c_DEF([ "'A",1,1,1 ], "angstrom unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'Abo",1,1,1 ], "the Swedish name for Turku" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'Aland Islands",1,1,1 ], "Bothnia| Capital: Mariehamn| Pop|: 21,500 (1968)| Finnish name: Ahvenanmaa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "'Aland Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 6000 islands under Finnish administration, in the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'Alborg",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aalborg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'Alesund",1,1,1 ], "a port and market town in W Norway, on an island between Bergen and Trondheim:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'Alesund",1,1,1 ], "fishing and sealing fleets| Pop|: 39,145 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "'Angstr",1,1,1 ], "1814-74, Swedish physicist, noted for his work on spectroscopy and solar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'Angstr",1,1,1 ], "physics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "'Arhus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aarhus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'elan vital",1,1,1 ], "a creative principle held by Henri Bergson to be present in all organisms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'elan vital",1,1,1 ], "responsible for evolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "'em",1,1,1 ], "an informal variant of them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'eminence grise",1,1,1 ], "a person who wields power and influence unofficially or behind the scenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'epatant",1,1,1 ], "startling or shocking, esp| through being unconventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'etag",1,1,1 ], "a stand with open shelves for displaying ornaments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'gainst",1,1,1 ], "short for against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'ginsborough",1,1,1 ], "for his naturalistic landscapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "'m",1,1,1 ], "contraction of am or madam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'mongst",1,1,1 ], "short for amongst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'pon",1,1,1 ], "contraction of upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'re",1,1,1 ], "contraction of are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'s Gravenhage",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for The Hague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'s Hertogenbosch",1,1,1 ], "Hieronymus Bosch| Pop|: 84,914 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "'s Hertogenbosch",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Netherlands, capital of North Brabant province: birthplace of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'s Hertogenbosch",1,1,2 ], "French name: Bois-le-Duc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'t",1,1,1 ], "contraction of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'tis",1,1,1 ], "contraction of it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'twas",1,1,1 ], "contraction of it was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'tween deck",1,1,1 ], "a space between two continuous decks of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'tween",1,1,1 ], "contraction of between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'twere",1,1,1 ], "contraction of it were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'twill",1,1,1 ], "contraction of it will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'twixt",1,1,1 ], "contraction of betwixt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'twould",1,1,1 ], "contraction of it would" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'un",1,1,1 ], "a spelling of one intended to reflect a dialectal or informal pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'ve",1,1,1 ], "contraction of have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "'|",1,1,3 ], "marquis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "(done) French Canadian" ,1, 1, 1],"a Canadian citizen whose native language is French",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)Boiardo" ,1, 1, 1],"1434-94, Italian poet author of the historical epic",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 1, 1],"level and regular; flat",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 10],"equal, as in score; level",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 11],"(of a function) unchanged in value when the sign of the independent variable",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 11],"is changed, as in",2). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 12, 1],"a bet that wins an identical sum if it succeeds",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 12, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 12],"even money",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 13],"get even (with)|Informal| to exact revenge (on)",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 14],"of even date| Legal, formal, or obsolete|of the same or today's date",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 1],"on the same level or in the same plane (as)",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 2],"without variation or fluctuation; regular; constant",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 3],"not readily moved or excited; placid; calm",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 4],"equally balanced between two sides",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 5, 1],"(of a number) divisible by two",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 5, 2],"characterized or indicated by such a number",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 5],"equal or identical in number, quantity, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 6],"have an equal probability",2). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 6],"relating to or denoting two or either of two alternatives, events, etc|, that",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 7],"having no balance of debt; neither owing nor being owed",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 8],"just and impartial; fair",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 2, 9],"exact in number, amount, or extent",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 10, 1],"in spite of any assertion to the contrary: nevertheless|b| Archaic",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 10],"even so",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 11],"yes; (that is) correct| ?-",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 1],"(intensifier; used to suggest that the content of a statement is unexpected or",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 1],"paradoxical)",2). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 2],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 3],"(intensifier; used with comparative forms): this is even better",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 4],"notwithstanding; in spite of",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 5],"used to introduce a more precise version of a word, phrase, or statement",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 6],"clause remains valid",3). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 6],"implication that whether or not the condition in it is fulfilled, the statement in the main",2). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 6],"used preceding a clause of supposition or hypothesis to emphasize the",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 7],"that is to say; namely (used for emphasis)",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 8],"all the way; fully",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)even" ,1, 3, 9],"even as| at the very same moment or in the very same way that",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|Chabrol" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1930, French film director, whose films, such as",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|Chabrol" ,1, 1, 2],"show a penchant for the bizarre",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 1],"a metal mouthpiece, for controlling a horse on a bridle",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 2],"anything that restrains or curbs",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 3, 1],"to undertake a task with determination",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 3, 2],"to rebel against control",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 3],"take the bit in or between one's teeth",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 4],"a cutting or drilling tool, part, or head in a brace, drill, etc",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 5],"the blade of a plane",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 6],"the part of a pair of pincers designed to grasp an object",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 7],"the copper end of a soldering iron",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 1, 8],"the part of a key that engages the levers of a lock",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 3, 1],"to put a bit in the mouth of (a horse)",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 1)|bit" ,2, 3, 2],"to restrain; curb",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 2)foldboat" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,faltboat",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 26b|)concessionaire" ,1, 1, 1],"concessioner (k@!s$e#s@@@), or concessionary n",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 26b|)concessionaire" ,1, 1, 2],"someone who holds or operates a concession| Hconcessionary (k@!s$e#s@@$I) adj",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 26b|)concessionaire" ,1, 1, 3],"of, granted, or obtained by a concession",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 26b|)concessionaire" ,1, 3, 1],"another word for concessionaire",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 55)|let" ,2, 1, 1, 1],"a minor infringement or obstruction of the ball, requiring a point to be",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 55)|let" ,2, 1, 1],"an impediment or obstruction (esp| in the phrase without let or hindrance)",1). c_DEF([ "(sense 7)|Camelopardus" ,1, 3, 1],"Cassiopeia",2). c_DEF([ "(sense 7)|Camelopardus" ,1, 3, 1],"a faint extensive constellation in the N hemisphere close to Ursa Major and",1). c_DEF([ "-'s",1,1,1 ], "forming the possessive singular of nouns and some pronouns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-'s",1,1,2 ], "children's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-'s",1,1,2 ], "forming the possessive plural of nouns whose plurals do not end in -s:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-'s",1,1,3 ], "forming the plural of numbers, letters, or symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-'s",1,1,4 ], "contraction of is or has: he's here; John's coming; it's gone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-'s",1,1,5 ], "contraction of us with let: let's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-'s",1,1,6 ], "contraction of does in some questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-able",1,1,1 ], "capable of, suitable for, or deserving of (being acted upon as indicated)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-able",1,1,2 ], "inclined to; given to; able to; causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-acea",1,1,1 ], "denoting animals belonging to a class or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-aceae",1,1,1 ], "denoting plants belonging to a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-aceous",1,1,1 ], "relating to, belonging to, having the nature of, or resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ad",1,1,1 ], "a group or unit (having so many parts or members)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ad",1,1,2 ], "an epic poem concerning (the subject indicated by the stem)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ad",2,1,1 ], "denoting direction towards a specified part in anatomical descriptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ade",1,1,1 ], "a sweetened drink made of various fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-aemia",1,1,1 ], "denoting blood, esp| a specified condition of the blood in names of diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-age",1,1,1 ], "indicating a collection, set, or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-age",1,1,2 ], "indicating a process or action or the result of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-age",1,1,3 ], "indicating a state, condition, or relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-age",1,1,4 ], "indicating a house or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-age",1,1,5 ], "indicating a charge or fee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-age",1,1,6 ], "indicating a rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-agogue",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person or thing that leads or incites to action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-agogue",1,1,2 ], "denoting a substance that stimulates the secretion of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-al",1,1,1 ], "of; related to; connected with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-al",2,1,1 ], "the act or process of doing what is indicated by the verb stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-al",3,1,1 ], "indicating an aliphatic aldehyde containing six or more carbon atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-al",3,1,2 ], "indicating any aldehyde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-al",3,1,3 ], "indicating a pharmaceutical product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ales",1,1,1 ], "denoting plants belonging to an order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-algia",1,1,1 ], "denoting pain or a painful condition of the part specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-amine",1,1,1 ], "indicating an amine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-an",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or relating to; a person belonging to or coming from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-an",1,1,2 ], "typical of or resembling; a person typical of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-an",1,1,3 ], "adhering to or following; an adherent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-an",1,1,4 ], "a person who specializes or is expert in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ana",1,1,1 ], "certain individual or place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ana",1,1,1 ], "denoting a collection of items, esp| anecdotes or bibliographical items, on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ance",1,1,1 ], "indicating an action, state or condition, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ancy",1,1,1 ], "variant of -ance, indicating condition or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-and" ,1, 1, 1],"indicating a person or thing that is to be dealt with in a specified way",1). c_DEF([ "-androus",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) indicating number or type of stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-andry",1,1,1 ], "indicating number of husbands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ane",1,1,1 ], "indicating an alkane hydrocarbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ant",1,1,1 ], "causing or performing an action or existing in a certain condition; the agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ant",1,1,1 ], "that performs an action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ar",1,1,1 ], "of; belonging to; like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-arch",1,1,1 ], "leader; ruler; chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-archy",1,1,1 ], "government; rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ard",1,1,1 ], "a certain quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ard",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person who does something, esp| to excess, or is characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-arian",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person or thing that advocates, believes, or is associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-arian",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-arium",1,1,1 ], "indicating a place for or associated with something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-art",1,1,1 ], "variant of -ard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ary",1,1,1 ], "of; related to; belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ary",1,1,1,1 ], "a person connected with or engaged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ary",1,1,1,2 ], "a thing relating to; a place for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ase",1,1,1 ], "indicating an enzyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-asis",1,1,1 ], "a variant of -iasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-aster",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is inferior or bears only a poor resemblance to what is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-aster",1,1,1 ], "specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ate",1,1,1 ], "possessing; having the appearance or characteristics of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ate",1,1,2 ], "a chemical compound, esp| a salt or ester of an acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ate",1,1,3 ], "the product of a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ate",1,1,4 ], "forming verbs from nouns and adjectives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ate",2,1,1 ], "denoting office, rank, or a group having a certain function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-atic",1,1,1 ], "of the nature of the thing specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ation",1,1,1 ], "indicating an action, process, state, condition, or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ative",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or tending to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that performs a certain action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-atory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, characterized by, or serving to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-bashing",1,2,1,1 ], "indicating a malicious attack on members of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-bashing",1,2,1,2 ], "indicating any of various other activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-biosis",1,1,1 ], "indicating a specified mode of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-blast",1,1,1 ], "(in biology) indicating an embryonic cell or formative layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-bodied",1,1,1 ], "having a body or bodies as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-branch",1,2,1 ], "(in zoology) indicating gills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cade",1,1,1 ], "indicating a procession of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-carp",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) fruit or a reproductive structure that develops into a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-carp",1,1,1 ], "part of the fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-carpic",1,1,1 ], "variant of -carpous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-carpous",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) indicating a certain kind or number of fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cele",1,1,1 ], "tumour or hernia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cene",1,2,1 ], "denoting a recent geological period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-centric",1,1,1 ], "having a centre as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cephalic",1,1,1 ], "indicating skull or head; -headed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cephalus",1,1,1 ], "denoting a cephalic abnormality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-chore",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) indicating a plant that is distributed by a certain means or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-chore",1,1,1 ], "agency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-chrome",1,2,1 ], "colour, coloured, or pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-chroous",1,1,1 ], "coloured in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cide",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person or thing that kills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cide",1,1,2 ], "indicating a killing; murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-clase",1,1,1 ], "(in mineralogy) indicating a particular type of cleavage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cle",1,1,1 ], "indicating smallness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cline",1,1,1 ], "indicating a slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-colous",1,1,1 ], "inhabiting or living on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cracy",1,1,1 ], "indicating a type of government or rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-crat",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person who takes part in or is a member of a form of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-crat",1,1,1 ], "or class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-cule",1,1,1 ], "indicating smallness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cy",1,1,1 ], "indicating state, quality, or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cy",1,1,2 ], "rank or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cyst",1,1,1 ], "indicating a bladder or sac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-cyte",1,1,1 ], "indicating a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-decker",1,1,1 ], "having a certain specified number of levels or layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-derm",1,1,1 ], "indicating skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-diene",1,1,1 ], "denoting an organic compound containing two double bonds between carbon atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-dom",1,1,1 ], "state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-dom",1,1,2 ], "rank or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-dom",1,1,3 ], "domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-dom",1,1,4 ], "a collection of persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-drome",1,1,1 ], "a course, race course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-drome",1,1,2 ], "a large place for a special purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-dromous",1,1,1 ], "moving or running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ean",1,1,1 ], "variant of -an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ectomy",1,1,1 ], "indicating surgical excision of a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ed",1,1,1 ], "forming the past tense of most English verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ed",2,1,1 ], "forming the past participle of most English verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ed",3,1,1 ], "possessing or having the characteristics of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ee",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person who is the recipient of an action (as opposed, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ee",1,1,1 ], "legal terminology, to the agent, indicated by -or or -er): assignee; grantee; lessee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ee",1,1,2 ], "indicating a person in a specified state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ee",1,1,3 ], "indicating a diminutive form of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-eer",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person who is concerned with or who does something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-eer",1,1,2 ], "to be concerned with something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-eme",1,1,1 ], "indicating a minimal distinctive unit of a specified type in a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-emia",1,1,1 ], "U|S| variant of -aemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-en",1,1,1 ], "cause to be; become; cause to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-en",2,1,1 ], "of; made of; resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ence",1,1,1 ], "indicating an action, state, condition, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-enchyma",1,1,1 ], "denoting cellular tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ency",1,1,1 ], "variant of -ence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ene",1,1,1 ], "(in chemistry) indicating an unsaturated compound containing double bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ent",1,1,1 ], "causing or performing an action or existing in a certain condition; the agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ent",1,1,1 ], "that performs an action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-eous",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having the nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-er",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that performs a specified action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-er",1,1,2 ], "a person engaged in a profession, occupation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-er",1,1,3 ], "a native or inhabitant of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-er",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing having a certain characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-er",2,1,1 ], "and adverbs (faster, slower, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-er",2,1,1 ], "forming the comparative degree of adjectives (deeper, freer, sunnier, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ery",1,1,1 ], "indicating a place of business or some other activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ery",1,1,2 ], "indicating a class or collection of things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ery",1,1,3 ], "indicating qualities or actions collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ery",1,1,4 ], "indicating a practice or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ery",1,1,5 ], "indicating a state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-es",1,1,1 ], "nouns ending in a vowel, and nouns in f with v in the plural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-es",1,1,1 ], "variant of -s'1 for nouns ending in ch, s, sh, z, postconsonantal y, for some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-es",1,1,2 ], "variant of -s'2 for verbs ending in ch, s, sh, z, postconsonantal y, or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-es",1,1,2 ], "vowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-escent",1,1,1 ], "beginning to be, do, show, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ese",1,1,1 ], "indicating place of origin, language, or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-esque",1,1,1 ], "indicating a specified character, manner, style, or resemblance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ess",1,1,1 ], "indicating a female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-est",1,1,1 ], "forming the superlative degree of adjectives and adverbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-est",2,1,1 ], "forming the archaic second person singular present and past indicative tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-est",2,1,1 ], "of verbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-et",1,1,1 ], "small or lesser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-eth",1,1,1 ], "forming the archaic third person singular present indicative tense of verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-eth",2,1,1 ], "variant of -th'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ette",1,1,1 ], "small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ette",1,1,2 ], "female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ette",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in trade names) imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ey",1,1,1 ], "variant of -y ,1,and -y ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-facient",1,1,1 ], "indicating a state or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-favoured",1,1,1 ], "having an appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-favoured",1,1,2 ], "(as specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-featured",1,1,1 ], "having features as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-fer",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person or thing that bears something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ferous",1,1,1 ], "bearing or producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-fic",1,1,1 ], "causing, making, or producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-fid",1,1,1 ], "divided into parts or lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-florous",1,1,1 ], "indicating number or type of flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-fold",1,1,1 ], "having so many parts, being so many times as much or as many, or multiplied by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-fold",1,1,1 ], "so much or so many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-footed",1,1,1 ], "having a foot or feet as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-footed",1,1,2 ], "having a tread as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-form",1,1,1 ], "having the shape or form of or resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-free",1,1,1 ], "free from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-fuge",1,1,1 ], "indicating an agent or substance that expels or drives away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ful",1,1,1 ], "full of or characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ful",1,1,2 ], "able or tending to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ful",1,1,3 ], "indicating as much as will fill the thing specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-fy",1,1,1 ], "to make or become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gaited",1,1,1 ], "having a gait as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gamy",1,1,1 ], "denoting marriage or sexual union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gen",1,1,1 ], "producing or that which produces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gen",1,1,2 ], "something produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gene",1,1,1 ], "variant of -gen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-genesis",1,1,1 ], "indicating genesis, development, or generation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-genic",1,1,1 ], "relating to production or generation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-genic",1,1,2 ], "well suited to or suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-genous",1,1,1 ], "yielding or generating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-genous",1,1,2 ], "generated by or issuing from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-geny",1,1,1 ], "indicating origin or manner of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gerous",1,1,1 ], "bearing or producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gnathous",1,1,1 ], "indicating or having a jaw of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gnosis",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in medicine) recognition or knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gon",1,1,1 ], "indicating a figure having a specified number of angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gonium",1,1,1 ], "indicating a seed or reproductive cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gony",1,1,1 ], "genesis, origin, or production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-grade",1,1,1 ], "indicating a kind or manner of movement or progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gram",1,1,1 ], "indicating a drawing or something written or recorded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-graph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that writes or records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-graph",1,1,2 ], "a writing, record, or drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-grapher",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person who writes about or is skilled in a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-grapher",1,1,2 ], "indicating a person who writes, records, or draws in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-graphy",1,1,1 ], "indicating a form or process of writing, representing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-graphy",1,1,2 ], "indicating an art or descriptive science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gynous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to women or females" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-gynous",1,1,2 ], "relating to female organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-haemia",1,1,1 ], "variants of -aemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-haired",1,1,1 ], "having hair as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-handed",1,1,1 ], "having a hand or hands as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-hearted",1,1,1 ], "having a heart or disposition as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-hedron",1,1,1 ], "indicating a geometric solid having a specified number of faces or surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-hemia",1,1,1 ], "U|S| variant of -aemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-hood",1,1,1 ], "indicating state or condition of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-hood",1,1,2 ], "indicating a body of persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-i",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a region or people, esp| of the Middle East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-i-",1,1,1 ], "used between elements in a compound word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ia",1,1,1 ], "occurring in place names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ia",1,1,2 ], "occurring in names of diseases and pathological disorders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ia",1,1,3 ], "occurring in words denoting condition or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ia",1,1,4 ], "occurring in names of botanical genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ia",1,1,5 ], "occurring in names of zoological classes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ia",1,1,6 ], "occurring in collective nouns borrowed from Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ial",1,1,1 ], "of; relating to; connected with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ian",1,1,1 ], "variant of -an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-iana",1,1,1 ], "a variant of -ana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-iasis",1,1,1 ], "(in medicine) indicating a diseased condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-iatrics",1,1,1 ], "indicating medical care or treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-iatry",1,1,1 ], "indicating healing or medical treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ible",1,1,1 ], "variant of -able" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ic",1,1,2 ], "(in chemistry) indicating that an element is chemically combined in the higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ic",1,1,2 ], "of two possible valence states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ical",1,1,1 ], "corresponding adjectives ending in -ic: economical; fanatical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ical",1,1,1 ], "variant of -ic, but in some words having a less literal application than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ician",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person skilled or involved in a subject or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ics",1,1,1 ], "indicating a science, art, or matters relating to a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ics",1,1,2 ], "indicating certain activities or practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-id" ,1, 1, 1],"(from Orion)",1). c_DEF([ "-id",2,1,1 ], "indicating members of a zoological family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-id",3,1,1 ], "variant of -ide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-idae",1,1,1 ], "indicating names of zoological families" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ide",1,1,1 ], "indicating a binary compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ide",1,1,2 ], "indicating an organic compound derived from another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ide",1,1,3 ], "indicating one of a class of compounds or elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ie",1,1,1 ], "variant of -y ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ier",1,1,1 ], "variant of -eer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ify",1,1,1 ], "variant of -fy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ile",1,1,1 ], "indicating capability, liability, or a relationship with something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-in",1,1,1 ], "glycerides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-in",1,1,1 ], "indicating a neutral organic compound, including proteins, glucosides, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-in",1,1,2 ], "indicating an enzyme in certain nonsystematic names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-in",1,1,3 ], "indicating a pharmaceutical substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-in",1,1,4 ], "indicating a chemical substance in certain nonsystematic names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-inae",1,1,1 ], "occurring in names of zoological subfamilies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",2,1,1 ], "indicating a halogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",2,1,2 ], "and certain other bases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",2,1,2 ], "indicating a nitrogenous organic compound, including amino acids, alkaloids," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",2,1,3 ], "indicating a chemical substance in certain nonsystematic names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",2,1,4 ], "indicating a mixture of hydrocarbons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ine",2,1,5 ], "an obsolete equivalent of -yne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ing",1,1,1 ], "the action of, process of, result of, or something connected with the verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ing",1,1,2 ], "something used in, consisting of, involving, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ing",2,1,1 ], "forming the present participle of verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ing",2,1,2 ], "forming participial adjectives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ing",2,1,3 ], "forming adjectives not derived from verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ing",3,1,1 ], "a person or thing having a certain quality or being of a certain kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ion",1,1,1 ], "indicating an action, process, or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or full of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ise",1,1,1 ], "a variant of -ize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ish",1,1,1 ], "of or belonging to a nationality or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ish",1,1,2 ], "having the manner or qualities of; resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ish",1,1,3 ], "somewhat; approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ish",1,1,4 ], "concerned or preoccupied with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ism",1,1,1 ], "indicating an action, process, or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ism",1,1,2 ], "indicating a state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ism",1,1,3 ], "indicating a doctrine, system, or body of principles and practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ism",1,1,4 ], "indicating behaviour or a characteristic quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ism",1,1,5 ], "indicating a characteristic usage, esp| of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ist",1,1,1 ], "a person who performs a certain action or is concerned with something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ist",1,1,1 ], "specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ist",1,1,2 ], "a person who practises in a specific field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ist",1,1,3 ], "a person who advocates a particular doctrine, system, etc|, or relating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ist",1,1,3 ], "such a person or the doctrine advocated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ist",1,1,4 ], "a person characterized by a specified trait, tendency, etc|, or relating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ist",1,1,4 ], "such a person or trait" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-istic",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to a combination of -ist and -ic but in some words having a less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-istic",1,1,1 ], "specific or literal application and sometimes a mildly pejorative force, as compared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-istic",1,1,1 ], "with corresponding adjectives ending in -ist" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "-ite",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ite",1,1,2 ], "a follower or advocate of; a member or supporter of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ite",1,1,3 ], "(in biology) indicating a division of a body or organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ite",1,1,4 ], "indicating a mineral or rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ite",1,1,5 ], "indicating a commercial product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ite",2,1,1 ], "indicating a salt or ester of an acid having a name ending in -ous: a nitrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ite",2,1,1 ], "is a salt of nitrous acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-itis",1,1,1 ], "indicating inflammation of a specified part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-itol",1,1,1 ], "indicating that certain chemical compounds are polyhydric alcohols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ity",1,1,1 ], "indicating state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ium" ,1, 1, 1],"3-um suffix forming nouns|",1). c_DEF([ "-ium" ,1, 1, 2],"indicating a metallic element",1). c_DEF([ "-ium" ,1, 1, 3],"(in chemistry) indicating groups forming positive ions",1). c_DEF([ "-ium" ,1, 1, 4],"indicating a biological structure",1). c_DEF([ "-ive",1,1,1 ], "indicating a tendency, inclination, character, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ive",1,1,2 ], "(forming nouns of adjectival origin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ize",1,1,1 ], "to cause to become, resemble, or agree with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ize",1,1,2 ], "to become; change into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ize",1,1,3 ], "to affect in a specified way; subject to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ize",1,1,4 ], "to act according to some practice, principle, policy, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ji",1,1,1 ], "a suffix placed after a person's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-kin",1,1,1 ], "small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lalia",1,1,1 ], "indicating a speech defect or abnormality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lashed",1,1,1 ], "having eyelashes as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-latry",1,1,1 ], "indicating worship of or excessive veneration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lepsy" ,1, 1, 1],"3-lepsian| combining form|",1). c_DEF([ "-lepsy" ,1, 1, 2],"indicating a seizure or attack",1). c_DEF([ "-less",1,1,1 ], "without; lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-less",1,1,2 ], "not able to (do something) or not able to be (done, performed, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-let",1,1,1 ], "small or lesser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-let",1,1,2 ], "an ornament worn on a specified part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-like",1,1,1 ], "resembling or similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-like",1,1,2 ], "having the characteristics of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ling",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing belonging to or associated with the group, activity, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ling",1,1,1 ], "quality specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ling",1,1,2 ], "used as a diminutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ling",2,1,1 ], "in a specified condition, manner, or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lipped",1,1,1 ], "having a lip or lips as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lite",1,1,1 ], "(in names of minerals) stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lith",1,1,1 ], "indicating stone or rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lithic",1,1,1 ], "(in anthropology) relating to the use of stone implements in a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lithic",1,1,1 ], "cultural period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-lived",1,1,1 ], "having or having had a life as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-log",1,1,1 ], "U|S| variant of -logue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-logue",1,1,1 ], "indicating speech or discourse of a particular kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-logy",1,1,1 ], "indicating the science or study of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-logy",1,1,2 ], "indicating writing, discourse, or body of writings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ly",1,1,1 ], "having the nature or qualities of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ly",1,1,2 ], "occurring at certain intervals; every" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ly",2,1,1 ], "in a certain manner; to a certain degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lysis",1,1,1 ], "indicating a loosening, decomposition, or breaking down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lyte",1,1,1 ], "indicating a substance that can be decomposed or broken down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-lytic",1,1,1 ], "indicating a loosening or dissolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mancy",1,1,1 ], "indicating divination of a particular kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mania",1,1,1 ], "excitement aroused by something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-mania",1,1,1 ], "indicating extreme desire or pleasure of a specified kind or an abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mantic",1,1,1 ], "forming adjectives corresponding to nouns ending in -mancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mas",1,1,1 ], "indicating a Christian festival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-masted",1,1,1 ], "having a mast or masts of a specified kind or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ment",1,1,1 ], "indicating state, condition, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ment",1,1,2 ], "indicating the result or product of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ment",1,1,3 ], "indicating process or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mer",1,1,1 ], "denoting a substance of a particular class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mere",1,1,1 ], "indicating a part or division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-merous",1,1,1 ], "(in biology) having a certain number or kind of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-meter",1,1,1 ], "indicating an instrument for measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-meter",1,1,2 ], "indicating a verse having a specified number of feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-metry",1,1,1 ], "indicating the process or science of measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mo",1,1,1 ], "(in bookbinding) indicating book size by specifying the number of leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mo",1,1,1 ], "formed by folding one sheet of paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-morph",1,1,1 ], "indicating shape, form, or structure of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-most",1,1,1 ], "(forming the superlative degree of some adjectives and adverbs):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-most",1,1,2 ], "hindmost; uppermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-motored",1,1,1 ], "having a specified type of motor or number of motors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-mycete",1,1,1 ], "indicating a member of a class of fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-n't",1,1,1 ], "as main verbs and after auxiliary verbs or verbs operating syntactically as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-n't",1,1,1 ], "auxiliaries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "-n't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of not: used as an enclitic after be and have when they function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-nasty",1,1,1 ], "indicating a nastic movement to a certain stimulus, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-naut",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person engaged in the navigation of a vehicle, esp| one used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-naut",1,1,1 ], "scientific investigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ness",1,1,1 ], "indicating state, condition, or quality, or an instance of one of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-nik",1,1,1 ], "denoting a person associated with a specified state or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-nomy",1,1,1 ], "indicating a science or the laws governing a certain field of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-o",1,1,1 ], "forming informal and slang variants and abbreviations, esp| of nouns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-o-",1,1,1 ], "used to connect elements in a compound word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ock",1,1,1 ], "indicating smallness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ode",1,1,1 ], "denoting resemblance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ode",2,1,1 ], "denoting a path or way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-odont",1,2,1 ], "having teeth of a certain type; -toothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-oid",1,1,1 ], "indicating likeness, resemblance, or similarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-oidea",1,1,1 ], "forming the names of zoological classes or superfamilies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ol",1,1,1 ], "alcohols and phenols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-ol",1,1,1 ], "denoting an organic chemical compound containing a hydroxyl group, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ol",2,1,1 ], "(not used systematically) variant of -ole'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ole",1,1,1 ], "denoting an organic unsaturated compound containing a 5-membered ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ole",1,1,2 ], "denoting an aromatic organic ether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ole",2,1,1 ], "indicating something small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-oma",1,1,1 ], "indicating a tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ome",1,1,1 ], "denoting a mass or part of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-on",1,1,1 ], "(in physics) indicating an elementary particle or quantum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-on",1,1,2 ], "(in chemistry) indicating an inert gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-one",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound is a ketone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-onym",1,1,1 ], "indicating a name or word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-opia",1,1,1 ], "indicating a visual defect or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-opsis",1,1,1 ], "indicating a specified appearance or resemblance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-or",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that does what is expressed by the verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-or",2,1,1 ], "indicating state, condition, or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-or",2,1,2 ], "the U|S| spelling of -our" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ory",1,1,1 ], "indicating a place for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ory",1,1,2 ], "something having a specified use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ory",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to; characterized by; having the effect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ose",1,1,1 ], "possessing; resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ose",2,1,1 ], "indicating a carbohydrate, esp| a sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ose",2,1,2 ], "indicating a decomposition product of protein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-osis",1,1,1 ], "indicating a process or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-osis",1,1,2 ], "indicating a diseased condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-osis",1,1,3 ], "indicating the formation or development of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-otic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or affected by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-otic",1,1,2 ], "causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-our",1,1,1 ], "indicating state, condition, or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ous",1,1,1 ], "having or full of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ous",1,1,2 ], "(in chemistry) indicating that an element is chemically combined in the lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ous",1,1,2 ], "of two possible valence states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-parous",1,1,1 ], "giving birth to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-path",1,1,1 ], "denoting a person suffering from a specified disease or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-path",1,1,2 ], "denoting a practitioner of a particular method of treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pathy",1,1,1 ], "indicating feeling, sensitivity, or perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pathy",1,1,2 ], "indicating disease or a morbid condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pathy",1,1,3 ], "indicating a method of treating disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ped",1,1,1 ], "foot or feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pede",1,1,1 ], "variant of -ped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-person",1,1,1 ], "sometimes used instead of -man and -woman or -lady: chairperson; salesperson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-petal",1,1,1 ], "seeking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phage",1,1,1 ], "indicating something that eats or consumes something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phagy",1,1,1 ], "indicating an eating or devouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phane",1,1,1 ], "indicating something resembling a specified substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phany",1,1,1 ], "indicating a manifestation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phasia",1,1,1 ], "indicating speech disorder of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phile",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person or thing having a fondness or preference for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phile",1,1,1 ], "specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-philia",1,1,1 ], "indicating a tendency towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-philia",1,1,2 ], "indicating an abnormal liking for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-philous",1,1,1 ], "indicating love of or fondness of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phobe",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person or thing that fears or hates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phobia",1,1,1 ], "indicating an extreme abnormal fear of or aversion to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phone",1,1,1 ], "indicating voice, sound, or a device giving off sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phone",1,1,2 ], "speaking a particular language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phony",1,1,1 ], "indicating a specified type of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phore",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person or thing that bears or produces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phoresis",1,1,1 ], "indicating a transmission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phyll",1,1,1 ], "leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phyllous",1,1,1 ], "having leaves of a specified number or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-phyte",1,1,1 ], "indicating a plant of a specified type or habitat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-plasia",1,1,1 ], "indicating growth, development, or change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-plasm",1,1,1 ], "(in biology) indicating the material forming cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-plast",1,1,1 ], "indicating an organized living cell or particle of living matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-plastic",1,1,1 ], "growing or forming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-plasty",1,1,1 ], "indicating plastic surgery involving a bodily part, tissue, or a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-plasty",1,1,1 ], "process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-plegia",1,1,1 ], "indicating a specified type of paralysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ploid",1,2,1 ], "indicating a specific multiple of a single set of chromosomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pod",1,1,1 ], "indicating a certain type or number of feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-podium",1,1,1 ], "a part resembling a foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-podous",1,1,1 ], "having feet of a certain kind or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-poiesis",1,1,1 ], "indicating the act of making or producing something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pounder",1,1,1 ], "something weighing a specified number of pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pounder",1,1,2 ], "something worth a specified number of pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pounder",1,1,3 ], "a gun that discharges a shell weighing a specified number of pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-prone",1,1,1 ], "liable or disposed to suffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-proof",1,1,1 ], "impervious to; resisting the effects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-pterous",1,1,1 ], "indicating a specified number or type of wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-rhoea",1,1,1 ], "variant of -rrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-rigged",1,1,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) having a rig of a certain kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-rrhagia",1,1,1 ], "(in pathology) an abnormal discharge or flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-rrhoea",1,1,1 ], "(in pathology) a discharge or flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ry",1,1,1 ], "variant of -ery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-s",1,1,1 ], "forming the plural of most nouns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-s",2,1,1 ], "forming the third person singular present indicative tense of verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-s",3,1,1 ], "forming nicknames and names expressing affection or familiarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-s'",1,1,1 ], "forming the possessive of plural nouns ending in the sound s or z and of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-s'",1,1,1 ], "singular nouns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-saur",1,1,1 ], "lizard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-scape",1,1,1 ], "indicating a scene or view of something, esp| a pictorial representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-scope",1,1,1 ], "indicating an instrument for observing, viewing, or detecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-scopy",1,1,1 ], "indicating a viewing or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sect",1,1,1 ], "to cut or divide, esp| into a specified number of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sepalous",1,1,1 ], "having sepals of a specified type or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-shaped",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ship",1,1,1 ], "indicating state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ship",1,1,2 ], "indicating rank, office, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ship",1,1,3 ], "indicating craft or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sided",1,1,1 ], "having a side or sides as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-some",1,1,1 ], "characterized by; tending to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-some",2,1,1 ], "indicating a group of a specified number of members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-some",3,1,1 ], "a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sophy",1,1,1 ], "indicating knowledge or an intellectual system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sperm",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) a seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sphere",1,1,1 ], "having the shape or form of a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sphere",1,1,2 ], "indicating a spherelike enveloping mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-sporous",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) having a specified type or number of spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-st",1,1,1 ], "variant of -est ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-stat",1,1,1 ], "indicating a device that causes something to remain stationary or constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ster",1,1,1 ], "indicating a person who is engaged in a certain activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ster",1,1,2 ], "indicating a person associated with or being something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-stichous",1,1,1 ], "having a certain number of rows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-stome",1,1,1 ], "indicating a mouth or opening resembling a mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-stomous",1,1,1 ], "having a specified type of mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-stomy",1,1,1 ], "indicating a surgical operation performed to make an artificial opening into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-stomy",1,1,1 ], "or for a specified part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-stress",1,1,1 ], "indicating a woman who performs or is engaged in a certain activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tactic",1,1,1 ], "determined by a specified force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-tactic",1,1,1 ], "having a specified kind of pattern or arrangement or having an orientation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-taxis",1,1,1 ], "indicating movement towards or away from a specified stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-taxis",1,1,2 ], "order or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-taxy",1,1,1 ], "variant of -taxis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-termer",1,1,1 ], "a person serving a specified length of time in prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-th",1,1,1 ], "indicating an action or its consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-th",1,1,2 ], "indicating a quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-th",2,1,1 ], "forming ordinal numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-thermy",1,1,1 ], "indicating heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-thymia",1,1,1 ], "indicating a certain emotional condition, mood, or state of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tion",1,1,1 ], "indicating state, condition, action, process, or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-to-be",1,1,1 ], "about to be future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tome",1,1,1 ], "indicating an instrument for cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tomy",1,1,1 ], "indicating a surgical cutting of a specified part or tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-trix",1,1,1 ], "indicating a feminine agent, corresponding to nouns ending in -tor: executrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tron",1,1,1 ], "indicating a vacuum tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tron",1,1,2 ], "indicating an instrument for accelerating atomic or subatomic particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-trope",1,1,1 ], "indicating a turning towards, development in the direction of, or affinity to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-trophy",1,1,1 ], "indicating a certain type of nourishment or growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tropic",1,1,1 ], "turning or developing in response to a certain stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tropism",1,1,1 ], "indicating a tendency to turn or develop in response to a certain stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tropous",1,1,1 ], "indicating a turning away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-tude",1,1,1 ], "indicating state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ty",1,1,1 ], "denoting a multiple of ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ty",2,1,1 ], "indicating state, condition, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-type",1,1,1 ], "type or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-type",1,1,2 ], "printing type or photographic process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ule",1,1,1 ], "indicating smallness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ulent",1,1,1 ], "abundant or full of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ure",1,1,1 ], "indicating act, process, or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ure",1,1,2 ], "indicating function or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-uret",1,1,1 ], "formerly used to form the names of binary chemical compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-urgy",1,1,1 ], "indicating technology concerned with a specified material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-uria",1,1,1 ], "indicating a diseased or abnormal condition of the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ville",1,1,1 ], "(in combination) a place, condition, or quality with a character as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-visaged",1,1,1 ], "having a visage as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-vorous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on or devouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ward",1,1,1 ], "indicating direction towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ward",1,1,2 ], "a variant and the usual U|S| form of -wards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-wards",1,1,1 ], "indicating direction towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-ways",1,1,1 ], "indicating direction or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-wise",1,1,1 ], "indicating direction or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-wise",1,1,2 ], "with reference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-witted",1,1,1 ], "having wits or intelligence as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-y",1,1,1 ], "characterized by; consisting of; filled with; relating to; resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-y",1,1,2 ], "tending to; acting or existing as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-y",2,1,1 ], "denoting smallness and expressing affection and familiarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-y",2,1,2 ], "a person or thing concerned with or characterized by being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-y",3,1,1 ], "indicating the act of doing what is indicated by the verbal element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-y",3,1,2 ], "indicating state, condition, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-yl",1,1,1 ], "(in chemistry) indicating a group or radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-yne",1,1,1 ], "denoting an organic chemical containing a triple bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-zoa",1,1,1 ], "indicating groups of animal organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "-zoon",1,1,1 ], "an animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "-zoon",1,1,1 ], "indicating an individual animal or an independently moving entity derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A & M",1,1,1 ], "Agricultural and Mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A & M",1,1,2 ], "Ancient and Modern (hymn book)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A & R",1,1,1 ], "artists and repertoire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A battery",1,1,1 ], "a low-voltage battery for supplying power to heat the cathode of a thermionic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A battery",1,1,1 ], "valve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A horizon",1,1,1 ], "from which the soluble salts have been leached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A horizon",1,1,1 ], "the top layer of a soil profile, usually dark coloured and containing humus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A level",1,1,1 ], "(G|C|E|), in schools usually taken two years after O level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A level",1,1,1 ], "the advanced level of a subject taken for General Certificate of Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,1,1 ], "a note having a frequency of 440 hertz (A above middle C) or this value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,1,1 ], "multiplied or divided by any power of 2; the sixth note of the scale of C major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,1,2 ], "a key, string, or pipe producing this note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,1,3 ], "the major or minor key having this note as its tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,10 ], "absolute (temperature)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,11 ], "(in circuit diagrams) ammeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,12 ], "area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,13 ], "atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,14 ], "international car registration for Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,2 ], "a human blood type of the ABO group, containing the A antigen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,3 ], "(in Britain) a major arterial road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,4 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,4,1 ], "a film certified for viewing by anyone, but which contains material that some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,4,1 ], "parents may not wish their children to see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,5 ], "mass number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,6 ], "ace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,7 ], "argon (now superseded by Ar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,8 ], "ampere(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A",1,1,9 ], "ampere-turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A'asia",1,1,1 ], "Australasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A-OK",1,1,1 ], "in perfect working order; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A-bomb",1,1,1 ], "short for atom bomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A/O" ,1, 1, 1],"account of",1). c_DEF([ "A1",1,1,1 ], "in good health; physically fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A1",1,1,2 ], "first class; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A1",1,1,3 ], "(of a vessel) with hull and equipment in first-class condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A4",1,1,1,1 ], "a standard paper size, 297 X 210 mm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A4",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A5",1,1,1,1 ], "a standard paper size (half A4), 210 X 148 mm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A5",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AA",1,1,1 ], "Alcoholics Anonymous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AA",1,1,2 ], "anti-aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AA",1,1,3 ], "(in Britain) Automobile Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AA",1,2,1 ], "(in Britain) a film that may not be publicly shown to a child under fourteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AAM",1,1,1 ], "air-to-air missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AA|R|A|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Associate of the Royal Academy",1). c_DEF([ "AB",1,1,1 ], "a human blood type of the ABO group, containing both the A antigen and the B" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AB",1,1,1 ], "antigen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ABC",1,1,1 ], "the alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABC",1,1,2 ], "the rudiments of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABC",1,1,3 ], "an alphabetical guide to a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABC",2,1,1 ], "(of weapons or warfare) atomic, biological, and chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABC",2,1,2 ], "Australian Broadcasting Commission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABC",2,1,3 ], "American Broadcasting Company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABM",1,1,1 ], "antiballistic missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABO system",1,1,1 ], "O)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ABO system",1,1,1 ], "a system for classifying human blood on the basis of the presence or absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ABO system",1,1,1 ], "of two antigens in the red cells: there are four such blood types (A, B, AB, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "AC",1,1,1 ], "alternating current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AC/DC",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) bisexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ACAS",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ACAS",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Advisory Conciliation and Arbitration Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ACE",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ACE",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Advisory Centre for Education; a private organization offering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ACE",1,1,2 ], "advice on schools to parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ACTH",1,1,1 ], "adrenocorticotropic hormone; a polypeptide hormone, secreted by the anterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ACTH",1,1,1 ], "allergic and skin diseases, and many other disorders" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ACTH",1,1,1 ], "lobe of the pituitary gland, that stimulates growth of the adrenal gland and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ACTH",1,1,1 ], "synthesis and secretion of corticosteroids| It is used in treating rheumatoid arthritis," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "AD",1,1,1 ], "active duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ADP",1,1,1 ], "adenosine diphosphate; a nucleotide derived from ATP with the liberation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ADP",1,1,1 ], "energy that is then used in the performance of muscular work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "AFB",1,1,1 ], "(U|S|) Air Force Base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AFL-CIO",1,1,1 ], "1955" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "AFL-CIO",1,1,1 ], "American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AFL-CIO",1,1,1 ], "federation of independent American trade unions formed by the union of these two groups in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "AGC",1,1,1 ], "automatic gain control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AGR",1,1,1 ], "advanced gas-cooled reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AHQ",1,1,1 ], "Army Headquarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Albania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ALGOL",1,1,1 ], "a computer programming language designed for mathematical and scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ALGOL",1,1,1 ], "purposes, in which algorithms can be expressed unambiguously; a high-level language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ALU",1,1,1 ], "arithmetical and logical unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AM",1,1,1 ], "amplitude modulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AMP",1,1,1 ], "adenosine monophosphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AND circuit",1,1,1 ], "a logic circuit having two or more input wires and one output wire that has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AND circuit",1,1,1 ], "high-voltage output signal if and only if all input signals are at a high voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "AND circuit",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously: used extensively as a basic circuit in computers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ANZUS",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Australia, New Zealand, and the United States, with reference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ANZUS",1,1,1 ], "the security alliance between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "APC",1,1,1 ], "acetylsalicylic acid, phenacetin, and caffeine; the mixture formerly used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "APC",1,1,1 ], "headache and cold tablets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "APT",1,1,1 ], "Advanced Passenger Train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AQ",1,1,1 ], "achievement quotient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AS",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-Saxon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "AS",1,1,2 ], "antisubmarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ASA/BS",1,1,1 ], "an expression of the speed of a photographic film, given as 0|8/E, where E is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ASA/BS",1,1,1 ], "curve of a particular sensitized material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ASA/BS",1,1,1 ], "the exposure of a point 0|1 density units above the fog level on the characteristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ASCII",1,1,1 ], "acronym for American standard code for information interchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ASLEF",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ASLEF",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ASSR",1,1,1 ], "Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ATP",1,1,1 ], "adenosine triphosphate; a nucleotide found in the mitochondria of all plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ATP",1,1,1 ], "and animal cells| It is the major source of energy for cellular reactions, this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ATP",1,1,1 ], "energy being released during its conversion to ADP| Formula: C10H16N5O13P3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "AUS",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aachen",1,1,1 ], "Aix-la-Chapelle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aachen",1,1,1 ], "a city and spa in West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia: the northern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aachen",1,1,1 ], "capital of Charlemagne's empire| Pop|: 241,362 (1974 est|)| French name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aalborg",1,1,1 ], "a city and port in Denmark, in N Jutland| Pop|: 154,582 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aalesund",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of 'Alesund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aalst",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Alost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aalto",1,1,1 ], "1898-1976, Finnish architect and furniture designer, noted particularly for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aalto",1,1,1 ], "his public and industrial buildings, in which wood is much used|He invented bent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aalto",1,1,1 ], "plywood furniture (1932)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aarau",1,1,1 ], "Republic from 1798 to 1803| Pop|: 16,881 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aarau",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Switzerland, capital of Aargau canton: capital of the Helvetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aargau",1,1,1 ], "a canton in N Switzerland| Capital: Aarau| Pop|: 433,284 (1970)| Area: 1404" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aargau",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (542 sq| miles)| French name: Argovie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aarhus",1,1,1 ], "a city and port in Denmark, in E Jutland| Pop|: 187,342 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaron",1,1,1 ], "the first high priest of the Israelites, brother of Moses (Exodus 4:14)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaron's beard",1,1,1 ], "another name for rose of Sharon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaron's rod",1,1,1 ], "blossomed and produced almonds (Numbers 17)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aaron's rod",1,1,1 ], "the rod used by Aaron in performing a variety of miracles in Egypt| It later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaron's rod",1,1,2 ], "a widespread Eurasian scrophulariaceous plant, Verbascum thapsus, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaron's rod",1,1,2 ], "woolly leaves and tall erect spikes of yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aaronic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Aaron, his family, or the priestly dynasty initiated by him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaronic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Israelite high priesthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaronic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the priesthood in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aaronic",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to the second order of the Mormon priesthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ab",1,1,1 ], "in the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in July and August" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ab",1,1,1 ], "the eleventh month of the civil year and the fifth of the ecclesiastical year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abadan",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abadan",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Iran, on an island in the Shatt-al-Arab delta| Pop|: 312,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abaddon",1,1,1 ], "the Devil (Revelation 9:11)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abaddon",1,1,2 ], "(in rabbinical literature) a part of Gehenna; Hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abakan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, capital of the Khakass AR, at the confluence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abakan",1,1,1 ], "the Yenisei and Abakan Rivers| Pop|: 116,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abba",1,1,1 ], "father (used of God)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abba",1,1,2 ], "Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abba",1,1,2 ], "a title given to bishops and patriarchs in the Syrian, Coptic, and Ethiopian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abbasid",1,1,1,1 ], "and claimed descent from Abbas, uncle of Mohammed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abbasid",1,1,1,1 ], "any caliph of the dynasty that ruled the Muslim empire from Baghdad (750-1258)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abbasid",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abbevillian",1,1,1 ], "earliest hand axes, dating from the Mindel glaciation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abbevillian",1,1,1 ], "the period represented by Lower Palaeolithic European sites containing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abbevillian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abbey Theatre",1,1,1 ], "Yeats, Lady Gregory, and O'Casey| It was closed by fire in 1951 and reopened in 1966" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abbey Theatre",1,1,1 ], "an influential theatre in Dublin (opened 1904): associated with it were Synge," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abd-el-Krim",1,1,1 ], "1882-1963, Moroccan chief who led revolts against Spain and France," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abd-el-Krim",1,1,1 ], "independence movement" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Abd-el-Krim",1,1,1 ], "surrendered before their combined forces in 1926, but later formed the North African" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abdias",1,1,1 ], "the Douay form of Obadiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abdul-Hamid II",1,1,1 ], "1842-1918, sultan of Turkey (1876-1909), deposed by the Young Turks, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abdul-Hamid II",1,1,1 ], "his brutal suppression of the Armenian revolt (1894-96)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abednego",1,1,1 ], "miraculously saved from destruction in Nebuchadnezzar's fiery furnace (Daniel 3:12-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abednego",1,1,1 ], "one of Daniel's three companions who, together with Shadrach and Meshach, was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abel",1,1,1 ], "(Genesis 4:1-8)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abel",1,1,1 ], "the second son of Adam and Eve, a shepherd, murdered by his brother Cain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abelard",1,1,1 ], "French name Pierre Abelard| 1079-1142, French scholastic philosopher and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abelard",1,1,1 ], "Heloise is recorded in their correspondence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Abelard",1,1,1 ], "theologian whose works include Historia Calamitatum and Sic et Non (1121)| His love for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abelian group",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical group that is commutative: if a and b are members of an Abelian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abelian group",1,1,1 ], "group then ab = ba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abeokuta",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Nigeria, capital of Ogun state| Pop|: 253,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdare",1,1,1 ], "a mining town in South Wales, in N Mid Glamorgan| Pop|: 37,760 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen Angus",1,1,1 ], "a black hornless breed of beef cattle originating in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen",1,1,1 ], "Sea: centre for processing North Sea oil and gas; university (1494)| Pop|: 209,831" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Scotland, administrative centre of Grampian region on the North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county of NE Scotland, now part of Grampian region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen",2,1,1 ], "1852 but was compelled to resign after mismanagement of the Crimean War (1855)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen",2,1,1 ], "4th Earl of| 1784-1860, British statesman| He was foreign secretary under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aberdeen",2,1,1 ], "Wellington (1828) and Peel (1841-46); became prime minister of a coalition ministry in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aberystwyth",1,1,1 ], "a resort and university town in Wales, on Cardigan Bay| Pop|: 10,680 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abib",1,1,1 ], "the month of Nisan in the ancient Hebrew calendar (Exodus 13:4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abidjan",1,1,1 ], "(1964 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abidjan",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Ivory Coast: a port on the Gulf of Guinea| Pop|: 282,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abigail",1,1,1 ], "became his wife (I Samuel 25:1-42)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abigail",1,1,1 ], "the woman who brought provisions to David and his followers and subsequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abilene",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Texas| Pop|: 89,653 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abingdon",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S England, in Oxfordshire| Pop|: 18,596 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abkhaz Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, in the NW Georgian SSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abkhaz Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "between the Black Sea and the Caucasus Mountains: a subtropical region, with mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abkhaz Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "rising over 3900 m (13,000 ft|)| Capital: Sukhumi| Pop|: 486,959 (1970)| Area: 8600" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Abkhaz Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (3320 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Abkhaz",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Georgian people living east of the Black Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abkhaz",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the North Caucasian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abney level",1,1,1 ], "a surveying instrument consisting of a spirit level and a sighting tube, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abney level",1,1,1 ], "to measure the angle of inclination of a line from the observer to another point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abo",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) Austral| informal, often derogatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abo",1,1,1,1 ], "short for Aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abo",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aboriginal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Aborigines of Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aboriginal",1,2,1 ], "another word for an Australian Aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aborigine",1,1,1 ], "native, (Austral|)Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aborigine",1,1,2 ], "Australia when European settlers arrived| Often shortened to Abo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aborigine",1,1,2 ], "a member of a dark-skinned hunting and gathering people who were living in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aborigine",1,1,3 ], "any of the languages of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aboukir Bay",1,1,1 ], "Arabic name: Abu Qir" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aboukir Bay",1,1,1 ], "a bay on the N coast of Egypt, where the Nile enters the Mediterranean: site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aboukir Bay",1,1,1 ], "of the Battle of the Nile (1798), in which Nelson defeated the French fleet|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abp|",1,1,1 ], "archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abraham",1,1,1 ], "people (Genesis 11-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abraham",1,1,1 ], "the first of the patriarchs, the father of Isaac and the founder of the Hebrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abraham",1,1,2 ], "Abraham's bosom| the place where the just repose after death (Luke 16:22)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abruzzi",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,163,334 (1971)| Area: 10,794 sq| km (4210 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Abruzzi",1,1,1 ], "a region of S central Italy, between the Apennines and the Adriatic: separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abruzzi",1,1,1 ], "from the former administrative region Abruzzi e Molise in 1965| Capital: Aquila|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Absalom",1,1,1 ], "killed by Joab (II Samuel 15-18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Absalom",1,1,1 ], "the third son of David, who rebelled against his father and was eventually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Absolute",1,1,1,1 ], "the ultimate basis of reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Absolute",1,1,1,2 ], "that which is totally unconditioned, unrestricted, pure, perfect, or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Absolute",1,1,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Hegel) that towards which all things evolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Absolute",1,1,2 ], "dialectically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abu Dhabi",1,1,1 ], "Abu Dhabi and a desert hinterland; contains major oilfields| Pop|: 65,000 (1972" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Abu Dhabi",1,1,1 ], "a sheikdom of SE Arabia, on the S coast of the Persian Gulf: the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abu Dhabi",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: about 10,360 sq| km (4000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Abu Dhabi",1,1,1 ], "sheikdom and capital of the United Arab Emirates, consisting principally of the port of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abu Simbel",1,1,1 ], "a former village in S Egypt: site of two temples of Rameses II, which were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abu Simbel",1,1,1 ], "flooded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Abu Simbel",1,1,1 ], "moved to higher ground (1966-67) before the area behind the Aswan High Dam was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abu-Bekr",1,1,1 ], "573-634 a|d|, father-in-law of Mohammed; the first caliph of Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abukir",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aboukir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abydos",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in central Egypt: site of many temples and tombs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abydos",1,1,2 ], "an ancient Greek colony on the Asiatic side of the Dardanelles (Hellespont):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abydos",1,1,2 ], "scene of the legend of Hero and Leander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Abyssinia",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Ethiopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abyssinian cat",1,1,1 ], "a variety of cat with a long body and a short brown coat with black or dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Abyssinian cat",1,1,1 ], "brown markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ac",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for actinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Academy",1,1,1,1 ], "b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Academy",1,1,1,1 ], "the grove or garden near Athens where Plato taught in the late 4th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Academy",1,1,1,2 ], "the school of philosophy founded by Plato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Academy",1,1,1,3 ], "the members of this school and their successors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Academy",1,1,2 ], "short for the French Academy, Royal Academy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acadia" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the Maritime Provinces of Canada",1). c_DEF([ "Acadia" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the French-speaking areas of these provinces",1). c_DEF([ "Acadia" ,1, 1, 2],"(formerly) a French colony in the present-day Maritime Provinces: ceded to",1). c_DEF([ "Acadia" ,1, 1, 2],"Britain in 1713|French name: Acadie",2). c_DEF([ "Acadian",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to Acadia or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acadian",1,2,1 ], "Louisiana in the 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acadian",1,2,1 ], "any of the early French settlers in Nova Scotia, many of whom were deported to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acapulco",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SW Mexico, in Guerrero state| Pop|: 352,673 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Accad",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Akkad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Accra",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Accra",1,1,1 ], "17th-century trading fortresses founded by the English, Dutch, and Danish| Pop|: 564,194" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Accra",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Ghana, a port on the Gulf of Guinea: built on the site of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Accrington",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in SE Lancashire| Pop|: 36,838 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Accutron",1,1,1 ], "a type of watch in which the balance wheel and hairspring are replaced by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Accutron",1,1,1 ], "tuning fork kept in vibration by a tiny internal battery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aceldama",1,1,1 ], "Judas for betraying Jesus (Matthew 27:8; Acts 1:19)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aceldama",1,1,1 ], "the place near Jerusalem that was bought with the 30 pieces of silver paid to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaea",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 3209 sq| km (1239 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Akhaia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achaea",1,1,1 ], "a department of Greece, in the N Peloponnese| Capital: Patras| Pop|: 239,859" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaea",1,1,2 ], "a province of ancient Greece, in the N Peloponnese on the Gulf of Corinth:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaea",1,1,2 ], "enlarged as a Roman province in 27 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achaean League",1,1,1 ], "Macedonian domination of the Peloponnesus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Achaean League",1,1,1 ], "a confederation of Achaean cities formed in the early third century b|c|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaean League",1,1,1 ], "which became a political and military force in Greece, directed particularly against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achaean",1,1,1 ], "a member of a principal Greek tribe in the Mycenaean era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaean",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of the later Greek province of Achaea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaean",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Achaea or the Achaeans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaemenid",1,1,1 ], "Great" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Achaemenid",1,1,1 ], "any member of a Persian dynasty of kings, including Cyrus the Great, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achaemenid",1,1,1 ], "ruled from about 550 to 331 b|c|, when Darius III was overthrown by Alexander the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achates",1,1,1 ], "a loyal friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achelous",1,1,1 ], "a river god who changed into a snake and a bull while fighting Hercules but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achelous",1,1,1 ], "was defeated when Hercules broke off one of his horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achernar",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere| Visual magnitude: 0|6; spectral type: B5; distance: 66 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achernar",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Eridanus, visible only in the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acheron",1,1,1 ], "Charon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acheron",1,1,1 ], "one of the rivers in Hades over which the souls of the dead were ferried by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acheron",1,1,2 ], "the underworld or Hades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acheulian",1,1,1 ], "(in Europe) the period in the Lower Palaeolithic following the Abbevillian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acheulian",1,1,1 ], "bone, antler, or wood| The Acheulian dates from the Riss glaciation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Acheulian",1,1,1 ], "represented by the use of soft hammerstones in hand axe production made of chipped stone," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acheulian",1,1,2 ], "(in Africa) the period represented by every stage of hand axe development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acheulian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achill Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in Ireland, off the W coast of Co| Mayo| Area: 3133 sq| km (1210 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achill Island",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Pop|: 3598 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achilles heel",1,1,1 ], "a small but fatal weakness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achilles tendon",1,1,1 ], "the fibrous cord that connects the muscles of the calf to the heelbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achilles",1,1,1 ], "Greek hero, the son of Peleus and the sea goddess Thetis: in the Iliad the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Achilles",1,1,1 ], "foremost of the Greek warriors at the siege of Troy| While he was a baby his mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Achilles",1,1,1 ], "plunged him into the river Styx making his body invulnerable except for the heel by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Achilles",1,1,1 ], "the heel" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Achilles",1,1,1 ], "which she held him| After slaying Hector, he was killed by Paris who wounded him in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Achitophel",1,1,1 ], "the Douay spelling of Ahithophel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acis",1,1,1 ], "Polyphemus crushed him with a huge rock, and his blood was turned by Galatea into a river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acis",1,1,1 ], "a Sicilian shepherd and the lover of the nymph Galatea| In jealousy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acol",1,1,1 ], "a popular British bidding system favouring light opening bids and a flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acol",1,1,1 ], "approach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aconcagua",1,1,1 ], "Hemisphere| Height: 6960 m (22,835 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aconcagua",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W Argentina: the highest peak in the Andes and in the W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,1 ], "(57,153 sq| miles)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,1 ], "Bolivia in 1903| Capital: Rio Branco| Pop|: 215,299 (1970)| Area: 148,026 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,1 ], "a territory of W Brazil: mostly unexplored tropical forests; acquired from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,2 ], "($a$:!k$a$:)| Hebrew name: `Akko ($a$:!k@@$u)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,2 ], "34,400 (1972)| Old Testament name: Accho ($a$:!k@@$u)| Arabic name: `Akka" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,2 ], "E Mediterranean: taken and retaken during the Crusades (1104, 1187, 1191, 1291)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,2 ], "a city and port in N Israel, strategically situated on the Bay of Acre in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acre",1,1,2 ], "taken by the Turks (1517), by Egypt (1832), and by the Turks again (1839)| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Acres",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese name for (the)Azores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acrilan",1,1,1 ], "an acrylic fibre or fabric, characterized by strength, softness, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acrilan",1,1,1 ], "crease-resistance and used for clothing, upholstery, carpets, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acropolis",1,1,1 ], "the citadel of Athens on which the Parthenon and the Erechtheum stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Actaeon",1,1,1 ], "a hunter of Boeotia who, having accidentally seen Artemis bathing, was turned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Actaeon",1,1,1 ], "into a stag and torn apart by his own hounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Actium",1,1,1 ], "Octavian's fleet under Agrippa defeated that of Mark Antony and Cleopatra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Actium",1,1,1 ], "a town of ancient Greece that overlooked the naval battle in 31 b|c| at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acton" ,1, 1, 1],"1st Baron Acton| 1834-1902, English historian: a proponent of Christian",1). c_DEF([ "Acton" ,1, 1, 1],"liberal ethics and adviser of Gladstone",2). c_DEF([ "Acton" ,1, 1, 2],"his grandfather, Sir John Francis Edward",1). c_DEF([ "Acton" ,1, 1, 3],"(1774-79) and Naples (1779 onwards) and chief minister of Naples (1779-1806)",2). c_DEF([ "Acton" ,1, 1, 3],"1736-1811, European naval commander and statesman: admiral of Tuscany",1). c_DEF([ "Acton",1,1,1 ], "a district of the London borough of Ealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Acts of the Apostles",1,1,1 ], "Church from Christ's ascension into heaven to Paul's sojourn at Rome| Often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Acts of the Apostles",1,1,1 ], "shortened to Acts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Acts of the Apostles",1,1,1 ], "the fifth book of the New Testament, describing the development of the early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",1,1,1 ], "the first man, created by God: the progenitor of the human race (Genesis 2-3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",1,1,2 ], "not know from Adam| to fail to be acquainted with someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",1,1,3 ], "the old Adam| the evil supposedly inherent in human nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",1,1,4 ], "Adam's ale or wine| water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",2,1,1 ], "Robert| 1728-92, Scottish architect and furniture designer| Assisted by his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",2,1,1 ], "architecture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",2,1,1 ], "brother, James, 1730-94, he emulated the harmony of classical and Italian Renaissance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adam",2,2,1 ], "in the neoclassical style made popular by Robert Adam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam's apple",1,1,1 ], "the neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adam's apple",1,1,1 ], "the visible projection of the thyroid cartilage of the larynx at the front of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam's-needle",1,1,1 ], "It is cultivated as an ornamental plant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adam's-needle",1,1,1 ], "a North American liliaceous plant, Yucca filamentosa, that has a tall woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adam's-needle",1,1,1 ], "stem, stiff pointed leaves, and large clusters of white flowers arranged in spikes|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adam-and-Eve",1,1,1 ], "another name for puttyroot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adamawa",1,1,1 ], "Cameroon, the Central African Republic, and N Zaire, forming a branch of the Niger-Congo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adamawa",1,1,1 ], "a small group of languages of W Africa, spoken chiefly in E Nigeria, N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adamawa",1,1,1 ], "family" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adamite",1,1,1 ], "a human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adamite",1,1,2 ], "a nudist, esp| a member of an early Christian sect who sought to imitate Adam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SW Washington, in the Cascade Range| Height: 3751 m (12,307" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,1 ], "Great Britain (1785-88); helped draft the Declaration of Independence (1776)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,1 ], "John| 1735-1826, second president of the U|S| (1797-1801); U|S| ambassador to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,2 ], "John Couch| 1819-92, English astronomer who deduced the existence and position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,2 ], "of the planet Neptune" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,3 ], "(1825-29); secretary of state (1817-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,3 ], "John Quincy, son of John Adams| 1767-1848, sixth president of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,4 ], "Boston Tea Party; a signatory of the Declaration of Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adams",2,1,4 ], "Samuel| 1722-1803, American revolutionary leader; one of the organizers of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adams-Stokes syndrome",1,1,1 ], "another term for heart block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adana",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Turkey, capital of Adana province| Pop|: 475,384 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adar Sheni",1,1,1 ], "inserted between Shebat and Adar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adar Sheni",1,1,1 ], "the month of Adar in leap years when an intercalary month, Adar Rishon, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adar",1,1,1 ], "in the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in February and March" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adar",1,1,1 ], "the sixth month of the civil year and the twelfth of the ecclesiastical year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Addams",1,1,1 ], "1860-1935, U|S| social reformer, feminist, and pacifist, who founded Hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Addams",1,1,1 ], "House, a social settlement in Chicago: Nobel peace prize 1931" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Addington",1,1,1 ], "1st Viscount Sidmouth| 1757-1844, English statesman; prime minister (1801-04)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Addington",1,1,1 ], "and home secretary (1812-21)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Addis Ababa",1,1,1 ], "level: founded in 1887; became capital in 1896| Pop|: 1,161,267 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Addis Ababa",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Ethiopia, on a central plateau 2400 m (8000 ft|) above sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Addison",1,1,1 ], "1672-1719, English essayist and poet who, with Richard Steele, founded The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Addison",1,1,1 ], "Spectator (1711-14) and contributed most of its essays, including the de Coverley Papers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Addison's disease",1,1,1 ], "a disease characterized by deep bronzing of the skin, anaemia, and extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Addison's disease",1,1,1 ], "weakness, caused by underactivity of the adrenal glands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Addressograph",1,1,1 ], "a machine for addressing envelopes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adelaide",1,1,1 ], "Vincent Gulf, handles the bulk of exports| Pop|: 899,300 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adelaide",1,1,1 ], "the capital of South Australia Port Adelaide, 11 km (7 miles) away on St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aden",1,1,1 ], "Aden, an arm of the Indian Ocean at the entrance to the Red Sea: formerly an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aden",1,1,1 ], "important port of call on shipping routes to the East| Pop|: 264,326 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aden",1,1,1 ], "the main port and capital of Southern Yemen, on the N coast of the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aden",1,1,2 ], "Peninsula: became the People's Republic of Southern Yemen in 1967| Area: 195 sq| km (75" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aden",1,1,2 ], "a former British colony and protectorate on the S coast of the Arabian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aden",1,1,2 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adenauer",1,1,1 ], "1876-1967, German statesman chancellor of West Germany (l949-63)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adige",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Italy, flowing southeast to the Adriatic| Length: 354 km (220" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adige",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adirondack Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in NE New York State| Highest peak: Mount Marcy, 1629 m (5344" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adirondack Mountains",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adivasi",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the aboriginal peoples of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adler",1,1,1 ], "Alfred |1870-1937, Austrian psychiatrist, noted for his descriptions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adler",1,1,1 ], "overcompensation and inferiority feelings|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adler",1,1,2 ], "Larry, original name Lawrence Cecil Adler| born 1914, U|S| harmonica player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adlie Coast",1,1,1 ], "a part of Antarctica, between Wilkes Land and George V Land: under French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adlie Coast",1,1,1 ], "sovereignty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Admetus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Thessaly, one of the Argonauts, who was married to Alcestis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty Board",1,1,1 ], "a department of the British Ministry of Defence, responsible for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty Board",1,1,1 ], "administration and planning of the Royal Navy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty House",1,1,1 ], "the official residence of the governor general of Australia, in Sydney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1966)| Area: about 2000 sq| km (800 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty Islands",1,1,1 ], "Papua New Guinea, in the Bismarck Archipelago: main island: Manus| Pop|: 20,647" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of about 40 volcanic and coral islands in the SW Pacific, part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in Antarctica, on the coast of Victoria Land, northwest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty Range",1,1,1 ], "the Ross Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Admiralty mile",1,1,1 ], "another name for nautical mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adm|",1,1,1 ], "Admiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adm|",1,1,2 ], "Admiralty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adonai",1,1,1 ], "a name for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adonic",1,1,1 ], "() followed by a spondee () or by a trochee (), thought to have been first used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adonic",1,1,1 ], "(in classical prosody) of or relating to a verse line consisting of a dactyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adonic",1,1,1 ], "laments for Adonis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adonic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Adonis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adonic",1,2,1 ], "an Adonic line or verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adonis",1,1,1 ], "a handsome youth loved by Aphrodite| Killed by a wild boar, he was believed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adonis",1,1,1 ], "spend part of the year in the underworld and part on earth, symbolizing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adonis",1,1,1 ], "vegetative cycle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adonis",1,1,2 ], "a handsome young man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adowa",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aduwa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adrastus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Argos and leader of the Seven against Thebes of whom he was the sole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adrastus",1,1,1 ], "survivor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adrenalin",1,1,1 ], "a brand of adrenaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adrian IV",1,1,1 ], "original name Nicholas Breakspear| 1100-59, the only English pope (1154-59)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adrian",1,1,1 ], "Baron Adrian| born 1889, English physiologist, noted particularly for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adrian",1,1,1 ], "medicine (1932)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adrian",1,1,1 ], "research into the function of neurons: shared with Sherrington the Nobel prize for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adrianople",1,1,1 ], "former names of Edirne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adriatic Sea",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Mediterranean between Italy and Yugoslavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adriatic",1,1,1 ], "islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adriatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Adriatic Sea, or to the inhabitants of its coast or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adriatic",1,2,1 ], "the| short for the Adriatic Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adullamite",1,1,1 ], "a person who has withdrawn from a political group and joined with a few others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adullamite",1,1,1 ], "to form a dissident group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aduwa",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 16,430 (1971 est|)| Italian name: Adua (a!dua)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aduwa",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Ethiopia: Emperor Menelik II defeated the Italians here in 1896|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Advent Sunday",1,1,1 ], "November 30" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Advent Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the first of the four Sundays of Advent, and the one that falls nearest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Advent",1,1,1 ], "the season including the four Sundays preceding Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adventist",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the Christian groups, such as the Seventh Day Adventists," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adventist",1,1,1 ], "that hold that the Second Coming of Christ is imminent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Advocate Depute",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish law officer with the functions of public prosecutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adygei Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "(2934 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adygei Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Mountains: chiefly agricultural| Capital: Maikop| Pop|: 385,644 (1970)| Area: 7600 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Adygei Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the SW Soviet Union, bordering on the Caucasus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adygei",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Circassian people of the Northwest Caucasus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adygei",1,1,2 ], "the Circassian language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adzhar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "309,768 (1970)| Area: 3000 sq| km (1160 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Adzhar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, in the SW Georgian SSR on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Adzhar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "reaching 2805 m (9350 ft|), with a subtropical coastal strip| Capital: Batumi| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Adzhar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "the Black Sea: part of Turkey from the 17th century until 1878; mostly mountainous," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeetes",1,1,1 ], "a king of Colchis, father of Medea and keeper of the Golden Fleece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegean Islands",1,1,1 ], "Sporades| The majority are under Greek administration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aegean Islands",1,1,1 ], "the islands of the Aegean Sea, including the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Euboea, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegean Sea",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Mediterranean between Greece and Turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Aegean Sea or Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegean",1,1,2 ], "Aegean Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aegean",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Bronze Age civilization of Greece, Asia Minor, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegeus",1,1,1 ], "an Athenian king and father of Theseus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegina",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Aegean Sea, in the Saronic Gulf| Area: 85 sq| km (33 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegina",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aegina",1,1,2 ], "a town on the coast of this island: a city-state of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegina",1,1,3 ], "Gulf of| another name for the Saronic Gulf|Greek name: Aiyina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegir",1,1,1 ], "the god of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegisthus",1,1,1 ], "a cousin to and the murderer of Agamemnon, whose wife Clytemnestra he had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegisthus",1,1,1 ], "home and killed him" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aegisthus",1,1,1 ], "seduced| He usurped the kingship of Mycenae until Orestes, Agamemnon's son, returned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aegospotami",1,1,1 ], "Peloponnesian War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aegospotami",1,1,1 ], "Spartan fleet under Lysander defeated the Athenians in 405 b|c|, ending the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aegospotami",1,1,1 ], "a river of ancient Thrace that flowed into the Hellespont| At its mouth the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aegyptus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Egypt and twin brother of Danaus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeneas Silvius",1,1,1 ], "the literary name of Pius II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeneas",1,1,1 ], "Troy and sailed to Italy via Carthage and Sicily| After seven years, he and his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeneas",1,1,1 ], "a Trojan prince, the son of Anchises and Aphrodite, who escaped the sack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeneas",1,1,1 ], "followers established themselves near the site of the future Rome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aeneid",1,1,1 ], "Rome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aeneid",1,1,1 ], "an epic poem in Latin by Virgil relating the experiences of Aeneas after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeneid",1,1,1 ], "fall of Troy, written chiefly to provide an illustrious historical background for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolian Islands",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Lipari Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Hellenic people who settled in Thessaly and Boeotia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolian",1,1,1 ], "colonized Lesbos and parts of the Aegean coast of Asia Minor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their dialect of Ancient Greek; Aeolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Aeolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolian",1,2,3 ], "denoting or relating to an authentic mode represented by the ascending natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolian",1,2,3 ], "diatonic scale from A to A: the basis of the modern minor key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Aeolians or their dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolic",1,2,1 ], "Boeotia, and Aeolis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolic",1,2,1 ], "one of four chief dialects of Ancient Greek, spoken chiefly in Thessaly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolis",1,1,1 ], "of Lesbos, settled by the Aeolian Greeks (about 1000 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolis",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for the coastal region of NW Asia Minor, including the island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolus",1,1,1 ], "the god of the winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeolus",1,1,2 ], "the founding king of the Aeolians in Thessaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeschines",1,1,1 ], "389-314 b|c|, Athenian orator; the main political opponent of Demosthenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeschylus",1,1,1 ], "525-456 b|c|, Greek dramatist, regarded as the father of Greek tragedy| Seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aeschylus",1,1,1 ], "of his plays are extant, including Seven Against Thebes, Prometheus Bound, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aeschylus",1,1,1 ], "trilogy of the Oresteia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aesculapian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Aesculapius or to the art of medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aesculapius",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of medicine or healing| Greek counterpart: Asclepius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aesir",1,1,1 ], "the chief gods of Norse mythology dwelling in Asgard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aesop",1,1,1 ], "620-564 b|c| Greek author of fables in which animals are given human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aesop",1,1,1 ], "characters and used to satirize human failings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aetna",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for Mount Etna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aetolia",1,1,1 ], "Gulf of Patras: a powerful federal state in the 3rd century b|c|Chief city:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aetolia",1,1,1 ], "Missolonghi| Pop| (with Acarnania): 228,719 (1971)| Area: 5390 sq| km| (2081 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aetolia",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region forming a department of W central Greece, north of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afars and the Issas",1,1,1 ], "a former French territory in E Africa (1946-77), now the independent republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afars and the Issas",1,1,1 ], "of Djibouti| Former name (until 1967): French Somaliland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afghan hound",1,1,1 ], "a tall graceful breed of hound with a long silky coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afghan",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Afghanistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afghan",1,1,2 ], "another name for Pashto (the language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afghan",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to Afghanistan, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afghanistan",1,1,1 ], "Area: 657,500 sq| km (250,000 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Afghanistan",1,1,1 ], "Religion: Muslim| Currency: afghani| Capital: Kabul| Pop|: 18,796,000 (1974 UN est|)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Afghanistan",1,1,1 ], "a republic in central Asia: became independent in 1919; generally arid and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afghanistan",1,1,1 ], "mountainous, with the Hindu Kush range rising over 7500 m (25,000 ft|) and fertile valleys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afghanistan",1,1,1 ], "of the Amu Darya, Helmand, and Kabul Rivers| Languages: Pashto and Tadzhik|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Afg|",1,1,1 ], "Afghanistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "(11,700,000 sq| miles)" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "18th and 19th centuries by Europeans and now comprises chiefly independent nations|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "19th century and inhabited chiefly by Negro peoples)| It was colonized mainly in the" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "Africa south of the Sahara (relatively isolated from the rest of the world until the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic in the west, and the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Indian Ocean in the east| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "Sahara Desert divides the continent unequally into North Africa (an early centre of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "The largest lake is Lake Victoria and the chief rivers are the Nile, Niger, Congo," ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "and Zambezi| Pop|: 346,015,000 (1969 est|)| Area: about 30,300,000 sq| km" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "civilization, in close contact with Europe and W Asia, now inhabited chiefly by Arabs) and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Africa",1,1,1 ], "the second largest of the continents, on the Mediterranean in the north, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African lily",1,1,1 ], "a liliaceous plant, Agapanthus africanus, of southern Africa, having rounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African lily",1,1,1 ], "clusters of blue or white funnel-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "African mahogany",1,1,1 ], "any of several African trees of the meliaceous genus Khaya, esp| K| ivorensis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African mahogany",1,1,1 ], "that have wood similar to that of true mahogany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "African mahogany",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees, used for furniture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African mahogany",1,1,3 ], "any of various other African woods that resemble true mahogany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African violet",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical African plants of the genus Saintpaulia, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African violet",1,1,1 ], "ionantha, cultivated as house plants, with violet, white, or pink flowers and hairy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "African violet",1,1,1 ], "leaves: family Gesneriaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "African",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to Africa or any of its peoples, languages, nations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African",1,2,1 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of any of the countries of Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "African",1,2,2 ], "a member or descendant of any of the peoples of Africa, esp| a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Africanism",1,1,1 ], "of an African language when introduced into a non-African language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Africanism",1,1,1 ], "something characteristic of Africa or Africans, esp| a characteristic feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Africanist",1,1,1 ], "a person specializing in the study of African affairs or culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Africanize",1,1,1 ], "Africans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Africanize",1,1,1 ], "to make African, esp| to give control of (policy, government, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikaans",1,1,1 ], "Dutch and Flemish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikaans",1,1,1 ], "an official language of all the Republic of South Africa, closely related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikander",1,1,1 ], "a breed of humped-back beef cattle originally raised in southern Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikander",1,1,2 ], "a southern African breed of fat-tailed sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikander",1,1,3 ], "a former name for an Afrikaner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikaner",1,1,1 ], "Afrikaans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikaner",1,1,1 ], "a White native of the Republic of South Africa whose mother tongue is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikanerdom",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) Afrikaner nationalism based on pride in the Afrikaans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikanerdom",1,1,1 ], "language and culture, conservative Calvinism, and a sense of heritage as pioneers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afrikanerize",1,1,1 ], "to make (a person) Afrikaans in attitudes, language, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro",1,1,1 ], "a hair style in which the hair is shaped into a wide frizzy bush, popular esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro",1,1,1 ], "among Negroes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating Africa or African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-American",1,1,1 ], "an American Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-American",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to American Negroes, their history, or their culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-Asian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to both Africa and Asia, esp| as part of the Third World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-Asiatic",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages of SW Asia and N Africa, consisting of the Semitic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-Asiatic",1,1,1 ], "ancient Egyptian, Berber, Cushitic, and Chadic subfamilies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-Asiatic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-Cuban",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a type of jazz influenced by Cuban variants of African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-Cuban",1,1,1 ], "rhythms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-chain",1,1,1 ], "(in the Caribbean) a large chain necklace with a central pendant: usually worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-chain",1,1,1 ], "with a dashiki by men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-comb",1,1,1 ], "(in the Caribbean) a hand-shaped comb with long metal teeth used in tending an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Afro-comb",1,1,1 ], "Afro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Afr|",1,1,1 ], "Africa(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Af|",1,1,1 ], "Africa(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ag",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aga Khan IV",1,1,1 ], "Muslims since 1957" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aga Khan IV",1,1,1 ], "Prince Karim (k@@!ri$:m)| born 1936, spiritual leader of the Ismaili sect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aga Khan",1,1,1 ], "the hereditary title of the head of the Ismaili Islamic sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aga Khan",2,1,1 ], "Prince Sadruddin (s@@!dru$:d$In)| born 1933, Iranian international civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aga Khan",2,1,1 ], "servant; United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (1965-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agadir",1,1,1 ], "(1911), when a gunboat arrived to protect German interests| Britain issued a strong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agadir",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Agadir",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Morocco, which became the centre of an international crisis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agadir",1,1,1 ], "virtually destroyed by an earthquake, about 10,000 people being killed| Pop|: 61,192" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Agadir",1,1,1 ], "warning to Germany but the French negotiated and war was averted| In 1960 the town was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Agamemnon",1,1,1 ], "a king of Mycenae who led the Greeks at the siege of Troy| On his return home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agamemnon",1,1,1 ], "he was murdered by his wife Clytemnestra and her lover Aegisthus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agana",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Pacific island of Guam, on its W coast| Pop|: 2119 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agape",1,1,1 ], "Christian love, esp| as contrasted with erotic love; charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agape",1,1,2 ], "a communal meal in the early Church taken in commemoration of the Last Supper;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agape",1,1,2 ], "love feast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agartala",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, capital of the state of Tripura| Pop|: 100,264 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Age of Reason",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the 18th century in W Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agen",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SW France, on the Garonne river| Pop|: 35,839 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agincourt",1,1,1 ], "a battle fought in 1415 near the village of Agincourt, N France: a decisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agincourt",1,1,1 ], "number" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Agincourt",1,1,1 ], "victory for English longbowmen under Henry V over French forces vastly superior in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aglaia",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Graces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agnes",1,1,1 ], "292-304 a|d|, Christian child martyr under Diocletian| Feast day: Jan| 21" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agni",1,1,1 ], "the god of fire, one of the three chief deities of the Vedas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agnus Dei",1,1,1 ], "the figure of a lamb bearing a cross or banner, emblematic of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agnus Dei",1,1,2 ], "a chant beginning with these words or a translation of them, forming part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agnus Dei",1,1,2 ], "the Roman Catholic Mass or sung as an anthem in the Anglican liturgy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agnus Dei",1,1,3 ], "a wax medallion stamped with a lamb as emblem of Christ and blessed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agnus Dei",1,1,3 ], "pope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agostini",1,1,1 ], "1966-72(350 cc| class) 1968-74" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agostini",1,1,1 ], "born 1944, Italian racing motorcyclist: world champion (500 cc| class)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agra",1,1,1 ], "591,917 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Agra",1,1,1 ], "Mogul empire until 1658; famous for its Mogul architecture, esp| the Taj Mahal| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agra",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in W Uttar Pradesh on the Jumna River: a capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agram",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Zagreb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agricola",1,1,1 ], "Georgius , original name Georg Bauer| 1494-1555, German mineralogist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agricola",1,1,1 ], "metallurgist, and author, commonly regarded as the father of mineralogy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agricola",1,1,2 ], "Gnaeus Julius 40-93 a|d|, Roman general; governor of Britain who advanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agricola",1,1,2 ], "Roman rule north to the Firth of Forth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agrigento",1,1,1 ], "Former name (until 1927): Girgenti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agrigento",1,1,1 ], "a town in Italy, in SW Sicily: site of six Greek temples| Pop|: 49,213 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agrippa",1,1,1 ], "63-12 b|c|, Roman general: chief adviser and later son-in-law of Augustus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agrippina",1,1,1 ], "called the Elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agrippina",1,1,1,3 ], "14 b|c|-33 a|d|, Roman matron: granddaughter of Augustus: wife of Germanicus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Agrippina",1,1,1,3 ], "mother of Caligula and Agrippina the Younger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agrippina",1,1,2 ], "became emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agrippina",1,1,2 ], "called the Younger| 15-59 a|d|, mother of Nero, who put her to death after he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aguascalientes",1,1,1 ], "a state in central Mexico| Pop|: 338,142 (1970)| Area: 6472 sq| km (2499 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aguascalientes",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aguascalientes",1,1,2 ], "a city in central Mexico, capital of Aguascalientes state, about 1900 m (6200" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aguascalientes",1,1,2 ], "ft|) above sea level, with hot springs| Pop|: 221,538 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Agulhas",1,1,1 ], "a headland in South Africa, the southernmost point of the African Continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahab",1,1,1 ], "rebuked by Elijah (I Kings 16:29-22:40)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ahab",1,1,1 ], "the king of Israel from approximately 869 to 850 b|c| and husband of Jezebel:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahasuerus",1,1,1 ], "Xerxes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ahasuerus",1,1,1 ], "a king of ancient Persia and husband of Esther, generally identified with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahithophel",1,1,1 ], "a member of David's council, who became one of Absalom's advisers in his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahithophel",1,1,1 ], "rebellion and hanged himself when his advice was overruled (II Samuel 15:12-17:23)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ahmedabad",1,1,1 ], "1,585,544 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ahmedabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, capital of Gujarat state: famous for its mosque| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahmednagar",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 118,236 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ahmednagar",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, in Maharashtra: formerly one of the kingdoms of Deccan|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahriman",1,1,1 ], "the supreme evil spirit and diabolical opponent of Ormazd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahura Mazda",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ormazd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahvenanmaa",1,1,1 ], "the Finnish name for the 'Aland Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ahwaz",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Iran, on the Karun River| Pop|: 302,000 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aidan",1,1,1 ], "Lindisfarne (635)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aidan",1,1,1 ], "died 651 a|d|Irish missionary in Northumbria, who founded the monastery at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aidin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aydin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ain",1,1,1 ], "386,943 (1975)| Area: 5785 sq| km (2256 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ain",1,1,1 ], "a department in E central France, in Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: Bourg| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ain",1,1,2 ], "Rhone| Length: 190 km (118 miles)| h" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ain",1,1,2 ], "a river in E France, rising in the Jura Mountains and flowing south to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aintab",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1921) of Gaziantep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ainu",1,1,1 ], "Mongoloid immigrants whose skin colour is more yellowish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ainu",1,1,1 ], "a member of the aboriginal people of Japan, now mostly intermixed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ainu",1,1,2 ], "of Hokkaido and elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ainu",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, of no known relationships, still spoken in parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Air Officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer in the Royal Air Force above the rank of Group Captain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Air Scout",1,1,1 ], "a scout belonging to a scout troop that specializes in flying, gliding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Air",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of N central Niger, in the Sahara, rising to 1500 m (5000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Air",1,1,1 ], "ft|): a former native kingdom| Area: about 77,700 sq| km (30,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Airdrie",1,1,1 ], "a burgh and town in W central Scotland, E of Glasgow: coal and iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Airdrie",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 37,736 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aire",1,1,1 ], "a river in N England rising in the Pennines and flowing southeast mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aire",1,1,1 ], "through West Yorkshire to the Ouse| Length: 112 km (70 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Airedale",1,1,1 ], "a large rough-haired tan-coloured breed of terrier characterized by a black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Airedale",1,1,1 ], "saddle-shaped patch on the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aisha",1,1,1 ], "613-678 a|d|, the favourite wife of Mohammed; daughter of Abu Bekr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aisne",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 7428 sq| km (2897 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aisne",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France, in Picardy region| Capital: Laon| Pop|: 549,372" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aisne",1,1,2 ], "(175 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aisne",1,1,2 ], "a river in N France, rising in the Argonne Forest and flowing northwest and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aisne",1,1,2 ], "west to the River Oise: scene of several battles during World War I| Length: 282 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aitken",1,1,1 ], "Robert Grant| 1864-1951, U|S| astronomer who discovered over three thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aitken",1,1,1 ], "double stars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aitken",1,1,2 ], "William Maxwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aix-en-Provence",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aix-en-Provence",1,1,1 ], "a city and spa in SE France: the medieval capital of Provence| Pop|: 114,014" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aix-la-Chapelle",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Aachen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ajaccio",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Corsica, a port on the W coast| Pop|: 44,659 (1968)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ajax",1,1,1 ], "the son of Telamon; a Greek hero of the Trojan War who killed himself in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ajax",1,1,1 ], "vexation when Achilles' armour was given to Odysseus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ajax",1,1,2 ], "Trojan War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ajax",1,1,2 ], "called Ajax the Lesser, a Locrian king, a swift-footed Greek hero of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ajmer",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW India, in Rajasthan: textile centre| Pop|: 262,851 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akademi",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a learned society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akan",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of Ghana and the E Ivory Coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akan",1,1,2 ], "belonging to the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akan",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, having two chief dialects, Fanti and Twi, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akbar",1,1,1 ], "called Akbar the Great| 1542-1605, Mogul emperor of India (1556-1605), who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akbar",1,1,1 ], "extended the Mogul empire to include N India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akela",1,1,1 ], "the adult leader of a pack of Cub Scouts| U|S| equivalent: Den Mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akhaia",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the modern Greek name for Achaea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akhenaten",1,1,1 ], "Aten" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Akhenaten",1,1,1 ], "dynasty; he moved his capital from Thebes to Tell El Amarna and introduced the cult of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akhenaten",1,1,1 ], "original name Amenhotep IV| died 1358 b|c|, king of Egypt, of the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akhmatova",1,1,1 ], "and intensely personal lyrics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akhmatova",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Anna Gorenko| 1889-1966, Russian poetess: noted for her concise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akihito",1,1,1 ], "born 1933, crown prince of Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akkad",1,1,1 ], "a city on the Euphrates in N Babylonia, the centre of a major empire and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akkad",1,1,1 ], "civilization (2360-2180 b|c|)|Ancient name: Agade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akkad",1,1,2 ], "an ancient region lying north of Babylon, from which the Akkadian language and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akkad",1,1,2 ], "culture is named" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akkadian",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Semitic people who lived in central Mesopotamia in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akkadian",1,1,1 ], "second millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akkadian",1,1,2 ], "the Afro-Asiatic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akkadian",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, belonging to the E Semitic subfamily of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akkadian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akkerman",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1946) of Byelgorod-Dnestrovski" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akmolinsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1961) of Tselinograd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Akron",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Ohio| Pop|: 261,520 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aksum",1,1,1 ], "Empire (1st to 6th centuries a|d|)|According to tradition, the Ark of the Covenant was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aksum",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in N Ethiopia, in Tigre province: capital of the Aksumite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aksum",1,1,1 ], "brought here from Jerusalem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aktyubinsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the Soviet Union, in the Kazakh SSR| Pop|: 175,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aktyubinsk",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akure",1,1,1 ], "71,106 (1963)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Akure",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Nigeria, capital of Ondo state: agricultural trade centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al Hasa",1,1,1 ], "500,000 (1961 est|)| Area: 106,708 sq| km (41,200 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Al Hasa",1,1,1 ], "a province in E Saudi Arabia, in Nejd on the Persian Gulf: site of the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al Hasa",1,1,1 ], "discovery of oil in Saudi Arabia (near Ad Dammam in 1933)| Chief town: Al Hufuf| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Al Hufuf",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 100,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Al Hufuf",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Saudi Arabia: a trading centre with nearby oilfields and oases|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al Madinah",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic name for Medina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al Mansrah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of El Mansura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al Marj",1,1,1 ], "Italian name: Barce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Al Marj",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in N Libya: founded in about 550 b|c|Pop|: 10,645 (1969 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al Sirat",1,1,1 ], "the correct path of religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al Sirat",1,1,2 ], "the razor-edged bridge by which all who enter paradise must pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Al",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ala Daor Ala Dagh",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ala Daor Ala Dagh",1,1,1 ], "the E part of the Taurus Mountains, in SE Turkey, rising over 3600 m (12,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ala Daor Ala Dagh",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range in E Turkey, rising over 3300 m (11,000 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ala Daor Ala Dagh",1,1,3 ], "a mountain range in NE Turkey, rising over 3000 m (10,000 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alabama",1,1,1 ], "131,333 sq| km (50,708 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Alabama",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southeastern U|S|, on the Gulf of Mexico: consists of coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alabama",1,1,1 ], "and W lowlands crossed by the Tombigbee, Black Warrior, and Alabama Rivers, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alabama",1,1,1 ], "parts of the Tennessee Valley and Cumberland Plateau in the north; noted for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alabama",1,1,1 ], "producing cotton and white marble| Capital: Montgomery| Pop|: 3,444,165 (1970)| Area:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Alabama",1,1,2 ], "507 km (315 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alabama",1,1,2 ], "a river in Alabama, flowing southwest to the Mobile and Tensaw Rivers| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aladdin",1,1,1 ], "(in The Arabian Nights'' Entertainments) a poor youth who obtains a magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aladdin",1,1,1 ], "lamp and ring, with which he summons genies who grant his wishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alagez",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for Aragats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alagoas",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 30,776 sq| km (11,031 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alagoas",1,1,1 ], "a state in NE Brazil, on the Atlantic coast| Capital: Maceio| Pop|: 1,588,109" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alai",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the S Soviet Union, in the SW Kirghiz SSR, running from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alai",1,1,1 ], "ft|), rising over 5850 m (19,500 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alai",1,1,1 ], "the Tien Shan range in China into the Tadzhik SSR| Average height: 4800 m (16,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alain-Fournier",1,1,1 ], "Grand Meaulnes (1913; translated as The Lost Domain, 1959)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alain-Fournier",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Henri-Alban Fournier| 1886-1914, French novelist; author of Le" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alamein",1,1,1 ], "see El Alamein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alamo",1,1,1 ], "Mexican forces under Santa Anna of a handful of American rebels fighting for Texan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alamo",1,1,1 ], "a mission in San Antonio, Texas, the site of a siege and massacre in 1836 by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alamo",1,1,1 ], "independence from Mexico" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alanbrooke",1,1,1 ], "Imperial General Staff (1941-46)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alanbrooke",1,1,1 ], "title of Alan Francis Brooke| 1883-1963, British field marshal; chief of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alarcon" ,1, 1, 1],"1833-91, Spanish novelist and short-story writer, noted for his humorous",1). c_DEF([ "Alarcon" ,1, 1, 1],"sketches of rural life, esp| in",2). c_DEF([ "Alarcon" ,1, 1, 2],"TheThree-Cornered Hat",1). c_DEF([ "Alaric",1,1,1 ], "370-410 a|d|, king of the Visigoths, who served under the Roman emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alaric",1,1,1 ], "Theodosius I but later invaded Greece and Italy, capturing Rome in 410" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska Highway",1,1,1 ], "a road extending from Dawson Creek, British Columbia, to Fairbanks, Alaska:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska Highway",1,1,1 ], "built by the U|S| Army (1942)| Length: 2452 km (1523 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "Sea, ending in the Aleutian Islands| Length: about 644 km (400 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "an extension of the mainland of SW Alaska between the Pacific and the Bering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska Range",1,1,1 ], "(20,300 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S central Alaska| Highest peak: Mount McKinley, 6090 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 302,173 (1970)| Area: 1,518,859 sq| km (586,432 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,1 ], "Russians| It is mostly mountainous and volcanic, rising over 6000 m (20,000 ft|), with" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,1 ], "aboriginal inhabitants are Eskimos; the earliest White settlements were made by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,1 ], "important mineral resources (chiefly coal, oil, and natural gas)| Capital: Willow South|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,1 ], "the Yukon basin in the central region; large areas are covered by tundra; it has" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,1 ], "the largest state of the U|S|, in the extreme northwest of North America: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,2 ], "Alexander Archipelago|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alaska",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| the N part of the Pacific, between the Alaska Peninsula and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alas|",1,1,1 ], "Alaska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ala|",1,1,1 ], "Alabama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alba Longa",1,1,1 ], "a city of ancient Latium, southeast of modern Rome: the legendary birthplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alba Longa",1,1,1 ], "of Romulus and Remus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alba" ,1, 1, 1],"see (Duke of) Alva",1). c_DEF([ "Albacete",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Spain| Pop|: 93,233 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albania",1,1,1 ], "2,322,600 (1973)| Area: 28,749 sq| km (11,100 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Albania",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Europe, on the Balkan Peninsula: became independent in 1912" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albania",1,1,1 ], "after more than four centuries of Turkish rule; established as a republic (1946)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albania",1,1,1 ], "under Communist rule| It is generally mountainous, rising over 2700 m (9000 ft|)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Albania",1,1,1 ], "with extensive forests| Language: Albanian| Currency: lek| Capital: Tirana| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Albanian",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family, but thought to be related to ancient Illyrian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albanian",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Albania: of uncertain relationship within the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albanian",1,1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Albania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albanian",1,1,1,2 ], "a native speaker of Albanian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albanian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Albania, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albany",1,1,1 ], "111,373 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albany",1,1,1 ], "a city in E New York State, on the Hudson River: the state capital| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albany",1,1,2 ], "982 km (610 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albany",1,1,2 ], "a river in central Canada, flowing east and northeast to James Bay| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albemarle Sound",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic in NE North Carolina| Length: about 96 km (60 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alberich",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval German legend) the king of the dwarfs and guardian of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alberich",1,1,1 ], "treasures of the Nibelungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albert Edward",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SE New Guinea, in the Owen Stanley Range| Height: 3993 m (13,100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albert Edward",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albert I",1,1,1 ], "1255-1308, king of Germany (1298-1308)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albert I",1,1,2 ], "1875-1934, king of the Belgians (1909-34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albert I",1,1,3 ], "called Albert the Bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albert I",1,1,3,3 ], "1100-70| German military leader: first margrave of Brandenburg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albert",1,1,1 ], "(2200 ft|) above sea level: a source of the Nile, fed by the Victoria Nile, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albert",1,1,1 ], "a lake in E Africa, between Zaire and Uganda in the Great Rift Valley, 660 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albert",1,1,1 ], "leaves as the Albert Nile| Area: 5345 sq| km (2064 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Albert",2,1,1 ], "1819-61, Prince Consort of Queen Victoria of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albert",2,1,1 ], "full name Albert Francis Charles Augustus Emmanuel of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alberta",1,1,1 ], "a province of W Canada: mostly prairie, with the Rocky Mountains in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alberta",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alberta",1,1,1 ], "southwest| Capital: Edmonton| Pop|: 1,838,037 (1976)| Area: 661,188 sq| km (255,285 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alberti",1,1,1 ], "1404-72, Italian Renaissance architect, painter, writer, and musician among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alberti",1,1,1 ], "Francesco at Rimini" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alberti",1,1,1 ], "his architectural designs are the facades of Sta| Maria Novella at Florence and S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albertus Magnus",1,1,1 ], "original name Albert, Count von Bollstadt| 1193-1280, German scholastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albertus Magnus",1,1,1 ], "philosopher; teacher of Thomas Aquinas and commentator on Aristotle| Feast day: Nov| 15" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albi",1,1,1 ], "a town in S France: connected with the Albigensian heresy and the crusade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albi",1,1,1 ], "against it| Pop|: 49,456 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albigenses",1,1,1 ], "13th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albigenses",1,1,1 ], "members of a Manichean sect that flourished in S France from the 11th to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albinoni",1,1,1 ], "1671-1750, Italian composer and violinist| He wrote concertos and over 50" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albinoni",1,1,1 ], "operas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albinus",1,1,1 ], "another name for Alcuin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albion",1,1,1 ], "Britain or England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albniz",1,1,1 ], "1860-1909, Spanish composer noted for piano pieces inspired by folk music," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albniz",1,1,1 ], "such as the suite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alboin",1,1,1 ], "died 573 a|d|, king of the Lombards (565-73); conqueror of N Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albuquerque",1,1,1 ], "a city in central New Mexico, on the Rio Grande| Pop|: 243,751 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albuquerque",2,1,1 ], "1453-1515, Portuguese navigator, who established Portuguese colonies in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albuquerque",2,1,1 ], "East by conquering Goa, Ceylon, Malacca, and Ormuz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Albury",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Australia, in S central New South Wales, on the Murray River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Albury",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre of an agricultural region| Pop|: 32,250 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alb|",1,1,1 ], "Albania(n)| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcaeus",1,1,1 ], "7th century b|c|, Greek lyric poet who wrote hymns, love songs, and political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcaeus",1,1,1 ], "odes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcaic",1,1,1 ], "four lines each with four feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcaic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a metre used by the poet Alcaeus, consisting of a strophe of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcaic",1,2,1 ], "verse written in the Alcaic form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcan Highway",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Alaska Highway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcatraz",1,1,1 ], "an island in W California, in San Francisco Bay: a federal prison until 1963" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcazar de San Juan",1,1,1 ], "26,963 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcazar de San Juan",1,1,1 ], "a town in S central Spain: associated with Cervantes and Don Quixote| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcestis",1,1,1 ], "but was rescued from Hades by Hercules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcestis",1,1,1 ], "the wife of king Admetus of Thessaly| To save his life, she died in his place," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcibiades",1,1,1 ], "450-404 b|c|, Athenian statesman and general in the Peloponnesian war:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcibiades",1,1,1 ], "brilliant, courageous, and unstable, he defected to the Spartans in 415, but returned and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcibiades",1,1,1 ], "led the Athenian victories at Abydos (411) and Cyzicus (410)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alcides",1,1,1 ], "another name for Hercules ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcinous",1,1,1 ], "(in Homer''s Odyssey) a Phaeacian king at whose court the shipwrecked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcinous",1,1,1 ], "Odysseus told of his wanderings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcman",1,1,1 ], "7th century b|c|, Greek lyric poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcmene",1,1,1 ], "Amphitryon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcmene",1,1,1 ], "the mother of Hercules by Zeus who visited her in the guise of her husband," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcock",1,1,1 ], "Sir John William| 1892-1919, English aviator who with A|W| Brown made the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcock",1,1,1 ], "first flight across the Atlantic (1919)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcoholics Anonymous",1,1,1 ], "alcoholism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcoholics Anonymous",1,1,1 ], "an association of alcoholics who try, esp| by mutual assistance, to overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcoran",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Koran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcott",1,1,1 ], "(1869)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcott",1,1,1 ], "1832-88, U|S| novelist, noted for her children's books, esp| Little Women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcuin",1,1,1 ], "735-804 a|d|, English scholar and theologian; friend and adviser of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcuin",1,1,1 ], "Charlemagne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcyone",1,1,1 ], "husband's death| She was transformed into a kingfisher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alcyone",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of Aeolus and wife of Ceyx, who drowned herself in grief for her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcyone",1,1,2 ], "one of the Pleiades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alcyone",2,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the Pleiades, located in the constellation Taurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldabra",1,1,1 ], "Territory (1965-76); now adminstratively part of the Seychelles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aldabra",1,1,1 ], "an island group in the Indian Ocean: part of the British Indian Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldan",1,1,1 ], "Mountains and flowing north and west to the Lena River| Length: about 2700 km (1700" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aldan",1,1,1 ], "a river in the Soviet Union in the SE Yakut ASSR, rising in the Aldan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldan",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aldebaran",1,1,1 ], "a binary star, one component of which is a red giant, the brightest star in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldebaran",1,1,1 ], "magnitude: l|06; spectral type: K5; distance: 55 light years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aldebaran",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Taurus| It is situated close to the star cluster Hyades| Visual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aldermaston",1,1,1 ], "Weapons Research Establishment and starting point of the Aldermaston marches (1958-63)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aldermaston",1,1,1 ], "a village in S England, in Berkshire southwest of Reading: site of the Atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldermaston",1,1,1 ], "organized by the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alderney",1,1,1 ], "coast by a dangerous tidal channel (the Race of Alderney)|Pop|: 1686 (1971)| Area: 8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alderney",1,1,1 ], "one of the Channel Islands, in the English Channel: separated from the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alderney",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (3 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aldershot",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aldershot",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Hampshire: site of a large military camp| Pop|: 33,311" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldine",1,1,1 ], "relating to Aldus Manutius or to his editions of the classics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldine",1,2,1 ], "a book printed by the Aldine press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldine",1,2,2 ], "any of the several typefaces designed by Aldus Manutius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldis lamp",1,1,1 ], "a portable lamp used to transmit Morse code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldridge-Brownhills",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in N West Midlands: formed by the amalgamation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldridge-Brownhills",1,1,1 ], "neighbouring towns in 1966; coalmining| Pop|: 88,475 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aldus Manutius",1,1,1 ], "1450-1515, Italian printer, noted for his fine editions of the classics| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aldus Manutius",1,1,1 ], "introduced italic type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ald|",1,1,1 ], "Alderman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alecto",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Furies; the others are Megaera and Tisiphore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alekhine" ,1, 1, 1],"1892-1946, Russian chess player who lived in France; world champion",1). c_DEF([ "Aleksandropol",1,1,1 ], "the former name (from 1837 until after the Revolution) of Leninakan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleksandrovsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1921) of Zaporozhye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alem" ,1, 1, 1],"1547-1614, Spanish novelist, author of the picaresque novel",1). c_DEF([ "Alem" ,1, 1, 2],"an de Alfarache",1). c_DEF([ "Alemanni",1,1,1 ], "a West Germanic people who settled in the 4th century a|d| between the Rhine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alemanni",1,1,1 ], "the Main, and the Danube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alemannic",1,1,1,1 ], "Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alemannic",1,1,1,1 ], "the group of High German dialects spoken in Alsace, Switzerland, and SW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alemannic",1,1,1,2 ], "developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alemannic",1,1,1,2 ], "the language of the ancient Alemanni, from which these modern dialects have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alemannic",1,2,1 ], "descended from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alemannic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Alemanni, their speech, or the High German dialects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alembert" ,1, 1, 1],"1717-83, French mathematician, physicist, and rationalist philosopher, noted",1). c_DEF([ "Alembert" ,1, 1, 1],"for his contribution to Newtonian physics in",2). c_DEF([ "Alembert" ,1, 1, 2],"e de Dynamique",1). c_DEF([ "Alembert" ,1, 1, 3],"and for his collaboration with Diderot in editing the Encyclop''edie",1). c_DEF([ "Alencon lace",1,1,1 ], "an elaborate lace worked on a hexagonal mesh and used as a border, or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alencon lace",1,1,1 ], "machine-made copy of this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alencon",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW France: early lace-manufacturing centre| Pop|: 34,666 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleppo gall",1,1,1 ], "a type of nutgall occurring in oaks in W Asia and E Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleppo",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| French name: Alep (a!l$ep)| Arabic name: Haleb (h$a$:!l$eb)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aleppo",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in NW Syria: industrial and commercial centre| Pop|: 639,428" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alessandria",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Italy, in Piedmont| Pop|: 103,474 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleut",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people inhabiting the Aleutian Islands and SW Alaska, related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleut",1,1,1 ], "the Eskimos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aleut",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, related to Eskimo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleutian Islands",1,1,1 ], "Peninsula between the N Pacific and the Bering Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aleutian Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of over 150 volcanic islands, extending southwestwards from the Alaska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleutian",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aleutian",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to the Aleutian Islands, the Aleuts, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aleutian",1,2,1 ], "another word for Aleut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 1000 islands along the coast of SE Alaska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander I Island",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 378 km (235 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander I Island",1,1,1 ], "an island of Antarctica, west of Palmer Land, in the Bellingshausen Sea|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander I",1,1,1 ], "1080-1124, king of Scotland (1107-24), son of Malcolm III" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander I",1,1,2 ], "1777-1825, tsar of Russia (1801-25), who helped defeat Napoleon and formed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander I",1,1,2 ], "Holy Alliance (1815)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander II",1,1,1 ], "1198-1249, king of Scotland (1214-49), son of William I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander II",1,1,2 ], "1818-81, tsar of Russia (1855-81), son of Nicholas I, who emancipated the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander II",1,1,2 ], "serfs (1861)| He was assassinated by the Nihilists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander III",1,1,1 ], "1241-86, king of Scotland (1249-86), son of Alexander II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander III",1,1,2 ], "excommunicated Barbarossa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander III",1,1,2 ], "original name Orlando Bandinelli| died 1181, pope (1159-81), who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander III",1,1,3 ], "1845-94, tsar of Russia (1881-94), son of Alexander II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander Nevski",1,1,1 ], "1220-63, Russian prince and military leader, who defeated the Swedes at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander Nevski",1,1,1 ], "River Neva (1240) and the Teutonic knights at Lake Peipus (1242)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander VI",1,1,1 ], "Lucrezia Borgia, with whom he is said to have committed incest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander VI",1,1,1 ], "extravagance and immorality as well as for his patronage of the arts; father of Cesare and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander VI",1,1,1 ], "original name Rodrigo Borgia| 1431-1503, pope (1492-1503): noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander the Great",1,1,1 ], "356-323 b|c|, king of Macedon, who conquered Greece (336), Egypt (331), and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander the Great",1,1,1 ], "the Persian Empire (328), and founded Alexandria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander",1,1,1 ], "Earl Alexander of Tunis| 1891-1969, British field marshal in World War II, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander",1,1,1 ], "Sicily and Italy (1944-45); governor general of Canada (1946-52); British minister of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander",1,1,1 ], "defence (1952-54)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Alexander",1,1,1 ], "organized the retreat from Dunkirk and commanded the victories of North Africa (1943) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandra",1,1,1 ], "1844-1925, queen consort of Edward VII of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandretta",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Iskenderun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandria",1,1,1 ], "Iskandariyah" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandria",1,1,1 ], "founded by Alexander the Great (332 b|c|)|Pop|: 2,259,000 (1974 est|)| Arabic name: El" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandria",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Egypt, on the Nile Delta: cultural centre of ancient times," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Alexandria in Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Alexander the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrian",1,1,3 ], "flourished in Alexandria in the last three centuries b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrian",1,1,3 ], "relating to the Hellenistic philosophical, literary, and scientific ideas that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrian",1,1,4 ], "(of writers, literary works, etc|) erudite and imitative rather than original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrian",1,1,4 ], "or creative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Alexandria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrine",1,1,1 ], "a line of verse having six iambic feet, usually with a caesura after the third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrine",1,1,1 ], "foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandrine",1,2,1 ], "of, characterized by, or written in Alexandrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandropolis",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Greece, in W Thrace| Pop|: 22,995 (1971)| Former name (until the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexandropolis",1,1,1 ], "end of World War I): Dedeagach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alexis Mikhailovich",1,1,1 ], "1629-76, tsar of Russia (1645-76); father of Peter the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alexius I Comnenus",1,1,1 ], "1048-1118, ruler of the Byzantine Empire (1081-1118)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alfieri",1,1,1 ], "Count Vittorio (vit!t@$$:rjo)| 1749-1803, Italian dramatist and poet, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alfieri",1,1,1 ], "for his classical tragedies and political satires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alfonso XIII",1,1,1 ], "1886-1941, king of Spain (1886-1931), who was forced to abdicate on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alfonso XIII",1,1,1 ], "establishment of the republic in 1931" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alfred the Great",1,1,1 ], "849-99, king of Wessex (871-99) and overlord of England, who defeated the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alfred the Great",1,1,1 ], "Danes and encouraged learning and writing in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alfric",1,1,1 ], "called Grammaticus| 955-1020, English abbot, writer, and grammarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algeciras",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SW Spain, on the Strait of Gibraltar: scene of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algeciras",1,1,1 ], "conference of the Great Powers in 1906| Pop|: 81,662 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alger",1,1,1 ], "(1867)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alger",1,1,1 ], "1834-99, U|S| author of adventure stories for boys, including Ragged Dick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algeria",1,1,1 ], "Currency: dinar| Capital: Algiers| Pop|: 14,431,000 (1973 est|)| Area: about 2,382,800" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Algeria",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NW Africa, on the Mediterranean: became independent in 1962," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algeria",1,1,1 ], "after more than a century of French rule; consists chiefly of the N Sahara Desert," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Algeria",1,1,1 ], "gas| Official language: Arabic; French also widely spoken| Religion: Muslim|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Algeria",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (920,000 sq| miles)| French name: Algerie (al#fe!ri)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Algeria",1,1,1 ], "with the Atlas Mountains in the north, and contains rich deposits of oil and natural" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Algiers",1,1,1 ], "(al!#fe)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Algiers",1,1,1 ], "centre of piracy| Pop|: 903,533 (1966)| Arabic name: Al-Jezair | French name: Alger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Algiers",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Algeria, an ancient port on the Mediterranean; up to 1830 a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algol",1,1,1 ], "magnitude: 2|2-3|5; period: 68|8 hours; spectral type (brighter component): B8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Algol",1,1,1 ], "the second brightest star in Perseus, the first known eclipsing binary| Visual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonkian",1,2,1 ], "an obsolete term for Proterozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonkian",1,2,2 ], "a variant spelling of Algonquian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquian",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages whose speakers ranged over an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquian",1,1,1 ], "including Micmac, Mahican, Ojibwa, Fox, Blackfoot, Cheyenne, and Shawnee" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquian",1,1,1 ], "stretching from the Atlantic between Newfoundland and Delaware to the Rocky Mountains," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquian",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of the North American Indian peoples that speak one of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquian",1,1,2 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquian",1,2,1 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to this linguistic family or its speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquin Park",1,1,1 ], "7100 sq| km (2741 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquin Park",1,1,1 ], "a provincial park in S Canada, in E Ontario, containing over 1200 lakes| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquin",1,1,1 ], "Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers in Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquin",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living along the St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquin",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, a dialect of Ojibwa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Algonquin",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of Algonquian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alg|",1,1,1 ], "Algeria(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alhambra",1,1,1 ], "a citadel and palace in Granada built for the Moorish kings during the 13th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alhambra",1,1,1 ], "and 14th centuries: noted for its rich ornamentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ali Baba",1,1,1 ], "(in The Arabian Nights'' Entertainments) a poor woodcutter who discovers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ali Baba",1,1,1 ], "that the magic words open sesame will open the doors of the cave containing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ali Baba",1,1,1 ], "treasure of the Forty Thieves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ali Pasha",1,1,1 ], "(1787-1820), who was deposed and assassinated after intriguing against Turkey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ali Pasha",1,1,1 ], "called the Lion of Janina| 1741-1822, Turkish pasha and ruler of Albania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ali",1,1,1 ], "600-661 a|d|, fourth caliph of Islam (656-61 a|d|), considered the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ali",1,1,1 ], "caliph by the Shiites: cousin and son-in-law of Mohammed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ali",1,1,2 ], "Mehemet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alicante",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Spain: commercial centre| Pop|: 184,716 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alice Springs",1,1,1 ], "a town in Australia, in the Northern Territory, in the Macdonnell Ranges:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alice Springs",1,1,1 ], "capital of the former territory of Central Australia| Pop|: 13,400 (1975 est|)| Former" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alice Springs",1,1,1 ], "name (until 1931): Stuart" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alice-in-Wonderland",1,1,1 ], "fantastic; irrational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aligarh",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 252,314 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aligarh",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in W Uttar Pradesh, with a famous Muslim university (1920)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alkmaar",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Netherlands, in North Holland| Pop|: 60,375 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alkoran",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for the Koran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "All Black",1,1,1 ], "a member of the international Rugby Union football team of New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "All Fools' Day",1,1,1 ], "another name for April Fools' Day (see April fool)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "All Saints' Day",1,1,1 ], "a Christian festival celebrated on Nov| 1 to honour all the saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "All Souls' Day",1,1,1 ], "a day of prayer (Nov| 2) for the dead in purgatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allah",1,1,1 ], "the principal Muslim name for God; the one Supreme Being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allahabad",1,1,1 ], "Jumna Rivers: Hindu pilgrimage centre| Pop|: 490,622 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allahabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in SE Uttar Pradesh at the confluence of the Ganges and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allan-a-Dale",1,1,1 ], "(in English balladry) a member of Robin Hood's band who saved his sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allan-a-Dale",1,1,1 ], "from an enforced marriage and married her himself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allegheny Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia: part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allegheny Mountains",1,1,1 ], "of the Appalachian system; rising from 600 m (2000 ft|) to over 1440 m (4800 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allen" ,2, 1, 1],"1738-89, American soldier during the War of Independence who led the Green",1). c_DEF([ "Allen" ,2, 1, 1],"Mountain Boys of Vermont",2). c_DEF([ "Allen" ,2, 1, 2],"Woody",1). c_DEF([ "Allen" ,2, 1, 3],"original name Allen Stewart Konigsberg",1). c_DEF([ "Allen" ,2, 1, 4],"Bananas (1971), Play it again, Sam (1973), Sleeper (1973), and Annie Hall (1977), which",2). c_DEF([ "Allen" ,2, 1, 4],"born 1935, U|S| film comedian, screenwriter, and director: his films include",1). c_DEF([ "Allen" ,2, 1, 4],"he also directed",3). c_DEF([ "Allen",1,1,1 ], "10 sq| km (3|75 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allen",1,1,1 ], "Bog of| a region of peat bogs in central Ireland, west of Dublin| Area: over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allen",1,1,2 ], "Lough| a lake in Ireland, in county Leitrim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allenby",1,1,1 ], "1st Viscount Allenby| 1861-1936, British field marshal who commanded British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allenby",1,1,1 ], "forces in Palestine in World War I; high commissioner in Egypt (1919-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allende",1,1,1 ], "1908-73, Chilean Marxist politician; president of Chile from 1970 until 1973," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allende",1,1,1 ], "when the army seized power and he was killed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allentown",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Pennsylvania, on the Lehigh River| Pop|: 108,655 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alleppey",1,1,1 ], "a port in S India, in Kerala on the Malabar Coast| Pop|: 160,166 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allhallows",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for All Saints' Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allhallows",1,1,2 ], "Allhallows Eve| a less common name for Halloween" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allhallowtide",1,1,1 ], "the season of All Saints' Day (Allhallows)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allied",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Allies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allier",1,1,1 ], "386,489 (1975)| Area: 7382 sq| km (2879 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allier",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France, in Auvergne region| Capital: Moulins| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allier",1,1,2 ], "Loire| Length: over 403 km (250 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allier",1,1,2 ], "a river in S central France, rising in the Cevennes and flowing north to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allies",1,1,1 ], "(in World War I) the powers of the Triple Entente (France, Russia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allies",1,1,1 ], "Britain) together with the nations allied with them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Allies",1,1,2 ], "(in World War II) the countries that fought against the Axis and Japan| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Allies",1,1,2 ], "Union, France, and Poland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Allies",1,1,2 ], "main Allied powers were Britain and the Commonwealth countries, the U|S|, the Soviet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alloa",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central Scotland, in Fife region| Pop|: 14,110 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alloway",1,1,1 ], "a village in Scotland, south of Ayr: birthplace of Robert Burns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alma-Ata",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)| Former name (until 1927): Verny" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alma-Ata",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, the capital of the Kazakh SSR| Pop|: 836,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alma-Tadema",1,1,1 ], "Sir Lawrence| 1836-1912, Dutch-English painter of studies of Greek and Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alma-Tadema",1,1,1 ], "life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Almad",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Almad",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Spain: rich cinnabar mines, worked since Roman times| Pop|: 10,910" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almada",1,1,1 ], "Lisbon: statue of Christ 110 m (360 ft|) high, erected 1959| Pop|: 108,150 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Almada",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Portugal, on the S bank of the Tagus estuary opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almagest",1,1,1 ], "a work on astronomy compiled by Ptolemy in the 2nd century a|d| containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almagest",1,1,1 ], "description of the geocentric system of the universe and a star catalogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Almagest",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar medieval treatises on astrology, astronomy, or alchemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almelo",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Netherlands, in Overijssel province| Pop|: 59,821 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almera",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Spain| Pop|: 114,510 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almighty",1,1,1 ], "another name for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almohade",1,1,1 ], "Morocco in the 12th century as a reaction against the corrupt Almoravides and who ruled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Almohade",1,1,1 ], "Spain and all Maghrib from about 1147 to after 1213" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Almohade",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of puritanical Muslims, originally Berbers, who arose in S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almoravide",1,1,1 ], "a member of a fanatical people of Berber origin and Islamic faith, who founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Almoravide",1,1,1 ], "an empire in N Africa that spread over much of Spain in the 11th century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alnico",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of aluminium, nickel, and cobalt, used to make permanent magnets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alost",1,1,1 ], "Flemish name: Aalst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alost",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Belgium, in East Flanders province| Pop|: 46,659 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alpes Maritimes",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Nice| Pop|: 823,731 (1975)| Area: 4298 sq| km (1676 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alpes Maritimes",1,1,1 ], "a department of the SE corner of France in Provence-Cote-d'Azur region|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alpes-de-Haute-Provence",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 115,697 (1975)| Area: 6988 sq| km (2725 sq| miles)| Former name: Basses-Alpes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alpes-de-Haute-Provence",1,1,1 ], "a department of SE France in Provence-Cote-d'Azur region| Capital: Digne|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alpha Centauri",1,1,1 ], "(A), K1 (B); distance from earth: 4|3 light years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alpha Centauri",1,1,1 ], "a binary star that is the brightest in the constellation Centaurus and is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alpha Centauri",1,1,1 ], "second nearest star to the sun| Visual magnitude: 0|0 (A), 1|4 (B); spectral type: G4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alpha",1,1,1 ], "usually the brightest star in a constellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alpheus",1,1,1 ], "a river god, lover of the nymph Arethusa| She changed into a spring to evade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alpheus",1,1,1 ], "him, but he changed into a river and mingled with her" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alphonsus",1,1,1 ], "a crater in the SE quadrant of the moon, about 112 kilometres in diameter, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alphonsus",1,1,1 ], "which volcanic activity has been observed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alpine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Alps or their inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alpine",1,1,2 ], "during which the Alps were formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alpine",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an episode of mountain building in the Tertiary period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alps",1,1,1 ], "Austria to NW Yugoslavia| Highest peak: Mont Blanc, 4807 m (15,771 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S central Europe, extending over 1000 km (650 miles) from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alps",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean coast of France and NW Italy through Switzerland, N Italy, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alps",1,1,2 ], "a range of mountains in the NW quadrant of the moon, which is cut in two by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alps",1,1,2 ], "straight fracture, the Alpine Valley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alsace",1,1,1 ], "Alsatia|German name: Elsass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alsace",1,1,1 ], "a region and former province of NE France, between the Vosges mountains and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alsace",1,1,1 ], "the Rhine: famous for its wines| Area: 8296 sq| km (3203 sq| miles)| Ancient name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alsace-Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "an area of NE France, comprising the modern regions of Alsace and Lorraine:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alsace-Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "name: Elsass-Lothringen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alsace-Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "under German rule 1871-1919 and 1940-44| Area: 14,522 sq| km (5607 sq| miles)| German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatia",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Alsace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatia",1,1,2 ], "an area around Whitefriars, London, in the 17th century, which was a sanctuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatia",1,1,2 ], "for criminals and debtors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatian",1,1,1 ], "a large wolflike breed of dog often used as a guard or guide dog and by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatian",1,1,1 ], "police| U|S| name: German shepherd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatian",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Alsace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatian",1,1,3 ], "(in the 17th century) a criminal or debtor who took refuge in the Whitefriars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatian",1,1,3 ], "area of London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alsatian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Alsace or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altai Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Union| Highest peak: Belukha, 4506 m (14,783 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Altai Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of central Asia, in W Mongolia, W China, and the S Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altaic",1,1,1 ], "Mongolic, and Tungusic branches or subfamilies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Altaic",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages of Asia and SE Europe, consisting of the Turkic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altaic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to this linguistic family or its speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altair",1,1,1 ], "spectral type: A5; distance: 15|7 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Altair",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Aquilla| Visual magnitude: 0|9;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altamira",1,1,1 ], "a cave in N Spain, SW of Santander, noted for Old Stone Age wall drawings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alta|",1,1,1 ], "Alberta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altdorf",1,1,1 ], "Tell legend| Pop: 8647 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Altdorf",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Switzerland, capital of Uri canton: setting of the William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altdorfer",1,1,1 ], "1480-1538, German painter and engraver: one of the earliest landscape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altdorfer",1,1,1 ], "painters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Althing",1,1,1 ], "the bicameral parliament of Iceland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altiplano",1,1,1 ], "Peru: contains Lake Titicaca| Height: 3000 m (10,000 ft|) to 3900 m (13,000 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Altiplano",1,1,1 ], "a plateau of the Andes, covering two thirds of Bolivia and extending into S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altona",1,1,1 ], "a port in N West Germany: part of Hamburg since 1937" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Altrincham",1,1,1 ], "a residential town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 40,752 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alundum",1,1,1 ], "a hard material composed of fused alumina, used as an abrasive and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alundum",1,1,1 ], "refractory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Alva",1,1,1 ], "Portugal (1580)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Alva",1,1,1 ], "title of Fernando Alvarez de Toledo| 1508-82, Spanish general and statesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Alva",1,1,1 ], "who suppressed the Protestant revolt in the Netherlands (1567-72) and conquered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Am",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Amen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Am",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for americium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amagasaki",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in Japan, in W Honshu, on Osaka Bay| Pop|: 537,781 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amagasaki",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amalekite",1,1,1 ], "a member of a nomadic tribe descended from Esau (Genesis 36:12), dwelling in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amalekite",1,1,1 ], "defeated by Saul and destroyed by David (I Samuel 15-30)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amalekite",1,1,1 ], "the desert between Sinai and Canaan and hostile to the Israelites: they were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amalthea",1,1,1,1 ], "a nymph who brought up the infant Zeus on goat's milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amalthea",1,1,1,2 ], "the goat itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amap",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 143,716 sq| km (55,489 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amap",1,1,1 ], "a territory of N Brazil, on the Amazon delta| Capital: Macapa| Pop|: 114,359" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amarillo",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW Texas| Pop|: 129,808 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amaryllis",1,1,1 ], "(in pastoral poetry) a name for a shepherdess or country girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amati",1,1,1 ], "a family of Italian violin makers, active in Cremona in the 16th and 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amati",1,1,1 ], "centuries, esp| Nicolo (niko!l@$), 1596-1684, who taught Guarneri and Stradivari" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amati",1,1,2 ], "a violin or other stringed instrument made by any member of this family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amazon",1,1,1 ], "one of a race of women warriors of Scythia near the Black Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amazon",1,1,2 ], "one of a legendary tribe of female warriors of South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amazon",1,1,3 ], "any tall, strong, or aggressive woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amazon",2,1,1 ], "5,827,500 sq| km (2,250,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Amazon",2,1,1 ], "a river in South America, rising in the Peruvian Andes and flowing east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amazon",2,1,1 ], "for 3700 km (2300 miles)| Length: over 6440 km (4000 miles)| Area of basin: over" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amazon",2,1,1 ], "through N Brazil to the Atlantic: in volume, the largest river in the world; navigable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amazonas",1,1,1 ], "a state of W Brazil, consisting of the central Amazon basin: vast areas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amazonas",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (595,474 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amazonas",1,1,1 ], "unexplored tropical rain-forest| Capital: Manaus| Pop|: 955,235 (1970)| Area: 1,542,277" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ambala",1,1,1 ], "Indian civilization| Pop|: 102,493 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ambala",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in Haryana: site of archaeological remains of a prehistoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amboina",1,1,1 ], "(386 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amboina",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, in the Moluccas| Capital: Amboina| Area: 1000 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amboina",1,1,2 ], "a port in the Moluccas, the capital of Amboina Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amboise",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW central France, on the River Loire: famous castle, a former royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amboise",1,1,1 ], "residence| Pop|: 8000 (1968 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ambrose",1,1,1 ], "340-397 a|d|, bishop of Milan; built up the secular power of the early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ambrose",1,1,1 ], "Christian Church; also wrote music and Latin hymns| Feast day: Dec| 7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amen",1,1,1 ], "a local Theban god, having a ram's head and symbolizing life and fertility," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amen",1,1,1 ], "identified by the Egyptians with the national deity Amen-Ra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amen-Ra",1,1,1 ], "the sun-god; the principle deity during the period of Theban hegemony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amenhotep III",1,1,1 ], "Greek name Amenophis|1411-1375 b|c|, Egyptian pharaoh who expanded Egypt's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amenhotep III",1,1,1 ], "influence by peaceful diplomacy and erected many famous buildings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amenhotep IV",1,1,1 ], "the original name of Akhenaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "America",1,1,1 ], "short for the United States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "America",1,1,2 ], "the American continent, including North, South, and Central America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "America's Cup",1,1,1 ], "an international yachting trophy, first won by the schooner America in 1851" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "America's Cup",1,1,1 ], "and since then held as a challenge trophy by the New York Yacht Club" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American Beauty",1,1,1 ], "a variety of hybrid perennial rose bearing large long-stemmed purplish-red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Beauty",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American Expeditionary Forces",1,1,1 ], "the troops sent to Europe by the U|S| during World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Federation of Labor",1,1,1 ], "amalgamated with the Congress of Industrial Organizations in 1955" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American Federation of Labor",1,1,1 ], "the first permanent national labour movement in America, founded in 1886| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Indian Movement",1,1,1 ], "a militant movement or grouping of American Indians, organized in 1968 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Indian Movement",1,1,1 ], "combat discrimination, injustice, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American Indian",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the indigenous peoples of North, Central, or South America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Indian",1,1,1 ], "having Mongoloid affinities, notably straight black hair and a yellow to brown skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American Indian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to any of these peoples, their languages, or their cultures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Revolution",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for War of American Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Samoa",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 197 sq| km (76 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American Samoa",1,1,1 ], "the part of Samoa administered by the U|S| Capital: Pago Pago| Pop|: 27,769" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Standard Version",1,1,1 ], "a revised version of the Authorized (King James) Version of the Bible," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American Standard Version",1,1,1 ], "published by a committee of American scholars in 1901" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American aloe",1,1,1 ], "another name for century plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American chameleon",1,1,1 ], "another name for anole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American cheese",1,1,1 ], "a type of smooth hard white or yellow cheese similar to a mild Cheddar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American cloth",1,1,1 ], "a glazed or waterproofed cotton cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American eagle",1,1,1 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American eagle",1,1,1 ], "another name for bald eagle, esp| when depicted as the national emblem of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American football",1,1,1 ], "a team game similar to rugby, with 11 players on each side| Forward passing is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American football",1,1,1 ], "allowed and planned strategies and formations for play are decided during the course of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American football",1,1,1 ], "the game" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "American football",1,1,2 ], "the oval-shaped inflated ball used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American plan",1,1,1 ], "a hotel rate in which the charge includes meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American trypanosomiasis",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chagas' disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American",1,1,1 ], "of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "American",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the United States of America, its inhabitants, or their form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the American continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the American Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American",1,2,1 ], "a native or citizen of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of any country of North, Central, or South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "American",1,2,3 ], "the English language as spoken or written in the United States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Americana",1,1,1 ], "objects, such as books, documents, relics, etc|, relating to America, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Americana",1,1,1 ], "the form of a collection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Americanism",1,1,1 ], "a custom, linguistic usage, or other feature peculiar to or characteristic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Americanism",1,1,1 ], "the United States, its people, or their culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Americanism",1,1,2 ], "loyalty to the United States, its people, customs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Americanist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies some aspect of America, such as its history or languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Americanize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become American in outlook, attitudes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amerindian" ,1, 2, 1],"another word for American Indian",1). c_DEF([ "Amersfoort",1,1,1 ], "a town in the central Netherlands, in E Utrecht province| Pop|: 79,876 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amersfoort",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amer|",1,1,1 ], "America(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amfortas",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval legend) the leader of the knights of the Holy Grail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amhara",1,1,1 ], "a province of NW Ethiopia: formerly a kingdom| Capital: Goudar| Area: 197,448" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amhara",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (76,235 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amhara",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of the former kingdom of Amhara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amharic",1,1,1 ], "the Afro-Asiatic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amharic",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Ethiopia, belonging to the SE Semitic subfamily of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amharic",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amherst",1,1,1 ], "(1758-60): governor general of British North America (1761-63)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amherst",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Amherst| 1717-97, British general who defeated the French in Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amidol",1,1,1 ], "a grey to colourless soluble crystalline solid that is used as a photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amidol",1,1,1 ], "developer; 2,4-diaminophenol dihydrochloride| Formula: C6H3(NH\2)2(OH)|2HCl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amiens",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 135,992 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amiens",1,1,1 ], "a city in N France: its Gothic cathedral is the largest church in France|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amin",1,1,1 ], "the official name for (Lake)Edward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amin",2,1,1 ], "born 1925, Ugandan soldier dictator and head of state since 1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amis",1,1,1 ], "Jim (1954)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amis",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, English novelist and poet, noted esp| for his satirical novel Lucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amish",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a U|S| Mennonite sect that traces its origin to Jakob Amman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amish",1,2,1 ], "the Amish people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amman",1,1,1 ], "Ammonites, rebuilt by Ptolemy in the 3rd century b|c| Pop|: 598,000 (1974 est|)| Ancient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amman",1,1,1 ], "names: Rabbath Ammon, Philadelphia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amman",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Jordan, northeast of the Dead Sea: ancient capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ammon",1,1,1 ], "the ancestor of the Ammonites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ammon",2,1,1 ], "Zeus and by the Romans with Jupiter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ammon",2,1,1 ], "the classical name of the Egyptian god Amen, identified by the Greeks with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ammonites",1,1,1 ], "Israelites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ammonites",1,1,1 ], "a nomadic tribe living east of the Jordan: a persistent enemy of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Amen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amos",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the 8th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amos",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amoy",1,1,1 ], "(1842)| Pop|: 224,300 (1953)| Modern Chinese name: Hsia-men" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amoy",1,1,1 ], "Chiu-lung River opposite Taiwan: one of the first treaty ports opened to European trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amoy",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE China, in Fukien province on Amoy Island, at the mouth of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amoy",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Chinese spoken in Amoy, Taiwan, and elsewhere: a Min dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amp",1,1,1 ], "1775-1836, French physicist and mathematician, who made major discoveries in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amp",1,1,1 ], "the fields of magnetism and electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amphitrite",1,1,1 ], "a sea goddess, wife of Poseidon and mother of Triton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amphitryon",1,1,1 ], "the grandson of Perseus and husband of Alcmene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amravati",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Former name: Amraoti " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amravati",1,1,1 ], "a town in central India, in NE Maharashtra: cotton centre| Pop|: 193,636" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amritsar",1,1,1 ], "407,628 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amritsar",1,1,1 ], "a city in India, in NW Punjab: centre of the Sikh religion; site of a massacre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amritsar",1,1,1 ], "in 1919 of unarmed supporters of Indian self-government by British troops| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amsterdam",1,1,1 ], "islands within a network of canals| Pop|: 764 382 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amsterdam",1,1,1 ], "on the IJsselmeer, connected with the North Sea by canal: built on about 100" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amsterdam",1,1,1 ], "the commercial capital of the Netherlands, a major industrial centre and port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amu Darya",1,1,1 ], "(1500 miles)| Ancient name: Oxus" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Amu Darya",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Asia, rising in the Pamirs and flowing northwest through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amu Darya",1,1,1 ], "forms much of the boundary between Afghanistan and the Soviet Union| Length: 2400 km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amu Darya",1,1,1 ], "the Hindu Kush and across Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan to its delta in the Aral Sea:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amundsen Sea",1,1,1 ], "a part of the South Pacific Ocean, in Antarctica off Byrd Land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amundsen",1,1,1 ], "1872-1928, Norwegian explorer and navigator, who was the first man to reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amundsen",1,1,1 ], "the South Pole (1911)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amur",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union| Length: about 4350 km (2700 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Amur",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE Asia, rising in N Mongolia as the Argun and flowing southeast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Amur",1,1,1 ], "then northeast to the Sea of Okhotsk: forms the boundary between Manchuria and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Amytal",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline compound used as a sedative and hypnotic; amobarbital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Am|",1,1,1 ], "America(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Am|M|I|E|E|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Associate Member of the Institution of Electrical Engineers",1). c_DEF([ "An",1,1,1 ], "the Sumerian sky god| Babylonian counterpart: Anu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "An",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for actinon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anabaptist",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various 16th-century Protestant movements that rejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anabaptist",1,1,1 ], "communism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anabaptist",1,1,1 ], "infant baptism, insisted that adults be rebaptized, and sought to establish Christian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anabaptist",1,1,2 ], "a member of a later Protestant sect holding the same doctrines, esp| with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anabaptist",1,1,2 ], "regard to baptism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anabaptist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to these movements or sects or their doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anacreon",1,1,1 ], "572-488 b|c|, Greek lyric poet, noted for his short songs celebrating love and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anacreon",1,1,1 ], "wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anacreontic" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "Anacreontic" ,1, 1, 2],"in the manner of Anacreon",1). c_DEF([ "Anacreontic" ,1, 1, 3],"(of verse) in praise of love or wine; amatory or convivial",1). c_DEF([ "Anacreontic" ,1, 2, 1],"an Anacreontic poem",1). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 7703 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,1 ], "a town in the Soviet Union, in NE Siberia at the mouth of the Anadyr River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range in the Soviet Union, in NE Siberia, rising over 1500 m (5000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,2 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,3 ], "a river in the Soviet Union, rising in mountains on the Arctic Circle, south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,3 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,3 ], "of the Anadyr Range, and flowing east to the Gulf of Anadyr| Length: 725 km (450" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anadyr",1,1,4 ], "Gulf of| an inlet of the Bering Sea, off the coast of the NE Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anaheim",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW California: site of Disneyland| Pop|: 186,842 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anam",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Annam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anambra",1,1,1 ], "Enugu| Pop|: 2,469,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 21,189 sq| km (8179 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anambra",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of East-Central State| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ananias",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish Christian of Jerusalem who was struck dead for lying (Acts 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ananias",1,1,2 ], "a liar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anapurna",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Annapurna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anastasia",1,1,1 ], "1901-1918, daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, believed to have been executed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anastasia",1,1,1 ], "Bolsheviks in 1918, although several women subsequently claimed to be her" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolia",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean, and the Aegean: consists of a plateau, largely mountainous, with salt lakes in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolia",1,1,1 ], "the Asian part of Turkey, occupying the peninsula between the Black Sea, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolia",1,1,1 ], "the interior| Historical name: Asia Minor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Anatolia or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolian",1,1,2 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to an ancient family of languages related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolian",1,1,2 ], "to the Indo-European family and including Hittite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolian",1,2,1 ], "this family of languages, sometimes regarded as a branch of Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anatolian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Anatolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anaxagoras",1,1,1 ], "500-428 b|c|, Greek philosopher who maintained that all things were composed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anaxagoras",1,1,1 ], "of minute particles arranged by an eternal intelligence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anaximander",1,1,1 ], "611-547 b|c|, Greek philosopher, astronomer, and mathematician who believed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anaximander",1,1,1 ], "the first principle of the world to be the Infinite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anaximenes",1,1,1 ], "6th century b|c|, Greek philosopher who believed air to be the primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anaximenes",1,1,1 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anchises",1,1,1 ], "a Trojan prince and father of Aeneas| In the Aeneid, he is rescued by his son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anchises",1,1,1 ], "at the fall of Troy and dies in Sicily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anchorage",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 48,029 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anchorage",1,1,1 ], "the largest city in Alaska, a port in the south, at the head of Cook Inlet|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ancient Greek",1,1,1 ], "dialect areas of which were Aeolic, Arcadic, Doric, and Ionic (including Attic)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ancient Greek",1,1,1 ], "the Greek language from the earliest records to about 300 b|c|, the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ancient of Days",1,1,1 ], "God (Daniel 7:9)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ancohuma",1,1,1 ], "one of the two peaks of (Mount)Sorata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ancona",1,1,1 ], "a port in Central Italy, on the Adriatic, capital of the Marches region:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ancona",1,1,1 ], "founded by Greeks from Syracuse in about 390 b|c|Pop|: 107,213 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andalusia",1,1,1 ], "87,280 sq| km (33,700 sq| miles)| Spanish name: Andalucia " ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Andalusia",1,1,1 ], "Morena in the north, the Sierra Nevada in the southeast, and the Guadalquivir River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andalusia",1,1,1 ], "a region of S Spain, on the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, with the Sierra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andalusia",1,1,1 ], "flowing over fertile lands between them; a centre of Moorish civilization| Area: about" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Andaman Islands",1,1,1 ], "Andaman and Nicobar Islands| Area: 6475 sq| km (2500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andaman Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the E Bay of Bengal, part of the Indian territory of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andaman Sea",1,1,1 ], "Malay Peninsula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andaman Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the Bay of Bengal, between the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andaman and Nicobar Islands",1,1,1 ], "200 islands| Capital: Port Blair| Pop|: 115,133 (1971)| Area: 8140 sq| km (3143 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andaman and Nicobar Islands",1,1,1 ], "a territory of India, in the E Bay of Bengal, consisting of two groups of over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andaman and Nicobar Islands",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Andean",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the Andes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anderlecht",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Belgium, a suburb of Brussels| Pop|: 103,796 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andersen",1,1,1 ], "1805-75, Danish author of fairy tales, including The Ugly Duckling, The Tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andersen",1,1,1 ], "Soldier, and The Snow Queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",1,1,1 ], "(360 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",1,1,1 ], "Great Bear Lake and flowing west and north to the Beaufort Sea| Length: about 580 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Canada, in the Northwest Territories, rising in lakes north of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",2,1,1 ], "Carl David| born 1905, U|S| physicist, who discovered the positron in cosmic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",2,1,1 ], "rays (1932): Nobel prize for physics 1936" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",2,1,2 ], "Elizabeth Garrett| 1836-1917, English physician and feminist: a campaigner for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",2,1,2 ], "the admission of women to the professions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",2,1,3 ], "Marian| born 1902, U|S| contralto, the first Negro permanent member of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anderson",2,1,3 ], "Metropolitan Opera Company, New York" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anderssen",1,1,1 ], "1818-79, German chess player: noted for the incisiveness of his combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anderssen",1,1,1 ], "play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andes",1,1,1 ], "a major mountain system of South America, extending for about 7250 km (4500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andes",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Andes",1,1,1 ], "miles) along the entire W coast, with several parallel ranges or cordilleras and many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andes",1,1,1 ], "nitrates| Average height: 3900 m (13,000 ft|)| Highest peak: Aconcagua, 6850 m (22,835" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Andes",1,1,1 ], "volcanic peaks: rich in minerals, including gold, silver, copper, iron ore, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Andhra Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "274,540 sq| km (106,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Andhra Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE India, on the Bay of Bengal: formed in 1953 from parts of Madras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andhra Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "and Hyderabad states| Capital: Hyderabad| Pop|: 43,502,708 (1971)| Area: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andizhan",1,1,1 ], "6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andizhan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E Uzbek SSR| Pop|: 215,000 (1975 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra La Vella",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| French name: Andorre la Vieille (ad@$r la !vj$ej)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra La Vella",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Andorra, situated in the west of the principality| Pop|: 2000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 20,550 (1971)| Area: 453 sq| km (175 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra",1,1,1 ], "Roman Catholic| Currency: French franc and Spanish peseta| Capital: Andorra la Vella|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra",1,1,1 ], "Spanish bishop of Urgel since 1278| Languages: Catalan, French, and Spanish| Religion:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous coprincipality in SW Europe, between France and Spain: according" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra",1,1,1 ], "fight the Moors; under the joint sovereignty of the president of France and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Andorra",1,1,1 ], "to tradition, given independence by Charlemagne in the 9th century for helping to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andr",1,1,1 ], "1751-80, British major who was hanged as a spy for conspiring with Benedict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andr",1,1,1 ], "Arnold during the War of American Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andreanof Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1432 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andreanof Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the central Aleutian Islands, Alaska| Area: 3710 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andreotti",1,1,1 ], "born 1919, Italian statesman prime minister of Italy (1972-73; since 1976)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andrew",1,1,1 ], "Scotland| Feast day: Nov| 30" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andrew",1,1,1 ], "one of the twelve apostles of Jesus; the brother of Peter; patron saint of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andrewes",1,1,1 ], "1555-1626, English bishop and theologian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andrews",1,1,1 ], "1813-85, Irish physical chemist, noted for his work on the liquefaction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andrews",1,1,1 ], "gases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Androcles",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman legend) a slave whose life was spared in the arena by a lion from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Androcles",1,1,1 ], "whose paw he had once extracted a thorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andromache",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Hector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 2, 1],"Galaxy, a spiral galaxy 2|2 million light years away|An_nun_ci_a_tion",3). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 2, 1],"a constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Cassiopeia and Pegasus, the",1). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 2, 1],"three brightest stars being of the second magnitude| It contains the ,Andromeda",2). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 3, 1],"New Testament",1). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 3, 2],"(Luke 1:26-38)",2). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 3, 2],"the announcement of the Incarnation by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary",1). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 3, 3],"Also called: Annunciation Day",1). c_DEF([ "Andromeda" ,2, 3, 4],"the festival commemorating this, held on March 25 (Lady Day)",1). c_DEF([ "Andromeda",1,1,1 ], "monster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andromeda",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of Cassiopeia and wife of Perseus, who saved her from a sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andros",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Aegean Sea, the northernmost of the Cyclades: long famous for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andros",1,1,1 ], "wine| Capital: Andros| Pop|: 10,457 (1971)| Area: about 311 sq| km (120 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andros",1,1,2 ], "Area: 4144 sq| km (1600 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andros",1,1,2 ], "an island in the N West Indies, the largest of the Bahamas| Pop|: 8845 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andrsy",1,1,1 ], "Count Gyula | 1823-90, Hungarian statesman; the first prime minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Andrsy",1,1,1 ], "Hungary under the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary (1867)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Andvari",1,1,1 ], "a dwarf who possessed a treasure hoard, which was robbed by Loki" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "And|",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Andorra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aneto",1,1,1 ], "Pyrenees|Height: 3404 m (11,168 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aneto",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N Spain, near the French border: the highest in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angara",1,1,1 ], "(1300 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Angara",1,1,1 ], "a river in the S Soviet Union, in Siberia, flowing from Lake Baikal north and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angara",1,1,1 ], "west to the Yenisei River: important for hydroelectric power| Length: about 2100 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angarsk",1,1,1 ], "Irkutsk| Pop|: 228,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angarsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SE Soviet Union, in the southern RSFSR northwest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angel Falls",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall in SE Venezuela, on the Caroni River| Height (probably the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angel Falls",1,1,1 ], "in the world): 979 m (3211 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angeleno",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Los Angeles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angelic Doctor",1,1,1 ], "an epithet of Saint Thomas Aquinas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angelico",1,1,1 ], "Italian fresco painter and Dominican friar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angelico",1,1,1 ], "original name Guido di Pietromonastic name Fra Giovanni da Fiesole| 1400-1455," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angell",1,1,1 ], "Illusion (1910): Nobel peace prize 1933" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Angell",1,1,1 ], "Sir Norman| original name Ralph Norman Angell Lane| 1874-1967, English writer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angell",1,1,1 ], "pacifist, and economist, noted for his work on the economic futility of war, The Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angelus",1,1,1 ], "a series of prayers recited in the morning, at midday, and in the evening," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angelus",1,1,1 ], "commemorating the Annunciation and Incarnation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angelus",1,1,2 ], "the bell (Angelus bell) signalling the times of these prayers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angers",1,1,1 ], "a city in W France, on the River Maine| Pop|: 142,966 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angevin",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Anjou" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angevin",1,1,2 ], "Anjou, esp| one of the kings of England from Henry II to Richard II (1154-1216)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angevin",1,1,2 ], "a member of the Plantagenet royal line descended from Geoffrey, Count of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angevin",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Anjou or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angevin",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Plantagenet kings of England between 1154 and 1216" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angkor",1,1,1 ], "a large area of ruins in NW Cambodia, containing Angkor Thom (t@$$:m), the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angkor",1,1,1 ], "capital of the former Khmer Empire, and Angkor Wat (w$At), a three-storey temple, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angkor",1,1,1 ], "were overgrown with dense jungle from the 14th to 19th centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Angle",1,1,1 ], "a member of a West Germanic people from N Germany who invaded and settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angle",1,1,1 ], "large parts of E and N England in the 5th and 6th centuries a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglesey",1,1,1 ], "an island and, until 1974, a county of N Wales, now part of Gwynedd, separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglesey",1,1,1 ], "from the mainland by the Menai Strait| Pop|: 59,705 (1971)| Area: 714 sq| km (276" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglesey",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anglia",1,1,1 ], "a Latin name for England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Angles or to the Anglian dialects of Old English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglian",1,2,1 ], "north of England, divided into Mercian and Northumbrian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglian",1,2,1 ], "the group of Old and Middle English dialects spoken in the Midlands and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican Church",1,1,1 ], "any Church of the Anglican Communion or the Anglican Communion itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican Communion",1,1,1 ], "Ireland, the Episcopal Church in Scotland, the Church in Wales, the Episcopal Church in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican Communion",1,1,1 ], "a group of Christian Churches including the Church of England, the Church of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican Communion",1,1,1 ], "other" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican Communion",1,1,1 ], "the U|S|, and certain other Churches, all of which are in full communion with each" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the Anglican communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican",1,2,1 ], "a member of the Church of England or one of the Churches in full communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglican",1,2,1 ], "with it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglicanism",1,1,1 ], "Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglicanism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine and practice of the Church of England and other Anglican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglice",1,1,1 ], "in English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglicism",1,1,1 ], "England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglicism",1,1,1 ], "a word, phrase, or idiom peculiar to the English language, esp| as spoken in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglicism",1,1,2 ], "an English attitude, mannerism, custom, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglicism",1,1,3 ], "the fact or quality of being English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglicist",1,1,1 ], "an expert in or student of English literature or language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting English or England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-American",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to relations between England and the United States or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-American",1,1,1 ], "peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-American",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant or citizen of the United States who was or whose ancestors were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-American",1,2,1 ], "born in England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Catholic",1,1,1 ], "Communion that emphasizes the Catholic elements in its teaching and practice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Catholic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a group within the Church of England or the Anglican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Catholic",1,2,1 ], "a member of this group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-French",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to England and France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-French",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Anglo-French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-French",1,2,1 ], "the Norman-French language of medieval England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Indian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to England and India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Indian",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to Anglo-Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Indian",1,1,3 ], "(of a word) introduced into English from an Indian language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Indian",1,2,1 ], "a person of mixed British and Indian descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Indian",1,2,2 ], "an Englishman who lives or has lived for a long time in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Irish",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by the; functioning as pl|) the inhabitants of Ireland of English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Irish",1,1,1 ], "birth or descent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Irish",1,1,2 ], "the English language as spoken in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Irish",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Anglo-Irish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Irish",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to English and Irish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Irish",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to the English language as spoken in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Norman",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Norman",1,1,1 ], "relating to the Norman conquerors of England, their society, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Norman",1,2,1 ], "a Norman inhabitant of England after 1066" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Norman",1,2,2 ], "the Anglo-French language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the West Germanic tribes (Angles, Saxons, and Jutes) that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,1,1 ], "conquest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,1,1 ], "settled in Britain from the 5th century a|d| and were dominant until the Norman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,1,2 ], "the language of these tribes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,1,3 ], "affiliations are those common to Britain and the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,1,3 ], "any White person whose native language is English and whose cultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,1,4 ], "plain blunt English, esp| English containing taboo words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,2,1 ], "forming part of the Germanic element in Modern English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Anglo-Saxons or the Old English language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to the White Protestant culture of Britain and the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglo-Saxon",1,2,4 ], "(of English speech or writing) plain and blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglomania",1,1,1 ], "excessive respect for English customs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglophile",1,1,1 ], "a person having admiration for England or the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglophobe",1,1,1 ], "a person who hates or fears England or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglophone",1,1,1 ], "a person who speaks English, esp| a native speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anglophone",1,2,1 ], "speaking English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angl|",1,1,1 ], "Anglican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angola",1,1,1 ], "(481,351 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Angola",1,1,1 ], "1975| It consists of a narrow coastal plain with a large fertile plateau in the east|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Angola",1,1,1 ], "Currency: kwanza| Capital: Luanda| Pop|: 5,673,046 (1970)| Area: 1,246,693 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Angola",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SW Africa, on the Atlantic: includes the enclave of Cabinda," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angola",1,1,1 ], "north of the River Congo; a Portuguese colony from 1575 until its independence in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angora cat",1,1,1 ], "a former long-haired variety of cat, similar to the Persian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angora goat",1,1,1 ], "a breed of domestic goat with long soft hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angora rabbit",1,1,1 ], "a breed of rabbit with long usually white silky hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angora",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1930) of Ankara|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angora",1,1,2 ], "short for Angora cat, Angora goat, or Angora rabbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angostura",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1764-1846) for Ciudad Bolivar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angra do Heroismo",1,1,1 ], "a port in the Azores, on Terceira Island| Pop|: 40,362 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anguilla",1,1,1 ], "an island in the West Indies, in the Leeward Islands: part of the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anguilla",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anguilla",1,1,1 ], "territory of St| Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla| Pop|: 5500 (1970 est|); area: 90 sq| km (35 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Angus Og",1,1,1 ], "the god of love and beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Angus",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of E Scotland, now part of Tayside region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anhalt",1,1,1 ], "a former state of central Germany, now part of West Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anhwei",1,1,1 ], "35,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 13,986 sq| km (54,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anhwei",1,1,1 ], "a province of E China, crossed by the Yangtze River| Capital: Hofei| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aniakchak",1,1,1 ], "an active volcanic crater in SW Alaska, on the Alaska Peninsula: the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aniakchak",1,1,1 ], "explosion crater in the world| Height: 1347 m (4420 ft|)| Diameter: 9 km (6 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anjou",1,1,1 ], "France in 1480" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Anjou",1,1,1 ], "a former province of W France, in the Loire valley: a medieval countship from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anjou",1,1,1 ], "the 10th century, belonging to the English crown from 1154 until 1204; annexed by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ankara",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Ancient name: Ancyra|Former name (until 1930): Angora" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ankara",1,1,1 ], "capital in the 3rd century b|c|, in the Celtic kingdom of Galatia| Pop|: 1,701,004" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ankara",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Turkey, an ancient city in the Anatolian highlands: first a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anking",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, capital of Anhwei province, on the Yangtze River: famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anking",1,1,1 ], "seven-storeyed pagoda| Pop|: 105,300 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ann Arbor",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Michigan: seat of the University of Michigan| Pop|: 104,791 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ann Arbor",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Annaba",1,1,1 ], "(1966)| Former name: Bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Annaba",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Algeria: site of the Roman city of Hippo Regius| Pop|: 152,006" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annam",1,1,1 ], "(1884-1945) of E Indochina: now part of Vietnam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Annam",1,1,1 ], "a former kingdom (3rd cent|-1428), empire (1428-1884), and French protectorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annamese",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Annam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annamese",1,3,1 ], "a former word for Vietnamese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annapolis Royal",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Canada in W Nova Scotia on an arm of the Bay of Fundy: the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annapolis Royal",1,1,1 ], "settlement in Canada (1605)| Pop|: 758 (1971)| Former name (until 1710): Park Royal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Annapolis",1,1,1 ], "site of the U|S| Naval Academy| Pop|: 29,592 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Annapolis",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Maryland, near the mouth of the Severn River on Chesapeake Bay:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annapurna",1,1,1 ], "a massif of the Himalayas, in Nepal| Highest peak: 8078 m (26,502 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anne of Austria",1,1,1 ], "1601-66, wife of Louis XIII of France and daughter of Philip III of Spain:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anne of Austria",1,1,1 ], "regent of France (1643-61) for her son Louis XIV" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anne of Bohemia",1,1,1 ], "1366-94, queen consort of Richard II of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anne of Cleves",1,1,1 ], "1515-57, the fourth wife of Henry VIII of England, whose marriage (1540) was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anne of Cleves",1,1,1 ], "annulled after six months" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anne",1,1,1 ], "Princess| born 1950, daughter of Elizabeth II of England; noted also as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anne",1,1,1 ], "horsewoman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anne",1,1,2 ], "James II, and the last of the Stuart monarchs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anne",1,1,2 ], "Queen| 1665-1714, queen of Great Britain and Ireland (1702-14), daughter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anne",1,1,3 ], "Saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anne",1,1,4 ], "(in Christian tradition) the mother of the Virgin Mary| Feast day: July 26" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annecy",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in E France, on Lake Annecy| Pop|: 54,954 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Annecy",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in E France, in the Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anniversary Day",1,1,1 ], "another name for Australia Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anschluss",1,1,1 ], "(1938)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anschluss",1,1,1 ], "a political or economic union, esp| the annexation of Austria by Nazi Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anselm",1,1,1 ], "1033-1109, Italian Benedictine monk; archbishop of Canterbury (1093-1109): one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anselm",1,1,1 ], "of the founders of scholasticism; author of Cur Deus Homo Feast day: Aug| 21" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ansermet",1,1,1 ], "1883-1969, Swiss orchestral conductor principal conductor of Diaghilev's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ansermet",1,1,1 ], "Ballet Russe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anshan",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in Liaoning province| Pop|: 1,050,000 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anshan",1,1,2 ], "an ancient city and region in Persia, associated with Elam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antabuse",1,1,1 ], "a drug used in the treatment of alcoholism that acts by inducing nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antabuse",1,1,1 ], "following ingestion of alcohol; tetraethylthiuram disulphide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antaeus",1,1,1 ], "an African giant who was invincible as long as he touched the ground, but was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antaeus",1,1,1 ], "lifted into the air by Hercules and crushed to death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antakiya",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic name for Antioch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antakya",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for Antioch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antalya" ,1, 1, 1],"a port in SW Turkey, on the Gulf of Antalya",1). c_DEF([ "Antalya" ,1, 1, 2],"Pop|: 130,774 (1975",1). c_DEF([ "Antalya" ,1, 2, 1],"the gaming stake put up before the deal in poker by the players",1). c_DEF([ "Antalya" ,1, 2, 2],"a sum of money representing a person's share, as in a syndicate",1). c_DEF([ "Antalya" ,1, 3, 1],"to place (one's stake) in poker",1). c_DEF([ "Antalya" ,1, 3, 2],"(usually foll| by up) Informal, chiefly U|S",1). c_DEF([ "Antalya" ,1, 3, 3],"to pay",1). c_DEF([ "Antananarivo",1,1,1 ], "another name for Tananarive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Palmer Archipelago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Circle",1,1,1 ], "degrees 32'' S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Circle",1,1,1 ], "the imaginary circle around the earth, parallel to the equator, at latitude 66" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "the sea surrounding Antarctica, consisting of the most southerly parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "(until 1964): Palmer Peninsula" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "consists of Graham Land in the north and the Palmer Peninsula in the south| Former name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "the largest peninsula of Antarctica, between the Weddell Sea and the Pacific:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic",1,1,1 ], "the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the south polar regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctica",1,1,1 ], "1800-3000 m (6000 ft| to 10,000 ft|) above sea level, and mountain ranges rising to 4500" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctica",1,1,1 ], "a continent around the South Pole: consists of an ice-covered plateau," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctica",1,1,1 ], "and human settlement is confined to research stations" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Antarctica",1,1,1 ], "m (15,000 ft|) with some volcanic peaks; average temperatures all below freezing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antares",1,1,1 ], "Visual magnitude: 1|2 (red), 6|8 (green); spectral type: MO (red); distance: 250 light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antares",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Scorpius| It is a variable binary star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antares",1,1,1 ], "whose main component, a red supergiant, is associated with a fainter green component|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antares",1,1,1 ], "years" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Anthony of Padua",1,1,1 ], "1195-1231, Franciscan friar, who preached in France and Italy| Feast day: June" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anthony of Padua",1,1,1 ], "13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anthony",1,1,1 ], "251-356 a|d|, Egyptian hermit, commonly regarded as the founder of Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anthony",1,1,1 ], "monasticism| Feast day: Jan| 17" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anti-Corn Law League",1,1,1 ], "an organization founded in 1839 by Richard Cobden and John Bright to oppose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anti-Corn Law League",1,1,1 ], "the Corn Laws, which were repealed in 1846" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anti-Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range running north and south between Syria and Lebanon, east of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anti-Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "the Lebanon Mountains| Highest peak: Mount Hermon, 279 m (9232 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antibes",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 56,309 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antibes",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE France, on the Mediterranean: an important Roman town|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antichrist",1,1,1 ], "over the world until overthrown at Christ's Second Coming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antichrist",1,1,1 ], "the antagonist of Christ, expected by early Christians to appear and reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antichrist",1,1,2 ], "an enemy of Christ or Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anticosti",1,1,1 ], "an island of E Canada in the Gulf of St| Lawrence; part of Quebec| Area: 7881" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anticosti",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (3043 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antietam",1,1,1 ], "(1862), in which the Confederate forces of General Robert E| Lee were defeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antietam",1,1,1 ], "a creek in NW Maryland, flowing into the Potomac: scene of a Civil War battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antifederalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who opposed the ratification of the Constitution in 1789 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antifederalist",1,1,1 ], "the powers of the federal Government" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antifederalist",1,1,1 ], "thereafter allied with Thomas Jefferson's Antifederal Party, which opposed extension of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antifederalist",1,1,2 ], "any person who opposes federalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antigone",1,1,1 ], "Thebes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antigone",1,1,1 ], "body of her brother Polynices in defiance of an edict of her uncle, King Creon of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antigone",1,1,1 ], "daughter of Oedipus and Jocasta, who was condemned to death for cremating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antigonus I",1,1,1 ], "called Cyclops| 382-301 b|c|, Macedonian general under Alexander the Great;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antigonus I",1,1,1 ], "king of Macedon (306-301)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antigua",1,1,1 ], "an island of the West Indies, one of the Leeward Islands: a British colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antigua",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 279 sq| km (108 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antigua",1,1,1 ], "until 1967, now a British Associated State| Capital: St| John's| Pop|: 66,000 (1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antilles",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the West Indies consisting of the Greater Antilles and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antilles",1,1,1 ], "the Lesser Antilles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antioch",1,1,1 ], "Arabic name: Antakiya|Turkish name: Antakya" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antioch",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Turkey, on the Orantes River: ancient commercial centre and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antioch",1,1,1 ], "capital of Syria (300-64 b|c|); early centre of Christianity| Pop|: 57,900 (1965)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antiochus III",1,1,1 ], "Romans" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antiochus III",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 242-187 b|c|, king of Syria (223-187), who greatly extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antiochus III",1,1,1 ], "the Seleucid empire but was forced (190) to surrender most of Asia Minor to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antiochus IV",1,1,1 ], "215-164 b|c|, Seleucid king of Syria (175-164), who attacked the Jews and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antiochus IV",1,1,1 ], "provoked the revolt of the Maccabees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antipater",1,1,1 ], "(334-323)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antipater",1,1,1 ], "398-319 b|c|, Macedonian general under Alexander the Great: regent of Macedon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antipodes",1,1,1 ], "a group of small uninhabited islands in the South Pacific, southeast of and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antipodes",1,1,1 ], "belonging to New Zealand| Area: 62 sq| km (24 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antiremonstrant",1,1,1 ], "the party that opposed the Remonstrants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antisana",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in N central Ecuador, in the Andes| Height: 5756 m (18,885 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antisthenes",1,1,1 ], "445-365 b|c|, Greek philosopher, founder of the Cynic school, who taught that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antisthenes",1,1,1 ], "the only good was virtue, won by self-control and independence from worldly needs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antntonioni" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1912, Italian film director his films include",1). c_DEF([ "Antntonioni" ,1, 1, 2],"La Notte (1961), Blow Up (1966), and Zabriskie Point (1970)",1). c_DEF([ "Antofagasta",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Chile| Pop|: 149,720 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antoninus Pius",1,1,1 ], "86-161 a|d|, emperor of Rome (138-161); adopted son and successor of Hadrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antonius",1,1,1 ], "Latin name of (Mark)Antony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antony",1,1,1 ], "Actium (31)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Antony",1,1,1 ], "Caesar in the Gallic wars and became a member of the second triumvirate (43)| He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antony",1,1,1 ], "Cleopatra, queen of Egypt, he was defeated by his brother-in-law Octavian (Augustus) at" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Antony",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Marcus Antonius| 83-30 b|c|, Roman general who served under Julius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antony",1,1,1 ], "defeated Brutus and Cassius at Philippi (42) but having repudiated his wife for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antrim",1,1,1 ], "a county of NE Northern Ireland: famous for the Giant's Causeway on the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antrim",1,1,1 ], "coast| County town: Belfast| Pop|: 352,549 (1971)| Area: 2843 sq| km (1098 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antung",1,1,1 ], "360,000 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antung",1,1,1 ], "a port in E China, in Liaoning province at the mouth of the Yalu River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antwerp",1,1,1 ], "a province of N Belgium| Pop|: 1,559,269 (1975 est|)| Area: 2859 sq| km (1104" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antwerp",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Antwerp",1,1,2 ], "Anvers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Antwerp",1,1,2 ], "a port in N Belgium, capital of Antwerp province, on the River Scheldt: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Antwerp",1,1,2 ], "major European port| Pop|: 224,543 (1970)| Flemish name: Antwerpen | French name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anu",1,1,1 ], "the sky god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anubis",1,1,1 ], "a deity, a son of Osiris, who conducted the dead to judgment| He is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anubis",1,1,1 ], "represented as having a jackal's head and was identified by the Greeks with Hermes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anuradhapura",1,1,1 ], "a town in Sri Lanka: ancient capital of Ceylon; site of the sacred bo tree and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anuradhapura",1,1,1 ], "place of pilgrimage for Buddhists| Pop|: 35,000 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anvers",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Antwerp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anyang",1,1,1 ], "124,900 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anyang",1,1,1 ], "a town in E China: archaeological site and capital of the Shang dynasty| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anzac Day",1,1,1 ], "25 April, a public holiday in Australia and New Zealand commemorating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anzac Day",1,1,1 ], "Anzac landing at Gallipoli in 1915" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anzac",1,1,1 ], "(in World War I) a soldier serving with the Australian and New Zealand Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anzac",1,1,1 ], "Corps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anzac",1,1,2 ], "(now) any Australian or New Zealand soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anzac",1,1,3 ], "the Anzac landing at Gallipoli in 1915" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Anzio",1,1,1 ], "War II| Pop|: 22,927 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Anzio",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort on the W coast of Italy: site of Allied landings in World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aorangi",1,1,1 ], "another name for Mount Cook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aosta",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Italy, in Piedmont: Roman remains| Pop|: 36,906 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apache",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people, formerly nomadic and warlike," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apache",1,1,1 ], "inhabiting the southwestern U|S| and N Mexico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apache",1,1,2 ], "phylum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apache",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Athapascan group of the Na-Dene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aparri",1,1,1 ], "a port in the Philippines, on the N coast of Luzon| Pop|: 40,307 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apeldoorn",1,1,1 ], "a town in the Netherlands, in central Gelderland province: nearby is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apeldoorn",1,1,1 ], "summer residence of the Dutch royal family| Pop|: 131,768 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apelles",1,1,1 ], "4th century b|c|, Greek painter of mythological subjects, none of whose work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apelles",1,1,1 ], "survives, his fame resting on the testimony of Pliny and other writers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apennines",1,1,1 ], "(9554 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Apennines",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in Italy, extending over 1250 km (800 miles) from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apennines",1,1,1 ], "northwest to the southernmost tip of the peninsula| Highest peak: Monte Corno, 2912 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apennines",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range lying in the N quadrants of the moon, extending over 950 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apennines",1,1,2 ], "along the SE border of the Mare Imbrium and rising to 6200 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aphrodite",1,1,1 ], "Venus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aphrodite",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of love and beauty, daughter of Zeus| Roman counterpart:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apia",1,1,1 ], "(1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apia",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Western Samoa, a port on the N coast of Upolu| Pop|: 28,880" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apiezon",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a low vapour pressure and used in vacuum equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apiezon",1,1,1 ], "designating any of a number of hydrocarbon oils, greases, or waxes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apis",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egypt) a sacred bull worshipped at Memphis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apo",1,1,1 ], "the highest mountain in the Philippines, on SE Mindanao: active volcano with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apo",1,1,1 ], "three peaks| Height: 2954 m (9690 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apocalypse",1,1,1 ], "(in the Vulgate and Douay versions of the Bible) the Book of Revelations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apocrypha",1,1,1 ], "Protestant versions of the Bible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Apocrypha",1,1,1 ], "and the Vulgate but not included in the Hebrew canon| They are not printed in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apocrypha",1,1,1 ], "the 14 books included as an appendix to the Old Testament in the Septuagint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apocrypha",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Pseudepigrapha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apocr|",1,1,1 ], "Apocrypha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apoc|",1,1,1 ], "Apocalypse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apoc|",1,1,2 ], "Apocrypha or Apocryphal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollinaire",1,1,1 ], "and Calligrammes (1918)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Apollinaire",1,1,1 ], "novelist, and dramatist, regarded as a precursor of surrealism; author of Alcools (1913)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apollinaire",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Wilhelm Apollinaris de Kostrowitzki| 1880-1918, French poet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollinaris",1,1,1 ], "an effervescent mineral water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollo",1,1,1 ], "the god of light, poetry, music, healing, and prophecy: son of Zeus and Leda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollo",2,1,1 ], "any of a series of manned U|S| spacecraft designed to explore the moon and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollo",2,1,1 ], "surrounding space| Apollo 11 made the first moon landing in July 1969" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apollonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Apollo or the cult of Apollo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollonian",1,1,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Nietzsche) denoting or relating to the set of static" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollonian",1,1,2 ], "qualities that encompass form, reason, harmony, sobriety, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apollonian",1,1,3 ], "harmonious; serene; ordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apollyon",1,1,1 ], "the destroyer, a name given to the Devil (Revelation 9:11)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apostles' Creed",1,1,1 ], "a concise statement of Christian beliefs dating from about 500 a|d|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apostles' Creed",1,1,1 ], "traditionally ascribed to the Apostles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apostolic Fathers",1,1,1 ], "the Fathers of the early Church who immediately followed the Apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apostolic See",1,1,1 ], "the see of the pope regarded as the successor to Saint Peter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apostolic See",1,1,2 ], "a see established by one of the Apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apostolic succession",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the authority of Christian bishops derives from the Apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apostolic succession",1,1,1 ], "through an unbroken line of consecration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachia",1,1,1 ], "a highland region of the eastern U|S|, containing the Appalachian Mountains," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachia",1,1,1 ], "extending from Pennsylvania to Alabama" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Mount Mitchell, 2038 m (6684 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of E North America, extending from Quebec province in Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "to central Alabama: contains rich deposits of anthracite, bitumen, and iron ore|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachian",1,1,1 ], "of, from, or relating to the Appalachian Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachian",1,1,2 ], "during which the Appalachian Mountains were formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appalachian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an episode of mountain building in the late Palaeozoic era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appaloosa",1,1,1 ], "a breed of horse, originally from America, typically having a spotted rump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appel",1,1,1 ], "born 1921, Dutch abstract expressionist painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appenzell",1,1,1 ], "Appenzell Outer Rhodes and the Catholic demicanton of Appenzell Inner Rhodes|Capitals:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appenzell",1,1,1 ], "Herisau and Appenzell| Pop|: 49,023 and 13,124 (1970)| Areas: 243 sq| km (94 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Appenzell",1,1,1 ], "a canton of NE Switzerland, divided in 1597 into the Protestant demicanton of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appenzell",1,1,1 ], "and 171 sq| km (66 sq| miles) respectively" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Appenzell",1,1,2 ], "5217 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appenzell",1,1,2 ], "a town in NE Switzerland, capital of Appenzell Inner Rhodes demicanton| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appian Way",1,1,1 ], "Appius Claudius Caecus| Length: about 560 km (350 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appian Way",1,1,1 ], "a Roman road in Italy, extending from Rome to Brindisi: begun in 312 b|c| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apple Isle",1,1,1 ], "Austral| informal| Tasmania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appleton layer",1,1,1 ], "another name for F region (of the ionosphere)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appleton",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edward 1892-1965, English physicist, noted particularly for his research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appleton",1,1,1 ], "on the ionosphere: Nobel prize for physics 1947" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Appomattox",1,1,1 ], "American Civil War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Appomattox",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Virginia where the Confederate army under Robert E| Lee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Appomattox",1,1,1 ], "surrendered to Ulysses S| Grant's Union forces on April 9, 1865, effectively ending the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "April fool",1,1,1 ], "an unsuspecting victim of a practical joke or trick traditionally performed on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "April fool",1,1,1 ], "the first of April (April Fools' Day or All Fools' Day)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "April",1,1,1 ], "the fourth month of the year, consisting of 30 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apr|",1,1,1 ], "April" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apuleius",1,1,1 ], "2nd century a|d| Roman writer, noted for his romance The Golden Ass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apulia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 19,223 sq| km (7422 sq| miles)| Italian name: Puglia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apulia",1,1,1 ], "a region of SE Italy, on the Adriatic| Capital: Bari| Pop|: 3,493,265 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apure",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 676 km (420 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apure",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Venezuela, rising in the Andes and flowing east to the Orinoco|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apurimac",1,1,1 ], "River| Length: about 885 km (550 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Apurimac",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Peru, rising in the Andes and flowing northwest into the Urubamba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Apus" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation in the S hemisphere situated near Musca and Octans",1). c_DEF([ "Aqaba",1,1,1 ], "(1964 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aqaba",1,1,1 ], "the only port in Jordan, in the southwest, on the Gulf of Aqaba|Pop|: 10,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"Also called: the Water Carrier",1). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 2, 1],"Capricorn on the ecliptic",2). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 2, 1],"a zodiacal constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Pisces and",1). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"a person born during a period when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 2, 2],"Jan| 20 and Feb| 18",3). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 2, 2],"and ruled by the planets Saturn and Uranus|The sun is in this sign between about",2). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 2, 2],"the eleventh sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a fixed air classification",1). c_DEF([ "Aquarius" ,1, 3, 1],"born under or characteristic of Aquarius",1). c_DEF([ "Aquila" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation lying in the Milky Way close to Cygnus and situated on the",1). c_DEF([ "Aquila" ,1, 2, 1],"celestial equator|The brightest star is Altair",2). c_DEF([ "Aquila",2,1,1 ], "a city in central Italy, capital of Abruzzi region| Pop|: 60,131 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aquileia",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Italy, at the head of the Adriatic: important Roman centre," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aquileia",1,1,1 ], "founded in 181 b|c|Pop|: 3041 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aquinas",1,1,1 ], "1225-74, Italian theologian, scholastic philosopher, and Dominican friar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aquinas",1,1,1 ], "the first attempt at a comprehensive theological system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aquinas",1,1,1 ], "whose works include Summa contra Gentiles (1259-64) and Summa Theologiae (1267-73)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aquitaine",1,1,1 ], "Central in the northeast and the Pyrenees in the south; mainly agricultural| Ancient" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aquitaine",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW France on the Bay of Biscay: a former Roman province and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aquitaine",1,1,1 ], "medieval duchy| It is generally flat in the west, rising to the slopes of the Massif" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aquitaine",1,1,1 ], "name: Aquitania" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ar Rimal",1,1,1 ], "another name for Rub` al Khali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ar",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for argon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ara" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation in the S hemisphere near Scorpius",1). c_DEF([ "Arab League",1,1,1 ], "economic, military, political, and social cooperation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arab League",1,1,1 ], "the league of independent Arab states formed in 1945 to further cultural," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arab",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Semitic people originally inhabiting Arabia, who spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arab",1,1,1 ], "a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arab",1,1,1 ], "throughout the Middle East, N Africa, and Spain during the seventh and eighth centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arab",1,1,2 ], "a small lively intelligent breed of horse, mainly used for riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arab",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the Arabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabia",1,1,1 ], "2,600,000 sq| km (1,000,000 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Arabia",1,1,1 ], "Yemen, Southern Yemen, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates| Area: about" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Arabia",1,1,1 ], "a great peninsula of SW Asia, between the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabia",1,1,1 ], "consists chiefly of a desert plateau, with mountains rising over 3000 m (10,000 ft|) in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arabia",1,1,1 ], "the west and scattered oases; includes the present-day countries of Saudi Arabia," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in E Egypt, between the Nile, the Gulf of Suez, and the Red Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian Desert",1,1,1 ], "mountainous parts rise over 1800 m (6000 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian Desert",1,1,2 ], "the desert area of the Arabian Peninsula, esp| in the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian Nights' Entertainment",1,1,1 ], "a collection of oriental folk tales dating from the tenth century| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian Nights' Entertainment",1,1,1 ], "shortened to the Arabian Nights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian Sea",1,1,1 ], "the NW part of the Indian Ocean, between Arabia and India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian camel",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated camel, Camelus dromedarius, having one hump on its back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian camel",1,1,1 ], "used as a beast of burden in the hot deserts of N Africa and SW Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Arabia or the Arabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabian",1,2,1 ], "another word for an Arab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic numeral",1,1,1 ], "one of the numbers 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,0 (opposed to Roman numerals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,1,1 ], "Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen and Southern Yemen| It is estimated to be the native" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,1,1 ], "been borrowed by certain other languages such as Urdu" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,1,1 ], "language of Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, the Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,1,1 ], "language of some 75 million people throughout the world| It belongs to the Semitic" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,1,1 ], "subfamily of the Afro-Asiatic family of languages and has its own alphabet, which has" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Arabs, spoken in a variety of dialects; the official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to this language, any of the peoples that speak it, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arabic",1,2,1 ], "the countries in which it is spoken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arabist",1,1,1 ], "a student or expert in Arabic culture, language, history, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Araby",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic name for Arabia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arab|",1,1,1 ], "Arabia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arab|",1,1,2 ], "Arabic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aracaj",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Brazil, capital of Sergipe state| Pop|: 179,512 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arachne",1,1,1 ], "a maiden changed into a spider for having presumptuously challenged Athena to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arachne",1,1,1 ], "a weaving contest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arad",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arad",1,1,1 ], "War I, after belonging successively to Turkey, Austria, and Hungary| Pop|: 145,968" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arad",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Rumania, on the Mures River: became part of Rumania after World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arafat",1,1,1 ], "1968 of the Palestine Liberation Organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arafat",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, Palestinian leader co-founder of Al Fatah (1956) and leader since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arafura Sea",1,1,1 ], "a part of the W Pacific Ocean, between N Australia and SW New Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aragats",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic mountain in the Soviet Union, in the NW Armenian SSR| Height: 4095" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aragats",1,1,1 ], "m (13,435 ft|)| Turkish name: Alagez" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aragon" ,2, 1, 1],"born 1897, French poet, essayist, and novelist an early surrealist, later a",1). c_DEF([ "Aragon" ,2, 1, 1],"committed Communist|His works include the verse collections",2). c_DEF([ "Aragon" ,2, 1, 2],"(1933-44)",2). c_DEF([ "Aragon" ,2, 1, 2],"and Les Yeux d'Elsa (1942) and the series of novels Le Monde r''eel",1). c_DEF([ "Aragon",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE Spain: independent kingdom from the 11th century until 1479," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aragon",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aragon",1,1,1 ], "when it was united with Castile to form modern Spain| Area: 47,609 sq| km (18,382" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Araguaia",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Brazil, rising in S central Mato Grosso state and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Araguaia",1,1,1 ], "north to the Tocantins River| Length: over 1771 km (1100 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arak",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Iran| Pop|: 72,087 (1966)| Former name: Sultanabad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arakan Yoma",1,1,1 ], "a barrier between Burma and India; teak forests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arakan Yoma",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in Burma, between the Irrawaddy River and the W coast: forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Araks",1,1,1 ], "the Russian name for the Aras (River)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aral Sea",1,1,1 ], "Caspian Sea: shallow and saline| Area: about 64,750 sq| km (25,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aral Sea",1,1,1 ], "the fourth largest lake in the world, in the SW Soviet Union east of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aram",1,1,1 ], "the biblical name for ancient Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aramaic",1,1,1 ], "Lebanon, belonging to the NW Semitic subfamily of the Afro-Asiatic family| Originally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aramaic",1,1,1 ], "an ancient language of the Middle East, still spoken in parts of Syria and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aramaic",1,1,1 ], "of the Persian empire" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Aramaic",1,1,1 ], "the speech of Aram, in the 5th century b|c| it spread to become the lingua franca" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aramaic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or using this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aram|",1,1,1 ], "Aramaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aran Islands",1,1,1 ], "(18 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aran Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of three islands in the Atlantic, off the W coast of Ireland: Aranmore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aran Islands",1,1,1 ], "or Inishmore (the largest), Inishmaan, and Inisheer|Pop|: 1612 (1966)| Area: 46 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aran",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Aran Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aran",1,1,2 ], "made of thick undyed wool with its natural oils retained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arany",1,1,1 ], "1817-82, Hungarian epic poet, ballad writer, and scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arapaho",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of the Plains, now living chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arapaho",1,1,1 ], "in Oklahoma and Wyoming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arapaho",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ararat",1,1,1 ], "(Genesis 8:4), and Little Ararat 3914 m (12,843 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ararat",1,1,1 ], "5155 m (16,916 ft|), said to be the resting place of Noah's Ark after the Flood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ararat",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcanic mountain massif in E Turkey: two main peaks;Great Ararat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aras",1,1,1 ], "Sea: forms part of the border between the Soviet Union and Turkey and Iran| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aras",1,1,1 ], "a river rising in mountains in Turkish Armenia and flowing east to the Caspian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aras",1,1,1 ], "about 1100 km (660 miles)| Ancient name: Araxes|Russian name: Araks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Araucania",1,1,1 ], "a region of central Chile, inhabited by Araucanian Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Araucanian",1,1,1 ], "a South American Indian language of no known relationships, spoken in Chile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Araucanian",1,1,1 ], "and W Argentina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Araucanian",1,1,2 ], "a member of the people who speak this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Araucanian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arawakan",1,1,1 ], "a family of American Indian languages found throughout NE South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arawakan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the peoples speaking these languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Araxes",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Aras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arbela",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in Assyria, near which the Battle of Arbela took place (331" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arbela",1,1,1 ], "b|c|), in which Alexander the Great defeated the Persians| Modern name: Erbil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arbil",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Erbil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arblay",1,1,1 ], "the married name of (Fanny)Burney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arbroath",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in E Scotland, in Tayside region: scene of Robert I's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arbroath",1,1,1 ], "declaration of independence in 1320| Pop|: 22,585 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arbuthnot",1,1,1 ], "(1712) and, with others, of the Memoirs of Martinus Scriblerus (1741)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arbuthnot",1,1,1 ], "1667-1735, Scottish physician and satirist: author of The History of John Bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadia",1,1,1 ], "4367 sq| km (1686 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadia",1,1,1 ], "a department of Greece, in the central Peloponnese| Pop|: 11,263 (1971)| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadia",1,1,2 ], "Also (poetic): Arcady | the traditional idealized rural setting of Greek and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadia",1,1,2 ], "Roman bucolic poetry and later in the literature of the Renaissance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Arcadia or its inhabitants, esp| the idealized Arcadia of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadian",1,1,1 ], "pastoral poetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadian",1,1,2 ], "rustic or bucolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Arcadia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadian",1,2,2 ], "a person who leads or prefers a quiet simple rural life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Arcadians or to their dialect of Ancient Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadic",1,2,1 ], "Arcadians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arcadic",1,2,1 ], "one of four chief dialects of Ancient Greek; the dialect spoken by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archaean",1,1,1 ], "Precambrian era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archaean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the highly metamorphosed rocks formed in the early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archaeozoic",1,1,1 ], "of or formed in the early Precambrian era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archaeozoic",1,2,1 ], "forms of life are assumed to have appeared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archaeozoic",1,2,1 ], "the earlier of two divisions of the Precambrian era, during which the earliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archangel",1,1,1 ], "a port in the NW Soviet Union, on the Dvina River: major centre for the timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archangel",1,1,1 ], "trade and White Sea fisheries| Pop|: 376,000 (1975 est|)| Russian name: Arkhangelsk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archbp|",1,1,1 ], "archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archd|",1,1,1 ], "archdeacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archd|",1,1,2 ], "archduke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archean",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of Archaean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archeozoic",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of Archaeozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archer",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Sagittarius, the ninth sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archer",2,1,1 ], "1856-1924, Scottish critic and dramatist: made the first English translations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archer",2,1,1 ], "of Ibsen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arches",1,1,1 ], "Church of England| the court of appeal of the Province of Canterbury, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arches",1,1,1 ], "held under the arches of Bow Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archilochian",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to Archilochus or his verse, esp| the iambic trimeters or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archilochian",1,1,1 ], "trochaic tetrameters used by him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archilochus",1,1,1 ], "7th century b|c|, Greek poet of Paros, notable for using his own experience as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archilochus",1,1,1 ], "subject matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes",1,1,1 ], "287-212 b|c|, Greek mathematician and physicist of Syracuse, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes",1,1,1 ], "work in geometry, hydrostatics, and mechanics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes",2,1,1 ], "a walled plain in the NE quadrant of the moon, about 80 kilometres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes",2,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes' principle",1,1,1 ], "a law of physics stating that the apparent loss in weight of a body immersed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes' principle",1,1,1 ], "in a fluid is equal to the weight of the displaced fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes' screw",1,1,1 ], "an ancient type of water-lifting device making use of a spiral passage in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archimedes' screw",1,1,1 ], "inclined cylinder| The water is raised when the spiral is rotated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Archipenko",1,1,1 ], "1887-1964, Russian sculptor and painter, in the U|S| after 1923, whose work is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Archipenko",1,1,1 ], "characterized by economy of form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arch|",1,1,1 ], "Archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arctic Circle",1,1,1 ], "degrees 32'' N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arctic Circle",1,1,1 ], "the imaginary circle round the earth, parallel to the equator, at latitude 66" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arctic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "14,100,000 sq| km (5,440,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arctic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "the ocean surrounding the North Pole, north of the Arctic Circle| Area: about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arctic",1,1,1 ], "the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arctic",1,1,2 ], "the regions north of the Arctic Circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arctic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the regions north of the Arctic Circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arctogaea",1,1,1 ], "Ethiopian regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arctogaea",1,1,1 ], "a zoogeographical area comprising the Palaearctic, Nearctic, Oriental, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arcturus",1,1,1 ], "0|24; spectral type: KO; distance: 36 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arcturus",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Bootes: a red giant| Visual magnitude:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ard",1,1,1 ], "263,790 (1975)| Area: 5556 sq| km (2167 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ard",1,1,1 ], "a department of S France, in Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: Privas| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arden",1,1,1 ], "As You Like It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arden",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Warwickshire, part of a former forest: scene of Shakespeare's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ardennes",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 317,139 (1975)| Area: 5253 sq| km (2049 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ardennes",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France, in Champagne-Ardenne region| Capital: Mezieres|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ardennes",1,1,2 ], "fighting in both World Wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ardennes",1,1,2 ], "the| a wooded plateau in SE Belgium, Luxembourg, and NE France: scene of heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Areopagus",1,1,1,1 ], "the hill to the northwest of the Acropolis in Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Areopagus",1,1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Athens) the judicial council whose members (Areopagites) met on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Areopagus",1,1,1,2 ], "this hill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Areopagus",1,1,2 ], "any high court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arequipa",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Peru, at an altitude of 2250 m (7500 ft|): founded in 1540 on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arequipa",1,1,1 ], "site of an Inca city| Pop|: 302,316 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ares",1,1,1 ], "the god of war, born of Zeus and Hera| Roman counterpart: Mars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arethusa",1,1,1 ], "a nymph who was changed into a spring on the island of Ortygia to escape the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arethusa",1,1,1 ], "amorous advances of the river god Alpheus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aretino",1,1,1 ], "1492-1556, Italian satirist, poet, and dramatist, noted for his satirical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aretino",1,1,1 ], "attacks on leading political figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arezzo",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Italy, in E Tuscany| Pop|: 87,128 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argenteuil",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of Paris, with a convent (656) that became famous when Heloise was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argenteuil",1,1,1 ], "abbess (12th century)| Pop|: 103,141 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Argentina",1,1,1 ], "23,362,204 (1970)| Area: 2,776,653 sq| km (1,072,067 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Argentina",1,1,1 ], "Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: peso| Capital: Buenos Aires| Pop|:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Argentina",1,1,1 ], "Tierra del Fuego in the south (Patagonia); an important meat producer| Language:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Argentina",1,1,1 ], "a republic in southern South America: colonized by the Spanish from 1516" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argentina",1,1,1 ], "onwards; gained independence in 1816 and became a republic in 1852; consists chiefly of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Argentina",1,1,1 ], "subtropical plains and forests (the Chaco) in the north, temperate plains (the pampas) in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Argentina",1,1,1 ], "the central parts, the Andes in the west, and an infertile plain extending to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Argentine" ,1, 1, 1],"the| another name for ,Argentina",1). c_DEF([ "Argentine" ,1, 1, 2],"a native or inhabitant of Argentina",1). c_DEF([ "Argentine" ,1, 2, 1],"of or relating to Argentina|Also (for senses 2, 3): Argentinean",1). c_DEF([ "Argive",1,1,1 ], "(in Homer, Virgil, etc|) of or relating to the Greeks besieging Troy, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argive",1,1,1 ], "those from Argos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Argive",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Argos or Argolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argive",1,1,3 ], "a literary word for Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argive",1,2,1 ], "an ancient Greek, esp| one from Argos or Argolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argo" ,2, 2, 1],"an extensive constellation in the S hemisphere now subdivided into the smaller",1). c_DEF([ "Argo" ,2, 2, 1],"constellations of Puppis, Vela, Carina, and Pyxis",2). c_DEF([ "Argo" ,2, 2, 2],"Also called: Argo Navis",1). c_DEF([ "Argo",1,1,1 ], "the ship in which Jason sailed in search of the Golden Fleece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argolis",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 2261 sq| km (873 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Argolis",1,1,1 ], "a department and ancient region of Greece, in the NE Peloponnese| Pop|: 88,698" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argolis",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an inlet of the Aegean Sea, in the E Peloponnese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argonaut",1,1,1 ], "one of the heroes who sailed with Jason in quest of the Golden Fleece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argonaut",1,1,2 ], "a person who took part in the Californian gold rush of 1849" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argonaut",1,1,3 ], "another name for the paper nautilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argonne",1,1,1 ], "a wooded region of NE France: scene of major battles in both World Wars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argos",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in SE Greece, in the NE Peloponnese: one of the oldest Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argos",1,1,1 ], "cities, it dominated the Peloponnese in the 7th century b|c|Pop|: 19,878 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Argovie",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Aargau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argus",1,1,1 ], "a giant with a hundred eyes who was made guardian of the heifer Io| After he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argus",1,1,1 ], "was killed by Hermes his eyes were transferred to the peacock's tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Argus",1,1,2 ], "a vigilant person; guardian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argus-eyed",1,1,1 ], "keen-sighted; observant; vigilant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argyll",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of W Scotland, now part of Strathclyde region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argyrol",1,1,1 ], "a dark brown compound of silver and a protein, used medicinally as a local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Argyrol",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arg|",1,1,1 ], "Argentina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arhat",1,1,1 ], "a Buddhist, esp| a monk who at death passes to nirvana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ari",1,1,1 ], "141,436 (1975)| Area: 4903 sq| km (1912 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ari",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Foix| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ariadne",1,1,1 ], "daughter of Minos and Pasiphae: she gave Theseus the thread with which he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ariadne",1,1,1 ], "found his way out of the Minotaur's labyrinth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing Arius or Arianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arian",1,2,1 ], "an adherent of Arianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arian",1,4,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aryan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arianism",1,1,1 ], "asserted that Christ was not of one substance with the Father, but a creature raised by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arianism",1,1,1 ], "the Father to the dignity of Son of God" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arianism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine of Arius, pronounced heretical at the Council of Nicaea, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arica",1,1,1 ], "Tacna-Arica dispute with Peru; outlet for Bolivian and Peruvian trade| Pop|: 112,300 (1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arica",1,1,1 ], "a port in extreme N Chile: awarded to Chile in 1929 after the lengthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arica",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ariel",1,1,1 ], "the planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ariel",1,1,1 ], "the third largest of the five satellites of Uranus and the second nearest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arimathea",1,1,1 ], "a town in ancient Palestine: location unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ariminum",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name of Rimini" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ariosto" ,1, 1, 1],"1474-1533, Italian poet, famous for his romantic epic",1). c_DEF([ "Aristaeus",1,1,1 ], "a son of Apollo and Cyrene: protector of herds and fields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristarchus of Samos",1,1,1 ], "3rd century b|c|, Greek astronomer who anticipated Copernicus in advancing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristarchus of Samos",1,1,1 ], "theory that the earth revolves around the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristarchus of Samothrace",1,1,1 ], "220-150 b|c|, Greek scholar: librarian at Alexandria, noted for his edition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristarchus of Samothrace",1,1,1 ], "Homer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristarchus",1,1,1 ], "a crater in the NE quadrant of the moon, having a diameter of about 37" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristarchus",1,1,1 ], "kilometres, which is the brightest formation on the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristides",1,1,1 ], "and Plataea (479)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aristides",1,1,1 ], "called the Just| 530-468 b|c|, Athenian general and statesman, who played a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristides",1,1,1 ], "prominent part in the Greek victories over the Persians at Marathon (490), Salamis (480)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristippus",1,1,1 ], "435-356 b|c|, Greek philosopher who believed pleasure to be the highest good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristippus",1,1,1 ], "and founded the Cyrenaic school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristophanes",1,1,1 ], "448-380 b|c|, Greek comic dramatist, who satirized leading contemporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristophanes",1,1,1 ], "Clouds, The Frogs, The Birds, and Lysistrata" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aristophanes",1,1,1 ], "figures such as Socrates and Euripides| Eleven of his plays are extant, including The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotelian logic",1,1,1 ], "traditional or classical logic, esp| as opposed to modern or symbolic logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotelian logic",1,1,2 ], "logical method relying on the theory of syllogism, which considers the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotelian logic",1,1,2 ], "propositions regardless of their content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotelian logic",1,1,3 ], "the logical method of Aristotle, esp| as developed in the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotelian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Aristotle or his philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotelian",1,2,1 ], "a follower of Aristotle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotle",1,1,1 ], "384-322 b|c|, Greek philosopher; pupil of Plato, tutor of Alexander the Great," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotle",1,1,1 ], "Muslim philosophy and science and medieval scholastic philosophy" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotle",1,1,1 ], "and founder of the Peripatetic school at Athens; author of works on logic, ethics," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotle",1,1,1 ], "politics, poetics, rhetoric, biology, zoology, and metaphysics| His works influenced" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotle",2,1,1 ], "a prominent crater in the NW quadrant of the moon about 83 kilometres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aristotle",2,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arius",1,1,1 ], "250-336 a|d|, Greek Christian theologian, originator of the doctrine of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arius",1,1,1 ], "Arianism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arizona",1,1,1 ], "293,750 sq| km (113,417 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Arizona",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southwestern U|S|: consists of the Colorado plateau in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arizona",1,1,1 ], "northeast, including the Grand Canyon, divided from desert in the southwest by mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arizona",1,1,1 ], "rising over 3750 m (12,500 ft|)| Capital: Phoenix| Pop|: 1,772,482 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ariz|",1,1,1 ], "Arizona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arjuna",1,1,1 ], "his charioteer in the battle with the Kauravas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arjuna",1,1,1 ], "the most important of the five princes in the Mahabharata|Krishna served as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ark",1,1,1 ], "the holy of holies of the Temple in Jerusalem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ark",1,1,1 ], "the most sacred symbol of God's presence among the Hebrew people, carried in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ark",1,1,1 ], "their journey from Sinai to the Promised Land (Canaan) and eventually enshrined in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ark",1,1,2 ], "a receptacle for the scrolls of the Law usually kept in the place of honour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ark",1,1,2 ], "a synagogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arkansas",1,1,1 ], "Area: 134,537 sq| km (51,945 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Arkansas",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southern U|S|: mountainous in the north and west, with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arkansas",1,1,1 ], "alluvial plain of the Mississippi in the east; has the only diamond mine in the U|S|;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arkansas",1,1,1 ], "the chief U|S| producer of bauxite| Capital: Little Rock| Pop|: 1,923,295 (1970)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arkansas",1,1,2 ], "a river in the S central U|S|, rising in central Colorado and flowing east and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arkansas",1,1,2 ], "southeast to join the Mississippi in Arkansas| Length: 2335 km (1450 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arkhangelsk",1,1,1 ], "the Russian name for Archangel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arkwright",1,1,1 ], "Sir Richard| 1732-92, English cotton manufacturer: inventor of the spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arkwright",1,1,1 ], "frame (1769) which produced cotton thread strong enough to be used as a warp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ark|",1,1,1 ], "Arkansas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arlberg",1,1,1 ], "a mountain pass in W Austria: a winter sports region| Height: 1802 m (5910" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arlberg",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arles",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE France, on the Rhone: Roman amphitheatre| Pop|: 50,345 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arles",1,1,2 ], "Kingdom of Burgundy until about 1200" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arles",1,1,2 ], "Kingdom of| a kingdom in SE France which had dissolved by 1378: known as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arlington",1,1,1 ], "a county of N Virginia: site of Arlington National Cemetery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arlon",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Belgium, capital of Luxembourg province| Pop|: 13,745 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armada",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armageddon",1,1,1 ], "at the end of the world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Armageddon",1,1,1 ], "in Revelation 1616 as the scene of the final battle between the kings of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armageddon",1,1,1 ], "the place (possibly to be identified with Megiddo in N Palestine) designated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armageddon",1,1,2 ], "a catastrophic and extremely destructive conflict, esp| World War I viewed as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armageddon",1,1,2 ], "this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armagh",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1266 sq| km (489 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armagh",1,1,1 ], "a county of S Northern Ireland| County town: Armagh| Pop|: 133,196 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armagh",1,1,2 ], "Catholic and Protestant archbishops| Pop|: 12,297 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armagh",1,1,2 ], "a town in S Northern Ireland, county town of Co| Armagh: seat of Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armagnac",1,1,1 ], "a dry brown brandy distilled in the French district of Gers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armco",1,1,1 ], "a metal safety barrier erected at the side of motor-racing circuits, esp| on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armco",1,1,1 ], "corners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armenia",1,1,1 ], "a region of W Asia, now divided among the Soviet Union, Turkey, and Iran:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenia",1,1,1 ], "formerly a kingdom, with origins in the 12th century b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armenia",1,1,2 ], "(1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armenia",1,1,2 ], "a town in central Colombia: centre of a coffee-growing district| Pop|: 135,615" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian Church",1,1,1 ], "dogmas and liturgy of which are similar to those of the Orthodox Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian Church",1,1,1 ], "the national Church of Armenia, founded in the early fourth century a|d|, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Yerevan| Pop|: 2,491,873 (1970)| Area: 229,800 sq| km (11,490 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, bordering on Iran in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "south and Turkey in the west: mountainous, rising over 4000 m (13,000 ft|)| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Armenia or an Armenian-speaking person elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian",1,1,2 ], "the Thraco-Phrygian branch, but containing many non-Indo-European elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian",1,1,2 ], "the language of the Armenians: an Indo-European language probably belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian",1,1,3 ], "an adherent of the Armenian Church or its doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian",1,2,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armenian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Armenia, its inhabitants, their language, or the Armenian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armenti",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France: site of battles in both World Wars| Pop|: 27,473 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arminian",1,1,1 ], "Jacobus Arminius, published in 1610, which rejected absolute predestination and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arminian",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or believing in the Christian Protestant doctrines of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arminian",1,1,1 ], "doctrines deeply influenced Wesleyan and Methodist theology" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Arminian",1,1,1 ], "insisted that the sovereignty of God is compatible with free will in man| These" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arminian",1,2,1 ], "a follower of such doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arminius",1,1,1 ], "original name Jacob Harmensen| 1560-1609, Dutch Protestant theologian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armistice Day",1,1,1 ], "Nov| 11, 1918, now kept on Remembrance Sunday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Armistice Day",1,1,1 ], "the anniversary of the signing of the armistice that ended World War I, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armorica",1,1,1 ], "an ancient name for Brittany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Armstrong",1,1,1 ], "Louis, nickname Satchmo| 1900-71, U|S| jazz trumpeter and bandleader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Army List",1,1,1 ], "an official list of all serving commissioned officers of the army and reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Army List",1,1,1 ], "officers liable for recall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arm|",1,1,1 ], "Armenia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arm|",1,1,2 ], "Armoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arne",1,1,1 ], "1710-78, English composer, noted for his setting of Shakespearean songs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arne",1,1,1 ], "for his song Rule Britannia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arnhem Land",1,1,1 ], "Aborigines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arnhem Land",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Australia, in the N Northern Territory: mainly a reserve for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arnhem",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Netherlands, capital of Gelderland province, on the Rhine:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arnhem",1,1,1 ], "site of a World War II battle| Pop|: 126,955 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arnim" ,1, 1, 1],"1781-1831, German romantic poet|He published, with Clemens Brentano, the",1). c_DEF([ "Arnim" ,1, 1, 1],"collection of folk songs,",2). c_DEF([ "Arno",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Italy, rising in the Apennines and flowing through Florence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arno",1,1,1 ], "and Pisa to the Ligurian Sea| Length: about 240 km (150 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",1,1,1 ], "a town in N central England, in S Nottinghamshire| Pop|: 33,254 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",2,1,1 ], "Malcolm| born 1921, English composer, esp| of orchestral works in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",2,1,1 ], "traditional idiom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",2,1,2 ], "Essays in Criticism (1865) and Culture and Anarchy (1869)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",2,1,2 ], "Matthew| 1822-88, English poet, essayist, and literary critic, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",2,1,2 ], "particularly for his poems Sohrab and Rustum (1853) and Dover Beach (1867), and for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",2,1,3 ], "headmaster of Rugby School, noted for his reforms in public-school education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arnold",2,1,3 ], "his father, Thomas| 1795-1842, English historian and educationalist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arp" ,1, 1, 1],"Dada movement in Zurich, noted particularly for his abstract organic sculptures",2). c_DEF([ "Arp" ,1, 1, 1],"Hans (hans)| 1887-1966, Alsatian sculptor, painter, and poet, cofounder of the",1). c_DEF([ "Arp" ,1, 1, 1],"based on natural forms",3). c_DEF([ "Arp",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arp",1,1,1 ], "died 907 a|d|, Magyar chieftain who conquered Hungary in the late ninth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arran",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 427 sq| km (165 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arran",1,1,1 ], "an island off the SW coast of Scotland, in the Firth of Clyde| Pop|: 3567" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arras",1,1,1 ], "World Wars| Pop|: 50,396 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arras",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France: formerly famous for tapestry; severely damaged in both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arretine ware",1,1,1 ], "another term for Samian ware ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arretium",1,1,1 ], "the ancient Latin name of Arezzo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arrhenius",1,1,1 ], "1859-1927, Swedish chemist and physicist, noted for his work on the theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arrhenius",1,1,1 ], "electrolytic dissociation: Nobel prize for chemistry 1903" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arries" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"Also called: the Ram",1). c_DEF([ "Arries" ,1, 2, 1],"Pisces on the ecliptic and having a second-magnitude star",2). c_DEF([ "Arries" ,1, 2, 1],"a small zodiacal constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Taurus and",1). c_DEF([ "Arries" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"a person born during the period when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Arries" ,1, 2, 2],"ruled by the planet Mars|The sun is in this sign between about March 21 and April 19",2). c_DEF([ "Arries" ,1, 2, 2],"the first sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a cardinal fire classification,",1). c_DEF([ "Arries" ,1, 3, 1],"born under or characteristic of Aries",1). c_DEF([ "Arru Islands",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aru Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|R|S|M|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Associate of the Royal School of Mines",1). c_DEF([ "Art Deco",1,1,1,1 ], "a style of interior decoration, jewellery, architecture, etc|, at its height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Art Deco",1,1,1,1 ], "in the 1930s and characterized by geometrical shapes, stylized natural forms, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Art Deco",1,1,1,1 ], "symmetrical utilitarian designs adapted to mass production" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Art Deco",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Art Nouveau",1,1,1,1 ], "a style of art and architecture of the 1890s, characterized by swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Art Nouveau",1,1,1,1 ], "sinuous outlines and stylized natural forms, such as flowers and leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Art Nouveau",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Artaud",1,1,1 ], "1896-1948, French stage director and dramatist, whose concept of the theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Artaud",1,1,1 ], "Theatre et son double (1938)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Artaud",1,1,1 ], "of cruelty is expounded in Manifeste du theatre de la cruaute (1932) and Le" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Artaxerxes I",1,1,1 ], "died 425 b|c|, king of Persia (465-425): son of Xerxes I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Artaxerxes II",1,1,1 ], "Younger at Cunaxa (401)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Artaxerxes II",1,1,1 ], "died 358 b|c|, king of Persia (??404-??358)| He defeated his brother Cyrus the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Artemis",1,1,1 ], "counterpart: Diana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Artemis",1,1,1 ], "the virgin goddess of the hunt and the moon: the twin sister of Apollo| Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arthur",1,1,1 ], "a legendary king of the Britons in the sixth century a|d|, who led Celtic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arthur",1,1,1 ], "leader of the Knights of the Round Table at Camelot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arthur",1,1,1 ], "resistance against the Saxons: possibly based on a historical figure; represented as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arthur",1,1,2 ], "Chester Alan| 1830-86, 21st president of the U|S| (1881-85)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arthurian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Articles of Confederation",1,1,1 ], "1788" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Articles of Confederation",1,1,1 ], "confederacy to be known as the United States of America; replaced by the Constitution of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Articles of Confederation",1,1,1 ], "the agreement made by the original 13 states in 1777 establishing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Articles of War",1,1,1 ], "of Great Britain were bound before the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Articles of War",1,1,1 ], "the disciplinary and legal procedures by which the naval and military forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Articles of War",1,1,2 ], "of Military Justice replaced them in 1951" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Articles of War",1,1,2 ], "the regulations of the U|S| army, navy, and air force until the Uniform Code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Artois",1,1,1 ], "a former province of N France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aru Islands",1,1,1 ], "(3300 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aru Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in Indonesia, in the SW Moluccas| Area: about 8500 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aruba",1,1,1 ], "Venezuela| Chief town: Oranjestad| Pop|: 61,293 (1972 est|)| Area: about 181 sq| km (70" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aruba",1,1,1 ], "an island in the West Indies, in the Netherlands Antilles off the NW coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aruba",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arunachal Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "Frontier Agency| Capital: Shillong| Pop|: 467,511 (1971)| Area: 81,426 sq| km (31,756" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Arunachal Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "a union territory of NE India, formed in 1972 from the former North East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Arunachal Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Arundel",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in West Sussex: 11th-century castle| Pop|: 2382 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aruwimi",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE Zaire, rising near Lake Albert as the Ituri and flowing west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aruwimi",1,1,1 ], "into the River Congo (Zaire)| Length: about 1288 km (800 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aryan",1,1,1 ], "(in Nazi ideology) a Caucasian of non-Jewish descent, esp| of the Nordic type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aryan",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of the peoples supposedly descended from the Indo-Europeans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aryan",1,1,2 ], "esp| a speaker of an Iranian or Indic language in ancient times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aryan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of an Aryan or Aryans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aryan",1,4,1 ], "Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aryanize",1,1,1 ], "(in Nazi ideology) to purge (politics and society) of all non-Aryan elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aryanize",1,1,1 ], "or people make characteristically Aryan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ar|",1,1,1 ], "Arabia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ar|",1,1,2 ], "Arabic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ar|",1,1,3 ], "Aramaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "As",1,1,1 ], "arsenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "As",1,1,2 ], "altostratus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asantehene",1,1,1 ], "the ruler of the Ashanti people of Ghana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asben",1,1,1 ], "another name for Air (region of the Sahara)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascanius",1,1,1 ], "the son of Aeneas and Creusa; founder of Alba Longa, mother city of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascension Day",1,1,1 ], "celebrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ascension Day",1,1,1 ], "the 40th day after Easter, when the Ascension of Christ into heaven is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascension",1,1,1 ], "the passing of Jesus Christ from earth into heaven (Acts 1:9)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascension",2,1,1 ], "an island in the S Atlantic, northwest of St| Helena: uninhabited until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascension",2,1,1 ], "claimed by Britain in 1815| Pop|: 1231 (1971)| Area: 88 sq| km (34 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ascensiontide",1,1,1 ], "the ten days from Ascension Day to the day before Whit Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asch",1,1,1 ], "1880-1957, U|S| writer, born in Poland, who wrote in Yiddish| His works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asch",1,1,1 ], "include biblical novels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aschaffenburg",1,1,1 ], "Imperial Diet (1447); ceded to Bavaria in 1814| Pop|: 55,100 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aschaffenburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in central West Germany, on the River Main in Bavaria: seat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascham",1,1,1 ], "1515-68, English humanist writer and classical scholar: tutor to Queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascham",1,1,1 ], "Elizabeth I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asclepiadean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a type of classical verse line consisting of a spondee, two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asclepiadean",1,1,1 ], "or three choriambs, and an iamb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asclepiadean",1,2,1 ], "an Asclepiadean verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asclepius",1,1,1 ], "a god of healing; son of Apollo| Roman counterpart: Aesculapius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascoli Piceno",1,1,1 ], "Picenum; site of the massacre of all its Roman citizens in the Social War in 90" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ascoli Piceno",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central Italy, in the Marches: capital of the Roman province of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascoli Piceno",1,1,1 ], "b|c|Pop|: 55,053 (1971)| Latin name: Asculum Picenum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ascot",1,1,1 ], "a horse race meeting held at Ascot, Berkshire, esp| Royal Ascot, a four-day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ascot",1,1,1 ], "meeting held in June: one of the chief events of the English racing year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asc|",1,1,1 ], "Ascendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asgard",1,1,1 ], "the dwelling place of the principal gods, the Aesir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ash Can School",1,1,1 ], "a group of U|S| painters including Robert Henri and later George Bellows," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ash Can School",1,1,1 ], "founded in 1907, noted for their depiction of the sordid aspects of city life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ash Wednesday",1,1,1 ], "on their heads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ash Wednesday",1,1,1 ], "the first day of Lent, named from the practice of Christians of placing ashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashanti",1,1,1 ], "Area: 24,390 sq| km (9417 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ashanti",1,1,1 ], "an administrative region of central Ghana: former native kingdom, suppressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashanti",1,1,1 ], "by the British in 1900 after four wars| Capital: Kumasi| Pop|: 1,477,397 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ashanti",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Ashanti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashanti",1,1,3 ], "a former name for Twi (the language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashcroft",1,1,1 ], "Dame Peggy| born 1907, English actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashe" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1943, U|S| tennis player: U|S| champion 1968; Wimbledon champion 1975",1). c_DEF([ "Asher",1,1,1 ], "the son of Jacob and ancestor of one of the 12 tribes of Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashes",1,1,1 ], "Australia in test cricket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ashes",1,1,1 ], "a cremated cricket stump constituting a trophy competed for by England and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashford",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SE England in central Kent| Pop|: 35,560 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashkenazi",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashkenazi",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Jews of Germany and E Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashkenazi",1,1,3 ], "a Jew of German or E European descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashkenazi",1,1,4 ], "the pronunciation of Hebrew used by these Jews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashkhabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Turkmen SSR| Pop|: 289,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashkhabad",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ashton",1,1,1 ], "(1964), and A Month in the Country (1976)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ashton",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frederick| born 1906, British ballet dancer and choreographer| His ballets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashton",1,1,1 ], "include Facade (1931), to music by Walton, La Fille mal gardee (1960), The Dream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ashton-under-Lyne",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 48,865 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashtoreth",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Semitic fertility goddess, identified with Astarte and Ishtar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashur",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Assur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashurbanipal",1,1,1 ], "died 626 b|c|, king of Assyria (??668-??626): son of Esarhaddon| He built the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ashurbanipal",1,1,1 ], "magnificent palace and library at Nineveh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asia Minor",1,1,1 ], "the historical name for Anatolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "Ocean, the Indian Ocean, and the Mediterranean and Red Seas in the west| It includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 2,052,000,000 (1968 est|)| Area: 44,391,162 sq| km (17,139,445 sq| miles)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "groups of Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Ceylon; contains the mountain ranges" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "large rivers including the Mekong, Irrawaddy, Indus, Ganges, Tigris, and Euphrates|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "of the Hindu Kush, Himalayas, Pamirs, Tien Shan, Urals, and Caucasus, the great" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "plateaus of India, Iran, and Tibet, vast plains and deserts, and the valleys of many" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "the large peninsulas of Asia Minor, India, Arabia, and Indo-China and the island" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Asia",1,1,1 ], "the largest of the continents, bordering on the Arctic Ocean, the Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asian flu",1,1,1 ], "1957" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Asian flu",1,1,1 ], "a type of influenza recurring in worldwide epidemics, caused by a virus (A2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asian flu",1,1,1 ], "strain or subsequent antigenic variants), which apparently originated in China in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Asia or to any of its peoples or languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Asia or a descendant of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asiatic beetle",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese scarabaeid beetle, Anomala orientalis, introduced into Hawaii and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asiatic beetle",1,1,1 ], "the northeastern U|S|: a serious pest of sugar cane and cereal crops by destroying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asiatic beetle",1,1,1 ], "the roots" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Asiatic cholera",1,1,1 ], "another name for cholera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asiatic",1,2,1 ], "another name for Asian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asir",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: about 1,000,000 (1970 est|)| Area: 103,600 sq| km (40,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asir",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea: under Turkish rule until 1933|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ask",1,1,1 ], "the first man, created by the gods from an ash tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Askja",1,1,1 ], "Height: 1510 m (4954 ft|)| Area of crater: 88 sq| km (34 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Askja",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in E central Iceland: active in 1961; largest crater in Iceland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asmara",1,1,1 ], "a city in Ethiopia: capital of Eritrea| Pop|: 317,950 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asmodeus",1,1,1 ], "(in Jewish demonology) prince of the demons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asni",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of Paris, on the Seine| Pop|: 75,679 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aso",1,1,1 ], "Naka-dake, has the largest crater in the world, between 16 km (10 miles) and 24 km (15" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aso",1,1,1 ], "a group of five volcanic cones in Japan on central Kyushu, one of which," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aso",1,1,1 ], "miles) in diameter| Highest cone: 1592 m (5223 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Asoka",1,1,1 ], "died 232 b|c|, Indian emperor (??273-232 b|c|), who elevated Buddhism to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asoka",1,1,1 ], "official state religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aspasia",1,1,1 ], "5th century b|c|, Greek courtesan; mistress of Pericles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asperges",1,1,1 ], "a short rite preceding Mass, in which the celebrant sprinkles those present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asperges",1,1,1 ], "with holy water to the accompaniment of the chant Asperges me, Domine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asperges",1,1,2 ], "the chant opening with these words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aspinwall",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Colon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asquith",1,1,1 ], "(1908-16); leader of the Liberal Party (1908-26)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asquith",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Oxford and Asquith| 1852-1928, British statesman; prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assad",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, Syrian statesman and general president of Syria since 1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assam",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Shillong| Pop|: 14,957,542 (1971)| Area: about 220,150 sq| km (85,000 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Assam",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE India, situated in the central Brahmaputra valley: tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assam",1,1,1 ], "forest, with the heaviest rainfall in the world; produces large quantities of tea|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assam",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Assamese",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family and closely related to Bengali" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assamese",1,1,1 ], "the state language of Assam, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assamese",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Assam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assamese",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Assam, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assassin",1,1,1 ], "a member of a secret sect of Muslim fanatics operating in Persia and Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assassin",1,1,1 ], "from about 1090 to 1256, murdering their victims, usually Crusaders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assembly",1,1,1 ], "the lower chamber in various American state legislatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assen",1,1,1 ], "a city in the N Netherlands, capital of Drenthe province| Pop|: 42,410 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assen",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asshur",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Assur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assiniboine",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Canada, rising in E Saskatchewan and flowing southeast and east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assiniboine",1,1,1 ], "to the Red River at Winnipeg| Length: over 860 km (500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assisi",1,1,1 ], "Franciscan religious order here in 1208| Pop|: 24,002 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assisi",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Italy, in Umbria: birthplace of St| Francis, who founded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assiut",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Asyut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assuan",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Aswan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assumption",1,1,1 ], "life was ended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assumption",1,1,1 ], "the taking up of the Virgin Mary (body and soul) into heaven when her earthly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assumption",1,1,2 ], "the feast commemorating this, celebrated by Roman Catholics on Aug| 15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assur" ,1, 1, 1],"Asshur, or Ashur n",1). c_DEF([ "Assur" ,1, 1, 2],"symbol was an archer within a winged disc",2). c_DEF([ "Assur" ,1, 1, 2],"the supreme national god of the ancient Assyrians, chiefly a war god, whose",1). c_DEF([ "Assur" ,1, 1, 3],"(60 miles) downstream from the present-day city of Mosul",2). c_DEF([ "Assur" ,1, 1, 3],"one of the chief cities of ancient Assyria, on the River Tigris about 100 km",1). c_DEF([ "Assurbanipal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ashurbanipal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assyria",1,1,1 ], "an ancient kingdom of N Mesopotamia: it established an empire that stretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assyria",1,1,1 ], "b|c| Its chief cities were Assur and Nineveh" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Assyria",1,1,1 ], "from Egypt to the Persian Gulf, reaching its greatest extent between 721 and 633" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assyrian",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of ancient Assyria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assyrian",1,1,2 ], "the Afro-Asiatic family and regarded as a dialect of Akkadian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assyrian",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of the Assyrians, belonging to the E Semitic subfamily of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assyrian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the ancient Assyrians, their language," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assyrian",1,2,1 ], "or culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assyriology",1,1,1 ], "Assyria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Assyriology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the culture, history, and archaeological remains of ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Assyr|",1,1,1 ], "Assyrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astaire",1,1,1 ], "born 1899, U|S| dancer, whose films include Top Hat (1935)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astarte",1,1,1 ], "a fertility goddess worshipped by the Phoenicians: identified with Ashtoreth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astarte",1,1,1 ], "of the Hebrews and Ishtar of the Babylonians and Assyrians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asti",1,1,1 ], "76,048 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asti",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Italy: famous for its sparkling wine (Asti spumante)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astolat",1,1,1 ], "a town in Arthurian legend: location unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aston",1,1,1 ], "1877-1945, English physicist and chemist, who developed the first mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aston",1,1,1 ], "chemistry 1922" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aston",1,1,1 ], "spectograph, using it to investigate the isotopic structures of elements: Nobel prize for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Astor",1,1,1 ], "John Jacob, 1st Baron Astor of Hever| 1886-1971, British proprietor of The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astor",1,1,1 ], "Times (1922-66)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Astor",1,1,2 ], "Viscountess Nancy Witcher Langhorne | 1879-1964, British politician, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astor",1,1,2 ], "the U|S|; the first woman to sit in the British House of Commons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Astoria",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Oregon, near the mouth of the Columbia River: founded as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astoria",1,1,1 ], "fur-trading post in 1811 by John Jacob Astor| Pop|: 10,244 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Astrakhan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, on the delta of the Volga River, 21 m (70 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Astrakhan",1,1,1 ], "below sea level| Pop|: 452,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asturias",1,1,1 ], "Cantabrian Mountains: a Christian stronghold against the Moors (8th to 13th centuries);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asturias",1,1,1 ], "a region and former kingdom of NW Spain, consisting of a coastal plain and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asturias",1,1,1 ], "rich mineral resources" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Astyanax",1,1,1 ], "by the Greeks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Astyanax",1,1,1 ], "the young son of Hector and Andromache, who was hurled from the walls of Troy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asunci",1,1,1 ], "miles) from the Atlantic| Pop|: 387,676 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asunci",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Paraguay, on the Paraguay River, 1530 km (950" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asur",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Assur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aswan High Dam",1,1,1 ], "a dam on the Nile forming a reservoir (Lake Nasser) extending 480 km (300" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aswan High Dam",1,1,1 ], "dam: 109 m (365 ft|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Aswan High Dam",1,1,1 ], "miles) from the First to the Third Cataracts: opened in 1971, it was built 6 km (4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aswan High Dam",1,1,1 ], "miles) upstream from the old Aswan Dam (built in 1902 and twice raised)| Height of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aswan",1,1,1 ], "246,000 (1974 est|)| Ancient name: Syene|Also: Assuan, Assouan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aswan",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in SE Egypt, on the Nile, just below the First Cataract| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Asyut",1,1,1 ], "Ancient Greek name: Lycopolis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Asyut",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in central Egypt, on the Nile| Pop|: 197,200 (1974 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "As|",1,1,1 ], "Asia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "As|",1,1,2 ], "Asiatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "At",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "At",1,1,2 ], "astatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "At",1,2,1 ], "ampere-turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atacama Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert region along the W coast of South America, mainly in N Chile: a major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atacama Desert",1,1,1 ], "source of nitrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atahualpa",1,1,1 ], "1500-33, the last Inca emperor of Peru (1525-33), who was put to death by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atahualpa",1,1,1 ], "Spanish under Pizarro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atalanta",1,1,1 ], "She lost to Hippomenes when she paused to pick up three golden apples that he had" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atalanta",1,1,1 ], "a maiden who agreed to marry any man who could defeat her in a running race|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atalanta",1,1,1 ], "deliberately dropped" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Atat",1,1,1 ], "of the Turkish republic and president of Turkey (1923-38), who westernized and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atat",1,1,1 ], "original name Mustafa Kemal| 1881-1938, Turkish general and statesman; founder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atat",1,1,1 ], "secularized the country" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Atbara",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Sudan| Pop|: 64,326 (1973)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atbara",1,1,2 ], "Nile at Atbara| Length: over 800 km (500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atbara",1,1,2 ], "a river in NE Africa, rising in N Ethiopia and flowing through E Sudan to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ate",1,1,1 ], "a goddess who makes men blind so that they will blunder into guilty acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aten",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egypt) the solar disc worshipped as the sole god in the reign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aten",1,1,1 ], "Akhenaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athabaska",1,1,1 ], "Lake| a lake in W Canada, in NW Saskatchewan and NE Alberta| Area: about 7770" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athabaska",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (3000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athabaska",1,1,2 ], "Lake Athabaska| Length: 1230 km (765 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athabaska",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Canada, rising in the Rocky Mountains and flowing northeast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athamas",1,1,1 ], "a king of Orchomenus in Boeotia; the father of Phrixus and Helle by his first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athamas",1,1,1 ], "wife Nephele, whom he deserted for Ino" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athanasian Creed",1,1,1 ], "a profession of faith widely used in the Western Church which, though formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athanasian Creed",1,1,1 ], "attributed to Athanasius, probably originated in Gaul between 381 and 428 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athanasius",1,1,1 ], "296-373 a|d|, patriarch of Alexandria who championed Christian orthodoxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athanasius",1,1,1 ], "against Arianism| Feast day: May 2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athapascan",1,1,1 ], "a group of North American Indian languages belonging to the Na-Dene phylum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athapascan",1,1,1 ], "including Apache and Navaho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athapascan",1,1,2 ], "a speaker of one of these languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atharva-Veda",1,1,1 ], "incantations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atharva-Veda",1,1,1 ], "the fourth and latest Veda, largely consisting of priestly spells and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athelbert",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ethelbert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athelred",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ethelred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athelstan",1,1,1 ], "895-939 a|d|, king of Wessex and Mercia (924-939 a|d|), who extended his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athelstan",1,1,1 ], "kingdom to include most of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athena",1,1,1 ], "a virgin goddess of wisdom, practical skills, and prudent warfare| She was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athena",1,1,1 ], "born, fully armed, from the head of Zeus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athena",1,1,2 ], "Roman counterpart: Minerva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athenaeum" ,1, 1, 1],"(in ancient Greece) a building sacred to the goddess Athena, esp| the Athenian",1). c_DEF([ "Athenaeum" ,1, 1, 1],"temple that served as a gathering place for the learned",2). c_DEF([ "Athenaeum" ,1, 1, 2],"(in imperial Rome) the academy of learning established near the Forum in about",1). c_DEF([ "Athenaeum" ,1, 1, 2],"135 a|d| by Hadrian",2). c_DEF([ "Athenian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athenian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athens",1,1,1 ], "(a!#Ggine)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Athens",1,1,1 ], "after independence in 1834; ancient city-state, most powerful in the 5th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athens",1,1,1 ], "b|c|;contains the hill citadel of the Acropolis| Pop|: 867,023 (1971)| Greek name: Athinai" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Athens",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Greece, in the southeast near the Saronic Gulf: became capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Athos",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Karyai| Pop|: 1732 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Athos",1,1,1 ], "Greek Orthodox Basilian monks in 20 monasteries founded in the tenth century|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Athos",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE Greece, in Macedonia: autonomous since 1927; inhabited by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atkinson",1,1,1 ], "Sir Harry Albert| 1831-92, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atkinson",1,1,1 ], "minister of New Zealand (1876-77; 1883-84; 1887-91)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlanta",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Georgia: the state capital| Pop|: 451,123 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantean",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like Atlas; extremely strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantean",1,1,2 ], "of or connected with Atlantis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Charter",1,1,1 ], "14, 1941, consisting of eight principles to guide a postwar settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Charter",1,1,1 ], "the joint declaration issued by F| D| Roosevelt and Winston Churchill on Aug|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic City",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 47,859 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic City",1,1,1 ], "a resort in SE New Jersey on Absecon Beach, an island on the Atlantic coast|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway",1,1,1 ], "a system of inland and coastal waterways along the Atlantic coast of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway",1,1,1 ], "from Cape Cod to Florida Bay| Length: 2495 km (1550 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "(31,500,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "Europe and Africa| Greatest depth: 9220 m (30,246 ft|)| Area: about 81,585,000 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "south by the Antarctic, in the west by North and South America, and in the east by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Ocean",1,1,1 ], "the world's second largest ocean, bounded in the north by the Arctic, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Provinces",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Maritime Provinces of Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "the local time used in eastern Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic",1,1,1 ], "the| short for the Atlantic Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to or bordering the Atlantic Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Atlas or the Atlas Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantis",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient legend) a continent said to have sunk beneath the Atlantic Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlantis",1,1,1 ], "west of the Straits of Gibraltar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlas Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Desert| Highest peak: Mount Toubkal, 4165 m (13,664 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlas Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of N Africa, between the Mediterranean and the Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlas",1,1,1 ], "a Titan compelled to support the sky on his shoulders as punishment for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atlas",1,1,1 ], "rebelling against Zeus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atlas",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| intercontinental ballistic missile, also used in launching spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atli",1,1,1 ], "a king of the Huns who married Gudrun for her inheritance and was slain by her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atli",1,1,1 ], "after he killed her brothers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atomic Energy Authority",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a government body established in 1954 to control research and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atomic Energy Authority",1,1,1 ], "development in atomic energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atomic Energy Commission",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a federal board established in 1946 to administer and develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atomic Energy Commission",1,1,1 ], "domestic atomic energy programmes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aton",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atreus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Mycenae, son of Pelops, father of Agamemnon and Menelaus, and member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atreus",1,1,1 ], "of the family known as the Atreids " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atropos",1,1,1 ], "the one of the three Fates who severs the thread of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attenborough",1,1,1 ], "Sir Richard| born 1923, English film actor and producer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attic order",1,1,1 ], "a low pilaster of any order set into the cornice of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attic salt",1,1,1 ], "refined incisive wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Attica, its inhabitants, or the dialect of Greek spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attic",1,1,1 ], "there, esp| in classical times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attic",1,1,2 ], "classically elegant, simple, or pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attic",1,2,1 ], "dialect of classical Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attic",1,2,1 ], "the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken and written in Athens: the chief literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attica",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Athens| Pop|: 2,303,051 (1971)| Area: 3776 sq| km (1458 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attica",1,1,1 ], "a department of E central Greece: in ancient times the territory of Athens|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atticism",1,1,1 ], "Hellenistic period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Atticism",1,1,1 ], "the idiom or character of the Attic dialect of Ancient Greek, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Atticism",1,1,2 ], "an elegant, simple, and clear expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attila",1,1,1 ], "406-453 a|d|, king of the Huns, who devastated much of the Roman Empire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attila",1,1,1 ], "Chalons-sur-Marne" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Attila",1,1,1 ], "invaded Gaul in 451 a|d|, but was defeated by the Romans and Visigoths at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attis",1,1,1 ], "a youth of Phrygia, loved by the goddess Cybele| In a jealous passion she" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attis",1,1,1 ], "caused him to go mad, whereupon he castrated himself and died" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attlee",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl Attlee| 1883-1967, British statesman; prime minister (1945-51);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attlee",1,1,1 ], "leader of the Labour party (1935-55)| His government instituted the welfare state," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attlee",1,1,1 ], "with extensive nationalization" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Attorney General",1,1,1 ], "(in the United Kingdom except Scotland) the senior law officer and chief legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attorney General",1,1,1 ], "counsel of the Crown: a member of the government and of the House of Commons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attorney General",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the chief law officer and legal adviser to the Administration:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Attorney General",1,1,2 ], "head of the Department of Justice and member of the cabinet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attu",1,1,1 ], "of the Near Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Attu",1,1,1 ], "the westernmost of the Aleutian Islands, off the coast of SW Alaska: largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Att| Gen|",1,1,1 ], "Attorney General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Au",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aube",1,1,1 ], "Troyes| Pop|: 292,325 (1975)| Area: 6026 sq| km (2350 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aube",1,1,1 ], "a department of N central France, in Champagne-Ardenne region| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aube",1,1,2 ], "a river in N central France, flowing northwest to the Seine| Length: about 225" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aube",1,1,2 ], "km (140 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aubervilliers",1,1,1 ], "Notre-Dame-des-Vertus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aubervilliers",1,1,1 ], "an industrial suburb of Paris, on the Seine| Pop|: 72,997 (1975)| Former name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aubrey",1,1,1 ], "1626-97, English antiquary and author, noted for his vivid biographies of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aubrey",1,1,1 ], "contemporaries, Brief Lives (edited 1898)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aubusson",1,1,1 ], "Aubusson in Creuse department, France, esp| flat-woven carpets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aubusson",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to carpets or tapestries of a type made in and near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auckland Islands",1,1,1 ], "(234 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Auckland Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of six uninhabited islands, south of New Zealand| Area: 611 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auckland",1,1,1 ], "capital of New Zealand (1840-65)| Pop|: 152,600 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Auckland",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of New Zealand, in the northern part of North Island: former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aude",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Carcassonne| Pop|: 279,003 (1975)| Area: 6342 sq| km (2473 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aude",1,1,1 ], "a department of S France on the Gulf of Lions, in Languedoc-Roussillon region|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auden" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Auden" ,1, 1, 2],"1907-73, English poet, dramatist, critic, and librettist, noted for his lyric",1). c_DEF([ "Auden" ,1, 1, 2],"Isherwood",3). c_DEF([ "Auden" ,1, 1, 2],"and satirical poems and for plays written in collaboration with Christopher",2). c_DEF([ "Audubon",1,1,1 ], "1785-1851, U|S| naturalist and artist, noted particularly for his paintings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Audubon",1,1,1 ], "birds in Birds of America (1827-38)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Auer",1,1,1 ], "Baron von Welsbach| 1858-1929, Austrian chemist who discovered the cerium-iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auer",1,1,1 ], "alloy used for flints in cigarette lighters and invented the incandescent gas mantle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aufklrung",1,1,1 ], "the Enlightenment, esp| in Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augean stables",1,1,1 ], "Hercules diverted the River Alpheus through them and cleaned them in a day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augean stables",1,1,1 ], "the stables, not cleaned for 30 years, where King Augeas kept 3000 oxen|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augean",1,1,1 ], "extremely dirty or corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auger effect",1,1,1 ], "of a vacancy being filled in an inner electron shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Auger effect",1,1,1 ], "the emission of an electron instead of a photon by an excited ion as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augsburg",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)| Roman name: Augusta Vindelicorum" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Augsburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in S West Germany, in Bavaria: founded by the Romans in 14 b|c|;site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augsburg",1,1,1 ], "between Lutherans and Catholics in the Holy Roman Empire and established the principle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Augsburg",1,1,1 ], "that each ruler should determine the form of worship in his lands| Pop|: 256,908" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Augsburg",1,1,1 ], "the diet that produced the Peace of Augsburg (1555), which ended the struggles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "August",1,1,1 ], "the eighth month of the year, consisting of 31 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augusta",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Italy, in E Sicily| Pop|: 44,794 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of, denoting, or relating to the Roman emperor Augustus Caesar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,1,1 ], "his period, or the poets, notably Virgil, Horace, and Ovid, writing during his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,1,1 ], "reign" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,1,2 ], "Corneille, Racine, and Moli`ere) or the 18th century in England (the period of Swift," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,1,2 ], "Pope, and Johnson, much influenced by Dryden)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,1,2 ], "and classicism, esp| the late 17th century in France (the period of the dramatists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of any literary period noted for refinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,2,1 ], "an author in an Augustan Age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustan",1,2,2 ], "a student of or specialist in Augustan literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustine",1,1,1 ], "De Civitate Dei, a vindication of the Christian Church| Feast day: Aug| 28" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Augustine",1,1,1 ], "Hippo in North Africa (396-430), who profoundly influenced both Catholic and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augustine",1,1,1 ], "Protestant theology| His most famous works are Confessions, a spiritual autobiography, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Augustine",1,1,1 ], "Saint| 354-430 a|d|, one of the Fathers of the Christian Church;bishop of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustine",1,1,2 ], "Saint| died 604 a|d|, Roman monk, who converted the English to Christianity;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustine",1,1,2 ], "became the first archbishop of Canterbury (601-604)| Feast day: May 28" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augustine",1,1,3 ], "a member of an Augustinian order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustinian",1,1,1 ], "Christian religious orders founded on his doctrines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augustinian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Saint Augustine of Hippo, his doctrines, or any of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustinian",1,2,1 ], "Augustinian Hermits, and Austin Friars, which are governed by the rule of Saint Augustine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augustinian",1,2,1 ], "a member of any of several religious orders, such as the Augustinian Canons," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustinian",1,2,2 ], "a person who follows the doctrines of Saint Augustine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustus",1,1,1 ], "he became first emperor of Rome, adopting the title Augustus (27 b|c|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Augustus",1,1,1 ], "known as Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus|63 b|c|-14 a|d|, Roman statesman, a member of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Augustus",1,1,1 ], "original name Gaius Octavianus;after his adoption by Julius Caesar (44 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Augustus",1,1,1 ], "the second triumvirate (43 b|c|)| After defeating Mark Antony at Actium (31 b|c|)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aug|",1,1,1 ], "August" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aulic Council",1,1,1 ], "a council, founded in 1498, of the Holy Roman Emperor| It functioned mainly as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aulic Council",1,1,1 ], "a judicial body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aulis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in E central Greece, in Boeotia: traditionally the harbour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aulis",1,1,1 ], "from which the Greeks sailed at the beginning of the Trojan war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aunt Sally",1,1,1 ], "a figure of an old woman's head, typically with a clay pipe, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aunt Sally",1,1,1 ], "fairgrounds and fetes as a target for balls or other objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aunt Sally",1,1,2 ], "any person who is a target for insults or criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aunt Sally",1,1,3 ], "something set up as a target for disagreement or attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aurangzeb",1,1,1 ], "1618-1707, Mogul emperor of Hindustan (1658-1707), whose reign marked both the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aurangzeb",1,1,1 ], "Mahrattas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aurangzeb",1,1,1 ], "height of Mogul prosperity and the decline of its power through the revolts of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aurelian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Lucius Domitius Aurelianus| 212-275 a|d|, Roman emperor (270-275)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aurelian",1,1,1 ], "who conquered Palmyra (273) and restored political unity to the Roman Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aureomycin",1,1,1 ], "a brand of chlortetracycline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auric",1,1,1 ], "born 1899, French composer one of les Six| His works include ballet and film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auric",1,1,1 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aurignacian",1,1,1 ], "by cave art and evidence of the beginnings of religion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aurignacian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or produced during a flint culture of the Upper Palaeolithic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aurignacian",1,1,1 ], "type characterized by the use of bone and antler tools, pins, awls, etc|, and also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Auriol",1,1,1 ], "1884-1966, French statesman president of the Fourth Republic (1947-54)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aurora",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of the dawn| Greek counterpart: Eos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aurora",1,1,2 ], "the dawn or rise of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aurora",2,1,1 ], "another name for Maewo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auschwitz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Oswiecim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ausgleich",1,1,1 ], "the agreement (1867) that established the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ausonius",1,1,1 ], "310-395 a|d|, Latin poet, born in Gaul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aussie",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for Australian or (rare)Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austen",1,1,1 ], "1775-1817, English novelist, noted particularly for the insight and delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austen",1,1,1 ], "Northanger Abbey (1818), and Persuasion (1818)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Austen",1,1,1 ], "Sensibility (1811), Pride and Prejudice (1813), Mansfield Park (1814), Emma (1816)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Austen",1,1,1 ], "irony of her portrayal of middle-class families| Her completed novels are Sense and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Auster",1,1,1 ], "the south wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austerlitz",1,1,1 ], "Slavkov" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Austerlitz",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Czechoslovakia, in Moravia: site of Napoleon's victory over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austerlitz",1,1,1 ], "the Russian and Austrian armies in 1805| Pop|: 4747 (1972 est|)| Czech name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austin",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 291,214 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austin",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Texas, on the Colorado River: state capital since 1845|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austin",2,1,1 ], "(1832) greatly influenced legal theory and the English legal system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austin",2,1,1 ], "1790-1859, English jurist, whose book The Province of Jurisprudence Determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austral Islands",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Tubuai Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australasia",1,1,1 ], "Australia, New Zealand, and neighbouring islands in the S Pacific Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australasia",1,1,2 ], "(loosely) the whole of Oceania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australia Day",1,1,1 ], "1788: observed on the first Monday after January 26" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australia Day",1,1,1 ], "a public holiday in Australia, commemorating the landing of the British in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australia",1,1,1 ], "Canberra| Pop|: 13,546,200 (1976)| Area: 7,686,845 sq| km (2,967,894 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Australia",1,1,1 ], "Great Barrier Reef off the NE coast| Language: English| Currency: dollar| Capital:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Australia",1,1,1 ], "Indian Ocean and the Pacific: a former British colony, now an independent member of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australia",1,1,1 ], "the Commonwealth; consists chiefly of a low plateau, mostly arid in the west, with" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Australia",1,1,1 ], "the basin of the Murray River and the Great Dividing Range in the east and the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Australia",1,1,1 ], "the smallest continent and largest island in the world, situated between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Alps",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Mount Kosciusko, 2195 m (7316 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE Australia, in E Victoria and SE New South Wales|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Antarctic Territory",1,1,1 ], "160 degrees E" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Antarctic Territory",1,1,1 ], "Australia, lying south of latitude 60 degrees S and between longitudes 45 degrees E and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Antarctic Territory",1,1,1 ], "the area of Antarctica, other than Adelie Land, that is administered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Capital Territory",1,1,1 ], "197,600 (1976)| Area: 2432 sq| km (939 sq| miles)| Former name: Federal Capital" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Capital Territory",1,1,1 ], "Territory" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Capital Territory",1,1,1 ], "a territory of SE Australia, within New South Wales: consists of two exclaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Capital Territory",1,1,1 ], "one containing Canberra, the capital of Australia, and one at Jervis Bay| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Rules",1,1,1 ], "a game resembling rugby football, played in Australia between teams of 18 men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Rules",1,1,1 ], "each on an oval pitch, with a ball resembling a large rugby ball| Players attempt to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Rules",1,1,1 ], "kick the ball between posts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Rules",1,1,2 ], "(without crossbars) at either end of the pitch, scoring six points for a goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Rules",1,1,3 ], "(between the two main posts) and one point for a behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Rules",1,1,4 ], "(between either of two outer posts and the main posts)| They may punch or kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian Rules",1,1,4 ], "the ball and run with it provided that they bounce it every ten yards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian terrier",1,1,1 ], "a small wire-haired breed of terrier similar to the cairn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,1,2 ], "the form of English spoken in Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,1,3 ], "Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,1,3 ], "a linguistic phylum consisting of the languages spoken by the Aborigines of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,2,1 ], "form of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Australia, the Australians, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,2,2 ], "Australian Aborigines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the phylum of languages spoken by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,2,3 ], "Polynesia, New Guinea, and the Moluccas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australian",1,2,3 ], "of or denoting a zoogeographical region consisting of Australia, New Zealand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australiana",1,1,1 ], "esp| in the form of a collection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australiana",1,1,1 ], "objects, such as books, relics, etc|, considered to be typical of Australia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australianism",1,1,1 ], "the Australian national character or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australianism",1,1,2 ], "loyalty to Australia, its political independence, culture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australianism",1,1,3 ], "Australia, its people, or their culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australianism",1,1,3 ], "a linguistic usage, custom, or other feature peculiar to or characteristic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australianize",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a new immigrant) to adopt or cause to adopt Australian habits and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australianize",1,1,1 ], "attitudes integrate into Australian society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australoid",1,1,1 ], "Australian Aborigines and certain other peoples of southern Asia and the Pacific islands," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Australoid",1,1,1 ], "characterized by dark skin, flat retreating forehead, and medium stature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Australoid",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to a racial group that includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australoid",1,2,1 ], "any member of this racial group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Australorp",1,1,1 ], "a heavy black breed of domestic fowl laying brown eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austral|",1,1,1 ], "Australasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austral|",1,1,2 ], "Australia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austrasia",1,1,1 ], "capital at Metz and lasted from 511 a|d| until 814 a|d|It covered the area now" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austrasia",1,1,1 ], "comprising NE France, Belgium, and western Germany" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Austrasia",1,1,1 ], "the eastern region of the kingdom of the Merovingian Franks that had its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austria",1,1,1 ], "7,545,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 83,849 sq| km (32,374 sq| miles)| German name: Osterreich" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Austria",1,1,1 ], "German| Religion: chiefly Roman Catholic| Currency: schilling| Capital: Vienna| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Austria",1,1,1 ], "a dual monarchy with Hungary in 1867 and became a republic in 1919; contains part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austria",1,1,1 ], "a republic in central Europe: ruled by the Hapsburgs from 1282 to 1918; formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austria",1,1,1 ], "of the Alps, the Danube basin in the east, and extensive forests| Language:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Austria-Hungary",1,1,1 ], "Hungary, Czechoslovakia, and parts of Poland, Rumania, Yugoslavia, the Ukraine, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austria-Hungary",1,1,1 ], "Italy| The empire was broken up after World War I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Austria-Hungary",1,1,1 ], "the Dual Monarchy established in 1867, consisting of what are now Austria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austro-",1,1,1 ], "southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austro-",2,1,1 ], "Austrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austro-Asiatic",1,1,1 ], "Malayo-Polynesian together with Mon-Khmer, certain Indian languages, Papuan, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austro-Asiatic",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical phylum or superfamily of languages that would consist of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austronesia",1,1,1 ], "Micronesia, and Polynesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Austronesia",1,1,1 ], "the islands of the central and S Pacific, including Indonesia, Melanesia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austronesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Austronesia, its peoples, or their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Austronesian",1,2,1 ], "another name for Malayo-Polynesian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aust|",1,1,1 ], "Australia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aust|",1,1,2 ], "Austria(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aus|",1,1,1 ], "Australia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aus|",1,1,2 ], "Austria(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Authorized Version",1,1,1 ], "an English translation of the Bible published in 1611 under James I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auth| Ver|",1,1,1 ], "Authorized Version (of the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Autoharp",1,1,1 ], "a zither-like musical instrument used in country-and-western music, equipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Autoharp",1,1,1 ], "allowing chords to be played| It is plucked with the fingers or a plectrum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Autoharp",1,1,1 ], "with button-controlled dampers that can prevent selected strings from sounding, thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Autolycus",1,1,1 ], "3000 metres deep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Autolycus",1,1,1 ], "a crater in the NW quadrant of the moon about 38 kilometres in diameter and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Autolycus",2,1,1 ], "a thief who stole cattle from his neighbour Sisyphus and prevented him from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Autolycus",2,1,1 ], "recognizing them by making them invisible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Auvergne",1,1,1 ], "a region of S central France: largely mountainous, rising over 1800 m (6000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Auvergne",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aux Cayes",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Les Cayes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Av",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avalon Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a large peninsula of Newfoundland, between Trinity and Placentia Bays| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avalon Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "about 10,000 sq| km (4000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avalon",1,1,1 ], "Arthur was taken after he was mortally wounded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avalon",1,1,1 ], "an island paradise in the western seas: in Arthurian legend it is where King" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avar",1,1,1 ], "9th century a|d|: crushed by Charlemagne around 800" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avar",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of unknown origin in E Europe from the sixth to the early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ave Maria",1,1,1 ], "(Luke 1:28) and Elisabeth (Luke 1:42) to her; Hail Mary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ave Maria",1,1,1 ], "a prayer to the Virgin Mary, based on the salutations of the angel Gabriel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ave",1,1,1 ], "short for Ave Maria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ave",1,1,2 ], "repetition of the Ave Maria in this devotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ave",1,1,2 ], "the time for the Angelus to be recited, so called because of the threefold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ave",1,1,3 ], "the beads of the rosary used to count the number of Ave Marias said" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avebury",1,1,1 ], "a village in Wiltshire, near Stonehenge: site of an extensive neolithic stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avebury",1,1,1 ], "circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aveiro",1,1,1 ], "a port in N central Portugal, on the Aveiro lagoon: ancient Roman town; linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aveiro",1,1,1 ], "by canal with the Atlantic Ocean| Pop|: 51,709 (1970)| Ancient name: Talabriga" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avellaneda",1,1,1 ], "(1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avellaneda",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Argentina, an industrial suburb of Buenos Aires| Pop|: 329,626" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aventine",1,1,1 ], "one of the seven hills on which Rome was built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Averno",1,1,1 ], "a crater lake in Italy, near Naples: in ancient times regarded as an entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Averno",1,1,1 ], "to hell| Latin name: Avernus " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Averroes",1,1,1 ], "Arabic name ibn-Rushd| 1126-88, Arab philosopher and physician in Spain, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Averroes",1,1,1 ], "particularly for his attempts to reconcile Aristotelian philosophy with Islamic religion," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Averroes",1,1,1 ], "which profoundly influenced Christian scholasticism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Averroism",1,1,1 ], "the teachings of Averroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aves",1,1,1 ], "the class of vertebrates comprising the birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avesta",1,1,1 ], "Zoroaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avesta",1,1,1 ], "a collection of sacred writings of Zoroastrianism, including the Songs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avestan",1,1,1 ], "family; the language of the Avesta| Formerly called: Zend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avestan",1,1,1 ], "the oldest recorded language of the Iranian branch of the Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avestan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Avesta or its language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aveyron",1,1,1 ], "289,352 (1975)| Area: 8771 sq| km (3421 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aveyron",1,1,1 ], "a department of S France in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Rodez| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ave|",1,1,1 ], "avenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avicenna",1,1,1 ], "Arabic name ibn-Sina| 980-1037, Arab philosopher and physician whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avicenna",1,1,1 ], "influenced scholasticism, and whose medical work Qanun was the greatest single influence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Avicenna",1,1,1 ], "on medieval medicine" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Avicenna",1,1,1 ], "philosophical writings, which combined Aristotelianism with neo-Platonist ideas, greatly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aviemore",1,1,1 ], "a winter sports resort in Scotland, in the Cairngorm Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avignon",1,1,1 ], "12th-century bridge, now partly destroyed| Pop|: 93,024 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avignon",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE France, on the Rhone: seat of the papacy (1309-77); famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avila",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 30,983 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avila",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Spain: 11th-century granite walls and Romanesque cathedral|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avlona",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Vlore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avogadro constant",1,1,1 ], "10'2'3 per mole| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avogadro constant",1,1,1 ], "the number of atoms or molecules in a mole of a substance, equal to 6|022,52" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avogadro",1,1,1 ], "Conte di Quaregna| 1776-1856, Italian physicist, noted for his work on gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avogadro's law",1,1,1 ], "molecules at the same temperature and pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avogadro's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that equal volumes of all gases contain the same number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)| Area: 1336 sq| km (516 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,1 ], "(since 1974) a county of SW England, comprising areas that were formerly parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,1 ], "of N Somerset and Gloucestershire| Administrative centre: Bristol| Pop|: 920,200" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,2 ], "a river in central England, rising in Northamptonshire and flowing southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,2 ], "through Stratford-upon-Avon to the River Severn at Tewkesbury| Length: 154 km (96" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,3 ], "a river in SW England, rising in Gloucestershire and flowing south and west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,3 ], "through Bristol to the Severn estuary at Avonmouth|Length: 120 km (75 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,4 ], "Channel| Length: about 96 km (60 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",1,1,4 ], "a river in S England, rising in Wiltshire and flowing south to the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Avon",2,1,1 ], "title of (Anthony)Eden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Av|",1,1,1 ], "avenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Axis" ,1, 1, 2],"and lasting until their defeat in World War II",2). c_DEF([ "Axis" ,1, 1, 2],"the alliance of Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, and Japan, established in 1936",1). c_DEF([ "Axis" ,1, 1, 3],"as modifier: the Axis powers",1). c_DEF([ "Axminster carpet",1,1,1 ], "a type of patterned carpet with a cut pile| Often shortened to Axminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Axum",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aksum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayacucho",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Peru: nearby is the site of the battle (1824) that won" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayacucho",1,1,1 ], "independence for Peru| Pop|: 26,400 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aycliffe",1,1,1 ], "a town in Co| Durham: founded as a new town in 1947| Pop|: 20,190 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aydin",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Turkey: an ancient city of Lydia| Pop|: 50,551 (1970)| Ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aydin",1,1,1 ], "name: Tralles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ayer",1,1,1 ], "Sir Alfred Jules| born 1910, English positivist philosopher, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayer",1,1,1 ], "particularly for his antimetaphysical work Language, Truth, and Logic (1936)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ayers Rock",1,1,1 ], "330 m (1100 ft|)| Base circumference: 9 km (5|6 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ayers Rock",1,1,1 ], "the world's largest monolith, in the Northern Territory of Australia| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayesha",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aisha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayina",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Aegina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aylesbury",1,1,1 ], "38,499 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aylesbury",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE central England, administrative centre of Buckinghamshire| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aym",1,1,1 ], "1902-67, French writer: noted for his light and witty narratives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aymara",1,1,1 ], "a member of a South American Indian people of Bolivia and Peru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aymara",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, probably related to Quechua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayr",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Scotland, in Strathclyde region| Pop|: 47,884 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayr",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county of SW Scotland, now part of Strathclyde region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayrshire",1,1,1 ], "any one of a hardy breed of brown and white dairy cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayub Khan",1,1,1 ], "1907-74, Pakistani field marshal; president of Pakistan (1958-69)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayurveda",1,1,1 ], "an ancient medical treatise on the art of healing and prolonging life," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ayurveda",1,1,1 ], "sometimes regarded as a fifth Veda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ayutthaya",1,1,1 ], "1767; noted for its canals and ruins| Pop|: 501,000 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ayutthaya",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Thailand, on the Chao Phraya River: capital of the country until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azana",1,1,1 ], "1880-1940, Spanish statesman president of the Spanish Republic (1936-39) until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azana",1,1,1 ], "overthrown by Franco" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azazel",1,1,1 ], "a desert demon to whom the scapegoat bearing the sins of Israel was sent out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azazel",1,1,1 ], "once a year on the Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16:1-28)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azazel",1,1,2 ], "(in later Jewish and Gnostic writings and in Muslim tradition) a prince of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azazel",1,1,2 ], "demons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azbine",1,1,1 ], "another name for Air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "5,117,081 (1970)| Area: 86,600 sq| km (33,430 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, on the Caspian Sea in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "by the Caucasus; contains the extensive Baku oilfields| Capital: Baku| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "east: consists of dry subtropical steppes around the Aras and Kura Rivers, surrounded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijan",1,1,1 ], "Azerbaijan|Capitals: Tabriz and Rezaiyeh| Pop|: 3,600,000 (1977 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijan",1,1,1 ], "River: divided administratively into Eastern Azerbaijan and Western" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijan",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of NW Iran, separated from Soviet Azerbaijan by the Aras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijani",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Azerbaijan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijani",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azerbaijani",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azikiwe",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, Nigerian statesman first president of Nigeria (1963-66)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azilian",1,1,1 ], "a Palaeolithic culture of Spain and SW France that can be dated to the 10th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azilian",1,1,1 ], "millenium b|c|, characterized by flat bone harpoons and schematically painted pebbles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azilian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aznavour",1,1,1 ], "original name Varenagh Aznavourian| born 1924, French singer and film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azor",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Jose Martinez Ruiz| 1874-1967, Spanish writer: noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azor",1,1,1 ], "stories of the Spanish countryside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azores",1,1,1 ], "(1976)| Capital: Ponta Delgada (on Sao Miguel)| Pop|: 336,100 (1970)| Area: 2300 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Azores",1,1,1 ], "(888 sq| miles)| Portuguese name: Acores" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Azores",1,1,1 ], "districts of Angra do Heroismo, Horta, and Ponta Delgada: achieved partial autonomy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azores",1,1,1 ], "three groups of volcanic islands in the N Atlantic, forming the Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azov",1,1,1 ], "(14,500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Azov",1,1,1 ], "a shallow arm of the Black Sea, to which it is connected by the Kerch Strait:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azov",1,1,1 ], "almost entirely landlocked; fed chiefly by the River Don| Area: about 37,500 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Azrael",1,1,1 ], "(in Jewish and Islamic angelology) the angel who separates the soul from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Azrael",1,1,1 ], "body at death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aztec",1,1,1 ], "16th century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Aztec",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mexican Indian people who established a great empire, centred on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aztec",1,1,1 ], "the valley of Mexico, that was overthrown by Cortes and his followers in the early" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aztec",1,1,2 ], "the language of the Aztecs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aztec",1,2,1 ], "also Aztecan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Aztec",1,2,2 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Aztec",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Aztecs, their civilization, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|",1,1,1 ], "acre(s) or acreage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|",1,1,2 ], "America(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|",1,1,3 ], "answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|A|A|",1,1,1 ], "Amateur Athletic Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|A|A|",1,1,2 ], "Automobile Association of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|B|",1,1,1 ], "able-bodied seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|B|",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) Bachelor of Arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|B|A|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Amateur Boxing Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|B|A|",1,1,2 ], "American Booksellers Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|C|",1,1,1 ], "ante Christum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|C|",1,1,2 ], "Air Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|C|",1,1,3 ], "athletic club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|C|G|I|",1,1,1 ], "Associate of the City and Guilds Institute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|C|T|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Capital Territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|C|T|U|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Council of Trade Unions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|C|W|",1,1,1 ], "aircraftwoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 1],"anno Domini",1). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 3],"17th century (and not the 17th century a|d|)",2). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 3],"is only employed with specific yearshe died in 1621 a|d|, but he died in the",1). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 4],"Formerly the practice was to write a|d",1). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 5],"preceding the date (a|d| 1621), and it is also strictly correct to omit in",1). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 5],"when a|d",2). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 6],"Domini (in the year of Our Lord), but this is no longer general practice|b|c",2). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 6],"is used, since this is already contained in the meaning of the Latin anno",1). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 7],"born about 540 b|c|; the battle took place in the 4th century b|c",2). c_DEF([ "A|D|" ,1, 7],"is used with both specific dates and indications of the periodHeraclitus was",1). c_DEF([ "A|D|C|",1,1,1 ], "aide-de-camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|D|C|",1,1,2 ], "analog-digital converter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|D|P|",1,1,1 ], "automatic data processing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|E| & P|",1,1,1 ], "Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|E|A|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Atomic Energy Authority",1). c_DEF([ "A|E|U|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Amalgamated Engineering Union",1). c_DEF([ "A|E|or AE",1,1,1 ], "the pen name of (George William)Russell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|F|",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|F|A|M|",1,1,1 ], "Ancient Free and Accepted Masons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|F|C|",1,1,1 ], "Air Force Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|F|C|",1,1,2 ], "Association Football Club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|F|C|",1,1,3 ], "automatic flight control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|F|C|",1,1,4 ], "automatic frequency control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|F|M|",1,1,1 ], "Air Force Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|G|",1,1,1 ], "Adjutant General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|G|",1,1,2 ], "Attorney General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|G|",1,1,3 ], "Aktiengesellschaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|G|M|",1,1,1 ], "annual general meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|H|" ,1, 1, 1],"a|d|)",2). c_DEF([ "A|H|" ,1, 1, 1],"indicating years in the Muslim system of dating, numbered from the Hegira (622",1). c_DEF([ "A|H|" ,1, 1, 2],"anno Hegirae",1). c_DEF([ "A|I|",1,1,1 ], "artificial insemination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|A|",1,1,1 ], "Associate of the Institute of Actuaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|C|C|",1,1,1 ], "All India Congress Committee: the national assembly of the Indian National" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|C|C|",1,1,1 ], "Congress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|D|",1,1,1 ], "acute infectious disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|D|",1,1,2 ], "artificial insemination (by) donor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|D|",1,1,3 ], "Agency for International Development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|F|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Imperial Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|H|",1,1,1 ], "artificial insemination (by) husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|I|R|",1,1,1 ], "All India Radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|J|A|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Journalists' Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|J|C|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Jockey Club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|L|",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|L|P|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Labor Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|L|S|",1,1,1 ], "autograph letter signed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|",1,1,1 ], "associate member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|",1,1,2 ], "Albert Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) Master of Arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|A|",1,1,1 ], "American Medical Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|D|G|",1,1,1 ], "ad majorem Dei gloriam (the Jesuit motto)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|I|Chem|E|",1,1,1 ], "Associate Member of the Institution of Chemical Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|I|C|E|",1,1,1 ], "Associate Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|M|I|Mech|E|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Associate Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers",1). c_DEF([ "A|N| Other",1,1,1 ], "an unnamed person: used in team lists, etc|, to indicate a place that remains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|N| Other",1,1,1 ], "to be filled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A|N|",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-Norman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|N|U|",1,1,1 ], "Australian National University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|P|",1,1,1 ], "Air Police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|P|",1,1,2 ], "Associated Press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|R|",1,1,1 ], "Autonomous Region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|R|C|M|",1,1,1 ], "Associate of the Royal College of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|R|C|S|",1,1,1 ], "Associate of the Royal College of Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|S|A|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Amateur Swimming Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|S|A|",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) American Standards Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|S|E|A|N|",1,1,1 ], "Association of Southeast Asian Nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|S|I|O|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Security Intelligence Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|S|M|",1,1,1 ], "air-to-surface missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic Standard Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|S|T|M|S|" ,1, 1, 1],"Association of Scientific, Technical, and Managerial Staffs",1). c_DEF([ "A|T|C|",1,1,1 ], "air traffic control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|T|C|",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) Air Training Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|T|V|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Associated Television",1). c_DEF([ "A|U|",1,1,1 ], "angstrom unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|U|",1,1,2 ], "astronomical unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|U|C|",1,1,1 ], "(indicating years numbered from the founding of Rome, taken as 753 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|U|C|",1,1,1,1 ], "ab urbe condita" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|U|C|",1,1,1,2 ], "anno urbis conditae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|U|C|",1,1,2 ], "Australian Universities Commission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|U|E|W|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Amalgamated Union of Engineering Workers",1). c_DEF([ "A|V|",1,1,1 ], "Authorized Version (of the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|V|M|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Air Vice-Marshal",1). c_DEF([ "A|W|O|L|",1,1,1 ], "absent without leave; absent from one's post or duty without official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A|W|O|L|",1,1,1 ], "permission but without intending to desert" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "A|W|U|",1,1,1 ], "Australian Workers' Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "A||E|C|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Atomic Energy Commision",1). c_DEF([ "B Special",1,1,1 ], "a member of a part-time largely Protestant police force formerly functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B Special",1,1,1 ], "in Northern Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "B battery",1,1,1 ], "a battery for supplying a voltage to the anode of a thermionic valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B complex",1,1,1 ], "short for vitamin B complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B horizon",1,1,1 ], "deposits of leached material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "B horizon",1,1,1 ], "the layer of a soil profile immediately below the A horizon, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1 ], "Baume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Annaba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1 ], "a type of flute in which the holes are covered with keys; the standard type of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1 ], "born 1894, Austrian orchestral conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1 ], "modern flute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Basel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1,1 ], "a note having a frequency of 493|88 hertz (B above middle C) or this value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1,1 ], "multiplied or divided by any power of 2; the seventh note of the scale of C major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1,2 ], "a key, string, or pipe producing this note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,1,3 ], "the major or minor key having this note as its tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,10 ], "baryon number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,11 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,12 ], "Belgium| h" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,2 ], "the supporting or less important of two things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,3 ], "a human blood type of the ABO group, containing the B antigen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,4 ], "(in Britain) a secondary road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,5 ], "boron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,6 ], "magnetic flux density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,7 ], "bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,8 ], "(on Brit| pencils, signifying degree of softness of lead) black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B",1,1,9 ], "bel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B'nai B'rith",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish fraternal organization of men founded in New York in 1843, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B'nai B'rith",1,1,1 ], "moral, philanthropic, social, educational, and political aims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "B-(of U|S| military aircraft)" ,1, 1, 1],"bomber",1). c_DEF([ "B/D",1,1,1 ], "bank draft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/D",1,1,2 ], "bills discounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/D",1,1,3 ], "brought down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/E",1,1,1 ], "bill of exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/F",1,1,1 ], "brought forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/L" ,1, 1, 1],"n",1). c_DEF([ "B/L" ,1, 2, 1],"bill of lading",1). c_DEF([ "B/O",1,1,1 ], "brought over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/O",1,1,2 ], "buyer's option" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/P",1,1,1 ], "bills payable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/R",1,1,1 ], "bills receivable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/S",1,1,1 ], "bags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/S",1,1,2 ], "bales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/S",1,1,3 ], "bill of sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B/W",1,1,1 ], "black and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BAL",1,1,1 ], "British anti-lewisite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BALPA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for British Airline Pilots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BCD",1,1,1 ], "binary-coded decimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BDS",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Barbados" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BG",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Bulgaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BH",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for British Honduras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BMR",1,1,1 ], "basal metabolic rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BOSS",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Bureau of State Security; a branch of the South African security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BOSS",1,1,1 ], "police" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "BR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BRG",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Guyana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BRN",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Bahrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BRS",1,1,1 ], "British Road Services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BS" ,1, 1],"British Standard(s)",1). c_DEF([ "BS" ,1, 2],"international car registration for",1). c_DEF([ "BS" ,1, 3],"Bahamas",1). c_DEF([ "BSI",1,1,1 ], "British Standards Institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BUR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BWR",1,1,1 ], "boiling-water reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BWV(#6preceding a number#5)",1,1,1 ], "Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BWV(#6preceding a number#5)",1,2,1 ], "Bach Werke-Verzeichnis: indicating the serial number in the catalogue of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "BWV(#6preceding a number#5)",1,2,1 ], "works of J| S| Bach made by Wolfgang Schmieder (born 1901), published in 1950" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ba",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for barium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ba",1,1,1 ], "the soul, represented as a bird with a human head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baader-Meinhof Gang",1,1,1 ], "Meinhof (1934-76)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Baader-Meinhof Gang",1,1,1 ], "a group of West German guerrillas dedicated to the violent overthrow of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baader-Meinhof Gang",1,1,1 ], "capitalist society; named after its leading members, Andreas Baader (1943-77) and Ulrike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baal Shem Tov",1,1,1 ], "and healer in Poland: founder of modern Hasidism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baal Shem Tov",1,1,1 ], "original name Israel ben Eliezer| 1700-60, Jewish religious leader, teacher," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baal",1,1,1 ], "any of several ancient Semitic fertility gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baal",1,1,2 ], "the sun god and supreme national deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baal",1,1,3 ], "any false god or idol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baalbek",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Lebanon: an important city in Phoenician and Roman times;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baalbek",1,1,1 ], "extensive ruins| Pop|: 15,000 (1973 est|)| Ancient name: Heliopolis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bab el Mandeb",1,1,1 ], "a strait between SW Arabia and E Africa, connecting the Red Sea with the Gulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bab el Mandeb",1,1,1 ], "of Aden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bab",1,1,1 ], "Babism; executed as a heretic of Islam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bab",1,1,1 ], "title of Mirza Ali Mohammed| 1819-50, Persian religious leader: founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Baber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babbage",1,1,1 ], "1792-1871, English mathematician and inventor, who built a calculating machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babbage",1,1,1 ], "that anticipated the modern electronic computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babbitt metal",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of alloys originally based on tin, antimony, and copper but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babbitt metal",1,1,1 ], "now often including lead: used esp| in bearings| Sometimes shortened to Babbitt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babbitt",1,1,1 ], "a narrow-minded and complacent member of the middle class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babel" ,2, 1, 1],"1894-1941, Russian short-story writer, whose works include",1). c_DEF([ "Babel" ,2, 1, 2],"and",1). c_DEF([ "Babel",1,1,1,1 ], "Tower of Babel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babel",1,1,2 ], "11:1-10)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Babel",1,1,2 ], "a tower presumptuously intended to reach from earth to heaven, the building of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babel",1,1,2 ], "which was frustrated when Jehovah confused the language of the builders (Genesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babel",1,1,2,1 ], "a confusion of noises or voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babel",1,1,2,2 ], "a scene of noise and confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babel",1,1,2,2 ], "the city, probably Babylon, in which this tower was supposedly built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baber",1,1,1 ], "conquered India in 1526" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baber",1,1,1 ], "original name Zahir ud-Din Mohammed| 1483-1530, founder of the Mogul Empire:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babeuf",1,1,1 ], "1760-97, French political agitator: plotted unsuccessfully to destroy the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babeuf",1,1,1 ], "Directory and establish a communistic system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babi",1,1,1 ], "a disciple of the Bab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babi",1,1,2 ], "another word for Babism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babism",1,1,1 ], "a pantheistic Persian religious sect, founded in 1844 by the Bab, forbidding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babism",1,1,1 ], "polygamy, concubinage, begging, trading in slaves, and indulgence in alcohol and drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babur",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Baber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baby-bouncer",1,1,1 ], "a seat on springs suspended from a door frame, etc|, in which a baby may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baby-bouncer",1,1,1 ], "placed for exercise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baby-walker",1,1,1 ], "a light frame on casters or wheels to help a baby learn to walk| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baby-walker",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: go-cart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babylon",1,1,1 ], "the chief city of ancient Mesopotamia: first settled around 3000 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylon",1,1,2 ], "any place of exile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylon",1,1,3 ], "any city of depravity and luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylon",1,1,4 ], "(in Protestant polemic) the Roman Catholic Church, regarded as the seat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylon",1,1,4 ], "luxury and corruption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonia",1,1,1 ], "2200-538 b|c|, when it was conquered by the Persians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonia",1,1,1 ], "the southern kingdom of ancient Mesopotamia: a great empire from about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian captivity",1,1,1 ], "the exile of the Jews in Babylonia from 597 to about 538 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian captivity",1,1,2 ], "the exile of the seven popes in Avignon (1309-77)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of ancient Babylon or Babylonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian",1,1,2 ], "Afro-Asiatic family: a dialect of Akkadian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of Babylonia, belonging to the E Semitic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of ancient Babylon or Babylonia, its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian",1,2,1 ], "people, or their language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Babylonian",1,2,2 ], "decadent or depraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacchae",1,1,1 ], "the priestesses or female devotees of Bacchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacchic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Bacchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacchic",1,1,2 ], "riotously drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacchus",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece and Rome) a god of wine and giver of ecstasy, identified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacchus",1,1,1 ], "with Dionysus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bach trumpet",1,1,1 ], "a modern small three-valved trumpet for playing clarino passages in Bach's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bach trumpet",1,1,1 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,1 ], "German composer, resident in London from 1762" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,1 ], "Johann Christian , 11th son of J| S| Bach, called the English Bach| 1735-82," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,2 ], "Johann Christoph | 1642-1705, German composer: wrote oratorios, cantatas, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,2 ], "motets, some of which were falsely attributed to J| S| Bach, of whom he was a distant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,2 ], "relative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "Arnstadt (1703-07) and Muhlhausen (1707-08); court organist at Weimar (1708-17); musical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "Johann Sebastian (ze!bastjan)| 1685-1750, German composer: church organist at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "Leipzig (1728-50)| His output was enormous and displays great vigour and invention" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "Matthew (1729), the six Brandenburg Concertos (1720-21), the 48 preludes and fugues of" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "cantatas and oratorios, settings of the Passion according to St| John (1723) and St|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "director for Prince Leopold of Kothen (1717-28); musical director for the city of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "the Well-tempered Clavier (completed 1744), and the Mass in B Minor (1733-38)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,3 ], "within the northern European polyphonic tradition| His works include nearly 200" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,4 ], "Bach| 1714-88, German composer, chiefly of symphonies, keyboard sonatas, and church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,4 ], "Karl (or Carl)Philipp Emanuel (karl !fi$:l$Ip e!ma$:n$ue$:l), 3rd son of J| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,4 ], "music" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,5 ], "Wilhelm Friedemann , eldest son of J| S| Bach| 1710-84, German composer: wrote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bach",1,1,5 ], "nine symphonies and much keyboard and religious music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bacharach",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, U|S| composer of popular songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bachelor of Arts",1,1,1 ], "a degree conferred on a person who has successfully completed his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bachelor of Arts",1,1,1 ], "undergraduate studies, usually in a branch of the liberal arts or humanities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bachelor of Arts",1,1,2 ], "a person who holds this degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bachelor of Science",1,1,1 ], "a degree conferred on a person who has successfully completed his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bachelor of Science",1,1,1 ], "undergraduate studies in a branch of the sciences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bachelor of Science",1,1,2 ], "a person who holds this degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Back River",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Canada, rising in the Northwest Territories and flowing northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Back River",1,1,1 ], "to the Arctic Ocean| Length: about 966 km (600 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Backs",1,1,1 ], "the grounds between the River Cam and certain Cambridge colleges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacolod",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bacolod",1,1,1 ], "a town in the Philippines, on the NW coast of Negros Island| Pop|: 196,492" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,1 ], "Essays (1625), The Advancement of Learning (1605), and Novum Organum (1620)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,1 ], "Francis, Baron Verulam, Viscount St| Albans| 1561-1626, English philosopher," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,1 ], "statesman, and essayist; described the inductive method of reasoning: his works include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,2 ], "Francis| born 1909, Irish painter, noted for his distorted, richly coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,2 ], "human figures, dogs, and carcasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,3 ], "Roger| 1214-92, English Franciscan monk, scholar, and scientist: stressed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,3 ], "his age" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,3 ], "importance of experiment, demonstrated that air is required for combustion, and first used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bacon",1,1,3 ], "lenses to correct vision| His Opus Majus (1266) is a compendium of all the sciences of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bactria",1,1,1 ], "River: forms the present district of Balkh in N Afghanistan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bactria",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country of SW Asia, between the Hindu Kush mountains and the Oxus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bactrian camel",1,1,1 ], "a two-humped camel, Camelus bactrianus, used as a beast of burden in the cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bactrian camel",1,1,1 ], "deserts of central Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bad Godesberg",1,1,1 ], "the official name for Godesberg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bad Lands",1,1,1 ], "a deeply eroded barren region of SW South Dakota and NW Nebraska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Badajoz",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 101,110 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Badajoz",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Spain: strategically positioned near the frontier with Portugal|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Badalona",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Spain: an industrial suburb of Barcelona| Pop|: 162,888 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baden",1,1,1 ], "a former state of West Germany, now part of Baden-Wurttemberg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baden-Baden",1,1,1 ], "a spa in SW West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg| Pop|: 36,900 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baden-Powell",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Baden-Powell| 1857-1941, British general, noted for his defence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baden-Powell",1,1,1 ], "Mafeking (1899-1900) in the Boer War founder of the Boy Scouts (1908) and (with his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baden-Powell",1,1,1 ], "sister Agnes) the Girl Guides (1910)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Baden-Wtemberg",1,1,1 ], "35,742 sq| km (13,800 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baden-Wtemberg",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW West Germany| Capital: Stuttgart| Pop|: 8,895,048 (1970)| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Badoglio",1,1,1 ], "1871-1956, Italian marshal premier (1943-44) following Mussolini's downfall:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Badoglio",1,1,1 ], "arranged an armistice with the Allies (1943)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baeda",1,1,1 ], "Latin name of Bede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baedeker raid",1,1,1 ], "importance in England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baedeker raid",1,1,1 ], "one of the German air raids in 1942 on places of cultural and historical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baedeker",1,1,1 ], "Baedeker (1801-59) or his firm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baedeker",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of travel guidebooks issued by the German publisher Karl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baedeker",1,1,2 ], "any guidebook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baeyer",1,1,1 ], "1835-1917, German chemist, noted for the synthesis of indigo: Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baeyer",1,1,1 ], "chemistry 1905" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baez",1,1,1 ], "born 1941, U|S| rock and folk singer, guitarist, and songwriter, noted for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baez",1,1,1 ], "pure quality of her voice and for her committed pacifist and protest songs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baffin Bay",1,1,1 ], "part of the Northwest Passage, situated between Baffin Island and Greenland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baffin Island",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: about 2000| Area: 476,560 sq| km (184,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baffin Island",1,1,1 ], "the largest island of the Canadian Arctic, between Greenland and Hudson Bay|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baganda",1,1,1 ], "a Negroid people of E Africa living chiefly in Uganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bagdad",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Baghdad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bagehot",1,1,1 ], "(1873)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bagehot",1,1,1 ], "1826-77, English economist and journalist: editor of The Economist;author of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bagehot",1,1,1 ], "The English Constitution (1867), Physics and Politics (1872), and Lombard Street" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baghdad",1,1,1 ], "(762-1258)| Pop|: 2,183,760 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baghdad",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Iraq, on the River Tigris: capital of the Abbasid Caliphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baghlan",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Afghanistan: sugar refining| Pop|: 110,874 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baguio",1,1,1 ], "84,538 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baguio",1,1,1 ], "a city in the N Philippines, on N Luzon: summer capital of the Republic| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baha Blanca",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Argentina| Pop|: 175,000 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baha'ullah",1,1,1 ], "Shiite Muslim, later a disciple of the Bab: founder of Bahaism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baha'ullah",1,1,1 ], "title of Mirza Hosein Ali| 1817-92, Persian religious leader: originally a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahai",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of Bahaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahai",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Bahaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahaism",1,1,1 ], "a religious system founded in 1863 by Baha'ullah, based on Babism and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahaism",1,1,1 ], "emphasizing the value of all religions and the spiritual unity of all mankind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bahamas",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth since 1973| Language: English| Currency: Bahamian dollar| Capital: Nassau|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bahamas",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 175,192 (1970)| Area: 11,406 sq| km (4404 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bahamas",1,1,1 ], "West Indies: a British colony from 1783 until 1964; an independent nation within the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bahamas",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 700 coral islands (about 20 of which are inhabited) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahasa Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Indonesia: developed from the form of Malay formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahasa Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "widely used as a trade language in SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bahia de los Cochinos",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name of Bay of Pigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahia",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: about 562,000 sq| km (217,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bahia",1,1,1 ], "a state of E Brazil, on the Atlantic coast| Capital: Salvador| Pop|: 7,493,470" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahrain",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 243,000 (1974 UN est|)| Area: 600 sq| km (232 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bahrain",1,1,1 ], "an independent sheikdom on the Persian Gulf, consisting of several islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bahrain",1,1,1 ], "oil reserves| Language: Arabic| Religion: Muslim| Currency: dinar| Capital: Manama|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bahrain",1,1,1 ], "under British protection until the declaration of independence in 1971| It has large" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bai",1,1,1 ], "Etymological English Dictionary (1721-27), on which Dr| Johnson's dictionary was based" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bai",1,1,1 ], "Nathaniel| died 1742, English lexicographer: compiler of An Universal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bai;" ,1, 2, 1],"English Dictionary (1721-27), on which Dr| Johnson's dictionary was based",2). c_DEF([ "Bai;" ,1, 2, 1],"died 1742, English lexicographer: compiler of An Universal Etymological",1). c_DEF([ "Baikal",1,1,1 ], "Eurasia and the deepest in the world| Greatest depth: over 1500 m (5000 ft|)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baikal",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the S Soviet Union, in SE Siberia: the largest freshwater lake in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baikal",1,1,1 ], "about 33,670 sq| km (13,000 sq| miles)| rigin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Baile ath",1,1,1 ], "the Irish Gaelic name for Dublin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bailey bridge",1,1,1 ], "a temporary bridge made of prefabricated steel parts that can be rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bailey bridge",1,1,1 ], "assembled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bailly",1,1,1 ], "lying in the SE quadrant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bailly",1,1,1 ], "one of the largest craters on the moon, about 293 kilometres in diameter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baily's beads",1,1,1 ], "before and after a total eclipse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baily's beads",1,1,1 ], "the brilliant points of sunlight that appear briefly around the moon, just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bairam",1,1,1 ], "Ramadan, the other (Greater Bairam) 70 days later at the end of the Islamic year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bairam",1,1,1 ], "either of two Muslim festivals, one (Lesser Bairam) falling at the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baird",1,1,1 ], "1888-1946, Scottish engineer: inventor of a 240-line mechanically scanned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baird",1,1,1 ], "system of television, replaced in 1935 by a 405-line electrically scanned system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bairnsfather",1,1,1 ], "1888-1959, English cartoonist, born in India: best known for his cartoons of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bairnsfather",1,1,1 ], "the war in the trenches during World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baja California Sur",1,1,1 ], "Capital: La Paz| Pop|: 128,019 (1970)| Area: about 72,500 sq| km (28,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baja California Sur",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW Mexico, in the S part of the Lower California peninsula|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baja California",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Mexicali| Pop|: 856,773 (1970)| Area: about 71,500 sq| km (27,600 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baja California",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW Mexico, in the N part of the Lower California peninsula|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baja California",1,1,2 ], "the Spanish name for Lower California" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bajan",1,1,1 ], "a native of Barbados" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bajan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Barbados or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bakelite",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of thermosetting resins used as electric insulators and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bakelite",1,1,1 ], "making plastic ware, telephone receivers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baker",1,1,1 ], "Sir Benjamin| 1840-1907, English engineer who, with Sir John Fowler, designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baker",1,1,1 ], "and constructed much of the London underground railway, the Forth Railway Bridge," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baker",1,1,1 ], "and the first Aswan Dam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Baker",1,1,2 ], "Dame Janet| born 1933, English mezzo-soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baker",1,1,3 ], "Sir Samuel White| 1821-93, English explorer: discovered Lake Albert (1864)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bakewell tart",1,1,1 ], "almond-flavoured sponge cake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bakewell tart",1,1,1 ], "an open tart having a pastry base and a layer of jam and filled with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bakst" ,1, 1, 1],"1866-1924, Russian painter and stage designer, noted particularly for his",1). c_DEF([ "Bakst" ,1, 1, 1],"richly coloured sets for Diaghilev's",2). c_DEF([ "Baku",1,1,1 ], "Azerbaijan SSR: important for its extensive oilfields| Pop|: 851,547 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baku",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Soviet Union, on the Caspian Sea: the capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bakunin",1,1,1 ], "1814-76, Russian anarchist and writer: a prominent member of the First" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bakunin",1,1,1 ], "International, expelled from it after conflicts with Marx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bala",1,1,1 ], "a narrow lake in Gwynedd: the largest natural lake in Wales| Length: 6 km (4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bala",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balaam",1,1,1 ], "a Mesopotamian diviner who, when summoned to curse the Israelites, prophesied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balaam",1,1,1 ], "future glories for them instead, after being reproached by his ass (Numbers 22-23)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balaclava helmet",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting woollen hood that covers the ears, as originally worn by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balaclava helmet",1,1,1 ], "soldiers in the Crimean War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balakirev",1,1,1 ], "1837-1910, Russian composer, whose works include two symphonic poems, two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balakirev",1,1,1 ], "symphonies, and many arrangements of Russian folk songs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balaklava",1,1,1 ], "a small port in the SW Soviet Union, in S Crimea: scene of an inconclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balaklava",1,1,1 ], "battle (1854), which included the charge of the Light Brigade, during the Crimean War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balance",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Libra, the seventh sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balanchine",1,1,1 ], "born 1904 in Russia, U|S| choreographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balaton",1,1,1 ], "a large shallow lake in W Hungary| Area: 689 sq| km (266 sq| miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balbo",1,1,1 ], "(1929-33)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balbo",1,1,1 ], "1896-1940, Italian Fascist politician and airman: minister of aviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balboa",1,1,1 ], "1475-1519, Spanish explorer, who discovered the Pacific Ocean in 1513" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balboa",2,1,1 ], "a port at the Pacific end of the Panama Canal: the administrative centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balboa",2,1,1 ], "the Canal Zone| Pop|: 2569 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balder",1,1,1 ], "Loki" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Balder",1,1,1 ], "a god, son of Odin and Frigg, noted for his beauty and sweet nature| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balder",1,1,1 ], "killed by a bough of mistletoe thrown by the blind god Hod, misled by the malicious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baldwin I",1,1,1 ], "(1104), Beirut (1109), and Sidon (1110)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baldwin I",1,1,1 ], "1058-1118, crusader and first king of Jerusalem (1100-18), who captured Acre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baldwin",1,1,1 ], "James born 1924, U|S| writer, whose works include the novel Go Tell it on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baldwin",1,1,1 ], "Mountain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baldwin",1,1,2 ], "(1954)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baldwin",1,1,3 ], "Stanley, 1st Earl Baldwin of Bewdley| 1867-1947, British Conservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baldwin",1,1,3 ], "statesman: prime minister (1923-24, 1924-29, 1932-37)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balearic Islands",1,1,1 ], "Baleares (bale!ares)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Balearic Islands",1,1,1 ], "Ibiza, Formentera, Cabrera, and 11 islets: a province of Spain| Capital: Palma, on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balearic Islands",1,1,1 ], "Majorca| Pop|: 532,946 (1970)| Area: 5012 sq| km (1935 sq| miles)| Spanish name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Balearic Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the W Mediterranean, consisting of Majorca, Minorca," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balenciaga",1,1,1 ], "1895-1972, Spanish couturier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balfour Declaration",1,1,1 ], "existing non-Jewish communities in Palestine could be safeguarded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Balfour Declaration",1,1,1 ], "setting up of a national home for the Jews in Palestine, provided that the rights of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balfour Declaration",1,1,1 ], "the statement made by Arthur Balfour in 1917 of British support for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balfour",1,1,1 ], "(1902-05); foreign secretary (1916-19)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balfour",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Balfour| 1848-1930, British Conservative statesman: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bali",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, east of Java: mountainous, rising over 3000 m (10,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bali",1,1,1 ], "ft|)| Capital: Singaradja| Pop|: 2,217,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 5558 sq| km (2146 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bali",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Balikpapan",1,1,1 ], "a city in Indonesia, on the SE coast of Borneo| Pop|: 137,340 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balinese",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Bali, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balinese",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Bali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balinese",1,2,2 ], "the language of the people of Bali, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baliol",1,1,1 ], "1249-1315, king of Scotland (1292-96): defeated and imprisoned by Edward I of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baliol",1,1,1 ], "England (1296)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balkan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range extending across Bulgaria from the Black Sea to the Yugoslav" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balkan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "border| Highest peak: Mount Botev, 2376 m (7793 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balkan Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a large peninsula in SE Europe, between the Adriatic and Aegean Seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balkan States",1,1,1 ], "Greece, and the European part of Turkey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balkan States",1,1,1 ], "the countries of the Balkan Peninsula: Yugoslavia, Rumania, Bulgaria, Albania," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balkan",1,1,1 ], "Balkan Peninsula, or the Balkan Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balkan",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to the Balkan States or their inhabitants, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balkanize",1,1,1 ], "to divide (a territory) into small warring states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balkh",1,1,1 ], "Mazar-i-Sharif" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balkh",1,1,1 ], "a district of N Afghanistan, corresponding to ancient Bactria| Chief town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balkhash",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 1800 sq| km (7000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balkhash",1,1,1 ], "a salt lake in the SW Soviet Union, in SE Kazakhstan: fed by the Ili River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balkis",1,1,1 ], "the name in the Koran of the queen of Sheba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ball",1,1,1 ], "Revolt (1381)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ball",1,1,1 ], "died 1381, English priest: executed as one of the leaders of the Peasants'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ballance",1,1,1 ], "1839-93, New Zealand statesman, born in Northern Ireland: prime minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ballance",1,1,1 ], "New Zealand (1891-93)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ballarat",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Australia, in S central Victoria: originally the centre of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ballarat",1,1,1 ], "gold-mining region| Pop|: 58,434 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balmain",1,1,1 ], "born 1914, French couturier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balmoral",1,1,1 ], "a laced walking shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balmoral",1,1,2 ], "a 19th-century woollen petticoat, worn showing below the skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balmoral",1,1,3 ], "a Scottish brimless hat of dark blue wool with a cockade and plume on one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balmoral",1,1,3 ], "side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balmoral",2,1,1 ], "British sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balmoral",2,1,1 ], "a castle in NE Scotland, in Grampian region: a private residence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balmung",1,1,1 ], "(in the Nibelungenlied) Siegfried's sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balt",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the Baltic-speaking peoples of the Baltic States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balthazar",1,1,1 ], "416 ounces)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balthazar",1,1,1 ], "a wine bottle holding the equivalent of sixteen normal bottles (approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balthazar",2,1,1 ], "one of the Magi, the others being Caspar and Melchior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic Sea",1,1,1 ], "a sea in N Europe, connected with the North Sea by the Skaggerak, Kattegat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic Sea",1,1,1 ], "and Oresund; shallow, with low salinity and small tides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic Shield",1,1,1 ], "the wide area of ancient rock in Scandinavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic States",1,1,1 ], "became constituent republics of the Soviet Union in 1940" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic States",1,1,1 ], "the formerly independent republics of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the Baltic Sea or the Baltic States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic",1,1,2 ], "of, denoting, or characteristic of Baltic as a group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic",1,2,1 ], "Latvian, and Old Prussian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic",1,2,1 ], "a branch of the Indo-European family of languages consisting of Lithuanian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic",1,2,2 ], "short for Baltic Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltic",1,2,3 ], "a commodities exchange in the City of London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltimore oriole",1,1,1 ], "a North American oriole, Icterus galbula, the male of which has orange and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baltimore oriole",1,1,1 ], "black plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baltimore",2,1,1 ], "a port in N Maryland, on Chesapeake Bay| Pop|: 877,838 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balto-Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "Slavonic| It is now generally believed that similarities between them result from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Balto-Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical subfamily of Indo-European languages consisting of Baltic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balto-Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "geographical proximity rather than any special relationship" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Balt|",1,1,1 ], "Baltic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baluchi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Muslim people living chiefly in coastal Pakistan and Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baluchi",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baluchi",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the West Iranian branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baluchi",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Baluchistan, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baluchistan",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of SW Asia, in SW Pakistan and SE Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baluchistan",1,1,2 ], "Capital: Quetta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baluchistan",1,1,2 ], "a province of SW Pakistan: a former territory of British India (until 1947)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balzac",1,1,1 ], "1799-1850, French novelist: author of a collection of novels under the general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Balzac",1,1,1 ], "and La Cousine Bette (1846)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Balzac",1,1,1 ], "title La Comedie humaine, including Eugenie Grandet (1833), Le Pere Goriot (1834)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bamako",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bamako",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Mali, in the south, on the River Niger| Pop|: 196,800 (1972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bambara",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa living chiefly in Mali and by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bambara",1,1,1 ], "headwaters of the River Niger in Guinea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bambara",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bambara",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bamberg",1,1,1 ], "a town in S West Germany, in the north of present-day Bavaria: seat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bamberg",1,1,1 ], "independent prince-bishops of the Holy Roman Empire (1007-1802)| Pop|: 70,400 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banana bender",1,1,1 ], "informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banana bender",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Queensland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banaras",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Benares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banat",1,1,1 ], "a fertile plain extending through Hungary, Rumania, and Yugoslavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banbury cake",1,1,1 ], "a cake consisting of a pastry base filled with currants, raisins, candied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banbury cake",1,1,1 ], "peel, and sugar, with a criss-cross pattern on the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banbury",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in N Oxfordshire| Pop|: 29,216 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banda Sea",1,1,1 ], "a part of the Pacific in Indonesia, between Celebes and New Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banda",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, Malawi statesman|As first prime minister of Nyasaland (since 1963)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banda",1,1,1 ], "he led his country to independence (1964) as Malawi: president since 1966" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bandar Seri Begawan",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Brunei| Pop|: 72,481 (1971)| Former name: Brunei" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bandaranaike",1,1,1 ], "(1960-65; 1970-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bandaranaike",1,1,1 ], "Mrs| Sirimavo | born 1916, prime minister of Sri Lanka, formerly Ceylon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bandaranaike",1,1,2 ], "assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bandaranaike",1,1,2 ], "her husband, Solomon| 1899-1959, prime minister of Ceylon (1956-59);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bandjarmasin",1,1,1 ], "a port in Indonesia, in SW Borneo| Pop|: 281,673 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bandung",1,1,1 ], "a city in Indonesia, in SW Java| Pop|: 1,201,730 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banff",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of NE Scotland, now part of Grampian region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banff",1,1,2 ], "(bnf)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banff",1,1,3 ], "National Park|Pop|: 3532 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banff",1,1,3 ], "a town in Canada, in SW Alberta, in the Rocky Mountains: surrounded by Banff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangalore",1,1,1 ], "a city in S India, capital of Karnataka state| Pop|: 1,540,741 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangka",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, separated from Sumatra by the Bangka Strait| Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangka",1,1,1 ], "town: Pangkalpinang| Area: about 11,914 sq| km (4600 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bangkok",1,1,1 ], "royal city and the capital in 1782| Pop|: 1,867,297 (1970)| Thai name: Krung Thep " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bangkok",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Thailand, on the Chao Phraya River: became a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangladesh",1,1,1 ], "(55,126 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Bangladesh",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: taka| Capital: Dacca| Pop|: 71,316,517 (1974)| Area: 142,797 sq| km" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Bangladesh",1,1,1 ], "a republic in S Asia: formerly the Eastern Province of Pakistan; became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangladesh",1,1,1 ], "independent in 1971 after civil war and the defeat of Pakistan by India; consists of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bangladesh",1,1,1 ], "jute products (over 80 per cent of world production)| Language: Bengali| Religion:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bangladesh",1,1,1 ], "plains and vast deltas of the Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers: economy based on jute and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bangor",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bangor",1,1,1 ], "a university town in NW Wales, in Gwynedd, on the Menai Strait| Pop|: 14,526" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangor",1,1,2 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bangor",1,1,2 ], "a town in SE Northern Ireland, in Co| Down, on Belfast Lough| Pop|: 35,178" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangui",1,1,1 ], "River| Pop|: 187,000 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bangui",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Central African Empire, in the south part, on the Ubangi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangweulu",1,1,1 ], "a shallow lake in NE Zambia, discovered by David Livingstone, who died there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bangweulu",1,1,1 ], "in 1873| Area: about 9850 sq| km (3800 sq| miles), including swamps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banja Luka",1,1,1 ], "89,866 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Banja Luka",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW central Yugoslavia, on the Vrbas River in Bosnia and Herzegovina:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banja Luka",1,1,1 ], "scene of battles between the Austrians and Turks in 1527, 1688, and 1737| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banjermasin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Bandjarmasin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banjul",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banjul",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Gambia, a port at the mouth of the Gambia river| Pop|: 42,687" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bank of England",1,1,1 ], "determination of the bank rate, and other aspects of government monetary policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bank of England",1,1,1 ], "the central bank of England and Wales, concerned with credit control," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banka",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Bangka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banks Island",1,1,1 ], "an island of N Canada, in the Northwest Territories: the westernmost island of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banks Island",1,1,1 ], "the Arctic Archipelago| Area: about 67,340 sq| km (26,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banks Island",1,1,2 ], "an island of W Canada, off British Columbia| Length: about 72 km (45 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banks",1,1,1 ], "(1963-72)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banks",1,1,1 ], "Gordon| born 1937, English footballer: goalkeeper in the England team 73 times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banks",1,1,2 ], "Sir Joseph| 1743-1820, English botanist and explorer: circumnavigated the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banks",1,1,2 ], "world with James Cook (1768-71)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bannister",1,1,1 ], "(1954)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bannister",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, British athlete: first man to run a mile in under four minutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bannockburn",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Scotland, south of Stirling: site of a victory (1314) of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bannockburn",1,1,1 ], "the Scots, led by Robert the Bruce, over the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banstead",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banstead",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in NE Surrey: a dormitory town for London| Pop|: 44,986" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banting",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frederick Grant| 1891-1941, Canadian physiologist: discovered the insulin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banting",1,1,1 ], "medicine with Macleod (1923)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Banting",1,1,1 ], "treatment for diabetes with Best and Macleod (1922) and shared the Nobel prize for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bantoid",1,1,1 ], "certain Bantu characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bantoid",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to languages, esp| in Cameroon and Nigeria, that possess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bantu",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages of Africa, including most of the principal languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bantu",1,1,1 ], "now generally regarded as part of the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bantu",1,1,1 ], "spoken from the equator to the Cape of Good Hope, but excluding the Khoisan family:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bantu",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of the indigenous Negroid peoples who inhabit southern," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bantu",1,1,2 ], "eastern, and central Africa and speak any of these languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bantu",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of peoples or to any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bantu",1,2,1 ], "their languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bantustan",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) an area reserved for occupation by a Black African people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bantustan",1,1,1 ], "with limited self-government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Banville",1,1,1 ], "1823-91, French poet, who anticipated the Parnassian school in his perfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Banville",1,1,1 ], "of form and command of rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baptist",1,1,1 ], "Christian faith" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Baptist",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various Christian sects that affirm the necessity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baptist",1,1,1 ], "baptism (usually of adults and by immersion) following a personal profession of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baptist",1,1,2 ], "the Baptist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baptist",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of any Christian sect that affirms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baptist",1,2,1 ], "the necessity of baptism following a personal profession of the Christian faith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bapt|",1,1,1 ], "Baptist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bar",1,1,1 ], "barristers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bar",1,1,2 ], "the legal profession collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bar",1,1,3 ], "be called to or go to the Bar| Brit| to become a barrister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bar",1,1,4 ], "be called within the Bar| Brit| to be appointed as a Queen's Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barabbas",1,1,1 ], "27:16)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barabbas",1,1,1 ], "a condemned robber who was released at the Passover instead of Jesus (Matthew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baranof Island",1,1,1 ], "Area: 4162 sq| km (1607 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baranof Island",1,1,1 ], "an island off SE Alaska, in the western part of the Alexander Archipelago|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbados",1,1,1 ], "1628 to 1966, now an independent state within the Commonwealth| Language: English|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barbados",1,1,1 ], "430 sq| km (166 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Barbados",1,1,1 ], "Currency: East Caribbean dollar| Capital: Bridgetown| Pop|: 244,000 (1974 UN est|)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Barbados",1,1,1 ], "an island in the West Indies, in the E Lesser Antilles: a British colony from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbarossa",1,1,1 ], "the nickname of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbary Coast",1,1,1 ], "shipping from the 16th to the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barbary Coast",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean coast of North Africa: a centre of piracy against European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbary ape",1,1,1 ], "NW Africa and Gibraltar: family Cercopithecidae, order Primates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barbary ape",1,1,1 ], "a tailless macaque, Macaca sylvana, that inhabits rocky cliffs and forests in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbary",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Africa, extending from W Egypt to the Atlantic and including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbary",1,1,1 ], "former Barbary States of Tripolitania, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barber",1,1,1 ], "(1958)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Barber",1,1,1 ], "born 1910, U|S| composer: his works include an Adagio for Strings, adapted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barber",1,1,1 ], "from the second movement of his string quartet No| 1 (1936) and the opera Vanessa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barbirolli",1,1,1 ], "Sir John| 1899-1970, British conductor of the Halle Orchestra (1943-68); born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbirolli",1,1,1 ], "in Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barbizon School",1,1,1 ], "Rousseau, Daubigny, Diaz, Corot, and Millet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barbizon School",1,1,1 ], "a group of French painters of landscapes of the 1840s, including Theodore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbuda",1,1,1 ], "Antigua| Area: 160 sq| km (62 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barbuda",1,1,1 ], "a coral island in the E West Indies, in the Leeward Islands: a dependency of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barbusse" ,1, 1, 1],"1873-1935, French novelist and poet|His novels include",1). c_DEF([ "Barbusse" ,1, 1, 2],"and Le Feu (1916), reflecting the horror of World War I",1). c_DEF([ "Barca",1,1,1 ], "Hasdrubal, and Hannibal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barca",1,1,1 ], "the surname of several noted Carthaginian generals, including Hamilcar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barce",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Al Marj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barcelona",1,1,1 ], "1,745,142 (1970)| Ancient name: Barcino" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Barcelona",1,1,1 ], "government during the Civil War (1936-39); the commercial capital of Spain| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barcelona",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Spain, on the NE Mediterranean coast: seat of the Republican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barclay de Tolly",1,1,1 ], "Prince Mikhail (mixa!il)| 1761-1818, Russian field marshal: commander in chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barclay de Tolly",1,1,1 ], "against Napoleon in 1812" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barcoo River",1,1,1 ], "another name for Cooper's Creek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barcoo salute",1,1,1 ], "a movement of the hand to brush flies away from the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bard",1,1,1 ], "an epithet of (William)Shakespeare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bardot",1,1,1 ], "born 1934, French film actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bareilly",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in N central Uttar Pradesh| Pop|: 296,093 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barenboim",1,1,1 ], "born 1942, Israeli concert pianist and conductor, born in Argentina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barents Sea",1,1,1 ], "a part of the Arctic Ocean, bounded by Norway, the Soviet Union, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barents Sea",1,1,1 ], "islands of Novaya Zemlya, Spitsbergen, and Franz Josef Land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bari",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bari",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Italy, capital of Apulia, on the Adriatic coast| Pop|: 376,467" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baring",1,1,1 ], "1907" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Baring",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Cromer| 1841-1917, English administrator| As consul general in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baring",1,1,1 ], "Egypt with plenipotentiary powers, he controlled the Egyptian government from 1883 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barking",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London| Pop|: 153,800 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barletta",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Italy, in Apulia| Pop|: 75,728 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barmecide",1,1,1 ], "lavish or plentiful in appearance only; illusory; sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnabas",1,1,1 ], "original name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnaise",1,1,1 ], "a rich sauce made from egg yolks, lemon juice or wine vinegar, butter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnaise",1,1,1 ], "shallots, herbs, and seasoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barnard",1,1,1 ], "Christiaan born 1923, South African surgeon, who performed the first human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnard",1,1,1 ], "heart transplant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barnard",1,1,2 ], "(1967)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnard",1,1,3 ], "(1916)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Barnard",1,1,3 ], "Edward Emerson| 1857-1923, U|S| astronomer: noted for his discovery of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnard",1,1,3 ], "fifth satellite of Jupiter and his discovery of comets, nebulae, and a red dwarf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barnardo",1,1,1 ], "Dr| Thomas John| 1845-1905, British philanthropist, who founded homes for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnardo",1,1,1 ], "destitute children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barnaul",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the RSFSR| Pop|: 502,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnet",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London: scene of a Yorkist victory (1471) in the Wars of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barnet",1,1,1 ], "the Roses| Pop|: 305,200 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barnsley",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in N England, in South Yorkshire| Pop|: 75,330 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baroda",1,1,1 ], "a former state of W India, part of Gujarat since 1960" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baroda",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1976) of Vadodara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baroja" ,1, 1, 1],"Memorias de un Hombre de Acci",1). c_DEF([ "Barotse",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of central Africa living chiefly in SW Zambia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barotse",1,1,2 ], "the language spoken by this people; Lozi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barquisimeto",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Venezuela| Pop|: 330,815 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barr",1,1,1 ], "1862-1923, French novelist, essayist, and politician: a fervent nationalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barr",1,1,1 ], "and individualist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barranquilla",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Colombia, on the Magdalena River| Pop|: 661,920 (1973)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barrault",1,1,1 ], "born 1910, French actor and director, noted particularly as a mime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barren Lands",1,1,1 ], "a region of tundras in N Canada, extending westwards from Hudson Bay: sparsely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barren Lands",1,1,1 ], "inhabited, chiefly by Eskimos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barrie",1,1,1 ], "Sir James Matthew| 1860-1937, Scottish dramatist and novelist, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barrie",1,1,1 ], "particularly for his popular children's play Peter Pan (1904)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barros" ,1, 1, 1],"1496-1570, Portuguese historian: noted for his history of the Portuguese in",1). c_DEF([ "Barros" ,1, 1, 1],"the East Indies,",2). c_DEF([ "Barrow Point",1,1,1 ], "the northernmost tip of Alaska, on the Arctic Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barrow",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Ireland, rising in the Slieve Bloom Mountains and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barrow",1,1,1 ], "to Waterford Harbour| Length: about 193 km (120 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barrow-in-Furness",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW England, in S Cumbria| Pop|: 63,998 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barry Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE Australia, in E Victoria: part of the Australian Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barry",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barry",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Wales, in South Glamorgan on the Bristol Channel| Pop|: 41,578" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barry",2,1,1 ], "Parliament in London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barry",2,1,1 ], "Sir Charles| 1795-1860, English architect: designer of the Houses of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barry",2,1,2 ], "Comtesse du" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barrymore",1,1,1 ], "(1878-1954)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barrymore",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| family of actors, esp| Ethel (1879-1959), John (1882-1942), and Lionel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barsac",1,1,1 ], "a sweet French white wine produced around the town of Barsac in the Gironde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barth",1,1,1 ], "1886-1968, Swiss Protestant theologian, who stressed man's dependence on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Barth",1,1,1 ], "divine grace and was a champion of tolerance and ecumenicalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bartholin's glands",1,1,1 ], "secrete a mucous lubricating substance during sexual stimulation in females" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bartholin's glands",1,1,1 ], "two small reddish-yellow glands, one on each side of the vaginal orifice, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bartholomew",1,1,1 ], "one of the twelve apostles (Matthew 10:3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bartlett",1,1,1 ], "a variety of pear that has large juicy yellow fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bartok" ,1, 1, 1],"1881-1945, Hungarian composer, pianist, and collector of folk songs, by which",1). c_DEF([ "Bartok" ,1, 1, 1],"his music was deeply influenced| His works include six string quartets, several",2). c_DEF([ "Bartok" ,1, 1, 1],"piano pieces including",3). c_DEF([ "Bartok" ,1, 1, 2],"Castle (produced 1918)|",2). c_DEF([ "Bartok" ,1, 1, 2],"ballets (including The Miraculous Mandarin, 1919), and the opera Bluebeard's",1). c_DEF([ "Bartolommeo",1,1,1 ], "original name Baccio della Porta| 1472-1517, Italian painter of the Florentine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bartolommeo",1,1,1 ], "school, noted for his austere religious works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barton",1,1,1 ], "(1901-03)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Barton",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edmund| 1849-1920, Australian statesman first prime minister of Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bart|",1,1,1 ], "Baronet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baruch",1,1,1 ], "(b@@!ru$:k)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baruch",1,1,2 ], "Bernard Mannes | 1870-1965, U|S| financier and statesman; economic adviser to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baruch",1,1,2 ], "Presidents Wilson and Roosevelt|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baruch",1,1,2,1 ], "a disciple of Jeremiah (Jeremiah 32-36)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baruch",1,1,2,2 ], "the book of the Apocrypha said to have been written by him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bas-Rhin",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 4793 sq| km (1869 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bas-Rhin",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France in Alsace region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bas-Rhin",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France in Alsace region| Capital: Strasbourg| Pop|: 896,185" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basel",1,1,1 ], "Basel-Stadt|Pops|: 204,889 and 234,945 (1970)| Areas: 427 sq| km (165 sq| miles) and 36 sq| km (14" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basel",1,1,1 ], "a canton of NW Switzerland, divided into the demicantons of Basel-Land and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basel",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles) respectively" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Basel",1,1,2 ], "a city in NW Switzerland, capital of Basel canton, on the Rhine: oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basel",1,1,2 ], "university in Switzerland| Pop|: 195,700 (1975 est|)|French name: Bale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bashan",1,1,1 ], "32:14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bashan",1,1,1 ], "a region to the east of the Jordan, renowned for its rich pasture (Deuteronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bashkir Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Ufa| Pop|: 3,818,075 (1970)| Area: 143,600 sq| km (55,430 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bashkir Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the E central Soviet Union, in the S Urals:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bashkir Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "established as the first Soviet autonomous republic in 1919; rich mineral resources|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bashkir",1,1,1 ], "Bashkir ASSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bashkir",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of the Soviet Union, living chiefly in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bashkir",1,1,2 ], "family and closely related to Tatar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bashkir",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basie",1,1,1 ], "associated particularly with the polished phrasing and style of big-band jazz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basie",1,1,1 ], "called Count Basie| born 1904, U|S| jazz pianist, bandleader, and composer:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basil",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 329-379 a|d|, Greek patriarch: an opponent of Arianism and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basil",1,1,1 ], "one of the founders of monasticism| Feast Day: June 14" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basilan",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the Philippines, SW of Mindanao" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basilan",1,1,2 ], "Strait|Area: 1282 sq| km (495 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basilan",1,1,2 ], "the main island of this group, separated from Mindanao by the Basilan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basilan",1,1,3 ], "a city on Basilan Island| Pop|: 143,829 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basildon",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basildon",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in S Essex: designated a new town in 1955| Pop|: 77,154" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basilian",1,1,1 ], "a monk of the Eastern Christian order of St| Basil, founded in Cappadocia in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basilian",1,1,1 ], "the 4th century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basilicata",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Potenza| Pop|: 602,389 (1971)| Area: 9985 sq| km (3855 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basilicata",1,1,1 ], "a region of S Italy, between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Taranto|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basingstoke",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in N Hampshire| Pop|: 52,502 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baskerville",1,1,1 ], "a style of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basket Maker",1,1,1 ], "a member of an early American Indian people of the southwestern U|S|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basket Maker",1,1,1 ], "preceding the Pueblo people, known for skill in basket-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basle",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Basel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basotho",1,1,1 ], "Former name: Basuto" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basotho",1,1,1 ], "a member of the subgroup of the Sotho people who chiefly inhabit Lesotho|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basotho-Qwaqwa",1,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in South Africa, in the Orange Free State; the only Bantustan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basotho-Qwaqwa",1,1,1 ], "without exclaves| Former name (until 1972): Basotho-Ba-Borwa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basque Provinces",1,1,1 ], "19th century| Pop|: 1,878,636 (1970)| Area: about 7250 sq| km (2800 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Basque Provinces",1,1,1 ], "Viscaya: inhabited mainly by Basques, who retained virtual autonomy from the 9th to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basque Provinces",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Spain, comprising the provinces of Alava, Guipuzcoa, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basque",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of unknown origin living around the W Pyrenees in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basque",1,1,1 ], "and Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basque",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, of no known relationship with any other language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basque",1,2,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basra" ,1, 1, 1],"Busra, or Busrah n",1). c_DEF([ "Basra" ,1, 1, 2],"a port in SE Iraq, on the Shatt-al-Arab|Pop|: 310,950 (1965)",1). c_DEF([ "Bass Strait",1,1,1 ], "a channel between mainland Australia and Tasmania, linking the Indian Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bass Strait",1,1,1 ], "and the Tasman Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basse-Normandie",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW France, on the English Channel: consists of the Cherbourg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basse-Normandie",1,1,1 ], "peninsula in the west rising to the Normandy hills in the east; mainly agricultural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basse-Terre",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in the West Indies, in the Leeward Islands, comprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basse-Terre",1,1,1 ], "part of Guadeloupe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basse-Terre",1,1,2 ], "Overseas Region of Guadeloupe| Pop|: 5800 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basse-Terre",1,1,2 ], "a port in W Guadeloupe, on Basse-Terre Island: the capital of the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bassein",1,1,1 ], "a city in Burma, on the Irrawaddy delta: a port on the Bassein River (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bassein",1,1,1 ], "westernmost distributary of the Irrawaddy)| Pop|: 133,000 (1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bassenthwaite",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria near Keswick| Length: 6 km (4 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basses-Alpes",1,1,1 ], "the former name for Alpes-de-Haute-Provence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basses-Pyrn",1,1,1 ], "the former name for Pyrenees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basseterre",1,1,1 ], "15,833 (1967)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Basseterre",1,1,1 ], "St| Kitts and of the British Associated State of St| Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Basseterre",1,1,1 ], "a port in the West Indies, on St| Kitts in the Leeward Islands: the capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bastia",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Corsica: the main commercial and industrial town of the island:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bastia",1,1,1 ], "capital of Haute-Corse department| Pop|: 49,375 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bastille Day",1,1,1 ], "(in France) an annual holiday on July 14, commemorating the fall of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bastille Day",1,1,1 ], "Bastille" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bastille",1,1,1 ], "a fortress in Paris, built in the 14th century: a prison until its destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bastille",1,1,1 ], "in 1789, at the beginning of the French Revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bastogne",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bastogne",1,1,1 ], "Battle of the Bulge; besieged by the Germans during the winter of 1944-45| Pop|: 6816" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bastogne",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Belgium: of strategic importance to Allied defences during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basuto",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Sotho 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Basutoland",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Lesotho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bataan",1,1,1 ], "Philippine forces to the Japanese during World War II, later retaken by American forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bataan",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in the Philippines, in W Luzon: scene of the surrender of U|S| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batan Islands",1,1,1 ], "11,398 (1970)| Area: 197 sq| km (76 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Batan Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the Philippines, north of Luzon| Capital: Basco| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batangas",1,1,1 ], "a port in the Philippines, in SW Luzon| Pop|: 125,304 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batavia",1,1,1 ], "Rhine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Batavia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient district of the Netherlands, on an island at the mouth of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batavia",1,1,2 ], "an archaic or literary name for Holland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batavia",1,1,3 ], "a former name for Djakarta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bates" ,1, 1, 1],"rnest)",1). c_DEF([ "Bates" ,1, 1, 2],"1905-74, English writer of short stories and novels, which include The Darling",1). c_DEF([ "Bates" ,1, 1, 2],"Buds of May (1958), A Moment in Time (1964), and The Triple Echo (1970)",2). c_DEF([ "Batesian mimicry",1,1,1 ], "its resemblance to a harmful or inedible species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Batesian mimicry",1,1,1 ], "mimicry in which a harmless species is protected from predators by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bath Oliver",1,1,1 ], "a kind of unsweetened biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bath chair",1,1,1 ], "a wheelchair for invalids, often with a hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bath chap",1,1,1 ], "the lower part of the cheek of a pig, cooked and eaten, usually cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bath stone",1,1,1 ], "a kind of limestone used as a building material, esp| at Bath in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bath",1,1,1 ], "84,545 (1971)| Latin name: Aquae Sulis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bath",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW England, in Avon county on the River Avon: famous for its hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bath",1,1,1 ], "springs; a fashionable spa in the 18th century; Roman remains, notably the baths| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bathonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bathonian",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting a stage of the Jurassic system in NW Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bathsheba",1,1,1 ], "became the mother of his son Solomon (II Samuel 11-12)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bathsheba",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Uriah, who committed adultery with David and later married him and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bathurst",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 17,550 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bathurst",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Australia, in E New South Wales: scene of a gold rush in 1851|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bathurst",1,1,2 ], "1953| Pop|: 16,674 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bathurst",1,1,2 ], "a port in E Canada, in NE New Brunswick: rich mineral resources discovered in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bathurst",1,1,3 ], "the former name (until 1973) of Banjul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batista",1,1,1 ], "full name Batista y Zaldivar| 1901-73, Cuban military leader and dictator:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batista",1,1,1 ], "president of Cuba (1940-44, 1952-59); overthrown by Fidel Castro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Batley",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire| Pop|: 42,004 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batman",1,1,1 ], "assumes a batlike costume in order to fight crime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Batman",1,1,1 ], "the secret identity of a civilian character in an American comic strip who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baton Rouge",1,1,1 ], "289,734 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baton Rouge",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Louisiana, in the SE part on the Mississippi River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Battenburg",1,1,1 ], "an oblong sponge cake divided longitudinally into four square sections, two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Battenburg",1,1,1 ], "coloured pink and two yellow, with an outer coating of marzipan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Batum",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the Georgian SSR: capital of the Adzhar ASSR;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Batum",1,1,1 ], "a major Black Sea port| Pop|: 114,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bauchi",1,1,1 ], "a state of N Nigeria: formed in 1976 from part of North-Eastern State; tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bauchi",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bauchi",1,1,1 ], "mining| Capital: Bauchi| Pop|: 3,239,717 (1976 est|)| Area: 17,926 sq| km (6920 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bauchi",1,1,2 ], "a town in N central Nigeria, capital of Bauchi state| Pop|: 47,200 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bauchi",1,1,2 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baucis",1,1,1 ], "a poor peasant woman who, with her husband Philemon, was rewarded for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Baucis",1,1,1 ], "hospitality to the disguised gods Zeus and Hermes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Baudelaire" ,1, 1, 1],"1821-67, French poet, noted for his macabre imagery author of",1). c_DEF([ "Baudouin I",1,1,1 ], "born 1930, king of Belgium since 1951" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bauhaus",1,1,1,1 ], "Gropius on experimental principles of functionalism and truth to materials| After being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bauhaus",1,1,1,1 ], "a German school of architecture and applied arts founded in 1919 by Walter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ 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Pop|: 10,479,386 (1970)| Area: 70,531" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bavarian cream",1,1,1 ], "a cold dessert consisting of a rich custard set with gelatine and flavoured in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bavarian cream",1,1,1 ], "various ways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bav|",1,1,1 ], "Bavaria(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bax",1,1,1 ], "Celtic legends, including the tone poem Tintagel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bax",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arnold 1883-1953, English composer of romantic works, often based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bax",1,1,2 ], "(1917)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bay Street",1,1,1 ], "situated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bay Street",1,1,1 ], "the financial centre of Toronto, in which Canada's largest stock exchange is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bay Street",1,1,2 ], "the financial interests and powers of Toronto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bay of Pigs",1,1,1 ], "U|S|-backed troops (April 17, 1961)| Spanish name: Bahia de los Cochinos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bay of Pigs",1,1,1 ], "a bay on the SW coast of Cuba: scene of an unsuccessful invasion of Cuba by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bayam",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE central Puerto Rico, south of San Juan| Pop|: 147,552 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bayard",1,1,1 ], "a legendary horse that figures prominently in medieval romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bayard",2,1,1 ], "chevalier sans peur et sans reproche (the fearless and irreproachable knight)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bayard",2,1,1 ], "original name Pierre de Terrail| 1473-1524, French soldier, known as le" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bayern",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Bavaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bayeux tapestry",1,1,1 ], "(231 feet) wide by 50 centimetres (20 inches) high, depicting the Norman conquest of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bayeux tapestry",1,1,1 ], "England" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bayeux tapestry",1,1,1 ], "an 11th- or 12th-century tapestry in Bayeux, in NW France, nearly 70|5 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bayle" ,1, 1, 1],"1647-1706, French philosopher and critic, noted for his",1). c_DEF([ "Bayle" ,1, 1, 2],"which profoundly influenced Voltaire and the French Encyclopedists|",1). c_DEF([ "Bayonne",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bayonne",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW France: a commercial centre for the Basque region| Pop|: 44,706" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bayreuth",1,1,1 ], "Wagner; annual festivals of his music| Pop|: 64,200 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bayreuth",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE West Germany, in NE Bavaria: home and burial place of Richard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bchar",1,1,1 ], "Colomb-Bechar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bchar",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Algeria: an oasis| Pop|: 27,000 (1967)| Former name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bde|",1,1,1 ], "brigade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Be",1,1,1 ], "chemical symbol for beryllium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beach-la-Mar",1,1,1 ], "the variety of Neo-Melanesian spoken in the New Hebrides and New Caledonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beachboys",1,1,1 ], "Dennis Wilson (born 1944), Carl Wilson (born 1946), Mike Love (born 1941), and Al" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beachboys",1,1,1 ], "Jardine (born 1942); noted for their characteristic close harmony| Their recordings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beachboys",1,1,1 ], "U|S| singing group (formed 1961): consisting of Brian Wilson (born 1942)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beachboys",1,1,1 ], "include Surfin' U|S|A" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Beachboys",1,1,2 ], "(1963), Good Vibrations (1966), and Surf's up (1967; released 1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beachy Head",1,1,1 ], "171 m (570 ft|) high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beachy Head",1,1,1 ], "a headland in East Sussex, on the English Channel, consisting of chalk cliffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaconsfield",1,1,1 ], "title of (Benjamin)Disraeli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beadle",1,1,1 ], "born 1903, U|S| biologist, who shared the Nobel prize for medicine in 1958 for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beadle",1,1,1 ], "his work in genetics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beaker folk",1,1,1 ], "a prehistoric people thought to have originated in the Iberian peninsula and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaker folk",1,1,1 ], "spread to central Europe and Britain during the second millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bear",1,1,1 ], "the English name for either Ursa Major or Ursa Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bear",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beardsley",1,1,1 ], "1872-98, English illustrator: noted for his stylized black-and-white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beardsley",1,1,1 ], "illustrations, esp| those for Oscar Wilde's Salome and Pope's Rape of the Lock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beat Generation",1,1,1 ], "living, drugs, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Beat Generation",1,1,1 ], "members of the generation that came to maturity in the 1950s, whose rejection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beat Generation",1,1,1 ], "of the social and political systems of the West was expressed through contempt for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beat Generation",1,1,1 ], "regular work, possessions, traditional dress, etc|, and espousal of anarchism, communal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beatitude",1,1,1 ], "5:1-8) in which he declares that the poor, the meek, those that mourn, the merciful," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beatitude",1,1,1 ], "any of eight distinctive sayings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beatitude",1,1,1 ], "are persecuted will, in various ways, receive the blessings of heaven" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Beatitude",1,1,1 ], "the peacemakers, the pure of heart, those that thirst for justice, and those that" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beatles",1,1,1 ], "(1963), I want to hold your hand (1964), Can't buy me love (1964), Penny Lane (1967)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beatles",1,1,1 ], "English rock group (1962-70) from Liverpool: comprised John Lennon, Paul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beatles",1,1,1 ], "Hearts Club Band (1967), Abbey Road (1969), and Let it be (1970)| Much of their" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Beatles",1,1,1 ], "McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr|Their hit singles include Please please me" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beatles",1,1,1 ], "and Hey Jude (1968); their many albums include A Hard Day's Night (film" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Beatles",1,1,1 ], "material was written by Lennon and McCartney" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Beatles",1,1,1 ], "soundtrack, 1964), Help!(film soundtrack, 1965), Revolver (1966)Sergeant Pepper's Lonely" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Beatty",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl Beatty| 1871-1936, British admiral of the fleet in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaufort Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the Arctic Ocean off the N coast of North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaufort scale",1,1,1 ], "0 (calm) to 12 (hurricane force)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beaufort scale",1,1,1 ], "an international scale of wind velocities ranging for practical purposes from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beauharnais" ,1, 1, 1],"Hortense de ",1). c_DEF([ "Beauharnais" ,1, 1, 2],"Hortense de, daughter of Jos''ephine|1783-1837, queen of Holland (1806-10)",1). c_DEF([ "Beauharnais" ,1, 1, 2],"as wife of Louis Bonaparte",2). c_DEF([ "Beauharnais" ,1, 1, 3],"Jos''ephine de (#fozefin d@@)",1). c_DEF([ "Beaumarchais" ,1, 1, 1],"1732-99, French dramatist, noted for his comedies",1). c_DEF([ "Beaumarchais" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Marriage of Figaro (1784)",1). c_DEF([ "Beaumont",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Texas| Pop|: 112,620 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaumont",2,1,1 ], "(1611)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beaumont",2,1,1 ], "Francis| l584-1616, English dramatist, who collaborated with John Fletcher in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaumont",2,1,1 ], "plays including The Knights of the Burning Pestle (l607) and The Maid's Tragedy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beaumont",2,1,2 ], "William| l785-l853, U|S| surgeon, noted for his pioneering work on digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaune",1,1,1 ], "a city in E France, near Dijon: an important trading centre for Burgundy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaune",1,1,1 ], "wines| Pop|: 19,972 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beaune",1,1,2 ], "a wine produced in this district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beauvais",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beauvais",1,1,1 ], "a market town in N France, 64 km (40 miles) northwest of Paris| Pop|: 56,725" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beauvoir" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1908, French existentialist novelist and feminist, whose works include",1). c_DEF([ "Beauvoir" ,1, 1, 2],"Le deuxi`eme sexe (1949), and Les mandarins (1954)",1). c_DEF([ "Beaverboard",1,1,1 ], "a stiff light board of compressed wood fibre, used esp| to surface partitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beaverbrook",1,1,1 ], "Conservative politician, born in Canada, whose newspapers included the Daily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beaverbrook",1,1,1 ], "Express;minister of information (1918); minister of aircraft production (1940-41)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beaverbrook",1,1,1 ], "title of William Maxwell Aitken| 1879-1964, British newspaper proprietor and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bebel",1,1,1 ], "1840-1913, German socialist leader: one of the founders of the Social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bebel",1,1,1 ], "Democratic Party (1869)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bebington",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bebington",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Merseyside: docks and chemical works| Pop|: 61,488" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bechet",1,1,1 ], "1897-1959, U|S| jazz soprano saxophonist and clarinettist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bechuana",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Tswana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bechuana",1,1,2 ], "a former name for a member of the Bantu people of Botswana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bechuanaland",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Botswana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Becket",1,1,1 ], "1118-70, English prelate; chancellor (1155-62) to Henry II; archbishop of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Becket",1,1,1 ], "Canterbury (1162-70): murdered following his opposition to Henry's attempts to control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Becket",1,1,1 ], "the clergy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beckett",1,1,1 ], "They include the plays En attendant Godot and Fin de partie and the novel Malone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beckett",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, Irish dramatist and novelist writing in French and English, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beckett",1,1,1 ], "meurt Nobel prize for literature 1969" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Beckett",1,1,1 ], "works portray the human condition as insignificant or absurd in a bleak universe|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beckford",1,1,1 ], "1759-1844, English writer and dilettante; author of the oriental romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beckford",1,1,1 ], "Vathek (1787)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beckmann",1,1,1 ], "1884-1950, German expressionist painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Becquerel",1,1,1 ], "1852-1908, French physicist, who discovered the photographic action of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Becquerel",1,1,1 ], "prize for physics, 1903" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Becquerel",1,1,1 ], "rays emitted by uranium salts and so instigated the study of radioactivity: Nobel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bede",1,1,1 ], "called the Venerable Bede| 673-735 a|d|, English monk, scholar, historian, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bede",1,1,1 ], "day: May 27" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bede",1,1,1 ], "theologian, noted for his Latin Ecclesiastical History of the English People (731)| Feast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bedford cord",1,1,1 ], "a heavy corded cloth, similar to corduroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedford",1,1,1 ], "River Ouse| Pop|: 73,064 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bedford",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE central England, administrative centre of Bedfordshire, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedford",1,1,2 ], "short for Bedfordshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedford",2,1,1 ], "of England and regent of France (1422-35)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bedford",2,1,1 ], "title of John of Lancaster| 1389-1435, son of Henry IV of England: protector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedfordshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of S central England: mainly low-lying, with the Chiltern Hills in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedfordshire",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (476 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bedfordshire",1,1,1 ], "the south| Administrative centre: Bedford| Pop|: 491,700 (1976 est|)| Area: 1232" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bedivere",1,1,1 ], "a knight who took the dying King Arthur to the barge in which he was carried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedivere",1,1,1 ], "to Avalon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bedlington terrier",1,1,1 ], "Bedlington" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bedlington terrier",1,1,1 ], "a large breed of terrier with a thick white fleecy coat| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedloe's Island",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1956) of Liberty Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedouin",1,1,1 ], "Arabia, Jordan, and Syria, as well as parts of the Sahara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bedouin",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the nomadic tribes of Arabs inhabiting the deserts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedouin",1,1,2 ], "a wanderer or rover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedouin",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Bedouins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedouin",1,2,2 ], "wandering or roving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beds|",1,1,1 ], "Bedfordshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bedworth",1,1,1 ], "a coal-mining town in central England, in N Warwickshire| Pop|: 40,535 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beeb",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the B|B|C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beecham",1,1,1 ], "Delius, Sibelius, and Richard Strauss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beecham",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas| 1879-1961, English conductor who did much to promote the works of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beecher",1,1,1 ], "1813-87, U|S| clergyman: a leader in the movement for the abolition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beecher",1,1,1 ], "slavery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beelzebub",1,1,1 ], "a god of the Philistines (2 Kings 1:2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beelzebub",1,1,2 ], "Satan or any devil or demon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beerbohm",1,1,1 ], "Sir Max| 1872-1956, English critic, wit, and caricaturist, whose works include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beerbohm",1,1,1 ], "Zuleika Dobson (1911), a satire on Oxford undergraduates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beersheba",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Israel: commercial centre of the Negev| In biblical times it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beersheba",1,1,1 ], "marked the southern limit of Palestine| Pop|: 84,100 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beethoven" ,1, 1, 1],"1770-1827, German composer, who greatly extended the form and scope of",1). c_DEF([ "Beethoven" ,1, 1, 1],"include nine symphonies, 32 piano sonatas, 16 string quartets, five piano concertos, a",3). c_DEF([ "Beethoven" ,1, 1, 1],"symphonic and chamber music, bridging the classical and romantic traditions|His works",2). c_DEF([ "Beethoven" ,1, 1, 1],"violin concerto, two masses, the opera",4). c_DEF([ "Beethoven" ,1, 1, 2],"and choral music|",1). c_DEF([ "Beghard",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Christian brotherhood that was founded in Flanders in the 13th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beghard",1,1,1 ], "century and followed a life based on that of the Beguines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Begin",1,1,1 ], "became a leader of the militant Zionists; prime minister of Israel since 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Begin",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, Israeli statesman, born in Poland| In Palestine after 1942, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beguin",1,1,1 ], "another word for Beghard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beguine",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Christian sisterhood that was founded in Liege in the 12th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beguine",1,1,1 ], "century, and, though not taking religious vows, followed an austere life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Behan",1,1,1 ], "1923-64, Irish writer, noted esp| for his plays The Quare Fellow (1954) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Behan",1,1,1 ], "Republican Army, Borstal Boy (1958)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Behan",1,1,1 ], "The Hostage (1958) and for an account of his detention as a member of the Irish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Behistun" ,1, 1, 1],"Bisitun, or Bisutunn",1). c_DEF([ "Behistun" ,1, 1, 2],"a village in W Iran by the ancient road from Ecbatana to Babylon|On a nearby",1). c_DEF([ "Behistun" ,1, 1, 2],"cliff is an inscription by Darius in Old Persian, Elamite, and Babylonian describing",2). c_DEF([ "Behistun" ,1, 1, 2],"his enthronement",3). c_DEF([ "Behring",1,1,1 ], "Emil von | 1854-1917, German bacteriologist, who discovered diphtheria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Behring",1,1,1 ], "tetanus antitoxins: Nobel prize for medicine 1901|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beiderbecke",1,1,1 ], "called Bix| 1903-1931, U|S| jazz cornettist, composer, and pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beira",1,1,1 ], "Angola, through Zaire, Zambia, and Rhodesia| Pop|: 113,770 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beira",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Mozambique: terminus of a transcontinental railway from Lobito," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beirut",1,1,1 ], "Empire from the 16th century until 1918; four universities (Lebanese, American," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beirut",1,1,1 ], "French, and Arab)| Pop|: 600,000 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beirut",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Lebanon, a port on the Mediterranean: part of the Ottoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bel Paese",1,1,1 ], "a mild creamy Italian cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bel",1,1,1 ], "(in Babylonian and Assyrian mythology) the god of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bel",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Brazil, the capital of Para state, on the Para River: major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bel",1,1,1 ], "trading centre for the Amazon basin| Pop|: 565,097 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belfast",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Belfast",1,1,1 ], "Irish Protestantism and of the linen industry in the 17th century| Pop|: 360,150" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belfast",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Northern Ireland, a port on Belfast Lough: became the centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belfort",1,1,1 ], "France after 1871| Capital: Belfort| Pop|: 131,359 (1975)| Area: 608 sq| km (237 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belfort",1,1,1 ], "Territoire de| a department of E France: the only part of Alsace remaining to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belfort",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Belfort",1,1,2 ], "a fortress town in E France: strategically situated in the Belfort Gap between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belfort",1,1,2 ], "the Vosges and the Jura mountains| Pop|: 57,317 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belgae",1,1,1 ], "N France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belgae",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Celtic people who in Roman times inhabited present-day Belgium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgian Congo",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1908-1960) of Zaire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgian hare",1,1,1 ], "a large red breed of domestic rabbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgian",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Belgium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Belgium or the Belgians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Walloon French or the Flemish languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "Austria, France, and the Netherlands before becoming an independent kingdom in 1830| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "Brussels| Pop|: 9,813,152 (1975 est|)| Area: 30,513 sq| km (11,778 sq| miles)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "French and Flemish| Religion: chiefly Roman Catholic| Currency: franc| Capital:" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in NW Europe: at various times under the rulers of Burgundy, Spain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "formed the Benelux customs union with the Netherlands and Luxembourg in 1947 and is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "now a member of the European Economic Community| It consists chiefly of a low-lying" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "region of sand, woods, and heath (the Campine) in the north and west, and a fertile" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Belgium",1,1,1 ], "undulating central plain rising to the Ardennes Mountains in the southeast| Languages:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Belgorod-Dnestrovski",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Byelgorod-Dnestrovski" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgrade",1,1,1 ], "746,105 (1971)| Serbo-Croatian name: Beograd" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Belgrade",1,1,1 ], "Sava Rivers: became the capital of Serbia in 1878 and of Yugoslavia in 1929| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belgrade",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Yugoslavia, in the E part at the confluence of the Danube and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belgravia",1,1,1 ], "Square" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belgravia",1,1,1 ], "a fashionable residential district of W central London, around Belgrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belg|",1,1,1 ], "Belgian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belg|",1,1,2 ], "Belgium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belial",1,1,1 ], "Christian tradition with the devil or Satan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belial",1,1,1 ], "a demon mentioned frequently in apocalyptic literature: indentified in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belial",1,1,2 ], "(in the Old Testament and rabbinical literature) worthlessness or wickedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belisarius",1,1,1 ], "505-565 a|d|, Byzantine general under Justinian I| He recovered North Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belisarius",1,1,1 ], "from the Vandals and Italy from the Ostrogoths and led forces against the Persians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belisha beacon",1,1,1 ], "a flashing light in an orange globe mounted on a post, indicating a pedestrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belisha beacon",1,1,1 ], "crossing on a road" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belitung",1,1,1 ], "another name for Billiton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,1 ], "1973): British Honduras" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,1 ], "British from 1638; granted internal self-government in 1964| Official language:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,1 ], "Caribbean: site of a Mayan civilization until the 9th century a|d|; colonized by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,1 ], "English; Carib and Spanish are also spoken| Currency: Belize dollar| Capital: Belmopan|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 122,000 (1969 est|)| Area: 22,965 sq| km (8867 sq| miles)| Former name (until" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,1 ], "an internally self-governing British colony in Central America, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,2 ], "1973, when it was abandoned as hurricane-prone| Pop|: 33,482 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belize",1,1,2 ], "a port and the largest city in Belize, on the Caribbean coast: capital until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bell",1,1,1 ], "Acton, Currer , and Ellis| pen names of the sisters Anne, Charlotte, and Emily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bell",1,1,1 ], "Bronte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bell",1,1,2 ], "Alexander Graham| 1847-1922, U|S| scientist, born in Scotland, who invented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bell",1,1,2 ], "the telephone (1876)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bell",1,1,3 ], "New Zealand (1925)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bell",1,1,3 ], "Sir Francis Henry Dillon| 1851-1936, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellatrix",1,1,1 ], "the third brightest star in the constellation Orion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellay",1,1,1 ], "1522-60, French poet, a member of the Pleiade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belle Isle",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Atlantic, at the N entrance to the Strait of Belle Isle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belle Isle",1,1,1 ], "between Labrador and Newfoundland| Area: about 39 sq| km (15 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belleau Wood",1,1,1 ], "a German advance on Paris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belleau Wood",1,1,1 ], "a forest in N France: site of a battle (1918) in which the U|S| Marines halted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belleek",1,1,1,1 ], "a kind of thin fragile porcelain with a lustrous glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belleek",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellerophon",1,1,1 ], "Pegasus, notably the killing of the monster Chimera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bellerophon",1,1,1 ], "a hero of Corinth who performed many deeds with the help of the winged horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellingshausen Sea",1,1,1 ], "an area of the S Pacific Ocean off the coast of Antarctica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellini",1,1,1 ], "Giovanni (d#fo!vanni)|1430-1516, Italian painter of the Venetian school, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellini",1,1,1 ], "for his altarpieces, landscapes, and Madonnas| His father Jacopo (??1400-70) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bellini",1,1,1 ], "his brother Gentile (??1429-1507) were also painters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bellini",1,1,2 ], "Sonnambula (1831) and Norma (1831)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bellini",1,1,2 ], "Vincenzo (vin!t#s$entso)| 1801-35, Italian composer of operas, esp| La" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellinzona",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bellinzona",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE central Switzerland, capital of Ticino canton| Pop|: 16,979" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belloc" ,1, 1, 1],"1870-1953, English poet, essayist, and historian, born in France, noted",1). c_DEF([ "Belloc" ,1, 1, 1],"particularly for his verse for children in",2). c_DEF([ "Belloc" ,1, 1, 2],"and Cautionary Tales (1907)",1). c_DEF([ "Bellona",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bellow",1,1,1 ], "(1944), The Adventures of Augie March (1953), Herzog (1964), and Humboldt's Gift" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bellow",1,1,1 ], "(1975): Nobel prize for literature 1976" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bellow",1,1,1 ], "born 1915, U|S| novelist, born in Canada| His works include Dangling Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belmondo",1,1,1 ], "born 1933, French film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belmopan",1,1,1 ], "(since 1973) the capital of Belize, about 50 miles inland: founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belmopan",1,1,1 ], "1970|Pop|: 4000 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belo Horizonte",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belo Horizonte",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, the capital of Minas Gerais state| Pop|: 1,232,708" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belorussia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Byelorussia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belostok",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for Bialystok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belovo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Byelovo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belsen",1,1,1 ], "a village in N West Germany: with Bergen, the site of a Nazi concentration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Belsen",1,1,1 ], "camp (1943-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belshazzar",1,1,1 ], "8:1); described as having received a divine message of doom written on a wall at a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Belshazzar",1,1,1 ], "banquet (Belshazzar's Feast)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Belshazzar",1,1,1 ], "referred to as king and son of Nebuchadnezzar in the Old Testament (Daniel 5:1, 17;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Belshazzar",1,1,1 ], "the son of Nabonidus; coregent of Babylon with his father for eight years:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beltane",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Celtic festival with a sacrificial bonfire on May Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bemba",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of Africa, living chiefly in Zambia on a high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bemba",1,1,1 ], "infertile plateau" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bemba",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bemba",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Bella",1,1,1 ], "(1963-65) of independent Algeria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Bella",1,1,1 ], "born 1916, Algerian statesman: first prime minister (1962-65) and president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Day process",1,1,1 ], "a method of adding texture, shading, or detail to line drawings by overlaying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Day process",1,1,1 ], "a transparent sheet of dots or any other pattern during platemaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Lomond",1,1,1 ], "(3192 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Lomond",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W central Scotland, on the E side of Loch Lomond| Height: 973 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Lomond",1,1,2 ], "a mountain in NE Tasmania| Height: 1527 m (5010 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Lomond",1,1,3 ], "a mountain in SE Australia, in NE New South Wales| Height: 1520 m (4986 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Nevis",1,1,1 ], "Britain| Height: 1343 m (4406 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ben Nevis",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W Scotland, in the Grampian mountains: highest peak in Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben-Gurion",1,1,1 ], "1886-1973, Israeli socialist statesman, born in Poland; first prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ben-Gurion",1,1,1 ], "of Israel (1948-53, 1955-63)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ben-Zvi",1,1,1 ], "1884-1963, Israeli statesman president (1952-63)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benadryl",1,1,1 ], "C17H21NO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benadryl",1,1,1 ], "an antihistamine drug used in sleeping pills; diphenhydramine| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benares",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Varanasi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bendel",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Benin City| Pop|: 3,535,839 (1976 est|)| Area: 39,737 sq| km (15,339 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bendel",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Nigeria, on the Gulf of Guinea: mainly tropical rain forest|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bendel",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Former name (until 1976): Mid-Western State" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bendigo",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Australia, in central Victoria: founded in 1851 after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bendigo",1,1,1 ], "discovery of gold| Pop|: 45,860 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bene",1,1,1 ], "1884-1948, Czech statesman president of Czechoslovakia (1935-38; 1946-48) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bene",1,1,1 ], "of its government in exile (1939-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benedicite",1,1,1 ], "Domini Domino in Latin, and O all ye Works of the Lord in English" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Benedicite",1,1,1 ], "a canticle that originated as part of the Song of the Three Holy Children in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedicite",1,1,1 ], "the secondary addition to the Book of Daniel, beginning Benedicite omnia opera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benedict XV",1,1,1 ], "original name Giacomo della Chiesa| 1854-1922, pope (1914-22); noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedict XV",1,1,1 ], "repeated attempts to end World War I and for his organization of war relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benedict",1,1,1 ], "480-547 a|d|, Italian monk: founded the Benedictine order at Monte Cassino in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedict",1,1,1 ], "Italy in about 540 a|d| His Regula Monachorum became the basis of the rule of all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benedict",1,1,1 ], "Western Christian monastic orders| Feast day: March 21" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictine",1,1,1,1 ], "a monk or nun who is a member of a Christian religious community founded by or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictine",1,1,1,1 ], "following the rule of Saint Benedict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictine",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictine",1,1,2 ], "Benedictine monastery at Fecamp in France in about 1510" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictine",1,1,2 ], "a greenish-yellow liqueur made from a secret formula developed at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictus",1,1,1 ], "Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictus",1,1,1 ], "a short canticle beginning Benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini in Latin and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictus",1,1,2 ], "a canticle beginning Benedictus Dominus Deus Israel in Latin and Blessed be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benedictus",1,1,2 ], "the Lord God of Israel in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benelux",1,1,1 ], "became an economic union in 1960" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benelux",1,1,1 ], "the customs union formed by Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg in 1948;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benelux",1,1,2 ], "these countries collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benet",1,1,1 ], "1898-1943, U|S| poet and novelist, best known for his poem on the American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benet",1,1,1 ], "Civil War John Brown's Body (1928)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benevento",1,1,1 ], "Lombard, Saracen, Norman, and papal rule| Pop|: 59,016 (1971)| Ancient name: Beneventum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benevento",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Italy, in N Campania: at various times under Samnite, Roman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benfleet",1,1,1 ], "47,924 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benfleet",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in S Essex on an inlet of the Thames estuary| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bengal light",1,1,1 ], "a firework or flare that burns with a steady bright blue light, formerly used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bengal light",1,1,1 ], "as a signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bengal",1,1,1 ], "(Bangladesh)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bengal",1,1,1 ], "Brahmaputra Rivers: in 1947 divided into West Bengal (belonging to India) and East Bengal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bengal",1,1,1 ], "a former province of NE India, in the great deltas of the Ganges and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bengal",1,1,2 ], "Bay of| a wide arm of the Indian Ocean, between India and Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bengali",1,1,1 ], "Bengalis are mainly Hindus; the East Bengalis of Bangladesh are mainly Muslims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bengali",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people living chiefly in Bangladesh and in West Bengal| The West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bengali",1,1,2 ], "language of West Bengal; it belongs to the Indic branch of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bengali",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people: the official language of Bangladesh and the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bengali",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Bengal, the Bengalis, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benghazi",1,1,1 ], "(1911-42); scene of much fighting in World War II| Ancient names: Hesperides, Berenice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benghazi",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Libya, on the Gulf of Sidra: centre of Italian colonization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benguela",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 40,996 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Benguela",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Angola: founded in 1617; a terminus (with Lobito) of the railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benguela",1,1,1 ], "that runs from Beira in Mozambique through the Copper Belt of Zambia and Rhodesia|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beng|",1,1,1 ], "Bengal(i)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beni Hasan",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Egypt, on the Nile, with cliff-cut tombs dating from 2000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beni Hasan",1,1,1 ], "b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beni",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Bolivia, rising in the E Cordillera of the Andes and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beni",1,1,1 ], "north to the Marmore River| Length: over 1600 km (1000 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benin City",1,1,1 ], "Benin| Pop|: 136,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benin City",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Nigeria, capital of Bendel state: former capital of the kingdom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,1 ], "Currency: franc| Capital: Porto Novo| Pop|: 2,760,000 (1971 UN est|)| Official name:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,1 ], "Guinea: in the early 19th century a powerful Negro kingdom, famed for its women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,1 ], "People's Republic of Benin|Former name (until 1975): Dahomey" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W Africa, on the Bight of Benin, a section of the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,1 ], "centre, and the Atakora Mountains in the northwest| Official language: French|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,1 ], "chiefly of coastal lagoons and swamps in the south, a fertile plain and marshes in the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,1 ], "warriors; became a French colony in 1893, gaining independence in 1960| It consists" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,2 ], "a former kingdom of W Africa, powerful from the 14th to the 17th centuries:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benin",1,1,2 ], "now a province of S Nigeria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benjamin",1,1,1,1 ], "the youngest and best-loved son of Jacob and Rachel (Genesis 35:16-18; 42:4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benjamin",1,1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from this patriarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benjamin",1,1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe, northwest of the Dead Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benjamin",1,1,2 ], "a youngest and favourite son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bennett",1,1,1 ], "Arnold| 1867-1931, English novelist, noted for The Old Wives' Tale (1908)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bennett",1,1,1 ], "Clayhanger (1910), and other works set in the Staffordshire Potteries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bennett",1,1,2 ], "Richard Rodney| born 1936, English composer, noted for his operas The Mines of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bennett",1,1,2 ], "Sulphur (1965) and Victory (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bennett",1,1,3 ], "Sir William Sterndale| 1816-75, English composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bennington",1,1,1 ], "American Independence| Pop|: 7950 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bennington",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Vermont: the site of a British defeat (1777) in the War of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beno",1,1,1 ], "12th-century French trouvere: author of the Roman de Troie, which contains the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beno",1,1,1 ], "episode of Troilus and Cressida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benoni",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE South Africa, in S Transvaal: gold mines| Pop|: 149,563 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bentham",1,1,1 ], "1748-1831, English philosopher and jurist: a founder of utilitarianism| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bentham",1,1,1 ], "Morals and Legislation (1789)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bentham",1,1,1 ], "works include A Fragment on Government (1776) and Introduction to the Principles of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bentinck",1,1,1 ], "Lord William Cavendish| 1774-1839, English statesman, first governor general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bentinck",1,1,1 ], "of India (1828-35)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bentley",1,1,1 ], "Edmund Clerihew| 1875-1956, English journalist, noted for his invention of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bentley",1,1,1 ], "clerihew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bentley",1,1,2 ], "Richard| 1662-1742, English classical scholar, noted for his imaginative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bentley",1,1,2 ], "textual emendations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benue",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Makurdi| Pop|: 2,641,496 (1976 est|)| Area: 19,200 sq| km (7412 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benue",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of Benue-Plateau state|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benue",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Africa, rising in N Cameroon and flowing west across Nigeria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benue",1,1,2 ], "chief tributary of the River Niger| Length: 1400 km (870 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benue-Congo",1,1,1 ], "Bantu languages together with certain other languages of W Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Benue-Congo",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Niger-Congo family of African languages, consisting of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benue-Congo",1,2,1 ], "relating or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Benzedrine",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for amphetamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beograd",1,1,1 ], "the Serbo-Croatian name for Belgrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beowulf",1,1,1 ], "an anonymous Old English epic poem in alliterative verse, believed to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beowulf",1,1,1 ], "been composed in the 8th century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berar",1,1,1 ], "a region of W central India: part of Madhya Pradesh state since 1950;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berar",1,1,1 ], "important for cotton-growing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berber",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Caucasoid Muslim people of N Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berber",1,1,2 ], "languages| There are extensive differences between dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berber",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, forming a subfamily of the Afro-Asiatic family of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berber",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berbera",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Somalia, on the Gulf of Aden| Pop|: 25,000 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berchtesgaden",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE West Germany, in SE Bavaria: site of the fortified mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berchtesgaden",1,1,1 ], "retreat of Adolf Hitler| Pop|: 5752 (1958)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berdichev",1,1,1 ], "71,475 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berdichev",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, in the central Ukrainian SSR| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berdyayev",1,1,1 ], "1874-1948, Russian philosopher|Although he was a Marxist, his Christian views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berdyayev",1,1,1 ], "led him to criticize Soviet communism and he was forced into exile (1922)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berenson",1,1,1 ], "1865-1959, U|S| art historian, born in Lithuania: an authority on art of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berenson",1,1,1 ], "Italian Renaissance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berezina",1,1,1 ], "Sea by the Berezina Canal|Length: 563 km (350 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berezina",1,1,1 ], "a river in the W Soviet Union, in the Byelorussian SSR, rising in the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berezina",1,1,1 ], "and flowing south to the River Dnieper: linked with the River Dvina and the Baltic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berezniki",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Soviet Union: chemical industries| Pop|: 167,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berg" ,1, 1, 1],"1885-1935, Austrian composer: a pupil of Schoenberg| His works include the",1). c_DEF([ "Berg" ,1, 1, 1],"operas",2). c_DEF([ "Berg" ,1, 1, 2],"and Lulu (1935), chamber works, and songs",1). c_DEF([ "Bergama",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Turkey| Pop|: 26,973 (1970)| Ancient name: Pergamum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergamo",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in N Italy, in Lombardy| Pop|: 129,511 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergdama",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Damara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergen",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Norway: chief city in medieval times| Pop|: 214,019 (1974 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergen",1,1,2 ], "the Flemish name for Mons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergius",1,1,1 ], "1884-1949, German chemist, who invented a process for producing oil by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergius",1,1,1 ], "high-pressure hydrogenation of coal: Nobel prize for chemistry 1931" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bergman",1,1,1 ], "Ingmar | born 1918, Swedish film director, whose films include The Seventh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergman",1,1,1 ], "Seal (1956), Wild Strawberries (1957), the trilogy Through a Glass Darkly (1961)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bergman",1,1,1 ], "Winter Light (1962), and The Silence (1963), and Persona (1966)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bergman",1,1,2 ], "Ingrid| born 1915| Swedish film actress, working in Hollywood 1938-48; noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bergman",1,1,2 ], "Tolls (1943), Anastasia (1956), and The Inn of the Sixth Happiness (1958)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bergman",1,1,2 ], "for her leading roles in many films, including Casablanca (1942), For Whom the Bell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bergson" ,1, 1, 1],"1859-1941, French philosopher, who sought to bridge the gap between",1). c_DEF([ "Bergson" ,1, 1, 1],"metaphysics and science| His main works are",2). c_DEF([ "Bergson" ,1, 1, 2],"&-Bergsonian (b$z$:gs@@$un$I@) adj|,n",2). c_DEF([ "Bergson" ,1, 1, 2],"and Creative Evolution (1907, trans| 1911): Nobel prize for literature 1927|",1). c_DEF([ "Bergsonism",1,1,1 ], "experience and asserts the existence of a life-giving force that permeates the entire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bergsonism",1,1,1 ], "natural order" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bergsonism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophy of Bergson, which emphasizes duration as the basic element of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beria",1,1,1 ], "1899-1953, Soviet chief of secret police killed by his associates shortly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beria",1,1,1 ], "after Stalin's death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bering Sea",1,1,1 ], "2,275,000 sq| km (878,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bering Sea",1,1,1 ], "a part of the N Pacific Ocean, between NE Siberia and Alaska| Area: about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bering Strait",1,1,1 ], "a strait between Alaska and the Soviet Union, connecting the Bering Sea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bering Strait",1,1,1 ], "the Arctic Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bering",1,1,1 ], "1681-1741, Danish navigator, who explored the N Pacific for the Russians and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bering",1,1,1 ], "discovered Bering Island and the Bering Strait" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berio",1,1,1 ], "and vocal timbre and technique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berio",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, Italian composer, noted esp| for works that exploit instrumental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beriosova",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, British ballet dancer, born in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeleian",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the philosophy of George Berkeley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeleian",1,2,1 ], "a follower of his teachings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeleianism",1,1,1 ], "only the substratum in which these perceptions inhere, not an independent thing or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeleianism",1,1,1 ], "quality" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeleianism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical system of George Berkeley, holding that objects exist only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeleianism",1,1,1 ], "when perceived, that God's perception sustains the universe, and that matter is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",1,1,1 ], "California| Pop|: 111,637 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",1,1,1 ], "a city in W California, on San Francisco Bay: seat of the University of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",2,1,1 ], "Busby| original name William Berkeley| 1895-1976, U|S| dance director, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",2,1,1 ], "esp| for his choreography of film musicals|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",2,1,2 ], "George| 1685-1753, Irish philosopher and Anglican bishop, whose system of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",2,1,2 ], "Human Knowledge (1710) and Three Dialogues between Hylas and Philonous (1713)| He" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",2,1,2 ], "also wrote Essay towards a New Theory of Vision (1709)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",2,1,2 ], "subjective idealism was expounded in his works A Treatise concerning the Principles of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berkeley",2,1,3 ], "Sir Lennox born 1903, English composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkshire",1,1,1 ], "Downs occupy central parts| Administrative centre: Reading| Pop|: 659,000 (1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berkshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of S England: the River Thames marks the N boundary and the Berkshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berkshire",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 1877 sq| km (725 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berkshire",1,1,2 ], "a breed of pork and bacon pig having a black body and white points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berks| ",1,1,1 ], "Berkshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berlichingen",1,1,1 ], "and kidnapped nobles for ransom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berlichingen",1,1,1 ], "called the Iron Hand| 1480-1562, German warrior knight, who robbed merchants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",1,1,1 ], "East Germany, and the western sectors, which form an exclave in East German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",1,1,1 ], "Germany| Pop|: (East Berlin) 1,094,496 (1975 est|);(West Berlin) 2,047,948 (1974 est|)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Germany, divided since 1945 into the eastern sector, capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",1,1,1 ], "dividing the sectors was built in 1961 by the East German authorities to stop the flow" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",1,1,1 ], "of refugees from east to west; formerly the capital of Brandenburg, Prussia, and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",1,1,1 ], "territory closely affiliated politically and economically with West Germany: a wall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",2,1,1 ], "born in Russia| His musical comedies include Annie Get Your Gun (1946); his most" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",2,1,1 ], "original name Israel Baline, born 1888, U|S| composer and writer of lyrics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berlin",2,1,1 ], "popular song is White Christmas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berlinguer",1,1,1 ], "1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berlinguer",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, Italian politician leader of the Italian Communist Party since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berlioz" ,1, 1, 1],"1803-69, French composer, regarded as a pioneer of modern orchestration| His",1). c_DEF([ "Berlioz" ,1, 1, 1],"works include the cantata",2). c_DEF([ "Berlioz" ,1, 1, 2],"(1860-62), the Symphonie fantastique (1830), and the oratorio L'Enfance du Christ (1854)",2). c_DEF([ "Berlioz" ,1, 1, 2],"the operas Les Troyens (1856-59) and B''eatrice et B''en''edict",1). c_DEF([ "Bermejo",1,1,1 ], "Paraguay River| Length: about 1600 km (1000 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bermejo",1,1,1 ], "a river in Argentina, rising in the northwest and flowing southeast to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda grass",1,1,1 ], "a widely distributed grass, Cynodon dactylon, with wiry creeping rootstocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda grass",1,1,1 ], "and several purplish spikes of flowers arising from a single point: used for lawns," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda grass",1,1,1 ], "pasturage, binding sand dunes, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda rig",1,1,1 ], "a fore-and-aft sailing boat rig characterized by a tall mainsail that tapers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda rig",1,1,1 ], "to a point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda shorts",1,1,1 ], "close-fitting shorts that come down to the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda",1,1,1 ], "Bermudas) in the NW Atlantic: discovered in 1515, first colonized by the British in 1684|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Hamilton| Pop|: 62,330 (1970)| Area: 53 sq| km (20 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bermuda",1,1,1 ], "a British colony consisting of a group of over 300 coral islands (The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bern",1,1,1 ], "confederation in 1353 and became the capital in 1848| Pop|: 152,800 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bern",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Switzerland, in the W part, on the Aar River: entered the Swiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bern",1,1,2 ], "Berne (b$ern)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bern",1,1,2 ], "Capital: Bern| Pop|: 983,296 (1970)| Area: 6884 sq| km (2658 sq| miles)|French name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bern",1,1,2 ], "a canton of Switzerland, between the French frontier and the Bernese Alps|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernadette",1,1,1 ], "Lourdes, whose visions of the Virgin Mary led to the establishment of Lourdes as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernadette",1,1,1 ], "centre of pilgrimage, esp| for the sick or crippled| Feast day: Feb| 18" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bernadette",1,1,1 ], "original name Marie Bernarde Soubirous| 1844-79, French peasant girl born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernadotte",1,1,1 ], "1764-1844, French marshal under Napoleon king of Norway and Sweden (1818-44)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernadotte",1,1,1 ], "as Charles XIV" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernard of Clairvaux",1,1,1 ], "1090-1153, French abbot and theologian, who founded the stricter branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernard of Clairvaux",1,1,1 ], "Cistercians in 1115" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernard",1,1,1 ], "Claude (klo$:d)| 1813-78, French physiologist, noted for his research on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernard",1,1,1 ], "action of secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernard",1,1,2 ], "French monk who founded hospices in the Alpine passes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernard",1,1,2 ], "Saint , known as Bernard of Menthon and the Apostle of the Alps| 923-1008," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernardine",1,1,1 ], "a monk of one of the reformed and stricter branches of the Cistercian order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernardine",1,2,1,1 ], "of or relating to this branch of the Cistercians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernardine",1,2,1,2 ], "of or relating to Saint Bernard of Clairvaux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernese Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SW Switzerland, the N central part of the Alps| Highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernese Alps",1,1,1 ], "peak: Finsteraarhorn, 4274 m (14,024 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernhardt",1,1,1 ], "greatest tragic actresses of all time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernhardt",1,1,1 ], "original name Rosine Bernard|1844-1923, French actress, regarded as one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernina Pass",1,1,1 ], "Height: 2323 m (7622 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernina Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass in the Alps between SE Switzerland and N Italy, east of Piz Bernina|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernina",1,1,1 ], "Rhaetian Alps| Height: 4049 m (13,284 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernina",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SE Switzerland, the highest peak of the Bernina Alps, in the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernini",1,1,1 ], "1598-1680, Italian painter, architect, and sculptor: the greatest exponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernini",1,1,1 ], "the Italian baroque" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli",1,1,1 ], "Daniel (da!nj$el), son of Jean Bernoulli| 1700-82, Swiss mathematician and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli",1,1,1 ], "physicist, who developed an early form of the kinetic theory of gases and stated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli",1,1,1 ], "principle of conservation of energy in fluid dynamics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli",1,1,2 ], "Jacques (#f$a$:k)or Jakob | 1654-1705, Swiss mathematician, noted for his work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli",1,1,2 ], "on calculus and the theory of probability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli",1,1,3 ], "developed the calculus of variations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli",1,1,3 ], "his brother, Jean (#f?~a)or Johann | 1667-1748, Swiss mathematician who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli's principle",1,1,1 ], "energy, potential energy, and kinetic energy at any point is constant, provided no work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli's principle",1,1,1 ], "is done on or by the liquid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bernoulli's principle",1,1,1 ], "the principle that in a liquid flowing through a pipe the sum of the pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bernstein",1,1,1 ], "(1949), the score of the musical West Side Story (1957), and Mass (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bernstein",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, U|S| conductor and composer, whose works include The Age of Anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berry",1,1,1 ], "Goode (1958), Sweet Little Sixteen (1958), and Memphis Tennessee (recorded ??1958;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berry",1,1,1 ], "guitarist, and songwriter| His many songs include Roll Over Beethoven (1956), Johnny B|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berry",1,1,1 ], "original name Charles Edward Berry| born 1931, U|S| rock-and-roll singer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berry",1,1,1 ], "released 1964)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bertillon system",1,1,1 ], "a detailed record of physical characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bertillon system",1,1,1 ], "a system formerly in use for identifying persons, esp| criminals, by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bertolucci" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1940, Italian film director: his films include",1). c_DEF([ "Bertolucci" ,1, 1, 2],"The Conformist (1970), and 1900 (1975)",1). c_DEF([ "Berwick",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SE Scotland, now part of the Borders region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berwick-upon-Tweed",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in N Northumberland at the mouth of the Tweed: much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berwick-upon-Tweed",1,1,1 ], "centuries; neutral territory 1551-1885| Pop|: 11,644 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berwick-upon-Tweed",1,1,1 ], "involved in border disputes between England and Scotland between the 12th and 16th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Berzelius",1,1,1 ], "Baron Jons Jakob | 1779-1848, Swedish chemist, who invented the present system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Berzelius",1,1,1 ], "atomic and molecular weight of many substances" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Berzelius",1,1,1 ], "of chemical symbols and formulas, discovered several elements, and determined the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bes",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Egyptian god represented as a grotesque hairy dwarf: the patron of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bes",1,1,1 ], "music and pleasure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Besancon",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Besancon",1,1,1 ], "a city in E France, on the Doubs River: university (1422)| Pop|: 126,187" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Besant",1,1,1 ], "England and India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Besant",1,1,1 ], "nee Wood| 1847-1933, British theosophist, writer, and political reformer in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bessarabia",1,1,1 ], "44,300 sq| km (17,100 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bessarabia",1,1,1 ], "a region of the SW Soviet Union, mostly in the Moldavian SSR: long disputed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bessarabia",1,1,1 ], "the Turks and Russians; a province of Rumania from 1918 until 1940| Area: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bessel",1,1,1 ], "1784-1846, German astronomer and mathematician|He made the first authenticated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bessel",1,1,1 ], "mathematical functions used in physics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bessel",1,1,1 ], "measurement of a star's distance from the earth (1841) and systematized a series of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bessemer converter",1,1,1 ], "a refractory-lined furnace used to convert pig iron into steel by the Bessemer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bessemer converter",1,1,1 ], "process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bessemer process",1,1,1 ], "1250 degrees C in a Bessemer converter: silicon, manganese, and phosphorus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bessemer process",1,1,1 ], "a process for producing steel by blowing air through molten pig iron at about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bessemer process",1,1,1 ], "impurities are removed and the carbon content is controlled" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bessemer process",1,1,2 ], "a similar process for removing sulphur and iron from copper matte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Best",1,1,1 ], "1899-1978, Canadian physiologist: associated with Banting and Macleod in their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Best",1,1,1 ], "discovery of insulin in 1922" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beta",1,1,1 ], "the second brightest star in a constellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Betelgeuse",1,1,1 ], "a variable red supergiant, Alpha Orionis: the second brightest star in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Betelgeuse",1,1,1 ], "constellation Orion| Distance: 260 light years; diameter: 330-460 times solar diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bethany",1,1,1 ], "a village on the west bank of the River Jordan, near Jerusalem at the foot of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethany",1,1,1 ], "place of Jesus during Holy Week" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bethany",1,1,1 ], "the Mount of Olives: in the New Testament, the home of Lazarus and the lodging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bethe",1,1,1 ], "astrophysics and nuclear physics: Nobel prize for physics 1967" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bethe",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, U|S| physicist, born in Germany, noted for his research on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethel",1,1,1 ], "Old Testament, the place where the dream of Jacob occurred (Genesis 28:19)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bethel",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town on the west bank of the River Jordan, near Jerusalem: in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethel",1,1,2 ], "a chapel of any of certain Nonconformist Christian sects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethel",1,1,3 ], "a seamen's chapel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethesda",1,1,1 ], "a pool in Jerusalem reputed to have healing powers, where a paralytic was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethesda",1,1,1 ], "healed by Jesus (John 5:2)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bethesda",1,1,2 ], "a chapel of any of certain Nonconformist Christian sects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethlehem",1,1,1 ], "Jesus and early home of King David" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bethlehem",1,1,1 ], "a town on the west bank of the River Jordan, near Jerusalem: birthplace of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethmann Hollweg",1,1,1 ], "1856-1921, chancellor of Germany (1909-17)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bethsaida",1,1,1 ], "a ruined town in N Israel, near the N shore of the Sea of Galilee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Betjeman",1,1,1 ], "Sir John| born 1906, English poet, noted for his nostalgic and humorous verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Betjeman",1,1,1 ], "and essays and for his concern for the preservation of historic buildings, esp| of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Betjeman",1,1,1 ], "the Victorian era| Appointed poet laureate 1972" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Betti" ,1, 1, 1],"1892-1953, Italian writer, noted esp| for his plays, including",1). c_DEF([ "Betti" ,1, 1, 2],"Corruzione al palazzo di giustizia (1949), and La Regina e gli insorte (1951)",1). c_DEF([ "Beulah",1,1,1 ], "the land of Israel (Isaiah 62:4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beuthen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Bytom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bevan",1,1,1 ], "Service (1948)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bevan",1,1,1 ], "his oratory| As minister of health (1945-51) he introduced the National Health" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bevan",1,1,1 ], "known as Nye| 1897-1960, British Labour statesman, born in Wales: noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beveridge",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Beveridge| 1879-1963, British economist, whose Report on Social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beveridge",1,1,1 ], "Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Beveridge",1,1,1 ], "Insurance and Allied Services (1942) formed the basis of social-security legislation in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beverly Hills",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 33,416 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beverly Hills",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW California, near Los Angeles: famous as the home of film stars|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bevin",1,1,1 ], "1881-1951, British Labour statesman and trade unionist, who was largely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bevin",1,1,1 ], "of labour (1940-45); foreign secretary (1945-51)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bevin",1,1,1 ], "responsible for the creation of the Transport and General Workers' Union (1922): minister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bewick",1,1,1 ], "(1789), a large woodcut, Aesop's Fables (1818), and his History of British Birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bewick",1,1,1 ], "(1797-1804)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bewick",1,1,1 ], "1753-1828, English wood engraver; his best-known works are Chillingham Bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bexhill(-on-Sea)" ,1, 1, 1],"(1971)",2). c_DEF([ "Bexhill(-on-Sea)" ,1, 1, 1],"a resort in S England, in East Sussex on the English Channel|Pop|: 32,849",1). c_DEF([ "Bexley",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London| Pop|: 213,500 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beyo",1,1,1 ], "a district of Istanbul, north of the Golden Horn: the European quarter| Former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Beyo",1,1,1 ], "name: Pera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Beyrouth",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Beirut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bezwada",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Vijayawada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhagalpur",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, in E Bihar on the River Ganges| Pop|: 172,202 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhagavad-Gita",1,1,1 ], "Mahabharata, a Sanskrit epic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bhagavad-Gita",1,1,1 ], "a sacred Hindu text composed about 200 b|c| and incorporated into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhai",1,1,1 ], "a title or form of address prefixed to the names of distinguished Sikhs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bharat Natyam",1,1,1 ], "a form of Indian classical ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bharat",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Hindi name for India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bharatiya",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to India; Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhatpara",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, in West Bengal on the Hooghly River: jute and cotton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhatpara",1,1,1 ], "mills| Pop|: 204,750 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bhavnagar",1,1,1 ], "a port in W India, in S Gujarat| Pop|: 225,358 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhopal",1,1,1 ], "a city in central India, the capital of Madhya Pradesh state and of the former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhopal",1,1,1 ], "state of Bhopal| Pop|: 298,022 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bhubaneswar",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in E India, the capital of Orissa state: many temples built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhubaneswar",1,1,1 ], "between the 7th and 16th centuries| Pop|: 105,491 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutan",1,1,1 ], "Himalayas in the north| Official language: Dzongka; Nepali is also spoken| Religion:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutan",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in central Asia: disputed by Tibet, China, India, and Britain since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutan",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: about 46,600 sq| km (18,000 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutan",1,1,1 ], "mostly Mahayana Buddhist| Currency: rupee| Capital: Thimbu| Pop|: 1,146,000 (1974 UN" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutan",1,1,1 ], "responsible for Bhutan's external affairs); contains inaccessible stretches of the E" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutan",1,1,1 ], "the 18th century, the conflict now being chiefly between China and India (which is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutto",1,1,1 ], "(1973-77) of Pakistan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bhutto",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, Pakistani statesman president (1971-73) and prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bi",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for bismuth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biafra",1,1,1 ], "Civil War, but defeated by Nigerian government forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biafra",1,1,1 ], "a region of E Nigeria: seceded as an independent republic (1967-70) during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biafra",1,1,2 ], "Bight of| former name (until 1975) of (the Bight of)Bonny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biak",1,1,1 ], "Islands| Area: 2455 sq| km (948 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biak",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, north of West Irian: the largest of the Schouten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bialystok",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 187,100 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bialystok",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Poland: belonged to Prussia (1795-1807) and to Russia (1807-1919)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biarritz",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon III and by Queen Victoria and Edward VII of England| Pop|: 27,653 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biarritz",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW France, on the Bay of Biscay: famous resort, patronized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible Belt",1,1,1 ], "certain regions of the U|S|, esp| in the South, where Protestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible Belt",1,1,1 ], "fundamentalism is dominant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bible paper",1,1,1 ], "a thin tough opaque paper used for Bibles, prayer books, and reference books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible paper",1,1,2 ], "(not in technical usage) another name for India paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible",1,1,1,1 ], "Testaments and, in the Roman Catholic Church, the Apocrypha" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bible",1,1,1,1 ], "the| the sacred writings of the Christian religion, comprising the Old and New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible",1,1,2 ], "any book containing the sacred writings of a religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible",1,1,3 ], "a book regarded as authoritative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bible-basher",1,1,1 ], "an enthusiastic or aggressive exponent of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biblical Aramaic",1,1,1 ], "found in the later books of the Old Testament (esp| Daniel 2:4-7:28)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Biblical Aramaic",1,1,1 ], "the form of Aramaic that was the common language of Palestine in New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biblical Aramaic",1,1,1 ], "times| It was widespread throughout the Persian Empire from the 5th century and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biblical Latin",1,1,1 ], "Vulgate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biblical Latin",1,1,1 ], "the form of Latin used in versions of the Bible, esp| the form used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biblicist",1,1,1 ], "a biblical scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biblicist",1,1,2 ], "a person who takes the Bible literally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bibl|",1,1,1 ], "Biblical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bib|",1,1,1 ], "Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bib|",1,1,2 ], "Biblical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biche-la-mar",1,1,1 ], "another name for Beach-la-Mar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bida",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Doha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biddle",1,1,1 ], "1615-62, English theologian; founder of Unitarianism in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biedermeier",1,1,1 ], "Germany, characterized by solidity and conventionality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biedermeier",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a decorative and furnishing style in mid-19th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biedermeier",1,1,2 ], "boringly conventional in outlook; bourgeois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biel",1,1,1 ], "Bienne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biel",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Switzerland, on Lake Biel| Pop|: 64,333 (1970)| French name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biel",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in NW Switzerland: remains of lake dwellings were discovered here" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biel",1,1,2 ], "in the 19th century| Area: 39 sq| km (15 sq| miles)| German name: Bielersee " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bielefeld",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in NE North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 321,200 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bielefeld",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bielsko-Biala",1,1,1 ], "Krakowska; a leading textile centre since the 16th century| Pop|: 116,100 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bielsko-Biala",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Poland: created in 1951 by the union of Bielsko and Biala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bien Hoa",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Vietnam: a former capital of Cambodia| Pop|: 177,513 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bienne",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Biel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bierce",1,1,1 ], "1842-1914, U|S| journalist and author of humorous sketches, horror stories," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bierce",1,1,1 ], "and tales of the supernatural: he disappeared during a mission in Mexico (1913)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bifrost",1,1,1 ], "the rainbow bridge of the gods from their realm Asgard to earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Ben",1,1,1 ], "the bell in the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament, London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Ben",1,1,2 ], "the clock in this tower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Ben",1,1,3 ], "the tower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Bertha",1,1,1 ], "a large German gun of World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Board",1,1,1 ], "the quotation board in the New York Stock Exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Board",1,1,2 ], "the New York Stock Exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Brother",1,1,1 ], "a person, organization, etc|, that exercises total dictatorial control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Dipper",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for the Plough (constellation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Five",1,1,1 ], "immediately following World War II, the U|S|, Britain, the Soviet Union, China, and France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Big Five",1,1,1 ], "the five countries considered to be the major world powers| In the period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Big Five",1,1,1 ], "were regarded as the Big Five" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bihar",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 174,038 sq| km (67,875 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bihar",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE India: hilly in the south, with the Ganges plain in the north;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bihar",1,1,1 ], "important for rice and mineral resources, esp| coal| Capital: Patna| Pop|: 56,353,369" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bihari",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Indian people living chiefly in Bihar but also in Bangladesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bihari",1,1,1 ], "and Pakistan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bihari",1,1,2 ], "dialects, belonging to the Indic branch of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bihari",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, comprising a number of highly differentiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bihari",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people, their language, or Bihar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biisk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Biysk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bijapur",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in W India, in N Mysore: capital of a former kingdom, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bijapur",1,1,1 ], "fell at the end of the 17th century| Pop|: 103,931 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bikaner",1,1,1 ], "Bikaner, on the edge of the Thar Desert| Pop|: 188,518 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bikaner",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in NW India, in Rajasthan: capital of the former state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bikila",1,1,1 ], "1932-73, Ethiopian long-distance runner: winner of the Marathon at the Olympic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bikila",1,1,1 ], "Games in Rome (1960) and Tokyo (1964)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bikini",1,1,1 ], "an atoll in the N Pacific; one of the Marshall Islands: site of a U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bikini",1,1,1 ], "atom-bomb test in 1946" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bilbao",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Spain, on the Bay of Biscay: famous since medieval times for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bilbao",1,1,1 ], "iron and steel works and exports iron ore| Pop|: 410,490 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bilbao",1,1,1 ], "production of iron and steel goods, esp| swords; still contains the country's largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bildungsroman",1,1,1 ], "a novel concerned with a person's formative years and development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bill of Rights",1,1,1 ], "an English statute of 1689 guaranteeing the rights and liberty of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bill of Rights",1,1,1 ], "individual subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bill of Rights",1,1,2 ], "guarantee the liberty of the individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bill of Rights",1,1,2 ], "the first ten amendments to the U|S| Constitution, added in 1791, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bill of Rights",1,1,3 ], "any charter or summary of basic human rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Billingsgate",1,1,1 ], "the largest fish market in London, on the N bank of the River Thames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Billiton",1,1,1 ], "an island of Indonesia, in the Java Sea between Borneo and Sumatra| Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Billiton",1,1,1 ], "town: Tandjungpandan| Area: 4833 sq| km (1866 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Billy the Kid",1,1,1 ], "nickname of William H| Bonney| 1859-81, U|S| outlaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bim",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Barbados" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Binet-Simon scale" ,1, 1, 1],"a test comprising questions and tasks, used to determine the mental age of",1). c_DEF([ "Binet-Simon scale" ,1, 1, 1],"subjects, usually children",2). c_DEF([ "Binet-Simon scale" ,1, 1, 2],"test",1). c_DEF([ "Bingen",1,1,1 ], "23,700 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bingen",1,1,1 ], "a town in W West Germany on the Rhine: wine trade and tourist centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Binh Dinh",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Vietnam| Pop|: 147,000 (1968 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bini",1,1,1 ], "another name for Edo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bircher" ,1, 1, 1],"Birchist, or Birchiten",1). c_DEF([ "Bircher" ,1, 1, 2],"a member or supporter of the John Birch Society",1). c_DEF([ "Bird",1,1,1 ], "nickname of (Charlie)Parker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev",1,1,1 ], "born 1945, king of Nepal since 1972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birkenhead",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Birkenhead",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW England, in Merseyside: shipbuilding centre| Pop|: 137,738" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birkenhead",2,1,1 ], "1st Earl of, known as F| E| Smith| 1872-1930, English Conservative statesman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birkenhead",2,1,1 ], "lawyer, and orator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Birmingham",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central England, in West Midlands: the second largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birmingham",1,1,1 ], "city in Great Britain| Pop|: 1,013,366 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Birmingham",1,1,2 ], "an industrial city in N central Alabama: rich local deposits of coal, iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birmingham",1,1,2 ], "ore, and other minerals| Pop|: 295,686 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biro",1,1,1 ], "a kind of ballpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birobidzhan",1,1,1 ], "Region| Pop|: 55,724 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Birobidzhan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the Soviet Union, in SE Siberia: capital of the Jewish Autonomous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birobidzhan",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Jewish Autonomous Region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birthday honours",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) honorary titles conferred on the official birthday of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Birthday honours",1,1,1 ], "sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Birtwhistle",1,1,1 ], "(1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Birtwhistle",1,1,1 ], "born 1934, English composer, whose works include the opera Punch and Judy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bisayas",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for the Visayan Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biscay",1,1,1 ], "a large bay of the Atlantic Ocean between W France and N Spain: notorious for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biscay",1,1,1 ], "storms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bishop Auckland",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in central Durham: seat of the bishops of Durham since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bishop Auckland",1,1,1 ], "the 12th century| Pop|: 33,292 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bisitun",1,1,1 ], "another name for Behistun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bisk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Biysk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biskra",1,1,1 ], "a town and oasis in NE Algeria, in the Sahara| Pop|: 59,052 (1966)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "Admiralty Islands| Chief town: Rabaul, on New Britain| Pop|: 218,265 (1966)| Area: 49,658" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 200 islands in the SW Pacific, northeast of New Guinea: part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "of Papua New Guinea| Main islands: New Britain, New Ireland, Lavongai, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (19,173 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck herring",1,1,1 ], "marinaded herring, served cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck",1,1,1 ], "a city in North Dakota, on the Missouri River: the state capital| Pop|: 34,703" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck",2,1,1 ], "Austria and France, and Germany was united| In 1871 he became the first chancellor of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck",2,1,1 ], "Prince Otto (Eduard Leopold) von , called the Iron Chancellor| 1815-98, German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck",2,1,1 ], "statesman; prime minister of Prussia (1862-90)| Under his leadership Prussia defeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bismarck",2,1,1 ], "the German Reich" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bissau",1,1,1 ], "Portuguese Guinea| Pop|71,169 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bissau",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Guinea-Bissau, on the Atlantic: until 1974 the capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bisutun",1,1,1 ], "another name for Behistun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bithynia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country on the Black Sea in NW Asia Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bitolj",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 65,851 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bitolj",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Yugoslavia, in Macedonia: under Turkish rule from 1382 until 1913|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bitter Lakes",1,1,1 ], "the Suez Canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bitter Lakes",1,1,1 ], "two lakes, the Great Bitter Lake and Little Bitter Lake, in NE Egypt: part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Biysk",1,1,1 ], "207,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Biysk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, at the foot of the Altai Mountains| Pop:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bizerte",1,1,1 ], "Bizerte| Pop|: 346,445 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bizerte",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Tunisia, on the Mediterranean at the canalized outlet of Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bizet",1,1,1 ], "1838-75, French composer, whose works include the opera Carmen (1875) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bizet",1,1,1 ], "incidental music to Daudet's L'Arlesienne (1872)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bjart",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, French dancer and choreographer| His choreography is characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bjart",1,1,1 ], "by a combination of classic and modern dance and acrobatics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bjneborg",1,1,1 ], "the Swedish name for Pori" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bk",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for berkelium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Country",1,1,1 ], "the heavily industrialized region of the West Midlands of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Death",1,1,1 ], "a form of bubonic plague pandemic in Europe and Asia during the 14th century," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Death",1,1,1 ], "when it killed over 50 million people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Forest",1,1,1 ], "German name: Schwarzwald" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Forest",1,1,1 ], "a hilly wooded region of SW West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg: many resorts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Friar",1,1,1 ], "a Dominican friar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hand",1,1,1 ], "a group of Sicilian blackmailers and terrorists formed in the 1870s and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hand",1,1,1 ], "operating in the U|S| in the early 20th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hand",1,1,2 ], "(in 19th-century Spain) an organization of anarchists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hills",1,1,1 ], "2208 m (7242 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hills",1,1,1 ], "a group of mountains in W South Dakota and NE Wyoming: famous for the gigantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hills",1,1,1 ], "sculptures of U|S| presidents on the side of Mount Rushmore| Highest peak: Harney Peak," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hole of Calcutta",1,1,1 ], "English prisoners, of whom only 23 survived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hole of Calcutta",1,1,1 ], "a small dungeon in which in 1756 the Nawab of Bengal reputedly confined 146" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Hole of Calcutta",1,1,2 ], "any uncomfortable or overcrowded place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Maria",1,1,1 ], "a police van for transporting prisoners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Van, 802 m (2632 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S Wales, in E Dyfed and W Powys| Highest peak: Carmarthen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Mountains",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range in S Wales, in E Gwent| Highest peak: Waun Fach, 811 m (2660" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Mountains",1,1,2 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Muslim",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) a political and religious movement of Black people who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Muslim",1,1,1 ], "adapt the religious practices of Islam and seek to establish a new Black nation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Panther",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a member of a militant Black political party founded in 1965 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Panther",1,1,1 ], "end the political dominance of Whites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Power",1,1,1 ], "a social, economic, and political movement of Black people, esp| in the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Power",1,1,1 ], "and Australia, to obtain equality with Whites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Rod",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) an officer of the House of Lords and of the Order of the Garter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Rod",1,1,1 ], "whose main duty is summoning the Commons at the opening and proroguing of Parliament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Rod",1,1,2 ], "a similar officer in any of certain other legislatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Sash",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) an organization of women opposed to apartheid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Sea",1,1,1 ], "Bosporus, the Sea of Marmara, and the Dardanelles, and to the Sea of Azov by the Kerch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Sea",1,1,1 ], "Strait| Area: about 415,000 sq| km (160,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Black Sea",1,1,1 ], "an inland sea between SE Europe and Asia: connected to the Aegean Sea by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Sea",1,1,2 ], "Ancient name: Pontus Euxinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Volta",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Africa, rising in SW Upper Volta and flowing northeast, then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black Volta",1,1,1 ], "south into Lake Volta: forms part of the border of Ghana with Upper Volta and with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black Volta",1,1,1 ], "the Ivory Coast| Length: about 800 km (500 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Black Watch",1,1,1 ], "the Royal Highland Regiment in the British army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black and Tan",1,1,1 ], "a member of the armed force sent to Ireland in 1921 by the British Government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black and Tan",1,1,1 ], "to combat Sinn Fein: named after the colour of their uniforms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Black",1,1,1 ], "a member of a dark-skinned race, esp| a Negro or an Australian Aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Black",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a Black or Blacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackbeard",1,1,1 ], "nickname of (Edward)Teach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackburn",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackburn",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England, in central Lancashire: textile industries| Pop: 101,672" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackburn",1,1,2 ], "Height: 5037 m (16,523 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackburn",1,1,2 ], "Mount| a mountain in SE Alaska, the highest peak in the Wrangell Mountains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackett",1,1,1 ], "Baron| 1897-1974, English physicist, noted for his work on cosmic radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackett",1,1,1 ], "and his discovery of the positron| Nobel prize for physics 1948" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackfoot",1,1,1 ], "a member of a warlike group of North American Indian peoples formerly living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackfoot",1,1,1 ], "in the northwestern Plains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackfoot",1,1,2 ], "any of the languages of these peoples, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackmore" ,1, 1, 1],"oddridge)",1). c_DEF([ "Blackmore" ,1, 1, 2],"1825-1900, English novelist; author of Lorna Doone (1869)",1). c_DEF([ "Blackpool",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in NW England, in Lancashire on the Irish Sea: famous for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackpool",1,1,1 ], "its tower, 158 m (520 ft|) high, and its illuminations| Pop|: 151,311 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackshirt",1,1,1 ], "(in Europe) a member of a fascist organization, esp| a member of the Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackshirt",1,1,1 ], "Fascist party before and during World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackstone",1,1,1 ], "Sir William| 1723-80, English jurist noted particularly for his Commentaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackstone",1,1,1 ], "in the U|S" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blackstone",1,1,1 ], "on the Laws of England (1865-69), which had a profound influence on jurisprudence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackwall hitch",1,1,1 ], "a knot for hooking tackle to the end of a rope, holding fast when pulled but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackwall hitch",1,1,1 ], "otherwise loose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blackwood",1,1,1 ], "a conventional bidding sequence of four and five no-trumps, which are requests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blackwood",1,1,1 ], "to the partner to show aces and kings respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blagoveshchensk",1,1,1 ], "165,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blagoveshchensk",1,1,1 ], "a city and port in the SE Soviet Union, in Siberia on the Amur River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blake",1,1,1 ], "Robert| 1599-1657, English admiral, who commanded Cromwell's fleet against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blake",1,1,1 ], "the Royalists, the Dutch, and the Spanish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blake",1,1,2 ], "Book of Job (1826), for Dante's poems, and for his own Prophetic Books (1783-1804)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Blake",1,1,2 ], "William| 1757-1827, English poet, painter, engraver, and mystic| His literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blake",1,1,2 ], "arts include engravings of a visionary nature, such as the illustrations for The" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Blake",1,1,2 ], "of Heaven and Hell (1793), and Jerusalem (1820)| His chief works in the visual" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blake",1,1,2 ], "works include Songs of Innocence (1789) and Songs of Experience (1794), The Marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blamey",1,1,1 ], "Forces in the SW Pacific (1942-45)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blamey",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas Albert| 1884-1951, Australian soldier; the first Australian field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blamey",1,1,1 ], "marshal| He served in both World Wars and was commander in chief of the Allied Land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blanc",1,1,1 ], "Mont" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blanc",1,1,2 ], "Cape| a headland in N Tunisia: the northernmost point of Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blanc",1,1,3 ], "Cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blanc",1,1,4 ], "a peninsula in Mauritania, on the Atlantic coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blanc",2,1,1 ], "(1840), in which he advocated the establishment of cooperative workshops subsidized by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blanc",2,1,1 ], "1811-82, French socialist and historian: author of L'Organisation du travail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blanc",2,1,1 ], "the state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blanch",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, English churchman; archbishop of York since 1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blantyre-Limbe",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Malawi: largest city in the country; formed in 1956 from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blantyre-Limbe",1,1,1 ], "adjoining towns of Blantyre and Limbe| Pop|: 109,461 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blarney Stone",1,1,1 ], "a stone in Blarney Castle, in the SW Republic of Ireland, said to endow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blarney Stone",1,1,1 ], "whoever kisses it with skill in flattery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blasco Ib" ,1, 1, 1],"1Vicente (bi!$Tente)| 1867-1928, Spanish novelist, whose books include Blood",1). c_DEF([ "Blasco Ib" ,1, 1, 1],"and Sand (1909) and The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse (1916)",2). c_DEF([ "Blaue Reiter",1,1,1 ], "Kandinsky and Klee, who sought to express the spiritual side of man and nature, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blaue Reiter",1,1,1 ], "a group of German expressionist painters formed in Munich in 1911, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blaue Reiter",1,1,1 ], "they felt had been neglected by impressionism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blavatsky",1,1,1 ], "(1877)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blavatsky",1,1,1 ], "called Madame Blavatsky| 1831-91, Russian theosophist; author of Isis Unveiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blaydon",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NE England, in Tyneside| Pop: 32,018 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blcher",1,1,1 ], "1742-1819, Prussian field marshal, who commanded the Prussian army against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blcher",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon at Waterloo (1815)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blenheim",1,1,1 ], "Bavarians (1704) during the War of the Spanish Succession| Modern name: Blindheim" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blenheim",1,1,1 ], "Duke of Marlborough and Prince Eugene of Savoy that saved Vienna from the French and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blenheim",1,1,1 ], "a village in SW Germany, site of a victory of Anglo-Austrian forces under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blessed Sacrament",1,1,1 ], "the consecrated elements of the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blessed Virgin",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blida",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Algeria, on the edge of the Mitidja Plain| Pop: 93,000 (1966" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blida",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bligh",1,1,1 ], "1754-1817, British admiral: as a captain, commander of H|M|S| Bounty when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bligh",1,1,1 ], "crew mutinied in 1789" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blighty",1,1,1 ], "(used esp| by troops serving abroad) England; home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blighty",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in World War I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blighty",1,1,2,1 ], "a blighty one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blighty",1,1,3 ], "a slight wound that causes the recipient to be sent home to England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blighty",1,1,3,2 ], "leave in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blind Freddie",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary person representing the highest degree of incompetence (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blind Freddie",1,1,1 ], "the phrase Blind Freddie could see that!)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blindheim",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Blenheim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bliss",1,1,1 ], "(1953-75)| His works include the Colour Symphony (1922), film and ballet music, and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bliss",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur| 1891-1975, English composer; Master of the Queen's Musick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bliss",1,1,1 ], "cello concerto (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blitz",1,1,1 ], "Luftwaffe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blitz",1,1,1 ], "the systematic nighttime bombing of the British in 1940-41 by the German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloch",1,1,1 ], "(1916) and America (1926)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bloch",1,1,1 ], "Ernest| 1880-1959, U|S| composer, born in Switzerland, who found inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloch",1,1,1 ], "in Jewish liturgical and folk music: his works include the symphonies Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bloch",1,1,2 ], "(1952) for his work on the magnetic moments of atomic particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bloch",1,1,2 ], "Felix| born 1905, U|S| physicist, born in Switzerland: Nobel prize for physics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloch",1,1,3 ], "Konrad Emil| born 1912, U|S| biochemist, born in Germany: shared the Nobel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloch",1,1,3 ], "prize for medicine in 1964 for his work on fatty-acid metabolism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bloemfontein",1,1,1 ], "a city in central South Africa: capital of the Orange Free State and judicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloemfontein",1,1,1 ], "capital of the Republic| Pop|: 148,282 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blois",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blois",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central France, on the Loire: 13th-century castle| Pop|: 51,950" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blok" ,1, 1, 1],"1880-1921, Russian poet whose poems, which include",1). c_DEF([ "Blok" ,1, 1, 2],"Verses about the Beautiful Lady",1). c_DEF([ "Blok" ,1, 1, 3],"and Rasput'ya (1902-4), contain a mixture of symbolism, romanticism, tragedy,",1). c_DEF([ "Blok" ,1, 1, 3],"and irony",2). c_DEF([ "Bloodless Revolution",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Glorious Revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloody Mary",1,1,1 ], "a drink consisting of tomato juice and vodka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomfield",1,1,1 ], "1887-1949, U|S| linguist, influential for his strictly scientific and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomfield",1,1,1 ], "descriptive approach to comparative linguistics; author of Language (1933)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomington",1,1,1 ], "42,890 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomington",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Indiana: seat of the University of Indiana (1820)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomsbury Group",1,1,1 ], "G| E| Moore, they included Leonard and Virginia Woolf, Clive and Vanessa Bell," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomsbury Group",1,1,1 ], "Roger Fry, E| M| Forster, Lytton Strachey, Duncan Grant, and John Maynard Keynes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomsbury Group",1,1,1 ], "a group of writers, artists, and intellectuals living and working in and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomsbury Group",1,1,1 ], "around Bloomsbury in London from about 1907 to 1930| Influenced by the philosophy of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomsbury",1,1,1 ], "Museum, part of the University of London, and many publishers' offices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomsbury",1,1,1 ], "a district of central London in the borough of Camden: contains the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bloomsbury",1,2,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of the Bloomsbury Group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blow",1,1,1 ], "Prince Bernhard von | 1849-1929, chancellor of Germany (1900-09)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blriot",1,1,1 ], "1872-1936, French aviator and aeronautical engineer: made the first flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blriot",1,1,1 ], "across the English Channel (1909)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Mantle",1,1,1 ], "one of the four pursuivants of the British College of Arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Butte, 2773 m (9097 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in NE Oregon and SE Washington| Highest peak: Rock Creek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Mountains",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range in the West Indies, in E Jamaica: Blue Mountain coffee is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Mountains",1,1,2 ], "grown on its slopes| Highest peak: Blue Mountain Peak, 2270 m (7445 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Mountains",1,1,3 ], "Range| Highest part: about 1360 m (4460 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Mountains",1,1,3 ], "a plateau in SE Australia, in E New South Wales: part of the Great Dividing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Nile",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Africa, rising in central Ethiopia as the Abbai and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Nile",1,1,1 ], "southeast, then northwest to join the White Nile| Length: about 1530 km (950 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Ridge Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Georgia: part of the Appalachian mountains| Highest peak: Mount Mitchell, 2038 m (6684" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Ridge Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the eastern U|S|, extending from West Virginia into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Ridge Mountains",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Rod",1,1,1 ], "Usher of the Blue Rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blue Rod",1,1,1 ], "officer of the Order of St| Michael and St| George| Full title: Gentleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blue",1,1,1 ], "a person with red hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bluebeard",1,1,1 ], "a villain in European folk tales who marries several wives and murders them in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bluebeard",1,1,1 ], "turn| In many versions the seventh and last wife escapes the fate of the others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bluebeard",1,1,2 ], "a man who has had several wives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bluey",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blum",1,1,1 ], "1872-1950, French socialist statesman premier of France (1936-37; 1938;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blum",1,1,1 ], "1946-47)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blvd|",1,1,1 ], "Boulevard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Blyth",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Blyth",1,1,1 ], "a port in N England, in SE Northumberland, on the North Sea| Pop|: 34,617" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bme",1,1,1 ], "1575-1624, German mystic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bn|",1,1,1 ], "Baron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bn|",1,1,2 ], "Battalion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bo-Bo",1,1,1 ], "Pacific| Length: about 390 km (240 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bo-Bo",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Chile, rising in the Andes and flowing northwest to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boa Vista",1,1,1 ], "Branco| Pop|: 37,062 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boa Vista",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Brazil, capital of the federal territory of Roraima, on the Rio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boabdil",1,1,1 ], "last Moorish king of Granada (1482-83; 1486-92)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boabdil",1,1,1 ], "original name Abu-Abdullah, called El Chico, ruled as Mohammed XI| died 1538," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boadicea",1,1,1 ], "Britain; after being defeated she poisoned herself| Latin name: Boudicca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boadicea",1,1,1 ], "died 62 a|d|, a queen of the Iceni, who led a revolt against Roman rule in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boanerges",1,1,1 ], "a nickname applied by Jesus to James and John in Mark 317" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boanerges",1,1,2 ], "a fiery preacher, esp| one with a powerful voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Board of Trade unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of electrical energy equal to 1 kilowatt-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Board of Trade",1,1,1 ], "(in the United Kingdom) a ministry within the Department of Trade: responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Board of Trade",1,1,1 ], "for the supervision of commerce and the promotion of export trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boaz",1,1,1 ], "David's ancestors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boaz",1,1,1 ], "a kinsman of Naomi, who married her daughter-in-law Ruth (Ruth 2-4); one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bobo-Dioulasso",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Upper Volta| Pop|: 78,478 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boccherini",1,1,1 ], "1743-1805, Italian composer and cellist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boccioni",1,1,1 ], "1882-1916, Italian painter and sculptor: principal theorist of the futurist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boccioni",1,1,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boche",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in World Wars I and II) a German, esp| a German soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boche",1,1,2 ], "the| Germans collectively, esp| German soldiers regarded as the enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bochum",1,1,1 ], "Valley| Pop|: 338,022 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bochum",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in West Germany, in W North Rhine-Westphalia, in the Ruhr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bodensee",1,1,1 ], "the German name for (Lake)Constance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bodh Gaya",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Buddh Gaya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bodhisattva",1,1,1 ], "(in Mahayana Buddhism) a divine being worthy of nirvana who remains on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bodhisattva",1,1,1 ], "human plane to help men to salvation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bodleian",1,1,1 ], "the principal library of Oxford University: a copyright deposit library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bodmin",1,1,1 ], "Moor, a granite upland rising to 420 m (1375 ft|)| Pop|: 9204 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bodmin",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SW England, administrative centre of Cornwall, near Bodmin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bodoni",1,1,1 ], "(1740-1813)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bodoni",1,1,1 ], "a style of type designed by the Italian printer Giambattista Bodoni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Body of Christ",1,1,1 ], "the Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boehmite",1,1,1 ], "a grey, red, or brown mineral that consists of alumina in rhombic crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boehmite",1,1,1 ], "form and occurs in bauxite| Formula: AlO(OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boeotia",1,1,1 ], "a region of ancient Greece, northwest of Athens| It consisted of ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boeotia",1,1,1 ], "century b|c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boeotia",1,1,1 ], "city-states, which formed the Boeotian League, led by Thebes: at its height in the 4th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boeotia",1,1,2 ], "the ancient name for Voiotia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boer War",1,1,1 ], "against the Zulus, the second in 1899, when the Orange Free State and Transvaal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boer War",1,1,1 ], "declared war on Britain" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Boer War",1,1,1 ], "either of two conflicts between Britain and the South African Boers, the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boer War",1,1,1 ], "in 1881 when the Boers sought to regain the independence given up for British aid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boer",1,1,1,1 ], "Africa, mainly in Cape Colony, the Orange Free State, and the Transvaal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boer",1,1,1,1 ], "a descendant of any of the Dutch or Huguenot colonists who settled in South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boethius",1,1,1 ], "480-524 a|d|, Roman philosopher and statesman, noted particularly for his work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boethius",1,1,1 ], "De Consolatione Philosophiae| He was accused of treason and executed by Theodoric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bofors gun",1,1,1 ], "an automatic double-barrelled antiaircraft gun with 40 millimetre bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bogarde",1,1,1 ], "(1967), and Death in Venice (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bogarde",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, British film actor: his films include The Servant (1963), Accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bogart",1,1,1 ], "Falcon (1941), High Sierra (1941), Casablanca (1942), The African Queen (1951), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bogart",1,1,1 ], "The Caine Mutiny (1954)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bogart",1,1,1 ], "nicknamed Bogey| 1899-1957, U|S| film actor: his films include The Maltese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bognor Regis",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bognor Regis",1,1,1 ], "a resort in S England, in West Sussex on the English Channel| Regis was added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bognor Regis",1,1,1 ], "to the name after King George V's convalescence here in 1929| Pop|: 34,389" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bogor",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 195,882 (1971)| Former name: Buitenzorg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bogor",1,1,1 ], "a city in Indonesia, in W Java: botanical gardens and research institutions|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bogot",1,1,1 ], "2,855,065 (1973)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bogot",1,1,1 ], "centre of Chibcha civilization; founded as a city in 1538 by the Spaniards| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bogot",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Colombia, on a central plateau of the E Andes: originally the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemia",1,1,1 ], "a former kingdom of central Europe, surrounded by mountains: independent from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemia",1,1,1 ], "the 9th to the 13th century; belonged to the Hapsburgs from 1526 until 1918" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemia",1,1,2 ], "Bohemia-Moravia|Czech name: vCechy|German name: Bohmen " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemia",1,1,2 ], "From 1939 until 1945 it formed part of the German protectorate of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemia",1,1,2 ], "the Czech-speaking part of W Czechoslovakia, formerly a province (1918-49)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemia",1,1,3 ], "a district frequented by unconventional people, esp| artists or writers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian Brethren",1,1,1 ], "a Protestant Christian sect formed in the 15th century from various Hussite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian Brethren",1,1,1 ], "groups, which rejected oaths and military service and advocated a pure and disciplined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian Brethren",1,1,1 ], "spiritual life| It was reorganized in 1722 as the Moravian Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian Forest",1,1,1 ], "Arber, 1457 m (4780 ft|)| Czech name: vCesky Les | German name: Bohmerwald " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian Forest",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range between SW Czechoslovakia and SE West Germany| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian",1,1,1 ], "Czech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Bohemia, esp| of the old kingdom of Bohemia; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian",1,1,2 ], "a person, esp| an artist or writer, who lives an unconventional life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian",1,1,3 ], "the Czech language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Bohemia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemian",1,2,2 ], "unconventional in appearance, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohemianism",1,1,1 ], "unconventional behaviour or appearance, esp| of an artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohol",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: about 3900 sq| km (1500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bohol",1,1,1 ], "an island of the central Philippines| Chief town: Tagbilaran| Pop|: 683,297" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohr theory",1,1,1 ], "a theory of atomic structure that explains the spectrum of hydrogen atoms| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohr theory",1,1,1 ], "absorption of a quantum of radiation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bohr theory",1,1,1 ], "assumes that the electron orbiting around the nucleus can exist only in certain energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bohr theory",1,1,1 ], "states, a jump from one state to another being accompanied by the emission or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bohr",1,1,1 ], "1885-1962, Danish physicist, who applied the quantum theory to Rutherford's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bohr",1,1,1 ], "model of the atom to explain spectral lines: Nobel prize for physics 1922" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boileau",1,1,1 ], "full name Nicolas Boileau-Despreaux| 1636-1711, French poet and critic; author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boileau",1,1,1 ], "of satires, epistles, and L'Art Poetique (1674), in which he laid down the basic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boileau",1,1,1 ], "principles of French classical literature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bois de Boulogne",1,1,1 ], "Auteuil and Longchamp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bois de Boulogne",1,1,1 ], "a large park in W Paris, formerly a forest: includes the racecourses of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bois-le-Duc",1,1,1 ], "the French name for 's Hertogenbosch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boise",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Idaho: the state capital| Pop|: 74,990 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boito" ,1, 1, 1],"1842-1918, Italian operatic composer and librettist, whose works include the",1). c_DEF([ "Boito" ,1, 1, 1],"opera",2). c_DEF([ "Boito" ,1, 1, 2],"and the librettos for Verdi's Otello and Falstaff",1). c_DEF([ "Bokassa I",1,1,1 ], "Empire since 1977; president for life since 1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bokassa I",1,1,1 ], "original name Jean Bedel Bokassa, born 1921, emperor of the Central African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bokhara",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Bukhara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bokm'",1,1,1 ], "one of the two official forms of written Norwegian, closely related to Danish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bokm'",1,1,2 ], "Formerly called: Riksm'al" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolan Pass",1,1,1 ], "a mountain pass in W central Pakistan through the Brahui Range, between Sibi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolan Pass",1,1,1 ], "and Quetta, rising to 1800 m (5900 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boland",1,1,1 ], "an area of high altitude in the SW Cape Province of South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boleyn",1,1,1 ], "1507-36, second wife of Henry VIII of England; mother of Elizabeth I| She was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boleyn",1,1,1 ], "executed on a charge of adultery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bolingbroke",1,1,1 ], "the surname of Henry IV of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolingbroke",1,1,2 ], "Henry St| John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke| 1678-1751, English politician; fled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolingbroke",1,1,2 ], "Idea of a Patriot King (1738)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bolingbroke",1,1,2 ], "to England in 1723| His writings include A Dissertation on Parties (1733-34) and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bolingbroke",1,1,2 ], "to France in 1714 and acted as secretary of state to the Old Pretender; returned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivar",1,1,1 ], "1783-1830, South American soldier and liberator|He drove the Spaniards from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivar",1,1,1 ], "Peru became a separate state and was called Bolivia in his honour" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivar",1,1,1 ], "Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru and hoped to set up a republican confederation, but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivar",1,1,1 ], "was prevented by separatist movements in Venezuela and Colombia (1829-30)|Upper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1,098,580 sq| km (424,260 sq| miles)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: peso| Capital: La Paz| Pop|: 5,063,000 (1971 est|)|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "an inland republic in central S America: original Aymara Indian population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "conquered by the Incas in the 13th century; colonized by Spain from 1538; became a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "in the west; contains some of the world's highest inhabited regions; important" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "over 6400 m (21,000 ft|) and the Altiplano, a plateau averaging 3900 m (13,000 ft|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "producer of tin and other minerals| Official languages: Spanish, Quechua, and Aymara|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Bolivia",1,1,1 ], "republic in 1825; consists of low plains in the east, with ranges of the Andes rising to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boll" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1917, German novelist and short-story writer his novels include",1). c_DEF([ "Boll" ,1, 1, 2],"Nobel prize for literature (1972)",1). c_DEF([ "Bologna",1,1,1 ], "Middle Ages; university (1088)| Pop|: 491,330 (1975 est|)| Ancient name: Bononia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bologna",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, at the foot of the Apennines: became a free city in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolshevik",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a Russian Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolshevik",1,1,2 ], "any Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolshevik",1,1,3 ], "any political radical, esp| a revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolton",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England, in Greater Manchester: centre of the woollen trade since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bolton",1,1,1 ], "the 14th century; later important for cotton| Pop|: 153,977 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boltzmann constant",1,1,1 ], "10'-'2'3 joule per kelvin| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boltzmann constant",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the gas constant to the Avogadro constant, equal to 1|380,622 X" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boltzmann",1,1,1 ], "1844-1906, Austrian physicist|He established the principle of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boltzmann",1,1,1 ], "equipartition of energy and developed the kinetic theory of gases with J| C| Maxwell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bolzano",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 107,277 (1975 est|)| German name: Bozen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bolzano",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Italy, in Trentino-Alto Adige: belonged to Austria until 1919|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bol|",1,1,1 ], "Bolivia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bombay duck",1,1,1 ], "a teleost fish, Harpodon nehereus, that resembles and is related to the lizard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bombay duck",1,1,1 ], "fishes: family Harpodontidae| It is eaten dried with curry dishes as a savoury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bombay",1,1,1 ], "India; commercial and industrial centre, esp| for cotton| Pop|: 5,970,575 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bombay",1,1,1 ], "a port in W India, capital of Maharashtra state, on the Arabian Sea: India's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bombay",1,1,1 ], "largest city; ceded by Portugal to England in 1661 and of major importance in British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bomu",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Africa, rising in the SE Central African Empire and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bomu",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bomu",1,1,1 ], "west into the Uele River, forming the Ubangi River| Length: about 800 km (500" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bon",1,1,1 ], "of Lanterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bon",1,1,2 ], "an annual festival celebrated by Japanese Buddhists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bon",1,1,2,1 ], "the pre-Buddhist priests of Tibet or one such priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bon",1,1,2,2 ], "their religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bon",2,1,1 ], "a peninsula of NE Tunisia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bona",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S Alaska, in the Wrangell Mountains| Height: 5005 m (16,420" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bona",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaire",1,1,1 ], "(100 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaire",1,1,1 ], "Windward Islands| Chief town: Kralendijk| Pop|: 8181 (1972 est|)| Area: about 260 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaire",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S West Indies, in the E Netherlands Antilles: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaparte",1,1,1 ], "(1807-13)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaparte",1,1,1 ], "Jerome (#fe!ro$:m), brother of Napoleon I| 1784-1860, king of Westphalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaparte",1,1,2 ], "Joseph (#fo!z$ef), brother of Napoleon I| 1768-1844, king of Naples (1806-08)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaparte",1,1,2 ], "and of Spain (1808-13)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaparte",1,1,3 ], "Louis (lwi), brother of Napoleon I| 1778-1846, king of Holland (1806-10)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaparte",1,1,4 ], "Lucien (ly!sj?~$e), brother of Napoleon I| 1775-1840, prince of Canino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonapartism",1,1,1 ], "a political system resembling the rule of Napoleon I: centralized government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonapartism",1,1,1 ], "by a military dictator, who enjoys popular support given expression in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonapartism",1,1,1 ], "plebiscites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bonapartism",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in France) support for the government or dynasty of Napoleon Bonaparte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaventura",1,1,1 ], "God|Feast day: July 14" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaventura",1,1,1 ], "called the Seraphic Doctor| 1221-74, Italian Franciscan monk, mystic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonaventura",1,1,1 ], "theologian, and philosopher; author of a Life of St| Francis and Journey of the Soul to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bongo",1,1,1 ], "born 1935, Gabonese statesman; president of Gabon since 1967" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonheur",1,1,1 ], "1822-99, French painter of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonhoeffer",1,1,1 ], "1906-45, German Lutheran theologian: executed by the Nazis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boniface",1,1,1 ], "Mainz (746-755)| Feast day: June 5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boniface",1,1,1 ], "original name Wynfrith| 680-755 a|d|Anglo-saxon missionary: archbishop of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonin Islands",1,1,1 ], "(40 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bonin Islands",1,1,1 ], "World War II; returned to Japan in 1968| Largest island: Chichijima| Area: 103 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonin Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of 27 volcanic islands in the W Pacific: occupied by the U|S| after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonn",1,1,1 ], "the capital in 1949; university (1786)| Pop|: 283,260 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonn",1,1,1 ], "the capital of West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the Rhine: became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonnard",1,1,1 ], "1867-1947, French painter and lithographer, noted for the effects of light and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bonnard",1,1,1 ], "colour in his landscapes and sunlit interiors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonny",1,1,1 ], "Cameroon| Former name (until 1975): Bight of Biafra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bonny",1,1,1 ], "a wide bay at the E end of the Gulf of Guinea off the coasts of Nigeria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Book of Changes",1,1,1 ], "another name for the I Ching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Book of Common Prayer",1,1,1 ], "in 1549| The version now in most common use dates from 1662" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Book of Common Prayer",1,1,1 ], "the official book of church services of the Church of England, first published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Book of Mormon",1,1,1 ], "a sacred book of the Mormon Church, believed by Mormons to be a history of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Book of Mormon",1,1,1 ], "by the prophet Mormon to Joseph Smith" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Book of Mormon",1,1,1 ], "certain ancient peoples in America, written on golden tablets (now lost) and revealed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boole",1,1,1 ], "1815-64, English mathematician| In Mathematical Analysis of Logic (1847) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boole",1,1,1 ], "An Investigation of the Laws of Thought (1854), he applied mathematical formulae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boole",1,1,1 ], "to logic, creating Boolean algebra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boolean algebra",1,1,1 ], "a system of symbolic logic devised by George Boole to codify nonmathematical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boolean algebra",1,1,1 ], "logical operations| It is used in computers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boone",1,1,1 ], "1734-1820, American pioneer, explorer, and guide, esp| in Kentucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bootes" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation in the N hemisphere lying near Ursa Major and containing the",1). c_DEF([ "Bootes" ,1, 2, 1],"first magnitude star Arcturus",2). c_DEF([ "Booth",1,1,1 ], "Edwin Thomas, son of Junius Brutus Booth| 1833-93, U|S| actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Booth",1,1,2 ], "Abraham Lincoln" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Booth",1,1,2 ], "John Wilkes, son of Junius Brutus Booth| 1838-65, U|S| actor; assassin of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Booth",1,1,3 ], "Junius Brutus | 1796-1852, U|S| actor, born in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Booth",1,1,4 ], "Salvation Army (1878)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Booth",1,1,4 ], "William| 1829-1912, English religious leader; founder and first general of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boothia Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "America, lying west of the Gulf of Boothia, an arm of the Arctic Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boothia Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of N Canada: the northernmost part of the mainland of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bootle",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bootle",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW England, on the River Mersey adjoining Liverpool| Pop|: 74,208" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bop" ,1, 1, 1],"a form of jazz originating in the 1940s, characterized by rhythmic and",1). c_DEF([ "Bop" ,1, 1, 1],"harmonic complexity and instrumental virtuosity| Originally called: bebop",2). c_DEF([ "Bop" ,1, 1, 2],"a session of dancing to pop music",1). c_DEF([ "Bop" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "Bop" ,1, 2, 2],"to dance to pop music, as in a discotheque",1). c_DEF([ "Bophuthatswana",1,1,1 ], "(in the Orange Free State) being about 201 km (125 miles) from the nearest other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bophuthatswana",1,1,1 ], "1,200,000 (1977 est|)| Area: 40,330 sq| km (15,571 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bophuthatswana",1,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in N South Africa: consists of six separate areas, the smallest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bophuthatswana",1,1,1 ], "area in the Bantustan; became an autonomous state in 1977| Capital: Mmabatho| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bor'",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Sweden, chiefly producing textiles| Pop|: 105,559 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bora Bora",1,1,1 ], "Islands| Area: 39 sq| km (15 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bora Bora",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, in the Society Islands: one of the Leeward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bordeaux mixture",1,1,1 ], "a fungicide consisting of a solution of equal quantities of copper sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bordeaux mixture",1,1,1 ], "and quicklime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bordeaux",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 226,281 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bordeaux",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW France, on the River Garonne: a major centre of the wine trade|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bordeaux",1,1,2 ], "any of several red, white, or rose wines produced around Bordeaux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bordelaise",1,1,1 ], "denoting a brown sauce flavoured with red wine and sometimes mushrooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Border",1,1,1 ], "the area straddling the border between England and Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Border",1,1,2 ], "the region in the Cape Province of South Africa around East London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borders Region",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)| Area: 4700 sq| km (1800 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Borders Region",1,1,1 ], "Roxburgh, Selkirk, and part of Midlothian: generally hilly with the Merse (fertile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borders Region",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in S Scotland, formed in 1975 from Berwick, Peebles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borders Region",1,1,1 ], "lowlands) in the southeast| Administrative centre: Newton St| Boswells| Pop|: 99,917" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boreal",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting the northern coniferous forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boreal",1,1,2 ], "designating a climatic zone having snowy winters and short summers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boreal",1,1,3 ], "by cold winters, warm summers, and a flora dominated by pines and hazels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boreal",1,1,3 ], "designating a dry climatic period from about 7500 to 5500 b|c|, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boreas",1,1,1 ], "the god personifying the north wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borg",1,1,1 ], "born 1956, Swedish tennis player: Wimbledon champion 1976-78" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borgerhout",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Belgium, near Antwerp| Pop|: 49,002 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borges" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1899, Argentinian poet, short-story writer, and literary scholar|The",1). c_DEF([ "Borges" ,1, 1, 1],"short stories collected in",2). c_DEF([ "Borges" ,1, 1, 2],"he described as @6games with infinity@9|",1). c_DEF([ "Borghese",1,1,1 ], "a noble Italian family whose members were influential in Italian art and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borghese",1,1,1 ], "politics from the 16th to the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borgholm",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE Sweden, on the W coast of Oland Island, of which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borgholm",1,1,1 ], "the chief town| Pop|: 6836 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,1 ], "Cesare , son of Rodrigo Borgia (Pope Alexander VI)| 1475-1507, Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,1 ], "cardinal, politician, and military leader; model for Machiavelli's The Prince" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,2 ], "Her third marriage (1501), to the Duke of Ferrara, was more normal, and she became" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,2 ], "Italian noblewoman| Her first marriage (1493) was annulled; her second husband was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,2 ], "a patron of the arts and science" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,2 ], "his sister, Lucrezia (lu!kr$ettsja), daughter of Rodrigo Borgia| 1480-1519," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,2 ], "murdered (1500); she was also said to have committed incest with her father and brother|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Borgia",1,1,3 ], "Rodrigo (rod!ri$:go)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borglum",1,1,1 ], "1867-1941, U|S| sculptor, noted for his monumental busts of U|S| presidents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borglum",1,1,1 ], "carved in the mountainside of Mount Rushmore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Born",1,1,1 ], "1882-1970, British nuclear physicist, born in Germany, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Born",1,1,1 ], "fundamental contribution to quantum mechanics: Nobel prize for physics 1954" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borneo",1,1,1 ], "Archipelago: divided into Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo), the Malaysian states of Sarawak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borneo",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Pacific, between the Sulu and Java Seas, part of the Malay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borneo",1,1,1 ], "and Sabah, and the British-protected sultanate of Brunei; mountainous and densely" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Borneo",1,1,1 ], "forested| Area: about 750,000 sq| km (290,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bornholm disease",1,1,1 ], "an epidemic virus infection characterized by pain round the base of the chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bornholm",1,1,1 ], "Denmark| Chief town: Ro/nne| Pop|: 47,121 (1971)| Area: 588 sq| km (227 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bornholm",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Baltic Sea, south of Sweden: administratively part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bornu",1,1,1 ], "Area: 116,589 sq| km (45,006 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bornu",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Nigeria, on Lake Chad: the second largest state, formed in 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bornu",1,1,1 ], "from part of North-Eastern State| Capital: Maiduguri| Pop|: 2,990,526 (1976 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borodin",1,1,1 ], "1834-87, Russian composer, whose works include the unfinished opera Prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borodin",1,1,1 ], "Igor, symphonies, songs, and chamber music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borodino",1,1,1 ], "a village in the W Soviet Union, about 110 km (70 miles) west of Moscow: scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borodino",1,1,1 ], "of a battle (1812) in which Napoleon defeated the Russians but irreparably" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Borodino",1,1,1 ], "weakened his army" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Borrow",1,1,1 ], "1803-81, English traveller and writer| His best-known works are the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Borrow",1,1,1 ], "Rye (1857)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Borrow",1,1,1 ], "semiautobiographical novels of Gypsy life and language, Lavengro (1851) and its sequel The Romany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bors",1,1,1 ], "one the knights of the Round Table, nephew of Lancelot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bors",1,1,2 ], "an illegitimate son of King Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bosch process",1,1,1 ], "an industrial process for manufacturing hydrogen by the catalytic reduction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bosch process",1,1,1 ], "steam with carbon monoxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bosch",1,1,1 ], "6|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bose",1,1,1 ], "Sir Jagadis Chandra (d#f@@@!di$:s !t#s'ndr@@)| 1858-1937, Indian physicist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bose",1,1,1 ], "plant physiologist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bose",1,1,2 ], "Satyendra Nath (s@@!tj$endr@@ !n$a$:#Gg)| 1894-1974, Indian physicist, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bose",1,1,2 ], "collaborated with Einstein in devising Bose-Einstein statistics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bose-Einstein statistics",1,1,1 ], "obey the exclusion principle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bose-Einstein statistics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of quantum statistics applied to systems of particles that do not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boskop",1,1,1,1 ], "a prehistoric race of the late Pleistocene period in sub-Saharan Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boskop",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bosnia and Herzegovina",1,1,1 ], "a constituent republic of Yugoslavia, in the W central part: mostly barren and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bosnia and Herzegovina",1,1,1 ], "about 51,500 sq| km (19,900 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bosnia and Herzegovina",1,1,1 ], "mountainous, with forests in the east| Capital: Sarajevo| Pop|: 3,746,111 (1971)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bosnia",1,1,1 ], "Austria-Hungary (1879-1918); now part of Bosnia and Herzegovina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bosnia",1,1,1 ], "a region of central Yugoslavia: belonged to Turkey (1463-1878), then to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bosporus",1,1,1 ], "a strait between European and Asian Turkey, linking the Black Sea and the Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bosporus",1,1,1 ], "of Marmara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bossuet",1,1,1 ], "1627-1704, French bishop: noted for his funeral orations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boston Tea Party",1,1,1 ], "British ships in the harbour as a protest against taxes on tea and the monopoly given" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boston Tea Party",1,1,1 ], "a raid in 1773 made by citizens of Boston (disguised as Indians) on three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boston Tea Party",1,1,1 ], "dumped into the harbour" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Boston Tea Party",1,1,1 ], "to the East India Company| The contents of several hundred chests of tea were" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boston crab",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler seizes both or one of his opponent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boston crab",1,1,1 ], "legs, turns him face downwards, and exerts pressure over his back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boston ivy",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for Virginia creeper ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boston terrier",1,1,1 ], "a short stocky smooth-haired breed of terrier, originally developed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boston terrier",1,1,1 ], "crossing the French and English bulldogs with the English terrier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boston",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Massachusetts, the state capital| Pop|: 618,275 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boston",1,1,2 ], "a port in E England, in SE Lincolnshire| Pop|: 25,995 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boswell",1,1,1 ], "1740-95, Scottish author and lawyer, noted particularly for his Life of Samuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boswell",1,1,1 ], "Johnson (1791)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bosworth Field",1,1,1 ], "king as Henry VII" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bosworth Field",1,1,1 ], "that ended the Wars of the Roses| Richard III was killed and Henry Tudor was crowned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bosworth Field",1,1,1 ], "the site, two miles south of Market Bosworth in Leicestershire, of the battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botany Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Tasman Sea, on the SE coast of Australia: surrounded by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botany Bay",1,1,1 ], "suburbs of Sydney" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Botany Bay",1,1,2 ], "(in the 19th century) a British penal settlement that was in fact at Port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botany Bay",1,1,2 ], "Jackson, New South Wales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Botany wool",1,1,1 ], "a fine wool from the merino sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botha",1,1,1 ], "1862-1919, South African statesman and general; first prime minister of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botha",1,1,1 ], "Union of South Africa (1910-19)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bothnia",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Baltic Sea, extending north between Sweden and Finland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bothwell",1,1,1 ], "(1567)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bothwell",1,1,1 ], "Queen of Scots| He is generally considered to have instigated the murder of Darnley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bothwell",1,1,1 ], "title of James Hepburn| 1535-78, Scottish nobleman; third husband of Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botswana",1,1,1 ], "Bechuanaland in 1885 as a defence against the Boers; became an independent state within the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Botswana",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth in 1966; consists mostly of a plateau averaging 1000 m (3300 ft|), with the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Botswana",1,1,1 ], "Gaborone| Pop|: 608,656 (1971)| Area: about 570,000 sq| km (220,000 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Botswana",1,1,1 ], "Languages: English and Tswana| Religion: mostly animist| Currency: pula| Capital:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Botswana",1,1,1 ], "a republic in southern Africa: established as the British protectorate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botswana",1,1,1 ], "extensive Okavango swamps in the northwest and the Kalahari Desert in the southwest|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Botticelli",1,1,1 ], "1444-1510, Italian (Florentine) painter, illustrator, and engraver, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botticelli",1,1,1 ], "paintings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Botticelli",1,1,1 ], "the graceful outlines and delicate details of his mythological and religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bottrop",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 103,458 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bottrop",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia in the Ruhr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Botvinnik",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, Soviet chess player world champion (1948-57, 1958-60, 1961-63)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bouak",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S central Ivory Coast| Pop|: about 100,000 (1969 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boucher",1,1,1 ], "1703-70, French rococo artist, noted for his delicate ornamental paintings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boucher",1,1,1 ], "pastoral scenes and mythological subjects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bouches-du-Rh",1,1,1 ], "Marseille| Pop|: 1,646,679 (1975)| Area: 5284 sq| km (2047 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bouches-du-Rh",1,1,1 ], "a department of S central France, in Provence-Cote-d'Azur region| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boucicault",1,1,1 ], "The Poor of New York (1857)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boucicault",1,1,1 ], "actor| His plays include London Assurance (1841), The Corsican Brothers (1852), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boucicault",1,1,1 ], "original name Dionysius Lardner Boursiquot| 1822-90, Irish dramatist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boudicca",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name of Boadicea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bougainville",1,1,1 ], "(4000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bougainville",1,1,1 ], "Papua New Guinea| Chief town: Kieta| Pop|: 96,363 (1971)| Area: about 10,360 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bougainville",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Pacific, the largest of the Solomon Islands: a province of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bougainville",2,1,1 ], "1729-1811, French navigator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boulanger",1,1,1 ], "Accused of attempting a coup d'etat, he fled to Belgium, where he committed suicide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boulanger",1,1,1 ], "Georges (#f@$r#f)| 1837-91, French general and minister of war (1886-87)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boulanger",1,1,2 ], "Elliott Carter, Aaron Copland, Darius Milhaud, and Virgil Thomson| She is noted also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boulanger",1,1,2 ], "Nadia | born 1887, French teacher of musical composition: her pupils include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boulanger",1,1,2 ], "for her work in reviving the works of Monteverdi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boulder Dam",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1933-47) of Hoover Dam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boulez",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, French composer and conductor, whose works employ total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boulez",1,1,1 ], "serialization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boulogne",1,1,1 ], "Boulogne-sur-Mer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boulogne",1,1,1 ], "a port in N France, on the English Channel| Pop|: 49,284 (1975)|Official name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boulogne-Billancourt",1,1,1 ], "an industrial suburb of SW Paris| Pop|: 103,948 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boult",1,1,1 ], "Sir Adrian born 1889, English conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boumdienne",1,1,1 ], "born 1927, Algerian statesman and soldier: prime minister of Algeria since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boumdienne",1,1,1 ], "overthrowing Ben Bella in a coup (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bounty",1,1,1 ], "a British naval ship commanded by Captain William Bligh, which was on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bounty",1,1,1 ], "scientific voyage in 1789 between Tahiti and the West Indies when her crew mutinied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbon biscuit",1,1,1 ], "a rich chocolate-flavoured biscuit with a chocolate-cream filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbon",1,1,1,1 ], "(when Louis XVI was executed by the revolutionaries) and was restored in 1815," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbon",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of the European royal line that ruled in France from 1589 to 1793" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbon",1,1,1,1 ], "continuing to rule in its Orleans branch from 1830 until 1848| Bourbon dynasties also" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbon",1,1,1,1 ], "ruled in Spain (1700-1808; 1813-1931) and Naples and Sicily (1734-1806; 1815-1860)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbon",1,1,2 ], "an extreme reactionary in political or social matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbonism",1,1,1 ], "support for Bourbon rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourbonism",1,1,2 ], "extreme political and social conservatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourdon gauge",1,1,1 ], "a type of pressure gauge consisting of a flattened curved tube attached to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourdon gauge",1,1,1 ], "pointer that moves around a dial| As the pressure in the tube increases the tube tends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bourdon gauge",1,1,1 ], "to straighten and the pointer indicates the applied pressure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bourgeois",1,1,1 ], "1851-1925, French statesman first chairman of the League of Nations: Nobel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourgeois",1,1,1 ], "peace prize 1920" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bourges",1,1,1 ], "a city in central France| Pop|: 80,379 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourgogne",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Burgundy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourguiba",1,1,1 ], "an advocate of gradual social change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bourguiba",1,1,1 ], "born 1903, Tunisian statesman: president of Tunisia since 1957 a moderate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bournemouth",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bournemouth",1,1,1 ], "a resort in S England, in SE Dorset on the English Channel| Pop|: 153,425" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bourse",1,1,1 ], "a stock exchange of continental Europe, esp| Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bovgazk" ,1, 1, 1],"a village in central Asia Minor: site of the ancient Hittite capital",1). c_DEF([ "Bovril",1,1,1 ], "a concentrated beef extract, used for flavouring, as a stock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bow Street runner",1,1,1 ], "(from 1749 to 1829) an officer at Bow Street magistrates' court, London," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bow Street runner",1,1,1 ], "whose duty was to pursue and arrest criminals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bowery",1,1,1 ], "a street in New York City noted for its cheap hotels and bars, frequented by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bowery",1,1,1 ], "vagrants and drunks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bowie",1,1,1 ], "Aladdin Sane (1973), Station to Station (1976), and Low (1977)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bowie",1,1,1 ], "original name David Jones| born 1947, English rock singer and composer| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bowie",1,1,1 ], "recordings include Space Oddity (1969), The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust (1972)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boxer",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of a nationalistic Chinese secret society that led an unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boxer",1,1,1,1 ], "rebellion in 1900 against foreign interests in China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boxer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boxing Day",1,1,1 ], "the first weekday after Christmas, observed as a holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyce",1,1,1 ], "1710-79, English composer, noted esp| for his church music and symphonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyd Orr",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Boyd Orr| 1880-1971, Scottish biologist; director general of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyd Orr",1,1,1 ], "United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization: Nobel peace prize 1949" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boyd",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, Australian painter and sculptor, noted for his large ceramic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyd",1,1,1 ], "sculptures and his series of engravings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boyer",1,1,1 ], "known as the great lover| 1899-1978, French film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyle",1,1,1 ], "1627-91, Irish scientist who helped to dissociate chemistry from alchemy| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyle",1,1,1 ], "Chymist (1661)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boyle",1,1,1 ], "established that air has weight and studied the behaviour of gases; author of The Sceptical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boyle's law",1,1,1 ], "constant temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boyle's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the pressure of a gas varies inversely with its volume at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyne",1,1,1 ], "Stuart cause in Ireland| Length: about 112 km (70 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Boyne",1,1,1 ], "a river in the E Republic of Ireland, rising in the Bog of Allen and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyne",1,1,1 ], "battle (Battle of the Boyne) on its banks in 1690, completing the overthrow of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boyne",1,1,1 ], "northeast to the Irish Sea: William III of England defeated the deposed James II in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boyoma Falls",1,1,1 ], "Falls" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Boyoma Falls",1,1,1 ], "a series of seven cataracts in NE Zaire, on the upper River Congo: forms an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boyoma Falls",1,1,1 ], "unnavigable stretch of 90 km (56 miles), which falls 60 m (200 ft|)| Former name: Stanley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boys' Brigade",1,1,1 ], "an organization for boys, founded in 1883, with the aim of promoting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Boys' Brigade",1,1,1 ], "discipline and self-respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Boz",1,1,1 ], "pen name of (Charles)Dickens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bozcaada",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for Tenedos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bozen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Bolzano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Br",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Rumania: belonged to Turkey (1544-1828)| Pop|: 165,803 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Br",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Br",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Brno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Br",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for bromine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brabant",1,1,1 ], "a former duchy of W Europe: divided when Belgium became independent (1830)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brabant",1,1,1 ], "forming the province of North Brabant in the Netherlands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brabant",1,1,1 ], "the south forming the Belgian provinces of Antwerp and Brabant and the north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brabant",1,1,2 ], "a province of central Belgium: densely populated and intensively farmed, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brabant",1,1,2 ], "large industrial centres| Capital: Brussels| Pop|: 2,220,088 (1975 est|)| Area: 3284" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brabant",1,1,2 ], "sq| km (1268 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bracknell",1,1,1 ], "a new town in E Berkshire, founded in 1949| Pop|: 33,953 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bradford",1,1,1 ], "293,756 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bradford",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N England, in West Yorkshire: a centre of the woollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bradford",1,1,1 ], "industry since the 14th century and of the worsted trade since the 18th century| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,1 ], "(1904)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,1 ], "Andrew Cecil| 1851-1935, English critic; author of Shakesperian Tragedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,2 ], "Francis Herbert| 1846-1924, English idealist philosopher and metaphysical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,2 ], "and Reality (1893)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,2 ], "thinker; author of Ethical Studies (1876), Principles of Logic (1883), and Appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,3 ], "English Dictionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,3 ], "Henry| 1845-1923, English lexicographer; one of the editors of the Oxford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,4 ], "James| 1693-1762, English astronomer who discovered the aberration of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bradley",1,1,4 ], "and the nutation of the earth's axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bradman",1,1,1 ], "(Sir)Don(ald George)| born 1908, Australian cricketer: an outstanding batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bradshaw",1,1,1 ], "a British railway timetable, published annually from 1839 to 1961" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braga",1,1,1 ], "Augusta" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Braga",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Portugal: capital of the Roman province of Lusitania; 12th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braga",1,1,1 ], "cathedral, seat of the Primate of Portugal| Pop|: 101,877 (1970)| Ancient name: Bracara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bragg",1,1,1 ], "English physicists, who shared a Nobel prize for physics (1915) for their study of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bragg",1,1,1 ], "Sir William Henry, 1862-1942, and his son, Sir (William)Lawrence, 1890-1971," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bragg",1,1,1 ], "crystal structures by means of x-rays" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bragg's law",1,1,1 ], "complement of the angle of incidence, n is a whole number, and d is the distance between" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bragg's law",1,1,1 ], "layers of atoms" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bragg's law",1,1,1 ], "maximum intensity of the reflected ray occurs when sin g = nv/2d, where g is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bragg's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that when a beam of x-rays of wavelength v enters a crystal, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bragi",1,1,1 ], "the god of poetry and music, son of Odin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahe",1,1,1 ], "1546-1601, Danish astronomer who designed and constructed instruments that he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahe",1,1,1 ], "used to plot accurately the positions of the planets, sun, moon, and stars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brahma",1,1,1 ], "Preserver, and Shiva, the Destroyer, constitutes the triad known as the Trimurti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brahma",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu god: in later Hindu tradition, the Creator who, with Vishnu, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahma",1,1,2 ], "another name for Brahman ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahma",2,1,1 ], "a heavy breed of domestic fowl with profusely feathered legs and feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahman",1,1,1 ], "Also (esp| formerly): Brahmin| a member of the highest or priestly caste in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahman",1,1,1 ], "the Hindu caste system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brahman",1,1,2 ], "being originates and to which it returns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brahman",1,1,2 ], "the ultimate and impersonal divine reality of the universe, from which all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahman",1,1,3 ], "another name for Brahma'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmana",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of sacred treatises added to each of the Vedas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmani",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) a woman of the Brahman caste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmanism" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "Brahmanism" ,1, 1, 2],"diversified pantheism, the caste system, and the sacrifices and family ceremonies of Hindu",2). c_DEF([ "Brahmanism" ,1, 1, 2],"the religious and social system of orthodox Hinduism, characterized by",1). c_DEF([ "Brahmanism" ,1, 1, 2],"tradition",3). c_DEF([ "Brahmanism" ,1, 1, 3],"the form of Hinduism prescribed in the Vedas, Brahmanas, and Upanishads",1). c_DEF([ "Brahmaputra",1,1,1 ], "Himalayas and NE India to join the Ganges at its delta in Bangladesh| Length: about 2900" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmaputra",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Asia, rising in SW Tibet as the Tsangpo and flowing through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmaputra",1,1,1 ], "km (1800 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmin",1,1,1 ], "the older spelling of Brahman (a Hindu priest)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmin",1,1,2 ], "a highly intelligent or socially exclusive person, esp| a member of one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmin",1,1,2 ], "older New England families" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brahmin",1,1,3 ], "an intellectual or social snob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahms" ,1, 1, 1],"1833-97, German composer, whose music, though classical in form, exhibits a",1). c_DEF([ "Brahms" ,1, 1, 1],"music, and",3). c_DEF([ "Brahms" ,1, 1, 1],"strong lyrical romanticism|His works include four symphonies, four concertos, chamber",2). c_DEF([ "Brahui",1,1,1 ], "a language spoken in Pakistan, forming an isolated branch of the Dravidian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brahui",1,1,1 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brahui",1,1,2 ], "a member of the people that speaks this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braille",1,1,1 ], "a system of writing for the blind consisting of raised dots that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braille",1,1,1 ], "interpreted by touch, each dot or group of dots representing a letter, numeral, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Braille",1,1,1 ], "punctuation mark" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Braille",1,1,2 ], "any writing produced by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braille",1,2,1 ], "to print or write using this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braille",2,1,1 ], "1809-52, French inventor, musician, and teacher of the blind, who himself was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braille",2,1,1 ], "blind from the age of three and who devised the Braille system of raised writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brakpan",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brakpan",1,1,1 ], "a city in E South Africa, in S Transvaal: gold-mining centre| Pop|: 72,489" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bramante",1,1,1 ], "1444-1514, Italian architect and artist of the High Renaissance|He modelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bramante",1,1,1 ], "his designs for domed centrally planned churches on classical Roman architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bramley",1,1,1 ], "a variety of cooking apple having juicy firm flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brancusi",1,1,1 ], "1876-1957, Rumanian sculptor, noted for his streamlined abstractions of animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brancusi",1,1,1 ], "forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brandenburg",1,1,1 ], "Polish in 1945, the remainder being part of East Germany" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brandenburg",1,1,1 ], "a former electorate in NE Germany that expanded under the Hohenzollerns to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brandenburg",1,1,1 ], "become the kingdom of Prussia (1701)| The district east of the Oder River became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brandenburg",1,1,2 ], "Brandenburg| Pop|: 94,341 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brandenburg",1,1,2 ], "a city in central East Germany: former capital of the Prussian province of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brando",1,1,1 ], "Tango in Paris (1973)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brando",1,1,1 ], "born 1924, U|S| actor; his films include A Streetcar named Desire (1952), On" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brando",1,1,1 ], "the Waterfront (1954), for which he won an Oscar, The Godfather (1972), and Last" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brandt",1,1,1 ], "acclaim|Nobel prize for peace 1971" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brandt",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, German statesman socialist chancellor of West Germany (1969-74)|His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brandt",1,1,1 ], "policy of detente and reconciliation with E Europe brought him international" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Branger",1,1,1 ], "1780-1857, French lyric and satirical poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brantford",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Canada, in SW Ontario| Pop|: 64,421 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braque",1,1,1 ], "1882-1963, French painter who developed cubism with Picasso (1908-14)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brasia",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Brazil (since 1960), on the central plateau: the former capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brasia",1,1,1 ], "was Rio de Janeiro| Pop|: 272,002 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brasil",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese spelling of Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brasov",1,1,1 ], "(1950-61): Stalin|German name: Kronstadt|Hungarian name: Brasso" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brasov",1,1,1 ], "Germans; ceded by Hungary to Rumania in 1920| Pop|: 198,753 (1974 est|)| Former name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brasov",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central Rumania: formerly a centre for expatriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brass",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Brasov" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bratislava",1,1,1 ], "1918; capital of Hungary (1541-1784) and seat of the Hungarian parliament until 1848|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bratislava",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 328,765 (1974 est|)| German name: Pressburg|Hungarian name: Pozsony" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bratislava",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Czechoslovakia on the River Danube: capital of Slovakia since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braun",1,1,1 ], "Eva | 1910-45, Adolf Hitler's mistress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braunschweig",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Brunswick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bravais lattice",1,1,1 ], "any of 14 possible space lattices found in crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brazil",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 8,511,957 sq| km (3,286,470 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Brazil",1,1,1 ], "Religion: chiefly Roman Catholic| Currency: cruzeiro| Capital: Brasilia| Pop|: 93,215,301" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Brazil",1,1,1 ], "a republic in South America, comprising about half the area and half the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brazil",1,1,1 ], "important producer of coffee and minerals, esp| iron ore| Official language: Portuguese|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Brazil",1,1,1 ], "in the north, semiarid scrub in the northeast, and a vast central tableland; an" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Brazil",1,1,1 ], "independent in 1822 and a republic in 1889; consists chiefly of the tropical Amazon basin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brazil",1,1,1 ], "population of South America: colonized by the Portuguese from 1500 onwards; became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brazzaville",1,1,1 ], "250,000 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brazzaville",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Congo Republic, in the south on the River Congo| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Braz|",1,1,1 ], "Brazil(ian)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bre" ,1, 1, 1],"die (di$:)",1). c_DEF([ "Bre" ,1, 1, 2],"Schmidt-Rottluff, Fritz Bleyl, Erich Heckel, and Ernst Ludwig Kirchner|In 1912 they exhibited",2). c_DEF([ "Bre" ,1, 1, 2],"a group of German Expressionist painters (1905-13), including Karl",1). c_DEF([ "Bre" ,1, 1, 2],"with der Blaue Reiter",3). c_DEF([ "Bream",1,1,1 ], "born 1933, English guitarist and lutenist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breathalyzer",1,1,1 ], "a device for estimating the amount of alcohol in the breath: used in testing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breathalyzer",1,1,1 ], "drunkometer|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Breathalyzer",1,1,1 ], "people suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol| U|S| equivalent:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brecon",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Wales: textile and leather industries| Pop|: 6283 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brecon",1,1,2 ], "short for Breconshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breconshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of SE Wales, now part of Powys: over half its area forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breconshire",1,1,1 ], "the Brecon Beacons National Park" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Breda",1,1,1 ], "II of England during his exile| Pop|: 118,594 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Breda",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Netherlands, in North Brabant province: residence of Charles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breed's Hill",1,1,1 ], "Hill (1775)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Breed's Hill",1,1,1 ], "a hill in E Massachusetts, adjoining Bunker Hill: site of the Battle of Bunker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bregenz",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bregenz",1,1,1 ], "a resort in W Austria, the capital of Vorarlberg province| Pop|: 22,839" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bremen",1,1,1 ], "Bremerhaven| Pop|: 722,732 (1970)| Area: 404 sq| km (156 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bremen",1,1,1 ], "a state of N West Germany, centred on the city of Bremen and its outport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bremen",1,1,2 ], "584,265 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bremen",1,1,2 ], "an industrial city and port in N West Germany, on the Weser estuary| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bremerhaven",1,1,1 ], "Former name (until 1947): Wesermunde" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bremerhaven",1,1,1 ], "a port in N West Germany: an outport for Bremen| Pop|: 144,578 (1974 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bren gun",1,1,1 ], "an air-cooled gas-operated submachine gun taking |303 calibre ammunition: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bren gun",1,1,1 ], "by the British in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brendel",1,1,1 ], "born 1931, Austrian pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brenner Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the E Alps, between Austria and Italy| Highest point: 1372 m (4501" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brenner Pass",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brent",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London, in the northwestern part| Pop|: 256,500 (1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brent",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brentano",1,1,1 ], "1778-1842, German romantic poet and compiler of fairy stories and folk songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brentano",1,1,1 ], "esp| (with Achim von Arnim) the collection Des Knaben Wunderhorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brentwood",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brentwood",1,1,1 ], "a residential town in SE England, in SW Essex near London| Pop|: 57,976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brescia",1,1,1 ], "215,654 (1975 est|)| Ancient name: Brixia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brescia",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Lombardy: at its height in the 16th century| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breslau",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Wroclaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bresson" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1901, French film director: his films include",1). c_DEF([ "Bresson" ,1, 1, 2],"e de campagne",1). c_DEF([ "Bresson" ,1, 1, 3],"and Une Femme douce (1970)",1). c_DEF([ "Brest",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW France, in Brittany: chief naval station of the country, planned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brest",1,1,1 ], "by Richelieu in 1631 and fortified by Vauban| Pop|: 172,176 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brest",1,1,2 ], "1921 to 1945| Pop|: 122,000 (1970)| Former name (until 1921): Brest Litovsk (br$est" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brest",1,1,2 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, in SW Byelorussia: Polish until 1795 and from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brest",1,1,2 ], "lji!t@$fsk)| Polish name: Brzesc nad Bugiem " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bretagne",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Brittany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breton",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Brittany, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breton",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Brittany, esp| one who speaks the Breton language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breton",2,1,1 ], "1896-1966, French poet and art critic: founder and chief theorist of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breton",2,1,1 ], "surrealism, publishing the first surrealist manifesto in 1924" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bretton Woods Conference",1,1,1 ], "Hampshire, which resulted in the establishment of the World Bank and the International" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bretton Woods Conference",1,1,1 ], "Monetary Fund" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bretton Woods Conference",1,1,1 ], "an international monetary conference held in 1944 at Bretton Woods in New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breuer",1,1,1 ], "Josef | 1842-1925, Austrian physician: treated the mentally ill by hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breuer",1,1,2 ], "Marcel Lajos (m$a$:r!s$el !l@$jo#s)| born 1902, U|S| architect and furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Breuer",1,1,2 ], "designed the UNESCO building in Paris (1953-58)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Breuer",1,1,2 ], "designer, born in Hungary| He developed bent plywood and tubular metal furniture and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Breughel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Brueghel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brewster",1,1,1 ], "Sir David| 1781-1868, Scottish physicist, noted for his studies of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brewster",1,1,1 ], "polarization of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brezhnev",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, Soviet statesman president of the Soviet Union since 1977 general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brezhnev",1,1,1 ], "secretary of the Soviet Communist Party since 1964" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brian Boru",1,1,1 ], "941-1014, king of Ireland (1002-14): killed during the defeat of the Danes at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brian Boru",1,1,1 ], "the battle of Clontarf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Briand",1,1,1 ], "1862-1932, French socialist statesman: prime minister of France 11 times|He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briand",1,1,1 ], "United States of Europe|Nobel peace prize 1926" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Briand",1,1,1 ], "was responsible for the separation of Church and State (1905) and he advocated a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Briareus",1,1,1 ], "a giant with a hundred arms and fifty heads who aided Zeus and the Olympians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briareus",1,1,1 ], "against the Titans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bridge of Sighs",1,1,1 ], "a covered 16th-century bridge in Venice, between the Doge's Palace and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bridge of Sighs",1,1,1 ], "prisons, through which prisoners were formerly led to trial or execution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bridge",1,1,1 ], "1879-1941, English composer, esp| of chamber music| He taught Benjamin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bridge",1,1,1 ], "Britten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bridgeport",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Connecticut, on Long Island Sound| Pop|: 148,337 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bridges",1,1,1 ], "1844-1930, English poet laureate (1913-30)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bridget" ,1, 1, 1],"n453-523 a|d|, Irish abbess; a patron saint of Ireland|Feast day: Feb| 1",1). c_DEF([ "Bridget" ,1, 1, 2],"Also called: Birgit",1). c_DEF([ "Bridgetown",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Barbados, a port on the SW coast| Pop|: 8789 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bridgman",1,1,1 ], "1882-1961, U|S| physicist: Nobel prize for physics (1946) for his work on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bridgman",1,1,1 ], "high-pressure physics and thermodynamics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bridgwater",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW England, in central Somerset| Pop|: 26,598 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brie",1,1,1 ], "a soft creamy white cheese, similar to Camembert but milder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briggs",1,1,1 ], "1561-1631, English mathematician: introduced common logarithms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brighouse",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire| Pop|: 34,111 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bright",1,1,1 ], "1811-89, British liberal statesman, economist, and advocate of free trade:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bright",1,1,1 ], "with Richard Cobden he led the Anti-Corn-Law League (1838-46)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bright's disease",1,1,1 ], "chronic inflammation of the kidneys; chronic nephritis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brighton",1,1,1 ], "166,081 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brighton",1,1,1 ], "a resort in S England, in East Sussex: patronized by the Prince Regent, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brighton",1,1,1 ], "had the Royal Pavilion built (1782); seat of the University of Sussex| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brighton",1,1,2 ], "a port and resort in SE Australia, in S Victoria| Pop|: 39,109 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brig| Gen|",1,1,1 ], "brigadier general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brig|",1,1,1 ], "Brigade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brig|",1,1,2 ], "Brigadier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brillat-Savarin" ,1, 1, 1],"1755-1826, French politician and gourmet author of",1). c_DEF([ "Brindisi",1,1,1 ], "Brundisium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brindisi",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Italy, in SE Apulia: important naval base in Roman times and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brindisi",1,1,1 ], "centre of the Crusades in the Middle Ages| Pop|: 79,784 (1971)| Ancient name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brinell number",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the hardness of a material obtained by pressing a hard steel ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brinell number",1,1,1 ], "into its surface; it is expressed as the ratio of the load on the ball in kilograms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brinell number",1,1,1 ], "to the area of the depression made by the ball in square millimetres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bring",1,1,1 ], "1885-1970, German statesman chancellor (1930-32)|He was forced to resign in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bring",1,1,1 ], "1932, making way for the Nazis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brisbane",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Australia, the capital of Queensland: founded in 1824 as a penal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brisbane",1,1,1 ], "settlement; vast agricultural hinterland| Pop|: 958,800 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol Channel",1,1,1 ], "Severn estuary| Length: about 137 km (85 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol Channel",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic, between S Wales and SW England, merging into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol board",1,1,1 ], "a heavy smooth cardboard of fine quality, used for printing and drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol fashion",1,2,1 ], "clean and neat, with newly painted and scrubbed surfaces, brass polished, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol fashion",1,2,2 ], "shipshape and Bristol fashion|in good order; efficiently arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol",1,1,1 ], "425,203 (1971)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol",1,1,1 ], "Bridge (designed by I| K| Brunel, 1834) over the Avon gorge; university (1909)| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol",1,1,1 ], "a port and industrial city in SW England, administrative centre of the county" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol",1,1,1 ], "consists chiefly of docks at Avonmouth and Portishead; noted for the Clifton Suspension" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol",1,1,1 ], "major port, trading with America, in the 17th and 18th centuries; the modern port" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bristol",1,1,1 ], "of Avon, on the River Avon seven miles from its mouth on the Bristol Channel: a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brit",1,1,1 ], "a British person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britain",1,1,1 ], "another name for Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britannia metal",1,1,1 ], "1-3 per cent copper, and sometimes small quantities of zinc, lead, or bismuth: used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Britannia metal",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of low melting point consisting of tin with 5-10 per cent antimony," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britannia metal",1,1,1 ], "for decorative purposes and for bearings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Britannia",1,1,1 ], "Britain or the British Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Britannia",1,1,1 ], "a female warrior carrying a trident and wearing a helmet, personifying Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britannia",1,1,2 ], "(in the ancient Roman Empire) the S part of Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britannic",1,1,1 ], "of Britain; British (esp| in the phrases His or Her Britannic Majesty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briticism",1,1,1 ], "a custom, linguistic usage, or other feature peculiar to Britain or its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briticism",1,1,1 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Antarctic Territory",1,1,1 ], "South Shetland Islands, the South Orkney Islands, and Graham Land; formerly part of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Antarctic Territory",1,1,1 ], "a British colony in the S Atlantic: created in 1962 and consisting of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Antarctic Territory",1,1,1 ], "the Falkland Islands Dependencies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Cameroons",1,1,1 ], "a former British trust territory of West Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Columbia",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 2,466,608 (1976)| Area: 930,532 sq| km (359,279 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Columbia",1,1,1 ], "a province of W Canada, on the Pacific coast: largely mountainous with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Columbia",1,1,1 ], "extensive forests, rich mineral resources, and important fisheries| Capital: Victoria|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Commonwealth of Nations",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Commonwealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British East Africa",1,1,1 ], "before their independence in the 1960s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British East Africa",1,1,1 ], "the former British possessions of Uganda, Kenya, Tanganyika, and Zanzibar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Empire",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the United Kingdom and the territories under its control, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Empire",1,1,1 ], "of the world's population and more than a quarter of the world's land surface" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Empire",1,1,1 ], "reached its greatest extent at the end of World War I when it embraced over a quarter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Guiana",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Guyana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Honduras",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Belize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British India",1,1,1 ], "created" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British India",1,1,1 ], "sovereign: ceased to exist in 1947 when the independent states of India and Pakistan were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British India",1,1,1 ], "the 17 provinces of India formerly governed by the British under the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Indian Ocean Territory",1,1,1 ], "a colony in the Indian Ocean: consists of the Chagos Archipelago (formerly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Indian Ocean Territory",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of the Seychelles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Indian Ocean Territory",1,1,1 ], "dependency of Mauritius) and (until 1976) Aldabra, Farquhar, and Des Roches, now" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Isles",1,1,1 ], "Britain, and the islands adjacent to these" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Isles",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in W Europe, consisting of Great Britain, Ireland, the Isle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Isles",1,1,1 ], "of Man, Orkney, the Shetland Islands, the Channel Islands belonging to Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Israelite",1,1,1 ], "a member of a religious movement claiming that the British people are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Israelite",1,1,1 ], "descended from the lost tribes of Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Legion",1,1,1 ], "an organization founded in 1921 to provide services and assistance for former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Legion",1,1,1 ], "members of the armed forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Museum",1,1,1 ], "a museum in London, founded in 1753: contains one of the world's richest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Museum",1,1,1 ], "collections of antiquities and the British national library" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British North America",1,1,1 ], "Canada or its constituent regions or provinces that formed part of the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British North America",1,1,1 ], "Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Somaliland",1,1,1 ], "a former British protectorate (1884-1960) in E Africa, on the Gulf of Aden:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Somaliland",1,1,1 ], "united with Italian Somaliland in 1960 to form the Somali Republic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time and equalling Central European Time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "the standard time used in Britain all the year round from 1968 to 1971, set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Standards Institution",1,1,1 ], "an association, founded in London in 1901, that establishes and maintains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Standards Institution",1,1,1 ], "in Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Standards Institution",1,1,1 ], "standards for units of measurements, clothes sizes, technical terminology, etc|, as used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Summer Time",1,1,1 ], "evening" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Summer Time",1,1,1 ], "of March to the end of October, providing an extra hour of daylight in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Summer Time",1,1,1 ], "time set one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time: used in Britain from the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Union of Fascists",1,1,1 ], "a strong corporate state and promoted anti-Semitism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Union of Fascists",1,1,1 ], "the British fascist party founded by Sir Oswald Mosley (1932), which advocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British Virgin Islands",1,1,1 ], "Islands: formerly part of the Federation of the Leeward Islands (1871-1956)| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British Virgin Islands",1,1,1 ], "Road Town, on Tortola| Pop|: 9672 (1970)| Area: 153 sq| km (59 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British Virgin Islands",1,1,1 ], "a British colony in the West Indies, consisting of 36 islands in the E Virgin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British West Africa",1,1,1 ], "Coast, and the former trust territories of Togoland and Cameroons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British West Africa",1,1,1 ], "the former British possessions of Nigeria, Gambia, Sierra Leone, and the Gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British West Indies",1,1,1 ], "Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British West Indies",1,1,1 ], "the states in the Caribbean that are members of the Commonwealth: the Bahamas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British thermal unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of heat in the fps system equal to the quantity of heat required to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British thermal unit",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to 1055|06 joules or 251|997 calories" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "British thermal unit",1,1,1 ], "raise the temperature of 1 pound of water by 1 degrees F| 1 British thermal unit is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British",1,1,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of Britain or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British",1,1,2 ], "esp| the S dialect generally regarded as standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "British",1,1,2 ], "relating to or denoting the English language as spoken and written in Britain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British",1,1,3 ], "relating to or denoting the ancient Britons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the Commonwealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by the; functioning as pl|) the natives or inhabitants of Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "British",1,2,2 ], "the extinct Celtic language of the ancient Britons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britisher",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Great Britain, esp| of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britisher",1,1,2 ], "any British subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britishism",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Briticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briton",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briton",1,1,2 ], "a citizen of the United Kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briton",1,1,3 ], "any of the early Celtic inhabitants of S Britain who were largely dispossessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Briton",1,1,3 ], "by the Anglo-Saxon invaders after the 5th century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brittany",1,1,1 ], "(bra$Iz)| French name: Bretagne" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Brittany",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-Saxon invasions; disputed between England and France until 1364| Breton name: Breiz" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brittany",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW France, the peninsula between the English Channel and the Bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brittany",1,1,1 ], "of Biscay: settled by Celtic refugees from Wales and Cornwall during the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Britten",1,1,1 ], "Benjamin, Baron Britten| 1913-76, English composer, pianist, and conductor|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britten",1,1,1 ], "His works include the operas Peter Grimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Britten",1,1,2 ], "(1945) and Billy Budd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britten",1,1,3 ], "(1951), the choral works Hymn to St| Cecilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britten",1,1,4 ], "(1942) and A War Requiem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Britten",1,1,5 ], "(1962), and numerous orchestral pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brittonic",1,2,1 ], "another word for Brythonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brit|",1,1,1 ], "Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brit|",1,1,2 ], "British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brix scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale for calibrating hydrometers used for measuring the concentration and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brix scale",1,1,1 ], "density of sugar solutions at a given temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brno",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Czechoslovakia, capital of Moravia: the country's second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brno",1,1,1 ], "largest city| Pop|: 343,860 (1974 est|)| German name: Brunn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broad Church",1,1,1 ], "a party within the Church of England which favours a broad and liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broad Church",1,1,1 ], "interpretation of Anglican formularies and rubrics and objects to positive definition in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broad Church",1,1,1 ], "theology" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Broad Church",1,2,1 ], "Broad-Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broad Church",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to this party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broadmoor",1,1,1 ], "an institution in Berkshire, England, for housing and treating mentally ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broadmoor",1,1,1 ], "criminals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broads",1,1,1 ], "England, in Norfolk and Suffolk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broads",1,1,1 ], "a group of shallow navigable lakes, connected by a network of rivers, in E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broads",1,1,2 ], "the region around these lakes: a tourist centre; several bird sanctuaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broadway",1,1,1 ], "a thoroughfare in New York City, famous for its theatres: the centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broadway",1,1,1 ], "commercial theatre in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broadway",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to or suitable for the commercial theatre, esp| on Broadway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broca",1,1,1 ], "1824-80, French surgeon and anthropologist who discovered the motor speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broca",1,1,1 ], "centre of the brain and did pioneering work in brain surgery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brocken",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in East Germany: the highest peak of the Harz Mountains; important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brocken",1,1,1 ], "his enlarged shadow against the clouds, often surrounded by coloured lights" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Brocken",1,1,1 ], "in German folklore| Height: 1142 m (3747 ft|)| The Brocken Bow or Brocken Spectre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brocken",1,1,1 ], "is an atmospheric phenomenon in which an observer, when the sun is low, may see" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Broederbond",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a secret society of Afrikaner Nationalists committed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broederbond",1,1,1 ], "securing and maintaining Afrikaner control over important areas of government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broglie",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for physics 1929" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Broglie",1,1,1 ], "Prince Louis Victor de (lwi vik!t@$$:r d@@)| born 1892, French physicist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broglie",1,1,1 ], "noted for his research in quantum mechanics and his development of wave mechanics:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broglie",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Maurice (m@$ris), Duc de Broglie| 1875-1960, French physicist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broglie",1,1,2 ], "noted for his research into x-ray spectra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broken Hill",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Australia, in W New South Wales: mining centre for lead, silver," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broken Hill",1,1,1 ], "and zinc| Pop|: 28,160 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bromberg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Bydgoszcz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bromley",1,1,1 ], "a SE borough of Greater London| Pop|: 299,100 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bromsgrove",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bromsgrove",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in NE Hereford and Worcester| Pop|: 40,669" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bront",1,1,1 ], "Anne, pen name Acton Bell| 1820-49, English novelist; author of The Tenant of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bront",1,1,1 ], "Wildfell Hall (1847)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bront",1,1,2 ], "her sister, Charlotte, pen name Currer Bell| 1816-55, English novelist, author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bront",1,1,2 ], "of Jane Eyre (1847), Villette (1853), and The Professor (1857)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bront",1,1,3 ], "author of Wuthering Heights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bront",1,1,3 ], "her sister, Emily , pen name Ellis Bell| 1818-48, English novelist and poet;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bront",1,1,4 ], "(1847)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bronx",1,1,1 ], "Harlem River| Pop|: 1,471,701 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bronx",1,1,1 ], "a borough of New York City, on the mainland, separated from Manhattan by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bronze Age",1,1,1,1 ], "East about 4500 b|c| and lasting in Britain from about 2000 to 500 b|c|, during" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bronze Age",1,1,1,1 ], "a technological stage between the Stone and Iron Ages, beginning in the Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bronze Age",1,1,1,1 ], "which weapons and tools were made of bronze and there was intensive trading" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bronze Age",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brook Farm",1,1,1 ], "West Roxbury, Massachusetts, from 1841 to 1847" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brook Farm",1,1,1 ], "an experimental communist community established by writers and scholars in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brook" ,1, 1, 0],"***",1). c_DEF([ "Brook" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1925, British stage and film director, noted esp| for his experimental",1). c_DEF([ "Brook" ,1, 1, 1],"work in the theatre",2). c_DEF([ "Brooke",1,1,1 ], "Alan Francis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brooke",1,1,2 ], "Sir James| 1803-68, English soldier; first rajah of Sarawak (1841-63)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brooke",1,1,3 ], "Rupert| 1887-1915, English lyric poet, noted for his charm and his early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brooke",1,1,3 ], "death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brooklyn",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brooklyn",1,1,1 ], "a borough of New York City, on the SW end of Long Island| Pop|: 2,602,012" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brooks Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in N Alaska| Highest peak: Mount Isto, 2761 m (9058 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broome",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, English show-jumping rider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Broonzy",1,1,1 ], "called Big Bill| 1893-1958, U|S| blues singer and guitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brother Jonathan",1,1,1 ], "the government or people of the United States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown Shirt",1,1,1 ], "(in Nazi Germany) a storm trooper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown Shirt",1,1,2 ], "a member of any fascist party or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur Whitten | 1886-1948, English aviator who with J| W| Alcock made the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,1 ], "first flight across the Atlantic (1919)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,2 ], "George , Lord George-Brown| born 1914, British Labour leader; vice-chairman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,2 ], "and deputy leader of the Labour party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,3 ], "(1960-70); foreign secretary 1966-68" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,4 ], "John| 1800-59, U|S| abolitionist leader, hanged after leading an unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,4 ], "rebellion of slaves at Harper's Ferry, Virginia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,5 ], "Lancelot, called Capability Brown| 1716-83, English landscape gardener" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,6 ], "Robert| 1773-1858, Scottish botanist who was the first to observe the Brownian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brown",1,1,6 ], "movement in fluids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Browne",1,1,1 ], "(1658)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Browne",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas| 1605-82, English physician and author, noted for his magniloquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Browne",1,1,1 ], "prose style| His works include Religio Medici (1642) and Hydriotaphia or Urn Burial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brownian movement",1,1,1 ], "bombardment of the particles by molecules of the fluid| First observed in 1827, it provided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brownian movement",1,1,1 ], "random movement of microscopic particles suspended in a fluid, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brownian movement",1,1,1 ], "strong evidence in support of the kinetic theory of molecules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brownie Guide",1,1,1 ], "a member of the junior branch of the Guides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",1,1,1 ], "Elizabeth Barrett| 1806-61, English poet and critic; author of the Sonnets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",1,1,1 ], "from the Portuguese (1850)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",1,1,2 ], "and The Ring and the Book (1868-69)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",1,1,2 ], "her husband, Robert| 1812-89, English poet, noted for his dramatic monologues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",2,1,1 ], "a portable gas-operated air-cooled automatic rifle using |30 calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",2,1,1 ], "ammunition and capable of firing between 200 and 350 rounds per minute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",2,1,2 ], "a water-cooled automatic machine gun using |30 or |50 calibre ammunition and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Browning",2,1,2 ], "capable of firing over 500 rounds per minute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Broz",1,1,1 ], "original name of (Marshal)Tito" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brubeck",1,1,1 ], "Darius Milhaud and Arnold Schoenberg; formed his own quartet in 1951" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brubeck",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, U|S| modern jazz pianist and composer| He studied composition with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bruce" ,1, 1, 1],"1925-66, U|S| comedian, whose satirical sketches, esp| of the sexual attitudes",1). c_DEF([ "Bruce" ,1, 1, 1],"of his contemporaries, brought him prosecutions for obscenity, but are now",2). c_DEF([ "Bruce" ,1, 1, 1],"regarded as full of insight as well as wit",3). c_DEF([ "Bruce" ,1, 1, 2],"Robert the",1). c_DEF([ "Bruce" ,1, 1, 3],"(1923-29)",3). c_DEF([ "Bruce" ,1, 1, 3],"Stanley Melbourne, 1st Viscount Bruce of Melbourne| 1883-1967, Australian",1). c_DEF([ "Bruce" ,1, 1, 3],"statesman; prime minister, in coalition with Sir Earle Page's Country Party, of Australia",2). c_DEF([ "Bruch",1,1,1 ], "1838-1920, German composer, noted chiefly for his three violin concertos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bruckner",1,1,1 ], "1824-96, Austrian composer and organist in the Romantic tradition|His works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bruckner",1,1,1 ], "include nine symphonies, four masses, and a Te Deum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brueghel",1,1,1 ], "Jan (j$an)| 1568-1625, Flemish painter, noted for his detailed still lifes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brueghel",1,1,1 ], "landscapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brueghel",1,1,2 ], "his father, Pieter , called the Elder| 1525-69, Flemish painter, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brueghel",1,1,2 ], "landscapes, his satirical paintings of peasant life, and his allegorical biblical scenes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brueghel",1,1,3 ], "gruesome pictures of hell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brueghel",1,1,3 ], "his son, Pieter, called the Younger| 1564-1637, Flemish painter, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bruges",1,1,1 ], "'" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bruges",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Belgium, capital of West Flanders province: centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bruges",1,1,1 ], "medieval European wool and cloth trade| Pop|: 118,023 (1971 est|)| Flemish name: Brugge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brule",1,1,1 ], "short for bois-brule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brumaire",1,1,1 ], "extending from Oct| 23 to Nov| 21" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brumaire",1,1,1 ], "the month of mist: the second month of the French revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brummagem",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for Birmingham|Often shortened to Brum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brummagem",1,1,2 ], "something that is cheap and flashy, esp| imitation jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brummagem",1,2,1 ], "cheap and gaudy; tawdry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brummell",1,1,1 ], "Regency period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brummell",1,1,1 ], "called Beau Brummell|1778-1840, English dandy: leader of fashion in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brummie",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Birmingham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brundisium",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Brindisi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,1 ], "(2226 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,1 ], "Brunei dollar| Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan| Pop|: 136,256 (1971)| Area: 5767 sq| km" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,1 ], "Official language: Malay; English is also widely spoken| Religion: Muslim| Currency:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,1 ], "Philippines and the Sulu Islands in the 16th century; under British protection since 1888;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,1 ], "Sea, otherwise bounded by Sarawak: controlled all of Borneo and parts of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,1 ], "a sultanate in NW Borneo, consisting of two separate areas on the South China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,1 ], "internally self-governing since 1971| The economy depends chiefly on oil and natural gas|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Brunei",1,1,2 ], "the former name of Bandar Seri Begawan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunel",1,1,1 ], "Great Western (1838), Great Britain (1845), and Great Eastern (1858)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Brunel",1,1,1 ], "Isambard Kingdom | 1806-59, English engineer: designer of the Clifton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunel",1,1,1 ], "Suspension Bridge (1828), many railway lines, tunnels, bridges, etc|, and the steamships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brunel",1,1,2 ], "his father, Sir Marc Isambard|1769-1849, French engineer in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunelleschi",1,1,1 ], "1377-1446, Italian architect, whose works in Florence include the dome of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunelleschi",1,1,1 ], "cathedral, the Pazzi chapel of Santa Croce, and the church of San Lorenzo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brunhild",1,1,1 ], "(in the Nibelungenlied) a legendary queen won for King Gunther by the magic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunhild",1,1,1 ], "Siegfried: corresponds to Brynhild in Norse mythology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bruno",1,1,1 ], "1548-1600, Italian philosopher, who developed a pantheistic monistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bruno",1,1,1 ], "philosophy: he was burnt at the stake for heresy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brunswick",1,1,1 ], "Lower Saxony in West Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brunswick",1,1,1 ], "a former duchy (1635-1918) and state (1918-46) of central Germany: now part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brunswick",1,1,2 ], "Brunswick| Pop|: 218,939 (1974 est|)| German name: Braunschweig" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brunswick",1,1,2 ], "a city in E West Germany: formerly capital of the duchy and state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brusa",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Bursa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brussels carpet",1,1,1 ], "a worsted carpet with a heavy pile formed by uncut loops of wool on a linen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brussels carpet",1,1,1 ], "warp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brussels lace",1,1,1 ], "a fine lace with a raised or applique design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brussels 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"conspiracy to assassinate Caesar (44): committed suicide after being defeated by Antony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bruxelles",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Brussels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bryansk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union| Pop|: 366,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brynhild",1,1,1 ], "a Valkyrie won as the wife of Gunnar by Sigurd who wakes her from an enchanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brynhild",1,1,1 ], "sleep: corresponds to Brunhild in the Nibelungenlied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Brython",1,1,1 ], "a Celt who speaks a Brythonic language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brythonic",1,1,1 ], "the S group of Celtic languages, consisting of Welsh, Cornish, and Breton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brythonic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Brzegiem",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Brest ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Br|",1,1,1 ], "Breton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Br|",1,1,2 ], "Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Br|",1,1,3 ], "British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Br|",1,1,4 ], "(in a religious order) Brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bs/L",1,1,1 ], "bills of lading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bt|",1,1,1 ], "Baronet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buber",1,1,1 ], "(1946), and Eclipse of God (1952)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buber",1,1,1 ], "1878-1965, Jewish theologian, existentialist philosopher, and scholar of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buber",1,1,1 ], "Hasidism, born in Austria, whose works include I and Thou (1923), Between Man and Man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bucaramanga",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Colombia, in the Cordillera Oriental: centre of a district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bucaramanga",1,1,1 ], "growing coffee, tobacco, and cotton| Pop|: 291,661 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bucephalus",1,1,1 ], "the favourite horse of Alexander the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchan",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Tweedsmuir| 1875-1940, Scottish statesman, historian, and writer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchan",1,1,1 ], "adventure stories, esp| The Thirty-Nine Steps (1915) and Greenmantle (1916); governor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buchan",1,1,1 ], "general of Canada (1935-40)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buchanan",1,1,1 ], "a port in Liberia with an artificial harbour constructed esp| for loading iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchanan",1,1,1 ], "ore| Pop|: 11,909 (1962)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buchanan",2,1,1 ], "1791-1868, 15th president of the U|S| (1857-61)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bucharest",1,1,1 ], "Rumanian name: Bucuresti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bucharest",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Rumania, in the southeast| Pop|: 1,565,872 (1974 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchenwald",1,1,1 ], "(1937-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buchenwald",1,1,1 ], "a village in SW East Germany, near Weimar: site of a Nazi concentration camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchmanism",1,1,1 ], "another name for Moral Rearmament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchner funnel",1,1,1 ], "a laboratory filter funnel used under reduced pressure| It consists of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchner funnel",1,1,1 ], "shallow porcelain cylinder with a flat base perforated with small holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buchner" ,1, 1, 1],"1813-37, German dramatist regarded as a forerunner of the Expressionists:",1). c_DEF([ "Buchner" ,1, 1, 1],"author of",2). c_DEF([ "Buchner" ,1, 1, 2],"and Woyzeck (1837)",1). c_DEF([ "Buchner",1,1,1 ], "1860-1917, German chemist who demonstrated that alcoholic fermentation is due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buchner",1,1,1 ], "to the action of enzymes in the yeast: Nobel prize for chemistry 1907" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buck",1,1,1 ], "1892-1973, U|S| novelist, noted particularly for her novel of Chinese life The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buck",1,1,1 ], "Good Earth (1931): Nobel prize for literature 1938" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham Palace",1,1,1 ], "Nash in 1821-36 and partially redesigned in the early 20th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham Palace",1,1,1 ], "the London residence of the British sovereign: built in 1703, rebuilt by John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham",1,1,1 ], "a town in S central England, in Buckinghamshire| Pop|: 5075 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham",2,1,1 ], "George Villiers, 1st Duke of| 1592-1628, English courtier and statesman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham",2,1,1 ], "War" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham",2,1,1 ], "favourite of James I and Charles I: his arrogance, military incompetence, and greed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham",2,1,1 ], "increased the tensions between the King and Parliament that eventually led to the Civil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham",2,1,2 ], "chief minister of Charles II and member of the Cabal (1667-73)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buckingham",2,1,2 ], "his son, George Villiers, 2nd Duke of| 1628-87, English courtier and writer;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buckinghamshire",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1883 sq| km (727 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buckinghamshire",1,1,1 ], "a county in SE central England, containing the Vale of Aylesbury and parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buckinghamshire",1,1,1 ], "the Chiltern Hills| Administrative centre: Aylesbury| Pop|: 512,000 (1976 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buckley's chance",1,1,1 ], "no chance at all| Often shortened to Buckley's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bucks| ",1,1,1 ], "Buckinghamshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bucovina",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Bukovina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bucure",1,1,1 ], "the Rumanian name for Bucharest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Budapest",1,1,1 ], "1873 from the towns of Buda and Pest| Traditionally Buda, the old Magyar capital," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Budapest",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 2,051,354 (1974 est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Budapest",1,1,1 ], "siege of 1945 and in the unsuccessful revolt against the Communist regime (1956)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Budapest",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Hungary, in the central part, on the River Danube: formed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Budapest",1,1,1 ], "was the administrative and Pest the trade centre: suffered severely in the Russian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buddh Gaya" ,1, 1, 1],"Buddha Gaya, or Bodh Gaya n",1). c_DEF([ "Buddh Gaya" ,1, 1, 2],"a village in NE India, in central Bihar: site of the sacred bo tree under",1). c_DEF([ "Buddh Gaya" ,1, 1, 2],"centre|Pop|: 6299 (1961)",3). c_DEF([ "Buddh Gaya" ,1, 1, 2],"which Gautama Siddhartha attained enlightenment and became the Buddha; pilgrimage",2). c_DEF([ "Buddha",1,1,1 ], "563-483 b|c|, a title applied to Gautama Siddhartha, a nobleman and religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buddha",1,1,1 ], "path to enlightenment: the founder of Buddhism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buddha",1,1,1 ], "teacher of N India, regarded by his followers as the most recent rediscoverer of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buddhism",1,1,1 ], "a religious teaching propagated by the Buddha and his followers, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buddhism",1,1,1 ], "declares that by destroying greed, hatred, and delusion, which are the causes of all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buddhism",1,1,1 ], "suffering, man can attain perfect enlightenment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Budge" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1915, U|S| tennis player, the first man to win the singles championships",1). c_DEF([ "Budge" ,1, 1, 1],"of Australia, France, and the U|S| in one year (1938)",2). c_DEF([ "Budget",1,1,1 ], "Exchequer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Budget",1,1,1 ], "an estimate of British government expenditures and revenues for the ensuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Budget",1,1,1 ], "fiscal year presented annually to the House of Commons by the Chancellor of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Budweis",1,1,1 ], "the German name for vCeske Budvejovice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buena Vista",1,1,1 ], "U|S| forces (1847)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buena Vista",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE Mexico, near Saltillo: site of the defeat of the Mexicans by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buenaventura",1,1,1 ], "a major port in W Colombia, on the Pacific coast| Pop|: 115,770 (1973)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bueno",1,1,1 ], "born 1939, Brazilian tennis player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buenos Aires",1,1,1 ], "Plata estuary: became capital in 1880; university (1821)| Pop|: 2,976,000 (1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buenos Aires",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buenos Aires",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Argentina, a major port and industrial city on the Rio de la" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buffalo Bill",1,1,1 ], "and the U|S| with his famous Wild West Show" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buffalo Bill",1,1,1 ], "nickname of William Frederick Cody| 1846-1917, U|S| showman who toured Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buffalo",1,1,1 ], "a port in W New York State, at the E end of Lake Erie| Pop|: 425,101 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buffalo",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buffet",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, French painter and engraver|His works are characterized by sombre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buffet",1,1,1 ], "tones and thin angular forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buffon",1,1,1 ], "(1777), which foreshadowed later theories of evolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buffon",1,1,1 ], "Comte de| 1707-88, French encyclopedist of natural history; principal author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buffon",1,1,1 ], "of Histoire Naturelle (36 vols|, 1749-89), containing the Epoques de la Nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bug",1,1,1 ], "a river in the SW Soviet Union, rising in the W Ukraine and flowing southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bug",1,1,1 ], "to the Dnieper estuary and the Black Sea| Length: 853 km (530 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bug",1,1,2 ], "Poland and the Soviet Union| Length: 724 km (450 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bug",1,1,2 ], "a river in E central Europe, rising in the Soviet Union in the SW Ukraine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bug",1,1,2 ], "flowing northwest to the River Vistula in Poland, forming part of the border between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buganda",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Kampala| Pop|: 2,667,332 (1969)| Area: about 66,304 sq| km (25,600 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buganda",1,1,1 ], "a federated state of Uganda: a powerful Bantu kingdom from the 17th century|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buitenzorg",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Bogor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bujumbura",1,1,1 ], "(1970 est|)| Former name: Usumbura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bujumbura",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Burundi, a port at the NE end of Lake Tanganyika| Pop|: 78,810" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bukavu",1,1,1 ], "181,774 (1974 est|)| Former name (until 1966): Costermansville" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bukavu",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Zaire, on Lake Kivu: commercial and industrial centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bukhara rug",1,1,1 ], "a kind of rug, typically having a black-and-white geometrical pattern on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bukhara rug",1,1,1 ], "reddish ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bukhara",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in W Uzbekistan: capital of the former emirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bukhara",1,1,1 ], "of Bukhara| Pop|: 139,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bukhara",1,1,2 ], "Tadzhik, and Turkmen SSRs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bukhara",1,1,2 ], "a former emirate of central Asia: a powerful kingdom and centre of Islam;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bukhara",1,1,2 ], "became a territory of the Soviet Union (1920) and was divided between the Uzbek," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bukharin",1,1,1 ], "1888-1938, Soviet Bolshevik leader: executed in one of Stalin's purges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bukovina",1,1,1 ], "a region of E central Europe, part of the NE Carpathians: the north was seized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bukovina",1,1,1 ], "by the Soviet Union (1940) and later became part of the Ukrainian SSR; the south" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bukovina",1,1,1 ], "remained Rumanian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bul",1,1,1 ], "Babylonian or post-exilic Jewish calendar: a period from mid-October to mid-November" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bul",1,1,1 ], "the eighth month of the Old Hebrew calendar, corresponding to Heshvan of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulawayo",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Rhodesia founded (1893) on the site of the kraal of Lobengula," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulawayo",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bulawayo",1,1,1 ], "the last Matabele king; the country's main industrial centre| Pop|: 307,000 (1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bulganin",1,1,1 ], "1895-1975, Soviet statesman and military leader chairman of the council of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulganin",1,1,1 ], "ministers (1955-58)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgar",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of non-Indo-European peoples that settled in SE Europe in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgar",1,1,1 ], "subjects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgar",1,1,1 ], "the late 7th century a|d| and adopted the language and culture of their Slavonic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgar",1,1,2 ], "a rare name for a Bulgarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgaria",1,1,1 ], "8,678,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 110,911 sq| km (42,823 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgaria",1,1,1 ], "Turkish rule from 1395 until 1878; became an independent kingdom in 1908 and a republic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgaria",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Europe, on the Balkan Peninsula on the Black Sea: under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgaria",1,1,1 ], "in 1946; consists chiefly of the Danube valley in the north, the Balkan Mountains" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgaria",1,1,1 ], "in the central part, separated from the Rhodope Mountains of the south by the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgaria",1,1,1 ], "valley of the Maritsa River| Language: Bulgarian| Currency: lev| Capital: Sofia| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgarian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Bulgaria, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgarian",1,2,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgarian",1,2,1 ], "the official language of Bulgaria, belonging to the S Slavonic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulgarian",1,2,2 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Bulgaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulge",1,1,1 ], "pushed back into NE Belgium: the Germans were repulsed by Jan| 1945" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bulge",1,1,1 ], "the final major German counteroffensive in 1944 when the Allied forces were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bulg|",1,1,1 ], "Bulgaria(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bull Run",1,1,1 ], "1862), in both of which the Federal army was routed by the Confederates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bull Run",1,1,1 ], "the site of two battles during the American Civil War (July, 1861 and August," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bull",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Taurus, the second sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bull",2,1,1 ], "John| 1563-1628, English composer and organist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buna",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic rubber formed by polymerizing butadiene or by copolymerizing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buna",1,1,1 ], "with such compounds as acrylonitride or styrene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bunche",1,1,1 ], "(1954-71)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bunche",1,1,1 ], "1904-71, U|S| diplomat and United Nations official: awarded the Nobel peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bunche",1,1,1 ], "prize in 1950 for his work as UN mediator in Palestine (1948-49); UN undersecretary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bund",1,1,1 ], "a federation or league" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bund",1,1,2 ], "short for German American Bund, an organization of U|S| Nazis and Nazi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bund",1,1,2 ], "sympathizers in the 1930s and 1940s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bund",1,1,3 ], "an organization of socialist Jewish workers in Russia founded in 1897" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bund",1,1,4 ], "the confederation of N German states, which existed from 1867-71" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundaberg",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Australia, near the E coast of Queensland: centre of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundaberg",1,1,1 ], "sugar-growing area, with a nearby deep-water port| Pop|: 29,100 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bundelkhand",1,1,1 ], "Pradesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bundelkhand",1,1,1 ], "a region of central India: formerly native states, now mainly part of Madhya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundesrat",1,1,1 ], "(in West Germany) the council of state ministers with certain legislative and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundesrat",1,1,1 ], "administrative powers, representing the state governments at federal level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bundesrat",1,1,2 ], "(in Austria) an assembly with some legislative power that represents state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundesrat",1,1,2 ], "interests at the federal level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bundesrat",1,1,3 ], "(in Switzerland) the executive council of the confederation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundesrat",1,1,4 ], "(in the German empire from 1871-1918) the council representing the governments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundesrat",1,1,4 ], "of the constituent states, with administrative, judicial, and legislative powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bundestag",1,1,1 ], "(in West Germany) the legislative assembly, which is elected by universal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bundestag",1,1,1 ], "adult suffrage and elects the federal chancellor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bunin" ,1, 1, 1],"1870-1953, Russian novelist and poet author of",1). c_DEF([ "Bunin" ,1, 1, 2],"The Gentleman from San Francisco",1). c_DEF([ "Bunker Hill",1,1,1 ], "colonial forces were defeated by British forces on June 17, 1775" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bunker Hill",1,1,1 ], "the first major battle of the War of American Independence at which American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bunsen burner",1,1,1 ], "a gas burner, widely used in scientific laboratories, consisting of a metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bunsen burner",1,1,1 ], "tube with an adjustable air valve at the base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bunsen",1,1,1 ], "1811-99, German chemist who with Kirchhoff developed spectrum analysis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bunsen",1,1,1 ], "calorimeter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bunsen",1,1,1 ], "discovered the elements caesium and rubidium|He invented the Bunsen burner and the ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bunuel" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1900, Spanish film director|He collaborated with Salvador Dali on the",1). c_DEF([ "Bunuel" ,1, 1, 1],"first surrealist films,",2). c_DEF([ "Bunuel" ,1, 1, 2],"and L'Age d'or (1930)|His later films include Viridiana (1961), Belle de",1). c_DEF([ "Bunuel" ,1, 1, 2],"jour (1966), The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie (1972), and That Obscure Object",2). c_DEF([ "Bunuel" ,1, 1, 2],"of Desire (1977)",3). c_DEF([ "Bunyan",1,1,1 ], "1628-88, English preacher and writer, noted particularly for his allegory The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bunyan",1,1,1 ], "Pilgrim's Progress (1678)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buonaparte",1,1,1 ], "the Italian spelling of Bonaparte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buraydah",1,1,1 ], "a town and oasis in central Saudi Arabia| Pop|: 50,000 (1961 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burbage",1,1,1 ], "1567-1619, English actor, closely associated with Shakespeare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burberry",1,1,1 ], "a light good-quality raincoat, esp| of gabardine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgas",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Bulgaria on an inlet of the Black Sea| Pop|: 106,115 (1965)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgenland",1,1,1 ], "a province of E Austria| Capital: Eisenstadt| Pop|: 272,119 (1971)| Area: 3965" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgenland",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1531 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burger" ,1, 1, 1],"1747-94, German lyric poet, noted particularly for his ballad",1). c_DEF([ "Burgess" ,1, 1, 1],"Clockwork Orange (1962), Tremor of Intent (1966), and Beard's Roman Women (1977)",2). c_DEF([ "Burgess" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1917, English novelist and critic: author of satirical novels, such as A",1). c_DEF([ "Burgess" ,1, 1, 2],"Guy",1). c_DEF([ "Burgess" ,1, 1, 3],"1911-63, British spy, who fled to the Soviet Union (with Donald Maclean) in",1). c_DEF([ "Burgess" ,1, 1, 3],"1951",2). c_DEF([ "Burghley",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Burghley| 1520-98, English statesman: chief adviser to Elizabeth I;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burghley",1,1,1 ], "secretary of state (1558-72) and Lord High Treasurer (1572-98)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burgoyne",1,1,1 ], "1722-92, British general in the War of American Independence who was forced to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgoyne",1,1,1 ], "surrender at Saratoga (1777)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,1 ], "a region of E France famous for its wines, lying west of the Saone: formerly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,1 ], "semi-independent duchy; annexed to France in 1482| French name: Bourgogne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,2 ], "Free County of| another name for Franche-Comte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,3 ], "Countries, the duchy of Burgundy, and Franche-Comte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,3 ], "a monarchy (1384-1477) of medieval Europe, at its height including the Low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,4 ], "Kingdom of| a kingdom in E France, established in the early 6th century a|d|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,4 ], "Provence: known as the Kingdom of Arles from the 13th century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,4 ], "eventually including the later duchy of Burgundy, Franche-Comte, and the Kingdom of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,4,1 ], "any red or white wine produced in the region of Burgundy, around Dijon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,4,2 ], "any heavy red table wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burgundy",1,1,5 ], "a blackish-purple to purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burke",1,1,1 ], "Edmund| 1729-97, British Whig statesman, conservative political theorist, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burke",1,1,1 ], "of the American colonies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burke",1,1,1 ], "orator: defended parliamentary government and campaigned for a more liberal treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burke",1,1,2 ], "(1860-61) across Australia from South to North| He was accompanied by W| J| Wills, George" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burke",1,1,2 ], "Grey, and John King; King alone survived the return journey" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burke",1,1,2 ], "Robert O'hara| 1820-61, Irish explorer, who led the first expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burleigh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Burghley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burlington",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burlington",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Canada on Lake Ontario, northeast of Hamilton| Pop|: 87,023" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burlington",1,1,2 ], "a city in NW Vermont on Lake Champlain: largest city in the state; University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burlington",1,1,2 ], "of Vermont (1791)| Pop|: 38,633 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burma Road",1,1,1 ], "Kai-shek's forces in China" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burma Road",1,1,1 ], "by the Allies during World War II to supply military equipment to Chiang" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burma Road",1,1,1 ], "the route extending from Lashio in Burma to Chungking in China, which was used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burma",1,1,1 ], "1886; became independent in 1948| It is generally mountainous, with the basins of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burma",1,1,1 ], "28,885,867 (1972)| Area: 678,000 sq| km (261,789 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Burma",1,1,1 ], "Chindwin and Irrawaddy Rivers in the central part and the Irrawaddy delta in the south|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Burma",1,1,1 ], "Language: Burmese| Religion: chiefly Buddhist| Currency: kyat| Capital: Rangoon| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Burma",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Asia, on the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea: unified from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burma",1,1,1 ], "small states in 1752; annexed by Britain (1823-85) and made a province of India in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burmese cat",1,1,1 ], "a breed of cat similar in shape to the Siamese but having a dark brown or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burmese cat",1,1,1 ], "blue-grey coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burmese" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or characteristic of Burma, its people, or their language",1). c_DEF([ "Burmese" ,1, 2, 1],"mese",1). c_DEF([ "Burmese" ,1, 2, 2],"a native or inhabitant of Burma",1). c_DEF([ "Burmese" ,1, 2, 3],"the official language of Burma, belonging to the Sino-Tibetan family",1). c_DEF([ "Burne-Jones",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edward| 1833-98, English Pre-Raphaelite painter and designer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burne-Jones",1,1,1 ], "stained-glass windows and tapestries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burnet",1,1,1 ], "Sir Macfarlane (m@!f$a$:l@)| born 1899, Australian physician and virologist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burnet",1,1,1 ], "their work in immunology" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burnet",1,1,1 ], "who shared a Nobel prize for medicine and physiology in 1960 with P| B| Medawar for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burnett" ,1, 1, 1],"1849-1924, U|S| novelist, born in England author of",1). c_DEF([ "Burney",1,1,1 ], "A General History of Music (1776-89)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burney",1,1,1 ], "Charles| 1726-1814, English composer and music historian, whose books include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burney",1,1,2 ], "Frances| called Fanny;married name Madame D'Arblay| 1752-1840, English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burney",1,1,2 ], "novelist and diarist: author of Evelina (1778)|Her Diaries and Letters (1768-1840) are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burney",1,1,2 ], "of historical interest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burnham scale",1,1,1 ], "periodically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burnham scale",1,1,1 ], "the salary scale for teachers in English state schools, which is revised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burnley",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW England, in E Lancashire| Pop|: 76,483 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burns",1,1,1 ], "1759-96, Scottish lyric poet| His verse, written mostly in dialect, includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burns",1,1,1 ], "are among the best known" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burns",1,1,1 ], "love songs, nature poetry, and satires, of which Auld Lang Syne and Tam o' Shanter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burroughs",1,1,1 ], "Edgar Rice| 1875-1950, U|S| novelist, author of the Tarzan stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burroughs",1,1,2 ], "Ticket that Exploded (1962) and Nova Express (1964)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burroughs",1,1,2 ], "William| born 1914, U|S| novelist, noted for his works portraying the life of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burroughs",1,1,2 ], "drug addicts, esp| The Naked Lunch (1959), and his science fiction, including The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bursa",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 346,103 (1975)| Former name: Brusa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bursa",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Turkey: founded in the 2nd century b|c|;seat of Bithynian kings|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burschenschaft",1,1,1 ], "a students' fraternity, originally one concerned with Christian ideals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burschenschaft",1,1,1 ], "patriotism, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burton",1,1,1 ], "Sir Richard Francis| 1821-90, English explorer, Orientalist, and writer who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burton",1,1,1 ], "discovered Lake Tanganyika with John Speke (1858); produced the first unabridged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burton",1,1,1 ], "translation of The Thousand Nights and a Night (1885-88)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burton",1,1,2 ], "Becket (1964), Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf(1966), and Equus (1977)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burton",1,1,2 ], "Richard (Jenkins)| born 1925, British stage and film actor: films include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burton",1,1,3 ], "Robert, pen name Democritus Junior| 1577-1640, English clergyman, scholar, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burton",1,1,3 ], "writer, noted for his Anatomy of Melancholy (1621)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burton-upon-Trent",1,1,1 ], "50,175 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burton-upon-Trent",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in E Staffordshire: famous for brewing| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burundi",1,1,1 ], "(until 1962): Urundi" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Burundi",1,1,1 ], "Batwa; made part of German East Africa in 1899; part of the Belgian territory of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Burundi",1,1,1 ], "Bujumbura| Pop|: 3,350,000 (1971)| Area: 27,731 sq| km (10,707 sq| miles)| Former name" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Burundi",1,1,1 ], "Ruanda-Urundi from 1923 until it became independent in 1962; consists mainly of high plateaus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Burundi",1,1,1 ], "a republic in E central Africa: inhabited chiefly by the Bahutu, Watutsi, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Burundi",1,1,1 ], "along the main Nile-Congo dividing range, dropping rapidly to the Great Rift Valley" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Burundi",1,1,1 ], "in the west| Languages: Kirundi and French| Currency: Burundi franc| Capital:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Bury St| Edmunds",1,1,1 ], "a market town in E England, in Suffolk| Pop|: 25,629 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bury",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 67,776 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bury",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, part of Greater Manchester: an early textile centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buryat Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Lake Baikal: mountainous, with forests covering over half the total area| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buryat Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Ulan-Ude| Pop|: 812,251 (1970)| Area: 350,300 sq| km (135,650 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Buryat Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the SE central Soviet Union, in the RSFSR, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buryat",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people living chiefly in the Buryat ASSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buryat",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buryat",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mongolic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bur|",1,1,1 ], "Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bushido",1,1,1 ], "and loyalty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bushido",1,1,1 ], "the feudal code of the Japanese samurai, stressing self-discipline, courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bushire",1,1,1 ], "Bushehr (bu$:!#s$er)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bushire",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Iran, on the Persian Gulf| Pop|: 23,547 (1966)| Persian name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bushman",1,1,1 ], "Kalahari region, typically having leathery yellowish skin, short stature, and prominent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bushman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a hunting and gathering people of southern Africa, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bushman",1,1,1 ], "buttocks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bushman",1,1,2 ], "any language of this people, belonging to the Khoisan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bushveld",1,1,1 ], "an area of low altitude in the NE Transvaal, South Africa, having scrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bushveld",1,1,1 ], "vegetation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Busoni",1,1,1 ], "1866-1924, Italian pianist and composer, esp| of works for piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Busra",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Basra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bute",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SW Scotland, now part of Strathclyde region," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bute",1,1,1 ], "consisting of islands in the Firth of Clyde and Kilbrannan Sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bute",1,1,2 ], "Area: 121 sq| km (47 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Bute",1,1,2 ], "an island off the coast of SW Scotland, in the Firth of Clyde, separated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bute",1,1,2 ], "the Cowal peninsula by the Kyles of Bute|Chief town: Rothesay| Pop|: 8455 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bute",2,1,1 ], "3rd Earl of Bute| 1713-92, British Tory statesman; prime minister (1762-63)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Butler",1,1,1 ], "Joseph| 1692-1752, English theologian and author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Butler",1,1,2 ], "Samuel| 1612-80, English poet and satirist; author of Hudibras (1663-78)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Butler",1,1,3 ], "(1872) and his autobiographical novel The Way of All Flesh (1903)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Butler",1,1,3 ], "Samuel| 1835-1902, English novelist, noted for his satirical work Erewhon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Butt",1,1,1 ], "Dame Clara| 1872-1936, English contralto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buttermere",1,1,1 ], "Length: 2 km (1|25 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buttermere",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria, in the Lake District, southwest of Keswick|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Butung",1,1,1 ], "Baubau| Area: 4555 sq| km (1759 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Butung",1,1,1 ], "an island of Indonesia, southeast of Celebes: hilly and forested| Chief town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buxtehude",1,1,1 ], "1637-1707, Danish composer and organist, resident in Germany from 1668, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buxtehude",1,1,1 ], "influenced Bach and Handel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Buxton",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in NW Derbyshire in the Peak District: thermal springs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buys Ballot's Law",1,1,1 ], "a law stating that if an observer stands with his back to the wind in the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Buys Ballot's Law",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere, atmospheric pressure is lower on his left, and vice versa in the S hemisphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bydgoszcz",1,1,1 ], "1919| Pop|: 310,600 (1974 est|)| German name: Bromberg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bydgoszcz",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and port in N Poland: under Prussian rule from 1772 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byelgorod-Dnestrovski",1,1,1 ], "Rumanian name: Cetatea Alba|Former name (until 1946): Akkerman" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Byelgorod-Dnestrovski",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Soviet Union, in the SW Ukrainian SSR, on the Dniester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byelgorod-Dnestrovski",1,1,1 ], "estuary: belonged to Rumania from 1918 until 1940; ceded to the Soviet Union in 1944|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W Soviet Union: mainly low-lying and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "forested| Capital: Minsk| Pop|: 9,002,338 (1970)| Area: 207,600 sq| km (80,134 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Byelorussia, its people, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian",1,2,1 ], "closely related to Russian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian",1,2,1 ], "the official language of the Byelorussian SSR: an East Slavonic language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byelorussian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Byelorussia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byelostok",1,1,1 ], "a Russian name for Bialystok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byelovo",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the southwestern RSFSR| Pop|: 108,209 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byng",1,1,1 ], "John| 1704-57, English admiral: executed after failing to relieve Minorca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byng",1,1,2 ], "Julian Hedworth George, 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy| 1862-1935, British general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byng",1,1,2 ], "in World War I; governor general of Canada (1921-26)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byrd Land",1,1,1 ], "a part of Antarctica, east of the Ross Ice Shelf and the Ross Sea: claimed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byrd Land",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| by Richard E| Byrd in 1929| Former name: Marie Byrd Land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byrd",1,1,1 ], "Richard Evelyn| 1888-1957, U|S| rear admiral, aviator, and polar explorer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byrd",1,1,2 ], "William| 1543-1623, English composer and organist, noted for his madrigals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byrd",1,1,2 ], "masses, and music for virginals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byron",1,1,1 ], "6th Baron| 1788-1824, English Romantic poet, noted also for his passionate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byron",1,1,1 ], "and Don Juan (1819-24)| He spent much of his life abroad and died while fighting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Byron",1,1,1 ], "disastrous love affairs| His major works include Childe Harold's Pilgrimage (1812-18)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byron",1,1,1 ], "for Greek independence" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Bytom",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW Poland, in Upper Silesia: under Prussian and German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bytom",1,1,1 ], "rule from 1742 to 1945| Pop|: 193,400 (1974 est|)| German name: Beuthen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine Church",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Orthodox Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine Empire",1,1,1 ], "Constantinople, its capital, in 1453" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine Empire",1,1,1 ], "the continuation of the Roman Empire in the East, esp| after the deposition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine Empire",1,1,1 ], "the last emperor in Rome (476 a|d|)|It was finally extinguished by the fall of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to Byzantium or the Byzantine Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,2 ], "liturgy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing the Orthodox Church or its rites and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,3 ], "in the Byzantine Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the highly coloured stylized form of religious art developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,4 ], "characterized by massive domes with square bases, rounded arches, spires and minarets, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the style of architecture developed in the Byzantine Empire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,4 ], "the extensive use of mosaics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,5 ], "denoting the Medieval Greek spoken in the Byzantine Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,1,6 ], "(of attitudes, etc|) inflexible or complicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantine",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Byzantium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantium",1,1,1 ], "Constantine I in 330 a|d| and called Constantinople; present-day Istanbul" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Byzantium",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city on the Bosphorus: founded about 660 b|c|; rebuilt by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Byz|",1,1,1 ], "Byzantine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Bziers",1,1,1 ], "It is a centre of the wine trade| Pop|: 85,677 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Bziers",1,1,1 ], "a city in S France: scene of a massacre (1209) during the Albigensian Crusade|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Arch|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|A|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|A|",1,1,2 ], "British Academy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|A|",1,1,3 ], "British Association (for the Advancement of Science)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|A|A|",1,1,1 ], "British Airports Authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|A|O|R|",1,1,1 ], "British Army of the Rhine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|B|C|",1,1,1 ], "British Broadcasting Corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Ch|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Com|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|C|",1,1,1 ], "(indicating years numbered back from the supposed year of the birth of Christ)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|C|",1,1,1 ], "before Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "B|C|",1,1,2 ], "British Columbia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|C|E|",1,1,1 ], "Before Common Era (used, esp| by non-Christians, in numbering years B|C|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|C|L|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Civil Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|D|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Divinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|D|",1,1,2 ], "bills discounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|D|A|",1,1,1 ], "British Dental Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|D|S|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Dental Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Ed|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Eng|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Engineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|E|",1,1,1 ], "bill of exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|E|",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) Board of Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|E|",1,1,3 ], "Bachelor of Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|E|",1,1,4 ], "Bachelor of Engineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|E|A| ",1,1,1 ], "British European Airways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|E|F|",1,1,1 ], "British Expeditionary Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|E|M|",1,1,1 ], "British Empire Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|I|M|",1,1,1 ], "British Institute of Management" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Litt|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Litt|",1,1,2 ], "Bachelor of Literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|L|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|L|",1,1,2 ], "Bachelor of Letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|L|",1,1,3 ], "Barrister-at-Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|L|",1,1,4 ], "British Library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Mus|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|M|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|M|",1,1,2 ], "bench mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|M|",1,1,3 ], "British Museum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|M|A|",1,1,1 ], "British Medical Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|M|J|",1,1,1 ], "British Medical Journal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|O|",1,1,1 ], "body odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|O|",1,1,2 ], "box office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|O|A|C|(formerly)" ,1, 1, 1],"British Overseas Airways Corporation",1). c_DEF([ "B|O|D|",1,1,1 ], "biochemical oxygen demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Pharm",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Pharmacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Phil|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|P|",1,1,1 ], "British Pharmacopoeia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|P|C|",1,1,1 ], "British Pharmaceutical Codex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|R|",1,1,1 ], "British Rail (formerly British Railways)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|R|C|S|",1,1,1 ], "British Red Cross Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|Sc|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|S|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|S|Sc|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Social Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|S|S|",1,1,1 ], "British Standards Specification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "British Summer Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|T|U|",1,1,1 ], "Board of Trade Unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|U|F|",1,1,1 ], "British Union of Fascists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|V|",1,1,1 ], "Beata Virgo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|V|",1,1,2 ], "bene vale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|V|M|",1,1,1 ], "Beata Virgo Maria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|W|G|",1,1,1 ], "Birmingham Wire Gauge: a notation for the diameters of metal rods, ranging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|W|G|",1,1,1 ], "from 0 (0|340 inch) to 36 (0|004 inch)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "B|Y|O|",1,1,1 ], "an unlicensed restaurant at which diners may drink their own wine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "B|o|T|",1,1,1 ], "Board of Trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C & G",1,1,1 ], "City and Guilds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C &W",1,1,1 ], "country and western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C battery",1,1,1 ], "a battery for supplying a voltage to the grid of a thermionic valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C clef",1,1,1 ], "a symbol (, ), now rarely used, placed at the beginning of the staff," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C clef",1,1,1 ], "establishing middle C as being on its centre line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "C horizon",1,1,1 ], "bedrock, composed of weathered rock little affected by soil-forming processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "C horizon",1,1,1 ], "the layer of a soil profile immediately below the B horizon and above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C in C",1,1,1 ], "Commander in Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1 ], "467,557 (1975)| Area: 8787 sq| km (3427 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1 ], "7141 (1971)| Former name (1849-1922): Queenstown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 547,871 (1975)| Area: 7218 sq| km (2815 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1 ], "a department of E central France, in NE Burgundy| Capital: Dijon| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1 ], "a department of W France, on the N coast of Brittany| Capital: St| Brieuc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Ireland, in SE Co| Cork: port of call for Atlantic liners| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1,1 ], "a note having a frequency of 261|63 hertz (middle C) or this value multiplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1,1 ], "or divided by any power of 2; the first degree of a major scale containing no" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1,1 ], "sharps or flats (C major)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1,2 ], "a key, string, or pipe producing this note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1,3 ], "the major or minor key having this note as its tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,1,4 ], "a time signature denoting four crotchet beats to the bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,10 ], "the Roman numeral for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,11 ], "100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,12 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,13 ], "Cuba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,2 ], "carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,3 ], "capacitance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,4 ], "heat capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,5 ], "cold (water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,6 ], "compliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,7 ], "Celsius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,8 ], "centigrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C",1,1,9 ], "century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C's" ,1, 1, 1],"cargo transport",1). c_DEF([ "C/A",1,1,1 ], "capital account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C/A",1,1,2 ], "credit account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C/A",1,1,3 ], "current account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C/N",1,1,1 ], "credit note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C3",1,1,1 ], "in poor health or having a poor physique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C3",1,1,2 ], "inferior; worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CARE",1,1,1 ], "U|S| charities, giving financial and technical assistance to many regions of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "CARE",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Cooperative for American Relief Everywhere, Inc|: a federation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CARE",1,1,1 ], "world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "CARIFTA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Caribbean Free Trade Area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CB",1,1,1 ], "Citizens' Band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CBC",1,1,1 ], "Canadian Broadcasting Corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CBS",1,1,1 ], "Columbia Broadcasting System| )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CDN",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CDT",1,1,1 ], "Central Daylight Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CENTO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Central Treaty Organization; an organization for military and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CENTO",1,1,1 ], "economic cooperation formed in 1959 by the U|K|, Iran, Pakistan, and Turkey as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "CENTO",1,1,1 ], "successor to the Baghdad Pact" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "CERN",1,1,1 ], "European states with a centre in Geneva for research in high-energy particle physics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "CERN",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Conseil Europeen pour la Recherche Nucleaire; an organization of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CH",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CI",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Ivory Coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Ceylon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CNAA",1,1,1 ], "the Council for National Academic Awards: a degree-awarding body separate from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CNAA",1,1,1 ], "the universities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "CNS",1,1,1 ], "central nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CO",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Colombia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "COBOL",1,1,1 ], "a high-level computer programming language designed for general commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "COBOL",1,1,1 ], "use| C20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "COM",1,1,1,1 ], "computer output on microfilm; a process in which a computer output is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "COM",1,1,1,1 ], "converted direct to microfiche or film, esp| 35 or 16 millimetre film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "COM",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CORE",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CORE",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Congress of Racial Equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "COSPAR",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Committee on Space Research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CP",1,1,1 ], "Command Post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CP",1,1,2 ], "Canadian Press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CPR",1,1,1 ], "Canadian Pacific Railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CPU",1,1,1 ], "central processing unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CQ",1,1,1 ], "a symbol transmitted by an amateur radio operator requesting two-way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CQ",1,1,1 ], "communication with any other amateur radio operator listening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "CQ",1,2,1 ], "charge of quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Costa Rica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CRT",1,1,1 ], "cathode-ray tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CS gas",1,1,1 ], "C6H4ClCHC(CN)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "CS gas",1,1,1 ], "a gas causing tears, salivation, and painful breathing, used in chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CS gas",1,1,1 ], "warfare and civil disturbances;ortho-chlorobenzal malononitrile| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "CS",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Czechoslovakia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CSB",1,1,1 ], "chemical stimulation of the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CSE" ,1, 1, 1],"(in Britain)",1). c_DEF([ "CSE" ,1, 2, 1],"Certificate of Secondary Education; a series of examinations the first grade",1). c_DEF([ "CSE" ,1, 2, 1],"of pass of which is an equivalent to a GCE O level",2). c_DEF([ "CTV",1,1,1 ], "Canadian Television Network Ltd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CUSO",1,1,1 ], "Canadian University Service Overseas; an organization that sends students to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CUSO",1,1,1 ], "work as volunteers in developing countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "CUTS",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Computer Users" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CVA",1,1,1 ], "cerebrovascular accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CW",1,1,1 ], "continuous wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CW",1,2,1,1 ], "an informal term for Morse code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CW",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CY",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Cyprus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ca",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caaba",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kaaba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabal",1,1,1 ], "1667-73: consisting of Clifford, Ashley, Buckingham, Arlington, and Lauderdale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cabal",1,1,1 ], "English history| a group of ministers of Charles II that governed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caball",1,1,1 ], "born 1933, Spanish operatic soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabanatuan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the Philippines, in S central Luzon| Pop|: 117,995 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabimas",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cabimas",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Venezuela, on the NE shore of Lake Maracaibo| Pop|: 122,239" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabinda",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 58,547 (1960)| Area: 7270 sq| km (2807 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cabinda",1,1,1 ], "an exclave of Angola, separated from the rest of the country by part of Zaire|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabora Bassa",1,1,1 ], "Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cabora Bassa",1,1,1 ], "the site on the Zambezi River in N Mozambique of the largest dam in southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabot",1,1,1 ], "John, Italian name Giovanni Caboto| 1450-98, Italian explorer, who landed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabot",1,1,1 ], "North America in 1497, under patent from Henry VII of England, and explored the coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cabot",1,1,1 ], "from Nova Scotia to Newfoundland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cabot",1,1,2 ], "his son, Sebastian| 1476-1557, English navigator and cartographer who explored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabot",1,1,2 ], "the La Plata region of Brazil (1526-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cabral",1,1,1 ], "1460-1526, Portuguese navigator: discovered and took possession of Brazil for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cabral",1,1,1 ], "Portugal in 1500" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caddoan",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages, including Pawnee, formerly spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caddoan",1,1,1 ], "in a wide area of the Middle West" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cade",1,1,1 ], "died 1450, English leader of the Kentish rebellion against the misgovernment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cade",1,1,1 ], "of Henry VI (1450)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cadmean victory",1,1,1 ], "another name for Pyrrhic victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cadmus",1,1,1 ], "a Phoenician prince who killed a dragon and planted its teeth, from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cadmus",1,1,1 ], "sprang a multitude of warriors who fought among themselves until only five remained," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cadmus",1,1,1 ], "who joined Cadmus to found Thebes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caelian",1,1,1 ], "the southeasternmost of the Seven Hills of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caen",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW France| Pop|: 122,794 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caenozoic",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cenozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caerleon",1,1,1 ], "Arthur's court| Pop|: 6235 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caerleon",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Wales, in Gwent on the River Usk: traditionally the seat of King" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caernarfon",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in NW Wales, in Gwynedd on the Menai Strait: 13th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caernarfon",1,1,1 ], "castle| Pop|: 9253 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caernarvonshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of NW Wales, now part of Gwynedd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caerphilly",1,1,1 ], "Wales (13th-14th centuries)| Pop|: 40,689 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caerphilly",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SE Wales, in SE Mid Glamorgan: site of the largest castle in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caerphilly",1,1,2 ], "a creamy white mild-flavoured cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,1 ], "Britain (55-54), mastered Italy (49), and defeated Pompey (46)| As dictator of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,1 ], "Gaius Julius | 100-44 b|c|, Roman general, statesman, and historian| He formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,1 ], "Longinus" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,1 ], "Roman Empire (49-44) he destroyed the power of the corrupt Roman nobility| He also" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,1 ], "introduced the Julian calendar and planned further reforms, but fear of his sovereign" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,1 ], "power led to his assassination (44) by conspirators led by Marcus Brutus and Cassius" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,1 ], "the first triumvirate with Pompey and Crassus (60), conquered Gaul (58-50), invaded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,2 ], "any Roman emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,3 ], "any emperor, autocrat, dictator, or other powerful ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,4 ], "a title of the Roman emperors from Augustus to Hadrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,5 ], "(in the Roman Empire)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,5,1 ], "a title borne by the imperial heir from the reign of Hadrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,5,2 ], "Diocletian's system of government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caesar",1,1,5,2 ], "the heir, deputy, and subordinate ruler to either of the two emperors under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesaraugusta",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for Zaragoza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarea Mazaca",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name of Kayseri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarea",1,1,1 ], "Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarea",1,1,1 ], "an ancient port in NW Israel, capital of Roman Palestine: founded by Herod the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarean section",1,1,1 ], "a baby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarean section",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision through the abdominal and uterine walls in order to deliver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any of the Caesars, esp| Julius Caesar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarean",1,2,1,1 ], "short for Caesarean section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarean",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caesarism",1,1,1 ], "an autocratic system of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caetano",1,1,1 ], "army coup in 1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caetano",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, prime minister of Portugal from 1968 until he was replaced by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cage",1,1,1 ], "born 1912, U|S| composer of experimental music for a variety of conventional," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cage",1,1,1 ], "modified, or invented instruments| He evolved a type of music apparently undetermined by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cage",1,1,1 ], "the composer, such as in Imaginary Landscape (1951) for 12 radio sets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cagliari",1,1,1 ], "a port in and the capital of Sardinia, on the S coast| Pop|: 236,931 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cagliari",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cagliari",2,1,1 ], "original name of (Paolo)Veronese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cagliostro",1,1,1 ], "Count Alessandro di , original name Giuseppe Balsamo| 1743-95, Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cagliostro",1,1,1 ], "adventurer and magician, who was imprisoned for life by the Inquisition for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cagliostro",1,1,1 ], "association with freemasonry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cagney",1,1,1 ], "(1942)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cagney",1,1,1 ], "Enemy (1931), G-Men (1935), Angels with Dirty Faces (1938), and Yankee Doodle Dandy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cagney",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, U|S| film actor, esp| of gangster roles; his films include Public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cahokia Mounds",1,1,1 ], "northeast of East St| Louis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cahokia Mounds",1,1,1 ], "the largest group of prehistoric Indian earthworks in the U|S|, located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caiaphas",1,1,1 ], "the high priest at the beginning of John the Baptist's preaching and during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caiaphas",1,1,1 ], "the trial of Jesus (Luke 3:2; Matthew 26)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caicos Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the West Indies: part of the British colony of the Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caicos Islands",1,1,1 ], "and Caicos Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cain",1,1,1 ], "the first son of Adam and Eve, who killed his brother Abel (Genesis 4:1-16)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cain",1,1,2 ], "raise Cain| Slang| to cause a commotion; cause trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cainozoic",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cenozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caird Coast",1,1,1 ], "Sea; now included in the British Antarctic Territory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caird Coast",1,1,1 ], "a region of Antarctica: a part of Coats Land on the SE coast of the Weddell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cairngorm Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Macdhui, 1309 m (4296 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cairngorm Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range of NE Scotland: part of the Grampians| Highest peak: Ben" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cairns",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Australia, in Queensland| Pop|: 35,200 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cairo",1,1,1 ], "Middle East; industrial centre; site of the university and mosque of Al Azhar (founded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cairo",1,1,1 ], "in 972)| Pop|: 4,219,853 (1966)| Arabic name: El Qahira ($el !kahi$:r@$)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cairo",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Egypt, on the Nile: the largest city in Africa and in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caithness",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of NE Scotland, now part of the Highland region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caius",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Gaius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cajun",1,1,1 ], "a native of Louisiana descended from 18th-century Acadian immigrants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cajun",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of French spoken by such people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cajun",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to such people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calabar bean",1,1,1 ], "Physostigma venenosum of tropical Africa, used as a source of the drug physostigmine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calabar bean",1,1,1 ], "the dark brown very poisonous seed of a leguminous woody climbing plant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calabar",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Nigeria, capital of Cross River state| Pop|: 103,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calabria",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW Italy: mostly mountainous and subject to earthquakes| Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calabria",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Calabria",1,1,1 ], "town: Reggio di Calabria| Pop|: 1,962,899 (1971)| Area: 15,080 sq| km| (5822 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calabria",1,1,2 ], "an ancient region of extreme SE Italy (3rd century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calabria",1,1,3 ], "to about 668 a|d|);now part of Apulia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calais",1,1,1 ], "England; belonged to England 1347-1558| Pop|: 79,369 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calais",1,1,1 ], "a port in N France, on the Strait of Dover: the nearest French port to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calchas",1,1,1 ], "a soothsayer who assisted the Greeks in the Trojan War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calcutta",1,1,1 ], "a port in E India, capital of West Bengal state, on the Hooghly River: former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calcutta",1,1,1 ], "capital of the country (1833-1912); major commercial and industrial centre; two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calcutta",1,1,1 ], "universities| Pop|: 3,148,746 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Calder",1,1,1 ], "born 1898, U|S| sculptor, who originated mobiles and stabiles (moving or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calder",1,1,1 ], "static abstract sculptures, generally suspended from wire)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calderca",1,1,1 ], "1600-81, Spanish dramatist, whose best-known work is La Vida es Sueno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calderca",1,1,2 ], "Christi, 76 of which survive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calderca",1,1,2 ], "He also wrote autos sacramentales, outdoor plays for the feast of Corpus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caldwell" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1903, U|S| novelist whose works include",1). c_DEF([ "Caledonia",1,1,1 ], "the Roman name for Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caledonian Canal",1,1,1 ], "Great Glen: built 1803-47; now little used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caledonian Canal",1,1,1 ], "a canal in N Scotland, linking the Atlantic with the North Sea through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caledonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caledonian",1,1,2 ], "era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caledonian",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting a period of mountain building in NW Europe in the Palaeozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caledonian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calgary",1,1,1 ], "a city in Canada, in S Alberta: centre of a large agricultural region;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calgary",1,1,1 ], "oilfields| Pop|: 403,319 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cali",1,1,1 ], "898,253 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cali",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Colombia: commercial centre in a rich agricultural region| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caliban",1,1,1 ], "a brutish or brutalized man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calicut",1,1,1 ], "the former name for Kozhikode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "California poppy",1,1,1 ], "North America, having yellow or orange flowers and finely divided bluish-green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "California poppy",1,1,1 ], "a papaveraceous plant, Eschscholtzia californica, of the Pacific coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "California poppy",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "California",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Sacramento| Pop|: 19,953,134 (1970)| Area: 411,015 sq| km (158,693 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "California",1,1,1 ], "Joaquin Rivers, and the mountains of the Sierra Nevada in the east; major industries" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "California",1,1,1 ], "Range, deserts in the south, the fertile central valleys of the Sacramento and San" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "California",1,1,1 ], "a state on the W coast of the U|S|: the third largest state in area and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "California",1,1,1 ], "include the growing of citrus fruits and grapes, fishing, oil production, and films|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "California",1,1,1 ], "largest in population; consists of a narrow, warm coastal plain rising to the Coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "California",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an arm of the Pacific Ocean, between Sonora and Lower California|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calif|",1,1,1 ], "California" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caligula",1,1,1 ], "(37-41), noted for his cruelty and tyranny; assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caligula",1,1,1 ], "original name Gaius Caesar, son of Germanicus| 12-41 a|d|, Roman emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calimere",1,1,1 ], "a cape on the SE coast of India, on the Palk Strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Callaghan" ,1, 1, 1],"Northern Ireland since 1976",2). c_DEF([ "Callaghan" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1912, English Labour statesman; prime minister of Great Britain and",1). c_DEF([ "Callao",1,1,1 ], "296,721 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Callao",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Peru, near Lima, on Callao Bay: chief import centre of Peru| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Callas",1,1,1 ], "1923-77, Greek operatic soprano, born in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Callicrates",1,1,1 ], "5th century b|c|, Greek architect: with Ictinus, designed the Parthenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Callimachus",1,1,1 ], "305-240 b|c|, Greek poet of the Alexandrian School; author of hymns and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Callimachus",1,1,1 ], "epigrams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calliope",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of epic poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Callisto",1,1,1 ], "the planet| Approximate diameter: 4500 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Callisto",1,1,1 ], "the second largest of the 12 satellites of Jupiter and the fifth nearest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Callisto",2,1,1 ], "Zeus then set her in the sky as the constellation Ursa Major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Callisto",2,1,1 ], "a nymph who attracted the love of Zeus and was changed into a bear by Hera|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calor gas",1,1,1 ], "butane gas liquefied under pressure in portable containers for domestic use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calorie",1,1,1 ], "a unit of heat, equal to one thousand calories, often used to express the heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calorie",1,1,1 ], "output of an organism or the energy value of food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calorie",1,1,2 ], "energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calorie",1,1,2 ], "the amount of a specific food capable of producing one thousand calories of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calpe",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for the (Rock of)Gibraltar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caltanissetta",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Sicily: sulphur mines| Pop|: 60,072 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caltech",1,1,1 ], "the California Institute of Technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvados",1,1,1 ], "572,421 (1975)| Area: 5693 sq| km (2198 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calvados",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France in the Basse-Normandie region| Capital: Caen| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvados",1,1,2 ], "an apple brandy distilled from cider in this region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvary cross",1,1,1 ], "a Latin cross with a representation of three steps beneath it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvary",1,1,1 ], "the place just outside the walls of Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvert",1,1,1 ], "Sir George, 1st Baron Baltimore| 1580-1632, English statesman; founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvert",1,1,1 ], "colony of Maryland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calvert",1,1,2 ], "Maryland (1634-47)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calvert",1,1,2 ], "his son, Leonard| 1606-47, English statesman; first colonial governor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvin",1,1,1 ], "John, original name Jean Cauvin, Caulvin or Chauvin| 1509-64, French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvin",1,1,1 ], "his Institutes of the Christian Religion (1536)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Calvin",1,1,1 ], "the first presbyterian government in Geneva| His theological system is described in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Calvin",1,1,1 ], "theologian: a leader of the Protestant Reformation in France and Switzerland, establishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calvin",1,1,2 ], "Melvin| born 1911, U|S| chemist, noted particularly for his research on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calvin",1,1,2 ], "photosynthesis: Nobel prize for chemistry 1961" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calvinism",1,1,1 ], "justification by faith" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Calvinism",1,1,1 ], "on the doctrines of predestination, the irresistibility of grace, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calvinism",1,1,1 ], "the theological system of Calvin and his followers, characterized by emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calydonian boar",1,1,1 ], "a savage boar sent by Artemis to destroy Calydon, a city in Aetolia, because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calydonian boar",1,1,1 ], "its king had neglected to sacrifice to her| It was killed by Meleager, the king's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Calydonian boar",1,1,1 ], "son" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Calypso",1,1,1 ], "(in Homer''s Odyssey) a sea nymph who detained Odysseus on the island of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Calypso",1,1,1 ], "Ogygia for seven years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cal|",1,1,1 ], "Calorie (large)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cal|",1,1,2 ], "California" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cam Ranh",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Vietnam: large natural harbour, in recent years used as a naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cam Ranh",1,1,1 ], "base by French, Japanese, and U|S| forces successively| Pop|: 104,666 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cam",1,1,1 ], "River Ouse| Length: about 64 km (40 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cam",1,1,1 ], "a river in E England, in Cambridgeshire, flowing through Cambridge to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camag",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Cuba| Pop|: 197,720 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambay",1,1,1 ], "Kathiawar Peninsula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Arabian Sea on the W coast of India, southeast of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camberwell beauty",1,1,1 ], "a nymphalid butterfly, Nymphalis antiopa, of temperate regions, having dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camberwell beauty",1,1,1 ], "purple wings with cream-yellow borders| U|S| name: mourning cloak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambodia",1,1,1 ], "(69,898 sq| miles)| Official name (since 1976): Kampuchea" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Cambodia",1,1,1 ], "Mekong River, with the Cardamom Mountains in the southwest| Language: Khmer| Currency:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cambodia",1,1,1 ], "a state in SE Asia: became part of French Indochina in 1887; declared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambodia",1,1,1 ], "ended with the victory of the Khmers Rouges; contains the central plains of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cambodia",1,1,1 ], "independence in 1949; was a republic from 1970 until 1975, when five years of civil war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambodia",1,1,1 ], "riel| Capital: Phnom Penh| Pop|: 8,110,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 181,035 sq| km" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Camborne-Redruth",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW England, in Cornwall: formed in 1934 by the amalgamation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camborne-Redruth",1,1,1 ], "neighbouring towns| Pop|: 42,029 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrai",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE France: textile industry| Pop|: 41,109 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambria",1,1,1 ], "the Medieval Latin name for Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Fawddwy 891 m (2970 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in Wales, extending from S Dyfed to Clwyd| Highest peak: Aran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrian",1,1,1 ], "during which marine invertebrates, esp| trilobites, flourished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrian",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the first 100 million years of the Palaeozoic era," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrian",1,2,1 ], "the| the Cambrian period or rock system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambrian",1,2,2 ], "a Welshman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a lightish blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge blue",1,1,2 ], "a person who has been awarded a blue from Cambridge University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Medieval Latin name: Cantabrigia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge",1,1,1 ], "Cam: centred around the university, founded in the 12th century| Pop|: 98,519" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge",1,1,1 ], "a city in E England, administrative centre of Cambridgeshire, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge",1,1,2 ], "short for Cambridgeshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge",1,1,3 ], "a city in E Massachusetts: educational centre, with Harvard University (1636)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridge",1,1,3 ], "and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology| Pop|: 100,361 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridgeshire",1,1,1 ], "Cambridge| Pop|: 563,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 3496 sq| km (1350 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridgeshire",1,1,1 ], "Isle of Ely and Huntingdon and lies largely in the Fens| Administrative centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cambridgeshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of E England, in East Anglia: includes the former counties of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambs|",1,1,1 ], "Cambridgeshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambyses",1,1,1 ], "died 522 b|c|, king of Persia (529-522 b|c|), who conquered Egypt (525); son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cambyses",1,1,1 ], "of Cyrus the Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Camb|",1,1,1 ], "Cambridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camden",1,1,1 ], "a borough of N Greater London| Pop|: 185,800 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camden",1,1,2 ], "100,171 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Camden",1,1,2 ], "a city in SW New Jersey, on the Delaware River opposite Philadelphia| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camden",2,1,1 ], "1551-1623, English antiquary and historian; author of Britannia (1586)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camelopardalis",1,1,1 ], "Cassiopeia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Camelopardalis",1,1,1 ], "a faint extensive constellation in the N hemisphere close to Ursa Major and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camelopardus",1,1,1 ], "Cassiopeia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Camelopardus",1,1,1 ], "a faint extensive constellation in the N hemisphere close to Ursa Major and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camelot",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the English town where King Arthur's palace and court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camelot",1,1,1 ], "were situated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Camembert",1,1,1 ], "a rich soft creamy cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camenae",1,1,1 ], "a group of nymphs originally associated with a sacred spring in Rome, later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camenae",1,1,1 ], "identified with the Greek Muses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,1 ], "(administered by France); Cameroun and the S part of the Cameroons formed a republic in 1961" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,1 ], "(the N part joined Nigeria)| Official languages: French and English| Religions:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,1 ], "1884; divided in 1919 into the Cameroons (administered by Britain) and Cameroun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,1 ], "Christian, Muslim, and animist| Currency: franc| Capital: Yaounde| Pop|: 6,398,000 (1975" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,1 ], "UN est|)| Area: 475,500 sq| km (183,591 sq| miles)| French name: Cameroun" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea: became a German colony in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,2 ], "Height: 4070 m (13,352 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroon",1,1,2 ], "an active volcano in W Cameroon: the highest peak on the West African coast|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cameroun",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Cameroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camorra",1,1,1 ], "a secret society organized in about 1820 in Naples, which thrived on blackmail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camorra",1,1,1 ], "and extortion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Camorra",1,1,2 ], "any similar clandestine group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campagna",1,1,1 ], "a low-lying plain surrounding Rome, Italy: once fertile, it deteriorated to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campagna",1,1,1 ], "malarial marshes; recently reclaimed| Area: about 2000 sq| km (800 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campania",1,1,1 ], "Naples| Pop|: 5,054,822 (1971)| Area: 13,595 sq| km (5248 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campania",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW Italy: includes the islands of Capri and Ischia| Chief town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,1 ], "Sir Colin, Baron Clyde| 1792-1863, British field marshal, who led the relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,1 ], "of Lucknow (1857) and suppressed the Indian Mutiny (1857-58)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,2 ], "Donald| 1921-67, English water speed record-holder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,3 ], "his father, Sir Malcolm| 1885-1948, English racing driver and land speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,3 ], "record-holder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,4 ], "Mrs| Patrick| original name Beatrice Stella Tanner| 1865-1940, English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,4 ], "actress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,5 ], "Roy| 1901-57, South African poet| His poetry is often satirical and includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,5 ], "The Flaming Terrapin (1924)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,6 ], "Thomas| 1777-1844, Scottish poet and critic, noted particularly for his war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell",1,1,6 ], "poems Hohenlinden and Ye Mariners of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell-Bannerman",1,1,1 ], "(1899-1908); prime minister (1905-8), who granted self-government to the Transvaal and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell-Bannerman",1,1,1 ], "Orange River Colony" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell-Bannerman",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry| 1836-1908, British statesman and leader of the Liberal Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell-Stokes recorder",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording hours of sunshine per day, consisting of a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell-Stokes recorder",1,1,1 ], "glass sphere that focuses rays of sunlight onto a light-sensitive card on which a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campbell-Stokes recorder",1,1,1 ], "line is traced" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Campeche",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Mexico, on the SW of the Yucatan peninsula: forestry and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campeche",1,1,1 ], "fishing| Capital: Campeche| Pop|: 251,556 (1970)| Area: 56,114 sq| km (21,666 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campeche",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Campeche",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Mexico, capital of Campeche state| Pop|: 81,147 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campeche",1,1,3 ], "Bay of| the SW part of the Gulf of Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campina Grande",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Brazil, in E Paraiba state| Pop|: 163,206 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campinas",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, in Sao Paulo state: centre of a rich agricultural region," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campinas",1,1,1 ], "producing esp| coffee| Pop|: 328,629 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campion",1,1,1 ], "Edmund| 1540-81, English Jesuit martyr| He joined the Jesuits in 1573 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campion",1,1,1 ], "returned to England (1580) as a missionary| He was charged with treason and hanged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campion",1,1,2 ], "Thomas| 1567-1620, English poet and musician, noted particularly for his songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campion",1,1,2 ], "for the lute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campo Formio",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE Italy, in Friuli-Venezia Giulia: scene of the signing of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campo Formio",1,1,1 ], "name: Campoformido " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Campo Formio",1,1,1 ], "treaty in 1797 that ended the war between revolutionary France and Austria| Modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campo Grande",1,1,1 ], "Paulo-Corumba railway: market town| Pop|: 130,792 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campo Grande",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Brazil, capital of Mato Grosso do Sul state on the Sao" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campobello",1,1,1 ], "Brunswick province| Area: about 52 sq| km (20 sq| miles)| Pop|: 1971 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campobello",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Bay of Fundy, off the coast of SE Canada: part of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Campos",1,1,1 ], "153,310 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Campos",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Brazil, in E Rio de Janeiro state on the Paraiba River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camus",1,1,1 ], "1913-60, French novelist, dramatist, and essayist, noted for his pessimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Camus",1,1,1 ], "portrayal of man's condition of isolation in an absurd world: author of the novels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Can Tho",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Vietnam, on the River Mekong| Pop|: 153,769 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cana",1,1,1 ], "miracle by changing water into wine (John 2:1, 11)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cana",1,1,1 ], "the town in Galilee, north of Nazareth, where Jesus performed his first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canaan",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region between the River Jordan and the Mediterranean," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canaan",1,1,1 ], "corresponding roughly to Palestine: the Promised Land of the Israelites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanite",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Semitic people who occupied the land of Canaan before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanite",1,1,1 ], "the Israelite conquest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanite",1,1,2 ], "Semitic subfamily of the Afro-Asiatic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanite",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, belonging to the Canaanitic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanite",1,1,3 ], "(in later books of the Old Testament) a merchant or trader (Job 40:30;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanite",1,1,3 ], "Proverbs 31:24)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanitic",1,1,1 ], "Afro-Asiatic family and including Canaanite, Phoenician, Ugaritic, and Hebrew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanitic",1,1,1 ], "a group of ancient languages belonging to the Semitic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canaanitic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canada balsam",1,1,1 ], "a yellow transparent resin obtained from the balsam fir| Because its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canada balsam",1,1,1 ], "and as a mounting medium for microscope specimens" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canada balsam",1,1,1 ], "refractive index is similar to that of glass, it is used as an adhesive in optical devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canada balsam",1,1,2 ], "another name for balsam fir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canada goose",1,1,1 ], "a large common greyish-brown North American goose, Branta canadensis, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canada goose",1,1,1 ], "black neck and head and a white throat patch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canada lily",1,1,1 ], "a lily, Lilium canadense, of NE North America, with small orange funnel-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canada lily",1,1,1 ], "nodding flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canada thistle",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for creeping thistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth| It consists generally of sparsely inhabited tundra regions, rich in natural" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "Currency: Canadian dollar| Capital: Ottawa| Pop|: 22,992,604 (1976)| Area: 9,976,185 sq|" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "U|S| border and the Great Lakes in the south| Languages: English and French|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "a country in North America: the second largest country in the world; first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "and vast central prairies; the bulk of the population is concentrated along the" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "km (3,851,809 sq| miles)" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "permanent settlement made by the French at Quebec; ceded to Britain in 1763 after a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "resources, in the north, the Rocky Mountains in the west, the Canadian Shield in the east," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Canada",1,1,1 ], "series of colonial wars; established as the Dominion of Canada in 1867; member of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian French",1,1,1 ], "the French language as spoken in Canada, esp| in Quebec" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian French",1,2,1 ], "denoting this language or a French-speaking Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian River",1,1,1 ], "Arkansas River in E Oklahoma| Length: 1458 km (906 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian River",1,1,1 ], "a river in the southern U|S|, rising in NE New Mexico and flowing east to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian Shield",1,1,1 ], "(in Canada) the wide area of Precambrian rock extending west from the Labrador" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian Shield",1,1,1 ], "coast to the basin of the Mackenzie and north from the Great Lakes to Hudson Bay and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian Shield",1,1,1 ], "the Arctic: rich in minerals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian football",1,1,1 ], "a game resembling American football, played on a grass pitch between two teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian football",1,1,1 ], "of 12 players" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian pondweed",1,1,1 ], "a North American aquatic plant, Elodea (or Anacharis)canadensis, naturalized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian pondweed",1,1,1 ], "aquariums" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian pondweed",1,1,1 ], "in Europe, having crowded dark green leaves: family Hydrocharitaceae|It is used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Canada or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadian",1,2,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadianism",1,1,1 ], "the Canadian national character or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadianism",1,1,2 ], "loyalty to Canada, its political independence, culture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canadianism",1,1,3 ], "Canada, its people, or their culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canadianism",1,1,3 ], "a linguistic usage, custom, or other feature peculiar to or characteristic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canad|",1,1,1 ], "Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canal Zone",1,1,1 ], "Panama Canal: bordered on each side by the Republic of Panama which, under an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canal Zone",1,1,1 ], "agreement with the U|S| (1977), expects to gain full control of the Canal Zone by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canal Zone",1,1,1 ], "an administrative region of the U|S|, on the Isthmus of Panama around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canal Zone",1,1,1 ], "year 2000| Area: 963 sq| km (372 sq| miles)| Pop|: 44,198 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Canaletto",1,1,1 ], "are marked by strong contrasts of light and shade" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canaletto",1,1,1 ], "noted particularly for his highly detailed paintings of cities, esp| Venice, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaletto",1,1,1 ], "original name Giovanni Antonio Canale| 1697-1768, Italian painter and etcher," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canandelabrum" ,1, 1, 1],"a large, branched table candle holder",1). c_DEF([ "Canara",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kanara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canarese",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kanarese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canary Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canary Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of mountainous islands in the Atlantic off the NW coast of Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canary Islands",1,1,1 ], "forming the Spanish provinces of Las Palmas and Santa Cruz de Tenerife| Pop|: 1,170,224" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaveral",1,1,1 ], "(1963-73): Cape Kennedy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canaveral",1,1,1 ], "Centre, from which the majority of U|S| space missions have been launched| Former name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canaveral",1,1,1 ], "a cape on the E coast of Florida: site of the U|S| Air Force Missile Test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canberra",1,1,1 ], "a planned capital| Pop|: 189,400 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canberra",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Australia, in Australian Capital Territory: founded in 1913 as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"Also called: the Crab",1). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 1, 1],"a small faint zodiacal constellation in the N hemisphere, lying between Leo",1). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 1, 1],"and Gemini on the ecliptic and containing the star cluster Praesepe",2). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a person born during a period when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 1, 2],"and ruled by the moon|The sun is in this sign between about June 21 and July 22",2). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 1, 2],"the fourth sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a cardinal water classification",1). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 2, 1],"born under or characteristic of Cancer",1). c_DEF([ "Cancer" ,1, 2, 2],"Also (for senses 2b|, 4): Cancerian (kns$I@$I@)",1). c_DEF([ "Candia",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Iraklion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Candiot",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Candia (Ir'aklion) or Crete; Cretan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Candiot",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Crete; a Cretan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Candlemas",1,1,1 ], "Feb| 2, the Feast of the Purification of the Virgin Mary and the presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Candlemas",1,1,1 ], "Scotland it is one of the four quarter days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Candlemas",1,1,1 ], "of Christ in the Temple: the day on which the church candles are blessed| In" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canea",1,1,1 ], "Greek name: Khania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canea",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Crete, on the NW coast| Pop|: 40,564 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canes Venatici" ,1, 2, 1],"a small faint constellation in the N hemisphere near Ursa Major that contains",1). c_DEF([ "Canes Venatici" ,1, 2, 1],"the globular cluster M3 and the spiral galaxy M51",2). c_DEF([ "Canicula",1,1,1 ], "another name for Sirius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canis Major" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation in the S hemisphere close to Orion, containing Sirius, the",1). c_DEF([ "Canis Major" ,1, 2, 1],"brightest star in the sky|Also called: the Great Dog",2). c_DEF([ "Canis Minor" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation in the N hemisphere close to Orion, containing the first",1). c_DEF([ "Canis Minor" ,1, 2, 1],"magnitude star Procyon|Also called: the Little Dog",2). c_DEF([ "Cannae",1,1,1 ], "(216 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cannae",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in SE Italy: scene of a victory by Hannibal over the Romans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cannes",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE France: developed in the 19th century from a fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cannes",1,1,1 ], "village; annual film festival| Pop|: 71,080 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canning Basin",1,1,1 ], "an arid basin in NW Western Australia, largely unexplored| Area: about 400,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canning Basin",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (150,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canning",1,1,1 ], "Charles John, 1st Earl Canning| 1812-62, British statesman; governor general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canning",1,1,1 ], "of India (1856-58) and first viceroy (1858-62)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canning",1,1,2 ], "(1822-27) and prime minister (1827)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canning",1,1,2 ], "his father, George| 1770-1827, British Tory statesman; foreign secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cannock",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in S Staffordshire: Cannock Chase (a public area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cannock",1,1,1 ], "of heathland, once a royal preserve) is just to the E| Pop|: 55,873 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cannulate" ,1, 1, 1],"to insert a cannula into",1). c_DEF([ "Cannulate" ,1, 2, 2],"shaped like a cannula",1). c_DEF([ "Canopic jar",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egypt) one of four containers with tops in the form of animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canopic jar",1,1,1 ], "heads of the gods, for holding the entrails of a mummy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canopus",1,1,1 ], "in the sky| Visual magnitude: -0|7; spectral type: F0; distance: 110 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canopus",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Carina and the second brightest star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canopus",2,1,1 ], "a port in ancient Egypt east of Alexandria where granite monuments have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canopus",2,1,1 ], "found inscribed with the name of Rameses II and written in languages similar to those" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canopus",2,1,1 ], "of the Rosetta stone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canossa",1,1,1 ], "a ruined castle in N Italy, in Emilia near Reggio nell'Emilia: scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canossa",1,1,1 ], "penance done by the Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV before Pope Gregory VII" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canova",1,1,1 ], "1757-1822, Italian neoclassical sculptor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canso",1,1,1 ], "Cape| a cape in Canada, at the NE tip of Nova Scotia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canso",1,1,2 ], "Strait of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantabrian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain chain along the N coast of Spain, consisting of a series of high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantabrian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "ridges that rise over 2400m (8000 ft|): rich in minerals (esp| coal and iron)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cantabrigian",1,1,1 ], "Cambridge, Massachusetts, or Harvard University" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cantabrigian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Cambridge or Cambridge University, or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantabrigian",1,2,1 ], "a member or graduate of Cambridge University or Harvard University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantabrigian",1,2,2 ], "an inhabitant or native of Cambridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantab| ",1,1,1 ], "Cantabrigiensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantal",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 173,578 (1975)| Area: 5779 sq| km (2254 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cantal",1,1,1 ], "a department of S central France, in the Auvergne region| Capital: Aurillac|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantal",1,1,2 ], "a hard strong cheese made in this area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury bell",1,1,1 ], "a campanulaceous biennial European plant, Campanula medium, widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury bell",1,1,1 ], "for its blue, violet, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE England, in E Kent: St| Augustine's starting point for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,1 ], "conversion of England (597 a|d|) to Christianity; cathedral where St| Thomas a Becket was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,1 ], "martyred (1170); seat of the archbishop and primate of England; seat of the University" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,1 ], "of Kent| Pop|: 33,157 (1971)| Latin name: Durovernum" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,2 ], "Bight: mountainous with coastal lowlands; agricultural| Chief town: Christchurch|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 182,825 (1971)| Area: 36,440 sq| km (14,070 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,2 ], "a provincial district of New Zealand, on E central South Island on Canterbury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,3 ], "113,334 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canterbury",1,1,3 ], "a city in SE Australia, in E New South Wales: a suburb of Sydney| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canticle of Canticles",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Song of Solomon, used in the Douay Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canton River",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Chu Chiang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canton crepe",1,1,1 ], "Chine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canton crepe",1,1,1 ], "a fine crinkled silk or rayon crepe fabric, slightly heavier than crepe de" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canton flannel",1,1,1 ], "another name for cotton flannel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canton",1,1,1 ], "(kn!t$An)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canton",1,1,2 ], "Chinese name: Kwangchow|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canton",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE China, capital of Kwangtung province, on the Pearl River: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canton",1,1,2 ], "first Chinese port open to European trade| Pop|: 3,000,000 (1965 Western est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canton",1,1,3 ], "a city in NE Ohio| Pop|: 106,897 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantonese",1,1,1 ], "Kong, and elsewhere outside China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cantonese",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese language spoken in Canton, Kwangtung and Kwangsi provinces, Hong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantonese",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Canton or Kwangtung province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantonese",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Canton, Kwangtung province, or the Chinese language spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cantonese",1,2,1 ], "there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cantuar| ",1,1,1 ], "Cantuarensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cant|",1,1,1 ], "Canterbury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cant|",1,1,2 ], "Canticles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canuck",1,1,1 ], "a Canadian, esp| a French Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Canute",1,1,1 ], "(1028)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Canute",1,1,1 ], "(1028-35)| He defeated Edmund II of England (1016), but divided the kingdom with him until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Canute",1,1,1 ], "Edmund's death| An able ruler, he invaded Scotland (1027) and drove Olaf II from Norway" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Canute",1,1,1 ], "d| 1035, Danish king of England (1016-35), Denmark (1018-35), and Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Can|",1,1,1 ], "Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Can|",1,1,2 ], "Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cap-Haitien",1,1,1 ], "(1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cap-Haitien",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Haiti: capital during the French colonial period| Pop|: 30,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capablanca",1,1,1 ], "called Capa or the Chess Machine| 1888-1942, Cuban chess player; world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capablanca",1,1,1 ], "champion 1921-27" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Breton Island",1,1,1 ], "10,280 sq| km (3970 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Breton Island",1,1,1 ], "Strait of Canso: its easternmost point is Cape Breton|Pop|: 170,007 (1971)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Breton Island",1,1,1 ], "an island off SE Canada, in NE Nova Scotia, separated from the mainland by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Cod",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Cod",1,1,1 ], "a long sandy peninsula in SE Massachusetts, between Cape Cod Bay and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Cod",1,1,2 ], "a one-storey cottage of timber construction with a simple gable roof and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Cod",1,1,2 ], "large central chimney: originated on Cape Cod in the 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Colony",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1910) of the Cape Province of South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Coloured",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) another name for a Coloured ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Dutch",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for Afrikaans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Flats",1,1,1 ], "the strip of low-lying land in South Africa joining the Cape Peninsula proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Flats",1,1,1 ], "to the African mainland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Horn",1,1,1 ], "Panama Canal it lay on the only sea route between the Atlantic and the Pacific" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Horn",1,1,1 ], "a rocky headland on an island at the extreme S tip of South America, belonging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Horn",1,1,1 ], "to Chile| It is notorious for gales and heavy seas; until the building of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) the peninsula and the part of the mainland on which Cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "Town and most of its suburbs are located" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Province",1,1,1 ], "720,000 sq| km (278,380 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1910): Cape Colony" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Province",1,1,1 ], "a province occupying the southern tip of South Africa: mainly a high plateau," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Province",1,1,1 ], "rising over 2700 m (9000 ft|)| Capital: Cape Town| Pop|: 4,224,150 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Town",1,1,1 ], "in the southwest on Table Bay: founded in 1652, the first White settlement in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Town",1,1,1 ], "southern Africa; important port| Pop|: 691,296 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Town",1,1,1 ], "the legislative capital of South Africa and capital of Cape Province, situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Verde Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands in the Atlantic, west of Cape Verde, Senegal: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Verde Islands",1,1,1 ], "overseas territory of Portugal until 1975, when the islands became independent; eventual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Verde Islands",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1557 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Verde Islands",1,1,1 ], "union with Guinea-Bissau is planned| Capital: Praia| Pop|: 272,071 (1970)| Area: 4033" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cape Wrath",1,1,1 ], "a promontory at the NW extremity of the Scottish mainland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape York",1,1,1 ], "Torres Strait at the tip of Cape York Peninsula (a peninsula between the Coral Sea and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape York",1,1,1 ], "the Gulf of Carpentaria)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cape York",1,1,1 ], "the northernmost point of the Australian mainland, in N Queensland on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape buffalo",1,1,1 ], "another name for buffalo ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape doctor",1,1,1 ], "a strong fresh SE wind blowing in the vicinity of Cape Town, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape doctor",1,1,1 ], "summer|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape jasmine",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated gardenia shrub, Gardenia jasminoides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape of Good Hope",1,1,1 ], "a cape in SW South Africa south of Cape Town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape sparrow",1,1,1 ], "Ploceidae",2 ). c_DEF([ "Cape sparrow",1,1,1 ], "a sparrow, Passer melanurus, very common in southern Africa: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cape",1,1,1 ], "the SW region of the Cape Province of South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capek" ,1, 1, 1],"1890-1938, Czech dramatist and novelist author of",1). c_DEF([ "Capek" ,1, 1, 2],"Play (1921)",2). c_DEF([ "Capek" ,1, 1, 2],"which introduced the word @6robot@9, and (with his brother Josef) The Insect",1). c_DEF([ "Capella",1,1,1 ], "spectroscopic binary| Visual magnitude: 0|1; spectral type: G8; distance: 46 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Capella",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Auriga; it is a yellow giant and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capernaum",1,1,1 ], "a ruined town in N Israel, on the NW shore of the Sea of Galilee: closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capernaum",1,1,1 ], "associated with Jesus Christ during his ministry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Capet" ,1, 1, 1],"Hugues (yg)| ??938-996 a|d|, king of France (987-96); founder of the Capetian",1). c_DEF([ "Capet" ,1, 1, 1],"dynasty",2). c_DEF([ "Capetian",1,1,1 ], "987-1328 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Capetian",1,1,1 ], "a member of the dynasty founded by Hugh Capet, which ruled France from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capetian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Capetian kings or their rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capitol",1,1,1,1 ], "another name for the Capitoline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capitol",1,1,1,2 ], "the temple on the Capitoline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capitol",1,1,2 ], "the| the main building of the U|S| Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capitol",1,1,3 ], "the building housing any state legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capitoline" ,1, 1, 1],"most important of the Seven Hills of Rome|The temple of Jupiter was on the",1). c_DEF([ "Capitoline" ,1, 1, 1],"southern summit and the ancient citadel on the northern summit|~adj",2). c_DEF([ "Capitoline" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to the Capitoline or the temple of Jupiter",1). c_DEF([ "Capone",1,1,1 ], "called Al| 1899-1947, U|S| gangster in Chicago during Prohibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caporetto",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Kobarid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cappadocia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of E Asia Minor famous for its horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capri pants",1,1,1 ], "women's tight-fitting trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capri",1,1,1 ], "7723 (1971)| Area: about 13 sq| km (5 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Capri",1,1,1 ], "an island off W Italy, in the Bay of Naples: resort since Roman times| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"Also called: the ,Goat, Capricornus| the tenth sign of the zodiac, symbol ,",1). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"having a cardinal earth classification and ruled by the planet Saturn| The sun is in",2). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"this sign between about Dec| 22 and Jan| 19",3). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a person born during the period when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 1, 2],"another name for ,Capricornus",1). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 2, 1],"Capricornean HCapricornus",2). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 2, 1],"born under or characteristic of Capricorn|Also (for senses 1b|, 4):",1). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 4, 1],"(-na$I)",1). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 4, 2],"a faint zodiacal constellation in the S hemisphere, lying between Sagittarius",1). c_DEF([ "Capricorn" ,1, 4, 2],"and Aquarius",2). c_DEF([ "Capsian",1,1,1 ], "a late Palaeolithic culture, dating from about 12,000 b|c|, found mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capsian",1,1,1 ], "around the salt lakes of Tunisia| The culture is characterized by the presence of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Capsian",1,1,1 ], "microliths, backed blades, and engraved limestone slabs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Capsian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capt|",1,1,1 ], "Captain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capua",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Italy, in NW Campania: strategically important in ancient times," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capua",1,1,1 ], "situated on the Appian Way| Pop|: 17,582 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Capuchin",1,1,1 ], "a friar belonging to a strict and autonomous branch of the Franciscan Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Capuchin",1,1,1 ], "founded in 1528" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caquet",1,1,1 ], "the Japura River from its source in Colombia to the border with Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caracalla",1,1,1 ], "Roman emperor (211-17): ruled with cruelty and extravagance; assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caracalla",1,1,1 ], "real name Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, original name Bassianus| 188-217 a|d|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caracas",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre, notably for oil companies| Pop|: 1,662,627 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caracas",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Venezuela, in the north: founded in 1567; major industrial and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caravaggio",1,1,1 ], "1573-1610, Italian painter, noted for his realistic depiction of religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caravaggio",1,1,1 ], "subjects and for his dramatic use of chiaroscuro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carbonari",1,1,1 ], "members of a secret political society with liberal republican aims," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carbonari",1,1,1 ], "originating in S Italy about 1811 and particularly engaged in the struggle for Italian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carbonari",1,1,1 ], "unification" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carboniferous",1,1,1 ], "Devonian and Permian periods, lasting for 80 million years during which coal measures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carboniferous",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the fifth period of the Palaeozoic era, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carboniferous",1,1,1 ], "were formed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carboniferous",1,2,1 ], "the| the Carboniferous period or rock system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carborundum",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various abrasive materials, esp| one consisting of silicon carbide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carborundum",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carcassonne",1,1,1 ], "44,623 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carcassonne",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW France: extensive remains of medieval fortifications| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carchemish",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in Syria on the Euphrates, lying on major trade routes; site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carchemish",1,1,1 ], "of a victory of the Babylonians over the Egyptians (605 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cardiff",1,1,1 ], "Glamorgan: an important port| Pop|: 278,221 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cardiff",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Wales, situated in the southeast: administrative centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cardigan Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of St| George's Channel, on the W coast of Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cardigan",1,1,1 ], "the larger variety of corgi, having a long tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cardiganshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of W Wales, now part of Dyfed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cardin",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, French couturier, noted esp| for his collections for men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carducci",1,1,1 ], "1835-1907, Italian poet: Nobel prize for literature 1906" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Card|",1,1,1 ], "Cardinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Careers Officer",1,1,1 ], "a person trained in giving vocational advice, esp| to school leavers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carew",1,1,1 ], "1595-1639, English Cavalier poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carey Street",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the street in which the London bankruptcy court was situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carey Street",1,1,2 ], "the state of bankruptcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carey",1,1,1 ], "1761-1834, English orientalist and pioneer Baptist missionary in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caria",1,1,1 ], "Halicarnassus and Cnidus: corresponds to the present-day Turkish districts of S Aydin and W" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caria",1,1,1 ], "Muvgla" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caria",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of SW Asia Minor, on the Aegean Sea: chief cities were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carib",1,1,1 ], "Lesser Antilles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carib",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of American Indian peoples of NE South America and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carib",1,1,2 ], "the family of languages spoken by these peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean Sea",1,1,1 ], "(1,049,500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean Sea",1,1,1 ], "Indies, Central America, and the N coast of South America| Area: 2,718,200 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean Sea",1,1,1 ], "an almost landlocked sea, part of the Atlantic Ocean, bounded by the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Caribbean Sea and its islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Carib or any of their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean",1,2,1 ], "the| short for the Caribbean Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean",1,2,2 ], "a member of any of the peoples inhabiting the islands of the Caribbean Sea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbean",1,2,2 ], "such as a West Indian or a Carib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbee bark",1,1,1 ], "of the genus Exostema, used as a substitute for cinchona bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbee bark",1,1,1 ], "the bark of any of various tropical American and West Indian rubiaceous trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribbees",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Lesser Antilles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cariboo Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Wilfrid Laurier, 3582 m (11,750 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cariboo Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SW Canada, in SE British Columbia| Highest peak: Mount Sir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caribou Eskimo",1,1,1 ], "Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caribou Eskimo",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the Eskimo peoples who inhabit the Barren Lands of N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carina",1,2,2 ], "Cross that contains Canopus, the second brightest star in the sky|It was originally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carina",1,2,2 ], "a large conspicuous constellation in the S hemisphere close to the Southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carina",1,2,2 ], "considered part of the more extensive constellation of Argo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carinthia",1,1,1 ], "9533 sq| km (3681 sq| miles)| German name: Karnten" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carinthia",1,1,1 ], "a province of S Austria: an independent duchy from 976 to 1276; mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carinthia",1,1,1 ], "mountainous, with many lakes and resorts| Capital: Klagenfurt| Pop|: 525,728 (1971)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cariocan",1,1,1 ], "a native of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carl XVI Gustaf",1,1,1 ], "born 1946, king of Sweden since 1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlisle",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England, administrative centre of Cumbria: railway and industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlisle",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 71,497 (1971)| Latin name: Luguvallum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carlist",1,1,1 ], "(in Spain) a supporter of Don Carlos or his descendants as the rightful kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlist",1,1,1 ], "of Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carlist",1,1,2 ], "(in France) a supporter of Charles X or his descendants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlos",1,1,1 ], "full name Carlos Maria Isidro de Borbon| 1788-1855, second son of Charles IV:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlos",1,1,1 ], "pretender to the Spanish throne and leader of the Carlists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carlota",1,1,1 ], "1840-1927, wife of Maximilian; empress of Mexico (1864-67)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carlota",1,1,1 ], "original name Marie Charlotte Amelie Augustine Victoire Clementine Leopoldine|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlovingian",1,2,1 ], "a variant of Carolingian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlow",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE Ireland, in Leinster: mostly flat, with barren mountains in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlow",1,1,1 ], "southeast| County town: Carlow| Pop|: 34,237 (1971)| Area: 896 sq| km (346 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carlow",1,1,2 ], "a town in SE Ireland, county town of Co| Carlow| Pop|: 10,399 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlsbad",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Karlsbad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlton",1,1,1 ], "a town in N central England, in S Nottinghamshire| Pop|: 45,211 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlyle",1,1,1 ], "(1833-34), a spiritual autobiography, The French Revolution (1837), and lectures On" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carlyle",1,1,1 ], "1795-1881, Scottish essayist and historian| His works include Sartor Resartus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carlyle",1,1,1 ], "Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1841)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carmarthen",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S Wales, in S Dyfed: Norman castle| Pop|: 13,072 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carmarthenshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of S Wales, now part of Dyfed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carmel",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean| Highest point: about 540 m (1800 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carmel",1,1,1 ], "a mountain ridge in NW Israel, extending from the Samarian Hills to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carmelite",1,1,1 ], "a member of an order of mendicant friars founded about 1154; a White Friar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carmelite",1,1,2 ], "a member of a corresponding order of nuns founded in 1452, noted for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carmelite",1,1,2 ], "austere rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carnarvon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Caernarfon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carnatic",1,1,1 ], "a region of S India, between the Eastern Ghats and the Coromandel Coast:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carnatic",1,1,1 ], "originally the country of the Kanarese; historically important as a rich and powerful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carnatic",1,1,1 ], "trading centre; now part of Madras state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carnegie",1,1,1 ], "1835-1919, U|S| steel manufacturer and philanthropist, born in Scotland:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carnegie",1,1,1 ], "endowed public libraries, education, and research trusts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carniola",1,1,1 ], "(1335-1919); divided between Yugoslavia and Italy in 1919; became part of Yugoslavia in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carniola",1,1,1 ], "1947| German name: Krain (kra$In)| Slovene name: Kranj" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carniola",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW Yugoslavia: a former duchy and crownland of Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carnot cycle",1,1,1 ], "an idealized reversible heat-engine cycle giving maximum efficiency and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carnot cycle",1,1,1 ], "and an adiabatic compression back to the initial state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carnot cycle",1,1,1 ], "consisting of an isothermal expansion, an adiabatic expansion, an isothermal compression," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carnot principle",1,1,1 ], "maximum and minimum temperatures of the working fluid during the operating cycle and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carnot principle",1,1,1 ], "not on the properties of the fluid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carnot principle",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the efficiency of a reversible heat engine depends on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carnot" ,1, 1, 1],"1796-1832, French physicist, whose work on a cycle for an ideal heat engine",1). c_DEF([ "Carnot" ,1, 1, 1],"formed the basis for the second law of thermodynamics, enunciated in 1850 author of",2). c_DEF([ "Carnot" ,1, 1, 2],"eflexions sur la puissance motrice du feu",1). c_DEF([ "Caro's acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for peroxysulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carol II",1,1,1 ], "1893-1953, king of Rumania (1930-40), who was deposed by the Iron Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carolina",1,1,1 ], "1663: divided in 1729 into North and South Carolina, which are often referred to as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carolina",1,1,1 ], "a former English colony on the E coast of North America, first established in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carolina",1,1,1 ], "the Carolinas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caroline Islands",1,1,1 ], "Islands; centre of a typhoon zone| Pop|: 70,815 (1971)| Area: (land) 1183 sq| km (457" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caroline Islands",1,1,1 ], "Ocean east of the Philippines: part of the U|S| Trust Territory of the Pacific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caroline Islands",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago of over 500 islands and islets in Micronesia, in the W Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caroline Islands",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Caroline",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or relating to Charles I or Charles II of England, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caroline",1,1,1 ], "society over which they ruled, or their government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caroline",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to any other king called Charles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carolingian",1,1,1 ], "Charles Martel, which ruled in France from 751-987 a|d| and in Germany until 911 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carolingian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Frankish dynasty founded by Pepin the Short, son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carolingian",1,2,1 ], "a member of the dynasty of the Carolingian Franks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carolinian",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Caroline or Carolingian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carolinian",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to North or South Carolina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carolinian",2,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of North or South Carolina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carpathian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Gerlachovka, 2663 m (8788 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carpathian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of central and E Europe, extending from N Czechoslovakia to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carpathian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "central Rumania: mainly forested, with rich iron ore resources| Highest peak:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carpatho-Ukraine",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ruthenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carpentaria",1,1,1 ], "Cape York Peninsula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carpentaria",1,1,1 ], "a shallow inlet of the Arafura Sea, in N Australia between Arnhem Land and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carpenter",1,1,1 ], "1876-1951, U|S| composer, who used jazz rhythms in orchestral music: his works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carpenter",1,1,1 ], "Perambulator (1915)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carpenter",1,1,1 ], "include the ballet Skyscrapers (1926) and the orchestral suite Adventures in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carpentier",1,1,1 ], "champion (1920-22)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carpentier",1,1,1 ], "known as Gorgeous Georges| 1894-1975, French boxer: world light-heavyweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carrara",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Italy, in NW Tuscany: famous for its marble| Pop|: 67,758 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carrel",1,1,1 ], "1873-1944, French surgeon and biologist, active in the U|S| (1905-39):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carrel",1,1,1 ], "developed a method of suturing blood vessels, making the transplantation of arteries and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carrel",1,1,1 ], "organs possible: Nobel prize for physiology or medicine 1912" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carroll",1,1,1 ], "Oxford mathematics don who wrote Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865) and Through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carroll",1,1,1 ], "pen name of the Reverend Charles Lutwidge Dodgson| 1832-98, English writer; an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carroll",1,1,1 ], "the Looking-Glass (1872) and the nonsense poem The Hunting of the Snark (1876)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carson City",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Nevada, capital of the state| Pop|: 15,468 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carson",1,1,1 ], "Christopher, called Kit Carson| 1809-68, U|S| frontiersman, trapper, scout," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carson",1,1,1 ], "and Indian agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carson",1,1,2 ], "Rachel 1907-64, U|S| marine biologist and science writer; author of Silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carson",1,1,2 ], "Spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carson",1,1,3 ], "(1962)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carstensz",1,1,1 ], "a former name of (Mount)Djaja" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartagena",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Colombia, on the Caribbean: centre for the Inquisition and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartagena",1,1,1 ], "slave trade in the 16th century; chief oil port of Colombia| Pop|: 292,512 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cartagena",1,1,2 ], "Roman times for its minerals| Pop|: 146,904 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cartagena",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Spain, on the Mediterranean: important since Carthaginian and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carter",1,1,1 ], "Elliot born 1908, U|S| composer| His works include the Piano Sonata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carter",1,1,2 ], "(1945-46), three string quartets, and orchestral pieces: Pulitzer Prize 1960" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carter",1,1,3 ], "Howard| 1873-1939, English Egyptologist: discovered and excavated the tomb of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carter",1,1,3 ], "the Pharaoh Tutankhamen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carter",1,1,4 ], "James Earl, known as Jimmy| born 1924, U|S| Democratic statesman; president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carter",1,1,4 ], "the U|S| since 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carteret",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl Granville| 1690-1763, British statesman, diplomat, and orator who led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carteret",1,1,1 ], "as secretary of state (1742-44)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carteret",1,1,1 ], "the opposition to Walpole (1730-42), after whose fall he became a leading minister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cartesian coordinates",1,1,1 ], "Written (x,y,z) with reference to three axes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cartesian coordinates",1,1,1 ], "a system of coordinates that defines the location of a point in space in terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartesian coordinates",1,1,1 ], "of its perpendicular distance from each of a set of mutually perpendicular axes|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cartesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the works of Descartes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartesian",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or used in Descartes' mathematical system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartesian",1,2,1 ], "a follower of the teachings and methods of Descartes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carthage",1,1,1 ], "Arabs in 697 a|d" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Carthage",1,1,1 ], "about 800 b|c| by Phoenician traders, it grew into an empire dominating N Africa and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carthage",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city state, on the N African coast near present-day Tunis| Founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Carthage",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean| Destroyed and then rebuilt by Rome, it was finally razed by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Carthusian",1,1,1 ], "Grenoble, France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carthusian",1,1,1 ], "a member of an austere monastic order founded by Saint Bruno in 1084 near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartier",1,1,1 ], "1491-1557, French navigator and explorer in Canada, who discovered the St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartier",1,1,1 ], "Lawrence River (1535)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cartier-Bresson",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, French photographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cartwright",1,1,1 ], "1743-1823, English clergyman, who invented the power loom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caruso",1,1,1 ], "1873-1921, an outstanding Italian operatic tenor one of the first to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caruso",1,1,1 ], "gramophone records" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Carver",1,1,1 ], "1864-1943, U|S| agricultural chemist and botanist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cary",1,1,1 ], "Joyce 1888-1957, English novelist; author of Mister Johnson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cary",1,1,2 ], "(1939), A House of Children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cary",1,1,3 ], "(1941), and The Horse's Mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cary",1,1,4 ], "(1944)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Casablanca",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Morocco, on the Atlantic: largest city in the country; industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Casablanca",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 1,506,373 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Casals",1,1,1 ], "1876-1973, Spanish cellist and composer, noted for his interpretation of J| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Casals",1,1,1 ], "Bach's cello suites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Casanova",1,1,1 ], "Giovanni Jacopo (d#fo!vanni !ja$:kopo)| 1725-98, Italian adventurer noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Casanova",1,1,1 ], "his Memoires, a vivid account of his sexual adventures and of contemporary society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Casanova",1,1,2 ], "any man noted for his amorous adventures; a rake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Casaubon",1,1,1 ], "1559-1614, French Protestant theologian and classical scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cascade Range",1,1,1 ], "Mount Rainier, 4392 m (14,408 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cascade Range",1,1,1 ], "a chain of mountains in the U|S|: a continuation of the Sierra Nevada range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cascade Range",1,1,1 ], "from N California through Oregon and Washington to British Columbia| Highest peak:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Casement",1,1,1 ], "British for treason in attempting to gain German support for Irish independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Casement",1,1,1 ], "Sir Roger 1864-1916, British diplomat and Irish nationalist: hanged by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caserta",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Italy, in Campania: centre of Garibaldi's campaigns for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caserta",1,1,1 ], "unification of Italy (1860); Allied headquarters in World War II| Pop|: 62,928 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cash",1,1,1 ], "(1969)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cash",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, U|S| country-and-western singer, guitarist, and songwriter| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cash",1,1,1 ], "hits include I walk the Line (1956), Folsom Prison Blues (1957), and A Boy named Sue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cashmere",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kashmir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caslon",1,1,1 ], "a style of type designed by William Caslon, English type-founder (1692-1766)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caspar",1,1,1 ], "(in Christian tradition) one of the Magi, the other two being Melchior and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caspar",1,1,1 ], "Balthazar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Casparian strip",1,1,1 ], "a band of suberized material around the radial walls of endodermal cells:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Casparian strip",1,1,1 ], "impervious to gases and liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caspian Sea",1,1,1 ], "a salt lake between SE Europe and Asia: the largest inland sea in the world;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caspian Sea",1,1,1 ], "fed mainly by the River Volga| Area: 394,299 sq| km (152,239 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cassandra",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of Priam and Hecuba, endowed with the gift of prophecy but fated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassandra",1,1,1 ], "never to be believed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cassandra",1,1,2 ], "anyone whose prophecies of doom are unheeded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassatt",1,1,1 ], "1845-1926, U|S| impressionist painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassegrainian telescope",1,1,1 ], "a large concave mirror onto a smaller convex mirror and then back through a hole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cassegrainian telescope",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical reflecting telescope in which incident light is reflected from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassegrainian telescope",1,1,1 ], "in the concave mirror to form the image" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cassel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kassel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassino",1,1,1 ], "Volscian (and later Roman) town and citadel| Pop|: 24,796 (1971)| Latin name: Casinum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cassino",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Italy, in Latium at the foot of Monte Cassino: an ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassiodorus",1,1,1 ], "490-585 a|d|, Roman statesman, writer, and monk; author of Variae, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassiodorus",1,1,1 ], "collection of official documents written for the Ostrogoths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cassiopeia" ,2, 1, 1],"a very conspicuous W-shaped constellation near the Pole star|Cassiopeia A is a",1). c_DEF([ "Cassiopeia" ,2, 1, 1],"the remains of the supernova observed in 1572",3). c_DEF([ "Cassiopeia" ,2, 1, 1],"very strong radio and x-ray source, identified as faint nebulous filaments that are",2). c_DEF([ "Cassiopeia",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Cepheus and mother of Andromeda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cassirer" ,1, 1, 1],"1874-1945, German neo-Kantian philosopher",1). c_DEF([ "Cassirer" ,1, 1, 2],"The Philosophy of Symbolic Forms",1). c_DEF([ "Cassirer" ,1, 1, 3],"analyses the symbols that underlie all manifestations, including myths and",1). c_DEF([ "Cassirer" ,1, 1, 3],"language, of human culture",2). c_DEF([ "Cassius Longinus",1,1,1 ], "defeated at Philippi by Anthony (42)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cassius Longinus",1,1,1 ], "died 42 b|c|, Roman general: led the conspiracy against Julius Caesar (44);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castalia",1,1,1 ], "a spring on Mount Parnassus: in ancient Greece sacred to Apollo and the Muses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castalia",1,1,1 ], "and believed to be a source of inspiration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castellammare di Stabia",1,1,1 ], "Roman resort of Stabiae, which was destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castellammare di Stabia",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SW Italy, in Campania on the Bay of Naples: site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castellammare di Stabia",1,1,1 ], "a|d|Pop|: 68,629 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Castellna",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Spain| Pop|: 93,968 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castiglione",1,1,1 ], "Count Baldassare | 1478-1529, Italian diplomat and writer, noted particularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castiglione",1,1,1 ], "Courtier)(1528)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Castiglione",1,1,1 ], "for his dialogue on ideal courtly life, Il Libro del Cortegiano (The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castile soap",1,1,1 ], "a hard soap made from olive oil and sodium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castile",1,1,1 ], "a former kingdom comprising most of modern Spain: originally part of Leon, it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castile",1,1,1 ], "became an independent kingdom in the 10th century and united with Aragon (1469), the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castile",1,1,1 ], "first step in the formation of the Spanish state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Castilian",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish dialect of Castile; the standard form of European Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castilian",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Castile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castilian",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of Castile, its inhabitants, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castilian",1,2,1 ], "standard form of European Spanish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castilla la Vieja",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Old Castile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castleford",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire on the River Aire| Pop|: 38,220 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castlereagh",1,1,1 ], "as foreign secretary (1812-22) led the Grand Alliance against Napoleon and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castlereagh",1,1,1 ], "attended the Congress of Vienna (1815)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Castlereagh",1,1,1 ], "title of Robert Stewart, Marquis of Londonderry| 1769-1822, British statesman:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castor and Pollux",1,1,1 ], "Hades and half with the gods in Olympus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Castor and Pollux",1,1,1 ], "Tyndareus| After Castor's death, Pollux spent half his days with his half-brother in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castor and Pollux",1,1,1 ], "the twin sons of Leda: Pollux was fathered by Zeus, Castor by the mortal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castor",1,1,1 ], "light years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Castor",1,1,1 ], "multiple star consisting of six components lying close to the star Pollux| Distance: 46" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castor",1,1,1 ], "the second brightest star, Alpha Geminorum, in the constellation Gemini: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castries",1,1,1 ], "Associated State of St| Lucia| Pop|: 45,000 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castries",1,1,1 ], "a port in the West Indies, in the Windward Islands: capital of the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castro",1,1,1 ], "1959, when he led the Communist overthrow of Batista" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castro",1,1,1 ], "full name Fidel Castro Ruz| born 1927, Cuban statesman: prime minister since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Castrop-Rauxel",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Castrop-Rauxel",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 83,900" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catalan",1,1,1 ], "a language of Catalonia, quite closely related to Spanish and Provencal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catalan",1,1,1 ], "belonging to the Romance group of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catalan",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Catalonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catalan",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of Catalonia, its inhabitants, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catalan",1,2,1 ], "their language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catalina Island",1,1,1 ], "another name for Santa Catalina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catalonia",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE Spain, with a strong separatist tradition: an important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catalonia",1,1,1 ], "agricultural and industrial region, with many resorts| Pop|: 5,122,567 (1970)| Area: 31,929" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catalonia",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (12,328 sq| miles)| Catalan name: Catalunya | Spanish name: Cataluna " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Catania",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Sicily, near Mount Etna| Pop|: 398,642 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catanzaro",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Italy, in Calabria| Pop|: 85,316 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catawba",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people, formerly of South Carolina, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catawba",1,1,1 ], "almost extinct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catawba",1,1,2 ], "their language, belonging to the Siouan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catawba",1,1,3 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catawba",1,1,3 ], "a cultivated variety of red North American grape, widely grown in the eastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catawba",1,1,4 ], "the wine made from these grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cathar",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Christian sect in Provence in the 12th and 13th centuries who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cathar",1,1,1 ], "believed the material world was evil and only the spiritual was good" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cathay",1,1,1 ], "a literary or archaic name for China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine I",1,1,1 ], "1684-1727, second wife of Peter the Great, whom she succeeded as empress of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine I",1,1,1 ], "Russia (1725-27)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine II",1,1,1 ], "Russia extended her boundaries at the expense of Turkey, Sweden, and Poland: she was a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine II",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 1729-96, empress of Russia (1762-96), during whose reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine II",1,1,1 ], "patron of literature and the arts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "1519-89, queen of Henry II of France; mother of Francis II, Charles IX, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "Henry III of France; regent of France(1560-74)| She was largely responsible for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "massacre of Protestants on Saint Bartholomew's Day (1572)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine of Aragon",1,1,1 ], "1485-1536, first wife of Henry VIII of England and mother of Mary I| Henry's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine of Aragon",1,1,1 ], "Reformation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine of Aragon",1,1,1 ], "divorce from her (1533) against papal authority marked an initial stage in the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine of Siena",1,1,1 ], "1347-80, Italian mystic and ascetic; patron saint of the Dominican order|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine of Siena",1,1,1 ], "Feast day: April 30" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine",1,1,1 ], "died 307 a|d|, legendary Christian martyr of Alexandria, who was tortured on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catherine",1,1,1 ], "spiked wheel and beheaded| Feast day: Nov| 25" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic Church",1,1,1 ], "short for Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic Church",1,1,2 ], "ancient and undivided Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic Church",1,1,2 ], "any of several Churches claiming to have maintained continuity with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic Epistles",1,1,1 ], "the epistles of James, I and II Peter, I John, and Jude, which were addressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic Epistles",1,1,1 ], "to the universal Church rather than to an individual or a particular church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,1,1 ], "before separation into the Greek or Eastern and Latin or Western Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the entire body of Christians, esp| to the Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the Latin or Western Church after this separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to any church, belief, etc|, that claims continuity with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,1,4 ], "or originates in the ancient undivided Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,2,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catholic",1,2,1 ], "a member of any of the Churches regarded as Catholic, esp| the Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholicism",1,1,1 ], "short for Roman Catholicism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholicism",1,1,2 ], "the beliefs, practices, etc|, of any Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catholicity",1,1,1 ], "the beliefs, etc|, of the Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cath|",1,1,1 ], "Cathedral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cath|",1,1,2 ], "Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catiline",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Lucius Sergius Catilina| 108-62 b|c|, Roman politician: organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catiline",1,1,1 ], "an unsuccessful conspiracy against Cicero (63-62)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cato",1,1,1 ], "Marcus Porcius , called the Elder or the Censor| 234-149 b|c|, Roman statesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cato",1,1,1 ], "and writer, noted for his relentless opposition to Carthage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cato",1,1,2 ], "Caesar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cato",1,1,2 ], "b|c|, Roman statesman, general, and Stoic philosopher; opponent of Catiline and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cato",1,1,2 ], "his great-grandson, Marcus Porcius, called the Younger or Uticensis| 95-46" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catskill Mountains",1,1,1 ], "1261 m (4204 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Catskill Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE New York State: resort| Highest peak: Slide Mountain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cattegat",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kattegat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Catullus",1,1,1 ], "84-54 b|c|, Roman lyric poet, noted particularly for his love poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cauca",1,1,1 ], "Magdalena River| Length: about 1350 km (840 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cauca",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Colombia, rising in the northwest and flowing north to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasia",1,1,1 ], "Transcaucasia in the south; one of the most complex ethnic areas in the world, with over 50" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasia",1,1,1 ], "a region of the SW Soviet Union, between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasia",1,1,1 ], "contains the Caucasus Mountains, dividing it into Ciscaucasia in the north and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasia",1,1,1 ], "different peoples" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasian",1,1,1 ], "another word for Caucasoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Caucasus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasian",1,2,1 ], "a member of the Caucasoid race; a white man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Caucasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasian",1,2,3 ], "Black Sea and the Caspian: North Caucasian, including Circassian and Abkhaz, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasian",1,2,3 ], "South Caucasian, including Georgian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasian",1,2,3 ], "either of two distinct families of languages spoken in the area between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasoid",1,1,1 ], "Indian subcontinent and their descendants in other parts of the world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasoid",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to the light-complexioned racial group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasoid",1,1,1 ], "mankind, which includes the peoples indigenous to Europe, N Africa, SW Asia, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasoid",1,2,1 ], "a member of this racial group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasus",1,1,1 ], "5633 m (18,588 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasus",1,1,1 ], "Sea and the Caspian Sea: mostly over 2700 m (9000 ft|)| Highest peak: Mount Elbrus," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasus",1,1,1 ], "the| a mountain range in the SW Soviet Union, in Caucasia between the Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caucasus",1,1,2 ], "another name for Caucasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cauchy",1,1,1 ], "Baron Cauchy| 1789-1857, French mathematician, noted for his work on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cauchy",1,1,1 ], "theory of functions and the wave theory of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Caudine Forks",1,1,1 ], "a narrow pass in the Apennines, in S Italy, between Capua and Benevento: scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caudine Forks",1,1,1 ], "of the defeat of the Romans by the Samnites (321 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cauvery",1,1,1 ], "Bay of Bengal| Length: 765 km (475 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cauvery",1,1,1 ], "a river in S India, rising in the Western Ghats and flowing southeast to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavafy",1,1,1 ], "Greek name Kavafis| 1863-1933, Greek poet of Alexandria in Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavalier poets",1,1,1 ], "I| Chief among them were Robert Herrick, Thomas Carew, Sir John Suckling, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cavalier poets",1,1,1 ], "Richard Lovelace" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cavalier poets",1,1,1 ], "a group of mid-17th century English lyric poets, mostly courtiers of Charles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavalier",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of Charles I during the English Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavan",1,1,1 ], "Cavan| Pop|: 52,618 (1971)| Area: 1890 sq| km (730 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cavan",1,1,1 ], "a county of N Ireland: hilly, with many small lakes and bogs| County town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavan",1,1,2 ], "a market town in N Ireland, county town of Co| Cavan| Pop|: 3273 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavell",1,1,1 ], "1865-1915, English nurse: executed by the Germans in World War I for helping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavell",1,1,1 ], "Allied prisoners to escape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cavendish",1,1,1 ], "1731-1810, English physicist and chemist: recognized hydrogen, determined the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavendish",1,1,1 ], "composition of water, and calculated the density of the earth by an experiment named after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cavendish",1,1,1 ], "him" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cavite",1,1,1 ], "75,739 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cavite",1,1,1 ], "a port in the N Philippines, in S Luzon on Manila Bay: U|S| naval base| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavour",1,1,1 ], "Conte Camillo Benso di (ka!millo !b$enzo di$:)| 1810-61, Italian statesman and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cavour",1,1,1 ], "premier of Piedmont-Sardinia (1852-59; 1860-61): a leader of the movement for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cavour",1,1,1 ], "unification of Italy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cav|",1,1,1 ], "cavalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cawdrey",1,1,1 ], "16th-17th-century English schoolmaster and lexicographer: compiled the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cawdrey",1,1,1 ], "English dictionary (A Table Alphabeticall) in 1604" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cawley",1,1,1 ], "born 1951, Australian tennis player: Wimbledon champion 1971 Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cawley",1,1,1 ], "champion 1974-76" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cawnpore",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Kanpur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caxton",1,1,1 ], "a book printed by William Caxton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caxton",1,1,2 ], "a style of type, imitating the Gothic, that Caxton used in his books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caxton",2,1,1 ], "1422-91, English printer and translator: published, in Bruges, the first book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Caxton",2,1,1 ], "printed in English (1475) and established the first printing press in England (1477)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cayenne",1,1,1 ], "French penal settlement from 1854 to 1938| Pop|: 24,581 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cayenne",1,1,1 ], "the capital of French Guiana, on an island at the mouth of the Cayenne River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cayes",1,1,1 ], "short for Les Cayes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cayman Islands",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 260 sq| km (100 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cayman Islands",1,1,1 ], "Jamaica until 1962, now a British colony| Capital: Georgetown| Pop|: 10,249 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cayman Islands",1,1,1 ], "three coral islands in the Caribbean Sea northwest of Jamaica: a dependency of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cayuga",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people (one of the Iroquois peoples)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cayuga",1,1,1 ], "formerly living around Cayuga Lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cayuga",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cb",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for columbium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cceres",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Spain: held by the Moors (1142-1229)| Pop|: 56,064 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ccuta",1,1,1 ], "219,772 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ccuta",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Colombia: commercial centre of a coffee-producing region| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cd",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for cadmium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdenas",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Cuba| Pop|: 55,200 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdenas",2,1,1 ], "(1895-1970), Mexican statesman and general president of Mexico (1934-40)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdiz",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Spain, on a narrow peninsula that forms the Bay of Cadiz at the E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdiz",1,1,1 ], "centre of trade with America from the 16th to 18th centuries| Pop|: 135,743 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cdiz",1,1,1 ], "end of the Gulf of Cadiz: founded about 1100 b|c| as a Phoenician trading colony;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cdn|",1,1,1 ], "Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdoba",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Argentina: university (1613)| Pop|: 798,633 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdoba",1,1,2 ], "(711-1236)| Pop|: 235,632 (1970)| English name: Cordova" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cdoba",1,1,2 ], "a city in S Spain, on the Guadalquivir River: centre of Moorish Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdoba",2,1,1 ], "died 1518, Spanish soldier and explorer, who discovered Yucatan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdre|",1,1,1 ], "Commodore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cdr|",1,1,1 ], "Commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cd|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"command (paper)",1). c_DEF([ "Ce",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for cerium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cear",1,1,1 ], "Fortaleza| Pop|: 4,361,603 (1970)| Area: 150,630 sq| km (58,746 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cear",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Brazil: sandy coastal plain, rising to a high plateau| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cear",1,1,2 ], "another name for Fortaleza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceausescu",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, Rumanian statesman chairman of the state council since 1967 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceausescu",1,1,1 ], "president of Rumania since 1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ceb",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Philippines| Pop|: 1,634,182 (1970)| Area: 5086 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceb",1,1,1 ], "km (1964 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ceb",1,1,2 ], "a port in the Philippines, on E Cebu island| Pop|: 418,517 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cecil",1,1,1 ], "Lord David| born 1902, English literary critic and biographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cecil",1,1,2 ], "William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cecil",1,1,3 ], "Robert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cecilia",1,1,1 ], "died 230 a|d|, Roman martyr; patron saint of music| Feast day: Nov| 22" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cecrops",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek tradition) the first king of Attica, represented as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cecrops",1,1,1 ], "half-human, half-dragon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cedar Rapids",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Iowa| Pop|: 109,897 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celaeno",1,1,1 ], "one of the Pleiades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celaya",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Mexico, in Guanajuato state: market town, famous for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celaya",1,1,1 ], "sweetmeats; textile-manufacturing| Pop|: 143,703 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celebes Sea",1,1,1 ], "the part of the Pacific Ocean between Celebes, Borneo, and Mindanao" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celebes",1,1,1 ], "(72,986 sq| miles)| Indonesian name: Sulawesi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Celebes",1,1,1 ], "an island in E Indonesia: mountainous and forested, with volcanoes and hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celebes",1,1,1 ], "springs| Pop|: 8,535,164 (1971)| Area: (including adjacent islands) 189,033 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celestial Empire",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or literary name for the Chinese Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celle",1,1,1 ], "1705 the residence of the Dukes of Brunswick-Luneburg| Pop|: 57,100 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celle",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE West Germany, on the Aller River in Lower Saxony: from 1378 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cellini",1,1,1 ], "1500-71, Italian sculptor, goldsmith, and engraver, noted also for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cellini",1,1,1 ], "autobiography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celluloid",1,1,1 ], "a flammable thermoplastic material consisting of cellulose nitrate mixed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celluloid",1,1,1 ], "a plasticizer, usually camphor: used in sheets, rods, and tubes for making a wide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celluloid",1,1,1 ], "range of articles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Celluloid",1,1,1,1 ], "a cellulose derivative used for coating film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celluloid",1,1,1,2 ], "film are prepared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celluloid",1,1,1,2 ], "one of the transparent sheets on which the constituent drawings of an animated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celluloid",1,1,1,3 ], "cinema film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celsius scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale of temperature in which 0 degrees represents the melting point of ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celsius scale",1,1,1 ], "and 100 degrees represents the boiling point of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celsius",1,1,1 ], "denoting a measurement on the Celsius scale| Symbol: C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celt",1,1,1 ], "a person who speaks a Celtic language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celt",1,1,2 ], "Gaul, Spain, and other parts of W and central Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celt",1,1,2 ], "a member of an Indo-European people who in pre-Roman times inhabited Britain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celtiberian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Celtic people (Celtiberi) who inhabited the Iberian peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celtiberian",1,1,1 ], "during classical times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celtiberian",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family, recorded in a number of inscriptions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celtiberian",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, belonging to the Celtic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celtic cross",1,1,1 ], "a Latin cross with a broad ring surrounding the point of intersection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celtic",1,1,1 ], "Celtic is divided into the Brythonic (southern) and Goidelic (northern) groups" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Celtic",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Indo-European family of languages that includes Gaelic, Welsh," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celtic",1,1,1 ], "and Breton, still spoken in parts of Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and Brittany| Modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Celtic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Celts or the Celtic languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Celt|",1,1,1 ], "Celtic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cenis",1,1,1 ], "Italian name: Monte Cenisio " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cenis",1,1,1 ], "Susa (Italy): nearby tunnel, opened in 1871| Highest point: 2049 m (6831 ft|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cenis",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the Graian Alps in SE France, between Lanslebourg (France) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cenozoic" ,1, 1, 1],"70,000,000 years ago: characterized by the development and increase of the mammals",2). c_DEF([ "Cenozoic" ,1, 1, 1],"of, denoting, or relating to the most recent geological era, which began",1). c_DEF([ "Cenozoic" ,1, 2, 1],"the| the Cenozoic era",1). c_DEF([ "Centaurus" ,1, 2, 1],"Centauri, and the globular cluster Omega Centauri|Also called: The Centaur",3). c_DEF([ "Centaurus" ,1, 2, 1],"Southern Cross, that contains two first magnitude stars, Alpha Centauri and Beta",2). c_DEF([ "Centaurus" ,1, 2, 1],"a conspicuous extensive constellation in the S hemisphere, close to the",1). c_DEF([ "Centenary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to a period of 100 years",1). c_DEF([ "Centenary" ,1, 1, 2],"occurring once every 100 years",1). c_DEF([ "Centenary" ,1, 2, 1],"naries",1). c_DEF([ "Centenary" ,1, 2, 2],"a 100th anniversary or its celebration",1). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,1 ], "1,637,000 (1971 est|)| Area: 622,577 sq| km (240,376 sq| miles)| Former names: (until" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,1 ], "1958)Ubangi-Shari" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,1 ], "French Equatorial Africa in 1910; became an independent republic in 1960; became a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,1 ], "a landlocked country of central Africa: joined with Chad as a territory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,1 ], "and Sangho| Religion: chiefly animist| Currency: franc| Capital: Bangui| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,1 ], "forests in the south; drained chiefly by the Shari and Ubangi Rivers| Languages: French" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,1 ], "parliamentary monarchy in 1976; consists of a huge plateau, mostly savanna, with dense" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Empire",1,1,2 ], "(1960-76)Central African Republic| French name: Republique Centrafricaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Federation",1,1,1 ], "Nyasaland Federation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central African Federation",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland or the Rhodesia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central America",1,1,1 ], "Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, and the Canal Zone| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Central America",1,1,1 ], "about 518,000 sq| km (200,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Central America",1,1,1 ], "an isthmus joining the continents of North and South America, extending from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central America",1,1,1 ], "the S border of Mexico to the NW border of Colombia and consisting of Belize," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central Committee",1,1,1 ], "(in Communist parties) the body responsible for party policy between meetings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central Committee",1,1,1 ], "of the party congress: in practice, it is in charge of day-to-day operations of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central Committee",1,1,1 ], "the party bureaucracy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Central European Time",1,1,1 ], "Greenwich Mean Time, corresponding to British Summer Time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central European Time",1,1,1 ], "the standard time adopted by Western European countries one hour ahead of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central India Agency",1,1,1 ], "a former group of 89 states in India, under the supervision of a British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central India Agency",1,1,1 ], "political agent until 1947: most important were Indore, Bhopal, and Rewa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central Powers",1,1,1,1 ], "(before World War I) Germany, Italy, and Austria-Hungary after they were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central Powers",1,1,1,1 ], "linked by the Triple Alliance in 1882|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central Powers",1,1,1,2 ], "(during World War I) Germany and Austria-Hungary, together with their allies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central Powers",1,1,1,2 ], "Turkey and Bulgaria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central Provinces and Berar",1,1,1 ], "1950" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central Provinces and Berar",1,1,1 ], "a former province of central India: reorganized and renamed Madhya Pradesh in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central Region",1,1,1 ], "270,056 (1976 est|)| Area: 2590 sq| km (1000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Central Region",1,1,1 ], "Clackmannan, most of Stirling, and parts of Perth, West Lothian, Fife, and Kinross| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Central Region",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in central Scotland, formed in 1975 from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "one of the standard times used in North America, based on the local time of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Central Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "the 90 degrees meridian, six hours behind Greenwich Mean Time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Centralia",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for Centre ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Centre",1,1,1 ], "Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Centre",1,1,1 ], "the sparsely inhabited central region of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Centre",1,1,2 ], "Loire, Loir, and Cher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Centre",1,1,2 ], "a region of central France: generally low-lying; drained chiefly by the Rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cephalonia",1,1,1 ], "Modern Greek name: Kephallinia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cephalonia",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in the Ionian Sea, the largest of the Ionian Islands, off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cephalonia",1,1,1 ], "the W coast of Greece| Pop|: 36,742 (1971)| Area: 935 sq| km (365 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cepheid variable",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of variable stars with regular cycles of variations in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cepheid variable",1,1,1 ], "luminosity (ranging from a few hours up to several years)| There is a relationship between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cepheid variable",1,1,1 ], "the distance of such stars" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cepheid variable",1,1,1 ], "the periods of variation and the absolute magnitudes, which is used for measuring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cepheus" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the N hemisphere near Cassiopeia and the Pole Star",1). c_DEF([ "Cepheus",2,1,1 ], "a king of Ethiopia, father of Andromeda and husband of Cassiopeia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceram",1,1,1 ], "Ceram Sea: mountainous and densely forested| Area: 17,150 sq| km (6622 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ceram",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, in the Moluccas, separated from New Guinea by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cerberus",1,1,1 ], "Hades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cerberus",1,1,1 ], "a dog, usually represented as having three heads, that guarded the entrance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cercopithecoid" ,1, 1, 1],"World monkeys)",2). c_DEF([ "Cercopithecoid" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the primate superfamily Cercopithecoidea (Old",1). c_DEF([ "Cercopithecoid" ,1, 2, 1],"an Old World monkey",1). c_DEF([ "Ceres",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of agriculture| Greek counterpart: Demeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceres",2,1,1 ], "kilometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ceres",2,1,1 ], "the largest asteroid and the first to be discovered| It has a diameter of 670" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cern",1,1,1 ], "the Rumanian name for Chernovtsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cerro Gordo",1,1,1 ], "a mountain pass in E Mexico, between Veracruz and Jalapa: site of a battle in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cerro Gordo",1,1,1 ], "defeated the Mexicans" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cerro Gordo",1,1,1 ], "the Mexican War (1847) in which American forces under General Scott decisively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cerro de Pasco",1,1,1 ], "4400 m (14,436 ft|) above sea level; mining centre| Pop|: 47,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cerro de Pasco",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Peru, in the Andes: one of the highest towns in the world," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cert| Ed|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Certificate in Education",1). c_DEF([ "Cervantes",1,1,1 ], "full surname Cervantes Saavedra| 1547-1616, Spanish dramatist, poet, and prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cervantes",1,1,1 ], "greatly influenced the development of the novel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cervantes",1,1,1 ], "writer, most famous for Don Quixote (1605), which satirizes the chivalric romances and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cervin",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Matterhorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cesarean",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Caesarean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cesena",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Emilia-Romagna| Pop|: 86,584 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cetatea Alb",1,1,1 ], "the Rumanian name for Byelgorod-Dnestrovski" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cetinje",1,1,1 ], "11,800 (1971 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cetinje",1,1,1 ], "1945); palace and fortified monastery, residences of Montenegrin prince-bishops| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cetinje",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Yugoslavia, in SW Montenegro: former capital of Montenegro (until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceuta",1,1,1 ], "an enclave in Morocco on the Strait of Gibraltar, consisting of a port and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceuta",1,1,1 ], "military station: held by Spain since 1580| Pop|: 73,182 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ceylon moss",1,1,1 ], "a red East Indian seaweed, Gracilaria lichenoides, from which agar is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceylon",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1972) of Sri Lanka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceylon",1,1,2 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, off the SE coast of India: consists politically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ceylon",1,1,2 ], "of the republic of Sri Lanka| Area: 64,644 sq| km (24,959 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ceyx" ,1, 1, 1],"a king of Trachis in Thessaly and the husband of Alcyone| He died in a",1). c_DEF([ "Ceyx" ,1, 1, 1],"shipwreck and his wife drowned herself in grief",2). c_DEF([ "Cf",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for californium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ch",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ch",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW South Korea: centre of large rice-growing region| Pop|: 262,816" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ch'ing-yan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tsingyuan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,1 ], "French name: Tchad" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,1 ], "Mountains, with Lake Chad in the west; produces chiefly cotton and livestock| Official" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,1 ], "Ndjamena| Pop|: 3,800,000 (1971 UN est|)| Area: 1,284,000 sq| km (495,750 sq| miles)|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,1 ], "a republic in N central Africa: made a territory of French Equatorial Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,1 ], "in 1910; became independent in 1960; contains much desert and the Tibesti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,1 ], "language: French| Religion: chiefly Muslim, also animist| Currency: franc| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in N central Africa: fed chiefly by the Shari River, it has no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,2 ], "apparent outlet| Area: 10,000 to 26,000 sq| km (4000 to 10,000 sq| miles), varying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chad",1,1,2 ], "seasonally" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chadderton",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 32,406 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chadic",1,1,1 ], "a subfamily of the Afro-Asiatic family of languages, spoken in an area west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chadic",1,1,1 ], "and south of Lake Chad, the chief member of which is Hausa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chadic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chadwick",1,1,1 ], "Sir James| 1891-1974, English physicist: discovered the neutron (1932): Nobel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chadwick",1,1,1 ], "prize for physics 1935" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaeronea",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek town in W Boeotia: site of the victory of Philip of Macedon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaeronea",1,1,1 ], "over the Athenians and Thebans (338 b|c|) and of Sulla over Mithridates (86 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chagall",1,1,1 ], "(1964)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Chagall",1,1,1 ], "born 1887, French painter and illustrator, born in Russia, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chagall",1,1,1 ], "in Jerusalem (1961) and the decorations for the ceiling of the Paris Opera House" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chagall",1,1,1 ], "often suspended in space: his work includes 12 stained glass windows for a synagogue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chagall",1,1,1 ], "richly coloured pictures of men, animals, and objects in fantastic combinations and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chagas' disease",1,1,1 ], "Trypanosoma cruzi, characterized by fever and, often, inflammation of the heart muscles|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chagas' disease",1,1,1 ], "a form of trypanosomiasis found in South America, caused by the protozoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chagres",1,1,1 ], "a river in Panama and the Canal Zone, flowing southwest through Gatun Lake," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chagres",1,1,1 ], "then northwest to the Caribbean Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chain",1,1,1 ], "(1945)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chain",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, English biochemist, born in Germany: purified and adapted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chain",1,1,1 ], "penicillin for clinical use; with Fleming and Florey shared the Nobel prize for medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chairman" ,1, 1, 1],"sp| among supporters of women's lib|) chairperson",2). c_DEF([ "Chairman" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who presides over a company's board of directors, a committee, a",1). c_DEF([ "Chairman" ,1, 1, 2],"debate, an administrative department, etc",2). c_DEF([ "Chairman" ,1, 1, 3],"someone who wheels or carries people in a chair",1). c_DEF([ "Chalcidice",1,1,1 ], "Greek name: Khalkidhiki" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chalcidice",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of N central Greece, in Macedonia, ending in the three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chalcidice",1,1,1 ], "promontories of Kassandra, Sithonia, and Akti| Area: 2945 sq| km (1149 sq| miles)| Modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chalcis",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Modern Greek name: Khalkis|Medieval English name: Negropont" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chalcis",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Greece, at the narrowest point of the Euripus strait: important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chalcis",1,1,1 ], "since the 7th century b|c|, founding many colonies in ancient times| Pop|: 36,300" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldea",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of Babylonia; the land lying between the Euphrates delta," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldea",1,1,1 ], "the Persian Gulf, and the Arabian desert" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldea",1,1,2 ], "another name for Babylonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldean",1,1,1 ], "8th to the late 7th century b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldean",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Semitic people who controlled S Babylonia from the late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldean",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Babylonian spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldean",1,1,3 ], "an astrologer or soothsayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldean",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the ancient Chaldeans or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaldee" ,1, 1, 1],"a nontechnical term for ,Biblical Aramaic, once believed to be the language of",1). c_DEF([ "Chaldee" ,1, 1, 1],"the ancient Chaldeans",2). c_DEF([ "Chaldee" ,1, 1, 2],"the actual language of the ancient Chaldeans",1). c_DEF([ "Chaldee" ,1, 1, 3],"an inhabitant of ancient Chaldea; a Chaldean|Also (for senses 1, 2): Chaldaic",1). c_DEF([ "Chaliapin",1,1,1 ], "1873-1938, Russian operatic bass singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chalon-sur-Sa",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Shortened form: Chalon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chalon-sur-Sa",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in E central France, on the Saone River| Pop|: 60,451" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cham",1,1,1 ], "Vietnam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cham",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of Indonesian stock living in Cambodia and central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cham",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chamaeleon" ,1, 1, 1],"a faint constellation lying between Volans and the South celestial pole",1). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,1 ], "Neville| 1869-1940, British statesman; Conservative prime minister (1937-40):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,1 ], "pursued a policy of appeasement towards Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,2 ], "Empire" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,2 ], "a leading advocate of preferential trading agreements with members of the British" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,2 ], "his father, Joseph| 1836-1914, British statesman; originally a Liberal, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,2 ], "resigned in 1886 over Home Rule for Ireland and became leader of the Liberal Unionists;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,3 ], "(1925)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,3 ], "his son, Sir Joseph Austen| 1863-1937, British Conservative statesman; foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chamberlain",1,1,3 ], "secretary (1924-29); awarded a Nobel peace prize for his negotiation of the Locarno Pact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chambertin",1,1,1 ], "a dry red burgundy wine produced in Gevrey-Chambertin in E France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chambord",1,1,1 ], "a village in N central France: site of a famous Renaissance chateau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chambry",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE France, in the Alps: skiing centre; former capital of the duchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chambry",1,1,1 ], "of Savoy| Pop|: 56,788 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chamonix",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE France, in the Alps at the foot of Mont Blanc: skiing and tourist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chamonix",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 8403 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Champagne-Ardenne",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE France: a countship and commercial centre in medieval times; it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Champagne-Ardenne",1,1,1 ], "consists of a great plain, with sheep and dairy farms and many vineyards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Champigny-sur-Marne",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of Paris, on the River Marne| Pop|: 80,482 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Champlain",1,1,1 ], "Adirondack Mountains: linked by the Champlain Canal to the Hudson River and by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Champlain",1,1,1 ], "Richelieu River to the St| Lawrence; a major communications route in colonial times" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Champlain",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the northeastern U|S|, between the Green Mountains and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Champlain",2,1,1 ], "(1633-35)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Champlain",2,1,1 ], "1567-1635, French explorer founder of Quebec (1608) and governor of New France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Champollion",1,1,1 ], "1790-1832, French Egyptologist, who deciphered the hieroglyphics on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Champollion",1,1,1 ], "Rosetta stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Champs lys",1,1,1 ], "Elysees Palace and government offices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Champs lys",1,1,1 ], "a major boulevard in Paris, leading from the Arc de Triomphe: site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster",1,1,1 ], "Duchess of Lancaster, but in practice chiefly employed on parliamentary work determined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster",1,1,1 ], "a minister of the crown, nominally appointed as representative of the Queen as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster",1,1,1 ], "by the prime minister" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chancellor of the Exchequer",1,1,1 ], "the cabinet minister responsible for finance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chanc|",1,1,1 ], "chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chanc|",1,1,2 ], "chancery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chandernagore",1,1,1 ], "a port in E India, in S West Bengal on the Hooghly River: a former French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chandernagore",1,1,1 ], "settlement (1686-1950)| Pop|: 67,105 (1961)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chandigarh",1,1,1 ], "Haryana: modern city planned in the 1950s by Le Corbusier| Pop|: 218,743 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chandigarh",1,1,1 ], "a city and Union Territory of N India, joint capital of the Punjab and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chandler",1,1,1 ], "1888-1959, U|S| thriller writer: created Philip Marlowe, one of the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chandler",1,1,1 ], "detective heroes in fiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chandragupta",1,1,1 ], "Greek name Sandracottos| died 297 b|c|, ruler of N India, who founded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chandragupta",1,1,1 ], "Maurya dynasty (325) and defeated Seleucus (??305)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chanel",1,1,1 ], "and the perfume Chanel No| 5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chanel",1,1,1 ], "known as Coco| 1883-1970, French couturier, who created the little black dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chang",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Yangtze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Changan",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Sian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Changchiakow",1,1,1 ], "Former names: Wanchuan, Kalgan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Changchiakow",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in NW Hopei province: a military centre, controlling the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Changchiakow",1,1,1 ], "route to Mongolia, under the Ming and Manchu dynasties| Pop|: 480,000 (1958 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Changchow",1,1,1 ], "(1958 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Changchow",1,1,1 ], "Wutsin until 1949, when the 7th-century name was officially readopted| Pop|: 300,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Changchow",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in S Kiangsu province, on the Grand Canal: also known as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Changchow",1,1,2 ], "the former name of Lungki" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Changchun",1,1,1 ], "Japanese state of Manchukuo (1932-45)| Pop|: 1,800,000 (1965 Western est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Changchun",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, capital of Kirin province: as Hsinking, capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Changsha",1,1,1 ], "825,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Changsha",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE China, capital of Hunan province, on the Hsiang River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Changteh",1,1,1 ], "River: severely damaged by the Japanese in World War II| Pop|: 94,800 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Changteh",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE central China, in N Hunan province, near the mouth of the Yuan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Channel Country",1,1,1 ], "an area of E central Australia, in SW Queensland: crossed by intermittent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Channel Country",1,1,1 ], "rivers and subject to both flooding and long periods of drought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Channel Islands",1,1,1 ], "Britain| Pop|: 128,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 194 sq| km (75 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Channel Islands",1,1,1 ], "Chausey,(which, belong, to France): the only part of the duchy of Normandy remaining to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Channel Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the English Channel, off the NW coast of France," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Channel Islands",1,1,1 ], "and Lihou (British crown dependencies), and the Roches, Douvres, and, the,Iles," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Channel Islands",1,1,1 ], "consisting of Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Brechou, Great Sark, Little Sark, Herm, Jethou," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Channel",1,1,1 ], "short for English Channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chantilly lace",1,1,1 ], "a delicate ornamental lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chantilly",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France, near the Forest of Chantilly: formerly famous for lace and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chantilly",1,1,1 ], "porcelain| Pop|: 10,684 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chantilly",1,2,1 ], "(of cream) lightly sweetened and whipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chanukah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Hanukkah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chao Phraya",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Thailand, rising in the N highlands and flowing south to the Gulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chao Phraya",1,1,1 ], "of Siam| Length: (including the headstreams Nan and Ping) 1200 km (750 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaoan",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 101,300 (1953 est|)| Former name: Chaochow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaoan",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE China, in E Kwantung province, on the Han River: river port|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaochow",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Chaoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaplin",1,1,1 ], "(1925), Modern Times (1936), and The Great Dictator (1940)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chaplin",1,1,1 ], "Sir Charles Spencer, known as Charlie Chaplin| 1889-1977, English comedian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaplin",1,1,1 ], "film actor and director| He is renowned for his portrayal of a downtrodden little" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaplin",1,1,1 ], "man with baggy trousers, bowler hat, and cane| His films include The Gold Rush" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chapman",1,1,1 ], "1559-1634, English dramatist and poet, noted for his translation of Homer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charcot",1,1,1 ], "1825-93, French neurologist, noted for his attempt using hypnotism to find an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charcot",1,1,1 ], "organic cause for hysteria, which influenced Freud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chardin",1,1,1 ], "1699-1779, French still-life and genre painter, noted for his subtle use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chardin",1,1,1 ], "scumbled colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charente",1,1,1 ], "Angouleme| Pop|: 345,445 (1975)| Area: 5972 sq| km (2329 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charente",1,1,1 ], "a department of W central France, in Poitou-Charentes region| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charente",1,1,2 ], "a river in W France, flowing west to the Bay of Biscay| Length: 362 km (225" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charente",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charente-Maritime",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 513,478 (1975)| Area: 7232 sq| km (2820 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charente-Maritime",1,1,1 ], "a department of W France, in Poitou-Charentes region| Capital: La Rochelle|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chari",1,1,1 ], "a river in N central Africa, rising in the N Central African Empire and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chari",1,1,1 ], "flowing north to Lake Chad| Length: about 2250 km (1400 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chari-Nile",1,1,1 ], "Nilo-Saharan family, spoken in parts of the Sudan, Zaire, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chari-Nile",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages of E Africa, now generally regarded as a branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chari-Nile",1,1,1 ], "adjacent countries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chari-Nile",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charing Cross",1,1,1 ], "Eleanor" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Charing Cross",1,1,1 ], "a district of London, in the city of Westminster: the modern cross (1863) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charing Cross",1,1,1 ], "front of Charing Cross railway station replaces the one erected by Edward I (1290)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charing Cross",1,1,1 ], "the last of twelve marking the route of the funeral procession of his queen," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charity Commissioners",1,1,1 ], "(in Britian) members of a commission constituted to keep a register of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charity Commissioners",1,1,1 ], "charities and control charitable trusts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charlemagne",1,1,1 ], "(791-799)| He instituted many judicial and ecclesiastical reforms, and promoted commerce" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charlemagne",1,1,1 ], "742-814 a|d|, king of the Franks (768-814) and, as Charles I, Holy Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charlemagne",1,1,1 ], "Emperor (800-814)| He conquered the Lombards (774), the Saxons (772-804), and the Avars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charlemagne",1,1,1 ], "Under Alcuin his court at Aachen became the centre of a revival of learning" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Charlemagne",1,1,1 ], "and agriculture throughout his empire, which extended from the Ebro to the Elbe|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Charleroi",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 23,296 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charleroi",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Belgium, in Hainaut province: centre of an industrial region|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,1 ], "title as Holy Roman Emperor of Charlemagne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,2 ], "title as king of France of Charles II (Holy Roman Emperor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,3 ], "title as king of Spain of Charles V (Holy Roman Emperor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,4 ], "(1625-49); son of James I| He ruled for 11 years (1629-40) without parliament, advised by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,4 ], "(1647) and executed" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,4 ], "Long Parliament led to the Civil War and after his defeat at Naseby (1645) he sought" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,4 ], "his minister Strafford, until rebellion broke out in Scotland| Conflict with the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,4 ], "refuge with the Scots (1646)| He was handed over to the English army under Cromwell" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,4 ], "title of Charles Stuart| 1600-49, king of England, Scotland, and Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,5 ], "1887-1922, emperor of Austria, and, as Charles IV, king of Hungary (1916-18)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,5 ], "The last ruler of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy, he was forced to abdicate at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles I",1,1,5 ], "end of World War I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles II",1,1,1 ], "called the Bald| 823-877 a|d|, Holy Roman Emperor (875-877) and, as Charles I," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles II",1,1,1 ], "king of France (843-877)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles II",1,1,2 ], "1630-85, king of England, Scotland, and Ireland (1660-85) following the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles II",1,1,2 ], "Navy, but his Roman Catholic sympathies caused widespread distrust" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles II",1,1,2 ], "Restoration (1660); son of Charles I| He did much to promote commerce, science, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles IV",1,1,1 ], "title as king of Hungary of Charles I ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles IX",1,1,1 ], "1550-74, king of France (1560-74), son of Catherine de' Medici and Henry II:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles IX",1,1,1 ], "his reign was marked by war between Huguenots and Catholics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles Martel",1,1,1 ], "(715-41), who checked the Moslem invasion of Europe by defeating the Moors at Poitiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles Martel",1,1,1 ], "(732)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles Martel",1,1,1 ], "grandfather of Charlemagne| 688-741 a|d|, Frankish ruler of Austrasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles V",1,1,1 ], "(1506-55), and, as Charles I, king of Spain (1516-56): his reign saw the empire threatened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles V",1,1,1 ], "1500-58, Holy Roman Emperor (1519-56), king of Burgundy and the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles V",1,1,1 ], "by Francis I of France, the Turks, and the spread of Protestantism; abdicated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles VI",1,1,1 ], "Troyes (1420) to recognize Henry as his successor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles VI",1,1,1 ], "called the Mad or the Well-Beloved| 1368-1422, king of France (1380-1422):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles VI",1,1,1 ], "defeated by Henry V of England at Agincourt (1415), he was forced by the Treaty of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles VII",1,1,1 ], "1403-61, king of France (1422-61), son of Charles VI| He was excluded from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles VII",1,1,1 ], "English at Orleans (1429), was crowned" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles VII",1,1,1 ], "French throne by the Treaty of Troyes, but following Joan of Arc's victory over the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles X",1,1,1 ], "1757-1836, king of France (1824-30): his attempt to restore absolutism led to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles X",1,1,1 ], "his enforced exile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles XIV",1,1,1 ], "the title as king of Sweden and Norway of (Jean Baptiste Jules)Bernadotte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles the Great",1,1,1 ], "another name for Charlemagne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles",1,1,1 ], "Prince of Wales| born 1948, son of Elizabeth II; heir apparent to the throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles",1,1,1 ], "of Great Britain and Northern Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles",1,1,2 ], "Ray| born 1930, U|S| rock singer, pianist, and songwriter, whose style draws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles",1,1,2 ], "on both blues and gospel music| His hit singles include What'd I say (1959)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles' law",1,1,1 ], "directly proportional to its absolute temperature| At constant volume the pressure of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charles' law",1,1,1 ], "gas also is directly proportional to its absolute temperature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Charles' law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that if a gas is held at constant pressure its volume is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charles's Wain",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charleston",1,1,1 ], "a city in central West Virginia: the state capital| Pop|: 71,505 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charleston",1,1,2 ], "Civil War| Pop|: 66,945 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charleston",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE South Carolina, on the Atlantic: scene of the first action in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charleville-Mzi",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charleville-Mzi",1,1,1 ], "twin towns on opposite sides of the River Meuse in NE France| Pop|: 63,347" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charlotte Amalie",1,1,1 ], "Island| Pop|: 12,220 (1970)| Former name (1921-37): Saint Thomas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charlotte Amalie",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Virgin Islands of the United States, a port on St| Thomas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charlotte",1,1,1 ], "a city in S North Carolina: the largest city in the state| Pop|: 284,738 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charlotte",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charlottenburg",1,1,1 ], "a district of West Berlin, formerly an independent city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charlottetown",1,1,1 ], "19,133 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Charlottetown",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Canada, capital of the province of Prince Edward Island| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charlton",1,1,1 ], "born 1937, English footballer, played for England over 100 times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charmeuse",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight fabric with a satin-like finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charminar",1,1,1 ], "a 16th-century monument with four minarets at Hyderabad, India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charollais",1,1,1 ], "a breed of large white beef cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charon",1,1,1 ], "the ferryman who brought the dead across the rivers Styx or Acheron to Hades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charpentier" ,1, 1, 1],"1860-1956, French composer, whose best-known work is the opera",1). c_DEF([ "Charterhouse",1,1,1 ], "a Carthusian monastery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chartism",1,1,1 ], "MPs" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chartism",1,1,1 ], "annual parliaments, voting by ballot, and the abolition of property qualifications for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chartism",1,1,1 ], "included manhood suffrage, payment of Members of Parliament, equal electoral districts," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chartism",1,1,1 ], "the principles of the reform movement in England from 1838 to 1848, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chartres",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW France: Gothic cathedral; market town| Pop|: 41,251 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charybdis",1,1,1 ], "a ship-devouring monster in classical mythology, identified with a whirlpool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Charybdis",1,1,1 ], "off the north coast of Sicily, lying opposite Scylla on the Italian coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chasidim",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Hasidim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham Island",1,1,1 ], "another name for San Cristobal ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham Islands",1,1,1 ], "New Zealand: consists of the main islands of Chatham, Pitt, and several rocky" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the S Pacific Ocean, forming a county of South Island," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham Islands",1,1,1 ], "islets| Chief settlement: Waitangi| Pop|: 716 (1971)| Area: 963 sq| km (372 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 56,921 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in N Kent on the River Medway: royal naval dockyard|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Canada, in SE Ontario on the Thames River| Pop|: 32,098 (1966)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chatham",2,1,1 ], "title of the elder (William)Pitt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chattanooga",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Tennessee, on the Tennessee River: scene of several battles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chattanooga",1,1,1 ], "during the Civil War| Pop|: 137,957 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chatterton",1,1,1 ], "1752-70, English poet; author of spurious medieval verse and prose: he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chatterton",1,1,1 ], "committed suicide at the age of 17" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucer",1,1,1 ], "1340-1400, English poet, noted for his narrative skill, humour, and insight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucer",1,1,1 ], "and Criseyde and The Parlement of Foules" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucer",1,1,1 ], "continental tradition of rhyming verse into English poetry| His other works include Troilus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucer",1,1,1 ], "particularly in his most famous work, The Canterbury Tales| He also introduced the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucerian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the writings of Chaucer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucerian",1,2,1 ], "an imitator of Chaucer, esp| one of a group of 15th-century Scottish writers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucerian",1,2,1 ], "who took him as a model" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucerian",1,2,1,1 ], "an admirer of Chaucer's works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chaucerian",1,2,1,2 ], "a specialist in the study or teaching of Chaucer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheb",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Czechoslovakia, in W Bohemia on the Ohvre River: 12th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheb",1,1,1 ], "after World War I| Pop|: 26,098 (1968 est|)| German name: Eger" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cheb",1,1,1 ], "castle where Wallenstein was murdered (1634); a centre of the Sudeten-German movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheboksary",1,1,1 ], "ASSR| Pop|: 264,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheboksary",1,1,1 ], "a port in the central Soviet Union on the River Volga: capital of the Chuvash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chechen",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of the Soviet Union, speaking a Circassian language and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chechen",1,1,1 ], "chiefly inhabiting the Checheno-Ingush ASSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Checheno-Ingush Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,064,471 (1970)| Area: 19,300 sq| km (7350 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Checheno-Ingush Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, in the RSFSR on the N slopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Checheno-Ingush Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "of the Caucasus Mountains: major oil and natural gas resources| Capital: Grozny|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheddar",1,1,1 ], "any of several types of smooth hard yellow or whitish cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheddar",1,1,2 ], "a village in SW England, in N Somerset: situated near Cheddar Gorge, a pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheddar",1,1,2 ], "through the Mendip Hills renowned for its stalactitic caverns and rare limestone flora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chefoo",1,1,1 ], "another name for Yentai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheiron",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Chiron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheju",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in the N East China Sea, southwest of Korea: constitutes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheju",1,1,1 ], "province of South Korea| Capital: Cheju| Pop|: 336,694 (1966)| Area: 1792 sq| km (692" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheju",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cheka",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet Union in Dec| 1922 as the G|P|U" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheka",1,1,1 ], "the secret police set up in 1917 by the Bolshevik government: reorganized in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chekhov" ,1, 1, 1],"1860-1904, Russian dramatist and short-story writer| His plays include",1). c_DEF([ "Chekhov" ,1, 1, 2],"Uncle Vanya (1900), The Three Sisters (1901), and The Cherry Orchard (1904)|",1). c_DEF([ "Chekiang",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 31,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 102,000 sq| km (39,780 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chekiang",1,1,1 ], "a province of E China: mountainous and densely populated| Capital: Hangchow|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chellean",1,2,1 ], "(no longer in technical usage) another word for Abbevillian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chelmsford",1,1,1 ], "58,125 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chelmsford",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE England, administrative centre of Essex: market town| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chelsea bun",1,1,1 ], "a rolled yeast currant bun decorated with sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chelsea",1,1,1 ], "Chelsea: site of the Chelsea Royal Hospital for old and invalid soldiers (Chelsea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chelsea",1,1,1 ], "Pensioners)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chelsea",1,1,1 ], "a residential district of SW London, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheltenham",1,1,1 ], "a town in W England, in central Gloucestershire: famous for its schools," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheltenham",1,1,1 ], "racecourse, and saline springs (discovered in 1716)| Pop|: 69,734 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheltenham",1,1,2 ], "a style of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chelyabinsk",1,1,1 ], "969,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chelyabinsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W central Soviet Union, in the southern RSFSR| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chelyuskin",1,1,1 ], "Peninsula: the northernmost point of Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chelyuskin",1,1,1 ], "a cape in the NW Soviet Union, in N Siberia at the end of the Taimyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chemnitz",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1953) of Karl-Marx-Stadt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chemulpo",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Inchon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chenab",1,1,1 ], "Pakistan| Length: 1087 km (675 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chenab",1,1,1 ], "a river rising in the Himalayas and flowing southwest to the Sutlej River in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chengchow",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central China, capital of Honan province| Pop|: 1,050,000 (1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chengchow",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chengteh",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in Hopeh on the Luan River: summer residence of the Manchu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chengteh",1,1,1 ], "emperors| Pop|: 92,900 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chengtu",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central China, capital of Szechwan province| Pop|: 1,250,000 (1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chengtu",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheops",1,1,1 ], "original name Khufu| Egyptian king of the fourth dynasty (??2613-??2494 b|c|)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheops",1,1,1 ], "who built the largest pyramid at Giza" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chequers",1,1,1 ], "an estate and country house in S England, in central Buckinghamshire: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chequers",1,1,1 ], "official country residence of the Prime Minister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cher",1,1,1 ], "322,924 (1975)| Area: 7304 sq| km (2849 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cher",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France, in E Centre region| Capital: Bourges| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cher",1,1,2 ], "a river in central France, rising in the Massif Central and flowing northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cher",1,1,2 ], "to the Loire| Length: 354 km (220 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cherbourg",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW France, on the English Channel| Pop|: 34,637 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheremiss",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Ugrian people of the Volga region, esp| of the Mari ASSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheremiss",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Finno-Ugric family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheremkhovo",1,1,1 ], "Trans-Siberian railway| Pop|: 104,000 (1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheremkhovo",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the S Soviet Union, in the southeastern RSFSR on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherenkov radiation",1,1,1 ], "medium at a greater velocity than the velocity of light in that medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cherenkov radiation",1,1,1 ], "the electromagnetic radiation produced when a charged particle moves through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherenkov",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, Soviet physicist: noted for work on the effects produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherenkov",1,1,1 ], "high-energy particles: shared Nobel Prize for physics 1958" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheribon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tjirebon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chernovtsy",1,1,1 ], "1947| Pop|: 203,000 (1975 est|)| German name: Czernowitz|Rumanian name: Cernuauti" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chernovtsy",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the W Ukrainian SSR on the Prut River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chernovtsy",1,1,1 ], "formerly under Polish, Austro-Hungarian, and Rumanian rule; ceded to the Soviet Union in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cherokee rose",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen climbing Chinese rose, Rosa laevigata, that now grows wild in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherokee rose",1,1,1 ], "southern U|S|, having large white fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cherokee",1,1,1 ], "Appalachian Mountains, now chiefly in Oklahoma; one of the Iroquois peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cherokee",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living in and around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherokee",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chertsey",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in N Surrey on the River Thames| Pop|: 44,886 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherubini",1,1,1 ], "Luigi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherubini",1,1,2 ], "(lu!i$:d#fi)| 1760-1842, Italian composer, noted particularly for his church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cherubini",1,1,2 ], "music and his operas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chesapeake Bay",1,1,1 ], "Maryland and Virginia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chesapeake Bay",1,1,1 ], "the largest inlet of the Atlantic in the coast of the U|S|: bordered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheshire cheese",1,1,1 ], "a mild-flavoured cheese with a crumbly texture, originally made in Cheshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheshire",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1262 sq| km (917 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cheshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of NW England: low-lying and undulating, bordering on the Pennines in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheshire",1,1,1 ], "the east; mainly agricultural| County town: Chester| Pop|: 916,400 (1976 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheshunt",1,1,1 ], "44,947 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheshunt",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in SE Hertfordshire: a dormitory town of London| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheshvan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Heshvan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chester",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Latin name: Deva" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chester",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England, administrative centre of Cheshire, on the River Dee:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chester",1,1,1 ], "intact surrounding walls; 16th- and 17th-century double tier shops| Pop|: 62,696" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chesterfield",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in N central England, in Derbyshire: famous 14th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chesterfield",1,1,1 ], "church with twisted spire| Pop|: 70,153 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chesterfield",2,1,1 ], "(1774)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chesterfield",2,1,1 ], "Philip Dormer Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield| 1694-1773, English statesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chesterfield",2,1,1 ], "and writer, noted for his elegance, suavity, and wit; author of Letters to His Son" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chesterfieldian",1,1,1 ], "of or like Lord Chesterfield; suave; elegant; polished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chesterton" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Chesterton" ,1, 1, 2],"1874-1936, English essayist, novelist, poet, and critic",1). c_DEF([ "Ches|",1,1,1 ], "Cheshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chetnik",1,1,1 ], "a Serbian nationalist belonging to a group that fought against the Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chetnik",1,1,1 ], "before World War I and engaged in guerrilla warfare during both World Wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chevalier",1,1,1 ], "1888-1972, French singer and film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheviot Hills",1,1,1 ], "Northumberland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheviot Hills",1,1,1 ], "a range of hills on the border between England and Scotland, mainly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheviot",1,1,1 ], "a large British breed of sheep reared for its wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheviot",1,1,2 ], "a rough twill-weave woollen suiting fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chewa",1,1,1 ], "Bemba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chewa",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negro people of Malawi, E Zambia, and N Rhodesia, related to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chewa",1,1,2 ], "their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheyenne",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of the western Plains, now living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheyenne",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in Montana and Oklahoma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cheyenne",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheyenne",2,1,1 ], "a city in SE Wyoming, capital of the state| Pop|: 40,914 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cheyne-Stokes breathing",1,1,1 ], "alternating, as shallow and deep breathing in comatose patients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Chios" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Chios" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Ch'ing",1,1,1 ], "She was a leading member of the Gang of Four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Ch'ing",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, Chinese Communist actress and politician; widow of Mao Tse-tung|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Ching-kuo",1,1,1 ], "born 1910, Chinese statesman; the son of Chiang Kai-shek| He was prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Ching-kuo",1,1,1 ], "minister of Taiwan (1971-78); president since 1978" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Kai-shek",1,1,1 ], "China (1928-31; 1943-49) and of the Republic of China (Taiwan)(1950-75)| As chairman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Kai-shek",1,1,1 ], "but in the Civil War that followed was forced to withdraw to Taiwan after his" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Kai-shek",1,1,1 ], "defeat by the Communists (1949)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Kai-shek",1,1,1 ], "of the Kuomintang, he allied with the Communists against the Japanese (1937-45)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chiang Kai-shek",1,1,1 ], "original name Chiang Chung-cheng, 1897-1975, Chinese general: president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chianti",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in central Italy, in Tuscany, rising over 870 m (2900 ft|):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chianti",1,1,1 ], "part of the Apennines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiapas",1,1,1 ], "73,887 sq| km (28,816 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chiapas",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Mexico: mountainous and forested; Maya ruins in the northeast;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiapas",1,1,1 ], "rich mineral resources| Capital: Tuxtla Gutierrez| Pop|: 1,569,053 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiba",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiba",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central Japan, in SE Honshu on Tokyo Bay| Pop|: 613,787" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chibchan",1,1,1 ], "a family of Indian languages found in Colombia and elsewhere in South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chibchan",1,2,1 ], "belonging or relating to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chicago",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Illinois, on Lake Michigan: the second largest city in the U|S|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chicago",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chicago",1,1,1 ], "the largest railway and air traffic centre in the world| Pop|: 3,172,929 (1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chichagof Island",1,1,1 ], "an island of Alaska, in the Alexander Archipelago| Area: 5439 sq| km (2100 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chichagof Island",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chichen Itz",1,1,1 ], "a village in Yucatan state in Mexico: site of important Mayan ruins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chichester",1,1,1 ], "11th-century cathedral| Pop|: 20,547 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chichester",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, administrative centre of West Sussex: Roman ruins;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chichester",2,1,1 ], "Gipsy Moth IV (1966-67)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chichester",2,1,1 ], "Sir Francis| 1901-72, English yachtsman, who sailed alone round the world in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chichewa",1,1,1 ], "franca in Malawi| It belongs to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chichewa",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Chewa people of central Africa, widely used as a lingua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chichihaerh",1,1,1 ], "(1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chichihaerh",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in Heilungkiang province on the Nonni River| Pop|: 760,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chickasaw",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of N Mississippi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chickasaw",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Muskhogean family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiclayo",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Peru| Pop|: 187,809 (1972)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chief Education Officer",1,1,1 ], "the official name for director ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chief Rabbi",1,1,1 ], "the chief religious minister of a national Jewish community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chief of Staff",1,1,1 ], "organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chief of Staff",1,1,1 ], "the senior staff officer under the commander of a major military formation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chief of Staff",1,1,2 ], "the senior officer of each service of the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chifley",1,1,1 ], "1866-1951, Australian statesman; prime minister of Australia (1945-49)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chigwell",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in W Essex| Pop|: 53,620 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chihli",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Po Hai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chihuahua",1,1,1 ], "(153,194 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chihuahua",1,1,1 ], "a state of N Mexico: mostly high plateau; important mineral resources, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chihuahua",1,1,1 ], "many silver mines| Capital: Chihuahua| Pop|: 1,612,525 (1970)| Area: 247,087 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chihuahua",1,1,2 ], "a city in N Mexico, capital of Chihuahua state| Pop|: 346,003 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chihuahua",1,1,3 ], "a breed of tiny dog originally from Mexico, having short hair and protruding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chihuahua",1,1,3 ], "eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chile pine",1,1,1 ], "another name for the monkey puzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chile saltpetre",1,1,1 ], "a naturally occurring form of sodium nitrate: a soluble white or colourless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chile saltpetre",1,1,1 ], "mineral occurring in arid regions, esp| in Chile and Peru" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "Atacama Desert in the north, a central fertile region, and a huge S region of almost" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Santiago| Pop|: 10,076,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 756,945 sq| km (292,256 sq|" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "a republic in South America, on the Pacific, with a total length of about 4090" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "attempted the implementation of Marxist policies within a democratic system until" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "independence from Spain in 1818; the government of President Allende (elected 1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "km (2650 miles) and an average width of only 177 km (110 miles): gained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "ore, nitrates, etc| Language: Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: peso|" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "overthrown by a military coup (1973)| Chile consists chiefly of the Andes in the east, the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Chile",1,1,1 ], "uninhabitable mountains, glaciers, fjords, and islands; an important producer of copper, iron" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Chilkoot Pass",1,1,1 ], "a mountain pass in North America between SE Alaska and NW British Columbia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chilkoot Pass",1,1,1 ], "over the Coast Range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chill",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Chile| Pop|: 102,210 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chillon",1,1,1 ], "a castle in W Switzerland, in Vaud at the E end of Lake Geneva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chilpancingo",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 56,904 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chilpancingo",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Mexico, capital of Guerrero state, in the Sierra Madre del Sur|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiltern Hills",1,1,1 ], "a range of low chalk hills in SE England extending northwards from the Thames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiltern Hills",1,1,1 ], "valley| Highest point: 255 m (852 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiltern Hundreds",1,1,1 ], "applies for in order to resign his seat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiltern Hundreds",1,1,1 ], "short for Stewardship of the Chiltern Hundreds;a nominal office that an MP" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chilung",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Taiwan: fishing and industrial centre| Pop|: 317,780 (1969 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chimborazo",1,1,1 ], "Ecuador| Height: 6267 m (20,681 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chimborazo",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcano in central Ecuador, in the Andes: the highest peak in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chimbote",1,1,1 ], "a port in N central Peru: contains Peru's first steelworks (1958), using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chimbote",1,1,1 ], "hydroelectric power from the Santa River| Pop|: 159,045 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chimkent",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Kazakh SSR| Pop|: 288,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chin Hills",1,1,1 ], "Mount Victoria, 3053 m (10,075 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chin Hills",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of W Burma: part of the Arakan Yoma system| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chin-Chou",1,1,1 ], "(1913-47): Chin-hsien" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chin-Chou",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in SW Liaoning province| Pop|: 352,200 (1953)| Former name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chin-Hsien",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1913-47) of Chin-Chou" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China Sea",1,1,1 ], "East China Sea in the north and the South China Sea in the south" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "China Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the Pacific Ocean off the coast of China: divided by Taiwan into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China aster",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese plant, Callistephus chinensis, widely cultivated for its aster-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China aster",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "China rose",1,1,1 ], "a rosaceous shrub, Rosa chinensis (or R| indica), with red, pink, or white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China rose",1,1,1 ], "fragrant flowers: the ancestor of many cultivated roses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "China rose",1,1,2 ], "a related dwarf plant, Rosa semperflorens, having crimson flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China rose",1,1,3 ], "another name for hibiscus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for chinaberry ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,1 ], "(beginning over 2000 years b|c|); republic established in 1911 after the overthrow of", 2). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,1 ], "Currency: yuan| Capital: Peking| Pop|: 824,961,000 (1974 UN est|)| Area: 9,560,990 sq| km (3,691,502 sq| miles)", 6). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,1 ], "People's Republic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,1 ], "Red China| a republic in E Asia: the third largest and the most populous country in the world; the oldest continuing civilization " ,1). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,1 ], "and intensively cultivated E plains| Language: Chinese in various dialects, the chief of which is Mandarin|", 5). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,1 ], "steppes, great mountain ranges (Himalayas, Kunlun, Tien Shan, and Nan Shan), a central rugged plateau,", 4). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,1 ], "the Manchu dynasty by Sun Yat-sen; People's Republic formed in 1949; contains vast deserts", 3). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,2 ], "(1970 UN est|)| Area: 35,981 sq| km (13,892 sq| miles)| Former name: Formosa", 4). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,2 ], "Republic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,2 ], "after its expulsion by the Communists from the mainland; under U|S| protection since 1954| Language: Mandarin Chinese| Religion:", 2). c_DEF([ "China",1,1,2 ], "predominantly Buddhist and Taoist| Currency: New Taiwan dollar| Capital: Taipei| Pop|: 14,035,000", 3). c_DEF([ "Chinagraph",1,1,1,1 ], "a coloured pencil used for writing on china, glass, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinagraph",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinaman",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinaman",1,1,2 ], "a ball bowled by a left-handed bowler to a right-handed batsman that spins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinaman",1,1,2 ], "from off to leg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tsinan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinatown",1,1,1 ], "a quarter of any city or town outside China with a predominantly Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinatown",1,1,1 ], "population" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chindit",1,1,1 ], "(1943-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chindit",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Allied forces fighting against the Japanese in Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chindwin",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Burma, rising in the Kumon Range and flowing northwest then south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chindwin",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chindwin",1,1,1 ], "to the Irrawaddy, of which it is the main tributary| Length: about 966 km (600" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinee",1,1,1 ], "a Chinaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Chippendale",1,1,1,1 ], "a branch of Chippendale style in which Chinese styles and motifs are used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Chippendale",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Empire",1,1,1 ], "1911-12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Empire",1,1,1 ], "China as ruled by the emperors until the establishment of the republic in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Revolution",1,1,1 ], "in China (1911-1912)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Revolution",1,1,1 ], "the overthrow of the last Manchu emperor and the establishment of a republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Revolution",1,1,2 ], "Communist Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Revolution",1,1,2 ], "the transformation of China (esp| in the 1940s and 1950s) under the Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Turkestan",1,1,1 ], "the E part of the central Asian region of Turkestan: corresponds generally to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese Turkestan",1,1,1 ], "the present-day Sinkiang-Uighur Autonomous Region of China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese block",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of a hollow wooden block played with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese block",1,1,1 ], "drumstick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese cabbage",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese plant, Brassica pekinensis, that is related to the cabbage and has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese cabbage",1,1,1 ], "crisp edible leaves growing in a loose cylindrical head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese cabbage",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant, Brassica chinensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese chequers",1,1,1 ], "a board game played with marbles or pegs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese copy",1,1,1 ], "an exact copy of an original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese eddo",1,1,1 ], "another name for taro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese lantern",1,1,1 ], "a collapsible lantern made of thin coloured paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese lantern",1,1,2 ], "an Asian solanaceous plant, Physalis franchetii, cultivated for its attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese lantern",1,1,2 ], "orange-red inflated calyx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese puzzle",1,1,1 ], "an intricate puzzle, esp| one consisting of boxes within boxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese puzzle",1,1,2 ], "a complicated problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese red",1,1,1,1 ], "a bright red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese red",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese sacred lily",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese amaryllidaceous plant, Narcissus tazetta orientalis, widely grown as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese sacred lily",1,1,1 ], "a house plant for its fragrant yellow and white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese wall",1,1,1 ], "an insurmountable obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese water torture",1,1,1 ], "a form of torture in which water is made to drip onto a victim's forehead to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese water torture",1,1,1 ], "drive him insane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese wax",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish wax secreted by an oriental scale insect, Ceroplastes ceriferus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese wax",1,1,1 ], "and used commercially" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese white",1,1,1 ], "white zinc oxide, formerly used in paints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese windlass",1,1,1 ], "another name for differential windlass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese wood oil",1,1,1 ], "another name for tung oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of China, its people, or their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of China or a descendant of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese",1,2,2 ], "adopted by the Chinese government in 1966" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese",1,2,2 ], "any of the languages of China belonging to the Sino-Tibetan family, sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese",1,2,2 ], "phonetic but ideographic| A phonetic system using the Roman alphabet was officially" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chinese",1,2,2 ], "regarded as dialects of one language| They share a single writing system that is not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ching",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating the Manchu dynasty (1644-1912) of China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinghai",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Tsinghai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chingtao",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Tsingtao" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chink",1,2,1 ], "a derogatory term for Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinkiang",1,1,1 ], "Grand Canal| Pop|: 201,400 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinkiang",1,1,1 ], "a port in E China, in S Kiangsu at the confluence of the Yangtze River and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chino-",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinook Jargon",1,1,1 ], "English, and French: formerly used among fur traders and Indians on the NW coast of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chinook Jargon",1,1,1 ], "North America" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chinook Jargon",1,1,1 ], "a pidgin language containing elements of North American Indian languages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinook salmon",1,1,1 ], "a Pacific salmon, Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, valued as a food fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinook",1,1,1 ], "a North American Indian people of the Pacific coast near the Columbia River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinook",1,1,2 ], "the Chinookan language of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chinookan",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages of the northwestern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chin|",1,1,1 ], "China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chin|",1,1,2 ], "Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chios",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Chios| Pop|: 53,948 (1971)| Area: 904 sq| km (353 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chios",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Aegean Sea, off the coast of Turkey: belongs to Greece|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chios",1,1,2 ], "a port on the island of Chios: in ancient times, one of the 12 Ionian city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chios",1,1,2 ], "states| Pop|: 24,084 (1971)| Modern Greek name: Khios" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chippewa",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ojibwa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chirac",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, French Gaullist politician: prime minister of France (1974-76)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chirac",1,1,1 ], "mayor of Paris since 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chirau",1,1,1 ], "Chief Jeremiah| born 1926, Rhodesian politician; leader of the Zimbabwe United" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chirau",1,1,1 ], "People's Organization| He was one of the negotiators of the internal settlement (1978)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chirau",1,1,1 ], "to pave the way for black majority rule in Rhodesia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chirico",1,1,1 ], "1888-1978, Italian artist born in Greece: profoundly influenced the surrealist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chirico",1,1,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiron",1,1,1 ], "Achilles, Actaeon, and Jason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chiron",1,1,1 ], "a wise and kind centaur who taught many great heroes in their youth, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiron",1,1,2 ], "a minor planet, discovered by Charles Kowal in 1977, revolving round the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chiron",1,1,2 ], "between the orbits of Saturn and Uranus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chishima",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese name for the Kuril Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chisimaio",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Somalia, on the Indian Ocean| Pop|: 30,000 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chisin",1,1,1 ], "the Rumanian name for Kishinev" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chita",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SE central Soviet Union, on the Trans-Siberian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chita",1,1,1 ], "railway| Pop|: 242,000 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chittagong",1,1,1 ], "(1974)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chittagong",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Bangladesh, on the Bay of Bengal: industrial centre| Pop|: 889,760" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chkalov",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1938-58) of Orenburg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chlodwig",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Clovis I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chlons-sur-Marne",1,1,1 ], "Romans (451 a|d|)| Pop|: 55,709 (1975)| Shortened form: Chalons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chlons-sur-Marne",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE France, on the River Marne: scene of Attila's defeat by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chloromycetin",1,1,1 ], "a brand of chloramphenicol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chnier",1,1,1 ], "1762-94, French poet his work was influenced by the ancient Greek elegiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chnier",1,1,1 ], "poets|He was guillotined during the French Revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Choctaw",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of Alabama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Choctaw",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Muskhogean family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chogyal",1,1,1 ], "the title of the ruler of Sikkim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Choiseul",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SW Pacific Ocean, in the Solomon Islands: hilly and densely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Choiseul",1,1,1 ], "forested| Area: 3885 sq| km (1500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cholon",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Vietnam: a suburb of Ho Chi Minh City" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cholula",1,1,1 ], "(177 ft|) high| Pop|: 12,820 (1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cholula",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Mexico, in Puebla state: ancient ruins, notably a pyramid, 53 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chomsky",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, U|S| linguist and political critic| His theory of language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chomsky",1,1,1 ], "structure, based on generative grammar, supersedes the behaviourist view of Bloomfield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chopin",1,1,1 ], "1810-49, Polish composer and pianist active in France, who wrote chiefly for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chopin",1,1,1 ], "qualities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chopin",1,1,1 ], "the piano: noted for his harmonic imagination and his lyrical and melancholy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chor Chungjin",1,1,1 ], "a port in W North Korea, on the Sea of Japan| Pop|: 200,000 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chorley",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in S Lancashire: cotton textiles| Pop|: 31,609 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chorz",1,1,1 ], "1921| Pop|: 154,500 (1974 est|)| German name: Konigshutte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chorz",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW Poland: under German administration from 1794 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chosen",1,1,1 ], "the official name for Korea as a Japanese province (1910-45)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chosn",1,1,1 ], "the Korean name for Korea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chota Nagpur",1,1,1 ], "(half India's total output), and mica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chota Nagpur",1,1,1 ], "a plateau in E India, in Bihar state: forested, with rich mineral resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chota Nagpur",1,1,1 ], "and much heavy industry; produces chiefly lac (world's leading supplier), coal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chou En-lai",1,1,1 ], "1898-1976, Chinese Communist statesman; foreign minister of the People's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chou En-lai",1,1,1 ], "Republic of China (1949-58) and premier (1949-76)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chou",1,1,1 ], "the imperial dynasty of China from about 1126 to 255 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chrissie",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christ",1,1,1 ], "Jesus of Nazareth (Jesus Christ), regarded by Christians as fulfilling Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christ",1,1,1 ], "Testament prophecies of the Messiah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christ",1,1,2 ], "the Messiah or anointed one of God as the subject of Old Testament prophecies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christ",1,1,3 ], "an image or picture of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christ",1,2,1 ], "an oath expressing annoyance, surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christ's-thorn",1,1,1 ], "Christ's Crown of Thorns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Christ's-thorn",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of SW Asia, such as Paliurus spina-christi and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christ's-thorn",1,1,1 ], "jujube, that have thorny stems and are popularly believed to have been used for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christadelphian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Christian millenarian sect founded in the U|S| about 1848," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christadelphian",1,1,1 ], "annihilated, and that the ignorant, the unconverted, and infants will not be raised from the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Christadelphian",1,1,1 ], "dead" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Christadelphian",1,1,1 ], "holding that only the just will enter eternal life, that the wicked will be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christadelphian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this body or its beliefs and practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christchurch",1,1,1 ], "centre of a rich agricultural region| Pop|: 170,600 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christchurch",1,1,1 ], "the second largest city in New Zealand, on E South Island: manufacturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christchurch",1,1,2 ], "a town and resort in S England, in SW Hampshire| Pop|: 31,373 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christendom",1,1,1 ], "the collective body of Christians throughout the world or throughout history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christendom",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christhood",1,1,1 ], "the state of being the Christ, the anointed one of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Action",1,1,1 ], "an inter-Church movement formed in 1946 to promote Christian ideals in society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Action",1,1,1 ], "at large" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Brothers",1,1,1 ], "a religious congregation of laymen founded in France in 1684 for the education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Brothers",1,1,1 ], "of the poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Era",1,1,1 ], "labelled a|d|, those previous to it b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Era",1,1,1 ], "the period beginning with the year of Christ's birth| Dates in this era are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Science",1,1,1 ], "founded by Mary Baker Eddy (1866) and emphasizes spiritual healing and the unreality of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Science",1,1,1 ], "matter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Christian Science",1,1,1 ], "the religious system and teaching of the Church of Christ, Scientist| It was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian X",1,1,1 ], "1890-1947, king of Denmark (1912-47) and Iceland (1918-44)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian name",1,1,1 ], "a personal or given name| It is formally given to Christians at christening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who believes in and follows Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian",1,1,1,2 ], "a member of a Christian Church or denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian",1,1,2 ], "a person who possesses Christian virtues, esp| practical ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian",1,2,1 ], "followers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from Jesus Christ, his teachings, example, or his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian",1,2,2 ], "exhibiting kindness or goodness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christian",2,1,1 ], "1919-1942, U|S| modern-jazz guitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christiania",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1624-1877) of Oslo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christiania",1,1,1,1 ], "Christy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christiania",1,1,2 ], "a turn in which the body is swung sharply round with the skis parallel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christiania",1,1,2 ], "originating in Norway and used for stopping, slowing down, or changing direction quickly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christiania",1,1,2,2 ], "Skateboarding| a manoeuvre in which the rider crouches down, puts one leg out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christiania",1,1,2,2 ], "at right angles, and puts his arms out on either side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christianity",1,1,1 ], "the Christian religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christianity",1,1,2 ], "Christian beliefs, practices or attitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christianity",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for Christendom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christianize",1,1,1 ], "to make Christian or convert to Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christianize",1,2,1 ], "to imbue with Christian principles, spirit, or outlook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christianize",1,3,1 ], "to become Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christiansand",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kristiansand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christie",1,1,1 ], "Agatha 1891-1976, English author of detective stories, many featuring Hercule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christie",1,1,1 ], "Poirot: also several plays, including The Mousetrap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christie",1,1,2 ], "(1952)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christie",1,1,3 ], "John Reginald Halliday| 1898-1953, English murderer| His trial influenced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christie",1,1,3 ], "Timothy Evans had been hanged" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Christie",1,1,3 ], "legislation regarding the death penalty after he was found guilty of a murder for which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christina",1,1,1 ], "1626-89, queen of Sweden (1632-54), daughter of Gustavus Adolphus, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christina",1,1,1 ], "particularly for her patronage of literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christlike",1,1,1 ], "resembling or showing the spirit of Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas Eve",1,1,1 ], "the evening or the whole day before Christmas Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Pacific, in the Line Islands: the largest atoll in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas Island",1,1,1 ], "the world| Pop|: 367 (1968)| Area: 359 sq| km (139 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas Island",1,1,2 ], "(1900-58), now by Australia; phosphate-mining| Pop|: 2691 (1971)| Area: 135 sq| km (52 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas Island",1,1,2 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, south of Java: administered by Singapore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas Island",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas beetle",1,1,1 ], "Anoplognathus, which are common in summer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various greenish-gold Australian scarab beetles of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas box",1,1,1 ], "a tip or present given at Christmas, esp| to postmen, tradesmen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas cactus",1,1,1 ], "a Brazilian cactus, Zygocactus truncatus, widely cultivated as an ornamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas cactus",1,1,1 ], "for its showy red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas card",1,1,1 ], "a greeting card sent at Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas pudding",1,1,1 ], "a rich steamed pudding containing suet, dried fruit, spices, brandy, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas pudding",1,1,1 ], "served at Christmas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas rose",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen ranunculaceous plant, Helleborus niger, of S Europe and W Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas rose",1,1,1 ], "with white or pinkish winter-blooming flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas stocking",1,1,1 ], "a stocking hung up by children on Christmas Eve for Santa Claus to fill with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas stocking",1,1,1 ], "presents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas tree",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen tree or an imitation of one, decorated as part of Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas tree",1,1,1 ], "celebrations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas tree",1,1,2 ], "any of various trees or shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas tree",1,1,2 ], "flowering at Christmas and used for decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,1,1 ], "25" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,1,1 ], "the annual commemoration by Christians of the birth of Jesus Christ on Dec|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,1,2 ], "Christmas Day| Dec| 25, observed as a day of secular celebrations when gifts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,1,2 ], "and greetings are exchanged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,2 ], "(in England, Wales and Ireland) Dec| 25, one of the four quarter days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,3 ], "on Jan| 6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmas",1,1,3 ], "the period of celebrations extending from Dec| 24 to the feast of the Epiphany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christmastide",1,1,1 ], "festival of the Epiphany or Twelfth Night)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christmastide",1,1,1 ], "the season of Christmas, extending from Dec| 24 (Christmas Eve) to Jan| 6 (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating or relating to Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christoff",1,1,1 ], "born 1919, Bulgarian bass-baritone, noted esp| for his performance in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christoff",1,1,1 ], "title role of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christology",1,1,1 ], "Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of theology concerned with the person, attributes, and deeds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christophe",1,1,1 ], "1767-1820, Haitian revolutionary leader king of Haiti (1811-20)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christopher",1,1,1 ], "3rd century a|d|, Christian martyr; patron saint of travellers| Feast day:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Christopher",1,1,1 ], "July 25" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Christy",1,1,1 ], "short for Christiania ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chronicles",1,1,1 ], "either of two historical books (I and II Chronicles) of the Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chron|",1,1,1 ], "Chronicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chrtien de Troyes",1,1,1 ], "12th-century French poet, who wrote the five Arthurian romances Erec, Cliges," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chrtien de Troyes",1,1,1 ], "Lancelot, le chevalier de la charette, Yvain, le chevalier au lion, and Perceval, le" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chrtien de Troyes",1,1,1 ], "conte del Graal (??1155-??1190), the first courtly romances" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chrysostom",1,1,1 ], "(398-404)| Feast day: Jan| 27" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chrysostom",1,1,1 ], "Saint John| 345-407 a|d|, Greek patriarch; archbishop of Constantinople" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chr|",1,1,1 ], "Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chr|",1,1,2 ], "Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chteau-Thierry",1,1,1 ], "a town in N central France, on the River Marne| Pop|: 13,856 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chteauroux",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chteauroux",1,1,1 ], "a city in central France: tenth-century castle (Chateau-Raoul)|Pop|: 55,629" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chu Chiang",1,1,1 ], "South China Sea| Length: about 177 km (110 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chu Chiang",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE China, in S Kwantung, flowing southeast from Kwangchow to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chu Kiang",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Chu Chiang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chu Teh",1,1,1 ], "1886-1976, Chinese military leader and politician; he became commander in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chu Teh",1,1,1 ], "National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China (1959-76)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chu Teh",1,1,1 ], "chief of the Red Army (1931) and was chairman of the Standing Committee of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chubb",1,1,1 ], "a type of patent lock containing a device that sets the bolt immovably if the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chubb",1,1,1 ], "lock is picked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chudskoye Ozero",1,1,1 ], "the Russian name for Lake Peipus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chukchi Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in the extreme NE Soviet Union, in NE Siberia: mainly tundra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chukchi Sea",1,1,1 ], "America| Russian name: Chukotskoye More (t#su!k@$tsk@i !m@$rji)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chukchi Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the Arctic Ocean, north of the Bering Strait between Asia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chungking",1,1,1 ], "(1938-45); major trade centre for W China| Pop|: 2,400,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chungking",1,1,1 ], "Chialing rivers: site of a city since the 3rd millennium b|c|; wartime capital of China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chungking",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW China, in Szechwan province at the confluence of the Yangtze and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chunnel",1,1,1 ], "France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chunnel",1,1,1 ], "a proposed tunnel to be built under the English Channel, linking England and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chur",1,1,1 ], "Ancient name: Curia Rhaetorum|French name: Coire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chur",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Switzerland, capital of Grisons canton| Pop|: 31,193 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church Army",1,1,1 ], "a voluntary Anglican organization founded in 1882 to assist the parish clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church Commissioners",1,1,1 ], "a group of representatives of Church and State that administers the endowments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church Commissioners",1,1,1 ], "and property of the Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Church Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "Old Church Slavonic, esp| as preserved in the liturgical use of the Orthodox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Church of Christ",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the Christian Scientists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church of England",1,1,1 ], "doctrine, with the Sovereign as its temporal head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Church of England",1,1,1 ], "the reformed established state Church in England, Catholic in order and basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the Mormon Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church of Rome",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Church of Scotland",1,1,1 ], "constitution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Church of Scotland",1,1,1 ], "the established church in Scotland, Calvinist in doctrine and Presbyterian in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill Falls",1,1,1 ], "Former name: Grand Falls" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill Falls",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall in E Canada, in SW Labrador on the Churchill River: site of one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill Falls",1,1,1 ], "the largest hydroelectric power projects in the world| Height: 73 m (245 ft|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,1 ], "Former name: Hamilton River" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Canada, rising in SE Labrador and flowing north and southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,1 ], "over Churchill Falls, then east to the Atlantic| Length: about 1000 km (600 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,2 ], "a river in central Canada, rising in NW Saskatchewan and flowing east through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,2 ], "several lakes to Hudson Bay at the town of Churchill| Length: about 1600 km (1000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,3 ], "a town in Canada, in N Manitoba on Hudson Bay: an important port for shipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",1,1,3 ], "grain from the Prairies| Pop|: 1604 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,1 ], "John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,2 ], "Commons (1886)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,2 ], "Lord Randolph| 1849-95, British Conservative politician: secretary of state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,2 ], "for India (1885-86) and chancellor of the Exchequer and leader of the House of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,3 ], "Conservative and Liberal governments, including 1st Lord of the Admiralty" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,3 ], "his son, Sir Winston 1874-1965, British Conservative statesman, orator, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,3 ], "writer, noted for his leadership during World War II| He held various posts under both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,4 ], "(1911-15), before becoming prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,5 ], "(1940-45; 1951-55)| His writings include The World Crisis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,6 ], "(1923-29), Marlborough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,7 ], "(1933-38), The Second World War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,8 ], "(1948-54), and History of the English-Speaking Peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Churchill",2,1,9 ], "(1956-58): Nobel prize for literature 1953" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chuvash Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,223,675 (1970)| Area: 18,300 sq| km (7064 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Chuvash Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W central Soviet Union, in the middle Volga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chuvash Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "valley: generally low and undulating, with large areas of forest| Capital: Cheboksary|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chuvash",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of the Soviet Union, living chiefly in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Chuvash",1,1,1 ], "middle Volga region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chuvash",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Chuvash",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ch|B|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ch|E|",1,1,1 ], "Chemical Engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ch|M|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ci",1,1,1 ], "curie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cibber",1,1,1 ], "1671-1757, English actor and dramatist poet laureate (1730-57)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cicero",1,1,1 ], "106-43 b|c|, Roman consul, orator, and writer| He foiled Catiline's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cicero",1,1,1 ], "Philippics| His writings are regarded as a model of Latin prose| Formerly known in English" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cicero",1,1,1 ], "as Tully" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cicero",1,1,1 ], "conspiracy (63) and was killed by Mark Antony's agents after he denounced Antony in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ciceronian",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling Cicero or his rhetorical style; eloquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciceronian",1,1,2 ], "(of literary style) characterized by the use of antithesis and long periods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cid" ,1, 1, 1],"the",1). c_DEF([ "Cid" ,1, 1, 2],"original name Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar",1). c_DEF([ "Cid" ,1, 1, 3],"(in Britain)",1). c_DEF([ "Cid" ,1, 2, 1],"Criminal Investigation Department; the detective division of a police force",1). c_DEF([ "Cienfuegos",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Cuba, on Cienfuegos Bay| Pop|: 85,200 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cilicia",1,1,1 ], "Mountains and the Mediterranean: corresponds to the region around present-day Adana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cilicia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region and former kingdom of SE Asia Minor, between the Taurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cilician Gates",1,1,1 ], "a pass in S Turkey, over the Taurus Mountains| Turkish name: Gulek Bogaz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cimabue",1,1,1 ], "1240-1302, Italian painter of the Florentine school, who anticipated the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cimabue",1,1,1 ], "movement, led by Giotto, away from the Byzantine tradition in art towards a greater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cimabue",1,1,1 ], "naturalism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cimbri",1,1,1 ], "a Germanic people from N Jutland who migrated southwards in the 2nd century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cimbri",1,1,1 ], "b|c|: annihilated by Marius in the Po valley (101 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cimmerian",1,1,1 ], "very dark; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cimmerian",1,2,1 ], "one of a people who lived in a land of darkness at the edge of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cimon",1,1,1 ], "Eurymedon (??466)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cimon",1,1,1 ], "died 449 b|c|, Athenian military and naval commander: defeated the Persians at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cincinnati",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Ohio, on the Ohio River| Pop|: 426,245 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cincinnatus",1,1,1 ], "519-438 b|c|, Roman general and statesman, regarded as a model of simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cincinnatus",1,1,1 ], "one" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cincinnatus",1,1,1 ], "virtue; dictator of Rome during two crises (458; 439), retiring to his farm after each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cinderella",1,1,1 ], "a girl who achieves fame after being obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cinderella",1,1,2 ], "a poor, neglected, or unsuccessful person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cinderella",1,1,3 ], "relating to dramatic success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cinemascope",1,1,1 ], "an anamorphic process of wide-screen film projection in which an image of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cinemascope",1,1,1 ], "approximately twice the usual width is squeezed into a 35mm frame and then screened by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cinemascope",1,1,1 ], "projector having complementary lenses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cinerama",1,1,1 ], "or one 70mm projector to produce an image on a large deeply curved screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cinerama",1,1,1 ], "wide-screen presentation of films using either three separate 35mm projectors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cinna",1,1,1 ], "died 84 b|c|, Roman patrician; an opponent of Sulla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cinque Ports",1,1,1 ], "Hastings, Romney, Hythe, Dover, and Sandwich, which from late Anglo-Saxon times provided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cinque Ports",1,1,1 ], "The Cinque Ports declined with the growth of other ports and surrendered their" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cinque Ports",1,1,1 ], "an association of ports on the SE coast of England, originally consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cinque Ports",1,1,1 ], "charters in 1685" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Cinque Ports",1,1,1 ], "ships for the king's service in return for the profits of justice in their courts|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cinzano",1,1,1 ], "an Italian vermouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cipango",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval legend) an island E of Asia: called Zipangu by Marco Polo and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cipango",1,1,1 ], "sought by Columbus identified with Japan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Circassia",1,1,1 ], "Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Circassia",1,1,1 ], "a region of the S Soviet Union, on the Black Sea north of the Caucasus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Circassian" ,1, 1, 1],"a native of Circassia",1). c_DEF([ "Circassian" ,1, 1, 2],"a language spoken in Circassia, belonging to the North Caucasian family",1). c_DEF([ "Circassian" ,1, 2, 1],"relating to Circassia, its people, or language",1). c_DEF([ "Circe",1,1,1 ], "an enchantress who detained Odysseus on her island and turned his men into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Circe",1,1,1 ], "swine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Circinus" ,1, 2, 1],"Southern Cross",2). c_DEF([ "Circinus" ,1, 2, 1],"a small faint constellation in the S hemisphere close to Centaurus and the",1). c_DEF([ "Circlorama",1,1,1 ], "a system of film projection in which a number of projectors and screens are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Circlorama",1,1,1 ], "employed to produce a picture that surrounds the viewer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Circus Maximus",1,1,1 ], "an amphitheatre in Rome, used in ancient times for chariot races, public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Circus Maximus",1,1,1 ], "games, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cirenaica",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cyrenaica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cirencester",1,1,1 ], "13,022 (1971)| Latin name: Corinium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cirencester",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S England, in Gloucestershire: Roman amphitheatre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cisalpine Gaul",1,1,1 ], "(in the ancient world) that part of Gaul between the Alps and the Apennines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciscaucasia",1,1,1 ], "the part of Caucasia north of the Caucasus Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciskei",1,1,1 ], "a Bantu state in South Africa for Xhosa-speaking peoples, consisting of 17" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciskei",1,1,1 ], "closely grouped areas of the E Cape Province| Pop|: 527,159 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cistercian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Christian order of monks and nuns founded in 1098, which follows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cistercian",1,1,1 ], "an especially strict form of the Benedictine rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Citizens' Band",1,1,1 ], "a range of radio frequencies assigned officially for use by the public for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Citizens' Band",1,1,1 ], "private communication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Citlaltpetl",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in SE Mexico, in central Veracruz state: the highest peak in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Citlaltpetl",1,1,1 ], "country| Height: 5699 m (18,692 ft|)| Spanish name: Pico de Orizaba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cittticano",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Vatican City" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "City Company",1,1,1 ], "a corporation that represents one of the historic trade guilds of London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "City and Guilds Institute",1,1,1 ], "an examining body for technical and craft skills, many of the examinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "City and Guilds Institute",1,1,1 ], "being at a lower standard than for a degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "City of God",1,1,1 ], "heaven conceived of as the New Jerusalem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "City of God",1,1,2 ], "the Church in contrast to the world, as described by St| Augustine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "City",1,1,1 ], "pop|: 4234 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "City",1,1,1 ], "short for City of London: the original settlement of London on the N bank of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "City",1,1,1 ], "the Thames; a municipality governed by the Lord Mayor and Corporation| Resident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "City",1,1,2 ], "business is transacted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "City",1,1,2 ], "the area in central London in which the United Kingdom's major financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "City",1,1,3 ], "the various financial institutions located in this area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Bolvar",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Venezuela, on the Orinoco River: accessible to ocean-going" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Bolvar",1,1,1 ], "vessels| Pop|: 103,728 (1971)| Former name (1764-1846): Angostura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Jurez",1,1,1 ], "!paso del !norte)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Jurez",1,1,1 ], "Texas| Pop|: 520,539 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1888): El Paso del Norte (el" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Jurez",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Mexico, in Chihuahua state on the Rio Grande, opposite El Paso," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Real",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S central Spain| Pop|: 41,708 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Trujillo",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1936-61) of Santo Domingo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ciudad Victoria",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Mexico, capital of Tamaulipas state| Pop|: 95,000 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,1 ], "Marston Moor in 1644 and Naseby in 1645, and Charles was executed in 1649" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,1 ], "disputes over their respective prerogatives| Parliament gained decisive victories at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,1 ], "the conflict between Charles I and the Parliamentarians resulting from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,2 ], "Appomattox" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,2 ], "by Lincoln's election as president but with deep-rooted political and economic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,2 ], "causes, exacerbated by the slavery issue| The advantages of the North in terms of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,2 ], "population, finance, and communications brought about the South's eventual surrender at" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Civil War",1,1,2 ], "the war fought from 1861 to 1865 between the North and the South, sparked off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cl",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for chlorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clackmannan",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of central Scotland, now part of the Central region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clacton",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in SE England, in E Essex| Pop|: 37,942 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clactonian",1,1,1 ], "one of the Lower Palaeolithic cultures found in England, characterized by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clactonian",1,1,1 ], "use of chopper tools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clactonian",1,2,1 ], "of, designating, or relating to this culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clapham Sect",1,1,1 ], "advocating personal piety, missionary zeal, the abolition of slavery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clapham Sect",1,1,1 ], "an informal group of early 19th-century Church-of-England evangelicals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clapton",1,1,1 ], "Blind Faith (1968), and Derek and the Dominos (1970 onwards)| His albums include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clapton",1,1,1 ], "Layla (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Clapton",1,1,1 ], "born 1945, English rock guitarist; a member of the groups Cream (1966-68)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clare of Assisi",1,1,1 ], "1194-1253, Italian nun; founder of the Franciscan Order of Poor Clares| Feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clare of Assisi",1,1,1 ], "day: Aug| 12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clare",1,1,1 ], "County town: Ennis| Pop|: 75,008 (1971)| Area: 3188 sq| km (1231 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clare",1,1,1 ], "a county of W Ireland, in Munster between Galway Bay and the Shannon estuary|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clare",2,1,1 ], "1793-1864, English poet, noted for his descriptions of country life," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clare",2,1,1 ], "in a lunatic asylum from 1837" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Clare",2,1,1 ], "particularly in The Shepherd's Calendar (1827) and The Rural Muse (1835)| He was confined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clarenceux",1,1,1 ], "the second King-of-Arms in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon Code",1,1,1 ], "four acts passed by the Cavalier Parliament between 1661 and 1665 to deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon Code",1,1,1 ], "the religious problems of the Restoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon",1,1,1 ], "1164 that produced a code of laws (the Constitutions of Clarendon) defining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon",1,1,1 ], "a village near Salisbury in S England: site of a council held by Henry II in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon",1,1,1 ], "relations between church and state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon",2,1,1 ], "England (1704-07)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon",2,1,1 ], "title of Edward Hyde| 1609-74, English statesman and historian; chief adviser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clarendon",2,1,1 ], "to Charles II (1660-67); author of History of the Rebellion and Civil Wars in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clark cell",1,1,1 ], "a cell having a mercury anode surrounded by a paste of mercuric sulphate and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clark cell",1,1,1 ], "its emf is 1|4345 volts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Clark cell",1,1,1 ], "zinc cathode in a saturated solution of zinc sulphate| Formerly used as a standard," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clark" ,1, 1, 1],"called Jim",1). c_DEF([ "Clark" ,1, 1, 2],"1936-68, Scottish racing driver; World Champion (1963, 1965)",1). c_DEF([ "Clark" ,1, 1, 3],"Lord Kenneth",1). c_DEF([ "Clark" ,1, 1, 4],"born 1903, English art historian: his books include Civilization (1969), which",1). c_DEF([ "Clark" ,1, 1, 4],"he first presented as a television series",2). c_DEF([ "Claude Lorrain",1,1,1 ], "landscapes, noted for his subtle depiction of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Claude Lorrain",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Claude Gelee| 1600-82, French painter, esp| of idealized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Claudel",1,1,1 ], "1868-1955, French dramatist, poet, and diplomat, whose works testify to his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Claudel",1,1,1 ], "commitment to the Roman Catholic faith|His plays include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Claudel",1,1,2 ], "and Le Soulier de satin (1919-24)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Claudius II",1,1,1 ], "emperor (268-270)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Claudius II",1,1,1 ], "full name Marcus Aurelius Claudius, called Gothicus| 214-270 a|d|, Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Claudius",1,1,1 ], "emperor (41-54); invaded Britain (43); poisoned by his fourth wife, Agrippina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Claudius",1,1,1 ], "full name Tiberius Claudius Drusus Nero Germanicus| 10 b|c|-54 a|d|, Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clausewitz" ,1, 1, 1],"1780-1831, Prussian general, noted for his works on military strategy, esp",1). c_DEF([ "Clausius",1,1,1 ], "1822-88, German physicist and mathematician|He enunciated the second law of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clausius",1,1,1 ], "thermodynamics (1850) and developed the kinetic theory of gases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clavius",1,1,1 ], "floor| It lies in the SE quadrant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Clavius",1,1,1 ], "miles) in diameter, whose walls have peaks up to 5700 metres (19,000 feet) above the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clavius",1,1,1 ], "one of the largest of the craters on the moon, about 230 kilometres (145" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clay",1,1,1 ], "Henry| 1777-1852, U|S| statesman and orator; secretary of state (1825-29)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleanthes",1,1,1 ], "300-232 b|c|, Greek philosopher: succeeded Zeno as head of the Stoic school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleethorpes",1,1,1 ], "a resort in E England, in SE Humberside| Pop|: 35,785 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleisthenes",1,1,1 ], "6th century b|c|, Athenian statesman: democratized the political structure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleisthenes",1,1,1 ], "Athens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clemenceau",1,1,1 ], "1841-1929, French statesman prime minister of France (1906-09; 1917-20)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clemenceau",1,1,1 ], "negotiated the Treaty of Versailles (1919)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clement I",1,1,1 ], "called Clement of Rome| pope (??88-??97 a|d|)| Feast day: Nov| 23" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clement V",1,1,1 ], "original name Bertrand de Got| 1264-1314, pope (1305-14): removed the papal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clement V",1,1,1 ], "seat from Rome to Avignon in France (1309)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clement VII",1,1,1 ], "original name Giulio de' Medici| 1478-1534, pope (1523-34): refused to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clement VII",1,1,1 ], "sanction the divorce of Henry VIII of England from Catherine of Aragon (1533)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clement of Alexandria",1,1,1 ], "head of the catechetical school at Alexandria; teacher of Origen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clement of Alexandria",1,1,1 ], "original name Titus Flavius Clemens| 150-215 a|d|, Greek Christian theologian:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleon",1,1,1 ], "died 422 b|c|, Athenian demagogue and military leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleopatra",1,1,1 ], "69-30 b|c|, queen of Egypt (51-30), renowned for her beauty: the mistress of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleopatra",1,1,1 ], "Julius Caesar and later of Mark Antony| She killed herself with an asp to avoid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cleopatra",1,1,1 ], "capture by Octavian (Augustus)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cleopatra's Needle",1,1,1 ], "Park, New York, in 1880" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cleopatra's Needle",1,1,1 ], "b|c|: one was moved to the Thames Embankment, London, in 1878, the other to Central" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cleopatra's Needle",1,1,1 ], "either of two Egyptian obelisks, originally set up at Heliopolis about 1500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clermont-Ferrand",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central France: capital of Puy-de-Dome department; industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clermont-Ferrand",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 161,203 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Middlesbrough| Pop|: 567,900 (1976 est|)| Area: 595 sq| km (230 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",1,1,1 ], "a county of NE England formed in 1974 from parts of E Durham and N Yorkshire|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",1,1,2 ], "a port in NE Ohio, on Lake Erie: major heavy industries| Pop|: 678,615 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",1,1,2 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",1,1,3 ], "Tees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",1,1,3 ], "a hilly region of NE England, extending from the Cleveland Hills to the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",2,1,1 ], "(1885-89; 1893-97)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cleveland",2,1,1 ], "1837-1908, U|S| Democratic politician; the 22nd and 24th president of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clichy",1,1,1 ], "an industrial suburb of NW Paris: residence of the Merovingian kings (7th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clichy",1,1,1 ], "century)| Pop|: 47,956 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clio",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clisthenes",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cleisthenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clive",1,1,1 ], "Baron Clive of Plassey| 1725-74, British general and statesman, whose victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clive",1,1,1 ], "at Plassey (1757) strengthened British control in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cllr|",1,1,1 ], "Councillor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clotho",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Fates, spinner of the thread of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clouet",1,1,1 ], "1515-72, and his father, ,Jean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clough",1,1,1 ], "1819-61, English poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clovis I",1,1,1 ], "German name Chlodwig| 466-511 a|d|, king of the Franks (481-511), who extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clovis I",1,1,1 ], "the Merovingian kingdom to include most of Gaul and SW Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cluj",1,1,1 ], "Transylvania| Pop|: 218,703 (1974 est|)| German name: Klausenburg|Hungarian name: Kolozsvar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cluj",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW Rumania, on the Somesul-Mic River: former capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cluny lace",1,1,1 ], "a strong heavy silk and cotton bobbin lace made at Cluny or elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cluny",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central France: reformed Benedictine order founded here in 910;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cluny",1,1,1 ], "important religious and cultural centre in the Middle Ages| Pop|: 4268 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clwyd",1,1,1 ], "Mold| Pop|: 376,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 2425 sq| km (936 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Clwyd",1,1,1 ], "a county in NE Wales, formed in 1974 from Flintshire, most of Denbighshire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clwyd",1,1,1 ], "and part of Merionethshire: generally hilly or mountainous| Administrative centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clyde",1,1,1 ], "Firth of| an inlet of the Atlantic in SW Scotland| Length: 103 km (64 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clyde",1,1,2 ], "Firth of Clyde: extensive shipyards| Length: 170 km (106 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clyde",1,1,2 ], "a river in S Scotland, rising in SE Strathclyde and flowing northwest to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clydebank",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 48,296 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Clydebank",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Scotland, in Strathclyde region on the River Clyde: shipyards|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clydesdale",1,1,1 ], "a heavy powerful breed of carthorse, originally from Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Clytemnestra",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Agamemnon, whom she killed on his return from the Trojan War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cm",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for curium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cmdr|",1,1,1 ], "Commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cmon",1,1,1 ], "7th-century a|d| Anglo-Saxon poet and monk, the earliest English poet whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cmon",1,1,1 ], "name survives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cnidus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city in SW Asia Minor: famous for its school of medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cnossus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Knossos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cnut",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Canute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Co",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for cobalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "CoComanchean (in North America)" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "CoComanchean (in North America)" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to the early part of the Cretaceous system and period",1). c_DEF([ "CoComanchean (in North America)" ,1, 2, 1],"the strata and time corresponding to the early Cretaceous",1). c_DEF([ "Coahuila",1,1,1 ], "151,571 sq| km (59,112 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Coahuila",1,1,1 ], "a state of N Mexico: mainly plateau, crossed by several mountain ranges that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coahuila",1,1,1 ], "contain rich mineral resources| Capital: Saltillo| Pop|: 1,114,956 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coal Measures",1,1,1 ], "a series of coal-bearing rocks formed in the upper Carboniferous period; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coal Measures",1,1,1 ], "uppermost series of the Carboniferous system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coal Sack",1,1,1 ], "a dark nebula in the Milky Way close to the Southern Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coalport",1,1,1 ], "a white translucent bone china having richly coloured moulded patterns, made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coalport",1,1,1 ], "in the 19th century at Coalport near Shrewsbury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coast Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in Canada, on the Pacific coast of British Columbia| Highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coast Mountains",1,1,1 ], "peak: Mount Waddington, 3978 m (13,260 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coatbridge",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coatbridge",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in central Scotland, in Strathclyde region| Pop|: 52,131" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coates",1,1,1 ], "1878-1943, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of New Zealand (1925-28)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cobbett",1,1,1 ], "1763-1835, English journalist and social reformer; founded The Political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cobbett",1,1,1 ], "Register (1802); author of Rural Rides (1830)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cobden",1,1,1 ], "1804-65, English economist and statesman: a leader of the successful campaign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cobden",1,1,1 ], "to abolish the Corn Laws (1846)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cobham",1,1,1 ], "title of (Sir John)Oldcastle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coblenz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Koblenz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in E West Germany, in N Bavaria| Pop|: 42,200 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coca-Cola",1,1,1 ], "a carbonated soft drink flavoured with coca leaves, cola nuts, caramel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cochabamba",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Bolivia| Pop|: 184,340 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cochin China",1,1,1 ], "a former French colony of Indochina (1862-1948): now the part of Vietnam that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cochin China",1,1,1 ], "lies south of Phan Thiet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cochin",1,1,1 ], "a region and former state of SW India: part of Kerala state since 1956" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cochin",1,1,2 ], "India, founded by Vasco da Gama in 1502| Pop|: 438,420 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cochin",1,1,2 ], "a port in SW India, on the Malabar Coast: the first European settlement in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cochin",1,1,3 ], "a large breed of domestic fowl with dense plumage and feathered legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cochise",1,1,1 ], "died 1874, Apache Indian chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cockaigne",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary land of luxury and idleness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cockayne",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cockaigne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cockcroft",1,1,1 ], "Sir John Douglas| 1897-1967, English nuclear physicist| With E| T| S| Walton," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cockcroft",1,1,1 ], "he produced the first artificial transmutation of an atomic nucleus (1932) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cockcroft",1,1,1 ], "shared the Nobel prize for physics 1951" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cocos Islands",1,1,1 ], "Territory of Australia since 1955| Pop|: 611 (1970)| Area: 13 sq| km (5 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cocos Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of 27 coral islands in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Java: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cocteau" ,1, 1, 1],"1889-1963, French dramatist, novelist, poet, critic, designer, and film",1). c_DEF([ "Cocteau" ,1, 1, 1],"director|His works include the novel",2). c_DEF([ "Cocteau" ,1, 1, 2],"and the play La Machine infernale (1934)",1). c_DEF([ "Code Napolon",1,1,1 ], "main body of French civil law| English name: Napoleonic Code" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Code Napolon",1,1,1 ], "the civil code of France, promulgated between 1804 and 1810, comprising the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Codex Juris Canonici",1,1,1 ], "the official code of canon law in force in the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cody",1,1,1 ], "the original name of Buffalo Bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cod|",1,1,1 ], "codex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coeur de Lion",1,1,1 ], "Lion Heart: an epithet applied to Richard I of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coggan",1,1,1 ], "born 1909, Archbishop of York (1961-74); Archbishop of Canterbury from 1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cognac",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cognac",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW France: centre of the district famed for its brandy| Pop|: 22,612" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cognac",1,1,2 ], "a high-quality grape brandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coimbatore",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW India, in W Tamil Nadu| Pop|: 356,368 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coimbra",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Portugal: capital of Portugal from 1190 to 1260; seat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coimbra",1,1,1 ], "country's oldest university| Pop|: 108,046 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cointreau",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liqueur with orange flavouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coire",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Chur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coke",1,1,1 ], "short for Coca-Cola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coke",2,1,1 ], "Sir Edward| 1552-1634, English jurist, noted for his defence of the common law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coke",2,1,1 ], "against encroachment from the Crown: the Petition of Right (1628) was largely his work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Col",1,1,1 ], "Caribbean port| Pop|: 1,340,286 (1970)| Former name: Aspinwall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Col",1,1,1 ], "a port in Panama, at the Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal| Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Col",1,1,2 ], "Archipielago de | the official name of the Galapagos Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colbert",1,1,1 ], "(1934), The Palm Beach Story (1942), The Egg and I (1947), and Three came Home (1950)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colbert",1,1,1 ], "Claudette (klo!d$et)| original name Claudette Cauchoin, born 1905, U|S| film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colbert",1,1,1 ], "actress, born in France| Her films include It happened one Night (1934), Cleopatra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colbert",1,1,2 ], "Jean Baptiste (#fa ba!tist)| 1619-83, French statesman; chief minister to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colbert",1,1,2 ], "Louis XIV: reformed the taille and pursued a mercantalist policy, creating a powerful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colbert",1,1,2 ], "navy and merchant fleet and building roads and canals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colchester",1,1,1 ], "Camulodunum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colchester",1,1,1 ], "a town in E England, in NE Essex| Pop|: 76,145 (1971)| Latin name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colchis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country on the Black Sea south of the Caucasus; the land of Medea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colchis",1,1,1 ], "and the Golden Fleece in Greek mythology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coleridge",1,1,1 ], "1772-1834, English Romantic poet and critic, noted for poems such as The Rime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coleridge",1,1,1 ], "his critical work Biographia Literaria (1817)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Coleridge",1,1,1 ], "of the Ancient Mariner (1798), Kubla Khan (1816), and Christabel (1816), and for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colet",1,1,1 ], "1467-1519, English humanist and theologian; founder of St| Paul's School," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colet",1,1,1 ], "London (1509)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colette",1,1,1 ], "her works include Cheri (1920), Gigi (1944), and the series of Claudine books" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colette",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Sidonie Gabrielle Claudine Colette| 1873-1954, French novelist;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coligny",1,1,1 ], "1519-72, French Huguenot leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colima",1,1,1 ], "Colima| Pop|: 241,153 (1970)| Area: 5455 sq| km ( 2106 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colima",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW Mexico, on the Pacific coast: mainly a coastal plain, rising to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colima",1,1,1 ], "the foothills of the Sierra Madre, with important mineral resources| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colima",1,1,2 ], "72,074 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colima",1,1,2 ], "a city in SW Mexico, capital of Colima state, on the Colima River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colima",1,1,3 ], "Nevado de| a volcano in SW Mexico, in Jalisco state| Height: 4339 m (14,235" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colima",1,1,3 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "College of Cardinals",1,1,1 ], "the collective body of cardinals having the function of electing and advising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "College of Cardinals",1,1,1 ], "the pope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "College of Justice",1,1,1 ], "Scotland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "College of Justice",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the Scottish Court of Session; the supreme court of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colles' fracture",1,1,1 ], "a fracture of the radius just above the wrist, resulting in the hand being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colles' fracture",1,1,1 ], "displaced backwards and outwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Collins Street Farmer",1,1,1 ], "a businessman who invests in farms, land, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Collins",1,1,1 ], "Michael| 1890-1922, Irish nationalist: a leader of Sinn Fein; negotiated the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Collins",1,1,1 ], "treaty with Great Britain (1921) that established the Irish Free State" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Collins",1,1,2 ], "William| 1721-59, English poet, a precursor of romanticism, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Collins",1,1,2 ], "odes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Collins",1,1,3 ], "(William) Wilkie| 1824-89, English author, noted particularly for his crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Collins",1,1,3 ], "novel The Moonstone (1868)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colmar",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE France: annexed to Germany 1871-1919 and 1940-45; textile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colmar",1,1,1 ], "industry| Pop|: 62,410 (1975)| German name: Kolmar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cologne",1,1,1 ], "832,396 (1974 est|)| German name: Koln" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cologne",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and river port in West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cologne",1,1,1 ], "on the Rhine: important commercially since ancient times; university (1388)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colomb-Bchar",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Bechar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colombes",1,1,1 ], "an industrial and residential suburb of NW Paris| Pop|: 83,518 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colombia",1,1,1 ], "Currency: peso| Capital: Bogota| Pop|: 21,070,115 (1973)| Area: 1,138,908 sq| km (439,735" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Colombia",1,1,1 ], "Spanish colonization in the 16th century; independence won by Bolivar in 1819; became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colombia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NW South America: inhabited by Chibchas and other Indians before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colombia",1,1,1 ], "plain, separated by ranges of the Andes from the pampas and the equatorial forests of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Colombia",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Colombia",1,1,1 ], "the Amazon basin in the east| Language: Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Colombia",1,1,1 ], "the Republic of Colombia in 1886| It consists chiefly of a hot swampy coastal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colombo",1,1,1 ], "largest artificial harbours in the world| Pop|: 562,000 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colombo",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Sri Lanka, on the W coast, with one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colonies",1,1,1 ], "Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colonies",1,1,2 ], "the subject territories formerly in the British Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colonies",1,1,3 ], "Delaware, Georgia, New Hampshire, New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colonies",1,1,3 ], "Island, Virginia, and New Jersey" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Colonies",1,1,3 ], "the 13 states forming the original United States of America when they declared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colonies",1,1,3 ], "their independence (1776)| These were Connecticut, North and South Carolina," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colonsay",1,1,1 ], "an island in W Scotland, in the Inner Hebrides| Area: about 41 sq| km (16 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colonsay",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado Desert",1,1,1 ], "Area: over 5000 sq| km (2000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado Desert",1,1,1 ], "an arid region of SE California and NW Mexico, West of the Colorado River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado Springs",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in central Colorado| Pop|: 175,745 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado beetle",1,1,1 ], "a black-and-yellow beetle, Leptinotarsa decemlineata, that is a serious pest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado beetle",1,1,1 ], "beetle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado beetle",1,1,1 ], "of potatoes, feeding on the leaves: family Chrysomelidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,1 ], "(104,247sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,1 ], "Grande Rivers| Capital: Denver| Pop|: 2,209,528 (1970)| Area: 269,998 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,1 ], "Rockies in the west; drained chiefly by the Colorado, Arkansas, South Platte, and Rio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,1 ], "a state of the central U|S|: consists of the Great Plains in the east and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,2 ], "a river in SW North America, rising in the Rocky Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,2 ], "its course| Length: about 2320 km (1440 miles)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,2 ], "southwest to the Gulf of California: famous for the 1600 km (1000 miles) of canyons along" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,3 ], "a river in central Texas, flowing southeast to the Gulf of Mexico| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,3 ], "about 1450 km (900 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,4 ], "850 km (530 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colorado",1,1,4 ], "a river in central Argentina, flowing southeast to the Atlantic| Length: about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colossae",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Colossae",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in SW Phrygia in Asia Minor: seat of an early Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colosseum",1,1,1 ], "an amphitheatre in Rome built about 75-80 a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colossian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Colossae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colossian",1,1,2 ], "any of the Christians of Colossae to whom St| Paul's Epistle was addressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colossians",1,1,1 ], "a book of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colossians",1,1,2 ], "(in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Colossians)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colossus of Rhodes",1,1,1 ], "a giant bronze statue of Apollo built on Rhodes in about 292-280" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colossus of Rhodes",1,1,1 ], "b|c|;destroyed by an earthquake in 225 b|c|; one of the Seven Wonders of the World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coloured",1,1,1 ], "an individual who is not a White, esp| a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coloured",1,1,2 ], "a person of racially mixed parentage or descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coloured",1,2,1 ], "designating or relating to a Coloured or Coloureds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colo|",1,1,1 ], "Colorado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colt",1,1,1 ], "a type of revolver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coltrane",1,1,1 ], "1926-1967, U|S| jazz tenor and soprano saxophonist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colum",1,1,1 ], "1881-1972, Irish lyric poet, resident in the U|S| (1914-72)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columba",1,2,1 ], "a small constellation in the S hemisphere south of Orion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columba",2,1,1 ], "521-597 a|d|, Irish missionary: founded the monastery at Iona (563) from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columba",2,1,1 ], "the Picts were converted to Christianity| Feast day: June 9" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Columbia",1,1,1 ], "British Columbia, then west to the Pacific| Length: about 1930 km (1200 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Columbia",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW North America, rising in the Rocky Mountains and flowing through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbia",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 112,164 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Columbia",1,1,2 ], "a city in central South Carolina, on the Congaree River: the state capital|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the United States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbian",1,1,2 ], "relating to Christopher Columbus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbian",1,2,1 ], "a size of printers type, approximately equal to 16 point; two-line Brevier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbine",1,1,1 ], "(originally) the character of a servant girl in commedia dell'arte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbine",1,1,2 ], "(later) the sweetheart of Harlequin in English pantomime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbus Day",1,1,1 ], "Oct| 12, a legal holiday in most states of the U|S|: the date of Columbus'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbus Day",1,1,1 ], "landing in the West Indies in 1492" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Columbus",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Ohio: the state capital| Pop|: 540,933 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbus",1,1,2 ], "a city in W Georgia, on the Chattahoochee River| Pop|: 161,209 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Columbus",2,1,1 ], "(1492)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Columbus",2,1,1 ], "Italian navigator and explorer in the service of Spain, who discovered the New World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Columbus",2,1,1 ], "Spanish name Cristobal Colon, Italian name Cristoforo Colombo| 1451-1506," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Colwyn Bay",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in N Wales, in NW Clwyd| Pop|: 25,535 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Col|",1,1,1 ], "Colombia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Col|",1,1,2 ], "Colonel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Col|",1,1,3 ], "Colossians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coma Berenices" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the N hemisphere between Ursa Major and Bootes",1). c_DEF([ "Coma Berenices" ,1, 2, 1],"containing the Coma Cluster, a cluster of approximately 10,000 galaxies, at a mean",2). c_DEF([ "Coma Berenices" ,1, 2, 1],"distance of 220 million light years",3). c_DEF([ "Comanche",1,1,1 ], "Platte to the Mexican border, now living in Oklahoma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comanche",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people, formerly ranging from the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comanche",1,1,2 ], "Uto-Aztecan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comanche",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Shoshonean subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comaneci",1,1,1 ], "Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comaneci",1,1,1 ], "born 1961, Rumanian gymnast|She became world champion at the 1976 Olympic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comdie Francaise",1,1,1 ], "the French national theatre, founded in Paris in 1680" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comdr|",1,1,1 ], "Commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comdt|",1,1,1 ], "Commandant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comecon",1,1,1 ], "an association of Soviet-oriented Communist nations, founded in 1949 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comecon",1,1,1 ], "coordinate economic development, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comenius",1,1,1 ], "Czech name Jan Amos Komensky| 1592-1670, Czech educational reformer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comforter",1,1,1 ], "an epithet of the Holy Spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comines" ,1, 1, 1],"1447-1511, French diplomat and historian, noted for his",1). c_DEF([ "Cominform",1,1,1 ], "dissolved in 1956" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cominform",1,1,1 ], "information among nine European Communist parties and coordinate their activities;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cominform",1,1,1 ], "short for Communist Information Bureau: established 1947 to exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comintern",1,1,1 ], "founded by Lenin in Moscow in 1919 and dissolved in 1943; it degenerated under Stalin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comintern",1,1,1 ], "into an instrument of Soviet politics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Comintern",1,1,1 ], "short for Communist International;an international Communist organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Commines",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Philippe de)Comines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Committee of the Whole House",1,1,1 ], "an informal sitting of the House of Commons to discuss and amend a bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Commodus",1,1,1 ], "son of Marcus Aurelius| 161-192 a|d|, Roman emperor (180-192), noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Commodus",1,1,1 ], "tyrannical reign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Common Entrance",1,1,1 ], "an entrance examination for a public school, usually taken at the age of 13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Common Era",1,1,1 ], "another name for Christian Era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Common Market",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands, joined in 1973 by the United Kingdom, the Irish Republic, and Denmark|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Common Market",1,1,1 ], "Officially called: European Economic Community" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Common Market",1,1,1 ], "Rome (1958) of Belgium, France, West Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Common Market",1,1,1 ], "a Western European economic association, originally composed by the Treaty of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth Day",1,1,1 ], "many parts of the Commonwealth| Former name: Empire Day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth Day",1,1,1 ], "the anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth, May 24, celebrated as a holiday in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 1],"an association of sovereign states that are or at some time have been ruled",1). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 1],"by Britain| All member states recognize the reigning British sovereign as Head of",2). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 1],"the Commonwealth",3). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 2],"a",1). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"the part of this period up to 1653, when Cromwell became Protector",1). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 3],"the republic that existed in Britain from 1649 to 1660",1). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 4],"Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Virginia), and Puerto Rico",2). c_DEF([ "Commonwealth" ,1, 1, 4],"the official designation of Australia, four states of the U|S| (Kentucky,",1). c_DEF([ "Communard",1,1,1 ], "Franco-Prussian War in 1871" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Communard",1,1,1 ], "any person who participated in or supported the Paris Commune formed after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Commune",1,1,1 ], "a committee that governed Paris during the French Revolution and played a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Commune",1,1,1 ], "leading role in the Reign of Terror: suppressed 1794" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Communion",1,1,1 ], "the act of participating in the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communion",1,1,2 ], "the celebration of the Eucharist, esp| the part of the service during which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communion",1,1,2 ], "the consecrated elements are received" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Communion",1,1,2,1 ], "the consecrated elements of the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communion",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communist China",1,1,1 ], "another name for (the People's Republic of)China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communist Manifesto",1,1,1 ], "a political pamphlet written by Marx and Engels in 1848: a fundamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communist Manifesto",1,1,1 ], "statement of Marxist principles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Communist Party",1,1,1 ], "(in non-Communist countries) a political party advocating Communism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communist Party",1,1,2 ], "(in Communist countries) the single official party of the state, composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Communist Party",1,1,2 ], "those who officially espouse Communism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comnenus",1,1,1 ], "Constantinople (1057-59; 1081-1185) and Trebizond (1204-1461) derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comnenus",1,1,1 ], "an important Byzantine family from which the imperial dynasties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Como",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 97,395 (1971)| Latin name: Comum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Como",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Lombardy at the SW end of Lake Como: tourist centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comorin",1,1,1 ], "a headland at the southernmost point of India, in Tamil Nadu state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comoro Islands",1,1,1 ], "Area: 2170 sq| km (838 sq| miles)| French names: Territoire des Comores (t$eritwa$:r" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Comoro Islands",1,1,1 ], "Madagascar: a French territory from 1947 until 1976, when the islands became an independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comoro Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands in the Indian Ocean, off the NW coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comoro Islands",1,1,1 ], "de k@$!m@$$:r), Iles Comores" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Comoro Islands",1,1,1 ], "republic (except for Mayotte which chose to remain French)| Pop|: 290,000 (1973 est|)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Compi",1,1,1 ], "Wars| Pop|: 40,720 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Compi",1,1,1 ], "a city in N France, on the Oise River: scene of the armistices of both World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comptometer",1,1,1 ], "a high-speed calculating machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Compton effect",1,1,1 ], "a phenomenon in which a collision between a photon and a particle results in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Compton effect",1,1,1 ], "an increase in the kinetic energy of the particle and a corresponding increase in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Compton effect",1,1,1 ], "the wavelength of the photon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Compton",1,1,1 ], "1892-1962, U|S| physicist, noted for his research on x-rays, gamma rays, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Compton",1,1,1 ], "nuclear energy: Nobel prize for physics 1927" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Compton-Burnett",1,1,1 ], "1892-1969, English novelist| Her novels include Men and Wives (1931) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Compton-Burnett",1,1,1 ], "Mother and Son (1955)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comr|",1,1,1 ], "Commissioner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comstock Lode",1,1,1 ], "an extensive gold and silver vein in W Nevada, near Virginia City" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comte",1,1,1 ], "Auguste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comte",1,1,2 ], "(o!gyst)| 1798-1857, French mathematician and philosopher the founder of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Comte",1,1,2 ], "positivism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Comus",1,1,1 ], "(in late Roman mythology) a god of revelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Com| Ver|",1,1,1 ], "Common Version (of the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Com|",1,1,1 ], "Commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Com|",1,1,2 ], "committee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Com|",1,1,3 ], "Commodore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Com|",1,1,4 ], "Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conakry",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Conakry",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Guinea, a port on the island of Tombo| Pop|: 197,267 (1967" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conan Doyle",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur| 1859-1930, English author of detective stories and historical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conan Doyle",1,1,1 ], "romances and the creator of Sherlock Holmes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Concepci",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S central Chile| Pop|: 169,570 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conchobar",1,1,1 ], "(in Irish legend) a king of Ulster at about the beginning of the Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conchobar",1,1,1 ], "era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Concord grape",1,1,1 ], "a variety of grape with purple-black fruit covered with a bluish bloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Concord",1,1,1 ], "(1775) of the War of American Independence| Pop|: 16,148 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Concord",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Massachusetts: scene of one of the opening military actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Concord",1,1,2 ], "25,903 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Concord",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Australia, in E New South Wales: a W suburb of Sydney| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Concorde",1,1,1 ], "capable of over 2160 km per hr (1200 mph)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Concorde",1,1,1 ], "the first commercial supersonic airliner| Of Anglo-French construction, it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cond",1,1,1 ], "French general, who led Louis XIV's armies against the Fronde (1649) but joined the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cond",1,1,1 ], "Fronde in a new revolt (1650-52)| He later fought for both France and Spain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cond",1,1,1 ], "title of Louis II de Bourbon, Duc d'Enghien, called the Great Conde| 1621-86," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Condillac" ,1, 1, 1],"1715-80, French philosopher|He developed Locke's view that all knowledge",1). c_DEF([ "Condillac" ,1, 1, 1],"derives from the senses in his",2). c_DEF([ "Condillac" ,1, 1, 2],"e des sensations",1). c_DEF([ "Conestoga wagon",1,1,1 ], "a large heavy horse-drawn covered wagon used in the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coney Island",1,1,1 ], "an island off the S shore of Long Island, New York: site of a large amusement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coney Island",1,1,1 ], "park" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Confederacy",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Confederate States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confederate States of America",1,1,1 ], "South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Tennessee, Louisiana, and Mississippi) that seceded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Confederate States of America",1,1,1 ], "from the Union in 1861, precipitating a civil war with the North| The Confederacy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Confederate States of America",1,1,1 ], "the 11 Southern states (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confederate States of America",1,1,1 ], "was defeated in 1865 and the South reincorporated into the U|S" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Confederate",1,1,1 ], "of, supporting, or relating to the Confederate States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confederate",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of the Confederate States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confederation",1,1,1 ], "Articles of Confederation and superseded by the more formal union established in 1789" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Confederation",1,1,1 ], "the original 13 states of the United States of America constituted under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confederation",1,1,2 ], "the federation of Canada, formed by federating three British colonies in 1867" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confiteor",1,1,1 ], "a prayer consisting of a general confession of sinfulness and an entreaty for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confiteor",1,1,1 ], "forgiveness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Confucian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the doctrines of Confucius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confucian",1,2,1 ], "a follower of Confucius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confucianism",1,1,1 ], "ancestral spirits), peace, justice, and treating others as one would want to be treated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Confucianism",1,1,1 ], "the ethical system of Confucius, emphasizing devotion to family (including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confucius",1,1,1 ], "Chinese name K'ung Fu-tse| 551-479 b|c|, Chinese philosopher and teacher of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Confucius",1,1,1 ], "The Analects of Confucius" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Confucius",1,1,1 ], "ethics (see Confucianism)|His doctrines were compiled after his death under the title" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congo Free State",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1885-1908) of Zaire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congo red",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-red soluble powder, used as a dye, a diagnostic indicator, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congo red",1,1,1 ], "biological stain, and a chemical indicator| Formula: C32H22N6O6S2Na2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,1 ], "Christian| Currency: franc| Capital: Brazzaville| Pop|: 1,300,106 (1974)| Area: 349,000" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,1 ], "Congo-Brazzaville" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,1 ], "Middle Congo, part of French Equatorial Africa, it became independent in 1960;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,1 ], "Republic of the| a republic in W Central Africa: formerly the French colony of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,1 ], "by the Rivers Congo and Ubangi| Official language: French| Religion: animist and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,1 ], "consists mostly of equatorial forest, with savanna and extensive swamps; drained chiefly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (134,749 sq| miles)| Former names: Middle Congo (until 1958)," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,2 ], "Democratic Republic of the| a former name (1960-71) of Zaire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,3 ], "Zaire" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,3 ], "border between the Congo Republic and Zaire| Length: about 4800 km (3000 miles)| Area" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,3 ], "of basin: about 3,000,000 sq| km (1,425,000 sq| miles)| Zairese name (since 1971):" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,3 ], "plateau in Zaire and flowing in a wide northerly curve to the Atlantic: forms the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,3 ], "the second longest river in Africa, rising as the Lualaba on the Katanga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congo",1,1,4 ], "a variant spelling of Kongo (the people and language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congregational Church",1,1,1 ], "Congregational Church in England and Wales became part of the United Reformed Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Congregational Church",1,1,1 ], "any member church of an association of evangelical Protestant Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congregational Church",1,1,1 ], "churches that are governed according to the principles of Congregationalism| In 1972 the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congregationalism",1,1,1 ], "a system of Christian doctrines and ecclesiastical government in which each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congregationalism",1,1,1 ], "congregation is self-governing and maintains bonds of faith with other similar local" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congregationalism",1,1,1 ], "congregations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Congress of Industrial Organizations",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a federation of industrial unions formed in 1935| It united with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congress of Industrial Organizations",1,1,1 ], "the AFL in 1955 to form the AFL-CIO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congress of Vienna",1,1,1 ], "problems left by the Napoleonic Wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congress of Vienna",1,1,1 ], "the European conference held at Vienna from 1814-15 to settle the territorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congress",1,1,1 ], "Representatives and the Senate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congress",1,1,1 ], "the bicameral federal legislature of the U|S|, consisting of the House of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congress",1,1,2 ], "this body during any two-year term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congress",1,1,3 ], "1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congress",1,1,3 ], "a major political party, which controlled the Union government from 1947 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congressional Medal of Honor",1,1,1 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congressional Medal of Honor",1,1,1 ], "the highest U|S| military decoration, awarded for conspicuous bravery in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congressional Record",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the government journal that publishes all proceedings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congressional Record",1,1,1 ], "Congress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congressional district",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) an electoral division of a state, entitled to send one member to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congressional district",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| House of Representatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Congressman" ,1, 1, 1],"(in the U|S|) a member of Congress, esp| of the House of Representatives",1). c_DEF([ "Congreve",1,1,1 ], "1670-1729, English dramatist, a major exponent of Restoration comedy; author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Congreve",1,1,1 ], "of Love for Love (1695) and The Way of the World (1700)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cong|",1,1,1 ], "Congregational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coniston Water",1,1,1 ], "Length: 8 km (5 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Coniston Water",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria: scene of the establishment of world water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coniston Water",1,1,1 ], "speed records by Sir Malcolm Campbell (1939) and his son Donald Campbell (1959)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Connacht",1,1,1 ], "(6611 sq| miles)| Former name: Connaught" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Connacht",1,1,1 ], "Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Roscommon, and Sligo| Pop|: 390,702 (1971)| Area: 17,122 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Connacht",1,1,1 ], "a province and ancient kingdom of NW Ireland: consists of the counties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Connaught",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Connacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Connecticut",1,1,1 ], "3,032,217 (1970)| Area: 12,973 sq| km (5009 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Connecticut",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|, in New England| Capital: Hartford| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Connecticut",1,1,2 ], "a river in the northeastern U|S|, rising in N New Hampshire and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Connecticut",1,1,2 ], "to Long Island Sound| Length: 651 km (407 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Connemara",1,1,1 ], "a barren coastal region of W Ireland, in Co| Galway: consists of quartzite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Connemara",1,1,1 ], "mountains, peat bogs, and many lakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Connors",1,1,1 ], "born 1952, U|S| tennis player: Wimbledon champion 1974, 1976, and 1978" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conn|",1,1,1 ], "Connecticut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conrad",1,1,1 ], "Lord Jim (1900) and novels of politics and revolution such as Nostromo (1904) and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Conrad",1,1,1 ], "Under Western Eyes (1911)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Conrad",1,1,1 ], "born in Poland, noted for sea stories such as The Nigger of the Narcissus (1897) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Conrad",1,1,1 ], "original name Teodor Josef Konrad Korzeniowski| 1857-1924, English novelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conservatism",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain, Canada, etc|) the form of conservatism advocated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conservatism",1,1,1 ], "Conservative Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Conservatism",1,1,2 ], "the policies, doctrines, or practices of the Conservative Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative (in Britain, Canada, and elsewhere)" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "Conservative (in Britain, Canada, and elsewhere)" ,1, 1, 2],"of, supporting, or relating to a Conservative Party",1). c_DEF([ "Conservative (in Britain, Canada, and elsewhere)" ,1, 1, 3],"of, relating to, or characterizing Conservative Judaism",1). c_DEF([ "Conservative (in Britain, Canada, and elsewhere)" ,1, 2, 1],"a supporter or member of a Conservative Party",1). c_DEF([ "Conservative Judaism",1,1,1 ], "a movement opposed to extreme change, favouring certain moderate adaptations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative Judaism",1,1,1 ], "or relaxations of Jewish law and tradition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative Party",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the major right-wing party, which developed from the Tories in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative Party",1,1,1 ], "century has been responsible for some important social legislation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative Party",1,1,1 ], "the 1830s| It advocates a mixed economy, encourages property owning, and in this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative Party",1,1,2 ], "(in Canada) short for Progressive Conservative Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative Party",1,1,3 ], "(in other countries) any of various political parties generally opposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conservative Party",1,1,3 ], "change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Consett",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in N Durham: iron works| Pop|: 35,391 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constable",1,1,1 ], "1776-1837, English landscape painter, noted particularly for his skill in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constable",1,1,1 ], "rendering atmospheric effects of changing light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constance",1,1,1 ], "Lake Constance: tourist centre| Pop|: 61,600 (1970)| German name: Konstanz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constance",1,1,1 ], "a city in S West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg at the outlet of the Rhine from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constance",1,1,2 ], "Bodensee" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Constance",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in W Europe, bounded by West Germany, W Austria, and N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constance",1,1,2 ], "Switzerland, through which the Rhine flows| Area: 536 sq| km| (207 sq| miles)| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constant",1,1,1 ], "original name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constant",1,1,2 ], "Henri Benjamin Constant de Rebecque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constant",1,1,3 ], "1767-1830, French writer and politician: author of the psychological novel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constant",1,1,3 ], "Adolphe (1816)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constanta",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE Rumania, on the Black Sea: founded by the Greeks in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constanta",1,1,1 ], "petroleum| Pop|: 193,720 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Constanta",1,1,1 ], "the 6th century b|c| and rebuilt by Constantine the Great (4th century); exports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine I",1,1,1 ], "a|d|, first Christian Roman emperor (306-337): moved his capital to Byzantium, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| Latin name Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus| 280-337" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine I",1,1,1 ], "he renamed Constantinople (330)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine I",1,1,2 ], "1868-1923, king of Greece (1913-17; 1920-22): deposed (1917), recalled by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine I",1,1,2 ], "plebiscite (1920), but forced to abdicate again (1922) after defeat by the Turks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine II",1,1,1 ], "into exile when the army seized power in 1967" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine II",1,1,1 ], "official title Constantine XIII| born 1940, king of Greece (1964-67): went" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine XI",1,1,1 ], "1404-53, last Byzantine emperor (1448-53): killed when Constantinople was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine XI",1,1,1 ], "captured by the Turks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in NE Algeria: built on an isolated rock; military and trading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Constantine",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 243,558 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Constantinople",1,1,1 ], "the former name (330-1930) of Istanbul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cons|",1,1,1 ], "Constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cons|",1,1,2 ], "Consul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cons|",1,1,3 ], "Conservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continent",1,1,1 ], "the mainland of Europe as distinguished from the British Isles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continental Congress",1,1,1 ], "Independence (1776) and framed the Articles of Confederation (1777)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Continental Congress",1,1,1 ], "and after the War of American Independence| It issued the Declaration of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Continental Congress",1,1,1 ], "the assembly of delegates from the North American rebel colonies held during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continental System",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon's plan in 1806 to blockade Britain by excluding her ships from ports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continental System",1,1,1 ], "on the mainland of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Continental",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of Europe, excluding the British Isles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continental",1,1,2 ], "immediately after the War of American Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Continental",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the 13 original British North American colonies during and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continental",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Europe, excluding the British Isles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continental",1,2,2 ], "a regular soldier of the rebel army during the War of American Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Continental",1,2,3 ], "a currency note issued by the Continental Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conway",1,1,1 ], "1913-77, Irish Roman Catholic cardinal; archbishop of Armagh and primate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Conway",1,1,1 ], "all Ireland (1963-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Con|",1,1,1 ], "Conformist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Con|",1,1,2 ], "Consul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooch Behar",1,1,1 ], "a former state of NE India: part of West Bengal since 1950" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooch Behar",1,1,2 ], "Behar| Pop|: 53,684 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cooch Behar",1,1,2 ], "a city in India, in NE West Bengal: capital of the former state of Cooch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cook Inlet",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific on the coast of S Alaska: part of the Gulf of Alaska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cook Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1976)| Area: 241 sq| km (93 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cook Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the SW Pacific, an overseas territory of New Zealand:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cook Islands",1,1,1 ], "consists of the Lower Cooks and the Northern Cooks|Capital: Raratonga| Pop|: 18,112" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cook Strait",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cook Strait",1,1,1 ], "the strait between North and South Islands, New Zealand| Width: 26 km (16" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cook",2,1,1 ], "Atlantic islands (1768-79)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cook",2,1,1 ], "Australia for Britain, circumnavigated New Zealand, and discovered several Pacific and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cook",2,1,1 ], "Captain James| 1728-79, English navigator and explorer: claimed the E coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cook",2,1,2 ], "Sir Joseph| 1860-1947, Australian statesman, born in England: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cook",2,1,2 ], "of Australia (1913-14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cook's tour",1,1,1 ], "a rapid but extensive tour or survey of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coolgardie safe",1,1,1 ], "Australia| Sometimes shortened to Coolgardie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coolgardie safe",1,1,1 ], "a cupboard with wetted hessian walls for keeping food cool: used esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coolidge",1,1,1 ], "Calvin, nickname Silent Cal| 1872-1933, 30th president of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coolidge",1,1,2 ], "(1923-29)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper",1,1,1 ], "Anthony Ashley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper",1,1,2 ], "Gary, original name Frank Cooper| 1901-61, U|S| film actor; his many films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper",1,1,2 ], "include A Farewell to Arms (1933) and High Noon (1952)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper",1,1,3 ], "Indians, esp| The Last of the Mohicans (1826)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper",1,1,3 ], "James Fenimore| 1789-1851, U|S| novelist, noted for his stories of American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper",1,1,4 ], "Samuel| 1609-72, English miniaturist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper's Creek",1,1,1 ], "(880 miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper's Creek",1,1,1 ], "an intermittent river in E central Australia, in the Channel Country: rises in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper's Creek",1,1,1 ], "central Queensland and flows generally southwest, reaching Lake Eyre only during" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper's Creek",1,1,1 ], "surrounding basin provides cattle pastures after the floods subside| Total length: 1420 km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper's Creek",1,1,1 ], "wet-year floods; scene of the death of the explorers Burke and Wills in 1861; the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper's hawk",1,1,1 ], "a small North American hawk, Accipiter cooperii, having a bluish-grey back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooper's hawk",1,1,1 ], "wings and a reddish-brown breast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cooperative Party",1,1,1 ], "(in Great Britain) a political party supporting the cooperative movement and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cooperative Party",1,1,1 ], "formerly linked with the Labour Party: founded in 1917" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coorg",1,1,1 ], "a former province of SW India: since 1956 part of Karnataka state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cop",1,1,1 ], "a village in W Honduras: site of a ruined Mayan city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copenhagen blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a greyish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copenhagen blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copenhagen",1,1,1 ], "inhabited for some 6000 years: exports chiefly agricultural products; iron and steel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Copenhagen",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Denmark, a port on Zealand and Amager Islands on a site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copenhagen",1,1,1 ], "works; university (1479)| Pop|: 736,951 (1974 est|)| Danish name: Ko/benhavn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Copernican system",1,1,1 ], "planets rotated around the sun and which opposed the Ptolemaic system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Copernican system",1,1,1 ], "the theory published in 1543 by Copernicus which stated that the earth and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copernicus",1,1,1 ], "Polish name Mikolaj Kopernik| 1473-1543, Polish astronomer, whose theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copernicus",1,1,1 ], "the solar system (the Copernican system) was published in 1543" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Copernicus",2,1,1 ], "a conspicuous crater on the moon, over 4000 metres deep and 90 kilometres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copernicus",2,1,1 ], "diameter, from which a system of rays emanates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Copland",1,1,1 ], "born 1900, U|S| composer of orchestral and chamber music, ballets, and film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copland",1,1,1 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Copley",1,1,1 ], "1738-1815, U|S| painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copper Belt",1,1,1 ], "a region of Central Africa, along the Zambia-Zaire border: rich deposits of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copper Belt",1,1,1 ], "copper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Copt",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Coptic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Copt",1,1,2 ], "an Egyptian descended from the ancient Egyptians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coptic Church",1,1,1 ], "the ancient Christian Church of Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coptic",1,1,1 ], "an Afro-Asiatic language, written in the Greek alphabet but descended from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coptic",1,1,1 ], "ancient Egyptian| It was extinct as a spoken language by about 1600 a|d| but survives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coptic",1,1,1 ], "in the Coptic Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Coptic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coptic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Copts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coral Sea",1,1,1 ], "Hebrides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coral Sea",1,1,1 ], "the SW arm of the Pacific, between Australia, New Guinea, and the New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corantijn",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name of Courantyne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corby",1,1,1 ], "1950; iron and steel industry| Pop|: 47,716 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corby",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in N Northamptonshire: designated a new town in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corcovado",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in S Chile, in the Andes| Height: 2300 m (7590 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corcovado",1,1,2 ], "a mountain in SE Brazil, in SW Rio de Janeiro city| Height: 704 m (2310 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corcyra",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Corfu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corday",1,1,1 ], "full name Marie Anne Charlotte Corday d'Armont| 1768-93, French Girondist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corday",1,1,1 ], "revolutionary, who assassinated Marat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cordelier",1,1,1 ], "a Franciscan friar of the order of the Friars Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cordeliers",1,1,1 ], "Paris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cordeliers",1,1,1 ], "a political club founded in 1790 and meeting at an old Cordelier convent in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cordilleras",1,1,1 ], "Alaska to Cape Horn and including the Andes and the Rocky Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cordilleras",1,1,1 ], "the complex of mountain ranges on the W side of the Americas, extending from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cordova",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Cordoba'1 ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cordovan",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Cordoba, Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cordovan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Cordoba, Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corelli",1,1,1 ], "1653-1713, Italian violinist and composer of sonatas and concerti grossi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corfam",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic water-repellent material used as a substitute for shoe leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corfu",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Ionian Sea, in the Ionian Islands: forms, with neighbouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corfu",1,1,1 ], "islands, a department of Greece| Pop|: 92,933 (1971)| Area: 641 sq| km (250 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corfu",1,1,2 ], "Kerkyra|Ancient name: Corcyra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corfu",1,1,2 ], "a port on E Corfu island| Pop|: 28,630 (1971)| Modern Greek name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,1 ], "20,733 (1971)| Modern Greek name: Korinthos" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Greece, in the NE Peloponnese: the modern town is near the site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,1 ], "the ancient city, the largest and richest of the city-states after Athens| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,2 ], "a region of ancient Greece, occupying most of the Isthmus of Corinth and part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,2 ], "of the NE Peloponnese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,3 ], "Peloponnese and central Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,3 ], "an inlet of the Ionian Sea between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,4 ], "Gulf: crossed by the Corinth Canal, making navigation possible between the gulfs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corinth",1,1,4 ], "Isthmus of| a narrow strip of land between the Gulf of Corinth and the Saronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to Corinth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,1,2 ], "characterized by a bell-shaped capital having carved ornaments based on acanthus leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,1,2 ], "of, denoting, or relating to one of the five classical orders of architecture:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,1,3 ], "given to luxury; dissolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,1,4 ], "ornate and elaborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Corinth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,2,2 ], "an amateur sportsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthian",1,2,3 ], "a man about town, esp| one who is dissolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthians",1,1,1 ], "either of two books of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthians",1,1,2 ], "(in full The First and Second Epistles of Paul the Apostle to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corinthians",1,1,2 ], "Corinthians)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coriolanus",1,1,1 ], "5th century b|c|, a legendary Roman general, who allegedly led an army against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coriolanus",1,1,1 ], "Rome but was dissuaded from conquering it by his mother and wife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coriolis force",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical force postulated to explain a deflection in the path of a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coriolis force",1,1,1 ], "effect) is due to the earth's rotation and is to the left in the S hemisphere and to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Coriolis force",1,1,1 ], "moving relative to the earth when observed from the earth| The deflection (Coriolis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coriolis force",1,1,1 ], "the right in the N hemisphere" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cork",1,1,1 ], "(2880 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cork",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW Ireland, in Munster province: crossed by ridges of low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cork",1,1,1 ], "mountains; scenic coastline| County town: Cork| Pop|: 352,883 (1971)| Area: 7459 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cork",1,1,2 ], "a port in S Ireland, county town of Co| Cork, at the mouth of the River Lee:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cork",1,1,2 ], "seat of the University College of Cork (1849)| Pop|: 128,645 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corn Laws",1,1,1 ], "1846" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Corn Laws",1,1,1 ], "foreign competition by the imposition of a heavy duty on foreign corn: repealed in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corn Laws",1,1,1 ], "the laws introduced in Britain in 1804 to protect domestic farmers against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corneille" ,1, 1, 1],"1606-84, French tragic dramatist often regarded as the founder of French",1). c_DEF([ "Corneille" ,1, 1, 1],"classical drama|His plays include",2). c_DEF([ "Corneille" ,1, 1, 2],"Le Cid (1636), Horace (1640), and Polyeucte (1642)",1). c_DEF([ "Corner",1,1,1 ], "Informal| an area in central Australia, at the junction of the borders of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corner",1,1,1 ], "Queensland and South Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cornish pasty",1,1,1 ], "a pastry case with a filling of meat and vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cornish split",1,1,1 ], "another term for Devonshire split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cornish",1,1,1 ], "language, or their present-day dialect of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cornish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Cornwall, its inhabitants, their former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cornish",1,2,1 ], "a former language of Cornwall,, belonging, to, the, S, Celtic, branch, of," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cornish",1,2,1 ], "the, Indo-European family and closely related to Breton: extinct by 1800" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cornish",1,2,2 ], "the| the natives or inhabitants of Cornwall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corno",1,1,1 ], "(9554 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corno",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Italy: the highest peak in the Apennines|Height: 2912 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cornwall",1,1,1 ], "(1357 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cornwall",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW England, including the Scilly Isles: hilly, with a deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cornwall",1,1,1 ], "indented coastline| County town: Truro| Pop|: 407,100 (1976 est|)| Area: 3514 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cornwallis",1,1,1 ], "(1786-93, 1805)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cornwallis",1,1,1 ], "1st Marquis Cornwallis| 1738-1805, British general in the War of American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cornwallis",1,1,1 ], "Independence: commanded forces defeated at Yorktown (1781); governor general of India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coromandel Coast",1,1,1 ], "the SE coast of India, along the Bay of Bengal, extending from Point Calimere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coromandel Coast",1,1,1 ], "to the mouth of the Krishna River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corona Australis" ,1, 2, 1],"a small faint constellation in the S hemisphere between Ara and Pavo",1). c_DEF([ "Corona Borealis" ,1, 2, 1],"Hercules",2). c_DEF([ "Corona Borealis" ,1, 2, 1],"a small compact constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Bootes and",1). c_DEF([ "Corot",1,1,1 ], "1796-1875, French landscape painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Christi",1,1,1 ], "Sunday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Christi",1,1,1 ], "a festival in honour of the Eucharist, observed on the Thursday after Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Christi",2,1,1 ], "Pop|: 212,431 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Christi",2,1,1 ], "a port in S Texas, on Corpus Christi Bay, an inlet of the Gulf of Mexico|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Juris Canonici",1,1,1 ], "Juris Canonici in 1918" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Juris Canonici",1,1,1 ], "the principal compilation of canon law from 1499, superseded by the Codex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Juris Civilis",1,1,1 ], "a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corpus Juris Civilis",1,1,1 ], "the body of Roman or civil law consolidated by Justinian in the 6th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corr",1,1,1 ], "250,559 (1975)| Area: 5888 sq| km (2296 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corr",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France, in Limousin region| Capital: Tulle| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Correggio",1,1,1 ], "1494-1534, Italian painter, noted for his striking use of perspective and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Correggio",1,1,1 ], "foreshortening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corregidor",1,1,1 ], "an island at the entrance to Manila Bay, in the Philippines: site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corregidor",1,1,1 ], "defeat of American forces by the Japanese (1942) in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corriedale",1,1,1 ], "Zealand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Corriedale",1,1,1 ], "a breed of sheep reared for both wool and meat, originally developed in New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corrientes",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Argentina, on the Parana River| Pop|: 131,392 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corse",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Corsica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corsica",1,1,1 ], "France in 1768| Capital: Ajaccio| Pop|: 277,856 (1975)| Area: 8722 sq| km (3367 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Corsica",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Mediterranean, west of N Italy: forms, with 43 islets, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corsica",1,1,1 ], "miles)| French name: Corse" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Corsica",1,1,1 ], "region of France; mountainous; settled by Greeks in about 560 b|c|; sold by Genoa to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cortes" ,1, 1, 1],"Hern''an (ernan)| 1485-1547, Spanish conquistador: defeated the Aztecs and",1). c_DEF([ "Cortes" ,1, 1, 1],"conquered Mexico (1523)",2). c_DEF([ "Cortes",1,1,1 ], "the national assembly of Spain or Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cortot",1,1,1 ], "1877-1962, French pianist, born in Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corunna",1,1,1 ], "the English name for La Coruna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corvus" ,1, 2, 1],"Virgo and Hydra",2). c_DEF([ "Corvus" ,1, 2, 1],"a small quadrilateral-shaped constellation in the S hemisphere, lying between",1). c_DEF([ "Corybant",1,1,1 ], "a wild attendant of the goddess Cybele" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Corydon",1,1,1 ], "(in pastoral literature) a shepherd or rustic: used as a proper name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cor|",1,1,1 ], "Corinthians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cos",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cosa Nostra",1,1,1 ], "Mafia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cosa Nostra",1,1,1 ], "a secret criminal organization active in the U|S|, modelled on the Sicilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cosenza",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Italy, in Calabria| Pop|: 102,232 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cosgrave",1,1,1 ], "(1973-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cosgrave",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, Irish politician; prime minister of the Republic of Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cosmotron",1,1,1 ], "1 GeV)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cosmotron",1,1,1 ], "a large synchrotron for accelerating protons to high energies (of the order of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cossack",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) any of the free warrior-peasants of chiefly East Slavonic descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cossack",1,1,1 ], "who lived in communes, esp| in the Ukraine, and served as cavalry under the tsars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cossack",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Cossacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Costa Brava",1,1,1 ], "a coastal region of NE Spain along the Mediterranean, extending from Barcelona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Costa Brava",1,1,1 ], "to the French border: many resorts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Costa Rica",1,1,1 ], "(19,652 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Costa Rica",1,1,1 ], "Catholic| Currency: colon| Capital: San Jose| Pop|: 1,871,780 (1973)| Area: 50,900 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Costa Rica",1,1,1 ], "a republic in Central America: gained independence from Spain in 1821; mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Costa Rica",1,1,1 ], "mountainous and volcanic, with extensive forests| Language: Spanish| Religion: Roman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Costermansville",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Bukavu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cos|",1,1,1 ], "Companies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cos|",1,1,2 ], "Counties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cotman",1,1,1 ], "1782-1842, English landscape watercolourist and etcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cotonou",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Benin, on the Bight of Benin| Pop|: 178,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cotopaxi",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in central Ecuador, in the Andes: the world's highest active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cotopaxi",1,1,1 ], "volcano| Height: 5896 m (19,457 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cotswold",1,1,1 ], "a breed of sheep with long wool that originated in the Cotswolds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cotswolds",1,1,1 ], "a range of low hills in SW England, mainly in Gloucestershire: formerly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cotswolds",1,1,1 ], "centre of the wool industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cottbus",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in East Germany, on the Spree River| Pop|: 88,034 (1972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cottbus",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cottian Alps",1,1,1 ], "Alps| Highest peak: Monte Viso, 3841 m (12,600 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cottian Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SW Europe, between NW Italy and SE France: part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coue",1,1,1 ], "1857-1926, French psychologist and pharmacist: advocated psychotherapy by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coue",1,1,1 ], "autosuggestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb field",1,1,1 ], "interaction between two such fields produces Coulomb force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb field",1,1,1 ], "the electrostatic field around an electrically charged body or particle| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb",1,1,1 ], "1736-1806, French physicist: made many discoveries in the field of electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb",1,1,1 ], "and magnetism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb's law",1,1,1 ], "electric charges is directly proportional to the product of the charges and inversely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb's law",1,1,1 ], "poles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb's law",1,1,1 ], "proportional to the square of the distance between them| The law also holds for magnetic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Coulomb's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the force of attraction or repulsion between two point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Council of States",1,1,1 ], "another name for Rajya Sabha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Council of Trent",1,1,1 ], "Catholic beliefs and formulated the ideals of the Counter-Reformation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Council of Trent",1,1,1 ], "Trent in S Tyrol| Reacting against the Protestants, it reaffirmed traditional" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Council of Trent",1,1,1 ], "the council of the Roman Catholic Church that met between 1545 and 1563 at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Counter-Reformation",1,1,1 ], "centuries considered as a reaction to the Protestant Reformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Counter-Reformation",1,1,1 ], "the reform movement of the Roman Catholic Church in the 16th and early 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Couperin",1,1,1 ], "1668-1733, French composer, noted for his harpsichord suites and organ music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courantyne",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic, forming the boundary between Guyana and Surinam| Length: 765 km (475 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Courantyne",1,1,1 ], "Dutch name: Corantijn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Courantyne",1,1,1 ], "a river in N South America, rising in S Guyana and flowing north to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courbet",1,1,1 ], "1819-77, French painter, a leader of the realist movement noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courbet",1,1,1 ], "depiction of contemporary life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Courbevoie",1,1,1 ], "an industrial suburb of Paris, on the Seine| Pop|: 54,578 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courland",1,1,1 ], "a region of the W Soviet Union, between the Gulf of Riga and the Lithuanian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courland",1,1,1 ], "border: part of the Latvian SSR| Latvian name: Kurzeme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Appeal",1,1,1 ], "Court in both criminal and civil matters and from the county and crown courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Appeal",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Supreme Court of Judicature that hears appeals from the High" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Common Pleas",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a superior court exercising jurisdiction in civil actions between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Common Pleas",1,1,1 ], "private citizens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Common Pleas",1,1,2 ], "(in some states) a court exercising original and general jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Exchequer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an English civil court where Crown revenue cases were tried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Justiciary",1,1,1 ], "the supreme criminal court in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Court of Session",1,1,1 ], "the highest court of civil jurisdiction in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Court of St| James's",1,1,1 ], "the official name of the royal court of Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Court",1,1,1 ], "1970" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Court",1,1,1 ], "1973 U|S| champion 1962, 1965, 1969-70, and 1973 Wimbledon champion 1963, 1965, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Court",1,1,1 ], "born 1942, Australian tennis player: Australian champion 1960-66, 1969-71, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courtelle",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic acrylic fibre resembling wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courtrai",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Belgium, in West Flanders on the Lys River: the largest producer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Courtrai",1,1,1 ], "of linen in W Europe| Pop|: 44,961 (1970)| Flemish name: Kortrijk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cousin",1,1,1 ], "1792-1867, French philosopher and educational reformer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cousteau",1,1,1 ], "born 1910, French underwater explorer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Covenant",1,1,1 ], "Covenant)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Covenant",1,1,1 ], "any of the bonds entered into by Scottish Presbyterians to defend their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Covenant",1,1,1 ], "religion, esp| one in 1638 (National Covenant) and one of 1643 (Solemn League and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Covenanter",1,1,1 ], "Covenant of 1643 between Scotland and England to establish and defend Presbyterianism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Covenanter",1,1,1 ], "a person upholding the National Covenant of 1638 or the Solemn League and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Covent Garden",1,1,1 ], "a district of central London: famous for its former fruit, vegetable, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Covent Garden",1,1,1 ], "flower market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Covent Garden",1,1,2 ], "the Royal Opera House (built 1858) in Covent Garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coventry",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Coventry",1,1,1 ], "a city in central England, in West Midlands: devastated in World War II;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coventry",1,1,1 ], "modern cathedral (1954-62); industrial centre, esp| for motor vehicles| Pop|: 334,839" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coventry",1,1,2 ], "send to Coventry| to ostracize or ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coverdale",1,1,1 ], "1488-1568, the first translator of the complete Bible into English (1535)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coward",1,1,1 ], "Sir Noel 1899-1973, English dramatist, actor, and composer, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coward",1,1,1 ], "sophisticated comedies, which include Private Lives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coward",1,1,2 ], "(1930) and Blithe Spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coward",1,1,3 ], "(1941)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cowes",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 18,895 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cowes",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, on the Isle of Wight: famous for its annual regatta|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cowichan sweater",1,1,1 ], "Indians in British Columbia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cowichan sweater",1,1,1 ], "a heavy sweater with coloured symbolic designs: knitted originally by Cowichan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cowley",1,1,1 ], "1618-67, English poet and essayist, influenced by the Metaphysical poets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cowper",1,1,1 ], "(1785), and his hymns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cowper",1,1,1 ], "1731-1800, English poet, noted for his nature poetry, such as in The Task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cowper's glands",1,1,1 ], "into the urethra during sexual stimulation in males" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cowper's glands",1,1,1 ], "two small yellowish glands near the prostate that secrete a mucous substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cox",1,1,1 ], "1783-1859, English landscape painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cox's Orange Pippin",1,1,1 ], "a variety of eating apple with sweet flesh and a red-tinged green skin| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cox's Orange Pippin",1,1,1 ], "shortened to Cox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coxsackie virus",1,1,1 ], "any of various viruses that occur in the intestinal tract of man and cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Coxsackie virus",1,1,1 ], "diseases, some of which resemble poliomyelitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Coy|",1,1,1 ], "company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Co|",1,1,1 ], "Company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Co|",1,1,1 ], "County" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Co|",1,1,2 ], "and co" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Co|",1,1,3 ], "(k@@$u)Informal| and the rest of them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cpl|",1,1,1 ], "Corporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cr",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for chromium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crab Nebula",1,1,1 ], "constellation Taurus at an approximate distance of 5000 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crab Nebula",1,1,1 ], "the expanding remnant of the supernova observed in 1054 a|d|, lying in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crab",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Cancer, the fourth sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crabbe",1,1,1 ], "1754-1832, English narrative poet, noted for his depiction of impoverished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crabbe",1,1,1 ], "rural life in The Village (1783) and The Borough (1810)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cracow",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S Poland, on the River Vistula: former capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cracow",1,1,1 ], "country (1320-1609); university (1364)| Pop|: 662,900 (1974 est|)| Polish name: Krakow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crag",1,1,1 ], "a formation of shelly sandstone in E England, deposited during the Pliocene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crag",1,1,1 ], "and Pleistocene epochs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Craig",1,1,1 ], "1872-1966, English theatrical designer, actor, and director| His nonrealistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Craig",1,1,1 ], "scenic design greatly influenced theatre in Europe and the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Craigie",1,1,1 ], "English Dictionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Craigie",1,1,1 ], "Sir William A 1867-1957, Scottish lexicographer; joint editor of the Oxford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Craigie",1,1,2 ], "(1901-33), and of A Dictionary of American English on Historical Principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Craigie",1,1,3 ], "(1938-44)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Craiova",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Rumania, on the Jiul River| Pop|: 194,235 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cranach",1,1,1 ], "1472-1553, German painter, etcher, and designer of woodcuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crane",1,1,1 ], "Hart| 1899-1932, U|S| poet; author of The Bridge (1930)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crane",1,1,2 ], "Stephen| 1871-1900, U|S| novelist and short-story writer, noted particularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crane",1,1,2 ], "for his novel The Red Badge of Courage (1895)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cranko",1,1,1 ], "1927-73, British choreographer, born in South Africa: director of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cranko",1,1,1 ], "Stuttgart Ballet (1961-73)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cranmer",1,1,1 ], "1489-1556, the first Protestant archbishop of Canterbury (1533-56) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cranmer",1,1,1 ], "principal author of the Book of Common Prayer| He was burnt as a heretic by Mary I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cranwell",1,1,1 ], "a village in E England, in Lincolnshire: Royal Air Force College (1920)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crashaw",1,1,1 ], "(1646)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crashaw",1,1,1 ], "1613-49, English religious poet, noted esp| for the Steps to the Temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crassus",1,1,1 ], "115-53 b|c|, Roman general; member of the first triumvirate with Caesar and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crassus",1,1,1 ], "Pompey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crater" ,1, 2, 1],"a small faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Virgo and Hydra",1). c_DEF([ "Crawley",1,1,1 ], "67,709 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crawley",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in NE West Sussex: designated a new town in 1956| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crcy",1,1,1 ], "Crecy-en-Ponthieu (a p@$!tj$o)| English Cressy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Crcy",1,1,1 ], "Years' War when the English defeated the French (1346)| Official name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crcy",1,1,1 ], "a village in N France: scene of the first decisive battle of the Hundred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creation",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by the) God's act of bringing the universe into being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creation",1,1,2 ], "the universe as thus brought into being by God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creator",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) an epithet of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Credo",1,1,1 ], "the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Credo",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of the Creed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cree",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people living in Ontario, Saskatchewan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cree",1,1,1 ], "and Montana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cree",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cree",1,1,3 ], "a syllabic writing system of this and certain other languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creek",1,1,1 ], "Georgia and Alabama, now chiefly in Oklahoma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Creek",1,1,1 ], "a member of a confederacy of North American Indian peoples formerly living in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creek",1,1,2 ], "any of the languages of these peoples, belonging to the Muskhogean family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cremona",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Lombardy on the River Po: noted for the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cremona",1,1,1 ], "fine violins in the 16th-18th centuries| Pop|: 81,983 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,1,1 ], "(in the West Indies and Latin America)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,1,1,1 ], "a native-born person of European, esp| Spanish, ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,1,1,2 ], "a native-born person of mixed European and Negro ancestry who speaks a French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,1,1,2 ], "or Spanish creole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,1,1,3 ], "a native-born Negro as distinguished from one brought from Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,1,2 ], "(in Louisiana and other Gulf States) a native-born person of French ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,1,3 ], "the creolized French spoken in Louisiana, esp| in New Orleans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creole",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of any of these peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Creon",1,1,1 ], "the successor to Oedipus as king of Thebes; the brother of Jocasta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crescendo" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a gradual increase in loudness or the musical direction or symbol indicating",1). c_DEF([ "Crescendo" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"this",2). c_DEF([ "Crescendo" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "Crescendo" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar gradual increase in loudness",1). c_DEF([ "Crescendo" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to increase in loudness or force",1). c_DEF([ "Crescendo" ,1, 3, 1],"with a crescendo",1). c_DEF([ "Cressy",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Crecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cres|",1,1,1 ], "Crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cretaceous",1,1,1 ], "Jurassic and Tertiary periods, lasting 65 million years during which chalk deposits were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cretaceous",1,1,1 ], "formed and flowering plants first appeared" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cretaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the last period of the Mesozoic era, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cretaceous",1,2,1 ], "the| the Cretaceous period or rock system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crete",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 456,642 (1971)| Area: 8331 sq| km (3249 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Kriti" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Crete",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in the E Mediterranean, the largest island of Greece: of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crete",1,1,1 ], "archaeological importance for the ruins of Minoan civilization| Capital: Canea (Khan'ia)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Creuse",1,1,1 ], "151,341 (1975)| Area: 5606 sq| km (2186 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Creuse",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France, in Limousin region| Capital: Gueret| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crewe",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crewe",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Cheshire: major railway junction| Pop|: 51,302" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crichton",1,1,1 ], "1560-82| Scottish scholar and poet, called the Admirable Crichton because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crichton",1,1,1 ], "his alleged talents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crick",1,1,1 ], "DNA; Nobel prize for medicine shared with James Watson and Maurice Wilkins 1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crick",1,1,1 ], "born 1916, English biochemist: helped to discover the helical structure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crimea",1,1,1 ], "1946)| Russian name: Krym" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Crimea",1,1,1 ], "Sea and the Sea of Azov: a former autonomous republic of the Soviet Union (until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crimea",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of the SW Soviet Union, in the S Ukrainian SSR between the Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crimean War",1,1,1 ], "France, Sardinia, and Britain on the other (1853-56)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crimean War",1,1,1 ], "the war fought mainly in the Crimea between Russia on one side and Turkey," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crimplene",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic material similar to Terylene, characterized by its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crimplene",1,1,1 ], "crease-resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crippen",1,1,1 ], "called Doctor Crippen| 1862-1910, U|S| doctor living in England: executed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crippen",1,1,1 ], "poisoning his wife; the first criminal to be apprehended by the use of radio-telegraphy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cripple Creek",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Colorado: gold-mining centre since 1891, once the richest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cripple Creek",1,1,1 ], "in the world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cripps",1,1,1 ], "(1947-50)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cripps",1,1,1 ], "Sir Stafford| 1889-1952, British Labour statesman; chancellor of the exchequer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Criseyde",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Cressida" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crispi",1,1,1 ], "1819-1901, Italian statesman premier (1887-91; 1893-96)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crispin",1,1,1 ], "3rd century a|d|, legendary Roman Christian martyr, with his brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crispin",1,1,1 ], "Crispinian (kr$Is!p$In$I@): they are the patron saints of shoemakers| Feast day: Oct| 25" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cro-Magnon man",1,1,1 ], "Palaeolithic times, having tall stature, long head, and a relatively large cranial capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cro-Magnon man",1,1,1 ], "an early type of modern man, Homo sapiens, who lived in Europe during late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croat",1,1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Croatia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croat",1,1,1,2 ], "(esp| in other parts of Yugoslavia) a speaker of Croatian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croat",1,3,1 ], "another word for Croatian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croatia",1,1,1 ], "(1918)| Capital: Zagreb| Pop|: 4,426,221 (1971)| Area: 56,538 sq| km (22,050 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Croatia",1,1,1 ], "a constituent republic of NW Yugoslavia: settled by Croats in the 7th century;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croatia",1,1,1 ], "belonged successively to Hungary, Turkey, and Austria, until the formation of Yugoslavia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Croatia",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Serbo-Croatian name: Hrvatska" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Croatian",1,1,1 ], "Serbo-Croatian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Croatian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Croatia, its people, or their dialect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croatian",1,2,1 ], "the dialect of Serbo-Croatian spoken in Croatia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croatian",1,2,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Croatia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croatian",1,2,1,2 ], "(esp| in other parts of Yugoslavia) a speaker of the Croatian dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croce",1,1,1 ], "1866-1952, Italian philosopher, critic, and statesman: an opponent of fascism," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croce",1,1,1 ], "he helped re-establish liberalism in post-war Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crockett",1,1,1 ], "known as Davy Crockett| 1786-1836, U|S| frontiersman, politician, and soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crockford",1,1,1 ], "Anglican clergy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crockford",1,1,1 ], "short for Crockford's Clerical Directory, the standard directory of living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crocodile River",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Limpopo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croesus",1,1,1 ], "died 546 b|c|, the last king of Lydia (560-546), noted for his great wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croesus",1,1,2 ], "any very rich man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crohn's disease",1,1,1 ], "inflammation, thickening, and ulceration of any of various parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crohn's disease",1,1,1 ], "intestine, esp| the ileum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Croix de Guerre",1,1,1 ], "a French military decoration awarded for gallantry in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crompton",1,1,1 ], "1753-1827, English inventor of the spinning mule (1779)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell Current",1,1,1 ], "an equatorial Pacific current, flowing eastward from the Hawaiian Islands to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell Current",1,1,1 ], "the Galapagos Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,1 ], "Oliver| 1599-1658, English general and statesman| A convinced Puritan, he was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,1 ], "Protector of the Commonwealth (1653-58)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,1 ], "an effective leader of the parliamentary army in the Civil War| After the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,1 ], "execution of Charles I he quelled the Royalists in Scotland and Ireland, and became Lord" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,2 ], "his son, Richard| 1626-1712, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth (1658-59)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,3 ], "Cardinal Wolsey (1514), after whose fall he became chief adviser to Henry VIII| He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,3 ], "Henry's favour" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,3 ], "Thomas, Earl of Essex| 1485-1540, English statesman| He was secretary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,3 ], "drafted most of the Reformation legislation, securing its passage through parliament," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cromwell",1,1,3 ], "the power of which he thereby greatly enhanced| He was executed after losing" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cronus" ,1, 1, 1],"Cronos, or Kronos n| Greek myth",1). c_DEF([ "Cronus" ,1, 1, 2],"a Titan, son of Uranus (sky) and Gaea (earth), who ruled the world until his",1). c_DEF([ "Cronus" ,1, 1, 2],"son Zeus dethroned him| Roman counterpart: Saturn",2). c_DEF([ "Crookes lens",1,1,1 ], "It reduces the transmission of ultraviolet radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes lens",1,1,1 ], "a type of lens, used in sunglasses, that is made from glass containing cerium|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes radiometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of radiometer consisting of an evacuated glass bulb containing a set of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes radiometer",1,1,1 ], "lightweight vanes, each blackened on one side| The vanes are mounted on a vertical axis and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes radiometer",1,1,1 ], "revolve when light, or other radiant energy, falls on them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes space",1,1,1 ], "a dark region that occurs near the cathode in some low-pressure gas-discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes space",1,1,1 ], "tubes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes tube",1,1,1 ], "a type of cathode-ray tube in which the electrons are produced by a glow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes tube",1,1,1 ], "discharge in a low-pressure gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes",1,1,1 ], "Sir William| 1832-1919, English chemist and physicist: he investigated the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crookes",1,1,1 ], "properties of cathode rays and invented a type of radiometer and the lens named after him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crosby",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Merseyside| Pop|: 57,405 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crosby",2,1,1 ], "crooning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crosby",2,1,1 ], "real name Harry| 1904-77, U|S| singer and film star; famous for his style of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cross River",1,1,1 ], "4,626,317 (1976 est|)| Area: 35,149 sq| km (13,568 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1976):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cross River",1,1,1 ], "South-Eastern State" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cross River",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Nigeria, on the Gulf of Guinea| Capital: Calabar| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cross",1,1,1 ], "the cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cross",1,1,2 ], "the Crucifixion of Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croton bug",1,1,1 ], "another name for the German cockroach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crotone",1,1,1 ], "Achaeans; chemical works and zinc-smelting| Pop|: 50,970 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crotone",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Italy, on the coast of Calabria: founded in about 700 b|c| by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crow",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people living in E Montana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crow",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Siouan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crown Agent",1,1,1 ], "a member of a board appointed by the Minister for Overseas Development to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crown Agent",1,1,1 ], "governments and international bodies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Crown Agent",1,1,1 ], "provide financial, commercial, and professional services for a number of overseas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crown Derby",1,1,1 ], "a type of porcelain manufactured at Derby from 1784-1848, marked with a crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crown Office",1,1,1 ], "(in England) an office of the Queen's Bench Division of the High Court that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crown Office",1,1,1 ], "is responsible for administration and where actions are entered for trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crown",1,1,1 ], "the sovereignty or realm of a monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crown",1,1,1,1 ], "the government of a constitutional monarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crown",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Croydon",1,1,1 ], "(1915-59)| Pop|: 330,600 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Croydon",1,1,1 ], "a Greater London borough (since 1965): formerly important for its airport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crucifixion",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the crucifying of Christ at Calvary, regarded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crucifixion",1,1,1 ], "Christians as the culminating redemptive act of his ministry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crucifixion",1,1,2 ], "a picture or representation of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cruikshank",1,1,1 ], "1792-1878, English illustrator and caricaturist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crummock Water",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria in the Lake District| Length: 4 km (2|5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Crummock Water",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Crutched Friar",1,1,1 ], "a member of a mendicant order, suppressed in 1656" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cruyff",1,1,1 ], "Ajax of Amsterdam (1965-73) and Barcelona (from 1973) captained the Dutch team in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cruyff",1,1,1 ], "born 1947, Dutch footballer: one of the world's leading strikers played for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cruyff",1,1,1 ], "the 1974 World Cup" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cryptozoic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Precambrian rock strata, fauna, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cr|",1,1,1 ], "Counsellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cs",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for caesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Csel",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Saaremaa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ctesiphon",1,1,1 ], "First mentioned in 221 b|c|, it was destroyed in the 7th and 8th centuries a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ctesiphon",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city on the River Tigris about 100 km (60 miles) above Babylon|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cu",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cu-bop",1,1,1 ], "music of the 1940s in which Cuban rhythms are combined with bop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cub Scout",1,1,1 ], "a member of the junior branch of the Scout Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cub",1,1,1 ], "short for Cub scout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba libre",1,1,1 ], "a drink of rum, cola, lime juice, and ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "80 per cent of total exports| Language: Spanish| Currency: peso| Capital: Havana|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "Gulf of Mexico: became a Spanish colony after its discovery by Columbus in 1492;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 9,090,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 114,524 sq| km (44,218 sq| miles)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "U|S| influence until declared a people's republic under Castro in 1960; subject of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "a republic and the largest island in the West Indies, at the entrance to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "an international crisis in 1962, when the U|S| blockaded the island in order to" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "compel the Soviet Union to dismantle its nuclear missile base| Sugar comprises about" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Cuba",1,1,1 ], "gained independence after the Spanish-American War of 1898 but remained subject to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cuban heel",1,1,1 ], "a moderately high heel for a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuchulain",1,1,1 ], "a legendary hero of Ulster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuenca",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Ecuador: university (1868)| Pop|: 79,140 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuenca",1,1,2 ], "a town in central Spain: prosperous in the Middle Ages for its silver and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuenca",1,1,2 ], "textile industries| Pop|: 34,485 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cuernavaca",1,1,1 ], "Cacahuamilpa Caverns| Pop|: 273,986 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cuernavaca",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Mexico, capital of Morelos state: resort with nearby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cufic",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kufic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuiabor Cuyab",1,1,1 ], "103,427 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cuiabor Cuyab",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Brazil, capital of Mato Grosso state, on the Cuiba River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuiabor Cuyab",1,1,2 ], "a river in SW Brazil, rising on the Mato Grosso plateau and flowing southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuiabor Cuyab",1,1,2 ], "into the Sao Lourenco River| Length: 483 km (300 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Culbertson",1,1,1 ], "1891-1955, U|S| authority on contract bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Culebra Cut",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Gaillard Cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Culiac",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Mexico, capital of Sinaloa state| Pop|: 244,645 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Culloden",1,1,1 ], "a moor near Inverness in N Scotland: site of a battle in 1746 in which English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Culloden",1,1,1 ], "troops annihilated the Jacobites under Prince Charles Edward Stuart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Culm",1,1,1 ], "Carboniferous period in parts of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Culm",1,1,1 ], "a formation consisting mainly of shales and sandstone deposited during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cultural Revolution",1,1,1 ], "(in China) a mass movement (1965-68), in which the youthful Red Guard played a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cultural Revolution",1,1,1 ], "and to revolutionize the attitudes and behaviour of the people" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cultural Revolution",1,1,1 ], "prominent part|It was initiated by Mao Tse-tung to destroy the power of the bureaucrats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Culver's root",1,1,1 ], "a tall North American scrophulariaceous plant, Veronicastrum virginicum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Culver's root",1,1,1 ], "having spikes of small white or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Culver's root",1,1,2 ], "the dried roots of this plant, formerly used as a cathartic and emetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cumae",1,1,1 ], "the oldest Greek colony in Italy, founded about 750 b|c| near Naples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuman",1,1,1 ], "South America| Pop|: 119,751 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cuman",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Venezuela: founded in 1523; the oldest European settlement in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cumberland",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of NW England, now part of Cumbria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cumberland",2,1,1 ], "(1746) and his subsequent ruthless destruction of Jacobite rebels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cumberland",2,1,1 ], "Duke of Cumberland, called Butcher Cumberland| 1721-65, English soldier," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cumberland",2,1,1 ], "younger son of George II, noted for his defeat of Charles Edward Stuart at Culloden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbernauld",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Scotland, in E central Strathclyde, northeast of Glasgow:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbernauld",1,1,1 ], "developed as a new town since 1956| Pop|: 31,787 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbria",1,1,1 ], "(since 1974) a county of NW England comprising the former counties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbria",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centres: Carlisle and Kendal|Pop|: 473,600 (1976 est|)|Area: 6806 sq| km (2628" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbria",1,1,1 ], "Westmorland and Cumberland together with N Lancashire: includes the Lake District mountain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbria",1,1,1 ], "area and surrounding coastal lowlands with the Pennine uplands in the extreme east|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbria",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbrian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "(3210 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cumbrian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in NW England, in Cumbria| Highest peak: Scafell Pike, 963 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cummings",1,1,1 ], "preferred typographical representation of name e" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cummings",1,1,1,5 ], "cummings| 1894-1962, U|S| poet, and artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cunaxa",1,1,1 ], "Younger in 401 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cunaxa",1,1,1 ], "the site near the lower Euphrates where Artaxerxes II defeated Cyrus the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuneo",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Italy, in Piedmont| Pop|: 54,505 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cup Final",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by the) the annual final of the F|A| Cup soccer competition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cup Final",1,1,1 ], "played at Wembley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cup Final",1,1,2 ], "the final of any cup competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cupid",1,1,1 ], "counterpart: Eros" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cupid",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of love, represented as a winged boy with a bow and arrow| Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cupid",1,1,2 ], "any similar figure, esp| as represented in Baroque art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cupid's bow",1,1,1 ], "a shape of the upper lip considered to resemble Cupid's double-curved bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curacao",1,1,1 ], "Willemstad| Pop|: 150,008 (1972 est|)| Area: 444 sq| km (173 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curacao",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Caribbean, the largest in the Netherlands Antilles| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curacao",1,1,2 ], "an orange-flavoured liqueur originally made there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curia Regis",1,1,1 ], "(in Norman England) the king's court, which performed all functions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curia Regis",1,1,1 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curie point",1,1,1 ], "and becomes paramagnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curie point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature above which a ferromagnetic substance loses its ferromagnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curie",1,1,1 ], "Marie (ma!ri)| 1867-1934, French physicist and chemist, born in Poland:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curie",1,1,1 ], "discovered with her husband Pierre the radioactivity of thorium, and discovered and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curie",1,1,1 ], "husband and Henri Becquerel, and was awarded a Nobel prize for chemistry (1911)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Curie",1,1,1 ], "isolated radium and polonium| She shared a Nobel prize for physics (1903) with her" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Curie",1,1,2 ], "her husband, Pierre (pj$e$:r)| 1859-1906, French physicist and chemist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curie's law",1,1,1 ], "inversely proportional to its thermodynamic temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curie's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the magnetic susceptibility of a paramagnetic substance is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curie-Weiss law",1,1,1 ], "inversely proportional to the difference between its temperature and its Curie point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curie-Weiss law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the magnetic susceptibility of a paramagnetic substance is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curitiba",1,1,1 ], "(1946)| Pop|: 483,038 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curitiba",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, capital of Parana state: seat of the University of Parana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curry",1,1,1 ], "Olympic Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curry",1,1,1 ], "born 1949, English ice skater: won the figure-skating gold medal in the 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curtin",1,1,1 ], "1885-1945, Australian statesman; prime minister of Australia (1941-45)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curzon",1,1,1 ], "Clifford| born 1907, English pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Curzon",1,1,2 ], "Conservative statesman; viceroy of India (1898-1905)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Curzon",1,1,2 ], "George Nathaniel, 1st Marquis Curzon of Kedleston| 1859-1925, British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cusco",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cuzco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cush",1,1,1 ], "the son of Ham and brother of Canaan (Genesis 10:6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cush",1,1,2 ], "approximately Nubia and the modern Sudan, and the territory of southern (or Upper) Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cush",1,1,2 ], "the country of the supposed descendants of Cush (ancient Ethiopia), comprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cushing",1,1,1 ], "1869-1939, U|S| neurosurgeon: identified the disease named after him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cushing's disease",1,1,1 ], "a rare condition caused by excess corticosteroid hormones, in the body," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cushing's disease",1,1,1 ], "characterized chiefly by obesity of the trunk and face, high blood pressure, fatigue, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cushing's disease",1,1,1 ], "loss of calcium from the bones" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cushitic",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages of Somalia, Ethiopia, NE Kenya, and adjacent regions: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cushitic",1,1,1 ], "subfamily within the Afro-Asiatic family of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cushitic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Custer",1,1,1 ], "1839-76, U|S| general: killed in a battle with the Sioux Indians at Little Big" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Custer",1,1,1 ], "Horn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cutch",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuthbert",1,1,1 ], "English monk; bishop of Lindisfarne| Feast day: March 20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuttack",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, in E Orissa near the mouth of the Mahanadi River: former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuttack",1,1,1 ], "state capital until 1948| Pop|: 194,068 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cutty Sark",1,1,1 ], "a three-masted merchant clipper built in 1869 which held the blue riband for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cutty Sark",1,1,1 ], "many years: now kept at Greenwich, London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cuxhaven",1,1,1 ], "a port in N West Germany, at the mouth of the River Elbe| Pop|: 47,600 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuyab",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cuiaba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuyp",1,1,1 ], "1620-91, Dutch painter of landscapes and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cuzco",1,1,1 ], "Inca remains; university (1692)| Pop|: 121,464 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cuzco",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Peru: former capital of the Inca Empire, with extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cvennes",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: 1754 m (5755 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cvennes",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S central France, on the SE edge of the Massif Central|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cwlth|",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cwmbran",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cwmbran",1,1,1 ], "a new town in SE Wales, in central Gwent, developed in the 1950s| Pop|: 32,614" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cybele",1,1,1 ], "Attis; identified with the Greek Rhea or Demeter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cybele",1,1,1 ], "the Phrygian goddess of nature, mother of all living things and consort of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclades",1,1,1 ], "Greece| Capital: Hermoupolis (Siros)| Pop|: 86,084 (1971)| Area: 2572 sq| km (1003 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclades",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 200 islands in the S Aegean Sea, forming a department of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclades",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Modern Greek name: Kikladhes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclopean",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the Cyclops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclopean",1,1,2 ], "Greek architecture, characterized by large dry undressed blocks of stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclopean",1,1,2 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the kind of masonry used in preclassical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclops",1,1,1 ], "encountered by Odysseus in the Odyssey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyclops",1,1,1 ], "one of a race of giants having a single eye in the middle of the forehead," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cydnus",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for the (River)Tarsus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cygnus" ,1, 2, 1],"Loop",3). c_DEF([ "Cygnus" ,1, 2, 1],"Milky Way|The constellation contains the expanding supernova remnant, the Cygnus",2). c_DEF([ "Cygnus" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Pegasus and Draco in the",1). c_DEF([ "Cygnus" ,1, 2, 2],"It may also contain a black hole",1). c_DEF([ "Cymric",1,1,1 ], "the Welsh language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cymric",1,1,2 ], "the Brythonic group of Celtic languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cymric",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Cymry, any of their languages, Wales, or the Welsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cymry",1,1,1 ], "and Bretons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cymry",1,1,1 ], "the Brythonic branch of the Celtic people, comprising the present-day Welsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cymry",1,1,2 ], "the Welsh people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cynewulf",1,1,1 ], "8th century a|d|, Anglo-Saxon poet; author of Juliana, The Ascension, Elene," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cynewulf",1,1,1 ], "and The Fates of the Apostles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cynic",1,1,1 ], "a member of a sect founded by Antisthenes that scorned worldly things and held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cynic",1,1,1 ], "that self-control was the key to the only good" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cynicism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrines of the Cynics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cynthia",1,1,1 ], "another name for Artemis (Diana)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Cyprus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprian",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling the ancient orgiastic worship of Aphrodite on Cyprus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprian",1,2,1 ], "a licentious person, esp| a prostitute or dancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprian",1,4,1 ], "another word for Cypriot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprian",2,1,1 ], "200-258 a|d|, bishop of Carthage and martyr| Feast day: Sept| 16" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cypriot",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Cyprus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cypriot",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Ancient or Modern Greek spoken in Cyprus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cypriot",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to Cyprus, its inhabitants, or dialects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprus",1,1,1 ], "1974 following a Greek-supported military coup, leading to the virtual partition of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprus",1,1,1 ], "Greek and Turkish| Religions: Greek Orthodox and Muslim| Currency: pound| Capital:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprus",1,1,1 ], "Nicosia| Pop|: 631,778 (1973)| Area: 9251 sq| km (3572 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprus",1,1,1 ], "a colony in 1925; became an independent republic in 1960; invaded by Turkey in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprus",1,1,1 ], "an island in the E Mediterranean: ceded to Britain by Turkey in 1878 and made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyprus",1,1,1 ], "the island| A UN peacekeeping force is currently stationed in Cyprus| Languages:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrano de Bergerac",1,1,1 ], "1619-55, French writer and soldier, famous as a duellist and for his large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrano de Bergerac",1,1,1 ], "nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaic",1,1,1 ], "(in the ancient world) of or relating to the city of Cyrene or the territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaic",1,1,1 ], "of Cyrenaica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the philosophical school founded by Aristippus in Cyrene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaic",1,1,2 ], "that held pleasure to be the highest good" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaic",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Cyrene or Cyrenaica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaic",1,2,2 ], "a follower of the Cyrenaic school of philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaica",1,1,1 ], "Turks, and Italians| Area: 855,370 sq| km (330,258 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaica",1,1,1 ], "a region and former province (1951-63) of E Libya: largely desert; settled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrenaica",1,1,1 ], "the Greeks in about 630 b|c|; ruled successively by the Egyptians, Romans, Arabs," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrene",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city of N Africa, near the coast of Cyrenaica: famous for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrene",1,1,1 ], "medical school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyril",1,1,1 ], "827-869 a|d|, Greek Christian theologian, missionary to the Moravians and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyril",1,1,1 ], "Apostles of the Slavs|Feast day: July 7" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cyril",1,1,1 ], "inventor of the Cyrillic alphabet; he and his brother Saint Methodius were called the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrillic",1,1,1 ], "Russian, Bulgarian, and the Serbian dialect of Serbo-Croatian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrillic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the alphabet derived from that of the Greeks," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrillic",1,1,1 ], "supposedly by Saint Cyril, for the writing of Slavonic languages: now used primarily for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrillic",1,2,1 ], "this alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrus",1,1,1 ], "called the Great or the Elder| died 529 b|c|, king of Persia and founder of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrus",1,1,1 ], "the Persian empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrus",1,1,2 ], "called the Younger| died 401 b|c|, Persian satrap of Lydia: revolted against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyrus",1,1,2 ], "his brother Artaxerxes II, but was killed at the battle of Cunaxa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cythera",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island off the SE coast of the Peloponnese: in ancient times a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cythera",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Cythera",1,1,1 ], "of the worship of Aphrodite| Pop|: 4102 (1970)| Area: about 285 sq| km (110 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cythera",1,1,2 ], "name: Kithera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Cythera",1,1,2 ], "the chief town of this island, on the S coast| Pop|: 682 (1970)|Modern Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cytherea",1,1,1 ], "another name for Aphrodite (Venus)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyzicus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek colony in NW Asia Minor on the S shore of the Sea of Marmara:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Cyzicus",1,1,1 ], "site of Alcibiades' naval victory over the Peloponnesians (410 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czanne",1,1,1 ], "1839-1906, French postimpressionist painter, who was a major influence on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czanne",1,1,1 ], "as the sphere and the cone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Czanne",1,1,1 ], "modern art, esp| cubism, in stressing the structural elements latent in nature, such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Bohemia and Moravia, their people, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,1,1,1 ], "their language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,1,1,2 ], "(loosely) of, relating to, or characteristic of Czechoslovakia or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,2,1 ], "Slavonic branch of the Indo-European family| Czech and Slovak are closely related and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,2,1 ], "mutually intelligible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,2,1 ], "one of the two official languages of Czechoslovakia, belonging to the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,2,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Bohemia or Moravia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czech",1,2,1,2 ], "(loosely) a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Czechoslovakia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovak",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovak",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Czechoslovakia, its peoples, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovak",1,2,1 ], "(loosely) either of the two mutually intelligible languages of Czechoslovakia;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovak",1,2,1 ], "Czech or Slovak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 127,870 sq| km (49,371 sq| miles)| Czech name: vCeskoslovensko" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "Czech Socialist Republic and the Slovak Socialist Republic|It is mostly wooded and" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "Czech and Slovak| Currency: crown| Capital: Prague| Pop|: 14,686,000 (1974 est|)|" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "Dubvcek's attempt to liberalize communism| It now consists of two federal republics, the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "Germany from 1939 until its liberation by the Soviet Union in 1945; became a people's" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in central Europe: formed after the defeat of Austro-Hungary (1918)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "as a nation of Czechs in Bohemia and Moravia and Slovaks in Slovakia; occupied by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "mountainous, with the Carpathians in the east rising over 2400 m (8000 ft|)| Languages:" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Czechoslovakia",1,1,1 ], "republic under the Communists in 1948; invaded by Warsaw Pact troops in 1968, ending" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Czech|",1,1,1 ], "Czechoslovak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czech|",1,1,2 ], "Czechoslovakian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czech|",1,1,3 ], "Czechoslovakia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czernowitz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Chernovtsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czerny",1,1,1 ], "1791-1857, Austrian pianist, composer, and teacher, noted for his studies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czstochowa",1,1,1 ], "195,400 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czstochowa",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S Poland, on the River Warta: pilgrimage centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Czur",1,1,1 ], "administrative region with Provence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Czur",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean coast of France, including the French Riviera: forms an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C| Eng|",1,1,1 ], "chartered engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C| of C|",1,1,1 ], "Chamber of Commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C| of E|",1,1,1 ], "Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C| of S|",1,1,1 ], "Church of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|",1,1,1 ], "(on maps as part of name) Cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|",1,1,2 ], "Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|",1,1,3 ], "Celtic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|",1,1,4 ], "Conservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|",1,1,5 ], "Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|",1,1,1 ], "Central America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|",1,1,2 ], "chartered accountant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|",1,1,3 ], "chief accountant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|",1,1,4 ], "consular agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|",1,1,5 ], "(in Britain) Consumers' Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|A|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Civil Aviation Authority",1). c_DEF([ "C|A|B|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Citizens' Advice Bureau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|B|",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) Civil Aeronautics Board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|F|",1,1,1 ], "cost and freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|A|T|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"College of Advanced Technology",1). c_DEF([ "C|B|",1,1,1 ], "Companion of the (Order of the) Bath (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|B|",1,1,2 ], "County Borough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|B|D|",1,1,1 ], "cash before delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|B|D|",1,1,2 ], "central business district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|B|E|",1,1,1 ], "Commander of the (Order of the) British Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|B|I|",1,1,1 ], "Confederation of British Industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|C|",1,1,1 ], "City Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|C|",1,1,2 ], "County Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|C|",1,1,3 ], "Cricket Club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|C|F|(in Britain)",1,1,1 ], "Combined Cadet Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|D|",1,1,1 ], "Civil Defence (Corps)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|D|",1,1,2 ], "Corps Diplomatique (Diplomatic Corps)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|E|",1,1,1 ], "chief engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|E|",1,1,2 ], "Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|E|",1,1,3 ], "civil engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|E|",1,1,4 ], "Common Entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|E|",1,1,5 ], "Common Era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|E|G|B|",1,1,1 ], "Central Electricity Generating Board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|E|T|",1,1,1 ], "Central European Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|F|",1,1,1 ], "Chaplain to the Forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|F|E|",1,1,1 ], "College of Further Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|G|",1,1,1 ], "captain general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|G|",1,1,2 ], "coastguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|G|",1,1,3 ], "Coldstream Guards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|G|",1,1,4 ], "consul general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|G|M|",1,1,1 ], "Conspicuous Gallantry Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|G|S|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Chief of General Staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|H|",1,1,1 ], "Companion of Honour (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|I|",1,1,1 ], "Channel Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|I|A|",1,1,1 ], "Central Intelligence Agency; a federal U|S| bureau created in 1947 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|I|A|",1,1,1 ], "coordinate and conduct espionage and intelligence activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "C|I|E|(formerly)" ,1, 1, 1],"Companion of the Indian Empire",1). c_DEF([ "C|I|G|S|(in Britain, formerly)" ,1, 1, 1],"Chief of the Imperial General Staff",1). c_DEF([ "C|I|O|",1,1,1 ], "Congress of Industrial Organizations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|J|",1,1,1 ], "Chief Justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|M|F|",1,1,1 ], "Citizen Military Forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|M|G|",1,1,1 ], "Companion of St| Michael and St| George (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|N|D|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament",1). c_DEF([ "C|O|",1,1,1 ], "Commanding Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|O|",1,1,2 ], "conscientious objector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|O|D|",1,1,1 ], "cash on delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|O|D|",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) collect on delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|O|I|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Central Office of Information",1). c_DEF([ "C|P|",1,1,1 ], "Common Prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|P|",1,1,2 ], "Communist Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|P|",1,1,3 ], "Court of Probate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|P|",1,1,4 ], "(in Australia) Country Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|P|O|",1,1,1 ], "Chief Petty Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|P|S|U|",1,1,1 ], "Communist Party of the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|R|",1,1,1 ], "Costa Rica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|R|",1,1,2 ], "Community of the Resurrection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|R|P|(in India)" ,1, 1, 1],"Central Reserve Police",1). c_DEF([ "C|S|",1,1,1 ], "Capital Stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|",1,1,2 ], "chartered surveyor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|",1,1,3 ], "Christian Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|",1,1,4 ], "Christian Scientist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|",1,1,5 ], "Civil Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|",1,1,6 ], "Court of Session" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|C|",1,1,1 ], "Civil Service Commission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|I|R|O| ",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|M| ",1,1,1 ], "Company Sergeant-Major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "Central Standard Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|T|",1,1,1 ], "central time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|T|O|",1,1,1 ], "(of postage stamps) cancelled to order postmarked in sheets for private sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "C|V|O|",1,1,1 ], "Commander of the Royal Victorian Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D and C",1,1,1 ], "and gynaecology involving dilation of the cervix and curettage of the cavity of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D and C",1,1,1 ], "dilation and curettage; a therapeutic or diagnostic procedure in obstetrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D and C",1,1,1 ], "uterus, as for abortion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "D region",1,1,1 ], "kilometres to about 90 kilometres: contains a low concentration of free electrons and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D region",1,1,1 ], "reflects low-frequency radio waves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "D region",1,1,1 ], "the lowest region of the ionosphere, extending from a height of about 60" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D" ,1, 1, 1],"or Ds",1). c_DEF([ "D" ,1, 1, 2],"the fourth letter and third consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "D" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a voiced alveolar stop, as",1). c_DEF([ "D" ,1, 1, 3],"in dagger",2). c_DEF([ "D" ,1, 1, 4],"straight edge in the middle of the baulk line",2). c_DEF([ "D" ,1, 1, 4],"the semicircle on a billiards table having a radius of 11@2 inches and its",1). c_DEF([ "D'Annunzio" ,1, 1, 1],"1863-1938, Italian poet, dramatist, novelist, war hero, and leading",1). c_DEF([ "D'Annunzio" ,1, 1, 1],"Fascist|His works include the poems in",2). c_DEF([ "D'Annunzio" ,1, 1, 2],"and the drama La Figlia di Iorio (1904)",1). c_DEF([ "D'Entrecasteaux Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands in the Pacific, off the SE coast of New Guinea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D'Entrecasteaux Islands",1,1,1 ], "part of Papua New Guinea| Pop|: 100,056 (1966)| Area: 3141 sq| km (1213 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D'Inzeo" ,1, 2, 1],"born 1925, Italian show-jumping riders",1). c_DEF([ "D'Oyly Carte",1,1,1 ], "1844-1901, English impresario noted for his productions of the operettas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D'Oyly Carte",1,1,1 ], "Gilbert and Sullivan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,1,1 ], "a note having a frequency of 29366 hertz (D above middle C) or this value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,1,1 ], "multiplied or divided by any power of 2; the second note of the scale of C major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,1,2 ], "a key, string, or pipe producing this note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,1,3 ], "the major or minor key having this note as its tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,2 ], "deuterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,3 ], "the first derivative of a function, as in D(x#5%3,,x#5%2) = 3x ,2 + 2x" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,4 ], "500|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,5 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,1,6 ], "Germany| Hd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,1 ], "date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,10 ], "diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,11 ], "died" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,12 ], "dinar(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,13 ], "dollar(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,14 ], "dose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,15 ], "drachma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,2 ], "(in animal pedigrees) dam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,3 ], "daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,4 ], "day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,5 ], "degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,6 ], "delete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,7 ], "currency before decimalization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,8 ], "penny or pennies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,2,9 ], "depart(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,3,1 ], "short for ,daglock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D's",1,3,2 ], "a character; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D-day",1,1,1 ], "of Europe on June 6, 1944" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D-day",1,1,1 ], "the day selected for the start of some operation, esp| of the Allied invasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D-notice",1,1,1 ], "an official notice sent to newspapers, etc|, prohibiting the publication of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D-notice",1,1,1 ], "certain security information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D/A",1,1,1 ], "deposit account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D/A",1,1,2 ], "documents for acceptance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D/F",1,1,1 ], "direction finder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D/F",1,1,2 ], "direction finding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D/L",1,1,1 ], "demand loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D/O",1,1,1 ], "delivery order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D/W",1,1,1 ], "dock warrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DC",1,1,1 ], "direct current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DDR",1,1,1 ], "Deutsche Demokratische Republik (East Germany; G|D|R|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DDT",1,1,1 ], "dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane; a colourless odourless substance used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DDT",1,1,1 ], "insecticide| It is toxic to animals and is known to accumulate in the tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "DEW line",1,1,1 ], "acronym for distant early warning line, a network of sensors situated mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DEW line",1,1,1 ], "in Arctic regions to give early warning of airborne attack on North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "DHSS(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Department of Health and Social Security",1). c_DEF([ "DIN",1,1,1 ], "a logarithmic expression of the speed of a photographic film, plate, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DIN",1,1,1 ], "fog level; high-speed films have high numbers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "DIN",1,1,1 ], "given as -10log10E, where E is the exposure of a point 0|1 density units above the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "DK",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Denmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DM",1,1,1 ], "Deutsche Mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DMA",1,1,1 ], "direct memory access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DMSO",1,1,1 ], "dimethylsulphoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DMZ",1,1,1 ], "demilitarized zone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DNA",1,1,1 ], "characteristics from parents to offspring" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "DNA",1,1,1 ], "chromosomes of all organisms (except some viruses)| The DNA molecule consists of two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "DNA",1,1,1 ], "deoxyribonucleic acid; a nucleic acid that is the main constituent of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DNA",1,1,1 ], "deoxyribose and linked by hydrogen bonds between the complementary bases adenine and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "DNA",1,1,1 ], "polynucleotide chains in the form of a double helix, containing phosphate and the sugar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "DNA",1,1,1 ], "protein synthesis, and is responsible for the transmission of hereditary" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "DNA",1,1,1 ], "thymine or cytosine and guanine| DNA is self-replicating, plays a central role in" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "DOD(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Department of Defense",1). c_DEF([ "DOM",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Dominican Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DOVAP",1,1,1 ], "a tracking system for determining the position and velocity of spacecraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DOVAP",1,1,1 ], "missiles, etc|, based on the Doppler effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "DPN",1,1,1 ], "diphosphopyridine nucleotide; the former name for NAD" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DPNH",1,1,1 ], "the reduced form of DPN; the former name for NADH" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DPP" ,1, 1, 1],"Director of Public Prosecutions",1). c_DEF([ "DTL",1,1,1 ], "circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "DTL",1,1,1 ], "diode transistor logic: a stage in the development of electronic logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DX",1,1,1 ], "long distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DX",1,1,2 ], "(of a radio station) indicating that it is far away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "DZ",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Algeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Da Nang",1,1,1 ], "Former name: Tourane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Da Nang",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Vietnam, on the South China Sea| Pop|: 437,668 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dacca",1,1,1 ], "(1921)| Pop|: 1,730,253 (1974)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dacca",1,1,1 ], "and 1660-1704) and of East Pakistan (1949-71); jute and cotton mills; university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dacca",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Bangladesh, in the E central part: capital of Bengal (1608-39" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dachau",1,1,1 ], "a Nazi concentration camp near Munich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dacia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region bounded by the Carpathians, the Tisza, and the Danube," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dacia",1,1,1 ], "later contained the Roman province of the same name (about 105 to 270 a|d|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dacia",1,1,1 ], "roughly corresponding to modern Rumania| United under kings from about 60 b|c|, it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dacron",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name (trademark) for Terylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dada",1,1,1 ], "U|S|, founded on principles of irrationality, incongruity, and irreverence towards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dada",1,1,1 ], "a nihilistic artistic movement of the early 20th century in W Europe and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dada",1,1,1 ], "accepted aesthetic criteria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dadra and Nagar Haveli",1,1,1 ], "a union territory of W India, on the Gulf of Cambay: until 1961" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dadra and Nagar Haveli",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of Portuguese Damao| Capital: Silvana| Pop|: 74,170 (1971)| Area: 489 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dadra and Nagar Haveli",1,1,1 ], "km (191 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Daedalus",1,1,1 ], "an Athenian architect and inventor who built the labyrinth for Minos on Crete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daedalus",1,1,1 ], "and fashioned wings for himself and his son Icarus to flee their imprisonment on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daedalus",1,1,1 ], "the island" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dagan",1,1,1 ], "an earth god of the Babylonians and Assyrians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dagenham",1,1,1 ], "part of the Greater London borough of Barking: motor-vehicle manufacturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dagestan Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 50,278 sq| km (19,416 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dagestan Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, on the Caspian Sea: annexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dagestan Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "from Persia in 1813; rich mineral resources| Capital: Makhachkala| Pop|: 1,428,540" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dagon",1,1,1 ], "a god worshipped by the Philistines, represented as half man and half fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daguerre",1,1,1 ], "1789-1851, French inventor, who devised one of the first practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daguerre",1,1,1 ], "photographic processes (1838)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dahna",1,1,1 ], "another name for Rub` al Khali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dahomey",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1975) of Benin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dairen",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Lu-ta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dakar",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 600,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dakar",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Senegal, on the SE side of Cape Verde peninsula|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dakin's solution",1,1,1 ], "a dilute solution containing sodium hypochlorite and boric acid, used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dakin's solution",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic in the treatment of wounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dakota",1,1,1 ], "South Dakota in 1889" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dakota",1,1,1 ], "a former territory of the U|S|: divided into the states of North Dakota and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dak|",1,1,1 ], "Dakota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daladier",1,1,1 ], "1884-1970, French radical socialist statesman premier of France (1933; 1934;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daladier",1,1,1 ], "1938-40) and signatory of the Munich Pact (1938)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dalai Lama",1,1,1 ], "(until 1959) the chief lama and ruler of Tibet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalai Lama",1,1,2 ], "born 1935, the 14th holder of this office (1940), who fled to India (1959)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dale",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry Hallet| 1875-1968, English physiologist: shared a Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dale",1,1,1 ], "impulses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dale",1,1,1 ], "medicine in 1936 with Otto Loewi for their work on the chemical transmission of nerve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dales",1,1,1 ], "the| short for the Yorkshire Dales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalhousie",1,1,1 ], "9th Earl of, title of George Ramsay| 1770-1838, British general; governor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalhousie",1,1,1 ], "the British colonies in Canada (1819-28)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dalhousie",1,1,2 ], "1812-60, British statesman: governor general of India (1848-56)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dalhousie",1,1,2 ], "his son, 1st Marquis and 10th Earl of, title of James Andrew Broun Ramsay|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dali",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, Spanish surrealist painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dallapiccola" ,1, 1, 1],"1904-75, Italian composer of twelve-tone music|His works include the opera",1). c_DEF([ "Dallapiccola" ,1, 1, 2],"and the ballet Marsia (1948)",1). c_DEF([ "Dallas",1,1,1 ], "President John F| Kennedy (1963)| Pop|: 815,866 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dallas",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Texas, on the Trinity River: scene of the assassination of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalmatia",1,1,1 ], "a region of W Yugoslavia, in Croatia along the Adriatic: mountainous, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalmatia",1,1,1 ], "many offshore islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dalmatian",1,1,1 ], "a large breed of dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalmatian",1,1,1 ], "having a short smooth white coat with black or (in liver-spotted dalmatians) brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dalmatian",1,1,1 ], "spots" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dalmatian",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Dalmatia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalmatian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Dalmatia or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton plan",1,1,1 ], "a system devised to encourage pupils to learn and develop at their own speed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton plan",1,1,1 ], "using libraries and other sources to complete long assignments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton",1,1,1 ], "1766-1844, English chemist and physicist, who formulated the modern form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton",1,1,1 ], "first accurate description of colour blindness, from which he suffered" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton",1,1,1 ], "the atomic theory and the law of partial pressures for gases| He also gave the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the pressure exerted by a mixture of gases in a fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton's law",1,1,1 ], "the whole volume" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dalton's law",1,1,1 ], "volume is equal to the sum of the pressures that each gas would exert if it occupied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dam",1,1,1 ], "Henrik | 1895-1976, Danish biochemist who discovered vitamin K" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dam",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese name for Daman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dam",1,1,2 ], "(1934): Nobel prize for medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dam",1,1,3 ], "(1943)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daman",1,1,1 ], "Area: 456 sq| km (176 sq| miles)| Portuguese name: Damao" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Daman",1,1,1 ], "a region of W India: formerly a district of Portuguese India (1559-1961); part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daman",1,1,1 ], "of the Union Territory of Goa, Daman, and Diu since 1961| Pop|: 38,739 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daman",1,1,2 ], "the chief town of this region, on the coast| Pop|: 9194 (1960)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damanh",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Egypt, in the Nile delta| Pop|: 175,900 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damara",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of South West Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damara",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Khoisan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damaraland",1,1,1 ], "a plateau region of central South West Africa| Pop|: 64,973 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damascene",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Damascus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damascene",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Damascus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damascene",1,2,2 ], "a variety of domestic fancy pigeon with silvery plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damascus steel",1,1,1 ], "a hard flexible steel decorated with wavy markings and used for sword blades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damascus",1,1,1 ], "Arabic names: Dimashq, Esh Sham" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Damascus",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Syria, in the southwest: reputedly the oldest city in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damascus",1,1,1 ], "world, having been inhabited continuously since before 1000 b|c|Pop|: 836,668 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dame",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the title of a woman who has been awarded the Order of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dame",1,1,1 ], "British Empire or any of certain other orders of chivalry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dame",1,1,2 ], "name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dame",1,1,2 ], "the legal title of the wife or widow of a knight or baronet, placed before her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damien",1,1,1 ], "known as Father Damien| 1840-89, Belgian Roman Catholic missionary to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damien",1,1,1 ], "leper colony at Molokai, Hawaii" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Damietta",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 110,000 (1974 est|)| Arabic name: Dumyat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Damietta",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Egypt, in the Nile delta: important medieval commercial centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damocles",1,1,1 ], "a sycophant forced by Dionysius, tyrant of Syracuse, to sit under a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damocles",1,1,1 ], "said it was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Damocles",1,1,1 ], "suspended by a hair to demonstrate that being a king was not the happy state Damocles had" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Damodar",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE India, rising in Bihar and flowing east through West Bengal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Damodar",1,1,1 ], "the Hooghly River: the Damodar Valley is an important centre of heavy industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Damon and Pythias",1,1,1 ], "Pythias returned to save his friend's life, he was pardoned" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Damon and Pythias",1,1,1 ], "for Pythias, who was to be executed for treason by Dionysius of Syracuse| When" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Damon and Pythias",1,1,1 ], "two friends noted for their mutual loyalty| Damon offered himself as a hostage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dampier",1,1,1 ], "1652-1715, English navigator, pirate, and writer: sailed around the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dampier",1,1,1 ], "twice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dan",1,1,1 ], "an archaic title of honour, equivalent to Master or Sir: Dan Chaucer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dan",2,1,1,1 ], "the fourth son of Jacob (Genesis 30:1-6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dan",2,1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dan",2,1,2 ], "a city in the northern territory of Canaan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danae",1,1,1 ], "the mother of Perseus by Zeus, who came to her in prison as a shower of gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danaides",1,1,1 ], "and were punished in Hades by having to pour water perpetually into a jar with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danaides",1,1,1 ], "hole in the bottom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Danaides",1,1,1 ], "the fifty daughters of Danaus| All but Hypermnestra murdered their bridegrooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danaus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Argos who told his fifty daughters, the Danaides, to kill their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danaus",1,1,1 ], "bridegrooms on their wedding night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dandie Dinmont",1,1,1 ], "a breed of small terrier with a long wiry coat and drooping ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dane",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Denmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dane",1,1,2 ], "any of the Vikings who invaded England from the late 8th to the 11th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dane",1,1,2 ], "a|d|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danegeld",1,1,1 ], "protection money for or to finance forces to oppose Viking invaders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danegeld",1,1,1 ], "the tax first levied in the late 9th century in Anglo-Saxon England to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danelaw",1,1,1 ], "law and custom were observed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danelaw",1,1,1 ], "the northern, central and eastern parts of Anglo-Saxon England in which Danish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daniel",1,1,1,1 ], "a youth who was taken into the household of Nebuchadnezzar, received guidance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daniel",1,1,1,1 ], "and apocalyptic visions from God, and was given divine protection when thrown into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daniel",1,1,1,1 ], "the lions' den" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Daniel",1,1,1,2 ], "Prophet Daniel)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daniel",1,1,1,2 ], "the book that recounts these experiences and visions, (in full The Book of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daniel",1,1,2 ], "(often preceded by a) a wise upright person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daniell cell",1,1,1 ], "a type of cell having a zinc anode in dilute sulphuric acid separated by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daniell cell",1,1,1 ], "porous barrier from a copper cathode in copper sulphate solution| It has an emf of 1|1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daniell cell",1,1,1 ], "volts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Danish West Indies",1,1,1 ], "1917 and since then named the Virgin Islands of the United States" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danish West Indies",1,1,1 ], "the former possession of Denmark in the W Lesser Antilles, sold to the U|S| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danish blue",1,1,1 ], "a strong-tasting white cheese with blue veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danish loaf",1,1,1 ], "a large white loaf with a centre split having the top crust dusted with flour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danish loaf",1,1,1 ], "esp| one baked on the sole of the oven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danish pastry",1,1,1 ], "a rich flaky pastry filled with apple, almond paste, icing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Denmark, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danish",1,2,1 ], "the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danish",1,2,1 ], "the official language of Denmark, belonging to the North Germanic branch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danish",1,2,2 ], "the Danish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danish",1,2,3 ], "(functioning as pl|) the people of Denmark collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danmark",1,1,1 ], "the Danish name for Denmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dano-Norwegian",1,1,1 ], "another name for Bokm'al" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dante",1,1,1 ], "Commedia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dante",1,1,1 ], "full name Dante Alighieri 1265-1321, Italian poet famous for La Divina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dante",1,1,2 ], "(??1309-??1320), an allegorical account of his journey through Hell," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dante",1,1,2 ], "Purgatory, and Paradise, guided by Virgil and his idealized love Beatrice| His other works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dante",1,1,2 ], "include La Vita Nuova" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dante",1,1,3 ], "(??1292), in which he celebrates his love for Beatrice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danton",1,1,1 ], "1759-94, French revolutionary leader: a founder member of the Committee of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danton",1,1,1 ], "Public Safety (1793) and minister of justice (1792-94)|He was overthrown by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danton",1,1,1 ], "Robespierre and guillotined" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Danube",1,1,1 ], "Donau|Czech name: Dunaj|Hungarian name: Duna|Serbo-Croat name: Dunav|Rumanian name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Danube",1,1,1 ], "Dunvarea" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Danube",1,1,1 ], "a river in central and SE Europe, rising in the Black Forest in West Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danube",1,1,1 ], "and flowing to the Black Sea| Length: 2859 km (1776 miles)| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Danzig",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Gdansk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Danzig",1,1,2 ], "a rare variety of domestic fancy pigeon originating in this area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dan|",1,1,1 ], "Daniel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dan|",1,1,2 ], "Danish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daphne",1,1,1 ], "a nymph who was saved from the amorous attentions of Apollo by being changed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daphne",1,1,1 ], "into a laurel tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daphnis and Chloe",1,1,1 ], "Greek writer Longus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daphnis and Chloe",1,1,1 ], "two lovers in pastoral literature, esp| in a prose idyll attributed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daphnis",1,1,1 ], "a Sicilian shepherd, the son of Hermes and a nymph, who was regarded as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daphnis",1,1,1 ], "inventor of pastoral poetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dapsang",1,1,1 ], "another name for K2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dar es Salaam",1,1,1 ], "East Africa (1891-1916); university (1963)| Pop|: 517,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dar es Salaam",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Tanzania, on the Indian Ocean: capital of German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darby and Joan",1,1,1 ], "an ideal elderly married couple living in domestic harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darby and Joan",1,1,2 ], "Darby and Joan Club|a club for elderly people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dardan",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Trojan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dardanelles",1,1,1 ], "Asian Turkey| Ancient name: Hellespont" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dardanelles",1,1,1 ], "the strait between the Aegean and the Sea of Marmara, separating European from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dardanus",1,1,1 ], "the son of Zeus and Electra who founded the royal house of Troy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dardic",1,1,1 ], "and E Afghanistan, regarded as a subbranch of the Indic branch of the Indo-European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dardic",1,1,1 ], "belonging or relating to a group of languages spoken in Kashmir, N Pakistan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dardic",1,1,1 ], "family but showing certain Iranian characteristics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dardic",1,2,1 ], "this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darfur",1,1,1 ], "(191,650 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Darfur",1,1,1 ], "a province of the W Sudan since 1916; an independent kingdom until conquered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darfur",1,1,1 ], "by Egypt in 1874| Capital: El Fasher| Pop|: 1,838,707 (1973)| Area: 496,373 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darien",1,1,1 ], "Caribbean coast and the Gulf of San Miguel on the Pacific coast; chiefly within the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darien",1,1,1 ], "republic of Panama but extending also into Colombia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Darien",1,1,1 ], "the E part of the Isthmus of Panama, between the Gulf of Darien on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darien",1,1,2 ], "(da!rjen)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darien",1,1,2 ], "Isthmus of| the former name of the Isthmus of Panama| Spanish name: Darien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dario",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Felix Ruben Garcia Sarmiento| 1867-1916, Nicaraguan poet whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dario",1,1,1 ], "poetry includes Prosas Profanas (1896)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darius I",1,1,1 ], "(500)| He led two expeditions against Greece but was defeated at Marathon (490)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Darius I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great, surname Hystaspis| 550-486 b|c|, king of Persia (521-486)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darius I",1,1,1 ], "who extended the Persian empire and crushed the revolt of the Ionian city states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darius III",1,1,1 ], "Alexander the Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darius III",1,1,1 ], "died 330 b|c|, last Achaemenid king of Persia (336-330), who was defeated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darjeeling",1,1,1 ], "2250 m (7500 ft|)| Pop|: 42,873 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darjeeling",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE India, in West Bengal in the Himalayas, at an altitude of about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darjeeling",1,1,2 ], "a high-quality black tea grown in the mountains around Darjeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dark Ages",1,1,1 ], "considered an unenlightened period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dark Ages",1,1,1 ], "the period from about the late 5th century a|d| to about 1000 a|d|, once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dark Ages",1,1,2 ], "(occasionally) the whole medieval period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dark Continent",1,1,1 ], "a term for Africa when it was relatively unexplored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darlan",1,1,1 ], "1881-1942, French admiral and member of the Vichy government|He cooperated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darlan",1,1,1 ], "with the Allies after their invasion of North Africa assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darling Downs",1,1,1 ], "a plateau in NE Australia, in SE Queensland: a vast agricultural and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darling Downs",1,1,1 ], "stock-raising area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darling Range",1,1,1 ], "573 m (1910 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darling Range",1,1,1 ], "a ridge in SW Western Australia, parallel to the coast| Highest point: about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darling River",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Australia, rising in the Eastern Highlands and flowing southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darling River",1,1,1 ], "to the Murray River| Length: 2740 km (1702 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darling",1,1,1 ], "1815-42, English national heroine, famous for her rescue (1838) of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darling",1,1,1 ], "shipwrecked sailors with her father, a lighthouse keeper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darlington",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NE England in S Durham: developed mainly with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darlington",1,1,1 ], "opening of the Stockton-Darlington railway (1825)| Pop|: 85,889 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darmstadt",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central West Germany, in Hesse: former capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darmstadt",1,1,1 ], "grand duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (1567-1945)| Pop|: 140,509 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darnley",1,1,1 ], "of Mary Queen of Scots and father of James I of England| After murdering his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darnley",1,1,1 ], "title of Henry Stuart (or Stewart)| 1545-67, Scottish nobleman; second husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darnley",1,1,1 ], "wife's secretary, Rizzio (1566), he was himself assassinated (1567)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dartford",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in NW Kent| Pop|: 45,670 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmoor",1,1,1 ], "Area: 945 sq| km (365 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmoor",1,1,1 ], "a moorland plateau in SW England, in SW Devon: a national park since 1951|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmoor",1,1,2 ], "a prison in SW England, on Dartmoor: England's main prison for long-term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmoor",1,1,2 ], "convicts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmoor",1,1,3 ], "a small strong breed of pony, originally from Dartmoor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmoor",1,1,4 ], "a hardy coarse-wooled breed of sheep, originally from Dartmoor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmouth",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmouth",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW England, in S Devon: Royal Naval College (1905)| Pop|: 5696" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmouth",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Canada, in S Nova Scotia, on Halifax Harbour: oil refineries and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dartmouth",1,1,2 ], "shipyards| Pop|: 64,770 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",1,1,1 ], "(1869-1911): Palmerston" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Australia, capital of the Northern Territory: destroyed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",1,1,1 ], "cyclone in 1974 but rebuilt on the same site| Pop|: 35,281 (1971)| Former name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,1 ], "Charles 1809-82, English naturalist who formulated the theory of evolution by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,1 ], "natural selection, expounded in On the Origin of Species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,2 ], "(1859) and applied to man in The Descent of Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,3 ], "(1871)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,4 ], "Erasmus, grandfather of Charles Darwin| 1731-1802, English physician and poet;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,4 ], "author of Zoonomia, or the Laws of Organic Life (1794-96), anticipating Lamarck's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,4 ], "views on evolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,5 ], "Sir George Howard, son of Charles Darwin| 1845-1912, English astronomer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin",2,1,5 ], "mathematician noted for his work on tidal friction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin's finches",1,1,1 ], "great variation in bill structure and feeding habits: provided Darwin with evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin's finches",1,1,1 ], "the finches of the subfamily Geospizinae, of the Galapagos Islands, showing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwin's finches",1,1,1 ], "to support his theory of evolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Darwinian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Charles Darwin or his theory of evolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwinian",1,2,1 ], "a person who accepts, supports, or uses this theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Darwinism",1,1,1 ], "process of natural selection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Darwinism",1,1,1 ], "the theory of the origin of animal and plant species by evolution through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dasht-i-Kavir",1,1,1 ], "a salt waste on the central plateau of Iran: a treacherous marsh beneath a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dasht-i-Kavir",1,1,1 ], "salt crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dasht-i-Lut",1,1,1 ], "a desert plateau in central and E central Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Datuk",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, Malaysian statesman prime minister of Malaysia since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daubigny",1,1,1 ], "1817-78, French landscape painter associated with the Barbizon School" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daudet" ,1, 1, 1],"1840-97, French novelist, short-story writer, and dramatist: noted",1). c_DEF([ "Daudet" ,1, 1, 1],"particularly for his humorous sketches of Provencal life, as in",2). c_DEF([ "Daugava",1,1,1 ], "the Latvian name for the Western Dvina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daugavpils",1,1,1 ], "(1772-1915); retaken by the Russians in 1940| Pop|: 110,000 (1975 est|)| German name (until" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Daugavpils",1,1,1 ], "1893): Dunaburg|Former Russian name (1893-1920): Dvinsk" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Daugavpils",1,1,1 ], "River: founded in 1274 by Teutonic Knights; ruled by Poland (1559-1772) and Russia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daugavpils",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, in the SE Latvian SSR on the Western Dvina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daughters of the American Revolution",1,1,1 ], "Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daughters of the American Revolution",1,1,1 ], "an organization of women descended from patriots of the period of the War of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daumier",1,1,1 ], "1808-79, French painter and lithographer, noted particularly for his political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daumier",1,1,1 ], "and social caricatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dauphin",1,1,1 ], "a former province of SE France: its rulers, the Counts of Vienne, assumed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dauphin",1,1,1 ], "title of dauphin;annexed to France in 1457" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davao",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Philippines, in SE Mindanao| Pop|: 515,520 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "David I",1,1,1 ], "1084-1153, king of Scotland (1124-53) who supported his niece Matilda's claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "David I",1,1,1 ], "to the English throne and unsuccessfully invaded England on her behalf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,1 ], "kingdom with Jerusalem as its capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,1 ], "the second king of the Hebrews (about 1000-962 b|c|), who united Israel as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,2 ], "Intervention of the Sabine Women (1799)| He actively supported the French Revolution and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,2 ], "Jacques Louis (#f$ak !lwi)| 1748-1825, French neoclassical painter of such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,2 ], "became court painter to Napoleon Bonaparte in 1804; banished at the Bourbon" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,2 ], "restoration" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,2 ], "works as the Oath of the Horatii (1784), Death of Socrates (1787), and The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,3 ], "1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "David",1,1,3 ], "Saint| 6th-century a|d| Welsh bishop; patron saint of Wales| Feast day: March" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davies",1,1,1 ], "Peter Maxwell| born 1934, English composer| His style owes a considerable debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davies",1,1,1 ], "to medieval music; works include the opera Taverner (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davies",1,1,2 ], "Super-tramp (1908)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davies",1,1,2 ], "William Henry| 1871-1940, Welsh poet, noted also for his Autobiography of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis Cup",1,1,1 ], "an annual international lawn tennis championship for men's teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis Cup",1,1,2 ], "the trophy awarded for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis Strait",1,1,1 ], "a strait between Baffin Island, in Canada, and Greenland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,1 ], "(1934), Jezebel (1938), Whatever Happened to Baby Jane(1962), and The Nanny (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,1 ], "Bette | born 1908, U|S| film actress, whose films include Of Human Bondage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,2 ], "Colin| born 1927, English conductor, noted for his interpretation of the music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,2 ], "of Berlioz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,3 ], "Civil War (1861-65)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,3 ], "Jefferson| 1808-89, president of the Confederate States of America during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,4 ], "Joe| 1901-78, English billiards and snooker player: world champion from 1927" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,4 ], "to 1946" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,5 ], "John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davis",1,1,6 ], "Miles| born 1926, U|S| jazz trumpeter and composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davy Jones",1,1,1 ], "at sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Davy Jones",1,1,1 ], "the ocean's bottom, esp| when regarded as the grave of those lost or buried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davy Jones",1,1,2 ], "the spirit or devil of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davy",1,1,1 ], "He invented the Davy lamp" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Davy",1,1,1 ], "Sir Humphrey| 1778-1829, English chemist who isolated sodium, magnesium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Davy",1,1,1 ], "chlorine, and other elements and suggested the electrical nature of chemical combination|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dawes",1,1,1 ], "(1925-29); Nobel peace prize 1925" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dawes",1,1,1 ], "1865-1951, U|S| financier, diplomat, and statesman, who devised the Dawes Plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dawes",1,1,1 ], "for German reparations payments after World War I; vice president of the U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dawson Creek",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 11,885 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dawson Creek",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Canada, in NE British Columbia: SE terminus of the Alaska Highway|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dawson",1,1,1 ], "Klondike gold rush (at its height in 1899)| Pop|: 762 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dawson",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Canada, in the Yukon on the Yukon River: a boom town during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Day of Atonement",1,1,1 ], "another name for Yom Kippur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Day of Judgment",1,1,1 ], "another name for Judgment Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Day-Lewis",1,1,1 ], "1904-72, English poet, critic, and (under the pen name Nicholas Blake) author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Day-Lewis",1,1,1 ], "of detective stories; poet laureate (1968-72)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dayak",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Dyak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dayan",1,1,1 ], "and foreign minister since 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dayan",1,1,1 ], "born 1915, Israeli soldier and statesman minister of defence (1967; 1969-74)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dayton",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW Ohio: aviation research centre| Pop|: 214,377 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dayton",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daytona Beach",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Florida, on the Atlantic: a resort with a beach of hard white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Daytona Beach",1,1,1 ], "sand, used since 1903 for motor speed trials| Pop|: 45,327 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Daz de Bivar",1,1,1 ], "the original name of (El)Cid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De Forest" ,1, 1, 1],"Lee",1). c_DEF([ "De Forest" ,1, 1, 2],"1873-1961, U|S| inventor of telegraphic, telephonic, and radio equipment:",1). c_DEF([ "De Forest" ,1, 1, 2],"patented the first triode valve (1907",2). c_DEF([ "De Forest" ,1, 2, 1],"to remove the triggering device of (a bomb, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "De Forest" ,1, 2, 2],"to remove the cause of tension from (a crisis, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "De La Warr",1,1,1 ], "in America; first governor of Virginia (1610)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "De La Warr",1,1,1 ], "title of Thomas West, known as Lord Delaware| 1577-1618, English administrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De Mille",1,1,1 ], "1881-1959, U|S| motion-picture producer and director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De Quincey",1,1,1 ], "1785-1859, English critic and essayist, noted particularly for his Confessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De Quincey",1,1,1 ], "of an English Opium Eater (1821)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "De Soto",1,1,1 ], "1500-42, Spanish explorer, who discovered the Mississippi river (1541)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De Stijl",1,1,1 ], "Mondrian and van Doesburg, devoted to neoplasticism and then dada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "De Stijl",1,1,1 ], "a group of artists and architects in the Netherlands in the 1920s, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De Vries",1,1,1 ], "1848-1935, Dutch botanist, who rediscovered Mendel's laws and developed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De Vries",1,1,1 ], "mutation theory of evolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "De la Mare",1,1,1 ], "1873-1956, English poet and novelist, noted esp| for his evocative verse for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "De la Mare",1,1,1 ], "and Peacock Pie (1913) and the novel Memoirs of a Midget (1921)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "De la Mare",1,1,1 ], "children| His works include the volumes of poetry The Listeners and Other Poems (1912)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Heart",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Heart",1,1,2 ], "the remote interior of Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Sea Scrolls",1,1,1 ], "Dead Sea between 1947 and 1956| They are widely held to have been written between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Sea Scrolls",1,1,1 ], "a collection of manuscripts in Hebrew and Aramaic discovered in caves near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Sea Scrolls",1,1,1 ], "about 100 b|c| and 68 a|d| and provide important biblical evidence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Sea",1,1,1 ], "a lake between Israel and Jordan, 397 m (1302 ft|) below sea level: the lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Sea",1,1,1 ], "lake in the world, with no outlet and very high salinity| Area: 1020 sq| km (394 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dead Sea",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Deakin",1,1,1 ], "1856-1919, Australian statesman| He was a leader of the movement for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deakin",1,1,1 ], "Australian federation; prime minister of Australia (1903-04; 1905-08; 1909-10)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dean of Faculty",1,1,1 ], "the president of the Faculty of Advocates in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dear John letter",1,1,1 ], "a letter from a girl breaking off a love affair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dearborn",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dearborn",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Michigan, near Detroit: automobile industry| Pop|: 104,199" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Death Valley",1,1,1 ], "a desert valley in E California and W Nevada: the lowest, hottest, and driest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Death Valley",1,1,1 ], "area of the U|S| Lowest point: 86 m (282 ft|) below sea level| Area: about 3885 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Death Valley",1,1,1 ], "km (1500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Deauville",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in NW France: casino| Pop|: 5370 (1968)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deborah",1,1,1 ], "a prophetess and judge of Israel who fought the Canaanites (Judges 4, 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deborah",1,1,2 ], "Rebekah's nurse (Genesis 35:8)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Debrecen",1,1,1 ], "179,755 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Debrecen",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Hungary: seat of the revolutionary government of 1849| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Debs",1,1,1 ], "(1900-20)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Debs",1,1,1 ], "1855-1926, U|S| labour leader; five times Socialist presidential candidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Debussy",1,1,1 ], "(Achille)Claude| 1862-1918, French composer and critic, the creator of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Debussy",1,1,1 ], "Pelleas et Melisande (1902), and many piano pieces and song settings" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Debussy",1,1,1 ], "Prelude a l'apres-midi d'un faune (1894) and La Mer (1905) for orchestra, the opera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Debussy",1,1,1 ], "impressionism in music and a profound influence on contemporary composition|His works include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Decalogue",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Ten Commandments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Decapolis",1,1,1 ], "Palestine: established in 63 b|c| by Pompey and governed by Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Decapolis",1,1,1 ], "a league of ten cities, including Damascus, in the northeast of ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deccan",1,1,1 ], "Narmada River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deccan",1,1,1 ], "a plateau in S India, between the Eastern Ghats, the Western Ghats, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deccan",1,1,2 ], "the whole Indian peninsula south of the Narmada River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "December",1,1,1 ], "the twelfth and last month of the year, consisting of 31 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Decembrist",1,1,1 ], "a participant in the unsuccessful revolt against Tsar Nicolas I in Dec| 1825" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Decker",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Thomas)Dekker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Declaration of Independence",1,1,1 ], "1776, which asserted the freedom and independence of the 13 Colonies from Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Declaration of Independence",1,1,1 ], "Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Declaration of Independence",1,1,1 ], "the proclamation made by the second American Continental Congress on July 4," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Declaration of Independence",1,1,2 ], "the document formally recording this proclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Decorated style",1,1,1 ], "a 14th-century style of English architecture characterized by the ogee arch," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Decorated style",1,1,1 ], "geometrical tracery, and floral decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Decretals",1,1,1 ], "an authoritative compilation of decretals, as those of Gregory IX (1234)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dec|",1,1,1 ], "December" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dedagach",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until the end of World War I) of Alexandroupolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dee",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Wales and NW England, rising in S Gwynedd and flowing east and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dee",1,1,1 ], "north to the Irish Sea| Length: about 112 km (70 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dee",1,1,2 ], "Sea| Length: about 140 km (87 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dee",1,1,2 ], "a river in NE Scotland, rising in the Cairngorms and flowing east to the North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dee",1,1,3 ], "(50 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dee",1,1,3 ], "a river in S Scotland, flowing south to the Solway Firth| Length: about 80 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deep South",1,1,1 ], "and Louisiana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deep South",1,1,1 ], "the SE part of the U|S|, esp| South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Defender of the Faith",1,1,1 ], "monarchs of England| Latin: Fidei Defensor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Defender of the Faith",1,1,1 ], "the King's pamphlet attacking Luther's doctrines and retained by subsequent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Defender of the Faith",1,1,1 ], "the title conferred upon Henry VIII by Pope Leo X in 1521 in recognition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Defoe",1,1,1 ], "1660-1731, English novelist, journalist, and pamphleteer, noted particularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Defoe",1,1,1 ], "and A Journal of the Plague Year (1722)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Defoe",1,1,1 ], "for his novel Robinson Crusoe (1719)| His other novels include Moll Flanders (1722)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Degas",1,1,1 ], "Hilaire Germain Edgar (il$e$:r #f$erm$e $ed!gar)| 1834-1917, French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Degas",1,1,1 ], "convey movement, esp| in his studies of horse racing and ballet dancers| " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Degas",1,1,1 ], "impressionist painter and sculptor, noted for his brilliant draughtsmanship and ability to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dehra Dun",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in NW Uttar Pradhesh| Pop|: 166,073 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deianira",1,1,1 ], "a sister of Meleager and wife of Hercules| She unintentionally killed Hercules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deianira",1,1,1 ], "be a love charm" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Deianira",1,1,1 ], "by dipping his tunic in the poisonous blood of the Centaur Nessus, thinking it to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deimos",1,1,1 ], "planet| Approximate diameter: 13 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deimos",1,1,1 ], "the smaller of the two satellites of Mars and the more distant from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deirdre",1,1,1 ], "the beautiful daughter of a court bard, often used to symbolize Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deity",1,1,1 ], "the Supreme Being; God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dekker",1,1,1 ], "(1609)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dekker",1,1,1 ], "1572-1632, English dramatist and pamphleteer, noted particularly for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dekker",1,1,1 ], "comedy The Shoemaker's Holiday (1600) and his satirical pamphlet The Gull's Hornbook" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delacroix",1,1,1 ], "(Ferdinand Victor)Eugene| 1798-1863, French romantic painter whose use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delacroix",1,1,1 ], "colour and free composition influenced impressionism|His paintings of historical and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delacroix",1,1,1 ], "contemporary scenes include The Massacre at Chios (1824)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Delagoa Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Indian Ocean, in S Mozambique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delaunay",1,1,1 ], "1885-1941, French painter, whose abstract use of colour characterized Orphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",1,1,1 ], "River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living near the Delaware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",2,1,1 ], "an American variety of grape that has sweet light red fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",3,1,1 ], "Capital: Dover| Pop|: 548,104 (1970)| Area: 5328 sq| km| (2057 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",3,1,1 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|, on the Delmarva Peninsula: mostly flat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",3,1,1 ], "low-lying, with hills in the extreme north and cypress swamps in the extreme south|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",3,1,2 ], "a river in the northeastern U|S|, rising in the Catskill Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delaware",3,1,2 ], "south into Delaware Bay, an inlet of the Atlantic| Length 660 km (410 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deledda" ,1, 1, 1],"1875-1936, Italian novelist, noted for works, such as",1). c_DEF([ "Deledda" ,1, 1, 2],"on peasant life in Sardinia: Nobel prize for literature 1926|",1). c_DEF([ "Delft",1,1,1 ], "a town in the SW Netherlands, in South Holland province| Pop|: 87,777 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delft",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delft",1,1,2 ], "blue decoration on a white ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delft",1,1,2 ], "tin-glazed earthenware made in Delft since the 17th century, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delft",1,1,3 ], "a similar earthenware made in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delgado",1,1,1 ], "a headland on the extreme NE coast of Mozambique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delhi",1,1,1 ], "(1971);(New Delhi) 301,801 (1971)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Delhi",1,1,1 ], "Delhi, which date from the 15th century b|c|) and New Delhi to the south, chosen as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Delhi",1,1,1 ], "Old Delhi (a walled city reconstructed in 1639 on the site of former cities of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delhi",1,1,1 ], "the capital in 1911, replacing Calcutta; university (1922)| Pop|: (total) 3,287,883" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Delhi",1,1,1 ], "the capital of India, in the N central part, on the Jumna river: consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delhi",1,1,2 ], "a Union Territory of N India| Capital: Delhi| Area: 1418 sq| km (553 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delhi",1,1,2 ], "miles)| Pop|: 4,065,698 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delian League",1,1,1 ], "an alliance of ancient Greek states formed in 478-77 b|c| to fight Persia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Delos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Delos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Delius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delibes",1,1,1 ], "(Clement Philibert)Leo| 1836-91, French composer, noted particularly for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delibes",1,1,1 ], "ballets Coppelia (1870) and Sylvia (1876), and the opera Lakme (1883)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delilah",1,1,1 ], "Samson's Philistine mistress, who deprived him of his strength by cutting off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delilah",1,1,1 ], "his hair (Judges 16:4-22)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delilah",1,1,2 ], "a voluptuous and treacherous woman; temptress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delius",1,1,1 ], "1862-1934, English composer, who drew inspiration from folk tunes and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delius",1,1,1 ], "Mass of Life (1905), and the orchestral variations Brigg Fair (1907)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Delius",1,1,1 ], "sounds of nature| His works include the opera A Village Romeo and Juliet (1901), A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delmarva Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of the northeast U|S|, between Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delorme",1,1,1 ], "1510-70, French Renaissance architect of the Tuileries, Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delos",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the SW Aegean Sea, in the Cyclades: a commercial centre in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delos",1,1,1 ], "ancient times; the legendary birthplace of Apollo and Artemis| Area: about 5 sq| km (2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delos",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Dhilos" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Delphi",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city on the S slopes of Mount Parnassus: site of the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delphi",1,1,1 ], "famous oracle of Apollo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delphic oracle",1,1,1 ], "be of great authority but also noted for their ambiguity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delphic oracle",1,1,1 ], "the oracle of Apollo at Delphi that gave answers held by the ancient Greeks to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delphic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Delphi or its oracle or temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delphic",1,1,2 ], "obscure or ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delphinus",1,2,1 ], "Pegasus and Sagitta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delphinus",1,2,1 ], "a small constellation in the N hemisphere, between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delsarte system",1,1,1 ], "Delsarte (1811-71), famous teacher at the Paris Conservatoire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Delsarte system",1,1,1 ], "a method of teaching drama and dancing based on the exercises of Alexandre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delta",1,1,1 ], "usually the fourth brightest star in a constellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delta",1,1,2 ], "any of a group of U|S| launch vehicles used to put unmanned satellites into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Delta",1,1,2 ], "orbit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deluge",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Del|",1,1,1 ], "Delaware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Demavend",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic peak in N Iran, in the Elburz Mountains| Height: 5599 m (18,370" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Demavend",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Demerara",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic at Georgetown| Length: 346 km (215 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Demerara",1,1,1 ], "a river in Guyana, rising in the central forest area and flowing north to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Demeter",1,1,1 ], "Roman counterpart: Ceres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Demeter",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of agricultural fertility and protector of marriage and women|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Demirel",1,1,1 ], "born 1924, Turkish statesman prime minister of Turkey (1965-71; 1975-77)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Democrat",1,1,1 ], "a member or supporter of the Democratic Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Democratic Party",1,1,1 ], "the older of the two major political parties, so named since 1840" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Democratic-Republican Party",1,1,1 ], "into the modern Democratic Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Democratic-Republican Party",1,1,1 ], "the antifederalist party originally led by Thomas Jefferson, which developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Democritus",1,1,1 ], "460-370 b|c|, Greek philosopher who developed the atomist theory of matter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Democritus",1,1,1 ], "his teacher, Leucippus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Demogorgon",1,1,1 ], "a mysterious and awesome god in ancient mythology, often represented as ruling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Demogorgon",1,1,1 ], "in the underworld" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Demosthenes",1,1,1 ], "384-322 b|c|, Athenian statesman, orator, and lifelong opponent of the power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Demosthenes",1,1,1 ], "of Macedonia over Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Demotic",1,1,1 ], "the spoken form of Modern Greek, now increasingly used in literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Demotic",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dempsey",1,1,1 ], "heavyweight champion (1919-26)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dempsey",1,1,1 ], "original name William Harrison Dempsey| born l895, U|S| boxer; world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dem|",1,1,1 ], "Democrat(ic)| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Den Haag",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for (The)Hague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Den Helder",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Netherlands, in North Holland province: fortified by Napoleon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Den Helder",1,1,1 ], "in 1811; naval station| Pop|: 61,457 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Denbighshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of N Wales, now part of Clwyd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deneb",1,1,1 ], "remotest stars in the night sky| Visual magnitude: 1|3; spectral type: A2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deneb",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Cygnus and one of the brightest but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denebola",1,1,1 ], "spectral type: A2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Denebola",1,1,1 ], "the second brightest star in the constellation Leo| Visual magnitude: 2|2;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denis",1,1,1 ], "Maurice (m@$!ris)| 1870-1943, French painter and writer on art| One of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denis",1,1,1 ], "assembled in a certain order" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Denis",1,1,1 ], "leading Nabis, he defined a picture as essentially a flat surface covered with colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Denis",1,1,2 ], "Saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark Strait",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark Strait",1,1,1 ], "a channel between SE Greenland and Iceland, linking the Arctic Ocean with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "Copenhagen| Pop|: 5,059,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 43,031 sq| km (16,614 sq| miles)| Danish" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "Falster, Langeland, and Bornholm); extended its territory throughout the Middle Ages," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in N Europe, between the Baltic and the North Sea: consists of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "mainland of Jutland and about 100 inhabited islands (chiefly Zealand, Lolland, Funen," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "name: Danmark" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "produce| Language: Danish| Religion: chiefly Lutheran| Currency: krone| Capital:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "province in 1953; joined the Common Market in 1973; an important exporter of dairy" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Denmark",1,1,1 ], "ruling Sweden until 1523 and Norway until 1814, and incorporating Greenland as a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Denning",1,1,1 ], "1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Denning",1,1,1 ], "Baron Alfred Thompson| born 1899, English judge; Master of the Rolls since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denton",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in SW Lancashire| Pop|: 38,107 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denver",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Colorado: the state capital| Pop|: 515,593 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Denys",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Saint)Denis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Den|",1,1,1 ], "Denmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deo gratias",1,1,1 ], "thanks be to God|Abbrev: D|G" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deo volente",1,1,1 ], "God willing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deposition",1,1,1 ], "the taking down of Christ's body from the Cross or a representation of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Depression",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the worldwide economic depression of the early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Depression",1,1,1 ], "1930s, when there was mass unemployment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derain",1,1,1 ], "1880-1954, French painter, noted for his Fauvist pictures (1905-08)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derbent",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Soviet Union, in the Dagestan ASSR on the Caspian Sea: founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derbent",1,1,1 ], "by the Persians in the 6th century| Pop|: 57,192 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",1,1,1 ], "English flat-racing classics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",1,1,1 ], "the| an annual horse race run at Epsom Downs, Surrey, since 1780: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",1,1,2 ], "any of various other horse races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",1,1,3 ], "local Derby| a football match between two teams from the same area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",2,1,1 ], "a city in central England, in Derbyshire: engineering industries (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",2,1,1 ], "aircraft engines and railway rolling stock)| Pop|: 219,348 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",2,1,2 ], "a firm-textured pale-coloured type of cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",2,1,3 ], "sage Derby| a green-and-white Derby cheese flavoured with sage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",3,1,1 ], "Conservative prime minister (1852; 1858-59; 1866-68)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derby",3,1,1 ], "title of Edward George Geoffrey Smith Stanley| 1799-1869, British statesman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derbyshire",1,1,1 ], "Area: 2641 sq| km (1020 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Derbyshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of N central England: contains the Peak district and several resorts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derbyshire",1,1,1 ], "with mineral springs| Administrative centre: Matlock| Pop|: 887,600 (1976 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derry",1,1,1 ], "another name for Londonderry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,1 ], "Length: 172 km (107 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Australia, in S Tasmania, flowing southeast to the Tasman Sea|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,2 ], "Trent| Length: 96 km (60 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,2 ], "a river in N central England, in N Derbyshire, flowing southeast to the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,3 ], "a river in N England, in Yorkshire, rising on the North York Moors and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,3 ], "south to the River Ouse| Length: 92 km (57 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,4 ], "a river in NW England, in Cumbria, rising on the Borrowdale Fells and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derwent",1,1,4 ], "north and west to the Irish Sea| Length: 54 km (34 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Derwentwater",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria in the Lake District| Area: about 8 sq| km (3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Derwentwater",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Des Moines",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Iowa: state capital| Pop|: 199,145 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Des Moines",1,1,2 ], "a river in the N central U|S|, rising in SW Minnesota and flowing southeast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Des Moines",1,1,2 ], "join the Mississippi| Length: 861 km (535 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Des Pror Deprez",1,1,1 ], "1450-1521, Flemish Renaissance composer of masses, motets, and chansons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Desai",1,1,1 ], "born 1896, Indian statesman, noted for his asceticism| He founded the Janata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Desai",1,1,1 ], "party in opposition to Indira Gandhi, whom he defeated in the 1977 election to become" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Desai",1,1,1 ], "prime minister of India" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Descartes" ,1, 1, 1],"1596-1650, French philosopher and mathematician|He provided a mechanistic",1). c_DEF([ "Descartes" ,1, 1, 1],"basis for the philosophical theory of dualism and is regarded as the founder of",2). c_DEF([ "Descartes" ,1, 1, 1],"modern philosophy|He also founded analytic geometry and contributed greatly to the",3). c_DEF([ "Descartes" ,1, 1, 1],"science of optics|His works include",4). c_DEF([ "Descartes" ,1, 1, 2],"Meditationes de Prima Philosophia (1641), and Principia Philosophiae (1644)|",1). c_DEF([ "Descendant",1,1,1 ], "the point on the ecliptic lying directly opposite the Ascendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deschamps",1,1,1 ], "1346-1406, French poet, noted for his Miroir de mariage, a satirical attack on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deschamps",1,1,1 ], "women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Desmoulins",1,1,1 ], "Camille" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Desmoulins",1,1,2 ], "(ka!mij)| 1760-94, French revolutionary leader, pamphleteer, and orator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Despenser",1,1,1 ], "Earl of Winchester| 1262-1326, English statesman, a favourite of Edward II|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Despenser",1,1,1 ], "Together with his son Hugh, the Younger (??1290-1326), he was executed by the king's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Despenser",1,1,1 ], "enemies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dessalines",1,1,1 ], "1758-1806, emperor of Haiti (1804-06) after driving out the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dessalines",1,1,1 ], "assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dessau",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central East Germany: capital of Anhalt state from 1340" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dessau",1,1,1 ], "to 1918| Pop|: 100,663 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Destiny",1,1,1 ], "the power that predetermines events, personified as a goddess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Detmold",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 63,700 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Detroit",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Michigan, on the Detroit River: a major Great Lakes port; largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Detroit",1,1,1 ], "car-manufacturing centre in the world| Pop|: 1,386,817 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Detroit",1,1,2 ], "Lake St| Clair to Lake Erie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Detroit",1,1,2 ], "a river in central North America, flowing along the U|S|-Canadian border from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deucalion",1,1,1 ], "a flood sent by Zeus (Deucalion's flood)|Together, they were allowed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deucalion",1,1,1 ], "repopulate the world by throwing stones over their shoulders, which became men and women" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Deucalion",1,1,1 ], "the son of Prometheus and, with his wife Pyrrha, the only survivor on earth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deurne",1,1,1 ], "80,766 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deurne",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Belgium, a suburb of E Antwerp: site of Antwerp airport| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deus",1,1,1 ], "God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deuteronomist",1,1,1 ], "one of the writers of Deuteronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deuteronomy",1,1,1 ], "Mosaic Law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deuteronomy",1,1,1 ], "the fifth book of the Old Testament, containing a second statement of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deutsche Mark",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of West Germany, divided into 100 pfennigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deutschland",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deut|",1,1,1 ], "Deuteronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deux-S",1,1,1 ], "342,383 (1975)| Area: 6054 sq| km (2361 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deux-S",1,1,1 ], "a department of W France, in Poitou-Charentes region| Capital: Niort| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devanagari",1,1,1 ], "India are written" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Devanagari",1,1,1 ], "a syllabic script in which Sanskrit, Hindi, and other modern languages of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Deventer",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Deventer",1,1,1 ], "IJssel: medieval intellectual centre; early centre of Dutch printing| Pop|: 63,979" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Deventer",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the E Netherlands, in Overijssel province, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devi",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu goddess and embodiment of the female energy of Siva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devil's Island",1,1,1 ], "km (1 sq| mile)| French name: Ile du Diable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Devil's Island",1,1,1 ], "leper colony, then a French penal colony from 1895 until 1938| Area: less than 2 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Devil's Island",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Safety Islands, off the coast of French Guiana: formerly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devon",1,1,1 ], "942,100 (1976 est|)| Area: 6711 sq| km (2591 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Devon",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW England, between the Bristol Channel and the English Channel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devon",1,1,1 ], "including the island of Lundy: hilly, rising to the uplands of Exmoor and Dartmoor, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Devon",1,1,1 ], "wooded river valleys and a rugged coastline| Administrative centre: Exeter| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Devon",1,1,2 ], "a breed of large red cattle originally from Devon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devonian",1,1,1 ], "amphibians first appeared" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Devonian",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the fourth period of the Palaeozoic era, between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devonian",1,1,1 ], "the Silurian and Carboniferous periods, lasting for 50 million years during which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Devonian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Devon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devonian",1,2,1 ], "the| the Devonian period or rock system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devonshire cream",1,1,1 ], "another name for clotted cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devonshire split",1,1,1 ], "a kind of yeast bun split open and served with whipped cream or butter and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Devonshire split",1,1,1 ], "jam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dewar flask",1,1,1 ], "a type of vacuum flask, esp| one used in scientific experiments to keep liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dewar flask",1,1,1 ], "air, helium, etc|; Thermos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dewar",1,1,1 ], "Sir James| 1842-1923, Scottish chemist and physicist| He worked on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dewar",1,1,1 ], "flask, and (with Sir Frederick Abel) was the first to prepare cordite" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dewar",1,1,1 ], "liquefaction of gases and the properties of matter at low temperature, invented the vacuum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dewey Decimal System",1,1,1 ], "a frequently used system of library book classification and arrangement with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dewey Decimal System",1,1,1 ], "ten main subject classes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dewey",1,1,1 ], "(1916), and Logic: the Theory of Inquiry (1938)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dewey",1,1,1 ], "1859-1952, U|S| pragmatist philosopher and educator: an exponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dewey",1,1,1 ], "experience| His works include The School and Society (1899), Democracy and Education" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dewey",1,1,1 ], "progressivism in education, he formulated an instrumentalist theory of learning through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dewsbury",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire: woollen industry| Pop|: 51,310 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dexedrine",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for dextroamphetamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dezhnev",1,1,1 ], "a cape in the NE Soviet Union at the E end of Chukotski Peninsula: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dezhnev",1,1,1 ], "northeasternmost point of Asia| Former name: East Cape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dhahran",1,1,1 ], "(1938)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dhahran",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Saudi Arabia: site of the original discovery of oil in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dhaulagiri",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W central Nepal, in the Himalayas| Height: 8043 m (26,810 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dhlos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the modern Greek name for Delos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dhodheknisos",1,1,1 ], "a transalation of the modern Greek name for the Dodecanese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Di",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for didymium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaghilev",1,1,1 ], "1872-1929, Russian ballet impresario|He founded (1909) and directed (1909-29)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaghilev",1,1,1 ], "the Ballet Russe in Paris, introducing Russian ballet to the West" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diana",1,1,1 ], "Artemis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diana",1,1,1 ], "the virginal Roman goddess of the hunt and the moon| Greek counterpart:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dias",1,1,1 ], "1450-1500, Portuguese navigator who discovered the sea route from Europe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dias",1,1,1 ], "the East via the Cape of Good Hope (1488)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diaspora",1,1,1,1 ], "the dispersion of the Jews from Palestine after the Babylonian captivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaspora",1,1,1,2 ], "the Jewish communities that arose after this dispersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaspora",1,1,1,3 ], "the places in which these settlements existed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaspora",1,1,2 ], "(in the New Testament) the body of Christians living outside Palestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaspora",1,1,3 ], "a dispersion or spreading, as of people originally belonging to one nation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaspora",1,1,3 ], "having a common culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diaz",1,1,1 ], "Bartholomeu | a variant spelling of (Bartholomeu)Dias|(Jos'e de la Cruz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diaz",1,1,2 ], "Mexico (1877-80; 1884-1911)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diaz",1,1,2 ], "Porfirio (p@$r!firjo)| 1830-1915, Mexican general and statesman; president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dick test",1,1,1 ], "a skin test for determining whether a person is immune or susceptible to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dick test",1,1,1 ], "scarlet fever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dickens",1,1,1 ], "(1861)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Dickens",1,1,1 ], "Copperfield (1850), Bleak House (1853), Little Dorrit (1857), and Great Expectations" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dickens",1,1,1 ], "The Pickwick Papers (1837), Oliver Twist (1839), Martin Chuzzlewit (1844), David" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dickens",1,1,1 ], "his characterization and his criticism of social injustice| His major works include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dickens",1,1,1 ], "pen name Boz| 1812-70, English novelist, famous for the humour and sympathy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dickinson",1,1,1 ], "1830-86, U|S| poet, noted for her short mostly unrhymed mystical lyrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dictaphone",1,1,1 ], "a tape recorder designed esp| for dictation and subsequent typing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dictograph",1,1,1 ], "a telephonic instrument for secretly monitoring or recording conversations by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dictograph",1,1,1 ], "means of a small, sensitive, and often concealed microphone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Didache",1,1,1 ], "a treatise, perhaps of the 1st or early 2nd century a|d|, on Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Didache",1,1,1 ], "morality and practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diderot",1,1,1 ], "1713-84, French philosopher, noted particularly for his direction (1745-72) of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diderot",1,1,1 ], "the great French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dido",1,1,1 ], "a princess of Tyre who founded Carthage and became its queen| Virgil tells of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dido",1,1,1 ], "her suicide when abandoned by her lover Aeneas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diefenbaker",1,1,1 ], "(1957-63)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diefenbaker",1,1,1 ], "born 1895, Canadian Conservative statesman; prime minister of Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diels-Alder reaction",1,1,1 ], "a type of chemical reaction in which one organic compound containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diels-Alder reaction",1,1,1 ], "conjugated double bonds adds to another containing an ethylenic bond to form a product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diels-Alder reaction",1,1,1 ], "containing a ring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dien Bien Phu",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE Vietnam: French military post during the Indochina War; scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dien Bien Phu",1,1,1 ], "of a major defeat of French forces by the Vietminh (1954)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dieppe",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in N France, on the English Channel| Pop|: 26,111 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dies Irae",1,1,1 ], "a famous Latin hymn of the 13th century, describing the Last Judgment| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dies Irae",1,1,1 ], "used in the Mass for the dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dies Irae",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this hymn, usually part of a setting of the Requiem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diesel",1,1,1 ], "1858-1913, German engineer, who invented the diesel engine (1892)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dietrich",1,1,1 ], "cabaret singer, born in Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dietrich",1,1,1 ], "stage name of Maria Magdalene von Losch| born 1902, U|S| film actress and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dieu et mon droit",1,1,1 ], "God and my right: motto of the Royal Arms of Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Digest",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of excerpts from the writings and opinions of eminent lawyers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Digest",1,1,1 ], "contained in 50 books compiled by order of Justinian in the sixth century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Digger",1,1,1,1 ], "address" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Digger",1,1,1,1 ], "an Australian or New Zealander, esp| a soldier: often used as a term of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Digger",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Digger",1,1,2 ], "dug out of the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Digger",1,1,2 ], "one of a number of tribes of America whose diet was largely composed of roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diggers",1,1,1 ], "a radical English Puritan group, led by Gerrard Winstanley, which advocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diggers",1,1,1 ], "communal ownership of land (1649-50)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Digo-Suarez",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Madagascar: former French naval base| Pop|: 38,600 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dijon",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dijon",1,1,1 ], "a city in E France: capital of the former duchy of Burgundy| Pop|: 156,787" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dimashq",1,1,1 ], "an Arabic name for Damascus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dimitrovo",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1949-62) of Pernik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dinah",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of Jacob and Leah (Genesis 30:21; 34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dinaric Alps",1,1,1 ], "Julian Alps| Highest peak: Troglav, 1913m (6277 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dinaric Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in W Yugoslavia: connected with the main Alpine system by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dinesen",1,1,1 ], "(1942)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dinesen",1,1,1 ], "in Danish and English, including Seven Gothic Tales (1934) and Winter's Tales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dinesen",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Baroness Karen Blixen| 1885-1962, Danish author of short stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ding an sich",1,1,1 ], "the thing in itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dingaan",1,1,1 ], "died 1840, Zulu chief (1828-40), who fought the Boer colonists in Natal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dinka",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Nilotic people of the S Sudan, noted for their height, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dinka",1,1,1 ], "often reaches seven feet tall: chiefly herdsmen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dinka",1,1,2 ], "Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dinka",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Nilotic group of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Din|",1,1,1 ], "dinar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dio Cassius",1,1,1 ], "155-230 a|d|, Roman historian| His History of Rome covers the period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dio Cassius",1,1,1 ], "Rome's transition from Republic to Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diocletian",1,1,1 ], "(284-305), who divided the empire into four administrative units (293) and instigated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diocletian",1,1,1 ], "full name Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus| 245-313 a|d|, Roman emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diocletian",1,1,1 ], "last severe persecution of the Christians (303)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Diodorus Siculus",1,1,1 ], "1st century b|c|, Greek historian, noted for his history of the world in 40" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diodorus Siculus",1,1,1 ], "books, of which 15 are extant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diogenes",1,1,1 ], "412-323 b|c|, Greek Cynic philosopher, who rejected social conventions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diogenes",1,1,1 ], "advocated self-sufficiency and simplicity of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diomede Islands",1,1,1 ], "line and by the boundary line between the U|S| and the Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diomede Islands",1,1,1 ], "two small islands in the Bering Strait, separated by the international date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diomedes" ,1, 1, 1],"Diomede, or Diomedn| Greek myth",1). c_DEF([ "Diomedes" ,1, 1, 2],"a king of Argos, and suitor of Helen, who fought with the Greeks at Troy",1). c_DEF([ "Diomedes" ,1, 1, 3],"a king of the Bistones in Thrace whose savage horses ate strangers",1). c_DEF([ "Dione",1,1,1 ], "a Titaness; the earliest consort of Zeus and mother of Aphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dione",2,1,1 ], "one of the ten satellites of the planet Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysia",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) festivals of the god Dionysus: a source of Athenian drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysiac",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Dionysus or his worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysiac",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for Dionysian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Dionysus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysian",1,1,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Nietzsche) of or relating to the set of creative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysian",1,1,2 ], "qualities that encompasses spontaneity, irrationality, the rejection of discipline, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysian",1,1,3 ], "wild or orgiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysian",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to any of the historical characters named Dionysius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysius Exiguus",1,1,1 ], "died 556 a|d|, Scythian monk and scholar, who is believed to have introduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysius Exiguus",1,1,1 ], "the current method of reckoning dates on the basis of the Christian era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysius of Halicarnassus",1,1,1 ], "died 7 b|c|, Greek historian and rhetorician; author of a history of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysius",1,1,1 ], "called the Elder| 430-367 b|c|, tyrant of Syracuse (405-367), noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysius",1,1,1 ], "successful campaigns against Carthage and S Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysus",1,1,1 ], "identified with Bacchus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysus",1,1,1 ], "rites| He was also known as the bestower of ecstasy and god of the drama, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dionysus",1,1,1 ], "the Greek god of wine, fruitfulness, and vegetation, worshipped in orgiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diophantine equation",1,1,1 ], "(in number theory) an equation in more than one variable and with integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diophantine equation",1,1,1 ], "coefficients, for which integral solutions are sought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diophantus",1,1,1 ], "3rd century a|d|, Greek mathematician, noted for his treatise on the theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diophantus",1,1,1 ], "numbers, Arithmetica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dior",1,1,1 ], "1905-57, French couturier, noted for his New Look of narrow shoulders and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dior",1,1,1 ], "waist with a full skirt (1947) he also created the waistless sack dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dioscuri",1,1,1 ], "the Greek name for Castor and Pollux, when considered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diplomatic Service",1,1,1 ], "U|K| abroad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diplomatic Service",1,1,1 ], "the division of the Civil Service which provides diplomats to represent the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diplomatic Service",1,1,2 ], "the equivalent institution of any other country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dip| A| D|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Diploma in Art and Design",1). c_DEF([ "Dip| Ed|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Diploma in Education",1). c_DEF([ "Dirac constant",1,1,1 ], "2r| It has a value of 1|0544&0|0003 X 10-'3'4 joule seconds| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dirac constant",1,1,1 ], "a constant used in quantum mechanics equal to the Planck constant divided by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dirac",1,1,1 ], "born 1902, English physicist, noted for his work on the application of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dirac",1,1,1 ], "relativity to quantum mechanics and his prediction of electron spin and the positron:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dirac",1,1,1 ], "shared the Nobel prize for physics 1933" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Directoire",1,1,1 ], "the French Directory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Directoire",1,2,1 ], "France; a form of neoclassicism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Directoire",1,2,1 ], "of, in, or relating to a decorative style of the end of the 18th century in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Directoire",1,2,2 ], "almost transparent dress with the waistline under the bust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Directoire",1,2,2 ], "characteristic of women's dress during the French Directory, typically an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Directory" ,1, 1, 1],"History",1). c_DEF([ "Directory" ,1, 1, 2],"by Napoleon in 1799|Also called: French Directory",2). c_DEF([ "Directory" ,1, 1, 2],"the body of five directors in power in France from 1795 until their overthrow",1). c_DEF([ "Dirichlet",1,1,1 ], "1805-59, German mathematician, noted for his work on number theory and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dirichlet",1,1,1 ], "calculus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dis",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of the underworld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dis",1,1,2 ], "the abode of the dead; underworld|Greek equivalent: Hades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Disciples of Christ",1,1,1 ], "Campbell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Disciples of Christ",1,1,1 ], "a Christian denomination founded in the U|S| in 1809 by Thomas and Alexander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Discovery Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Indian Ocean in SE Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Disko",1,1,1 ], "an island in Davis Strait, off the W coast of Greenland: extensive coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Disko",1,1,1 ], "deposits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dismal Swamp",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 1940 sq| km (750 sq| miles)| Area before reclamation: 5200 sq| km (2000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dismal Swamp",1,1,1 ], "a coastal marshland in SE Virginia and NE North Carolina: partly reclaimed|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dismal Swamp",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Disney",1,1,1 ], "1901-66, U|S| film director, who pioneered animated cartoons: noted esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Disney",1,1,1 ], "his creations Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck and films such as Fantasia (1940)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Disneyland",1,1,1 ], "1955| Walt Disney World, a second amusement park, opened in 1971 near Orlando," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Disneyland",1,1,1 ], "Florida" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Disneyland",1,1,1 ], "an amusement park in Anaheim, California, founded by Walt Disney and opened in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dispersion",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Diaspora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Disraeli",1,1,1 ], "(1844) and Sybil (1845)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Disraeli",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Beaconsfield| 1804-81, British Tory statesman and novelist; prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Disraeli",1,1,1 ], "democracy, and imperialism, was responsible for the Reform Bill (1867) and, as prime" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Disraeli",1,1,1 ], "minister (1868; 1874-80)| He gave coherence to the Tory principles of protectionism," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Disraeli",1,1,1 ], "minister, bought a controlling interest in the Suez Canal| His novels include Coningsby" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dissenter",1,1,1 ], "a Nonconformist or a person who refuses to conform to the established church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "District of Columbia",1,1,1 ], "Washington| Pop|: 756,510 (1970)| Area: 178 sq| km (69 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "District of Columbia",1,1,1 ], "a federal district of the eastern U|S|, coextensive with the federal capital," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Distrito Federal",1,1,1 ], "a district in S central Brazil, containing Brasilia: detached from Goias state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Distrito Federal",1,1,1 ], "in 1960| Pop|: 538,351 (1970)| Area: 5814 sq| km (2267 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diu",1,1,1 ], "Territory of Goa, Daman, and Diu in 1962" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Diu",1,1,1 ], "a small island off the NW coast of India: together with a mainland area, it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Diu",1,1,1 ], "formed a district of Portuguese India (1535-1961); became part of the Indian Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dives",1,1,1 ], "a rich man in the parable in Luke 1619-31" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dives",1,1,2 ], "a very rich man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dixie",1,1,1 ], "the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dixie",1,1,1 ], "the southern states of the U|S|; the states that joined the Confederacy during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dixie",1,1,2 ], "American Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dixie",1,1,2 ], "a song adopted as a marching tune by the Confederate states during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dixie",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the southern states of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dixieland",1,1,1 ], "a kind of jazz derived from the New Orleans tradition of harmony and ensemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dixieland",1,1,1 ], "playing, but with more emphasis on melody regular rhythms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diyarbakir",1,1,1 ], "169,535 (1975)| Ancient name: Amida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Diyarbakir",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Turkey, on the River Tigris: ancient black basalt walls| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djailolo",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for Halmahera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djaja",1,1,1 ], "Sukarno Peak" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Djaja",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in E Indonesia, in West Irian in the Sudirman Range: the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djaja",1,1,1 ], "mountain in New Guinea| Height: 5029 m (16,503 ft|)| Former names: (Mount)Carstensz," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Djajapura",1,1,1 ], "Sukarnapura, Kotabaru, Hollandia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Djajapura",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Indonesia, capital of West Irian, on the N coast| Former names:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djakarta",1,1,1 ], "Dutch until 1945; the chief trading centre of the East in the 17th century;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Djakarta",1,1,1 ], "University of Indonesia (1947)| Pop|: 4,576,009 (1971)| Former name (until 1949): Batavia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Djakarta",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Indonesia, in N West Java: founded in 1619 and ruled by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djambi",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Indonesia, in SE Sumatra on the Hari River| Pop|: 158,559 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djerba",1,1,1 ], "Homer's land of the lotus-eaters| Pop|: 65,533 (1966)| Area: 510 sq| km (197 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Djerba",1,1,1 ], "an island off the SE coast of Tunisia, in the Gulf of Gabes: traditionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djerba",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Ancient name: Meninx" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Djibouti",1,1,1 ], "(1946-77); became independent in 1977; mainly desert| Official language: Arabic| Currency:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Djibouti",1,1,1 ], "(8500 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1977): (Territory of the)Afars and the Issas" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Djibouti",1,1,1 ], "Djibouti franc| Capital: Djibouti| Pop|: 104,000 (1974 UN est|)| Area: 23,000 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Djibouti",1,1,1 ], "a republic in E Africa, on the Gulf of Aden: a French overseas territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djibouti",1,1,2 ], "merchandise| Pop|: 62,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Djibouti",1,1,2 ], "the capital of Djibouti, a port on the Gulf of Aden: an outlet for Ethiopian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Djokjakarta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Jogjakarta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dli",1,1,1 ], "Timor| Pop|: 6730 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dli",1,1,1 ], "a port in Indonesia, in N Timor: the former capital (until 1976) of Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dnaburg",1,1,1 ], "the German name (until 1893) for Daugavpils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dneprodzerzhinsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E central Ukrainian SSR on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dneprodzerzhinsk",1,1,1 ], "the Dnieper River| Pop|: 245,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dnepropetrovsk",1,1,1 ], "River: a major centre of the metallurgical industry| Pop|: 958,000 (1975 est|)| Former" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dnepropetrovsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E central Ukrainian SSR on the Dnieper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dnepropetrovsk",1,1,1 ], "name (1787-1796, 1802-1926): Yekaterinoslav" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dnieper",1,1,1 ], "a river in the W Soviet Union, rising in the Valdai Hills NE of Smolensk and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dnieper",1,1,1 ], "flowing south to the Black Sea: the third longest river in Europe; a major navigable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dnieper",1,1,1 ], "waterway| Length: 2286 km (1420 miles)| Russian name: Dnepr (dnj$epr)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dniester",1,1,1 ], "(dnj$estr)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dniester",1,1,1 ], "a river in the SW Soviet Union, rising in the Carpathian Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dniester",1,1,1 ], "generally southeast to the Black Sea| Length: 1411 km (877 miles)| Russian name: Dnestr" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dnitz",1,1,1 ], "born 1891, German admiral commander in chief of the German navy (1943-45) as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dnitz",1,1,1 ], "head of state after Hitler's death he surrendered to the Allies (May 7, 1945)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dobell's solution",1,1,1 ], "a solution of sodium borate, sodium bicarbonate, phenol, and glycerol, used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dobell's solution",1,1,1 ], "an astringent or antiseptic wash for the throat and nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doberman pinscher",1,1,1 ], "a fairly large breed of dog, originally from Germany, with a glossy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doberman pinscher",1,1,1 ], "black-and-tan coat, used as a watchdog" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dobro",1,1,1 ], "an acoustic guitar having a metal resonator built into the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dobruja",1,1,1 ], "a region of E Europe, between the River Danube and the Black Sea: the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dobruja",1,1,1 ], "name: Dobrogea (do!brod#fa)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dobruja",1,1,1 ], "passed to Rumania and the south to Bulgaria after the Berlin Congress (1878)| Rumanian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Docetism",1,1,1 ], "(in the early Christian Church) a heresy that the humanity of Christ, his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Docetism",1,1,1 ], "sufferings, and his death were apparent rather than real" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doctor of Philosophy",1,1,1 ], "a doctorate awarded for original research in any subject except law, medicine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doctor of Philosophy",1,1,1 ], "or theology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dodecanese",1,1,1 ], "(1028 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Dhodhekanisos" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dodecanese",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the SE Aegean Sea, forming a department of Greece: part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dodecanese",1,1,1 ], "of the Southern Sporades| Capital: Rhodes| Pop|: 120,258 (1971)| Area: 2663 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dodge City",1,1,1 ], "Santa Fe Trail| Pop|: 14,127 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dodge City",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Kansas, on the Arkansas River: famous as a frontier town on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dodgem",1,1,1 ], "another name for bumper car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dodgson",1,1,1 ], "the original name of (Lewis)Carroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dodoma",1,1,1 ], "20,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dodoma",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Tanzania, the proposed new capital of the country| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dodona",1,1,1 ], "Zeus and later the religious centre of Pyrrhus' kingdom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dodona",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek town in Epirus: seat of an ancient sanctuary and oracle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doe",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the name of the fictitious plaintiff in an action of ejectment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doenitz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Karl)Donitz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dog Star",1,1,1 ], "another name for Sirius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dogger Bank",1,1,1 ], "Denmark: fishing ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dogger Bank",1,1,1 ], "an extensive submerged sandbank in the North Sea between N England and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dogger",1,1,1 ], "a formation of mid-Jurassic rocks in N England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doha",1,1,1 ], "100,000 (1971 est|)| Former name: Bida, El Beda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doha",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Qatar, on the E coast of the peninsula| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dohnnyi",1,1,1 ], "Erno or Ernst von 1877-1960, Hungarian pianist and composer whose works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dohnnyi",1,1,1 ], "include Variations on a Nursery Theme (1913) for piano and orchestra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dolby",1,1,1 ], "a system used in tape recorders to improve the signal-to-noise ratio of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dolby",1,1,1 ], "high-frequency sounds by selective amplification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dollfuss",1,1,1 ], "1892-1934, Austrian statesman, chancellor (1932-34), who was assassinated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dollfuss",1,1,1 ], "Austrian Nazis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dolly Varden",1,1,1 ], "a woman's large-brimmed hat trimmed with flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dolly Varden",1,1,2 ], "a red-spotted trout, Salvelinus malma, occurring in lakes in W North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dolmetsch",1,1,1 ], "1858-1940, British musician, born in France| He contributed greatly to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dolmetsch",1,1,1 ], "revival of interest in early music and instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dolomites",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Marmolada, 3342 m (10,965 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dolomites",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in NE Italy: part of the Alps; formed of dolomitic limestone|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Domenico Veneziano",1,1,1 ], "died 1461, Italian painter, noted for the St| Lucy Altarpiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Domesday Book",1,1,1 ], "of William I in 1086" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Domesday Book",1,1,1 ], "the record of a survey of the land of England carried out by the commissioners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Domett",1,1,1 ], "1811-87, New Zealand poet, colonial administrator, and statesman, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Domett",1,1,1 ], "England: prime minister of New Zealand (1862-63)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Domingo",1,1,1 ], "born 1941, Spanish operatic tenor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominic",1,1,1 ], "Dominican order| Feast day: Aug| 4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dominic",1,1,1 ], "original name Domingo de Guzman| 1170-1221, Spanish priest; founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominica",1,1,1 ], "728 sq| km (290 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dominica",1,1,1 ], "British colony; became independent in 1978| Capital: Roseau| Pop|: 70,302 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dominica",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in the E West Indies, one of the Windward Islands: a former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican Republic",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 48,441 sq| km (18,703 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1844): Santo" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican Republic",1,1,1 ], "Central, which rises over 3000 m (10,000 ft|), with fertile lowlands| Language: Spanish|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican Republic",1,1,1 ], "Domingo" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican Republic",1,1,1 ], "Hispaniola: colonized by the Spanish after its discovery by Columbus in 1492; gained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican Republic",1,1,1 ], "Religion: mostly Roman Catholic| Currency: peso| Capital: Santo Domingo| Pop|: 4,006,405" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican Republic",1,1,1 ], "a republic in the West Indies, occupying the eastern half of the island of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican Republic",1,1,1 ], "independence from Spain in 1821| It is generally mountainous, dominated by the Cordillera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican",1,1,1,1 ], "Blackfriar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of an order of preaching friars founded by Saint Dominic in 1215; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican",1,1,1,2 ], "a nun of one of the orders founded under the patronage of Saint Dominic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Saint Dominic or the Dominican order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Dominican Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominican",2,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Dominican Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominion Day",1,1,1 ], "(in Canada) July 1, the anniversary of the day in 1867 when Canada became the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominion Day",1,1,1 ], "first British colony to receive dominion status: a bank holiday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Domino",1,1,1 ], "(1956)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Domino",1,1,1 ], "and songwriter| His singles include Ain't that a Shame (1955) and Blueberry Hill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Domino",1,1,1 ], "original name Antoine Domino| born 1928, U|S| rock-and-roll pianist, singer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dominus",1,1,1 ], "God or Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Domitian",1,1,1 ], "full name Titus Flavius Domitianus| 51-96 a|d|, Roman emperor (81-96):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Domitian",1,1,1 ], "instigated a reign of terror (93); assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Domrmy-la-Pucelle",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE France, in the Vosges: birthplace of Joan of Arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dom|",1,1,1 ], "Dominican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don Juan",1,1,1 ], "a legendary Spanish nobleman and philanderer: hero of many poems, plays, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don Juan",1,1,1 ], "operas, including treatments by de Molina, Moliere, Goldoni, Mozart, Byron, and Shaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Don Juan",1,1,2 ], "a successful seducer of women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don Quixote",1,1,1 ], "an impractical idealist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish title equivalent to Mr|: placed before a name to indicate respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don",2,1,1 ], "a river in the SE Soviet Union, rising southeast of Tula and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don",2,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Don",2,1,1 ], "south to the Sea of Azov: linked by canal to the River Volga| Length: 1981 km (1224" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Don",2,1,2 ], "a river in NE Scotland, rising in the Cairngorm Mountains and flowing east to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don",2,1,2 ], "the North Sea| Length: 100 km (62 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Don",2,1,3 ], "a river in N central England, rising in S Yorkshire and flowing northeast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Don",2,1,3 ], "the Humber| Length: about 96 km (60 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dona" ,1, 1, 1],"a Spanish title of address equivalent to Mrs| or Madam: placed before a name",1). c_DEF([ "Dona" ,1, 1, 1],"to indicate respect|Don_i_zet_ti",2). c_DEF([ "Dona" ,1, 2, 1],"1797-1848, Italian operatic composer: his works include",1). c_DEF([ "Dona" ,1, 2, 2],"La Fille du r''egiment (1840), and Don Pasquale (1843)",1). c_DEF([ "Dona",1,1,1 ], "a Portuguese title of address equivalent to Mrs| or Madam: placed before a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dona",1,1,1 ], "name to indicate respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donar",1,1,1 ], "the Germanic god of thunder, corresponding to Thor in Norse mythology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donatello",1,1,1 ], "Gattemalata, which became the model of subsequent equestrian sculpture" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Donatello",1,1,1 ], "Killing the Dragon (1416-17) shows his innovative use of perspective| Other outstanding" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Donatello",1,1,1 ], "as the greatest sculptor of the quattrocento, who was greatly influenced by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donatello",1,1,1 ], "classical sculpture and contemporary humanist theories| His marble relief of St| George" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Donatello",1,1,1 ], "original name Donato di Betto Bardi| 1386-1466, Florentine sculptor, regarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donatello",1,1,1 ], "works are the classic bronze David, and the bronze equestrian monument to" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Donatist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a heretical Christian sect originating in N Africa in 311 a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donatus",1,1,1 ], "Aelius | 4th century a|d| Latin grammarian, who taught Saint Jerome; his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donatus",1,1,1 ], "textbook Ars Grammatica was used throughout the Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donatus",1,1,2 ], "4th century a|d| bishop of Carthage; leader of the Donatists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donau",1,1,1 ], "the German name for the Danube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donbass",1,1,1 ], "Union" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Donbass",1,1,1 ], "an industrial region of the SW Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donbass",1,1,1 ], "plain of the Rivers Donets and lower Dnieper: the largest coalfield in the Soviet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doncaster",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in South Yorkshire, on the River Don| Pop|: 82,505 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donegal",1,1,1 ], "a county in NW Ireland, on the Atlantic: mountainous, with a rugged coastline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donegal",1,1,1 ], "and many offshore islands| County town: Lifford| Pop|: 108,000 (1971)| Area: 4830" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donegal",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1865 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Donets Basin",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Donbass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donets",1,1,1 ], "a river in the SW Soviet Union, rising in the Kursk steppe and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donets",1,1,1 ], "southeast to the Don River| Length: about 1078 km (670 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donetsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR: the chief industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donetsk",1,1,1 ], "after whom the town was named Yuzovka (Hughesovka)| Pop|: 950,000 (1975 est|)| Former" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Donetsk",1,1,1 ], "centre of the Donbass; first ironworks founded by a Welshman, John Hughes (1872)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donetsk",1,1,1 ], "names (from after the Revolution until 1961): Stalin or Stalino" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dongola",1,1,1 ], "(1973)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dongola",1,1,1 ], "a small town in the N Sudan, on the Nile: built on the site of Old Dongola," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dongola",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Christian Kingdom of Nubia (6th to 14th centuries)| Pop|: 5937" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donna",1,1,1 ], "an Italian title of address equivalent to Madam, indicating respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donne",1,1,1 ], "1573-1631, English metaphysical poet and preacher| He wrote love and religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Donne",1,1,1 ], "poems, sermons, epigrams, and elegies including The Progress of the Soul (1612) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Donne",1,1,1 ], "the sonnet to Death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Doolittle",1,1,1 ], "Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doolittle",1,1,1 ], "usually known as H|D| 1886-1961, U|S| imagist poet and novelist, living in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doomsday Book",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Domesday Book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doorn",1,1,1 ], "William II of Germany from his abdication (1919) until his death (1941)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doorn",1,1,1 ], "a town in the central Netherlands, in Utrecht province: residence of Kaiser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doornik",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Tournai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doostoevsky" ,1, 1, 1],"1821-81, Russian novelist, the psychological perception of whose works has",1). c_DEF([ "Doostoevsky" ,1, 1, 1],"greatly influenced the subsequent development of the novel| His best-known works are",2). c_DEF([ "Doostoevsky" ,1, 1, 2],"The Idiot (1868), The Possessed (1871), and The Brothers Karamazov (1879-80)",1). c_DEF([ "Doppelger",1,1,1 ], "a ghostly duplicate of a living person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dopper",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a member of the most conservative Afrikaner Church, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dopper",1,1,1 ], "practises a strict Calvinism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doppler effect",1,1,1 ], "a phenomenon, observed for sound waves and electromagnetic radiation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doppler effect",1,1,1 ], "between the observer and the source" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Doppler effect",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a change in the apparent frequency of a wave as a result of relative motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dor",1,1,1 ], "(Paul)Gustave| 1832-83, French illustrator, whose style tended towards the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dor",1,1,1 ], "by Rabelais" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dor",1,1,1 ], "grotesque| He illustrated the Bible, Dante's Inferno, Cervantes' Don Quixote, and works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dorcas society",1,1,1 ], "a Christian charitable society for women with the aim of providing clothes for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorcas society",1,1,1 ], "the poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dorcas",1,1,1 ], "a charitable woman of Joppa (Acts 9:36-42)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorchester",1,1,1 ], "Durnovaria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dorchester",1,1,1 ], "Hardy, esp| as the Casterbridge of his novels| Pop|: 13,737 (1971)| Latin name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dorchester",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, administrative centre of Dorset: associated with Thomas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dordogne",1,1,1 ], "(293 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dordogne",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW France, rising in the Auvergne Mountains and flowing southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dordogne",1,1,1 ], "and west to join the Garonne river and form the Gironde estuary| Length: 472 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dordogne",1,1,2 ], "381,797 (1975)| Area: 9224 sq| km (3597 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dordogne",1,1,2 ], "a department of SW France, in Aquitaine region| Capital: Perigueux| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dordrecht",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands until the 17th century| Pop|: 101,198 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dordrecht",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Netherlands, in South Holland province: chief port of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Hellenic people who invaded Greece around 1100 b|c|, overthrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorian",1,1,1 ], "the Mycenaean civilization, and settled chiefly in the Peloponnese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dorian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their dialect of Ancient Greek; Doric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorian",1,2,2 ], "from D to D" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dorian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a mode represented by the ascending natural diatonic scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,1,1 ], "Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Dorians, esp| the Spartans, or their dialect of Ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,1,2 ], "an ovolo moulding beneath a square abacus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,1,2 ], "characterized by a column having no base, a heavy fluted shaft, and a capital consisting of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,1,2 ], "of, denoting, or relating to one of the five classical orders of architecture:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,1,3 ], "rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,2,1 ], "Peloponnese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doric",1,2,1 ], "one of four chief dialects of Ancient Greek, spoken chiefly in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doris",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a small landlocked area north of the Gulf of Corinth|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doris",1,1,1 ], "Traditionally regarded as the home of the Dorians, it was perhaps settled by some of them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doris",1,1,1 ], "during their southward migration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Doris",1,1,2 ], "the coastal area of Caria in SW Asia Minor, settled by Dorians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doris",2,1,1 ], "a sea nymph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorking",1,1,1 ], "a heavy breed of domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dormobile",1,1,1 ], "a vanlike vehicle specially equipped for living in while travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dornbirn",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Austria, in Vorarlberg| Pop|: 33,810 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorpat",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Tartu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorset Horn",1,1,1 ], "a breed of horned sheep with dense fine-textured wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorset",1,1,1 ], "a county in SW England, on the English Channel: mainly hilly but low-lying in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dorset",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (103 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dorset",1,1,1 ], "the east| Administrative centre: Dorchester| Pop|: 575,800 (1976 est|)| Area: 266" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dort",1,1,1 ], "another name for Dordrecht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dortmund",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia at the head of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dortmund",1,1,1 ], "the Dortmund-Ems Canal|Pop|: 632,317 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dos Passos",1,1,1 ], "(1921), Manhattan Transfer (1925), and the trilogy U|S|A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dos Passos",1,1,1 ], "1896-1970, U|S| novelist of the Lost Generation; author of Three Soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dos Passos",1,1,2 ], "(1930-36)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dou",1,1,1 ], "1613-75, Dutch portrait and genre painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douai",1,1,1 ], "English Roman Catholics in the 16th and 17th centuries| Pop|: 47,570 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douai",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N France: the political and religious centre of exiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douala",1,1,1 ], "of the German colony of Kamerun (1901-16)| Pop|: 250,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douala",1,1,1 ], "the chief port and largest city in W Cameroon, on the Bight of Biafra: capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douay Bible",1,1,1 ], "Roman Catholic scholars at Douai in 1610" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douay Bible",1,1,1 ], "an English translation of the Bible from the Latin Vulgate text completed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doubs",1,1,1 ], "484,483 (1975)| Area: 5260 sq| km (2051 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doubs",1,1,1 ], "a department of E France, in Franche-Comte region| Capital: Besancon| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doubs",1,1,2 ], "Length: 430 km (267 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Doubs",1,1,2 ], "a river in E France, rising in the Jura Mountains, becoming part of the border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doubs",1,1,2 ], "between France and Switzerland and flowing generally southwest to the Saone River|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doughty",1,1,1 ], "(1888)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doughty",1,1,1 ], "1843-1926, English writer and traveller; author of Travels in Arabia Deserta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas fir",1,1,1 ], "a North American pyramidal coniferous tree, Pseudotsuga menziesii, widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas fir",1,1,1 ], "family Pinaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas fir",1,1,1 ], "planted for ornament and for timber, having needle-like leaves and hanging cones:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas scale",1,1,1 ], "an international scale of sea disturbance and swell ranging from 0 to 9 with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas scale",1,1,1 ], "one figure for disturbance and one for swell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 20,385 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort on the Isle of Man, capital of the island, on the E coast|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas",2,1,1 ], "Clifford Hugh| 1879-1952, English economist, who originated the theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas",2,1,1 ], "social credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas",2,1,2 ], "Gavin| 1474-1522, Scottish poet, the first British translator of the Aeneid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas",2,1,3 ], "(George) Norman| 1868-1952, English writer, esp| of books on southern Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas",2,1,3 ], "such as South Wind (1917)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas-Home",1,1,1 ], "Sir Alexander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douglas-Home",1,1,2 ], "(Baron Alexander)Home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Doukhobors",1,1,1 ], "19th century a large minority emigrated to W Canada, where most Doukhobors now live" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Doukhobors",1,1,1 ], "a Russian sect of Christians that originated in the 18th century| In the late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douro",1,1,1 ], "Portugal, then south as part of the border between the two countries and finally west to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Douro",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Europe, rising in N central Spain and flowing west to NE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Douro",1,1,1 ], "the Atlantic| Length: 895 km (556 miles)| Spanish name: Duero" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dove" ,1, 1, 0]," ",1). c_DEF([ "Dove" ,1, 1, 1],"a manifestation of the Holy Ghost (John 1:32)",1). c_DEF([ "Dover",1,1,1 ], "Cinque Ports that is still important; a stronghold since ancient times and Caesar's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dover",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE England, in E Kent on the Strait of Dover: the only one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dover",1,1,1 ], "first point of attack in the invasion of Britain (55 b|c|)|Pop|: 34,322 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dover",1,1,2 ], "Channel with the North Sea| Width: about 32 km (20 miles)| French name: Pas de Calais" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dover",1,1,2 ], "Strait of| a strait between SE England and N France, linking the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dover's powder",1,1,1 ], "a preparation of opium and ipecac, formerly used to relieve pain, induce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dover's powder",1,1,1 ], "sweating, and check spasms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dow-Jones average",1,1,1 ], "a daily index of stock-exchange prices based on the average price of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dow-Jones average",1,1,1 ], "selected number of securities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dowding",1,1,1 ], "Baron Hugh Caswall Tremenheere, nicknamed Dowdy|1882-1970, British air chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dowding",1,1,1 ], "marshal| As commander in chief of Fighter Command (1936-40), he contributed greatly to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dowding",1,1,1 ], "the British victory in the Battle of Britain (1940)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dowland",1,1,1 ], "1563-1626, English lutenist and composer of songs and lute music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Down",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE Northern Ireland, on the Irish Sea: generally hilly, rising to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Down",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (952 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Down",1,1,1 ], "the Mountains of Mourne| County town: Downpatrick| Pop|: 310,617 (1971)| Area: 2465" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Down's syndrome",1,1,1 ], "another term for mongolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Downing Street",1,1,1 ], "a street in W central London, in Westminster: official residences of the prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Downing Street",1,1,1 ], "minister of Great Britain and the chancellor of the exchequer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Downing Street",1,1,2 ], "the prime minister or the British Government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Downpatrick",1,1,1 ], "Saint Patrick who is said to have been buried here| Pop|: 3642 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Downpatrick",1,1,1 ], "a market town in Northern Ireland, county town of Co| Down: associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Downs",1,1,1 ], "Sussex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Downs",1,1,1 ], "any of various ranges of low chalk hills in S England, esp| the South Downs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Downs",1,1,2 ], "a roadstead off the SE coast of Kent, protected by the Goodwin Sands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dowson",1,1,1 ], "1867-1900, English Decadent poet noted for his lyric Cynara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dr",1,1,1 ], "370,571 (1975)| Area: 6561 sq| km (2559 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dr",1,1,1 ], "a department of SE France, in Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: Valence| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Draco" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint extensive constellation twisting around the N celestial pole and lying",1). c_DEF([ "Draco" ,1, 2, 1],"between Ursa Major and Cepheus",2). c_DEF([ "Draco",2,1,1 ], "7th century b|c|, Athenian statesman and lawmaker, whose code of laws (621)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Draco",2,1,1 ], "prescribed death for almost every offence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Draconian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Draco or his code of laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Draconian",1,1,2 ], "harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drake Passage",1,1,1 ], "a strait between S South America and the South Shetland Islands, connecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drake Passage",1,1,1 ], "the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drake",1,1,1 ], "(1588) and contributed greatly to its defeat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Drake",1,1,1 ], "Sir Francis| 1540-96, English navigator and buccaneer, the first Englishman to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drake",1,1,1 ], "sail around the world (1577-80)| He commanded a fleet against the Spanish Armada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drakensberg",1,1,1 ], "Africa, and Swaziland| Highest peak: Thabana Ntlenyana, 3482 m (11,425 ft|)| Sotho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drakensberg",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in southern Africa, extending through Lesotho, E South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drakensberg",1,1,1 ], "name: Quathlamba" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dramamine",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for dimenhydrinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drammen",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Norway| Pop|: 49,808 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drancy",1,1,1 ], "a residential suburb of NE Paris| Pop|: 64,494 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Draper",1,1,1 ], "Henry| 1837-82, U|S| astronomer, who contributed to stellar classification and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Draper",1,1,1 ], "spectroscopy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Draper",1,1,2 ], "England, made the first photograph of the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Draper",1,1,2 ], "his father, John William| 1811-82, U|S| chemist and historian, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drava",1,1,1 ], "Austria, then southeast as part of the border between Yugoslavia and Hungary to join the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drava",1,1,1 ], "River Danube| Length: 725 km (450 miles)| German name: Drau (dra$u)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Drava",1,1,1 ], "a river in S central Europe, rising in N Italy and flowing east through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dravidian",1,1,1 ], "Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, and Gondi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dravidian",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages spoken in S and central India and Ceylon, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dravidian",1,1,2 ], "Indo-Europeans and now mixed with them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dravidian",1,1,2 ], "a member of one of the aboriginal races of India, pushed south by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dravidian",1,2,1 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to this family of languages or these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dravidian",1,2,1 ], "peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drayton",1,1,1 ], "(1613-22), on the topography of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drayton",1,1,1 ], "1563-1631, English poet; his work includes odes and pastorals, and Poly-Olbion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dreann",1,1,1 ], "(in the Republic of Ireland) the lower chamber of parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dreibund",1,1,1 ], "Italy (1882-1915)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dreibund",1,1,1 ], "a triple alliance, esp| that formed between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dreiser",1,1,1 ], "1871-1945, U|S| novelist; his works include Sister Carrie (1900) and An" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dreiser",1,1,1 ], "American Tragedy (1925)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dren",1,1,1 ], "a city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 53,800 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drenmatt" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1921, Swiss dramatist and writer of detective stories, noted for his",1). c_DEF([ "Drenmatt" ,1, 1, 1],"grotesque and paradoxical treatment of the modern world: author of",2). c_DEF([ "Drenmatt" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Physicists (1962)",1). c_DEF([ "Drenthe",1,1,1 ], "a province of the NE Netherlands: a low plateau, with many raised bogs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drenthe",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 2647 sq| km (1032 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Drenthe",1,1,1 ], "partially reclaimed; agricultural, with oil deposits| Capital: Assen| Pop|: 386,400 (1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drer",1,1,1 ], "1471-1528, German painter and engraver, regarded as the greatest artist of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drer",1,1,1 ], "German Renaissance and noted particularly as a draughtsman and for his copper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drer",1,1,1 ], "engravings and woodcuts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dresden china",1,1,1 ], "high quality made at Meissen, near Dresden, since 1710" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dresden china",1,1,1 ], "porcelain ware, esp| delicate and elegantly decorative objects and figures of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dresden",1,1,1 ], "(1760); the baroque city was almost totally destroyed in World War II by Allied bombing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dresden",1,1,1 ], "(1945)| Pop|: 508,298 (1975 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dresden",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SE East Germany, on the River Elbe: capital of Saxony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dresden",1,1,1 ], "from the 16th century until 1952; it was severely damaged in the Seven Years' War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dresden",1,2,1 ], "relating to, designating, or made of Dresden china" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dreyfus",1,1,1 ], "(1894) raised issues of anti-semitism and militarism that dominated French politics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dreyfus",1,1,1 ], "1859-1935, French army officer, a Jew whose false imprisonment for treason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dreyfus",1,1,1 ], "until his release (1906)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Drin",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Europe, rising on the border between Albania and Yugoslavia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drin",1,1,1 ], "flowing north and west into the Adriatic Sea| Length: about 270 km (170 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drinkwater",1,1,1 ], "1882-1937, English dramatist, poet, and critic; author of chronicle plays such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drinkwater",1,1,1 ], "as Abraham Lincoln (1918) and Mary Stuart (1921)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drogheda",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Ireland, in Co| Louth near the mouth of the River Boyne: captured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Drogheda",1,1,1 ], "by Cromwell in 1649 and its inhabitants massacred| Pop|: 20,095 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Drury Lane",1,1,1 ], "a street in the West End of London, formerly famous for its theatres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Druse",1,1,1 ], "a member of a religious sect in Syria and Lebanon, having certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Druse",1,1,1 ], "characteristics in common with the Muslims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dry Tortugas",1,1,1 ], "Florida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dry Tortugas",1,1,1 ], "a group of eight coral islands at the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico: part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dryden",1,1,1 ], "1631-1700, English poet, dramatist, and critic of the Augustan period," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dryden",1,1,1 ], "Essay of Dramatick Poesie (1668)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dryden",1,1,1 ], "commonly regarded as the chief exponent of heroic tragedy| His major works include the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dryden",1,1,1 ], "tragedy All for Love (1677), the verse satire Absalom and Achitophel (1681), and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Drysdale",1,1,1 ], "Sir George Russell| 1912-69, Australian painter, esp| of landscapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dr|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dr|",1,1,2 ], "(in street names) Drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dseldorf",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dseldorf",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dseldorf",1,1,1 ], "the Rhine: commercial centre of the Rhine-Ruhr industrial area| Pop|: 628,498 (1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Du Barry",1,1,1 ], "original name Marie Jeanne Becu| 1743-93; mistress of Louis XV guillotined in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Du Barry",1,1,1 ], "the French Revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Du Guesclin",1,1,1 ], "1320-80, French military leader as constable of France (1370-80), he helped to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Du Guesclin",1,1,1 ], "drive the English from France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Du Maurier",1,1,1 ], "Daphne| born 1907, English novelist; author of Rebecca (1938) and My Cousin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Du Maurier",1,1,1 ], "Rachel (1951)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Du Maurier",1,1,2 ], "caricaturist, and illustrator; author of Peter Ibbetson (1891) and Trilby (1894)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Du Maurier",1,1,2 ], "her grandfather, George Louis Palmella Busson |1834-96, English novelist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dual Alliance",1,1,1 ], "the alliance between France and Russia (1893-1917)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dual Alliance",1,1,2 ], "Triple Alliance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dual Alliance",1,1,2 ], "the secret Austro-German alliance against Russia (1879) later expanded to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dual Monarchy",1,1,1 ], "the monarchy of Austria-Hungary from 1867 to 1918" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duala",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa living chiefly in Cameroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duala",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Duala",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dubai",1,1,1 ], "Dubai, on the Persian Gulf: oilfields| Pop|: 75,000 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dubai",1,1,1 ], "a sheikdom in the NE Arab Emirates, consisting principally of the port of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dubcek" ,1, 1, 1],"Czechoslovak Communist Party (1968-69) prompted the Russian occupation (1968) and his",2). c_DEF([ "Dubcek" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1921, Czechoslovak statesman|His reforms as first secretary of the",1). c_DEF([ "Dubcek" ,1, 1, 1],"enforced resignation",3). c_DEF([ "Dublin Bay prawn",1,1,1 ], "a large prawn usually used in a dish of scampi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dublin",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Gaelic name: Baile Atha Cliath" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dublin",1,1,1 ], "1171 until 1922; commercial and cultural centre; contains one of the world's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dublin",1,1,1 ], "largest breweries and exports whiskey, stout, and agricultural produce| Pop|: 567,866" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dublin",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Republic of Ireland, on Dublin Bay: under English rule from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dublin",1,1,2 ], "Area: 922 sq| km (356 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dublin",1,1,2 ], "a county in E Ireland, in Leinster on the Irish Sea: mountainous in the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dublin",1,1,2 ], "but low-lying in the north and centre| County seat: Dublin| Pop|: 862,219 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dubonnet",1,1,1 ], "a sweet usually red aperitif wine flavoured with quinine and bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dubrovnik",1,1,1 ], "Italian name (until 1918): Ragusa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dubrovnik",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Yugoslavia, in Croatia on the Dalmatian coast: an important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dubrovnik",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre in the Middle Ages; tourist centre| Pop|: 30,000 (1972 est|)| Former" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dubuffet",1,1,1 ], "born 1901, French painter, inspired by graffiti and the untrained art of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dubuffet",1,1,1 ], "children and psychotics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Duccio di Buoninsegna",1,1,1 ], "1255-1318, Italian painter; founder of the Sienese school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duce",1,1,1 ], "the title assumed by Benito Mussolini as leader of Fascist Italy (1922-43)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duchamp" ,1, 1, 1],"1887-1968, U|S| painter and sculptor, born in France noted as a leading",1). c_DEF([ "Duchamp" ,1, 1, 1],"exponent of Dada|His best-known work is",2). c_DEF([ "Dudley",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 185,535 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dudley",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in the West Midlands: wrought-iron industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duero",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for the Douro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dufy",1,1,1 ], "1877-1953, French painter and designer whose style is characterized by swift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dufy",1,1,1 ], "calligraphic draughtsmanship and bright colouring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Duhamel" ,1, 1, 1],"1884-1966, French novelist, poet, and dramatist author of",1). c_DEF([ "Duisburg",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duisburg",1,1,1 ], "confluence of the Rivers Rhine and Ruhr: one of the world's largest and busiest inland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Duisburg",1,1,1 ], "ports| Pop|: 435,281 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dukas" ,1, 1, 1],"1865-1935, French composer best known for the orchestral scherzo",1). c_DEF([ "Dukhobors",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Doukhobors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dulles",1,1,1 ], "1888-1959, U|S| statesman and lawyer; secretary of state (1953-59)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duluth",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Minnesota, at the W end of Lake Superior| Pop|: 100,578 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,1 ], "Alexandre (al$ek!s?~adr), known as Dumas pere| 1802-70, French novelist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,1 ], "Three Musketeers (1844)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,1 ], "dramatist, noted for his historical romances The Count of Monte Cristo (1844) and The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,2 ], "(1852)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,2 ], "dramatist, noted esp| for the play he adapted from an earlier novel, La Dame aux camelias" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,2 ], "his son, Alexandre, known as Dumas fils| 1824-95, French novelist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,3 ], "Jean-Baptiste Andre (#f?~a batist ?~a!dre)| 1800-84, French chemist, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumas",1,1,3 ], "his research on vapour density and atomic weight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumbarton Oaks",1,1,1 ], "an estate in the District of Columbia in the U|S: scene of conferences in 1944" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumbarton Oaks",1,1,1 ], "concerned with creating the United Nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumbarton",1,1,1 ], "Leven and Clyde: centred around the Rock of Dumbarton, an important stronghold since" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumbarton",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Scotland, in Strathclyde region near the confluence of the Rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumbarton",1,1,1 ], "ancient times; shipbuilding, engineering, and distilling| Pop|: 25,640 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dumfries and Galloway Region",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 143,585 (1976 est|)| Area: 6475 sq| km (2500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumfries and Galloway Region",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in SW Scotland| Administrative centre: Dumfries|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumfries",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Scotland, administrative centre of Dumfries and Galloway region on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumfries",1,1,1 ], "the River Nith| Pop|: 29,384 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumfries",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county in S Scotland, on the Solway Firth, now part of Dumfries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dumfries",1,1,2 ], "and Galloway region: the Southern Uplands in the north slope down to the coast;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dumfries",1,1,2 ], "chiefly agricultural" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dumyat",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic name for Damietta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dun Laoghaire",1,1,1 ], "Dunleary (until 1821), Kingstown (1821-1921)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dun Laoghaire",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Ireland, on Dublin Bay| Pop|: 53,171 (1971)| Former names:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dun",1,1,1 ], "the Rumanian name for the Danube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duna",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for the Danube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunaj",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for the Danube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunant",1,1,1 ], "1828-1910, Swiss humanitarian, founder of the International Red Cross (1864):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunant",1,1,1 ], "shared the Nobel peace prize 1901" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunbar",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE Scotland, in Lothian region: scene of Cromwell's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunbar",1,1,1 ], "defeat of the Scots (1650)| Pop|: 4586 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunbar",2,1,1 ], "1460-1520, Scottish poet, noted for his satirical and humorous verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunbarton",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of W Scotland, now part of Strathclyde region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duncan I",1,1,1 ], "died 1040, king of Scotland (1034-40); murdered by Macbeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duncan Phyfe",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duncan Phyfe",1,1,2 ], "furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duncan Phyfe",1,1,3 ], "and Directoire styles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Duncan Phyfe",1,1,3 ], "of or in the manner of Duncan Phyfe, esp| in that which followed the Sheraton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duncan",1,1,1 ], "1878-1927, U|S| dancer and choreographer, who influenced modern ballet by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duncan",1,1,1 ], "introducing greater freedom of movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dundalk",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dundalk",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Ireland, on Dundalk Bay: county town of Co| Louth| Pop|: 23,816" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dundee cake",1,1,1 ], "a fairly rich fruit cake decorated with almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dundee",1,1,1 ], "Tay: centre of the British jute industry| Pop|: 182,084 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dundee",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Scotland, administrative centre of Tayside region on the Firth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunedin",1,1,1 ], "a port in New Zealand, on SE South Island: founded (1848) by Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunedin",1,1,1 ], "settlers| Pop|: 83,600 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunfermline",1,1,1 ], "Scottish kings| Pop|: 49,882 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunfermline",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Scotland, in SW Fife: ruined palace, a former residence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dungeness",1,1,1 ], "a low shingle headland on the S coast of England, in Kent: lighthouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunker",1,1,1 ], "a member of the German Baptist Brethren" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunkerque",1,1,1 ], "Dunkirk" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dunkerque",1,1,1 ], "a port in N France, on the Strait of Dover: scene of the evacuation of British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunkerque",1,1,1 ], "and other Allied troops after the fall of France in 1940; industrial centre with an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunkerque",1,1,1 ], "oil refinery and naval shipbuilding yards| Pop|: 83,759 (1975)| English name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dunlop",1,1,1 ], "1840-1921, Scottish veterinary surgeon, who devised the first successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunlop",1,1,1 ], "pneumatic tyre, which was manufactured by the company named after him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunois",1,1,1 ], "Arc (1429)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dunois",1,1,1 ], "Comte de Dunois, called the Bastard of Orleans| 1403-68, French military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunois",1,1,1 ], "commander, who defended Orleans against the English until the siege was raised by Joan of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunoon",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 9824 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunoon",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in W Scotland, in central Strathclyde on the Firth of Clyde|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duns Scotus",1,1,1 ], "1265-1308, Scottish scholastic theologian and Franciscan priest: opposed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duns Scotus",1,1,1 ], "theology of St| Thomas Aquinas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunsany",1,1,1 ], "short-story writer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunsany",1,1,1 ], "title of Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett| 1878-1957, Irish dramatist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunsinane",1,1,1 ], "a hill in central Scotland, in the Sidlaw Hills: the ruined fort at its summit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunsinane",1,1,1 ], "is regarded as Macbeth's castle| Height: 303 m (1012 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunstable",1,1,1 ], "31,790 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunstable",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in SE central England, in central Bedfordshire| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunstable",2,1,1 ], "died 1453, English composer, esp| of motets and mass settings, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunstable",2,1,1 ], "innovations in harmony and rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunstan",1,1,1 ], "(959-988)| He revived monasticism in England on Benedictine lines and promoted education|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dunstan",1,1,1 ], "909-988 a|d|, English prelate and statesman; archbishop of Canterbury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dunstan",1,1,1 ], "Feast day: May 19" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Duntroon",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of Canberra: seat of the Royal Military College of Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duparc",1,1,1 ], "full name Marie Eugene Henri Fouques Duparc| 1848-1933, French composer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duparc",1,1,1 ], "songs noted for their sad brooding quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dupleix",1,1,1 ], "Marquis Joseph Francois (#foz$ef fra!swa)| 1697-1763, French governor general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dupleix",1,1,1 ], "by Clive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dupleix",1,1,1 ], "in India (1742-54)| His plan to establish a French empire in India was frustrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Duplessis-Mornay",1,1,1 ], "a variant of (Philippe de)Mornay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dupr",1,1,1 ], "1886-1971, French organist and composer, noted as an improviser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duque de Caxias",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, near Rio de Janeiro| Pop|: 256,582 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duralumin",1,1,1 ], "a light strong aluminium alloy containing 3|5-4|5 per cent of copper with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Duralumin",1,1,1 ], "small quantities of silicon, magnesium, and manganese; used in aircraft manufacture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durance",1,1,1 ], "a river in S France, rising in the Alps and flowing generally southwest into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durance",1,1,1 ], "the Rhone| Length: 304 km (189 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durango",1,1,1 ], "Durango| Pop|: 939,208 (1970)| Area: 119,648 sq| km (46,662 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Durango",1,1,1 ], "a state in N central Mexico: high plateau, with the Sierra Madre Occidental in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durango",1,1,1 ], "the west; irrigated agriculture (esp| cotton) and rich mineral resources| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durango",1,1,2 ], "191,034 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durango",1,1,2 ], "a city in NW central Mexico, capital of Durango state: mining centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durazzo",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Durres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durban",1,1,1 ], "(1909); resort and industrial centre, with oil refineries, shipbuilding yards, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durban",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 495,458 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Durban",1,1,1 ], "a port in E South Africa, in E Natal on the Indian Ocean: University of Natal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durex",1,1,1 ], "a brand of condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durex",1,1,2 ], "a brand of adhesive tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durham",1,1,1 ], "a county of NE England, on the North Sea: rises to the N Pennines in the west," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durham",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 2496 sq| km (964 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Durham",1,1,1 ], "with a coalfield to the east| Administrative centre: Durham| Pop|: 610,400 (1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durham",1,1,2 ], "Norman cathedral; 11th-century castle (founded by William the Conqueror), now occupied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durham",1,1,2 ], "a city in NE England, administrative centre of Co| Durham, on the River Wear:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durham",1,1,2 ], "by the University of Durham (1832)| Pop|: 24,744 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Durham",1,1,3 ], "a variety of shorthorn cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durkheim" ,1, 1, 1],"1858-1917, French sociologist, whose pioneering works include",1). c_DEF([ "Durkheim" ,1, 1, 2],"De la Division du travail social",1). c_DEF([ "Duroc",1,1,1 ], "an American breed of red lard pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durr",1,1,1 ], "Epidamnus, Dyrrachium|Italian name: Durazzo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Durr",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Albania, on the Adriatic|Pop|: 53,800 (1970)| Ancient names:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durrell",1,1,1 ], "(1960)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Durrell",1,1,1 ], "born 1912, English poet and novelist; author of The Alexandria Quartet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Durrell",1,1,1 ], "novels, consisting of Justine (1957), Balthazar (1958), Mountolive (1958), and Clea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dur|",1,1,1 ], "Durham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dushanbe",1,1,1 ], "436,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (1929-61): Stalinabad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dushanbe",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Tadzhik SSR| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dust Bowl",1,1,1 ], "erosion during the droughts of the mid-1930s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dust Bowl",1,1,1 ], "the area of the south central U|S| that became denuded of topsoil by wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch East Indies",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1798-1945) of Indonesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch Guiana",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Surinam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1963) of West Irian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch Reformed Church",1,1,1 ], "Africans belong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch Reformed Church",1,1,1 ], "any of the three Calvinist Churches to which most Afrikaans-speaking South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch West Indies",1,1,1 ], "a former name of the Netherlands Antilles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch auction",1,1,1 ], "an auction in which the price is lowered by stages until a buyer is found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch barn",1,1,1 ], "a farm building consisting of a steel frame and a curved roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch cap",1,1,1 ], "a woman's lace cap with triangular flaps, characteristic of Dutch national" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch cap",1,1,1 ], "dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch cap",1,1,2 ], "a contraceptive device for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch cheese",1,1,1 ], "Gouda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch cheese",1,1,1 ], "any of various small round hard cheeses of the Netherlands, esp| Edam and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch courage",1,1,1 ], "false courage gained from drinking alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch courage",1,1,2 ], "alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch doll",1,1,1 ], "a jointed wooden doll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch door",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for stable door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch elm disease",1,1,1 ], "a disease of elm trees caused by the fungus Ceratocystis ulmi and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch elm disease",1,1,1 ], "characterized by withering of the foliage and stems and eventual death of the tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch elm",1,1,1 ], "a widely planted hybrid elm tree, Ulmus hollandica, with spreading branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch elm",1,1,1 ], "and a short trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch hoe",1,1,1 ], "a type of hoe in which two prongs are joined by a crosspiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch metal",1,1,1 ], "a substitute for gold leaf, consisting of thin sheets of copper that have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch metal",1,1,1 ], "turned yellow by exposure to the fumes of molten zinc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch oven",1,1,1 ], "an iron or earthenware container with a cover used for stews, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch oven",1,1,2 ], "a metal box, open in front, for cooking in front of an open fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch rush",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) a horsetail, Equisetum hyemale, whose siliceous stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch rush",1,1,1 ], "have been used for polishing and scouring pots and pans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch treat",1,1,1 ], "an entertainment, meal, etc|, where each person pays for himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch uncle",1,1,1 ], "a person who criticizes or reproves frankly and severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family and quite closely related to German and English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Netherlands, belonging to the West Germanic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch",1,1,2 ], "the Dutch|the natives, citizens, or inhabitants of the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch",1,1,3 ], "in Dutch| Slang| in trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Netherlands, its inhabitants, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch",1,2,1 ], "their language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutch",1,3,1 ], "go Dutch| Informal| to share expenses equally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutchman",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutchman",1,1,2 ], "a piece of wood, metal, etc|, used to repair or patch faulty workmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutchman's-breeches",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing|) a North American plant, Dicentra cucullaria, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutchman's-breeches",1,1,1 ], "finely divided basal leaves and pink flowers: family Fumariaceae",2 ). c_DEF([ "Dutchman's-pipe",1,1,1 ], "Aristolochiaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dutchman's-pipe",1,1,1 ], "a woody climbing plant, Aristolochia sipho, of the eastern U|S|, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dutchman's-pipe",1,1,1 ], "for its greenish-brown mottled flowers, which are shaped like a curved pipe: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Duvalier" ,1, 1, 1],"cois (fraswa), known as Papa Doc",1). c_DEF([ "Duvalier" ,1, 1, 2],"1907-71, president of Haiti (1957-71)",1). c_DEF([ "Duvalier" ,1, 1, 3],"his son, Jean-Claude (#faklo$:d)| born 1951, Haitian statesman; life",1). c_DEF([ "Duvalier" ,1, 1, 3],"president of Haiti since 1971",2). c_DEF([ "Du|",1,1,1 ], "Duke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Du|",1,1,2 ], "Dutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dvina Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the White Sea, off the coast of the NW Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dvina",1,1,1 ], "Northern| a river in the NW Soviet Union, formed by the confluence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dvina",1,1,1 ], "Sukhona and Yug Rivers and flowing northwest to Dvina Bay in the White Sea| Length: 750" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dvina",1,1,1 ], "km (466 miles)| Russian name: Severnaya Dvina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dvina",1,1,2 ], "Russian name: Zapadnaya Dvina| Latvian name: Daugava" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dvina",1,1,2 ], "Western| a river in the W Soviet Union, rising in the Valdai Hills and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dvina",1,1,2 ], "south and southwest then northwest to the Gulf of Riga| Length: 1021 km (634 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dvinsk",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the former Russian name for Daugavpils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dvorak",1,1,1 ], "1841-1904, Czech composer, much of whose work reflects the influence of folk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dvorak",1,1,1 ], "music| His best-known work is the Symphony No| 9 From the New World (1893)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dy",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for dysprosium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dyak",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Malaysian people of the interior of Borneo: noted for their long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dyak",1,1,1 ], "houses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dyfed",1,1,1 ], "(2280 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dyfed",1,1,1 ], "Carmarthenshire: coastal lowlands rising to a high plateau in the north and mountains in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dyfed",1,1,1 ], "a county in SW Wales, formed in 1974 from Cardiganshire, Pembrokeshire, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dyfed",1,1,1 ], "south| Administrative centre: Carmarthen| Pop|: 323,100 (1976 est|)| Area: 5762 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dylan",1,1,1 ], "(1965), Highway 61 Revisited (1965), Blonde on Blonde (1966), John Wesley Harding" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Dylan",1,1,1 ], "(1968), Nashville Skyline (1969), Before the Flood (1974), Blood on the Tracks (1975)," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Dylan",1,1,1 ], "Dylan (1961), The Times they are a-changin' (1963), Bringing it All Back Home" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Dylan",1,1,1 ], "and Desire (1976)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Dylan",1,1,1 ], "noted for his protest songs in the 1960s| His albums include The Freewheelin' Bob" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dylan",1,1,1 ], "original name Robert Zimmerman| born 1941, U|S| folk singer and songwriter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dyula",1,1,1 ], "a member of a negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in the rain forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dyula",1,1,1 ], "of the Ivory Coast, where they farm rice, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dyula",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dyula",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dzaudzhikau",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1944-54) of Ordzhonikidze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dzerzhinsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the central Soviet Union| Pop|: 240,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dzhambul",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S central Soviet Union, in the Kazakh SSR: chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dzhambul",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing| Pop|: 239,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1938): Auliye-Ata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Dzongka",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Bhutan, probably a member of the Sino-Tibetan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dzungaria",1,1,1 ], "an arid region of W China, in N Sinkiang-Uighur between the Altai Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Dzungaria",1,1,1 ], "and the Tien Shan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "D| Bib|",1,1,1 ], "Douay Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,1 ], "Democrat(ic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,10 ], "Dutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,2 ], "Department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,3 ], "Deus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,4 ], "diopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,5 ], "Director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,6 ], "Dominus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,7 ], "Don (a Spanish title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,8 ], "Duchess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|",1,1,9 ], "Duke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|A|",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) District Attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|A|",1,1,2 ], "duck's-arse (hair style)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|B|E|",1,1,1 ], "Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|C|",1,1,1 ], "da capo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|C|",1,1,2 ], "District of Columbia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|C|B|",1,1,1 ], "Dame Commander of the Order of the Bath (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|C|L|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Civil Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|C|M|",1,1,1 ], "Distinguished Conduct Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|C|M|G|",1,1,1 ], "Dame Commander of the Order of St| Michael and St| George (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|C|V|O|",1,1,1 ], "Dame Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Divinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|D|S|" ,1, 1, 1],"Doctor of Dental Surgery",1). c_DEF([ "D|D|S|" ,1, 1, 2],"cien",1). c_DEF([ "D|Eng|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Engineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|E|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Department of Education and Science",1). c_DEF([ "D|F|",1,1,1 ], "Defender of the Faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|F|C|",1,1,1 ], "Distinguished Flying Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|F|M|",1,1,1 ], "Distinguished Flying Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|G|",1,1,1 ], "Deo gratias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|G|",1,1,2 ], "director-general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|I|Y|" ,1, 1, 1],"do-it-yourself",1). c_DEF([ "D|J|",1,1,1 ], "dinner jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|J|",1,1,2 ], "disc jockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|Litt|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|Litt|",1,1,2 ], "Doctor of Literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|L|P|(formerly)" ,1, 1, 1],"Democratic Labor Party (of Australia)",1). c_DEF([ "D|Mus|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|M|K|(in India)" ,1, 1, 1],"Dravida Munnetra Kazgham: a political party in the state of Tamil Nadu",1). c_DEF([ "D|M|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Diploma in Management Studies",1). c_DEF([ "D|N|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Department for National Savings",1). c_DEF([ "D|O|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Optometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|O|",1,1,2 ], "Doctor of Osteopathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|O|A|",1,1,1 ], "dead on arrival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|O|E|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Department of the Environment",1). c_DEF([ "D|O|M|",1,1,1 ], "Deo Optimo Maximo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|Phil",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|P|",1,1,1 ], "displaced person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|P|H|",1,1,1 ], "Diploma in Public Health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|P|M|",1,2,1 ], "Diploma in Psychological Medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|P|W|",1,1,1 ], "Department of Public Works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|Sc|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|S|",1,1,1 ], "dal segno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|S|C|",1,1,1 ], "Distinguished Service Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|S|M|",1,1,1 ], "Distinguished Service Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|S|O|",1,1,1 ], "Distinguished Service Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "Daylight Saving Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|T|'s",1,1,1 ], "delirium tremens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|V|",1,1,1 ], "Deo volente" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|V|",1,1,2 ], "Douay Version (of the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|V|M|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Veterinary Medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "D|b|h|",1,1,1 ], "diameter at breast height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E layer",1,1,1 ], "another name for E region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E region",1,1,1 ], "a region of the ionosphere, extending from a height of 90 to about 150" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E region",1,1,1 ], "kilometres| It reflects radio waves of medium wavelength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,1,1 ], "a note having a frequency of 329|63 hertz (E above middle C) or this value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,1,1 ], "energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,1,1 ], "multiplied or divided by any power of 2; the third note of the scale of C major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,1,2 ], "a key, string, or pipe producing this note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,1,2 ], "electromotive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,1,3 ], "Young's modulus (of elasticity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,1,3 ], "the major or minor key having this note as its tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,2 ], "East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,3 ], "English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,4 ], "Egypt(ian)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,5 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E",1,1,6 ], "Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E-boat",1,1,1 ], "(in World War II) an enemy torpedo boat, esp| a German one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EACSO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for East African Common Services Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EAK",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for East Africa Kenya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EAM",1,1,1 ], "(in World War II) the leftist resistance in German-occupied Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EAROM",1,1,1 ], "n| acronym for electrically alterable read only memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EAU",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for East Africa Uganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EBCDIC",1,1,1 ], "acronym for extended binary-coded decimal-interchange code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EC",1,1,1 ], "East central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EC",1,1,2 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EC",1,1,3 ], "Ecuador" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ECOWAS",1,1,1 ], "Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo, and Upper Volta" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ECOWAS",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Economic Community of West African States; an economic association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ECOWAS",1,1,1 ], "established in 1975 among Benin, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "EDTA",1,1,1 ], "chelating agent| Formula: (HOOCCH\2)2NCH22" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "EDTA",1,1,1 ], "ethylenediaminetetra-acetic acid; a colourless crystalline slightly soluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EDTA",1,1,1 ], "organic compound used in inorganic chemistry and biochemistry| It is a powerful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "EEC",1,1,1 ], "European Economic Community (the Common Market)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EEG",1,1,1 ], "electroencephalogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EEG",1,1,2 ], "electroencephalograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EFTA",1,1,1 ], "Switzerland, Austria, and Portugal| Finland became an associate member in 1961 and Iceland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "EFTA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for European Free Trade Association; established in 1960 to eliminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EFTA",1,1,1 ], "joined in 1970| Britain and Denmark left EFTA to join the EEC in 1972" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "EFTA",1,1,1 ], "trade tariffs on industrial products; comprised Britain, Denmark, Norway, Sweden," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "EHF",1,1,1 ], "extremely high frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ELDO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for European Launcher Development Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ELT",1,1,1 ], "European letter telegram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ENE",1,1,1 ], "east-northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EP",1,1,1 ], "a longer recording on it than a single, designed to be played at 45 or 33'13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "EP",1,1,1 ], "an extended-play gramophone record: usually 7 inches (18 cm) in diameter with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EP",1,1,1 ], "revolutions per minute" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "EP",1,2,1 ], "denoting such a record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EPA",1,1,1 ], "education priority area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EPROM",1,1,1 ], "n| acronym for erasable programmable read only memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ERS",1,1,1 ], "earnings related supplement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ESB",1,1,1 ], "abbrev for electrical stimulation of the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ESE",1,1,1 ], "east-southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ESR",1,1,1 ], "electron spin resonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ESRO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for European Space Research Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "EVA",1,1,1 ], "extravehicular activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ealing",1,1,1 ], "Southall| Pop|: 293,800 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ealing",1,1,1 ], "a borough of W Greater London, formed in 1965 from Acton, Ealing, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eanes",1,1,1 ], "born 1935, Portuguese statesman and general president of Portugal since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Earhart",1,1,1 ], "1898-1937, U|S| aviatrix: the first woman to fly the Atlantic (1928)| She" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Earhart",1,1,1 ], "disappeared on a Pacific flight (1937)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Earl Marshal",1,1,1 ], "an officer of the English peerage who presides over the College of Heralds and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Earl Marshal",1,1,1 ], "organizes royal processions and other important ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Early Bird",1,1,1 ], "in 1965 into a stationary orbit and provided telephone channels between Europe and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Early Bird",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of communications satellites, the first of which was launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Early Bird",1,1,1 ], "the U|S" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Early Christian",1,1,1 ], "3rd century a|d| and spread through the Roman empire until the 5th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Early Christian",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the style of architecture that started in Italy in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Early English",1,1,1 ], "a style of architecture used in England in the 12th and 13th centuries," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Early English",1,1,1 ], "characterized by lancet arches, narrow openings, and plate tracery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Early Renaissance",1,1,1 ], "from the study of classical sources, notably by Donatello, Masaccio, and Alberti" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Early Renaissance",1,1,1 ], "sculpture, and architecture, when naturalistic styles and humanist theories were evolved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Early Renaissance",1,1,1 ], "the period from about 1400 to 1500 in European, esp| Italian, painting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Earnings Related Supplement",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a payment based on earnings in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Earnings Related Supplement",1,1,1 ], "previous tax year, payable (in addition to unemployment or sickness benefit) for about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Earnings Related Supplement",1,1,1 ], "six months to a sick or unemployed person" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Earthshaker",1,1,1 ], "Classical myth| Poseidon (or Neptune) in his capacity as the bringer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Earthshaker",1,1,1 ], "earthquakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Africa",1,1,1 ], "a region of Africa comprising Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East African Community",1,1,1 ], "an association established in 1967 by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania to promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East African Community",1,1,1 ], "closer economic and social ties between member states: dissolved in 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Anglia",1,1,1 ], "a region of E England south of the Wash: consists of Norfolk and Suffolk, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Anglia",1,1,1 ], "parts of Essex and Cambridgeshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Anglia",1,1,2 ], "an Anglo-Saxon kingdom that consisted of Norfolk and Suffolk in the 6th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Anglia",1,1,2 ], "century a|d|; became a dependency of Mercia in the 8th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Bengal",1,1,1 ], "(now Bangladesh)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Bengal",1,1,1 ], "the part of the former Indian province of Bengal assigned to Pakistan in 1947" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Berlin",1,1,1 ], "the part of Berlin under East German control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Cape",1,1,1 ], "the easternmost point of New Guinea, on Milne Bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Cape",1,1,2 ], "the easternmost point of New Zealand, on North Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Cape",1,1,3 ], "the former name for Cape Dezhnev" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East China Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the N Pacific, between the E coast of China and the Ryukyu Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East End",1,1,1 ], "a densely populated part of E London containing slums and industrial and dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East End",1,1,1 ], "areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Flanders",1,1,1 ], "(1150 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "East Flanders",1,1,1 ], "a province of W Belgium: low-lying, with reclaimed land in the northeast:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Flanders",1,1,1 ], "textile industries| Capital: Ghent| Pop|: 1,325,419 (1975 est|)| Area: 2979 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Germanic",1,1,1 ], "a subbranch of the Germanic languages: now extinct| The only member of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Germanic",1,1,1 ], "records survive is Gothic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Germany",1,1,1 ], "(42,189 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "East Germany",1,1,1 ], "German mark| Capital: East Berlin| Pop|: 16,850,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 108,178 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "East Germany",1,1,1 ], "a republic in N central Europe, on the Baltic: established in 1949 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Germany",1,1,1 ], "declared a sovereign state by the Soviet Union in 1954; low-lying in the north, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Germany",1,1,1 ], "many lakes; mountainous and forested in the south| Language: German| Currency: East" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "East India Company",1,1,1 ], "Indies: dissolved in 1874" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East India Company",1,1,1 ], "the company chartered in 1600 by the British government to trade in the East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East India Company",1,1,2 ], "French, and Danes in the 17th and 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East India Company",1,1,2 ], "any similar trading company, such as any of those founded by the Dutch," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Indian",1,1,1 ], "an immigrant to the West Indies who is of Indian origin; an Asian West Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Indian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or originating in the East Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Indies",1,1,1 ], "the Malay Archipelago, including or excluding the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Indies",1,1,2 ], "SE Asia in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Kilbride",1,1,1 ], "63,505 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Kilbride",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Scotland, near Glasgow: designated a new town in 1947| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East London",1,1,1 ], "a port in S South Africa, in SE Cape Province| Pop|: 118,298 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Lothian",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of E central Scotland, now part of Lothian region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Pakistan",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1971) of Bangladesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Prussia",1,1,1 ], "a former province of NE Germany on the Baltic Sea: separated in 1919 from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Prussia",1,1,1 ], "part, the Soviet Union the north| German name: Ostpreussen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "East Prussia",1,1,1 ], "rest of Germany by the Polish Corridor and Danzig: in 1945 Poland received the south" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Riding",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) an administrative division of Yorkshire, now mostly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Riding",1,1,1 ], "Humberside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East Sussex",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Lewes| Pop|: 655,600 (1976 est|)| Area: 1836 sq| km (710 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "East Sussex",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE England comprising part of the former county of Sussex: mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East Sussex",1,1,1 ], "undulating agricultural land, with the South Downs and seaside resorts in the south|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,1,1 ], "West; the Orient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,1,1 ], "the continent of Asia regarded as culturally distinct from Europe and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,1,2 ], "the countries under Communist rule, lying mainly in the E hemisphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,1,3,1 ], "the area north of the Ohio and east of the Mississippi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,1,3,2 ], "the area north of Maryland and east of the Alleghenies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,2,1,1 ], "of or denoting the eastern part of a specified country, area, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "East",1,2,1,2 ], "East Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastbourne",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastbourne",1,1,1 ], "a resort in SE England, in East Sussex on the English Channel| Pop|: 70,495" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter Island",1,1,1 ], "(1960)| Area: 166 sq| km (64 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Easter Island",1,1,1 ], "Chile: discovered on Easter Sunday, 1722; annexed by Chile in 1888; noted for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Easter Island",1,1,1 ], "an isolated volcanic island in the Pacific, 3700 km (2300 miles) west of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter Island",1,1,1 ], "remains of an aboriginal culture, which includes gigantic stone figures| Pop|: 1135" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Easter egg",1,1,1 ], "an egg given to children at Easter, usually a chocolate egg or a hen's egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter egg",1,1,1 ], "with its shell painted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Easter lily",1,1,1 ], "any of various lilies, esp| Lilium longiflorum, that have large showy white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter lily",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Easter",1,1,1 ], "a festival of the Christian Church commemorating the Resurrection of Christ:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter",1,1,1 ], "falls on the Sunday following the first full moon after the vernal equinox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Easter",1,1,2 ], "the day on which this festival is celebrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter",1,1,3 ], "the period between Good Friday and Easter Monday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter-ledges",1,1,1 ], "another name for bistort ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter-ledges",1,1,2 ], "Easter-ledge pudding| Northern English dialect| a pudding made from the young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easter-ledges",1,1,2 ], "leaves of the bistort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Church",1,1,1 ], "any of the Christian Churches of the former Byzantine Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Church",1,1,2 ], "Greek patriarchal see of Constantinople" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Church",1,1,2 ], "any Church owing allegiance to the Orthodox Church and in communion with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Church",1,1,3 ], "any Church, including Uniat Churches, having Eastern forms of liturgy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Church",1,1,3 ], "institutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Ghats",1,1,1 ], "Western Ghats by the Nilgiri Hills; forms the E margin of the Deccan plateau" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Ghats",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S India, parallel to the Bay of Bengal: united with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Orthodox Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "395 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "the eastern of the two empires created by the division of the Roman Empire in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "Mean Time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "one of the standard times used in North America, five hours behind Greenwich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Townships",1,1,1 ], "St| Lawrence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern Townships",1,1,1 ], "an area of central Canada, in S Quebec: consists of 11 townships south of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastern rite",1,1,1 ], "the rite and liturgy of an Eastern Church or of a Uniat Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easterner",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the east of any specified region, esp| of the Orient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Easterner",1,1,1 ], "or of the eastern states of the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastertide",1,1,1 ], "the Easter season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastleigh",1,1,1 ], "45,320 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eastleigh",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in S Hampshire: railway engineering industry| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastman",1,1,1 ], "1854-1932, U|S| manufacturer of photographic equipment: noted for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eastman",1,1,1 ], "introduction of roll film and developments in colour photography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ebbw Vale",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Wales, in W Gwent: coal mines| Pop|: 26,049 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ebert",1,1,1 ], "1871-1925, German Social Democratic statesman first president of the German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ebert",1,1,1 ], "Republic (1919-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eblis",1,1,1 ], "the chief evil jinni in Islamic mythology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eboracum",1,1,1 ], "the Roman name for York ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ebro",1,1,1 ], "flowing southeast to the Mediterranean| Length: 910 km (565 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ebro",1,1,1 ], "the second largest river in Spain, rising in the Cantabrian Mountains and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecbatana",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in Iran, on the site of modern Hamadan; capital of Media and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecbatana",1,1,1 ], "royal residence of the Persians and Parthians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ecce Homo",1,1,1 ], "a picture or sculpture of Christ crowned with thorns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eccles cake",1,1,1 ], "a pastry with a filling of dried fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eccles",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 38,413 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecclesiastes",1,1,1 ], "a book of the Old Testament, probably written about 250 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecclesiastical Commissioners",1,1,1 ], "1948, when they were combined with Queen Anne's Bounty to form the Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ecclesiastical Commissioners",1,1,1 ], "Commissioners" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ecclesiastical Commissioners",1,1,1 ], "the administrators of the properties of the Church of England from 1836 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecclesiasticus",1,1,1 ], "Wisdom of Jesus, the son of Sirach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ecclesiasticus",1,1,1 ], "one of the books of the Apocrypha, written around 180 b|c|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eccles|",1,1,1 ], "Ecclesiastes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecclus|",1,1,1 ], "Ecclesiasticus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecevit",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, Turkish statesman prime minister (1974; since 1978)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Echo",1,1,1 ], "either of two U|S| passive communications satellites, the first of which was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Echo",1,1,1 ], "launched in 1960" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Echo",2,1,1 ], "a nymph who, spurned by Narcissus, pined away until only her voice remained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eck",1,1,1 ], "opponent of Luther and the Reformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eck",1,1,1 ], "original name Johann Mayer| 1486-1543, German Roman Catholic theologian;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eckhart",1,1,1 ], "called Meister Eckhart| 1260-1327, German Dominican theologian, mystic, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eckhart",1,1,1 ], "preacher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Economo's disease",1,1,1 ], "another name for sleeping sickness ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecuador",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Quito| Pop|: 6,500,845 (1974)| Area: 283,560 sq| km (109,483 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Ecuador",1,1,1 ], "Spanish; Quechua is also widely spoken| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: sucre|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ecuador",1,1,1 ], "a republic in South America, on the Pacific: under the Incas when Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ecuador",1,1,1 ], "colonization began in 1532; gained independence in 1822; declared a republic in 1830| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ecuador",1,1,1 ], "consists chiefly of a coastal plain in the west, separated from the densely forested" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ecuador",1,1,1 ], "upper Amazon basin (Oriente) by ranges and plateaus of the Andes| Official language:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ecua|",1,1,1 ], "Ecuador" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edam",1,1,1 ], "a hard round mild-tasting Dutch cheese, dark yellow in colour with a red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edam",1,1,1 ], "outside covering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edda",1,1,1 ], "a collection of mythological Old Norse poems made in the 12th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edda",1,1,2 ], "a treatise on versification together with a collection of Scandinavian myths," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edda",1,1,2 ], "legends, and poems compiled by Snorri Sturluson" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eddington",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur Stanley| 1882-1944, English astronomer and physicist, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eddington",1,1,1 ], "elucidation of the theory of relativity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eddington",1,1,1 ], "research on the motion, internal constitution, and luminosity of stars and for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eddy",1,1,1 ], "(1866)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eddy",1,1,1 ], "1821-1910, U|S| religious leader; founder of the Christian Science movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eddystone Rocks",1,1,1 ], "Plymouth: lighthouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eddystone Rocks",1,1,1 ], "a dangerous group of rocks at the W end of the English Channel, southwest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ede",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Netherlands, in Gelderland province| Pop|: 77,589 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ede",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eden",1,1,1 ], "the garden in which Adam and Eve were placed at the Creation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eden",1,1,2 ], "a delightful place, region, dwelling, etc|; paradise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eden",1,1,3 ], "a state of great delight, happiness, or contentment; bliss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eden",2,1,1 ], "French forces (1956)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Eden",2,1,1 ], "Sir (Robert)Anthony, Earl of Avon| 1897-1977, British Conservative statesman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eden",2,1,1 ], "after the controversy caused by the occupation of the Suez Canal zone by British and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eden",2,1,1 ], "foreign secretary (1935-38; 1940-45; 1951-55) and prime minister (1955-57)| He resigned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edessa",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city on the N edge of the Syrian plateau, founded as a Macedonian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edessa",1,1,1 ], "colony by Seleucus I: a centre of early Christianity| Modern name: Urfa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edessa",1,1,2 ], "Ancient name: Aegae|Modern Greek name: Edhessa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edessa",1,1,2 ], "a market town in Greece: ancient capital of Macedonia| Pop|: 13,967 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edgar Atheling",1,1,1 ], "1050-1125, grandson of Edmund II; Anglo-Saxon pretender to the English throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edgar Atheling",1,1,1 ], "in 1066" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edgar",1,1,1 ], "(959-975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edgar",1,1,1 ], "944-975 a|d|, king of Mercia and Northumbria (957-975) and of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edgehill",1,1,1 ], "I and the Parliamentarians (1642) in the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edgehill",1,1,1 ], "a ridge in S Warwickshire: site of the indecisive first battle between Charles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edgeworth",1,1,1 ], "1767-1849, English novelist: her works include Castle Rackrent (1800), and The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edgeworth",1,1,1 ], "Absentee (1812)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edhessa",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Edessa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edict of Nantes",1,1,1 ], "promulgated by Henry IV in 1598 and revoked by Louis XIV in 1685" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edict of Nantes",1,1,1 ], "the law granting religious and civil liberties to the French Protestants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edinburgh",1,1,1 ], "capital in the 15th century; university (1583); commercial and cultural centre, noted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edinburgh",1,1,1 ], "for its annual festival| Pop|: 453,422 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edinburgh",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Scotland, on the S side of the Firth of Forth: became the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edinburgh",2,1,1 ], "of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edinburgh",2,1,1 ], "title of Prince Philip Mountbatten| born 1921, husband of Queen Elizabeth II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edirne",1,1,1 ], "Hadrian| Pop|: 54,885 (1970)| Former name: Adrianople" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edirne",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Turkey: a Thracian town, rebuilt and renamed by the Roman emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edison",1,1,1 ], "1847-1931, U|S| inventor| He patented more than a thousand inventions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edison",1,1,1 ], "including the phonograph, the incandescent electric lamp, the microphone, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edison",1,1,1 ], "kinetoscope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edmonton",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Canada, capital of Alberta: oil industry| Pop|: 438,152 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edmund I",1,1,1 ], "922-946 a|d|, king of England (940-946)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edmund II",1,1,1 ], "called Edmund Ironside| 980-1016, king of England in 1016| His succession was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edmund II",1,1,1 ], "contested by Canute and they divided the kingdom between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edo",1,1,1 ], "16th-century bronze sculptures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of SW Nigeria around Benin, noted for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edo",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edo",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edom",1,1,1 ], "a nomadic people descended from Esau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edom",1,1,2 ], "the son of Esau who was the supposed ancestor of this nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edom",1,1,3 ], "of Aqaba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edom",1,1,3 ], "the ancient kingdom of this people, situated between the Dead Sea and the Gulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edomite",1,1,1 ], "Israelites in Old Testament times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edomite",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of the ancient kingdom of Edom, whose people were hostile to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edomite",1,1,2 ], "the ancient Semitic language of this people, closely related to Hebrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward I",1,1,1 ], "(1284) but failed to subdue Scotland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward I",1,1,1 ], "1239-1307, king of England (1272-1307); son of Henry III| He conquered Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward II",1,1,1 ], "1284-1327, king of England (1307-27); son of Edward I| He invaded Scotland but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward II",1,1,1 ], "Isabella and Roger Mortimer; died in prison" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edward II",1,1,1 ], "was defeated by Robert Bruce at Bannockburn (1314)| He was deposed by his wife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward III",1,1,1 ], "1312-77, king of England (1327-77); son of Edward II| His claim to the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward III",1,1,1 ], "throne in right of his mother Isabella provoked the Hundred Years' War (1337)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward IV",1,1,1 ], "1442-83, king of England (1461-70; 1471-83); son of Richard, duke of York| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward IV",1,1,1 ], "defeated Henry VI in The Wars of the Roses and became king (1461)| In 1470 Henry was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward IV",1,1,1 ], "restored to the throne, but Edward recovered the crown by his victory at Tewkesbury" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edward V",1,1,1 ], "1470-83, king of England in 1483; son of Edward IV| He was deposed by his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward V",1,1,1 ], "uncle, Richard, Duke of Gloucester (Richard III), and is thought to have been murdered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward V",1,1,1 ], "with his brother in the Tower of London" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edward VI",1,1,1 ], "1537-53, king of England (1547-53), son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward VI",1,1,1 ], "came under the control of Dudley, Duke of Northumberland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edward VI",1,1,1 ], "uncle the Duke of Somerset was regent until 1552, when he was executed| Edward then" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward VII",1,1,1 ], "1841-1910, king of Great Britain and Ireland (1901-10); son of Queen Victoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward VIII",1,1,1 ], "1894-1972, king of Great Britain and Ireland in 1936; son of George V and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward VIII",1,1,1 ], "Simpson; created Duke of Windsor (1937)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edward VIII",1,1,1 ], "brother of George VI| He abdicated in order to marry an American divorcee, Mrs| Wallis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward the Confessor",1,1,1 ], "1002-66, king of England (1042-66); son of Ethelred II; founder of Westminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward the Confessor",1,1,1 ], "Abbey| Feast day: Oct| 13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward",1,1,1 ], "a lake in central Africa, between Uganda and Zaire in the Great Rift Valley:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edward",1,1,1 ], "empties through the Semliki River into Lake Albert| Area: about 2150 sq| km (830 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edward",2,1,1 ], "England| He won victories over the French at Crecy (1346) and Poitiers (1356) in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edward",2,1,1 ], "Hundred Years' War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Edward",2,1,1 ], "called the Black Prince| 1330-76, Prince of Wales, the son of Edward III of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edwardian",1,1,1 ], "current in England during the reign of Edward VII" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edwardian",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of life, architecture, dress, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edwards",1,1,1 ], "Gareth born 1947, British Rugby Union footballer: halfback for Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edwards",1,1,2 ], "(since 1967) and the British Lions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edwards",1,1,3 ], "(1968-74)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edwards",1,1,4 ], "Jonathan| 1703-58, American Calvinist theologian and metaphysician; author of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edwards",1,1,4 ], "The Freedom of the Will (1754)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Edwin",1,1,1 ], "585-633 a|d|, king of Northumbria (617-633) and overlord of all England except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Edwin",1,1,1 ], "Kent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eerotema" ,1, 1, 1],"eroteme , or erotesis ($er@@$uti$:s$Is) n| Rhetoric",1). c_DEF([ "Eerotema" ,1, 1, 2],"a rhetorical question",1). c_DEF([ "Efahan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Isfahan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Efik",1,1,1 ], "a member of a subgroup of the Ibibio people of SE Nigeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Efik",1,1,2 ], "the language spoken by this people: the chief literary dialect of Ibibio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egbert",1,1,1 ], "(829-830)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egbert",1,1,1 ], "775-839 a|d|, king of Wessex (802-839); first overlord of all England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eger",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Hungary| Pop|: 45,000 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eger",1,1,2 ], "the German name for Cheb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egeria",1,1,1 ], "a female adviser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egham",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in N Surrey on the River Thames| Pop|: 30,510 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egmont",1,1,1 ], "National Park: an almost perfect cone| Height: 2478 m (8260 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egmont",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcano in New Zealand, in W central North Island in the Egmont" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egmont",2,1,1 ], "Count of Egmont, Prince of Gavre| 1522-68, Flemish statesman and soldier| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egmont",2,1,1 ], "attempted to secure limited reforms and religious tolerance in the Spanish government of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egmont",2,1,1 ], "nevertheless executed for treason by the Duke of Alva" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Egmont",2,1,1 ], "the Netherlands, refused to join William the Silent's rebellion, but was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt",1,1,1 ], "Cotton is the main export| Language: Arabic| Religion: chiefly Sunni Muslim| Currency:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NE Africa, on the Mediterranean and Red Sea: its history dates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt",1,1,1 ], "back about 5000 years| Occupied by the British from 1882, it became an independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt",1,1,1 ], "kingdom in 1922 and a republic in 1953| Over 96 per cent of the total area is desert," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt",1,1,1 ], "pound| Capital: Cairo| Pop|: 38,228,180 (1976)| Area: 1,002,000 sq| km (386,900 sq|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt",1,1,1 ], "with the chief areas of habitation and cultivation in the Nile delta and valley|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,1,1 ], "of Arabic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Egypt, its inhabitants, or their dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the ancient Egyptians, their language," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,1,2 ], "or culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,1,3 ], "(of type) having square slab serifs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the Gypsies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,2 ], "a member of an indigenous non-Semitic people who established an advanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,2 ], "civilization in Egypt that flourished from the late fourth millenium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,3 ], "family of languages| It is recorded in hieroglyphic inscriptions, the earliest of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,3 ], "the extinct language of the ancient Egyptians, belonging to the Afro-Asiatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,3 ], "which date from before 3000 b|c| It was extinct by the fourth century a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,4 ], "a large size of drawing paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptian",1,2,5 ], "an archaic name for a Gypsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egyptology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the archaeology and language of ancient Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Egypt|",1,1,1 ], "Egyptian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eg|",1,1,1 ], "Egypt(ian)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eg|",1,1,2 ], "Egyptology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ehrenburg" ,1, 1, 1],"1891-1967, Soviet novelist and journalist| His novel",1). c_DEF([ "Ehrenburg" ,1, 1, 2],"Stalin",2). c_DEF([ "Ehrenburg" ,1, 1, 2],"was the first published in the Soviet Union to deal with repression under",1). c_DEF([ "Ehrlich",1,1,1 ], "1854-1915, German bacteriologist, noted for his pioneering work in immunology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ehrlich",1,1,1 ], "and chemotherapy and for his discovery of a remedy for syphilis: Nobel prize for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ehrlich",1,1,1 ], "physiology and medicine 1908" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eichendorff",1,1,1 ], "Freiherr von Eichendorff|1788-1857, German poet and novelist, regarded as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eichendorff",1,1,1 ], "of the greatest German romantic lyricists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eichmann",1,1,1 ], "(Karl)Adolf| 1902-62, Austrian Nazi official| He escaped to Argentina after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eichmann",1,1,1 ], "World War II, but was captured and executed in Israel as a war criminal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eiffel Tower",1,1,1 ], "Exposition| Height: 295 m (984 ft|), raised in 1959 to 315 m (1052 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eiffel Tower",1,1,1 ], "a tower in Paris: designed by A| G| Eiffel; erected for the 1889 Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eiffel",1,1,1 ], "1832-1923, French engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eiger",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Switzerland, in the Bernese Alps| Height: 3970 m (13,101" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eiger",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eijkman",1,1,1 ], "1858-1930, Dutch physician, who discovered that beriberi is caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eijkman",1,1,1 ], "nutritional deficiency: Nobel prize for medicine 1929" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eilat",1,1,1 ], "Sea| Pop|: 12,800 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eilat",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Israel, on the Gulf of Aqaba: Israel's only outlet to the Red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eindhoven",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SE Netherlands, in North Brabant province: radio and electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eindhoven",1,1,1 ], "industry| Pop|: 191,942 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein shift",1,1,1 ], "a small displacement towards the red in the spectra, caused by the interaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein shift",1,1,1 ], "between the radiation and the gravitational field of a massive body, such as the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein",1,1,1 ], "(1916); he is noted also for his work for world peace: Nobel prize for physics 1921" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein",1,1,1 ], "1879-1955, U|S| physicist and mathematician, born in Germany| He formulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein",1,1,1 ], "the special theory of relativity (1905) and the general theory of relativity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein's law",1,1,1 ], "equation E = mc'2, where c is the velocity of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that mass (m) and energy (E) are equivalent according to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein's law",1,1,2 ], "the frequency of the incident radiation, h is the Planck constant, and Q is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein's law",1,1,2 ], "the principle that the maximum energy of a photoelectron is hn -Q, where n is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Einstein's law",1,1,2 ], "work function" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eire",1,1,1 ], "the Gaelic name for (the Republic of)Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenach",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW East Germany, in Erfurt district| Pop|: 50,674 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenhower",1,1,1 ], "(1950-52)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenhower",1,1,1 ], "(1953-61)| He commanded Allied forces in Europe and North Africa (1942), directed the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenhower",1,1,1 ], "Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force (1943-45) and 34th president of the U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenhower",1,1,1 ], "invasion of Italy (1943), and was Supreme Commander of the combined land forces of NATO" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenhower",1,1,1 ], "nickname Ike| 1890-1972, U|S| general and Republican statesman; Supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenstadt",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 10,059 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenstadt",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Austria, capital of Burgenland province: Hungarian until 1921|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eisenstein" ,1, 1, 1],"1898-1948, Soviet film director| His films include",1). c_DEF([ "Eisenstein" ,1, 1, 2],"Alexander Nevsky (1938), and Ivan the Terrible (1944)",1). c_DEF([ "Eisk",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Yeisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ekaterinburg",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Yekaterinburg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ekaterinodar",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1920) of Krasnodar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ekaterinoslav",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1787-96, 1802-1926) of Dnepropetrovsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Aaiun",1,1,1 ], "a city in Western Sahara: the former capital of Spanish Sahara; port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Aaiun",1,1,1 ], "discovery of rich phosphate deposits| Pop|: 18,212 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "El Aaiun",1,1,1 ], "facilities begun in 1967 at Playa de El Aaiun, 20 km (12 miles) away, following the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Alamein",1,1,1 ], "a village on the N coast of Egypt, about 112 km (70 miles) west of Alexandria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Alamein",1,1,1 ], "scene of a decisive Allied victory over the Germans (1942)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Capitan",1,1,1 ], "2306 m (7564 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "El Capitan",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in E central California, in the Sierra Nevada: a monolith with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Capitan",1,1,1 ], "precipice rising over 1100 m (3600 ft|) above the floor of the Yosemite Valley| Height:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Dorado",1,1,1 ], "a fabled city in South America, rich in treasure and sought by Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Dorado",1,1,1 ], "explorers in the 16th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Dorado",1,1,2 ], "any place of great riches or fabulous opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Faiy",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 167,700 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Faiy",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Egypt: a site of towns going back at least to the 12th dynasty|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Ferrol",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Spain, on the Atlantic: fortified naval base, with a deep natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Ferrol",1,1,1 ], "harbour| Pop|: 87,736 (1970)| Official name (since 1939): El Ferrol del Caudillo (del" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Ferrol",1,1,1 ], "ka$u!$di$yo)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "El Greco",1,1,1 ], "his elongated human forms and dramatic use of colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Greco",1,1,1 ], "original name Domenikos Theotocopoulos| 1541-1614, Spanish painter, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Gza",1,1,1 ], "Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) and the Sphinx| Pop|: 853,700 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Gza",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Egypt, on the W bank of the Nile opposite Cairo: nearby are the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Khalil",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Arabic name for Hebron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Mansura",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Egypt: scene of a battle (1250) in which the Crusaders were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Mansura",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 232,400 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "El Mansura",1,1,1 ], "defeated by the Mamelukes and Louis IX of France was captured; cotton-manufacturing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Minya",1,1,1 ], "a river port in central Egypt on the Nile| Pop|: 122,100 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Misti",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in S Peru, in the Andes| Height: 5822 m (19,096 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Obeid",1,1,1 ], "British and Egyptian army by the Mahdi (1883)| Pop|: 89,789 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Obeid",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Sudan, in Kordofan province: scene of the defeat of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Paso",1,1,1 ], "353,226 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Paso",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Texas, on the Rio Grande opposite Ciudad Juarez, Mexico| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Salvador",1,1,1 ], "1524; declared independence in 1841, becoming a republic in 1856| It consists of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "El Salvador",1,1,1 ], "San Salvador| Pop|: 3,549,260 (1971)| Area: 21,330 sq| km (8236 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "El Salvador",1,1,1 ], "a republic in Central America, on the Pacific: colonized by the Spanish from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "El Salvador",1,1,1 ], "coastal lowlands rising to a central plateau| Coffee constitutes about half of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "El Salvador",1,1,1 ], "total exports| Language: Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: colon| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Elagabalus",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Heliogabalus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elaine",1,1,1 ], "the half sister of Arthur and mother by him of Modred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elaine",1,1,2 ], "the mother of Sir Galahad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elam",1,1,1 ], "an ancient kingdom east of the River Tigris: established before 4000 b|c|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elam",1,1,1 ], "probably inhabited by a non-Semitic people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elamite",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of the ancient kingdom of Elam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elamite",1,1,2 ], "cuneiform inscriptions dating from the 25th to the 4th centuries b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elamite",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, of no known relationship, recorded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elamite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Elam, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elastoplast",1,1,1 ], "a gauze surgical dressing backed by adhesive tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elat",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Eilat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elba",1,1,1 ], "Bonaparte's first place of exile (1814-15)| Pop|: 27,543 (1971)| Area: 223 sq| km (86 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elba",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island off the W coast of Italy, in the Mediterranean: Napoleon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elba",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elbe",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Europe, rising in N Czechoslovakia and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elbe",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Czech name: Labe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elbe",1,1,1 ], "northwest through East and West Germany to the North Sea at Hamburg| Length: 1165 km (724" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elbert",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Colorado, in the Sawatch range| Height: 4329 m (14,431" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elbert",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elbl",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Poland: metallurgical industries| Pop|: 92,600 (1972 est|)| German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elbl",1,1,1 ], "name: Elbing " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elbrus",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in the S Soviet Union, in the Caucasus Mountains, with two extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elbrus",1,1,1 ], "volcanic peaks: the highest mountain in Europe| Height: 5633 m (18,476 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elburz Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Sea| Highest peak: 5604 m (18,376 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elburz Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in N Iran, parallel to the SW and S shores of the Caspian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elea",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Italy) a Greek colony on the Tyrrhenian coast of Lucana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eleanor of Aquitaine",1,1,1 ], "1122-1204, queen of France (1137-52) by her marriage to Louis VII and queen of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eleanor of Aquitaine",1,1,1 ], "England (1154-89) by her marriage to Henry II; mother of the English kings Richard I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eleanor of Aquitaine",1,1,1 ], "and John" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eleatic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a school of philosophy founded in Elea in Greece in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eleatic",1,1,1 ], "immutable Being is the only object of knowledge and that information obtained by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eleatic",1,1,1 ], "senses is illusory" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Eleatic",1,1,1 ], "the 6th century b|c| by Xenophanus, Parmenides, and Xeno| It held that one pure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eleatic",1,2,1 ], "a follower of this school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Electra complex",1,1,1 ], "the sexual attachment of a female child to her father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Electra",1,1,1 ], "Aegisthus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Electra",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra| She persuaded her brother Orestes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Electra",1,1,1 ], "to avenge their father by killing his murderess Clytemnestra and her lover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eleia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Elia'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eleusinian mysteries",1,1,1 ], "a mystical religious festival, held in September at Eleusis in classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eleusinian mysteries",1,1,1 ], "times, in which initiates celebrated Persephone, Demeter, and Dionysus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eleusis",1,1,1 ], "a town in Greece, in Attica about 23 km (14 miles) west of Athens, of which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eleusis",1,1,1 ], "is now an industrial suburb| Modern Greek name: Elevsis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elevs",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Eleusis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elgar",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edward 1857-1934, English composer, whose works include the Enigma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elgar",1,1,1 ], "Variations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elgar",1,1,2 ], "(1899), the oratorio The Dream of Gerontius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elgar",1,1,3 ], "(1900), two symphonies, a cello concerto, and a violin concerto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elgin marbles",1,1,1 ], "(1766-1841), and now at the British Museum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elgin marbles",1,1,1 ], "Parthenon in Athens, brought to England by Thomas Bruce, seventh Earl of Elgin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elgin marbles",1,1,1 ], "a group of 5th-century b|c| Greek sculptures originally decorating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elgon",1,1,1 ], "(14,178 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elgon",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcano in E Africa, on the Kenya-Uganda border| Height: 4321 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eli",1,1,1 ], "the highest priest at Shiloh and teacher of Samuel (I Samuel 1-3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elia",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW Greece, in the W Peloponnese: in ancient times most of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elia",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Modern Greek name: Ilia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elia",1,1,1 ], "region formed the state of Elis| Pop|: 165,056 (1971)| Area: 2681 sq| km (1046 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elia",2,1,1 ], "the pen name of (Charles)Lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elias",1,1,1 ], "the Douay spelling of Elijah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elijah",1,1,1 ], "Ahab and Jezebel| (I Kings 17-21: 21; II Kings 1-2:18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elijah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the 9th century b|c|, who was persecuted for denouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elik",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Helicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,1 ], "(1859), The Mill on the Floss (1860), Silas Marner (1861), and Middlemarch (1872)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,1 ], "George, pen name of Mary Ann Evans| 1819-80, English novelist, noted for her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,1 ], "analysis of provincial Victorian society| Her best-known novels include Adam Bede" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,10 ], "(1950), and The Confidential Clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,11 ], "(1954): Nobel prize for literature 1948" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,2 ], "Sir John| 1592-1632, English statesman, a leader of parliamentary opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,2 ], "to Charles I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,3 ], "TS 1888-1965, British poet, dramatist, and critic, born in the U|S| His poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,3 ], "includes Prufrock and Other Observations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,4 ], "(1917), The Waste Land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,5 ], "(1922), Ash Wednesday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,6 ], "(1930), and Four Quartets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,7 ], "(1944)| Among his verse plays are Murder in the Cathedral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,8 ], "(1935), The Family Reunion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliot",1,1,9 ], "(1939), The Cocktail Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elis",1,1,1 ], "Olympic games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city-state of SW Greece, in the NW Peloponnese: site of the ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elisabeth",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Elizabeth ,2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elisabethville",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Lubumbashi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elisavetgrad",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1924) of Kirovograd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elisavetpol",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1920) of Kirovabad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elisha",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the 9th century b|c|: successor of Elijah (II Kings 3-9)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth I",1,1,1 ], "(1588)| Her reign was notable for commercial growth, maritime expansion, and the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth I",1,1,1 ], "1533-1603, queen of England (1558-1603); daughter of Henry VIII and Anne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth I",1,1,1 ], "Boleyn| She established the Church of England (1559) and put an end to Catholic plots," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth I",1,1,1 ], "flourishing of literature, music, and architecture" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth I",1,1,1 ], "notably by executing Mary Queen of Scots (1587) and defeating the Spanish Armada" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth II",1,1,1 ], "George VI" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth II",1,1,1 ], "born 1926, queen of Great Britain and Northern Ireland since 1952; daughter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE New Jersey, on Newark Bay| Pop|: 110,303 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",1,1,2 ], "a town in SE South Australia, near Adelaide| Pop|: 33,389 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,1 ], "Mary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,1 ], "the wife of Zacharias, mother of John the Baptist, and kinswoman of the Virgin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,2 ], "pen name Carmen Sylva| 1843-1916, queen of Rumania (1881-1914) and author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,3 ], "Russian name Yelizaveta Petrovna| 1709-62, empress of Russia (1741-62);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,3 ], "daughter of Peter the Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,4 ], "Saint| 1207-31, Hungarian princess who devoted herself to charity and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,4 ], "asceticism| Feast day: Nov| 19" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,5 ], "mother of Elizabeth II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,5 ], "queen of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1936-52) as the wife of George VI;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabeth",2,1,5 ], "title The Queen Mother; original name Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon| born 1900," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabethan sonnet",1,1,1 ], "another term for Shakespearean sonnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabethan",1,1,1 ], "Elizabeth I or II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabethan",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to England or its culture in the age of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabethan",1,1,2 ], "German and Flemish models" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabethan",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or designating a style of architecture used in England during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabethan",1,1,2 ], "the reign of Elizabeth I, characterized by moulded and sculptured ornament based on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elizabethan",1,2,1 ], "a person who lived in England during the reign of Elizabeth I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eliz|",1,1,1 ], "Elizabethan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ell",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ellesmere Island",1,1,1 ], "a Canadian island in the Arctic Ocean: part of the Northwest Territories;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ellesmere Island",1,1,1 ], "mountainous, with many glaciers| Area: 212,688 sq| km (82,119 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ellesmere Port",1,1,1 ], "61,556 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ellesmere Port",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW England, in NW Cheshire on the Manchester Ship Canal| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ellice Islands",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1975) of Tuvalu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ellington",1,1,1 ], "and conductor, famous for such works as Mood Indigo and Take the A Train" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ellington",1,1,1 ], "nickname of Edward Kennedy Ellington| 1899-1974, U|S| jazz composer, pianist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ellis",1,1,1 ], "Alexander John| 1814-90, English philologist: made the first systematic survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ellis",1,1,1 ], "of the phonology of British dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ellis",1,1,2 ], "(Henry) Havelock| 1859-1939, English essayist: author of works on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ellis",1,1,2 ], "psychology of sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elohim",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew word for God or gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elohist",1,1,1 ], "(Jehovah)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Elohist",1,1,1 ], "Pentateuch, identified chiefly by the use of the word Elohim for God instead of YHVH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elohist",1,1,1 ], "the author or authors of one of the four main strands of text of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elsan",1,1,1 ], "a type of portable lavatory in which chemicals are used to kill bacteria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elsan",1,1,1 ], "deodorize the sludge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elsass",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Alsace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elsass-Lothringen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Alsace-Lorraine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elsinore",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Helsingo/r" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eluard",1,1,1 ], "1895-1952, French surrealist poet, noted for his political and love poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elul",1,1,1 ], "in the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in August and September" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elul",1,1,1 ], "the twelfth month of the civil year and the sixth of the ecclesiastical year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ely",1,1,1 ], "9969 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ely",1,1,1 ], "a cathedral city in E England, in E Cambridgeshire on the River Ouse| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ely",1,1,2 ], "Isle of| a former county of E England, part of Cambridgeshire since 1965" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elyot",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas| 1490-1546, English scholar and diplomat; author of The Boke named" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elyot",1,1,1 ], "the Governour (1531), a treatise in English on education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elys",1,1,1 ], "a palace in Paris, in the Champs Elysees: official residence of the president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elys",1,1,1 ], "of France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Elysian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Elysium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elysian",1,1,2 ], "delightful; glorious; blissful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elysium",1,1,1 ], "the dwelling place of the blessed after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Elysium",1,1,2 ], "a state or place of perfect bliss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ember days",1,1,1 ], "Friday, and Saturday) of prayer and fasting, the groups occurring after Pentecost," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ember days",1,1,1 ], "after the first Sunday of Lent, after the feast of St| Lucy (Dec| 13), and after the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ember days",1,1,1 ], "and Anglican Church| any of four groups of three days (always Wednesday," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ember days",1,1,1 ], "feast of the Holy Cross (Sept| 14)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ember week",1,1,1 ], "a week in which Ember days fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emden",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 49,500 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Emden",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW West Germany, in Lower Saxony at the mouth of the River Ems|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emerald Isle",1,1,1 ], "a poetic name for Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emerson",1,1,1 ], "1803-82, U|S| poet, essayist, and transcendentalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emilia-Romagna",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 22,123 sq| km| (8628 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Emilia-Romagna",1,1,1 ], "a region of N central Italy, on the Adriatic: rises from the plains of the Po" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emilia-Romagna",1,1,1 ], "valley in the north to the Apennines in the south| Capital: Bologna| Pop|: 3,841,103" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eminence",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by Your or His) a title used to address or refer to a cardinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emiscan",1,1,1 ], "a computerized radiological technique for examining the soft tissues of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emiscan",1,1,1 ], "body, esp| the brain, to detect the presence of tumours, abscesses, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Emmanuel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Immanuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emmen",1,1,1 ], "World War II| Pop|: 82,574 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Emmen",1,1,1 ], "a city in the NE Netherlands, in Drenthe province: a new town developed since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emmenthal",1,1,1 ], "a hard Swiss cheese with holes in it, similar to Gruyere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emmy",1,1,1 ], "one of the gold-plated statuettes awarded annually for outstanding television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emmy",1,1,1 ], "performances and productions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Empedocles",1,1,1 ], "490-430 b|c|, Greek philosopher and scientist, who held that the world is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empedocles",1,1,1 ], "composed of four elements, air, fire, earth, and water, which are governed by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Empedocles",1,1,1 ], "opposing forces of love and discord" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Empire Day",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Commonwealth Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empire State",1,1,1 ], "nickname of New York (state)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,1,1,1 ], "Bonaparte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,1,1,1 ], "the period of imperial rule in France from 1804 to 1815 under Napoleon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,1,1,2 ], "Second Empire| the period from 1852 to 1870 when Napoleon III ruled as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,1,1,2 ], "emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,2,1 ], "denoting, characteristic of, or relating to the British Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,2,2 ], "and the high-waisted style of women's dresses characteristic of the period" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,2,2 ], "denoting, characteristic of, or relating to either French Empire, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empire",1,2,2 ], "first: in particular, denoting the neoclassical style of architecture and furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Employment Service Agency",1,1,1 ], "Former names: employment exchange, labour exchange" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Employment Service Agency",1,1,1 ], "the section of the Department of Employment responsible for finding jobs for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Employment Service Agency",1,1,1 ], "the unemployed, paying unemployment benefits, collecting labour statistics, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Empson",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, English poet and critic; author of Seven Types of Ambiguity (1930)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Empty Quarter",1,1,1 ], "another name for Rub` al Khali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emp|",1,1,1 ], "Emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emp|",1,1,2 ], "Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Emp|",1,1,3 ], "Empress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ems",1,1,1 ], "Telegram (1870), Bismarck's dispatch that led to the outbreak of the Franco-Prussian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ems",1,1,1 ], "War| Pop|: 10,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ems",1,1,1 ], "a town in W West Germany, in the Rhineland-Palatinate: famous for the Ems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ems",1,1,2 ], "a river in West Germany, rising in the Teutoburger Wald and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ems",1,1,2 ], "north to the North Sea| Length: about 370 km (230 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enceladus",1,1,1 ], "Sicily" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Enceladus",1,1,1 ], "a giant who was punished for his rebellion against the gods by a fatal blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enceladus",1,1,1 ], "from a stone cast by Athena| He was believed to be buried under Mount Etna in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enceladus",1,1,2 ], "one of the smallest of the ten satellites of the planet Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enderby Land",1,1,1 ], "Land: the westernmost part of the Australian Antarctic Territory; discovered in 1831" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enderby Land",1,1,1 ], "part of the coastal region of Antarctica, between Kempland and Queen Maud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Endymion",1,1,1 ], "a handsome youth who was visited every night by the moon goddess Selene, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Endymion",1,1,1 ], "loved him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enesco",1,1,1 ], "original name George Enescu| 1881-1955, Rumanian violinist and composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enfield rifle",1,1,1 ], "a breech-loading bolt-action magazine rifle of varying calibres, formerly used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enfield rifle",1,1,1 ], "by the British and U|S| armies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enfield rifle",1,1,2 ], "a nineteenth-century muzzle-loading musket used by the British army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enfield",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London: a N residential suburb| Pop|: 260,900 (1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enfield",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Engadine",1,1,1 ], "canton: tourist and winter sports centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Engadine",1,1,1 ], "the upper part of the valley of the River Inn in Switzerland, in Graubunden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Engels" ,1, 1, 1],"1820-95, German socialist leader and political philosopher, in England from",1). c_DEF([ "Engels" ,1, 1, 1],"1849|He collaborated with Marx on",2). c_DEF([ "Engels" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Origin of the Family, Private Property and the State (1884)",2). c_DEF([ "Engels" ,1, 1, 2],"and his own works include Condition of the Working Classes in England (1844)",1). c_DEF([ "England",1,1,1 ], "130,360 sq| km (50,332 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "England",1,1,1 ], "Wales in 1536 and Scotland in 1707; monarchy overthrown in 1649 but restored in 1660;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "England",1,1,1 ], "became the world's leading colonial power in the 18th century; the first country to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "England",1,1,1 ], "the largest division of Great Britain, bordering on Scotland and Wales:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "England",1,1,1 ], "undergo the Industrial Revolution| Capital: London| Pop|: 46,417,600 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "England",1,1,1 ], "unified in the mid-tenth century and conquered by the Normans in 1066; united with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "English Channel",1,1,1 ], "North Sea by the Strait of Dover| Length: about 560 km (350 miles)| Width: between 32" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "English Channel",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Atlantic Ocean between S England and N France, linked with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English Channel",1,1,1 ], "km (20 miles) and 161 km (100 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "English bond",1,1,1 ], "a bond used in brickwork that has a course of headers alternating with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English bond",1,1,1 ], "course of stretchers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "English flute",1,1,1 ], "another name for recorder ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English horn",1,1,1 ], "another name for cor anglais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English setter",1,1,1 ], "a breed of setter having a soft silky coat, usually with a good deal of white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English setter",1,1,1 ], "in it, and a plumed tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,1 ], "and certain other countries| It is the native language of over 280 million people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,1 ], "and is acquired as a second language by many more| It is an Indo-European language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,1 ], "belonging to the West Germanic branch" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Britain, the U|S|, most parts of the Commonwealth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,2 ], "the English| the natives or inhabitants of England or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,3 ], "(loosely) of Great Britain collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) a size of printer's type approximately equal to 14 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,5 ], "an old style of black-letter typeface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,1,6 ], "the usual U|S| term for side (in billiards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,2,1 ], "denoting, using, or relating to the English language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,2,2 ], "relating to or characteristic of England or the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "English",1,3,1 ], "to translate or adapt into English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Englishism",1,1,1 ], "an English custom, practice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Englishism",1,1,2 ], "Anglicism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Englishism",1,1,2 ], "a word or expression not found in forms of English other than British English;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Englishism",1,1,3 ], "high regard for English customs, institutions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Englishman" ,1, 1, 1],"a native or inhabitant of England",1). c_DEF([ "Englishman" ,1, 1, 2],"(loosely) a citizen of the United Kingdom",1). c_DEF([ "Englishman's tie",1,1,1 ], "a type of knot for tying together heavy ropes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Englishry",1,1,1 ], "people of English descent, esp| in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Englishry",1,1,2 ], "the fact or condition of being an Englishman or Englishwoman, esp| by birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eng|",1,1,1 ], "England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eng|",1,1,2 ], "English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enid",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the faithful wife of Geraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eniwetok",1,1,1 ], "an atoll in the W Pacific Ocean, in the NW Marshall Islands: taken by the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eniwetok",1,1,1 ], "from Japan in 1944; became a naval base and later a testing ground for atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eniwetok",1,1,1 ], "weapons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Enlightenment",1,1,1 ], "an 18th-century philosophical movement stressing the importance of reason and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enlightenment",1,1,1 ], "the critical reappraisal of existing ideas and social institutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ennerdale Water",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria in the Lake District| Length: 4 km (2|5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ennerdale Water",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ennis",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ennis",1,1,1 ], "a town in the W Republic of Ireland, county town of Co| Clare| Pop|: 5972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enniskillen" ,1, 1, 1],"River Erne: scene of the defeat of James II's forces in 1689| Pop|: 6553 (1971)",2). c_DEF([ "Enniskillen" ,1, 1, 1],"a town in SW Northern Ireland, county town of Fermanagh, on an island in the",1). c_DEF([ "Ennius",1,1,1 ], "239-169 b|c|, Roman epic poet and dramatist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enoch",1,1,1 ], "the eldest son of Cain after whom the first city was named (Genesis 4:17)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enoch",1,1,2 ], "by God at the end of his earthly life (Genesis 5:24)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enoch",1,1,2 ], "the father of Methuselah: said to have walked with God and to have been taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enos",1,1,1 ], "a son of Seth (Genesis 4:26; 5:6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enschede",1,1,1 ], "Dutch cotton industry| Pop|: 141,575 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enschede",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Netherlands, in Overijssel province: a major centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ensor",1,1,1 ], "1860-1949, Belgian expressionist painter, noted for his macabre subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ens|",1,1,1 ], "Ensign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Entebbe",1,1,1 ], "(1893-1958); international airport| Pop|: 21,096 (1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Entebbe",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Uganda, on Lake Victoria: British administrative centre of Uganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Entre-Deux-Mers",1,1,1 ], "Garonne in S France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Entre-Deux-Mers",1,1,1 ], "any wine produced in the area of the Gironde between the rivers Dordogne and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enugu",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Nigeria, capital of Anambra state: capital of the former Eastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enugu",1,1,1 ], "coal-mining| Pop|: 187,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Enugu",1,1,1 ], "region and of the breakaway state of Biafra during the Civil War (1967-70):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Enver Pasha",1,1,1 ], "1881-1922, Turkish soldier and leader of the Young Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enzed",1,1,1 ], "New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Enzed",1,1,2 ], "a New Zealander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eocene" ,1, 1, 1],"lasted for 20,000,000 years, during which hooved mammals appeared",2). c_DEF([ "Eocene" ,1, 1, 1],"of, denoting, or formed in the second epoch of the Tertiary period, which",1). c_DEF([ "Eocene" ,1, 2, 1],"the Eocene| the Eocene epoch or rock series",1). c_DEF([ "Eogene",1,2,1 ], "another word for Palaeogene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eolian",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aeolian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eolic",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aeolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eolithic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the use of crude stone tools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eolithic",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of the early part of the Stone Age," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eos",1,1,1 ], "Aurora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eos",1,1,1 ], "the winged goddess of the dawn, the daughter of Hyperion| Roman counterpart:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eozoic",1,1,1 ], "appeared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eozoic",1,1,1 ], "of or formed in the part of the Precambrian era during which life first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epaminondas",1,1,1 ], "418-362 b|c|, Greek Theban statesman and general: defeated the Spartans at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epaminondas",1,1,1 ], "Leuctra (371) and Mantinea (362) and restored power in Greece to Thebes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ephesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Ephesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephesian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of Ephesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephesians",1,1,1 ], "a book of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephesians",1,1,2 ], "(in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Ephesians), containing an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephesians",1,1,2 ], "exposition of the divine plan for the world and the consummation of this in Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ephesus",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a major trading city on the W coast of Asia Minor: famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephesus",1,1,1 ], "for its temple of Artemis (Diana) sacked by the Goths (262 a|d|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ephraim",1,1,1,1 ], "grandfather Jacob (Genesis 48:8-22)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ephraim",1,1,1,1 ], "the younger son of Joseph, who received the principal blessing of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephraim",1,1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephraim",1,1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe, west of the River Jordan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephraim",1,1,2 ], "into two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ephraim",1,1,2 ], "the northern kingdom of Israel after the kingdom of Solomon had been divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ephraimite",1,1,1 ], "a member of the tribe of Ephraim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eph|",1,1,1 ], "Ephesians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epictetus",1,1,1 ], "50-120 a|d|, Greek Stoic philosopher, who stressed self-renunciation and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epictetus",1,1,1 ], "brotherhood of man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epicurean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the philosophy of Epicurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epicurean",1,2,1 ], "a follower of the philosophy of Epicurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epicurus",1,1,1 ], "341-270 b|c|, Greek philosopher, who held that the highest good is pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epicurus",1,1,1 ], "and that the world is a series of fortuitous combinations of atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epidaurus",1,1,1 ], "Gulf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epidaurus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient port in Greece, in the NE Peloponnese, in Argolis on the Saronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epigoni",1,1,1 ], "against the city and eventually captured and destroyed it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epigoni",1,1,1 ], "the descendants of the Seven against Thebes, who undertook a second expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epiphany",1,1,1 ], "a Christian festival held on Jan| 6, commemorating, in the Western Church, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epiphany",1,1,1 ], "manifestation of Christ to the Magi and, in the Eastern Church, the baptism of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epiph|",1,1,1 ], "Epiphany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epirus",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW Greece, part of ancient Epirus ceded to Greece after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epirus",1,1,1 ], "independence in 1830" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epirus",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) a region between the Pindus mountains and the Ionian Sea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epirus",1,1,2 ], "straddling the modern border with Albania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Episcopal Church",1,1,1 ], "an autonomous branch of the Anglican Communion in Scotland and the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Episcopal",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or denoting the Episcopal Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Episcopalian",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or denoting the Episcopal Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Episcopalian",1,2,1 ], "a member or adherent of this Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epistle",1,1,1 ], "any of the apostolic letters of Saints Paul, Peter, James, Jude, or John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epistle",1,1,2 ], "a reading from one of the Epistles, forming part of the Eucharistic service in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epistle",1,1,2 ], "many Christian Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epist|",1,1,1 ], "Epistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epis|",1,1,1 ], "Episcopal or Episcopalian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epis|",1,1,2 ], "Epistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epping Forest",1,1,1 ], "a forest in E England, northeast of London: formerly a royal hunting ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epsilon",1,1,1 ], "the fifth brightest star in a constellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epsom salts",1,1,1 ], "a medicinal preparation of hydrated magnesium sulphate, used as a purgative," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epsom salts",1,1,1 ], "to reduce inflammation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epsom",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in Surrey: famous for its mineral springs and for horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epsom",1,1,1 ], "racing| Pop| (with Ewell): 72,054 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Epstein",1,1,1 ], "Sir Jacob| 1880-1959, British sculptor, born in the U|S| of Russo-Polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Epstein",1,1,1 ], "parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ep|",1,1,1 ], "Epistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Equatorial Guinea",1,1,1 ], "(10,830 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1964): Spanish Guinea" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Equatorial Guinea",1,1,1 ], "Currency: peseta| Capital: Malabo| Pop|: 310,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 28,049 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Equatorial Guinea",1,1,1 ], "Portugal to Spain in 1778; gained independence in 1968| Official language: Spanish|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Equatorial Guinea",1,1,1 ], "a republic of W Africa, consisting of Rio Muni on the mainland and the island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Equatorial Guinea",1,1,1 ], "of Macias Nguema in the Gulf of Guinea, with four smaller islands: ceded by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Equity",1,1,1 ], "the actors' trade union| Full name: Actors' Equity Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Er Rif",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of N Morocco, near the Mediterranean coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Er",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for erbium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erasmus",1,1,1 ], "(1509);Colloquia (1519), a series of dialogues; and an attack on the theology of Luther, De" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Erasmus",1,1,1 ], "Libero Arbitrio (1524)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Erasmus",1,1,1 ], "New Testament in 1516; his other works include the satirical Encomium Moriae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Erasmus",1,1,1 ], "of the Renaissance in northern Europe| He published the first Greek edition of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erasmus",1,1,1 ], "original name Gerhard Gerhards| 1466-1536, Dutch humanist, the leading scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erastianism",1,1,1 ], "ecclesiastical matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erastianism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the state should have authority over the church in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erato",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of love poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eratosthenes",1,1,1 ], "276-194 b|c|, Greek mathematician and astronomer, who calculated the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eratosthenes",1,1,1 ], "circumference of the earth by observing the angle of the sun's rays at different places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erbil",1,1,1 ], "Ancient name: Arbela" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erbil",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Iraq: important in Assyrian times| Pop|: 107,400 (1970 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erciyas Da" ,1, 1, 1],"an extinct volcano in central Turkey|Height 3916 m (12,923 ft|)",1). c_DEF([ "Erebus",1,1,1 ], "the god of darkness, son of Chaos and brother of Night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erebus",1,1,2 ], "region they pass through on their way to Hades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erebus",1,1,2 ], "the darkness below the earth, thought to be the abode of the dead or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erebus",2,1,1 ], "a volcano in Antarctica, on Ross Island: discovered by Sir James Ross in 1841" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erebus",2,1,1 ], "and named after his ship| Height: 3794 m (12,520 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erechtheum",1,1,1 ], "a temple on the Acropolis at Athens, which has a porch of caryatids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erechtheus",1,1,1 ], "Delphi said this was the only way to win the war against the Eleusinians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erechtheus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Athens who sacrificed one of his daughters because the oracle at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erenburg",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Ilya Grigorievich)Ehrenburg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erevan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Yerevan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erfurt",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW East Germany: university (1392)| Pop|: 203,190 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erfurt",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erhard" ,1, 1, 1],"1897-1977, German statesman: chief architect of the",1). c_DEF([ "Erhard" ,1, 1, 2],"of West Germany's recovery after World War II; chancellor (1963-66)",1). c_DEF([ "Eric the Red",1,1,1 ], "940-1010 a|d|, Norse navigator: discovered and colonized Greenland; father of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eric the Red",1,1,1 ], "Leif Ericson" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ericson",1,1,1 ], "10th-11th centuries a|d|, Norse navigator, who discovered Vinland (??1000)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ericson",1,1,1 ], "the Red" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ericson",1,1,1 ], "variously identified as the coast of New England, Labrador, or Newfoundland; son of Eric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eridanus" ,1, 2, 1],"Hydrus and containing the first magnitude star Achernar",2). c_DEF([ "Eridanus" ,1, 2, 1],"a long twisting constellation in the S hemisphere extending from Orion to",1). c_DEF([ "Erie Canal",1,1,1 ], "a canal in New York State between Albany and Buffalo, linking the Hudson River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erie Canal",1,1,1 ], "with Lake Erie| Length: 579 km (360 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erie",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living in the region south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erie",1,1,1 ], "of Lake Erie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erie",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erie",2,1,1 ], "Lake| a lake between the U|S| and Canada: the southernmost and the shallowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erie",2,1,1 ], "of the Great Lakes; empties by the Niagara River into Lake Ontario| Area: 25,718" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erie",2,1,1 ], "sq| km (9930 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Erie",2,1,2 ], "a port in NW Pennsylvania, on Lake Erie| Pop|: 130,084 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erin",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic name for Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erinyes",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Furies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eris",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of discord, sister of Ares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eritrea",1,1,1 ], "a province of N Ethiopia, on the Red Sea: became an Italian colony in 1890;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eritrea",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 117,600 sq| km (45,405 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Eritrea",1,1,1 ], "federated with Ethiopia in 1952; secessionist movements have been engaged in civil war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eritrea",1,1,1 ], "the foothills of the Ethiopian highlands| Capital: Asmara| Pop|: 1,837,000 (1970" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Eritrea",1,1,1 ], "with the government since 1974; consists of hot and arid coastal lowlands, rising to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Erivan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Yerevan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erlang",1,1,1 ], "a unit of traffic intensity in a telephone system equal to the intensity for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erlang",1,1,1 ], "specific period when the average number of simultaneous calls is unity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erlangen",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW West Germany, in Bavaria: university (1743)| Pop|: 85,100 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erlanger",1,1,1 ], "1874-1965, U|S| physiologist| He shared a Nobel prize for medicine (1944) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erlanger",1,1,1 ], "Gasser for their work on the electrical signs of nervous activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erlenmeyer flask",1,1,1 ], "a flask, for use in a laboratory, with a narrow neck, wide base, and conical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erlenmeyer flask",1,1,1 ], "shape; conical flask" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ermanaric",1,1,1 ], "Europe, which was overrun by the Huns in the 370s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ermanaric",1,1,1 ], "died 375 a|d|, king of the Ostrogoths: ruled an extensive empire in eastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erne",1,1,1 ], "Bay| Length: about 96 km (60 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Erne",1,1,1 ], "a river in N central Ireland, rising in County Cavan and flowing north across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erne",1,1,1 ], "the border, through Upper Lough Erne and Lower Lough Erne, and then west to Donegal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ernie",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a computer that randomly selects winning numbers of Premium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ernie",1,1,1 ], "Bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ernst",1,1,1 ], "1891-1976, German painter, resident in France and the U|S|, a prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ernst",1,1,1 ], "exponent of dada and surrealism: developed the technique of collage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eros",1,1,1 ], "the god of love, son of Aphrodite| Roman counterpart: Cupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eros",1,1,2 ], "that tend towards uninhibited enjoyment of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eros",1,1,2 ], "the group of instincts, esp| sexual, that govern acts of self-preservation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eros",2,1,1 ], "an asteroid with a mean distance from the earth of 217 million kilometres," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eros",2,1,1 ], "though it may come within 25 million kilometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erse",1,1,1 ], "another name for Gaelic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erse",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Gaelic language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erskine",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Erskine| 1750-1823, Scottish lawyer: noted as a defence advocate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erskine",1,1,1 ], "esp| in cases involving civil liberties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erymanthian boar",1,1,1 ], "Hercules as his fourth labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erymanthian boar",1,1,1 ], "a wild boar that savaged the district around Mount Erymanthus: captured by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erymanthus",1,1,1 ], "Modern Greek name: Erimanthos (e!riman#Gg@$s)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erymanthus",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SW Greece, in the NW Pelopponese| Height: 2224 m (7339 ft|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erzgebirge",1,1,1 ], "(4105 ft|)| Czech name: Kruvsne Hory" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Erzgebirge",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range on the border between East Germany and Czechoslovakia:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erzgebirge",1,1,1 ], "formerly rich in mineral resources| Highest peak: Mount Klinovec (Keilberg), 1244 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erzurum",1,1,1 ], "Russian forces (1877 and 1916); important military base and a closed city to unofficial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Erzurum",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Turkey: a strategic centre; scene of two major battles against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Erzurum",1,1,1 ], "visitors| Pop|: 162,973 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Es",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for einsteinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esaki diode",1,1,1 ], "another name for tunnel diode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esau",1,1,1 ], "birthright (Genesis 25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Esau",1,1,1 ], "son of Isaac and Rebecca and twin brother of Jacob, to whom he sold his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esbjerg",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Denmark, in Jutland on the North Sea: Denmark's chief fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esbjerg",1,1,1 ], "port| Pop|: 63,906 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Escaut",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Scheldt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Escoffier",1,1,1 ], "1846-1935, French chef at the Savoy Hotel, London (1890-99)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Escorial",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Spain, northwest of Madrid: site of an architectural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Escorial",1,1,1 ], "and 1584" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Escorial",1,1,1 ], "complex containing a monastery, palace, and college, built by Philip II between 1563" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Escurial",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Escorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esdraelon",1,1,1 ], "a plain in N Israel, east of Mount Carmel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esdras",1,1,1 ], "Esdras in the Douay Bible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Esdras",1,1,1 ], "either of two books of the Apocrypha, I and II Esdras, called III and IV" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esdras",1,1,2 ], "corresponding to the books of Ezra and Nehemiah in the Authorized Version" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Esdras",1,1,2 ], "either of two books of the Douay Bible Old Testament, I and II Esdras," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esd|",1,1,1 ], "Esdras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esher",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Esher",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in NE Surrey near London: racecourse| Pop|: 64,186" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskilstuna",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SE Sweden| Pop|: 94,076 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskimo dog",1,1,1 ], "a large powerful breed of sled dog with a long thick coat and curled tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskimo",1,1,1 ], "Siberia, having a material culture adapted to an extremely cold climate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eskimo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of peoples inhabiting N Canada, Greenland, Alaska, and E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskimo",1,1,2 ], "the language of these peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskimo",1,1,3 ], "a family of languages that includes Eskimo and Aleut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskimo",1,2,1 ], "Esquimau" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eskimo",1,2,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of the Eskimos|Former spelling:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskisehir",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW Turkey: founded around hot springs in Byzantine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eskisehir",1,1,1 ], "times| Pop|: 259,952 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Esky",1,1,1 ], "a portable insulated container for keeping food and drink cool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Espana",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esperanto",1,1,1 ], "an artificial language based on words common to the chief European languages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esperanto",1,1,1 ], "invented in 1887" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Espoo",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Finland| Pop|: 110,107 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esprito Santo",1,1,1 ], "a state of E Brazil, on the Atlantic: swampy coastal plain with mountains in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esprito Santo",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (17,782 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Esprito Santo",1,1,1 ], "the west; heavily forested| Capital: Vitoria| Pop|: 1,599,333 (1970)| Area: 45,597" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Espritu Santo",1,1,1 ], "Islands| Area: 4856 sq| km (1875 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Espritu Santo",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SW Pacific: the largest and westernmost of the New Hebrides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esquiline",1,1,1 ], "one of the seven hills on which ancient Rome was built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esquimau",1,2,1 ], "a former spelling of Eskimo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esq|",1,1,1 ], "esquire: used esp| in correspondence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essaouira",1,1,1 ], "1956): Mogador" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essaouira",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Morocco on the Atlantic| Pop|: 30,061 (1971)| Former name (until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essen",1,1,1 ], "a city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia: the leading industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essen",1,1,1 ], "centre of the Ruhr, with extensive iron and steel factories| Pop|: 674,000 (1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essen",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Essene",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ascetic sect that flourished in Palestine from the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essene",1,1,1 ], "century b|c| to the second century a|d|, living in strictly organized communities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essequibo",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic: drains over half of Guyana| Length: 1014 km (630 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essequibo",1,1,1 ], "a river in Guyana, rising near the Brazilian border and flowing north to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Chelmsford| Pop|: 1,426,200 (1976 est|)| Area: 3957 sq| km (1528 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE England, on the North Sea and the Thames estuary|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",1,1,2 ], "an Anglo-Saxon kingdom that in the early 7th century a|d| comprised the modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",1,1,2 ], "county of Essex and much of Hertfordshire and Surrey| By the late 8th century, Essex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",1,1,2 ], "had become a dependency of the kingdom of Mercia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",2,1,1 ], "Elizabeth I; executed for treason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essex",2,1,1 ], "title of Robert Devereux|1566-1601, English soldier and favourite of Queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Essonne",1,1,1 ], "1964| Capital: Ivry| Pop|: 932,619 (1975)| Area: 1811 sq| km (706 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Essonne",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, south of Paris in Ile-de-France region: formed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Established Church",1,1,1 ], "Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Established Church",1,1,1 ], "a Church that is officially recognized as a national institution, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Establishment",1,1,1 ], "Church: usually identified with a conservative outlook" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Establishment",1,1,1 ], "a group or class of people having institutional authority within a society," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Establishment",1,1,1 ], "esp| those who control the civil service, the government, the armed forces, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Este",1,1,1 ], "a noble family of Italy founded by Alberto Azzo II (996-1097), who was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Este",1,1,1 ], "centuries)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Este",1,1,1 ], "family governed Ferrara (13th-16th centuries), Modena, and Reggio (13th-18th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Este",1,1,1 ], "invested with the town of Este in NE Italy as a fief of the Holy Roman Empire| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Esther",1,1,1 ], "a beautiful Jewess who became queen of Persia and saved her people from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esther",1,1,1 ], "massacre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Esther",1,1,2 ], "the book in which this episode is recounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Esth|",1,1,1 ], "Esther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estienne",1,1,1 ], "1460-1520, who founded the printing business in Paris, his son Robert (r@$!b$e$:r)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Estienne",1,1,1 ], "1503-59, and his grandson Henri, 1528-98" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Estienne",1,1,1 ], "a family of French printers, scholars, and dealers in books, including Henri ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Baltic: low-lying with many lakes and forests| As Estonia or Esthonia it was under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Scandinavian and Teutonic rule from the 13th century to 1721, when it passed to Russia: it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Union| Capital: Tallinn| Pop|: 1,356,079 (1970)| Area: 45,100 sq| km (17,410 sq|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "a constituent republic of the W Soviet Union, on the Gulf of Finland and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "was an independent republic from 1920 to 1940, when it was annexed by the Soviet" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Estonian SSR, its people, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian",1,2,1 ], "Finno-Ugric family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian",1,2,1 ], "an official language of the Estonian SSR, along with Russian: belongs to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estonian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Estonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estremadura",1,1,1 ], "Extremadura" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Estremadura",1,1,1 ], "Tagus and Guadiana Rivers| Area: 41,593 sq| km (16,059 sq| miles)| Spanish name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Estremadura",1,1,1 ], "a region of W Spain: arid and sparsely populated except in the valleys of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estremadura",1,1,2 ], "a province in Portugal around Lisbon| Pop|: 1,600,000 (1970 est|)| Area: 5348" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Estremadura",1,1,2 ], "sq| km (2065 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Et",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for ethyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eteocles",1,1,1 ], "Seven against Thebes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eteocles",1,1,1 ], "a son of Oedipus and Jocasta| He expelled his brother Polynices from Thebes;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eteocles",1,1,1 ], "they killed each other in single combat when Polynices returned as leader of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eternal City",1,1,1 ], "Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethelbert",1,1,1 ], "552-616 a|d|, king of Kent (560-616): converted to Christianity by St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethelbert",1,1,1 ], "Augustine; issued the earliest known code of English laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ethelred II",1,1,1 ], "Sweyn's death (1014)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ethelred II",1,1,1 ], "known as Ethelred the Unready| 968-1016 a|d|, king of England (978-1016)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethelred II",1,1,1 ], "was temporarily deposed by the Danish king Sweyn (1013) but was recalled on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Etherege",1,1,1 ], "Comical Revenge (1664), She would if she could (1668), and The Man of Mode (1676)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Etherege",1,1,1 ], "Sir George| 1635-92, English Restoration dramatist; author of the comedies The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiop",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "1,221,894 sq| km (471,776 sq| miles)| Former name: Abyssinia" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "Amharic| Currency: birr| Capital: Addis Ababa| Pop|: 27,946,000 (1975 un est|)| Area:" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "II (1889-1913); federated with Eritrea in 1952; Emperor Haile Selassie was deposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "a state in NE Africa, on the Red Sea: consolidated as an empire under Menelik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "along the Great Rift Valley and consists of deserts in the southeast and northeast" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "and a high central plateau with many rivers (including the Blue Nile) and mountains" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "by the military in 1974 and the monarchy was abolished in 1975; secessionist" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "movements in Eritrea have been engaged in civil war with the government since 1974; lies" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopia",1,1,1 ], "rising over 4500 m (15,000 ft|); the main export is coffee| Official language:" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Ethiopia, its people, or any of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,1,2 ], "Sahara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting a zoogeographical region consisting of Africa south of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,1,3 ], "of or belonging to a postulated racial group characterized by dark skin, an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,1,3 ], "oval elongated face, and thin lips, living chiefly in Africa south of the Sahara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Ethiopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,2,2 ], "any of the languages of Ethiopia, esp| Amharic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopian",1,4,1 ], "an archaic word for Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopic",1,1,1 ], "Afro-Asiatic family: a Christian liturgical language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopic",1,1,1 ], "the ancient language of Ethiopia, belonging to the Semitic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopic",1,1,2 ], "and Tigrinya" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopic",1,1,2 ], "the group of languages developed from this language, including Amharic, Tigre," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopic",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to this language or group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ethiopic",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for Ethiopian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eth|",1,1,1 ], "Ethiopia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eth|",1,1,2 ], "Ethiopic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etienne",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Estienne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etna",1,1,1 ], "an active volcano in E Sicily: the highest volcano in Europe and the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etna",1,1,1 ], "peak in Italy south of the Alps| Height: 3263 m (10,500 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eton collar",1,1,1 ], "a broad stiff white collar worn outside an Eton jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eton crop",1,1,1 ], "a very short mannish hair style worn by women in the 1920s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eton jacket",1,1,1 ], "a waist-length jacket with a V-shaped back, open in front, formerly worn by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eton jacket",1,1,1 ], "pupils of Eton College" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eton",1,1,1 ], "a public school for boys founded in 1440| Pop|: 3954 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eton",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Berkshire near the River Thames: site of Eton College," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eton",1,1,2 ], "this college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etruria",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country of central Italy, between the Rivers Arno and Tiber," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etruria",1,1,1 ], "roughly corresponding to present-day Tuscany and part of Umbria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Etruscan",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient people of central Italy whose civilization greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etruscan",1,1,1 ], "influenced the Romans, who had suppressed them by about 200 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Etruscan",1,1,2 ], "records have not been fully interpreted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Etruscan",1,1,2 ], "the non-Indo-European language of the ancient Etruscans, whose few surviving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etruscan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Etruria, the Etruscans, their culture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Etruscan",1,2,1 ], "or their language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Etzel",1,1,1 ], "Kriemhild after the death of Siegfried: identified with Attila the Hun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Etzel",1,1,1 ], "a great king who, according to the Nibelungenlied, was the second husband of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eu",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for europium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euboea",1,1,1 ], "Chalcis| Pop|: 165,369 (1971)| Area: 3908 sq| km (1524 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Euboea",1,1,1 ], "Evvoia|Former English name: Negropont" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Euboea",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Aegean Sea: the largest island after Crete of the Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euboea",1,1,1 ], "archipelago; linked with the mainland by a bridge across the Euripus channel| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eucharist",1,1,1 ], "consecration of bread and wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eucharist",1,1,1 ], "the Christian sacrament in which Christ's Last Supper is commemorated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eucharist",1,1,2 ], "the consecrated elements of bread and wine offered in the sacrament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eucken",1,1,1 ], "1846-1926, German idealist philosopher: Nobel prize for literature 1908" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euclid",1,1,1 ], "3rd century b|c|, Greek mathematician of Alexandria; author of Elements, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euclid",1,1,1 ], "least" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Euclid",1,1,1 ], "sets out the principles of geometry and remained a text until the 19th century at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Euclid",1,1,2 ], "the works of Euclid, esp| his system of geometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eudoxus of Cnidus",1,1,1 ], "406-355 b|c|, Greek astronomer and mathematician; believed to have calculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eudoxus of Cnidus",1,1,1 ], "the length of the solar year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eug",1,1,1 ], "(1708), and Malplaquet (1709)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eug",1,1,1 ], "in France: with Marlborough defeated the French at Blenheim (1704), Oudenaarde" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eug",1,1,1 ], "title of Francois Eugene de Savoie-Carignan| 1663-1736, Austrian general, born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eugnie",1,1,1 ], "Empress of France (1853-71) as wife of Napoleon III" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eugnie",1,1,1 ], "original name Eugenia Maria de Montijo de Guzman, Comtesse de Teba| 1826-1920," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euler",1,1,1 ], "1707-83, Swiss mathematician, noted esp| for his work on the calculus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euler",1,1,1 ], "variation: considered the founder of modern mathematical analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eumenides",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Furies, used by the Greeks as a euphemism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eupen and Malmdy",1,1,1 ], "Eupen 14,879 (1970); of Malmedy 6464 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eupen and Malmdy",1,1,1 ], "a region of Belgium in Liege province: ceded by Germany in 1919| Pop|: of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euphrates",1,1,1 ], "Mesopotamia)| Length: 3598 km (2235 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Euphrates",1,1,1 ], "Persian Gulf: important in ancient times for the extensive irrigation of its valley (in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Euphrates",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Asia, rising in E Turkey and flowing south across Syria and Iraq" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euphrates",1,1,1 ], "to join the Tigris, forming the Shatt-al-Arab, which flows to the head of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Euphrosyne",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Graces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eur-",1,1,1 ], "variant of Euro- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurasia",1,1,1 ], "the continents of Europe and Asia considered as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurasian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Eurasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurasian",1,1,2 ], "of mixed European and Asian descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurasian",1,2,1 ], "a person of mixed European and Asian descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euratom",1,1,1 ], "Common Market to develop peaceful uses of nuclear energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Euratom",1,1,1 ], "short for European Atomic Energy Commission;an authority established by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eure",1,1,1 ], "433,529 (1975)| Area: 6037 sq| km (2354 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eure",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Haute-Normandie region| Capital: Evreux| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eure-et-Loir",1,1,1 ], "342,281 (1975)| Area: 5940 sq| km (2317 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eure-et-Loir",1,1,1 ], "a department of N central France, in Centre region| Capital: Chartres| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eureka Stockade",1,1,1 ], "a violent incident in Ballarat, Australia, in 1854 between gold miners and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eureka Stockade",1,1,1 ], "military, as a result of which the miners won their democratic rights in the state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eureka Stockade",1,1,1 ], "parliament" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Euripides",1,1,1 ], "480-406 b|c|, Greek tragic dramatist| His plays, 18 of which are extant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euripides",1,1,1 ], "Tauris, Iphigeneia in Aulis, and Bacchae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Euripides",1,1,1 ], "include Alcestis, Medea, Hippolytus, Hecuba, Trojan Women, Electra, Iphigeneia in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Euro-",1,1,1 ], "Europe or European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euroclydon",1,1,1 ], "a stormy wind from the north or northeast that occurs in the Levant, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euroclydon",1,1,1 ], "caused the ship in which St| Paul was travelling to be wrecked (Acts 27:14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Euroclydon",1,1,2 ], "any stormy wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurocommunism",1,1,1 ], "esp| insofar as these favour nonalignment with Russia or China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eurocommunism",1,1,1 ], "the policies, doctrines, and practices of Communist Parties in Western Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurocrat",1,1,1 ], "a member, esp| a senior member, of the administration of the Common Market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurodollar",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| dollar as part of a European holding: they are used as a source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurodollar",1,1,1 ], "convertibility" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eurodollar",1,1,1 ], "short or medium-term finance, esp| in international trade, because of their easy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Euromarket",1,1,1 ], "other names for the Common Market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europa",1,1,1 ], "Rhadamanthys, Minos, and Sarpedon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Europa",1,1,1 ], "a Phoenician princess who had three children by Zeus in Crete, where he had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europa",1,1,1 ], "taken her after assuming the guise of a white bull| Their offspring were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Europa",2,1,1 ], "the fourth largest of the twelve satellites of Jupiter and the third nearest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europa",2,1,1 ], "to the planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "(4,000,000 sq| miles)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "Apennines, Carpathians, Caucasus), a large central plain, and a N region of lakes and" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "Eurasia: the border with Asia runs from the Urals to the Caspian and the Black Sea| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "Iceland)| It contains a series of great mountain systems in the south (Pyrenees, Alps," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "Scandinavia, Italy, and Iberia) and offshore islands (including the British Isles and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "coastline is generally extremely indented and there are several peninsulas (notably" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "mountains in Scandinavia| Pop|: 458,067,000 (1969 est|)| Area: about 10,400,000 sq| km" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,1 ], "the second smallest continent, forming the W peninsula of the land mass of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,2 ], "the continent of Europe except for the British Isles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europe",1,1,3 ], "the Common Market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European Economic Community",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the Common Market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European Recovery Programme",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the Marshall Plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European letter telegram",1,1,1 ], "a letter telegram sent from the U|K| to a European country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European plan",1,1,1 ], "a hotel rate of charging covering room and service but not meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Europe or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European",1,1,2 ], "native to or derived from Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "European",1,2,2 ], "a person of European descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europeanize",1,1,1 ], "to make European in culture, dress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europeanize",1,1,2 ], "to integrate (a country, economy, etc|) into the Common Market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europoort",1,1,1 ], "a port in the Netherlands near Rotterdam: developed in the 1960s; handles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Europoort",1,1,1 ], "chiefly oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eurovision",1,1,1,1 ], "programmes from outside the network" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eurovision",1,1,1,1 ], "television programmes amongst its member organizations and for the relay of news and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eurovision",1,1,1,1 ], "the network of the European Broadcasting Union for the exchange of news and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurovision",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurus",1,1,1 ], "the east or southeast wind personified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euryale",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Gorgons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurydice",1,1,1 ], "a dryad married to Orpheus, who sought her in Hades after she died| She would" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurydice",1,1,1 ], "have been able to leave Hades with him had he not broken his pact and looked back at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eurydice",1,1,1 ], "her" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Eurystheus",1,1,1 ], "a grandson of Perseus, who, through the favour of Hera, inherited the kingship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eurystheus",1,1,1 ], "of Mycenae, which Zeus had intended for Hercules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eur|",1,1,1 ], "Europe(an)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eusebius",1,1,1 ], "265-340 a|d|, bishop of Caesarea: author of a history of the Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eusebius",1,1,1 ], "to 324 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eustachian tube",1,1,1 ], "a tube that connects the middle ear with the nasopharynx and equalizes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eustachian tube",1,1,1 ], "pressure between the two sides of the eardrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Euterpe",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of lyric poetry and music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Euxine Sea",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Black Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evangelist",1,1,1 ], "any of the writers of the New Testament Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evangelist",1,1,2 ], "a senior official or dignitary of the Mormon Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur John| 1851-1941, English archaeologist, whose excavations of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,1 ], "civilization" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,1 ], "palace of Knossos in Crete provided evidence for the existence of the Minoan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,2 ], "(Arthur) Mostyn, known as Moss| born 1925, British trade-union leader; general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,2 ], "secretary of the Transport and General Workers' Union since 1978" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,3 ], "Dame Edith| 1888-1976, English actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,4 ], "Sir Geraint born 1922, Welsh operatic baritone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,5 ], "Herbert McLean| 1882-1971, U|S| anatomist and embryologist; discoverer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,5 ], "vitamin E (1922)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evans",1,1,6 ], "Mary Ann| original name of (George)Eliot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evanston",1,1,1 ], "University (1851)| Pop|: 79,808 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evanston",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Illinois, on Lake Michigan north of Chicago: Northwestern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evansville",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Indiana, on the Ohio River| Pop|: 136,165 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eve",1,1,1 ], "Adam (Genesis 2:18-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eve",1,1,1 ], "the first woman; mother of the human race, fashioned by God from the rib of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eve's pudding",1,1,1 ], "a baked sponge pudding with a layer of fruit at the bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evelyn",1,1,1 ], "1620-1706, English author, noted chiefly for his diary (1640-1706)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Everest",1,1,1 ], "(1953)| Height: 8708 m (29,028 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Everest",1,1,1 ], "Himalayas: the highest mountain in the world; first climbed by a British expedition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Everest",1,1,1 ], "Mount| a mountain in S Asia on the border between Nepal and Tibet, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Everest",1,1,2 ], "any high point of ambition or achievement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Everglades",1,1,1 ], "Everglades National Park, established to preserve the flora and fauna of the swamps| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Everglades",1,1,1 ], "a subtropical marshy region of Florida, south of Lake Okeechobee: contains the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Everglades",1,1,1 ], "over 13,000 sq| km (5000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Evert",1,1,1 ], "1976; U|S| champion 1975-78" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evert",1,1,1 ], "known as Chrissie| born 1954, U|S| tennis player: Wimbledon champion 1974 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Everyman",1,1,1 ], "a medieval English morality play in which the central figure represents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Everyman",1,1,1 ], "mankind, whose earthly destiny is dramatized from the Christian viewpoint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Everyman",1,1,2 ], "the ordinary person; common man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evesham",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in E Hereford and Worcester, on the River Avon:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evesham",1,1,1 ], "and the barons); centre of the Vale of Evesham, famous for market gardens and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Evesham",1,1,1 ], "orchards| Pop|: 13,847 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Evesham",1,1,1 ], "scene of the Battle of Evesham in 1265 (Lord Edward's defeat of Simon de Montfort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evil One",1,1,1 ], "the devil; Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evora",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 50,235 (1970)| Ancient name: Ebora" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Evora",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Portugal: ancient Roman settlement; occupied by the Moors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evora",1,1,1 ], "from 712 to 1166; residence of the Portuguese court in 15th and 16th centuries|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evreux",1,1,1 ], "(12th-16th centuries)| Pop|: 50,358 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Evreux",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW France: severely damaged in World War II; cathedral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evros",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for the (River)Maritsa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Evvoia",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Euboea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ewe",1,1,1 ], "Ghana, Togo, and Benin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ewe",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa living chiefly in the forests of E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ewe",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ewe",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Excalibur",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the magic sword of King Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Excellency",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by Your, His, or Her) a title used to address or refer to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Excellency",1,1,1 ], "high-ranking official, such as an ambassador or governor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Excellency",1,1,2 ], "a title of bishops and archbishops in many non-English-speaking countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exclusive Brethren",1,1,1 ], "one of the two main divisions of the Plymouth Brethren, which, in contrast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exclusive Brethren",1,1,1 ], "the Open Brethren, restricts its members' contacts with those outside the sect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Exc|",1,1,1 ], "Excellency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Executive Council",1,1,1 ], "(in Australia) a body consisting of ministers of the Crown presided over by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Executive Council",1,1,1 ], "the Governor or Governor-General that formally approves Cabinet decisions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Exeter",1,1,1 ], "95,598 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Exeter",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW England, administrative centre of Devon; university (1955)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exile",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Babylonian captivity (of the Jews)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exmoor",1,1,1 ], "a high moorland in SW England, in NW Somerset and Devon: largely forested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exmoor",1,1,1 ], "deer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Exmoor",1,1,1 ], "until the 19th century, now chiefly grazing ground for Exmoor ponies, sheep, and red" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Exmoor",1,1,2 ], "Exmoor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Exmoor",1,1,2 ], "a small stocky breed of pony with a fawn-coloured nose, originally from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exodus",1,1,1 ], "the| the departure of the Israelites from Egypt led by Moses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exodus",1,1,2 ], "the second book of the Old Testament, recounting the events connected with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Exodus",1,1,2 ], "this and the divine visitation of Moses at Mount Sinai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Exod|",1,1,1 ], "Exodus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Explorer",1,1,1 ], "a member of the senior branch of the Scouts| Brit| equivalent: Venture Scout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Explorer",2,1,1 ], "any of the first series of U|S| satellites| Explorer 1, launched in 1958," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Explorer",2,1,1 ], "confirmed the existence of intense radiation belts around the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Extremadura",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Estremadura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ex|",1,1,1 ], "Exodus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eyetie",1,2,1 ], "slang, offensive| Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eyre Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "Gulf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eyre Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of South Australia, between the Great Australian Bight and Spencer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eyre",1,1,1 ], "a shallow salt lake in NE central South Australia, about 10 m (35 ft|) below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eyre",1,1,1 ], "sea level| Area: 9600 sq| km (3700 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Eysenck",1,1,1 ], "born 1916, British psychologist, born in Germany, who developed a dimensional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Eysenck",1,1,1 ], "theory of personality that stressed the influence of heredity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ezekiel",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the 6th century b|c|, exiled to Babylon in 597 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ezekiel",1,1,2 ], "Jerusalem and their subsequent restoration| Douay spelling: Ezechiel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ezekiel",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles, which describe the downfall of Judah and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ezek|",1,1,1 ], "Ezekiel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ezra",1,1,1 ], "Jerusalem after the captivity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ezra",1,1,1 ], "Persian king Artaxerxes I to reconstitute observance of the Jewish law and worship in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ezra",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish priest of the 5th century b|c|, who was sent from Babylon by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ezra",1,1,2 ], "the book recounting his efforts to perform this task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ez|",1,1,1 ], "Ezra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E| & O|E|",1,1,1 ], "errors and omissions excepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|",1,1,1 ], "Earl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|C|G|",1,1,1 ], "electrocardiogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|C|G|",1,1,2 ], "electrocardiograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|C|S|C|",1,1,1 ], "European Coal and Steel Community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|C|T|",1,1,1 ], "electroconvulsive therapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|D|C|",1,1,1 ], "European Defence Community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|D|P|",1,1,1 ], "electronic data processing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|D|T|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Eastern Daylight Time",1). c_DEF([ "E|E| & M|P|",1,1,1 ], "Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|E|" ,1, 1, 1],"Early English",1). c_DEF([ "E|E|" ,1, 1, 2],"electrical engineer or",1). c_DEF([ "E|E|" ,1, 1, 3],"electrical engineering",1). c_DEF([ "E|I|",1,1,1 ], "East Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|I|",1,1,2 ], "East Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|N|T|",1,1,1 ], "ear, nose, and throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|P|N|S|",1,1,1 ], "electroplated nickel silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|R|",1,1,1 ], "Elizabeth Regina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|R|",1,1,2 ], "Eduardus Rex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|S|N|",1,1,1 ], "educationally subnormal; used to designate a person of limited intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|S|N|",1,1,1 ], "who needs special schooling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "E|S|P|",1,1,1 ], "extrasensory perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) Eastern Standard Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|S|T|",1,1,2 ], "electric-shock treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|T|A|",1,1,1 ], "estimated time of arrival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|T|D|",1,1,1 ], "estimated time of departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "E|V|",1,1,1 ], "English Version (of the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F clef",1,1,1 ], "another name for bass clef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F distribution",1,1,1 ], "a continuous distribution obtained from the ratio of two chi-square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F distribution",1,1,1 ], "distributions and used esp| to test the equality of the variances of two normally distributed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "F distribution",1,1,1 ], "variances" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "F region",1,1,1 ], "and is the most useful region for long-range radio transmission" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "F region",1,1,1 ], "kilometres to about 1000 kilometres| It contains the highest proportion of free electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "F region",1,1,1 ], "the highest region of the ionosphere, extending from a height of about 150" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Morocco, traditional capital of the north: became an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,1 ], "a city in S West Germany, in Bavaria northwest of Nuremberg| Pop|: 103,559" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,1 ], "centre; university (850)| Pop|: 325,327 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,1 ], "independent kingdom in the 11th century, at its height in the 14th century; religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,1,1 ], "a note having a frequency of 349|23 hertz (F above middle C) or this value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,1,1 ], "multiplied or divided by any power of 2; the fourth note of the scale of C major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,10 ], "France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,2 ], "Fahrenheit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,3 ], "Fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,4 ], "fluorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,5 ], "Helmholtz function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,6 ], "force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,7 ], "farad(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,8 ], "F2 being the second generation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,8 ], "a generation of filial offspring, F1 being the first generation of offspring," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F",1,1,9 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F's" ,1, 1, 1],"fighter",1). c_DEF([ "FA Cup",1,1,1 ], "(in England) an annual knockout competition for a silver trophy, open to all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FA Cup",1,1,1 ], "member teams of the Football Association" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "FA Cup",1,1,2 ], "the trophy itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FA",1,1,1 ], "field artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FA",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) Football Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FAD",1,1,1 ], "flavin adenine dinucleotide: an ester of riboflavin with ADP that acts as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FAD",1,1,1 ], "prosthetic group for many flavoproteins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "FAO",1,1,1 ], "Food and Agriculture Organization (of the United Nations)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FET",1,1,1 ], "field-effect transistor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FIFA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Federation Internationale de Football Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Liechtenstein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FM",1,1,1 ], "frequency modulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FMN",1,1,1 ], "flavin mononucleotide; a phosphoric ester of riboflavin that acts as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FMN",1,1,1 ], "prosthetic group for many flavoproteins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "FORTRAN",1,1,1 ], "a high-level computer programming language for mathematical and scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FORTRAN",1,1,1 ], "purposes, designed to facilitate and speed up the solving of complex problems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "FSH",1,1,1 ], "follicle-stimulating hormone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "FSK",1,1,1 ], "Frequency Shift Keying| n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faberg",1,1,1 ], "1846-1920, Russian goldsmith, known for the golden Easter eggs and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faberg",1,1,1 ], "ornate and fanciful objects that he created for the Russian and other royal families" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fabian Society",1,1,1 ], "an association of British socialists advocating the establishment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fabian Society",1,1,1 ], "democratic socialism by gradual reforms within the law: founded in 1884" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fabian",1,1,1 ], "cautious; circumspect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fabian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the delaying tactics of Q| Fabius Maximus;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fabian",1,2,1 ], "a member of or sympathizer with the Fabian Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fabianism",1,1,1 ], "the beliefs, principles, or practices of the Fabian Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fabius Maximus",1,1,1 ], "Carthaginians while avoiding a pitched battle" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fabius Maximus",1,1,1 ], "died 203 b|c|, Roman general and statesman| As commander of the Roman army during" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fabius Maximus",1,1,1 ], "full name Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus, called Cunctator (the delayer)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fabius Maximus",1,1,1 ], "the Second Punic War, he withstood Hannibal by his strategy of harassing the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fabre" ,1, 1, 1],"1823-1915, French entomologist author of many works on insect life, remarkable",1). c_DEF([ "Fabre" ,1, 1, 1],"for their vivid and minute observation, esp",2). c_DEF([ "Fabre" ,1, 1, 2],"Nobel prize for literature 1910|",1). c_DEF([ "Fabrikoid",1,1,1 ], "a waterproof fabric made of cloth coated with pyroxylin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faculty of Advocates",1,1,1 ], "the college or society of advocates in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fadden",1,1,1 ], "Australia (1941)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fadden",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur William| 1895-1973, Australian statesman; prime minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faenza",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Emilia-Romagna: famous in the 15th and 16th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faenza",1,1,1 ], "for its majolica earthenware, esp| faience| Pop|: 54,703 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroes",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Thorshavn| Pop|: 41,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 1400 sq| km (540 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroes",1,1,1 ], "Shetland Islands: a self-governing community within the kingdom of Denmark; fishing|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroes",1,1,1 ], "a group of 21 basalt islands in the North Atlantic between Iceland and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroese",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroese",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Faeroes, their inhabitants, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroese",1,2,1 ], "are not mutually intelligible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroese",1,2,1 ], "the chief language of the Faeroes, closely related to Icelandic, although they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faeroese",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Faeroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fafnir",1,1,1 ], "became a dragon and was slain by Sigurd while guarding the treasure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fafnir",1,1,1 ], "the son of Hreidmar, whom he killed to gain the cursed treasure of Andvari| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fahrenheit scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale of temperatures in which 32 degrees represents the melting point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fahrenheit scale",1,1,1 ], "atmospheric pressure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fahrenheit scale",1,1,1 ], "ice and 212 degrees represents the boiling point of pure water under standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fahrenheit",1,1,1 ], "of or measured according to the Fahrenheit scale of temperature| Symbol: F" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fahrenheit",2,1,1 ], "1686-1736, German physicist, who invented the mercury thermometer and devised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fahrenheit",2,1,1 ], "the temperature scale that bears his name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fah|",1,1,1 ], "Fahrenheit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faial",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Azores archipelago| Chief town: Horta| Area: 171 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faial",1,1,1 ], "km (66 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fair Isle",1,1,1 ], "an intricate multicoloured pattern knitted with Shetland wool into various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fair Isle",1,1,1 ], "garments, such as sweaters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fairbanks",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fairbanks",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Alaska, at the terminus of the Alaska Highway| Pop|: 14,771" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fairfax",1,1,1 ], "3rd Baron Fairfax| 1612-71, English general and statesman: commanded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fairfax",1,1,1 ], "Parliamentary army (1645-50), defeating Charles I at Naseby (1645)| He was instrumental in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fairfax",1,1,1 ], "restoring Charles II to the throne (1660)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fairweather",1,1,1 ], "Columbia| Height: 4596 m (15,320 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fairweather",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W North America, on the border between Alaska and British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faisal I",1,1,1 ], "1885-1933, king of Syria (1920) and first king of Iraq (1921-33)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faisal II",1,1,1 ], "1935-58, last king of Iraq (1939-58)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faizabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Afghanistan| Pop|: 65,000 (1971 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faizabad",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of Fyzabad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falange",1,1,1 ], "the Fascist movement founded in Spain in 1933; the one legal party in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falange",1,1,1 ], "under the Franco regime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falderal" ,1, 1, 1],"falderol , or folderol n",1). c_DEF([ "Falderal" ,1, 1, 2],"a showy but worthless trifle",1). c_DEF([ "Falderal" ,1, 1, 3],"foolish nonsense",1). c_DEF([ "Falderal" ,1, 1, 4],"a nonsensical refrain in old songs",1). c_DEF([ "Falerii",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city of S Italy, in Latium: important in pre-Roman times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faliscan",1,1,1 ], "an ancient language of Italy, spoken in the area north of the Tiber| It was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faliscan",1,1,1 ], "closely related to Latin, which displaced it before 200 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falkirk",1,1,1 ], "37,587 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Falkirk",1,1,1 ], "Wallace(1298) and Prince Charles Edward's defeat of General Hawley (1746); iron works| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falkirk",1,1,1 ], "a town in Scotland, in the Central region: scene of Edward I's defeat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falkland Islands Dependencies",1,1,1 ], "a group of almost uninhabited islands south of the Falkland Islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falkland Islands Dependencies",1,1,1 ], "consisting of the South Sandwich Islands and South Georgia| Area: 4090 sq| km (1580 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falkland Islands Dependencies",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Falkland Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 100 islands in the S Atlantic: a British crown colony| Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falkland Islands",1,1,1 ], "name: Islas Malvinas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Falkland Islands",1,1,1 ], "town: Stanley| Pop|: 2045 (1970)| Area: about 12,200 sq| km (4700 sq| miles)| Spanish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falkner",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (William)Faulkner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fall Line",1,1,1 ], "a natural junction, running parallel to the E coast of the U|S|, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fall Line",1,1,1 ], "falls and rapids" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fall Line",1,1,1 ], "hard rocks of the Appalachians and the softer coastal plain, along which rivers form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fall",1,1,1 ], "Theol| Adam's sin of disobedience and the state of innate sinfulness ensuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fall",1,1,1 ], "from this for himself and all mankind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falla" ,1, 1, 1],"1876-1946, Spanish composer and pianist, composer of the opera",1). c_DEF([ "Falla" ,1, 1, 2],"the ballet The Three-Cornered Hat (1919), guitar and piano music, and songs|",1). c_DEF([ "Fallopian tube",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of slender tubes through which ova pass from the ovaries to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fallopian tube",1,1,1 ], "the uterus in female mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falmouth",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SW England, in S Cornwall| Pop|: 17,883 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "False Bay",1,1,1 ], "a bay in SW South Africa, near the Cape of Good Hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falstaffian",1,1,1 ], "jovial, plump, and dissolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falster",1,1,1 ], "44,697 (1970)| Area: 513 sq| km (198 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Falster",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Baltic Sea, part of SE Denmark| Chief town: Nyko/bing| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Falun",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Sweden: iron and pyrites mines| Pop|: 46,846 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Famagusta",1,1,1 ], "Christendom in the 14th century| Pop|: 38,960 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Famagusta",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Cyprus, on Famagusta Bay: became one of the richest cities in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Familist",1,1,1 ], "16th and 17th centuries based upon love" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Familist",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Family of Love, a mystical Christian religious sect of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Family Compact",1,1,1 ], "the|the ruling oligarchy in Upper Canada in the early 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Family Compact",1,1,2 ], "any influential clique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Family Division",1,1,1 ], "a division of the High Court of Justice dealing with divorce, the custody of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Family Division",1,1,1 ], "and rights of access to children, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fanagalo",1,1,1 ], "a pidgin language widely used in southern Africa, having English, Afrikaans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fanagalo",1,1,1 ], "and Zulu components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fanfani",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, Italian statesman premier 1954, 1958-59, 1960-63" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fang",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in the rain forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fang",1,1,1 ], "of Gabon and Rio Muni: noted for their use of iron and copper money and for their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fang",1,1,1 ], "sculpture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fang",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fang",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fangio",1,1,1 ], "between 1951 and 1957" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fangio",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, Argentinian racing driver who won the World Championship five times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fanti",1,1,1 ], "a language of Ghana: one of the two chief dialects of Akan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fanti",1,1,2 ], "a member of a Negroid people who speak this language, inhabiting the rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fanti",1,1,2 ], "forests of Ghana and the Ivory Coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fantin-Latour",1,1,1 ], "Henri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fantin-Latour",1,1,2 ], "(?~a!ri)| 1836-1904, French painter, noted for his still-lifes and portrait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fantin-Latour",1,1,2 ], "groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Far East",1,1,1 ], "Siberia, Indochina, and adjacent islands: sometimes extended to include all territories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Far East",1,1,1 ], "east of Afghanistan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Far East",1,1,1 ], "the countries of E Asia, including China, Japan, North and South Korea, E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Far North",1,1,1 ], "the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faraday",1,1,1 ], "1791-1867, English physicist and chemist who discovered electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faraday",1,1,1 ], "induction, leading to the invention of the dynamo| He also carried out research into the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faraday",1,1,1 ], "principles of electrolysis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fareham",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S England, in S Hampshire| Pop|: 80,296 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farmer",1,1,1 ], "1565-1605, English madrigal composer and organist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farnborough",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in NE Hampshire: military base, with an aeronautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farnborough",1,1,1 ], "research centre| Pop|: 41,233 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Farnese",1,1,1 ], "Alessandro | original name of (Pope)Paul III" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farnese",1,1,2 ], "(1578-92), he successfully suppressed revolts against Spanish rule" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Farnese",1,1,2 ], "Alessandro, duke of Parma and Piacenza| 1545-92, Italian general, statesman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farnese",1,1,2 ], "and diplomat in the service of Philip II of Spain| As governor of the Netherlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Farnham",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in NW Surrey| Pop|: 31,175 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faroes",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Faeroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farouk I",1,1,1 ], "1920-65, last king of Egypt (1936-52)| He was forced to abdicate (1952)| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farquhar Islands",1,1,1 ], "an island group in the Indian Ocean: administratively part of the Seychelles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farquhar",1,1,1 ], "1678-1707, Irish-born dramatist; author of comedies such as The Recruiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Farquhar",1,1,1 ], "Officer (1706) and The Beaux' Stratagem (1707)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faruk I",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Farouk I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fascism",1,1,1 ], "Fascism encouraged militarism and nationalism, organizing the country along" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fascism",1,1,1 ], "hierarchical authoritarian lines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fascism",1,1,1 ], "the political movement, doctrine, system, or regime of Benito Mussolini|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fascist",1,1,1 ], "a supporter or member of the Italian Fascist movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fascist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Italian Fascism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fashoda",1,1,1 ], "a small town in SE Sudan: scene of an incident (1898) that caused a crisis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fashoda",1,1,1 ], "between France and England| Modern name: Kodok" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fassbinder" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1946, West German film director| His films include",1). c_DEF([ "Fassbinder" ,1, 1, 2],"The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant",1). c_DEF([ "Fassbinder" ,1, 1, 3],"Fear eats the Soul (1973), and Effi Briest (1974)",1). c_DEF([ "Fata Morgana",1,1,1 ], "Morgan le Fay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fata Morgana",1,1,1 ], "a mirage, esp| one in the Strait of Messina attributed to the sorcery of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fatah",1,1,1 ], "a Palestinian terrorist organization, founded in 1956, with the aim of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fatah",1,1,1 ], "destroying the state of Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fates",1,1,1 ], "likened to skeins of thread that they spin, measure out, and at last cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fates",1,1,1 ], "the three goddesses who control the destinies of the lives of man, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fates",1,1,2 ], "Norse myth| another name for the Norns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Father Christmas",1,1,1 ], "another name for Santa Claus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Father Time",1,1,1 ], "hourglass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Father Time",1,1,1 ], "time personified as an old bearded man, usually carrying a scythe and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Father",1,1,1 ], "God, esp| when considered as the first person of the Christian Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Father",1,1,2 ], "any of the writers on Christian doctrine of the pre-Scholastic period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Father",1,1,3 ], "a title used for Christian priests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Father's Day",1,1,1 ], "the third Sunday in June, observed as a day in honour of fathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fathometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of echo sounder used for measuring the depth of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fatima",1,1,1 ], "606-632 a|d|, daughter of Mohammed; wife of Ali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fatimid",1,1,1 ], "North Africa and parts of Egypt and Syria (909-1171)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fatimid",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Moslem dynasty, descended from Fatima and Ali, that ruled over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fatimid",1,1,2 ], "a descendant of Fatima and Ali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fatshan",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE China, in W Kwantung province| Pop|: 122,500 (1953)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faulkner",1,1,1 ], "1897-1962, U|S| novelist and short-story writer| Most of his works portray the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faulkner",1,1,1 ], "August (1932): Nobel prize for literature 1949" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Faulkner",1,1,1 ], "Yoknapatawpha in Mississippi| Other novels include The Sound and the Fury (1929) and Light in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Faulkner",1,1,1 ], "problems of the southern U|S|, esp| the novels set in the imaginary county of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faunus",1,1,1 ], "Greek Pan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faunus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Italian deity of pastures and forests, later identified with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faur",1,1,1 ], "1845-1920 French composer and teacher, noted particularly for his song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faur",1,1,1 ], "settings of French poems, esp| those of Verlaine, his piano music, and his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Faust",1,1,1 ], "a magician and alchemist who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Faust",1,1,1 ], "knowledge and power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fauve",1,1,1 ], "Vlaminck, and Derain, characterized by the use of bright colours and simplified forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fauve",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of French painters prominent from 1905, including Matisse," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fauve",1,2,1 ], "of this group or its style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Favrile glass",1,1,1 ], "a type of iridescent glass developed by L|C| Tiffany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fawkes",1,1,1 ], "1570-1606, English conspirator, executed for his part in the Gunpowder Plot to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fawkes",1,1,1 ], "blow up King James I and the Houses of Parliament (1605)| Effigies of him, guys, are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fawkes",1,1,1 ], "burnt in England on Guy Fawkes Day (Nov| 5)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fayal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Faial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fe",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feast of Dedication",1,1,1 ], "another name for Hanukkah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feast of Lanterns",1,1,1 ], "a five-day festival usually taking place in October or November, dedicated to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feast of Lanterns",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of wealth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Feast of Lanterns",1,1,2 ], "another name for Bon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feast of Tabernacles",1,1,1 ], "another name for Sukkoth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feast of Weeks",1,1,1 ], "Judaism| another name for Shabuoth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "February Revolution",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Russian Revolution ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "February",1,1,1 ], "the second month of the year, consisting of 28 or (in a leap year) 29 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feb|",1,1,1 ], "February" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fechner" ,1, 1, 1],"1801-87, German physicist, philosopher, and psychologist, noted particularly",1). c_DEF([ "Fechner" ,1, 1, 1],"for his work on the relationship between physiology and psychology,",2). c_DEF([ "Federal Republic of Germany",1,1,1 ], "the official name of West Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federal Reserve System",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a banking system consisting of twelve Federal Reserve Districts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federal Reserve System",1,1,1 ], "each containing member banks regulated and served by a Federal Reserve Bank|It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Federal Reserve System",1,1,1 ], "operates under the supervision of the Federal Reserve Board and performs functions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Federal Reserve System",1,1,1 ], "similar to those of the Bank of England" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Federal Reserve note",1,1,1 ], "a bank note issued by the Federal Reserve Banks and now serving as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federal Reserve note",1,1,1 ], "prevailing paper currency in circulation in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Federal",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Federalist party or Federalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federal",1,1,1,2 ], "War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Federal",1,1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or supporting the Union government during the American Civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federal",1,2,1,1 ], "a supporter of the Union government during the American Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federal",1,2,1,2 ], "a Federalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federalism",1,1,1 ], "the principles and policies of the Federalist party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federalist Party",1,1,1 ], "Hamilton| It took an active part in the shaping of the U|S| Constitution and thereafter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Federalist Party",1,1,1 ], "favoured strong centralized government and business interests" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Federalist Party",1,1,1 ], "the American political party founded in 1787 and led initially by Alexander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland",1,1,1 ], "a federation (1953-63) of Northern Rhodesia, Southern Rhodesia, and Nyasaland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fed|",1,1,1 ], "Federal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fed|",1,1,2 ], "Federation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fed|",1,1,3 ], "Federated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feininger",1,1,1 ], "1871-1956, U|S| artist, who worked at the Bauhaus, noted for his use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feininger",1,1,1 ], "superimposed translucent planes of colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Feisal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Faisal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Felling",1,1,1 ], "a coal-mining town in N England, in Tyneside| Pop|: 38,595 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fellini" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1920, Italian film director his films include",1). c_DEF([ "Fellini" ,1, 1, 2],"and 8@2 (1963)|",1). c_DEF([ "Fellow",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various learned societies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fenian",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a member of an Irish revolutionary organization founded in the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fenian",1,1,1 ], "in the 19th century to fight for an independent Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fenian",1,1,2 ], "attributed to the 2nd and 3rd centuries a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fenian",1,1,2 ], "one of a legendary band of Irish warriors noted for their heroic exploits," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fenian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Fenians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fenrir" ,1, 1, 1],"Fenris , or Fenriswolf n| Norse myth",1). c_DEF([ "Fenrir" ,1, 1, 2],"an enormous wolf, fathered by Loki, which killed Odin",1). c_DEF([ "Fens",1,1,1 ], "a flat low-lying area of E England, west and south of the Wash: consisted of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fens",1,1,1 ], "marshes until reclaimed in the 17th to 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,1 ], "achieved control of the Moorish kings of Saragossa, Seville, and Toledo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 1016-65, king of Castile (1035-65) and Leon (1037-65):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,2 ], "1503-64, king of Hungary and Bohemia (1526-64); Holy Roman Emperor (1558-64)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,2 ], "bringing years of religious warfare to an end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,3 ], "1751-1825, king of the Two Sicilies (1816-25); king of Naples (1759-1806;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,3 ], "1815-25), as Ferdinand IV, being dispossessed by Napoleon (1806-15)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,4 ], "1793-1875, king of Hungary (1830-48) and emperor of Austria (1835-48);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,4 ], "abdicated after the Revolution of 1848 in favour of his nephew, Franz Josef I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,5 ], "1861-1948, ruling prince of Bulgaria (1887-1908) and tsar from 1908 until his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,5 ], "abdication in 1918" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand I",1,1,6 ], "1865-1927, king of Rumania (1914-27); sided with the Allies in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand II",1,1,1 ], "1578-1637, Holy Roman Emperor (1619-37); king of Bohemia (1617-19; 1620-37)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand II",1,1,1 ], "War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand II",1,1,1 ], "and of Hungary (1617-37)| His anti-Protestant policies led to the Thirty Years'" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand II",1,1,2 ], "title as king of Aragon and Sicily of Ferdinand V" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand III",1,1,1 ], "1608-57, Holy Roman Emperor (1637-57) and king of Hungary (1625-57); son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand III",1,1,1 ], "Ferdinand II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand III",1,1,2 ], "title as king of Naples of Ferdinand V" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand V",1,1,1 ], "(1492), and financed Columbus' voyage to the New World" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand V",1,1,1 ], "(1504-16)| His marriage to Isabella I of Castile (1469) led to the union of Aragon and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand V",1,1,1 ], "Castile and his reconquest of Granada from the Moors (1492) completed the unification" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand V",1,1,1 ], "called the Catholic| 1452-1516, king of Castile (1474-1504); as Ferdinand II," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand V",1,1,1 ], "king of Aragon (1479-1516) and Sicily (1468-1516); as Ferdinand III, king of Naples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferdinand V",1,1,1 ], "of Spain| He introduced the Inquisition (1478), expelled the Jews from Spain" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Fergana",1,1,1 ], "a region of W central Asia, surrounded by high mountains and accessible only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fergana",1,1,1 ], "from the west; mainly in the Uzbek SSR and partly in the Tadzhik and Kirgiz SSRs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fergana",1,1,2 ], "the chief city of this region, in the E Uzbek SSR| Pop|: 128,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fergus",1,1,1 ], "(in Irish legend) a warrior king of Ulster, who was supplanted by Conchobar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fermanagh",1,1,1 ], "(653 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fermanagh",1,1,1 ], "County town: Enniskillen| Pop|: 49,960 (1971)| Area (excluding water): 1691 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fermanagh",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW Northern Ireland: contains the Upper and Lower Lough Erne|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fermat",1,1,1 ], "1601-65, French mathematician, regarded as the founder of the modern theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fermat",1,1,1 ], "numbers|He studied the properties of whole numbers and, with Pascal, investigated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fermat",1,1,1 ], "theory of probability" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fermat's last theorem" ,1, 1, 1],"(in number theory) the hypothesis that the equation",1). c_DEF([ "Fermat's principle",1,1,1 ], "the principle that a ray of light passes from one point to another in such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fermat's principle",1,1,1 ], "way that the time taken is a minimum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fermi",1,1,1 ], "(1942)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fermi",1,1,1 ], "1901-54, Italian nuclear physicist, in the U|S| from 1939|He was awarded a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fermi",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for physics in 1938 for his work on radioactive substances and nuclear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fermi",1,1,1 ], "bombardment and headed the group that produced the first controlled nuclear reaction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fermi-Dirac statistics",1,1,1 ], "arrangements of the particles in a system in terms of the exclusion principle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fermi-Dirac statistics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of quantum statistics used to calculate the permitted energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fernandel",1,1,1 ], "original name Fernand Contandin| 1903-71, French comic film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fernando Po",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1973) of Macias Nguema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fernando de Noronha",1,1,1 ], "Area: 26 sq| km (10 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fernando de Noronha",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in the S Atlantic northeast of Cape Sao Roque: constitutes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fernando de Noronha",1,1,1 ], "federal territory of Brazil; a penal colony since the 18th century| Pop|: 1241 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferrara",1,1,1 ], "House of Este; university (1391)| Pop|: 155,175 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ferrara",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Emilia-Romagna: a centre of the Renaissance under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferrari",1,1,1 ], "born 1898, Italian designer and manufacturer of racing cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferris wheel",1,1,1 ], "a fairground wheel having seats freely suspended from its rim; the seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ferris wheel",1,1,1 ], "remain horizontal throughout its rotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fertile Crescent",1,1,1 ], "Babylonian, Assyrian, Phoenician, and Hebrew civilizations flourished" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fertile Crescent",1,1,1 ], "an area of fertile land in the Middle East, extending around the Rivers Tigris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fertile Crescent",1,1,1 ], "and Euphrates in a semicircle from Israel to the Persian Gulf, where the Sumerian," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fervidor",1,1,1 ], "another name for Thermidor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fescennine",1,1,1 ], "scurrilous or obscene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feuchtwanger" ,1, 1, 1],"1884-1958, German novelist and dramatist, lived in the U|S| (1940-58): noted",1). c_DEF([ "Feuchtwanger" ,1, 1, 1],"for his historical novels, including",2). c_DEF([ "Feuchtwanger" ,1, 1, 2],"and Jud Suss (1925)",1). c_DEF([ "Feuerbach" ,1, 1, 1],"1804-72, German materialist philosopher: in",1). c_DEF([ "Feuerbach" ,1, 1, 2],"merely an outward projection of man's inner self|",2). c_DEF([ "Feuerbach" ,1, 1, 2],"translated into English by George Eliot (1853), he maintained that God is",1). c_DEF([ "Feuillant",1,1,1 ], "a member of a club formed in 1791 by Lafayette advocating a limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Feuillant",1,1,1 ], "antimonarchical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Feuillant",1,1,1 ], "constitutional monarchy: forced to disband in 1792 as the revolution became more violent and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Feydeau" ,1, 1, 1],"1862-1921, French dramatist, noted for his farces, esp",1). c_DEF([ "Feydeau" ,1, 1, 2],"La Dame de chez Maxim",1). c_DEF([ "Feydeau" ,1, 1, 3],"and Occupe-toi d'Am''elie (1908)",1). c_DEF([ "Fez",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Fes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fezzan",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW Libya, in the Sahara: a former province (until 1963)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fianna Fail",1,1,1 ], "anti-British republican party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fianna Fail",1,1,1 ], "one of the major Irish political parties, founded by de Valera in 1926 as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fianna",1,1,1 ], "another word for Fenian ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fibonacci sequence",1,1,1 ], "member (Fibonacci number) is the sum of the previous two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fibonacci sequence",1,1,1 ], "the infinite sequence of numbers, 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, etc|, in which each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fichte",1,1,1 ], "1762-1814, German philosopher: expounded ethical idealism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ficino",1,1,1 ], "1433-99, Italian Neoplatonist philosopher: attempted to integrate Platonism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ficino",1,1,1 ], "with Christianity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fidei Defensor",1,1,1 ], "appearing on Brit| coins as FID DEF (before decimalization) or FD (after decimalization)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fidei Defensor",1,1,1 ], "defender of the faith; a title given to Henry VIII by Pope Leo X, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fidelism",1,1,1 ], "belief in, adherence to, or advocacy of the principles of Fidel Castro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fid| Def|",1,1,1 ], "Fidei Defensor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Field",1,1,1 ], "1782-1837, Irish composer and pianist, lived in Russia from 1803: invented the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Field",1,1,1 ], "nocturne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fielding",1,1,1 ], "1707-54, English novelist and dramatist, noted particularly for his picaresque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fielding",1,1,1 ], "Andrews (1742), which starts as a parody of Richardson's Pamela, and Amelia (1751)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fielding",1,1,1 ], "novel Tom Jones (1749), which he described as a comic epic poem in prose, Joseph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fields",1,1,1 ], "Gracie| original name Grace Stansfield| born 1898, English popular singer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fields",1,1,1 ], "comedienne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fields",1,1,2 ], "W| C| original name William Claude Dukenfield| 1880-1946, U|S| film actor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fields",1,1,2 ], "noted for his portrayal of comic roles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fiend",1,1,1 ], "the devil; Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fiesole",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 114,111 (1971)| Ancient name: Faesulae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fiesole",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Italy, in Tuscany near Florence: Etruscan and Roman remains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fiesole",2,1,1 ], "the monastic name of (Fra)Angelico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fife",1,1,1 ], "338,734 (1976 est|)| Area: 1305 sq| km (504 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fife",1,1,1 ], "a local government region of E central Scotland, bordering on the North Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fife",1,1,1 ], "between the Firths of Tay and Forth: coastal lowlands in the north and east, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fife",1,1,1 ], "several ranges of hills; mainly agricultural| Administrative centre: Cupar| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fife",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county of E central Scotland, coextensive with Fife region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fifth Republic",1,1,1 ], "Republic| Its constitution is characterized by the strong position of the president" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fifth Republic",1,1,1 ], "the French republic established in 1958 as the successor to the Fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fiji",1,1,1 ], "(1874-1970); the large islands are of volcanic origin, surrounded by coral reefs; smaller" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fiji",1,1,1 ], "Currency: dollar| Capital: Suva| Pop|: 588,068 (1976)| Area: 18,272 sq| km (7055 sq|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Fiji",1,1,1 ], "an independent state within the British Commonwealth, consisting of 844" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fiji",1,1,1 ], "islands (chiefly Viti Levu and Vanua Levu) in the SW Pacific: a British colony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fiji",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Fiji",1,1,1 ], "ones are of coral| Official language: English| Religion: Christian and Hindu|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fiji",1,1,2 ], "another word for Fijian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fijian",1,1,1 ], "a member of the indigenous people of mixed Melanesian and Polynesian descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fijian",1,1,1 ], "inhabiting Fiji" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fijian",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fijian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Fiji or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Filipino",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Filipino",1,1,2 ], "another name for Tagalog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Filipino",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Philippines or their inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fillmore",1,1,1 ], "1800-74, 13th president of the U|S| (1850-53); a leader of the Whig Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fima",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Portugal: Roman Catholic shrine and pilgrimage centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finchley",1,1,1 ], "Barnet since 1965" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finchley",1,1,1 ], "a residential district of N London, part of the Greater London borough of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fine Gael",1,1,1 ], "one of the major political parties in the Republic of Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fingal's Cave",1,1,1 ], "a cave in W Scotland, on Staffa Island in the Inner Hebrides: basaltic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fingal's Cave",1,1,1 ], "pillars| Length: 68 m (227 ft|)| Height: 35 m (117 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fingo" ,1, 1, 1],"gos",1). c_DEF([ "Fingo" ,1, 1, 2],"a member of a Xhosa-speaking people settled in southern Africa in the Ciskei",1). c_DEF([ "Fingo" ,1, 1, 2],"and Transkei: originally refugees from the Zulu wars of conquest",2). c_DEF([ "Finist",1,1,1 ], "Quimper| Pop|: 832,158 (1975)| Area: 7029 sq| km (2741 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finist",1,1,1 ], "a department of NW France, at the tip of the Breton peninsula| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finisterre",1,1,1 ], "Cape| a headland in NW Spain: the westernmost point of the Spanish mainland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finisterre",1,1,2 ], "an English name for Finistere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finland",1,1,1 ], "Religion: chiefly Lutheran| Currency: markka| Capital: Helsinki| Pop|: 4,707,000 (1975" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Finland",1,1,1 ], "a republic in N Europe, on the Baltic Sea: ceded to Russia by Sweden in 1809;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finland",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 337,000 sq| km (130,120 sq| miles)| Finnish name: Suomi" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Finland",1,1,1 ], "forests, and peat bogs| Official language: Finnish; Swedish is also widely spoken|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Finland",1,1,1 ], "gained independence in 1917; Soviet invasion successfully withstood in 1939-40, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finland",1,1,1 ], "the loss of Karelia| It is generally low-lying, with about 50,000 lakes, extensive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Finland",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an arm of the Baltic Sea between Finland and the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finn",1,1,1 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Finland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finn",1,1,2 ], "Russia, who were pushed northwards during the Slav migrations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finn",1,1,2 ], "a speaker of a Finnic language, esp| one of the original inhabitants of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finn",2,1,1 ], "called Finn MacCool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finn",2,1,2 ], "(in Irish legend) chief of the Fianna, father of the heroic poet Ossian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finney",1,1,1 ], "born 1936, English stage and film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finnic",1,1,1 ], "Finnish and several languages of the N Soviet Union in Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finnic",1,1,1 ], "one of the two branches of the Finno-Ugric family of languages, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finnic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this group of languages or to the Finns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finnish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Finland, the Finns, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finnish",1,2,1 ], "belonging to the Finno-Ugric family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finnish",1,2,1 ], "the official language of Finland, also spoken in the NW Soviet Union," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finnmark",1,1,1 ], "(18,973 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Finnmark",1,1,1 ], "a county of N Norway: the largest, northernmost, and least populated county;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finnmark",1,1,1 ], "mostly a barren plateau| Capital: Vadso/| Pop|: 76,354 (1971)| Area: 48,649 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finno-Ugric",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages spoken in Scandinavia, Hungary, and the Soviet Union," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finno-Ugric",1,1,1 ], "including Finnish, Estonian, Hungarian, Ostyak, and Vogul: sometimes regarded as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finno-Ugric",1,1,1 ], "subfamily of a Uralic family" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Finno-Ugric",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finsen",1,1,1 ], "1860-1904, Danish physician founder of phototherapy: Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Finsen",1,1,1 ], "physiology or medicine 1903" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finsteraarhorn",1,1,1 ], "4274 m (14,014 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Finsteraarhorn",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S central Switzerland: highest peak in the Bernese Alps| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fin|",1,1,1 ], "Finland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fin|",1,1,2 ], "Finnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Firbank",1,1,1 ], "Ronald| 1886-1926, English novelist, whose works include Valmouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Firbank",1,1,2 ], "(1919), The Flower beneath the Foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Firbank",1,1,3 ], "(1923), and Concerning the Eccentricities of Cardinal Pirelli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Firbank",1,1,4 ], "(1926)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Firdausi",1,1,1 ], "Shah Nama , a chronicle of the legends and history of Persia| f" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Firdausi",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Abul Qasim Mansur| 935-1020 a|d|, Persian epic poet; author of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Firenze",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Florence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "First Empire",1,1,1 ], "the period of imperial rule in France (1804-14) under Napoleon Bonaparte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "First International",1,1,1 ], "an association of socialists and labour leaders founded in London in 1864 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "First International",1,1,1 ], "dissolved in Philadelphia in 1876" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "First Republic",1,1,1 ], "1792 until Napoleon Bonaparte proclaimed himself emperor in 1804" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "First Republic",1,1,1 ], "the republic in France, which lasted from the abolition of the monarchy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "First World War",1,1,1 ], "another name for World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer",1,1,1 ], "Emil Hermann | 1852-1919, German chemist noted particularly for his work on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer",1,1,1 ], "synthetic sugars and the purine group: Nobel prize for chemistry 1902" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer",1,1,2 ], "Hans (hans)| 1881-1945, German chemist, noted particularly for his work on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer",1,1,2 ], "chlorophyll, haemin, and the porphyrins: Nobel prize for chemistry 1930|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer",1,1,3 ], "1972-75" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer",1,1,3 ], "Robert James, called Bobby| born 1943, U|S| chess player; world champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer-Dieskau",1,1,1 ], "Schubert's song cycles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fischer-Dieskau",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, German baritone, noted particularly for his interpretation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,1 ], "Andrew| 1862-1928, Australian statesman, born in Scotland: prime minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,1 ], "Australia (1908-09; 1910-13; 1914-15)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,2 ], "(1945-61)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,2 ], "Geoffrey Francis, Baron Fisher of Lambeth| 1887-1972, archbishop of Canterbury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,3 ], "Saint John| 1469-1535, English prelate and scholar: executed for refusing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,3 ], "acknowledge Henry VIII as supreme head of the church| Feast day: June 20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,4 ], "First Sea Lord (1904-10; 1914-15); introduced the dreadnought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fisher",1,1,4 ], "John Arbuthnot, 1st Baron Fisher of Kilverstone| 1841-1920, British admiral;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fishes",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Pisces, the twelfth sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fittipaldi",1,1,1 ], "born 1946, Brazilian motor-racing driver: world champion in 1972 and 1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,1 ], "Edward| 1809-83, English poet, noted particularly for his free translation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,1 ], "the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam (1859)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,2 ], "Ella| born 1918, U|S| jazz singer, noted for her vocal range, clarity, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,2 ], "rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,3 ], "FScott 1896-1940, U|S| novelist and short-story writer, noted particularly for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,3 ], "his portrayal of the 1920s in The Great Gatsby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,4 ], "(1925) and Tender is the Night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzgerald",1,1,5 ], "(1934)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzsimmons",1,1,1 ], "1862-1917, New Zealand boxer, born in England: world middleweight (1891-97)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fitzsimmons",1,1,1 ], "heavyweight (1897-99), and light-heavyweight (1903-05) champion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fiume",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Rijeka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Five Nations",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a confederacy of North American Indian peoples living mainly in and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Five Nations",1,1,1 ], "Onondagas, and Senecas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Five Nations",1,1,1 ], "around present-day New York state, consisting of the Cayugas, Mohawks, Oneidas," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Five-Year Plan",1,1,1 ], "(in socialist economies) a government plan for economic development over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Five-Year Plan",1,1,1 ], "period of five years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flag Day",1,1,1 ], "June 14, the annual holiday in the U|S| to celebrate the adoption in 1777 of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flag Day",1,1,1 ], "the Stars and Stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flagstad",1,1,1 ], "1895-1962, Norwegian operatic soprano, noted particularly for her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flagstad",1,1,1 ], "interpretations of Wagner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flamborough Head",1,1,1 ], "a chalk promontory in NE England, on the coast of Humberside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flaminian Way",1,1,1 ], "220 b|c| by Gaius Flaminius| Length: over 322 km (200 miles)| Latin name: Via" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flaminian Way",1,1,1 ], "Flaminia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Flaminian Way",1,1,1 ], "an ancient road in Italy, extending north from Rome to Rimini: constructed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flamininus",1,1,1 ], "230-174 b|c| Roman general and statesman: defeated Macedonia (197) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flamininus",1,1,1 ], "proclaimed the independence of the Greek states (196)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flaminius",1,1,1 ], "by Hannibal at Trasimene (217)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flaminius",1,1,1 ], "died 217 b|c|, Roman statesman and general: built the Flaminian Way; defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flamsteed",1,1,1 ], "1646-1719, English astronomer: the first Astronomer Royal and first director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flamsteed",1,1,1 ], "of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (1675)| He increased the accuracy of existing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flamsteed",1,1,1 ], "stellar catalogues, greatly aiding navigation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Flanders poppy",1,1,1 ], "another name for corn poppy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flanders",1,1,1 ], "Zeeland, and the French department of the Nord; scene of battles in many wars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Flanders",1,1,1 ], "a powerful medieval principality in the SW part of the Low Countries, now in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flanders",1,1,1 ], "the Belgian provinces of East and West Flanders, the Netherlands province of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flaxman",1,1,1 ], "1755-1826, English neoclassical sculptor and draughtsman, noted particularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flaxman",1,1,1 ], "for his monuments and his engraved illustrations for the Iliad, the Odyssey, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flaxman",1,1,1 ], "works by Dante and Aeschylus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fla|",1,1,1 ], "Florida" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flecker",1,1,1 ], "1884-1915, English poet and dramatist; author of Hassan (1922)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleet Air Arm",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the aviation branch of the Royal Navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleet Street",1,1,1 ], "a street in central London in which many newspaper offices are situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleet Street",1,1,2 ], "British journalism or journalists collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleet",1,1,1 ], "Street and is now a covered sewer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fleet",1,1,1 ], "a stream that formerly ran into the Thames between Ludgate Hill and Fleet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleet",1,1,2 ], "a London prison, esp| used for holding debtors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleetwood Mac",1,1,1 ], "1946; guitar; quit 1970) and Jeremy Spencer (born 1948; slide guitar; quit 1971)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Fleetwood Mac",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-American rock group (formed 1967): comprising Mick Fleetwood (born 1947;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleetwood Mac",1,1,1 ], "Buckingham (born 1949; guitar; joined 1975)| Former members include Peter Green (born" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fleetwood Mac",1,1,1 ], "drums), John McVie (born 1945; bass guitar), Christine McVie (born 1947; keyboard and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fleetwood Mac",1,1,1 ], "vocals; joined 1971), Stevie Nicks (born 1948; vocals; joined 1975), and Lindsey" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fleetwood",1,1,1 ], "a fishing port in NW England, in Lancashire| Pop|: 28,584 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Flanders or a Flemish-speaking Belgian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming",2,1,1 ], "Sir Alexander| 1881-1955, Scottish bacteriologist: discovered lysozyme (1922)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming",2,1,1 ], "and penicillin (1928) shared the Nobel prize for medicine in 1945" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming",2,1,2 ], "Bond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming",2,1,2 ], "Ian 1908-64, English author of spy novels; creator of the secret agent James" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming",2,1,3 ], "Sir John Ambrose| 1849-1945, English electrical engineer: invented the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming",2,1,3 ], "thermionic valve (1904)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming's rules",1,1,1 ], "current flow, motion, and magnetic field in electromagnetic induction| The hand is held" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming's rules",1,1,1 ], "electric motors and the right hand for dynamos" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming's rules",1,1,1 ], "the directions of motion, field, and electric current| The left hand is used for" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming's rules",1,1,1 ], "two rules used as mnemonics for the relationship between the directions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleming's rules",1,1,1 ], "with the thumb, first, and second fingers at right angles, respectively indicating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Flemish bond",1,1,1 ], "a bond used in brickwork that has alternating stretchers and headers in each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flemish bond",1,1,1 ], "course, each header being placed centrally over a stretcher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flemish",1,1,1 ], "Dutch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flemish",1,1,1 ], "one of the two official languages of Belgium, almost identical in form with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flemish",1,1,2 ], "the| the Flemings collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flemish",1,2,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flemish",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Flanders, the Flemings, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flem|",1,1,1 ], "Flemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flensburg",1,1,1 ], "a port in N West Germany, in Schleswig-Holstein: taken from Denmark by Prussia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flensburg",1,1,1 ], "in 1864; voted to remain German in 1920| Pop|: 95,400 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fletcher",1,1,1 ], "1579-1625, English Jacobean dramatist, noted for his romantic tragicomedies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fletcher",1,1,1 ], "Tragedy (1611)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fletcher",1,1,1 ], "written in collaboration with Francis Beaumont, esp| Philaster (1610) and The Maid's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fletcherism",1,1,1 ], "aid digestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fletcherism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of chewing food thoroughly and drinking liquids in small sips to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleury",1,1,1 ], "1653-1743, French cardinal and statesman: Louis XV's chief adviser and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fleury",1,1,1 ], "virtual ruler of France (1726-43)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flinders Island",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 967 (1971)| Area: 2077 sq| km (802 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flinders Island",1,1,1 ], "an island off the coast of NE Tasmania: the largest of the Furneaux Islands|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flinders Range",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: 1170 m (3900 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flinders Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in E South Australia, between Lake Torrens and Lake Frome|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flinders bar",1,1,1 ], "a bar of soft iron mounted on a binnacle to compensate for local magnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flinders bar",1,1,1 ], "causing error to the compass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flint",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Wales, in Clwyd, on the Dee estuary| Pop|: 14,660 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flint",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Michigan: car production| Pop|: 181,684 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flintshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of NE Wales, now part of Clwyd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flodden",1,1,1 ], "1513 and James IV of Scotland was killed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flodden",1,1,1 ], "a hill in Northumberland where invading Scots were defeated by the English in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flon" ,1, 1, 1],"1651-1715, French theologian and writer author of",1). c_DEF([ "Flon" ,1, 1, 2],"a defence of quietism, and Les aventures de T''el''emaque (1699), which",1). c_DEF([ "Flon" ,1, 1, 2],"was construed as criticizing the government of Louis XIV",2). c_DEF([ "Flood" ,1, 1, 1],"livestock were saved in the ark| (Genesis 7-8); the Deluge",2). c_DEF([ "Flood" ,1, 1, 1],"the flood extending over all the earth from which Noah and his family and",1). c_DEF([ "Flora",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Floral",1,1,1 ], "extending from April 21 to May 20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Floral",1,1,1 ], "the month of flowers: the eighth month of the French revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florence flask",1,1,1 ], "a round flat-bottomed glass flask with a long neck, used in chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florence flask",1,1,1 ], "experiments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Florence",1,1,1 ], "1859; capital of Italy 1865-70| It was the major cultural and artistic centre of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Florence",1,1,1 ], "Ancient name: Florentia|Italian name: Firenze" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Florence",1,1,1 ], "Renaissance and is still one of the world's chief art centres| Pop|: 465,823 (1975 est|)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Florence",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Italy, on the River Arno in Tuscany: became an independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florence",1,1,1 ], "republic in the 14th century; under Austrian and other rule intermittently from 1737 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Florentine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Florence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florentine",1,1,2 ], "(of food) served or prepared with spinach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florentine",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Florence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florentine",1,2,2 ], "a biscuit containing nuts and dried fruit and coated with chocolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florentine",1,2,3 ], "a type of domestic fancy pigeon somewhat resembling the Modena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flores Sea",1,1,1 ], "Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flores Sea",1,1,1 ], "a part of the Pacific Ocean in Indonesia between Celebes and the Lesser Sunda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flores",1,1,1 ], "Chief town: Ende| Area: 17,150 sq| km (6622 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Flores",1,1,1 ], "Sea and the Savu Sea: mountainous, with active volcanoes and unexplored forests|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flores",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, one of the Lesser Sunda Islands, between the Flores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flores",1,1,2 ], "Cruz| Area: 142 sq| km (55 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flores",1,1,2 ], "an island in the Atlantic, the westernmost of the Azores| Chief town: Santa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florey",1,1,1 ], "Baron Florey| 1898-1968, British pathologist: shared the Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florey",1,1,1 ], "medicine (1945) with E| B| Chain and Alexander Fleming for their work on penicillin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Florianolis",1,1,1 ], "Caterina Island| Pop|: 115,665 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Florianolis",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Brazil, capital of Santa Caterina state, on the W coast of Santa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florida",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Tallahassee| Pop|: 6,789,443 (1970)| Area: 143,900 sq| km (55,560 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Florida",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southeastern U|S|, between the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florida",1,1,1 ], "consists mostly of a low-lying peninsula ending in the Florida Keys, a chain of small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Florida",1,1,1 ], "islands off the coast of S Florida, extending southwest for over 160 km (100 miles)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Florida",1,1,2 ], "Atlantic with the Gulf of Mexico|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Florida",1,1,2 ], "Straits of| a sea passage between the Florida Keys and Cuba, linking the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florio",1,1,1 ], "1553-1625, English lexicographer, noted for his translation of Montaigne's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Florio",1,1,1 ], "Essays (1603)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flotow" ,1, 1, 1],"1812-83, German composer of operas, esp",1). c_DEF([ "Flushing",1,1,1 ], "(1572)| Pop|: 41,085 (1971)| Dutch name: Vlissingen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Flushing",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Netherlands, in Zeeland province, on Walcheren Island, at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flushing",1,1,1 ], "mouth of the West Scheldt river: the first Dutch city to throw off Spanish rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fly River",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Papua New Guinea, flowing southeast to the Gulf of Papua| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fly River",1,1,1 ], "about 1300 km (800 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flying Dutchman",1,1,1 ], "a phantom ship sighted in bad weather, esp| off the Cape of Good Hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flying Dutchman",1,1,2 ], "the captain of this ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Flysch",1,1,1 ], "consisting of sandstones, marls, shales, and clays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Flysch",1,1,1 ], "deposits of late Cretaceous and early Tertiary age that occur in the Alps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fl|",1,1,1 ], "Flanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fl|",1,1,2 ], "Flemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fm",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for fermium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fnen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Fyn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foch",1,1,1 ], "1851-1929, marshal of France commander in chief of Allied armies on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foch",1,1,1 ], "Western front in World War I (1918)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foggia",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Foggia",1,1,1 ], "Carbonari revolutionary societies in the revolts of 1820, 1848, and 1860| Pop|: 151,203" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foggia",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Italy, in Apulia: seat of Emperor Frederick II; centre for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foism",1,1,1 ], "Chinese Buddhism, the version introduced from India from the 4th century a|d|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foism",1,1,1 ], "onwards and essentially belonging to the Mahayana school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fokine",1,1,1 ], "1880-1942, Russian choreographer, regarded as the creator of modern ballet|He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fokine",1,1,1 ], "as Les Sylphides and Petrushka" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fokine",1,1,1 ], "worked with Diaghilev as director of the Ballet Russe (1909-15), producing works such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fokker",1,1,1 ], "1890-1939, Dutch designer and builder of aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Folkestone",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE England, in E Kent| Pop|: 43,760 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Folketing",1,1,1 ], "the lower chamber of the Danish parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Folsom man",1,1,1 ], "a type of early man from a North American culture of the Pleistocene period," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Folsom man",1,1,1 ], "thought to have used flint tools and to have subsisted mainly by hunting bison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fomalhaut",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Piscis Austrinus| Distance: 24 light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fomalhaut",1,1,1 ], "years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,1 ], "(1957)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,1 ], "Grapes of Wrath (1940) and War and Peace (1956) and, as a director, Twelve Angry Men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,1 ], "Henry| born 1905, U|S| film actor and director: films as an actor include The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,2 ], "Barbarella (1968), an extravaganza of sexual fantasy, and subsequent more serious roles in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,2 ], "Klute (1971) and Julia (1977)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,2 ], "his daughter Jane| born 1937, U|S| film actress, noted for her role in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,3 ], "(1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fonda",1,1,3 ], "his son Peter| born 1939, U|S| film actor, who made his name in Easy Rider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fonseca",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific Ocean in W Central America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fontainebleau",1,1,1 ], "Francis I (16th century)| Pop|: 19,595 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fontainebleau",1,1,1 ], "a museum), one of the largest royal residences in France, built largely by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fontainebleau",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France, in the Forest of Fontainebleau: famous for its palace (now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fonteyn",1,1,1 ], "Dame Margot| original name Margaret Hookham| born 1919, English classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fonteyn",1,1,1 ], "ballerina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foochow",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE China, capital of Fukien province, on the Min Chiang: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foochow",1,1,1 ], "original five treaty ports (1842)| Pop|: 680,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foot",1,1,1 ], "House of Commons (since 1976)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Foot",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, British Labour politician| A leader of the left-wing Tribune group," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foot",1,1,1 ], "he has served as secretary of state for employment (1974-76) and leader of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forbes",1,1,1 ], "1869-1947, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of New Zealand (1930-35)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forbidden City",1,1,1 ], "Lhasa, Tibet: once famed for its inaccessibility and hostility to strangers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forbidden City",1,1,2 ], "a walled section of Peking, China, enclosing the Imperial Palace and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forbidden City",1,1,2 ], "associated buildings of the former Chinese Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forces",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the armed services of a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,1 ], "End (1924-28)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,1 ], "Ford Madox , original name Ford Madox Hueffer| 1873-1939, English novelist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,1 ], "editor, and critic; works include The Good Soldier (1915), the war tetralogy Parade's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,2 ], "Gerald| born 1913, U|S| politician; 38th president of the U|S| (1974-77)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,3 ], "Henry| 1863-1947, U|S| car manufacturer, who pioneered mass production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,4 ], "John| 1586-1639, English dramatist; author of revenge tragedies such as 'Tis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,4 ], "Pity She's a Whore (1633)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,5 ], "(1939) and How the West was Won (1962)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ford",1,1,5 ], "John| 1895-1973, U|S| film director, esp| of Westerns such as Stagecoach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foreland",1,1,1 ], "either of two headlands (North Foreland and South Foreland) in SE England, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foreland",1,1,1 ], "the coast of Kent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forester" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Forester" ,1, 1, 2],"1899-1966, English novelist; creator of Captain Horatio Hornblower in a series",1). c_DEF([ "Forester" ,1, 1, 2],"of novels on the Napoleonic Wars",2). c_DEF([ "Forfar",1,1,1 ], "Scottish kings between the 11th and 14th centuries| Pop|: 10,349 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forfar",1,1,1 ], "a market town in E Scotland, in Tayside region: site of a castle, residence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forl",1,1,1 ], "Forum Livii" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forl",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Emilia-Romagna| Pop|: 108,888 (1975 est|)| Ancient name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Form",1,1,1 ], "a Platonic idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Formica",1,1,1 ], "any of various laminated plastic sheets, containing melamine, used esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Formica",1,1,1 ], "heat-resistant surfaces that can be easily cleaned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Formosa Strait",1,1,1 ], "South China Seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Formosa Strait",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Pacific between Taiwan and mainland China, linking the East and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Formosa",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Taiwan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fornax",1,3,1 ], "a faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Cetus and Phoenix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forrest",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Forrest| 1847-1918, Australian statesman and explorer; first prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forrest",1,1,1 ], "minister of Western Australia (1890-1901)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forster" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Forster" ,1, 1, 2],"(1924), in all of which he stresses the need for sincerity and sensitivity in human",3). c_DEF([ "Forster" ,1, 1, 2],"1879-1970, English novelist, short-story writer, and essayist|His best-known",1). c_DEF([ "Forster" ,1, 1, 2],"novels are A Room with a View (1908), Howard's End (1910), and A Passage to India",2). c_DEF([ "Forster" ,1, 1, 2],"relationships and criticizes English middle-class values",4). c_DEF([ "Fort Knox",1,1,1 ], "Depository| Pop|: 37,608 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Knox",1,1,1 ], "a military reservation in N Kentucky: site of the U|S| Gold Bullion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Lamy",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1973) of Ndjamena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Lauderdale",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Florida, on the Atlantic| Pop|: 155,605 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Sumter",1,1,1 ], "Confederate forces (1861) was the first action of the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Sumter",1,1,1 ], "a fort in SE South Carolina, guarding Charleston Harbour| Its capture by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Wayne",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Indiana| Pop|: 185,488 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fort William",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Scotland, in the Highland region at the head of Loch Linnhe:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fort William",1,1,1 ], "tourist centre; the fort itself, built in 1655 and renamed after William III in 1690," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fort William",1,1,1 ], "was demolished in 1866| Pop|: 4195 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Worth",1,1,1 ], "River| Pop|: 359,542 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fort Worth",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Texas, at the junction of the Clear and West forks of the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fort-de-France",1,1,1 ], "French Antilles| Pop|: 99,051 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fort-de-France",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Martinique, a port on the W coast: commercial centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fortaleza",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Brazil, capital of Ceara state| Pop|: 520,175 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forth",1,1,1 ], "Firth of| an inlet of the North Sea in SE Scotland: spanned by a cantilever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forth",1,1,1 ], "railway bridge 1600 m (almost exactly 1 mile) long (1889), and by a road bridge (1964)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forth",1,1,2 ], "a river in S Scotland, flowing generally east to the Firth of Forth| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forth",1,1,2 ], "about 104 km (65 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fortuna",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of fortune and good luck| Greek counterpart: Tyche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forty-Five",1,1,1 ], "British history| another name for the Jacobite Rebellion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Forum",1,1,1 ], "Palatine Hills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Forum",1,1,1 ], "the main forum of ancient Rome, situated between the Capitoline and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fosbury flop",1,1,1 ], "a modern high-jumping technique whereby the jumper clears the bar headfirst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fosbury flop",1,1,1 ], "and backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fosse Way",1,1,1 ], "a Roman road in Britain between Lincoln and Exeter, with a fosse on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foster",1,1,1 ], "1826-64, U|S| composer of songs such as The Old Folks at Home and Oh Susanna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fotheringhay",1,1,1 ], "a village in E England, in NE Northamptonshire: ruined castle, scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fotheringhay",1,1,1 ], "imprisonment and execution of Mary Queen of Scots (1587)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foucault current",1,1,1 ], "another name for eddy current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foucault",1,1,1 ], "1819-68, French physicist| He determined the velocity of light and proved that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foucault",1,1,1 ], "gyroscope (1852)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Foucault",1,1,1 ], "light travels more slowly in water than in air (1850)|He demonstrated by means of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foucault",1,1,1 ], "pendulum named after him the rotation of the earth on its axis (1851) and invented the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Foucquet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Nicolas)Fouquet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foulness",1,1,1 ], "a flat marshy island in SE England, in Essex north of the Thames estuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fouqu",1,1,1 ], "Baron de la Motte| 1777-1843, German romantic writer author of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fouquet",1,1,1 ], "Jean| 1420-80, French painter and miniaturist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fouquet",1,1,2 ], "Nicolas Marquis de Belle-Isle| 1615-80, French statesman; superintendent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fouquet",1,1,2 ], "denounced by Colbert" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fouquet",1,1,2 ], "finance (1653-61) under Louis XIV| He was imprisoned for embezzlement, having been" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fouquier-Tinville",1,1,1 ], "1746-95, French revolutionary as public prosecutor (1793-94) during the Reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fouquier-Tinville",1,1,1 ], "of Terror, he sanctioned the guillotining of Desmoulins, Danton, and Robespierre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Four Hundred",1,1,1 ], "the most exclusive or affluent social clique in a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourdrinier",1,1,1 ], "a particular type of paper-making machine that forms the paper in a continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourdrinier",1,1,1 ], "web" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier analysis",1,1,1 ], "components, whose sum forms a Fourier series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier analysis",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of a periodic function into its simple sinusoidal or harmonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier series",1,1,1 ], "2x,,b2sin 2x,,|||, where a0, a1, b1, a2, b2 ||| are the Fourier coefficients| It is used," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier series",1,1,1 ], "an infinite trigonometric series of the form a0 + a1cos x,,b1sin x,,a2cos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier series",1,1,1 ], "esp| in mathematics and physics, to represent or approximate any single-valued" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier series",1,1,1 ], "periodic function by assigning suitable values to the coefficients" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier",1,1,1 ], "Charles (#sarl)| 1772-1837, French social reformer: propounded a system of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier",1,1,1 ], "cooperatives known as Fourierism, esp| in his work Le Nouveau Monde industriel (1829-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier",1,1,2 ], "Egyptologist, and administrator, noted particularly for his research on the theory of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier",1,1,2 ], "Jean Baptiste Joseph (#f?~a batist #fo!z$ef)| 1768-1830, French mathematician," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourier",1,1,2 ], "and the method of analysis named after him" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fourierism",1,1,1 ], "self-sufficient cooperatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fourierism",1,1,1 ], "the system of Charles Fourier under which society was to be organized into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourteen Points",1,1,1 ], "the principles expounded by President Wilson in 1918 as war aims of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourth International",1,1,1 ], "another name for any of the Trotskyist Internationals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourth Republic",1,1,1 ], "(1945-58)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fourth Republic",1,1,1 ], "the fourth period of republican government in France or the republic itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourth of July",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by the) a holiday in the United States, traditionally celebrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fourth of July",1,1,1 ], "with fireworks: the day of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fowey",1,1,1 ], "a resort and fishing village in SW England, in Cornwall, linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fowey",1,1,1 ], "administratively with St| Austell in 1968| Pop| (with St| Austell): 32,252 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fowler",1,1,1 ], "1858-1933, English lexicographer and grammarian; compiler of Modern English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fowler",1,1,1 ], "Usage (1926)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fowliang",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE China, in NE Kiangsi province east of Lake Poyang: famous for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fowliang",1,1,1 ], "porcelain industry, established in the sixth century| Pop|: 92,000 (1953 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fox Talbot",1,1,1 ], "1800-77, English physicist; a pioneer of photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",1,1,1 ], "Michigan along the Fox River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living west of Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,1 ], "Charles James| 1749-1806, English Whig statesman and orator| He opposed North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,1 ], "over taxation of the American colonies and Pitt over British intervention against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,1 ], "slave trade" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,1 ], "the French Revolution| He advocated parliamentary reform and the abolition of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,2 ], "Friends (Quakers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,2 ], "George| 1624-91, English religious leader; founder (1647) of the Society of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,3 ], "Sir William| 1812-93, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fox",2,1,3 ], "of New Zealand (1856; 1861-62; 1869-72; 1873)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foxe Basin",1,1,1 ], "Island" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Foxe Basin",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Atlantic in NE Canada, between Melville Peninsula and Baffin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foxe",1,1,1 ], "1516-87, English Protestant clergyman; author of History of the Acts and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Foxe",1,1,1 ], "Monuments of the Church (1563), popularly known as the Book of Martyrs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fr",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for francium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fra",1,1,1 ], "brother: a title given to an Italian monk or friar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fragonard",1,1,1 ], "1732-1806, French artist, noted for richly coloured paintings typifying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fragonard",1,1,1 ], "frivolity of 18th-century French court life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fraktur",1,1,1 ], "a style of typeface, formerly used in German typesetting for many printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fraktur",1,1,1 ], "works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "(1815-48), followed by the Second Republic (1848-52), the Second Empire (1852-70), the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "Catholic| Currency: franc| Capital: Paris| Pop|: 52,655,802 (1975)| Area: (including" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "Corsica) 551,600 sq| km (212,973 sq| miles)" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "Third Republic (1870-1940), and the Fourth and Fifth Republics (1946 and 1958); a" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W Europe, between the English Channel, the Mediterranean, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "and mountainous in the south and east| Language: French| Religion: mostly Roman" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "member of the Common Market| It is generally flat or undulating in the north and west" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "the Atlantic: the largest country wholly in Europe; became a republic in 1793 after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "France",1,1,1 ], "the French Revolution and an empire in 1804 under Napoleon; reverted to a monarchy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "France",2,1,1 ], "Pingouins (1908), and La Revolte des anges (1914): Nobel prize for literature 1921" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "France",2,1,1 ], "pen name of Anatole Francois Thibault| 1844-1924, French novelist, short-story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "France",2,1,1 ], "writer, and critic| His works include Le Crime de Sylvestre Bonnard (1881), L'Ile des" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franche-Comt",1,1,1 ], "a region of E France, covering the Jura and the low country east of the Saone:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franche-Comt",1,1,1 ], "part of the Kingdom of Burgundy (6th cent| a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Francis I",1,1,1 ], "1494-1547, king of France (1515-47)| His reign was dominated by his rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Francis I",1,1,1 ], "and learning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Francis I",1,1,1 ], "with Emperor Charles V for the control of Italy| He was a noted patron of the arts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Francis I",1,1,2 ], "title as emperor of Austria of Francis II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Francis II",1,1,1 ], "1768-1835, last Holy Roman Emperor (1792-1806) and, as Francis I, first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Francis II",1,1,1 ], "defeat by Napoleon at Austerlitz" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Francis II",1,1,1 ], "emperor of Austria (1804-35)| The Holy Roman Empire was dissolved (1806) following his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Francis of Assisi",1,1,1 ], "Franciscan order of friars| He is remembered for his humility and love for all creation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Francis of Assisi",1,1,1 ], "and, according to legend, he received the stigmata (1224)| Feast day: Oct| 4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Francis of Assisi",1,1,1 ], "original name Giovanni di Bernardone| 1181-1226, Italian monk; founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Francis of Sales",1,1,1 ], "1567-1622, French ecclesiastic and theologian; bishop of Geneva (1602-22) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Francis of Sales",1,1,1 ], "an opponent of Calvinism; author of Introduction to a Devout Life (1609) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Francis of Sales",1,1,1 ], "founder of the Order of the Visitation (1610)| Feast day: Jan| 29" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franciscan",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of several Christian religious orders of mendicant friars or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franciscan",1,1,1 ], "nuns tracing their origins back to Saint Francis of Assisi; a Grey Friar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,1 ], "Cesar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,2 ], "(se!za$:r)| 1822-90, French composer, organist, and teacher, born in Belgium|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,2 ], "His works, some of which make use of cyclic form, include a violin sonata, a string" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,2 ], "quartet, the Symphony in D Minor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,3 ], "(1888), and much organ music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,4 ], "(fr!nk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,5 ], "James| 1882-1964, U|S| physicist, born in Germany: shared Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,5 ], "effects of bombarding atoms with electrons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franck",1,1,5 ], "physics with Gustav Hertz (1925) for work on the quantum theory, particularly the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franco",1,1,1 ], "(1939-1975)| He was commander-in-chief of the Falangists in the Spanish Civil War (1936-39)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franco",1,1,1 ], "called el Caudillo| 1892-1975, Spanish general and statesman; head of state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franco",1,1,1 ], "defeating the republican government and establishing a dictatorship (1939)| He kept Spain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franco",1,1,1 ], "neutral in World War II" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Franco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating France or French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franco-Prussian War",1,1,1 ], "French Second Empire and the founding of the German empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franco-Prussian War",1,1,1 ], "the war of 1870-71 between France and Prussia culminating in the fall of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franconia",1,1,1 ], "a medieval duchy of Germany, inhabited by the Franks from the 7th century, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franconia",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in Bavaria, Hesse, and Baden-Wurttemberg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franconian",1,1,1 ], "Bavaria and Alsace to the mouth of the Rhine| Low Franconian developed into Dutch," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franconian",1,1,1 ], "a group of medieval Germanic dialects spoken by the Franks in an area from N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franconian",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Franconian",1,1,1 ], "while Upper Franconian contributed to High German, of which it remains a recognizable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franconian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Franconia, the Franks, or their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Francophile",1,1,1 ], "a person who admires France and the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Francophobe",1,1,1 ], "a person who hates or despises France or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franglais",1,1,1 ], "informal French containing a high proportion of words of English origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frank",1,1,1 ], "Charlemagne" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Frank",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of West Germanic peoples who spread from the east bank of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frank",1,1,1 ], "conquering most of Gaul and Germany| The Franks achieved their greatest power under" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frank",1,1,1 ], "the middle Rhine into the Roman Empire in the late 4th century a|d|, gradually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frank",2,1,1 ], "1929-45, Dutch Jewess, whose Diary (1947) recorded the experiences of her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frank",2,1,1 ], "family while in hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam (1942-44)| They were betrayed and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frank",2,1,1 ], "she died in a concentration camp" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frankenstein",1,1,1 ], "a person who creates something that brings about his ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankenstein",1,1,2 ], "a thing that destroys its creator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfort",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Kentucky: the state capital| Pop|: 21,356 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfort",1,1,2 ], "an English spelling of Frankfurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfurt",1,1,1 ], "(1368-1450)| Pop|: 65,072 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfurt",1,1,1 ], "(1815-66); university (1914); trade fairs since the 13th century| Pop|: 663,422 (1974" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfurt",1,1,1 ], "a city in E East Germany on the Polish border: member of the Hanseatic League" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfurt",1,1,1 ], "a city in central West Germany, in Hesse on the Main River: a Roman settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfurt",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfurt",1,1,1 ], "in the 1st century; a free imperial city (1372-1806); seat of the federal assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frankfurter",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of Frankfurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankish",1,1,1 ], "contributed to the vocabulary of modern French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frankish",1,1,1 ], "the ancient West Germanic language of the Franks, esp| the dialect that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frankish",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Franks or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 1,422,565 sq| km (549,253 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",1,1,1 ], "an administrative district of the Northwest Territories of Canada: consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",1,1,1 ], "mostly of Arctic islands; extends to the North Pole| Pop|: (mainly Eskimo) 7747" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,1 ], "(1977)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,1 ], "Aretha | born 1942, U|S| soul singer, whose recordings include I never loved a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,1 ], "Man the Way I loved you (1966), Respect (1968), Think (1969), and Sweet Passion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,2 ], "Benjamin| 1706-90, American statesman, scientist, and author| He helped draw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,2 ], "he negotiated an alliance with France and a peace settlement with Britain| As a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,2 ], "of the lightning conductor" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,2 ], "scientist, he is noted particularly for his researches in electricity, esp| his invention" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,2 ], "up the Declaration of Independence (1776) and, as ambassador to France (1776-85)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franklin",2,1,3 ], "Sir John| 1786-1847, English explorer of the Arctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franz Ferdinand",1,1,1 ], "English name Francis Ferdinand| 1863-1914, archduke of Austria; heir apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franz Ferdinand",1,1,1 ], "of Franz Josef I| His assassination contributed to the outbreak of World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franz Josef I",1,1,1 ], "English name Francis Joseph I| 1830-1916, emperor of Austria (1848-1916) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franz Josef I",1,1,1 ], "king of Hungary (1867-1916)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Franz Josef Land",1,1,1 ], "Zemlya Frantsa Iosifa (zji!mlja !frants@@ !j@$sif@@)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Franz Josef Land",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago of over 100 islands in the Arctic Ocean, administratively part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Franz Josef Land",1,1,1 ], "of the Soviet Union| Area: about 21,000 sq| km (8000 sq| miles)| Russian name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fraser",1,1,1 ], "Georgia| Length: 1370 km (850 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fraser",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Canada, in S central British Columbia, flowing northwest, south," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fraser",1,1,1 ], "and west through spectacular canyons in the Coast Mountains to the Strait of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fraser",2,1,1 ], "1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fraser",2,1,1 ], "Malcolm| born 1930, Australian statesman; prime minister of Australia since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fraser",2,1,2 ], "(1940-49)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fraser",2,1,2 ], "Peter| 1884-1950, New Zealand statesman, born in Scotland; prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frau",1,1,1 ], "a married German woman: usually used as a title equivalent to Mrs| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frau",1,1,1 ], "sometimes extended to older unmarried women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frauenfeld",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Switzerland, capital of Thurgau canton| Pop|: 17,576 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fraunhofer lines",1,1,1 ], "It is caused by the absorption of light of certain wavelengths coming from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fraunhofer lines",1,1,1 ], "a set of dark lines appearing in the continuous emission spectrum of the sun|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fraunhofer lines",1,1,1 ], "hotter region of the sun by elements in the cooler outer atmosphere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fraunhofer",1,1,1 ], "1787-1826, German physicist and optician, who investigated spectra of the sun," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fraunhofer",1,1,1 ], "planets, and fixed stars, and improved telescopes and other optical instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frazer",1,1,1 ], "Sir James George| 1854-1941, Scottish anthropologist; author of many works on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frazer",1,1,1 ], "primitive religion, and magic, esp| The Golden Bough (1890)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frazier",1,1,1 ], "born 1944, U|S| boxer: won the world heavyweight title in 1970 and was the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frazier",1,1,1 ], "first to beat Muhammad Ali professionally (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fredericia",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fredericia",1,1,1 ], "a port in Denmark, in E Jutland at the N end of the Little Belt| Pop|: 33,364" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick Barbarossa",1,1,1 ], "Germany (1152-90)| His attempt to assert imperial rights in Italy ended in his defeat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick Barbarossa",1,1,1 ], "at Legnano (1176) and the independence of the Lombard cities (1183)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick Barbarossa",1,1,1 ], "official title Frederick I| 1123-90, Holy Roman Emperor (1155-90), king of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick I",1,1,1 ], "1657-1713, first king of Prussia (1701-13); son of Frederick William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick II",1,1,1 ], "1194-1250, Holy Roman Emperor (1220-50), king of Germany (1212-50), and king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick II",1,1,1 ], "of Sicily (1198-1250)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick III",1,1,1 ], "Luther in Wartburg Castle after the Diet of Worms (1521)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick III",1,1,1 ], "called the Wise| 1463-1525, elector of Saxony (1486-1525)| He protected Martin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick IX",1,1,1 ], "1899-1972, king of Denmark (1947-72)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick William I",1,1,1 ], "1688-1740, king of Prussia (1713-40); son of Frederick I: reformed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick William I",1,1,1 ], "Prussian army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick William III",1,1,1 ], "1770-1840, king of Prussia (1797-1840)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick William IV",1,1,1 ], "1795-1861, king of Prussia (1840-61)| He submitted to the 1848 Revolution but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick William IV",1,1,1 ], "became insane and his brother, William I, became regent (1858-61)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick William IV",1,1,1 ], "refused the imperial crown offered by the Frankfurt Parliament (1849)| In 1857 he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick William",1,1,1 ], "called the Great Elector| 1620-88, elector of Brandenburg (1640-88)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick the Great",1,1,1 ], "Frederick William I| He gained Silesia during the War of Austrian Succession (1740-48)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick the Great",1,1,1 ], "and his military genius during the Seven Years' War (1756-63) established Prussia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick the Great",1,1,1 ], "as a European power| He was also a noted patron of the arts" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Frederick the Great",1,1,1 ], "official title Frederick II| 1712-86, king of Prussia (1740-86); son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fredericton",1,1,1 ], "24,254 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fredericton",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Canada, capital of New Brunswick, on the St| John River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frederiksberg",1,1,1 ], "King Frederick III| Pop|: 101,899 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frederiksberg",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Denmark, within the area of greater Copenhagen: founded in 1651 by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fredrikstad",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Norway at the entrance to Oslo Fjord| Pop|: 30,009 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Free Church",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Free Church",1,1,1 ], "any Protestant Church, esp| the Presbyterian, other than the Established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Free Soil Party",1,1,1 ], "a former U|S| political party opposing slavery from 1848 until 1854 when it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Free Soil Party",1,1,1 ], "merged with the Republican party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Free State",1,1,1 ], "(before the Civil War)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Free State",1,1,2 ], "any state prohibiting slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Free State",1,1,3 ], "short for the Irish Free State" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Free World",1,1,1 ], "anti-Communist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Free World",1,1,1 ], "the non-Communist countries collectively, esp| those that are actively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freedomites",1,1,1 ], "another name for Sons of Freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freemason",1,1,1 ], "a member of the widespread secret order, founded in London in 1717, of Free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freemason",1,1,1 ], "and Accepted Masons, pledged to brotherliness and mutual aid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Freemasonry",1,1,1 ], "the institutions, rites, practices, etc|, of Freemasons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freemasonry",1,1,2 ], "Freemasons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freetown",1,1,1 ], "and destitute in England| Pop|: 178,600 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Freetown",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Sierra Leone: founded in 1787 for slaves freed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frei",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, Chilean Christian-Democrat statesman president (1964-70)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freiburg",1,1,1 ], "(1368-1805); university (1457)| Pop|: 174,997 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Freiburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in SW Baden-Wurttemberg: under Austrian rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freiburg",1,1,2 ], "the German name for Fribourg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fremantle",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Western Australia, on the Indian Ocean| Pop|: 25,990 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Academy",1,1,1 ], "Richelieu in 1635, devoted chiefly to preserving the purity of the French language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Academy",1,1,1 ], "an association of 40 French scholars and writers, founded by Cardinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Cameroons",1,1,1 ], "the part of Cameroon formerly administered by France (1919-60)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Canada",1,1,1 ], "predominate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Canada",1,1,1 ], "the areas of Canada, esp| in the province of Quebec, where French Canadians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Community",1,1,1 ], "French colonies: founded in 1958 as a successor to the French Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Community",1,1,1 ], "an international association consisting of France and a number of former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Equatorial Africa",1,1,1 ], "Ubangi-Shari (1910-58)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Equatorial Africa",1,1,1 ], "the former French overseas territories of Chad, Gabon, Middle Congo, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Foreign Legion",1,1,1 ], "North African colonies| It is largely recruited from foreigners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Foreign Legion",1,1,1 ], "a unit of the French Army serving outside France, esp| formerly in French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Guiana",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 91,000 sq| km (23,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "French Guiana",1,1,1 ], "a French overseas region in NE South America, on the Atlantic: colonized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Guiana",1,1,1 ], "the French in about 1637; tropical forests| Capital: Cayenne| Pop|: 52,000 (1975)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Guinea",1,1,1 ], "a former French territory of French West Africa: became independent as Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Guinea",1,1,1 ], "in 1958" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French India",1,1,1 ], "Pondicherry: restored to India between 1949 and 1954" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French India",1,1,1 ], "a former French overseas territory in India, including Chandernagore and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Indochina",1,1,1 ], "1954: included Cochin China, Annam, and Tonkin (now largely Vietnam), Cambodia, Laos," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Indochina",1,1,1 ], "and Kuang-Chou Wan (returned to China in 1945, now Chan Chiang)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "French Indochina",1,1,1 ], "the territories of SE Asia that were colonized by France and held mostly until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Morocco",1,1,1 ], "a former French protectorate in NW Africa, united in 1956 with Spanish Morocco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Morocco",1,1,1 ], "and Tangier to form the kingdom of Morocco" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French North Africa",1,1,1 ], "the former French possessions of Algeria, French Morocco, and Tunisia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Oceania",1,1,1 ], "a former name of French Polynesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Polynesia",1,1,1 ], "(1500 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1958): French Oceania" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "French Polynesia",1,1,1 ], "Islands, the Tuamotu group, the Gambier group, the Tubuai Islands, and the Marquesas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Polynesia",1,1,1 ], "Islands| Capital: Papeete, on Tahiti| Pop|: 113,279 (1971)| Area: about 4000 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "French Polynesia",1,1,1 ], "a French Overseas Territory in the S Pacific Ocean, including the Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Revolution",1,1,1 ], "the anticlerical and republican revolution in France from 1789 until 1799," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Revolution",1,1,1 ], "when Napoleon seized power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Revolutionary calendar",1,1,1 ], "the full name for the Revolutionary calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Somaliland",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1967) of Djibouti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Sudan",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1898-1959) of Mali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Togoland",1,1,1 ], "(1946-60), now the independent republic of Togo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Togoland",1,1,1 ], "a former United Nations Trust Territory in W Africa, administered by France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French Union",1,1,1 ], "Community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French Union",1,1,1 ], "a union of France with its dependencies (1946-58): replaced by the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French West Africa",1,1,1 ], "Senegal, Mauritania, French Sudan, Upper Volta, Niger, French Guinea, the Ivory Coast," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French West Africa",1,1,1 ], "a former group (1895-1960) of French Overseas Territories: consisted of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French West Africa",1,1,1 ], "and Dahomey" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "French West Indies",1,1,1 ], "632,754 (1967)| Area: 2792 sq| km (1077 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French West Indies",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the Lesser Antilles, administered by France| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French and Indian War",1,1,1 ], "Indian tribes, that formed part of the North American Seven Years' War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French and Indian War",1,1,1 ], "the war (1755-60) between the French and British, each aided by different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French bean",1,1,1 ], "a small twining bushy or annual bean plant, Phaseolus vulgaris, with white or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French bean",1,1,1 ], "lilac flowers and slender green edible pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French bean",1,1,2 ], "the pod of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French bread",1,1,1 ], "crisp brown crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French bread",1,1,1 ], "white bread in a long slender loaf that is made from a water dough and has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French bulldog",1,1,1 ], "a small stocky breed of dog with a sleek coat and a large square head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French chalk",1,1,1 ], "a compact variety of talc used to mark cloth or remove grease stains from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French chalk",1,1,1 ], "materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French cricket",1,1,1 ], "a child's game resembling cricket, in which the batsman's legs are used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French cricket",1,1,1 ], "the wicket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French cuff",1,1,1 ], "a double cuff formed by a backward fold of the material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French curve",1,1,1 ], "a thin plastic sheet with profiles of several curves, used by draughtsmen for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French curve",1,1,1 ], "drawing curves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French doors",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for French windows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French dressing",1,1,1 ], "a salad dressing made from oil and vinegar with seasonings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French fried potatoes",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for chips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French heel",1,1,1 ], "a fairly high and narrow-waisted heel on women's shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French horn",1,1,1 ], "a valved brass instrument with a funnel-shaped mouthpiece and a tube of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French horn",1,1,1 ], "conical bore coiled into a spiral| It is a transposing instrument in F| Range: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French horn",1,1,1 ], "staff" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "French horn",1,1,1 ], "three and a half octaves upwards from B on the second leger line below the bass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "French kiss",1,1,1 ], "a kiss involving insertion of the tongue into the partner's mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French knickers",1,1,1 ], "women's wide-legged underpants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French knot",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental stitch made by looping the thread three or four times around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French knot",1,1,1 ], "needle before putting it into the fabric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French leave",1,1,1 ], "an unauthorized or unannounced absence or departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French letter",1,1,1 ], "a slang term for condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French lilac",1,1,1 ], "another name for goat's-rue ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French mustard",1,1,1 ], "a mild mustard paste made with vinegar rather than water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French navy",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark dull navy blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French navy",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French pastry",1,1,1 ], "a rich pastry made esp| from puff pastry and filled with cream, fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French pleat",1,1,1 ], "a woman's hair style with the hair gathered at the back into a cylindrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French pleat",1,1,1 ], "roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French polish",1,1,1 ], "a varnish for wood consisting of shellac dissolved in alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French polish",1,1,2 ], "the gloss finish produced by repeated applications of this polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French seam",1,1,1 ], "a seam in which the edges are not visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French sixth",1,1,1 ], "(in musical harmony) an augmented sixth chord having a major third and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French sixth",1,1,1 ], "augmented fourth between the root and the augmented sixth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French stick",1,1,1 ], "a long straight notched stick loaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French toast",1,1,1 ], "toast cooked on one side only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French toast",1,1,2 ], "bread dipped in beaten egg and lightly fried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French vermouth",1,1,1 ], "a dry aromatic white wine",1 ). c_DEF([ "French windows",1,1,1 ], "a pair of casement windows extending to floor level and opening onto a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French windows",1,1,1 ], "balcony, garden, etc| U|S| name: French doors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,1,1 ], "70 million people; also used for diplomacy| Historically, French is an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,1,1 ], "Belgium, Canada, and certain other countries| It is the native language of approximately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European language belonging to the Romance group" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,1,1 ], "the official language of France: also an official language of Switzerland," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,1,2 ], "(preceded by the; functioning as pl|) the natives, citizens, or inhabitants of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,1,2 ], "France collectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,2,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French",1,2,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of France, the French, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French",2,1,1 ], "(1914-15); Lord Lieutenant of Ireland (1918-21)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "French",2,1,1 ], "Sir John Denton Pinkstone, 1st Earl of Ypres| 1852-1925, British field marshal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "French",2,1,1 ], "in World War I: commanded the British Expeditionary Force in France and Belgium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "French-polish",1,1,1 ], "to treat with French polish or give a French polish (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frenchify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become French in appearance, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frenchman",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frenchy",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or resembling the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frenchy",1,2,1 ], "an informal word for Frenchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freon",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of chemically unreactive gaseous or liquid derivatives of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freon",1,1,1 ], "as aerosol propellants, refrigerants, and solvents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Freon",1,1,1 ], "methane in which hydrogen atoms have been replaced by chlorine and fluorine atoms: used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frescobaldi",1,1,1 ], "1583-1643, Italian organist and composer, noted esp| for his organ and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frescobaldi",1,1,1 ], "harpsichord music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fresnel lens",1,1,1 ], "a lens consisting of a number of smaller lenses arranged to give a flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fresnel lens",1,1,1 ], "surface of short focal length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fresnel",1,1,1 ], "1788-1827, French physicist: worked on the interference of light, contributing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fresnel",1,1,1 ], "to the wave theory of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fresno",1,1,1 ], "a city in central California, in the San Joaquin Valley| Pop|: 174,882 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fresno",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Freud" ,1, 1, 1],"1856-1939, Austrian psychiatrist originator of psychoanalysis, based on free",1). c_DEF([ "Freud" ,1, 1, 1],"association of ideas and analysis of dreams|He stressed the importance of infantile",2). c_DEF([ "Freud" ,1, 1, 1],"include",4). c_DEF([ "Freud" ,1, 1, 1],"sexuality in later development, evolving the concept of the Oedipus complex|His works",3). c_DEF([ "Freud" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Ego and the Id (1923)",1). c_DEF([ "Freudian slip",1,1,1 ], "any action, such as a slip of the tongue, that may reveal an unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freudian slip",1,1,1 ], "thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Freudian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freudian",1,2,1 ], "a person who follows or believes in the basic ideas of Sigmund Freud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frey",1,1,1 ], "the god of earth's fertility and dispenser of prosperity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freya",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of love and fecundity, sister of Frey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Freytag" ,1, 1, 1],"1816-95, German novelist and dramatist author of the comedy",1). c_DEF([ "Freytag" ,1, 1, 2],"and Soll und Haben (1855), a novel about German commercial life",1). c_DEF([ "Friar Minor",1,1,1 ], "Order of Friars Minor Conventual" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Friar Minor",1,1,1 ], "St| Francis of Assisi came to be divided, namely the Order of Friars Minor and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Friar Minor",1,1,1 ], "a member of either of two of the three orders into which the order founded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friar Tuck",1,1,1 ], "a jolly friar who joined Robin Hood's band and aided their exploits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fribourg",1,1,1 ], "a canton in W Switzerland| Capital: Fribourg| Pop|: 180,309 (1970)| Area: 1676" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fribourg",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (645 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fribourg",1,1,2 ], "39,695 (1970)|German name: Freiburg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fribourg",1,1,2 ], "a town in W Switzerland, capital of Fribourg canton: university (1889)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friday",1,1,1 ], "the sixth day of the week; fifth day of the working week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friedrich",1,1,1 ], "1774-1840, German romantic landscape painter, noted for his skill in rendering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friedrich",1,1,1 ], "changing effects of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Friend",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Society of Friends; Quaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friendly Islands",1,1,1 ], "another name for Tonga'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friesian",1,1,1 ], "any of several breeds of black-and-white dairy cattle having a high milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friesian",1,1,1 ], "yield| Usual U|S| name: Holstein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Friesian",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Frisian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friesland",1,1,1 ], "a province of the N Netherlands, on the IJsselmeer and the North Sea: includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friesland",1,1,1 ], "four of the West Frisian Islands; flat, with sand dunes and fens (under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Friesland",1,1,1 ], "reclamation), canals, and lakes| Capital: Leeuwarden| Pop|: 539,200 (1973 est|)| Area: 3319" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Friesland",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1294 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Frigg",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Odin; goddess of the heavens and married love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frigid Zone",1,1,1 ], "are very oblique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frigid Zone",1,1,1 ], "the cold region inside the Arctic or Antarctic Circle where the sun's rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frimaire",1,1,1 ], "extending from Nov| 22 to Dec| 21" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frimaire",1,1,1 ], "the frosty month: the third month of the French Revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frisbee",1,1,1 ], "a light plastic disc, usually 20-25 centimetres in diameter, thrown with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frisbee",1,1,1 ], "spinning motion for recreation or in competition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frisch" ,1, 1, 1],"(1961), and the novel Stiller (1954)",3). c_DEF([ "Frisch" ,1, 1, 1],"(maks)| born 1911, Swiss dramatist and novelist|His works are predominantly",1). c_DEF([ "Frisch" ,1, 1, 1],"satirical and include the plays Biedermann und die Brandstifter (1953) and Andorra",2). c_DEF([ "Frisch" ,1, 1, 2],"Otto",1). c_DEF([ "Frisch" ,1, 1, 3],"born 1904, British nuclear physicist, born in Austria",1). c_DEF([ "Frisches Haff",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Vistula ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frisco",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for San Francisco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frisian Islands",1,1,1 ], "Germany, and Denmark: separated from the mainland by shallows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frisian Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of islands in the North Sea along the coasts of the Netherlands, West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frisian",1,1,1 ], "English language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frisian",1,1,1 ], "West Germanic branch of the Indo-European family: the nearest relative of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frisian",1,1,1 ], "a language spoken in the NW Netherlands and adjacent islands, belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frisian",1,1,2 ], "a speaker of this language; a native or inhabitant of Friesland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frisian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this language or its speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fris|",1,1,1 ], "Frisian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friuli",1,1,1 ], "Friuli in 1919; in 1947 Eastern Friuli (except Gorizia) was ceded to Yugoslavia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Friuli",1,1,1 ], "Venice: the W part (Venetian Friuli) was ceded by Austria to Italy in 1866 and Eastern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Friuli",1,1,1 ], "a historic region of SW Europe, between the Carnic Alps and the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friuli-Venezia Giulia",1,1,1 ], "Friuli| Capital: Trieste| Pop|: 1,209,810 (1971)| Area: 7851 sq| km (3031 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Friuli-Venezia Giulia",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE Italy, formed in 1947 from Venetian Friuli and part of Eastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friulian",1,1,1 ], "the Rhaetian dialect spoken in parts of Friuli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friulian",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of Friuli or a speaker of Friulian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Friulian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Friuli, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fri|",1,1,1 ], "Friday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frlein" ,1, 1, 1],"1leins|",1). c_DEF([ "Frlein" ,1, 1, 2],"an unmarried German woman: often used as a title equivalent to Miss",1). c_DEF([ "Frl|",1,1,1 ], "Fraulein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frobisher Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic in NE Canada, in the SE coast of Baffin Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frobisher",1,1,1 ], "Baffin Island" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Frobisher",1,1,1 ], "Sir Martin| 1535-94, English navigator and explorer: made three unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frobisher",1,1,1 ], "voyages in search of the Northwest Passage (1576; 1577; 1578), visiting Labrador and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Froebel",1,1,1 ], "1782-1852, German educator: founded the first kindergarten (1840)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frog",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word for a French person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Froissart",1,1,1 ], "1333-1400, French chronicler and poet, noted for his Chronique, a vivid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Froissart",1,1,1 ], "history of Europe from 1325 to 1400" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frome",1,1,1 ], "Length: 100 km (60 miles)| Width: 48 km (30 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frome",1,1,1 ], "a shallow salt lake in NE South Australia: intermittently filled with water|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fromm" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1900, U|S| psychoanalyst and sociologist born in Germany| His works",1). c_DEF([ "Fromm" ,1, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "Fromm" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Sane Society (1955)",1). c_DEF([ "Fronde",1,1,1 ], "either of two rebellious movements against the ministry of Cardinal Mazarin in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fronde",1,1,1 ], "second by the princes (1650-53)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fronde",1,1,1 ], "the reign of Louis XIV, the first led by the parlement of Paris (1648-49) and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frondeur",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Fronde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frondeur",1,1,2 ], "any malcontent or troublemaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frontenac (et Palluau)" ,1, 1, 1],"1Comte de (k?~@$t d@@)| title of Louis de Buade",1). c_DEF([ "Frontenac (et Palluau)" ,1, 1, 2],"1620-98, governor of New France (1672-82; 1689-98",1). c_DEF([ "Frontenac (et Palluau)" ,1, 3, 1],"frowsier, frowsiest",1). c_DEF([ "Frontenac (et Palluau)" ,1, 3, 2],"untidy or unkempt in appearance; shabby",1). c_DEF([ "Frontenac (et Palluau)" ,1, 3, 3],"ill-smelling; frowsty",1). c_DEF([ "Frost",1,1,1 ], "1874-1963, U|S| poet, noted for his lyrical verse on country life in New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frost",1,1,1 ], "England| His books include A Boy's Will (1913), North of Boston (1914), and New" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frost",1,1,1 ], "Hampshire (1923)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Froude",1,1,1 ], "1818-94, English historian; author of a controversial biography (1882-84) of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Froude",1,1,1 ], "Carlyle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Frs|",1,1,1 ], "Frisian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fructidor",1,1,1 ], "extending from Aug| 19 to Sept| 22" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fructidor",1,1,1 ], "the month of fruit: the twelfth month of the French Revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frunze",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Kirghiz SSR| Pop|: 486,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Frunze",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Former name (until 1926): Pishpek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fry",1,1,1 ], "(1950)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fry",1,1,1 ], "Christopher| born 1907, English dramatist; author of the verse dramas A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fry",1,1,1 ], "Phoenix Too Frequent (1946), The Lady's Not For Burning (1948) and Venus Observed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fry",1,1,2 ], "Elizabeth| 1780-1845, English prison reformer and Quaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fry",1,1,3 ], "Cezanne (1927)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fry",1,1,3 ], "Roger Eliot| 1866-1934, English art critic and painter who helped to introduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fry",1,1,3 ], "the post-impressionists to Britain| His books include Vision and Design (1920) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fr|",1,1,1,1 ], "Father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fr|",1,1,1,2 ], "Frater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fr|",1,1,1,3 ], "Friar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fr|",1,1,2 ], "France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fr|",1,1,3 ], "French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fr|",1,1,4 ], "the German equivalent of Mrs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fu-chou",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Foochow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuad I",1,1,1 ], "(1922-36)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fuad I",1,1,1 ], "original name Ahmed Fuad Pasha| 1868-1936, sultan of Egypt (1917-22) and king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuchs",1,1,1 ], "Germany, became a British citizen (1942), and was imprisoned (1950-59) for giving secret" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fuchs",1,1,1 ], "Klaus Emil (kla$us !em$Il)| born 1911, East German physicist| He was born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuchs",1,1,1 ], "atomic research information to the Soviet Union" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fuchs",1,1,2 ], "Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition (1955-58)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fuchs",1,1,2 ], "Sir Vivian Ernest| born 1908, English explorer and geologist: led the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuegian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Tierra del Fuego or its indigenous Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuegian",1,2,1 ], "an Indian of Tierra del Fuego" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fugger",1,1,1 ], "Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fugger",1,1,1 ], "a German family of merchants and bankers, prominent in 15th- and 16th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuhrer" ,1, 1, 1],"Fueh_rer",1). c_DEF([ "Fuhrer" ,1, 1, 2],"a leader: applied esp| to Adolf Hitler (der Fuhrer) while he was Chancellor",1). c_DEF([ "Fuji",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcano in central Japan, in S central Honshu: the highest mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuji",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fuji",1,1,1 ], "in Japan, famous for its symmetrical snow-capped cone| Height: 3776 m (12,388" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fukien",1,1,1 ], "18,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 123,000 sq| km (47,970 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fukien",1,1,1 ], "River; noted for the production of flower-scented teas| Capital: Foochow| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fukien",1,1,1 ], "a province of SE China: mountainous and forested, drained chiefly by the Min" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fukien",1,1,2 ], "any of the Chinese dialects of this province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fukuda",1,1,1 ], "born 1905, Japanese statesman prime minister (1976-78)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fukuoka",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and port in SW Japan, in N Kyushu: an important port in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fukuoka",1,1,1 ], "ancient times; site of Kyushu university| Pop|: 1,000,000 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fukushima",1,1,1 ], "a city in Japan, in N central Honshu| Pop|: 243,083 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fula",1,1,1 ], "a member of a pastoral nomadic people of W and central Africa, living chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fula",1,1,1 ], "in the sub-Sahara region from Senegal to N Cameroon: a racial mixture of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fula",1,1,1 ], "light-skinned Berber peoples of the North and darker-skinned W Africans" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fula",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people; Fulani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fulani",1,1,1 ], "Niger-Congo family, widely used as a trade pidgin in W Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fulani",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Fula, belonging to the West Atlantic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fulani",1,1,2 ], "another name for Fula (the people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fulani",1,1,3 ], "a humped breed of cattle from W Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fulani",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Fula or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fulham",1,1,1 ], "Fulham Palace (16th century), residence of the Bishop of London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fulham",1,1,1 ], "a district of the Greater London borough of Hammersmith (since 1965): contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,1 ], "Buckminster| born 1895, U|S| architect and engineer: developed the geodesic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,1 ], "dome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,2 ], "(1968)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,2 ], "Roy| born 1912, English poet, whose collections of poetry include The Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,2 ], "War II, and Epitaphs and Occasions (1949), Brutus's Orchard (1957), and New Poems" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,2 ], "of a War (1942) and A Lost Season (1944), both of which are concerned with World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,3 ], "England (1662)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fuller",1,1,3 ], "Thomas| 1608-61, English clergyman and antiquarian; author of The Worthies of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fulton",1,1,1 ], "1765-1815, U|S| engineer and inventor: designed the first commercially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fulton",1,1,1 ], "successful steamboat (1807) and the first steam warship (1814)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Funchal",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 105,791 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Funchal",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of the Madeira Islands, on the S coast of Madeira|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fundy",1,1,1 ], "Scotia: remarkable for its swift tides of up to 21 m (70 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fundy",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic in SE Canada, between S New Brunswick and W Nova" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Funk",1,1,1 ], "1884-1967, U|S| biochemist, born in Poland: studied and named vitamins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fur Seal Islands",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Pribilof Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Furies",1,1,1 ], "the snake-haired goddesses of vengeance, usually three in number, who pursued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Furies",1,1,1 ], "unpunished criminals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Furness",1,1,1 ], "a region in NW England in Cumbria, forming a peninsula between the Irish Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Furness",1,1,1 ], "and Morecambe Bay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Furnivall",1,1,1 ], "1825-1910, English philologist: founder of the Early English Text Society and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Furnivall",1,1,1 ], "one of the founders of the Oxford English Dictionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Furtwler",1,1,1 ], "1886-1954, German conductor, noted for his interpretations of Wagner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fushih",1,1,1 ], "another name for Yenan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fushun",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in central Liaoning province near Shenyang: situated on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fushun",1,1,1 ], "in NE Asia| Pop|: 1,000,000 (1965 Western est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fushun",1,1,1 ], "one of the richest coalfields in the world; site of the largest thermal power plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fylde",1,1,1 ], "a region in NW England in Lancashire between the Wyre and Ribble estuaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fyn",1,1,1 ], "island of Sjalland| Pop|: 398,255 (1970)| Area: 3481 sq| km (1344 sq| miles)| German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fyn",1,1,1 ], "name: Funen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Fyn",1,1,1 ], "the second largest island of Denmark, between the Jutland peninsula and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Fyzabad",1,1,1 ], "102,835 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Fyzabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in E central Uttar Pradesh on the Gogra River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|A|M|",1,1,1 ], "Free and Accepted Masons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|A|S|",1,1,1 ], "free alongside ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|B|A|",1,1,1 ], "Fellow of the British Academy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|B|I|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Federal Bureau of Investigation; an agency of the Justice Department",1). c_DEF([ "F|B|I|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"responsible for investigating violations of Federal laws",2). c_DEF([ "F|C|A|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants",1). c_DEF([ "F|C|O|",1,1,1 ], "Foreign and Commonwealth Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|D|",1,1,1 ], "Fidei Defensor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|I|",1,1,1 ], "Falkland Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|I|D|E|",1,1,1 ], "Federation Internationale des Echecs: International Chess Federation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|M|",1,1,1 ], "Field Marshal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|O|",1,1,1 ], "Field Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|O|",1,1,2 ], "Flying Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|O|",1,1,3 ], "Foreign Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|P|",1,1,1 ], "freezing point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|P|",1,1,2 ], "fully paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|P|A|",1,1,1 ], "Family Planning Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|R|C|M|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Fellow of the Royal College of Music",1). c_DEF([ "F|R|C|O|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Fellow of the Royal College of Organists",1). c_DEF([ "F|R|C|P|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians",1). c_DEF([ "F|R|C|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons",1). c_DEF([ "F|R|G|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society",1). c_DEF([ "F|R|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Fellow of the Royal Society",1). c_DEF([ "F|S|A|",1,1,1 ], "Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|Z|S|",1,1,1 ], "Fellow of the Zoological Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "F|o|C|",1,1,1 ], "father of the chapel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G clef",1,1,1 ], "another name for treble clef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Gorizia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,1 ], "the first major Pleistocene glaciation of the Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,1,1 ], "a note having a frequency of 392 hertz (G above middle C) or this value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,1,1 ], "multiplied or divided by any power of 2; the fifth note of the scale of C major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,1,2 ], "a key, string, or pipe producing this note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,1,3 ], "the major or minor key having this note as its tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,2 ], "gravitational constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,3 ], "conductance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,4 ], "German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,5 ], "giga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,6 ], "good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G",1,1,7 ], "grand (a thousand dollars or pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G-man",1,1,1 ], "an FBI agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G-man",1,1,2 ], "a political detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G-string",1,1,1 ], "a piece of cloth worn by striptease artistes covering the pubic area only and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G-string",1,1,1 ], "attached to a very narrow waistband" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "G-string",1,1,2 ], "a strip of cloth attached to the front and back of a waistband and covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G-string",1,1,2 ], "the loins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "G-string",1,1,3 ], "a string tuned to G, such as the lowest string of a violin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G-suit",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting garment covering the legs and abdomen that is worn by the crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G-suit",1,1,1 ], "manoeuvres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "G-suit",1,1,1 ], "of high-speed aircraft and can be pressurized to prevent blackout during certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "GATT",1,1,1 ], "acronym for General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GB",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GBA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Alderney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GBG",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Guernsey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GBJ",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Jersey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GBM",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Isle of Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GBZ",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Gibraltar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GCA",1,1,1 ], "ground control approach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GCA",1,1,2 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GCA",1,1,3 ], "Guatemala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GCE(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"General Certificate of Education: either of two public examinations in",1). c_DEF([ "GCE(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"for entry into a university",3). c_DEF([ "GCE(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"specified subjects taken as school-leaving qualifications or as qualifying examinations",2). c_DEF([ "GCE(in Britain)" ,1, 2, 1],"any subject taken for one of these examinations, esp| for O level",1). c_DEF([ "GDR",1,1,1 ], "German Democratic Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GH",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Ghana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GI Joe",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| enlisted soldier; a GI" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GI",1,1,1 ], "a soldier in the U|S| Army, esp| an enlisted man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GI",1,2,1 ], "conforming to U|S| Army regulations; of standard government issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GMT",1,1,1 ], "Greenwich Mean Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GPI",1,1,1 ], "general paralysis of the insane (general paresis)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GQ",1,1,1 ], "general quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GT",1,1,1 ], "gran turismo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ga",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa living chiefly in S Ghana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ga",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for gallium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ga",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ga",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gab",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Tunisia| Pop|: 76,356 (1966)| Ancient name: Tacape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gab",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an inlet of the Mediterranean on the E coast of Tunisia| Ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gab",1,1,2 ], "name: Syrtis Minor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gabar" ,1, 1, 1],"Gheber, or Ghebren",1). c_DEF([ "Gabar" ,1, 1, 2],"Zoroastrianism",2). c_DEF([ "Gabar" ,1, 1, 2],"a member of an Iranian religious sect practising a modern version of",1). c_DEF([ "Gabar" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or characterizing the Gabar sect or its beliefs",1). c_DEF([ "Gaberones",1,1,1 ], "the former name for Gaborone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gable",1,1,1 ], "1901-60, U|S| film actor; his films include It Happened One Night (1934), Gone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gable",1,1,1 ], "with the Wind (1939), Mogambo (1953), Band of Angels (1957), and The Misfits (1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gabo",1,1,1 ], "born 1890, U|S| sculptor born in Russia: a leading constructivist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gabon",1,1,1 ], "(103,350 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Gabon",1,1,1 ], "1839; made part of the French Congo in 1888; became independent in 1960; almost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gabon",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W central Africa, on the Atlantic: settled by the French in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gabon",1,1,1 ], "franc| Capital: Libreville| Pop|: 530,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 267,675 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gabon",1,1,1 ], "wholly forested| Official language: French| Religion: Christian and animist| Currency:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gabor",1,1,1 ], "born 1900, British electrical engineer, born in Hungary| He invented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gabor",1,1,1 ], "holography: Nobel prize for physics 1971" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaborone",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Former name: Gaberones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaborone",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Botswana (since 1964), in the extreme southeast| Pop|: 17,718" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gabriel",1,1,1 ], "1:11-20, 26-38)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gabriel",1,1,1 ], "one of the archangels, the messenger of good news (Daniel 8:16-26; Luke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gabriel",2,1,1 ], "1698-1782, French architect: designed the Petit Trianon at Versailles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gad",1,2,1 ], "an archaic euphemism for God: used as or in an oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gad",2,1,1,1 ], "Jacob's sixth son, whose mother was Zilpah, Leah's maid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gad",2,1,1,2 ], "the Israelite tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gad",2,1,1,3 ], "southwards from the Sea of Galilee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gad",2,1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe, lying to the east of the Jordan and extending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gad",2,1,2 ], "a prophet and admonisher of David (I Samuel 22; II Samuel 24)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gadarene",1,1,1 ], "relating to or engaged in a headlong rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaddafi",1,1,1 ], "Command Council of Libya since 1969" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaddafi",1,1,1 ], "born 1942, Libyan army officer and statesman chairman of the Revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gadhelic",1,2,1 ], "another term for Gaelic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gadsden Purchase",1,1,1 ], "Arizona and New Mexico, bought by the U|S| from Mexico for 10 million dollars in 1853|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gadsden Purchase",1,1,1 ], "The purchase was negotiated by James Gadsden (1788-1858), U|S| diplomat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gadsden Purchase",1,1,1 ], "an area of about 30,000 square miles (77,000 square kilometres) in present-day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaekwar",1,1,1 ], "the title of the ruler of the former native state of Baroda in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gael",1,1,1 ], "Irishman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gael",1,1,1 ], "a person who speaks a Gaelic language, esp| a Highland Scot or a southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic coffee",1,1,1 ], "coffee with Irish whisky and cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic football",1,1,1 ], "a game played in Eire and parts of the U|S| with 15 men on each side and goals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic football",1,1,1 ], "and bounce the ball and attempt to get it over the bar or in the net" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic football",1,1,1 ], "resembling rugby posts with a net on the bottom part| Players are allowed to kick, punch," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the Isle of Man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic",1,1,1 ], "any of the closely related languages of the Celts in Ireland, Scotland, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic",1,2,1 ], "Isle of Man or their language or customs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaelic",1,2,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to the Celtic people of Ireland, Scotland, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaeltacht",1,1,1 ], "any of the regions in Ireland in which Irish is the vernacular speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gagarin",1,1,1 ], "1934-68, Soviet cosmonaut: made the first manned space flight (1961)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gagauzi",1,1,1 ], "Sea, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gagauzi",1,1,1 ], "a language spoken in the Soviet Union, chiefly on the NW coast of the Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gage",1,1,1 ], "1721-87, British general and governor in America; commander in chief of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gage",1,1,1 ], "British forces at Bunker Hill (1775)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Gaea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaikwar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Gaekwar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaillard Cut",1,1,1 ], "about 13 km (8 miles)| Former name: Culebra Cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaillard Cut",1,1,1 ], "the SE section of the Panama Canal, cut through Culebra Mountain| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gainsborough",1,1,1 ], "1727-88, English painter, noted particularly for his informal portraits and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaiseric",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Genseric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaitskell",1,1,1 ], "1906-63, English politician; leader of the Labour Party (1955-63)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaius",1,1,1 ], "110-180 a|d|, Roman jurist| His Institutes were later used as the basis for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaius",1,1,1 ], "those of Justinian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaius",1,1,2 ], "Gaius Caesar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gala",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in SE Rumania, on the River Danube| Pop|: 197,853 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galahad",1,1,1 ], "Sir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galahad",1,1,2 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the most virtuous knight of the Round Table, destined to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galahad",1,1,2 ], "regain the Holy Grail; son of Lancelot and Elaine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galahad",1,1,3 ], "a pure or noble man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galashiels",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Scotland, in the central Borders region| Pop|: 12,605 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galata",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Turkey, a suburb and the chief business section of Istanbul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galatea",1,1,1 ], "a statue of a maiden brought to life by Aphrodite in response to the prayers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galatea",1,1,1 ], "of the sculptor Pygmalion, who had fallen in love with his creation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galatia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region in central Asia Minor, conquered by Gauls 278-277 b|c|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galatia",1,1,1 ], "later a Roman province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galatians",1,1,1 ], "a book of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galatians",1,1,2 ], "(in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galaxy",1,1,1 ], "called: the Milky Way System" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galaxy",1,1,1 ], "contains the solar system about three fifths of the distance from its centre| Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galaxy",1,1,1 ], "the spiral galaxy, approximately 100,000 light years in diameter, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galba",1,1,1 ], "3 b|c|-69 a|d|, Roman emperor (68-69) after the assassination of Nero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galbraith",1,1,1 ], "and The New Industrial State (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galbraith",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, U|S| economist and diplomat; author of The Affluent Society (1958)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galen",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Claudius Galenus| 130-200 a|d|, Greek physician, anatomist, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galen",1,1,1 ], "Renaissance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galen",1,1,1 ], "physiologist| He codified existing medical knowledge and his authority continued until the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galenic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Galen or his teachings or methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galenism",1,1,1 ], "a system of medicine based on the 84 surviving technical treatises of Galen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galenism",1,1,1 ], "including the theory of the four bodily humours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galibi",1,1,1 ], "a member of an American Indian people of French Guiana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galibi",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Carib family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galicia",1,1,1 ], "(g@@!l$I#s$I@@, -!li#s@@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galicia",1,1,2 ], "Poland and the SW Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galicia",1,1,2 ], "a region of E central Europe on the N side of the Carpathians, now in SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galicia",1,1,3 ], "Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galicia",1,1,3 ], "a region and former kingdom of NW Spain, on the Bay of Biscay and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galician",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Galicia in E central Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galician",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Galicia in NW Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galician",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of either Galicia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galician",1,2,2 ], "dialect of Spanish, although historically it is more closely related to Portuguese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galician",1,2,2 ], "the Romance language or dialect of Spanish Galicia, sometimes regarded as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilean telescope",1,1,1 ], "a type of telescope with a convex objective lens and a concave eyepiece; it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilean telescope",1,1,1 ], "produces an erect image and is suitable for terrestrial use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galilean",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Galilee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilean",1,1,2 ], "a| the| an epithet of Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilean",1,1,2,2 ], "a Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilean",1,2,1 ], "of Galilee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilean",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to Galileo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilee",1,1,1 ], "Sea of| a lake in NE Israel, 209 m (696 ft|) below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galilee",1,1,1 ], "sea level, through which the River Jordan flows| Area: 165 sq| km (64 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galilee",1,1,2 ], "a northern region of Israel: scene of Christ's early ministry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galileo",1,1,1 ], "bodies of different weights descend at the same rate| He perfected the refracting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galileo",1,1,1 ], "full name Galileo Galilei| 1564-1642, Italian mathematician, astronomer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galileo",1,1,1 ], "physicist| He discovered the isochronism of the pendulum and demonstrated that falling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galileo",1,1,1 ], "system" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Galileo",1,1,1 ], "telescope, which led to his discovery of Jupiter's satellites, sunspots, and craters on" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Galileo",1,1,1 ], "the moon| He was forced by the Inquisition to recant his support of the Copernican" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Galla",1,1,1 ], "a member of a tall dark-skinned people inhabiting Somalia and SE Ethiopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galla",1,1,2 ], "Afro-Asiatic family of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galla",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Cushitic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galle",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Sri Lanka| Pop|: 73,000 (1971)| Former name: Point de Galle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallia",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name of Gaul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ancient Gaul or the Gauls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallican",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Gallicanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallican",1,2,1 ], "an upholder of Gallicanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallicanism",1,1,1 ], "a movement among French Roman Catholic clergy that favoured the restriction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallicanism",1,1,1 ], "papal control and greater autonomy for the French church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gallice",1,1,1 ], "in French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallicism",1,1,1 ], "a word or idiom borrowed from French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallicize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become French in attitude, language, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallinas Point",1,1,1 ], "Punta Gallinas " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gallinas Point",1,1,1 ], "a cape in NE Colombia: the northernmost point of South America| Spanish name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallipoli",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in NW Turkey, between the Dardanelles and the Gulf of Saros: scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallipoli",1,1,1 ], "of a costly but unsuccessful Allied campaign in World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gallipoli",1,1,2 ], "a port in NW Turkey, at the entrance to the Sea of Marmara: historically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallipoli",1,1,2 ], "important for its strategic position| Pop|: 14,600 (1970)| Turkish name: Gelibolu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gallo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting Gaul or France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallo-Romance" ,1, 1, 1],"spoken in France between about 600 a|d",2). c_DEF([ "Gallo-Romance" ,1, 1, 1],"the vernacular language or group of dialects, of which few records survive,",1). c_DEF([ "Gallo-Romance" ,1, 1, 2],"and 900 a|d|; the intermediate stage between Vulgar Latin and Old French",1). c_DEF([ "Gallo-Romance" ,1, 2, 1],"denoting or relating to this language or the period during which it was",1). c_DEF([ "Gallo-Romance" ,1, 2, 1],"spoken",2). c_DEF([ "Galloway",1,1,1 ], "an area of SW Scotland, on the Solway Firth: consists of the former counties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galloway",1,1,1 ], "of Kirkcudbright and Wigtown, now part of Dumfries and Galloway region; in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galloway",1,1,1 ], "promontory, at the south end of it (the southernmost point of Scotland)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Galloway",1,1,1 ], "west is a large peninsula, the Rhinns of Galloway, with the Mull of Galloway, a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galloway",1,1,2 ], "a breed of hardy black cattle originally bred in Galloway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallup Poll",1,1,1 ], "a means of forecasting voting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gallup Poll",1,1,1 ], "a sampling by the American Institute of Public Opinion or its British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gallup Poll",1,1,1 ], "counterpart of the views of a representative cross-section of the population, used esp| as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gallup",1,1,1 ], "Institute of Public Opinion (1935) and its British counterpart (1936)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gallup",1,1,1 ], "born 1901, U|S| statistician: devised the Gallup Poll; founded the American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galois theory",1,1,1 ], "the theory applying group theory to solving algebraic equations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galpagos Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)| Area: 7844 sq| km (3059 sq| miles)| Official Spanish name: Archipielago" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galpagos Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of 15 islands in the Pacific west of Ecuador, of which they form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galpagos Islands",1,1,1 ], "de Colon" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Galpagos Islands",1,1,1 ], "province: discovered (1535) by the Spanish; main settlement on San Cristobal| Pop|: 4000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galsworthy",1,1,1 ], "(1906-28): Nobel prize for literature 1932" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galsworthy",1,1,1 ], "1867-1933, English novelist and dramatist, noted for The Forsyte Saga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galton",1,1,1 ], "Darwin, noted for his researches in heredity, meteorology, and statistics| He founded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galton",1,1,1 ], "Sir Francis| 1822-1911, English explorer and scientist, a cousin of Charles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galton",1,1,1 ], "the study of eugenics and the theory of anticyclones" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galvani",1,1,1 ], "1737-98, Italian physiologist: observed that muscles contracted on contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galvani",1,1,1 ], "muscle control by nerves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galvani",1,1,1 ], "with dissimilar metals|This led to the galvanic cell and the electrical theory of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galveston plan",1,1,1 ], "another term for commission plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galway",1,1,1 ], "County town: Galway| Pop|: 149,223 (1971)| Area: 5939 sq| km (2293 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Galway",1,1,1 ], "a county of W Ireland, in S Connacht, on Galway Bay and the Atlantic: it has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galway",1,1,1 ], "deeply indented coastline and many offshore islands, including the Aran Islands|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galway",1,1,2 ], "a port in W Ireland, county town of Co| Galway, on Galway Bay: important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galway",1,1,2 ], "fisheries (esp| for salmon)| Pop|: 27,726 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Galway",2,1,1 ], "born 1939, Irish flautist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galwegian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Galloway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Galwegian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Galloway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gal|",1,1,1 ], "Galatians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gama",1,1,1 ], "1469-1524, Portuguese navigator, who discovered the sea route from Portugal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gama",1,1,1 ], "India around the Cape of Good Hope (1498)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gambetta",1,1,1 ], "(1871)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gambetta",1,1,1 ], "1838-82, French statesman prime minister (1881-82)|He organized resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gambetta",1,1,1 ], "during the Franco-Prussian War (1870-71) and was a founder of the Third Republic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gambia",1,1,1 ], "Muslim majority| Currency: dalasi| Capital: Banjul| Pop|: 493,197 (1973)| Area: 11,295" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Gambia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W Africa, entirely surrounded by Senegal except for an outlet to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gambia",1,1,1 ], "colony in 1843; gained independence within the Commonwealth in 1965; consists of a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gambia",1,1,1 ], "extending inland for about 480 km (300 miles)| Official language: English| Religion:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Gambia",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (4361 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Gambia",1,1,1 ], "strip of land about 16 km (10 miles) wide, on both banks of the Gambia River," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gambia",1,1,1 ], "the Atlantic: sold to English merchants by the Portuguese in 1588; became a British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gambier Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the S Pacific Ocean, in French Polynesia| Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gambier Islands",1,1,1 ], "settlement: Rikitea| Pop|: 1562 (1971)| Area: 30 sq| km (11 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gambrinus",1,1,1 ], "a legendary Flemish king who was said to have invented beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gamma",1,1,1 ], "the third brightest star in a constellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gance" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1889, French film director, whose works include",1). c_DEF([ "Gance" ,1, 1, 2],"and Napol''eon (1926), which introduced the split-screen technique|",1). c_DEF([ "Gand",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Ghent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ganda",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Buganda people of Uganda, whose kingdom was formerly the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ganda",1,1,1 ], "largest in E Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ganda",1,1,2 ], "the Luganda language of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi cap",1,1,1 ], "a cap made of white hand-woven cloth worn by some men in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,1 ], "Indian stateswoman; prime minister of India (1966-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,1 ], "Mrs| Indira ($In!d$I@@@, !$Ind@@@), daughter of Jawaharlal Nehru| born 1917," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,2 ], "Mohandas Karamchand , known as Mahatma Gandhi| 1869-1948, Indian political and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,2 ], "disobedience| He advocated passive resistance and hunger strikes as means of achieving" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,2 ], "home rule and was frequently imprisoned by the British for organizing acts of civil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,2 ], "reform, campaigned for the untouchables, and attempted to unite Muslims and Hindus| He" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,2 ], "spiritual leader and social reformer| He played a major part in India's struggle for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhi",1,1,2 ], "was assassinated by a Hindu extremist" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhiism",1,1,1 ], "resistance as means of achieving reform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gandhiism",1,1,1 ], "the political principles of M| K| Gandhi, esp| civil disobedience and passive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gandzha",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1813 and 1920-35) of Kirovabad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ganesa",1,1,1 ], "the Hindu god of prophecy, represented as having an elephant's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gang of Four",1,1,1 ], "a radical faction within the Chinese Communist Party that emerged as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gang of Four",1,1,1 ], "members were Chang Ch'un-ch'iao, Wong Hung-wen, Yao Wen-yan, and Chiang Ch'ing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gang of Four",1,1,1 ], "political force in the spring of 1976 and was suppressed in the following October| Its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ganga jal",1,1,1 ], "sacred water from the River Ganges in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ganges",1,1,1 ], "Length: 2507 km (1557 miles)| Hindi name: Ganga " ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ganges",1,1,1 ], "continues southeast into Bangladesh, where it enters the Bay of Bengal in a great delta;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ganges",1,1,1 ], "the Himalayas and flows southeast to Allahabad, where it is joined by the Jumna;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ganges",1,1,1 ], "the great river of N India and central Bangladesh: rises in two headstreams in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ganges",1,1,1 ], "the most sacred river to Hindus, with many places of pilgrimage, esp| Varanasi|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gangtok",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India: capital of Sikkim state| Pop|: 9000 (1968 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ganymede",1,1,1 ], "a beautiful Trojan youth who was abducted by Zeus to Olympus and made the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ganymede",1,1,1 ], "cupbearer of the gods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ganymede",2,1,1 ], "planet| Approximate diameter: 5000 km (3100 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ganymede",2,1,1 ], "the largest of the 13 satellites of Jupiter and the fourth nearest to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gao",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Mali, on the River Niger: a small river port| Pop|: 15,400 (1967" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gao",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Garamond",1,1,1 ], "a typeface, designed by Claude Garamond (??1480-1561), French typefounder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garand rifle",1,1,1 ], "another name for M-1 rifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garbo",1,1,1 ], "(1935), Camille (1936), and Ninotchka (1939)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Garbo",1,1,1 ], "Sweden: her films include Grand Hotel (1932), Queen Christina (1933), Anna Karenina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Garbo",1,1,1 ], "original name Greta Louisa Gustafsson| born 1905, U|S| film actress, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gard",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 506,607 (1975)| Area: 5881 sq| km (2294 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gard",1,1,1 ], "a department of S France, in Languedoc-Roussillon region| Capital: Nimes|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garda",1,1,1 ], "a lake in N Italy: the largest lake in the country| Area: 370 sq| km (143 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garda",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Garden of Eden",1,1,1 ], "the full name for Eden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gardiner",1,1,1 ], "1483-1555, English bishop and statesman; lord chancellor (1553-55)| He opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gardiner",1,1,1 ], "Protestantism, supporting the anti-Reformation policies of Mary I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Garfield",1,1,1 ], "1831-81, 20th president of the U|S| (1881); assassinated in office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gargantua",1,1,1 ], "a gigantic king noted for his great capacity for food and drink, in Rabelais'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gargantua",1,1,1 ], "satire Gargantua and Pantagruel (1534)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Garibaldi",1,1,1 ], "1807-82, Italian patriot a leader of the Risorgimento|He fought against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garibaldi",1,1,1 ], "Austrians and French in Italy (1848-49; 1859) and, with 1000 volunteers, conquered Sicily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Garibaldi",1,1,1 ], "and Naples for the emerging kingdom of Italy (1860)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Garner",1,1,1 ], "1921-77, U|S| jazz pianist and songwriter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garnett",1,1,1 ], "1862-1946, English translator of Russian novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garonne",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW France, rising in the central Pyrenees in Spain and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garonne",1,1,1 ], "northeast then northwest into the Gironde estuary| Length: 580 km (360 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Garrick",1,1,1 ], "1717-79, English actor and theatre manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garter",1,1,1,1 ], "the badge of this Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Garter",1,1,1,2 ], "membership of this Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gary",1,1,1 ], "177,925 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gary",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Indiana, on Lake Michigan: a major world steel producer| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gascon",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Gascony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gascon",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of French spoken in Gascony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gascon",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Gascony, its inhabitants, or their dialect of French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gascony",1,1,1 ], "a former province of SW France| French name: Gascogne (ga!sk@$$j)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaskell",1,1,1 ], "Cranford (1853), a social study of a country village" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gaskell",1,1,1 ], "married name of Elizabeth Cleghorn Stevenson| 1810-65, English novelist| Her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaskell",1,1,1 ], "novels include Mary Barton (1848), an account of industrial life in Manchester, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaspar",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Caspar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaspinsula",1,1,1 ], "(11,400 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gaspinsula",1,1,1 ], "Brunswick: mountainous and wooded with many lakes and rivers| Area: about 29,500 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaspinsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in E Canada, in SE Quebec between the St| Lawrence River and New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gasser",1,1,1 ], "1888-1963, U|S| physiologist: shared a Nobel prize for medicine (1944) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gasser",1,1,1 ], "Erlanger for work on electrical signs of nervous activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gat",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the Canal Zone, part of the Panama Canal: formed in 1912 on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gat",1,1,1 ], "completion of the Gatun Dam across the Chagres River| Area: 424 sq| km (164 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gates",1,1,1 ], "(1777)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gates",1,1,1 ], "1728-1806, American Revolutionary general: defeated the British at Saratoga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gateshead",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gateshead",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, in Tyne and Wear: engineering works| Pop|: 94,457" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gath",1,1,1 ], "(g$e#Gg)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gath",1,1,1 ], "17:4) and near which Saul fell in battle (II Samuel 1:20)| Douay spelling: Geth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gath",1,1,1 ], "one of the five cities of the Philistines, from which Goliath came (I Samuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gatha",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of versified sermons in the Avesta that are in a more ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gatha",1,1,1 ], "dialect than the rest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gatling gun",1,1,1 ], "a machine-gun equipped with a rotating cluster of barrels that are fired in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gatling gun",1,1,1 ], "succession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaud",1,1,1 ], "1852-1926, Spanish architect, regarded as one of the most original exponents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaud",1,1,1 ], "Barcelona" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gaud",1,1,1 ], "of art nouveau in Europe and noted esp| for the church of the Sagrada familia," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaudier-Brzeska",1,1,1 ], "1891-1915, French vorticist sculptor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gauguin",1,1,1 ], "1848-1903, French postimpressionist painter, who worked in the South Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gauguin",1,1,1 ], "areas of pure colours" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gauguin",1,1,1 ], "from 1891| Inspired by primitive art, his work is characterized by flat contrasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gauhati",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, in Assam on the River Brahmaputra: centre of British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gauhati",1,1,1 ], "administration in Assam (1826-74)| Pop|: 123,784 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaul",1,1,1 ], "Caesar (58-51 b|c|)|Latin name: Gallia" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gaul",1,1,1 ], "Roman province before 100 b|c|, and Transalpine Gaul, which was conquered by Julius" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gaul",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of W Europe corresponding to N Italy, France, Belgium, part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaul",1,1,1 ], "of Germany, and the S Netherlands: divided into Cisalpine Gaul, which became a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaul",1,1,2 ], "a native of ancient Gaul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaul",1,1,3 ], "a Frenchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gauleiter",1,1,1 ], "a provincial governor in Germany under Hitler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaulish",1,1,1 ], "the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaulish",1,1,1 ], "the extinct language of the pre-Roman Gauls, belonging to the Celtic branch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaulish",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Gaul, the Gauls, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaullism",1,1,1 ], "General de Gaulle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaullism",1,1,1 ], "the conservative French nationalist policies and principles associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaullism",1,1,2 ], "a political movement founded on and supporting General de Gaulle's principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaullism",1,1,2 ], "and policies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaullist",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of Gaullism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaullist",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, supporting, or relating to Gaullism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gauss",1,1,1 ], "1777-1855, German mathematician: developed the theory of numbers and applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gauss",1,1,1 ], "mathematics to astronomy, electricity and magnetism, and geodesy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaussian distribution",1,1,1 ], "another name for normal distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gautama",1,1,1 ], "he became a monk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gautama",1,1,1 ], "the Sanskrit form of the name assumed by Siddhartha, the future Buddha, when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gautier",1,1,1 ], "1811-72, French poet, novelist, and critic|His early extravagant romanticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gautier",1,1,1 ], "Parnassians" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gautier",1,1,1 ], "gave way to a preocupation with poetic form and expression that anticipated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gay Gordons",1,1,1 ], "an old-time ballroom dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gay",1,1,1 ], "1685-1732, English poet and dramatist; author of The Beggar's Opera (1728)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gay-Lussac",1,1,1 ], "(1808)|He also investigated the effects of terrestrial magnetism, isolated boron and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gay-Lussac",1,1,1 ], "1778-1850, French physicist and chemist: discovered the law named after him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gay-Lussac",1,1,1 ], "cyanogen, and discovered new methods of manufacturing sulphuric and oxalic acids" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gay-Lussac's law",1,1,1 ], "products" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gay-Lussac's law",1,1,1 ], "temperature and pressure) that bear a simple ratio to each other and to the gaseous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gay-Lussac's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that gases react together in volumes (measured at the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gay-Lussac's law",1,1,2 ], "another name for Charles' law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaya",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, in central Bihar: Hindu place of pilgrimage and one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaya",1,1,1 ], "holiest sites of Buddhism| Pop|: 179,884 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gayomart",1,1,1 ], "produced the first human couple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gayomart",1,1,1 ], "the first man, whose seed was buried in the earth for 40 years and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaza Strip",1,1,1 ], "a coastal region on the SE corner of the Mediterranean: administered by Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gaza Strip",1,1,1 ], "from 1949; occupied by Israel in 1967| Pop| (with North Sinai): 390,700 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaza",1,1,1 ], "Arabic name: Ghazzah" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gaza",1,1,1 ], "Egyptian administration from 1949 until occupied by Israel (1967)| Pop|: 118,272 (1967)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaza",1,1,1 ], "a city in the Gaza Strip: a Philistine city in biblical times| It was under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gazankulu",1,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in South Africa: consists of four exclaves, three in N Transvaal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gazankulu",1,1,1 ], "and one in E Transvaal| Capital: Giyani" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaziantep",1,1,1 ], "(1839) and centre of Turkish resistance to French forces (1921)| Pop|: 300,882 (1975)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gaziantep",1,1,1 ], "Former name (until 1921): Aintab" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gaziantep",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Turkey: base for Ibrahim Pasha's campaign against the Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ga|",1,1,1 ], "Georgia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gd",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for gadolinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gda",1,1,1 ], "402,200 (1974 est|)| German name: Danzig" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gda",1,1,1 ], "Nations from 1919 until annexed by Germany in 1939; returned to Poland in 1945| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gda",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Poland, on the Baltic: a member of the Hanseatic league;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gda",1,1,1 ], "under Prussian rule (1793-1807 and 1814-1919); a free city under the League of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gda",1,1,2 ], "Bay of| a wide inlet of the Baltic sea on the N coast of Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gdel",1,1,1 ], "(Godel's proof) that in a formal axiomatic system, such as logic or mathematics, it is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gdel",1,1,1 ], "1906-78, U|S| logician and mathematician, born in Austria-Hungary|He showed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gdel",1,1,1 ], "impossible to prove consistency without using methods from outside the system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gdns|",1,1,1 ], "Gardens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gdynia",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Poland, near Gdansk: developed 1924-39 as the outlet for trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gdynia",1,1,1 ], "through the Polish Corridor; naval base| Pop|: 211,900 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ge",1,1,1 ], "another name for Gaea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ge",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for germanium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ge'ez",1,1,1 ], "Christian literature and still used in Ethiopia as a liturgical language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ge'ez",1,1,1 ], "the classical form of the ancient Ethiopic language, having an extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "GeV",1,1,1 ], "(billion electronvolts)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "GeV",1,1,1 ], "giga-electronvolts (10%9 electronvolts)| Sometimes written (esp| U|S|)BeV" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geber",1,1,1 ], "14th-century alchemist, probably Spanish: he described the preparation of nitric and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geber",1,1,1 ], "Latinized form of Jabir, assumed in honour of Jabir ibn Hayyan by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geber",1,1,1 ], "sulphuric acids" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Geelong",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Australia, in S Victoria on Port Phillip Bay| Pop|: 129,651 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geelong",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gehenna",1,1,1 ], "the valley below Jerusalem, where unclean things were burnt and where idolatry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gehenna",1,1,1 ], "was practised (II Kings 23:10)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gehenna",1,1,2 ], "a place where the wicked are punished after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gehenna",1,1,3 ], "a place or state of pain and torment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geiger counter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting and measuring the intensity of high-energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geiger counter",1,1,1 ], "difference between them| Each particle entering the tube causes gas atoms to ionize, the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Geiger counter",1,1,1 ], "electrons liberated being attracted to the anode and registered by electronic equipment" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Geiger counter",1,1,1 ], "radiation, consisting of a gas-filled tube containing two electrodes with a high potential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geiger",1,1,1 ], "1882-1945, German physicist: developed the Geiger counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geisel",1,1,1 ], "born 1907, Brazilian general and statesman president of Brazil since 1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geissler tube",1,1,1 ], "a glass or quartz vessel, usually having two bulbs containing electrodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geissler tube",1,1,1 ], "gas as a source of visible or ultraviolet light for spectroscopy, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Geissler tube",1,1,1 ], "separated by a capillary tube, for maintaining an electric discharge in a low-pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gel",1,1,1 ], "the original name of Claude Lorrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gelderland",1,1,1 ], "5014 sq| km (1955 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gelderland",1,1,1 ], "a province of the E Netherlands: formerly a duchy, belonging successively to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gelderland",1,1,1 ], "several different European powers| Capital: Arnhem| Pop|: 1,580,000 (1973 est|)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gelibolu",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for Gallipoli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gelligaer",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Wales, in Mid Glamorgan| Pop|: 33,670 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gelsenkirchen",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gelsenkirchen",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 333,202" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gemara",1,1,1 ], "the later main part of the Talmud, being a commentary on the Mishnah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gen",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Geneva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "General Assembly",1,1,1 ], "the deliberative assembly of the United Nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "General Assembly",1,1,2 ], "the parliament of New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "General Assembly",1,1,3 ], "Presbyterian Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "General Assembly",1,1,3 ], "the supreme governing body of certain religious denominations, esp| of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "General Post Office",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain until l969) the department of the central Government that provided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "General Post Office",1,1,1 ], "postal and telephone services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "General Post Office",1,1,2 ], "the main post office in a locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "General Synod",1,1,1 ], "bishops and elected clerical and lay representatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "General Synod",1,1,1 ], "the governing body, under Parliament, of the Church of England, made up of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genesis",1,1,1 ], "the first book of the Old Testament recounting the events from the Creation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genesis",1,1,1 ], "the world to the sojourning of the Israelites in Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Genet" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1910, French dramatist and novelist his novels include",1). c_DEF([ "Genet" ,1, 1, 2],"and his plays, Les Bonnes (1947) and Le Balcon (1956)",1). c_DEF([ "Geneva Convention",1,1,1 ], "a code for wartime treatment of the sick or wounded: revised and extended on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva Convention",1,1,1 ], "several occasions to cover maritime warfare and prisoners of war" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva Convention",1,1,1 ], "the international agreement, first formulated in 1864 at Geneva, establishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva bands",1,1,1 ], "a pair of white lawn or linen strips hanging from the front of the neck or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva bands",1,1,1 ], "collar of some ecclesiastical and academic robes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva gown",1,1,1 ], "a long loose black gown with very wide sleeves worn by academics or Protestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva gown",1,1,1 ], "clerics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,1 ], "Calvinism; headquarters of the International Red Cross (1864), the International Labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,1 ], "European office of the United Nations; banking centre| Pop|: 159,200 (1975 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,1 ], "Office (1925), the League of Nations (1929-46), the World Health Organization, and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Switzerland, in the Rhone valley on Lake Geneva: centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,2 ], "a canton in SW Switzerland| Capital: Geneva| Pop|: 331,599 (1970)| Area: 282" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,2 ], "sq| km (109 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,3 ], "Genfersee" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,3 ], "Lake| a lake between SW Switzerland and E France: fed and drained by the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,3 ], "Rhone, it is the largest of the Alpine lakes; the surface is subject to considerable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,3 ], "changes of level| Area: 580 sq| km (224 sq| miles)| French name: Lac Leman|German name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Geneva",1,1,4 ], "(for senses 1 and 2) French name: Geneve;German name: Genf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genevan" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or characteristic of Geneva",1). c_DEF([ "Genevan" ,1, 1, 2],"of, adhering to, or relating to the teachings of Calvin or the Calvinists",1). c_DEF([ "Genevan" ,1, 2, 1],"vans or vese",1). c_DEF([ "Genevan" ,1, 2, 2],"a native or inhabitant of Geneva",1). c_DEF([ "Genevan" ,1, 2, 3],"a less common name for a Calvinist",1). c_DEF([ "Genevi",1,1,1 ], "422-512 a|d|, French nun; patron saint of Paris| Feast day: Jan| 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genf",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Geneva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genfersee",1,1,1 ], "the German name for (Lake)Geneva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genghis Khan",1,1,1 ], "original name Temuchin or Temujin| 1162-1227, Mongol ruler, whose empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genghis Khan",1,1,1 ], "stretched from the Black Sea to the Pacific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Genk",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Belgium, in Limbourg province: coal-mining| Pop|: 57,913 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genk",1,1,1 ], "l" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Genl|" ,1, 1, 1],"General or",1). c_DEF([ "Genl|" ,1, 1, 2],"ener",1). c_DEF([ "Genoa cake",1,1,1 ], "a rich fruit cake, usually decorated with almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genoa",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Italy, capital of Liguria, on the Gulf of Genoa: Italy's main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genoa",1,1,1 ], "port; an independent commercial city with many colonies in the Middle Ages;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Genoa",1,1,1 ], "university (1243); heavy industries| Pop|: 805,855 (1975 est|)| Italian name: Genova" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Genoese",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Genoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genoese",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Genoa or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genova",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Genoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genseric",1,1,1 ], "390-477 a|d|, king of the Vandals (428-77)| He seized Roman lands, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Genseric",1,1,1 ], "extensive parts of N Africa, and sacked Rome (455)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gent",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Ghent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a Christian, who is not a Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,1,2 ], "a Christian, as contrasted with a Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,1,3 ], "a person who is not a member of one's own church: used esp| by Mormons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,1,4 ], "a heathen or pagan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a race or religion that is not Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,2,2 ], "Christian, as contrasted with Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,2,3 ], "not being a member of one's own church: used esp| by Mormons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",1,2,4 ], "pagan or heathen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",2,1,1 ], "1875-1944, Italian Idealist philosopher and Fascist politician: minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gentile",2,1,1 ], "education (1922-24)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gentoo",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) Archaic| a Hindu, esp| as distinguished from a Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gen|",1,1,1 ], "General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gen|",1,1,2 ], "Genesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geoffrey of Monmouth",1,1,1 ], "1100-54, Welsh bishop and chronicler; author of Historia Regum Britanniae, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geoffrey of Monmouth",1,1,1 ], "chief source of Arthurian legends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geordie",1,1,1 ], "a person who comes from or lives in Tyneside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geordie",1,1,2 ], "the dialect spoken by these people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geordie",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to these people or their dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George Cross",1,1,1 ], "a British award for bravery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George I",1,1,1 ], "1660-1727, first Hanoverian king of Great Britain (1714-27) and elector of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George I",1,1,1 ], "Hanover (1698-1727)| His dependence in domestic affairs on his ministers led to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George I",1,1,1 ], "emergence of Walpole as the first prime minister" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "George II",1,1,1 ], "1683-1760, king of Great Britain and elector of Hanover (1727-60); son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George II",1,1,1 ], "George I| His victory over the French at Dettingen (1743) in the War of the Austrian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George II",1,1,1 ], "Succession was the last appearance on a battlefield by a British king" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "George II",1,1,2 ], "1890-1947, king of Greece (1922-24; 1935-47)| He was overthrown by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George II",1,1,2 ], "republicans (1924) and exiled during the German occupation of Greece (1941-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George III",1,1,1 ], "(1815-20)| During his reign the American colonies were lost| He became insane in 1811, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George III",1,1,1 ], "1738-1820, king of Great Britain and Ireland (1760-1820) and of Hanover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George III",1,1,1 ], "his son acted as regent for the rest of the reign" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "George IV",1,1,1 ], "1762-1830, king of Great Britain and Ireland (1820-30); regent (1811-20)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George IV",1,1,1 ], "undermined the prestige of the crown, and his association with the Whig opposition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "George IV",1,1,1 ], "was on bad terms with his father (George III) because of his profligate ways, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George Town",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Malaysia, capital of Penang state, in NE Penang Island: the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George Town",1,1,1 ], "chartered city of the Malayan federation| Pop|: 270,019 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George V",1,1,1 ], "(1910-36)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George V",1,1,1 ], "1865-1936, king of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and emperor of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George VI",1,1,1 ], "1895-1952, king of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1936-52) and emperor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George VI",1,1,1 ], "India (1936-47)| The second son of George V, he succeeded to the throne after the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George VI",1,1,1 ], "abdication of his brother, Edward VIII" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,1 ], "David Lloyd|,See,Lloyd George" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,2 ], "Henry| 1839-97, U|S| economist: advocated a single tax on land values, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,2 ], "Progress and Poverty (1879)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,3 ], "Saint| died 303 a|d|, Christian martyr, the patron saint of England; the hero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,3 ], "of a legend in which he slew a dragon| Feast day: April 23" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,4 ], "Stefan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,5 ], "(!#st$efan)| 1868-1933, German poet and aesthete| Influenced by the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,5 ], "Symbolists, esp| Mallarme and later by Nietzsche, he sought for an idealized purity of form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "George",1,1,5 ], "in his verse| Refused Nazi honours and went into exile in 1933" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "George",2,1,1 ], "the automatic pilot in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgetown",1,1,1 ], "University of Guyana| Pop|: 63,184 (1970)| Former name (until 1812): Stabroek" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Georgetown",1,1,1 ], "became capital of the Dutch colonies of Essequibo and Demerara in 1784; seat of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgetown",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Guyana, at the mouth of the Demerara River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgetown",1,1,2 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgetown",1,1,2 ], "the capital of the Cayman Islands: a port on Grand Cayman Island| Pop|: 3975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgia",1,1,1 ], "(58,876 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Georgia",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southeastern U|S|, on the Atlantic: consists of coastal plains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgia",1,1,1 ], "the northwest| Capital: Atlanta| Pop|: 4,686,000 (1970)| Area: 152,489 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Georgia",1,1,1 ], "with forests and swamps, rising to the Cumberland Plateau and the Appalachians in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgia",1,1,2 ], "short for the Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian Bay",1,1,1 ], "a bay in S central Canada, in Ontario: the NE part of Lake Huron| Area: 15,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian Bay",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (5800 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Tbilisi| Pop|: 4,686,358 (1970)| Area: 69,700 sq| km (26,900 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the SW Soviet Union, on the Black Sea: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "independent kingdom for over 2000 years, at its height in the 12th and 13th centuries;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "joined the Soviet Union in 1921; a major source of manganese, coal, and oil| Capital:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,1 ], "Great Britain from 1714 to 1830, or to their reigns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to any or all of the four kings who ruled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to George V of Great Britain or his reign (1910-36)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the Georgian SSR, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the American State of Georgia or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,5 ], "(of furniture, furnishings, etc|) in or imitative of the style prevalent in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,5 ], "England during the 18th century (reigns of George I, II, and III), represented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,1,5 ], "typically by the designs of Sheraton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,2,1 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,2,1 ], "the official language of the Georgian SSR, belonging to the South Caucasian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Georgian SSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,2,3 ], "an aboriginal inhabitant of the Caucasus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,2,4 ], "a native or inhabitant of the American State of Georgia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,2,5 ], "a person belonging to or imitating the styles of either of the Georgian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Georgian",1,2,5 ], "periods in England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gera",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S East Germany| Pop|: 114,117 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gerlachovka",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in E Czechoslovakia, in the Tatra Mountains: the highest peak of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gerlachovka",1,1,1 ], "the Carpathian Mountains| Height: 2663 m (8736 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "German Baptist Brethren",1,1,1 ], "1719-29, the members of which (Dunkers) insist on adult baptism by total immersion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "German Baptist Brethren",1,1,1 ], "a Protestant sect founded in 1708 in Germany but who migrated to the U|S| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German Democratic Republic",1,1,1 ], "the official name of East Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German East Africa",1,1,1 ], "Burundi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "German East Africa",1,1,1 ], "Ruanda-Urundi: divided in 1919 between Great Britain and Belgium; now in Tanzania, Rwanda, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "German East Africa",1,1,1 ], "a former German territory in E Africa, consisting of Tanganyika and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German Ocean",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the North Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German cockroach",1,1,1 ], "a small cockroach, Blattella germanica: a common household pest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German measles",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for rubella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German shepherd",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for Alsatian ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German silver",1,1,1 ], "another name for nickel silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German sixth",1,1,1 ], "(in musical harmony) an augmented sixth chord having a major third and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German sixth",1,1,1 ], "perfect fifth between the root and the augmented sixth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,1 ], "official languages of Switzerland; the native language of approximately 100 million" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,1 ], "people| It is an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch, closely" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,1 ], "related to English and Dutch| There is considerable diversity of dialects; modern" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,1 ], "standard German is a development of Old High German, influenced by Martin Luther's" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,1 ], "the official language of East and West Germany and Austria and one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,1 ], "translation of the Bible" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,2 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of East or West Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,1,3 ], "a person whose native language is German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or using the German language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "German",1,2,2 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of any German state or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanic",1,1,1 ], "Dutch, German, the Scandinavian languages, and Gothic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Germanic",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Indo-European family of languages that includes English," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanic",1,1,2 ], "Proto-Germanic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Germanic",1,1,2 ], "the unrecorded language from which all of these languages developed;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanic",1,2,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanic",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Germany, the German language, or any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanic",1,2,2 ], "people that speaks a Germanic language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Germanicus Caesar",1,1,1 ], "15 b|c|-19 a|d|, Roman general; nephew of the emperor Tiberius; waged decisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanicus Caesar",1,1,1 ], "campaigns against the Germans (14-16)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Germanism",1,1,1 ], "a word or idiom borrowed from or modelled on German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanism",1,1,2 ], "a German custom, trait, practice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanism",1,1,3 ], "attachment to or high regard for German customs, institutions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanize",1,1,1 ], "to adopt or cause to adopt German customs, speech, institutions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanophile",1,1,1 ], "a person having admiration for or devotion to Germany and the Germans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germanophobe",1,1,1 ], "a person who hates Germany or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,1 ], "1945; defeated in World War II and divided by the Allied Powers into four zones," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,1 ], "Deutschland" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,1 ], "Empire; dissolved into numerous principalities; united under the leadership of Prussia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,1 ], "a country in central Europe: in the Middle Ages the centre of the Holy Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,1 ], "after being defeated in World War I; under the dictatorship of Hitler from 1933 to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,1 ], "in 1871 after the Franco-Prussian War; became a republic with reduced size in 1919" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,1 ], "which became established as East and West Germany in the late 1940s| German name:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Germany",1,1,2 ], "Federal Republic of| the official name of West Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germinal",1,1,1 ], "from March 22 to April 20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Germinal",1,1,1 ], "the month of buds: the seventh month of the French revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germiston",1,1,1 ], "a city in South Africa, in the S Transvaal, Southeast of Johannesburg:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Germiston",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre, with the world's largest gold refinery, serving the Witwatersrand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Germiston",1,1,1 ], "mines| Pop|: 139,472 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gerona",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain: city walls and 14th-century cathedral; often besieged, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gerona",1,1,1 ], "particular by the French (1809)| Pop|: 50,338 (1970)| Ancient name: Gerunda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geronimo",1,1,1 ], "1829-1909, Apache Indian: led a campaign against the White settlers until his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geronimo",1,1,1 ], "final capture in 1886" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geronimo",1,2,1 ], "a shout given by paratroopers as they jump into battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gers",1,1,1 ], "180,501 (1975)| Area: 6291 sq| km (2453 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gers",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Auch| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gershwin",1,1,1 ], "1898-1937, U|S| composer: incorporated jazz into works such as Rhapsody in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gershwin",1,1,1 ], "Blue (1924) for piano and jazz band and the opera Porgy and Bess (1935)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Geryon",1,1,1 ], "a winged monster with three bodies joined at the waist, killed by Hercules," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Geryon",1,1,1 ], "who stole the monster's cattle as his tenth labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ger|",1,1,1 ], "German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ger|",1,1,2 ], "Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gesta Romanorum",1,1,1 ], "a popular collection of tales in Latin with moral applications, compiled in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gesta Romanorum",1,1,1 ], "the late 13th century as a manual for preachers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gestalt psychology",1,1,1 ], "a system of thought, derived from experiments carried out by German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gestalt psychology",1,1,1 ], "psychologists, that regards all mental phenomena as being arranged in gestalts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gestapo",1,1,1 ], "interrogation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gestapo",1,1,1 ], "the secret state police in Nazi Germany, noted for its brutal methods of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gesualdo",1,1,1 ], "Prince of Venosa|1560-1613, Italian composer, esp| of madrigals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gethsemane",1,1,1 ], "Crucifixion (Matthew 26:36-56)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gethsemane",1,1,1 ], "the garden in Jerusalem where Christ was betrayed on the night before his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Getty" ,1, 1, 1],"1892-1976, U|S| oil executive, millionaire, and art collector",1). c_DEF([ "Gettysburg Address",1,1,1 ], "cemetery on the Civil War battlefield at Gettysburg in Nov| 1863" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gettysburg Address",1,1,1 ], "the speech made by President Lincoln at the dedication of the national" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gettysburg",1,1,1 ], "Lee's Confederate army; site of the national cemetery dedicated by President Lincoln|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gettysburg",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 7275 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gettysburg",1,1,1 ], "a small town in S Pennsylvania, southwest of Harrisburg: scene of a crucial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gettysburg",1,1,1 ], "battle (1863) during the American Civil War, in which Meade's Union forces defeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gezira",1,1,1 ], "a region of the E central Sudan between the Blue and White Niles: site of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gezira",1,1,1 ], "large-scale irrigation system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ggora y Argote",1,1,1 ], "1561-1627, Spanish lyric poet, noted for the exaggerated pedantic style of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ggora y Argote",1,1,1 ], "works such as Las Soledades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ghana",1,1,1 ], "1957 and became a republic within the Commonwealth in 1960| Official language:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ghana",1,1,1 ], "8,559,313 (1970)| Area: 238,539 sq| km (92,100 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Ghana",1,1,1 ], "British colony of the Gold Coast established in 1874; united with British Togoland in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ghana",1,1,1 ], "English| Religions: Christian and animist| Currency: new cedi| Capital: Accra| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ghana",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea: a powerful empire from the 4th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ghana",1,1,1 ], "to the 13th centuries; a major source of gold and slaves for Europeans after 1471;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ghazzah",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Arabic name Gaza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gheber",1,1,1 ], "another word for Gabar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ghent",1,1,1 ], "Gand" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ghent",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and port in NW Belgium, capital of East Flanders province," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ghent",1,1,1 ], "at the confluence of the Rivers Lys and Scheldt: formerly famous for its cloth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ghent",1,1,1 ], "industry; university (1816)| Pop|: 148,166 (1971 est|)| Flemish name: Gent|French name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ghibelline",1,1,1 ], "a member of the political faction in medieval Italy originally based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ghibelline",1,1,1 ], "support for the German emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ghibelline",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Ghibellines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ghiberti",1,1,1 ], "1378-1455, Italian sculptor, painter, and goldsmith of the quattrocento: noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ghiberti",1,1,1 ], "esp| for the bronze doors of the baptistry of Florence Cathedral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ghirlandaio",1,1,1 ], "original name Domenico Bigordi| 1449-94, Italian painter of frescoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gi",1,1,1 ], "gilbert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giacometti",1,1,1 ], "1901-66, Swiss sculptor and painter, noted particularly for his long skeletal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giacometti",1,1,1 ], "statues of isolated figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giant's Causeway",1,1,1 ], "Antrim: consists of several thousand pillars, mostly hexagonal, that were formed by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giant's Causeway",1,1,1 ], "a promontory of columnar basalt on the N coast of Northern Ireland, in Co|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giant's Causeway",1,1,1 ], "rapid cooling of lava flowing into the sea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gib",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for Gibraltar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbon",1,1,1 ], "1737-94, English historian; author of The History of the Decline and Fall of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbon",1,1,1 ], "Christianity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbon",1,1,1 ], "the Roman Empire (1776-88), controversial in its historical criticism of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbons",1,1,1 ], "Grinling| 1648-1721, English sculptor and wood-carver, noted for his delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbons",1,1,1 ], "carvings of fruit, flowers, birds, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbons",1,1,2 ], "Orlando| 1583-1625, English organist and composer, esp| of anthems, motets," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbons",1,1,2 ], "and madrigals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbs function",1,1,1 ], "a thermodynamic property of a system equal to the difference between its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbs function",1,1,1 ], "enthalpy and the product of its temperature and its entropy| It is usually measured in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibbs function",1,1,1 ], "joules| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gibeon",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town of Palestine probably about 9 kilometres (6 miles) northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibeon",1,1,1 ], "of Jerusalem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibeonite",1,1,1 ], "one of the inhabitants of the town of Gibeon, who were compelled by Joshua to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibeonite",1,1,1 ], "serve the Hebrews (Joshua 9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 1],"(2|5 sq| miles)|Ancient name: Calpe",5). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 1],"British crown colony (1830-1969), still politically associated with Britain; a naval",3). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 1],"Spain: settled by Moors in 711 and taken by Spain in 1462; ceded to Britain in 1713; a",2). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 1],"a city on the Rock of Gibraltar, a limestone promontory at the tip of S",1). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 1],"and air base of strategic importance|Pop|: 27,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 6|5 sq| km",4). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 2],"Strait of",1). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 3],"a narrow strait between the S tip of Spain and the NW tip of Africa, linking",1). c_DEF([ "Gibraltar" ,1, 1, 3],"the Mediterranean with the Atlantic",2). c_DEF([ "Gibson Desert",1,1,1 ], "Victoria Desert: salt marshes, lakes, and scrub| Area: about 220,000 sq| km (85,000 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in W central Australia, between the Great Sandy Desert and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson Desert",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson girl",1,1,1 ], "portrayed in the drawings of Charles Dana Gibson, 1867-1944, U|S| illustrator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson girl",1,1,1 ], "the ideal fashionable American girl of the late 1890s and early 1900s, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson",1,1,1 ], "a cocktail consisting of four or more parts dry gin and one part dry vermouth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson",1,1,1 ], "iced and served with a pickled pearl onion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson",2,1,1 ], "born 1942, Irish Rugby Union footballer: halfback for Ireland (since 1964) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gibson",2,1,1 ], "the British Lions (1966-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gide" ,1, 1, 1],"1869-1951, French novelist, dramatist, critic, diarist, and translator, noted",1). c_DEF([ "Gide" ,1, 1, 1],"morality|His novels include",3). c_DEF([ "Gide" ,1, 1, 1],"particularly for his exploration of the conflict between self-fulfilment and conventional",2). c_DEF([ "Gide" ,1, 1, 2],"La Porte ""etroite (1909), and Les Faux-Monnayeurs (1926): Nobel prize for",1). c_DEF([ "Gide" ,1, 1, 2],"literature 1947|",2). c_DEF([ "Gideon Bible",1,1,1 ], "a Bible purchased by members of a Christian organization (Gideons) and placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gideon Bible",1,1,1 ], "in a hotel room, hospital ward, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gideon",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew judge who led the Israelites to victory over their Midianite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gideon",1,1,1 ], "oppressors (Judges 6:11-8:35)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gielgud",1,1,1 ], "Sir John| born 1904, English stage and film actor and director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gierek",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, Polish statesman first secretary of the Politburo since 1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giessen",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giessen",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central West Germany, in Hesse: university (1607)| Pop|: 75,500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gifu",1,1,1 ], "a city in Japan, on central Honshu: hot springs| Pop|: 407,257 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gigli",1,1,1 ], "1890-1957, Italian operatic tenor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gij",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Spain, on the Bay of Biscay: capital of the kingdom of Asturias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gij",1,1,1 ], "until 791| Pop|: 187,612 (1970)| Ancient name: Gigia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gila monster",1,1,1 ], "a large venomous brightly coloured lizard, Heloderma suspectum, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gila monster",1,1,1 ], "deserts of the southwestern U|S| and Mexico and feeding mostly on eggs and small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gila monster",1,1,1 ], "mammals: family Helodermatidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the W Pacific: with Ocean Island, the Phoenix Islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert Islands",1,1,1 ], "and three of the Line Islands they constitute an independent state; until 1975 they" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert Islands",1,1,1 ], "formed part of the British colony of Gilbert and Ellice Islands;achieved full" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert Islands",1,1,1 ], "independence in 1978| Pop|: 53,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 655 sq| km (253 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,1 ], "Newfoundland (1583)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,1 ], "Sir Humphrey| 1539-83, English navigator: founded the colony at St| John's," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,2 ], "William| 1540-1603, English physician and physicist, noted for his study of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,2 ], "terrestrial magnetism in De Magnete (1600)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,3 ], "Sir WS 1836-1911, English dramatist, humorist, and librettist| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,3 ], "collaborated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,4 ], "(1871-96) with Arthur Sullivan on the famous series of comic operettas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,4 ], "including The Pirates of Penzance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,5 ], "(1879), Iolanthe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,6 ], "(1882), and The Mikado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbert",1,1,7 ], "(1885)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbertian",1,1,1 ], "Gilbert" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gilbertian",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or resembling the style or whimsical humour of Sir W| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilead",1,1,1 ], "(4000 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gilead",1,1,1 ], "a historic mountainous region east of the River Jordan, rising over 1200 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilead",2,1,1 ], "a grandson of Manasseh; ancestor of the Coileadites (Numbers 26: 29-30)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gileadite",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of the region of Gilead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gileadite",1,1,2 ], "a descendant of Gilead (the man)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilgamesh",1,1,1 ], "a legendary Sumerian king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gillespie",1,1,1 ], "nickname of John Birks Gillespie| born 1917, U|S| jazz trumpeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gillingham",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gillingham",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in N Kent on the Medway estuary: dockyards| Pop|: 86,714" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gillray",1,1,1 ], "1757-1815, English caricaturist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilsonite",1,1,1 ], "a very pure form of asphalt found in Utah and Colorado; used for making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gilsonite",1,1,1 ], "paints, varnishes, and linoleum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ginsberg",1,1,1 ], "born 1926, U|S| poet of the beat generation| His poetry includes Howl (1956)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giorgi system",1,1,1 ], "a system of units based on the metre, kilogram, second, and ampere, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giorgi system",1,1,1 ], "basis for SI units" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Giorgi system",1,1,1 ], "the magnetic constant has the value 4r X 10-'7 henries per metre| It was used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giorgione",1,1,1 ], "original name Giorgio Barbarelli| 1478-1511, Italian painter of the Venetian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giorgione",1,1,1 ], "school, who introduced a new unity between figures and landscape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giotto",1,1,1 ], "Croce, Florence" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Giotto",1,1,1 ], "also known as Giotto di Bondone| 1267-1337, Florentine painter, who broke away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giotto",1,1,1 ], "cycles of frescoes in Assisi, the Arena Chapel in Padua, and the Church of Santa" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Giotto",1,1,1 ], "dramatic and naturalistic style characteristic of the Renaissance: his work includes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Giotto",1,1,1 ], "from the stiff linear design of the Byzantine tradition and developed the more" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gippsland",1,1,1 ], "a fertile region of SE Australia, in SE Victoria, extending east along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gippsland",1,1,1 ], "coast from Melbourne to the New South Wales border| Area: 35,200 sq| km (13,600 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gippsland",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gipsy",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) a variant spelling of Gypsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giraldus Cambrensis",1,1,1 ], "literary name of Gerald de Barri| 1146-1223, Welsh chronicler and churchman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giraldus Cambrensis",1,1,1 ], "noted for his accounts of his travels in Ireland and Wales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giraud",1,1,1 ], "(1942-43)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giraud",1,1,1 ], "1879-1949, French general, who commanded French forces in North Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giraudoux" ,1, 1, 1],"1882-1944, French dramatist| His works, noted for their use of paradox and",1). c_DEF([ "Giraudoux" ,1, 1, 1],"imagery, include the novel",2). c_DEF([ "Giraudoux" ,1, 1, 2],"(1935)",2). c_DEF([ "Giraudoux" ,1, 1, 2],"and the plays Amphitryon 38 (1929) and La Guerre de Troie n'aura pas lieu",1). c_DEF([ "Girgenti",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Agrigento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Girl Scout",1,1,1 ], "a member of the equivalent organization for girls to the Scouts| Brit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Girl Scout",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: Guide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gironde",1,1,1 ], "1,082,074 (1975)| Area: 10,726 sq| km| (4183 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gironde",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Aquitaine region| Capital: Bordeaux| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gironde",1,1,2 ], "Dordogne| Length: 72 km (45 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gironde",1,1,2 ], "an estuary in SW France, formed by the confluence of the Rivers Garonne and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Girondist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a party of moderate republicans during the French Revolution, many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Girondist",1,1,1 ], "of whom came from Gironde: overthrown (1793) by their rivals the Jacobins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Girondist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Girondists or their principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gisborne",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gisborne",1,1,1 ], "a port in N New Zealand, on E North Island on Poverty Bay| Pop|: 26,726" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giscard d'Estaing",1,1,1 ], "(1962-66; 1969-74): president from 1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giscard d'Estaing",1,1,1 ], "born 1926, French politician minister of finance and economic affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gish",1,1,1 ], "Dorothy| 1898-1968, U|S| film actress, chiefly in silent films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gish",1,1,2 ], "her roles in such silent films as Birth of a Nation (1914) and Intolerance (1916)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gish",1,1,2 ], "her sister, Lillian| born 1896, U|S| film and stage actress; noted esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gissing",1,1,1 ], "1857-1903, English novelist, noted for his depiction of middle-class poverty|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gissing",1,1,1 ], "His works include Demos (1886) and New Grub Street (1891)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Giulini",1,1,1 ], "born 1914, Italian orchestral conductor, esp| of opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Giulio Romano",1,1,1 ], "1499-1546, Italian architect and painter; a founder of mannerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gk",1,1,1 ], "Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gladbeck",1,1,1 ], "a city in N West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 83,100 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone bag",1,1,1 ], "a piece of hand luggage consisting of two equal-sized hinged compartments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone",1,1,1 ], "a light four-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone",2,1,1 ], "(1870), and the secret ballot (1872)| He succeeded in carrying the Reform Act of 1884" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone",2,1,1 ], "1809-98, British statesman| He became leader of the Liberal party in 1867 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone",2,1,1 ], "but failed to gain support for a Home Rule Bill for Ireland, to which he devoted" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone",2,1,1 ], "ministry he disestablished the Irish Church (1869), introduced educational reform" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone",2,1,1 ], "much of the latter part of his career" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Gladstone",2,1,1 ], "was four times prime minister (1868-74; 1880-85; 1886; 1892-94)| In his first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glagolitic",1,1,1 ], "Dalmatia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Glagolitic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a Slavic alphabet whose invention is attributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glagolitic",1,1,1 ], "to Saint Cyril, preserved only in certain Roman Catholic liturgical books found in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974)a county of SE Wales, now divided into West Glamorgan, Mid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "Glamorgan, and South Glamorgan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glarus",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area 684 sq| km (267 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glarus",1,1,1 ], "an Alpine canton of E central Switzerland| Capital: Glarus| Pop|: 38,155" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glarus",1,1,2 ], "(1970)|French name: Glaris (gla!ri)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glarus",1,1,2 ], "a town in E central Switzerland, the capital of Glarus canton| Pop|: 6109" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glaser",1,1,1 ], "born 1926, U|S| physicist: invented the bubble chamber; Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glaser",1,1,1 ], "physics 1960" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glasgow",1,1,1 ], "a port in W central Scotland, administrative centre of Strathclyde region on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glasgow",1,1,1 ], "chiefly shipbuilding and engineering; university (1451)| Pop|: 896,958 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Glasgow",1,1,1 ], "the River Clyde: the largest city in Scotland; centre of a major industrial region," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glastonbury",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW England, in Somerset: remains of prehistoric lake villages; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glastonbury",1,1,1 ], "oldest in England| Pop|: 6571 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Glastonbury",1,1,1 ], "reputed burial place of King Arthur; site of a ruined Benedictine abbey, probably the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glaswegian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Glasgow or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glaswegian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Glasgow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glauber's salt",1,1,1 ], "the crystalline decahydrate of sodium sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glauce",1,1,1 ], "had deserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glauce",1,1,1 ], "the second bride of Jason, murdered on her wedding day by Medea, whom Jason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glauce",1,1,2 ], "a sea nymph, one of the Nereids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glazunov",1,1,1 ], "1865-1936, Russian composer, in France from 1928|A pupil of Rimsky-Korsakov," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glazunov",1,1,1 ], "he wrote eight symphonies and concertos for piano and for violin among other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glazunov",1,1,1 ], "works" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gle",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Sweden, on an inlet of the Gulf of Bothnia| Pop|: 84,625 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gleiwitz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Gliwice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glek Bogaz",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for the Cilician Gates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glen Albyn",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Great Glen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glen More",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Great Glen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glencoe",1,1,1 ], "Macdonalds by the Campbells and English troops (1692)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glencoe",1,1,1 ], "a glen in W Scotland, in S Highland region: site of the massacre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glendower",1,1,1 ], "Henry IV's rule in Wales (1400-15)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glendower",1,1,1 ], "Welsh name Owain Glyndwr| 1350-1416, Welsh chieftain, who led a revolt against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glenrothes",1,1,1 ], "a new town in Scotland, in Fife region: founded in 1948| Pop|: 27,137 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glinka" ,1, 1, 1],"1803-57, Russian composer who pioneered the Russian national school of music|",1). c_DEF([ "Glinka" ,1, 1, 1],"His works include the operas",2). c_DEF([ "Glinka" ,1, 1, 2],"and Russlan and Ludmilla (1842)",1). c_DEF([ "Glitz",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE East Germany, on the Neisse River: divided in 1945, the area on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glitz",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Glitz",1,1,1 ], "the E bank of the river becoming the Polish town of Zgorzelec|Pop|: 86,421 (1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glivare",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Sweden, within the Arctic Circle: iron mines| Pop|: 25,417 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gliwice",1,1,1 ], "Gleiwitz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gliwice",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S Poland| Pop|: 179,900 (1974 est|)| German name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glomma",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Norway, rising near the border with Sweden flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glomma",1,1,1 ], "power and floating timber| Length: 588 km (365 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Glomma",1,1,1 ], "south to the Skagerrak: the largest river in Scandinavia; important for hydroelectric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria Patri",1,1,1 ], "the Lesser Doxology (see Doxology), beginning in Latin with these words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria Patri",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria in Excelsis Deo",1,1,1 ], "the Greater Doxology (see Doxology), beginning in Latin with these words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria in Excelsis Deo",1,1,2 ], "Often shortened to Gloria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria in Excelsis Deo",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this, usually incorporated into the Ordinary of the Mass|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria",1,1,1 ], "any of several doxologies beginning with the word Gloria, esp| the Greater and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria",1,1,1 ], "the Lesser Doxologies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gloria",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of one of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glorious Revolution",1,1,1 ], "the establishment of William III and Mary II as joint monarchs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Glorious Revolution",1,1,1 ], "the events of 1688-89 in England that resulted in the ousting of James II and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Glos|",1,1,1 ], "Gloucestershire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucester",1,1,1 ], "Severn| Pop|: 90,134 (1971)| Latin name: Glevum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucester",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW England, administrative centre of Gloucestershire, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucester",2,1,1 ], "He acted as protector during Henry VI's minority (1422-29) and was noted for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucester",2,1,1 ], "Humphrey, Duke of| 1391-1447, English soldier and statesman; son of Henry IV|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucester",2,1,1 ], "patronage of humanists" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucester",2,1,2 ], "Duke of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucester",2,1,3 ], "Duke of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucestershire",1,1,1 ], "Forest of Dean and the main part of the Cotswold Hills| Administrative centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucestershire",1,1,1 ], "Gloucester| Pop|: 491,500 (1976 est|)| Area: 2704 sq| km (1044 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gloucestershire",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW England, situated around the lower Severn valley: contains the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gluck" ,1, 1, 1],"1714-87, German composer, esp| of operas, including",1). c_DEF([ "Gluck" ,1, 1, 2],"and Alceste (1767)",1). c_DEF([ "Gmc",1,1,1 ], "Germanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gnostic",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of Gnosticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gnostic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Gnostics or to Gnosticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gnosticism",1,1,1 ], "a religious movement characterized by a belief in gnosis, through which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gnosticism",1,1,1 ], "heresy by the Christian Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gnosticism",1,1,1 ], "spiritual element in man could be released from its bondage in matter: regarded as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gnosticize",1,1,1 ], "to maintain or profess Gnostic views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gnosticize",1,1,2 ], "to put a Gnostic interpretation upon (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goa powder",1,1,1 ], "another name for araroba ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goa",1,1,1 ], "Territory| Area: 3496 sq| km (1363 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Goa",1,1,1 ], "a Union Territory of India consisting of the widely separated districts of Goa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goa",1,1,1 ], "a district on the W coast of India: a Portuguese overseas territory from 1510" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goa",1,1,1 ], "and Daman and the island of Diu| Pop|: 857,771 (1971)| Area: 3693 sq| km (1440 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goa",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Goa",1,1,1 ], "until annexed by India in 1961 and, along with Daman and Diu, established as a Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goat",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Capricorn, the tenth sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gobbi",1,1,1 ], "born 1915, Italian operatic baritone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gobelin",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling tapestry made at the Gobelins' factory in Paris, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gobelin",1,1,1 ], "vivid pictorial scenes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gobelin",1,2,1 ], "a tapestry of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gobi",1,1,1 ], "China: one of the largest deserts in the world| Length: about 1600 km (1000 miles)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gobi",1,1,1 ], "Mongolian Autonomous Region of China: sometimes considered to include all the arid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gobi",1,1,1 ], "Shamo" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Gobi",1,1,1 ], "Width: about 1000 km (625 miles)| Average height: 900 m (3000 ft|)| Chinese name:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Gobi",1,1,1 ], "a desert in E Asia, mostly in the Mongolian People's Republic and the Inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gobi",1,1,1 ], "regions east of the Pamirs and north of the plateau of Tibet and the Great Wall of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "God",1,1,1 ], "Creator and ruler of all and is infinite in all attributes; the object of worship in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "God",1,1,1 ], "monotheistic religions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "God",1,1,1 ], "the sole Supreme Being, eternal, spiritual, and transcendent, who is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "God",1,1,2 ], "Truth, and Love" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "God",1,1,2 ], "the Supreme Being regarded as Infinite Mind, Spirit, Soul, Principle, Life," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "God",1,2,1 ], "an oath or exclamation used to indicate surprise, annoyance, etc| (and in such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "God",1,2,1 ], "expressions as My God! or God Almighty!)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "God's acre",1,1,1 ], "a churchyard or burial ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godard" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1930, French film director|Influenced by surrealism, his early works",1). c_DEF([ "Godard" ,1, 1, 1],"explored the political and documentary use of film|His works include",2). c_DEF([ "Godard" ,1, 1, 2],"Weekend (1967), and Pravda (1969)",1). c_DEF([ "Godavari",1,1,1 ], "a river in central India, rising in the Western Ghats and flowing southeast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godavari",1,1,1 ], "sacred river to Hindus| Length: about 1500 km (900 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Godavari",1,1,1 ], "the Bay of Bengal: extensive delta, linked by canal with the Krishna delta; a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goddard",1,1,1 ], "1882-1945, U|S| physicist| He made the first workable liquid-fuelled rocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godefroy de Bouillon",1,1,1 ], "1060-1100, French leader of the First Crusade (1096-99), becoming first ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godefroy de Bouillon",1,1,1 ], "of the Latin kingdom of Jerusalem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goderich",1,1,1 ], "English statesman prime minister 1827-28" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goderich",1,1,1 ], "Viscount, title of Frederick John Robinson, 1st Earl of Ripon 1782-1859," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godesberg",1,1,1 ], "a town and spa in West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the Rhine: a SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godesberg",1,1,1 ], "suburb of Bonn| Pop|: 70,700 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Godhead",1,1,1 ], "the essential nature and condition of being God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godhead",1,1,2 ], "the Godhead| God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godiva",1,1,1 ], "1040-1080, wife of Leofric, Earl of Mercia| According to legend, she rode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godiva",1,1,1 ], "heavy taxes imposed by her husband" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Godiva",1,1,1 ], "naked through Coventry in order to obtain remission for the townspeople from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Godolphin",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Godolphin| 1645-1712, English statesman; as Lord Treasurer, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godolphin",1,1,1 ], "managed the financing of Marlborough's campaigns in the War of the Spanish Succession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Godspeed",1,2,1 ], "an expression of one's good wishes for a person's success and safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godthaab",1,1,1 ], "Danish settlement in Greenland, founded in 1721| Pop|: 8209 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Godthaab",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Greenland, in the southwest on Godthaab Fiord: the oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godunov",1,1,1 ], "1551-1605, Russian regent (1584-98) and tsar (1598-1605)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin Austen",1,1,1 ], "another name for K2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,1 ], "Confessor| His son succeeded Edward to the throne as Harold II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,1 ], "died 1053, Earl of Wessex| He was chief adviser to Canute and Edward the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,2 ], "Mary, nee Wollstonecraft| 1759-97, English feminist and writer; author of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,2 ], "Vindication of the Rights of Women (1792)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,3 ], "In An Enquiry concerning Political Justice (1793), he rejected government and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,3 ], "her husband, William| 1756-1836, English political philosopher and novelist|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,3 ], "social institutions, including marriage| His views greatly influenced English romantic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Godwin",1,1,3 ], "writers" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Goebbels",1,1,1 ], "1897-1945, German Nazi politician minister of propaganda (1933-45)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goethe",1,1,1 ], "1749-1832, German poet, novelist, and dramatist, who settled in Weimar in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goethe",1,1,1 ], "1775| His early works of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goethe",1,1,2 ], "Sturm und Drang period include the play Gotz von Berlichingen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gog and Magog",1,1,1 ], "38)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gog and Magog",1,1,1 ], "a hostile prince and the land from which he comes to attack Israel (Ezekiel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gog and Magog",1,1,2 ], "be destroyed by God (Revelation 20:8-10)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gog and Magog",1,1,2 ], "two kings, who are to attack the Church in a climactic battle, but are then to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gogol" ,1, 1, 1],"1809-52, Russian novelist, dramatist, and short-story writer|His best-known",1). c_DEF([ "Gogol" ,1, 1, 1],"works are",2). c_DEF([ "Gogol" ,1, 1, 2],"a comedy satirizing bureaucracy, and the novel Dead Souls (1842)",1). c_DEF([ "Gogra",1,1,1 ], "a river in N India, rising in Tibet, in the Himalayas, and flowing southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gogra",1,1,1 ], "about 1000 km (600 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gogra",1,1,1 ], "through Nepal as the Karnali, then through Uttar Pradesh to join the Ganges| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goiania",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Brazil, capital of Goias state: planned in 1933 to replace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goiania",1,1,1 ], "the old capital, Goias; two universities| Pop|: 362,152 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goias",1,1,1 ], "a state of central Brazil, in the Brazilian Highlands: contains Brazilia, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goias",1,1,1 ], "km (250,416 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Goias",1,1,1 ], "new capital of Brazil| Capital: Goiania| Pop|: 2,938,677 (1970)| Area: 642,092 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goidel",1,1,1 ], "a Celt who speaks a Goidelic language; Gael" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goidelic",1,1,1 ], "and Manx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goidelic",1,1,1 ], "the N group of Celtic languages, consisting of Irish Gaelic, Scottish Gaelic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goidelic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Going",1,1,1 ], "(1967-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Going",1,1,1 ], "born 1943, New Zealand Rugby Union footballer: halfback for the All Blacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golconda",1,1,1 ], "1687, then annexed to the Mogul empire; renowned for its diamonds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Golconda",1,1,1 ], "Hyderabad city: capital of one of the five Muslim kingdoms of the Deccan from 1512 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golconda",1,1,1 ], "a ruined town and fortress in S central India, in W Andhra Pradesh near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golconda",2,1,1 ], "a source of wealth or riches, esp| a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gold Coast",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1957) of Ghana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gold Coast",1,1,2 ], "the former name of Southport (Australia)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gold Stick",1,1,1 ], "Gentlemen-at-arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gold Stick",1,1,1 ], "a gilt rod carried by the colonel of the Life Guards or the captain of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gold Stick",1,1,2 ], "the bearer of this rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goldbach's conjecture",1,1,1 ], "numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goldbach's conjecture",1,1,1 ], "the hypothesis that every even number greater than two is the sum of two prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Delicious",1,1,1 ], "a variety of eating apple having sweet flesh and greenish-yellow skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Fleece",1,1,1 ], "a sacred grove, whence Jason and the Argonauts stole it with the help of Aeetes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Fleece",1,1,1 ], "daughter" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Fleece",1,1,1 ], "the fleece of a winged ram that rescued Phrixus and brought him to Colchis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Fleece",1,1,1 ], "where he sacrificed it to Zeus| Phrixus gave the fleece to King Aeetes who kept it in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Gate",1,1,1 ], "Bridge, with a central span of 1260 m (4200 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Gate",1,1,1 ], "a strait between the Pacific and San Francisco Bay: crossed by the Golden Gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Horde",1,1,1 ], "Russia| Defeated by the power of Muscovy (1380), the realm split into four smaller" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Horde",1,1,1 ], "established the westernmost Mongol khanate, which at its height ruled most of European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Horde",1,1,1 ], "khanates in 1405" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Horde",1,1,1 ], "the Mongol horde that devastated E Europe in the early 13th century| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Horn",1,1,1 ], "Turkish name: Halic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golden Horn",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Bosporus in NW Turkey, forming the harbour of Istanbul|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golding",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, English novelist noted for his allegories of man's proclivity for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golding",1,1,1 ], "evil| His novels include Lord of the Flies (1954) and Free Fall (1959)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goldoni" ,1, 1, 1],"1707-93, Italian dramatist author of over 250 plays in Italian or French,",1). c_DEF([ "Goldoni" ,1, 1, 1],"including",2). c_DEF([ "Goldoni" ,1, 1, 2],"His work introduced realistic Italian comedy, superseding the commedia",1). c_DEF([ "Goldoni" ,1, 1, 2],"dell'arte|",2). c_DEF([ "Goldschmidt",1,1,1 ], "1878-1958, U|S| geneticist, born in Germany| He advanced the theory that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goldschmidt",1,1,1 ], "heredity is determined by the chemical configuration of the chromosome molecule rather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goldschmidt",1,1,1 ], "than by the qualities of the individual genes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Goldsmith",1,1,1 ], "1728-74, Irish poet, dramatist, and novelist| His works include the novel The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goldsmith",1,1,1 ], "Stoops to Conquer (1773)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Goldsmith",1,1,1 ], "Vicar of Wakefield (1766), the poem The Deserted Village (1770), and the comedy She" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golgi body",1,1,1 ], "a membranous complex of vesicles, vacuoles, and flattened sacs in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golgi body",1,1,1 ], "cytoplasm of most cells: involved in intracellular secretion and transport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golgi",1,1,1 ], "1844-1926, Italian neurologist and histologist, noted for his work on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golgi",1,1,1 ], "central nervous system and his discovery in animal cells of the bodies known by his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Golgi",1,1,1 ], "name: shared the Nobel prize for medicine 1906" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Golgotha",1,1,1 ], "another name for Calvary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Golgotha",1,1,2 ], "a place of burial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goliath",1,1,1 ], "David with a stone from his sling (I Samuel 17)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goliath",1,1,1 ], "a Philistine giant from Gath who terrorized the Hebrews until he was killed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gomberg",1,1,1 ], "1866-1947, U|S| chemist, born in Russia, noted for his work on free radicals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gomel",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W Soviet Union, in the SE Byelorussian SSR: belonged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gomel",1,1,1 ], "to Lithuania until 1772| Pop|: 337,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gomorrah",1,1,1 ], "destroyed by God as a punishment for the wickedness of their inhabitants (Genesis 19:24)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gomorrah",1,1,1 ], "one of two ancient cities near the Dead Sea, the other being Sodom, that were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gomorrah",1,1,2 ], "any place notorious for vice and depravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gompers",1,1,1 ], "1850-1924, U|S| labour leader, born in England; a founder of the American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gompers",1,1,1 ], "Federation of Labor and its president (1886-94; 1896-1924)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gomulka",1,1,1 ], "(1956-70)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gomulka",1,1,1 ], "born 1905, Polish statesman first secretary of the Polish Communist Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gonaives",1,1,1 ], "Haiti's independence (1804)| Pop|: 14,000 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gonaives",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Haiti, on the Gulf of Gonaives;scene of the proclamation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goncourt",1,1,1 ], "1822-96, and his brother, ,Jules Alfred Huot de" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goncourt",1,1,2 ], "1830-70, French writers, noted for their collaboration, esp| on their Journal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goncourt",1,1,2 ], "and for the Acad'""emie Goncourt founded by Edmond""s will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gond",1,1,1 ], "a member of a formerly tribal people now living in scattered enclaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gond",1,1,1 ], "throughout S central India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gondar",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 36,570 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gondar",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Ethiopia: capital of Ethiopia from the 17th century until 1868|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gondi",1,1,1 ], "Dravidian family of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gondi",1,1,1 ], "the language or group of languages spoken by the Gonds, belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gondwanaland",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical southern continental mass of the late Palaeozoic and Mesozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gondwanaland",1,1,1 ], "eras that included Antarctica, South America, Africa, India, and Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gongola",1,1,1 ], "Yola| Pop|: 1,585,200 (1976 est)| Area: 13,664 sq| km (5275 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gongola",1,1,1 ], "a state of E Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of Northeastern State| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gongorism",1,1,1 ], "an affected literary style characterized by intricate language and obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gongorism",1,1,2 ], "an example of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gonzales",1,1,1 ], "known as Pancho| born 1928, U|S| tennis player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gonzlez",1,1,1 ], "1876-1942, Spanish sculptor: one of the first to create abstract geometric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gonzlez",1,1,1 ], "forms with soldered iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Good Book",1,1,1 ], "a name for the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Good Friday",1,1,1 ], "Jesus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Good Friday",1,1,1 ], "the Friday before Easter, observed as a commemoration of the Crucifixion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Good King Henry",1,1,1 ], "Asia, and North America, having arrow-shaped leaves and clusters of small green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Good King Henry",1,1,1 ], "a weedy chenopodiaceous plant, Chenopodium bonus-henricus, of N Europe, W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Good King Henry",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Good Samaritan",1,1,1 ], "a figure in one of Christ's parables (Luke 10:30-37) who is an example of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Good Samaritan",1,1,1 ], "compassion towards those in distress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Good Samaritan",1,1,2 ], "a kindly person who helps another in difficulty or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Good Shepherd",1,1,1 ], "a title given to Jesus Christ in John 1011-12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goodman",1,1,1 ], "born 1909, U|S| jazz clarinettist and bandleader, whose treatment of popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goodman",1,1,1 ], "songs created the jazz idiom known as swing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goodwin Sands",1,1,1 ], "a dangerous stretch of shoals at the entrance to the Strait of Dover:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goodwin Sands",1,1,1 ], "separated from the E coast of Kent by the Downs roadstead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goodyear",1,1,1 ], "1800-60, U|S| inventor of vulcanized rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goole",1,1,1 ], "Don Rivers, 75 km (47 miles) from the North Sea| Pop|: 18,066 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goole",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in NE England, in Humberside at the confluence of the Ouse and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorakhpur",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 230,911 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorakhpur",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in SE Uttar Pradesh: formerly an important Muslim garrison|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorbals",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of Glasgow, formerly known for its slums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gordian knot",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek legend) a complicated knot, tied by King Gordius of Phrygia, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gordian knot",1,1,1 ], "Alexander the Great cut with a sword" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gordian knot",1,1,2 ], "a complicated and intricate problem (esp| in the phrase cut the Gordian knot)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon setter",1,1,1 ], "a breed of setter originating in Scotland, with a black-and-tan coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,1 ], "Charles George, known as Chinese Gordon| 1833-85, British general and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,1 ], "Sudan (1877-80), returning in 1884 to aid Egyptian forces against the Mahdi| He was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,1 ], "administrator| He helped to crush the Taiping rebellion (1863-64), and was governor of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,1 ], "killed in the siege of Khartoum" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,2 ], "Lord George| 1751-93, English religious agitator| He led the Protestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,2 ], "culminated in the Gordon riots (1780)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,2 ], "opposition to legislation relieving Roman Catholics of certain disabilities, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gordon",1,1,3 ], "George Hamilton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorgias",1,1,1 ], "485-380 b|c|, Greek sophist and rhetorician, subject of a dialogue by Plato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorgon",1,1,1 ], "any of three winged monstrous sisters, Stheno, Euryale, and Medusa, who had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorgon",1,1,1 ], "live snakes for hair, huge teeth, and brazen claws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorgon",1,1,2 ], "a fierce or unpleasant woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorgonian",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a Gorgon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorgonzola",1,1,1 ], "a semihard blue-veined cheese of sharp flavour, made from pressed milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorica",1,1,1 ], "the Serbo-Croatian name for Gorizia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorizia",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Italy, in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, on the Isonzo River: cultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorizia",1,1,1 ], "centre under the Hapsburgs| Pop|: 42,980 (1971)| German name: Gorz|Serbo-Croatian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorizia",1,1,1 ], "name: Gorica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",1,1,1 ], "1932): Nizhni Novgorod" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",1,1,1 ], "Asia; birthplace of Maxim Gorki| Pop|: 1,283,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and port in the central Soviet Union, at the confluence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",1,1,1 ], "the Volga and Oka Rivers: situated on the Volga route from the Baltic to central" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",2,1,1 ], "autobiographical trilogy (1913-23)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",2,1,1 ], "dramatist, and short-story writer, noted for his depiction of the outcasts of society| His" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",2,1,1 ], "pen name of Aleksey Maximovich Peshkov| 1868-1936, Russian novelist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorki",2,1,1 ], "works include the play The Lower Depths (1902), the novel Mother (1907), and an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gorky",1,1,1 ], "1904-48, U|S| abstract expressionist painter|Influenced by Picasso and Miro," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorky",1,1,1 ], "his style is characterized by fluid lines and resonant colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorlovka",1,1,1 ], "Donets basin: a major coal-mining centre| Pop|: 342,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorlovka",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the SE Ukrainian SSR in the centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorno-Altai Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Gorno-Altaisk| Pop|: 168,261 (1970)| Area: 92,600 sq| km (35,740 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gorno-Altai Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S central Soviet Union: mountainous, rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorno-Altai Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "over 4350 m (14,500 ft|) in the Altai Mountains of the south| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "63,700 sq| km (24,590 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, in the Tadzhik SSR:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "generally mountainous and inaccessible| Capital: Khorog| Pop|: 97,796 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorsedd",1,1,1 ], "(in Wales) the bardic institution associated with the eisteddfod, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gorsedd",1,1,1 ], "meeting of bards and druids held daily before the eisteddfod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gorton",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, Australian statesman; prime minister (1968-71)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goshen",1,1,1 ], "a region of ancient Egypt, east of the Nile delta: granted to Jacob and his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goshen",1,1,1 ], "descendants by the king of Egypt and inhabited by them until the Exodus (Genesis 45:10)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goshen",1,1,2 ], "a place of comfort and plenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gospel",1,1,1 ], "and John" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gospel",1,1,1 ], "any of the first four books of the New Testament, namely Matthew, Mark, Luke," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gospel",1,1,2 ], "a reading from one of these in a religious service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gosplan",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gosplan",1,1,1 ], "republics: responsible for coordination and development of the economy, social services," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gosplan",1,1,1 ], "the state planning commission of the Soviet Union or any of its constituent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gosport",1,1,1 ], "16th century| Pop|: 75,947 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gosport",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Hampshire on Portsmouth harbour: naval base since the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gosse",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edmund William| 1849-1928, English critic and poet, noted particularly for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gosse",1,1,1 ], "his autobiographical work Father and Son (1907)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gotama",1,1,1 ], "the Pali form of the name Gautama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goth",1,1,1 ], "Baltic early in the first millennium a|d|They moved on to the Ukrainian steppes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goth",1,1,1 ], "a member of an East Germanic people from Scandinavia who settled south of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goth",1,1,1 ], "century" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Goth",1,1,1 ], "raided and later invaded many parts of the Roman Empire from the 3rd to the 5th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Goth",1,1,2 ], "a rude or barbaric person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gotha",1,1,1 ], "Saxe-Coburg-Gotha (1826-1918); noted for the Almanach de Gotha (a record of the royal and noble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gotha",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW East Germany, on the N edge of the Thuringian forest: capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gotha",1,1,1 ], "houses of Europe, first published in 1764)| Pop|: 57,038 (1972 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gotham",1,1,1 ], "a village in N central England, in Nottinghamshire near Nottingham: renowned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gotham",1,1,1 ], "for the legend of its early inhabitants, the Wise Men of Gotham, who feigned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gotham",1,1,1 ], "stupidity in order to dissuade King John from residing in their neighbourhood|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gotham",1,1,2 ], "a nickname for the city of New York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothenburg",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Goteborg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic arch",1,1,1 ], "another name for lancet arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or resembling the style of architecture that was used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,1 ], "in W Europe from the 12th to the 16th centuries, characterized by the lancet arch," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,1 ], "the ribbed vault, and the flying buttress" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,2 ], "in W Europe from the 12th to the 16th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the style of sculpture, painting, or other arts as practised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a literary style characterized by gloom, the grotesque, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,3 ], "the supernatural, popular esp| in the late 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Goths or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,5 ], "primitive and barbarous in style, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,2,1 ], "Gothic architecture or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,2,2 ], "the extinct language of the ancient Goths, known mainly from fragments of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,2,2 ], "translation of the Bible made in the 4th century by Bishop Wulfila" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,2,3 ], "the family of heavy script typefaces in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothic",1,2,3 ], "use from about the 15th to 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gothicism",1,1,1 ], "conformity to, use of, or imitation of the Gothic style, esp| in architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothicism",1,1,2 ], "crudeness of manner or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gothicize",1,1,1 ], "to make Gothic in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goth|",1,1,1 ], "Gothic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gotland" ,1, 1, 1],"Gothland, or Gottlandn",1). c_DEF([ "Gotland" ,1, 1, 2],"(including associated islands) 53,780 (1970)|Area: 3140 sq| km (1225 sq| miles)",4). c_DEF([ "Gotland" ,1, 1, 2],"an island in the Baltic Sea, off the SE coast of Sweden: important trading",1). c_DEF([ "Gotland" ,1, 1, 2],"becoming Swedish in 1645; tourism and agriculture now important|Capital: Visby|Pop|:",3). c_DEF([ "Gotland" ,1, 1, 2],"centre since the Bronze Age; long disputed between Sweden and Denmark, finally",2). c_DEF([ "Gottfried von Strassburg",1,1,1 ], "Isolde, the version of the legend that served as the basis of Wagner's opera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gottfried von Strassburg",1,1,1 ], "early 13th-century German poet; author of the incomplete epic Tristan and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gouda",1,1,1 ], "a town in the W Netherlands, in South Holland province: important medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gouda",1,1,1 ], "cloth trade; famous for its cheese| Pop|: 47,920 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gouda",1,1,2 ], "a large flat round Dutch cheese, mild and similar in taste to Edam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gould",1,1,1 ], "1824-96, U|S| astronomer: the first to use the telegraph to determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gould",1,1,1 ], "longtitudes; founded the Astronomical Journal (1849)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gounod" ,1, 1, 1],"1818-93, French composer of the operas",1). c_DEF([ "Gounod" ,1, 1, 2],"and Romeo and Juliet (1867)",1). c_DEF([ "Gourmont",1,1,1 ], "1858-1915, French symbolist critic and novelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Govt|",1,1,1 ], "government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gov|",1,1,1 ], "government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gov|",1,1,2 ], "governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gower",1,1,1 ], "1330-1408, English poet, noted particularly for his tales of love, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gower",1,1,1 ], "Confessio Amantis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gower",2,1,1 ], "a peninsula in S Wales, in West Glamorgan in the Bristol Channel: mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gower",2,1,1 ], "agricultural with several resorts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gowon",1,1,1 ], "born 1934, Nigerian general and statesman head of state from 1966 until his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gowon",1,1,1 ], "overthrow in 1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goya",1,1,1 ], "(1799)| He recorded the French invasion of Spain in a series of etchings The Disasters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Goya",1,1,1 ], "etcher; well known for his portraits, he became court painter to Charles IV of Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Goya",1,1,1 ], "full name Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes| 1746-1828, Spanish painter and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Goya",1,1,1 ], "of War (1810-14) and two paintings 2 May 1808 and 3 May 1808 (1814)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Graafian follicle",1,1,1 ], "a fluid-filled vesicle in the mammalian ovary containing a developing egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graafian follicle",1,1,1 ], "cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gracchus",1,1,1 ], "163-133 b|c|, and his younger brother, Gaius Sempronius , 153-121 b|c|, known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gracchus",1,1,1 ], "as the Gracchi| Roman tribunes and reformers| Tiberius attempted to redistribute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gracchus",1,1,1 ], "occurred when the reform was revived by Gaius, and he too was killed" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gracchus",1,1,1 ], "public land among the poor but was murdered in the ensuing riot| Violence again" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grace" ,2, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Grace" ,2, 1, 2],"1848-1915, English cricketer",1). c_DEF([ "Grace",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by your, his, or her) a title used to address or refer to a duke," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grace",1,1,1 ], "duchess, or archbishop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graces",1,1,1 ], "and beauty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graces",1,1,1 ], "three sisters, the goddesses Aglaia, Euphrosyne, and Thalia, givers of charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graeae",1,1,1 ], "guardians of their sisters, the Gorgons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graeae",1,1,1 ], "three aged sea deities, having only one eye and one tooth among them," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graecism",1,1,1 ], "Greek characteristics or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graecism",1,1,2 ], "admiration for or imitation of these, as in sculpture or architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graecism",1,1,3 ], "a form of words characteristic or imitative of the idiom of the Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graecism",1,1,3 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graecize",1,1,1 ], "another word for Hellenize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graeco-",1,1,1 ], "Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graeco-Roman",1,1,1 ], "Roman sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graeco-Roman",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to Greek and Roman influences, as found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graeco-Roman",1,1,2 ], "denoting a style of wrestling in which the legs may not be used to obtain a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graeco-Roman",1,1,2 ], "fall and no hold may be applied below the waist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graf",1,1,1 ], "a German or Swedish count: often used as a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graham Land",1,1,1 ], "Territory in 1962 (formerly part of the Falkland Islands Dependencies)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graham Land",1,1,1 ], "the N part of the Antarctic Peninsula: became part of the British Antarctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graham",1,1,1 ], "Martha| born 1895, U|S| dancer and choreographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graham",1,1,2 ], "William Franklin, known as Billy Graham| born 1918, U|S| evangelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grahame",1,1,1 ], "1859-1932, Scottish author, noted for the children's classic The Wind in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grahame",1,1,1 ], "Willows (1908)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graiae",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Graeae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graian Alps",1,1,1 ], "peak: Gran Paradiso, 4061 m (13,323 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graian Alps",1,1,1 ], "the N part of the Western Alps, in France and NW Piedmont, Italy| Highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grail",1,1,1 ], "see Holy Grail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grainger",1,1,1 ], "1882-1961, Australian pianist, composer, and collector of folk music on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grainger",1,1,1 ], "many of his works are based" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gram's method",1,1,1 ], "a staining technique used to classify bacteria, based on their ability to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gram's method",1,1,1 ], "retain or lose a violet colour, produced by crystal violet and iodine, after treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gram's method",1,1,1 ], "with a decolorizing agent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gram-negative",1,1,1 ], "designating bacteria that fail to retain the violet stain in Gram's method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gram-positive",1,1,1 ], "designating bacteria that retain the violet stain in Gram's method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grampian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "(4406 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grampian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of central Scotland, extending from the southwest to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grampian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "northeast and separating the Highlands from the Lowlands| Highest peak: Ben Nevis, 1343 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grampian Mountains",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range in SE Australia, in W Victoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grampian Region",1,1,1 ], "453,829 (1976 est|)| Area: 8700 sq| km (3360 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grampian Region",1,1,1 ], "Kincardineshire, and most of Banffshire and Morayshire| Administrative centre: Aberdeen| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grampian Region",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in NE Scotland, formed in 1975 from Aberdeenshire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gran Canaria",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Grand Canary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gran Chaco",1,1,1 ], "a plain of S central South America, between the Andes and the Paraguay River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gran Chaco",1,1,1 ], "about 780,000 sq| km (300,000 sq| miles)| Often shortened to: Chaco" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gran Chaco",1,1,1 ], "in SE Bolivia, E Paraguay, and N Argentina: huge swamps and scrub forest| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gran Paradiso",1,1,1 ], "Height: 4061 m (13,323 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gran Paradiso",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NW Italy, in NW Piedmont: the highest peak of the Graian Alps|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,1 ], "a former kingdom of S Spain, in Andalusia: founded in the 13th century and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,1 ], "divided in 1833 into the present-day provinces of Granada, Almeria, and Malaga" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,2 ], "Alhambra palace (13th and 14th centuries); university (1531)| Pop|: 190,429 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,2 ], "a city in S Spain, in Andalusia: capital of the Moorish kingdom of Granada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,2 ], "from 1238 to 1492 and a great commercial and cultural centre, containing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,3 ], "a city in SW Nicaragua, on the NW shore of Lake Nicaragua: the oldest city in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,3 ], "century| Pop|: 51,500 (1971 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Granada",1,1,3 ], "the country, founded in 1523 by Cordoba; attacked frequently by pirates in the 17th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Granados",1,1,1 ], "full name Enrique Granados y Campina| 1867-1916, Spanish composer, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granados",1,1,1 ], "name" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Granados",1,1,1 ], "the Goyescas (1911) for piano, which formed the basis for an opera of the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Bahama",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Atlantic, in the W Bahamas| Pop|: 225,859 (1970)| Area: 1114" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Bahama",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (430 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Banks",1,1,1 ], "(350 miles) off the SE coast of Newfoundland: meeting place of the cold Labrador" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Banks",1,1,1 ], "Current and the warm Gulf Stream, producing frequent fogs and rich fishing grounds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Banks",1,1,1 ], "a part of the continental shelf in the Atlantic, extending for about 560 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canal",1,1,1 ], "1292| Length: about 1600 km (1000 miles)| Chinese name: Yun-Ho Ta" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canal",1,1,1 ], "Rivers, finished in 486 b|c|; north section finished by Kublai Khan between 1282 and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canal",1,1,1 ], "a canal in E China, extending north from Hangchow to Tientsin: the longest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canal",1,1,1 ], "canal in China, now partly silted up; central section, linking the Yangtze and Yellow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canal",1,1,2 ], "a canal in Venice, forming the main water thoroughfare: noted for its bridges," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canal",1,1,2 ], "the Rialto, and the fine palaces along its banks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canary",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Atlantic, in the Canary Islands: part of the Spanish province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canary",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Spanish name: Gran Canaria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canary",1,1,1 ], "of Las Palmas| Capital: Las Palmas| Pop|: 489,881 (1970)| Area: 1533 (592 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canyon",1,1,1 ], "a gorge of the Colorado River in N Arizona, extending from its junction with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canyon",1,1,1 ], "covering 2610 sq| km (1008 sq| miles)| Length: 451 km (280 miles)| Width: 6 km (4 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canyon",1,1,1 ], "multicoloured strata of a high plateau; partly contained in the Grand Canyon National Park," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canyon",1,1,1 ], "the Little Colorado River to Lake Mead; cut by vertical river erosion through the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Canyon",1,1,1 ], "to 29 km (18 miles)| Greatest depth: over 1|5 km (1 mile)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Coulee",1,1,1 ], "168 m (550 ft|)| Length of dam: 1310 m (4300 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Coulee",1,1,1 ], "a canyon in central Washington State, over 120 m (400 ft|) deep, at the N end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Coulee",1,1,1 ], "of which is situated the Grand Coulee Dam, on the Columbia River| Height of dam:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Falls",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1965) of Churchill Falls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Guignol",1,1,1,1 ], "a brief sensational play intended to horrify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Guignol",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier of, relating to, or like plays of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Lama",1,1,1 ], "either of two high priests of Lamaism, the Dalai Lama or the Panchen Lama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Manan",1,1,1 ], "a Canadian island, off the SW coast of New Brunswick: separated from the coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Manan",1,1,1 ], "of Maine by the Grand Manan Channel|Area: 147 sq| km (57 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Master",1,1,1 ], "organizations, such as the Templars or Freemasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Master",1,1,1 ], "the title borne by the head of any of various societies, orders, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Mufti",1,1,1 ], "constitutional administrator there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Mufti",1,1,1 ], "the titular head of the Muslim community in Jerusalem and formerly the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Mufti",1,1,2 ], "(in Turkey) the former official head of the state religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand National",1,1,1 ], "an annual steeplechase run at Aintree, Liverpool, since 1839" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Old Party",1,1,1 ], "a nickname for the Republican Party since 1880" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Pr",1,1,1 ], "a village in SE Canada, in W Nova Scotia: setting of Longfellow's Evangeline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Prix",1,1,1,1 ], "World Championship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Prix",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a series of formula motor races held to determine the annual Driver's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Prix",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Prix",1,1,2 ], "a race for three-year-old horses run at Maisons Lafitte near Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Rapids",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Michigan| Pop|: 190,696 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Remonstrance",1,1,1 ], "English history| the document prepared by the Long Parliament in 1640 listing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Remonstrance",1,1,1 ], "Parliament advocated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grand Remonstrance",1,1,1 ], "the evils of the king's government, the abuses already rectified, and the reforms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grande-Terre",1,1,1 ], "an island in the French West Indies, in the Lesser Antilles: one of the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grande-Terre",1,1,1 ], "islands which constitute Guadeloupe| Chief town: Pointe-a-Pitre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grandma Moses",1,1,1 ], "the nickname of (Anna Mary Robertson)Moses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grange",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the| an association of farmers that strongly influenced state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grange",1,1,1 ], "legislatures in the late 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grange",1,1,2 ], "a lodge of this association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grangemouth",1,1,1 ], "a port in Scotland, in the Central region: now Scotland's second port, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grangemouth",1,1,1 ], "oil refineries, shipyards, and chemical industries| Pop|: 24,572 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Granicus",1,1,1 ], "against the Persians (334 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Granicus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient river in NW Asia Minor where Alexander won his first major battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granny Smith",1,1,1 ], "a variety of hard green-skinned apple eaten raw or cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grant",1,1,1 ], "(1869-77); commander in chief of Union forces in the American Civil War (1864-65)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grant",1,1,1 ], "original name Hiram Ulysses Grant| 1822-85, 18th president of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granta",1,1,1 ], "the local name for the River Cam as it flows through Cambridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granth",1,1,1 ], "the gurus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Granth",1,1,1 ], "the sacred scripture of the Sikhs, believed by them to be the embodiment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granville-Barker",1,1,1 ], "1877-1946, English dramatist, theatre director, and critic, noted particularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Granville-Barker",1,1,1 ], "for his Prefaces to Shakespeare (1927-47)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grappelli",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, French jazz violinist: with Django Reinhardt, he led the Quintet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grappelli",1,1,1 ], "the Hot Club of France between 1934 and 1939" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grasmere",1,1,1 ], "William Wordsworth and of Thomas de Quincey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grasmere",1,1,1 ], "a village in NW England, in Cumbria at the head of Lake Grasmere: home of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grass" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1927, German novelist, dramatist, and poet, noted particularly for his",1). c_DEF([ "Grass" ,1, 1, 1],"novels",2). c_DEF([ "Grass" ,1, 1, 2],"and Dog Years (1963)",1). c_DEF([ "Gratian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Flavius Gratianus| 359-383 a|d|, Roman emperor (367-383): ruled the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gratian",1,1,1 ], "Western Roman Empire with his brother Valentinian II (375-83); appointed Theodosius I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gratian",1,1,1 ], "emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire (379)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grattan",1,1,1 ], "1746-1820, Irish statesman and orator: led the movement that secured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grattan",1,1,1 ], "campaigned for Catholic emancipation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grattan",1,1,1 ], "legislative independence for Ireland (1782), opposed union with England (1800), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graubden",1,1,1 ], "Italian name: Grigioni|Romansch name: Grishun|French name: Grisons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Graubden",1,1,1 ], "an Alpine canton of E Switzerland: the largest of the cantons, but sparsely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graubden",1,1,1 ], "populated| Capital: Chur| Pop|: 162,086 (1970)| Area: 7109 sq| km (2773 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gravenhage",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch name for (The)Hague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graves",1,1,1 ], "Claudius (1934) and Claudius the God (1934)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Graves",1,1,1 ], "War I autobiography, Goodbye to All That (1929), and the historical novels I," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graves",1,1,1 ], "a white or red wine from the district around Bordeaux, France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graves",1,1,1 ], "born 1895, English poet, novelist, and critic, whose works include his World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graves",1,1,2 ], "a dry or medium sweet white wine from any country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graves' disease",1,1,1 ], "another name for exophthalmic goitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gravesend",1,1,1 ], "a river port in SE England, in NW Kent on the Thames| Pop|: 54,044 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gravettian",1,1,1 ], "characterized esp| by small pointed blades with blunt backs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gravettian",1,1,1 ], "of, referring to, or characteristic of an Upper Palaeolithic culture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gray code",1,1,1 ], "a modification of a number system, esp| a binary code, in which any adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gray code",1,1,1 ], "absolute difference being the value 1" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gray code",1,1,1 ], "pair of numbers, in counting order, differ in their digits at one position only, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gray",1,1,1 ], "1716-71, English poet, best known for his Elegy written in a Country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gray",1,1,1 ], "Churchyard (1751)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gray's Inn",1,1,1 ], "(in England) one of the four legal societies in London that together form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gray's Inn",1,1,1 ], "Inns of Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Graz",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SE Austria, capital of Styria province: the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Graz",1,1,1 ], "largest city in the country| Pop|: 248,500 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Australian Bight",1,1,1 ], "a wide bay of the Indian Ocean, in S Australia, extending from Cape Pasley to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Australian Bight",1,1,1 ], "the Eyre Peninsula: notorious for storms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Barrier Reef",1,1,1 ], "a coral reef in the Coral Sea, off the NE coast of Australia, extending for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Barrier Reef",1,1,1 ], "about 2000 km (1250 miles) from the Torres Strait along the coast of Queensland; the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Barrier Reef",1,1,1 ], "largest coral reef in the world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Basin",1,1,1 ], "Nevada Mountains, having no drainage to the ocean: includes Nevada, W Utah, and parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Basin",1,1,1 ], "a semiarid region of the western U|S|, between the Wasatch and the Sierra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Basin",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Great Basin",1,1,1 ], "of E California, S Oregon, and Idaho| Area: about 490,000 sq| km (189,000 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Bear Lake",1,1,1 ], "Area: 31,792 sq| km (12,275 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Bear Lake",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW Canada, in the Northwest Territories: the largest freshwater lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Bear Lake",1,1,1 ], "entirely in Canada; drained by the Great Bear River, which flows to the Mackenzie River|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Bear",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Ursa Major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Belt",1,1,1 ], "a strait in Denmark, between Sjalland and Fyn islands, linking the Kattegat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Belt",1,1,1 ], "with the Baltic| Danish name: Store Balt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 53,821,364 (1971)| Area: 229,523 sq| km (88,619 sq| miles)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "Scotland, and Wales; forms, with Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom of Great Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "and Northern Ireland| It is divided geologically along a line between the Tees and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "constituting mountains and upland, the rocks to the south and east being younger, forming" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "mainland of W Europe by the English Channel and the North Sea: consists of England," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "plains and low hills| It has an indented coastline and several groups of islands|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "the Exe, the rocks to the north and west being generally old and resistant," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Great Britain",1,1,1 ], "the largest island in Europe and in the British Isles, separated from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Dane",1,1,1 ], "one of a very large rangy breed of dog with a short coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Divide",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Continental Divide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Dividing Range",1,1,1 ], "Australia, in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria; the highest range is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Dividing Range",1,1,1 ], "Australian Alps, in the south" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Dividing Range",1,1,1 ], "a series of mountain ranges and plateaus roughly parallel to the E coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Dog",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Canis Major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Glen",1,1,1 ], "Moray Firth in the east to Loch Linnhe and containing Loch Ness and Loch Lochy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Glen",1,1,1 ], "a fault valley across the whole of Scotland, extending southwest from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Indian Desert",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Thar Desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Karoo",1,1,1 ], "(2500 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Karoo",1,1,1 ], "an arid plateau of S central South Africa, in Cape Province, separated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Karoo",1,1,1 ], "the Little Karoo to the southwest by the Swartberg range| Average height: 750 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Lakes",1,1,1 ], "Ontario, which are divided by the border between the U|S| and Canada and Lake Michigan," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Lakes",1,1,1 ], "a group of five lakes in central North America with connecting waterways: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Lakes",1,1,1 ], "largest group of lakes in the world: consists of Lakes Superior, Huron, Erie, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Lakes",1,1,1 ], "length: 3767 km (2340 miles)| Area: 246,490 sq| km (95,170 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Great Lakes",1,1,1 ], "waterways in the world, discharging through the St| Lawrence into the Atlantic| Total" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Great Lakes",1,1,1 ], "which is wholly in the U|S|; constitutes the most important system of inland" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Great Leap Forward",1,1,1 ], "country's economic problems by labour-intensive industrialization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Leap Forward",1,1,1 ], "the attempt by the People's Republic of China in 1959-60 to solve the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Mogul",1,1,1 ], "any of the Muslim emperors of India (1526-1857)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Plains",1,1,1 ], "a vast region of North America east of the Rocky Mountains, extending from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Plains",1,1,1 ], "lowlands of the Mackenzie River (Canada), south to the Big Bend of the Rio Grande" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Power",1,1,1 ], "a nation that has exceptional political influence, resources, and military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Power",1,1,1 ], "strength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Rebellion",1,1,1 ], "another name for the English Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Rift Valley",1,1,1 ], "escarpments" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Rift Valley",1,1,1 ], "the most extensive rift in the earth's surface, extending from the Jordan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Rift Valley",1,1,1 ], "valley in Syria to Mozambique; marked by a chain of steep-sided lakes, volcanoes, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Russian",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for Russian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Russian",1,1,2 ], "a member of the chief East Slavonic people of Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Russian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Salt Lake",1,1,1 ], "(4200 ft|): the area has fluctuated from less than 2500 sq| km (1000 sq| miles) to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Salt Lake",1,1,1 ], "a shallow salt lake in NW Utah, in the Great Basin at an altitude of 1260 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Salt Lake",1,1,1 ], "over 5000 sq| km (2000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Sandy Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in NW Australia| Area: about 415,000 sq| km (160,000 sq| miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Sandy Desert",1,1,2 ], "the English name for the Rub` al Khali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Schism",1,1,1 ], "rival popes reigned at Rome and Avignon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Schism",1,1,1 ], "the division within the Roman Catholic Church from 1378 to 1429, during which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Slave Lake",1,1,1 ], "River into the Arctic Ocean| Area: 28,440 sq| km (10,980 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Slave Lake",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW Canada, in the Northwest Territories: drained by the Mackenzie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Slave River",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Slave River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Smoky Mountains",1,1,1 ], "peak: Clingman's Dome, 2024 m (6642 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Smoky Mountains",1,1,1 ], "the W part of the Appalachians, in W North Carolina and E Tennessee| Highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great St| Bernard Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the W Alps, between SW central Switzerland and N Italy: noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great St| Bernard Pass",1,1,1 ], "the hospice at the summit, founded in the 11th century| Height: 2433 m (8111 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Trek",1,1,1 ], "South African history| the migration of Boer farmers from the Cape Colony to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Trek",1,1,1 ], "the north and east from about 1836 to 1845 to escape British authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Victoria Desert",1,1,1 ], "323,750 sq| km (125,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Victoria Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in S Australia, in SE Western Australia and W South Australia| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Vowel Shift",1,1,1 ], "English, whereby the long vowels were raised (e$: became i$:, o$: became u$:, etc|)|The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Vowel Shift",1,1,1 ], "a phonetic change that took place during the transition from Middle to Modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Vowel Shift",1,1,1 ], "vowels (i$:) and (u$:) underwent breaking and became the diphthongs (a$I) and (a$u)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great Wall of China",1,1,1 ], "a defensive wall in N China, extending from W Kansu to the Gulf of Liaotung:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Wall of China",1,1,1 ], "constructed in the 3rd century b|c| as a defence against the Mongols; substantially rebuilt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Great Wall of China",1,1,1 ], "ft|)| Average width: 6 m (20 ft|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Great Wall of China",1,1,1 ], "in the 15th century| Length: over 2400 km (1500 miles)| Average height: 6 m (20" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Great War",1,1,1 ], "another name for World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Week",1,1,1 ], "the week preceding Easter, the equivalent of Holy Week in the Western Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Great Yarmouth",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in E England, in E Norfolk| Pop|: 50,152 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Antilles",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the West Indies, including Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Antilles",1,1,1 ], "and Puerto Rico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Manchester",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Manchester| Pop|: 2,684,100 (1976 est|)| Area: 1285 sq| km (496 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Manchester",1,1,1 ], "Bolton, Bury, Rochdale, Salford, Manchester, Oldham, Trafford, Stockport, and Tameside|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Manchester",1,1,1 ], "a metropolitan county of NW England, comprising the districts of Wigan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Manchester",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Sunda Islands",1,1,1 ], "Sunda Islands: consists of Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Celebes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greater Sunda Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the W Malay Archipelago, forming the larger part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greater",1,1,1 ], "(of a city) considered with the inclusion of the outer suburbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greats",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford University) the Honour School of Literae Humaniores, involving the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greats",1,1,1 ], "study of Greek and Roman history and literature and philosophy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greats",1,1,2 ], "the final examinations at the end of this course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grecian",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of beauty or architecture) conforming to Greek ideals, esp| in being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grecian",1,1,1 ], "classically simple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grecian",1,2,1 ], "a scholar of or expert in the Greek language or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grecian",1,4,1 ], "another word for Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grecism",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of Graecism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grecize",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of Graecize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greco",1,1,1 ], "El" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greco",1,1,2 ], "Juliette (#fy!lj$et)| born 1927, French night-club singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greco-",1,1,1 ], "a variant (esp| U|S|) of Graeco-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "(the Minoan and Mycenaean); in the classical era divided into many small independent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "Empires; passed under Turkish rule in the late Middle Ages; became an independent" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "Orthodox| Currency: drachma| Capital: Athens| Pop|: 9,046,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 131,944" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Europe, occupying the S part of the Balkan Peninsula and many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "city-states, the most important being Athens and Sparta; part of the Roman and Byzantine" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "in 1973; became a republic in 1975| Language: Greek| Religion: predominantly Greek" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "islands in the Ionian and Aegean Seas; site of two of Europe's earliest civilizations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "kingdom in 1827; taken over by a military junta (1967-74); the monarchy was abolished" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Greece",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (50,944 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Ellas" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Catholic",1,1,1 ], "Constantinople" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Catholic",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Eastern Church in communion with the Greek patriarchal see of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Catholic",1,1,2 ], "a member of one of the Uniat Greek Churches, which acknowledge the Pope's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Catholic",1,1,2 ], "authority while retaining their own institutions, discipline, and liturgy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Church",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Greek Orthodox Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "the established Church of Greece, governed by the holy synod of Greece, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "which the Metropolitan of Athens has primacy of honour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Orthodox Church",1,1,2 ], "another name for Orthodox Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Revival",1,1,1 ], "Western Europe in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, based upon ancient Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Revival",1,1,1 ], "as modifier denoting, relating to, or having the style of architecture used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek Revival",1,1,1 ], "classical examples" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greek cross",1,1,1 ], "a cross with each of the four arms of the same length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek fire",1,1,1 ], "a Byzantine weapon employed in naval warfare from 672 or 673 a|d|It consisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek fire",1,1,1 ], "of a mixture, usually shot from tubes, that caught fire when wetted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek fire",1,1,2 ], "any of several other inflammable mixtures used in ancient and medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek fire",1,1,2 ], "warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Greece, constituting the Hellenic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Greece or a descendant of such a native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,1,3 ], "a member of the Greek Orthodox Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,1,4 ], "anything incomprehensible (esp| in the phrase it's Greek to me)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,1,5 ], "Greek meets Greek| equals meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of Greece, the Greeks, or the Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,2,1 ], "language; Hellenic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greek",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or designating the Greek Orthodox Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greeley",1,1,1 ], "1811-72, U|S| journalist and political leader: founder (1841) and editor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greeley",1,1,1 ], "the New York Tribune, which championed the abolition of slavery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Green Beret",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a British or American commando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Green Cross Code",1,1,1 ], "a code for children giving rules for road safety: first issued in 1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Green Mountain Boys",1,1,1 ], "Independence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Green Mountain Boys",1,1,1 ], "York's territorial claims| Under Ethan Allen they won fame in the War of American" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Green Mountain Boys",1,1,1 ], "the members of the armed bands of Vermont organized in the 1770s to oppose New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Green Mountains",1,1,1 ], "1338 m (4393 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Green Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in E North America, extending from Canada through Vermont" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Green Mountains",1,1,1 ], "into W Massachusetts: part of the Appalachian system| Highest peak: Mount Mansfield," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Green River",1,1,1 ], "River| Length: 1175 km (730 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Green River",1,1,1 ], "a river in the western U|S|, rising in W central Wyoming and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Green River",1,1,1 ], "into Utah, east through NW Colorado, re-entering Utah before joining the Colorado" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Green",1,1,1 ], "English People (1874)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Green",1,1,1 ], "John Richard| 1837-83, English historian; author of A Short History of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Green",1,1,2 ], "Prolegomena to Ethics, was unfinished at his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Green",1,1,2 ], "Thomas Hill| 1836-82, English idealist philosopher| His chief work," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenaway",1,1,1 ], "1846-1901, English painter, noted as an illustrator of children's books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenback Party",1,1,1 ], "a political party formed after the Civil War advocating the use of fiat money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenback Party",1,1,1 ], "and opposing the reduction of paper currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greene",1,1,1 ], "Graham| born 1904, English novelist and dramatist; his works include the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greene",1,1,1 ], "The Third Man (1949)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greene",1,1,1 ], "novels Brighton Rock (1938) and The Power and the Glory (1940), and the film script" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greene",1,1,2 ], "Robert| 1558-92, English poet, dramatist, and prose writer, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greene",1,1,2 ], "autobiographical tract A Groatsworth of Wit bought with a Million of Repentance (1592), which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greene",1,1,2 ], "contains an attack on Shakespeare" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland Sea",1,1,1 ], "the S part of the Arctic Ocean, off the NE coast of Greenland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland whale",1,1,1 ], "an arctic right whale, Balaena mysticetus, that is black with a cream-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland whale",1,1,1 ], "throat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland",1,1,1 ], "1721 onwards; became an integral part of Denmark in 1953; mostly covered by an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland",1,1,1 ], "Area: 2,175,600 sq| km (840,000 sq| miles)| Danish name: Gronland" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland",1,1,1 ], "NE coast of N America: first settled by Icelanders in 986; resettled by Danes from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland",1,1,1 ], "icecap up to 3300 m (11,000 ft|) thick, with icefree coastal strips and coastal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland",1,1,1 ], "mountains; fishing, hunting, and mining| Capital: Godthaab| Pop|: 54,000 (1975 un est|)|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Greenland",1,1,1 ], "the largest island in the world, lying mostly within the Arctic Circle off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenock",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Scotland, on the Firth of Clyde: shipbuilding and other marine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenock",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 74,607 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greensboro",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central North Carolina| Pop|: 155,514 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich Mean Time",1,1,1 ], "standard time for Britain and a basis for calculating times throughout most of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich Mean Time",1,1,1 ], "the local time of the 0 degrees meridian passing through Greenwich, England: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich Mean Time",1,1,1 ], "world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich Village",1,1,1 ], "a part of New York City in the lower west side of Manhattan; traditionally the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich Village",1,1,1 ], "home of many artists and writers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich",1,1,1 ], "Time| Pop|: 207,200 (1976 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich",1,1,1 ], "a Greater London borough on the Thames: site of a Royal Naval College and of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich",1,1,1 ], "internationally as the prime meridian of longitude since 1884, and the basis of Greenwich Mean" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greenwich",1,1,1 ], "the original Royal Observatory designed by Christopher Wren (1675), accepted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian calendar",1,1,1 ], "and still in force, whereby the ordinary year is made to consist of 365 days and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian calendar",1,1,1 ], "centenary years, such as 1900, whose numbers are not divisible by 400" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian calendar",1,1,1 ], "leap year occurs in every year whose number is divisible by four, except those" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian calendar",1,1,1 ], "the revision of the Julian calendar introduced in 1582 by Pope Gregory XIII" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian chant",1,1,1 ], "another name for plainsong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian telescope",1,1,1 ], "a form of reflecting astronomical telescope with a concave secondary mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian telescope",1,1,1 ], "and the eyepiece set in the centre of the parabolic primary mirror" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian tone",1,1,1 ], "a plainsong melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian",1,1,1 ], "esp| Gregory I or Gregory XIII" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregorian",1,1,1 ], "relating to, associated with, or introduced by any of the popes named Gregory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory I",1,1,1 ], "England| Feast day: March 12" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 540-604 a|d|, pope (590-604), who greatly influenced the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory I",1,1,1 ], "medieval Church| He strengthened papal authority by centralizing administration," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory I",1,1,1 ], "tightened discipline, and revised the liturgy| He appointed Saint Augustine missionary to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory VII",1,1,1 ], "May 25" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory VII",1,1,1 ], "abuses in the Church| His assertion of papal supremacy and his prohibition (1075) of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory VII",1,1,1 ], "excommunicated (1076)| He was driven into exile when Henry captured Rome (1084)| Feast day:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory VII",1,1,1 ], "lay investiture was opposed by the Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV, whom he" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory VII",1,1,1 ], "monastic name Hildebrand| 1020-85, pope (1073-85), who did much to reform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory XIII",1,1,1 ], "1502-85, pope (1572-85)| He promoted the Counter-Reformation and founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory XIII",1,1,1 ], "seminaries| His reformed (Gregorian) calendar was issued in 1582" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory of Tours",1,1,1 ], "538-594 a|d|, Frankish bishop and historian| His Historia Francorum is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory of Tours",1,1,1 ], "chief source of knowledge of 6th-century Gaul| Feast day: Nov| 17" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory",1,1,1 ], "Lady (Isabella)Augusta 1852-1932, Irish dramatist; a founder and director of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gregory",1,1,1 ], "the Abbey Theatre, Dublin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grenada",1,1,1 ], "British colony; since 1974 an independent state within the British Commonwealth|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grenada",1,1,1 ], "Capital: St| George's| Pop|: 96,000 (1975 un est|)| Area: 344 sq| km (133 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grenada",1,1,1 ], "an island state in the West Indies, in the Windward Islands: formerly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grenadines",1,1,1 ], "a chain of about 600 islets in the West Indies, part of the Windward Islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grenadines",1,1,1 ], "administratively between the two states| Largest island: Carriacou" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grenadines",1,1,1 ], "extending for about 100 km (60 miles) between St| Vincent and Grenada and divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grendel",1,1,1 ], "(in Old English legend) a man-eating monster defeated by the hero Beowulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grenoble",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grenoble",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE France, on the Isere River: university (1339)| Pop|: 169,740" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grenville",1,1,1 ], "George| 1712-70, British statesman; prime minister (1763-65)| His policy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grenville",1,1,1 ], "taxing the American colonies precipitated the War of Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grenville",1,1,2 ], "Sir Richard| 1541-91, English naval commander| He was fatally wounded aboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grenville",1,1,2 ], "his ship, the Revenge, during a lone battle with a fleet of Spanish treasure ships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grenville",1,1,3 ], "William Wyndham, Baron Grenville, son of George Grenville| 1759-1834, British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grenville",1,1,3 ], "all the talents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grenville",1,1,3 ], "statesman; prime minister (1806-07) of the coalition government known as the ministry of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gresham",1,1,1 ], "London (1568)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gresham",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas| 1519-79, English financier, who founded the Royal Exchange in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gresham's law",1,1,1 ], "the circulation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gresham's law",1,1,1 ], "the economic hypothesis that bad money drives good money out of circulation;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gresham's law",1,1,1 ], "the superior currency will tend to be hoarded and the inferior will thus dominate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gretna Green",1,1,1 ], "a village in S Scotland on the border with England: famous smithy where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gretna Green",1,1,1 ], "eloping couples were married by the blacksmith from 1754 until 1940, when such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gretna Green",1,1,1 ], "marriages became illegal| Pop|: 5519 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Greuze",1,1,1 ], "1725-1805, French genre and portrait painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grey Friar",1,1,1 ], "a Franciscan friar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,1 ], "(1830-34), he carried the Reform Bill of 1832 and the bill for the abolition of slavery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,1 ], "Charles, 2nd Earl Grey| 1764-1845, British statesman| As Whig prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,1 ], "throughout the British Empire (1833)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,2 ], "Sir Edward, 1st Viscount Grey of Fallodon| 1862-1933, British statesman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,2 ], "foreign secretary (1905-16)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,3 ], "Sir George| 1812-98, English statesman and colonial administrator; prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,3 ], "minister of New Zealand (1877-79)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,4 ], "Henry VII| Her father-in-law, the duke of Northumberland, persuaded Edward VI to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,4 ], "Lady Jane| 1537-54, queen of England (July 9-19, 1553); great-granddaughter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,4 ], "alter the succession in her favour, but after ten days as queen she was imprisoned" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,4 ], "and later executed" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,5 ], "(1912)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grey",1,1,5 ], "Zane| 1875-1939, U|S| author of Westerns, including Riders of the Purple Sage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gricault",1,1,1 ], "Theodore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gricault",1,1,2 ], "(te@$!d@$$:r)| 1791-1824, French romantic painter, noted for his skill in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gricault",1,1,2 ], "capturing movement, esp| of horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grieg",1,1,1 ], "1843-1907, Norwegian composer| His works, often inspired by Norwegian folk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grieg",1,1,1 ], "music, include the incidental music for Peer Gynt (1876), a piano concerto, and many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grieg",1,1,1 ], "songs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grierson",1,1,1 ], "1898-1972, British film director| He coined the word documentary, of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grierson",1,1,1 ], "genre his Industrial Britain (1931) and Song of Ceylon (1934) are notable examples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Griffith" ,1, 1, 1],"(1915)",3). c_DEF([ "Griffith" ,1, 1, 1],"1875-1948, U|S| film director|He introduced several cinematic techniques,",1). c_DEF([ "Griffith" ,1, 1, 1],"including the flashback and the fade-out, in his masterpiece The Birth of a Nation",2). c_DEF([ "Grigioni",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Graubunden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grignard reagent",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organometallic reagents, having the general formula RMgX," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grignard reagent",1,1,1 ], "compounds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grignard reagent",1,1,1 ], "where R is an organic group and X is a halogen atom: used in the synthesis of organic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grikwa",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Griqua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grillparzer" ,1, 1, 1],"1791-1872, Austrian dramatist and poet, noted for his historical and classical",1). c_DEF([ "Grillparzer" ,1, 1, 1],"tragedies, which include",2). c_DEF([ "Grillparzer" ,1, 1, 2],"the trilogy The Golden Fleece (1819-22), and The Jewess of Toledo (1872)",1). c_DEF([ "Grimaldi man",1,1,1 ], "Cro-Magnon man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grimaldi man",1,1,1 ], "a type of Aurignacian man having a negroid appearance, thought to be a race of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grimaldi",1,1,1 ], "a large crater in the SE quadrant of the moon, about 190 kilometres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grimaldi",1,1,1 ], "diameter, which is conspicuous because of its dark floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grimaldi",2,1,1 ], "1779-1837, English actor, noted as a clown in pantomime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm",1,1,1 ], "1785-1863, and his brother, ,Wilhelm Karl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm",1,1,2 ], "1786-1859, German philologists and folklorists, who collaborated on Grimm's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm",1,1,2 ], "Fairy Tales (1812-22) and began a German dictionary|Jakob is noted also for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm",1,1,2 ], "him" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm",1,1,2 ], "philological work Deutsche Grammatik (1819-37), in which he formulated the law named after" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm's law",1,1,1 ], "Germanic languages and consonants in other Indo-European languages; it states that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm's law",1,1,1 ], "Proto-Indo-European voiced aspirated stops, voiced unaspirated stops, and voiceless stops became" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm's law",1,1,1 ], "the rules accounting for systematic correspondences between consonants in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grimm's law",1,1,1 ], "voiced unaspirated stops, voiceless stops, and voiceless fricatives respectively" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Grimsby",1,1,1 ], "a fishing port in E England, in S Humberside| Pop|: 95,685 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grindelwald",1,1,1 ], "a valley and resort in central Switzerland, in the Bernese Oberland:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grindelwald",1,1,1 ], "mountaineering centre, with the Wetterhorn and the Eiger nearby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gring",1,1,1 ], "(1933-45) he founded the Gestapo and mobilized Germany for war|Sentenced to death at" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gring",1,1,1 ], "1893-1946, German Nazi leader and field marshal|He commanded Hitler's storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gring",1,1,1 ], "Nuremberg, he committed suicide" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gring",1,1,1 ], "troops (1923) and as Prussian prime minister and German commissioner for aviation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Griqua",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of mixed ancestry, mainly European and Hottentot, living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Griqua",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in Griqualand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Griqua",1,1,2 ], "Khoisan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Griqua",1,1,2 ], "the language or dialect of Hottentot spoken by this people, belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Griqualand East",1,1,1 ], "Adam Kok III; annexed to the Cape in 1879; became part of the Transkei in 1903|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Griqualand East",1,1,1 ], "Chief town: Kokstad| Area: 17,100 sq| km (6602 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Griqualand East",1,1,1 ], "an area of South Africa, in E Cape Province: settled in 1861 by Griquas led by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Griqualand West",1,1,1 ], "Area: 39,360 sq| km (15,197 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Griqualand West",1,1,1 ], "after 1803 by the Griquas; annexed by the British in 1871 following a dispute with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Griqualand West",1,1,1 ], "an area of South Africa, in N Cape Province north of the Orange river: settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Griqualand West",1,1,1 ], "the Orange Free State; became part of the Cape in 1880| Chief town: Kimberley|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gris",1,1,1 ], "1887-1927, Spanish cubist painter, resident in France from 1906" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grishun",1,1,1 ], "the Romansch name for Graubunden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grisons",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Graubunden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grit",1,2,1 ], "an informal word for Liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grnewald",1,1,1 ], "exponent of late Gothic art in Germany| The Isenheim Altarpiece is regarded as his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grnewald",1,1,1 ], "masterpiece" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grnewald",1,1,1 ], "original name Mathis Gothardt| 1470-1528, German painter, the greatest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grodno",1,1,1 ], "River: part of Poland (1921-39)| Pop|: 168,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grodno",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, in the Byelorussian SSR on the Neman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Groland",1,1,1 ], "the Danish name for Greenland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grolier",1,1,1 ], "leather straps, gilded ornamental scrolls, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grolier",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting a decorative style of bookbinding using interlaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Groningen",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 530,400 (1973 est|)| Area: 2350 sq| km (900 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Groningen",1,1,1 ], "a province in the NE Netherlands: mainly agricultural| Capital: Groningen|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Groningen",1,1,2 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Groningen",1,1,2 ], "a city in the NE Netherlands, capital of Groningen province| Pop|: 165,777" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gropius",1,1,1 ], "(1911) and the Bauhaus at Dessau (1926)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Gropius",1,1,1 ], "(1919) and directed (1919-28) the Bauhaus in Germany| His influence stemmed from his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gropius",1,1,1 ], "1883-1969, U|S| architect, designer, and teacher, born in Germany| He founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gropius",1,1,1 ], "adaptation of architecture to modern social needs and his pioneering use of industrial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gropius",1,1,1 ], "materials, such as concrete and steel| His buildings include the Fagus factory at Alfeld" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gros",1,1,1 ], "Baron Antoine Jean | 1771-1835, French painter, noted for his battle scenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grosseteste",1,1,1 ], "1175-1253, English prelate and scholar; bishop of Lincoln (1235-53)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grosseteste",1,1,1 ], "attacked ecclesiastical abuses and wrote commentaries on Aristotle and treatises on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grosseteste",1,1,1 ], "theology, philosophy, and science" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grosswardein",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Oradea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grosz",1,1,1 ], "1893-1959, German painter, in the U|S| from 1932, whose works satirized German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grosz",1,1,1 ], "militarism and bourgeois society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grote",1,1,1 ], "(1846-56)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grote",1,1,1 ], "1794-1871, English historian, noted particularly for his History of Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grotius",1,1,1 ], "Jure Belli ac Pacis (1625) is regarded as the foundation of modern international" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grotius",1,1,1 ], "law" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Grotius",1,1,1 ], "original name Huig de Groot| 1583-1645, Dutch jurist and statesman, whose De" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Groves",1,1,1 ], "Sir Charles| born 1915, English orchestral conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grozny",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, capital of the Chechen-Ingush ASSR: a major oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Grozny",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 375,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Grub Street" ,1, 1, 1],"a former street in London frequented by literary hacks and needy authors",1). c_DEF([ "Grub Street" ,1, 1, 2],"the world or class of literary hacks, etc",1). c_DEF([ "Grub Street" ,1, 2, 1],"(sometimes not cap|) relating to or characteristic of hack literature",1). c_DEF([ "Grundy",1,1,1 ], "a narrow-minded person who keeps critical watch on the propriety of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gruyor Gruy",1,1,1 ], "a hard flat whole-milk cheese, pale yellow in colour and with holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gr|",1,1,1 ], "Grecian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gr|",1,1,2 ], "Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gr|",1,1,3 ], "Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gta",1,1,1 ], "Kattegat: forms part of the Gota Canal, which links Goteborg in the west with Stockholm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gta",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Sweden, draining Lake Vanern and flowing south-southwest to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gta",1,1,1 ], "in the east| Length: 93 km (58 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gteborg",1,1,1 ], "Canal (1832); university (1891)| Pop|: 445,704 (1974 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gteborg",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Sweden, at the mouth of the Gota River: the largest port and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gteborg",1,1,1 ], "and grew through Napoleon's continental blockade and with the opening of the Gota" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gteborg",1,1,1 ], "second largest city in the country; developed through the Swedish East India Company" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gterdmerung",1,1,1 ], "forces of evil| Norse equivalent: Ragnarok" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gterdmerung",1,1,1 ], "the twilight of the gods; their ultimate destruction in a battle with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gtersloh",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 75,900 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gtingen",1,1,1 ], "Hanseatic League (14th century); university, founded in 1734 by George II of England|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gtingen",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 120,435 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gtingen",1,1,1 ], "a city in central West Germany, in Lower Saxony; important member of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalajara",1,1,1 ], "Mexico: centre of the Indian slave trade until its abolition, declared here in 1810;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalajara",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Mexico, capital of Jalisco state: the second largest city of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalajara",1,1,1 ], "two universities (1792 and 1935)| Pop|: 1,560,805 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalajara",1,1,2 ], "a city in central Spain, in New Castile| Pop|: 31,917 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalcanal",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 6475 sq| km (2500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalcanal",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in the SW Pacific, the largest of the Solomon Islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalcanal",1,1,1 ], "under British Protection until 1977; occupied by the Japanese (1942-43)| Pop|: 23,996" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalquivir",1,1,1 ], "Length: 560 km (348 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalquivir",1,1,1 ], "and southwest to the Gulf of Cadiz: navigable by ocean-going vessels to Seville|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalquivir",1,1,1 ], "the chief river of S Spain, rising in the Sierra de Segura and flowing west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalupe Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "Madero" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalupe Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "Virgin Mary here in 1531| Pop|: 153,454 (1970)| Former name (1931-71): Gustavo A|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalupe Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Mexico, northwest of Mexico City: became the foremost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadalupe Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "pilgrimage centre in the Americas after an Indian convert reported seeing a vision of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guadeloupe",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Basse-Terre| Pop|: 334,900 (1975)| Area: 1702 sq| km (657 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guadeloupe",1,1,1 ], "an overseas region of France in the E Caribbean, in the Leeward Islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadeloupe",1,1,1 ], "formed by the islands of Basse Terre and Grande Terre and their five dependencies|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guadiana",1,1,1 ], "578 km (359 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guadiana",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Europe, rising in S central Spain and flowing west, then south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guadiana",1,1,1 ], "as part of the border between Spain and Portugal, to the Gulf of Cadiz| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guam",1,1,1 ], "an island in the N Pacific, the largest and southernmost of the Marianas:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guam",1,1,1 ], "belonged to Spain from the 17th century until 1898, when it was ceded to the U|S|; site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guam",1,1,1 ], "of naval and air force bases| Capital: Agana| Pop|: 99,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 450" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guam",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (209 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guanabara",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a state of SE Brazil, on the Atlantic and Guanabara Bay, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guanabara",1,1,1 ], "amalgamated with the state of Rio de Janeiro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guanajuato",1,1,1 ], "Guanajuato| Pop|: 2,270,370 (1970)| Area: 30,588 sq| km (11,810 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guanajuato",1,1,1 ], "a state of central Mexico, on the great central plateau: mountainous in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guanajuato",1,1,1 ], "north, with fertile plains in the south; important mineral resources| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guanajuato",1,1,2 ], "a city in central Mexico, capital of Guanajuato state: founded in 1554, it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guanajuato",1,1,2 ], "became one of the world's richest silver-mining centres| Pop|: 65,258 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guantnamo",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Cuba, on Guantanamo Bay| Pop|: 161,739 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guapor",1,1,1 ], "Length: 1750 km (1087 miles)| Spanish name: Itenez" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guapor",1,1,1 ], "a river in W central South America, rising in SW Brazil and flowing northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guapor",1,1,1 ], "as part of the border between Brazil and Bolivia, to join the Mamore River|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guapor",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1956) of Rondonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guarani",1,1,1 ], "a member of a South American Indian people of Paraguay, S Brazil, and Bolivia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guarani",1,1,2 ], "official languages of Paraguay, along with Spanish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guarani",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Tupi-Guarani family; one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guardafui",1,1,1 ], "a cape at the NE tip of the Somali Republic, extending into the Indian Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guards",1,1,1,1 ], "(esp| in European armies) any of various regiments responsible for ceremonial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guards",1,1,1,1 ], "duties and, formerly, the protection of the head of state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guards",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guarneri" ,1, 1, 1],"(gw$a$:!n$e@$I@) n",1). c_DEF([ "Guarneri" ,1, 1, 2],"an Italian family of 17th- and 18th-century violin-makers",1). c_DEF([ "Guarneri" ,1, 1, 3],"any violin made by a member of this family",1). c_DEF([ "Guatemala City",1,1,1 ], "former capital, Antigua; university (1676)| Pop|: 706,920 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guatemala City",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Guatemala, in the southeast: founded in 1776 to replace the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guatemala",1,1,1 ], "Guatemala City| Pop|: 5,175,400 (1973)| Area: 108,889 sq| km (42,042 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Guatemala",1,1,1 ], "Official language: Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: quetzal| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guatemala",1,1,1 ], "a republic in Central America: original Maya Indians conquered by the Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guatemala",1,1,1 ], "in 1523; became the centre of Spanish administration in Central America; gained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guatemala",1,1,1 ], "independence and was annexed to Mexico in 1821, becoming an independent republic in 1839|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guat|",1,1,1 ], "Guatemala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guayaquil",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Ecuador: the largest city in the country and its chief port;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guayaquil",1,1,1 ], "university (1867)| Pop|: 701,227 (1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gudrun" ,1, 1, 1],"Guthrun , or Kudrun n| Norse myth",1). c_DEF([ "Gudrun" ,1, 1, 2],"of her brother Gunnar|She corresponds to Kriemhild in the Nibelungenlied",2). c_DEF([ "Gudrun" ,1, 1, 2],"the wife of Sigurd and, after his death, of Atli, whom she slew for his murder",1). c_DEF([ "Guelders",1,1,1 ], "another name for Gelderland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guelph",1,1,1 ], "a member of the political faction in medieval Italy that supported the power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guelph",1,1,1 ], "of the pope against the German emperors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guelph",1,1,2 ], "a member of a secret society in 19th-century Italy opposed to foreign rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guelph",2,1,1 ], "a city in Canada, in SE Ontario| Pop|: 60,087 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guernica",1,1,1 ], "Picasso's most famous paintings| Pop|: 15,149 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guernica",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Spain: formerly the seat of a Basque parliament; destroyed in 1937" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guernica",1,1,1 ], "by German bombers during the Spanish Civil War, an event depicted in one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,1 ], "53,734 (1971)| Area: 63 sq| km (24|5 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,1 ], "Guernsey; market gardening, dairy farming, and tourism| Capital: St| Peter Port| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,1 ], "an island in the English Channel: the second largest of the Channel Islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,1 ], "which, with Alderney and Sark, Herm, Jethou, and some islets, forms the bailiwick of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,2 ], "a breed of dairy cattle producing rich creamy milk, originating from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,2 ], "island of Guernsey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,3 ], "a seaman's knitted woollen sweater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,4 ], "a sleeveless woollen shirt or jumper worn by a football player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guernsey",1,1,5 ], "get a guernsey| Austral| to be selected or gain recognition for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guerrero",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Chilpancingo| Pop|: 1,597,360 (1970)| Area: 63,794 sq| km (24,631 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guerrero",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous state of S Mexico, on the Pacific: rich mineral resources|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guevara",1,1,1 ], "Argentina| He developed guerrilla warfare as a tool for revolution and was instrumental in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guevara",1,1,1 ], "Castro's victory in Cuba (1959), where he held government posts until 1965| He was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guevara",1,1,1 ], "killed while training guerrillas in Bolivia" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guevara",1,1,1 ], "known as Che Guevara| 1928-67, Latin American politician and soldier, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guiana",1,1,1 ], "1,787,000 sq| km (690,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guiana",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE South America, including Guyana, Surinam, French Guiana, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guiana",1,1,1 ], "the Guiana Highlands (largely in SE Venezuela and partly in N Brazil)| Area: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guide",1,1,1 ], "a member of the organization for girls equivalent to the Scouts|U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guide",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: Girl Scout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guido d'Arezzo",1,1,1 ], "995-1050 a|d|, Italian Benedictine monk and musical theorist: reputed inventor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guido d'Arezzo",1,1,1 ], "of solmization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guienne",1,1,1 ], "a former province of SW France: formed, with Gascony, the duchy of Aquitaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guienne",1,1,1 ], "during the 12th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guildford",1,1,1 ], "a city in S England, administrative centre of Surrey: cathedral (1936-1968);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guildford",1,1,1 ], "seat of the University of Surrey (1966)| Pop|: 56,887 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guillaume de Lorris",1,1,1 ], "13th century French poet, who wrote the first 4,058 lines of the allegorical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guillaume de Lorris",1,1,1 ], "romance, the Roman de la Rose, continued by Jean de Meung" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea corn",1,1,1 ], "another name for durra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea pepper",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the pepper plant Capsicum frutescens, from which cayenne pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea pepper",1,1,1 ], "is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea worm",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic nematode worm, Dracunculus medinensis, that lives beneath the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea worm",1,1,1 ], "in man and other vertebrates and is common in India and Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,1 ], "4,416,000 (1975 un est|)| Area: 245,855 sq| km (94,925 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,1 ], "French Guinea in 1890 and became an independent republic in 1958| Official language:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,1 ], "French| Religion: Muslim majority and animist| Currency: franc| Capital: Conakry| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Atlantic: established as the colony of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,2 ], "(Angola): divided by a line of volcanic peaks into Upper Guinea (between Gambia and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the coastal region of West Africa, between Cape Verde and Mocamedes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,2 ], "Cameroon) and Lower Guinea (between Cameroon and S Angola)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,3 ], "Gulf of| a large inlet of the S Atlantic on the W coast of Africa, extending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,3 ], "from Cape Palmas, Liberia, to Cape Lopez, Gabon: contains two large bays, the Bight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea",1,1,3 ], "of Biafra and the Bight of Benin, separated by the Niger delta" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea-Bissau",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 36,125 sq| km (13,948 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1974): Portuguese" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea-Bissau",1,1,1 ], "Guinea" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea-Bissau",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: Guinean peso| Provisional capital: Madina do Boe| Pop|: 487,488" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea-Bissau",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Atlantic: first discovered by the Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea-Bissau",1,1,1 ], "became an independent republic in 1974; eventual union with the Cape Verde Islands is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea-Bissau",1,1,1 ], "in 1446 and of subsequent importance in the slave trade; made a colony in 1879;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinea-Bissau",1,1,1 ], "planned| Languages: Portuguese and Cape Verde creole| Religion: animist majority and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guinevere" ,1, 1, 1],"Guenevere , or Guinever n",1). c_DEF([ "Guinevere" ,1, 1, 2],"(in Arthurian legend) the wife of King Arthur and paramour of Lancelot",1). c_DEF([ "Guinness",1,1,1 ], "Hearts and Coronets (1949) and The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guinness",1,1,1 ], "Sir Alec| born 1914, British stage and film actor; his films include Kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guin|",1,1,1 ], "Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guiscard",1,1,1 ], "1015-85, Norman conqueror in S Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guizot",1,1,1 ], "1787-1874, French statesman and historian|As chief minister (1840-48), his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guizot",1,1,1 ], "reactionary policies contributed to the outbreak of the revolution of 1848" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarat",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 187,114 sq| km (72,245 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarat",1,1,1 ], "a state of W India: formed in 1960 from the N and W parts of Bombay State; one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarat",1,1,1 ], "of India's most industrialized states| Capital: Gandhinagar| Pop|: 26,697,475" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarat",1,1,2 ], "a region of W India, north of the Narmada River: generally includes the areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarat",1,1,2 ], "north of Bombay city where Gujarati is spoken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarati",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of India living chiefly in Gujarat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarati",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarati",1,1,2 ], "the state language of Gujarat, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gujarati",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Gujarat, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gujranwala",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Pakistan: textile manufacturing| Pop|: 360,419 (1972)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulag",1,1,1 ], "established in 1930, responsible for maintaining prisons and forced labour camps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gulag",1,1,1 ], "the central administrative department of the Soviet security service," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulbenkian",1,1,1 ], "Turkey|He endowed the international Gulbenkian Foundation for the advancement of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gulbenkian",1,1,1 ], "arts, science, and education" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gulbenkian",1,1,1 ], "louste Sarkis| 1869-1955, British industrialist, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulbenkian",1,1,2 ], "his son, Nubar Sarkis | 1896-1972), British industrialist, diplomat, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulbenkian",1,1,2 ], "philanthropist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf States",1,1,1 ], "Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf States",1,1,1 ], "the states of the U|S| that border on the Gulf of Mexico: Alabama, Florida," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf States",1,1,2 ], "Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf States",1,1,2 ], "the oil-producing states around the Persian Gulf: Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf Stream",1,1,1 ], "a relatively warm ocean current flowing northeastwards off the Atlantic coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf Stream",1,1,1 ], "of the U|S| from the Gulf of Mexico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf Stream",1,1,2 ], "another name for North Atlantic Drift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf",1,1,1,1 ], "the| the Gulf of Carpentaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gulf",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier of, relating to, or adjoining the Gulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gullah",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negro people living on the Sea Islands or in the coastal regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gullah",1,1,1 ], "of South Carolina, Georgia, and NE Florida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gullah",1,1,2 ], "the creolized English spoken by these people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gumbo",1,1,1 ], "a French patois spoken by Creoles in Louisiana and the West Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gunnar",1,1,1 ], "brother of Gudrun and husband of Brynhild, won for him by Sigurd| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gunnar",1,1,1 ], "corresponds to Gunther in the Nibelungenlied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gunpowder Plot",1,1,1 ], "on Nov| 5, 1605" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gunpowder Plot",1,1,1 ], "the unsuccessful conspiracy to blow up James I and Parliament at Westminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gunter",1,1,1 ], "1581-1626, English mathematician and astronomer, who invented various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gunter",1,1,1 ], "measuring instruments, including Gunter's chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gunter's chain",1,1,1 ], "a measuring chain 22 yards in length, or this length as a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gunther",1,1,1 ], "(in the Nibelungenlied) a king of Burgundy, allied with Siegfried, who won for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gunther",1,1,1 ], "him his wife Brunhild|He corresponds to Gunnar in Norse mythology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guntur",1,1,1 ], "18th century; ceded to Britain in 1788| Pop|: 269,991 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guntur",1,1,1 ], "a city in E India, in central Andhra Pradesh: founded by the French in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gur",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gur",1,1,1 ], "a small group of languages of W Africa, spoken chiefly in Upper Volta, forming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gurkha",1,1,1 ], "Muslims" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gurkha",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Hindu people, descended from Brahmins and Rajputs, living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gurkha",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in Nepal, where they achieved dominance after being driven from India by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gurkha",1,1,2 ], "a member of this people serving as a soldier in the Indian or British army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gurkhali",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gurkhali",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Gurkhas, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gurmukhi",1,1,1 ], "the script used for writing the Punjabi language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavo A| Madero",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1931-71) of Guadalupe Hidalgo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavus Adolphus",1,1,1 ], "1594-1632, king of Sweden (1611-32)| A brilliant general, he waged successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavus Adolphus",1,1,1 ], "Tilly at Leipzig (1631) and Lech (1632) but was killed at the battle of Lutzen" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavus Adolphus",1,1,1 ], "army against the Catholic League and the Holy Roman Empire (1630-32)| He defeated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavus Adolphus",1,1,1 ], "wars with Denmark, Russia, and Poland and in the Thirty Years' War led a Protestant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavus I",1,1,1 ], "after driving the Danes from Sweden (1520-23)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavus I",1,1,1 ], "called Gustavus Vasa| 1496-1560, king of Sweden (1523-60)| He was elected king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gustavus VI",1,1,1 ], "title of Gustaf Adolf| 1882-1973, king of Sweden (1950-73)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gutenberg",1,1,1 ], "original name Johannes Gensfleisch| 1398-1468, German printer; inventor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gutenberg",1,1,1 ], "printing by movable type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guthrie",1,1,1 ], "Samuel| 1782-1848, U|S| chemist: invented percussion priming powder and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guthrie",1,1,1 ], "punch lock for exploding it, and discovered chloroform (1831)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guthrie",1,1,2 ], "Sir (William)Tyrone| 1900-71, English theatrical director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guthrie",1,1,3 ], "Woody, original name Woodrow Wilson Guthrie| 1912-67, U|S| folk singer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guthrie",1,1,3 ], "and the children's album Songs to grow on/Poor Boy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guthrie",1,1,3 ], "songwriter| Compilations of his recordings include Dust Bowl Ballads, Sacco and Vanzetti," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guthrun",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Gudrun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guy Fawkes Day",1,1,1 ], "in Britain with fireworks and bonfires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guy Fawkes Day",1,1,1 ], "the anniversary of the discovery of the Gunpowder Plot, celebrated on Nov| 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guyana",1,1,1 ], "British Guiana" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Guyana",1,1,1 ], "Dutch in the 17th and 18th centuries; became a British colony in 1831 and an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Guyana",1,1,1 ], "Religions: Christian and Hindu| Currency: dollar| Capital: Georgetown| Pop|: 791,000 (1975" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Guyana",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NE South America, on the Atlantic: colonized chiefly by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guyana",1,1,1 ], "independent republic within the Commonwealth in 1966| Official language: English|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Guyana",1,1,1 ], "un est|)| Area: about 215,000 sq| km (83,000 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1966):" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Guyenne",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Guienne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guzmco",1,1,1 ], "1829-99, Venezuelan statesman president (1873-77; 1879-84; 1886-87)| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Guzmco",1,1,1 ], "virtual dictator of Venezuela from 1870 until his overthrow (1889)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gwalior",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central India, in Madhya Pradesh: built around the fort, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gwalior",1,1,1 ], "dates from before 525; industrial and commercial centre| Pop|: 384,772 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gwalior",1,1,2 ], "a former princely state of central India, established in the 18th century:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gwalior",1,1,2 ], "merged with Madhya Bharat in 1948, which in turn merged with Madhya Pradesh in 1956" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gwelo",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Rhodesia| Pop|: 51,000 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gwent",1,1,1 ], "Breconshire, and the county borough of Newport: generally hilly| Administrative centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gwent",1,1,1 ], "Newport| Pop|: 439,600 (1976 est|)| Area: 1360 sq| km (531 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gwent",1,1,1 ], "a county in SE Wales, formed in 1974 from most of Monmouthshire, part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gwyn",1,1,1 ], "II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gwyn",1,1,1 ], "original name Eleanor Gwynne| 1650-87, English actress; mistress of Charles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gwynedd",1,1,1 ], "Denbighshire, and most of Merionethshire: the mainland is generally mountainous with many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gwynedd",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 225,100 (1976 est|)| Area: 3823 sq| km (1493 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Gwynedd",1,1,1 ], "a county of NW Wales, formed in 1974 from Anglesey, Caernarvonshire, part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gwynedd",1,1,1 ], "lakes, much of it lying in the Snowdonia National Park| Administrative centre: Ruthin|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gy",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gy",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW Hungary: medieval Benedictine abbey| Pop|: 114,709" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gyani",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a title placed before the name of a Punjabi scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gypsy",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gypsy",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of a people scattered throughout Europe and North America, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gypsy",1,1,1,1 ], "in the 12th to 15th centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Gypsy",1,1,1,1 ], "maintain a nomadic way of life in industrialized societies| They migrated from NW India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Gypsy",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gypsy",1,1,2 ], "the language of the Gypsies; Romany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Gypsy",1,1,3 ], "a person who looks or behaves like a Gypsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|",1,1,1 ], "gauges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|",1,1,2 ], "gauss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|",1,1,3 ], "gelding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|",1,1,4 ], "Gulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|",1,1,5 ], "guilder(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|",1,1,6 ], "guinea(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|A|",1,1,1 ], "General Assembly (of the United Nations)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|A|",1,1,2 ], "general average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|A|R|",1,1,1 ], "American Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "G|A|R|",1,1,1 ], "Grand Army of the Republic; an association of Unionist veterans of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|B|",1,1,1 ], "Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|B|E|",1,1,1 ], "(Knight or Dame) Grand Cross of the British Empire (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|B|H|",1,1,1 ], "grievous bodily harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|C|",1,1,1 ], "George Cross (a Brit| award for bravery)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|C|B|",1,1,1 ], "(Knight) Grand Cross of the Bath (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|C|F|",1,1,1 ], "greatest common factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|C|M|",1,1,1 ], "greatest common measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|C|M|G|",1,1,1 ], "(Knight or Dame) Grand Cross of the Order of St| Michael and St| George (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|C|M|G|",1,1,1 ], "Brit| title)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "G|C|V|O|",1,1,1 ], "(Knight or Dame) Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|G|",1,1,1 ], "Girl Guides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|G|",1,1,2 ], "Governor-General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|H|Q|",1,1,1 ], "General Headquarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|I|",1,1,1 ], "gastrointestinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|L|C|",1,1,1 ], "Greater London Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|M|",1,1,1 ], "general manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|M|",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) George Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|M|",1,1,3 ], "Grand Master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|M|B|",1,1,1 ], "Grand Master Bowman; the highest standard of archer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|M|C|",1,1,1 ], "General Medical Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|N|P|",1,1,1 ], "gross national product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|O|",1,1,1 ], "general order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|O|C|",1,1,1 ], "General Officer Commanding(-in-Chief)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|O|P|",1,1,1 ], "Grand Old Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|",1,1,1 ], "general practitioner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|",1,1,2 ], "Gallup poll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|",1,1,3 ], "(in Britain) graduated pension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|",1,1,4 ], "Grand Prix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|",1,1,5 ], "general pause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|O|",1,1,1 ], "general post office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|U|",1,1,1 ], "State Political Administration; the Soviet police and secret police from 1922" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|P|U|",1,1,1 ], "to 1923" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "G|S|",1,1,1 ], "General Secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|S|",1,1,2 ], "General Staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "G|T|C|" ,1, 1, 1],"good till cancelled (or countermanded)",1). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,1,1 ], "magnetic field strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,1,2 ], "Hamiltonian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,2 ], "henry or henries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,3 ], "enthalpy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,4 ], "(on Brit| pencils, signifying degree of hardness of lead) hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,5 ], "heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,6 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H",1,1,7 ], "Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H-beam",1,1,1 ], "a rolled steel joist or girder with a cross section in the form of a capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H-beam",1,1,1 ], "letter H" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "H-bomb",1,1,1 ], "short for hydrogen bomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H-hour",1,1,1 ], "the specific hour at which any operation commences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HAA",1,1,1 ], "hepatitis-associated antigen; an antigen that occurs in the blood serum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HAA",1,1,1 ], "some people, esp| those with serum hepatitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "HB(on Brit| pencils)" ,1, 1, 1],"hard-black: denoting a medium-hard lead",1). c_DEF([ "HB(on Brit| pencils)",1,1,1 ], "hard-black: denoting a medium-hard lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HE",1,1,1 ], "high explosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HE",1,1,2 ], "His Eminence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HE",1,1,3 ], "His (or Her) Excellency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HF",1,1,1 ], "high frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HG",1,1,1 ], "High German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HG",1,1,2 ], "His (or Her) Grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HG",1,1,3 ], "(in Britain) Home Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HGV(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"heavy goods vehicle",1). c_DEF([ "HH",1,1,1 ], "double hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HIM",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Imperial Majesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HK",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Hong Kong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HKJ",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HKJ",1,1,2 ], "Jordan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HO",1,1,1 ], "head office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HO",1,1,2 ], "Home Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "HT",1,1,1 ], "high tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ha-erh-pin",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese name for Harbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ha-erh-pin",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Chinese name for Harbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haakon VII",1,1,1 ], "(1940-45), he led Norwegian resistance from England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haakon VII",1,1,1 ], "1872-1957, king of Norway (1905-57)| During the Nazi occupation of Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haarlem",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haarlem",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Netherlands, capital of North Holland province| Pop|: 167,052" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Habakkuk",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Habakkuk",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles and canticle|Douay spelling: Habacuc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Habana",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Havana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Habanero",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Havana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haber process",1,1,1 ], "an industrial process for producing ammonia by reacting atmospheric nitrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haber process",1,1,1 ], "presence of a catalyst, usually iron" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haber process",1,1,1 ], "with hydrogen at about 200 atmospheres (2 X 10%7 pascals) and 500 degrees C in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Habsburg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Hapsburg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Habsburg",1,1,1 ], "the German spelling of Hapsburg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hab|",1,1,1 ], "Habakkuk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hackney",1,1,1 ], "216,659 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hackney",1,1,1 ], "Shoreditch, Stoke Newington, and Hackney; nearby are Hackney Marshes, the largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hackney",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London (since 1965), NE of the City: it includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hackney",1,1,1 ], "a borough of NE Greater London: formed in 1965 from the former boroughs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hackney",1,1,1 ], "former boroughs of Shoreditch and Stoke Newington; nearby are Hackney Marshes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hackney",1,1,1 ], "formerly frequented by highwaymen, now the largest recreation ground in London| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hackney",1,1,1 ], "recreation ground in London| Pop|: 192,500 (1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haddington",1,1,1 ], "Lothian: birthplace of John Knox| Pop|: 6505 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haddington",1,1,1 ], "a small town in SE central Scotland, county town of the former county of East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haddington",1,1,2 ], "a former name of East Lothian|Also: Haddingtonshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hades",1,1,1,1 ], "the underworld abode of the souls of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hades",1,1,1,2 ], "Pluto, the god of the underworld, brother of Zeus and husband of Persephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hades",1,1,2 ], "destructive force (Matthew 16:18; Revelation 6:8)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hades",1,1,2 ], "the abode or state of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hades",1,1,2 ], "the abode or state of the dead, sometimes envisaged or personified as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hades",1,1,3 ], "hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hadhramaut",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 151,500 sq| km (58,500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hadhramaut",1,1,1 ], "Ocean: corresponds roughly to the former East Aden Protectorate| Area: about 151,500" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hadhramaut",1,1,1 ], "a coastal plateau region of the S Arabian Peninsula, in E Southern Yemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hadhramaut",1,1,1 ], "a plateau region of the S Arabian Peninsula, in E Southern Yemen on the Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hadhramaut",1,1,1 ], "bordering on the Indian Ocean: corresponds roughly to the former East Aden Protectorate|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hadhramaut",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (58,500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hadith",1,1,1 ], "supplements the Koran" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hadith",1,1,1 ], "the body of tradition and legend about Mohammed and his followers that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hadith",1,1,1 ], "the body of tradition and legend about Mohammed and his followers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Publius Aelius Hadrianus| 76-138 a|d|, Roman emperor (117-138);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian",1,1,1 ], "adopted son and successor of Trajan| He travelled throughout the Roman empire," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian",1,1,1 ], "consolidating the frontiers and encouraging learning and architecture, and in Rome he" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian",1,1,1 ], "reorganized the army and codified Roman law" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian",1,1,1 ], "strengthening its frontiers and encouraging learning and architecture, and in Rome he" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian's Wall",1,1,1 ], "It was built in 120-123 a|d| on the orders of the emperor Hadrian as a defence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian's Wall",1,1,1 ], "a fortified Roman wall across N England, of which substantial parts remain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian's Wall",1,1,1 ], "against the N British tribes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hadrian's Wall",1,1,1 ], "extending from the Solway Firth in the west to the mouth of the River Tyne in the east|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haeckel",1,1,1 ], "1834-1919, German biologist and philosopher|He formulated the recapitulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haeckel",1,1,1 ], "philosopher, he was an exponent of materialistic monism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haeckel",1,1,1 ], "theory of evolution and was an exponent of the philosophy of materialistic monism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haeckel",1,1,1 ], "theory of evolution and was the first to draw up a genealogical tree of animals|As a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haftarah",1,1,1 ], "Pentateuch during the synagogue services for Sabbaths, festivals, and the afternoons of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haftarah",1,1,1 ], "Sabbaths, festivals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haftarah",1,1,1 ], "a reading from the Prophets recited or chanted after the reading from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haftarah",1,1,1 ], "a reading from the Prophets recited or chanted during the services for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haftarah",1,1,1 ], "fast days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hagar",1,1,1 ], "16:1-14)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hagar",1,1,1 ], "an Egyptian maid of Sarah who bore Ishmael to Abraham, Sarah's husband, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hagar",1,1,1 ], "an Egyptian maid of Sarah, who bore Ishmael to Abraham, Sarah's husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hagar",1,1,1 ], "was banished to the wilderness with her infant son when Isaac was born (Genesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",1,1,1 ], "(in the Nibelungenlied) Siegfried's killer, who in turn is killed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",1,1,1 ], "Siegfried's wife, Kriemhild" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",2,1,1 ], "196,764 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",2,1,1 ], "a city in NE West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the E edge of the Ruhr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",2,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",2,1,1 ], "district: important for iron-mining and -founding since the Middle Ages; important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",2,1,1 ], "engineering industry| Pop|: 201,000 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hagen",3,1,1 ], "1892-1969, U|S| golfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1 ], "as contrasted with Halakah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1 ], "contrasted with Halakah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1 ], "the nonlegal part of the Talmudic literature and associated Jewish tradition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1 ], "the nonlegal part of the Talmudic literature associated Jewish tradition, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1,1 ], "a traditional recitation of the story of the Exodus by a Jewish father to his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1,1 ], "accompanying rites of the Seder" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1,1 ], "children on the first evening or first two evenings of Passover, together with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1,1 ], "the ritual recitation of the Exodus narrative at the Passover Seder service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1,2 ], "the book containing this narrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,1,2 ], "the book containing this story and the rituals of the Seder ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,2 ], "a traditional homiletic exposition of Scripture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggadah",1,1,2 ], "a traditional homiletic form of free exposition or illustration of Scripture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggai" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a Hebrew prophet whose oracles are usually dated between August and December",1). c_DEF([ "Haggai" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"of 520 b|c",2). c_DEF([ "Haggai" ,1, 1, 2],"rebuilding of the Temple after the Exile| Douay spelling",2). c_DEF([ "Haggai" ,1, 1, 2],"the book in which these oracles are contained, chiefly concerned with the",1). c_DEF([ "Haggai",1,1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet, whose oracles are usually dated between August and December" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggai",1,1,1,1 ], "of 520 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haggai",1,1,2 ], "rebuilding of the Temple after the Exile| Douay spelling: Aggeus " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haggai",1,1,2 ], "the book in which these oracles are contained, chiefly concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggard",1,1,1 ], "Sir (Henry)Rider| 1856-1925, English author of romantic adventure stories," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haggard",1,1,1 ], "including King Solomon's Mines (1885)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hagiographa",1,1,1 ], "Ecclesiastes, Esther, Daniel, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Chronicles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hagiographa",1,1,1 ], "Prophets), comprising Psalms, Proverbs, Job, the Song of Solomon, Ruth, Lamentations," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hagiographa",1,1,1 ], "are divided in Jewish tradition (the other two parts being the Law and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hagiographa",1,1,1 ], "the third of the three main parts into which the books of the Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hague Tribunal",1,1,1 ], "Nations to the International Court of Justice" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hague Tribunal",1,1,1 ], "Nominees for election by the United Nations to the International Court of Justice are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hague Tribunal",1,1,1 ], "a tribunal of judges at The Hague, founded in 1899 to provide a panel of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hague Tribunal",1,1,1 ], "also chosen by the Hague Tribunal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hague Tribunal",1,1,1 ], "arbitrators for international disputes in which the states involved desire arbitration|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hague Tribunal",1,1,1 ], "arbitrators for international disputes| It also chooses nominees for election by the United" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hague",1,1,1 ], "Court of Justice, headquarters of many international companies, and an important" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hague",1,1,1 ], "Dutch names: 's Gravenhage, Den Haag" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hague",1,1,1 ], "conference centre| Pop|: 510,360 (1973 est|)| Dutch names: 's Gravenhage, Den Haag" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hague",1,1,1 ], "province, situated about 3 km (2 miles) from the North Sea: seat of the International" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hague",1,1,1 ], "province, situated about 3 km (2 miles) from the North Sea| Pop|: 488,788 (1974 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hague",1,1,1 ], "the seat of government of the Netherlands and capital of South Holland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hag|",1,1,1 ], "Haggai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hahn",1,1,1 ], "1879-1968, German physicist: discovered the radioactive element protactinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hahn",1,1,1 ], "1879-1968, German physicist|He discovered the radioactive element protactinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hahn",1,1,1 ], "uranium when bombarded with neutrons: Nobel prize for chemistry 1944" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hahn",1,1,1 ], "when it is bombarded with neutrons: Nobel prize for chemistry 1944" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hahn",1,1,1 ], "with Meitner (1917) and, with Strassmann, demonstrated the nuclear fission of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hahn",1,1,1 ], "with Meitner (1917) with Strassmann, demonstrated the nuclear fission of uranium," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hahnemann",1,1,1 ], "Samuel | 1755-1843, German physician founder of homeopathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haida",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by the; functioning as pl|) a seafaring group of North American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haida",1,1,1 ], "Indian peoples inhabiting the coast of British Columbia and SW Alaska" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haida",1,1,1 ], "a member of a seafaring group of North American Indian peoples inhabiting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haida",1,1,1 ], "coast of British Columbia and SW Alaska" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haida",1,1,2 ], "a member of one of these peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haida",1,1,2 ], "the language of these peoples, belonging to the Na-Dene phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haida",1,1,3 ], "the language of these peoples, belonging to the Na-Dene phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haidar Ali",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Hyder Ali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haiduk",1,1,1 ], "a rural brigand in the European part of the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haifa",1,1,1 ], "(1972)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haifa",1,1,1 ], "Israel's chief port, with an oil refinery and other heavy industry| Pop|: 218,700" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haifa",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Israel, near Mount Carmel, at the S end of the Bay of Acre:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haifa",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Israel, near Mount Carmel, on the Bay of Acre: Israel's chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haifa",1,1,1 ], "port, with an oil refinery and other heavy industry| Pop|: 225,000 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haig",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl Haig| 1861-1928, British field marshal; commander in chief of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haig",1,1,1 ], "British forces in France and Flanders (1915-18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hail Mary",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Ave Maria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haile Selassie",1,1,1 ], "1941-74)| During the Italian occupation of Ethiopia (1936-41), he lived in exile in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haile Selassie",1,1,1 ], "England| He was a prominent figure in the Pan-African movement: deposed 1974" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haile Selassie",1,1,1 ], "in England| He is a prominent figure in the Pan-African movement" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haile Selassie",1,1,1 ], "since 1941)| During the Italian occupation of Ethiopia (1936-41), he lived in exile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haile Selassie",1,1,1 ], "title of Ras Tafari Makonnen| 1892-1975, emperor of Ethiopia (1930-36;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haile Selassie",1,1,1 ], "title of Ras Tafari Makonnen| born 1891, emperor of Ethiopia (1930-36 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hailwood",1,1,1 ], "1966-67;(350 cc|) 1966-67; and (500 cc|) 1962-65" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hailwood",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, English racing motorcyclist: world champion (250 cc|) 1961 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hainan",1,1,1 ], "1950| Pop|: 2,700,000 (1956 est|)| Area: 33,991 sq| km (13,124 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hainan",1,1,1 ], "Hainan Strait: administratively part of Kwantung province; China's second largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hainan",1,1,1 ], "an island in the South China Sea, separated from the mainland of S China by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hainan",1,1,1 ], "offshore island; relatively unexplored for 21 centuries of Chinese rule until after" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hainan",1,1,1 ], "offshore island| Pop|: 2,700,000 (1956 est|)| Area: 33,991 sq| km (13,124 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hainaut",1,1,1 ], "Area: 3797 sq| km (1466 sq| miles)| t" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hainaut",1,1,1 ], "Plain in the north to the Ardennes in the south; of present-day importance for its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hainaut",1,1,1 ], "a province of SW Belgium, bordering on France: stretches from the Flanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hainaut",1,1,1 ], "a province of SW Belgium: stretches from the Flanders Plain in the north to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hainaut",1,1,1 ], "coal mines| Capital: Mons| Pop|: 1,317,453 (1970)| Area: 3797 sq| km (1466 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hainaut",1,1,1 ], "miles)| t" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hainaut",1,1,1 ], "the Ardennes in the south; coal mines| Capital: Mons| Pop|: 1,321,846 (1975 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haiphong",1,1,1 ], "1,190,900 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haiphong",1,1,1 ], "a major industrial centre| Pop|: 369,248 (1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haiphong",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Vietnam, on the Red River delta: a major industrial centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haiphong",1,1,1 ], "a port in North Vietnam, on the NE edge of the Red River delta: chief port and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "a republic occupying the W part of the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "and became one of the richest colonial possessions in the world, with numerous" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "authoritarian regime of Francois Duvalier (1957-71)| Official language: French; Haitian" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "creole is the common spoken language| Religions: Roman Catholic and voodoo| Currency:" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "gourde| Capital: Port-au-Prince| Pop|: 4,314,628 (1971)| Area: 27,749 sq| km (10,714" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "plantations; slaves rebelled under Toussaint L'Ouverture in 1793 and defeated the French;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "taken over by the U|S| (1915-41) after long political and economic chaos; under the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,1 ], "the E part consisting of the Dominican Republic: ceded by Spain to France in 1697" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haiti",1,1,2 ], "a former name for Hispaniola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haitian",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of Haiti, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haitian",1,2,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Haiti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haitian",1,2,2 ], "the creolized French spoken in Haiti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haitink",1,1,1 ], "Sir Bernard| born 1929, Dutch orchestral conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hakenkreuz",1,1,1 ], "the swastika|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hakluyt",1,1,1 ], "1552-1616, English geographer, who compiled The Principal Navigations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hakluyt",1,1,1 ], "Voyages, and Discoveries of the English Nation (1589)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hakodate",1,1,1 ], "241,663 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hakodate",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Japan, on S Hokkaido: fishing industry and shipbuilding| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halafian",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halafian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Neolithic culture extending from Iran to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halakah",1,1,1 ], "contrasted with Haggadah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halakah",1,1,1 ], "that part of traditional Jewish literature concerned with the law, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halcyone",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Alcyone'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haldane",1,1,1 ], "JBS 1892-1964, Scottish biochemist, geneticist, and writer on science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haldane",1,1,2 ], "for his research into industrial diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haldane",1,1,2 ], "his father, John Scott| 1860-1936, Scottish physiologist, noted particularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haldane",1,1,3 ], "Richard Burdon, 1st Viscount Haldane of Cloan| 1856-1928, British statesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haldane",1,1,3 ], "and jurist| As secretary of state for war (1905-12) he reorganized the army and set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haldane",1,1,3 ], "up the territorial reserve" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hale",1,1,1 ], "George Ellery| 1868-1938, U|S| astronomer: undertook research into sunspots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hale",1,1,1 ], "and invented the spectroheliograph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hale",1,1,2 ], "Sir Matthew| 1609-76, English judge and scholar; Lord Chief Justice (1671-76)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haleakala",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in Hawaii, on E Mani Island| Height: 3057 m (10,032 ft|)| Area of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haleakala",1,1,1 ], "crater: 49 sq| km (19 sq| miles)| Depth of crater: 829 m (2720 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halesowen",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in the SW West Midlands| Pop|: 53,933 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hali",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for the Golden Horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halicarnassus",1,1,1 ], "a Greek colony on the SW coast of Asia Minor: one of the major Hellenistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halicarnassus",1,1,1 ], "cities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Canada, capital of Nova Scotia, on the Atlantic: founded in 1749" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",1,1,1 ], "as a British stronghold| Pop|: 122,035 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",1,1,2 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire: textiles| Pop|: 91,171 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",2,1,1 ], "Charles Montagu, Earl of Halifax| 1661-1715, English statesman; founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",2,1,1 ], "National Debt (1692) and the Bank of England (1694)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",2,1,2 ], "Conservative statesman| He was viceroy of India (1926-31), foreign secretary (1938-40), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",2,1,2 ], "Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, Earl of Halifax| 1881-1959, British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halifax",2,1,2 ], "ambassador to the U|S| (1941-46)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hall effect",1,1,1 ], "electric current when a magnetic field is applied in a direction perpendicular to that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hall effect",1,1,1 ], "of the current flow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hall effect",1,1,1 ], "the production of a potential difference across a conductor carrying an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hall of Fame",1,1,1 ], "a building containing plaques or busts honouring famous people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hall of Fame",1,1,2 ], "a group of famous people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 1],"1863-1914, U|S| chemist: discovered the electrolytic process for producing",1). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 1],"aluminium",2). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 2],"Sir John",1). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 3],"1824-1907, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister of New",1). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 3],"Zealand (1879-82)",2). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 4],"Sir Peter",1). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 5],"(1960-73) and of the National Theatre (since 1973)",2). c_DEF([ "Hall" ,1, 1, 5],"born 1930, English stage director: director of the Royal Shakespeare Company",1). c_DEF([ "Hall-Jones",1,1,1 ], "Sir William| 1851-1936, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hall-Jones",1,1,1 ], "of New Zealand (1906)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halle",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW East Germany, on the River Saale: early saltworks; a Hanseatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halle",1,1,1 ], "city in the late Middle Ages; university (1694)| Pop|: 239,181 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hallel",1,1,1 ], "a liturgical chant of praise used at Passover and other Jewish festivals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haller",1,1,1 ], "1708-77, Swiss biologist: founder of experimental physiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halley",1,1,1 ], "1656-1742, English astronomer and mathematician| He predicted the return of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halley",1,1,1 ], "and produced the first wind maps" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Halley",1,1,1 ], "the comet now known as Halley's comet, constructed charts of magnetic declination," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halley's Comet",1,1,1 ], "a comet revolving around the sun in a period of about 76 years and last seen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halley's Comet",1,1,1 ], "in 1910" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hallowe'en",1,1,1 ], "Eve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hallowe'en",1,1,1 ], "the eve of All Saints' Day celebrated on Oct| 31 by masquerading; Allhallows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hallowmas",1,1,1 ], "the feast celebrating All Saints' Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hallstatt",1,1,1 ], "Britain and lasting from the 9th to the 5th century b|c|, characterized by distinctive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hallstatt",1,1,1 ], "burial customs, bronze and iron tools, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hallstatt",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a late Bronze Age culture extending from central Europe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halmahera",1,1,1 ], "an island in NE Indonesia, the largest of the Moluccas: consists of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halmahera",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Dutch name: Djailolo, Gilolo, or Jilolo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Halmahera",1,1,1 ], "peninsulas enclosing three bays; mountainous and forested| Area: 17,780 sq| km (6865 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Halmstad",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Sweden, on the Kattegat| Pop|: 47,298 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hals" ,1, 1, 1],"1580-1666, Dutch portrait and genre painter: his works include",1). c_DEF([ "Haltemprice",1,1,1 ], "52,239 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haltemprice",1,1,1 ], "a township in NE England, in Humberside: a residential suburb of Hull| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halvy",1,1,1 ], "1834-1908, French dramatist and novelist, who collaborated with Meilhac on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Halvy",1,1,1 ], "opera libretti| &2945" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hama",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Biblical name: Hamath" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hama",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Syria, on the Orontes River: an early Hittite settlement; famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hama",1,1,1 ], "for its huge water wheels, used for irrigation since the Middle Ages| Pop|: 137,421" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamador Hamed",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 144,000 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hamador Hamed",1,1,1 ], "city in W central Iran, at an altitude of over 1830 m (6000 ft|): changed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamador Hamed",1,1,1 ], "hands several times since the 17th century between Iraq, Persia, and Turkey; trading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamamatsu",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, in S central Honshu: cotton textiles and musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamamatsu",1,1,1 ], "instruments| Pop|: 466,933 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hambletonian",1,1,1 ], "Hambletonian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hambletonian",1,1,1 ], "one of a superior breed of trotting horses descended from a stallion named" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamburg",1,1,1 ], "a city-state and port in N West Germany, on the River Elbe: the largest port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamburg",1,1,1 ], "in 1510 and a state of the German empire in 1871; university (1919); extensive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hamburg",1,1,1 ], "in Germany; a founder member of the Hanseatic League; became a free imperial city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamburg",1,1,1 ], "shipyards| Pop|: 1,751,621 (1974 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hamelin",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Hameln" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hameln",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| English name: Hamelin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hameln",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in N West Germany, in Lower Saxony on the Weser River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hameln",1,1,1 ], "famous for the legend of the Pied Piper (supposedly took place in 1284)| Pop|: 46,800" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamersley Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in N Western Australia: iron-ore deposits| Highest peak: 1236" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamersley Range",1,1,1 ], "m (4056 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamhung",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central North Korea: commercial and governmental centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamhung",1,1,1 ], "of NE Korea during the Yi dynasty (1392-1910)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilcar Barca",1,1,1 ], "(237-??228)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilcar Barca",1,1,1 ], "(247-41) during the first Punic War and established Carthaginian influence in Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilcar Barca",1,1,1 ], "died 228 b|c|, Carthaginian general; father of Hannibal| He held command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Canada, in S Ontario on Lake Ontario: iron and steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",1,1,1 ], "industry| Pop|: 309,173 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",1,1,2 ], "a city in New Zealand, on central North Island| Pop|: 74,784 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",1,1,3 ], "a town in S Scotland, near Glasgow| Pop|: 46,347 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",1,1,4 ], "the capital and chief port of Bermuda| Pop|: 2060 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",1,1,5 ], "the former name of the Churchill River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",2,1,1 ], "Alexander| 1757-1804, American statesman| He was a leader of the Federalists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",2,1,1 ], "and as first secretary of the Treasury (1789-95) established a federal bank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",2,1,2 ], "Lady Emma| 1765-1815, mistress of Nelson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",2,1,3 ], "Sir William Rowan| 1805-65, Irish mathematician: founded Hamiltonian mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamilton",2,1,3 ], "and formulated the theory of quaternions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamiltonian",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical function of the coordinates and momenta of a system of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamiltonian",1,1,1 ], "particles used to express their equations of motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamiltonian",1,1,2 ], "a mathematical operator that generates such a function| Symbol: H" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamiltonian",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to Sir William Rowan Hamilton, or the theory of mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamiltonian",1,2,1 ], "or mathematical operator devised by him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamite",1,1,1 ], "Tuaregs, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hamite",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of peoples of N Africa supposedly descended from Noah's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamite",1,1,1 ], "son Ham (Genesis 5:32, 10:6), including the ancient Egyptians, the Berbers, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamitic",1,1,1 ], "a group of N African languages related to Semitic| They are now classified in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamitic",1,1,1 ], "and Chadic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hamitic",1,1,1 ], "four separate subfamilies of the Afro-Asiatic family: Egyptian, Berber, Cushitic," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamitic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamitic",1,2,2 ], "denoting, belonging to, or characteristic of the Hamites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamito-Semitic",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the Afro-Asiatic family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamito-Semitic",1,2,1 ], "denoting or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamm",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia: a Hanse town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamm",1,1,1 ], "from 1417; severely damaged in World War II| Pop|: 84,600 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hammarskj",1,1,1 ], "1905-61, Swedish statesman secretary-general of the United Nations (1953-61):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammarskj",1,1,1 ], "Nobel peace prize 1961" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hammerfest",1,1,1 ], "Nov| 21 and Jan| 21; fishing and tourist centre| Pop|: 6974 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hammerfest",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Norway, on the W coast of Kvaloy Island: the northernmost town in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammerfest",1,1,1 ], "the world, with uninterrupted daylight from May 17 to July 19 and no sun between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hammersmith",1,1,1 ], "1965 by the amalgamation of Fulham and Hammersmith| Pop|: 170,000 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hammersmith",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London on the River Thames in the south: established in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammerstein II",1,1,1 ], "1895-1960, U|S| librettist and songwriter: collaborated with the composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammerstein II",1,1,1 ], "Richard Rodgers in musicals such as South Pacific (1949) and The Sound of Music (1959)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hammond",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Indiana, adjacent to Chicago| Pop|: 106,383 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammond",2,1,1 ], "Dame Joan| born 1912, Australian operatic singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammond",2,1,2 ], "Walter Reginald, known as Wally Hammond| 1903-65, English cricketer| An" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammond",2,1,2 ], "all-rounder, he played for England 85 times between 1928 and 1946" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hammurabi",1,1,1 ], "18th century b|c|, king of Babylonia; promulgator of one of the earliest known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hammurabi",1,1,1 ], "codes of law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hampden",1,1,1 ], "1594-1643, English statesman; one of the leaders of the Parliamentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hampden",1,1,1 ], "opposition to Charles I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hampshire",1,1,1 ], "Roman remains| Administrative centre: Winchester| Pop|: 1,456,100 (1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hampshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of S England, on the English Channel: crossed by the Hampshire Downs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hampshire",1,1,1 ], "and the South Downs, with the New Forest in the southwest and many prehistoric and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hampstead",1,1,1 ], "Camden since 1965; nearby is Hampstead Heath, a popular recreation area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hampstead",1,1,1 ], "a residential district in N London: part of the Greater London borough of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hampton",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 128,119 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hampton",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Virginia, on the harbour of Hampton Roads on Chesapeake Bay|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hampton",1,1,2 ], "Thames: famous for Hampton Court Palace (built in 1515 by Cardinal Wolsey)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hampton",1,1,2 ], "a district of the Greater London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hamsun",1,1,1 ], "The Growth of the Soil (1917): Nobel prize for literature 1920" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hamsun",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Knut Pedersen| 1859-1952, Norwegian novelist, whose works include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Han Cities",1,1,1 ], "a group of three cities in E central China, in SE Hupeh at the confluence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Han Cities",1,1,1 ], "the Han and Yangtze Rivers: Hanyang, Hankow, and Wuchang; united in 1950 to form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Han Cities",1,1,1 ], "the conurbation of Wuhan, the capital of Hupeh province" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Han",1,1,1 ], "221 a|d|, expanding its territory and developing its bureaucracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Han",1,1,1 ], "the imperial dynasty that ruled China for most of the time from 206 b|c| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Han",1,1,2 ], "the Chinese people as contrasted to Mongols, Manchus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Han",2,1,1 ], "Hupeh to the Yangtze River at Wuhan| Length: about 1450 km (900 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Han",2,1,1 ], "a river in E central China, rising in S Shensi and flowing southeast through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanau",1,1,1 ], "a city in central West Germany, in Hesse east of Frankfurt am Main: a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanau",1,1,1 ], "of the jewellery industry| Pop|: 55,500 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hancock",1,1,1 ], "1737-93, American statesman; first signatory of the Declaration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hancock",1,1,1 ], "Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Handel",1,1,1 ], "(1743)| Other works include over 40 operas, 12 concerti grossi, organ concertos," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Handel",1,1,1 ], "England, noted particularly for his oratorios, including the Messiah (1741) and Samson" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Handel",1,1,1 ], "German name Georg Friedrich Handel| 1685-1759, German composer, resident in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Handel",1,1,1 ], "chamber and orchestral music, esp| Water Music (1717)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Handy" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Handy" ,1, 1, 2],"1873-1958, U|S| blues composer, who wrote St| Louis Blues",1). c_DEF([ "Hangchow",1,1,1 ], "960,000 (1970 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hangchow",1,1,1 ], "Polo as the finest city in the world; seat of two universities (1927, 1959)| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hangchow",1,1,1 ], "a port in E China, capital of Chekiang province, on Hangchow Bay (an inlet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hangchow",1,1,1 ], "the East China Sea), at the foot of the Eye of Heaven Mountains: regarded by Marco" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hanging Gardens of Babylon",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Babylon) gardens, probably planted on terraces of a ziggurat: one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanging Gardens of Babylon",1,1,1 ], "of the Seven Wonders of the World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hankow",1,1,1 ], "Yangtze Rivers: one of the Han Cities; merged with Hanyang and Wuchang in 1950 to form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hankow",1,1,1 ], "a former city in SE China, in SE Hupeh at the confluence of the Han and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hankow",1,1,1 ], "the conurbation of Wuhan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hannah",1,1,1 ], "the woman who gave birth to Samuel (I Samuel 1-2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hannibal",1,1,1 ], "247-182 b|c|, Carthaginian general; son of Hamilcar Barca| He commanded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hannibal",1,1,1 ], "Carthage and was defeated by Scipio at Zama (202)| He was later forced into exile and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Hannibal",1,1,1 ], "Carthaginian army in the Second Punic War (218-201)| After capturing Sagunto in Spain, he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hannibal",1,1,1 ], "committed suicide to avoid capture" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Hannibal",1,1,1 ], "invaded Italy (218), crossing the Alps with an army of about 40,000 men and defeating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hannibal",1,1,1 ], "the Romans at Trasimene (217) and Cannae (216)| In 203 he was recalled to defend" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hannover",1,1,1 ], "Hannover (1815-66); situated on the Mittelland canal| Pop|: 505,106 (1974 est|)| English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hannover",1,1,1 ], "a city in N West Germany, capital of Lower Saxony: capital of the kingdom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hannover",1,1,1 ], "spelling: Hanover" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hanoi",1,1,1 ], "French Indochina in 1887, of Vietnam in 1945, and of North Vietnam (1954-75);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hanoi",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Vietnam, on the Red River: became capital of Tonkin in 1802, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanoi",1,1,1 ], "university (1917); industrial centre| Pop|: 1,443,500 (1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hanover",1,1,1 ], "the English spelling of Hannover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanover",2,1,1 ], "British throne as George I in 1714" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hanover",2,1,1 ], "a princely house of Germany (1692-1815), the head of which succeeded to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanover",2,1,2 ], "the royal house of Britain (1714-1901)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanoverian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or situated in Hannover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanoverian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the princely house of Hanover or to the monarchs of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanoverian",1,1,2 ], "or their reigns from 1714 to 1901" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hanoverian",1,2,1 ], "a member or supporter of the house of Hanover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanratty",1,1,1 ], "1936-62, Englishman executed, despite conflicting evidence, for a murder on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanratty",1,1,1 ], "capital punishment in Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hanratty",1,1,1 ], "the A6 road| Subsequent public concern played a major part in the abolition of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hansard",1,1,1 ], "the official verbatim report of the proceedings of the British Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hansard",1,1,2 ], "a similar report kept by other legislative bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanse",1,1,1 ], "a medieval guild of merchants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanse",1,1,2 ], "a fee paid by the new members of a medieval trading guild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanse",1,1,2,1 ], "another name for the Hanseatic League" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanse",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanseatic League",1,1,1 ], "a commercial association of towns in N Germany formed in the mid-14th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanseatic League",1,1,1 ], "to protect and control trade| It was at its most powerful in the 15th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hanseatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Hanseatic League" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanseatic",1,2,1 ], "a member of the Hanseatic League" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hansen's disease",1,1,1 ], "another name for leprosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hants| ",1,1,1 ], "Hampshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanukkah",1,1,1 ], "Feast of Dedication" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hanukkah",1,1,1 ], "commemorating the rededication of the temple by Judas Maccabaeus in 165 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hanukkah",1,1,1 ], "the eight-day Jewish festival of lights beginning on the 25th of Kislev and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanuman",1,1,1 ], "another word for entellus (the monkey)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanuman",1,1,2 ], "the monkey chief of Hindu mythology and devoted helper of Rama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanyang",1,1,1 ], "Yangtze Rivers: one of the Han Cities; merged with Hankow and Wuchang in 1950 to form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hanyang",1,1,1 ], "a former city in SE China, in SE Hupeh at the confluence of the Han and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hanyang",1,1,1 ], "the conurbation of Wuhan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haphtarah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Haftarah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hapsburg",1,1,1 ], "1440 to 1806, the Hapsburgs wore the imperial crown of the Holy Roman Empire almost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hapsburg",1,1,1 ], "Austria-Hungary (1848-1918)| German name: Habsburg" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Hapsburg",1,1,1 ], "a German princely family founded by Albert, count of Hapsburg (1153)| From" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hapsburg",1,1,1 ], "continued as the royal house of Hapsburg-Lorraine, ruling in Austria (1806-48) and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hapsburg",1,1,1 ], "uninterruptedly| They also provided rulers for Austria, Spain, Hungary, Bohemia, etc| The line" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Harald I",1,1,1 ], "called Harald Fairhair| 850-933, first king of Norway: his rule caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harald I",1,1,1 ], "emigration to the British Isles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harappa",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in the Punjab in NW Pakistan: one of the centres of the Indus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harappa",1,1,1 ], "civilization that flourished from 2500 to 1700 b|c|; probably destroyed by Indo-European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harappa",1,1,1 ], "invaders" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Harar",1,1,1 ], "(1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harar",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Ethiopia: former capital of the Muslim state of Adal| Pop|: 45,840" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harbin",1,1,1 ], "Revolution in Russia (1917)| Pop|: 1,670,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Harbin",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, capital of Heilungkiang province on the Sungari River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harbin",1,1,1 ], "founded by the Russians in 1897; centre of tsarist activities after the October" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hardecanute",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Harthacanute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hardenberg",1,1,1 ], "the original name of Novalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hardicanute",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Harthacanute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hardie",1,1,1 ], "Keir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hardie",1,1,2 ], "(k$I@@)| 1856-1915, Scottish labour leader and politician the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hardie",1,1,2 ], "parliamentary leader of the Labour Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harding",1,1,1 ], "1865-1923, 29th president of the U|S| (1921-23)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hardy",1,1,1 ], "(1891), and Jude the Obscure (1895), after which his work consisted chiefly of verse" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hardy",1,1,1 ], "1840-1928, English novelist and poet| Most of his novels are set in his native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hardy",1,1,1 ], "Dorset (described as Wessex) and include Far from the Madding Crowd (1874), The Return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hardy",1,1,1 ], "of the Native (1878), The Mayor of Casterbridge (1886), Tess of the d'Urbervilles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hargeisa",1,1,1 ], "(1941-60); trading centre for nomadic herders| Pop|: 50,000 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hargeisa",1,1,1 ], "a city in the NW Somali Republic: former capital of British Somaliland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hargreaves",1,1,1 ], "died 1778, English inventor of the spinning jenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harijan",1,1,1 ], "a member of certain classes in India, formerly considered inferior and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harijan",1,1,1 ], "untouchable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haringey",1,1,1 ], "a borough of N Greater London| Pop|: 228,200 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harlem",1,1,1 ], "a district of New York City, in NE Manhattan: now largely a Black ghetto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harley Street",1,1,1 ], "a street in central London famous for its large number of medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harley Street",1,1,1 ], "specialists' consulting rooms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harley",1,1,1 ], "(1710-14), negotiating the treaty of Utrecht (1713)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harley",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Oxford| 1661-1724, British statesman; head of the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harlow" ,2, Jean_84, 1, 1],"1911-37",1). c_DEF([ "Harlow",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in W Essex: designated a new town in 1947, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harlow",1,1,1 ], "planned population of 80,000| Pop|: 77,684 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harmsworth",1,1,1 ], "Alfred Charles William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harmsworth",1,1,2 ], "Harold Sydney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harney Peak",1,1,1 ], "2207 m (7242 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harney Peak",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SW South Dakota: the highest peak in the Black Hills| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harold I",1,1,1 ], "surname Harefoot| died 1040, king of England (1037-40); son of Canute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harold II",1,1,1 ], "1022-66, king of England (1066); son of Earl Godwin and successor of Edward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harold II",1,1,1 ], "defeated him at the Battle of Hastings (1066)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Harold II",1,1,1 ], "the Confessor| His claim to the throne was disputed by William the Conqueror, who" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harper's Ferry",1,1,1 ], "Rivers: site of an arsenal seized by John Brown (1859)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harper's Ferry",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE West Virginia, at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harpy",1,1,1 ], "a ravenous creature with a woman's head and trunk and a bird's wings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harpy",1,1,1 ], "claws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harrar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Harar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harriman",1,1,1 ], "Averell| born 1891, U|S| diplomat: negotiated the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harriman",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet Union (1963); governor of New York (1955-58)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harris Tweed",1,1,1 ], "a loose-woven tweed made in the Outer Hebrides, esp| Lewis and Harris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harris",1,1,1 ], "2879 (1971)| Area: 500 sq| km (193 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harris",1,1,1 ], "the S part of the island of Lewis with Harris, in the Outer Hebrides| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harris",2,1,1 ], "Frank| 1856-1931, British writer and journalist; his books include his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harris",2,1,1 ], "autobiography My Life and Loves (1923-27) and Contemporary Portraits (1915-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harris",2,1,2 ], "Joel Chandler| 1848-1908, U|S| writer; creator of Uncle Remus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harris",2,1,3 ], "Roy| born 1898, U|S| composer, esp| of orchestral and choral music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harris",2,1,3 ], "incorporating American folk tunes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harrisburg",1,1,1 ], "68,061 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harrisburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Pennsylvania, on the Susquehanna River: the state capital| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrison",1,1,1 ], "Benjamin| 1833-1901, 23rd president of the U|S| (1889-93)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrison",1,1,2 ], "(1962-70)| His solo albums include All Things must pass (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harrison",1,1,2 ], "George| born 1943, English rock guitarist and vocalist: member of the Beatles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrison",1,1,3 ], "William Henry, grandfather of Benjamin Harrison| 1773-1841, 9th president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrison",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| (1841)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harrogate",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in North Yorkshire: a spa| Pop|: 62,290 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrovian",1,1,1 ], "a person educated at Harrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrovian",1,2,1 ], "of or concerning Harrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrow",1,1,1 ], "a borough of NW Greater London| Pop|: 200,200 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrow",1,1,2 ], "an English boys' public school founded in 1571 at Harrow-on-the-Hill, a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harrow",1,1,2 ], "of this borough" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hart",1,1,1 ], "1895-1943, U|S| lyricist: collaborated with Richard Rodgers in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hart",1,1,1 ], "musicals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harte",1,1,1 ], "Bret| 1836-1902, U|S| poet and short-story writer, noted for his sketches of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harte",1,1,1 ], "Californian gold miners, such as The Luck of Roaring Camp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harte",1,1,2 ], "(1868)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hartford",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 148,526 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hartford",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Connecticut, on the Connecticut River: the state capital|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harthacanute" ,1, 1, 1],"Hardecanute, or Hardicanuten",1). c_DEF([ "Hartlepool",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hartlepool",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, in Cleveland on the North Sea: greatly enlarged in 1967" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hartlepool",1,1,1 ], "by its amalgamation with West Hartlepool; shipbuilding and fishing| Pop|: 96,898" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hartley",1,1,1 ], "1705-57, English philosopher and physician| In Observations of Man (1749) he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hartley",1,1,1 ], "introduced the theory of psychological associationism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hartnell",1,1,1 ], "born 1901, English couturier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harun al-Rashid",1,1,1 ], "763-809 a|d|, Abbasid caliph of Islam (786-809), whose court at Baghdad was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harun al-Rashid",1,1,1 ], "idealized in the Arabian Nights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harvard classification",1,1,1 ], "a classification of stars based on the characteristic spectral absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harvard classification",1,1,1 ], "lines and bands of the chemical elements present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harvey",1,1,1 ], "1578-1657, English physician who discovered the mechanism of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harvey",1,1,1 ], "circulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harwich",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE England, in NE Essex on the North Sea| Pop|: 14,892 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haryana",1,1,1 ], "Area: 44,506 sq| km (17,182 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haryana",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE India, formed in 1966 from the Hindi-speaking parts of the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haryana",1,1,1 ], "of Punjab| Capital: Chandigarh (shared with Punjab)| Pop|: 10,036,808 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Harz",1,1,1 ], "a range of wooded hills in central Germany, between the Rivers Weser and Elbe:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Harz",1,1,1 ], "source of many legends| Highest peak: Brocken, 1142 m (3746 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hasdrubal",1,1,1 ], "(218-211); joined his brother Hannibal in Italy and was killed at the Metaurus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hasdrubal",1,1,1 ], "died 207 b|c|, Carthaginian general: commanded the Carthaginian army in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hasek" ,1, 1, 1],"1883-1923, Czech novelist and short-story writer author of",1). c_DEF([ "Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan",1,1,1 ], "the official name of Jordan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hasidim",1,1,1 ], "a sect of Jewish mystics founded in Poland about 1750, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hasidim",1,1,1 ], "religious zeal and a spirit of prayer, joy, and charity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hasidim",1,1,2 ], "a Jewish sect of the 2nd century b|c|, formed to combat Hellenistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hasidim",1,1,2 ], "influences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hassan II",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, king of Morocco since 1961" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hasselt",1,1,1 ], "a market town in E Belgium, capital of Limbourg province| Pop|: 39,663 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE England, in East Sussex on the English Channel: near the site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",1,1,1 ], "chief of the Cinque Ports| Pop|: 72,169 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",1,1,1 ], "the Battle of Hastings (1066), in which William the Conqueror defeated King Harold;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",1,1,2 ], "a town in New Zealand, on E North Island: centre of a rich agricultural and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",1,1,2 ], "fruit-growing region| Pop|: 29,753 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",2,1,1 ], "(1773-85)| He implemented important reforms but was impeached by parliament (1788) on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",2,1,1 ], "1732-1818, British administrator in India; first governor general of Bengal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hastings",2,1,1 ], "charges of corruption; acquitted in 1795" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hatfield",1,1,1 ], "Hatfield new town, 25,211 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hatfield",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S central England, in Hertfordshire, with a new town of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hatfield",1,1,1 ], "same name built on the outskirts| Pop|: Hatfield rural district, 44,927 (1971);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hathaway",1,1,1 ], "1557-1623, wife of William Shakespeare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hathor",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egyptian religion) the mother of Horus and goddess of creation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hatshepsut",1,1,1 ], "mortuary temple at Deir el Bahri near Thebes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hatshepsut",1,1,1 ], "queen of Egypt of the l8th dynasty (??1512-1482 b|c|)|She built a great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hatteras",1,1,1 ], "a promontory off the E coast of North Carolina, on Hatteras Island, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hatteras",1,1,1 ], "for its danger to shipping" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hatteras",1,1,1 ], "situated between Pamlico Sound and the Atlantic: known as the Graveyard of the Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hauptmann" ,1, 1, 1],"1862-1946, German naturalist, dramatist, novelist, and poet|His works include",1). c_DEF([ "Hauptmann" ,1, 1, 1],"the historical drama",2). c_DEF([ "Hauraki Gulf",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific in New Zealand, on the N coast of North Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hausa",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in N Nigeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hausa",1,1,2 ], "Africa and the S Sahara" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hausa",1,1,2 ], "Afro-Asiatic family of languages| It is widely used as a trading language throughout W" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hausa",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people: the chief member of the Chadic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haut-Rhin",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 3566 sq| km (1377 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haut-Rhin",1,1,1 ], "a department of E France in Alsace region| Capital: Colmar| Pop|: 647,209" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Garonne",1,1,1 ], "793,569 (1975)| Area: 6367 sq| km (2483 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Garonne",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Toulouse| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Loire",1,1,1 ], "214,269 (1975)| Area: 5001 sq| km (1950 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Loire",1,1,1 ], "a department of S central France, in Auvergne region| Capital: Le Puy| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Marne",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 221,437 (1975)| Area: 6257 sq| km (2440 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Marne",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France, in Champagne-Ardenne region| Capital: Chaumont|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Normandie",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW France, on the English Channel: generally fertile and flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Sa",1,1,1 ], "229,357 (1975)| Area: 5375 sq| km (2096 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Sa",1,1,1 ], "a department of E France, in Franche-Comte region| Capital: Vesoul| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Savoie",1,1,1 ], "458,855 (1975)| Area: 4958 sq| km (1934 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Savoie",1,1,1 ], "a department of E France, in Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: Annecy| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Vienne",1,1,1 ], "359,365 (1975)| Area: 5555 sq| km (2166 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haute-Vienne",1,1,1 ], "a department of W central France, in Limousin region| Capital: Limoges| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hautes-Alpes",1,1,1 ], "102,694 (1975)| Area: 5643 sq| km (2201 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hautes-Alpes",1,1,1 ], "a department of SE France in Provence-Cote-d'Azur region| Capital: Gap| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hautes-Pyrn",1,1,1 ], "234,112 (1975)| Area: 4534 sq| km (1768 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hautes-Pyrn",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Tarbes| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hauts-de-Seine",1,1,1 ], "a department of N central France, in Ile de France region just west of Paris:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hauts-de-Seine",1,1,1 ], "formed in 1964| Capital: Nanterre| Pop|: 1,448,020 (1975)| Area: 175 sq| km (68 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hauts-de-Seine",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Havana cigar",1,1,1 ], "any of various cigars manufactured in Cuba, known esp| for their high quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Havana",1,1,1 ], "Velasquez| Pop|: 1,755,360 (1970)| Spanish name: Habana" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Havana",1,1,1 ], "largest city in the West Indies; founded in 1514 as San Cristobal de la Habana by Diego" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Havana",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Cuba, a port in the northwest on the Gulf of Mexico: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Havant",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Havant",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S England, in SE Hampshire| Pop| (with Waterloo): 108,999" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Havel",1,1,1 ], "a river in East Germany, flowing south to Berlin, then west and north to join" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Havel",1,1,1 ], "the River Elbe| Length: about 362 km (225 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Havering",1,1,1 ], "(both previously in Essex)| Pop|: 239,200 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Havering",1,1,1 ], "a borough of NE Greater London, formed in 1965 from Romford and Hornchurch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haversian canal",1,1,1 ], "any of the channels that form a network in bone and contain blood vessels and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haversian canal",1,1,1 ], "nerves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaii",1,1,1 ], "(6425 sq| miles)| Former name: Sandwich Islands" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaii",1,1,1 ], "Captain Cook in 1778; annexed by the U|S| in 1898; naval base at Pearl Harbor attacked" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaii",1,1,1 ], "a state of the U|S| in the central Pacific, consisting of over 20 volcanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaii",1,1,1 ], "by the Japanese in 1941, a major cause of U|S| entry into World War II; became a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaii",1,1,1 ], "islands and atolls, including Hawaii, Maui, Oahu, Kauai, and Molokai: discovered by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaii",1,1,1 ], "state in 1959| Capital: Honolulu| Pop|: 865,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 16,640 sq| km" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaiian guitar",1,1,1 ], "a ukulele with an unfretted neck, on which a characteristic glissando can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaiian guitar",1,1,1 ], "obtained with a steel bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaiian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Hawaii, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaiian",1,2,1 ], "Tahitian immigrants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaiian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Hawaii, esp| one descended from Melanesian or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawaiian",1,2,2 ], "a language of Hawaii belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawes Water",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in the Lake District: provides part of Manchester's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawes Water",1,1,1 ], "water supply; extended by damming from 4 km (2|5 miles) to 6 km (4 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hawick",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 16,286 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hawick",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Scotland, in the S central Borders region: knitwear industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawkins",1,1,1 ], "Coleman| 1904-69, U|S| pioneer of the tenor saxophone for jazz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawkins",1,1,2 ], "Armada (1588)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hawkins",1,1,2 ], "Sir John| 1532-95, English naval commander and slave trader, treasurer of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawkins",1,1,2 ], "navy (1577-89); commander of a squadron in the fleet that defeated the Spanish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haworth",1,1,1 ], "Bronte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haworth",1,1,1 ], "a village in N England, in West Yorkshire: home of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawthorne",1,1,1 ], "1804-64, U|S| novelist and short-story writer: his works include the novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hawthorne",1,1,1 ], "The Scarlet Letter (1850) and The House of Seven Gables (1851) and the children's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hawthorne",1,1,1 ], "stories Tanglewood Tales (1853)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haydn",1,1,1 ], "Joseph | 1732-1809, Austrian composer, who played a major part in establishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haydn",1,1,1 ], "the classical forms of the symphony and the string quartet| His other works include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Haydn",1,1,1 ], "the oratorios The Creation (1796-98) and The Seasons (1798-1801)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Haydn",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Johann Michael 1737-1806, Austrian composer, esp| of Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Haydn",1,1,2 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hazlitt",1,1,1 ], "1778-1830, English critic and essayist: works include Characters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hazlitt",1,1,1 ], "Shakespeare's Plays (1817), Table Talk (1821), and The Plain Speaker (1826)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hb",1,1,1 ], "haemoglobin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hbert",1,1,1 ], "1755-94, French journalist and revolutionary: a leader of the sans-culottes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hbert",1,1,1 ], "during the French Revolution|He was guillotined under Robespierre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hderlin",1,1,1 ], "1770-1843, German lyric poet, whose works include the poems Menon's Lament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hderlin",1,1,1 ], "for Diotima and Bread and Wine and the novel Hyperion (1797-99)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "He",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for helium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Healey",1,1,1 ], "born 1917, English Labour politician Chancellor of the Exchequer since 1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hearst",1,1,1 ], "1863-1951, U|S| newspaper publisher, whose newspapers were noted for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hearst",1,1,1 ], "sensationalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heath Robinson",1,1,1 ], "(of a mechanical device) absurdly complicated in design and having a simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heath Robinson",1,1,1 ], "function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heath",1,1,1 ], "born 1916, British statesman; leader of the Conservative Party (1965-75);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heath",1,1,1 ], "prime minister 1970-74" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heaviside layer",1,1,1 ], "another name for E region (of the ionosphere)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heaviside",1,1,1 ], "1850-1925, English physicist| Independently of Kennelly, he predicted (1902)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heaviside",1,1,1 ], "layer); he also contributed to telegraphy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Heaviside",1,1,1 ], "the existence of an ionized gaseous layer in the upper atmosphere (the Heaviside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hebbel" ,1, 1, 1],"1813-63, German dramatist and lyric poet, whose historical works were",1). c_DEF([ "Hebbel" ,1, 1, 1],"influenced by Hegel his major plays are",2). c_DEF([ "Hebbel" ,1, 1, 2],"Herodes und Marianne (1850), and the trilogy Die Nibelungen (1862)",1). c_DEF([ "Hebdomadal Council",1,1,1 ], "the governing council or senate of Oxford University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebe",1,1,1 ], "Hercules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hebe",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of youth and spring, daughter of Zeus and Hera and wife of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebraic" ,1, 1, 1],"Hebraical, or Hebrewadj",1). c_DEF([ "Hebraic" ,1, 1, 2],"culture",2). c_DEF([ "Hebraic" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or characteristic of the Hebrews or their language or",1). c_DEF([ "Hebraism",1,1,1 ], "Hebrews, their language, or their culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hebraism",1,1,1 ], "a custom, linguistic usage, or other feature peculiar to or borrowed from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebraism",1,1,2 ], "Hebrew customs, attitudes, and tenets collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebraist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies the Hebrew language and culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebraize",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become Hebrew or Hebraic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrew calendar",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Jewish calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrew",1,1,1 ], "Israelite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrew",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Semitic people claiming descent from Abraham; an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrew",1,1,2 ], "Afro-Asiatic family of languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrew",1,1,2 ], "Israel| It belongs to the Canaanitic branch of the Semitic subfamily of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrew",1,1,2 ], "the ancient language of the Hebrews, revived as the official language of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrew",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Hebrews or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrews",1,1,1 ], "a book of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "North Minch, Little Minch, and the Sea of the Hebrides; the chief islands are Skye," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "North and South Uist, Benbecula, and Barra (Outer Hebrides)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "Rhum, Jura, Islay, Tiree, Coll, and Eigg (Inner Hebrides), and Harris and Lewis," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 500 islands off the W coast of Scotland: separated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebron",1,1,1 ], "43,000 (1967)| Arabic name: El Khalil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hebron",1,1,1 ], "a city on the West Bank of the Jordan: famous for the Haram, which includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hebron",1,1,1 ], "the cenotaphs of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebecca, and Jacob and Leah| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heb|",1,1,1 ], "Hebrew (language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heb|",1,1,2 ], "Hebrews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hecate",1,1,1 ], "a goddess of the underworld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hector",1,1,1 ], "a son of King Priam of Troy, who was killed by Achilles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hecuba",1,1,1 ], "the wife of King Priam of Troy, and mother of Hector and Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hedjaz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Hejaz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heenan",1,1,1 ], "1905-75, Irish cardinal; archbishop of Westminster (1963-75)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heerlen",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SE Netherlands, in Limburg province: industrial centre of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heerlen",1,1,1 ], "coal-mining region| Pop|: 73,849 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hegel" ,1, 1, 1],"1770-1831, German philosopher, who created a fundamentally influential system",1). c_DEF([ "Hegel" ,1, 1, 1],"expounded in",3). c_DEF([ "Hegel" ,1, 1, 1],"of thought|His view of man's mind as the highest expression of the Absolute is",2). c_DEF([ "Hegel" ,1, 1, 2],"and he developed his concept of dialectic in Science of Logic (1812-16)|",1). c_DEF([ "Hegelian dialectic",1,1,1 ], "(thesis) and its antithesis is resolved at a higher level of truth (synthesis)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hegelian dialectic",1,1,1 ], "an interpretive method in which the contradiction between a proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hegira",1,1,1 ], "the Muslim era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hegira",1,1,1 ], "the flight of Mohammed from Mecca to Medina in 622 a|d|;the starting point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hegira",1,1,2 ], "the Muslim era itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hegira",1,1,3 ], "an escape or flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heidelberg man",1,1,1 ], "a type of primitive man, Homo heidelbergensis, occurring in Europe in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heidelberg man",1,1,1 ], "middle Palaeolithic age, known only from a single fossil lower jaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heidelberg",1,1,1 ], "12th century) and university (1386), the oldest in Germany| Pop|: 120,925 (1974" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Heidelberg",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW West Germany, in NW Baden-Wurttemberg on the River Neckar:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heidelberg",1,1,1 ], "capital of the Palatinate from the 13th century until 1719; famous castle (begun in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heidelberg",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Heiduc",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Haiduk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heifetz",1,1,1 ], "born 1901, U|S| violinist, born in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heilbronn",1,1,1 ], "105,767 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heilbronn",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW West Germany, in N Baden-Wurttemberg on the River Neckar| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heilungkiang",1,1,1 ], "a province of NE China, in Manchuria: coal-mining, with placer gold in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heilungkiang",1,1,1 ], "rivers| Capital: Harbin| Pop|: 25,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 464,000 sq| km (179,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heilungkiang",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Heimdall",1,1,1 ], "the god of light and the dawn, and the guardian of the rainbow bridge Bifrost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heine" ,1, 1, 1],"1797-1856, German poet and essayist, whose chief poetic work is",1). c_DEF([ "Heine" ,1, 1, 2],"Many of his poems have been set to music, notably by Schubert and Schumann|",1). c_DEF([ "Heisenberg uncertainty principle",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for uncertainty principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heisenberg",1,1,1 ], "1901-76, German physicist|He contributed to quantum mechanics and formulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heisenberg",1,1,1 ], "the uncertainty principle (1927): Nobel prize for physics 1932" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heitler",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, German physicist, noted for his work on chemical bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hejaz",1,1,1 ], "Mecca| Pop|: about 2,000,000 (1970 est|)| Area: about 348,600 sq| km (134,600 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hejaz",1,1,1 ], "a provincial area of W Saudi Arabia, along the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aqaba:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hejaz",1,1,1 ], "formerly an independent kingdom; united with Nejd in 1932 to form Saudi Arabia| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hejaz",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hejira",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Hegira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hekate",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Hecate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hekla",1,1,1 ], "Height: 1491 m (4892 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hekla",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in SW Iceland: several craters, with the last eruption in 1970|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hel",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hel",1,1,2 ], "the underworld realm of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heldentenor",1,1,1 ], "a tenor with a powerful voice suited to singing heroic roles, esp| in Wagner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helen",1,1,1 ], "husband Menelaus caused the Trojan War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helen",1,1,1 ], "the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda, whose abduction by Paris from her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helena",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Montana: the state capital| Pop|: 22,730 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helgoland",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Heligoland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helicon",1,1,1 ], "Aganippe, believed by the Ancient Greeks to be the source of poetic inspiration and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helicon",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Greece, in Boeotia: location of the springs of Hippocrene and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helicon",1,1,1 ], "home of the Muses| Height: 1749 m (5738 ft|)| Modern Greek name: Elikon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Heligoland",1,1,1 ], "1890 in exchange for Zanzibar| German name: Helgoland" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Heligoland",1,1,1 ], "West German state of Schleswig-Holstein: a large island in early medieval times, now" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Heligoland",1,1,1 ], "a small island in the North Sea, one of the North Frisian Islands, separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heligoland",1,1,1 ], "eroded to an area of about 150 hectares (380 acres); ceded by Britain to Germany in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Heligoland",1,1,1 ], "from the coast of NW West Germany by Heligoland Bight: administratively part of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heliochrome",1,1,1 ], "a photograph that reproduces the natural colours of the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heliogabalus",1,1,1 ], "His reign was notorious for debauchery and extravagance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heliogabalus",1,1,1 ], "original name Varius Avitus Bassianus| 204-222 a|d|, Roman emperor (218-222)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heliopolis",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egypt) a city near the apex of the Nile delta: a centre of sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heliopolis",1,1,1 ], "worship| Ancient Egyptian name: On" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heliopolis",1,1,2 ], "the Ancient Greek name for Baalbek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helios",1,1,1 ], "counterpart: Sol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helios",1,1,1 ], "the god of the sun, who drove his chariot daily across the sky| Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hell's Angel",1,1,1 ], "a member of a motorcycle gang of a kind originating in the U|S| in the 1950s," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hell's Angel",1,1,1 ], "initiation rites, lawless behaviour, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hell's Angel",1,1,1 ], "who typically dress in denim and Nazi-style paraphernalia and are noted for their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helladic",1,1,1 ], "flourished about 2900 to 1100 b|c| on the Greek mainland and islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helladic",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or related to the Bronze Age civilization that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellas",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Ancient Greek name for Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helle",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of King Athamas, who was borne away with her brother Phrixus on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helle",1,1,1 ], "golden winged ram| She fell from its back and was drowned in the Hellespont" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hellen",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek legend) a Thessalian king and eponymous ancestor of the Hellenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellene",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the ancient or modern Greeks or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenic",1,1,2 ], "(776-323 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ancient Greece or the Greeks of the classical period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenic",1,1,3 ], "another, word, for,Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenic",1,2,1 ], "a, branch, of, the, Indo-European family of languages consisting of Greek in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenic",1,2,1 ], "its various ancient and modern dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenism",1,1,1 ], "civilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenism",1,1,1 ], "the principles, ideals, and pursuits associated with classical Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenism",1,1,2 ], "the spirit or national character of the Greeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenism",1,1,3 ], "conformity to, imitation of, or devotion to the culture of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenism",1,1,4 ], "the cosmopolitan civilization of the Hellenistic world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenist",1,1,1 ], "a non-Greek, esp| a Jew, who adopted Greek culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenist",1,1,2 ], "a student of the Greek civilization or language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenistic",1,1,1 ], "and Cleopatra (30 b|c|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenistic",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or relating to Greek civilization in the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenistic",1,1,1 ], "world, esp| from the death of Alexander the Great (323 b|c|) to the defeat of Antony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenistic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Greeks or to Hellenism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellenize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become like the ancient Greeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helles",1,1,1 ], "a cape in NW Turkey, at the S end of the Gallipoli Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hellespont",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for the Dardanelles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helmand",1,1,1 ], "a marshy lake, Hamun Helmand, on the border with Iran| Length: 1400 km (870" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helmand",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Asia, rising in E Afghanistan and flowing generally southwest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helmand",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Helmholtz function",1,1,1 ], "a thermodynamic property of a system equal to the difference between its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helmholtz function",1,1,1 ], "internal energy and the product of its temperature and its entropy| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helmholtz",1,1,1 ], "Baron Hermann Ludwig Ferdinand von | 1821-94, German physiologist, physicist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helmholtz",1,1,1 ], "and mathematician: helped to found the theory of the conservation of energy;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helmholtz",1,1,1 ], "invented the ophthalmoscope (1850); and investigated the mechanics of sight and sound" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Helmont",1,1,1 ], "1577-1644, Flemish chemist and physician|He was the first to distinguish gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helmont",1,1,1 ], "and claimed to have coined the word gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helot",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece, esp| Sparta) a member of the class of unfree men above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helot",1,1,1 ], "slaves owned by the state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helot",1,1,2 ], "a serf or slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helpmann",1,1,1 ], "Sir Robert| born 1909, Australian ballet dancer and choreographer: his ballets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helpmann",1,1,1 ], "include Miracle in the Gorbals (1944), Display (1965), and Yugen (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helsingborg",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Halsingborg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helsingo",1,1,1 ], "Elsinore" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Helsingo",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Denmark, in NE Zealand: site of Kronborg Castle (16th century)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helsingo",1,1,1 ], "famous as the scene of Shakespeare's Hamlet|Pop|: 37,560 (1970)|English name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helsinki",1,1,1 ], "Gustavus I of Sweden in 1550; replaced Turku as capital in 1812, while under Russian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helsinki",1,1,1 ], "rule; university| Pop|: 510,614 (1973 est|)| Swedish name: Helsingfors " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Helsinki",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Finland, a port in the south on the Gulf of Finland: founded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvellyn",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NW England, in the Lake District| Height: 950 m (3118 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetia",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetia",1,1,2 ], "a Roman province in central Europe (1st century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetia",1,1,3 ], "and N Switzerland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetia",1,1,3 ], "to the 5th century a|d|), corresponding to part of S Germany and parts of W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Helvetii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetian",1,1,2 ], "another word for Swiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetian",1,2,1 ], "a native or citizen of Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetian",1,2,2 ], "a member of the Helvetii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetic",1,1,1 ], "Helvetian or Swiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Helvetic Confessions or to Swiss Protestantism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetic",1,2,1 ], "Helvetic Confessions (of faith) formulated in 1536 and 1566" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetic",1,2,1 ], "a Swiss Protestant or reformed Calvinist who subscribes to one of the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvetii",1,1,1 ], "a Celtic tribe from SW Germany who settled in Helvetia from about 200 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Helvtius" ,1, 1, 1],"1715-71, French philosopher|In his chief work",1). c_DEF([ "Helvtius" ,1, 1, 2],"differences in human intellects are due only to differences in education|",2). c_DEF([ "Helvtius" ,1, 1, 2],"he asserted that the mainspring of human action is self-interest and that",1). c_DEF([ "Hemel Hempstead",1,1,1 ], "69,371 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hemel Hempstead",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in W Hertfordshire: designated a new town in 1947| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hemingway",1,1,1 ], "1899-1961, U|S| novelist and short-story writer| His novels include The Sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hemingway",1,1,1 ], "Also Rises (1926), A Farewell to Arms (1929), For Whom the Bell Tolls (1940), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hemingway",1,1,1 ], "The Old Man and the Sea (1952): Nobel prize for literature 1954" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hendrix",1,1,1 ], "original name James Marshall Hendrix| 1942-70, U|S| rock guitarist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hendrix",1,1,1 ], "style" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hendrix",1,1,1 ], "vocalist, noted for his outrageous stage performances and his heavy, loud, acid-rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heng-yang",1,1,1 ], "235,000 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heng-yang",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE central China, in Hunan province on the Siang River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hengelo",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Netherlands, in Overijssel province on the Twente Canal:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hengelo",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre, esp| for textiles| Pop|: 72,062 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hengist",1,1,1 ], "died 488 a|d|, a leader, with his brother Horsa, of the first Jutish settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hengist",1,1,1 ], "in Britain; he is thought to have conquered Kent (??455)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henie",1,1,1 ], "1912-69, Norwegian figure-skater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henley-on-Thames",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in SE Oxfordshire on the River Thames: a riverside resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henley-on-Thames",1,1,1 ], "with an annual regatta| Pop|: 11,402 (1971)| Often shortened to Henley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henrietta Maria",1,1,1 ], "1609-69, queen of England (1625-49), the wife of Charles I; daughter of Henry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henrietta Maria",1,1,1 ], "IV of France| Her Roman Catholicism contributed to the unpopularity of the crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henrietta Maria",1,1,1 ], "in the period leading to the Civil War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry I",1,1,1 ], "1068-1135, king of England (1100-35) and duke of Normandy (1106-35); son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry I",1,1,1 ], "Normandy; conquered Normandy (1106)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry I",1,1,1 ], "William the Conqueror: crowned in the absence of his elder brother, Robert II, duke of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry II",1,1,1 ], "1133-89, first Plantagenet king of England (1154-89): extended his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry II",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-French domains and instituted judicial and financial reforms| His attempts to control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry II",1,1,1 ], "the church were opposed by Becket" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry II",1,1,2 ], "1519-59, king of France (1547-59); husband of Catherine de' Medici| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry II",1,1,2 ], "recovered Calais from the English (1558) and suppressed the Huguenots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry III",1,1,1 ], "1207-72, king of England (1216-72); son of John| His incompetent rule provoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry III",1,1,1 ], "the Baron's War (1264-65), during which he was captured by Simon de Montfort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry III",1,1,2 ], "1551-89, king of France (1574-89)| He plotted the massacre of Huguenots on St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry III",1,1,2 ], "Bartholomew's Day (1572) with his mother Catherine de' Medici, thus exacerbating the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry III",1,1,2 ], "religious wars in France" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,1 ], "1050-1106, Holy Roman Emperor (1084-1105) and king of Germany (1056-1105)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,1 ], "was excommunicated by Pope Gregory VII, whom he deposed (1084)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,2 ], "(1399-1413); son of John of Gaunt: deposed Richard II (1399) and suppressed rebellions led" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,2 ], "by Owen Glendower and Sir Henry Percy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,2 ], "surnamed Bolingbroke| 1367-1413, first Lancastrian king of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,3 ], "(1589-1610)| He obtained toleration for the Huguenots with the Edict of Nantes (1598) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,3 ], "known as Henry of Navarre| 1553-1610, first Bourbon king of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry IV",1,1,3 ], "restored prosperity to France following the religious wars (1562-98)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry V",1,1,1 ], "1387-1422, king of England (1413-22); son of Henry IV| He defeated the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry V",1,1,1 ], "as heir to the French throne (1420)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry V",1,1,1 ], "at the Battle of Agincourt (1415), conquered Normandy (1419), and was recognized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VI",1,1,1 ], "1421-71, last Lancastrian king of England (1422-61; 1470-71); son of Henry V|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VI",1,1,1 ], "He suffered periods of insanity, which led to the loss by 1453 of all his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VI",1,1,1 ], "by Edward IV (1461) but was briefly restored to the throne (1470)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VI",1,1,1 ], "possessions in France except Calais and to the Wars of the Roses (1455-85)| He was deposed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VII",1,1,1 ], "(1485) after defeating Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field, ending the Wars of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VII",1,1,1 ], "1457-1509, first Tudor king of England (1485-1509)| He came to the throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VII",1,1,1 ], "his reign" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VII",1,1,1 ], "the Roses| Royal power and the prosperity of the country greatly increased during" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VIII",1,1,1 ], "(1536) and Henry subsequently married Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VIII",1,1,1 ], "1491-1547, king of England (1509-47); second son of Henry VII| His divorce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VIII",1,1,1 ], "Supremacy, making Henry supreme head of the Church in England| Anne Boleyn was executed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VIII",1,1,1 ], "advisers, Wolsey, Thomas More, and Thomas Cromwell" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VIII",1,1,1 ], "and Catherine Parr| His reign is also noted for the fame of his succession of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Henry VIII",1,1,1 ], "from Catherine of Aragon and marriage to Anne Boleyn (1533) precipitated the Act of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry the Navigator",1,1,1 ], "1394-1460, prince of Portugal, noted for his patronage of Portuguese voyages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry the Navigator",1,1,1 ], "of exploration of the W coast of Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry",1,1,1 ], "Joseph| 1797-1878, U|S| physicist| He discovered the principle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry",1,1,1 ], "electric discharges (1842)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Henry",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic induction independently of Faraday and constructed the first electromagnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry",1,1,1 ], "motor (1829)| He also discovered self-induction and the oscillatory nature of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry",1,1,2 ], "O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry",1,1,3 ], "Patrick| 1736-99, American statesman and orator, a leading opponent of British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henry",1,1,3 ], "rule during the War of American Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry's law",1,1,1 ], "liquid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henry's law",1,1,1 ], "quantity of a liquid is proportional to the pressure of the gas in contact with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henry's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the amount of a gas dissolved at equilibrium in a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henryson",1,1,1 ], "1430-1506, Scottish poet| His works include Testament of Cresseid (1593), a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henryson",1,1,1 ], "Makyne" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Henryson",1,1,1 ], "sequel to Chaucer's Troilus and Cressida, and the pastoral dialogue Robene and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Henslowe",1,1,1 ], "died 1616, English theatre manager, noted also for his diary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Henze" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1926, West German composer, whose works, in many styles, include the",1). c_DEF([ "Henze" ,1, 1, 1],"operas",2). c_DEF([ "Henze" ,1, 1, 2],"(1970) and the oratorio The Raft of the Medusa (1968)",2). c_DEF([ "Henze" ,1, 1, 2],"The Bassarids (1974), and The Tedious Way to the Place of Natasha Ungeheuer",1). c_DEF([ "Hepburn",1,1,1 ], "(1940), Adam's Rib (1949), The African Queen (1951), and The Lion in Winter (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hepburn",1,1,1 ], "born 1909, U|S| film actress, whose films include The Philadelphia Story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hephaestus",1,1,1 ], "the lame god of fire and metal-working| Roman counterpart: Vulcan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hepplewhite",1,1,1 ], "a style of ornamental and carved 18th-century English furniture, of which oval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hepplewhite",1,1,1 ], "or shield-shaped open chairbacks are characteristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heptateuch",1,1,1 ], "the first seven books of the Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hepworth",1,1,1 ], "Dame Barbara| 1903-75, English sculptress of abstract works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hera",1,1,1 ], "Juno" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hera",1,1,1 ], "the queen of the Olympian gods and sister and wife of Zeus| Roman counterpart:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heraclea",1,1,1 ], "any of several ancient Greek colonies| The most famous is the S Italian site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heraclea",1,1,1 ], "where Pyrrhus of Epirus defeated the Romans (280 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heracles",1,1,1 ], "the usual name (in Greek) for Hercules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heraclid",1,1,1 ], "any person claiming descent from Hercules, esp| one of the Dorian aristocrats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heraclid",1,1,1 ], "of Sparta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heraclitus",1,1,1 ], "535-475 b|c|, Greek philosopher, who held that fire is the primordial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heraclitus",1,1,1 ], "substance of the universe and that all things are in perpetual flux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herakleion",1,1,1 ], "variants of Iraklion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herat",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Herat",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Afghanistan, on the Hari Rud River: on the site of several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herat",1,1,1 ], "ancient cities; at its height as a cultural centre in the 15th century| Pop|: 108,750" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herbert",1,1,1 ], "1593-1633, English Metaphysical poet| His chief work is The Temple: Sacred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herbert",1,1,1 ], "Poems and Private Ejaculations (1633)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hercegovina",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Herzegovina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herculaneum",1,1,1 ], "Vesuvius: buried along with Pompeii by an eruption of the volcano (79 b|c|)|Excavation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herculaneum",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in SW Italy, of marked Greek character, on the S slope of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herculaneum",1,1,1 ], "has uncovered well preserved streets, houses, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hercules" ,1, 1, 1],"Heracles, or Heraklesn",1). c_DEF([ "Hercules" ,1, 1, 3],"a hero noted for his great strength, courage, and for the performance of",1). c_DEF([ "Hercules" ,1, 1, 3],"twelve immense labours",2). c_DEF([ "Hercules" ,1, 1, 4],"a man of outstanding strength or size",1). c_DEF([ "Hercules'-club",1,1,1 ], "a prickly North American araliaceous shrub, Aralia spinosa, with medicinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hercules'-club",1,1,1 ], "bark and leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hercules'-club",1,1,2 ], "a prickly North American rutaceous tree, Zanthoxylum clava-herculis, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hercules'-club",1,1,2 ], "medicinal bark and berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hercynian",1,1,1 ], "denoting a period of mountain building in Europe in the late Palaeozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herder",1,1,1 ], "1744-1803, German philosopher, critic, and poet, the leading figure in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herder",1,1,2 ], "Sturm und Drang movement in German literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herder",1,1,3 ], "His chief work is Outlines of a Philosophy of the History of Man (1784-91)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herdwick",1,1,1 ], "a hardy breed of coarse-woolled sheep from NW England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hereford and Worcester",1,1,1 ], "Worcester| Pop|: 594,200 (1976 est|)| Area: 3965 sq| km (1531 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hereford and Worcester",1,1,1 ], "a county of the W Midlands of England, formed in 1974 from the two former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hereford and Worcester",1,1,1 ], "separate counties minus a small area of NW Worcestershire| Administrative centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hereford",1,1,1 ], "a city in W England, in Hereford and Worcester county on the River Wye:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hereford",1,1,1 ], "trading centre for agricultural produce| Pop|: 46,503 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hereford",1,1,2 ], "a hardy breed of beef cattle characterized by a red body, red and white head," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hereford",1,1,2 ], "and white markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herefordshire",1,1,1 ], "a former county of W England, since 1974 part of Hereford and Worcester:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herefordshire",1,1,1 ], "drained chiefly by the River Wye: important agriculturally (esp| for fruit and cattle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herero",1,1,1 ], "a member of a formerly rich cattle-keeping Negroid people of southern Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herero",1,1,1 ], "living chiefly in central Namibia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herero",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herero",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hereward",1,1,1 ], "Isle of Ely against William the Conqueror (1070-71): a subject of many legends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hereward",1,1,1 ], "called Hereward the Wake| 11th-century Anglo-Saxon rebel, who defended the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herisau",1,1,1 ], "14,597 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herisau",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Switzerland, capital of Appenzell Outer Rhodes demicanton| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermannstadt",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Sibiu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermaphroditus",1,1,1 ], "a son of Hermes and Aphrodite who merged with the nymph Salmacis to form one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermaphroditus",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermes Trismegistus",1,1,1 ], "a Greek name for the Egyptian god Thoth, credited with various works on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermes Trismegistus",1,1,1 ], "mysticism and magic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermes",1,1,1 ], "counterpart: Mercury" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hermes",1,1,1 ], "the messenger and herald of the gods; the divinity of commerce, cunning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermes",1,1,1 ], "theft, travellers, and rascals| He was represented as wearing winged sandals| Roman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermes",2,1,1 ], "a small asteroid that passes within 353,000 kilometres of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Hermes Trismegistus or the writings and teachings ascribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermetic",1,1,1 ], "to him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermetic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ancient science, esp| alchemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermitage",1,1,1 ], "an art museum in Leningrad, originally a palace built by Catherine the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermitage",2,1,1 ], "SE France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermitage",2,1,1 ], "a full-bodied red or white wine from the Rhone valley at Tain-l'Ermitage, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermitian conjugate",1,1,1 ], "a matrix that is the transpose of the matrix of the complex conjugates of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermitian conjugate",1,1,1 ], "entries of a given matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermitian matrix",1,1,1 ], "a matrix whose transpose is equal to the matrix of the complex conjugates of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermitian matrix",1,1,1 ], "its entries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermon",1,1,1 ], "2830 m (9286 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hermon",1,1,1 ], "Range: represented the NE limits of Israeli conquests under Moses and Joshua| Height:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermon",1,1,1 ], "a mountain on the border between Lebanon and SW Syria, in the Anti-Lebanon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermosillo",1,1,1 ], "(1938); winter resort and commercial centre for an agricultural and mining region|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermosillo",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 247,887 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hermosillo",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Mexico, capital of Sonora state, on the Sonora River: university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hermoupolis",1,1,1 ], "Island| Pop|: 13,502 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hermoupolis",1,1,1 ], "a port in Greece, capital of Cyclades department, on the E coast of Syros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herne",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia, in the Ruhr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herne",1,1,1 ], "on the Rhine-Herne Canal| Pop|: 102,229 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hero",1,1,1 ], "a priestess of Aphrodite, who killed herself when her lover Leander drowned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hero",1,1,1 ], "while swimming the Hellespont to visit her" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hero",2,1,1 ], "1st century a|d| Greek mathematician and inventor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herod Agrippa I",1,1,1 ], "10 b|c|-44 a|d|, king of Judaea (41-44), grandson of Herod (the Great)| A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herod Agrippa I",1,1,1 ], "friend of Caligula and Claudius, he imprisoned Saint Peter and executed Saint James" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herod Antipas",1,1,1 ], "died 40 a|d|, tetrarch of Galilee and Peraea (4 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herod",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 73-4 b|c|, king of Judaea (37-4)| The latter part of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herod",1,1,1 ], "reign was notable for his cruelty and he ordered the Massacre of the Innocents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herodias",1,1,1 ], "14 b|c| -40 a|d|, niece and wife of Herod Antipas and mother of Salome, whom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herodias",1,1,1 ], "banishment of her husband" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Herodias",1,1,1 ], "she persuaded to ask for the head of John the Baptist| Her ambition led to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herodotus",1,1,1 ], "History dealing with the causes and events of the wars between the Greeks and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herodotus",1,1,1 ], "Persians (490-479)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Herodotus",1,1,1 ], "called the Father of History| 485-425 b|c|, Greek historian, famous for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heron",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Hero'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herophilus",1,1,1 ], "died 280 b|c|, Greek anatomist in Alexandria| He was the first to distinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herophilus",1,1,1 ], "sensory from motor nerves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herr",1,1,1 ], "a German man: used before a name as a title equivalent to Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herrick",1,1,1 ], "1591-1674, English poet| His chief work is the Hesperides (1648), a collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herrick",1,1,1 ], "of short, delicate, sacred, and pastoral lyrics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herriot",1,1,1 ], "1872-1957, French Radical statesman and writer premier (1924-25; 1932)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herschel",1,1,1 ], "Sir John Frederick William| 1792-1871, English astronomer| He discovered and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herschel",1,1,1 ], "catalogued over 525 nebulae and star clusters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herschel",1,1,2 ], "English astronomer, born in Germany| He constructed a reflecting telescope, which led" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herschel",1,1,2 ], "his father, Sir William| original name Friedrich Wilhelm Herschel| 1738-1822," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herschel",1,1,2 ], "the satellites of Saturn| He also discovered the motions of binary stars" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Herschel",1,1,2 ], "to his discovery of the planet Uranus (1781), two of its satellites, and two of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Herstmonceux",1,1,1 ], "1958" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Herstmonceux",1,1,1 ], "a village in S England, in E Sussex north of Eastbourne: 15th-century castle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herstmonceux",1,1,1 ], "site of the Royal Observatory, which was transferred from Greenwich between 1948 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertford",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertford",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, administrative centre of Hertfordshire| Pop|: 20,379" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hertfordshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of S England, bordering on Greater London in the south: mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hertfordshire",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 1634 sq| km (631 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hertfordshire",1,1,1 ], "industries, esp| in the new towns| Administrative centre: Hertford| Pop|: 937,300 (1976" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hertfordshire",1,1,1 ], "low-lying, with the Chiltern Hills in the northwest; largely agricultural; expanding light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertz",1,1,1 ], "Gustav | born 1887, German atomic physicist| He provided evidence for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hertz",1,1,1 ], "quantum theory by his research with Franck on the effects produced by bombarding atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertz",1,1,1 ], "with electrons: they shared the Nobel prize for physics (1925)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hertz",1,1,2 ], "Heinrich Rudolph | 1857-94, German physicist| He was the first to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hertz",1,1,2 ], "electromagnetic waves artificially" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzian wave",1,1,1 ], "an electromagnetic wave with a frequency in the range from about 3 X 10'1'0" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzian wave",1,1,1 ], "hertz to about 1|5 X 10'5 hertz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzog",1,1,1 ], "1866-1942, South African statesman; prime minister (1924-39): founded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzog",1,1,1 ], "Nationalist Party (1913), advocating complete South African independence from Britain;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzog",1,1,1 ], "opposed South African participation in World Wars I and II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzsprung-Russell diagram",1,1,1 ], "a graph in which the spectral types of stars are plotted against their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzsprung-Russell diagram",1,1,1 ], "absolute magnitudes| Stars fall into different groupings in different parts of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hertzsprung-Russell diagram",1,1,1 ], "graph" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Herzegovina",1,1,1 ], "a region of W central Yugoslavia: originally under Austro-Hungarian rule;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Herzegovina",1,1,1 ], "became part of the province of Bosnia and Herzegovina (1878), which became a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Herzegovina",1,1,1 ], "constituent republic of Yugoslavia in 1946| s" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Herzl" ,1, 1, 1],"1860-1904, Austrian writer, born in Hungary founder of the Zionist",1). c_DEF([ "Herzl" ,1, 1, 1],"movement",2). c_DEF([ "Herzl" ,1, 1, 2],"he advocated resettlement of the Jews in a state of their own",1). c_DEF([ "Herzog" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1942, West German film director|His films include",1). c_DEF([ "Herzog" ,1, 1, 2],"Fata Morgana (1970), Aguirre, Wrath of God (1973), and The Enigma of Kaspar",1). c_DEF([ "Herzog" ,1, 1, 2],"Hauser (1974)",2). c_DEF([ "Heshvan" ,1, 1, 2],"in the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in October and November",2). c_DEF([ "Heshvan" ,1, 1, 2],"the second month of the civil year and the eighth of the ecclesiastical year",1). c_DEF([ "Hesiod",1,1,1 ], "8th-century b|c| Greek poet and the earliest author of didactic verse| His two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesiod",1,1,1 ], "complete extant works are the Works and Days, dealing with the agricultural seasons, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hesiod",1,1,1 ], "the Theogony, concerning the origin of the world and the genealogies of the gods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hesione",1,1,1 ], "daughter of King Laomedon, rescued by Hercules from a sea monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperia",1,1,1 ], "a poetic name used by the ancient Greeks for Italy and by the Romans for Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperia",1,1,1 ], "or beyond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperian",1,1,1 ], "western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Hesperides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of a western land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperides",1,1,1 ], "of the golden apples in the Islands of the Blessed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperides",1,1,1 ], "the daughters of Hesperus, nymphs who kept watch with a dragon over the garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperides",1,1,2 ], "the gardens themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperides",1,1,3 ], "another name for the Islands of the Blessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesperus",1,1,1 ], "an evening star, esp| Venus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hess",1,1,1 ], "Dame Myra| 1890-1965, English pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hess",1,1,2 ], "Victor Francis| 1883-1964, U|S| physicist, born in Austria: pioneered the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hess",1,1,2 ], "investigation of cosmic rays: shared the Nobel prize for physics (1936)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hess",1,1,3 ], "(Walther Richard) Rudolf | born 1894, German Nazi leader| He made a secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hess",1,1,3 ], "flight to Scotland (1941) to negotiate peace with Britain but was held as a prisoner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hess",1,1,3 ], "of war; later sentenced to life imprisonment at the Nuremberg trials (1946)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hesse" ,2, 1, 1],"1877-1962, German novelist, short-story writer, and poet|His novels include",1). c_DEF([ "Hesse" ,2, 1, 2],"and",1). c_DEF([ "Hesse",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 5,381,705 (1970)| Area: 21,111 sq| km (8151 sq| miles)| German name: Hessen " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hesse",1,1,1 ], "a state of E central West Germany, formed in 1945 from the former Prussian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesse",1,1,1 ], "province of Hesse-Nassau and part of the former state of Hesse| Capital: Wiesbaden|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hesse-Nassau",1,1,1 ], "a former province of Prussia, now part of the state of Hesse, West Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian boots",1,1,1 ], "early 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian boots",1,1,1 ], "men's high boots with tassels around the top, fashionable in England in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian fly",1,1,1 ], "a small dipterous fly, Mayetiola destructor, whose larvae damage wheat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian fly",1,1,1 ], "barley, and rye: family Cecidomyidae (gall midges)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Hesse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian",1,1,1,1 ], "a Hessian soldier in any of the mercenary units of the British Army in the War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian",1,1,1,1 ], "of American Independence or the Napoleonic Wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian",1,1,1,2 ], "Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian",1,1,1,2 ], "U|S| any German mercenary in the British Army during the War of American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian",1,1,2 ], "a mercenary or ruffian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hessian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Hesse or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hestia",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of the hearth| Roman counterpart: Vesta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hesychast",1,1,1 ], "14th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hesychast",1,1,1 ], "a member of a school of mysticism developed by the monks of Mount Athos in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heteroousian",1,1,1 ], "a Christian who maintains that God the Father and God the Son are different in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heteroousian",1,1,1 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heteroousian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hevelius",1,1,1 ], "1611-87, German astronomer, who published one of the first detailed maps of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hevelius",1,1,1 ], "the lunar surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hevesy",1,1,1 ], "1885-1966, Hungarian chemist|He worked on radioactive tracing and, with D|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hevesy",1,1,1 ], "Coster, discovered the element hafnium (1923): Nobel prize for chemistry 1943" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hexateuch",1,1,1 ], "the first six books of the Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heyduck",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Haiduk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heyerdahl",1,1,1 ], "Polynesians could originally have been migrants from South America, by sailing from Peru to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Heyerdahl",1,1,1 ], "born 1914, Norwegian anthropologist|In 1947 he demonstrated that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heyerdahl",1,1,1 ], "the Pacific Islands of Tuamotu in the Kon-Tiki, a raft made of balsa wood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Heysham",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW England, in NW Lancashire| Pop| (with Morecambe): 41,863 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heywood",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester near Bury| Pop|: 30,418 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heywood",2,1,1 ], "John| 1497-1580, English dramatist, noted for his comic interludes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heywood",2,1,2 ], "Thomas| 1574-1641, English dramatist, noted esp| for his domestic drama A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Heywood",2,1,2 ], "Woman Killed with Kindness (1607)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hezekiah",1,1,1 ], "18-19)| Douay spelling: Ezechias" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hezekiah",1,1,1 ], "715-687 b|c| a king of Judah, noted for his religious reforms (II Kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hf",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for hafnium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hg",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for mercury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hialeah",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Florida, near Miami: racetrack| Pop|: 120,809 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hiawatha",1,1,1 ], "Five Nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hiawatha",1,1,1 ], "a 16th-century Onondaga Indian chief: credited with the organization of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hibernia",1,1,1 ], "the Roman name for Ireland: used poetically in later times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hibernicism",1,1,1 ], "an Irish expression, idiom, trait, custom, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hickok",1,1,1 ], "known as Wild Bill Hickok| 1837-76, U|S| frontiersman and marshal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "Oriental in the north and east; ancient remains of Teltec culture (at Tula); rich" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "a state of central Mexico: consists of a high plateau, with the Sierra Madre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "mineral resources| Capital: Pachuca| Pop|: 1,193,845 (1970)| Area: 20,987 sq| km (8103" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hideyoshi Toyotomi",1,1,1 ], "1536-98, Japanese military dictator (1582-98)| He unified all Japan under one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hideyoshi Toyotomi",1,1,1 ], "rule (1590)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hieronymus",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name of (Saint)Jerome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Church",1,1,1 ], "Catholic Christendom, the authority of bishops, and the importance of sacraments," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "High Church",1,1,1 ], "rituals, and ceremonies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "High Church",1,1,1 ], "the party or movement within the Church of England stressing continuity with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Church",1,2,1 ], "High-Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Church",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to this party or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Court of Justice",1,1,1 ], "(in England) one of the two divisions of the Supreme Court of Judicature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Court of Justiciary",1,1,1 ], "and all cases involving heavy penalties are referred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "High Court of Justiciary",1,1,1 ], "the senior criminal court in Scotland, to which all cases of murder and rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High German",1,1,1 ], "Germanic spoken in S Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "High German",1,1,1 ], "the standard German language, historically developed from the form of West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High German",1,1,2 ], "any of the German dialects of S Germany, Austria, or Switzerland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Mass",1,1,1 ], "a solemn and elaborate sung Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "architecture in Europe, esp| in Italy, when the Renaissance ideals were considered to have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "High Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "been attained through the mastery of Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "High Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "the| the period from about the 1490s to the 1520s in painting, sculpture, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Renaissance",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Street",1,1,1 ], "the main street of a town, usually where the principal shops are situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "High Wycombe",1,1,1 ], "59,298 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "High Wycombe",1,1,1 ], "a town in S central England, in S Buckinghamshire: furniture industry| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highland Region",1,1,1 ], "Outer Hebrides| Administrative centre: Banff| Pop|: 186,460 (1976 est|)| Area: 25,149" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Highland Region",1,1,1 ], "Sutherland, Nairnshire, and most of Inverness-shire and Ross and Cromarty except for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Highland Region",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in N Scotland, formed in 1975 from Caithness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highland Region",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (9710 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Highland cattle",1,1,1 ], "a breed of cattle with shaggy hair, usually reddish-brown in colour, and long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highland cattle",1,1,1 ], "horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Highland fling",1,1,1 ], "a vigorous Scottish reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highland",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, relating to, or denoting the Highlands of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highlander",1,1,1 ], "a native of the Highlands of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highlander",1,1,2 ], "a member of a Scottish Highland regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highlands",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of N Scotland, north of the Grampians: sometimes includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highlands",1,1,1 ], "the Inner Hebrides and Bute; distinguished by Gaelic culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Highlands",1,1,2 ], "the highland region of any country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highness",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by Your, His, or Her) a title used to address or refer to a royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highness",1,1,1 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Highveld",1,1,1 ], "the high-altitude grassland region of the Transvaal, South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highway Code",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a booklet compiled by the Department of Transport for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Highway Code",1,1,1 ], "guidance of users of public roads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hijaz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Hejaz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilary of Poitiers",1,1,1 ], "315-367 a|d|, French bishop, an opponent of Arianism| Feast day: Jan| 13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilary term",1,1,1 ], "establishments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hilary term",1,1,1 ], "the spring term at Oxford University and some other educational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilbert",1,1,1 ], "1862-1943, German mathematician, who made outstanding contributions to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilbert",1,1,1 ], "theories of number fields and invariants and to geometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hildebrand",1,1,1 ], "the monastic name of Gregory VII" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hildesheim",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 93,400 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hildesheim",1,1,1 ], "a city in N West Germany, in Lower Saxony: a member of the Hanseatic League|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hill",1,1,1 ], "Archibald Vivian| 1886-1977, English biochemist, noted for his research into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hill",1,1,1 ], "heat loss in muscle contraction: shared the Nobel prize for physiology (1922)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hill",1,1,2 ], "Octavia| 1838-1912, English housing reformer; a founder of the National Trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hill",1,1,3 ], "Sir Rowland| 1795-1879, English originator of the penny postage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilla",1,1,1 ], "a market town in central Iraq, on a branch of the Euphrates: built partly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilla",1,1,1 ], "bricks from the nearby site of Babylon| Pop|: 84,704 (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hillary",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edmund| born 1919, New Zealand explorer and mountaineer| He and his Sherpa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hillary",1,1,1 ], "guide, Tenzing Norgay, were the first to reach the summit of Mount Everest (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hillel",1,1,1 ], "60 b|c|-9 a|d|, rabbi, born in Babylonia; president of the Sanhedrin| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hillel",1,1,1 ], "the first to formulate principles of biblical interpretation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hillery",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, Irish statesman; president of the Republic of Ireland since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilliard",1,1,1 ], "1537-1619, English miniaturist, esp| of portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hillingdon",1,1,1 ], "a residential borough of W Greater London| Pop|: 230,800 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilversum",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Netherlands, in North Holland province: Dutch radio and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hilversum",1,1,1 ], "television centre| Pop|: 96,841 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Himachal Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "(21,707 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Himachal Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "a state of N India, in the W Himalayas: rises to about 6700 m (22,000 ft|) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himachal Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "is densely forested| Capital: Simla| Pop|: 3,460,434 (1971)| Area: 55,658 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Himalayas",1,1,1 ], "(west) to Assam (east), between the valleys of the Rivers Indus and Brahmaputra:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Himalayas",1,1,1 ], "Everest, 8848 m (29,028 ft|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Himalayas",1,1,1 ], "a vast mountain system in S Asia, extending 2400 km (1500 miles) from Kashmir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himalayas",1,1,1 ], "covers most of Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, and the S edge of Tibet; the highest range in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Himalayas",1,1,1 ], "the world, with several peaks over 7500 m (25,000 ft|)| Highest peak: Mount" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Himeji",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Himeji",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on W Honshu: cotton textile centre| Pop|: 431,691" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himmler",1,1,1 ], "1900-45, German Nazi leader, head of the SS and the Gestapo (1936-45)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himmler",1,1,1 ], "committed suicide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hims",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Homs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himyarite",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient people of SW Arabia, sometimes regarded as including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himyarite",1,1,1 ], "the Sabeans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Himyarite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himyaritic",1,1,1 ], "of the Afro-Asiatic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Himyaritic",1,1,1 ], "the extinct language of the Himyarites, belonging to the SE Semitic subfamily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Himyaritic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or using this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hinayana",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various early forms of Buddhism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hinayana",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hinckley",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in Leicestershire| Pop|: 47,982 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindemith" ,1, 1, 1],"1895-1963, German composer and musical theorist, who opposed the twelve-tone",1). c_DEF([ "Hindemith" ,1, 1, 1],"technique|His works include the song cycle",2). c_DEF([ "Hindemith" ,1, 1, 2],"and the opera Mathis der Maler (1938)",1). c_DEF([ "Hindenburg line",1,1,1 ], "Franco-Belgian border in 1916-17" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hindenburg line",1,1,1 ], "a line of strong fortifications built by the German army near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindenburg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Zabrze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindenburg",2,1,1 ], "1847-1934, German field marshal and statesman president (1925-34)|During World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindenburg",2,1,1 ], "War I he directed German strategy together with Ludendorff (1916-18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hindoo",1,2,1 ], "an older spelling of Hindu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindu Kush",1,1,1 ], "Mir, 7590 m (25,230 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hindu Kush",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in central Asia, extending about 800 km (500 miles) east from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindu Kush",1,1,1 ], "the Koh-i-Baba Mountains of central Afghanistan to the Pamirs| Highest peak: Tirich" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hindu",1,1,1 ], "a person who adheres to Hinduism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindu",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant or native of Hindustan or India, esp| one adhering to Hinduism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindu",1,2,1 ], "relating to Hinduism, Hindus, or India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hinduism",1,1,1 ], "being, a caste system, belief in reincarnation, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hinduism",1,1,1 ], "of India, characterized by the worship of many gods, including Brahma as supreme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hinduism",1,1,1 ], "the complex of beliefs, values, and customs comprising the dominant religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustan",1,1,1 ], "the land of the Hindus, esp| India north of the Deccan and excluding Bengal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustan",1,1,2 ], "the general area around the Ganges where Hindi is the predominant language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustan",1,1,3 ], "the areas of India where Hinduism predominates, as contrasted with those areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustan",1,1,3 ], "where Islam predominates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustani",1,1,1 ], "India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustani",1,1,1 ], "the dialect of Hindi spoken in Delhi: used as a lingua franca throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustani",1,1,2 ], "Urdu considered together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustani",1,1,2 ], "a group of languages or dialects consisting of all spoken forms of Hindi and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hindustani",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to these languages or Hindustan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hind|",1,1,1 ], "Hindi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hind|",1,1,2 ], "Hindu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hind|",1,1,3 ], "Hindustan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hind|",1,1,4 ], "Hindustani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hines",1,1,1 ], "known as Earl Fatha Hines| born 1905, U|S| jazz pianist and conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hinshelwood",1,1,1 ], "Sir Cyril Norman| 1897-1967, English chemist, who shared the Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hinshelwood",1,1,1 ], "chemistry (1956) for the study of reaction kinetics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hipparchus",1,1,1 ], "2nd-century b|c| Greek astronomer| He discovered the precession of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hipparchus",1,1,1 ], "equinoxes, calculated the length of the solar year, and developed trigonometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hipparchus",1,1,2 ], "died 514 b|c|, tyrant of Athens (527-514)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hipparchus",2,1,1 ], "a large crater in the SW quadrant of the moon, about 130 kilometres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hipparchus",2,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hippo Regius",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Numidian city, adjoining present-day Annaba, Algeria| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hippo Regius",1,1,1 ], "shortened to Hippo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hippocrates",1,1,1 ], "460-377 b|c|, Greek physician, commonly regarded as the father of medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hippocratic oath",1,1,1 ], "an oath taken by a doctor to observe a code of medical ethics derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hippocratic oath",1,1,1 ], "that of Hippocrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hippocrene",1,1,1 ], "a spring on Mount Helicon in Greece, said to engender poetic inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hippolyta",1,1,1 ], "a queen of the Amazons, slain by Hercules in battle for her belt, which he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hippolyta",1,1,1 ], "obtained as his ninth labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hippolytus",1,1,1 ], "a son of Theseus, killed after his stepmother Phaedra falsely accused him of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hippolytus",1,1,1 ], "raping her" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hippomenes",1,1,1 ], "the husband, in some traditions, of Atalanta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hiram",1,1,1 ], "10th-century b|c| king of Tyre, who supplied Solomon with materials and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hiram",1,1,1 ], "craftsmen for the building of the Temple (II Samuel 5:11; I Kings 5:1-18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hirohito",1,1,1 ], "born 1901, emperor of Japan since 1926| In 1946 he became a constitutional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hirohito",1,1,1 ], "monarch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hiroshige",1,1,1 ], "1797-1858, Japanese artist, esp| of colour wood-block prints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hiroshima",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on SW Honshu on the delta of the Ota River: largely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hiroshima",1,1,1 ], "destroyed on August 6, 1945, by the first atomic bomb to be used in warfare, dropped by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hiroshima",1,1,1 ], "the U|S|, which killed over 75,000 of its inhabitants| Pop|: 761,240 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hispania",1,1,1 ], "the Iberian peninsula in the Roman world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hispanic",1,1,1 ], "relating to, characteristic of, or derived from Spain or the Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hispanicism",1,1,1 ], "Spanish word or expression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hispanicism",1,1,1 ], "a word or expression borrowed from Spanish or modelled on the form of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hispanicize",1,1,1 ], "influence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hispanicize",1,1,1 ], "to make Spanish, as in custom or culture bring under Spanish control or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hispaniola",1,1,1 ], "Columbus, who named it La Isla Espanola| Area: 18,703 sq| km (29,418 sq| miles)| Former" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hispaniola",1,1,1 ], "name: Santo Domingo" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hispaniola",1,1,1 ], "politically into Haiti and the Dominican Republic; discovered in 1492 by Christopher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hispaniola",1,1,1 ], "the second largest island in the West Indies, in the Greater Antilles: divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hitchcock",1,1,1 ], "His films include The Thirty-Nine Steps (1935), Rebecca (1940), Psycho (1960), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hitchcock",1,1,1 ], "The Birds (1963)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hitchcock",1,1,1 ], "born 1899, English film director, noted for his mastery in creating suspense|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hitlerism",1,1,1 ], "Hitler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hitlerism",1,1,1 ], "the policies, principles, and methods of the Nazi party as developed by Adolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hittite",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient people of Anatolia, who built a great empire in N Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hittite",1,1,1 ], "and Asia Minor in the second millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hittite",1,1,2 ], "found at Bougazkoy and elsewhere| It is clearly related to the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hittite",1,1,2 ], "of languages, although the precise relationship is disputed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hittite",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, deciphered from cuneiform inscriptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hittite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people, their civilization, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hloise",1,1,1 ], "1101-64, pupil, mistress, and wife of Abelard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh City",1,1,1 ], "(1917); U|S| headquarters during the Vietnam War| Pop|: 3,460,500 (1976 est|)| Former" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh City",1,1,1 ], "River: captured by the French in 1859; merged with adjoining Cholon in 1932; capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh City",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Vietnam, 97 km (60 miles) from the South China Sea, on the Saigon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh City",1,1,1 ], "name (until 1976): Saigon" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh City",1,1,1 ], "of the former Republic of Vietnam (South Vietnam) from 1954 to 1976; university" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh",1,1,1 ], "North Vietnam (1954-69)| He headed the Vietminh (1941), which won independence for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh",1,1,1 ], "Vietnam from the French (1954)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ho Chi Minh",1,1,1 ], "original name Nguyen That Tan| 1890-1969, Vietnamese statesman; president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ho",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for holmium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hobart",1,1,1 ], "164,010 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hobart",1,1,1 ], "a port in Australia, capital of the island state of Tasmania on the estuary of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hobart",1,1,1 ], "the Derwent: excellent natural harbour; University of Tasmania (1890)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbema",1,1,1 ], "1638-1709, Dutch painter of peaceful landscapes, usually including a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbema",1,1,1 ], "watermill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbes",1,1,1 ], "(1651), which contains his exposition of absolute sovereignty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbes",1,1,1 ], "1588-1679, English political philosopher| His greatest work is the Leviathan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbism",1,1,1 ], "for a powerful sovereign to control human beings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbism",1,1,1 ], "the mechanistic political philosophy of Hobbes, which stresses the necessity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbs",1,1,1 ], "Sir John Berry, known as Jack Hobbs| 1882-1963, English cricketer: scored 197" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hobbs",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoboken",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoboken",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Belgium, in Antwerp province, on the River Scheldt| Pop|: 33,693" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hobson's choice",1,1,1 ], "the choice of taking what is offered or nothing at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hochheimer",1,1,1 ], "a German white wine from the area around Hochheim near Mainz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hockney",1,1,1 ], "(1971), and for paintings of water, swimmers, and swimming pools" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hockney",1,1,1 ], "Cavafy's poems (1966), naturalistic portraits such as Mr| and Mrs| Clark and Percy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hockney",1,1,1 ], "born 1937, English painter, best known for his etchings, such as those to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hocktide",1,1,1 ], "a former festival celebrated on the second Monday and Tuesday after Easter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hodeida",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Yemen, on the Red Sea| Pop|: 90,000 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hodgkin",1,1,1 ], "Alan Lloyd| born 1914, English physiologist| With A| F| Huxley, he explained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hodgkin",1,1,1 ], "involved: shared the Nobel prize for medicine and physiology (1963)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hodgkin",1,1,1 ], "the conduction of nervous impulses in terms of the physical and chemical changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hodgkin",1,1,2 ], "Dorothy Crowfoot| born 1910, English chemist and crystallographer, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hodgkin",1,1,2 ], "determined the three-dimensional structure of insulin: Nobel prize for chemistry 1964" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hodgkin's disease",1,1,1 ], "a malignant disease characterized by enlargement of the lymph nodes, spleen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hodgkin's disease",1,1,1 ], "and liver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoek van Holland",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for the Hook of Holland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hofei",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE China, capital of Anhwei province: administrative and commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hofei",1,1,1 ], "centre in a rice and cotton growing region| Pop|: 630,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hofmannsthal" ,1, 1, 1],"1874-1929, Austrian lyric poet and dramatist, noted as the librettist for",1). c_DEF([ "Hofmannsthal" ,1, 1, 1],"Richard Strauss' operas, esp",2). c_DEF([ "Hofmannsthal" ,1, 1, 2],"Elektra (1909), and Ariadne auf Naxos (1912)",1). c_DEF([ "Hofuf",1,1,1 ], "another name for Al Hufuf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hogarth",1,1,1 ], "1697-1764, English engraver and painter| He is noted particularly for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hogarth",1,1,1 ], "Rake's Progress (1735) and Marriage a la Mode (1745)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hogarth",1,1,1 ], "series of engravings satirizing the vices and affectations of his age, such as A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hogg",1,1,1 ], "called the Ettrick Shepherd| 1770-1835, Scottish poet| His works include the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hogg",1,1,1 ], "volume of poems The Queen's Wake (1813)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hogmanay",1,1,1,1 ], "New Year's Eve in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hogmanay",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenlinden",1,1,1 ], "a village in S West Germany, in Bavaria east of Munich: scene of the defeat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenlinden",1,1,1 ], "the Austrians by the French during the Napoleonic Wars (1800)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenlohe",1,1,1 ], "Prince of Hohenlohe-Schillingsfurst| 1819-1901, Prussian statesman chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenlohe",1,1,1 ], "of the German empire (1894-1900)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenstaufen",1,1,1 ], "Sicily (1194-1268), and the Holy Roman Empire (1138-1254)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenstaufen",1,1,1 ], "a German princely family that provided rulers of Germany (1138-1208, 1215-54)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenzollern",1,1,1 ], "(1871-1918) were also emperors of Germany" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenzollern",1,1,1 ], "a German noble family the younger (Franconian) branch of which provided rulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hohenzollern",1,1,1 ], "of Brandenburg (1417-1701) and Prussia (1701-1918)| The last kings of Prussia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hokkaido",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Sapporo| Pop|: 5,184,287 (1970)| Area: 78,508 sq| km (30,312 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hokkaido",1,1,1 ], "Union, by La Perouse Strait: constitutes an autonomous administrative division|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hokkaido",1,1,1 ], "separated from Honshu by the Tsugaru Strait and from the island of Sakhalin, Soviet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hokkaido",1,1,1 ], "the second largest and northernmost of the four main islands of Japan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hokusai",1,1,1 ], "1760-1849, Japanese artist, noted for the draughtsmanship of his colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hokusai",1,1,1 ], "wood-block prints, which influenced the impressionists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holarctic",1,1,1 ], "Nearctic regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holarctic",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting a zoogeographical region consisting of the Palaearctic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holbein",1,1,1 ], "Hans (hans), called the Elder| 1465-1524, German painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holbein",1,1,2 ], "court painter to Henry VIII of England (1536-43)| He is noted particularly for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holbein",1,1,2 ], "his son, Hans, called the Younger| 1497-1543, German painter and engraver;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holbein",1,1,2 ], "portraits, such as those of Erasmus (1524; 1532) and Sir Thomas More (1526)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Holgu",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Cuba, in Oriente province: trading centre| Pop|: 131,656 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holiness",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by his or your) a title once given to all bishops, but now reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holiness",1,1,1 ], "for the pope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holinshed",1,1,1 ], "Ireland (1577) provided material for Shakespeare's historical and legendary plays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holinshed",1,1,1 ], "died 1580, English chronicler| His Chronicles of England, Scotland, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holkar State",1,1,1 ], "a former state of central India, ruled by the Holkar dynasty of Maratha rulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holkar State",1,1,1 ], "of Indore (18th century until 1947)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holland",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holland",1,1,2 ], "South Holland provinces of the Netherlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holland",1,1,2 ], "a county of the Holy Roman Empire, corresponding to the present-day North and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holland",1,1,3 ], "Parts of| an area in E England constituting a former administrative division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holland",1,1,3 ], "of Lincolnshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holland",2,1,1 ], "Sir Sidney George| 1893-1961, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holland",2,1,1 ], "Zealand (1949-57)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hollander",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Dutchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hollandia",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Djajapura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hollands",1,1,1 ], "Dutch gin, often sold in stone bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holliday",1,1,1 ], "original name Eleanor Holliday; known as Lady Day| 1915-59, U|S| jazz singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holliger",1,1,1 ], "Heinz (!ha$Ints)| born 1939, West German oboist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holly",1,1,1 ], "Peggy Sue, Oh Boy, Think it over, and It doesn't matter any more" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Holly",1,1,1 ], "guitarist, and songwriter| His hits (all 1956-59) include That'll be the Day, Maybe Baby," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holly",1,1,1 ], "original name Charles Harden Holley| 1936-59, U|S| rock-and-roll singer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hollywood",1,1,1 ], "a NW suburb of Los Angeles, California: centre of the American film industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hollywood",1,1,1,1 ], "the American film industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hollywood",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holmes",1,1,1 ], "Autocrat of the Breakfast Table (1858) and its sequels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holmes",1,1,1 ], "Oliver Wendell| 1809-94, U|S| author, esp| of humorous essays, such as The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holmes",1,1,2 ], "his son, Oliver Wendell| 1841-1935, U|S| jurist, noted for his liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holmes",1,1,2 ], "judgments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holocaine",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for phenacaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holocene",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the second and most recent epoch of the Quaternary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holocene",1,1,1 ], "period, which began 10,000 years ago at the end of the Pleistocene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holocene",1,2,1 ], "the| the Holocene epoch or rock series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holofernes",1,1,1 ], "the Assyrian general, who was killed by the biblical heroine Judith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holst",1,1,1 ], "1874-1934, English composer| His works include operas, choral music, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holst",1,1,1 ], "orchestral music such as the suite The Planets (1917)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holstein",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for Friesian (the cattle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holstein",2,1,1 ], "a region of N West Germany, in S Schleswig-Holstein: in early times a German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holstein",2,1,1 ], "duchy of Saxony; became a duchy of Denmark in 1474; finally incorporated into Prussia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holstein",2,1,1 ], "in 1866" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Holt",1,1,1 ], "1908-67, Australian statesman; prime minister (1966-67); believed drowned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Alliance",1,1,1 ], "a document advocating government according to Christian principles that was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Alliance",1,1,1 ], "signed in 1815 by the rulers of Russia, Prussia, and Austria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Alliance",1,1,2 ], "the informal alliance that resulted from this agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Bible",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy City",1,1,1 ], "Christianity, or Islam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy City",1,1,1 ], "Jerusalem, esp| when regarded as the focal point of the religions of Judaism," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy City",1,1,2 ], "heaven regarded as the perfect counterpart of Jerusalem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy City",1,1,3 ], "any city regarded as especially sacred by a particular religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Communion",1,1,1 ], "the celebration of the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Communion",1,1,2 ], "the consecrated elements of the Eucharist|Often shortened to Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Family",1,1,1 ], "Christianity| the infant Jesus, Mary, and St| Joseph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Father",1,1,1 ], "a title of the pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Ghost",1,1,1 ], "the third person of the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Grail",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval legend) the bowl used by Jesus at the Last Supper| It was brought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Grail",1,1,1 ], "to Britain by Joseph of Arimathea, where it became the quest of many knights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Innocents' Day",1,1,1 ], "Dec| 28, a day commemorating the massacre of male children at Bethlehem by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Innocents' Day",1,1,1 ], "Herod's order (Matthew 2:16); Childermas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Island",1,1,1 ], "an island off the NE coast of Northumberland, linked to the mainland by road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Island",1,1,1 ], "but accessible only at low water: site of a monastery founded by St| Aidan in 635" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Joe",1,1,1 ], "a minister or chaplain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Joe",1,1,2 ], "any sanctimonious or self-righteous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Land",1,1,1 ], "another name for Palestine ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Office",1,1,1 ], "a congregation established in 1542 as the final court of appeal in heresy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Office",1,1,1 ], "trials; it now deals with matters of doctrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Roller",1,1,1 ], "a member of a sect that expresses religious fervour in an ecstatic or frenzied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Roller",1,1,1 ], "way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "Charlemagne in 800 a|d| The last emperor, Francis II, relinquished his crown in 1806" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "king who bore the title of Roman emperor, beginning with the coronation of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "the complex of European territories under the rule of the Frankish or German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Saturday",1,1,1 ], "the Saturday before Easter Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Scripture",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Scriptures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy See",1,1,1 ], "the see of the pope as bishop of Rome and head of the Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy See",1,1,2 ], "the Roman curia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Sepulchre",1,1,1 ], "the tomb in which the body of Christ was laid after the Crucifixion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Spirit",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Holy Ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Thursday",1,1,1 ], "another name for Maundy Thursday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Thursday",1,1,2 ], "a rare name for Ascension Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Week",1,1,1 ], "the week preceding Easter Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Writ",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Scriptures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holy Year",1,1,1 ], "a period of remission from sin, esp| one granted every 25 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holyhead",1,1,1 ], "about 62 sq| km (24 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holyhead",1,1,1 ], "an island off the NW coast of Anglesey: part of the county of Gwynedd| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holyhead",1,1,2 ], "the chief town of this island, a port on the N coast| Pop|: 10,608 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Holyoake",1,1,1 ], "1960-72); governor general since 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Holyoake",1,1,1 ], "Sir Keith Jacka | born 1904, New Zealand politician; prime minister (1957;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Home Counties",1,1,1 ], "the counties surrounding London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Home Guard",1,1,1 ], "Kingdom in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Home Guard",1,1,1 ], "a volunteer part-time military force recruited for the defence of the United" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Home Office",1,1,1 ], "department" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Home Office",1,1,1 ], "immigration control, and all other domestic affairs not specifically assigned to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Home Office",1,1,1 ], "the national department responsible for the maintenance of law and order," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Home Rule",1,1,1 ], "1870 to 1920" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Home Rule",1,1,1 ], "self-government for Ireland: the goal of the Irish Nationalists from about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Home Secretary",1,1,1 ], "Office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Home Secretary",1,1,1 ], "short for Secretary of State for the Home Department;the head of the Home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Home",1,1,1 ], "Baron Home of the Hirsel; title of Sir Alec Douglas-Home, formerly 14th Earl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Home",1,1,1 ], "become prime minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1963-64); foreign" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Home",1,1,1 ], "of Home| born 1903, British Conservative statesman: he renounced his earldom to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Home",1,1,1 ], "secretary (1970-74)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Homer",1,1,1 ], "Chios and was blind" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Homer",1,1,1 ], "Odyssey|Almost nothing is known of him, but it is thought that he was born on the island of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Homer",1,1,1 ], "circa 800 b|c|, Greek poet to whom are attributed the Iliad and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homeric laughter",1,1,1 ], "loud unrestrained laughter, as that of the gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homeric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling Homer or his poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homeric",1,1,2 ], "imposing or heroic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homeric",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the archaic form of Greek used by Homer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homestead Act",1,1,1 ], "160-acre tracts of public land for cultivation and improvement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Homestead Act",1,1,1 ], "an act passed by the U|S| Congress in 1862 making available to settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homo sapiens",1,1,1 ], "This species also includes extinct types of primitive man such as Cro-Magnon man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Homo sapiens",1,1,1 ], "the specific name of modern man; the only extant species of the genus Homo|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homo",1,1,1 ], "and several extinct species of primitive man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Homo",1,1,1 ], "any primate of the hominid genus Homo, including modern man (see Homo sapiens)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homoiousian",1,1,1 ], "a Christian who believes that the Son is of like (and not identical) substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homoiousian",1,1,1 ], "with the Father" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Homoiousian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Homoiousians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homoousian",1,1,1 ], "a Christian who believes that the Son is of the same substance as the Father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homoousian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Homoousians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homs",1,1,1 ], "Hims" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Homs",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Syria, near the Orontes River: important in Roman times as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Homs",1,1,1 ], "capital of Phoenicia-Lebanesia| Pop|: 215,423 (1970)| Ancient name: Emesa|Former name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hon",1,1,1 ], "Honourable (title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honan",1,1,1 ], "Chengchow| Pop|: 50,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 167,000 sq| km (65,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Honan",1,1,1 ], "a province of N central China: the chief centre of early Chinese culture;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honan",1,1,1 ], "mainly agricultural (the largest wheat-producing province in China)| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hondo",1,1,1 ], "another name for Honshu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honduras",1,1,1 ], "a republic in Central America: an early centre of Mayan civilization;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honduras",1,1,1 ], "colonized by the Spanish from 1524 onwards; gained independence in 1821| Official" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Honduras",1,1,1 ], "language: Spanish; English is also widely spoken| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Honduras",1,1,1 ], "lempira| Capital: Tegucigalpa| Pop|: 2,653,857 (1974)| Area: 112,088 sq| km (43,277 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Honduras",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Honduras",1,1,2 ], "Belize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Honduras",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an inlet of the Caribbean, on the coasts of Honduras, Guatemala, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hond|",1,1,1 ], "Honduras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honecker",1,1,1 ], "born 1912, East German statesman head of state of East Germany since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honegger" ,1, 1, 1],"1892-1955, French composer, one of Les Six| His works include the oratorios",1). c_DEF([ "Honegger" ,1, 1, 2],"and Joan of Arc at the Stake (1935), and Pacific 231 (1924) for orchestra",1). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,1 ], "Territories (mainland), and over 230 small islands; important entrepot trade and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,1 ], "Victoria| Pop|: 4,077,400 (1972 est|)| Area: 1046 sq| km (404 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,1 ], "a British Crown Colony on the coast of S China: consists of Hong Kong Island," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,1 ], "leased by China to Britain in 1842, Kowloon Peninsula, Stonecutters Island, the New" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing centre, esp| for textiles and other consumer goods; university (1912)| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,2 ], "an island in the British Colony of Hong Kong, south of Kowloon Peninsula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,2 ], "contains the colonial capital, Victoria| Pop|: 996,183 (1971)| Area: 75 sq| km (29 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hong Kong",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Honiara",1,1,1 ], "(1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Honiara",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Solomon Islands, on NW Guadalcanal Island| Pop|: 15,300" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honiton",1,1,1 ], "a type of lace with a floral sprig pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honolulu",1,1,1 ], "a port in Hawaii, on S Oahu Island: the state capital| Pop|: 324,871 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honour Moderations",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford University) the first public examination, in which candidates are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honour Moderations",1,1,1 ], "Mods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Honour Moderations",1,1,1 ], "placed into one of three classes of honours|Sometimes shortened to Moderations or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Honour",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by Your, His, or Her)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honour",1,1,1,1 ], "a title used to or of certain judges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honour",1,1,1,2 ], "(in Ireland) a form of address in general use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honourable",1,1,1 ], "children of viscounts and barons and the younger sons of earls, and in Parliament by one" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Honourable",1,1,1 ], "member speaking of another" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Honourable",1,1,1 ], "the| a title of respect placed before a name: employed before the names of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Honourable",1,1,1 ], "various officials in the English-speaking world, as a courtesy title in Britain for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Honshu",1,1,1 ], "(88,976 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Honshu",1,1,1 ], "and contains most of the main cities| Pop|: 82,559,580 (1970)| Area: 230,448 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Honshu",1,1,1 ], "of Japan; regarded as the Japanese mainland; includes a number of offshore islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Honshu",1,1,1 ], "the largest of the four main islands of Japan, between the Pacific and the Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hon| Sec|",1,1,1 ], "Honorary Secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hooch",1,1,1 ], "1629-1684, Dutch genre painter, noted esp| for his light effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hood",1,1,1 ], "Robin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hood",1,1,2 ], "Thomas| 1799-1845, English poet and humorist: his work includes protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hood",1,1,2 ], "poetry, such as The Song of the Shirt (1843) and The Bridge of Sighs (1844)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hooghly",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE India, in West Bengal: the westernmost and commercially most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hooghly",1,1,1 ], "important channel by which the River Ganges enters the Bay of Bengal| Length: 232 km (144" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hooghly",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hook of Holland",1,1,1 ], "a cape on the SW coast of the Netherlands, in south Holland province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hook of Holland",1,1,2 ], "a port on this cape|Dutch name: Hoek van Holland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hooke",1,1,1 ], "1635-1703, English physicist, chemist, and inventor| He formulated Hooke's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hooke",1,1,1 ], "law (1678), built the first Gregorian telescope and invented a balance spring for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hooke",1,1,1 ], "watches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hooke's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the stress imposed on a solid is directly proportional to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hooke's law",1,1,1 ], "the strain produced, within the elastic limit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hooker",1,1,1 ], "1554-1600, English theologian, who influenced Anglican theology with The Laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hooker",1,1,1 ], "of Ecclesiastical Polity (1593-97)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover Dam",1,1,1 ], "Former name (1933-47): Boulder Dam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover Dam",1,1,1 ], "a dam in the western U|S|, on the Colorado River on the border between Nevada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover Dam",1,1,1 ], "and Arizona; forms Lake Mead| Height: 222 m (727 ft|)| Length: 354 m (1180 ft|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover",1,1,1 ], "a type of vacuum cleaner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover",1,2,1 ], "to vacuum-clean (a carpet, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover",2,1,1 ], "1874-1964, U|S| statesman; 31st president of the U|S| (1929-33)| He organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover",2,1,1 ], "his failure to alleviate the effects of the Depression" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hoover",2,1,1 ], "relief for Europe during and after World War I, but as president he lost favour after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hope",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hope",1,1,2 ], "1863-1933, English novelist; author of The Prisoner of Zenda (1894)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hope",1,1,3 ], "Bob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hope",1,1,4 ], "Road to Morocco (1942), The Paleface (1947), and How to Commit Marriage (1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hope",1,1,4 ], "born 1904, U|S| comedian and comic actor, born in England|His films include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hopeh",1,1,1 ], "a province of NE China, on the Gulf of Chihli: important for the production of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hopeh",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 202,700 sq| km (79,053 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hopeh",1,1,1 ], "winter wheat, cotton, and coal| Capital: Shihchiachuang| Pop|: 43,000,000 (1967-71" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hopi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of NE Arizona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hopi",1,1,2 ], "Uto-Aztecan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hopi",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Shoshonean subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hopkins",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frederick Gowland | 1861-1947, English biochemist, who pioneered research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hopkins",1,1,1 ], "into what came to be called vitamins: shared the Nobel prize for medicine 1929" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hopkins",1,1,2 ], "Gerard Manley| 1844-89, English poet and Jesuit priest, who experimented with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hopkins",1,1,2 ], "sprung rhythm in his highly original poetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoppus foot",1,1,1 ], "a unit of volume equal to 1|27 cubic feet, applied to timber in the round, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoppus foot",1,1,1 ], "cross-sectional area being taken as the square of one quarter of the circumference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Horace",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Quintus Horatius Flaccus| 65-8 b|c|, Roman poet and satirist: his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horace",1,1,1 ], "the Ars Poetica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Horace",1,1,1 ], "verse includes the lyrics in the Epodes and the Odes, the Epistles and Satires, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Horae",1,1,1 ], "the goddesses of the seasons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horatian ode",1,1,1 ], "an ode of several stanzas, each of the same metrical pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horatian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Horace or his poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horatius Cocles",1,1,1 ], "Tiber against Lars Porsena" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Horatius Cocles",1,1,1 ], "a legendary Roman hero of the 6th century b|c|, who defended a bridge over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horeb",1,1,1 ], "a mountain, probably Mount Sinai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hormuz",1,1,1 ], "an island off the SE coast of Iran, in the Strait of Hormuz: ruins of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hormuz",1,1,1 ], "ancient city of Hormuz, a major trading centre in the Middle Ages| Area: about 41 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hormuz",1,1,1 ], "km (16 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Horn of Africa",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE Africa, comprising Somalia and adjacent territories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horologium" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying near Eridanus and Hydrus",1). c_DEF([ "Horowitz",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, Russian virtuoso pianist, in the U|S| since 1928" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horsa",1,1,1 ], "died 455 a|d|, leader, with his brother Hengist, of the first Jutish settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horsa",1,1,1 ], "in Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Horse Guards",1,1,1 ], "Whitehall, London" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Horse Guards",1,1,1 ], "cavalry part of the British sovereign's Household Brigade, with headquarters in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Horse Guards",1,1,1 ], "the cavalry regiment that, together with the Life Guards, comprises the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horsens",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Horsens",1,1,1 ], "a port in Denmark, in E Jutland at the head of Horsens Fjord| Pop|: 41,895" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horta",1,1,1 ], "a port in the Azores, on the SE coast of Fayal Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horthy",1,1,1 ], "Communist republic (1919); regent of Hungary (1920-44)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Horthy",1,1,1 ], "full name Horthy de Nagybanya| 1868-1957, Hungarian admiral: suppressed Kun's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Horus",1,1,1 ], "a solar god of Egyptian mythology, usually depicted with a falcon's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hosea",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the 8th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hosea",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hospitalet",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain, a SW suburb of Barcelona| Pop|: 241,978 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hospitaller",1,1,1 ], "a member of the order of the Knights Hospitallers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Host",1,1,1 ], "the bread consecrated in the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hos|",1,1,1 ], "Hosea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hotien",1,1,1 ], "an oasis in W China, in the Takla Makan desert of central Sinkiang province," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hotien",1,1,1 ], "around the seasonal Hotien (Khotan) River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hotien",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: about 50,000 (1950 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hotien",1,1,2 ], "the chief town of this oasis, situated at the foot of the Kunlun Mountains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hotspur",1,1,1 ], "nickname of (Sir Henry)Percy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hottentot",1,1,1 ], "a member of a race of people of southern Africa, of low stature and a dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hottentot",1,1,1 ], "now almost extinct" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hottentot",1,1,1 ], "yellowish-brown complexion, who formerly occupied the region near the Cape of Good Hope and are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hottentot",1,1,2 ], "any of the languages of this people, belonging to the Khoisan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Houdan",1,1,1 ], "a breed of light domestic fowl originally from France, with a distinctive full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Houdan",1,1,1 ], "crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Houdini",1,1,1 ], "original name Ehrich Weiss| 1874-1926, U|S| magician and escapologist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Houdon",1,1,1 ], "1741-1828, French neoclassical portrait sculptor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Houghton-le-Spring",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in S Tyneside: coal-mining| Pop|: 32,666 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hounslow",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London, on the River Thames: site of London's first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hounslow",1,1,1 ], "civil airport (1919)| Pop|: 199,100 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Houphouet-Boigny",1,1,1 ], "born 1905, Ivory Coast statesman president of the Republic of the Ivory Coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Houphouet-Boigny",1,1,1 ], "since 1960" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hours",1,1,1 ], "another word for the Horae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House Un-American Activities Committee",1,1,1 ], "Acronym: HUAC" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "House Un-American Activities Committee",1,1,1 ], "Representatives: notorious for its anti-Communist investigations in the late 1940s and 1950s|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "House Un-American Activities Committee",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Internal Security Committee of the U|S| House of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Assembly",1,1,1 ], "a legislative assembly or the lower chamber of such an assembly, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Assembly",1,1,1 ], "various British colonies and countries of the Commonwealth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "House of Commons",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain, Canada, etc|) the lower chamber of Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Keys",1,1,1 ], "the lower chamber of the legislature of the Isle of Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Lords",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the upper chamber of Parliament, composed of the peers of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Lords",1,1,1 ], "realm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "House of Representatives",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the lower chamber of Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Representatives",1,1,2 ], "(in Australia) the lower chamber of Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Representatives",1,1,3 ], "the sole chamber of New Zealand's Parliament: formerly the lower chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of Representatives",1,1,4 ], "(in the U|S|) the lower chamber in many state legislatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House of the People",1,1,1 ], "another name for Lok Sabha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House",1,1,1 ], "the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "House",1,2,1 ], "the Stock Exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Houses of Parliament",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the building in which the House of Commons and the House of Lords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Houses of Parliament",1,1,1 ], "assemble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Houses of Parliament",1,1,2 ], "these two chambers considered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Housman" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Housman" ,1, 1, 2],"(1896) and Last Poems (1922)",2). c_DEF([ "Housman" ,1, 1, 2],"1859-1936, English poet and classical scholar, author of A Shropshire Lad",1). c_DEF([ "Houston",1,1,1 ], "1842-45); site of the Manned Spacecraft Center (1964)| Pop|: 1,320,018 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Houston",1,1,1 ], "Mexico and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway: capital of the Republic of Texas (1837-39;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Houston",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in SE Texas, linked by the Houston Ship Canal to the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hove",1,1,1 ], "72,659 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hove",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in S England, in East Sussex adjoining Brighton| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howard",1,1,1 ], "Catherine| 1521-42, fifth wife of Henry VIII of England; beheaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howard",1,1,2 ], "Charles, Lord Howard of Effingham and 1st Earl of Nottingham| 1536-1624, Lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howard",1,1,2 ], "High Admiral of England (1585-1618)| He commanded the fleet that defeated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Howard",1,1,2 ], "Spanish Armada (1588)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Howard",1,1,3 ], "Sir Ebenezer| 1850-1928, English town planner, who introduced garden cities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howard",1,1,4 ], "Henry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howard",1,1,5 ], "John| 1726-90, English prison reformer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howe",1,1,1 ], "Elias| 1819-67, U|S| inventor of the sewing machine (1846)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howe",1,1,2 ], "Richard, 4th Viscount Howe| 1726-99, British admiral: served (1776-78) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howe",1,1,2 ], "War of American Independence and commanded the Channel fleet against France," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Howe",1,1,2 ], "winning the Battle of the Glorious First of June (1794)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Howe",1,1,3 ], "his brother, William, 5th Viscount Howe| 1729-1814, British general; commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howe",1,1,3 ], "in chief (1776-78) of British forces in the War of American Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Howland Island",1,1,1 ], "Island: U|S| airfield| Area: 2|6 sq| km (1 sq| mile)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Howland Island",1,1,1 ], "a small island in the central Pacific, near the equator northwest of Phoenix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Howrah",1,1,1 ], "Calcutta| Pop|: 737,877 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Howrah",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in E India, in West Bengal on the Hooghly River opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoxha",1,1,1 ], "and has been its first secretary since 1954" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoxha",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, Albanian statesman: founded the Albanian Communist Party in 1941" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoylake",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoylake",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in NW England, in Merseyside on the Irish Sea| Pop|: 32,196" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoyle",1,1,1 ], "an authoritative book of rules for card games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoyle",2,1,1 ], "Nature of the Universe (1950) and Frontiers of Astronomy (1955), and science-fiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hoyle",2,1,1 ], "Sir Fred| born 1915, English astronomer and writer: his books include The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hoyle",2,1,1 ], "writings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hradec Krlov",1,1,1 ], "German name: Koniggratz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hradec Krlov",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Czechoslovakia, on the Elbe River| Pop|: 68,160 (1968 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hrault",1,1,1 ], "658,858 (1975)| Area: 6224 sq| km (2427 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hrault",1,1,1 ], "a department of S France, in Languedoc region| Capital: Montpellier| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hrvatska",1,1,1 ], "the Serbo-Croatian name for Croatia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hs",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Suchou" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hs",1,1,1 ], "the title as emperor of China of (Henry)Pu-yi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Si" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsia-men",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the modern Chinese name for Amoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsian",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsiang",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Siang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsin-hai-lien",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sinhailien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsingborg",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Sweden, on the Sound opposite Helsingor, Denmark: changed hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsingborg",1,1,1 ], "several times between Denmark and Sweden, finally becoming Swedish in 1710;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hsingborg",1,1,1 ], "shipbuilding| Pop|: 102,137 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hsining",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hsinking",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1932-45) of Changchun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hts|(in place names)" ,1, 1, 1],"Heights",1). c_DEF([ "Hu",1,1,1 ], "Central Vietnam (1946-54)| Pop|: 199,893 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hu",1,1,1 ], "Sea: former capital of the kingdom of Annam, of French Indochina (1883-1946), and of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hu",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Vietnam, on the delta of the Hue River near the South China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hua Kuo-feng",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, Chinese Communist statesman; prime minister of China since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huai-nan",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in Anhwei province north of Hofei| Pop|: 600,000 (1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huai-nan",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huambo",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Angola: designated by the Portuguese as the future capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huambo",1,1,1 ], "of the country| Pop|: 61,885 (1970)| Former name (1928-73): Nova Lisboa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huang Hua",1,1,1 ], "1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huang Hua",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, Chinese Communist statesman; minister for foreign affairs since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huascar",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcano in W Peru, in the Peruvian Andes: the highest peak in Peru;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huascar",1,1,1 ], "avalanche in 1962 destroyed village and killed over 3000 people| Height: 6768 m (22,205" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huascar",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hubble constant",1,1,1 ], "m s-'1parsec-'1" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hubble constant",1,1,1 ], "recessional velocity being determined from its red shift| It is equal to approximately 0|12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hubble constant",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the recessional velocity of a galaxy to its distance, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hubble",1,1,1 ], "1889-1953, U|S| astronomer, noted for his investigations of nebulae and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hubble",1,1,1 ], "recession of the galaxies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hubli",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, in NW Mysore: incorporated with Dharwar in 1961;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hubli",1,1,1 ], "educational and trading centre| Pop| (with Dharwar): 379,116 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hucar",1,1,1 ], "died 1533, Inca ruler (1525-33): murdered by his half brother Atahualpa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huddersfield",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 130,964 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huddersfield",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire on the River Colne: textile industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huddleston",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, English prelate; suffragan bishop of Stepney (1968-78) and bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huddleston",1,1,1 ], "of Mauritius since 1978" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson Bay",1,1,1 ], "Bay): 647,500 sq| km (250,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inland sea in NE Canada: linked with the Atlantic by Hudson Strait;the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson Bay",1,1,1 ], "extension forms James Bay; discovered in 1610 by Henry Hudson| Area (excluding James" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson River",1,1,1 ], "State Barge Canal and the canalized Mohawk River| Length: 492 km (306 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson River",1,1,1 ], "a river in E New York State, flowing generally south into Upper New York Bay:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson River",1,1,1 ], "linked to the Great Lakes, the St| Lawrence Seaway, and Lake Champlain by the New York" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson seal",1,1,1 ], "muskrat fur that has been dressed and dyed to resemble sealskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson",1,1,1 ], "Henry| died 1611, English navigator: he explored the Hudson River (1609) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson",1,1,1 ], "Hudson Bay (1610), where his crew mutinied and cast him adrift to die" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson",1,1,2 ], "WH 1841-1922, English naturalist and novelist, born in Argentina, noted esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson",1,1,2 ], "for his romance Green Mansions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson",1,1,3 ], "(1904) and the autobiographical Far Away and Long Ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson",1,1,4 ], "(1918)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson's Bay Company",1,1,1 ], "an English company chartered in 1670 to trade in all parts of North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hudson's Bay Company",1,1,1 ], "drained by rivers flowing into Hudson Bay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huelva",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Spain, between the estuaries of the Odiel and Tinto Rivers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huelva",1,1,1 ], "exports copper and other ores| Pop|: 96,689 (1970)| Latin name: Onuba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huesca",1,1,1 ], "15th-century cathedral and ancient palace of Aragonese kings| Pop|: 33,185 (1970)| Latin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huesca",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain: Roman town, site of Quintus Sertorius' school (76 b|c|);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huesca",1,1,1 ], "name: Osca" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,1 ], "Howard| 1905-76, U|S| industrialist, aviator, and film producer| He became a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,1 ], "total recluse during the last years of his life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,2 ], "Richard 1900-76, English novelist| He wrote A High Wind in Jamaica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,3 ], "(1929), In Hazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,4 ], "(1938), and The Fox in the Attic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,5 ], "(1961)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,6 ], "Ted| born 1930, English poet: his works include The Hawk in the Rain (1957)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,6 ], "and Crow (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,7 ], "Thomas| 1822-96, English novelist; author of Tom Brown's Schooldays (1857)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,8 ], "William Morris| 1864-1952, Australian statesman, born in Wales: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hughes",1,1,8 ], "of Australia (1915-23)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hughie",1,1,1 ], "the god of rain (esp| in the phrase send her down, Hughie!)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hugo",1,1,1 ], "1802-85, French poet, novelist, and dramatist leader of the romantic movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hugo",1,1,1 ], "in France| His works include the volumes of verse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hugo",1,1,2 ], "Mis'""erables (1862), and the plays Hernani (1830) and Ruy Blas (1838)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hugo",1,1,2 ], "and Les Contemplations (1856), the novels Notre-Dame de Paris (1831) and Les" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huguenot",1,1,1 ], "a French Calvinist, esp| of the 16th or 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huguenot",1,2,1 ], "designating the French Protestant Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huhehot",1,1,1 ], "320,000 (1958 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Huhehot",1,1,1 ], "a town in N China, capital of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (since 1954)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huhehot",1,1,1 ], "and former capital of Suiyuan province; Inner Mongolia University (1957)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hula-Hoop",1,1,1 ], "a light hoop that is whirled around the body by movements of the waist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hula-Hoop",1,1,1 ], "hips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hull",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, administrative centre of Humberside: the largest fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hull",1,1,1 ], "port in Britain; university (1929)| Pop|: 285,472 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hull",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Canada, in SW Quebec on the River Ottawa: a centre of the timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hull",1,1,2 ], "trade and associated industries| Pop|: 63,580 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hull",2,1,1 ], "1871-1955, U|S| statesman; secretary of state (1933-44)| He helped to found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hull",2,1,1 ], "the U|N|: Nobel peace prize 1945" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hulme" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Hulme" ,1, 1, 2],"1883-1917, English literary critic and poet; a proponent of imagism",1). c_DEF([ "Humber",1,1,1 ], "Length: 64 km (40 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Humber",1,1,1 ], "an estuary in NE England, into which flow the Rivers Ouse and Trent: flows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Humber",1,1,1 ], "east into the North Sea; navigable for large ocean-going ships as far as Hull|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Humberside",1,1,1 ], "848,600 (1976 est|)| Area: 3595 sq| km (1388 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Humberside",1,1,1 ], "a county of N England around the Humber estuary, formed in 1974 from parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Humberside",1,1,1 ], "the East Riding of Yorkshire and N Lincolnshire| Administrative centre: Hull| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Humboldt Current",1,1,1 ], "a cold ocean current of the S Pacific, flowing north along the coasts of Chile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Humboldt Current",1,1,1 ], "and Peru" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Humboldt",1,1,1 ], "Baron (Friedrich Heinrich)Alexander von | 1769-1859, German scientist, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Humboldt",1,1,1 ], "Kosmos (1845-62), he provided a comprehensive description of the physical universe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Humboldt",1,1,1 ], "made important scientific explorations in Central and South America (1799-1804)| In" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Humboldt",1,1,2 ], "educational reformer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Humboldt",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Baron (Karl)Wilhelm von | 1767-1835, German philologist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hume",1,1,1 ], "Basil| born 1923, English Roman Catholic Benedictine monk and cardinal;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hume",1,1,1 ], "archbishop of Westminster since 1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hume",1,1,2 ], "David| 1711-76, Scottish empiricist philosopher, economist, and historian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hume",1,1,2 ], "England (1754-62)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Hume",1,1,2 ], "concerning the Principles of Morals (1751), Political Discourses (1752), and History of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hume",1,1,2 ], "the senses| His works include A Treatise of Human Nature (1740), An Enquiry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hume",1,1,2 ], "whose sceptic philosophy restricted human knowledge to that which can be perceived by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Humperdinck" ,1, 1, 1],"1854-1921, German composer, esp| of operas, including",1). c_DEF([ "Humphrey",1,1,1 ], "Duke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Humphrey",1,1,2 ], "(1965-69)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Humphrey",1,1,2 ], "Hubert Horatio| 1911-78, vice-president of the U|S| under President Johnson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Humphreys Peak",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N central Arizona, in the San Francisco Peaks: the highest peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Humphreys Peak",1,1,1 ], "in the state| Height: 3862 m (12,670 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hums",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Homs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hun",1,1,1 ], "Turkic languages who dominated much of Asia and E Europe from before 300 b|c|," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hun",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of several Asiatic nomadic peoples speaking Mongoloid or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hun",1,1,1 ], "invading the Roman Empire in the 4th and 5th centuries a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hun",1,1,2 ], "a derogatory name for a German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hun",1,1,3 ], "a vandal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hunan",1,1,1 ], "Changsha| Pop|: 38,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 210,500 sq| km (82,095 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hunan",1,1,1 ], "a province of S China, between the Yangtze River and the Nan Ling Mountains:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hunan",1,1,1 ], "drained chiefly by the Hsiang and Yuan Rivers; valuable mineral resources| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hundred Years' War",1,1,1 ], "1337-1453" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hundred Years' War",1,1,1 ], "the series of wars fought intermittently between England and France from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hungarian goulash",1,1,1 ], "the full name of goulash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hungarian",1,1,1 ], "belonging to the Finno-Ugric family and most closely related to the Ostyak and Vogul" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hungarian",1,1,1 ], "languages of NW Siberia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hungarian",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Hungary, also spoken in Rumania and elsewhere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hungarian",1,1,2 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hungarian",1,1,3 ], "a Hungarian-speaking person who is not a citizen of Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hungarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Hungary, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "Austria-Hungary (1867) and became a republic in 1918; passed under Communist control in 1949; a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "Budapest| Pop|: 10,478,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 93,030 sq| km (35,919 sq| miles)| Hungarian" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "Middle Danube basin and plains| Language: Hungarian| Currency: forint| Capital:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "a republic in central Europe: Magyars first unified under Saint Stephen, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "first Hungarian king (1001-38); taken by the Hapsburgs from the Turks at the end of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "name: Magyarorszag" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "popular rising in 1956 was suppressed by Soviet troops| It consists chiefly of the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Hungary",1,1,1 ], "the 17th century; gained autonomy with the establishment of the dual monarchy of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Hungnam",1,1,1 ], "150,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hungnam",1,1,1 ], "a port in E North Korea, on the Sea of Japan southeast of Hamhung| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hung|",1,1,1 ], "Hungarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hung|",1,1,2 ], "Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hunnish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Huns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hunnish",1,1,2 ], "barbarously destructive; vandalistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hunt" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1947, English motor-racing driver: world champion 1976",1). c_DEF([ "Hunt" ,1, 1, 2],"(James Henry) Leigh",1). c_DEF([ "Hunt" ,1, 1, 3],"1784-1859, English poet and essayist: a founder of The Examiner (1808) in",1). c_DEF([ "Hunt" ,1, 1, 3],"which he promoted the work of Keats and Shelley",2). c_DEF([ "Hunt" ,1, 1, 4],"(William) Holman",1). c_DEF([ "Hunt" ,1, 1, 5],"(1848)",2). c_DEF([ "Hunt" ,1, 1, 5],"1827-1910, English painter; a founder of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood",1). c_DEF([ "Huntingdon",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 16,540 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huntingdon",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central England, in Cambridgeshire: birthplace of Oliver Cromwell|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huntingdon",2,1,1 ], "Calvinistic Methodist sect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huntingdon",2,1,1 ], "Countess of Huntingdon| 1707-91, English religious leader, who founded a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huntingdonshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a former county of E England, now part of Cambridgeshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huntsville",1,1,1 ], "137,750 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huntsville",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Alabama: space-flight and guided-missile research centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hunyadi",1,1,1 ], "1387-1456, Hungarian general, who led Hungarian resistance to the Turks," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hunyadi",1,1,1 ], "defeating them notably at Belgrade (1456)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huon pine",1,1,1 ], "a taxaceous tree, Dacrydium franklinii, of Australasia, SE Asia, and Chile," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huon pine",1,1,1 ], "with scalelike leaves and cup-shaped berry-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hupeh",1,1,1 ], "Wuhan| Pop|: 38,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 187,500 sq| km (72,394 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hupeh",1,1,1 ], "a province of central China: largely low-lying, with many lakes| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huron",1,1,1 ], "Lake| a lake in North America, between the U|S| and Canada: the second largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huron",1,1,1 ], "of the Great Lakes| Area: 59,570 sq| km (23,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huron",1,1,2 ], "a member of a North American Indian people or confederacy formerly living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huron",1,1,2 ], "along the St| Lawrence River and in the region east of Lake Huron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huron",1,1,3 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hurstmonceux",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Herstmonceux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hus",1,1,1 ], "1969 president since 1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hus",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, Czechoslovak statesman first secretary of the Communist Party since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hus",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name of (John)Huss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Husain",1,1,1 ], "629-680 a|d|, Islamic caliph, the son of Ali and Fatima and the grandson of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Husain",1,1,1 ], "Mohammed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Husain",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of Hussein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Husein ibn-Ali",1,1,1 ], "1856-1931, first king of Hejaz (1916-24)| Advised by T| E| Lawrence, he took" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Husein ibn-Ali",1,1,1 ], "part in the Arab revolt against the Turks (1916-18); forced to abdicate by ibn-Saud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huss",1,1,1 ], "Church| His death at the stake precipitated the Hussite wars in Bohemia and Moravia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Huss",1,1,1 ], "Czech name Jan Hus| 1372-1415, Bohemian religious reformer| Influenced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huss",1,1,1 ], "Wycliffe, he anticipated the Reformation in denouncing doctrines and abuses of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hussein",1,1,1 ], "born 1935, king of Jordan since 1952" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Husserl",1,1,1 ], "1859-1938, German philosopher founder of phenomenology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hussite",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of the religious ideas of John Huss in the 14th century or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hussite",1,1,1 ], "member of the movement initiated by him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hussite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to John Huss, his teachings, followers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huston",1,1,1 ], "(1956)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huston",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, U|S| film director of The African Queen (1951) and Moby Dick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hutu",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of Rwanda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hutu",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hutu",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,1 ], "Aldous 1894-1963, English novelist and essayist, noted particularly for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,1 ], "novel Brave New World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,2 ], "(1932), depicting a scientifically controlled civilization of human robots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,3 ], "his brother, Sir Julian 1887-1975, English biologist; first director-general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,3 ], "of UNESCO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,4 ], "(1946-48)| His works include Essays of a Biologist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,5 ], "(1923) and Evolution: the Modern Synthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,6 ], "(1942)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,7 ], "British exponent of Darwin's theory of evolution; his works include Man's Place in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,7 ], "Nature (1863) and Evolution and Ethics (1893)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Huxley",1,1,7 ], "their grandfather, Thomas Henry| 1825-95, English biologist, the leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huygens",1,1,1 ], "1629-95, Dutch physicist: first formulated the wave theory of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Huysmans" ,1, 1, 1],"1848-1907, French novelist of the Decadent school, whose works include",1). c_DEF([ "Hwang Hai",1,1,1 ], "the transliteration of Chinese name for the Yellow Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hwang Ho",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Chinese name for the Yellow River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyacinthus",1,1,1 ], "a youth beloved of Apollo and inadvertently killed by him| At the spot where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyacinthus",1,1,1 ], "the youth died, Apollo caused a flower to grow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyades",1,1,1 ], "an open cluster of stars in the constellation Taurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyades",2,1,1 ], "death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyades",2,1,1 ], "seven nymphs, daughters of Atlas, whom Zeus placed among the stars after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyde Park",1,1,1 ], "a park in W central London: popular for open-air meetings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyde",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in E Greater Manchester| Pop|: 37,075 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyde",2,1,1 ], "(1938-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyde",2,1,1 ], "Douglas| 1860-1949, Irish statesman and author; first president of Eire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyde",2,1,2 ], "Edward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyder Ali",1,1,1 ], "1722-82, Indian ruler of Mysore (1766-82), who waged two wars against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyder Ali",1,1,1 ], "British in India (1767-69; 1780-82)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyderabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central India, capital of Andhra Pradesh state and capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyderabad",1,1,1 ], "former Hyderabad state; university (1918)| Pop|: 1,607,396 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyderabad",1,1,2 ], "Pradesh, Mysore, and Maharashtra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyderabad",1,1,2 ], "a former state of S India: divided in 1956 between the states of Andhra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyderabad",1,1,3 ], "(1947)| Pop|: 628,310 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyderabad",1,1,3 ], "a city in SW Pakistan, on the River Indus: seat of the University of Sind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hydra" ,2, 2, 1],"a very long faint constellation lying mainly in the S hemisphere and extending",1). c_DEF([ "Hydra" ,2, 2, 1],"from near Virgo to Cancer",2). c_DEF([ "Hydra",1,1,1 ], "a monster with nine heads, each of which, when struck off, was replaced by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hydra",1,1,1 ], "new ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hydrus" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation near the S celestial pole lying close to Eridanus and Tucana",1). c_DEF([ "Hydrus" ,1, 2, 1],"and containing part of the Small Magellanic cloud",2). c_DEF([ "Hygeia",1,1,1 ], "the Greek goddess of health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyksos",1,1,1 ], "a member of a nomadic Asian people, probably Semites, who controlled Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyksos",1,1,1 ], "from 1720 b|c| until 1560 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hymen",1,1,1 ], "the Greek and Roman god of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hymettus",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SE Greece, in Attica east of Athens: famous for its marble and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hymettus",1,1,1 ], "for honey| Height: 1032 m (3386 ft|)| Modern Greek name: Imittos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyperborean",1,1,1 ], "one of a people believed to have lived beyond the North Wind in a sunny land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyperborean",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of the extreme north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyperborean",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the extreme north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyperborean",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Hyperboreans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyperion",1,1,1 ], "Eos (dawn)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hyperion",1,1,1 ], "a Titan, son of Uranus and Gaea, father of Helios (sun), Selene (moon), and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyperion",2,1,1 ], "one of the smallest of the ten satellites of the planet Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hypnos",1,1,1 ], "the god of sleep| Roman counterpart: Somnus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hypo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a plagal mode in music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hypodorian",1,1,1 ], "A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Hypodorian",1,1,1 ], "denoting a plagal mode represented by the ascending diatonic scale from A to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hypolydian",1,1,1 ], "denoting a plagal mode represented by the diatonic scale from D to D" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hyrcania",1,1,1 ], "an ancient district of Asia, southeast of the Caspian Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Hz",1,1,1 ], "hertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|A|C|",1,1,1 ], "Honourable Artillery Company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|B|M|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"His (or Her) Britannic Majesty",1). c_DEF([ "H|C|",1,1,1 ], "Holy Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|C|",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) House of Commons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|C|F|",1,1,1 ], "highest common factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|E|W|",1,1,1 ], ": Department of Health, Education, and Welfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|H|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Highness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|H|",1,1,2 ], "His Holiness (title of the Pope)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|I|",1,1,1 ], "Hawaiian Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|I|H|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Imperial Highness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|J|(on gravestones, etc|)" ,1, 1, 1],"hic jacet",1). c_DEF([ "H|J|S|(on gravestones, etc|)" ,1, 1, 1],"hic jacet sepultus",1). c_DEF([ "H|L|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"House of Lords",1). c_DEF([ "H|M|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Majesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|M|",1,1,2 ], "headmaster; headmistress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|M|A|S|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Majesty's Australian Ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|M|I|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Her Majesty's Inspector; a government official who examines and supervises",1). c_DEF([ "H|M|I|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"schools",2). c_DEF([ "H|M|S|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Majesty's Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|M|S|",1,1,2 ], "His (or Her) Majesty's Ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|M|S|O|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"His (or Her) Majesty's Stationery Office",1). c_DEF([ "H|N|C|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Higher National Certificate; a qualification recognized by many national",1). c_DEF([ "H|N|C|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"technical and professional institutions, roughly equivalent to GCE A level",2). c_DEF([ "H|N|D|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Higher National Diploma; a qualification in technical subjects equivalent to",1). c_DEF([ "H|N|D|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"an ordinary degree",2). c_DEF([ "H|P|",1,1,1 ], "hire purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|P|",1,1,2 ], "horsepower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|P|",1,1,3 ], "high pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|P|",1,1,4 ], "(in Britain) Houses of Parliament|Also (for senses 1-3): h|p" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|Q|",1,1,1 ], "headquarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|R|",1,1,1 ], "Home Rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|R|",1,1,2 ], "House of Representatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|R|E|" ,1, 1, 1],"Holy Roman Emperor or",1). c_DEF([ "H|R|E|" ,1, 1, 2],"mpir",1). c_DEF([ "H|R|H|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Royal Highness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Home Secretary",1). c_DEF([ "H|S|H|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Serene Highness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|S|M|",1,1,1 ], "His (or Her) Serene Majesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|V|",1,1,1 ], "high voltage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|W|",1,1,1 ], "high water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|W|",1,1,2 ], "hit wicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "H|W|M|",1,1,1 ], "high-water mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I Ching",1,1,1 ], "accompanying one of 64 hexagrams, selected at random" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "I Ching",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Chinese book of divination and a source of Confucian and Taoist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I Ching",1,1,1 ], "philosophy| Answers to questions and advice may be obtained by referring to the text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,1 ], "iodine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,1 ], "refers to the speaker or writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,2 ], "current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,3 ], "isospin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,4 ], "the Roman numeral for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,5 ], "one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,6 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I",1,1,7 ], "Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I'd" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction ofI had or",1). c_DEF([ "I'd" ,1, 1, 2],"would",1). c_DEF([ "I'll" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of I will or",1). c_DEF([ "I'll" ,1, 1, 2],"sha",1). c_DEF([ "I'm",1,1,1 ], "contraction of I am" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I's",1,1,1 ], "Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I's",1,1,2 ], "Independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I's",1,1,3 ], "Institute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I's",1,1,4 ], "International" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I's",1,1,5 ], "Island or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I've",1,1,1 ], "contraction of I have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I-beam",1,1,1 ], "a rolled steel joist or a girder with a cross section in the form of a capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I-beam",1,1,1 ], "letter I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "I-spy",1,1,1 ], "a game in which one player specifies the initial letter of the name of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I-spy",1,1,1 ], "object that he can see, which the other players then try to guess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "I/O",1,1,1 ], "input/output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IAEA",1,1,1 ], "International Atomic Energy Agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IAS",1,1,1 ], "indicated air speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IATA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for International Air Transport Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IC",1,1,1 ], "(in transformational grammar) immediate constituent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IC",1,1,2 ], "integrated circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ICBM",1,1,1 ], "intercontinental ballistic missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ICFTU",1,1,1 ], "International Confederation of Free Trade Unions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ICJ",1,1,1 ], "International Court of Justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ICSH",1,1,1 ], "interstitial-cell-stimulating hormone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ID card",1,1,1 ], "a card or document that serves to identify a person, or to prove his age," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ID card",1,1,1 ], "membership, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ID",1,1,1 ], "identification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IDB",1,1,1 ], "illicit diamond buying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IE",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European (languages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IF",1,1,1 ], "intermediate frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IFC",1,1,1 ], "International Finance Corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IG",1,1,1 ], "Indo-Germanic (languages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IG",1,1,2 ], "Inspector General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IGFET",1,1,1 ], "having one or more semiconductor gate electrodes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "IGFET",1,1,1 ], "insulated-gate field-effect transistor; a type of field-effect transistor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IHS",1,1,1 ], "the first three letters of the name Jesus in Greek (#GI#GH#GS#GO#GY#GS), often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IHS",1,1,1 ], "used as a Christian emblem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "IJssel",1,1,1 ], "a river in the central Netherlands: a distributary of the Rhine, flowing north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IJssel",1,1,1 ], "to the IJsselmeer| Length: 116 km (72 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "IJsselmeer",1,1,1 ], "a shallow lake in the NW Netherlands; formed from the S part of the Zuider Zee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IJsselmeer",1,1,1 ], "by 1980: 1243 sq| km (480 sq| miles)| English name: Ijssel Lake" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "IJsselmeer",1,1,1 ], "by fresh water from the IJssel River; fisheries (formerly marine fish, now esp|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "IJsselmeer",1,1,1 ], "by the construction of the IJsselmeer Dam in 1932; salt water gradually replaced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "IJsselmeer",1,1,1 ], "eels)| Area: (before reclamation) 3690 sq| km (1425 sq| miles)| Estimated final area" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "IL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ILEA",1,1,1 ], "Inner London Education Authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ILS",1,1,1 ], "instrument landing system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IMF",1,1,1 ], "International Monetary Fund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IND",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "INRI",1,1,1 ], "Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum (the inscription placed over Christ's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "INRI",1,1,1 ], "during the Crucifixion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "INS",1,1,1 ], "International News Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "INTUC",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Indian National Trade Union Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IOU",1,1,1 ], "a written promise or reminder to pay a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IPA",1,1,1 ], "International Phonetic Alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IRBM",1,1,1 ], "intermediate range ballistic missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IRL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Republic of Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IRQ",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Iraq" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "IS",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Iceland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ISO",1,1,1 ], "International Standards Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ITV(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Independent Television",1). c_DEF([ "IVB",1,1,1 ], "invalidity benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ia",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 210,388 (1974 est|)| German name: Jassy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ia",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Rumania: capital of Moldavia (1565-1859); university (1860)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iapetus",1,1,1 ], "one of the ten satellites of Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ia|",1,1,1 ], "Iowa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibadan",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Nigeria, capital of Oyo state: the largest town in West Africa;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibadan",1,1,1 ], "university (1948)| Pop|: 847,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ibagu",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Colombia| Pop|: 176,223 (1973)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibarruri",1,1,1 ], "real name of La Pasionaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberia",1,1,1 ], "the Iberian Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberia",1,1,2 ], "an ancient region south of the Caucasus corresponding approximately to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberia",1,1,2 ], "present-day Georgian SSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of SW Europe, occupied by Spain and Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,1,1 ], "Peninsula in preclassical and classical times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of ancient Caucasoid peoples who inhabited the Iberian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Iberian Peninsula; a Spaniard or Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,1,3 ], "a native or inhabitant of ancient Iberia in the Caucasus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,2,1 ], "Caucasian Iberia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to the pre-Roman peoples of the Iberian Peninsula or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,2,2 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iberian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Iberian Peninsula, its inhabitants, or any of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibero-",1,1,1 ], "indicating Iberia or Iberian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibert",1,1,1 ], "1890-1962, French composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibibio",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of SE Nigeria, living esp| in and around Calabar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibibio",1,1,2 ], "as belonging to the Benue-Congo or the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ibibio",1,1,2 ], "the language or group of dialects spoken by this people, variously classified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibiza",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish island in the W Mediterranean, one of the Balearic Islands: hilly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibiza",1,1,1 ], "with a rugged coast; tourism| Pop|: 42,456 (1970)| Area: 541 sq| km (209 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ibiza",1,1,2 ], "the capital of Ibiza, a port on the south of the island| Pop|: 15,642 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in S Nigeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibo",1,1,2 ], "family: one of the chief literary and cultural languages of S Nigeria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ibo",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibrahim Pasha",1,1,1 ], "1789-1848, Albanian general; son of Mehemet Ali, whom he succeeded as viceroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ibrahim Pasha",1,1,1 ], "of Egypt (1848)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ibsen" ,1, 1, 1],"1828-1906, Norwegian dramatist and poet|After his early verse plays",1). c_DEF([ "Ibsen" ,1, 1, 2],"A Doll's House (1879), Ghosts (1881), and The Wild Duck (1886), which have had a",2). c_DEF([ "Ibsen" ,1, 1, 2],"Master Builder (1892), are more symbolic|",4). c_DEF([ "Ibsen" ,1, 1, 2],"and Peer Gynt (1867), he began the series of social dramas in prose, including",1). c_DEF([ "Ibsen" ,1, 1, 2],"profound influence on modern drama|His later plays, such as Hedda Gabler (1890) and The",3). c_DEF([ "Ic",1,1,1 ], "the Brazilian part of the Putumayo River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icaria",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the Aegean Sea, in the Southern Sporades group| Area: 256" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icaria",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (99 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Ikaria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Icarian Sea",1,1,1 ], "coast of Asia Minor, where, according to legend, Icarus fell into the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Icarian Sea",1,1,1 ], "the part of the Aegean Sea between the islands of Patmos and Leros and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Icarus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icarian",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to Icaria or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icarian",2,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Icaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icarus",1,1,1 ], "causing the wax to melt, and fell into the Aegean and drowned" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Icarus",1,1,1 ], "of wax and feathers| Heedless of his father's warning he flew too near the sun," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Icarus",1,1,1 ], "the son of Daedalus, with whom he escaped from Crete, flying with wings made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icel",1,1,1 ], "another name for Mersin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland moss",1,1,1 ], "a lichen, Cetraria islandica, of arctic regions and N Europe, with brownish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland moss",1,1,1 ], "edible fronds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland poppy",1,1,1 ], "any of various widely cultivated arctic poppies, esp| Papaver nudicaule, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland poppy",1,1,1 ], "white or yellow nodding flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland spar",1,1,1 ], "a pure transparent variety of calcite with double-refracting crystals used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland spar",1,1,1 ], "making polarizing microscopes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Reykjavik| Pop|: 218,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 102,828 sq| km (39,702 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland",1,1,1 ], "Norsemen, who established a legislative assembly in 930; under Danish rule (1380-1918);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland",1,1,1 ], "an island republic in the N Atlantic, regarded as part of Europe: settled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland",1,1,1 ], "gained independence in 1918 and became a republic in 1944; contains large areas of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland",1,1,1 ], "glaciers, snowfields, and lava beds with many volcanoes and hot springs (the chief source" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland",1,1,1 ], "largely on fishing| Language: Icelandic| Religion: mostly Lutheran| Currency: krona|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Iceland",1,1,1 ], "of domestic heat); inhabited chiefly along the SW coast| The economy is based" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Icelander",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Iceland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icelandic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Iceland, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icelandic",1,2,1 ], "the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Icelandic",1,2,1 ], "the official language of Iceland, belonging to the North Germanic branch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Icel|",1,1,1 ], "Iceland(ic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iceni",1,1,1 ], "Queen Boadicea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iceni",1,1,1 ], "an ancient British tribe that rebelled against the Romans in 61 a|d| under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ice|",1,1,1 ], "Iceland(ic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ichang",1,1,1 ], "(1000 miles) from the East China Sea: head of navigation of the Yangtze| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ichang",1,1,1 ], "50,000-100,000 (1953 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ichang",1,1,1 ], "a port in S central China, in Hupeh province on the Yangtze River 1600 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ichinomiya",1,1,1 ], "a town in Japan, on SE Honshu island: textile industry| Pop|: 235,130 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ichinomiya",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iconium",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Konya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ictinus",1,1,1 ], "5th century b|c| Greek architect, who designed the Parthenon with Callicrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ida",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Crete: the highest on the island; in ancient times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ida",1,1,1 ], "associated with the worship of Zeus| Height: 2456 m (8057 ft|)| Modern Greek name: Idhi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ida",1,1,2 ], "(5797 ft|)| Turkish name: Kaz Davgi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ida",1,1,2 ], "a mountain in NW Turkey, southeast of the site of ancient Troy| Height: 1767 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Idaho",1,1,1 ], "216,413 sq| km (83,557 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Idaho",1,1,1 ], "Mountains, with the Snake River basin in the south; important for agriculture (Idaho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Idaho",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northwestern U|S|: consists chiefly of ranges of the Rocky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Idaho",1,1,1 ], "potatoes), livestock, and silver-mining| Capital: Boise| Pop|: 713,008 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Idea",1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Plato) the universal essence or archetype of any class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Idea",1,1,1 ], "of things or concepts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Identikit",1,1,1,1 ], "a set of transparencies of various typical facial characteristics that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Identikit",1,1,1,1 ], "person sought by the police" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Identikit",1,1,1,1 ], "superimposed on one another to build up, on the basis of a description, a picture of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Identikit",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Idhi",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Mount Ida (in Crete)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ido",1,1,1 ], "an artificial language; a modification of Esperanto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Idomeneus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Crete who fought on the Greek side in the Trojan War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Idun",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of spring who guarded the apples that kept the gods eternally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Idun",1,1,1 ], "young; wife of Bragi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ieper",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Ypres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ieyasu",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Tokugawa)Iyeuasu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,1,1 ], "in case that, or on condition that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,1,2 ], "meaning of whether" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,1,2 ], "used to introduce an indirect question| In this sense, if approaches the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,1,3 ], "even though" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,1,3,1 ], "used to introduce expressions of desire, with only: if I had only known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,1,3,2 ], "used to introduce exclamations of surprise, dismay, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,1,4 ], "as if| as it would be if; as though" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,2,1 ], "an uncertainty or doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "If",1,2,2 ], "a condition or stipulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ife",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central Nigeria: one of the largest and oldest Yoruba towns;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ife",1,1,1 ], "university (1961); centre of the cocoa trade| Pop|: 176,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ifni",1,1,1 ], "a former Spanish province in S Morocco, on the Atlantic: returned to Morocco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ifni",1,1,1 ], "in 1969" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Igbo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ibo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Igdrasil",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Yggdrasil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ignatius Loyola",1,1,1 ], "1491-1556, Spanish ecclesiastic| He founded the Society of Jesus (1534) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ignatius Loyola",1,1,1 ], "manual for the training of Jesuits| Feast day: July 31" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ignatius Loyola",1,1,1 ], "was its first general (1541-56)| His Spiritual Exercises (1548) remains the basic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ignatius",1,1,1 ], "Christian Church| Feast day: Feb| 1" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ignatius",1,1,1 ], "surnamed Theophorus| died 110 a|d|, bishop of Antioch| His seven letters," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ignatius",1,1,1 ], "written on his way to his martyrdom in Rome, give valuable insight into the early" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Igorot",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negrito people of the mountains of N Luzon in the Philippines:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Igorot",1,1,1 ], "noted as early exponents of mining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Igraine",1,1,1 ], "the mother of King Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iguac",1,1,1 ], "(2|5 miles)| Height: 82 m (269 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iguac",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall on the border between Brazil and Argentina, on the Iguacu River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iguac",1,1,1 ], "divided into hundreds of separate falls by forested rocky islands| Width: about 4 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iguacor Iguass",1,1,1 ], "(745 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iguacor Iguass",1,1,1 ], "Parana River, forming part of the border between Brazil and Argentina| Length: 1200 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iguacor Iguass",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE South America, rising in S Brazil and flowing west to join the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ikara",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the modern Greek name for Icaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ikeja",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Nigeria, capital of Lagos state: residential and industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ikeja",1,1,1 ], "suburb of Lagos| Pop|: 11,500 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ikhnaton",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Akhenaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ila",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the modern Greek name for Elia ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ile du Diable",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Devil's Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ile-de-France",1,1,1 ], "10th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ile-de-France",1,1,1 ], "a region of N France, in the Paris Basin: part of the duchy of France in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ile-de-France",1,1,2 ], "a former name (1715-1810) for Mauritius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iles Comores",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Comoro Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iles du Salut",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Safety Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iles sous le Vent",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Leeward Islands ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilesha",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Nigeria| Pop|: 224,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilia",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman legend) the daughter of Aeneas and Lavinia, who, according to some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilia",1,1,1 ], "traditions, was the mother of Romulus and Remus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iliad",1,1,1 ], "a Greek epic poem describing the siege of Troy, attributed to Homer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iliad",1,1,1 ], "probably composed before 700 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iliamna",1,1,1 ], "a lake in SW Alaska: the largest lake in Alaska| Length: about 130 km (80" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iliamna",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Width: 40 km (25 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iliamna",1,1,2 ], "a volcano in SW Alaska, northwest of Iliamna Lake| Height: 3076 m (10,092" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iliamna",1,1,2 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iligan",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iligan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the Philippines, a port on the N coast of Mindanao| Pop|: 129,454" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilion",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the Greek name for ancient Troy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilium",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for ancient Troy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilkeston",1,1,1 ], "a town in N central England, in SE Derbyshire| Pop|: 34,123 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilkley",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 21,828 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ilkley",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire: nearby is Ilkley Moor (to the south)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illampu",1,1,1 ], "one of the two peaks of Mount Sorata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illawarra",1,1,1 ], "a coastal district of E Australia, in S New South Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illawarra",1,1,2 ], "an Australian breed of shorthorn dairy cattle noted for its high milk yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illawarra",1,1,2 ], "and ability to survive on poor pastures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ille-et-Vilaine",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 6992 sq| km (2727 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ille-et-Vilaine",1,1,1 ], "a department of NW France, in E Brittany| Capital: Rennes| Pop|: 719,320" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illich",1,1,1 ], "Deschooling Society (1971) and Medical Nemesis (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Illich",1,1,1 ], "born 1926, U|S| teacher and writer, born in Austria: his books include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illimani",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W Bolivia, in the Andes near La Paz| Height: 6882 m (22,580" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illimani",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Illinois" ,1, 1, 1],"Springfield| Pop|: 11,113,976 (1970)| Area: 144,858 sq| km (55,930 sq| miles)",3). c_DEF([ "Illinois" ,1, 1, 1],"a state of the N central U|S|, in the Midwest: consists of level prairie",1). c_DEF([ "Illinois" ,1, 1, 1],"crossed by the Illinois and Kaskaskia Rivers; mainly agricultural| Capital:",2). c_DEF([ "Illinois" ,1, 1, 2],"a river in Illinois, flowing SW to the Mississippi| Length: 439 km (273",1). c_DEF([ "Illinois" ,1, 1, 2],"miles)|",2). c_DEF([ "Illuminati",1,1,1 ], "any of several groups of illuminati, esp| in 18th-century France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illuminati",1,1,2 ], "a group of religious enthusiasts of 16th-century Spain who were persecuted by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illuminati",1,1,2 ], "the Inquisition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Illuminati",1,1,3 ], "a masonic sect founded in Bavaria in 1778 claiming that the illuminating grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illuminati",1,1,3 ], "of Christ resided in it alone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Illuminati",1,1,4 ], "a rare name for the Rosicrucians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illyria",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of uncertain boundaries on the E shore of the Adriatic Sea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illyria",1,1,1 ], "including parts of present-day Yugoslavia and Albania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Illyrian",1,1,1 ], "a member of the group of related Indo-European peoples who occupied Illyria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illyrian",1,1,1 ], "from the late third millennium to the early first millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Illyrian",1,1,2 ], "modern Albanian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Illyrian",1,1,2 ], "relationship within the Indo-European family, but thought by some to be the ancestor of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Illyrian",1,1,2 ], "the extinct and almost unrecorded language of these peoples: of uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illyrian",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to Illyria, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Illyricum",1,1,1 ], "a Roman province founded after 168 b|c|, based on the coastal area of Illyria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ill|",1,1,1 ], "Illinois| l" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilmen",1,1,1 ], "Volkhov River into Lake Ladoga| Area: between 780 sq| km (300 sq| miles) and 2200 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ilmen",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the NW Soviet Union, in the Novgorod Region: drains through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ilmen",1,1,1 ], "km (850 sq| miles), according to the season" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iloilo",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W central Philippines, on SE Panay Island| Pop|: 247,956 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iloilo",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ilorin",1,1,1 ], "282,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ilorin",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Nigeria, capital of Kwara state: agricultural trade centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imbros",1,1,1 ], "Turkish name: Imroz" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Imbros",1,1,1 ], "a Turkish island in the NE Aegean Sea, west of the Gallipoli Peninsula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imbros",1,1,1 ], "occupied by Greece (1912-14) and Britain (1914-23)| Area: 280 sq| km (108 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Imitt",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the modern Greek name for Hymettus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Immaculate Conception",1,1,1 ], "sin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Immaculate Conception",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the Virgin Mary was conceived without any stain of original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Immanuel",1,1,1 ], "Christian tradition is identified with Jesus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Immanuel",1,1,1 ], "the child whose birth was foretold by Isaiah (Isaiah 7:14) and who in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Immelmann turn",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft manoeuvre used to gain height while reversing the direction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Immelmann turn",1,1,1 ], "flight| It consists of a half loop followed by a half roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Immingham",1,1,1 ], "10,259 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Immingham",1,1,1 ], "a port in N England, in Humberside: docks opened in 1912, principally for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Immingham",1,1,1 ], "exporting of coal; now handles chiefly bulk materials, esp| imported iron ore| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Immortals",1,1,1 ], "the gods of ancient Greece and Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Immortals",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Persia) the royal bodyguard or a larger elite unit of 10,000 men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Immortals",1,1,3 ], "the members of the French Academy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imo",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Owerri| Pop|: 5,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 8720 sq| km (3366 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Imo",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of East-Central State|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imperial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a specified empire, such as the British Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imperial",1,2,1 ], "a supporter or soldier of the Holy Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imphal",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, capital of Manipur Territory, on the Manipur River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imphal",1,1,1 ], "formerly the seat of the Manipur kings| Pop|: 100,366 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Imp|",1,1,1 ], "Imperator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imp|",1,1,2 ], "Imperatrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imp|",1,1,3 ], "Imperial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Imroz",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for Imbros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "In",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for indium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inauguration Day",1,1,1 ], "20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inauguration Day",1,1,1 ], "the day on which the inauguration of a president of the U|S| takes place, Jan|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inca",1,1,1 ], "a member of a South American Indian people whose great empire centred on Peru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inca",1,1,1 ], "for its complex culture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Inca",1,1,1 ], "lasted from about 1100 a|d| to the Spanish conquest in the early 1530s and is famed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inca",1,1,2 ], "the ruler or king of this empire or any member of his family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inca",1,1,3 ], "the language of the Incas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Incaparina",1,1,1 ], "a cheap high-protein food made of cottonseed, sorghum flours, maize, yeast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Incaparina",1,1,1 ], "etc|, used, esp| in Latin America, to prevent protein-deficiency diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Incarnation",1,1,1 ], "the assuming of a human body by the Son of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inchon",1,1,1 ], "797,140 (1975)| Former name: Chemulpo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inchon",1,1,1 ], "a port in W South Korea, on the Yellow Sea: the chief port for Seoul| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ind",1,1,1 ], "a poetic name for India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ind",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete name for the Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Independence Day",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the Fourth of July" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Independence",1,1,1 ], "Oregon, and California Trails (1831-44)| Pop|: 114,272 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Independence",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Missouri, near Kansas City: starting point for the Santa Fe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Independency",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Congregational Church) the principle upholding the independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Independency",1,1,1 ], "of each local church or congregation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Independent",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a member of the Congregational Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Independent",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Independency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Index Librorum Prohibitorum",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an official list of proscribed books| Often called: the Index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "India paper",1,1,1 ], "a thin soft opaque printing paper made in the Orient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "India paper",1,1,2 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for bible paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "India print",1,1,1 ], "a colourful cotton fabric, with a block-printed pattern, made in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "India rubber",1,1,1 ], "another name for rubber ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "1858; nationalist movement arose under Gandhi (1869-1948); Indian subcontinent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "548,154,569 (1971)| Area: 3,268,100 sq| km (1,261,813 sq| miles)| Hindi name: Bharat" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth in 1950| It consists chiefly of the Himalayas, rising over 7500 m (25,000 ft|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "Official and administrative languages: Hindi and English; each state has its own" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "a republic in S Asia: history dates from the Indus Valley civilization (3rd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "divided into Pakistan (Muslim) and India (Hindu) in 1947; became a republic within the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "in the extreme north, the Ganges plain in the north, the Thar Desert in the" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "language| Religion: Hindu majority| Currency: rupee| Capital: New Delhi| Pop|:" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "millenium b|c|); came under British supremacy in 1763 and passed to the British Crown in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "India",1,1,1 ], "northwest, the Chota Nagpur plateau in the northeast, and the Deccan Plateau in the south|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Indiaman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a large merchant ship engaged in trade with India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Desert",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Thar Desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Empire",1,1,1 ], "British India and the Indian states under indirect British control, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Empire",1,1,1 ], "gained independence as India and Pakistan in 1947" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Mutiny",1,1,1 ], "a revolt of Indian troops (1857-59) that led to the transfer of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Mutiny",1,1,1 ], "administration of India from the East India Company to the British Crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian National Congress",1,1,1 ], "the official name for Congress (the political party)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Ocean",1,1,1 ], "(13,000 ft|)| Greatest depth (off the Sunda Islands): 7450 m (24,442 ft|)| Area: about" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Ocean",1,1,1 ], "73,556,000 sq| km (28,400,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Ocean",1,1,1 ], "an ocean bordered by Africa in the west, Asia in the north, and Australia in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Ocean",1,1,1 ], "the east and merging with the Antarctic Ocean in the south| Average depth: 3900 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian States and Agencies",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Native States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Territory",1,1,1 ], "integrated into the new state of Oklahoma in 1907" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Territory",1,1,1 ], "the territory established in the early 19th century in present-day Oklahoma," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian Territory",1,1,1 ], "where Indians were forced to settle by the U|S| government| The last remnant was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian agent",1,1,1 ], "American Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian agent",1,1,1 ], "an official who represents the U|S| or Canadian government to a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian bread",1,1,1 ], "another name for corn bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian cholera",1,1,1 ], "another name for cholera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian club",1,1,1 ], "a bottle-shaped club, usually used in pairs by gymnasts, jugglers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian corn",1,1,1 ], "another name for maize ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian file",1,1,1 ], "another term for single file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian giver",1,1,1 ], "a person who asks for the return of a present he has given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian hemp",1,1,1 ], "another name for hemp, esp| the variety Cannabis indica, from which several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian hemp",1,1,1 ], "narcotic drugs are obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian hemp",1,1,2 ], "a perennial American apocynaceous plant, Apocynum cannabinum, whose fibre was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian hemp",1,1,2 ], "formerly used by the Indians to make rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian ink",1,1,1 ], "a black pigment made from a mixture of lampblack and a binding agent such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian ink",1,1,1 ], "gelatin or glue: usually formed into solid cakes and sticks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian ink",1,1,2 ], "a black liquid ink made from this pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian liquorice",1,1,1 ], "a woody leguminous tropical Asian climbing plant, Abrus precatorius, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian liquorice",1,1,1 ], "for liquorice" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indian liquorice",1,1,1 ], "scarlet black-spotted poisonous seeds, used as beads, and roots used as a substitute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian list",1,1,1 ], "(in Canada) a list of persons to whom spirits may not be sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian mallow",1,1,1 ], "a tall malvaceous weedy North American plant, Abutilon theophrasti, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian mallow",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers and large velvety leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian meal",1,1,1 ], "another name for corn meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian millet",1,1,1 ], "another name for durra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian mulberry",1,1,1 ], "a small rubiaceous tree, Morinda citrifolia, of SE Asia and Australasia, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian mulberry",1,1,1 ], "rounded yellow fruits: yields red and yellow dyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian pipe",1,1,1 ], "a white or pinkish saprophytic woodland plant, Monotropa uniflora, of the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian pipe",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere, with a solitary nodding flower resembling a pipe: family Monotropaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian red",1,1,1 ], "a red pigment containing ferric oxide, used in paints and cosmetics and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian red",1,1,1 ], "produced by oxidizing iron salts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian red",1,1,2 ], "a type of red soil containing ferric oxide, found in S Asia and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian red",1,1,2 ], "pigment and metal polish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian rice",1,1,1 ], "an annual erect aquatic North American grass, Zizania aquatica, with edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian rice",1,1,1 ], "purplish-black grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian rice",1,1,2 ], "the grain of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian rope-trick",1,1,1 ], "the supposed Indian feat of climbing an unsupported rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian summer",1,1,1 ], "a period of unusually warm weather, esp| in the autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian sweater",1,1,1 ], "another name for Cowichan sweater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian tobacco",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous North American campanulaceous plant, Lobelia inflata, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian tobacco",1,1,1 ], "pale blue flowers and rounded inflated seed capsules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian wrestling",1,1,1 ], "a contest in which two people sit facing each other each with one elbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian wrestling",1,1,1 ], "resting on a table, clasp hands, and each tries to force the other's arm flat onto the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian wrestling",1,1,1 ], "table while keeping his own elbow touching the table" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indian wrestling",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar contests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of the Republic of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian",1,1,2 ], "an American Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian",1,1,3 ], "any of the languages of the American Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian",1,2,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of India, its inhabitants, or any of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indian",1,2,2 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indian",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the American Indians or any of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indiana",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Indianapolis| Pop|: 5,193,669 (1970)| Area: 93,491 sq| km (36,097 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indiana",1,1,1 ], "a state of the N central U|S|, in the Midwest: consists of an undulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indiana",1,1,1 ], "plain, with sand dunes and lakes in the north and limestone caves in the south|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indianapolis",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Indiana: the state capital| Pop|: 738,657 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indic",1,1,1 ], "Gujerati, Bengali, and Sinhalese" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indic",1,1,1 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to a branch of Indo-European consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indic",1,1,1 ], "the Indo-European languages of India, including Sanskrit, Hindi and Urdu, Punjabi," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indic",1,2,1 ], "this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indies",1,1,1 ], "Indochina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indies",1,1,1 ], "the territories of S and SE Asia included in the East Indies, India, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting India or Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Aryan",1,1,1 ], "another word for Indic ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Aryan",1,2,1 ], "another name for Indic ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Aryan",1,2,2 ], "a native speaker of an Indo-Aryan language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,1,1 ], "English and many other culturally and politically important languages of the world:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,1,1 ], "characteristically marked by inflection showing gender, number, and case" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,1,1 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to a family of languages that includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the hypothetical parent language of this family," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,1,2 ], "primitive Indo-European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,1,3 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to any of the peoples speaking these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,1,3 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,2,1 ], "the Indo-European family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,2,2 ], "the reconstructed hypothetical parent language of this family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,2,3 ], "a member of the prehistoric people who spoke this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-European",1,2,4 ], "a descendant of this people or a native speaker of an Indo-European language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Germanic",1,2,1 ], "another term for Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Hittite",1,1,1 ], "as a branch of Indo-European but as a related language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Hittite",1,1,1 ], "the Indo-European family of languages: used by scholars who regard Hittite not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Iranian",1,1,1 ], "of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Iranian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Indic and Iranian branches of the Indo-European family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Iranian",1,2,1 ], "Indo-European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Iranian",1,2,1 ], "this group of languages, sometimes considered as forming a single branch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Pacific",1,1,1 ], "of SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Pacific",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the region of the Indian and W Pacific Oceans off the coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Pacific",1,2,1 ], "Malayo-Polynesian, Mon-Khmer, certain Indian languages, Papuan, and the Australian aboriginal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Pacific",1,2,1 ], "a hypothetical phylum or superphylum of languages that would consist of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indo-Pacific",1,2,1 ], "languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indochina",1,1,1 ], "Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Malaya" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indochina",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in SE Asia, between India and China: consists of Burma, Thailand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indochina",1,1,2 ], "and Cambodia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indochina",1,1,2 ], "the former French colonial possessions of Cochin China, Annam, Tonkin, Laos," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indologist",1,1,1 ], "a student of Indian literature, history, philosophy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1,907,568 sq| km (736,512 sq| miles)| Former name (1798-1945): Dutch East" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "Indies" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "Moluccas, Timor, part of Borneo (Kalimantan), West Irian, and over 3000 small islands in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "Religion: mostly Muslim| Currency: rupiah| Capital: Djakarta| Pop|: 119,232,499 (1971)|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Asia, in the Malay Archipelago, consisting of the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "independence in 1945; became a republic in 1950| Official language: Bahasa Indonesia|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "islands of Sumatra, Java, Bali, Celebes (Sulawesi), Lombok, Sumbawa, Flores, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesia",1,1,1 ], "the Indian and Pacific Oceans: became the Dutch East Indies in 1798; declared" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Indonesia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Indonesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesian",1,2,2 ], "another name for Bahasa Indonesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesian",1,2,3 ], "Tagalog, and Malagasy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indonesian",1,2,3 ], "a branch of the Malayo-Polynesian family of languages that includes Malay," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indore",1,1,1 ], "a city in central India, in W Madhya Pradesh| Pop|: 543,381 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indore",1,1,2 ], "a former state of central India: became part of Madhya Bharat in 1948, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indore",1,1,2 ], "in turn became part of Madhya Pradesh in 1956" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indra",1,1,1 ], "rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indra",1,1,1 ], "the most celebrated god of the Rig-Veda, governing the weather and dispensing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indre",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 256,147 (1975)| Area: 6906 sq| km (2693 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indre",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France in the Centre region| Capital: Chateauroux|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indre-et-Loire",1,1,1 ], "a department of W central France in the Centre region: contains many famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indre-et-Loire",1,1,1 ], "chateaux along the Loire| Capital: Tours| Pop|: 486,884 (1975)| Area: 6158 sq| km (2402" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indre-et-Loire",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Indus",1,1,1 ], "Tucano" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indus",1,1,1 ], "a faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Telescopium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indus",2,1,1 ], "a river in S Asia, rising in SW Tibet in the Kailas Range of the Himalayas and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indus",2,1,1 ], "and for irrigation| Length: about 2900 km (1800 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Indus",2,1,1 ], "flowing northwest through Kashmir, then southwest across Pakistan to the Arabian Sea:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Indus",2,1,1 ], "important throughout history, esp| for the Indus Civilization (about 3000 to 1500 b|c|)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Industrial Revolution",1,1,1 ], "other W European countries and the U|S| into industrial nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Industrial Revolution",1,1,1 ], "the transformation in the 18th and 19th centuries of first Britain and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Industrial Workers of the World",1,1,1 ], "Chicago in 1905: banned in the U|S| in 1949" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Industrial Workers of the World",1,1,1 ], "an international revolutionary federation of industrial unions founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Indy",1,1,1 ], "1851-1931, French composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ind|",1,1,1 ], "Independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ind|",1,1,2 ], "India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ind|",1,1,3 ], "Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ind|",1,1,4 ], "Indiana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ind|",1,1,5 ], "Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inf|",1,1,1 ], "infantry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inge",1,1,1 ], "called the Gloomy Dean| 1860-1954, English theologian, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inge",1,1,1 ], "pessimism; dean of St| Paul's Cathedral (1911-34)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ingleborough",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N England, in North Yorkshire: potholes| Height: 723 m (2373" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ingleborough",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ingolstadt",1,1,1 ], "Pop|70,600 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ingolstadt",1,1,1 ], "a city in S West Germany, in Bavaria on the River Danube: oil-refining|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ingres",1,1,1 ], "1780-1867, French classical painter, noted for his draughtsmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ingush",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of the S Soviet Union, speaking a Circassian language and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ingush",1,1,1 ], "chiefly inhabiting the Checheno-Ingush ASSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inhambane",1,1,1 ], "Bay)|Pop|: 26,701 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inhambane",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Mozambique on an inlet of the Mozambique Channel (Inhambane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Injun",1,1,1 ], "an informal or dialect word for (American)Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Injun",1,1,2 ], "honest Injun|Slang| genuinely; really" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inkerman",1,1,1 ], "Russians (1854)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Inkerman",1,1,1 ], "a battle during the Crimean War in which English and French forces defeated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inkerman",1,1,1 ], "a village in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Crimea east of Sevastopol: scene of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inland Revenue",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a government board that administers and collects major direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inland Revenue",1,1,1 ], "taxes, such as income tax, corporation tax, and capital gains tax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inland Sea",1,1,1 ], "Japanese name: Seto Naikai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inland Sea",1,1,1 ], "a sea in SW Japan, between the islands of Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inn",1,1,1 ], "(1923-37; 1961-65)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inn",1,1,1 ], "1884-1973, Turkish statesman president of Turkey (1938-50) and prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inn",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Europe, rising in Switzerland in Graubunden and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inn",1,1,1 ], "northeast through Austria and Bavaria to join the River Danube at Passau: forms part of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inn",1,1,1 ], "the border between Austria and West Germany| Length: 514 km (319 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Inner Light",1,1,1 ], "that is superior even to Scripture and unites man to Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inner Light",1,1,1 ], "the presence and inner working of God in the soul acting as a guiding spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inner Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "Huhehot| Pop|: 13,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 1,177,500 sq| km (459,225 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Inner Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "an autonomous region of NE China: consists chiefly of the Mongolian plateau," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inner Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "with the Gobi Desert in the north and the Great Wall of China in the south| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inner Temple",1,1,1 ], "(in England) one of the four legal societies in London that together form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inner Temple",1,1,1 ], "Inns of Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inniskilling",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Enniskillen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent II",1,1,1 ], "Abelard's teachings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent II",1,1,1 ], "original name Gregorio Papareschi| died 1143, pope (1130-43)| He condemned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent III",1,1,1 ], "Crusade (1202) and a crusade against the Albigenses (1208), and called the fourth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent III",1,1,1 ], "Lateran Council (1215)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent III",1,1,1 ], "original name Giovanni Lotario de' Conti| 1161-1216, pope (1198-1216), under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent III",1,1,1 ], "whom the temporal power of the papacy reached its height| He instituted the Fourth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent IV",1,1,1 ], "original name Sinibaldo de' Fieschi| died 1254, pope (1243-54); an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Innocent IV",1,1,1 ], "unrelenting enemy of Emperor Frederick II and his heirs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inns of Court",1,1,1 ], "(in England) the four private unincorporated societies in London that function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inns of Court",1,1,1 ], "English bar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Inns of Court",1,1,1 ], "as a law school and have the exclusive privilege of calling candidates to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Innsbruck",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Austria, on the River Inn at the foot of the Brenner Pass: tourist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Innsbruck",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 115,197 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Innuit",1,1,1 ], "an Eskimo of North America or Greenland, as distinguished from one from Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Innuit",1,1,1 ], "or the Aleuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inquisition",1,1,1 ], "a judicial institution of the Roman Catholic Church (1232-1820) founded to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inquisition",1,1,1 ], "discover and suppress heresy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inquisitor-General",1,1,1 ], "the head of the Spanish court of Inquisition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Institutes",1,1,1 ], "an introduction to legal study in ancient Rome, compiled by order of Justinian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Institutes",1,1,1 ], "and divided into four books forming part of the Corpus Juris Civilis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Institutes",1,1,2 ], "and predestination" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Institutes",1,1,2 ], "in 1536 and constituting the basic statement of the Reformed faith, that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Institutes",1,1,2 ], "repudiates papal authority and postulates the doctrines of justification by faith alone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Institutes",1,1,2 ], "short for Institutes of the Christian Religion, the book by Calvin, completed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inst|",1,1,1 ], "Institute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inst|",1,1,2 ], "Institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Intelsat",1,1,1 ], "Telecommunications Satellite Consortium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Intelsat",1,1,1 ], "any of four series of communications satellites operated by the International" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Interim",1,1,1 ], "German emperor and Diet to regulate religious differences between Roman Catholics and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Interim",1,1,1 ], "Protestants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Interim",1,1,1 ], "any of three provisional arrangements made during the Reformation by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Interior",1,1,1 ], "the domestic or internal affairs of any of certain countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Interlaken",1,1,1 ], "Thun on the River Aar| Pop|: 4735 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Interlaken",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in central Switzerland, situated between Lakes Brienz and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Interlingua",1,1,1 ], "an artificial language based on words common to English and the Romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Interlingua",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Bank for Reconstruction and Developme",1,1 ], "the official name for the World Bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Court of Justice",1,1,1 ], "United Nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Court of Justice",1,1,1 ], "a court established in the Hague to settle disputes brought by members of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Development Association",1,1,1 ], "an organization set up in 1960 to provide low-interest loans to developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Development Association",1,1,1 ], "countries| It is part of the World Bank Group| Abbrev: I|D|A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Finance Corporation",1,1,1 ], "an organization that invests directly in private companies and makes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Finance Corporation",1,1,1 ], "guarantees loans to private investors| It is affiliated to the World Bank and is part of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Finance Corporation",1,1,1 ], "the World Bank Group" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Geophysical Year",1,1,1 ], "of nations agreed to cooperate in a geophysical research programme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Geophysical Year",1,1,1 ], "the 18-month period from July 1, 1957, to Dec| 31, 1958, during which a number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Gothic",1,1,1 ], "Pisanello" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "International Gothic",1,1,1 ], "a style in art during the late 14th and early 15th centuries characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Gothic",1,1,1 ], "elegant stylization of illuminated manuscripts, mosaics, stained glass, etc|, and by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Gothic",1,1,1 ], "increased interest in secular themes| Major contributors were Simone Martini, Giotto, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Labour Organization",1,1,1 ], "an agency of the United Nations responsible for research and recommendations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Labour Organization",1,1,1 ], "in the field of labour conditions and practices: founded in 1919 in affiliation to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Labour Organization",1,1,1 ], "the League of Nations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Master",1,1,1 ], "a certain number of points during specific international chess tournaments| Often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Master",1,1,1 ], "shortened to master" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Master",1,1,1 ], "the second highest title awarded by the F|I|D|E| to a player: won by obtaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Monetary Fund",1,1,1 ], "an international financial institution organized in 1945 to promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Monetary Fund",1,1,1 ], "international trade by increasing the exchange stability of the major currencies| A fund is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Monetary Fund",1,1,1 ], "maintained out of which member nations with temporary balance-of-payments deficits may" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Monetary Fund",1,1,1 ], "make withdrawals" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "International Phonetic Alphabet",1,1,1 ], "Internationale for the representation of human speech sounds| It is based on the Roman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Phonetic Alphabet",1,1,1 ], "a series of signs and letters propagated by the Association Phonetique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Phonetic Alphabet",1,1,1 ], "alphabet but supplemented by modified signs or symbols from other writing systems, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Phonetic Alphabet",1,1,1 ], "is usually employed in its revised form of 1951" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "International Practical Temperature Scale",1,1,1 ], "(-259|34 degrees C) and the highest the freezing point of gold (1064|43 degrees C)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "International Practical Temperature Scale",1,1,1 ], "a temperature scale adopted by international agreement in 1968 based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Practical Temperature Scale",1,1,1 ], "is the triple point of an equilibrium mixture of orthohydrogen and parahydrogen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Practical Temperature Scale",1,1,1 ], "thermodynamic temperature and using experimental values to define 11 fixed points| The lowest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International Standards Organization",1,1,1 ], "Geneva" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "International Standards Organization",1,1,1 ], "an international organization for the standardization of units of measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International Standards Organization",1,1,1 ], "technical terminology, etc| Founded in its present form in 1947, it has a secretariat in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "International",1,1,1 ], "any of several international socialist organizations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "International",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of these organizations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Internationale",1,1,1 ], "a revolutionary socialist hymn, first sung in 1871 in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Interpol",1,1,1 ], "100 national police forces, devoted chiefly to fighting international crime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Interpol",1,1,1 ], "acronym for International Criminal Police Organization, an association of over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Intertropical Convergence Zone",1,1,1 ], "currents and low atmospheric pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Intertropical Convergence Zone",1,1,1 ], "the zone of converging trade winds along the equator causing rising air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Intracoastal Waterway",1,1,1 ], "short for Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inuit",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Innuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Invar",1,1,1 ], "(0|2 per cent)| It has a very low coefficient of expansion and is used for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Invar",1,1,1 ], "an alloy containing iron (63|8 per cent), nickel (36 per cent), and carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Invar",1,1,1 ], "balance springs of watches, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Invercargill",1,1,1 ], "a city in New Zealand, on South Island: regional trading centre for sheep and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Invercargill",1,1,1 ], "agricultural products| Pop|: 47,098 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inverness",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Scotland, in the Highland region: tourism and specialized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Inverness",1,1,1 ], "engineering| Pop|: 34,870 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Inverness",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county of NW Scotland, now part of the Highland region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Io moth",1,1,1 ], "an American saturniid moth, Automeris io, bright yellow with a blue-and-pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Io moth",1,1,1 ], "eyelike spot on each of the hindwings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Io",1,1,1 ], "a maiden loved by Zeus and turned into a white heifer by either Zeus or Hera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Io",2,1,1 ], "the third largest of the twelve satellites of Jupiter and the second nearest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Io",2,1,1 ], "to the planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ioannina",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Serbian name: Janina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ioannina",1,1,1 ], "(until 1913); seat of Ali Pasha, the Lion of Janina, from 1788 to 1822| Pop|: 40,130" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ioannina",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Greece: belonged to the Serbs (1349-1430) and then the Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iona",1,1,1 ], "854 ha (2112 acres)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iona",1,1,1 ], "Columba's monastery (founded in 563) and an important early centre of Christianity| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iona",1,1,1 ], "an island off the W coast of Scotland, in the Inner Hebrides: site of St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionesco" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1912, French dramatist, born in Rumania a leading exponent of the theatre",1). c_DEF([ "Ionesco" ,1, 1, 1],"of the absurd|His plays include",2). c_DEF([ "Ionesco" ,1, 1, 2],"and Rhinoceros (1960)",1). c_DEF([ "Ionia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of W central Asia Minor, including adjacent Aegean islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionia",1,1,1 ], "colonized by Greeks in about 1100 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 2307 sq| km (891 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian Islands",1,1,1 ], "Zante, Levkas, Ithaca, Cythera, and Paxos: ceded to Greece in 1864| Pop|: 184,443" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of Greek islands in the Ionian Sea, consisting of Corfu, Cephalonia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian Sea",1,1,1 ], "the part of the Mediterranean Sea between SE Italy, E Sicily, and Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Hellenic people who settled in Attica in about 1100 b|c| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian",1,1,1 ], "later colonized the islands and E coast of the Aegean Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their dialect of Ancient Greek; Ionic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Ionia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian",1,2,3 ], "diatonic scale from C to C and forming the basis of the modern major key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ionian",1,2,3 ], "relating to or denoting an authentic mode represented by the ascending natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by fluted columns and capitals with scroll-like ornaments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to one of the five classical orders of architecture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Ionia, its inhabitants, or their dialect of Ancient Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, designating, or employing Ionics in verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,2,1 ], "one of four chief dialects of Ancient Greek; the dialect spoken in Ionia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,2,2 ], "(in classical prosody) a type of metrical foot having either two long followed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,2,2 ], "by two short syllables (greater Ionic), or two short followed by two long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ionic",1,2,2 ], "syllables (lesser Ionic)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iowa",1,1,1 ], "(55,941 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Iowa",1,1,1 ], "Mississippi the eastern| Capital: Des Moines| Pop|: 2,825,041 (1970)| Area: 144,887 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iowa",1,1,1 ], "a state of the N central U|S|, in the Midwest: consists of rolling plains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iowa",1,1,1 ], "crossed by many rivers, with the Missouri forming the western border and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iphigenia",1,1,1 ], "her life and made her a priestess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iphigenia",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of Agamemnon, taken by him to be sacrificed to Artemis, who saved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ipoh",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ipoh",1,1,1 ], "a city in Malaysia, capital of Perak state: tin-mining centre| Pop|: 247,689" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ipsambul",1,1,1 ], "another name for Abu Simbel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ipsus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in Asia Minor, in S Phrygia: site of a decisive battle (301" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ipsus",1,1,1 ], "and Demetrius" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ipsus",1,1,1 ], "b|c|) in the Wars of the Diadochi in which Lysimachus and Seleucus defeated Antigonus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ipswich",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ipswich",1,1,1 ], "Orwell estuary: manufactures agricultural and industrial machinery| Pop|: 122,814" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ipswich",1,1,1 ], "a town in E England, administrative centre of Suffolk, at the head of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iqbal",1,1,1 ], "1875-1938, Indian Muslim poet, philosopher, and political leader, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iqbal",1,1,1 ], "advocated the establishment of separate nations for Indian Hindus and Muslims and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iqbal",1,1,1 ], "generally regarded as the originator of Pakistan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iquique",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Chile: oil refineries| Pop|64,340 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iquitos",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic: head of navigation for large steamers| Pop|: 110,242 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iquitos",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in NE Peru, on the Amazon 3703 km (2300 miles) from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ir",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for iridium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iran",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: rial| Capital: Teheran| Pop|: 25,785,210 (1966)| Area: 1,647,050 sq|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Iran",1,1,1 ], "Persian Gulf| Oil is the most important export| Language: Iranian| Religion: chiefly" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Iran",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in SW Asia, between the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf: consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iran",1,1,1 ], "chiefly of a high central desert plateau almost completely surrounded by mountains, a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iran",1,1,1 ], "km (635,932 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1935): Persia" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Iran",1,1,1 ], "semitropical fertile region along the Caspian coast, and a hot and dry area beside the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,1,2 ], "(including Old Persian, Pahlavi, modern Persian, Kurdish, Baluchi, and Tadzhiki) and East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,1,2 ], "Iranian (including Avestan, Sogdian, Pashto, and Ossetic)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,1,2 ], "a branch of the Indo-European family of languages, divided into West Iranian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,1,3 ], "the modern Persian language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,2,1 ], "language; Persian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,2,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of Iran, its inhabitants, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iranian",1,2,2 ], "belonging to or relating to the Iranian branch of Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iran|",1,1,1 ], "Iranian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iraq",1,1,1 ], "(169,284 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Iraq",1,1,1 ], "It consists chiefly of the mountains of Kurdistan in the northeast, part of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iraq",1,1,1 ], "Mesopotamia; became a British mandate in 1920, independent in 1932, and a republic in 1958|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iraq",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: dinar| Capital: Baghdad| Pop|: 8,047,415 (1965)| Area: 438,446 sq| km" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Iraq",1,1,1 ], "Syrian Desert, and the lower basin of the Rivers Tigris and Euphrates| Oil is the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Iraq",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SW Asia, on the Persian Gulf: coextensive with ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iraq",1,1,1 ], "major export| Official language: Arabic; Kurdish is also spoken| Religion: chiefly" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Irbid",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Jordan| Pop|: 125,000 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irbil",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Erbil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,1 ], "Hibernia" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,1 ], "an island off NW Europe: part of the British Isles, separated from Britain by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,1 ], "and ruled as a dependency until 1801, when it was united with Great Britain until" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,1 ], "its division in 1921 into the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland| Latin name:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,1 ], "of peat bog, with mountains that rise over 900 m (3000 ft|) in the southwest and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,1 ], "several large lakes| It was conquered by England in the 16th and early 17th centuries" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,1 ], "the North Channel, the Irish Sea, and St| George's Channel; contains large areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,2 ], "(1974 est|)| Area: 70,282 sq| km (27,136 sq| miles)| Gaelic name: Eire" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,2 ], "Europe occupying most of Ireland: established as the Irish Free State (a British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,2 ], "Languages: English and Gaelic| Currency: Irish pound| Capital: Dublin| Pop|: 3,086,000" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,2 ], "Republic of Southern Ireland| a republic in NW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",1,1,2 ], "dominion) in 1921 and declared a republic in 1949; joined the Common Market in 1973|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ireland",2,1,1 ], "1879-1962, English composer, esp| of songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irene",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ireton",1,1,1 ], "(1647), whose death warrant he signed; lord deputy of Ireland (1650-51)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ireton",1,1,1 ], "1611-51, English Parliamentarian general in the Civil War; son-in-law of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ireton",1,1,1 ], "Oliver Cromwell| His plan for a constitutional monarchy was rejected by Charles I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ire|",1,1,1 ], "Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irian Barat",1,1,1 ], "the former Indonesian name for West Irian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irian Jaya",1,1,1 ], "the Indonesian name for West Irian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iris",1,1,1 ], "of the gods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iris",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of the rainbow along which she travelled to earth as a messenger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish Free State",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the (Republic of)Ireland (1922-37)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish Gaelic",1,1,1 ], "an official language of the Republic of Ireland since 1921" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irish Gaelic",1,1,1 ], "the Goidelic language of the Celts of Ireland, still spoken in the southwest;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish Republican Army",1,1,1 ], "a militant organization of Irish nationalists founded with the aim of striving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish Republican Army",1,1,1 ], "for a united independent Ireland by means of guerrilla warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irish Sea",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the North Atlantic Ocean between Great Britain and Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish bull",1,1,1 ], "a ludicrously illogical statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish coffee",1,1,1 ], "hot coffee mixed with whiskey and topped with double cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish elk",1,1,1 ], "an extinct Eurasian giant deer of the Pleistocene genus Megaloceros, which had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish elk",1,1,1 ], "antlers up to 4 metres across" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irish moss",1,1,1 ], "another name for carrageen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish potato",1,1,1 ], "another name for the potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish setter",1,1,1 ], "a breed of setter developed in Ireland, having a red coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish stew",1,1,1 ], "a white stew made of mutton, lamb, or beef, with potatoes, onions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish terrier",1,1,1 ], "a breed of terrier with a wiry brown coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish whiskey",1,1,1 ], "any of the whiskeys made in Ireland, usually from malt and subject to three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish whiskey",1,1,1 ], "distillations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irish wolfhound",1,1,1 ], "a large breed of hound with a rough thick coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish",1,1,1 ], "language, or their dialect of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Ireland, its people, their Celtic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish",1,2,1 ], "the| the natives or inhabitants of Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish",1,2,2 ], "another name for Irish Gaelic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irish",1,2,3 ], "the dialect of English spoken in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irishism",1,1,1 ], "an Irish custom or idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irishman" ,1, 1, 1],"a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Ireland or a descendant of one",1). c_DEF([ "Irklion",1,1,1 ], "Heraklion, Herakleion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Irklion",1,1,1 ], "Venetians (13th-17th centuries)| Pop|: 78,209 (1971)| Italian name: Candia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irklion",1,1,1 ], "a port in Greece, in N Crete: former capital of Crete (until 1841); ruled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irkutsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union: situated on the Trans-Siberian railway;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irkutsk",1,1,1 ], "engineering| Pop|: 508,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Irkutsk",1,1,1 ], "university (1918); one of the largest industrial centres in Siberia, esp| for heavy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Age",1,1,1,1 ], "spread of iron tools and weapons, which began in the Middle East about 1100 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Age",1,1,1,1 ], "the period following the Bronze Age characterized by the extremely rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Age",1,1,1,2 ], "(modifier) of or relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Chancellor",1,1,1 ], "nickname of (Prince Otto Eduard Leopold von)Bismarck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Cross",1,1,1 ], "the highest decoration for bravery awarded to the German armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Curtain",1,1,1,1 ], "Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Curtain",1,1,1,1 ], "the guarded border between the countries of the Soviet bloc and the rest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Curtain",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Curtain",1,1,2 ], "any barrier that separates communities or ideologies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Gate",1,1,1 ], "Length: 3 km (2 miles)| Rumanian name: Portile de Fier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Gate",1,1,1 ], "a gorge of the River Danube on the border between Rumania and Yugoslavia|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iron Guard",1,1,1 ], "a Rumanian fascist party that ceased to exist after World War II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ironside",1,1,1 ], "nickname of Edmund II of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iroquoian",1,1,1 ], "Seneca, Oneida, and Onondaga" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iroquoian",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages including Cherokee, Mohawk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iroquoian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Iroquois, their culture, or their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iroquois",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of a group of North American Indian peoples formerly living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iroquois",1,1,1 ], "between the Hudson River and the St| Lawrence and Lake Erie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iroquois",1,1,2 ], "any of the Iroquoian languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iroquois",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Iroquois, their language, or their culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irrawaddy",1,1,1 ], "mouths| Length: 2100 km (1300 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Irrawaddy",1,1,1 ], "south through the whole length of Burma, to enter the Andaman Sea by nine main" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irrawaddy",1,1,1 ], "the main river in Burma, rising in the north in two headstreams and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irredentist",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Italian association prominent in 1878 that sought to recover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irredentist",1,1,1 ], "for Italy certain neighbouring regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irredentist",1,1,2 ], "(Italia irredenta) with a predominantly Italian population that were under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irredentist",1,1,2 ], "foreign control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irtysh",1,1,1 ], "Length: 4444 km (2760 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Irtysh",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Asia, rising in China in the Altai Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irtysh",1,1,1 ], "west into the Soviet Union, then northwest into the Ob River as its chief tributary|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irvine",1,1,1 ], "1966| Pop|: 23,160 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irvine",1,1,1 ], "a town on the W coast of Scotland, in Strathclyde: designated a new town in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irving",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry| original name John Henry Brodribb| 1838-1905, English actor and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Irving",1,1,1 ], "manager of the Lyceum Theatre in London (1878-1902)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irving",1,1,2 ], "Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon (1820), which contains the stories Rip Van Winkle and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Irving",1,1,2 ], "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Irving",1,1,2 ], "Washington| 1783-1859, U|S| essayist and short-story writer, noted for The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ir|",1,1,1 ], "Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ir|",1,1,2 ], "Irish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Is",1,1,1 ], "875,526 (1975)| Area: 7904 sq| km (3083 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Is",1,1,1 ], "a department of SE France, in Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: Grenoble| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Is",1,1,2 ], "a river in SE France, rising in the Graian Alps and flowing west and southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Is",1,1,2 ], "to join the River Rhone near Valence| Length: 290 km (180 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isaac",1,1,1 ], "an Old Testament patriarch, the son of Abraham and Sarah and father of Jacob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isaac",1,1,1 ], "and Esau (Genesis 17; 21-27)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isabella I",1,1,1 ], "called the Catholic| 1451-1504, queen of Castile (1474-1504) and, with her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isabella I",1,1,1 ], "husband, Ferdinand V, joint ruler of Castile and Aragon (1479-1504)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isabella",1,1,1,1 ], "a greyish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isabella",1,1,1,2 ], "Isabelline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isaiah",1,1,1 ], "the first of the major Hebrew prophets, who lived in the 8th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isaiah",1,1,2 ], "the book of his and others' prophecies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isar",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Europe, rising in W Austria and flowing generally northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isar",1,1,1 ], "through S West Germany into the Danube| Length: over 260 km (160 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isauria",1,1,1 ], "Taurus Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isauria",1,1,1 ], "an ancient district of S central Asia Minor, chiefly on the N slopes of the W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ischia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 47 sq| km (18 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ischia",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, at the N end of the Bay of Naples|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iseult",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) an Irish princess wed to Mark, king of Cornwall, but in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iseult",1,1,1 ], "love with his knight Tristan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iseult",1,1,2 ], "(in another account) the daughter of the king of Brittany, married to Tristan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isfahan",1,1,1 ], "Persia in the 11th century and from 1598 to 1722| Pop|: 605,000 (1973 est|)| Ancient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isfahan",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Iran: the second largest city in the country; capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isfahan",1,1,1 ], "name: Aspadana" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Isherwood",1,1,1 ], "W|H| Auden" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Isherwood",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, U|S| novelist and dramatist, born in England| His works include the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isherwood",1,1,1 ], "novel Goodbye to Berlin (1939) and three verse plays written in collaboration with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmael",1,1,1 ], "the son of Abraham and Hagar, Sarah's handmaid: the ancestor of 12 Arabian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmael",1,1,1 ], "tribes (Genesis 21:8-21; 25:12-18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmael",1,1,2 ], "40:13-41:18)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmael",1,1,2 ], "a bandit chieftain, who defied the Babylonian conquerors of Judah and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmael",1,1,2 ], "assassinated the governor appointed by Nebuchadnezzar (II Kings 25:25; Jeremiah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmaelite",1,1,1 ], "a supposed descendant of Ishmael; a member of a desert people of Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmaelite",1,1,1 ], "times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ishmaelite",1,1,2 ], "an outcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ishtar",1,1,1 ], "fertility, and war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ishtar",1,1,1 ], "the principal goddess of the Babylonians and Assyrians; divinity of love," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isidore of Seville",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Isidorus Hispalensis| 560-636 a|d|, Spanish archbishop and scholar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isidore of Seville",1,1,1 ], "noted for his Etymologies, an encyclopedia| Feast day: April 4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isis",1,1,1 ], "the local name for the River Thames at Oxford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isis",2,1,1 ], "an ancient Egyptian fertility goddess, usually depicted as a woman with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isis",2,1,1 ], "cow's horns, between which was the disc of the sun; wife and sister of Osiris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iskander Bey",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name of Scanderbeg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iskenderun",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Turkey, on the Gulf of Iskenderun| Pop|: 107,437 (1975)| Former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iskenderun",1,1,1 ], "name: Alexandretta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Islam",1,1,1 ], "that there is only one God and that Mohammed is his prophet; Mohammedanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Islam",1,1,1 ], "the religion of Muslims, having the Koran as its sacred scripture and teaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Islam",1,1,1,1 ], "Muslims collectively and their civilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Islam",1,1,1,2 ], "the countries where the Muslim religion is predominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Islamabad",1,1,1 ], "1959; surrounded by the Capital Territory of Islamabad for 909 sq| km (351 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Islamabad",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Pop|: 77,318 (1972)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Islamabad",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Pakistan, in the north on the Potwar Plateau: site chosen in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Islamize",1,1,1 ], "to convert or subject to the influence of Islam Mohammedanize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Islands of the Blessed",1,1,1 ], "lands where the souls of heroes and good men were taken after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Islay",1,1,1 ], "Isles| Pop|: 3825 (1971)| Area: 606 sq| km (234 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Islay",1,1,1 ], "an island off the W coast of Scotland: the southernmost of the Inner Hebrides;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Islay",1,1,1 ], "separated from the island of Jura by the Sound of Islay;ancient seat of the Lord of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Isle Royale",1,1,1 ], "an island in the northeast U|S|, in NW Lake Superior: forms, with over 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isle Royale",1,1,1 ], "surrounding islands, Isle Royale National Park|Area: 541 sq| km (209 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Islington",1,1,1 ], "a borough of N Greater London| Pop|: 171,600 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isl|",1,1,1 ], "Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isl|",1,1,2 ], "Isle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ismail Pasha",1,1,1 ], "(1876) and to abdicate (1879)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ismail Pasha",1,1,1 ], "1830-95, viceroy (1863-66) and khedive (1867-79) of Egypt, who brought his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ismail Pasha",1,1,1 ], "country close to bankruptcy| He was forced to submit to Anglo-French financial control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ismaili",1,1,1 ], "the Shiah Sect, whose head is the Aga Khan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ismaili",1,1,2 ], "a member of this sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ismailia",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ismailia",1,1,1 ], "Canal Company; devastated by Israeli troops in the October War (1973)| Pop|: 189,700" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ismailia",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Egypt, on the Suez Canal: founded in 1863 by the former Suez" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isocrates",1,1,1 ], "436-338 b|c|, Athenian rhetorician and teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isolde",1,1,1 ], "the German name of Iseult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1 ], "20,700 sq| km (7993 sq| miles)| After the 1967 cease-fire Israel controlled an area of" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1 ], "89,359 sq| km (34,493 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1 ], "Arab neighbours, erupting into full-scale wars in 1949, 1956, 1967 (the Six Day" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1 ], "War), and 1973| Official language: Hebrew| Religion: Judaism| Currency: Israeli" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SW Asia, on the Mediterranean Sea: established in 1948, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1 ], "former British mandate of Palestine, as a Jewish state; sporadic border disputes with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1 ], "pound| Capital: Jerusalem| Pop|: 3,371,000 (1975 est|)| Area (after 1949 armistice):" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1,1 ], "the ancient kingdom of the 12 Hebrew tribes at the SE end of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1,2 ], "Israel in the 10th century b|c| and destroyed by the Assyrians in 721 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Israel",1,1,1,2 ], "the kingdom in the N part of this region formed by the ten northern tribes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israeli",1,1,1 ], "a citizen or inhabitant of the state of Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israeli",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the state of Israel or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israelite",1,1,1 ], "a member of the ethnic group claiming descent from Jacob; a Hebrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israelite",1,1,2 ], "a citizen of the kingdom of Israel (922 to 721 b|c|) as opposed to Judah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israelite",1,1,3 ], "a member of any of various Christian sects who regard themselves as God's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Israelite",1,1,3 ], "chosen people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Israelite",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for a Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Issachar",1,1,1 ], "the fifth son of Jacob by his wife Leah (Genesis 30:17-18)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Issachar",1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from this patriarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Issachar",1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Issus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in S Asia Minor, in Cilicia north of present-day Iskenderun:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Issus",1,1,1 ], "scene of a battle (333 b|c|) in which Alexander the Great defeated the Persians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Issyk-Kul",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the SW Soviet Union, in the NE Kirghiz SSR in the Tien Shan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Issyk-Kul",1,1,1 ], "mountains, at an altitude of 1609 m (5280 ft|): one of the largest mountain lakes in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Issyk-Kul",1,1,1 ], "world| Area: 6200 sq| km (2390 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Istanbul",1,1,1 ], "Byzantium|Former name (330-1930): Constantinople" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Istanbul",1,1,1 ], "Turks in 1453 and remained capital of the Ottoman Empire until 1922; industrial" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Istanbul",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Turkey, on the western (European) shore of the Bosporus: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Istanbul",1,1,1 ], "centre for shipbuilding, textiles, etc| Pop|: 2,547,364 (1975)| Ancient name:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Istanbul",1,1,1 ], "largest city in Turkey; founded in about 660 b|c| by Greeks; refounded by Constantine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Istanbul",1,1,1 ], "the Great in 330 a|d| as the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire; taken by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Isthmian Games",1,1,1 ], "a Panhellenic festival celebrated every other year in ancient Corinth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isthmian",1,1,1 ], "relating to or situated in the Isthmus of Corinth or the Isthmus of Panama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Isth|",1,1,1 ], "isthmus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Istria",1,1,1 ], "Trieste) in 1947" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Istria",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in the N Adriatic Sea: passed from Italy to Yugoslavia (except for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 1, 1],"Isaiah",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 1, 2],"Island(s)or",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 1, 3],"sle(",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 10, 2],"discharge from a wound",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 10],"a suppurating sore",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 11],"pleadings",2). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 11],"the matter remaining in dispute between the parties to an action after the",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 12],"the yield from or profits arising out of land or other property",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 13, 1],"the system for recording current loans",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 13, 2],"the number of books loaned in a specified period",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 13],"ammunition",2). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 13],"the allocation of items of government stores, such as food, clothing, and",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 14],"an act, deed, or proceeding",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 15, 1],"under discussion",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 15, 2],"in disagreement",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 15],"at issue",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 16],"force the issue| to compel decision on some matter",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 17, 1],"to join in controversy",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 17, 2],"to submit an issue for adjudication",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 17],"join issue",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 18],"take issue| to disagree",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 1],"the act of sending or giving out something; supply; delivery",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 2],"something issued; an edition of stamps, a magazine, etc",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 3],"the act of emerging; outflow; discharge",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 4],"something flowing out, such as a river",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 5],"a place of outflow; outlet",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 6],"the descendants of a person; offspring; progeny",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 7],"a topic of interest or discussion",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 8],"an important subject requiring a decision",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 3, 9],"an outcome or consequence; result",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 1],"to come forth or emerge or cause to come forth or emerge",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 2],"to publish or deliver (a newspaper, magazine, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 3],"to make known or announce",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 4],"to originate or proceed",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 5],"to be a consequence; result",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 7],"foll| by in) to end or terminate",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 8, 1],"someone",2). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 8, 1],"to give out or allocate (equipment, a certificate, etc|) officially to",1). c_DEF([ "Is|" ,1, 4, 8, 2],"(foll| by with) to supply officially (with)",1). c_DEF([ "Italia",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian East Africa",1,1,1 ], "Eritrea, Italian Somaliland, and Ethiopia: taken by British forces in 1941" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italian East Africa",1,1,1 ], "a former Italian territory in E Africa, formed in 1936 from the possessions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian Somaliland",1,1,1 ], "a former Italian colony in E Africa, united with British Somaliland in 1960 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian Somaliland",1,1,1 ], "form the independent republic of Somalia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italian sixth",1,1,1 ], "(in musical harmony) an augmented sixth chord characterized by having a major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian sixth",1,1,1 ], "third and an augmented sixth above the root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italian sonnet",1,1,1 ], "another term for Petrarchan sonnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian vermouth",1,1,1 ], "sweet vermouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian",1,1,1 ], "Romance group of the Indo-European family, and there is a considerable diversity of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Italian",1,1,1 ], "Switzerland: the native language of approximately 60 million people| It belongs to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italian",1,1,1 ], "dialects" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Italian",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Italy and one of the official languages of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian",1,1,2 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Italy, or a descendant of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italian",1,2,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italian",1,2,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of Italy, its inhabitants, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italianate",1,1,1 ], "Italian in style or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italianism",1,1,1 ], "an Italian custom or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italianism",1,1,2 ], "Italian quality or life, or the cult of either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italianize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become Italian or like an Italian person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italic",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Indo-European family of languages that includes many of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italic",1,1,1 ], "ancient languages of Italy, such as Venetic and the Osco-Umbrian group, Latin, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italic",1,1,1 ], "displaced them, and the Romance languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Italic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italic",1,2,1 ], "extinct ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating Italy or Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Rome| Pop|: 55,361,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 301,247 sq| km (116,312 sq| miles)|" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "Italian name: Italia" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "Mussolini (1922-43); became a republic in 1946; a member of the Common Market| It is" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "Tyrrhenian and the Adriatic Seas, with the islands of Sardinia and Sicily to the west:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "a republic in S Europe, occupying a peninsula in the Mediterranean between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "first united under the Romans but became fragmented into numerous political units in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "generally mountainous, with the Alps in the north and the Apennines running the length of" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "the Middle Ages; united kingdom proclaimed in 1861; under the dictatorship of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Italy",1,1,1 ], "the peninsula| Language: Italian| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: lira|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Ital|",1,1,1 ], "Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ital|",1,1,2 ], "Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ithaca",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the Ionian Sea, the smallest of the Ionian Islands: regarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ithaca",1,1,1 ], "as the home of Homer's Odysseus| Area: 93 sq| km (36 sq| miles)| Modern Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ithaca",1,1,1 ], "name: Ithaki (i!#Ggaki)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ithunn",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Idun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Itnez",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for the Guapore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ito",1,1,1 ], "1898; 1900-01)| He led the movement to modernize Japan and helped to draft the Meiji" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ito",1,1,1 ], "Marquis Hirobumi | 1841-1909, Japanese statesman; premier (1884-88; 1892-96;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ito",1,1,1 ], "constitution (1889); assassinated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "It|",1,1,1 ], "Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "It|",1,1,2 ], "Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iulus",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ascanius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iulus",1,1,2 ], "the son of Ascanius, founder of the Julian gens or clan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ivan III",1,1,1 ], "Muscovy by conquest, defeated the Tatars (1480), and assumed the title of Ruler of all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ivan III",1,1,1 ], "Russia (1472)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ivan III",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 1440-1505, grand duke of Muscovy (1462-1505)| He expanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ivan IV",1,1,1 ], "(1581), but was defeated by Poland in the Livonian War (1558-82) after which his rule" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ivan IV",1,1,1 ], "became increasingly oppressive" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ivan IV",1,1,1 ], "called the Terrible| 1530-84, grand duke of Muscovy (1533-47) and first tsar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ivan IV",1,1,1 ], "of Russia (1547-84)| He conquered Kazan (1552), Astrakhan (1556), and Siberia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ivanovo",1,1,1 ], "453,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (1871-1932): Ivanovo-Voznesensk (v@n$I!sj$ensk)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ivanovo",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, on the Uvod River: textile centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ives",1,1,1 ], "(1915), five symphonies, chamber music, and songs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ives",1,1,1 ], "Charles Edward| 1874-1954, U|S| composer, noted for his innovative use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ives",1,1,1 ], "polytonality, polyrhythms, and quarter tones| His works include Second Piano Sonata: Concord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ives",1,1,2 ], "Frederick Eugene| 1856-1937, U|S| inventor of halftone photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iviza",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ibiza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ivory Coast",1,1,1 ], "Currency: franc| Capital: Abidjan| Pop|: 6,673,013 (1975)| Area: 319,820 sq| km (123,483" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ivory Coast",1,1,1 ], "French| Religion: animist majority, with Muslim and Roman Catholic minorities|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ivory Coast",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea: Portuguese trading for ivory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ivory Coast",1,1,1 ], "and slaves began in the 16th century; made a French protectorate in 1842 and became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ivory Coast",1,1,1 ], "independent in 1960; third largest producer of coffee in the world| Official language:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ivory Coast",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Iwo Jima",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Pacific, about 1100 km (700 miles) south of Japan: one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iwo Jima",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Iwo Jima",1,1,1 ], "the Volcano Islands; scene of prolonged fighting between U|S| and Japanese forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iwo Jima",1,1,1 ], "until taken by the U|S| in 1945; returned to Japan in 1968| Area: 20 sq| km (8 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Iwo",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Nigeria| Pop|: 214,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ixion",1,1,1 ], "a Thessalian king punished by Zeus for his love of Hera by being bound to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ixion",1,1,1 ], "perpetually revolving wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ixtaccihuatl",1,1,1 ], "(central peak) 5286 m (17,342 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ixtaccihuatl",1,1,1 ], "a dormant volcano in central Mexico, southeast of Mexico City| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iyar",1,1,1 ], "falling approximately in April and May" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iyar",1,1,1 ], "the eighth month of the civil year and the second of the ecclesiastical year," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iyeyasu",1,1,1 ], "(1603-1867)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Iyeyasu",1,1,1 ], "1542-1616, Japanese general and statesman founder of the Tokugawa shogunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Izhevsk",1,1,1 ], "506,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Izhevsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the E Soviet Union, capital of the Udmurt ASSR| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Izmir",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Turkey, on the Gulf of Izmir: the third largest city in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Izmir",1,1,1 ], "country; university (1955)| Pop|: 636,834 (1975)| Former name: Smyrna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Izmit",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Turkey, on the Gulf of Izmit|Pop|: 165,483 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iznik",1,1,1 ], "the modern Turkish name of Nicaea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Iztaccihuatl",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ixtaccihuatl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I| Mech| E|",1,1,1 ], "Institution of Mechanical Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I| Min| E|",1,1,1 ], "Institution of Mining Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|A|F|",1,1,1 ], "Indian Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|B|A|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Independent Broadcasting Authority",1). c_DEF([ "I|B|R|D|",1,1,1 ], "International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (the World Bank)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|Chem|E|",1,1,1 ], "Institution of Chemical Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|C|",1,1,1 ], "Imum Coeli: the lowest point on the ecliptic below the horizon, lying directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|C|",1,1,1 ], "opposite the Midheaven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "I|C|A|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Institute of Contemporary Arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|C|A|",1,1,2 ], "International Cooperation Administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|C|A|O|",1,1,1 ], "International Civil Aviation Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|C|E|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Institution of Civil Engineers",1). c_DEF([ "I|C|S|",1,1,1 ], "Indian Civil Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|D|",1,1,1 ], "inside diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|D|",1,1,2 ], "Intelligence Department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|D|A|",1,1,1 ], "International Development Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|D|N|",1,1,1 ], "in Dei nomine| Also: I|N|D" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|E|E|",1,1,1 ], "Institution of Electrical Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|F|S|",1,1,1 ], "Irish Free State (now called Republic of Ireland)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|G|M|",1,1,1 ], "International Grandmaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|G|Y|",1,1,1 ], "International Geophysical Year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|L|O|",1,1,1 ], "International Labour Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|Mar|E|",1,1,1 ], "Institute of Marine Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|Mun|E|",1,1,1 ], "Institution of Municipal Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|M|",1,1,1 ], "intramuscular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|M|",1,1,2 ], "International Master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|M|S|",1,1,1 ], "Indian Medical Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|N|D|",1,1,1 ], "in nomine Dei| Also I|D|N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|O|M|",1,1,1 ], "Isle of Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|O|O|F|",1,1,1 ], "Independent Order of Oddfellows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|O|W|",1,1,1 ], "Isle of Wight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|Q|",1,1,1 ], "intelligence quotient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|R|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Inland Revenue",1). c_DEF([ "I|R|A|",1,1,1 ], "Irish Republican Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|R|O|",1,1,1 ], "(in Brit|) Inland Revenue Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|R|O|",1,1,2 ], "International Refugee Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|S|B|N|",1,1,1 ], "International Standard Book Number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|S|O|",1,1,1 ], "Imperial Service Order (a Brit| decoration)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|T|A|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Independent Television Authority: now superseded by the I|B|A",1). c_DEF([ "I|T|O|",1,1,1 ], "International Trade Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|T|U|",1,1,1 ], "International Telecommunications Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|U|",1,1,1 ], "immunizing unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|U|",1,1,2 ], "international unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|U|(C|)" ,1, 1, 1],"intra-uterine (contraceptive) device",1). c_DEF([ "I|V|",1,1,1 ], "intravenous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "I|W|W|",1,1,1 ], "Industrial Workers of the World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J",1,1,1 ], "jack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J",1,1,2 ], "joule(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J",1,1,3 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J",1,1,4 ], "Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "JA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Jamaica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "JET",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Joint European Torus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "JHVH",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of YHVH" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "JJ|",1,1,1 ], "Judges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "JJ|",1,1,2 ], "Justices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "JUGFET",1,1,1 ], "acronym for junction-gate field-effect transistor; a type of field-effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "JUGFET",1,1,1 ], "junctions with the conduction channel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "JUGFET",1,1,1 ], "transistor in which the semiconductor gate region or regions form one or more p-n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jabalpur",1,1,1 ], "a city in central India, in central Madhya Pradesh| Pop|: 426,224 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jabir ibn Hayyan",1,1,1 ], "721-815| Arab alchemist, whose many works enjoyed enormous esteem among later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jabir ibn Hayyan",1,1,1 ], "alchemists, such as Geber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jack Frost",1,1,1 ], "a personification of frost or winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jack Ketch",1,1,1 ], "a hangman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jack Tar",1,1,1 ], "a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jack the Ripper",1,1,1 ], "East End between August and November 1888" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jack the Ripper",1,1,1 ], "an unidentified murderer who killed at least seven prostitutes in London's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jack-go-to-bed-at-noon",1,1,1 ], "another name for goatsbeard ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jack-the-rags",1,1,1 ], "a rag-and-bone man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",1,1,1 ], "a city in and state capital of Mississippi, on the Pearl River| Pop|: 163,924" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,1 ], "Andrew| 1767-1845, U|S| statesman, general, and lawyer; seventh president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,1 ], "Orleans from the British (1815)| During his administration the spoils system was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,1 ], "introduced and the national debt was fully paid off" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,1 ], "the U|S| (1828-36)| He became a national hero after successfully defending New" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,2 ], "(1976)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,2 ], "Glenda| born 1936, English stage and film actress| Her films include Women in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,2 ], "Love (1969), The Music Lovers (1970), A Triple Echo (1972), and The Incredible Sarah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,3 ], "Bull Run (1861)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,3 ], "Thomas Jonathan, known as Stonewall Jackson| 1824-63, Confederate general in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jackson",2,1,3 ], "the American Civil War, noted particularly for his command at the first Battle of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacksonville",1,1,1 ], "548,007 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacksonville",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Florida: the leading commercial centre of the southeast| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob",1,1,1 ], "Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob",1,1,1 ], "the son of Isaac, twin brother of Esau, and father of the twelve patriarchs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob's ladder",1,1,1 ], "the ladder reaching up to heaven that Jacob saw in a dream (Genesis 28:12-17)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob's ladder",1,1,2 ], "a ladder made of wooden or metal steps supported by ropes or chains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob's ladder",1,1,3 ], "a North American polemoniaceous plant, Polemonium caeruleum, with blue flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob's ladder",1,1,3 ], "and a ladder-like arrangement of leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob's ladder",1,1,4 ], "any of several similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacob's staff",1,1,1 ], "a medieval instrument for measuring heights and distances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or relating to James I of England or to the period of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,1,1 ], "rule (1603-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,1,2 ], "by the use of dark brown carved oak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the style of furniture current at this time, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,1,3 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of architecture used in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,1,3 ], "during this period, characterized by a combination of late Gothic and Palladian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,1,3 ], "motifs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobean",1,2,1 ], "any writer or other person who lived in the reign of James I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobi",1,1,1 ], "1804-51, German mathematician|Independently of N| H| Abel, he discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobi",1,1,1 ], "determinants and differential equations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobi",1,1,1 ], "elliptic functions (1829)|He also made important contributions to the study of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobian",1,1,1 ], "a function from n equations in n variables whose value at any point is the n x" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobian",1,1,1 ], "n determinant of the partial derivatives of those equations evaluated at that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobian",1,1,1 ], "point" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobin",1,1,1 ], "a member of the most radical club founded during the French Revolution, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobin",1,1,1 ], "overthrew the Girondists in 1793 and, led by Robespierre, instituted the Reign of Terror" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobin",1,1,2 ], "a leftist or extreme political radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobin",1,1,3 ], "a French Dominican friar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobin",1,1,4 ], "a variety of fancy pigeon with a hood of feathers swept up over and around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobin",1,1,4 ], "head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobin",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to the Jacobins or their policies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobite Rebellion",1,1,1 ], "British history| the last Jacobite rising (1745-46) led by Charles Edward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobite Rebellion",1,1,1 ], "Stuart, the Young Pretender, which after initial successes was crushed at Culloden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobite",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of James II after his overthrow in 1688, or of his descendants in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobite",1,1,1 ], "their attempts to regain the throne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobite",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of the Monophysite Church of Syria, which became a schismatic church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobite",1,1,1,1 ], "in 451 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobite",1,1,1,2 ], "Rare| a Monophysite Christian of the Coptic Church of Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobsen",1,1,1 ], "1902-71, Danish architect and designer|His buildings include the Town Hall at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacobsen",1,1,1 ], "Rodovre (1955)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacquard",1,1,1 ], "a fabric in which the design is incorporated into the weave instead of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacquard",1,1,1 ], "printed or dyed on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jacquard",1,1,2 ], "the loom that produces this fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jacquerie",1,1,1 ], "the revolt of the N French peasants against the nobility in 1358" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jadotville",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Likasi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jael",1,1,1 ], "the woman who killed Sisera when he took refuge in her tent (Judges 4:17-21)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaen",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Spain| Pop|: 78,156 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaffa",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Israel, on the Mediterranean: incorporated into Tel Aviv in 1950;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaffa",1,1,1 ], "an old Canaanite city| Biblical name: Joppa|Arabic name: Yafo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jaffa",1,1,2 ], "a large variety of orange, having a thick skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaffna",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 112,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jaffna",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Sri Lanka: for many centuries the capital of a Tamil kingdom|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jagannath",1,1,1 ], "other names for Juggernaut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jagger",1,1,1 ], "Stones, noted for the vigour and overt sexuality of his performances on stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jagger",1,1,1 ], "born 1943, English rock singer and songwriter: lead vocalist with the Rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jahveh",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Yahweh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jahvist",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Yahwist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jai Hind",1,1,1 ], "victory to India: a political slogan and a form of greeting in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jain",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of Jainism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jain",1,1,2 ], "one of the saints believed to be the founders of Jainism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jain",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Jainism or the Jains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jainism",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Hindu sect, which has its own scriptures and believes that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jainism",1,1,1 ], "material world is eternal, progressing endlessly in a series of vast cycles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jaipur",1,1,1 ], "Rajasthan (1947)| Pop|: 615,258 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jaipur",1,1,1 ], "a city of great beauty in N India, capital of Rajasthan state: University of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jakarta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Djakarta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jalapa",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Mexico, capital of Veracruz State, at an altitude of 1427" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jalapa",1,1,1 ], "m (4681 ft|): resort| Pop|: 171,937 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jalisco",1,1,1 ], "(30,941 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jalisco",1,1,1 ], "a state of W Mexico, on the Pacific: crossed by the Sierra Madre; valuable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jalisco",1,1,1 ], "mineral resources| Capital: Guadalajara| Pop|: 3,296,587 (1970)| Area: 80,137 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica rum",1,1,1 ], "a highly flavoured rum produced in Jamaica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica",1,1,1 ], "(4244 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica",1,1,1 ], "Jamaican dollar| Capital: Kingston| Pop|: 2,029,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 10,992 sq| km" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica",1,1,1 ], "Spanish from 1494 onwards, large numbers of Negro slaves being imported; captured by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica",1,1,1 ], "an island and state of the West Indies in the Caribbean Sea: colonized by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica",1,1,1 ], "in 1962; a member of the Commonwealth| Exports: chiefly bauxite and alumina," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica",1,1,1 ], "sugar, and bananas| Language: English| Religion: Protestant majority| Currency:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Jamaica",1,1,1 ], "the British in 1655 and established as a colony in 1866; gained full independence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jambi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Djambi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James Bay",1,1,1 ], "the S arm of Hudson Bay, in central Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James I",1,1,1 ], "1566-1625, king of England and Ireland (1603-25) and, as James VI, king of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James I",1,1,1 ], "Scotland (1567-1625), in succession to Elizabeth I of England and his mother, Mary Queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "James I",1,1,1 ], "Spain" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "James I",1,1,1 ], "of Scots, respectively| He alienated Parliament by his assertion of the divine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "James I",1,1,1 ], "right of kings, his favourites, esp| the Duke of Buckingham, and his subservience to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "James II",1,1,1 ], "1633-1701, king of England, Ireland, and, as James VII, of Scotland (1685-88);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James II",1,1,1 ], "and Tories to unite in inviting William of Orange to take the throne| James was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "James II",1,1,1 ], "defeated at the Boyne (1690) when he attempted to regain the throne" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "James II",1,1,1 ], "son of Charles I| His pro-Catholic sympathies and arbitrary rule caused the Whigs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "James VI",1,1,1 ], "title as king of Scotland of James I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James VII",1,1,1 ], "title as king of Scotland of James II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,1 ], "(1881), The Spoils of Poynton (1897), The Wings of the Dove (1902), The Ambassadors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,1 ], "(1903), and The Golden Bowl (1904)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,1 ], "Henry| 1843-1916, British novelist, short-story writer, and critic, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| Among his novels are Washington Square (1880), The Portrait of a Lady" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,2 ], "Jesse 1847-82, U|S| outlaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,3 ], "William, brother of Henry James| 1842-1910, U|S| philosopher and psychologist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,3 ], "and The Varieties of Religious Experience (1902)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,3 ], "other works include The Will to Believe (1897), The Principles of Psychology (1890)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,3 ], "whose theory of pragmatism is expounded in Essays in Radical Empiricism (1912)| His" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,3,1 ], "James the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,4 ], "(Matthew 4:21)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,4 ], "one of the twelve apostles, a son of Zebedee and brother to John the apostle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,4,2 ], "Galatians 1:19)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,4,2 ], "James the brother of the Lord| a brother or close relative of Jesus (Mark 6:3;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "James",1,1,4,3 ], "the book ascribed to his authorship (in full The Epistle of James)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jamesian",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of Henry James or his brother, William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jameson",1,1,1 ], "Boer regime (the Jameson Raid);prime minister of Cape Colony (1904-08)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jameson",1,1,1 ], "Sir Leander Starr| 1853-1917, British administrator in South Africa, who led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jameson",1,1,1 ], "an expedition into the Transvaal in 1895 in an unsuccessful attempt to topple its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jamestown",1,1,1 ], "River): the first permanent settlement by the English in America (1607); capital of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jamestown",1,1,1 ], "Virginia (1607-98); abandoned in 1699" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jamestown",1,1,1 ], "a ruined village in E Virginia, on Jamestown Island (a peninsula in the James" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jammu and Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the part of Kashmir under Indian control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jammu",1,1,1 ], "155,338 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jammu",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, winter capital of the state of Jammu and Kashmir| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jamnagar",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, in E Gujerat| Pop|: 199,709 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jamshedpur",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, in SE Bihar: large iron and steel works (1907-11); a major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jamshedpur",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre| Pop|: 356,783 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jamshid",1,1,1 ], "a ruler of the peris who was punished for bragging that he was immortal by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jamshid",1,1,1 ], "being changed into human form| He then became a great king of Persia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jam|",1,1,1 ], "Jamaica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jam|",1,1,2 ], "James" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jan Mayen",1,1,1 ], "Area: 373 sq| km (144 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jan Mayen",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Arctic Ocean, between Greenland and N Norway: volcanic, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jan Mayen",1,1,1 ], "large glaciers; former site of Dutch whaling stations; annexed to Norway in 1929|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jana Sangh",1,1,1 ], "a political party in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janacek" ,1, 1, 1],"1Leo*vs | 1854-1928, Czech composer|His music is influenced by Czech folksong",1). c_DEF([ "Janacek" ,1, 1, 1],"Glagolitic Mass (1927), as well as orchestral and chamber music and songs",4). c_DEF([ "Janacek" ,1, 1, 1],"and speech rhythms and is remarkable for its integration of melody and language|His",2). c_DEF([ "Janacek" ,1, 1, 1],"works include the operas Jenufa (1904) and The Cunning Little Vixen (1924), the",3). c_DEF([ "Janata",1,1,1 ], "(in India) the general public; the people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janata",1,1,2 ], "a political party in India: founded in 1976 and came to power in 1977" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janet",1,1,1 ], "1859-1947, French psychologist and neurologist, noted particularly for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janet",1,1,1 ], "work on the origins of hysteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Janiculum",1,1,1 ], "a hill in Rome across the River Tiber from the Seven Hills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janina",1,1,1 ], "the Serbian name for Ioannina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jansen",1,1,1 ], "Augustinus (1640) he defended the teachings of St| Augustine, esp| on free will, grace," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jansen",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Cornelius Jansenius| 1585-1638, Dutch Roman Catholic theologian| In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jansen",1,1,1 ], "and predestination" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jansenism",1,1,1 ], "destined to perdition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jansenism",1,1,1 ], "salvation was limited to those subject to a supernatural determinism, the rest being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jansenism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine of Cornelis Jansen and his disciples, who maintained that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jansenism",1,1,2 ], "the religious movement arising from these doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "January",1,1,1 ], "the first month of the year, consisting of 31 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janus",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of doorways, passages, and bridges| In art he is depicted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janus",1,1,1 ], "two heads facing opposite ways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Janus",2,1,1 ], "one of the smallest of the ten satellites of Saturn, discovered in 1966" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Janus-faced",1,1,1 ], "two-faced; hypocritical; deceitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jan|",1,1,1 ], "January" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jap",1,2,1 ], "short for Japanese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japan Current",1,1,1 ], "a warm ocean current flowing northeastwards off the E coast of Japan towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japan Current",1,1,1 ], "the North Pacific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japan wax",1,1,1 ], "a yellow wax obtained from the berries of plants of the genus Rhus|It is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japan wax",1,1,1 ], "in making matches, soaps, candles, and polishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "114,150,000 (1977 est|)| Area: 369,660 sq| km (142,726 sq| miles)| Japanese names: Nippon," ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu and over 3000 smaller islands: feudalism abolished" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "Japanese| Religion: Buddhist and Shintoist| Currency: yen| Capital: Tokyo| Pop|:" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "Nihon" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "World Wars I and II, when most of SE Asia came under Japanese control; dogma of the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago and empire in E Asia, extending for 3200 km (2000 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "between the Sea of Japan and the Pacific and consisting of the main islands of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "emperor's divinity abolished in 1946 under a new democratic constitution; rapid economic" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "growth has made Japan the most industrialized nation in the Far East| Language:" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Japan",1,1,1 ], "in 1871, followed by industrialization and expansion of territories, esp| during" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese andromeda",1,1,1 ], "an ericaceous Japanese shrub, Pieris japonica, with drooping clusters of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese andromeda",1,1,1 ], "bell-shaped white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese beetle",1,1,1 ], "a scarabaeid beetle, Popillia japonica, that eats the leaves and fruits of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese beetle",1,1,1 ], "various plants: accidentally introduced into the U|S| from Japan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese cedar",1,1,1 ], "another name for cryptomeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese ivy",1,1,1 ], "another name for Virginia creeper ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese lantern",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chinese lantern ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese persimmon",1,1,1 ], "an Asian persimmon tree, Diospyros kaki, with red or orange edible fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese river fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for scrub typhus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese slippers",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a type of casual sandal flip-flop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese stranglehold",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which an opponent's wrists are pulled to cross his arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese stranglehold",1,1,1 ], "in front of his own neck and exert pressure on his windpipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japanese" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or characteristic of Japan, its people, or their language",1). c_DEF([ "Japanese" ,1, 2, 1],"a native or inhabitant of Japan or a descendant of one",1). c_DEF([ "Japanese" ,1, 2, 2],"million people|No relationship with any other language has been established",2). c_DEF([ "Japanese" ,1, 2, 2],"the official language of Japan: the native language of approximately 100",1). c_DEF([ "Japheth",1,1,1 ], "non-Semitic nations (Genesis 10:1-5)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japheth",1,1,1 ], "the second son of Noah, traditionally regarded as the ancestor of a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japhetic",1,1,1 ], "between Basque, Etruscan, and Georgian among others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Japhetic",1,1,1 ], "denoting a discredited grouping of languages that postulated a relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japur",1,1,1 ], "Colombia| Length: about 2800 km (1750 miles)| Spanish name: Yapura" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Japur",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW South America, rising in SW Colombia and flowing southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Japur",1,1,1 ], "across Colombia and Brazil to join the Amazon near Tefe: known as the Caqueta in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jap|",1,1,1 ], "Japan(ese)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaques-Dalcroze",1,1,1 ], "1865-1950, Swiss composer and teacher: invented eurythmics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jarrow",1,1,1 ], "Bede lived and died; its unemployed marched on London in the 1930s; shipyards, iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jarrow",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, in Tyne and Wear: ruined monastery where the Venerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jarrow",1,1,1 ], "and steel works| Pop|: 28,779 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jarry" ,1, 1, 1],"1873-1907, French dramatist and poet, who initiated the theatre of the absurd",1). c_DEF([ "Jarry" ,1, 1, 1],"with his play",2). c_DEF([ "Jason",1,1,1 ], "husband of Medea, whom he later abandoned for Glauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jason",1,1,1 ], "the hero who led the Argonauts in quest of the Golden Fleece| He became the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jasper National Park",1,1,1 ], "Area: 10,900 sq| km (4200 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jasper National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in SW Canada, in W Alberta in the Rockies: wildlife sanctuary|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaspers",1,1,1 ], "1883-1969, German existentialist philosopher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jassy",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Iasi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jas|",1,1,1 ], "James" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jat",1,1,1 ], "Rajputana, and Uttar Pradesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jat",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Indo-European people widely dispersed throughout the Punjab," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaur" ,1, 1, 1],"1859-1914, French politician and writer, who founded the socialist paper",1). c_DEF([ "Jaur" ,1, 1, 2],"and united the French socialist movement into a single party (1905);",1). c_DEF([ "Jaur" ,1, 1, 2],"assassinated",2). c_DEF([ "Java man",1,1,1 ], "a type of primitive man, Homo erectus (formerly called Pithecanthropus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Java man",1,1,1 ], "erectus), that lived in the middle Palaeolithic Age in Java" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Java sparrow",1,1,1 ], "a small grey-and-pink finchlike Indonesian weaverbird, Padda oryzivora: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Java sparrow",1,1,1 ], "popular cage bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Java",1,1,1 ], "132,174 sq| km (51,032 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Java",1,1,1 ], "Java Sea: politically the most important island of Indonesia; it consists chiefly of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Java",1,1,1 ], "active volcanic mountains and is densely forested| It came under Dutch control in 1596" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Java",1,1,1 ], "an island of Indonesia, south of Borneo, from which it is separated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Java",1,1,1 ], "and became part of Indonesia in 1949| It is one of the most densely populated areas" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Java",1,1,1 ], "in the world| Capital: Djakarta| Pop| (with Madura): 76,102,486 (1971)| Area:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Javari",1,1,1 ], "Yavari" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Javari",1,1,1 ], "a river in South America, flowing northeast as part of the border between Peru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Javari",1,1,1 ], "and Brazil to join the Amazon| Length: about 1050 km (650 miles)| Spanish name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Javel water",1,1,1 ], "an aqueous solution containing sodium hypochlorite and some sodium chloride," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Javel water",1,1,1 ], "used as a bleach and disinfectant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Javel water",1,1,2 ], "a similar solution made from potassium carbonate and chlorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jav|",1,1,1 ], "Javanese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jawan",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jawan",1,1,2 ], "a young man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jawara",1,1,1 ], "Sir Dauda | born 1924, president of Gambia since 1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaxartes",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Syr Darya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jay",1,1,1 ], "1745-1829, American statesman, jurist, and diplomat; first chief justice of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jay",1,1,1 ], "the Supreme Court (1789-95)| He negotiated the treaty with Great Britain (Jay's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jay",1,1,1 ], "treaty, 1794), that settled outstanding disputes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jayawardena",1,1,1 ], "(since 1978) of Sri Lanka" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jayawardena",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, Sri Lanka statesman; prime minister (1977-78) and first president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jaycee",1,1,1 ], "a young person who belongs to a junior chamber of commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ja|",1,1,1 ], "January" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jean Paul",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Johann Paul Friedrich Richter| 1763-1825, German novelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jean de Meung",1,1,1 ], "Lorris' Roman de la Rose|His portion of the poem consists of some 18,000 lines and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jean de Meung",1,1,1 ], "contains satirical attacks on women and the Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jean de Meung",1,1,1 ], "real name Jean Clopinel| 1250-1305, French poet, who continued Guillaume de" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jean",1,1,1 ], "born 1921, grand duke of Luxembourg since 1964" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeanne d'Arc",1,1,1 ], "the French name of Joan of Arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeans",1,1,1 ], "Sir James Hopwood| 1877-1946, English astronomer, physicist, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeans",1,1,1 ], "mathematician, best known for his popular books on astronomy| He made important contributions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jeans",1,1,1 ], "to the kinetic theory of gases and the theory of stellar evolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jebel Musa",1,1,1 ], "Hercules| Height: 850 m (2790 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jebel Musa",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NW Morocco, near the Strait of Gibraltar: one of the Pillars of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jedda",1,1,1 ], "another name for Jidda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeeps",1,1,1 ], "born 1931, English Rugby Union footballer: halfback for England (1956-62) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeeps",1,1,1 ], "the British Lions (1959-62)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jefferson City",1,1,1 ], "32,407 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jefferson City",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Missouri, the state capital, on the Missouri River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jefferson",1,1,1 ], "(1801-09)| He was the chief drafter of the Declaration of Independence (1776), the chief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jefferson",1,1,1 ], "1743-1826, U|S| statesman: secretary of state (1790-93); third president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jefferson",1,1,1 ], "opponent of the centralizing policies of the Federalists under Hamilton, and effected" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jefferson",1,1,1 ], "the Louisiana Purchase (1803)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jeffrey",1,1,1 ], "Edinburgh Review (1803-29), he was noted for the severity of his criticism of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jeffrey",1,1,1 ], "Lord Jeffrey| 1773-1850, Scottish judge and literary critic| As editor of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeffrey",1,1,1 ], "romantic poets, esp| Wordsworth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jeffreys",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Jeffreys of Wem|1645-89, English judge, notorious for his brutality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeffreys",1,1,1 ], "at the Bloody Assizes(1685), where those involved in Monmouth's rebellion were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jeffreys",1,1,1 ], "tried" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jehol",1,1,1 ], "a region and former province of NE China, north of the Great Wall: divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehol",1,1,1 ], "among Hopeh, Liaoning, and Inner Mongolia in 1956| Area: 192,380 sq| km (74,278 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jehol",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jehoshaphat",1,1,1 ], "the king of Judah (??873-??849 b|c|)(I Kings 22:41-50)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehoshaphat",1,1,2 ], "Valley of Jehoshaphat| the site of Jehovah's apocalyptic judgment upon the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehoshaphat",1,1,2 ], "nations (Joel 4:14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovah",1,1,1 ], "the personal name of God, revealed to Moses on Mount Horeb (Exodus 3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovah's Witness",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Christian sect of American origin, the followers of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovah's Witness",1,1,1 ], "believe that the end of the world is near, that all other Churches and religions are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovah's Witness",1,1,1 ], "false or evil, that all war is unlawful, and that the civil law must be resisted" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovah's Witness",1,1,1 ], "whenever it conflicts with the sect's own religious principles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovist",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Yahwist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovist",1,1,2 ], "Testament was originally pronounced Jehovah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovist",1,1,2 ], "a person who maintains that the name YHVH in the Hebrew text of the Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehovist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Yahwist source of the Pentateuch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jehu",1,1,1 ], "Jezebel (II Kings 9:11-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jehu",1,1,1 ], "the successor to Ahab as king of Israel (??842-??815 b|c|); the slayer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jekyll and Hyde",1,1,1,1 ], "a person with two distinct personalities, one good, the other evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jekyll and Hyde",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jellicoe",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl Jellicoe| 1859-1935, British admiral, who commanded the Grand Fleet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jellicoe",1,1,1 ], "at the Battle of Jutland (1916), which incapacitated the German fleet for the rest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jellicoe",1,1,1 ], "of World War I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jemappes",1,1,1 ], "(1792) during the French Revolutionary Wars, in which the French defeated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jemappes",1,1,1 ], "Austrians| Pop|: 18,040 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jemappes",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Belgium, in Hainaut province west of Mons: scene of a battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jena",1,1,1 ], "Prussians; optical and precision instrument industry| Pop|: 94,060 (1972 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jena",1,1,1 ], "Schiller taught; site of the battle (1806) in which Napoleon Bonaparte defeated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jena",1,1,1 ], "a city in S East Germany, in Thuringia: university (1558), at which Hegel and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jenkins",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, British Labour politician president of the Common Market Commission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jenkins",1,1,1 ], "since 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jenner",1,1,1 ], "Edward| 1749-1823, English physician, who discovered vaccination by showing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jenner",1,1,1 ], "that injections of cowpox virus produce immunity against smallpox (1796)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jenner",1,1,2 ], "Sir William| 1815-98, English physician and pathologist, who differentiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jenner",1,1,2 ], "between typhus and typhoid fevers (1849)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jephthah",1,1,1 ], "11:12-40)| Douay spelling: Jephte " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jephthah",1,1,1 ], "a judge of Israel, who sacrificed his daughter in fulfilment of a vow (Judges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerba",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Djerba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeremiah",1,1,1 ], "a major prophet of Judah from about 626 to 587 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeremiah",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerez",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Spain: famous for the making of sherry| Pop|: 149,867 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerez",1,1,2 ], "Former name: Xeres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jericho",1,1,1 ], "a village in Jordan near the N end of the Dead Sea, 251 m (825 ft|) below sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jericho",1,1,1 ], "level: on the site of an ancient city, the first place to be taken by the Israelites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jericho",1,1,1 ], "under Joshua after entering the Promised Land in the 14th century b|c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jericho",1,1,2 ], "(Joshua 6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeroboam",1,1,1 ], "the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel (??922-??901 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jeroboam",1,1,2 ], "king of the northern kingdom of Israel (??786-??746 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerome",1,1,1 ], "Saint| Latin name Eusebius Hieronymus| 347-420 a|d|, Christian monk and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerome",1,1,1 ], "scholar, whose outstanding work was the production of the Vulgate| Feast day: Sept| 30" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jerome",1,1,2 ], "Jerome K 1859-1927, English humorous writer; author of Three Men in a Boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerome",1,1,3 ], "(1889)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerry",1,1,1 ], "a German, esp| a German soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerry",1,1,2 ], "the Germans collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey City",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE New Jersey, opposite Manhattan on a peninsula between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey City",1,1,1 ], "greatest railway terminals in the world| Pop|: 255,030 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey City",1,1,1 ], "the Hudson and Hackensack Rivers: part of the Port of New York; site of one of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey",1,1,1 ], "an island in the English Channel, the largest of the Channel Islands: forms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey",1,1,1 ], "century and still officially French-speaking; noted for market gardening, dairy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey",1,1,1 ], "farming, and tourism| Capital: St| Helier| Pop|: 72,532 (1971)| Area: 116 sq| km (45 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey",1,1,1 ], "with two other islands, the bailiwick of Jersey; colonized from Normandy in the 11th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey",1,1,2 ], "a breed of dairy cattle producing milk with a high butterfat content," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jersey",1,1,2 ], "originating from the island of Jersey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem artichoke",1,1,1 ], "a North American sunflower, Helianthus tuberosus, widely cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem artichoke",1,1,1 ], "underground edible tubers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem artichoke",1,1,2 ], "the tuber of this plant, which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem cherry",1,1,1 ], "a small South American solanaceous shrub, Solanum pseudo-capsicum, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem cherry",1,1,1 ], "as a house plant for its white flowers and inedible reddish cherry-like fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem cross",1,1,1 ], "a cross the equal arms of which end in a bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem oak",1,1,1 ], "a weedy North American chenopodiaceous plant, Chenopodium botrys, that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem oak",1,1,1 ], "lobed leaves and smells of turpentine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "Egyptians and Turks until conquered by the British (1917); centre of the British mandate" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "Hebrew kingdom after its capture by David around 1000 b|c|; destroyed by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon in 586 b|c|; taken by the Romans in 63 b|c|; devastated in 70 a|d|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "and 135 a|d| during the Jewish rebellions against Rome; fell to the Arabs in 637" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "and to the Seljuk Turks in 1071; ruled by Crusaders from 1099 to 1187 and by the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "city of Jews, Christians, and Muslims| Pop|: 344,200 (1974 est|)" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "of Palestine from 1920 to 1948, when the Arabs took the old city and the Jews held" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Israel, situated in the Judaean hills: became capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "the new city; unified after the Six Day War (1967) under the Israelis; the holy" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Jerusalem",1,1,2 ], "the New Jerusalem| Christianity| Heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jervis Bay",1,1,1 ], "College" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jervis Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific in SE Australia, on the coast of S New South Wales:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jervis Bay",1,1,1 ], "part of the Australian Capital Territory: site of the Royal Australian Naval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jer|",1,1,1 ], "Jeremiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jespersen",1,1,1 ], "Otto 1860-1943, Danish philologist: author of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jespersen",1,1,2 ], "(1909-31)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesse",1,1,1 ], "the father of David (I Samuel 16)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesselton",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Kota Kinabalu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesu",1,1,1 ], "a poetic name for or vocative form of Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesuit",1,1,1 ], "Ignatius Loyola in 1534 with the aims of defending the papacy and Catholicism against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jesuit",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Roman Catholic religious order (the Society of Jesus) founded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesuit",1,1,1 ], "the Reformation and to undertake missionary work among the heathen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jesuit",1,1,2 ], "a person given to subtle and equivocating arguments; casuist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesuitism",1,1,1 ], "theology or practices of the Jesuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesuitism",1,1,2 ], "subtle and equivocating arguments; casuistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesus freak",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various Christian groups that combine a hippie communal way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jesus freak",1,1,1 ], "of life with zealous evangelicalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"4 b|c|-29 a|d|, founder of Christianity, born in Galilee and brought up as a",1). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"Jew| He is believed by Christians to be the Son of God and to have been miraculously",2). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"Judas and crucified| He is believed by Christians to have risen from his tomb after",8). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"coming of the Kingdom of God| His revolutionary Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-8),",5). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"conceived by the Virgin Mary, wife of Joseph| With 12 disciples, he undertook two",3). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"days",10). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"hostility of the Pharisees| After the Last Supper with his disciples, he was betrayed by",7). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"missionary journeys through Galilee, performing miracles, teaching, and proclaiming the",4). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"three days, appeared to his disciples several times, and ascended to Heaven after 40",9). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 1],"which preaches love, humility, and charity, the essence of his teaching, aroused the",6). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 1, 2],"3rd century b|c|, author of the Apocryphal book of Ecclesiasticus",1). c_DEF([ "Jesus" ,1, 2, 2],"used to express intense surprise",1). c_DEF([ "Jethro",1,1,1 ], "a Midianite priest, the father-in-law of Moses (Exodus 3:1; 4:18)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jevons",1,1,1 ], "1835-82, English economist and logician: introduced the concept of final or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jevons",1,1,1 ], "marginal utility in The Theory of Political Economy (1871)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,1 ], "Israelites, are spread throughout the world, and are linked by loose cultural or religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Semitic people who are notionally descended from the ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,1 ], "ties" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,2 ], "a person whose religion is Judaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,3 ], "a member of the ancient tribe or nation of Judah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,4 ], "another word for Israeli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,5 ], "Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,5,1 ], "a person who drives a hard bargain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,5,2 ], "a miserly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,1,5,3 ], "Obsolete| a usurer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew",1,2,1 ], "to drive a hard bargain, esp| in order to defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jew-baiting",1,1,1 ], "active persecution or harassment of Jews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewess",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Area: 36,000 sq| km (13,895 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Jews in 1928; largely agricultural| Capital: Birobidzhan| Pop|: 172,449 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the SE Soviet Union, in E Siberia: colonized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish calendar",1,1,1 ], "Adar Sheni (occurring only in intercalary years), Nisan, Iyar, Sivan, Tammuz, Ab," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish calendar",1,1,1 ], "and Elul" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish calendar",1,1,1 ], "b|c|, regarded as the year of the Creation| It is based on a Metonic cycle of 19" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish calendar",1,1,1 ], "the lunisolar calendar used by the Jews, in which time is reckoned from 3761" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish calendar",1,1,1 ], "year begins in September or October and contains the following 12 or, in intercalary" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish calendar",1,1,1 ], "years, 13 months of 29 or 30 days each: Tishri, Heshvan, Kislev, Tebet, Shebat, Adar," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish calendar",1,1,1 ], "years, the 3rd, 6th, 8th, 11th, 14th, 17th, and 19th being designated leap years| Each" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Jews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish",1,1,2 ], "miserly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewish",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for Yiddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewry",1,1,1,1 ], "Jews collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewry",1,1,1,2 ], "the Jewish religion or culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewry",1,1,2 ], "a quarter of a town inhabited by Jews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jewry",1,1,3 ], "the land of Judaea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jezebel",1,1,1 ], "Kings 9:29-37)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jezebel",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Ahab, king of Israel: she fostered the worship of Baal and tried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jezebel",1,1,1 ], "to destroy the prophets of Israel (I Kings 18:4-13); she was killed by Jehu (II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jezebel",1,1,2 ], "a shameless or scheming woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jezreel",1,1,1 ], "another name for Esdraelon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jhansi",1,1,1 ], "British in 1857| Pop|: 173,292 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jhansi",1,1,1 ], "a city in central India, in SW Uttar Pradesh: scene of a mutiny against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jhelum",1,1,1 ], "1967| Length: about 720 km (450 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jhelum",1,1,1 ], "Chenab River: important for irrigation, having the Mangla Dam (Pakistan), completed in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jhelum",1,1,1 ], "a river in Pakistan and Kashmir, rising in W central Kashmir and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jhelum",1,1,1 ], "northwest through the Vale of Kashmir, then southwest into N West Punjab to join the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jibouti",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Djibouti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jidda",1,1,1 ], "(1965 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jidda",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Saudi Arabia, in Hejaz on the Red Sea: the diplomatic capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jidda",1,1,1 ], "the country; the port of entry for Mecca, 80 km (50 miles) east| Pop|: 194,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jilolo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Djailolo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jimmy Woodser",1,1,1 ], "a man who drinks by himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jimmy Woodser",1,1,2 ], "a drink taken alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jimmy",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a Scot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jimnez de Cisneros",1,1,1 ], "1436-1517, Spanish cardinal and statesman regent of Castile (1506-07) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jimnez de Cisneros",1,1,1 ], "Spain (1516-17) and grand inquisitor for Castile and Leon (1507-17)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jimnez" ,1, 1, 1],"1881-1958, Spanish lyric poet|His most famous work is",1). c_DEF([ "Jimnez" ,1, 1, 2],"a prose poem: Nobel prize for literature 1956",1). c_DEF([ "Jinja",1,1,1 ], "a town in Uganda, on the N shore of Lake Victoria| Pop|: 52,509 (1969)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jinnah",1,1,1 ], "(1947-48)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jinnah",1,1,1 ], "1876-1948, Indian Muslim statesman| He campaigned for the partition of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jinnah",1,1,1 ], "into separate Hindu and Muslim states, becoming first governor general of Pakistan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jkping",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Sweden, on the S shore of Lake Vattern: scene of the conclusion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jkping",1,1,1 ], "peace between Sweden and Denmark in 1809| Pop|: 108,195 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jnr|",1,1,1 ], "junior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joab",1,1,1 ], "Absalom (II Samuel 2:18-23; 3:24-27; 18:14-15)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joab",1,1,1 ], "the successful commander of King David's forces and the slayer of Abner and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joachim",1,1,1 ], "Joseph | 1831-1907, Hungarian violinist and composer|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joachim",1,1,2 ], "Saint| 1st century b|c|, traditionally the father of the Virgin Mary; feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joachim",1,1,2 ], "day: Aug| 16" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joan of Arc",1,1,1 ], "burnt at the stake as a heretic| She was canonized in 1920| Feast day: May 30" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Joan of Arc",1,1,1 ], "enabling Charles VII to be crowned at Reims (1429)| After being captured (1430), she was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joan of Arc",1,1,1 ], "known also as the Maid of Orleans;French name Jeanne d'Arc| 1412-31, French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joan of Arc",1,1,1 ], "national heroine, who led the army that relieved Orleans in the Hundred Years' War," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joan",1,1,1 ], "known as the Fair Maid of Kent| 1328-85, wife of Edward the Black Prince;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joan",1,1,1 ], "mother of Richard II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joao Pessoa" ,1, 1, 1],"a port in NE Brazil, capital of Paraiba state| Pop|: 197,398 (1970)| Former",1). c_DEF([ "Joao Pessoa" ,1, 1, 1],"name (until 1930): Paraiba",2). c_DEF([ "Job Corps",1,1,1 ], "a Federal organization established in 1964 to train unemployed youths in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Job Corps",1,1,1 ], "to make it easier for them to find work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Job",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish patriarch, who maintained his faith in God in spite of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Job",1,1,1 ], "afflictions sent by God to test him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Job",1,1,2 ], "explanations of them by his friends, and God's reply to him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Job",1,1,2 ], "the book containing Job's pleas to God under these afflictions, attempted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Job",1,1,3 ], "any person who withstands great suffering without despairing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Job's comforter",1,1,1 ], "a person who, while purporting to give sympathy, succeeds only in adding to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Job's comforter",1,1,1 ], "distress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Job's-tears",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian grass, Coix lacryma-jobi, cultivated for its white beadlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Job's-tears",1,1,1 ], "modified leaves, which contain edible seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Job's-tears",1,1,2 ], "the beadlike structures of this plant, used as rosary or ornamental beads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jobcentre",1,1,1 ], "Service Agency, having premises situated in the main shopping area of a town in which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jobcentre",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of government offices forming a section of the Employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jobcentre",1,1,1 ], "people seeking jobs can consult displayed advertisements in informal surroundings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jocasta",1,1,1 ], "a queen of Thebes, the wife of Laius, who married Oedipus without either of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jocasta",1,1,1 ], "them knowing he was her son" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jochum",1,1,1 ], "born 1902, German orchestral conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jock",1,1,1 ], "a slang word or name for a Scot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jockey Club",1,1,1 ], "and over jumps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jockey Club",1,1,1 ], "the governing body that regulates and controls horse-racing both on the flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jodhpur",1,1,1 ], "Rajasthan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jodhpur",1,1,1 ], "a former state of NW India, one of the W Rajputana states: now part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jodhpur",1,1,2 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jodhpur",1,1,2 ], "a walled city in NW India, in W Rajasthan: university (1962)| Pop|: 317,612" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jodhpuri coat",1,1,1 ], "a coat worn by men in India, similar to but shorter than a sherwani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jodo",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese Buddhist sect teaching salvation through faith in Buddha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jodrell Bank",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical observatory in NW England, in Cheshire: radio telescope with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jodrell Bank",1,1,1 ], "steerable parabolic dish, 75 m (250 ft|) in diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joe Blow",1,1,1 ], "and Austral| slang| an average or typical man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joe",1,1,1 ], "a man or fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joe",1,1,2 ], "a G|I|; soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joel",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joel",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joey Hooker",1,1,1 ], "another name for gallant soldier (a plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joffre",1,1,1 ], "1852-1931, French marshal|He commanded the French army (1914-16) and was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joffre",1,1,1 ], "German advance on Paris" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joffre",1,1,1 ], "largely responsible for the Allies' victory at the Marne (1914), which halted the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johannesburg",1,1,1 ], "University of Witwatersrand (1922)| Pop|: 1,407,963 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Johannesburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in South Africa, in S Transvaal: South Africa's largest city and chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johannesburg",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre; grew with the establishment in 1886 of the gold-mining industry;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John Barleycorn",1,1,1 ], "the personification of alcoholic drink, esp| of malt spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Birch Society",1,1,1 ], "Communism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John Birch Society",1,1,1 ], "a fanatical right-wing association organized along semisecret lines to fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Bull",1,1,1 ], "a personification of England or the English people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Bull",1,1,2 ], "a typical Englishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Chrysostom",1,1,1 ], "345-407 a|d|, Greek bishop and theologian; one of the Fathers of the Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Chrysostom",1,1,1 ], "Church, noted for his eloquence| Feast day: Jan| 27" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John Dory",1,1,1 ], "a European dory (the fish), Zeus faber, having a deep compressed body, spiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Dory",1,1,1 ], "dorsal fins, and massive mobile jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John Hancock",1,1,1 ], "a person's signature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 1357-1433, king of Portugal (1385-1433)| He secured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John I",1,1,1 ], "independence for Portugal by his victory over Castile (1385) and initiated Portuguese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John I",1,1,1 ], "overseas expansion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John III",1,1,1 ], "siege of Vienna (1683)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John III",1,1,1 ], "surnamed Sobieski| 1624-96, king of Poland (1674-96)| He raised the Turkish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Paul I",1,1,1 ], "on pastoral rather than administrative priorities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John Paul I",1,1,1 ], "original name Albino Luciani| 1912-78, pope (1978) whose brief 33-day reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John Paul I",1,1,1 ], "was characterized by a simpler less pompous papal style and anticipated an emphasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John Paul II",1,1,1 ], "first non-Italian to be elected since 1522" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John Paul II",1,1,1 ], "original name Karol Wojtyla| born 1920, pope since 1978, born in Poland: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John XXII",1,1,1 ], "Franciscan Spirituals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John XXII",1,1,1 ], "involved in a long conflict with the Holy Roman Emperor Louis IV and opposed the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John XXII",1,1,1 ], "original name Jacques Duese| 1244-1334, pope (1316-34), residing at Avignon;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John XXIII",1,1,1 ], "ecumenicalism and world peace and summoned the second Vatican Council (1962-65)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John XXIII",1,1,1 ], "original name Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli| 1881-1963, pope (1958-63)| He promoted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John o'Groats",1,1,1 ], "a village at the northwesternmost tip of the Scottish mainland: considered to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John o'Groats",1,1,1 ], "be the northernmost point of the mainland of Great Britain although Dunnet Head," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John o'Groats",1,1,1 ], "slightly to the west, lies further north" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John of Austria",1,1,1 ], "(1571)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John of Austria",1,1,1 ], "called Don John| 1547-78, Spanish general: defeated the Turks at Lepanto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John of Damascus",1,1,1 ], "675-749 a|d|, Syrian theologian, who defended image worship against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John of Damascus",1,1,1 ], "iconoclasts| Feast day: March 27" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John of Gaunt",1,1,1 ], "Duke of Lancaster| 1340-99, son of Edward III: virtual ruler of England during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John of Gaunt",1,1,1 ], "the last years of his father's reign and during Richard II's minority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John of Leyden",1,1,1 ], "a theocracy in Munster (1534) but was tortured to death after the city was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John of Leyden",1,1,1 ], "original name Jan Bockelson| 1509-36, Dutch Anabaptist leader| He established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John of Leyden",1,1,1 ], "recaptured (1535) by its prince bishop" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John of Salisbury",1,1,1 ], "died 1180, English ecclesiastic and scholar; bishop of Chartres (1176-80)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John of Salisbury",1,1,1 ], "supported Thomas a Becket against Henry II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John of the Cross",1,1,1 ], "and mystic| He founded the Discalced Carmelites with Saint Teresa (1568)| Feast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John of the Cross",1,1,1 ], "day: Nov| 24" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John of the Cross",1,1,1 ], "original name Juan de Yepis y Alvarez| 1542-91, Spanish Carmelite monk, poet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John the Baptist",1,1,1 ], "the son of Zacharias and Elizabeth and the cousin and forerunner of Jesus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John the Baptist",1,1,1 ], "whom he baptized| He was beheaded by Herod (Matthew 14:1-2)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,1,1 ], "Gospel, three epistles, and the book of Revelation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,1,1 ], "the apostle John, the son of Zebedee, identified with the author of the fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,1,2 ], "the fourth Gospel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,1,3 ], "any of three epistles (in full The First, Second, and Third Epistles of John)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,2 ], "Canterbury an interdict was imposed on England (1208-14)| In 1215 he was compelled by the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,2 ], "French possessions| After his refusal to recognize Stephen Langton as archbishop of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,2 ], "II| He succeeded to the throne on the death of his brother Richard I, having" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,2 ], "barons to sign the Magna Carta" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,2 ], "known as John Lackland| 1167-1216, king of England (1199-1216); son of Henry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,2 ], "previously tried to usurp the throne| War with France led to the loss of most of his" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,3 ], "Augustus 1878-1961, Welsh painter, esp| of portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,4 ], "Barry| born 1945, British Rugby Union footballer: halfback for Wales (1966-72)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,4 ], "and the British Lions (1968-71)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,5 ], "Elton| original name Reginald Dwight| born 1947, English rock pianist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,5 ], "I'm only the Piano Player (1973), and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973)| The words" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,5 ], "composer, and singer| His albums include Tumbleweed Connection (1970), Don't shoot me," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "John",1,1,5 ], "of almost all his songs are by Bernie Taupin" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Johnny Canuck",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnny Canuck",1,1,2 ], "a personification of Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnny Reb",1,1,1 ], "(in the American Civil War) a Confederate soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnny-jump-up",1,1,1 ], "any of several violaceous plants, esp| the wild pansy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson grass",1,1,1 ], "a persistent perennial Mediterranean grass, Sorghum halepense, cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson grass",1,1,1 ], "hay and pasture in the U|S| where it also grows as a weed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,1 ], "Amy| 1903-41, English flier, who made several record flights, including those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,1 ], "to Australia (1930) and to Cape Town and back (1936)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,2 ], "(1865-69)| His lenience towards the South after the American Civil War led to strong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,2 ], "Andrew| 1808-75, U|S| Democrat statesman; 17th president of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,2 ], "opposition from radical Republicans, who tried to impeach him" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,3 ], "Jack| 1878-1946, U|S| boxer; world heavyweight champion (1908-15)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,4 ], "Lyndon Baines, known as LBJ| 1908-73, U|S| Democrat statesman; 36th president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,4 ], "and 1965, but he lost popularity by increasing U|S| involvement in the Vietnam war" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,4 ], "of the U|S| (1963-69)| His administration carried the Civil Rights Acts of 1964" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,5 ], "Robert| 1898-1937, U|S| blues singer and guitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,6 ], "(1765), and his Lives of the Most Eminent English Poets (1779-81)| His fame, however," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,6 ], "Samuel, known as Dr| Johnson| 1709-84, English lexicographer, critic, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,6 ], "conversationalist, whose greatest works are his Dictionary (1755), his edition of Shakespeare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johnson",1,1,6 ], "rests as much on Boswell's biography of him as on his literary output" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Johnsonian",1,1,1 ], "of writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johnsonian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Samuel Johnson, his works, or his style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johore Bahru",1,1,1 ], "Island)| Pop|: 135,936 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Johore Bahru",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Malaysia, capital of Johore state: important trading centre," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johore Bahru",1,1,1 ], "situated at the sole crossing point of Johore Strait (between Malaya and Singapore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Johore",1,1,1 ], "18,984 sq| km (7330 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Johore",1,1,1 ], "a state of Malaysia, on the S Malay Peninsula: mostly forested, with large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Johore",1,1,1 ], "swamps; bauxite- and iron-mining| Capital: Johore Bahru| Pop|: 1,271,794 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joinville" ,1, 1, 1],"1224-1317, French chronicler, noted for his",1). c_DEF([ "Jokjakarta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Jogjakarta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joliot-Curie",1,1,1 ], "1900-58, and his wife, ,Irene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joliot-Curie",1,1,2 ], "1897-1956, French physicists: shared the Nobel prize for chemistry in 1935 for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joliot-Curie",1,1,2 ], "discovering artificial radioactivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jolly Roger",1,1,1 ], "black field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jolly Roger",1,1,1 ], "the traditional pirate flag, consisting of a white skull and crossbones on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jolo",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 249,860 (1970)| Area: 893 sq| km (345 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jolo",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SW Philippines: the main island of the Sulu Archipelago|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jolson",1,1,1 ], "first talking picture The Jazz Singer (1927)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jolson",1,1,1 ], "original name Asa Yoelson| 1886-1950, U|S| singer and film actor; star of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jonah",1,1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet who, having been thrown overboard from a ship in which he was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jonah",1,1,1,1 ], "fleeing from God, was swallowed by a whale and vomited onto dry land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jonah",1,1,1,2 ], "the book in which his adventures are recounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jonah",1,1,2 ], "a person believed to bring bad luck to those around him; a jinx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jonathan",1,1,1 ], "a variety of red apple that ripens in early autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jonathan",2,1,1 ], "31; II Samuel 1:19-26)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jonathan",2,1,1 ], "the son of Saul and David's close friend, who was killed in battle (I Samuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,1 ], "Daniel| 1881-1967, English phonetician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,2 ], "David| 1895-1974, English painter, poet, and novelist: his highly original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,2 ], "literary works include In Parenthesis (1937), a novel of World War I, and the religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,2 ], "poem The Anathemata (1952)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,3 ], "Inigo | 1573-1652, English architect and theatrical designer, who introduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,3 ], "Palladianism to England| His buildings include the Banqueting Hall of Whitehall| He also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,3 ], "designed the settings for court masques, being the first to use the proscenium arch and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,3 ], "movable scenery in England" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,4 ], "James Larkin, called Jack| born 1913, English trades union leader; general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,4 ], "secretary of the Transport and General Workers' Union (1969-78)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,5 ], "John Paul| 1747-92, American naval commander in the War of Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jones",1,1,6 ], "Robert Tyre, known as Bobby Jones| 1902-71, U|S| golfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jonson",1,1,1 ], "1572-1637, English dramatist and poet, who developed the comedy of humours, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jonson",1,1,1 ], "he also wrote court masques" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jonson",1,1,1 ], "plays include Volpone (1606), The Alchemist (1610), and Bartholomew Fair (1614), and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jonson",1,1,1 ], "which each character is used to satirize one particular humour or temperament| His" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jon|",1,1,1 ], "Jonah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joplin",1,1,1 ], "(1969), and Pearl (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joplin",1,1,1 ], "Her albums include Cheap Thrills (1968), I got dem Ol'Kozmic Blues again Mama" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joplin",1,1,1 ], "Janis| 1943-70, U|S| rock singer, noted for her hoarse and passionate style|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joplin",1,1,2 ], "Scott| 1868-1917, U|S| pianist: creator of ragtime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joppa",1,1,1 ], "the biblical name of Jaffa, the port from which Jonah embarked (Jonah 1:3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jordaens",1,1,1 ], "1593-1678, Flemish painter, noted for his naturalistic depiction of peasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jordaens",1,1,1 ], "scenes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan almond",1,1,1 ], "a large variety of Spanish almond used in confectionery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan almond",1,1,2 ], "a sugar-coated almond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,1 ], "Jordanian part of Jerusalem were occupied by Israel after the war of 1967| It contains" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,1 ], "Religion: mostly Sunni Muslim| Currency: dinar| Capital: Amman| Pop|: 2,618,000 (1974" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in SW Asia: coextensive with the biblical Moab, Gilead, and Edom;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,1 ], "became an independent kingdom in 1946; territories west of the River Jordan and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 89,185 sq| km (34,434 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,1 ], "made a League of Nations mandate and emirate under British control in 1922 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,1 ], "part of the Great Rift Valley and consists mostly of desert| Language: Arabic|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,2 ], "Sea: occupies the N end of the Great Rift Valley system and lies mostly below sea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,2 ], "headstreams in Syria and Lebanon, and flowing south through the Sea of Galilee to the Dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,2 ], "level| Length: over 320 km (200 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jordan",1,1,2 ], "the chief and only perennial river of Israel and Jordan, rising in several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jos",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Nigeria, capital of Plateau state on the Jos Plateau: major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jos",1,1,1 ], "centre of the tin-mining industry| Pop|: 90,402 (1963)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph Bonaparte Gulf",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Timor Sea in N Australia| Width: 360 km (225 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph II",1,1,1 ], "1741-90, Holy Roman emperor (1765-90); son of Francis I| He ruled Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph II",1,1,1 ], "independence from the pope" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph II",1,1,1 ], "jointly with his mother, Maria Theresa, until her death (1780)| He reorganized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph II",1,1,1 ], "taxation, abolished serfdom, curtailed the feudal power of the nobles, and asserted his" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph of Arimathea",1,1,1 ], "Crucifixion and laid it in his own tomb (Matthew 27:57-60)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph of Arimathea",1,1,1 ], "a wealthy member of the Sanhedrin, who obtained the body of Jesus after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph",1,1,1,1 ], "30:2-24)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph",1,1,1,1 ], "the eleventh son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel (Genesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph",1,1,1,2 ], "either or both of two tribes descended from his sons Ephraim and Manasseh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joseph",1,1,2 ], "the husband of Mary the mother of Jesus (Matthew 1:16-25)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Josephine",1,1,1 ], "(1796-1809)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Josephine",1,1,1 ], "de la Pagerie| 1763-1814, empress of France as wife of Napoleon Bonaparte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Josephine",1,1,1 ], "previous name Josephine de Beauharnais;original name Marie Josephine Tascher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Josephus",1,1,1 ], "author of History of the Jewish War and Antiquities of the Jews" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Josephus",1,1,1 ], "original name Joseph ben Matthias| 37-100 a|d|, Jewish historian and general;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joshua tree",1,1,1 ], "a treelike desert yucca plant, Yucca brevifolia, of the southwestern U|S|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joshua tree",1,1,1 ], "with sword-shaped leaves and greenish-white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joshua",1,1,1 ], "Moses' successor, who led the Israelites in the conquest of Canaan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joshua",1,1,2 ], "the book recounting his deeds| Douay spelling: Josue " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Josh|",1,1,1 ], "Joshua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Josiah",1,1,1 ], "Douay spelling: Josias (d#f@@$u!sa$I@)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Josiah",1,1,1 ], "died 609 b|c|, king of Judah (??640-??609)| After the discovery of a book of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Josiah",1,1,1 ], "law (probably Deuteronomy) in the Temple he began a programme of religious reform|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jotun",1,1,1 ], "any of a race of giants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jotunheim",1,1,1 ], "the home of the giants in the northeast of Asgard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joule",1,1,1 ], "1818-89, English physicist, who evaluated the mechanical equivalent of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joule",1,1,1 ], "and contributed to the study of heat and electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joule's law",1,1,1 ], "product of the resistance of the conductor, the square of the current, and the time for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joule's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the heat produced by an electric current is equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joule's law",1,1,1 ], "which it flows" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joule's law",1,1,2 ], "is independent of volume| Real gases change their internal energy with volume as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joule's law",1,1,2 ], "result of intermolecular forces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joule's law",1,1,2 ], "the principle that at constant temperature the internal energy of an ideal gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joule-Thomson effect",1,1,1 ], "a fall in temperature of a gas when it expands without doing external work," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joule-Thomson effect",1,1,1 ], "being done against the intermolecular forces in the gas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joule-Thomson effect",1,1,1 ], "usually demonstrated by passing the gas through a small hole| It is caused by work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jove",1,1,1 ], "another name for Jupiter ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jove",1,1,2 ], "by Jove| an exclamation of surprise or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jovian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the god Jove (Jupiter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jovian",1,1,2 ], "of, occurring on, or relating to the planet Jupiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jovian",2,1,1 ], "full name Flavius Claudius Jovianus| 331-364 a|d|, Roman emperor (363-64): he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jovian",2,1,1 ], "made peace with Persia, relinquishing Roman provinces beyond the Tigris, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jovian",2,1,1 ], "restored privileges to the Christians" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jowett",1,1,1 ], "1817-93, English classical scholar and educator: translated the works of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jowett",1,1,1 ], "Plato" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,1 ], "James 1882-1941, Irish novelist and short-story writer| He profoundly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,1 ], "esp| stream of consciousness and parody, and of compound and coined words| His works" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,1 ], "include the novels Ulysses" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,1 ], "influenced the development of the modern novel by his use of complex narrative techniques," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,2 ], "(1922) and Finnegan's Wake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,3 ], "(1939) and the short stories The Dubliners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,4 ], "(1914)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,5 ], "William, known as Lord Haw-Haw| 1906-46, British broadcaster of Nazi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Joyce",1,1,5 ], "propaganda to Britain, who was executed for treason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jr|",1,1,1 ], "junior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juan Carlos I",1,1,1 ], "born 1938, king of Spain since 1975| He was nominated by Franco as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juan Carlos I",1,1,1 ], "follow Franco's death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Juan Carlos I",1,1,1 ], "latter's successor and as the first king of the restored Spanish monarchy that was to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juan Ferndez Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of three islands in the S Pacific Ocean, administered by Chile:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juan Ferndez Islands",1,1,1 ], "volcanic and wooded| Area: about 180 sq| km (70 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juan de Fuca",1,1,1 ], "a strait between Vancouver Island (Canada) and NW Washington (U|S|)| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juan de Fuca",1,1,1 ], "about 129 km (80 miles)| Width: about 24 km (15 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juantorena",1,1,1 ], "Olympic Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juantorena",1,1,1 ], "born 1951, Cuban runner: won the 400 metres and the 800 metres in the 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juba",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 1660 km (1030 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Juba",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE Africa, rising in S central Ethiopia and flowing south across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juba",1,1,1 ], "the Somali Republic to the Indian Ocean: the chief river of the Somali Republic|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jubal",1,1,1 ], "the alleged inventor of musical instruments (Genesis 4:21)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jubbulpore",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Jabalpur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jubilate",1,1,1 ], "Church, Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jubilate",1,1,2 ], "the 100th psalm used as a canticle in the liturgy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jubilate",1,1,3 ], "a musical setting of this psalm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaea",1,1,1 ], "province during the time of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judaea",1,1,1 ], "the S division of ancient Palestine, succeeding the kingdom of Judah: a Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaeo-",1,1,1 ], "relating to Judaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaeo-German",1,1,1 ], "another name for Yiddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaeo-Spanish",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ladino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judah ha-Nasi",1,1,1 ], "135-220 a|d|, rabbi and patriarch of the Sanhedrin, who compiled the Mishnah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judah",1,1,1 ], "(Genesis 29:35; 49:8-12)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judah",1,1,1 ], "the fourth son of Jacob, one of whose descendants was to be the Messiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judah",1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judah",1,1,3 ], "kingdom and, after the kingdom had been divided into Israel and Judah, the southern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judah",1,1,3 ], "kingdom of Judah, with Jerusalem as its centre| Douay spelling: Juda" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Judah",1,1,3 ], "the tribal territory of his descendants which became the nucleus of David's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Jews or Judaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaic",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaica",1,1,1 ], "books or articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judaica",1,1,1 ], "the literature, customs, culture, etc|, of the Jews, esp| as presented in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaism",1,1,1 ], "and the source of all righteousness" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Judaism",1,1,1 ], "as its central point a belief in the one God as transcendent creator of all things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judaism",1,1,1 ], "the religion of the Jews, based on the Old Testament and the Talmud and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaism",1,1,2 ], "the Jews" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judaism",1,1,2 ], "the religious and cultural traditions, customs, attitudes, and way of life of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaism",1,1,3 ], "the Jews collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaize",1,1,1 ], "to conform or bring into conformity with Judaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaize",1,2,1 ], "to convert to Judaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judaize",1,3,1 ], "to imbue with Jewish principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judas Maccabaeus",1,1,1 ], "Antiochus IV (Epiphanes) enabled him to recapture Jerusalem and rededicate the Temple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judas Maccabaeus",1,1,1 ], "Jewish leader, whose revolt (166-161 b|c|) against the Seleucid kingdom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judas tree",1,1,1 ], "Judas hanged himself" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Judas tree",1,1,1 ], "flowers that bloom before the leaves appear: popularly thought to be the tree on which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judas tree",1,1,1 ], "small Eurasian leguminous tree, Cercis siliquastrum, with pinkish-purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judas",1,1,1 ], "22:3-6, 47-48)| Full name: Judas Iscariot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judas",1,1,1 ], "the apostle who betrayed Jesus to his enemies for 30 pieces of silver (Luke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judas",1,1,2 ], "a person who betrays a friend; traitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judas",1,1,3 ], "Thaddaeus, and Jude were probably identical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judas",1,1,3 ], "a brother or relative of James and also of Jesus (Matthew 13:55)| This figure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judas",1,2,1 ], "denoting an animal or bird used to lure others of its kind or lead them to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judas",1,2,1 ], "slaughter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jude",1,1,1 ], "a book of the New Testament (in full The Epistle of Jude)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jude",1,1,2 ], "certainly identical with Thaddaeus (Matthew 10:2-4)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jude",1,1,2 ], "the author of this, stated to be the brother of James (Jude 1) and almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judea",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Judaea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judezmo",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ladino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judges",1,1,1 ], "the book of the Old Testament recounting the history of Israel under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judges",1,1,1 ], "warrior champions and national leaders known as judges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judgment Day",1,1,1 ], "the occasion of the Last (or General) Judgment by God at the end of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judgment",1,1,1 ], "Judgment)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Judgment",1,1,1 ], "individual (the Particular Judgment) or of all mankind (the General Judgment or Last" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judgment",1,1,1 ], "the estimate by God of the ultimate worthiness or unworthiness of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judgment",1,1,2 ], "God's subsequent decision determining the final destinies of all individuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judicial Committee of the Privy Council",1,1,1 ], "of the Commonwealth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judicial Committee of the Privy Council",1,1,1 ], "the highest appellate court for Britain's dependencies and for some dominions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judith",1,1,1 ], "decapitating Holofernes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Judith",1,1,1 ], "the heroine of one of the books of the Apocrypha, who saved her native town by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judith",1,1,2 ], "the book recounting this episode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judy",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Punch in the children's puppet show Punch and Judy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Judy",1,1,2 ], "a girl; young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jud|",1,1,1 ], "Judges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jud|",1,1,2 ], "Judith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jugendstil",1,1,1 ], "another name for art nouveau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juggernaut",1,1,1 ], "At an annual festival the idol is wheeled through the town on a gigantic chariot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juggernaut",1,1,1 ], "a crude idol of Krishna worshipped at Puri and throughout Orissa and Bengal|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juggernaut",1,1,1 ], "and devotees are supposed to have formerly thrown themselves under the wheels in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Juggernaut",1,1,1 ], "the hope of going straight to paradise" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Juggernaut",1,1,2 ], "a form of Krishna miraculously raised by Brahma from the state of a crude idol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juggernaut",1,1,2 ], "to that of a living god" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Yugoslavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jugurtha",1,1,1 ], "(the Jugurthine War, 112-105) and was defeated and executed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jugurtha",1,1,1 ], "died 104 b|c|, king of Numidia (??112-104), who waged war against the Romans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juiz de Fora",1,1,1 ], "Horizonte railway: textiles| Pop|: 218,832 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juiz de Fora",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, in Minas Gerais state on the Rio de Janeiro-Belo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Julian Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in NW Yugoslavia, in Slovenia: an E range of the Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Julian calendar",1,1,1 ], "calendar in all but two aspects: the beginning of the year was not fixed on Jan| 1 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Julian calendar",1,1,1 ], "leap years occurred every fourth year and in every centenary year" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Julian calendar",1,1,1 ], "the calendar introduced by Julius Caesar in 46 b|c|, identical to the present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Julian",1,1,1 ], "called the Apostate;Latin name Flavius Claudius Julianus| 331-363 a|d|, Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Julian",1,1,1 ], "emperor (361-363), who attempted to revive paganism in the Roman empire while remaining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Julian",1,1,1 ], "tolerant to Christians and Jews" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Julian",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to Julius Caesar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Julian",2,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the Julian calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juliana",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands since 1948" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juliana",1,1,1 ], "full name Juliana Louise Emma Marie Wilhelmina| born 1909, queen of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juliet cap",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting decorative cap, worn esp| by brides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Julius II",1,1,1 ], "Peter's, Rome (1506), and patronized Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bramante" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Julius II",1,1,1 ], "original name Guiliano della Rovere| 1443-1513, pope (1503-13)| He completed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Julius II",1,1,1 ], "the restoration of the Papal States to the Church, began the building of St|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jullundur",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW India, in central Punjab| Pop|: 296,106 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "July",1,1,1 ], "the seventh month of the year, consisting of 31 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jul|",1,1,1 ], "July" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jumada",1,1,1 ], "Jumada I and Jumada II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jumada",1,1,1 ], "either the fifth or the sixth month of the Muslim year, known respectively as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jumna",1,1,1 ], "Hindus)| Length: 1385 km (860 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jumna",1,1,1 ], "a river in N India, rising in Uttar Pradesh in the Himalayas and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jumna",1,1,1 ], "and southeast to join the Ganges just below Allahabad (a confluence held sacred by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jundiai",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SE Brazil, in Sao Paulo state| Pop|: 145,785 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "June bug",1,1,1 ], "any of various large brown North American scarabaeid beetles that are common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "June bug",1,1,1 ], "in late spring and early summer, esp| any of the genus Polyphylla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "June",1,1,1 ], "the sixth month of the year, consisting of 30 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juneau",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Alaska: state capital| Pop|: 6050 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juneberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for serviceberry 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jung",1,1,1 ], "1875-1961, Swiss psychologist|His criticism of Freud's emphasis on the sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jung",1,1,1 ], "developing the concepts of the collective unconscious and its archetypes and of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jung",1,1,1 ], "extrovert and introvert as the two main psychological types" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jung",1,1,1 ], "instinct ended their early collaboration|He went on to found analytic psychology," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jungfrau",1,1,1 ], "4158 m (13,642 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jungfrau",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S Switzerland, in the Bernese Alps south of Interlaken| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jungian",1,1,1 ], "analytic psychology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jungian",1,1,1 ], "of, following, or relating to C| G| Jung, his system of psychoanalysis, or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Junior",1,1,1 ], "being the younger: usually used after a name to distinguish the son from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Junior",1,1,1 ], "father with the same first name or names" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Junius",1,1,1 ], "pen name of the anonymous author of a series of letters (1769-72) attacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Junius",1,1,1 ], "the ministries of George III of England: now generally believed to have been" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Junius",1,1,1 ], "written by Sir Philip Francis (1740-1818), a clerk in the War Office" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Junker",1,1,1 ], "any of the aristocratic landowners of Prussia who were devoted to maintaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Junker",1,1,1 ], "their identity and extensive social and political privileges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Junker",1,1,2 ], "an arrogant, narrow-minded, and tyrannical German army officer or official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Junker",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a young German nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juno",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman tradition) the queen of the Olympian gods| Greek counterpart: Hera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juno",1,1,2 ], "a woman of stately bearing and regal beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juno",2,1,1 ], "one of the four brightest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Juno",2,1,1 ], "the fourth largest known asteroid (approximate diameter 240 kilometres) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Junoesque",1,1,1 ], "having stately bearing and regal beauty like the goddess Juno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Junr|",1,1,1 ], "junior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jun|",1,1,1 ], "June" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jun|",1,1,2 ], "junior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jupiter",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman tradition) the king and ruler of the Olympian gods|Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jupiter",1,1,1 ], "counterpart: Zeus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jupiter",2,1,1 ], "-130 degrees C| Mean distance from sun: 778 million km; period of revolution around" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jupiter",2,1,1 ], "317|9 times that of earth respectively" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Jupiter",2,1,1 ], "and is surrounded by a system of swirling cloud belts at a temperature of about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jupiter",2,1,1 ], "sun: 11|86 years; period of axial rotation: 9|83 hours; diameter and mass: 11|2 and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jupiter",2,1,1 ], "the largest of the planets and the fifth from the sun| It has 12 satellites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 247,370 (1975)| Area: 5055 sq| km (1971 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,1 ], "a department of W France, in Franche-Comte region| Capital: Lons-le-Saunier|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,2 ], "an island off the W coast of Scotland, in the Inner Hebrides, separated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,2 ], "km (147 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,2 ], "the mainland by the Sound of Jura|Pop|: (with Colonsay) 343 (1971)| Area: 381 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,3 ], "a mountain range in W central Europe, between the Rivers Rhine and Rhone:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,3 ], "mostly in E France, extending into W Switzerland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,4 ], "a range of mountains in the NE quadrant of the moon lying on the N border of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jura",1,1,4 ], "the Mare Imbrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jurassic",1,1,1 ], "Triassic and Cretaceous periods, lasting for 45 million years during which dinosaurs and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jurassic",1,1,1 ], "ammonites flourished" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jurassic",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the second period of the Mesozoic era, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jurassic",1,2,1 ], "the| the Jurassic period or rock system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jurez",1,1,1 ], "short for Ciudad Juarez" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jurez",2,1,1 ], "1806-72, Mexican statesman|As president (1861-65; 1867-72) he thwarted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jurez",2,1,1 ], "Napoleon III's attempt to impose an empire under Maximilian and introduced many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jurez",2,1,1 ], "reforms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Juru",1,1,1 ], "a river in South America, rising in E central Peru and flowing northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juru",1,1,1 ], "across NW Brazil to join the Amazon| Length: 1900 km (1200 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jur| D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Justin Martyr",1,1,1 ], "100-165 a|d|, Christian apologist and philosopher| Feast day: April 14" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Justinian Code",1,1,1 ], "the codification of Roman law made by order of Justinian I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Justinian I",1,1,1 ], "Byzantine emperor (527-565)| He recovered North Africa, SE Spain, and Italy, largely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Justinian I",1,1,1 ], "Code" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Justinian I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great;Latin name Flavius Anicius Justinianus| 483-565 a|d|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Justinian I",1,1,1 ], "owing to the brilliance of generals such as Belisarius| He sponsored the Justinian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Jute",1,1,1 ], "a member of one of various Germanic tribes, some of whom invaded England in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jute",1,1,1 ], "the 6th century a|d|, settling in Kent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jutish",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Jutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jutish",1,2,1 ], "another name for Kentish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jutland",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of N Europe: forms the continental portion of Denmark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Jutland",1,1,1 ], "an indecisive naval battle was fought off its NW coast in 1916 between the British" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Jutland",1,1,1 ], "and German fleets| Danish name: Jylland" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Jutland",1,1,1 ], "geographically includes the N part of the West German province of Schleswig-Holstein, while" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jutland",1,1,1 ], "politically it includes only the mainland of Denmark and the islands north of Limfjorden;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Juvenal",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Decimus Junius Juvenalis| 60-140 a|d|, Roman satirist| In his 16" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Juvenal",1,1,1 ], "verse satires, he denounced the vices of imperial Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Jylland",1,1,1 ], "the Danish name for Jutland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|",1,1,1 ], "Journal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|",1,1,2 ], "Judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|",1,1,3 ], "Justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|A|",1,1,1 ], "joint account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|A|",1,1,2 ], "Judge Advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|A|G|",1,1,1 ], "Judge Advocate General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|",1,1,1 ], "Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|",1,1,2 ], "Julius Caesar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|",1,1,3 ], "jurisconsult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Canon Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|D|",1,1,2 ], "Doctor of Civil Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|L|",1,1,1 ], "Job Control Language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|R|",1,1,1 ], "junior common room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|C|S|",1,1,1 ], "Joint Chiefs of Staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|D|",1,1,2 ], "juvenile delinquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|P|",1,1,1 ], "Justice of the Peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|S|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Juristic Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|U|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Canon and Civil Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "J|W|V|",1,1,1 ], "Jewish War Veterans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K ration",1,1,1 ], "a small package containing emergency rations used by U|S| forces in the field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K ration",1,1,1 ], "in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,1 ], "kelvin(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,1 ], "koruna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Cologne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,2 ], "king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,3 ], "potassium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,4 ], "kaon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,5 ], "one thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,6 ], "a unit of 1024 words, bytes, or bits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,7 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K",1,1,8 ], "Cambodia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K'ang-te",1,1,1 ], "title as emperor of Manchukuo of (Henry)Pu-yi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K'ung Fu-tse",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese name of Confucius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K2",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N India, in N Kashmir in the Karakoram Range: the second highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K2",1,1,1 ], "mountain in the world| Height: 8610 m (28,250 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "KANU",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Kenya African National Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KB",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KBP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's bishop's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KKt",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KKtP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's knight's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KN",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KNP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's knight's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KR",1,1,1 ], "symbol for king's rook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KRP",1,1,1 ], "king's rook's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KWIC",1,1,1 ], "acronym for keyword in context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KWOC",1,1,1 ], "acronym for keyword out of context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KWT",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Kuwait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ka",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Keos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KaNgwane",1,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in South Africa, in E Transvaal| Capital: Schoemansdal| Former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "KaNgwane",1,1,1 ], "name: Swazi Territory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaaba",1,1,1 ], "Muslims turn in its direction when praying" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kaaba",1,1,1 ], "a cube-shaped building in Mecca, the most sacred Muslim pilgrim shrine, into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaaba",1,1,1 ], "which is built the black stone believed to have been given by Gabriel to Abraham|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kabalega Falls",1,1,1 ], "rapids on the lower Victoria Nile, about 35 km (22 miles) east of Lake Albert," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kabalega Falls",1,1,1 ], "where the Nile drops 120 m (400 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kabardino-Balkar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republ",1,1 ], "Caucasus Mountains| Capital: Nalchik| Pop|: 588,203 (1970)| Area: 12,500 sq| km (4825" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kabardino-Balkar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republ",1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, on the N side of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kabardino-Balkar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republ",1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kabul",1,1,1 ], "1800 m (5900 ft|) on the Kabul River: over 3000 years old, with a strategic position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kabul",1,1,1 ], "commanding passes through the Hindu Kush and main routes to the Khyber Pass; destroyed and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kabul",1,1,1 ], "from 1773; university (1932)| Pop|: 318,094 (1971 est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kabul",1,1,1 ], "rebuilt many times; capital of the Mogul Empire from 1504 until 1738 and of Afghanistan" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kabul",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Afghanistan, in the northeast of the country at an altitude of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kabul",1,1,2 ], "a river in Afghanistan and Pakistan, rising in the Hindu Kush and flowing east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kabul",1,1,2 ], "into the Indus at Attock, Pakistan| Length: 700 km (435 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kabyle",1,1,1 ], "Algeria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kabyle",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Berber people inhabiting the E Atlas Mountains in Tunisia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kabyle",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Berber spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaddish",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Jewish liturgical prayer consisting of a doxology of three to six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaddish",1,1,1 ], "verses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaddish",1,1,2 ], "a form of this prayer used on the anniversary of a death and during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaddish",1,1,2 ], "eleven-month period of mourning after a death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kadiyevka",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR in the Donbass:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kadiyevka",1,1,1 ], "coal-mining centre| Pop|: 141,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaduna",1,1,1 ], "68,989 sq| km (26,631 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1976): North-Central State" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaduna",1,1,1 ], "a state of N Nigeria| Capital: Kaduna| Pop|: 4,098,305 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaduna",1,1,2 ], "a city in N central Nigeria, capital of Kaduna state on the Kaduna River (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaduna",1,1,2 ], "principal tributary of the Niger)| Pop|: 202,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffir",1,1,1,1 ], "(in southern Africa)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffir",1,1,2 ], "any Black African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffir",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffir",1,1,3 ], "a former name for the Xhosa language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffir",1,1,4 ], "(among Muslims) a non-Muslim or infidel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffirs",1,1,1 ], "South African mining shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffraria",1,1,1 ], "Kaffirs; British Kaffraria was a crown colony established in 1853 in the southwest of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffraria",1,1,1 ], "a former region of South Africa, in E Cape Province: inhabited chiefly by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaffraria",1,1,1 ], "the region and annexed to Cape Colony in 1865" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kafir",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Nuri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kafir",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of Kaffir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kafiristan",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Nuristan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kafka" ,1, 1, 1],"1883-1924, Czech novelist writing in German|In his two main novels",1). c_DEF([ "Kafka" ,1, 1, 2],"Kafkaesque",3). c_DEF([ "Kafka" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Castle (1926), published posthumously against his wishes, he portrays",1). c_DEF([ "Kafka" ,1, 1, 2],"man's fear, isolation, and bewilderment in a nightmarish dehumanized world|",2). c_DEF([ "Kagera",1,1,1 ], "Rwanda and flowing east to Lake Victoria: the most remote headstream of the Nile and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kagera",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Africa, rising in headstreams on the border between Tanzania and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kagera",1,1,1 ], "largest tributary of Lake Victoria| Length: about 480 km (300 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kagoshima",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on S Kyushu| Pop|: 443,966 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kahn",1,1,1 ], "Hudson Institute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kahn",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, U|S| mathematician and futurologist; director since 1961 of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaieteur Falls",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall in Guyana, on the Potaro River| Height: 226 m (741 ft|)| Width:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaieteur Falls",1,1,1 ], "about 107 m (350 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaifeng",1,1,1 ], "China and its capital (as Pien-liang) from 907 to 1126| Pop|: 450,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaifeng",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in N Honan on the Yellow River: one of the oldest cities in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kairouan" ,1, 1, 1],"Kairwan, or Qairwan",1). c_DEF([ "Kairouan" ,1, 1, 2],"a city in NE Tunisia: one of the holy cities of Islam; pilgrimage and trading",1). c_DEF([ "Kairouan" ,1, 1, 2],"centre| Pop|: 82,229 (1969)",2). c_DEF([ "Kaiser",1,1,1 ], "either German emperor, esp| Wilhelm II (1888-1918)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaiser",1,1,2 ], "any Austro-Hungarian emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaiser",2,1,1 ], "1878-1945, German expressionist dramatist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaiserslautern",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in S Rhineland-Palatinate| Pop|: 102,450 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalahari",1,1,1 ], "an extensive arid plateau of South Africa, South West Africa, and Botswana:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalahari",1,1,1 ], "inhabited by Bushmen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalamazoo",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalamazoo",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Michigan, midway between Detroit and Chicago| Pop|: 85,555" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalat",1,1,1 ], "(1961)| Area: 65,610 sq| km (25,332 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kalat",1,1,1 ], "a division of SW Pakistan, in S Baluchistan: formerly a princely state ruled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalat",1,1,1 ], "by the Khan of Kalat, which joined Pakistan in 1948| Capital: Kalat| Pop|: 156,480" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalevala",1,1,1 ], "the land of the hero Kaleva, who performed legendary exploits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalevala",1,1,2 ], "Elias Lonnrot from folk poetry in 1835 to 1849" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalevala",1,1,2 ], "the Finnish national epic in which these exploits are recounted, compiled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalgan",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Changchiakow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalgoorlie",1,1,1 ], "Coolgardie gold rushes of the early 1890s; declining gold resources superseded by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalgoorlie",1,1,1 ], "a city in Western Australia, adjoining the town of Boulder: a centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalgoorlie",1,1,1 ], "discovery of nickel ore in 1966| Pop|: 20,784 (including Boulder)(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kali",1,1,1 ], "by savagery and cannibalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kali",1,1,1 ], "the Hindu goddess of destruction, consort of Siva| Her cult was characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalidasa",1,1,1 ], "5th century a|d|, Indian dramatist and poet, noted for his romantic verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalidasa",1,1,1 ], "drama Sakuntala" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalimantan",1,1,1 ], "Brunei| Pop|: 5,152,166 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kalimantan",1,1,1 ], "only, excluding the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak and the sultanate of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalimantan",1,1,1 ], "the Indonesian name for Borneo: applied to the Indonesian part of the island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalinin" ,2, 1, 1],"1875-1946, Soviet statesman: titular head of state (1919-46) a founder of",1). c_DEF([ "Kalinin",1,1,1 ], "Rivers: chief port of the upper Volga, linked by canal with Moscow| Pop|: 389,000 (1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalinin",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, at the confluence of the Volga and Tversta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalinin",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Former name (until 1932): Tver" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kaliningrad",1,1,1 ], "(until 1946): Konigsberg" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kaliningrad",1,1,1 ], "1945 and is now its chief Baltic naval base| Pop|: 338,000 (1975 est|)| Former name" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kaliningrad",1,1,1 ], "War II as the chief German naval base on the Baltic; ceded to the Soviet Union in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaliningrad",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Soviet Union, on the Pregolya River: severely damaged in World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalisz",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 83,600 (1972 est|)| Ancient name: Calissia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalisz",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Poland, on an island in the Prosna River: textile industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaliyuga",1,1,1 ], "(in Hindu mythology) the fourth (present) age of the world, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaliyuga",1,1,1 ], "total decadence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmar",1,1,1 ], "52,774 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmar",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Sweden, partly on the mainland and partly on a small island in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmar",1,1,1 ], "the Sound of Kalmar, opposite Oland: scene of the signing of the Union of Kalmar," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmar",1,1,1 ], "which united Sweden, Denmark, and Norway into a single monarchy (1397-1523)| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmuck Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "(29,300 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmuck Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, on the Caspian Sea: became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmuck Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "subject to Russia in 1646| Capital: Elista| Pop|: 267,993 (1970)| Area: 75,900 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmuck",1,1,1 ], "China in the 17th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmuck",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of Buddhist tradition, who migrated from NE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmuck",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kalmuck",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mongolic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaluga",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, on the Oka River| Pop|: 247,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaluga",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kama",1,1,1 ], "River Volga, of which it is the largest tributary| Length: 2030 km (1260 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kama",1,1,1 ], "a river in the E Soviet Union, rising in the Ural Mountains and flowing to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kama",2,1,1 ], "the Hindu god of love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kamakura",1,1,1 ], "a 13th-century bronze, 15 m (49 ft|) high| Pop|: 163,117 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kamakura",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on S Honshu: famous for its Great Buddha (Daibutsu)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kamasutra",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Hindu text on erotic pleasure and other topics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kamchatka",1,1,1 ], "Sea| Length: about 1200 km (750 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kamchatka",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in the E Soviet Union, between the Sea of Okhotsk and the Bering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kamensk-Uralski",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W Soviet Union| Pop|: 181,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kamerad",1,1,1 ], "a shout of surrender, used by German soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kamerun",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Cameroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kamet",1,1,1 ], "(25,447 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kamet",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N India, in Uttar Pradesh in the Himalayas| Height: 7756 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kampala",1,1,1 ], "Makerere University (1961)| Pop|: 330,700 (1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kampala",1,1,1 ], "the capital and largest city of Uganda, in Buganda province on Lake Victoria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kampuchea",1,1,1 ], "the official name (since 1976) of Cambodia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanaka",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Hawaii) a native Hawaiian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanaka",1,1,2 ], "any native of the South Pacific islands, esp| (formerly) one abducted to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanaka",1,1,2 ], "in Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kananga",1,1,1 ], "Francqui| Pop|: 601,239 (1974 est|)| Former name (until 1966): Luluabourg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kananga",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Zaire: a commercial centre on the railway from Lubumbashi to Port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanara",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 155,000 sq| km (60,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kanara",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW India, in Karnataka on the Deccan Plateau and the W Coast|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanarese",1,1,1 ], "(pl| #+rese) a member of a people of S India living chiefly in Kanara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanarese",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people; Kannada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanazawa",1,1,1 ], "383,451 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kanazawa",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Japan, on W Honshu: textile and porcelain industries| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanchenjunga",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kangchenjunga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanchipuram",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE India, in Tamil Nadu: a sacred Hindu town known as the Benares of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanchipuram",1,1,1 ], "the South; textile industries| Pop|: 110,657 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kandahar",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kandahar",1,1,1 ], "Durrani (1724-73) as his capital on the site of several former cities| Pop|: 140,024" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kandahar",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Afghanistan: an important trading centre, built by Ahmad Shah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kandinsky",1,1,1 ], "1866-1944, Russian expressionist painter and theorist, regarded as the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kandinsky",1,1,1 ], "to develop an entirely abstract style: a founder of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kandinsky",1,1,2 ], "der Blaue Reiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kandy",1,1,1 ], "1815, when occupied by the British; sacred Buddhist temple; University of Sri Lanka|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kandy",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 94,000 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kandy",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Sri Lanka: capital of the kingdom of Kandy from 1480 until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kangaroo Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, off South Australia| Area: 4350 sq| km (1680" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kangaroo Island",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kangchenjunga",1,1,1 ], "a mountain on the border between Nepal and Sikkim, in the Himalayas: the third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kangchenjunga",1,1,1 ], "highest mountain in the world| Height: 8600 m (28,216 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kannada",1,1,1 ], "a language of S India belonging to the Dravidian family of languages: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kannada",1,1,1 ], "state language of Karnataka, also spoken in Madras and Maharashtra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kano",1,1,1 ], "(16,442 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kano",1,1,1 ], "a state of N Nigeria: consists of wooded savanna in the south and scrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kano",1,1,1 ], "vegetation in the north| Capital: Kano| Pop|: 5,774,842 (1976 est|)| Area: 42,593 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kano",1,1,2 ], "399,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kano",1,1,2 ], "a city in N Nigeria, capital of Kano state: transport and market centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanpur",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,154,388 (1971)| Former name: Cawnpore" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kanpur",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE India, in S Uttar Pradesh on the River Ganges: scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kanpur",1,1,1 ], "of the massacre by Nana Sahib of British soldiers and European families in 1857|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kansas City",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Missouri, at the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas Rivers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kansas City",1,1,1 ], "important centre of livestock and meat-packing industry| Pop|: 487,799 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kansas City",1,1,2 ], "a city in NE Kansas, adjacent to Kansas City, Missouri| Pop|: 172,994 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kansas City",1,1,2 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kansas",1,1,1 ], "Topeka| Pop|: 2,249,071 (1970)| Area: 211,828 sq| km (81,787 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kansas",1,1,1 ], "a state of the central U|S|: consists of undulating prairie, drained chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kansas",1,1,1 ], "by the Arkansas, Kansas, and the Missouri Rivers; mainly agricultural| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kansu",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)| Area: 355,100 sq| km (137,100 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kansu",1,1,1 ], "a province of NW China, between Tibet and Inner Mongolia: mountainous, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kansu",1,1,1 ], "desert regions; forms a corridor, the old Silk Road, much used in early and medieval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kansu",1,1,1 ], "times for trade with Turkistan, India, and Persia| Capital: Lanchow| Pop|: 18,000,000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kans|",1,1,1 ], "Kansas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kant" ,1, 1, 1],"1724-1804, German idealist philosopher| He sought to determine the limits of",1). c_DEF([ "Kant" ,1, 1, 1],"man's knowledge in",2). c_DEF([ "Kant" ,1, 1, 2],"Critique of Practical Reason (1788)",2). c_DEF([ "Kant" ,1, 1, 2],"and propounded his system of ethics as guided by the categorical imperative in",1). c_DEF([ "Kaohsiung",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 884,000 (1972 est|)| Japanese name: Takao" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaohsiung",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Taiwan, on the South China Sea: the chief port of the island|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaolack",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Senegal, on the Saloum River| Pop|: 95,000 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kapfenberg",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in E Austria, in Styria| Pop|: 26,001 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kara Kum",1,1,1 ], "a desert in the SW Soviet Union, covering most of the Turkmen SSR: extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kara Kum",1,1,1 ], "areas now irrigated| Area: about 300,000 sq| km (120,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kara Sea",1,1,1 ], "a shallow arm of the Arctic Ocean off the N coast of the Soviet Union:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kara Sea",1,1,1 ], "ice-free for about three months of the year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kara-Kalpak Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "702,264 (1970)| Area: 165,600 sq| km (63,900 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kara-Kalpak Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Aral Sea: came under Russian rule by stages from 1873 onwards| Capital: Nukus| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kara-Kalpak Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, in the Uzbek SSR, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kara-Kalpak",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of Soviet central Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kara-Kalpak",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kara-Kalpak",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karachai-Cherkess Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Caucasus Mountains| Capital: Cherkessk| Pop|: 344,651 (1970)| Area: 14,100 sq| km (5440" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karachai-Cherkess Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, on the N side of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karachai-Cherkess Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Karachi",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Pakistan, on the Arabian Sea: capital of Pakistan (1947-60);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karachi",1,1,1 ], "university (1950); chief port, commercial, and industrial centre| Pop|: 3,498,634 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karafuto",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Japanese name for Sakhalin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karaganda",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the W Kazakh SSR: a major coal-mining and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karaganda",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre| Pop|: 564,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karaite",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Jewish sect originating in the 8th century a|d|, which rejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karaite",1,1,1 ], "and attempted to deduce a code of life from it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Karaite",1,1,1 ], "the 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statesman prime minister of Greece (1955-58; 1958-61;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karbala",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Iraq: the chief holy city of Iraq and centre of Shiah Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karbala",1,1,1 ], "pilgrimage| Pop|: 107,500 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karelia",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE Europe, formerly in Finland but annexed in several stages by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karelia",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet Union: corresponds roughly to the Karelian ASSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Lakes Onega and Ladoga| Capital: Petrozavodsk| Pop|: 713,451 (1970)| Area: 172,400" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the NW Soviet Union between the White Sea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (66,560 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian Isthmus",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union after the Russo-Finnish War (1939-40)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian Isthmus",1,1,1 ], "a strip of land between the Gulf of Finland and Lake Ladoga: annexed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Karelia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Karelia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karelian",1,2,2 ], "the dialect of Finnish spoken in Karelia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karen",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Thai people of Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karen",1,1,2 ], "Sino-Tibetan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karen",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, probably related to Thai and belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kariba",1,1,1 ], "Dam across the Zambezi for hydroelectric power| Length: 282 km (175 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kariba",1,1,1 ], "a lake on the Zambia-Rhodesia border, created by the building of the Kariba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karl-Marx-Stadt",1,1,1 ], "a city in S East Germany, at the foot of the Erz Mountains: a textile centre;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karl-Marx-Stadt",1,1,1 ], "engineering works| Pop|: 304,055 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1953): Chemnitz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karloff",1,1,1 ], "roles in horror films, esp| Frankenstein (1931)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karloff",1,1,1 ], "stage name of William Pratt| 1887-1969, English film actor, famous for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karlovy Vary",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Czechoslovakia, at the confluence of the Tepla and Ohure Rivers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karlovy Vary",1,1,1 ], "warm mineral springs| Pop|: 43,708 (1970)| German name: Karlsbad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karlsbad",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Karlovy Vary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karlsruhe",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg: capital of the former Baden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karlsruhe",1,1,1 ], "state; now the seat of justice of West Germany| Pop|: 261,250 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karnak",1,1,1 ], "Thebes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karnak",1,1,1 ], "a village in E Egypt, on the Nile: site of the N part of the ruins of ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karnatak music",1,1,1 ], "the classical music of South India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karnataka",1,1,1 ], "29,299,014 (1971)| Area: 192,204 sq| km (74,210 sq| miles)| Former name (1956-73): Mysore" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Karnataka",1,1,1 ], "a state of S India, on the Arabian Sea: consists of a narrow coastal plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karnataka",1,1,1 ], "rising to the South Deccan plateau; mainly agricultural| Capital: Bangalore| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karoo",1,1,1 ], "any of several high arid plateaus in South Africa, esp| the Great Karoo and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karoo",1,1,1 ], "sometimes called the Northern Karoo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Karoo",1,1,1 ], "the Little Karoo in S Cape Province| The High Veld, north of the Great Karoo, is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karoo",1,1,2 ], "Upper Karoo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Karoo",1,1,2 ], "a period or rock system in southern Africa equivalent to the period or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karoo",1,1,2 ], "extending from the Upper Carboniferous to the Lower Jurassic: divided into Lower and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Karoo",1,2,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the Karoo period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Karpov",1,1,1 ], "born 1931, Soviet chess player: world champion since 1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kasai",1,1,1 ], "Zaire to the River Congo| Length: 2154 km (1338 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kasai",1,1,1 ], "a river in southwestern Africa, rising in central Angola and flowing east then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kasai",1,1,1 ], "north as part of the border between Angola and Zaire, continuing northwest through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kashgar",1,1,1 ], "Chinese names: Shufu, Sufu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kashgar",1,1,1 ], "an oasis city in W China, in W Sinkiang-Uigur AR| Pop|: 100,000 (1958 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir goat",1,1,1 ], "a Himalayan breed of goat having an undercoat of silky wool from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir goat",1,1,1 ], "cashmere wool is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "Afghanis, Sikhs, and British successively; since 1947 disputed between India and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "Karakoram mountain ranges and the Rivers Jhelum and Indus; a fruit-growing and" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "Pakistan; 84,000 sq| km (33,000 sq| miles) in the northwest are held by Pakistan and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW central Asia: from the 16th century ruled by the Moguls," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "and Kashmir) Srinagar (summer), Jammu (winter)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "cattle-grazing region, with a woollen industry| Capitals: (Azad Kashmir) Muzaffarabad;(Jammu" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "incorporated into India as the state of Jammu and Kashmir; traversed by the Himalaya and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmir",1,1,1 ], "known as Azad Kashmir (Free Kashmir); the remainder was in 1956 officially" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmiri",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Kashmir, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmiri",1,2,1 ], "a member of the people of Kashmir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmiri",1,2,2 ], "Indo-European family of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kashmiri",1,2,2 ], "the state language of Kashmir, belonging to the Dardic group of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kashruth" ,1, 1, 2],"the condition of being kosher",1). c_DEF([ "Kashruth" ,1, 1, 3],"the Jewish dietary laws",1). c_DEF([ "Kassa",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Kovsice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kassala",1,1,1 ], "106,602 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kassala",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Sudan: founded as a fort by the Egyptians in 1834| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kassel",1,1,1 ], "Prussian province of Hesse-Nassau (1866-1945)| Pop|: 212,575 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kassel",1,1,1 ], "a city in E West Germany, in Hesse: capital of Westphalia (1807-13) and of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kastrop-Rauxel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Castrop-Rauxel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katanga",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1972) of Shaba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Qatar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kathak",1,1,1 ], "a form of Indian classical dancing that tells a story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katharevusa",1,1,1 ], "Greek and including many archaic features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Katharevusa",1,1,1 ], "a literary style of Modern Greek, derived from the Attic dialect of Ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kathiawar",1,1,1 ], "Gulf of Cambay| Area: about 60,690 sq| km (23,430 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kathiawar",1,1,1 ], "a large peninsula of W India, in Gujerat between the Gulf of Kutch and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katmai",1,1,1 ], "Depth of crater: 1130 m (3700 ft|)| Width of crater: about 4 km (2|5 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Katmai",1,1,1 ], "National Monument, 10,917 sq| km (4215 sq| miles), in 1918| Height: 2100 m (7000 ft|)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Katmai",1,1,1 ], "Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes, a region with numerous fumaroles; established as Katmai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Katmai",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in SW Alaska, in the Aleutian Range: erupted in 1912 forming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katmandu",1,1,1 ], "Vishnumati Rivers| Pop|: 353,756 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Katmandu",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Nepal, in the east at the confluence of the Baghmati and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katowice",1,1,1 ], "(1953-56): Stalinogrod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Katowice",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S Poland| Pop|: 320,400 (1974 est|)| Former name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katrine",1,1,1 ], "a lake in central Scotland, east of Loch Lomond: noted for its associations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katrine",1,1,1 ], "with Sir Walter Scott's Lady of the Lake|Length: about 13 km (8 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Katsina",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Nigeria in Kaduna state: a major intellectual and cultural centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Katsina",1,1,1 ], "of the Hausa people (16th-18th centuries)| Pop|: 109,424 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kattegat",1,1,1 ], "a strait between Denmark and Sweden: linked by the Sound, the Great Belt, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kattegat",1,1,1 ], "the Little Belt with the Baltic Sea and by the Skagerrak with the North Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kauai",1,1,1 ], "29,524 (1970)| Area: 1433 sq| km (553 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kauai",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in NW Hawaii, northwest of Oahu| Chief town: Lihue| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaunas",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, in the S central Lithuanian SSR at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kaunas",1,1,1 ], "confluence of the Neman and Viliya Rivers: ceded by Poland to Russia in 1795; became the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaunas",1,1,1 ], "provisional capital of Lithuania (1920-40); incorporated into the Soviet Union in 1944;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kaunas",1,1,1 ], "university (1922)| Pop|: 344,000 (1975 est|)| Russian name: Kovno" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kaunda" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1924, Zambian statesman|He led his country into independence and became",1). c_DEF([ "Kaunda" ,1, 1, 1],"its first president (1964)",2). c_DEF([ "Kaveri",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cauvery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kavla",1,1,1 ], "Macedonian fortress of the Byzantine empire; ceded to Greece by Turkey after the Balkan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kavla",1,1,1 ], "War (1912-13)| Pop|: 46,887 (1971)| Ancient name: Neapolis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kavla",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Greece, in Macedonia on the Bay of Kavalla: an important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kawasaki",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Japan, on SE Honshu, between Tokyo and Yokohama: heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kawasaki",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 1,020,000 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kay",1,1,1 ], "the braggart foster brother and steward of King Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kayseri",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Turkey: trading centre since ancient times as the chief city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kayseri",1,1,1 ], "of Cappadocia| Pop|: 207,037 (1975)| Ancient name: Caesarea Mazaca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kaz Da",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for (Mount) Ida ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 1],"Capital: Alma-Ata| Pop|: 12,849,573 (1970)| Area: 2,715,100 sq| km (1,048,030 sq|",2). c_DEF([ "Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 1],"an administrative division of the S central Soviet Union, on the Caspian Sea|",1). c_DEF([ "Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 1],"miles)",3). c_DEF([ "Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 2],"Kazakstan",1). c_DEF([ "Kazakh",1,1,1 ], "a member of a traditionally Muslim Mongoloid people of the Kazakh SSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kazakh",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kazakh",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kazan Retto",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Japanese name for the Volcano Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kazan" ,2, 1, 1],"born 1909, U|S| stage and film director and writer, born in Turkey|His films",1). c_DEF([ "Kazan" ,2, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "Kazan" ,2, 1, 2],"On the Waterfront (1954), and East of Eden (1955)",1). c_DEF([ "Kazan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Soviet Union, capital of the Tatar ASSR on the River Volga:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kazan",1,1,1 ], "capital of an independent khanate in the 15th century; university (1804); a major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kazan",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre| Pop|: 946,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kazantzakis" ,1, 1, 1],"1885-1957, Greek novelist, poet, and dramatist, noted particularly for his",1). c_DEF([ "Kazantzakis" ,1, 1, 1],"novel",2). c_DEF([ "Kazantzakis" ,1, 1, 2],"and his epic poem The Odyssey (1938)",1). c_DEF([ "Kazbek",1,1,1 ], "Caucasus Mountains| Height: 5047 m (16,558 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kazbek",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcano in the S Soviet Union, in the N Georgian SSR in the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kdar",1,1,1 ], "1961-65) and first secretary of the Communist Party since 1965" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kdar",1,1,1 ], "born 1912, Hungarian statesman Communist prime minister of Hungary (1956-58;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kean",1,1,1 ], "1789-1833, English actor, noted for his Shakespearian roles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keaton",1,1,1 ], "Bill Junior (1927)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Keaton",1,1,1 ], "in silent films such as The Navigator (1924), The General (1926), and Steamboat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Keaton",1,1,1 ], "original name Joseph Francis Keaton| 1895-1966, U|S| film comedian who starred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keats",1,1,1 ], "1795-1821, English poet| His finest poetry is contained in Lamia and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keats",1,1,1 ], "Grecian Urn, To a Nightingale, To Autumn, and To Psyche" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Keats",1,1,1 ], "Poems (1820), which includes The Eve of St| Agnes, Hyperion, and the odes On a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Keble",1,1,1 ], "1792-1866, English clergyman| His sermon on national apostasy (1833) is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keble",1,1,1 ], "considered to have inspired the Oxford Movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kecskem",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Hungary: vineyards and fruit farms| Pop|: 77,000 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kedah",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 9425 sq| km (3639 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kedah",1,1,1 ], "1909; the chief exports are rice, tin, and rubber| Capital: Alor Star| Pop|: 952,421" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kedah",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW Malaysia: under Thai control until it came under the British in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kediri",1,1,1 ], "a city in Indonesia, in E Java: commercial centre| Pop|: 178,865 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kedron",1,1,1 ], "a ravine under the eastern wall of Jerusalem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keegan",1,1,1 ], "Hamburg (from 1977), and England (from 1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Keegan",1,1,1 ], "born 1951, English footballer: a striker, he played for Liverpool (1971-77)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keeling Islands",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Cocos Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keelung",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chilung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keewatin",1,1,1 ], "Area: 590,930 sq| km (228,160 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Keewatin",1,1,1 ], "an administrative district of the Northwest Territories of Canada stretching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keewatin",1,1,1 ], "from the district of Mackenzie to Hudson Bay: mostly tundra| Pop|: 3403 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Keighley",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 55,263 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Keighley",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire on the River Aire: textile industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keijo",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Japanese name for Seoul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keitel",1,1,1 ], "1882-1946, German field marshal chief of the supreme command of the armed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keitel",1,1,1 ], "forces (1938-45)|He was convicted at the Nuremberg trials and executed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kekkonen",1,1,1 ], "born 1900, Finnish statesman president since 1956" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kekulmula",1,1,1 ], "a regular hexagon with alternate double and single bonds joining them and with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kekulmula",1,1,1 ], "a representation of the benzene molecule as six carbon atoms at the corners of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kekulmula",1,1,1 ], "one hydrogen atom bound to each carbon atom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kel",1,1,1 ], "see K" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kelantan",1,1,1 ], "14,930 sq| km (5765 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kelantan",1,1,1 ], "1909; produces rice and rubber| Capital: Kota Bharu| Pop|: 684,312 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kelantan",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Malaysia: under Thai control until it came under the British in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keller",1,1,1 ], "1880-1968, U|S| author and lecturer| Blind and deaf from infancy, she was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keller",1,1,1 ], "taught to read, write, and speak and became noted for her work for the handicapped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kelly",1,1,1 ], "1855-80, Australian horse and cattle thief and bushranger, active in Victoria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kelly",1,1,1 ], "captured by the police and hanged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kelt",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Celt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kelvin scale",1,1,1 ], "International Practical Temperature Scale of 1968" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kelvin scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale of temperature in which the degree is equal to that on the Celsius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kelvin scale",1,1,1 ], "scale and the zero value is -273|15 degrees C| It has now been replaced by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kelvin",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Kelvin| 1824-1907, British physicist, noted for his work in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kelvin",1,1,1 ], "thermodynamics, inventing the Kelvin scale, and in electricity, pioneering undersea telegraphy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kemble",1,1,1 ], "Frances Anne, known as Fanny| 1809-93, English actress, in the U|S| from 1832" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kemble",1,1,2 ], "her uncle, John Philip| 1757-1823, English actor and theatrical manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kemerovo",1,1,1 ], "1932): Shcheglovsk" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kemerovo",1,1,1 ], "Basin, with important chemical plants| Pop|: 435,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kemerovo",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union: a major coal-mining centre of the Kuznetsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kempe",1,1,1 ], "1910-76, German orchestral conductor, noted esp| for his interpretations of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kempe",1,1,1 ], "Wagner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kempis",1,1,1 ], "1380-1471, German Augustinian monk, generally regarded as the author of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kempis",1,1,1 ], "devotional work The Imitation of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kendal green",1,1,1 ], "a green woollen cloth, formerly worn by foresters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kendal green",1,1,2 ], "the colour of this cloth, produced by a dye obtained from the woad plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kendal",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Cumbria: a gateway town to the Lake District, with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kendal",1,1,1 ], "ancient woollen industry| Pop|: 21,572 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kenilworth",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in Warwickshire: ruined 12th-century castle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kenilworth",1,1,1 ], "subject of Sir Walter Scott's novel Kenilworth|Pop|: 20,121 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1963-73) of Cape Canaveral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",2,1,1 ], "Edward Moore| born 1932, U|S| Democrat politician; senator since 1962" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",2,1,2 ], "civil rights reforms; assassinated" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",2,1,2 ], "his brother, John Fitzgerald| 1917-63, U|S| Democrat statesman; 35th president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",2,1,2 ], "of the U|S| (1961-63), the first Roman Catholic and the youngest man ever to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",2,1,2 ], "president| He demanded the withdrawal of Soviet missiles from Cuba (1962) and prepared" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",2,1,3 ], "general (1961-64) and senator for New York (1965-68); assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kennedy",2,1,3 ], "his brother, Robert Francis| 1925-68, U|S| Democrat statesman; attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kennelly",1,1,1 ], "1861-1939, U|S| electrical engineer: independently of Heaviside, he predicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kennelly",1,1,1 ], "Kennelly-Heaviside layer or E region" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kennelly",1,1,1 ], "the existence of an ionized layer in the upper atmosphere, known as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kenny method",1,1,1 ], "a method of treating poliomyelitis by applying hot moist packs to the affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kenny method",1,1,1 ], "muscles alternated by passive and later active movement of the muscles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kensington and Chelsea",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London, on the River Thames: Kensington Palace (17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kensington and Chelsea",1,1,1 ], "century) and gardens| Pop|: 161,400 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kent",1,1,1 ], "4237 sq| km (1636 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Kent",1,1,1 ], "Britain to be colonized by the Romans; one of the seven kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kent",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE England, on the English Channel: the first part of Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kent",1,1,1 ], "low-lying and agricultural, specializing in fruit and hops| There is a small coalfield on" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kent",1,1,1 ], "the S coast| Administrative centre: Maidstone| Pop|: 1,448,100 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kent",1,1,1 ], "until absorbed by Wessex in the 9th century a|d|Apart from the Downs it is mostly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kent",2,1,1 ], "1685-1748, English painter, architect, and landscape gardener" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentish",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Kent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentish",1,2,1 ], "the dialect of Old and Middle English spoken in Kent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky Derby",1,1,1 ], "Kentucky" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky Derby",1,1,1 ], "a race for three-year-old horses run annually since 1875 at Louisville," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky bluegrass",1,1,1 ], "North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky bluegrass",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian grass, Poa pratensis, grown for forage and naturalized throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky coffee tree",1,1,1 ], "a North American leguminous tree, Gymnocladus dioica, whose seeds, in brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky coffee tree",1,1,1 ], "curved pulpy pods, were formerly used as a coffee substitute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky",1,1,1 ], "Area: 102,693 sq| km (39,650 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky",1,1,1 ], "a state of the S central U|S|: consists of an undulating plain in the west," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky",1,1,1 ], "southwest, and the Appalachians in the east| Capital: Frankfort| Pop|: 3,219,311 (1970)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky",1,1,1 ], "the Bluegrass region in the centre, the Tennessee and Ohio River basins in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky",1,1,2 ], "a river in central Kentucky, rising in the Cumberland Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kentucky",1,1,2 ], "northwest to the Ohio River| Length: 417 km (259 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,1 ], "1895 and a colony in 1920; gained independence in 1963 and is a member of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth| Coffee constitutes about a third of the total exports| Official languages:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,1 ], "English and Swahili| Religions: animist and Christian| Currency: shilling| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,1 ], "Nairobi| Pop|: 10,942,705 (1969)| Area: 582,647 sq| km (224,960 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,1 ], "a republic in E Africa, on the Indian Ocean: became a British protectorate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,2 ], "(10,500 ft|) constitute Mount Kenya National Park|Height: 5200 m (17,058 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,2 ], "Africa; girth at 2400 m (8000 ft|) is about 150 km (95 miles)| The regions above 3200 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kenya",1,1,2 ], "Mount| an extinct volcano in central Kenya: the second highest mountain in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kenyatta",1,1,1 ], "(1953-59) elected president of the Kenya African National Union (1961) prime minister of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kenyatta",1,1,1 ], "1891-1978, Kenyan statesman: imprisoned as a leader of the Mau Mau revolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kenyatta",1,1,1 ], "independent Kenya (1963) and president (1964-78)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Keos",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Aegean Sea, in the NW Cyclades| Pop|: 4347 (1971)| Area: 174" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keos",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (67 sq| miles)| Italian name: Zea|Modern Greek name: Kea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kephallina",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the modern Greek name for Cephalonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler",1,1,1 ], "1571-1630, German astronomer|As discoverer of Kepler's laws of planetary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler",1,1,1 ], "motion he is regarded as one of the founders of modern astronomy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler",2,1,1 ], "a small crater in the NE quadrant of the moon, about 35 kilometres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler",2,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler's laws",1,1,1 ], "a planet sweeps out equal areas in equal times| The third states that the squares" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler's laws",1,1,1 ], "distances from the sun" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler's laws",1,1,1 ], "first states that the orbit of a planet describes an ellipse with the sun at one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler's laws",1,1,1 ], "focus| The second states that, during one orbit, the straight line joining the sun and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler's laws",1,1,1 ], "of the periods of any two planets are proportional to the cubes of their mean" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kepler's laws",1,1,1 ], "three laws of planetary motion published by Kepler between 1609 and 1619| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerala",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW India, on the Arabian Sea: formed in 1956, it includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerala",1,1,1 ], "former state of Travancore-Cochin; has the highest population density of any Indian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerala",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kerala",1,1,1 ], "state| Capital: Trivandrum| Pop|: 21,347,375 (1971)| Area: 38,855 sq| km (15,153 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kerbela",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Karbala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerch",1,1,1 ], "Greek colony in the 6th century b|c|; ceded to Russia in 1774; iron-mining and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kerch",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Soviet Union, in the Ukrainian SSR on the Kerch Peninsula and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerch",1,1,1 ], "fishing| Pop|: 149,000 (1975 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kerch",1,1,1 ], "the Strait of Kerch (linking the Black Sea with the Sea of Azov): founded as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerenski",1,1,1 ], "1881-1970, Russian liberal revolutionary leader prime minister (July-October" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerenski",1,1,1 ], "1917): overthrown by the Bolsheviks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerguelen",1,1,1 ], "(Kerguelen or Desolation Island) and 300 small islands; part of the French Southern and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerguelen",1,1,1 ], "Antarctic Territories" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kerguelen",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago in the S Indian Ocean: consists of one large volcanic island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerkrade",1,1,1 ], "a town in the SE Netherlands, in Limburg: one of the oldest coal-mining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerkrade",1,1,1 ], "centres in Europe| Pop|: 47,301 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerman",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Iran: carpet-making centre| Pop|: 100,000 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kermanshah",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kermanshah",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Iran, in the valley of the Qareh Su: oil refinery| Pop|: 249,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kern",1,1,1 ], "1885-1945, U|S| composer of musical comedies, esp| Show Boat (1927)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerouac",1,1,1 ], "original name Jean-Louis Lefris de Kerouac| 1922-69, U|S| novelist and poet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerouac",1,1,1 ], "the beat generation| His works include On the Road (1957) and Big Sur (1962)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerr effect",1,1,1 ], "application of a strong electric field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerr effect",1,1,1 ], "the production of double refraction in certain transparent substances by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerr effect",1,1,2 ], "a slight elliptical polarization of plane polarized light when reflected from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerr effect",1,1,2 ], "one of the poles of a strong magnet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerr",1,1,1 ], "Australia (1974-77), he dismissed the Labour prime minister Gough Whitlam (1975) amid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerr",1,1,1 ], "Sir John Robert| born 1914, Australian public servant| As governor general of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerr",1,1,1 ], "great controversy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kerry blue terrier",1,1,1 ], "a breed of terrier with a thick wavy grey coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerry",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW Ireland, in W Munster province: mostly mountainous (including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kerry",1,1,1 ], "islands| County town: Tralee| Pop|: 112,772 (1971)| Area: 4701 sq| km (1815 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kerry",1,1,1 ], "the highest peaks in Ireland), with a deeply indented coast and many offshore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kerry",2,1,1 ], "a small black breed of dairy cattle, originally from Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kesselring",1,1,1 ], "1885-1960, German field marshal|He commanded the Luftwaffe attacks on France," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kesselring",1,1,1 ], "Britain, and North Africa (1939-45) and on the western front (1945)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kesteven",1,1,1 ], "Lincolnshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kesteven",1,1,1 ], "an area in E England constituting a former administrative division of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keswick",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Keswick",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NW England, in the Lake District: tourist centre| Pop|: 5169" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kettering",1,1,1 ], "42,628 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kettering",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in Northamptonshire: footwear industry| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kew",1,1,1 ], "Thames: famous for Kew Gardens (the Royal Botanic Gardens), established in 1759 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kew",1,1,1 ], "given to the nation in 1841" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kew",1,1,1 ], "part of the Greater London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keynes",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Keynes| 1883-1946, English economist| In The General Theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Keynes",1,1,1 ], "Employment, Interest and Money (1936) he advocated the use of government fiscal and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Keynes",1,1,1 ], "helped to found the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Keynes",1,1,1 ], "monetary policy to adjust demand and maintain full employment without inflation He" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Khabarovsk",1,1,1 ], "500,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Khabarovsk",1,1,1 ], "a port in the E Soviet Union, on the Amur River: the administrative centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khabarovsk",1,1,1 ], "the whole Soviet Far Eastern territory until 1938; a major industrial centre| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khachaturian" ,1, 1, 1],"1903-78, Russian composer|His works, which often incorporate Armenian folk",1). c_DEF([ "Khachaturian" ,1, 1, 1],"tunes, include a piano concerto and the ballet",2). c_DEF([ "Khakass Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "61,900 sq| km (23,855 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Khakass Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Territory of the RSFSR: formed in 1930| Capital: Abakan| Pop|: 445,824 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khakass Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S central Soviet Union, in the Krasnoyarsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khalid ibn Abdul Aziz",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, king and President of the Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khalid ibn Abdul Aziz",1,1,1 ], "since 1975, when his brother King Faisal was assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khalk",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Chalcis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khalkha",1,1,1 ], "People's Republic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khalkha",1,1,1 ], "the dialect of Mongolian that is the official language of the Mongolian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khalkidiki",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Chalcidice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khama",1,1,1 ], "Sir Seretse (s@@!r$ets$I)| born 1921, Botswana statesman| He became the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khama",1,1,1 ], "president of Botswana in 1966" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khania",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Canea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kharkov",1,1,1 ], "SSR (1917-34); university (1805)| Pop|: 1,357,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kharkov",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR: capital of the Ukrainian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khartoum",1,1,1 ], "adjoining Khartoum North and Omdurman, the largest conurbation in the country destroyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khartoum",1,1,1 ], "by the Mahdists in 1885 when General Gordon was killed; seat of the Anglo-Egyptian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Khartoum",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Khartoum",1,1,1 ], "government of the Sudan until 1954, then capital of the new republic| Pop|: 261,840 (1971" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Khartoum",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Sudan, at the junction of the Blue and the White Nile: with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khelat",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kalat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kherson",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Ukrainian SSR on the Dnieper River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kherson",1,1,1 ], "near the Black Sea: shipyards| Pop|: 307,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khieu",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, Cambodian Communist statesman president of Cambodia since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khingan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of NE China, in W Manchuria| Highest peak: 2034 m (6673" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khingan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khirbet Qumran",1,1,1 ], "an archaeological site in NW Jordan, near the NW shore of the Dead Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khirbet Qumran",1,1,1 ], "includes the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khiva",1,1,1 ], "a former khanate of W Asia, on the Amu Darya River: divided between the Uzbek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khiva",1,1,1 ], "and Turkmen SSRs in 1924" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khmer Republic",1,1,1 ], "the former official name (1970-76) of Cambodia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khmer Rouge",1,1,1 ], "the Cambodian communist party, which seized power in a civil war (1970-75)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khmer",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of Cambodia, noted for a civilization that flourished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khmer",1,1,1 ], "from about 800 a|d| to about 1370, remarkable for its architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khmer",1,1,2 ], "language of Cambodia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khmer",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mon-Khmer family: the official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khmer",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khoikhoi",1,1,1 ], "a group of the Khoisan languages, spoken mostly by Hottentots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khoisan",1,1,1 ], "Tanzania| A characteristic phonological feature of these languages is the use of suction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Khoisan",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages, divided into the Khoikhoi and San subfamilies, spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khoisan",1,1,1 ], "in southern Africa by the Hottentots and Bushmen and by two small groups in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khoisan",1,1,1 ], "stops (clicks)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Khoisan",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khojent",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1936) of Leninabad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Chios" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khotan",1,1,1 ], "another name for Hotien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khrushchev",1,1,1 ], "1894-1971, Soviet statesman premier of the Soviet Union (1958-64)|On Stalin's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khrushchev",1,1,1 ], "1964" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Khrushchev",1,1,1 ], "a destalinization policy (1956)|As premier, he pursued a policy of peaceful" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Khrushchev",1,1,1 ], "coexistence with the West, but alienated Communist China|He was removed from office in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Khrushchev",1,1,1 ], "death he became first secretary of the Soviet Communist Party (1953-64) and initiated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Khufu",1,1,1 ], "the original name of Cheops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khulna",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Bangladesh| Pop|: 437,304 (1974)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khyber Pass",1,1,1 ], "a narrow pass over the Safed Koh Range between Afghanistan and Pakistan, over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Khyber Pass",1,1,1 ], "bitter fighting between the British and Afghans (1838-42, 1878-80)| Length: about 53" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Khyber Pass",1,1,1 ], "km (33 miles)| Highest point: 1072 m (3518 ft|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Khyber Pass",1,1,1 ], "which came the Persian, Greek, Tatar, Mogul, and Afghan invasions of India; scene of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kiangsi",1,1,1 ], "28,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 164,800 sq| km (64,300 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kiangsi",1,1,1 ], "Lake: mineral resources include coal and tungsten| Capital: Nanchang| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kiangsi",1,1,1 ], "a province of SE central China, in the basins of the Kan River and the Po-yang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiangsu",1,1,1 ], "(39,860 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kiangsu",1,1,1 ], "a province of E China, on the Yellow Sea: consists mostly of the marshy delta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiangsu",1,1,1 ], "of the Yangtze River, with some of China's largest cities and most densely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kiangsu",1,1,1 ], "populated areas| Capital: Nanking| Pop|: 55,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 102,200 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kiaochow",1,1,1 ], "(200 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kiaochow",1,1,1 ], "a territory of NE China, in SE Shantung province, surrounding Kiaochow Bay (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiaochow",1,1,1 ], "inlet of the Yellow Sea): leased to Germany from 1898 to 1914| Area: about 520 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kid",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Thomas)Kyd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kidd",1,1,1 ], "hanged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kidd",1,1,1 ], "known as Captain Kidd| 1645-1701, Scottish privateer, pirate, and murderer;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kidderminster",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in NE Hereford and Worcester on the River Stour:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kidderminster",1,1,1 ], "carpet industry| Pop|: 47,255 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kidderminster",1,1,2 ], "a type of ingrain reversible carpet originally made at Kidderminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiddush",1,1,1 ], "a traditional blessing recited over bread or a cup of wine on the Sabbath or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiddush",1,1,1 ], "festival" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kidron",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kedron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiel",1,1,1 ], "1284; became part of Denmark in 1773 and passed to Prussia in 1866; an important" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kiel",1,1,1 ], "265,587 (1974 est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kiel",1,1,1 ], "Canal (connecting the North Sea with the Baltic): joined the Hanseatic League in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kiel",1,1,1 ], "a port in N West Germany, capital of Schleswig-Holstein state, on the Kiel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiel",1,1,1 ], "naval base in World Wars I and II; shipbuilding and engineering industries| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kielce",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S Poland| Pop|: 142,000 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kierkegaard" ,1, 1, 1],"1813-55, Danish philosopher and theologian|He rejected organized Christianity",1). c_DEF([ "Kierkegaard" ,1, 1, 1],"and anticipated the existentialists in emphasizing man's moral responsibility and",2). c_DEF([ "Kierkegaard" ,1, 1, 1],"freedom of choice| His works include",3). c_DEF([ "Kierkegaard" ,1, 1, 2],"The Concept of Dread (1844), and The Sickness unto Death (1849)|",1). c_DEF([ "Kiev",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,947,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kiev",1,1,1 ], "River: formed the first Russian state by the late 9th century; university (1834)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kiev",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Ukrainian SSR, on the Dnieper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kigali",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Rwanda, in the central part| Pop|: 54,403 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kikldhes",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the modern Greek name for Cyclades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kikuyu",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of E Africa, living chiefly in Kenya on the high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kikuyu",1,1,1 ], "foothills around Mount Kenya" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kikuyu",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kikuyu",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kilauea",1,1,1 ], "a crater on the E side of Mauna Loa volcano, on SE Hawaii Island: the world's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kilauea",1,1,1 ], "largest active crater| Height: 1247 m (4090 ft|)| Width: 3 km (2 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kildare",1,1,1 ], "County town: Naas| Pop|: 71,977 (1971)| Area: 1694 sq| km (654 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kildare",1,1,1 ], "a county of E Ireland, in Leinster province: mostly low-lying and fertile|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kilimanjaro",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic massif in N Tanzania: the highest peak in Africa; extends from east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kilimanjaro",1,1,1 ], "to west for 80 km (50 miles)| Height: 5895 m (19,340 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kilkenny",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE Ireland, in Leinster province: mostly agricultural| County" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kilkenny",1,1,1 ], "town: Kilkenny| Pop|: 61,473 (1971)| Area: 2062 sq| km (796 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kilkenny",1,1,2 ], "a market town in SE Ireland, county town of Co| Kilkenny: capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kilkenny",1,1,2 ], "ancient kingdom of Ossory| Pop|: 12,351 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Killarney",1,1,1 ], "Killarney|Pop|: 7150 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Killarney",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Ireland, in Co| Kerry: a tourist centre near the Lakes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Killiecrankie",1,1,1 ], "Dundee" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Killiecrankie",1,1,1 ], "a pass in central Scotland, in the Grampians: scene of a battle (1689) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Killiecrankie",1,1,1 ], "which the Jacobites defeated William III's forces but lost their leader, Viscount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kilmarnock",1,1,1 ], "Burns; engineering and textile industries; whisky blending| Pop|: 48,785 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kilmarnock",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Scotland, in SW Strathclyde region: associations with Robert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kilung",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chilung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kim Il Sung",1,1,1 ], "born 1912, North Korean statesman and marshal; prime minister (1948-72) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kim Il Sung",1,1,1 ], "president (since 1972) of North Korea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kimberley",1,1,1 ], "126 days during the Boer War; diamond-mining and -marketing centre, with heavy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kimberley",1,1,1 ], "a city in central South Africa, in N Cape Province: besieged (1899-1900) for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kimberley",1,1,1 ], "engineering works| Pop|: 103,789 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kimberley",1,1,2 ], "a plateau region of NW Australia, in N Western Australia: consists of rugged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kimberley",1,1,2 ], "mountains surrounded by grassland| Area: about 360,000 sq| km (140,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kinabalu",1,1,1 ], "Borneo| Height: 4125 m (13,533 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kinabalu",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Malaysia, on N Borneo in central Sabah: the highest peak in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kincardine",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of E Scotland, now part of Grampian region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kinchinjunga",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kangchenjunga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King Charles spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a toy breed of spaniel with very long ears and a wavy coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King James Version",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Authorized Version" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,1 ], "1966-68, 1972-73, and 1975; U|S| champion 1967, 1971-72, and 1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,1 ], "Billie Jean (n'ee Moffitt)| born 1943, U|S| tennis player: Wimbledon champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,2 ], "Martin Luther| 1929-68, U|S| Baptist minister and civil rights leader| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,2 ], "advocated nonviolence in his campaigns against the segregation of Negroes in the South:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,2 ], "assassinated: Nobel peace prize 1964" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,3 ], "Riley, called BBKing| born 1925, U|S| blues singer and guitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,4 ], "(1921-26; 1926-30; 1935-48)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "King",1,1,4 ], "William Lyon Mackenzie| 1874-1950, Canadian Liberal statesman; prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's Bench",1,1,1 ], "(when the sovereign is male) another name for Queen's Bench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's Counsel",1,1,1 ], "(when the sovereign is male) another name for Queen's Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's English",1,1,1 ], "(esp| when the British sovereign is male) standard Southern British English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's Lynn",1,1,1 ], "a market town in E England, in Norfolk on the estuary of the Great Ouse near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's Lynn",1,1,1 ], "the Wash: a leading port in the Middle Ages| Pop|: 30,102 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "King's Regulations",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and the Commonwealth when the sovereign is male) the code of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's Regulations",1,1,1 ], "conduct for members of the armed forces that deals with discipline, aspects of military" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "King's Regulations",1,1,1 ], "law, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "King's Scout",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and the Commonwealth when the sovereign is male) another name for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's Scout",1,1,1 ], "Queen's Scout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "King's Scout",1,1,2 ], "U|S| equivalent: Eagle Scout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's proctor",1,1,1 ], "(in England when the sovereign is male) an official empowered to intervene in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's proctor",1,1,1 ], "divorce and certain other cases when it is alleged that facts are being suppressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "King's speech",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and the dominions of the Commonwealth when the sovereign is male)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "King's speech",1,1,1 ], "another name for the speech from the throne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kings",1,1,1 ], "(in versions based on the Hebrew, including the Authorized Version) either of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kings",1,1,1 ], "and Israel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kings",1,1,1 ], "the two books called I and II Kings, recounting the histories of the kings of Judah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kingsley",1,1,1 ], "1819-75, English clergyman and author| His works include the historical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingsley",1,1,1 ], "Water Babies (1863)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kingsley",1,1,1 ], "romances Westward Ho!(1855) and Hereward the Wake (1866) and the children's story The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston upon Hull",1,1,1 ], "the official name of Hull ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston upon Thames",1,1,1 ], "a borough of SW Greater London, on the River Thames: formed in 1965 by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston upon Thames",1,1,1 ], "amalgamation of several former boroughs of Surrey| Pop|: 135,600 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston",1,1,1 ], "Indies| Pop|: 117,400 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Jamaica, on the SE coast: University of the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Canada, in SE Ontario: the chief naval base of Lake Ontario and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston",1,1,2 ], "large industrial centre; university (1841)| Pop|: 59,047 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kingston",1,1,3 ], "short for Kingston upon Thames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingstown",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 23,645 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kingstown",1,1,1 ], "a port in the West Indies, in the Windward Islands, capital of St| Vincent|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingwana",1,1,1 ], "a language of Zaire in W Africa, closely related to Swahili and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kingwana",1,1,1 ], "lingua franca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kinross",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of E central Scotland, now part of Tayside region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kinsey",1,1,1 ], "1894-1956, U|S| zoologist, who directed a survey of human sexual behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kinshasa",1,1,1 ], "(1954)| Pop|: 2,008,352 (1974 est|)| Former name (until 1966): Leopoldville" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kinshasa",1,1,1 ], "of the Belgian Congo in 1929 and of the new republic of Zaire in 1960; university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kinshasa",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Zaire, on the River Congo opposite Brazzaville: became capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kioto",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kyoto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kipling",1,1,1 ], "(1894, 1895), Stalky and Co" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kipling",1,1,1 ], "(Joseph)Rudyard| 1865-1936, English poet, short-story writer, and novelist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kipling",1,1,1 ], "born in India| His works include Barrack-Room Ballads (1892), the two Jungle Books" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kipling",1,1,2 ], "(1899), Kim (1901), and the Just So Stories (1902): Nobel prize for literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kipling",1,1,2 ], "1907" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kipp's apparatus",1,1,1 ], "a laboratory apparatus for producing a gas, usually hydrogen sulphide, by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kipp's apparatus",1,1,1 ], "action of a liquid on a solid without heating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff",1,1,1 ], "1824-87, German physicist|With Bunsen he developed the method of spectrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff",1,1,1 ], "analysis that led to their discovery of caesium (1860) and rubidium (1861): also worked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff",1,1,1 ], "on electrical networks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff's laws",1,1,1 ], "circuit is zero| The second states that in a closed loop of a circuit the algebraic sum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff's laws",1,1,1 ], "of the products of the resistances and the currents flowing through them is equal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff's laws",1,1,1 ], "states that the algebraic sum of all the electric currents meeting at any point in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff's laws",1,1,1 ], "to the algebraic sum of all the electromotive forces acting in the loop" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kirchhoff's laws",1,1,1 ], "two laws describing the flow of currents in electric circuits| The first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 1],"1864| Capital: Frunze| Pop|: 2,932,805 (1970)| Area: 198,500 sq| km (76,460 sq|",2). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 1],"an administrative division of the S central Soviet Union: annexed by Russia in",1). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 1],"miles)",3). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1, 1, 2],"Kirghizia, Kirgizia",1). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz Steppe",1,1,1 ], "a vast steppe region of the SW Soviet Union, in the central Kazakh SSR| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz Steppe",1,1,1 ], "called: (the)Steppes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of the Soviet Union, inhabiting a vast area of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz",1,1,1 ], "central Siberia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirghiz",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirin",1,1,1 ], "23,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 187,000 sq| km (72,930 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirin",1,1,1 ], "a province of NE China, in central Manchuria| Capital: Changchun| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirin",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 720,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirin",1,1,2 ], "a river port in NE China, in N central Kirin province on the Sungari River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirk",1,1,1 ], "Informal| the Presbyterian Church of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirk",2,1,1 ], "1923-74, prime minister of New Zealand (1972-74)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkby",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in N Merseyside| Pop|: 59,759 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkcaldy",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Scotland, in SE Fife on the Firth of Forth| Pop|: 50,338 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkcudbright",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SW Scotland, now part of Dumfries and Galloway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkcudbright",1,1,1 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkpatrick",1,1,1 ], "Height: 4554 m (14,942 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkpatrick",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Antarctica, in S Victoria Land in the Queen Alexandra Range|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkuk",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean| Pop|: 175,303 (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkuk",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Iraq: centre of a rich oilfield with pipelines to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkwall",1,1,1 ], "4618 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkwall",1,1,1 ], "Orkney, on the N coast of Mainland: cathedral built by Norsemen (begun in 1137)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirkwall",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Scotland, administrative centre of the island authority of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirman",1,1,1 ], "a Persian carpet or rug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirov",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, on the Vyatka River: an early trading centre;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirov",1,1,1 ], "engineering industries| Pop|: 371,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (1780-1934): Vyatka" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirov",2,1,1 ], "1888-1934, Soviet politician one of Stalin's chief aides|His assassination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirov",2,1,1 ], "was the starting point for Stalin's purge of the Communist Party (1934-38)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirovabad",1,1,1 ], "Russians in 1804; centre of a cotton-growing region| Pop|: 207,000 (1975 est|)| Former" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirovabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the NW Azerbaijan SSR: annexed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirovabad",1,1,1 ], "names: Gandzha (until 1813 and 1920-35), Yelisavetpol (1813-1920)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kirovograd",1,1,1 ], "Former names: Yelisavetgrad (until 1924), Zinoviyevsk (1924-36)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kirovograd",1,1,1 ], "River: manufacturing centre of a rich agricultural area| Pop|: 218,000 (1975 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirovograd",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the S central Ukrainian SSR on the Ingul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirsch",1,1,1 ], "a brandy distilled from cherries, made chiefly in the Black Forest in Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirsch",1,1,1 ], "and in the Jura and Vosges districts of France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kiruna",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Sweden: iron-mining centre| Pop|: 30,534 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kirundi",1,1,1 ], "Niger-Congo family and closely related to Rwanda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kirundi",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Burundi, belonging to the Bantu group of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kisangani",1,1,1 ], "1966): Stanleyville" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kisangani",1,1,1 ], "Falls: Universite Libre du Congo (1963)| Pop|: 310,705 (1974 est|)| Former name (until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kisangani",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Zaire, at the head of navigation of the River Congo below Stanley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kishinev",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Moldavian SSR on the Byk River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kishinev",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Rumanian name: Chisinvau" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kishinev",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing centre of a rich agricultural region; university (1945)| Pop|: 452,000 (1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kislev",1,1,1 ], "the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in November and December" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kislev",1,1,1 ], "the ninth month of the civil year and the third of the ecclesiastical year in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kismayu",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chisimaio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kissinger",1,1,1 ], "Nixon for national security affairs (1968-73); Secretary of State (1973-76): shared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kissinger",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, U|S| academic and diplomat, born in Germany; assistant to President" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kissinger",1,1,1 ], "the Nobel Peace Prize 1972" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kistna",1,1,1 ], "another name for the (River)Krishna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kisumu",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Kenya, in Nyanza province on the NE shore of Lake Victoria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kisumu",1,1,1 ], "fishing and trading centre| Pop|: 30,700 (1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kitakyushu",1,1,1 ], "a port in Japan, on N Kyushu: formed in 1963 by the amalgamation of the cities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kitakyushu",1,1,1 ], "centres| Pop|: 1,060,000 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kitakyushu",1,1,1 ], "of Wakamatsu, Yahata, Tobata, Kokura, and Moji; one of Japan's largest industrial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kitchener",1,1,1 ], "Hills, it was renamed Berlin in 1830 and Kitchener in 1916| Pop|: 111,804 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kitchener",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in SE Canada, in S Ontario: founded in 1806 as Dutch Sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kitchener",2,1,1 ], "1st Earl Kitchener of Khartoum| 1850-1916, British field marshal| As head of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kitchener",2,1,1 ], "India| He conducted the mobilization of the British army for World War I as war" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kitchener",2,1,1 ], "Khartoum; he also commanded British forces (1900-02) in the Boer War and (1902-09) in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kitchener",2,1,1 ], "minister (1914-16)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kitchener",2,1,1 ], "the Egyptian army (1892-98), he expelled the Mahdi from the Sudan (1898), occupying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kite mark",1,1,1 ], "articles approved by the British Standards Institution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kite mark",1,1,1 ], "the official mark of quality and reliability, in the form of a kite, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kitty Hawk",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE North Carolina, near Kill Devil Hill, where the Wright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kitty Hawk",1,1,1 ], "brothers made the first aeroplane flight in the U|S| (1903)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kitwe",1,1,1 ], "(1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kitwe",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Zambia: commercial centre of the Copper Belt| Pop|: 199,798" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiushu",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kyushu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kivu",1,1,1 ], "(4790 ft|)| Area: 2698 sq| km (1042 sq| miles)| Depth: (maximum) 475 m (1558 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kivu",1,1,1 ], "a lake in central Africa, between Zaire and Rwanda at an altitude of 1460 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiwanis",1,1,1 ], "a North American organization of men's clubs founded in 1915 to promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kiwanis",1,1,1 ], "community service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kizil Irmak",1,1,1 ], "a river in Turkey, rising in the Kizil Dag and flowing southwest, northwest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kizil Irmak",1,1,1 ], "and northeast to the Black Sea: the longest river in Asia Minor| Length: about 1150" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kizil Irmak",1,1,1 ], "km (715 miles)| Ancient name: Halys" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kkyra",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Corfu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klagenfurt",1,1,1 ], "74,326 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klagenfurt",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Austria, capital of Carinthia province: tourist centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klaipeda",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Soviet Union, in the Lithuanian SSR on the Baltic:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klaipeda",1,1,1 ], "shipbuilding| Pop|: 164,000 (1975 est|)| German name: Memel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klan",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) short for Ku Klux Klan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klansman",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Ku Klux Klan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klausenburg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Cluj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klber",1,1,1 ], "1753-1800, French general, who succeeded Napoleon as commander in Egypt (1799)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klber",1,1,1 ], "assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klebs-Lfler bacillus",1,1,1 ], "a rodlike Gram-positive bacterium, Corynebacterium diphtheriae, that causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klebs-Lfler bacillus",1,1,1 ], "diphtheria: family Corynebacteriaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klee",1,1,1 ], "1879-1940, Swiss painter and etcher|A founder member of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klee",1,1,2 ], "der Blaue Reiter, he subsequently evolved an intensely personal style of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klee",1,1,2 ], "unusual fantasy and wit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kleenex",1,1,1 ], "a kind of soft paper tissue, used esp| as a handkerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klein bottle",1,1,1 ], "a one-sided surface having no edges that encloses a three-dimensional space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klein bottle",1,1,1 ], "and is formed by inserting the smaller end of an open tapered tube through the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klein bottle",1,1,1 ], "surface of the tube and making this end contiguous with the other end" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kleist",1,1,1 ], "(Bernd)Heinrich (Wilhelm)von| 1777-1811, German dramatist, poet, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kleist",1,1,1 ], "The Prince of Homburg (published 1821)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kleist",1,1,1 ], "short-story writer| His plays include The Broken Pitcher (1808), Penthesilea (1808), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klemperer",1,1,1 ], "1885-1973, orchestral conductor, born in Germany| He was best known for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klemperer",1,1,1 ], "interpretations of Beethoven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kler",1,1,1 ], "1887-1967, German psychologist, a leading exponent of gestalt psychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klimt",1,1,1 ], "1862-1918, Austrian painter|He founded the Vienna Sezession (1897), a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klimt",1,1,1 ], "painters influenced by art nouveau" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kline",1,1,1 ], "1910-62, U|S| abstract expressionist painter|His works are characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kline",1,1,1 ], "heavy black strokes on a white or grey background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klondike",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW Canada, in the Yukon in the basin of the Klondike River: site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klondike",1,1,1 ], "about 2100 sq| km (800 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Klondike",1,1,1 ], "of rich gold deposits, discovered in 1896 but largely exhausted by 1910| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klondike",1,1,2 ], "Length: about 145 km (90 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Klondike",1,1,2 ], "a river in NW Canada, rising in the Yukon and flowing west to the Yukon River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Klopstock" ,1, 1, 1],"1724-1803, German poet, noted for his religious epic",1). c_DEF([ "Klopstock" ,1, 1, 2],"and for his odes",1). c_DEF([ "Kneller",1,1,1 ], "Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kneller",1,1,1 ], "Sir Godfrey| 1646-1723, portrait painter at the English court, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knesset",1,1,1 ], "the unicameral parliament of Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knickerbocker",1,1,1 ], "a descendant of the original Dutch settlers of New York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knickerbocker",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of New York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kniggr",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Hradec Kralove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knight Templar",1,1,1 ], "another term for Templar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knights Hospitallers",1,1,1 ], "(1096-99) among European crusaders| It took its name from a hospital and hostel in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Knights Hospitallers",1,1,1 ], "Jerusalem| Full name: Knights of the Hospital of St| John of Jerusalem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Knights Hospitallers",1,1,1 ], "a military religious order founded about the time of the first crusade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knights of the Round Table",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) an order of knights created by King Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knigsberg",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1946) of Kaliningrad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knigshte",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Chorzow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knitra",1,1,1 ], "another name for Mina Hassan Tani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knossos",1,1,1 ], "a ruined city in N central Crete: remains of the Minoan Bronze Age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knossos",1,1,1 ], "civilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Knox",1,1,1 ], "1505-72, Scottish theologian and historian| In exile during the reign of Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knox",1,1,1 ], "I of England (1553-58), he returned to Scotland in 1559 and established the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Knox",1,1,1 ], "Presbyterian Church of Scotland (1560)| His chief historical work was the History of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Knox",1,1,1 ], "Reformation in Scotland (1586)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Knoxville",1,1,1 ], "(1796-1812; 1817-19)| Pop|: 182,276 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Knoxville",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in E Tennessee, on the Tennessee River: state capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knt|",1,1,1 ], "Knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Knut",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Canute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ko",1,1,1 ], "the Danish name for Copenhagen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kobarid",1,1,1 ], "Italian name: Caporetto" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kobarid",1,1,1 ], "a village in NW Yugoslavia, in Slovenia on the Isonzo River: part of Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kobarid",1,1,1 ], "until 1947; scene of the defeat of the Italians by Austro-German forces (1917)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kobe",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Japan, on S Honshu on Osaka Bay: formed in 1889 by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kobe",1,1,1 ], "amalgamation of Hyogo and Kobe; a major industrial complex, producing ships, steel, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kobe",1,1,1 ], "rubber goods| Pop|: 1,360,000 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Koblenz",1,1,1 ], "119,476,(1974 est|)| Latin name: Confluentes" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Koblenz",1,1,1 ], "Province (1824-1945) and of the Rhineland-Palatinate (1946-50); wine trade centre| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Koblenz",1,1,1 ], "Rivers Moselle and Rhine: ruled by the archbishop-electors of Trier from 1018 until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Koblenz",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in the Rhineland-Palatinate at the confluence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koblenz",1,1,1 ], "occupied by the French in 1794; passed to Prussia in 1815, becoming capital of the Rhine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Koch",1,1,1 ], "1843-1910, German bacteriologist, who isolated the anthrax bacillus (1876)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koch",1,1,1 ], "physiology and medicine 1905" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Koch",1,1,1 ], "the tubercle bacillus (1882), and the cholera bacillus (1883): Nobel prize for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kochi",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on central Shikoku on Urado Bay| Pop|: 274,609 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kochi",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kodaly" ,1, 1, 1],"1882-1967, Hungarian composer|His works were often inspired by native folk",1). c_DEF([ "Kodaly" ,1, 1, 1],"songs and include the comic opera",2). c_DEF([ "Kodaly" ,1, 1, 2],"and Psalmus Hungaricus (1923) for chorus and orchestra|",1). c_DEF([ "Kodiak bear",1,1,1 ], "Alaskan islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kodiak bear",1,1,1 ], "a large variety of the brown bear, Ursus arctos, inhabiting Kodiak and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kodiak",1,1,1 ], "an island in S Alaska, in the Gulf of Alaska: site of the first European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kodiak",1,1,1 ], "settlement in Alaska, made by Russians in 1784| Pop|: 9409 (1970)| Area: 8974 sq| km (3465" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kodiak",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kodok",1,1,1 ], "the modern name for Fashoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koestler",1,1,1 ], "(1959), The Act of Creation (1964), and The Ghost in the Machine (1967)reflect his" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Koestler",1,1,1 ], "born 1905, British writer born in Hungary| Of his early antitotalitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koestler",1,1,1 ], "interest in science, philosophy, and psychology" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Koestler",1,1,1 ], "novels Darkness at Noon (1940) is outstanding| His later works, The Sleepwalkers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kofu",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on S Honshu: hot springs| Pop|: 193,406 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koheleth",1,1,1 ], "Ecclesiastes or its author, supposedly Solomon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kohima",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-Indian troops (1944)| Pop|: 21,545 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kohima",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, capital of Nagaland, near the Burmese border: fierce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kohima",1,1,1 ], "fighting in World War II, when it was taken by the Japanese and recaptured by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kohinoor",1,1,1 ], "a very large oval Indian diamond, part of the British crown jewels since 1849," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kohinoor",1,1,1 ], "weighing 108|8 carats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kohoutek",1,1,1 ], "a comet of almost parabolic orbit that reached its closest approach to the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kohoutek",1,1,1 ], "in Dec| 1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Koine",1,1,1 ], "Alexander the Great and was widely used throughout the E Mediterranean area in Roman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Koine",1,1,1 ], "the| the Ancient Greek dialect that was the lingua franca of the empire of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koine",1,1,1 ], "times" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kokand",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the NE Uzbek SSR| Pop|: 150,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koko Nor",1,1,1 ], "a lake in W China, in Tsinghai province in the NE Tibetan Highlands at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koko Nor",1,1,1 ], "altitude of about 3000 m (10,000 ft|): the largest lake in China| Area: about 4100 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Koko Nor",1,1,1 ], "km (1600 sq| miles)| Chinese name: Tsinghai" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kokoschka",1,1,1 ], "born 1886, Austrian expressionist painter and dramatist, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kokoschka",1,1,1 ], "landscapes and portraits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kokura",1,1,1 ], "a former city in SW Japan, on N Kyushu: merged with adjacent townships in 1963" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kokura",1,1,1 ], "to form the new city of Kitakyushu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kol Nidre",1,1,1 ], "of all one's vows of the preceding year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kol Nidre",1,1,1 ], "the opening prayer recited on the eve of Yom Kippur, containing an annulment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kola Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of the NW Soviet Union, between the Barents and White Seas: forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kola Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kola Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "most of the Murmansk Region of the RSFSR| Area: about 130,000 sq| km (50,000 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kolar Gold Fields",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 118,861 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kolar Gold Fields",1,1,1 ], "a city in S India, in SE Karnataka: a major gold-mining centre since 1881|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolding",1,1,1 ], "Little Belt)| Pop|: 40,176 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kolding",1,1,1 ], "a port in Denmark, in E Jutland at the head of Kolding Fjord (an inlet of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolhapur",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, in S Maharashtra: university (1963)| Pop|: 259,050 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kollwitz",1,1,1 ], "1867-1945, German lithographer and sculptress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolmar",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Colmar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolomna",1,1,1 ], "Rivers: railway engineering centre| Pop|: 144,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kolomna",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, at the confluence of the Moskva and Oka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolozsv",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Cluj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolyma Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the NE Soviet Union, in NE Siberia, extending about 1100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolyma Range",1,1,1 ], "km (700 miles) between the Kolyma River and the Sea of Okhotsk| Highest peak: 1862" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kolyma Range",1,1,1 ], "m (6109 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kolyma",1,1,1 ], "Sea of Okhotsk and flowing generally north to the East Siberian Sea| Length: 2600" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kolyma",1,1,1 ], "a river in the NE Soviet Union, rising in the Kolyma Mountains north of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kolyma",1,1,1 ], "km (1615 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Komati",1,1,1 ], "a river in southern Africa, rising in South Africa in SE Transvaal and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Komati",1,1,1 ], "about 800 km (500 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Komati",1,1,1 ], "east through Swaziland and Mozambique to the Indian Ocean at Delagoa Bay| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Komi Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Moscow in the 14th century| Capital: Syktyvkar| Pop|: 964,802 (1970)| Area: 415,900" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Komi Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the NW Soviet Union: annexed by the princes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Komi Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (160,540 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Komi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Finnish people living chiefly in the Komi ASSR, in the NW Urals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Komi",1,1,2 ], "the Finno-Ugric language of this people; Zyrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kommunarsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR| Pop|: 129,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kommunarsk",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kommunizma Peak",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union| Height: 7495 m (24,590 ft|)| Former name: Stalin Peak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kommunizma Peak",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in the SE Tadzhik SSR in the Pamirs: the highest mountain in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Komodo dragon",1,1,1 ], "Indian islands: grows to a length of 3 metres (about 10 feet) and a weight of 135" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Komodo dragon",1,1,1 ], "kilograms (about 300 lbs|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Komodo dragon",1,1,1 ], "the largest monitor lizard, Varanus komodoensis, of Komodo and other East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Komsomol",1,1,1 ], "the youth association of the Soviet Union for 14- to 26-year-olds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Komsomolsk",1,1,1 ], "Amur River: built by members of the Komsomol in 1932| Pop|: 240,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Komsomolsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the E Soviet Union, in the S Khabarovsk Territory on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Konakry",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of Conakry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kongo",1,1,1 ], "Zaire, the Congo Republic, and Angola" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kongo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of Africa living in the tropical forests of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kongo",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kongo",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Konstanz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Constance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Konya",1,1,1 ], "Lycaonia| Pop|: 246,727 (1975)| Ancient name: Iconium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Konya",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW central Turkey: in ancient times a Phrygian city and capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kooning",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, U|S| abstract expressionist painter, born in Holland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kootenay",1,1,1 ], "a river in W North America, rising in SE British Columbia and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kootenay",1,1,1 ], "broadening into Kootenay Lake, then flowing to the Columbia River| Length: 655 km (407" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kootenay",1,1,1 ], "into NW Montana, then north into Idaho before re-entering British Columbia," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kootenay",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kopeisk",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 156,000 (1975 est|)| Former name: Kopi " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kopeisk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, in Chelyabinsk Region: lignite-mining|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Koran",1,1,1 ], "dictated to Mohammed through the medium of the angel Gabriel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Koran",1,1,1 ], "the sacred book of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the infallible word of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korbut",1,1,1 ], "1972 Olympic Games" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Korbut",1,1,1 ], "born 1955, Soviet gymnast: noted for her highly individualistic style, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korbut",1,1,1 ], "greatly increased the popularity of the sport, esp| following her performance in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Korc",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SE Albania| Pop|: 47,300 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korchnoi",1,1,1 ], "born 1931, Soviet chess player: Soviet champion 1960, 1962, and 1964" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kordofan",1,1,1 ], "(the Nuba Mountains)| Capital: El Obeid| Pop|: 2,010,289 (1973)| Area: 380,548 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kordofan",1,1,1 ], "a province of the central Sudan: consists of a plateau with rugged uplands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kordofan",1,1,1 ], "km (146,930 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kordofanian",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages spoken in the Kordofan and Nuba Hills of the S Sudan:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kordofanian",1,1,1 ], "classed as an independent family, probably distantly related to Niger-Congo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kordofanian",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kordofanian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Kordofan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korea Strait",1,1,1 ], "East China Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Korea Strait",1,1,1 ], "a strait between South Korea and SW Japan, linking the Sea of Japan with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korea",1,1,1 ], "Korean name: Choson|Japanese name (1910-45): Chosen" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Korea",1,1,1 ], "a former country in E Asia, occupying the peninsula between the Sea of Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korea",1,1,1 ], "and the Yellow Sea: an isolated vassal of Manchu China for three centuries until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Korea",1,1,1 ], "annexed to Japan in 1910 and divided in 1945 into two occupation zones (Russian in the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Korea",1,1,1 ], "north, American in the south), which became North Korea and South Korea in 1948|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Korea",1,1,1 ], "the opening of ports to Japanese trade in 1876; gained independence in 1895;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Korean War",1,1,1 ], "South Korea, supported by the U|S| and other members of the UN" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Korean War",1,1,1 ], "the war (1950-53) fought between North Korea, aided by Communist China, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Korea, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korean",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Korea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korean",1,2,2 ], "any other language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Korean",1,2,2 ], "the official language of North and South Korea, of no known relationship to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kortrijk",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Courtrai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korzybski",1,1,1 ], "1879-1950, U|S| originator of the theory and study of general semantics, born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Korzybski",1,1,1 ], "in Poland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kos",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SE Aegean Sea, in the Greek Dodecanese Islands: separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kos",1,1,1 ], "famous for literature and medicine| Pop|: 17,939 (1971)| Area: 282 sq| km (109 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kos",1,1,1 ], "from SW Turkey by the Kos Channel;settled in ancient times by Dorians and became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kos",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kosciusko",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Australia, in SE New South Wales in the Australian Alps: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kosciusko",1,1,1 ], "highest peak in Australia| Height: 2230 m (7316 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kosciusko",2,1,1 ], "Polish name Tadeusz Kosciuszko| 1746-1817, Polish general: fought for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kosciusko",2,1,1 ], "colonists in the War of Independence and led an unsuccessful revolt against the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kosciusko",2,1,1 ], "partitioning of Poland (1794)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kosice" ,1, 1, 1],"Pop|: 166,240 (1974 est|)| Hungarian name: Kassa",2). c_DEF([ "Kosice" ,1, 1, 1],"a city in SE Czechoslovakia: passed from Hungary to Czechoslovakia in 1920|",1). c_DEF([ "Kosovo-Metohija",1,1,1 ], "1,242,272 (1971)| Area: 10,350 sq| km (4000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kosovo-Metohija",1,1,1 ], "an autonomous region in S central Yugoslavia, in SW Serbia: created in 1946" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kosovo-Metohija",1,1,1 ], "from parts of Serbia and Montenegro; mainly a plateau| Capital: Privstina|Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kossuth",1,1,1 ], "1802-94, Hungarian statesman|He led the revolution against Austria (1848) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kossuth",1,1,1 ], "was provisional governor (1849), but he fled when the revolt was suppressed (1849)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kostroma",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 244,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kostroma",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, on the River Volga: fought over bitterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kostroma",1,1,1 ], "by Novgorod, Tver, and Moscow, until annexed by Moscow in 1329; textile centre|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kosygin",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, Soviet statesman premier of the Soviet Union since 1964" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kota Bharu",1,1,1 ], "a port in Malaysia, on the SE Malay Peninsula: capital of Kelantan state on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kota Bharu",1,1,1 ], "the delta of the Kelantan River| Pop|: 55,052 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kota Kinabalu",1,1,1 ], "a port in Malaysia, capital of Sabah state on the South China Sea: exports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kota Kinabalu",1,1,1 ], "timber and rubber| Pop|: 41,830 (1970)| Former name: Jesselton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kota",1,1,1 ], "212,991 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kota",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW India, in Rajasthan on the Chambal River: textile industry| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kotabaru",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Djajapura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kovno",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for Kaunas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kovrov",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, on the Klyazma River: textiles and heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kovrov",1,1,1 ], "engineering| Pop|: 135,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Koweit",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kuwait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kowloon",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of SE China, opposite Hong Kong Island: part of the British colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kowloon",1,1,1 ], "of Hong Kong| Area: 10 sq| km (3|75 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kowloon",1,1,2 ], "a port in Hong Kong, on Kowloon Peninsula| Pop|: 716,272 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kozhikode",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW India, in W Kerala on the Malabar coast: important European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kozhikode",1,1,1 ], "name: Calicut" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kozhikode",1,1,1 ], "trading post (1511-1765): formerly calico-manufacturing| Pop|: 333,979 (1971)| Former" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kr",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for krypton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kra",1,1,1 ], "an isthmus of SW Thailand, between the Bay of Bengal and the Gulf of Siam: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kra",1,1,1 ], "narrowest part of the Malay Peninsula| Width: about 56 km (35 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krafft-Ebing",1,1,1 ], "Baron von Krafft-Ebing| 1840-1902, German neurologist and psychiatrist author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krafft-Ebing",1,1,1 ], "of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krafft-Ebing",1,1,2 ], "Psychopathia Sexualis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kragujevac",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central Yugoslavia, in Serbia; capital of Serbia (1818-39);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kragujevac",1,1,1 ], "automobile industry| Pop|: 71,180 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krak",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Cracow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krakatoa",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in Indonesia, in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krakatoa",1,1,1 ], "eruptions 44 years later formed a new island, Anak Krakatau " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Krakatoa",1,1,1 ], "partially destroyed by its eruption in 1883, the greatest in recorded history| Further" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krakau",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Cracow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kramatorsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR: a major industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kramatorsk",1,1,1 ], "centre of the Donets Basin| Pop|: 165,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kranj",1,1,1 ], "the Slovene name for Carniola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krasnodar",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krasnodar",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, on the Kuban River| Pop|: 532,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krasnoyarsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E central Soviet Union, on the Yenisei River: the country's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krasnoyarsk",1,1,1 ], "largest hydroelectric power station is nearby| Pop|: 748,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kraut",1,2,1 ], "a derogatory word for German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krebs cycle",1,1,1 ], "a stage of tissue respiration: a series of biochemical reactions occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krebs cycle",1,1,1 ], "foodstuffs, is converted to carbon dioxide and water, with the release of energy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Krebs cycle",1,1,1 ], "mitochondria in the presence of oxygen by which acetate, derived from the break down of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krebs",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for physiology (1953) for the discovery of the Krebs cycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krebs",1,1,1 ], "Sir Hans Adolf| born 1900, British biochemist, born in Germany, who shared a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krefeld",1,1,1 ], "221,240 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krefeld",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in W North Rhine-Westphalia: textile industries| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kreisky",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, Austrian statesman federal chancellor of Austria since 1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kreisler",1,1,1 ], "1875-1962, U|S| violinist, born in Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kremenchug",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E central Ukrainian SSR on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kremenchug",1,1,1 ], "the Dnieper River| Pop|: 175,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kremlin",1,1,1 ], "the 12th-century citadel in Moscow, containing the former Imperial Palace," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kremlin",1,1,1 ], "three Cathedrals, and the offices of the Soviet government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kremlin",1,1,2 ], "the central government of the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krems",1,1,1 ], "21,912 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krems",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Austria, capital of Lower Austria on the River Danube| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kriemhild",1,1,1 ], "(in the Nibelungenleid) the wife of Siegfried| She corresponds to Gudrun in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kriemhild",1,1,1 ], "Norse mythology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krinthos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Corinth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krio",1,1,1 ], "principal language of admixture is Yoruba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krio",1,1,1 ], "the English-based creole widely used as a lingua franca in Sierra Leone| Its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krio",1,1,2 ], "a native speaker of Krio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krio",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the Krio language or Krios" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krishna",1,1,1 ], "a river in S India, rising in the Western Ghats and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krishna",1,1,1 ], "southeast to the Bay of Bengal| Length: 1300 km (800 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krishna",2,1,1 ], "Mahabharata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krishna",2,1,1 ], "the most celebrated of the Hindu deities, whose life story is told in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kriss Kringle",1,1,1 ], "another name for Santa Claus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kristiansand",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Norway, on the Skagerrak: shipbuilding| Pop|: 56,914 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kristianstad",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Sweden: founded in 1614 as a Danish fortress, it was finally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kristianstad",1,1,1 ], "acquired by Sweden in 1678| Pop|: 55,403 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krivoy Rog",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the SE Ukrainian SSR: founded in the 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krivoy Rog",1,1,1 ], "century by Cossacks; iron-mining centre; iron and steel works| Pop|: 628,000 (1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krivoy Rog",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kronos",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cronus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kronstadt",1,1,1 ], "a port in the NW Soviet Union, on Kotlin island in the Gulf of Finland: naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kronstadt",1,1,1 ], "base| Pop|: 175,264 (1969 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kronstadt",1,1,2 ], "the German name for Brasov" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kropotkin",1,1,1 ], "Prince Peter, Russian name Pyotr Alexeyevich| 1842-1921, Russian anarchist:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kropotkin",1,1,1 ], "his books include Mutual Aid (1902) and Modern Science and Anarchism (1903)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krti",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Crete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kru",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for the Erzgebirge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kruger National Park",1,1,1 ], "a wildlife sanctuary in NE South Africa, in E Transvaal: the world's largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kruger National Park",1,1,1 ], "game reserve| Area: over 21,700 sq| km (8400 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kruger",1,1,1 ], "(1883-1900)| His opposition to Cecil Rhodes and his denial of civil rights to the Uitlanders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kruger",1,1,1 ], "known as Oom Paul| 1825-1904, Boer statesman; president of the Transvaal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kruger",1,1,1 ], "led to the Boer War (1899-1902)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Krugersdorp",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Krugersdorp",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE South Africa, in S Transvaal on the Witwatersrand, at an altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krugersdorp",1,1,1 ], "of 1722 m (5650 ft|): a gold, manganese, and uranium mining centre| Pop|: 96,514" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krupp",1,1,1 ], "1812-87, his son Friedrich Alfred, 1854-1902, and the latter's son-in-law, Gustav Krupp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Krupp",1,1,1 ], "a German family of steel and armaments manufacturers, including Alfred," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Krupp",1,1,1 ], "von Bohlen und Halbach, 1870-1950" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Krym",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for Crimea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kshatriya",1,1,1 ], "a member of the second of the four main Hindu castes, the warrior caste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kt",1,1,1 ], "knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kten",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Carinthia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kthira",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Cythera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kt|",1,1,1 ], "knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ku Klux Klan",1,1,1 ], "a secret organization of white Southerners formed after the U|S| Civil War to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ku Klux Klan",1,1,1 ], "fight Black emancipation and Northern domination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ku Klux Klan",1,1,2 ], "a secret organization of White Protestant Americans, mainly in the South who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ku Klux Klan",1,1,2 ], "use violence against Blacks, Jews, and other minority groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuala Lumpur",1,1,1 ], "1880 to 1973, when it was made a federal territory| Pop|: 451,728 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kuala Lumpur",1,1,1 ], "Federated Malay States in 1895, and of Malaysia in 1963; capital of Selangor state from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuala Lumpur",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Malaysia, in the SW Malay Peninsula: became capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuban",1,1,1 ], "a river in the S central Soviet Union, rising in the Caucasus Mountains and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuban",1,1,1 ], "flowing north and northwest to the Sea of Azov| Length: 906 km (563 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kubelik" ,1, 1, 1],"Raphael | born 1914, Czech conductor and composer",1). c_DEF([ "Kublai Khan",1,1,1 ], "dynasty (1279-1368)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kublai Khan",1,1,1 ], "grandfather's conquest of China by overthrowing the Sung dynasty (1279) and founded the Yuan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kublai Khan",1,1,1 ], "grandson of Genghis Khan| 1216-94, Mongol emperor of China| He completed his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kubrick",1,1,1 ], "Lolita (1962), 2001: A Space Odyssey (1969), and A Clockwork Orange (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kubrick",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, U|S| film director and producer| He directed Paths of Glory (1958)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuch Bihar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cooch Behar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuching",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Malaysia, capital of Sarawak state, on the Sarawak River 24 km (15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuching",1,1,1 ], "miles) from its mouth| Pop|: 63,491 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuenlun",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kunlun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kufic",1,1,1 ], "making copies of the Koran" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kufic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting an early form of the Arabic alphabet employed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kufic",1,2,1 ], "the script formed by the letters of this alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuibyshev",1,1,1 ], "(until 1935): Samara" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kuibyshev",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW central Soviet Union, on the River Volga: centre of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuibyshev",1,1,1 ], "important industrial complex; oil refining| Pop|: 1,164,000 (1975 est|)| Former name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuku Nor",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Koko Nor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kultur",1,1,1 ], "(often used ironically) German civilization, esp| as characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kultur",1,1,1 ], "authoritarianism and earnestness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kulturkampf",1,1,1 ], "(1872-87), which took the form of laws designed to bring education, marriage, etc|, under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kulturkampf",1,1,1 ], "the control of the state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kulturkampf",1,1,1 ], "the struggle of the Prussian state against the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kulun",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese name for Ulan Bator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kum",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Qum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kumamoto",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 467,296 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kumamoto",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Japan, on W central Kyushu: Kumamoto Medical University (1949)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kumasi",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Ghana: seat of Ashanti kings since 1663; university (1961); market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kumasi",1,1,1 ], "town for a cocoa-producing region| Pop|: 260,286 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kun",1,1,1 ], "1886-1937, Hungarian Communist leader, president of the short-lived Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kun",1,1,1 ], "republic in Hungary (1919)| He was forced into exile and died in a Stalinist purge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kungur",1,1,1 ], "7719 m (25,236 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kungur",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in China, in W Sinkiang: the highest peak in the Pamirs| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kunlun",1,1,1 ], "Asia| Highest peak: Ulugh Muztagh, 7723 m (25,338 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kunlun",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in China, between the Tibetan plateau and the Tarim Basin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kunlun",1,1,1 ], "extending over 1600 km (1000 miles) east from the Pamirs: the largest mountain system of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kunming",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW China, capital of Yunnan province, near Lake Tien: important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kunming",1,1,1 ], "during World War II as a Chinese military centre, American air base, and transport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kunming",1,1,1 ], "terminus for the Burma Road; Yunnan University (1934)| Pop|: 1,100,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kuomintang",1,1,1 ], "1928 until 1949 under the leadership of Chiang Kai-shek| Since then it has been the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuomintang",1,1,1 ], "official ruling party of Taiwan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kuomintang",1,1,1 ], "the political party founded by Sun Yat-sen in 1911 and dominant in China from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuopio",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Finland| Pop|: 64,169 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kura",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Asia, rising in NE Turkey and flowing into the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kura",1,1,1 ], "across the Georgian and Azerbaijan SSRs to the Caspian Sea| Length: 1515 km (941" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kura",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kurd",1,1,1 ], "Iraq, and W Iran" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kurd",1,1,1 ], "a member of a largely nomadic Turkic people living chiefly in E Turkey, N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kurdish",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kurdish",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Kurds, belonging to the West Iranian branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kurdish",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Kurds or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kurdistan",1,1,1 ], "Armenian SSR of the Soviet Union| Area: over 29,000 sq| km (74,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kurdistan",1,1,1 ], "a large plateau and mountain region of E Turkey, N Iraq, NW Iran, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kure",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on SW Honshu: a naval base; shipyards| Pop|: 241,931 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kure",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kurgan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, on the Tobol River: industrial centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kurgan",1,1,1 ], "for an agricultural region| Pop|: 287,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuril Islands",1,1,1 ], "(750 miles) from the S tip of the Kamchatka Peninsula to NE Hokkaido| Area: 14,990" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuril Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of 56 volcanic islands off the NE coast of Asia, extending for 1200 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuril Islands",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (6020 sq| miles)| Japanese name: Chishima" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kurland",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Courland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kurosawa" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1910, Japanese film director|His works, include",1). c_DEF([ "Kurosawa" ,1, 1, 2],"The Seven Samurai (1954), and Red Beard (1965)",1). c_DEF([ "Kuroshio",1,1,1 ], "another name for Japan Current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kursk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union: industrial centre of an agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kursk",1,1,1 ], "region| Pop|: 351,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kurzeme",1,1,1 ], "the Latvian name for Courland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kush",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuskokwim",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Alaska, rising in the Alaska Range and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuskokwim",1,1,1 ], "southwest to Kuskokwim Bay, an inlet of the Bering Sea| Length: about 970 km (600 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kutaisi",1,1,1 ], "River: one of the oldest towns of the Caucasus| Pop|: 173,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kutaisi",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, in the W Georgian SSR on the Rioni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kutch",1,1,1 ], "a former state of W India, on the Gulf of Kutch (an inlet of the Arabian Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kutch",1,1,1 ], "part of Gujarat state since 1960|$D| Rann of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kutch",1,1,2 ], "Great Rann in the north and the Little Rann in the southeast; seasonal alternation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kutch",1,1,2 ], "about 10 per cent of the border area to Pakistan|Area: 23,000 sq| km (9000 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kutch",1,1,2 ], "an extensive salt waste in W central India, and S Pakistan: consists of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kutch",1,1,2 ], "between marsh and desert; some salt works| In 1968 an international tribunal awarded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kutch",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kutuzov",1,1,1 ], "(1812-13)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kutuzov",1,1,1 ], "Prince Mikhail Ilarionovich (mixa!il il@ia!n@$vit#s)| 1745-1813, Russian field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kutuzov",1,1,1 ], "marshal, who harried the French army under Napoleon throughout their retreat from Moscow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuwait",1,1,1 ], "1899 and gained independence in 1961; mainly desert| The economy is dependent on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kuwait",1,1,1 ], "Kuwait| Pop|: 994,837 (1975)| Area: 24,280 sq| km (9375 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kuwait",1,1,1 ], "a state on the NW coast of the Persian Gulf: came under British protection in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuwait",1,1,1 ], "oil| Official language: Arabic| Religion: mostly Muslim| Currency: dinar| Capital:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kuwait",1,1,2 ], "the capital of Kuwait: a port on the Persian Gulf| Pop|: 80,405 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuznetsk Basin",1,1,1 ], "Novokuznetsk| Area: about 69,900 sq| km (27,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kuznetsk Basin",1,1,1 ], "a region of the Soviet Union, in the Kemerovo Region of W Siberia: the richest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kuznetsk Basin",1,1,1 ], "coalfield in the country, with reserves of iron ore| Chief industrial centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kval",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (127 sq| miles), and South Kvaloy, 735 sq| km (284 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kval",1,1,1 ], "two islands in the Arctic Ocean, off the N coast of Norway: North Kvaloy, 329" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwa",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages, now generally regarded as a branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwa",1,1,1 ], "family, spoken in an area of W Africa extending from the Ivory Coast to E Nigeria and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwa",1,1,1 ], "including Akan, Ewe, Yoruba, and Ibo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kwa",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwajalein",1,1,1 ], "an atoll in the W Pacific, in the W Marshall Islands, in the central part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwajalein",1,1,1 ], "the Ralik Chain| Length: about 125 km (78 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwakiutl",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of N Vancouver Island and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwakiutl",1,1,1 ], "adjacent mainland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwakiutl",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Wakashan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangchow",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese name for Canton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangchowan",1,1,1 ], "French Indochina from 1898 to 1945| Area: 842 sq| km (325 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangchowan",1,1,1 ], "a territory of SE China, in SW Kwantung province: leased to France as part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangju",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW South Korea: an important military base during the Korean War;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangju",1,1,1 ], "cotton textile industry| Pop|: 606,503 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangsi-Chuang Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Nanning| Pop|: 24,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 220,400 sq| km (85,956 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangsi-Chuang Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of S China: the least developed of Chinese regions|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangsi-Chuang Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangtung",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Canton| Pop|: 43,000,000 (1967-71 est|)| Area: 231,400 sq| km (90,246 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangtung",1,1,1 ], "a province of SE China, on the South China Sea: includes the Luichow Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangtung",1,1,1 ], "and Hainan Island, with densely populated river valleys; the only truly tropical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangtung",1,1,1 ], "climate in China, and the only remaining foreign enclaves (Macao and Hong Kong)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kwangtung",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kwantung Leased Territory",1,1,1 ], "Manchuria: leased forcibly by Russia in 1898; taken over by Japan in 1905; occupied by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwantung Leased Territory",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union in 1945 and subsequently returned to China on the condition of shared" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kwantung Leased Territory",1,1,1 ], "a strategic territory of NE China, at the S tip of the Liaotung Peninsula of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwantung Leased Territory",1,1,1 ], "administration; made part of Liaoning province by China in 1954| Area: about 3400 sq| km (1300" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kwantung Leased Territory",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Kwara",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)| Area: 73,400 sq| km (28,334 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwara",1,1,1 ], "a state of W Nigeria: mainly wooded savanna| Capital: Ilorin| Pop|: 2,399,365" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kwazulu",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Ulundi| Pop|: 2,134,951 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kwazulu",1,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in South Africa, in Natal: consists of ten separate territories|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kweichow",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Kweiyang| Pop|: 24,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 174,000 sq| km (69,278 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kweichow",1,1,1 ], "a province of SW China, between the Yangtze and Hsi Rivers: a high plateau|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kweichow",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kweilin",1,1,1 ], "a city in S China, in Kwangsi-Chuang AR on the Li River: noted for the unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kweilin",1,1,1 ], "caves and formations of the surrounding karst scenery; trade and manufacturing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kweilin",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 170,000 (1958 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kweisui",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Huhehot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kweiyang",1,1,1 ], "a city in S China, capital of Kweichow province: reached by rail in 1959, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kweiyang",1,1,1 ], "subsequent industrial growth| Pop|: 660,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ky",1,1,1 ], "born 1930, premier of South Vietnam (1965-67) vice president (1967-69)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyd",1,1,1 ], "(1586)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kyd",1,1,1 ], "1558-94, English dramatist, noted for his revenge play The Spanish Tragedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kymric",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cymric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kymry",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cymry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kynewulf",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cynewulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyongsong",1,1,1 ], "another name for Seoul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyoto",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,460,000 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kyoto",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on S Honshu: the capital of Japan from 794 to 1868;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyoto",1,1,1 ], "cultural centre famous for Chinese classical music, with two universities (1875, 1897)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kyprianou",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, Cypriot statesman president of Cyprus since 1977" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyrie eleison",1,1,1 ], "Orthodox, and Anglican Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kyrie eleison",1,1,1 ], "a formal invocation used in the liturgies of the Roman Catholic, Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyrie eleison",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this| Often shortened to Kyrie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kythera",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Cythera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyushu",1,1,1 ], "an island of SW Japan: the southernmost of Japan's four main islands, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Kyushu",1,1,1 ], "cities: Fukuoka and Nagasaki| Pop|: 12,496,433 (1970)| Area: 35,659 sq| km (13,768 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Kyushu",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Kyushu",1,1,1 ], "over 300 surrounding small islands; contains the country's main coalfield| Chief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Kyzyl Kum",1,1,1 ], "a desert in the SW Soviet Union, in the Kazakh and Uzbek SSRs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ky|",1,1,1 ], "Kentucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K| St| J|",1,1,1 ], "Knight of the Order of St| John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,1 ], "karat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,2 ], "king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,2,1 ], "kip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,2,2 ], "kopeck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,2,3 ], "krona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,2,4 ], "krone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,3 ], "knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,4 ], "Kochel: indicating the serial number in the catalogue (1862) of the works of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|",1,1,4 ], "Mozart made by Ludwig von Kochel, 1800-77" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "K|B|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 2],"King's Bench",1). c_DEF([ "K|B|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 3],"Knight Bachelor",1). c_DEF([ "K|B|E|",1,1,1 ], "Knight (Commander of the Order) of the British Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|C|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"King's Counsel",1). c_DEF([ "K|C|B|",1,1,1 ], "Knight Commander of the Bath (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|C|M|G|",1,1,1 ], "Knight Commander of St| Michael and St| George (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|C|V|O|",1,1,1 ], "Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|D|",1,1,1 ], "knocked down: indicating furniture, machinery, etc|, in separate parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|E|",1,1,1 ], "kinetic energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|G|",1,1,1 ], "Knight of the Order of the Garter (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|G|B|",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet secret police since 1954" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|K|K|",1,1,1 ], "Ku Klux Klan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|O|",1,1,1 ], "a slang term for knock out or knockout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|P|",1,2,1 ], "kitchen police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|T|",1,1,1 ], "Knight of the Order of the Thistle (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|T|",1,1,2 ], "Knight Templar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|V|",1,1,1 ], "Kochel Verzeichnis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "K|V|",1,1,2 ], "(sense 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "(1965 Western est|)| Former name: Dairen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "(with Lu-ta): 3,600,000 (1965 Western est|)| Former name: Port Arthur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Poland: the country's second largest city; major centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE China, in S Liaoning province, adjoining Lu-shun at the S end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE China, in S Liaoning province, adjoining Lu-ta at the S end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "ell (unit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "the Liaotung peninsula: jointly held by China and the Soviet Union (1945-55)| Pop|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "the Liaotung peninsula: the chief northern port| Pop| (with Lu-shun): 3,600,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,1 ], "the textile industry; university (1945)| Pop|: 784,000 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,10 ], "the Avogadro constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,11 ], "the Roman numeral for 50" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,12 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,13 ], "Luxembourg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,2 ], "lambert(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,3 ], "large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,4 ], "Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,5 ], "(on British motor vehicles) learner driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,6 ], "length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,7 ], "Usually written: P| pound|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,8 ], "longitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,9 ], "inductor (in circuit diagrams)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,9,1 ], "latent heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L",1,1,9,2 ], "self inductance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L-D converter",1,1,1 ], "a vessel in which steel is made from pig iron by blowing oxygen into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L-D converter",1,1,1 ], "molten metal through a water-cooled tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "L-dopa",1,1,1 ], "a substance occurring naturally in the body and used to treat Parkinson's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L-dopa",1,1,1 ], "disease| Formula: C9H11NO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "L/C",1,1,1 ], "letter of credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L/Cpl|",1,1,1 ], "lance corporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L/P",1,1,1 ], "letterpress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LAMDA",1,1,1 ], "London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LAO",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Laos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LB",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Liberia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LD",1,1,1 ], "lethal dose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LD",1,1,2 ], "Low Dutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LEA(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Local Education Authority",1). c_DEF([ "LED",1,1,1 ], "light-emitting diode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LG",1,1,1 ], "Low German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LH",1,1,1 ], "luteinizing hormone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LL|B|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LL|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LL|M|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LP",1,1,1,1 ], "long player| a long-playing gramophone record: usually one 12 inches (30 cm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LP",1,1,1,1 ], "minute" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "LP",1,1,1,1 ], "or 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter, designed to rotate at 33F1/3 revolutions per" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "LP",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LPG",1,1,1 ], "liquefied petroleum gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LS",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Lesotho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LSD",1,1,1 ], "Informal name (as an illegal hallucinogen): acid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "LSD",1,1,1 ], "acid, used in experimental medicine and taken illegally as a hallucinogenic drug|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "LSD",1,1,1 ], "lysergic acid diethylamide; a crystalline compound prepared from lysergic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LSI",1,1,1 ], "large scale integration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LT",1,1,1 ], "low-tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LT",1,1,2 ], "letter telegram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LU",1,1,1 ], "loudness unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "LV(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"luncheon voucher",1). c_DEF([ "LXX",1,1,1 ], "Septuagint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Bruy" ,1, 1, 1],"1645-96, French moralist, noted for his",1). c_DEF([ "La Bruy" ,1, 1, 2],"figures",2). c_DEF([ "La Bruy" ,1, 1, 2],"satirical character studies, including portraits of contemporary public",1). c_DEF([ "La Coruna" ,1, 1, 1],"Armada (1588); site of the defeat of the French by the English under Sir John Moore in",2). c_DEF([ "La Coruna" ,1, 1, 1],"a port in NW Spain, on the Atlantic: point of departure for the Spanish",1). c_DEF([ "La Coruna" ,1, 1, 1],"the Peninsular War (1809)| Pop|: 189,654 (1970)| English name: Corunna",3). c_DEF([ "La Cumbre",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Uspallata Pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Fontaine" ,1, 1, 1],"1621-95, French poet, famous for his",1). c_DEF([ "La Granja",1,1,1 ], "another name for San Ildefonso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Guaira",1,1,1 ], "the chief seaport of Venezuela, on the Caribbean| Pop|: 20,344 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Guardia",1,1,1 ], "1882-1947, U|S| politician| As mayor of New York (1933-45), he organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Guardia",1,1,1 ], "slum-clearance and labour safeguard schemes and suppressed racketeering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Hogue",1,1,1 ], "a roadstead off the NW coast of France: scene of the defeat of the French by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Hogue",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch and English fleet (1692)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Lnea",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Spain, on the Bay of Gibraltar| Pop|: 52,127 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Mancha",1,1,1 ], "(2000 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "La Mancha",1,1,1 ], "Cuenca: traditionally associated with episodes in Don Quixote|Average height: 600 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Mancha",1,1,1 ], "a plateau of central Spain, between the mountains of Toledo and the hills of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Palma",1,1,1 ], "an island in the N Atlantic, in the NW Canary Islands: administratively part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Palma",1,1,1 ], "km (280 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "La Palma",1,1,1 ], "of Spain| Chief town: Santa Cruz de la Palma| Pop|: 73,749 (1970)| Area: 725 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Paz",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Bolivia, at an altitude of 3600 m (12,000 ft|): seat of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Paz",1,1,1 ], "founded in 1548 by the Spaniards; University (1830)| Pop|: 660,700 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "La Paz",1,1,1 ], "since 1898 (though Sucre is still the official capital); the country's largest city;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Plata",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Argentina, near the Rio de la Plata estuary: founded in 1882 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Plata",1,1,1 ], "modelled on Washington, D|C|; university (1897)| Pop|: 506,287 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Rochefoucauld",1,1,1 ], "Duc de La Rochefoucauld| 1613-80, French writer|His best-known work is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Rochefoucauld",1,1,2 ], "Reflexions ou sentences et maximes morales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Rochefoucauld",1,1,3 ], "a collection of epigrammatic and cynical observations on human nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Rochelle",1,1,1 ], "81,884 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "La Rochelle",1,1,1 ], "a port in W France, on the Bay of Biscay: a Huguenot stronghold until its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Rochelle",1,1,1 ], "submission through famine to Richelieu's forces after a long siege (1627-28)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Salle",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Canada, in Quebec: a S suburb of Montreal| Pop|: 72,912 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Salle",2,1,1 ], "Sieur Robert Cavelier de (r@$b$e$:r kav@@!lje d@@)| 1643-87, French explorer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Salle",2,1,1 ], "and fur trader in North America; founder of Louisiana (1682)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Spezia",1,1,1 ], "Italy| Pop|: 122,284 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Spezia",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Italy, in Liguria, on the Gulf of Spezia: the chief naval base in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La T",1,1,1 ], "centuries b|c|, characterized by a distinctive type of curvilinear decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La T",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a Celtic culture in Europe from about the 5th to the 1st" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Tour",1,1,1 ], "1593-1652, French painter, esp| of candlelit religious scenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La Trappe",1,1,1 ], "Alencon: founded in about 1140, site of the Trappist reform of Cistercian order in 1664" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "La Trappe",1,1,1 ], "a monastery in NW France, in the village of Soligny-la-Trappe northeast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for lanthanum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laaland",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Lolland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laban",1,1,1 ], "the father-in-law of Jacob, father of Leah and Rachel (Genesis 29:16)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labe",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for the (River)Elbe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labiche" ,1, 1, 1],"1815-88, French dramatist, noted for his farces of middle-class life, which",1). c_DEF([ "Labiche" ,1, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "Labiche" ,1, 1, 2],"Le Chapeau de paille d",1). c_DEF([ "Labiche" ,1, 1, 3],"and Le Voyage de Monsieur Perrichon (1860)",1). c_DEF([ "Labor Party",1,1,1 ], "interests of organized labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labor Party",1,1,1 ], "one of the two chief political parties of Australia, generally supporting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labour Day",1,1,1 ], "a public holiday in many countries in honour of labour, usually held on May 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labour Party",1,1,1 ], "a British political party, formed in 1900 as an amalgam of various trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labour Party",1,1,1 ], "and advocating nationalization, social welfare, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Labour Party",1,1,1 ], "unions and socialist groups, generally supporting the interests of organized labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labour Party",1,1,2 ], "any similar party in any of various other countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labour and Socialist International",1,1,1 ], "an international association of socialist parties formed in Hamburg in 1923:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labour and Socialist International",1,1,1 ], "destroyed by World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labourite",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of the Labour Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador Current",1,1,1 ], "a cold ocean current flowing southwards off the coast of Labrador and meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador Current",1,1,1 ], "the warm Gulf Stream, causing dense fogs off Newfoundland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador retriever",1,1,1 ], "a variety of retriever with a short black or golden-brown coat| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador retriever",1,1,1 ], "shortened to Labrador" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador tea",1,1,1 ], "either of two arctic evergreen ericaceous shrubs, Ledum groenlandicum or L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador tea",1,1,1 ], "palustre var| decumbens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador tea",1,1,2 ], "(in Canada) an infusion brewed from the leaves of either of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador",1,1,1 ], "Hudson Strait, and Hudson Bay: contains most of the province of Quebec and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador",1,1,1 ], "a large peninsula of NE Canada, on the Atlantic, the Gulf of St| Lawrence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador",1,1,1 ], "mainland part of Newfoundland; geologically part of the Canadian Shield| Area: 1,619,000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (625,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador",1,1,2 ], "Newfoundland province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador",1,1,2 ], "a region of NE Canada, on the Atlantic and consisting of the mainland part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labrador",1,1,3 ], "short for Labrador retriever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labuan",1,1,1 ], "an island in Malaysia, off the NW coast of Borneo: part of the Straits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Labuan",1,1,1 ], "settlements until 1946, when transferred to North Borneo| Chief town: Victoria| Area: 98" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labuan",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (38 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Labyrinth",1,1,1 ], "Minotaur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Labyrinth",1,1,1 ], "a huge maze constructed for King Minos in Crete by Daedalus to contain the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lab|",1,1,1 ], "Labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lab|",1,1,2 ], "Labrador" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laccadive",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1973) of the Lakshadweep Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lacedaemon",1,1,1 ], "another name for Sparta or Laconia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lacedaemonian",1,2,1 ], "another word for Spartan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lacerta" ,1, 2, 1],"a small faint constellation in the N hemisphere, part of which is crossed by",1). c_DEF([ "Lacerta" ,1, 2, 1],"the Milky Way, lying between Cygnus and Andromeda",2). c_DEF([ "Lacertilian" ,1, 1, 1],"any reptile of the suborder Lacertilia (lizards)",1). c_DEF([ "Lacertilian" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Lacertilia",1). c_DEF([ "Lachesis",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Fates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lachlan",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Australia, rising in central New South Wales and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lachlan",1,1,1 ], "northwest then southwest to the Murrumbidgee River| Length: about 1450km (900 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laclos" ,1, 1, 1],"1741-1803, French soldier and writer, noted for his novel in epistolary form",1). c_DEF([ "Laconia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country of S Greece, in the SE Peloponnese, of which Sparta was the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laconia",1,1,1 ], "capital: corresponds to the present-day department of Lakonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ladin",1,1,1 ], "a Rhaetian dialect spoken in parts of South Tyrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ladino",1,1,1 ], "a language of Sephardic Jews, based on Spanish with some Hebrew elements and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ladino",1,1,1 ], "usually written in Hebrew characters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ladislaus I",1,1,1 ], "1040-95, king of Hungary (1077-95)| He extended his country's boundaries and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ladislaus I",1,1,1 ], "suppressed paganism| Feast day: June 27" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ladoga",1,1,1 ], "ASSR: the largest lake in Europe; drains through the River Neva into the Gulf of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ladoga",1,1,1 ], "Finland| Area: about 18,000 sq| km (7000 sq| miles)| Russian name: Ladozhskoye Ozero " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ladoga",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the NW Soviet Union, in the N Leningrad Region and the SW Karelian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ladrone Islands",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1521-1668) of the Mariana Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady Chapel",1,1,1 ], "a chapel within a church or cathedral, dedicated to the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady Day",1,1,1 ], "March 25, the feast of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary; one of the four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady Day",1,1,1 ], "quarter days in England, Wales and Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lady of the Lake",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) a mysterious supernatural being sometimes identified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady of the Lake",1,1,1 ], "with Vivian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a title of honour borne by various classes of women of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,1 ], "peerage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,2 ], "my lady| a term of address to holders of the title Lady, used esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,2 ], "servants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,3 ], "Our Lady| a title of the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,4 ], "an allegorical prefix for the personifications of certain qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,5 ], "held by women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lady",1,1,5 ], "the term of address by which certain positions of respect are prefaced when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ladyship",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by your or her) a title used to address or refer to any peeress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ladyship",1,1,1 ], "except a duchess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ladysmith",1,1,1 ], "(1899-1900) during the Boer War| Pop|: 37,700 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ladysmith",1,1,1 ], "a city in E South Africa, in W Natal: besieged by Boers for four months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laennec",1,1,1 ], "1781-1826, French physician, who invented the stethoscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laertes",1,1,1 ], "the father of Odysseus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lafayette",1,1,1 ], "#filb$e$:r dy m@$!tje), Marquis de Lafayette| 1757-1834, French general and statesman| He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lafayette",1,1,1 ], "Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier (mari #foz$ef p@$l i$:v r@$k" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lafayette",1,1,1 ], "Revolution and the revolution of 1830" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lafayette",1,1,1 ], "commander of the National Guard (1789-91; 1830), he played a leading part in the French" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lafayette",1,1,1 ], "fought on the side of the colonists in the War of American Independence and, as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lafayette",1,1,2 ], "Marie-Madeleine (mari ma!dl$en), Comtesse de Lafayette| 1634-93, French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lafayette",1,1,2 ], "novelist, noted for her historical romance La Princesse de Cleves (1678)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laforgue",1,1,1 ], "1860-87, French symbolist poet|An originator of free verse, his influence on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laforgue",1,1,1 ], "modern poetry was considerable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lag b'Omer",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish holiday celebrated on the 18th day of Iyar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lagerkvist",1,1,1 ], "1891-1974, Swedish novelist and dramatist|His works include the novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lagerkvist",1,1,2 ], "and Barabbas (1950): Nobel prize for literature 1951|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lagerl" ,1, 1, 1],"1858-1940, Swedish novelist, noted esp| for her children's classic",1). c_DEF([ "Lagerl" ,1, 1, 2],"The Wonderful Adventures of Nils",1). c_DEF([ "Lagerl" ,1, 1, 3],"Nobel prize for literature 1909",1). c_DEF([ "Lagoon Islands",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Tuvala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lagos",1,1,1 ], "settled as a native kingdom in 1630; ceded to Britain (1861); former capital of Nigeria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lagos",1,1,1 ], "the chief port and commercial capital of Nigeria, on the Bight of Benin: first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lagos",1,1,1 ], "until 1976 when replaced by Abuja; university (1962)| Pop|: 1,060,848 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lagos",1,1,2 ], "14,712 sq| km (5679 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lagos",1,1,2 ], "a state of SW Nigeria| Capital: Ikeja| Pop|: 1,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lagrange",1,1,1 ], "Comte Joseph Louis (#foz$ef !lwi)| 1736-1813, French mathematician and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lagrange",1,1,1 ], "astronomer, noted particularly for his work on harmonics, mechanics, and the calculus of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lagrange",1,1,1 ], "variations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lagting",1,1,1 ], "the upper chamber of the Norwegian parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lahnda",1,1,1 ], "a language or group of dialects of Pakistan, belonging to the Indic branch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lahnda",1,1,1 ], "the Indo-European family and closely related to Punjabi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lahore",1,1,1 ], "(1955-70); University of the Punjab (1882)| Pop|: 2,165,372 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lahore",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Pakistan: capital of the former province of West Pakistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lahore",1,1,2 ], "a variety of large domestic fancy pigeon having a black-and-white plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lahti",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Finland: site of the main Finnish radio and television stations;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lahti",1,1,1 ], "furniture industry| Pop|: 88,844 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laibach",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Ljubljana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laing" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Laing" ,1, 1, 2],"(1960), The Politics of Experience and the Bird of Paradise (1967), and Knots (1970)",2). c_DEF([ "Laing" ,1, 1, 2],"born 1927, English psychiatrist; his best known books include The Divided Self",1). c_DEF([ "Laius",1,1,1 ], "a king of Thebes, killed by his son Oedipus, who did not know of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laius",1,1,1 ], "relationship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lake District",1,1,1 ], "a region of lakes and mountains in NW England, in Cumbria: includes England's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lake District",1,1,1 ], "associations (the Lake Poets); tourist region" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lake District",1,1,1 ], "largest lake (Windermere) and highest mountain (Scafell Pike); national park; literary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lake Poets",1,1,1 ], "inspiration from the Lake District at the beginning of the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lake Poets",1,1,1 ], "the English poets Wordsworth, Coleridge, and Southey, who lived in and drew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lake Success",1,1,1 ], "Nations Security Council from 1946 to 1951| Pop|: 3254 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lake Success",1,1,1 ], "a village in SE New York State, on W Long Island: headquarters of the United" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lake of the Woods",1,1,1 ], "a lake in N central North America, mostly in SW Ontario (Canada): fed chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lake of the Woods",1,1,1 ], "by the Rainy River; drains into Lake Winnipeg by the Winnipeg River; many islands;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lake of the Woods",1,1,1 ], "tourist region| Area: 3846 sq| km (1485 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lakeland terrier",1,1,1 ], "a wire-haired breed of terrier, originally from the Lake District and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lakeland terrier",1,1,1 ], "hunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lakeland",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Lake District" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lakeland",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Lake District" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lakshadweep Islands",1,1,1 ], "India: a union territory of India since 1956| Administrative centre: Kavaratti Island|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lakshadweep Islands",1,1,1 ], "Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi Islands" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lakshadweep Islands",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 31,810 (1971)| Area: 28 sq| km (11 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1973):" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lakshadweep Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of 26 coral islands and reefs in the Arabian Sea, off the SW coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lala",1,1,1 ], "a title or form of address, equivalent to Mr|, used in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lallans",1,1,1 ], "a dialect of English spoken and written in the Lowlands of Scotland, still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lallans",1,1,1 ], "used as a literary language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lallans",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Lowlands of Scotland or their dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamaism",1,1,1 ], "the Mahayana form of Buddhism of Tibet and Mongolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamarck",1,1,1 ], "Chevalier de Lamarck| 1744-1829, French naturalist|He outlined his theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamarck",1,1,1 ], "organic evolution (Lamarckism) in Philosophie zoologique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lamarckian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Lamarck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamarckian",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of Lamarckism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamarckism",1,1,1 ], "that characteristics of an organism modified during its lifetime are inheritable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lamarckism",1,1,1 ], "the theory of organic evolution proposed by Lamarck, based on the principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamartine" ,1, 1, 1],"1790-1869, French romantic poet, historian, and statesman: his works include",1). c_DEF([ "Lamartine" ,1, 1, 2],"and Histoire des Girondins (1847)",1). c_DEF([ "Lamb of God",1,1,1 ], "a title given to Christ in the New Testament, probably with reference to his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb of God",1,1,1 ], "sacrificial death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",1,1,1 ], "a title given to Christ in the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,1 ], "Charles, pen name Elia| 1775-1834, English essayist and critic| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,1 ], "Specimens of English Dramatic Poets (1808) and the largely autobiographical essays" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,1 ], "collaborated with his sister Mary on Tales from Shakespeare (1807)| His other works include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,1 ], "collected in Essays of Elia (1823; 1833)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,2 ], "William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,3 ], "1955" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,3 ], "Willis Eugene| born 1913, U|S| physicist| He detected the small difference in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamb",2,1,3 ], "energy between two states of the hydrogen atom (Lamb shift)| Nobel prize for physics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lambarn",1,1,1 ], "Schweitzer, who died and was buried here (1965)| Pop|: 35,322 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lambarn",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Gabon on the Ogooue River: site of the hospital built by Albert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lambert",1,1,1 ], "1905-51, English composer and conductor| His works include much ballet music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lambert",1,1,1 ], "and The Rio Grande (1929), a work for chorus, orchestra, and piano, using jazz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lambert",1,1,1 ], "idioms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth Conference",1,1,1 ], "the decennial conference of Anglican bishops, begun in 1867" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth Quadrilateral",1,1,1 ], "Christian Church, namely, the Holy Scriptures, the Apostles' Creed, the sacraments of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth Quadrilateral",1,1,1 ], "baptism and Holy Communion, and the historic episcopate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth Quadrilateral",1,1,1 ], "the four essentials agreed upon at the Lambeth Conference of 1888 for a United" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth walk",1,1,1 ], "a line dance popular in the 1930s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth",1,1,1 ], "London residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury)| Pop|: 290,300 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth",1,1,1 ], "a borough of S Greater London, on the Thames: contains Lambeth Palace (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lambeth",1,1,2 ], "the Archbishop of Canterbury in his official capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamentations",1,1,1 ], "a book of the Old Testament, traditionally ascribed to the prophet Jeremiah," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lamentations",1,1,1 ], "lamenting the destruction of Jerusalem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lamentations",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of these poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lammas",1,1,1 ], "Aug| 1, held as a feast, commemorating St| Peter's miraculous deliverance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lammas",1,1,1 ], "from prison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lammas",1,1,2 ], "Lammas is a quarter day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lammas",1,1,2 ], "the same day formerly observed in England as a harvest festival| In Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lammastide",1,1,1 ], "the season of Lammas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lampedusa",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Mediterranean, between Malta and Tunisia| Area: about 21 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lampedusa",1,1,1 ], "km (8 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lam|",1,1,1 ], "Lamentations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lan",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Argentina: a S suburb of Buenos Aires| Pop|: 449,824 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lanai",1,1,1 ], "an island in central Hawaii, west of Maui Island| Pop|: 2204 (1970)| Area: 363" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lanai",1,1,1 ], "sq| km| (140 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lanark",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of S Scotland, now part of Strathclyde region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancashire",1,1,1 ], "(1160 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Lancashire",1,1,1 ], "Manchester, Merseyside, and Cheshire| It was traditionally a cotton textiles manufacturing" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lancashire",1,1,1 ], "a county of NW England, on the Irish Sea: became a county palatine in 1351 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancashire",1,1,1 ], "a duchy attached to the Crown; much reduced in size after the 1974 boundary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lancashire",1,1,1 ], "changes, losing the Furness district to Cumbria and much of the south to Greater" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lancashire",1,1,1 ], "region| Administrative centre: Preston| Pop|: 1,375,500 (1976 est|)| Area: 3004 sq| km" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lancashire",1,1,2 ], "a mild whitish-coloured cheese with a crumbly texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancaster",1,1,1 ], "the English royal house that reigned from 1399 to 1461" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancaster'",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England, former county town of Lancashire, on the River Lune:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancaster'",1,1,1 ], "castle (built on the site of a Roman camp); university (1964)| Pop|: 49,525 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lancastrian",1,1,1 ], "a native or resident of Lancashire or Lancaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancastrian",1,1,2 ], "an adherent of the house of Lancaster in the Wars of the Roses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancastrian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Lancashire or Lancaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancastrian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the house of Lancaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancelot",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) one of the Knights of the Round Table the lover of Queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lancelot",1,1,1 ], "Guinevere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lanchow",1,1,1 ], "a city in N China, capital of Kansu province, on the Yellow River: situated on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lanchow",1,1,1 ], "the main route between China and the West| Pop|: 1,450,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lancs|",1,1,1 ], "Lancashire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Land of the Midnight Sun",1,1,1 ], "NW Soviet Union" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Land of the Midnight Sun",1,1,1 ], "any land north of the Arctic Circle, which has continuous daylight throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Land of the Midnight Sun",1,1,1 ], "the short summer: includes N parts of Norway, Sweden, and Finland, and the extreme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Land of the Midnight Sun",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for Lapland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Land",1,1,1 ], "born 1909, U|S| inventor of the Polaroid Land camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Land's End",1,1,1 ], "a granite headland in SW England, on the SW coast of Cornwall: the westernmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Land's End",1,1,1 ], "point of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Landau",1,1,1 ], "1908-68, Soviet physicist, noted for his researches on quantum theory and his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landau",1,1,1 ], "work on the theories of solids and liquids: Nobel prize for physics 1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Landes",1,1,1 ], "298,585 (1975)| Area: 9364 sq| km (3652 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Landes",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Aquitaine region| Capital: Mont-de-Marsan| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landes",1,1,2 ], "a region of SW France, on the Bay of Biscay: occupies most of the Landes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landes",1,1,2 ], "department and parts of Gironde and Lot-et-Garonne; consists chiefly of the most extensive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Landes",1,1,2 ], "forest in France| Area: 14,000 sq| km (5400 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Landeshauptmann",1,1,1 ], "the head of government in an Austrian state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landor",1,1,1 ], "1775-1864, English poet, noted also for his prose works, including Imaginary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landor",1,1,1 ], "Conversations (1824-29)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Landowska",1,1,1 ], "1877-1959, U|S| harpsichordist, born in Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landseer",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edwin Henry| 1802-73, English painter, noted for his studies of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landshut",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE West Germany, in Bavaria: Trausnitz castle (13th century);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landshut",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing centre for machinery and chemicals| Pop|: 52,400 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Landsm'",1,1,1 ], "another name for Nynorsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landsturm",1,1,1 ], "(in German-speaking countries) a reserve force; militia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landsturm",1,1,2 ], "a general levy in wartime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landtag",1,1,1 ], "Austria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Landtag",1,1,1 ], "the legislative assembly of each state in present-day West Germany and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landtag",1,1,2 ], "the estates of principalities in medieval and modern Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landtag",1,1,3 ], "the assembly of numerous states in 19th-century Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Landwehr",1,1,1 ], "(in German-speaking countries) the army reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lanfranc",1,1,1 ], "1005-89, Italian ecclesiastic and scholar; archbishop of Canterbury (1070-89)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lanfranc",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lanfranc",1,1,1 ], "and adviser to William the Conqueror| He instituted many reforms in the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lang",1,1,1 ], "Cosmo Gordon, 1st Baron Lang of Lambeth| 1864-1945, British churchman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lang",1,1,1 ], "archbishop of Canterbury (1928-42)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lang",1,1,2 ], "Fritz| 1890-1976, Austrian film director, later in the U|S|, most notable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lang",1,1,2 ], "Mabuse (1932)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lang",1,1,2 ], "his silent films, such as Metropolis (1926), M (1931), and The Testament of Dr|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Langland",1,1,1 ], "1332-1400, English poet| The allegorical religious poem in alliterative verse," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langland",1,1,1 ], "The Vision of William concerning Piers the Plowman, is attributed to him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Langley",1,1,1 ], "Edmund of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langley",1,1,2 ], "Samuel Pierpont, 1834-1906, U|S| astronomer and physicist: invented the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langley",1,1,2 ], "bolometer (1878) and pioneered the construction of heavier-than-air flying machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Langley",1,1,3 ], "William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langmuir",1,1,1 ], "1881-1957, U|S| chemist| He developed the gas-filled tungsten lamp and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langmuir",1,1,1 ], "atomic hydrogen welding process: Nobel prize for chemistry 1932" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Langobard",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for a Lombard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langobardic",1,1,1 ], "the language of the ancient Lombards: a dialect of Old High German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langobardic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Lombards or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langres Plateau",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean and to the English Channel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Langres Plateau",1,1,1 ], "Saone, reaching over 580 m (1900 ft|): forms a watershed between rivers flowing to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Langres Plateau",1,1,1 ], "a calcareous plateau of E France north of Dijon between the Seine and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langton",1,1,1 ], "1150-1228, English cardinal; archbishop of Canterbury (1213-28)| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Langton",1,1,1 ], "John until 1213| He was partly responsible for the Magna Carta (1215)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Langton",1,1,1 ], "consecrated archbishop by Pope Innocent III in 1207 but was kept out of his see by King" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Langtry",1,1,1 ], "for her friendship with Edward VII" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Langtry",1,1,1 ], "known as the Jersey Lily| 1852-1929, English actress, noted for her beauty and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Languedoc",1,1,1 ], "a former province of S France, lying between the foothills of the Pyrenees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Languedoc",1,1,1 ], "important production of bulk wines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Languedoc",1,1,1 ], "the River Rhone: formed around the countship of Toulouse in the 13th century;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Languedoc",1,1,2 ], "a wine from this region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Languedoc-Roussillon",1,1,1 ], "Lozere, Gard, Herault, Aude, and Pyrenees-Orientales; mainly mountainous with a coastal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Languedoc-Roussillon",1,1,1 ], "a region of S France, on the Gulf of Lions: consists of the departments of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Languedoc-Roussillon",1,1,1 ], "plain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lankester",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edwin Ray| 1847-1929, English zoologist, noted particularly for his work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lankester",1,1,1 ], "in embryology and protozoology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lansing",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lansing",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Michigan, on the Grand River: the state capital| Pop|: 129,186" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lao",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Buddhist people of Laos and NE Thailand, related to the Thais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lao",1,1,2 ], "related to Thai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lao",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Sino-Tibetan family and closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lao",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language or to Laos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laoag",1,1,1 ], "a city in the N Philippines, on NW Luzon: trade centre for an agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laoag",1,1,1 ], "region| Pop|: 61,727 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laocoon",1,1,1 ], "a priest of Apollo at Troy who warned the Trojans against the wooden horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laocoon",1,1,1 ], "left by the Greeks; killed with his twin sons by two sea serpents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laodicea",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name of several Greek cities in W Asia, notably of Latakia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laoighis",1,1,1 ], "a county of central Ireland, in Leinster province: formerly boggy but largely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laoighis",1,1,1 ], "km (664 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Laoighis",1,1,1 ], "reclaimed for agriculture| County town: Portlaoise| Pop|: 45,259 (1971)| Area: 1719 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laoighis",1,1,2 ], "Former name: Queen's County" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laomedon",1,1,1 ], "for constructing the city's walls; the father of Priam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laomedon",1,1,1 ], "the founder and ruler of Troy, who cheated Apollo and Poseidon of their wage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laos",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Vientiane| Pop|: 3,181,000 (1973)| Area: 236,000 sq| km (91,000 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Laos",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Asia: first united as the kingdom of Lan Xang (@6million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laos",1,1,1 ], "elephants@9) in 1353, after being a province of the Khmer Empire for about four centuries;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laos",1,1,1 ], "made part of French Indochina in 1893 and gained independence in 1949; became a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Laos",1,1,1 ], "republic in 1975| It is generally forested and mountainous, with the Mekong River" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Laos",1,1,1 ], "running almost the whole length of the W border| Official language: Lao| Currency: kip|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Laotze",1,1,1 ], "604-531 b|c|, Chinese philosopher, traditionally regarded as the founder of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laotze",1,1,1 ], "Taoism and the author of the Tao-te Ching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lapith",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people in Thessaly who at the wedding of their king, Pirithous," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lapith",1,1,1 ], "fought the drunken centaurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laplace operator",1,1,1 ], "Also: Laplacian (l@@!ple$I#s$I@)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laplace operator",1,1,1 ], "the differential operator 6'2/6x ,2 ,,6'2/6y ,2 ,,6'2/6z ,2 | Symbol: V'2," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laplace",1,1,1 ], "Marquis de Laplace| 1749-1827, French mathematician, physicist, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laplace",1,1,1 ], "astronomer|He formulated the nebular hypothesis (1796)|He also developed the theory of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laplace",1,1,1 ], "probability" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lapland",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lapland",1,1,1 ], "an extensive region of N Europe, mainly within the Arctic Circle: consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lapland",1,1,1 ], "the N parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and the Kola Peninsula of the extreme NW" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lapp",1,1,1 ], "Peninsula of the Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lapp",1,1,1 ], "a member of a nomadic people living chiefly in N Scandinavia and the Kola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lapp",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Finno-Ugric family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lapp",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laptev Sea",1,1,1 ], "Sea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Laptev Sea",1,1,1 ], "a shallow arm of the Arctic Ocean, along the N coast of the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laptev Sea",1,1,1 ], "between the Taimyr Peninsular and the New Siberian Islands| Former name: Nordenskjold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Larisa",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Greece, in E Thessaly: fortified by Justinian; annexed to Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Larisa",1,1,1 ], "in 1881| Pop|: 72,760 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Larkin",1,1,1 ], "(1955) and The Whitsun Weddings (1964)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Larkin",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, English poet: his verse collections include The Less Deceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Larmor precession",1,1,1 ], "magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Larmor precession",1,1,1 ], "precession of the orbit of an electron in an atom that is subjected to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Larousse" ,1, 1, 1],"1817-75, French grammarian, lexicographer, and encyclopedist|He edited and",1). c_DEF([ "Larousse" ,1, 1, 1],"helped to compile the",2). c_DEF([ "Larousse" ,1, 1, 2],"Grand Dictionnaire universel du XIX si",1). c_DEF([ "Larwood",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, English cricketer| An outstanding fast bowler, he played 21 times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Larwood",1,1,1 ], "for England between 1926 and 1932" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Las Palmas",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Las Palmas",1,1,1 ], "a port in the central Canary Islands, on NE Grand Canary: a major fuelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Las Palmas",1,1,1 ], "port on the main shipping route between Europe and South America| Pop|: 287,038" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Las Vegas",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Nevada: famous for luxury hotels and casinos| Pop|: 144,333 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Las Vegas",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lascaux",1,1,1 ], "drawings and paintings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lascaux",1,1,1 ], "site of a cave in SW France, in the Dordogne: contains Palaeolithic wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lashio",1,1,1 ], "China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lashio",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE central Burma: starting point of the Burma Road to Chungking," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lashkar",1,1,1 ], "Gwalior and Madhya Bharat; now part of the city of Gwalior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lashkar",1,1,1 ], "a former city in N India, in Madhya Pradesh: capital of the former states of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lasker",1,1,1 ], "1868-1941, German chess player: world champion (1894-1921)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laski",1,1,1 ], "1893-1950, English political scientist and socialist leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lassa fever",1,1,1 ], "a serious viral disease of Central West Africa, characterized by high fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lassa fever",1,1,1 ], "and muscular pains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lassa",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Lhasa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lassalle",1,1,1 ], "1825-64, German socialist and writer: a founder of the first German workers'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lassalle",1,1,1 ], "political party (1863), which later became the Social Democratic Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lassen Peak",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in S California, in the S Cascade Range: the only active volcano in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lassen Peak",1,1,1 ], "established as Lassen Volcanic National Park in 1916| Height: 3187 m (10,457 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lassen Peak",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| outside Alaska and Hawaii| An area of 416 sq| km (161 sq| miles) was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lassus",1,1,1 ], "Italian name Orlando di Lasso| 1532-94, Flemish composer, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lassus",1,1,1 ], "mastery in both sacred and secular music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Last Judgment",1,1,1 ], "according to the good and evil in their earthly lives" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Last Judgment",1,1,1 ], "the occasion, after the resurrection of the dead at the end of the world," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Last Judgment",1,1,1 ], "when, according to biblical tradition, God will decree the final destinies of all men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Last Supper",1,1,1 ], "Crucifixion, during which he is believed to have instituted the Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Last Supper",1,1,1 ], "the meal eaten by Christ with his disciples on the night before his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latakia",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Latin name: Laodicea ad Mare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latakia",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Syria, in the northwest: tobacco industry| Pop|: 125,716" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Late Greek",1,1,1 ], "the Greek language from about the 3rd to the 8th centuries a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Late Latin",1,1,1 ], "the form of written Latin used from the 3rd to the 7th centuries a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latimer",1,1,1 ], "1485-1555, English Protestant bishop: burnt at the stake for heresy under Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latimer",1,1,1 ], "I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latin America",1,1,1 ], "Caribbean" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Latin America",1,1,1 ], "derived from Latin: South America, Central America, Mexico, and certain islands in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latin America",1,1,1 ], "those areas of America whose official languages are Spanish and Portuguese," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin Church",1,1,1 ], "the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin Quarter",1,1,1 ], "an area of Paris, on the S bank of the River Seine: contains the city's main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin Quarter",1,1,1 ], "educational establishments; centre for students and artists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latin alphabet",1,1,1 ], "another term for Roman alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin cross",1,1,1 ], "a cross the lowest arm of which is longer than the other three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin square",1,1,1 ], "(in statistical analysis) one of a set of square arrays of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin square",1,1,2 ], "more than once in any row or column" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latin square",1,1,2 ], "n rows and columns built up from n different symbols so that no symbol occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family, it later formed the basis of the Romance group" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,1,1 ], "medieval Europe, which achieved its classical form during the 1st century b|c|Having" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,1,1 ], "originally been the language of Latium, belonging to the Italic branch of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,1,1 ], "the language of ancient Rome and the Roman Empire and of the educated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of those peoples whose languages are derived from Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,1,3 ], "an inhabitant of ancient Latium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Latin language, the ancient Latins, or Latium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,2,2 ], "characteristic of or relating to those peoples whose languages are derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,2,2 ], "from Latin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to, the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latin",1,2,4 ], "denoting or relating to the Roman alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latina",1,1,1 ], "Littoria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Latina",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Italy, in Lazio: built as a planned town in 1932 on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latina",1,1,1 ], "reclaimed land of the Pontine Marshes| Pop|: 78,227 (1971)| Former name (until 1947):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latinate",1,1,1 ], "(of writing vocabulary, etc|) imitative of or derived from Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinism",1,1,1 ], "a word, idiom, or phrase borrowed from Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies or is proficient in Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinity",1,1,1 ], "facility in the use of Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinity",1,1,2 ], "Latin style, esp| in literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinize",1,1,1 ], "to translate into Latin or Latinisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinize",1,1,2 ], "to transliterate into the Latin alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinize",1,1,3 ], "to cause to acquire Latin style or customs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latinize",1,1,4 ], "ceremonies, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latinize",1,1,4 ], "to bring Roman Catholic influence to bear upon (the form of religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latium",1,1,1 ], "Pontine Marshes, and Campagna| Capital: Rome| Pop|: 4,702,093 (1971)| Area: 17,203 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Latium",1,1,1 ], "Rome (4th century b|c|); includes the plain of the lower Tiber, the reclaimed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Latium",1,1,1 ], "a region of W central Italy, on the Tyrrhenian Sea: less extensive ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latium",1,1,1 ], "km (6709 sq| miles)| Italian name: Lazio" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Latium",1,1,1 ], "territory inhabited by the Latin people from the 10th century b|c| until dominated by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latona",1,1,1 ], "the Roman name of Leto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latour",1,1,1 ], "1704-88, French pastellist noted for the vivacity of his portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latter-day Saint",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for a Mormon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latvia",1,1,1 ], "the unofficial name of Latvian Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latvian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Baltic Sea| Capital: Riga| Pop|: 2,364,127 (1970)| Area: 63,700 sq| km (25,590 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latvian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W Soviet Union, on the Gulf of Riga and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latvian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Latvian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Latvia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latvian",1,2,1 ], "an official language of the Latvian SSR, along with Russian: closely related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Latvian",1,2,1 ], "to Lithuanian and belonging to the Baltic branch of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Latvian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Latvia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lat|",1,1,1 ], "Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laud",1,1,1 ], "1573-1645, English prelate; archbishop of Canterbury (1633-45)| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laud",1,1,1 ], "of the Civil War; he was impeached by the Long Parliament (1640) and executed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Laud",1,1,1 ], "persecution of Puritans and his High Church policies in England and Scotland were a cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lauda",1,1,1 ], "born 1949, Austrian motor-racing driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lauder",1,1,1 ], "Sir Harry| original surname MacLennan| 1870-1950, Scottish ballad singer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lauder",1,1,1 ], "music hall comedian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laudian",1,1,1 ], "by Archbishop Laud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laudian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the High-Church standards set up for the Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laue",1,1,1 ], "1879-1960, German physicist|He pioneered the technique of measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laue",1,1,1 ], "relativity: Nobel prize for physics 1914" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Laue",1,1,1 ], "wavelengths of x-rays by their diffraction by crystals and contributed to the theory of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laughton",1,1,1 ], "1899-1962, U|S| actor, born in England: noted esp| for his films of the 1930s," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laughton",1,1,1 ], "such as Mutiny on the Bounty (1935) and the unfinished I Claudius (1937)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Launceston",1,1,1 ], "Tamar River, 64 km (40 miles) from Bass Strait| Pop|: 62,181 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Launceston",1,1,1 ], "a city in Australia, the chief port of the island state of Tasmania on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Launderette",1,1,1 ], "a commercial establishment where clothes can be washed and dried, using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Launderette",1,1,1 ], "coin-operated machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laurasia",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical mass of land in the N hemisphere in the Palaeozoic era that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laurasia",1,1,1 ], "later separated to form the northern continents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laurel and Hardy",1,1,1 ], "a team of U|S| film comedians, Stan Laurel, 1890-1965, the thin one, and his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laurel and Hardy",1,1,1 ], "partner, Oliver Hardy, 1892-1957, the fat one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laurentian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a range of low mountains in E Canada, in Quebec between the St| Lawrence River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laurentian Mountains",1,1,1 ], "and Hudson Bay| Highest point: 1191 m (3905 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laurentian Shield",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Canadian Shield|Also: Laurentian Plateau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laurentian",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling the style of D| H| or T| E| Lawrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laurentian",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or situated near the St| Lawrence River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laurier",1,1,1 ], "Sir Wilfrid| 1841-1919, Canadian Liberal statesman; the first French-Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laurier",1,1,1 ], "prime minister (1896-1911)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lausanne",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Switzerland, capital of Vaud canton, on Lake Geneva; cultural and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lausanne",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre; university (1537)| Pop|: 135,200 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laval",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Canada, in Quebec: a NW suburb of Montreal| Pop|: 228,010 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laval",2,1,1 ], "1883-1945, French statesman|He was premier of France (1931-32; 1935-36) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laval",2,1,1 ], "Germany" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Laval",2,1,1 ], "premier of the Vichy government (1942-44)|He was executed for collaboration with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Laver",1,1,1 ], "born 1938, Australian tennis player: Wimbledon champion 1968, 1969; U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Laver",1,1,1 ], "champion 1969" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lavoisier",1,1,1 ], "1743-94, French chemist one of the founders of modern chemistry|He disproved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lavoisier",1,1,1 ], "and combustion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lavoisier",1,1,1 ], "the phlogiston theory, named oxygen, and discovered its importance in respiration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Law French",1,1,1 ], "a set of Anglo-Norman terms used in English laws and law books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Law Lords",1,1,1 ], "in theory the full House of Lords has this role" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Law Lords",1,1,1 ], "members of the House of Lords who sit as the highest court of appeal, although" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Law Society",1,1,1 ], "(in England or Scotland) the professional body of solicitors, established in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Law Society",1,1,1 ], "1825 and entrusted with the registration of solicitors (requiring the passing of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Law Society",1,1,1 ], "certain examinations) and the regulation of professional conduct" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Law of Moses",1,1,1 ], "the body of laws contained in the first five books of the Old Testament," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Law of Moses",1,1,1 ], "traditionally ascribed to Moses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Law of Moses",1,1,2 ], "the first five books of the Old Testament; Pentateuch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Law",1,1,1 ], "Andrew Bonar | 1858-1923, British Conservative statesman, born in Canada;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Law",1,1,1 ], "prime minister (1922-23)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Law",1,1,2 ], "(1716) and the Mississippi Scheme for the development of Louisiana (1717), which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Law",1,1,2 ], "John| 1671-1729, Scottish financier| He founded the first bank in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Law",1,1,2 ], "collapsed due to excessive speculation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lawes",1,1,1 ], "Comus (1634) and for his settings of some of Robert Herrick's poems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lawes",1,1,1 ], "Henry| 1596-1662, English composer, noted for his music for Milton's masque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawes",1,1,2 ], "experimental instrumental music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lawes",1,1,2 ], "his brother, William| 1602-45, English composer, noted for his harmonically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,1 ], "DH 1885-1930, English novelist, poet, and short-story writer| Many of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,1 ], "Lovers" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,1 ], "beauty of nature and instinct, esp| the sexual impulse| His novels include Sons and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,1 ], "works deal with the destructiveness of modern industrial society, contrasted with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,10 ], "(1916-18), proving himself an outstanding guerrilla leader| He described his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,10 ], "experiences in The Seven Pillars of Wisdom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,11 ], "(1926)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,2 ], "(1913), The Rainbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,3 ], "(1915), Women in Love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,4 ], "(1920), and Lady Chatterley's Lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,5 ], "(1928)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,6 ], "Ernest Orlando| 1901-58, U|S| physicist who invented the cyclotron (1931):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,6 ], "Nobel prize for physics 1939" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,7 ], "Gertrude| 1898-1952, English actress, noted esp| for her roles in comedies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,7 ], "such as Noel Coward's Private Lives (1930)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,8 ], "Sir Thomas| 1769-1830, English portrait painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,9 ], "TE, known as Lawrence of Arabia| 1888-1935, British soldier and writer| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrence",1,1,9 ], "took a major part in the Arab revolt against the Turks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lawrentian",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of D|H| Lawrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Layamon",1,1,1 ], "12th-century English poet and priest; author of the Brut, a chronicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Layamon",1,1,1 ], "providing the earliest version of the Arthurian story in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Layard",1,1,1 ], "Nineveh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Layard",1,1,1 ], "Sir Austen Henry| 1817-94, English archaeologist, noted for his excavations at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lazarus",1,1,1 ], "the brother of Mary and Martha, whom Jesus restored to life (John 11-12)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lazarus",1,1,2 ], "16:19-31)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lazarus",1,1,2 ], "the beggar who lay at the gate of the rich man Dives in Jesus' parable (Luke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lazio",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Latium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "La|",1,1,1 ], "Louisiana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lbeck",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lbeck",1,1,1 ], "Germany's chief Baltic port, with large shipyards and many industries| Pop|: 236,047" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lbeck",1,1,1 ], "Hanseatic League, and a major European commercial centre until the 15th century; West" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lbeck",1,1,1 ], "a port in N West Germany, in Schleswig-Holstein: the leading member of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ldenscheid",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia: manufacturing centre for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ldenscheid",1,1,1 ], "aluminium and plastics| Pop|: 79,100 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lderitz",1,1,1 ], "a port in South West Africa: diamond-mining centre| Pop|: 6642 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ldg|",1,1,1 ], "leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ld|",1,1,1 ], "Lord (title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Le Carr",1,1,1 ], "(1974), and The Honourable Schoolboy (1977)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Le Carr",1,1,1 ], "pen name of David John Cornwell| born 1931, English novelist, esp| of spy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Le Carr",1,1,1 ], "thrillers such as The Spy who came in from the Cold (1963), Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Le Chatelier's principle",1,1,1 ], "disturbance it tends to change in a way that opposes this disturbance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Le Chatelier's principle",1,1,1 ], "the principle that if a system in chemical equilibrium is subjected to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Le Corbusier",1,1,1 ], "d'Habitation at Marseilles (1946-52) and the city of Chandigarh, India (1954)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Le Corbusier",1,1,1 ], "modular system, which used units of a standard size| His works include Unite" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Le Corbusier",1,1,1 ], "planner, born in Switzerland| He is noted for his use of reinforced concrete and for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Le Corbusier",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Charles Edouard Jeanneret| 1887-1965, French architect and town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Le Creusot",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Le Creusot",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central France: metal and machinery industries| Pop|: 33,480" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Le Havre",1,1,1 ], "a port in N France, on the English Channel at the mouth of the River Seine:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Le Havre",1,1,1 ], "transatlantic trade; oil refining| Pop|: 219,583 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Le Mans",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW France: scene of the first experiments in motoring and flying;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Le Mans",1,1,1 ], "annual motor race| Pop|: 155,245 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Le Sage" ,1, 1, 1],"1668-1747, French novelist and dramatist, author of the picaresque novel",1). c_DEF([ "Leacock",1,1,1 ], "1869-1944, Canadian humorist and economist: his comic works include Literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leacock",1,1,1 ], "Lapses (1910) and Frenzied Fiction (1917)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leadbelly",1,1,1 ], "stage name of Huddie Ledbetter| 1888-1949, U|S| blues singer and guitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "League of Nations",1,1,1 ], "an international association of states founded in 1920 with the aim of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "League of Nations",1,1,1 ], "preserving world peace: dissolved in 1946" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leah",1,1,1 ], "29)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leah",1,1,1 ], "the first wife of Jacob and elder sister of Rachel, his second wife (Genesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leakey",1,1,1 ], "Louis Seymour Bazett | 1903-72, English anthropologist and archaeologist| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leakey",1,1,1 ], "discovered fossil remains of manlike apes in E Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leakey",1,1,2 ], "his son Richard| born 1944, anthropologist, who discovered the remains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leakey",1,1,2 ], "primitive man over 2 million years old in E Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leamington Spa",1,1,1 ], "44,989 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leamington Spa",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in central Warwickshire: saline springs| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leander",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek legend) a youth of Abydos, who drowned in the Hellespont in a storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leander",1,1,1 ], "on one of his nightly visits to Hero, his beloved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lear",1,1,1 ], "1812-88, English humorist and painter, noted for his illustrated nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lear",1,1,1 ], "poems and limericks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leatherette",1,1,1 ], "an imitation leather made from paper, cloth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leatherhead",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Surrey| Pop|: 40,112 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leavenworth",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Kansas, on the Missouri River: the state's oldest city, founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leavenworth",1,1,1 ], "in 1854 by proslavery settlers from Missouri| Pop|: 25,147 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leavis" ,1, 1, 1],"aymond)",1). c_DEF([ "Leavis" ,1, 1, 2],"1895-1978, English literary critic|He edited Scrutiny (1932-53) and his books",1). c_DEF([ "Leavis" ,1, 1, 2],"include The Great Tradition (1948) and The Common Pursuit (1952)",2). c_DEF([ "Lebanon Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Jebel Liban " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in central Lebanon, extending across the whole country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon Mountains",1,1,1 ], "parallel with the Mediterranean coast| Highest peak: 3104 m (10,184 ft|)| Arabic name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes preceded by the) a republic in SE Asia, on the Mediterranean: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "Official language: Arabic; French and English are also widely spoken| Religion: Muslim" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "Ottoman Empire from 1516 until 1919; gained independence in 1941 (effective by 1945)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "and Christian| Currency: Lebanese pound| Capital: Beirut| Pop|: 2,784,000 (1974 UN" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 10,400 sq| km (4015 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "important centre of the Phoenician civilization in the third millennium b|c|; part of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lebensraum",1,1,1 ], "survival or growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lebensraum",1,1,1 ], "territory claimed by a nation or state on the grounds that it is necessary for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leblanc",1,1,1 ], "1742-1806, French chemist, who invented a process for the manufacture of soda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leblanc",1,1,1 ], "from common salt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lebowa",1,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in South Africa, in N Transvaal: consists of three separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lebowa",1,1,1 ], "territories with several smaller exclaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lebrun",1,1,1 ], "Albert (al!b$e$:r)| 1871-1950, French statesman; president (1932-40)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lebrun",1,1,2 ], "1619-90, French historical painter|He was court painter to Louis XIV and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lebrun",1,1,2 ], "executed much of the decoration of the palace of Versailles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lecce",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lecce",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in SE Italy, in Puglia: Greek and Roman remains| Pop|: 82,175" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lech",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Europe, rising in SW Austria and flowing generally north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lech",1,1,1 ], "through S West Germany to the River Danube| Length: 285 km (177 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lecky" ,1, 1, 1],"1838-1903, Irish historian author of",1). c_DEF([ "Lecky" ,1, 1, 2],"The History of England in the",1). c_DEF([ "Lecky" ,1, 1, 3],"18th Century",1). c_DEF([ "Leconte de Lisle",1,1,1 ], "1818-94, French Parnassian poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Led Zeppelin",1,1,1 ], "(born 1948; vocals), and John Bonham (born 1949; drums)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Led Zeppelin",1,1,1 ], "English rock group (formed 1968): comprising Jimmy Page (born 1944; guitar)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Led Zeppelin",1,1,1 ], "John Paul Jones (born John Baldwin, 1946; bass guitar, keyboards), Robert Plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leda",1,1,1 ], "a queen of Sparta who was the mother of Helen and Pollux by Zeus, who visited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leda",1,1,1 ], "her in the form of a swan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Ireland, flowing east into Cork Harbour| Length: about 80 km (50" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",2,1,1 ], "Kuan Yew | born 1923, Singapore statesman; prime minister since 1959" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",2,1,2 ], "Richard Henry| 1732-94, American Revolutionary statesman, who moved the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",2,1,2 ], "resolution in favour of American independence (1776)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",2,1,3 ], "Robert E 1807-70, American general; commander-in-chief of the Confederate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",2,1,3 ], "armies in the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",2,1,4 ], "T-D born 1926, U|S| physicist, born in China| With Yang he disproved the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lee",2,1,4 ], "principle that parity is always conserved and shared the Nobel prize for physics in 1957" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leeds",1,1,1 ], "(1904)| Pop|: 494,971 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leeds",1,1,1 ], "Liverpool and Goole by canals; a chief centre of the clothing industry; university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leeds",1,1,1 ], "a city in N England, in West Yorkshire on the River Aire: linked with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leeuwarden",1,1,1 ], "a city in the N Netherlands, capital of Friesland province| Pop|: 86,339 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leeuwarden",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leeuwenhoek",1,1,1 ], "1632-1723, Dutch microscopist, whose microscopes enabled him to give the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leeuwenhoek",1,1,1 ], "accurate description of blood corpuscles, spermatozoa, and microbes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,1 ], "Rico and Martinique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the West Indies, in the N Lesser Antilles between Puerto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,2 ], "Antigua, Barbuda, Redonda, St| Kitts, Nevis, Anguilla, Montserrat, and the British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,2 ], "Virgin Islands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,2 ], "a former British colony in the E West Indies (1871-1956), consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,3 ], "Archipelago: Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora-Bora, and Maupiti| Pop|: 15,718 (1970)| French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,3 ], "a group of islands in the S Pacific, in French Polynesia in the W Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leeward Islands",1,1,3 ], "name: Iles sous le Vent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Left Bank",1,1,1 ], "a district of Paris, on the S bank of the River Seine; frequented by artists," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Left Bank",1,1,1 ], "students, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Legaspi",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Legaspi",1,1,1 ], "a port in the Philippines, on SE Luzon on the Gulf of Albay| Pop|: 84,090" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Legendre",1,1,1 ], "1752-1833, French mathematician, noted for his work on the theory of numbers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Legendre",1,1,1 ], "the theory of elliptical functions, and the method of least squares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leghorn",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Livorno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leghorn",1,1,2 ], "(l$e!g@$$:n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leghorn",1,1,3 ], "a breed of domestic fowl laying white eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Legion of Honour",1,1,1 ], "French name: Legion d'Honneur (le#fj?~@$ d@$!n$:r)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Legion of Honour",1,1,1 ], "an order for civil or military merit instituted by Napoleon in France in 1802|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Legnica",1,1,1 ], "Liegnitz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Legnica",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in SW Poland| Pop|: 77,900 (1972 est|)| German name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lehar" ,1, 1, 1],"1870-1948, Hungarian composer of operettas, esp",1). c_DEF([ "Lehmann",1,1,1 ], "Lilli | 1848-1929, German soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lehmann",1,1,2 ], "Lotte | 1888-1976, U|S| soprano, born in Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lehmbruck",1,1,1 ], "1881-1919, German sculptor and graphic artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leibnitz Mountains",1,1,1 ], "(10,000 metres) on the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leibnitz Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range on the SW limb of the moon, containing the highest peaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leibnitz",1,1,1 ], "(1714)| He also devised a system of calculus, independently of Newton" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Leibnitz",1,1,1 ], "Baron Gottfried Wilhelm von | 1646-1716, German rationalist philosopher and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leibnitz",1,1,1 ], "mathematician| He conceived of the universe as a hierarchy of independent units or monads," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leibnitz",1,1,1 ], "synchronized by preestablished harmony| His works include Theodicee (1710) and Monadologia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",1,1,1 ], "River Soar: Roman remains and a ruined Norman castle; university (1918); light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",1,1,1 ], "a city in central England, administrative centre of Leicestershire, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",1,1,1 ], "engineering, hosiery, and footwear industries| Pop|: 283,549 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",1,1,2 ], "short for Leicestershire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",1,1,3 ], "a breed of sheep with long wool, originally from Leicestershire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",1,1,4 ], "a fairly mild dark orange whole-milk cheese, similar to Cheddar but looser and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",1,1,4 ], "more moist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",2,1,1 ], "He led an unsuccessful expedition to the Netherlands (1585-87)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leicester",2,1,1 ], "title of Robert Dudley| 1532-88, English courtier; favourite of Elizabeth I|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leicestershire",1,1,1 ], "Rutland: largely agricultural| Administrative centre: Leicester| Pop|: 837,900 (1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leicestershire",1,1,1 ], "a county of central England, including (since 1974) the former county of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leicestershire",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 2548 sq| km (984 sq| miles)| Shortened form: Leicester" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leichhardt",1,1,1 ], "1813-48, Australian explorer, born in Prussia| He disappeared during an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leichhardt",1,1,1 ], "attempt to cross Australia from East to West" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leics|",1,1,1 ], "Leicestershire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leiden",1,1,1 ], "Pilgrim Fathers for 11 years before they sailed for America in 1620; university (1575)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leiden",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 98,060 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leiden",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Netherlands, in South Holland province: residence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leigh",1,1,1 ], "46,117 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leigh",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester: engineering industries| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leinster",1,1,1 ], "Kildare, Kilkenny, Laoighis, Longford, Louth, Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Wexford, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leinster",1,1,1 ], "Wicklow| Pop|: 1,498,196 (1971)| Area: 19,632 sq| km (7580 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leinster",1,1,1 ], "a province of E and SE Ireland: it consists of the counties of Carlow, Dublin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leipzig",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 568,877 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leipzig",1,1,1 ], "a city in S East Germany: famous fairs, begun about 1170; publishing and music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leipzig",1,1,1 ], "centre; university (1409); scene of a decisive defeat for Napoleon Bonaparte in 1813|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leiria",1,1,1 ], "(1466)| Pop|: 83,258 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leiria",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Portugal: site of the first printing press in Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leith",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Scotland, on the Firth of Forth: part of Edinburgh since 1920" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leitrim",1,1,1 ], "County town: Carrick-on-Shannon| Pop|: 28,360 (1971)| Area: 1525 sq| km (589 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leitrim",1,1,1 ], "a county of N Ireland in Connaught province, on Donegal Bay: agricultural|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leitrim",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leix",1,1,1 ], "another name for Laoighis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lely",1,1,1 ], "England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lely",1,1,1 ], "Sir Peter| Dutch name Pieter van der Faes| 1618-80, Dutch portrait painter in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lemberg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Lvov" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lemnos",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the N Aegean Sea: famous for its medicinal earth (Lemnian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lemnos",1,1,1 ], "seal)|Chief town: Kastron| Pop|: 17,789 (1971)| Area: 477 sq| km (184 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lena",1,1,1 ], "a river in the E Soviet Union, rising in S Siberia and flowing generally north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lena",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet Union| Length: 4271 km (2653 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lena",1,1,1 ], "through the Yakutsk SSR to the Laptev Sea by an extensive delta: the longest river in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lenglen",1,1,1 ], "1899-1938, French tennis player: Wimbledon champion (1919-25)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin Peak",1,1,1 ], "7134 m (23,406 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin Peak",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in the S central Soviet Union, in the NE Tadzhik SSR; the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin Peak",1,1,1 ], "peak in the Trans Alai Range and the second highest in the Soviet Union| Height:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin",1,1,1 ], "adopted the New Economic Policy (1921) after the Civil War had led to the virtual" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin",1,1,1 ], "collapse of the Russian economy, formed the Comintern (1919), and was the originator of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin",1,1,1 ], "in the October Revolution (1917), which established the Soviet Government| He" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin",1,1,1 ], "original surname Ulyanov|1870-1924, Russian statesman and Marxist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin",1,1,1 ], "the guiding doctrine of the Soviet Union, Marxism-Leninism" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Lenin",1,1,1 ], "theoretician; first premier of the Soviet Union| He formed the Bolsheviks (1903) and led them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leninabad",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)| Former name (until 1936): Khojent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leninabad",1,1,1 ], "River: one of the oldest towns in central Asia; textile industries| Pop|: 118,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leninabad",1,1,1 ], "a town in the S central Soviet Union, in the Tadzhik SSR on the Syr Darya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leninakan",1,1,1 ], "184,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (1840-1924): Aleksandropol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leninakan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the NW Armenian SSR: textile centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leningrad",1,1,1 ], "a city and port in the NW Soviet Union, on the Gulf of Finland at the mouth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leningrad",1,1,1 ], "educational centre, with a university (1819); a major industrial centre, with engineering," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Leningrad",1,1,1 ], "names: Saint Petersburg (1703-1914), Petrograd (1914-24)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Leningrad",1,1,1 ], "shipbuilding, chemical, textile, and printing industries| Pop|: 3,512,974 (1970)| Former" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Leningrad",1,1,1 ], "subject to frequent flooding; capital of Russia from 1712 to 1918; a cultural and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leningrad",1,1,1 ], "the Neva River: founded by Peter the Great in 1703 and built on low-lying marshes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leninism",1,1,1 ], "the political and economic theories of Lenin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leninism",1,1,2 ], "another name for Marxism-Leninism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lennon",1,1,1 ], "Beatles (1962-70); also made several recordings with his wife Yoko Ono" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lennon",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, English rock guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter: member of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lent term",1,1,1 ], "establishments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lent term",1,1,1 ], "the spring term at Cambridge University and some other educational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lent",1,1,1 ], "observed as a time of penance and fasting commemorating Jesus' fasting in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lent",1,1,1 ], "the period of forty weekdays lasting from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lent",1,1,1 ], "wilderness" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lent",1,1,2 ], "falling within or associated with the season before Easter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lent",1,1,3 ], "(at Cambridge University) Lent term boat races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lenz's law",1,1,1 ], "changing magnetic field is such that the magnetic field produced by this current will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lenz's law",1,1,1 ], "oppose the original field" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lenz's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the direction of the current induced in a circuit by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leo I",1,1,1 ], "April 11" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leo I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 390-461 a|d|, pope (440-461)| He extended the authority of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leo I",1,1,1 ], "the papacy in the West and persuaded Attila not to attack Rome (452)| Feast day:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leo III",1,1,1 ], "(800)| Feast day: June 12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leo III",1,1,1 ], "750-816 a|d|, pope (795-816)| He crowned Charlemagne emperor of the Romans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leo Minor",1,1,1 ], "a small faint constellation in the N hemisphere lying near Leo and Ursa Major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leo X",1,1,1 ], "original name Giovanni de' Medici| 1475-1521, pope (1513-21): noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leo X",1,1,1 ], "patronage of Renaissance art and learning; excommunicated Luther (1521)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leo XIII",1,1,1 ], "important encyclicals include Rerum novarum (1891) on the need for Catholic action on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leo XIII",1,1,1 ], "original name Gioacchino Pecci| 1810-1903, pope (1878-1903)| His many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leo XIII",1,1,1 ], "social problems" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leo" ,2, 2, 1],"a zodiacal constellation in the N hemisphere, lying between Cancer and Virgo",1). c_DEF([ "Leo" ,2, 2, 1],"meteor shower",3). c_DEF([ "Leo" ,2, 2, 1],"on the ecliptic, that contains the star Regulus and the radiant of the Leonid",2). c_DEF([ "Leo" ,2, 2, 2, 2],"a person born during a period when the sun is in this sign|~adj| 3| Astrology",1). c_DEF([ "Leo" ,2, 2, 2],"ruled by the sun|The sun is in this sign between about July 23 and Aug| 22",2). c_DEF([ "Leo" ,2, 2, 2],"the fifth sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a fixed fire classification and",1). c_DEF([ "Leo" ,2, 2, 3],"born under or characteristic of Leo| ~Also (for senses 2b, 3): Leonian",1). c_DEF([ "Leo",1,1,1 ], "a name for a lion, used in children's tales, fables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leoben",1,1,1 ], "35,153 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leoben",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Austria, in Styria on the Mur River: lignite-mining| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,1 ], "a region and former kingdom of NW Spain, which united with Castile in 1230" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,2 ], "105,235 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,2 ], "a city of NW Spain: capital of the kingdom of Leon (10th century)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,3 ], "!aldamas)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,3 ], "a city in central Mexico, in W Guanajuato state: commercial centre of a rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,3 ], "agricultural region| Pop|: 496,598 (1970)| Official name Leon de los Aldamas ($de los" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,4 ], "1524; capital of Nicaragua until 1855; university (1812)| Pop|: 197,271 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leon",1,1,4 ], "a city in W Nicaragua: one of the oldest towns of Central America, founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonardo da Vinci",1,1,1 ], "(??1495-97)| His numerous drawings, combining scientific precision in observation with" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Leonardo da Vinci",1,1,1 ], "1452-1519, Italian painter, sculptor, architect, and engineer: the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonardo da Vinci",1,1,1 ], "and foresaw the invention of aircraft and submarines" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Leonardo da Vinci",1,1,1 ], "biology, physiology, hydraulics, and aeronautics| He invented the first armoured tank" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Leonardo da Vinci",1,1,1 ], "intense imaginative power, reflect the breadth of his interests, which ranged over" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Leonardo da Vinci",1,1,1 ], "of the Rocks (1483-85), the Mona Lisa (or La Gioconda, 1503), and the Last Supper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leonardo da Vinci",1,1,1 ], "versatile talent of the Italian Renaissance| His most famous paintings include The Virgin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leoncavallo" ,1, 1, 1],"1858-1919, Italian composer of operas, notably",1). c_DEF([ "Leonid",1,1,1 ], "any member of a meteor shower occurring annually between Nov| 12 and 17 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonid",1,1,1 ], "appearing to radiate from the constellation Leo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leonidas",1,1,1 ], "died 480 b|c|, king of Sparta (??490-480), hero of the Battle of Thermopylae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonidas",1,1,1 ], "in which he was killed by the Persians under Xerxes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leonine",1,1,1 ], "connected with one of the popes called Leo: an epithet applied to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonine",1,1,1,1 ], "(Leonine City)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leonine",1,1,1,1 ], "a district of Rome on the right bank of the Tiber fortified by Pope Leo IV" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonine",1,1,1,2 ], "certain prayers in the Mass prescribed by Leo XIII" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonine",1,2,1 ], "Leonine verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonine",1,2,1,1 ], "a type of medieval hexameter or elegiac verse having internal rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leonine",1,2,1,2 ], "a type of English verse with internal rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leopardi",1,1,1 ], "Count Giacomo | 1798-1837, Italian poet and philosopher, noted esp| for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leopardi",1,1,1 ], "lyrics, collected in I Canti (1831)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold I",1,1,1 ], "1640-1705, Holy Roman Emperor (1658-1705)| His reign was marked by wars with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold I",1,1,1 ], "Louis XIV of France and with the Turks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold I",1,1,2 ], "1790-1865, first king of the Belgians (1831-65)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold II",1,1,1 ], "1747-92, Holy Roman Emperor (1790-92)| He formed an alliance with Prussia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold II",1,1,1 ], "against France (1792) after the downfall of his brother-in-law Louis XVI" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold II",1,1,2 ], "(1885)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold II",1,1,2 ], "1835-1909, king of the Belgians (1865-1909); son of Leopold I| He financed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold II",1,1,2 ], "Stanley's explorations in Africa, becoming first sovereign of the Congo Free State" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold III",1,1,1 ], "born 1901, king of the Belgians (1934-51); son of Albert I| His surrender to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leopold III",1,1,1 ], "the Nazis (1940) forced his eventual abdication in favour of his son, Baudouin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lepanto",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Navpaktos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lepanto",1,1,2 ], "(l$I!pnt@@$u)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lepanto",1,1,3 ], "Gulf of| another name for the (Gulf of)Corinth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lepaya",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Liepaja" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lepidus",1,1,1 ], "(later Augustus) and Mark Antony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lepidus",1,1,1 ], "died 13 b|c|, Roman statesman: formed the Second Triumvirate with Octavian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lepontine Alps",1,1,1 ], "Monte Leone, 3553 m (11,657 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lepontine Alps",1,1,1 ], "a range of the S central Alps, in S Switzerland and N Italy| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lepus" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Orion and Columba",1). c_DEF([ "Lermontov" ,1, 1, 1],"1814-41, Russian novelist and poet: noted esp| for the novel",1). c_DEF([ "Lerwick",1,1,1 ], "Shetland, on the island of Mainland: the most northerly town in the British Isles;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lerwick",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Scotland, administrative centre of the island authority of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lerwick",1,1,1 ], "knitwear, oil refining| Pop|: 6107 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Les Cayes",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Haiti, on the S Tiburon Peninsula| Pop|: 14,000 (1971 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Lesbos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbian",1,1,2 ], "the Aeolic dialect of Ancient Greek spoken in Lesbos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Lesbos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the poetry of Lesbos, esp| that of Sappho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbos",1,1,1 ], "an island in the E Aegean, off the NW coast of Turkey: a centre of lyric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbos",1,1,1 ], "name: Lesvos|Former name: Mytilene" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbos",1,1,1 ], "poetry, led by Alcaeus and Sappho (6th century b|c|); annexed to Greece in 1913| Chief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lesbos",1,1,1 ], "town: Mytilene| Pop|: 114,802 (1971)| Area: 1630 sq| km (630 sq| miles)| Modern Greek" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lesotho",1,1,1 ], "(11,716 sq| miles)| Former name (1884-1966): Basutoland" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Lesotho",1,1,1 ], "Africa: annexed to British Cape Colony in 1871; made a protectorate in 1884; gained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lesotho",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in southern Africa, forming an enclave in the Republic of South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesotho",1,1,1 ], "independence in 1966; a member of the Commonwealth| It is generally mountainous, with" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lesotho",1,1,1 ], "majority| Currency: rand| Capital: Maseru| Pop|: 935,000 (1971 est|)| Area: 30,344 sq| km" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lesotho",1,1,1 ], "temperate grasslands throughout| Languages: Sesotho and English| Religion: Christian" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lesseps",1,1,1 ], "Vicomte Ferdinand Marie de (f$erdin?~a ma!ri d@@)| 1805-94, French diplomat:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesseps",1,1,1 ], "directed the construction of the Suez Canal (1859-69)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lesser Antilles",1,1,1 ], "Windward Islands, Barbados, and the Netherlands Antilles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lesser Antilles",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the West Indies, including the Leeward Islands, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lesser Sunda Islands",1,1,1 ], "another name for Nusa Tenggara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lessing" ,1, 1, 1],"Doris (May)",1). c_DEF([ "Lessing" ,1, 1, 3],"Gotthold Ephraim | 1729-81, German dramatist and critic|His plays include Miss",1). c_DEF([ "Lessing" ,1, 1, 3],"He is noted for his criticism of French classical dramatists, and for his treatise",3). c_DEF([ "Lessing" ,1, 1, 3],"Sara Sampson (1755), the first German domestic tragedy, and Nathan der Weise (1779)|",2). c_DEF([ "Lessing" ,1, 1, 3],"on aesthetics Laokoon (1766)",4). c_DEF([ "Letchworth",1,1,1 ], "Britain (founded in 1903)| Pop|: 30,884 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Letchworth",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in N Hertfordshire: the first garden city in Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lethbridge",1,1,1 ], "a city in Canada, in S Alberta: coal-mining| Pop|: 41,217 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lethe",1,1,1 ], "a river in Hades that caused forgetfulness in those who drank its waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lethe",1,1,2 ], "forgetfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leto",1,1,1 ], "the mother by Zeus of Apollo and Artemis| Roman name Latona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lett",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Latvian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leucas",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Leukas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leucippus",1,1,1 ], "5th-century b|c| Greek philosopher who originated the atomist theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leucippus",1,1,1 ], "matter, developed by his disciple, Democritus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leuctra",1,1,1 ], "Greece" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leuctra",1,1,1 ], "Thebes over Sparta (371 b|c|), which marked the end of Spartan military supremacy in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leuctra",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in Greece southwest of Thebes in Boeotia: site of a victory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leukas",1,1,1 ], "another name for Levkas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leuven",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Louvain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levalloisian",1,1,1 ], "domed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Levalloisian",1,1,1 ], "method of flaking flint tools so that one side of the core is flat and the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Levalloisian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a Lower Palaeolithic culture in W Europe, characterized by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levant",1,1,1 ], "Syria, and Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Levant",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the area of the E Mediterranean now occupied by Lebanon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levantine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Levant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levantine",1,2,1 ], "(esp| formerly) an inhabitant of the Levant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leveller",1,1,1 ], "a member of a radical group on the Parliamentarian side during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leveller",1,1,1 ], "that advocated republicanism, freedom of worship, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leven",1,1,1 ], "a lake in E central Scotland: one of the shallowest of Scottish lochs, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leven",1,1,1 ], "km (3@|7 miles)| Width: 4 km (2@|5 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leven",1,1,1 ], "seven islands, on one of which Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned (1567-8)| Length: 6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leven",1,1,2 ], "Linnhe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leven",1,1,2 ], "a sea loch in W Scotland, extending for about 14 km (9 miles) east from Loch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leverhulme",1,1,1 ], "1st Viscount| 1851-1925, English soap manufacturer and philanthropist, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leverhulme",1,1,1 ], "founded (1881) the model industrial town Port Sunlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leverkusen",1,1,1 ], "a town in West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the Rhine: chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leverkusen",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 109,520 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leverrier",1,1,1 ], "1811-77, French astronomer: calculated the existence and position of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leverrier",1,1,1 ], "planet Neptune" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Levi",1,1,1,1 ], "29:34)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Levi",1,1,1,1 ], "the third son of Jacob and Leah and the ancestor of the tribe of Levi (Genesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levi",1,1,1,2 ], "the priestly tribe descended from this patriarch (Numbers 18:21-24)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levi",1,1,2 ], "another name for Matthew (the apostle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levi-Strauss" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1908, French anthropologist, leading exponent of structuralism|His books",1). c_DEF([ "Levi-Strauss" ,1, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "Levi-Strauss" ,1, 1, 2],"The Elementary Structures of Kinship",1). c_DEF([ "Levi-Strauss" ,1, 1, 3],"Totemism (1962), The Savage Mind (1966), and Mythologies (1964-71)",1). c_DEF([ "Levis",1,1,1 ], "jeans, usually blue and made of denim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levite",1,1,1 ], "a member of the priestly tribe of Levi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levite",1,1,2 ], "a member of the body of assistants to the priests of the Temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levitical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Levites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levitical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the book of Leviticus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leviticus",1,1,1 ], "precepts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leviticus",1,1,1 ], "the third book of the Old Testament, containing Levitical law and ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levit|",1,1,1 ], "Leviticus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Levkas",1,1,1 ], "Area: 295 sq| km (114 sq| miles)| Italian name: Santa Maura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Levkas",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the Ionian Sea, in the Ionian Islands| Pop|: 24,581 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lev|",1,1,1 ], "Leviticus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewes",1,1,1 ], "Ouse: site of a battle (1264) in which Henry III was defeated by Simon de Montfort|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewes",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 14,015 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lewes",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S England, administrative centre of East Sussex, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis acid",1,1,1 ], "a substance capable of accepting a pair of electrons from a base to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis acid",1,1,1 ], "covalent bond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis base",1,1,1 ], "a substance capable of donating a pair of electrons to an acid to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis base",1,1,1 ], "covalent bond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis gun",1,1,1 ], "a light air-cooled gas-operated machine gun used in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis with Harris",1,1,1 ], "Chief town: Stornoway| Pop|: 23,188 (1971)| Area: 2134 sq| km (824 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis with Harris",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Outer Hebrides, separated from the NW coast of Scotland by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis with Harris",1,1,1 ], "peat moors; economy based chiefly on the Harris tweed industry, with some fishing|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis with Harris",1,1,1 ], "the Minch: consists of Lewis in the north and Harris in the south; many lakes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",1,1,1 ], "20,309 (1971)| Area: 1634 sq| km (631 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",1,1,1 ], "the N part of the island of Lewis with Harris, in the Outer Hebrides| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,1 ], "CS 1898-1963, English novelist, critic, and Christian apologist, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,1 ], "critical work, Allegory of Love" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,2 ], "(1936), his theological study, The Screwtape Letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,3 ], "(1942), and for his children's books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,4 ], "(Harry) Sinclair| 1885-1951, U|S| novelist| He satirized the complacency and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,4 ], "Nobel prize for literature 1930" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,4 ], "philistinism of American small-town life, esp| in Main Street (1920) and Babbitt (1922):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,5 ], "Matthew Gregory, known as Monk Lewis| 1775-1818, English novelist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,5 ], "dramatist, noted for his Gothic horror story The Monk (1796)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,6 ], "Meriwether| 1774-1807, American explorer who, with William Clark, led an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,6 ], "overland expedition from St| Louis to the Pacific Ocean (1804-06)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,7 ], "(Percy) Wyndham| 1884-1957, British painter, novelist, and critic, born in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,7 ], "Apes of God (1930), and the trilogy The Human Age (1928-55)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lewis",2,1,7 ], "U|S| A founder of vorticism, his writings include Time and Western Man (1927), The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lewisham",1,1,1 ], "a borough of S Greater London, on the River Thames| Pop|: 237,300 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lexington",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE central Kentucky, in the Bluegrass region: major centre for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lexington",1,1,1 ], "horse-breeding| Pop|: 184,603 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lexington",1,1,2 ], "a city in Massachusetts, northwest of Boston: site of the first action (1775)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lexington",1,1,2 ], "of the War of American Independence| Pop|: 31,886 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leyden jar",1,1,1 ], "an early type of capacitor consisting of a glass jar with the lower part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leyden jar",1,1,1 ], "the inside and outside coated with tin foil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leyden",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Leiden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leyte Gulf",1,1,1 ], "Samar: scene of a battle (1944) during World War II, in which the Americans defeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leyte Gulf",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific in the E Philippines, east of Leyte and south of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Leyte Gulf",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Leyte",1,1,1 ], "Tacloban| Pop|: 1,362,051 (1970)| Area: 7215 sq| km (2786 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Leyte",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Philippines, in the Visayan Islands| Chief town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lger",1,1,1 ], "1881-1955, French cubist painter, influenced by industrial technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lhasa",1,1,1 ], "Westerners until the beginning of the 20th century; annexed by China in 1951 and revolted" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lhasa",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW China, capital of Tibet AR, at an altitude of 3606 m (11,830" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lhasa",1,1,1 ], "ft|): for centuries the sacred city of Lamaism and residence of the Dalai Lamas from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lhasa",1,1,1 ], "in 1959, when the Dalai Lama fled| Pop|: 85,000 (1960 est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lhasa",1,1,1 ], "the 17th century until 1950; known as the Forbidden City because it was closed to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Li Po",1,1,1 ], "700-762 a|d|, Chinese poet| His lyrics deal mostly with wine, nature, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Li Po",1,1,1 ], "women and are remarkable for their imagery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Li",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for lithium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liao",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE China, rising in SE Inner Mongolia and flowing northeast then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liao",1,1,1 ], "southwest to the Gulf of Liaotung| Length: about 1100 km (700 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liaoning",1,1,1 ], "(1967-71 est|)| Area: 150,000 sq| km (58,500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liaoning",1,1,1 ], "a province of NE China, in S Manchuria| Capital: Shen-yang| Pop|: 28,000,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liaotung",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of NE China, in S Manchuria extending south into the Yellow Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liaotung",1,1,1 ], "forms the S part of Liaoning province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liaotung",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| the N part of the Gulf of Chihli, west of the peninsula of Liaotung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liaoyang",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in S Manchuria, in Liaoning province: a regional capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liaoyang",1,1,1 ], "in the early dynasties| Pop|: 169,000 (1958 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liard",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Canada, rising in the SE Yukon and flowing east and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liard",1,1,1 ], "northwest to the Mackenzie River| Length: 885 km (550 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lias",1,1,1 ], "the lowest series of rocks of the Jurassic system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libau",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Liepaja" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libava",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for Liepaja" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libby",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for chemistry 1960" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Libby",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, U|S| chemist, who devised the technique of radiocarbon dating:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal Party",1,1,1 ], "major party in the 19th and early 20th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal Party",1,1,1 ], "the third largest political party in Britain; successor to the Whigs and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal Party",1,1,2 ], "generally opposed to the Labor Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal Party",1,1,2 ], "one of the major political parties in Australia, a conservative party," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal Party",1,1,3 ], "any other party supporting liberal policies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal Unionist",1,1,1 ], "a Liberal who opposed Gladstone's policy of Irish Home Rule in 1886 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal Unionist",1,1,1 ], "after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal",1,1,1 ], "a member or supporter of a Liberal Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a Liberal Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberec",1,1,1 ], "Sudeten movement in 1938| Pop|: 72,752 (1970)| German name: Reichenberg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liberec",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Czechoslovakia, on the Neisse River: a centre of the German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberia",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,708,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 111,400 sq| km (43,000 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Liberia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W Africa, on the Atlantic: originated in 1822 as a home for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberia",1,1,1 ], "freed Afro-American slaves, with land purchased by the American Colonization Society;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liberia",1,1,1 ], "language: English| Religion: mostly animist| Currency: U|S| dollar| Capital: Monrovia|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Liberia",1,1,1 ], "republic declared in 1847; exports are predominantly rubber and iron ore| Official" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liberty Island",1,1,1 ], "a small island in upper New York Bay: site of the Statue of Liberty| Area: 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liberty Island",1,1,1 ], "hectares (12 acres)| Former name (until 1956): Bedloe's Island" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Libia",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Libya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libra" ,1, 2, 1],"a small faint zodiacal constellation in the S hemisphere, lying between Virgo",1). c_DEF([ "Libra" ,1, 2, 1],"and Scorpius on the ecliptic",2). c_DEF([ "Libra" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"a person born under this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Libra" ,1, 2, 2],"Oct| 22",3). c_DEF([ "Libra" ,1, 2, 2],"and ruled by the planet Venus|The sun is in this sign between about Sept| 23 and",2). c_DEF([ "Libra" ,1, 2, 2],"the seventh sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a cardinal air classification",1). c_DEF([ "Libra" ,1, 3, 1],"born under or characteristic of Libra",1). c_DEF([ "Libreville",1,1,1 ], "as a French trading post in 1843 and expanded with the settlement of freed slaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Libreville",1,1,1 ], "in 1848| Pop|: 167,394 (1972)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Libreville",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Gabon, in the west on the estuary of the Gabon River: founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libya",1,1,1 ], "1912; divided after World War II into Tripolitania and Cyrenaica (under British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Libya",1,1,1 ], "a military junta in 1969| It consists almost wholly of desert and is a major" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Libya",1,1,1 ], "a republic in N Africa, on the Mediterranean: became an Italian colony in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libya",1,1,1 ], "administration) and Fezzan (under French); gained independence in 1951; monarchy overthrown by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Libya",1,1,1 ], "exporter of oil| Language: Arabic| Religion: mostly Sunni Muslim| Currency: Libyan" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Libya",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Libya",1,1,1 ], "pound| Capital: Tripoli| Pop|: 2,257,037 (1973)| Area: 1,760,000 sq| km (680,000 sq|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Libyan Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in N Africa, in E Libya, W Egypt, and the NW Sudan: the NE part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libyan Desert",1,1,1 ], "the Sahara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Libyan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Libya, its people, or its language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libyan",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Libya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Libyan",1,2,2 ], "the extinct Hamitic language of ancient Libya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lib|",1,1,1 ], "Liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lichfield",1,1,1 ], "(13th-14th century); birthplace of Samuel Johnson, during whose lifetime the Lichfield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lichfield",1,1,1 ], "Group (a literary circle) flourished| Pop|: 22,672 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lichfield",1,1,1 ], "a city in central England, in SE Staffordshire: cathedral with three spires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lichtenstein",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, U|S| pop artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liddell Hart",1,1,1 ], "Sir Basil Henry| 1895-1970, English military strategist and historian: he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liddell Hart",1,1,1 ], "advocated the development of mechanized warfare in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lidice",1,1,1 ], "Germans in 1942 in reprisal for the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich; rebuilt as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lidice",1,1,1 ], "a mining village in Czechoslovakia, in W central Bohemia: destroyed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lidice",1,1,1 ], "national memorial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lie",1,1,1 ], "(1946-52)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lie",1,1,1 ], "1896-1968, Norwegian statesman first secretary-general of the United Nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liebfraumilch",1,1,1 ], "a white table wine from the Rhine vineyards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liebig",1,1,1 ], "Baron von Liebig| 1803-73, German chemist, who founded agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liebig",1,1,1 ], "chemistry|He also contributed to organic chemistry, esp| to the concept of radicals, and he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liebig",1,1,1 ], "discovered chloroform" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liebknecht",1,1,1 ], "Karl (karl)| 1871-1919, German socialist leader: with Rosa Luxemburg he led an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liebknecht",1,1,1 ], "unsuccessful Communist revolt (1919) and was assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liebknecht",1,1,2 ], "founder (1869) of what was to become (1891) the German Social Democratic Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liebknecht",1,1,2 ], "his father, Wilhelm | 1826-1900, German socialist leader and journalist, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liechtenstein",1,1,1 ], "1719 by the uniting of the lordships of Schellenburg and Vaduz, which had been" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liechtenstein",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Vaduz| Pop|: 24,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 160 sq| km (62 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Liechtenstein",1,1,1 ], "a small mountainous principality in central Europe on the Rhine: formed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liechtenstein",1,1,1 ], "in 1924| Language: German| Religion: mostly Roman Catholic| Currency: Swiss franc|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Liechtenstein",1,1,1 ], "purchased by the Austrian family of Liechtenstein; customs union formed with Switzerland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liege",1,1,1 ], "a province of E Belgium: formerly a principality of the Holy Roman Empire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liege",1,1,1 ], "much larger than the present-day province| Pop|: 1,019,266 (1975 est|)| Area: 3877" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liege",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1497 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liege",1,1,2 ], "a city in E Belgium, capital of Liege province: the largest French-speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liege",1,1,2 ], "city in Belgium; river port and industrial centre| Pop|: 144,875 (1971 est|)|Flemish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liege",1,1,2 ], "name: Luik" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liegnitz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Legnica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liepor Lepaya",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Soviet Union, in the W Latvian SSR on the Baltic Sea: a naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liepor Lepaya",1,1,1 ], "and industrial centre, with a fishing fleet| Pop|: 100,000 (1975 est|)| Russian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liepor Lepaya",1,1,1 ], "name: Libava| German name: Libau" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liestal",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liestal",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Switzerland, capital of Basel-Land demicanton| Pop|: 12,500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lietuva",1,1,1 ], "the Lithuanian name for Lithuanian Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lieut|",1,1,1 ], "lieutenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Life Guards",1,1,1 ], "a cavalry regiment forming part of the Household Brigade, who wear scarlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Life Guards",1,1,1 ], "jackets and white plumes in their helmets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liffey",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Ireland, rising in the Wicklow Mountains and flowing west, then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liffey",1,1,1 ], "northeast through Dublin into Dublin Bay| Length: 80 km (50 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ligeti" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1923, Hungarian composer, resident in Vienna|His works, noted for their",1). c_DEF([ "Ligeti" ,1, 1, 1],"experimentalism, include",2). c_DEF([ "Ligeti" ,1, 1, 2],"for orchestra, Volumina (1962) for organ, and a requiem mass (1965)|",1). c_DEF([ "Light",1,1,1 ], "God regarded as a source of illuminating grace and strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Light",1,1,2 ], "short for Inner Light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liguria",1,1,1 ], "(2089 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liguria",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW Italy, on the Ligurian Sea (an arm of the Mediterranean): the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liguria",1,1,1 ], "third smallest of the regions of Italy| Pop|: 1,848,539 (1971)| Area: 5410 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Likasi",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Zaire, in Shaba province: a centre of copper and cobalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Likasi",1,1,1 ], "production| Pop|: 146,394 (1969 est|)| Former name: Jadotville" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Likoura",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for (Mount)Parnassus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilburne",1,1,1 ], "1614-57, English Puritan pamphleteer and leader of the Levellers, a radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilburne",1,1,1 ], "group prominent during the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lilienthal",1,1,1 ], "1848-96, German aeronautical engineer, a pioneer of glider design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilith",1,1,1 ], "(in the Old Testament and in Jewish folklore) a female demon, who attacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilith",1,1,1 ], "children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lilith",1,1,2 ], "(in Talmudic literature) Adam's first wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilith",1,1,3 ], "a witch notorious in medieval demonology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liliuokalani",1,1,1 ], "1838-1917, queen and last sovereign of the Hawaiian Islands (1891-93)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lille B",1,1,1 ], "the Danish name for the Little Belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lille",1,1,1 ], "Roubaix and Tourcoing one of the largest conurbations in France| Pop|: 177,218 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lille",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N France: the medieval capital of Flanders; forms with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilliputian",1,1,1 ], "a tiny person or being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilliputian",1,2,1 ], "tiny; very small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilliputian",1,2,2 ], "petty or trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilo",1,1,1 ], "a type of inflatable plastic or rubber mattress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lilongwe",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lilongwe",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Malawi, in the central part west of Lake Malawi| Pop|: 24,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lima",1,1,1 ], "America); an industrial centre with a port at nearby Callao| Pop|: 2,833,609 (1972)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lima",1,1,1 ], "Spanish colonization in South America; university founded in 1551 (the oldest in South" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lima",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Peru, near the Pacific coast on the Rimac River: the centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limassol",1,1,1 ], "Lemessus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limassol",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Cyprus: trading centre| Pop|: 51,500 (1970)| Ancient name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limbourg",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Limburg ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limburg",1,1,1 ], "1839" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limburg",1,1,1 ], "a medieval duchy of W Europe: divided between the Netherlands and Belgium in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limburg",1,1,2 ], "Capital: Maastricht| Pop|: 1,030,200 (1973 est|)| Area: 2253 sq| km (809 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limburg",1,1,2 ], "a province of the SE Netherlands: contains a coalfield and industrial centres|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limburg",1,1,3 ], "French name: Limbourg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Limburg",1,1,3 ], "a province of NE Belgium: contains the industrial regions of the Kempen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limburg",1,1,3 ], "coalfield| Capital: Hassett| Pop|: 685,576 (1975 est|)| Area: 2422 sq| km (935 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limburger",1,1,1 ], "a semihard white cheese of very strong smell and flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limerick",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 140,459 (1971)| Area: 2686 sq| km (1037 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Limerick",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW Ireland, in N Munster province: consists chiefly of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limerick",1,1,1 ], "undulating plain with rich pasture and mountains in the south| County town: Limerick|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limerick",1,1,2 ], "a port in SW Ireland, county town of Limerick, at the head of the Shannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limerick",1,1,2 ], "estuary| Pop|: 57,161 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limoges",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central France, on the Vienne River: a centre of the porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limoges",1,1,1 ], "industry since the 18th century| Pop|: 147,442 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limousin",1,1,1 ], "Central" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Limousin",1,1,1 ], "a region and former province of W central France, in the W part of the Massif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limpopo",1,1,1 ], "Mozambique to the Indian Ocean| Length: 1770 km (1100 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Limpopo",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Africa, rising in South Africa in S Transvaal and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Limpopo",1,1,1 ], "northeast, then southeast as the border between South Africa and Rhodesia and through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lin Piao",1,1,1 ], "1908-71, Chinese Communist general and statesman| He became minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lin Piao",1,1,1 ], "defence (1959) and second in rank to Mao Tse-tung (1966)| He fell from grace and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lin Piao",1,1,1 ], "reported to have died in an air crash while attempting to flee to the Soviet Union" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Linacre",1,1,1 ], "1460-1524, English humanist and physician: founded the Royal College of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linacre",1,1,1 ], "Physicians (1518)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linares",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Spain: site of Scipio Africanus' defeat of the Carthaginians (208" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linares",1,1,1 ], "b|c|); lead mines| Pop|: 50,516 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln green",1,2,1,1 ], "a yellowish-green or brownish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln green",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln green",1,2,2 ], "a cloth of this colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Latin name: Lindum" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,1 ], "(founded by William the Conqueror) and a famous cathedral (begun in 1086)| Pop|: 74,207" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central England, administrative centre of Lincolnshire: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,1 ], "important ecclesiastical and commercial centre in the Middle Ages; Roman ruins, a castle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,2 ], "163,440 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Nebraska: state capital; University of Nebraska (1869)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,3 ], "short for Lincolnshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",1,1,4 ], "a breed of long-woolled sheep, originally from Lincolnshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",2,1,1 ], "1809-65, U|S| Republican statesman; 16th president of the U|S| His fame rests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",2,1,1 ], "emancipation of slaves (1863); assassinated by Booth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln",2,1,1 ], "on his success in saving the Union in the Civil War (1861-65) and on his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln's Inn",1,1,1 ], "Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lincoln's Inn",1,1,1 ], "one of the four legal societies in London which together form the Inns of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincolnshire",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 524,500 (1976 est|)| Area: 58,848 sq| km (2272 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lincolnshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of E England, on the North Sea and the Wash: mostly low-lying and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lincolnshire",1,1,1 ], "fertile, with fenland around the Wash and hills (the Lincoln Wolds) in the east; one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lincolnshire",1,1,1 ], "the main agricultural counties of Great Britain| Administrative centre: Lincoln|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lincs| ",1,1,1 ], "Lincolnshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lind",1,1,1 ], "Swedish name Johanna Maria Lind Goldschmidt| 1820-87, Swedish coloratura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lind",1,1,1 ], "soprano" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lindbergh",1,1,1 ], "1902-74, U|S| aviator, who made the first solo nonstop flight across the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lindbergh",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic (1927)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lindesnes",1,1,1 ], "a cape at the S tip of Norway, projecting into the North Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lindisfarne",1,1,1 ], "another name for Holy Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lindsey",1,1,1 ], "Lincolnshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lindsey",1,1,1 ], "an area in E England constituting a former administrative division of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lindwall" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1921, Australian cricketer| A fast bowler, he played for Australia 61",1). c_DEF([ "Lindwall" ,1, 1, 1],"times between 1946 and 1958",2). c_DEF([ "Line Islands",1,1,1 ], "Washington, and Christmas Islands: part of the Gilbert Islands, with Palmyra and Jarvis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Line Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of coral islands in the central Pacific, including Fanning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Line Islands",1,1,1 ], "administered by the U|S" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Linear A",1,1,1 ], "a hitherto undeciphered script, partly syllabic and partly ideographic, found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linear A",1,1,1 ], "on tablets and pottery in Crete and dating mainly from the 15th century b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linear B",1,1,1 ], "Pylos and Mycenae on the Greek mainland, dating from the 14th-12th centuries| The" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Linear B",1,1,1 ], "an ancient system of writing, apparently a modified form of Linear A, found on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linear B",1,1,1 ], "clay tablets and jars of the second millennium b|c|The earliest excavated examples," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linear B",1,1,1 ], "dating from about 1400, came from Knossos, in Crete, but all the later finds are at" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Linear B",1,1,1 ], "script is generally accepted as being an early representation of Mycenaean Greek" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lingayen Gulf",1,1,1 ], "Luzon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lingayen Gulf",1,1,1 ], "a large inlet of the South China Sea in the Philippines, on the NW coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lingua Franca",1,1,1 ], "Greek, and Turkish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lingua Franca",1,1,1 ], "a particular lingua franca spoken from the time of the Crusades to the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lingua Franca",1,1,1 ], "century in the ports of the Mediterranean, based on Italian, Spanish, French, Arabic," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Link trainer",1,1,1 ], "a ground-training device for training pilots and aircrew in the use of flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Link trainer",1,1,1 ], "instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linkping",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Sweden: a political and ecclesiastical centre in the Middle Ages;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linkping",1,1,1 ], "engineering industry| Pop|: 108,034 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linlithgow",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Scotland, in Lothian region: ruined palace, residence of Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linlithgow",1,1,1 ], "kings and birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots| Pop|: 5685 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linlithgow",1,1,2 ], "the former name of West Lothian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linnaeus",1,1,1 ], "binomial system of biological nomenclature that forms the basis of modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linnaeus",1,1,1 ], "classification" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Linnaeus",1,1,1 ], "original name Carl von Linne| 1707-78, Swedish botanist, who established the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linnean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Linnaeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linnean",1,1,2 ], "nomenclature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linnean",1,1,2 ], "relating to the system of classification of plants and animals using binomial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linnhe",1,1,1 ], "(20 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linnhe",1,1,1 ], "a sea loch of W Scotland, at the SW end of the Great Glen| Length: about 32 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linotype",1,1,1 ], "a typesetting machine, operated by a keyboard, that casts an entire line on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linotype",1,1,1 ], "one solid slug of metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Linotype",1,1,2 ], "type produced by such a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linz",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Austria, capital of Upper Austria, on the River Danube: cultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Linz",1,1,1 ], "centre; steel works| Pop|: 202,874 (1971)| Latin name: Lentia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lion",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Leo, the fifth sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lions",1,1,1 ], "a wide bay of the Mediterranean off the S coast of France, between the Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lions",1,1,1 ], "border and Toulon| French name: Golfe du Lion (g@$lf dy !lj@$)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lipari Islands",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 10,037 (1971)| Area: 114 sq| km (44 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lipari Islands",1,1,1 ], "Sicily: remains that form a continuous record from Neolithic times| Chief town: Lipari|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lipari Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands under Italian administration off the N coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lipari Islands",1,1,2 ], "Italian name: Isole Eolie " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lipchitz",1,1,1 ], "1891-1973, U|S| sculptor, born in Lithuania: he pioneered cubist sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lipetsk",1,1,1 ], "351,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lipetsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, on the Voronezh River: steel works| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lippe",1,1,1 ], "Rhine-Westphalia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lippe",1,1,1 ], "a former state of NW Germany: now part of the West German state of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lippe",1,1,2 ], "(150 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lippe",1,1,2 ], "a river in N West Germany, flowing west to the Rhine| Length: about 240 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lippi",1,1,1 ], "Filippino |1457-1504, Italian painter of the Florentine school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lippi",1,1,2 ], "Florentine school, noted particularly for his frescoes at Prato Cathedral (1452-64)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lippi",1,1,2 ], "his father, Fra Filippo (fra fi!lippo)|1406-69, Italian painter of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lippizaner",1,1,1 ], "Vienna and nearly always grey in colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lippizaner",1,1,1 ], "a breed of riding and carriage horse used by the Spanish Riding School in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lippmann",1,1,1 ], "1845-1921, French physicist|He devised the earliest process of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lippmann",1,1,1 ], "photography: Nobel prize for physics 1908" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lisbon",1,1,1 ], "became capital in 1256; subject to earthquakes and severely damaged in 1755;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lisbon",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Portugal, in the southwest on the Tagus estuary:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lisbon",1,1,1 ], "university (1911)| Pop|: 774,500 (1974 est|)| Portuguese name: Lisboa (li#f!bo@@)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lisieux",1,1,1 ], "Therese, who lived there| Pop|: 26,674 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lisieux",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW France: Roman Catholic pilgrimage centre, for its shrine of St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lissajous figure",1,1,1 ], "a curve traced out by a point that undergoes two simple harmonic motions in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lissajous figure",1,1,1 ], "frequencies and phases of alternating voltages" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lissajous figure",1,1,1 ], "mutually perpendicular directions| The shape of these curves is characteristic of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lissajous figure",1,1,1 ], "relative phases and frequencies of the motion; they are used to determine the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lister",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Lister| 1827-1912, English surgeon, who introduced the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lister",1,1,1 ], "antiseptics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Listerism",1,1,1 ], "the use of or theory of using antiseptic techniques" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liszt" ,1, 1, 1],"1811-86, Hungarian composer and pianist|The greatest piano virtuoso of the",1). c_DEF([ "Liszt" ,1, 1, 1],"19th century, he originated the symphonic poem, pioneered the one-movement sonata",2). c_DEF([ "Liszt" ,1, 1, 1],"form, and developed new harmonic combinations|His works include the symphonies",3). c_DEF([ "Liszt" ,1, 1, 2],"and Dante (1867), piano compositions and transcriptions, songs, and church",1). c_DEF([ "Liszt" ,1, 1, 2],"music",2). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W Soviet Union, on the Baltic Sea: a grand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "duchy in medieval times| Capital: Vilnius| Pop|: 3,128,236 (1970)| Area: 65,200 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "km (25,174 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,2 ], "Lithuanian name: Lietuva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Lithuania, its people, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian",1,2,1 ], "an official language of the Lithuanian SSR, along with Russian: belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian",1,2,1 ], "the Baltic branch of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lithuanian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Lithuania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lith|",1,1,1 ], "Lithuania(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little America",1,1,1 ], "by Richard Byrd (1928); used for polar exploration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Little America",1,1,1 ], "the chief U|S| base in the Antarctic, on the Ross Ice Shelf: first established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Bear",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Ursa Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Belt",1,1,1 ], "a strait in Denmark, between Jutland and Fyn Island, linking the Kattegat with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Belt",1,1,1 ], "name: Lille Balt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Little Belt",1,1,1 ], "the Baltic| Length: about 48 km (30 miles)| Width: up to 29 km (18 miles)| Danish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Little Bighorn",1,1,1 ], "Bighorn River| Its banks were the scene of the defeat (1876) and killing of General" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Little Bighorn",1,1,1 ], "Custer and his command by Indians" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Little Bighorn",1,1,1 ], "a river in the W central U|S|, rising in N Wyoming and flowing north to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Corporal",1,1,1 ], "a nickname of Napoleon Bonaparte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Diomede",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| Area: about 10 sq| km (4 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Little Diomede",1,1,1 ], "the smaller of the two Diomede Islands in the Bering Strait: administered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Dipper",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for Ursa Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Dog",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Canis Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little John",1,1,1 ], "one of Robin Hood's companions, noted for his great size and strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Rock",1,1,1 ], "142,065 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Little Rock",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Arkansas, on the Arkansas River: state capital| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Russia",1,1,1 ], "a region of the SW Soviet Union, consisting chiefly of the Ukrainian SSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little Russian",1,2,1 ], "a former word for Ukrainian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Little St| Bernard Pass",1,1,1 ], "Thuile, Italy: 11th-century hospice| Height: 2187 m (7177 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Little St| Bernard Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the Savoy Alps, between Bourg-Saint-Maurice, France, and La" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Littoria",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1947) of Latina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Litt|B|" ,1, 1, 1],"Bachelor of Letters or",1). c_DEF([ "Litt|B|" ,1, 1, 2],"achelor of Literature",1). c_DEF([ "Litt|D|" ,1, 1, 1],"Doctor of Letters or",1). c_DEF([ "Litt|D|" ,1, 1, 2],"octor of Literature",1). c_DEF([ "Liu Shao-ch'i",1,1,1 ], "1898-1974, Chinese Communist statesman; chairman of the People's Republic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liu Shao-ch'i",1,1,1 ], "China (1959-68); deposed during the Cultural Revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpool",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England, administrative centre of Merseyside, on the Mersey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpool",1,1,1 ], "estuary: second largest seaport in Great Britain; developed chiefly in the 17th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpool",1,1,1 ], "with the industrialization of S Lancashire; university (1881)| Pop|: 606,834 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpool",2,1,1 ], "(1812-27)| His government was noted for its repressive policies until about 1822, when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpool",2,1,1 ], "2nd Earl of Liverpool| 1770-1828, British Tory statesman; prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpool",2,1,1 ], "more liberal measures were introduced by such men as Peel and Canning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpudlian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Liverpool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Liverpudlian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Liverpool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Livingston",1,1,1 ], "(1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Livingston",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Scotland, in W Lothian: founded as a new town in 1962| Pop|: 8500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Livingstone",1,1,1 ], "(1871) by the journalist H| M| Stanley" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Livingstone",1,1,1 ], "1813-73, Scottish missionary and explorer in Africa| After working as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Livingstone",1,1,1 ], "Zambezi River (1851), the Victoria Falls (1855), and Lake Malawi (1859)| In 1866 he set" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Livingstone",1,1,1 ], "missionary in Botswana, he led a series of expeditions, discovering Lake Ngami (1849), the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Livingstone",1,1,1 ], "out to search for the source of the Nile and was found in dire straits and rescued" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Livonia",1,1,1 ], "1721; divided between Estonia and Latvia in 1918" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Livonia",1,1,1 ], "a former Russian province on the Baltic, north of Lithuania: became Russian in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Livonia",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Michigan, west of Detroit| Pop|: 114,922 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Livorno",1,1,1 ], "a port in W central Italy, in Tuscany on the Ligurian Sea: shipyards;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Livorno",1,1,1 ], "oil-refining| Pop|: 177,649 (1975 est|)| English name: Leghorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Livy",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Titus Livius| 59 b|c|-17 a|d|, Roman historian, famous for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Livy",1,1,1 ], "history of Rome in 142 books of which only 35 survive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lizard",1,1,1 ], "Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lizard",1,1,1 ], "a promontory in SW England, in SW Cornwall: the southernmost point in Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ljubljana",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Yugoslavia, capital of Slovenia: capital of Illyria (1816-49);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ljubljana",1,1,1 ], "became part of Yugoslavia in 1918; university (1595)| Pop|: 173,853 (1971)| German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ljubljana",1,1,1 ], "name: Laibach" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Llandaff",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Wales, in South Glamorgan: a suburb of Cardiff; the oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Llandaff",1,1,1 ], "bishopric in Wales (6th century)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Llandudno",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Llandudno",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in NW Wales, in NE Gwynedd on the Irish Sea| Pop|: 19,009" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Llanelli",1,1,1 ], "26,320 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Llanelli",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in S Wales, in S Dyfed on an inlet of Carmarthen Bay| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Llanfairpwllgwyngyll" ,1, 1, 1],"Llanfairpwll, or Llanfair P| G|n",1). c_DEF([ "Llanfairpwllgwyngyll" ,1, 1, 2],"Great Britain when unabbreviated; means: St| Mary's Church in the hollow of the",2). c_DEF([ "Llanfairpwllgwyngyll" ,1, 1, 2],"Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllan tysiliogogogoch",4). c_DEF([ "Llanfairpwllgwyngyll" ,1, 1, 2],"a village in NW Wales, in SE Anglesey: reputed to be the longest place name in",1). c_DEF([ "Llanfairpwllgwyngyll" ,1, 1, 2],"white hazel near the rapid whirlpool of Llandysilio of the red cave|Full name:",3). c_DEF([ "Llangollen",1,1,1 ], "Eisteddfod held annually since 1946| Pop|: 3108 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Llangollen",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Wales, in Clwyd on the River Dee: International Musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Llano Estacado",1,1,1 ], "Mexico: oil and natural gas resources| Chief towns: Lubbock and Amarillo| Area: 83,700" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Llano Estacado",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (30,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Llano Estacado",1,1,1 ], "the S part of the Great Plains of the U|S|, extending over W Texas and E New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Llewellyn",1,1,1 ], "Colonel Harry| born 1911, Welsh show-jumping rider: on Foxhunter, he was a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Llewellyn",1,1,1 ], "member of the British team that won the gold medal at the 1952 Olympic Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lleyn Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in NW Wales between Cardigan Bay and Caernarvon Bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd George",1,1,1 ], "(1916-22)| As chancellor of the exchequer (1908-15) he introduced old age pensions (1908)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd George",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Dwyfor| 1863-1945, British Liberal statesman: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd George",1,1,1 ], "a radical budget (1909), and an insurance scheme (1911)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd",1,1,1 ], "Harold 1893-1971, U|S| comic film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd",1,1,2 ], "Marie| stage name of Matilda Alice Victoria Wood| 1870-1922, English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd",1,1,2 ], "music-hall comedienne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd's",1,1,1 ], "(Lloyd's List) of shipping data and news" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd's",1,1,1 ], "Originally concerned exclusively with marine insurance and a shipping information service," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd's",1,1,1 ], "an association of London underwriters set up in the late 17th century|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lloyd's",1,1,1 ], "it now subscribes a variety of insurance policies and publishes a daily list" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lman",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Lake Geneva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lneburg",1,1,1 ], "Brunswick-Luneburg from 1235 to 1369; prominent Hanse town; saline springs| Pop|: 59,800 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lneburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in N West Germany, in Lower Saxony: capital of the duchy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lnos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name of Lemnos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loanda",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Luanda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lobachevsky",1,1,1 ], "1793-1856, Russian mathematician a founder of non-Euclidean geometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lobengula",1,1,1 ], "1836-94, last Matabele king (1870-93); his kingdom was destroyed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lobengula",1,1,1 ], "British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lobito",1,1,1 ], "the chief port in Angola, in the west on Lobito Bay: terminus of the railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lobito",1,1,1 ], "through Benguela to Mozambique| Pop|: 59,528 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Locarno",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Switzerland, in Ticino canton at the N end of Lake Maggiore:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Locarno",1,1,1 ], "tourist resort| Pop|: 14,143 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Locke",1,1,1 ], "John| 1632-1704, English philosopher, who discussed the concept of empiricism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Locke",1,1,1 ], "in his Essay Concerning Human Understanding (1690)| He influenced political" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Locke",1,1,1 ], "thought, esp| in France and America, with his Two Treatises on Government (1690), in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Locke",1,1,1 ], "which he sanctioned the right to revolt" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Locke",1,1,2 ], "Matthew| 1630-77, English composer, esp| of works for the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lockyer",1,1,1 ], "Sir Joseph Norman| 1836-1920, English astronomer: a pioneer in solar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lockyer",1,1,1 ], "spectroscopy, he was the first to observe helium in the sun's atmosphere (1868)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Locris",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of central Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lod",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 30,500 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lod",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Israel, southeast of Tel Aviv: Israel's chief airport|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lodge",1,1,1 ], "Sir Oliver 1851-1940, English physicist, who perfected the coherer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lodge",1,1,2 ], "Thomas| 1558-1625, English writer| His romance Rosalynde (1590) supplied the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lodge",1,1,2 ], "plot for Shakespeare's As You Like It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lodge",2,1,1 ], "the official Canberra residence of the Australian Prime Minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lodi",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Italy, in Lombardy: scene of Napoleon's defeat of the Austrians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lodi",1,1,1 ], "in 1796| Pop|: 44,422 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loeb",1,1,1 ], "1859-1924, U|S| physiologist, born in Germany, noted esp| for his pioneering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loeb",1,1,1 ], "work on artificial parthenogenesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loewe",1,1,1 ], "(Johann)Karl (Gottfried)(karl)| 1796-1869, German composer, esp| of songs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loewe",1,1,1 ], "such as Der Erlkonig (1818)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loewi",1,1,1 ], "1873-1961, U|S| pharmacologist, born in Germany| He shared a Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loewi",1,1,1 ], "medicine (1936) with Dale for their work on the chemical transmission of nerve impulses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lofoten and Vester'" ,1, 1, 1],"Largest island: Hinny|Pop|: 56,066 (1970)|Area: about 5130 sq| km (1980 sq| miles)",2). c_DEF([ "Lofoten and Vester'" ,1, 1, 1],"a group of islands off the NW coast of Norway, within the Arctic Circle|",1). c_DEF([ "Logan",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NW Canada, in SW Yukon in the St| Elias Range: the highest peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Logan",1,1,1 ], "in Canada and the second highest in North America| Height: 6050 m (19,850 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Logos",1,1,1 ], "the divine Word; the second person of the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Logrono" ,1, 1, 1],"a walled city in N Spain, on the Ebro River: trading centre of an",1). c_DEF([ "Logrono" ,1, 1, 1],"agricultural region noted for its wine|Pop|: 84,456 (1970)",2). c_DEF([ "Lohengrin",1,1,1 ], "(in German legend) a son of Parzival and knight of the Holy Grail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loir-et-Cher",1,1,1 ], "289,474 (1975)| Area: 6422 sq| km (2505 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loir-et-Cher",1,1,1 ], "a department of N central France, in Centre region| Capital: Blois| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loire",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 751,598 (1975)| Area: 4799 sq| km (1872 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loire",1,1,1 ], "a department of E central France, in Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: St| Etienne|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loire",1,1,2 ], "a river in France, rising in the Massif Central and flowing north and west in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loire",1,1,2 ], "a wide curve to the Bay of Biscay: the longest river in France| Its valley is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loire",1,1,2 ], "famous for its wines and chateaux| Length: 1020 km (634 miles)| Ancient name: Liger" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Loire-Atlantique",1,1,1 ], "948,307 (1975)| Area: 6980 sq| km (2722 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loire-Atlantique",1,1,1 ], "a department of W France, in Pays de la Loire region| Capital: Nantes| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loiret",1,1,1 ], "502,213 (1975)| Area: 6812 sq| km (2657 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loiret",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France, in Centre region| Capital: Orleans| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lok Sabha",1,1,1 ], "the lower chamber of India's Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loki",1,1,1 ], "the god of mischief and destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lolland",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 1240 sq| km (480 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lolland",1,1,1 ], "an island of Denmark in the Baltic Sea, south of Sjaelland| Pop|: 78,916" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lollard",1,1,1 ], "a follower of John Wycliffe during the 14th, 15th, and 16th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lom",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lom",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Togo, on the Bight of Benin| Pop|: 148,443" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lomax",1,1,1 ], "born 1915, and his father John Avery (1867-1948), U|S| folklorists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombard Street",1,1,1 ], "the British financial and banking world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombard" ,1, 1, 1],"a native or inhabitant of Lombardy",1). c_DEF([ "Lombard" ,1, 1, 2],"a member of an ancient Germanic people who settled in N Italy after 568 a|d",1). c_DEF([ "Lombard" ,1, 2, 1],"of or relating to Lombardy or the Lombards",1). c_DEF([ "Lombard",2,1,1 ], "1100-60, Italian theologian, noted for his Sententiarum libri quatuor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombardy poplar",1,1,1 ], "an Italian poplar tree, Populus nigra italica, with upwardly pointing branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombardy poplar",1,1,1 ], "giving it a columnar shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lombardy",1,1,1 ], "Austria before becoming part of Italy in 1859; intensively cultivated and in parts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lombardy",1,1,1 ], "Italian name: Lombardia " ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lombardy",1,1,1 ], "a region of N central Italy, bordering on the Alps: dominated by prosperous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombardy",1,1,1 ], "highly industrialized| Pop|: 8,526,718 (1971)| Area: 23,804 sq| km (9284 sq| miles)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lombardy",1,1,1 ], "lordships and city-states during the Middle Ages; later ruled by Spain and then by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lombok",1,1,1 ], "Australian in flora and fauna, the line of demarcation beginning at Lombok Strait (a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lombok",1,1,1 ], "Chief town: Mataram| Pop|: 1,300,234 (1961)| Area: 4730 sq| km (1826 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Lombok",1,1,1 ], "Dutch rule in 1894; important biologically as being transitional between Asian and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lombok",1,1,1 ], "an island of Indonesia, in the Nusa Tenggara Islands east of Java: came under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombok",1,1,1 ], "channel between Lombok and Bali, connecting the Flores Sea with the Indian Ocean)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lombrosian",1,1,1 ], "abnormal type" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lombrosian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the doctrine propounded by Lombroso that criminals are a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombrosian",1,1,1 ], "product of hereditary and atavistic factors and can be classified as a definite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lombroso",1,1,1 ], "1836-1909, Italian criminologist: he postulated the existence of a criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lombroso",1,1,1 ], "type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lomond",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 38 km (24 miles)| Width: up to 8 km (5 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lomond",1,1,1 ], "Loch| a lake in W Scotland, north of Glasgow: the largest Scottish lake|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "London pride",1,1,1 ], "a saxifragaceous plant, a hybrid between Saxifraga spathularis and S| umbrosa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "London pride",1,1,1 ], "having a basal rosette of leaves and pinkish-white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,1 ], "West End (the entertainment and major shopping centre), the East End (the industrial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,1 ], "and dock area), and extensive suburbs| Latin name: Londinium" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,1 ], "near its estuary on the North Sea: consists of the City (the financial quarter), the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the United Kingdom, a port in S England on the River Thames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,2 ], "1965 from the City, parts of Surrey, Kent, Essex, and Hertfordshire, and almost all" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,2 ], "Greater| the administrative area of London, consisting of the City of London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,2 ], "and 32 boroughs (12 Inner London boroughs and 20 Outer London boroughs): formed in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,2 ], "of Middlesex| Pop|: 7,028,200 (1976 est|)| Area: 1610 sq| km (628 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,3 ], "Ontario (1878)| Pop|: 223,222 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "London",1,1,3 ], "a city in SE Canada, in SE Ontario on the Thames River: University of Western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "London",2,1,1 ], "The Iron Heel (1907), and the semiautobiographical John Barleycorn (1913)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "London",2,1,1 ], "pen name of John Griffith London| 1876-1916, U|S| novelist, short-story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "London",2,1,1 ], "writer, and adventurer| His works include Call of the Wild (1903), The Sea Wolf (1904)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Londonderry",1,1,1 ], "130,296 (1971)| Area: 2108 sq| km (814 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Londonderry",1,1,1 ], "a county of Northern Ireland, on the Atlantic| County town: Londonderry| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Londonderry",1,1,2 ], "Northern Ireland: given to the City of London in 1613 to be colonized by Londoners;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Londonderry",1,1,2 ], "a port in N Northern Ireland, county town of Londonderry and second city of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Londonderry",1,1,2 ], "besieged by James II's forces (1688-89)| Pop|: 31,437 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Londrina",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Londrina",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Brazil, in Parana: centre of a coffee-growing area| Pop|: 156,670" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long Beach",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW California, on San Pedro Bay: resort and naval base;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long Beach",1,1,1 ], "oil-refining| Pop|: 346,793 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Long Eaton",1,1,1 ], "a town in N central England, in SE Derbyshire| Pop|: 33,694 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long Island",1,1,1 ], "Brooklyn and Queens in the west, many resorts (notably Coney Island), and two large" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Long Island",1,1,1 ], "Long Island Sound (an arm of the Atlantic): contains the New York City boroughs of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Long Island",1,1,1 ], "airports (La Guardia and the John F| Kennedy)| Area: 4462 sq| km (1723 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Long Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in SE New York State, separated from the S shore of Connecticut by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long March",1,1,1 ], "Chinese Communists when they were forced out of their base in Kiangsi in SE China| They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Long March",1,1,1 ], "a journey of about 10,000 km (6000 miles) undertaken (1934-35) by some 100,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long March",1,1,1 ], "journey" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Long March",1,1,1 ], "made their way to Shensi in NW China; only about 8000 survived the rigours of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Long Parliament",1,1,1 ], "expelled by Cromwell in 1653, and was finally dissolved in 1660" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Long Parliament",1,1,1 ], "the Parliament summoned by Charles I that assembled on Nov| 3, 1640, was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long Parliament",1,1,2 ], "the Cavalier Parliament of 1661-79" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long Parliament",1,1,3 ], "1406" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Long Parliament",1,1,3 ], "the Parliament called in Henry IV's reign that met from March 1 to Dec| 22," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Long",1,1,1 ], "1815-78, U|S| surgeon| He was the first to use ether as an anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longbenton",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in Tyneside near Newcastle| Pop|: 48,970 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longfellow",1,1,1 ], "(1847) and The Song of Hiawatha (1855)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Longfellow",1,1,1 ], "1807-82, U|S| poet, noted particularly for his long narrative poems Evangeline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longford",1,1,1 ], "28,250 (1971)| Area: 1043 sq| km (403 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Longford",1,1,1 ], "a county of N Ireland, in Leinster province| County town: Longford| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longford",1,1,2 ], "a town in N Ireland, county town of Co| Longford| Pop|: 4791 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longinus",1,1,1 ], "2nd century a|d|, supposed author of the famous Greek treatise on literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longinus",1,1,1 ], "criticism, On the Sublime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Longobard",1,1,1 ], "a rare name for an ancient Lombard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longs Peak",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N Colorado, in the Front Range of the Rockies: the highest peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longs Peak",1,1,1 ], "in the Rocky Mountain National Park| Height: 4344 m (14,255 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Longueuil",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Canada, in S Quebec: a suburb of Montreal| Pop|: 97,590 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longus",1,1,1 ], "3rd century a|d|, Greek author of the prose romance Daphnis and Chloe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longyearbyen",1,1,1 ], "a village on West Spitsbergen island, administrative centre of the Svalbard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Longyearbyen",1,1,1 ], "archipelago: coal-mining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lons-le-Saunier",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lons-le-Saunier",1,1,1 ], "a town in E France: saline springs; manufactures sparkling wines| Pop|: 23,292" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lope de Vega",1,1,1 ], "and poet| He established the classic form of Spanish drama and was a major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lope de Vega",1,1,1 ], "full name Lope Felix de Vega Carpio| 1562-1635, Spanish dramatist, novelist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lope de Vega",1,1,1 ], "influence on European, esp| French, literature| Some 500 of his 1800 plays are extant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lopoldville",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Kinshasa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lorca" ,2, 1, 1],"1899-1936, Spanish poet and dramatist|His poetry, such as",1). c_DEF([ "Lorca" ,2, 1, 2],"de sangre (1933), Yerma (1935), and La Casa de Bernarda Alba (1936)",2). c_DEF([ "Lorca" ,2, 1, 2],"shows his debt to Andalusian folk poetry|His plays include the trilogy Bodas",1). c_DEF([ "Lorca",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Spain, on the Guadalentin River| Pop|: 60,609 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Advocate",1,1,1 ], "legislation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Advocate",1,1,1 ], "the minister of the Crown with responsibility for drafting Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Chamberlain",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the chief official of the royal household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Chancellor",1,1,1 ], "Speaker of the House of Lords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Chancellor",1,1,1 ], "the cabinet minister who is head of the judiciary in England and Wales and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Chief Justice",1,1,1 ], "hierarchy; president of one division of the High Court of Justice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Chief Justice",1,1,1 ], "the judge who is second only to the Lord Chancellor in the English legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord High Chancellor",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Lord Chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Justice of Appeal",1,1,1 ], "an ordinary judge of the Court of Appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the representative of the Crown in a county" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Lieutenant",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the British viceroy in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Mayor",1,1,1 ], "the mayor in the City of London and in certain other important boroughs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord President of the Council",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the Cabinet minister who presides at meetings of the Privy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord President of the Council",1,1,1 ], "Council" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Privy Seal",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the senior cabinet minister without official duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Provost",1,1,1 ], "Aberdeen, and Dundee)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord Provost",1,1,1 ], "the provost of one of the four major Scottish burghs (Edinburgh, Glasgow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord of Appeal",1,1,1 ], "appeals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord of Appeal",1,1,1 ], "one of several judges appointed to assist the House of Lords in hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord of Hosts",1,1,1 ], "Jehovah or God when regarded as having the angelic forces at his command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord of Misrule",1,1,1 ], "(formerly, in England) a person appointed master of revels at a Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord of Misrule",1,1,1 ], "celebration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord",1,1,1 ], "a title given to God or Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord",1,1,1,1 ], "a title given to men of high birth, specifically to an earl, marquess, baron," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord",1,1,1,1 ], "or viscount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord",1,1,1,2 ], "a courtesy title given to the younger sons of a duke or marquess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord",1,1,1,3 ], "the ceremonial title of certain high officials or of a bishop or archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of dismay, surprise, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord's Day",1,1,1 ], "the Christian Sabbath; Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord's Prayer",1,1,1 ], "112-4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lord's Prayer",1,1,1 ], "the prayer taught by Jesus Christ to his disciples, as in Matthew 69-13, Luke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord's Supper" ,1, 1, 1],"another term for ,Holy Communion",1). c_DEF([ "Lord's table",1,1,1 ], "Chiefly Protestantism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord's table",1,1,2 ], "Holy Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord's table",1,1,3 ], "another name for altar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lord's",1,1,1 ], "a cricket ground in N London; headquarters of the M|C|C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lords Spiritual",1,1,1 ], "House of Lords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lords Spiritual",1,1,1 ], "the Anglican bishops of England and Wales in their capacity as members of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lords Temporal",1,1,1 ], "peers other than bishops in their capacity as members of the House of Lords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lords",1,1,1 ], "short for House of Lords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lordship",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by Your or His)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lordship",1,1,2 ], "a title used to address or refer to a bishop, a judge of the high court, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lordship",1,1,2 ], "any peer except a duke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lorelei",1,1,1 ], "(in German legend) a siren, said to dwell on a rock at the edge of the Rhine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lorelei",1,1,1 ], "south of Koblenz, who lures boatmen to destruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loren",1,1,1 ], "(1964), A Countess from Hong Kong (1966), Man of La Mancha (1972), and The Cassandra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Loren",1,1,1 ], "Crossing (1977)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Loren",1,1,1 ], "include Two Women (1961), The Millionairess (1961), The Fall of the Roman Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loren",1,1,1 ], "original name Sophia Scicolonborn 1934, Italian film actress| Her films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lorentz",1,1,1 ], "1853-1928, Dutch physicist: shared the Nobel prize for physics (1902) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lorentz",1,1,1 ], "Zeeman for their work on electromagnetic theory| With G| F| Fitzgerald, he formulated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lorentz",1,1,1 ], "the theory of moving bodies, known as the Lorentz-Fitzgerald contraction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lorenz" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1903, Austrian zoologist, who founded ethology|His works include",1). c_DEF([ "Lorenz" ,1, 1, 2],"shared the Nobel prize for medicine 1973|",1). c_DEF([ "Lorient",1,1,1 ], "a port in W France, on the Bay of Biscay| Pop|: 71,923 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "Franco-Prussian war and regained by France in 1919; rich iron-ore deposits| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "Lothringen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "a region and former province of E France; ceded to Germany in 1871 after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lorraine",1,1,2 ], "Kingdom of| an early medieval kingdom on the Meuse, Moselle, and Rhine rivers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lorraine",1,1,2 ], "later a duchy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lorraine",1,1,3 ], "a former duchy in E France, once the S half of this kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Los Angeles",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW California, on the Pacific: the third largest city in the U|S|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Los Angeles",1,1,1 ], "having absorbed many adjacent townships; industrial centre and port, with several" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Los Angeles",1,1,1 ], "universities| Pop|: 2,746,854 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Losey",1,1,1 ], "Servant (1963), Accident (1967), and Secret Ceremony (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Losey",1,1,1 ], "born 1909, U|S| film director, in Britain since 1952| His films include The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lost Generation",1,1,1 ], "the large number of talented young men killed in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lost Generation",1,1,2 ], "Hemingway, active after World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lost Generation",1,1,2 ], "the generation of writers, esp| American authors such as Scott Fitzgerald and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lot",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 157,079 (1975)| Area: 5226 sq| km (2038 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lot",1,1,1 ], "a department of S central France, in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Cahors|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lot",1,1,2 ], "River| Length: about 483 km (300 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lot",1,1,2 ], "a river in S France, rising in the Cevennes and flowing west into the Garonne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lot",2,1,1 ], "Abraham's nephew: he escaped the destruction of Sodom, but his wife was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lot",2,1,1 ], "changed into a pillar of salt for looking back as they fled (Genesis 19)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lot-et-Garonne",1,1,1 ], "Area: 5385 sq| km (2100 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lot-et-Garonne",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Aquitaine| Capital: Agen| Pop|: 299,157 (1975)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lothair I",1,1,1 ], "795-855 a|d|, German king (840-43) and Holy Roman Emperor (840-55); son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lothair I",1,1,1 ], "Louis I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lothair II",1,1,1 ], "(1133-37)| He was elected German king over the hereditary Hohenstaufen claimant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lothair II",1,1,1 ], "called the Saxon| 1070-1137, German king (1125-37) and Holy Roman Emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lothario",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) a rake, libertine, or seducer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lothian Region",1,1,1 ], "755,293 (1976 est|)| Area: 1813 sq| km (700 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lothian Region",1,1,1 ], "Lothian, most of Midlothian, and West Lothian| Administrative centre: Edinburgh| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lothian Region",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in SE central Scotland, formed in 1975 from East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lothians",1,1,1 ], "Midlothian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lothians",1,1,1 ], "three former counties of SE central Scotland: East Lothian, West Lothian, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lothringen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Lorraine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loughborough",1,1,1 ], "45,863 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loughborough",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in N Leicestershire: university (1966)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis I",1,1,1 ], "Emperor (814-40)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis I",1,1,1 ], "called the Pious or the Debonair| 778-840 a|d|, king of France and Holy Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis II",1,1,1 ], "called the German| 804-876 a|d|, king of Germany (843-76); son of Louis I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis II",1,1,2 ], "de Bourbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis IV",1,1,1 ], "Emperor (1328-47)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis IV",1,1,1 ], "called the Bavarian| 1287-1347, king of Germany (1314-47) and Holy Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis IX",1,1,1 ], "(1248-54) and was held to ransom (1250); died at Tunis while on another crusade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis IX",1,1,1 ], "known as Saint Louis| 1214-70, king of France (1226-70): led the Sixth Crusade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Napoleon",1,1,1 ], "the original name of Napoleon III" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Philippe",1,1,1 ], "became excessively identified with the bourgeoisie and he was forced to abdicate by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Philippe",1,1,1 ], "known as the Citizen King| 1773-1850, king of the French (1830-48)| His regime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Philippe",1,1,1 ], "the revolution of 1848" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Quatorze",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the baroque style of furniture, decoration, and architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Quatorze",1,1,1 ], "of the time of Louis XIV of France and characterized by massive forms and heavy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Quatorze",1,1,1 ], "ornamentation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Quinze",1,1,1 ], "architecture of the time of Louis XV of France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Quinze",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the rococo style of the furniture, decoration, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Seize",1,1,1 ], "neoclassicism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Seize",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the style of furniture, decoration, and architecture of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Seize",1,1,1 ], "time of Louis XVI of France, belonging to the late French rococo and early" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Treize",1,1,1 ], "models" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Treize",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the style of furniture, decoration, and architecture of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis Treize",1,1,1 ], "time of Louis XIII of France, with rich decorative features based on classical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis V",1,1,1 ], "called le Faineant| 967-987 a|d|, last Carolingian king of France (986-87)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XI",1,1,1 ], "1423-83, king of France (1461-83); involved in a struggle with his vassals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XI",1,1,1 ], "esp| the duke of Burgundy, in his attempt to unite France under an absolute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XI",1,1,1 ], "monarchy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XII",1,1,1 ], "1462-1515, king of France (1498-1515), who fought a series of unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XII",1,1,1 ], "wars in Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XIII",1,1,1 ], "1601-43, king of France (1610-43)| His mother (Marie de M'edicis) was regent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XIII",1,1,1 ], "until 1617; after 1624 he was influenced by his chief minister Richelieu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XIV",1,1,1 ], "absolute monarchy| His attempt to establish French supremacy in Europe, waging almost" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XIV",1,1,1 ], "called le roi soleil (the Sun King)| 1638-1715, king of France (1643-1715);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XIV",1,1,1 ], "continual wars from 1667 to 1714, ultimately failed| But his reign is regarded as a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XIV",1,1,1 ], "golden age of French literature and art" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XIV",1,1,1 ], "son of Louis XIII and Anne of Austria| Effective ruler from 1661, he established an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XVI",1,1,1 ], "1754-93, king of France (1774-92); grandson of Louis XV| He married Marie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XVI",1,1,1 ], "Antoinette in 1770 and they were guillotined during the French Revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XVII",1,1,1 ], "1785-95, titular king of France (1793-95) during the Revolution, after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XVII",1,1,1 ], "execution of his father Louis XVI; he died in prison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XVIII",1,1,1 ], "1755-1824, king of France (1814-24); younger brother of Louis XVI| He became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XVIII",1,1,1 ], "Bourbon restoration in 1814| He was forced to flee during the Hundred Days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louis XVIII",1,1,1 ], "titular king after the death of Louis XVII (1795) and ascended the throne at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis",1,1,1 ], "1710-74 king of France(1715-74); great-grandson of Louis XIV| He engaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis",1,1,1 ], "France in a series of wars, esp| the disastrous Seven Years' War (1756-63), which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis",1,1,1 ], "champion (1937-49)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louis",1,1,1 ], "original name Joseph Louis Barrow| born 1914, U|S| boxer; world heavyweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louis",1,1,1 ], "undermined the solvency and authority of the crown" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louisburg",1,1,1 ], "a fortress in Canada, in Nova Scotia on SE Cape Breton Island: founded in 1713" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louisburg",1,1,1 ], "by the French and strongly fortified (1720-40); captured by the British (1758) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louisburg",1,1,1 ], "demolished; currently being reconstructed as a historic site" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louisiana Purchase",1,1,1 ], "15 million dollars: consists of the W part of the Mississippi basin| Area: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louisiana Purchase",1,1,1 ], "2,292,150 sq| km (885,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louisiana Purchase",1,1,1 ], "the large region of North America sold by Napoleon I to the U|S| in 1803 for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louisiana",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southern U|S|, on the Gulf of Mexico: originally a French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louisiana",1,1,1 ], "colony; bought by the U|S| in 1803 as part of the Louisiana Purchase; chiefly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louisiana",1,1,1 ], "low-lying| Capital: Baton Rouge| Pop|: 3,643,180 (1970)| Area: 116,368 sq| km (44,930 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louisiana",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Louisville",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Kentucky, on the Ohio River: site of the annual Kentucky Derby;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louisville",1,1,1 ], "university (1837)| Pop|: 335,696 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lourdes",1,1,1 ], "18,096 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lourdes",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW France: a leading place of pilgrimage for Roman Catholics after a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lourdes",1,1,1 ], "peasant girl, Bernadette Soubirous, had visions of the Virgin Mary in 1858| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lourenco Marques",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1976) of Maputo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louth",1,1,1 ], "a county of NE Ireland, in Leinster province on the Irish Sea: the smallest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louth",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louth",1,1,1 ], "the counties| County town: Dundalk| Pop|: 74,951 (1971)| Area: 821 sq| km (317 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louvain",1,1,1 ], "32,189 (1970)| Flemish name: Leuven" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Louvain",1,1,1 ], "Brabant (11th-15th centuries) and centre of the cloth trade; university (1426)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louvain",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Belgium, in Brabant province: capital of the duchy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Louvre",1,1,1 ], "palace, begun in 1546; used for its present purpose since 1793" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Louvre",1,1,1 ], "the national museum and art gallery of France, in Paris: formerly a royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lovelace",1,1,1 ], "1618-58, English Cavalier poet, noted for To Althea from Prison (1642)and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lovelace",1,1,1 ], "Lucasta (1649)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lovell",1,1,1 ], "Sir Bernard| born 1913, English radio astronomer; founder (1951) and director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lovell",1,1,1 ], "of Jodrell Bank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Low Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Tuamotu Archipelago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low Church",1,1,1 ], "and practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Low Church",1,1,1 ], "the school of thought in the Church of England stressing evangelical beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low Church",1,2,1 ], "Low-Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low Church",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to this school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low Countries",1,1,1 ], "Luxembourg, and the Netherlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Low Countries",1,1,1 ], "the lowland region of W Europe, on the North Sea: consists of Belgium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low German",1,1,1 ], "Dutch than to standard High German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Low German",1,1,1 ], "a language of N Germany, spoken esp| in rural areas: more closely related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low Latin",1,1,1 ], "Medieval Latin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Low Latin",1,1,1 ], "any form or dialect of Latin other than the classical, such as Vulgar or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low Mass",1,1,1 ], "a Mass that has a simplified ceremonial form and is spoken rather than sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the Sunday after Easter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low",1,1,1 ], "Sir David| 1891-1963, British political cartoonist, born in New Zealand:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Low",1,1,1 ], "created Colonel Blimp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lowell",1,1,1 ], "Amy 1874-1925, U|S| Imagist poet and critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lowell",1,1,2 ], "James Russell| 1819-91, U|S| poet, essayist, and diplomat, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lowell",1,1,2 ], "series of poems in Yankee dialect, Biglow Papers (1848; 1867)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lowell",1,1,3 ], "(1946), Life Studies (1959), and For the Union Dead (1964)| He also wrote a trilogy of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lowell",1,1,3 ], "Robert| 1917-77, U|S| poet| His volumes of verse include Lord Weary's Castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lowell",1,1,3 ], "poems, Imitations (1961)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lowell",1,1,3 ], "verse dramas, The Old Glory (1968), and a book of free translations, of European" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Austria",1,1,1 ], "a province of NE Austria: the largest Austrian province, containing most of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Austria",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)| German name: Niederosterreich" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Austria",1,1,1 ], "the Vienna basin| Capital: Krems| Pop|: 1,414,876 (1971)| Area: 19,170 sq| km (7476" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Burma",1,1,1 ], "the coastal region of Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower California",1,1,1 ], "California: administratively divided into the states of Baja California and Baja California" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lower California",1,1,1 ], "Sur| Spanish name: Baja California" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lower California",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous peninsula of NW Mexico, between the Pacific and the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Canada",1,1,1 ], "(from 1791 to 1841) the official name of the S region of the present-day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Canada",1,1,1 ], "province of Quebec" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Egypt",1,1,1 ], "Delta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Egypt",1,1,1 ], "one of the two main administrative districts of Egypt: consists of the Nile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Hutt",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Hutt",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in New Zealand on the S coast of North Island| Pop|: 58,561" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Lakes",1,1,1 ], "Lakes Erie and Ontario" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "million years ago and ending about 70,000 b|c| with the emergence of Neanderthal man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "the earliest of the three sections of the Palaeolithic, beginning about 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Palaeolithic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Rhine Palatinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Saxony",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 47,408 sq| km (18,489 sq| miles)| German name: Niedersachsen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Saxony",1,1,1 ], "Islands; a leading European producer of petroleum| Capital: Hanover| Pop|: 7,082,158" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lower Saxony",1,1,1 ], "a state of N West Germany, on the North Sea and including the E Frisian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lowestoft",1,1,1 ], "52,182 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lowestoft",1,1,1 ], "a fishing port and resort in E England, in NE Suffolk on the North Sea| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lowland",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Lowlands of Scotland or the dialect of English spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lowland",1,1,1 ], "there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lowlands",1,1,1 ], "a low generally flat region of central Scotland, around the Forth and Clyde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lowlands",1,1,1 ], "valleys, separating the Southern Uplands from the Highlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lowry" ,1, 1, 1],"tephen)",1). c_DEF([ "Lowry" ,1, 1, 2],"1887-1976, English painter, noted for his bleak northern industrial scenes,",1). c_DEF([ "Lowry" ,1, 1, 2],"often containing primitive or stylized figures",2). c_DEF([ "Lowveld",1,1,1 ], "another name for Bushveld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loyalist",1,1,1 ], "(in Northern Ireland) any of the Protestants wishing to retain Ulster's link" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loyalist",1,1,1 ], "with Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loyalist",1,1,2 ], "(in North America) an American colonist who supported Britain during the War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loyalist",1,1,2 ], "of American Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loyalist",1,1,3 ], "(during the Spanish Civil War) a supporter of the republican government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loyang",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in N Honan province on the Lo River near its confluence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Loyang",1,1,1 ], "commercial and industrial centre| Pop|: 580,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Loyang",1,1,1 ], "with the Yellow River: an important Buddhist centre in the 5th and 6th centuries;a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loz",1,1,1 ], "Mende| Pop|: 80,234 (1975)| Area: 5180 sq| km (2020 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Loz",1,1,1 ], "a department of S central France, in Languedoc-Roussillon region| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lozi",1,1,1 ], "the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lozi",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Barotse people of Zambia, belonging to the Bantu group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lr",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for lawrencium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lrida",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 90,884 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lrida",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain, in Catalonia: commercial centre of an agricultural region|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lt| Col|",1,1,1 ], "lieutenant colonel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lt| Comdr|",1,1,1 ], "lieutenant commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lt| Gen|",1,1,1 ], "lieutenant general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lt| Gov|",1,1,1 ], "lieutenant governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lt|",1,1,1 ], "Lieutenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lu",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for lutetium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lualaba",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Zaire, rising in Shaba province and flowing north as the W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lualaba",1,1,1 ], "headstream of the River Congo| Length: about 1800 km (1100 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luanda",1,1,1 ], "it became a centre of the slave trade to Brazil in the 17th and 18th centuries;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luanda",1,1,1 ], "oil refining| Pop|: 474,328 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Luanda",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Angola, a port in the west, on the Atlantic: founded in 1576," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luang Prabang",1,1,1 ], "(1946-75)| Pop|: 25,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luang Prabang",1,1,1 ], "a market town in N Laos, on the Mekong River: residence of the monarch of Laos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luba",1,1,1 ], "Zaire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luba",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of Africa living chiefly in Shaba province of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luba",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luba",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lubbock",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Texas: cotton market| Pop|: 153,752 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lublin",1,1,1 ], "1944| Pop|: 259,000 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lublin",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in E Poland: provisional seat of the government in 1918 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lubumbashi",1,1,1 ], "Elizabethville" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lubumbashi",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Zaire, capital of Shaba province: founded in 1910 as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lubumbashi",1,1,1 ], "copper-mining centre; university (1955)| Pop|: 403,623 (1974 est|)| Former name (until 1966):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucan",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Marcus Annaeus Lucanus| 39-65 a|d|, Roman poet| His epic poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucan",1,1,1 ], "Pharsalia describes the civil war between Caesar and Pompey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucan",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to St| Luke or St| Luke's gospel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucania",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for Basilicata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucas van Leyden",1,1,1 ], "1494-1533, Dutch painter and engraver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucca",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Italy, in Tuscany: centre of a rich agricultural region, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucca",1,1,1 ], "for the production of olive oil| Pop|: 89,944 (1971)| Ancient name: Luca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucerne",1,1,1 ], "Confederacy in 1332| Pop|: 289,641 (1970)| Area: 1494 sq| km (577 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucerne",1,1,1 ], "a canton in central Switzerland, northwest of Lake Lucerne: joined the Swiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucerne",1,1,2 ], "a city in central Switzerland, capital of Lucerne canton, on Lake Lucerne:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucerne",1,1,2 ], "tourist centre| Pop|: 69,879 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucerne",1,1,3 ], "(for senses 1 and 2): Luzern" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lucerne",1,1,3 ], "Lake| a lake in central Switzerland: fed and drained chiefly by the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucerne",1,1,3 ], "Reuss| Area: 115 sq| km (44 sq| miles)| German name: Vierwaldstattersee|German name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucian",1,1,1 ], "2nd century a|d|, Greek writer, noted esp| for his satirical Dialogues of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucian",1,1,1 ], "Gods and Dialogues of the Dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucifer",1,1,1 ], "the leader of the rebellion of the angels: usually identified with Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucifer",1,1,2 ], "the planet Venus when it rises as the morning star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucilius",1,1,1 ], "180-102 b|c|, Roman satirist, regarded as the originator of poetical satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucina",1,1,1 ], "a title or name given to Juno as goddess of childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucknow",1,1,1 ], "British residency was beseiged (1857) during the Indian Mutiny| Pop|: 749,239 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucknow",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, capital of Uttar Pradesh: capital of Oudh (1775-1856); the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucretia",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman legend) a Roman woman who killed herself after being raped by a son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucretia",1,1,1 ], "of Tarquin the Proud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucretius",1,1,1 ], "full name Titus Lucretius Carus| 96-55 b|c|, Roman poet and philosopher| In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucretius",1,1,1 ], "his didactic poem De rerum natura, he expounds Epicurus' atomist theory of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucretius",1,1,1 ], "universe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lucullus",1,1,1 ], "110-56 b|c|, Roman general and consul, famous for his luxurious banquets| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lucullus",1,1,1 ], "fought Mithradates VI (74-66)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lucy",1,1,1 ], "died 303 a|d|, a virgin martyred by Diocletian in Syracuse| Feast day: Dec 13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luddite",1,1,1 ], "any of the textile workers opposed to mechanization who rioted and organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luddite",1,1,1 ], "machine-breaking between 1811 and 1816" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luddite",1,1,2 ], "any opponent of industrial change or innovation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luddite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Luddites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ludendorff",1,1,1 ], "1865-1937, German general, Hindenburg's aide in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ludhiana",1,1,1 ], "(1962)| Pop|: 397,850 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ludhiana",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in the central Punjab: Punjab Agricultural University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ludlow",1,1,1 ], "a machine for casting type from matrices set by hand, used esp| for headlines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ludlow",2,1,1 ], "Pop|: 23,481 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ludlow",2,1,1 ], "a market town in W central England, in Salop: castle (11th-16th century)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ludwigsburg",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ludwigsburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg northeast of Stuttgart:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ludwigsburg",1,1,1 ], "expanded in the 18th century around the palace of the dukes of Wurttemberg| Pop|: 78,100" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ludwigshafen",1,1,1 ], "city in SW West Germany, in the Rhineland-Palatinate, on the Rhine: chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ludwigshafen",1,1,1 ], "industry| Pop|: 173,141 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luftwaffe",1,1,1 ], "the German Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luganda",1,1,1 ], "group of the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luganda",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Buganda, spoken chiefly in Uganda, belonging to the Bantu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lugansk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1935) of Voroshilovgrad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luger",1,1,1 ], "a German semiautomatic pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lugo",1,1,1 ], "Latin name: Lucus Augusti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lugo",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Spain: Roman walls; Romanesque cathedral| Pop|: 63,830 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luichow Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of SE China, in SW Kwantung province, separated from Hainan Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luichow Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "by Hainan Strait" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luik",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Liege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luk",1,1,1 ], "Realism (1946), and The Historical Novel (1955)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Luk",1,1,1 ], "critic, whose works include History and Class Consciousness (1923), Studies in European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luk",1,1,1 ], "original name Gyorgy| 1885-1971, Hungarian Marxist philosopher and literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luke",1,1,1 ], "the Evangelist, a fellow worker of Paul and a physician (Colossians 4:14)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luke",1,1,2 ], "the third Gospel, traditionally ascribed to Luke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lulea" ,1, 1, 1],"a port in N Sweden, on the Gulf of Bothnia: industrial and shipbuilding",1). c_DEF([ "Lulea" ,1, 1, 1],"centre; icebound in winter| Pop|: 58,946 (1970)",2). c_DEF([ "Lullaby" ,1, 1, 1],"a quiet song to lull a child to sleep",1). c_DEF([ "Lullaby" ,1, 1, 2],"the music for such a song",1). c_DEF([ "Lullaby" ,1, 2, 1],"to quiet or soothe with or as if with a lullaby",1). c_DEF([ "Lully" ,1, 1, 1],"French composer, born in Italy; founder of French opera| With Philippe Quinault as",2). c_DEF([ "Lully" ,1, 1, 1],"Jean Baptiste, Italian name Giovanni Battista Lulli| 1632-87,",1). c_DEF([ "Lully" ,1, 1, 1],"librettist, he wrote operas such as Alceste (1674) and Armide (1686); as superintendent of",3). c_DEF([ "Lully" ,1, 1, 1],"music at the court of Louis XIV, he wrote incidental music to comedies by Moliere|",4). c_DEF([ "Lully" ,1, 1, 2],"Ram''on (ramon)| ??1235-1315, Spanish philosopher, mystic, and",1). c_DEF([ "Lully" ,1, 1, 2],"missionary|His chief works are Ars generalis sive magna and the Utopian novel Blaquerna",2). c_DEF([ "Luluabourg",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Kananga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lumiere" ,1, 1, 1],"1862-1954, and his brother, ,Louis Jean",1). c_DEF([ "Lumiere" ,1, 1, 2],"1864-1948, French chemists and cinema pioneers, who invented a cinematograph",1). c_DEF([ "Lumiere" ,1, 1, 2],"and a process of colour photography",2). c_DEF([ "Lumumba",1,1,1 ], "1925-61, Congolese statesman first prime minister of the Democratic Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lumumba",1,1,1 ], "of the Congo (now Zaire)(1960) assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luna",1,1,1 ], "the alchemical name for silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luna",1,1,2 ], "the Roman goddess of the moon| Greek counterpart: Selene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luna",2,1,1 ], "any of a series of Soviet lunar space-probes, one of which, Luna 9, made the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luna",2,1,1 ], "first soft landing on the moon (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lund",1,1,1 ], "(1668)| Pop|: 55,986 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lund",1,1,1 ], "King Canute; the archbishopric for all Scandinavia in the Middle Ages; university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lund",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Sweden, northeast of Malmo: founded in about 1020 by the Danish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lundy's Lane",1,1,1 ], "the site, near Niagara Falls, of a major battle (1814) in the War of 1812, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lundy's Lane",1,1,1 ], "which British and Canadian forces defeated the Americans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lungki",1,1,1 ], "(1970 est|)| Former name: Changchow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lungki",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE China, in S Fukien province on the Saikoe River| Pop|: 100,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lunik",1,1,1 ], "another name for Luna'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luns",1,1,1 ], "(Marie Antoine Herbert)| born 1911, Dutch diplomat and politician secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luns",1,1,1 ], "general of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization since 1971" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lunville",1,1,1 ], "France and Austria (1801)| Pop|: 24,700 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lunville",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE France: scene of the signing of the Peace of Luneville between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luo",1,1,1 ], "Victoria in Kenya" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a cattle-herding Nilotic people living chiefly east of Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luo",1,1,2 ], "Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luo",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Nilotic group of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lupercalia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman festival of fertility, celebrated annually on Feb| 15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lupus" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Centaurus and Ara",1). c_DEF([ "Lurex",1,1,1 ], "a thin aluminium thread coated with plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lurex",1,1,2 ], "fabric containing such thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lusaka",1,1,1 ], "Zambia (1966)| Pop|: 262,182 (1969)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lusaka",1,1,1 ], "became capital of Northern Rhodesia in 1932 and of Zambia in 1964; University of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lusaka",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Zambia, in the southeast at an altitude of 1280 m (4200 ft|):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lusatia",1,1,1 ], "Oder Rivers: now mostly in S East Germany, extending into SW Poland; inhabited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lusatia",1,1,1 ], "a region of central Europe, lying between the upper reaches of the Elbe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lusatia",1,1,1 ], "chiefly by Sorbs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lusatian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Lusatia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lusatian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Lusatia; a Sorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lusatian",1,2,2 ], "the Sorbian language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lusitania",1,1,1 ], "Spanish provinces of Salamanca and Caceres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lusitania",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of the W Iberian Peninsula: a Roman province from 27 b|c| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lusitania",1,1,1 ], "the late 4th century a|d|; corresponds to most of present-day Portugal and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lutenist" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who plays the lute",1). c_DEF([ "Lutetia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient name for Paris (the French city)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "(1530), defining the basic tenets of Lutheranism" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "1483-1546, German leader of the Protestant Reformation| As professor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "biblical theology at Wittenberg University from 1511, he began preaching the crucial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "but he was protected in Wartburg Castle by Frederick III of Saxony (1521-22)| He" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "doctrine of justification by faith rather than by works, and in 1517 he nailed 95 theses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "excommunicated and outlawed by the Diet of Worms (1521) as a result of his refusal to recant," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "to the church door at Wittenberg, attacking Tetzel's sale of indulgences| He was" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Luther",1,1,1 ], "translated the Bible into German (1521-34) and approved Melanchthon's Augsburg Confession" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Lutheran",1,1,1 ], "a follower of Luther or a member of a Lutheran Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lutheran",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Luther or his doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lutheran",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a Lutheran Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luthuli",1,1,1 ], "Chief Albert John| 1899-1967, South African political leader| As president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luthuli",1,1,1 ], "apartheid: Nobel peace prize 1961" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Luthuli",1,1,1 ], "the African National Congress (1952-60), he campaigned for nonviolent resistance to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luth|",1,1,1 ], "Lutheran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lutine bell",1,1,1 ], "a bell, taken from the ship Lutine, kept at Lloyd's in London and rung before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lutine bell",1,1,1 ], "important announcements, esp| the loss of a vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luton",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE central England, in S Bedfordshire: airport; motor-vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luton",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 161,188 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lutoslawski",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, Polish composer, whose works frequently juxtapose aleatoric and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lutoslawski",1,1,1 ], "notated writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lutyens",1,1,1 ], "Sir Edwin| 1869-1944, English architect, noted for his neoclassical country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lutyens",1,1,1 ], "houses and his planning of New Delhi, India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lutyens",1,1,2 ], "his daughter Elisabeth| born 1906, English composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,1 ], "Luxembourg| Pop|: 357,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 2586 sq| km (999 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,1 ], "a grand duchy in W Europe: formed the Benelux customs union with Belgium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,1 ], "and German| Religion: mostly Roman Catholic| Currency: (Belgian) franc| Capital:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,1 ], "the Netherlands in 1948 and is now a member of the Common Market| Languages: French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,2 ], "78,403 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,2 ], "the capital of Luxembourg, on the Alzette River: an industrial centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,3 ], "a province in SE Belgium, in the Ardennes| Capital: Arlon| Pop|: 219,642 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luxembourg",1,1,3 ], "est|)| Area: 4416 sq| km (1705 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luxemburg",1,1,1 ], "1871-1919, German socialist theoretician and leader, involved with Karl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luxemburg",1,1,1 ], "Liebknecht in an unsuccessful Communist revolt (1919) and assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luxor",1,1,1 ], "1411-1375 b|c|)|Pop|: about 77,578 (1966)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Luxor",1,1,1 ], "Thebes; many ruins and tombs, notably the temple built by Amenhotep III (about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luxor",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Egypt, on the River Nile: the southern part of the site of ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lux|",1,1,1 ], "Luxembourg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luzern",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Lucerne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Luzon",1,1,1 ], "Area: 108,378 sq| km (41,845 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Luzon",1,1,1 ], "archipelago, separated from the other islands by the Sibuyan Sea: important agriculturally," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Luzon",1,1,1 ], "industrial centres at Manila and Batangas| Capital: Quezon City| Pop|: 18,001,270 (1970)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Luzon",1,1,1 ], "producing most of the country's rice, with large forests and rich mineral resources;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Luzon",1,1,1 ], "the main and largest island of the Philippines, in the N part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lvos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Lesbos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lvov",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)| Ukrainian name: Lviv (lvif)| Polish name: Lwow|German name: Lemberg" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lvov",1,1,1 ], "Union in 1945; Ukrainian cultural centre, with a university (1661)| Pop|: 617,000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lvov",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, in the W Ukrainian SSR: belonging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lvov",1,1,1 ], "to Poland from 1340 until 1772 and to Austria until 1918; annexed to the Soviet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lw",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Lvov" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lw",1,1,1 ], "the former chemical symbol for lawrencium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyallpur",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Pakistan: commercial and manufacturing centre of a cotton and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyallpur",1,1,1 ], "wheat growing region; university (1961)| Pop|: 822,263 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyautey",1,1,1 ], "1854-1934, French marshal and colonial administrator resident general in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyautey",1,1,1 ], "Morocco (1912-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lycaon",1,1,1 ], "a king of Arcadia said to have offered Zeus a plate of human flesh to learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycaon",1,1,1 ], "whether the god was omniscient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lycaonia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of S Asia Minor, north of the Taurus Mountains; corresponds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycaonia",1,1,1 ], "to present-day S central Turkey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyceum",1,1,1 ], "a school and sports ground of ancient Athens: site of Aristotle's discussions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyceum",1,1,1 ], "with his pupils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyceum",1,1,2 ], "the Aristotelian school of philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region on the coast of SW Asia Minor: a Persian, Rhodian, and Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycia",1,1,1 ], "province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lycian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Lycia, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Lycia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycian",1,2,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lycian",1,2,2 ], "the extinct language of the Lycians, belonging to the Anatolian group or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycurgus",1,1,1 ], "9th century b|c|, Spartan lawgiver| He is traditionally regarded as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lycurgus",1,1,1 ], "founder of the Spartan constitution, military institutions, and educational system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lydda",1,1,1 ], "another name for Lod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lydgate",1,1,1 ], "1370-1450, English poet and monk| His vast output includes devotional works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lydgate",1,1,1 ], "Princes (1430-38)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lydgate",1,1,1 ], "and translations, such as that of a French version of Boccaccio's The Fall of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lydia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region on the coast of W Asia Minor: a powerful kingdom in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lydia",1,1,1 ], "century and a half before the Persian conquest (546 b|c|)| Chief town: Sardis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lydian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Lydia, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lydian",1,1,2 ], "diatonic scale from F to F" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lydian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an authentic mode represented by the ascending natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lydian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Lydia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lydian",1,2,2 ], "or family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lydian",1,2,2 ], "the extinct language of the Lydians, thought to belong to the Anatolian group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyell",1,1,1 ], "Sir Charles| 1797-1875, Scottish geologist| In Principles of Geology (1830-33)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyell",1,1,1 ], "catastrophism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lyell",1,1,1 ], "he advanced the theory of uniformitarianism, refuting the doctrine of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyly",1,1,1 ], "1554-1606, English dramatist and novelist, noted for his two romances," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyly",1,1,1 ], "Euphues, or the Anatomy of Wit (1578) and Euphues and his England (1580), written in an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyly",1,1,1 ], "elaborate style" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lymington",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S England, in SW Hampshire on the Solent: yachting centre and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lymington",1,1,1 ], "holiday resort| Pop|: 35,664 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lynch",1,1,1 ], "Ireland (1966-73; since 1977)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lynch",1,1,1 ], "known as Jack| born 1917, Irish statesman; prime minister of the Republic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lynn",1,1,1 ], "another name for King's Lynn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lynx" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Ursa Major and Cancer",1). c_DEF([ "Lyon King of Arms",1,1,1 ], "the chief herald of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyon",1,1,1 ], "Lugdunum" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Lyon",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE central France, capital of Rhone department, at the confluence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyon",1,1,1 ], "centre and river port| Pop|: 462,841 (1975)| English name: Lyons | Ancient name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lyon",1,1,1 ], "the Rivers Rhone and Saone: the third largest city in France;a major industrial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyonnais",1,1,1 ], "a former province of E central France, on the Rivers Rhone and Saone: occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyonnais",1,1,1 ], "by the present-day departments of Rhone and Loire| Chief town: Lyon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyonnesse",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the mythical birthplace of Sir Tristram, situated in SW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyonnesse",1,1,1 ], "England and believed to have been submerged by the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lyons",1,1,1 ], "1879-1939, Australian statesman; prime minister of Australia (1931-39)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyra" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation in the N hemisphere lying near Cygnus and Draco and",1). c_DEF([ "Lyra" ,1, 2, 1],"containing the star Vega, an eclipsing binary (Beta Lyrae), a planetary nebula (the Ring",2). c_DEF([ "Lyra" ,1, 2, 1],"nebula), and a variable star, RR Lyrae",3). c_DEF([ "Lysander",1,1,1 ], "died 395 b|c|, Spartan naval commander of the Peloponnesian War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lysenko",1,1,1 ], "1898-1976, Russian biologist and geneticist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lysenkoism",1,1,1 ], "a form of Neo-Lamarckism advocated by Lysenko, emphasizing the importance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lysenkoism",1,1,1 ], "the inheritance of acquired characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lysias",1,1,1 ], "450-380 b|c|, Athenian orator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lysimachus",1,1,1 ], "(323-281); killed in battle by Seleucus I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lysimachus",1,1,1 ], "360-281 b|c|, Macedonian general under Alexander the Great; king of Thrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lysippus",1,1,1 ], "4th century b|c|, Greek sculptor| He introduced a new naturalism into Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lysippus",1,1,1 ], "sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lysol",1,1,1 ], "a solution containing a mixture of cresols in water, used as an antiseptic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lysol",1,1,1 ], "disinfectant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lytham Saint Anne's",1,1,1 ], "a resort in NW England, in Lancashire on the Irish Sea|Pop|: 40,089 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lytton",1,1,1 ], "dramatist, and statesman, noted particularly for his historical romances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lytton",1,1,1 ], "title of Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton| 1803-73, English novelist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lyublin",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for Lublin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lzen",1,1,1 ], "Years' War in which the Imperialists under Wallenstein were defeated by the Swedes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Lzen",1,1,1 ], "a town near Leipzig in East Germany: site of a battle (1632) in the Thirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lzen",1,1,1 ], "under Gustavus Adolphus, who died in the battle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Lzow-Holm Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Indian Ocean on the coast of Antarctica, between Enderby Land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Lzow-Holm Bay",1,1,1 ], "and Queen Maud Land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,1 ], "Liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,1 ], "lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,1,1 ], "lempira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,1,2 ], "len" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,1,3 ], "lev" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,10 ], "link" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,11 ], "lire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,12 ], "litre(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,13 ], "low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,2 ], "(in titles) Licentiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,2 ], "latitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,3 ], "Linnaeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,3 ], "law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,4 ], "(fraternal) Lodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,4 ], "leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,5 ], "league" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,6 ], "left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,7 ], "length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,8 ], "liber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|",1,1,9 ], "line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|A|",1,1,1 ], "Legislative Assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|A|",1,1,2 ], "Library Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|A|",1,1,3 ], "local agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|A|",1,1,4 ], "Los Angeles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|A|C|",1,1,1 ], "leading aircraftman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|A|C|W|",1,1,1 ], "leading aircraftwoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|C|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Library of Congress",1). c_DEF([ "L|C|C|",1,1,1 ], "London County Council (now superseded by the Greater London Council)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|C|J| ",1,1,1 ], "Lord Chief Justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|C|L|",1,1,1 ], "less than carload lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|D|S|",1,1,1 ], "Latter-day Saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|D|S|",1,1,2 ], "laus Deo semper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|D|S|",1,1,3 ], "Also LDS (in Britain) Licentiate in Dental Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|E|M| ",1,1,1 ], "acronym for lunar excursion module" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|F|",1,1,1 ], "low frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|I|",1,2,1 ], "Long Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|I|",1,2,2 ], "Light Infantry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|J|",1,1,1 ], "Lord Justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|L|",1,1,1 ], "Late Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|L|",1,1,2 ], "Low Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|L|",1,1,3 ], "Lord Lieutenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|P|",1,1,1 ], "Lord Provost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|P|",1,1,2 ], "low pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|P|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Lord Privy Seal",1). c_DEF([ "L|S|D|" ,1, 1, 1],"librae, solidi, denarii",1). c_DEF([ "L|S|E|(often used in speech)" ,1, 1, 1],"London School of Economics",1). c_DEF([ "L|W|",1,1,1 ], "long wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|W|",1,1,2 ], "low water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "L|W|M|",1,1,1 ], "low water mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,1 ], "em" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,10 ], "the middle term of a syllogism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,11 ], "mutual inductance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,12 ], "molar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,13 ], "the Roman numeral for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,14 ], "1000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,15 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,16 ], "Malta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,2 ], "mach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,3 ], "mega-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,4 ], "mark(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,5 ], "million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,6 ], "Messier catalogue; a catalogue published in 1784, in which 103 nebulae and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,6 ], "clusters are listed using a numerical system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,7 ], "Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,8 ], "modulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M",1,1,9 ], "(in Britain) motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M'-",1,1,1 ], "variant of Mac-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M-1 rifle",1,1,1 ], "a semiautomatic |30 calibre rifle formerly used by the U|S| Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Morocco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MAL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Malaysia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MB",1,1,1 ], "maternity benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MC",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Monaco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ME",1,1,1 ], "Middle English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MEX",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MEZ",1,1,1 ], "Central European Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MF",1,1,1 ], "medium frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MF",1,1,2 ], "Middle French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MFH",1,1,1 ], "Master of Foxhounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MG",1,1,1 ], "machine gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MHD",1,1,1 ], "magnetohydrodynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MHG",1,1,1 ], "Middle High German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MHz",1,1,1 ], "megahertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MI",1,1,1 ], "Military Intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MI5",1,1,1 ], "Military Intelligence, section five; a former official and present-day popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MI5",1,1,1 ], "name for the counterintelligence agency of the British Government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "MI6",1,1,1 ], "Military Intelligence, section six; a former official and present-day popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MI6",1,1,1 ], "name for the intelligence and espionage agency of the British Government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "MIDAS",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Missile Defence Alarm System" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MIRV",1,1,1 ], "acronym for multiple independently targeted re-entry vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MKSA system",1,1,1 ], "another name for Giorgi system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MLD",1,1,1 ], "kill a laboratory animal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "MLD",1,1,1 ], "minimum lethal dose (the smallest amount of a drug or toxic agent that will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MLF",1,1,1 ], "multilateral (nuclear) force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MLR",1,1,1 ], "minimum lending rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MM|",1,1,1 ], "the French equivalent of Messrs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MOI",1,1,1 ], "Ministry of Information (now superseded by COI)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MRA",1,1,1 ], "Moral Rearmament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MS",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Mauritius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MSG",1,1,1 ], "monosodium glutamate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MSI",1,1,1 ], "medium scale integration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MS|" ,1, 2, 1],"manuscript",1). c_DEF([ "MTB",1,1,1 ], "a motor torpedo boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MV",1,1,1 ], "megavolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MW",1,1,1 ], "megawatt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MW",1,2,1 ], "medium wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MW",1,2,2 ], "International car registration for Malawi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maarianhamina",1,1,1 ], "the Finnish name for Mariehamn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maas",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for the Meuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maastricht",1,1,1 ], "111,615 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maastricht",1,1,1 ], "Limburg province, on the River Maas (Meuse); formerly a strategic fortress| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maastricht",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SE Netherlands near the Belgian and German borders: capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mab",1,1,1 ], "(in English and Irish folklore) a fairy queen said to create and control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mab",1,1,1 ], "men's dreams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mabuse",1,1,1 ], "original name Jan Gossaert| 1478-1533, Flemish painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mac",1,1,1 ], "an informal term of address to a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mac",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese name for Macao" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mac-",1,1,1 ], "(in surnames of Gaelic origin) son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MacArthur",1,1,1 ], "1880-1964, U|S| general| During World War II he became commanding general of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MacArthur",1,1,1 ], "Allied occupation of which he commanded (1945-51)| He was commander in chief of United" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "MacArthur",1,1,1 ], "Nations forces in Korea (1950-51)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "MacArthur",1,1,1 ], "U|S| armed forces in the Pacific (1944) and accepted the surrender of Japan, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "MacDonald" ,1, 1, 1],"1866-1937, British statesman, who led the first Labour Government (1924;",1). c_DEF([ "MacDonald" ,1, 1, 1],"1929-31); he also led a coalition (1931-35), which the majority of the Labour Party",2). c_DEF([ "MacDonald" ,1, 1, 1],"refused to support",3). c_DEF([ "MacNeice",1,1,1 ], "1907-63, British poet, born in Northern Ireland| His works include the poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MacNeice",1,1,1 ], "Aeschylus (1936)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "MacNeice",1,1,1 ], "in Autumn Sequel (1954) and Solstices (1961) and a translation of the Agamemnon of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macao",1,1,1 ], "a Portuguese overseas province and city on the coast of S China, across the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macao",1,1,1 ], "estuary of the Chu Chiang from Hong Kong: chief centre of European trade with China in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macao",1,1,1 ], "the 18th century; attained partial autonomy in 1976; transit trade with China;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Macao",1,1,1 ], "tourism| Pop|: 248,636 (1970)| Area: 16 sq| km (6 sq| miles)| Portuguese name: Macau" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Macap",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Brazil, capital of the federal territory of Amapa, on the Canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macap",1,1,1 ], "do Norte of the Amazon delta| Pop|: 87,755 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macas Nguema",1,1,1 ], "Fernando Po" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Macas Nguema",1,1,1 ], "Guinea| Capital: Malabo| Area: 2017 sq| km (786 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1973):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macas Nguema",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Gulf of Guinea, off the coast of Cameroon: part of Equatorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macassar oil",1,1,1 ], "an oily preparation put on the hair to make it smooth and shiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macassar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Makasar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macaulay",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Macaulay| 1800-59, English historian, essayist, and statesman| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macaulay",1,1,1 ], "History of England from the Accession of James the Second (1848-61) is regarded as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macaulay",1,1,1 ], "classic of the Whig interpretation of history" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Macbeth",1,1,1 ], "battle; defeated and killed by Duncan's son Malcolm III" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macbeth",1,1,1 ], "died 1057, king of Scotland (1040-57): succeeded Duncan, whom he killed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maccabean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Maccabees or to Judas Maccabaeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maccabees",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish family of patriots who freed Judaea from Seleucid oppression (168-142" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maccabees",1,1,1 ], "b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maccabees",1,1,2 ], "any of four books of Jewish history, including the last two of the Apocrypha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macclesfield",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NW England, in Cheshire: silk industry| Pop|: 44,240 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macc|",1,1,1 ], "Maccabees (books of the Apocrypha)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macdonald",1,1,1 ], "Flora| 1722-90, Scottish heroine, who helped the Young Pretender to escape to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macdonald",1,1,1 ], "Skye after his defeat at the battle of Culloden (1746)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macdonald",1,1,2 ], "Sir John Alexander| 1815-91, Canadian statesman, born in Scotland, who was the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macdonald",1,1,2 ], "first prime minister of the Dominion of Canada (1867-73; 1878-91)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macdonnell Ranges",1,1,1 ], "Ziel, 1510 m (4955 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Macdonnell Ranges",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of central Australia, in S central Northern Territory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macdonnell Ranges",1,1,1 ], "extending about 160 km (100 miles) east and west of Alice Springs| Highest peak: Mount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mace",1,1,1 ], "a liquid causing tears and nausea, used as a spray for riot control, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mace",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) to use Mace on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedon",1,1,1 ], "As a kingdom in the ancient world it achieved prominence under Philip II (359-336" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macedon",1,1,1 ], "a region of the S Balkans, now divided among Greece, Bulgaria, and Yugoslavia|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedon",1,1,1 ], "b|c|) and his son Alexander the Great" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonia",1,1,1 ], "a division of N Greece| Pop|: 1,890,684 (1971)| Area: 34,203 sq| km (13,339" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonia",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Makedhonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonia",1,1,2 ], "(1971)| Area: 25,713 sq| km (10,028 sq| miles)| Serbian name: Makedonija" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonia",1,1,2 ], "a constituent republic of S Yugoslavia| Capital: Skopje| Pop|: 1,647,308" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonia",1,1,3 ], "a district of SW Bulgaria, now occupied by Blagoevgrad province| Area: 6465" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonia",1,1,3 ], "sq| km (2496 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonian",1,1,1 ], "dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Macedonia, its inhabitants, or any of their languages or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Macedonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonian",1,2,2 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonian",1,2,2 ], "the language of modern Macedonia, belonging to the Slavonic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macedonian",1,2,3 ], "an extinct language spoken in ancient Macedonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maced|",1,1,1 ], "Macedonia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maceio",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maceio",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Brazil, capital of Alagoas state, on the Atlantic| Pop|: 242,867" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mach number",1,1,1 ], "Mach" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mach number",1,1,1 ], "in that medium|Mach number 1 corresponds to the speed of sound|Often shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mach number",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the speed of a body in a particular medium to the speed of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mach",1,1,1 ], "short for Mach number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mach",2,1,1 ], "1838-1916, Austrian physicist and philosopher|He devised the system of speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mach",2,1,1 ], "measurement using the Mach number|He also founded logical positivism, asserting that the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mach",2,1,1 ], "validity of a scientific law is proved only after empirical testing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Machado" ,1, 1, 1],"1839-1908, Brazilian author of novels and short stories, whose novels include",1). c_DEF([ "Machado" ,1, 1, 2],"Epitaph of a Small Winner",1). c_DEF([ "Machado" ,1, 1, 3],"and Dom Casmurro (1899)",1). c_DEF([ "Machel",1,1,1 ], "born 1933, Mozambique statesman president of Mozambique since 1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Machiavelli" ,1, 1, 1],"1469-1527, Florentine statesman and political philosopher secretary to the war",1). c_DEF([ "Machiavelli" ,1, 1, 1],"council of the Florentine republic (1498-1512)|His most famous work is",2). c_DEF([ "Machiavelli" ,1, 1, 2],"The Prince",1). c_DEF([ "Machiavellian",1,1,1 ], "amoral, and opportunist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Machiavellian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the alleged political principles of Machiavelli; cunning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Machiavellian",1,2,1 ], "a cunning, amoral, and opportunist person, esp| a politician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Machmeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the Mach number of an aircraft in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Machu Picchu",1,1,1 ], "a ruined Incan city in S central Peru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackay",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Australia, in Queensland: artificial harbour| Pop|: 28,416 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1,366,199 sq| km (527,490 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",1,1,1 ], "an administrative district of the Northwest Territories of Canada: includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",1,1,1 ], "the W edge of the Canadian Shield, lowlands, and mountains| Pop|: 23,657 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",1,1,2 ], "Great Slave Lake to the Beaufort Sea: the longest river in Canada; navigable in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",1,1,2 ], "a river in NW Canada, in the Northwest Territories, flowing northwest from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",1,1,2 ], "summer| Length: 1770 km (1100 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,1 ], "Mexico (1793)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,1 ], "Sir Alexander| 1755-1820, Scottish explorer and fur trader in Canada| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,1 ], "explored the Mackenzie River (1789) and was the first European to cross America north of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,2 ], "(1873-78)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,2 ], "Alexander| 1822-92, Canadian statesman; first Liberal prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,3 ], "(1913-14) and the comic novel Whisky Galore (1947)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,3 ], "Sir Compton| 1883-1972, British author| His works include Sinister Street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,4 ], "Sir Thomas| 1854-1930, New Zealand statesman born in Scotland: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,4 ], "of New Zealand (1912)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,5 ], "He led an unsuccessful rebellion against the oligarchic Family Compact (1837)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackenzie",2,1,5 ], "William Lyon| 1795-1861, Canadian journalist and politician, born in Scotland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackerras",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, Australian conductor, esp| of opera; resident in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackinac",1,1,1 ], "a wooded island in N Michigan, in the Straits of Mackinac (a channel between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackinac",1,1,1 ], "park| Length: 5 km (3 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mackinac",1,1,1 ], "the lower and upper peninsulas of Michigan): an ancient Indian burial ground; state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mackinaw coat",1,1,1 ], "a thick short double-breasted plaid coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackintosh",1,1,1 ], "1868-1928, Scottish architect and artist, exponent of the Art Nouveau style;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mackintosh",1,1,1 ], "designer of the Glasgow School of Art (1896)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maclaurin's series",1,1,1 ], ")/2&, |||" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maclaurin's series",1,1,1 ], "an infinite sum giving the value of a function f(x) in terms of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maclaurin's series",1,1,1 ], "derivatives of the function evaluated at zero: f(x) = f(0) + (f'(0)x)/1& + (f^(0)x ,2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maclean",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union (with Guy Burgess) in 1951" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maclean",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, British civil servant, who spied for the Russians: fled to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macleod",1,1,1 ], "1876-1935, Scottish physiologist: shared the Nobel prize for medicine (1923)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macleod",1,1,1 ], "with Banting for their part in discovering insulin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macmahon",1,1,1 ], "Comte de Macmahon| 1808-93, French military commander|He commanded the troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macmahon",1,1,1 ], "Republic (1873-79)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Macmahon",1,1,1 ], "that suppressed the Paris Commune (1871) and was elected president of the Third" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macmillan",1,1,1 ], "Harold| born 1894, British statesman; Conservative prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macmillan",1,1,2 ], "(1957-63)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macon",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Georgia, on the Ocmulgee River| Pop|: 121,714 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macpherson",1,1,1 ], "1736-96, Scottish poet and translator| He published verse, which he claimed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macpherson",1,1,1 ], "be translations of the legendary Gaelic poet Ossian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macquarie'",1,1,1 ], "1762-1824, Australian statesman; Governer of New South Wales (1809-21), noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macquarie'",1,1,1 ], "an Australian island in the Pacific, southeast of Tasmania: noted for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macquarie'",1,1,1 ], "for his reformist policies towards ex-convicts and for his record in public works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macquarie'",1,1,1 ], "species of albatross and penguin| Area: about 168 sq| km (65 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macquarie'",1,1,1 ], "such as road-building in the colony" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Macquarie'",1,1,2 ], "Mountains and flowing northwest to the Darling| Length: about 1200 km (750 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Macquarie'",1,1,2 ], "a river in SE Australia, in E central New South Wales, rising in the Blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macready",1,1,1 ], "1793-1873, English actor and theatre manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Macumba",1,1,1 ], "a religious cult in Brazil that combines Christian and voodoo elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mac|",1,1,1 ], "Maccabees (books of the Apocrypha)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madagascar",1,1,1 ], "(266,657 sq| miles)| Official name (since 1975): Democratic Republic of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Madagascar",1,1,1 ], "Currency: franc| Capital: Tananarive| Pop|: 7,650,000 (1971 est|)| Area: 587,041 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Madagascar",1,1,1 ], "French protectorate in 1895; became autonomous in 1958 and fully independent in 1960;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madagascar",1,1,1 ], "Madagascar|Former name (1958-75): Malagasy Republic" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Madagascar",1,1,1 ], "an island republic in the Indian Ocean, off the E coast of Africa: made a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madagascar",1,1,1 ], "contains unique flora and fauna| Language: Malagasy| Religions: animist and Christian|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Madag|",1,1,1 ], "Madagascar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira cake",1,1,1 ], "a kind of rich sponge cake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,1 ], "Madeira, Porto Santo, and the uninhabited Deserta and Selvagen Islands; gained partial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands in the N Atlantic, west of Morocco: constitutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,1 ], "autonomy in 1976| Capital: Funchal| Pop|: 268,700 (1970)| Area: 797 sq| km (311 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese administrative district of Funchal; consists of the chief island," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,2 ], "3241 km (2013 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Brazil, flowing northeast to the Amazon below Manaus| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madeira",1,1,3 ], "a rich strong fortified white wine made on Madeira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madhya Bharat",1,1,1 ], "a former state of central India: part of Madhya Pradesh since 1956" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madhya Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 41,654,119 (1971)| Area: 443,452 sq| km (171,217 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Madhya Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "a state of central India, situated on the Deccan Plateau: the largest Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madhya Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "state; rich in mineral resources, with several industrial cities| Capital: Bhopal|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madina do Boe",1,1,1 ], "the country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madina do Boe",1,1,1 ], "the provisional capital of Guinea-Bissau (since 1974), in the eastern part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madison Avenue",1,1,1 ], "a street in New York City: a centre of American advertising and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madison Avenue",1,1,1 ], "public-relations firms and a symbol of their attitudes and methods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madison",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Wisconsin, on an isthmus between Lakes Mendota and Monona:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madison",1,1,1 ], "the state capital| Pop|: 169,749 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madison",2,1,1 ], "1751-1836, U|S| statesman; 4th president of the U|S| (1809-17)| He helped to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madison",2,1,1 ], "War of 1812" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Madison",2,1,1 ], "draft the U|S| Constitution and Bill of Rights| His presidency was dominated by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madonna lily",1,1,1 ], "a perennial widely cultivated Mediterranean lily plant, Lilium candidum, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madonna lily",1,1,1 ], "white trumpet-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madonna",1,1,1 ], "a designation of the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madonna",1,1,2 ], "a picture or statue of the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madras",1,1,1 ], "1639 by the English East India Company as Fort St| George;traditional burial place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madras",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE India, capital of Tamil Nadu, on the Bay of Bengal: founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madras",1,1,1 ], "of St| Thomas; university (1857)| Pop|: 2,469,449 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Madras",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1968) for the state of Tamil Nadu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madre de Dios",1,1,1 ], "Beni River in N Bolivia| Length: about 965 km (600 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madre de Dios",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE South America, rising in SE Peru and flowing northeast to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madrid",1,1,1 ], "(1836)| Pop|: 3,146,071 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Madrid",1,1,1 ], "capital, at an altitude of about 700 m (2300 ft|); a Moorish fortress in the 10th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madrid",1,1,1 ], "century, captured by Castile in 1083 and made capital of Spain in 1561; university" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Madrid",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Spain, situated centrally in New Castile: the highest European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madura",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, off the NE coast of Java: extensive forests and saline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madura",1,1,1 ], "springs| Capital: Pamekasan| Area: 5472 sq| km (2113 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Madurai",1,1,1 ], "a city in S India, in S Tamil Nadu: centre of Dravidian culture for over 2000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Madurai",1,1,1 ], "years; cotton industry| Pop|: 549,114 (1971)| Former name: Madura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maeander",1,1,1 ], "ancient names of the river Menderes ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maebashi",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on central Honshu: centre of sericulture and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maebashi",1,1,1 ], "silk-spinning; university (1949)| Pop|: 248,312 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maecenas",1,1,1 ], "70-8 b|c|, Roman statesman; adviser to Augustus and patron of Horace and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maecenas",1,1,1 ], "Virgil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maelstrom",1,1,1 ], "NW coast of Norway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maelstrom",1,1,1 ], "a strong tidal current in a restricted channel in the Lofoten Islands off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maestricht",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete spelling of Maastricht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maeterlinck",1,1,1 ], "Comte Maurice (m@$!ris)| 1862-1949, Belgian poet and dramatist, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maeterlinck",1,1,1 ], "literature 1911" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Maeterlinck",1,1,1 ], "particularly for his symbolist plays, such as Pelleas et Melisande (1892), which served as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maeterlinck",1,1,1 ], "the basis for an opera by Debussy, and L'Oiseau bleu (1909)| Nobel prize for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maewo",1,1,1 ], "an almost uninhabited island in the New Hebrides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mafeking",1,1,1 ], "a town in S South Africa, in NE Cape Province: besieged by the Boers for 217" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mafeking",1,1,1 ], "days (1899-1900) during the Boer War; administrative headquarters of the British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mafeking",1,1,1 ], "protectorate of Bechuanaland until 1965, although outside its borders| Pop|: 6900 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mafia",1,1,1 ], "century was carried to the U|S| by Italian immigrants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mafia",1,1,1 ], "opposition to tyranny| It developed into a criminal organization and in the late 19th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mafia",1,1,1 ], "the| an international secret organization founded in Sicily, probably in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mafia",1,1,2 ], "any group considered to resemble the Mafia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magallanes",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Punta Arenas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magdalena Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific on the coast of NW Mexico, in Lower California" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magdalena",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Colombia, rising on the E slopes of the Andes and flowing north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magdalena",1,1,1 ], "to the Caribbean near Barranquilla| Length: 1540 km (956 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magdalenian",1,1,1 ], "10,000 years ago" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magdalenian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the latest Palaeolithic culture in Europe, which ended about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magdalenian",1,2,1 ], "the Magdalenian culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magdeburg",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and port in W East Germany, on the River Elbe: a leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magdeburg",1,1,1 ], "many European cities| Pop|: 276,580 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Magdeburg",1,1,1 ], "member of the Hanseatic League, whose local laws, the Magdeburg Laws, were adopted by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",1,1,1 ], "(20 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",1,1,1 ], "a strait between the mainland of S South America and Tierra del Fuego, linking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",1,1,1 ], "the S Pacific with the S Atlantic| Length: 600 km (370 miles)| Width: up to 32 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",2,1,1 ], "East Indies via the West| He discovered the Strait of Magellan (1520), crossed the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",2,1,1 ], "Pacific, and reached the Philippines (1521), where he was killed by natives| One of his" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",2,1,1 ], "Portuguese name Fernao de Magalhaes| 1480-1521, Portuguese navigator in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",2,1,1 ], "service of Spain| He commanded an expedition of five ships that set out to sail to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magellan",2,1,1 ], "ships reached Spain (1522) and was therefore the first to circumnavigate the world" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Magellanic cloud",1,1,1 ], "Galaxy" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Magellanic cloud",1,1,1 ], "Major) and the Small Magellanic Cloud (Nubecula Minor), situated near the S celestial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magellanic cloud",1,1,1 ], "either of two small irregular galaxies, the Large Magellanic Cloud (Nubecula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magellanic cloud",1,1,1 ], "pole at a distance of 160,000 light years and classified as satellites of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Magen David",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Star of David" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maggiore",1,1,1 ], "a lake in N Italy and S Switzerland, in the S Lepontine Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maghreb",1,1,1 ], "NW Africa, including Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and sometimes Libya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maginot line",1,1,1 ], "a line of fortifications built by France to defend its border with Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maginot line",1,1,1 ], "prior to World War II; it proved ineffective against the German invasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maginot line",1,1,2 ], "any line of defence in which blind confidence is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maglemosian",1,1,1 ], "b|c|: important for the rare wooden objects that have been preserved, such as dugout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maglemosian",1,1,1 ], "canoes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maglemosian",1,1,1 ], "the first Mesolithic culture of N Europe, dating from 8000 b|c| to about 5000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maglemosian",1,2,1 ], "designating or relating to this culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magna Carta",1,1,1 ], "and privileges of the barons, church, and freemen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magna Carta",1,1,1 ], "the charter granted by King John at Runnymede in 1215, recognizing the rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magna Graecia",1,1,1 ], "(in the ancient world) S Italy, where numerous colonies were founded by Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magna Graecia",1,1,1 ], "cities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magnificat",1,1,1 ], "the hymn of the Virgin Mary (Luke 1:46-55), used as a canticle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magnitogorsk",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 388,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Magnitogorsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, on the Ural River: founded in 1930 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magnitogorsk",1,1,1 ], "exploit local magnetite ores; site of one of the world's largest metallurgical plants|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magritte",1,1,1 ], "1898-1967, Belgian surrealist painter|By juxtaposing incongruous objects," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magritte",1,1,1 ], "depicted with meticulous realism, his works create a bizarre and disturbing impression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magus",1,1,1 ], "(Acts 8:9-24)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Magus",1,1,1 ], "New Testament| a sorcerer, who tried to buy spiritual powers from the apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magyar",1,1,1 ], "a member of the predominant ethnic group of Hungary, also found in NW Siberia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magyar",1,1,2 ], "the Hungarian language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magyar",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Magyars or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magyar",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a style of sleeve cut in one piece with the bodice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Magyarorsz",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mah",1,1,1 ], "Victoria| Pop|: 31,684 (1971)| Area: 147 sq| km (57 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mah",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, the chief island of the Seychelles| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahabharata" ,1, 1, 1],"Mahabharatam, or Mahabharatum",1). c_DEF([ "Mahabharata" ,1, 1, 2],"Bhagavad-Gita",3). c_DEF([ "Mahabharata" ,1, 1, 2],"an epic Sanskrit poem of India, dealing chiefly with the struggle between two",1). c_DEF([ "Mahabharata" ,1, 1, 2],"rival families| It contains many separate episodes, the most notable of which is the",2). c_DEF([ "Mahalla el Kubra",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Egypt, on the Nile delta: one of the largest diversified textile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahalla el Kubra",1,1,1 ], "centres in Egypt| Pop|: 287,800 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mahanadi",1,1,1 ], "a river in E India, rising in S Madhya Pradesh and flowing north, then south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahanadi",1,1,1 ], "and east to the Bay of Bengal| Length: 885 km (550 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maharashtra",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Bombay| Pop|: 50,412,235 (1971)| Area: 306,345 sq| km (119,475 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maharashtra",1,1,1 ], "a state of W central India, formed in 1960 from the Marathi-speaking S and E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maharashtra",1,1,1 ], "parts of former Bombay state: lies mainly on the Deccan plateau; mainly agricultural|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mahayana",1,1,1,1 ], "a liberal Buddhist school of Tibet, China and Japan, whose adherents aim to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahayana",1,1,1,1 ], "disseminate Buddhist doctrines, seeking enlightenment not for themselves alone, but for all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mahayana",1,1,1,1 ], "sentient beings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mahayana",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahdi",1,1,1 ], "led a revolt against Egypt (1881) and captured Khartoum (1885)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mahdi",1,1,1 ], "the title assumed by Mohammed Ahmed, 1843-85, Sudanese military leader, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahdi",1,1,2 ], "Islam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mahdi",1,1,2 ], "any of a number of Muslim messiahs expected to forcibly convert all mankind to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahican",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living along the Hudson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahican",1,1,1 ], "river and east of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mahican",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahler" ,1, 1, 1],"1860-1911, Austrian composer and conductor, whose music links the romantic",1). c_DEF([ "Mahler" ,1, 1, 1],"complete symphonies for large orchestras, the symphonic song cycle",3). c_DEF([ "Mahler" ,1, 1, 1],"tradition of the 19th century with the music of the 20th century|His works include nine",2). c_DEF([ "Mahler" ,1, 1, 2],"Das Lied von der Erde",1). c_DEF([ "Mahler" ,1, 1, 3],"and the song cycle Kindertotenlieder (1902)",1). c_DEF([ "Mahomet",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Mohammed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahometan",1,2,1 ], "a former word for Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahound",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for Mohammed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mahratta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Maratha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maia",1,1,1 ], "the eldest of the seven Pleiades, mother by Zeus of Hermes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maid Marian",1,1,1 ], "a character in morris dancing, played by a man dressed as a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maid Marian",1,1,2 ], "the sweetheart of Robin Hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maid of Orlans",1,1,1 ], "another name for Joan of Arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maidenhead",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Berkshire on the River Thames| Pop|: 45,306 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maidstone",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 70,918 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maidstone",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, administrative centre of Kent, on the River Medway|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maiduguri",1,1,1 ], "(with Yerwa) 189,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maiduguri",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Nigeria, capital of Bornu State; agricultural trade centre| Pop|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maikop",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Adygei AR: extensive oilfields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maikop",1,1,1 ], "to the southwest; mineral springs| Pop|: 125,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mailer",1,1,1 ], "American society, include the war novel The Naked and the Dead (1948), The American" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mailer",1,1,1 ], "Dream (1965), and his account of the 1967 peace march on Washington The Armies of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mailer",1,1,1 ], "Night (1968)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mailer",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, U|S| author| His works, which are frequently critical of modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maillol",1,1,1 ], "1861-1944, French sculptor, esp| of monumental female nudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maimonides",1,1,1 ], "1135-1204, Jewish philosopher, physician," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maimonides",1,1,1 ], "and jurist, born in Spain| He codified Jewish law in Mishneh Torah (1180)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Main",1,1,1 ], "Frankfurt to the Rhine| Length: about 515 km (320 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Main",1,1,1 ], "a river in central and W West Germany, flowing west through Wurzburg and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maine",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|, on the Atlantic: chiefly hilly, with many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maine",1,1,1 ], "km (30,920 sq| miles)| Abbrev| (with zip code): ME" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maine",1,1,1 ], "lakes, rivers, and forests| Capital: Augusta| Pop|: 993,663 (1970)| Area: 80,082 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maine-et-Loire",1,1,1 ], "644,458 (1975)| Area: 7218 sq| km (2815 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maine-et-Loire",1,1,1 ], "a department of W France, in Pays de la Loire region| Capital: Angers| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mainland",1,1,1 ], "Lerwick| Pop|: 13,150 (1971)| Area: about 583 sq| km (225 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mainland",1,1,1 ], "an island off N Scotland: the largest of the Shetland Islands| Chief town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mainland",1,1,2 ], "Kirkwall| Pop|: 6502 (1971)| Area: 492 sq| km (190 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mainland",1,1,2 ], "an island off N Scotland: the largest of the Orkney Islands| Chief town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maintenon",1,1,1 ], "second wife of Louis XIV" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maintenon",1,1,1 ], "title of Francoise d'Aubigne| 1635-1719, the mistress and, from about 1685," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mainz",1,1,1 ], "183,363 (1974 est|)| French name: Mayence" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mainz",1,1,1 ], "a port in W West Germany, capital of the Rhineland-Palatinate, at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mainz",1,1,1 ], "confluence of the Main and Rhine: an archbishopric from about 780 until 1801; important in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mainz",1,1,1 ], "the 15th century for the development of printing (by Johann Gutenberg)| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maitland",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Australia, in E New South Wales: industrial centre of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maitland",1,1,1 ], "agricultural region| Pop|: 33,200 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maitland",2,1,1 ], "1850-1906, English legal historian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Majesty",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by Your, His, Her, or Their) a title used to address or refer to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Majesty",1,1,1 ], "sovereign or the wife or widow of a sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Majlis",1,1,1 ], "the parliament of Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Majlis",1,1,2 ], "(in various N African and Middle Eastern countries) an assembly; council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Major Mitchell",1,1,1 ], "an Australian cockatoo, Kakatoe leadbeateri, with a white-and-pink plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Majorca",1,1,1 ], "Spanish name: Mallorca" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Majorca",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Mediterranean: the largest of the Balearic Islands;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Majorca",1,1,1 ], "tourism| Capital: Palma| Pop|: 438,656 (1970)| Area: 3639 sq| km (1465 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Majunga",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Madagascar, on Bombetoka Bay| Pop|: 43,500 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maj| Gen|",1,1,1 ], "Major General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maj|",1,1,1 ], "Major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makalu",1,1,1 ], "a massif in NE Nepal, on the border with Tibet in the Himalayas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makarios III",1,1,1 ], "original name Mikhail Christodoulou Mouskos| 1913-77, Cypriot archbishop," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makarios III",1,1,1 ], "patriarch, and statesman; first president of the republic of Cyprus (1960-74; 1974-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Makasar",1,1,1 ], "434,766 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Makasar",1,1,1 ], "Indonesia (1946-49); a major Indonesian distribution and transshipment port| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Makasar",1,1,1 ], "Portuguese (16th century) and Dutch (17th century) control; capital of Dutch East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Makasar",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Indonesia, on SW Sulawesi: an important native port before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makedhonia",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Macedonia ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maker",1,1,1 ], "a title given to God (as Creator)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maker",1,1,2 ], "(go to) meet one's Maker| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makeyevka",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 398,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Makeyevka",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the SE Ukrainian SSR: coal-mining centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makhachkala",1,1,1 ], "Petrovsk" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Makhachkala",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Soviet Union, capital of the Dagestan SSR, on the Caspian Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makhachkala",1,1,1 ], "fishing fleet; oil refining| Pop|: 224,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1921):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Makkah",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Arabic name for Mecca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makurdi",1,1,1 ], "a port in E central Nigeria, capital of Benue State on the Benue River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Makurdi",1,1,1 ], "agricultural trade centre| Pop|: 67,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malabar Coast",1,1,1 ], "a region along the SW coast of India, extending from Goa to Cape Comorin:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malabar Coast",1,1,1 ], "includes most of Kerala state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malabo",1,1,1 ], "1973): Santa Isabel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malabo",1,1,1 ], "Nguema Biyoga in the Gulf of Guinea| Pop|: 25,000 (1970 est|)| Former name (until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malabo",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Equatorial Guinea, on the Island of Macias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malacca",1,1,1 ], "403,061 (1970)| Area: 1650 sq| km (637 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malacca",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW West Malaysia: rubber plantations| Capital: Malacca| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malachi",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the 5th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malachi",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles| Douay spelling: Malachias " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malagasy Republic",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1958-75) of Madagascar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malagasy",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Madagascar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malagasy",1,1,2 ], "Malayo-Polynesian family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malagasy",1,1,2 ], "the official language of the Malagasy Republic, belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malagasy",1,2,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malagasy",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Madagascar, the Malagasy Republic, its people, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malang",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Indonesia, on E Java: commercial centre| Pop|: 422,428 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malatesta",1,1,1 ], "an Italian family that ruled Rimini from the 13th to the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malathion",1,1,1 ], "a yellow organophosphorus insecticide used as a dust or mist for the control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malathion",1,1,1 ], "of house flies and garden pests| Formula: C10H19O6PS2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malatya",1,1,1 ], "Melitene (Old Malatya)| Pop|: 154,505 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malatya",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Turkey: nearby is the ruined Roman and medieval city of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Lilongwe| Pop|: 4,549,000 (1971 est|)| Area: 117,050 sq| km (45,193 sq| miles)|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,1 ], "Former name: Nyasaland" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,1 ], "a republic in E central Africa: established as a British protectorate in 1891;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,1 ], "along the Great Rift Valley, with Lake Malawi along the E border, the Nyika Plateau" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,1 ], "became independent in 1964 and a republic, within the Commonwealth, in 1966; lies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,1 ], "in the northwest, and the Shire Highlands in the southeast| Languages: English and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,1 ], "various Bantu languages| Religion: Christian, Muslim, and animist| Currency: kwacha|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in central Africa at the S end of the Great Rift Valley: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,2 ], "about 28,500 sq| km (11,000 sq| miles)| Former name: Lake Nyasa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malawi",1,1,2 ], "third largest lake in Africa, drained by the Shire River into the Zambezi| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malay Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "Australia: the largest group of islands in the world; includes over 3000 Indonesian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malay Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, between SE Asia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malay Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "islands, about 7000 islands of the Philippines, and, sometimes, New Guinea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malay Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "(West Malaysia)| Ancient name: Chersonesus Aurea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malay Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "Cape Tanjong Piai in Malaysia: consists of SW Thailand and the states of Malaya" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malay Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of SE Asia, extending south from the Isthmus of Kra in Thailand to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malay States",1,1,1 ], "Malacca, formed the Union of Malaya (1946) and the Federation of Malaya (1948)| Perak," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malay States",1,1,1 ], "Malay States in 1909 (joined by Johore in 1914)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Malay States",1,1,1 ], "Selangor, Negri Sembilan, and Pahang were established as the Federated Malay States by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malay States",1,1,1 ], "the British in 1895 and Perlis, Kedah, Kelantan, and Trengannu as the Unfederated" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Malay States",1,1,1 ], "the former states of the Malay Peninsula that, together with Penang and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malay",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people living chiefly in Malaysia and Indonesia who are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malay",1,1,1 ], "descendants of Mongoloid immigrants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malay",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malay",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Malays or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malaya",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 131,587 sq| km (50,806 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Malaya",1,1,1 ], "Malaysia: consists of the former Federated Malay States, the former Unfederated Malay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malaya",1,1,1 ], "States of| part of Malaysia, in the S Malay Peninsula, constituting West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malaya",1,1,1 ], "States, and the former Straits Settlements| Capital: Kuala Lumpur| Pop|: 8,801,399" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malaya",1,1,2 ], "Federation of| a federation of the nine Malay States of the Malay Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malaya",1,1,2 ], "and two of the Straits Settlements (Malacca and Penang): formed in 1948: became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malaya",1,1,2 ], "part of the British Commonwealth in 1957 and joined Malaysia in 1963" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malayalam",1,1,1 ], "a language of SW India, belonging to the Dravidian family and closely related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malayalam",1,1,1 ], "to Tamil: the state language of Kerala" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malayo-Polynesian",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages extending from Madagascar to the central Pacific," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malayo-Polynesian",1,1,1 ], "including Malagasy, Malay, Indonesian, Tagalog, and Polynesian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malayo-Polynesian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malaysia",1,1,1 ], "10,319,324 (1970)| Area: 333,403 sq| km (128,727 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Malaysia",1,1,1 ], "Malaysia, on the Malay Peninsula, and East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak), occupying the N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malaysia",1,1,1 ], "Sabah, and Singapore (the latter seceded in 1965); densely forested and mostly" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Malaysia",1,1,1 ], "a federation in SE Asia (within the Commonwealth), consisting of West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malaysia",1,1,1 ], "languages| Religion: mostly Muslim| Currency: ringgit| Capital: Kuala Lumpur| Pop|:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Malaysia",1,1,1 ], "mountainous| Languages: Malay and English, with various Chinese and Indian minority" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Malaysia",1,1,1 ], "part of the island of Borneo: formed in 1963 as a federation of Malaya, Sarawak," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malcolm III",1,1,1 ], "died 1093, king of Scotland (1057-93)| He became king after Macbeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malcolm X",1,1,1 ], "original name Malcolm Little| 1925-65, U|S| Negro leader: assassinated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malcolm",1,1,1 ], "born 1917, English harpsichordist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maldives",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Male| Pop|: 122,673 (1972)| Area: 298 sq| km| (115 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Maldives",1,1,1 ], "a republic occupying an archipelago of 1087 coral islands in the Indian Ocean," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maldives",1,1,1 ], "and a republic in 1968| Language: Divehi| Religion: Sunni Muslim| Currency: rupee|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maldives",1,1,1 ], "southwest of Sri Lanka: came under British protection in 1887; became independent in 1965" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maldon",1,1,1 ], "East Saxons and the victorious Danes, celebrated in The Battle of Maldon, an Old" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maldon",1,1,1 ], "English poem| Pop|: 13,840 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maldon",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SE England, in Essex; scene of a battle (991) between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Male",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Republic of the Maldives, on Male Island in the centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Male",1,1,1 ], "the island group| Pop|: 13,610 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malebranche" ,1, 1, 1],"1638-1715, French philosopher|Originally a follower of Descartes, he developed",1). c_DEF([ "Malebranche" ,1, 1, 1],"the philosophy of occasionalism, esp| in",2). c_DEF([ "Malebranche" ,1, 1, 2],"De la Recherche de la v",1). c_DEF([ "Malevich",1,1,1 ], "1878-1935, Russian painter|He founded the abstract art movement known as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malevich",1,1,1 ], "Suprematism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malherbe",1,1,1 ], "1555-1628, French poet and critic|He advocated the classical ideals of clarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malherbe",1,1,1 ], "and concision of meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mali",1,1,1 ], "(1975 UN est|)| Area: 1,239,710 sq| km (478,652 sq| miles)| Former name (1898-1959):" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mali",1,1,1 ], "French Sudan" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mali",1,1,1 ], "French| Religion: Muslim and animist| Currency: franc| Capital: Bamako| Pop|: 5,697,000" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mali",1,1,1 ], "a landlocked republic in West Africa: conquered by the French by 1898 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mali",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in the basins of the Rivers Senegal and Niger in the south| Official language:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mali",1,1,1 ], "incorporated (as French Sudan) into French West Africa; became independent in 1960; settled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malines",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Mechelen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malinke",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in Guinea and Mali," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malinke",1,1,1 ], "noted for their use of cowry shells as currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malinke",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malinke",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malinowski",1,1,1 ], "1884-1942, Polish anthropologist in England and the U|S|, who researched into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malinowski",1,1,1 ], "the sexual behaviour of primitive people in New Guinea and Melanesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mallarme" ,1, 1, 1],"1842-1898, French symbolist poet, noted for his free verse, in which he",1). c_DEF([ "Mallarme" ,1, 1, 1],"chooses words for their evocative qualities his works include",2). c_DEF([ "Mallarme" ,1, 1, 2],"Vers et Prose (1893), and Divagations (1897)",1). c_DEF([ "Mallorca",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Majorca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malmo",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Sweden, on the Sound: part of Denmark until 1658; industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malmo",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 246,647 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malory",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas| 15th-century English author of Le Morte d'Arthur (??1470), a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malory",1,1,1 ], "prose collection of Arthurian legends, translated from the French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malpighi",1,1,1 ], "1628-94, Italian physiologist|A pioneer in microscopic anatomy, he identified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malpighi",1,1,1 ], "the capillary system (1661)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malpighian corpuscle",1,1,1 ], "an encapsulated cluster of capillaries at the end of each urine-secreting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malpighian corpuscle",1,1,1 ], "tubule of the kidney" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malpighian layer",1,1,1 ], "the innermost layer of the epidermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malpighian tubules",1,1,1 ], "opening into the anterior part of the hindgut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malpighian tubules",1,1,1 ], "organs of excretion in insects and many other arthropods: narrow tubules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malraux" ,1, 1, 1],"1901-76, French writer and statesman|His novels include",1). c_DEF([ "Malraux" ,1, 1, 2],"Civil War, in both of which events he took part|He also wrote on art, notably in Les",2). c_DEF([ "Malraux" ,1, 1, 2],"Voix du silence (1951)",3). c_DEF([ "Malraux" ,1, 1, 2],"on the Kuomintang revolution (1927-28) and L'Espoir (1937) on the Spanish",1). c_DEF([ "Malta fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for brucellosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malta",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Valletta| Pop|: 323,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 316 sq| km (122 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Malta",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean south of Sicily: governed by the Knights Hospitallers from 1530 until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malta",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon's conquest in 1798; taken by the British in 1800 and annexed in 1814; suffered" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malta",1,1,1 ], "a republic occupying the islands of Malta, Gozo, and Comino, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malta",1,1,1 ], "severely in World War II; became independent in 1964 and a republic in 1974; a member of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Malta",1,1,1 ], "the Commonwealth| Languages: Maltese and English| Religion: Roman Catholic|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese cross",1,1,1 ], "a cross with triangular arms that taper outwards from the centre, sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese cross",1,1,1 ], "having indented outer sides: formerly worn by the Knights of Malta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese dog",1,1,1 ], "a small white long-haired breed of dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Malta, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Malta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese",1,2,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese",1,2,2 ], "the official language of Malta, a form of Arabic with borrowings from Italian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maltese",1,2,3 ], "a domestic fancy pigeon having long legs and a long neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malthus",1,1,1 ], "1766-1834, English economist| He propounded his population theory in An Essay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malthus",1,1,1 ], "on the Principle of Population (1798)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malthusian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the theory of Malthus stating that increases in population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malthusian",1,1,1 ], "restraint should be exercised" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Malthusian",1,1,1 ], "tend to exceed increases in the means of subsistence and that therefore sexual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Malthusian",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of this theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maluku",1,1,1 ], "the Indonesian name for the Moluccas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malvern",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in W England, in Hereford and Worcester on the E slopes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Malvern",1,1,1 ], "the Malvern Hills: annual dramatic festival; mineral springs| Pop|: 29,004 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mal|",1,1,1 ], "Malachi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mal|",1,1,2 ], "Malay(an)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mameluke",1,1,1 ], "a member of a military class, originally of Turkish slaves, ruling in Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mameluke",1,1,1 ], "from about 1250 to 1517 and remaining powerful until the early 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mameluke",1,1,2 ], "(in Muslim countries) a slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mammon",1,1,1 ], "the personification of riches and greed in the form of a false god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mammoth Cave National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in W central Kentucky: established in 1941 to protect a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mammoth Cave National Park",1,1,1 ], "of limestone caverns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mamor",1,1,1 ], "Madeira River| Length: about 1500 km (930 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mamor",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Bolivia, flowing north to the Beni River to form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Man",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Manaus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Man",2,1,1 ], "Ireland: a Crown possession with its own parliament, the Court of Tynwald; a dependency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Man",2,1,1 ], "an island in the British Isles, in the Irish Sea between Cumbria and Northern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Man",2,1,1 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Man",2,1,1 ], "now extinct| Capital: Douglas| Pop|: 49,743 (1971)| Area: 588 sq| km (227 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Man",2,1,1 ], "of Norway until 1266, when it came under Scottish rule; its own language, Manx, is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manado",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Menado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Managua",1,1,1 ], "1857; devastated by earthquakes in 1931 and 1972| Pop|: 398,514 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Managua",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Nicaragua, on the S shore of Lake Managua: chosen as capital in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Managua",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in W Nicaragua: drains into Lake Nicaragua by the Tipitapa River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Managua",1,1,2 ], "Length: 61 km (38 miles)| Width: about 26 km (16 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manama",1,1,1 ], "88,785 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manama",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Bahrain, at the N end of Bahrain Island: transit port| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manassas",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Virginia, west of Alexandria: site of the victory of Confederate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manassas",1,1,1 ], "forces in the Battles of Bull Run, or First and Second Manassas (1861; 1862), during" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manassas",1,1,1 ], "the American Civil War| Pop|: 9164 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manasseh",1,1,1 ], "the elder son of Joseph (Genesis 41:51)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manasseh",1,1,2 ], "the Israelite tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manasseh",1,1,3 ], "Manases (m@@!nsi$:z)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manasseh",1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe, in the upper Jordan valley| Douay spelling:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manaus",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Brazil, capital of Amazonas state, on the Rio Negro 19 km (12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manaus",1,1,1 ], "basin| Pop|: 284,118 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manaus",1,1,1 ], "miles) above its confluence with the Amazon: chief commercial centre of the Amazon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manche",1,1,1 ], "466,319 (1975)| Area: 6412 sq| km (2501 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manche",1,1,1 ], "a department of NW France, in Basse-Normandie region| Capital: St| Lo| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manche",1,1,2 ], "La| the French name for the English Channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchester terrier",1,1,1 ], "a breed of terrier with a glossy black-and-tan coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchester",1,1,1 ], "Canal: commercial and industrial centre, esp| of the cotton and textile trades;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manchester",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England, linked to the Mersey estuary by the Manchester Ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchester",1,1,1 ], "university (1846)| Pop|: 541,468 (1971)| Latin name: Mancunium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manchu",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of Manchuria who conquered China in the 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchu",1,1,1 ], "century, establishing an imperial dynasty that lasted until 1912" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manchu",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manchu",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Tungusic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchu",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the dynasty of the Manchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchukuo",1,1,1 ], "Manchuria and Jehol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manchukuo",1,1,1 ], "a former state of E Asia (1932-45), consisting of the three provinces of old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchuria",1,1,1 ], "Heilungkiang, Kirin, and Liaoning| Area: about 1,300,000 sq| km (502,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manchuria",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE China, historically the home of the Manchus, rulers of China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manchuria",1,1,1 ], "from 1644 to 1912: includes part of the Inner Mongolian AR and the provinces of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mancunian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Manchester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mancunian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Manchester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandaean",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Gnostic sect of Iraq" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandaean",1,1,2 ], "the form of Aramaic used by this sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandaean",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandalay",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Burma, on the Irrawaddy River: the second largest city in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandalay",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 401,633 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mandalay",1,1,1 ], "the country and former capital of Burma and of Upper Burma; Buddhist religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mandarin Chinese",1,1,1 ], "the official language of China since 1917; the form of Chinese spoken by about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandarin Chinese",1,1,1 ], "two thirds of the population and taught in schools throughout China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mandarin collar",1,1,1 ], "a high stiff round collar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mande",1,1,1 ], "a group of African languages, a branch of the Niger-Congo family, spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mande",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in Mali, Guinea, and Sierra Leone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mande",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandeville",1,1,1 ], "Bernard de| 1670-1733, English author, born in Holland, noted for his satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandeville",1,1,1 ], "The Fable of the Bees (1723)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mandeville",1,1,2 ], "Sir John| 14th-century English author of The Travels of Sir John Mandeville|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mandeville",1,1,2 ], "The book claims to be an account of the author's journeys in the East but is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mandeville",1,1,2 ], "largely a compilation from other works" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mandingo",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Mande or Malinke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manet" ,1, 1, 1],"1832-83, French painter|His painting",1). c_DEF([ "Manet" ,1, 1, 2],"ejeuner sur l",1). c_DEF([ "Manet" ,1, 1, 3],"impressionists, whom he decisively influenced",2). c_DEF([ "Manet" ,1, 1, 3],"which was condemned by the Parisian establishment, was acclaimed by the",1). c_DEF([ "Mangalore",1,1,1 ], "a port in S India, in Karnataka on the Malabar Coast| Pop|: 165,174 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manganin",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of copper containing manganese (13-18 per cent) and nickel (1-4 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manganin",1,1,1 ], "and is used in resistors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manganin",1,1,1 ], "cent): it has a high electrical resistance that does not vary greatly with temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan District",1,1,1 ], "(during World War II) the code name for a unit of U|S| army engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan District",1,1,1 ], "established in 1942 to produce the atomic bomb in secret" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan",1,1,1 ], "Rivers: administratively (with adjacent islets) a borough of New York City; a major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan",1,1,1 ], "an island at the N end of New York Bay, between the Hudson, East, and Harlem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan",1,1,1 ], "financial, commercial, and cultural centre| Pop|: 1,539,233 (1970)| Area: 47 sq| km (22" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan",1,1,2 ], "a mixed drink consisting of four parts whisky, one part vermouth, and a dash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manhattan",1,1,2 ], "of bitters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mani",1,1,1 ], "216-276 a|d|, Persian prophet who founded Manichaeism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manichaeism",1,1,1 ], "Zoroastrianism, Christianity, Buddhism, etc|, taught by the Persian prophet Mani about the 3rd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manichaeism",1,1,1 ], "century a|d|It was based on a supposed primordial conflict between light and darkness" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manichaeism",1,1,1 ], "or goodness and evil" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Manichaeism",1,1,1 ], "the system of religious doctrines, including elements of Gnosticism," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manichaeism",1,1,2 ], "any similar heretical philosophy involving a radical dualism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manifest Destiny",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the 19th-century U|S|) the belief that the U|S| was a chosen land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manifest Destiny",1,1,1 ], "that had been allotted the entire North American continent by God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manila Bay",1,1,1 ], "Luzon: mostly forms Manila harbour| Area: 1994 sq| km (770 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manila Bay",1,1,1 ], "an almost landlocked inlet of the South China Sea in the Philippines, in W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manila hemp",1,1,1 ], "a fibre obtained from the plant abaca, used for rope, paper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manila paper",1,1,1 ], "a strong usually brown paper made from Manila hemp or similar fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manila rope",1,1,1 ], "rope of Manila hemp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manila",1,1,1 ], "Tomas (1611)| Pop|: 1,438,252 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manila",1,1,1 ], "republic until 1948; seat of the Far Eastern University and the University of Santo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manila",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of the Philippines, on S Luzon on Manila Bay: capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manila",1,1,2 ], "a type of cigar made in this city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maninke",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Malinke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manipur",1,1,1 ], "Imphal| Pop|: 1,072,753 (1971)| Area: 20,793 sq| km (8109 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manipur",1,1,1 ], "a union territory of NE India: largely densely forested mountains| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manisa",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manisa",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Turkey: the Byzantine seat of government (1204-1313)| Pop|: 70,022" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manitoba",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,021,506 (1976)| Area: 650,090 sq| km (251,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manitoba",1,1,1 ], "a province of W Canada: consists of prairie in the southwest, with extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manitoba",1,1,1 ], "forests in the north and tundra near Hudson Bay in the northeast| Capital: Winnipeg|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manitoba",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in W Canada, in S Manitoba: fed by the outflow from Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manitoba",1,1,2 ], "Winnipegosis; drains into Lake Winnipeg| Area: 4706 sq| km (1817 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manitoulin Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in N Lake Huron in Ontario: the largest freshwater island in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manitoulin Island",1,1,1 ], "world| Length: 129 km (80 miles)| Width: up to 48 km (30 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manizales",1,1,1 ], "(1973)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manizales",1,1,1 ], "2100 m (7000 ft|): commercial centre of a rich coffee-growing area| Pop|: 199,904" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manizales",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Colombia, in the Cordillera Central of the Andes at an altitude of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manley",1,1,1 ], "born 1924, Jamaican statesman; prime minister of Jamaica since 1972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mann",1,1,1 ], "Heinrich | 1871-1950, German novelist: works include The Blue Angel (1905) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mann",1,1,1 ], "Man of Straw (1918)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mann",1,1,2 ], "Mountain (1924), and Doctor Faustus (1947): Nobel prize for literature 1929" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mann",1,1,2 ], "his brother Thomas | 1875-1955, German novelist, in the U|S| after 1937| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mann",1,1,2 ], "short story Death in Venice (1913) and the novels Buddenbrooks (1900), The Magic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mann",1,1,2 ], "works deal mainly with the problem of the artist in bourgeois society and include the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mannar",1,1,1 ], "pearl fishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mannar",1,1,1 ], "the part of the Indian Ocean between SE India and the island of Sri Lanka:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mannerheim",1,1,1 ], "Baron Carl Gustaf Emil| 1867-1951, Finnish soldier and statesman; president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mannerheim",1,1,1 ], "Finland (1944-46)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mannheim School",1,1,1 ], "Mannheim during the mid-18th century, who evolved the controlled orchestral crescendo as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mannheim School",1,1,1 ], "a group of musicians and composers connected with the court orchestra at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mannheim School",1,1,1 ], "well as a largely homophonic musical style" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mannheim",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg at the confluence of the Rhine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mannheim",1,1,1 ], "and Neckar: one of Europe's largest inland harbours; a cultural and musical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mannheim",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 325,386 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mannheim",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Mannheim School" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manning",1,1,1 ], "1808-92, English churchman| Originally an Anglican, he was converted to Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manning",1,1,1 ], "Catholicism (1851) and made archbishop of Westminster (1865) and cardinal (1875)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manolete",1,1,1 ], "original name Manuel Rodriguez y Sanchez| 1917-47, Spanish bullfighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manresa",1,1,1 ], "Ignatius Loyola| Pop|: 57,846 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manresa",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain: contains a cave used as the spiritual retreat of St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mansart",1,1,1 ], "Francois (fr?~a!swa)| 1598-1666, French architect, who established the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mansart",1,1,1 ], "classical style in French architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mansart",1,1,2 ], "his great-nephew, Jules Hardouin (#fyl ar!dw$e)| 1646-1708, French architect," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mansart",1,1,2 ], "who completed the Palace of Versailles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mansfield",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in W Nottinghamshire: coal-mining and hosiery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mansfield",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 57,598 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mansfield",2,1,1 ], "Garden Party (1922)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mansfield",2,1,1 ], "New Zealand, noted for her short stories, such as those in Bliss (1920) and The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mansfield",2,1,1 ], "pen name of Kathleen Mansfield Beauchamp| 1888-1923, English writer, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mansholt",1,1,1 ], "Plan for the agricultural organization of the Common Market" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mansholt",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, Dutch economist and politician vice president (1958-72) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mansholt",1,1,1 ], "president (1972-73) of the Common Market Commission|He was the author of the Mansholt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mansion House",1,1,1 ], "the residence of the Lord Mayor of London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mantegna",1,1,1 ], "1431-1506, Italian painter and engraver, noted esp| for his frescoes, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mantegna",1,1,1 ], "those in the Ducal Palace, Mantua" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mantinea",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a city in E Arcadia site of several battles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mantoux test",1,1,1 ], "a test for determining the presence of a tubercular infection by injecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mantoux test",1,1,1 ], "tuberculin into the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mantova",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Mantua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mantua",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 65,926 (1971)| Italian name: Mantova" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mantua",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in E Lombardy, surrounded by lakes: birthplace of Virgil|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manukau",1,1,1 ], "Auckland on NW North Island| Pop|: 127,800 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manukau",1,1,1 ], "a city in New Zealand, on Manukau Harbour (an inlet of the Tasman Sea) near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manx cat",1,1,1 ], "Man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manx cat",1,1,1 ], "a short-haired tailless variety of cat, believed to originate on the Isle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manx shearwater",1,1,1 ], "a European oceanic bird, Puffinus puffinus, with long slender wings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manx shearwater",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white plumage: family Procellariidae (shearwaters)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manx",1,1,1 ], "former language, or their present-day dialect of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manx",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Isle of Man, its inhabitants, their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manx",1,2,1 ], "Gaelic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Manx",1,2,1 ], "a former language of the Isle of Man, extinct since about 1955, belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manx",1,2,1 ], "the N Celtic branch of the Indo-European family and closely related to Scottish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Manxman",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Isle of Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Manzoni" ,1, 1, 1],"1785-1873, Italian romantic novelist and poet, famous for his historical",1). c_DEF([ "Manzoni" ,1, 1, 1],"novel",2). c_DEF([ "Man|",1,1,1 ], "Manila (paper)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Man|",1,1,2 ], "Manitoba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "1893-1976, Chinese Marxist theoretician and statesman| The son of a peasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "Japanese in World War II, he united with the Kuomintang regime, which he then defeated" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "as the Long March (1935-36), emerging as leader of the party| In opposing the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "farmer, he helped to found the Chinese Communist Party (1921) and established a soviet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "in the ensuing civil war| He founded the People's Republic of China (1949) of" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "republic in SE China (1931-34)| He led the retreat of Communist forces to NW China known" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "the Cultural Revolution in 1966" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Mao Tse-tung",1,1,1 ], "which he was chairman until 1959| As party chairman until his death, he instigated" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Maoism",1,1,1 ], "Marxism-Leninism as interpreted by Mao Tse-tung: distinguished by its theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maoism",1,1,1 ], "of guerrilla warfare and its emphasis on the revolutionary potential of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maoism",1,1,1 ], "peasantry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maoism",1,1,2 ], "adherence to or reverence for Mao Tse-tung and his teachings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maori",1,1,1 ], "European settlers| They are descended from Polynesian voyagers who migrated in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maori",1,1,1 ], "a member of the people living in New Zealand since before the arrival of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maori",1,1,1 ], "successive waves from the 16th century onwards" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maori",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maori",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Map",1,1,1 ], "1140-1209, Welsh ecclesiastic and satirical writer| His chief work is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Map",1,1,1 ], "miscellany De Nugis curialium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maputo",1,1,1 ], "South Africa| Pop|: 383,775 (1970)| Former name (until 1975): Lourenco Marques" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maputo",1,1,1 ], "capital in 1907; the nearest port to the Rand gold-mining and industrial region of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maputo",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Mozambique, in the south on Delagoa Bay: became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mar del Plata",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mar del Plata",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in E Argentina, on the Atlantic: fishing port| Pop|: 299,700" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maracaibo",1,1,1 ], "Venezuela: the second largest city in the country; University of Zulia (1891); major oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maracaibo",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Venezuela, on the channel from Lake Maracaibo to the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maracaibo",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 651,574 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maracaibo",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in NW Venezuela, linked with the Gulf of Venezuela by a dredged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maracaibo",1,1,2 ], "channel: centre of the Venezuelan and South American oil industry| Area: about 13,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maracaibo",1,1,2 ], "sq| km (500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maracanda",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Samarkand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maracay",1,1,1 ], "Vicente Gomez during his dictatorship; textile industries| Pop|: 255,134 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maracay",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Venezuela: developed greatly as the headquarters of Juan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maraj",1,1,1 ], "an island in N Brazil, at the mouth of the Amazon| Area: 38,610 sq| km (15,444" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maraj",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maranh",1,1,1 ], "Area: 328,666 sq| km (128,179 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maranh",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Brazil, on the Atlantic: forested and humid in the northwest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maranh",1,1,1 ], "with high plateaus in the east and south| Capital: Sao Luis| Pop|: 2,992,686 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maranon" ,1, 1, 1],"Ucayali River, forming the Amazon|Length: about 1450 km (900 miles)",2). c_DEF([ "Maranon" ,1, 1, 1],"a river in NE Peru, rising in the Andes and flowing northwest into the",1). c_DEF([ "Marat",1,1,1 ], "1743-93, French revolutionary leader and journalist|He founded the radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marat",1,1,1 ], "Charlotte Corday" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marat",1,1,1 ], "instrumental in overthrowing the Girondists (1793); he was stabbed to death in his bath by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marat",1,1,1 ], "newspaper L'Ami du peuple and was elected to the National Convention (1792)| He was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maratha",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of India living chiefly in Maharashtra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marathi",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Maharashtra state in India, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marathi",1,2,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marathi",1,2,1 ], "the state language of Maharashtra, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marathon",1,1,1 ], "Plataeans over the Persians (490 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marathon",1,1,1 ], "a plain in Attica northeast of Athens: site of a victory of the Athenians and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marburg",1,1,1 ], "47,500 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in central West Germany, in Hesse; famous for the religious debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marburg",1,1,1 ], "between Luther and Zwingli in 1529; Europe's first Protestant university (1527)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marburg",1,1,2 ], "the German name for Maribor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marc",1,1,1 ], "1880-1916, German expressionist painter cofounder with Kandinsky of the Blaue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marc",1,1,1 ], "Reiter group (1911)| He is noted for his symbolic compositions of animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marceau",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, French mime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marcellus",1,1,1 ], "268-208 b|c|, Roman general and consul, who captured Syracuse (212) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marcellus",1,1,1 ], "Second Punic War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "March hare",1,1,1 ], "a hare during its breeding season in March, noted for its wild and excitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "March hare",1,1,1 ], "behaviour (esp| in the phrase mad as a March hare)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "March",1,1,1 ], "the third month of the year, consisting of 31 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "March",2,1,1 ], "the German name for the Morava ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marche",1,1,1 ], "a former province of central France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marches",1,1,1 ], "continual feuding (13th-16th centuries)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marches",1,1,1 ], "the border area between England and Wales or Scotland, both characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marches",1,1,2 ], "a region of central Italy| Capital: Ancona| Pop|: 1,359,063 (1971)| Area: 9692" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marches",1,1,2 ], "sq| km (3780 sq| miles)| Italian name: Le Marche (le !marke)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marches",1,1,3 ], "any of various other border regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marcheshvan",1,1,1 ], "another word for Heshvan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "March|",1,1,1 ], "Marchioness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marciano",1,1,1 ], "original name Rocco Francis Marchegiano| 1923-69, U|S| heavyweight boxer;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marciano",1,1,1 ], "world heavyweight champion, 1952-56" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marcionism",1,1,1 ], "a Gnostic movement of the 2nd and 3rd centuries a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marconi rig",1,1,1 ], "a fore-and-aft sailing boat rig with triangular sails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marconi",1,1,1 ], "1874-1937, Italian physicist, who developed radio telegraphy and succeeded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marconi",1,1,1 ], "transmitting signals across the Atlantic (1901): Nobel prize for physics 1909" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marcos",1,1,1 ], "born 1917, Filipino statesman president of the Philippines since 1965" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marcus Aurelius Antoninus",1,1,1 ], "original name Marcus Annius Verus| 121-180 a|d|, Roman emperor (161-180) noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marcus Aurelius Antoninus",1,1,1 ], "particularly for his Meditations, propounding his stoic view of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marcuse",1,1,1 ], "Man (1964)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marcuse",1,1,1 ], "born 1898, U|S| philosopher, born in Germany| In his later works he analysed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marcuse",1,1,1 ], "modern technology| His works include Eros and Civilization (1958) and One Dimensional" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marcuse",1,1,1 ], "the situation of man under monopoly capitalism and the dehumanizing effects of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mardi Gras",1,1,1 ], "the festival of Shrove Tuesday, celebrated in some cities with great revelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marduk",1,1,1 ], "the chief god of the Babylonian pantheon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marengo",1,1,1 ], "browned in oil and cooked with tomatoes, mushrooms, garlic, wine, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marengo",2,1,1 ], "a village in NW Italy: site of a major battle in which Napoleon decisively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marengo",2,1,1 ], "defeated the Austrians (1800)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marenzio",1,1,1 ], "1553-99, Italian composer of madrigals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Anjou",1,1,1 ], "1430-82, queen of England| She married the mentally unstable Henry VI of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Anjou",1,1,1 ], "England in 1445 to confirm the truce with France during the Hundred Years' War| She" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Anjou",1,1,1 ], "Tewkesbury (1471) by Edward IV" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Anjou",1,1,1 ], "became a leader of the Lancastrians in the Wars of the Roses and was defeated at" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Navarre",1,1,1 ], "1492-1549, queen of Navarre (1544-49) by marriage to Henry II of Navarre;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Navarre",1,1,1 ], "sister of Francis I of France| She was a poet and a patron of humanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Valois",1,1,1 ], "1553-1615, daughter of Henry II of France and Catherine de' Medici; queen of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Valois",1,1,1 ], "Navarre (1572) by marriage to Henry of Navarre| The marriage was dissolved (1599) after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret of Valois",1,1,1 ], "his accession as Henry IV of France: noted for her Memoires" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret",1,1,1 ], "Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Margaret",1,1,1 ], "born 1930, younger sister of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain and Northern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margarita",1,1,1 ], "Capital: La Asuncion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Margarita",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Caribbean, off the NE coast of Venezuela: pearl fishing|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margate",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Margate",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in SE England, in E Kent on the Isle of Thanet| Pop|: 50,145" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margaux",1,1,1 ], "a red wine produced in the region around the village of Margaux near Bordeaux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Margrethe II",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, queen of Denmark since 1972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marheshvan" ,1, 1, 1],"Mar",1). c_DEF([ "Marheshvan" ,1, 1, 3],"another word for Heshvan",1). c_DEF([ "Mari Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W central Soviet Union, in the middle Volga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mari Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "basin| Capital: Yoshkar-Ola| Pop|: 684,748 (1970)| Area: 23,200 sq| km (8955 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mari Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maria Theresa",1,1,1 ], "(1740-48) she was confirmed in all her possessions except Silesia, which she attempted" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Maria Theresa",1,1,1 ], "1717-80, archduchess of Austria and queen of Hungary and Bohemia (1740-80);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maria Theresa",1,1,1 ], "Francis I; the mother of Emperor Joseph II| In the War of the Austrian Succession" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maria Theresa",1,1,1 ], "the daughter and heiress of Emperor Charles VI of Austria; the wife of Emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maria Theresa",1,1,1 ], "unsuccessfully to regain in the Seven Years' War (1756-63)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Maria de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "French name Marie de Medicis| 1573-1642, queen of France (1600-10) by marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maria de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "Richelieu's influence at court" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Maria de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "age (1614)| She was finally exiled from France in 1631 after plotting to undermine" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Maria de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "regent for her son (later Louis XIII) but continued to wield power after he came of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maria de' Medici",1,1,1 ], "to Henry IV of France; daughter of Francesco, grand duke of Tuscany| She became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mariage de convenance",1,1,1 ], "Mariages de convenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mariage de convenance",1,1,2 ], "another term for marriage of convenience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marian",1,1,2 ], "England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to some other Mary, such as Mary Queen of Scots or Mary I of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marian",1,2,1 ], "a person who has a special devotion to the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marian",1,2,2 ], "a supporter of some other Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mariana Islands",1,1,1 ], "Guam, part of the United States Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands (since 1947)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mariana Islands",1,1,1 ], "Ladrone Islands" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mariana Islands",1,1,1 ], "Philippines and north of New Guinea: divided politically into Guam and the islands north of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mariana Islands",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 193,980 (1970)| Area: 958 sq| km (370 sq| miles)| Former name (1521-1668):" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mariana Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of volcanic and coral islands in the W Pacific, east of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marianao",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 229,576 (1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marianao",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Cuba, adjacent to W Havana city: the chief Cuban military base|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marianne",1,1,1 ], "a female figure personifying the French republic after the Revolution (1789)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marianskn",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 13,402 (1971)| German name: Marienbad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marianskn",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Czechoslovakia: a fashionable spa in the 18th and 19th centuries|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maribor",1,1,1 ], "German name: Marburg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maribor",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N Yugoslavia, in Slovenia on the Drava River: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maribor",1,1,1 ], "flourishing Hapsburg trading centre in the 13th century; resort| Pop|: 97,167 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Antoinette",1,1,1 ], "1755-93, queen of France (1774-93) by marriage to Louis XVI of France| Her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Antoinette",1,1,1 ], "guillotined" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Antoinette",1,1,1 ], "opposition to reform during the Revolution contributed to the overthrow of the monarchy;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Byrd Land",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Byrd Land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Galante",1,1,1 ], "an island in the E West Indies southeast of Guadeloupe, of which it is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Galante",1,1,1 ], "dependency| Chief town: Grand Bourg| Pop|: 15,867 (1967)| Area: 155 sq| km (60 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Louise",1,1,1 ], "1791-1847, empress of France (1811-15) as the second wife of Napoleon I;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Louise",1,1,1 ], "Parma" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marie Louise",1,1,1 ], "daughter of Francis I of Austria| On Napoleon's abdication (1815) she became Duchess of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mariehamn",1,1,1 ], "Finnish name: Maarianhamina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mariehamn",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Finland, chief port of the 'Aland Islands| Pop|: 8546 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marienbad",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Marianske Laznve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marin",1,1,1 ], "1870-1953, U|S| painter, noted esp| for his watercolour landscapes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marin",1,1,1 ], "seascapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marinduque",1,1,1 ], "an island of the central Philippines, east of Mindoro: forms, with offshore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marinduque",1,1,1 ], "islets, a province of the Philippines| Capital: Boac| Pop|: 144,109 (1970)| Area: 960" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marinduque",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (370 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mariner",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of U|S| space probes launched between 1962 and 1971 that sent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mariner",1,1,1 ], "back photographs and information concerning the surface of Mars and Venus and also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mariner",1,1,1 ], "studied interplanetary matter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marinetti",1,1,1 ], "1876-1944, Italian poet founder of futurism (1909)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mariolatry",1,1,1 ], "exaggerated veneration of the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mariology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the traditions and doctrines concerning the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marist",1,1,1 ], "1824" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marist",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Society of Mary, a Christian religious congregation founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maritain",1,1,1 ], "1882-1973, French neo-Thomist Roman Catholic philosopher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maritime Alps",1,1,1 ], "a range of the W Alps in SE France and NW Italy| Highest peak: Argentera, 3316" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maritime Alps",1,1,1 ], "m (10,880 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maritime Provinces",1,1,1 ], "Newfoundland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maritime Provinces",1,1,1 ], "certain of the Canadian provinces with coasts facing the Gulf of St| Lawrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maritime Provinces",1,1,1 ], "or the Atlantic: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maritimer",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Maritime Provinces of Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maritsa",1,1,1 ], "Length: 483 km (300 miles)| Turkish name: Meric|Greek name: Evros" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maritsa",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Europe, rising in S Bulgaria and flowing east into Turkey, then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maritsa",1,1,1 ], "south from Edirne as part of the border between Turkey and Greece to the Aegean|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mariupol",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1948) of Zhdanov" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marius",1,1,1 ], "155-86 b|c|, Roman general and consul| He defeated Jugurtha, the Cimbri, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marius",1,1,1 ], "exiled but returned (87) and took Rome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marius",1,1,1 ], "the Teutons (107-101), but his rivalry with Sulla caused civil war (88)| He was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marivaux" ,1, 1, 1],"1688-1763, French dramatist and novelist, noted particularly for his comedies,",1). c_DEF([ "Marivaux" ,1, 1, 1],"such as",2). c_DEF([ "Marivaux" ,1, 1, 2],"and La Vie de Marianne (1731-41)",1). c_DEF([ "Mark",1,1,1 ], "one of the four Evangelists| Feast day: April 25" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mark",1,1,2 ], "the second Gospel, traditionally ascribed to him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Markham",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Antarctica, in Victoria Land| Height: 4375 m (14,355 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Markov chain",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of events the probability for each of which is dependent on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Markov chain",1,1,1 ], "event immediately preceding it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Markova",1,1,1 ], "Dame Alicia| original name Lilian Alicia Marks| born 1910, English ballerina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marlborough",1,1,1 ], "6031 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marlborough",1,1,1 ], "Civil War (1642); site of Marlborough College, a public school founded in 1843| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marlborough",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Wiltshire: besieged and captured by Royalists in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marlborough",2,1,1 ], "Blenheim (1704), Ramillies (1706), Oudenaarde (1708), and Malplaquet (1709)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marlborough",2,1,1 ], "forces in the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-14), in which he won victories at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marlborough",2,1,1 ], "title of John Churchill| 1650-1722, English general; commander of British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marley",1,1,1 ], "Vibration (1976), and Exodus (1977)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marley",1,1,1 ], "born 1945, Jamaican reggae singer, guitarist, and songwriter| With his group," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marley",1,1,1 ], "the Wailers, his albums include Burnin' (1973), Natty Dread (1975), Rastaman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marlowe",1,1,1 ], "1564-93, English dramatist and poet, who established blank verse as a creative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marlowe",1,1,1 ], "II (??1592), and Dr| Faustus (1604)| He was stabbed to death in a tavern brawl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marlowe",1,1,1 ], "form of dramatic expression| His plays include Tamburlaine the Great (1590), Edward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marmara",1,1,1 ], "Area: 11,471 sq| km (4429 sq| miles)| Ancient name: Propontis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marmara",1,1,1 ], "a deep inland sea in NW Turkey, linked with the Black Sea by the Bosporus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marmara",1,1,1 ], "with the Aegean by the Dardanelles: separates Turkey in Europe from Turkey in Asia|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marmite",1,1,1 ], "a yeast and vegetable extract used as a spread, flavouring, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marmolada",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NE Italy: highest peak in the Dolomites| Height: 3342 m (10,965" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marmolada",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marne",1,1,1 ], "Chalons-sur-Marne| Pop|: 549,485 (1975)| Area: 8205 sq| km (3200 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marne",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France, in Champagne-Ardenne region| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marne",1,1,2 ], "Rhine, and Aisne; scene of two unsuccessful German offensives (1914, 1918) during" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marne",1,1,2 ], "World War I| Length: 525 km (326 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marne",1,1,2 ], "a river in NE France, rising on the plateau of Langres and flowing north, then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marne",1,1,2 ], "west to the River Seine, north of Paris: linked by canal with the Rivers Saone," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maroc",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Morocco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maronite",1,1,1 ], "a member of a body of Uniats of Syrian origin, now living chiefly in Lebanon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maros",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for the Mures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marprelate",1,1,1 ], "Puritan tracts (1588-89), attacking the bishops of the Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marprelate",1,1,1 ], "the pen name of the anonymous author or authors of a series of satirical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marquand" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Marquand" ,1, 1, 2],"1893-1960, U|S| novelist, noted for his stories featuring the Japanese",1). c_DEF([ "Marquand" ,1, 1, 2],"George Apley (1937)",3). c_DEF([ "Marquand" ,1, 1, 2],"detective Mr| Moto and for his satirical comedies of New England life, such as The Late",2). c_DEF([ "Marquesan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Marquesas Islands or their inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marquesan",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Marquesas Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marquesas Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 1287 sq| km (497 sq| miles)| French name: Iles Marquises (il mar!ki$:z)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marquesas Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands in the S Pacific, in French Polynesia| Pop|: 5593" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marquette",1,1,1 ], "Louis Jolliet, of the Mississippi river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marquette",1,1,1 ], "known as Pere Marquette| 1637-75, French Jesuit missionary and explorer, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marquis",1,1,1 ], "1878-1937, U|S| humorist; author of archy and mehitabel (1927)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marq|",1,1,1 ], "Marquis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marrakech",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 332,741 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marrakech",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Morocco: several times capital of Morocco; tourist centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marrano",1,1,1 ], "Christianity, esp| one forcibly converted but secretly adhering to Judaism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marrano",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish or Portuguese Jew of the late Middle Ages who was converted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marryat",1,1,1 ], "1792-1848, English novelist and naval officer; author of novels of sea life," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marryat",1,1,1 ], "such as Mr| Midshipman Easy (1836), and children's stories, such as The Children of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marryat",1,1,1 ], "the New Forest (1847)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,1 ], "24|6225 hours; diameter and mass: 53|2 and 10|7 per cent that of earth respectively" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,1 ], "The planet has two tiny satellites, Phobos and Deimos| Mean distance from sun: 228" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,1 ], "in temperature from about -70 degrees C at night to -40 degrees C during the day|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,1 ], "million km; period of revolution around sun: 686|98 days; period of axial rotation:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,1 ], "reddish-orange surface with numerous dark patches and two white polar caps| The surface ranges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,1 ], "the fourth planet from the sun, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,2 ], "Ares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,2 ], "the Roman god of war, the father of Romulus and Remus| Greek counterpart:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mars",1,1,3 ], "the alchemical name for iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marsala",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Sicily: landing place of Garibaldi at the start of his Sicilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marsala",1,1,1 ], "campaign (1860)| Pop|: 79,920 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marsala",1,1,2 ], "a dark sweet dessert wine made in Sicily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marseillaise",1,1,1 ], "a war song for the Rhine army of revolutionary France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marseillaise",1,1,1 ], "the French national anthem| It was written in 1792 by C| J| Rouget de Lisle as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marseille",1,1,1 ], "-!se$Ilz)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marseille",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 914,356 (1975)| Ancient name: Massilia|English name: Marseilles (m$a$:!se$I," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marseille",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE France, on the Gulf of Lions: second largest city in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marseille",1,1,1 ], "and a major port; founded in about 600 b|c| by Greeks from Phocaea; oil refining|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of 34 coral islands in the W central Pacific, in E Micronesia:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall Islands",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of the United States Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands since 1947;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall Islands",1,1,1 ], "consists of two parallel chains, Ralik and Ratak| Pop|: 23,166 (1971)| Area: (land) 158" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall Islands",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (61 sq| miles);(lagoon) 11,655 sq| km (4500 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall Plan",1,1,1 ], "Europe (1948-52)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall Plan",1,1,1 ], "a programme of U|S| economic aid for the reconstruction of post-World War II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,1 ], "(1890)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,1 ], "Alfred| 1842-1924, English economist, author of Principles of Economics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,2 ], "1953" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,2 ], "George Catlett| 1880-1959, U|S| general and statesman| He was chief of staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,2 ], "Marshall Plan (1947), later called the European Recovery Programme: Nobel peace prize" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,2 ], "of the U|S| army (1939-45) and, as secretary of state (1947-49), he proposed the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,3 ], "Court (1801-35), he established the principles of U|S| constitutional law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marshall",1,1,3 ], "John| 1755-1835, U|S| jurist and statesman| As chief justice of the Supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marshalsea",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in England) a court held before the knight marshal: abolished 1849" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marshalsea",1,1,2 ], "1842" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marshalsea",1,1,2 ], "a prison for debtors and others, situated in Southwark, London: abolished in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marsilius of Padua",1,1,1 ], "Italian name Marsiglio dei Mainardini| 1290-1343, Italian political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marsilius of Padua",1,1,1 ], "of the temporal ruler over that of the church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marsilius of Padua",1,1,1 ], "philosopher, best known as the author of the Defensor pacis (1324), which upheld the power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marston Moor",1,1,1 ], "a flat low-lying area in NE England, west of York: scene of a battle (1644) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marston Moor",1,1,1 ], "which the Parliamentarians defeated the Royalists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marston",1,1,1 ], "1576-1634, English dramatist and satirist| His works include the revenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marston",1,1,1 ], "comedy The Malcontent (1604)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marston",1,1,1 ], "tragedies Antonio and Mellida (1602) and Antonio's Revenge (1602) and the satirical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Martaban",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Bay of Bengal in Lower Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martello tower",1,1,1 ], "a small circular tower for coastal defence, formerly much used in Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martha",1,1,1 ], "(Luke 10:38-42)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Martha",1,1,1 ], "a sister of Mary and Lazarus, who lived at Bethany and ministered to Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Mars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martial",2,1,1 ], "full name Marcus Valerius Martialis| 40-104 a|d|, Latin epigrammatist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martial",2,1,1 ], "poet, born in Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Martian",1,1,1 ], "of, occurring on, or relating to the planet Mars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Mars, esp| in science fiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martin du Gard" ,1, 1, 1],"1881-1958, French novelist, noted for his series of novels,",1). c_DEF([ "Martin du Gard" ,1, 1, 2],"Nobel prize for literature 1937",1). c_DEF([ "Martin",1,1,1 ], "Frank| 1890-1974, Swiss composer| He used a modified form of the twelve-note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martin",1,1,1 ], "oratorio Golgotha (1949)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Martin",1,1,1 ], "technique in some of his works, which include Petite Symphonie Concertante (1946) and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Martin",1,1,2 ], "(??371-??397); patron saint of France| He furthered monasticism in Gaul| Feast day: Nov| 11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Martin",1,1,2 ], "Saint, called Saint Martin of Tours| 316-397 a|d|, bishop of Tours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martin'",1,1,1 ], "1890-1959, Czech composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martineau",1,1,1 ], "Harriet| 1802-76, English author of books on political economy and of novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martineau",1,1,1 ], "and children's stories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Martineau",1,1,2 ], "her brother, James| 1805-1900, English Unitarian theologian and minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martini",1,1,1 ], "1284-1344, Sienese painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martinique",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1090 sq| km (420 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Martinique",1,1,1 ], "administratively an overseas region of France| Capital: Fort-de-France| Pop|: 328,239 (1975)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Martinique",1,1,1 ], "an island in the E Caribbean, in the Windward Islands of the Lesser Antilles:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Martinmas",1,1,1 ], "the feast of St| Martin on Nov| 11; one of the four quarter days in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marvell",1,1,1 ], "1621-78, English poet and satirist| He is noted for his lyrical poems and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marvell",1,1,1 ], "verse and prose satires attacking the government after the Restoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marx Brothers",1,1,1 ], "(1937)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Marx Brothers",1,1,1 ], "Herbert Marx, called Zeppo (born 1901), Julius Marx, called Groucho (1895-1977), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marx Brothers",1,1,1 ], "Leonard Marx, called Chico (1891-1961)| Their films include Animal Crackers (1930)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marx Brothers",1,1,1 ], "Monkey Business (1931), Horsefeathers (1932), Duck Soup (1933), and A Day at the Races" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marx Brothers",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| family of film comedians, esp| Arthur Marx, called Harpo (1893-1964)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marx" ,1, 1, 1],"1818-83, German founder of modern communism, in England from 1849| With",1). c_DEF([ "Marx" ,1, 1, 1],"Engels, he wrote",2). c_DEF([ "Marx" ,1, 1, 2],"He developed his theories of the class struggle and the economics of",1). c_DEF([ "Marx" ,1, 1, 2],"International Workingmen's Association (First International) (1864)|",3). c_DEF([ "Marx" ,1, 1, 2],"capitalism in Das Kapital (1867; 1885; 1895)|He was one of the founders of the",2). c_DEF([ "Marxian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Karl Marx and his theories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marxism",1,1,1 ], "Friedrich Engels that holds that actions and human institutions are economically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marxism",1,1,1 ], "capitalism will ultimately be superseded by communism" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Marxism",1,1,1 ], "determined, that the class struggle is the basic agency of historical change, and that" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Marxism",1,1,1 ], "the economic and political theory and practice originated by Karl Marx and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marxism-Leninism",1,1,1 ], "form of capitalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Marxism-Leninism",1,1,1 ], "the modification of Marxism by Lenin stressing that imperialism is the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marxist",1,1,1 ], "a follower of Marxism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Marxist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Marx and his teachings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary I",1,1,1 ], "The daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, she married Philip II of Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mary I",1,1,1 ], "burnt at the stake as heretics" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mary I",1,1,1 ], "family name Tudor, known as Bloody Mary| 1516-58, queen of England (1553-58)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary I",1,1,1 ], "in 1554| She restored Roman Catholicism to England and about 300 Protestants were" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mary II",1,1,1 ], "1662-94, queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland (1689-94), ruling jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary II",1,1,1 ], "arbitrary rule of her father James II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mary II",1,1,1 ], "with her husband William III| They were offered the crown by the opposition to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Magdalene",1,1,1 ], "a woman of Magdala in Galilee whom Jesus cured of evil spirits (Luke 8:2) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Magdalene",1,1,1 ], "tradition she is usually taken to have been a prostitute" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Magdalene",1,1,1 ], "who is often identified with the sinful woman of Luke 736-50| In Christian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Queen of Scots",1,1,1 ], "commonly regarded as Darnley's murderer| She was forced to abdicate in favour of her" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Queen of Scots",1,1,1 ], "family name Stuart| 1542-87, queen of Scotland (1542-67); daughter of James V" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Queen of Scots",1,1,1 ], "her cousin Lord Darnley (1565-67), and the Earl of Bothwell (1567-71), who was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Queen of Scots",1,1,1 ], "of Scotland and Mary of Guise| She was married to Francis II of France (1558-60)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Queen of Scots",1,1,1 ], "son (later James VI of Scotland) and fled to England| Imprisoned by Elizabeth I" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mary Queen of Scots",1,1,1 ], "until 1587, she was beheaded for plotting against the English crown" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mary",1,1,1,1 ], "and borne him while still a virgin; she was married to Joseph (Matthew 1:18-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mary",1,1,1,1 ], "the mother of Jesus, believed to have conceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary",1,1,1,2 ], "the sister of Martha and Lazarus (Luke 10:38-42; John 11:1-2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary",1,1,2 ], "marriage to George V of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mary",1,1,2 ], "original name Princess Mary of Teck| 1867-1953, queen of England (1910-36) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mary",1,1,3 ], "an Aboriginal woman or girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maryland",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Annapolis| Pop|: 3,922,399 (1970)| Area: 31,864 sq| km (12,303 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maryland",1,1,1 ], "a state of the eastern U|S|, on the Atlantic: divided into two unequal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maryland",1,1,1 ], "by Chesapeake Bay: mostly low-lying, with the Alleghenies in the northwest|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mar|",1,1,1 ], "March" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masaccio",1,1,1 ], "Florence" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Masaccio",1,1,1 ], "apply to painting the laws of perspective discovered by Brunelleschi| His chief work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masaccio",1,1,1 ], "is the frescoes in the Brancacci chapel in the church of Sta| Maria del Carmine," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Masaccio",1,1,1 ], "original name Tommaso Guidi| 1401-28, Florentine painter| He was the first to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masai",1,1,1 ], "Kenya and Tanzania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masai",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Nilotic people, formerly noted as warriors, living chiefly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masai",1,1,2 ], "Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masai",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Nilotic group of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masan",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE South Korea, on an inlet of the Korea Strait: first opened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masan",1,1,1 ], "foreign trade in 1899| Pop|: 190,992 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masaryk",1,1,1 ], "Jan (jan)| 1886-1948, Czech statesman; foreign minister (1941-48)| He died in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masaryk",1,1,1 ], "mysterious circumstances after the Communists took control of the government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masaryk",1,1,2 ], "founder of Czechoslovakia (1918) and its first president (1918-35)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masaryk",1,1,2 ], "his father, Tomavs Garrigue | 1850-1937, Czech philosopher and statesman; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masbate",1,1,1 ], "agricultural, with resources of gold, copper, and manganese| Pop|: 492,908 (1970)| Area: 4045" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masbate",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Philippines, between Negros and SE Luzon:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masbate",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1562 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Masbate",1,1,2 ], "the capital of this island, a port in the northeast| Pop|: 45,591 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mascagni" ,1, 1, 1],"1863-1945, Italian composer of operas, including",1). c_DEF([ "Mascarene Islands",1,1,1 ], "Mascareignes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mascarene Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands in the W Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mascarene Islands",1,1,1 ], "consists of the islands of Reunion, Mauritius, and Rodrigues| French name: Iles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masefield",1,1,1 ], "1878-1967, English poet, novelist, and critic; poet laureate (1930-67)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maseru",1,1,1 ], "established as capital of Basutoland in 1869| Pop|: 16,312 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maseru",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Lesotho, in the northwest near the W border with South Africa;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masharbrum",1,1,1 ], "Height: 7822 m (25,660 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masharbrum",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N India, in N Kashmir in the Karakoram Range of the Himalayas|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mashhad",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 592,000 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mashhad",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Iran: the holy city of Shi'ite Muslims; carpet manufacturing|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mashona",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Shona ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masinissa",1,1,1 ], "238-149 b|c|, king of Numidia (??210-149), who fought as an ally of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masinissa",1,1,1 ], "against Carthage in the Second Punic War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mason",1,1,1 ], "short for Freemason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mason-Dixon Line",1,1,1 ], "American Civil War" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mason-Dixon Line",1,1,1 ], "and 1767 by Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon; popularly regarded as the dividing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mason-Dixon Line",1,1,1 ], "line between North and South, esp| between the free and the slave states before the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mason-Dixon Line",1,1,1 ], "the state boundary between Maryland and Pennsylvania: surveyed between 1763" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masora",1,1,1 ], "6th to the 10th centuries a|d|, with critical notes and commentary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masora",1,1,1 ], "the text of the Hebrew Bible as officially revised by the Masoretes from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masora",1,1,2 ], "the collection of these notes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masorete",1,1,1 ], "a member of the school of rabbis that produced the Masora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masorete",1,1,2 ], "a Hebrew scholar who is expert in the Masora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masoretic",1,1,1 ], "criticism and explanation evolved by them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masoretic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Masora, the Masoretes, or the system of textual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masqat",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic name for Muscat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mass",1,1,1 ], "(in the Roman Catholic Church and certain Protestant Churches) the celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mass",1,1,1 ], "of the Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mass",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of those parts of the Eucharistic service sung by choir or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mass",1,1,2 ], "congregation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massa",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Italy, in NW Tuscany| Pop|: 62,922 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massachuset",1,1,1 ], "Massachusetts Bay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massachuset",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massachuset",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massachusetts Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic on the E coast of Massachusetts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massachusetts",1,1,1 ], "20,269 sq| km (7826 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Massachusetts",1,1,1 ], "English colonial policy during the War of American Independence; consists of a coastal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massachusetts",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|, on the Atlantic: a centre of resistance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massachusetts",1,1,1 ], "plain rising to mountains in the west| Capital: Boston| Pop|: 5,689,170 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Massacre of the Innocents",1,1,1 ], "in an attempt to destroy Jesus (Matthew 2:16-18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massacre of the Innocents",1,1,1 ], "the slaughter of all the young male children of Bethlehem at Herod's command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massasoit",1,1,1 ], "Fathers (1621)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massasoit",1,1,1 ], "died 1661, Wampanoag Indian chief, who negotiated peace with the Pilgrim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massawa",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Ethiopia, on the Red Sea: capital of the Italian colony of Eritrea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massawa",1,1,1 ], "from 1885 until 1900| Pop|: 19,820 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massenet" ,1, 1, 1],"1842-1912, French composer of operas, including",1). c_DEF([ "Massenet" ,1, 1, 2],"Werther (1892), and Thais (1894)",1). c_DEF([ "Massey" ,1, 1, 1],"(1952-59)",2). c_DEF([ "Massey" ,1, 1, 1],"1887-1967, Canadian statesman; first Canadian governor general of Canada",1). c_DEF([ "Massey" ,1, 1, 2],"William Ferguson",1). c_DEF([ "Massey" ,1, 1, 3],"1856-1925, New Zealand statesman, born in Ireland: prime minister of New",1). c_DEF([ "Massey" ,1, 1, 3],"Zealand (1912-25)",2). c_DEF([ "Massif Central",1,1,1 ], "(33,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Massif Central",1,1,1 ], "(4806 ft|)| Highest point: Puy de Sancy, 1886 m (6188 ft|)| Area: about 85,000 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Massif Central",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous plateau region of S central France, occupying about one sixth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massif Central",1,1,1 ], "the country: contains several extinct volcanic cones, notably Puy de Dome, 1465 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massine",1,1,1 ], "born 1896, U|S| ballet dancer and choreographer, born in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massinger",1,1,1 ], "1583-1640, English dramatist, noted esp| for his comedy A New Way to pay Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massinger",1,1,1 ], "Debts (1633)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Massinissa",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Masinissa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massna",1,1,1 ], "Prince d'Essling| 1758-1817, French marshal under Napoleon I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Massorete",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Masorete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mass|",1,1,1 ], "Massachusetts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master of Arts",1,1,1 ], "a degree, usually postgraduate and in a nonscientific subject, or the holder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master of Arts",1,1,1 ], "of this degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Master of Science",1,1,1 ], "a postgraduate degree in science, or the holder of this degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master of the Horse",1,1,1 ], "(in England) the third official of the royal household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master of the Queen's Music",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain when the sovereign is female) a court post dating from the reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master of the Queen's Music",1,1,1 ], "composer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Master of the Queen's Music",1,1,1 ], "of Charles I| It is an honorary title and normally held by an established English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Master of the Rolls",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a judge of the court of appeal: the senior civil judge in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master of the Rolls",1,1,1 ], "country and the Keeper of the Records at the Public Record Office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Master",1,1,1 ], "a title of address placed before the first name or surname of a boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master",1,1,2 ], "a respectful term of address, esp| as used by disciples when addressing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Master",1,1,2 ], "referring to a religious teacher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Master",1,1,3 ], "an archaic equivalent of Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Masuria",1,1,1 ], "Lakes, scene of Russian defeats by the Germans (1914, 1915) during World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Masuria",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE Poland: until 1945 part of East Prussia: includes the Masurian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mata Hari",1,1,1 ], "original name Margarete Gertrud Zelle| 1876-1917, Dutch dancer in France, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mata Hari",1,1,1 ], "was executed as a German spy in World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matabele",1,1,1 ], "a member of a formerly warlike Negroid people of southern Africa, now living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matabele",1,1,1 ], "in Rhodesia: driven out of the Transvaal by the Boers in 1837" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matabele",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matabele",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matabeleland",1,1,1 ], "a region of W Rhodesia, between the Rivers Limpopo and Zambezi: rich gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matabeleland",1,1,1 ], "deposits| Chief town: Bulawayo| Area: 181,605 sq| km (70,118 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matadi",1,1,1 ], "143,598 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matadi",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Zaire, in the west at the mouth of the River Congo| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matamoros",1,1,1 ], "U|S|-Mexican War; centre of a cotton-growing area| Pop|: 172,195 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matamoros",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Mexico, on the Rio Grande: scene of bitter fighting during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matanzas",1,1,1 ], "a port in W central Cuba: founded in 1693 and developed into the second city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matanzas",1,1,1 ], "of Cuba in the mid-19th century; exports chiefly sugar| Pop|: 85,400 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matapan",1,1,1 ], "a cape in S Greece, at the S central tip of the Peloponnese: the southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matapan",1,1,1 ], "point of the mainland of Greece| Modern Greek name: Tainaron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mathura",1,1,1 ], "Muttra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mathura",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in W Uttar Pradesh on the Jumna River: a place of Hindu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mathura",1,1,1 ], "pilgrimage, revered as the birthplace of Krishna| Pop|: 132,028 (1971)| Former name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matilda",1,1,1 ], "a bushman's swag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matilda",1,1,2 ], "walk or waltz Matilda| to travel the road carrying one's swag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matilda",2,1,1 ], "called the Empress Maud| 1102-67, only daughter of Henry I of England and wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matilda",2,1,1 ], "civil war with Stephen for the English throne; her son succeeded as Henry II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Matilda",2,1,1 ], "of Geoffrey of Anjou| After her father's death (1135) she unsuccessfully waged a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matisse",1,1,1 ], "1869-1954, French painter and sculptor leader of Fauvism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matlock",1,1,1 ], "Derbyshire: mineral springs| Pop|: 19,575 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matlock",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, on the River Derwent, administrative centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mato Grosso",1,1,1 ], "Plata river systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mato Grosso",1,1,1 ], "a high plateau of SW Brazil: forms the watershed separating the Amazon and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mato Grosso",1,1,2 ], "1,597,090 (1970)| Area: 1,231,549 sq| km (480,304 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mato Grosso",1,1,2 ], "Amazon basin to the north; valuable mineral resources| Capital: Cuiaba| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mato Grosso",1,1,2 ], "a state of W central Brazil: mostly on the Mato Grosso Plateau, with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matopo Hills",1,1,1 ], "buried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matopo Hills",1,1,1 ], "the granite hills south of Bulawayo, Rhodesia, where Cecil Rhodes chose to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matozinhos",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Portugal, on the estuary of the Leca River north of Oporto:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matozinhos",1,1,1 ], "fishing industry| Pop|: 90,554 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matsu",1,1,1 ], "an island group in Formosa Strait, off the SE coast of mainland China: belongs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matsu",1,1,1 ], "to Taiwan| Pop|: 17,061 (1971)| Area: 44 sq| km (17 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matsuyama",1,1,1 ], "University (1949)| Pop|: 364,645 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matsuyama",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on NW Shikoku: textile and chemical industries; Ehime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matterhorn",1,1,1 ], "Height: 4477 m (14,688 ft|)| French name: Mont Cervin|Italian name: Monte Cervino " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matterhorn",1,1,1 ], "a mountain on the border between Italy and Switzerland, in the Pennine Alps|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matthew Walker",1,1,1 ], "a knot made at the end of a rope by unlaying the strands and passing them up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matthew Walker",1,1,1 ], "through the loops formed in the next two strands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matthew",1,1,1 ], "(Matthew 9:9-13; 10:3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matthew",1,1,1 ], "a tax collector of Capernaum called by Christ to be one of the 12 apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matthew",1,1,2 ], "the first Gospel, traditionally ascribed to Matthew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matthews",1,1,1 ], "Sir Stanley| born 1915, English footballer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matthias",1,1,1 ], "1:15-26)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Matthias",1,1,1 ], "the disciple chosen by lot to replace Judas as one of the 12 apostles (Acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matto Grosso",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Mato Grosso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Matt|",1,1,1 ], "Matthew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mau Mau",1,1,1 ], "a secret political society consisting chiefly of Kikuyu tribesmen that was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mau Mau",1,1,1 ], "founded in 1952 to drive European settlers from Kenya by acts of terrorism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mau Mau",1,1,2 ], "a Ugandan motorcycle policeman who directs traffic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maubeuge",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maubeuge",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in N France, near the border with Belgium| Pop|: 35,474" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maugham",1,1,1 ], "Bondage (1915) and Cakes and Ale (1930), short stories, and comedies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maugham",1,1,1 ], "Somerset| 1874-1965, English writer| His works include the novels Of Human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maui",1,1,1 ], "Islands| Pop|: 38,691 (1970)| Area: 1885 sq| km (728 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maui",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in S central Hawaii: the second largest of the Hawaiian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maulana",1,1,1 ], "(in Pakistan, India, etc|) a title used for a scholar of Persian and Arabic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maulmain",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Moulmein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mauna Kea",1,1,1 ], "an extinct volcano in Hawaii, on N central Hawaii Island: the highest island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mauna Kea",1,1,1 ], "mountain in the world| Height: 4206 m (13,796 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mauna Loa",1,1,1 ], "(13,680 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mauna Loa",1,1,1 ], "an active volcano in Hawaii, on S central Hawaii Island| Height: 4171 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maundy Thursday",1,1,1 ], "the Thursday before Easter observed as a commemoration of the Last Supper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maundy money",1,1,1 ], "Thursday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maundy money",1,1,1 ], "specially minted coins given by the British sovereign to poor people on Maundy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maupassant",1,1,1 ], "(1883)|His novels include Bel Ami (1885) and Pierre et Jean (1888)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maupassant",1,1,1 ], "(Henri Ren'e Albert)Guy de| 1850-93, French writer, noted esp| for his short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maupassant",1,1,1 ], "stories, such as Boule de suif (1880), La Maison Tellier (1881), and Mademoiselle Fifi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maupertuis",1,1,1 ], "(or Maupertuis principle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maupertuis",1,1,1 ], "1698-1759, French mathematician, who originated the principle of least action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mauretania",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of N Africa, corresponding approximately to the N parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mauretania",1,1,1 ], "modern Algeria and Morocco" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mauriac" ,1, 1, 1],"1885-1970, French novelist, noted esp| for his psychological studies of the",1). c_DEF([ "Mauriac" ,1, 1, 1],"conflict between religious belief and human desire| His works include",2). c_DEF([ "Mauriac" ,1, 1, 2],"esert de l",1). c_DEF([ "Mauriac" ,1, 1, 3],"Th''er`ese Desqueyroux (1927), and Le Noeud de vip`eres (1932): Nobel prize",1). c_DEF([ "Mauriac" ,1, 1, 3],"for literature 1952|",2). c_DEF([ "Maurice",1,1,1 ], "1521-53, duke of Saxony (1541-53) and elector of Saxony (1547-53)| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maurice",1,1,1 ], "instrumental in gaining recognition of Protestantism in Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maurice",1,1,2 ], "Netherlands in their struggle for independence from Spain (achieved by 1609)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maurice",1,1,2 ], "known as Maurice of Nassau| 1567-1625, prince of Orange and count of Nassau;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maurice",1,1,2 ], "the son of William the Silent, after whose death he led the United Provinces of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maurice",1,1,3 ], "Christian socialism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maurice",1,1,3 ], "Frederick Denison| 1805-72, English Anglican theologian and pioneer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maurist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a congregation of French Benedictine monks founded in 1621 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maurist",1,1,1 ], "noted for its scholarly work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritania",1,1,1 ], "Area: 1,085,805 sq| km (419,232 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritania",1,1,1 ], "Religion: Muslim| Currency: franc| Capital: Nouakchott| Pop|: 1,200,000 (1971 UN est|)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritania",1,1,1 ], "Sahara; contains rich resources of iron ore| Official languages: Arabic and French|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritania",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NW Africa, on the Atlantic: established as a French protectorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritania",1,1,1 ], "in 1903 and a colony in 1920; gained full independence in 1960; lies mostly in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritius",1,1,1 ], "1715 and the British in 1810; became an independent member of the Commonwealth in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritius",1,1,1 ], "1968| It is economically dependent on sugar| Official language: English; a French" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritius",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Port Louis| Pop|: 851,335 (1972)| Area: 1865 sq| km (720 sq| miles)| Former" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritius",1,1,1 ], "an island and state in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar: originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritius",1,1,1 ], "creole is widely spoken| Religion: mostly Hindu and Christian| Currency: rupee|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritius",1,1,1 ], "name (1715-1810): Ile-de-France" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Mauritius",1,1,1 ], "uninhabited, it was settled by the Dutch (1638-1710) then abandoned; taken by the French in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maurois",1,1,1 ], "biographies, such as those of Shelley, Byron, and Proust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maurois",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Emile Herzog| 1885-1967, French writer, best known for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maury",1,1,1 ], "1806-73, U|S| pioneer hydrographer and oceanographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maurya",1,1,1 ], "a dynasty that united most of the Indian subcontinent and presided over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maurya",1,1,1 ], "great flowering of Indian civilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mauser",1,1,1 ], "a high-velocity magazine rifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mauser",1,1,2 ], "a type of automatic pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mawson",1,1,1 ], "Sir Douglas| 1882-1958, Australian Antarctic explorer, born in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maxim gun",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete water-cooled machine gun having a single barrel and utilizing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maxim gun",1,1,1 ], "recoil force of each shot to maintain automatic fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maxim",1,1,1 ], "Sir Hiram Stevens| 1840-1916, English inventor of the first automatic machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maxim",1,1,1 ], "gun (1884), born in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maximalist",1,1,1 ], "(in early 20th-century Russia) a member of the radical faction of Social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maximalist",1,1,1 ], "Revolutionaries that supported terrorism against the tsarist regime and advocated a short" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maximalist",1,1,1 ], "period of postrevolutionary working-class dictatorship" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maximalist",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for a Bolshevik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maximilian I",1,1,1 ], "1459-1519, king of Germany (1486-1519) and Holy Roman Emperor (1493-1519)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maximilian",1,1,1 ], "emperor of Mexico (1864-67)| After the French had partially conquered Mexico, he was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maximilian",1,1,1 ], "full name Ferdinand Maximilian Joseph| 1832-67, archduke of Austria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maximilian",1,1,1 ], "offered the throne but was defeated and shot by the Mexicans under Juarez" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maxwell",1,1,1 ], "1831-79, Scottish physicist| He made major contributions to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maxwell",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic theory, developing the equations (Maxwell equations) upon which classical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maxwell",1,1,1 ], "theory is based| He also contributed to the kinetic theory of gases, and colour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maxwell",1,1,1 ], "vision" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "May Day",1,1,1,1 ], "some countries now observed as a holiday in honour of workers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "May Day",1,1,1,1 ], "the first day of May, traditionally a celebration of the coming of spring: in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "May Day",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "May apple",1,1,1 ], "an American plant, Podophyllum peltatum, with edible yellowish egg-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "May apple",1,1,1 ], "fruit: family Podophyllaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "May apple",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "May beetle",1,1,1 ], "another name for cockchafer and June bug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "May blobs",1,1,1 ], "another name for marsh marigold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "May queen",1,1,1 ], "a girl chosen, esp| for her beauty, to preside over May-Day celebrations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "May",1,1,1 ], "the fifth month of the year, consisting of 31 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maya",1,1,1 ], "the Hindu goddess of illusion, the personification of the power of maya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maya",2,1,1 ], "a member of an American Indian people of Yucatan, Belize, and N Guatemala," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maya",2,1,1 ], "architecture, astronomy, chronology, painting, and pottery" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Maya",2,1,1 ], "having an ancient culture once characterized by outstanding achievements in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Maya",2,1,2 ], "the language of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayag",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Puerto Rico; needlework industry| Pop|: 68,872 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayakovski" ,1, 1, 1],"1893-1930, Russian Futurist poet and dramatist|His poems include",1). c_DEF([ "Mayakovski" ,1, 1, 2],"Tragedy (1913) and The Bedbug (1929)",2). c_DEF([ "Mayakovski" ,1, 1, 2],"and At the Top of my Voice (1930); his plays include Vladimir Mayakovsky!-a",1). c_DEF([ "Mayan",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Maya or any of their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayan",1,2,1 ], "a family of Central American Indian languages including Maya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayan",1,2,2 ], "another name for a Maya'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayday",1,1,1 ], "the international radiotelephone distress signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayence",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Mainz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayenne",1,1,1 ], "268,108 (1975)| Area: 5212 sq| km (2033 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mayenne",1,1,1 ], "a department of NW France, in Pays de la Loire region| Capital: Laval| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayer",1,1,1 ], "1814-78, German physicist, who stated the law of conservation of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayer",1,1,1 ], "independently of Joule (1842)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mayfair",1,1,1 ], "a fashionable district of west central London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayflower",1,1,1 ], "1620" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mayflower",1,1,1 ], "the ship in which the Pilgrim Fathers sailed from Plymouth to Massachusetts in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Maying",1,1,1 ], "the traditional celebration of May Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayo",1,1,1 ], "Area: 5397 sq| km (2084 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mayo",1,1,1 ], "a county of NW Ireland, in NW Connacht province, on the Atlantic: has many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayo",1,1,1 ], "offshore islands and several large lakes| County town: Castlebar| Pop|: 109,525 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mayon",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in the Philippines, on SE Luzon: Height: 2435 m (7989 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mayotte",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 31,930 (1966)| Area: 374 sq| km (146 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mayotte",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, northwest of Madagascar| Chief town: Dzaoudzi|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mazarin",1,1,1 ], "Italy| He succeeded Richelieu (1642) as chief minister to Louis XIII and under the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mazarin",1,1,1 ], "he strengthened the power of France in Europe" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mazarin",1,1,1 ], "original name Giulio Mazarini| 1602-61, French cardinal and statesman, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mazarin",1,1,1 ], "regency of Anne of Austria (1643-61)| Despite the disturbances of the Fronde (1648-53)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mazatl",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Mexico, in S Sinaloa on the Pacific: situated opposite the tip of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mazatl",1,1,1 ], "mainland| Pop|: 154,140 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mazatl",1,1,1 ], "the peninsula of Lower California, for which it is the chief link with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mazdaism",1,1,1 ], "another word for Zoroastrianism| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mazzini",1,1,1 ], "1805-72, Italian nationalist|In 1831, in exile, he established the Young Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mazzini",1,1,1 ], "association in Marseille, which sought to unite Italy as a republic|In 1849 he was one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mazzini",1,1,1 ], "the triumvirate that ruled the short-lived Roman republic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mbabane",1,1,1 ], "centre, with a large iron mine nearby| Pop|: 20,800 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mbabane",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Swaziland, in the northwest: administrative and financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mbauer effect",1,1,1 ], "emits a gamma ray without any recoil to the atom| The study of the emitted gamma rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mbauer effect",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mbauer effect",1,1,1 ], "is used to determine the energy levels in a nucleus, the structure of molecules," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mbauer effect",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon in which an atomic nucleus in a crystal of certain substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mbius strip",1,1,1 ], "a one-sided continuous surface, formed by twisting a long narrow rectangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mbius strip",1,1,1 ], "strip of material through 180 degrees and joining the ends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mbujimayi",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Zaire: diamond mining| Pop|: 336,654 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mc-",1,1,1 ], "variant of Mac-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McBride",1,1,1 ], "(1962-75) and the British Lions (1962-74)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McBride",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, Irish Rugby Union footballer| A forward, he played for Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthy",1,1,1 ], "Eugene Joseph| born 1916, U|S| senator, a leader of the movement against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthy",1,1,1 ], "Vietnam war and a contender for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1968" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthy",1,1,2 ], "Joseph R1908-57, U|S| Republican senator, who led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthy",1,1,3 ], "(1950-54) the notorious investigations of alleged Communist infiltration into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthy",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthy",1,1,4 ], "Mary born 1912, U|S| novelist and critic; her works include The Group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthy",1,1,5 ], "(1963)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthyism",1,1,1 ], "leanings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthyism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of making unsubstantiated accusations of disloyalty or Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCarthyism",1,1,2 ], "the use of unsupported accusations for any purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCartney",1,1,1 ], "born 1942, English rock musician and songwriter: bass guitarist and vocalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCartney",1,1,1 ], "with the Beatles (1962-70); subsequently formed his own band, Wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McCormack",1,1,1 ], "1884-1945, U|S| tenor, born in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCormick",1,1,1 ], "1809-84, U|S| inventor of the reaping machine (1831)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCoy",1,1,1 ], "the genuine person or thing (esp| in the phrase the real McCoy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McCullers",1,1,1 ], "(1940)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McCullers",1,1,1 ], "1917-67, U|S| writer, whose novels include The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McDiarmid",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Christopher Murray Grieve| 1892-1978, Scottish poet; a founder of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McDiarmid",1,1,1 ], "the Scottish Nationalist Party| His Collected Poems were published in 1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McGonagall",1,1,1 ], "1830-1902, Scottish writer of doggerel, noted for its bathos, repetitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McGonagall",1,1,1 ], "rhymes, poor scansion, and ludicrous effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McKinley",1,1,1 ], "America| Height: 6194 m (20,320 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McKinley",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S central Alaska, in the Alaska Range: the highest peak in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McKinley",2,1,1 ], "1843-1901, 25th president of the U|S| (1897-1901)| His administration was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McKinley",2,1,1 ], "assassinated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "McKinley",2,1,1 ], "marked by the highest tariffs in American history and by expansionist policies| He was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McLuhan",1,1,1 ], "Marshall| born 1911, Canadian author of works analysing the mass media," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McLuhan",1,1,1 ], "including Understanding Media" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McLuhan",1,1,2 ], "(1964) and The Medium is the Message" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McLuhan",1,1,3 ], "(1967)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McMahon",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, Australian statesman; prime minister of Australia (1971-72)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McNaughten Rules",1,1,1 ], "(in English law) a set of rules established by the case of Regina v|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "McNaughten Rules",1,1,1 ], "McNaughten (1843) by which legal proof of insanity in the commission of a crime depends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "McNaughten Rules",1,1,1 ], "doing or that he is incapable of realizing that what he was doing was wrong" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "McNaughten Rules",1,1,1 ], "upon whether or not the accused can show either that he did not know what he was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "McQueen",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, U|S| film actor, noted for his portrayal of tough characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mchen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Munich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mchen-Gladbach",1,1,1 ], "Munchen-Gladbach" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mchen-Gladbach",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in W North Rhine-Westphalia: headquarters of NATO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mchen-Gladbach",1,1,1 ], "forces in N central Europe; textile industry| Pop|: 150,274 (1974 est|)| Former name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mchen-Gladbach",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Monchen-Gladbach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mcmurdo Sound",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Ross Sea in Antarctica, north of Victoria Land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mcon",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central France, in the Saone valley: a centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mcon",1,1,1 ], "wine-producing region of lower Burgundy| Pop|: 40,490 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mcon",1,1,2 ], "a red or white wine from the Macon area, heavier than the other burgundies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Md",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for mendelevium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mdoc",1,1,1 ], "a district of SW France, on the left bank of the Gironde estuary: famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mdoc",1,1,1 ], "vineyards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mdoc",1,1,2 ], "a fine red wine from this district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Md|",1,1,1 ], "Maryland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Me",1,1,1 ], "1883-1962, U|S| sculptor, born in Austria: his works include portraits of Sir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Me",1,1,1 ], "Thomas Beecham and Pope Pius XI" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Me",1,1,1 ], "chemical symbol for the methyl group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "MeV",1,1,1 ], "million electronvolts (10%6 electronvolts)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mead",1,1,1 ], "Colorado River: one of the largest man-made lakes in the world| Area: 588 sq| km (227" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mead",1,1,1 ], "a reservoir in NW Arizona and SE Nevada, formed by the Hoover Dam across the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mead",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mead",2,1,1 ], "1901-78, U|S| anthropologist| Her works include Coming of Age in Samoa (1928)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mead",2,1,1 ], "and Male and Female (1949)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meade",1,1,1 ], "1815-72, Union general in the American Civil War| He commanded the Army of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meade",1,1,1 ], "Potomac, defeating the Confederates at Gettysburg (1863)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meads",1,1,1 ], "All Blacks (1957-71)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meads",1,1,1 ], "born 1935, New Zealand Rugby Union footballer| A forward, he played for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meath",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 71,729 (1971)| Area: 2338 sq| km (903 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meath",1,1,1 ], "a county of E Ireland, in Leinster province on the Irish Sea: formerly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meath",1,1,1 ], "kingdom much larger than the present county; livestock farming| County town: Trim|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mecca",1,1,1 ], "Kaaba| Pop|: 185,000 (1965 est|)| Arabic name: Makkah" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mecca",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Saudi Arabia, joint capital (with Riyadh) of Saudi Arabia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mecca",1,1,1 ], "capital of Hejaz: birthplace of Mohammed; the holiest city of Islam, containing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mecca",1,1,2 ], "a place that attracts many visitors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meccano",1,1,1 ], "a construction set consisting of miniature metal or plastic parts from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meccano",1,1,1 ], "mechanical models can be made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mechelen",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 65,466 (1970)| French name: Malines|English name: Mechlin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mechelen",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Belgium, in Antwerp province: capital of the Netherlands from 1507" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mechelen",1,1,1 ], "to 1530; formerly famous for lace-making; now has an important vegetable market|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mechlin lace",1,1,1 ], "bobbin lace made at Mechlin, characterized by patterns outlined by a heavier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mechlin lace",1,1,1 ], "flat thread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mechlin",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Mechelen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mecklenburg",1,1,1 ], "1952 into the East German administrative districts of Rostock, Schwerin, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mecklenburg",1,1,1 ], "Neubrandenburg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mecklenburg",1,1,1 ], "a region and former state of NE Germany, along the Baltic coast: divided in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Med",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medal of Honor",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a military decoration awarded for gallantry in the name of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medal of Honor",1,1,1 ], "Congress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medan",1,1,1 ], "(1952) and the Indonesian Islam University (1952)| Pop|: 635,562 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medan",1,1,1 ], "a city in Indonesia, in NE Sumatra: seat of the University of North Sumatra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medawar",1,1,1 ], "Sir Peter Brian| born 1915, English zoologist, who shared the Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medawar",1,1,1 ], "medicine (1960) with Sir Macfarlane Burnet for work on immunology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mede",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Indo-European people of West Iranian speech who established an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mede",1,1,1 ], "empire in SW Asia in the 7th and 6th centuries b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medea",1,1,1 ], "a princess of Colchis, who assisted Jason in obtaining the Golden Fleece from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medea",1,1,1 ], "her father" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medell",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Colombia, at an altitude of 1554 m (5100 ft|): the second largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medell",1,1,1 ], "city in the country, with three universities; important coffee centre, with large" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medell",1,1,1 ], "textile mills| Pop|: 1,070,924 (1973)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Media",1,1,1 ], "Medes; overthrew the Assyrian Empire in 612 b|c| in alliance with Babylonia; conquered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Media",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country of SW Asia, south of the Caspian Sea: inhabited by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Media",1,1,1 ], "by Cyrus the Great in 550 b|c|; corresponds to present-day NW Iran" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Medicaid",1,1,1 ], "a health assistance programme financed by federal, state, and local taxes to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medicaid",1,1,1 ], "help pay hospital and medical costs for persons of low income" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medicare",1,1,1 ], "a federally sponsored health insurance programme for persons of 65 or older" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,1 ], "an Italian family of bankers, merchants, and rulers of Florence and Tuscany," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,1 ], "centuries, including" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,1 ], "prominent in Italian political and cultural history in the 15th, 16th, and 17th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,2 ], "Catherine de' (kat!ri:n de)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,3 ], "Cosimo I , called the Great| 1519-74, duke of Florence and first grand duke of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,3 ], "Tuscany (1569-74)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,4 ], "Cosimo de', called the Elder| 1389-1464, Italian banker, statesman, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,4 ], "patron of arts, who established the political power of the family in Florence (1434)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,5 ], "Giovanni de', (d#fo!vanni de)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,6 ], "Giulio de'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,7 ], "Lorenzo de'(lo!r$entso de), called the Magnificent| 1449-92, Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,7 ], "Michelangelo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,7 ], "statesman, poet, and scholar; ruler of Florence (1469-92) and first patron of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medici",1,1,8 ], "Maria de' (ma!ri$:a de)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medieval Greek",1,1,1 ], "Constantinople in 1204" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medieval Greek",1,1,1 ], "the Greek language from the 7th century a|d| to shortly after the sacking of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medieval Latin",1,1,1 ], "local forms incorporating Latinized words from other languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medieval Latin",1,1,1 ], "the Latin language as used throughout Europe in the Middle Ages| It had many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medina",1,1,1 ], "(1965 est|)| Arabic name: Al Madinah" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Medina",1,1,1 ], "Islam (after Mecca), with the tomb of Mohammed; university (1960)| Pop|: 100,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medina",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Saudi Arabia, in Hejaz province: the second most holy city of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean Sea",1,1,1 ], "Area: (excluding the Black Sea) 2,512,300 sq| km (970,000 sq| miles)| Ancient name:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean Sea",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic by the Strait of Gibraltar, with the Red Sea by the Suez Canal, and with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean Sea",1,1,1 ], "Black Sea by the Dardanelles, Sea of Marmara, and Bosporus; many ancient" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean Sea",1,1,1 ], "Mare Internum" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean Sea",1,1,1 ], "a large inland sea between S Europe, N Africa, and SW Asia: linked with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean Sea",1,1,1 ], "civilizations developed around its shores| Greatest depth: 4770 m (15,900 ft|)| Length: (west" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean Sea",1,1,1 ], "to east) over 3700 km (2300 miles)| Greatest width: about 1368 km (850 miles)|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for brucellosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,1,1 ], "short for the Mediterranean Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of a Mediterranean country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, situated or dwelling on or near the Mediterranean Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,2,2 ], "denoting a postulated subdivision of the Caucasoid race, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,2,2 ], "slender build and dark complexion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,2,3 ], "(of a climate) characterized by hot summers and relatively warm winters when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,2,3 ], "most of the annual rainfall occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mediterranean",1,2,4 ], "situated in the middle of a land mass; inland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medit|",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medusa",1,1,1 ], "Her appearance was so hideous that those who looked directly at her were turned to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medusa",1,1,1 ], "a mortal woman who was transformed by Athena into one of the three Gorgons|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Medusa",1,1,1 ], "stone| Perseus eventually slew her" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Medway",1,1,1 ], "Chatham, and Gillingham) to the Thames estuary| Length: 110 km (70 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Medway",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE England, flowing through Kent and the Medway towns (Rochester," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meerut",1,1,1 ], "Mutiny| Pop|: 270,993 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meerut",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N India, in W Uttar Pradesh: founded as a military base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meerut",1,1,1 ], "by the British in 1806 and scene of the first uprising (1857) of the Indian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Megaera",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Furies; the others are Alecto and Tisiphone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Megara",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central Greece: an ancient trading city, founding many colonies in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Megara",1,1,1 ], "the 7th and 8th centuries b|c|Pop|: 17,260 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Megger",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that generates a high voltage in order to test the resistance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Megger",1,1,1 ], "insulation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meghalaya",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,011,699 (1971)| Area: 22,445 sq| km (7800 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meghalaya",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE India, created in 1969 from part of Assam| Capital: Shillong|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Megiddo",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in N Palestine, strategically located on a route linking Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Megiddo",1,1,1 ], "rebel chieftains in 1469 or 1468 b|c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Megiddo",1,1,1 ], "to Mesopotamia: site of many battles, including an important Egyptian victory over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mehemet Ali",1,1,1 ], "1769-1849, Albanian commander in the service of Turkey| He was made viceroy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mehemet Ali",1,1,1 ], "1952" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mehemet Ali",1,1,1 ], "Egypt (1805) and its hereditary ruler (1841), founding a dynasty that ruled until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meiji",1,1,1 ], "process of Westernization, industrialization, and expansion in foreign affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meiji",1,1,1 ], "the reign of Emperor Mutsuhito (1867-1912), during which Japan began a rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meiji",1,1,2 ], "the throne name of Mutsuhito | 1852-1912, emperor of Japan (1867-1912)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meilhac" ,1, 1, 1],"1831-97, French dramatist, who collaborated with Halevy on opera libretti,",1). c_DEF([ "Meilhac" ,1, 1, 1],"esp| Offenbach's",2). c_DEF([ "Meilhac" ,1, 1, 2],"and La Vie parisienne (1867)",1). c_DEF([ "Meir",1,1,1 ], "1898-1978, Israeli statesman, born in Russia prime minister (1969-74)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meissen",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE East Germany, in Dresden district on the River Elbe: famous for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meissen",1,1,1 ], "its porcelain (Dresden china), begun here in 1710| Pop|: 44,111 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meistersinger",1,1,1 ], "a member of one of the various German guilds of workers or craftsmen organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meistersinger",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meistersinger",1,1,1 ], "to compose and perform poetry and music| These flourished in the 15th and 16th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meitner",1,1,1 ], "(1918), and they demonstrated with F| Strassmann the fission of uranium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meitner",1,1,1 ], "1878-1968, Austrian nuclear physicist|With Hahn, she discovered protactinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mekka",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Mecca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mekn",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Morocco, in the Middle Atlas Mountains: noted for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mekn",1,1,1 ], "making of carpets| Pop|: 248,369 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mekong",1,1,1 ], "(2500 miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mekong",1,1,1 ], "Thailand, then continues south across Cambodia and Vietnam to the South China Sea by an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mekong",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Asia, rising in SW China in Tsinghai province: flows southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mekong",1,1,1 ], "extensive delta, one of the greatest rice-growing areas in Asia| Length: about 4025 km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mekong",1,1,1 ], "forming the border between Laos and Burma, and part of the border between Laos and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melanchthon",1,1,1 ], "Augsburg Confession (1530) he stated the faith of the Lutheran churches| He also" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Melanchthon",1,1,1 ], "Communes (1521) was the first systematic presentation of Protestant theology and in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melanchthon",1,1,1 ], "original surname Schwarzerd| 1497-1560, German Protestant reformer| His Loci" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melanchthon",1,1,1 ], "reformed the German educational system" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesia",1,1,1 ], "Hebrides, the Bismarck Archipelago, and the Louisiade, Solomon, Santa Cruz, and Loyalty" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesia",1,1,1 ], "Islands, which all lie northeast of Australia" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesia",1,1,1 ], "Micronesia and Polynesia); the SW division of Oceania: includes Fiji, New Caledonia, New" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesia",1,1,1 ], "one of the three divisions of islands in the Pacific (the others being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Melanesia, its people, or their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Melanesia: generally Negroid with frizzy hair and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesian",1,2,1 ], "small stature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesian",1,2,2 ], "Malayo-Polynesian family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melanesian",1,2,2 ], "a group or branch of languages spoken in Melanesia, belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melanochroi",1,1,1 ], "a postulated subdivision of the Caucasoid race, characterized by dark hair and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melanochroi",1,1,1 ], "pale complexion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melba sauce",1,1,1 ], "a sweet sauce made from fresh raspberries and served with peach melba, fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melba sauce",1,1,1 ], "sundaes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melba toast",1,1,1 ], "very thin crisp toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melba",1,1,1 ], "Dame Nellie, stage name of Helen Porter Mitchell| 1861-1931, Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melba",1,1,1 ], "operatic soprano" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melba",1,1,2 ], "do a Melba| Austral slang| to make repeated farewell appearances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melbourne",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Australia, capital of Victoria, on Port Phillip Bay: the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melbourne",1,1,1 ], "largest city in the country; settled in 1835 and developed rapidly with the discovery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melbourne",1,1,1 ], "of rich goldfields in 1851; three universities| Pop|: 2,661,400 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Melbourne",2,1,1 ], "2nd Viscount| 1779-1848; Whig prime minister (1834; 1835-41)| He was the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melbourne",2,1,1 ], "political adviser to the young Queen Victoria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melchior",1,1,1 ], "(in Christian tradition) one of the Magi, the others being Balthazar and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melchior",1,1,1 ], "Caspar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melchior",1,1,2 ], "Lauritz | 1890-1973, U|S| operatic tenor, born in Denmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melchite",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Uniat Greek Catholic Church in Syria, Egypt, and Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melchite",1,2,1 ], "a member of this Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melchizedek",1,1,1 ], "as a prototype of the Christian priest (Hebrews 7)| Douay spelling: Melchisedech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melchizedek",1,1,1 ], "the priest-king of Salem who blessed Abraham (Genesis 14:18-19) and was taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meleager",1,1,1 ], "one of the Argonauts, slayer of the Calydonian boar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melilla",1,1,1 ], "founded by the Phoenicians; exports iron ore| Pop|: 79,056 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melilla",1,1,1 ], "the chief town of a Spanish enclave in Morocco, on the Mediterranean coast:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melitopol",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the SE Ukrainian SSR| Pop|: 152,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melitopol",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melos",1,1,1 ], "8613 (1971)| Area: 132 sq| km (51 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Milos" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Melos",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SW Aegean Sea, in the Cyclades: of volcanic origin, with hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melos",1,1,1 ], "springs; centre of early Aegean civilization, where the Venus de Milo was found| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melpomene",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of tragedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melville Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Arctic Ocean, north of Victoria Island: administratively part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melville Island",1,1,1 ], "of the Northwest Territories of Canada| Area: 41,865 sq| km (16,164 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melville Island",1,1,2 ], "an island in the Arafura Sea, off the N central coast of Australia, separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melville Island",1,1,2 ], "from the mainland by Clarence Strait| Area: 6216 sq| km (2400 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melville Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "Boothia and Foxe Basin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melville Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of N Canada, in the Northwest Territories, between the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Melville",1,1,1 ], "(1851) and Billy Budd (1924) are outstanding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Melville",1,1,1 ], "1819-91, U|S| novelist and short-story writer| Among his works, Moby Dick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Member of Parliament",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Member of Parliament",1,1,1 ], "a member of the House of Commons or similar legislative body, as in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Member",1,1,1 ], "short for Member of Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Member",1,1,2 ], "short for Member of Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Member",1,1,3 ], "a member of some other legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memel",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Klaipeda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memel",1,1,2 ], "the lower course of the Neman River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memling",1,1,1 ], "1430-94, Flemish painter of religious works and portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memnon",1,1,1 ], "a king of Ethiopia, son of Eos: slain by Achilles in the Trojan War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memnon",1,1,2 ], "a colossal statue of Amenhotep III at Thebes in ancient Egypt, which emitted a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memnon",1,1,2 ], "sound thought by the Greeks to be the voice of Memnon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Memorial Day",1,1,1 ], "a holiday in the United States, May 30th in most states, commemorating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memorial Day",1,1,1 ], "servicemen killed in all American wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Memphian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Memphis or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memphian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of ancient Memphis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memphis",1,1,1 ], "658,868 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Memphis",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Tennessee, on the Mississippi River: the largest city in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memphis",1,1,1 ], "state; a major cotton and timber market; Memphis State University (1909)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Memphis",1,1,2 ], "a ruined city in N Egypt, the ancient centre of Lower Egypt, on the Nile:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Memphis",1,1,2 ], "administrative and artistic centre, sacred to the worship of Ptah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Memphremagog",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 43 km (27 miles)| Width: up to 6 km (4 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Memphremagog",1,1,1 ], "a lake on the border between the U|S| and Canada, in N Vermont and S Quebec|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menado",1,1,1 ], "169,684 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menado",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Indonesia, on NE Sulawesi: founded by the Dutch in 1657| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menai Strait",1,1,1 ], "NW Wales: famous suspension bridge (1819-26) designed by Thomas Telford and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menai Strait",1,1,1 ], "a channel of the Irish Sea between the island of Anglesey and the mainland of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menai Strait",1,1,1 ], "km (2 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Menai Strait",1,1,1 ], "tubular bridge (1846-50) by Robert Stephenson| Length: 24 km (15 miles)| Width: up to 3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Menam",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Chao Phraya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menander",1,1,1 ], "342-292 b|c|, Greek comic dramatist| The Dyskolos is his only complete extant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menander",1,1,1 ], "comedy but others survive in adaptations by Terence and Plautus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mencius",1,1,1 ], "Chinese name Meng-tzu| 372-289 b|c|, Chinese philosopher, who propounded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mencius",1,1,1 ], "ethical system of Confucius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mencken" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Mencken" ,1, 1, 2],"(1924)",3). c_DEF([ "Mencken" ,1, 1, 2],"1880-1956, U|S| journalist and literary critic, noted for The American",1). c_DEF([ "Mencken" ,1, 1, 2],"Language (1919): editor of the Smart Set and the American Mercury, which he founded",2). c_DEF([ "Mend",1,1,1 ], "Indochina and granted independence to Tunisia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mend",1,1,1 ], "born 1907, French statesman prime minister (1954-55)|He concluded the war in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel",1,1,1 ], "1822-84, Austrian monk and botanist founder of the science of genetics|He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel",1,1,1 ], "developed his theory of organic inheritance from his experiments on the hybridization of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel",1,1,1 ], "green peas|His findings were published (1865) but remained unrecognized until 1900" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel's laws",1,1,1 ], "each character: the pairs separate during meiosis so that each gamete carries only" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel's laws",1,1,1 ], "of the units of each pair is not influenced by that of any other pair" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel's laws",1,1,1 ], "one unit of each pair| The Law of Independent Assortment states that the separation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel's laws",1,1,1 ], "states that every somatic cell of an individual carries a pair of hereditary units for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mendel's laws",1,1,1 ], "the principles of heredity proposed by Gregor Mendel| The Law of Segregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendeleyev",1,1,1 ], "1834-1907, Russian chemist|He devised the first form of the periodic table of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendeleyev",1,1,1 ], "the chemical elements (1869)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Mendel's laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelism",1,1,1 ], "light of more recent knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelism",1,1,1 ], "the science of heredity based on Mendel's laws with some modifications in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,1 ], "Felix , full name Jacob Ludwig Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy| 1809-47, German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,1 ], "Fingal's Cave (1832), five symphonies, the oratorio Elijah (1846), piano pieces and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,1 ], "century" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,1 ], "romantic composer| His works include the overtures A Midsummer Night's Dream (1826) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,1 ], "songs| He was instrumental in the revival of the music of J| S| Bach in the 19th" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,2 ], "his grandfather, Moses | 1729-86, German Jewish philosopher| His best-known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,2 ], "toleration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mendelssohn",1,1,2 ], "work is Jerusalem (1783), in which he defends Judaism and appeals for religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menderes",1,1,1 ], "386 km (240 miles)| Ancient name: Maeander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menderes",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Turkey flowing southwest, then west to the Aegean| Length: about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menderes",1,1,2 ], "104 km (65 miles)| Ancient name: Scamander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menderes",1,1,2 ], "a river in NW Turkey flowing west and northwest to the Dardanelles| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendips",1,1,1 ], "Gorge and numerous caves| Highest point: 325 m (1068 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mendips",1,1,1 ], "a range of limestone hills in SW England, in N Somerset: includes the Cheddar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendoza",1,1,1 ], "Paramillos: largely destroyed by an earthquake in 1861; commercial centre of an intensively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mendoza",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Argentina, in the foothills of the Sierra de los" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mendoza",1,1,1 ], "cultivated irrigated region; University of Cuyo (1939)| Pop|: 470,896 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mendoza",2,1,1 ], "died 1537, Spanish soldier and explorer founder of Buenos Aires (1536)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menelaus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Sparta and the brother of Agamemnon| He was the husband of Helen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menelaus",1,1,1 ], "whose abduction led to the Trojan War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menelik II",1,1,1 ], "(1896), maintaining the independence of Abyssinia in an era of European expansion in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menelik II",1,1,1 ], "1844-1913, emperor of Abyssinia (1889-1910)| He defeated the Italians at Aduwa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menelik II",1,1,1 ], "Africa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Menes",1,1,1 ], "the first king of the first dynasty of Egypt (??3100 b|c|)| He is said to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menes",1,1,1 ], "united Upper and Lower Egypt and founded Memphis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meng-tze",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese name of Mencius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mengelberg",1,1,1 ], "Willem | 1871-1951, Dutch orchestral conductor, noted for his performances of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mengelberg",1,1,1 ], "the music of Mahler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mengistu Haile Mariam",1,1,1 ], "born 1937, Ethiopian soldier and statesman; head of state since 1977" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mennonite",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Protestant sect that rejects infant baptism, Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mennonite",1,1,1 ], "organization, and the doctrine of transubstantiation and in most cases refuses military" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mennonite",1,1,1 ], "service, public office, and the taking of oaths" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Menomini",1,1,1 ], "Michigan and Lake Superior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menomini",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living between Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menomini",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menon",1,1,1 ], "1897-1974, Indian diplomat and politician, who was a close associate of Nehru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menon",1,1,1 ], "and played a key role in the Indian nationalist movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menorca",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Minorca ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menotti" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1911, Italian composer, in the U|S| from 1928|His works include the",1). c_DEF([ "Menotti" ,1, 1, 1],"operas",2). c_DEF([ "Menotti" ,1, 1, 2],"The Consul (1950), and The Saint of Bleecker Street (1954)",1). c_DEF([ "Mensa" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Hydrus and Volans and",1). c_DEF([ "Mensa" ,1, 2, 1],"containing part of the Large Magellanic Cloud",2). c_DEF([ "Menshevik",1,1,1 ], "a member of the moderate wing of the Russian Social Democratic Party," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menshevik",1,1,1 ], "advocating gradual reform to achieve socialism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menton",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in SE France, on the Mediterranean: belonged to Monaco from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menton",1,1,1 ], "in 1860| Pop|: 25,314 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Menton",1,1,1 ], "the 14th century until 1848, then an independent republic until purchased by France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mentor",1,1,1 ], "He was the adviser of the young Telemachus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mentor",1,1,1 ], "the friend whom Odysseus put in charge of his household when he left for Troy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menuhin",1,1,1 ], "born 1916, U|S| violinist, in England since 1959" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Menzies",1,1,1 ], "1949-66)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Menzies",1,1,1 ], "Sir Robert Gordon| 1894-1978, Australian statesman; prime minister (1939-41;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mephistopheles",1,1,1 ], "Faust legend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mephistopheles",1,1,1 ], "devil in medieval mythology and the one to whom Faust sold his soul in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merano",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| German name: Meran (me!ra$:n)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Merano",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in NE Italy, in the foothills of the central Alps: capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merano",1,1,1 ], "of the Tyrol (12th-15th century); under Austrian rule until 1919| Pop|: 33,235" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merca",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Somali Republic on the Indian Ocean| Pop|: 56,000 (1965 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercator projection",1,1,1 ], "an orthomorphic map projection on which parallels and meridians form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercator projection",1,1,1 ], "rectangular grid, scale being exaggerated with increasing distance from the equator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mercator",1,1,1 ], "Latinized name of Gerhard Kremer| 1512-94, Flemish cartographer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercator",1,1,1 ], "mathematician" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mercia",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom and earldom of central and S England during the Anglo-Saxon period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercia",1,1,1 ], "that reached its height under King Offa (757-96)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mercian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Mercia or the dialect spoken there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercian",1,2,1 ], "of the River Humber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mercian",1,2,1 ], "the dialect of Old and Middle English spoken in the Midlands of England south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercouri" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1923, Greek stage and film actress: her films include",1). c_DEF([ "Mercurochrome",1,1,1 ], "a solution of merbromin, used as tropical antibacterial agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercury",1,1,1 ], "the messenger of the gods| Greek counterpart: Hermes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mercury",2,1,1 ], "days; diameter and mass: 38 and 5|4 per cent that of earth respectively" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mercury",2,1,1 ], "million km; period of revolution around sun: 88 days; period of axial rotation: 59" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mercury",2,1,1 ], "the smallest planet and the nearest to the sun| Mean distance from sun: 57|9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meredith",1,1,1 ], "1828-1909, English novelist and poet| His works, notable for their social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meredith",1,1,1 ], "The Egoist (1879) and the long tragic poem Modern Love (1862)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meredith",1,1,1 ], "satire and analysis of character, include the novels Beauchamp's Career (1876) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mergui Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "Burma: mountainous and forested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mergui Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 200 islands in the Andaman Sea, off the Tenasserim coast of S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meri",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for the Maritsa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merima" ,1, 1, 1],"1803-70, French novelist, dramatist, and short-story writer, noted",1). c_DEF([ "Merima" ,1, 1, 1],"particularly for his short novels",2). c_DEF([ "Merima" ,1, 1, 2],"and Carmen (1845), on which Bizet's opera was based",1). c_DEF([ "Merionethshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of N Wales, now part of Gwynedd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merleau-Ponty",1,1,1 ], "1908-61, French phenomenological philosopher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merlin",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) a wizard and counsellor to King Arthur eternally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merlin",1,1,1 ], "imprisoned in a tree by a woman to whom he revealed his secret craft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meroe",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in N Sudan, on the Nile; capital of a kingdom that flourished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meroe",1,1,1 ], "from about 700 b|c| to about 350 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merovingian",1,1,1 ], "W Germany from about 500 to 751 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merovingian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a Frankish dynasty founded by Clovis I, which ruled Gaul and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merovingian",1,2,1 ], "a member or supporter of this dynasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merse",1,1,1 ], "Tweed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merse",1,1,1 ], "a fertile lowland area of SE Scotland, in the Borders region, north of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merseburg",1,1,1 ], "Saxe-Merseburg (1656-1738); chemical industry| Pop|: 55,225 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merseburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in S East Germany, on the Saale River: residence of the dukes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mersey sound",1,1,1 ], "the 1960s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mersey sound",1,1,1 ], "the characteristic pop music of the Beatles and other groups from Liverpool in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mersey",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 112 km (70 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mersey",1,1,1 ], "a river in W England, rising in N Derbyshire and flowing northwest and west to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mersey",1,1,1 ], "the Irish Sea through a large estuary on which is situated the port of Liverpool|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merseyside",1,1,1 ], "1,578,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 652 sq| km (252 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Merseyside",1,1,1 ], "Liverpool, St| Helens, Knowsley, and Wirral| Administrative centre: Liverpool| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merseyside",1,1,1 ], "a metropolitan county of NW England, comprising the districts of Sefton," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mersin",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Turkey, on the Mediterranean: oil refinery| Pop|: 152,236 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merthyr Tydfil",1,1,1 ], "55,215 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Merthyr Tydfil",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Wales, in Mid Glamorgan: situated on the S Wales coalfield| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Merton",1,1,1 ], "a borough in SW Greater London| Pop|: 169,400 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesa Verde",1,1,1 ], "a high plateau in SW Colorado: remains of numerous prehistoric cliff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesa Verde",1,1,1 ], "dwellings, inhabited by the Pueblo Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meshach",1,1,1 ], "3:12-30)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meshach",1,1,1 ], "one of Daniel's three companions who, together with Shadrach and Abednego," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meshach",1,1,1 ], "was miraculously saved from destruction in Nebuchadnezzar's fiery furnace (Daniel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meshed",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Mashhad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesolgion",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the modern Greek name for Missolonghi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesolithic",1,1,1 ], "12,000 to 3000 b|c|, characterized by the appearance of microliths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mesolithic",1,1,1 ], "the period between the Palaeolithic and the Neolithic, in Europe from about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesolithic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Mesolithic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesolonghi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Missolonghi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesopotamia",1,1,1 ], "Euphrates rivers: site of several ancient civilizations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mesopotamia",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW Asia between the lower and middle reaches of the Tigris and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mesozoic" ,1, 1, 1],"of the Cretaceous period",3). c_DEF([ "Mesozoic" ,1, 1, 1],"of, denoting, or relating to an era of geological time that began 225,000,000",1). c_DEF([ "Mesozoic" ,1, 1, 1],"years ago with the Triassic period and lasted about 155,000,000 years until the end",2). c_DEF([ "Mesozoic" ,1, 2, 1],"the| the Mesozoic era",1). c_DEF([ "Messalina",1,1,1 ], "and cruelty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Messalina",1,1,1 ], "died 48 a|d|, wife of the Roman emperor Claudius, notorious for her debauchery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messapian",1,1,1 ], "a scantily recorded language of an ancient people of Calabria (the Messapii)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messapian",1,1,1 ], "thought by some to be related to ancient Illyrian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Messeigneurs",1,1,1 ], "plural of Monseigneur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messene",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city in the SW Peloponnese: founded in 369 b|c| as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messene",1,1,1 ], "capital of Messenia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Messenia",1,1,1 ], "the southwestern area of the Peloponnese in S Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messiaen",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, French composer and organist|His music is distinguished by its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messiaen",1,1,1 ], "rhythmic intricacy and is influenced by Hindu and Greek rhythms and bird song" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Messiah",1,1,1 ], "the awaited king of the Jews, to be sent by God to free them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messiah",1,1,2 ], "Jesus Christ, when regarded in this role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messiah",1,1,3 ], "an exceptional liberator of a country or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messidor",1,1,1 ], "extending from June 20 to July 19" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Messidor",1,1,1 ], "the month of harvest: the tenth month of the French revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messina",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Messina",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Sicily, on the Strait of Messina: colonized by Greeks around 730" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Messina",1,1,1 ], "b|c|; under Spanish rule (1282-1676 and 1678-1713); university (1549)| Pop|: 261,332" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Messrs| ",1,1,1 ], "the plural of Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meta",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 1000 km (620 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meta",1,1,1 ], "a river in Colombia, rising in the Andes and flowing northeast and east," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meta",1,1,1 ], "forming part of the border between Colombia and Venezuela, to join the Orinoco River|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Metaphysical",1,1,1 ], "among them were Donne, Herbert, and Marvell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Metaphysical",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to certain 17th-century poets who combined intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Metaphysical",1,1,1 ], "feeling with ingenious thought and often used elaborate imagery and conceits| Notable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Metaphysical",1,2,1 ], "a poet of this group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Metchnikoff",1,1,1 ], "1845-1916, Russian bacteriologist in France|He formulated the theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Metchnikoff",1,1,1 ], "phagocytosis and shared the Nobel prize for medicine (1908)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Method",1,1,1,1 ], "a technique of acting based on the theories of Stanislavsky, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Method",1,1,1,1 ], "actor bases his role on the inner motivation of the character he plays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Method",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methodism",1,1,1 ], "his followers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Methodism",1,1,1 ], "the system and practices of the Methodist church, developed by John Wesley and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methodist",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the Nonconformist denominations that derive from the system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methodist",1,1,1 ], "of faith and practice initiated by John Wesley and his followers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Methodist",1,2,1 ], "also Methodistic or Methodistical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methodist",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Methodism or the Church embodying it(the Methodist Church)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methodius",1,1,1 ], "July 7" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Methodius",1,1,1 ], "a|d|, Greek Christian theologian sent as a missionary to the Moravians| Feast day:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Methodius",1,1,1 ], "with his younger brother Saint Cyril called the Apostles of the Slavs| 815-885" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methuselah",1,1,1 ], "a wine bottle holding the equivalent of eight normal bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methuselah",2,1,1 ], "a patriarch supposed to have lived 969 years (Genesis 5:21-27) who has come to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Methuselah",2,1,1 ], "be regarded as a type of longevity| Douay spelling: Mathusala" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meth|",1,1,1 ], "Methodist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Metonic cycle",1,1,1 ], "a cycle of 235 synodic months after which the phases of the moon recur on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Metonic cycle",1,1,1 ], "same day of the month" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Metternich",1,1,1 ], "1773-1859, Austrian statesman| He became foreign minister (1809) and made a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Metternich",1,1,1 ], "Europe" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Metternich",1,1,1 ], "foreign minister and chancellor of Austria and is noted for his defence of autocracy in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Metternich",1,1,1 ], "significant contribution to the Congress of Vienna (1815)|From 1821 to 1848 he was both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Metz",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE France on the River Moselle: a free imperial city in the 13th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Metz",1,1,1 ], "century; annexed by France in 1552; part of Germany (1871-1918); centre of the Lorraine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Metz",1,1,1 ], "iron-mining region| Pop|: 117,199 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meurthe-et-Moselle",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 5280 sq| km (2059 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meurthe-et-Moselle",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France, in Lorraine region| Capital: Nancy| Pop|: 741,437" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meuse",1,1,1 ], "World War I| Capital: Bar-le-Duc| Pop|: 214,398 (1975)| Area: 6241 sq| km (2434 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meuse",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Lorraine region: heavy fighting occurred here in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meuse",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meuse",1,1,2 ], "926 km (575 miles)| Dutch name: Maas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Meuse",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Europe, rising in NE France and flowing north across E Belgium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meuse",1,1,2 ], "and the S Netherlands to join the Waal River before entering the North Sea| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mewar",1,1,1 ], "another name for Udaipur ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexicali",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 331,059 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mexicali",1,1,1 ], "U|S| adjoining Calexico, California: centre of a rich irrigated agricultural region|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mexicali",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Mexico, capital of Baja California state, on the border with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexican War",1,1,1 ], "acquired the present-day Southwest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mexican War",1,1,1 ], "the war fought between the U|S| and Mexico (1846-48), through which the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexican hairless",1,1,1 ], "a breed of small hairless dog with mottled skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico City",1,1,1 ], "Mexico; the largest industrial complex in the country| Pop|: 3,025,564 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico City",1,1,1 ], "ft|): founded as the Aztec capital (Tenochtitl'an) in about 1300; conquered and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico City",1,1,1 ], "rebuilt by the Spanish in 1521; forms, with its suburbs, the federal district of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico City",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Mexico, on the central plateau at an altitude of 2240 m (7350" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,1 ], "Mexican history includes the Maya, Toltec, and Aztec civilizations; conquered by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,1 ], "Mexico City| Pop|: 48,225,238 (1970)| Area: 1,967,183 sq| km (761,530 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,1 ], "Official language: Spanish| Religion: chiefly Roman Catholic| Currency: peso| Capital:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,1 ], "Spanish between 1519 and 1525 and achieved independence in 1821; lost Texas to the U|S|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,1 ], "a republic in North America, on the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific: early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,1 ], "in 1836 and California and New Mexico in 1848| It is generally mountainous with" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,1 ], "three ranges of the Sierra Madre (east, west, and south) and a large central plateau|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,2 ], "Area: 21,460 sq| km (8287 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,2 ], "a state of Mexico, on the central plateau surrounding Mexico City, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,2 ], "not administratively part of the state| Capital: Toluca| Pop|: 3,833,185 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,3 ], "Channel| Area: about 160,000 sq| km (618,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,3 ], "Gulf of| an arm of the Atlantic, bordered by the U|S|, Cuba, and Mexico:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mexico",1,1,3 ], "linked with the Atlantic by the Florida Strait and with the Caribbean by the Yucatan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mex|",1,1,1 ], "Mexican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mex|",1,1,2 ], "Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meyerbeer",1,1,1 ], "real name Jakob Liebmann Beer| 1791-1864, German composer, esp| of operas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meyerbeer",1,1,1 ], "such as Robert le diable (1831) and Les Huguenots (1836)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Meyerhof",1,1,1 ], "1884-1951, German physiologist, noted for his work on the metabolism of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Meyerhof",1,1,1 ], "muscles|He shared the Nobel prize for medicine (1922)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Me|",1,1,1 ], "Maine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Me|",1,1,2 ], "Maitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mg",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for magnesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mgr|",1,1,1 ], "manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mgr|",1,1,2 ], "Monseigneur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mgr|",1,1,3 ], "Monsignor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mhausen",1,1,1 ], "an exaggerated story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mhausen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Mulhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mhausen",1,1,2 ], "a person who tells such a story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mhausen",1,2,1 ], "hospital treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mhausen",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a syndrome in which a patient feigns illness to obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mheim an der Ruhr",1,1,1 ], "Ruhr: river port| Pop|: 190,783 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mheim an der Ruhr",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miami Beach",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 87,072 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miami Beach",1,1,1 ], "a resort in SE Florida, on an island separated from Miami by Biscayne Bay|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miami",1,1,1 ], "1896, esp| with the Florida land boom of the 1920s; centre of an extensive tourist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miami",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in SE Florida, on Biscayne Bay: developed chiefly after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miami",1,1,1 ], "area| Pop|: 353,984 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Micah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the late 8th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micah",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his prophecies| Douay spelling: Micheas (ma$I!ki$:@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micawber",1,1,1 ], "a person who idles and trusts to fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michael",1,1,1 ], "one of the archangels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michaelmas daisy",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the genus Aster that have small autumn-blooming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michaelmas daisy",1,1,1 ], "purple, pink, or white flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michaelmas term",1,1,1 ], "educational establishments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michaelmas term",1,1,1 ], "the autumn term at Oxford and Cambridge Universities and some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michaelmas",1,1,1 ], "Sept| 29, the feast of St| Michael the archangel; in England, Ireland, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michaelmas",1,1,1 ], "Wales, one of the four quarter days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michelangelo",1,1,1 ], "(1508-12)| The Last Judgment (1533-41), also in the Sistine, includes a torturous vision" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Michelangelo",1,1,1 ], "Laurentian Library (1523-29) and of the dome of St| Peter's, Rome" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Michelangelo",1,1,1 ], "architect, and poet; one of the outstanding figures of the Renaissance| Among his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michelangelo",1,1,1 ], "creations are the sculptures of David (1504) and of Moses which was commissioned for the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Michelangelo",1,1,1 ], "full name Michelangelo Buonarroti| 1475-1564, Florentine sculptor, painter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michelangelo",1,1,1 ], "of Hell and a disguised self-portrait| His other works include the design of the" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Michelangelo",1,1,1 ], "tomb of Julius II, for whom he also painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Michelozzo",1,1,1 ], "Florence (1444-59)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Michelozzo",1,1,1 ], "full name Michelozzo di Bartolommeo| 1396-1472, Italian architect and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michelozzo",1,1,1 ], "sculptor| His most important design was the Palazzo Riccardo for the Medici family in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michelson",1,1,1 ], "1852-1931, U|S| physicist, born in Germany: noted for his part in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michelson",1,1,1 ], "Michelson-Morley experiment: Nobel prize for physics 1907" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michelson-Morley experiment",1,1,1 ], "an experiment first performed in 1887 by A| A| Michelson and E| W| Morley, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michelson-Morley experiment",1,1,1 ], "negative result was explained by the special theory of relativity" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Michelson-Morley experiment",1,1,1 ], "of light in directions parallel and perpendicular to the earth's motion| The" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Michelson-Morley experiment",1,1,1 ], "which an interferometer was used to attempt to detect a difference in the velocities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michigan",1,1,1 ], "8,875,083 (1970)| Area: 147,156 sq| km (56,817 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Michigan",1,1,1 ], "Superior, Huron, Michigan and Erie: generally low-lying| Capital: Lansing| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michigan",1,1,1 ], "a state of the N central U|S|, occupying two peninsulas between Lakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michigan",1,1,2 ], "Huron by the Straits of Mackinac| Area: 58,000 sq| km (22,400 sq| miles)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Michigan",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in the N central U|S| between Wisconsin and Michigan: the third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Michigan",1,1,2 ], "largest of the five Great Lakes and the only one wholly in the U|S|; linked with Lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michoac",1,1,1 ], "Morelia| Pop|: 2,324,226 (1970)| Area: 59,864 sq| km (23,114 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Michoac",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW Mexico, on the Pacific: rich mineral resources| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mich|",1,1,1 ], "Michaelmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mich|",1,1,2 ], "Michigan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mick",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for an Irishman or a Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mickey Finn",1,1,1,1 ], "a drink containing a drug to make the drinker unconscious, usually formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mickey Finn",1,1,1,1 ], "the combination of chloral hydrate and alcohol| It can be poisonous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mickey Finn",1,1,1,2 ], "the drug itself| Often shortened to Mickey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mickey Mouse",1,1,1 ], "(of music, esp| that of dance bands) mechanical or spiritless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mickey Mouse",1,1,2 ], "ineffective; petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mickiewicz" ,1, 1, 1],"1798-1855, Polish poet, whose epic",1). c_DEF([ "Mickiewicz" ,1, 1, 2],"is regarded as a masterpiece of Polish literature|",1). c_DEF([ "Micmac",1,1,1 ], "Provinces of Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Micmac",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living in the Maritime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micmac",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesia",1,1,1 ], "Marshall, and Gilbert island groups, and Nauru Island" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesia",1,1,1 ], "Melanesia and Polynesia); the NW division of Oceania: includes the Mariana, Caroline," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesia",1,1,1 ], "one of the three divisions of islands in the Pacific (the others being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Micronesia, its inhabitants, or their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesian",1,2,1 ], "a member of the people that inhabit Micronesia, more akin to the Polynesians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesian",1,2,1 ], "than the Melanesians, but having Mongoloid traces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesian",1,2,2 ], "a group of languages spoken in Micronesia, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Micronesian",1,2,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Microscopium" ,1, 2, 1],"Capricornus",2). c_DEF([ "Microscopium" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying near Sagittarius and",1). c_DEF([ "Mic|",1,2,1 ], "Micah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mid Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "(393 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mid Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "Monmouthshire| Administrative centre: Cardiff| Pop|: 540,400 (1976 est|)| Area: 100 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mid Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "a county in S Wales, formed in 1974 from parts of Breconshire, Glamorgan, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midas",1,1,1 ], "a king of Phrygia given the power by Dionysus of turning everything he touched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midas",1,1,1 ], "to gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Midas",1,1,2 ], "the Midas touch| ability to make money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middelburg",1,1,1 ], "Island: an important trading centre in the Middle Ages and member of the Hanseatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middelburg",1,1,1 ], "League; 12th-century abbey; market town| Pop|: 33,470 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Middelburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Netherlands, capital of Zeeland province, on Walcheren" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Ages" ,1, 1, 1],"European history",1). c_DEF([ "Middle Ages" ,1, 1, 2],"Constantinople in 1453)",3). c_DEF([ "Middle Ages" ,1, 1, 2],"W Roman emperor in 476 a|d|) to the Italian Renaissance (or the fall of",2). c_DEF([ "Middle Ages" ,1, 1, 2],"the period from the end of classical antiquity (or the deposition of the last",1). c_DEF([ "Middle Ages" ,1, 1, 3],"the period from about 1000 a|d",1). c_DEF([ "Middle Ages" ,1, 1, 4],"to the 15th century",1). c_DEF([ "Middle America",1,1,1 ], "Panama, and the Greater and Lesser Antilles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle America",1,1,1 ], "the territories between the U|S| and South America: Mexico, Central America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle America",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| middle class, esp| those groups that are politically conservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Atlantic States",1,1,1 ], "the states of New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Congo",1,1,1 ], "Africa: became an autonomous member of the French Community, as the Republic of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Congo",1,1,1 ], "Congo, in 1958" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Congo",1,1,1 ], "one of the four territories of former French Equatorial Africa, in W central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Dutch",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch language from about 1100 to about 1500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle East",1,1,1 ], "(loosely) the area around the E Mediterranean, esp| Israel and the Arab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle East",1,1,1 ], "countries from Turkey to North Africa and eastwards to Iran" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle East",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the area extending from the Tigris and Euphrates to Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle English",1,1,1 ], "Scottish Lallans and other modern dialects developed)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Middle English",1,1,1 ], "Southwestern (West Saxon), East Midland (which replaced West Saxon as the chief literary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle English",1,1,1 ], "form and developed into Modern English), West Midland, and Northern (from which" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Middle English",1,1,1 ], "the English language from about 1100 to about 1450: main dialects are Kentish," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Greek",1,1,1 ], "another name for Medieval Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle High German",1,1,1 ], "High German from about 1200 to about 1500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Irish",1,1,1 ], "Irish Gaelic from about 1100 to about 1500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "(??2040-??1670 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "a period of Egyptian history extending from the late 11th to the 13th dynasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Kingdom",1,1,1,1 ], "earth)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Kingdom",1,1,1,1 ], "the former Chinese empire (from the belief that it lay at the centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Kingdom",1,1,1,2 ], "the original 18 provinces of China; China proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Low German",1,1,1 ], "Low German from about 1200 to about 1500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to the Mousterian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "the period between the Lower and the Upper Palaeolithic, usually taken as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Palaeolithic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Persian",1,1,1 ], "the classical form of modern Persian, spoken from about 300 a|d| to about 900" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle States",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Middle Atlantic States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Temple",1,1,1 ], "(in England) one of the four legal societies in London which together form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middle Temple",1,1,1 ], "Inns of Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middle West",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Midwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middlesbrough",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NE England, on the Tees estuary, administrative centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middlesbrough",1,1,1 ], "of Cleveland| Pop|: 157,580 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middlesex",1,1,1 ], "1965" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Middlesex",1,1,1 ], "a former county of SE England: became mostly part of N and W Greater London in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middleton",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 53,419 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middleton",2,1,1 ], "1570-1627, English dramatist| His plays include the tragedies Women beware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Middleton",2,1,1 ], "Changeling (1622) and the political satire A Game at Chess (1624)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Middleton",2,1,1 ], "Women (1621) and, in collaboration with William Rowley (??1585-??1642), The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mideast",1,1,1 ], "another name for Middle East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midgard" ,1, 1, 1],"Midgarth , or Mithgarthr n| Norse myth",1). c_DEF([ "Midgard" ,1, 1, 2],"linked by the bridge Bifrost to Asgard, home of the gods",2). c_DEF([ "Midgard" ,1, 1, 2],"the dwelling place of mankind, formed from the body of the giant Ymir and",1). c_DEF([ "Midheaven",1,1,1 ], "of birth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Midheaven",1,1,1 ], "particular place at a particular time| On a person's birth chart it relates to the time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Midheaven",1,1,1 ], "the point on the ecliptic, measured in degrees, that crosses the meridian of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midheaven",1,1,2 ], "the sign of the zodiac containing this point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midi",1,1,1 ], "the south of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midi",1,1,2 ], "Atlantic coasts: built between 1666 and 1681| Length: 181 km (150 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Midi",1,1,2 ], "Canal du| a canal in S France, extending from the River Garonne at Toulouse to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midi",1,1,2 ], "the Mediterranean at Sete and providing a link between the Mediterranean and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Midi-Pyrn",1,1,1 ], "Massif Central in the north and east" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Midi-Pyrn",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW France: consists of N slopes of the Pyrenees in the south, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midi-Pyrn",1,1,1 ], "fertile lowland area in the west crossed by the River Garonne, and the edge of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Midian",1,1,1 ], "a son of Abraham (Genesis 25:1-2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midian",1,1,2 ], "a nomadic nation claiming descent from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midlands",1,1,1 ], "Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, the West Midlands metropolitan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Midlands",1,1,1 ], "county, and the E part of Hereford and Worcester: characterized by manufacturing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Midlands",1,1,1 ], "industries" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Midlands",1,1,1 ], "the central counties of England, including Warwickshire, Northamptonshire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midlothian",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SE central Scotland, now part of Lothian region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midsummer Day",1,1,1 ], "June 24, the feast of St| John the Baptist; in England, Ireland, and Wales," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midsummer Day",1,1,1 ], "one of the four quarter days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Midway Islands",1,1,1 ], "Honolulu: annexed by the U|S| in 1867| Pop|: 2200 (1970)| Area: 5 sq| km (2 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Midway Islands",1,1,1 ], "an atoll in the central Pacific, about 2100 km (1300 miles) northwest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midwest",1,1,1 ], "and Missouri valleys" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Midwest",1,1,1 ], "the N central part of the U|S|; the region consisting of the states from Ohio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Midwest",1,1,1 ], "westwards that border on the Great Lakes, often extended to include the upper Mississippi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mid|",1,1,1 ], "Midshipman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mieres",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Spain, south of Oviedo: steel and chemical industries; iron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mieres",1,1,1 ], "coal mines| Pop|: 64,552 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mies van der Rohe",1,1,1 ], "1886-1969, U|S| architect, born in Germany| He directed the Bauhaus (1929-33)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mies van der Rohe",1,1,1 ], "and developed a rational functional style, characterized by pure geometrical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mies van der Rohe",1,1,1 ], "design| His works include the Seagram building, New York (1958)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Milan",1,1,1 ], "Sforza families| Pop|: 1,731,281 (1975 est|)| Italian name: Milano (mi!la$:no)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Milan",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in central Lombardy: Italy's second largest city and chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milan",1,1,1 ], "financial and industrial centre; a centre of the Renaissance under the Visconti and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milanese" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to Milan, its people, culture, etc",1). c_DEF([ "Milanese" ,1, 1, 2],"of a fine lightweight knitted fabric of silk, rayon, etc",1). c_DEF([ "Milanese" ,1, 2, 1],"ese",1). c_DEF([ "Milanese" ,1, 2, 2],"the Italian dialect spoken in Milan",1). c_DEF([ "Milanese" ,1, 2, 3],"a native or inhabitant of Milan",1). c_DEF([ "Milazzo",1,1,1 ], "(1860), in which Garibaldi defeated the Bourbon forces| Pop|: 27,204 (1971)| Ancient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milazzo",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Sicily: founded in the 8th century b|c|; scene of a battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milazzo",1,1,1 ], "name: Mylae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Milesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Miletus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milesian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of Miletus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milesian",2,1,1 ], "Irish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milesian",2,2,1 ], "an Irishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miletus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city on the W coast of Asia Minor: a major Ionian centre of trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miletus",1,1,1 ], "and learning in the ancient world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milford Haven",1,1,1 ], "Channel): major oil port| Pop|: 13,745 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milford Haven",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Wales, in Dyfed on Milford Haven (a large inlet of St| George's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milhaud",1,1,1 ], "1892-1974, French composer member of Les Six|A notable exponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milhaud",1,1,1 ], "polytonality, his large output includes operas, symphonies, ballets, string quartets, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milhaud",1,1,1 ], "songs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Milky Way",1,1,1 ], "millions of faint stars, nebulae, etc|, and forms part of the Galaxy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milky Way",1,1,1 ], "the diffuse band of light stretching across the night sky that consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milky Way",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Galaxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,1 ], "(1817-18)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,1 ], "Bentham's utilitarian philosophy in Elements of Political Economy (1821) and Analysis of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,1 ], "James| 1773-1836, Scottish philosopher, historian, and economist| He expounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,1 ], "the Phenomena of the Human Mind (1829) and also wrote a History of British India" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,2 ], "(1859) he defended the rights and freedom of the individual| Other works include A" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,2 ], "Bentham's utilitarian philosophy in Utilitarianism (1861) and in his treatise On Liberty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,2 ], "System of Logic (1843) and Principles of Political Economy (1848)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mill",1,1,2 ], "his son John Stuart| 1806-73, English philosopher and economist| He modified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Millais",1,1,1 ], "(1856)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Millais",1,1,1 ], "Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood| His works include The Order of Release (1853) and The Blind Girl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Millais",1,1,1 ], "Sir John Everett| 1829-96, English painter, who was a founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miller",1,1,1 ], "(1949), The Crucible (1953), and A View from the Bridge (1955)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miller",1,1,1 ], "Arthur| born 1915, U|S| dramatist| His plays include Death of a Salesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miller",1,1,2 ], "Henry| born 1891, U|S| novelist, author of Tropic of Cancer (1934) and Tropic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miller",1,1,2 ], "of Capricorn (1938)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miller",1,1,3 ], "(1973) and the British Open Championship (1976)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miller",1,1,3 ], "Johnny| born 1947, U|S| professional golfer: won the U|S| Open Championship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Millet",1,1,1 ], "1814-75, French painter of the Barbizon school, noted for his studies of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Millet",1,1,1 ], "peasants at work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milligan",1,1,1 ], "(with Peter Sellers and Harry Secombe; BBC Radio, 1952-60) and his films include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milligan",1,1,1 ], "Musketeers (1974), and The Last Remake of Beau Geste (1977)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Milligan",1,1,1 ], "Postman's Knock (1962), Adolf Hitler, My Part in his Downfall (1972), The Three" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Milligan",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, Irish radio, stage, and film comedian| He appeared on The Goon Show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Millikan",1,1,1 ], "(1917): Nobel prize for physics 1923" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Millikan",1,1,1 ], "1868-1953, U|S| physicist| He isolated the electron and determined its charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mills bomb",1,1,1 ], "a type of high-explosive hand grenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milne" ,1, 1, 0],",A",1). c_DEF([ "Milne" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Milne" ,1, 1, 2],"1882-1956, English writer, noted for his books and verse for children,",1). c_DEF([ "Milne" ,1, 1, 2],"including When We Were Very Young (1924) and Winnie the Pooh (1926)",2). c_DEF([ "Milstein",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, U|S| violinist, born in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miltiades",1,1,1 ], "540-489 b|c|, Athenian general, who defeated the Persians at Marathon (490)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milton Keynes",1,1,1 ], "a new town in N Buckinghamshire, founded in 1967| Pop|: 46,473 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milton Work count",1,1,1 ], "1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milton Work count",1,1,1 ], "a system of hand valuation in which aces count 4, kings 3, queens 2, and jacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milton",1,1,1 ], "(1632), the masque Comus (1634), and the elegy Lycidas (1637), show the influence of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milton",1,1,1 ], "1608-74, English poet| His early works, notably L'Allegro and Il Penseroso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milton",1,1,1 ], "Regained (1671) and the verse drama Samson Agonistes (1671)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Milton",1,1,1 ], "his Christian humanist education and his love of Italian Renaissance poetry| A" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Milton",1,1,1 ], "press| His greatest works were the epic poems Paradise Lost (1667; 1674), and Paradise" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Milton",1,1,1 ], "staunch Parliamentarian and opponent of episcopacy, he published many pamphlets during" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Milton",1,1,1 ], "the Civil War period, including Areopagitica (1644), which advocated freedom of the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Miltonic",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or resembling Milton's literary style, esp| in being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miltonic",1,1,1 ], "sublime and majestic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Milwaukee",1,1,1 ], "690,685 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Milwaukee",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Wisconsin, on Lake Michigan: the largest city in the state;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Milwaukee",1,1,1 ], "established as a trading post in the 18th century; an important industrial centre| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mimas",1,1,1 ], "one of the smaller of the ten satellites of the planet Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mimeograph",1,1,1 ], "an inked drum to which a cut stencil is fixed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mimeograph",1,1,1 ], "an office machine for printing multiple copies of text or line drawings from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mimeograph",1,1,2 ], "a copy produced by this machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mimeograph",1,2,1 ], "to print copies from (a prepared stencil) using this machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mimir",1,1,1 ], "a giant who guarded the well of wisdom near the roots of Yggdrasil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Min",1,1,1 ], "any of the dialects or forms of Chinese spoken in Fukien province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mina Hassan Tani",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 139,206 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mina Hassan Tani",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Morocco, on the Sebou River 16 km (10 miles) from the Atlantic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mina Hassan Tani",1,1,2 ], "Former name (1932-56): Port Lyautey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minas Basin",1,1,1 ], "a bay in E Canada, in central Nova Scotia: the NE arm of the Bay of Fundy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minas Basin",1,1,1 ], "with which it is linked by Minas Channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minas Gerais",1,1,1 ], "11,487,415 (1970)| Area: 587,172 sq| km (226,707 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Minas Gerais",1,1,1 ], "Highlands; large reserves of iron ore and manganese| Capital: Belo Horizonte| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minas Gerais",1,1,1 ], "an inland state of E Brazil: situated on the high plateau of the Brazilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minch",1,1,1 ], "a channel of the Atlantic divided into the North Minch, between the mainland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minch",1,1,1 ], "and Harris and North Uist" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Minch",1,1,1 ], "of Scotland and the Isle of Lewis, and the Little Minch, between the Isle of Skye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mindanao",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: (including offshore islands) 94,631 sq| km (36,537 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mindanao",1,1,1 ], "archipelago: mountainous and volcanic| Chief towns: Davao, Zamboanga| Pop|: 7,484,402" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mindanao",1,1,1 ], "the second largest island of the Philippines, in the S part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mindel",1,1,1 ], "the second major Pleistocene glaciation of Alpine Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mindoro",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 9736 sq| km (3759 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mindoro",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in the central Philippines, south of Luzon| Pop|: 472,396" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mindszenty",1,1,1 ], "1892-1975, Hungarian cardinal| He was sentenced to life imprisonment on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mindszenty",1,1,1 ], "charge of treason (1949) but released during the 1956 Revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minerva",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of wisdom| Greek counterpart: Athena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ming",1,1,1 ], "the imperial dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ming",1,2,1 ], "characterized by the use of brilliant colours and a fine-quality body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ming",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Chinese porcelain produced during the Ming dynasty," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mingrelian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Georgian people of the Soviet Union living in the mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mingrelian",1,1,1 ], "northeast of the Black Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mingrelian",1,1,2 ], "closely related to Georgian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mingrelian",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the South Caucasian family and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mingrelian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Mingrelians or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mingus",1,1,1 ], "called Charlie| born 1922, U|S| jazz double bassist, composer, and bandleader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minho",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese name for the Mino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minie ball",1,1,1 ], "a conical rifle bullet, used in the 19th century, manufactured with a hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minie ball",1,1,1 ], "base designed to expand when fired to fit the rifling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minimalist",1,1,1 ], "(in early 20th-century Russia) a member of the faction of the Social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minimalist",1,1,1 ], "Revolutionaries that advocated immediate postrevolutionary democracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minimalist",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for a Menshevik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minister of the Crown",1,1,1 ], "any Government minister of cabinet rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minitrack",1,1,1 ], "a system for tracking the course of rockets or satellites by radio signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minitrack",1,1,1 ], "received at ground stations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minkowski world",1,1,1 ], "a four-dimensional space, not curved, in which three coordinates specify the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minkowski world",1,1,1 ], "occurred at that point" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Minkowski world",1,1,1 ], "position of a point in space and the fourth represents the time at which an event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minna",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Nigeria, capital of Niger state| Pop|: 74,500 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minneapolis",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Minnesota, on the Mississippi River adjacent to St| Paul: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minneapolis",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Minneapolis",1,1,1 ], "largest city in the state; important centre for the grain trade| Pop|: 382,423 (1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minnesota",1,1,1 ], "Paul| Pop|: 2,216,912 (1970)| Area: 122,496 sq| km (47,296 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minnesota",1,1,1 ], "a state of the N central U|S|: chief U|S| producer of iron ore| Capital: St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minnesota",1,1,2 ], "River near St| Paul| Length: 534 km (332 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minnesota",1,1,2 ], "a river in S Minnesota, flowing southeast and northeast to the Mississippi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minn|",1,1,1 ], "Minnesota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mino" ,1, 1, 1],"Portuguese name: Minho",3). c_DEF([ "Mino" ,1, 1, 1],"a river in SW Europe, rising in NW Spain and flowing southwest (as part of the",1). c_DEF([ "Mino" ,1, 1, 1],"border between Spain and Portugal) to the Atlantic| Length: 338 km (210 miles)|",2). c_DEF([ "Minoan",1,1,1 ], "b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minoan",1,1,1 ], "denoting the Bronze Age culture of Crete from about 3000 b|c| to about 1100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minoan",1,1,2 ], "mainland Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minoan",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the linear writing systems used in Crete and later in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minoan",1,2,1 ], "a Cretan belonging to the Minoan culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minorca",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Mediterranean, northeast of Majorca: the second largest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minorca",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)| Spanish name: Menorca" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Minorca",1,1,1 ], "the Balearic Islands| Chief town: Mahon| Pop|: 48,817 (1970)| Area: 702 sq| km (271" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minorca",1,1,2 ], "a breed of light domestic fowl with glossy white, black, or blue plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minorite",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Franciscan Friars Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minos",1,1,1 ], "a king of Crete for whom Daedalus built the Labyrinth to contain the Minotaur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minotaur",1,1,1 ], "Labyrinth in Crete, feeding on human flesh, until destroyed by Theseus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minotaur",1,1,1 ], "a monster with the head of a bull and the body of a man| It was kept in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W Soviet Union, capital of the Byelorussian SSR:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minsk",1,1,1 ], "educational and cultural centre, with a university (1921)| Pop|: 907,104 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mintoff",1,1,1 ], "born 1916, Maltese statesman; prime minister of Malta (1955-58; since 1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minton",1,1,1,1 ], "fine-quality porcelain ware produced in Stoke-on-Trent since 1798" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minton",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minuteman",1,1,1 ], "(in the War of American Independence) a colonial militiaman who promised to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Minuteman",1,1,1 ], "ready to fight at one minute's notice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Minuteman",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| three-stage intercontinental ballistic missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Min|",1,1,1 ], "Minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Min|",1,1,2 ], "Ministry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miocene",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the fourth epoch of the Tertiary period, between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miocene",1,1,1 ], "the Oligocene and Pliocene epochs, which lasted for 14 million years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miocene",1,2,1 ], "the Miocene| this epoch or rock series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miquelon",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the French territory of St| Pierre and Miquelon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mir",1,1,1 ], "born 1893, Spanish surrealist painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mira Ceti",1,1,1 ], "a binary star one component of which, a red supergiant, is a long-period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mira Ceti",1,1,1 ], "variable with an average period of 330 days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mirabeau",1,1,1 ], "title of Honore-Gabriel Riqueti| 1749-91, French Revolutionary politician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miraflores",1,1,1 ], "an artificial lake in the S Canal Zone of the Panama Canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miranda",1,1,1 ], "the smallest of the five satellites of Uranus and the nearest to the planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miriam",1,1,1 ], "the sister of Moses and Aaron| (Numbers 12:1-15)| Douay name: Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miseno",1,1,1 ], "a cape in SW Italy, on the N shore of the Bay of Naples: remains of the town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miseno",1,1,1 ], "of Misenum, a naval base constructed by Agrippa in 31 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miserere",1,1,1 ], "mercy on me, O God@9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miserere",1,1,1 ], "the 51st psalm, the Latin version of which begins Miserere mei, Deus(@6Have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mishima",1,1,1 ], "1925-70, Japanese novelist and short-story writer, whose works reflect a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mishima",1,1,1 ], "preoccupation with homosexuality and death|He committed harakiri in protest at the decline of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mishima",1,1,1 ], "traditional Japanese values" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mishnah" ,1, 1, 1],"Judah ha-Nasi in the late second century ad|It forms the earlier part of the Talmud",2). c_DEF([ "Mishnah" ,1, 1, 1],"a compilation of precepts passed down as an oral tradition and collected by",1). c_DEF([ "Miskolc",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Hungary: the second most important industrial centre in Hungary;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miskolc",1,1,1 ], "iron and steel industries| Pop|: 194,648 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miss",1,1,1 ], "a title of an unmarried woman or girl, usually used before the surname or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Miss",1,1,1 ], "sometimes alone in direct address" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Missionary Ridge",1,1,1 ], "Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Missionary Ridge",1,1,1 ], "a ridge in NW Georgia and SE Tennessee: site of a battle (1863) during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mississauga",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Ontario: a SW suburb of Toronto| Pop|: 156,070 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,1 ], "2,216,912 (1970)| Area: 122,496 sq| km (47,296 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,1 ], "Mississippi River forming the W Border; cotton, rice, and oil| Capital: Jackson| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southeastern U|S|, on the Gulf of Mexico: consists of a largely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,1 ], "forested undulating plain, with swampy regions in the northwest and on the coast, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,2 ], "(2348 miles)|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,2 ], "a river in the central U|S|, rising in NW Minnesota and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,2 ], "largest drainage basin in the world (after the Amazon and the Congo)| Length: 3780 km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,2 ], "longest river in North America (after its tributary, the Missouri), with the third" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippi",1,1,2 ], "south to the Gulf of Mexico through several mouths, known as the Passes: the second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the state of Mississippi or the Mississippi river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippian",1,1,2 ], "(in North America) of, denoting, or formed in the lower of two subdivisions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippian",1,1,2 ], "million years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippian",1,1,2 ], "the Carboniferous period (see also Pennsylvanian ,2), which lasted for 50" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of the state of Mississippi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippian",1,2,2 ], "lower Carboniferous of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mississippian",1,2,2 ], "the Mississippian| the Mississippian period or rock system equivalent to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Missolonghi",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Greece, near the Gulf of Patras: famous for its defence against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Missolonghi",1,1,1 ], "here in 1824| Pop|: 11,614 (1971)| Modern Greek name: Mesolongion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Missolonghi",1,1,1 ], "the Turks in 1822-23 and 1825-26 and for its association with Lord Byron, who died" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,1 ], "Ozark Mountains in the south, and part of the Mississippi flood plain in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,1 ], "a state of the central U|S|: consists of rolling prairies in the north, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,1 ], "barytes| Capital: Jefferson City| Pop|: 4,677,399 (1970)| Area: 178,699 sq| km (68,995" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,1 ], "southeast, with the Mississippi forming the E border; chief U|S| producer of lead and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,2 ], "America; chief tributary of the Mississippi| Length: 3970 km (2466 miles)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,2 ], "a river in the W and central U|S|, rising in SW Montana: flows north, east," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Missouri",1,1,2 ], "and southeast to join the Mississippi above St| Louis; the longest river in North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Miss|",1,1,1 ], "Mississippi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mistassini",1,1,1 ], "a lake in E Canada, in N Quebec: the largest lake in the province; drains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mistassini",1,1,1 ], "about 160 km (100 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mistassini",1,1,1 ], "through the Rupert River into James Bay| Area: 2175 sq| km (840 sq| miles)| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mister",1,1,1 ], "the full form of Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mistral",1,1,1 ], "(1904)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mistral",1,1,1 ], "Frederic (frede!rik)| 1830-1914, French Provencal poet, who led a movement to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mistral",1,1,1 ], "revive Provencal language and literature: shared the Nobel prize for literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mistral",1,1,2 ], "Chilean poet, educationist and diplomatist| Her poetry includes the collection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mistral",1,1,2 ], "Desolacion (1922): Nobel prize for literature 1945" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mistral",1,1,2 ], "Gabriela (ga!$Brjela), pen name of Lucila Godoy de Alcayaga| 1889-1957," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mistress of the Robes",1,1,1 ], "a lady of high rank in charge of the Queen's wardrobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mistress",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect title equivalent to Mrs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mitchell",1,1,1 ], "Margaret| 1900-49, U|S| novelist; author of Gone with the Wind (1936)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mitchell",1,1,2 ], "Reginald Joseph| 1895-1937, English aeronautical engineer; designer of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mitchell",1,1,2 ], "Spitfire fighter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mithgarthr",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Midgard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mithraism",1,1,1 ], "the ancient Persian religion of Mithras| It spread to the Roman Empire during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mithraism",1,1,1 ], "the first three centuries a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mithras",1,1,1 ], "fertilized the world with its blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mithras",1,1,1 ], "the god of light, identified with the sun, who slew a primordial bull and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mithridates VI",1,1,1 ], "against Rome (88-84; 83-81; 74-64) and was finally defeated by Pompey: committed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mithridates VI",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 132-63 b|c|, king of Pontus (??120-63)| He waged three wars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mithridates VI",1,1,1 ], "suicide" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mitilni",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the modern Greek name for Mytilene ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mittelland Canal",1,1,1 ], "(202 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mittelland Canal",1,1,1 ], "a canal in West Germany, linking the Rivers Rhine and Elbe| Length: 325 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mitterrand",1,1,1 ], "1971" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mitterrand",1,1,1 ], "born 1916, French politician first secretary of the socialist party since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mixtec",1,1,1 ], "a member of an American Indian people of Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mixtec",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mizar",1,1,1 ], "Visual magnitude: 2|2; spectral type: A2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mizar",1,1,1 ], "a multiple star having four components that lies in the Plough in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mizar",1,1,1 ], "constellation Ursa Major and forms a visible binary with the star Alcor (period 300 years)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mizoguchi" ,1, 1, 1],"1898-1956, Japanese film director|His films include",1). c_DEF([ "Mizoguchi" ,1, 1, 2],"Woman of Osaka (1940), and Ugetsu Monogatari (1952)",1). c_DEF([ "Mizoram",1,1,1 ], "District of Assam| Capital: Aijal| Pop|: 321,686 (1971)| Area: about 21,230 sq| km (8280" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mizoram",1,1,1 ], "a union territory of NE India, created in 1972 from the former Mizo Hills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mizoram",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mjico",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mk|",1,1,1 ], "mark (type of car, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mlaga",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mlaga",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in S Spain, in Andalusia on the Mediterranean| Pop|: 374,452" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mlaga",1,1,2 ], "a sweet fortified dessert wine from Malaga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mlar",1,1,1 ], "a lake in S Sweden, extending 121 km (75 miles) west from Stockholm, where it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mlar",1,1,1 ], "joins with an inlet of the Baltic Sea (the Saltsjon)| Area: 1140 sq| km (440 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mlar",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Swedish name: Maleren (!melaren)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mler",1,1,1 ], "Friedrich Max | 1823-1900, British Sanskrit scholar born in Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mler",1,1,2 ], "Johann " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mler",1,1,3 ], "Johannes Peter (jo!han@ !pe$:t@)| 1801-58, German physiologist and anatomist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mler",1,1,4 ], "Paul Hermann | 1899-1965, Swiss chemist| He synthesized DDT (1939) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mler",1,1,4 ], "discovered its use as an insecticide: Nobel prize for medicine 1948" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mli",1,1,1 ], "1861-1938, French pioneer film director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mlle" ,1, 1, 1],"the French equivalent of Miss",1). c_DEF([ "Mlos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Melos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mme" ,1, 1, 1],"the French equivalent of Mrs",1). c_DEF([ "Mn",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for manganese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mnemosyne",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of memory and mother by Zeus of the Muses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mnidrome",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the inner ear characterized by a ringing or buzzing in the ear," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mnidrome",1,1,1 ], "dizziness, and impaired hearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mo",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for molybdenum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moab",1,1,1 ], "an ancient kingdom east of the Dead Sea, in what is now the SW part of Jordan:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moab",1,1,1 ], "flourished mainly from the 9th to the 6th centuries b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mobile",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 188,531 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mobile",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Alabama, on Mobile Bay (an inlet of the Gulf of Mexico): the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mobile",1,1,1 ], "state's only port and its first permanent settlement, made by French colonists in 1711|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mobutu",1,1,1 ], "the official name for Lake Albert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mobutu",2,1,1 ], "1965" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mobutu",2,1,1 ], "former name Joseph| born 1930, Zairese statesman; president of Zaire since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mocambique",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese name for Mozambique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mocha",1,1,1 ], "Arabian coffee| Pop|: about 5000 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mocha",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Yemen, on the Red Sea: formerly important for the export of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modena",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Emilia-Romagna: ruled by the Este family (18th-19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modena",1,1,1 ], "century); university (1678)| Pop|: 177,201 (1975 est|)| Ancient name: Mutina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Modena",1,1,2 ], "a popular variety of domestic fancy pigeon originating in Modena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moderations",1,1,1 ], "short for Honour Moderations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modern English",1,1,1 ], "developed from the S East Midland dialect of Middle English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Modern English",1,1,1 ], "the English language since about 1450, esp| any of the standard forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modern Greek",1,1,1 ], "the Greek language since about 1453 a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modern Greek",1,1,2 ], "(the fall of Byzantium)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modern Hebrew",1,1,1 ], "Hebrew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Modern Hebrew",1,1,1 ], "the official language of the state of Israel; a revived form of ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modigliani",1,1,1 ], "1884-1920, Italian painter and sculptor, noted esp| for the elongated forms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modigliani",1,1,1 ], "his portraits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Modred",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) a knight of the Round Table who rebelled against and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Modred",1,1,1 ], "killed his uncle King Arthur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mods",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford University)short for Honour Moderations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mogadiscio",1,1,1 ], "founded by Arabs around the 10th century; taken by the Sultan of Zanzibar in 1871 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mogadiscio",1,1,1 ], "sold to Italy in 1905| Pop|: 230,000 (1972 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mogadiscio",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of the Somali Republic, on the Indian Ocean:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mogador",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1956) of Essaouira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mogen David",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Star of David" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mogilev",1,1,1 ], "Dnieper River: passed to Russia in 1772 after Polish rule| Pop|: 255,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mogilev",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W Soviet Union, in the E Byelorussian SSR on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mogul",1,1,1,1 ], "1526" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mogul",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of the Muslim dynasty of Indian emperors established by Baber in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mogul",1,1,2 ], "a Muslim Indian, Mongol, or Mongolian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mogul",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Moguls or their empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammed Ahmed",1,1,1 ], "the original name of the Mahdi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammed II",1,1,1 ], "1430-81, Ottoman sultan of Turkey (1451-81)| He captured Constantinople (1453)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammed II",1,1,1 ], "and conquered large areas of the Balkans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammed",1,1,1 ], "(embodied in the Koran) over all Arabia| Other names: Mahomet, Mahound" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammed",1,1,1 ], "570-632 a|d|, the prophet and founder of Islam| He began to teach in Mecca in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammed",1,1,1 ], "610 but persecution forced him to flee with his followers to Medina in 622| After" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammed",1,1,1 ], "several battles, he conquered Mecca (630), establishing the principles of Islam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammedan",1,2,1 ], "another word for Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammedanism",1,1,1 ], "the Mohammedan religion; Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammedanize",1,1,1 ], "Islamize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohammedanize",1,1,1 ], "to convert or subject to the religious or cultural influence of Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moham|",1,1,1 ], "Mohammedan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohave Desert",1,1,1 ], "Area: 38,850 sq| km (15,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohave Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in S California, south of the Sierra Nevada: part of the Great Basin|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohave",1,1,1 ], "River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohave",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living along the Colorado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohave",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Yuman family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohawk",1,1,1 ], "River; one of the Iroquois peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohawk",1,1,1 ], "a member of North American Indian people formerly living along the Mohawk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohawk",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohawk",2,1,1 ], "River at Cohoes: the largest tributary of the Hudson| Length: 238 km (148 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohawk",2,1,1 ], "a river in E central New York State, flowing south and east to the Hudson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohenjo-Daro",1,1,1 ], "an excavated city in SE Pakistan, southwest of Sukkur near the River Indus:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohenjo-Daro",1,1,1 ], "flourished during the third millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohican",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Mahican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moho",1,1,1 ], "short for Mohorovivcic discontinuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohock",1,1,1 ], "(in 18th-century London) one of a group of aristocratic ruffians, who attacked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohock",1,1,1 ], "people in the streets at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohole",1,1,1 ], "Mohorovivcic discontinuity to obtain samples of mantle rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohole",1,1,1 ], "an abandoned research project to drill through the earth's crust down to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moholy-Nagy",1,1,1 ], "Laszlo or Ladislaus 1895-1946, U|S| painter and teacher, born in Hungary| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moholy-Nagy",1,1,1 ], "worked at the Bauhaus (1923-29)| HMohorovi*vci'""c discontinuity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moholy-Nagy",1,1,2 ], "a zone beneath the earth's surface where changes in seismic waves occur:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moholy-Nagy",1,1,2 ], "represents the boundary between the earth's crust and its mantle|Often shortened to Moho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mohs scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale for expressing the hardness of solids by comparing them with ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mohs scale",1,1,1 ], "standards ranging from talc, with a value of 0, to diamond, with a value of 10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mojave",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Mohave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mokha",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Mocha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mokpo",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW South Korea, on the Yellow Sea| Pop|: 177,801 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moldau",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Moldavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moldau",1,1,2 ], "the German name for the Vltava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavia",1,1,1 ], "Moldova (mol!dova)| German name: Moldau" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavia",1,1,1 ], "a former principality of E Europe, consisting of the basins of the Rivers Prut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavia",1,1,1 ], "and Dniester: in 1940 the E part (Bessarabia) was ceded to the Soviet Union and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavia",1,1,1 ], "became the Moldavian SSR; the W part remains a province of Rumania| Rumanian name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavia",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Moldavian SSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 33,700 sq| km (13,012 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the SW Soviet Union, bordering on Rumania, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "which it was ceded to the Soviet Union in 1940| Capital: Kishinev| Pop|: 3,568,873" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molech",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Moloch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moli",1,1,1 ], "(1666), L'Avare (1668), Le Bourgeois gentilhomme (1670), and Le Malade imaginaire" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moli",1,1,1 ], "(1673)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Moli",1,1,1 ], "greatest French writer of comedy| His works include Tartuffe (1664), Le Misanthrope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moli",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, 1622-73, French dramatist, regarded as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molise",1,1,1 ], "a region of S central Italy, the second smallest of the regions: separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molise",1,1,1 ], "from Abruzzi e Molise in 1965| Capital: Campobasso| Pop|: 319,629 (1971)| Area: 4438" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molise",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1731 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mollah",1,1,1 ], "an older spelling of Mullah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mollweide projection",1,1,1 ], "an equal-area map projection with the parallels and the central meridian being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mollweide projection",1,1,1 ], "distributions of various phenomena" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mollweide projection",1,1,1 ], "straight lines and the other meridians curved| It is often used to show world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molly Maguire",1,1,1 ], "a member of a secret society that terrorized law officers during the 1840s to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molly Maguire",1,1,1 ], "prevent evictions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molly Maguire",1,1,2 ], "(in Pennsylvania from about 1865 to 1877) a member of a society of miners that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molly Maguire",1,1,2 ], "terrorized mine owners and their agents in an effort to obtain better pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moln" ,1, 1, 1],"1878-1952, Hungarian dramatist and novelist|His works include the play",1). c_DEF([ "Moloch",1,1,1 ], "a Semitic deity to whom parents sacrificed their children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molokai",1,1,1 ], "an island in central Hawaii| Pop|: 5261 (1970)| Area: 676 sq| km (261 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molokai",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molopo",1,1,1 ], "a seasonal river in South Africa, rising in N Cape Province and flowing west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molopo",1,1,1 ], "and southwest to the Orange river| Length: about 1000 km (600 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molotov cocktail",1,1,1 ], "an elementary incendiary weapon, usually a bottle of petrol with a short delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molotov cocktail",1,1,1 ], "fuse or wick; petrol bomb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molotov",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1940-62) for Perm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Molotov",2,1,1 ], "Germany and attended the founding conference of the United Nations and the Potsdam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Molotov",2,1,1 ], "conference (1945)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Molotov",2,1,1 ], "foreign affairs (1939-49; 1953-56) he negotiated the nonaggression pact with Nazi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Molotov",2,1,1 ], "original surname Skriabin| born 1890, Soviet statesman| As commissar for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moltke",1,1,1 ], "Count Helmuth Johannes Ludwig von | 1848-1916, German general; chief of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moltke",1,1,1 ], "German general staff (1906-14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moltke",1,1,2 ], "chief of the Prussian general staff (1858-88)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moltke",1,1,2 ], "his uncle Count Helmuth Karl Bernhard von | 1800-91, German field marshal;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moluccas",1,1,1 ], "Indonesian name: Maluku|Former name: Spice Islands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moluccas",1,1,1 ], "New Guinea| Capital: Amboina| Area: about 74,505 sq| km (28,766 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moluccas",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the Malay Archipelago, between Sulawesi (Celebes) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mombasa",1,1,1 ], "African Protectorate until 1907| Pop|: 301,000 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mombasa",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Kenya, on a coral island in a bay of the Indian Ocean: the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mombasa",1,1,1 ], "port for Kenya, Uganda, and NE Tanzania; became British in 1887, capital of the East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mommsen" ,1, 1, 1],"1817-1903, German historian, noted esp| for",1). c_DEF([ "Mommsen" ,1, 1, 2],"Nobel prize for literature 1902",1). c_DEF([ "Momus",1,1,1 ], "the god of blame and mockery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Momus",1,1,2 ], "a cavilling critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mon",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of Burma and Thailand related to the Khmer of Cambodia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mon",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mon-Khmer family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mon-Khmer",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages spoken in Cambodia, Burma, and Assam, sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mon-Khmer",1,1,1 ], "considered to be related to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mon-Khmer",1,2,1 ], "of or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mona Lisa",1,1,1 ], "a portrait of a young woman painted by Leonardo da Vinci, admired for her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mona Lisa",1,1,1 ], "enigmatic smile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mona Passage",1,1,1 ], "a strait between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, linking the Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mona Passage",1,1,1 ], "with the Caribbean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monaco",1,1,1 ], "France: the second smallest sovereign state in the world (after the Vatican); consists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monaco",1,1,1 ], "UN est|)| Area: 189 hectares (476 acres)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Monaco",1,1,1 ], "a principality in SW Europe, on the Mediterranean and forming an enclave in SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monaco",1,1,1 ], "and port), Monte Carlo (the resort centre), and Fontvieille, a light industrial" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Monaco",1,1,1 ], "area| Language: French| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: franc| Pop|: 24,000 (1974" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Monaco",1,1,1 ], "of Monaco-Ville (the capital) on a rocky headland, La Condamine (a business area" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monaghan",1,1,1 ], "Monaghan| Pop|: 46,242 (1971)| Area: 1292 sq| km (499 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monaghan",1,1,1 ], "a county of NE Ireland, in Ulster province: many small lakes| County town:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monaghan",1,1,2 ], "a town in NE Ireland, county town of Co| Monaghan| Pop|: 5256 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monck",1,1,1 ], "1st duke of Albemarle| 1608-70, English general| In the Civil War he was a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monck",1,1,1 ], "Cromwell's death he was instrumental in the restoration of Charles II (1660)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monck",1,1,1 ], "Royalist until captured (1644) and persuaded to support the Commonwealth| After" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moncton",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Canada, in SE New Brunswick| Pop|: 47,891 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mond process",1,1,1 ], "a process for obtaining nickel by heating the ore in carbon monoxide to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mond process",1,1,1 ], "produce nickel carbonyl vapour, which is then decomposed at a higher temperature to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mond process",1,1,1 ], "yield the metal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mondale",1,1,1 ], "born 1928, U|S| Democratic politician; vice president of the U|S| since 1977" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monday Club",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a club made up of right-wing Conservatives who originally met" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monday Club",1,1,1 ], "together for lunch on Monday: founded in 1961" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monday",1,1,1 ], "the second day of the week; first day of the working week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mondrian",1,1,1 ], "1872-1944, Dutch painter, noted esp| as an exponent of the abstract art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mondrian",1,1,1 ], "movement De Stijl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monegasque",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Monaco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monegasque",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Monaco or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monel metal",1,1,1 ], "and aluminium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monel metal",1,1,1 ], "any of various silvery corrosion-resistant alloys containing copper (28 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monel metal",1,1,1 ], "cent), nickel (67 per cent), and smaller quantities of such metals as iron, manganese," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monet" ,1, 1, 1],"1840-1926, French landscape painter the leading exponent of impressionism| His",1). c_DEF([ "Monet" ,1, 1, 1],"interest in the effect of light on colour led him to paint series of pictures of the",2). c_DEF([ "Monet" ,1, 1, 1],"same subject at different times of day|These include",3). c_DEF([ "Monet" ,1, 1, 2],"(1899-1906)",2). c_DEF([ "Monet" ,1, 1, 2],"Rouen Cathedral (1892-94), the Thames (1899-1904), and Water Lilies",1). c_DEF([ "Mongol",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Mongolia, esp| a nomad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongol",1,1,2 ], "the Mongolian language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "Genghis Khan" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "a vast region of central Asia, inhabited chiefly by Mongols: now divided into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "and the Tuva ASSR of the Soviet Union; at its height during the 13th century under" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "the Mongolian People's Republic, the Inner Mongolian Autonomous Region of China," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian People's Republic",1,1,1 ], "(until 1924): Outer Mongolia" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian People's Republic",1,1,1 ], "Bator| Pop|: 1,197,600 (1969)| Area: 1,565,000 sq| km (604,095 sq| miles)| Former name" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian People's Republic",1,1,1 ], "Gobi Desert in the south, a large lake district in the northwest, and the Altai and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian People's Republic",1,1,1 ], "Khangai Mountains in the west| Language: Khalkha| Currency: tugrik| Capital: Ulan" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian People's Republic",1,1,1 ], "a republic in E central Asia: made a Chinese province in 1691; became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian People's Republic",1,1,1 ], "autonomous in 1911 and a republic in 1924| It consists chiefly of a high plateau, with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Mongolia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian",1,2,1 ], "a native of Mongolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian",1,2,2 ], "Altaic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolian",1,2,2 ], "the language of Mongolia: the chief member of the Mongolic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolic",1,1,1 ], "Kalmuck, and Buryat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolic",1,1,1 ], "a branch or subfamily of the Altaic family of languages, including Mongolian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongolic",1,1,2 ], "another word for Mongoloid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongoloid",1,1,1 ], "Eskimos, and the North American Indians" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mongoloid",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to one of the major racial groups of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mongoloid",1,1,1 ], "mankind, characterized by yellowish complexion, straight black hair, slanting eyes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mongoloid",1,1,1 ], "short nose, and scanty facial hair, including most of the peoples of Asia, the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mongoloid",1,2,1 ], "a member of this group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monk",1,1,1 ], "Thelonius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monk",1,1,2 ], "(#Gg@@!l@@$un$I@)| born 1920, U|S| jazz pianist and composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monk",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of (George)Monck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monmouth",1,1,1 ], "1387| Pop|: 6545 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monmouth",1,1,1 ], "a market town in E Wales, in Gwent: Norman castle, where Henry V was born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monmouth",2,1,1 ], "Duke of Monmouth| 1649-85, the illegitimate son of Charles II of England, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monmouth",2,1,1 ], "and beheaded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monmouth",2,1,1 ], "led a rebellion against James II in support of his own claim to the Crown; captured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monmouthshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of E Wales, now corresponding roughly to the county of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monmouthshire",1,1,1 ], "Gwent: administratively part of England for three centuries (until 1830)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monnet",1,1,1 ], "Coal and Steel Community" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monnet",1,1,1 ], "born 1888, French economist and public servant, regarded as founding father of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monnet",1,1,1 ], "the European Economic Community|He was first president (1952-55) of the European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monoceros" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation on the celestial equator crossed by the Milky Way and",1). c_DEF([ "Monoceros" ,1, 2, 1],"lying close to Orion and Canis Major",2). c_DEF([ "Monongahela",1,1,1 ], "River at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, forming the Ohio River| Length: 206 km (128" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monongahela",1,1,1 ], "a river in the northeastern U|S|, flowing generally north to the Allegheny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monongahela",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monophysite",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds that there is only one nature in the person of Christ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monophysite",1,1,1 ], "which is primarily divine with human attributes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monophysite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monopoly",1,1,1 ], "a board game for two to six players who throw dice to advance their tokens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monopoly",1,1,1 ], "around a board, the object being to acquire the property on which their tokens land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monotype",1,1,1 ], "a typesetting machine, operated by a keyboard, in which each character is cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monotype",1,1,1 ], "individually from hot metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monotype",1,1,2 ], "type produced on such a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monroe doctrine",1,1,1 ], "a principle of U|S| foreign policy that opposes the influence or interference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monroe doctrine",1,1,1 ], "of outside powers in the Americas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monroe",1,1,1 ], "James| 1758-1831, U|S| statesman; fifth president of U|S| (1817-25)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monroe",1,1,1 ], "promulgated the Monroe Doctrine (1823)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monroe",1,1,2 ], "Marilyn, original name Norma Jean Mortenson| 1926-62, U|S| film actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monrovia",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monrovia",1,1,1 ], "home for freed American slaves; University of Liberia (1862)| Pop|: 100,000 (1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monrovia",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Liberia, on the Atlantic: founded in 1822 as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mons",1,1,1 ], "(1914) of the British Expeditionary Force during World War I| Pop|: 59,956 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mons",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Belgium, capital of Hainaut province: scene of the first battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monseigneur",1,1,1 ], "a title given to French bishops, prelates, and princes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monsignor",1,1,1 ], "an ecclesiastical title attached to certain offices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mont Blanc",1,1,1 ], "Alps; beneath it is Mont Blanc Tunnel, 12 km (7|5 miles) long| Highest peak (in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mont Blanc",1,1,1 ], "France): 4807 m (15,772 ft|)| Italian name: Monte Bianco " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mont Blanc",1,1,1 ], "a massif in SW Europe, between France and Italy: the highest mountain in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mont Cervin",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Matterhorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mont-Saint-Michel",1,1,1 ], "(966), used as a prison from the Revolution until 1863; reoccupied by Benedictine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mont-Saint-Michel",1,1,1 ], "a rocky islet off the coast of NW France, accessible at low tide by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mont-Saint-Michel",1,1,1 ], "causeway, in the Bay of St| Michel (an inlet of the Gulf of St| Malo): Benedictine abbey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mont-Saint-Michel",1,1,1 ], "monks since 1966| Area: 1 hectare (3 acres)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Montagnard",1,1,1 ], "Cambodia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montagnard",1,1,1 ], "a member of a hill people living on the border between Vietnam, Laos, and NE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montagnard",1,1,2 ], "a member of a North American Indian people living in the N Rocky Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montagu",1,1,1 ], "Charles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montagu",1,1,2 ], "East (1763)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montagu",1,1,2 ], "Lady Mary Wortley| 1689-1762, English writer, noted for her Letters from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montagu's harrier",1,1,1 ], "a brownish European bird of prey, Circus pygargus, with long narrow wings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montagu's harrier",1,1,1 ], "a long tail: family Accipitridae (hawks, harriers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montaigne" ,1, 1, 1],"1533-92, French writer|His life's work, the",1). c_DEF([ "Montaigne" ,1, 1, 2],"established the essay as a literary genre and record the evolution of his",1). c_DEF([ "Montaigne" ,1, 1, 2],"moral ideas",2). c_DEF([ "Montale",1,1,1 ], "born 1896, Italian poet: Nobel prize for literature 1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montana",1,1,1 ], "Rocky Mountains in the west| Capital: Helena| Pop|: 694,409 (1970)| Area: 377,070 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montana",1,1,1 ], "a state of the western U|S|: consists of the Great Plains in the east and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montana",1,1,1 ], "km (145,587 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montauban",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW France: a Huguenot stronghold in the 16th and 17th centuries," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montauban",1,1,1 ], "taken by Richelieu in 1629| Pop|: 50,420 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montbliard",1,1,1 ], "31,591 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montbliard",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in E France: former capital of the duchy of Burgundy| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montcalm",1,1,1 ], "Marquis de Montcalm de Saint-Veran| 1712-59, French general in Canada (1756)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montcalm",1,1,1 ], "killed in Quebec by British forces under General Wolfe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monte Carlo method",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical technique for determining the probability of a given process by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monte Carlo method",1,1,1 ], "constructing a model and using empirical techniques of simulation, and sampling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monte Carlo",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 9948 (1968)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monte Carlo",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort forming part of the principality of Monaco, on the Riviera:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monte Carlo",1,1,1 ], "famous casino and the destination of an annual car rally (the Monte Carlo Rally)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monte Cassino",1,1,1 ], "a hill above Cassino in central Italy: site of Benedictine monastery (530" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monte Cassino",1,1,1 ], "a|d|) destroyed in 1944 during fighting between the Allies and the Axis powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montefiore",1,1,1 ], "(1970-77) and bishop of Birmingham since 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montefiore",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, English Anglican prelate suffragan bishop of Kingston-upon-Thames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montego Bay",1,1,1 ], "42,800 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montego Bay",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in NW Jamaica: the second largest town on the island| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montenegro",1,1,1 ], "Yugoslavia| Capital: Titograd| Pop|: 529,604 (1971)| Area: 13,812 sq| km (5387 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montenegro",1,1,1 ], "a constituent republic of Yugoslavia, bordering on the Adriatic: declared a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montenegro",1,1,1 ], "kingdom in 1910 and united with Serbia, Croatia, and other territories in 1918 to form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monterey",1,1,1 ], "a city in W California: capital of Spain's Pacific empire from 1774 to 1825;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monterey",1,1,1 ], "taken by the U|S| (1846)| Pop|: 26,302 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monterrey",1,1,1 ], "Mexico; a major industrial centre, esp| for metals| Pop|: 1,049,957 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monterrey",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Mexico, capital of Nuevo Leon state: the third largest city in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montespan",1,1,1 ], "mistress of Louis XIV of France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montespan",1,1,1 ], "title of Francoise Athenais de Rochechouart| 1641-1707, French noblewoman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montesquieu",1,1,1 ], "(1748), a comparative analysis of various forms of government, which had a profound" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montesquieu",1,1,1 ], "His chief works are the satirical Lettres persanes (1721) and L'Esprit des lois" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montesquieu",1,1,1 ], "influence on political thought in Europe and the U|S" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Montesquieu",1,1,1 ], "title of Charles Louis de Secondat| 1689-1755, French political philosopher|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montessori method",1,1,1 ], "a method of nursery education in which children are provided with generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montessori method",1,1,1 ], "facilities for practical play and allowed to develop at their own pace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montessori",1,1,1 ], "1870-1952, Italian educational reformer, who evolved the Montessori method of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montessori",1,1,1 ], "teaching children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Monteux",1,1,1 ], "1875-1964, U|S| conductor, born in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monteverdi" ,1, 1, 1],"1567-1643, Italian composer, noted esp| for his innovations in opera and for",1). c_DEF([ "Monteverdi" ,1, 1, 1],"his expressive use of dissonance|His operas include",2). c_DEF([ "Monteverdi" ,1, 1, 2],"and L'Incoronazione di Poppea (1642) and he also wrote many motets and",1). c_DEF([ "Monteverdi" ,1, 1, 2],"madrigals",2). c_DEF([ "Montevideo",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,229,748 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montevideo",1,1,1 ], "estuary: the largest city in the country: University of the Republic (1849); resort|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montevideo",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Uruguay, in the south on the Rio de la Plata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montezuma II",1,1,1 ], "1466-1520, last Aztec emperor of Mexico (??1502-20)| He was overthrown and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montezuma II",1,1,1 ], "killed by the Spanish conquistador Cortes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montfort",1,1,1 ], "Earl of Leicester| 1208-65, English soldier, born in Normandy| He led the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montfort",1,1,1 ], "at Evesham" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montfort",1,1,1 ], "baronial rebellion against Henry III and ruled England from 1264 to 1265; he was killed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montgolfier",1,1,1 ], "1745-99, and his brother ,Joseph Michel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montgolfier",1,1,2 ], "1740-1810, French inventors, who built (1782) and ascended in (1783) the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montgolfier",1,1,2 ], "practical hot-air balloon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montgomery",1,1,1 ], "Confederacy (1861-65)| Pop|: 153,013 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montgomery",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Alabama, on the Alabama River: state capital; capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montgomery",2,1,1 ], "1st Viscount Montgomery of Alamein| 1887-1976, English field marshal| As" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montgomery",2,1,1 ], "commanded the ground forces in the invasion of Normandy (1944)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Montgomery",2,1,1 ], "commander of the 8th Army in North Africa, he launched the offensive, beginning with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montgomery",2,1,1 ], "victory at El Alamein (1942), that drove Rommel's forces back to Tunis| He also" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montgomeryshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of central Wales, now part of Powys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montherlant" ,1, 1, 1],"1896-1972, French novelist and dramatist: his novels include Les",1). c_DEF([ "Montherlant" ,1, 1, 1],"Jeunes Filles (1935-39) and Le Chaos et la nuit (1963)",2). c_DEF([ "Montlucon",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central France, on the Cher River| Pop|: 58,824 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montmartre",1,1,1 ], "a district of N Paris, on a hill above the Seine: the highest point in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montmartre",1,1,1 ], "city; famous for its associations with many artists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montparnasse",1,1,1 ], "a district of S Paris, on the left bank of the Seine: noted for its cafes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montparnasse",1,1,1 ], "frequented by artists, writers, and students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montpelier",1,1,1 ], "8609 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montpelier",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Vermont, on the Winooski River: the state capital| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montpellier",1,1,1 ], "Pope Nicholas IV in 1289; wine trade| Pop|: 195,603 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montpellier",1,1,1 ], "a city in S France, the chief town of Languedoc: its university was founded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montreal",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,080,546 (1976 est|)| French name: Montreal (m?~@$re!al)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montreal",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Canada, in S Quebec on Montreal Island at the junction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montreal",1,1,1 ], "the Ottawa and St| Lawrence Rivers: the country's largest city and a major port|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montreuil",1,1,1 ], "an E suburb of Paris: formerly famous for peaches, but now increasingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montreuil",1,1,1 ], "industrialized| Pop|: 96,684 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montreux",1,1,1 ], "20,421 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montreux",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in W Switzerland, in Vaud canton on Lake Geneva| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montrose",1,1,1 ], "1st Marquess and 5th Earl of Montrose| 1612-50, Scottish general, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montrose",1,1,1 ], "hanged" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Montrose",1,1,1 ], "his victories in Scotland for Charles I in the Civil War| He was later captured and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montserrat",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Plymouth| Pop|: 13,076 (1970 est|)| Area: 103 sq| km (40 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montserrat",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic island in the Caribbean, in the Leeward Islands of the West Indies|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Montserrat",1,1,2 ], "Height: 1216 m (4054 ft|)| Ancient name: Mons Serratus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Montserrat",1,1,2 ], "a mountain in NE Spain, northwest of Barcelona: famous Benedictine monastery|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mont|",1,1,1 ], "Montana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monza",1,1,1 ], "119,405 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Monza",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, northeast of Milan: the ancient capital of Lombardy; scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Monza",1,1,1 ], "of the assassination of King Umberto I in 1900; motor-racing circuit| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mon|",1,1,1 ], "Monday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moody",1,1,1 ], "1837-99, U|S| evangelist and hymnodist, noted for his revivalist campaigns in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moody",1,1,1 ], "Britain and the U|S| with I| D| Sankey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moog synthesizer",1,1,1 ], "an electrophonic instrument operated by means of a keyboard and pedals, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moog synthesizer",1,1,1 ], "and combined by means of patching as in a telephone exchange| Often shortened to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moog synthesizer",1,1,1 ], "synthesizer or Moog" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Moog synthesizer",1,1,1 ], "which sounds are produced by a bank of sine-wave and square-wave generators selected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moon Child",1,1,1 ], "a euphemistic name for Cancer (sense 2b|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moor",1,1,1 ], "Africa and Spain, where they established a civilization (756-1492)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moor",1,1,1 ], "In the 8th century they were converted to Islam and established power in North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moor",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Muslim people of North Africa, of mixed Arab and Berber descent|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,1 ], "George| 1852-1933, Irish novelist| His works include Esther Waters (1894) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,1 ], "The Brook Kerith (1916)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,2 ], "Ethica (1903)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,2 ], "G(eorge) E(dward)| 1873-1958, English philosopher, noted esp|for his Principia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,3 ], "Gerald| born 1899, English pianist, noted as an accompanist esp| to Lieder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,3 ], "singers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,4 ], "Henry| born 1898, English sculptor| His works are characterized by monumental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,4 ], "Northampton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,4 ], "organic forms and include the Madonna and Child (1943) at St| Matthew's Church," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,5 ], "Sir John| 1761-1809, British general; commander of the British army (1808-09)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,5 ], "in the Peninsular War: killed at Corunna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,6 ], "Marianne| 1887-1972, U|S| poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moore",1,1,7 ], "Thomas| 1779-1852, Irish poet, best known for Irish Melodies (1807-34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moorish idol",1,1,1 ], "a tropical marine spiny-finned fish, Zanclus canescens, that is common around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moorish idol",1,1,1 ], "coral reefs: family Zanclidae|It has a deeply compressed body with yellow and black" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moorish idol",1,1,1 ], "stripes, a beaklike snout, and an elongated dorsal fin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moorish",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Moors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moorish",1,1,2 ], "century, characterized by the horseshoe arch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moorish",1,1,2 ], "denoting the style of architecture used in Spain from the 13th to 16th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moose Jaw",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Canada, in S Saskatchewan| Pop|: 31,854 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moradabad",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in N Uttar Pradesh| Pop|: 258,590 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moral Rearmament",1,1,1 ], "a worldwide movement for moral and spiritual renewal founded by Frank Buchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moral Rearmament",1,1,1 ], "in 1938" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moral Rearmament",1,1,2 ], "Former name: Oxford Group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morar",1,1,1 ], "a lake in W Scotland, in the SW Highlands: the deepest in Scotland| Length: 18" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morar",1,1,1 ], "km (11 miles)| Depth: 296 m (987 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morava",1,1,1 ], "Length: 370 km (230 miles)| German name: March" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Morava",1,1,1 ], "a river in Czechoslovakia, rising in the Sudeten Mountains and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morava",1,1,1 ], "to the Danube: forms part of the border between Czechoslovakia and Austria|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morava",1,1,2 ], "a river in E Yugoslavia, formed by the confluence of the Southern Morava and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morava",1,1,2 ], "miles)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Morava",1,1,2 ], "the Western Morava near Stalac: flows north to the Danube| Length: 209 km (130" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morava",1,1,3 ], "the Czech name for Moravia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravia",1,1,1 ], "Austrian crownland in 1848; made part of Czechoslovakia in 1918; valuable mineral" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moravia",1,1,1 ], "Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, the Sudeten Mountains, and the W Carpathians: became a separate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moravia",1,1,1 ], "a region of central Czechoslovakia, around the Morava River, bounded by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravia",1,1,1 ], "resources| Czech name: Morava|German name: Mahren" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Moravia",2,1,1 ], "(1949)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moravia",2,1,1 ], "pen name of Alberto Pincherle| born 1907, Italian novelist and short-story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravia",2,1,1 ], "writer: his novels include The Time of Indifference (1929) and The Woman of Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian Church",1,1,1 ], "Bohemian Brethren| It has close links with the Lutheran Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian Church",1,1,1 ], "a Protestant Church originating in Moravia in 1722 as a revival of the sect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian Gate",1,1,1 ], "SE Sudeten Mountains and the W Carpathian Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian Gate",1,1,1 ], "a low mountain pass linking S Poland and Moravia (Czechoslovakia), between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Moravia, its people, or their dialect of Czech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Moravian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian",1,2,1 ], "the Moravian dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Moravia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moravian",1,2,3 ], "a member of the Moravian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moray Firth",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the North Sea on the NE coast of Scotland| Length: about 56 km (35" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moray Firth",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moray",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of NE Scotland, now part of Grampian region| Former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moray",1,1,1 ], "name: Elgin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morbihan",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 7092 sq| km (2766 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morbihan",1,1,1 ], "a department of NW France, in S Brittany| Capital: Vannes| Pop|: 581,348" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mordecai",1,1,1 ], "2-9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mordecai",1,1,1 ], "the cousin of Esther who averted a threatened massacre of the Jews (Esther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mordred",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Modred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mordvin",1,1,1 ], "Mordvinian ASSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mordvin",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Finnish people of the middle Volga region, living chiefly in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mordvin",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Finno-Ugric family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mordvinian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W central Soviet Union, in the middle Volga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mordvinian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "basin| Capital: Saransk| Pop|: 1,029,562 (1970)| Area: 26,200 sq| km (10,110 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mordvinian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "More",1,1,1 ], "Hannah| 1745-1833, English writer, noted for her religious tracts, esp| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "More",1,1,1 ], "Shepherd of Salisbury Plain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "More",1,1,2 ], "Catharine of Aragon and his refusal to recognize the Act of Supremacy resulted in his" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "More",1,1,2 ], "Sir Thomas| 1478-1535, English statesman, humanist, and Roman Catholic Saint;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "More",1,1,2 ], "execution on a charge of treason| In Utopia (1516), he set forth his concept of the ideal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "More",1,1,2 ], "lord chancellor to Henry VIII (1529-32)| His opposition to Henry's divorce from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "More",1,1,2 ], "state| Feast day: July 9" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Morea",1,1,1 ], "the medieval name for the Peloponnese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moreau",1,1,1 ], "Gustave (gys!tav) 1826-98, French symbolist painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moreau",1,1,2 ], "Jeanne (#fan)| born 1928, French stage and film actress| Her films include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moreau",1,1,2 ], "Jules et Jim (1961), Les Liaisons Dangereuses (1960), Viva Maria (1965), The Bride" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moreau",1,1,2 ], "wore Black (1967), and Great Catherine (1968)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moreau",1,1,3 ], "Jean Victor (#f?~a vik!t@$$:r)| 1763-1813, French general in the Revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moreau",1,1,3 ], "and Napoleonic Wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morecambe",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in NW England, in NW Lancashire on Morecambe Bay (an inlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morecambe",1,1,1 ], "of the Irish Sea)|Pop| (with Heysham): 41,863 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morelia",1,1,1 ], "Valladolid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Morelia",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Mexico, capital of Michoacan state: a cultural centre during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morelia",1,1,1 ], "colonial times; two universities| Pop|: 209,014 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1828):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morelos",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Cuernavaca| Pop|: 616,119 (1970)| Area: 4988 sq| km (1926 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morelos",1,1,1 ], "an inland state of S central Mexico, on the S slope of the great plateau|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moresco",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Morisco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moresque",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of decoration and architecture) of Moorish style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moresque",1,2,1,1 ], "Moorish design or decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moresque",1,2,1,2 ], "a specimen of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moreton Bay fig",1,1,1 ], "a large Australian fig tree, Ficus macrophilla, having glossy leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moreton Bay fig",1,1,1 ], "smooth bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morgan le Fay",1,1,1 ], "a wicked fairy of Arthurian legend, the half sister of King Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morgan",1,1,1 ], "an American breed of small compact saddle horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morgan",2,1,1 ], "Indies for the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morgan",2,1,1 ], "Sir Henry| 1635-88, Welsh buccaneer, who raided Spanish colonies in the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morgan",2,1,2 ], "John Pierpont| 1837-1913, U|S| financier, philanthropist, and art collector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morgan",2,1,3 ], "Thomas Hunt| 1866-1945, U|S| biologist| He formulated the chromosome theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morgan",2,1,3 ], "heredity| Nobel prize for medicine 1933" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morisco",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish Moor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morisco",1,1,2 ], "a morris dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morisco",1,2,1 ], "another word for Moorish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in N England, in West Yorkshire near Leeds| Pop|: 44,340" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",2,1,1 ], "Edward Williams| 1838-1923, U|S| chemist who collaborated with A| A| Michelson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",2,1,1 ], "in the Michelson-Morley experiment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",2,1,2 ], "John, Viscount Morley of Blackburn| 1838-1923, British Liberal statesman and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",2,1,2 ], "writer; secretary of state for India (1905-10)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",2,1,3 ], "(1597)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",2,1,3 ], "Thomas| 1557-1603, English composer and organist, noted for his madrigals and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morley",2,1,3 ], "his textbook on music, A Plaine and Easie Introduction to Practicall Musicke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mormon",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, founded in 1830" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mormon",1,1,1 ], "at La Fayette, New York, by Joseph Smith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mormon",1,1,2 ], "a prophet whose supposed revelations were recorded by Joseph Smith in the Book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mormon",1,1,2 ], "of Mormon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mormon",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Mormons, their Church, or their beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mornay",1,1,1 ], "Seigneur du Plessis-Marly| 1549-1623, French Huguenot leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moro",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of predominantly Muslim peoples of the S Philippines:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moro",1,1,1 ], "noted for their manufacture of weapons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moro",1,1,2 ], "the language of these peoples, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moro",2,1,1 ], "(1963-68; 1974-76) and minister of foreign affairs (1965-66; 1969-72; 1973-74)|He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moro",2,1,1 ], "1916-78, Italian Christian Democrat statesman prime minister of Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moro",2,1,1 ], "kidnapped by the Red Brigades in 1978 and murdered" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Moro",2,1,1 ], "negotiated the entry of the Italian Communist Party into coalition government before being" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "(11th-13th centuries); became a French protectorate in 1912 and gained independence in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "(166,000 sq| miles)| French name: Maroc" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "1956| It is mostly mountainous, with the Atlas Mountains in the centre and the Rif" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "Sunni Muslim| Currency: dirham| Pop|: 15,329,259 (1971)| Area: 500,000 sq| km" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in NW Africa, on the Mediterranean and the Atlantic: conquered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "important exporter of phosphates| Languages: Arabic, Berber, and French| Religion: mostly" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "range along the Mediterranean coast, with the Sahara in the south and southeast; an" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Morocco",1,1,1 ], "the Arabs in about 683, who introduced Islam; at its height under Berber dynasties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moroni",1,1,1 ], "12,000 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moroni",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Comoro Islands, on the island of Grande Comore| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morpheus",1,1,1 ], "the god of sleep and dreams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morphy",1,1,1 ], "1837-84, U|S| chess player, widely considered to have been the world's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morphy",1,1,1 ], "greatest player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morris chair",1,1,1 ], "an armchair with an adjustable back and large cushions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morris",1,1,1 ], "1834-96, English poet, Pre-Raphaelite painter, craftsman, and socialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morris",1,1,1 ], "writer| He founded the Kelsmcott Press (1890)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morrison",1,1,1 ], "Baron Morrison of Lambeth| 1888-1965, British Labour statesman, who served in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morrison",1,1,1 ], "Churchill's War Cabinet (1942-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mors",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of death| Greek counterpart: Thanatos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morse code",1,1,1 ], "a telegraph code used internationally for transmitting messages| Letters," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morse code",1,1,1 ], "numbers, etc|, are represented by groups of shorter dots and longer dashes, or by groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morse code",1,1,1 ], "of the corresponding sounds, dits and dahs, the groups being separated by spaces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Morse",1,1,1 ], "1791-1872, U|S| inventor and painter|He invented the first electric telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morse",1,1,1 ], "and the Morse code" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mortimer",1,1,1 ], "8th Baron of Wigmore and 1st Earl of March| 1287-1330, lover of Isabella, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mortimer",1,1,1 ], "abdicate in favour of his son, Edward III; executed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mortimer",1,1,1 ], "wife of Edward II of England: they invaded England in 1326 and compelled the king to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Morton",1,1,1 ], "nickname of Ferdinand Joseph La Menthe Morton| 1885-1941, U|S| jazz pianist;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Morton",1,1,1 ], "one of the creators of New Orleans jazz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mor|",1,1,1 ], "Morocco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mosaic law",1,1,1 ], "the laws of the Hebrews ascribed to Moses and contained in the Pentateuch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mosaic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Moses or the laws and traditions ascribed to him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moscow",1,1,1 ], "6,941,961 (1970)| Russian name: Moskva" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Moscow",1,1,1 ], "capital of the Soviet Union in 1918; centres on the medieval Kremlin; chief political," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moscow",1,1,1 ], "cultural, and industrial centre of the Soviet Union, with two universities| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Moscow",1,1,1 ], "from the 11th century; capital of the grand duchy of Russia from 1547 to 1712; made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moscow",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Soviet Union and of the RSFSR, on the Moskva River: dates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moseley",1,1,1 ], "1887-1915, English physicist| He showed that the wavelengths of x-rays emitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moseley",1,1,1 ], "from the elements are related to their atomic numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moselle",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 6253 sq| km (2439 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moselle",1,1,1 ], "a department of NE France, in Lorraine region| Capital: Metz| Pop|: 1,030,957" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moselle",1,1,2 ], "Mosel " ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Moselle",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Europe, rising in NE France and flowing northwest, forming part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moselle",1,1,2 ], "many vineyards along its lower course| Length: 547 km (340 miles)| German name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moselle",1,1,2 ], "of the border between Luxembourg and West Germany, then northeast to the Rhine:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moselle",1,1,3 ], "a German white wine from the Rhine valley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moses",1,1,1 ], "and gave them divinely revealed laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moses",1,1,1 ], "the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt to the Promised Land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moses",1,1,2 ], "Grandma, nickname of Anna Mary Robertson Moses| 1860-1961, U|S| painter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moses",1,1,2 ], "primitives, who began to paint at the age of 75" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moshesh",1,1,1 ], "died 1870, African chief, who founded the Basotho nation, now Lesotho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moskva",1,1,1 ], "the Russian name for Moscow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moskva",1,1,2 ], "a river in the W central Soviet Union, rising in the Smolensk-Moscow upland," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moskva",1,1,2 ], "and flowing southeast through Moscow to the Oka River: linked with the River Volga" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moskva",1,1,2 ], "by the Moscow Canal| Length: about 500 km (310 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Moslem",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mosley",1,1,1 ], "Sir Oswald Ernald| born 1896, British politician; founder of the British Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mosley",1,1,1 ], "of Fascists (1932)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mosotho",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Basotho people| Former name: Basuto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moss",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, English racing driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mossi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of S Africa, living chiefly in Upper Volta: noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mossi",1,1,1 ], "for their use of cowry shells as currency and for their trading skill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mossi",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mossi",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Most Honourable",1,1,1 ], "a courtesy title applied to marquesses and members of the Privy Council and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Most Honourable",1,1,1 ], "the Order of Bath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Most Reverend",1,1,1 ], "a courtesy title applied to Anglican archbishops and Roman Catholic bishops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mosul",1,1,1 ], "(1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mosul",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Iraq, on the River Tigris opposite the ruins of Nineveh: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mosul",1,1,1 ], "important commercial centre with nearby Ayn Zalah oilfield; university| Pop|: 293,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mother Carey's chicken",1,1,1 ], "another name for storm petrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mother Goose",1,1,1 ], "London as Mother Goose's Melody" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mother Goose",1,1,1 ], "the imaginary author of the collection of nursery rhymes published in 1781 in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mother Hubbard",1,1,1 ], "a woman's full-length unbelted dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mother of God",1,1,1 ], "a title given to the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mother of Parliaments",1,1,1 ], "the British Parliament: the model and creator of many other Parliaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mother's Day",1,1,1 ], "the second Sunday in May, observed as a day in honour of mothers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mothering Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the fourth Sunday in Lent, when mothers traditionally receive presents from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mothering Sunday",1,1,1 ], "their children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Motherwell and Wishaw",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 74,184 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Motherwell and Wishaw",1,1,1 ], "a town in S central Scotland, in SE Strathclyde region on the River Clyde:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Motherwell and Wishaw",1,1,1 ], "formed by the union of the two towns in 1920; a coal-mining and industrial centre|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Motown",1,1,1 ], "harmony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Motown",1,1,1 ], "music combining rhythm and blues and pop, or gospel rhythms and modern ballad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Motu" ,1, 1, 1],"a member of an aboriginal people of S Papua",1). c_DEF([ "Motu" ,1, 1, 2],"the language of this people, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family",1). c_DEF([ "Motu" ,1, 1, 3],"sp| formerly) Police Motu",1). c_DEF([ "Motu" ,1, 1, 4],"a pidgin version of this language, widely used in Papua-New Guinea",1). c_DEF([ "Moulins",1,1,1 ], "a market town in central France, on the Allier River| Pop|: 26,906 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moulmein",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 172,569 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Moulmein",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Burma, near the mouth of the Salween River: exports teak and rice|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mound Builder",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of prehistoric inhabitants of the Mississippi region who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mound Builder",1,1,1 ], "built altar-mounds, tumuli, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mount Desert Island",1,1,1 ], "(108 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mount Desert Island",1,1,1 ], "an island off the coast of Maine: lakes and granite peaks| Area: 279 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mount Isa",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 32,850 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mount Isa",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Australia in NW Queensland: mining of copper and other minerals|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mount McKinley National Park",1,1,1 ], "7847 sq| km (3030 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mount McKinley National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in S central Alaska: contains part of the Alaska Range| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mount Rainier National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in W Washington, in the Cascade Range| Area: 976 sq| km (377" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mount Rainier National Park",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mountain Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "Mean Time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mountain Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "one of the standard times used in North America, seven hours behind Greenwich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mountain",1,1,1 ], "Robespierre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mountain",1,1,1 ], "an extremist faction during the French Revolution led by Danton and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mountbatten",1,1,1 ], "(1947-48)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mountbatten",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl Mountbatten of Burma| born 1900, British naval commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mountbatten",1,1,1 ], "Asia (1943-46)|He was the last viceroy of India (1947) and governor general" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mountbatten",1,1,1 ], "great-grandson of Queen Victoria| During World War II he was supreme allied commander in SE" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mountie",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moussorgsky",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Modest Petrovich)Mussorgsky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mousterian",1,1,1 ], "70,000-32,000 b|c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mousterian",1,1,1 ], "a culture characterized by flint flake tools and associated with Neanderthal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mousterian",1,1,1 ], "man, found throughout Europe, North Africa, and the Near East, dating from before" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mousterian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Movietone",1,1,1 ], "the earliest technique of including a soundtrack on film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Moviola",1,1,1 ], "a viewing machine used in cutting and editing film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mozambique Channel",1,1,1 ], "a strait between Mozambique and Madagascar| Length: about 1600 km (1000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mozambique Channel",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Width: 400 km (250 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mozambique",1,1,1 ], "Area: 771,124 sq| km (297,846 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mozambique",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Africa: colonized by the Portuguese from 1505 onwards and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mozambique",1,1,1 ], "independent republic in 1975| Currency: escudo| Capital: Maputo| Pop|: 8,233,834 (1970)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mozambique",1,1,1 ], "slave-trade centre until 1878; made an overseas province of Portugal in 1951; became an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mozarab",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a Christian of Moorish Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mozart" ,1, 1, 1],"1756-91, Austrian composer|A child prodigy and prolific genius, his works",1). c_DEF([ "Mozart" ,1, 1, 1],"include operas, such as",2). c_DEF([ "Mozart" ,1, 1, 2],"Don Giovanni (1787), and The Magic Flute (1791), symphonies, concertos for",1). c_DEF([ "Mozart" ,1, 1, 2],"piano, violin, clarinet, and French horn, string quartets and quintets, sonatas,",2). c_DEF([ "Mozart" ,1, 1, 2],"songs, and Masses, such as the unfinished Requiem (1791)| ?-Mozartean or Mozartian",3). c_DEF([ "Mo|",1,1,1 ], "Missouri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mren",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Moravia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,1 ], "239,222 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Mexico, capital of Yucatan state: founded in 1542 on the site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,1 ], "the ancient Mayan city of T'ho; centre of the henequen industry; university| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,2 ], "a city in W Venezuela: founded in 1558 by Spanish conquistadores; University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,2 ], "of Los Andes (1785)| Pop|: 74,214 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,3 ], "40,059 (1970)| Latin name: Augusta Emerita" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,3 ], "a market town in W Spain, in Estremadura, on the Guadiana River: founded in 25" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mrida",1,1,3 ], "b|c|; became the capital of Lusitania and one of the chief cities of Iberia| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mrike",1,1,1 ], "1804-1875, German poet, noted for his lyrics, such as On a Winter's Morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mrike",1,1,1 ], "before Sunrise and At Midnight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mrs| ",1,1,1 ], "a title used before the name or names of a married woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mr| ",1,1,1 ], "a title used before a man's name or names or before some office that he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mr| ",1,1,1 ], "holds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mr| ",1,1,2 ], "(in military contexts) a title used in addressing a warrant officer, officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mr| ",1,1,2 ], "cadet, or junior naval officer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mr| ",1,1,3 ], "a title placed before the surname of a surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ms-Th",1,1,1 ], "symbol for mesothorium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Msgr|",1,1,1 ], "Monsignor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mster",1,1,1 ], "Dortmund-Ems Canal: scene of the signing of the Treaty of Westphalia (1648); became capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mster",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW West Germany, capital of North Rhine-Westphalia state on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mster",1,1,1 ], "of Prussian Westphalia in 1815| Pop|: 199,748 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Msterberg",1,1,1 ], "1863-1916, German psychologist, in the U|S| from 1897, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Msterberg",1,1,1 ], "pioneering work in applied psychology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ms| ",1,1,1 ], "a title substituted for Mrs| or Miss before a woman's name to avoid making a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ms| ",1,1,1 ], "distinction between married and unmarried women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mtis",1,1,1 ], "North American Indian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mtis",1,1,1 ], "a person of mixed parentage, esp| the offspring of a French Canadian and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mtis",1,1,2 ], "a person having one eighth Negro ancestry; octoroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mt| Rev|",1,1,1 ], "Most Reverend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mt|",1,1,1 ], "mount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mt|",1,1,2 ], "mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mudjar",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish Moor, esp| one permitted to stay in Spain after the Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mudjar",1,1,1 ], "reconquest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mudjar",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a style of architecture orginated by Mudejares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mufti",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim legal expert and adviser on the law of the Koran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mufti",1,1,2 ], "(in the former Ottoman empire) the leader of the religious community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mufulira",1,1,1 ], "a mining town in the Copper Belt of Zambia| Pop|: 107,802 (1969)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mugabe",1,1,1 ], "Patriotic Front since 1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mugabe",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, Rhodesian politician; co-leader, with Joshua Nkomo, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muhammad Ali",1,1,1 ], "former name Cassius Clay| born 1942, U|S| boxer, who first became world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muhammad Ali",1,1,1 ], "heavyweight champion in 1964" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muhammad",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Mohammed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muhammadan",1,2,1 ], "another word for Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muharram",1,1,1 ], "the first month of the Islamic year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muir Glacier",1,1,1 ], "Mount Fairweather| Area: about 900 sq| km (350 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muir Glacier",1,1,1 ], "a glacier in SE Alaska, in the St| Elias Mountains, flowing southeast from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muir",1,1,1 ], "1887-1959, Scottish novelist, poet, and critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mukden",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Shenyang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mulciber",1,1,1 ], "another name for Vulcan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muldoon",1,1,1 ], "born 1921, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of New Zealand since 1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mulhac",1,1,1 ], "Height: 3478 m (11,410 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mulhac",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S Spain, in the Sierra Nevada: the highest peak in Spain|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mulhouse",1,1,1 ], "a city in E France, on the Rhone-Rhine canal: under German rule (1871-1918);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mulhouse",1,1,1 ], "textiles| Pop|: 119,326 (1975)| German name: Muhlhausen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mulki",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the former Hyderabad State in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mull",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 909 sq| km (351 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mull",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in W Scotland, the largest island of the Inner Hebrides," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mull",1,1,1 ], "separated from the mainland by the Sound of Mull| Chief town: Tobermory| Pop|: 1560" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muller",1,1,1 ], "1890-1967, U|S| geneticist, noted for his work on the transmutation of genes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muller",1,1,1 ], "by x-rays: Nobel prize for medicine 1946" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mulliken",1,1,1 ], "(1966) for his work on chemical bonding and the electronic structure of molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mulliken",1,1,1 ], "born 1896, U|S| physicist and chemist, who won the Nobel prize for chemistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Multan",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Pakistan, near the Chenab River| Pop|: 542,195 (1972)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mumford",1,1,1 ], "Roots of Contemporary Architecture (1972)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mumford",1,1,1 ], "born 1895, U|S| sociologist, whose works are chiefly concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mumford",1,1,1 ], "relationship between man and his environment| They include The City in History (1962) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Munch" ,1, 1, 1],"1863-1944, Norwegian painter and engraver, whose works, often on the theme of",1). c_DEF([ "Munch" ,1, 1, 1],"death, include",2). c_DEF([ "Munch" ,1, 1, 2],"a major influence on the expressionists, esp| on die Brucke",1). c_DEF([ "Munda",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages spoken by scattered peoples throughout central India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munda",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of these peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munich Pact",1,1,1 ], "1938, to settle the crisis over Czechoslovakia, by which the Sudetenland was ceded to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Munich Pact",1,1,1 ], "Germany" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Munich Pact",1,1,1 ], "the pact signed by Germany, Great Britain, France, and Italy on Sept| 29," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munich",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW West Germany, capital of the state of Bavaria, on the Isar River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munich",1,1,1 ], "headquarters of the Nazi movement in the 1920s; a major financial, commercial, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Munich",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing centre| Pop|: 1,336,576 (1974 est|)| German name: Munchen" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Munich",1,1,1 ], "the third largest city in West Germany; became capital of Bavaria in 1508;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Munro",1,1,1 ], "Sir HH, pen name Saki| 1870-1916, Scottish author, born in Burma, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munro",1,1,1 ], "his collections of satirical short stories, such as Reginald" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Munro",1,1,2 ], "(1904) and Beasts and Superbeasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munro",1,1,3 ], "(1914)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munsell scale",1,1,1 ], "a standard chromaticity scale used in specifying colour| It gives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munsell scale",1,1,1 ], "approximately equal changes in visual hue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Munster",1,1,1 ], "Waterford| Capital: Cork| Pop|: 882,002 (1971)| Area: 24,125 sq| km (9315 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Munster",1,1,1 ], "a province of SW Ireland: the largest of the four provinces and historically a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Munster",1,1,1 ], "kingdom; consists of the counties of Clare, Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muntz metal",1,1,1 ], "a type of brass consisting of three parts copper and two parts zinc, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muntz metal",1,1,1 ], "casting and extrusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murasaki Shikibu",1,1,1 ], "11th-century Japanese authoress of The Tale of Genji, perhaps the world's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murasaki Shikibu",1,1,1 ], "first novel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murat",1,1,1 ], "(1808-15)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murat",1,1,1 ], "1767-1815, French marshal, during the Napoleonic Wars king of Naples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murcia",1,1,1 ], "Moors in the 8th century; an independent Muslim kingdom in the 11th and 12th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murcia",1,1,1 ], "a region and ancient kingdom of SE Spain, on the Mediterranean: taken by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murcia",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Murcia",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Spain, capital of Murcia province: trading centre for a rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murcia",1,1,2 ], "agricultural region; silk industry; university (1915)| Pop|: 243,759 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murdoch",1,1,1 ], "(1958), A Severed Head (1961; play 1963), The Red and the Green (1965), A Word Child" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murdoch",1,1,1 ], "(1975), and Henry and Cato (1976)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Murdoch",1,1,1 ], "born 1919, British novelist and philosopher| Her novels include The Bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mure",1,1,1 ], "Mountains and flowing west to the Tisza River at Szeged, Hungary| Length: 885 km (550" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mure",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE central Europe, rising in central Rumania in the Carpathian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mure",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Hungarian name: Maros" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Murillo",1,1,1 ], "1618-82, Spanish painter, esp| of religious subjects and beggar children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murman Coast",1,1,1 ], "a coastal region of the NW Soviet Union, in the north of the Kola Peninsula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murman Coast",1,1,1 ], "within the Arctic Circle, but ice-free" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murmansk",1,1,1 ], "a port in the NW Soviet Union, on the Kola Inlet of the Barents Sea: founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murmansk",1,1,1 ], "fishing fleet| Pop|: 358,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Murmansk",1,1,1 ], "in 1915; the world's largest town north of the Arctic Circle, with a large" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murphy bed",1,1,1 ], "a bed designed to be folded or swung into a cabinet when not in use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murphy",1,1,1 ], "1934" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Murphy",1,1,1 ], "born 1892, U|S| physician: with G| R| Minot, he discovered the liver treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murphy",1,1,1 ], "for anaemia and they shared, with G| H| Whipple, the Nobel prize for medicine in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",1,1,1 ], "SE South Australia, then south into the Indian Ocean at Encounter Bay: the main" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Australia, rising in New South Wales and flowing northwest into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",1,1,1 ], "river of Australia, important for irrigation and power| Length: 2590 km (1609 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",2,1,1 ], "Sir (George)Gilbert 1866-1957, British classical scholar, born in Australia:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",2,1,1 ], "noted for his verse translations of Greek dramatists, esp| Euripides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",2,1,2 ], "Sir James Augustus Henry| 1837-1915, Scottish lexicographer; one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",2,1,2 ], "original editors (1879-1915) of what became the Oxford English Dictionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",2,1,3 ], "Lionel, known as Len| born 1922, English trades union leader; general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murray",2,1,3 ], "secretary of the Trades Union Congress since 1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Murrumbidgee",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Australia, rising in S New South Wales and flowing north and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Murrumbidgee",1,1,1 ], "west to the Murray River: important for irrigation| Length: 1690 km (1050 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Musca" ,1, 2, 1],"Chamaeleon",2). c_DEF([ "Musca" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation in the S hemisphere lying between the Southern Cross and",1). c_DEF([ "Muscat and Oman",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1970) of (the Sultanate of)Oman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muscat",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Arabic name: Masqat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Muscat",1,1,1 ], "port from the early 16th century; controlled by Persia (1650-1741)| Pop|: 7650 (1971" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muscat",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, a port on the Gulf of Oman: a Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovite",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Moscow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovite",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for Russian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovy duck",1,1,1 ], "a large crested widely domesticated South American duck, Cairina moschata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovy duck",1,1,1 ], "bill" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovy duck",1,1,1 ], "having a greenish-black plumage with white markings and a large red caruncle on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovy",1,1,1 ], "a Russian principality (13th to 16th centuries), of which Moscow was the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovy",1,1,1 ], "capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muscovy",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for Russia and Moscow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muse",1,1,1 ], "Calliope, Clio, Erato, Euterpe, Melpomene, Polyhymnia, Terpsichore, Thalia, and Urania" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Muse",1,1,1 ], "a different art or science| Daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, the nine are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muse",1,1,1 ], "any of nine sister goddesses, each of whom was regarded as the protectress of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Musil" ,1, 1, 1],"1880-1942, Austrian novelist, whose novel",1). c_DEF([ "Musil" ,1, 1, 2],"is an ironic examination of contemporary ills|",1). c_DEF([ "Muskhogean",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muslim",1,1,1 ], "a follower of the religion of Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muslim",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Islam, its doctrines, culture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Musset" ,1, 1, 1],"1810-57, French romantic poet and dramatist: his works include the play",1). c_DEF([ "Musset" ,1, 1, 2],"and the lyrics Les Nuits (1835-37), tracing his love affair with George Sand",1). c_DEF([ "Mussolini",1,1,1 ], "Sicily (1943) and was eventually shot by Italian partisans" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Mussolini",1,1,1 ], "assumed dictatorial powers| He annexed Abyssinia and allied Italy with Germany (1936)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Mussolini",1,1,1 ], "entering World War II in 1940| He was forced to resign following the Allied invasion of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Mussolini",1,1,1 ], "known as il Duce| 1883-1945, Italian Fascist dictator| After the Fascist march" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mussolini",1,1,1 ], "on Rome, he was appointed prime minister by King Victor Emmanuel III (1922) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mussorgsky" ,1, 1, 1],"1839-81, Russian composer|He translated inflections of speech into melody in",1). c_DEF([ "Mussorgsky" ,1, 1, 1],"such works as the song cycle",2). c_DEF([ "Mussorgsky" ,1, 1, 2],"Songs and Dances of Death",1). c_DEF([ "Mussorgsky" ,1, 1, 3],"Exhibition (1874) for piano",2). c_DEF([ "Mussorgsky" ,1, 1, 3],"and the opera Boris Godunov (1874)|His other works include Pictures at an",1). c_DEF([ "Mussulman",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mus|B|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mus|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mus|M|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mutazilite",1,1,1 ], "a member of an 8th-century liberal Muslim sect, later merged into the Shiahs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muttra",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Mathura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muzak",1,1,1 ], "entertain, increase sales or production, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muzak",1,1,1 ], "recorded light music played in shops, restaurants, factories, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Muzorewa",1,1,1 ], "(1978) that attempted to pave the way for black majority rule in Rhodesia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Muzorewa",1,1,1 ], "National Council since 1971|He was one of the negotiators of the internal settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Muzorewa",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, Rhodesian Methodist bishop and politician president of the African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mweru",1,1,1 ], "a lake in central Africa, on the border between Zambia and Zaire| Area: 4196" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mweru",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1620 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mx",1,1,1 ], "symbol for maxwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "My Lai",1,1,1 ], "a village in S Vietnam where in 1968 U|S| troops massacred over 100 civilians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mycenae",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city in the NE Peloponnesus on the plain of Argos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mycenaean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Mycenae or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mycenaean",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Aegean civilization of Mycenae (1400 to 1100 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mycostatin",1,1,1 ], "a brand of nystatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mynheer",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch title of address equivalent to Sir when used alone or to Mr| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mynheer",1,1,1 ], "placed before a name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Myrmidon",1,1,1 ], "Thessaly and were led against Troy by Achilles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Myrmidon",1,1,1 ], "one of a race of people whom Zeus made from a nest of ants| They settled in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Myrmidon",1,1,2 ], "a follower or henchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Myron",1,1,1 ], "5th-century b|c| Greek sculptor| He worked mainly in bronze and introduced a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Myron",1,1,1 ], "greater variety of pose into Greek sculpture, as in his Discobolus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mysia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region in the NW corner of Asia Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mysore",1,1,1,1 ], "city in S India, in S Karnataka state: former capital of the state of Mysore;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mysore",1,1,1,1 ], "manufacturing and trading centre; university (1916)| Pop|: 35585 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mysore",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1973) of Karnataka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mytilene",1,1,1 ], "23,447 (1971)| Modern Greek name: Mitilini" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Mytilene",1,1,1 ], "a port on the Greek island of Lesbos: Roman remains; Byzantine fortress| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mytilene",1,1,2 ], "a former name for Lesbos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Mzi",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE France, on the River Meuse opposite Charleville" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M| Com|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M| Econ|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Economics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,1 ], "Majesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,10 ], "Also: M French| Monsieur| French equivalent of Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,11 ], "mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,2 ], "Manitoba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,4 ], "Master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,5 ], "Medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,6 ], "(in titles) Member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,7 ], "Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,8 ], "million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|",1,1,9 ], "Monday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Agr|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Arch|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|A|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|A|",1,1,2 ], "mental age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|A|",1,1,3 ], "Military Academy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|B|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|B|A|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Business Administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|B|E|",1,1,1 ], "Member of the Order of the British Empire (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Ch|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|C|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|C|",1,1,2 ], "Medium Coeli|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|C|",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) Member of Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|C|",1,1,4 ], "(in Britain) Military Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|C|C|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Marylebone Cricket Club",1). c_DEF([ "M|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|D|",1,1,2 ], "Medical Department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|D|",1,1,3 ], "mentally deficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|D|",1,1,4 ], "Managing Director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|D|S|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Dental Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Ed|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|E|",1,1,1 ], "Marine Engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|E|",1,1,2 ], "Mechanical Engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|E|",1,1,3 ], "Methodist Episcopal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|E|",1,1,4 ], "Mining Engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|E|",1,1,5 ], "(in titles) Most Excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|G|B|",1,1,1 ], "Ministry of State Security; the Soviet secret police from 1946 to 1954" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|H|A|(in Australia)" ,1, 1, 1],"Member of the House of Assembly",1). c_DEF([ "M|H|R|(in the U|S| and Australia)" ,1, 1, 1],"Member of the House of Representatives",1). c_DEF([ "M|I|A|",1,1,1 ], "Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|I|Min|E|",1,1,1 ], "Member of the Institute of Mining Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|I|Mun|E|",1,1,1 ], "Member of the Institution of Municipal Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|I|T|",1,1,1 ], "Massachusetts Institute of Technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Litt|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Master of Letters",1). c_DEF([ "M|L|",1,1,1 ], "Medieval Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|L|A|",1,1,1 ], "Member of the Legislative Assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|L|A|",1,1,2 ], "Modern Language Association (of America)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|L|C|(in India)" ,1, 1, 1],"Member of the Legislative Council",1). c_DEF([ "M|L|G|",1,1,1 ], "Middle Low German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Mus|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|M|",1,1,1 ], "Military Medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|N|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Merchant Navy",1). c_DEF([ "M|O|",1,1,1 ], "Medical Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|O|D|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Ministry of Defence",1). c_DEF([ "M|O|H|(in Brit|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Medical Officer of Health",1). c_DEF([ "M|O|T| test",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a compulsory annual test of the roadworthiness of motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|O|T| test",1,1,1 ], "over a certain age, carried out on behalf of the Department of the Environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "M|O|T|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 2],"Ministry of Transport (Industries)",1). c_DEF([ "M|O|T|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 3],"the M|O|T| test or test certificate",1). c_DEF([ "M|Phil|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|P|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Member of Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|P|",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) Metropolitan Police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|P|",1,1,3 ], "Military Police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|P|",1,1,4 ], "Mounted Police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|P|S|",1,1,1 ], "Member of the Pharmaceutical Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|P|S|",1,1,2 ], "Member of the Philological Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|P|S|",1,1,3 ], "Member of the Physical Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|R|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Master of the Rolls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|R|",1,1,2 ], "motivation(al) research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|R|C|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Medical Research Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Sc|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|S|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|S|",1,1,2 ], "(on gravestones, etc|) memoriae sacrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|S|",1,1,3 ], "multiple sclerosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "Mountain Standard Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Tech|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|V|",1,1,1 ], "motor vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|V|",1,1,2 ], "muzzle velocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|V|D|",1,1,1 ], "Ministry of Internal Affairs; the Soviet police organization since 1946" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|V|O|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Member of the Royal Victorian Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|V|Sc|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Veterinary Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|V|S|",1,1,1 ], "Master of Veterinary Surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "M|Y|",1,1,1 ], "motor yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,1 ], "Gard aqueduct| Pop|: 133,942 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,1 ], "a city in S France: Roman remains including an amphitheatre and the Pont du" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,1 ], "en" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,2 ], "knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,3 ], "newton(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,4 ], "nitrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,5 ], "North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,6 ], "Avogadro's number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,7 ], "noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,8 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N",1,1,9 ], "Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Netherlands Antilles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NAAFI",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Navy, Army, and Air Force Institutes: an organization providing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NAAFI",1,1,1 ], "canteens, shops, etc|, for British military personnel at home or overseas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NAAFI",1,1,2 ], "a canteen, shop, etc|, run by this organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NAD",1,1,1 ], "metabolic reactions, esp| in tissue respiration| Former name: DPN" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NAD",1,1,1 ], "nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide; a coenzyme that is a hydrogen carrier in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NADH",1,1,1 ], "the chemically reduced form of NAD" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NADP",1,1,1 ], "nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate; a coenzyme with functions similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NADP",1,1,1 ], "to those of NAD| Former name: TPN" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NALGO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for National and Local Government Officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NAND circuit",1,1,1 ], "a computer logic circuit having two or more input wires and one output wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NAND circuit",1,1,1 ], "that has an output signal if one or more of the input signals are at a low voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NASA",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NASA",1,1,2 ], "acronym for National Aeronautics and Space Administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NATO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for North Atlantic Treaty Organization, an international organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NATO",1,1,1 ], "composed of the U|S|, Canada, Iceland, Britain, and 11 other European countries:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NATO",1,1,1 ], "established by the North Atlantic Treaty (1949) for purposes of collective security" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "NATSOPA",1,1,1 ], "Personnel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NATSOPA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for National Society of Operative Printers, Graphical and Media" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NB",1,1,1 ], "nota bene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NBC(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"National Broadcasting Company",1). c_DEF([ "NE",1,1,1 ], "northeast(ern)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NEG(in transformational grammar)" ,1, 1, 1],"negative",1). c_DEF([ "NF",1,1,1 ], "Norman French (language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NF",1,1,2 ], "National Front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NF|",1,1,1 ], "Newfoundland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NGC",1,1,1 ], "New General Catalogue of Nebulae and Clusters of Stars; a catalogue in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NGC",1,1,1 ], "over 8000 nebulae, galaxies, and clusters are listed numerically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NGk",1,1,1 ], "New Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NIG",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Niger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NKVD",1,1,1 ], "1943-46" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NKVD",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet police and secret police from 1934 to 1943: the police from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NL",1,1,1 ], "New Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NMR",1,1,1 ], "nuclear magnetic resonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NNE",1,1,1 ], "north-northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NNW",1,1,1 ], "north-northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NOR circuit",1,1,1 ], "a logic circuit having two or more input wires and one output wire that has an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NOR circuit",1,1,1 ], "output signal only if all input signals are at a low voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NOT circuit",1,1,1 ], "a logic circuit that has a high-voltage output signal if the input signal is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NOT circuit",1,1,1 ], "low, and vice versa: used extensively in computers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NS" ,1, 1, 1],"not sufficient or not satisfactory",1). c_DEF([ "NS" ,1, 1, 2],"nuclear shi",1). c_DEF([ "NTP",1,1,1 ], "normal temperature and pressure: standard conditions of 0 degrees C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NTP",1,1,1 ], "temperature and 101|325 kPa (760 mmHg) pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "NUPE",1,1,1 ], "acronym for National Union of Public Employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NW",1,1,1 ], "northwest(ern)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "NZ",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Na",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Na-Dene",1,1,1 ], "Haida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Na-Dene",1,1,1 ], "a phylum of North American Indian languages including Athapascan, Tlingit, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nabataean",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Arab trading people who flourished southeast of Palestine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nabataean",1,1,1 ], "around Petra, in the Hellenistic and Roman periods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nabataean",1,1,2 ], "the extinct form of Aramaic spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nabis",1,1,1 ], "Vuillard, who reacted against the naturalism of the impressionists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nabis",1,1,1 ], "a group of French artists much influenced by Gauguin, including Bonnard and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nablus",1,1,1 ], "444,223 (1967 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nablus",1,1,1 ], "a town west of the River Jordan: near the site of ancient Shechem| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nabokov",1,1,1 ], "1899-1977, U|S| novelist, born in Russia| His works include Lolita (1955)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nabokov",1,1,1 ], "Pnin (1957), Pale Fire (1962), and Ada (1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nabonidus",1,1,1 ], "in 539 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nabonidus",1,1,1 ], "the father of Belshazzar; last king of Babylon before it was captured by Cyrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naboth",1,1,1 ], "Jezebel for refusing to sell his vineyard (I Kings 21)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naboth",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of Jezreel, murdered by King Ahab at the instigation of his wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naga",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of NE India and W Burma: until the early 20th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naga",1,1,1 ], "they practised headhunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naga",1,1,2 ], "and having many dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naga",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Sino-Tibetan family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagaland",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Kohima| Pop|: 515,449 (1971)| Area: 16,488 sq| km (6366 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nagaland",1,1,1 ], "Frontier Agency; inhabited chiefly by Naga tribes; consists of almost inaccessible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagaland",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE India: formed in 1962 from parts of Assam and the North-East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagaland",1,1,1 ], "forested hills and mountains (the Naga Hills); shifting cultivation predominates|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nagano",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 302,542 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagano",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on central Honshu: Buddhist shrine; two universities|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagari",1,1,1 ], "a set of scripts, including Devanagari, used as the writing systems for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagari",1,1,1 ], "several languages of India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagari",1,1,2 ], "another word for Devanagari" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagasaki",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nagasaki",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on W Kyushu: almost completely destroyed in 1945 by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagasaki",1,1,1 ], "second atomic bomb dropped on Japan by the U|S|; shipbuilding industry| Pop|: 445,655" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagorno-Karabakh Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "acquired by Russia in 1813| Capital: Stepanakert| Pop|: 150,313 (1970)| Area: 4400 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagorno-Karabakh Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, in the S Azerbaijan SSR:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagorno-Karabakh Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "km (1700 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nagoya",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 2,080,000 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagoya",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on S Honshu on Ise Bay: a major industrial centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagpur",1,1,1 ], "1861 to 1956| Pop|: 866,076 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nagpur",1,1,1 ], "a city in central India, in NE Maharashtra state: became capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagpur",1,1,1 ], "kingdom of Nagpur (1743); capital of the Central Provinces (later Madhya Pradesh) from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagy",1,1,1 ], "1896-1958, Hungarian statesman prime minister (1953-55; 1956)|He was removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagy",1,1,1 ], "from office and later executed when Soviet forces suppressed the revolution of 1956" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nagyszeben",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Sibiu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nagyvrad",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Oradea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naha",1,1,1 ], "Islands| Pop|: 276,380 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naha",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Japan, on the SW coast of Okinawa Island: chief city of the Ryukyu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nahuatl",1,1,1 ], "a member of one of a group of Central American and Mexican Indian peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nahuatl",1,1,1 ], "including the Aztecs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nahuatl",1,1,2 ], "the language of these peoples, belonging to the Uto-Aztecan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nahum",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the 7th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nahum",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nah|",1,1,1 ], "Nahum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nairn",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of NE Scotland, now part of the Highland region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nairobi",1,1,1 ], "National Park (a game reserve) is nearby| Pop|: 630,000 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nairobi",1,1,1 ], "founded in 1899; became capital in 1905; commercial and industrial centre; the Nairobi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nairobi",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Kenya, in the southwest at an altitude of 1650 m (5500 ft|):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nakhichevan Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "1828| Capital: Nakhichevan| Pop|: 202,187 (1970)| Area: 5500 sq| km (2120 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nakhichevan Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "SSR, from which it is separated by part of the Armenian SSR; annexed by Russia in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nakhichevan Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union: belongs to the Azerbaijan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nakhichevan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Nakhichevan ASSR: an ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nakhichevan",1,1,1 ], "trading town; ceded to Russia in 1828| Pop|: 33,279 (1970)| Ancient name: Naxuana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nakuru",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Kenya, on Lake Nakuru: commercial centre of an agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nakuru",1,1,1 ], "region| Pop|: 47,800 (1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nalchik",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Kabardino-Balkar ASSR, in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nalchik",1,1,1 ], "valley of the Greater Caucasus: health resort| Pop|: 188,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nam Tso",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 1800 sq| km (700 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nam Tso",1,1,1 ], "a salt lake in SW China, in SE Tibet at an altitude of 4629 m (15,186 ft|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nama",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Hottentot people living chiefly in Namaqualand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nama",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nama",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Hottentot spoken by this people, belonging to the Khoisan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namangan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S central Soviet Union, in the E Uzbek SSR| Pop|: 209,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namangan",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Namaqualand",1,1,1 ], "Namaqualand in South Africa, and Great Namaqualand in South West Africa; rich mineral" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Namaqualand",1,1,1 ], "a semiarid coastal region of South West Africa, extending from near Windhoek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namaqualand",1,1,1 ], "into Cape Province, South Africa: divided by the Orange River into Little" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Namaqualand",1,1,1 ], "resources| Area: 47,961 sq| km (18,518 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Namen",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Namur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namhoi",1,1,1 ], "another name for Fatshan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namibia",1,1,1 ], "the name recognized by the United Nations (since 1968) for South West Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namur",1,1,1 ], "a province of S Belgium| Capital: Namur| Pop|: 390,442 (1975 est|)| Area: 3660" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namur",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1413 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Namur",1,1,2 ], "32,269 (1970)|Flemish name Namen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Namur",1,1,2 ], "a town in S Belgium, capital of Namur province: strategically situated on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Namur",1,1,2 ], "promontory between the Sambre and Meuse Rivers, besieged and captured many times| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nan Shan",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in N central China, mainly in Tsinghai province, with peaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nan Shan",1,1,1 ], "over 6000 m (20,000 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nan-ching",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Nanking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nanak",1,1,1 ], "1469-1538, Indian religious leader; founder of Sikhism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nanchang",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in SE China, capital of Kiangsi province, on the Kan River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nanchang",1,1,1 ], "largest city in the Poyang basin| Pop|: 675,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nancy",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nancy",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE France: became the capital of the dukes of Lorraine in the 12th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nancy",1,1,1 ], "century, becoming French in 1766; administrative and financial centre| Pop|: 111,493" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nanda Devi",1,1,1 ], "(25,645 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nanda Devi",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N India, in N Uttar Pradesh in the Himalayas| Height: 7817 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nanga Parbat",1,1,1 ], "(26,660 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nanga Parbat",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N India, in NW Kashmir in the W Himalayas| Height: 8126 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nanking",1,1,1 ], "a port in E central China, capital of Kiangsu province, on the Yangtze River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nanking",1,1,1 ], "capital of Nationalist China (1928-37); university (1928)| Pop|: 1,750,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nanking",1,1,1 ], "capital of the Chinese empire and a literary centre from the 14th to 17th centuries;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nanning",1,1,1 ], "a port in S China, capital of Kwangsi-Chuang AR, on the Siang River: rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nanning",1,1,1 ], "links with North Vietnam| Pop|: 550,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nanook",1,1,1 ], "the polar bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen bottle",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used by oceanographers for obtaining samples of seawater from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen bottle",1,1,1 ], "desired depth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen passport",1,1,1 ], "War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen passport",1,1,1 ], "a passport issued to stateless persons by the League of Nations after World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen",1,1,1 ], "1861-1930, Norwegian arctic explorer, statesman, and scientist|He crossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen",1,1,1 ], "86 degrees 14''N (1895)| He was the League of Nations' high commissioner for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen",1,1,1 ], "Greenland (1888-89) and attempted to reach the North Pole (1893-96), attaining a record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nansen",1,1,1 ], "refugees (1920-22): Nobel peace prize 1922" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nanterre",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nanterre",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France, on the Seine: an industrial suburb of Paris| Pop|: 96,004" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nantes",1,1,1 ], "263,689 (1975)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nantes",1,1,1 ], "a port in W France, at the head of the Loire estuary: scene of the signing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nantes",1,1,1 ], "extensive shipyards, and large metallurgical and food processing industries| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nantes",1,1,1 ], "the Edict of Nantes and of the Noyades (drownings) during the French Revolution;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nantucket",1,1,1 ], "a resort| Length: nearly 24 km (15 miles)| Width: 5 km (3 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nantucket",1,1,1 ], "an island off SE Massachusetts: formerly a centre of the whaling industry; now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nantung",1,1,1 ], "(1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nantung",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in Kiangsu province on the Yangtze estuary| Pop|: 260,400" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naoise",1,1,1 ], "the husband of Deirdre, killed by his uncle Conchobar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naomi",1,1,1 ], "the mother-in-law of Ruth (Ruth 1:2)| Douay spelling: Noemi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naphtali",1,1,1 ], "Jacob's sixth son, whose mother was Rachel's handmaid (Genesis 30:7-8)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naphtali",1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naphtali",1,1,3 ], "central Galilee| Douay spelling: Nephtali" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naphtali",1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe, between the Sea of Galilee and the mountains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napier",1,1,1 ], "Sir Charles James| 1782-1853, British general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napier",1,1,2 ], "John| 1550-1617, Scottish mathematician: invented logarithms and pioneered the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napier",1,1,2 ], "decimal notation used today" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Napier",2,1,1 ], "Pop|: 40,186 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Napier",2,1,1 ], "a port in New Zealand, on E North Island on Hawke Bay: wool trade centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napier's bones",1,1,1 ], "a set of graduated rods formerly used for multiplication and division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napierian logarithm",1,1,1 ], "another name for natural logarithm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naples yellow",1,1,1 ], "a permanent yellow pigment, used by artists; lead antimonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naples yellow",1,1,2 ], "a similar pigment consisting of a mixture of zinc oxide with yellow colouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naples yellow",1,1,2 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naples yellow",1,1,3 ], "the colour of either of these pigments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naples",1,1,1 ], "Napoli" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Naples",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Italy, capital of Campania region, on the Bay of Naples: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naples",1,1,1 ], "incorporated into the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies in 1140 and its capital (1282-1503);" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Naples",1,1,1 ], "third largest city in the country; founded by Greeks in the 6th century b|c|;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naples",1,1,1 ], "university (1224)| Pop|: 1,223,785 (1975 est|)| Ancient name: Neapolis| Italian name:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Naples",1,1,2 ], "Bay of| an inlet of the Tyrrhenian Sea in the SW coast of Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "came to power as the result of a coup in 1799 and established an extensive European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "defeated at Leipzig (1813)| He went into exile but escaped and ruled as emperor during" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "empire| A brilliant general, he defeated every European coalition against him until," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "full name Napoleon Bonaparte| 1769-1821, Emperor of the French (1804-15)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "his achievements were of lasting significance and include the Code Napoleon, which" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "irreparably weakened by the Peninsular War and the Russian campaign (1812), his armies were" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "remains the basis of French law" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon I",1,1,1 ], "the Hundred Days| He was finally defeated at Waterloo (1815)| As an administrator," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon II",1,1,1 ], "Duke of Reichstadt| 1811-32, son of Napoleon Bonaparte and Marie Louise| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon II",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon II by Bonapartists after Napoleon I's death (1821)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon II",1,1,1 ], "was known as the King of Rome during the first French empire and was entitled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon",1,1,1 ], "Emperor of the French (1852-70); nephew of Napoleon I| He led two abortive Bonapartist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon",1,1,1 ], "deposed after the disastrous Franco-Prussian War" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon",1,1,1 ], "establishing the Second Empire in 1852| Originally successful in foreign affairs, he was" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon",1,1,1 ], "known asLouis-Napoleon;full name Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte| 1808-73," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleon",1,1,1 ], "risings (1836; 1840) and was elected president of the Second Republic (1848)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleonic Code",1,1,1 ], "the English name for the Code Napoleon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleonic Wars",1,1,1 ], "(principally) England, Prussia, Russia, and Austria either alone or in alliances (1799-1815)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleonic Wars",1,1,1 ], "the series of wars fought between France, under Napoleon Bonaparte, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napoleonic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of Napoleon I or his era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Napoli",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Naples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nara",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 247,082 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nara",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on S Honshu: the first capital of Japan (710-784)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narayanganj",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 186,769 (1974)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Narayanganj",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Bangladesh, on the Ganges delta just southeast of Dacca|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narbada",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Narmada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narbonne",1,1,1 ], "Narbonensis;harbour silted up in the 14th century| Pop|: 40,543 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Narbonne",1,1,1 ], "a city in S France: capital of the Roman province of Gallia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narcissus",1,1,1 ], "a beautiful youth who fell in love with his reflection in a pool and pined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narcissus",1,1,1 ], "away, becoming the flower that bears his name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Narmada",1,1,1 ], "Length: 1290 km (801 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Narmada",1,1,1 ], "a river in central India, rising in Madhya Pradesh and flowing generally west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narmada",1,1,1 ], "to the Gulf of Cambay in a wide estuary: the second most sacred river in India|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Narraganset",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living in Rhode Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narraganset",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narragansett Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic in SE Rhode Island: contains several islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narragansett Bay",1,1,1 ], "including Rhode Island, Prudence Island, and Conanicut Island" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Narva",1,1,1 ], "Gulf of Finland: developed around a Danish fortress in the 13th century; textile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Narva",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Soviet Union, in the Estonian SSR on the Narva River near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Narva",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 57,863 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Narvik",1,1,1 ], "Kiruna and Gallivare (Sweden)| Pop|: 13,182 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Narvik",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Norway: scene of two naval battles in 1940; exports iron ore from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naseby",1,1,1 ], "a village in Northamptonshire: site of a major Parliamentarian victory (1645)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naseby",1,1,1 ], "in the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,1 ], "John| 1752-1835, English town planner and architect| He designed Regent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,1 ], "Park, Regent Street, and the Marble Arch in London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,2 ], "Ogden| 1902-71, U|S| humorous poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,3 ], "Paul| 1889-1946, English painter, noted esp| as a war artist in both World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,3 ], "Wars and for his landscapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,4 ], "Richard, known as Beau Nash| 1674-1762, English dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,5 ], "Sir Walter| 1882-1968, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nash",1,1,5 ], "of New Zealand (1957-60)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nashe",1,1,1 ], "1567-1601, English pamphleteer, satirist, and novelist, author of the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nashe",1,1,1 ], "picaresque novel in English, The Unfortunate Traveller, or the Life of Jack Wilton (1594)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nasho",1,1,1 ], "slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nasho",1,1,2 ], "compulsory military training; conscription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nasho",1,1,3 ], "a conscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nashville",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Tennessee, the state capital, on the Cumberland River: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nashville",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nashville",1,1,1 ], "industrial and commercial centre, noted for its recording industry| Pop|: 449,109 (1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nassau",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands and Luxembourg); annexed to the Prussian province of Hesse-Nassau in 1866;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nassau",1,1,1 ], "a region of central West Germany: formerly a duchy (1816-66), from which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nassau",1,1,1 ], "branch of the House of Orange arose (represented by the present rulers of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nassau",1,1,1 ], "corresponds to present-day W Hesse and NE Rhineland-Palatinate states|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nassau",1,1,2 ], "Island: resort| Pop|: 101,503 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nassau",1,1,2 ], "the capital and chief port of the Bahamas, on the NE coast of New Providence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nasser",1,1,1 ], "(1954)| His nationalization of the Suez Canal (1956) led to an international crisis," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nasser",1,1,1 ], "1918-70, Egyptian soldier and statesman president of Egypt (1956-70)| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nasser",1,1,1 ], "and during his presidency Egypt was twice defeated by Israel (1956; 1967)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nasser",1,1,1 ], "one of the leaders of the coup that deposed King Farouk (1952) and became premier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nastase",1,1,1 ], "born 1946, Rumanian tennis player: U|S| champion 1972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Natal",1,1,1 ], "(n@@!tl)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Natal",1,1,2 ], "South Africa in 1910| Capital: Pietermaritzburg| Pop|: 2,140,166 (1970)| Area: 86,967" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Natal",1,1,2 ], "a province of E South Africa, between the Drakensberg and the Indian Ocean:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Natal",1,1,2 ], "set up as a republic by the Boers in 1838; became a British colony in 1843; joined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Natal",1,1,2 ], "sq| km (33,578 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Natal",1,1,3 ], "a port in NE Brazil, capital of Rio Grande do Norte state, near the mouth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Natal",1,1,3 ], "the Potengi River| Pop|: 250,787 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nathan",1,1,1 ], "a prophet at David's court (II Samuel 7:1-17; 12:1-15)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nathanael",1,1,1 ], "(John 1:45-51; 21:1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nathanael",1,1,1 ], "a Galilean who is perhaps to be identified with Bartholomew among the apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Assembly",1,1,1 ], "Legislative Assembly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "National Assembly",1,1,1 ], "of the Estates General| It was dissolved in Sept| 1791 to be replaced by the new" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Assembly",1,1,1 ], "the body constituted by the French third estate in June 1789 after the calling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Bureau of Standards",1,1,1 ], "an organization, founded in 1901, whose function is to establish and maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Bureau of Standards",1,1,1 ], "standards for units of measurements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Convention",1,1,1 ], "a convention held every four years by each major U|S| political party to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Convention",1,1,1 ], "choose its presidential candidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Convention",1,1,2 ], "the longest lasting of the revolutionary assemblies, lasting from Sept| 1792" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Convention",1,1,2 ], "to Oct| 1795, when it was replaced by the Directory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Country Party",1,1,1 ], "an Australian political party drawing its main support from rural areas| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Country Party",1,1,1 ], "shortened to: National Party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Economic Development Council",1,1,1 ], "an advisory body on general economic policy in Britain, composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Economic Development Council",1,1,1 ], "representatives of government, management, and trade unions: established in 1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Enterprise Board",1,1,1 ], "a public corporation established in 1975 to help the economy of the UK," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Enterprise Board",1,1,1 ], "and restructuring" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "National Enterprise Board",1,1,1 ], "develop its industrial efficiency and international competitiveness, and support its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Enterprise Board",1,1,1 ], "productive employment: the board's activities include finance for industrial investment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "National Front",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a small political party of the right with racialist and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Front",1,1,1 ], "extremist policies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Guard",1,1,1 ], "in 1789 and existed intermittently until 1871" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Guard",1,1,1 ], "the armed force, first commanded by Lafayette, that was established in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Guard",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a state military force that can be called into federal service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Guard",1,1,2 ], "by the president" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Health Service",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the system of national medical services since 1948, financed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Health Service",1,1,1 ], "mainly by taxation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Liberation Front",1,1,1 ], "a revolutionary movement that seeks the national independence of a country," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Liberation Front",1,1,1 ], "usually by guerrilla warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Liberation Front",1,1,2 ], "a political organization formed in South Vietnam in 1960 by the Vietcong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Socialism",1,1,1 ], "Fuhrer, anti-Semitism, state control of the economy, and national expansion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National Socialism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrines and practices of the Nazis, involving the supremacy of Hitler as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Trust",1,1,1 ], "an organization concerned with the preservation of historic buildings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "National Trust",1,1,1 ], "incorporated by act of parliament in 1907" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "National Trust",1,1,1 ], "monuments and areas of the countryside of great beauty| It was founded in 1895 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "National",1,1,1 ], "short for the Grand National" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nationalist China",1,1,1 ], "an unofficial name for the Republic of China (Taiwan)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nationalist Party",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) the largest political party in Parliament: composed mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nationalist Party",1,1,1 ], "of right-wing Afrikaners|It has ruled since 1948" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Native States",1,1,1 ], "Sikkim, and Indore" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Native States",1,1,1 ], "states were Hyderabad, Gwalior, Baroda, Mysore, Cochin, Jammu and Kashmir, Travancore," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Native States",1,1,1 ], "the former 562 semi-independent states of India, ruled by Indians but subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Native States",1,1,1 ], "to varying degrees of British authority: merged with provinces by 1948; largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nativity",1,1,1 ], "the birth of Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nativity",1,1,2 ], "the feast of Christmas as a commemoration of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nativity",1,1,2,1 ], "an artistic representation of the circumstances of the birth of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nativity",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naucratis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city in N Egypt, in the Nile delta: founded in the 7th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naucratis",1,1,1 ], "century b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nauru",1,1,1 ], "Religion: Christian| Currency: Australian dollar| Pop|: 8000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 2130" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Nauru",1,1,1 ], "administered jointly by Australia, New Zealand, and Britain as a UN trust territory before" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nauru",1,1,1 ], "an island republic in the SW Pacific, west of the Gilbert Islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nauru",1,1,1 ], "becoming an independent member of the Commonwealth in 1968| The economy is based on" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nauru",1,1,1 ], "export of phosphates| Languages: Nauruan (a Malayo-Polynesian language) and English|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nauru",1,1,1 ], "hectares (5263 acres)| Former name: Pleasant Island" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Nausicaa",1,1,1 ], "Odysseus after discovering him on a beach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nausicaa",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of Alcinous, king of the Phaeacians, who assisted the shipwrecked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navaho",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navaho",1,1,2 ], "phylum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Navaho",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Athapascan group of the Na-Dene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navarino",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Pylos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navarre",1,1,1 ], "France in 1589| Capital: Pamplona| Spanish name: Navarra (na!$Barra)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Navarre",1,1,1 ], "a former kingdom of SW Europe: established in the 9th century by the Basques;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navarre",1,1,1 ], "the parts south of the Pyrenees joined Spain in 1515 and the N parts passed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Navigation Acts",1,1,1 ], "Independence" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Navigation Acts",1,1,1 ], "a series of acts of Parliament, the first of which was passed in 1381, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navigation Acts",1,1,1 ], "attempted to restrict to English ships the right to carry goods to and from England and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Navigation Acts",1,1,1 ], "its colonies| The attempt to enforce the acts helped cause the War of American" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Navratilova",1,1,1 ], "born 1956, Czech tennis player, living in the U|S|: Wimbledon champion 1978" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navy List",1,1,1 ], "an official list of all serving commissioned officers of the Royal Navy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Navy List",1,1,1 ], "reserve officers liable for recall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naxalite",1,1,1 ], "Bengal and which employs tactics of agrarian terrorism and direct action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Naxalite",1,1,1 ], "a member of an extreme Maoist group in India that originated in 1967 in West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naxos",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the S Aegean, the largest of the Cyclades: ancient centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naxos",1,1,1 ], "the worship of Dionysius| Pop|: 14,201 (1971)| Area: 438 sq| km (169 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nayarit",1,1,1 ], "Islands| Capital: Tepic| Pop|: 544,031 (1970)| Area: 27,621 sq| km (10,772 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nayarit",1,1,1 ], "a state of W Mexico, on the Pacific: includes the offshore Tres Marias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazarene",1,1,1 ], "Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nazarene",1,1,1 ], "an early name for a Christian (Acts 24:5) or (when preceded by the) for Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazarene",1,1,2 ], "Syria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nazarene",1,1,2 ], "a member of one of several groups of Jewish-Christians found principally in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazarene",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Nazareth or the Nazarenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazareth",1,1,1 ], "33,300 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nazareth",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Israel, in Lower Galilee: the home of Jesus in his youth| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazarite",1,1,1 ], "a religious ascetic of ancient Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naze",1,1,1 ], "a flat marshy headland in SE England, in Essex on the North Sea coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Naze",1,1,2 ], "another name for Lindesnes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazi",1,1,1 ], "a member of the National Socialist German Workers' Party, which was founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazi",1,1,1 ], "in 1919 and seized political control in Germany in 1933 under Adolf Hitler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nazi",1,1,2 ], "anyone who thinks or acts like a Nazi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazi",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to the Nazis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nazify",1,1,1 ], "to make Nazi in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nb",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for niobium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nberg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Nuremberg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nd",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for neodymium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ndjamena",1,1,1 ], "(until 1973): Fort Lamy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ndjamena",1,1,1 ], "Logone Rivers: trading centre for livestock| Pop|: 179,000 (1972 est|)| Former name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ndjamena",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Chad, in the southwest, at the confluence of the Shari and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ndola",1,1,1 ], "(1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ndola",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Zambia: copper, cobalt, and sugar refineries| Pop|: 159,786" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ne Win",1,1,1 ], "1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ne Win",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, Burmese statesman; prime minister (1958-60) and president since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ne",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for neon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neagh",1,1,1 ], "Isles| Area: 388 sq| km (150 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neagh",1,1,1 ], "a lake in Northern Ireland, in SW Co| Antrim: the largest lake in the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neanderthal man",1,1,1 ], "a type of primitive man, Homo neanderthalensis, or H| sapiens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neanderthal man",1,1,1 ], "neanderthalensis, occurring throughout much of Europe in late Palaeolithic times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neapolitan ice cream",1,1,1 ], "flavours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neapolitan ice cream",1,1,1 ], "ice cream, usually in brick form, with several layers of different colours and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neapolitan sixth",1,1,1 ], "(in musical harmony) a chord composed of the subdominant of the key, plus a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neapolitan sixth",1,1,1 ], "a major chord built upon the flatted supertonic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Neapolitan sixth",1,1,1 ], "minor third and a minor sixth|Harmonically it is equivalent to the first inversion of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neapolitan",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Naples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neapolitan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Naples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Near East",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Middle East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Near East",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the Balkan States and the area of the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nearctic",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting a zoogeographical region consisting of North America, north of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nearctic",1,1,1 ], "the tropic of Cancer, and Greenland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nebo",1,1,1 ], "(Deuteronomy 34:1)| Height: 806 m (2646 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nebo",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Jordan, northeast of the Dead Sea: the highest point of a ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nebo",1,1,1 ], "known as Pisgah, from which Moses viewed the Promised Land just before his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nebraska",1,1,1 ], "Lincoln| Pop|: 1,483,791 (1970)| Area: 197,974 sq| km (76,483 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nebraska",1,1,1 ], "a state of the western U|S|: consists of an undulating plain| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nebr|",1,1,1 ], "Nebraska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nebuchadnezzar",1,1,1 ], "a wine bottle, used esp| for display, holding the equivalent of twenty normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nebuchadnezzar",1,1,1 ], "bottles (approximately 520 ounces)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nebuchadnezzar",2,1,1 ], "a king of Babylon, 605-562 b|c|, who conquered and destroyed Jerusalem and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nebuchadnezzar",2,1,1 ], "exiled the Jews to Babylon (II Kings 24-25)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neckar",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW West Germany, rising in the Black Forest and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neckar",1,1,1 ], "north into the Rhine at Mannheim| Length: 394 km (245 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Necker",1,1,1 ], "1732-1804, French financier and statesman, born in Switzerland finance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Necker",1,1,1 ], "1789 he recommended summoning the States General|His subsequent dismissal was one of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Necker",1,1,1 ], "minister of France (1777-81; 1788-90)| He attempted to reform the fiscal system and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Necker",1,1,1 ], "the causes of the storming of the Bastille (1789)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nederland",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nefertiti",1,1,1 ], "14th-century b|c| Egyptian queen; wife of Akhenaton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negev",1,1,1 ], "Egyptian forces in 1948| Chief town: Beersheba| Area: 12,820 sq| km (4950 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Negev",1,1,1 ], "region, with large areas under irrigation; scene of fighting between Israeli and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negev",1,1,1 ], "the S part of Israel, on the Gulf of Aqaba: a triangular-shaped semidesert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negress",1,1,1 ], "a female Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negri Sembilan",1,1,1 ], "a state of S West Malaysia: mostly mountainous, with large areas under paddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negri Sembilan",1,1,1 ], "and rubber| Capital: Seremban| Pop|: 480,053 (1970)| Area: 6643 sq| km (2565 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negri Sembilan",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Negrillo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a dwarfish Negro race of central and southern Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negritic",1,1,1 ], "relating to the Negroes or the Negritos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negrito",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various dwarfish Negroid peoples of SE Asia and Melanesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negro spiritual",1,1,1 ], "a type of religious song originating among Negro slaves in the American South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the dark-skinned indigenous peoples of Africa and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",1,1,1 ], "descendants elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",1,2,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of Negroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,1 ], "(1400 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,1 ], "Brazil and continuing southeast to join the Amazon at Manaus| Length: about 2250 km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,1 ], "a river in NW South America, rising in E Colombia (as the Guain'ia) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,1 ], "flowing east, then south as part of the border between Colombia and Venezuela, entering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,2 ], "(630 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,2 ], "Limay Rivers and flowing east and southeast to the Atlantic| Length: about 1014 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,2 ], "a river in S central Argentina, formed by the confluence of the Neuquen and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,3 ], "Uruguay River| Length: about 467 km (290 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negro",2,1,3 ], "a river in central Uruguay, rising in S Brazil and flowing southwest into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negroid",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to one of the major racial groups of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negroid",1,1,1 ], "full lips| This group includes the indigenous peoples of Africa south of the Sahara," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Negroid",1,1,1 ], "mankind, characterized by brown-black skin, crisp or woolly hair, a broad flat nose, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negroid",1,1,1 ], "their descendants elsewhere, and some Melanesian peoples" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Negroid",1,2,1 ], "a member of this racial group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negrophil",1,1,1 ], "a person who admires Negroes and their culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negrophobe",1,1,1 ], "a person who dislikes or fears Negroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negropont",1,1,1 ], "the former English name for Euboea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negropont",1,1,2 ], "the medieval English name for Chalcis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negros",1,1,1 ], "Bacolod| Pop|: 2,219,022 (1970)| Area: 13,670 sq| km (5278 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Negros",1,1,1 ], "an island of the central Philippines, one of the Visayan Islands| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Negus",1,1,1 ], "a title of the emperor of Ethiopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nehemiah",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish official at the court of Artaxerxes, king of Persia, who in 444 b|c|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nehemiah",1,1,1 ], "became a leader in the rebuilding of Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nehemiah",1,1,2 ], "the book recounting the acts of Nehemiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nehru",1,1,1 ], "Jawaharlal (d#f@@@@!l$a$:l)| 1889-1964, Indian statesman and nationalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nehru",1,1,1 ], "a policy of noncooperation with Britain during World War II| He was the first" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nehru",1,1,1 ], "leader| He spent several periods in prison for his nationalist activities and practised" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nehru",1,1,1 ], "prime minister of the republic of India (1947-64)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nehru",1,1,2 ], "and journalist; first president of the reconstructed Indian National Congress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nehru",1,1,2 ], "his father, Motilal (m@@$ut$I!l$a$:l)| 1861-1931, Indian nationalist, lawyer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neh|",1,1,1 ], "Nehemiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neisse",1,1,1 ], "the German name for the Nysa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nejd",1,1,1 ], "a region of central Saudi Arabia: formerly an independent sultanate of Arabia;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nejd",1,1,1 ], "about 4,000,000 (1970 est|)| Area: about 1,087,800 sq| km (420,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nejd",1,1,1 ], "united with Hejaz to form the kingdom of Saudi Arabia (1932)| Capital: Riyadh| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nekrasov",1,1,1 ], "1821-77, Russian poet, who wrote chiefly about the sufferings of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nekrasov",1,1,1 ], "peasantry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in E Lancashire: textile industry| Pop|: 31,225 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 29,282 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",1,1,2 ], "a port in New Zealand, on N South Island on Tasman Bay: inter-island shipping|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",1,1,3 ], "River| a river in central Canada, in N central Manitoba, flowing from Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",1,1,3 ], "Winnipeg northeast to Hudson Bay| Length: about 650 km (400 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",2,1,1 ], "Vincent and in 1798 almost destroyed the French fleet at the battle of the Nile| He was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",2,1,1 ], "Viscount Nelson| 1758-1805, British naval commander during the Revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",2,1,1 ], "and Napoleonic Wars| He became rear admiral in 1797 after the battle of Cape St|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nelson",2,1,1 ], "killed at Trafalgar (1805) after defeating Villeneuve's fleet" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Neman",1,1,1 ], "Polish name: Niemen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Neman",1,1,1 ], "a river in the W Soviet Union, rising in the Belorussian SSSR and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neman",1,1,1 ], "generally northwest through the Lithuanian SSR to the Baltic| Length: 937 km (582 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nembutal",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for pentobarbitone sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nemea",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a valley in N Argolis in the NE Peloponnesus site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nemea",1,1,1 ], "Nemean Games, a Panhellenic festival and athletic competition held every other year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nemean lion",1,1,1 ], "an enormous lion that was strangled by Hercules as his first labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nemery",1,1,1 ], "born 1930, Sudanese statesman and general president of the Sudan since 1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nemesis",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of retribution and vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nemesis",1,1,2 ], "any agency of retribution and vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Darwinism",1,1,1 ], "a modern theory of evolution that relates Darwinism to the occurrence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Darwinism",1,1,1 ], "inheritable variation by genetic mutation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Lamarckism",1,1,1 ], "a modern theory of evolution based on Lamarckism and emphasizing the influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Lamarckism",1,1,1 ], "of environmental factors on genetic changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Latin",1,1,1 ], "another term for New Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Latin",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to New Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Latin",1,2,2 ], "denoting or relating to language that developed from Latin; Romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Melanesian",1,1,1 ], "an English-based creole language widely spoken in the SW Pacific, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Melanesian",1,1,1 ], "borrowings from other languages, esp| Motu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Platonism",1,1,1 ], "Judeo-Christian and Eastern traditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neo-Platonism",1,1,1 ], "a philosophical system of the 3rd century a|d| combining elements of the Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neocene",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) of, denoting, or formed in the Miocene and Pliocene epochs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neocene",1,2,1 ], "the| the Neocene time or rock series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neogaea",1,1,1 ], "a zoogeographical area comprising the Neotropical region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neogene",1,1,1 ], "Holocene epochs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neogene",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed during the Miocene, Pliocene, Pleistocene, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neogene",1,2,1 ], "the| the Neogene period or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neolithic",1,1,1 ], "Europe from about 4000 to 2400 b|c| and was characterized by primitive crop-growing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neolithic",1,1,1 ], "and stock-rearing and the use of polished stone and flint tools and weapons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Neolithic",1,1,1 ], "the cultural period that lasted in SW Asia from about 9000 to 6000 b|c| and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neolithic",1,2,1 ], "relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neoptolemus",1,1,1 ], "a son of Achilles and slayer of King Priam of Troy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neoscholasticism",1,1,1 ], "a revival of scholasticism that attempts to adapt it to the needs of modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neoscholasticism",1,1,1 ], "life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neotropical",1,1,1 ], "America south of the tropic of Cancer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neotropical",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting a zoogeographical region consisting of South America and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neozoic",1,1,1 ], "of or formed at any time after the end of the Mesozoic era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nepal",1,1,1 ], "140,797 sq| km (54,362 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Nepal",1,1,1 ], "Gurkhas; consists of swampy jungle in the south and great massifs, valleys, and gorges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nepal",1,1,1 ], "Mahayana Buddhist| Currency: rupee| Capital: Katmandu| Pop|: 11,555,983 (1971)| Area:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Nepal",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in S Asia: the world's only Hindu kingdom; united in 1768 by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nepal",1,1,1 ], "ft|)(notably Everest and Kanchenjunga)| Official language: Nepali| Religion: Hindu and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nepal",1,1,1 ], "of the Himalayas over the rest of the country, with many peaks over 8000 m (26,000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nepali",1,1,1 ], "forms the E group of Pahari and belongs to the Indic branch of Indo-European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nepali",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Nepal, also spoken in Sikkim and parts of India| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nepali",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Nepal; a Nepalese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nepali",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Nepal, its inhabitants, or their language; Nepalese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nepos",1,1,1 ], "100-25 b|c|, Roman historian and biographer; author of De Viris illustribus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neptune",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of the sea| Greek counterpart: Poseidon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neptune",2,1,1 ], "distance from sun: 4497 million km; period of revolution around sun: 164|8 years; period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neptune",2,1,1 ], "of rotation: 15|8 hours; diameter and mass: 3|5 and 17|46 times that of earth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Neptune",2,1,1 ], "respectively" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Neptune",2,1,1 ], "the eighth planet from the sun, having two satellites, Triton and Nereid| Mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neptunian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Neptune or the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neptunian",1,1,2 ], "of, occurring on, or relating to the planet Neptune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neptunian",1,1,3 ], "(of sedimentary rock formations such as dykes) formed under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nereid",1,1,1 ], "any of the 50 sea nymphs who were the daughters of the sea god Nereus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nereid",2,1,1 ], "one of the two natural satellites of the planet Neptune| It is the smaller of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nereid",2,1,1 ], "the two, and the more distant from the planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nereus",1,1,1 ], "a sea god who lived in the depths of the sea with his wife Doris and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nereus",1,1,1 ], "daughters the Nereides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neri",1,1,1 ], "Saint Philip| Italian name Filippo de' Neri| 1515-95, Italian priest; founder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neri",1,1,1 ], "of the Congregation of the Oratory (1564)| Feast day: May 26" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nernst heat theorem",1,1,1 ], "that tend to zero as the temperature approaches absolute zero" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nernst heat theorem",1,1,1 ], "the principle that reactions in crystalline solids involve changes in entropy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nernst",1,1,1 ], "1864-1941, German physical chemist who formulated the third law of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nernst",1,1,1 ], "thermodynamics: Nobel prize for chemistry 1920" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nero",1,1,1 ], "Ahenobarbus, 37-68 a|d|, Roman emperor (54-68)| He became notorious for his despotism and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nero",1,1,1 ], "Rome" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nero",1,1,1 ], "cruelty, and was alleged to have started the fire (64) that destroyed a large part of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nero",1,1,1 ], "full name Nero Claudius Caesar Drusus Germanicus;original name Lucius Domitius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neruda",1,1,1 ], "Veinte poemas de amor y una cancion desesperada (1924) and Canto general (1950), an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neruda",1,1,1 ], "epic history of the Americas: Nobel prize for literature 1971" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Neruda",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Neftali Ricardo Reyes, 1904-73, Chilean poet| His works include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nerva",1,1,1 ], "Trajan as his son and successor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nerva",1,1,1 ], "full name Marcus Cocceius Nerva| 30-98 a|d|, Roman emperor (96-98), who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nerva",1,1,1 ], "introduced some degree of freedom after the repressive reign of Domitian| He adopted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nerval",1,1,1 ], "of mysticism, myth, and private passion in Les Chimeres (1854)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nerval",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Gerard Labrunie| 1808-55, French poet, noted esp| for the sonnets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ness",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW Scotland, in the Great Glen: said to be inhabited by a legendary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ness",1,1,1 ], "aquatic monster| Length: 36 km (22|5 miles)| Depth: 229 m (754 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nesselrode",1,1,1 ], "Count Karl Robert| 1780-1862, Russian diplomat: as foreign minister (1822-56)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nesselrode",1,1,1 ], "he negotiated the Treaty of Paris after the Crimean War (1856)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nessus",1,1,1 ], "Hercules, who had been given it by Deianira who thought it was a love charm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nessus",1,1,1 ], "a centaur that killed Hercules| A garment dipped in its blood fatally poisoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nestor",1,1,1 ], "the oldest and wisest of the Greeks in the Trojan War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nestor",1,1,2 ], "a wise old man; sage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nestorianism",1,1,1 ], "a denial that the Virgin Mary was the mother of God| It is attributed to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nestorianism",1,1,1 ], "heresiarch Nestorius and survives in the Iraqi Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nestorianism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that Christ was two distinct persons, divine and human, implying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nestorius",1,1,1 ], "died 451 a|d|, Syrian churchman; patriarch of Constantinople (428-431)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Netaji",1,1,1 ], "the title for Subhash Chandra Bose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands Antilles",1,1,1 ], "(1972 est|)| Area: 996 sq| km (390 sq| miles)| Former names: Curacao (until 1949)," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands Antilles",1,1,1 ], "Dutch West Indies, Netherlands West Indies" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands Antilles",1,1,1 ], "and the N group of St| Eustatius, Saba, and the S part of St| Martin; economy based" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands Antilles",1,1,1 ], "division of the Netherlands, consisting of the S group of Curacao, Aruba, and Bonaire," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands Antilles",1,1,1 ], "on refining oil from Venezuela| Capital: Willemstad (on Curacao)| Pop|: 230,824" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands Antilles",1,1,1 ], "two groups of islands in the Caribbean, in the Lesser Antilles: overseas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands East Indies",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1798-1945) for Indonesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands Guiana",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Surinam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands West Indies",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the Netherlands Antilles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"1581 as the United Provinces; became a major maritime and commercial power in the",2). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"17th century, gaining many overseas possessions; a member of the Common Market|It is",3). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"40,883 sq| km (15,785 sq| miles)|Dutch name: Nederland",8). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"Amsterdam, with the seat of government at The Hague|Pop|: 13,541,000 (1974 est|)|Area:",7). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"a kingdom in NW Europe, on the North Sea: declared independence from Spain in",1). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"majority, with both Protestant and Roman Catholic Churches|Currency: guilder|Capital:",6). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"mostly flat and low-lying, with about 40 per cent of the land being below sea level,",4). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 1],"much of it on polders protected by dykes|Language: Dutch|Religion: Christian",5). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 2],"Belgium, esp| as ruled by Spain and Austria before 1581; the Low Countries",2). c_DEF([ "Netherlands" ,1, 1, 2],"the kingdom of the Netherlands together with the Flemish-speaking part of",1). c_DEF([ "Neth|",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neto",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, Angolan statesman president of the People's Republic of Angola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neto",1,1,1 ], "since 1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neubrandenburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in N East Germany: 14th-century city walls| Pop|: 52,998 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neuchtel" ,1, 1, 1],"169,173 (1970)| Area: 798 sq| km (308 sq| miles)",2). c_DEF([ "Neuchtel" ,1, 1, 1],"a canton in the Jura Mountains of NW Switzerland| Capital: Neuchatel| Pop|:",1). c_DEF([ "Neuchtel" ,1, 1, 2],"1848 the seat of the last hereditary rulers in Switzerland| Pop|: 38,784 (1970)",2). c_DEF([ "Neuchtel" ,1, 1, 2],"a town in W Switzerland, capital of Neuchatel canton, on Lake Neuchatel: until",1). c_DEF([ "Neuchtel" ,1, 1, 3],"216 sq| km (83 sq| miles)|German name (for senses 1 and 2): Neuenburg",2). c_DEF([ "Neuchtel" ,1, 1, 3],"Lake| a lake in W Switzerland: the largest lake wholly in Switzerland| Area:",1). c_DEF([ "Neufchtel",1,1,1 ], "a soft creamy whole milk cheese, similar to cream cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neuilly-sur-Seine",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France, on the Seine: a suburb of NW Paris| Pop|: 66,095 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neumann",1,1,1 ], "Johann Balthasar | 1687-1753, German rococo architect| His masterpiece is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neumann",1,1,1 ], "church of Vierzehnheiligen in Bavaria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neumster",1,1,1 ], "a town in N West Germany, in Schleswig-Holstein: manufacturing of textiles and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neumster",1,1,1 ], "machinery| Pop|: 86,100 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neusatz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Novi Sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neuss",1,1,1 ], "Dusseldorf: founded as a Roman fortress in the 1st century a|d| Pop|: 118,607 (1974 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neuss",1,1,1 ], "Latin name: Novaesium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Neuss",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia west of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neustria",1,1,1 ], "in what is now N France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Neustria",1,1,1 ], "the western part of the kingdom of the Merovingian Franks formed in 561 a|d|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neva",1,1,1 ], "a river in the NW Soviet Union, flowing west to the Gulf of Finland by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Neva",1,1,1 ], "delta on which Leningrad stands| Length: 74 km (46 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nevada",1,1,1 ], "488,738 (1970)| Area: 284,612 sq| km (109,889 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nevada",1,1,1 ], "a state of the western U|S|: lies almost wholly within the Great Basin, a vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nevada",1,1,1 ], "desert plateau; noted for production of gold and copper| Capital: Carson City| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nevers",1,1,1 ], "a city in central France: capital of the former duchy of Nivernais;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nevers",1,1,1 ], "engineering industry| Pop|: 47,780 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nevis",1,1,1 ], "Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla; the volcanic cone of Nevis Peak, which rises to 1002 m (3287 ft|), lies in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nevis",1,1,1 ], "an island in the West Indies, in the Leeward Islands: part of St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nevis",1,1,1 ], "centre of the island| Capital: Charlestown| Pop|: 11,230 (1970)| Area: 129 sq| km (50" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nevis",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nev|",1,1,1 ], "Nevada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Amsterdam",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands; captured by the English and renamed New York in 1664" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Amsterdam",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch settlement established on Manhattan (1624-26); capital of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Bedford",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE Massachusetts, near Buzzards Bay: settled by Plymouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Bedford",1,1,1 ], "colonists in 1652; a leading whaling port (18th-19th century)| Pop|: 101,777 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Britain",1,1,1 ], "Bismarck Archipelago; part of Papua New Guinea; mountainous, with several active" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Britain",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, northeast of New Guinea: the largest island of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Britain",1,1,1 ], "volcanoes| Capital: Rabaul| Pop|: 175,264 (1971)| Area: 36,519 sq| km (14,100 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Brunswick",1,1,1 ], "(27,835 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Brunswick",1,1,1 ], "a province of SE Canada on the Gulf of St| Lawrence and the Bay of Fundy:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Brunswick",1,1,1 ], "extensively forested| Capital: Fredericton| Pop|: 677,250 (1976)| Area: 72,092 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Caledonia",1,1,1 ], "French name: Nouvelle Caledonie" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Caledonia",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SW Pacific, east of Australia: forms, with its dependencies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Caledonia",1,1,1 ], "an overseas territory of France; discovered by Captain Cook in 1774; rich mineral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Caledonia",1,1,1 ], "resources| Capital: Noumea| Pop|: 133,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 19,103 sq| km (7374 miles)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Castile",1,1,1 ], "a region and former province of central Spain| Chief town: Toledo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Church",1,1,1 ], "another name for the New Jerusalem Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Deal",1,1,1 ], "the domestic policies of Franklin D| Roosevelt for economic and social reform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Deal",1,1,2 ], "the period of the implementation of these policies| (1933-40)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Democratic Party",1,1,1 ], "the Canadian social democratic party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Economic Policy",1,1,1 ], "an economic programme in the Soviet Union from 1921 to 1928, that permitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Economic Policy",1,1,1 ], "private ownership of industries, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New England Range",1,1,1 ], "Dividing Range| Highest peak: Ben Lomond, 1520 m (4986 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New England Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE Australia, in NE New South Wales: part of the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New England",1,1,1 ], "Puritans in the mid-17th century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New England",1,1,1 ], "Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut: settled originally chiefly by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New England",1,1,1 ], "the NE part of the U|S|, consisting of the states of Maine, New Hampshire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New England",1,1,2 ], "a district in SE Australia, in the northern tablelands of New South Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New English Bible",1,1,1 ], "1970" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New English Bible",1,1,1 ], "a new Modern English version of the Bible and Apocrypha, published in full in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Forest",1,1,1 ], "a region of woodland and heath in S England, in SW Hampshire: a hunting ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Forest",1,1,1 ], "of the West Saxon kings; tourist area, noted for its ponies| Area: 336 sq| km (130" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Forest",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New France",1,1,1 ], "in Canada" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New France",1,1,1 ], "the former French colonies and possessions in North America, most of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New France",1,1,1 ], "were lost to England and Spain by 1763: often restricted to the French possessions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Georgia",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the SW Pacific, in the Solomon Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Georgia",1,1,2 ], "the largest island in this group| Area: about 1300 sq| km (500 sq| miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Granada",1,1,1 ], "a former Spanish presidency and later viceroyalty in South America| At its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Granada",1,1,1 ], "greatest extent it consisted of present-day Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Granada",1,1,2 ], "(1819-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Granada",1,1,2 ], "the name of Colombia when it formed, with Panama, part of Great Colombia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea Pidgin",1,1,1 ], "islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea Pidgin",1,1,1 ], "the variety of Neo-Melanesian spoken in Papua New Guinea and neighbouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea macrophylum",1,1,1 ], "the older term for Trans-New Guinea phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "(299,310 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "Irian (a province of Indonesia) in the west and Papua New Guinea in the east| There" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "along the Sepik River in the north| Pop|: 1,795,602 (1971 est|)| Area: 775,213 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Pacific, north of Australia: divided politically into West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "is a central chain of mountains and a lowland area of swamps in the south and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,2 ], "Trust Territory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,3 ], "(until 1975) an administrative division of the former Territory of Papua and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,3 ], "Bismarck Archipelago; now part of Papua New Guinea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Guinea",1,1,3 ], "New Guinea, consisting of the NE part of the island of New Guinea together with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Hampshire",1,1,1 ], "737,681 (1970)| Area: 23,379 sq| km (9027 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Hampshire",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|: generally hilly| Capital: Concord| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Harmony",1,1,1 ], "a village in SW Indiana, on the Wabash River: scene of two experimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Harmony",1,1,1 ], "cooperative communities, the first founded in 1815 by George Rapp, a German religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Harmony",1,1,1 ], "leader, and the second by Robert Owen in 1825" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Haven",1,1,1 ], "1638 by English Puritans, who established it as a colony in 1643; seat of Yale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Haven",1,1,1 ], "University (1701)| Pop|: 131,262 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Haven",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and port in S Connecticut, on Long Island Sound: settled in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 14,760 sq| km (5700 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "Economy based chiefly on copra| Capital: Vila (on Efate)| Pop|: 97,500 (1976 est|)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the W Pacific, west of Fiji: Anglo-French joint rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Hebrides",1,1,1 ], "established in 1906; attained partial autonomy in 1978 and full independence in 1980|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Ireland",1,1,1 ], "Britain by St| George's Channel: part of Papua New Guinea| Chief town and port:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Ireland",1,1,1 ], "Kavieng| Pop|: 59,543 (1971)| Area: (including adjacent islands) 9850 sq| km (3800 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Ireland",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, in the Bismarck Archipelago, separated from New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Ireland",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Jersey",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Trenton| Pop|: 7,168,164 (1970)| Area: 19,479 sq| km (7521 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Jersey",1,1,1 ], "a state of the eastern U|S|, on the Atlantic and Delaware Bay: mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Jersey",1,1,1 ], "low-lying, with a heavy industrial area in the northeast and many coastal resorts|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Jerusalem Church",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Jerusalem Church",1,1,1 ], "a sect founded in 1787 on the teachings of Swedenborg| Often shortened to New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Jerusalem",1,1,1 ], "heaven regarded as the prototype of the earthly Jerusalem; the heavenly city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "(??1570-??1080 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "a period of Egyptian history, extending from the 18th to the 20th dynasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Latin",1,1,1 ], "nomenclature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Latin",1,1,1 ], "the form of Latin used since the Renaissance, esp| for scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Learning",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Learning",1,1,1 ], "the classical and Biblical studies of Renaissance Europe in the 15th and 16th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Left",1,1,1 ], "a loose grouping of leftwing radicals, esp| among students, that arose in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Left",1,1,1 ], "countries after 1960" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Look",1,1,1 ], "a fashion in women's clothes introduced in 1947, characterized by long full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Look",1,1,1 ], "skirts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Mexico",1,1,1 ], "Fe| Pop|: 1,016,000 (1970)| Area: 314,451 sq| km (121,412 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Mexico",1,1,1 ], "Indian populations; contains over two-thirds of U|S| uranium reserves| Capital: Santa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Mexico",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southwestern U|S|: consists of high semiarid plateaus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Mexico",1,1,1 ], "mountains, crossed by the Rio Grande and the Pecos River; large Spanish-American and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Model Army",1,1,1 ], "parliamentarians, which exercised considerable political power under Cromwell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Model Army",1,1,1 ], "the army established (1645) during the Civil War by the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Netherland",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch North American colony of the early 17th century, centred on the Hudson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Netherland",1,1,1 ], "valley| Captured by the English in 1664, it was divided into New York and New Jersey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Orleans jazz",1,1,1 ], "the jazz originating in New Orleans from about 1914; traditional jazz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Orleans",1,1,1 ], "Mardi Gras festival and for its part in the history of jazz; a major commercial," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "New Orleans",1,1,1 ], "U|S|; founded by the French in 1718; belonged to Spain (1763-1803)| It is largely" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Orleans",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Louisiana, on the Mississippi River about 172 km (107 miles) from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Orleans",1,1,1 ], "below sea level, built around the Vieux Carre (French quarter); famous for its annual" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Orleans",1,1,1 ], "industrial, and transportation centre| Pop|: 513,479 (1973 est|)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "New Orleans",1,1,1 ], "the sea: the largest city in the state and the second most important port in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Plymouth",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Plymouth",1,1,1 ], "a port in New Zealand, on W North Island: founded in 1841| Pop|: 34,314" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Providence",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 150 sq| km (58 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Providence",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Atlantic, in the Bahamas| Chief town: Nassau| Pop|: 100,553" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Quebec",1,1,1 ], "777,000 sq| km (300,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Quebec",1,1,1 ], "a region of E Canada in the N part of the province of Quebec: consists of most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Quebec",1,1,1 ], "of the Labrador-Ungava peninsula and contains extensive iron deposits| Area: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Romney",1,1,1 ], "Former name (until 1563): Romney" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Romney",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SE England, in Kent on Romney Marsh: of early importance as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Romney",1,1,1 ], "one of the Cinque Ports, but is now over 1|6 km (1 mile) inland| Pop|: 3414 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Siberian Islands",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, off the N mainland of the Soviet Union, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Siberian Islands",1,1,1 ], "the Yakut ASSR| Area: about 37,555 sq| km (14,500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New South Wales",1,1,1 ], "801,428 sq| km (309,433 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "New South Wales",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Australia: originally contained over half the continent, but was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New South Wales",1,1,1 ], "plain, separated from extensive inland plains by the Great Dividing Range; the most" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New South Wales",1,1,1 ], "populous state; mineral resources| Capital: Sydney| Pop|: 4,776,200 (1976)| Area:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New South Wales",1,1,1 ], "reduced by the formation of other states (1825-1911); consists of a narrow coastal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Spain",1,1,1 ], "Central America north of Panama, the Spanish West Indies, the southwestern U|S|, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Spain",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish viceroyalty of the 16th to 19th centuries, composed of Mexico," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Spain",1,1,1 ], "the Philippines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Stone Age",1,1,1 ], "(not now in technical use) another term for Neolithic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Style",1,1,1 ], "the present method of reckoning dates using the Gregorian calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Testament",1,1,1 ], "Bible" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Testament",1,1,1 ], "Pauline and other Epistles, and the book of Revelation, composed soon after Christ's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Testament",1,1,1 ], "death and added to the Jewish writings of the Old Testament to make up the Christian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Testament",1,1,1 ], "the collection of writings consisting of the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Test|",1,1,1 ], "New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Thought",1,1,1 ], "a movement interested in spiritual healing and the power of constructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Thought",1,1,1 ], "thinking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Wave",2,1,1 ], "rock music of the late 1970's, usually characterized by basic rhythms, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Wave",2,1,1 ], "sometimes also aggressive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Wave",2,1,1 ], "strong beat, and simple harmonies, although it is sometimes more complex| It is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Wave'",1,1,1 ], "Truffaut, and Resnais, and characterized by a fluid use of the camera and an abandonment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Wave'",1,1,1 ], "a movement in the French cinema of the 1960s, led by such directors as Godard," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Wave'",1,1,1 ], "of traditional editing techniques" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New Windsor",1,1,1 ], "the official name of Windsor ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New World monkey",1,1,1 ], "any monkey of the family Cebidae, of Central and South America, having widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New World monkey",1,1,1 ], "separated nostrils: many are arboreal and have a prehensile tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New World",1,1,1 ], "the Americas; the western hemisphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Year",1,1,1 ], "a holiday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Year",1,1,1 ], "the first day or days of the year in various calendars, usually celebrated as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Year's Day",1,1,1 ], "January 1, celebrated as a holiday in many countries| Often shortened to (U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Year's Day",1,1,1 ], "informal)New Year's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Year's Eve",1,1,1 ], "the evening of Dec| 31, often celebrated with parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New York Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic at the mouth of the Hudson River: forms the harbour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New York Bay",1,1,1 ], "of the port of New York" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New York State Barge Canal",1,1,1 ], "845 km (525 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New York State Barge Canal",1,1,1 ], "a system of inland waterways in New York State, connecting the Hudson River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New York State Barge Canal",1,1,1 ], "with Lakes Erie and Ontario and, via Lake Champlain, with the St| Lawrence| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,1 ], "(Manhattan, the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Richmond) and many islands, with its" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE New York State, at the mouth of the Hudson River: the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,1 ], "captured by the British in 1664, when it was named New York; consists of five boroughs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,1 ], "city and chief port of the U|S|; settled by the Dutch as New Amsterdam in 1624 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,1 ], "commercial and financial centre in Manhattan; the country's leading commercial and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,1 ], "industrial city| Pop|: 7,646,818 (1973 est|)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,2 ], "18,241,266 (1970)| Area: 123,882 sq| km (47,831 sq| miles)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,2 ], "Finger Lakes in the centre, the Adirondack Mountains in the northeast, the Catskill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,2 ], "Mountains in the southeast, and Niagara Falls in the west| Capital: Albany| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "New York",1,1,2 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|: consists chiefly of a plateau with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Zealand",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)| Area: 26,867 sq| km (103,736 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "New Zealand",1,1,1 ], "(North Island and South Island), Stewart Island, the Chatham Islands, and a number of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "New Zealand",1,1,1 ], "Christian majority| Currency: New Zealand dollar| Capital: Wellington| Pop|: 3,027,000" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "New Zealand",1,1,1 ], "an independent dominion within the Commonwealth, occupying two main islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "New Zealand",1,1,1 ], "exporter of dairy products, wool, and meat| Official language: English| Religion:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "New Zealand",1,1,1 ], "in 1840 and were finally subdued by 1870; became a dominion in 1907; a major world" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "New Zealand",1,1,1 ], "minor islands in the SE Pacific: original Maori inhabitants surrendered sovereignty" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newark",1,1,1 ], "a town in N central England, in Nottinghamshire| Pop|: 24,631 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newark",1,1,2 ], "Connecticut; industrial and commercial centre| Pop|: 367,683 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newark",1,1,2 ], "Passaic River: the largest city in the state; founded in 1666 by Puritans from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newark",1,1,2 ], "a port in NE New Jersey, just west of New York City, on Newark Bay and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newburg",1,1,1 ], "(of shellfish, esp| lobster) cooked in a rich sauce of butter, cream, sherry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newburg",1,1,1 ], "and egg yolks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newbury",1,1,1 ], "(1643) and a Royalist victory (1644) during the Civil War; racecourse| Pop|: 25,017" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newbury",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newbury",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S England, in Berkshire: scene of a Parliamentarian victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle disease",1,1,1 ], "an acute viral disease of birds, esp| poultry, characterized by pneumonia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle disease",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the central nervous system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle",1,1,1 ], "River: important industrial centre, with extensive steel, metalworking, engineering," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Australia, in E New South Wales near the mouth of the Hunter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle",1,1,1 ], "shipbuilding, and chemical industries| Pop|: 363,010 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle",2,1,1 ], "(1754-56; 1757-62)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle",2,1,1 ], "the title of Thomas Pelham Holles| 1693-1768, English Whig prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle-under-Lyme",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in Staffordshire| Pop|: 76,970 (1971)| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle-under-Lyme",1,1,1 ], "shortened to Newcastle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle-upon-Tyne",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, administrative centre of Tyne and Wear, near the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle-upon-Tyne",1,1,1 ], "industries; university (1937)| Pop|: 222,153 (1971)| Often shortened to Newcastle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newcastle-upon-Tyne",1,1,1 ], "of the River Tyne opposite Gateshead: Roman remains; engineering and shipbuilding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newcombe",1,1,1 ], "born 1944, Australian tennis player: Wimbledon champion 1967 and 1970-71; U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcombe",1,1,1 ], "champion 1967 and 1973; Australian champion 1973 and 1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newcomen",1,1,1 ], "1663-1729, English engineer who invented a steam engine, which James Watt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newcomen",1,1,1 ], "later modified and developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newfie",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Newfoundland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newfie",1,1,2 ], "the province or island of Newfoundland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,1 ], "Isle: with the Coast of Labrador forms the province of Newfoundland; consists of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,1 ], "an island of E Canada, separated from the mainland by the Strait of Belle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,1 ], "rugged plateau with the Long Range Mountains in the west| Area: 110,681 sq| km (42,734" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,2 ], "(156,185 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,2 ], "a province of E Canada, consisting of the island of Newfoundland and the Coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,2 ], "of Labrador| Capital: St| John's| Pop|: 557,725 (1976)| Area: 404,519 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,3 ], "a large heavy breed of dog similar to a Saint Bernard with a flat coarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newfoundland",1,1,3 ], "usually black coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newgate",1,1,1 ], "a famous London prison, in use from the Middle Ages: demolished in 1902" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newham",1,1,1 ], "228,900 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newham",1,1,1 ], "a borough of E Greater London, on the River Thames: established in 1965| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newhaven",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newhaven",1,1,1 ], "a ferry port and resort on the S coast of England, in East Sussex| Pop|: 9977" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 1],"(1847) and was made a cardinal (1879)|His writings include the spiritual",3). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 1],"1801-90, English theologian|Originally an Anglican minister, he was a",1). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 1],"autobiography, Apologia pro vita sua (1864), a treatise on the nature of belief, The Grammar",4). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 1],"of Assent (1870), and many hymns",5). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 1],"prominent figure in the Oxford Movement| He became a Roman Catholic (1845) and a priest",2). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 2],"Paul",1). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 3],"(1962), Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969), The Sting (1973), and Slap Shot",2). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 3],"(1977)",3). c_DEF([ "Newman" ,1, 1, 3],"born 1925, U|S| film actor, whose films include Exodus (1961), The Hustler",1). c_DEF([ "Newmarket",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in W Suffolk: a famous horse-racing centre since the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newmarket",1,1,1 ], "reign of James I| Pop|: 12,934 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newport News",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Virginia, at the mouth of the James River: an industrial centre," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newport News",1,1,1 ], "with one of the world's largest shipyards| Pop|: 137,827 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newport",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Wales on the River Usk, administrative centre of Gwent: steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newport",1,1,1 ], "industry| Pop|: 112,048 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newport",1,1,2 ], "34,562 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newport",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Rhode Island: founded in 1639, it became one of the richest towns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newport",1,1,2 ], "of colonial America; centre of a large number of U|S| naval establishments| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newport",1,1,3 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newport",1,1,3 ], "a town in S England, administrative centre of the Isle of Wight| Pop|: 22,286" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newton",1,1,1 ], "a new town in central Wales, in Powys| Pop|: 5621 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newton",1,1,2 ], "kilometres in diameter, situated in the SE quadrant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newton",1,1,2 ], "one of the deepest craters on the moon, over 7300 metres deep and about 112" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newton",2,1,1 ], "Sir Isaac| 1643-1727, English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newton",2,1,1 ], "independently of Leibnitz| His works include Principia Mathematica (1687) and Opticks (1704)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Newton",2,1,1 ], "philosopher, noted particularly for his law of gravitation, his three laws of motion, his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newton",2,1,1 ], "theory that light is composed of corpuscles, and his development of calculus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's law of gravitation",1,1,1 ], "distance between them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's law of gravitation",1,1,1 ], "proportional to the product of their masses and inversely proportional to the square of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's law of gravitation",1,1,1 ], "the principle that two bodies attract each other with a force directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's laws of motion",1,1,1 ], "an equal and opposite reaction" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's laws of motion",1,1,1 ], "proportional to the force causing it| The third law states that any force on a body produces" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's laws of motion",1,1,1 ], "that a body remains at rest or in uniform motion in a straight line unless acted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's laws of motion",1,1,1 ], "three laws of mechanics describing the motion of a body| The first law states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newton's laws of motion",1,1,1 ], "upon by a force| The second law states that a body's rate of change of momentum is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newtonabbey",1,1,1 ], "a town in Northern Ireland, in Co| Antrim on Belfast Lough: the third largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newtonabbey",1,1,1 ], "light industrial centre, esp| for textiles| Pop|: 57,908 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newtonabbey",1,1,1 ], "town in Northern Ireland, formed in 1958 by the amalgamation of seven villages;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newtonian mechanics",1,1,1 ], "a system of mechanics based on Newton's laws of motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newtonian telescope",1,1,1 ], "a type of astronomical reflecting telescope in which light is reflected from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newtonian telescope",1,1,1 ], "large concave mirror, onto a plane mirror, and through a hole in the side of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Newtonian telescope",1,1,1 ], "of the telescope to form an image" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Newtown St| Boswells",1,1,1 ], "a village in SE Scotland, administrative centre of Borders region:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Newtown St| Boswells",1,1,1 ], "agricultural centre| Pop|: 1253 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nexo" ,1, 1, 1],"1869-1954, Danish novelist|His chief works are the novels",1). c_DEF([ "Nexo" ,1, 1, 2],"which deals with the labour movement, and Ditte, Daughter of Man (1917-21)",1). c_DEF([ "Ney",1,1,1 ], "Duc d'Elchingen| 1769-1815, French marshal, who earned the epithet Bravest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ney",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon on his return from Elba and was executed for treason (1815)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ney",1,1,1 ], "the Brave at the battle of Borodino (1812) in the Napoleonic Wars| He rallied to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nez Perc",1,1,1 ], "Nez Perce) a member of a North American Indian people of the Pacific coast, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nez Perc",1,1,1 ], "tribe of the Sahaptino" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nez Perc",1,1,2 ], "the Sahaptin language of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ngaliema Mountain",1,1,1 ], "the Zairese name for (Mount)Stanley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nguni",1,1,1 ], "Xhosa, and Swazi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nguni",1,1,1 ], "a group of Bantu languages of southern Africa, consisting chiefly of Zulu," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nha Trang",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Vietnam, on the South China Sea: nearby temples of the Cham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nha Trang",1,1,1 ], "civilization; fishing industry| Pop|: 194,969 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ni",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for nickel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara Falls",1,1,1 ], "divided by Goat Island into the American Falls, 50 m (167 ft|) high, and the Horseshoe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara Falls",1,1,1 ], "or Canadian Falls, 47 m (158 ft|) high" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara Falls",1,1,1 ], "the falls of the Niagara River, on the border between the U|S| and Canada:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara Falls",1,1,2 ], "86,615 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara Falls",1,1,2 ], "a city in W New York State, situated at the falls of the Niagara River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara Falls",1,1,3 ], "a city in S Canada, in SE Ontario on the Niagara River just below the falls:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara Falls",1,1,3 ], "linked to the city of Niagara Falls in the U|S| by three bridges| Pop|: 67,163 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara",1,1,1 ], "Ontario, Canada, flowing from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario| Length: 45 km (28 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE North America, on the border between W New York State and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niagara",1,1,2 ], "a torrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niamey",1,1,1 ], "1926; airport and land route centre| Pop|: 130,299 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niamey",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Niger, in the southwest on the River Niger: became capital in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nibelung",1,1,1 ], "any of the race of dwarfs who possessed a treasure hoard stolen by Siegfried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nibelung",1,1,2 ], "one of Siegfried's companions or followers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nibelung",1,1,3 ], "(in the Nibelungenlied) a member of the family of Gunther, king of Burgundy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nibelungenlied",1,1,1 ], "a medieval High German heroic epic of unknown authorship based on German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nibelungenlied",1,1,1 ], "history and legend and written about 1200" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaea",1,1,1 ], "Nicaea (325 a|d|), which composed the Nicene Creed| Modern Turkish name: Iznik" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaea",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in NW Asia Minor, in Bithynia: site of the first council of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaragua",1,1,1 ], "a republic in Central America, on the Caribbean and the Pacific: colonized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaragua",1,1,1 ], "becoming a republic in 1838| Language: Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaragua",1,1,1 ], "cordoba| Pop|: 1,911,543 (1971)| Area: about 148,000 sq| km (57,140 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaragua",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish from the 1520s; gained independence in 1821 and was annexed by Mexico," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaragua",1,1,2 ], "(12 miles) wide: the largest lake in Central America| Area: 8264 sq| km (3191 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaragua",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in SW Nicaragua, separated from the Pacific by an isthmus 19 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicaragua",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nice",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nice",1,1,1 ], "Riviera; founded by Phocaeans from Marseille in about the 3rd century b|c|Pop|: 346,620" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nice",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE France, on the Mediterranean: a leading resort of the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Council",1,1,1 ], "325 a|d| to settle the Aryan controversy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Council",1,1,1 ], "the first council of Nicaea, the first general council of the Church, held in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Council",1,1,2 ], "in 787 a|d| to settle the question of images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Council",1,1,2 ], "the second council of Nicaea, the seventh general council of the Church, held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Creed",1,1,1 ], "Nicaea in 325 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Creed",1,1,1 ], "the formal summary of Christian beliefs promulgated at the first council of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Creed",1,1,2 ], "Constantinople in 381, and now used in most Christian liturgies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicene Creed",1,1,2 ], "a longer formulation of Christian beliefs authorized at the council of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas I",1,1,1 ], "He championed papal supremacy| Feast day: Nov| 13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas I",1,1,1 ], "Saint, called the Great| died 867 a|d|, Italian ecclesiastic; pope (858-867)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas I",1,1,2 ], "1796-1855, tsar of Russia (1825-55)| He gained notoriety for his autocracy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas I",1,1,2 ], "his emphasis on military discipline and bureaucracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas II",1,1,1 ], "(1904-05), he was forced to summon a representative assembly, but his continued autocracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas II",1,1,1 ], "1868-1918, tsar of Russia (1894-1917)| After the disastrous Russo-Japanese War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas II",1,1,1 ], "and incompetence precipitated the Russian Revolution (1917): he abdicated and was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas II",1,1,1 ], "shot" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas V",1,1,1 ], "(1447-55)| He helped to found the Vatican Library" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas V",1,1,1 ], "original name Tommaso Parentucelli| 1397-1455, Italian ecclesiastic; pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas of Cusa",1,1,1 ], "1401-64, German cardinal, philosopher, and mathematician: anticipated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas of Cusa",1,1,1 ], "Copernicus in asserting that the earth revolves around the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas",1,1,1 ], "4th-century a|d| bishop of Myra, in Asia Minor; patron saint of Russia and of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholas",1,1,1 ], "children, sailors, merchants, and pawnbrokers| Feast day: Dec| 6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicholson",1,1,1 ], "born 1894, English painter, noted for his abstract still lifes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nichrome",1,1,1 ], "amounts of other components| It is used in electrical heating elements, furnaces, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nichrome",1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys containing nickel, iron, and chromium, with smaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicias",1,1,1 ], "Peloponnesian War by making peace with Sparta (421)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicias",1,1,1 ], "died 414 b|c|, Athenian statesman and general| He ended the first part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicklaus",1,1,1 ], "1970) and the U|S| Open Championship (1967; 1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicklaus",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, U|S| professional golfer: won the British Open Championship (1966;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicobar Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of 19 islands in the Indian Ocean, south of the Andaman Islands, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicobar Islands",1,1,1 ], "which they form a territory of India| Area: 1645 sq| km (635 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicodemus",1,1,1 ], "a Pharisee and a member of the Sanhedrin, who supported Jesus against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicodemus",1,1,1 ], "other Pharisees (John 8:50-52)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicol prism",1,1,1 ], "a device composed of two prisms of Iceland spar or calcite cut at specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicol prism",1,1,1 ], "angles and cemented together with Canada balsam| It is used for producing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicol prism",1,1,1 ], "plane-polarized light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nicolai" ,1, 1, 1],"1810-49, German composer: noted for his opera",1). c_DEF([ "Nicolai" ,1, 1, 2],"The Merry Wives of Windsor",1). c_DEF([ "Nicolson",1,1,1 ], "Sir Harold 1886-1968, English diplomat and author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nicosia",1,1,1 ], "the 10th century| Pop|: 115,700 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nicosia",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Cyprus, in the central part on the Pedieos River: capital since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nictheroy",1,1,1 ], "another name for Niteroi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nidaros",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1930-31) of Trondheim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niebuhr",1,1,1 ], "Barthold Georg | 1776-1831, German historian, noted for his critical approach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niebuhr",1,1,1 ], "to sources, esp| in History of Rome (1811-32)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niebuhr",1,1,2 ], "Reinhold| 1892-1971, U|S| Protestant theologian| His works include Moral Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niebuhr",1,1,2 ], "and Immoral Society (1932) and The Nature and Destiny of Man (1941-43)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niederosterreich",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Lower Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niedersachsen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Lower Saxony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nielsen",1,1,1 ], "1865-1931, Danish composer|His works include six symphonies and the opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niemen",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for the Neman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niemler",1,1,1 ], "born 1892, German Protestant theologian, who was imprisoned (1938-45) for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niemler",1,1,1 ], "opposition to Hitler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niersteiner",1,1,1 ], "a white wine from the region around Nierstein, Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nietzsche" ,1, 1, 1],"1844-1900, German philosopher, poet, and critic, noted esp| for his concept of",1). c_DEF([ "Nietzsche" ,1, 1, 1],"the superman and his rejection of traditional Christian values|His chief works are",2). c_DEF([ "Nietzsche" ,1, 1, 2],"Thus Spake Zarathustra (1883-91), and Beyond Good and Evil (1886)|",1). c_DEF([ "Niflheim",1,1,1 ], "the abode of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niger seed",1,1,1 ], "another name for ramtil ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,1 ], "1960; exports peanuts and livestock| Official language: French| Religion: mostly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: franc| Capital: Niamey| Pop|: 4,476,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 1,315,640" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,1 ], "a landlocked republic in West Africa: important since earliest times for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (507,969 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,1 ], "trans-Saharan trade routes; made a French colony in 1922 and became fully independent in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,2 ], "36,260 sq| km (14,000 sq| miles)| Length: 4184 km (2600 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,2 ], "a river in West Africa, rising in S Guinea and flowing in a great northward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,2 ], "curve through Mali, then southwest through Niger and Nigeria to the Gulf of Guinea:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,2 ], "the third longest river in Africa, with the largest delta, covering an area of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,3 ], "Capital: Minna| Pop|: 2,900,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 17,344 sq| km (6695 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niger",1,1,3 ], "a state of W central Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of North-Western State|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niger-Congo",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages of Africa consisting of the Bantu languages together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niger-Congo",1,1,1 ], "are Benue-Congo (including Bantu), Kwa, Mande, and West Atlantic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Niger-Congo",1,1,1 ], "with most of the languages of the coastal regions of West Africa| The chief branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niger-Congo",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "62,925,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 923,773 sq| km (356,669 sq| miles)" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "Eastern Region seceded as the Republic of Biafra for the duration of the severe civil" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "Official language: English; Hausa, Ibo, and Yoruba are the chief regional languages|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "Religion: animist, Muslim, and Christian| Currency: pound| Capital: Lagos| Pop|:" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea: Lagos annexed by the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "as a colony in 1914; gained independence as a member of the Commonwealth in 1960;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "in 1861; protectorates of Northern and Southern Nigeria formed in 1900 and united" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "semidesert in the extreme north and highlands in the east; the main export is petroleum|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Nigeria",1,1,1 ], "war (1967-70)| It consists of a belt of tropical rain forest in the south, with" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Nightingale",1,1,1 ], "called the Lady with the Lamp| 1820-1910, English nurse, famous for her work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nightingale",1,1,1 ], "during the Crimean War| She helped to raise the status and quality of the nursing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nightingale",1,1,1 ], "profession and founded a training school for nurses in London (1860)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nihilism",1,1,1 ], "(in tsarist Russia) any of several revolutionary doctrines that upheld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nihilism",1,1,1 ], "terrorism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nihon",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of a Japanese name for Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niigata",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Japan, on NW Honshu at the mouth of the Shinano River: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niigata",1,1,1 ], "chief port on the Sea of Japan| Pop|: 413,061 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nijinsky",1,1,1 ], "1890-1950, Russian ballet dancer and choreographer, who was associated wth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nijinsky",1,1,1 ], "Diaghilev| His creations include settings of Stravinsky's Petrushka and The Rite of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nijinsky",1,1,1 ], "Spring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nijmegen",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)| Latin name: Noviomagus|German name: Nimwegen" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nijmegen",1,1,1 ], "River: the oldest town in the country; scene of the signing (1678) of the peace treaty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nijmegen",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in the E Netherlands, in Gelderland province on the Waal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nijmegen",1,1,1 ], "between Louis XIV, the Netherlands, Spain, and the Holy Roman Empire| Pop|: 148,029" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nikaria",1,1,1 ], "another name for Icaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nike",1,1,1 ], "the winged goddess of victory| Roman counterpart: Victoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nikko",1,1,1 ], "4th-century Shinto shrine, a Buddhist temple (767), and the shrines and mausoleums of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nikko",1,1,1 ], "Tokugawa shoguns| Pop|: 28,502 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nikko",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Japan, on NE Honshu: a major pilgrimage centre, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nikolainkaupunki",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Vaasa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nikolayev",1,1,1 ], "Vernoleninsk" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nikolayev",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Ukrainian SSR on the Southern Bug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nikolayev",1,1,1 ], "about 64 km (40 miles) from the Black Sea: founded as a naval base in 1788; one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nikolayev",1,1,1 ], "the leading Soviet Black Sea ports| Pop|: 424,000 (1975 est|)| Former name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nile blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a pale greenish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nile blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nile green",1,1,1,1 ], "a pale bluish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nile green",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nile",1,1,1 ], "(which rises near Lake Tana, Ethiopia) at Khartoum, and flows north to its delta on" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Nile",1,1,1 ], "Lake Albert, which is drained by the Albert Nile, becoming the White Nile on the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nile",1,1,1 ], "Luvironza to the Mediterranean) 6741 km (4187 miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Nile",1,1,1 ], "Luvironza: flows into Lake Victoria and leaves the lake as the Victoria Nile, flowing to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nile",1,1,1 ], "a river in Africa, rising in S central Burundi in its remotest headstream, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nile",1,1,1 ], "border between Uganda and the Sudan; joined by its chief tributary, the Blue Nile" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nile",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean; the longest river in the world| Length: (from the source of the" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Nilgiri Hills",1,1,1 ], "a plateau in S India, in Tamil Nadu| Average height: 2000 m (6500 ft|)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nilgiri Hills",1,1,1 ], "reaching 2635 m (8647 ft|) in Doda Betta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nilo-Saharan",1,1,1 ], "Niger-Congo families" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Nilo-Saharan",1,1,1 ], "Songhai, and other branches| Classification is complicated by the fact that many" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nilo-Saharan",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages of Africa, spoken chiefly by Nilotic peoples in a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nilo-Saharan",1,1,1 ], "extending from the Sahara to Kenya and Tanzania, including the Chari-Nile, Saharan," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nilo-Saharan",1,1,1 ], "languages spoken in this region belong to the unrelated Afro-Asiatic, Kordofanian, and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Nilo-Saharan",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nilotic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Nile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nilotic",1,1,2 ], "S Sudan, parts of Kenya and Uganda, and neighbouring countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nilotic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to a tall Negroid pastoral people inhabiting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nilotic",1,1,3 ], "peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nilotic",1,1,3 ], "relating to or belonging to the group of languages spoken by the Nilotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nilotic",1,2,1 ], "a group of languages of E Africa, including Luo, Dinka, and Masai, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nilotic",1,2,1 ], "generally regarded as belonging to the Chari-Nile branch of the Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nilsson",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, Swedish operatic soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nimitz",1,1,1 ], "1885-1966, U|S| admiral; commander in chief of the U|S| Pacific fleet in World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nimitz",1,1,1 ], "War II (1941-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nimrod",1,1,1 ], "a hunter, who was famous for his prowess (Genesis 10:8-9)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nimrod",1,1,2 ], "a person who is dedicated to or skilled in hunting| Douay spelling: Nemrod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nimwegen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Nijmegen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nina" ,1, 1, 1],"one of the three ships commanded by Columbus in 1492",1). c_DEF([ "Nine",1,1,1 ], "the nine Muses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nine",1,1,2 ], "the nine memberstates of the Common Market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nineveh",1,1,1 ], "city of Mosul (N Iraq): at its height in the 8th and 7th centuries b|c|; destroyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nineveh",1,1,1 ], "in 612 b|c| by the Medes and Babylonians" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nineveh",1,1,1 ], "the ancient capital of Assyria, on the River Tigris opposite the present-day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ningpo",1,1,1 ], "China| Pop|: 237,500 (1953)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ningpo",1,1,1 ], "a port in E China, in NE Chekiang, on the Yung River, about 20 km (12 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ningpo",1,1,1 ], "from its mouth at Hangchow Bay: one of the first sites of European settlement in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ningsia Hui Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Yinchwan| Pop|: 3,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 66,400 sq| km (25,896 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ningsia Hui Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of NW China, south of the Inner Mongolian AR|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ningsia",1,1,1 ], "1956, with the smaller part constituted as the Ningsia Hui AR in 1958" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ningsia",1,1,1 ], "a former province of NW China: mostly included in the Inner Mongolian AR in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ningsia",1,1,2 ], "the former name of Yinchwan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ninus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Assyria and the legendary founder of Nineveh, husband of Semiramis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niobe",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of Tantalus, whose children were slain after she boasted of them:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niobe",1,1,1 ], "although turned into stone, she continued to weep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nior Nish",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in E Yugoslavia, in SE Serbia: situated on routes between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nior Nish",1,1,1 ], "central Europe and the Aegean| Pop|: 127,654 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niort",1,1,1 ], "a market town in W France| Pop|: 63,965 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nip",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word for a Japanese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nipigon",1,1,1 ], "Nipigon River|Area: 4843 sq| km (1870 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nipigon",1,1,1 ], "a lake in central Canada, in NW Ontario, draining into Lake Superior via the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nipissing",1,1,1 ], "Bay| Area: 855 sq| km (330 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nipissing",1,1,1 ], "a lake in central Canada, in E Ontario between the Ottawa River and Georgian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nippon",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Japanese name for Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nippur",1,1,1 ], "Iraq: an important religious centre, abandoned in the 12th or 13th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nippur",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Sumerian and Babylonian city, the excavated site of which is in SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nisan",1,1,1 ], "in the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in March and April" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nisan",1,1,1 ], "the seventh month of the civil year and the first of the ecclesiastical year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nishapur",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Iran, at an altitude of 1195 m (3920 ft|): birthplace and burial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nishapur",1,1,1 ], "place of Omar Khayyam| Pop|: 33,482 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nishinomiya",1,1,1 ], "383,568 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nishinomiya",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central Japan, on S Honshu, northwest of Osaka| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nissen hut",1,1,1 ], "a military shelter of semicircular cross section, made of corrugated steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nissen hut",1,1,1 ], "sheet| U|S| equivalent: Quonset hut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niter",1,1,1 ], "Brazil's chief shipyards| Pop|: 291,970 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niter",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Brazil, on Guanabara Bay opposite Rio de Janeiro: contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niue",1,1,1 ], "Alofi| Pop|: 4990 (1971)| Area: 260 sq| km (100 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Niue",1,1,1 ], "Zealand (1901); achieved full internal self-government in 1974| Chief town and port:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niue",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, between Tonga and the Cook Islands: annexed by New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niv",1,1,1 ], "the fourth month of the French revolutionary calendar, extending from Dec| 22" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Niv",1,1,1 ], "to Jan| 20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niven",1,1,1 ], "Thank You Jeeves (1936), Around the World in 80 Days (1956), Casino Royale (1967)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Niven",1,1,1 ], "and Paper Tiger (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Niven",1,1,1 ], "born 1909, British film actor and television personality| His films include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nivernais",1,1,1 ], "a former province of central France, around Nevers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nivre",1,1,1 ], "249,996 (1975)| Area: 6888 sq| km (2686 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nivre",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France, in Burgundy region| Capital: Nevers| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nizam",1,1,1 ], "the title of the ruler of Hyderabad, India, from 1724 to 1948" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nizhni Novgorod",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1932) of Gorki ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nizhni Tagil",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, on the E slopes of the Ural Mountains: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nizhni Tagil",1,1,1 ], "major metallurgical centre| Pop|: 394,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Njord",1,1,1 ], "the god of the sea, fishing, and prosperity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nkomo",1,1,1 ], "Patriotic Front since 1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nkomo",1,1,1 ], "born 1917, Rhodesian politician; co-leader, with Robert Mugabe, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nkrumah",1,1,1 ], "1909-72, Ghanaian statesman, prime minister (1957-60) and president (1960-66)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nkrumah",1,1,1 ], "He led demands for self-government in the 1950s, achieving Ghanaian independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nkrumah",1,1,1 ], "in 1957|He was overthrown by a military coup (1966)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "No",1,1,1 ], "or myths" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "No",1,1,1 ], "the stylized classic drama of Japan, developed in the 15th century or earlier," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "No",1,1,1 ], "using music, dancing, chanting, elaborate costumes, and themes from religious stories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "No",2,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for nobelium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "No",3,1,1 ], "a lake in the S central Sudan, where the Bahr el Jebel (White Nile) is joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "No",3,1,1 ], "by the Bahr el Ghazal| Area: about 103 sq| km (40 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Noachian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the patriarch Noah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew patriarch, who saved himself, his family, and a pair of each species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noah",1,1,1 ], "all survived (Genesis 6-8)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Noah",1,1,1 ], "of animal and bird from the Flood by building a ship (Noah's Ark) in which they" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nobel prize",1,1,1 ], "an annual prize awarded since 1901 for outstanding contributions to chemistry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nobel prize",1,1,1 ], "chosen by an international committee centred in Sweden" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nobel prize",1,1,1 ], "physics, physiology and medicine, literature, economics, and peace| The recipients are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nobel",1,1,1 ], "1833-96, Swedish chemist, engineer, and philanthropist, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nobel",1,1,1 ], "invention of dynamite (1866) and for his bequest for the foundation of the Nobel prizes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Noel",1,1,1 ], "(in carols, etc|) another word for Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noel",1,1,2 ], "a Christmas carol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nofretete",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Nefertiti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noguchi",1,1,1 ], "1876-1928, Japanese bacteriologist, active in the U|S|He made important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noguchi",1,1,1 ], "discoveries in the treatment of syphilis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Noh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of No ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nolan",1,1,1 ], "born 1917, Australian painter, whose works explore themes in Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nolan",1,1,1 ], "folklore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nolde",1,1,1 ], "1867-1956, German painter and engraver, noted particularly for his violent use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nolde",1,1,1 ], "of colour and the primitive masklike quality of his figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nonconformist",1,1,1 ], "Church, esp| the Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nonconformist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Protestant denomination that dissents from an Established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nonconformist",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting Nonconformists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nonjuror",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of clergy in England and Scotland who declined to take the oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nonjuror",1,1,1 ], "of allegiance to William and Mary in 1689" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nono",1,1,1 ], "born 1924, Italian composer of 12-tone music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noordbrabant",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for North Brabant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noordholland",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for North Holland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nord",1,1,1 ], "2,534,906 (1975)| Area: 5774 sq| km (2252 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nord",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Nord-Pas-de-Calais region| Capital: Lille| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nord-lais",1,1,1 ], "a region of N France, on the Straits of Dover (the Pas de Calais):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nord-lais",1,1,1 ], "coal-mining, textile and metallurgical industries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nordau",1,1,1 ], "leader of the Zionist movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nordau",1,1,1 ], "original name Max Simon Sudfeld| 1849-1923, German author, born in Hungary; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nordenskj",1,1,1 ], "Baron Nils Adolf Erik (nils !$a$:d@$lf !e$:rik)| 1832-1901, Swedish Arctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nordenskj",1,1,1 ], "Passage (1878-79)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nordenskj",1,1,1 ], "explorer and geologist, born in Finland| He was the first to navigate the Northeast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nordenskj",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Laptev Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nordic",1,1,1 ], "Germany, and the Netherlands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nordic",1,1,1 ], "by the tall blond blue-eyed long-headed inhabitants of N Britain, Scandinavia, N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nordic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to a subdivision of the Caucasoid race typified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nordkyn Cape",1,1,1 ], "a cape in N Norway: the northernmost point of the European mainland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nordrhein-Westfalen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for North Rhine-Westphalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk Island",1,1,1 ], "administered by Australia; discovered by Captain Cook in 1774; a penal settlement in early" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, between New Caledonia and N New Zealand:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk Island",1,1,1 ], "years| Pop|: 1422 (1972)| Area: 36 sq| km (14 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk jacket",1,1,1 ], "a man's single-breasted belted jacket with one or two chest pockets and a box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk jacket",1,1,1 ], "pleat down the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Norwich| Pop|: 662,500 (1976 est|)| Area: 5353 sq| km (2067 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk",1,1,1 ], "a county of E England, on the North Sea and the Wash: low-lying, with large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk",1,1,1 ], "areas of fens in the west and the Broads in the east; rich agriculturally|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Virginia, on the Elizabeth River and Hampton Roads: headquarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norfolk",1,1,2 ], "of the U|S| Atlantic fleet; shipbuilding| Pop|: 283,064 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norge",1,1,1 ], "the Norwegian name for Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noricum",1,1,1 ], "an Alpine kingdom of the Celts, south of the Danube: comprises present-day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noricum",1,1,1 ], "central Austria and parts of Bavaria; a Roman province from about 16 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norman Conquest",1,1,1 ], "Hastings (1066)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norman Conquest",1,1,1 ], "the invasion and settlement of England by the Normans, following the Battle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman English",1,1,1 ], "the dialect of English used by the Norman conquerors of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman French",1,1,1 ], "the medieval Norman and English dialect of Old French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman arch",1,1,1 ], "a semicircular arch, esp| one in the Romanesque style of architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman arch",1,1,1 ], "developed by the Normans in England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,1,1 ], "(in the Middle Ages) a member of the people of Normandy descended from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,1,1 ], "10th-century Scandinavian conquerors of the country and the native French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Normandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,1,3 ], "another name for Norman French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,2,1 ], "England, or their dialect of French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Normans, esp| the Normans in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Normandy or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,2,3 ], "Britain from the Norman Conquest until the 12th century| It is characterized by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,2,3 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of Romanesque architecture used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norman",1,2,3 ], "rounded arch, the groin vault, massive masonry walls, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Normandy",1,1,1 ], "Rouen| French name: Normandie (n@$rma!di)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Normandy",1,1,1 ], "a former province of N France, on the English Channel: settled by Vikings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Normandy",1,1,1 ], "under Rollo in the 10th century; scene of the Allied landings in 1944| Chief town:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Normanize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become Norman in character, style, customs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norm|",1,1,1 ], "Norman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norn",1,1,1 ], "any of the three virgin goddesses of fate, who predestine the lives of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norn",1,1,1 ], "gods and men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norn",1,1,2 ], "Scotland| It was extinct by 1750" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norn",1,1,2 ], "the medieval Norse language of the Orkneys, Shetlands, and parts of N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norrkping",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Sweden, near the Baltic| Pop|: 119,470 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,1,1 ], "inhabitants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of ancient and medieval Scandinavia or its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,2,1,1 ], "the N group of Germanic languages, spoken in Scandinavia; Scandinavian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,2,1,2 ], "any one of these languages, esp| in their ancient or medieval forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,2,2 ], "the Norse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,2,2,1 ], "the Norwegians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norse",1,2,2,2 ], "the Vikings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norseman",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Viking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Africa",1,1,1 ], "chiefly of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and N Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Africa",1,1,1 ], "the part of Africa between the Mediterranean and the Sahara Desert: consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "(9,500,000 sq| miles)" ,12 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "Great Slave, Winnipeg, Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, Ontario); reaches its" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "Mexico, and the Caribbean| It consists generally of a great mountain system (the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "Panama and bordering on the Arctic Ocean, the N Pacific, the N Atlantic, the Gulf of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "Western Cordillera) extending along the entire W coast, actively volcanic in the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "extreme north and south, with the Great Plains to the east and the Appalachians still" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "further east, separated from the Canadian Shield by an arc of large lakes (Great Bear," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "greatest height of 6194 m (20,320 ft|) in Mount McKinley, Alaska, and its lowest point" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "in the extreme south| Pop|: 315,000,000 (1970 est|)| Area: over 24,000,000 sq| km" ,11 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "of 85 m (280 ft|) below sea level in Death Valley, California, and ranges from" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "snowfields, tundra, and taiga in the north to deserts in the southwest and tropical forests" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "North America",1,1,1 ], "the third largest continent, linked with South America by the Isthmus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Atlantic Drift",1,1,1 ], "the warm ocean current flowing northeast, under the influence of prevailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Atlantic Drift",1,1,1 ], "winds, from the Gulf of Mexico towards NW Europe and warming its climate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Atlantic Treaty Organization",1,1,1 ], "the full name of NATO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Borneo",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1963) of Sabah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Brabant",1,1,1 ], "Capital: 's Hertogenbosch| Pop|: 1,879,800 (1973 est|)| Area: 4965 sq| km (1917 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Brabant",1,1,1 ], "a province of the S Netherlands: formed part of the medieval duchy of Brabant|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Brabant",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Cape",1,1,1 ], "a cape on N Magero/y Island, in the Arctic Ocean off the N coast of Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Cape",1,1,2 ], "a cape on N North Island, New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Carolina",1,1,1 ], "Raleigh| Pop|: 5,082,059 (1970)| Area: 126,387 sq| km (48,798 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Carolina",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southeastern U|S|, on the Atlantic: consists of a coastal plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Carolina",1,1,1 ], "rising to the Piedmont Plateau and the Appalachian Mountains in the west| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Channel",1,1,1 ], "a strait between NE Ireland and SW Scotland, linking the North Atlantic with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Channel",1,1,1 ], "the Irish Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Country",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) another name for North'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Country",1,1,2 ], "the geographic region formed by Alaska and the Yukon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Dakota",1,1,1 ], "183,019 sq| km (70,664 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "North Dakota",1,1,1 ], "a state of the western U|S|: mostly undulating prairies and plains, rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Dakota",1,1,1 ], "from the Red River valley in the east to the Missouri plateau in the west, with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Dakota",1,1,1 ], "infertile Bad Lands in the extreme west| Capital: Bismarck| Pop|: 617,761 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North East Frontier Agency",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1972) of Arunachal Pradesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Germanic",1,1,1 ], "Swedish, Icelandic, and their associated dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Germanic",1,1,1 ], "a subbranch of the Germanic languages that consists of Danish, Norwegian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Holland",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)| Area: 2663 sq| km (1029 sq| miles)| Dutch name: Noordholland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Holland",1,1,1 ], "IJsselmeer: includes the West Frisian Island of Texel| Capital: Haarlem| Pop|: 2,283,400" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Holland",1,1,1 ], "a province of the NW Netherlands, on the peninsula between the North Sea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Island",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 114,729 sq| km (44,297 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Island",1,1,1 ], "the northernmost of the two main islands of New Zealand| Pop|: 2,050,208" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Korea",1,1,1 ], "(1975 UN est|)| Area: 122,313 sq| km (47,225 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "North Korea",1,1,1 ], "1948 as a people's republic; mostly rugged and mountainous, with fertile lowlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Korea",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NE Asia, on the Sea of Japan and the Yellow Sea: established in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Korea",1,1,1 ], "in the west| Language: Korean| Currency: won| Capital: Pyongyang| Pop|: 15,852,000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Ossetian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1 ], "8000 sq| km (3088 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Ossetian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, on the N slopes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Ossetian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1 ], "central Caucasus Mountains| Capital: Ordzhonikidze| Pop|: 552,581 (1970)| Area: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Pole",1,1,1 ], "characterized by very low temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Pole",1,1,1 ], "the northernmost point on the earth's axis, at a latitude of 90 degrees N," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Pole",1,1,2 ], "of the celestial sphere, lying about 1 degrees from Polaris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Pole",1,1,2 ], "the point of intersection of the earth's extended axis and the northern half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Rhine-Westphalia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 34,039 sq| km (13,142 sq| miles)| German name: Nordrhein-Westfalen" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "North Rhine-Westphalia",1,1,1 ], "a state of W West Germany: formed in 1946 by the amalgamation of the Prussian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Rhine-Westphalia",1,1,1 ], "province of Westphalia with the N part of the Prussian Rhine province and later with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Rhine-Westphalia",1,1,1 ], "state of Lippe; highly industrialized| Capital: Dusseldorf| Pop|: 16,914,118 (1970)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Riding",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) an administrative division of Yorkshire, now constituting most of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Riding",1,1,1 ], "North Yorkshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "1223 km (760 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Canada, rising in W Alberta and flowing northeast, east, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "southeast to join the South Saskatchewan River and form the Saskatchewan River| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Sea",1,1,1 ], "Area: about 569,800 sq| km (220,000 sq| miles)| Former name: German Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Sea",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Atlantic between Great Britain and the N European mainland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Star",1,1,1 ], "another name for Polaris ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Vietnam, on the Gulf of Tonkin: an independent Communist state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "from 1954 until 1976| Area: 164,061 sq| km (63,344 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 653,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 8321 sq| km (3213 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "Yorkshire and parts of the East and West Ridings| Administrative centre: Northallerton|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "a county in N England, formed in 1974 from most of the North Riding of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,1 ], "southern boundaries of Yorkshire, Derbyshire, and Cheshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,1 ], "the northern area of England, generally regarded as reaching approximately the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the area approximately north of Maryland and the Ohio River," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,2 ], "during the Civil War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,2 ], "esp| those states north of the Mason-Dixon line that were known as the Free States" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,3 ], "Yukon; the North Country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,3 ], "the northern part of North America, esp| the area consisting of Alaska and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,1,4 ], "the north wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,2,1,1 ], "of or denoting the northern part of a specified country, area, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",1,2,1,2 ], "North Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",2,1,1 ], "Frederick, 2nd Earl of Guildford, called Lord North| 1732-92, English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",2,1,1 ], "statesman; prime minister (1770-82), dominated by George III| He was held responsible for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North",2,1,1 ], "the loss of the American colonies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North",2,1,2 ], "Sir Thomas| 1535-1601, English translator of Plutarch's Lives (1579), which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North",2,1,2 ], "was the chief source of Shakespeare's Roman plays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "North-Sea gas",1,1,1 ], "natural gas obtained from deposits below the North Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North-West Frontier",1,1,1 ], "Khyber Pass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "North-West Frontier",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of N Pakistan between Afghanistan and Jammu and Kashmir:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "North-West Frontier",1,1,1 ], "part of British India from 1901 until 1947; of strategic importance, esp| for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northallerton",1,1,1 ], "8750 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northallerton",1,1,1 ], "a market town in N England, administrative centre of North Yorkshire| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northampton",1,1,1 ], "River Nene: footwear and engineering industries| Pop|: 126,608 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northampton",1,1,1 ], "a city in central England, administrative centre of Northamptonshire, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northampton",1,1,2 ], "short for Northamptonshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northamptonshire",1,1,1 ], "Area: 2370 sq| km (915 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northamptonshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of central England: agriculture, iron and steel, engineering, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northamptonshire",1,1,1 ], "footwear industries| Administrative centre: Northampton| Pop|: 505,900 (1976 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northants| ",1,1,1 ], "Northamptonshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northcliffe",1,1,1 ], "Times (1908)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Northcliffe",1,1,1 ], "newspapers| He founded the Daily Mail (1896), the Daily Mirror (1903), and acquired The" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northcliffe",1,1,1 ], "proprietor| With his brother, 1st Viscount Rothermere, he built up a vast chain of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northcliffe",1,1,1 ], "title of Alfred Charles William Harmsworth| 1865-1922, British newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northeast Passage",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic and Pacific: first navigated by Nordenskjold (1878-79)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northeast Passage",1,1,1 ], "a shipping route along the Arctic coasts of Europe and Asia, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northeast",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the northeastern part of England, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northeast",1,1,1 ], "Northumberland and Durham" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Cross",1,1,1 ], "a group of the five brightest stars that form a large cross in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Cross",1,1,1 ], "constellation Cygnus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Ireland",1,1,1 ], "United Kingdom, with a separate Parliament (Stormont) and limited self-government;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Ireland",1,1,1 ], "bombing since 1969| Capital: Belfast| Pop|: 1,527,593 (1971)| Area: 14,121 sq| km (5452" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Ireland",1,1,1 ], "from the rest of Ireland, which became independent in 1920, remaining part of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Ireland",1,1,1 ], "scene of severe conflict between Catholics and Protestants, including terrorist" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Ireland",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Ireland",1,1,1 ], "that part of the United Kingdom occupying the NE part of Ireland: separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1964) of Zambia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Sotho",1,1,1 ], "another name for Pedi (the language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Territories",1,1,1 ], "a former British protectorate in W Africa, established in 1897; attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Territories",1,1,1 ], "the Gold Coast in 1901; now constitutes the Northern Region of Ghana (since 1957)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Territory",1,1,1 ], "Macdonnell Ranges in the south, and Arnhem Land in the north (containing Australia's" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Territory",1,1,1 ], "Seas: includes Ashmore and Cartier Islands; the Arunta Desert lies in the east, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Territory",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of N central Australia, on the Timor and Arafura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Territory",1,1,1 ], "largest Aboriginal reservation)| Capital: Darwin| Pop|: 97,100 (1976)| Area: 1,347,525" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Northern Territory",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (520,280 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Northerner",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the north of any specified region, esp| England or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northerner",1,1,1 ], "the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northland",1,1,1 ], "the peninsula containing Norway and Sweden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northland",1,1,2 ], "(in Canada) the far north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northman",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Viking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumberland",1,1,1 ], "4975 sq| km (1943 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Northumberland",1,1,1 ], "Cheviots) and west (the Pennines), with many Roman remains, notably Hadrian's Wall;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northumberland",1,1,1 ], "shipbuilding, coal-mining| Administrative centre: Newcastle| Pop|: 287,300 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northumberland",1,1,1 ], "the northernmost county of England, on the North Sea: hilly in the north (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbria",1,1,1 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon Britain) a region that stretched from the Humber to the Firth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbria",1,1,1 ], "centre; a separate kingdom until 876 a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbria",1,1,1 ], "of Forth: formed in the 7th century a|d|, it became an important intellectual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbria",1,1,2 ], "another name for Northumberland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbrian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the English county of Northumberland, its inhabitants, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbrian",1,1,1 ], "their dialect of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbrian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ancient Northumbria, its inhabitants, or their dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbrian",1,2,1,1 ], "the dialect of Old and Middle English spoken north of the River Humber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumbrian",1,2,1,2 ], "the dialect of Modern English spoken in Northumberland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northumb|",1,1,1 ], "Northumberland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Passage",1,1,1 ], "America: attempted for over 300 years by Europeans seeking a short route to the Far" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Passage",1,1,1 ], "East, before being successfully navigated by Amundsen (1903-06)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Passage",1,1,1 ], "the passage by sea from the Atlantic to the Pacific along the N coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Territories",1,1,1 ], "districts of Franklin, Keewatin, and Mackenzie| Pop|: 42,609 (1976)| Area: 3,246,404 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Territories",1,1,1 ], "including the islands of the Arctic, Hudson Bay, James Bay, and Ungava Bay; comprises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Territories",1,1,1 ], "km (1,253,438 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Territories",1,1,1 ], "over a third of Canada's total area; rich mineral resources; divided into the three" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest Territories",1,1,1 ], "the part of Canada north of the provinces and east of the Yukon Territory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the northwestern part of England, esp| Lancashire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest",1,1,1 ], "and the Lake District" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest",1,1,2 ], "Oregon, and sometimes Idaho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northwest",1,1,2 ], "the northwestern part of the U|S|, consisting of the states of Washington," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Northwich",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Northwich",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Cheshire: salt and chemical industries| Pop|: 18,109" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norway lobster",1,1,1 ], "a European lobster, Nephrops norvegicus, fished for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norway maple",1,1,1 ], "a large Eurasian maple tree, Acer platanoides, with broad five-lobed pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norway maple",1,1,1 ], "green leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norway rat",1,1,1 ], "another name for brown rat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norway spruce",1,1,1 ], "a European spruce tree, Picea abies, planted for timber and ornament, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norway spruce",1,1,1 ], "drooping branches and dark green needle-like leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norway",1,1,1 ], "3,985,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 324,218 sq| km (125,181 sq| miles)| Norwegian name: Norge" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Norway",1,1,1 ], "Language: Norwegian| Religion: mostly Lutheran| Currency: krone| Capital: Oslo| Pop|:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Norway",1,1,1 ], "Norway has a large fishing fleet and its merchant navy is among the world's largest|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Norway",1,1,1 ], "Sweden (1814-1905); became an independent monarchy in 1905| Its coastline is deeply" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Norway",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in NW Europe, occupying the W part of the Scandinavian peninsula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norway",1,1,1 ], "first united in the Viking age (800-1050); under the rule of Denmark (1523-1814) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norway",1,1,1 ], "indented by fjords and fringed with islands, rising inland to plateaus and mountains|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Norwegian Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the Arctic Ocean between Greenland and Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norwegian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Norway, its language, or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norwegian",1,2,1 ], "any of the various North Germanic languages of Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norwegian",1,2,2 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norwich",1,1,1 ], "1096); University of East Anglia (1963); footwear industry| Pop|: 121,688 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Norwich",1,1,1 ], "a city in E England, administrative centre of Norfolk: cathedral (founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norw|",1,1,1 ], "Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Norw|",1,1,2 ], "Norwegian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nor|",1,1,1 ], "Norman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nor|",1,1,2 ], "north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nor|",1,1,3 ], "Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nor|",1,1,4 ], "Norwegian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nostradamus",1,1,1 ], "astrologer; author of a book of prophecies in rhymed quatrains, Centuries (1555)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nostradamus",1,1,1 ], "latinized name of Michel de Notredame| 1503-66, French physician and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nos|",1,1,1 ], "numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Notogaea",1,1,1 ], "a zoogeographical area comprising the Australasian region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Notre Dame",1,1,1 ], "and 1257" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Notre Dame",1,1,1 ], "the early Gothic cathedral of Paris, on the Ile de la Cite: built between 1163" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nottingham",1,1,1 ], "River Trent: scene of the outbreak of the Civil War (1642); famous for its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nottingham",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central England, administrative centre of Nottinghamshire, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nottingham",1,1,1 ], "associations with the Robin Hood legend; university (1881)| Pop|: 299,758 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nottinghamshire",1,1,1 ], "Nottingham| Pop|: 977,500 (1976 est|)| Area: 2214 sq| km (859 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nottinghamshire",1,1,1 ], "Pennines and the remnant of Sherwood Forest in the east| Administrative centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nottinghamshire",1,1,1 ], "an inland county of central England: generally low-lying, with part of the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Notts| ",1,1,1 ], "Nottinghamshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Notus",1,1,1 ], "a personification of the south or southwest wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nouakchott",1,1,1 ], "capital in 1957; situated on important caravan routes| Pop|: 104,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nouakchott",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Mauritania, near the Atlantic coast: replaced St| Louis as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nouma",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 60,200 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nouma",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of the French Overseas Territory of New Caledonia|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nouvelle Vague",1,1,1 ], "another term for New Wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nouvelle-Caldonie",1,1,1 ], "the French name for New Caledonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nova Lisboa",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1928-73) of Huambo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nova Scotia",1,1,1 ], "Fundy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nova Scotia",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in E Canada, between the Gulf of St| Lawrence and the Bay of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nova Scotia",1,1,2 ], "(1976)| Area: 52,841 sq| km (20,402 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nova Scotia",1,1,2 ], "Breton Island: first settled by the French as Acadia| Capital: Halifax| Pop|: 828,571" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nova Scotia",1,1,2 ], "a province of E Canada, consisting of the Nova Scotia peninsula and Cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novalis",1,1,1 ], "Lieder (1799)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Novalis",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Friedrich von Hardenberg| 1772-1801, German romantic poet| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novalis",1,1,1 ], "works include the mystical Hymnen an die Nacht (1797; published 1800) and Geistliche" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novara",1,1,1 ], "Piedmontese in 1849| Pop|: 102,036 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novara",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Italy, in NE Piedmont: scene of the Austrian defeat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novaya Zemlya",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, off the NE coast of the Soviet Union:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novaya Zemlya",1,1,1 ], "consists of two large islands and many islets| Area: about 81,279 sq| km (31,382 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novaya Zemlya",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Novello",1,1,1 ], "original name Ivor Novello Davies| 1893-1951, Welsh actor, composer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novello",1,1,1 ], "songwriter, and dramatist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novels",1,1,1 ], "Justinian Code: now forming part of the Corpus Juris Civilis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novels",1,1,1 ], "the new statutes of Justinian and succeeding emperors supplementing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "November",1,1,1 ], "the eleventh month of the year, consisting of 30 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novgorod",1,1,1 ], "165,000 (1975 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Novgorod",1,1,1 ], "862 under Rurik, an event regarded as the founding of the Russian state; a major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novgorod",1,1,1 ], "a city in the NW Soviet Union, on the Volkhov River; became a principality in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novgorod",1,1,1 ], "trading centre in the Middle Ages; destroyed by Ivan the Terrible in 1570| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Novi Sad",1,1,1 ], "Neusatz" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Novi Sad",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Yugoslavia, on the River Danube: founded in 1690 as the seat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novi Sad",1,1,1 ], "the Serbian patriarch; university (1960)| Pop|: 141,375 (1971)| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novocaine",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for procaine hydrochloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novokuznetsk",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)| Former name (1932-61): Stalinsk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novokuznetsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S central Soviet Union: iron and steel works| Pop|: 524,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Novosibirsk",1,1,1 ], "1,265,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Novosibirsk",1,1,1 ], "Siberia; developed with the coming of the Trans-Siberian railway in 1893| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Novosibirsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, on the River Ob: the largest town in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nov|",1,1,1 ], "November" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nowel",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of Noel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nox",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of the night| Greek counterpart: Nyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Noyon",1,1,1 ], "Capet (987); birthplace of John Calvin| Pop|: 14,033 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Noyon",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France: scene of the coronations of Charlemagne (768) and Hugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "No|",1,1,1 ], "north(ern)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "No|",1,1,2 ], "number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Np",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for neptunium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Npaktos",1,1,1 ], "League| Pop|: 8170 (1971)| Italian name: Lepanto" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Npaktos",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Greece, between the Gulfs of Corinth and Patras: scene of a naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Npaktos",1,1,1 ], "battle (1571) in which the Turkish fleet was defeated by the fleets of the Holy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nth|",1,1,1 ], "North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuba",1,1,1 ], "a member of a formerly warlike Nilotic people living chiefly in the hills of S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuba",1,1,1 ], "central Sudan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuba",1,1,2 ], "the Chari-Nile branch of the Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuba",1,1,2 ], "the language or group of related dialects spoken by this people, belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nubia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of NE Africa, on the Nile, extending from Aswan to Khartoum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nubian Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in the NE Sudan, between the Nile valley and the Red Sea: mainly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nubian Desert",1,1,1 ], "sandstone plateau" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuevo Laredo",1,1,1 ], "a city and port of entry in NE Mexico, in Tamaulipas state on the Rio Grande" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuevo Laredo",1,1,1 ], "opposite Laredo, Texas: oil industries| Pop|: 193,145 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuevo Leon",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Monterrey| Pop|: 1,694,689 (1970)| Area: 64,555 sq| km (24,925 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuevo Leon",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Mexico: the first centre of heavy industry in Latin America|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuffield teaching project",1,1,1 ], "a complete school programme in mathematics, science, etc|, with suggested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuffield teaching project",1,1,1 ], "complementary theory and practical work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuffield",1,1,1 ], "(1943), a charitable trust for the furtherance of medicine and education" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nuffield",1,1,1 ], "1st Viscount Nuffield| 1877-1963, English motorcar manufacturer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuffield",1,1,1 ], "philanthropist| He endowed Nuffield College at Oxford (1937) and the Nuffield Foundation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuits-Saint-Georges",1,1,1 ], "a fine red wine produced near the town of Nuits-Saint-Georges in Burgundy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuku'alofa",1,1,1 ], "(1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuku'alofa",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Tonga, a port on the N coast of Tongatapu Island| Pop|: 15,545" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nukus",1,1,1 ], "Darya River| Pop|: 74,103 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nukus",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, capital of the Kara-Kalpak ASSR, on the Amu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nullarbor Plain",1,1,1 ], "Bight to the Great Victoria Desert; has no surface water or trees| Area: 260,000 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nullarbor Plain",1,1,1 ], "a vast low plateau of S Australia: extends north from the Great Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nullarbor Plain",1,1,1 ], "km (100,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Numa Pompilius",1,1,1 ], "religious rites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Numa Pompilius",1,1,1 ], "the legendary second king of Rome (??715-??673 b|c|), said to have instituted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Numantia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in N Spain: a centre of Celtic resistance to Rome in N Spain:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Numantia",1,1,1 ], "captured by Scipio the Younger in 133 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Number Ten",1,1,1 ], "10 Downing Street, the British prime minister's official London residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Numbers",1,1,1 ], "the fourth book of the Old Testament, recording the numbers of the Israelites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Numbers",1,1,1 ], "who followed Moses out of Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Numidia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country of N Africa, corresponding roughly to present-day Algeria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Numidia",1,1,1 ], "flourished until its invasion by Vandals in 429; chief towns were Cirta and Hippo Regius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Numidian crane",1,1,1 ], "another name for demoiselle crane (see demoiselle,1,1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Num|",1,1,1 ], "Numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nunc Dimittis",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for the Canticle of Simeon (Luke 2:29-32)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nunc Dimittis",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuneaton",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in Warwickshire| Pop|: 66,979 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nupe",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of Nigeria, noted as fishermen, who live near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nupe",1,1,1 ], "confluence of the Niger and Benue Rivers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nupe",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nupe",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuremberg",1,1,1 ], "(1933-38), the anti-Semitic Nuremberg decrees (1935), and the trials of Nazi leaders for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuremberg",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE West Germany, in N Bavaria: scene of annual Nazi rallies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuremberg",1,1,1 ], "their war crimes (1945-46)| Pop|: 514,657 (1974 est|)| German name: Nurnberg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nureyev",1,1,1 ], "born 1939, ballet dancer, born in the Soviet Union: in England since 1961" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuri",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Indo-European people of Nuristan and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuri",1,1,1 ], "neighbouring parts of Pakistan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nuri",1,1,2 ], "the Dardic language of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuristan",1,1,1 ], "(5000 sq| miles)| Former name: Kafiristan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nuristan",1,1,1 ], "a region of E Afghanistan: consists mainly of high mountains (including part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nuristan",1,1,1 ], "of the Hindu Kush), steep narrow valleys, and forests| Area: about 13,000 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nurmi",1,1,1 ], "and 10,000 metres' races at the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nurmi",1,1,1 ], "known as The Flying Finn| 1897-1973, Finnish runner, winner of the 1500, 5000," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nusa Tenggara",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 73,144 sq| km (28,241 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nusa Tenggara",1,1,1 ], "an island chain forming a province of Indonesia, east of Java: the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nusa Tenggara",1,1,1 ], "islands are Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Sumba, Flores, Alor, and Timor| Pop|: 7,706,561" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nyanja",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of central Africa, living chiefly in Malawi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyanja",1,1,2 ], "family| Nyanja forms the basis of a pidgin used as a lingua franca in central Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nyanja",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyasa",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Lake Malawi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyasaland",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1964) of Malawi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyeman",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Neman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyerere",1,1,1 ], "Zanzibar to form Tanzania (1964)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Nyerere",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, Tanzanian statesman president since 1964|He became prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyerere",1,1,1 ], "of Tanganyika (1961) and president (1962), negotiating the union of Tanganyika and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nykobing",1,1,1 ], "a port in Denmark, on the W coast of Falster Island| Pop|: 90,332 (1968)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nynorsk",1,1,1 ], "most widely spoken form, derived from the dialect of W and N Norway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nynorsk",1,1,1 ], "one of the two mutually intelligible official forms of written Norwegian: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyoro",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Uganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyoro",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Nyoro",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyregyhza",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NE Hungary| Pop|: 71,000 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Nyx",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of the night, daughter of Chaos| Roman counterpart: Nox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N| Dak|",1,1,1 ], "North Dakota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N| Mex|",1,1,1 ], "New Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|",1,1,1 ], "National(ist)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|",1,1,2 ], "Navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|",1,1,3 ], "New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|",1,1,4 ], "Norse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|A|",1,1,1 ], "North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|A|A|C|P|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"National Association for the Advancement of Colored People",1). c_DEF([ "N|A|S|",1,1,1 ], "National Association of Schoolmasters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|B|",1,1,1 ], "New Brunswick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|B|G|",1,1,1 ], "no bloody good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|C|",1,1,1 ], "North Carolina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|C|B|",1,1,1 ], "National Coal Board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|C|C|L|",1,1,1 ], "National Council for Civil Liberties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|C|O|",1,1,1 ], "noncommissioned officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|C|P|",1,1,1 ], "National Country Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|D|P|(in Canada)" ,1, 1, 1],"New Democratic Party",1). c_DEF([ "N|E|",1,1,1 ], "New England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|E|B|",1,1,1 ], "New English Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|E|B|",1,1,2 ], "National Enterprise Board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|E|D|C|",1,1,1 ], "National Economic Development Council| Also: (informal)Neddy " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|E|P|",1,1,1 ], "New Economic Policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|E|R|C|",1,1,1 ], "Natural Environment Research Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|F|",1,1,1 ], "no funds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|F|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"National Fire Service",1). c_DEF([ "N|F|U|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"National Farmers' Union",1). c_DEF([ "N|F|W|I|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"National Federation of Women's Institutes",1). c_DEF([ "N|G|",1,1,1 ], "National Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|G|",1,1,2 ], "New Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|G|",1,1,3 ], "no good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|G|A|",1,1,1 ], "National Graphical Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|G|O|(in India)" ,1, 1, 1],"non-gazetted officer",1). c_DEF([ "N|H|",1,1,1 ], "New Hampshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|H|S|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"National Health Service",1). c_DEF([ "N|I|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) National Insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|I|",1,1,2 ], "Northern Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|I|R|C|",1,1,1 ], "National Industrial Relations Court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|J|",1,1,1 ], "New Jersey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|K|G|B|",1,1,1 ], "People's Commissariat of State Security; the Soviet secret police from 1943" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|K|G|B|",1,1,1 ], "to 1946" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "N|L|C|",1,1,1 ], "National Liberal Club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|L|F|",1,1,1 ], "National Liberation Front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|L|L|S|T|",1,3,1 ], "National Lending Library for Science and Technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|P" ,1, 1, 1],"neuropsychiatric",1). c_DEF([ "N|P" ,1, 1, 2],"neuropsychiatry",1). c_DEF([ "N|P" ,1, 1, 3],"new penny or pence",1). c_DEF([ "N|P" ,1, 1, 5],"noun phrase",1). c_DEF([ "N|P|",1,1,1 ], "Notary Public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|P|A|",1,1,1 ], "Newspaper Publishers' Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|P|L|",1,1,1 ], "National Physical Laboratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|S|",1,1,1 ], "New Style (method of reckoning dates)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|S|",1,1,2 ], "Nova Scotia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|S|B|",1,1,1 ], "National Savings Bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|S|F|",1,1,1 ], "not sufficient funds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|S|P|C|C|",1,1,1 ], "National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|S|W|",1,1,1 ], "New South Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|T|",1,1,1 ], "National Trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|T|",1,1,2 ], "New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|T|",1,1,3 ], "Northern Territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|T|",1,1,4 ], "no trumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|A|A|W|",1,1,1 ], "National Union of Agricultural and Allied Workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|G|M|W|",1,1,1 ], "National Union of General and Municipal Workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|J|",1,1,1 ], "National Union of Journalists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|M|",1,1,1 ], "National Union of Mineworkers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|R|",1,1,1 ], "National Union of Railwaymen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|S|",1,1,1 ], "National Union of Seamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|S|",1,1,2 ], "National Union of Students" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|U|T|",1,1,1 ], "National Union of Teachers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|W|T|",1,1,1 ], "Northwest Territories (of Canada)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|Y|",1,1,1 ], "New York (city or state)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|Y|C|",1,1,1 ], "New York City" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|Z|",1,1,1 ], "New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "N|Z|B|C|",1,1,1 ], "New Zealand Broadcasting Commission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O level",1,1,1,1 ], "the basic level of the General Certificate of Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O level",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O level",1,1,2 ], "a pass in a particular subject at O level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O",1,1,1 ], "oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O",1,1,2 ], "a human blood type of the ABO group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O",1,1,3 ], "Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O",2,1,1 ], "a variant of oh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O",2,1,2 ], "an exclamation introducing an invocation, entreaty, wish, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'-",1,1,1 ], "(in surnames of Irish Gaelic origin) descendant of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Casey" ,1, 1, 1],"1880-1964, Irish dramatist|His plays include",1). c_DEF([ "O'Casey" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Plough and the Stars (1926), which are realistic pictures of Dublin",1). c_DEF([ "O'Casey" ,1, 1, 2],"slum life",2). c_DEF([ "O'Connell",1,1,1 ], "1775-1847, Irish nationalist leader and orator, whose election to the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Connell",1,1,1 ], "House of Commons (1828) forced the acceptance of Catholic emancipation (1829)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O'Connor",1,1,1 ], "Frank| pen name of Michael O'Donovan| 1903-66, Irish short-story writer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Connor",1,1,1 ], "critic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O'Connor",1,1,2 ], "Thomas Power, known as Tay Pay| 1848-1929, Irish journalist and nationalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Connor",1,1,2 ], "leader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O'Donovan",1,1,1 ], "the original name of (Frank)O'Connor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Fiaich",1,1,1 ], "all Ireland since 1978" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O'Fiaich",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, Irish Roman Catholic prelate; archbishop of Armagh and primate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Higgins",1,1,1 ], "Ambrosio |1720-1801, Irish soldier, who became viceroy of Chile (1789-96) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Higgins",1,1,1 ], "of Peru (1796-1801)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O'Higgins",1,1,2 ], "his son, Bernardo (ber!nar$do)| 1778-1842, Chilean revolutionary| He was one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Higgins",1,1,2 ], "of the leaders in the struggle for independence from Spain and was Chile's first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O'Higgins",1,1,2 ], "president (1817-23)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "O'Neill",1,1,1 ], "1888-1953, U|S| dramatist| His works, which are notable for their emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O'Neill",1,1,1 ], "Interlude (1928), Mourning becomes Elektra (1931), Long Day's Journey into Night (1941)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "O'Neill",1,1,1 ], "and The Iceman Cometh (1946): Nobel prize for literature 1936" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "O'Neill",1,1,1 ], "power and psychological analysis, include Desire under the Elms (1924), Strange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "OAS",1,1,1 ], "Organization of American States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OAS",1,1,2 ], "Organisation de l'Armee Secrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OAS",1,1,3 ], "an organization of European settlers in Algeria who opposed Algerian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OAS",1,1,3 ], "independence by acts of terrorism (1961-63)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "OCAM",1,1,1 ], "Francophone states of Africa, established in 1965 to further political cooperation and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "OCAM",1,1,1 ], "Organisation commune africaine et malgache: an association of the 14 principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OCAM",1,1,1 ], "economic and social development" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "OCR" ,1, 1, 1],"optical character reader or",1). c_DEF([ "OCR" ,1, 1, 2],"ecogniti",1). c_DEF([ "OCTU",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Officer Cadets Training Unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OD",1,1,1 ], "Old Dutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OE",1,1,1 ], "Old English (language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OF",1,1,1 ], "Old French (language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OFris",1,1,1 ], "Old Frisian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OHG",1,1,1 ], "Old High German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OLG",1,1,1 ], "Old Low German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ON",1,1,1 ], "Old Norse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OP",1,1,1 ], "observation post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "OPEC",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Organization of Petroleum-Exporting Countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oahu",1,1,1 ], "an island in central Hawaii: the third largest of the Hawaiian Islands| Chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oahu",1,1,1 ], "town: Honolulu| Pop|: 630,528 (1970)| Area: 1574 sq| km (608 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oakham",1,1,1 ], "Rutland| Pop|: 6411 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oakham",1,1,1 ], "a market town in E central England, in Leicestershire, formerly county town of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oakland",1,1,1 ], "345,880 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oakland",1,1,1 ], "a port and industrial centre in W California, on San Francisco Bay| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oakley",1,1,1 ], "original name Phoebe Anne Oakley Mozee| 1860-1926, U|S| markswoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oaks",1,1,1 ], "a horse race for fillies held annually at Epsom since 1779: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oaks",1,1,1 ], "classics of English flat-racing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oaks",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oakville",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Canada, in SE Ontario on Lake Ontario southwest of Toronto:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oakville",1,1,1 ], "motor-vehicle industry| Pop|: 61,483 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oates",1,1,1 ], "1649-1705, English conspirator|He fabricated the Popish Plot (1678), a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oates",1,1,1 ], "Protestants|His perjury caused the execution of many innocent Catholics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oates",1,1,1 ], "supposed Catholic conspiracy to kill Charles II, burn London, and massacre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oaxaca",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 95,363 sq| km (36,820 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oaxaca",1,1,1 ], "Tehuantepec; inhabited chiefly by Indians| Capital: Oaxaca de Juarez| Pop|: 2,171,733" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oaxaca",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Mexico, on the Pacific: includes most of the Isthmus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oaxaca",1,1,2 ], "a city in S Mexico, capital of Oaxaca state: founded in 1486 by the Aztecs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oaxaca",1,1,2 ], "conquered by Spain in 1521| Pop|: 118,810 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ob",1,1,1 ], "2,930,000 sq| km (1,131,000 sq| miles)| Length: 3682 km (2287 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ob",1,1,1 ], "Arctic Ocean): one of the largest rivers in the world, with a drainage basin of about" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ob",1,1,1 ], "Biya and Katun Rivers and flowing generally north to the Gulf of Ob (an inlet of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ob",1,1,1 ], "a river in the N central Soviet Union, formed at Bisk by the confluence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Obadiah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Obadiah",1,1,2 ], "spelling: Abdias " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Obadiah",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles, chiefly directed against Edom| Douay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Obad|",1,1,1 ], "Obadiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oban",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 6910 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oban",1,1,1 ], "a small port and resort in W Scotland, in NW Strathclyde on the Firth of Lorn|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Obasanjo",1,1,1 ], "born 1937, Nigerian general and statesman head of state since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oberammergau",1,1,1 ], "World Wars) since 1634, in thanksgiving for the end of the Black Death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oberammergau",1,1,1 ], "a village in S West Germany, in Bavaria in the foothills of the Alps: famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oberammergau",1,1,1 ], "for its Passion Play, performed by the villagers every ten years (except during the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oberhausen",1,1,1 ], "Rhine-Herne Canal: site of the first ironworks in the Ruhr| Pop|: 240,702 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oberhausen",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oberland",1,1,1 ], "canton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oberland",1,1,1 ], "the lower parts of the Bernese Alps in central Switzerland, mostly in S Bern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oberon",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval folklore) the king of the fairies, husband of Titania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oberon",2,1,1 ], "planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oberon",2,1,1 ], "the second largest of the five satellites of Uranus and the furthest from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oberosterreich",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Upper Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Obote",1,1,1 ], "Milton| born 1924, Ugandan politician; prime minister of Uganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Obote",1,1,2 ], "(1962-66) and president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Obote",1,1,3 ], "(1966-71)| He was deposed by Amin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Occam",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (William of)Ockham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Occident",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the countries of Europe and America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Occident",1,1,2 ], "the western hemisphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Occidental" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to the Occident",1). c_DEF([ "Occidental" ,1, 2, 1],"an inhabitant, esp| a native, of the Occident",1). c_DEF([ "Occidental" ,1, 2, 1],"an inhabitant, esp| a native, of the Occident| &-Occidentalism n|",1). c_DEF([ "Occidentalize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become Occidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ocean of Storms",1,1,1 ], "the largest of the dark plains (mare) on the surface of the moon, situated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ocean of Storms",1,1,1 ], "the second and third quadrant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oceania",1,1,1 ], "Polynesia: sometimes also including Australasia and the Malay Archipelago" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oceania",1,1,1 ], "the islands of the central and S Pacific, including Melanesia, Micronesia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oceanic",1,1,1 ], "a branch, group, or subfamily of the Malayo-Polynesian family of languages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oceanic",1,1,1 ], "comprising Polynesian and Melanesian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oceanic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oceanic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Oceania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oceanid",1,1,1 ], "any of the ocean nymphs born of Oceanus and Tethys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oceanus",1,1,1 ], "a Titan, divinity of the stream believed to flow around the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ockeghem" ,1, 1, 1],"or Jan van| ??1430-??95, Flemish composer|Also: Ockenheim",1). c_DEF([ "Ockham",1,1,1 ], "died 1349, English nominalist philosopher, who contested the temporal power of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ockham",1,1,1 ], "the papacy and ended the conflict between nominalism and realism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ockham's razor",1,1,1 ], "a maxim, attributed to William of Ockham, stating that in explaining something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ockham's razor",1,1,1 ], "assumptions must not be needlessly multiplied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Octans" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the S hemisphere in which the S celestial pole is",1). c_DEF([ "Octans" ,1, 2, 1],"situated",2). c_DEF([ "Octavia",1,1,1 ], "died 11 b|c|, wife of Mark Antony; sister of Augustus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Octavian",1,1,1 ], "the name of Augustus before he became emperor (27 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "October Revolution",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Russian Revolution ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "October",1,1,1 ], "the tenth month of the year, consisting of 31 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Octobrist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Russian political party favouring the constitutional reforms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Octobrist",1,1,1 ], "granted in a manifesto issued by Nicholas II in Oct| 1905" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oct|",1,1,1 ], "October" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oc|",1,1,1 ], "Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Od",1,1,1 ], "(used in mild oaths) an archaic word for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oddfellow",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Independent Order of Oddfellows, a secret benevolent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oddfellow",1,1,1 ], "fraternal association founded in England in the 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Odelsting",1,1,1 ], "the lower chamber of the Norwegian parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odense",1,1,1 ], "11th century| Pop|: 168,178 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Odense",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Denmark, on Fyn Island: cathedral founded by King Canute in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oder",1,1,1 ], "Length: 913 km (567 miles)| Czech and Polish name: Odra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oder",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Europe, rising in N Czechoslovakia and flowing north and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oder",1,1,1 ], "west, forming part of the border between East Germany and Poland to the Baltic|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oder-Neisse Line",1,1,1 ], "Neisse| Established in 1945, it originally separated the Soviet Zone of Germany from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oder-Neisse Line",1,1,1 ], "the present-day boundary between Germany and Poland along the Rivers Oder and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oder-Neisse Line",1,1,1 ], "the regions of Germany under Polish administration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Odessa",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Ukrainian SSR on the Black Sea: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odessa",1,1,1 ], "and one of the largest ports in the Soviet Union| Pop|: 1,002,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Odessa",1,1,1 ], "chief Russian grain port in the 19th century; university (1865); industrial centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Odin",1,1,1 ], "Germanic counterpart: Wotan, Woden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Odin",1,1,1 ], "the supreme creator god; the divinity of wisdom, culture, war, and the dead|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odoacer",1,1,1 ], "434-493 a|d|,barbarian ruler of Italy (476-493); assassinated by Theodoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odovacar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Odoacer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odra",1,1,1 ], "the Czech and Polish name for the Oder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odysseus",1,1,1 ], "courage and ingenuity| His return to his kingdom of Ithaca was fraught with adventures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Odysseus",1,1,1 ], "in which he lost all his companions and he was acknowledged by his wife Penelope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Odysseus",1,1,1 ], "one of the foremost of the Greek heroes at the siege of Troy, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odysseus",1,1,1 ], "only after killing her suitors| Roman name: Ulysses" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Odyssey",1,1,1 ], "a Greek epic poem, attributed to Homer, describing the ten-year homeward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Odyssey",1,1,1 ], "wanderings of Odysseus after the fall of Troy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Odyssey",1,1,2 ], "any long eventful journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oe",1,1,1 ], "oersted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oedipus complex",1,1,1 ], "a group of emotions, usually unconscious, involving the desire of a child," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oedipus complex",1,1,1 ], "esp| a male child, to possess sexually the parent of the opposite sex while" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oedipus complex",1,1,1 ], "excluding the parent of the same sex" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oedipus",1,1,1 ], "father, being unaware of his identity, and unwittingly married his mother, by whom he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oedipus",1,1,1 ], "had four children| When the truth was revealed, he put out his eyes and Jocasta" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oedipus",1,1,1 ], "killed herself" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Oedipus",1,1,1 ], "the son of Laius and Jocasta, the king and queen of Thebes, who killed his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oehlenschlger",1,1,1 ], "1779-1850, Danish romantic poet and dramatist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oenone",1,1,1 ], "a nymph of Mount Ida, whose lover Paris left her for Helen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Offa",1,1,1 ], "Dyke) between Wales and Mercia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Offa",1,1,1 ], "died 796 a|d|, king of Mercia (757-796), who constructed an earthwork (Offa's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Offaly",1,1,1 ], "an inland county of E central Ireland, in Leinster province: formerly an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Offaly",1,1,1 ], "ancient kingdom, which also included parts of Tipperary, Leix, and Kildare| County" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Offaly",1,1,1 ], "town: Tullamore| Pop|: 51,834 (1971)| Area: 2000 sq| km (770 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Offenbach" ,2, 1, 1],"1819-80, French composer of operettas, including",1). c_DEF([ "Offenbach" ,2, 1, 2],"and The Tales of Hoffmann (1881)",1). c_DEF([ "Offenbach",1,1,1 ], "Frankfurt am Main: leather-goods industry| Pop|: 120,092 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Offenbach",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central West Germany, on the River Main in Hesse opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Official Receiver",1,1,1 ], "an officer appointed by the Department of Trade and Industry to receive the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Official Receiver",1,1,1 ], "bankruptcy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Official Receiver",1,1,1 ], "income and manage the estate of a bankrupt pending the appointment of a trustee in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Official Referee",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a circuit judge attached to the High Court who is empowered to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Official Referee",1,1,1 ], "is involved" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Official Referee",1,1,1 ], "try certain cases, esp| where a detailed examination of accounts or other documents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Official Solicitor",1,1,1 ], "an officer of the Supreme Court of Judicature with special responsibilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Official Solicitor",1,1,1 ], "for protecting the interests of persons under disability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Official",1,1,1 ], "existed since a split in 1969| The Official movement emphasizes political rather than" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Official",1,1,1 ], "guerrilla activity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Official",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to one of the two factions of the IRA and Sinn Fein, which have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Official",1,2,1 ], "a member of the Official IRA and Sinn Fein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ogaden",1,1,1 ], "a region of SE Ethiopia, bordering on Somalia: consists of a desert plateau," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ogaden",1,1,1 ], "and Somalia (1977-78)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ogaden",1,1,1 ], "inhabited by Somali nomads; a secessionist movement, supported by Somalia, has existed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ogaden",1,1,1 ], "within the region since the early 1960s and led to bitter fighting between Ethiopia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ogasawara Gunto",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese name for the Bonin Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ogbomosho",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Nigeria: the third largest town in Nigeria; trading centre for an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ogbomosho",1,1,1 ], "agricultural region| Pop|: 432,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ogden" ,1, 1, 2],"1889-1957, English linguist, who, with I| A| Richards, devised Basic English",1). c_DEF([ "Ogham Irish",1,1,1 ], "alphabet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ogham Irish",1,1,1 ], "another name for Old Irish: the language of inscriptions in the ogham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oglethorpe",1,1,1 ], "1696-1785, English general and colonial administrator; founder of the colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oglethorpe",1,1,1 ], "of Georgia (1733)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ogoouor Ogowe",1,1,1 ], "a river in W central Africa, rising in the SW Congo Republic and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ogoouor Ogowe",1,1,1 ], "generally northwest and north through Gabon to the Atlantic| Length: about 970 km (683" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ogoouor Ogowe",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ogpu",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet police and secret police from 1923 to 1934" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ogun",1,1,1 ], "Abeokuta| Pop|: 1,448,966 (1976 est|)| Area: 13,600 sq| km (5250 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ogun",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of Western State| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ogygian",1,1,1 ], "of very great age; prehistoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ohio",1,1,1 ], "106,125 sq| km (40,975 sq| miles)| Abbrev| (with zip code): OH" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ohio",1,1,1 ], "a state of the central U|S|, in the Midwest on Lake Erie: consists of prairies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ohio",1,1,1 ], "and most of the E borders| Capital: Columbus| Pop|: 10,652,017 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ohio",1,1,1 ], "in the west and the Allegheny plateau in the east, the Ohio River forming the S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ohio",1,1,2 ], "Mississippi at Cairo, Illinois, as its chief E tributary| Length: 1570 km (975 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ohio",1,1,2 ], "Monongahela Rivers at Pittsburgh: flows generally west and southwest to join the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ohio",1,1,2 ], "a river in the eastern U|S|, formed by the confluence of the Allegheny and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ohm",1,1,1 ], "1787-1854, German physicist, who formulated the law named after him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ohm's law",1,1,1 ], "directly proportional to the potential difference across it, the constant of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ohm's law",1,1,1 ], "proportionality being the resistance of the conductor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ohm's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the electric current passing through a conductor is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oil Rivers",1,1,1 ], "the delta of the Niger River in S Nigeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oireachtas",1,1,1 ], "the parliament of the Republic of Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oise",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 5887 sq| km (2296 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oise",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Picardy region| Capital: Beauvais| Pop|: 620,450" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oise",1,1,2 ], "a river in N France, rising in Belgium, in the Ardennes, and flowing southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oise",1,1,2 ], "to join the Seine at Conflans| Length: 302 km (188 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oistrakh",1,1,1 ], "David (da!vit)|1908-74, Soviet violinist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oistrakh",1,1,2 ], "his son, Igor |born 1931, Soviet violinist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oita",1,1,1 ], "16th century| Pop|: 304,922 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oita",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW Japan, on NE Kyushu: dominated most of Kyushu in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ojibwa",1,1,1 ], "Superior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ojibwa",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people living in a region west of Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ojibwa",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okavango",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW central Africa, rising in central Angola and flowing southeast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okavango",1,1,1 ], "about 1600 km (1000 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Okavango",1,1,1 ], "across the Caprivi Strip to form a great marsh known as the Okavango Basin|Length:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Okavango",1,1,1 ], "then east as part of the border between Angola and South West Africa, then southeast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Okayama",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Japan, on W Honshu on the Inland Sea| Pop|: 501,220 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okeechobee",1,1,1 ], "a lake in S Florida, in the Everglades: second largest freshwater lake wholly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okeechobee",1,1,1 ], "within the U|S| Area: 1813 sq| km (700 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Okefenokee Swamp",1,1,1 ], "a swamp in SE Georgia and N Florida: protected flora and fauna| Area: 1554 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okefenokee Swamp",1,1,1 ], "km (600 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Okhotsk",1,1,1 ], "Islands, Sakhalin Island, and the E coast of Siberia| Area: 1,589,840 sq| km (613,838" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Okhotsk",1,1,1 ], "part of the NW Pacific, surrounded by the Kamchatka Peninsula, the Kurile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okhotsk",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Okie",1,1,1 ], "slang, sometimes considered offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okie",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of Oklahoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okie",1,1,3 ], "Depression of the 1930s to work elsewhere in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Okie",1,1,3 ], "an impoverished migrant farm worker, esp| one who left Oklahoma during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okinawa",1,1,1 ], "Pacific: scene of heavy fighting in World War II; administered by the U|S| (1945-72);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Okinawa",1,1,1 ], "a coral island of SW Japan, the largest of the Ryukyu Islands in the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Okinawa",1,1,1 ], "agricultural| Chief town: Naha City| Pop|: 934,176 (1971)| Area: 1176 sq| km (454 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oklahoma City",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Oklahoma: the state capital and a major agricultural and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oklahoma City",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre| Pop|: 373,717 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oklahoma",1,1,1 ], "2,559,253 (1970)| Area: 178,145 sq| km (68,782 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oklahoma",1,1,1 ], "a state in the S central U|S|: consists of plains in the west, rising to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oklahoma",1,1,1 ], "mountains in the southwest and east; important for oil| Capital: Oklahoma City| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Okla|",1,1,1 ], "Oklahoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olaf I",1,1,1 ], "called Olaf Tryggvesson| 965-1000 a|d|, king of Norway (995-??1000)| He began" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olaf I",1,1,1 ], "the conversion of Norway to Christianity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olaf II",1,1,1 ], "995-1030 a|d|, king of Norway (1015-28), who worked to complete the conversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olaf II",1,1,1 ], "July 29" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Olaf II",1,1,1 ], "of Norway to Christianity; deposed by Canute; patron saint of Norway| Feast day:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olaf V",1,1,1 ], "born 1903, king of Norway since 1957; son of Haakon VII" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oland",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 1347 sq| km (520 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oland",1,1,1 ], "Kalmar Sound: the second largest Swedish island| Chief town: Borgholm| Pop|: 20,361" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oland",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Baltic Sea, separated from the mainland of SE Sweden by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olcott",1,1,1 ], "Colonel Henry Steel| 1832-1907, U|S| theosophist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Bailey",1,1,1 ], "Criminal Court of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Bailey",1,1,1 ], "the chief court exercising criminal jurisdiction in London; the Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Bulgarian",1,1,1 ], "another name for Old Church Slavonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Castile",1,1,1 ], "Castilla la Vieja" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Castile",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Spain, on the Bay of Biscay: formerly a province| Spanish name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Catholic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to several small national Churches which have broken away from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Catholic",1,1,1 ], "the Roman Catholic Church on matters of doctrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Catholic",1,2,1 ], "a member of one of these Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Church Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "Bible was translated in the ninth century, preserved as a liturgical language of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Church Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "the oldest recorded Slavonic language: the form of Old Slavonic into which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Church Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "various Orthodox Churches: belonging to the South Slavonic subbranch of languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Old Dart",1,1,1 ], "Austral| slang| England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Dutch",1,1,1 ], "of Old Low German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Dutch",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch language up to about 1100, derived from the Low Franconian dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old English sheepdog",1,1,1 ], "a breed of large sheepdog with a profuse shaggy coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old English",1,1,1 ], "century a|d| to about 1100| The main dialects were West Saxon (the chief literary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old English",1,1,1 ], "form), Kentish, and Anglian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Old English",1,1,1 ], "the English language from the time of the earliest settlements in the fifth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old English",1,1,2 ], "a Gothic typeface commonly used in England up to the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old French",1,1,1 ], "about 1400" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old French",1,1,1 ], "the French language in its earliest forms, from about the 9th century up to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Frisian",1,1,1 ], "the Frisian language up to about 1400" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Glory",1,1,1 ], "a nickname for the flag of the United States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Guard",1,1,1 ], "the French imperial guard created by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1804" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Harry",1,1,1 ], "a jocular name for Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old High German",1,1,1 ], "Bavaria, Alsace, and elsewhere, including Alemannic, Bavarian, Langobardic, and Upper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Old High German",1,1,1 ], "Franconian" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Old High German",1,1,1 ], "German; High German up to about 1200: spoken in the Middle Ages on the upper Rhine, in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old High German",1,1,1 ], "a group of West Germanic dialects that eventually developed into modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Icelandic",1,1,1 ], "the dialect of Old Norse spoken and written in Iceland; the Icelandic language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Icelandic",1,1,1 ], "up to about 1600" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Irish",1,1,1 ], "survive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Irish",1,1,1 ], "the Celtic language of Ireland up to about 900 a|d|, of which few records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Irish",1,1,2 ], "Irish Gaelic up to about 1100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "a period of Egyptian history: usually considered to extend from the third to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "the sixth dynasty (??2700-??2150 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Latin",1,1,1 ], "the Latin language before the classical period, up to about 100 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Low German",1,1,1 ], "of modern Low German and Dutch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Low German",1,1,1 ], "the Saxon and Low Franconian dialects of German up to about 1200; the old form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Nick",1,1,1 ], "a jocular name for Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Norse",1,1,1 ], "about 700 to about 1350, forming the North Germanic branch of the Indo-European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Norse",1,1,1 ], "family of languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Old Norse",1,1,1 ], "the language or group of dialects of medieval Scandinavia and Iceland from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old North French",1,1,1 ], "any of the dialects of Old French spoken in N France, such as Norman French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Northwest",1,1,1 ], "(in the early U|S|) the land between the Great Lakes, the Mississippi, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Northwest",1,1,1 ], "Michigan, and part of Minnesota" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Old Northwest",1,1,1 ], "Ohio River|Awarded to the U|S| in 1783, it was organized into the Northwest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Northwest",1,1,1 ], "Territory in 1787 and now forms the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Old Persian",1,1,1 ], "an ancient language belonging to the West Iranian branch of the Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Persian",1,1,1 ], "family, recorded in cuneiform inscriptions of the 6th to the 4th centuries b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Prussian",1,1,1 ], "branch of the Indo-European family: extinct by 1700" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Prussian",1,1,1 ], "the former language of the non-German Prussians, belonging to the Baltic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Saxon",1,1,1 ], "is derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Saxon",1,1,1 ], "the Saxon dialect of Low German up to about 1200, from which modern Low German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "Slavs that developed into Serbo-Croatian and Bulgarian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "the South Slavonic language up to about 1400: the language of the Macedonian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old South",1,1,1 ], "the American South before the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Stone Age",1,1,1 ], "another term for palaeolithic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Style",1,1,1 ], "the former method of reckoning dates using the Julian calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Testament",1,1,1 ], "essentially recording the history of the Hebrew people as the chosen people of God; the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old Testament",1,1,1 ], "first part of the Christian Bible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Old Testament",1,1,1 ], "the collection of books comprising the sacred Scriptures of the Hebrews and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old Test|",1,1,1 ], "Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old World monkey",1,1,1 ], "any monkey of the family Cercopithecidae, including macaques, baboons, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Old World monkey",1,1,1 ], "mandrills| They are more closely related to anthropoid apes than are the New World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old World monkey",1,1,1 ], "monkeys, having nostrils that are close together and nonprehensile tails" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Old World",1,1,1 ], "comprising Europe, Asia, and Africa; the eastern hemisphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Old World",1,1,1 ], "that part of the world that was known before the discovery of the Americas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oldcastle",1,1,1 ], "He is thought to have been a model for Shakespeare's character Falstaff in Henry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oldcastle",1,1,1 ], "IV" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Oldcastle",1,1,1 ], "Sir John, Baron Cobham| 1378-1417, Lollard leader| In 1411 he led an English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oldcastle",1,1,1 ], "army in France but in 1413 he was condemned as a heretic and later hanged and burnt|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oldenburg",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 134,168 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oldenburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW West Germany, in Lower Saxony: former capital of Oldenburg state|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oldenburg",1,1,2 ], "a former state of NW Germany: became part of Lower Saxony in 1946" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oldenburg",2,1,1 ], "born 1929, U|S| pop sculptor and artist, born in Sweden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oldham",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 105,705 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olduvai Gorge",1,1,1 ], "a gorge in N Tanzania, north of the Ngorongoro Crater: fossil evidence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olduvai Gorge",1,1,1 ], "early man and other closely related species, together with artifacts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oligocene",1,1,1 ], "lasted for 15,000,000 years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oligocene",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the third epoch of the Tertiary period, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oligocene",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by the) the Oligocene epoch or rock series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olimbos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the modern Greek name for Olympus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oliphant",1,1,1 ], "Sir Marcus Laurence Elwin| born 1901, Australian nuclear physicist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oliver",1,1,1 ], "one of Charlemagne's 12 paladins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oliver",1,1,2 ], "Joseph, called King Oliver| 1885-1938, U|S| pioneer jazz cornetist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olives",1,1,1 ], "(Mark 11:11) was on its eastern slope and Gethsemane on its western one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olives",1,1,1 ], "a hill to the east of Jerusalem: in New Testament times the village Bethany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olivier",1,1,1 ], "Lord Olivier| born 1907, English actor and director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olm",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Olomouc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olomouc",1,1,1 ], "Moravia until 1640; university (1576)| Pop|: 79,900 (1970)| German name: Olmutz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olomouc",1,1,1 ], "a city in Czechoslovakia, in North Moravia on the Morava River: capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olszyn",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Poland: founded in 1334 by the Teutonic Knights; communications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olszyn",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 107,500 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympia",1,1,1 ], "a plain in Greece, in the NW Peloponnese: in ancient times a major sanctuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympia",1,1,1 ], "of Zeus and site of the original Olympic Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympia",1,1,2 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympia",1,1,2 ], "a port in W Washington, the state capital, on Puget Sound| Pop|: 23,111" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympiad",1,1,1 ], "a staging of the modern Olympic Games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympiad",1,1,2 ], "the four-year period between consecutive celebrations of the Olympic Games; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympiad",1,1,2 ], "unit of ancient Greek chronology dating back to 776 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympiad",1,1,3 ], "an international contest in chess, bridge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Mount Olympus or to the classical Greek gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympian",1,1,2 ], "majestic or godlike in manner or bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympian",1,1,3 ], "superior to mundane considerations, esp| when impractical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympian",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to ancient Olympia or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympian",1,2,1 ], "a god of Olympus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympian",1,2,2 ], "an inhabitant or native of ancient Olympia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympian",1,2,3 ], "a competitor in the Olympic Games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Games",1,1,1 ], "ancient Olympia| From 472 b|c|, it consisted of five days of games, sacrifices, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Games",1,1,1 ], "festivities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Games",1,1,1 ], "the greatest Panhellenic festival, held every fourth year in honour of Zeus at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Games",1,1,2 ], "Athens in 1896" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Games",1,1,2 ], "sporting contests held every four years in a selected country since their inception in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Games",1,1,2 ], "the modern revival of these games, consisting of international athletic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Mount Olympus, 2427 m (7965 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in NW Washington: part of the Coast Range| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a large peninsula of W Washington" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Olympic Games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ancient Olympia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympus",1,1,1 ], "Mount| a mountain in NE Greece, on the border between Thessaly and Macedonia:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympus",1,1,1 ], "place of the greater gods| Height: 2911 m (9550 ft|)| Greek name: Olimbos" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Olympus",1,1,1 ], "the highest mountain in Greece, believed in Greek mythology to be the dwelling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympus",1,1,2 ], "Height: 2427 m (7965 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Olympus",1,1,2 ], "Mount| a mountain in NW Washington: highest peak of the Olympic Mountains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olympus",1,1,3 ], "a poetic word for heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Olynthus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in N Greece: the centre of Chalcidice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Om",1,1,1 ], "a sacred syllable typifying the three gods Brahma, Vishnu, and Siva, who are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Om",1,1,1 ], "concerned in the threefold operation of integration, maintenance, and disintegration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omagh",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omagh",1,1,1 ], "a market town in Northern Ireland, county town of Co| Tyrone| Pop|: 11,953" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omaha",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Nebraska, on the Missouri River opposite Council Bluffs, Iowa: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omaha",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 377,292 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Omaha",1,1,1 ], "largest city in the state; the country's largest livestock market and meat-packing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oman",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Muscat| Pop|: 766,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: about 212,400 sq| km (82,000 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Oman",1,1,1 ], "a sultanate in SE Arabia, on the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea: the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oman",1,1,1 ], "coast, and part of Pakistan| Language: Arabic| Religion: Muslim| Currency: rial|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oman",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Former name (until 1970): Muscat and Oman" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Oman",1,1,1 ], "powerful state in Arabia in the 19th century, ruling Zanzibar, much of the Persian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omar Khayyam",1,1,1 ], "1050-1123, Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer, noted for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omar Khayyam",1,1,1 ], "Rubaiyat, a collection of quatrains, popularized in the West by Edward Fitzgerald's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omar Khayyam",1,1,1 ], "version (1859)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Omayyad",1,1,1 ], "a caliph of the dynasty ruling (661-750 a|d|) from its capital at Damascus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omayyad",1,1,2 ], "Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omayyad",1,1,2 ], "an emir (756-929 a|d|) or caliph (929-1031 a|d|) of the Omayyad dynasty in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omdurman",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Sudan, on the White Nile, opposite Khartoum: the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omdurman",1,1,1 ], "successor was defeated by Lord Kitchener's forces| Pop|: 258,532 (1971 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Omdurman",1,1,1 ], "town in the Sudan; scene of the Battle of Omdurman (1898), in which the Mahdi's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omer",1,1,1 ], "a period of seven weeks extending from the second day of Passover to the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omer",1,1,1 ], "day of Shabuoth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ommiad",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Omayyad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omphale",1,1,1 ], "a queen of Lydia, whom Hercules was required to serve as a slave to atone for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omphale",1,1,1 ], "the murder of Iphitus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omsk",1,1,1 ], "968,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Omsk",1,1,1 ], "Rivers: a major industrial centre, with pipelines from the second Baku oilfield| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, at the confluence of the Irtysh and Om" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Omuta",1,1,1 ], "169,485 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Omuta",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Japan, on W Kyushu on Ariake Bay: coal-mining centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Om|",1,1,1 ], "Ostmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "On",1,1,1 ], "the ancient Egyptian and biblical name for Heliopolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onassis",1,1,1 ], "1906-75, Argentinian (formerly Greek) shipowner, born in Turkey|In 1968 he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onassis",1,1,1 ], "married Jacqueline, born 1929, the widow of U|S| President John F| Kennedy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ondo",1,1,1 ], "Western State| Capital: Akure| Pop|: 2,727,676 (1976 est|)| Area: 14,400 sq| km (5559" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ondo",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW Nigeria, on the Bight of Benin: formed in 1976 from part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ondo",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Onega",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the NW Soviet Union, mostly in the Karelian ASSR: the second largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onega",1,1,1 ], "lake in Europe and fourth largest in the Soviet Union| Area: 9891 sq| km (3819 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Onega",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oneida",1,1,1 ], "Lake| a lake in central New York State: part of the New York State Barge Canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oneida",1,1,1 ], "system| Length: about 35 km (22 miles)| Greatest width: 9 km (6 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oneida",1,1,2 ], "(preceded by the; functioning as pl|) a North American Indian people formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oneida",1,1,2 ], "living east of Lake Ontario; one of the Iroquois peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oneida",1,1,3 ], "a member of this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oneida",1,1,4 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onions",1,1,1 ], "1873-1965, English lexicographer; an editor of the Oxford English Dictionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onitsha",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 220,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Onitsha",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Nigeria, in Anambra State on the Niger River: industrial centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onondaga",1,1,1 ], "Lake| a salt lake in central New York State| Area: about 13 sq| km (5 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onondaga",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Onondaga",1,1,2 ], "Lake Champlain and the St| Lawrence River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Onondaga",1,1,2 ], "a member of a North American Indian Iroquois people formerly living between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Onondaga",1,1,3 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Toronto| Pop|: 8,264,465 (1976)| Area: 891,198 sq| km (344,092 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,1 ], "a province of central Canada: lies mostly on the Canadian Shield and contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,1 ], "the fertile plain of the lower Great Lakes and the St| Lawrence River, one of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,1 ], "world's leading industrial areas; the second largest and the most populous province|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake between the U|S| and Canada, bordering on New York State and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,2 ], "Ontario province: the smallest of the Great Lakes; linked with Lake Erie by the Niagara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,2 ], "River and Welland Canal; drained by the St| Lawrence| Area: 19,684 sq| km (7600 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ontario",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ont|",1,1,1 ], "Ontario" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oostende",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Ostend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Open Brethren",1,1,1 ], "one of the two main divisions of the Plymouth Brethren that, in contrast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Open Brethren",1,1,1 ], "the Exclusive Brethren, permits contacts with members outside the sect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Open University" ,1, 1, 1],"a university founded in 1969 for mature students studying by television and",1). c_DEF([ "Open University" ,1, 1, 1],"radio lectures, correspondence courses, local counselling, and summer schools",2). c_DEF([ "Oph",1,1,1 ], "1902-57, German film director, whose films include Liebelei (1932), La Signora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oph",1,1,1 ], "di tutti (1934), La Ronde (1950), Le Plaisir (1952), and Lola Montes (1955)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ophir",1,1,1 ], "10:10)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ophir",1,1,1 ], "a region, probably situated on the SW coast of Arabia on the Red Sea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ophir",1,1,1 ], "renowned, esp| in King Solomon's reign, for its gold and precious stones (I Kings 9:28;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 2, 1],"Scorpius and containing the dark nebula, Ophiuchus Nebula",2). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 2, 1],"a large constellation lying on the celestial equator between Hercules and",1). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 1],"used to join alternatives",1). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 2],"used to join rephrasings of the same thing",1). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 3],"used to join two alternatives when the first is preceded by either or whether:",1). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 3],"whether it rains or not we'll be there; either yes or no",2). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 4],"one or two, four or five, etc| a few",1). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 5],"or else| otherwise;if not",1). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 6],"a poetic word for ,either or ,whether, as the first element in correlatives,",1). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 6],"with or",2). c_DEF([ "Ophiuchus" ,1, 3, 7],"lso preceding the second alternative|?-",1). c_DEF([ "Oporto",1,1,1 ], "Portuguese name: Porto" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oporto",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Portugal, near the mouth of the Douro River: the second largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oporto",1,1,1 ], "city in Portugal, famous for port wine (begun in 1678)| Pop|: 311,800 (1974 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oppenheimer",1,1,1 ], "Robert| 1904-67, U|S| nuclear physicist| He was director of the Los Alamos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oppenheimer",1,1,1 ], "laboratory (1943-45), which produced the first atomic bomb| He opposed the development of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oppenheimer",1,1,1 ], "later exonerated" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Oppenheimer",1,1,1 ], "the hydrogen bomb (1949) and in 1953 was alleged to be a security risk| He was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ops",1,1,1 ], "counterpart: Rhea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ops",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of abundance and fertility, wife of Saturn| Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oradea",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 153,437 (1974 est|)| German name: Grosswardein|Hungarian name: Nagyvarad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oradea",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW Rumania, in Transylvania: ceded by Hungary (1919)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oran",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Algeria: the second largest city in the country; scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oran",1,1,1 ], "destruction by the British of most of the French fleet in the harbour in 1940 to prevent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oran",1,1,1 ], "its capture by the Germans| Pop|: 327,493 (1966)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orange Free State",1,1,1 ], "(esp| gold and uranium)| Capital: Bloemfontein| Pop|: 1,649,306 (1970)| Area: 29,152" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Orange Free State",1,1,1 ], "a province of central South Africa, between the Orange and Vaal rivers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orange Free State",1,1,1 ], "province of South Africa in 1910; economy based on agriculture and mineral resources" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orange Free State",1,1,1 ], "settled by Boers in 1836 after the Great Trek; annexed by Britain in 1848; became a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orange Free State",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (49,866 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",1,1,1 ], "Length: 2093 km (1300 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Africa, rising in NE Lesotho and flowing generally west across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",1,1,1 ], "the South African plateau to the Atlantic: the longest river in South Africa|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",1,1,2 ], "a town in SE France: a small principality in the Middle Ages, the descendants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",1,1,2 ], "of which formed the House of Orange| Pop|: 26,468 (1975)| Ancient name: Arausio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",2,1,1 ], "a princely family of Europe| Its possessions, originally centred in S France," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",2,1,1 ], "found the United Provinces of the Netherlands| Since 1815 it has been the name of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",2,1,1 ], "passed in 1544 to the count of Nassau, who became William I of Orange and helped to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",2,1,1 ], "reigning house of the Netherlands" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",2,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Orangemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orange",2,1,3 ], "of or relating to the royal dynasty of Orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeism",1,1,1 ], "Ireland, Northern Ireland, or Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeism",1,1,1 ], "the practices or principles of Orangemen, esp| Protestant supremacy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeman",1,1,1 ], "Irish nationalists and Roman Catholics| Orange Lodges have since spread to many parts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a society founded as a secret order in Ireland (1795) to uphold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeman",1,1,1 ], "of the former British Empire" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeman",1,1,1 ], "the Protestant religion, the Protestant dynasty, and Protestant supremacy against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeman's Day",1,1,1 ], "the 12th of July, celebrated by Protestants in Northern Ireland to commemorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orangeman's Day",1,1,1 ], "the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne (1690)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oratorian",1,1,1 ], "a member of the religious congregation of the Oratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oratory",1,1,1 ], "founded by St| Philip Neri" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oratory",1,1,1 ], "the religious society of secular priests (Oratorians) living in a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oratory",1,1,2 ], "any church belonging to this society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orcadian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Orkneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orcadian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Orkneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orcus",1,1,1 ], "another name for Dis ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orczy",1,1,1 ], "Baroness Emmuska | 1865-1947, British novelist, born in Hungary; author of The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orczy",1,1,1 ], "Scarlet Pimpernel (1905)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Order of Merit",1,1,1 ], "an order conferred on civilians and servicemen for eminence in any field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Order of the Garter",1,1,1 ], "knight companions, and extra members created by statute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Order of the Garter",1,1,1 ], "the highest order of British knighthood| It consists of the sovereign, 31" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ordnance Survey",1,1,1 ], "the official map-making body of the British or Irish government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ordovician" ,1, 1, 1],"marine invertebrates flourished",3). c_DEF([ "Ordovician" ,1, 1, 1],"of, denoting, or formed in the second period of the Palaeozoic era, between",1). c_DEF([ "Ordovician" ,1, 1, 1],"the Cambrian and Silurian periods, which lasted for 60,000,000 years during which",2). c_DEF([ "Ordovician" ,1, 2, 1],"the| the Ordovician period or rock system",1). c_DEF([ "Ordzhonikidze",1,1,1 ], "Vladikavkaz" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ordzhonikidze",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, capital of the North Ossetian ASSR on the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ordzhonikidze",1,1,1 ], "slopes of the Caucasus| Pop|: 270,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1944):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orebro",1,1,1 ], "Jean Bernadotte as heir to the throne in 1810| Pop|: 117,560 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orebro",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Sweden: one of Sweden's oldest towns; scene of the election of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon fir",1,1,1 ], "other names for Douglas fir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon grape",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen berberidaceous shrub, Mahonia aquifolium, of NW North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon grape",1,1,1 ], "having yellow fragrant flowers and small blue edible berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon grape",1,1,2 ], "the berry of this shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon trail",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 3220 km (2000 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon trail",1,1,1 ], "Missouri, to the Columbia River country of N Oregon: used chiefly between 1804 and 1860|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon trail",1,1,1 ], "an early pioneering route across the central U|S|, from Independence, W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Salem| Pop|: 2,143,010 (1970)| Area: 251,180 sq| km (96,981 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon",1,1,1 ], "Cascade Ranges in the west and a plateau in the east; important timber production|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oregon",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northwestern U|S|, on the Pacific: consists of the Coast and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oreg|",1,1,1 ], "Oregon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orel",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union| Pop|: 273,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orenburg",1,1,1 ], "Former name (1938-57): Chkalov" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orenburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in the E Soviet Union, on the Ural River| Pop|: 419,000 (1975 est|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orense",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orense",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Spain, in Galicia on the Mino River: warm springs| Pop|: 73,379" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orestes",1,1,1 ], "Aegisthus in revenge for their murder of his father" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orestes",1,1,1 ], "the son of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, who killed his mother and her lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oresund",1,1,1 ], "the Swedish and Danish name for The Sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orff" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1895, German composer| His works include the secular oratorio",1). c_DEF([ "Orff" ,1, 1, 2],"and the opera Antigone (1949)",1). c_DEF([ "Organization of American States",1,1,1 ], "an association consisting of the U|S| and other republics in the W hemisphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Organization of American States",1,1,1 ], "cooperation among the member states" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Organization of American States",1,1,1 ], "founded at Bogota in 1948 to promote military, economic, social, and cultural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orient",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the countries east of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orient",1,1,2 ], "the eastern hemisphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oriental",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Orient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oriental",1,1,2 ], "India to Borneo, Java, and the Philippines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oriental",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting a zoogeographical region consisting of southeastern Asia from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oriental",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant, esp| a native, of the Orient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orientalism",1,1,1 ], "knowledge of or devotion to the Orient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orientalism",1,1,2 ], "an Oriental quality, style, or trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orientalize",1,1,1 ], "to make, become, or treat as Oriental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oriente",1,1,1 ], "Santiago de Cuba| Pop|: 2,998,972 (1970)| Area: 36,591 sq| km (14,128 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oriente",1,1,1 ], "a province of E Cuba: the largest province in the country; scene of many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oriente",1,1,1 ], "revolts, notably of Fidel Castro's overthrow of the Batista regime in 1959| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Origen",1,1,1 ], "185-254 a|d|, Christian theologian, born in Alexandria| His writings include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Origen",1,1,1 ], "De principiis, a statement of Christian theology" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Origen",1,1,1 ], "Hexapla, a synopsis of the Old Testament, Contra Celsum, a defence of Christianity, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orinoco",1,1,1 ], "a great delta: the third largest river system in South America, draining an area" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orinoco",1,1,1 ], "a river in N South America, rising in S Venezuela and flowing west, then north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orinoco",1,1,1 ], "as part of the border between Colombia and Venezuela, then east to the Atlantic by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orinoco",1,1,1 ], "of 945,000 sq| km (365,000 sq| miles); reaches a width of 22 km (14 miles) during" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Orinoco",1,1,1 ], "the rainy season| Length: about 2575 km (1600 miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Orion",1,1,1 ], "a Boeotian giant famed as a great hunter, who figures in several tales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orissa",1,1,1 ], "Bhubaneswar| Pop|: 21,944,615 (1971)| Area: 155,825 sq| km (60,164 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orissa",1,1,1 ], "Orissa (1912-36); enlarged by the addition of 25 native states in 1949| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orissa",1,1,1 ], "a state of E India, on the Bay of Bengal: part of the province of Bihar and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oriya",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of India living chiefly in Orissa and neighbouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oriya",1,1,1 ], "states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oriya",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oriya",1,1,2 ], "the state language of Orissa, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orizaba",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in SE Mexico, in Veracruz state| Pop|: 108,283 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orizaba",1,1,2 ], "Pico de| the Spanish name for Citlaltepetl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orjonikidze",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ordzhonikidze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orkneys",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)| Area: 974 sq| km (376 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Orkneys",1,1,1 ], "a group of over 70 islands off the NE coast of Scotland, separated from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orkneys",1,1,1 ], "and treeless; prehistoric remains| Administrative centre: Kirkwall| Pop|: 17,748" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orkneys",1,1,1 ], "mainland by the Pentland Firth: constitutes an island authority of Scotland; low-lying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orlanais",1,1,1 ], "a former province of N central France, centred on Orleans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orlans",1,1,1 ], "Joan of Arc from the long English siege in 1429; university (1305); an important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orlans",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central France, on the River Loire: famous for its deliverance by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orlans",1,1,1 ], "rail and road junction| Pop|: 105,956 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orlans",2,1,1 ], "Duc d'Orleans, known as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orlans",2,1,2 ], "Philippe Egalite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orlans",2,1,3 ], "1747-93, French nobleman, who supported the French Revolution and voted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orlans",2,1,3 ], "the death of the king, his cousin, but was executed after his son fled to Austria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orleanist",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of the Orleans branch of the French Bourbons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orlon",1,1,1 ], "a crease-resistant acrylic fibre or fabric used for clothing, furnishings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orlon",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orly",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orly",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of SE Paris, France, with an international airport| Pop|: 26,244" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ormandy",1,1,1 ], "born 1899, U|S| conductor born in Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ormazd",1,1,1 ], "the creative deity, embodiment of good and opponent of Ahriman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ormuz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Hormuz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orne",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 6144 sq| km (2396 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orne",1,1,1 ], "a department of NW France, in Basse-Normandy| Capital: Alencon| Pop|: 300,375" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orontes",1,1,1 ], "Turkey, where it turns west to the Mediterranean| Length: 571 km (355 miles)| Arabic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orontes",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Asia, rising in Lebanon and flowing north through Syria into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orontes",1,1,1 ], "name: Asi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orozco",1,1,1 ], "1883-1949, Mexican painter, noted for his monumental humanistic murals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orphean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Orpheus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orphean",1,1,2 ], "melodious or enchanting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orpheus",1,1,1 ], "a poet and lyre-player credited with the authorship of the poems forming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orpheus",1,1,1 ], "basis of Orphism| He married Eurydice and sought her in Hades after her death| He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orpheus",1,1,1 ], "failed to win her back and was killed by a band of Bacchantes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orphic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Orpheus or Orphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orphic",1,1,2 ], "mystical or occult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orphism",1,1,1 ], "a mystery religion of ancient Greece, widespread from the 6th century onwards," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orphism",1,1,1 ], "combining pre-Hellenic beliefs, the Thracian cult of (Dionysius) Zagreus, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orpington",1,1,1 ], "a heavy breed of domestic fowl of various single colours, laying brown eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orpington",1,1,2 ], "a breed of brown duck with an orange bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orpington",2,1,1 ], "1965" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orpington",2,1,1 ], "a district of SE London, part of the Greater London borough of Bromley since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orsini",1,1,1 ], "18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orsini",1,1,1 ], "an Italian aristocratic family that was prominent in Rome from the 12th to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orsk",1,1,1 ], "Caspian)| Pop|: 240,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S central Soviet Union, on the Ural River: a major railway and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orsk",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre, with an oil refinery linked by pipeline with the Emba field (on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ortega y Gasset" ,1, 1, 1],"1883-1955, Spanish essayist and philosopher|His best-known work is",1). c_DEF([ "Ortega y Gasset" ,1, 1, 2],"The Revolt of the Masses",1). c_DEF([ "Ortegal",1,1,1 ], "a cape in NW Spain, projecting into the Bay of Biscay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "Constantinople" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "the collective body of those Eastern Churches that were separated from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "western Church in the 9th century and are in communion with the Greek patriarch of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox Church",1,1,2 ], "any of these Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox Judaism",1,1,1 ], "interpreted in the Talmud and the unfailing practice of personal devotions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox Judaism",1,1,1 ], "the form of Judaism characterized by strict observance of the Mosaic Law as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Orthodox Church of the East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orthodox",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Orthodox Judaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orth|",1,1,1 ], "Orthodox (religion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ortles",1,1,1 ], "a range of the Alps in N Italy| Highest peak: 3899 m (12,792 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oruro",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Bolivia: a former silver-mining centre; university (1892); tin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oruro",1,1,1 ], "copper, and tungsten| Pop|: 119,700 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orvieto",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Latin name: Urbs Vetus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orvieto",1,1,1 ], "a market town in central Italy, in Umbria: Etruscan remains| Pop|: 23,220" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orvieto",1,1,2 ], "a light white wine from this region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Orwell",1,1,1 ], "India| He is notable for his social criticism, as in The Road to Wigan Pier (1932);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Orwell",1,1,1 ], "and 1984 (1949), in which he depicts an authoritarian state of the future" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Orwell",1,1,1 ], "and his satirical novels Animal Farm (1945), an allegory on the Russian Revolution," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Orwell",1,1,1 ], "his account of his experiences of the Spanish Civil War Homage to Catalonia (1938);" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Orwell",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Eric Arthur Blair| 1903-50, English novelist and essayist, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oryol",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Orel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Os",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for osmium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osage orange",1,1,1 ], "a North American moraceous tree, Maclura pomifera, grown for hedges and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osage orange",1,1,1 ], "ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osage orange",1,1,2 ], "the warty orange-like fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osage",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living in an area between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osage",1,1,1 ], "the Missouri and Arkansas Rivers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osage",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Siouan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osaka",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Japan, on S Honshu on Osaka Bay (an inlet of the Pacific): the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osaka",1,1,1 ], "second largest city in Japan (the chief commercial city during feudal times);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osaka",1,1,1 ], "university (1931); an industrial and commercial centre| Pop|: 2,780,000 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Osborne",1,1,1 ], "Inadmissible Evidence (1965)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Osborne",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, English dramatist| His plays include Look Back in Anger (1956)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osborne",1,1,1 ], "containing the prototype of the angry young man, Jimmy Porter, The Entertainer (1957), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oscan",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oscan",1,1,1 ], "an extinct language of ancient S Italy belonging to the Italic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oscan",1,1,2 ], "a speaker of this language; a Samnite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oscan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oscar II",1,1,1 ], "1829-1907, king of Sweden (1872-1907) and of Norway (1872-1905)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oscar",1,1,1 ], "any of several small gold statuettes awarded annually in the United States by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oscar",1,1,1 ], "films" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oscar",1,1,1 ], "the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for outstanding achievements in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osco-Umbrian",1,1,1 ], "Sabellian, which were displaced by Latin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osco-Umbrian",1,1,1 ], "a group of extinct languages of ancient Italy, including Oscan, Umbrian, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osco-Umbrian",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oshawa",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Canada, in SE Ontario on Lake Ontario: motor-vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oshawa",1,1,1 ], "industry| Pop|: 91,587 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oshogbo",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Nigeria: trade centre| Pop|: 282,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osijek",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Yugoslavia, in E Croatia on the Drava River: under Turkish rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osijek",1,1,1 ], "from 1526 to 1687| Pop|: 93,912 (1971)| Ancient name: Mursa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osiris",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Egyptian god, ruler of the underworld and judge of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oslo",1,1,1 ], "(1877-1924)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Oslo",1,1,1 ], "Fjord (an inlet of the Skagerrak): founded in about 1050; university (1811);a major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oslo",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 465,337 (1974 est|)| Former names: Christiania (1624-1877), Kristiania" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Oslo",1,1,1 ], "commercial and industrial centre, producing about a quarter of Norway's total output|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oslo",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Norway, in the southeast at the head of Oslo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osman I",1,1,1 ], "1259-1326, Turkish sultan; founder of the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osmanli",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osmanli",1,2,1 ], "(formerly) a subject of the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osmanli",1,2,2 ], "Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osmanli",1,2,2 ], "the Turkish language, esp| as written in Arabic letters under the Ottoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osnabr",1,1,1 ], "Hanseatic League in the Middle Ages| Pop|: 164,060 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osnabr",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N West Germany, in Lower Saxony: a member of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossa",1,1,1 ], "Pelion on Ossa| Height: 1978 m (6489 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ossa",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NE Greece, in E Thessaly: famous in mythology for the attempt of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossa",1,1,1 ], "the twin giants, Otus and Ephialtes, to reach heaven by piling Ossa on Olympus and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Osset",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Iranian people living in the Soviet Union, chiefly in Ossetia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osset",1,1,1 ], "in the Caucasus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ossetia",1,1,1 ], "a region of the SW Soviet Union, in the Caucasus: consists administratively of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossetia",1,1,1 ], "the North Ossetian ASSR of the RSFSR and the South Ossetian AR of the Georgian SSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ossetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Ossetia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossetic",1,2,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ossetic",1,2,1 ], "the language of the Ossets, belonging to the East Iranian branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossian",1,1,1 ], "a legendary Irish hero and bard of the 3rd century a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossie",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Aussie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossietzky",1,1,1 ], "1889-1938, German pacifist leader|He was imprisoned for revealing Germany's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ossietzky",1,1,1 ], "secret rearmament (1931-32) and again under Hitler (1933-36): Nobel peace prize 1935" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ostend",1,1,1 ], "71,227 (1970)| French name: Ostende | Flemish name: Oostende" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ostend",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in NW Belgium, in West Flanders on the North Sea| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Osterreich",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ostia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in W central Italy, originally at the mouth of the Tiber but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ostia",1,1,1 ], "by Claudius and Trajan; ruins excavated since 1854" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ostia",1,1,1 ], "now about 6 km (4 miles) inland: served as the port of ancient Rome; harbours built" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ostrava",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N Czechoslovakia, on the River Oder: the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ostrava",1,1,1 ], "coal-mining area in Czechoslovakia, in Upper Silesia| Pop|: 292,404 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ostrogoth",1,1,1 ], "493 to 552" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ostrogoth",1,1,1 ], "a member of the eastern group of the Goths, who formed a kingdom in Italy from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ostwald",1,1,1 ], "1853-1932, German chemist, noted for his pioneering work in catalysis|He also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ostwald",1,1,1 ], "colour: Nobel prize for chemistry 1909" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ostwald",1,1,1 ], "invented a process for making nitric acid from ammonia and developed a new theory of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ostyak",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Ugrian people living in NW Siberia E of the Urals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ostyak",1,1,2 ], "Hungarian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ostyak",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Finno-Ugric family: related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Othin",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Odin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Othman I",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Osman I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Othman",1,2,1 ], "a variant of Ottoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Otho I",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Otto I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Otranto",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Otranto",1,1,1 ], "a small port in SE Italy, in Apulia on the Strait of Otranto: the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Otranto",1,1,1 ], "easterly town in Italy; dates back to Greek times and was an important Roman port; its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Otranto",1,1,1 ], "ruined castle was the setting of Horace Walpole's Castle of Otranto|Pop|: 4151" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ottawa",1,1,1 ], "Bytown to Ottawa in 1854| Pop|: 302,341 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ottawa",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Canada, in E Ontario on the Ottawa River: name changed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ottawa",1,1,2 ], "a river in central Canada, rising in W Quebec and flowing west, then southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ottawa",1,1,2 ], "border between Quebec and Ontario for most of its length| Length: 1120 km (696 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ottawa",1,1,2 ], "to join the St| Lawrence River as its chief tributary at Montreal; forms the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Otterburn",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE England, in central Northumberland: scene of a battle (1388)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Otterburn",1,1,1 ], "in which the English, led by Hotspur, were defeated by the Scots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Otto I",1,1,1 ], "(962-73)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Otto I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 912-73 a|d|, king of Germany (936-73); Holy Roman Emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Otto cycle",1,1,1 ], "an engine cycle used on four-stroke petrol engines (Otto engines) in which," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Otto cycle",1,1,1 ], "ideally, combustion and rejection of heat both take place at constant volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Otto" ,1, 1, 1],"1869-1937, German theologian: his best-known work is",1). c_DEF([ "Otto" ,1, 1, 2],"The Idea of the Holy",1). c_DEF([ "Ottoman Empire",1,1,1 ], "late 13th century until the end of World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ottoman Empire",1,1,1 ], "the former Turkish empire in Europe, Asia, and Africa, which lasted from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ottoman" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to the Ottomans or the Ottoman Empire",1). c_DEF([ "Ottoman" ,1, 1, 2],"denoting or relating to the Turkish language",1). c_DEF([ "Ottoman" ,1, 2, 1],"mans",1). c_DEF([ "Ottoman" ,1, 2, 2],"a member of a Turkish people who invaded the Near East in the late 13th",1). c_DEF([ "Ottoman" ,1, 2, 2],"century",2). c_DEF([ "Otway",1,1,1 ], "(1682)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Otway",1,1,1 ], "1652-85, English dramatist, noted for The Orphan (1680) and Venice Preserv'd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouachita",1,1,1 ], "a river in the S central U|S|, rising in the Ouachita Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouachita",1,1,1 ], "east, south, and southeast into the Red River in E Louisiana| Length: 974 km (605" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ouachita",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ouagadougou",1,1,1 ], "from Abidjan (Ivory Coast)| Pop|: 110,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ouagadougou",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Upper Volta, on the central plateau: terminus of the railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oubangui",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ubangi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oudh",1,1,1 ], "United Provinces of Agra and Oudh in 1902, which were renamed Uttar Pradesh in 1950" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oudh",1,1,1 ], "a centre of the Indian Mutiny (1857-58); joined with Agra in 1877, becoming the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oudh",1,1,1 ], "a region of N India, in central Uttar Pradesh: annexed by Britain in 1856 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouessant",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Ushant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouija",1,1,1 ], "a board on which are marked the letters of the alphabet| Answers to questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouija",1,1,1 ], "are spelt out by a pointer or glass held by the fingertips of the participants, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ouija",1,1,1 ], "are supposedly formed by spiritual forces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oujda",1,1,1 ], "175,532 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oujda",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Morocco, near the border with Algeria: frontier post| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oulu",1,1,1 ], "(1959)| Pop|: 85,500 (1970)| Swedish name: Ule'aborg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oulu",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city and port in W Finland, on the Gulf of Bothnia: university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Our Father",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Lord's Prayer, taken from its opening words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Our Lady",1,1,1 ], "a title given to the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouse",1,1,1 ], "Wash near King's Lynn; for the last 56 km (35 miles) follows mainly artificial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ouse",1,1,1 ], "a river in E England, rising in Northamptonshire and flowing northeast to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouse",1,1,1 ], "channels| Length: 257 km (160 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ouse",1,1,2 ], "Ure Rivers: flows southeast to the Humber| Length: 92 km (57 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ouse",1,1,2 ], "a river in NE England, in Yorkshire, formed by the confluence of the Swale and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ouse",1,1,3 ], "Channel| Length: 48 km (30 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ouse",1,1,3 ], "a river in S England, rising in Sussex and flowing south to the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Outer Mongolia",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1924) of the Mongolian People's Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Outward Bound movement",1,1,1 ], "a scheme to provide adventure training for young people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oval",1,1,1 ], "a cricket ground in central London, in the borough of Lambeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ovambo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a mixed Hottentot and Negroid people of southern Africa, living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ovambo",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in N South West Africa: noted for their skill in metal work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ovambo",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ovambo",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Overijssel",1,1,1 ], "956,300 (1973 est|)| Area: 3929 sq| km (1517 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Overijssel",1,1,1 ], "a province of the E Netherlands: generally low-lying| Capital: Zwolle| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ovid",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Publius Ovidius Naso| 43 b|c|-17 a|d|, Roman poet| His verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ovid",1,1,1 ], "exile, Tristia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ovid",1,1,1 ], "includes poems on love, Ars Amatoria, on myths, Metamorphoses, and on his sufferings in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oviedo",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Spain: capital of Asturias from 810 until 1002; centre of a coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oviedo",1,1,1 ], "and iron mining area| Pop|: 154,177 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Owen Stanley Range",1,1,1 ], "(13,363 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Owen Stanley Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE New Guinea| Highest peak: Mount Victoria, 4073 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Owen",1,1,1 ], "David born 1938, English Labour politician; foreign secretary since 1977" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Owen",1,1,2 ], "Sir Richard| 1804-1892, English comparative anatomist and palaeontologist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Owen",1,1,3 ], "Robert| 1771-1858, Welsh industrialist and social reformer| He formed a model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Owen",1,1,3 ], "books include New View of Society (1813)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Owen",1,1,3 ], "industrial community at New Lanark, Scotland, and pioneered co-operative societies| His" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Owen",1,1,4 ], "Wilfred| 1893-1918, English poet of World War I, who was killed in action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Owens",1,1,1 ], "original name John Cleveland| born 1913, U|S| athlete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Owerri",1,1,1 ], "a market town in S Nigeria, capital of Imo state| Pop|: 26,000 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Owicim",1,1,1 ], "War II| Pop|: 41,000 (1972 est|)| German name: Auschwitz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Owicim",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in S Poland: site of Nazi concentration camp during World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxbridge",1,1,1,1 ], "and prestigious academic institutions, bastions of privilege and superiority, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxbridge",1,1,1,1 ], "the British universities of Oxford and Cambridge, esp| considered as ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxbridge",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxenstierna",1,1,1 ], "1583-1654, Swedish statesman|He was chancellor (1612-54) and successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxenstierna",1,1,1 ], "directed Swedish foreign policy for most of the Thirty Years' War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford English",1,1,1 ], "Oxford University and regarded by many as affected or pretentious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford English",1,1,1 ], "that form of the received pronunciation of English supposed to be typical of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford Group",1,1,1 ], "an early name for Moral Rearmament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford Movement",1,1,1 ], "Christianity and opposing liberalizing and rationalizing tendencies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford Movement",1,1,1 ], "Oxford in 1833, insisting upon the continuity of the Church with patristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford Movement",1,1,1 ], "the movement within the Church of England initiated by the Tractarians at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford accent",1,1,1 ], "the accent associated with Oxford English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford bags",1,1,1 ], "shortened to bags" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford bags",1,1,1 ], "trousers with very wide baggy legs, originally popular in the 1920s| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford blue",1,1,2 ], "a person who has been awarded a blue from Oxford University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford frame",1,1,1 ], "a type of picture frame in which the sides of the frame cross each other and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford frame",1,1,1 ], "project outwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford grey",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford grey",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",1,1,1 ], "a city in S England, administrative centre of Oxfordshire, at the confluence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",1,1,1 ], "motor-vehicle industry| Pop|: 108,564 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",1,1,1 ], "of the Rivers Thames and Cherwell: Royalist headquarters during the Civil War;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",1,1,1 ], "university, consisting of 30 separate colleges, the oldest being University College (1249);" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",1,1,2 ], "a breed of sheep with short wool and a dark brown face and legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",1,1,3 ], "a type of stout laced shoe with a low heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",1,1,4 ], "a lightweight fabric of plain or twill weave used for men's shirts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxford",2,1,1 ], "title of (Robert)Harley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxfordshire",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Oxford| Pop|: 541,800 (1976 est|)| Area: 2680 sq| km (1035 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Oxfordshire",1,1,1 ], "Upper Thames, with the Cotswolds in the west and the Chilterns in the southeast|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oxfordshire",1,1,1 ], "an inland county of S central England: situated mostly in the basin of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Oxford or Oxford University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxonian",1,2,1 ], "a member of Oxford University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxonian",1,2,2 ], "an inhabitant or native of Oxford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxon| ",1,1,1 ], "(in degree titles, etc|) of Oxford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxon| ",1,1,2 ], "Oxfordshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oxus",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for the Amu Darya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oyo",1,1,1 ], "Ibadan| Pop|: 5,208,944 (1976 est|)| Area: 17,600 sq| km (6794 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Oyo",1,1,1 ], "a state of SW Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of Western State| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Oz",1,1,1 ], "Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ozalid",1,1,1 ], "a method of duplicating type matter, illustrations, etc|, when printed on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ozalid",1,1,1 ], "translucent paper| It is used for proofing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ozalid",1,1,2 ], "a reproduction produced by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ozark Mountains",1,1,1 ], "130,000 sq| km (50,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ozark Mountains",1,1,1 ], "an eroded plateau in S Missouri, N Arkansas, and NE Oklahoma| Area: about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O| & M|",1,3,1 ], "organization and method (in studies of working methods)| r" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O| Henry",1,1,1 ], "collections of stories, characterized by his use of caricature and surprising endings," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O| Henry",1,1,1 ], "include Cabbages and Kings (1904) and The Four Million (1906)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "O| Henry",1,1,1 ], "pen name of William Sidney Porter| 1862-1910, U|S| short-story writer| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|",1,1,1 ], "Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|",1,1,2 ], "octavo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|",1,1,3 ], "old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|A|P|" ,1, 1, 1],"old age pension or",1). c_DEF([ "O|A|P|" ,1, 1, 2],"ension",1). c_DEF([ "O|A|U|",1,1,1 ], "Organization of African Unity; an association of African states, established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|A|U|",1,1,1 ], "in 1963 to fight colonialism and promote unity among African nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "O|B|",1,1,1 ], "Old Boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|B|",1,1,2 ], "outside broadcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|B|E|",1,1,1 ], "Officer of the Order of the British Empire (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|C|",1,1,1 ], "Officer Commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|D|",1,1,1 ], "olive drab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|D|",1,1,2 ], "Officer of the Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|D|",1,1,2,1 ], "on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|D|",1,1,2,2 ], "overdraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ 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], "original gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|H|M|S|" ,1, 1],"On Her (or His) Majesty's Service",1). c_DEF([ "O|K| " ,1, 1, 1],"an expression of approvement, agreement, etc",1). c_DEF([ "O|K| " ,1, 3, 1],"in good or satisfactory condition",1). c_DEF([ "O|K| " ,1, 5, 2],"(tr|) to approve or endorse",1). c_DEF([ "O|K| " ,1, 5, 3],"approval or agreement",1). c_DEF([ "O|K| ",1,1,1 ], "an expression of approvement, agreement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|K| ",1,3,1 ], "in good or satisfactory condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|K| ",1,4,1 ], "(tr|) to approve or endorse| ~n|, pl| O|K|s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|K| ",1,4,2 ], "approval or agreement| ?-Also: okay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|M|",1,1,1 ], "Order of Merit (a Brit| title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|M|S|",1,1,1 ], "Organisation Mondiale de la Sante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|N|C|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Ordinary National Certificate; a qualification recognized by many national",1). c_DEF([ "O|N|C|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"technical and professional institutions, roughly equivalent to GCE O Level",2). c_DEF([ "O|N|D|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Ordinary National Diploma; a nationally recognized qualification in technical",1). c_DEF([ "O|N|D|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"subjects, reached after a two-year full-time or sandwich course",2). c_DEF([ "O|P|",1,1,1 ], "Ordo Praedictatorum (the Dominicans)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|R|",1,1,1 ], "operational research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|R|",1,1,2 ], "other ranks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|",1,1,1 ], "Old School" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|",1,1,2 ], "Old Style (method of reckoning dates)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|",1,1,3 ], "Ordinary Seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|",1,1,4 ], "(in Britain) Ordnance Survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|",1,1,5 ], "outsize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|",1,1,6 ], "Also OS|Old Saxon (language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|A|",1,1,1 ], "Order of Saint Augustine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|B|",1,1,1 ], "Order of Saint Benedict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|D|",1,1,1 ], "Order of Saint Dominic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|F|",1,1,1 ], "Order of Saint Francis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "Office of Science and Technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|T|",1,1,1 ], "occupational therapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|T|",1,1,2 ], "Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|T|",1,1,3 ], "overtime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|T|",1,1,4 ], "Overland Telegraph (the line from Adelaide to Darwin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|T|C|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Officers' Training Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|T|C|",1,1,2 ], "over the counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|U|",1,1,1 ], "the Open University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "O|U|",1,1,2 ], "Oxford University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW Hungary: university (1367)| Pop|: 160,488 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1 ], "phosphorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1 ], "the Brazilian name for the Sugar Loaf Mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1,2 ], "power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1,3 ], "parity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,1,4 ], "poise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,2 ], "(on road signs) parking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,3 ], "pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,4 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P",1,1,5 ], "Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P'eng-hu",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Chinese name for the Pescadores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P/C",1,1,1 ], "petty cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P/C",1,1,2 ], "price current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Panama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PABA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for para-aminobenzoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PABX",1,1,1 ], "private automatic branch exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PAK",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Pakistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PAL",1,1,1 ], "acronym for phase alternation line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PAU",1,1,1 ], "Pan American Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PE",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Peru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PGA",1,1,1 ], "Professional Golfers' Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PH|C|",1,1,1 ], "Pharmaceutical Chemist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PI",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Philippine Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PK",1,1,1 ], "psychokinesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PL",1,1,2 ], "Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PL",1,1,3 ], "(in transformational grammar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PL",1,2,1 ], "plural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PL/1",1,1,1 ], "for mathematical and scientific purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "PL/1",1,1,1 ], "programming language 1: a high-level computer programming language designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PNdB",1,1,1 ], "perceived noise decibel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "POL",1,1,1 ], "petroleum, oil, and lubricants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PROM",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Programmable Read Only Memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PSS",1,1,1 ], "postscripts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PT boat",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for an MTB" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PTFE",1,1,1 ], "polytetrafluoroethylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PVA",1,1,1 ], "polyvinyl acetate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PVC",1,1,1 ], "are used in hosepipes, insulation, shoes, garments, etc| Rigid PVC is used for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "PVC",1,1,1 ], "moulded articles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "PVC",1,1,1 ], "polyvinyl chloride; a synthetic thermoplastic material made by polymerizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PVC",1,1,1 ], "vinyl chloride| The properties depend on the added plasticizer| The flexible forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "PX",1,1,1 ], "Post Exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "PY",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Paraguay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pa",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for protactinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pachuca",1,1,1 ], "Oriental: silver mines; university (1961)| Pop|: 84,543 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pachuca",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Mexico, capital of Hidalgo state, in the Sierra Madre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pachuco",1,1,1 ], "a young Mexican living in the U|S|, esp| one of low social status who belongs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pachuco",1,1,1 ], "to a street gang" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Islands",1,1,1 ], "(700 sq| miles), scattered over about 7,500,000 sq| km (3,000,000 sq| miles) of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Islands",1,1,1 ], "(96 inhabited) of the Caroline, Marshall, and Mariana groups| Administrative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Islands",1,1,1 ], "an island group in the W Pacific Ocean, mandated to Japan after World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Islands",1,1,1 ], "and assigned to the U|S| by the United Nations in 1947: consists of 2141 islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Islands",1,1,1 ], "centre: Saipan (Mariana Islands)| Pop|: 107,054 (1971)| Land area: about 1800 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Islands",1,1,1 ], "ocean" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Northwest",1,1,1 ], "Rockies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Northwest",1,1,1 ], "the region of North America lying north of the Columbia River and west of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Ocean",1,1,1 ], "165,760,000 sq| km (64,000,000 sq| miles)| Average depth: 4215 m (14,050 ft|)| Greatest" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Ocean",1,1,1 ], "North and South America: almost landlocked in the north, linked with the Arctic Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Ocean",1,1,1 ], "depth: Challenger Deep (in the Marianas Trench), 11,033 m (37,073 ft|)| Greatest" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Ocean",1,1,1 ], "exceptionally deep trenches, and a large number of volcanic and coral islands| Area: about" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Ocean",1,1,1 ], "only by the Bering Strait, and extending to Antarctica in the south; has" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Ocean",1,1,1 ], "the world's largest and deepest ocean, lying between Asia and Australia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Ocean",1,1,1 ], "width: (between Panama and Mindanao, Philippines) 17,066 km (10,600 miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "one of the standard times used in North America, based on the local time of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific Standard Time",1,1,1 ], "the 120 degrees meridian, eight hours behind Greenwich Mean Time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific",1,1,1 ], "the| short for Pacific Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pacific",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Pacific Ocean or its islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pac|",1,1,1 ], "Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Padang",1,1,1 ], "Indian Ocean| Pop|: 196,339 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Padang",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Indonesia, in W Sumatra at the foot of the Padang Highlands on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paddy",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) an informal name for an Irishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paderborn",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia: scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paderborn",1,1,1 ], "meeting between Charlemagne and Pope Leo III (799 a|d|) that led to the foundation of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paderborn",1,1,1 ], "the Holy Roman Empire| Pop|: 68,200 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paderewski",1,1,1 ], "1860-1941, Polish pianist, composer, and statesman prime minister (1919)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Padishah",1,1,1 ], "a title of the Shah of Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Padma Shri",1,1,1 ], "(in India) an award for distinguished service in any field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Padova",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Padua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Padua",1,1,1 ], "Patavium|Italian name: Padova" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Padua",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Italy, in Veneto: important in Roman and Renaissance times;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Padua",1,1,1 ], "university (1222); botanical garden (1545)| Pop|: 240,013 (1975 est|)| Latin name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Padus",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for the Po" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paestum",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek colony on the coast of Lucania in S Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paganini",1,1,1 ], "1782-1840, Italian violinist and composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Page",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frederick Handley| 1885-1962, English pioneer in the design and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Page",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Page",1,1,2 ], "Sir Earle 1880-1961, Australian statesman; co-leader, with S| M| Bruce, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Page",1,1,2 ], "federal government of Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Page",1,1,3 ], "(1923-29)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paget's disease",1,1,1 ], "a chronic disease of the bones characterized by inflammation and deformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paget's disease",1,1,2 ], "cancer of the nipple and surrounding tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pago Pago",1,1,1 ], "a port in American Samoa, on SE Tutuila Island| Pop|: 2451 (1970)| Former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pago Pago",1,1,1 ], "name: Pango Pango" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pahang",1,1,1 ], "a state of West Malaysia, on the South China Sea: the largest Malayan state;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pahang",1,1,1 ], "mountainous and heavily forested| Capital: Kuala Lipis| Pop|: 503,131 (1970)| Area: 35,964" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pahang",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (13,886 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pahari",1,1,1 ], "Eastern Pahari (Nepali) and Western Pahari (consisting of many dialects)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pahari",1,1,1 ], "a group of Indo-European languages spoken in the Himalayas, divided into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pahlavi",1,1,1 ], "Mohammed Reza | born 1919, shah of Iran since 1941" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pahlavi",1,1,2 ], "Assembly| He reorganized the army and did much to modernize Iran" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pahlavi",1,1,2 ], "his father, Reza| 1877-1944, shah of Iran (1925-41)| Originally an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pahlavi",1,1,2 ], "officer, he gained power by a coup d'etat (1921) and was chosen shah by the National" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pahlavi",2,1,1 ], "Manichean literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pahlavi",2,1,1 ], "the Middle Persian language, esp| as used in classical Zoroastrian and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pahsien",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chungking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paignton",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in SW England, in Devon: administratively part of Torbay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paignton",1,1,1 ], "since 1968" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paine",1,1,1 ], "1737-1809, American political pamphleteer, born in England| His works include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paine",1,1,1 ], "French Revolution; and The Age of Reason (1794-96), a defence of deism" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Paine",1,1,1 ], "colonists' fight for independence;The Rights of Man (1791-92), a justification of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paine",1,1,1 ], "the pamphlets Common Sense (1776) and Crisis (1776-83), supporting the American" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Painted Desert",1,1,1 ], "Navaho and Hopi Indians| Area: about 20,000 sq| km (7500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Painted Desert",1,1,1 ], "a section of the high plateau country of N central Arizona, along the N side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Painted Desert",1,1,1 ], "of the Little Colorado River Valley: brilliant coloured rocks; occupied largely by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paisley",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in SW Scotland, in central Strathclyde region: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paisley",1,1,1 ], "century| Pop|: 96,134 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paisley",1,1,1 ], "world's chief centres for the manufacture of thread, linen, and gauze in the 19th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paisley",2,1,1 ], "Rev| Ian born 1926, Northern Ireland politician; Protestant and Loyalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paiute",1,1,1 ], "Southern Paiute) of the Southwestern U|S|, related to the Aztecs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paiute",1,1,1 ], "a member of either of two North American Indian peoples (Northern Paiute and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paiute",1,1,2 ], "of the Uto-Aztecan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paiute",1,1,2 ], "the language of either of these peoples, belonging to the Shoshonean subfamily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paki",1,1,1 ], "slang, derogatory| a Pakistani immigrant residing in Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paki-bashing",1,1,1 ], "immigrants residing in Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paki-bashing",1,1,1 ], "the activity of making vicious and unprovoked physical assaults upon Pakistani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,1 ], "Area: 801,508 sq| km (309,463 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,1 ], "Indus valley rising to mountains in the north and west| Official language: Urdu|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,1 ], "Pakistan gained independence as Bangladesh in 1971; contains the fertile plains of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,1 ], "Religion: mostly Muslim| Currency: rupee| Capital: Islambad| Pop|: 64,892,000 (1972)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,1 ], "a republic in S Asia, on the Arabian Sea: formerly West Pakistan until East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,2 ], "East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), 1500 km (900 miles) apart: formed in 1947 from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,2 ], "a former republic in S Asia consisting of the provinces of West Pakistan and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pakistan",1,1,2 ], "predominantly Muslim parts of India" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Palacio Vald",1,1,1 ], "1853-1938, Spanish novelist and critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaearctic",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting a zoogeographical region consisting of Europe, Africa north of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaearctic",1,1,1 ], "the Sahara, and most of Asia north of the Himalayas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeocene",1,1,1 ], "lasted for 10 million years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeocene",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the first epoch of the Tertiary period, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeocene",1,2,1 ], "the| the Palaeocene epoch or rock series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeogene",1,1,1 ], "of or formed in the Palaeocene, Eocene, and Oligocene epochs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeogene",1,2,1 ], "the| the Palaeogene period or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeolithic man",1,1,1 ], "any of various primitive types of man, such as Neanderthal man and Java man," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeolithic man",1,1,1 ], "who lived in the Palaeolithic Age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "chipped stone tools, about 2|5 million to 3 million years ago until about 12,000 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "the period of the emergence of primitive man and the manufacture of unpolished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeolithic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeozoic",1,1,1 ], "of the Permian period" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeozoic",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to an era of geological time that began 600 million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeozoic",1,1,1 ], "years ago with the Cambrian period and lasted about 375 million years until the end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palaeozoic",1,2,1 ], "the| the Palaeozoic era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "centuries it has changed in size and location| German name: Pfalz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "the| a territory in SW Germany once ruled by the counts palatine| Through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palatinate",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Palatinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palatine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Palatinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palatine",1,2,1 ], "a Palatinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palatine",2,1,1 ], "of Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palatine",2,1,1 ], "one of the Seven Hills of Rome: traditionally the site of the first settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palatine",2,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating this hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palau Islands",1,1,1 ], "Babelthuap| Pop|: 13,025 (1972 est|)| Area: 476 sq| km (184 sq| miles)| Former name: Pelew" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Palau Islands",1,1,1 ], "Islands" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Palau Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the W Pacific, in the W Caroline Islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palau Islands",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of the U|S| Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands| Chief island:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palawan",1,1,1 ], "Princesa| Pop|: 236,635 (1970)| Area: 11,785 sq| km (4550 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Palawan",1,1,1 ], "an island of the SW Philippines between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palawan",1,1,1 ], "the westernmost island in the country; mountainous and forested| Capital: Puerto" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palembang",1,1,1 ], "582,961 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palembang",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Indonesia, in S Sumatra; oil refineries; university (1955)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palencia",1,1,1 ], "Castilian kings (12th-13th centuries); communications centre| Pop|: 58,370 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palencia",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Spain: earliest university in Spain (1208); seat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palenque",1,1,1 ], "ruins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palenque",1,1,1 ], "the site of an ancient Mayan city in S Mexico famous for its architectural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palermo",1,1,1 ], "century| Pop|: 662,567 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palermo",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Sicily, on the NW coast: founded by the Phoenicians in the 8th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palestine Liberation Organization",1,1,1 ], "Palestinian Arabs and removing the state of Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palestine Liberation Organization",1,1,1 ], "an organization founded in 1964 with the aim of creating a state for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palestine",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country in the Middle East, between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palestine",1,1,1 ], "the Jordan and the Mediterranean, and Lebanon and the Sinai peninsula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palestine",1,1,2 ], "Jordan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palestine",1,1,2 ], "a former British mandate in this region, divided in 1948 between Israel and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palestrina" ,1, 1, 1],"1525-94, Italian composer and master of counterpoint|His works, nearly all for",1). c_DEF([ "Palestrina" ,1, 1, 1],"unaccompanied choir and religious in nature, include the",2). c_DEF([ "Paley",1,1,1 ], "1743-1805, English theologian and utilitarian philosopher| His chief works are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paley",1,1,1 ], "The Principles of Moral and Political Philosophy (1785), Horae Paulinae (1790), A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paley",1,1,1 ], "View of the Evidences of Christianity (1794), and Natural Theology (1802)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pali",1,1,1 ], "Buddhist scriptures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pali",1,1,1 ], "an ancient language of India derived from Sanskrit; the language of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palk Strait",1,1,1 ], "a channel between SE India and N Ceylon| Width: about 64 km (40 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pall Mall",1,1,1 ], "a street in London, noted for its many clubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palladian",1,1,1 ], "Palladio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palladian",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of architecture created by Andrea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palladian",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the goddess Pallas Athena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palladian",2,1,2 ], "wise or learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palladio" ,1, 1, 1],"1508-80, Italian architect who revived and developed classical architecture,",1). c_DEF([ "Palladio" ,1, 1, 1],"esp| the ancient Roman ideals of symmetrical planning and harmonic proportions|His",2). c_DEF([ "Palladio" ,1, 1, 1],"treatise",3). c_DEF([ "Palladio" ,1, 1, 2],"and his designs for villas and palaces profoundly influenced 18th-century",1). c_DEF([ "Palladio" ,1, 1, 2],"domestic architecture in England and the U|S",2). c_DEF([ "Palladium",1,1,1 ], "a statue of Pallas Athena, esp| the one upon which the safety of Troy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palladium",1,1,1 ], "depended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pallas Athena",1,1,1 ], "another name for Athena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pallas",1,1,1 ], "around the sun in a period of 4|62 years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pallas",1,1,1 ], "the second largest asteroid (approximate diameter 450 kilometres), revolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palm Beach",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic: major resort and tourist centre| Pop|: 9086 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palm Beach",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Florida, on an island between Lake Worth (a lagoon) and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palm Sunday",1,1,1 ], "Jerusalem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palm Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the Sunday before Easter commemorating Christ's triumphal entry into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palma",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 234,098 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palma",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Balearic Islands, on the SW coast of Majorca: a tourist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands between South America and Antarctica: part of the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "colony of Falkland Islands and Dependencies| Former name: Antarctic Archipelago" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer Land",1,1,1 ], "the S part of the Antarctic Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1964) for the Antarctic Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer",1,1,1 ], "(1960) and the British Open Championship (1961; 1962)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer",1,1,1 ], "Arnold| born 1929, U|S| professional golfer: won the U|S| Open Championship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer",1,1,2 ], "Samuel| 1805-81, English painter of visionary landscapes, influenced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmer",1,1,2 ], "William Blake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palmerston North",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palmerston North",1,1,1 ], "a city in New Zealand, in S North Island on the Manawahi River| Pop|: 51,893" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmerston",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1869-1911) of Darwin ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmerston",2,1,1 ], "(1830-34; 1835-41; 1846-51); prime minister (1855-58; 1859-65)| His talent was for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palmerston",2,1,1 ], "3rd Viscount Palmerston| 1784-1865, British statesman; foreign secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmerston",2,1,1 ], "foreign affairs, in which he earned a reputation as a British nationalist and for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Palmerston",2,1,1 ], "high-handedness and gunboat diplomacy" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Palmira",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Columbia: agricultural trading centre| Pop|: 140,481 (1973)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmyra",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in central Syria: said to have been built by Solomon| Biblical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palmyra",1,1,1 ], "name: Tadmor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palmyra",1,1,2 ], "administration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palmyra",1,1,2 ], "an island in the central Pacific, in the Line Islands: under U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palo Alto",1,1,1 ], "a city in W California, southeast of San Francisco: founded in 1891 as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palo Alto",1,1,1 ], "seat of Stanford University| Pop|: 55,996 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palo Alto",1,1,2 ], "(1846) of the Mexican War took place, in which the Mexicans under General Mariano" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palo Alto",1,1,2 ], "Arista were defeated by the Americans under General Zachary Taylor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Palo Alto",1,1,2 ], "a battlefield in E Mexico, northwest of Monterrey, where the first battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palomar",1,1,1 ], "Observatory, which has a large (200-inch) reflecting telescope| Height: 1870 m (6140 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Palomar",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S California, northeast of San Diego: site of Mount Palomar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palos",1,1,1 ], "a village and former port in SW Spain: starting point of Columbus' voyage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Palos",1,1,1 ], "discovery to America (1492)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pal|",1,1,1 ], "Palestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pama-Nyungan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the largest family within the phylum of languages spoken by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pama-Nyungan",1,1,1 ], "the Australian Aborigines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pama-Nyungan",1,2,1 ], "this phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pamirs",1,1,1 ], "Kungur, 7719 m (25,326 ft|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pamirs",1,1,1 ], "Kunlun and Karakoram to the east, and the Hindu Kush to the west| Highest peak:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pamirs",1,1,1 ], "Union and partly in the Kirghiz SSR, extending into China and Afghanistan: consists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pamirs",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous area of central Asia, mainly in the Tadzhik SSR of the Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pamirs",1,1,1 ], "of a complex of high ranges, from which the Tien Shan projects to the north, the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pamlico Sound",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Atlantic between the E coast of North Carolina and its chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pamlico Sound",1,1,1 ], "of offshore islands| Length: 130 km (80 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pamphylia",1,1,1 ], "an area on the S coast of ancient Asia Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pamplona",1,1,1 ], "Navarre from the 11th century until 1841| Pop|: 147,168 (1970)| Former name: Pampeluna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pamplona",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Spain in the foothills of the Pyrenees: capital of the kingdom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan American Union",1,1,1 ], "States" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pan American Union",1,1,1 ], "the secretariat and major official agency of the Organization of American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan",1,1,1 ], "goat's legs, horns, and ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pan",1,1,1 ], "the god of fields, woods, shepherds, and flocks, represented as a man with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-African",1,1,1 ], "among African countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-African",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to all African countries or the advocacy of political unity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-African",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of the Pan-African movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-American",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerning North, South, and Central America collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-American",1,1,1 ], "or the advocacy of political or economic unity among American countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-Arabism",1,1,1 ], "cooperation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-Arabism",1,1,1 ], "the principle of, support for, or the movement towards Arab political union or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-Germanism",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the 19th century) the movement for the unification of Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-Slavism",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the 19th century) the movement for the union of the Slavic peoples," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-Slavism",1,1,1 ], "esp| under the hegemony of tsarist Russia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pan-Teutonism",1,1,1 ], "another name for Pan-Germanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panama Canal",1,1,1 ], "French under de Lesseps| Length: 64 km (40 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Panama Canal",1,1,1 ], "a canal across the Isthmus of Panama, linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panama Canal",1,1,1 ], "built by the U|S| (1904-14), after an unsuccessful previous attempt (1881-89) by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Panama Canal",1,1,1 ], "extends from Colon on the Caribbean Sea southeast to Balboa on the Gulf of Panama;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panama City",1,1,1 ], "(1935)| Pop|: 576,645 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Panama City",1,1,1 ], "developed rapidly with the building of the Panama Canal; seat of the University of Panama" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panama City",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Panama, near the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panama hat",1,1,1 ], "America|Often shortened to panama or Panama" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panama hat",1,1,1 ], "a hat made of the plaited leaves of the jipijapa plant of Central and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,1 ], "a republic in Central America, occupying the Isthmus of Panama: gained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,1 ], "balboa| Capital: Panama City| Pop|: 1,428,082 (1970)| Area: 75,650 sq| km (29,201 sq|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,1 ], "independence from Spain in 1821 and joined Greater Colombia; became independent in 1903," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,1 ], "jurisdiction| Languages: Spanish and English| Religion: chiefly Roman Catholic| Currency:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,1 ], "with the immediate area around the canal forming the Canal Zone under U|S|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,2 ], "Isthmus of| an isthmus linking North and South America, between the Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,2 ], "and the Caribbean| Length: 676 km (420 miles)| Width (at its narrowest point): 50" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,2 ], "km (31 miles)| Former name: (Isthmus of)Darien" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Panama",1,1,3 ], "Gulf of| a wide inlet of the Pacific in Panama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panathenaea",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Athens) a summer festival on the traditional birthday of Athena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panay",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 2,144,544 (1970)| Area: 12,300 sq| km (4750 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panay",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Philippines, the westernmost of the Visayan Islands|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pancake Day",1,1,1 ], "another name for Shrove Tuesday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panchayat",1,1,1 ], "a village council in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panchen Lama",1,1,1 ], "one of the two Grand Lamas of Tibet, ranking below the Dalai Lama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pandarus",1,1,1 ], "He broke the truce by shooting Menelaus with an arrow and was killed in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pandarus",1,1,1 ], "ensuing battle by Diomedes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pandarus",1,1,1 ], "the leader of the Lycians, allies of the Trojans in their war with the Greeks|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pandarus",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval legend) the procurer of Cressida on behalf of Troilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pandean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the god Pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pandora",1,1,1 ], "fire from Prometheus| Given a box (Pandora's box) that she was forbidden to open," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pandora",1,1,1 ], "leaving only hope within" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pandora",1,1,1 ], "she disobeyed out of curiosity and released from it all the ills that beset man," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pandora",1,1,1 ], "the first woman, made out of earth as the gods' revenge on man for obtaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pang-fou",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Pengpu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pangaea",1,1,1 ], "Palaeozoic era into the continents of Gondwanaland and Laurasia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pangaea",1,1,1 ], "an ancient landmass that is thought to have split up at the end of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pango Pango",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Pago Pago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panhellenic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to all the Greeks, all Greece, or Panhellenism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panhellenism",1,1,1 ], "the principle of or support for the union of all Greeks or all Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the god Pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panjabi",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Punjabi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panjim",1,1,1 ], "the Arabian Sea on the coast of Goa| Pop|: 34,953 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panjim",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Indian union territory of Goa, Daman, and Diu: a port on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pankhurst",1,1,1 ], "Dame Christabel| 1880-1958, English suffragette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pankhurst",1,1,2 ], "her mother, Emmeline| 1858-1928, English suffragette leader, who founded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pankhurst",1,1,2 ], "militant Women's Social and Political Union (1903)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pankhurst",1,1,3 ], "Sylvia, daughter of Emmeline Pankhurst| 1882-1960, English suffragette and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pankhurst",1,1,3 ], "pacifist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Panmunjom",1,1,1 ], "a village in the demilitarized zone of Korea: site of truce talks leading to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Panmunjom",1,1,1 ], "the end of the Korean War (1950-53)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pannonia",1,1,1 ], "a region of the ancient world south and west of the Danube: made a Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pannonia",1,1,1 ], "province in 6 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pantagruel",1,1,1 ], "Gargantua and Pantagruel (1534)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pantagruel",1,1,1 ], "a gigantic prince, noted for his ironical bufoonery, in Rabelais' satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pantelleria",1,1,1 ], "83 sq| km (32 sq| miles)| Ancient name: Cossyra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pantelleria",1,1,1 ], "an Italian island in the Mediterranean, between Sicily and Tunisia: of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pantelleria",1,1,1 ], "volcanic origin; used by the Romans as a place of banishment| Pop|: 8327 (1971)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pantheon",1,1,1 ], "a circular temple in Rome dedicated to all the gods, built by Agrippa in 27" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pantheon",1,1,1 ], "b|c|, rebuilt by Hadrian 120-24 a|d|, and used since 609 a|d| as a Christian church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pan|",1,1,1 ], "Panama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paoting",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in N Hopeh province| Former name: Tsingyuan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paotow",1,1,1 ], "River| Pop|: 920,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paotow",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N China, in the central Inner Mongolian AR on the Yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pap test",1,1,1 ], "an examination of stained cells in a smear taken of bodily secretions, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pap test",1,1,1 ], "those from the vagina or uterus, for detection of cancer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Papadopoulos",1,1,1 ], "born 1919, Greek army officer and statesman; prime minister (1967-73) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papadopoulos",1,1,1 ], "president (1973) in Greece's military government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Papal States",1,1,1 ], "the temporal domain of the popes in central Italy from 756 a|d| until the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papal States",1,1,1 ], "unification of Italy in 1870" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Papandreou",1,1,1 ], "born 1919, Greek economist and socialist politician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papeete",1,1,1 ], "the capital of French Polynesia, on the NW coast of Tahiti: one of the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papeete",1,1,1 ], "towns in the S Pacific| Pop|: 25,342 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Papen",1,1,1 ], "1879-1969, German statesman chancellor (1932) and vice chancellor (1933-34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papen",1,1,1 ], "under Hitler, whom he was instrumental in bringing to power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paphian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Paphos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paphian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Aphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paphian",1,1,3 ], "of sexual love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paphlagonia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country and Roman province in N Asia Minor, on the Black Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paphos",1,1,1 ], "a village in SW Cyprus, near the sites of two ancient cities: famous as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paphos",1,1,1 ], "birth among the waves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paphos",1,1,1 ], "centre of Aphrodite worship and traditionally the place at which she landed after her" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paphos",2,1,1 ], "Cyprus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paphos",2,1,1 ], "the son of Pygmalion and Galatea, who succeeded his father on the throne of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papiamento",1,1,1 ], "a creolized Spanish spoken in the Netherlands Antilles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papua New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "1949 until 1975, when it became an independent member of the Commonwealth| Currency:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Papua New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "Bismarck Archipelago, the W Solomon Islands, Trobriand Islands, D'Entrecasteaux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Papua New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "Islands, Woodlark Island, and the Louisiade Archipelago; administered by Australia from" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Papua New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "a country in the SW Pacific; consists of the E half of New Guinea, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papua New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "kina| Capital: Port Moresby| Pop|: 2,184,986 (1966)| Area: 461,693 sq| km (178,260" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Papua New Guinea",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Papua",1,1,1 ], "Guinea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Papua",1,1,1 ], "Territory of| a former territory of Australia, consisting of SE New Guinea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papua",1,1,1 ], "adjacent islands: now part of Papua New Guinea| Former name (1888-1906): British New" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Papua",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an inlet of the Coral Sea in the SE coast of New Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papuan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Papua or any of the languages spoken there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papuan",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Papua New Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papuan",1,2,2 ], "any of several languages of Papua New Guinea that apparently do not belong to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Papuan",1,2,2 ], "the Malayo-Polynesian family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Par",1,1,1 ], "1517-90, French surgeon|He reintroduced ligature of arteries following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Par",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Belem| Pop|: 2,167,018 (1970)| Area: 1,248,042 sq| km (474,896 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Par",1,1,1 ], "a state of N Brazil, on the Atlantic: mostly dense tropical rain forest|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Par",1,1,1 ], "amputation instead of cauterization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Par",1,1,2 ], "another name for Belem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Par",1,1,3 ], "Amazon| Length: about 320 km (200 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Par",1,1,3 ], "an estuary in N Brazil into which flow the Tocantins River and a branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paracelsus",1,1,1 ], "and alchemist, who pioneered the use of specific treatment, based on observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paracelsus",1,1,1 ], "and experience, to remedy particular diseases" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paracelsus",1,1,1 ], "original name Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim| 1493-1541, Swiss physician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraclete",1,1,1 ], "the Holy Ghost as comforter or advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay tea",1,1,1 ], "another name for mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "Asuncion| Pop|: 2,357,955 (1972)| Area: 406,750 sq| km (157,047 sq| miles)" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "Uruguay (1865-70)| It is divided by the Paraguay River into a sparsely inhabited" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "an inland republic in South America: colonized by the Spanish from 1537" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "forests, and rich grasslands, rising to the Parana plateau in the east| Official" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "gaining independence in 1811; lost 142,500 sq| km (55,000 sq| miles) of territory and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "languages: Spanish and Guarani| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: guarani| Capital:" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "over half its population after its defeat in the war against Argentina, Brazil, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,1 ], "semiarid region (Chaco) in the west, and a central region of wooded hills, tropical" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,2 ], "Parana River| Length: about 2400 km (1500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paraguay",1,1,2 ], "a river in South America flowing south through Brazil and Paraguay to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 56,371 sq| km (21,765 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Brazil, on the Atlantic: consists of a coastal strip, with hills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,1 ], "and plains inland; irrigated agriculture| Capital: Joao Pessoa| Pop|: 2,382,617" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,2 ], "a river in SE Brazil, flowing southwest and then northeast to the Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,2 ], "near Campos|Length: 1060 km (660 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,3 ], "Atlantic| Length: 386 km (240 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,3 ], "a river in NE Brazil, in Paraiba state, flowing northeast and east to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paraiba",1,1,4 ], "the former name (until 1930) of Joao Pessoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paramaribo",1,1,1 ], "the Suriname River: the only large town in the country| Pop|: 151,500 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paramaribo",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Surinam, 27 km (17 miles) from the Atlantic on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,1 ], "Area: 199,555 sq| km (77,048 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Brazil, on the Atlantic: consists of a coastal plain and a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,1 ], "rolling plateau with extensive forests| Capital: Curitiba| Pop|: 6,929,868 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,2 ], "Argentina (1853-1862)| Pop|: 127,836 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,2 ], "a city in E Argentina, on the Parana River opposite Santa Fe: capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,3 ], "Rio Grande and the Paranaiba River and flowing generally south to the Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,3 ], "a river in central South America, formed in S Brazil by the confluence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paran",1,1,3 ], "through the Rio de la Plata estuary| Length: 2900 km (1800 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paraquat",1,1,1 ], "a yellow extremely poisonous soluble solid used in solution as a weedkiller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parashah",1,1,1 ], "any of the sections of the Torah read in the synagogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parashah",1,1,2 ], "any of the subsections of the weekly lessons read on Sabbaths in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parashah",1,1,2 ], "synagogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parber",1,1,1 ], "a South American rubber obtained from any of various euphorbiaceous trees of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parber",1,1,1 ], "the genus Hevea, esp| H| brasiliensis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parcae",1,1,1 ], "The| the Roman goddesses of fate| Greek counterparts: The Moirai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parcheesi",1,1,1 ], "a modern board game derived from the ancient game of pachisi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pardubice",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Czechoslovakia, on the Elbe River: 13th-century cathedral; oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pardubice",1,1,1 ], "refinery| Pop|: 70,777 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pareto" ,1, 1, 1],"1848-1923, Italian sociologist and economist|He anticipated Fascist principles",1). c_DEF([ "Pareto" ,1, 1, 1],"of government in his",2). c_DEF([ "Parian",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a fine white marble mined in classical times in Paros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parian",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to a fine biscuit porcelain used mainly for statuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parian",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to Paros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Paros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parian",1,2,2 ], "Parian marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parian",1,2,3 ], "Parian porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paricut",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in W central Mexico, in Michoacan state, formed in 1943 after a week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paricut",1,1,1 ], "of earth tremors; grew to a height of 2500 m (8200 ft|) in a year and buried the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paricut",1,1,1 ], "village of Paricutin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paris Commune",1,1,1 ], "Franco-Prussian War| Troops of the Assembly crushed the Commune with great bloodshed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paris Commune",1,1,1 ], "National Assembly and esp| to the peace negotiated with Prussia following the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris Commune",1,1,1 ], "the council established in Paris in the spring of 1871 in opposition to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris green",1,1,1 ], "3Cu(AsO\2)2|Cu(C\2H\3O\2)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paris green",1,1,1 ], "an emerald-green poisonous insoluble substance used as a pigment and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris green",1,1,1 ], "insecticide| It is a double salt of copper arsenite and copper acetate| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Ancient name: Lutetia" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,1 ], "department; dates from the 3rd century b|c|, becoming capital of France in 987; centre of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,1 ], "the French Revolution; centres around its original site on an island in the Seine," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,1 ], "the Ile de la Cite, containing Notre Dame; university (1150)| Pop|: 2,317,227" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,1 ], "the capital of France, in the north on the River Seine: constitutes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,2 ], "Treaty of Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,2,1 ], "a treaty of 1783 between the U|S|, Britain, France, and Spain, ending the War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,2,1 ], "of American Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,2,2 ], "a treaty of 1763 signed by Britain, France, and Spain that ended their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,2,2 ], "involvement in the Seven Years' War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,2,3 ], "Spanish-American War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",1,1,2,3 ], "a treaty of 1898 between Spain and the U|S| bringing to an end the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",2,1,1 ], "a prince of Troy, whose abduction of Helen from her husband Menelaus started" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",2,1,1 ], "the Trojan War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",2,1,2 ], "Majora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paris",2,1,2 ], "Matthew| 1200-59, English chronicler, whose principal work is the Chronica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parishad",1,1,1 ], "(in India) an assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Park",1,1,1 ], "Mungo | 1771-1806, Scottish explorer|He led two expeditions (1795-97; 1805-06)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Park",1,1,1 ], "expedition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Park",1,1,1 ], "to trace the course of the Niger in Africa|He was drowned during thesecond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Park",1,1,2 ], "Chung Hee | born 1917, South Korean politician; president of the Republic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Park",1,1,2 ], "Korea since 1963" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parker",1,1,1 ], "Charlie| nickname Bird or Yardbird| 1920-55, U|S| jazz alto saxophonist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parker",1,1,1 ], "composer; the leading exponent of early bop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parker",1,1,2 ], "Dorothy 1893-1967, U|S| writer, noted esp| for the ironical humour of her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parker",1,1,2 ], "short stories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parker",1,1,3 ], "Matthew| 1504-75, English prelate| As archbishop of Canterbury (1559-75), he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parker",1,1,3 ], "supervised Elizabeth I's religious settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parkinson's disease",1,1,1 ], "a progressive chronic disorder of the central nervous system characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parkinson's disease",1,1,1 ], "impaired muscular coordination and tremor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parkinson's disease",1,1,1 ], "syndrome, paralysis agitans, shaking palsy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Parkinson's law",1,1,1 ], "fill the time allotted to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parkinson's law",1,1,1 ], "the notion, expressed facetiously as a law of economics, that work expands to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliament",1,1,1 ], "Commons, which exercises effective power, the House of Lords, and the sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parliament",1,1,1 ], "the highest legislative authority in Britain, consisting of the House of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliament",1,1,2 ], "a similar legislature in another country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliament",1,1,3 ], "the two chambers of a Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliament",1,1,4 ], "the lower chamber of a Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliament",1,1,5 ], "any of the assemblies of such a body created by a general election and royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliament",1,1,5 ], "summons and dissolved before the next election" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parliamentarian",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of Parliament during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliamentarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Parliament or its supporters during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parliamentary Commissioner",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the official name for ombudsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parl|",1,1,1 ], "Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parl|",1,1,2 ], "parliamentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parma",1,1,1 ], "Parmesan cheese)| Pop|: 177,210 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Parma",1,1,1 ], "Piacenza from 1545 until it became part of Italy in 1860; important food industry (esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parma",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Emilia-Romagna: capital of the duchy of Parma and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parma",1,1,2 ], "a city in NE Ohio, south of Cleveland| Pop|: 101,482 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parmenides",1,1,1 ], "5th-century b|c| Greek Eleatic philosopher, born in Italy| He held that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parmenides",1,1,1 ], "doctrines are expounded in his poem On Nature, of which only fragments are extant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Parmenides",1,1,1 ], "universe is single and unchanging and denied the existence of change and motion| His" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parmentier",1,1,1 ], "(of soups, etc|) containing or garnished with potatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parmesan cheese",1,1,1 ], "a hard dry cheese made from skimmed milk, used grated, esp| on pasta dishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parmesan cheese",1,1,1 ], "and soups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parmigianino",1,1,1 ], "of the originators of mannerism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parmigianino",1,1,1 ], "original name Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola| 1503-40, Italian painter, one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnaiba",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE Brazil, rising in the Serra das Mangabeiras and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnaiba",1,1,1 ], "generally northeast, to the Atlantic| Length: about 1450 km (900 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Mount Parnassus or poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassian",2,1,1 ], "emphasized metrical form and restricted emotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassian",2,1,1 ], "one of a school of French poets of the late 19th century who wrote verse that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassian",2,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Parnassians or their poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassus",1,1,1 ], "Dionysus, Apollo, and the Muses, with the Castalian Spring and Delphi on its slopes|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassus",1,1,1 ], "Height: 2457 m (8061 ft|)| Modern Greek names: Parnassos , Liakoura" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassus",1,1,1 ], "Mount| a mountain in central Greece, in NW Boeotia: in ancient times sacred to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassus",1,1,1,1 ], "the world of poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassus",1,1,1,2 ], "a centre of poetic or other creative activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnassus",1,1,2 ], "a collection of verse or belles-lettres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnell",1,1,1 ], "(1880-90) with a calculated policy of obstruction| Although Gladstone was converted to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parnell",1,1,1 ], "1846-91, Irish nationalist, who led the Irish Home Rule movement in Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parnell",1,1,1 ], "Home Rule (1886), Parnell's career was ruined by the scandal over his adultery with" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Parnell",1,1,1 ], "Mrs| O'Shea" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Parr",1,1,1 ], "1512-48, sixth wife of Henry VIII of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parry",1,1,1 ], "Sir (Charles)Hubert 1848-1918, English composer, noted esp| for his choral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parry",1,1,1 ], "works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parry",1,1,2 ], "Northwest Passage (1819-25) and attempted to reach the North Pole (1827)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parry",1,1,2 ], "Sir William Edward| 1790-1855, English arctic explorer, who searched for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parsee",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of a monotheistic religion of Zoroastrian origin, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parsee",1,1,1 ], "is now found chiefly in western India" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Parsee",1,1,1 ], "practitioners of which were driven out of Persia by the Muslims in the eighth century a|d|It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parsee",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Parsees or their religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parsifal",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Parzival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parsons",1,1,1 ], "Sir Charles Algernon| 1854-1931, English engineer, who developed the steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parsons",1,1,1 ], "turbine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parthenon",1,1,1 ], "regarded as the finest example of the Greek Doric order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parthenon",1,1,1 ], "the temple on the Acropolis in Athens built in the 5th century b|c| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parthenopaeus",1,1,1 ], "one of the Seven against Thebes, son of Atalanta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parthenope",1,1,1 ], "a siren, who drowned herself when Odysseus evaded the lure of the sirens'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parthenope",1,1,1 ], "singing| Her body was said to have been cast ashore at what became Naples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parthenos",1,1,1 ], "Athena" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parthenos",1,1,1 ], "an epithet meaning Virgin, applied by the Greeks to several goddesses, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parthia",1,1,1 ], "Seleucids in the 3rd century a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Parthia",1,1,1 ], "a country in ancient Asia, southeast of the Caspian Sea, that expanded into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Parthia",1,1,1 ], "great empire dominating SW Asia in the 2nd century b|c|It was destroyed by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parthian shot",1,1,1 ], "a hostile remark or gesture delivered while departing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Particulars of Claim",1,1,1 ], "(in England) the first reading made by the plaintiff in a county court action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Particulars of Claim",1,1,1 ], "for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Particulars of Claim",1,1,1 ], "showing the facts upon which he relies in support of his claim and the relief asked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parzival",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: Percival" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Parzival",1,1,1 ], "the hero of a medieval cycle of legends about the Holy Grail| English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Par|",1,1,1 ], "Paraguay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pas-de-Calais",1,1,1 ], "Arras| Pop|: 1,420,960 (1975)| Area: 6752 sq| km (2633 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pas-de-Calais",1,1,1 ], "Dover (the Pas de Calais): the part of France closest to the British Isles| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pas-de-Calais",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Nord-Pas-de-Calais region, on the Straits of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasadena",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW California, east of Los Angeles| Pop|: 109,241 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasargadae",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in Persia, northeast of Persepolis in present-day Iran: built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasargadae",1,1,1 ], "by Cyrus the Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pasay",1,1,1 ], "Bay| Pop|: 240,913 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pasay",1,1,1 ], "a city in the Philippines, on central Luzon just south of Manila, on Manila" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pascal" ,1, 1, 1],"1623-62, French philosopher, mathematician, and physicist|As a scientist, he",1). c_DEF([ "Pascal" ,1, 1, 1],"Fermat, developed the theory of probability|His chief philosophical works are",3). c_DEF([ "Pascal" ,1, 1, 1],"made important contributions to hydraulics and differential calculus and, with",2). c_DEF([ "Pascal" ,1, 1, 2],"(1670), fragments of a Christian apologia|",2). c_DEF([ "Pascal" ,1, 1, 2],"written in defence of Jansenism and against the Jesuits, and Pens''ees",1). c_DEF([ "Pascal's triangle",1,1,1 ], "a triangular figure consisting of rows of numbers, each number being obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pascal's triangle",1,1,1 ], "by adding together the two numbers on either side of it in the row above" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pasch",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for Passover or Easter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pashto",1,1,1 ], "a language of Afghanistan and NW Pakistan, belonging to the East Iranian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pashto",1,1,1 ], "branch of the Indo-European family: since 1936 the official language of Afghanistan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pashto",1,1,2 ], "a speaker of the Pashto language; a Pathan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pashto",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to this language or a speaker of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasionaria",1,1,1 ], "in exile in the Soviet Union (1939-75)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pasionaria",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Dolores Ibarruri| born 1895, Spanish Communist leader, who lived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasiphae",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Minos and mother (by a bull) of the Minotaur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasolini" ,1, 1, 1],"1922-77, Italian film director| His films include",1). c_DEF([ "Pasolini" ,1, 1, 2],"Decameron (1970)",2). c_DEF([ "Pasolini" ,1, 1, 2],"The Gospel according to St| Matthew (1964), Theorem (1968), Pigsty (1969), and",1). c_DEF([ "Passamaquoddy Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Bay of Fundy between New Brunswick (Canada) and Maine (U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passamaquoddy Bay",1,1,1 ], "at the mouth of the St| Croix River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Passion Sunday",1,1,1 ], "begins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Passion Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the fifth Sunday in Lent (the second Sunday before Easter), when Passiontide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passion Week",1,1,1 ], "the week between Passion Sunday and Palm Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passion Week",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) Holy Week; the week before Easter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passion play",1,1,1 ], "a play depicting the Passion of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passion",1,1,1 ], "the sufferings of Christ from the Last Supper to his death on the cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passion",1,1,2 ], "any of the four Gospel accounts of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passion",1,1,3 ], "a musical setting of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passiontide",1,1,1 ], "the last two weeks of Lent, extending from Passion Sunday to Holy Saturday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passover",1,1,1 ], "an eight-day Jewish festival beginning on Nisan 15 and celebrated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Passover",1,1,1 ], "commemoration of the passing over or sparing of the Israelites in Egypt, when God smote the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Passover",1,1,1 ], "firstborn of the Egyptians (Exodus 12)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Passover",1,1,2 ], "another term for the Paschal Lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasternak" ,1, 1, 1],"1890-1960, Soviet lyric poet, novelist, and translator, noted particularly for",1). c_DEF([ "Pasternak" ,1, 1, 1],"his novel of the Russian Revolution,",2). c_DEF([ "Pasternak" ,1, 1, 2],"Zhivago",1). c_DEF([ "Pasternak" ,1, 1, 3],"He was awarded the Nobel prize for literature in 1958, but was forced to",1). c_DEF([ "Pasternak" ,1, 1, 3],"decline it",2). c_DEF([ "Pasteur",1,1,1 ], "1822-95, French chemist and bacteriologist|His discovery that the fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pasteur",1,1,1 ], "of milk and alcohol was caused by microorganisms resulted in the process of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pasteur",1,1,1 ], "pasteurization|He also devised methods of immunization against anthrax and rabies and pioneered" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pasteur",1,1,1 ], "stereochemistry" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pasto",1,1,1 ], "(1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pasto",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Colombia, at an altitude of 2590 m (8500 ft|)| Pop|: 119,339" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pat",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for an Irishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patagonia",1,1,1 ], "from the Andes to the Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patagonia",1,1,1 ], "the southernmost region of South America, in Argentina and Chile extending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patagonia",1,1,2 ], "Andes in the west" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patagonia",1,1,2 ], "an arid tableland in the southernmost part of Argentina, rising towards the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patent Office",1,1,1 ], "a government department that issues patents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patent Rolls",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the register of patents issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pater",1,1,1 ], "1839-94, English essayist and critic, noted for his prose style and his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pater",1,1,1 ], "advocation of the love of art for its own sake| His works include the philosophical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pater",1,1,1 ], "and Imaginary Portraits (1887)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pater",1,1,1 ], "romance Marius the Epicurean (1885), Studies in the History of the Renaissance (1873)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paternoster",1,1,1 ], "The Lord's Prayer, esp| in Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paternoster",1,1,2 ], "the recital of this as an act of devotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paterson",1,1,1 ], "143,372 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paterson",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE New Jersey: settled by the Dutch in the late 17th century| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paterson's curse",1,1,1 ], "the Austral| name for viper's bugloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pathan",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Pashto-speaking people of Afghanistan, NW Pakistan, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pathan",1,1,1 ], "elsewhere, most of whom are Muslim in religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patiala",1,1,1 ], "148,686 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patiala",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in E Punjab: seat of the Punjabi University (1962)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patmore",1,1,1 ], "1823-96, English poet| His works, celebrating both conjugal and divine love," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patmore",1,1,1 ], "include The Angel in the House (1854-62) and The Unknown Eros (1877)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patmos",1,1,1 ], "(about 95 a|d|), where he wrote the Apocalypse| Pop|: 2486 (1971)| Area: 34 sq| km (13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patmos",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the Aegean, in the NW Dodecanese: St| John's place of exile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patmos",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Patna rice",1,1,1 ], "a variety of long-grain rice, used for savoury dishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patna",1,1,1 ], "473,001 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Patna",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, capital of Bihar state, on the River Ganges: founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patna",1,1,1 ], "the 5th century b|c|;university (1917); centre of a rice growing region| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paton",1,1,1 ], "born 1903, South African writer, noted esp| for his novel dealing with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paton",1,1,1 ], "racial problem in South Africa, Cry, the Beloved Country (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patras",1,1,1 ], "Independence, which began here in 1821| Pop|: 112,228 (1971)| Modern Greek name: Patrai " ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Patras",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Greece, in the NW Peloponnese on the Gulf of Patras (an inlet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patras",1,1,1 ], "the Ionian Sea): one of the richest cities in Greece until the 3rd century b|c|;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patras",1,1,1 ], "under Turkish rule from 1458 to 1687 and from 1715 until the War of Greek" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Patrick",1,1,1 ], "5th-century a|d| English missionary in Ireland; patron saint of Ireland| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patrick",1,1,1 ], "left an account of his life and work in his Confession|Feast day: March 17" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patroclus",1,1,1 ], "Achilles return to the fight after his quarrel with Agamemnon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Patroclus",1,1,1 ], "a friend of Achilles, killed in the Trojan War by Hector| His death made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patti",1,1,1 ], "1843-1919, Italian operatic coloratura soprano, born in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Patton",1,1,1 ], "1885-1945, U|S| general, who held command during World War II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pat| Off|",1,1,1 ], "Patent Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pau",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW France: residence of the French kings of Navarre; tourist centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pau",1,1,1 ], "for the Pyrenees| Pop|: 85,860 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paul III",1,1,1 ], "(1534-49)| He excommunicated Henry VIII of England (1538) and inaugurated the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paul III",1,1,1 ], "Counter-Reformation by approving the establishment of the Jesuits (1540), instituting the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paul III",1,1,1 ], "Inquisition in Italy, and convening the Council of Trent (1545)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Paul III",1,1,1 ], "original name Alessandro Farnese| 1468-1549, Italian ecclesiastic; pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paul Jones",1,1,1 ], "an old-time dance in which partners are exchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paul Pry",1,1,1 ], "a nosy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paul VI",1,1,1 ], "(1963-1978)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paul VI",1,1,1 ], "original name Giovanni Battista Montini| 1897-1978, Italian ecclesiastic; pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paul",1,1,1 ], "Saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paul",1,1,2 ], "Jean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pauli exclusion principle",1,1,1 ], "sometimes shortened to exclusion principle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pauli exclusion principle",1,1,1 ], "the principle that two similar particles cannot occupy the same quantum state;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pauli",1,1,1 ], "1900-58, U|S| physicist, born in Austria| He formulated the exclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pauli",1,1,1 ], "Fermi: Nobel prize for physics 1945" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pauli",1,1,1 ], "principle (1924) and postulated the existence of the neutrino (1931), later confirmed by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pauline",1,1,1 ], "relating to Saint Paul or his doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pauling",1,1,1 ], "born 1901, U|S| chemist, noted particularly for his work on the nature of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pauling",1,1,1 ], "chemical bond and his opposition to nuclear tests: Nobel prize for chemistry 1954; Nobel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pauling",1,1,1 ], "peace prize 1962" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Paulinus",1,1,1 ], "archbishop of Rochester| Feast day: Oct| 10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paulinus",1,1,1 ], "died 644 a|d|, Roman missionary to England; first bishop of York and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paumotu Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Tuamotu Archipelago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pausanias",1,1,1 ], "2nd-century a|d| Greek geographer and historian| His Description of Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pausanias",1,1,1 ], "gives a valuable account of the topography of ancient Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pavese" ,1, 1, 1],"1908-50, Italian writer and translator|His works include collections of poems,",1). c_DEF([ "Pavese" ,1, 1, 1],"such as",2). c_DEF([ "Pavese" ,1, 1, 2],"a la morte e avra i tuoi occhi",1). c_DEF([ "Pavese" ,1, 1, 3],"Luna e i fal`o (1950)",2). c_DEF([ "Pavese" ,1, 1, 3],"short stories, such as the collection Notte di festa (1953), and the novel La",1). c_DEF([ "Pavlodar",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Soviet Union, in the NE Kazakh SSR on the Irtysh River: major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pavlodar",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre with an oil refinery| Pop|: 283,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pavlov",1,1,1 ], "1849-1936, Soviet physiologist|His study of conditioned reflexes in dogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pavlov",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for medicine 1904" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pavlov",1,1,1 ], "influenced behaviourism|He also made important contributions to the study of digestion:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pavlova",1,1,1 ], "1885-1931, Russian ballerina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pavlova",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened (Austral| informal) to pav" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pavlova",1,1,1 ], "a meringue cake topped with whipped cream and fruit, popular in Australia|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pavo" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation near the South Pole lying between Tucana and Ara",1). c_DEF([ "Pawnee",1,1,1 ], "a member of a confederacy of related North American Indian peoples, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pawnee",1,1,1 ], "living in Nebraska and Kansas, now chiefly in Oklahoma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pawnee",1,1,2 ], "the language of these peoples, belonging to the Caddoan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pax Romana",1,1,1 ], "the Roman peace; the long period of stability under the Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pax",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of peace| Greek counterpart: Irene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pax",1,1,2 ], "a period of general peace, esp| one in which there is one dominant nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paxton",1,1,1 ], "Sir Joseph| 1801-65, English architect, who designed Crystal Palace (1851)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paxton",1,1,1 ], "the first large structure of prefabricated glass and iron parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pays de la Loire",1,1,1 ], "a region of W France, on the Bay of Biscay: generally low-lying, drained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pays de la Loire",1,1,1 ], "the River Loire and its tributaries; agricultural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Paysand",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Uruguay, on the Uruguay River: the third largest city in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Paysand",1,1,1 ], "country| Pop|: 80,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pa|",1,1,1 ], "Pennsylvania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pb",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for lead| from New Latin plumbum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pd",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for palladium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peabody",1,1,1 ], "1795-1869, U|S| merchant, banker, and philanthropist in the U|S| and England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peace Corps",1,1,1 ], "an agency of the U|S| government that sends American volunteers to developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peace Corps",1,1,1 ], "countries, where they work on educational projects, etc|: established in 1961" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peace River",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Canada, rising in British Columbia as the Finlay River and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peace River",1,1,1 ], "flowing northeast into the Slave River| Length: 1715 km (1065 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peacock",1,1,1 ], "1785-1866, English novelist and poet, noted for his satirical romances," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peacock",1,1,1 ], "including Headlong Hall (1816) and Nightmare Abbey (1818)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peak District",1,1,1 ], "a region of N central England, in N Derbyshire at the S end of the Pennines:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peak District",1,1,1 ], "consists of moors in the north and a central limestone plateau; many caves| Highest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peak District",1,1,1 ], "point: 727 m (2088 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peake",1,1,1 ], "(1946-59), he creates, with vivid imagination, a grotesque Gothic world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peake",1,1,1 ], "1911-68, English novelist, poet, and illustrator| In his trilogy Gormenghast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pearl Harbor",1,1,1 ], "Oahu, Hawaii: site of a U|S| naval base attacked by the Japanese in 1941, resulting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pearl Harbor",1,1,1 ], "an almost landlocked inlet of the Pacific on the S coast of the island of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pearl Harbor",1,1,1 ], "in the U|S| entry into World War II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pearl River",1,1,1 ], "Mexico| Length: 789 km (490 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pearl River",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Mississippi, flowing southwest and south to the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pearl River",1,1,2 ], "the English name for the Chu Chiang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pearly Gates",1,1,1 ], "the entrance to heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pearly Gates",1,1,2 ], "teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pears",1,1,1 ], "born 1910, English operatic tenor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peary",1,1,1 ], "1856-1920, U|S| arctic explorer, generally regarded as the first man to reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peary",1,1,1 ], "the North Pole (1909)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pechora",1,1,1 ], "a river in the NW Soviet Union, rising in the Ural Mountains and flowing north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pechora",1,1,1 ], "in a great arc to the Pechora Sea (the SE part of the Barents Sea)| Length: 1814" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pechora",1,1,1 ], "km (1127 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peckinpah",1,1,1 ], "(1969)| Among his other films are Straw Dogs (1971), Bring me the Head of Alfredo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peckinpah",1,1,1 ], "Garcia (1974), and Cross of Iron (1977)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peckinpah",1,1,1 ], "born 1926, U|S| film director, esp| of westerns, such as The Wild Bunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pecksniffian",1,1,1 ], "affecting benevolence or high moral principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pecos",1,1,1 ], "a river in the southwestern U|S|, rising in N central New Mexico and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pecos",1,1,1 ], "southeast to the Rio Grande| Length: about 1180 km (735 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pedi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a subgroup of the Sotho people resident in the Transvaal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pedi",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Sotho spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peebles",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SE Scotland, now part of the Borders region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peel",1,1,1 ], "(1834-35; 1841-46)| As Home Secretary (1828-30) he founded the Metropolitan Police and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peel",1,1,1 ], "Sir Robert| 1788-1850, British statesman; Conservative prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peel",1,1,1 ], "his second ministry carried through a series of free-trade budgets culminating in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peel",1,1,1 ], "the repeal of the Corn Laws (1846), which split the Tory party" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Peele",1,1,1 ], "1556-96, English dramatist and poet| His works include the pastoral drama The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peele",1,1,1 ], "Arraignment of Paris (1584) and the comedy The Old Wives' Tale (1595)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peeping Tom",1,1,1 ], "a man who furtively observes women undressing; voyeur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pegasus" ,2, 2, 1],"a constellation in the N hemisphere lying close to Andromeda and Pisces",1). c_DEF([ "Pegasus",1,1,1 ], "an immortal winged horse, which sprang from the blood of the slain Medusa and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pegasus",1,1,1 ], "enabled Bellerophon to achieve many great deeds as his rider" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pegu",1,1,1 ], "(1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pegu",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Burma: capital of a united Burma (16th century)| Pop|: 122,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pehlevi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Pahlavi'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peipus",1,1,1 ], "Chudskoye Ozero" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peipus",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the W Soviet Union, on the boundary between the RSFSR and Estonia:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peipus",1,1,1 ], "drains into the Gulf of Finland| Area: 3512 sq| km (1356 sq| miles)| Russian name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peiraeus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Piraeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peirce",1,1,1 ], "1839-1914, U|S| logician, philosopher, and mathematician; pioneer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peirce",1,1,1 ], "pragmatism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pekin",1,1,1 ], "a breed of white or cream duck with a bright orange bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peking man",1,1,1 ], "Palaeolithic age, were found in a cave near Peking, China, in 1927" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peking man",1,1,1 ], "an early type of man, Homo erectus, remains of which, of the Lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peking",1,1,1 ], "Hopeh province: dates back to the 12th century b|c|; consists of two central walled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peking",1,1,1 ], "cities, the Outer City (containing the commercial quarter) and the Inner City, which" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peking",1,1,1 ], "contains the Imperial City, within which is the Purple or Forbidden City; three" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Peking",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the People's Republic of China, in the northeast in central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peking",1,1,1 ], "universities| Pop|: 8,000,000 (1976 est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pekingese",1,1,1 ], "a small breed of pet dog with a profuse straight coat, curled plumed tail, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pekingese",1,1,1 ], "short wrinkled muzzle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pekingese",1,1,2 ], "serves as a standard for the language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pekingese",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Mandarin Chinese spoken in Peking, the pronunciation of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pekingese",1,1,3 ], "a native or inhabitant of Peking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pekingese",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Peking or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pel",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in the West Indies, in N Martinique: erupted in 1902, killing every" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pel",1,1,1 ], "original name Edson Arantes do Nascimento| born 1940, Brazilian footballer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pel",1,1,1 ], "person but one in the town of St| Pierre| Height: 1463 m (4800 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagian Islands",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean, between Tunisia and Malta| Pop|: 4620 (1968 est|)| Area: about 27 sq| km (11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagian Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of Italian islands (Lampedusa, Linosa, and Lampione) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagian Islands",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)| Italian name: Isole Pelagie " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagianism",1,1,1 ], "a heretical doctrine, first formulated by Pelagius, that rejected the concept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagianism",1,1,1 ], "of original sin and maintained that the individual takes the initial steps towards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagianism",1,1,1 ], "salvation by his own efforts and not by the help of divine grace" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagius",1,1,1 ], "360-420 a|d|, British monk, who originated the body of doctrines known as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelagius",1,1,1 ], "Pelagianism and was condemned for heresy (1417)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelasgian" ,1, 1, 1],"Greeks",3). c_DEF([ "Pelasgian" ,1, 1, 1],"a member of any of the pre-Hellenic peoples (the Pelasgi) who inhabited Greece",1). c_DEF([ "Pelasgian" ,1, 1, 1],"and the islands and coasts of the Aegean Sea before the arrival of the Bronze Age",2). c_DEF([ "Pelasgian" ,1, 2, 1],"of or relating to these peoples",1). c_DEF([ "Pele's hair",1,1,1 ], "fine threads of volcanic rock material formed from molten lava by the action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pele's hair",1,1,1 ], "of wind, explosion, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peleus",1,1,1 ], "a king of the Myrmidons; father of Achilles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelew Islands",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Palau Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelias",1,1,1 ], "a son of Poseidon and Tyro| He feared his nephew Jason and sent him to recover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelias",1,1,1 ], "the Golden Fleece, hoping he would not return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelion",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NE Greece, in E Thessaly| In Greek mythology it was the home of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelion",1,1,1 ], "the centaurs| Height: 1548 m (5079 ft|)| Modern Greek name: Pilion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pella",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in N Greece: the capital of Macedonia under Philip II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelles",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the father of Elaine and one of the searchers for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelles",1,1,1 ], "Holy Grail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelletier",1,1,1 ], "1788-1842, French chemist, who isolated quinine, chlorophyll, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelletier",1,1,1 ], "chemical substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelmanism",1,1,1 ], "a system of training to improve the memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelmanism",1,1,2 ], "a memory card game in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelmanism",1,1,2 ], "number" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pelmanism",1,1,2 ], "pack of cards is spread out face down and players try to turn up pairs with the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peloponnese",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 21,439 sq| km (8361 sq| miles)| Medieval name: Morea|Greek name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peloponnese",1,1,1 ], "Peloponnesos" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Peloponnese",1,1,1 ], "chief cities in ancient times were Sparta and Corinth, now Patras| Pop|: 986,912" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peloponnese",1,1,1 ], "the S peninsula of Greece, joined to central Greece by the Isthmus of Corinth:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peloponnesian War",1,1,1 ], "a war fought for supremacy in Greece from 431 to 404 b|c|, in which Athens and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peloponnesian War",1,1,1 ], "her allies were defeated by the league centred on Sparta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelops",1,1,1 ], "a meal for the gods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelops",1,1,1 ], "the son of Tantalus, who as a child was killed by his father and served up as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pelotas",1,1,1 ], "150,278 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pelotas",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Brazil, in Rio Grande do Sul on the Canal de Sao Goncalo| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peltier effect",1,1,1 ], "arising from the resistance of the wires" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peltier effect",1,1,1 ], "passed around the thermocouple circuit| The heat produced is additional to the heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peltier effect",1,1,1 ], "the production of heat at either junction of a thermocouple when a current is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peltier element",1,1,1 ], "an electronic device consisting of metal strips between which alternate strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peltier element",1,1,1 ], "heat to be absorbed from one set of metallic strips and emitted from the other by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peltier element",1,1,1 ], "of n-type and p-type semiconductors are connected| Passage of a current causes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peltier element",1,1,1 ], "the Peltier effect" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pemba",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 164,243 (1967)| Area: 984 sq| km (380 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pemba",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, off the E coast of Africa north of Zanzibar:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pemba",1,1,1 ], "part of Tanzania; produces most of the world's cloves| Chief town: Chake Chake|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pembroke table",1,1,1 ], "a small table with drop leaves and often one or more drawers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pembroke",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Wales, on Milford Haven: 11th-century castle where Henry VII was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pembroke",1,1,1 ], "born| Pop|: 14,092 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pembroke",1,1,2 ], "the smaller variety of corgi, usually having a docked or short tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pembrokeshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of SW Wales, now part of Dyfed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penang",1,1,1 ], "Wellesley on the mainland, which first united administratively in 1798 as a British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penang",1,1,1 ], "a state of West Malaysia: consists of the island of Penang and the province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penang",1,1,1 ], "colony| Capital: George Town| Pop|: 773,327 (1970)| Area: 1031 sq| km (398 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Penang",1,1,2 ], "293 sq| km (113 sq| miles)| Former name (until about 1867): Prince of Wales Island" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penang",1,1,2 ], "a forested island off the NW coast of Malaya, in the Strait of Malacca| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penang",1,1,3 ], "another name for George Town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penchi",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE China, in S Liaoning province| Pop|: 600,000 (1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penchi",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penderecki",1,1,1 ], "born 1933, Polish composer, noted for his highly individual orchestration| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penderecki",1,1,1 ], "works include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penderecki",1,1,2 ], "Threnody for the Victims of Hiroshima for strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penelope",1,1,1 ], "the importunities of many suitors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penelope",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Odysseus, who remained true to him during his long absence despite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peneus",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for the Salambria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pengpu",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in Anhwei province| Pop|: 253,000 (1953)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "short for the Iberian Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peninsular War",1,1,1 ], "Spanish forces against the French: part of the Napoleonic Wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peninsular War",1,1,1 ], "the war (1808-14) fought in the Iberian Peninsula by British, Portuguese, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penki",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Penchi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penn",1,1,1 ], "William| 1644-1718, English Quaker and founder of Pennsylvania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penn",1,1,2 ], "Alice's Restaurant (1969), Little Big Man (1970), The Missouri Breaks (1976); and Night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penn",1,1,2 ], "Arthur| born 1922, U|S| film director: films include Bonnie and Clyde (1967)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penn",1,1,2 ], "Moves (1978)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pennine Alps",1,1,1 ], "4634 m (15,204 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pennine Alps",1,1,1 ], "a range of the Alps between Switzerland and Italy| Highest peak: Monte Rosa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennine Way",1,1,1 ], "Yetholm, Roxburghshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pennine Way",1,1,1 ], "a footpath extending from Edale, Derbyshire, for 402 km (250 miles) to Kirk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennines",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Cross Fell, 893 m (2930 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pennines",1,1,1 ], "a system of hills in England, extending from the Cheviot Hills in the north to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennines",1,1,1 ], "the River Trent in the south: forms the watershed for the main rivers of N England|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvania Dutch",1,1,1 ], "a dialect of German spoken in E Pennsylvania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvania Dutch",1,1,2 ], "(preceded by the; functioning as pl|) a group of German-speaking people in E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvania Dutch",1,1,2 ], "Pennsylvania, descended from 18th-century settlers from SW Germany and Switzerland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvania",1,1,1 ], "116,462 sq| km (44,966 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvania",1,1,1 ], "Allegheny Plateau to the west and a plain in the southeast; the second most important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvania",1,1,1 ], "U|S| state for manufacturing| Capital: Harrisburg| Pop|: 11,793,909 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvania",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|: almost wholly in the Appalachians, with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvanian",1,1,1 ], "of the state of Pennsylvania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvanian",1,1,2 ], "(in North America) of, denoting, or formed in the upper of two divisions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvanian",1,1,2 ], "the Carboniferous period (see also Mississippian ,2), which lasted 30 million" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvanian",1,1,2 ], "years, during which coal measures were formed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvanian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of the state of Pennsylvania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvanian",1,2,2 ], "(preceded by the) the Pennsylvanian period or rock system, equivalent to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pennsylvanian",1,2,2 ], "Upper Carboniferous of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penny Black",1,1,1 ], "stamp bearing the profile of Queen Victoria on a dark background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penny Black",1,1,1 ], "the first adhesive postage stamp, issued in Britain in 1840; an imperforate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penn|",1,1,1 ], "Pennsylvania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penrith",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NW England, in Cumbria| Pop|: 11,299 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentagon",1,1,1 ], "of the U|S| armed forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pentagon",1,1,1 ], "the five-sided building in Arlington, Virginia, that houses the headquarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentagon",1,1,2 ], "the military leadership of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentateuch",1,1,1 ], "the first five books of the Old Testament regarded as a unity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecost",1,1,1 ], "Holy Ghost on the apostles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecost",1,1,1 ], "a Christian festival occurring on Whit Sunday commemorating the descent of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecost",1,1,2 ], "another name for Feast of Weeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecost",1,1,2,1 ], "second day of Passover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecost",1,1,2,1 ], "the Jewish harvest festival of Weeks occurring on the fiftieth day after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecost",1,1,2,2 ], "another name for Shabuoth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecostal",1,1,1 ], "charismatic aspects of Christianity and adopt a fundamental attitude to the Bible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecostal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any of various Christian groups that emphasize the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecostal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Pentecost or the influence of the Holy Ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentecostal",1,2,1 ], "a member of a Pentecostal Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentelikon",1,1,1 ], "Athens are made| Height: 1109 m (3638 ft|)| Latin name: Pentelicus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pentelikon",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SE Greece, near Athens: famous for its white marble, worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentelikon",1,1,1 ], "regularly from the 6th century b|c|, from which the chief buildings and sculptures in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penthesileia",1,1,1 ], "She was slain by Achilles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penthesileia",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of Ares and queen of the Amazons, who she led to the aid of Troy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentheus",1,1,1 ], "introduction of the cult of Dionysus| In revenge the god drove him mad and he was torn to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pentheus",1,1,1 ], "pieces by a group of Bacchantes, one of whom was his mother" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pentheus",1,1,1 ], "the grandson of Cadmus and his successor as king of Thebes, who resisted the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentland Firth",1,1,1 ], "a channel between the mainland of N Scotland and the Orkney Islands: notorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pentland Firth",1,1,1 ], "for rough seas| Length: 32 km (20 miles)| Width: up to 13 km (8 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pentothal sodium",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for thiopentone sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penutian",1,1,1 ], "a family or stock of North American Indian languages of the Pacific coast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penutian",1,1,1 ], "related to Chinookan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Penza",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union: manufacturing centre| Pop|: 426,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penzance",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW England, in SW Cornwall: the westernmost town in England; resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Penzance",1,1,1 ], "and fishing port| Pop|: 19,352 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pen|",1,1,1 ], "Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "People's Party",1,1,1 ], "the political party of the Populists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peoria",1,1,1 ], "a port in N central Illinois, on the Illinois River| Pop|: 127,898 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peoria",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pepin the Short",1,1,1 ], "died 768 a|d|, king of the Franks (751-768); son of Charles Martel and father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pepin the Short",1,1,1 ], "dynasty" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pepin the Short",1,1,1 ], "of Charlemagne| He deposed the Merovingian king (751) and founded the Carolingian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pepys",1,1,1 ], "1633-1703, English diarist and naval administrator| His diary, which covers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pepys",1,1,1 ], "Great Plague, the Fire of London, and the intrusion of the Dutch fleet up the Thames" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pepys",1,1,1 ], "the period 1660-69, is a vivid account of London life through such disasters as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pequot",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living in S New England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pequot",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Per",1,1,1 ], "Juan Domingo ($xwan do!mi&ngo)| 1895-1974, Argentine soldier and statesman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Per",1,1,1 ], "president (1946-55; 1973-74)| He was deposed in 1955, remaining in exile until 1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Per",1,1,2 ], "his third wife Maria Estella (ma!ria es!tela), known as Isabel| born 1930," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Per",1,1,2 ], "president of Argentina (1974-76); deposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Per",1,1,3 ], "(1946-52)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Per",1,1,3 ], "(Mar''ia) Eva (Duarte) de Peron , known as Evita|Second wife of Juan Domingo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Per",1,1,3 ], "Peron| 1919-52, Argentine film actress: active in politics and social welfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pera",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Beyovglu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peraea",1,1,1 ], "a region of ancient Palestine, east of the River Jordan and the Dead Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perak",1,1,1 ], "Ipoh| Pop|: 1,561,184 (1970)| Area: 20,680 sq| km (8030 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perak",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW West Malaysia, on the Strait of Malacca: tin-mining| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perceval",1,1,1 ], "1762-1812, British statesman; prime minister (1809-12); assassinated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Percheron",1,1,1 ], "a compact heavy breed of carthorse, grey or black in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Percival",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) a knight in King Arthur's court| German equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Percival",1,1,1 ], "Parzival" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Percy",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry, called Harry Hotspur| 1364-1403, English rebel, who was killed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Percy",1,1,1 ], "leading an army against Henry IV" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Percy",1,1,2 ], "English Poetry (1765) stimulated the interest of Romantic writers in old English and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Percy",1,1,2 ], "Scottish ballads" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Percy",1,1,2 ], "Thomas| 1729-1811, English bishop and antiquary| His Reliques of Ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perdido",1,1,1 ], "French name: (Mont)Perdu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perdido",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NE Spain, in the central Pyrenees| Height: 3352 m (10,997 ft|)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perdu",1,1,1 ], "the French name for (Monte)Perdido" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pereira",1,1,1 ], "174,128 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pereira",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central Colombia: cattle trading and coffee processing| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pergamum",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in NW Asia Minor, in Mysia: capital of a major Hellenistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pergamum",1,1,1 ], "monarchy of the same name that later became a Roman province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pergamum",1,1,2 ], "the ancient name for Bergama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pergolesi" ,1, 1, 1],"1710-36, Italian composer: his works include the operetta",1). c_DEF([ "Pergolesi" ,1, 1, 2],"and the Stabat Mater (1736) for women's voices|",1). c_DEF([ "Periclean",1,1,1 ], "and artistic leader of the Greek city-states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Periclean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Pericles or to the period when Athens was the intellectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pericles",1,1,1 ], "Peloponnesian War (431-404) successfully until his death" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pericles",1,1,1 ], "about 460, he was responsible for the construction of the Parthenon| He conducted the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pericles",1,1,1 ], "contributed greatly to Athens' political and cultural supremacy in Greece| In power from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pericles",1,1,1 ], "died 429 b|c|, Athenian statesman and leader of the popular party, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perigordian",1,1,1 ], "esp| in France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perigordian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of an Upper Palaeolithic culture in Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perigordian",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by the) the Perigordian culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peripatetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the teachings of Aristotle, who used to teach philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peripatetic",1,1,1 ], "while walking about the Lyceum in ancient Athens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peripatetic",1,2,1 ], "a student of Aristotelianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perkin's mauve",1,1,1 ], "another name for mauve (the dye)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perlis",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW West Malaysia, on the Andaman Sea: a dependency of Thailand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perlis",1,1,1 ], "until 1909| Capital: Kangar| Pop|: 120,996 (1970)| Area: 803 sq| km (310 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perm",1,1,1 ], "a port in the central Soviet Union, on the Kama River: oil refinery;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perm",1,1,1 ], "university (1916)| Pop|: 939,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (1940-62): Molotov" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Permanent Court of Arbitration",1,1,1 ], "the official name of the Hague Tribunal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Permian",1,1,1 ], "Carboniferous and Triassic periods, which lasted for 45,000,000 years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Permian",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the last period of the Palaeozoic era, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Permian",1,2,1 ], "the| the Permian period or rock system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pernambuco",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Brazil, on the Atlantic: consists of a humid coastal plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pernambuco",1,1,1 ], "rising to a high inland plateau| Capital: Recife| Pop|: 5,160,640 (1970)| Area: 98,280" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pernambuco",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (37,946 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pernambuco",1,1,2 ], "the former name of Recife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pernik",1,1,1 ], "Former name (1949-62): Dimitrovo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pernik",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in W Bulgaria, on the Struma River| Pop|: 79,335 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pernod",1,1,1 ], "an aniseed-flavoured aperitif from France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perpignan",1,1,1 ], "a town in S France: historic capital of Roussillon| Pop|: 107,971 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perrault" ,1, 1, 1],"1628-1703, French author, noted for his",1). c_DEF([ "Perrault" ,1, 1, 2],"Sleeping Beauty|",2). c_DEF([ "Perrault" ,1, 1, 2],"which contains the fairytales Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, and The",1). c_DEF([ "Perrin",1,1,1 ], "1870-1942, French physicist, noted for his work on cathode rays: Nobel prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perrin",1,1,1 ], "for physics 1926" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perry",1,1,1 ], "Matthew Calbraith| 1794-1858, U|S| naval officer, who led a naval expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perry",1,1,1 ], "to Japan that obtained a treaty (1854) opening up Japan to western trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perry",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Oliver Hazard| 1785-1819, U|S| naval officer: defeated a British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perry",1,1,2 ], "squadron on Lake Erie (1813)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perseid",1,1,1 ], "any member of a meteor shower occurring annually during early August and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perseid",1,1,1 ], "appearing to radiate from a point in the constellation Perseus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persephone",1,1,1 ], "Proserpina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Persephone",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of Zeus and Demeter, abducted by Hades and made his wife and queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persephone",1,1,1 ], "of the underworld, but allowed part of each year to leave it| Roman counterpart:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persepolis",1,1,1 ], "founded by Darius; sacked by Alexander the Great in 330 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persepolis",1,1,1 ], "the capital of ancient Persia in the Persian Empire and under the Seleucids:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perseus" ,2, 2, 1],"Cassiopeia and crossed by the Milky Way|It contains the eclipsing binary, Algol",2). c_DEF([ "Perseus" ,2, 2, 1],"a conspicuous constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Auriga and",1). c_DEF([ "Perseus",1,1,1 ], "a son of Zeus and Danae, who with Athena's help slew the Gorgon Medusa and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perseus",1,1,1 ], "rescued Andromeda from a sea monster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pershing",1,1,1 ], "American Expeditionary Force in Europe (1917-19)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pershing",1,1,1 ], "nickname Black Jack| 1860-1948, U|S| general| He was commander in chief of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persia",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1935) of Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persia",1,1,2 ], "another name for Persian Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian Empire",1,1,1 ], "India to Europe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Persian Empire",1,1,1 ], "overthrown by Alexander the Great in the 4th century b|c|At its height it extended from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persian Empire",1,1,1 ], "the S Asian empire established by Cyrus the Great in the 6th century b|c| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian Gulf",1,1,1 ], "Arabian Sea by the Strait of Hormus and the Gulf of Oman; important for the oilfields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persian Gulf",1,1,1 ], "a shallow arm of the Arabian Sea between SW Iran and Arabia: linked with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian Gulf",1,1,1 ], "on its shores| Area: 233,000 sq| km (90,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Persian blinds",1,1,1 ], "another term for persiennes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian carpet",1,1,1 ], "a carpet or rug made in Persia or other countries of the Near East by knotting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian carpet",1,1,1 ], "flowing or geometric designs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Persian carpet",1,1,1 ], "silk or wool yarn by hand onto a woven backing, characterized by rich colours and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persian cat",1,1,1 ], "a long-haired variety of domestic cat with a stocky body, round face, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian cat",1,1,1 ], "short thick legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persian lamb",1,1,1 ], "a black loosely curled fur obtained from the skin of the karakul lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian lamb",1,1,2 ], "a karakul lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian melon",1,1,1 ], "another name for winter melon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Persia or modern Iran, their inhabitants, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian",1,2,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of modern Iran; an Iranian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian",1,2,2 ], "a member of an Indo-European people of West Iranian speech who established a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persian",1,2,2 ], "great empire in SW Asia in the 6th century b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persian",1,2,3 ], "belonging to the West Iranian branch of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Persian",1,2,3 ], "the language of Iran or Persia in any of its ancient or modern forms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Persis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of SW Iran: homeland of the Achamenid dynasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Person",1,1,1 ], "and the Third Person, the Holy Ghost" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Person",1,1,1 ], "any of the three hypostases existing as distinct in the one God and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Person",1,1,1 ], "constituting the Trinity| They are the First Person, the Father, the Second Person, the Son," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perspectivism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that reality can only be known from several given points of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perspectivism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that only aspects of reality, never the whole, can be known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perspex",1,1,1 ], "any of various clear acrylic resins, used chiefly as a substitute for glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pers|",1,1,1 ], "Persia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perth",1,1,1 ], "12th century until the assassination of James I here in 1437| Pop|: 43,051 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perth",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Scotland, on the River Tay: capital of Scotland from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perth",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county of central Scotland, now part of Central and Tayside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perth",1,1,2 ], "regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perth",1,1,3 ], "a city in SW Australia, capital of Western Australia, on the Swan River: major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perth",1,1,3 ], "industrial centre; University of Western Australia (1911)| Pop|: 787,300 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peru Current",1,1,1 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peru Current",1,1,1 ], "a cold ocean current flowing northwards off the Pacific coast of South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peru",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Lima| Pop|: 13,538,208 (1972)| Area: 1,285,215 sq| km (496,222 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Peru",1,1,1 ], "Empire when conquered by the Spanish in 1532; gained independence in 1824 by defeating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peru",1,1,1 ], "Official languages: Spanish and Quechua| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: sol|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Peru",1,1,1 ], "Spanish forces with armies led by San Martin and Bolivar; consists of a coastal desert," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peru",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W South America, on the Pacific: the centre of the great Inca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peru",1,1,1 ], "rising to the Andes; an important exporter of minerals and a major fishing nation|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Perugia",1,1,1 ], "(15th century); university (1308); Etruscan and Roman remains| Pop|: 135,011 (1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perugia",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Italy, in Umbria: centre of the Umbrian school of painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perugia",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Ancient name: Perusia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Perugia",1,1,2 ], "Lake| another name for (Lake)Trasimene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perugino",1,1,1 ], "His works include the fresco Christ giving the Keys to Peter in the Sistine Chapel," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Perugino",1,1,1 ], "Rome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Perugino",1,1,1 ], "original name Pietro Vannucci| 1446-1523, Italian painter; master of Raphael|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perutz",1,1,1 ], "born 1914, British biochemist, born in Austria| With J| C| Kendrew, he worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Perutz",1,1,1 ], "on the structure of haemoglobin and shared the Nobel prize for chemistry (1962)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peruvian bark",1,1,1 ], "another name for cinchona ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peruzzi",1,1,1 ], "1481-1536, Italian architect and painter of the High Renaissance| The design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peruzzi",1,1,1 ], "of the Palazzo Massimo, Rome, is attributed to him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pesach",1,1,1 ], "another word for Passover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pesaro",1,1,1 ], "84,373 (1971)| Ancient name: Pisaurum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pesaro",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in E central Italy, in the Marches on the Adriatic| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pescadores",1,1,1 ], "a group of 64 islands in Formosa Strait, separated from Taiwan (to which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pescadores",1,1,1 ], "belongs) by the Pescadores Channel|Pop|: 118,355 (1972 est|)| Area: 127 sq| km (49 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pescadores",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Chinese name: P'eng-hu" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pescara",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in E central Italy, on the Adriatic| Pop|: 132,458 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pescara",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peshawar",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 268,366 (1972)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peshawar",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Pakistan, at the E end of the Khyber Pass: one of the oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peshawar",1,1,1 ], "cities in Pakistan and capital of the ancient kingdom of Gandhara; university (1950)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peshitta",1,1,1 ], "the principal Syriac version of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pestalozzi",1,1,1 ], "1746-1827, Swiss educational reformer|His emphasis on learning by observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pestalozzi",1,1,1 ], "exerted a wide influence on elementary education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peter I",1,1,1 ], "founded the new capital of St| Petersburg (1703)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Peter I",1,1,1 ], "known as Peter the Great| 1672-1725, tsar of Russia (1682-1725), who assumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter I",1,1,1 ], "sole power in 1689| He introduced many reforms in government, technology, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peter I",1,1,1 ], "western European ideas| He also acquired new territories for Russia in the Baltic and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peter III",1,1,1 ], "1728-62, grandson of Peter I and tsar of Russia (1762): deposed in a coup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter III",1,1,1 ], "d'etat led by his wife (later Catherine II); assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peter Pan collar",1,1,1 ], "a collar on a round neck, having two rounded ends at the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter Pan",1,1,1 ], "a youthful, boyish, or immature man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter Principle",1,1,1 ], "the theory, usually taken facetiously, that all members in a hierarchy rise to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter Principle",1,1,1 ], "their own level of incompetence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peter the Hermit",1,1,1 ], "1050-1115, French monk and preacher of the First Crusade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter",1,1,1 ], "died 67 a|d|, a fisherman of Bethsaida, who became leader of the apostles and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter",1,1,1 ], "is regarded by Roman Catholics as the first pope; probably martyred at Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peter",1,1,2 ], "Epistle and The Second Epistle of Peter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peter",1,1,2 ], "either of two epistles traditionally ascribed to Peter (in full The First" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter's pence",1,1,1 ], "an annual tax, originally of one penny, formerly levied for the maintenance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter's pence",1,1,1 ], "the Papal See: abolished by Henry VIII in 1534" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peter's pence",1,1,2 ], "a voluntary contribution made by Roman Catholics in many countries for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peter's pence",1,1,2 ], "same purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peterborough",1,1,1 ], "a city in central England, in N Cambridgeshire on the River Nene: industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peterborough",1,1,1 ], "centre; under development as a new town since 1968| Pop|: 87,493 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peterborough",1,1,2 ], "Northamptonshire since 1965" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Peterborough",1,1,2 ], "Soke of| a former administrative county of Northamptonshire: part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peterborough",1,1,3 ], "a city in SE Canada, in SE Ontario: manufacturing centre| Pop|: 58,111 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peterlee",1,1,1 ], "a new town in Co| Durham, founded in 1968| Pop|: 21,836 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peterloo Massacre",1,1,1 ], "an incident at St| Peter's Fields, Manchester, in 1819 in which a radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peterloo Massacre",1,1,1 ], "deaths" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Peterloo Massacre",1,1,1 ], "meeting was broken up by a cavalry charge, resulting in about 500 injuries and 11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petermann Peak",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in E Greenland| Height: 2932 m (9645 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petersburg",1,1,1 ], "(1864-65) during the final months of the American Civil War| Pop|: 36,103 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petersburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Virginia, on the Appomattox River: scene of prolonged fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Peterson" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1925, Canadian jazz pianist and singer, who led his own trio from the",1). c_DEF([ "Peterson" ,1, 1, 1],"early 1950s",2). c_DEF([ "Petfi",1,1,1 ], "1823-49, Hungarian lyric poet and patriot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petra",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in the south of present-day Jordan; capital of the Nabataean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petra",1,1,1 ], "kingdom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrarch",1,1,1 ], "Italian name Francesco Petrarca| 1304-74, Italian lyric poet and scholar, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrarch",1,1,1 ], "greatly influenced the values of the Renaissance| His collection of poems Canzoniere," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrarch",1,1,1 ], "inspired by his ideal love for Laura, was written in the Tuscan dialect| He also wrote" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Petrarch",1,1,1 ], "much in Latin, esp| the epic poem Africa (1341) and the Secretum (1342), a spiritual" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Petrarch",1,1,1 ], "self-analysis" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Petrarchan sonnet",1,1,1 ], "a sonnet form associated with the poet Petrarch, having an octave rhyming a b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrarchan sonnet",1,1,1 ], "b a a b b a and a sestet rhyming either c d e c d e or c d c d c d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petri dish",1,1,1 ], "a shallow circular flat-bottomed dish, often with a fitting cover, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petri dish",1,1,1 ], "laboratories, esp| for producing cultures of microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrie",1,1,1 ], "Sir (William Matthew)Flinders| 1853-1942, English Egyptologist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrie",1,1,1 ], "archaeologist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrified Forest",1,1,1 ], "170,000,000 years old" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrified Forest",1,1,1 ], "a national park in E Arizona, containing petrified coniferous trees about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrine",1,1,1 ], "etc|, attributed to him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to St| Peter, his position of leadership, or the epistles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrine",1,1,2 ], "having inherited from St| Peter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrine",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the supremacy in the Church that the pope is regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrograd",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1914-24) of Leningrad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petronius",1,1,1 ], "known as Petronius Arbiter| died 66 a|d|, Roman satirist, supposed author of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petronius",1,1,1 ], "the Satyricon, a picaresque account of the licentiousness of contemporary society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petropavlovsk",1,1,1 ], "193,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petropavlovsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the N Kazakh SSR on the Ishim River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrosian",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, Soviet chess player world champion (1963-69)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrovsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1921) of Makhachkala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrozavodsk",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 210,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Petrozavodsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the NW Soviet Union, capital of the Karelian ASSR, on Lake Onega:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petrozavodsk",1,1,1 ], "developed around ironworks established by Peter the Great in 1703; university (1940)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Petrpolis",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, north of Rio de Janeiro: resort| Pop|: 116,080 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petsamo",1,1,1 ], "a former territory of N Finland ceded by the Soviet Union to Finland in 1920" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Petsamo",1,1,1 ], "and taken back in 1940; now part of the northwest RSFSR" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pet|",1,1,1 ], "Peter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pevsner",1,1,1 ], "Antoine | 1886-1962, French constructivist sculptor and painter, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pevsner",1,1,1 ], "Russia; brother of Naum Gabo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pevsner",1,1,2 ], "Nikolaus | born 1903, British architectural historian, born in Germany: his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pevsner",1,1,2 ], "monumental series Buildings of England (1951-74) describes every structure of account in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pevsner",1,1,2 ], "the country" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pfalz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for the Palatinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pforzheim",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in W Baden-Wurttemberg: centre of the German watch and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pforzheim",1,1,1 ], "jewellery industry| Pop|: 91,100 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pg|",1,1,1 ], "Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pg|",1,1,2 ], "Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ph",1,1,1 ], "chemical symbol for phenyl group or radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phaeacian",1,1,1 ], "on his way home from the Trojan War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phaeacian",1,1,1 ], "one of a race of people inhabiting the island of Scheria visited by Odysseus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phaedra",1,1,1 ], "because he spurned her amorous advances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phaedra",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Theseus, who falsely accused her stepson Hippolytus of raping her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phaedrus",1,1,1 ], "15 b|c|-50 a|d|, Roman author of five books of Latin verse fables, based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phaedrus",1,1,1 ], "chiefly on Aesop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phaethon",1,1,1 ], "by striking him down with a thunderbolt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Phaethon",1,1,1 ], "set the earth on fire by approaching too close to it| Zeus averted the catastrophe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phaethon",1,1,1 ], "the son of Helios (the sun god) who borrowed his father's chariot and nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phagedaena",1,1,1 ], "a rapidly spreading ulcer that destroys tissues as it increases in size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phanerozoic",1,1,1 ], "Cenozoic eras" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phanerozoic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to rock strata, fauna, etc|, of the Palaeozoic, Mesozoic, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharaoh ant",1,1,1 ], "a small yellowish-red ant, Monomorium pharaonis, of warm regions: accidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharaoh ant",1,1,1 ], "introduced into many countries, infesting heated buildings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pharaoh",1,1,1 ], "the title of the ancient Egyptian kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisaic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Pharisees or Pharisaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisaic",1,1,2 ], "righteously hypocritical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisaism",1,1,1 ], "the tenets and customs of the Pharisees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisaism",1,1,2 ], "hypocrisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisaism",1,1,2 ], "observance of the external forms of religion without genuine belief;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisee",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Jewish sect that was opposed to the Sadducees, teaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisee",1,1,1 ], "coming of the Messiah" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisee",1,1,1 ], "strict observance of Jewish traditions and believing in life after death and in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pharisee",1,1,2 ], "a self-righteous or hypocritical person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharos",1,1,1 ], "a large Hellenistic lighthouse built on an island off Alexandria in Egypt in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharos",1,1,1 ], "about 280 b|c| and destroyed by an earthquake in the 14th century: usually included" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pharos",1,1,1 ], "among the Seven Wonders of the World" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pharsalus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town in Thessaly in N Greece| Several major battles were fought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pharsalus",1,1,1 ], "nearby, including Caesar's victory over Pompey (48 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phebe",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Phoebe ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pheidippides",1,1,1 ], "Athenian athlete, who ran to Sparta to seek help against the Persians before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pheidippides",1,1,1 ], "the Battle of Marathon (490 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phi Beta Kappa",1,1,1 ], "a national honorary society, founded in 1776, membership of which is based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phi Beta Kappa",1,1,1 ], "high academic ability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phi Beta Kappa",1,1,2 ], "a member of this society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phidias",1,1,1 ], "5th-century b|c| Greek sculptor, regarded as one of the greatest of sculptors|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phidias",1,1,1 ], "He executed the sculptures of the Parthenon and the colossal statue of Zeus at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phidias",1,1,1 ], "Olympia, one of the Seven Wonders of the World: neither survives in the original" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Phidippides",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Pheidippides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philadelphia",1,1,1 ], "(1790-1800); scene of the Continental Congresses (1774-83) and the signing of the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Philadelphia",1,1,1 ], "Declaration of Independence (1776)| Pop|: 1,861,719 (1973 est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Philadelphia",1,1,1 ], "Schuylkill Rivers: the fourth largest city in the U|S|; founded by Quakers in 1682;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philadelphia",1,1,1 ], "a city and port in SE Pennsylvania, at the confluence of the Delaware and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philadelphia",1,1,1 ], "cultural and financial centre of the American colonies and the federal capital" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Philae",1,1,1 ], "an island in Upper Egypt, in the Nile north of the Aswan Dam: of religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philae",1,1,1 ], "importance in ancient times; almost submerged since the raising of the level of the dam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philby",1,1,1 ], "called Kim| born 1912, English double agent; defected to Russia (1963)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philemon",1,1,1 ], "a Christian of Colossae whose escaped slave came to meet Paul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philemon",1,1,2 ], "Philemon to forgive the slave for escaping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philemon",1,1,2 ], "the book (in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to Philemon), asking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philemon",2,1,1 ], "Zeus and Hermes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philemon",2,1,1 ], "a poor Phrygian, who with his wife Baucis offered hospitality to the disguised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philem|",1,1,1 ], "Philemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip II",1,1,1 ], "382-36 b|c|, king of Macedonia (359-36); the father of Alexander the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip II",1,1,2 ], "called Philip Augustus| 1165-1223, Capetian king of France (1180-1223); set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip II",1,1,2 ], "out on the Third Crusade with Richard I of England (1190)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip II",1,1,3 ], "1527-98, king of Spain (1556-98) and king of Portugal (1580-98) as Philip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip II",1,1,3 ], "I;the husband of Mary I of England (1554-58)| He championed the Counter-Reformation," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip II",1,1,3 ], "sending the Armada against England (1588)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Philip IV",1,1,1 ], "(the beginning of the Babylonian captivity of the papacy)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Philip IV",1,1,1 ], "called the Fair| 1268-1314, king of France (1285-1314): he challenged the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip IV",1,1,1 ], "power of the papacy, obtaining the elevation of Clement V as pope residing at Avignon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip V",1,1,1 ], "1683-1746, king of Spain (1700-46) and founder of the Bourbon dynasty in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip V",1,1,1 ], "Spain| His accession began the War of Spanish Succession (1701-13)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip VI",1,1,1 ], "1293-1350, first Valois king of France (1328-50)| Edward III of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip VI",1,1,1 ], "Years' War (1337)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Philip VI",1,1,1 ], "claimed his throne, which with other disputes led to the beginning of the Hundred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip the Good",1,1,1 ], "1396-1467, duke of Burgundy (1419-67), under whose rule Burgundy was one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip the Good",1,1,1 ], "the most powerful states in Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,1,1 ], "an apostle from Bethsaida (John 1:43-51; 6:5-7; 12:21; 14:8)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,1,2 ], "Philip the Evangelist| one of the seven deacons appointed by the early Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,1,3 ], "Philip the Tetrarch| one of the sons of Herod the Great, who was ruler of part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,1,3 ], "of former Judaea (4 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,2 ], "(1675-76) and was killed in battle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,2 ], "King, American Indian name Metacomet| died 1676, American Indian chief, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,2 ], "son of Massasoit| He waged King Philip's War against the colonists of New England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philip",1,1,3 ], "Prince| another name for the (Duke of)Edinburgh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippeville",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Skikda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippi",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in NE Macedonia: scene of the victory of Antony and Octavian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippi",1,1,1 ], "over Brutus and Cassius (42 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philippians",1,1,1 ], "a book of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippians",1,1,2 ], "(in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Philippians)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippics",1,1,1 ], "Demosthenes' orations against Philip of Macedon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippics",1,1,2 ], "Cicero's orations against Antony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippine Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the NW Pacific Ocean, east and north of the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippine mahogany",1,1,1 ], "any of various Philippine hardwood trees of the genus Shorea and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippine mahogany",1,1,1 ], "genera: family Dipterocarpaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philippines",1,1,1 ], "(including Luzon, Mindanao, Samar, and Negros): became a Spanish colony in 1571 but ceded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philippines",1,1,1 ], "36,684,486 (1970)| Area: 299,765 sq| km (115,740 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Philippines",1,1,1 ], "English| Religion: chiefly Roman Catholic| Currency: peso| Capital: Quezon City| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Philippines",1,1,1 ], "The islands are generally mountainous and volcanic| Languages: chiefly Tagalog and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Philippines",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Asia, occupying an archipelago of about 7100 islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philippines",1,1,1 ], "to the U|S| in 1898 after the Spanish-American War; gained independence in 1946|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Philippopolis",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Greek name for Plovdiv" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philips",1,1,1 ], "1674-1749, English pastoral poet and dramatist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philistia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country on the coast of SW Palestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philistine",1,1,1 ], "a person who is unreceptive to or hostile towards culture, the arts, etc|; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philistine",1,1,1 ], "smug boorish person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philistine",1,1,2 ], "a member of the non-Semitic people who inhabited ancient Philistia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philistine",1,2,1 ], "boorishly uncultured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philistine",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the ancient Philistines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phillip",1,1,1 ], "1738-1814, English naval commander; captain general of the First Fleet, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phillip",1,1,1 ], "Wales" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Phillip",1,1,1 ], "carried convicts from Portsmouth to Sydney Cove, Australia, where he founded New South" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phillips",1,1,1 ], "Anne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phillips",1,1,1 ], "Captain Mark| born 1948, English three-day-event horseman; husband of Princess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philo Judaeus",1,1,1 ], "20 b|c|-54 a|d|, Jewish philosopher, born in Alexandria| He sought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philo Judaeus",1,1,1 ], "reconcile Judaism with Greek philosophy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philoctetes",1,1,1 ], "a hero of the Trojan War, in which he killed Paris with the bow and poisoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philoctetes",1,1,1 ], "arrows given to him by Hercules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Philomela",1,1,1 ], "an Athenian princess, who was raped and had her tongue cut out by her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Philomela",1,1,1 ], "brother-in-law Tereus, and subsequently was transformed into a nightingale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phil|",1,1,1 ], "Philippians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phil|",1,1,2 ], "Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phil|",1,1,3 ], "Philadelphia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phiz",1,1,1 ], "illustrations for Dickens' novels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phiz",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Hablot Knight Browne| 1815-82, English painter, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phlegethon",1,1,1 ], "a river of fire in Hades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phnom Penh",1,1,1 ], "468,900 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Phnom Penh",1,1,1 ], "and Tonle Sap Rivers: capital of the country since 1865; university (1960)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phnom Penh",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Cambodia, a port in the south at the confluence of the Mekong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phobos",1,1,1 ], "Approximate diameter: 23 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phobos",1,1,1 ], "the larger of the two satellites of Mars and the closer to the planet|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phocaea",1,1,1 ], "an ancient port in Asia Minor, the northernmost of Ionian cities on the W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phocaea",1,1,1 ], "coast of Asia Minor: an important maritime state (about 1000-600 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phocis",1,1,1 ], "Delphic oracle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phocis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient district of central Greece, on the Gulf of Corinth: site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoebe",1,1,1 ], "a Titaness, who later became identified with Artemis (Diana) as goddess of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoebe",1,1,1 ], "moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phoebe",1,1,2 ], "a personification of the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoebe",2,1,1 ], "planet| It has retrograde motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phoebe",2,1,1 ], "the smallest of the nine satellites of Saturn and the furthest from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoebus",1,1,1 ], "Apollo as the sun god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoebus",1,1,2 ], "a personification of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenicia",1,1,1 ], "Lebanon Mountains, now occupied by the coastal regions of Lebanon and parts of Syria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenicia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient maritime country extending from the Mediterranean Sea to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenicia",1,1,1 ], "and 1000 b|c|, that were leading traders of the ancient world" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenicia",1,1,1 ], "and Israel: consisted of a group of city-states, at their height between about 1200" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenician",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenician",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Semitic people of NW Syria who dominated the trade of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenician",1,1,1 ], "the ancient world in the first millennium b|c| and founded colonies throughout the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenician",1,1,2 ], "Semitic subfamily of the Afro-Asiatic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenician",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, belonging to the Canaanitic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenician",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Phoenicia, the Phoenicians, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenix Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of eight coral islands in the central Pacific: administratively part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenix Islands",1,1,1 ], "of the Gilbert Islands| Pop|: 2192 (1968)| Area: 28 sq| km (11 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenix",2,1,1 ], "637,121 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phoenix",2,1,1 ], "a city in central Arizona, capital city of the state, on the Salt River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phomvihane",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, Laotian Communist statesman prime minister of Laos since 1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phosphorus",1,1,1 ], "a morning star, esp| Venus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Photofit",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of combining photographs of facial features, hair, etc|, into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Photofit",1,1,1,1 ], "composite picture of a face: used by the police to trace suspects, criminals, etc|, from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Photofit",1,1,1,1 ], "witnesses' descriptions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Photofit",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Photostat",1,1,1 ], "a machine or process used to make quick positive or negative photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Photostat",1,1,1 ], "copies of written, printed, or graphic matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Photostat",1,1,2 ], "any copy made by such a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Photostat",1,2,1 ], "to make a Photostat copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrixus",1,1,1 ], "mistress, Ino, by flying to Colchis on a winged ram with a golden fleece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phrixus",1,1,1 ], "the son of Athamas and Nephele who escaped the wrath of his father's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country of W central Asia Minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian cap",1,1,1 ], "a conical cap of soft material worn during ancient times that became a symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian cap",1,1,1 ], "of liberty during the French Revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Phrygia, its inhabitants, or their extinct language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,1,2 ], "from E to E" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an authentic mode represented by the natural diatonic scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,1,3 ], "(of a cadence) denoting a progression that leads a piece of music out of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,1,3 ], "major key and ends on the dominant chord of the relative minor key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of ancient Phrygia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,2,2 ], "Indo-European family: recorded in a few inscriptions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Phrygian",1,2,2 ], "an ancient language of Phrygia, belonging to the Thraco-Phrygian branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Phyfe",1,1,1 ], "1768-1854, U|S| cabinet maker, born in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ph|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piacenza",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Italy, in Emilia-Romagna on the River Po| Pop|: 108,775 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piacenza",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Latin name: Placentia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piaf",1,1,1 ], "French singer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piaf",1,1,1 ], "known as the Little Sparrow| original name Edith Giovanna Gassion| 1915-63," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piaget",1,1,1 ], "born 1896, Swiss psychologist, noted for his work on the development of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piaget",1,1,1 ], "cognitive functions in children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pianola",1,1,1 ], "a type of mechanical piano in which the keys are depressed by air pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pianola",1,1,1 ], "from bellows, this air flow being regulated by perforations in a paper roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piaui",1,1,1 ], "Area: 250,934 sq| km (96,886 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Piaui",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Brazil, on the Atlantic: rises to a semiarid plateau, with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piaui",1,1,1 ], "more humid Paranaiba valley in the west| Capital: Teresina| Pop|: 1,680,573 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piave",1,1,1 ], "220 km (137 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Piave",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE Italy, rising near the border with Austria and flowing south and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piave",1,1,1 ], "southeast to the Adriatic: the main line of Italian defence during World War I| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Picard",1,1,1 ], "1620-82, French astronomer|He was the first to make a precise measurement of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Picard",1,1,1 ], "longitude line, enabling him to estimate the earth's radius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Picardy third",1,1,1 ], "a major chord used in the final chord of a piece of music in the minor mode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Picardy",1,1,1 ], "I| French name: Picardie (pikar!di)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Picardy",1,1,1 ], "a region of N France: mostly low-lying; scene of heavy fighting in World War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Picasso" ,1, 1, 1],"1881-1973, Spanish painter and sculptor, resident in France: a highly",1). c_DEF([ "Picasso" ,1, 1, 1],"artist, his works include",3). c_DEF([ "Picasso" ,1, 1, 1],"influential figure in 20th-century art and a founder, with Braque, of cubism| A prolific",2). c_DEF([ "Picasso" ,1, 1, 2],"belonging to his blue period; the first cubist painting Les Demoiselles",1). c_DEF([ "Picasso" ,1, 1, 2],"d'Avignon (1907); Three Dancers (1925), which appeared in the first surrealist",2). c_DEF([ "Picasso" ,1, 1, 2],"exhibition; and Guernica (1937), inspired by an event in the Spanish Civil War|",3). c_DEF([ "Piccadilly",1,1,1 ], "Corner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piccadilly",1,1,1 ], "one of the main streets of London, running from Piccadilly Circus to Hyde Park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piccard",1,1,1 ], "Auguste (o!gyst)| 1884-1962, Swiss physicist, whose study of cosmic rays led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piccard",1,1,1 ], "to his pioneer balloon ascents in the stratosphere (1931-32)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piccard",1,1,2 ], "aeronautical engineer, born in Switzerland, noted for his balloon ascent into the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piccard",1,1,2 ], "his twin brother, Jean Felix (#fa fe!liks)| 1884-1963, U|S| chemist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piccard",1,1,2 ], "stratosphere (1934)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pickering",1,1,1 ], "Edward Charles| 1846-1919, U|S| astronomer, who invented the meridian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pickering",1,1,1 ], "photometer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pickering",1,1,2 ], "Pluto" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pickering",1,1,2 ], "his brother, William Henry| 1858-1938, U|S| astronomer, who discovered Phoebe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pickering",1,1,2 ], "the ninth satellite of Saturn, and predicted (1919) the existence and position of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pickford",1,1,1 ], "Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pickford",1,1,1 ], "original name Gladys Smith| born 1893, U|S| actress in silent films, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pickwickian",1,1,1 ], "Papers, esp| in being naive or benevolent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pickwickian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling Mr| Pickwick in Charles Dickens' The Pickwick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pickwickian",1,1,2 ], "(of the use or meaning of a word, etc|) odd or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pico della Mirandola",1,1,1 ], "Count Giovanni (d#fo!vanni)| 1463-94, Italian Platonist philosopher| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pico della Mirandola",1,1,1 ], "attempt to reconcile the ideas of classical, Christian, and Arabic writers in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pico della Mirandola",1,1,1 ], "collection of 900 theses, prefaced by his Oration on the Dignity of Man (1486), was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pico della Mirandola",1,1,1 ], "condemned by the pope" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pict",1,1,1 ], "a member of a pre-Celtic people of N Britain| Throughout Roman times the Picts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pict",1,1,1 ], "carried out border raids, esp| from Scotland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pictish",1,1,1 ], "certainly not an Indo-European language and was extinct by about 900 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pictish",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Picts, of which few records survive| It was almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piedmont" ,1, 1, 1],"Chief town: Turin| Pop|: 4,434,802 (1971)| Area: 25,399 sq| km (9807 sq| miles)|",2). c_DEF([ "Piedmont" ,1, 1, 1],"Italian name: Piemonte",3). c_DEF([ "Piedmont" ,1, 1, 1],"a region of NW Italy: consists of the upper Po Valley; mainly agricultural|",1). c_DEF([ "Piedmont" ,1, 1, 2],"Appalachian Mountains",2). c_DEF([ "Piedmont" ,1, 1, 2],"a low plateau of the eastern U|S|, between the coastal plain and the",1). c_DEF([ "Piemonte",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Piedmont ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierce",1,1,1 ], "1804-69, U|S| statesman; 14th president of the U|S| (1853-57)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pieria",1,1,1 ], "Pierian Spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pieria",1,1,1 ], "a region of ancient Macedonia, west of the Gulf of Salonika: site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierian Spring",1,1,1 ], "a sacred fountain in Pieria, in Greece, fabled to inspire those who drank from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierian Spring",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pierian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Muses or artistic or poetic inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Pieria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierides",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Muses (see Muse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierides",1,1,2 ], "and turned into magpies for their effrontery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pierides",1,1,2 ], "nine maidens of Thessaly, who were defeated in a singing contest by the Muses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piero Della Francesca",1,1,1 ], "1420-92, Italian painter, noted particularly for his frescoes of the Legend of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piero Della Francesca",1,1,1 ], "the True Cross in San Francesco, Arezzo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piero di Cosimo",1,1,1 ], "1462-1521, Italian painter, noted for his mythological works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierre",1,1,1 ], "a city in central South Dakota, capital of the state, on the Missouri River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierre",1,1,1 ], "the smallest state capital of the U|S| Pop|: 9699 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pierrot",1,1,1 ], "a male character from French pantomime with a whitened face, white costume," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pierrot",1,1,1 ], "and pointed hat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pierrot",1,1,2 ], "a clown or masquerader so made up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pietermaritzburg",1,1,1 ], "Boers: gateway to Natal's mountain resorts| Pop|: 112,666 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pietermaritzburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in E South Africa, capital of Natal province: founded in 1839 by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pietism",1,1,1 ], "a reform movement in the German Lutheran Churches during the 17th and 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pietism",1,1,1 ], "centuries that strived to renew the devotional ideal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pig Latin",1,1,1 ], "a secret language used by children in which any consonants at the beginning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pig Latin",1,1,1 ], "a word are placed at the end, followed by -ay;for example cathedral becomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pig Latin",1,1,1 ], "athedralcay" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pigmy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Pygmy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pikes Peak",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Colorado, in the Rockies| Height: 4300 m (14,109 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilate",1,1,1 ], "Jesus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pilate",1,1,1 ], "Roman procurator of Judaea (??26-??36 a|d|), who ordered the crucifixion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilatus",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Switzerland, in Unterwalden canton: derives its name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilatus",1,1,1 ], "from the legend that the body of Pontius Pilate lay in a former lake on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pilatus",1,1,1 ], "mountain| Height: 2122 m (6962 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pilcomayo",1,1,1 ], "Asuncion| Length: about 1600 km (1000 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pilcomayo",1,1,1 ], "a river in S central South America, rising in W central Bolivia and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilcomayo",1,1,1 ], "southeast, forming the border between Argentina and Paraguay, to the Paraguay River at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pilgrim Fathers",1,1,1 ], "founded Plymouth Colony in SE Massachusetts (1620)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pilgrim Fathers",1,1,1 ], "the English Puritans who sailed on the Mayflower to New England, where they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilgrimage of Grace",1,1,1 ], "a rebellion in 1536 in N England against the Reformation and Henry VIII's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilgrimage of Grace",1,1,1 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pillars of Hercules",1,1,1 ], "Gibraltar on the European side and the Jebel Musa on the African side; according to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pillars of Hercules",1,1,1 ], "legend, formed by Hercules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pillars of Hercules",1,1,1 ], "the two promontories at the E end of the Strait of Gibraltar: the Rock of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilsen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Plzevn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilsner",1,1,1 ], "a type of pale beer with a strong flavour of hops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilsudski",1,1,1 ], "1867-1935, Polish nationalist leader and statesman president (1918-21) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pilsudski",1,1,1 ], "premier (1926-28; 1930)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piltdown man",1,1,1 ], "an advanced hominid postulated from fossil bones found in Sussex in 1912, but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piltdown man",1,1,1 ], "shown by modern dating methods in 1953 to be a hoax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinar del Ro",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Cuba: tobacco industry| Pop|: 73,200 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinckney",1,1,1 ], "Charles Cotesworth| 1746-1825, U|S| statesman, who was a member of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinckney",1,1,1 ], "convention that framed the U|S| Constitution (1787)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinckney",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Thomas| 1750-1828, U|S| soldier and politician| He was U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinckney",1,1,2 ], "minister to Britain (1792-96) and special envoy to Spain (1795-96)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pindar",1,1,1 ], "518-438 b|c|, Greek lyric poet, noted for his Epinikia, odes commemorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pindar",1,1,1 ], "victories in the Greek games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pindaric ode",1,1,1 ], "a form of ode associated with Pindar consisting of a triple unit or groups of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pindaric ode",1,1,1 ], "epode of a different structure| Often shortened to Pindaric" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pindaric ode",1,1,1 ], "triple units, with a strophe and an antistrophe of identical structure followed by an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pindaric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the style of Pindar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pindaric",1,1,2 ], "having a complex metrical structure, either regular or irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pindus",1,1,1 ], "Mount Smolikas, 2633 m (8639 ft|)| Modern Greek name: Pindhos " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pindus",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in central Greece between Epirus and Thessaly| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinero",1,1,1 ], "Dandy Dick (1887) and the problem play The Second Mrs| Tanqueray (1893)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinero",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur Wing| 1855-1934, English dramatist| His works include the farce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pines",1,1,1 ], "an island in the NW Caribbean, south of Cuba: administratively part of Cuba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pines",1,1,1 ], "since 1925| Chief town: Nueva Gerona| Pop|: 30,103 (1970)| Area: 3061 sq| km (1182" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pines",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)| Spanish name: Isla de Pinos" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ping-Pong",1,1,1 ], "another name for table tennis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pini",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for the Salambria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pink Floyd",1,1,1 ], "English rock group (formed 1966): comprising Dave Gilmour (born 1944; lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pink Floyd",1,1,1 ], "albums include A Saucerful of Secrets (1968), Atom Heart Mother (1970), Dark Side of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pink Floyd",1,1,1 ], "guitar and vocals; replaced Syd Barrett, born 1946, in 1968), Rick Wright (born 1945;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pink Floyd",1,1,1 ], "keyboards), Roger Waters (born 1944; bass guitar), and Nick Mason (born 1945; drums)| Their" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pink Floyd",1,1,1 ], "the Moon (1973), and Animals (1977)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pinkerton",1,1,1 ], "1819-84, U|S| private detective, born in Scotland| He founded the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinkerton",1,1,1 ], "detective agency in the U|S| (1850)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinkster",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for Whit Sunday or Whitsuntide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinochet (Ugarte)" ,1, 1, 1],"1Augusto",1). c_DEF([ "Pinochet (Ugarte)" ,1, 1, 2],"born 1915, Chilean general and statesman; president of Chile since 1974,",1). c_DEF([ "Pinochet (Ugarte)" ,1, 1, 2],"following his overthrow of Allende (1973)",2). c_DEF([ "Pinsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, in the SW Byelorussian SSR: capital of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinsk",1,1,1 ], "principality (13th-14th centuries)| Pop|: 61,752 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinta",1,1,1 ], "(1492)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinta",1,1,1 ], "one of the three ships commanded by Columbus on his first voyage to America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinter",1,1,1 ], "Homecoming (1965), and Landscape (1968), are noted for their equivocal and halting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinter",1,1,1 ], "born 1930, English dramatist| His plays, such as The Caretaker (1960), The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinter",1,1,1 ], "dialogue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pinturicchio",1,1,1 ], "real name Bernardino di Betto| 1454-1513, Italian painter of the Umbrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinturicchio",1,1,1 ], "school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinz",1,1,1 ], "Martin Alonzo(mar!tin a!lon$To)|1440-93, Spanish navigator, who commanded the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinz",1,1,1 ], "Pinta on Columbus' first expedition (1492-93), which he abandoned in a vain attempt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pinz",1,1,1 ], "to be the first to arrive back in Spain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pinz",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Vicente Yanez (bi!$Tente !ja$je#Gg)|1460-1524, Spanish navigator," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pinz",1,1,2 ], "who commanded the Nina on Columbus' first expedition (1492-93)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piraeus",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Greece, adjoining Athens: the country's chief port; founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piraeus",1,1,1 ], "name: Piraievs " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Piraeus",1,1,1 ], "the 5th century b|c| as the port of Athens| Pop|: 187,458 (1971)| Modern Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pirandello" ,1, 1, 1],"1867-1936, Italian short-story writer, novelist, and dramatist|His plays",1). c_DEF([ "Pirandello" ,1, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "Pirandello" ,1, 1, 2],"(1917), Six Characters in Search of an Author (1921), and Henry IV (1922):",1). c_DEF([ "Pirandello" ,1, 1, 2],"Nobel prize for literature 1934|",2). c_DEF([ "Piranesi",1,1,1 ], "1720-78, Italian etcher and architect: etchings include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Piranesi",1,1,2 ], "Imaginary Prisons and Views of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pirithous",1,1,1 ], "Theseus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pirithous",1,1,1 ], "a prince of the Lapiths, who accomplished many great deeds with his friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisa",1,1,1 ], "(1063), and the Leaning Tower (begun in 1174 and about 5 m (17ft|) from perpendicular);" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pisa",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Italy, in Tuscany near the mouth of the River Arno: flourishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisa",1,1,1 ], "maritime republic (11th-12th centuries), contains a university (1343), a cathedral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pisa",1,1,1 ], "tourism| Pop|: 103,412 (1965 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pisanello",1,1,1 ], "1395-1455, Italian painter and medallist a major exponent of the International" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisanello",1,1,1 ], "Gothic style|He is best known for his portrait medals and drawings of animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pisano",1,1,1 ], "Giovanni (d#fo!vanni)|1250-1320, Italian sculptor, who successfully integrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisano",1,1,1 ], "Pistoia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pisano",1,1,1 ], "classical and Gothic elements in his sculptures, esp| in his pulpit in St| Andrea," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pisano",1,1,2 ], "classical style and is often regarded as a precursor of the Italian Renaissance: noted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pisano",1,1,2 ], "esp| for his pulpit in the baptistery of Pisa Cathedral" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pisano",1,1,2 ], "his father, Nicola (ni!k@$$:la)|1220-84, Italian sculptor, who pioneered the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint extensive zodiacal constellation lying between Aquarius and Aries on",1). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 1],"the ecliptic",2). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"a person born when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 2],"Feb| 19 and March 20",3). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 2],"and ruled by the planets Jupiter and Neptune|The sun is in this sign between about",2). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 2],"the twelfth sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a mutable water classification",1). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 3],"a",1). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"a taxonomic group that comprises the bony fishes only",1). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 4],"a taxonomic group that comprises all fishes",1). c_DEF([ "Pisces" ,1, 2, 5],"born under or characteristic of Pisces",1). c_DEF([ "Piscis Austrinus" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Aquarius and Grus and",1). c_DEF([ "Piscis Austrinus" ,1, 2, 1],"containing the first-magnitude star Fomalhaut",2). c_DEF([ "Pisgah",1,1,1 ], "Old Testament| the mountain slopes to the northeast of the Dead Sea, from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisgah",1,1,1 ], "of which, Mount Nebo, Moses viewed Canaan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pishpek",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1926) of Frunze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisistratus",1,1,1 ], "600-527 b|c|, tyrant of Athens: he established himself in firm control of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pisistratus",1,1,1 ], "city following his defeat of his aristocratic rivals at Pallene (546)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pissarro",1,1,1 ], "1830-1903, French impressionist painter, esp| of landscapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pistoia",1,1,1 ], "62 b|c|Pop|: 93,263 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pistoia",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in N Tuscany: scene of the defeat and death of Catiline in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitcairn Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific: forms with other islands a British colony;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitcairn Island",1,1,1 ], "companions| Pop|: 169 (1971 UN est|)| Area: 4|6 sq| km (1|75 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pitcairn Island",1,1,1 ], "uninhabited until the landing in 1790 of the mutineers of H|M|S| Bounty and their Tahitian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pitch Lake",1,1,1 ], "a deposit of natural asphalt in the West Indies, in SW Trinidad| Area: 46" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitch Lake",1,1,1 ], "hectares (114 acres)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pitman",1,1,1 ], "Sir Isaac| 1813-97, English inventor of a system of phonetic shorthand (1837)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitot tube",1,1,1 ], "a small tube placed in a fluid with its open end upstream and the other end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitot tube",1,1,1 ], "connected to a manometer| It measures the total pressure of the fluid and indirectly its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pitot tube",1,1,1 ], "velocity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pitot tube",1,1,2 ], "short for Pitot-static tube, esp| one fitted to an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitot-static tube",1,1,1 ], "combined Pitot and static pressure tubes placed in a fluid flow to measure the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitot-static tube",1,1,1 ], "or airspeed indicator, indicates the fluid velocity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pitot-static tube",1,1,1 ], "total and static pressures| The difference in pressures, as recorded on a manometer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt Street Farmer",1,1,1 ], "another name for Collins Street Farmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt",1,1,1 ], "William, called Pitt the Elder, 1st Earl of Chatham| 1708-78, English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt",1,1,1 ], "in the Seven Years' War (1756-63)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt",1,1,1 ], "statesman| He was first minister (1756-57; 1757-61; 1766-68) and achieved British victory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt",1,1,2 ], "Napoleonic France" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt",1,1,2 ], "his son William, called Pitt the Younger| 1759-1806, English statesman| As" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt",1,1,2 ], "prime minister (1783-1801; 1804-06), he carried through important fiscal and tariff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pitt",1,1,2 ], "reforms| From 1793, his attention was focused on the wars with revolutionary and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pittsburgh",1,1,1 ], "Rivers, which form the Ohio River: settled around Fort Pitt in 1758; developed rapidly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pittsburgh",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Pennsylvania, at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pittsburgh",1,1,1 ], "largest river port in the U|S| and an important industrial centre, with large steel" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pittsburgh",1,1,1 ], "mills| Pop|: 479,276 (1973 est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pittsburgh",1,1,1 ], "with the discovery of iron deposits and one of the world's richest coalfields; the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Piura",1,1,1 ], "1532; commercial centre of an agricultural district| Pop|: 126,010 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Piura",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Peru: the oldest colonial city in Peru, founded by Pizarro in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius II",1,1,1 ], "Italian ecclesiastic, humanist, poet, and historian; pope (1458-64)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius II",1,1,1 ], "pen name Aeneas Silvius, original name Enea Silvio de' Piccolomini| 1405-64," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius IV",1,1,1 ], "original name Giovanni Angelo de' Medici| 1499-1565, pope (1559-65)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius IV",1,1,1 ], "reconvened the Council of Trent (1562), confirming its final decrees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius IX",1,1,1 ], "States in the kingdom of Italy, confining himself to the Vatican after 1870| He" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pius IX",1,1,1 ], "decreed the dogma of the Immaculate Conception (1854) and convened the Vatican Council," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pius IX",1,1,1 ], "original name Giovanni Maria Mastai-Ferretti| 1792-1878, Italian ecclesiastic;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius IX",1,1,1 ], "pope (1846-78)| He refused to recognize the incorporation of Rome and the Papal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius IX",1,1,1 ], "which laid down the doctrine of papal infallibility (1870)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pius V",1,1,1 ], "England (1570), and organized the alliance that defeated the Turks at Lepanto (1571)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pius V",1,1,1 ], "Feast day: May 5" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pius V",1,1,1 ], "enforce the reforms decreed by the Council of Trent, excommunicated Elizabeth I of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius V",1,1,1 ], "original name Michele Ghislieri| 1504-72, pope (1566-72)| He attempted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius VII",1,1,1 ], "(1800-23)| He concluded a concordat with Napoleon (1801) and consecrated him as emperor of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius VII",1,1,1 ], "France (1804), but resisted his annexation of the Papal States (1809)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pius VII",1,1,1 ], "original name Luigi Barnaba Chiaramonti| 1740-1823, Italian ecclesiastic; pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius X",1,1,1 ], "He condemned Modernism (1907) and initiated a new codification of canon law| Feast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius X",1,1,1 ], "day: Sept| 3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pius X",1,1,1 ], "original name Giuseppe Sarto| 1835-1914, Italian ecclesiastic; pope (1903-14)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius XI",1,1,1 ], "He signed the Lateran Treaty (1929), by which the Vatican City was recognized as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius XI",1,1,1 ], "an independent state| His encyclicals condemned Nazism and Communism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pius XI",1,1,1 ], "original name Achille Ratti| 1857-1939, Italian ecclesiastic; pope (1922-39)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pius XII",1,1,1 ], "(1939-58): his attitude towards Nazi Germany anti-Semitism has been a matter of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pius XII",1,1,1 ], "controversy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pius XII",1,1,1 ], "original name Eugenio Pacelli| 1876-1958, Italian ecclesiastic; pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pizarro",1,1,1 ], "1475-1541, Spanish conqueror of Peru|He landed in Peru (1532), murdered the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pizarro",1,1,1 ], "Inca King Atahualpa (1533), and founded Lima as the new capital of Peru (1535)|He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pizarro",1,1,1 ], "was murdered by his own followers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plains Indian",1,1,1 ], "Great Plains of the U|S| and Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plains Indian",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the North American Indian peoples formerly living in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plains of Abraham",1,1,1 ], "a field in E Canada between Quebec City and the St| Lawrence River: site of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plains of Abraham",1,1,1 ], "important British victory (1759) in the Seven Years' War, which cost the French their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plains of Abraham",1,1,1 ], "possession of Canada" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Planck constant",1,1,1 ], "a fundamental constant equal to the energy of any quantum of radiation divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Planck constant",1,1,1 ], "by its frequency| It has a value of 6|6262 X 10'-'3'4 joule seconds| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Planck",1,1,1 ], "1858-1947, German physicist who first formulated the quantum theory (1900):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Planck",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for physics 1918" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plantagenet",1,1,1 ], "a line of English kings, ruling from the ascent of Henry II (1154) to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plantagenet",1,1,1 ], "death of Richard III (1485)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plassey",1,1,1 ], "Siraj-ud-daula, which established British supremacy over India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plassey",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE India, in W Bengal: scene of Clive's victory (1757) over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plasticine",1,1,1 ], "a soft coloured material used, esp| by children, for modelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plata",1,1,1 ], "an estuary on the SE coast of South America, between Argentina and Uruguay," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plata",1,1,1 ], "formed by the Uruguay and Parana Rivers|Length: 275 km (171 miles)|Width: (at its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plata",1,1,1 ], "mouth) 225 km (140 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plata",1,1,2 ], "English name: (River)Plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plataea",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in S Boeotia, traditionally an ally of Athens: scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plataea",1,1,1 ], "defeat of a great Persian army by the Greeks in 479 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plate",1,1,1 ], "the English name for the (R'io de la)Plata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plateau",1,1,1 ], "a state of central Nigeria, formed in 1976 from part of Benue-Plateau State:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plateau",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plateau",1,1,1 ], "tin mining| Capital: Jos| Pop|: 1,421,481 (1976 est|)| Area: 31,350 sq| km (12,102" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plath",1,1,1 ], "1932-63, U|S| poet living in England| She wrote two volumes of verse, The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plath",1,1,1 ], "Colossus (1960) and Ariel (1965), and a novel, The Bell Jar (1963)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plato",1,1,1 ], "427-347 b|c|, Greek philosopher: with his teacher Socrates and his pupil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plato",1,1,1 ], "Aristotle, he is regarded as the initiator of western philosophy| His influential theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plato",1,1,1 ], "as Phaedo, Symposium, and The Republic|Other works include The Apology and Laws" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Plato",1,1,1 ], "of ideas, which makes a distinction between objects of sense perception and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plato",1,1,1 ], "universal ideas or forms of which they are an expression, is formulated in such dialogues" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Plato",2,1,1 ], "a crater in the NE quadrant of the moon, about 100 kilometres in diameter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plato",2,1,1 ], "that has a conspicuous dark floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Platonic solid",1,1,1 ], "any of the five possible regular polyhedra: cube, tetrahedron, octahedron," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Platonic solid",1,1,1 ], "icosahedron, and dodecahedron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Platonic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Plato or his teachings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Platonic",1,1,2 ], "free from physical desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Platonism",1,1,1 ], "the teachings of Plato and his followers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Platonism",1,1,2 ], "abstract entities (forms) and describe particular objects, etc|, by virtue of some" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Platonism",1,1,2 ], "relationship of these to the form" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Platonism",1,1,2 ], "the philosophical theory that the meanings of general words are real existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Platonize",1,1,1 ], "to think or explain by Platonic principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plattdeutsch",1,1,1 ], "another name for Low German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Platte",1,1,1 ], "Missouri River| Length: 499 km (310 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Platte",1,1,1 ], "Platte and South Platte at North Platte, Nebraska: flows generally east to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Platte",1,1,1 ], "a river system of the central U|S|, formed by the confluence of the North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plauen",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central East Germany: textile centre| Pop|: 81,279 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plautus",1,1,1 ], "254-184 b|c|, Roman comic dramatist| His 21 extant works, adapted from Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plautus",1,1,1 ], "of Errors), Miles Gloriosus, Rudens, and Captivi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plautus",1,1,1 ], "plays, esp| those by Menander, include Menaechmi (the basis of Shakespeare's Comedy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Player",1,1,1 ], "Championship (1959; 1968) and the U|S| Open Championship (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Player",1,1,1 ], "born 1935, South African professional golfer: won the British Open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pleasant Island",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Nauru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pleiad",1,1,1 ], "one of the Pleiades (stars or daughters of Atlas)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pleiades",1,1,1 ], "for grief over the death of their half sisters the Hyades" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pleiades",1,1,1 ], "from the pursuit of Orion or, in another account, after they had killed themselves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pleiades",1,1,1 ], "the seven daughters of Atlas, placed as stars in the sky either to save them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pleiades",2,1,1 ], "a conspicuous open star cluster in the constellation Taurus, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pleiades",2,1,1 ], "several hundred stars only six or seven of which are visible to the naked eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pleiocene",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Pliocene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pleistocene" ,1, 1, 1],"hemisphere and the evolutionary development of man",3). c_DEF([ "Pleistocene" ,1, 1, 1],"lasted for about 990 000 years| It was characterized by extensive glaciations of the N",2). c_DEF([ "Pleistocene" ,1, 1, 1],"of, denoting, or formed in the first epoch of the Quaternary period, which",1). c_DEF([ "Pleistocene" ,1, 2, 1],"the Pleistocene| the Pleistocene epoch or rock series",1). c_DEF([ "Plenty",1,1,1 ], "a large bay of the Pacific on the NE coast of North Island, New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pleven",1,1,1 ], "143 days| Pop|: 89,814 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pleven",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Bulgaria: taken by Russia from the Turks in 1877 after a siege of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plexiglass",1,1,1 ], "a transparent plastic, polymethyl methacrylate, used for combs, plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plexiglass",1,1,1 ], "sheeting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plimsoll line",1,1,1 ], "another name for load line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pliny",1,1,1 ], "called Pliny the Elder| Latin name Gaius Plinius Secundus| 23-79 a|d|, Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pliny",1,1,1 ], "writer, the author of the encyclopedic Natural History (77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pliny",1,1,2 ], "Secundus| 62-113 a|d|, Roman writer and administrator, noted for his letters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pliny",1,1,2 ], "his nephew, called Pliny the Younger| Latin name Gaius Plinius Caecilius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pliocene",1,1,1 ], "for ten million years, during which many modern mammals appeared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pliocene",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the last epoch of the Tertiary period, which lasted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pliocene",1,2,1 ], "the Pliocene| the Pliocene epoch or rock series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plion",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Pelion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ploeti",1,1,1 ], "175,527 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ploeti",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE central Rumania: centre of the Rumanian petroleum industry| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Pylos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plotinus",1,1,1 ], "205-270 a|d|, Roman neo-Platonist philosopher, born in Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plough",1,1,1 ], "the group of the seven brightest stars in the constellation Ursa Major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plough",1,1,2 ], "Usual U|S| name: the Big Dipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plovdiv",1,1,1 ], "Bulgaria; conquered by Philip II of Macedonia in 341 b|c|; capital of Roman Thracia;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plovdiv",1,1,1 ], "Philippopolis" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Plovdiv",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Bulgaria on the Maritsa River: the second largest town in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plovdiv",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre of a rich agricultural region| Pop|: 305,091 (1974 est|)| Greek name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plutarch",1,1,1 ], "46-120 a|d|, Greek biographer and philosopher, noted for his Parallel Lives of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plutarch",1,1,1 ], "distinguished Greeks and Romans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pluto",1,1,1 ], "the god of the underworld; Hades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pluto",2,1,1 ], "days; diameter and mass: 47 and 10 per cent that of earth respectively" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pluto",2,1,1 ], "million km; period of revolution around sun: 248|4 years; period of axial rotation: 6|4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pluto",2,1,1 ], "the second smallest planet and the farthest known from the sun| Its existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pluto",2,1,1 ], "was predicted before it was discovered in 1930| Mean distance from sun: 5907" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plutonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Pluto (the god) or the underworld; infernal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plutus",1,1,1 ], "the Greek god of wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pluvi",1,1,1 ], "extending from Jan| 21 to Feb| 19" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pluvi",1,1,1 ], "the rainy month: the fifth month of the French revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Brethren",1,1,1 ], "Pietism, and often of millenarianism, having no organized ministry and emphasizing the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Brethren",1,1,1 ], "a religious sect founded about 1827, strongly Puritanical in outlook and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Brethren",1,1,1 ], "autonomy of each local church" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Brethren",1,1,1 ], "prohibiting many secular occupations for its members| It combines elements of Calvinism," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Colony",1,1,1 ], "the Puritan colony founded by the Pilgrim Fathers in SE Massachusetts (1620)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Rock",1,1,1 ], "a heavy American breed of domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Rock",1,1,2 ], "a boulder on the coast of Massachusetts: traditionally thought to be the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth Rock",1,1,2 ], "landing place of the Pilgrim Fathers (1620)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth",1,1,1 ], "Channel): Britain's chief port in Elizabethan times; the last port visited by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth",1,1,1 ], "Pilgrim Fathers in the Mayflower before sailing to America; naval base| Pop|: 239,314" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW England, in SW Devon on Plymouth Sound (an inlet of the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Massachusetts, on Plymouth Bay: the first permanent European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plymouth",1,1,2 ], "settlement in New England; founded by the Pilgrim Fathers| Pop|: 18,606 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Plze",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W Czechoslovakia| Pop|: 154,126 (1974 est|)| German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Plze",1,1,1 ], "name: Pilsen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pl|(in street names)" ,1, 1, 1],"Place",1). c_DEF([ "Pm",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for promethium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pnom Penh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Phnom Penh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Po",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for polonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Po",2,1,1 ], "Latin name: Padus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Po",2,1,1 ], "a river in N Italy, rising in the Cottian Alps and flowing northeast to Turin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Po",2,1,1 ], "then east to the Adriatic: the longest river in Italy| Length: 652 km (405 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pocahontas",1,1,1 ], "original name Matoaka;married name Rebecca Rolfe| 1595-1617, American Indian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pocahontas",1,1,1 ], "who allegedly saved the colonist Captain John Smith from being killed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Podgorica",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1946) of Titograd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Podolsk",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Podolsk",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W central Soviet Union, near Moscow| Pop|: 187,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poe",1,1,1 ], "(1841) is regarded as the first modern detective story" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Poe",1,1,1 ], "1809-49, U|S| short-story writer, poet, and critic| Most of his short stories," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poe",1,1,1 ], "Arabesque (1840), are about death, decay, and madness| The Murders in the Rue Morgue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poe",1,1,1 ], "such as The Fall of the House of Usher (1839) and the Tales of the Grotesque and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pohai",1,1,1 ], "a large inlet of the Yellow Sea on the coast of NE China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pohai",1,1,1 ], "of)Chihli" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poincar",1,1,1 ], "Jules Henri (#fyl ?~a!ri)| 1854-1912, French mathematician, physicist, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poincar",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic theory" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poincar",1,1,1 ], "philosopher| He made important contributions to the theory of functions and to astronomy and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poincar",1,1,2 ], "France (1912-13; 1922-24; 1926-29); president (1913-20)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poincar",1,1,2 ], "his cousin, Raymond (r$e!m?~@$)| 1860-1934, French statesman; premier of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Point Cook",1,1,1 ], "Phillip Bay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Point Cook",1,1,1 ], "the Royal Australian Air Force College in SE Australia, in S Victoria on Port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pointe-Noire",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Congo Republic, on the Atlantic: the country's chief port and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pointe-Noire",1,1,1 ], "former capital (1950-58)| Pop|: 150,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pointe-tre",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 29,522 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pointe-tre",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Guadeloupe, on SW Grande Terre Island in the Caribbean|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pointers",1,1,1 ], "the two brightest stars in the Plough, which lie in the direction pointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pointers",1,1,1 ], "towards the Pole Star and are therefore used to locate it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poisson distribution",1,1,1 ], "a distribution that approximates in the limit to the binomial distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poisson distribution",1,1,1 ], "is large" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poisson distribution",1,1,1 ], "when the probability of success in a single trial is small and the number of trials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poisson's ratio",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the elastic properties of a material expressed as the ratio of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poisson's ratio",1,1,1 ], "material is stretched| Symbol: m or n" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poisson's ratio",1,1,1 ], "the fractional contraction in breadth to the fractional increase in length when the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poitiers",1,1,1 ], "1790; scene of the battle (1356) in which the English under the Black Prince defeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poitiers",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central France: capital of the former province of Poitou until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poitiers",1,1,1 ], "the French; university (1432)| Pop|: 85,466 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poitou",1,1,1 ], "a former province of W central France, on the Atlantic| Chief town: Poitiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poitou-Charentes",1,1,1 ], "a region of W central France, on the Bay of Biscay: mainly low-lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pol Pot",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, Cambodian Communist statesman; prime minister of Cambodia (1976;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pol Pot",1,1,1 ], "since 1977)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pola",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Pula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polack",1,1,1 ], "a Pole or a person of Polish descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poland",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)| Area: 311,730 sq| km (120,359 sq| miles)| Polish name: Polska" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Poland",1,1,1 ], "S border| Language: Polish| Currency: zloty| Capital: Warsaw| Pop|: 33,691,000" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Poland",1,1,1 ], "a republic in central Europe, on the Baltic: first united in the 10th century;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poland",1,1,1 ], "dissolved after the third partition effected by Austria, Russia, and Prussia in 1795;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poland",1,1,1 ], "government since 1947| It consists chiefly of a low undulating plain in the north, rising" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Poland",1,1,1 ], "re-established independence in 1918; invaded by Germany in 1939; ruled by a Communist" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poland",1,1,1 ], "to a low plateau in the south, with the Sudeten and Carpathian Mountains along the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Polanski",1,1,1 ], "(1965) and Rosemary's Baby (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polanski",1,1,1 ], "born 1933, Polish film director with a taste for the macabre, as in Repulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polaris",1,1,1 ], "2|08-2|17; spectral type: F8" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Polaris",1,1,1 ], "constellation Ursa Minor, situated slightly less than 1 degrees from the north celestial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polaris",1,1,1 ], "pole| It is a Cepheid variable, with a period of four days| Visual magnitude:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polaris",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polaris",1,1,1,1 ], "a type of U|S| two-stage intermediate-range ballistic missile, usually fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polaris",1,1,1,1 ], "by a submerged submarine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polaris",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,1,1 ], "a type of plastic sheet that can polarize a transmitted beam of normal light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,1,1 ], "because it is composed of long parallel molecules| It only transmits plane-polarized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,1,1 ], "light if these molecules are parallel to the plane of polarization and, since" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,1,1 ], "reflected light is partly polarized, it is often used in sunglasses to eliminate glare" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,1,2 ], "Polaroid Land Camera| any of several types of camera yielding a finished print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,1,2 ], "by means of a special developing and processing technique that occurs inside the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,1,2 ], "camera and takes only a few seconds to complete" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polaroid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, using, or used in this type of camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pole Star",1,1,1 ], "precession of the earth's axis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pole Star",1,1,1 ], "the star closest to the N celestial pole at any particular time| At present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pole Star",1,1,1 ], "this is Polaris, but it will eventually be replaced by some other star owing to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pole",1,1,1 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Poland or a speaker of Polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pole",2,1,1 ], "(1556-58)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pole",2,1,1 ], "1500-58, English cardinal; last Roman Catholic archbishop of Canterbury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Police Motu",1,1,1 ], "a pidginized version of the Motu language, used as a lingua franca in Papua," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Police Motu",1,1,1 ], "originally chiefly by the police" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polish Corridor",1,1,1 ], "(1919-39), given to her in 1919 in the Treaty of Versailles, and separating East Prussia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polish Corridor",1,1,1 ], "from the rest of Germany| It is now part of Poland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polish Corridor",1,1,1 ], "the strip of land through E Pomerania providing Poland with access to the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Poland, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polish",1,2,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polish",1,2,1 ], "the official language of Poland, belonging to the West Slavonic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polish",1,2,2 ], "the Polish| the people of Poland or Polish speakers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Politburo",1,1,1 ], "the executive and policy-making committee of a Communist Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Politburo",1,1,2 ], "Communist countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Politburo",1,1,2 ], "the supreme policy-making authority in the Soviet Union and most other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Politian",1,1,1 ], "Florentine humanist and poet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Politian",1,1,1 ], "Italian name Angelo Polliziano;original name Angelo Ambrogini| 1454-94," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polk",1,1,1 ], "1795-1849, U|S| statesman; 11th president of the U|S| (1845-49)| During his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polk",1,1,1 ], "Arizona, Oregon, and California were added to the Union" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polk",1,1,1 ], "administration, Texas and territory now included in New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Nevada," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pollaiuolo",1,1,1 ], "his brother Piero | ??1443-96, Florentine painter and sculptor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pollen",1,1,1 ], "(1876)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pollen",1,1,1 ], "1813-96, New Zealand statesman, born in Ireland: prime minister of New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pollock",1,1,1 ], "History of English Law before the Time of Edward I (1895)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pollock",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frederick| 1845-1937, English legal scholar: with Maitland, he wrote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pollock",1,1,2 ], "Jackson| 1912-56, U|S| abstract expressionist painter; chief exponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pollock",1,1,2 ], "action painting in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pollux",1,1,1 ], "Castor|Visual magnitude: 1|2; spectral type: K0; distance: 35 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pollux",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Gemini, lying close to the star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pollyanna",1,1,1 ], "a person who is constantly or excessively optimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polo",1,1,1 ], "1254-1324, Venetian merchant, famous for his account of his travels in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polo",1,1,1 ], "Asia|After travelling overland to China (1271-75), he spent 17 years serving Kublai Khan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polo",1,1,1 ], "before returning to Venice by sea (1292-95)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polska",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poltava",1,1,1 ], "(1709) of the Russians under Peter the Great over the Swedes under Charles XII| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poltava",1,1,1 ], "263,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poltava",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR: scene of the victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polybius",1,1,1 ], "205-123 b|c|, Greek historian| Under the patronage of Scipio the Younger, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polybius",1,1,1 ], "wrote in 40 books a history of Rome from 264 b|c| to 146 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polycarp",1,1,1 ], "69-155 a|d|, Christian martyr and bishop of Smyrna, noted for his letter to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polycarp",1,1,1 ], "the church at Philippi| Feast day: Jan| 26" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polyclitus",1,1,1 ], "5th century b|c| Greek sculptor, noted particularly for his idealized bronze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polyclitus",1,1,1 ], "sculptures of the male nude, such as the Doryphoros" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polycrates",1,1,1 ], "died 522 b|c|, Greek tyrant of Samos, who was crucified by a Persian satrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polydeuces",1,1,1 ], "the Greek name of Pollux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polygnotus",1,1,1 ], "5th-century b|c| Greek painter: associated with Cimon in rebuilding Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polyhymnia",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of singing, mime, and sacred dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesia",1,1,1 ], "Melanesia and Micronesia: includes Samoa, Society, Marquesas, Mangareva, Tuamotu, Cook," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesia",1,1,1 ], "and Tubuai Islands, and Tonga" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesia",1,1,1 ], "one of the three divisions of islands in the Pacific, the others being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Polynesia, its people, or any of their languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesian",1,2,1 ], "a member of the people that inhabit Polynesia, generally of Caucasoid features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesian",1,2,1 ], "with light skin and wavy hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesian",1,2,2 ], "Hawaiian and a number of other closely related languages of the S and central Pacific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polynesian",1,2,2 ], "a branch of the Malayo-Polynesian family of languages, including Maori and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polynices",1,1,1 ], "a son of Oedipus and Jocasta, for whom the Seven Against Thebes sought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polynices",1,1,1 ], "its walls" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Polynices",1,1,1 ], "regain Thebes| He and his brother Eteocles killed each other in single combat before" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polyphemus",1,1,1 ], "a cyclops who imprisoned Odysseus and his companions in his cave| To effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Polyphemus",1,1,1 ], "his escape, Odysseus blinded him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polyxena",1,1,1 ], "Achilles' ghost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Polyxena",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of King Priam of Troy, who was sacrificed on the command of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pol|",1,1,1 ], "Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pol|",1,1,2 ], "Polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pombal",1,1,1 ], "administrative and economic reforms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pombal",1,1,1 ], "title of Sebastiao Jose de Carvalho e Mello| 1699-1782, Portuguese statesman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pombal",1,1,1 ], "who dominated Portuguese government from 1750 to 1777 and instituted many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pomerania",1,1,1 ], "East Germany| German name: Pommern|Polish name: Pomorze" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pomerania",1,1,1 ], "a region of N central Europe, extending along the S coast of the Baltic Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pomerania",1,1,1 ], "from Stralsund to the Vistula River: now chiefly in Poland, with a small area in NE" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pomeranian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Pomerania or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pomeranian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Pomerania, esp| a German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pomeranian",1,2,2 ], "a breed of toy dog with a long thick straight coat, related to the Spitz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pommern",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Pomerania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pomona",1,1,1 ], "another name for Mainland (in the Orkneys)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pomona",2,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of fruit trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pomorze",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Pomerania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pompadour",1,1,1 ], "(1745-64), whom she greatly influenced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pompadour",1,1,1 ], "title of Jeanne Antoinette Poisson| 1721-64, mistress of Louis XV of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pompeii",1,1,1 ], "1748" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pompeii",1,1,1 ], "Vesuvius (79 b|c|);excavation of the site, which is extremely well preserved, began in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pompeii",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in Italy, southeast of Naples: buried by an eruption of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pompey",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for Portsmouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pompey",2,1,1 ], "Egypt and was murdered" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pompey",2,1,1 ], "He later quarrelled with Caesar, who defeated him at Pharsalus (48)| He fled to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pompey",2,1,1 ], "called Pompey the Great;Latin name Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus| 106-48 b|c|, Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pompey",2,1,1 ], "general and statesman; a member with Caesar and Crassus of the first triumvirate (60)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pompidou",1,1,1 ], "1911-74, French statesman president of France 1969-74" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ponce de Leon",1,1,1 ], "1460-1521, Spanish explorer|He settled (1509) and governed (1510-12) Puerto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ponce de Leon",1,1,1 ], "Rico and discovered (1513) Florida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ponce",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Puerto Rico, on the Caribbean: the second largest town on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ponce",1,1,1 ], "island; settled in the 16th century| Pop|: 128,233 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pondicherry",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 479 sq| km (185 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pondicherry",1,1,1 ], "a Union Territory of SE India: transferred from French to Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pondicherry",1,1,1 ], "administration in 1954 and made a Union Territory in 1962| Capital: Pondicherry| Pop|: 471,707" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pondicherry",1,1,2 ], "Coromandel Coast| Pop|: 90,639 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pondicherry",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE India, capital of the Union Territory of Pondicherry, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pondo",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negro people of southern Africa, living chiefly in Pondoland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pondo",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pondo",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pondoland",1,1,1 ], "part of the Transkei, South Africa: inhabited chiefly by the Pondo people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ponta Delgada",1,1,1 ], "a port in the E Azores, on S Sao Miguel Island: chief commercial centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ponta Delgada",1,1,1 ], "archipelago| Pop|: 69,930 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontchartrain",1,1,1 ], "a shallow lagoon in SE Louisiana, linked with the Gulf of Mexico by a narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontchartrain",1,1,1 ], "channel, the Rigolets: resort and fishing centre| Area: 1620 sq| km (625 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontefract cake",1,1,1 ], "another name for pomfret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontefract",1,1,1 ], "Richard II was imprisoned and murdered (1400)| Pop|: 31,335 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontefract",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in N England, in West Yorkshire: castle (1069), in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontevedra",1,1,1 ], "Vetus| Pop|: 52,452 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontevedra",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Spain: takes its name from a 12-arched Roman bridge, the Pons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontiac",1,1,1 ], "British (1763-66)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontiac",1,1,1 ], "died 1769, chief of the Ottawa Indians, who led a rebellion against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontianak",1,1,1 ], "217,555 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontianak",1,1,1 ], "a port in Indonesia, on W coast of Borneo almost exactly on the equator| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the Black Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontifical College",1,1,1 ], "a major theological college under the direct control of the Roman Curia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontifical College",1,1,2 ], "the council of priests, being the chief hieratic body of the Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontifical Mass",1,1,1 ], "Church, Church of England| a solemn celebration of Mass by a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontine Marshes",1,1,1 ], "1932-34 after numerous attempts since 160 b|c| had failed| Italian name: Agro Pontino" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontine Marshes",1,1,1 ], "an area of W Italy, southeast of Rome: formerly malarial swamps, drained in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontormo",1,1,1 ], "original name Jacopo Carrucci| 1494-1556, Italian mannerist painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontus Euxinus",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name of the Black Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontus",1,1,1 ], "4th century b|c|; at its height under Mithridates VI (about 115-63 b|c|), when it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of NE Asia Minor, on the Black Sea: became a kingdom in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontus",1,1,1 ], "controlled all Asia Minor; defeated by the Romans in the mid-1st century b|c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pontypool",1,1,1 ], "18th century| Pop|: 37,014 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pontypool",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in E Wales, in Gwent: famous for lacquered ironware in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pontypridd",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in S Wales, in SE Mid Glamorgan| Pop|: 34,465 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pooh-Bah",1,1,1 ], "a pompous self-important official holding several offices at once and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pooh-Bah",1,1,1 ], "fulfilling none of them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pool Malebo",1,1,1 ], "the Zairese name for Stanley Pool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poole",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poole",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in S England, in Dorset on Poole Harbour| Pop|: 106,697" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poona",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, in W Maharashtra: under British rule served as the seasonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poona",1,1,1 ], "capital of the Bombay Presidency| Pop|: 856,105 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poop",1,1,1 ], "Desaguadero River| Area: 2540 sq| km (980 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poop",1,1,1 ], "a lake in SW Bolivia, at an altitude of 3688 m (12,100 ft|): fed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pope",1,1,1 ], "(1712-14)| The Dunciad (1728; 1742) is an elaborate satire on contemporary hack writers|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pope",1,1,1 ], "1688-1744, English poet, regarded as the most brilliant satirist of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pope",1,1,1 ], "Augustan period, esp| with his Imitations of Horace (1733-38)| His technical virtuosity," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pope",1,1,1 ], "In the Moral Essays (1731-35) and An Essay on Man (1733-34) he elaborated the" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pope",1,1,1 ], "moral values behind his satire" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Pope",1,1,1 ], "particularly his fluent use of the heroic couplet, is most evident in The Rape of the Lock" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Popocatpetl",1,1,1 ], "(17,887 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Popocatpetl",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in SE central Mexico, southeast of Mexico City| Height: 5452 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Popov",1,1,1 ], "1859-1906, Russian physicist, the first to use an aerial in experiments with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Popov",1,1,1 ], "radio waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Popper",1,1,1 ], "Historicism (1957), Conjectures and Refutations (1963), and Objective Knowledge (1972)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Popper",1,1,1 ], "Scientific Discovery (1934), he proposes that knowledge cannot be absolute and that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Popper",1,1,1 ], "Sir Karl| born 1902, British philosopher, born in Vienna| In The Logic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Popper",1,1,1 ], "dogmatic political philosophies, such as Marxism| Other works are The Poverty of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Popper",1,1,1 ], "scientific theories must inevitably be superseded as new problems arising from existing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Popper",1,1,1 ], "theories are identified| The Open Society and its Enemies (1945) is a critique of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Poppy Day",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for Remembrance Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Popsicle",1,1,1 ], "an ice lolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pori",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Finland, on the Gulf of Bothnia| Pop|: 73,626 (1970)| Swedish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pori",1,1,1 ], "name: Bjorneborg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poriferan" ,1, 1, 1],"any invertebra of the phylum Porifera, which comprises the sponges",1). c_DEF([ "Poriferan" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the phylum Porifera",1). c_DEF([ "Porirua",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Porirua",1,1,1 ], "a city in New Zealand, on North Island just north of Wellington| Pop|: 30,372" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porsena",1,1,1 ], "6th century b|c|, a legendary Etruscan king, alleged to have besieged Rome in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porsena",1,1,1 ], "a vain attempt to reinstate Tarquinius Superbus on the throne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Porson",1,1,1 ], "1759-1808, English classical scholar, noted for his editions of Aeschylus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porson",1,1,1 ], "Euripides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Adelaide",1,1,1 ], "39,000 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Adelaide",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of South Australia, near Adelaide on St| Vincent Gulf| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Arthur",1,1,1 ], "Peninsula, Tasmania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Arthur",1,1,1 ], "a former penal settlement (1833-70) in Australia, on the S coast of the Tasman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Arthur",1,1,2 ], "the former name of Lushun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Blair",1,1,1 ], "26,218 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Port Blair",1,1,1 ], "a port on the SE coast of South Andaman Island: a former penal colony| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Blair",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Indian Union Territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Elizabeth",1,1,1 ], "a port in South Africa, in SE Cape Province on Algoa Bay: motor-vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Elizabeth",1,1,1 ], "manufacture; resort| Pop|: 386,577 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Harcourt",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Nigeria, capital of Rivers state on the Niger delta: the nation's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Harcourt",1,1,1 ], "second largest port; industrial centre| Pop|: 242,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Jackson",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific on the coast of SE Australia, forming a fine natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Jackson",1,1,1 ], "harbour: site of the city of Sydney, spanned by Sydney Harbour Bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Louis",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 142,300 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Louis",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Mauritius, on the NW coast on the Indian Ocean|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Lyautey",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1932-56) of Mina Hassan Tani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Moresby",1,1,1 ], "Papua: important Allied base in World War II| Pop|: 76,507 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Moresby",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Papua New Guinea, on the SE coast on the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Phillip Bay",1,1,1 ], "a bay in SE Australia, which forms the harbour of Melbourne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Royal",1,1,1 ], "a fortified town in SE Jamaica, at the entrance to Kingston harbour: capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Royal",1,1,1 ], "of Jamaica in colonial times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Royal",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1710) of Annapolis Royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Royal",1,1,3 ], "Grammaire generale et raisonnee exercised much influence" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Port Royal",1,1,3 ], "an educational institution about 27 km (17 miles) west of Paris that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Royal",1,1,3 ], "centre of Jansenism| Its teachers were noted esp| for their work on linguistics: their" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Port Royal",1,1,3 ], "flourished from 1638 to 1704, when it was suppressed by papal bull as it had become a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Said",1,1,1 ], "Suez Canal was begun; became the largest coaling station in the world and later an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Said",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Egypt, at the N end of the Suez Canal: founded in 1859 when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Said",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Port Said",1,1,1 ], "oil-bunkering port; damaged in the Arab-Israeli wars of 1967 and 1973| Pop|: 342,000 (1974" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Port Sudan",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port Sudan",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of the Sudan, in the NE on the Red Sea| Pop|: 110,091 (1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Talbot",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Wales, in West Glamorgan on Swansea Bay: established as a coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port Talbot",1,1,1 ], "port in the mid-19th century; large steelworks; ore terminal| Pop|: 50,658 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port of Spain",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 11,032 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port of Spain",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Trinidad and Tobago, on the W coast of Trinidad|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port-Gentil",1,1,1 ], "refinery| Pop|: 88,146 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port-Gentil",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Gabon, in the west near the mouth of the Ogooue River: oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port-Salut",1,1,1 ], "a mild semihard whole-milk cheese of a round flat shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port-au-Prince",1,1,1 ], "founded in 1749 by the French; university (1944)| Pop|: 458,675 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port-au-Prince",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Haiti, in the south on the Gulf of Gonaives:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portadown",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Northern Ireland, in Co| Armagh| Pop|: 21,906 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porte",1,1,1 ], "short for Sublime Porte;the court or government of the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,1 ], "Cole| 1893-1964, U|S| composer and lyricist of musical comedies| His most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,1 ], "popular songs include Night and Day and Let's do It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,2 ], "Sir George| born 1920, British chemist, who shared a Nobel prize for chemistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,2 ], "in 1967 for his work on flash photolysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,3 ], "(1939)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,3 ], "Katherine Anne| born 1894, U|S| short-story writer and novelist| Her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,3 ], "best-known collections of stories are Flowering Judas (1930) and Pale Horse, Pale Rider" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,4 ], "Peter| born 1929, Australian poet, living in Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porter",1,1,5 ], "William Sidney| original name of O| Henry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portile de Fier",1,1,1 ], "the Rumanian name for the Iron Gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portland cement",1,1,1 ], "a cement that hardens under water and is made by mixing, burning, and grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portland cement",1,1,1 ], "certain limestones and clays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,1 ], "Bill lies at the S tip; famous for the quarrying of Portland stone, a fine building" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,1 ], "Isle of| a rugged limestone peninsula in SW England, in Dorset, connected to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,1 ], "material| Pop|: 12,306 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,1 ], "the mainland by a narrow isthmus and by Chesil Bank: the lighthouse of Portland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,2 ], "an inland port in NW Oregon, on the Willamette River: the largest city in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,2 ], "state; shipbuilding and chemical industries| Pop|: 378,134 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,3 ], "Englishmen in 1632, destroyed successively by French, Indian, and British attacks, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,3 ], "a port in SW Maine, on Casco Bay: the largest city in the state; settled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portland",1,1,3 ], "rebuilt; capital of Maine (1820-32)| Pop|: 65,116 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Portlaoise",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Ireland, county town of Co| Laoighis: site of a top-security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portlaoise",1,1,1 ], "prison| Pop|: 6470 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Porto Novo",1,1,1 ], "of Portuguese settlement and the slave trade| Pop|: 104,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Porto Novo",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Benin, in the southwest on a coastal lagoon: formerly a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Porto Rico",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1932) of Puerto Rico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portobello",1,1,1 ], "Panama Canal| Pop|: 1980 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Portobello",1,1,1 ], "a small port in Panama, on the Caribbean northeast of Colon: the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portobello",1,1,1 ], "important port in South America in colonial times; declined with the opening of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portsmouth",1,1,1 ], "a port in S England, in Hampshire on the English Channel: Britain's chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portsmouth",1,1,1 ], "naval base| Pop|: 196,973 (1971)| Informal name: Pompey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portsmouth",1,1,2 ], "109,295 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portsmouth",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Virginia, on the Elizabeth River: naval base; shipyards| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portugal",1,1,1 ], "1139 and expelled the Moors in 1249 after more than four centuries of Muslim rule;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portugal",1,1,1 ], "8,762,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 91,530 sq| km (35,340 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Portugal",1,1,1 ], "Language: Portuguese| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: escudo| Capital: Lisbon| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Portugal",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SW Europe, on the Atlantic: became an independent monarchy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portugal",1,1,1 ], "became a republic in 1910; under the dictatorship of Salazar from 1932 until 1968," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Portugal",1,1,1 ], "when he was succeeded by Dr| Caetano, who was overthrown by a junta in 1974|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese East Africa",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1975) of Mozambique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese Guinea",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1974) of Guinea-Bissau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese India",1,1,1 ], "Goa, Daman, and Diu: established between 1505 and 1510; annexed by India in 1961" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese India",1,1,1 ], "a former Portuguese overseas province on the W coast of India, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese Timor",1,1,1 ], "Jaco" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese Timor",1,1,1 ], "a former Portuguese overseas province in the Malay Archipelago, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese Timor",1,1,1 ], "the island of Timor, an enclave on the NW coast, and the islands of Atauro and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese West Africa",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1975) for Angola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese man-of-war",1,1,1 ], "P| physalis, having an aerial float and long stinging tentacles: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese man-of-war",1,1,1 ], "Siphonophora|Sometimes shortened to man-of-war" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese man-of-war",1,1,1 ], "any of several large complex colonial hydrozoans of the genus Physalia, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese",1,1,1 ], "Latin" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese",1,1,1 ], "native language of approximately 110 million people| It belongs to the Romance group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese",1,1,1 ], "of the Indo-European family and is derived from the Galician dialect of Vulgar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Portugal, its overseas territories, and Brazil: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese",1,1,2 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese",1,2,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of Portugal, its inhabitants, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Portuguese",1,2,1 ], "their language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Port|",1,1,1 ], "Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Port|",1,1,2 ], "Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pos",1,1,1 ], "(1627) of the Parian Chronicle, a marble tablet outlining Greek history from before" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pos",1,1,1 ], "1000 b|c| to about 354 b|c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pos",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the S Aegean Sea, in the Cyclades: site of the discovery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pos",1,1,2 ], "(now at Oxford University)| Pop|: 7314 (1971)| Area: 166 sq| km (64 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pos",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poseidon",1,1,1 ], "generally depicted in art wielding a trident| Roman counterpart: Neptune" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poseidon",1,1,1 ], "the god of the sea and of earthquakes; brother of Zeus, Hades, and Hera| He is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Posen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Poznan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Post Office",1,1,1 ], "a government department or authority in many countries responsible for postal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Post Office",1,1,1 ], "services and often telecommunications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Potemkin",1,1,1 ], "1739-91, Russian soldier and statesman lover of Catherine II, whose favourite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potemkin",1,1,1 ], "he remained until his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Potiphar",1,1,1 ], "one of Pharaoh's officers, who bought Joseph as a slave (Genesis 37:36)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potomac",1,1,1 ], "Virginia: flows northeast, then generally southeast to Chesapeake Bay| Length (from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Potomac",1,1,1 ], "a river in the E central U|S|, rising in the Appalachian Mountains of West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potomac",1,1,1 ], "confluence of headstreams): 462 km (287 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Potos",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Bolivia, at an altitude of 4066 m (13,340 ft|): one of the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potos",1,1,1 ], "cities in the world; developed with the discovery of local silver in 1545; tin mining;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Potos",1,1,1 ], "university (1571)| Pop|: 96,800 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Potsdam",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Potsdam",1,1,1 ], "a city in central East Germany, on the Havel River: residence of Prussian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potsdam",1,1,1 ], "kings and German emperors and scene of the Potsdam Conference of 1945| Pop|: 118,134" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pott's disease",1,1,1 ], "a disease of the spine, usually caused by tubercular infection and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pott's disease",1,1,1 ], "characterized by weakening and gradual disintegration of the vertebrae and the intervertebral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pott's disease",1,1,1 ], "discs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Potter",1,1,1 ], "Beatrix| 1866-1943, English author and illustrator of children's animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potter",1,1,1 ], "stories, such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit (1902)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Potter",1,1,2 ], "Paulus| 1625-54, Dutch painter, esp| of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potteries",1,1,1 ], "a region of W central England, in Staffordshire, in which the china and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Potteries",1,1,1 ], "earthenware industries are concentrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Potyomkin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Potemkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poulenc" ,1, 1, 1],"1899-1963, French composer a member of Les Six|His works include the operas",1). c_DEF([ "Poulenc" ,1, 1, 2],"and Dialogues des Carm''elites (1957), and the ballet Les Biches (1924)",1). c_DEF([ "Pound",1,1,1 ], "1885-1972, U|S| poet, translator, and critic, living in Europe| Indicted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pound",1,1,1 ], "and autobiographical elements" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Pound",1,1,1 ], "championed the early work of such writers as T| S| Eliot, Joyce, and Hemingway| His life" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pound",1,1,1 ], "he was committed to a mental hospital until 1958| He was a founder of imagism and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pound",1,1,1 ], "mythological and historical materials in several languages as well as political, economic," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Pound",1,1,1 ], "treason by the U|S| government (1945) for pro-Fascist broadcasts during World War II," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pound",1,1,1 ], "work, the Cantos (1925-70), is an unfinished sequence of poems, which incorporates" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Poussin",1,1,1 ], "1594-1665, French painter, regarded as a leader of French classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poussin",1,1,1 ], "of his later years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Poussin",1,1,1 ], "painting|He is best known for the austere historical and biblical paintings and landscapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,1 ], "Anthony Dymoke | born 1905, English novelist, best known for his sequence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,1 ], "novels under the general title A Dance to the Music of Time (1951-75)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,2 ], "Cecil Frank| 1903-69, English physicist who was awarded the Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,2 ], "physics in 1950 for his discovery of the pi-meson" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,3 ], "Earl, called Bud| 1924-1966, U|S| modern-jazz pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,4 ], "(John) Enoch| born 1912, British politician| An outspoken opponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,4 ], "1974 he resigned from the Conservative Party, returning to Parliament as a United" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,4 ], "Commonwealth immigration into Britain and of British membership of the Common Market, in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Powell",1,1,4 ], "Ulster Unionist Council member" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Powhatan",1,1,1 ], "American Indian name Wahunsonacock, died 1618, American Indian chief of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Powhatan",1,1,1 ], "confederacy of tribes; father of Pocahontas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Powys" ,2, 1, 1],"1872-1963, English novelist, essayist, and poet, who spent much of his life in",1). c_DEF([ "Powys" ,2, 1, 1],"the U|S|His novels include",2). c_DEF([ "Powys",1,1,1 ], "5144 sq| km (1986 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Powys",1,1,1 ], "a county in E Wales, formed in 1974 from most of Breconshire, Montgomeryshire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Powys",1,1,1 ], "and Radnorshire| Administrative centre: Brecon| Pop|: 101,500 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poyang",1,1,1 ], "River: the second largest lake in China| Area: (at its greatest) 2780 sq| km (1073 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Poyang",1,1,1 ], "a lake in E China, in N Kiangsi province, connected by canal with the Yangtze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Poyang",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pozna",1,1,1 ], "German rule (1815-1918, 1939-45)| Pop|: 502,800 (1974 est|)| German name: Posen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pozna",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Poland, on the Warta River: the centre of Polish resistance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pozsony",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Bratislava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pozzuoli",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Italy, in Campania on the Gulf of Pozzuoli (an inlet of the Bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pozzuoli",1,1,1 ], "b|c| by the Greeks| Pop|: 59,813 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pozzuoli",1,1,1 ], "of Naples): in a region of great volcanic activity; founded in the 6th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pr",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for praseodymium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "a state, esp| a state in the Union of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praesepe",1,1,1 ], "an open cluster of several hundred stars in the constellation Cancer, visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praesepe",1,1,1 ], "to the naked eye as a hazy patch of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Praetorian Guard",1,1,1 ], "existed from 27 b|c| to 312 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Praetorian Guard",1,1,1 ], "the bodyguard of the Roman emperors, noted for its political corruption, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praetorian Guard",1,1,2 ], "a member of this bodyguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praetorian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Praetorian Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praetorian",1,1,2 ], "resembling the Praetorian Guard, esp| with regard to corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praetorian",1,2,1 ], "a member of the Praetorian Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praetorius" ,1, 1, 1],"1571-1621, German composer and musicologist, noted esp| for his description of",1). c_DEF([ "Praetorius" ,1, 1, 1],"contemporary musical practices and instruments,",2). c_DEF([ "Prague",1,1,1 ], "1,095,615 (1974 est|)| Czech name: Praha" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Prague",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre during the Middle Ages; site of Charles University (1348) and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prague",1,1,1 ], "technical university (1707); scene of defenestrations (1419 and 1618) that contributed to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prague",1,1,1 ], "the capital and largest city of Czechoslovakia, on the Vltava River: a rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prague",1,1,1 ], "the outbreak of the Hussite Wars and the Thirty Years' War respectively| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Praha",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for Prague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prairial",1,1,1 ], "extending from May 21 to June 19" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prairial",1,1,1 ], "the month of meadows: the ninth month of the French Revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prairie Provinces",1,1,1 ], "area of Canada" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prairie Provinces",1,1,1 ], "the Canadian provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, which lie in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prairie Provinces",1,1,1 ], "the N Great Plains region of North America: the chief wheat and petroleum producing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prakrit",1,1,1 ], "any of the vernacular Indic languages as distinguished from Sanskrit: spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prakrit",1,1,1 ], "from about 300 b|c| to the Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prato",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prato",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in central Italy, in Tuscany: woollen industry| Pop|: 151,365" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praxiteles",1,1,1 ], "4th-century b|c| Greek sculptor: his works include statues of Hermes at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Praxiteles",1,1,1 ], "Olympia, which survives, and of Aphrodite at Cnidus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pre-Raphaelite",1,1,1 ], "Raphael" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Pre-Raphaelite",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, an association of painters and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pre-Raphaelite",1,1,1 ], "shallow conventionalism of academic painting and revive the fidelity to nature and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pre-Raphaelite",1,1,1 ], "vivid realistic colour that they considered typical of Italian painting before" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pre-Raphaelite",1,1,1 ], "writers including Rossetti, Holman Hunt, and Millais, founded in 1848 to combat the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pre-Raphaelite",1,2,1 ], "of, in the manner of, or relating to Pre-Raphaelite painting and painters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Preacher",1,1,1 ], "Bible| the author of Ecclesiastes or the book of Ecclesiastes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Precambrian",1,1,1 ], "4,000,000,000 years before the Cambrian period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Precambrian",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the earliest geological era, which lasted for about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Precambrian",1,2,1 ], "the Precambrian| the Precambrian era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Precision Club",1,1,1 ], "a popular modern bidding system of which an important feature is an artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Precision Club",1,1,1 ], "diamond to show weakness" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Precision Club",1,1,1 ], "one-club opening bid showing 16 points or more, with an artificial response of one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Premium Savings Bonds",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) bonds issued by the Treasury since 1956 for purchase by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Premium Savings Bonds",1,1,1 ], "public|No interest is paid but there is a monthly draw for cash prizes of various sums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Presbyterian",1,1,1 ], "Presbyterian Church of England became part of the United Reformed Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Presbyterian",1,1,1 ], "lay elders and adhering to various modified forms of Calvinism| In 1972 the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Presbyterian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any of various Protestant Churches governed by presbyters or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Presbyterian",1,2,1 ], "a member of a Presbyterian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Presb|",1,1,1 ], "Presbyterian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prescott",1,1,1 ], "1796-1858, U|S| historian, noted for his work on the history of Spain and her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prescott",1,1,1 ], "colonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Presley",1,1,1 ], "1935-77, U|S| rock-and-roll singer, who turned to singing ballads after 1960|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Presley",1,1,1 ], "His early recordings include the singles Heartbreak Hotel, Hound Dog, All shook up," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Presley",1,1,1 ], "and Don't be cruel (all 1956-58) and numbers from the soundtracks of films in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Presley",1,1,1 ], "which he appeared, including Jailhouse Rock and King Creole (both 1958)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pressburg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Bratislava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prester John",1,1,1 ], "a legendary Christian priest and king, believed in the Middle Ages to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prester John",1,1,1 ], "ruled in the Far East, but identified in the 14th century with the king of Ethiopia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Preston",1,1,1 ], "Ribble: developed as a weaving centre (17th-18th centuries)| Pop|: 97,365 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Preston",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, administrative centre of Lancashire, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prestonpans",1,1,1 ], "Forth: scene of the battle (1745) in which Prince Charles Edward and the Highlanders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prestonpans",1,1,1 ], "a small town and resort in SE Scotland, in Lothian region on the Firth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prestonpans",1,1,1 ], "defeated the English| Pop|: 3138 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prestwich",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 32,838 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pres|",1,1,1 ], "President" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pretoria",1,1,1 ], "the administrative capital of South Africa and capital of Transvaal province:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pretoria",1,1,1 ], "two universities (1873, 1930); large steelworks| Pop|: 543,950 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pretorius",1,1,1 ], "Andries Wilhelmus Jacobus | 1799-1853, a Boer leader in the Great Trek (1838)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pretorius",1,1,1 ], "The town Pretoria was named after him" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pretorius",1,1,1 ], "to escape British sovereignty; he also led an expedition to the Transvaal (1848)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pretorius",1,1,2 ], "his son, Marthinus Wessels (ma$:r!ti$:nys !w$es@s)| 1819-1901, first president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pretorius",1,1,2 ], "of the South African Republic (1857-71) and of the Orange Free State (1859-63)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Preussen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Prussia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Previn",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, U|S| orchestral conductor, born in Germany living in Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pri",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 69,524 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pri",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Yugoslavia, capital of the Kosovo-Metohija autonomous region:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pri",1,1,1 ], "under Turkish control until 1912; nearby is the 14th-century Gravcanica monastery|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Priam",1,1,1 ], "Paris, and Cassandra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Priam",1,1,1 ], "the last king of Troy, killed at its fall| He was father by Hecuba of Hector," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Priapus",1,1,1 ], "(in classical antiquity) the god of the male procreative power and of gardens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Priapus",1,1,1 ], "and vineyards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Priapus",1,1,2 ], "a representation of the penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pribilof Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the Bering Sea, off SW Alaska, belonging to the U|S|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pribilof Islands",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pribilof Islands",1,1,1 ], "the breeding ground of the northern fur seal| Area: about 168 sq| km (65 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Price Commission",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a commission established by the government in 1973 with authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Price Commission",1,1,1 ], "to control prices as a measure against inflation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pride",1,1,1 ], "died 1658, English soldier on the Parliamentary side during the Civil War| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pride",1,1,1 ], "expelled members of the Long Parliament hostile to the army (Pride's Purge, 1648) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pride",1,1,1 ], "signed Charles I's death warrant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,1 ], "Companions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,1 ], "JB born 1894, English author| His works include the novels The Good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,2 ], "(1929) and Angel Pavement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,3 ], "(1930) and the comedy Laburnum Grove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,4 ], "(1933)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,5 ], "Joseph| 1733-1804, English chemist, political theorist, and clergyman, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,5 ], "U|S| from 1794| He discovered oxygen (1774) independently of Scheele and isolated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Priestley",1,1,5 ], "and described many other gases" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prime Mover",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prime Mover",1,1,2 ], "God, esp| when considered as a first cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Primo de Rivera",1,1,1 ], "Falangism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Primo de Rivera",1,1,1 ], "Jose Antonio ($xo!se an!tonjo)| 1903-36, Spanish politician; founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Primo de Rivera",1,1,2 ], "(1923-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Primo de Rivera",1,1,2 ], "his father, Miguel (mi!$Gel)| 1870-1930, Spanish general; dictator of Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Primus",1,1,1 ], "a portable paraffin cooking stove, used esp| by campers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Albert",1,1,1 ], "a man's double-breasted frock coat worn esp| in the early 20th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Edward Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Gulf of St| Lawrence that constitutes the smallest Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Edward Island",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Edward Island",1,1,1 ], "province| Capital: Charlottetown| Pop|: 118,229 (1976)| Area: 5656 sq| km (2184 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Regent",1,1,1 ], "George IV as regent of Great Britain and Ireland during the insanity of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Regent",1,1,1 ], "father (1811-20)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Rupert",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Canada, on the coast of British Columbia: one of the W termini of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince Rupert",1,1,1 ], "the Canadian National transcontinental railway| Pop|: 15,747 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Darkness",1,1,1 ], "another name for Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Peace",1,1,1 ], "the future Messiah (Isaiah 9:6): held by most Christians to be Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales Island",1,1,1 ], "(14,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in N Canada, in the Northwest Territories| Area: about 36,000 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales Island",1,1,2 ], "about 4000 sq| km (1500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales Island",1,1,2 ], "an island in SE Alaska, the largest island in the Alexander Archipelago| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales Island",1,1,3 ], "an island in NE Australia, in N Queensland in the Torres Strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales Island",1,1,4 ], "the former name (until about 1867) of the island of Penang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales",1,1,1 ], "the eldest son and heir apparent of the British sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales",2,1,1 ], "Soviet Union: the westernmost point of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prince of Wales",2,1,1 ], "a cape in W Alaska, on the Bering Strait opposite the coast of the extreme NE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Princeton",1,1,1 ], "12,311 (1970)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Princeton",1,1,1 ], "a town in central New Jersey: settled by Quakers in 1696; an important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Princeton",1,1,1 ], "educational centre, seat of Princeton University (founded at Elizabeth in 1747 and moved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Princeton",1,1,1 ], "here in 1756); scene of the battle (1777) during the War of American Independence in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Princeton",1,1,1 ], "which Washington's troops defeated the British on the university campus| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Principe",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Gulf of Guinea, off the W coast of Africa: part of Sao Tome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Principe",1,1,1 ], "and Principe| Area: 150 sq| km (58 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Principle",1,1,1 ], "another word for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prior",1,1,1 ], "1664-1721, English poet and diplomat, noted for his epigrammatic occasional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prior",1,1,1 ], "verse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pripet",1,1,1 ], "Europe), then east into the Dnieper River| Length: about 800 km (500 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pripet",1,1,1 ], "a river in the W Soviet Union, rising in the NW Ukrainian SSR and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pripet",1,1,1 ], "northeast into the Belorussian SSR across the Pripet Marshes (the largest swamp in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Priscian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Priscianus Caesariensis| 6th century a|d| Latin grammarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Privatdocent",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in German-speaking countries) a university lecturer who formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Privatdocent",1,1,1 ], "received fees from his students rather than a university salary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Privy Council",1,1,1 ], "appointed for life" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Privy Council",1,1,1 ], "former ministers of the Crown and other distinguished subjects, all of whom are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Privy Council",1,1,1 ], "the private council of the British sovereign, consisting of all current and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proclus",1,1,1 ], "410-485 a|d|, Greek neo-Platonist philosopher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Procne",1,1,1 ], "a princess of Athens, who punished her husband for raping her sister Philomela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Procne",1,1,1 ], "by feeding him the flesh of their son| She was changed at her death into a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Procne",1,1,1 ], "swallow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Procopius",1,1,1 ], "490-562 a|d|, Byzantine historian, noted for his account of the wars of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Procopius",1,1,1 ], "Justinian I against the Persians, Vandals, and Ostrogoths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Procrustean",1,1,1 ], "tending or designed to produce conformity by violent or ruthless methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Procrustes",1,1,1 ], "a robber, who put travellers in his bed, stretching or lopping off their limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Procrustes",1,1,1 ], "so that they fitted it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Procyon",1,1,1 ], "faint companion| Visual magnitude: 0|4; spectral type: F3; distance: 11 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Procyon",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Canis Minor, a binary with a very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prof|",1,1,1 ], "Professor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Conservative Party",1,1,1 ], "(in Canada) a major political party with conservative policies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| political party, made up chiefly of dissident Republicans, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,1 ], "nominated Theodore Roosevelt as its presidential candidate in 1912 and supported" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,1 ], "primaries, progressive labour legislation, and other reforms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| political party, composed mostly of farmers, socialists, and unionists," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,2 ], "ownership of railways and of public utilities and other reforms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,2 ], "that nominated Robert La Follette for president in 1924 and supported public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,3 ], "a U|S| political party, composed chiefly of dissident Democrats, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,3 ], "industries, advocated social reforms, and opposed the Cold War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,3 ], "nominated Henry Wallace for president in 1948 and supported the nationalization of key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,4 ], "(in South Africa) the most liberal of the legally allowed political parties:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,4 ], "formed by secession from the United Party in 1959| The Progressive Party supports a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive Party",1,1,4 ], "qualified franchise for all South Africans irrespective of colour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive",1,1,1 ], "a member or supporter of a Progressive Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive",1,1,2 ], "a member or supporter of a chiefly agrarian reform movement advocating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive",1,1,2 ], "important in the early 1920s" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive",1,1,2 ], "nationalization of railways, low tariffs, an end to party politics, and similar measures:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive",1,2,1 ], "movement, or Progressives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Progressive",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a Progressive Party, Progressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prog|",1,1,1 ], "Progressive (Party, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prohibition",1,1,1 ], "intoxicating liquors was banned by constitutional amendment in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prohibition",1,1,1 ], "the period (1920-33) when the manufacture, sale, and transportation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prokofiev" ,1, 1, 1],"1891-1953, Soviet composer| His compositions include the orchestral fairy",1). c_DEF([ "Prokofiev" ,1, 1, 1],"tale",2). c_DEF([ "Prokofiev" ,1, 1, 2],"the opera The Love for Three Oranges (1921), and seven symphonies",1). c_DEF([ "Prokopyevsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in Kemerovo Region: the chief coal-mining centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prokopyevsk",1,1,1 ], "of the Kuznetsk Basin| Pop|: 268,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Promethean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Prometheus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Promethean",1,1,2 ], "creative, original, or life-enhancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Promethean",1,2,1 ], "a person who resembles Prometheus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prometheus",1,1,1 ], "a Titan, who stole fire from Olympus to give to mankind and in punishment was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prometheus",1,1,1 ], "chained to a rock, where an eagle tore at his liver until Hercules freed him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Promised Land",1,1,1 ], "heritage (Genesis 12:7)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Promised Land",1,1,1 ], "the land of Canaan, promised by God to Abraham and his descendants as their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Promised Land",1,1,2 ], "heaven, esp| when considered as the goal towards which Christians journey in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Promised Land",1,1,2 ], "their earthly lives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Promised Land",1,1,3 ], "any longed-for place where one expects to find greater happiness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Promised Land",1,1,3 ], "fulfilment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Propaganda",1,1,1 ], "a congregation responsible for directing the work of the foreign missions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Propaganda",1,1,1 ], "the training of priests for these" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Propertius",1,1,1 ], "50-15 b|c|, Roman elegiac poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prophet",1,1,1 ], "the principal designation of Mohammed as the founder of Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prophet",1,1,2 ], "a name for Joseph Smith as founder of the Mormon Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prophets",1,1,1 ], "Jewish tradition is subdivided into the Former Prophets, Joshua, Judges, I-II Samuel," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prophets",1,1,1 ], "Minor Prophets" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Prophets",1,1,1 ], "and I-II Kings, and the Latter Prophets, comprising those books which in Christian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prophets",1,1,1 ], "the books constituting the second main part of the Hebrew Bible, which in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prophets",1,1,1 ], "tradition are alone called the Prophets and which are divided into Major Prophets and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Propontis",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for (the Sea of)Marmara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proserpina",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of the underworld| Greek counterpart: Persephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protagoras",1,1,1 ], "485-411 b|c|, Greek philosopher and sophist, famous for his dictum Man is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protagoras",1,1,1 ], "measure of all things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Protector",1,1,1 ], "Protectorate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Protector",1,1,1 ], "Richard Cromwell (1658-59) as heads of state during the period known as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Protector",1,1,1 ], "short for Lord Protector, the title borne by Oliver Cromwell (1653-58) and by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proterozoic",1,1,1 ], "plants and animals are assumed to have lived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Proterozoic",1,1,1 ], "the later of two divisions of the Precambrian era, during which the earliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proterozoic",1,2,1 ], "of or formed in the late Precambrian era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protestant Episcopal Church",1,1,1 ], "the full title of the Episcopal Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protestant",1,1,1,1 ], "an adherent of Protestantism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protestant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protestantism",1,1,1 ], "principles established by Luther, Calvin, etc|, in the Reformation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Protestantism",1,1,1 ], "that are separated from the Roman Catholic Church and adhere substantially to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Protestantism",1,1,1 ], "the religion or religious system of any of the Churches of Western Christendom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protestantism",1,1,2 ], "the Protestant Churches collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protestantism",1,1,3 ], "adherence to the principles of the Reformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proteus",1,1,1 ], "a prophetic sea god capable of changing his shape at will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proto-Germanic",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Proto-Germanic",1,1,1 ], "the prehistoric unrecorded language that was the ancestor of all Germanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proto-Indo-European",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Proto-Indo-European",1,1,1 ], "the prehistoric unrecorded language that was the ancestor of all Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proto-Norse",1,1,1 ], "the North Germanic language of Scandinavia up to about 700 a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Protosemitic",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical parent language of the Semitic group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prot|",1,1,1 ], "Protestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prot|",1,1,2 ], "Protectorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proudhon" ,1, 1, 1],"1809-65, French socialist, whose pamphlet",1). c_DEF([ "Proudhon" ,1, 1, 2],"declared that property is theft|",1). c_DEF([ "Proust",1,1,1 ], "Joseph Louis (#foz$ef !lwi)| 1754-1826, French chemist, who formulated the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proust",1,1,1 ], "of constant proportions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Proust",1,1,2 ], "Marcel (mar!s$el)| 1871-1922, French novelist whose long novel A la recherche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proust",1,1,2 ], "du temps perdu (1913-27) deals with the relationship of the narrator to themes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Proust",1,1,2 ], "such as art, time, memory, and society| &285" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prout",1,1,1 ], "Ebenezer| 1835-1909, English musicologist and composer, noted for his editions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prout",1,1,1 ], "of works by Handel and J| S| Bach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prout",1,1,2 ], "William| 1785-1850, English chemist, noted for his modification of the atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prout",1,1,2 ], "theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Provencal",1,1,1 ], "dialect of French, or their Romance language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Provencal",1,1,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of Provence, its inhabitants, their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provencal",1,2,1 ], "Middle Ages as a literary language, and attempts have been made since the 19th century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Provencal",1,2,1 ], "a language of Provence, closely related to Catalan, French, and Italian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provencal",1,2,1 ], "belonging to the Romance group of the Indo-European family| It was important in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Provencal",1,2,1 ], "to revive its literary status" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Provencal",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Provence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provencale",1,1,1 ], "(of dishes) prepared with garlic, oil, and often tomatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provence",1,1,1 ], "a former province of SE France, on the Mediterranean, and the River Rhone:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provence",1,1,1 ], "forms an administrative region with Cote d'Azur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Proverbs",1,1,1 ], "a book of the Old Testament consisting of the proverbs of various Israelite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proverbs",1,1,1 ], "sages including Solomon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Providence",1,1,1 ], "God, esp| as showing foreseeing care and protection of his creatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Providence",2,1,1 ], "Bay: founded by Roger Williams in 1636| Pop|: 169,931 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Providence",2,1,1 ], "a port in NE Rhode Island, capital of the state, at the head of Narragansett" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provincetown",1,1,1 ], "(1620)| Pop|: 2911 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Provincetown",1,1,1 ], "a village in SE Massachusetts, at the tip of Cape Cod: scene of the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provincetown",1,1,1 ], "landing place of the Pilgrims (1620) and of the signing of the Mayflower Compact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Provisional",1,1,1 ], "Fein that have existed since a split in late 1969| The Provisional movement follows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Provisional",1,1,1 ], "of, designating, or relating to one of the two factions of the IRA and Sinn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provisional",1,1,1 ], "the traditional policy of terrorism to achieve Irish unity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Provisional",1,2,1 ], "a member of the Provisional IRA or Sinn Fein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Provo",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Provisional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prov|",1,1,1 ], "Provencal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prov|",1,1,2 ], "Proverbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prov|",1,1,3 ], "Province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prov|",1,1,4 ], "Provost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proxima",1,1,1 ], "a flare star in the constellation Centaurus that is the nearest star to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Proxima",1,1,1 ], "sun| It is a red dwarf of very low magnitude| Distance: 4|3 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prud'hon",1,1,1 ], "1758-1823, French painter, noted for the romantic and mysterious aura of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prud'hon",1,1,1 ], "portraits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prudentius",1,1,1 ], "348-410 a|d|, Latin Christian poet, born in Spain| His works include the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prudentius",1,1,1 ], "allegory Psychomachia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prussia",1,1,1 ], "German Empire was established; dissolved in 1947 and divided between East and West" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Prussia",1,1,1 ], "Germany, Poland, and the Soviet Union| Area: (in 1939) 294,081 sq| km (113,545 sq|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Prussia",1,1,1 ], "Low Countries to the Baltic Sea and Poland: developed as the chief military power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prussia",1,1,1 ], "a former German state in N and central Germany, extending from France and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussia",1,1,1 ], "miles)| German name: Preussen" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Prussia",1,1,1 ], "of the Continent, leading the North German Confederation from 1867-71, when the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian blue",1,1,1 ], "a dark blue insoluble crystalline compound of iron, ferric ferrocyanide, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian blue",1,1,1 ], "as a pigment in paints and fabric printing| Formula: Fe4Fe(CN)63" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian blue",1,1,1,1 ], "the blue or deep greenish-blue colour of this pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian",1,1,1 ], "Junkers and their formal military tradition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Prussia or its people, esp| of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian",1,2,1 ], "a German native or inhabitant of Prussia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian",1,2,2 ], "Baltic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prussian",1,2,2 ], "a member of a Baltic people formerly inhabiting the coastal area of the SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussianism",1,1,1 ], "discipline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prussianism",1,1,1 ], "the ethos of the Prussian state and aristocracy, esp| militarism and stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prussianize",1,1,1 ], "to make Prussian in character, esp| with respect to military matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prus|",1,1,1 ], "Prussia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prut",1,1,1 ], "River Danube| Length: 853 km (530 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Prut",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Europe, rising in the SW Ukrainian SSR and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prut",1,1,1 ], "southeast, forming part of the border between Rumania and the Soviet Union, to join the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prvert",1,1,1 ], "born 1900, Parisian poet, satirist, and writer of film scripts, noted esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prvert",1,1,1 ], "his song poems|He was a member of the surrealist group from 1925 to 1929" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prvost d'Exiles",1,1,1 ], "Lescaut (1731), which served as the basis for operas by Puccini and Massenet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Prvost d'Exiles",1,1,1 ], "known as Abbe Prevost| 1697-1763, French novelist, noted for his romance Manon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prynne",1,1,1 ], "1600-69, English Puritan leader and pamphleteer, whose ears were cut off in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Prynne",1,1,1 ], "punishment for his attacks on Laud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Przemy",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Poland, near the border with the Soviet Union on the San River: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Przemy",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Przemy",1,1,1 ], "fortress in the early Middle Ages; belonged to Austria (1722-1918)| Pop|: 54,800 (1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Przewalski's horse",1,1,1 ], "a rare wild horse, Equus przewalskii, of W Mongolia, having an erect mane and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Przewalski's horse",1,1,1 ], "no forelock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pr|",1,1,1 ], "Priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pr|",1,1,2 ], "Prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Psalms",1,1,1 ], "The Book of Psalms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Psalms",1,1,1 ], "the collection of 150 psalms in the Old Testament, the full title of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Psalter",1,1,1 ], "another name for Psalms, esp| in the version in the Book of Common Prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Psalter",1,1,2 ], "a translation, musical, or metrical version of the Psalms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Psalter",1,1,3 ], "a devotional or liturgical book containing a version of Psalms, often with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Psalter",1,1,3 ], "musical setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pseudepigrapha" ,1, 1, 1],"Greek canon of the Old Testament",3). c_DEF([ "Pseudepigrapha" ,1, 1, 1],"that claim to have been divinely revealed but which have been excluded from the",2). c_DEF([ "Pseudepigrapha" ,1, 1, 1],"various Jewish writings from the first century b|c| to the first century a|d|",1). c_DEF([ "Pskov",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, on the Velikaya River: one of the oldest Russian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pskov",1,1,1 ], "cities, at its height in the 13th and 14th centuries| Pop|: 151,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pskov",1,1,2 ], "Lake| the S part of Lake Peipus in the W Soviet Union, linked to the main part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pskov",1,1,2 ], "by a channel 24 km (15 miles) long| Area: about 1000 sq| km (400 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Psyche",1,1,1 ], "a beautiful girl loved by Eros (Cupid), who became the personification of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Psyche",1,1,1 ], "soul" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ps|",1,1,1 ], "Psalm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pt",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for platinum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptah",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egypt) a major god worshipped as the creative power, esp| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptah",1,1,1 ], "Memphis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ptain",1,1,1 ], "(1940-44) imprisoned for treason (1945)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ptain",1,1,1 ], "1856-1951, French marshal, noted for his victory at Verdun (1916) in World War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptain",1,1,1 ], "I and his leadership of the pro-Nazi government of unoccupied France at Vichy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pte|",1,1,1 ], "private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pto Alegre",1,1,1 ], "(1936 and 1948)| Pop|: 869,795 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pto Alegre",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Brazil, capital of the Rio Grande do Sul state: the country's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pto Alegre",1,1,1 ], "chief inland port; the chief commercial centre of S Brazil, with two universities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pto Velho",1,1,1 ], "Madeira River| Pop|: 88,856 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pto Velho",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Brazil, capital of the federal territory of Rondonia on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pto",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese name for Oporto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaeus",1,1,1 ], "a crater in the SE quadrant of the moon, about 140 kilometres (90 miles) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaeus",1,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic system",1,1,1 ], "Beyond the largest of these orbits lay a sphere of fixed stars" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic system",1,1,1 ], "earlier philosophers, stating that the earth lay at the centre of the universe with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic system",1,1,1 ], "sun, the moon, and the known planets revolving around it in complicated orbits|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic system",1,1,1 ], "the theory of planetary motion developed by Ptolemy from the hypotheses of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the ancient astronomer Ptolemy or to his conception of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic",1,1,1 ], "universe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic",1,1,2 ], "Alexander the Great (323 b|c|) to the death of Cleopatra (30 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Macedonian dynasty that ruled Egypt from the death of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemaist",1,1,1 ], "a believer in or adherent of the Ptolemaic system of the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy I",1,1,1 ], "Alexander the Great, who obtained Egypt on Alexander's death and founded the Ptolemaic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy I",1,1,1 ], "called Ptolemy Soter| 367-283 b|c|, king of Egypt (323-285 b|c|), a general of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy I",1,1,1 ], "dynasty: his capital Alexandria became the centre of Greek culture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy II",1,1,1 ], "(285-246)| Under his rule the power, prosperity, and culture of Egypt was at its height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy II",1,1,1 ], "called Philadelphus| 309-246 b|c|, the son of Ptolemy I; king of Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Claudius Ptolemaeus| 2nd-century a|d| Greek astronomer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy",1,1,1 ], "discoveries of the 15th century| His system of astronomy (see Ptolemaic system), as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy",1,1,1 ], "expounded in the Almagest, remained undisputed until the Copernican system was evolved" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ptolemy",1,1,1 ], "mathematician, and geographer| His Geography was the standard geographical textbook until the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pt|(in place names)" ,1, 1, 2],"Point",1). c_DEF([ "Pt|(in place names)" ,1, 1, 3],"Port",1). c_DEF([ "Pu",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for plutonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pu-yi",1,1,1 ], "1906-67, last emperor of China as Hsuan T'ung (1908-12); emperor of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pu-yi",1,1,1 ], "Japanese puppet state of Manchukuo as K'ang Te (1934-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Public Record Office",1,1,1 ], "an institution in which official records are stored and kept available for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Public Record Office",1,1,1 ], "inspection by the public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puccini" ,1, 1, 1],"1858-1924, Italian operatic composer, noted for the dramatic realism of his",1). c_DEF([ "Puccini" ,1, 1, 1],"operas, which include",2). c_DEF([ "Puccini" ,1, 1, 2],"La Boh`eme (1896), Tosca (1900), and Madame Butterfly (1904)",1). c_DEF([ "Pudsey",1,1,1 ], "38,127 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pudsey",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire between Leeds and Bradford| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puebla",1,1,1 ], "Puebla| Pop|: 2,508,226 (1970)| Area: 33,919 sq| km (13,096 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puebla",1,1,1 ], "an inland state of S central Mexico, situated on the Anahuac Plateau| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puebla",1,1,2 ], "(1537)| Pop|: 482,155 (1975 est|)| Full name: Puebla de Zaragoza ($de ~sara!$Gosa)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puebla",1,1,2 ], "a city in S Mexico, capital of Puebla state: founded in 1532; university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pueblo",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the North American Indian peoples who live in pueblos," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pueblo",1,1,1 ], "including the Tanoans, Zuni, and Hopi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puerto Rico",1,1,1 ], "(until 1932): Porto Rico" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Puerto Rico",1,1,1 ], "Juan| Pop|: 3,087,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 8674 sq| km (3349 sq|miles)| Former name" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Puerto Rico",1,1,1 ], "an autonomous commonwealth (in association with the U|S|) occupying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puerto Rico",1,1,1 ], "densely populated areas in the world; ceded by Spain to the U|S| in 1899| Capital: San" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Puerto Rico",1,1,1 ], "smallest and easternmost of the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean: one of the most" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puget Sound",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific in NW Washington| Length: about 130 km (80 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puglia",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Apulia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pugwash conferences",1,1,1 ], "international peace conferences of scientists held regularly to discuss world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pugwash conferences",1,1,1 ], "problems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pula",1,1,1 ], "Latin name: Pietas Julia|Italian name: Pola" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pula",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Yugoslavia, in NW Croatia at the S tip of the Istrian Peninsula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pula",1,1,1 ], "made a Roman military base in 178 b|c|; became the main Austro-Hungarian naval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pula",1,1,1 ], "station and passed to Italy in 1919, then to Yugoslavia in 1947| Pop|: 47,414 (1971)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pulitzer prize",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of prizes established by Joseph Pulitzer and awarded yearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pulitzer prize",1,1,1 ], "since 1917 for excellence in American journalism, literature, and music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pulitzer",1,1,1 ], "1847-1911, U|S| newspaper publisher, born in Hungary| He established the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pulitzer",1,1,1 ], "Pulitzer prizes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pullman",1,1,1 ], "a luxurious railway coach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pulmotor",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for pumping oxygen into the lungs during artificial respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punakha",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central Bhutan: a former capital of the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punch",1,1,1 ], "the main character in the traditional children's puppet show Punch and Judy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punchinello",1,1,1 ], "Punch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Punchinello",1,1,1 ], "a type of clown from Italian burlesque or puppet shows, the prototype of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punchinello",1,1,2 ], "any grotesque or absurd character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pune",1,1,1 ], "another name for Poona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punic Wars",1,1,1 ], "crushed Carthaginian power, destroying Carthage itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Punic Wars",1,1,1 ], "three wars (264-241 b|c|, 218-201 b|c|, and 149-146 b|c|), in which Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Carthage or the Carthaginians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punic",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of the treachery of the Carthaginians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punic",1,2,1 ], "the language of the ancient Carthaginians; a late form of Phoenician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punjab States",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a group of states in NW India, amalgamated in 1956 with Punjab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punjab States",1,1,1 ], "state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Punjab",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a province in NW British India: divided between India and Pakistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punjab",1,1,1 ], "in 1947" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Punjab",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 13,551,060 (1971)| Area: 50,255 sq| km (19,403 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Punjab",1,1,2 ], "a state of NW India: reorganized in 1966 as a Punjabi-speaking state, a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punjab",1,1,2 ], "part forming the new state of Haryana; mainly agricultural| Capital: Chandigarh|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Punjabi",1,1,1 ], "a member of the chief people of the Punjab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punjabi",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Punjabi",1,1,2 ], "the state language of the Punjab, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punjabi",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Punjab, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punta Arenas",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Chile, on the Strait of Magellan: the southernmost city in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Punta Arenas",1,1,1 ], "world| Pop|: 64,450 (1970 est|)| Former name: Magallanes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puppis" ,1, 2, 1],"a constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Vela and Canis Major, a",1). c_DEF([ "Puppis" ,1, 2, 1],"section of which is crossed by the Milky Way",2). c_DEF([ "Pur",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW central South America, rising in SE Peru and flowing northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pur",1,1,1 ], "to the Amazon| Length: about 3200 km (2000 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Purana",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of Sanskrit writings not included in the Vedas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Purana",1,1,1 ], "characteristically recounting the birth and deeds of Hindu gods and the creation, destruction, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Purana",1,1,1 ], "recreation of the universe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Purbeck marble",1,1,1 ], "a fossil-rich limestone that takes a high polish: used for building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Purcell",1,1,1 ], "Edward Mills| born 1912, U|S| physicist, noted for his work on the magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Purcell",1,1,1 ], "moments of atomic nuclei: shared the Nobel prize for physics (1952)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Purcell",1,1,2 ], "Henry| 1659-95, English composer, noted chiefly for his rhythmic and harmonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Purcell",1,1,2 ], "odes, fantasias, sonatas, and church music" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Purcell",1,1,2 ], "subtlety in setting words| His works include the opera Dido and Aeneas (1689), music for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Purcell",1,1,2 ], "the theatrical pieces King Arthur (1691) and The Fairy Queen (1692), several choral" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pure Land sects",1,1,1 ], "Mahayana Buddhist sects venerating the Buddha as the compassionate saviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puri",1,1,1 ], "Jagannath| Pop|: 72,712 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puri",1,1,1 ], "a port in E India, in Orissa on the Bay of Bengal: 12th-century temple of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Purification of the Virgin Mary" ,1, 1, 1],"Christianity",1). c_DEF([ "Purification of the Virgin Mary" ,1, 1, 2],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "Purification of the Virgin Mary" ,1, 1, 3],"purification (Luke 2:22)",2). c_DEF([ "Purification of the Virgin Mary" ,1, 1, 3],"the presentation of Jesus in the Temple after the completion of Mary's",1). c_DEF([ "Purification of the Virgin Mary" ,1, 1, 5],"the feast commemorating this (Feb| 2)",1). c_DEF([ "Purim",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish holiday celebrated on Adar 14, in February or March, to commemorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Purim",1,1,1 ], "the deliverance of the Jews from the massacre planned for them by Haman (Esther 9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puritan (in the late 16th and 17th centuries)" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "Puritan (in the late 16th and 17th centuries)" ,1, 1, 2],"any of the more extreme English Protestants, most of whom were Calvinists, who",1). c_DEF([ "Puritan (in the late 16th and 17th centuries)" ,1, 1, 2],"they deemed to be Catholic| ~adj",3). c_DEF([ "Puritan (in the late 16th and 17th centuries)" ,1, 1, 2],"wished to purify the Church of England of most of its ceremony and other aspects that",2). c_DEF([ "Puritan (in the late 16th and 17th centuries)" ,1, 1, 3],"of, characteristic of, or relating to the Puritans",1). c_DEF([ "Purple Heart",1,1,1 ], "a decoration awarded to members of the U|S| Armed Forces for a wound inflicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Purple Heart",1,1,1 ], "in action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pusan",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ 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general in the War of Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Putnam",1,1,2 ], "his cousin Rufus| 1738-1824, American soldier in the War of Independence;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Putnam",1,1,2 ], "surveyor general of the U|S| (1796-1803)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Putsch",1,1,1 ], "a violent and sudden uprising; political revolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Putumayo",1,1,1 ], "Brazilian name: Ica" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Putumayo",1,1,1 ], "Indians were enslaved and killed by rubber exploiters| Length: 1578 km (980 miles)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Putumayo",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW South America, rising in S Colombia and flowing southeast as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Putumayo",1,1,1 ], "most of the border between Colombia and Peru, entering the Amazon in Brazil: scene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Putumayo",1,1,1 ], "of the Putumayo rubber scandal (1910-11) during the rubber boom, in which many" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Puvis de Chavannes",1,1,1 ], "1824-98, French mural painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puy de D",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 596,699 (1975)| Area: 8016 sq| km (3126 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puy de D",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France in Auvergne region| Capital: Clermont-Ferrand|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puy de D",1,1,2 ], "Height: 1463 m (4800 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puy de D",1,1,2 ], "a mountain in central France, in the Auvergne Mountains: a volcanic plug|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Puy de Sancy",1,1,1 ], "(6188 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Puy de Sancy",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S central France: highest peak of the Monts Dore| Height: 1886 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pvid's deer",1,1,1 ], "a large grey deer, Elaphurus davidianus, surviving only in captivity as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pvid's deer",1,1,1 ], "descendants of a herd preserved in the Imperial hunting park near Peking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pvt|",1,1,1 ], "private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pydna",1,1,1 ], "Macedonians, resulting in the downfall of their kingdom (168 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pydna",1,1,1 ], "a town in ancient Macedonia: site of a major Roman victory over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pygmalion",1,1,1 ], "a king of Cyprus, who fell in love with the statue of a woman he had sculpted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pygmalion",1,1,1 ], "and which his prayers brought to life as Galatea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pygmy",1,1,1 ], "a member of one of the dwarf peoples of Equatorial Africa, noted for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pygmy",1,1,1 ], "hunting and forest culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pylos",1,1,1 ], "Greek name: Pilos" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Pylos",1,1,1 ], "Navarino (1827) during the War of Greek Independence| Italian name: Navarino|Modern" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pylos",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Greece, in the SW Peloponnese; scene of a defeat of the Spartans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pylos",1,1,1 ], "by the Athenians (425 b|c|) during the Peloponnesian War and of the Battle of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pym",1,1,1 ], "1584-1643, leading English parliamentarian during the events leading to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pym",1,1,1 ], "Civil War| He took a prominent part in the impeachment of Buckingham (1626) and of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pym",1,1,1 ], "Strafford and Laud (1640)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pyongyang",1,1,1 ], "centre; university (1946)| Pop|: 1,500,000 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyongyang",1,1,1 ], "the capital of North Korea, in the southwest on the Taedong River: industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyramus and Thisbe",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek legend) two lovers of Babylon: Pyramus, wrongly supposing Thisbe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyramus and Thisbe",1,1,1 ], "be dead, killed himself and she, encountering him in his death throes, did the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyramus and Thisbe",1,1,1 ], "same" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrenees",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range between France and Spain, extending from the Bay of Biscay to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrenees",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean| Highest peak: Pico de Aneto, 3404 m (11,168 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrex",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a variety of borosilicate glasses that have low coefficients of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrex",1,1,1,1 ], "apparatus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrex",1,1,1,1 ], "expansion, making them suitable for heat-resistant glassware used in cookery and chemical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrex",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrnor Pyrnlantiques",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 7712 sq| km (3008 sq| miles)| Former name: Basses-Pyrenees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrnor Pyrnlantiques",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France in Aquitaine region| Capital: Pau| Pop|: 552,615" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrnrientales",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 305,730 (1975)| Area: 4144 sq| km (1616 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrnrientales",1,1,1 ], "a department of S France, in Languedoc-Roussillon region| Capital: Perpignan|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrha",1,1,1 ], "Zeus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrha",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Deucalion, saved with him from the flood loosed upon mankind by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrhic victory",1,1,1 ], "a victory in which the victor's losses are as great as those of the defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrho",1,1,1 ], "365-275 b|c|, Greek philosopher; founder of scepticism| He maintained that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrho",1,1,1 ], "impossible to attain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrho",1,1,1 ], "true wisdom and happiness lie in suspension of judgment, since certain knowledge is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrhus",1,1,1 ], "319-272 b|c|, king of Epirus (306-272)| He invaded Italy but was ultimately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrhus",1,1,1 ], "defeated by the Romans (275 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pyrrhus",1,1,2 ], "another name for Neoptolemus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoras",1,1,1 ], "580-500 b|c|, Greek philosopher and mathematician| He founded a religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoras",1,1,1 ], "brotherhood, which followed a life of strict asceticism and greatly influenced the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoras",1,1,1 ], "development of mathematics and its application to music and astronomy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoras",2,1,1 ], "a deep crater in the NE quadrant of the moon, 136 kilometres in diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoras' theorem",1,1,1 ], "hypotenuse equals the sum of the squares of the other two sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoras' theorem",1,1,1 ], "the theorem that in a right-angled triangle the square of the length of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagorean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Pythagoras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagorean",1,1,2 ], "denoting the diatonic scale of eight notes arrived at by Pythagoras and based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagorean",1,1,2 ], "on a succession of fifths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagorean",1,2,1 ], "a follower of Pythagoras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoreanism",1,1,1 ], "essentially a manifestation of mathematical relationships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pythagoreanism",1,1,1 ], "the teachings of Pythagoras and his followers, esp| that the universe is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythia",1,1,1 ], "the priestess of Apollo at Delphi, who transmitted the oracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythian Games",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) the second most important Panhellenic festival, celebrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythian Games",1,1,1 ], "celebrations was known as a Pythiad " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Pythian Games",1,1,1 ], "in the third year of each Olympiad near Delphi| The four-year period between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Pythian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Delphi or its oracle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythian",1,2,1 ], "the priestess of Apollo at the oracle of Delphi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Pythian",1,2,2 ], "an inhabitant of ancient Delphi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Python",1,1,1 ], "a dragon, killed by Apollo at Delphi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P| & L|",1,1,1 ], "profit and loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P| & O|",1,1,1 ], "Peninsular and Oriental (Steamship Company)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|",1,1,1 ], "Pastor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|",1,1,2 ], "President" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|",1,1,3 ], "Priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|",1,1,4 ], "Prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,1 ], "personal assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,10 ], "purchasing agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,11 ], "personal appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,2 ], "Post Adjutant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,3 ], "power of attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,4 ], "press agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,5 ], "Press Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,6 ], "private account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,7 ], "public-address system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,8 ], "publicity agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|",1,1,9 ], "Publishers Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|X|",1,1,1 ], "private automatic exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|A|Y|E|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"earners is paid by employers directly to the government",2). c_DEF([ "P|A|Y|E|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"pay as you earn; a system by which income tax levied on wage and salary",1). c_DEF([ "P|B|",1,1,1 ], "British Pharmacopoeia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|B|",1,1,2 ], "Prayer Book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|B|X|",1,1,1 ], "external calls of a building, firm, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "P|B|X|",1,1,1 ], "private branch exchange a telephone system that handles the internal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|C|",1,1,1 ], "Parish Council(lor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|C|",1,1,2 ], "Past Commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|C|",1,1,3 ], "(in Britain) Police Constable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|C|",1,1,4 ], "Post Commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|C|",1,1,5 ], "Prince Consort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|C|",1,1,6 ], "(in Britain) Privy Council(lor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|C|",1,1,7 ], "(in Canada) Progressive Conservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|D|",1,1,1 ], "Police Department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|D|S|A|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"People's Dispensary for Sick Animals",1). c_DEF([ "P|E|",1,1,1 ], "physical education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|",1,1,2 ], "potential energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|",1,1,3 ], "Presiding Elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|",1,1,4 ], "printer's error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|",1,1,5 ], "probable error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|",1,1,6 ], "Protestant Episcopal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|I|",1,1,1 ], "Prince Edward Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|N| ",1,1,1 ], "International Association of Poets, Playwrights, Editors, Essayists, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|N| ",1,1,1 ], "Novelists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "P|E|P|",1,1,1 ], "political and economic planning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|G|",1,1,1 ], "paying guest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|G|",1,1,2 ], "postgraduate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|H|S|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Public Health Service",1). c_DEF([ "P|I|",1,1,1 ], "Philippine Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|L|A|",1,1,1 ], "Port of London Authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|L|O|",1,1,1 ], "Palestine Liberation Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|L|P|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Parliamentary Labour Party",1). c_DEF([ "P|L|R|",1,1,1 ], "Public Lending Right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|",1,1,1 ], "Prime Minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|",1,1,2 ], "Past Master (of a fraternity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|",1,1,3 ], "Paymaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|",1,1,4 ], "Postmaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|",1,1,5 ], "Provost Marshal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|G|",1,1,1 ], "Paymaster General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|G|",1,1,2 ], "Postmaster General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|M|G|",1,1,3 ], "Provost Marshal General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|N|",1,1,1 ], "promissory note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|",1,1,1 ], "Post Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|",1,1,2 ], "Personnel Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|",1,1,3 ], "petty officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|",1,1,4 ], "Pilot Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|",1,1,5 ], "Also: p|o| postal order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|B|",1,1,1 ], "Post Office Box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|D|",1,1,1 ], "pay on delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|E|",1,1,1 ], "port of embarkation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|E|",1,1,2 ], "port of entry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|P|",1,1,1 ], "Post Office Preferred (size of envelopes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|O|W|",1,1,1 ], "prisoner of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|P|",1,1,1 ], "Parish Priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|P|",1,1,2 ], "past President" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|P|E|",1,1,1 ], "philosophy, politics, and economics: a university course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|P|S|",1,1,1 ], "parliamentary private secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|P|S|",1,1,2 ], "post postscriptum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|Q|",1,1,1 ], "Province of Quebec" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|R|",1,1,1 ], "proportional representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|R|",1,1,2 ], "public relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|R|",1,1,3 ], "Puerto Rico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|R|B|",1,1,1 ], "(after the signatures of Pre-Raphaelite painters) Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|R|O|",1,1,1 ], "Public Records Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|R|O|",1,1,2 ], "public relations officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|",1,1,1 ], "Passenger Steamer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|",1,1,2 ], "phrase structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|",1,1,3 ], "Police Sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|",1,1,4 ], "postscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|",1,1,5 ], "private secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|",1,1,6 ], "prompt side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|T|",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) Pacific Standard Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|S|V|",1,1,1 ], "public service vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|",1,1,1 ], "physical therapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|",1,1,2 ], "physical training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|",1,1,3 ], "postal telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|",1,1,4 ], "pupil teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|",1,1,5 ], "(in Britain, formerly) purchase tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|A|",1,1,1 ], "Parent-Teacher Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|A|",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) Passenger Transport Authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|E|",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) Passenger Transport Executive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|T|O|",1,1,1 ], "please turn over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|W|",1,1,1 ], "policewoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "P|W|D|",1,1,1 ], "Public Works Department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q factor",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the relationship between stored energy and rate of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q factor",1,1,1 ], "dissipation in certain electrical components, devices, etc|, thus indicating their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Q factor",1,1,1 ], "efficiency| Symbol: Q" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Q factor",1,1,2 ], "electronvolts for each individual reaction| Symbol: Q" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Q factor",1,1,2 ], "the heat released in a nuclear reaction, usually expressed in millions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute disease characterized by fever and pneumonia, transmitted to man by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q fever",1,1,1 ], "the rickettsia Coxiella burnetii" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Q signal",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of three-letter symbols beginning with the letter Q, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q signal",1,1,1 ], "represent specific messages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Q",1,1,1 ], "queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q",1,1,2 ], "question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q",1,1,3 ], "heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q-ship",1,1,1 ], "a merchant ship with concealed guns, used to decoy enemy ships into the range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q-ship",1,1,1 ], "of its weapons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "QB",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QBP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's bishop's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QKt",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QKtP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's knight's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QN",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QNP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's knight's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QR",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's rook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QRP",1,1,1 ], "symbol for queen's rook's pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QSL",1,1,1 ], "acknowledgment of receipt of a communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QSL",1,1,2 ], "a card sent by post to confirm a communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QSO",1,1,1 ], "conversation or communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QSO",1,1,2 ], "quasi-stellar object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QST",1,1,1 ], "a general signal to all licensed amateur radio operators" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "QSY",1,1,1 ], "symbol for change transmission to another frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qaboos bin Said",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, sultan of Oman since 1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qaddish",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kaddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qairwan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Kairouan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qatar",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: riyal| Capital: Doha| Pop|: 89,000 (1974 UN est|)| Area: about 11,000" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Qatar",1,1,1 ], "a state in E Arabia, occupying a peninsula in the Persian Gulf: under Persian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qatar",1,1,1 ], "independence in 1970; exports petroleum and natural gas| Language: Arabic| Religion: Sunni" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Qatar",1,1,1 ], "rule until the 19th century; became a British protectorate in 1916; declared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Qatar",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (4250 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Qattara Depression",1,1,1 ], "about 18,000 sq| km| (7000 sq| miles)| Lowest point: 133 m (435 ft|) below sea level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Qattara Depression",1,1,1 ], "an arid basin in the Sahara Desert, in NW Egypt, impassable to vehicles| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qeshm",1,1,1 ], "Gulf| Area: 1336 sq| km (516 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Qeshm",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Persian Gulf: part of Iran; the largest island in the Persian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qeshm",1,1,2 ], "the chief town of this island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qishm",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Qeshm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qld|",1,1,1 ], "Queensland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qq|",1,1,1 ], "quartos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qq|",1,1,2 ], "questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quadragesima",1,1,1 ], "the first Sunday in Lent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quadragesima",1,1,2 ], "the forty days of Lent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quadragesimal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Lent or the season of Lent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quai d'Orsay",1,1,1 ], "is situated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quai d'Orsay",1,1,1 ], "the quay along the S bank of the Seine, Paris, where the French foreign office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker gun",1,1,1 ], "a dummy gun, as of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker meeting",1,1,1 ], "a gathering of the Quakers for worship, characterized by periods of silence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker meeting",1,1,1 ], "and by members' speaking as moved by the Spirit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Society of Friends, a Christian sect founded by George Fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker",1,1,1 ], "about 1650, whose central belief is the doctrine of the Inner Light| Quakers reject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker",1,1,1 ], "have promoted many causes for social reform" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker",1,1,1 ], "sacraments, ritual, and formal ministry, hold meetings at which any member may speak, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker",1,2,1 ], "beliefs or practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quaker",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating the Society of Friends or its religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quant",1,1,1 ], "born 1934, English fashion designer, whose Chelsea Look of mini-skirts and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quant",1,1,1 ], "geometrically patterned fabrics dominated London fashion in the 1960s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quashi",1,1,1 ], "an unsophisticated or gullible male Negro peasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quasimodo",1,1,1 ], "a character in Victor Hugo's novel Notre-Dame de Paris (1831), a grotesque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quasimodo",1,1,1 ], "hunch-backed bellringer of the cathedral of Notre Dame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quasimodo",1,1,2 ], "Nobel prize for literature 1959" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quasimodo",1,1,2 ], "Salvatore | 1901-68, Italian poet, whose early work expresses symbolist ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quasimodo",1,1,2 ], "and techniques| His later work is more concerned with political and social issues:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quaternary",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the most recent period of geological time, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quaternary",1,1,1 ], "succeeded the Tertiary period one million years ago" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quaternary",1,2,1 ], "Holocene (Recent) epochs or series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quaternary",1,2,1 ], "the| the Quaternary period or rock system, divided into Pleistocene and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quathlamba",1,1,1 ], "the Sesuto name for the Drakensberg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quatre Bras",1,1,1 ], "Waterloo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quatre Bras",1,1,1 ], "Wellington defeated the French under Marshal Ney, immediately preceding the battle of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quatre Bras",1,1,1 ], "a village in Belgium near Brussels; site of a battle in June 1815 where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qubecois",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the province of Quebec, esp| a French-speaking one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,1 ], "1,540,680 sq| km (594,860 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,1 ], "1608 to 1763, when it passed to Britain; lying mostly on the Canadian Shield, it has" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,1 ], "a province of E Canada: the largest Canadian province; a French colony from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,1 ], "around the St| Lawrence River| Capital: Quebec| Pop|: 6,234,445 (1976)| Area:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,1 ], "vast areas of forest and extensive tundra and is populated mostly in the plain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,2 ], "Abraham (1759), by which the British won Canada from the French| Pop|: 186,088 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,2 ], "Lawrence River: founded in 1608 by Champlain; scene of the battle of the Plains of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quebec",1,1,2 ], "a port in E Canada, capital of the province of Quebec, situated on the St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quechua",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of a group of South American Indian peoples of the Andes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quechua",1,1,1 ], "including the Incas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quechua",1,1,2 ], "the language or family of languages spoken by these peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Anne's Bounty",1,1,1 ], "Church Commissioners for England" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Anne's Bounty",1,1,1 ], "a fund formed by Queen Anne in 1704 for the augmentation of the livings of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Anne's Bounty",1,1,1 ], "poorer Anglican clergy| In 1948 the administrators of the fund were replaced by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Anne's Bounty",1,1,2 ], "the office or board administering this fund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Anne's War",1,1,1 ], "fought in North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Anne's War",1,1,1 ], "those conflicts (1702-13) of the War of the Spanish Succession that were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Anne's lace",1,1,1 ], "another name for the wild carrot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Charlotte Islands",1,1,1 ], "Columbia| Pop|: 3000 (1972 est|)| Area: 9596 sq| km (3705 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Charlotte Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of about 150 islands off the W coast of Canada: part of British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Elizabeth Islands",1,1,1 ], "Canadian Arctic archipelago, lying N of latitude 74 degrees N; part of the Northwest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Elizabeth Islands",1,1,1 ], "Territories| Area: about 390,000 sq| km (150,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Elizabeth Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands off the N coast of Canada: the northernmost islands of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Mab",1,1,1 ], "(in British folklore) a bewitching fairy who rules over men's dreams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Maud Land",1,1,1 ], "by Norway in 1939" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Maud Land",1,1,1 ], "the large section of Antarctica between Coats Land and Enderby Land: claimed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Maud Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in Antarctica, in S Ross Dependency, extending for about 800" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen Maud Range",1,1,1 ], "km (500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Bench Division",1,1,1 ], "(in England when the sovereign is female) one of the divisions of the High" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Bench Division",1,1,1 ], "Court of Justice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Counsel",1,1,1 ], "(in England when the sovereign is female) a barrister appointed Counsel to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Counsel",1,1,1 ], "Crown on the recommendation of the Lord Chancellor, entitled to sit within the bar of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Counsel",1,1,1 ], "King's Counsel" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Counsel",1,1,1 ], "the court and to wear a silk gown" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's County",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Laoighis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Guide",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and the Commonwealth when the sovereign is female) a Guide who has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Guide",1,1,1 ], "passed the highest tests of proficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Regulations",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and certain other Commonwealth countries when the sovereign is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Regulations",1,1,1 ], "female) the code of conduct for members of the armed forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Scout",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and the Commonwealth when the sovereign is female) a Scout who has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Scout",1,1,1 ], "Scout" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's Scout",1,1,1 ], "passed the highest tests of endurance, proficiency, and skill|U|S| equivalent: Eagle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's proctor",1,1,1 ], "(in England when the sovereign is female) an official empowered to intervene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's proctor",1,1,1 ], "being suppressed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's proctor",1,1,1 ], "in divorce and certain other cases when it is alleged that material facts are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's speech",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and certain other Commonwealth countries when the sovereign is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen's speech",1,1,1 ], "female) another name for the speech from the throne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen-Anne",1,1,1 ], "1720-70, characterized by the use of unencumbered curves, walnut veneer, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen-Anne",1,1,1 ], "a style of furniture popular in England about 1700-20 and in America about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen-Anne",1,1,1 ], "cabriole leg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queen-Anne",1,2,1 ], "in or of this style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen-Anne",1,2,2 ], "denoting or relating to a style of architecture popular in England during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queen-Anne",1,2,2 ], "early 18th century, characterized by red-brick construction with classical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queen-Anne",1,2,2 ], "ornamentation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queenborough in Sheppey",1,1,1 ], "Queenborough, Sheerness, and Sheppey| Pop|: 31,541 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queenborough in Sheppey",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in Kent: formed in 1968 by the amalgamation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queens",1,1,1 ], "a borough of E New York City, on Long Island| Pop|: 1,986,473 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queensberry rules",1,1,1 ], "gloves, rounds of three minutes, and restrictions on the types of blows allowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queensberry rules",1,1,1 ], "the code of rules followed in modern boxing, requiring the use of padded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queensberry rules",1,1,2 ], "gentlemanly or polite conduct, esp| in a dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queensland lungfish",1,1,1 ], "Queensland rivers but introduced elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queensland lungfish",1,1,1 ], "a lungfish, Neoceratodus forsteri, reaching a length of six feet: occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queensland nut",1,1,1 ], "another name for macadania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queensland",1,1,1 ], "(1976)| Area: 1,727,500 sq| km (667,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Queensland",1,1,1 ], "Reef; the Great Dividing Range lies in the east, separating the coastal lowlands from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queensland",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Australia: fringed on the Pacific side by the Great Barrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Queensland",1,1,1 ], "the dry Great Artesian Basin in the south| Capital: Brisbane| Pop|: 2,037,000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Queenstown",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1849-1922) of Cobh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quelpart",1,1,1 ], "another name for Cheju" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quemoy",1,1,1 ], "an island in Formosa Strait, off the SE coast of China: administratively part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quemoy",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quemoy",1,1,1 ], "of Taiwan| Pop| (with associated islets): 61,305 (1971)| Area: 130 sq| km (50 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Queneau" ,1, 1, 1],"1903-76, French writer, influenced in the 1920s by surrealism|His novels",1). c_DEF([ "Queneau" ,1, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "Quertaro",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Queretaro| Pop|: 485,523 (1970)| Area: 11,769 sq| km (4544 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quertaro",1,1,1 ], "an inland state of central Mexico: economy based on agriculture and mining|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quertaro",1,1,2 ], "(1848) of the treaty ending the U|S|-Mexican War and of the execution of Emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quertaro",1,1,2 ], "Maximilian (1867)| Pop|: 150,226 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quertaro",1,1,2 ], "a city in central Mexico, capital of Queretaro state: scene of the signing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quesnay" ,1, 1, 1],"1694-1774, French political economist, encyclopedist, and physician|He",1). c_DEF([ "Quesnay" ,1, 1, 1],"propounded the theory championed by the physiocrats in his",2). c_DEF([ "Quetta",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Pakistan, at an altitude of 1650 m (5500 ft|): a summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quetta",1,1,1 ], "resort, military station, and trading centre| Pop|: 156,000 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quetzalcoatl",1,1,1 ], "a god of the Aztecs and Toltecs, represented as a feathered serpent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quezon City",1,1,1 ], "994,679 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quezon City",1,1,1 ], "adjoins) as capital in 1948; seat of the University of the Philippines (1908)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quezon City",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Philippines, on central Luzon: replaced Manila (which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quezon y Molina",1,1,1 ], "1878-1944, Philippine statesman: first president of the Philippines (from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quezon y Molina",1,1,1 ], "1935) and head of the government in exile after the Japanese conquest of the islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quezon y Molina",1,1,1 ], "in World War II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Que|",1,1,1 ], "Quebec" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qui Nhong",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Vietnam, on the South China Sea| Pop|: 188,717 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quiberon",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of NW France, on the S coast of Brittany: a naval battle was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quiberon",1,1,1 ], "defeated the French" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quiberon",1,1,1 ], "fought off its coast in 1759 during the Seven Years' War, in which the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quichua",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Quechua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quilmes",1,1,1 ], "(1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quilmes",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Argentina: a resort and suburb of Buenos Aires| Pop|: 355,300" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quimper",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW France: capital of Finistere department| Pop|: 60,510 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quinn",1,1,1 ], "La Strada (1954) and Zorba the Greek (1964)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quinn",1,1,1 ], "born 1915, U|S| film actor, born in Mexico: noted esp| for his performances in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quinquagesima",1,1,1 ], "the Sunday preceding Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quintana Roo",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Mexico, on the E Yucatan Peninsula: hot, humid, forested, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quintana Roo",1,1,1 ], "inhabited chiefly by Maya Indians| Capital: Chetumal| Pop|: 88,150 (1970)| Area: 42,031" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quintana Roo",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (16,228 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quintilian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Marcus Fabius Quintilianus| 35-96 a|d|, Roman rhetorician and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quintilian",1,1,1 ], "teacher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quirinal",1,1,1 ], "one of the seven hills on which ancient Rome was built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quirinus",1,1,1 ], "a god of war, who came to be identified with the deified Romulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quirites",1,1,1 ], "the citizens of ancient Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quito",1,1,1 ], "before the Incan conquest in 1487; a cultural centre since the beginning of Spanish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Quito",1,1,1 ], "rule (1534); two universities| Pop|: 564,900 (1972 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Quito",1,1,1 ], "south of the equator: the oldest capital in South America, existing many centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Quito",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Ecuador, in the north at an altitude of 2850 m (9350 ft|), just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Qum",1,1,1 ], "140,000 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Qum",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW central Iran: a place of pilgrimage for Shiite Muslims| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quonset hut",1,1,1 ], "a military shelter made of corrugated steel sheet, having a semicircular cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Quonset hut",1,1,1 ], "section| Brit| equivalent: Nissen hut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Qur'an",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Koran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|",1,1,1 ], "quartermaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|",1,1,2 ], "Also: q| quarto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|",1,1,3 ], "Quebec" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|",1,1,4 ], "Queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|",1,1,5 ], "question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|",1,1,6 ], "Q factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|A|R|A|N|C|",1,1,1 ], "Queen Alexandra's Royal Army Nursing Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|B|",1,1,1 ], "Queen's Bench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|C|",1,1,1 ], "Queen's Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|E|D|",1,1,1 ], "quod erat demonstrandum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|E|F|",1,1,1 ], "quod erat faciendum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|F|",1,1,1 ], "quick-firing (rifle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|M|",1,1,1 ], "Quartermaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|M|C|",1,1,1 ], "Quartermaster Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|M|G|",1,1,1 ], "Quartermaster General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|M|S|",1,1,1 ], "Quartermaster Sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Q|S|",1,1,1 ], "quarter sessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R & B",1,1,1 ], "rhythm and blues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R & D",1,1,1 ], "research and development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R and R",1,1,1 ], "rest and recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,1 ], "Reaumur (scale)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,1 ], "radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,1,1 ], "rand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,1,2 ], "rupee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,2 ], "Reaumur (scale)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,3 ], "resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,4 ], "rontgen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,5 ], "rook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,6 ], "Royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,7 ], "gas constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,8 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R",1,1,9 ], "Rumania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Argentina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RADA",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RADA",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Royal Academy of Dramatic Art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RAF",1,1,1 ], "Royal Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RAM",1,1,1 ], "acronym for random access memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RATO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for rocket-assisted takeoff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RB",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RB",1,1,2 ], "Botswana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RB-",1,1,1 ], "reconnaissance bomber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RC",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RC",1,1,2 ], "China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RCA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Central African Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RCB(CG)" ,1, 1, 1],"international car registration for Congo",1). c_DEF([ "RCH",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Republic of Chile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "REM",1,1,1 ], "acronym for roentgen equivalent man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "REM",1,1,1 ], "rapid eye movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "REME",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RF",1,1,1 ], "radio frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RH|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Highness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RH|",1,1,2 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RH|",1,1,3 ], "Haiti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RI",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RI",1,1,2 ], "Indonesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RIM",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RIM",1,1,2 ], "Mauritania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RL",1,1,2 ], "Lebanon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RM",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Malagasy Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RMM",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RMM",1,1,2 ], "Mali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RNA",1,1,1 ], "bases cytosine and uracil, and phosphoric acid" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "RNA",1,1,1 ], "cells, that play an essential role in the synthesis of proteins| On hydrolysis they" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "RNA",1,1,1 ], "ribonucleic acid; any of a group of nucleic acids, present in all living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RNA",1,1,1 ], "yield the pentose sugar ribose, the purine bases adenine and guanine, the pyrimidine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ROK",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Republic of Korea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ROM",1,1,1 ], "acronym for random only memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ROSPA",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ROSPA",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RP",1,1,1 ], "Received Pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RP",1,1,2 ], "Reformed Presbyterian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RP",1,1,3 ], "Regius Professor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RSFSR",1,1,1 ], "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RSJ",1,1,1 ], "rolled-steel joist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RSR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Rhodesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RTL",1,1,1 ], "Resistor Transistor Logic: a stage in the development of electronic logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RTL",1,1,1 ], "circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "RTT",1,1,1 ], "radioteletype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RU",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Burundi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "RWA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Rwanda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ra",1,1,1 ], "by a solar disc and serpent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ra",1,1,1 ], "the ancient Egyptian sun god, depicted as a man with a hawk's head surmounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ra",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for radium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rabat",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: (with Sal'e) 530,366 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rabat",1,1,1 ], "fortified military centre in the 12th century and a Corsair republic in the 17th century|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rabat",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Morocco, in the northwest on the Atlantic coast: became a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rabaul",1,1,1 ], "Territory of New Guinea until 1941; almost surrounded by volcanoes| Pop|: 24,778 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rabaul",1,1,1 ], "a port on NE New Britain Island, in the Bismarck Archipelago: capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rabbath Ammon",1,1,1 ], "the ancient royal city of the Ammonites, on the site of modern Amman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rabbinic",1,1,1 ], "the form of the Hebrew language used by the rabbis of the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rabelais" ,1, 1, 1],"1494-1553, French writer| His written works, esp",1). c_DEF([ "Rabelais" ,1, 2, 1],"1639-99, French tragic poet and dramatist|His plays include",1). c_DEF([ "Rabelaisian",1,1,1 ], "bawdy humour and sharp satire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rabelaisian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the work of Rabelais, esp| by broad, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rabelaisian",1,2,1 ], "a student or admirer of Rabelais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rabia",1,1,1 ], "Rabia II respectively; the Muslim spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rabia",1,1,1 ], "either the third or the fourth month of the Muslim year, known as Rabia I and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Race",1,1,1 ], "a cape at the SE extremity of Newfoundland, Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rachel",1,1,1 ], "(Genesis 29-35)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rachel",1,1,1 ], "the second and best-loved wife of Jacob; mother of Joseph and Benjamin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rachmaninoff",1,1,1 ], "1873-1943, Russian piano virtuoso and composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rachmanism",1,1,1 ], "extortion or exploitation by a landlord of tenants of dilapidated or slum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rachmanism",1,1,1 ], "property, esp| when involving intimidation or use of racial fears to drive out sitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rachmanism",1,1,1 ], "tenants whose rent is fixed at a low rate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rackham",1,1,1 ], "1867-1939, English artist, noted for his book illustrations, esp| of fairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rackham",1,1,1 ], "tales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Radcliffe",1,1,1 ], "1764-1823, English novelist, noted for her Gothic romance The Mysteries of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Radcliffe",1,1,1 ], "Udolpho (1794)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Radetzky",1,1,1 ], "Count Joseph | 1766-1858, Austrian field marshal in the campaigns against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Radetzky",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon; governor of Lombardy-Venetia in N Italy (1850-57)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Radiguet" ,1, 1, 1],"1903-23, French novelist the author of",1). c_DEF([ "Radiguet" ,1, 1, 2],"The Devil in the Flesh",1). c_DEF([ "Radiguet" ,1, 1, 3],"and Count d'Orgel (1924)",1). c_DEF([ "Radnorshire",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of E Wales, now part of Powys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Radom",1,1,1 ], "1918| Pop|: 168,700 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Radom",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Poland: under Austria from 1795 to 1815 and Russia from 1815 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raeburn",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry| 1756-1823, Scottish portrait painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rafferty",1,1,1 ], "no rules at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raffles",1,1,1 ], "Singapore (1819)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raffles",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas Stamford| 1781-1826, English colonial administrator: founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raglan",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Raglan| 1788-1855, English field marshal, who commanded British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raglan",1,1,1 ], "troops (1854-55) in the Crimean War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ragnaror Ragnarok",1,1,1 ], "the ultimate destruction of the gods in a cataclysmic battle with evil, out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ragnaror Ragnarok",1,1,1 ], "which a new order will arise| German equivalent: Gotterdammerung" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ragusa",1,1,1 ], "Heraea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ragusa",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in SE Sicily| Pop|: 59,509 (1971)| Ancient name: Hybla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ragusa",1,1,2 ], "the Italian name (until 1918) for Dubrovnik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rahman (Putra Al-Haj)" ,1, 1, 1],"(1957-59 and 1959-63); prime minister of Malaysia since 1964",2). c_DEF([ "Rahman (Putra Al-Haj)" ,1, 1, 1],"1Tunku Abdul | born 1903, Malaysian statesman; prime minister of Malaya",1). c_DEF([ "Rainbow Bridge",1,1,1 ], "85 m (278 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rainbow Bridge",1,1,1 ], "a natural stone bridge over a creek in SE Utah| Height: 94 m (309 ft|)| Span:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rainier III",1,1,1 ], "1928)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rainier III",1,1,1 ], "full name Rainier Louis Henri Maxence Bertrand de Grimaldi| born 1923, ruling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rainier III",1,1,1 ], "prince of Monaco since 1949| He married (1956) the U|S| actress Grace Kelly (born" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rainier",1,1,1 ], "Cascade Range| Height: 4392 m (14,410 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rainier",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W Washington State: the highest mountain in the state and in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raj",1,1,1 ], "the British government in India before 1947" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rajab",1,1,1 ], "the seventh month of the Muslim year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rajasthan",1,1,1 ], "(132,152 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rajasthan",1,1,1 ], "Desert in the west| Capital: Jaipur| Pop|: 25,765,806 (1971)| Area: 342,274 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rajasthan",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW India, bordering on Pakistan: formed in 1958; contains the Thar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rajkot",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, in S Gujerat| Pop|: 300,612 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rajput",1,1,1 ], "one of a Hindu military caste claiming descent from the Kshatriya, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rajput",1,1,1 ], "original warrior caste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rajputana",1,1,1 ], "a former group of princely states in NW India: now mostly part of Rajasthan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rajya Sabha",1,1,1 ], "the upper chamber of India's Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rakata",1,1,1 ], "another name for Krakatoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raleigh",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central North Carolina, capital of the state| Pop|: 133,050 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raleigh",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raleigh",2,1,1 ], "Elizabeth I| After unsuccessful attempts to colonize Virginia (1584-89), he led two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raleigh",2,1,1 ], "Sir Walter| 1552-1618, English courtier, explorer, and writer; favourite of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raleigh",2,1,1 ], "beheaded in 1618" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Raleigh",2,1,1 ], "expeditions to the Orinoco to search for gold (1595; 1616)| He introduced tobacco and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Raleigh",2,1,1 ], "potatoes into England, and was imprisoned (1603-16) for conspiracy under James I| He was" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ram",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Aries, the first sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rama",1,1,1 ], "(in Hindu mythology) any of Vishnu's three incarnations (the heroes Balarama," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rama",1,1,1 ], "Parashurama, or Ramachandra)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramachandra",1,1,1 ], "(in Hindu mythology) an incarnation of Vishnu the hero of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramachandra",1,1,2 ], "Ramayana and a character in the Mahabharata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramadan",1,1,1 ], "a period of 30 days in the ninth month of the Muslim year, during which strict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramadan",1,1,1 ], "fasting is observed from sunrise to sunset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramadan",1,1,2 ], "the fast itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramakrishna",1,1,1 ], "1834-86, Hindu yogi and religious reformer|He preached the equal value of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramakrishna",1,1,1 ], "religions as different paths to God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raman effect",1,1,1 ], "material| The effect is used in Raman spectroscopy for studying the properties of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raman effect",1,1,1 ], "molecules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Raman effect",1,1,1 ], "the change in wavelength of light that is scattered by electrons within a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramat Gan",1,1,1 ], "a city in Israel, E of Tel Aviv| Pop|: 120,200 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramayana",1,1,1 ], "Ramachandra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramayana",1,1,1 ], "a Sanskrit epic poem, composed about 300 b|c|, recounting the feats of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rambert",1,1,1 ], "Dame Marie| born 1888, British ballet dancer and teacher, born in Poland:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rambert",1,1,1 ], "founded the Ballet Rambert (1926)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rambouillet",1,1,1 ], "a fine-woolled merino-like breed of sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rameau" ,1, 1, 1],"1683-1764, French composer|His works include the opera",1). c_DEF([ "Rameau" ,1, 1, 2],"chamber music, harpsichord pieces, church music, and cantatas|His Trait''e",1). c_DEF([ "Rameau" ,1, 1, 2],"de l'harmonie (1722) was of fundamental importance in the development of modern",2). c_DEF([ "Rameau" ,1, 1, 2],"harmony|",3). c_DEF([ "Rameses",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ramses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramillies",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Belgium where the Duke of Marlborough defeated the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramillies",1,1,1 ], "in 1706" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rampur",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in N Uttar Pradesh| Pop|: 161,417 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsay",1,1,1 ], "Allan| 1686-1758, Scottish poet, noted particularly for his pastoral comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsay",1,1,1 ], "The Gentle Shepherd (1725)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsay",1,1,2 ], "James Andrew Broun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsay",1,1,3 ], "Rayleigh, isolated helium (1895), and identified neon, krypton, and xenon: Nobel prize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsay",1,1,3 ], "Sir William| 1852-1916, Scottish chemist| He discovered argon (1894) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsay",1,1,3 ], "for chemistry (1904)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ramses II",1,1,1 ], "died 1225 b|c|, king of ancient Egypt (??1292-??25)| His reign was marked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramses II",1,1,1 ], "rock temple at Abu Simbel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ramses II",1,1,1 ], "war with the Hittites and the construction of many colossal monuments, esp| the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramses III",1,1,1 ], "died 1167 b|c|, king of ancient Egypt (??1198-??67)| His reign was marked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramses III",1,1,1 ], "wars in Libya and Syria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramses",1,1,1 ], "any of 12 kings of ancient Egypt, who ruled from 1315 to 1090 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsey",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, Archbishop of Canterbury (1961-74)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsgate",1,1,1 ], "39,482 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ramsgate",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE England, in E Kent on the North Sea coast| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rancagua",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Chile| Pop|: 108,010 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ranchi",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in E India, in S Bihar between the coal and iron belts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ranchi",1,1,1 ], "the Chota Nagpur Plateau| Pop|: 175,934 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rand",1,1,1 ], "short for Witwatersrand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Randers",1,1,1 ], "a port and industrial centre in Denmark, in E Jutland on Randers Fjord (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Randers",1,1,1 ], "inlet of the Kattegat)| Pop|: 57,318 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Randolph",1,1,1 ], "Edmund Jennings, 1753-1813, U|S| politician| He was a member of the convention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Randolph",1,1,1 ], "of state (1794-95)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Randolph",1,1,1 ], "that framed the U|S| constitution (1787), attorney general (1789-94), and secretary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Randolph",1,1,2 ], "John, called Randolph of Roanoke|1773-1833, U|S| politician, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Randolph",1,1,2 ], "eloquence: in 1820 he opposed the Missouri Compromise that outlawed slavery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Randolph",1,1,3 ], "Sir Thomas;1st Earl of Moray| Died 1332, Scottish soldier: regent after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Randolph",1,1,3 ], "death of Robert the Bruce (1329)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ranger",1,1,1 ], "a member of the senior branch of the Guides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ranger",2,1,1 ], "any of a series of nine American lunar probes launched between 1961 and 1965," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ranger",2,1,1 ], "three of which transmitted to earth photographs of the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rangoon",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rangoon",1,1,1 ], "dominated by the gold-covered Shwe Dagon pagoda, 112 m (368 ft|) high| Pop|: 2,055,365" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rangoon",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Burma: an industrial city and transport centre;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ranjit Singh",1,1,1 ], "Punjab" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ranjit Singh",1,1,1 ], "called the Lion of the Punjab| 1780-1839; founder of the Sikh kingdom in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rank",1,1,1 ], "1884-1939, Austrian psychoanalyst, noted for his theory that the trauma of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rank",1,1,1 ], "birth may be reflected in certain forms of mental illness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rankine scale",1,1,1 ], "an absolute scale of temperature in which the unit of temperature is equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rankine scale",1,1,1 ], "degrees F" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rankine scale",1,1,1 ], "that on the Fahrenheit scale and the zero value of temperature is equal to -459|67" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ransome",1,1,1 ], "1884-1967, English writer, best known for his books for children, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ransome",1,1,1 ], "Swallows and Amazons (1930) and Great Northern(1947)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rapa Nui",1,1,1 ], "another name for Easter Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rapacki",1,1,1 ], "1909-70, Polish politician|As foreign minister (1956-68), he proposed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rapacki",1,1,1 ], "establishment of a denuclearized zone in Europe (the Rapacki Plan)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rapallo",1,1,1 ], "26,713 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rapallo",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in NW Italy, in Liguria on the Gulf of Rapallo (an inlet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rapallo",1,1,1 ], "the Ligurian Sea): scene of the signing of two treaties after World War I| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raphael",1,1,1 ], "one of the archangels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raphael",1,1,2 ], "1520)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Raphael",1,1,2 ], "architect, regarded as one of the greatest artists of the High Renaissance| His many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raphael",1,1,2 ], "original name Raffaello Santi or Sanzio| 1483-1520, Italian painter and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raphael",1,1,2 ], "paintings include the Sistine Madonna (??1513) and the Transfiguration (unfinished," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rarotonga",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, in the SW Cook Islands: the chief island of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rarotonga",1,1,1 ], "group| Chief settlement: Avarua| Pop|: 9971 (1966)| Area: 67 sq| km (26 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rasht",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Iran, near the Caspian Sea: agricultural and commercial centre in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rasht",1,1,1 ], "a rice-growing area| Pop|: 175,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rask",1,1,1 ], "1787-1832, Danish philologist|He pioneered comparative philology with his work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rask",1,1,1 ], "on Old Norse (1818)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rasmussen",1,1,1 ], "1879-1933, Danish arctic explorer and ethnologist|He led several expeditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rasmussen",1,1,1 ], "originally migrants from Asia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rasmussen",1,1,1 ], "through the Arctic in support of his theory that the North American Indians were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rasputin",1,1,1 ], "1871-1916, Siberian peasant monk, notorious for his debauchery, who wielded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rasputin",1,1,1 ], "great influence over Tsarina Alexandra|He was assassinated by a group of Russian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rasputin",1,1,1 ], "noblemen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rastafarian",1,1,1 ], "Ethiopia, Haile Selassie) as God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rastafarian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Jamaican cult that regards Ras Tafari (the former emperor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rastafarian",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to the Rastafarians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rathenau",1,1,1 ], "1867-1922, German industrialist and statesman: he organized the German war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rathenau",1,1,1 ], "affairs (1922), and was largely responsible for the treaty of Rapallo with Russia|His" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rathenau",1,1,1 ], "assassination by right-wing extremists caused a furore" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rathenau",1,1,1 ], "industries during World War I, became minister of reconstruction (1921) and of foreign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ratisbon",1,1,1 ], "the former English name for Regensburg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ratlam",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW India, in Madhya Pradesh| Pop|: 106,666 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ratskeller",1,1,1 ], "the cellar of a town hall, esp| one used as a beer hall or restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ratskeller",1,1,2 ], "any similar establishment, esp| in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rattigan",1,1,1 ], "Boy (1946), Separate Tables (1954), and Ross (1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rattigan",1,1,1 ], "Sir Terence Mervyn| 1911-77, English playwright| His plays include The Winslow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raumur scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale of temperature in which the freezing point of water is taken as 0" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Raumur scale",1,1,1 ], "degrees and the boiling point is 80 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Raumur",1,1,1 ], "indicating measurement on the Reaumur scale of temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ravel",1,1,1 ], "1875-1937, French composer, noted for his use of unresolved dissonances and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ravel",1,1,1 ], "mastery of tone colour| His works include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ravel",1,1,2 ], "and Le Tombeau de Couperin (1917) for piano, Bol'""ero (1928) for orchestra," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ravel",1,1,2 ], "and the ballet Daphnis et Chlo'""e (1912)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ravenna",1,1,1 ], "Empire from 402 to 476, of the Ostrogoths from 493 to 526, and of the Byzantine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ravenna",1,1,1 ], "a city and port in NE Italy, in Emilia-Romagna: capital of the Western Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ravenna",1,1,1 ], "exarchate from 584 to 751; famous for its ancient mosaics| Pop|: 137,303 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rawalpindi",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in N Pakistan: interim capital of Pakistan (1959-67) during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rawalpindi",1,1,1 ], "the building of Islamabad| Pop|: 615,392 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rawsthorne",1,1,1 ], "1905-71, English composer, whose works include three symphonies, several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rawsthorne",1,1,1 ], "concertos, and a set of Symphonic Studies (1939)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ray",1,1,1 ], "a promontory in SW Newfoundland, Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ray",2,1,1 ], "John| 1627-1705, English naturalist| He originated natural botanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ray",2,1,1 ], "classification and the division of flowering plants into monocotyledons and dicotyledons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ray",2,1,2 ], "Man| 1890-1976, U|S| surrealist photographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ray",2,1,3 ], "Satyajit | born 1921, Indian film director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rayleigh disc",1,1,1 ], "a small light disc suspended in the path of a sound wave, used to measure the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rayleigh disc",1,1,1 ], "intensity of the sound by analysing the resulting deflection of the disc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rayleigh",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for physics 1904" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rayleigh",1,1,1 ], "argon (1894) with Ramsay and made important contributions to the theory of sound:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rayleigh",1,1,1 ], "title of John William Strutt, 1842-1919, English physicist| He discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rb",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for rubidium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rdhos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Rhodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rd|",1,1,1 ], "Road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Re",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Re",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for rhenium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reade",1,1,1 ], "1814-84, English novelist: author of The Cloister and the Hearth (1861), a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reade",1,1,1 ], "historical romance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reading",1,1,1 ], "a city in S England, administrative centre of Berkshire, on the River Thames:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reading",1,1,1 ], "university (1892)| Pop|: 132,023 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Realpolitik",1,1,1 ], "a moralistic one, esp| as exemplified by Bismarck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Realpolitik",1,1,1 ], "a ruthlessly realistic and opportunist approach to statesmanship, rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rebecca",1,1,1 ], "Jacob (Genesis 24-27)| Douay spelling: Rebekah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rebecca",1,1,1 ], "the sister of Laban, who became the wife of Isaac and the mother of Esau and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Received Pronunciation",1,1,1 ], "the accent of standard Southern British English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Recent",1,2,1 ], "another word for Holocene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rechabite",1,1,1 ], "a total abstainer from alcoholic drink, esp| a member of the Independent Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rechabite",1,1,1 ], "of Rechabites, a society devoted to abstention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Recife",1,1,1 ], "1,046,454 (1970)| Former name: Pernambuco" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Recife",1,1,1 ], "Pernambuco state; built partly on an island, with many waterways and bridges| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Recife",1,1,1 ], "a port at the easternmost point of Brazil on the Atlantic: capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Recklinghausen",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the N edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Recklinghausen",1,1,1 ], "of the Ruhr| Pop|: 124,383 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reconstruction",1,1,1 ], "into the Union (1865-77)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reconstruction",1,1,1 ], "the period after the Civil War when the South was reorganized and reintegrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reconstructionism",1,1,1 ], "militant Zionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Recording Angel",1,1,1 ], "an angel who supposedly keeps a record of every person's good and bad acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rect|",1,1,1 ], "Rector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rect|",1,1,2 ], "Rectory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Brigades",1,1,1 ], "Moro in 1978" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Brigades",1,1,1 ], "a group of urban guerrillas, based in Italy, who kidnapped and murdered Aldo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red China",1,1,1 ], "an unofficial name for (the People's Republic of)China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Crescent",1,1,1 ], "a national branch of or the emblem of the Red Cross Society in a Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Crescent",1,1,1 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Cross",1,1,1 ], "an international humanitarian organization (Red Cross Society) formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Cross",1,1,1 ], "established by the Geneva Convention of 1864| It was originally limited to providing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Cross",1,1,1 ], "medical care for war casualties but its services now include liaison between prisoners" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Red Cross",1,1,1 ], "of war and their families, relief to victims of natural disasters, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Red Cross",1,1,2 ], "any national branch of this organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Cross",1,1,3 ], "background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Cross",1,1,3 ], "the emblem of this organization, consisting of a red cross on a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Deer",1,1,1 ], "Saskatchewan River| Length: about 620 km (385 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Deer",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Canada, in SW Alberta, flowing southeast into the South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Deer",1,1,2 ], "Winnipegosis| Length: about 225 km (140 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Deer",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Canada, flowing east through Red Deer Lake into Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Ensign",1,1,1 ], "background at the upper corner of the vertical edge alongside the hoist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Ensign",1,1,1 ], "the ensign of the British Merchant Navy, having the Union Jack on a red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Guard",1,1,1 ], "Revolution (1965-71)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Guard",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Chinese youth movement that attempted to effect the Cultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Indian",1,2,1 ], "another name for American Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Planet",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for Mars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Poll",1,1,1 ], "a red hornless short-haired breed of beef and dairy cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red River",1,1,1 ], "a river in the S central U|S|, flowing east from N Texas through Arkansas into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red River",1,1,1 ], "the Mississippi in Louisiana| Length: 1639 km (1018 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red River",1,1,2 ], "a river in the northern U|S|, flowing north as the border between North Dakota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red River",1,1,2 ], "and Minnesota and into Lake Winnipeg, Canada| Length: 515 km (320 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red River",1,1,3 ], "a river in SE Asia, rising in SW China in Yunnan province and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red River",1,1,3 ], "extensive delta| Length: 500 km (310 miles)| Vietnamese name: Song Koi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Red River",1,1,3 ], "southeast across N Vietnam to the Gulf of Tongkin: the chief river of N Vietnam, with an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Sea",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow sea between Arabia and NE Africa, linked with the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Sea",1,1,1 ], "in the north by the Suez Canal and with the Indian Ocean in the south:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Sea",1,1,1 ], "occasionally reddish in appearance through algae| Area: 438,000 sq| km (169,000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Red Spot",1,1,1 ], "a reddish oval spot, about 48,000 kilometres long, seen to drift around the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red Spot",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere of Jupiter| It varies considerably in intensity and is possibly an atmospheric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red Spot",1,1,1 ], "phenomenon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Red",1,1,1 ], "Communist, Socialist, or Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red",1,1,2 ], "radical, leftist, or revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red",1,2,1 ], "a member or supporter of a Communist or Socialist Party or a national of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Red",1,2,1 ], "state having such a government, esp| the Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Red",1,2,2 ], "a radical leftist or revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redbridge",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redbridge",1,1,1 ], "a borough of NE Greater London: includes part of Epping Forest| Pop|: 231,600" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redding",1,1,1 ], "(1964), Dictionary of Soul (1965), Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay (1967), Live at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redding",1,1,1 ], "1941-67, U|S| soul singer and songwriter| His recordings include Otis Blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redding",1,1,1 ], "Monterey (1967)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Redditch",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in Hereford and Worcester: designated a new town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redditch",1,1,1 ], "in the mid-1960s; metal-working industries| Pop|: 40,775 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redeemer",1,1,1 ], "Jesus Christ as having brought redemption to mankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redemptorist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a religious congregation founded in 1732 to do missionary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redemptorist",1,1,1 ], "among the poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redford",1,1,1 ], "and the Sundance Kid (1969), The Sting (1973), and Three Days of the Condor (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redford",1,1,1 ], "born 1936, U|S| film actor: his films include The Chase (1966), Butch Cassidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,1 ], "(1966), The Virgin Soldiers (1969), The National Health (1973), and The Happy Hooker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,1 ], "Lynn| born 1944, English stage and film actress| Her films include Georgy Girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,2 ], "Long Distance Runner (1963), and The Go Between (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,2 ], "films are The Lady Vanishes (1938), The Dam Busters (1955), The Loneliness of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,2 ], "her father Sir Michael| born 1908, English stage and film actor| Among his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,3 ], "his elder daughter Vanessa| born 1937, English stage and film actress, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,3 ], "of Scots (1972), and Julia (1977): noted also for her left-wing politics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Redgrave",1,1,3 ], "roles include performances in the films Blow Up (1966), Isadora (1968), Mary, Queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rediffusion",1,1,1 ], "a system by which radio or television programmes are relayed to subscribers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rediffusion",1,1,1 ], "from a receiver via cables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redmond",1,1,1 ], "1856-1918, Irish politician| He led the Parnellites from 1891 and helped to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redmond",1,1,1 ], "nationalists" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Redmond",1,1,1 ], "procure the Home Rule bill of 1912, but was considered too moderate by extreme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Redon",1,1,1 ], "1840-1916, French symbolist painter and etcher|He foreshadowed the surrealists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Redon",1,1,1 ], "in his paintings of fantastic dream images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reed",1,1,1 ], "(1949), Outcasts of the Island (1951), and Our Man in Havana (1959)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reed",1,1,1 ], "Sir Carol| 1906-76, English film director| His films include The Third Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reed",1,1,2 ], "Walter| 1851-1902, U|S| physician, who proved that yellow fever is transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reed",1,1,2 ], "by mosquitoes (1900)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reef",1,1,1 ], "another name for (the)Witwatersrand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reform Bill",1,1,1 ], "any of several bills or acts extending the franchise or redistributing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reform Bill",1,1,1 ], "parliamentary seats, esp| the acts of 1832 and 1867" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reform Judaism",1,1,1 ], "a movement in Judaism originating in the 19th century, which does not require" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reform Judaism",1,1,1 ], "contemporary world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reform Judaism",1,1,1 ], "strict observance of the law, but adapts the historical forms of Judaism to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reformation",1,1,1 ], "Protestant Churches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reformation",1,1,1 ], "a religious and political movement of 16th-century Europe that began as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reformation",1,1,1 ], "attempt to reform the Roman Catholic Church and resulted in the establishment of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reformed",1,1,1 ], "Lutheran" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reformed",1,1,1 ], "of or designating a Protestant Church, esp| the Calvinist as distinct from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reformed",1,1,2 ], "of or designating Reform Judaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ref| Ch|",1,1,1 ], "Reformed Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regency",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by the)(in England)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regency",1,1,2 ], "as regent during his father's periods of insanity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regency",1,1,2 ], "the period (1811-20) during which the Prince of Wales (later George IV) acted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regency",1,1,3 ], "(in France) the period of the regency of Philip, Duke of Orleans, during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regency",1,1,3 ], "minority of Louis XV (1715-23)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regency",1,2,1 ], "characteristic of or relating to the Regency periods in France or England or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regency",1,2,1 ], "to the styles of architecture, furniture, art, literature, etc|, produced in them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regensburg",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)| Former English name: Ratisbon" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Regensburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE West Germany, in Bavaria on the River Danube: a free Imperial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regensburg",1,1,1 ], "centuries; the Imperial Diet was held in the town hall from 1663 to 1806| Pop|: 133,800" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Regensburg",1,1,1 ], "city from 1245 and the leading commercial city of S Germany in the 12th and 13th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reger",1,1,1 ], "1873-1916, German composer, noted esp| for his organ works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reggio di Calabria",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Italy, in Calabria on the Strait of Messina: founded about 720" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reggio di Calabria",1,1,1 ], "b|c| by Greek colonists| Pop|: 155,248 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reggio nell'Emilia",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 129,884 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reggio nell'Emilia",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Italy, in Emilia-Romagna: founded in the 2nd century b|c|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reggio nell'Emilia",1,1,1 ], "by Marcus Aemilius Lepidus; ruled by the Este family in the 15th-18th centuries|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regin",1,1,1 ], "a dwarf smith, tutor of Sigurd, whom he encouraged to kill Fafnir for the gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regin",1,1,1 ], "he guarded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regina",1,1,1 ], "queen: now used chiefly in documents, inscriptions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regina",2,1,1 ], "a city in W Canada, capital and largest city of Saskatchewan: founded in 1822" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regina",2,1,1 ], "as Pile O'Bones| Pop|: 139,469 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regiomontanus",1,1,1 ], "furthered the development of trigonometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regiomontanus",1,1,1 ], "original name Johann Muller| 1436-76, German mathematician and astronomer, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regius professor",1,1,1 ], "a person appointed by the Crown to a university chair founded by a royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regius professor",1,1,1 ], "patron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regt|",1,1,1 ], "Regent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regt|",1,1,2 ], "Regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regulus",1,1,1 ], "died 250 b|c|, Roman general; consul (267; 256)| Captured by the Carthaginians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regulus",1,1,1 ], "in the First Punic War, he was sent to Rome on parole to deliver the enemy's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Regulus",1,1,1 ], "peace terms, advised the Senate to refuse them, and was tortured to death on his" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Regulus",1,1,1 ], "return to Carthage" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Regulus",2,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Leo| Visual magnitude: 1|3; spectral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Regulus",2,1,1 ], "type: B8; distance: 85 light years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reg| prof|",1,1,1 ], "Regius professor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reg|",1,1,1 ], "Regent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reg|",1,1,2 ], "Regina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reich" ,2, 1, 1],"1897-1957, Austrian psychologist, living in the U|S|An ardent socialist and",1). c_DEF([ "Reich" ,2, 1, 1],"advocate of sexual freedom, he proclaimed a cosmic unity of all energy and built a",2). c_DEF([ "Reich" ,2, 1, 1],"include",4). c_DEF([ "Reich" ,2, 1, 1],"machine (the orgone accumulator) to concentrate this energy on human beings| His books",3). c_DEF([ "Reich" ,2, 1, 2],"The Function of the Orgasm",1). c_DEF([ "Reich",1,1,1 ], "the Holy Roman Empire (First Reich)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reich",1,1,2 ], "the Hohenzollern empire from 1871 to 1919 (Second Reich)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reich",1,1,3 ], "the Weimar Republic from 1919 to 1933" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reich",1,1,4 ], "the Nazi dictatorship from 1933 to 1945 (Third Reich)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichenberg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Liberec" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichsmark",1,1,1 ], "Reichspfennigs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reichsmark",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Germany between 1924 and 1948, divided into 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichsrat",1,1,1 ], "the bicameral parliament of the Austrian half of Austria-Hungary (1867-1918)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichsrat",1,1,2 ], "the council of representatives of state governments within Germany from 1919" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichsrat",1,1,2 ], "to 1934" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reichstag",1,1,1 ], "the estates or a meeting of the estates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichstag",1,1,2 ], "Confederation (1867-71) and in the German empire (1871-1919)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reichstag",1,1,2 ], "the legislative assembly representing the people in the North German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichstag",1,1,3 ], "the sovereign assembly of the Weimar Republic (1919-33)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reichstag",1,1,4 ], "Feb| 27, 1933 (probably by agents of the Nazi government) marked the end of Weimar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reichstag",1,1,4 ], "democracy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reichstag",1,1,4 ], "the building in Berlin in which this assembly met: its destruction by fire on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reid",1,1,1 ], "Sir George Houston| 1845-1918, Australian statesman, born in Scotland: prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reid",1,1,1 ], "minister of Australia (1904-05)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reid",1,1,2 ], "Thomas| 1710-96, Scottish philosopher and founder of what came to be known as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reid",1,1,2 ], "the philosophy of common sense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reigate",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reigate",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Surrey at the foot of the North Downs| Pop|: 56,088" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reign of Terror",1,1,1 ], "the period of Jacobin rule during the French Revolution, during which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reign of Terror",1,1,1 ], "thousands of people were executed for treason (Oct| 1793-July 1794)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reims",1,1,1 ], "183,610 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reims",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE France: scene of the coronation of most French monarchs| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reindeer Lake",1,1,1 ], "River via the Reindeer River|Area: 6390 sq| km (2467 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reindeer Lake",1,1,1 ], "a lake in W Canada, in Saskatchewan and Manitoba: drains into the Churchill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reinhardt",1,1,1 ], "Django | original name Jean Baptiste Reinhardt| 1910-53, Belgian jazz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reinhardt",1,1,1 ], "guitarist, whose work was greatly influenced by gypsy music| With Stephane Grappelli, he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reinhardt",1,1,1 ], "led the Quintet of the Hot Club of France between 1934 and 1939" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reinhardt",1,1,2 ], "1933" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reinhardt",1,1,2 ], "Max| 1873-1943, Austrian theatre producer and director, in the U|S| after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reith",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron| 1889-1971, British public servant: first general manager (1922-27)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reith",1,1,1 ], "and first director general (1927-38) of the B|B|C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Remarque" ,1, 1, 1],"1898-1970, U|S| novelist, born in Germany, noted for his novel of World War",1). c_DEF([ "Remarque" ,1, 1, 1],"I,",2). c_DEF([ "Remarque" ,1, 1, 2],"All Quiet on the Western Front",1). c_DEF([ "Rembrandt",1,1,1 ], "Dutch painter, noted for his handling of shade and light, esp| in his portraits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rembrandt",1,1,1 ], "full name Rembrandt Harmensz (or Harmenszoon)van Rijn (or van Ryn)| 1606-69," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Remembrance Sunday",1,1,1 ], "that ended World War I, on which the dead of both World Wars are commemorated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Remembrance Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the Sunday closest to November 11, the anniversary of the armistice of 1918" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Remembrancer",1,1,1 ], "Remembrancer) whose duties include collecting debts due to the Crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Remembrancer",1,1,1 ], "any of several officials of the Exchequer esp| one (Queen's or King's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Remembrancer",1,1,2 ], "London to represent its interests to Parliament and elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Remembrancer",1,1,2 ], "an official (City Remembrancer) appointed by the Corporation of the City of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Remonstrance",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Remonstrance",1,1,1 ], "the statement of Arminian principles drawn up in 1610 in Gouda in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Remonstrant",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch supporter of the Arminian Remonstrance of 1610" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Remscheid",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Remscheid",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 135,587" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Remus",1,1,1 ], "the brother of Romulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance man",1,1,1 ], "a man of any period who has a broad range of intellectual interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1 ], "century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1 ], "the rise of the modern world: usually considered as beginning in Italy in the 14th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1 ], "the| the period of European history marking the waning of the Middle Ages and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "contemplative life" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "of the Renaissance are usually considered to include intensified classical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "potentialities, and the assertion of the active and secular over the religious and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "scholarship, scientific and geographical discovery, a sense of individual human" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1,1 ], "the spirit, culture, art, science, and thought of this period| Characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renaissance",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to the Renaissance, its culture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renfrew",1,1,1 ], "a shipbuilding town in W central Scotland, W of Glasgow| Pop|: 18,589 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renfrew",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county of W central Scotland, on the Firth of Clyde: now part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renfrew",1,1,2 ], "of Strathclyde region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reni",1,1,1 ], "1575-1642, Italian baroque painter and engraver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rennes",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW France: the ancient capital of Brittany| Pop|: 205,733 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reno",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Nevada, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada: noted as a divorce," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reno",1,1,1 ], "wedding, and gambling centre by reason of its liberal laws| Pop|: 72,863 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Renoir",1,1,1 ], "Illusion (1937), La Regle du jeu (1939), and Diary of a Chambermaid (1945)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Renoir",1,1,1 ], "Jean (#fa)| born 1894, French film director: his films include La Grande" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renoir",1,1,2 ], "his father, Pierre Auguste (pj$e$:r o!gyst)| 1841-1919, French painter| One of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Renoir",1,1,2 ], "paintings, esp| his many nude studies, which are more formal compositions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Renoir",1,1,2 ], "the initiators of impressionism, he broke away from the movement with his later" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Repeal",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the 19th century) the proposed dissolution of the Union between Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Repeal",1,1,1 ], "Britain and Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Republican Party",1,1,1 ], "one of the two major political parties in the U|S|: established around 1854" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Republican Party",1,1,2 ], "any of a number of political parties in other countries, usually so named to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Republican Party",1,1,2 ], "indicate their opposition to monarchy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Republican Party",1,1,3 ], "another name for the Democratic-Republican Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Republican",1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or relating to a Republican Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Republican",1,1,2 ], "of, belonging to, or relating to the Irish Republican Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Republican",1,2,1 ], "a member or supporter of a Republican Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Republican",1,2,2 ], "a member or supporter of the Irish Republican Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Repub|",1,1,1 ], "Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Repub|",1,1,2 ], "Republican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rep|",1,1,1 ], "Representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rep|",1,1,2 ], "Republican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rep|",1,1,3 ], "Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Requiem",1,1,1 ], "a Mass celebrated for the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Requiem",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Requiem",1,1,3 ], "any piece of music composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Requiem",1,1,3 ], "persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Resht",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Rasht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Resistance",1,1,1 ], "an illegal organization fighting for national liberty in a country under enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Resistance",1,1,1 ], "occupation, esp| in France during World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Resistencia",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Argentina, on the Parana River| Pop|: 142,736 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Resnais" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1922, French film director, whose films include",1). c_DEF([ "Resnais" ,1, 1, 2],"and L'Ann''ee derni`ere `a Marienbad (1961)",1). c_DEF([ "Respighi" ,1, 1, 1],"1879-1936, Italian composer, noted esp| for his suites",1). c_DEF([ "Respighi" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Pines of Rome (1924)",1). c_DEF([ "Restoration",1,1,1,1 ], "(1660-85)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Restoration",1,1,1,1 ], "the re-establishment of the monarchy in 1660 or the reign of Charles II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Restoration",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Resurrection",1,1,1 ], "the rising again of Christ from the tomb three days after his death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Resurrection",1,1,2 ], "the rising again from the dead of all men at the Last Judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reticulum" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Dorado and Hydrus",1). c_DEF([ "Reuben",1,1,1 ], "29:30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reuben",1,1,1 ], "the eldest son of Jacob and Leah: one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel (Genesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reuben",1,1,2 ], "the Israelite tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reuben",1,1,3 ], "spelling: Ruben" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reuben",1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe, lying to the northeast of the Dead Sea| Douay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reuchlin",1,1,1 ], "1455-1522, German humanist, who promoted the study of Greek and Hebrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reus",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain, northwest of Tarragona: became commercially important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reus",1,1,1 ], "after the establishment of an English colony (about 1750)| Pop|: 59,095 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reuter",1,1,1 ], "(1851)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reuter",1,1,1 ], "Baron Paul Julius von (pa$ul !ju$:li$us f@$n)| original name Israel Beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reuter",1,1,1 ], "Josaphat| 1816-99, German telegrapher, who founded in London the first news agency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reutlingen",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg: founded in the 11th century;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reutlingen",1,1,1 ], "an Imperial free city from 1240 until 1802; textile industry| Pop|: 79,700 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reval",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Tallinn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revd|",1,1,1 ], "Reverend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revelation",1,1,1 ], "heaven, of conflicts between good and evil, and of the end of the world",2 ). c_DEF([ "Revelation",1,1,1 ], "the last book of the New Testament, containing visionary descriptions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revere",1,1,1 ], "1735-1818, American patriot and silversmith, best known for his night ride on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revere",1,1,1 ], "April 18, 1775, to warn the Massachusetts colonists of the coming of the British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Revere",1,1,1 ], "troops" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reverence",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by Your or His) a title sometimes used to address or refer to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reverence",1,1,1 ], "Roman Catholic priest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reverend Mother",1,1,1 ], "a title of respect or form of address for the Mother Superior of a convent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reverend",1,1,1 ], "a title of respect for a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revised Standard Version",1,1,1 ], "The New Testament was published in 1946 and the entire Bible in 1953" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Revised Standard Version",1,1,1 ], "a revision by American scholars of the American Standard Version of the Bible|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revised Version",1,1,1 ], "1885" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Revised Version",1,1,1 ], "a revision of the Authorized Version of the Bible prepared by two committees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revised Version",1,1,1 ], "of British scholars, the New Testament being published in 1881 and the Old in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary Wars",1,1,1 ], "combination of other powers, esp| England, Austria, and Prussia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary Wars",1,1,1 ], "the series of wars (1792-1802) fought against Revolutionary France by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary calendar",1,1,1 ], "1805| Dates were calculated from Sept| 22, 1792| The months were called Vendemiaire," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary calendar",1,1,1 ], "Brumaire, Frimaire, Nivose, Pluviose, Ventose, Germinal, Floreal, Prairial, Messidor," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary calendar",1,1,1 ], "Thermidor, and Fructidor" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary calendar",1,1,1 ], "the calendar adopted by the French First Republic in 1793 and abandoned in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary",1,1,1 ], "(1775-83)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the conflict or period of the War of American Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary",1,1,2 ], "Revolution (1917) or the French Revolution (1789)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Revolutionary",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to any of various other Revolutions, esp| the Russian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rev| Ver|",1,1,1 ], "Revised Version (of the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rev|",1,1,1 ], "Revelation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rev|",1,1,2 ], "Reverend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rex",1,1,1 ], "king: part of the official title of a king, now used chiefly in documents," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rex",1,1,1 ], "legal proceedings, inscriptions on coins, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rexine",1,1,1 ], "a form of artificial leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reykjavik",1,1,1 ], "buildings are heated by natural hot water| Pop|: 84,589 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reykjavik",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Iceland, situated in the southwest: its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reynard",1,1,1 ], "a name for a fox, used in children's tales, fables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reynaud",1,1,1 ], "(1940) later imprisoned by the Germans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reynaud",1,1,1 ], "1878-1966, French statesman: premier during the defeat of France by Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reynolds number",1,1,1 ], "a number, vpl/h, where v is the fluid velocity, p the density, h the viscosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reynolds number",1,1,1 ], "and l a dimension of the system| The value of the number indicates the type of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reynolds number",1,1,1 ], "fluid flow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reynolds",1,1,1 ], "Discourses, are important contributions to art theory and criticism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Reynolds",1,1,1 ], "Sir Joshua| 1723-92, English portrait painter| He was the first president of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reynolds",1,1,1 ], "the Royal Academy (1768): the annual lectures he gave there, published as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Reynosa",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Mexico, in Tamaulipas state on the Rio Grande| Pop|: 193,653 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Reynosa",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Re|",1,1,1 ], "rupee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rgen",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Wilhelm Konrad)Roentgen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rgt|",1,1,1 ], "regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh factor",1,1,1 ], "an agglutinogen commonly found in human blood: it may cause a haemolytic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh factor",1,1,1 ], "reaction, esp| during pregnancy or following transfusion of blood that does not contain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rh factor",1,1,1 ], "this agglutinogen| Full name: rhesus factor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rh negative",1,1,1 ], "blood that does not contain the Rh factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh negative",1,1,2 ], "a person having such blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh positive",1,1,1 ], "blood containing the Rh factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh positive",1,1,2 ], "a person having such blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "Central in the west and the French Alps in the east; drained by the Rivers Rhone," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "Saone, and Isere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "a region of E France: mainly mountainous, rising to the edge of the Massif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Europe, rising in S Switzerland in the Rhone glacier and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "south to its delta on the Gulf of Lions: important esp| for hydroelectricity and for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "to Lake Geneva, then into France through gorges between the Alps and Jura and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,1 ], "wine production along its valley| Length: 812 km (505 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 1,449,527 (1975)| Area: 3233 sq| km (1261 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,2 ], "a department of E central France, in the Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: Lyons|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,1,2 ], "rhodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rh",1,2,1 ], "rhesus (esp| in Rh factor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhadamanthus",1,1,1 ], "one of the judges of the dead in the underworld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetia",1,1,1 ], "Switzerland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetia",1,1,1 ], "an Alpine province of ancient Rome including parts of present-day Tyrol and E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetian Alps",1,1,1 ], "Italy| Highest peak: Piz Bernina, 4049 m (13,284 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetian Alps",1,1,1 ], "a section of the central Alps along E Switzerland's borders with Austria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetian",1,1,1 ], "Alps, including Romansch, Ladin, and Friulian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetian",1,1,1 ], "a group of Romance languages or dialects spoken in certain valleys of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetian",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Rhaetia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a series of rocks formed between the Triassic and Jurassic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetic",1,1,1 ], "periods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhaetic",1,2,1 ], "the Rhaetic series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhea Silvia",1,1,1 ], "the mother of Romulus and Remus by Mars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhea",1,1,1 ], "a Titaness, wife of Cronus and mother of several of the gods, including Zeus:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhea",1,1,1 ], "a fertility goddess| Roman counterpart: Ops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhea",2,1,1 ], "one of the ten satellites of the planet Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhee",1,1,1 ], "1875-1965, Korean statesman, leader of the campaign for independence from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhee",1,1,1 ], "Japan first president of South Korea (1948-60)|Popular unrest forced his resignation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rheims",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Reims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhein",1,1,1 ], "the German name for the Rhine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhemish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or originating in Reims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhenish",1,1,1 ], "Rhineland-Palatinate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhenish",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the River Rhine or the lands adjacent to it, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhenish",1,2,1 ], "another word for hock (the wine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhesus",1,1,1 ], "Odysseus and Diomedes stole his horses because an oracle had said that if these horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhesus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Thrace, who arrived in the tenth year of the Trojan War to aid Troy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhesus",1,1,1 ], "drank from the River Xanthus, Troy would not fall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhetic",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Rhaetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rheydt",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rheydt",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia| Pop|: 100,939" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhine wine",1,1,1 ], "a white table wine such as riesling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhine wine",1,1,1 ], "any of several wines produced along the banks of the Rhine, characteristically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhine",1,1,1 ], "Constance north through West Germany and west through the Netherlands to the North Sea|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhine",1,1,1 ], "Length: about 1320 km (820 miles)| Dutch name: Rijn|French name: Rhin (r$e)| German" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhine",1,1,1 ], "a river in central and W Europe, rising in SE Switzerland: flows through Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhine",1,1,1 ], "name: Rhein" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rhineland",1,1,1 ], "the region of West Germany surrounding the Rhine| German name: Rheinland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhineland-Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Mainz| Pop|: 3,645,437 (1970)| Area: 19,832 sq| km (7657 sq| miles)| German" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rhineland-Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "Rhine province, the Bavarian Palatinate, and parts of Rhine-Hesse and Hesse-Nassau;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhineland-Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "a state of W West Germany: formed in 1946 from the S part of the Prussian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhineland-Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "agriculture (with over two thirds of West Germany's vineyards) and tourism are important|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhineland-Palatinate",1,1,1 ], "name: Rheinland-Pfalz" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rhode Island Red",1,1,1 ], "a breed of domestic fowl, originating in America, characterized by a dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhode Island Red",1,1,1 ], "reddish-brown plumage and the production of brown eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhode Island",1,1,1 ], "2717 sq| km (1049 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rhode Island",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northeastern U|S|, bordering on the Atlantic: the smallest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhode Island",1,1,1 ], "east and uplands in the northwest| Capital: Providence| Pop|: 949,723 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhode Island",1,1,1 ], "state in the U|S|; mainly low-lying and undulating, with an indented coastline in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes grass",1,1,1 ], "a perennial grass, Chloris gayana, native to Africa but widely cultivated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes grass",1,1,1 ], "dry regions for forage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes scholarship",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth and U|S| students to study for two or sometimes three years at Oxford" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes scholarship",1,1,1 ], "University" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes scholarship",1,1,1 ], "one of 72 scholarships founded by Cecil Rhodes, awarded annually on merit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Rhodes| Pop|: 70,110 (1971)| Area: 1400 sq| km (540 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the SE Aegean Sea, about 16 km (10 miles) off the Turkish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,1 ], "coast: the largest of the Dodecanese and the most easterly island in the Aegean|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,2 ], "225, when the Colossus was destroyed| Pop|: 33,100 (1971)| Ancient Greek name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,2 ], "Rhodos" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,2 ], "a port on this island, in the NE: founded in 408 b|c|; of great commercial and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,2 ], "political importance in the 3rd century b|c|; suffered several earthquakes, notably in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",1,1,3 ], "Modern Greek name: Rodhos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",2,1,1 ], "1853-1902, English colonial financier and statesman in South Africa| He made a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",2,1,1 ], "fortune in diamond and gold mining and, as prime minister of the Cape Colony (1890-96)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",2,1,1 ], "he helped to extend British territory| He established the annual Rhodes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodes",2,1,1 ], "scholarships to Oxford" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia and Nyasaland",1,1,1 ], "Nyasaland, which existed from 1953 to 1963" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia and Nyasaland",1,1,1 ], "a federation consisting of Northern Rhodesia, Southern Rhodesia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)| Area: 390,624 sq| km (150,820 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1964):" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) and Nyasaland (now Malawi) as the Federation of Rhodesia" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "South Africa Company conquered the Matabele in 1889, obtained the mineral rights, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "Southern Rhodesia" ,11 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "a self-governing British colony in southern Africa: founded when the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "administered the country until a self-governing colony was established in 1923; joined with" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "and Nyasaland from 1953 to 1962; made a unilateral declaration of independence" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "and in 1978 a transitional government was set up, strongly opposed by some black" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "nationalist organizations| Official language: English| Capital: Salisbury| Pop|: 6,100,000" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "proclaimed a republic in 1970; in 1976 the principle of black majority rule was accepted" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "under the leadership of Ian Smith in 1965 on the basis of white minority rule;" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesian Front",1,1,1 ], "the governing party in Rhodesia since 1962, led by Ian Smith since 1964" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesian man",1,1,1 ], "a type of early man, Homo rhodesiensis (or H| sapiens rhodesiensis), occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesian man",1,1,1 ], "features" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesian man",1,1,1 ], "in Africa in late Pleistocene times and resembling Neanderthal man in many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesian ridgeback",1,1,1 ], "a large short-haired breed of dog characterized by a ridge of hair growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesian ridgeback",1,1,1 ], "along the back in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodesoid",1,1,1 ], "relating to or resembling Rhodesian man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the island of Rhodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Rhodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodope Mountains",1,1,1 ], "(9597 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodope Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE Europe, in the Balkan Peninsula extending along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodope Mountains",1,1,1 ], "border between Bulgaria and Greece| Highest peak: Mount Musala (Bulgaria), 2925 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhodos",1,1,1 ], "the Ancient Greek name for Rhodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhondda",1,1,1 ], "a town in S Wales, in Mid Glamorgan on two branches of the Rhondda Valley:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rhondda",1,1,1 ], "developed into a major coal-mining centre after 1807 and grew to a population of 167,900" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rhondda",1,1,1 ], "in 1924| Pop|: 88,924 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rialto",1,1,1 ], "(1590) over the Grand Canal: the business centre of medieval and renaissance Venice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rialto",1,1,1 ], "an island in Venice, Italy, linked with San Marco Island by the Rialto Bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ribbentrop",1,1,1 ], "1893-1946, German Nazi politician: foreign minister under Hitler (1938-45)|He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ribbentrop",1,1,1 ], "was hanged after conviction as a war criminal at Nuremberg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ribble",1,1,1 ], "Sea| Length: 121 km (75 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ribble",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW England, flowing south and west through Lancashire to the Irish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ribeirto",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, in Sao Paulo state| Pop|: 190,897 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ribera",1,1,1 ], "Italian nickname Lo Spagnoletto (The Little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ribera",1,1,1 ], "Spaniard)| 1588-1652, Spanish artist, living in Italy| His religious pictures often dwell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ribera",1,1,1 ], "on horrible suffering, presented in realistic detail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ricardo",1,1,1 ], "1772-1823, English economist| His main work is Principles of Political Economy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ricardo",1,1,1 ], "and Taxation (1817)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Riccio",1,1,1 ], "a variant of (David)Rizzio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rice",1,1,1 ], "Kurt Weill in 1947" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rice",1,1,1 ], "The Adding Machine (1923) and Street Scene (1929), which was made into a musical by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rice",1,1,1 ], "original name Elmer Reizenstein| 1892-1967, U|S| dramatist| His plays include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richard I",1,1,1 ], "(1192) and held to ransom| After a brief return to England, where he was crowned again" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richard I",1,1,1 ], "(1194), he spent the rest of his life in France" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Richard I",1,1,1 ], "a leader of the third crusade (1191)| On his way home, he was captured in Austria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richard I",1,1,1 ], "nicknamed Coeur de Lion or the Lion-Heart| 1157-99, king of England (1189-99);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richard II",1,1,1 ], "1367-1400, king of England (1377-99), whose reign was troubled by popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richard II",1,1,1 ], "Bolingbroke, who became Henry IV" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richard II",1,1,1 ], "discontent and baronial opposition| He was found to abdicate in favour of Henry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richard III",1,1,1 ], "1452-85, king of England (1483-85), notorious as the suspected murderer of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richard III",1,1,1 ], "brief reign was ended by his death at the hands of Henry Tudor (later Henry VII) at" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richard III",1,1,1 ], "the battle of Bosworth" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Richard III",1,1,1 ], "two young nephews in the Tower of London| He proved an able administrator until his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richards" ,1, 1, 1],"The Meaning of Meaning (1923) and devised Basic English",2). c_DEF([ "Richards" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1893, English literary critic and linguist, who, with C| K| Ogden, wrote",1). c_DEF([ "Richardson",1,1,1 ], "Sir Ralph born 1902, English stage and screen actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richardson",1,1,2 ], "Sir Owen Willans| 1879-1959, English physicist; a pioneer in the study of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richardson",1,1,2 ], "atomic physics: Nobel prize for physics 1928" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richardson",1,1,3 ], "Samuel| 1689-1761, English novelist whose psychological insight and use of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richardson",1,1,3 ], "epistolary form exerted a great influence on the development of the novel| His chief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richardson",1,1,3 ], "novels are Pamela (1740) and Clarissa (1747)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richelieu River",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Canada, in S Quebec, rising in Lake Champlain and flowing north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richelieu River",1,1,1 ], "to the St| Lawrence River| Length: 338 km (210 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richelieu",1,1,1 ], "1585-1642, French statesman and cardinal, principal minister to Louis XIII and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richelieu",1,1,1 ], "strengthened the crown in France and the role of France in Europe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richelieu",1,1,1 ], "virtual ruler of France (1624-42)|He destroyed the power of the Huguenots and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,1 ], "Botanic Gardens at Kew| Pop|: 166,800 (1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London, on the River Thames: formed in 1965 by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,1 ], "amalgamation of Barnes, Richmond, and Twickenham; site of Hampton Court Palace and the Royal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,2 ], "a town in N England, in North Yorkshire| Pop|: 7245 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,3 ], "(1973 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,3 ], "Conventions of 1774 and 1775; Confederate capital in the American Civil War| Pop|: 238,087" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,3 ], "a port in E Virginia, the state capital, at the falls of the James River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,3 ], "developed after the establishment of a trading post (1637); scene of the Virginia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,4 ], "a borough of SW New York City: consists of Staten Island and several smaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richmond",1,1,4 ], "islands| Pop|: 295,443 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richter scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale for expressing the intensity of an earthquake by the amount of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richter scale",1,1,1 ], "dissipated, ranging from 0 to over 8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richter",1,1,1 ], "Johann Friedrich , wrote under the name Jean Paul| 1763-1825, German romantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richter",1,1,1 ], "novelist| His works include Hesperus (1795) and Titan (1800-03)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Richter",1,1,2 ], "Sviatoslav (sv$Ita!slaf)| born 1914, Soviet concert pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richthofen",1,1,1 ], "Baron Manfred von | 1892-1918, German aviator; commander during World War I of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Richthofen",1,1,1 ], "air victories before he was shot down" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Richthofen",1,1,1 ], "the 11th Chasing Squadron (Richthofen's Flying Circus)| He was credited with 80" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ridley",1,1,1 ], "1500-55, English bishop, who helped to revise the liturgy under Edward VI| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ridley",1,1,1 ], "assumed the throne" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ridley",1,1,1 ], "was burnt at the stake for refusing to disavow his Protestant beliefs when Mary I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Riefenstahl" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1902, German film director, best known for her Nazi propaganda films,",1). c_DEF([ "Riefenstahl" ,1, 1, 1],"such as",2). c_DEF([ "Riemann",1,1,1 ], "1826-66, German mathematician whose non-Euclidean geometry was used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riemann",1,1,1 ], "Einstein as a basis for his general theory of relativity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Riemannian geometry",1,1,1 ], "a branch of non-Euclidean geometry in which space is regarded as having the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riemannian geometry",1,1,1 ], "form of the surface of a sphere and a line is a great circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rienzi",1,1,1 ], "1313-54, Italian radical political reformer in Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rif",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Berber people, inhabiting the Atlas Mountains in Morocco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rif",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Berber spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rig-Veda",1,1,1 ], "a compilation of 1028 Hindu poems dating from 2000 b|c| or earlier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riga",1,1,1 ], "Viking times| Pop|: 796,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Riga",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Soviet Union, capital of the Latvian SSR, on the Gulf of Riga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riga",1,1,1 ], "at the mouth of the Western Dvina: a major trading centre of the Baltic since" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rigel",1,1,1 ], "blue-white giant and a visual binary| Visual magnitude: 0|2; spectral type: B8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rigel",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star, Beta Orionis, in the constellation Orion: a remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Right Honourable",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and certain Commonwealth countries) a title of respect for a Privy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Right Honourable",1,1,1 ], "Councillor or an appeal-court judge| 2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Right Honourable",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) a title of respect for an earl, a viscount, a baron, or the Lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Right Honourable",1,1,2 ], "Mayor or Lord Provost of any of certain cities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Right Reverend",1,1,1 ], "a title of respect for a bishop, esp| an Anglican bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rigi",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in the Alps of N central Switzerland, between Lakes Lucerne, Zug," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rigi",1,1,1 ], "and Lauerz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rigil Kent",1,1,1 ], "the star Alpha Centauri| Often shortened to Rigil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rijeka",1,1,1 ], "Fiume|Ancient name: Tarsatica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rijeka",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Yugoslavia, in Croatia: an ancient town, changing hands many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rijeka",1,1,1 ], "times before passing to Yugoslavia in 1947| Pop|: 132,222 (1971)| Italian name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rijn",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for the Rhine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rijswijk",1,1,1 ], "The Hague: scene of the signing (1697) of the Treaty of Rijswijk, ending the War of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rijswijk",1,1,1 ], "a town in the SW Netherlands, in South Holland province on the SE outskirts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rijswijk",1,1,1 ], "the Grand Alliance| Pop|: 51,860 (1973 est|)| English name: Ryswick" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Riksdag",1,1,1 ], "the Swedish parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riksm'",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Bokm'al" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riley",1,1,1 ], "a luxurious and carefree existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rilke" ,1, 1, 1],"1875-1926, German poet, born in Austria|Author of intense visionary lyrics,",1). c_DEF([ "Rilke" ,1, 1, 1],"notably in the",2). c_DEF([ "Rilke" ,1, 1, 2],"and Sonnets to Orpheus (1923)",1). c_DEF([ "Rimbaud" ,1, 1, 1],"1854-91, French poet, whose work, culminating in the prose poetry of",1). c_DEF([ "Rimbaud" ,1, 1, 2],"20) and spent the rest of his life travelling|",3). c_DEF([ "Rimbaud" ,1, 1, 2],"greatly influenced the symbolists| A Season in Hell (1873) draws on his",1). c_DEF([ "Rimbaud" ,1, 1, 2],"tempestuous homosexual affair with Verlaine, after which he abandoned writing (aged about",2). c_DEF([ "Rimini",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in NE Italy, on the N Adriatic coast| Pop|: 123,850 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rimini",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Latin name: Ariminum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rimsky-Korsakov" ,1, 1, 1],"1844-1908, Russian composer noted for such works as the orchestral suite",1). c_DEF([ "Rimsky-Korsakov" ,1, 1, 2],"and the opera Le Coq d'or (first performed in 1910)|",1). c_DEF([ "Ring of the Nibelung",1,1,1 ], "a magic ring on which the dwarf Alberich placed a curse after it was stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ring of the Nibelung",1,1,1 ], "from him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ringer's solution",1,1,1 ], "a solution containing the chlorides of sodium, potassium, and calcium, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ringer's solution",1,1,1 ], "correct dehydration and, in physiological experiments, as a medium for in vitro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ringer's solution",1,1,1 ], "preparations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Branco",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Brazil, capital of Acre state| Pop|: 84,845 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Branco",1,1,2 ], "a river in Brazil, flowing south to the Rio Negro| Length: 644 km (400 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande do Norte",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Natal| Pop|: 1,550,244 (1970)| Area: 53,014 sq| km (20,469 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande do Norte",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Brazil, on the Atlantic: much of it is semiarid plateau|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande do Sul",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 282,183 sq| km (108,951 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande do Sul",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Brazil, on the Atlantic| Capital: Porto Alegre| Pop|: 6,664,891" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande",1,1,1 ], "Gulf of Mexico, forming the border between the U|S| and Mexico| Length: about 3030" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande",1,1,1 ], "a river in North America, rising in SW Colorado and flowing southeast to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande",1,1,1 ], "km (1885 miles)| Mexican name: Rio Bravo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande",1,1,2 ], "Porto Alegre| Pop|: 116,827 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rio Grande",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Brazil, in SE Rio Grande do Sul state: serves as the port for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rio de Janeiro",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Brazil, on Guanabara Bay: the country's chief port and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rio de Janeiro",1,1,1 ], "capital from 1763 to 1960; backed by mountains, notably Sugar Loaf Mountain; founded by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rio de Janeiro",1,1,1 ], "the French in 1555 and taken by the Portuguese in 1567| Pop|: 4,252,009 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rio de Janeiro",1,1,2 ], "42,911 sq| km (16,568 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rio de Janeiro",1,1,2 ], "a state of E Brazil| Capital: Rio de Janeiro| Pop|: 8,994,802 (1970)| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riot Act",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in England) a statute of 1715 by which persons committing a riot had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riot Act",1,1,1 ], "to disperse within an hour of the reading of the act by a magistrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Riot Act",1,1,2 ], "read the riot act to warn or reprimand severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rip Van Winkle",1,1,1 ], "a person who is oblivious to changes, esp| in social attitudes or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rip Van Winkle",1,1,2 ], "a person who sleeps a lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ripley",1,1,1 ], "1802-80, U|S| social reformer and transcendentalist: founder of the Brook Farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ripley",1,1,1 ], "experiment in communal living in Massachusetts (1841)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ripon",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 10,987 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ripon",1,1,1 ], "a city in N England, in North Yorkshire: cathedral (12th-16th centuries)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ripuarian",1,1,1,1 ], "Cologne along the Rhine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ripuarian",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the group of Franks who lived during the 4th century near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ripuarian",1,1,1,2 ], "of or designating their code of laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ripuarian",1,2,1 ], "a Ripuarian Frank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Risorgimento",1,1,1 ], "19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Risorgimento",1,1,1 ], "the period of and the movement for the political unification of Italy in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riss",1,1,1 ], "the third major Pleistocene glaciation in Alpine Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rivera",1,1,1 ], "1886-1957, Mexican painter, noted for his monumental murals in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rivera",1,1,1 ], "buildings, which are influenced by Aztec art and depict revolutionary themes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rivers",1,1,1 ], "Port Harcourt| Pop|: 1,544,314 (1976 est|)| Area: 17,941 sq| km (6929 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rivers",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Nigeria, in the Niger River Delta on the Gulf of Guinea| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riverside",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW California| Pop|: 154,618 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riviera",1,1,1 ], "contains some of Europe's most popular resorts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Riviera",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean coastal region between Cannes, France, and La Spezia, Italy:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riyadh",1,1,1 ], "the joint capital (with Mecca) of Saudi Arabia, situated in a central oasis:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Riyadh",1,1,1 ], "the largest city in the country| Pop|: 225,000 (1965 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rizal",1,1,1 ], "another name for Pasay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rizal",2,1,1 ], "1861-96, Philippine nationalist, executed by the Spanish during the Philippine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rizal",2,1,1 ], "revolution of 1896" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rizzio",1,1,1 ], "1533-66, Italian musician and courtier who became the secretary and favourite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rizzio",1,1,1 ], "of Mary Queen of Scots|He was murdered by her husband Darnley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rn",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for radon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ro Bravo",1,1,1 ], "the Mexican name for the Rio Grande" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ro Muni",1,1,1 ], "Area: 26,021 sq| km (10,047 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ro Muni",1,1,1 ], "one of the two provinces of Equatorial Guinea: comprises the mainland part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ro Muni",1,1,1 ], "the country, with some offshore islands| Capital: Bata| Pop|: 203,000 (1968 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ro de Oro",1,1,1 ], "a former region of W Africa: comprised the S part of the Spanish Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roanoke Island",1,1,1 ], "an island off the coast of North Carolina: site of the first attempted English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roanoke Island",1,1,1 ], "settlement in America| Length: 19 km (12 miles)| Average width: 5 km (3 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roaring Forties",1,1,1 ], "Nautical| the areas of ocean between 40 degrees and 50 degrees latitude in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roaring Forties",1,1,1 ], "S Hemisphere, noted for gale-force winds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rob Roy",1,1,1 ], "original name Robert Macgregor| 1671-1734, Scottish outlaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robbe-Grillet" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1922, French novelist| Author of",1). c_DEF([ "Robbe-Grillet" ,1, 1, 2],"and Jealousy (1957), he is one of the leading practitioners of the anti-roman",1). c_DEF([ "Robben Island",1,1,1 ], "African government to house political prisoners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robben Island",1,1,1 ], "a small island 11 km (7 miles) off the Cape Peninsula: used by the South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robbia",1,1,1 ], "Andrea della (an!dr$e$:a !della)| 1435-1525, Florentine sculptor, best known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robbia",1,1,1 ], "for his polychrome reliefs and his statues of infants in swaddling clothes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robbia",1,1,2 ], "his uncle, Luca della |1400-82, Florentine sculptor, who perfected a technique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robbia",1,1,2 ], "of enamelling terra cotta for reliefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robert I",1,1,1 ], "Scotland's independence (1328)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Robert I",1,1,1 ], "known as Robert the Bruce| 1274-1329, king of Scotland (1306-29): he defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robert I",1,1,1 ], "the English army of Edward II at Bannockburn (1314) and gained recognition of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robeson",1,1,1 ], "1898-1976, U|S| bass singer, actor, and leader in the Black civil-rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robeson",1,1,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robespierre",1,1,1 ], "1758-94, French revolutionary and Jacobin leader: established the Reign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robespierre",1,1,1 ], "Terror as a member of the Committee of Public Safety (1793-94): executed in the coup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robespierre",1,1,1 ], "d'etat of Thermidor (1794)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Robin Hood",1,1,1 ], "a legendary English outlaw of the reign of Richard I, who according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Robin Hood",1,1,1 ], "tradition lived in Sherwood Forest and robbed the rich to give to the poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robson",1,1,1 ], "Canadian Rockies| Height: 3954 m (12,972 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Robson",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SW Canada, in E British Columbia: the highest peak in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roca",1,1,1 ], "a cape in SW central Portugal, near Lisbon: the westernmost point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roca",1,1,1 ], "continental Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rochdale",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Lancashire: textile industry| Pop|: 91,344 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rochelle powder",1,1,1 ], "another name for Seidlitz powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rochelle salt",1,1,1 ], "KNaC4H4O6|4H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rochelle salt",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline double salt used in Seidlitz powder| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rochester",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE England, in Kent on the River Medway: with Chatham and Gillingham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rochester",1,1,1 ], "forms the conurbation of the Medway towns| Pop|: 55,460 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rochester",1,1,2 ], "a city in NW New York State, on Lake Ontario| Pop|: 276,796 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rock",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for Gibraltar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockefeller",1,1,1 ], "John D 1839-1937, U|S| industrialist and philanthropist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockefeller",1,1,2 ], "his son, John D 1874-1960, U|S| capitalist and philanthropist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockefeller",1,1,3 ], "his son, Nelson born 1908, U|S| politician; governor of New York State" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockefeller",1,1,4 ], "(1958-74); vice president 1974-76" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockford",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Illinois, on the Rock River| Pop|: 142,173 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockhampton",1,1,1 ], "a port in Australia, in E Queensland on the Fitzroy River| Pop|: 51,500 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockhampton",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rockies",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Rocky Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rockingham",1,1,1 ], "minister (1765-66; 1782)| He opposed the war with the American colonists" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rockingham",1,1,1 ], "the Whig opposition, whose members were known as the Rockingham Whigs; prime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rockingham",1,1,1 ], "title of Charles Watson-Wentworth| 1730-82, English statesman and leader of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountain goat",1,1,1 ], "Mountains| It has thick white hair and black backward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountain goat",1,1,1 ], "a sure-footed goat antelope, Oreamnos americanus, inhabiting the Rocky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountain spotted fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute rickettsial disease characterized by high fever, chills, pain in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountain spotted fever",1,1,1 ], "muscles and joints, skin rash, etc| It is caused by the bite of a tick infected with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountain spotted fever",1,1,1 ], "the microorganism Rickettsia rickettsii" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountains",1,1,1 ], "(14,431 ft|)| Mount McKinley (6194 m (20,320 ft|)), in the Alaska Range, is not" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountains",1,1,1 ], "strictly part of the Rocky Mountains" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountains",1,1,1 ], "the chief mountain system of W North America, extending from British Columbia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rocky Mountains",1,1,1 ], "to New Mexico: forms the Continental Divide| Highest peak: Mount Elbert, 4399 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rodgers",1,1,1 ], "(1936), and Pal Joey (1940)| After Hart's death his librettist was Oscar Hammerstein|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rodgers",1,1,1 ], "Pulitzer Prize" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rodgers",1,1,1 ], "Two of their musicals, Oklahoma!(1943) and South Pacific (1949), received the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rodgers",1,1,1 ], "born 1902, U|S| composer of musical comedies| He collaborated with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rodgers",1,1,1 ], "librettist Lorenz Hart on such musicals as A Connecticut Yankee (1927), On Your Toes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rodin" ,1, 1, 1],"1840-1917, French sculptor, noted for his portrayal of the human form|His",1). c_DEF([ "Rodin" ,1, 1, 1],"works include",2). c_DEF([ "Rodin" ,1, 1, 2],"The Burghers of Calais (1896), and The Thinker (1905)",1). c_DEF([ "Rodney",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Rodney| 1718-92, English admiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roentgen",1,1,1 ], "1845-1923, German physicist, who in 1895 discovered x-rays: Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roentgen",1,1,1 ], "physics 1901" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roeselare",1,1,1 ], "the Flemish name for Roulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roethke",1,1,1 ], "1908-63, U|S| poet, whose books include Words for the Wind (1957) and The Far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roethke",1,1,1 ], "Field (1964)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rogation Days",1,1,1 ], "April 25 (the Major Rogation) and the Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rogation Days",1,1,1 ], "Ascension Day, observed by Christians as days of solemn supplication for the harvest and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rogation Days",1,1,1 ], "marked by processions, special prayers, and blessing of the crops" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rogers",1,1,1 ], "Ginger| stage name of Virginia McMath| born 1911, U|S| dancer and film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rogers",1,1,1 ], "actress, who partnered Fred Astaire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rogers",1,1,2 ], "Will| original name William Penn Adair Rogers| 1879-1935, U|S| actor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rogers",1,1,2 ], "newspaper columnist, and humorist in the homespun tradition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roget",1,1,1 ], "1779-1869, English physician, who on retirement devised a Thesaurus of English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roget",1,1,1 ], "Words and Phrases (1852), a classified list of synonyms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roland",1,1,1 ], "Charlemagne; he died in battle at Roncesvalles (778 a|d|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roland",1,1,1 ], "the greatest of the legendary 12 peers (paladins) in attendance on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roland",1,1,2 ], "a Roland for an Oliver| an effective retort or retaliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rolf",1,1,1 ], "another name for Rollo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rolland" ,1, 1, 1],"1866-1944, French novelist, dramatist, and essayist, best known for his cycle",1). c_DEF([ "Rolland" ,1, 1, 1],"of novels about a musical genius,",2). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "Charlie Watts (born 1941; drums), Bill Wyman (born 1936; bass guitar), and subsequently" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "English rock group (formed 1962): comprising Mick Jagger (born 1943; lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "Mick Taylor (born 1941; guitar; with the group 1969-74) and Ron Wood (born 1947;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "Richard" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "Satanic Majesties request (1967), Get yer Ya-Ya's out (1969), Sticky Fingers (1971)," ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "and Exile on Main Street (1973)| Many of their numbers were written by Jagger and" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "and Honky Tonk Woman (1969); the EP Five by Five (1965); and the albums Their" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "guitar; with the group from 1975)| Their classic recordings include many hit singles" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "such as Satisfaction (1965), Get Off my Cloud (1965), Jumpin' Jack Flash (1968)," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Rolling Stones",1,1,1 ], "vocals), Keith Richard (born 1943; guitar, vocals), Brian Jones (1942-69; guitar)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rollo",1,1,1 ], "860-930 a|d|, Norse war leader who received from Charles the Simple a fief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rollo",1,1,1 ], "that formed the basis of the duchy of Normandy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rom",1,1,1 ], "a male Gypsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roma",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romagna",1,1,1 ], "an area of N Italy: part of the Papal States up to 1860" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romaic",1,1,1 ], "the modern Greek vernacular, esp| Demotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romaic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Greek, esp| Demotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romains",1,1,1 ], "His works include the novel Men of Good Will (1932-46)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romains",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Louis Farigoule| 1885-1972, French poet, dramatist, and novelist|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Catholic Church",1,1,1 ], "headquarters in the Vatican" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Catholic Church",1,1,1 ], "the Christian Church over which the pope presides, with administrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Catholic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Catholic",1,2,1 ], "a member of this Church|Often shortened to Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Catholicism",1,1,1 ], "the beliefs, practices, and system of government of the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "Byzantium and which lasted until 1453, and the Western Roman Empire, which lasted until" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "Empire included W and S Europe, Africa north of the Sahara, and SW Asia| In 395 a|d|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "it was divided by Theodosius into the Eastern Roman Empire, whose capital was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "the sack of Rome in 476" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "the territories ruled by ancient Rome| At its height under Trajan, the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,2 ], "the government of Rome and its dominions by the emperors from 27 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,3 ], "the Byzantine Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman Empire",1,1,4 ], "the Holy Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman alphabet",1,1,1 ], "The alphabet serves for writing most of the languages of W Europe and many other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roman alphabet",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Roman alphabet",1,1,1 ], "the alphabet evolved by the ancient Romans for the writing of Latin, based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman alphabet",1,1,1 ], "upon an Etruscan form derived from the Greeks and ultimately from the Phoenicians|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman arch",1,1,1 ], "another name for Norman arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman calendar",1,1,1 ], "Feb| 23 and 24" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roman calendar",1,1,1 ], "calendar| It originally consisted of 10 months, with a special month intercalated between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman calendar",1,1,1 ], "the lunar calendar of ancient Rome, replaced in 45 b|c| by the Julian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman candle",1,1,1 ], "a firework that produces a continuous shower of sparks punctuated by coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman candle",1,1,1 ], "balls of fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman collar",1,1,1 ], "another name for clerical collar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman holiday",1,1,1 ], "entertainment or pleasure that depends on the suffering of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman law",1,1,1 ], "forming the basis of many modern legal systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman law",1,1,1 ], "the system of jurisprudence of ancient Rome, codified under Justinian and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman law",1,1,2 ], "another term for civil law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman mile",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length used in ancient Rome, equivalent to about 1620 yards or 1481" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman mile",1,1,1 ], "metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman nose",1,1,1 ], "a nose having a high prominent bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman numerals",1,1,1 ], "I (= 1), V (= 5), X (= 10), L (= 50), C (= 100), D (= 500), and M (= 1000)| If a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roman numerals",1,1,1 ], "XC (= 90), CL (= 150), XXV (= 25), XLIV (= 44)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Roman numerals",1,1,1 ], "numeral is followed by another numeral of lower denomination, the two are added" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Roman numerals",1,1,1 ], "still used occasionally today| The integers are represented by the following letters:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman numerals",1,1,1 ], "subtracted from the greater| Thus VI = 6 (V + I), but IV = 4 (V,-,I)| Other examples are" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Roman numerals",1,1,1 ], "the letters used by the Romans for the representation of cardinal numbers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman numerals",1,1,1 ], "together; if it is preceded by one of lower denomination, the smaller numeral is" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Roman pace",1,1,1 ], "(145 centimetres)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman pace",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman measure of length, equal to 5 Roman feet or about 58 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Rome or its inhabitants in ancient or modern times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Roman Catholicism or the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman",1,1,3 ], "Romans, characterized by large-scale masonry domes, barrel vaults, and semicircular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roman",1,1,3 ], "arches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roman",1,1,3 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of architecture used by the ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman",1,2,1 ], "a citizen or inhabitant of ancient or modern Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roman",1,2,2 ], "short for Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romance",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to the languages derived from Latin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romance",1,1,1 ], "including Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Rumanian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romance",1,1,2 ], "denoting a word borrowed from a Romance language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romance",1,2,1 ], "of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romance",1,2,1 ], "this group of languages; the living languages that belong to the Italic branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanes",1,1,1 ], "Romany; the language of the Gypsies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanesque",1,1,1 ], "Europe from the 9th to the 12th century, characterized by the rounded arch, the groin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romanesque",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of architecture used in W and S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanesque",1,1,1 ], "vault, massive-masonry wall construction, and a restrained use of mouldings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Romanesque",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to a corresponding style in painting, sculpture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romania",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Rumania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanic",1,1,1 ], "another word for Roman or Romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanism",1,1,1 ], "Roman Catholicism, esp| when regarded as excessively or superstitiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanism",1,1,1 ], "ritualistic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romanist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Church, esp| the Church of England, who favours or is influenced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanist",1,1,1 ], "by Roman Catholicism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romanist",1,1,2 ], "a Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanist",1,1,3 ], "a student of classical Roman civilization or law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanize",1,1,1 ], "to impart a Roman Catholic character to (a ceremony, practice, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanize",1,2,1 ], "to be converted to Roman Catholicism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanize",1,3,1 ], "to transcribe or transliterate (a language) into the Roman alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanize",1,3,2 ], "to make Roman in character, allegiance, style, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romano",1,1,1 ], "a hard light-coloured sharp-tasting cheese, similar to Parmesan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romanov",1,1,1 ], "Mikhail Fyodorovich to the abdication (1917) of Nicholas II during the February" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romanov",1,1,1 ], "Revolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Romanov",1,1,1 ], "any of the Russian imperial dynasty that ruled from the crowning (1613) of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romans",1,1,1 ], "a book of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romans",1,1,2 ], "(in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Romans), containing one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romans",1,1,2 ], "fullest expositions of the doctrines of Saint Paul, written in 58 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romansch",1,1,1 ], "a group of Rhaetian dialects spoken in the Swiss canton of Grisons; an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romansch",1,1,1 ], "official language of Switzerland since 1938" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romany",1,1,1,1 ], "another name for a Gypsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romany",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romany",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family, but incorporating extensive borrowings from local European languages|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romany",1,1,2 ], "Most of its 250,000 speakers are bilingual| It is extinct in Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Romany",1,1,2 ], "the language of the Gypsies, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romberg",1,1,1 ], "1887-1951, U|S| composer of operettas, born in Hungary| He wrote The Student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romberg",1,1,1 ], "Prince (1924) and The Desert Song (1926)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rome",1,1,1 ], "2,868,248 (1975 est|)| Italian name: Roma" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rome",1,1,1 ], "Empire; a great cultural and artistic centre, esp| during the Renaissance| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rome",1,1,1 ], "b|c|, later spreading to six other hills east of the Tiber; capital of the Roman" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rome",1,1,1 ], "the Vatican City; traditionally founded by Romulus on the Palatine Hill in 753" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rome",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Italy, on the River Tiber: includes the independent state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rome",1,1,2 ], "the Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romeo",1,1,1 ], "an ardent male lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling Roman Catholic beliefs or practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rommel",1,1,1 ], "brilliant generalship in N Africa in World War II| Later a commander in N France, he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rommel",1,1,1 ], "committed suicide after the officers' plot against Hitler" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rommel",1,1,1 ], "nicknamed the Desert Fox| 1891-1944, German field marshal, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romney Marsh",1,1,1 ], "a marshy area of SE England, on the Kent coast between New Romney and Rye:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romney Marsh",1,1,1 ], "includes Dungeness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romney Marsh",1,1,2 ], "a type of hardy British sheep from this area, with long wool, bred for mutton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romney",1,1,1 ], "1734-1802, English painter, who painted more than 50 portraits of Lady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romney",1,1,1 ], "Hamilton in various historical roles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Romulus",1,1,1 ], "later killed Remus in an argument over the new city" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Romulus",1,1,1 ], "the founder of Rome, suckled with his twin brother Remus by a she-wolf after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Romulus",1,1,1 ], "they were abandoned in infancy| Their parents were Rhea Silvia and Mars| Romulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rom| Cath|",1,1,1 ], "Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rom|",1,1,1 ], "Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rom|",1,1,2 ], "Romance (languages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rom|",1,1,3 ], "Romans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roncesvalles",1,1,1 ], "a village in N Spain, in the Pyrenees: a nearby pass was the scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roncesvalles",1,1,1 ], "defeat of Charlemagne and death of Roland in 778| French name: Roncevaux (r?~@$s!vo)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rondnia",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 243,043 sq| km (93,839 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1956): Guapore" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rondnia",1,1,1 ], "a federal territory of W Brazil: consists chiefly of tropical rainforest; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rondnia",1,1,1 ], "centre of the Amazon rubber boom until about 1912| Capital: Porto Velho| Pop|: 111,064" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rone",1,1,1 ], "a port in Denmark, on the W coast of Bornholm Island| Pop|: 14,741 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roneo" ,1, 1, 1],"to duplicate (a document) from a stencil",1). c_DEF([ "Roneo" ,1, 2, 1],"neos",1). c_DEF([ "Roneo" ,1, 2, 2],"a document reproduced by this process",1). c_DEF([ "Ronsard",1,1,1 ], "1524-85, French poet, foremost of the Pleiade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roodepoort-Maraisburg",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 134,630 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roodepoort-Maraisburg",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE South Africa, in S Transvaal on the Witwatersrand|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,1 ], "Eleanor| 1884-1962, U|S| writer, diplomat, and advocate of liberal causes:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,1 ], "delegate to the United Nations (1945-52)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,2 ], "crisis of the 1930s and was a forceful leader during World War II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,2 ], "elected four times| He instituted major reforms (the New Deal) to counter the economic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,2 ], "her husband, Franklin Delano| 1882-1945, 32nd president of the U|S| (1933-45);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,3 ], "He won the Nobel peace prize (1906), for mediating in the Russo-Japanese war" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,3 ], "Theodore| 1858-1919, 26th president of the U|S| (1901-09)| A proponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roosevelt",1,1,3 ], "extending military power, he won for the U|S| the right to build the Panama Canal (1903)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roost",1,1,1 ], "Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roost",1,1,1 ], "a powerful current caused by conflicting tides around the Shetland and Orkney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roquefort",1,1,1 ], "a blue-veined cheese with a strong flavour, made from ewe's and goat's milk:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roquefort",1,1,1 ], "matured in caves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roraima",1,1,1 ], "230,104 sq| km (89,740 sq| miles)| Pop|: 40,885 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roraima",1,1,1 ], "a federal territory of N Brazil: chiefly rainforest| Capital: Boa Vista| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rorschach test",1,1,1 ], "a personality test consisting of a number of unstructured ink blots presented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rorschach test",1,1,1 ], "for interpretation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rosa",1,1,1 ], "Alps|Height: 4634 m (15,204 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rosa",1,1,1 ], "a mountain between Italy and Switzerland: the highest in the Pennine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosa",2,1,1 ], "1615-73, Italian artist, noted esp| for his romantic landscapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosario",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in E Argentina, on the Parana River: the second largest city in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosario",1,1,1 ], "the country; industrial centre| Pop|: 810,840 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roscius",1,1,1 ], "full name Quintus Roscius Gallus| died 62 b|c| Roman actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roscius",1,1,2 ], "any actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roscommon",1,1,1 ], "(951 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Roscommon",1,1,1 ], "an inland county of N central Ireland, in Connacht: economy based on cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roscommon",1,1,1 ], "and sheep farming| County town: Roscommon| Pop|: 53,519 (1971)| Area: 2463 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roseberry",1,1,1 ], "minister (1894-95)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roseberry",1,1,1 ], "title of Archibald Philip Primrose|1847-1929, British statesman; Liberal prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosetta stone",1,1,1 ], "(196 b|c|) and carved with parallel inscriptions in Greek, Demotic, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rosetta stone",1,1,1 ], "a basalt slab discovered in 1799 at Rosetta, dating to the reign of Ptolemy V" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosetta stone",1,1,1 ], "hieroglyphics, which provided the key to the decipherment of ancient Egyptian texts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rosetta",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Egypt, in the Nile delta| Pop|: 36,711 (1966)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosewall",1,1,1 ], "1971-72 U|S| champion 1956 and 1970" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rosewall",1,1,1 ], "born 1934, Australian tennis player: Australian champion 1953, 1955, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosh Hashanah",1,1,1 ], "marked chiefly by the blowing of the shofar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rosh Hashanah",1,1,1 ], "the Jewish New Year, celebrated on the first or first and second of Tishri and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rosicrucian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a society professing esoteric religious doctrines, venerating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ 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and King Edward VII Land, the Ross Sea and islands, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ross Ice Shelf",1,1,1 ], "Byrd Land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ross Ice Shelf",1,1,1 ], "the ice shelf forming the S part of the Ross Sea, between Victoria Land and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ross Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Ross Sea: contains the active volcano Mount Erebus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ross Sea",1,1,1 ], "a large arm of the S Pacific in Antarctica, incorporating the Ross Ice Shelf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ross Sea",1,1,1 ], "and lying between Victoria Land and the Edward VII Peninsula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ross and Cromarty",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of NW Scotland, including the island of Lewis and many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ross and Cromarty",1,1,1 ], "islets: now part of the Highland region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ross",1,1,1 ], "Antarctic voyage (1839-43)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ross",1,1,1 ], "Antarctic| He located the north magnetic pole (1831) and discovered the Ross Sea during an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ross",1,1,1 ], "Sir James Clark| 1800-62, British naval officer; explorer of the Arctic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ross",1,1,2 ], "his uncle, Sir John| 1777-1856, Scottish naval officer and Arctic explorer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ross",1,1,3 ], "Sir Ronald| 1857-1932, English bacteriologist, who discovered the transmission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ross",1,1,3 ], "of malaria by mosquitoes: Nobel prize for medicine 1902" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rossetti",1,1,1 ], "Christina Georgina| 1830-94, English Pre-Raphaelite poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rossetti",1,1,2 ], "Pre-Raphaelites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rossetti",1,1,2 ], "her brother, Dante Gabriel| 1828-82, English poet and painter: a leader of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rossini" ,1, 1, 1],"1792-1868, Italian composer, esp| of operas, such as",1). c_DEF([ "Rossini" ,1, 1, 2],"and William Tell (1829)",1). c_DEF([ "Rossiya",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rostand" ,1, 1, 1],"1868-1918, French playwright and poet in the romantic tradition best known for",1). c_DEF([ "Rostand" ,1, 1, 1],"his verse drama",2). c_DEF([ "Rostock",1,1,1 ], "Baltic and its outport, Warnemunde: the chief port of East Germany; university (1419)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rostock",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 211,723 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rostock",1,1,1 ], "a port in N East Germany, on the Warnow estuary 13 km (8 miles) from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rostov",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Soviet Union, on the River Don 48 km (30 miles) from the Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rostov",1,1,1 ], "of Azov: industrial centre| Pop|: 888,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rostropovich",1,1,1 ], "born 1927 in the Soviet Union, cellist, composer, and conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rota",1,1,1 ], "See" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rota",1,1,1 ], "the supreme ecclesiastical tribunal for judging cases brought before the Holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotameter",1,1,1 ], "a device used for measuring the flow of a fluid| It consists of a small float" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotameter",1,1,1 ], "suspended in a vertical glass tube, the height of the float indicating the rate of flow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rotarian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Rotary Club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Rotary Clubs or their members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotary Club",1,1,1 ], "any of the local clubs that form Rotary International, an international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotary Club",1,1,1 ], "association of professional and business men founded in the U|S| in 1905 to promote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rotary Club",1,1,1 ], "community service" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rotherham",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in N England, in South Yorkshire| Pop|: 84,646 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rothermere",1,1,1 ], "title of Harold Sidney Harmsworth| 1868-1940, British newspaper magnate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rothesay",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 6524 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rothesay",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Scotland, in Strathclyde region, on the E coast of Bute Island|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rothko",1,1,1 ], "born 1903, U|S| abstract expressionist painter, born in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rothschild",1,1,1 ], "a powerful family of European Jewish bankers, prominent members of which were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rothschild",1,1,2 ], "Lionel Nathan, Baron de Rothschild| 1809-79, English banker and first Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rothschild",1,1,2 ], "member of Parliament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rothschild",1,1,3 ], "Rothschild banking firm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rothschild",1,1,3 ], "his grandfather Meyer Amschel | 1743-1812, German financier and founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rothschild",1,1,4 ], "Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rothschild",1,1,4 ], "his son, Nathan Meyer, Baron de Rothschild| 1777-1836, British banker, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotorua",1,1,1 ], "Rotorua: health resort in a volcanic region| Pop|: 31,265 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rotorua",1,1,1 ], "a city in New Zealand, on N central North Island at the SW end of Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotterdam",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Netherlands, in South Holland province: the second largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rotterdam",1,1,1 ], "city of the Netherlands and one of the world's largest ports; oil refineries," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rotterdam",1,1,1 ], "shipbuilding yards, etc| Pop|: 628,389 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rottweiler",1,1,1 ], "a breed of large dog with a smooth coat, black and dark tan in colour, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rottweiler",1,1,1 ], "usually having a docked tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rouault",1,1,1 ], "1871-1958, French expressionist artist|His work is deeply religious it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rouault",1,1,1 ], "includes much stained glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roubaix",1,1,1 ], "a city in N France near the Belgian border: forms, with Tourcoing, a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roubaix",1,1,1 ], "industrial conurbation| Pop|: 109,797 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rouen",1,1,1 ], "a city in N France, on the River Seine: the chief river port of France; became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rouen",1,1,1 ], "capital of the duchy of Normandy in 912; scene of the burning of Joan of Arc (1431);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rouen",1,1,1 ], "university (1964)| Pop|: 118,332 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rouge Croix",1,1,1 ], "a pursuivant at the English college of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rouge Dragon",1,1,1 ], "a pursuivant at the English college of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rouget de Lisle" ,1, 1, 1],"1760-1836, French army officer: composer of the",1). c_DEF([ "Rouget de Lisle" ,1, 1, 2],"the French national anthem|",1). c_DEF([ "Roulers",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Belgium, in West Flanders province| Pop|: 40,428 (1970)| Flemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roulers",1,1,1 ], "name: Roeselare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roumania",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Rumania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roumelia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Rumelia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Round Table",1,1,1 ], "the table of King Arthur, shaped so that his knights could sit around it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Round Table",1,1,1 ], "without any having precedence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Round Table",1,1,2 ], "Arthur and his knights collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Round Table",1,1,3 ], "meet in order to further social and business activities and charitable work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Round Table",1,1,3 ], "one of an organization of clubs of young business and professional men who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roundhead",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of Parliament against Charles I during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,1 ], "Henri , called le Douanier| 1844-1910, French painter, who created bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,1 ], "Sleeping Gypsy (1897) and Jungle with a Lion (1904-06)| He also worked as a customs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,1 ], "dreamlike pictures, often of exotic landscapes in a naive style| Among his works are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,1 ], "official" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,2 ], "(1762), and his Confessions (1782)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,2 ], "Jean Jacques (#fa !#fak)| 1712-78, French philosopher and writer, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,2 ], "Switzerland, who strongly influenced the theories of the French Revolution and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,2 ], "he felt was warped by society| His works include Du contrat social (1762), Emile" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,2 ], "romantics| Many of his ideas spring from his belief in the natural goodness of man, whom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,3 ], "Barbizon school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rousseau",1,1,3 ], "Theodore (te@$!d@$r)| 1812-67, French landscape painter: leader of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Roussillon",1,1,1 ], "French crown in 1659; now forms part of the region of Languedoc-Roussillon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roussillon",1,1,1 ], "a former province of S France: united with Aragon in 1172; passed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rover",1,1,1 ], "the former name for Venture Scout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rowe",1,1,1 ], "1674-1718, English dramatist; poet laureate (1715-18)| His plays include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rowe",1,1,1 ], "Tamerlane (1702), The Fair Penitent (1703), and Jane Shore (1714)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rowlandson",1,1,1 ], "1756-1827, English caricaturist, noted for the vigour of his attack on sordid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rowlandson",1,1,1 ], "aspects of contemporary society and on statesmen such as Napoleon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Roxas y Acuna" ,1, 1, 1],"1Manuel (manwel)| 1892-1948, Philippine statesman; first president of the",1). c_DEF([ "Roxas y Acuna" ,1, 1, 1],"Republic of the Philippines (1946-48)",2). c_DEF([ "Roxburgh",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SE Scotland, now part of the Borders region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Academy",1,1,1 ], "a society founded by George III in 1768 to foster a national school of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Academy",1,1,1 ], "painting, sculpture, and design in England| Full name: Royal Academy of Arts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Air Force List",1,1,1 ], "an official list of all serving commissioned officers of the RAF and reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Air Force List",1,1,1 ], "officers liable for recall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Air Force",1,1,1 ], "the airforce of Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Canadian Mounted Police",1,1,1 ], "the federal police force of Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Commission",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a body set up by the monarch on the recommendation of the prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Commission",1,1,1 ], "any social, educational, or other matter|The commission has prescribed terms of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Commission",1,1,1 ], "minister to gather information about the operation of existing laws or to investigate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Commission",1,1,1 ], "reference and reports to the government on how any change might be achieved" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Engineers",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the British army that undertakes the building of fortifications," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Engineers",1,1,1 ], "mines, bridges, and other engineering works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Highness",1,1,1 ], "a title of honour used in addressing or referring to a member of a royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Highness",1,1,1 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Institution",1,1,1 ], "a British society founded in 1799 for the dissemination of scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Institution",1,1,1 ], "knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Marines",1,1,1 ], "a corps of soldiers specially trained in amphibious warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Navy",1,1,1 ], "the navy of Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Society",1,1,1 ], "an association founded in England by Charles II in 1660 to promote research in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Society",1,1,1 ], "the sciences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Victorian Order",1,1,1 ], "an order of chivalry founded by Queen Victoria in 1896, membership of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Victorian Order",1,1,1 ], "conferred for special services to the sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Royal Worcester",1,1,1 ], "Worcester china made after 1862" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royce",1,1,1 ], "1855-1916, U|S| philosopher of monistic idealism| In his ethical studies he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Royce",1,1,1 ], "emphasized the need for individual loyalty to the world community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rs|",1,1,1 ], "rupees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rt| Hon|",1,1,1 ], "Right Honourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rt| Rev|",1,1,1 ], "Right Reverend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ru",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for ruthenium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruanda-Urundi",1,1,1 ], "League of Nations mandate under Belgian administration from 1919; a United Nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruanda-Urundi",1,1,1 ], "a former territory of central Africa: part of German East Africa from 1890; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruanda-Urundi",1,1,1 ], "trusteeship from 1946; divided into the independent states of Rwanda and Burundi in 1962" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rub' al Khali",1,1,1 ], "a desert in S Arabia, extending southeast from Nejd to Hadramaut and northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rub' al Khali",1,1,1 ], "from Yemen to the United Arab Emirates| Area: about 777,000 sq| km (300,000 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rub' al Khali",1,1,1 ], "miles)| English names: Great Sandy Desert, Empty Quarter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rubbra",1,1,1 ], "Edmund| born 1901, English composer of works in a traditional idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rubens",1,1,1 ], "(??1639)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Rubens",1,1,1 ], "Descent from the Cross (1611-14), The Rape of the Sabines (1635), and his Self-Portrait" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rubens",1,1,1 ], "England in 1629| His prolific output includes the triptych in Antwerp Cathedral," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rubens",1,1,1 ], "Sir Peter Paul| 1577-1640, Flemish painter, regarded as the greatest exponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rubens",1,1,1 ], "him many commissions, artistic and diplomatic| He was knighted by Charles I of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rubens",1,1,1 ], "of the Baroque: appointed (1609) painter to Archduke Albert of Austria, who gave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,1 ], "Gaul| By leading his army across it and marching on Rome in 49 b|c|, Julius Caesar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,1 ], "a stream in N Italy: in ancient times the boundary between Italy and Cisalpine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,1 ], "broke the law that a general might not lead an army out of the province to which he" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,1 ], "was posted and so committed himself to civil war with the senatorial party" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,2 ], "a point of no return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,3 ], "a penalty in piquet by which the score of a player who fails to reach 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,3 ], "points in six hands is added to his opponent's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rubicon",1,1,4 ], "cross the Rubicon| to commit oneself irrevocably to some course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rubinstein",1,1,1 ], "Anton Grigorevich (an!t@$n gri!g@$rj$Ivit#s)| 1829-94, Russian composer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rubinstein",1,1,1 ], "pianist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rubinstein",1,1,2 ], "Artur | born 1886, U|S| pianist, born in Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rudesheimer",1,1,1 ], "a white Rhine wine: named after the town of Rudesheim on the Rhine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rudolf I",1,1,1 ], "1218-91, king of Germany (1273-91): founder of the Hapsburg dynasty based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rudolf I",1,1,1 ], "the duchies of Styria and Austria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rudolf",1,1,1 ], "(2743 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rudolf",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow lake in E Africa, in the Great Rift Valley| Area: 7104 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rugby",1,1,1 ], "1567| Pop|: 59,372 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rugby",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in E Warwickshire: famous public school, founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruhr",1,1,1 ], "Rhine-Westphalia around the valley of the River Ruhr (a tributary of the Rhine 235 km (146" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruhr",1,1,1 ], "miles) long)| German name: Ruhrgebiet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ruhr",1,1,1 ], "the chief coalmining and industrial region of West Germany: in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruisdael",1,1,1 ], "1628-82, Dutch landscape painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rules",1,1,1 ], "short for Australian Rules (football)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rules",1,1,2 ], "Fleet and King's Bench prison) in which trusted prisoners were allowed to live under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rules",1,1,2 ], "specified restrictions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rules",1,1,2 ], "the Rules| English history| the neighbourhood around certain prisons (esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rumania",1,1,1 ], "1965| It consists chiefly of a great central arc of the Carpathian Mountains and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rumania",1,1,1 ], "Bucharest| Pop|: 21,178,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 237,500 sq| km (91,699 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Rumania",1,1,1 ], "Transylvanian Alps, with the plains of Walachia, Moldavia, and Dobriya on the south and east" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rumania",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Europe, bordering on the Black Sea: united in 1861; became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rumania",1,1,1 ], "and the Pannonian Plain in the west| Language: Rumanian| Currency: leu| Capital:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rumania",1,1,1 ], "independent in 1879; Communist government set up in 1945; became a socialist republic in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rumanian",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rumanian",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Rumania, belonging to the Romance group of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rumanian",1,1,2 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Rumania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rumanian",1,2,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rumanian",1,2,1 ], "relating to, denoting, or characteristic of Rumania, its people, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rumelia",1,1,1 ], "Bulgaria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rumelia",1,1,1 ], "Macedonia, Albania, Thrace, and an autonomous province (Eastern Rumelia) ceded in 1885 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rumelia",1,1,1 ], "the possessions of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkan peninsula: including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rump Parliament",1,1,1 ], "and from 1659-60" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rump Parliament",1,1,1 ], "the remainder of the Long Parliament after Pride's Purge| It sat from 1648-53" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rumpelstiltskin",1,1,1 ], "a dwarf in a German folktale who aids the king's bride on condition that she" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rumpelstiltskin",1,1,1 ], "destroyed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rumpelstiltskin",1,1,1 ], "give him her first child or guess the dwarf's name| She guesses correctly and he is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rum|",1,1,1 ], "Rumania(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Runcorn",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in N Cheshire on the Manchester Ship Canal: port and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Runcorn",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre; designated a new town in 1964| Pop|: 35,953 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rundstedt",1,1,1 ], "1875-1953, German field marshal directed the conquest of Poland and France in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rundstedt",1,1,1 ], "World War II commander of the Western Front (1942-44) led the Ardennes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rundstedt",1,1,1 ], "counteroffensive (Dec| 1944)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Runion",1,1,1 ], "481,400 (1975)| Area: 2510 sq| km (970 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Runion",1,1,1 ], "France, having been in French possession since 1642| Capital: Saint-Denis| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Runion",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, in the Mascarene Islands: an overseas region of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Runnymede",1,1,1 ], "a meadow on the S bank of the Thames near Windsor, where King John met his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Runnymede",1,1,1 ], "rebellious barons in 1215 and acceded to Magna Carta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Runyon",1,1,1 ], "Damon| 1884-1946, U|S| short-story writer, best known for his humorous tales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Runyon",1,1,1 ], "about racy Broadway characters| His story collections include Guys and Dolls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Runyon",1,1,2 ], "(1932), which became the basis of a musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Runyon",1,1,3 ], "(1950)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rupert",1,1,1 ], "1619-82, German-born nephew of Charles I: Royalist general during the Civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rupert",1,1,1 ], "Restoration he was an admiral of the English fleet in wars against the Dutch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rupert",1,1,1 ], "War (until 1646) and commander of the Royalist fleet (1648-50)| After the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rurik",1,1,1 ], "died 879| Varangian (Scandinavian Viking) leader who founded the Russian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rurik",1,1,1 ], "monarchy| He gained control over Novgorod (??862) and his dynasty, the Rurikids, ruled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rurik",1,1,1 ], "until 1598" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ruritania",1,1,1 ], "Hope, esp| The Prisoner of Zenda (1894)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruritania",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary kingdom of central Europe: setting of several novels by Anthony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruritania",1,1,2 ], "any setting of adventure, romance, and intrigue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruse",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Bulgaria, on the River Danube: the chief river port and one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruse",1,1,1 ], "the largest industrial centres in Bulgaria| Pop|: 158,240 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rushmore",1,1,1 ], "Gutzon Borglum between 1927 and 1941| Height: 1841 m (6040 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rushmore",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W South Dakota, in the Black Hills: a national memorial, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rushmore",1,1,1 ], "the faces of Washington, Lincoln, Jefferson, and Roosevelt carved into its side by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rusk",1,1,1 ], "Dean| born 1909, U|S| politician and diplomat: secretary of state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rusk",1,1,2 ], "(1961-69)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruskin",1,1,1 ], "1819-1900, English art critic and social reformer| He was a champion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruskin",1,1,1 ], "Gothic Revival and the Pre-Raphaelites and saw a close connection between art and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruskin",1,1,1 ], "Last (1862), Time and Tide (1867), and Fors Clavigera (1871-84)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ruskin",1,1,1 ], "morality| From about 1860 he argued vigorously for social and economic planning| His" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ruskin",1,1,1 ], "works include Modern Painters (1843-60), The Stones of Venice (1851-53), Unto this" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Russ",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for Russian (person or language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,1 ], "Bertrand , 3rd Earl Russell| 1872-1970, English philosopher and mathematician|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,1 ], "His books include Principles of Mathematics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,10 ], "Ken| born 1927, English film director: his films include Women in Love (1969)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,10 ], "The Music Lovers (1970), The Boy Friend (1971), and Valentino (1977)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,2 ], "(1903), Principia Mathematica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,3 ], "(1910-13) with A| N| Whitehead, Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,4 ], "(1919), The Problems of Philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,5 ], "(1912), The Analysis of Mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,6 ], "(1921), and An Enquiry into Meaning and Truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,7 ], "(1940): Nobel prize for literature 1950" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,8 ], "George William, penname A| 1867-1935, Irish poet and journalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,9 ], "1865-66)| He led the campaign to carry the 1832 Reform Act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russell",1,1,9 ], "John, 1st Earl Russell| 1792-1878, English statesman; prime minister (1846-52;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russia leather",1,1,1 ], "a smooth dyed leather made from calfskin and scented with birch tar oil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russia leather",1,1,1 ], "originally produced in Russia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russia",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Russian Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russia",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russia",1,1,3 ], "another name for the Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Empire",1,1,1 ], "of 1917" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Empire",1,1,1 ], "the tsarist empire in Asia and E Europe, overthrown by the Russian Revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "presided over by the Patriarch of Moscow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Orthodox Church",1,1,1 ], "the national Church of Russia, constituting a branch of the Eastern Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Revolution",1,1,1 ], "provisional government was set up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Revolution",1,1,1 ], "the uprising in Russia in March 1917, during which the tsar abdicated and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Revolution",1,1,2 ], "civil war against counter-revolutionary armies (1918-22), which ended in eventual" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Revolution",1,1,2 ], "the seizure of power by the Bolsheviks under Lenin in November 1917," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Revolution",1,1,2 ], "transforming the uprising into a socialist revolution| This was followed by a period of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Revolution",1,1,2 ], "victory for the Bolsheviks" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "17,074,984 sq| km (6,592,658 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "20 major nationality groups and produces about 70 per cent of the agricultural and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Pacific and from the Arctic Ocean to the Caspian Sea: ranges from arctic to subtropical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "in climate and includes tundra, forests, steppes, and rich arable land; contains" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "industrial output of the Soviet Union| Capital: Moscow| Pop|: 130,079,210 (1970)| Area:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "the largest administrative division of the Soviet Union (over 76 per cent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "the total area and 55 per cent of the population), extending from the Baltic to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russian Zone",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Soviet Zone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian dressing",1,1,1 ], "mayonnaise with chilli sauce, chopped gherkins, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian roulette",1,1,1 ], "a game of chance in which each player in turn spins the cylinder of a revolver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian roulette",1,1,1 ], "head" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Russian roulette",1,1,1 ], "loaded with only one cartridge and presses the trigger with the barrel against his own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russian roulette",1,1,2 ], "any foolish or potentially suicidal undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian salad",1,1,1 ], "a salad of cold diced cooked vegetables mixed with Russian dressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian wolfhound",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for borzoi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian",1,1,1 ], "the official language of the Soviet Union: an Indo-European language belonging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian",1,1,1 ], "to the East Slavonic branch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russian",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Russia or the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Russia or the Soviet Union, its people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russian",1,2,1 ], "or their language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russianize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become Russian in style, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russky",1,2,1 ], "a slang word for Russian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russo-",1,1,1 ], "Russia or Russian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russo-Japanese War",1,1,1 ], "a war (1904-05) between Russia and Japan, caused largely by rivalry over Korea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russo-Japanese War",1,1,1 ], "and Manchuria| Russia suffered a series of major defeats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russophile",1,1,1 ], "an admirer of Russia or the Soviet Union, its customs, political system, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russophobe",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union, its political system, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Russophobe",1,1,1 ], "a person who feels intense and often irrational hatred (Russophobia) for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Russ|",1,1,1 ], "Russia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rus|",1,1,1 ], "Russia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruth",1,1,1,1 ], "Naomi, and became the wife of Boaz; an ancestress of David" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruth",1,1,1,1 ], "a Moabite woman, who left her own people to remain with her mother-in-law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruth",1,1,1,2 ], "the book in which these events are recounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruth",1,1,2 ], "George Herman| nicknamed Babe| 1895-1948, U|S| professional baseball player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruth",1,1,2 ], "from 1914 to 1935" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruthenia",1,1,1 ], "Ukrainian SSR" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ruthenia",1,1,1 ], "a region of E Europe on the south side of the Carpathian Mountains: belonged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruthenia",1,1,1 ], "ceded to the Soviet Union in 1945; now forms the Transcarpathian Region of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ruthenia",1,1,1 ], "to Hungary from the 14th century, to Czechoslovakia from 1918 to 1939, and was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruthenian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Ruthenia, its people, or their dialect of Ukrainian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruthenian",1,2,1 ], "a dialect of Ukrainian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruthenian",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Ruthenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rutherford",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Rutherford| 1871-1937, British physicist, born in New Zealand, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rutherford",1,1,1 ], "discovered the atomic nucleus (1909)| Nobel prize for chemistry 1908" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rutland",1,1,1 ], "a former inland county of central England: the smallest English county| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rutland",1,1,1 ], "became part of Leicestershire in 1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruwenzori",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Mount Stanley, 5109 m (16,763 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ruwenzori",1,1,1 ], "Lakes Edward and Albert: generally thought to be Ptolemy's Mountains of the Moon|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ruwenzori",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in central Africa, on the Ugandan-Zairese border between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruysdael",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ruisdael" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruyter",1,1,1 ], "1607-76, Dutch admiral, who distinguished himself against several foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ruyter",1,1,1 ], "fleet (1667)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ruyter",1,1,1 ], "fleets|Twice he entered English rivers (the Medway and the Thames) in pursuit of the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rwanda",1,1,1 ], "(10,169 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1962): Ruanda" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Rwanda",1,1,1 ], "Currency: Rwanda franc| Capital: Kigali| Pop|: 3,572,550 (1970)| Area: 26,338 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rwanda",1,1,1 ], "a republic in central Africa: part of German East Africa from 1899 until 1917," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rwanda",1,1,1 ], "successful Hutu revolt against the Tutsi (1959)| Official languages: Rwanda and French|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rwanda",1,1,1 ], "when Belgium took over the administration; became a republic in 1961 after the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rwanda",2,1,1 ], "Niger-Congo family and closely related to Kirundi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rwanda",2,1,1 ], "the official language of Rwanda, belonging to the Bantu group of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rwy|",1,1,1 ], "railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ryazan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union: capital of a medieval principality; oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ryazan",1,1,1 ], "refineries and engineering industries| Pop|: 419,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rybinsk",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)| Former name (from the Revolution until 1957): Shcherbakov" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Rybinsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, on the River Volga: an important river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Rybinsk",1,1,1 ], "end of the Rybinsk Reservoir (area: 4700 sq| km (1800 sq| miles))| Pop|: 233,000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Rybinsk",1,1,1 ], "port, terminal of the Mariinsk Waterway (between Leningrad and the Volga) at the SE" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rydal",1,1,1 ], "Rydal Mount, home of Wordsworth from 1813 to 1850" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Rydal",1,1,1 ], "a village in NW England, in Cumbria on Rydal Water (a small lake): site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ryobu Shinto",1,1,1 ], "a fusion of Shinto and Buddhism, which flourished in Japan in the 13th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ryobu Shinto",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ryswick",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Rijswijk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ryukyu Islands",1,1,1 ], "(on Okinawa)| Pop|: 945,111 (1970)| Area: 2196 sq| km (849 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ryukyu Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of 55 islands in the W Pacific, extending almost 650 km (400 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ryukyu Islands",1,1,1 ], "century, Japanese supremacy from 1872 to 1945, and U|S| control from 1945 to 1972; now" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ryukyu Islands",1,1,1 ], "from S Japan to N Taiwan: an ancient kingdom, under Chinese rule from the late 14th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ryukyu Islands",1,1,1 ], "part of Japan again| They are subject to frequent typhoons| Chief town: Naha City" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ryurik",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Rurik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,1 ], "rabbi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,1 ], "radius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,2 ], "railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,2 ], "rector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,3 ], "Regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,3 ], "registered (trademark)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,4 ], "Regina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,4 ], "right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|",1,1,5 ], "Republican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ 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"R|A|O|C|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Army Ordnance Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|A|S|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Agricultural Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|A|S|",1,1,2 ], "Royal Astronomical Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|A|S|C|",1,1,1 ], "(the former) Royal Army Service Corps, now called Royal Corps of Transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|A|V|C|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Army Veterinary Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|B|E|",1,1,1 ], "relative biological effectiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|",1,1,1 ], "Red Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|",1,1,2 ], "Reserve Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|",1,1,3 ], "Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|A|",1,1,1 ], "Radio Corporation of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|A|",1,1,2 ], "Royal Canadian Academy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|A|",1,1,3 ], "Royal College of Art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|A|F|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Canadian Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|M|",1,1,1 ], "Royal College of Music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|M|P|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Canadian Mounted Police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|N|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Canadian Navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|C|N|",1,1,2 ], "Royal 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"R|T|R|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Tank Regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|U|",1,1,1 ], "Rugby Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|U|C|",1,1,1 ], "Royal Ulster Constabulary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|V|",1,1,1 ], "Revised Version (of the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|W|",1,1,1 ], "Right Worshipful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "R|W|",1,1,2 ], "Right Worthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S level",1,1,1 ], "the Special level of a subject taken for the General Certificate of Education:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S level",1,1,1 ], "usually taken at the same time as A levels as an additional qualification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "(95,459 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "167,529 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "Area: 854 sq| km (333 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "Island: founded in 1612 by the French and taken by the Portuguese in 1615| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "Parana River| Capital: Sao Paulo| Pop|: 17,771,984 (1970)| Area: 247,239 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "Salvador" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "UN est|)| Area: 964 sq| km (372 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Brazil, capital of Maranhao state, on the W coast of Sao Luis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "a republic in the Gulf of Guinea, off the W coast of Africa, on the Equator:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Brazil, rising in SW Minas Gerais state and flowing northeast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Brazil: consists chiefly of tableland draining west into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "an island in the E Azores: the largest of the group| Pop|: 159,000 (1970)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "consists of the islands of Principe and Sao Tome; colonized by the Portuguese in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "late 15th century; became independent in 1975| Capital: Sao Tome| Pop|: 79,000 (1974" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "porcelain ware manufactured at Sevres, near Paris, from 1756, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "satisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "short for Sao Salvador da Bahia de Todos os Santos, the official name for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "the use of clear colours and elaborate decorative detail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,1 ], "then southeast to the Atlantic northeast of Aracaju| Length: 3200 km (1990 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,2 ], "(1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,2 ], "Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,2 ], "a city in S Brazil, capital of Sao Paulo state: the largest city and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,2 ], "industrial centre in Brazil, with one of the busiest airports in the world; three" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,2 ], "universities; rapidly expanding population| Pop|: 25,000 (1874); 2,017,025 (1950); 5,186,752" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,3 ], "small (size)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,4 ], "South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,5 ], "sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,5,1 ], "entropy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,5,2 ], "siemens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,6 ], "strangeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,7 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S",1,1,8 ], "Sweden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S-R connection",1,1,1 ], "behaviourist learning theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S-R connection",1,1,1 ], "stimulus-response connection; the basic unit of learning according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SALT",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Strategic Arms Limitation Talks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SAM",1,1,1 ], "acronym for surface-to-air missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SD",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Swaziland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SDRs",1,1,1 ], "special drawing rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SE",1,1,1 ], "southeast(ern)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SEATO",1,1,1 ], "Thailand" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "SEATO",1,1,1 ], "U|S|, Britain, France, Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, the Philippines, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "SEATO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Southeast Asian Treaty Organization; a former anti-Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SEATO",1,1,1 ], "defence association for the Far East and the W Pacific (1954-77), consisting of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "SECAM",1,1,1 ], "acronym for systeme electronique couleur avec memoire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SEN" ,1, 1, 1],"State Enrolled Nurse",1). c_DEF([ "SET" ,1, 1, 1],"replaced by VAT in 1973",2). c_DEF([ "SET" ,1, 1, 1],"selective employment tax: an employment payroll tax, first levied in 1966 and",1). c_DEF([ "SF" ,1, 1, 1],"science fiction",1). c_DEF([ "SF" ,1, 1, 2],"international car registration for Finland",1). c_DEF([ "SG",1,1,1 ], "solicitor general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SGP",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Singapore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SHA",1,1,1 ], "sidereal hour angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SHAEF",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SHAPE",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SHF",1,1,1 ], "superhigh frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SI unit",1,1,1 ], "any of the units adopted for international use under the Systeme International" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SI unit",1,1,1 ], "d'Unites, now employed for all scientific and most technical purposes| There are seven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "SI unit",1,1,1 ], "fundamental units: the metre, kilogram, second, ampere, kelvin, candela, and mole; and two" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "SI unit",1,1,1 ], "multiplication or division of these units without the use of numerical factors" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "SI unit",1,1,1 ], "supplementary units: the radian and the steradian| All other units are derived by" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "SI",1,1,1 ], "Systeme Internationale (d'Unit'es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SLADE",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SLADE",1,1,2 ], "Workers (a trade union)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "SLADE",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Society of Lithographic Artists, Designers, Engravers, and Process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SLR",1,1,1 ], "single lens reflex: denoting a type of camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SME",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Surinam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SN",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Senegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SNCC",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SNCC",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SNCF",1,1,1 ], "Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer: the French national railway system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SNOBOL",1,1,1 ], "String Oriented Symbolic Language: a computer-programming language for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SNOBOL",1,1,1 ], "handling strings of symbols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "SNP",1,1,1 ], "Scottish National Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SOGAT",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SOGAT",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Society of Graphical and Allied Trades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SOP",1,1,1 ], "standard operating procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SOS",1,1,1 ], "an internationally recognized distress signal in which the letters SOS are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SOS",1,1,1 ], "repeatedly spelt out, as by radio telegraphy: used esp| by ships and aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "SOS",1,1,2 ], "a call for help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SPQR",1,1,1 ], "Senatus Populusque Romanus|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SS",1,1,1 ], "Saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SS",1,1,2 ], "a paramilitary organization within the Nazi party that provided Hitler's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SS",1,1,2 ], "bodyguard, security forces, concentration camp guards, etc| German Schutzstaffel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "SS",1,1,2 ], "protection squad" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "SS",1,1,3 ], "steamship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SSE",1,1,1 ], "south-southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SSM",1,1,1 ], "surface-to-surface missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SSN",1,1,1 ], "severely subnormal; used of a person of very limited intelligence who needs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SSN",1,1,1 ], "special schooling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "SSR",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SST",1,1,1 ], "supersonic transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SSW",1,1,1 ], "south-southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "STD code",1,1,1 ], "a code of two or more digits, other than those comprising a subscriber's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "STD code",1,1,1 ], "local telephone number, that determines the routing of a call" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "STOL",1,1,1 ], "a system in which an aircraft can take off and land in a short distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "STOL",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft using this system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SU",1,1,1 ], "strontium unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SU",1,1,2 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SU",1,1,3 ], "Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SW",1,1,1 ], "short wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SW",1,1,1 ], "southwest(ern)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SWA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for South West Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SY",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Seychelles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "SYR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sa",1,1,1 ], "(298 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sa",1,1,1 ], "580,060 (1975)| Area: 8627 sq| km (3365 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sa",1,1,1 ], "Lyon; linked by canals with the Rhine, Marne, Seine, and Loire Rivers| Length: 480 km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sa",1,1,1 ], "a department of central France, in Burgundy region| Capital: Macon| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sa",1,1,1 ], "a former chemical symbol for samarium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sa",1,1,1 ], "a river in E France, rising in Lorraine and flowing generally south to join" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sa",1,1,1 ], "the Rhone at Lyon, as its chief tributary: canalized for 375 km (233 miles) above" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saadi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sadi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saar",1,1,1 ], "Moselle River in West Germany| Length: 246 km (153 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saar",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Europe, rising in the Vosges Mountains and flowing north to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saar",1,1,2 ], "the Saar| another name for Saarland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saarbren",1,1,1 ], "River| Pop|: 389,717 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saarbren",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, capital of Saarland state, on the Saar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saarinen",1,1,1 ], "1910-61, U|S| architect, born in Finland|His works include the U|S| Embassy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saarinen",1,1,1 ], "London (1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saarland",1,1,1 ], "a state of W West Germany: formed in 1919; under League of Nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saarland",1,1,1 ], "administration until 1935; occupied by France (1945-57); contains rich coal deposits and is a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saarland",1,1,1 ], "km (991 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saarland",1,1,1 ], "major industrial region| Capital: Saarbrucken| Pop|: 1,119,742 (1970)| Area: 2567 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saba",1,1,1 ], "an island in the NE West Indies, in the Netherlands Antilles| Pop|: 971 (1972" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saba",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 13 sq| km (5 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saba",1,1,2 ], "another name for Sheba ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabadell",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabadell",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Spain, near Barcelona: textile manufacturing| Pop|: 159,408" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabaean",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of ancient Saba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabaean",1,1,2 ], "the ancient Semitic language of Saba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabaean",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Saba, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabah",1,1,1 ], "China and Sulu Seas: became a British protectorate in 1888; gained independence and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabah",1,1,1 ], "a state of Malaysia, occupying N Borneo and offshore islands in the South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabah",1,1,1 ], "joined Malaysia in 1963| Capital: Kota Kinabalu| Pop|: 655,622 (1970)| Area: 76,522" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sabah",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (29,545 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1963): North Borneo" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sabaoth",1,1,1 ], "hosts, armies (esp| in the phrase the Lord of Sabaoth in Romans 9:29)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabatier",1,1,1 ], "1854-1941, French chemist, who discovered a process for the hydrogenation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabatier",1,1,1 ], "organic compounds: shared the Nobel prize for chemistry (1912)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbatarian",1,1,1 ], "a person advocating the strict religious observance of Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbatarian",1,1,2 ], "a person who observes Saturday as the Sabbath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbatarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Sabbath or its observance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbath",1,1,1 ], "in Judaism and in certain Christian Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbath",1,1,1 ], "the seventh day of the week, Saturday, devoted to worship and rest from work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbath",1,1,2 ], "Sunday, observed by Christians as the day of worship and rest from work in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbath",1,1,2 ], "commemoration of Christ's Resurrection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbath",1,1,3 ], "a period of rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbath",1,1,4 ], "a midnight meeting or secret rendezvous for practitioners of witchcraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbath",1,1,4 ], "sorcery, or devil worship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbatical",1,1,1 ], "observance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbatical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or appropriate to the Sabbath as a day of rest and religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabbatical",1,2,1 ], "short for sabbatical year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabellian",1,1,1 ], "a few inscriptions belonging to the Osco-Umbrian group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabellian",1,1,1 ], "an extinct language or group of languages of ancient Italy, surviving only in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabellian",1,1,2 ], "Sabines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabellian",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of the ancient peoples speaking this language, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabellian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this language or its speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabin",1,1,1 ], "(1955), taken orally to immunize against poliomyelitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabin",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, U|S| microbiologist, born in Poland| He developed the Sabin vaccine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabine",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Oscan-speaking people who lived in central Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sabine",1,1,1 ], "northeast of Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sabine",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sable",1,1,1 ], "a cape at the S tip of Florida: the southernmost point of continental U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sable",1,1,2 ], "the southernmost point of Nova Scotia, Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sab|",1,1,1 ], "Sabbath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacco",1,1,1 ], "1891-1927, U|S| radical agitator, born in Italy|With Bartolomeo Vanzetti, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacco",1,1,1 ], "influenced the verdict: the case caused international protests" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sacco",1,1,1 ], "was executed for murder (1927) despite suspicions that their political opinions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sachs",1,1,1 ], "1494-1576, German master shoemaker and Meistersinger, portrayed by Wagner in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sachs",1,1,1 ], "Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sachsen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Saxony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sackville",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of Dorset| 1536-1608, English poet, dramatist, and statesman| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sackville",1,1,1 ], "collaborated with Thomas Norton on the early blank-verse tragedy Gorboduc (1561)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramentarian",1,1,1 ], "and denied his real presence in these elements" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramentarian",1,1,1 ], "any Protestant theologian, such as Zwingli, who maintained that the bread and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramentarian",1,1,1 ], "wine of the Eucharist were the body and blood of Christ only in a figurative sense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramentarian",1,1,2 ], "one who believes in sacramentalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramentarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Sacramentarians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramentarian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to sacraments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramento",1,1,1 ], "1850s| Pop|: 267,483 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramento",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in N central California, capital of the state at the confluence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramento",1,1,1 ], "of the American and Sacramento Rivers: became a boom town in the gold rush of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramento",1,1,2 ], "615 km (382 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sacramento",1,1,2 ], "a river in N California, flowing generally south to San Francisco Bay| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacred College",1,1,1 ], "the collective body of the cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacred Heart",1,1,1 ], "the heart of Jesus Christ, a symbol of His love and sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sacred Heart",1,1,2 ], "a representation of this, usually bleeding, as an aid to devotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sadat",1,1,1 ], "war El | born 1918, Egyptian statesman: president of Egypt since 1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sadducee",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Jewish sect that was opposed to the Pharisees, denying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sadducee",1,1,1 ], "the resurrection of the dead, the existence of angels, and the validity of oral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sadducee",1,1,1 ], "tradition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sade",1,1,1 ], "Comte Donatien Alphonse Francois de (d@$nasj$e alf?~@$$:s fr?~a!swa d@@)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sade",1,1,1 ], "known as the Marquis de Sade| 1740-1814, French soldier and writer, whose exposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sade",1,1,1 ], "of sexual perversion gave rise to the term sadism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sadi",1,1,1 ], "original name Sheikh Muslih Addin| 1184-1292, Persian poet| His best-known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sadi",1,1,1 ], "prose and verse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sadi",1,1,1 ], "works are Gulistan (Flower Garden) and Bustan (Tree Garden), long moralistic poems in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sadowa",1,1,1 ], "Prussians| Czech name: Sadova " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sadowa",1,1,1 ], "a village in W Czechoslovakia, in NE Bohemia: scene of the decisive battle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sadowa",1,1,1 ], "the Austro-Prussian war (1866) in which the Austrians were defeated by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Safar",1,1,1 ], "the second month of the Muslim year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Safety Islands",1,1,1 ], "Guiana| French name: Iles du Salut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Safety Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of three small French islands in the Atlantic, off the coast of French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Safi",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Morocco, 170 km (105 miles) northwest of Marrakesh, to which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Safi",1,1,1 ], "the nearest port| Pop|: 129,113 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Safid Rud",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Iran, flowing northeast to a delta on the Caspian Sea| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Safid Rud",1,1,1 ], "about 785 km (490 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saghalien",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sakhalin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sagitta" ,1, 2, 1],"a small constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Cygnus and Aquila and",1). c_DEF([ "Sagitta" ,1, 2, 1],"crossed by the Milky Way",2). c_DEF([ "Sagittarius" ,1, 2, 1],"Scorpius and Capricornus on the ecliptic and crossed by the Milky Way",2). c_DEF([ "Sagittarius" ,1, 2, 1],"a large conspicuous zodiacal constellation in the S hemisphere lying between",1). c_DEF([ "Sagittarius" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"21",3). c_DEF([ "Sagittarius" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"and ruled by the planet Jupiter|The sun is in this sign between Nov| 22 and Dec|",2). c_DEF([ "Sagittarius" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"the ninth sign of the zodiac, symbol $>, having a mutable fire classification",1). c_DEF([ "Sagittarius" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"a person born when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Sagittarius" ,1, 3, 1],"born under or characteristic of Sagittarius",1). c_DEF([ "Saguache",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sawatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saguenay",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Canada in S Quebec, rising as the Peribonca River on the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saguenay",1,1,1 ], "plateau and flowing south, then east to the St| Lawrence| Length: 764 km (475 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saguia el Hamra",1,1,1 ], "the N zone of Western Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sagunto",1,1,1 ], "Ancient name: Saguntum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sagunto",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in E Spain, near Valencia: allied to Rome and made a heroic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sagunto",1,1,1 ], "resistance to the Carthaginian attack led by Hannibal (219-218 b|c|)|Pop|: 47,026 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sahaptin" ,1, 1, 2],"a member of a North American Indian",1). c_DEF([ "Sahaptin" ,1, 1, 2],"people of Oregon and Washington, including the Nez Perc''e",2). c_DEF([ "Sahaptin" ,1, 1, 3],"the language of this people",1). c_DEF([ "Sahara",1,1,1 ], "F)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Sahara",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean to central Mali, Niger, Chad, and the Sudan: the largest desert in the world," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sahara",1,1,1 ], "a desert in N Africa, extending from the Atlantic to the Red Sea and from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sahara",1,1,1 ], "less than 254 mm (10 in|)| Highest recorded temperature: 58 degrees C (136|4 degrees" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Sahara",1,1,1 ], "mountain system of the Ahaggar and Tibesti massifs; large reserves of iron ore, oil, and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sahara",1,1,1 ], "natural gas| Area: 9,100,000 sq| km (3,500,000 sq| miles)| Average annual rainfall:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sahara",1,1,1 ], "occupying over a quarter of Africa; rises to over 3300 m (11,000 ft|) in the central" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saharan",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages spoken in parts of Chad and adjacent countries, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saharan",1,1,1 ], "generally regarded as forming a branch of the Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saharan",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saharan",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saharanpur",1,1,1 ], "a town in N India, in NW Uttar Pradesh| Pop|: 225,396 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sahitya Akademi",1,1,1 ], "a body set up by the Government of India for cultivating literature in Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sahitya Akademi",1,1,1 ], "languages and in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saida",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Lebanon, on the Mediterranean: on the site of ancient Sidon;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saida",1,1,1 ], "terminal of the Trans-Arabian pipeline from Saudi Arabia| Pop|: 25,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saigon",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1976) of Ho Chi Minh City" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Agnes's Eve",1,1,2 ], "identity of her future husband by performing certain rites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Agnes's Eve",1,1,2 ], "the night of Jan| 20, when according to tradition a woman can discover the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Albans",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE England, in W Hertfordshire: founded in 948 a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Albans",1,1,3 ], "52,057 (1971)|Latin name: Verulamium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Albans",1,1,3 ], "around the Benedictine abbey first built in Saxon times on the site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Albans",1,1,3 ], "martyrdom (about 303 a|d|) of St| Alban; present abbey built in 1077; Roman ruins|Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Anthony's Cross",1,1,2 ], "another name for tau cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Anthony's fire",1,1,2 ], "another name for ergotism or erysipelas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Augustine",1,1,2 ], "America (1565); the northernmost outpost of the Spanish colonial empire for over 200" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Augustine",1,1,2 ], "a resort in NE Florida, on the Intracoastal Waterway: the oldest town in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Augustine",1,1,2 ], "years|Pop|: 12,352 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Austell",1,1,2 ], "English Channel): china clay industry; administratively part of St| Austell with Fowey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Austell",1,1,2 ], "a town in SW England, in S Cornwall on St| Austell Bay (an inlet of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Austell",1,1,2 ], "since 1968|Pop|: (with Fowey): 32,252 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Bernard Pass",1,1,2 ], "Bernard Pass, 2157 m (7077 ft|) high, south of Mont Blanc between Italy and France" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Bernard Pass",1,1,2 ], "either of two passes over the Alps: the Great St| Bernard Pass, 2472 m (8110" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Bernard Pass",1,1,2 ], "ft|) high, east of Mont Blanc between Italy and Switzerland, or the Little St|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Bernard",1,1,2 ], "a large breed of dog with a dense red-and-white coat, often used as a rescue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Bernard",1,1,2 ], "dog in mountainous areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Catharines",1,1,2 ], "an industrial city in S central Canada, in S Ontario on the Welland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Christopher",1,1,1 ], "Chris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Christopher",1,1,2 ], "another name for Saint Kitts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla",1,1,2 ], "the official name of Saint Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Clair",1,1,3 ], "Clair River and with Lake Erie by the Detroit River|Area: 1191 sq| km (460 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Clair",1,1,3 ], "a lake between SE Michigan and Ontario: linked with Lake Huron by the St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Clair",1,1,3 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Croix River",1,1,2 ], "U|S|, and New Brunswick, Canada|Length: 121 km (75 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Croix River",1,1,2 ], "a river on the border between the northeast U|S| and SE Canada, flowing from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Croix River",1,1,2 ], "the Chiputneticook Lakes to Passamaquoddy Bay, forming the border between Maine," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Croix",1,1,2 ], "km (80 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Croix",1,1,2 ], "nan island in the West Indies, the largest of the Virgin Islands of the U|S|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Croix",1,1,2 ], "purchased by the U|S| in 1917|Chief town: Christiansted|Pop|: 31,779 (1970)|Area: 207 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint David's",1,1,2 ], "a town in SW Wales, in Dyfed: its cathedral was a place of pilgrimage in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint David's",1,1,2 ], "medieval times|Pop|: 1500 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Elias Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Mount Logan, 6050 m (19,850 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Elias Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range between SE Alaska and the SW Yukon, Canada|Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Elmo's fire",1,1,1 ], "El" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gall",1,1,3 ], "a canton of NE Switzerland| Capital: St| Gall|Pop|: 384,475 (1970)| Area: 2012" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gall",1,1,3 ], "sq| km (777 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gall",1,1,4 ], "a town in NE Switzerland, capital of St| Gall canton: an important educational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gall",1,1,4 ], "centre in the Middle Ages|Pop|: 80,852 (1970)|~German name: Sankt Gallen (za&nkt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint George's Channel" ,1, 1, 1],"George's Chan",1). c_DEF([ "Saint George's Channel" ,1, 1, 2],"Atlantic|Length: about 160 km (100 miles)|Width: up to 145 km (90 miles)",2). c_DEF([ "Saint George's Channel" ,1, 1, 2],"a strait between Wales and Ireland, linking the Irish Sea with the",1). c_DEF([ "Saint George's Cross",1,1,1 ], "George""s Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint George's Cross",1,1,2 ], "na red Greek cross on a white background" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint George's",1,1,1 ], "George""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint George's",1,1,2 ], "nthe capital of Grenada, a port in the southwest|Pop|: 6634 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gotthard",1,1,1 ], "Gott" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gotthard",1,1,2 ], "a range of the Lepontine Alps in SE central Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gotthard",1,1,3 ], "a pass over the St| Gotthard mountains, in S Switzerland| Height: 2114 m (6935" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Gotthard",1,1,3 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helena",1,1,2 ], "Jamestown|Pop|: 5056 (1971 est|)|Area: 122 sq| km (47 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helena",1,1,2 ], "a volcanic island in the SE Atlantic, forming (with its dependencies Tristan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helena",1,1,2 ], "annexed by England in 1651; scene of Napoleon's exile and death| Capital:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helena",1,1,2 ], "da Cunha and Ascension) a British colony: discovered by the Portuguese in 1502 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helens",1,1,1 ], "Hel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helens",1,1,2 ], "a town in NW England, in Merseyside: glass industry| Pop|: 104,173 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helier",1,1,1 ], "Hel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helier",1,1,2 ], "Jersey|Pop|: 28,135 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Helier",1,1,2 ], "a market town and resort in the Channel Islands, on the S coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint James's Palace",1,1,2 ], "1837" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint James's Palace",1,1,2 ], "a palace in Pall Mall, London: residence of British monarchs from 1697 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,3 ], "New Brunswick|Pop|: 89,039 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,3 ], "a port in E Canada, at the mouth of the St| John River: the largest city in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,4 ], "(1970)|Area: 49 sq| km (19 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,4 ], "an island in the West Indies, in the Virgin Islands of the U|S|Pop|: 1729" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,6 ], "(375 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,6 ], "a lake in Canada, in S Quebec: drained by the Saguenay River|Area: 971 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,7 ], "(418 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,7 ], "New Brunswick, Canada, then generally southeast to the Bay of Fundy|Length: 673 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John",1,1,7 ], "a river in E North America, rising in Maine, U|S|, and flowing northeast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's bread",1,1,1 ], "John""s bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's bread",1,1,2 ], "nanother name for carob ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's wort",1,1,2 ], "Hypericaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's wort",1,1,2 ], "nany of numerous shrubs or herbaceous plants of the temperate genus Hypericum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's wort",1,1,2 ], "such as H| perforatum, having yellow flowers and glandular leaves: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's",1,1,3 ], "Peninsula|Pop|: 88,102 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's",1,1,3 ], "a port in Canada, capital of Newfoundland, on the E coast of the Avalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint John's",1,1,4 ], "the capital of the British Associated State of Antigua: a port on the NW coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kilda",1,1,1 ], "Kil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kilda",1,1,2 ], "a small island in the Atlantic, in the Outer Hebrides: uninhabited since 1930;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kilda",1,1,2 ], "bird sanctuary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts",1,1,1 ], "Kitts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts",1,1,2 ], "(1970)|Area: 168 sq| km (65 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts",1,1,2 ], "Associated State of St| Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla| Capital: Basseterre|Pop|: 34,227" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts",1,1,2 ], "nan island in the E West Indies, in the Leeward Islands: part of the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla",1,1,1 ], "Kitts-Ne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla",1,1,2 ], "(141 sq| miles)|Official name: Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla",1,1,2 ], "a British Associated State in the E Caribbean, in the West Indies: formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla",1,1,2 ], "self-government in 1967|Capital: Basseterre (St| Kitts)|Pop|: 50,957 (1970)|Area: 365 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla",1,1,2 ], "the uniting of the three islands as a colony in 1882; granted full internal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Laurent",1,1,2 ], "a W suburb of Montreal|Pop|: 62,955 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence Seaway",1,1,2 ], "Lawrence River, and connecting canals and locks: one of the most important waterways in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence Seaway",1,1,2 ], "an inland waterway of North America, passing through the Great Lakes, the St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence Seaway",1,1,2 ], "the world|Length: 3993 km (2480 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence",1,1,2 ], "Seaway|Length: 1207 km (750 miles)|Width at mouth: 145 km (90 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence",1,1,2 ], "a river in SE Canada, flowing northeast from Lake Ontario, forming part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence",1,1,2 ], "border between Canada and the U|S|, to the Gulf of St| Lawrence: commercially one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence",1,1,2 ], "the most important rivers in the world as the easternmost link of the St| Lawrence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence",1,1,3 ], "Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence",1,1,4 ], "a deep arm of the Atlantic off the E coast of Canada between Newfoundland and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lawrence",1,1,4 ], "the mainland coasts of Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Leger",1,1,2 ], "an annual horse race run at Doncaster since 1776: one of the classics of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Leger",1,1,2 ], "flat-racing season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Leonard",1,1,2 ], "a N suburb of Montreal|Pop|: 52,040 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Louis",1,1,2 ], "558,006 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Louis",1,1,2 ], "Missouri: the largest city in the state; university; major industrial centre|Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Louis",1,1,2 ], "a port in E Missouri, on the Mississippi River near its confluence with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lucia",1,1,2 ], "616 sq| km (238 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lucia",1,1,2 ], "a British Associated State in the Caribbean, in the Windward Islands group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Lucia",1,1,2 ], "the Lesser Antilles: a volcanic island|Capital: Castries|Pop|: 101,000 (1970)|Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Luke's summer",1,1,1 ], "Luke""s summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Luke's summer",1,1,2 ], "5a period of unusually warm weather in the autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Martin",1,1,2 ], "an island in the E West Indies, in the Leeward Islands: administratively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Martin",1,1,2 ], "divided since 1648, the north belonging to France (as a dependency of Guadeloupe) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Martin",1,1,2 ], "industry|Pop|: (French) 5061 (1967); (Dutch) 8970 (1972 est|)|Areas: (French) 52 sq| km (20" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Martin",1,1,2 ], "sq| miles); (Dutch) 33 sq| km (13 sq| miles)| Dutch name: Sint Maarten" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Martin",1,1,2 ], "the south belonging to the Netherlands (as part of the Netherlands Antilles); salt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Martin's summer",1,1,2 ], "a period of unusually warm weather in the late autumn, esp| November" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Moritz",1,1,2 ], "a village in E Switzerland, in Graubunden canton in the Upper Engadine, at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Moritz",1,1,2 ], "altitude of 1856 m (6089 ft|): sports and tourist centre|Pop|: 5699 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Paul",1,1,2 ], "(1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Paul",1,1,2 ], "na port in SE Minnesota, capital of the state, at the head of navigation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Paul",1,1,2 ], "the Mississippi: now contiguous with Minneapolis (the Twin Cities)| Pop|: 287,305" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Paul's",1,1,2 ], "earlier cathedral destroyed during the Great Fire (1666): regarded as Wren""s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Paul's",1,1,2 ], "masterpiece" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Paul's",1,1,2 ], "na cathedral in central London, built between 1675 and 1710 to replace an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Peter's",1,1,2 ], "Sangallo, Michelangelo, and Bernini" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Peter's",1,1,2 ], "earlier church: the largest church in the world, 188 m (615 ft|) long, and chief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Peter's",1,1,2 ], "pilgrimage centre of Europe; designed by many architects, notably Bramante, Raphael," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Peter's",1,1,2 ], "the basilica of the Vatican City, built between 1506 and 1615 to replace an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Petersburg",1,1,2 ], "the former name (1703-1914) of Leningrad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Petersburg",1,1,3 ], "a city and resort in W Florida, on Tampa Bay|Pop|: 234,284 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre and Miquelon",1,1,1 ], "Pierre and Miq" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre and Miquelon",1,1,2 ], "North America; consists of the islands of St| Pierre, with most of the population," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre and Miquelon",1,1,2 ], "Pierre|Pop|: 5840 (1974)| Area: 242 sq| km (94 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre and Miquelon",1,1,2 ], "administratively an overseas department of France and the only remaining French possession in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre and Miquelon",1,1,2 ], "an archipelago in the Atlantic, just off the S coast of Newfoundland:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre and Miquelon",1,1,2 ], "and Miquelon, about ten times as large; fishing industries|Capital: St|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre",1,1,3 ], "Ocean|Pop|: 43,186 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre",1,1,3 ], "a town on the SW coast of the French island of R'""eunion, in the Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre",1,1,4 ], "a former town on the coast of the French island of Martinique, destroyed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Pierre",1,1,4 ], "the eruption of Mont Pel'""ee in 1902" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Swithin's Day",1,1,2 ], "July 15, observed as a Church festival commemorating Saint Swithin| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Swithin's Day",1,1,2 ], "days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Swithin's Day",1,1,2 ], "popularly supposed that if it rains on this day the rain will persist for the next 40" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Thomas",1,1,2 ], "Charlotte Amalie|Pop|: 28,960 (1970)|Area: 83 sq| km (28 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Thomas",1,1,2 ], "an island in the E West Indies, in the Virgin Islands of the U|S|Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Thomas",1,1,3 ], "the former name (1921-37) of Charlotte Amalie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Valentine's Day",1,1,2 ], "Feb| 14, the day on which valentines are exchanged, originally connected with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Valentine's Day",1,1,2 ], "the pagan festival of Lupercalia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,2 ], "(1970)|Area: 390 sq| km (150 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,2 ], "1763 and gained internal self-government in 1969|Capital: Kingstown|Pop|: 89,632" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,2 ], "Lesser Antilles, with dependencies in the Grenadines: became a British possession in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,2 ], "a British Associated State in the Caribbean, in the Windward Islands of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,3 ], "Cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,4 ], "a headland at the SW extremity of Portugal: scene of several important naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,4 ], "battles, notably in 1797, when the English defeated the French and Spanish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,5 ], "Gulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,6 ], "a shallow inlet of SE South Australia, between Yorke Peninsula and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vincent",1,1,6 ], "mainland: salt industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint Vitus's dance",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical name for chorea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Brieuc",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NW France, near the N coast of Brittany|Pop|: 56,282 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Cloud",1,1,1 ], "factory|Pop|: 28,162 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Cloud",1,1,1 ], "na residential suburb of Paris: former royal palace; S`evres porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Denis",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Denis",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France, on the Seine: 12th-century Gothic abbey church, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Denis",1,1,1 ], "the tombs of many French monarchs; an industrial suburb of Paris|Pop|: 96,759" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Denis",1,1,2 ], "coast|Pop|: 86,000 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Denis",1,1,2 ], "the capital of the French overseas region of R'""eunion, a port on the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Etienne",1,1,1 ], "221,775 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Etienne",1,1,1 ], "a town in E central France: a major producer of textiles and armaments| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Exupery" ,1, 1, 1],"1900-44, French novelist and aviator|His novels of aviation include",1). c_DEF([ "Saint-Exupery" ,1, 1, 2],"(1943)",2). c_DEF([ "Saint-Exupery" ,1, 1, 2],"and Terre des Hommes (1939); he also wrote the fairy tale Le petit prince",1). c_DEF([ "Saint-Just",1,1,1 ], "1767-94, French Revolutionary leader and orator| A member of the Committee of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Just",1,1,1 ], "Public Safety (1793-94), he was guillotined with Robespierre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-L",1,1,1 ], "25,037 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-L",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NW France: a Calvinist stronghold in the 16th century|Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Laurent",1,1,1 ], "born 1936, French couturier: popularized trousers for women for all occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Louis",1,1,1 ], "75,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Louis",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Senegal, on an island at the mouth of the Senegal River: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Louis",1,1,1 ], "first French settlement in W Africa (1689); capital of Senegal until 1958|Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Maur-des-Foss",1,1,1 ], "81,117 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Maur-des-Foss",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France, on the River Marne: a residential suburb of SE Paris|Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Mihiel",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE France, on the River Meuse: site of a battle in World War I," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Mihiel",1,1,1 ], "in which the American army launched its first offensive in France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Nazaire",1,1,1 ], "World War II; shipbuilding|Pop|: 69,769 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Nazaire",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW France, at the mouth of the River Loire: German submarine base in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Ouen",1,1,1 ], "market|Pop|: 43,695 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Ouen",1,1,1 ], "na town in N France, on the Seine: an industrial suburb of Paris; famous flea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Pierre",1,1,1 ], "(1784, 1788), and La Chaumiere indienne (1791)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Pierre",1,1,1 ], "1737-1814, French author; his work, which was greatly influenced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Pierre",1,1,1 ], "writings of Rousseau, includes Voyage a l'Ile de France (1773), Etudes de la nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Quentin",1,1,1 ], "a town in N France, on the River Somme: textile industry|Pop|: 69,153 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Sa",1,1,1 ], "(Charles)Camille| 1835-1921, French composer, pianist, and organist|His works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Sa",1,1,1 ], "include the symphonic poem Danse Macabre (1874), the opera Samson and Delilah (1877)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Sa",1,1,1 ], "piano concertos" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Sa",1,1,1 ], "the humorous orchestral suite Carnival of Animals (1886), five symphonies, and five" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 1]," title of Claude Henri de Rouvroy",1). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 2],"1760-1825, French social philosopher, generally regarded as the founder of",1). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 2],"French socialism|He thought society should be reorganized along industrial lines and",2). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 2],"Nouveau Christianisme (1825)",4). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 2],"that scientists should be the new spiritual leaders|His most important work is",3). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 3],"Duc de , title of Louis de Rouvroy",1). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 4],"1675-1755, French soldier, statesman, and writer: his M''emoires are an",1). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simon" ,1, 1, 4],"outstanding account of the period 1694-1723, during the reigns of Louis XIV and Louis XV",2). c_DEF([ "Saint-Simonianism",1,1,1 ], "the socialist system advocated by the Comte de Saint-Simon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-milion",1,1,1 ], "Saint-Emilion in Bordeaux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saint-milion",1,1,1 ], "a full-bodied red wine, similar to a Burgundy, produced around the town of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sainte Foy",1,1,2 ], "na SW suburb of Quebec, on the St| Lawrence River|Pop|: 68,385 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sainte-Beuve" ,1, 1, 1],"1804-69, French critic, best known for his collections of essays",1). c_DEF([ "Sainte-Beuve" ,1, 1, 2],"and Les Causeries du Lundi (1851-62)",1). c_DEF([ "Saintsbury",1,1,1 ], "1845-1933, English literary critic and historian; author of many works on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saintsbury",1,1,1 ], "English and French literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saipan",1,1,1 ], "U|S| since 1946| Pop|: 10,458 (1970)| Area: 180 sq| km (70 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saipan",1,1,1 ], "an island in the W Pacific, in the S central Mariana Islands: administrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saipan",1,1,1 ], "and used as a leading air base until the end of World War II; administered by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saipan",1,1,1 ], "centre of the U|S| Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands; captured by the Americans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sais" ,1, 1, 1],"(in ancient Egypt) a city in the W Nile delta the royal capital of the 24th",1). c_DEF([ "Sais" ,1, 1, 1],"dynasty (about 730-715 b|c|) and the 26th dynasty (about 664-525 b|c|)",2). c_DEF([ "Saiva",1,1,1 ], "a member of a branch of Hinduism devoted to the worship of Siva, but rejecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saiva",1,1,1 ], "the notion of his incarnations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saiva",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Saivism or Saivites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sakai",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Japan, on S Honshu on Osaka Bay: a major port in the 16th century;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sakai",1,1,1 ], "an industrial satellite of Osaka| Pop|: 716,498 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sakhalin",1,1,1 ], "(1905-24): Karafuto" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sakhalin",1,1,1 ], "Japan: fishing, forestry, and mineral resources (coal and petroleum)| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sakhalin",1,1,1 ], "Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk| Pop|: 615,652 (1970)| Area: 76,000 sq| km (29,300 sq| miles)| Japanese name" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sakhalin",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Sea of Okhotsk, off the SE coast of the Soviet Union north of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sakharov",1,1,1 ], "born 1921, Soviet nuclear physicist and human-rights campaigner: Nobel peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sakharov",1,1,1 ], "prize 1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saki",1,1,1 ], "pen name of (Hector Hugh)Munro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saktas",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu sect worshipping female goddesses represented by the vulva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sakti",1,1,1 ], "the female principle or organ of reproduction and generative power in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sakti",1,1,2 ], "this principle manifested in the consorts of the gods, esp| Kali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sakyamuni",1,1,1 ], "born" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sakyamuni",1,1,1 ], "one of the titles of the Buddha, deriving from the name of Sakya where he was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sal",1,1,1 ], "530,366 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sal",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Morocco, on the Atlantic adjoining Rabat| Pop|: (with Rabat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saladin",1,1,1 ], "Arabic name Salah-ed-Din Yusuf ibn-Ayyub| 1137-93, sultan of Egypt and Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saladin",1,1,1 ], "Philip II of France during the Third Crusade (1189-92)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saladin",1,1,1 ], "and opponent of the Crusaders| He defeated the Christians near Tiberias (1187) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saladin",1,1,1 ], "captured Acre, Jerusalem, and Ashkelon| He fought against Richard I of England and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salado",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Argentina, rising in the Andes as the Juramento and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salado",1,1,1 ], "southeast to the Parana River| Length: 2012 km (1250 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salado",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Argentina, rising near the Chilean border as the Desaguadero and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salado",1,1,2 ], "flowing south to the Colorado River| Length: about 1365 km (850 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salamanca",1,1,1 ], "16th century; market town| Pop|: 125,220 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salamanca",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Spain: a leading cultural centre of Europe till the end of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salambria",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Greece, in Thessaly, rising in the Pindus Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salambria",1,1,1 ], "name: Peneus|Modern Greek name: Pinios" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salambria",1,1,1 ], "southeast and east to the Gulf of Salonika| Length: about 200 km (125 miles)| Ancient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salamis",1,1,1 ], "Xerxes| Pop|: 18,364 (1971)| Area: 95 sq| km (37 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salamis",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Saronic Gulf, off the SE coast of Greece: scene of the naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salamis",1,1,1 ], "battle in 480 b|c|, in which the Greeks under Themistocles defeated the Persians under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salazar",1,1,1 ], "1889-1970, Portuguese statesman dictator (1932-68)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salduba",1,1,1 ], "the pre-Roman (Celtiberian) name for Zaragoza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sale",1,1,1 ], "Manchester| Pop|: 55,623 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sale",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester: a residential suburb of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sale",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 10,400 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sale",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Australia, in SE Victoria: centre of an agricultural region|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salem",1,1,1 ], "a city in S India, in Tamil Nadu: textile industries| Pop|: 308,716 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salem",1,1,2 ], "a city in NE Massachusetts, on the Atlantic: scene of the execution of 19" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salem",1,1,2 ], "witches after the witch hunts of 1692| Pop|: 40,556 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salem",1,1,3 ], "an Old Testament name for Jerusalem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salem",1,1,4 ], "(Genesis 14:18; Psalms 76:2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salerno",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Italy, in Campania on the Gulf of Salerno: first medical school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salerno",1,1,1 ], "of medieval Europe| Pop|: 159,518 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salford",1,1,1 ], "130,641 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salford",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW England in Greater Manchester, on the Manchester Ship Canal: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salford",1,1,1 ], "major centre of the cotton industry in the 19th century; extensive docks| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salian",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands in the 4th century a|d| and later conquered large areas of Gaul, esp| in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salian",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a group of Franks (the Salii) who settled in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salian",1,1,1 ], "north" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salian",1,2,1 ], "a member of this group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salic law",1,1,1,1 ], "the code of laws of the Salic Franks and other Germanic tribes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salic law",1,1,1,2 ], "a law within this code excluding females from inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salic law",1,1,2 ], "a law excluding women from succession to the throne in certain countries, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salic law",1,1,2 ], "as France and Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Salian Franks or the Salic law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salinger",1,1,1 ], "J,D| born 1919, U|S| writer, noted particularly for his novel of adolescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salinger",1,1,1 ], "The Catcher in the Rye (1951)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salique",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Salic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury Plain",1,1,1 ], "an open chalk plateau in S England, in Wiltshire: site of Stonehenge; military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury Plain",1,1,1 ], "training area| Average height: 120 m (400 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",1,1,1 ], "industrial and commercial centre| Pop|: 502,000 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Rhodesia, in the northeast: University of Rhodesia (1957);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",1,1,2 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",1,1,2 ], "a city in S Australia: an industrial suburb of N Adelaide| Pop|: 56,290" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",1,1,3 ], "Early Iron Age hill fort; its cathedral (1220-58) has the highest spire in England|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",1,1,3 ], "Pop|: 35,271 (1971)| Ancient name: Sarum|Official name: New Sarum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",1,1,3 ], "a city in S England, in SE Wiltshire: nearby Old Sarum was the site of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",2,1,1 ], "3rd Marquess of Salisbury|1830-1903, British statesman Conservative prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",2,1,1 ], "affairs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salisbury",2,1,1 ], "minister (1885-86; 1886-92; 1895-1902)|His greatest interest was in foreign and imperial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salish",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages spoken in the northwestern U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salish",1,1,1 ], "and W Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salish",1,1,2 ], "the Salish| the peoples collectively who speak these languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salk",1,1,1 ], "born 1914, U|S| virologist: developed an injected vaccine against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salk",1,1,1 ], "poliomyelitis (1954)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sallust",1,1,1 ], "Jugurtha" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sallust",1,1,1 ], "full name Gaius Sallustius Crispus| 86-34 b|c|, Roman historian and statesman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sallust",1,1,1 ], "noted for his histories of the Catiline conspiracy and the Roman war against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sally Army",1,1,1 ], "short for Salvation Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sally Lunn",1,1,1 ], "a flat round cake made from a sweet yeast dough, usually served hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salmanazar",1,1,1 ], "312 ounces)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salmanazar",1,1,1 ], "a wine bottle holding the equivalent of twelve normal bottles (approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salome",1,1,1 ], "seductive dancing into giving her the head of John the Baptist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salome",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of Herodias, at whose instigation she beguiled Herod by her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salonika",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Thessaloniki" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salop",1,1,1 ], "Shropshire: mainly agricultural| Administrative centre: Shrewsbury| Pop|: 359,000 (1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salop",1,1,1 ], "a county of W central England, coextensive with the former county of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salop",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 3579 sq| km (1379 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salop",1,1,2 ], "another name for Shropshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salt Lake City",1,1,1 ], "(4300 ft): state capital; founded in 1847 by the Mormons as world capital of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salt Lake City",1,1,1 ], "Mormon Church; University of Utah (1850)| Pop|: 169,234 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salt Lake City",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Utah, near the Great Salt Lake at an altitude of 1330 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salta",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Argentina: thermal springs| Pop|: 176,130 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saltillo",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Mexico, capital of Coahuila state: resort and commercial centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saltillo",1,1,1 ], "a mining region| Pop|: 211,129 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salto",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 60,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salto",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Uruguay, on the Uruguay River: Uruguay's second largest city|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saluki",1,1,1 ], "a tall breed of hound with a smooth coat and long fringes on the ears and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saluki",1,1,1 ], "tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salvador",1,1,1 ], "Portuguese colony, which it remained until 1763; a major centre of the African slave trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salvador",1,1,1 ], "Salvador da Bahia de Todos os Santos (s@@$u ~salva!dor da ba!ia de !toduz us !s@tus)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Salvador",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Brazil, capital of Bahia state: founded in 1549 as capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salvador",1,1,1 ], "in colonial times| Pop|: 998,258 (1970)| Former name: Bahia|Official name: Sao" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salvation Army",1,1,1,1 ], "a Christian body founded in 1865 by William Booth and organized on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salvation Army",1,1,1,1 ], "quasi-military lines for evangelism and social work among the poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salvation Army",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salvo",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Salvation Army| lt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salween",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Asia, rising in the Tibetan Plateau and flowing east and south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salween",1,1,1 ], "through SW China and Burma to the Gulf of Martaban| Length: 2400 km (1500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salyut",1,1,1 ], "either of two Soviet space stations the first of which was launched into earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salyut",1,1,1 ], "orbit in April 1971 the second in April 1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salzburg",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 128,845 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Salzburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Austria, capital of Salzburg province: 7th-century Benedictine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salzburg",1,1,1 ], "abbey; a music centre since the Middle Ages and birthplace of Mozart; tourist centre|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salzburg",1,1,2 ], "a province of W Austria| Pop|: 401,766 (1971)| Area: 7154 sq| km (2762 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salzburg",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Salzgitter",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in West Germany, in SE Lower Saxony| Pop|: 119,181 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Salzgitter",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sam Browne belt",1,1,1 ], "a military officer's wide belt supported by a strap passing from the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sam Browne belt",1,1,1 ], "side of the belt over the right shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sama-Veda",1,1,1 ], "the third Veda containing the rituals for sacrifices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samar",1,1,1 ], "1,019,358 (1970)| Area: 13,080 sq| km (5050 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Samar",1,1,1 ], "Bernardino Strait: the third largest island in the republic| Capital: Catbalogan| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samar",1,1,1 ], "an island in the E central Philippines, separated from S Luzon by the San" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samara",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1935) of Kuibyshev" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samarang",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Semarang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samaria",1,1,1 ], "the Mediterranean to the River Jordan; the N kingdom of Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samaria",1,1,1 ], "the region of ancient Palestine that extended from Judaea to Galilee and from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samaria",1,1,2 ], "century b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samaria",1,1,2 ], "the capital of this kingdom; constructed northwest of Shechem in the 9th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samaritan",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Samaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samaritan",1,1,2 ], "short for good Samaritan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samaritan",1,1,3 ], "a member of a voluntary organization (the Samaritans) whose aim is to help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samaritan",1,1,3 ], "people in distress or despair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samaritan",1,1,4 ], "the dialect of Aramaic spoken in Samaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samaritan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Samaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samarkand",1,1,1 ], "China and India (the @6silk road@9)| Pop|: 299,000 (1975 est|)| Ancient name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Samarkand",1,1,1 ], "Maracanda" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Samarkand",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S central Soviet Union, in the Uzbek SSR: under Tamerlane it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samarkand",1,1,1 ], "became the chief economic and cultural centre of central Asia, on trade routes from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sambre",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Europe, rising in N France and flowing east into Belgium to join" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sambre",1,1,1 ], "the Meuse at Namur| Length: 190 km (118 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samian ware",1,1,1 ], "a fine earthenware pottery, reddish-brown or black in colour, found in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samian ware",1,1,1 ], "quantities on Roman sites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samian ware",1,1,2 ], "pottery, made during the first century b|c| at Arretium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samian ware",1,1,2 ], "the earlier pottery from which this developed, an imitation of a type of Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Samos or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Samos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samnite",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Italy) a member of an Oscan-speaking people of the S Apennines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samnite",1,1,1 ], "who clashed repeatedly with Rome between 350 b|c| and 200 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samnite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samnium",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country of central Italy inhabited by Oscan-speaking Samnites:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samnium",1,1,1 ], "corresponds to the present-day region of Abruzzi e Molise and part of Campania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samoa",1,1,1 ], "(1173 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Samoa",1,1,1 ], "(in the east) and German Samoa (in the west); the latter was mandated to New" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Samoa",1,1,1 ], "Zealand in 1919 and gained full independence in 1962 as Western Samoa|Area: 3038 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Samoa",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the S Pacific, northeast of Fiji: an independent kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samoa",1,1,1 ], "until the mid-19th century, when it was divided administratively into American Samoa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samos",1,1,1 ], "an island in the E Aegean Sea, off the SW coast of Turkey: a leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samos",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre of ancient Greece| Pop|: 32,671 (1971)| Area: 492 sq| km (190 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samos",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Samothrace",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the NE Aegean Sea: mountainous| Pop|: 3012 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samoyed",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people who migrated along the Soviet Arctic coast and now live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samoyed",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in the area of the N Urals: related to the Finns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samoyed",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, distantly related to the Finno-Ugric family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samoyed",1,1,3 ], "a white or cream breed of dog of the Spitz family, having a dense coat and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samoyed",1,1,3 ], "tightly curled tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samson",1,1,1 ], "13-16)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Samson",1,1,1 ], "Philistine oppressors until he was betrayed to them by his mistress Delilah (Judges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samson",1,1,1 ], "a judge of Israel, who performed herculean feats of strength against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samson",1,1,2 ], "any man of outstanding physical strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samsun",1,1,1 ], "Amisus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samsun",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Turkey, on the Black Sea| Pop|: 168,478 (1975)| Ancient name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samuel",1,1,1 ], "Israelites (I Samuel 1-3; 8-15)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Samuel",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet, seer, and judge, who anointed the first two kings of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Samuel",1,1,2 ], "either of the two books named after him, I and II Samuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sam|",1,1,1 ], "Samuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Antonio",1,1,1 ], "1930| Pop|: 756,226 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Antonio",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Texas: site of the Alamo; the leading town in Texas until about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Bernardino Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the Lepontine Alps in SE Switzerland| Highest point: 2062 m (6766" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Bernardino Pass",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Bernardino",1,1,1 ], "110,987 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Bernardino",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE California: founded in 1851 by Mormons from Salt Lake City| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Blas",1,1,1 ], "(30 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Blas",1,1,1 ], "Isthmus of| the narrowest part of the Isthmus of Panama| Width: about 50 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Blas",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an inlet of the Caribbean on the N coast of Panama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Cristbal",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Pacific, in the Galapagos Islands| Area: 505 sq| km (195 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Cristbal",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Cristbal",1,1,2 ], "151,717 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Cristbal",1,1,2 ], "a city in SW Venezuela: founded in 1561 by Spanish conquistadores| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Diego",1,1,1 ], "757,148 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Diego",1,1,1 ], "a port in S California, on the Pacific: naval base; two universities| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Fernando",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Trinidad, on the Gulf of Paria: the second largest town in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Fernando",1,1,1 ], "country| Pop|: 37,313 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Fernando",1,1,2 ], "an inland port in W Venezuela, on the Apure River| Pop|: 38,960 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Fernando",1,1,3 ], "(founded 1790) and of the most southerly observatory in Europe| Pop|: 60,187 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Fernando",1,1,3 ], "a port in SW Spain, on the Isla de Leon SE of Cadiz; site of an arsenal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Francisco Bay",1,1,1 ], "Golden Gate strait| Length: about 80 km (50 miles)| Greatest width: 19 km (12 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Francisco Bay",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Pacific in W California, linked with the open sea by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Francisco",1,1,1 ], "a port in W California, situated around the Golden Gate: developed rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Francisco",1,1,1 ], "during the California gold rush; a major commercial centre and one of the world's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Francisco",1,1,1 ], "finest harbours| Pop|: 687,450 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "San Ildefonso",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Spain, near Segovia: site of the 18th-century summer palace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Ildefonso",1,1,1 ], "of the kings of Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Jos",1,1,1 ], "production in the mid-19th century; University of Costa Rica (1843)| Pop|: 215,441 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Jos",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Costa Rica, on the central plateau: a major centre of coffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Jose scale",1,1,1 ], "a small E Asian homopterous insect, Quadraspidiotus perniciosus, introduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Jose scale",1,1,1 ], "into the U|S| and other countries, where it has become a serious pest of fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Jose scale",1,1,1 ], "trees: family Diaspididae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "San Jose",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central California: a leading world centre of the fruit drying and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Jose",1,1,1 ], "canning industry| Pop|: 523,116 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan Bautista",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Villahermosa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan Islands",1,1,1 ], "Canada: administratively part of Washington" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands between NW Washington, U|S|, and SE Vancouver Island," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Uncompahgre Peak, 4363 m (14,314 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SW Colorado and N New Mexico: part of the Rocky Mountains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan",1,1,1 ], "Puerto Rico; manufacturing centre| Pop|: 452,749 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Puerto Rico, on the NE coast; University of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 224,000 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Juan",1,1,2 ], "a city in W Argentina: almost completely destroyed by an earthquake in 1944|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Luis Potos",1,1,1 ], "a state of central Mexico: mainly high plateau; economy based on mining (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Luis Potos",1,1,1 ], "silver) and agriculture| Capital: San Luis Potosi| Pop|: 1,281,996 (1970)| Area: 62,849" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Luis Potos",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (24,266 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "San Luis Potos",1,1,2 ], "altitude of 1850 m (6000 ft|)| Pop|: 281,534 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Luis Potos",1,1,2 ], "an industrial city in central Mexico, capital of San Luis Potosi state, at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Marino",1,1,1 ], "Capital: San Marino| Pop|: 19,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 62 sq| km (24 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "San Marino",1,1,1 ], "a republic in S central Europe in the Apennines, forming an enclave in Italy:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Marino",1,1,1 ], "the 4th century| Language: Italian| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: lira|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "San Marino",1,1,1 ], "the smallest republic in Europe, according to tradition founded by St| Marinus in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Mart",1,1,1 ], "1778-1850, South American patriot, who played an important part in gaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Mart",1,1,1 ], "independence for Argentina, Chile, and Peru|He was protector of Peru (1821-22)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Pedro Sula",1,1,1 ], "(1974)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Pedro Sula",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Honduras: the country's chief industrial centre| Pop|: 200,881" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Remo",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in NW Italy, in Liguria on the slopes of the Maritime Alps;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Remo",1,1,1 ], "flower market| Pop|: 62,210 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Salvador Island",1,1,1 ], "Christopher Columbus (1492)| Area: 156 sq| km (60 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Salvador Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Bahamas: the first land in the New World seen by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Salvador",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "San Salvador",1,1,1 ], "1841; ruined by earthquakes in 1854 and 1873; university (1841)| Pop|: 337,171" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Salvador",1,1,1 ], "the capital of El Salvador, situated in the SW central part: became capital in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Sebasti",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in N Spain on the Bay of Biscay: former summer residence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Sebasti",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish court| Pop|: 165,829 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San Stefano",1,1,1 ], "a village in NW Turkey, near Istanbul on the Sea of Marmara: scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San Stefano",1,1,1 ], "signing (1878) of the treaty ending the Russo-Turkish War| Turkish name: Yesilkoy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San",1,1,1 ], "a group of the Khoisan languages, spoken mostly by Bushmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San",2,1,1 ], "a river in E central Europe, rising in the W Soviet Union and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "San",2,1,1 ], "northwest across SE Poland to the Vistula River| Length: about 450 km (280 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San`a",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "San`a",1,1,1 ], "ft|): became capital of Yemen when Turkish rule ended in 1918| Pop|: 120,000 (1970" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "San`a",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Yemen, on the central plateau at an altitude of 2350m (7700" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanctus bell",1,1,1 ], "a bell rung as the opening words of the Sanctus are pronounced and also at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanctus bell",1,1,1 ], "other important points during Mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sanctus",1,1,1 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sanctus",1,1,1 ], "the hymn that occurs immediately after the preface in the celebration of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanctus",1,1,2 ], "Catholic Mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sanctus",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this, usually incorporated into the Ordinary of the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sand",1,1,1 ], "(1847-48) and for her works for women's rights to independence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sand",1,1,1 ], "for such pastoral novels as La Mare au diable (1846) and Francois le Champi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sand",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Amandine Aurore Lucie Dupin| 1804-76, French novelist, best known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sandakan",1,1,1 ], "Borneo| Pop|: 42,249 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sandakan",1,1,1 ], "a port in Malaysia, on the NE coast of Sabah: capital (until 1947) of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sandalwood Island",1,1,1 ], "the former name for Sumba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sandburg",1,1,1 ], "1878-1967, U|S| writer, noted esp| for his poetry, often written in free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sandburg",1,1,1 ], "verse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sandhurst",1,1,1 ], "a village in S England, in Berkshire: seat of the Royal Military Academy for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sandhurst",1,1,1 ], "the training of officer cadets in the British Army| Pop|: 6445 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sandringham",1,1,1 ], "Sandringham House, a residence of the royal family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sandringham",1,1,1 ], "a village in E England, in Norfolk near the E shore of the Wash: site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sandrocottus",1,1,1 ], "the Greek name of Chandragupta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sandwich Islands",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Hawaiian Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanforize",1,1,1 ], "to preshrink (a fabric) using a patented process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanger",1,1,1 ], "Frederick| born 1918, English biochemist, who determined the molecular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanger",1,1,1 ], "structure of insulin: Nobel prize for chemistry 1958" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sanger",1,1,2 ], "Margaret 1883-1966, U|S| leader of the birth-control movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sangh",1,1,1 ], "(in India) an association or union, esp| a political or labour organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sango",1,1,1 ], "a language used in Chad, the Central African Republic, N Zaire, and the Congo," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sango",1,1,1 ], "belonging to the Adamawa branch of the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sangraal",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Holy Grail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sangre de Cristo Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Blanca Peak, 4364 m (14,317 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sangre de Cristo Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S Colorado and N New Mexico: part of the Rocky Mountains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanhedrin",1,1,1 ], "in New Testament times, having 71 members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sanhedrin",1,1,1 ], "the supreme judicial, ecclesiastical, and administrative council of the Jews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanhedrin",1,1,2 ], "a similar tribunal of 23 members having less important functions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanhedrin",1,1,2 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sankey",1,1,1 ], "1840-1908, U|S| evangelist and hymnodist, noted for his revivalist campaigns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sankey",1,1,1 ], "in Britain and the U|S| with D| L| Moody" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sankhya",1,1,1 ], "interaction of spirit and matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sankhya",1,1,1 ], "one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy, teaching an eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sankt Polten",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Austria, in Lower Austria province| Pop|: 50,144 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanmicheli",1,1,1 ], "1484-1559, Italian mannerist architect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskrit",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family arose in the 18th century from a comparison of Sanskrit with Greek and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskrit",1,1,1 ], "Latin| Although it is used only for religious purposes, it is one of the official" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskrit",1,1,1 ], "an ancient language of India, the language of the Vedas, of Hinduism, and of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskrit",1,1,1 ], "an extensive philosophical and scientific literature dating from the beginning of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskrit",1,1,1 ], "languages of India" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskrit",1,1,1 ], "the Indo-European family of languages; recognition of the existence of the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskrit",1,1,1 ], "the first millennium b|c|It is the oldest recorded member of the Indic branch of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskritic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Sanskrit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskritic",1,1,2 ], "Sanskrit, such as Pali, Hindi, Punjabi, and Bengali" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskritic",1,1,2 ], "denoting or belonging to those Indic languages that developed directly from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanskritic",1,2,1 ], "this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sanson-Flamsteed projection",1,1,1 ], "another name for sinusoidal projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sans|",1,1,1 ], "Sanskrit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Ana",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW El Salvador: the second largest city in the country;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Ana",1,1,1 ], "coffee-processing industry| Pop|: 172,300 (1971)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Ana",1,1,2 ], "a city in SW California: commercial and processing centre of a rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Ana",1,1,2 ], "agricultural region| Pop|: 167,905 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Anna",1,1,1 ], "1795-1876, Mexican general, revolutionary, and president (1833-36, 1841-??45," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Anna",1,1,1 ], "1847-48, 1853-55)|In 1836, he captured the Alamo in an attempt to crush the Texan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Anna",1,1,1 ], "Revolution but was then defeated at San Jacinto" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Catalina",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Pacific, off the coast of SW California: part of Los Angeles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Catalina",1,1,1 ], "county: resort| Area: 181 sq| km (70 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Catarina",1,1,1 ], "Escarpment| Capital: Florianopolis| Pop|: 2,901,734 (1970)| Area: 95,985 sq| km (37,060 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Catarina",1,1,1 ], "a state of S Brazil, on the Atlantic: consists chiefly of the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Catarina",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Clara",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Cuba: sugar and tobacco industries| Pop|: 130,241 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Claus",1,1,1 ], "Nicholas, who brings presents to children on Christmas Eve or, in some European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Claus",1,1,1 ], "countries, on Saint Nicholas' Day" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Claus",1,1,1 ], "the legendary patron saint of children, commonly identified with Saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz de Tenerife",1,1,1 ], "180,666 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz de Tenerife",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in the W Canary Islands, on NE Tenerife: oil refinery| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz",1,1,1 ], "Patagonia, with the forested foothills of the Andes in the west| Capital: Rio Gallegos|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 84,000 (1970)| Area: (94,186 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz",1,1,1 ], "a province of S Argentina, on the Atlantic: consists of a large part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz",1,1,2 ], "a city in E Bolivia: the third largest town in Bolivia| Pop|: 149,230 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz",1,1,2 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Cruz",1,1,3 ], "another name for Saint Croix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe Trail",1,1,1 ], "Independence, Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe Trail",1,1,1 ], "an important trade route in the western U|S| from about 1821 to 1880, linking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe",1,1,1 ], "European settlements in North America, founded in 1610 as the capital of the Kingdom of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe",1,1,1 ], "New Mexico; developed trade with the U|S| by the Santa Fe Trail in the early 19th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central New Mexico, capital of the state: one of the oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe",1,1,1 ], "century| Pop|: 41,167 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe",1,1,2 ], "(1920)| Pop|: 208,900 (1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Fe",1,1,2 ], "an inland port in E Argentina, on the Salado River: University of the Littoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Gertrudis",1,1,1 ], "a breed of red beef cattle developed in Texas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Isabel",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1973) of Malabo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Maria",2,1,1 ], "a city in S Brazil, in Rio Grande do Sul state| Pop|: 120,667 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Maria",2,1,2 ], "an active volcano in SW Guatemala| Height: 3768 m (12,362 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Marta",1,1,1 ], "(1973)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Marta",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Colombia, on the Caribbean: the oldest city in Colombia, founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Marta",1,1,1 ], "in 1525; terminus of the Atlantic railway from Bogota (opened 1961)| Pop|: 102,484" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Maura",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Levkas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Rosa de Cop",1,1,1 ], "a village in W Honduras: noted for the ruined Mayan city of Copan, which lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santa Rosa de Cop",1,1,1 ], "to the west" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santa",1,1,1 ], "short for Santa Claus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santana" ,1, 1, 1],"1969: their albums include",2). c_DEF([ "Santana" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1947, Mexican rock musician in San Francisco: formed his own band in",1). c_DEF([ "Santana" ,1, 1, 2],"Abraxas (1970), and Santana 3 (1973)",1). c_DEF([ "Santander",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santander",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in N Spain, on an inlet of the Bay of Biscay: noted for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santander",1,1,1 ], "prehistoric collection from nearby caves; shipyards and an oil refinery| Pop|: 149,704" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santar",1,1,1 ], "Amazon| Pop|: 111,706 (1968 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santar",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Brazil, in Para state where the Tapajos River flows into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santaria",1,1,1 ], "the flagship of Columbus on his first voyage to America (1492)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santayana",1,1,1 ], "1863-1952, U|S| philosopher, poet, and critic, born in Spain| His works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santayana",1,1,1 ], "include The Life of Reason (1905-06)and The Realms of Being (1927-40)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santee",1,1,1 ], "River System, an inland waterway 866 km (538 miles) long| Length: 230 km (143 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santee",1,1,1 ], "Wateree Rivers: flows southeast to the Atlantic; part of the Santee-Wateree-Catawba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santee",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE central South Carolina, formed by the union of the Congaree and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago de Compostela",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Spain: place of pilgrimage since the 9th century and the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago de Compostela",1,1,1 ], "the apostle St| James| Pop|: 70,893 (1970)| Latin name: Campus Stellae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago de Compostela",1,1,1 ], "visited (after Jerusalem and Rome) in the Middle Ages; cathedral built over the tomb of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago de Cuba",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Cuba, on Santiago Bay (a large inlet of the Caribbean): capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago de Cuba",1,1,1 ], "of Cuba until 1589; university (1947); industrial centre| Pop|: 277,600 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago del Estero",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Argentina: the oldest continuous settlement in Argentina, founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago del Estero",1,1,1 ], "in 1553 by Spaniards from Peru| Pop|: 105,209 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago",1,1,1 ], "centre; two universities| Pop|: 3,186,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Chile, at the foot of the Andes: commercial and industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santiago",1,1,2 ], "a city in the N Dominican Republic| Pop|: 155,151 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santo Domingo",1,1,1 ], "(1538)| Pop|: 671,402 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Santo Domingo",1,1,1 ], "oldest continuous European settlement in the Americas, founded in 1496; university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santo Domingo",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of the Dominican Republic, on the S coast: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santo Domingo",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1844) of the Dominican Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santo Domingo",1,1,3 ], "another name (esp| in colonial times) for Hispaniola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santos",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 341,317 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Santos",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Brazil, in Sao Paulo state: the world's leading coffee port|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santos-Dumont",1,1,1 ], "1873-1932, Brazilian aeronaut, living in France|He constructed dirigibles and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Santos-Dumont",1,1,1 ], "aircraft, including a monoplane (1909)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saorstat Eireann",1,1,1 ], "the Gaelic name for the Irish Free State" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sapir",1,1,1 ], "1884-1939, U|S| anthropologist and linguist, noted for his study of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sapir",1,1,1 ], "ethnology and languages of North American Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sapphic ode",1,1,1 ], "another term for Horatian ode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sapphic",1,1,1 ], "denoting a metre associated with Sappho, consisting generally of a trochaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sapphic",1,1,1 ], "pentameter line with a dactyl in the third foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sapphic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Sappho or her poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sapphic",1,2,1 ], "a verse, line, or stanza written in the Sapphic form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sapphira",1,1,1 ], "fraudulently concealing their wealth from the Church (Acts 5)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sapphira",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Ananias, who together with her husband was struck dead for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sappho",1,1,1 ], "6th century b|c|, Greek lyric poetess of Lesbos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sapporo",1,1,1 ], "1,240,000 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sapporo",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Japan, on W Hokkaido: commercial centre; university (1918)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saracen",1,1,1 ], "a member of one of the nomadic Arabic tribes, esp| of the Syrian desert, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saracen",1,1,1 ], "harassed the borders of the Roman Empire in that region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saracen",1,1,1,1 ], "a Muslim, esp| one who opposed the crusades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saracen",1,1,1,2 ], "(in later use) any Arab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saracen",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Arabs of either of these periods, regions, or types" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saracen",1,2,2 ], "designating, characterizing, or relating to Muslim art or architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saragossa",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Zaragoza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarah",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac (Genesis 17:15-22)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarajevo",1,1,1 ], "Ferdinand in 1914, precipitating World War I| Pop|: 243,980 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sarajevo",1,1,1 ], "a Turkish town in the 15th century; capital of the Turkish and Austro-Hungarian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sarajevo",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Yugoslavia, capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina: developed as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarajevo",1,1,1 ], "administrations in 1850 and 1878 respectively; scene of the assassination of Archduke Francis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saransk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, capital of the Mordovian ASSR:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saransk",1,1,1 ], "university (1957)| Pop|: 232,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saratov",1,1,1 ], "(1919)| Pop|: 834,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saratov",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W Soviet Union, on the River Volga: university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarawak",1,1,1 ], "a revolt; mainly agricultural| Capital: Kuching| Pop|: 977,013 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sarawak",1,1,1 ], "a state of Malaysia, on the NW coast of Borneo on the South China Sea: granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarawak",1,1,1 ], "about 121,400 sq| km (48,250 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sarawak",1,1,1 ], "to Sir James Brooke by the Sultan of Brunei in 1841 as a reward for helping quell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sardanapalus",1,1,1 ], "the Greek name of Ashurbanipal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sardegna",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Sardinia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinia",1,1,1 ], "an administrative region of Italy; ceded to Savoy by Austria in 1720 in exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinia",1,1,1 ], "for Sicily and formed the Kingdom of Sardinia with Piedmont; became part of Italy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinia",1,1,1 ], "in 1861| Capital: Cagliari| Pop|: 1,468,737 (1971)| Area: 24,089 sq| km (9301 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinia",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Italian name: Sardegna" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinia",1,1,1 ], "the second largest island in the Mediterranean: forms, with offshore islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Sardinia, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Sardinia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinian",1,2,2 ], "but containing many loan words from Spanish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sardinian",1,2,2 ], "the spoken language of Sardinia, sometimes regarded as a dialect of Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sardis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city of W Asia Minor: capital of Lydia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sardou" ,1, 1, 1],"1831-1908, French dramatist|His plays include",1). c_DEF([ "Sardou" ,1, 1, 2],"and La Tosca (1887), the source of Puccini's opera|",1). c_DEF([ "Sargasso Sea",1,1,1 ], "a calm area of the N Atlantic, between the West Indies and the Azores, where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sargasso Sea",1,1,1 ], "there is an abundance of floating seaweed of the genus Sargassum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sargent",1,1,1 ], "Sir (Harold)Malcolm 1895-1967, English conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sargent",1,1,2 ], "John Singer| 1856-1925, U|S| painter, esp| of society portraits; in London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sargent",1,1,2 ], "from 1885" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sargodha",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Pakistan: grain market| Pop|: 201,407 (1972)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sargon II",1,1,1 ], "died 705 b|c|, king of Assyria (722-705)| He developed a policy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sargon II",1,1,1 ], "transporting conquered peoples to distant parts of his empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sark",1,1,1 ], "Sark and Little Sark, connected by an isthmus: ruled by a hereditary seigneur or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sark",1,1,1 ], "an island in the English Channel in the Channel Islands, consisting of Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sark",1,1,1 ], "dame| Pop|: 590 (1971)| Area: 5 sq| km (2 sq| miles)| French name: Sercq" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sarkis",1,1,1 ], "born 1924, Lebanese statesman president of Lebanon since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarmatia",1,1,1 ], "between the Volga and Vistula Rivers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sarmatia",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name of a region of present-day Poland and the SW Soviet Union," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarnen",1,1,1 ], "6952 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sarnen",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Switzerland, capital of Obwalden demicanton: resort| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarnia",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in S central Canada, in SW Ontario at the S end of Lake Huron:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarnia",1,1,1 ], "oil refineries| Pop|: 57,644 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saronic Gulf",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Aegean on the SE coast of Greece| Length: about 80 km (50" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saronic Gulf",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Width: about 48 km (30 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saros",1,1,1 ], "59 km (37 miles)| Width: 35 km (22 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saros",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Aegean in NW Turkey, north of the Gallipoli Peninsula| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarpedon",1,1,1 ], "a son of Zeus and Laodameia, or perhaps Europa, and king of Lycia| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarpedon",1,1,1 ], "slain by Patroclus while fighting on behalf of the Trojans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sarraute" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1902, French novelist, noted as an exponent of the anti-roman|Her novels",1). c_DEF([ "Sarraute" ,1, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "Sarraute" ,1, 1, 2],"Portrait of a Man Unknown",1). c_DEF([ "Sarraute" ,1, 1, 3],"and Martereau (1954)",1). c_DEF([ "Sarre",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Saar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarthe",1,1,1 ], "502,306 (1975)| Area: 6245 sq| km (2436 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sarthe",1,1,1 ], "a department of NW France, in Pays-de-la-Loire region| Capital: Le Mans| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarto" ,1, 1, 1],"1486-1531, Florentine painter| His works include",1). c_DEF([ "Sarto" ,1, 1, 2],"The Nativity of the Virgin",1). c_DEF([ "Sarto" ,1, 1, 3],"in the church of Sant' Annunziata, Florence",1). c_DEF([ "Sartre" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1905, French philosopher, novelist, and dramatist chief French exponent",1). c_DEF([ "Sartre" ,1, 1, 1],"of atheistic existentialism|His works include the philosophical essay",2). c_DEF([ "Sartre" ,1, 1, 2],"the novels Nausea (1938) and Les Chemins de la libert''e (1945-49), a",1). c_DEF([ "Sartre" ,1, 1, 2],"trilogy, and the plays Les Mouches (1943), Huis clos (1944), and Les Mains sales (1948)",2). c_DEF([ "Sarum use",1,1,1 ], "late medieval times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sarum use",1,1,1 ], "the distinctive local rite or system of rites used at Salisbury cathedral in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarum",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name of Salisbury ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarvodaya",1,1,1 ], "(in India) economic and social development and improvement of a community as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarvodaya",1,1,1 ], "whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sarvodaya",1,1,2 ], "(Hindi, from sarva all + udaya rise] #HSa#+se@|bo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarvodaya",1,2,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on NW Kyushu on Omura Bay: naval base| Pop|: 261,187 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sarvodaya",1,2,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sar|",1,1,1 ], "Sardinia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Regina| Pop|: 921,323 (1976)| Area: 651,900 sq| km (251,700 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "a province of W Canada: consists of the Canadian Shield in the north and open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "prairie in the south; economy based chiefly on agriculture and mineral resources|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saskatchewan",1,1,2 ], "Saskatchewan Rivers: flows east to Lake Winnipeg| Length: 596 km (370 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saskatchewan",1,1,2 ], "a river in W Canada, formed by the confluence of the North and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saskatoon",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Canada, in S Saskatchewan on the South Saskatchewan River: oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saskatoon",1,1,1 ], "refining; university (1907)| Pop|: 126,449 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sask|",1,1,1 ], "Saskatchewan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sassanid",1,1,1 ], "224 to 636 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sassanid",1,1,1 ], "any member of the native dynasty that built and ruled an empire in Persia from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sassari",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Sardinia, Italy: the second largest city on the island;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sassari",1,1,1 ], "university (1565)| Pop|: 113,875 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sassenach",1,1,1 ], "and occasionally Irish| an English person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sassoon",1,1,1 ], "(1928-36)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sassoon",1,1,1 ], "1886-1967, English poet and novelist, best known for his poems of the horrors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sassoon",1,1,1 ], "a semi-fictitious autobiographical trilogy The Memoirs of George Sherston" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sassoon",1,1,1 ], "of war collected in Counterattack (1918) and Satirical Poems (1926)| He also wrote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Satan",1,1,1 ], "Lucifer (Luke 4:5-8)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Satan",1,1,1 ], "the devil, adversary of God, and tempter of mankind: sometimes identified with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Satanism",1,1,1 ], "the worship of Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Satanism",1,1,2 ], "Christian prayers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Satanism",1,1,2 ], "a form of such worship which includes blasphemous or obscene parodies of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Satanism",1,1,3 ], "a satanic disposition or satanic practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Satie",1,1,1 ], "1866-1925, French composer, noted for his eccentricity, experimentalism, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Satie",1,1,1 ], "and Ravel" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Satie",1,1,1 ], "his direct and economical style| His music, including numerous piano pieces and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Satie",1,1,1 ], "several ballets, excercised a profound influence upon other composers, such as Debussy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Satsuma ware",1,1,1 ], "porcelain ware made in Satsuma, Japan, from the late 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Satsuma",1,1,1 ], "a former province of SW Japan, on S Kyushu: famous for its porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturday",1,1,1 ], "the seventh and last day of the week: the Jewish Sabbath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of agriculture and vegetation| Greek counterpart: Cronus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,1 ], "The planet has ten satellites| Mean distance from sun: 1425 million km; period of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,1 ], "mass: 9|36 and 95|14 times that of the earth, respectively" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,1 ], "one of the giant planets, the sixth planet from the sun, around which revolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,1 ], "revolution around sun: 29|46 years; period of axial rotation: 10|23 hours; diameter and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,1 ], "three planar concentric rings (Saturn's rings) consisting of small frozen particles|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,2 ], "a large U|S| rocket used for launching various objects, such as a spaceprobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,2 ], "or an Apollo spacecraft, into space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saturn",2,1,3 ], "the alchemical name for lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnalia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman festival celebrated in December: renowned for its general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnalia",1,1,1 ], "merrymaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnalia",1,1,2 ], "a period or occasion of wild revelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnian",1,1,1 ], "golden age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnian",1,1,1 ], "of or connected with the Roman god Saturn, whose reign was thought of as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnian",1,1,2 ], "denoting a very early verse form in Latin in which the accent was one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnian",1,1,2 ], "line, regardless of the number of unaccented syllables" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnian",1,1,2 ], "stress rather than quantity, there being an equal number of main stresses in each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saturnian",1,2,1 ], "a line in Saturnian metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sat|",1,1,1 ], "Saturday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sat|",1,1,2 ], "Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saud",1,1,1 ], "Full name Saud ibn Abdul-Aziz| 1902-69, king of Saudi Arabia (1953-64); son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saud",1,1,1 ], "Ibn Saud| He was deposed by his brother Faisal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saudi Arabia",1,1,1 ], "(administrative)| Pop|: 7,965,000 (1970 UN est|)| Area: 2,260,353 sq| km (872,722 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Saudi Arabia",1,1,1 ], "Language: Arabic| Religion: Sunni Muslim| Currency: riyal| Capital: Riyadh (royal), Jidda" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saudi Arabia",1,1,1 ], "Persian Gulf and the Red Sea: founded in 1932 by Ibn Saud, who united Hejaz and Nejd;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saudi Arabia",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in SW Asia, occupying most of the Arabian peninsula between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saudi Arabia",1,1,1 ], "consists mostly of desert plateau; large reserves of petroleum and natural gas|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saul",1,1,1 ], "became afflicted with madness and died by his own hand; succeeded by David" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saul",1,1,1 ], "the Philistines, but was in continual conflict with the high priest Samuel| He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saul",1,1,1 ], "the first king of Israel (??1020-1000 b|c|)|He led Israel successfully against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saul",1,1,2 ], "the name borne by Paul prior to his conversion (Acts 9:1-30)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sault Sainte Marie",1,1,2 ], "an inland port in central Canada, in Ontario on the St| Mary's River, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sault Sainte Marie",1,1,2 ], "by-passing the rapids completed in 1895|Pop|: 80,332 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sault Sainte Marie",1,1,2 ], "links Lake Superior and Lake Huron, opposite Sault Ste| Marie, Michigan: canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sault Sainte Marie",1,1,3 ], "an inland port in NE Michigan, opposite Sault Ste| Marie, Ontario: canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sault Sainte Marie",1,1,3 ], "around the rapids completed in 1855, enlarged and divided in 1896 and 1919 (popularly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sault Sainte Marie",1,1,3 ], "called Soo Canals)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sault Sainte Marie",1,1,4 ], "Pop|: 15,136 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saussure",1,1,1 ], "1857-1913, Swiss linguist| He pioneered structuralism in linguistics and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saussure",1,1,1 ], "separation of scientific language description from historical philological studies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sauternes",1,1,1 ], "a sweet white wine made in the southern Bordeaux district of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sava",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Yugoslavia, flowing east to the Danube at Belgrade: the longest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sava",1,1,1 ], "river wholly in Yugoslavia| Length: 940 km (584 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savage Island",1,1,1 ], "another name for Niue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savage",1,1,1 ], "1872-1940, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of New Zealand (1935-40)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savaii",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 1174 sq| km (662 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savaii",1,1,1 ], "the largest island in Western Samoa: mountainous and volcanic| Pop|: 39,828" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savannah",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 105,768 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Savannah",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Georgia, near the mouth of the Savannah River: port of departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savannah",1,1,1 ], "of the Savannah for Liverpool (1819), the first steamship to cross the Atlantic|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savannah",1,1,2 ], "(314 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Savannah",1,1,2 ], "Seneca Rivers in NW South Carolina: flows southeast to the Atlantic| Length: 505 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savannah",1,1,2 ], "a river in the southeastern U|S|, formed by the confluence of the Tugaloo and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saviour",1,1,1 ], "Jesus Christ regarded as the saviour of men from sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoie",1,1,1 ], "098 (1975)| Area: 6188 sq| km (2413 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savoie",1,1,1 ], "a department of E France, in Rhone-Alpes region| Capital: Chambery| Pop|: 315" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoie",1,1,2 ], "the French name for Savoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savona",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Italy, in Liguria on the Mediterranean: an important centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savona",1,1,1 ], "the Italian iron and steel industry| Pop|: 79,618 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savonarola",1,1,1 ], "1452-98, Italian religious and political reformer|As a Dominican prior in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savonarola",1,1,1 ], "Florence he preached against contemporary sinfulness and moral corruption|When the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savonarola",1,1,1 ], "Medici were expelled from the city (1494) he instituted a severely puritanical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Savonarola",1,1,1 ], "and burned as a heretic" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Savonarola",1,1,1 ], "republic but lost the citizens' support after being excommunicated (1497)|He was hanged" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy Alps",1,1,1 ], "a range of the Alps in SE France| Highest peak: Mont Blanc, 4807 m (15,772" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy Alps",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy",1,1,1 ], "an area of SE France, bordering on Italy, mainly in the Savoy Alps: a duchy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy",1,1,1 ], "became part of France| French name: Savoie" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy",1,1,1 ], "the late Middle Ages and part of the Kingdom of Sardinia from 1720 to 1860, when it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy",2,1,1 ], "a noble family of Italy that ruled over the duchy of Savoy and became the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy",2,1,1 ], "dissolution of the Italian monarchy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Savoy",2,1,1 ], "royal house of Italy (1861-1946): the oldest reigning dynasty in Europe before the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Savoyard",1,1,1 ], "a native of Savoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoyard",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of French spoken in Savoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoyard",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Savoy, its inhabitants, or their dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoyard",2,1,1 ], "a person keenly interested in the operettas of Gilbert and Sullivan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Savoyard",2,1,2 ], "a person who takes part in these operettas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sawney",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word for Scotsman| 2|Informal| a fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxe",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Saxony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxe",2,1,1 ], "comte de Saxe| 1696-1750, French marshal born in Saxony: he distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxe",2,1,1 ], "himself in the War of the Austrian Succession (1740-48)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saxe-Coburg-Gotha",1,1,1 ], "and the name of the British royal family (1901-17) through Prince Albert" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saxe-Coburg-Gotha",1,1,1 ], "the ruling house of the former German duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha (until 1918)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxo Grammaticus",1,1,1 ], "1150-1220, Danish chronicler, noted for his Gesta Danorum, a history of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxo Grammaticus",1,1,1 ], "Denmark down to 1185, written in Latin, which is partly historical and partly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saxo Grammaticus",1,1,1 ], "mythological, and contains the Hamlet (Amleth) legend" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon blue",1,1,1 ], "a dye made dissolving indigo in a solution of sulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,1 ], "Saxony" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,1 ], "a member of a West Germanic people who in Roman times spread from Schleswig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,1 ], "across NW Germany to the Rhine| Saxons raided and settled parts of S Britain in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,1 ], "dominions, which changed and shifted through the centuries, usually retaining the name" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,1 ], "fifth and sixth centuries a|d|In Germany they established a duchy and other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Saxony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,2,1 ], "the Low German dialect of Saxony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,2,2 ], "any of the West Germanic dialects spoken by the ancient Saxons or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,1,2,2 ], "descendants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the ancient Saxons, the Anglo-Saxons, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,2,1 ], "their descendants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,2,2 ], "German dialect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Saxon",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Saxony, its inhabitants, or their Low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxony",1,1,1 ], "Sachsen|French name: Saxe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Saxony",1,1,1 ], "a region in S East Germany around the upper Elbe River: referred at various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Saxony",1,1,1 ], "times to those places inhabited by Saxons or ruled by Saxon princes| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sax|",1,1,1 ], "Saxon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sax|",1,1,2 ], "Saxony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sayan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Munku-Sardyk, 3437 m (11,457 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sayan Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the SE Soviet Union, in S Siberia| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sayers",1,1,1 ], "1893-1957, English detective-story writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sb",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for antimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sc",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for scandium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scafell Pike",1,1,1 ], "England| Height: 963 m (3210 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scafell Pike",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NW England, in Cumbria in the Lake District: the highest peak in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scales",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Libra, the seventh sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scaliger",1,1,1 ], "Joseph Justus | 1540-1609, French scholar, who revolutionized the study of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scaliger",1,1,1 ], "ancient chronology by his work De Emendatione temporum (1583)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scaliger",1,1,2 ], "biology and medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scaliger",1,1,2 ], "his father, Julius Caesar| 1484-1558, Italian classical scholar, and writer on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scamander",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for the Menderes (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandaroon",1,1,1 ], "a large variety of fancy pigeon having a long thin body and an elongated neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandaroon",1,1,1 ], "and head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scanderbeg",1,1,1 ], "original name George Castriota;Turkish name Iskender Bey| 1403-68, Albanian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scanderbeg",1,1,1 ], "patriot| He was an army commander for the sultan of Turkey until 1443, when he changed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scanderbeg",1,1,1 ], "sides and drove the Turks from Albania" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scandian",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Scandinavian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavia",1,1,1 ], "the peninsula of N Europe occupied by Norway and Sweden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavia",1,1,2 ], "Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and often Finland, Iceland, and the Faeroe Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavia",1,1,2 ], "the countries of N Europe, esp| considered as a cultural unit and including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavian Shield",1,1,1 ], "another name for Baltic Shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavian",1,1,1 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Scandinavia, its inhabitants, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Scandinavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavian",1,2,2 ], "Norwegian, Icelandic, and Faeroese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scandinavian",1,2,2 ], "the northern group of Germanic languages, consisting of Swedish, Danish," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scand|",1,1,1 ], "Scandinavia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scapa Flow",1,1,1 ], "Islands: major British naval base in both World Wars| Length: about 24 km (15 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scapa Flow",1,1,1 ], "Width: 13 km (8 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scapa Flow",1,1,1 ], "an extensive landlocked anchorage off the N coast of Scotland, in the Orkney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scaramouch",1,1,1 ], "a stock character who appears as a boastful coward in commedia dell'arte and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scaramouch",1,1,1 ], "farce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scarborough",1,1,1 ], "a fishing port and resort in NE England, in North Yorkshire on the North Sea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scarborough",1,1,1 ], "developed as a spa after 1660; ruined 12th-century castle| Pop|: 44,370 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scarlatti",1,1,1 ], "Alessandro |1659-1725, Italian composer; regarded as the founder of modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scarlatti",1,1,1 ], "opera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scarlatti",1,1,2 ], "harpsichord, many of them exercises in virtuoso technique" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scarlatti",1,1,2 ], "harpsichordist, in Portugal and Spain from 1720| He wrote over 550 single-movement sonatas for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scarlatti",1,1,2 ], "his son, (Giuseppe)Domenico (do!me$:niko)| 1685-1757, Italian composer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scarron" ,1, 1, 1],"1610-60, French comic dramatist and novelist, noted particularly for his",1). c_DEF([ "Scarron" ,1, 1, 1],"picaresque novel",2). c_DEF([ "Sceptic",1,1,1 ], "Pyrrho, who believed that real knowledge of things is impossible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sceptic",1,1,1 ], "a member of one of the ancient Greek schools of philosophy, esp| that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sceptic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Sceptics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sch",1,1,1 ], "1585-1672, German composer, esp| of church music and madrigals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schadenfreude",1,1,1 ], "delight in another's misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schaerbeek",1,1,1 ], "Brussels| Pop|: 118,950 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schaerbeek",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Belgium, in Brabant province: an industrial suburb of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schaffhausen",1,1,1 ], "a small canton of N Switzerland| Pop|: 72,854 (1970)| Area: 298 sq| km (115" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schaffhausen",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schaffhausen",1,1,2 ], "37,035 (1970)| French name: Schaffhouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schaffhausen",1,1,2 ], "a town in N Switzerland, capital of Schaffhausen canton, on the Rhine| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schaumburg-Lippe",1,1,1 ], "Saxony since 1946" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schaumburg-Lippe",1,1,1 ], "a former state of NW Germany, between Westphalia and Hanover: part of Lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scheel",1,1,1 ], "born 1919, West German statesman president of West Germany since 1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scheele",1,1,1 ], "1742-86, Swedish chemist|He discovered oxygen, independently of Priestley, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scheele",1,1,1 ], "many other substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scheldt",1,1,1 ], "Length: 435 km (270 miles)| Flemish and Dutch name: Schelde | French name: Escaut" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scheldt",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Europe, rising in NE France and flowing north and northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scheldt",1,1,1 ], "through W Belgium to Antwerp, then northwest to the North Sea in the SW Netherlands|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schelling" ,1, 1, 1],"1775-1854, German philosopher| He expanded Fichte's idea that there is one",1). c_DEF([ "Schelling" ,1, 1, 1],"reality, the infinite and absolute Ego, by regarding nature as an absolute being working",2). c_DEF([ "Schelling" ,1, 1, 1],"towards self-consciousness| His works include",3). c_DEF([ "Schelling" ,1, 1, 2],"Ideas towards a Philosophy of Nature",1). c_DEF([ "Schelling" ,1, 1, 3],"and System of Transcendental Idealism (1800)",1). c_DEF([ "Schick test",1,1,1 ], "a skin test to determine immunity to diphtheria: a dilute diphtheria toxin is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schick test",1,1,1 ], "antibodies are present" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Schick test",1,1,1 ], "injected into the skin; within two or three days a red inflamed area will develop if no" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schickard",1,1,1 ], "a large crater in the SE quadrant of the moon, about 215 kilometres (134" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schickard",1,1,1 ], "miles) in diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schiedam",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Netherlands, in South Holland province west of Rotterdam: gin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schiedam",1,1,1 ], "distilleries| Pop|: 81,202 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schiller" ,1, 1, 1],"1759-1805, German poet, dramatist, historian, and critic|His concern with the",1). c_DEF([ "Schiller" ,1, 1, 1],"ideal freedom of the human spirit to rise above the constraints placed upon it is",2). c_DEF([ "Schiller" ,1, 1, 1],"reflected in his great trilogy",3). c_DEF([ "Schiller" ,1, 1, 2],"and in Maria Stuart (1800)",1). c_DEF([ "Schlegel",1,1,1 ], "August Wilhelm von | 1767-1845, German romantic critic and scholar, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schlegel",1,1,1 ], "particularly for his translations of Shakespeare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schlegel",1,1,2 ], "founder of the romantic movement in Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schlegel",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Friedrich von | 1772-1829, German philosopher and critic; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schleiermacher" ,1, 1, 1],"1768-1834, German Protestant theologian and philosopher| His works include",1). c_DEF([ "Schlesien",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Silesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schleswig",1,1,1 ], "a fishing port in N West Germany, in Schleswig-Holstein state: on an inlet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schleswig",1,1,1 ], "the Baltic| Pop|: 32,100 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schleswig",1,1,2 ], "a former duchy, in the S Jutland Peninsula: annexed by Prussia in 1864; N part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schleswig",1,1,2 ], "returned to Denmark after a plebiscite in 1920; S part forms part of the West German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schleswig",1,1,2 ], "state of Schleswig-Holstein| Danish name: Slesvig" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Schleswig-Holstein",1,1,1 ], "a state of N West Germany: drained chiefly by the River Elbe; mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schleswig-Holstein",1,1,1 ], "agricultural| Capital: Kiel| Pop|: 2,494,104 (1970)| Area: 15,658 sq| km (6045 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schlieffen" ,1, 2, 1],"employed in World War I",4). c_DEF([ "Schlieffen" ,1, 2, 1],"flanking movement through the Low Countries|In a modified form, it was unsuccessfully",3). c_DEF([ "Schlieffen" ,1, 2, 1],"holding off Russia with minimal strength and swiftly defeating France by a massive",2). c_DEF([ "Schlieffen" ,1, 2, 1],"it was intended to ensure German victory over a Franco-Russian alliance by",1). c_DEF([ "Schliemann",1,1,1 ], "1822-90, German archaeologist, who discovered nine superimposed city sites of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schliemann",1,1,1 ], "Troy (1871-90)|He also excavated the site of Mycenae (1876)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schmidt telescope",1,1,1 ], "a type of reflecting telescope incorporating a camera and consisting of a thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schmidt telescope",1,1,1 ], "convex glass plate placed at the centre of curvature of a spherical mirror, thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schmidt telescope",1,1,1 ], "correcting for spherical aberration, coma, and astigmatism| Wide areas of the sky can be" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Schmidt telescope",1,1,1 ], "photographed in one exposure" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Schmidt",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, West German statesman chancellor Germany since 1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schnabel",1,1,1 ], "1882-1951, U|S| pianist and composer, born in Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schnitzler" ,1, 1, 1],"1862-1931, Austrian dramatist and novelist|His best-known work is",1). c_DEF([ "Schnitzler" ,1, 1, 2],"a series of one-act plays that reveal his psychological insight and",1). c_DEF([ "Schnitzler" ,1, 1, 2],"preoccupation with sexuality|",2). c_DEF([ "Schoenberg" ,1, 1, 1],"1874-1951, Austrian composer and musical theorist, in the U|S| after 1933|The",1). c_DEF([ "Schoenberg" ,1, 1, 1],"harmonic idiom of such early works as the string sextet",2). c_DEF([ "Schoenberg" ,1, 1, 2],"(1912), and later of the twelve-tone technique|He wrote many choral, orchestral, and",2). c_DEF([ "Schoenberg" ,1, 1, 2],"chamber works and the unfinished opera Moses and Aaron|",3). c_DEF([ "Schoenberg" ,1, 1, 2],"gave way to his development of atonality, as in the song cycle Pierrot Lunaire",1). c_DEF([ "Schongauer",1,1,1 ], "1445-91, German painter and engraver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schoolman",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes not cap|) a master in one of the schools or universities of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schoolman",1,1,1 ], "Middle Ages who was versed in scholasticism; scholastic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schools" ,1, 1, 1],"the medieval Schoolmen collectively",1). c_DEF([ "Schools" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"held",2). c_DEF([ "Schools" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the Examination Schools, the University building in which examinations are",1). c_DEF([ "Schools" ,1, 1, 2],"(at Oxford University)",1). c_DEF([ "Schools" ,1, 1, 3],"the Second Public Examination for the degree of Bachelor of Arts; finals",1). c_DEF([ "Schopenhauer" ,1, 1, 1],"1788-1860, German pessimist philosopher|In his chief work,",1). c_DEF([ "Schopenhauer" ,1, 1, 2],"The World as Will and Idea",1). c_DEF([ "Schopenhauer" ,1, 1, 3],"he expounded the view that will is the creative primary factor and idea the",1). c_DEF([ "Schopenhauer" ,1, 1, 3],"secondary receptive factor",2). c_DEF([ "Schottky noise",1,1,1 ], "another name for shot noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schouten Islands",1,1,1 ], "(1966)| Area: 3185 sq| km (1230 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schouten Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the Pacific, off the N coast of West Irian| Pop|: 25,487" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schow",1,1,1 ], "(1949) in which the Communists defeated the Nationalists| Pop|: 700,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schow",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central China, in NW Kiangsu province: scene of a decisive battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schrdinger equation",1,1,1 ], "an equation used in wave mechanics to describe a physical system| For a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schrdinger equation",1,1,1 ], "particle of mass m and potential energy V it is written (ih/2#Gr)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schrdinger equation",1,1,2 ], "($6#Gu/$6t),(-h/8#Gr%2m#5%2)V'2u,,Vu, where i, sqrt -1, h is the Planck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schrdinger equation",1,1,2 ], "constant, t the time, V'2 the Laplace operator, and u the wave function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schrdinger",1,1,1 ], "1887-1961, Austrian physicist, who discovered the wave equation: shared the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schrdinger",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for physics (1933)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schubert" ,1, 1, 1],"and Die Winterreise (1827)|His other works include symphonies and much piano",1). c_DEF([ "Schubert" ,1, 1, 1],"and chamber music including string quartets and the Trout piano quintet (1819)",2). c_DEF([ "Schumacher" ,1, 1, 1],"1911-77, British economist, born in Germany| He is best known for his book",1). c_DEF([ "Schuman",1,1,1 ], "Robert (r@$!b$e$:r)| 1886-1963, French statesman; prime minister (1947-48)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schuman",1,1,1 ], "proposed (1950) pooling the coal and steel resources of W Europe|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schuman",1,1,2 ], "William born 1910, U|S| composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schumann",1,1,1 ], "Elizabeth (e!li$:zab$et)|1885-1952, German soprano, noted esp| for her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schumann",1,1,1 ], "interpretations of lieder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schumann",1,1,2 ], "Robert Alexander | 1810-56, German romantic composer, noted esp| for his piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schumann",1,1,2 ], "music, such as Carnaval (1835) and Kreisleriana (1838), his songs, and four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schumann",1,1,2 ], "symphonies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Schwaben",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Swabia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schwann",1,1,1 ], "1810-82, German physiologist, who founded the theory that all animals consist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schwann",1,1,1 ], "of cells or cell products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schwarzkopf",1,1,1 ], "born 1915, German operatic soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schwarzwald",1,1,1 ], "the German name for the Black Forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schweinfurt",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schweinfurt",1,1,1 ], "a city in central West Germany, in N Bavaria on the River Main| Pop|: 58,200" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schweitzer",1,1,1 ], "1875-1965, Franco-German medical missionary, philosopher, theologian, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schweitzer",1,1,1 ], "1913 to a medical mission at Lambarene, Gabon: Nobel peace prize 1952" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Schweitzer",1,1,1 ], "organist, born in Alsace| He took up medicine in 1905 and devoted most of his life after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schweiz",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schwerin",1,1,1 ], "Mecklenburg| Pop|: 105 951 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schwerin",1,1,1 ], "a city in N East Germany, on Lake Schwerin: capital of the former state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schwitters",1,1,1 ], "1887-1948, German dadaist painter and poet, noted for his collages composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schwitters",1,1,1 ], "discarded materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schwyz",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 908 sq| km (351 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Schwyz",1,1,1 ], "a canton of central Switzerland: played an important part in the formation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Schwyz",1,1,1 ], "the Swiss confederation, to which it gave its name| Capital: Schwyz| Pop|: 92,072" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schwyz",1,1,2 ], "12,194 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Schwyz",1,1,2 ], "a town in E central Switzerland, capital of Schwyz canton: tourism| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scientist",1,1,1 ], "Christ as supreme spiritual healer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scientist",1,1,2 ], "short for Christian Scientist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scientology",1,1,1 ], "a cult, founded in the early 1950s, based on the belief that self-awareness is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scientology",1,1,1 ], "paramount, that rejects the notion of a supreme being, and that believes in reincarnation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scilly Isles",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Hugh Town| Pop|: 2428 (1971)| Area: 16 sq| km (6 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scilly Isles",1,1,1 ], "a group of about 140 small islands (only five inhabited) off the extreme SW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scilly Isles",1,1,1 ], "coast of England: administratively part of the county of Cornwall; tourist centre|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scipio",1,1,1 ], "Hannibal at Zama (202)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scipio",1,1,1 ], "full name Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus Major| 237-183 b|c|, Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scipio",1,1,1 ], "general| He commanded the Roman invasion of Carthage in the Second Punic War, defeating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scipio",1,1,2 ], "(146)| He became the leader (132) of the opposition in Rome to popular reforms" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Scipio",1,1,2 ], "Roman statesman and general; the grandson by adoption of Scipio Africanus Major| He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scipio",1,1,2 ], "commanded an army against Carthage in the last Punic War and razed the city to the ground" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scipio",1,1,2 ], "full name Publius Cornelius Scipio Aemilianus Africanus Minor| 185-129 b|c|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scofield",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, English stage and film actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scone",1,1,1 ], "Edward I in 1296" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Scone",1,1,1 ], "a parish in E Scotland near Perth, consisting of the two villages of New Scone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scone",1,1,1 ], "and Old Scone, which was the Pictish capital: original site of the stone upon which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scone",1,1,1 ], "medieval Scottish kings were crowned| The stone was removed to Westminster Abbey by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scopas",1,1,1 ], "4th century b|c|, Greek sculptor and architect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scopus",1,1,1 ], "Olives; site of the Hebrew University (1925)| Height: 834 m (2736 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scopus",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Israel, east of Jerusalem: a N extension of the Mount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scorpio" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"23 and Nov| 21",3). c_DEF([ "Scorpio" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"and ruled by the planets Mars and Pluto| The sun is in this sign between about Oct|",2). c_DEF([ "Scorpio" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the eighth sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a fixed water classification",1). c_DEF([ "Scorpio" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a person born during a period when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Scorpio" ,1, 1, 2],"another name for ,Scorpius",1). c_DEF([ "Scorpio" ,1, 2, 1],"born under or characteristic of Scorpio|Also (for senses 1b|, 3): Scorpionic",1). c_DEF([ "Scorpion",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Scorpio, the eighth sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scorpius" ,1, 2, 1],"a large zodiacal constellation lying between Libra and Sagittarius and crossed",1). c_DEF([ "Scorpius" ,1, 2, 1],"by the Milky Way|It contains the first magnitude star Antares",2). c_DEF([ "Scot",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scot",1,1,2 ], "a member of a tribe of Celtic raiders from northern Ireland who carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scot",1,1,2 ], "eventually settling in N Britain during the 5th and 6th centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scot",1,1,2 ], "periodic attacks against the British mainland coast from the 3rd century a|d|," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch broth",1,1,1 ], "a thick soup made from beef stock, vegetables, and pearl barley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch egg",1,1,1 ], "a hard-boiled egg enclosed in a layer of sausage meat, covered in egg and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch egg",1,1,1 ], "crumbs, and fried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch mist",1,1,1 ], "a heavy wet mist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch mist",1,1,2 ], "drizzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch pancake",1,1,1 ], "another name for drop scone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch snap",1,1,1 ], "a rhythmical pattern consisting of a short note followed by a long one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch tape",1,1,1 ], "a transparent or coloured adhesive tape made of cellulose or a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch tape",1,1,1 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch terrier",1,1,1 ], "another name for Scottish terrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch woodcock",1,1,1 ], "hot toast spread with anchovies or anchovy paste and topped with creamy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch woodcock",1,1,1 ], "scrambled eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch",1,1,1 ], "another word for Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch",1,2,1 ], "the Scots or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch",2,1,1 ], "whisky distilled from fermented malted barley and made in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotch",2,1,2 ], "a type of relatively mild beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotchman",1,1,1 ], "(regarded as bad usage by the Scots) another word for Scotsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotism",1,1,1 ], "are independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scotism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrines of Duns Scotus, esp| those holding that philosophy and theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland Yard",1,1,1 ], "directly by the British Home Office and hence having certain national responsibilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland Yard",1,1,1 ], "the headquarters of the police force of metropolitan London, controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland",1,1,1 ], "Britain: the English and Scottish thrones were united under one monarch in 1603 and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland",1,1,1 ], "a country that is part of the United Kingdom, occupying the north of Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 78,768 sq| km (30,412 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland",1,1,1 ], "hilly uplands in the south; has a deeply indented coastline, about 800 offshore" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland",1,1,1 ], "islands (mostly in the west), and many lochs| Capital: Edinburgh| Pop|: 5,205,100 (1976" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Scotland",1,1,1 ], "parliaments in 1707| It consists of the Highlands in the north, the central Lowlands, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scots pine",1,1,1 ], "a coniferous tree, Pinus sylvestris, of Europe and W and N Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scots pine",1,1,1 ], "blue-green needle-like leaves and brown cones with a small prickle on each scale: a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scots pine",1,1,1 ], "valuable timber tree" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scots pine",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scots",1,1,1 ], "dialect, or their Gaelic language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scots",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Scotland, its people, their English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scots",1,2,1 ], "any of the English dialects spoken or written in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scotsman",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,1 ], "(1863) and St Pancras Station (1865)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,1 ], "Sir George Gilbert| 1811-78, English architect, prominent in the Gothic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,1 ], "revival| He restored many churches and cathedrals and designed the Albert Memorial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,2 ], "He commanded two Antarctic expeditions (1901-04; 1910-12) and reached the South" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,2 ], "Pole on Jan| 18, 1912, shortly after Amundsen; he and the rest of his party died on" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,2 ], "Robert Falcon| 1868-1912, English naval officer and explorer of the Antarctic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,2 ], "the return journey" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,3 ], "Ivanhoe (1819), Kenilworth (1821), Quentin Durward (1823), and Redgauntlet (1824)| His" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,3 ], "Sir Walter| 1771-1832, Scottish romantic novelist and poet| He is remembered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,3 ], "chiefly for his tales inspired by Scottish history and folklore, esp| the Waverley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,3 ], "narrative poems include The Lay of the Last Minstrel (1805), Marmion (1808), and The Lady" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,3 ], "novels, including Waverley (1814), Rob Roy (1817), The Heart of Midlothian (1818)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scott",1,1,3 ], "of the Lake (1810)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Scotticism",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish idiom, word, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scottie",1,1,1 ], "a Scotsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish Certificate of Education",1,1,1 ], "England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish Certificate of Education",1,1,1 ], "the Scottish examination equivalent to the General Certificate of Education in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish Gaelic",1,1,1 ], "and Western Isles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish Gaelic",1,1,1 ], "the Goidelic language of the Celts of Scotland, still spoken in the Highlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish terrier",1,1,1 ], "a small long-haired breed of terrier, usually with a black coat, having erect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish terrier",1,1,1 ], "ears and tail| Often shortened to Scottie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish",1,1,1 ], "language, or their English dialect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Scotland, its people, their Gaelic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scottish",1,2,1 ], "the| the Scots collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scot|",1,1,1 ], "Scotch (whisky)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scot|",1,1,2 ], "Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scot|",1,1,3 ], "Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scouse",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in or comes from Liverpool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scouse",1,1,2 ], "the dialect spoken by such a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scouse",1,2,1 ], "of or from Liverpool; Liverpudlian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scout",1,1,1 ], "a boy or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scout",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a girl who is a member of a worldwide movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scout",1,1,3 ], "(the Scout Association) founded as the Boy Scouts in England in 1908 by Lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scout",1,1,3 ], "Baden-Powell with the aim of developing character and responsibility| British female" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scout",1,1,3 ], "counterpart: Guide" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Scouting",1,1,1,1 ], "the activities, programmes, principles, etc|, of the Scout Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scouting",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scrabble",1,1,1 ], "a game in which words are formed in a pattern similar to a crossword puzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scranton",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scranton",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE Pennsylvania: university (1888)| Pop|: 103,564" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 1, 1],"1872-1915, Russian composer, whose works came increasingly to express his",1). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 1, 1],"theosophic beliefs|He wrote many piano works his orchestral compositions include",2). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 2, 1],"to write or draw in a hasty or illegible manner",1). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 2, 2],"to make meaningless or illegible marks (on)",1). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 2, 3],"to write poetry, novels, etc",1). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 3, 1],"hasty careless writing or drawing",1). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 3, 2],"writing, esp| literary matter, of poor quality",1). c_DEF([ "Scriabin" ,1, 3, 3],"meaningless or illegible marks",1). c_DEF([ "Scribe",1,1,1 ], "1791-1861, French author or coauthor of over 350 vaudevilles, comedies, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scribe",1,1,1 ], "libretti for light opera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scripture",1,1,1 ], "the Old and New Testaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scripture",1,1,2 ], "any book or body of writings, esp| when regarded as sacred by a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scripture",1,1,2 ], "religious group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Script|",1,1,1 ], "scriptural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Script|",1,1,2 ], "Scripture(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scrooge",1,1,1 ], "a mean or miserly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scullin",1,1,1 ], "1876-1953, Australian statesman; prime minister of Australia (1929-31)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sculptor" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Phoenix and Cetus",1). c_DEF([ "Scunthorpe",1,1,1 ], "a town in E England, in Humberside: developed rapidly after the discovery of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scunthorpe",1,1,1 ], "local iron ore (1871); iron and steel centre| Pop|: 70,880 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scutari",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Uskudar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scutari",1,1,2 ], "(sku!ta$:ri)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scutari",1,1,3 ], "the Italian name for Shkoder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scutum" ,1, 2, 1],"Aquila and crossed by the Milky Way",2). c_DEF([ "Scutum" ,1, 2, 1],"a small faint constellation in the S hemisphere lying between Sagittarius and",1). c_DEF([ "Scylla",1,1,1 ], "a sea nymph transformed into a sea monster believed to drown sailors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scylla",1,1,1 ], "navigating the Straits of Messina| She was identified with a rock off the Italian coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scylla",1,1,2 ], "between Scylla and Charybdis| in a predicament in which avoidance of either of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scylla",1,1,2 ], "two dangers means exposure to the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scyros",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Skyros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scythia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient region of SE Europe and Asia, north of the Black Sea: now part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scythia",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scythian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Scythia, its inhabitants, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scythian",1,2,1 ], "a member of an ancient nomadic people of Scythia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Scythian",1,2,2 ], "the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Scythian",1,2,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, belonging to the East Iranian branch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sc|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Se",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for selenium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sea Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of islands in the Atlantic off the coasts of South Carolina, Georgia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sea Islands",1,1,1 ], "and Florida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sea Lord",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) either of the two serving naval officers (First and Second Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sea Lord",1,1,1 ], "Lords) who sit on the admiralty board of the Ministry of Defence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sea Scout",1,1,1 ], "a Scout belonging to any of a number of Scout troops whose main activities are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sea Scout",1,1,1 ], "canoeing, sailing, etc|, and who wear sailors' caps as part of their uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seabee",1,1,1 ], "a member of the U|S| Navy's Construction Battalions established to build" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seabee",1,1,1 ], "airstrips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seaborg",1,1,1 ], "(1944), and shared a Nobel prize for chemistry 1951" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seaborg",1,1,1 ], "born 1912, U|S| chemist and nuclear physicist| With E| M| McMillan, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seaborg",1,1,1 ], "discovered several transuranic elements, including plutonium (1940), curium, and americium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sealyham terrier",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to Sealyham| 6n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sealyham terrier",1,1,1 ], "a small wire-haired breed of terrier with a medium-length coat, usually white|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seami",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Zeami" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seanad ann",1,1,1 ], "(in the Republic of Ireland) the upper chamber of parliament the Senate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seaton Valley",1,1,1 ], "a region in NE England, in SE Northumberland: consists of a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seaton Valley",1,1,1 ], "coal-mining villages| Pop|: 32,011 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seattle",1,1,1 ], "Sound: the largest city in the state and chief commercial centre of the Northwest; two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seattle",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Washington, on the isthmus between Lake Washington and Puget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seattle",1,1,1 ], "universities| Pop|: 503,073 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sebastian",1,1,1 ], "died 288 a|d|, Christian martyr| According to tradition, he was first shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sebastian",1,1,1 ], "with arrows and then beaten to death| Feast day: Jan| 20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sebastopol",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Sevastopol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second Advent",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Second Coming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second Coming",1,1,1 ], "the prophesied return of Christ to earth at the Last Judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second Empire",1,1,1,1 ], "the imperial government of France under Napoleon III" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second Empire",1,1,1,2 ], "the period during which this government functioned (1852-70)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second Empire",1,1,2 ], "Empire style, but with fussier ornamentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Second Empire",1,1,2 ], "the style of furniture and decoration of the Second Empire, reviving the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second International",1,1,1 ], "began in Paris in 1889 and collapsed during World War I| The right-wing elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Second International",1,1,1 ], "reassembled at Berne in 1919" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Second International",1,1,1 ], "the| an international association of socialist parties and trade unions that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second International",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Labour and Socialist International" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second Republic",1,1,1 ], "(1848) until the Second Empire (1852)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Second Republic",1,1,1 ], "the republican government of France from the deposition of Louis Philippe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second Republic",1,1,2 ], "the period during which this form of government existed (1848-52)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Second World War",1,1,1 ], "another name for World War II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Secret Service",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| government agency responsible for the protection of the president, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Secret Service",1,1,1 ], "suppression of counterfeiting, and certain other police activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Secunderabad",1,1,1 ], "British military stations in India: now part of Hyderabad city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Secunderabad",1,1,1 ], "a former town in S central India, in N Andra Pradesh: one of the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Securities and Exchange Commission",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| federal agency established in 1934 to supervise and regulate issues of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Securities and Exchange Commission",1,1,1 ], "and transactions in securities and to prosecute illegal stock manipulations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Security Council",1,1,1 ], "a permanent organ of the United Nations established to maintain world peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sedan",1,1,1 ], "France| Pop|: 25,430 (1975)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sedan",1,1,1 ], "Franco-Prussian War and of a battle (1940) in World War II, which began the German invasion of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sedan",1,1,1 ], "Protestant stronghold (16th-17th centuries); scene of a French defeat (1870) during the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sedan",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE France, on the River Meuse: passed to France in 1642; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seddon",1,1,1 ], "known as King Dick| 1845-1906, New Zealand statesman, born in England; prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seddon",1,1,1 ], "minister of New Zealand (1893-1906)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seder",1,1,1 ], "Jewish homes on the first night or first two nights of Passover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seder",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial meal with prescribed ritual reading of the Haggadah observed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sedgemoor",1,1,1 ], "Duke of Monmouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sedgemoor",1,1,1 ], "a plain in SW England, in central Somerset: scene of the defeat (1685) of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seebeck effect",1,1,1 ], "different temperatures" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seebeck effect",1,1,1 ], "more different metals when the junctions between the metals are maintained at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seebeck effect",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon in which a current is produced in a circuit containing two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seebeck",1,1,1 ], "El Salvador and named after Nicholas Frederick Seebeck, who provided them free to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seebeck",1,1,1 ], "any of a set of stamps issued (1890-99) in Nicaragua, Honduras, Ecuador, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seebeck",1,1,1 ], "the respective governments" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seebeck",1,1,2 ], "any of the reprints issued later for personal gain by Seebeck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seeger",1,1,1 ], "Hammer (1962), and Little Boxes (1962)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seeger",1,1,1 ], "born 1919| U|S| folk singer and songwriter, noted for his protest songs, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seeger",1,1,1 ], "include We shall overcome (1960), Where have all the Flowers gone(1961), If I had a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seeland",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Sjalland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seferis",1,1,1 ], "for literature 1963" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seferis",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Georgios Seferiades| 1900-71, Greek poet and diplomat: Nobel prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Segovia",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Spain: site of a Roman aqueduct, still in use, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Segovia",1,1,1 ], "fortified palace of the kings of Castile (the Alc'azar)| Pop|: 41,880 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Segovia",2,1,1 ], "born 1893, Spanish classical guitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seidlitz powder",1,1,1 ], "a laxative consisting of two powders, tartaric acid and a mixture of sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seidlitz powder",1,1,1 ], "bicarbonate and Rochelle salt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seine",1,1,1 ], "(482 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seine",1,1,1 ], "a river in N France, rising on the Plateau de Langres and flowing northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seine",1,1,1 ], "canal with the Rivers Somme, Scheldt, Meuse, Rhine, Saone, and Loire| Length: 776 km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seine",1,1,1 ], "through Paris to the English Channel: the second longest river in France, linked by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seine-Maritime",1,1,1 ], "1,187,919 (1975)| Area: 6342 sq| km (2473 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seine-Maritime",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Haute-Normandie region| Capital: Rouen| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seine-Saint-Denis",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,326,240 (1975)| Area: 236 sq| km (92 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seine-Saint-Denis",1,1,1 ], "a department of N central France, in Ile-de-France region| Capital: Bobigny|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seine-et-Marne",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 770,854 (1975)| Area: 5931 sq| km (2313 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seine-et-Marne",1,1,1 ], "a department of N central France, in Ile-de-France region| Capital: Melun|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sejm",1,1,1 ], "the unicameral legislature of Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sekondi",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Ghana, 8 km (5 miles) northeast of Takoradi: linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sekondi",1,1,1 ], "administratively with Takoradi in 1946| Pop| (with Takoradi): 91,874 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Selangor",1,1,1 ], "a state of West Malaysia, on the Strait of Malacca: established as a British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Selangor",1,1,1 ], "protectorate in 1874; tin producer| Capital: Shah Alam| Pop|: 1,625,625 (1970)| Area: 8203" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Selangor",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (3167 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Selden",1,1,1 ], "1584-1654, English antiquary and politician| As a member of Parliament, he was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Selden",1,1,1 ], "twice imprisoned for opposing the king" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Selene",1,1,1 ], "the Greek goddess of the moon| Roman counterpart: Luna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,1 ], "Nicator in 312 b|c|; became the chief city of the Seleucid empire; sacked by the Romans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in Mesopotamia, on the River Tigris: founded by Seleucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,1 ], "around 162 a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,2 ], "(Turkey)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,2 ], "Nehri): captured by the Turks in the 13th century; site of present-day Silifke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,2 ], "an ancient city in SE Asia Minor, on the River Calycadnus (modern Goksu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,3 ], "or Trachea (tr@@!k$I@@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,4 ], "an ancient port in Syria, on the River Orontes: the port of Antioch, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,4 ], "destroyed by earthquake in 526; site of present-day Samandavg (Turkey)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucia",1,1,4 ], "military importance during the wars between the Ptolemies and Seleucids; largely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucid",1,1,1 ], "a member of a royal dynasty (312-64 b|c|) that at the zenith of its power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucid",1,1,1 ], "ruled over an area extending from Thrace to India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or supporting the Seleucids or their dynasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucus I",1,1,1 ], "surname Nicator| 358-280 b|c|, Macedonian general under Alexander the Great," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seleucus I",1,1,1 ], "who founded the Seleucid kingdom| &1635" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seljuk",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the pre-Ottoman Turkish dynasties ruling over large parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seljuk",1,1,1 ], "of Asia in the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seljuk",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to these dynasties or to their subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Selkirk Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Sandford, 3533 m (11,590 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Selkirk Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SW Canada, in SE British Columbia| Highest peak: Mount Sir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Selkirk",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SE Scotland, now part of the Borders region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Selkirk",2,1,1 ], "Defoe's Robinson Crusoe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Selkirk",2,1,1 ], "on one of the islets of Juan Fernandez and is regarded as the prototype of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Selkirk",2,1,1 ], "original name Alexander Selcraig| 1676-1721, Scottish sailor, who was marooned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sellers",1,1,1 ], "Battles (1973), and The Pink Panther strikes again (1977)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sellers",1,1,1 ], "Millionairess (1961), The Pink Panther (1963), Dr Strangelove (1964), Soft Beds and Hard" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sellers",1,1,1 ], "Secombe; BBC Radio, 1952-60)| His films include The Lady Killers (1955), The" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sellers",1,1,1 ], "born 1925, English radio, stage, and film actor and comedian: noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sellers",1,1,1 ], "gift of precise vocal mimicry, esp| in The Goon Show (with Spike Milligan and Harry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sellotape",1,1,1 ], "a type of adhesive tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sellotape",1,2,1 ], "to seal or stick using adhesive tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seltzer",1,1,1 ], "a natural effervescent water with a high content of minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seltzer",1,1,2 ], "a similar synthetic water, used as a beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semarang",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Indonesia, in N Java on the Java Sea| Pop|: 646,590 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semele",1,1,1 ], "mother of Dionysus by Zeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semeru",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in Indonesia: the highest peak in Java| Height: 3676 m (12,060 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semi-Bantu",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages of W Africa, mainly SE Nigeria and Cameroon, that were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semi-Bantu",1,1,1 ], "characteristics| They are now classed with Bantu in the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Semi-Bantu",1,1,1 ], "family" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Semi-Bantu",1,1,1 ], "not traditionally classed as Bantu but that show certain essential Bantu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Semi-Bantu",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seminole",1,1,1 ], "Florida in the 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seminole",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people consisting of Creeks who moved into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seminole",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Muskhogean family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semipalatinsk",1,1,1 ], "271,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Semipalatinsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the NE Kazakh SSR on the Irtysh River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semiramis",1,1,1 ], "ruled with great skill after his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Semiramis",1,1,1 ], "the legendary founder of Babylon and wife of Ninus, king of Assyria, which she" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semite",1,1,1 ], "Phoenicians" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Semite",1,1,1 ], "a member of the group of Caucasoid peoples who speak a Semitic language," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semite",1,1,1 ], "including the Jews and Arabs as well as the ancient Babylonians, Assyrians, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Semite",1,1,2 ], "another word for a Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semitic",1,1,1 ], "Arabic, Hebrew, Aramaic, Amharic, and such ancient languages as Akkadian and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Semitic",1,1,1 ], "Phoenician" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Semitic",1,1,1 ], "a branch or subfamily of the Afro-Asiatic family of languages that includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semitic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semitic",1,2,2 ], "Semitic language, esp| the Jews or the Arabs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Semitic",1,2,2 ], "denoting, belonging to, or characteristic of any of the peoples speaking a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semitic",1,2,3 ], "another word for Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semitics",1,1,1 ], "the study of Semitic languages and culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semito-Hamitic",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the Afro-Asiatic family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Semito-Hamitic",1,2,1 ], "denoting or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sempach",1,1,1 ], "a village in central Switzerland, in Lucerne canton on Lake Sempach: scene of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sempach",1,1,1 ], "the victory (1386) of the Swiss over the Hapsburgs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sem|",1,1,1 ], "Seminary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sem|",1,1,2 ], "Semitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senate",1,1,1 ], "other countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Senate",1,1,1 ], "the upper chamber of the legislatures of the U|S|, Canada, Australia, and many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senate",1,1,2 ], "republican Rome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Senate",1,1,2 ], "the Senate became the highest legislative, judicial, and religious authority in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Senate",1,1,2 ], "the legislative council of ancient Rome| Originally the council of the kings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senate",1,1,3 ], "the ruling body of certain free cities in medieval and modern Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sendai",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on NE Honshu: university (1907)| Pop|: 575,603 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sendai",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",1,1,1 ], "Ontario; one of the Iroquois peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living south of Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",2,1,1 ], "Lucius Annaeus , called the Younger| 4 b|c|-65 a|d|, Roman philosopher," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",2,1,1 ], "Nero and committed suicide| His works include Stoical essays on ethical subjects and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",2,1,1 ], "statesman, and dramatist; tutor and adviser to Nero| He was implicated in a plot to murder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",2,1,1 ], "tragedies that had a considerable influence on Elizabethan drama" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",2,1,2 ], "b|c|-39 a|d|, Roman writer on oratory and history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seneca",2,1,2 ], "his father, Marcus or Lucius Annaeus, called the Elder or the Rhetorician| 55" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senegal",1,1,1 ], "1895; became fully independent in 1960; mostly low-lying, with semidesert in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Senegal",1,1,1 ], "Area: 197,160 sq| km (76,124 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Senegal",1,1,1 ], "Muslim majority| Currency: franc| Capital: Dakar| Pop|: 4,315,000 (1974 UN est|)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Senegal",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Atlantic: made part of French West Africa in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senegal",1,1,1 ], "north and tropical forest in the southwest| Official language: French| Religion:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Senegambia",1,1,1 ], "Senegal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Senegambia",1,1,1 ], "a region of W Africa, between the Senegal and Gambia Rivers: now mostly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senghor",1,1,1 ], "born 1906, Senegalese statesman and writer president of Senegal since 1960" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senior",1,1,1 ], "being the older: used to distinguish the father from the son with the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senior",1,1,1 ], "first name or names" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Senlac",1,1,1 ], "a hill in Sussex: site of the Battle of Hastings in 1066" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sennacherib",1,1,1 ], "died 681 b|c|, king of Assyria (705-681); son of Sargon II| He invaded Judah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sennacherib",1,1,1 ], "twice, defeated Babylon, and rebuilt Nineveh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sennar",1,1,1 ], "a region of the E Sudan, between the White Nile and the Blue Nile: a kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sennar",1,1,1 ], "from the 16th to 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sennar",1,1,2 ], "a town in this region, on the Blue Nile: the nearby Sennar Dam (1925) supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sennar",1,1,2 ], "irrigation water to Gezira| Pop|: 10,000 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Senussi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a zealous and aggressive Muslim sect of North Africa and Arabia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Senussi",1,1,1 ], "founded in 1837 a|d| by Sidi Mohammed ibn Ali al Senussi (??1787-1859)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sen|",1,1,1 ], "senate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sen|",1,1,2 ], "senator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sen|",1,1,3 ], "senior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seoul",1,1,1 ], "6,879,149 (1975)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seoul",1,1,1 ], "capital of South Korea in 1948; cultural centre, with four universities| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seoul",1,1,1 ], "from 1392 to 1910, then seat of the Japanese administration until 1945; became" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seoul",1,1,1 ], "the capital of South Korea, in the west on the Han River: capital of Korea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seoul",1,1,2 ], "Japanese name: Keijo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Separatist",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a Quebecois, who advocates the secession of Quebec from Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sephardi",1,1,1 ], "a Jew of Spanish, Portuguese, or North African descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sephardi",1,1,2 ], "in Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sephardi",1,1,2 ], "the pronunciation of Hebrew used by these Jews, and of Modern Hebrew as spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sephardi",1,1,3 ], "of or pertaining to the Sephardim, esp| to their liturgy and ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sepoy Rebellion",1,1,1 ], "the Indian Mutiny of 1857-58" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "September Massacre",1,1,1 ], "(during the French Revolution) the massacre of royalist prisoners and others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "September Massacre",1,1,1 ], "in Paris between Sept| 2 and 6, 1792" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "September",1,1,1 ], "the ninth month of the year, consisting of 30 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Septembrist",1,1,1 ], "a person who took part in the September Massacre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Septuagesima",1,1,1 ], "the third Sunday before Lent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Septuagint",1,1,1 ], "believed to have been translated by 70 or 72 scholars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Septuagint",1,1,1 ], "the principal Greek version of the Old Testament, including the Apocrypha," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sept|",1,1,1 ], "September" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sept|",1,1,2 ], "Septuagint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sep|",1,1,1 ], "September" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sep|",1,1,2 ], "Septuagint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sequoia National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in central California, in the Sierra Nevada Mountains:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sequoia National Park",1,1,1 ], "established in 1890 to protect groves of giant sequoias, some of which are about 4000 years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sequoia National Park",1,1,1 ], "old| Area: 1556 sq| km (601 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Serajevo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sarajevo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seram",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ceram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serang",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ceram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serapis",1,1,1 ], "a Graeco-Egyptian god combining attributes of Apis and Osiris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serb",1,2,1 ], "another word for Serbian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serbia",1,1,1 ], "(49,528 sq| miles)| Former name: Servia|Serbian name: Srbija" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Serbia",1,1,1 ], "Vojvodina and Kosovo-Metohija; precipitated World War I by the conflict with Austria;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Serbia",1,1,1 ], "Yugoslavia) in 1918| Capital: Belgrade| Pop|: 8,446,591 (1971)| Area: 128,278 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Serbia",1,1,1 ], "a constituent republic of SE Yugoslavia: includes the autonomous regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serbia",1,1,1 ], "became part of the Kingdom of the Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes (later called" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Serbian",1,1,1 ], "Serbo-Croatian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Serbian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Serbia, its people, or their dialect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serbian",1,2,1 ], "the dialect of Serbo-Croatian spoken in Serbia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serbian",1,2,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Serbia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serbian",1,2,1,2 ], "(esp| in other parts of Yugoslavia) a speaker of the Serbian dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serbo-Croatian",1,1,1 ], "Cyrillic alphabet, the Croatian in Roman" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Serbo-Croatian",1,1,1 ], "branch of the Indo-European family| The Serbian dialect is usually written in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Serbo-Croatian",1,1,1 ], "the chief official language of Yugoslavia, belonging to the South Slavonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serbo-Croatian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serb|",1,1,1 ], "Serbia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sercq",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Sark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seremban",1,1,1 ], "a town in West Malaysia, capital of Negri Sembilan state| Pop|: 80,921 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sergipe",1,1,1 ], "Dutch conquest (17th century)| Capital: Aracaju| Pop|: 900,744 (1970)| Area: 13,672" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sergipe",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Brazil: the smallest Brazilian state; a centre of resistance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sergipe",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (8492 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seringapatam",1,1,1 ], "British| Pop|: 14,100 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seringapatam",1,1,1 ], "River: capital of Mysore from 1610 to 1799, when it was besieged and captured by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seringapatam",1,1,1 ], "a small town in S India, in Karnataka on Seringapatam Island in the Cauvery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sermon on the Mount",1,1,1 ], "the first major discourse delivered by Christ (Matthew 5-7)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Serpens" ,1, 2, 1],"Serpens Cauda (the tail) between Ophiuchus and Aquila",3). c_DEF([ "Serpens" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint extensive constellation situated in the N and S equatorial regions and",1). c_DEF([ "Serpens" ,1, 2, 1],"divided into two parts, Serpens Caput (the head) lying between Ophiuchus and Bootes and",2). c_DEF([ "Sertorius",1,1,1 ], "123-72 b|c|, Roman soldier who fought with Marius in Gaul (102) and led an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sertorius",1,1,1 ], "insurrection in Spain against Sulla until he was assassinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Servetus",1,1,1 ], "Spanish name Miguel Serveto| 1511-53, Spanish theologian and physician| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Servetus",1,1,1 ], "burnt at the stake by order of Calvin for denying the doctrine of the Trinity and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Servetus",1,1,1 ], "divinity of Christ" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Servia",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Serbia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sesotho",1,1,1 ], "the dialect of Sotho spoken by the Basotho: an official language of Lesotho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sesotho",1,1,2 ], "Former name: Basuto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sessions",1,1,1 ], "born 1896, U|S| composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sestos",1,1,1 ], "a ruined town in NW Turkey, at the narrowest point of the Dardanelles: N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sestos",1,1,1 ], "armies of invasion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sestos",1,1,1 ], "terminus of the bridge of boats built by Xerxes in 481 b|c| for the crossing of his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Setbal",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Portugal, on Setubal Bay south of Lisbon: an earthquake in 1755" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Setbal",1,1,1 ], "destroyed most of the old town| Pop|: 64,531 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seth",1,1,1 ], "Adam's third son, given by God in place of the murdered Abel (Genesis 4:25)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seto Naikai",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Japanese name for the Inland Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seton",1,1,1 ], "1860-1946, U|S| author and illustrator of animal books, born in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seurat" ,1, 1, 1],"1859-91, French neoimpressionist painter|He developed the pointillist",1). c_DEF([ "Seurat" ,1, 1, 1],"technique of painting, characterized by brilliant luminosity, as in",2). c_DEF([ "Seurat" ,1, 1, 2],"a la Grande-Jatte",1). c_DEF([ "Sevan",1,1,1 ], "(6279 ft|)| Area: 1417 sq| km (547 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sevan",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the SW Soviet Union, in the N Armenian SSR at an altitude of 1914 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sevastopol",1,1,1 ], "11 months (1854-55) during the Crimean War; taken by the Germans after a siege of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sevastopol",1,1,1 ], "8 months (1942) during World War II; a major naval base| Pop|: 267,000 (1975" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sevastopol",1,1,1 ], "Sea: captured and destroyed by British, French, and Turkish forces after a siege of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sevastopol",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Ukrainian SSR on the Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sevastopol",1,1,1 ], "est|)| English name: Sebastopol" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Hills of Rome",1,1,1 ], "Capitoline, Quirinal, Caelian, Aventine, Esquiline, and Viminal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Hills of Rome",1,1,1 ], "the hills on which the ancient city of Rome was built: the Palatine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Wonders of the World",1,1,1 ], "Pyramids of Egypt, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Phidias' statue of Zeus at Olympia," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Wonders of the World",1,1,1 ], "Rhodes, and the Pharos (or lighthouse) of Alexandria" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Wonders of the World",1,1,1 ], "most wondrous of the ancient world| The list varies, but generally consists of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Wonders of the World",1,1,1 ], "the seven structures considered by ancient and medieval scholars to be the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Wonders of the World",1,1,1 ], "the temple of Artemis at Ephesus, the mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Colossus of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Years' War",1,1,1 ], "Britain and France and from the conflict in Germany between Prussia and Austria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Years' War",1,1,1 ], "against France and Austria, resulting from commercial and colonial rivalry between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seven Years' War",1,1,1 ], "the war (1756-63) of Britain and Prussia, who emerged in the ascendant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seven against Thebes",1,1,1 ], "Hippomedon, Tydeus, and Parthenopaeus| The campaign failed and the warring brothers killed" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seven against Thebes",1,1,1 ], "The seven are usually listed as Polynices, Adrastus, Amphiaraus, Capaneus," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seven against Thebes",1,1,1 ], "each other in single combat before the Theban walls" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Seven against Thebes",1,1,1 ], "of Oedipus, his share in the throne of Thebes from his usurping brother Eteocles|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seven against Thebes",1,1,1 ], "the seven members of an expedition undertaken to regain for Polynices, a son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seventh-Day Adventist",1,1,1 ], "Saturday instead of Sunday as their Sabbath" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seventh-Day Adventist",1,1,1 ], "They are strongly Protestant, believe that Christ's coming is imminent, and observe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seventh-Day Adventist",1,1,1 ], "a member of that branch of the Adventists which constituted itself as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seventh-Day Adventist",1,1,1 ], "separate body after the expected Second Coming of Christ failed to be realized in 1844|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Severn",1,1,1 ], "Britain| Length: about 290 km (180 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Severn",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Wales and W England, rising in Powys and flowing northeast and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Severn",1,1,1 ], "east into England, then south to the Bristol Channel: the longest river in Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Severn",1,1,2 ], "Length: about 676 km (420 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Severn",1,1,2 ], "a river in SE central Canada, in Ontario, flowing northeast to Hudson Bay|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Severnaya Zemlya",1,1,1 ], "Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Severnaya Zemlya",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago in the Arctic Ocean off the coast of the N central Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Severus",1,1,1 ], "146-211 a|d|, Roman soldier and emperor (193-211)| He waged war successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Severus",1,1,1 ], "against the Parthians (197-202) and spent his last years in Britain (208-11)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seville orange",1,1,1 ], "an orange tree, Citrus aurantium, of tropical and semitropical regions: grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seville orange",1,1,1 ], "for its bitter fruit, which is used to make marmalade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seville orange",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seville",1,1,1 ], "Sevilla (se!$Bi$ya)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seville",1,1,1 ], "Vandals and Visigoths (5th-8th centuries); centre of Spanish colonial trade (16th-17th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seville",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Spain, on the Guadalquivir River: chief town of S Spain under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seville",1,1,1 ], "centuries); tourist centre| Pop|: 548,072 (1970)| Ancient name: Hispalis|Spanish name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seward Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula of W Alaska, on the Bering Strait| Length: about 290 km (180" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seward Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seward",1,1,1 ], "1801-72, U|S| statesman; secretary of state (1861-69)| He was a leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seward",1,1,1 ], "opponent of slavery and was responsible for the purchase of Alaska (1867)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sewell",1,1,1 ], "1807-79, New Zealand statesman, born in England: first prime minister of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sewell",1,1,1 ], "Zealand (1856)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sexagesima",1,1,1 ], "the second Sunday before Lent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seychelles",1,1,1 ], "(1974 UN est|)| Area: 375 sq| km (145 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Seychelles",1,1,1 ], "Official languages: English and French| Currency: rupee| Capital: Victoria| Pop|: 58,000" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Seychelles",1,1,1 ], "a group of volcanic islands in the W Indian Ocean: taken by the British from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seychelles",1,1,1 ], "incorporating the British Indian Ocean Territory islands of Aldabra, Farquhar and Desroches|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Seychelles",1,1,1 ], "the French in 1744: became an independent republic within the Commonwealth in 1976," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seyfert galaxy",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of small spiral galaxies having a very bright nucleus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seyfert galaxy",1,1,1 ], "inconspicuous arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Seyhan",1,1,1 ], "another name for Adana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Seymour",1,1,1 ], "1509-37, third wife of Henry VIII of England; mother of Edward VI" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sfax",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Tunisia, on the Gulf of Gabes: the second largest town in Tunisia;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sfax",1,1,1 ], "commercial centre of a phosphate region| Pop|: 215,836 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sforza",1,1,1 ], "Count Carlo | 1873-1952, Italian statesman; leader of the anti-Fascist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sforza",1,1,1 ], "opposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sforza",1,1,2 ], "Francesco (fran!t#sesko)| 1401-66, duke of Milan (1450-66)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sforza",1,1,3 ], "condottiere and founder of the dynasty that ruled Milan (1450-1535)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sforza",1,1,3 ], "his father Giacomuzzo or Muzio , original name Attendolo| 1369-1424, Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sforza",1,1,4 ], "Lodovico , called the Moor| 1451-1508, duke of Milan (1494-1500), but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sforza",1,1,4 ], "effective ruler from 1480; patron of Leonardo da Vinci" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sgt| Maj|",1,1,1 ], "Sergeant Major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sgt|",1,1,1 ], "Sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaba",1,1,1 ], "496,964 sq| km (191,878 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1972): Katanga" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shaba",1,1,1 ], "a province of SE Zaire: important for hydroelectric power and rich mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaba",1,1,1 ], "resources (copper and tin ore)| Capital: Lubumbashi| Pop|: 2,753,714 (1970)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shaban",1,1,1 ], "the eighth month of the Muslim year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shabbat",1,1,1 ], "another word for the Sabbath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shabuoth",1,1,1 ], "Moses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shabuoth",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish festival, celebrated on the sixth or sixth and seventh days of Sivan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shabuoth",1,1,1 ], "to commemorate the revelation of the Law and the giving of the Ten Commandments to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shackleton",1,1,1 ], "Sir Ernest Henry| 1874-1922, British explorer| He commanded three expeditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shackleton",1,1,1 ], "to the Antarctic (1907-09; 1914-17; 1921-22), during which the south magnetic pole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shackleton",1,1,1 ], "was located (1909)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shadrach",1,1,1 ], "3:12-30)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shadrach",1,1,1 ], "one of Daniel's three companions, who, together with Meshach and Abednego," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shadrach",1,1,1 ], "was miraculously saved from destruction in Nebuchadnezzar's fiery furnace (Daniel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shadwell",1,1,1 ], "1642-92, English dramatist; poet laureate (1688-92)| He was satirized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shadwell",1,1,1 ], "Dryden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shaftesbury",1,1,1 ], "1st Earl of, title of Anthony Ashley Cooper| 1621-83, English statesman, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaftesbury",1,1,1 ], "major figure in the Whig opposition to Charles II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shaftesbury",1,1,2 ], "(1842), factories (1833; 1847; 1850), and schools" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shaftesbury",1,1,2 ], "7th Earl of, title ofAnthony Ashley Cooper|1801-85, English evangelical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaftesbury",1,1,2 ], "churchman and social reformer| He promoted measures to improve conditions in mines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shah Jahan",1,1,1 ], "1592-1666, Mogul emperor (1628-58)| During his reign the finest monuments of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shah Jahan",1,1,1 ], "Mogul architecture in India were built, including the Taj Mahal and the Pearl Mosque" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shah Jahan",1,1,1 ], "at Agra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shahjahanpur",1,1,1 ], "Shah Jahan| Pop|: 135,604 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shahjahanpur",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, in central Uttar Pradesh: founded in 1647 in the reign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaitan",1,1,1 ], "(in Muslim countries)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaitan",1,1,1,1 ], "Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaitan",1,1,1,2 ], "any evil spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaitan",1,1,1,3 ], "a vicious person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaka",1,1,1 ], "Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shaka",1,1,1 ], "died 1828, Zulu military leader, who founded the Zulu Empire in southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakers",1,1,1 ], "an American millenarian sect, founded in 1747 as an offshoot of the Quakers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakers",1,1,1 ], "given to ecstatic shaking, advocating celibacy for its members, and practising common" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shakers",1,1,1 ], "ownership of property" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "(1595);A Midsummer Night's Dream (1595);King John (1596);The Merchant of Venice" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "(1596);Henry IV, Parts I-II (1597);Much Ado about Nothing (1598);Henry V (1598);Julius" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "(1602);Measure for Measure (1604);Othello (1604);King Lear (1605);Macbeth (1605);Antony and" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "(1609);The Winter's Tale (1610); and The Tempest (1611)| His Sonnets, variously addressed" ,12 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "1564-1616, English dramatist and poet| He was born and died at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "Caesar (1599);As You Like It (1599);Twelfth Night (1599);Hamlet (1600);The Merry Wives" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "Cleopatra (1606);Coriolanus (1607);Timon of Athens (1607);Pericles (1608);Cymbeline" ,11 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "Comedy of Errors (1592);Titus Andronicus (1593);The Taming of the Shrew (1593);The Two" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "Gentlemen of Verona (1594);Love's Labours Lost (1594);Romeo and Juliet (1594);Richard II" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "Stratford-upon-Avon but spent most of his life as an actor and playwright in London| His plays with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "approximate dates of composition are Henry VI, Parts I-III (1590);Richard III (1592);The" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "of Windsor (1600);Troilus and Cressida (1601);All's Well that ends Well" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespeare",1,1,1 ], "to a fair young man and a dark lady, were published in 1609" ,13 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespearean sonnet",1,1,1 ], "a sonnet form developed in 16th-century England and employed by Shakespeare," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespearean sonnet",1,1,1 ], "having the rhyme scheme a b a b c d c d e f e f g g" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespearean",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Shakespeare or his works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakespearean",1,2,1 ], "a student of or specialist in Shakespeare's works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakhty",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, in Rostov Region: the chief town of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakhty",1,1,1 ], "the E Donets Basin| Pop|: 219,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shakta",1,1,1 ], "a devotee of Sakti, the wife of Siva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shakti",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sakti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shamo",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Chinese name for the Gobi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shan State",1,1,1 ], "Area: 149,743 sq| km (57,816 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Shan State",1,1,1 ], "Federation of Shan States with the Wa States; consists of the Shan plateau, crossed by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shan State",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of E Burma: formed in 1947 from the joining of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shan State",1,1,1 ], "forested mountain ranges reaching over 2100 m (7000 ft|)| Pop|: 2,785,000 (1970 est|)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shan",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people living in Burma, Thailand, and SW China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shan",1,1,2 ], "Sino-Tibetan family and closely related to Thai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shan",1,1,2 ], "the language or group of dialects spoken by the Shan, belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shang",1,1,1 ], "the dynasty ruling in China from about the 18th to the 12th centuries b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shang",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the pottery produced during the Shang dynasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shangaan",1,1,1 ], "NE Transvaal, esp| one who works in a gold mine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shangaan",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the Tsonga-speaking Bantu peoples settled in Mozambique and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shanghai",1,1,1 ], "a port in E China, in SE Kiangsu near the estuary of the Yangtze: the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shanghai",1,1,1 ], "city in China and one of the largest ports in the world; a major cultural and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shanghai",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre, with two universities| Pop|: 10,000,000 (1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shango",1,1,1,1 ], "a W African religious cult surviving in some parts of the Caribbean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shango",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shangri-la",1,1,1 ], "a remote or imaginary utopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shankar",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, Indian sitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shankaracharya",1,1,1 ], "9th century a|d|, Hindu philosopher and teacher; chief exponent of Vedanta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shankaracharya",1,1,1 ], "philosophy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shannon",1,1,1 ], "Republic of Ireland| Length: 260 km (161 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shannon",1,1,1 ], "a river in the Republic of Ireland, rising in NW Co| Cavan and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shannon",1,1,1 ], "to the Atlantic by an estuary 113 km (70 miles) long: the longest river in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shansi",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Taiyuan| Pop|: 23,000,000 (1971 est|)| Area: 157,099 sq| km (60,656 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shansi",1,1,1 ], "a province of N China: China's richest coal reserves and much heavy industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shantow",1,1,1 ], "another name for Swatow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shantung",1,1,1 ], "a province of NE China, on the Yellow Sea and the Gulf of Chihli: part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shantung",1,1,1 ], "centre| Capital: Tsinan| Pop|: 68,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 153,300 sq| km (59,189 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Shantung",1,1,1 ], "earliest organized state of China (1520-1030 b|c|); consists chiefly of the fertile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shantung",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Shantung",1,1,1 ], "plain of the lower Yellow River, with mountains over 1500 m (5000 ft|) high in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shari",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Chari (the river)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sharon",1,1,1 ], "a plain in W Israel, between the Mediterranean and the hills of Samaria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sharon",1,1,1 ], "extending from Haifa to Tel Aviv" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shasta daisy",1,1,1 ], "a Pyrenean plant, Chrysanthemum maximum, widely cultivated for its large white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shasta daisy",1,1,1 ], "daisy-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shatt-al-Arab",1,1,1 ], "Gulf| Length: 193 km (120 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shatt-al-Arab",1,1,1 ], "Rivers: flows southeast as part of the border between Iraq and Iran to the Persian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shatt-al-Arab",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Iraq, formed by the confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shavian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like George Bernard Shaw, his works, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shavian",1,2,1 ], "an admirer of Shaw or his works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shavuot",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Shabuoth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,1 ], "Barbara (1905), Pygmalion (1913), Back to Methuselah (1921), and St| Joan (1923): Nobel" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,1 ], "England from 1876| He was an active socialist and became a member of the Fabian Society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,1 ], "George Bernard, often known as GBS|1856-1950, Irish dramatist and critic, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,1 ], "These include Arms and the Man (1894), Candida (1894), Man and Superman (1903), Major" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,1 ], "but his major works are effective as satiric attacks rather than political tracts|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,1 ], "prize for literature 1925" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,2 ], "Henry Wheeler| the original name of (Josh)Billings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,3 ], "Richard Norman| 1831-1912, English architect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shaw",1,1,4 ], "Thomas Edward| the name assumed by (T| E|)Lawrence after 1927" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shawnee",1,1,1 ], "River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shawnee",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living along the Tennessee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shawnee",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Algonquian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shawwal",1,1,1 ], "the tenth month of the Muslim year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shays",1,1,1 ], "1747-1825, American soldier and revolutionary leader of a rebellion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shays",1,1,1 ], "Massachusetts farmers against the U|S| government (1786-87)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shcheglovsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1932) of Kemerovo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shcherbakov",1,1,1 ], "the former name (from the Revolution until 1957) of Rybinsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheba",1,1,1 ], "spices, and precious stones (I Kings 10)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheba",1,1,1 ], "the ancient kingdom of the Sabeans: a rich trading nation dealing in gold," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheba",1,1,2 ], "peninsula: modern Yemen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheba",1,1,2 ], "the region inhabited by this nation, located in the SW corner of the Arabian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheba",2,1,1 ], "Old Testament| a queen of the Sabeans, who visited Solomon (I Kings 10:1-13)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shebat" ,1, 1, 2],"in the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in January and February",2). c_DEF([ "Shebat" ,1, 1, 2],"the fifth month of the civil year and the eleventh of the ecclesiastical year",1). c_DEF([ "Shechem",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name of Nablus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shechina",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Shekina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheene",1,1,1 ], "1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheene",1,1,1 ], "born 1950, English racing motorcyclist: won the 500 cc| world championship in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheerness",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in SE England, in N Kent at the junction of the Medway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheerness",1,1,1 ], "estuary and the Thames: administratively part of Queenborough in Sheppey since 1968" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheffield",1,1,1 ], "(1905)| Pop|: 519,703 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sheffield",1,1,1 ], "Don: important centre of steel manufacture and of the cutlery industry; university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheffield",1,1,1 ], "a city in N England, administrative centre of South Yorkshire, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shekinah",1,1,1 ], "esp| in the temple, is visibly manifested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shekinah",1,1,1 ], "the radiance in which God's immanent presence in the midst of his people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shekinah",1,1,2 ], "the divine presence itself as contrasted with the divine transcendence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,1 ], "Mary Wollstonecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,2 ], "(!w$ulst@~kr$a$:ft)| 1797-1851, English writer; author of Frankenstein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,3 ], "(1818); eloped with Percy Bysshe Shelley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,4 ], "Percy Bysshe (b$I#s)| 1792-1822, English Romantic poet| His major works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,4 ], "Unbound (1820)| He wrote an elegy on the death of Keats, Adonais (1821), and shorter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,4 ], "drowned in the Ligurian Sea while sailing from Leghorn to La Spezia" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,4 ], "include Queen Mab (1813), The Revolt of Islam (1817), and the verse drama Prometheus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shelley",1,1,4 ], "lyrics, including the odes To the West Wind and To a Skylark (both 1820)| He was" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Shelta",1,1,1 ], "Britain, based on systematically altered Gaelic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shelta",1,1,1 ], "a secret language used by some itinerant tinkers in Ireland and parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shem",1,1,1 ], "the eldest of Noah's three sons (Genesis 10:21)| Douay spelling: Sem (s$em)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shema",1,1,1 ], "absolute unity of God, comprising Deuteronomy 64-9 and 1113-21 and Numbers 1537-41" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shema",1,1,1 ], "the declaration of the basic principles of the Jewish faith, proclaiming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shembe",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) an African sect that combines Christianity with aspects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shembe",1,1,1 ], "Bantu religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shemite",1,1,1 ], "another word for Semite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shemitic",1,2,1 ], "another word for Semitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shenandoah National Park",1,1,1 ], "Ridge Mountains| Area: 782 sq| km (302 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shenandoah National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in N Virginia: established in 1935 to protect part of the Blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shensi",1,1,1 ], "(75,598 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shensi",1,1,1 ], "a province of NW China: one of the earliest centres of Chinese civilization;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shensi",1,1,1 ], "largely mountainous| Capital: Sian| Pop|: 26,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 195,800 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shenyang",1,1,1 ], "2,800,000 (1970 est|)| Former name: Mukden" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shenyang",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in NE China in S Manchuria, capital of Liaoning province:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shenyang",1,1,1 ], "capital of the Manchu dynasty from 1644-1912; seized by the Japanese in 1931| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheol",1,1,1 ], "the abode of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheol",1,1,2 ], "hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shepard",1,1,1 ], "Jr| born 1923, U|S| naval officer; first U|S| astronaut in space (1961)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheraton",1,1,1 ], "1751-1806, English furniture maker, author of the influential Cabinet-Maker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheraton",1,1,1 ], "and Upholsterer's Drawing Book (1791)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheraton",2,1,1 ], "by lightness, elegance, and the extensive use of inlay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheraton",2,1,1 ], "denoting furniture made by or in the style of Thomas Sheraton, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sherbrooke",1,1,1 ], "80,711 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sherbrooke",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Canada, in S Quebec: industrial and commercial centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheridan",1,1,1 ], "Philip Henry| 1831-88, American Union cavalry commander in the Civil War| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheridan",1,1,1 ], "forced Lee's surrender to Grant (1865)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sheridan",1,1,2 ], "Critic (1779)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sheridan",1,1,2 ], "Richard Brinsley | 1751-1816, Irish dramatist, politician, and orator, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sheridan",1,1,2 ], "for his comedies of manners The Rivals (1775), School for Scandal (1777), and The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sherman",1,1,1 ], "1820-91, American Union commander during the Civil War| He led the victorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sherman",1,1,1 ], "march through Georgia (1864), becoming commander of the army in 1869" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sherpa",1,1,1 ], "Nepal, noted as mountaineers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sherpa",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Tibetan people living on the southern slopes of the Himalayas in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sherrington",1,1,1 ], "Sir Charles Scott| 1857-1952, English physiologist, noted for his work on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sherrington",1,1,1 ], "reflex action, published in The Integrative Action of the Nervous System (1906):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sherrington",1,1,1 ], "shared the Nobel prize for medicine with Adrian (1932)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sherwood Forest",1,1,1 ], "an ancient forest in central England, in Nottinghamshire: formerly a royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sherwood Forest",1,1,1 ], "hunting ground and much more extensive; famous as the home of Robin Hood| s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sherwood",1,1,1 ], "1896-1955, U|S| dramatist| His plays include The Petrified Forest (1935)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sherwood",1,1,1 ], "Idiot's Delight (1936), and There shall be no Night (1940)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland pony",1,1,1 ], "a very small sturdy breed of pony with a long shaggy mane and tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland sheepdog",1,1,1 ], "a small sheepdog similar in appearance to a collie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland wool",1,1,1 ], "a fine loosely twisted wool yarn obtained from Shetland sheep and used esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland wool",1,1,1 ], "for sweaters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland",1,1,1 ], "1426 sq| km (550 sq| miles)| Official name (until 1974): Zetland" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland",1,1,1 ], "8th century until 1472; noted for the breeding of Shetland ponies, knitwear" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland",1,1,1 ], "Scotland, which constitute an island authority of Scotland: a Norse dependency from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland",1,1,1 ], "a group of about 100 islands (fewer than 20 inhabited), off the N coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shetland",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing, and fishing| Administrative centre: Lerwick| Pop|: 18,962 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Shevat",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Shebat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiah",1,1,1 ], "one of the two main branches of orthodox Islam, now mainly in Persia, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiah",1,1,1 ], "regards Mohammed's cousin Ali and his successors as the true imams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shiah",1,1,2 ], "another name for Shiite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiah",1,2,1 ], "designating or characteristic of this sect or its beliefs and practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shield of David",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Star of David" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shihchiachuang",1,1,1 ], "800,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shihchiachuang",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, capital of Hopeh province: textile manufacturing| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiism",1,1,1 ], "the beliefs and practices of Shiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiite",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of Shiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Shiah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shikoku",1,1,1 ], "Inland Sea: mostly forested and mountainous| Pop|: 3,904,014 (1970)| Area: 17,759 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shikoku",1,1,1 ], "km (6857 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shikoku",1,1,1 ], "the smallest of the four main islands of Japan, separated from Honshu by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shillong",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Shillong",1,1,1 ], "Union Territory of Arunachal Pradesh: situated on the Shillong Plateau at an altitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shillong",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, capital of the states of Assam and Meghalaya and of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shillong",1,1,1 ], "of 1520 m (4987 ft|); destroyed by earthquake in 1897 and rebuilt| Pop|: 87,659" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shiloh",1,1,1 ], "Ephraim: keeping place of the tabernacle and the ark; destroyed by the Philistines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shiloh",1,1,1 ], "a town in central ancient Palestine, in Canaan on the E slope of Mount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shimonoseki",1,1,1 ], "Sino-Japanese War; a heavy industrial centre| Pop|: 266,233 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shimonoseki",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on SW Honshu: scene of the peace treaty (1895) ending the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shinar",1,1,1 ], "the southern part of the valley of the Tigris and Euphrates, often identified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shinar",1,1,1 ], "with Sumer; Babylonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shinto",1,1,1 ], "is believed to be descended" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shinto",1,1,1 ], "the indigenous religion of Japan, polytheistic in character and incorporating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shinto",1,1,1 ], "the worship of a number of ethnic divinities, from the chief of which the emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shipka Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the Balkan Mountains in central Bulgaria: scene of fierce fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shipka Pass",1,1,1 ], "in the Russo-Turkish War (1877-78)| Height: 1334 m (4376 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shir",1,1,1 ], "Mozambique to the Zambezi| Length: 596 km (370 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shir",1,1,1 ], "a river in E central Africa, flowing from Lake Malawi through Malawi and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiraz",1,1,1 ], "373,000 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shiraz",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Iran, at an altitude of 1585 m (5200 ft|): an important Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiraz",1,1,1 ], "cultural centre in the 14th century; university (1948); noted for fine carpets| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shirlands",1,1,1 ], "an upland area of S Malawi| Average height: 900 m (3000 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shittim",1,1,1 ], "Israelites encamped before crossing the Jordan (Numbers 25:1-9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shittim",1,1,1 ], "the site to the east of the Jordan and northeast of the Dead Sea where the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shiva",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Siva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shizuoka",1,1,1 ], "(1949)| Pop|: 443,851 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shizuoka",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on S Honshu: a centre for green tea; university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shkod",1,1,1 ], "a market town in NW Albania, on Lake Shkoder: an Illyrian capital in the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shkod",1,1,1 ], "millennium b|c| Pop|: 55,300 (1970 est|)| Italian name: Scutari" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shluh",1,1,1 ], "Algeria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shluh",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Berber people inhabiting the Atlas Mountains in Morocco and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shluh",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Berber spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shoa",1,1,1 ], "Area: 65,483 sq| km (25,283 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Shoa",1,1,1 ], "Valley in the east and southeast| Capital: Addis Ababa| Pop|: 5,209,700 (1971 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shoa",1,1,1 ], "a province of central Ethiopia: high plateau country, with the Great Rift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sholapur",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sholapur",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW India, in S Maharashtra: major textile centre| Pop|: 398,361" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sholokhov" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1905, Soviet author, noted particularly for",1). c_DEF([ "Sholokhov" ,1, 1, 2],"And Quiet flows the Don",1). c_DEF([ "Sholokhov" ,1, 1, 3],"Revolution and civil war on the life of the Cossacks: Nobel prize for literature 1965",2). c_DEF([ "Sholokhov" ,1, 1, 3],"and The Don flows Home to the Sea (1940), describing the effect of the",1). c_DEF([ "Shona",1,1,1 ], "Mozambique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shona",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Sotho people of S central Africa, living chiefly in Rhodesia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shona",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shona",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shorter Catechism",1,1,1 ], "instruction drawn up in 1647" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shorter Catechism",1,1,1 ], "the more widely used and influential of two catechisms of religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shoshone",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of the southwestern U|S|, related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shoshone",1,1,1 ], "to the Aztecs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shoshone",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Uto-Aztecan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shoshonean",1,1,1 ], "a subfamily of North American Indian languages belonging to the Uto-Aztecan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shoshonean",1,1,1 ], "family, spoken mainly in the southwestern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shostakovich",1,1,1 ], "1906-75, Soviet composer, noted esp| for his 15 symphonies and his chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shostakovich",1,1,1 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shreveport",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Louisiana, on the Red River: centre of an oil and natural-gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shreveport",1,1,1 ], "region| Pop|: 184,030 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shrewsbury",1,1,1 ], "Severn: strategically situated near the Welsh border; market town| Pop|: 56,140 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shrewsbury",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central England, administrative centre of Salop, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shropshire",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1974) of Salop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shrove Tuesday",1,1,1 ], "the last day of Shrovetide; Pancake Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shrovetide",1,1,1 ], "confessions were made in preparation for Lent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shrovetide",1,1,1 ], "the Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, formerly a time when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shufu",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Chinese name for Kashgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shulamite",1,1,1 ], "613" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shulamite",1,1,1 ], "an epithet of uncertain meaning applied to the bride in the Song of Solomon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shushan",1,1,1 ], "the Biblical name for Susa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shute",1,1,1 ], "novels set in Australia, esp| A Town like Alice (1950) and On the Beach (1957)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Shute",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Nevil Shute Norway| 1899-1960, English novelist, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Shylock",1,1,1 ], "a heartless or demanding creditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Si",1,1,1 ], "(1200 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Si",1,1,1 ], "a river in S China, rising in Yunnan province and flowing east to the Canton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Si",1,1,1 ], "delta on the South China Sea: the main river system of S China| Length: about 1900 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Si",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for silicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sialkot",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Pakistan: shrine of Guru Nanak| Pop|: 203,779 (1972)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siam",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1939 and 1945-49) of Thailand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siam",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an arm of the South China Sea between the Malay Peninsula and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siam",1,1,2 ], "Indochina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese cat",1,1,1 ], "a short-haired breed of cat with a tapering tail, blue eyes, and dark ears," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese cat",1,1,1 ], "mask, tail, and paws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese fighting fish",1,1,1 ], "a brightly coloured labyrinth fish, Betta splendens, of Thailand and Malaysia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese fighting fish",1,1,1 ], "having large sail-like fins: the males are very pugnacious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese twins",1,1,1 ], "lived for many years without being surgically separated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese twins",1,1,1 ], "twin babies born joined together at some point, such as at the hips| Some have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese",1,2,1 ], "characteristic of, relating to, or being a Siamese twin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siamese",1,4,1 ], "another word for Thai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sian",1,1,1 ], "China for 970 years at various times between the 3rd century b|c| and the 10th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sian",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central China, capital of Shensi province: capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sian",1,1,1 ], "century a|d|; seat of the Northwestern University (1937)| Pop|: 1,600,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siang",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE central China, rising in NE Kwangsi and flowing northeast and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siang",1,1,1 ], "north to Tung Ting Lake| Length: about 1150 km (715 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siang",1,1,2 ], "Hungshui (the upper course of the Si River)| Length: about 800 km (500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siang",1,1,2 ], "a river in S China, rising in SE Yunnan and flowing generally east to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siangtan",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central China, in NE Hunan on the Siang River: centre of a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siangtan",1,1,1 ], "noted for tea production| Pop|: 183,600 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sibelius" ,1, 1, 1],"1865-1957, Finnish composer, noted for the nationalism of his music, as in his",1). c_DEF([ "Sibelius" ,1, 1, 1],"symphonies, his symphonic poems, such as",2). c_DEF([ "Sibelius" ,1, 1, 2],"and his violin concerto (1905)|",1). c_DEF([ "Siberia",1,1,1 ], "13,807,037 sq| km (5,330,896 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Siberia",1,1,1 ], "Pacific and from the Arctic Ocean to the borders with China and the Mongolian People's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siberia",1,1,1 ], "Republic; colonized rapidly after the building of the Trans-Siberian Railway| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siberia",1,1,1 ], "a vast region of the Soviet Union: extends from the Ural Mountains to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sibiu",1,1,1 ], "German colonists in the 12th century| Pop|: 129,985 (1974 est|)| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sibiu",1,1,1 ], "Hermannstadt|Hungarian name: Nagyszeben" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sibiu",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in W central Rumania: originally a Roman city, refounded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sibylline Books",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a collection of prophetic sayings, supposedly bought from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sibylline Books",1,1,1 ], "the Cumaean sibyl, bearing upon Roman policy and religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sib|",1,1,1 ], "Siberia(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sicanian",1,1,1 ], "another word for Sicilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sicilia",1,1,1 ], "the Latin and Italian name for Sicily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sicilian Vespers",1,1,1 ], "French" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sicilian Vespers",1,1,1 ], "a revolt in 1282 against French rule in Sicily, in which the ringing of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sicilian Vespers",1,1,1 ], "vesper bells on Easter Monday served as the signal to massacre and drive out the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sicily",1,1,1 ], "(12th-13th centuries); formed the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies with Naples in 1815;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sicily",1,1,1 ], "(9830 sq| miles)| Latin names: Sicilia, Trinacria|Italian name: Sicilia" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Sicily",1,1,1 ], "Phoenicians, Greeks, and Carthaginians before the Roman conquest of 241 b|c|; under Normans" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sicily",1,1,1 ], "mountainous and volcanic| Capital: Palermo| Pop|: 4,667,316 (1971)| Area: 25,460 sq| km" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sicily",1,1,1 ], "the Strait of Messina: administratively an autonomous region of Italy; settled by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sicily",1,1,1 ], "the largest island in the Mediterranean, separated from the tip of SW Italy by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sickert",1,1,1 ], "1860-1942, British impressionist painter, esp| of scenes of London music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sickert",1,1,1 ], "halls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sicyon",1,1,1 ], "after 146 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sicyon",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in S Greece, in the NE Peloponnese near Corinth: declined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sic|",1,1,1 ], "Sicilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sic|",1,1,2 ], "Sicily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siddhartha",1,1,1 ], "the personal name of the Buddha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siddons",1,1,1 ], "1755-1831, English tragedienne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sidi Ifni",1,1,1 ], "(1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sidi Ifni",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the former Spanish province of Ifni in S Morocco| Pop|: 12,751" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sidi-bel-Abb",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Algeria: headquarters of the Foreign Legion until Algerian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sidi-bel-Abb",1,1,1 ], "independence (1962)| Pop|: 105,000 (1966 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sidney",1,1,1 ], "(1591), and The Defence of Poesie (1595), one of the earliest works of literary" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sidney",1,1,1 ], "Sir Philip| 1554-86, English poet, courtier, and soldier| His works include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sidney",1,1,1 ], "criticism in English" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sidney",1,1,1 ], "the pastoral romance Arcadia (1590), the sonnet sequence Astrophel and Stella" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sidon",1,1,1 ], "Saida" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sidon",1,1,1 ], "the chief city of ancient Phoenicia: founded in the third millennium b|c|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sidon",1,1,1 ], "wealthy through trade and the making of glass and purple dyes; now the Lebanese city of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sidra",1,1,1 ], "a wide inlet of the Mediterranean on the N coast of Libya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sidur" ,1, 1, 2],"the Jewish prayer book",1). c_DEF([ "Sieg Heil",1,1,1 ], "arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sieg Heil",1,1,1 ], "hail to victory: a Nazi salute, often accompanied by the raising of the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siegbahn",1,1,1 ], "1886-1978, Swedish physicist, who discovered the M series in x-ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siegbahn",1,1,1 ], "spectroscopy: Nobel prize for physics 1924" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siege Perilous",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the seat at the Round Table that could be filled only by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siege Perilous",1,1,1 ], "the knight destined to find the Holy Grail and that was fatal to anyone else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siegfried line",1,1,1 ], "II opposite the Maginot line in France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siegfried line",1,1,1 ], "the line of fortifications built by the Germans prior to and during World War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siegfried",1,1,1 ], "Nibelungenlied, assumes possession of the treasure of the Nibelungs by slaying the dragon that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siegfried",1,1,1 ], "a German prince, the son of Sigmund and husband of Kriemhild, who, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siegfried",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: Sigurd" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Siegfried",1,1,1 ], "guards it, wins Brunhild for King Gunther, and is eventually killed by Hagen| Norse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siemens",1,1,1 ], "Ernst Werner von ($ernst !v$ern@ f@$n)| 1816-92, German engineer, inventor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siemens",1,1,1 ], "and pioneer in telegraphy| Among his inventions are the self-excited dynamo and an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siemens",1,1,1 ], "electrolytic refining process" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siemens",1,1,2 ], "engineer, born in Germany, who invented the open-hearth process for making steel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siemens",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Sir William, original name Karl Wilhelm Siemens| 1823-83, British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siena",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siena",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in central Italy, in Tuscany: founded by the Etruscans;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siena",1,1,1 ], "important artistic centre (13th-14th centuries); university (13th century)| Pop|: 65,347" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sienkiewicz" ,1, 1, 1],"1846-1916, Polish novelist|His best-known works are",1). c_DEF([ "Sienkiewicz" ,1, 1, 2],"Deluge (1886), and Pan Michael (1888), set in 17th-century Poland: Nobel prize for",2). c_DEF([ "Sienkiewicz" ,1, 1, 2],"literature (1905)|",3). c_DEF([ "Sienkiewicz" ,1, 1, 2],"set in Nero's Rome, and the war trilogy With Fire and Sword (1884), The",1). c_DEF([ "Sierra Leone",1,1,1 ], "1971; consists of coastal swamps rising to a plateau in the east| Official language:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Leone",1,1,1 ], "English| Religion: animist majority and Muslim| Currency: leone| Capital: Freetown|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Leone",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 2,730,000 (1974)| Area: 72,326 sq| km (27,925 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Leone",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Atlantic: became a British colony in 1808" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Leone",1,1,1 ], "and gained independence (within the Commonwealth) in 1961; declared a republic in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Madre",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Citlaltepetl, 5699 m (18,134 ft|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Madre",1,1,1 ], "Sierra Madre Occidental in the west, and the Sierra Madre del Sur in the south|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Madre",1,1,1 ], "southeast from the N border: consists of the Sierra Madre Oriental in the east, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Madre",1,1,1 ], "the main mountain system of Mexico, extending for 2500 km (1500 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Morena",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Estrella, 1299 m (4262 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Morena",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SW Spain, between the Guadiana and Guadalquivir Rivers|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Nevada",1,1,1 ], "(s$I!$e@@@ n$I!v$a$:d@@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Nevada",1,1,2 ], "Mount Whitney, 4418 m (14,495 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Nevada",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range in E California, parallel to the Coast Ranges| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Nevada",1,1,3 ], "a mountain range in SE Spain, mostly in Granada and Almeria provinces| Highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sierra Nevada",1,1,3 ], "peak: Cerro de Mulhacen, 3478 m (11,411 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siey",1,1,1 ], "called Abbe Sieyes| 1748-1836, French statesman, political theorist, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siey",1,1,1 ], "churchman, who became prominent during the Revolution following the publication of his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siey",1,1,1 ], "pamphlet Qu'est-ce que le tiers etat(1789)| He was instrumental in bringing Napoleon I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siey",1,1,1 ], "to power (1799)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sigismund",1,1,1 ], "1368-1437, king of Hungary (1387-1437) and of Bohemia (1419-37); Holy Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sigismund",1,1,1 ], "Emperor (1411-37)| He helped to end the Great Schism in the Church; implicated in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sigismund",1,1,1 ], "death of Huss" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sigmund",1,1,1 ], "the father of the hero Sigurd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sigmund",1,1,2 ], "king of the Netherlands, father of Siegfried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Signac",1,1,1 ], "1863-1935, French neoimpressionist painter, influenced by Seurat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Signorelli",1,1,1 ], "1441-1523, Italian painter, noted for his frescoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sigurd",1,1,1 ], "Brynhild for Gunnar by deception, and then was killed by her when she discovered the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sigurd",1,1,1 ], "a hero who killed the dragon Fafnir to gain the treasure of Andvari, won" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sigurd",1,1,1 ], "fraud| His wife was Gudrun| German counterpart: Siegfried" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sig|",1,1,1 ], "(in prescriptions) signa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sig|",1,1,2 ], "(in prescriptions) signature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sig|",1,1,3 ], "signor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sig|",1,1,4 ], "signore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sihanouk",1,1,1 ], "Prince Norodom | born 1922, Cambodian statesman; king (1941-55); prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sihanouk",1,1,1 ], "minister (1955-60), after which he became head of state| He was deposed in 1970 but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sihanouk",1,1,1 ], "reinstated (1975-76) following the victory of the Khmer Rouge in the civil war" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sikang",1,1,1 ], "E Tibet; dissolved in 1955" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sikang",1,1,1 ], "a former province of W China: established in 1928 from part of W Szechwan and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sikh",1,1,1 ], "a member of a reformed Hindu sect, founded in the 16th century, that teaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sikh",1,1,1 ], "authority of the Vedas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sikh",1,1,1 ], "monotheism and that has the Granth as its chief religious document, rejecting the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sikh",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Sikhs or their religious beliefs and customs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siking",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Sian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sikkim",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 7325 sq| km (2828 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sikkim",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE India: under British control (1861-1947); became an Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sikkim",1,1,1 ], "m (28,200 ft|) in Kanchenjunga in the north| Capital: Gangtok| Pop|: 208,609" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sikkim",1,1,1 ], "protectorate in 1950 and an Indian state in 1975; lies in the Himalayas, rising to over 8600" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sikorsky",1,1,1 ], "(1939)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sikorsky",1,1,1 ], "1889-1972, U|S| aeronautical engineer, born in Russia| He designed and flew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sikorsky",1,1,1 ], "the first four-engined aircraft (1913) and designed the first successful helicopter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Silastic",1,1,1 ], "a flexible inert silicone rubber, used esp| in prosthetic medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silenus",1,1,1 ], "chief of the satyrs and foster father to Dionysus: often depicted riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silenus",1,1,1 ], "drunkenly on a donkey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Silenus",1,1,2 ], "one of a class of woodland deities, closely similar to the satyrs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silesia",1,1,1 ], "a region of central Europe around the upper and middle Oder valley: mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silesia",1,1,1 ], "annexed by Prussia in 1742 but became almost wholly Polish in 1945; rich coal and iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Silesia",1,1,1 ], "ore deposits| Polish name: Slask|Czech name: Slezsko|German name: Schlesien" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sillanpaa" ,1, 1, 1],"1888-1964, Finnish writer, noted for his novels",1). c_DEF([ "Sillanpaa" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Maid Silja (1931): Nobel prize for literature 1939|",1). c_DEF([ "Siloam",1,1,1 ], "a pool in Jerusalem where Jesus cured a man of his blindness (John 9)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silone" ,1, 1, 1],"1900-78, Italian writer, noted for his humanitarian socialistic novels,",1). c_DEF([ "Silone" ,1, 1, 2],"and Bread and Wine (1937)",1). c_DEF([ "Silures",1,1,1 ], "a powerful and warlike tribe of ancient Britain, living chiefly in SE Wales," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silures",1,1,1 ], "who fiercely resisted Roman invaders in the 1st century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Silurian",1,1,1 ], "Ordovician and Devonian periods, which lasted for 40 million years, during which fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Silurian",1,1,1 ], "first appeared" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Silurian",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or formed in the third period of the Palaeozoic era, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silurian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the Silures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silurian",1,2,1 ], "the| the Silurian period or rock system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Silvanus",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of woodlands, fields, and flocks| Greek counterpart: Pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simbirsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1924) of Ulyanovsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simchath Torah",1,1,1 ], "a Jewish holiday celebrated on Tishri 23 (in Israel Tishri 22) to mark the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simchath Torah",1,1,1 ], "completion of the yearly cycle of Torah readings at the synagogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon Stylites",1,1,1 ], "390-459 a|d|, Syrian monk, first of the ascetics who lived on pillars| Feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon Stylites",1,1,1 ], "day: Jan| 5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon",1,1,1 ], "the second son of Jacob and Leah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon",1,1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon",1,1,1,3 ], "Canaan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon",1,1,1,3 ], "the territory once occupied by this tribe in the extreme south of the land of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon",1,1,2 ], "a devout Jew, who recognized the infant Jesus as the Messiah and uttered the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simeon",1,1,2 ], "canticle Nunc Dimittis over him in the Temple (Luke 2:25-35)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simferopol",1,1,1 ], "280,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Simferopol",1,1,1 ], "Peninsula: a Scythian town in the 1st century b|c|; seized by the Russians in 1736| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simferopol",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Ukrainian SSR on the S Crimean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simla",1,1,1 ], "(1865-1939); hill resort and health centre| Pop|: 55,368 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simla",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, capital of Himachal Pradesh state: summer capital of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Magus",1,1,1 ], "a Samaritan sorcerer, probably from Gitta, of the 1st century a|d|After being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Magus",1,1,1 ], "converted to Christianity, he tried to buy miraculous powers from the apostles (Acts of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Magus",1,1,1 ], "the Apostles 8:9-24)| He is also identified as the founder of a Gnostic sect" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Peter",1,1,1 ], "name given him by Christ (Matthew 16:17-18)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Peter",1,1,1 ], "the full name of the apostle Peter, a combination of his original name and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Zelotes",1,1,1 ], "becoming a Christian (Luke 6:15)| Owing to a misinterpretation of two similar Aramaic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Zelotes",1,1,1 ], "one of the 12 apostles, who had probably belonged to the Zealot party before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon Zelotes",1,1,1 ], "words he is also, but mistakenly, called the Canaanite (Matthew 10:4)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,1 ], "the original name of (Saint)Peter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,1,2 ], "13:55)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,1,2 ], "a relative of Jesus, who may have been identical with Simon Zelotes (Matthew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,1,3 ], "Apostles 9:43)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,1,3 ], "Simon the Tanner| a Christian of Joppa with whom Peter stayed (Acts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,2 ], "John , 1st Viscount Simon| 1873-1954, English statesman and lawyer| He was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,2 ], "Liberal home secretary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,3 ], "(1915-16) and, as a leader of the National Liberals, foreign secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,4 ], "(1931-35), home secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,5 ], "(1935-37), chancellor of the Exchequer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,6 ], "(1937-40), Lord Chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,7 ], "(1940-45)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,8 ], "(1973) and Still Crazy after All these Years (1975)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,8 ], "1968), and Bridge over Troubled Water (1970); and, solo, There Goes Rhymin' Simon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,8 ], "Art Garfunkel (born 1941), Sounds of Silence (1966), The Graduate (film soundtrack," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simon",1,1,8 ], "Paul| born 1941, U|S| rock singer and songwriter| His recordings include: with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simonides",1,1,1 ], "556-468 b|c|, Greek lyric poet and epigrammatist, noted for his odes to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simonides",1,1,1 ], "victory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simple Simon",1,1,1 ], "a foolish man or boy; simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simplon Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the Lepontine Alps in S Switzerland, between Brig (Switzerland)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Simplon Pass",1,1,1 ], "and Iselle (Italy)| Height: 2009 m (6590 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simpson Desert",1,1,1 ], "Territory| Area: about 145,000 sq| km (56,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Simpson Desert",1,1,1 ], "an uninhabited arid region in central Australia, mainly in the Northern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinai",1,1,1 ], "1975" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sinai",1,1,1 ], "Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba: occupied by Israel in 1967; partly restored in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinai",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous peninsula of NE Egypt at the N end of the Red Sea, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinai",1,1,2 ], "Mount| the mountain where Moses received the Law from God (Exodus 19-20):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinai",1,1,2 ], "Peninsula" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sinai",1,1,2 ], "often identified as Jebel Musa, sometimes as Jebel Serbal, both on the S Sinai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinaloa",1,1,1 ], "a state of W Mexico| Capital: Culiacan| Pop|: 1,266,528 (1970)| Area: 58,092" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinaloa",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (22,429 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinarquist",1,1,1 ], "(in Mexico) a member of a fascist movement in the 1930s and 1940s having links" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinarquist",1,1,1 ], "organized labour, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sinarquist",1,1,1 ], "with the Nazis and the Falangists: hostile towards the U|S|, Communism, Jews," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinatra",1,1,1 ], "called Frank| born 1917, U|S| singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinclair",1,1,1 ], "1878-1968, U|S| novelist, whose The Jungle (1906) exposed the working and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinclair",1,1,1 ], "food inspection laws" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sinclair",1,1,1 ], "sanitary conditions of the Chicago meat-packing industry and prompted the passage of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sind",1,1,1 ], "Hyderabad and Khairpur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sind",1,1,1 ], "a region of SE Pakistan, mainly in the lower Indus valley: formerly a province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sind",1,1,1 ], "of British India; became a province of Pakistan in 1947; divided in 1955 between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sindhi",1,1,1 ], "a former inhabitant of Sind| The Muslim majority now lives in Pakistan while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sindhi",1,1,1 ], "the Hindu minority has mostly moved to India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sindhi",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sindhi",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sing Sing",1,1,1 ], "a prison in New York State, in Ossining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,1 ], "Area: 580 sq| km (224 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,1 ], "Tamil| Currency: Singapore dollar| Capital: Singapore| Pop|: 2,250,000 (1975 est|)|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Asia, occupying one main island and about 40 small islands at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,1 ], "independent republic (within the Commonwealth)| Languages: Malay, English, Chinese, and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,1 ], "made a British colony in 1946; part of Malaysia from 1962 to 1965, when it became an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,1 ], "the S end of the Malay Peninsula: established as a British trading post in 1819 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,2 ], "2,249,900 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Singapore",1,1,2 ], "the capital of the republic of Singapore: a major international port| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Singer",1,1,1 ], "1978" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Singer",1,1,1 ], "Isaac Bashevis| born 1904, U|S| writer of Yiddish novels and short stories;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Singer",1,1,1 ], "and the autobiographical In my Father's Court (1966): Nobel prize for literature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Singer",1,1,1 ], "born in Poland| His works include Satan in Goray (1935), The Family Moskrat (1950)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Singer",1,1,2 ], "Isaac Merrit| 1811-75, U|S| inventor, who originated and developed an improved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Singer",1,1,2 ], "chain-stitch sewing machine (1852)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Singhalese",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sinhalese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Singspiel",1,1,1 ], "18th and early 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Singspiel",1,1,1 ], "a type of comic opera in German with spoken dialogue, popular during the late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinhailien",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, near the coast of Kiangsu| Pop|: 207,600 (1953)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinhalese",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people living chiefly in Ceylon, where they constitute the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinhalese",1,1,1 ], "majority of the population" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinhalese",1,1,2 ], "Indo-European family: the official language of Ceylon| It is written in a script of Indian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinhalese",1,1,2 ], "origin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sinhalese",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Indic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinhalese",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinicism",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese custom or idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siniju",1,1,1 ], "(1967 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siniju",1,1,1 ], "a port in North Korea, on the Yalu River opposite Antung, China: developed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siniju",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese during their occupation (1910-45); industrial centre| Pop|: 165,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sining",1,1,1 ], "(7500 ft|)| Pop|: 500,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sining",1,1,1 ], "a city in W China, capital of Tsinghai province, at an altitude of 2300 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinitic",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Sino-Tibetan family of languages, consisting of the various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinitic",1,1,1 ], "languages or dialects of Chinese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinitic",1,2,1 ], "belonging or relating to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinkiang-Uighur Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 8,000,000 (1967-71)| Area: 1,646,799 sq| km (635,829 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sinkiang-Uighur Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of NW China: established in 1955 for the Uighur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinkiang-Uighur Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "ethnic minority, with autonomous subdivisions for other small minorities; produces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinkiang-Uighur Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "over half China's wool and contains valuable mineral resources| Capital: Urumchi|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sinn Fein",1,1,1 ], "an Irish republican political movement founded about 1905 and linked to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinn Fein",1,1,1 ], "revolutionary Irish Republican Army: divided into a Provisional and an Official movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sinn Fein",1,1,1 ], "since a similar split in the IRA in late 1969" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sino-",1,1,1 ], "Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sino-Tibetan",1,1,1 ], "Tibetan, Burmese, and Thai| Their most noticeable phonological characteristic is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sino-Tibetan",1,1,1 ], "a family of languages that includes most of the languages of China, as well as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sino-Tibetan",1,1,1 ], "phonemic use of tones" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sino-Tibetan",1,2,1 ], "belonging or relating to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sinology",1,1,1 ], "the study of Chinese history, language, culture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sint Maarten",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for Saint Martin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sion",1,1,1 ], "21,925 (1970)| Latin name: Sedunum|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sion",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Switzerland, capital of Valais canton, on the River Rhone| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sion",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of Zion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siouan",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages spoken by the Sioux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sioux",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group of North American Indian peoples formerly ranging over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sioux",1,1,1 ], "wide area of the Plains from Lake Michigan to the Rocky Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sioux",1,1,2 ], "any of the Siouan languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siple",1,1,1 ], "(10,171 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siple",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Antarctica, on the coast of Marie Byrd Land| Height: 3100 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siqueiros",1,1,1 ], "1896-1974, Mexican painter, noted for his murals expressing a revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siqueiros",1,1,1 ], "message" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sir Roger de Coverley",1,1,1 ], "an English country dance similar to the Virginia reel and danced to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sir Roger de Coverley",1,1,1 ], "traditional tune" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sir",1,1,1 ], "a title of honour placed before the name of a knight or baronet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sir",1,1,2 ], "a title placed before the name of a figure from ancient history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siracusa",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Syracuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siraj-ud-daula",1,1,1 ], "1728-57, Indian leader who became the Great Mogul's deputy in Bengal (1756);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siraj-ud-daula",1,1,1 ], "Robert Clive" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Siraj-ud-daula",1,1,1 ], "of Calcutta| He was defeated (1757) by a group of Indian nobles in alliance with" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Siraj-ud-daula",1,1,1 ], "of his prisoners suffocated in a crowded room that became known as the Black Hole" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siraj-ud-daula",1,1,1 ], "opponent of English colonization| He captured Calcutta (1756) from the English and many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Siret",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Europe, rising in the Ukrainian SSR of the Soviet Union and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siret",1,1,1 ], "flowing southeast through E Rumania to the Danube| Length: about 450 km (280 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sirius",1,1,1 ], "binary star whose companion, Sirius B, is a very faint white dwarf| Distance: 8|7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sirius",1,1,1 ], "light years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sirius",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the sky, lying in the constellation Canis Major| It is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sisera",1,1,1 ], "5:21)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sisera",1,1,1 ], "a defeated leader of the Canaanites, who was assassinated by Jael (Judges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sisley",1,1,1 ], "1839-99, French painter, esp| of landscapes one of the originators of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sisley",1,1,1 ], "impressionism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sismondi" ,1, 1, 1],"1773-1842, Swiss historian and economist| His",1). c_DEF([ "Sismondi" ,1, 1, 2],"epubliques italiennes du moyen",1). c_DEF([ "Sismondi" ,1, 1, 3],"contributed to the movement for Italian unification|",1). c_DEF([ "Sistine Chapel",1,1,1 ], "decorated with frescoes by Michelangelo and others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sistine Chapel",1,1,1 ], "the chapel of the pope in the Vatican at Rome, built for Sixtus IV and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sisyphean",1,1,1 ], "relating to Sisyphus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sisyphean",1,1,2 ], "actually or seemingly endless and futile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sisyphus",1,1,1 ], "a king of Corinth, punished in Hades for his misdeeds by eternally having to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sisyphus",1,1,1 ], "his grasp and rolled to the bottom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sisyphus",1,1,1 ], "roll a heavy stone up a hill: every time he approached the top, the stone escaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sithole",1,1,1 ], "(1978) to pave the way for black majority rule in Rhodesia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sithole",1,1,1 ], "National Union since 1963|He was one of the negotiators of the internal settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sithole",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, Rhodesian clergyman and politician leader of the Zimbabwe African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sitka",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE Alaska, in the Alexander Archipelago on W Baranof Island: capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sitka",1,1,1 ], "of Russian America (1804-67) and of Alaska (1867-1906)| Pop|: 3370 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sitsang",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese name for Tibet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sitter",1,1,1 ], "1872-1934, Dutch astronomer, who calculated the size of the universe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sitter",1,1,1 ], "conceived of it as expanding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sitting Bull",1,1,1 ], "1831-90, American Indian chief of the Teton Dakota Sioux| Resisting white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sitting Bull",1,1,1 ], "encroachment on his people's hunting grounds, he led the Sioux tribes against the U|S| Army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sitting Bull",1,1,1 ], "in the Sioux War (1876-77) in which Custer was killed| The hunger of the Sioux," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sitting Bull",1,1,1 ], "killed during renewed strife" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sitting Bull",1,1,1 ], "whose food came from the diminishing buffalo, forced his surrender (1881)| He was" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sitwell",1,1,1 ], "Dame Edith| 1887-1964, English poet and critic, noted esp| for her collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sitwell",1,1,1 ], "Facade (1922)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sitwell",1,1,2 ], "autobiographical books (1944-50)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sitwell",1,1,2 ], "her brother, Sir Osbert| 1892-1969, English writer, best known for his five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sitwell",1,1,3 ], "books on art, architecture, music, and travel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sitwell",1,1,3 ], "his brother, Sacheverell (s@@!#s$ev@@)| born 1897, English poet and writer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siva",1,1,1 ], "destinies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Siva",1,1,1 ], "the destroyer, one of the three chief divinities of the later Hindu pantheon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Siva",1,1,1 ], "the other two being Brahma and Vishnu| Siva is also the god presiding over personal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sivaism",1,1,1 ], "the cult of Siva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sivan",1,1,1 ], "the Jewish calendar, falling approximately in May and June" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sivan",1,1,1 ], "the ninth month of the civil year and the third of the ecclesiastical year in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sivas",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Turkey, at an altitude of 1347m (4420 ft|): one of the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sivas",1,1,1 ], "cities in Asia Minor in ancient times; scene of the national congress (1919) leading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sivas",1,1,1 ], "to the revolution that established modern Turkey| Pop|: 149,201 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Six Counties",1,1,1 ], "the counties of Northern Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Six Day War",1,1,1 ], "West Bank of the Jordan, and the Golan Heights" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Six Day War",1,1,1 ], "a war fought in the Middle East in June 1967, lasting six days| In it Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Six Day War",1,1,1 ], "defeated Egypt, Jordan, and Syria, occupying the Gaza Strip, the Sinai, Jerusalem, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Six Nations",1,1,1 ], "(in North America) the Indian confederacy of the Cayugas, Mohawks, Oneidas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Six Nations",1,1,1 ], "Onondagas, Senecas, and Tuscaroras" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Six",1,1,1 ], "Francis Poulenc, Georges Auric, Louis Durey, and Germaine Tailleferre" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Six",1,1,1 ], "a group of six young composers in France, who from about 1916 formed a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Six",1,1,1 ], "and the poetry of Cocteau| Its members were Darius Milhaud, Arthur Honegger," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Six",1,1,1 ], "temporary association as a result of interest in neoclassicism and in the music of Satie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sixtus V",1,1,1 ], "Counter-Reformation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sixtus V",1,1,1 ], "He is noted for vigorous administrative reforms that contributed to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sixtus V",1,1,1 ], "original name Felice Peretti| 1520-90, Italian ecclesiastic; pope (1585-90)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sjland",1,1,1 ], "Area: 7016 sq| km (2709 sq| miles)| English name: Zealand|German name: Seeland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sjland",1,1,1 ], "Belt and from S Sweden by the Sound| Chief town: Copenhagen| Pop|: 2,129,846 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sjland",1,1,1 ], "the largest island of Denmark, separated from the island of Fyn by the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skagen",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Skaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skagerrak",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the North Sea between Denmark and Norway, merging with the Kattegat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skagerrak",1,1,1 ], "in the southeast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skara Brae",1,1,1 ], "a neolithic village in NE Scotland, in the Orkney Islands: one of Europe's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skara Brae",1,1,1 ], "by a storm in 1850" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Skara Brae",1,1,1 ], "most perfectly preserved Stone Age villages, buried by a sand dune until uncovered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skaw",1,1,1 ], "a cape at the N tip of Denmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skelmersdale",1,1,1 ], "26,686 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skelmersdale",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Merseyside: designated a new town in 1962| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skelton",1,1,1 ], "1460-1529, English poet celebrated for his short rhyming lines using the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skelton",1,1,1 ], "rhythms of colloquial speech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skien",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Norway, on the Skien River: one of the oldest towns in Norway;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skien",1,1,1 ], "lumber industry| Pop|: 45,471 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skikda",1,1,1 ], "Philippeville" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Skikda",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Algeria, on an inlet of the Mediterranean: founded by the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skikda",1,1,1 ], "in 1838 on the site of a Roman city| Pop|: 88,000 (1966 est|)| Former name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skinner box",1,1,1 ], "a device for studying the learning behaviour of animals, esp| rats, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skinner box",1,1,1 ], "of a box in which the animal can move a lever to obtain a reward, such as a food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skinner box",1,1,1 ], "pellet, or a punishment, such as an electric shock" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Skinner" ,1, 1, 2],"born 1904, U|S| behavioural psychologist| His @6laws of learning@9, derived",1). c_DEF([ "Skinner" ,1, 1, 2],"from experiments with animals, have been widely applied to education and behaviour",2). c_DEF([ "Skinner" ,1, 1, 2],"therapy",3). c_DEF([ "Skipton",1,1,1 ], "12,422 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skipton",1,1,1 ], "a market town in N England, in North Yorkshire: 11th-century castle| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skopje",1,1,1 ], "1963| Pop|: 312,980 (1971)| Serbo-Croatian name: Skoplje | Turkish name (1392-1913):" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Skopje",1,1,1 ], "Uskub" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Skopje",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Yugoslavia, capital of Macedonia, on the Vardar River: became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skopje",1,1,1 ], "capital of Serbia in 1346 and of Macedonia in 1945; suffered a severe earthquake in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skros",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Skyros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skt",1,1,1 ], "Sanskrit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skye terrier",1,1,1 ], "a short-legged breed of terrier with long wiry hair and erect ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skye",1,1,1 ], "Inner Hebrides: tourist centre| Chief town: Portree| Pop|: 7372 (1971)| Area: 1735" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skye",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island off the NW coast of Scotland, the largest island of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skye",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (670 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Skylab",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| space station launched in May 1973 into an orbit inclined at 50 degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Skylab",1,1,1 ], "astronauts working there under conditions of zero gravity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Skylab",1,1,1 ], "to the equatorial plane at a mean altitude of 430 kilometres (270 miles), the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skyros",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 199 sq| km (77 sq| miles)| Modern Greek name: Skiros" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Skyros",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the Aegean, the largest island in the N Sporades| Pop|: 2352" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sl",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Silesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slav",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the peoples of E Europe or Soviet Asia who speak a Slavonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slav",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slave Coast",1,1,1 ], "along the Bight of Benin: the main source of African slaves (16th-19th centuries)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slave Coast",1,1,1 ], "the coast of W Africa between the Volta River and Mount Cameroon, chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slave River",1,1,1 ], "Lake Athabaska northwest to Great Slave Lake| Length: about 420 km (260 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slave River",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Canada, in the Northwest Territories and NE Alberta, flowing from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slave State",1,1,1 ], "any of the 15 Southern states in which slavery was legal until the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavic",1,2,1 ], "another word for Slavonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavism",1,1,1 ], "Slavonic languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slavism",1,1,1 ], "anything characteristic of, peculiar to, or associated with the Slavs or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavkov",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for Austerlitz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonia",1,1,1 ], "Rivers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonia",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Yugoslavia, in Croatia, mainly between the Drava and Sava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "(including Polish, Czech, Slovak, etc|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Indo-European family of languages, usually divided into three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "etc|), East Slavonic (including Ukrainian, Russian, etc|), and West Slavonic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonic",1,1,1 ], "subbranches: South Slavonic (including Old Church Slavonic, Serbo-Croatian, Bulgarian," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonic",1,1,2 ], "the unrecorded ancient language from which all of these languages developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonic",1,2,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavonic",1,2,2 ], "of, denoting, or relating to the people who speak these languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavophile",1,1,1 ], "a person who admires the Slavs or their cultures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavophile",1,1,2 ], "(in 19th-century Russia) a person who believed in the superiority and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavophile",1,1,2 ], "advocated the supremacy of the Slavs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slavophile",1,2,1 ], "admiring the Slavs and Slavonic culture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavophile",1,2,2 ], "(in 19th-century Russia) of, characteristic of, or relating to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slavophile",1,2,2 ], "Slavophiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slesvig",1,1,1 ], "the Danish name for Schleswig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slezsko",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for Silesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sligo",1,1,1 ], "1795 sq| km (693 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sligo",1,1,1 ], "a county of NW Ireland, on the Atlantic: has a deeply indented low-lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sligo",1,1,1 ], "coast; livestock and dairy farming| County town: Sligo| Pop|: 50,275 (1971)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sligo",1,1,2 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sligo",1,1,2 ], "a port in NW Ireland, county town of Co| Sligo on Sligo Bay|Pop|: 14,080" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slim",1,1,1 ], "14th Army in the reconquest of Burma from the Japanese; governor-general of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slim",1,1,1 ], "1st Viscount| 1891-1970, British field marshal, who commanded (1943-45) the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slim",1,1,1 ], "Australia (1953-60)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sloan",1,1,1 ], "(1912) and Backyards, Greenwich Village (1914)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sloan",1,1,1 ], "1871-1951, U|S| painter and etcher, a leading member of the group of realistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sloan",1,1,1 ], "painters known as the Ashcan School| His pictures of city scenes include McSorley's Bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slough",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slough",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in SE central England, in NE Berkshire| Pop|: 86,757" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovak",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Slovakia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovak",1,2,1 ], "Slavonic branch of the Indo-European family| Czech and Slovak are closely related and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slovak",1,2,1 ], "mutually intelligible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Slovak",1,2,1 ], "one of the two official languages of Czechoslovakia, belonging to the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovak",1,2,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Slovakia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovakia",1,1,1 ], "1918, when it united with Bohemia and Moravia to form Czechoslovakia| Area: 49,009" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slovakia",1,1,1 ], "a region of E Czechoslovakia: part of Hungary from the 11th century until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovakia",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (18,922 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Slovene",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Slovenia, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovene",1,2,1 ], "Serbo-Croatian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slovene",1,2,1 ], "a South Slavonic language spoken in Slovenia, closely related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovene",1,2,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Slovenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovene",1,2,1,2 ], "(esp| in other parts of Yugoslavia) a speaker of Slovene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovenia",1,1,1 ], "2800 m (9000 ft|) in the Julian Alps| Capital: Ljubljana| Pop|: 1,727,137 (1971)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Slovenia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 20,251 sq| km (7819 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Slovenia",1,1,1 ], "a constituent republic of NW Yugoslavia: settled by the Slovenes in the 6th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Slovenia",1,1,1 ], "century; joined Yugoslavia in 1918 and became an autonomous republic in 1946; rises over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Slump",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sm",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for samarium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smetana" ,1, 1, 1],"1824-84, Czech composer, founder of his country's national school of",1). c_DEF([ "Smetana" ,1, 1, 1],"music|His works include",2). c_DEF([ "Smetana" ,1, 1, 2],"a cycle of six symphonic poems, and the opera The Bartered Bride (1866)",1). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,1 ], "Adam| 1723-90, Scottish economist and philosopher, whose influential book The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,1 ], "Wealth of Nations (1776) advocated free trade and private enterprise and opposed state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,1 ], "interference" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,2 ], "Bessie| 1894-1937, U|S| blues singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,3 ], "F| E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,4 ], "Ian Douglas| born 1919, Rhodesian statesman; prime minister since 1964| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,4 ], "declared independence from Britain unilaterally (1965)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,5 ], "American colony of Jamestown, Virginia| He was reputedly saved by the Indian chief's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,5 ], "England (1616)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,5 ], "John| 1580-1631, English explorer and writer, who helped found the North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,5 ], "daughter Pocahontas from execution by her tribe| Among his works is a Description of New" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,6 ], "Joseph| 1805-44, U|S| religious leader; founder of the Mormon Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,7 ], "Peter Plymley (1807-08), in which he advocated Catholic emancipation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,7 ], "Sydney| 1771-1845, English clergyman and writer, noted for The Letters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,8 ], "William| 1769-1839, English geologist, who founded the science of stratigraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smith",1,1,8 ], "by proving that rock strata could be dated by the fossils they contained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smithson",1,1,1 ], "original name James Lewes Macie| 1765-1829, English chemist and mineralogist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smithson",1,1,1 ], "who left a bequest to found the Smithsonian Institution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smithsonian Institution",1,1,1 ], "a national museum and institution in Washington, D|C|, founded in 1846 from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smithsonian Institution",1,1,1 ], "astrophysics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Smithsonian Institution",1,1,1 ], "bequest by James Smithson, primarily concerned with ethnology, zoology, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smoke",1,1,1 ], "Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smoke",1,1,2 ], "a slang name for London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smoke",1,1,3 ], "Austral| a slang name for the city or a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smoke",1,1,3 ], "city, esp| Melbourne and Sydney" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smolensk",1,1,1 ], "250,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Smolensk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, on the Dnieper River: a major commercial centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smolensk",1,1,1 ], "in medieval times; scene of severe fighting (1941 and 1943) in World War II| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smollett",1,1,1 ], "(1748), Peregrine Pickle (1751), and Humphry Clinker (1771)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smollett",1,1,1 ], "1721-71, Scottish novelist, whose picaresque satires include Roderick Random" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smuts",1,1,1 ], "1870-1950, South African statesman prime minister (1919-24; 1939-48)|He fought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smuts",1,1,1 ], "for the Boers during the Boer War, then worked for Anglo-Boer reconciliation and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Smuts",1,1,1 ], "served the Allies during World Wars I and II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Smyrna",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city on the W coast of Asia Minor: a major trading centre in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Smyrna",1,1,1 ], "ancient world; a centre of early Christianity| Modern name: Izmir" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sn",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snake River",1,1,1 ], "a river in the northwestern U|S|, rising in NW Wyoming and flowing west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snake River",1,1,1 ], "flowing west to the Columbia River near Pasco, Washington| Length: 1670 km (1038" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Snake River",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Snake River",1,1,1 ], "through Idaho, turning north as part of the border between Idaho and Oregon, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snell's law",1,1,1 ], "another" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Snell's law",1,1,1 ], "of the angle of refraction is constant when a light ray passes from one medium to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snell's law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the ratio of the sine of the angle of incidence to the sine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sno-Cat",1,1,1 ], "a type of snowmobile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snorri Sturluson",1,1,1 ], "(??1222), containing a collection of Norse myths and a treatise on poetry, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snorri Sturluson",1,1,1 ], "1179-1241, Icelandic historian and poet; author of Younger or Prose Edda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snorri Sturluson",1,1,1 ], "Heimskringla sagas of the Norwegian kings from their mythological origins to the 12th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Snorri Sturluson",1,1,1 ], "century" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Snow",1,1,1 ], "C,P Baron Snow| born 1905, English novelist and physicist|His novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snow",1,1,1 ], "includethe series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snowdon",1,1,1 ], "(3560 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snowdon",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in NW Wales, in Gwynedd: the highest peak in Wales| Height: 1085 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snowdonia",1,1,1 ], "a massif in NW Wales, in Gwynedd, the highest peak being Snowdon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snowdonia",1,1,2 ], "a national park in NW Wales, in Gwynedd and Clwyd: includes the Snowdonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snowdonia",1,1,2 ], "massif in the north| Area: 2189 sq| km (845 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snowy Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE Australia, part of the Australian Alps: famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snowy Mountains",1,1,1 ], "hydroelectric scheme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snowy River",1,1,1 ], "Murrumbidgee Rivers for hydroelectric power and to provide water for irrigation| Length: 426" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Snowy River",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Australia, rising in SE New South Wales: waters diverted through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Snowy River",1,1,1 ], "a system of dams and tunnels across the watershed into the Murray and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Snowy River",1,1,1 ], "km (265 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Snr|",1,1,1 ], "senior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soares",1,1,1 ], "1978)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soares",1,1,1 ], "born 1924, Portuguese statesman prime minister of Portugal (1976-77; since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sobers",1,1,1 ], "Aubrun| born 1936, West Indian cricketer; one of the finest all-rounders of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sobers",1,1,1 ], "all time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sobranje",1,1,1 ], "the legislature of Bulgaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soche",1,1,1 ], "a town in W China, in the W Sinkiang-Uighur AR: a centre of the caravan trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soche",1,1,1 ], "between China, India, and Transcaspian Soviet areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sochi",1,1,1 ], "Black Sea: hot mineral springs| Pop|: 247,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sochi",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in the SW Soviet Union, in the Krasnodar Territory on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Social Credit",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Canada) a right-wing Populist political party, movement, or doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Social Credit",1,1,1 ], "English engineer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Social Credit",1,1,1 ], "based on the socio-economic theories of Major Clifford H| Douglas (1879-1952), an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Social Democratic Party",1,1,1 ], "one of the two major political parties in West Germany: founded 1875| It was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Social Democratic Party",1,1,1 ], "originally Marxist but now strives for democratic socialism by gradual reform within the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Social Democratic Party",1,1,1 ], "parliamentary system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Social Democratic Party",1,1,2 ], "any of the similar parties in many other countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socialist International",1,1,1 ], "Parties founded in Frankfurt in 1951" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Socialist International",1,1,1 ], "an international association of largely anti-Communist Social Democratic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socialist Labor Party",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a minor Marxist party founded in 1876" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Society Islands",1,1,1 ], "Polynesia; consists of the Windward Islands and the Leeward Islands; became a French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Society Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the S Pacific: administratively part of French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Society Islands",1,1,1 ], "protectorate in 1843 and a colony in 1880| Pop|: 81,424 (1967 est|)| Area: 1595 sq| km (616" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Society Islands",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Society of Friends",1,1,1 ], "the official name for the Quakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Society of Jesus",1,1,1 ], "the religious order of the Jesuits, founded by Ignatius Loyola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socinian",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of the beliefs of Faustus and Laelius Socinus, who rejected such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socinian",1,1,1 ], "and held that those who follow Christ's virtues will be granted salvation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Socinian",1,1,1 ], "traditional Christian doctrines as the divinity of Christ, the Trinity, and original sin," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Socinian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Socinians or their beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socinus",1,1,1 ], "Italian name Fausto Sozzini, 1539-1604, and his uncle, Laelius , Italian name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socinus",1,1,1 ], "Lelio Sozzini, 1525-62, Italian Protestant theologians and reformers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Socotra",1,1,1 ], "Somali Republic: administratively part of Southern Yemen| Capital: Tamrida| Area: 3100" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Socotra",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, about 240 km (150 miles) off Cape Guardafui," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socotra",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1200 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Socrates",1,1,1 ], "470-399 b|c|, Athenian philosopher, whose beliefs are known only through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socrates",1,1,1 ], "condemned to death| He refused to flee and died by drinking hemlock" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Socrates",1,1,1 ], "stated hypothesis| He was indicted for impiety and corruption of youth (399) and was" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Socrates",1,1,1 ], "which was attained by a dialectical process that took into account many aspects of a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Socrates",1,1,1 ], "writings of his pupils Plato and Xenophon| He taught that virtue was based on knowledge," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Socratic irony",1,1,1 ], "a means of exposing inconsistencies in a person's opinions by close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socratic irony",1,1,1 ], "questioning and the admission of one's own ignorance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Socratic method",1,1,1 ], "beings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Socratic method",1,1,1 ], "elicit from his pupils truths he considered to be implicitly known by all rational" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Socratic method",1,1,1 ], "the method of instruction by question and answer used by Socrates in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socratic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Socrates, his methods, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socratic",1,2,1 ], "a person who follows the teachings of Socrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socred",1,1,1 ], "a supporter or member of a Social Credit movement or party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Socred",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Social Credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soc|",1,1,1 ], "socialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soc|",1,1,2 ], "society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soddy",1,1,1 ], "1877-1956, English chemist, whose work on radioactive disintegration led to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soddy",1,1,1 ], "the discovery of isotopes: Nobel prize for chemistry 1921" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sodium Pentothal",1,1,1 ], "another name for thiopentone sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sodom",1,1,1 ], "a city destroyed by God for its wickedness that, with Gomorrah, traditionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sodom",1,1,1 ], "typifies depravity (Genesis 19:24)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sodom",1,1,2 ], "this city as representing homosexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sodom",1,1,3 ], "any place notorious for depravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soekarno",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sukarno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soemba",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sumba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soembawa",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sumbawa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soenda Islands",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sunda Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soenda Strait",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sunda Strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soerabaja",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Surabaya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sofia",1,1,1 ], "Ancient name: Serdica|Bulgarian name: Sofiya " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sofia",1,1,1 ], "became capital of Bulgaria in 1879; university (1880)| Pop|: 962,500 (1974 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sofia",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Bulgaria, in the west: colonized by the Romans in 29 a|d|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sogdian",1,1,1 ], "a member of the people who lived in Sogdiana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sogdian",1,1,2 ], "branch of the Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sogdian",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, now almost extinct, belonging to the East Iranian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sogdian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Sogdiana, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sogdiana",1,1,1 ], "a region of ancient central Asia| Its chief city was Samarkand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soho",1,1,1 ], "a district of central London, in the City of Westminster: a foreign quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soho",1,1,1 ], "since the late 17th century, now chiefly known for restaurants, nightclubs," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soho",1,1,1 ], "striptease clubs, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Soissons",1,1,1 ], "a city in N France, on the Aisne River: has Roman remains and an 11th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soissons",1,1,1 ], "abbey| Pop|: 32,112 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sokoto",1,1,1 ], "149,066 sq| km (57,542 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sokoto",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW Nigeria: the country's largest state, formed in 1976 from part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sokoto",1,1,1 ], "of North-Western State| Capital: Sokoto| Pop|: 2,873,296 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sokoto",1,1,2 ], "a town in NW Nigeria, capital of Sokoto state: capital of the Fulah Empire in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sokoto",1,1,2 ], "the 19th century; Muslim place of pilgrimage| Pop|: 89,817 (1963)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sokotra",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Socotra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sol",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god personifying the sun| Greek counterpart: Helios" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sol",1,1,2 ], "a poetic word for the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solent",1,1,1 ], "England and the Isle of Wight| Width: up to 6 km (4 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solent",1,1,1 ], "a strait of the English Channel between the mainland coast of Hampshire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soleure",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Solothurn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solicitor General",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the law officer of the Crown ranking next to the Attorney General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solicitor General",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland to the Lord Advocate) and acting as his assistant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solihull",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in the S West Midlands near Birmingham: mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solihull",1,1,1 ], "residential| Pop|: 106,968 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solim",1,1,1 ], "the Brazilian name for the Amazon from the Peruvian border to the Rio Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soliman",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Suleiman I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solingen",1,1,1 ], "a city in West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia: a major European centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solingen",1,1,1 ], "the cutlery industry| Pop|: 175,923 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solo man",1,1,1 ], "a type of early man, Homo soloensis, of late Pleistocene times, having a skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solo man",1,1,1 ], "resembling that of Neanderthal man but with a smaller cranial capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon Islands Pidgin",1,1,1 ], "Protectorate and neighbouring islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon Islands Pidgin",1,1,1 ], "the variety of Neo-Melanesian spoken in the British Solomon Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon Islands",1,1,1 ], "(11,500 sq| miles);(Papua New Guinea) 10,619 sq| km (4100 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon Islands",1,1,1 ], "a northwest-southeast direction: the northernmost islands (Buka and Bougainville)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon Islands",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago in the SW Pacific, extending for almost 1450 km (900 miles) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon Islands",1,1,1 ], "form part of Papua New Guinea; the remainder, including Guadalcanal, form an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon Islands",1,1,1 ], "independent state, within the Commonwealth| Pop|: 196,823 (1976)| Area: 29,785 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon",1,1,1 ], "10th-century b|c| king of Israel, son of David and Bathsheba, credited with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon",1,1,1 ], "great wisdom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon's seal",1,1,1 ], "another name for Star of David" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon's seal",1,1,2 ], "any of several liliaceous plants of the genus Polygonatum of N temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon's seal",1,1,2 ], "regions, having greenish or yellow paired flowers, long narrow waxy leaves, and a thick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solomon's seal",1,1,2 ], "underground stem with prominent leaf scars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Solon",1,1,1 ], "638-559 b|c|, Athenian statesman, who introduced economic, political, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solon",1,1,1 ], "legal reforms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solothurn",1,1,1 ], "793 sq| km (306 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solothurn",1,1,1 ], "a canton of NW Switzerland| Capital: Solothurn| Pop|: 224,133 (1970)| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solothurn",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 17,708 (1970)|French name: Soleure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solothurn",1,1,2 ], "a town in NW Switzerland, capital of Solothurn canton, on the Aare River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solti",1,1,1 ], "Sir Georg | born 1912, British conductor, born in Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solutrean",1,1,1 ], "characterized by leaf-shaped flint blades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solutrean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an Upper Palaeolithic culture of Europe that was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solvay process",1,1,1 ], "an industrial process for manufacturing sodium carbonate| Carbon dioxide is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solvay process",1,1,1 ], "is precipitated and heated to form the carbonate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Solvay process",1,1,1 ], "passed into a solution of sodium chloride saturated with ammonia| Sodium bicarbonate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solway Firth",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Irish Sea between SW Scotland and NW England| Length: about 56" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solway Firth",1,1,1 ], "km (35 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Solyman",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Suleiman I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Solzhenitsyn" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1918, exiled Soviet novelist|His books include",1). c_DEF([ "Solzhenitsyn" ,1, 1, 2],"One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich",1). c_DEF([ "Solzhenitsyn" ,1, 1, 3],"Archipelago (1974)|His works are critical of the injustices of the Soviet regime and he was",2). c_DEF([ "Solzhenitsyn" ,1, 1, 3],"Soviet Union in 1974: Nobel prize for literature 1970",4). c_DEF([ "Solzhenitsyn" ,1, 1, 3],"The First Circle (1968), Cancer Ward (1968), August 1914 (1971), and The Gulag",1). c_DEF([ "Solzhenitsyn" ,1, 1, 3],"imprisoned (1945-53) and exiled to Siberia (1953-56)|He was deported to the West from the",3). c_DEF([ "Sol|",1,1,1 ], "solicitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sol|",1,1,2 ], "Solomon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somali",1,1,1 ], "a member of a tall dark-skinned people inhabiting Somalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somali",1,1,2 ], "Afro-Asiatic family of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Somali",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Cushitic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somali",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Somalia, the Somalis, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somalia",1,1,1 ], "1960| Languages: Arabic, Italian, English, and Somali| Religion: chiefly Sunni" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Somalia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 637,541 sq| km (246,154 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Somalia",1,1,1 ], "Italian protectorate in 1889; gained independence and united as the Somali Republic in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Somalia",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: Somali shilling| Capital: Mogadiscio| Pop|: 3,170,000 (1975 UN est|)|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Somalia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NE Africa, on the Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Aden: the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somalia",1,1,1 ], "became a British protectorate in 1884; the east and south were established as an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Somaliland",1,1,1 ], "a former region of E Africa, between the equator and the Gulf of Aden:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somaliland",1,1,1 ], "includes the Somali Republic, Djibouti, and SE Ethiopia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Somerset",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Taunton| Pop|: 404,400 (1976 est|)| Area: 3540 sq| km (1367 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Somerset",1,1,1 ], "a county of SW England, on the Bristol Channel: the Mendip Hills lie in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somerset",1,1,1 ], "north and Exmoor in the west; mainly agricultural (esp| dairying and fruit)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Somme",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 6277 sq| km (2448 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Somme",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Picardy region| Capital: Amiens| Pop|: 549,164" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somme",1,1,2 ], "Length: 245 km (152 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Somme",1,1,2 ], "a river in N France, rising in Aisne department and flowing west to Amiens," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Somme",1,1,2 ], "then northwest to the English Channel: scene of heavy fighting in World War I|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Somnus",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of sleep| Greek counterpart: Hypnos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Som|",1,1,1 ], "Somerset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Son of Man",1,1,1 ], "a title of Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Son",1,1,1 ], "the second person of the Trinity, Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sondheim" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1930, U|S| songwriter|He wrote the lyrics for",1). c_DEF([ "Sondheim" ,1, 1, 2],"and the score for Company (1971) and Follies of 1971|",1). c_DEF([ "Song Koi",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Vietnamese name for the Red River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Song of Solomon",1,1,1 ], "a book of the Old Testament consisting of a collection of dramatic love poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Song of Solomon",1,1,1 ], "traditionally ascribed to Solomon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Songhai",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Nilotic people of W Africa, living chiefly in Mali and Niger in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Songhai",1,1,1 ], "the central Niger valley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Songhai",1,1,2 ], "regarded as forming a branch of the Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Songhai",1,1,2 ], "the language or group of dialects spoken by this people, now generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sonora",1,1,1 ], "(71,403 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sonora",1,1,1 ], "a state of NW Mexico, on the Gulf of California: consists of a narrow coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sonora",1,1,1 ], "colonial times| Capital: Hermosillo| Pop|: 1,098,720 (1970)| Area: 184,934 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sonora",1,1,1 ], "plain rising inland to the Sierra Madre Occidental; an important mining area in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sons of Freedom",1,1,1 ], "a Doukhobor sect, located largely in British Columbia: notorious for its acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sons of Freedom",1,1,1 ], "of terrorism in opposition to the government in the 1950s and 1960s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soo Canals",1,1,1 ], "Canadian and on the U|S| side of the rapids of the St| Mary's River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soo Canals",1,1,1 ], "the two ship canals linking Lakes Superior and Huron| There is a canal on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soochow",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in S Kiangsu on the Grand Canal: noted for its gardens;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soochow",1,1,1 ], "produces chiefly silk| Pop|: 633,000 (1957 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soong",1,1,1 ], "(1959); and Soong Mei-ling (born 1898), who married Chiang Kai-shek" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Soong",1,1,1 ], "an influential Chinese family, notably Soong Ch'ing-ling (born 1890), who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soong",1,1,1 ], "married Sun Yat-sen and became a vice chairman of the People's Republic of China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sophocles",1,1,1 ], "496-406 b|c|, Greek dramatist; author of seven extant tragedies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sophy",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a title of the Persian monarchs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorata",1,1,1 ], "Real, with two peaks, Ancohuma, 6550 m (2l 490 ft|), and Illampu, 6485 m (21,276" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sorata",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in W Bolivia, in the Andes: the highest mountain in the Cordillera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorata",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sorb",1,1,1 ], "Germany (Lusatia)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sorb",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Slavonic people living chiefly in the rural areas of SE East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorbian",1,1,1 ], "Wendish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sorbian",1,1,1 ], "a West Slavonic language spoken in the rural areas of SE East Germany; modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorbian",1,1,2 ], "a speaker of this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorbian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to these people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorbonne",1,1,1 ], "a part of the University of Paris containing the faculties of science and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorbonne",1,1,1 ], "literature: founded in 1253 by Robert de Sorbon as a theological college; given to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sorbonne",1,1,1 ], "university in 1808" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sordello",1,1,1 ], "born 1200, Italian troubadour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorocaba",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sorocaba",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Brazil, in Sao Paulo state: industrial centre| Pop|: 165,990" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sorrento",1,1,1 ], "Naples and the Gulf of Salerno: a resort since Roman times| Pop|: 15,040 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sorrento",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Italy, in Campania on a mountainous peninsula between the Bay of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sosnowiec",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in S Poland| Pop|: 149,200 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sothic year",1,1,1 ], "the appearance of the star Sirius on the eastern horizon at dawn, which heralded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sothic year",1,1,1 ], "the fixed year of the ancient Egyptians, 365 days 6 hours long, beginning with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sothic year",1,1,1 ], "the yearly flooding of the Nile| A Sothic cycle contained 1460 such years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sothic",1,1,1 ], "relating to the star Sirius or to the rising of this star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sothis",1,1,1 ], "another name for Sirius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sotho",1,1,1 ], "a member of a large grouping of Negroid peoples of southern Africa, living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sotho",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in Botswana, South Africa, and Lesotho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sotho",1,1,2 ], "Lesotho, Tswana, and Pedi| It belongs to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sotho",1,1,2 ], "the group of mutually intelligible languages of this people, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sotho",1,1,3 ], "a member of the Basotho people; a Mosotho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sotho",1,1,4 ], "language of Lesotho along with English|Former name (for senses 3, 4): Basuto" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sotho",1,1,4 ], "the dialect of Sotho spoken by the Basotho; Sesotho| It is an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soudan",1,1,1 ], "the French name for the Sudan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soufri",1,1,1 ], "Height: 1234 m (4048 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soufri",1,1,1 ], "a volcano on N St| Vincent: erupted in 1902, killing about 2000 people|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soufri",1,1,2 ], "a volcano in the West Indies, on S Montserrat: the highest point on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soufri",1,1,2 ], "island| Height: 915 m (3002 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soufri",1,1,3 ], "a volcano in the French West Indies, on Guadeloupe| Height: 1484 m (4869 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soul",1,1,1 ], "another word for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soult",1,1,1 ], "1769-1851, French marshal under Napoleon I| Under Louis-Philippe he was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soult",1,1,1 ], "minister of war (1830-34; 1840-44)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sound",1,1,1 ], "a strait between SW Sweden and Zealand (Denmark), linking the Kattegat with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sound",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Swedish and Danish name: O/resund" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sound",1,1,1 ], "the Baltic: busy shipping lane| Length: 113 km (70 miles)| Narrowest point: 5 km (3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Souphanourong",1,1,1 ], "born 1902, Laotian statesman; president of Laos since 1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sour",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sousa",1,1,1 ], "1854-1932, U|S| bandmaster and composer of military marches, such as The Stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sousa",1,1,1 ], "and Stripes Forever (1897) and The Liberty Bell (1893)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "15,057,952 Bantus| Area: 1,221,044 sq| km (471,445 sq| miles)| Former name (1910-61):" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "1948; mainly plateau with mountains in the south and east| Mineral production" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "Cape Colony (1652) was acquired by Britain in 1806 and British victory in the Boer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "Commonwealth and became a republic in 1961; implementation of the apartheid system began in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "Pretoria (administrative)| Pop|: 21,448,169 (1970), including 3,751,328 Whites and" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "Religion: chiefly Christian| Currency: rand| Capitals: Cape Town (legislative) and" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "Union of South Africa" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "War resulted in the formation of the Union of South Africa in 1910, which left the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "a republic occupying the southernmost part of the African continent: the Dutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Africa",1,1,1 ], "includes gold, diamonds, coal, and copper| Official languages: Afrikaans and English|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "South African Dutch",1,1,1 ], "(not used in South Africa) another name for Afrikaans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South African",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Republic of South Africa, its inhabitants, or any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South African",1,1,1 ], "their languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South African",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Republic of South Africa, esp| a White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South America",1,1,1 ], "188,628,000 (1971 est|)| Area: 17,816,600 sq| km (6,879,000 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "South America",1,1,1 ], "Fuego| It comprises chiefly developing countries undergoing great changes| Pop|:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "South America",1,1,1 ], "by the Isthmus of Panama| It is dominated by the Andes Mountains, which extend" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South America",1,1,1 ], "jungle, desert, and temperate plains to the cold wet windswept region of Tierra del" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "South America",1,1,1 ], "over 7250 km (4500 miles) and include many volcanoes; ranges from dense tropical" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "South America",1,1,1 ], "the Pacific in the west, and the Atlantic in the east and joined to Central America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South America",1,1,1 ], "the fourth largest of the continents, bordering on the Caribbean in the north," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South American trypanosomiasis",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chagas' disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Arabia",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1959-67) of Southern Yemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Australia",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Adelaide| Pop|: 1,244,600 (1976)| Area: 984,395 sq| km (380,070 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "South Australia",1,1,1 ], "a state of S central Australia, on the Great Australian Bight: generally arid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Australia",1,1,1 ], "northeast, and the Flinders Range, Murray River basin, and salt lakes in the southeast|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Australia",1,1,1 ], "with the Great Victoria Desert in the west central part, the Lake Eyre basin in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Bend",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Indiana: university (1842)| Pop|: 122,004 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Carolina",1,1,1 ], "Columbia| Pop|: 2,590,516 (1970)| Area: 78,282 sq| km (30,225 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "South Carolina",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southeastern U|S|, on the Atlantic: the first state to secede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Carolina",1,1,1 ], "from the Union in 1860; consists largely of low-lying coastal plains, rising in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Carolina",1,1,1 ], "northwest to the Blue Ridge Mountains; the largest U|S| textile producer| Capital:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South China Sea",1,1,1 ], "Borneo, and the Philippines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South China Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the Pacific surrounded by SE China, Vietnam, the Malay Peninsula," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Dakota",1,1,1 ], "(75,955 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Dakota",1,1,1 ], "a state of the western U|S|: lies mostly in the Great Plains; the chief U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Dakota",1,1,1 ], "producer of gold and beryl| Capital: Pierre| Pop|: 666,257 (1970)| Area: 196,723 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Downs",1,1,1 ], "a range of low hills in S England, extending from W Dorset to E Sussex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Georgia",1,1,1 ], "Falkland Islands, of which it is a dependency| Area: 3755 sq| km (1450 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Georgia",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Atlantic, about 1300 km (800 miles) southeast of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "389,200 (1976 est|)| Area: 422 sq| km (163 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "Monmouthshire, and the county borough of Cardiff| Administrative centre: Cardiff| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "a county in S Wales, formed in 1974 from part of Glamorgan, two parishes from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Holland",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)| Area: 3196 sq| km (1234 sq| miles)| Dutch name: Zuidholland" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "South Holland",1,1,1 ], "Rhine, with large areas of reclaimed land; the most densely populated province in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Holland",1,1,1 ], "a province of the SW Netherlands, on the North Sea: lying mostly below sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Holland",1,1,1 ], "country, intensively cultivated and industrialized| Capital: The Hague| Pop|: 3,018,900" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "South Holland",1,1,1 ], "level, it has a coastal strip of dunes and is drained chiefly by distributaries of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Island",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 810,267 (1971)| Area: 153,947 sq| km (59,439 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Island",1,1,1 ], "the largest island of New Zealand, separated from North Island by Cook Strait|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Korea",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Seoul| Pop|: 34,688,000 (1975)| Area: 98,477 sq| km (38,022 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "South Korea",1,1,1 ], "Korea and Chinese Communists in 1950 but division remained unchanged at the end of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Korea",1,1,1 ], "Korean| Religions: Buddhist, Confucianist, Shamanist, and Chondokyo| Currency: won|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "South Korea",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NE Asia: established as a republic in 1948; invaded by North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Korea",1,1,1 ], "the war (1953); includes over 3000 islands; rapid industrialization| Language:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Orkney Islands",1,1,1 ], "621 sq| km (240 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Orkney Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the S Atlantic, southeast of Cape Horn: formerly a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Orkney Islands",1,1,1 ], "dependency of the Falkland Islands; part of British Antarctic Territory since 1962| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Ossetian Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, in the Georgian SSR on the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Ossetian Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "slopes of the Caucasus Mountains| Capital: Tskhinvali| Pop|: 99,421 (1970)| Area: 3900" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Ossetian Autonomous Region",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Pole",1,1,1 ], "the southernmost point on the earth's axis, at the latitude of 90 degrees S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Pole",1,1,2 ], "extended axis and the southern half of the celestial sphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Pole",1,1,2 ], "the point of intersection, in the constellation Octans, of the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "1392 km (865 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "a river in S central Canada, rising in S Alberta and flowing east and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Saskatchewan",1,1,1 ], "northeast to join the North Saskatchewan River, forming the Saskatchewan River| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Sea Bubble",1,1,1 ], "causing feverish speculation in their stocks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Sea Bubble",1,1,1 ], "taken over the national debt in return for a monopoly of trade with the South Seas," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Sea Bubble",1,1,1 ], "the financial crash that occurred in 1720 after the South Sea Company had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Sea Islands",1,1,1 ], "the islands in the S Pacific that constitute Oceania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Seas",1,1,1 ], "the seas south of the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Shetland Islands",1,1,1 ], "1962| Area: 4662 sq| km (1800 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Shetland Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the S Atlantic, north of the Antarctic Peninsula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Shetland Islands",1,1,1 ], "formerly a dependency of the Falkland Islands; part of British Antarctic Territory since" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Shields",1,1,1 ], "Shields: shipbuilding and marine engineering industries| Pop|: 100,513 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Shields",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, in Tyne and Wear on the Tyne estuary opposite North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Tyrol",1,1,1 ], "Area: 14,037 sq| km (5420 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Tyrol",1,1,1 ], "a former part of the Austrian state of Tyrol: ceded to Italy in 1919, becoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Tyrol",1,1,1 ], "the Bolzano and Trento provinces of the Trentino-Alto Adige Autonomous Region|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "a region of S Vietnam, on the South China Sea and the Gulf of Siam: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "independent republic (1955-76)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "(1885-1919): German Southwest Africa" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "(317,887 sq| miles)| Name recognized by the UN (since 1968): Namibia|Former name" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "Christians| Currency: rand| Capital: Windhoek| Pop|: 762,184 (1970)| Area: 823,328 sq| km" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "Germany in 1884 and mandated by the League of Nations to South Africa in 1920; the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "a disputed territory in southern Africa bordering on South Africa: annexed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "mandate was terminated by the UN in 1966 but this was ignored by South Africa, as was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "surrendered| Official languages: Afrikaans and English| Religion: mostly animist, with some" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "South West Africa",1,1,1 ], "the 1971 ruling by the International Court of Justice that the territory be" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "South Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|)| Area: 1562 sq| km (603 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "South Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "Doncaster, Sheffield, and Rotherham| Administrative centre: Sheffield| Pop|: 1,318,300" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "a metropolitan county of N England, comprising the districts of Barnsley," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,1,1 ], "imaginary line between the Wash and the Severn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,1,1 ], "the southern part of England, generally regarded as lying to the south of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,1,2,1 ], "states south of the Mason-Dixon line that formed the Confederacy during the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,1,2,1 ], "the area approximately south of Pennsylvania and the Ohio River, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,1,2,2 ], "the Confederacy itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,2,1,1 ], "of or denoting the southern part of a specified country, area, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "South",1,2,1,2 ], "the South Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southampton Island",1,1,1 ], "Bay: inhabited chiefly by Eskimos| Area: 49,470 sq| km (19,100 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southampton Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in N Canada, in the Northwest Territories at the entrance to Hudson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southampton",1,1,1 ], "English Channel): chief English passenger port; university (1952); shipyards and oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southampton",1,1,1 ], "a port in S England, in Hampshire on Southhampton Water (an inlet of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southampton",1,1,1 ], "refinery| Pop|: 214,826 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Southdown",1,1,1 ], "an English breed of sheep with short wool and a greyish-brown face and legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southeast Asia Treaty Organization",1,1,1 ], "the full name of SEATO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southeast Asia",1,1,1 ], "Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southeast Asia",1,1,1 ], "a region including Brunei, Burma, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southeast",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)the southeastern part of Britain, esp| the London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southeast",1,1,1 ], "area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southend-on-Sea",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Southend-on-Sea",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in SE Essex on the Thames estuary: one of England's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southend-on-Sea",1,1,1 ], "largest resorts, extending for about 11 km (7 miles) along the coast| Pop|: 162,326" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Alps",1,1,1 ], "Australasia| Highest peak: Mount Cook, 3764 m (12,349 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in New Zealand, on South Island: the highest range in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern British English",1,1,1 ], "Historically, it is derived from the S East Midland dialect of Middle English" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Southern British English",1,1,1 ], "as having high social status in comparison with other British English dialects|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southern British English",1,1,1 ], "the dialect of spoken English regarded as standard in England and considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Cross",1,1,1 ], "a small conspicuous constellation in the S hemisphere lying in the Milky Way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Cross",1,1,1 ], "near Centaurus| The four brightest stars form a cross the longer arm of which points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Cross",1,1,1 ], "to the south celestial pole| Formal names: Crux, Crux Australis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Lights",1,1,1 ], "another name for aurora australis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Rhodesia",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1964) of Rhodesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Sotho",1,1,1 ], "another name for Sesotho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Uplands",1,1,1 ], "a hilly region extending across S Scotland: includes the Lowther, Moorfoot," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Uplands",1,1,1 ], "and Lammermuir hills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Yemen",1,1,1 ], "Aden (national)| Pop|: 1,590,275 (1973)| Area: about 290,275 sq| km (112,075 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Yemen",1,1,1 ], "Democratic Republic of Yemen" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Yemen",1,1,1 ], "Turkish-occupied Yemen in 1914; became a republic in 1967| Official language: Arabic| Religion:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Yemen",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SW Asia, on the Gulf of Aden: Southern Yemen separated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Yemen",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Former name (1959-67): (Federation of)South Arabia|Official name: People's" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Southern Yemen",1,1,1 ], "mostly Sunni Muslim| Currency: dinar| Capital: Madinat ash Sha'b (administrative) and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Southern",1,1,1 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southern",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the south of a particular region or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southerner",1,1,1 ], "England or the Southern states of the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southerner",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the south of any specified region, esp| the South of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southey",1,1,1 ], "1774-1843, English poet, a friend of Wordsworth and Coleridge, attacked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southey",1,1,1 ], "Byron; poet laureate (1813-43)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southport",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southport",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in NW England, in Merseyside on the Irish Sea| Pop|: 84,349" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southport",1,1,2 ], "a city and resort in E Australia, extending for 32 km (20 miles) along the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southport",1,1,2 ], "coast of Queensland| Pop|: 80,250 (1975 est|)| Former name: Gold Coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southron",1,1,1 ], "a Southerner, esp| an Englishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southron",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of the South, esp| at the time of the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southron",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the South or to England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southwark",1,1,1 ], "Theatre; docks and warehouses| Pop|: 224,900 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Southwark",1,1,1 ], "a borough of S central Greater London, on the River Thames: site of the Globe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southwest",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)the southwestern part of Britain, esp| Cornwall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Southwest",1,1,1 ], "Devon, and Somerset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soutine",1,1,1 ], "1893-1943, French expressionist painter, born in Russia noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soutine",1,1,1 ], "portraits and still lifes, esp| of animal carcasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sovetsk",1,1,1 ], "Tilsit" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sovetsk",1,1,1 ], "a town in the W Soviet Union, in the Kaliningrad Region on the Neman River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sovetsk",1,1,1 ], "passed from East Prussia to the Soviet Union in 1945| Former name (until 1945):" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sovetsk",1,1,1 ], "scene of the signing of the treaty (1807) between Napoleon I and Tsar Alexander I;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Central Asia",1,1,1 ], "Turkmen, and Uzbek SSRs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Central Asia",1,1,1 ], "the region of the Soviet Union occupied by the Kazakh, Kirghiz, Tadzhik," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Russia",1,1,1 ], "Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Russia",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic or the Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Union",1,1,1 ], "Languages: Russian and many national minority languages| Currency: ruble| Capital: Moscow|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Union",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 257,900,000 (1977 est|)| Area: 22,402,202 sq| km (8,649,489 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Union",1,1,1 ], "a federal republic in E Europe and central and N Asia: the revolution of 1917" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Union",1,1,1 ], "achieved the overthrow of the monarchy and the USSR was established in 1922| It is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Union",1,1,1 ], "consists chiefly of plains, crossed by the Ural Mountains, with the Caucasus to the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Union",1,1,1 ], "largest country in the world, occupying a seventh of the total land surface, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Union",1,1,1 ], "south and mountains rising over 7350 m (24,500 ft|) in the extreme southwest|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Zone",1,1,1 ], "that part of Germany occupied by the Soviet forces from 1945: transformed into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet Zone",1,1,1 ], "the German Democratic Republic in 1949-50" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet",1,1,1 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soviet",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to the Soviet Union, its people, or its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soviets",1,1,1 ], "the people or government of the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soweto",1,1,1 ], "Africa: the largest purely Black African urban settlement in southern Africa: scene of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Soweto",1,1,1 ], "African children| Area: 62 sq| km (24 sq| miles)| Pop|: over 500,000" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Soweto",1,1,1 ], "a contiguous group of Black African townships southwest of Johannesburg, South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soweto",1,1,1 ], "riots (1976) following protests against the use of Afrikaans in schools for black" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Soyinka" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1934, Nigerian dramatist, novelist, and literary critic|His works include",1). c_DEF([ "Soyinka" ,1, 1, 1],"the plays",2). c_DEF([ "Soyinka" ,1, 1, 2],"(1965)",2). c_DEF([ "Soyinka" ,1, 1, 2],"The Road (1965), and Kongi's Harvest (1966), and the novel The Interpreters",1). c_DEF([ "Soyuz",1,1,1 ], "and operation of an orbiting space station" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Soyuz",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of manned Soviet spacecraft launched into earth orbit for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Soyuz",1,1,1 ], "purpose of studying docking procedures and other manoeuvres relevant to the building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "So|",1,1,1 ], "south(ern)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spa",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Belgium, in Liege province: a resort with medicinal mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spa",1,1,1 ], "springs (discovered in the 14th century)| Pop|: 9504 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spaak",1,1,1 ], "1899-1972, Belgian statesman, first socialist premier of Belgium (1937-38) a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spaak",1,1,1 ], "leading advocate of European unity, he was president of the consultative assembly of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spaak",1,1,1 ], "the Council of Europe (1949-51) and secretary-general of NATO (1957-61)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "1975| It consists chiefly of a central plateau (the Meseta), with the Pyrenees and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "Catholic| Currency: peseta| Capital: Madrid| Pop|: 34,032,801 (1970)| Area: 504,748 sq|" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean and the Atlantic: a leading European power in the 16th century, with many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom of SW Europe, occupying the Iberian peninsula between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "fascist dictatorship of Franco following the Civil War (1936-39) until his death in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "km (194,883 sq| miles)| Spanish name: Espana" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "overseas possessions, esp| in the New World; became a republic in 1931; under the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "the Mountains in the north and the Sierra Nevada in the south| Language: Spanish," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Spain",1,1,1 ], "with Catalan, Galician, and Basque regional minority languages| Religion: Roman" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Spalato",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spam",1,1,1 ], "a kind of tinned luncheon meat, made largely from pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spaniard",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish America",1,1,1 ], "French Guiana, and Surinam), Central America (except British Honduras), Mexico, Cuba," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish America",1,1,1 ], "Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and a number of small West Indian islands" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish America",1,1,1 ], "now chiefly Spanish-speaking: includes all of South America (except Brazil, Guyana," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish America",1,1,1 ], "the parts of America colonized by Spaniards from the 16th century onwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Armada",1,1,1 ], "in the Channel by the English fleets and almost completely destroyed by storms off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Armada",1,1,1 ], "the Hebrides" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Armada",1,1,1 ], "the great fleet sent by Philip II of Spain against England in 1588: defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Civil War",1,1,1 ], "by General Franco, succeeded in overthrowing the republican government| During the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Civil War",1,1,1 ], "countries" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Civil War",1,1,1 ], "the civil war in Spain from 1936 to 1939 in which insurgent nationalists, led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Civil War",1,1,1 ], "war Spain became an ideological battleground for fascists and socialists from all" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Guinea",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1964) of Equatorial Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Inquisition",1,1,1 ], "the institution that guarded the orthodoxy of Catholicism in Spain, chiefly by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Inquisition",1,1,1 ], "the persecution of heretics, Jews, etc|, esp| from the 15th to 17th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Main",1,1,1 ], "Isthmus of Panama to the mouth of the Orinoco River, Venezuela" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Main",1,1,1 ], "the mainland of Spanish America, esp| the N coast of South America from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Main",1,1,2 ], "Spanish treasure galleons and the haunt of pirates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Main",1,1,2 ], "the Caribbean Sea, the S part of which in colonial times was the route of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Morocco",1,1,1 ], "Morocco since 1956" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Morocco",1,1,1 ], "a former Spanish colony on the N coast of Morocco: part of the kingdom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish Sahara",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1975) of Western Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish West Africa",1,1,1 ], "a former overseas territory of Spain in NW Africa: divided in 1958 into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish West Africa",1,1,1 ], "overseas provinces of Ifni and Spanish Sahara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish bayonet",1,1,1 ], "aloifolia, that have a tall woody stem, stiff pointed leaves, and large clusters of white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish bayonet",1,1,1 ], "any of several American liliaceous plants of the genus Yucca, esp| Y|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish bayonet",1,1,1 ], "flowers: cultivated for ornament" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish cedar",1,1,1 ], "a tall meliaceous tree, Cedrela odorata, of tropical America, the East Indies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish cedar",1,1,1 ], "and Australia, having smooth bark, pinnate leaves, yellow flowers, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish cedar",1,1,1 ], "light-coloured aromatic wood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish fly",1,1,1 ], "a European blister beetle, Lytta (or Cantharis)vesicatoria, the dried bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish fly",1,1,1 ], "of which yield the pharmaceutical product cantharides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish fly",1,1,2 ], "another name for cantharides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish guitar",1,1,1 ], "and a central sound hole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish guitar",1,1,1 ], "the classic form of the guitar; a six-stringed instrument with a waisted body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish mackerel",1,1,1 ], "American coastal regions of the Atlantic: family Scombridae (mackerels, tunnies, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish mackerel",1,1,1 ], "any scombroid food fish of the genus Scomberomorus, esp| S| maculatus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish mackerel",1,1,2 ], "a mackerel, Scomber colias, of European and E North American coasts that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish mackerel",1,1,2 ], "similar to the common Atlantic mackerel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish moss",1,1,1 ], "an epiphytic bromeliaceous plant, Tillandsia usneoides, growing in tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish moss",1,1,1 ], "and subtropical regions as long bluish-grey strands suspended from the branches of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish moss",1,1,1 ], "trees" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish moss",1,1,2 ], "a tropical lichen, Usnea longissima, growing as long trailing green threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish moss",1,1,2 ], "from the branches of trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish omelette",1,1,1 ], "an omelette made by adding green peppers, onions, tomato, etc|, to the eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish onion",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of large mild-flavoured onions that are usually eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish onion",1,1,1 ], "raw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish paprika",1,1,1 ], "a mild seasoning made from a variety of red pepper grown in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish rice",1,1,1 ], "rice cooked with tomatoes, onions, green peppers, etc|, and often flavoured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish rice",1,1,1 ], "with saffron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish windlass",1,1,1 ], "a stick used as a device for twisting and tightening a rope or cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish",1,1,1 ], "Central America except Brazil: also spoken in Africa, the Far East, and elsewhere| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish",1,1,1 ], "Spanish is an Indo-European language belonging to the Romance group" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish",1,1,1 ], "is the native language of approximately 200 million people throughout the world|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish",1,1,1 ], "the official language of Spain, Mexico, and most countries of South and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish",1,1,2 ], "the Spanish| Spaniards collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Spanish language or its speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Spain or Spaniards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish-American War",1,1,1 ], "from Cuba and its cession of Guam, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish-American War",1,1,1 ], "the war between the U|S| and Spain (1898) resulting in Spain's withdrawal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish-American",1,1,1 ], "Americas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish-American",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any of the Spanish-speaking countries or peoples of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish-American",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Spanish America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spanish-American",1,2,2 ], "a Spanish-speaking person in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Span|",1,1,1 ], "Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spark",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, Scottish novelist; her works include Memento Mori (1959), The Prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spark",1,1,1 ], "of Miss Jean Brodie (1961), and The Abbess of Crewe (1974)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sparta",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city in the S Peloponnese, famous for the discipline and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sparta",1,1,1 ], "military prowess of its citizens and for their austere way of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spartacus",1,1,1 ], "died 71 b|c|, Thracian slave, who led an ultimately unsuccessful revolt of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spartacus",1,1,1 ], "gladiators against Rome (73-71 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spartan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Sparta or its citizens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spartan",1,1,2 ], "very strict or austere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spartan",1,1,3 ], "possessing courage and resolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spartan",1,2,1 ], "a citizen of Sparta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spartan",1,2,2 ], "a disciplined or brave person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spassky",1,1,1 ], "born 1937, Soviet chess player world champion (1969-72)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Speaker",1,1,1 ], "House of Commons in Britain and Canada and the House of Representatives in the U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Speaker",1,1,1 ], "and Australia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Speaker",1,1,1 ], "the presiding officer in any of numerous legislative bodies, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Special Branch",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the department of the police force that is concerned with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Special Branch",1,1,1 ], "political security" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Speedwriting",1,1,1 ], "a form of shorthand in which alphabetic combinations are used to represent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Speedwriting",1,1,1 ], "groups of sounds or short common words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spenborough",1,1,1 ], "a town in N England, in West Yorkshire: textile centre| Pop|: 40,693 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spence",1,1,1 ], "Cathedral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spence",1,1,1 ], "Sir Basil 1907-76, Scottish architect, born in India; designed Coventry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spence",1,1,2 ], "(1951)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spencer Gulf",1,1,1 ], "Peninsulas| Length: about 320 km (200 miles)| Greatest width: about 145 km (90 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spencer Gulf",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Indian Ocean in S Australia, between the Eyre and Yorke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spencer",1,1,1 ], "Herbert| 1820-1903, English philosopher, who applied evolutionary theory to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spencer",1,1,1 ], "the study of society, favouring laissez-faire doctrines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spencer",1,1,2 ], "Christ in a contemporary English setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spencer",1,1,2 ], "Sir Stanley| 1891-1959, English painter, noted esp| for his paintings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spender",1,1,1 ], "(1953-67)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spender",1,1,1 ], "born 1909, English poet and critic, who played an important part in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spender",1,1,1 ], "left-wing literary movement of the 1930s: coeditor of Horizon (1939-41) and of Encounter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spengler" ,1, 1, 1],"1880-1936, German philosopher of history, noted for",1). c_DEF([ "Spengler" ,1, 1, 2],"The Decline of the West",1). c_DEF([ "Spengler" ,1, 1, 3],"which argues that civilizations go through natural cycles of growth and decay",1). c_DEF([ "Spenser",1,1,1 ], "1552-99, English poet celebrated for The Faerie Queene (1590; 1596), an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spenser",1,1,1 ], "Calendar (1579) and the marriage poem Epithalamion (1594)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spenser",1,1,1 ], "allegorical romance| His other verse includes the collection of eclogues The Shepherd's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spenserian sonnet",1,1,1 ], "a sonnet form used by the poet Spenser having the rhyme scheme a b a b b c b c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spenserian sonnet",1,1,1 ], "c d c d e e" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spenserian stanza",1,1,1 ], "b b c b c c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spenserian stanza",1,1,1 ], "consisting of eight lines in iambic pentameter and a concluding Alexandrine, rhyming a b a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spenserian stanza",1,1,1 ], "the stanza form used by the poet Spenser in his poem The Faerie Queene," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spenserian",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of Edmund Spenser or his poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spenserian",1,2,1 ], "a student or imitator of Edmund Spenser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spey",1,1,1 ], "Mountains to the Moray Firth: salmon-fishing| Length: 172 km (107 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spey",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Scotland, flowing generally northeast through the Grampian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Speyer",1,1,1 ], "50 imperial diets| Pop|: 42,800 (1970)| English name: Spires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Speyer",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW West Germany, in Rhineland-Palatinate on the Rhine: the scene of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sphinx",1,1,1 ], "Greek myth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sphinx",1,1,2 ], "a monster with a woman's head and a lion's body| She lay outside Thebes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sphinx",1,1,2 ], "answered the riddle and the Sphinx then killed herself" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sphinx",1,1,2 ], "asking travellers a riddle and killing them when they failed to answer it| Oedipus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sphinx",1,1,3 ], "head is a carved portrait of the fourth-dynasty Pharaoh, Chephren" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sphinx",1,1,3 ], "the huge statue of a sphinx near the pyramids at Gisa in Egypt, of which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spica",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Virgo| Distance: 120 light years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spice Islands",1,1,1 ], "the former name of the Moluccas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spinoza" ,1, 1, 1],"1632-77, Dutch philosopher who constructed a metaphysical system derived from",1). c_DEF([ "Spinoza" ,1, 1, 1],"a series of hypotheses that he judged self-evident| His chief work is",2). c_DEF([ "Spinozism",1,1,1 ], "reality possessing an infinite number of attributes of which we can know at least" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spinozism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical system of Spinoza, esp| the concept of God as the unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spinozism",1,1,1 ], "thought and extension" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spires",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Speyer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spirit",1,1,1,1 ], "another name for the Holy Ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spirit",1,1,1,2 ], "God, esp| when regarded as transcending material limitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spirit",1,1,2 ], "the influence of God or divine things upon the soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spirit",1,1,3 ], "God or divine substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spithead",1,1,1 ], "an extensive anchorage between the mainland of England and the Isle of Wight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spithead",1,1,1 ], "off Portsmouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spitsbergen",1,1,1 ], "another name for Svalbard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spitz",1,1,1 ], "born 1950, U|S| swimmer, who won seven gold medals at the 1972 Olympic Games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Split",1,1,1 ], "Diocletian (295-305)| Pop|: 152,905 (1971)| Italian name: Spalato" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Split",1,1,1 ], "Yugoslavia in 1918 after Austrian rule since 1797: shipbuilding; remains of the palace of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Split",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in W Yugoslavia, in Croatia on the Adriatic: became part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spock",1,1,1 ], "Care (1946) has influenced the upbringing of children throughout the world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spock",1,1,1 ], "born 1903, U|S| paediatrician, whose The Common Sense Book of Baby and Child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Spokane",1,1,1 ], "173,971 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Spokane",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Washington: commercial centre of an agricultural region| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sporades",1,1,1 ], "northeast of Euboea, and the Southern Sporades, which include the Dodecanese and lie off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sporades",1,1,1 ], "the SW coast of Turkey" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sporades",1,1,1 ], "two groups of Greek islands in the Aegean: the Northern Sporades, lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Springbok",1,1,1 ], "an amateur athlete who has represented South Africa in international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Springbok",1,1,1 ], "competitions, esp| in cricket or rugby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield rifle",1,1,1 ], "a magazine-fed bolt-action breech-loading |30 calibre rifle formerly used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield rifle",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| Army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 160,358 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Massachusetts, on the Connecticut River: the site of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield",1,1,1 ], "arsenal and armoury (1794-1968), which developed the Springfield and Garand rifles|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield",1,1,2 ], "a city in SW Missouri| Pop|: 128,310 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield",1,1,3 ], "Abraham Lincoln| Pop|: 91,753 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Springfield",1,1,3 ], "a city in central Illinois, capital of the state: the home and burial place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Springs",1,1,1 ], "a city in E South Africa, in the Transvaal: developed around a coal mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Springs",1,1,1 ], "established in 1885 and later became a major world gold-mining centre, now with uranium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Springs",1,1,1 ], "extraction| Pop|: 104,090 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Spud Island",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for Prince Edward Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sp|",1,1,1 ], "Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sp|",1,1,2 ], "Spaniard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sp|",1,1,3 ], "Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sqn| Ldr|",1,1,1 ], "squadron leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sq|",1,1,1 ], "Squadron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sq|",1,1,2 ], "(in place names) Square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sr",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for strontium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sra|",1,1,1 ], "Senora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Srbija",1,1,1 ], "the Serbian name for Serbia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sri Lanka",1,1,1 ], "13,986,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area: 65,610 sq| km (25,332 sq| miles)| Official name (since" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Sri Lanka",1,1,1 ], "1948, becoming a republic within the Commonwealth in 1970| Exports include tea," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sri Lanka",1,1,1 ], "1978): Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka| Former name (until 1970): Ceylon" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Sri Lanka",1,1,1 ], "Hinayana Buddhist majority| Currency: Sri Lanka rupee| Capital: Colombo| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sri Lanka",1,1,1 ], "a republic in S Asia, occupying the island of Ceylon: settled by the Sinhalese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sri Lanka",1,1,1 ], "cocoa, cinnamon, and copra| Languages: Sinhalese, Tamil, and English| Religion:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sri Lanka",1,1,1 ], "from S India in about 550 b|c|; became a British colony 1802; gained independence in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Srinagar",1,1,1 ], "Kashmir (1948)| Pop|: 403,413 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Srinagar",1,1,1 ], "a city in N India, the summer capital of the state of Jammu and Kashmir, at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Srinagar",1,1,1 ], "altitude of 1600 m (5250 ft|) on the Jhelum River: seat of the University of Jammu and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Srta|",1,1,1 ], "Senorita" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sr|",1,1,1 ], "(after a name) senior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sr|",1,1,2 ], "Senor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sr|",1,1,3 ], "Sir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sr|",1,1,4 ], "Sister (religious)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sta",1,1,1 ], "1766-1817, French writer and salonist, whose works, esp| De l'Allemagne (1810)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sta",1,1,1 ], "anticipated French romanticism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sta",1,1,1 ], "full name Baronne Anne Louise Germaine (n'ee Necker)de Stael-Holstein|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stabat Mater",1,1,1 ], "Virgin Mary at the crucifixion and used in the Mass and various other services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stabat Mater",1,1,1 ], "a Latin hymn, probably of the 13th century, commemorating the sorrows of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stabat Mater",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this hymn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stabroek",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1812) of Georgetown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Staffa",1,1,1 ], "Cave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Staffa",1,1,1 ], "an island in W Scotland, in the Inner Hebrides west of Mull: site of Fingal's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stafford",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 54,890 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stafford",1,1,1 ], "a market town in central England, administrative centre of Staffordshire|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stafford",2,1,1 ], "Sir Edward William| 1819-1901, New Zealand statesman, born in Scotland: prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stafford",2,1,1 ], "minister of New Zealand (1856-61; 1865-69; 1872)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Staffordshire terrier",1,1,1 ], "a breed of smooth-coated terrier with a stocky frame and generally a pied or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Staffordshire terrier",1,1,1 ], "brindled coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Staffordshire",1,1,1 ], "Pennine uplands in the north; important in the history of industry, coal and iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Staffordshire",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 997,600 (1976 est|)| Area: 2245 sq| km (1049 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Staffordshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of central England: coalfields lie in the east and south and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Staffordshire",1,1,1 ], "having been worked at least since the 13th century| Administrative centre: Stafford|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Staffs| ",1,1,1 ], "Staffordshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stagira",1,1,1 ], "Aristotle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stagira",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city on the coast of Chalcidice in Macedonia: the birthplace of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stagirite",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of Stagira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stagirite",1,1,2 ], "an epithet of Aristotle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Staines",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in N Surrey on the River Thames| Pop|: 56,386 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Staked Plain",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Llano Estacado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stakhanovism",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) a system designed to raise production by offering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stakhanovism",1,1,1 ], "incentives to efficient workers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin Peak",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Kommunizma Peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Donetsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",1,1,2 ], "the former name (1950-61) of Brasov" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",1,1,3 ], "the former name (1949-56) of Varna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",2,1,1 ], "Lenin as head of the party and created a totalitarian state, crushing all opposition," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",2,1,1 ], "collectivization of agriculture and established the Soviet Union as a world power" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",2,1,1 ], "esp| in the great purges of 1934-37| He instigated rapid industrialization and the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",2,1,1 ], "general secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (1922-53)| He succeeded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stalin",2,1,1 ], "original name Iosif Vissarionovich Dzhugashvili| 1879-1953, Soviet leader;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalinabad",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1929-61) of Dushanbe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalingrad",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1925-61) of Volgograd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalinism",1,1,1 ], "Marxism-Leninism characterized by totalitarianism, rigid bureaucracy, and loyalty to the Soviet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stalinism",1,1,1 ], "state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stalinism",1,1,1 ], "the theory and form of government associated with Stalin: a variant of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalinogrod",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1953-56) for Katowice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stalinsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1932-61) of Novokuznetsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stambul",1,1,1 ], "ancient Byzantium; sometimes used as a name for the whole city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stambul",1,1,1 ], "the old part of Istanbul, Turkey, south of the Golden Horn: the site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stamford Bridge",1,1,1 ], "Harold of England defeated his brother Tostig and King Harald Hardrada of Norway," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stamford Bridge",1,1,1 ], "a village in N England, east of York: site of a battle (1066) in which King" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stamford Bridge",1,1,1 ], "three weeks before the Battle of Hastings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stamford",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Connecticut, on Long Island Sound: major chemical research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stamford",1,1,1 ], "laboratories| Pop|: 104,651 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stamp Act",1,1,1 ], "a law passed by the British Parliament requiring all publications and legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stamp Act",1,1,1 ], "and commercial documents in the American colonies to bear a tax stamp (1765): a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stamp Act",1,1,1 ], "cause of unrest in the colonies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Standish",1,1,1 ], "1584-1656, English military leader of the Pilgrim Fathers at Plymouth, New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Standish",1,1,1 ], "England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stanford-Binet test",1,1,1 ], "a revision, esp| for U|S| use, of the Binet-Simon scale designed to measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanford-Binet test",1,1,1 ], "mental ability by comparing the performance of an individual with the average" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stanford-Binet test",1,1,1 ], "performance for his age group" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stanislavsky",1,1,1 ], "(1897)|He is famous for his theory of acting, known as the Method, which directs the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stanislavsky",1,1,1 ], "1863-1938, Russian actor and director, cofounder of the Moscow Art Theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanislavsky",1,1,1 ], "actor to find the truth within himself about the role he is playing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley Falls",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Boyoma Falls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley Pool",1,1,1 ], "Area: 829 sq| km (320 sq| miles)| Zairese name: Pool Malebo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley Pool",1,1,1 ], "a lake between Zaire and the Congo, formed by a widening of the River Congo|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE England, in N Durham| Pop|: 41,940 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",1,1,2 ], "Mountain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",1,1,2 ], "Mount| a mountain in central Africa, between Uganda and Zaire: the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",1,1,2 ], "peak of the Rumenzori range| Height: 5109 m (16,763 ft|)| Zaire name: Ngaliema" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",2,1,1 ], "Sir Henry Morton| 1841-1904, British explorer and journalist, who led an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",2,1,1 ], "expedition to Africa in search of Livingstone, whom he found on Nov| 10, 1871| He led" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",2,1,1 ], "in securing Belgian sovereignty over the Congo Free State" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Stanley",2,1,1 ], "three further expeditions in Africa (1874-77; 1879-84; 1887-89) and was instrumental" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stanleyville",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1966) of Kisangani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stannaries",1,1,1 ], "a tin-mining district of Devon and Cornwall, under the jurisdiction of special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stannaries",1,1,1 ], "courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stanovoi Range",1,1,1 ], "(8143 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stanovoi Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the SE Soviet Union: forms part of the watershed between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stanovoi Range",1,1,1 ], "rivers flowing to the Arctic and the Pacific| Highest peak: Mount Skalisty, 2482 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stans",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Switzerland, capital of Nidwalden demicanton, 11 km (7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stans",1,1,1 ], "miles) southeast of Lucerne: tourist centre| Pop|: 5180 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Star Chamber",1,1,1 ], "monarchs; abolished 1641" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Star Chamber",1,1,1 ], "the Privy Council sitting as a court of equity, esp| powerful under the Tudor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Star of Bethlehem",1,1,1 ], "Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Star of Bethlehem",1,1,1 ], "the star that is supposed to have appeared above Bethlehem at the birth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Star of David",1,1,1 ], "an emblem symbolizing Judaism and consisting of a six-pointed star formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Star of David",1,1,1 ], "superimposing one equilateral triangle upon another of equal size" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Star-Spangled Banner",1,1,1 ], "the national anthem of the United States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Star-Spangled Banner",1,1,2 ], "another term for the Stars and Stripes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stara Zagora",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stara Zagora",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Bulgaria: ceded to Bulgaria by Turkey in 1877| Pop|: 121,505" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stark",1,1,1 ], "1874-1957, German physicist, who discovered the splitting of the lines of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stark",1,1,1 ], "effect, 1913): Nobel prize for physics 1919" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stark",1,1,1 ], "spectrum when the source of light is subjected to a strong electrostatic field (Stark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Starr",1,1,1 ], "original name Richard Starkey| born 1940, English rock musician: drummer for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Starr",1,1,1 ], "the Beatles (1962-70)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stars and Bars",1,1,1 ], "the flag of the Confederate States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stars and Stripes",1,1,1 ], "Banner" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Stars and Stripes",1,1,1 ], "horizontal stripes representing the original states" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stars and Stripes",1,1,1 ], "stars representing the present states on a blue field and seven red and six white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stars and Stripes",1,1,1 ], "the national flag of the United States of America, consisting of 50 white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "State prison",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a prison where persons convicted of serious crimes are confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Statehouse",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the building which houses a state legislature; State capitol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Statehouse",1,1,2 ], "a building in which public affairs or state ceremonies are conducted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Staten Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in SE New York State, in New York Harbor: forms the Richmond borough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Staten Island",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Staten Island",1,1,1 ], "of New York city; heavy industry| Pop|: 295,443 (1970)| Area: 155 sq| km (60 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "States General",1,1,1 ], "the bicameral legislature of the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "States General",1,1,1,1 ], "an assembly of the estates of an entire country in contrast to those of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "States General",1,1,1,1 ], "single province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "States General",1,1,1,2 ], "1789" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "States General",1,1,1,2 ], "Estates General| the assembly of the estates of all France, last meeting in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "States General",1,1,1,3 ], "the sovereign body of the Dutch republic from the 16th to 18th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "States of the Church",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Papal States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "States",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the United States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stationers' Company",1,1,1 ], "a guild, established by Royal Charter from Queen Mary in 1557, composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stationers' Company",1,1,1 ], "booksellers, printers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Statius",1,1,1 ], "45-96 a|d|, Roman poet; author of the collection Silvae and of two epics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Statius",1,1,1 ], "Thebais and the unfinished Achilleis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Statue of Liberty",1,1,1 ], "Island: a gift from France, erected in 1885" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Statue of Liberty",1,1,1 ], "a monumental statue personifying liberty, in New York Harbor, on Liberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Statute of Westminster",1,1,1 ], "dominions within the Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Statute of Westminster",1,1,1 ], "the act of Parliament that formally recognized the independence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stavanger",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Norway: canning and shipbuilding industries| Pop|: 81,847 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stavropol",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stavropol",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union: founded as a fortress in 1777| Pop|: 233,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stavropol",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1964) of Togliatti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stbark",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Tannenberg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stecher",1,1,1 ], "200 metres in the 1972 Olympic Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stecher",1,1,1 ], "nee Meissner| born 1950, East German sprinter: won the women's 100 metres and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steel",1,1,1 ], "1977, he entered into a controversial agreement with the Labour government, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steel",1,1,1 ], "born 1938, British politician; leader (since 1976) of the Liberal Party| In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steel",1,1,1 ], "undertook to consult the Liberals in return for their support" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Steele",1,1,1 ], "Joseph Addison he was the chief contributor to the periodicals The Tatler (1709-11)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steele",1,1,1 ], "Sir Richard| 1672-1729, British essayist and dramatist, born in Ireland; with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steele",1,1,1 ], "and The Spectator (1711-12)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Steen",1,1,1 ], "1626-1679, Dutch genre painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stefansson",1,1,1 ], "1879-1962, Canadian explorer, noted for his books on the Eskimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steffens",1,1,1 ], "(Joseph)Lincoln| 1866-1936, U|S| political analyst, known for his exposure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steffens",1,1,1 ], "political corruption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steier",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Steyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steiermark",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Styria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stein",1,1,1 ], "(sta$In)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stein",1,1,2 ], "Gertrude| 1874-1946, U|S| writer, resident in Paris (1903-1946)| Her works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stein",1,1,2 ], "include Three Lives (1908) and The Autobiography of Alice B| Toklas (1933)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stein",1,1,3 ], "Heinrich Friedrich Carl , Baron Stein| 1757-1831, Prussian statesman, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stein",1,1,3 ], "coalition against Napoleon (1813-15)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stein",1,1,3 ], "contributed greatly to the modernization of Prussia and played a major role in the European" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steinbeck",1,1,1 ], "1902-68, U|S| writer, noted for his novels about agricultural workers, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steinbeck",1,1,1 ], "The Grapes of Wrath (1939): Nobel prize for literature 1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steinberg" ,1, 1, 1],"1894-1969, Austrian film director, whose films include",1). c_DEF([ "Steinberg" ,1, 1, 2],"and the unfinished I, Claudius (1937)",1). c_DEF([ "Steiner",1,1,1 ], "1861-1925, Austrian philosopher, founder of anthroposophy|He was particularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steiner",1,1,1 ], "influential in education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steinitz",1,1,1 ], "1836-1900, U|S| chess player, born in Prague world champion (1866-94)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stellite",1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys containing cobalt, chromium, carbon, tungsten, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stellite",1,1,1 ], "hard surface-coatings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stellite",1,1,1 ], "molybdenum: characteristically very hard and wear resistant, they are used as castings or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sten gun",1,1,1 ], "a light sub-machine-gun formerly used in the British Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stendhal",1,1,1 ], "Le Rouge et le noir (1830) and La Chartreuse de Parme (1839)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stendhal",1,1,1 ], "later novelists in his psychological analysis of character| His two chief novels are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stendhal",1,1,1 ], "original name Marie Henri Beyle| 1783-1842, French writer, who anticipated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stenotype",1,1,1 ], "a machine with a keyboard for recording speeches, etc|, in a phonetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stenotype",1,1,1 ], "shorthand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stenotype",1,1,2 ], "any machine resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stenotype",1,1,3 ], "the phonetic symbol typed in one stroke of such a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stentor",1,1,1 ], "a Greek herald with a powerful voice who died after he lost a shouting contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stentor",1,1,1 ], "with Hermes, herald of the gods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,1 ], "1097-1154, king of England (1135-54); grandson of William the Conqueror| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,1 ], "Maltilda| He eventually recognized her son (later Henry II) as his successor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,1 ], "seized the throne on the death of Henry I, causing civil war with Henry's daughter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,2 ], "Saint| died 35 a|d|, the first Christian martyr| Feast day: Dec| 26" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,3 ], "I (997-1038)| Feast day: Sept| 2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,3 ], "Saint, Hungarian name Istvan| 975-1038 a|d|, first king of Hungary as Stephen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,4 ], "called Saint Stephen I| died 257 a|d|; pope (254-57)| Feast day: Aug| 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,5 ], "Dictionary of National Biography;father of the novelist Virginia Woolf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stephen",1,1,5 ], "Sir Leslie| 1832-1904, English biographer, critic, and first editor of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stephenson",1,1,1 ], "(1814); constructed the first railway line to carry passengers, the Stockton and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stephenson",1,1,1 ], "Darlington Railway (opened 1825)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stephenson",1,1,1 ], "George| 1781-1848, English inventor of the first successful steam locomotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stephenson",1,1,2 ], "his son, Robert| 1803-59, English engineer, noted for his construction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stephenson",1,1,2 ], "railway bridges and viaducts, esp| the tubular bridge over the Menai Straits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steppes",1,1,1 ], "the huge grasslands of Eurasia, chiefly in the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Steppes",1,1,2 ], "another name for Kirghiz Steppe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sterlitamak",1,1,1 ], "209,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sterlitamak",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W central Soviet Union, in the Bashkir ASSR| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stern",1,1,1 ], "born 1920, U|S| concert violinist, born in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sterne",1,1,1 ], "(1768)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sterne",1,1,1 ], "1713-68, English novelist, born in Ireland, author of The Life and Opinions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sterne",1,1,1 ], "Tristram Shandy, Gentleman (1759-67) and A Sentimental Journey through France and Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stettin",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Szczecin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevenage",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in N Hertfordshire on the Great North Road: developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevenage",1,1,1 ], "chiefly as the first of the new towns (1946)| Pop|: 66,918 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stevengraph",1,1,1 ], "a picture, usually small, woven in silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevens",1,1,1 ], "Thaddeus | 1792-1868, U|S| Radical Republican politician| An opponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevens",1,1,1 ], "impeachment of President Andrew Johnson" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stevens",1,1,1 ], "slavery, he supported Reconstruction and entered the resolution calling for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stevens",1,1,2 ], "(1923), The Man with the Blue Guitar (1937), and Transport to Summer (1947)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stevens",1,1,2 ], "Wallace| 1879-1955, U|S| poet, whose books include the collections Harmonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevenson",1,1,1 ], "Adlai Ewing | 1900-68, U|S| statesman: twice defeated as Democratic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevenson",1,1,1 ], "presidential candidate (1952; 1956); U|S| delegate at the United Nations (1961-65)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stevenson",1,1,2 ], "Robert Louis 1850-94, Scottish writer: his novels include Treasure Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevenson",1,1,3 ], "(1883) and Kidnapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stevenson",1,1,4 ], "(1886)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart Island",1,1,1 ], "South Island| Pop|: 414 (1971)| Area: 1735 sq| km (670 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart Island",1,1,1 ], "the third largest island of New Zealand, in the SW Pacific off the S tip of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart",1,1,1 ], "Queen of Scots (Mary Stuart)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart",1,1,1 ], "the usual spelling for the royal house of Stuart before the reign of Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart",1,1,2 ], "Jackie| born 1939, Scottish motor-racing driver: world champion 1969, 1971," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart",1,1,2 ], "and 1973" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart",1,1,3 ], "Rod| born 1945, Scottish rock singer: vocalist with The Faces (1969-75)| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stewart",1,1,3 ], "albums include Never a Dull Moment (1972) and A Night on the Town (1976)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steyr",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Steyr",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N central Austria, in Upper Austria| Pop|: 40,578" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ste|",1,1,1 ], "Saint (female)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stheno",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Gorgons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sth|",1,1,1 ], "South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stilicho",1,1,1 ], "(395-408), which he defended against the Visigoths" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stilicho",1,1,1 ], "365-408 a|d|, Roman general and statesman, born a Vandal| As the guardian of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stilicho",1,1,1 ], "Emperor Theodosius' son Honorius, he was effective ruler of the Western Roman Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stillson wrench",1,1,1 ], "a large wrench having jaws that tighten as the pressure on the handle is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stillson wrench",1,1,1 ], "increased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stilton",1,1,1 ], "either of two rich cheeses made from whole milk, blue-veined (blue Stilton) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stilton",1,1,1 ], "white (white Stilton), both very strong in flavour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stirling",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Scotland, administrative centre of the Central region, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stirling",1,1,1 ], "between the 12th century and 1603| Pop|: 29,769 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stirling",1,1,1 ], "the River Forth: its castle was a regular residence of many Scottish monarchs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stirling",1,1,2 ], "(until 1975) a county of central Scotland, now part of the Central region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stirling's formula",1,1,1 ], "a formula giving the approximate value of the factorial of a large number n," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stirling's formula",1,1,1 ], "as n!'n sqrt 2r" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stir|",1,1,1 ], "Stirlingshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stockhausen" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1928, German composer, whose avant-garde music exploits advanced",1). c_DEF([ "Stockhausen" ,1, 1, 1],"serialization, electronic sounds, group improvization, and vocal and instrumental timbres and",2). c_DEF([ "Stockhausen" ,1, 1, 1],"techniques| Works include",3). c_DEF([ "Stockhausen" ,1, 1, 2],"for three orchestras, Stimmung (1968) for six vocalists, and Ylem (1972) for",1). c_DEF([ "Stockhausen" ,1, 1, 2],"instrumental ensemble and tape|",2). c_DEF([ "Stockholm",1,1,1 ], "Malar into the Baltic: situated partly on the mainland and partly on islands;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stockholm",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Sweden, a port in the E central part at the outflow of Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stockholm",1,1,1 ], "traditionally founded about 1250; university (1877)| Pop|: 671,226 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stockport",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester: an early textile centre and scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stockport",1,1,1 ], "of several labour disturbances in the early 19th century| Pop|: 139,633 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stockton",1,1,1 ], "University of the Pacific (1851)| Pop|: 114,159 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stockton",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in central California, on the San Joaquin River: seat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stockton-on-Tees",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, in Cleveland on the River Tees: industrial centre," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stockton-on-Tees",1,1,1 ], "famous for the Stockton-Darlington Railway (1825), the first passenger-carrying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stockton-on-Tees",1,1,1 ], "railway in the world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stockwood",1,1,1 ], "Mervyn| born 1913, English Anglican prelate; bishop of Southwark since 1959" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stoic",1,1,1 ], "a member of the ancient Greek school of philosophy founded by Zeno, holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stoic",1,1,1 ], "natural law" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stoic",1,1,1 ], "that virtue and happiness can be attained only by submission to destiny and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stoic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the doctrines of the Stoics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stoke-on-Trent",1,1,1 ], "a city in central England, in N Staffordshire on the River Trent: a major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stoke-on-Trent",1,1,1 ], "centre of the pottery industry| Pop|: 265,153 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stokowski",1,1,1 ], "(1940)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stokowski",1,1,1 ], "1887-1977, U|S| conductor, born in Britain| He did much to popularize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stokowski",1,1,1 ], "classical music with orchestral transcriptions and film appearances, esp| in Fantasia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stone Age",1,1,1 ], "a period in human culture identified by the use of stone implements and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stone Age",1,1,1 ], "usually divided into the Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic stages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stonehenge",1,1,1 ], "a prehistoric ruin in S England, in Wiltshire on Salisbury Plain: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stonehenge",1,1,1 ], "astronomical purposes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stonehenge",1,1,1 ], "most important megalithic monuments in Europe; believed to have had religious and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stopes",1,1,1 ], "1880-1958, English pioneer of birth control, who established the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stopes",1,1,1 ], "birth-control clinic in Britain (1921)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stoppard",1,1,1 ], "Linen (1976)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stoppard",1,1,1 ], "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (1967), Jumpers (1972), Travesties (1975), and Dirty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stoppard",1,1,1 ], "born 1937, British playwright, born in Czechoslovakia: his works include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Store B",1,1,1 ], "the Danish name for the Great Belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stornoway",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Scotland, on the E coast of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stornoway",1,1,1 ], "administrative centre of the Western Isles| Pop|: 5266 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Storting",1,1,1 ], "the parliament of Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stourbridge",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stourbridge",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in W central England, in the West Midlands| Pop|: 54,331" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stout",1,1,1 ], "Sir Robert| 1844-1930, New Zealand statesman, born in Scotland: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stout",1,1,1 ], "of New Zealand (1884-87)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stow",1,1,1 ], "(1598; 1603)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stow",1,1,1 ], "1525-1605, English antiquary, noted for his Survey of London and Westminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stowe",1,1,1 ], "1811-96, U|S| writer, whose best-selling novel Uncle Tom's Cabin (1852)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stowe",1,1,1 ], "contributed to the antislavery cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strabo",1,1,1 ], "63 b|c|-23 a|d|, Greek geographer and historian, noted for his Geographica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strachey",1,1,1 ], "Lytton| 1880-1932, English biographer and critic, best known for Eminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strachey",1,1,1 ], "Victorians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strachey",1,1,2 ], "(1918) and Queen Victoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strachey",1,1,3 ], "(1921)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stradivari",1,1,1 ], "1644-1737, Italian violin maker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stradivarius",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to (informal)Strad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stradivarius",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of violins manufactured by Antonio Stradivari or his family|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strafford",1,1,1 ], "Earl of| 1593-1641, English statesman| As lord deputy of Ireland (1632-39) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strafford",1,1,1 ], "a chief adviser to Charles I, he was a leading proponent of the king's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strafford",1,1,1 ], "absolutist rule| He was impeached by Parliament and executed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Straits Settlements",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a British crown colony of SE Asia that included Singapore, Penang," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Straits Settlements",1,1,1 ], "Malacca, Labuan, and some smaller islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stralsund",1,1,1 ], "a port in N East Germany, on a strait of the Baltic: one of the leading towns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stralsund",1,1,1 ], "of the Hanseatic League| Pop|: 72,138 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strand",1,1,1 ], "a street in W central London, parallel to the Thames: famous for its hotels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strand",1,1,1 ], "and theatres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strandloper",1,1,1 ], "a member of an extinct tribe of Hottentots or Bushmen who lived on sea food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strandloper",1,1,1 ], "gathered on the beaches of southern Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stranraer",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SW Scotland, in W Dumfries and Galloway region: fishing port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stranraer",1,1,1 ], "with a steamer service to Northern Ireland| Pop|: 9853 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strasbourg",1,1,1 ], "European Parliament| Pop|: 257,303 (1975)| German name: Strassburg " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Strasbourg",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE France, on the Rhine: the chief French inland port; under German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strasbourg",1,1,1 ], "rule (1870-1918); university (1567); seat of the Council of Europe and of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stratford-on-Avon",1,1,1 ], "Company; tourist centre| Pop|: 19,449 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stratford-on-Avon",1,1,1 ], "a market town in central England, in SW Warwickshire on the River Avon: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stratford-on-Avon",1,1,1 ], "birthplace and burial place of William Shakespeare and home of the Royal Shakespeare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strathclyde",1,1,1 ], "Bute, Dunbarton, and parts of Argyll, Ayr, and Stirling| Administrative centre:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strathclyde",1,1,1 ], "Glasgow| Pop|: 2,488,643 (1976 est|)| Area: 13,727 sq| km (5300 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Strathclyde",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in W Scotland, formed in 1975 from Renfrew, Lanark," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Straus" ,1, 1, 1],"1870-1954, French composer, born in Austria, noted for such operettas as",1). c_DEF([ "Straus" ,1, 1, 2],"and The Chocolate Soldier (1908)",1). c_DEF([ "Stravinsky" ,1, 1, 1],"1882-1971, U|S| composer, born in Russia| He created ballet scores, such as",1). c_DEF([ "Stravinsky" ,1, 1, 2],"(1930)| The 1950s saw him reconciled to serial techniques, which he employed in such",3). c_DEF([ "Stravinsky" ,1, 1, 2],"(1966)",5). c_DEF([ "Stravinsky" ,1, 1, 2],"Petrushka (1911), and The Rite of Spring (1913), for Diaghilev| These were",1). c_DEF([ "Stravinsky" ,1, 1, 2],"followed by neoclassical works, including Oedipus Rex (1927) and the Symphony of Psalms",2). c_DEF([ "Stravinsky" ,1, 1, 2],"works as the Canticum Sacrum (1955), the ballet Agon (1957), and Requiem Canticles",4). c_DEF([ "Streisand",1,1,1 ], "and A Star is born (1976)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Streisand",1,1,1 ], "born 1942, U|S| singer and film actress: her films include Funny Girl (1968)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stretford",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 54,011 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strimon",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the Greek name for the Struma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strindberg" ,1, 1, 1],"1849-1912, Swedish dramatist and novelist, whose plays include",1). c_DEF([ "Strindberg" ,1, 1, 2],"Miss Julie (1888), and The Ghost Sonata (1907)",1). c_DEF([ "Strine",1,1,1 ], "a humorous transliteration of Australian pronunciation, as in Gloria Soame for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Strine",1,1,1 ], "glorious home" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stroheim" ,1, 1, 1],"1885-1957, Austrian film director, whose films include",1). c_DEF([ "Stroheim" ,1, 1, 2],"and Greed (1924)",1). c_DEF([ "Stromboli",1,1,1 ], "Sicily: famous for its active volcano, 927 m (3040 ft|) high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stromboli",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, in the Lipari Islands off the N coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Struma",1,1,1 ], "Strymon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Struma",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Europe, rising in SW Bulgaria near Sofia and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Struma",1,1,1 ], "southeast through Greece to the Aegean| Length: 362 km (225 miles)| Greek names: Strimon," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Strymon",1,1,1 ], "the Greek name for the Struma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,1 ], "1603 to 1714" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,1 ], "the royal house that ruled in Scotland from 1371 to 1714 and in England from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,2 ], "Charles Edward, called the Young Pretender or Bonnie Prince Charlie| 1720-88," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,2 ], "pretender to the British throne| He led the Jacobite Rebellion (1745-46) in an attempt to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,2 ], "re-establish the Stuart succession" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,3 ], "his father, James Francis Edward, called the Old Pretender| 1688-1766," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,3 ], "pretender to the British throne; son of James II (James VII of Scotland) and his second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,3 ], "throne (1708; 1715)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,3 ], "wife, Mary of Modena| He made two unsuccessful attempts to realize his claim to the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stuart",1,1,4 ], "Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stubbs",1,1,1 ], "1724-1806, English painter, noted esp| for his pictures of horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Student""s t distribution",1,1,1 ], "a continuous distribution obtained from a ratio of a normal and a chi-square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Student""s t distribution",1,1,1 ], "variable approximating to the normal distribution for a small population" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sturm und Drang",1,1,1 ], "a German literary movement of the latter half of the 18th century," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sturm und Drang",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a reaction against rationalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sturmabteilung",1,1,1 ], "the full name of the Nazi S|A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sturmer",1,1,1 ], "a variety of eating apple having a pale green skin and crisp sweet flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sturt",1,1,1 ], "1795-1869, English explorer, who led three expeditions (1828-29; 1829;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sturt",1,1,1 ], "1844-45) into the Australian interior, discovering the Darling River (1828)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stuttgart",1,1,1 ], "Wurttemberg| Pop|: 624,835 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Stuttgart",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W West Germany, capital of Baden-Wurttemberg state, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stuttgart",1,1,1 ], "the River Neckar: developed around a stud farm (Stuotgarten) of the Counts of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stuyvesant",1,1,1 ], "1610-72, Dutch colonial administrator of New Netherland (later New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stuyvesant",1,1,1 ], "York)(1646-64)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Stygian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the river Styx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stygian",1,1,1,1 ], "dark, gloomy, or hellish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Stygian",1,1,1,2 ], "completely inviolable, as a vow sworn by the river Styx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Styria",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,191,960 (1971)| Area: 16,384 sq| km (6326 sq| miles)| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Styria",1,1,1 ], "Steiermark" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Styria",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous province of SE Austria: rich mineral resources| Capital: Graz|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Styx",1,1,1 ], "a river in Hades across which Charon ferried the souls of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St| Andrew's Cross" ,1, 2, 2],"a diagonal cross with equal arms",1). c_DEF([ "St| Andrew's Cross" ,1, 2, 3],"a white diagonal cross on a blue ground",1). c_DEF([ "St| Andrew's Cross",1,1,2 ], "a diagonal cross with equal arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St| Andrew's Cross",1,1,3 ], "a white diagonal cross on a blue ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St| Andrews" ,1, 2, 2],"a city in E Scotland, in Tayside region on the North Sea: the oldest",1). c_DEF([ "St| Andrews" ,1, 2, 2],"university in Scotland (1411); famous golf links|Pop|: 11,468 (1971)",2). c_DEF([ "St| Andrews",1,1,2 ], "a city in E Scotland, in Tayside region on the North Sea: the oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St| Andrews",1,1,2 ], "university in Scotland (1411); famous golf links|Pop|: 11,468 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "St| Bartholomew's Day Massacre" ,1, 2, 1],"Bar",1). c_DEF([ "St| Bartholomew's Day Massacre" ,1, 2, 2],"Charles IX, acting under the influence of his mother Catherine de' Medici",2). c_DEF([ "St| Bartholomew's Day Massacre" ,1, 2, 2],"the murder of Huguenots in Paris that began on Aug| 24, 1572 on the orders of",1). c_DEF([ "St| Bartholomew's Day Massacre",1,1,2 ], "Charles IX, acting under the influence of his mother Catherine de"" Medici" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "St| Bartholomew's Day Massacre",1,1,2 ], "the murder of Huguenots in Paris that began on Aug| 24, 1572 on the orders of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St| Ex|",1,1,1 ], "stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St|",1,1,1 ], "Saint (all entries that are usually preceded by St" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St|",1,1,2 ], "are in this dictionary listed alphabetically under Saint)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St|",1,1,3 ], "statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St|",1,1,4 ], "Strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "St|",1,1,5 ], "Street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Su-chou",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Soochow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suakin",1,1,1 ], "Red Sea; now obstructed by a coral reef| Pop|: 5511 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suakin",1,1,1 ], "a port in the NE Sudan, on the Red Sea: formerly the chief port of the African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sublime Porte",1,1,1 ], "the full name of the Porte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Subotica",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE Yugoslavia, in Serbia near the border with Hungary: agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Subotica",1,1,1 ], "and industrial centre| Pop|: 88,787 (1971)| Hungarian name: Szabadka" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Succoth",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Sukkoth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suckling",1,1,1 ], "Sir John| 1609-42, English Cavalier poet and dramatist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sucre",1,1,1 ], "Chuquisaca" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sucre",1,1,1 ], "E Andes: university (1624)| Pop|: 106,590 (1973 est|)| Former name (until 1839):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sucre",1,1,1 ], "the legal capital of Bolivia, in the south central part of the country in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sucre",2,1,1 ], "1795-1830, South American liberator, born in Venezuela, who assisted Bolivar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sucre",2,1,1 ], "in the colonial revolt against Spain first president of Bolivia (1826-28)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,1 ], "14,171,732 (1973)| Area: 2,505,805 sq| km (967,491 sq| miles)| Former name (1899-1956):" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,1 ], "1899 after joint forces defeated the Mahdist revolt; became a republic in 1956| It" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,1 ], "Anglo-Egyptian Sudan|French name: Soudan" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,1 ], "Arabic| Religion: Muslim majority| Currency: Sudanese pound| Capital: Khartoum| Pop|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NE Africa, on the Red Sea: the largest country in Africa;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,1 ], "conquered by Mehemet Ali of Egypt (1820-22) and made an Anglo-Egyptian condominium in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,1 ], "consists mainly of a plateau, with the Nubian Desert in the north| Official language:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,2 ], "a region stretching across Africa south of the Sahara and north of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudan",1,1,2 ], "tropical zone: inhabited chiefly by Negro tribes rather than Arabs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sudanic",1,1,1 ], "a group of languages spoken in scattered areas of the Sudan, most of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudanic",1,1,1 ], "now generally assigned to the Chari-Nile branch of the Nilo-Saharan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sudanic",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudanic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Sudan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudbury",1,1,1 ], "90,535 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sudbury",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Canada, in Ontario: a major nickel-mining centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudetenland",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of N and NW Czechoslovakia: annexed by Germany in 1938;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudetenland",1,1,1 ], "returned to Czechoslovakia in 1945" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sudetes",1,1,1 ], "Schneekoppe, 1603 m (5259 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sudetes",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in E central Europe, along the N border of Czechoslovakia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sudetes",1,1,1 ], "extending into East Germany and Poland: rich in minerals, esp| coal| Highest peak:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sudra",1,1,1 ], "the lowest of the four main Hindu castes, the workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sue",1,1,1 ], "Les Mysteres de Paris (1842-43) and Le Juif errant (1844-45), were among the first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sue",1,1,1 ], "original name Marie-Joseph Sue| 1804-57, French novelist, whose works, notably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sue",1,1,1 ], "to reflect the impact of the industrial revolution on France" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Suetonius",1,1,1 ], "(from Julius Caesar to Domitian)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Suetonius",1,1,1 ], "full name Gaius Suetonius Tranquillus| 75-150 a|d|, Roman biographer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suetonius",1,1,1 ], "historian, whose chief works were Concerning Illustrious Men and The Lives of the Caesars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suez Canal",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean with the Red Sea: built (1854-69) by de Lesseps with French and Egyptian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suez Canal",1,1,1 ], "a sea-level canal in NE Egypt, crossing the Isthmus of Suez and linking the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suez Canal",1,1,1 ], "capital; nationalized in 1956 by the Egyptians| Length: 163 km (101 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,1 ], "Canal: an ancient trading site and a major naval station under the Ottoman Empire;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Egypt, at the head of the Gulf of Suez at the S end of the Suez" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, Spanish statesman prime minister (1976-78)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,1 ], "in the Arab-Israeli conflicts of 1967 and 1973| Pop|: 368,000 (1974 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,1 ], "port of departure for pilgrims to Mecca; oil-refining centre| It suffered severely" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,2 ], "Isthmus of| a strip of land in NE Egypt, between the Mediterranean and the Red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,2 ], "Sea: links Africa and Asia and is crossed by the Suez Canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,3 ], "Canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suez",1,1,3 ], "Gulf of| the NW arm of the Red Sea: linked with the Mediterranean by the Suez" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suffolk punch",1,1,1 ], "a breed of draught horse with a chestnut coat and short legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suffolk",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE England, on the North Sea: its coast is flat and marshy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suffolk",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 3802 sq| km (1468 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Suffolk",1,1,1 ], "indented by broad tidal estuaries| Administrative centre: Ipswich| Pop|: 577,600 (1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suffolk",2,1,1 ], "a black-faced breed of sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suffr|",1,1,1 ], "Suffragan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suff|",1,1,1 ], "Suffolk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suff|",1,1,2 ], "Suffragan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sufi",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of a Muslim mystical and pantheist sect, mainly in Persia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sufism",1,1,1 ], "the mystical doctrines of the Sufis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sufu",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Shufu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sugar Loaf Mountain",1,1,1 ], "(1280 ft|)| Portuguese name: Pao de Acucar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sugar Loaf Mountain",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SE Brazil, in Rio de Janeiro on Guanabara Bay| Height: 390 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suharto",1,1,1 ], "born 1921, Indonesian general and statesman; president since 1968" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suisse",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suiy",1,1,1 ], "Region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suiy",1,1,1 ], "a former province in N China: now part of the Inner Mongolian Autonomous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sukarnapura",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Djajapura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sukarno Peak",1,1,1 ], "a former name of (Mount)Djaja" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sukarno",1,1,1 ], "(1945-67)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sukarno",1,1,1 ], "1901-70, Indonesian statesman first president of the Republic of Indonesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sukhumi",1,1,1 ], "Sea: site of an ancient Greek colony| Pop|: 115,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sukhumi",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in the SW Soviet Union, in the Georgian SSR on the Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sukkoth",1,1,1 ], "an eight-day Jewish harvest festival beginning on Tishri 15, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sukkoth",1,1,1 ], "commemorates the period when the Israelites lived in the wilderness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sulawesi",1,1,1 ], "the Indonesian name for the Celebes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suleiman I" ,1, 1, 1],"Soliman, or Solymann",1). c_DEF([ "Suleiman I" ,1, 1, 2],"called the Magnificent",1). c_DEF([ "Sulla",1,1,1 ], "dictator (82-79)| He introduced reforms to strengthen the power of the Senate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sulla",1,1,1 ], "full name Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix| 138-78 b|c|, Roman general and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sullivan",1,1,1 ], "Pinafore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sullivan",1,1,1 ], "Sir Arthur 1842-1900, English composer who wrote operettas, such as H|M|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sullivan",1,1,2 ], "(1878) and The Mikado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sullivan",1,1,3 ], "(1885), with W| S| Gilbert as librettist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sullivan",1,1,4 ], "Louis 1856-1924, U|S| pioneer of modern architecture: he coined the slogan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sullivan",1,1,4 ], "form follows function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sully",1,1,1 ], "Duc de Sully| 1559-1641, French statesman minister of Henry IV|He helped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sully",1,1,1 ], "restore the finances of France after the Wars of Religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sully-Prudhomme",1,1,1 ], "1839-1907, French poet: Nobel prize for literature 1901" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sultanabad",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Arak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sulu Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Jolo| Pop|: 425,617 (1970)| Area: 2686 sq| km (1037 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sulu Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a chain of over 500 islands in the SW Philippines, separating the Sulu Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sulu Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "from the Celebes Sea: formerly a sultanate, ceded to the Philippines in 1940|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sulu Sea",1,1,1 ], "part of the W Pacific between Borneo and the central Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumatra",1,1,1 ], "(182,859 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sumatra",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in W Indonesia, in the Greater Sunda Islands, separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumatra",1,1,1 ], "century; joined Indonesia in 1945| Pop|: 20,812,682 (1971)| Area: 473,606 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sumatra",1,1,1 ], "from the Malay Peninsula by the Strait of Malacca: Dutch control began in the 16th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumba",1,1,1 ], "Area: 11,153 sq| km (4306 sq| miles)| Former name: Sandalwood Island" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sumba",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia, in the Lesser Sunda Islands, separated from Flores by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumba",1,1,1 ], "the Sumba Strait: formerly important for sandalwood exports| Pop|: 251,126 (1961)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumbawa",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous island in Indonesia, in the Lesser Sunda Islands, between Lombok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumbawa",1,1,1 ], "and Flores Islands| Pop|: 407,596 (1961)| Area: 14,750 sq| km (5695 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumer",1,1,1 ], "its height in the 3rd millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumer",1,1,1 ], "the S region of Babylonia; seat of a civilization of city-states that reached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumerian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people who established a civilization in Sumer during the 4th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumerian",1,1,1 ], "millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumerian",1,1,2 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumerian",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of this people, of no known relationship to any other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumerian",1,2,1 ], "civilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumerian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Sumer, its inhabitants, or their language or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumo",1,1,1 ], "one""s opponent to touch the ground with any part of his body except his feet or to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sumo",1,1,1 ], "step out of the ring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sumo",1,1,1 ], "the national style of wrestling of Japan, the object of which is to force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumy",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the NE Ukrainian SSR: site of early Slav" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sumy",1,1,1 ], "settlements| Pop|: 194,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sun King",1,1,1 ], "an epithet of Louis XIV" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sun Yat-sen",1,1,1 ], "1866-1925, Chinese statesman, who was instrumental in the overthrow of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sun Yat-sen",1,1,1 ], "Manchu dynasty and was the first president of the Republic of China (1911)| He" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sun Yat-sen",1,1,1 ], "reorganized the Kuomintang" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sunbury-on-Thames",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in N Surrey| Pop|: 40,035 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunda Islands",1,1,1 ], "(chiefly Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Sumba, Flores, Timor, Alor, and Wetar): includes most of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sunda Islands",1,1,1 ], "Islands (chiefly Sumatra, Java, Borneo, and Celebes) and the Lesser Sunda Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sunda Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of islands in the Malay Archipelago, consisting of the Greater Sunda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunda Islands",1,1,1 ], "the land area of Indonesia" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sunda Strait",1,1,1 ], "Narrowest point: about 26 km (16 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sunda Strait",1,1,1 ], "a strait between Sumatra and Java, linking the Java Sea with the Indian Ocean|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday best",1,1,1 ], "one""s best clothes, esp| regarded as those most suitable for churchgoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday painter",1,1,1 ], "a person who paints pictures as a hobby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday punch",1,1,1 ], "a heavy blow intended to knock out one""s opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday punch",1,1,2 ], "any manoeuvre or action intended to crush an opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday school",1,1,1,1 ], "a church and formerly also providing secular education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday school",1,1,1,1 ], "a school for the religious instruction of children on Sundays, usually held in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday school",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday school",1,1,2 ], "the members of such a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the first day of the week and the Christian day of worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunderland",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, in Tyne and Wear at the mouth of the River Wear:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunderland",1,1,1 ], "shipbuilding and marine engineering| Pop|: 216,892 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sundsvall",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Sweden, on the Gulf of Bothnia: icebound in winter; cellulose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sundsvall",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 64,920 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sung",1,1,1 ], "an imperial dynasty of China (960-1279 a|d|), notable for its art, literature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sung",1,1,1 ], "and philosophy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sungari",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE China, rising in SE Kirin province and flowing north and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sungari",1,1,1 ], "northeast to the Amur River near Tungkiang: the chief river of Manchuria and largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sungari",1,1,1 ], "tributary of the Amur; frozen from November to April| Length: over 1300 km (800 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sungkiang",1,1,1 ], "a former province of NE China: now part of the Inner Mongolian AR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunna",1,1,1 ], "on the words and acts of Mohammed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sunna",1,1,1 ], "the body of traditional Islamic law accepted by most orthodox Muslims as based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunni",1,1,1 ], "consisting of those who acknowledge the authority of the Sunna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sunni",1,1,1 ], "one of the two main branches of orthodox Islam (the other being the Shiah)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunni",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for Sunnite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sunnite",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of the Sunni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sun|",1,1,1 ], "Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suomi",1,1,1 ], "the Finnish name for Finland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Superior",1,1,1 ], "a lake in the N central U|S| and S Canada: one of the largest freshwater lakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Superior",1,1,1 ], "in the world and westernmost of the Great Lakes| Area: 82,362 sq| km (31,800 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Superior",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Suprematism",1,1,1 ], "a form of pure cubist art, launched in Russia in 1913, and based on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suprematism",1,1,1 ], "crosses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Suprematism",1,1,1 ], "principle that paintings should be composed only of rectangles, circles, triangles, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Being",1,1,1 ], "the most exalted being; God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Court of Judicature",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a court formed in 1873 by the amalgamation of several superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Court of Judicature",1,1,1 ], "courts into two divisions, the High Court of Justice and the Court of Appeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Court",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the highest Federal court, possessing final appellate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Court",1,1,1 ], "jurisdiction and exercising supervisory jurisdiction over the lower courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Court",1,1,2 ], "(in many states) the highest state court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Soviet",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) the bicameral legislature, comprising the Soviet of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Soviet",1,1,1 ], "Union and the Soviet of the Nationalities;officially the highest organ of state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Soviet",1,1,1 ], "power" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Supreme Soviet",1,1,2 ], "a similar legislature in each republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Supt|",1,1,1 ], "superintendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suqutra",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Socotra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sur",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Arabic name for Tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surabaya",1,1,1 ], "a port in Indonesia, on E Java on the Surabaya Strait: the country""s second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surabaya",1,1,1 ], "oil refinery| Pop|: 1,556,255 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Surabaya",1,1,1 ], "port and chief naval base; university (1954); fishing and ship-building industries;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Surakarta",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Surakarta",1,1,1 ], "a town in Indonesia, on central Java: textile manufacturing| Pop|: 414,285" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surat",1,1,1 ], "a port in W India, in W Gujarat: a major port in the 17th century; textile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surat",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing| Pop|: 471,656 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suribachi",1,1,1 ], "(1945) over the Japanese in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suribachi",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic hill in the Volcano Islands, on Iwo Jima: site of a U|S| victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surinam toad",1,1,1 ], "another name for pipa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surinam",1,1,1 ], "411,000 (1974 UN est|)| Area: 163,820 sq| km (63,251 sq| miles)| Former names: Dutch" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Surinam",1,1,1 ], "Guiana, Netherlands Guiana" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Surinam",1,1,1 ], "a republic in NE South America, on the Atlantic: became a self-governing part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surinam",1,1,1 ], "bauxite| Languages: Dutch and English| Currency: guilder| Capital: Paramaribo| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Surinam",1,1,1 ], "of the Netherlands in 1954 and fully independent in 1975; a leading exporter of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Surrey",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Guildford| Pop|: 1,002,900 (1976 est|)| Area: 1678 sq| km (648 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Surrey",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE England, on the River Thames: urban in the northeast; crossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Surrey",1,1,1 ], "from east to west by the North Downs and drained by tributaries of the Thames|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Surrey",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Surrey",2,1,1 ], "England to write sonnets| He was beheaded for high treason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Surrey",2,1,1 ], "title of Henry Howard| 1517-47, English courtier and poet; one of the first in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susa" ,1, 1, 1],"9th century b|c|Pop|: 82,666 (1966)| Ancient name: Hadrumetum",2). c_DEF([ "Susa" ,1, 1, 1],"a port in E Tunisia, on the Mediterranean: founded by the Phoenicians in the",1). c_DEF([ "Susa",1,1,1 ], "Empire; flourished as a Greek polis under the Seleucids and Parthians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Susa",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city north of the Persian Gulf: capital of Elam and of the Persian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susah",1,1,1 ], "other names for Sousse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susanna",1,1,1 ], "false accusation, but saved by Daniel""s sagacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Susanna",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Joachim, who was condemned to death for adultery because of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susanna",1,1,2 ], "the book of the Apocrypha containing this story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susian",1,2,1 ], "another word for Elamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susquehanna",1,1,1 ], "714 km (444 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Susquehanna",1,1,1 ], "a river in the eastern U|S|, rising in Otsego Lake and flowing generally south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susquehanna",1,1,1 ], "to Chesapeake Bay at Havre de Grace: the longest river in the eastern U|S| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a short-legged breed of spaniel with a golden-brown coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of SE England, now divided into the separate counties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex",1,1,1 ], "East Sussex and West Sussex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex",1,1,2 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon England) the kingdom of the South Saxons, which became a shire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex",1,1,2 ], "of the kingdom of Wessex in the early 9th century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex",1,1,3 ], "a breed of red beef cattle originally from Sussex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex",1,1,4 ], "a heavy and long-established breed of domestic fowl used principally as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sussex",1,1,4 ], "table bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Susu",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in Guinea, the Sudan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Susu",1,1,1 ], "and Sierra Leone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Susu",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Susu",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutcliffe",1,1,1 ], "1894-1978, English cricketer, who played for Yorkshire; scorer of 149" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutcliffe",1,1,1 ], "centuries and 1000 runs in a season 24 times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sutherland Falls",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall in New Zealand, on SW South Island| Height: 580 m (1904 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutherland",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of N Scotland, now part of the Highland region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutherland",2,1,1 ], "Graham| born 1903, English artist, noted for his work as an official war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutherland",2,1,1 ], "artist (1941-44) and for his tapestry Christ in Majesty (1962) in Coventry Cathedral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sutherland",2,1,2 ], "Joan| born 1926, Australian operatic soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suth|",1,1,1 ], "Sutherland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutlej",1,1,1 ], "(850 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sutlej",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Asia, rising in SW Tibet and flowing west through the Himalayas:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutlej",1,1,1 ], "crosses Himachal Pradesh and the Punjab (India), enters Pakistan, and joins the Chenab" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sutlej",1,1,1 ], "west of Bahawalpur: the longest of the five rivers of the Punjab| Length: 1368 m" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sutton Coldfield",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in the N West Midlands| Pop|: 83,130 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutton Hoo",1,1,1 ], "a 7th-century site in Suffolk where a Saxon long boat containing rich grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutton Hoo",1,1,1 ], "goods, probably for an East Anglian king, was found in 1939" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sutton",1,1,1 ], "a borough of S Greater London| Pop|: 166,700 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sutton-in-Ashfield",1,1,1 ], "a market town in N central England, in W Nottinghamshire| Pop|: 40,725 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suva",1,1,1 ], "(1976)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suva",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Fiji, on the SE coast of Viti Levu| Pop|: 63,200" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suvorov",1,1,1 ], "(1787-91), the Poles (1794), and the French in Italy (1798-99)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suvorov",1,1,1 ], "1729-1800, Russian field marshal, who fought successfully against the Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Suwannee",1,1,1 ], "Florida to the Gulf of Mexico at Suwannee Sound|Length: about 400 km (250 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Suwannee",1,1,1 ], "a river in the southeastern U|S|, rising in SE Georgia and flowing across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Svalbard",1,1,1 ], "Barents Island, and Prince Charles Foreland) and a number of outlying islands;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Svalbard",1,1,1 ], "Norway: consists of the main group (West Spitsbergen, North East Land, Edge Island," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Svalbard",1,1,1 ], "a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, about 650 km (400 miles) north of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Svalbard",1,1,1 ], "centre: Longyearben| Area: 62,050 sq| km (23,958 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Svalbard",1,1,1 ], "sovereignty long disputed but granted to Norway in 1920; coal-mining| Administrative" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sverdlovsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, in the Ural Mountains: scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sverdlovsk",1,1,1 ], "centres of heavy engineering in the Soviet Union| Pop|: 1,147,000 (1975 est|)| Former" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sverdlovsk",1,1,1 ], "execution (1918) of Nicholas II and his family; university (1920); one of the largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sverdlovsk",1,1,1 ], "name (until 1924): Yekaterinburg" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sverige",1,1,1 ], "the Swedish name for Sweden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Svign",1,1,1 ], "correspondence with her daughter and others provides a vivid account of society during the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Svign",1,1,1 ], "reign of Louis XIV" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Svign",1,1,1 ], "title of Marie de Rabutin-Chantal| 1626-96, French letter writer| Her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Svizzera",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swabia",1,1,1 ], "a region and former duchy (from the 10th century to 1313) of SW West Germany:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swabia",1,1,1 ], "now part of Baden-Wurttemberg and Bavaria| German name: Schwaben " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swadeshi",1,1,1 ], "(in present-day India) produced within the country; not imported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swadeshi",1,2,1 ], "(in British India) the encouragement of domestic production and boycott of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swadeshi",1,2,1 ], "foreign goods as part of the campaign for independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swahili",1,1,1 ], "a language of E Africa that is an official language of Kenya and Tanzania and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swahili",1,1,1 ], "has a large number of loan words taken from Arabic and other languages" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Swahili",1,1,1 ], "is widely used as a lingua franca throughout E and central Africa| It is a member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swahili",1,1,1 ], "of the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo family, originally spoken in Zanzibar, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Swahili",1,1,2 ], "a member of a people speaking this language, living chiefly in Zanzibar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swan",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Western Australia, rising as the Avon northeast of Narrogin and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swan",1,1,1 ], "flowing northwest and west to the Indian Ocean below Perth| Length: about 240 km (150" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swan",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Swan",2,1,1 ], "Sir Joseph Wilson| 1828-1914, English physicist and chemist, who developed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swan",2,1,1 ], "incandescent electric light (1880) independently of Edison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swanee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Suwanee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swansea",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Swansea",1,1,1 ], "(Swansea Bay);a metallurgical and oil-refining centre; university (1920)| Pop|: 172,566" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swansea",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Wales, in West Glamorgan on an inlet of the Bristol Channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swat",1,1,1 ], "a former princely state of NW India: passed to Pakistan in 1947" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swat",1,1,2 ], "a river in Pakistan, rising in the north and flowing south to the Kabul River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swat",1,1,2 ], "north of Peshawar| Length: about 640 km (400 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swatow",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE China, in E Kwantung near the mouth of the Han River: became a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swatow",1,1,1 ], "treaty port in 1869| Pop|: 280,400 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swazi Territory",1,1,1 ], "the former name of KaNgwane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swazi",1,1,1 ], "Swaziland, who first formed into a strong political group in the late 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swazi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a racially mixed people of southern Africa living chiefly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swazi",1,1,2 ], "English| It belongs to the Nabtu group of the Niger-Congo family and is closely related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swazi",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people: an official language of Swaziland along with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swazi",1,1,2 ], "to Xhosa and Zulu" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Swaziland",1,1,1 ], "Area: 17,363 sq| km (6704 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Swaziland",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in southern Africa: made a protectorate of the Transvaal by Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swaziland",1,1,1 ], "in 1894; gained independence in 1968; a member of the Commonwealth| Official" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swaziland",1,1,1 ], "languages: English and Swazi| Currency: rand| Capital: Mbabane| Pop|: 374,697 (1966)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Swede",1,1,1 ], "a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Sweden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sweden",1,1,1 ], "Lutheran| Currency: krona| Capital: Stockholm| Pop|: 8,161,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 449,793" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sweden",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in NW Europe, occupying the E part of the Scandinavian Peninsula, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sweden",1,1,1 ], "centuries)| About 50 per cent of the total area is forest and 9 per cent lakes| Exports" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sweden",1,1,1 ], "include timber, pulp, paper, iron ore, and steel| Language: Swedish| Religion: mostly" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sweden",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (173,665 sq| miles)| Swedish name: Sverige" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Sweden",1,1,1 ], "the Gulf of Bothnia and the Baltic: first united during the Viking period (8th-11th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swedenborg",1,1,1 ], "mystical ideas became the basis of a religious movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swedenborg",1,1,1 ], "original surname Svedberg| 1688-1772, Swedish scientist and theologian, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swedenborgianism",1,1,1 ], "Church (or New Church) founded by Swedenborg""s followers" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Swedenborgianism",1,1,1 ], "emphasizing the spiritual structure of the universe, the possibility of direct contact with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swedenborgianism",1,1,1 ], "spirits, and the divinity of Christ| This provided the basis for the New Jerusalem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Swedenborgianism",1,1,1 ], "the system of philosophical and religious doctrines of Emanuel Swedenborg," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swedish massage",1,1,1 ], "and active exercising of muscles and joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swedish massage",1,1,1 ], "massage combined with a system (Swedish movements or gymnastics) of passive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swedish mile",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length used in Sweden, equal to 10 kilometres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swedish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Sweden, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swedish",1,2,1 ], "Indo-European family: one of the two official languages of Finland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swedish",1,2,1 ], "the official language of Sweden, belonging to the North Germanic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swedish",1,2,2 ], "the Swedish| the people of Sweden collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sweelinck",1,1,1 ], "1562-1621, Dutch composer and organist, whose organ works are important for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sweelinck",1,1,1 ], "being the first to incorporate independent parts for the pedals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sweet",1,1,1 ], "1845-1912, English philologist; a pioneer of modern phonetics| His books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sweet",1,1,1 ], "include A History of English Sounds (1874)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sweyn",1,1,1 ], "conquered England, forcing Ethelred II to flee (1013), father of Canute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sweyn",1,1,1 ], "known as Sweyn Forkbeard| died 1014, king of Denmark (??986-1014)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swift",1,1,1 ], "1667-1745, Anglo-Irish satirist and churchman, who became dean of St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swift",1,1,1 ], "Patrick""s, Dublin, in 1713| His works include A Tale of a Tub (1704) and Gulliver""s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swift",1,1,1 ], "Travels (1726)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Swinburne",1,1,1 ], "1837-1909, English lyric poet and critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swindon",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in NE Wiltshire: railway workshops| Pop|: 90,830 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swiss Guard",1,1,1 ], "the bodyguard of the pope, recruited from Swiss nationals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swiss Guard",1,1,2 ], "a member of this bodyguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swiss chard",1,1,1 ], "another name for chard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swiss cheese",1,1,1 ], "a hard white or pale yellow cheese with holes, such as Gruyere or Emmenthal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swiss",1,1,1 ], "dialects of German, French, and Italian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swiss",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Switzerland, its inhabitants, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swiss",1,2,1 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Swithin",1,1,1 ], "day: July 15" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Swithin",1,1,1 ], "died 862 a|d|, English ecclesiastic: bishop of Winchester (??852-862)| Feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Switzer",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for Swiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Switzer",1,1,2 ], "a member of the Swiss Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "1516; a leading centre of the Reformation in the 16th century| It lies in the Jura" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "Italian, and Romansch| Religion: mostly Protestant and Roman Catholic| Currency: Swiss" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "Mountains and the Alps, with a plateau between the two ranges| Languages: German, French," ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "Unterwalden formed a defensive league against the Hapsburgs in 1291, later joined by other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "a federal republic in W central Europe: the cantons of Schwyz, Uri, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "cantons; gained independence in 1499; adopted a policy of permanent neutrality from" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "franc| Capital: Bern| Pop|: 6,443,000 (1974 est|)| Area: 41,288 sq| km (15,941 sq|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Switzerland",1,1,1 ], "miles)| German name: Schweiz|French name: Suisse|Italian name: Svizzera" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Switz|",1,1,1 ], "Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sword of Damocles",1,1,1 ], "a closely impending disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sw|",1,1,1 ], "Sweden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sw|",1,1,2 ], "Swedish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sybaris",1,1,1 ], "a Greek colony in S Italy, on the Gulf of Taranto: notorious for its luxurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sybaris",1,1,1 ], "living, founded about 720 b|c| and sacked in 510" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney silky",1,1,1 ], "a small silky-coated breed of terrier, originally from Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,1 ], "Pacific: the largest city in Australia and the first British settlement, established as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,1 ], "a penal colony in 1788; developed rapidly after 1820 with the discovery of gold" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Australia, capital of New South Wales, on an inlet of the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,1 ], "in its hinterland; large wool market; three universities| Pop|: 2,922,760 (1975" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,2 ], "Breton Island until 1820, when the island united administratively with Nova Scotia|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 33,230 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Canada, in Nova Scotia on NE Cape Breton Island: capital of Cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sydney",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Sir Philip)Sidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sydneysider",1,1,1 ], "a resident of Sydney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syene",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Ancient Greek name for Aswan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syktyvkar",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 152,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syktyvkar",1,1,1 ], "a city in the NW Soviet Union, capital of the Komi ASSR: timber industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syllabus",1,1,1 ], "a list of 80 doctrinal theses condemned as erroneous by Pius IX in 1864" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syllabus",1,1,2 ], "a list of 65 Modernist propositions condemned as erroneous by Pius X in 1907" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Sylvanus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Silvanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Symonds" ,1, 1, 1],"1840-93, English writer, noted for his",1). c_DEF([ "Symonds" ,1, 1, 2],"and for studies of homosexuality",1). c_DEF([ "Symons",1,1,1 ], "1865-1945, English poet and critic, who helped to introduce the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Symons",1,1,1 ], "symbolists to England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syncom",1,1,1 ], "a communications satellite in stationary orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Synge",1,1,1 ], "1871-1909, Irish playwright| His plays, marked by vivid colloquial Irish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Synge",1,1,1 ], "amidst uproar at the Abbey Theatre, Dublin, in 1907" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Synge",1,1,1 ], "speech, include Riders to the Sea (1904) and The Playboy of the Western World, produced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syr Darya",1,1,1 ], "Asia| Length: (from the source of the Naryn) 2900 km (1800 miles)| Ancient name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Syr Darya",1,1,1 ], "Jaxartes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Syr Darya",1,1,1 ], "a river in the S central Soviet Union, formed from two headstreams rising in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syr Darya",1,1,1 ], "the Tien Shan: flows generally west to the Aral Sea: the longest river in central" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syracuse",1,1,1 ], "Greeks from Corinth and taken by the Romans in 212 b|c|, after a siege of three years|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syracuse",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 118,025 (1975 est|)| Italian name: Siracusa|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Syracuse",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Italy, in SE Sicily on the Ionian Sea: founded in 734 b|c| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syracuse",1,1,2 ], "Iroquois Indian federation| Pop|: 184,710 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syracuse",1,1,2 ], "a city in central New York State, on Lake Onondaga: site of the capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syria",1,1,1 ], "(1516-1918); made a French mandate in 1920; became independent in 1944; joined Egypt in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syria",1,1,1 ], "Syrian pound| Capital: Damascus| Pop|: 6,304,685 (1970)| Area: 185,180 sq| km (71,498" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Syria",1,1,1 ], "United Arab Republic (1958-61)| Language: Arabic| Religion: Muslim majority| Currency:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Syria",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W Asia, on the Mediterranean: ruled by the Ottoman Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syria",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Syria",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the region between the Mediterranean, the Euphrates, the Taurus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syria",1,1,2 ], "and the Arabian Desert" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syriac",1,1,1 ], "a dialect of Aramaic spoken in Syria until about the 13th century a|d| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syriac",1,1,1 ], "still in use as a liturgical language of certain Eastern churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syrian",1,1,1 ], "Arabic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syrian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Syria, its people, or their dialect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syrian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Christians who belong to churches with Syriac liturgies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syrian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syrian",1,2,2 ], "a Syrian Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syrinx",1,1,1 ], "Pan| From this reed Pan then fashioned his musical pipes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Syrinx",1,1,1 ], "a nymph who was changed into a reed to save her from the amorous pursuit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating Syrian and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating Syriac and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syrtis Major",1,1,1 ], "a conspicuous dark region visible in the N hemisphere of Mars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syr|",1,1,1 ], "Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syr|",1,1,2 ], "Syriac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syr|",1,1,3 ], "Syrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Systternational d""Unit",1,1,1 ], "the International System of units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syzran",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W central Soviet Union, in Kuibyshev Region on the Volga River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Syzran",1,1,1 ], "oil refining| Pop|: 183,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Szabadka",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Subotica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Szczecin",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Poland, on the River Oder: the busiest Polish port and leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Szczecin",1,1,1 ], "coal exporter; shipbuilding| Pop|: 360,500 (1974 est|)| German name: Stettin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Szechwan",1,1,1 ], "a province of SW China: the most populous administrative division in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Szechwan",1,1,1 ], "country, esp| in the central Red Basin, where it is crossed by three main tributaries of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Szechwan",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (220,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Szechwan",1,1,1 ], "the Yangtze| Capital: Chengtu| Pop|: 80,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: about 569,800" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Szeged",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S Hungary, on the Tisza River| Pop|: 166,040 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Szeged",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Szell",1,1,1 ], "1897-1970, U|S| conductor, born in Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Szewinska",1,1,1 ], "born 1946, Polish athlete: won the 400 metres in the 1976 Olympic Games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Szombathely",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Szombathely",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Hungary: site of the Roman capital of Pannonia| Pop|: 65,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Szymanowski" ,1, 1, 1],"1882-1937, Polish composer, whose works include the opera",1). c_DEF([ "Szymanowski" ,1, 1, 2],"two violin concertos, symphonies, piano music, and songs|",1). c_DEF([ "S| Dak|",1,1,1 ], "South Dakota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S| of Sol|",1,1,1 ], "Song of Solomon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,1 ], "sabbath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,10 ], "Signor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,11 ], "Socialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,12 ], "Society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,13 ], "Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,14 ], "(in titles) Fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,2 ], "Saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,3 ], "Saturday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,4 ], "Saxon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,4,1 ], "schilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,4,2 ], "sol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,4,3 ], "sucre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,5 ], "school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,6 ], "Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,7 ], "senate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,8 ], "September" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|",1,1,9 ], "(in prescriptions) signa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|Afr|",1,1,1 ], "South Africa(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|Am|",1,1,1 ], "South America(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|",1,1,1 ], "Salvation Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|",1,1,2 ], "South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|",1,1,3 ], "South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|",1,1,4 ], "South Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|",1,1,5 ], "Sturmabteilung: the Nazi terrorist militia, organized around 1924" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|B|C|",1,1,1 ], "South African Broadcasting Corperation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|T|",1,1,1 ], "South Australian Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|T|B|",1,1,1 ], "soprano, alto, tenor, bass: a combination of voices in choral music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|A|Y|E|",1,1,1 ], "save as you earn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|C|",1,1,1 ], "Signal Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|C|",1,1,2 ], "South Carolina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|C|E|",1,1,1 ], "Scottish Certificate of Education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|C|M|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 2],"State Certified Midwife",1). c_DEF([ "S|C|M|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 3],"Student Christian Movement",1). c_DEF([ "S|C|R|(in British universities)" ,1, 1, 1],"senior common room",1). c_DEF([ "S|D|",1,1,1 ], "South Dakota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|D|",1,1,2 ], "standard deviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|H|M|",1,1,1 ], "simple harmonic motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|J|",1,1,1 ], "Society of Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|J|C|(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"Supreme Judicial Court",1). c_DEF([ "S|J|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Juridical Science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|L|",1,1,1 ], "Solicitor at Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|L|B|M|",1,1,1 ], "submarine-launched ballistic missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|M|",1,1,1 ], "sergeant major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|O|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Stationery Office",1). c_DEF([ "S|P|",1,1,1 ], "starting price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|P|C|K|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge",1). c_DEF([ "S|P|R|",1,1,1 ], "Society for Psychical Research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|R|C|",1,1,1 ], "Science Research Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|R|C|N|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"State Registered Children's Nurse",1). c_DEF([ "S|R|N|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"State Registered Nurse",1). c_DEF([ "S|R|O|",1,1,1 ], "standing room only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|R|O|",1,1,2 ], "Statutory Rules and Orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|S|",1,1,1 ], "steamship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|S|",1,1,2 ], "Sunday school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|S|B|",1,1,1 ], "single sideband (transmission)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|S|C|" ,1, 1, 1],"(in India) Secondary School Certificate",1). c_DEF([ "S|S|C|" ,1, 1, 2],"(in Scotland) solicitor to the Supreme Court",1). c_DEF([ "S|T|C|(in India)" ,1, 1, 1],"State Trading Corporation",1). c_DEF([ "S|T|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Sacred Theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|T|P|",1,1,1 ], "for an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S|T|P|",1,1,1 ], "scientifically treated petroleum: an oil substitute promising renewed power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|T|P|",1,1,2 ], "standard temperature and pressure: standard conditions of 0 degrees C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|T|P|",1,1,2 ], "temperature and 101|325 kPa (760 mmHg) pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "S|T|P|",1,1,3 ], "Professor of Sacred Theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|T|P|",1,2,1 ], "a synthetic hallucinogenic drug related to mescaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|V|",1,1,1 ], "Sancta Virgo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|V|",1,1,2 ], "Sanctitas Vestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|W|A|",1,1,1 ], "South West Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|W|G|",1,1,1 ], "Standard Wire Gauge; a notation for the diameters of metal rods or thickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "S|W|G|",1,1,1 ], "of metal sheet ranging from 16 mm to 0|02 mm or from 0|5 inch to 0|001 inch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "T",1,1,1 ], "absolute temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T",1,1,2 ], "tera-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T",1,1,3 ], "tritium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T",1,1,4 ], "tesla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T",1,1,5 ], "surface tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T",1,1,6 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T",1,1,7 ], "Thailand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-bar",1,1,1 ], "a T-shaped wrench for use with a socket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-bone steak",1,1,1 ], "a large choice steak cut from the sirloin of beef, containing a T-shaped bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-group",1,1,1 ], "a group that meets for educational or therapeutic purposes to study its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-group",1,1,1 ], "communication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "T-junction",1,1,1 ], "a road junction in which one road joins another at right-angles but does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-junction",1,1,1 ], "cross it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "T-man",1,1,1 ], "a law-enforcement agent of the U|S| Treasury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-number",1,1,1 ], "a function of the f-number of a camera lens that takes into account the amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-number",1,1,1 ], "of light actually transmitted by the lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "T-shirt",1,1,1 ], "a simple sweater of knitted cotton, worn informally by men and women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-square",1,1,1 ], "a T-shaped ruler used in mechanical drawing, consisting of a short crosspiece," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-square",1,1,1 ], "for drawing horizontal lines and to support set squares when drawing vertical and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "T-square",1,1,1 ], "inclined lines" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "T-square",1,1,1 ], "which slides along the edge of the drawing board, and a long horizontal piece: used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "T-stop",1,1,1 ], "a setting of the lens aperture on a camera calibrated photometrically and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T-stop",1,1,1 ], "assigned a T-number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "TA(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Territorial Army (now superseded by TAVR)",1). c_DEF([ "TAB",1,1,1 ], "typhoid-paratyphoid A and B (vaccine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TAB",1,1,2 ], "Totalizator Agency Board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TAM",1,1,1 ], "television audience measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TAVR",1,1,1 ], "Territorial and Army Volunteer Reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TC(on cars, etc|)" ,1, 1, 1],"twin carburettors",1). c_DEF([ "TD",1,1,1 ], "touch down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TG",1,1,1 ], "transformational grammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TG",1,1,2 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TG",1,1,3 ], "Togo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TKO",1,1,1 ], "technical knockout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TLC",1,1,1 ], "tender loving care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TN",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Tunisia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TNT",1,1,1 ], "2,4,6-trinitrotoluene; a yellow solid: used chiefly as a high explosive and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TNT",1,1,1 ], "also an intermediate in the manufacture of dyestuffs| Formula: CH3C6H2(NO\2)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "TPN",1,1,1 ], "triphosphopyridine nucleotide; a former name for NADP" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TR",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TSH",1,1,1 ], "thyroid-stimulating hormone; another name for thyrotropin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TT",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Trinidad and Tobago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TT",1,1,1 ], "teetotal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TT",1,1,2 ], "teetotaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TT",1,1,3 ], "Tourist Trophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TT",1,1,4 ], "tuberculin tested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TTL",1,1,1 ], "circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "TTL",1,1,1 ], "transistor transistor logic: a method of constructing electronic logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TTL",1,1,2 ], "through-the-lens: denoting a system of light metering in cameras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TU",1,1,1 ], "trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TV",1,1,1 ], "television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "TVA",1,1,1 ], "Tennessee Valley Authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ta",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for tantalum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ta`izz",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW Yemen: agricultural trading centre| Pop|: 80,000 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taal",1,1,1 ], "another name for Afrikaans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taal",2,1,1 ], "Lake Taal|Height: 300 m (984 ft|)| Area of lake: 243 sq| km (94 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taal",2,1,1 ], "an active volcano in the Philippines, on S Luzon on an island in the centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tabasco",1,1,1 ], "a very hot red sauce made from matured capsicums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tabasco",2,1,1 ], "Area: 24,338 sq| km (9783 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tabasco",2,1,1 ], "a state in SE Mexico, on the Gulf of Campeche: mostly flat and marshy with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tabasco",2,1,1 ], "extensive jungles; hot and humid climate| Capital: Villahermosa|Pop|: 768,327 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Table Bay",1,1,1 ], "the large bay on which Cape Town is situated, on the SW coast of South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Table Mountain",1,1,1 ], "Table Bay: flat-topped and steep-sided| Height: 1087 m (3567 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Table Mountain",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SW South Africa, in Cape Province overlooking Cape Town and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tabor",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N Israel, near Nazareth: traditionally regarded as the mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tabor",1,1,1 ], "where the Transfiguration took place| Height: 588 m (1929 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tabriz",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Iran: an ancient city, situated in a volcanic region of hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tabriz",1,1,1 ], "name: Tauris" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tabriz",1,1,1 ], "springs; university (1947); carpet manufacturing| Pop|: 510,000 (1973 est|)| Ancient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tacitus",1,1,1 ], "55-120 a|d|, Roman historian and orator, famous as a prose stylist| His works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tacitus",1,1,1 ], "include the Histories, dealing with the period 68-96, and the Annals, dealing with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tacitus",1,1,1 ], "period 14-68" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tacna-Arica",1,1,1 ], "Arica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tacna-Arica",1,1,1 ], "a coastal desert region of W South America, long disputed by Chile and Peru:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tacna-Arica",1,1,1 ], "divided in 1929 into the Peruvian department of Tacna and the Chilean department of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tacoma",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Washington, on Puget Sound: industrial centre| Pop|: 149,420 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tacoma",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tadmor",1,1,1 ], "the biblical name for Palmyra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tadzhik Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Dushanbe| Pop|: 2,899,602 (1970)| Area: 143,100 sq| km (55,240 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tadzhik Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S central Soviet Union: mountainous|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tadzhik",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Persian-speaking Muslim people inhabiting Tadzhikistan and parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tadzhik",1,1,1 ], "of Sinkiang in W China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tadzhiki",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tadzhiki",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Tadzhiks, belonging to the West Iranian subbranch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tadzhiki",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Tadzhiks or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taegu",1,1,1 ], "1,309,454 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taegu",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE South Korea: textile and agricultural trading centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taejon",1,1,1 ], "506,215 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taejon",1,1,1 ], "a city in W South Korea: market centre of an agricultural region| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taffy",1,1,1 ], "a slang word or nickname for a Welshman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tafilelt",1,1,1 ], "(500 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tafilelt",1,1,1 ], "an oasis in SE Morocco, the largest in the Sahara| Area: about 1300 sq| km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taft",1,1,1 ], "1857-1930, U|S| statesman; 27th president of the U|S| (1909-13)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tagalog",1,1,1 ], "Manila" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tagalog",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people of the Philippines, living chiefly in the region around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tagalog",1,1,2 ], "official language of the Philippines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tagalog",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tagalog",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taganrog",1,1,1 ], "Azov): founded in 1698 as a naval base and fortress by Peter the Great: industrial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taganrog",1,1,1 ], "a port in the S Soviet Union, on the Gulf of Taganrog (an inlet of the Sea of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taganrog",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 277,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tagore",1,1,1 ], "1912): Nobel prize for literature 1913" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tagore",1,1,1 ], "Sir Rabindranath (r@@!bi$:ndr@@~n$a$:t)| 1861-1941, Indian poet and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tagore",1,1,1 ], "philosopher| His verse collections, written in Bengali and English, include Gitanjali (1910;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tagus",1,1,1 ], "Iberian Peninsula| Length: 1007 km (626 miles)| Portuguese name: Tejo|Spanish name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tagus",1,1,1 ], "Tajo" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tagus",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Europe, rising in E central Spain and flowing west to the border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tagus",1,1,1 ], "with Portugal, then southwest to the Atlantic at Lisbon: the longest river of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tahiti",1,1,1 ], "(388 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tahiti",1,1,1 ], "1842 and a colony in 1880| Capital: Papeete| Pop|: 84,552 (1970)| Area: 1005 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tahiti",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, in the Windward group of the Society Islands: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tahiti",1,1,1 ], "largest and most important island in French Polynesia; became a French protectorate in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tahoe",1,1,1 ], "a lake between E California and W Nevada, in the Sierra Nevada Mountains at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tahoe",1,1,1 ], "altitude of 1899 m (6229 ft|)| Area: about 520 sq| km (200 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tai",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Thai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taichung",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Republic of China (Taiwan): commercial centre of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taichung",1,1,1 ], "agricultural region| Pop|: 428,426 (1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taimyr Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "Laptev Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taimyr Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a large peninsula of the N central Soviet Union, between the Kara Sea and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tainan",1,1,1 ], "Chengkung University| Pop|: 461,838 (1969 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tainan",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Republic of China (Taiwan): an early centre of Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tainan",1,1,1 ], "emigration from the mainland; largest city and capital of the island (1638-1885);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taine" ,1, 1, 1],"1828-93, French literary critic and historian|He applied determinist criteria",1). c_DEF([ "Taine" ,1, 1, 1],"products of environment and race|His works include",3). c_DEF([ "Taine" ,1, 1, 1],"to the study of literature, art, history, and psychology, regarding them as",2). c_DEF([ "Taine" ,1, 1, 2],"and Les Origines de la France contemporaine (1875-93)",1). c_DEF([ "Taino",1,1,1 ], "Bahamas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taino",1,1,1 ], "a member of an extinct American Indian people of the Greater Antilles and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taino",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Arawakan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taipei",1,1,1 ], "became capital in 1885; industrial centre; two universities| Pop|: 1,712,108 (1969" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taipei",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Taipei",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Republic of China (Taiwan), at the N tip of the island:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taiping",1,1,1 ], "Manchu dynasty but was eventually suppressed with foreign aid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Taiping",1,1,1 ], "a person who supported or took part in the movement of religious mysticism and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taiping",1,1,1 ], "agrarian unrest in China between 1850 and 1864 (Taiping rebellion), which weakened the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taisho",1,1,1 ], "Emperor Yoshihito (1912-26)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taisho",1,1,1 ], "the period of Japanese history and artistic style associated with the reign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taisho",1,1,2 ], "the throne name of Yoshihito (1879-1926), emperor of Japan (1912-26)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taiwan Strait",1,1,1 ], "another name for Formosa Strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taiwan",1,1,1 ], "an island in SE Asia between the East China Sea and the South China Sea, off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taiwan",1,1,1 ], "by the Nationalist government of China" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Taiwan",1,1,1 ], "the SE coast of the People""s Republic of China: the principal territory governed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taiyuan",1,1,1 ], "1,350,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Taiyuan",1,1,1 ], "a city in N China, capital of Shansi: founded before 450 a|d|;an industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taiyuan",1,1,1 ], "centre, surrounded by China""s largest reserves of high-grade bituminous coal| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taj Mahal",1,1,1 ], "(1632-43) by the emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal; regarded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taj Mahal",1,1,1 ], "a white marble mausoleum in central India, in Agra on the Jumna River: built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taj Mahal",1,1,1 ], "as the finest example of Mogul architecture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tajik",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tadzhik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tajo",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for the Tagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Takamatsu",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Japan, on NE Shikoku on the Inland Sea| Pop|: 294,139 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Takamatsu",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Takao",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese name for Kaohsiung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Takoradi",1,1,1 ], "harbour opened in 1928| Pop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Takoradi",1,1,1 ], "the chief port of Ghana, in the southwest on the Gulf of Guinea: modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Takoradi",1,1,2 ], "(with Sekondi): 161,071 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talaing",1,1,1 ], "another name for Mon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talavera de la Reina",1,1,1 ], "French by British and Spanish forces (1809) during the Peninsular War; agricultural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Talavera de la Reina",1,1,1 ], "a walled town in central Spain, on the Tagus River: scene of the defeat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talavera de la Reina",1,1,1 ], "processing centre| Pop|: 46,412 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Talbot",1,1,1 ], "Dr| William| born 1913, Liberian statesman: president of Liberia since 1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talca",1,1,1 ], "(1818)| Pop|: 115,130 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Talca",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Chile: scene of the declaration of Chilean independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talcahuano",1,1,1 ], "a port in S central Chile, near Concepcion on an inlet of the Pacific: oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talcahuano",1,1,1 ], "refinery| Pop|: 183,591 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taliesin",1,1,1 ], "6th-century a|d| Welsh bard; supposed author of 12 heroic poems in the Book of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taliesin",1,1,1 ], "Taliesin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tallahassee",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tallahassee",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Florida, capital of the state: two universities| Pop|: 71,897" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talleyrand-Prigord",1,1,1 ], "1754-1838, French statesman foreign minister (1797-1807; 1814-15)|He secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talleyrand-Prigord",1,1,1 ], "at the Congress of Vienna (1815)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Talleyrand-Prigord",1,1,1 ], "negotiated with the Allies against Napoleon I from 1808 and was France""s representative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tallinn",1,1,1 ], "Finland: founded by the Danes in 1219; naval base| Pop|: 299,000 (1975 est|)| German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tallinn",1,1,1 ], "a port in the NW Soviet Union, capital of the Estonian SSR, on the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tallinn",1,1,1 ], "name: Reval" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tallis",1,1,1 ], "1505-85, English composer and organist; noted for his arrangements of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tallis",1,1,1 ], "liturgical music of the Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Talmud",1,1,1 ], "comprising the Mishnah and the Gemara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Talmud",1,1,1 ], "the main authoritative compilation of ancient Jewish law and tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talmud",1,1,2 ], "375 a|d|, or the longer and more important Babylonian Talmud of about 500 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Talmud",1,1,2 ], "either of two recensions of this compilation, the Palestinian Talmud of about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talmudist",1,1,1 ], "any of the writers of or contributors to the Talmud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talmudist",1,1,2 ], "a scholar specializing in the study of the Talmud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talmudist",1,1,3 ], "a person who accepts the authority of the Talmud or adheres to its teachings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Talos",1,1,1 ], "and was killed by him out of jealousy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Talos",1,1,1 ], "the nephew and apprentice of Daedalus, who surpassed his uncle as an inventor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamatave",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Madagascar, on the Indian Ocean: the country""s chief commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamatave",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 50,500 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tamaulipas",1,1,1 ], "1,456,858 (1970)| Area: 79,829 sq| km (30,822 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tamaulipas",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE Mexico, on the Gulf of Mexico| Capital: Ciudad Victoria| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tambora",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in Indonesia, on N Sumbawa: violent eruption of 1815 reduced its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tambora",1,1,1 ], "height from about 4000 m (13,000 ft|) to 2850 m (9400 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tambov",1,1,1 ], "Muscovite fort| Pop|: 257,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tambov",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W central Soviet Union: founded in 1636 as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamburlaine",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Tamerlane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamerlane",1,1,1 ], "Angora (1402) and died while invading China" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tamerlane",1,1,1 ], "Mongolia to the Mediterranean; ruler of Samarkand (1369-1405)| He defeated the Turks at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tamerlane",1,1,1 ], "Turkic name Timur (ti$:!mu@@)|1336-1405, Mongol conqueror of the area from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil Nadu",1,1,1 ], "(50,839 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1968): Madras" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil Nadu",1,1,1 ], "Hills in the west| Capital: Madras| Pop|: 41,199,168 (1971)| Area: 130,357 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil Nadu",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE India, on the Coromandel Coast: reorganized in 1956 and 1960 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil Nadu",1,1,1 ], "made smaller; consists of a coastal plain backed by hills, including the Nilgiri" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil",1,1,1 ], "a member of a mixed Dravidian and Caucasoid people of S India and Sri Lanka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil",1,1,2 ], "Lanka and elsewhere, belonging to the Dravidian family of languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people: the state language of Madras, also spoken in Sri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamil",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tammany Hall" ,1, 1, 1],"Originally founded as a benevolent society (Tammany Society) in 1789, Tammany Hall was",2). c_DEF([ "Tammany Hall" ,1, 1, 1],"early 20th centuries",4). c_DEF([ "Tammany Hall" ,1, 1, 1],"notorious for the corruption in city and state politics that it fostered in the 19th and",3). c_DEF([ "Tammany Hall" ,1, 1, 1],"the central organization of the Democratic Party in New York county|",1). c_DEF([ "Tammany Hall" ,1, 2, 1],"Tammanyite",1). c_DEF([ "Tammany Hall" ,1, 3, 1],"the Swedish name for Tamper",1). c_DEF([ "Tammuz",1,1,1 ], "Jewish calendar, falling in June and July" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tammuz",1,1,1 ], "the tenth month of the civil year and fourth of the ecclesiastical year in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tampa",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in W Florida, on Tampa Bay (an arm of the Gulf of Mexico):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tampa",1,1,1 ], "two universities| Pop|: 275,643 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tampere",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Finland: the second largest town in Finland; textile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tampere",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing| Pop|: 164,292 (1973 est|)| Swedish name: Tammerfors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tampico",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in E Mexico, in Tamaulipas on the Panuco River: oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tampico",1,1,1 ], "refining| Pop|: 222,188 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tamworth",1,1,1 ], "a market town in W central England, in SE Staffordshire| Pop|: 40,245 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamworth",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Australia, in E central New South Wales: industrial centre of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tamworth",1,1,2 ], "agricultural region| Pop|: 25,360 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,1 ], "(6000 ft|) high: the largest lake of Ethiopia; source of the Blue Nile| Area: 3673" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,1 ], "Lake| a lake in NW Ethiopia, on a plateau 1800 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1418 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,2 ], "a river in E Kenya, rising in the Aberdare Range and flowing in a wide curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,2 ], "east to the Indian Ocean: the longest river in Kenya| Length: 708 km (440 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,3 ], "a river in NE Norway, flowing generally northeast as part of the border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,3 ], "between Norway and Finland to the Arctic Ocean by Tana Fjord| Length: about 320 km (200" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tana",1,1,3 ], "miles)| Finnish name: Teno" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tanach",1,1,1 ], "Prophets, and the Hagiographa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanach",1,1,1 ], "the Old Testament as used by Jews, divided into the Pentateuch (Torah), the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanagra",1,1,1 ], "a town in ancient Boeotia, famous for terra-cotta figurines of the same name," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanagra",1,1,1 ], "first discovered in its necropolis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanana",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Alaska, rising in the Wrangell Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanana",1,1,1 ], "northwest to the Yukon River| Length: about 765 km (475 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tananarive",1,1,1 ], "by a Hova chief; university (1961)| Pop|: 347,466 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tananarive",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Madagascar, on the central plateau: founded in the 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanaron",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for (Cape)Matapan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tancred",1,1,1 ], "died 1112, Norman hero of the First Crusade, who played a prominent part in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tancred",1,1,1 ], "the capture of Jerusalem (1099)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tandjungpriok",1,1,1 ], "a major shipping and distributing centre for the whole archipelago" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tandjungpriok",1,1,1 ], "a port in Indonesia, on the NW coast of Java adjoining the capital, Djakarta:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tandoori",1,1,1 ], "an Indian method of cooking meat or vegetables on a spit in a clay oven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tang",1,1,1 ], "the imperial dynasty of China from 618-907 a|d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanga",1,1,1 ], "61,058 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanga",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Tanzania, on the Indian Ocean: Tanzania""s second port| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanganyika",1,1,1 ], "1946; gained independence in 1961 and united with Zanzibar in 1964 as the United" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tanganyika",1,1,1 ], "Republic of Tanzania" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tanganyika",1,1,1 ], "a former state in E Africa: became part of German East Africa in 1884; ceded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanganyika",1,1,1 ], "to Britain as a League of Nations mandate in 1919 and as a UN trust territory in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanganyika",1,1,2 ], "Area: 32,893 sq| km (12,700 sq| miles)| Length: 676 km (420 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tanganyika",1,1,2 ], "Burundi and Zambia, in the Great Rift Valley: the longest freshwater lake in the world|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanganyika",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in central Africa between Tanzania and Zaire, bordering also on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tangier",1,1,1 ], "187,994 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tangier",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Morocco, on the Strait of Gibraltar: a Phoenician trading post in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tangier",1,1,1 ], "capital of Morocco and a free port in 1962; commercial and financial centre| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tangier",1,1,1 ], "the 15th century b|c|; a neutral international zone (1923-56); made the summer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tangshan",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE China, in Hopei province| Pop|: 950,000 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanguy",1,1,1 ], "1900-55, U|S| surrealist painter, born in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanis",1,1,1 ], "6th century b|c|; at one time the capital of Egypt| Biblical name: Zoan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city located in the E part of the Nile delta: abandoned after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanjore",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Thanjavur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanjungpriok",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tandjungpriok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tannenberg",1,1,1 ], "a village in N Poland, formerly in East Prussia: site of a decisive German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tannenberg",1,1,1 ], "victory over the Russians in 1914| Polish name: Stebark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tannhser",1,1,1 ], "13th-century German minnesinger, commonly identified with a legendary knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tannhser",1,1,1 ], "forms the basis of an opera by Wagner" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tannhser",1,1,1 ], "who sought papal absolution after years spent in revelry with Venus| The legend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanta",1,1,1 ], "278,300 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tanta",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Egypt, on the Nile delta: noted for its Muslim festivals| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tantalus",1,1,1 ], "a king, the father of Pelops, punished in Hades for his misdeeds by having to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tantalus",1,1,1 ], "as he reaches for it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tantalus",1,1,1 ], "stand in water that recedes when he tries to drink it and under fruit that moves away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tantra",1,1,1 ], "mainly in the form of a dialogue between Siva and his wife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tantra",1,1,1 ], "the sacred books of Tantrism, written between the 7th and 17th centuries a|d|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tantrism",1,1,1 ], "a movement within Hinduism combining magical and mystical elements and with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tantrism",1,1,1 ], "sacred writings of its own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tantrism",1,1,2 ], "a similar movement within Buddhism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanzania",1,1,1 ], "Exports include sisal, cotton, and coffee| Official languages: English and Swahili|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tanzania",1,1,1 ], "Religion: Muslim, Christian, and animist| Currency: Tanzanian shilling| Capital: Dar es" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tanzania",1,1,1 ], "Salaam| Pop|: 12,313,469 (1967)| Area: 945,203 sq| km (364,943 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tanzania",1,1,1 ], "a republic in E Africa, on the Indian Ocean: formed by the union of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tanzania",1,1,1 ], "independent states of Tanganyika and Zanzibar in 1964; a member of the Commonwealth|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tao",1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Taoism) that in virtue of which all things happen or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tao",1,1,1 ], "exist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tao",1,1,2 ], "the rational basis of human conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tao",1,1,3 ], "the course of life and its relation to eternal truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taoism",1,1,1 ], "noninterference with the course of natural events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taoism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophy of Lao-tse that advocates a simple honest life and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taoism",1,1,2 ], "a popular Chinese system of religion and philosophy claiming to be teachings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taoism",1,1,2 ], "of Lao-tse but also incorporating pantheism and sorcery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tapaj",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Brazil, rising in N central Mato Grosso and flowing northeast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tapaj",1,1,1 ], "the Amazon| Length: about 800 km (500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tara",1,1,1 ], "a village in Co| Meath near Dublin, by the Hill of Tara, the historic seat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tara",1,1,1 ], "the ancient Irish kings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarabulus el Gharb",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Arabic name for Tripoli (Libya)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarabulus esh Sham",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Arabic name for Tripoli (Lebanon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taranto",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)| Latin name: Tarentum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Taranto",1,1,1 ], "Sea): the chief city of Magna Graecia; taken by the Romans in 272 b|c|Pop|: 239,900" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taranto",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Italy, in Apulia on the Gulf of Taranto (an inlet of the Ionian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarantula nebula",1,1,1 ], "Magellanic Cloud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarantula nebula",1,1,1 ], "a huge bright emission nebula located in the S hemisphere in the Large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarawa",1,1,1 ], "lagoon in the W central Pacific| Pop|: 10,616 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarawa",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Gilbert Islands, occupying a chain of islets surrounding a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarbes",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarbes",1,1,1 ], "a town in SW France: noted for the breeding of Anglo-Arab horses| Pop|: 57,765" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tardenoisian",1,1,1 ], "instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tardenoisian",1,1,1 ], "of or referring to a Mesolithic culture characterized by small flint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarentum",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name of Taranto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Targum",1,1,1 ], "an Aramaic translation, usually in the form of an expanded paraphrase, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Targum",1,1,1 ], "various books or sections of the Old Testament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarim",1,1,1 ], "Basin between the Tien Shan and Kunlun mountain systems of central Asia, an area of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tarim",1,1,1 ], "Takla Makan desert, dividing repeatedly and forming lakes among the dunes, finally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarim",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW China, in Sinkiang province: flows east along the N edge of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarim",1,1,1 ], "about 906,500 sq| km (350,000 sq| miles)| Length: 2190 km (1360 miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tarim",1,1,1 ], "disappearing in the Lop Nor depression; the chief river of Sinkiang; drains the great Tarim" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tarkington",1,1,1 ], "Booth| 1869-1946, U|S| novelist| His works include the historical romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarkington",1,1,1 ], "Monsieur Beaucaire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarkington",1,1,2 ], "(1900), tales of the Middle West, such as The Magnificent Ambersons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarkington",1,1,3 ], "(1918) and Alice Adams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarkington",1,1,4 ], "(1921), and the series featuring the character Penrod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarmac",1,1,1 ], "Tarmacadam " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tarmac",1,1,1 ], "a paving material that consists of crushed stone rolled and bound with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarmac",1,1,1 ], "mixture of tar and bitumen, esp| as used for a road, airport runway, etc| Full name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarn",1,1,1 ], "346,775 (1975)| Area: 5780 sq| km (2254 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarn",1,1,1 ], "a department of S France, in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Albi| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarn",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SE Poland| Pop|: 89,000 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarn",1,1,2 ], "a river in SW France, rising in the Massif Central and flowing generally west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarn",1,1,2 ], "to the Garonne River| Length: 375 km (233 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarn-et-Garonne",1,1,1 ], "189,547 (1975)| Area: 3731 sq| km (1455 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarn-et-Garonne",1,1,1 ], "a department of SW France, in Midi-Pyrenees region| Capital: Montauban| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarnopol",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Ternopol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarpeia",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman legend) a vestal virgin, who betrayed Rome to the Sabines and was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarpeia",1,1,1 ], "killed by them when she requested a reward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarpeian Rock",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a cliff on the Capitoline hill from which traitors were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarpeian Rock",1,1,1 ], "hurled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarquin",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Lucius Tarquinius Priscus| fifth legendary king of Rome (616-578" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarquin",1,1,1 ], "b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarquin",1,1,2 ], "(534-510 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarquin",1,1,2 ], "Latin name Lucius Tarquinius Superbus| seventh and last legendary king of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarragona",1,1,1 ], "Roman Empire; destroyed by the Moors (714)| Pop|: 78,238 (1970)| Latin name: Tarraco" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarragona",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Spain, on the Mediterranean: one of the richest seaports of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarrasa",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain: textile centre| Pop|: 138,697 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarshish",1,1,1 ], "Phoenician colonies in Sardinia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarshish",1,1,1 ], "an ancient port, mentioned in I Kings 1022, situated in Spain or in one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarsus",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Turkey, on the Tarsus River: site of ruins of ancient Tarsus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarsus",1,1,1 ], "capital of Cilicia, and birthplace of St| Paul| Pop|: 102,186 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarsus",1,1,2 ], "a river in SE Turkey, in Cilicia, rising in the Taurus Mountains and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tarsus",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tarsus",1,1,2 ], "south past Tarsus to the Mediterranean| Ancient name: Cydnus|Length: 153 km (95" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tartar",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tatar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartarean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Tartarus; infernal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartarus",1,1,1 ], "an abyss under Hades where the Titans were imprisoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartarus",1,1,2 ], "a part of Hades reserved for evildoers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartarus",1,1,3 ], "the underworld; Hades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartarus",1,1,4 ], "a primordial god who became the father of the monster Typhon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartary",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tatary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartu",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Former name (11th century until 1918): Yurev" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tartu",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, in the SE Estonian SSR: became Russian in 1704" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tartu",1,1,1 ], "after successive Russian, Polish, and Swedish rule; university (1632)| Pop|: 90,459" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tarzan",1,1,1 ], "a man with great physical strength, agility, and virility|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tashi Lama",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Panchen Lama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tashkent",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S central Soviet Union, capital of the Uzbek SSR: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tashkent",1,1,1 ], "oldest and largest cities in central Asia; taken by the Russians in 1865; cotton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tashkent",1,1,1 ], "textile manufacturing| Pop|: 1,595,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tasman Sea",1,1,1 ], "the part of the Pacific between SE Australia and NW New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tasman",1,1,1 ], "1603-59, Dutch navigator, who discovered Tasmania, New Zealand, and the Tonga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tasman",1,1,1 ], "and Fiji Islands (1642-43)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmania",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Hobart| Pop|: 402,800 (1976)| Area: 68,332 sq| km (26,383 sq| miles)| Former" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmania",1,1,1 ], "an island in the S Pacific, south of Australia: forms, with offshore islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmania",1,1,1 ], "name (1642-1855): Van Diemen""s Land" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmania",1,1,1 ], "the smallest state of Australia; discovered by the Dutch explorer Tasman in 1642;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmania",1,1,1 ], "used as a penal colony by the British (1803-53); mostly forested and mountainous|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmanian devil",1,1,1 ], "a small ferocious carnivorous marsupial, Sarcophilus harrisi, of Tasmania," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmanian devil",1,1,1 ], "having black fur with pale markings, strong jaws, and short legs: family Dasyuridae|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tasmanian wolf",1,1,1 ], "other names for thylacine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tass",1,1,1 ], "the principal news agency of the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tassie",1,1,1 ], "Tasmania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tassie",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Tasmania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tasso" ,1, 1, 1],"1544-95, Italian poet, noted for his pastoral idyll",1). c_DEF([ "Tasso" ,1, 1, 2],"and for Jerusalem Delivered (1581), dealing with the First Crusade",1). c_DEF([ "Tas|",1,1,1 ], "Tasmania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tatar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 68,000 sq| km (26,250 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tatar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W central Soviet Union, in the RSFSR around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tatar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "the confluence of the Volga and Kama Rivers| Capital: Kazan| Pop|: 3,131,238" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tatar Strait",1,1,1 ], "Island, linking the Sea of Japan with the Sea of Okhotsk| Length: about 560 km (350" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tatar Strait",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Pacific between the mainland of the SE Soviet Union and Sakhalin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tatar Strait",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tatar" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a member of a Mongoloid people who under Genghis Khan established a vast and",1). c_DEF([ "Tatar" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"powerful state in central Asia from the 13th century until conquered by Russia in 1552",2). c_DEF([ "Tatar" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a descendant of this people, now scattered throughout the Soviet Union but",1). c_DEF([ "Tatar" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"living chiefly around the middle Volga",2). c_DEF([ "Tatar" ,1, 1, 2],"Turkic branch of the Altaic family",2). c_DEF([ "Tatar" ,1, 1, 2],"the language or group of dialects spoken by this people, belonging to the",1). c_DEF([ "Tatar" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or characteristic of the Tatars",1). c_DEF([ "Tatary",1,1,1 ], "a historical region (with indefinite boundaries) in E Europe and Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tatary",1,1,1 ], "east as the Pacific under Genghis Khan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tatary",1,1,1 ], "inhabited by Bulgars until overrun by the Tatars in the mid-13th century: extended as far" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tatary",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| another name for the Tatar Strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tate",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry| 1819-99, English sugar refiner and philanthropist; founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tate",1,1,1 ], "Tate Gallery in London (1897)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tate",1,1,2 ], "(John Orley) Allen| born 1899, U|S| poet and critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tati",1,1,1 ], "Monsieur Hulot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tati",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, French film director and comic actor, creator of the character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tatra Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range along the border between Czechoslovakia and Poland, extending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tatra Mountains",1,1,1 ], "for about 64 km (40 miles): the highest range of the central Carpathians| Highest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tatra Mountains",1,1,1 ], "peak: Gerlachovka, 2663 m (8737 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tatum",1,1,1 ], "1910-56, U|S| jazz pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taunton",1,1,1 ], "Assize(1685) after the Battle of Sedgemoor| Pop|: 37,373 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taunton",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SW England, in Somerset: scene of Judge Jeffreys"" Bloody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taupo",1,1,1 ], "Zealand| Area: 616 sq| km (238 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taupo",1,1,1 ], "a lake in New Zealand, on central North Island: the largest lake of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tauranga",1,1,1 ], "a port in New Zealand, on NE North Island on the Bay of Plenty: exports dairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tauranga",1,1,1 ], "produce, meat, and timber| Pop|: 28,188 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taurus Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S Turkey, parallel to the Mediterranean coast: crossed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taurus Mountains",1,1,1 ], "peak: Kaldi Davg, 3734 m (12,251 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Taurus Mountains",1,1,1 ], "the Cilician Gates; continued in the northeast by the Anti-Taurus range| Highest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 2, 1],"Aries and Gemini|It contains the star Aldebaran, the star clusters Hyades and",2). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 2, 1],"Pleiades, and the Crab Nebula",3). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 2, 1],"a zodiacal constellation in the N hemisphere lying close to Orion and between",1). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"a person born when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 2, 2],"May 20",3). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 2, 2],"and ruled by the planet Venus|The sun is in this sign between about April 20 and",2). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 2, 2],"the second sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a fixed earth classification",1). c_DEF([ "Taurus" ,1, 3, 1],"born under or characteristic of Taurus",1). c_DEF([ "Tautology" ,1, 1, 1],"as in the sentence Will these supplies be adequate enoughin place of Will these",2). c_DEF([ "Tautology" ,1, 1, 1],"supplies be adequate",3). c_DEF([ "Tautology" ,1, 1, 1],"the use of words that merely repeat elements of the meaning already conveyed,",1). c_DEF([ "Tautology" ,1, 1, 2],"a proposition that is always true whether its component terms are true or",1). c_DEF([ "Tautology" ,1, 1, 2],"false, as in either the sun is out or the sun is not out",2). c_DEF([ "Tavel",1,1,1 ], "S France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tavel",1,1,1 ], "a fine rose wine produced in the Rhone valley near the small town of Tavel in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taverner",1,1,1 ], "1495-1545, English composer, esp| of church music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tawney" ,1, 1, 1],"1",1). c_DEF([ "Tawney" ,1, 1, 2],"(1931)",3). c_DEF([ "Tawney" ,1, 1, 2],"1880-1962, English economic historian, born in India|His chief works are The",1). c_DEF([ "Tawney" ,1, 1, 2],"Acquisitive Society (1920), Religion and the Rise of Capitalism (1926), and Equality",2). c_DEF([ "Tay",1,1,1 ], "Firth of| the estuary of the River Tay on the North Sea coast of Scotland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tay",1,1,1 ], "Length: 40 km (25 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tay",1,1,2 ], "Length: 193 km (120 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tay",1,1,2 ], "a river in central Scotland, flowing northeast through Loch Tay, then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tay",1,1,2 ], "southeast to the Firth of Tay: the longest river in Scotland; noted for salmon-fishing|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tay",1,1,3 ], "Loch| a lake in central Scotland, in Tayside Region| Length: 23 km (14 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor""s series",1,1,1 ], "an infinite sum giving the value of a function f(z) in the neighbourhood of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor""s series",1,1,1 ], "conditions, the series has the form fff""""" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor""s series",1,1,1 ], "point a in terms of the derivatives of the function evaluated at a|Under certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor""s series",1,1,2 ], "(z ,-,a)/1&f^" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor""s series",1,1,3 ], "(z,-,a)'2/2& &e" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,1 ], "Brook| 1685-1731, English mathematician, who laid the foundations of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,1 ], "differential calculus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,2 ], "Butterfield 8 (1960), Who""s Afraid of Virginia Woolf(1966), and Secret Ceremony (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,2 ], "Elizabeth| born 1932| U|S| film actress, born in England: films include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,3 ], "Jeremy| 1613-67, English cleric, best known for his devotional manuals Holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,3 ], "Living (1650) and Holy Dying (1651)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,4 ], "War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Taylor",1,1,4 ], "Zachary| 1784-1850, 12th president of the U|S| (1849-50);hero of the Mexican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Taymyr Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Taimyr Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tayside Region",1,1,1 ], "7511 sq| km (2900 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tayside Region",1,1,1 ], "a local government region in E Scotland: formed in 1975 from Angus, Kinross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tayside Region",1,1,1 ], "and most of Perth| Administrative centre: Dundee| Pop|: 402,180 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tb",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for terbium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tbi",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Tempe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tbilisi",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 1,006,000 (1975 est|)| Russian name: Tiflis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tbilisi",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Georgian SSR, on the Kura River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tbilisi",1,1,1 ], "founded in 458 as capital of Georgia; taken by the Russians in 1801; university (1918)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tc",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for technetium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tchad",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Chad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tchaikovsky",1,1,1 ], "1840-93, Russian composer|His works, which are noted for their expressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tchaikovsky",1,1,1 ], "melodies, include the Sixth Symphony (the Path""etique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tchaikovsky",1,1,2 ], "1893), ballets, esp| Swan Lake (1876) and The Sleeping Beauty (1889), and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tchaikovsky",1,1,2 ], "operas, including Eugene Onegin (1879) and The Queen of Spades (1890), both based on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tchaikovsky",1,1,2 ], "works by Pushkin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Te Deum",1,1,1 ], "England and used by both Churches as an expression of thanksgiving on special" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Te Deum",1,1,1 ], "Roman Catholic Church and in English translation at morning prayer in the Church of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Te Deum",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Latin hymn in rhythmic prose, sung or recited at matins in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Te Deum",1,1,1 ], "occasions" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Te Deum",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this hymn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Te Deum",1,1,3 ], "a service of thanksgiving in which the recital of this hymn forms a central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Te Deum",1,1,3 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Te Kanawa",1,1,1 ], "born 1947, New Zealand operatic soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Te",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for tellurium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teach",1,1,1 ], "known as Blackbeard| died 1718, English pirate, active in the West Indies and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teach",1,1,1 ], "on the Atlantic coast of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tebet",1,1,1 ], "the Jewish calendar, falling in December and January" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tebet",1,1,1 ], "the fourth month of the civil year and the tenth of the ecclesiastical year in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Technicolor",1,1,1 ], "desired mix of colour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Technicolor",1,1,1 ], "films of the same scene, each of which has a different colour filter, to obtain the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Technicolor",1,1,1 ], "the process of producing colour film by means of superimposing synchronized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tecumseh",1,1,1 ], "1768-1813, American Indian chief of the Shawnee tribe| He attempted to unite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tecumseh",1,1,1 ], "killed while fighting for the British in the War of 1812" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tecumseh",1,1,1 ], "western Indian tribes against the Whites, but was defeated at Tippecanoe (1811)| He was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tedder",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Tedder of Glenguin| 1890-1967, British marshal of the Royal Air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tedder",1,1,1 ], "Force; deputy commander under Eisenhower of the Allied Expeditionary Force (1944-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tees",1,1,1 ], "a river in N England, rising in the N Pennines and flowing southeast and east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tees",1,1,1 ], "to the North Sea at Middlesbrough| Length: 113 km (70 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teesside",1,1,1 ], "borough, containing Middlesbrough, from 1968 to 1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teesside",1,1,1 ], "the industrial region around the lower Tees valley and estuary: a county" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teflon",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for polytetrafluoroethylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tegucigalpa",1,1,1 ], "1579; university (1847)| Pop|: 305,387 (1974)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tegucigalpa",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Honduras, in the south on the Choluteca River: founded about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teheran",1,1,1 ], "the ancient capital Ray, destroyed by Mongols in 1220; became capital in the 1790s;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teheran",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Iran, at the foot of the Elburz Mountains: built on the site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teheran",1,1,1 ], "three universities| Pop|: 4,002,000 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tehuantepec",1,1,1 ], "and the Gulf of Tehuantepec (an inlet of the Pacific) on the south coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tehuantepec",1,1,1 ], "the narrowest part of S Mexico, with the Bay of Campeche on the north coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teide",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic mountain in the Canary Islands, on Tenerife| Height: 3718 m (12,166" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teide",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teilhard de Chardin" ,1, 1, 1],"1881-1955, French Jesuit priest, palaeontologist, and philosopher|In",1). c_DEF([ "Teilhard de Chardin" ,1, 1, 2],"as proof of the existence of God",2). c_DEF([ "Teilhard de Chardin" ,1, 1, 2],"he explored the mystery of man's evolution and cites his scientific findings",1). c_DEF([ "Tejo",1,1,1 ], "the Portuguese name for the Tagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tel Aviv",1,1,1 ], "357,600 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tel Aviv",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Israel, on the Mediterranean: the largest city and chief financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tel Aviv",1,1,1 ], "centre in Israel; incorporated the city of Jaffa in 1950; university (1953)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telanaipura",1,1,1 ], "another name for Djambi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telautograph",1,1,1 ], "a telegraphic device for reproducing handwriting, drawings, etc|, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telautograph",1,1,1 ], "line to a similar pen at the receiving end" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Telautograph",1,1,1 ], "movements of an electromagnetically controlled pen at one end being transmitted along a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telegonus",1,1,1 ], "a son of Odysseus and Circe, who sought his father and mistakenly killed him," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telegonus",1,1,1 ], "later marrying Odysseus"" widow Penelope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telegu",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Telugu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telemachus",1,1,1 ], "suitors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telemachus",1,1,1 ], "the son of Odysseus and Penelope, who helped his father slay his mother""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telemann",1,1,1 ], "1681-1767, German composer, noted for his prolific output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teleran",1,1,1 ], "aircraft in relation to others" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Teleran",1,1,1 ], "an electronic navigational aid in which the image of a ground-based radar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teleran",1,1,1 ], "system is televised to aircraft in flight so that a pilot can see the position of his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telescopium" ,1, 2, 1],"Ara",2). c_DEF([ "Telescopium" ,1, 2, 1],"an inconspicuous constellation in the S hemisphere, close to Sagittarius and",1). c_DEF([ "Teletype",1,1,1 ], "a type of teleprinter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teletype",1,1,2 ], "a network of such devices, used for communicating messages, information, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teletype",1,2,1 ], "to transmit (a message) by Teletype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teletypesetter",1,1,1 ], "a keyboard device whose output can either be punched tape, which can be used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teletypesetter",1,1,1 ], "directly to operate a line-casting machine, or be transmitted by cable or wire to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teletypesetter",1,1,1 ], "operate such a machine indirectly|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Telford",1,1,1 ], "79,827 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telford",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in Salop: designated a new town in 1963| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telford",2,1,1 ], "1757-1834, Scottish civil engineer, known esp| for his roads and such bridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telford",2,1,1 ], "as the Menai suspension bridge (1825)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tell el Amarna",1,1,1 ], "a group of ruins and rock tombs in Upper Egypt, on the Nile below Asyut: site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tell el Amarna",1,1,1 ], "of the capital of Amenhotep IV, built about 1375 b|c|; excavated from 1891" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tell el Amarna",1,1,1 ], "onwards" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tell",1,1,1 ], "German name Wilhelm Tell| a legendary Swiss patriot, who, traditionally, lived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tell",1,1,1 ], "apple from his son""s head with one shot of his crossbow| He did so without mishap" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tell",1,1,1 ], "in the early 14th century and was compelled by an Austrian governor to shoot an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teller",1,1,1 ], "born 1908, U|S| nuclear physicist, born in Hungary: a major contributor to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teller",1,1,1 ], "development of the hydrogen bomb (1952)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tellus",1,1,1 ], "dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tellus",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of the earth; protectress of marriage, fertility, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telstar",1,1,1 ], "and 1963 by the U|S| and used in the transmission of television programmes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telstar",1,1,1 ], "either of two low-altitude active communications satellites launched in 1962" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telstar",1,1,1 ], "telephone messages, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Telugu",1,1,1 ], "a language of SE India, belonging to the Dravidian family of languages: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telugu",1,1,1 ], "state language of Andhra Pradesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Telugu",1,1,2 ], "a member of the people who speak this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telugu",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Telukbetung",1,1,1 ], "a port in Indonesia, in S Sumatra on the Sunda Strait| Pop|: 198,986 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tema",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 26,860 (1960)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tema",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Ghana on the Atlantic: new harbour opened in 1962; oil-refining|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temesv",1,1,1 ], "the Hungarian name for Timisoara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temne",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of N Sierra Leone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temne",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, closely related to Bantu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tempe",1,1,1 ], "Ossa| Modern Greek name: Tembi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tempe",1,1,1 ], "a wooded valley in E Greece, in Thessaly between the mountains Olympus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Templar",1,1,1 ], "Christian pilgrims; suppressed in 1312" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Templar",1,1,1 ], "a member of a military religious order (Knights of the Temple of Solomon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Templar",1,1,1 ], "founded by Crusaders in Jerusalem around 1118 to defend the Holy Sepulchre and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Templar",1,1,2 ], "Temple in London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Templar",1,1,2 ], "a lawyer, esp| a barrister, who lives or has chambers in the Inner or Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temple of Artemis",1,1,1 ], "Wonders of the World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Temple of Artemis",1,1,1 ], "the large temple at Ephesus, on the W coast of Asia Minor: one of the Seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",1,1,1 ], "either of two buildings in London and Paris that belonged to the Templars| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",1,1,1 ], "one in London now houses two of the chief law societies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",1,1,2 ], "Jerusalem for the worship of Jehovah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",1,1,2 ], "any of three buildings or groups of buildings erected by the Jews in ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",2,1,1 ], "Alliance (1668) and the marriage of William of Orange to Mary II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",2,1,1 ], "Sir William| 1628-99, English diplomat and essayist| He negotiated the Triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",2,1,2 ], "William| 1881-1944, English prelate and advocate of social reform; archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temple",2,1,2 ], "of Canterbury (1942-44)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tempter",1,1,1 ], "Satan regarded as trying to lead men into sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Temuco",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Chile: agricultural trading centre| Pop|: 138,430 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ten Commandments",1,1,1 ], "Old Testament| the commandments summarizing the basic obligations of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ten Commandments",1,1,1 ], "tables of stone (Exodus 20:1-17)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ten Commandments",1,1,1 ], "towards God and his fellow-men, delivered to Moses on Mount Sinai engraved on two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tenebrae",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenebrae",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the matins and lauds for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of Holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenebrae",1,1,2 ], "Week, usually sung in the evenings or at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tenedos",1,1,1 ], "Bozcaada" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tenedos",1,1,1 ], "an island in the NE Aegean, near the entrance to the Dardanelles: in Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenedos",1,1,1 ], "legend the base of the Greek fleet during the siege of Troy| Modern Turkish name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tenerife",1,1,1 ], "Santa Cruz| Pop|: 473,971 (1970)| Area: 2058 sq| km (795 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tenerife",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish island in the Atlantic, off the NW coast of Africa: the largest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenerife",1,1,1 ], "the Canary Islands; volcanic and mountainous; tourism and agriculture| Capital:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teng Hsiao-ping",1,1,1 ], "1977, having been rehabilitated following his dismissal for the second time in 1976|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teng Hsiao-ping",1,1,1 ], "A moderate and a pragmatist, he was first removed from office in 1967, during the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Teng Hsiao-ping",1,1,1 ], "Cultural Revolution, and was temporarily rehabilitated in 1973" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Teng Hsiao-ping",1,1,1 ], "born 1904, Chinese Communist statesman; deputy prime minister of China since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tengri Khan",1,1,1 ], "Soviet Union and Sinkiang province of W China| Height: 6995 m (22,951 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tengri Khan",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in central Asia, on the border between the Kirghiz SSR of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tengri Nor",1,1,1 ], "another name for Nam Tso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teniers",1,1,1 ], "Flemish painters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teniers",1,1,1 ], "called the Elder, 1582-1649, and his son David, called the Younger, 1610-90," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee Valley Authority",1,1,1 ], "Valley by constructing dams, generating electricity, maintaining irrigation works," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee Valley Authority",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| government corporation chartered in 1933 to develop the Tennessee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee Valley Authority",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee Walking Horse",1,1,1 ], "an American breed of horse, marked by its stamina and trained to move at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee Walking Horse",1,1,1 ], "fast running walk| Often shortened to Walking Horse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 109,412 sq| km (42,244 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee",1,1,1 ], "Appalachians and the Cumberland Plateau in the east| Capital: Nashville| Pop|: 3,924,164" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee",1,1,1 ], "a state of the E central U|S|: consists of a plain in the west, rising to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee",1,1,2 ], "Alabama, then west and north to the Ohio River at Paducah: the longest tributary of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee",1,1,2 ], "Length: 1049 km (652 miles)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee",1,1,2 ], "Ohio; includes a series of dams and reservoirs under the Tennessee Valley Authority|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tennessee",1,1,2 ], "a river in the E central U|S|, flowing southwest from E Tennessee into N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenniel",1,1,1 ], "Lewis Carroll""s Alice books and for his political cartoons in Punch (1851-1901)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tenniel",1,1,1 ], "Sir John| 1820-1914, English caricaturist, noted for his illustrations to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tennyson",1,1,1 ], "(1850), Maud (1855), and Idylls of the King (1859)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tennyson",1,1,1 ], "Lord Tennyson| 1809-92, English poet; poet laureate (1850-92)| His poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tennyson",1,1,1 ], "include The Lady of Shalott (1832), Morte d""Arthur (1842), the collection In Memoriam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tenn|",1,1,1 ], "Tennessee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teno",1,1,1 ], "the Finnish name for Tana ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenochtitl",1,1,1 ], "City; razed by Cortes in 1521" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tenochtitl",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city and capital of the Aztec empire on the present site of Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenzing Norgay",1,1,1 ], "born 1914, Nepalese mountaineer| With Sir Edmund Hillary, he was the first to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tenzing Norgay",1,1,1 ], "reach the summit of Mount Everest (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tepic",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central Mexico, capital of Nayarit state: agricultural trading and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tepic",1,1,1 ], "processing centre| Pop|: 114,512 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ter Borch",1,1,1 ], "1617-81, Dutch genre and portrait painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terai",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a belt of marshy land at the foot of mountains, esp| at the foot of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terai",1,1,1 ], "the Himalayas in Uttar Pradesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Terai",1,1,2 ], "a felt hat with a wide brim worn in subtropical regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terceira",1,1,1 ], "90,409 (1970)| Area: 397 sq| km (153 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Terceira",1,1,1 ], "an island in the N Atlantic, in the Azores: NATO military air base| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terence",1,1,1 ], "Adelphoe, are based on Greek originals by Menander" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Terence",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Publius Terentius Afer| 190-159 b|c|, Roman comic dramatist| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terence",1,1,1 ], "six comedies, Andria, Hecyra, Heauton Timoroumenos, Eunuchus, Phormio, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 1],"known as Teresa of Avila",1). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 2],"1515-82, Spanish nun and mystic|She reformed the Carmelite order and founded",1). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 2],"17 convents|Her writings include a spiritual autobiography and The Way to",2). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 2],"Perfection",3). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 3],"Feast day: Oct| 15",1). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 4],"Mother",1). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 5],"original name Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu",1). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 6],"born 1910, Indian Roman Catholic missionary, born in Yugoslavia of Albanian",1). c_DEF([ "Teresa" ,1, 1, 6],"parents: noted for her work among the starving in Calcutta",2). c_DEF([ "Tereshkova",1,1,1 ], "born 1937, Soviet cosmonaut first woman in space (1963)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teresina",1,1,1 ], "Therezina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Teresina",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in NE Brazil, capital of Piaui state, on the Parnaiba River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teresina",1,1,1 ], "chief commercial centre of the Parnaiba valley| Pop|: 181,071 (1970)| Former name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tereus",1,1,1 ], "a prince of Thrace, who raped Philomela, sister of his wife Procne, and was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tereus",1,1,1 ], "punished by being turned into a hoopoe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Terminus",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of boundaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terni",1,1,1 ], "Roman times| Pop|: 111,315 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Terni",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in central Italy, in Umbria: site of waterfalls created in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ternopol",1,1,1 ], "a town in the SW Soviet Union, in the W Ukrainian SSR: formerly under Polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ternopol",1,1,1 ], "rule| Pop|: 120,000 (1975 est|)| Polish name: Tarnopol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Terpsichore",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of the dance and of choral song| r" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terpsichorean" ,1, 1, 1],"a danc",1). c_DEF([ "Terramycin",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for oxytetracycline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terrier",1,1,1 ], "a member of the British Army""s Territorial and Volunteer Reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Territorial Army",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a standing reserve army originally organized between 1907 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Territorial Army",1,1,1 ], "1908|Full name: Territorial and Volunteer Reserve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Territorial",1,1,1 ], "Volunteer Reserve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Territorial",1,1,1 ], "a member of a territorial army, esp| the British Army""s Territorial and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Territorian",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of the Northern Territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Territory",1,1,1 ], "Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terry",1,1,1 ], "Dame Ellen| 1847-1928, English actress, noted for her Shakespearian roles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terry",1,1,1 ], "opposite Sir Henry Irving and for her correspondence with Bernard Shaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tertullian",1,1,1 ], "Christian terminology" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tertullian",1,1,1 ], "Christian theologian, who wrote in Latin rather than Greek and originated much of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tertullian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Quintus Septimius Florens Tertullianus| 160-220 a|d|, Carthaginian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teruel",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Spain: 15th-century cathedral; scene of fierce fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teruel",1,1,1 ], "during the Spanish Civil War| Pop|: 21,638 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Terylene",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic polyester fibre or fabric based on terephthalic acid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Terylene",1,1,1 ], "characterized by lightness and crease-resistance and used for clothing, sheets, ropes, sails," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Terylene",1,1,1 ], "etc| U|S| name (trademark): Dacron" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tesla",1,1,1 ], "1857-1943, U|S| electrical engineer and inventor, born in Yugoslavia|His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tesla",1,1,1 ], "inventions include a transformer, generators, and dynamos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tessin",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Ticino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Test Act",1,1,1 ], "Anglican Communion and perform other acts forbidden to a Catholic: repealed in 1828" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Test Act",1,1,1 ], "a law passed in 1673 in England to exclude Catholics from public life by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Test Act",1,1,1 ], "requiring all persons holding offices under the Crown, such as army officers, to take the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Testament",1,1,1 ], "Testament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Testament",1,1,1 ], "either of the two main parts of the Bible; the Old Testament or the New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Testament",1,1,2 ], "the New Testament as distinct from the Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tethys",1,1,1 ], "a Titaness and sea goddess, wife of Oceanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tethys",2,1,1 ], "one of the ten satellites of the planet Saturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teton Range",1,1,1 ], "Grand Teton, 4196 m (13,766 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teton Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the N central U|S|, mainly in NW Wyoming| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tetragrammaton",1,1,1 ], "and regarded by Jews as too sacred to be pronounced| It is usually transliterated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tetragrammaton",1,1,1 ], "as Jehovah or Yahweh| Sometimes shortened to Tetragram" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tetragrammaton",1,1,1 ], "the Hebrew name for God consisting of the four consonants Y H V H (or Y H W H)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tetrazzini",1,1,1 ], "1871-1940, Italian coloratura soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tetu",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tetu",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Morocco: capital of Spanish Morocco (1912-56)| Pop|: 139,105" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tetzel",1,1,1 ], "1465-1519, German Dominican monk|His preaching on papal indulgences provoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tetzel",1,1,1 ], "Luther""s 95 theses at Wittenberg (1517)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teucer",1,1,1 ], "a Cretan leader, who founded Troy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teucer",1,1,2 ], "a son of Telemon and Hesione, who distinguished himself by his archery on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teucer",1,1,2 ], "side of the Greeks in the Trojan War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teucrian",1,2,1 ], "another word for Trojan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutoburger Wald",1,1,1 ], "a low wooded mountain range in N West Germany: possible site of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutoburger Wald",1,1,1 ], "annihilation of three Roman legions by Germans under Arminius in 9 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teuton",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Germanic people from Jutland who migrated to S Gaul in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teuton",1,1,1 ], "the 2nd century b|c|: annihilated by a Roman army in 102 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teuton",1,1,2 ], "a member of any people speaking a Germanic language, esp| a German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teuton",1,2,1 ], "Teutonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonic order",1,1,1 ], "a military and religious order of German knights, priests, and serving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonic order",1,1,1 ], "brothers founded about 1190 during the Third Crusade, later conquering large parts of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonic order",1,1,1 ], "the Baltic provinces and Russia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonic",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or relating to the German people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the ancient Teutons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonic",1,1,3 ], "(not used in linguistics) of or relating to the Germanic languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonic",1,2,1 ], "an obsolete name for Germanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonism",1,1,1 ], "a German idiom, custom, or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonism",1,1,2 ], "German society or civilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teutonize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become German or Germanic; Germanize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teut|",1,1,1 ], "Teuton(ic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tevere",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name of the Tiber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tevet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tebet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tewkesbury",1,1,1 ], "Severn and Avon: scene of a decisive battle (1471) of the Wars of the Roses in which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tewkesbury",1,1,1 ], "a town in W England, in N Gloucestershire at the confluence of the Rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tewkesbury",1,1,1 ], "the Yorkists defeated the Lancastrians; 12th-century abbey| Pop|: 8742 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Texas Rangers",1,1,1 ], "outlying regions against Indians and Mexicans and to fight lawlessness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Texas Rangers",1,1,1 ], "the state police of Texas, originally formed in the 19th century to defend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Texas fever",1,1,1 ], "an infectious disease of cattle caused by the protozoan Babesia bigemina and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Texas fever",1,1,1 ], "transmitted by the bite of a tick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Texas",1,1,1 ], "678,927 sq| km (262,134 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Texas",1,1,1 ], "a state of the southwestern U|S|, on the Gulf of Mexico: the second largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Texas",1,1,1 ], "joined the U|S| in 1845; consists chiefly of a plain, with a wide flat coastal belt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Texas",1,1,1 ], "leading world supplier of sulphur| Capital: Austin| Pop|: 11,196,730 (1970)| Area:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Texas",1,1,1 ], "producer of cotton, rice, and livestock; the chief U|S| producer of oil and gas; a" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Texas",1,1,1 ], "rising up to the semiarid Sacramento and Davis Mountains of the southwest; a major" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Texas",1,1,1 ], "state; part of Mexico from 1821 to 1836, when it was declared an independent republic;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tex|",1,1,1 ], "Texan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tex|",1,1,2 ], "Texas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Teyde",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Teide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tezel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Johann)Tetzel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tgu Mure",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tgu Mure",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Rumania: manufacturing and cultural centre| Pop|: 112,779" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Th",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for thorium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thabana-Ntlenyana",1,1,1 ], "3482 m (11,425 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thabana-Ntlenyana",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in Lesotho: the highest peak of the Drakensberg Mountains| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thackeray",1,1,1 ], "(1855)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thackeray",1,1,1 ], "1811-63, English novelist, born in India| His novels, originally serialized," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thackeray",1,1,1 ], "include Vanity Fair (1848), Pendennis (1850), Henry Esmond (1852), and The Newcomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thaddeus",1,1,1 ], "one of the 12 apostles (Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:18), traditionally identified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thaddeus",1,1,1 ], "with Jude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thadentsonyane",1,1,1 ], "another name for Thabana-Ntlenyana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thai",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Thailand, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thai",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Thailand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thai",1,2,2 ], "Sino-Tibetan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thai",1,2,2 ], "the language of Thailand, sometimes classified as belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thailand",1,1,1 ], "(1977 est|)| Area: 513,998 sq| km (198,455 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1939 and" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Thailand",1,1,1 ], "1945-49): Siam" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Thailand",1,1,1 ], "Religion: mostly Hinayana Buddhist| Currency: baht| Capital: Bangkok| Pop|: 44,035,129" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Thailand",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom in SE Asia, on the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Siam: united as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thailand",1,1,1 ], "around the Chao Phraya river system, mountains rising over 2400 m (8000 ft|) in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thailand",1,1,1 ], "kingdom in 1350 and became a major SE Asian power; consists chiefly of a central plain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thailand",1,1,1 ], "northwest, and rainforest the length of the S peninsula| Official language: Thai|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Thais",1,1,1 ], "4th century b|c|, Athenian courtesan; mistress of Alexander the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thales",1,1,1 ], "624-546 b|c|, Greek philosopher, mathematician, and astronomer, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thales",1,1,1 ], "Miletus| He held that water was the origin of all things and he predicted the solar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thales",1,1,1 ], "eclipse of May 28, 585 b|c" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thalia",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of comedy and pastoral poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thalia",1,1,2 ], "one of the three Graces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thames",1,1,1 ], "(t$emz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thames",1,1,2 ], "a river in S England, rising in the Cotswold Hills in several headstreams and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thames",1,1,2 ], "flowing generally east through London to the North Sea by a large estuary| Length: 338" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thames",1,1,2 ], "km (210 miles)| Ancient name: Tamesis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thames",1,1,3 ], "(te$Imz, #Gge$Imz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thames",1,1,4 ], "Lake St| Clair| Length: 217 km (135 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thames",1,1,4 ], "a river in SE Canada, in Ontario, flowing south to London, then southwest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thammuz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tammuz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thanatos",1,1,1 ], "counterpart: Mors|Thanatos was the name chosen by Freud to represent a universal death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thanatos",1,1,1 ], "instinct" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thanatos",1,1,1 ], "the Greek personification of death: son of Nyx, goddess of night| Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thanet",1,1,1 ], "an island in SE England, in NE Kent, separated from the mainland by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thanet",1,1,1 ], "branches of the River Stour: scene of many Norse invasions| Area: 109 sq| km (42 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thanet",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thanjavur",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE India, in E Tamil Nadu: headquarters of the earliest Protestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thanjavur",1,1,1 ], "missions in India| Pop|: 140,547 (1971)| Former name: Tanjore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thanksgiving Day",1,1,1 ], "Canada| Often shortened to Thanksgiving" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thanksgiving Day",1,1,1 ], "Thursday of November in the United States, and on the second Monday of October in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thanksgiving Day",1,1,1 ], "an annual day of holiday celebrated in thanksgiving to God on the fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thant",1,1,1 ], "1909-74, Burmese diplomat secretary-general of the United Nations (1962-71)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thapsus",1,1,1 ], "Pompey in 46 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thapsus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient town near Carthage in North Africa: site of Caesar""s victory over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thar Desert",1,1,1 ], "Pakistan| Area: over 260,000 sq| km (100,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thar Desert",1,1,1 ], "a desert in NW India, mainly in NW Rajasthan state and extending into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thatcher",1,1,1 ], "(n""ee Roberts)| born 1925, English politician leader of the Conservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thatcher",1,1,1 ], "Party since 1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thebaid",1,1,1 ], "Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thebaid",1,1,1 ], "the territory around ancient Thebes in Egypt, or sometimes around Thebes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thebes",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) the chief city of Boeotia, destroyed by Alexander the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thebes",1,1,1 ], "Great (336 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thebes",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Egypt) a city on the Nile: at various times capital of Upper Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thebes",1,1,2 ], "or of the entire country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Themis",1,1,1 ], "the goddess personifying justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Themistocles",1,1,1 ], "527-460 b|c|, Athenian statesman, who was responsible for the Athenian victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Themistocles",1,1,1 ], "against the Persians at Salamis (480)| He was ostracized in 470" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Theocritus",1,1,1 ], "310-250 b|c|, Greek poet, born in Syracuse| He wrote the first pastoral poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theocritus",1,1,1 ], "in Greek literature and was closely imitated by Virgil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Theodora",1,1,1 ], "500-548 a|d|, Byzantine empress; wife and counsellor of Justinian I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theodorakis" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1925, Greek composer: wrote the music for the film",1). c_DEF([ "Theodoric",1,1,1 ], "Ostrogothic kingdom in Italy after his murder of Odoacer (493)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Theodoric",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 454-526 a|d|, king of the Ostrogoths and founder of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theodosius I",1,1,1 ], "(379-95) and of the Western Roman Empire (392-95)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Theodosius I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 346-395 a|d|, Roman emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theophilus",1,1,1 ], "a conspicuous crater in the SW quadrant of the moon, over 100 kilometres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theophilus",1,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Theophrastus",1,1,1 ], "372-287 b|c|, Greek Peripatetic philosopher, noted esp| for his Characters, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theophrastus",1,1,1 ], "collection of sketches of moral types" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Theravada",1,1,1 ], "the southern school of Buddhism, the name preferred by Hinayana Buddhists for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theravada",1,1,1 ], "their doctrines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Therezina",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Teresina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thermidor",1,1,1 ], "extending from July 20 to Aug| 18" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thermidor",1,1,1 ], "the month of heat: the eleventh month of the French revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thermit",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of aluminium powder and a metal oxide, such as iron oxide, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thermit",1,1,1 ], "metal: used for welding and in some types of incendiary bombs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thermit",1,1,1 ], "when ignited reacts with the evolution of heat to yield aluminium oxide and molten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thermopylae",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a narrow pass between the mountains and the sea linking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thermopylae",1,1,1 ], "Greece scene of a famous battle (480 b|c|) in which a Greek army under Leonidas was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thermopylae",1,1,1 ], "Locris and Thessaly: a defensible position on a traditional invasion route from N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thermopylae",1,1,1 ], "crushed by the Persians during their attempted conquest of Greece" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Thermos",1,1,1 ], "a type of stoppered vacuum flask, esp| one used to keep beverages or soup hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thersites",1,1,1 ], "killed by Achilles when he mocked him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thersites",1,1,1 ], "the ugliest and most evil-tongued fighter on the Greek side in the Trojan War," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theseus",1,1,1 ], "a hero of Attica, noted for his many great deeds, among them the slaying of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Theseus",1,1,1 ], "the Calydonian hunt, and the search for the Golden Fleece" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Theseus",1,1,1 ], "the Minotaur, the conquest of the Amazons, whose queen he married, participation in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thespian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Thespis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thespian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to drama and the theatre; dramatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thespian",1,2,1 ], "an actor or actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thespis",1,1,1 ], "6th-century b|c| Greek poet, regarded as the founder of tragic drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Thessalonica (modern Salonika)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonian",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of ancient Thessalonica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonians",1,1,1 ], "either of two books of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonians",1,1,2 ], "(in full The First and Second Epistles of Paul the Apostle to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonians",1,1,2 ], "Thessalonians)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonki",1,1,1 ], "(1926)| Latin name: Thessalonica|English name: Salonika or Salonica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonki",1,1,1 ], "(an inlet of the Aegean): capital of the Roman province of Macedonia; university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thessalonki",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Greece, in central Macedonia at the head of the Gulf of Salonika" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thessaly",1,1,1 ], "Greek name: Thessalia " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thessaly",1,1,1 ], "a region of E Central Greece, on the Aegean: an extensive fertile plain, edged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thessaly",1,1,1 ], "with mountains| Pop|: 659,913 (1971)| Area: 13,973 sq| km (5395 sq| miles)| Modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thess|",1,1,1 ], "Thessalonians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thetford Mines",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Canada, in S Quebec: asbestos industry| Pop|: 22,003 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thetis",1,1,1 ], "one of the Nereids and mother of Achilles by Peleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thiers",1,1,1 ], "1797-1877, French statesman and historian| After the Franco-Prussian war, he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thiers",1,1,1 ], "His policies made possible the paying off of the war indemnity exacted by Germany" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thiers",1,1,1 ], "suppressed the Paris Commune and became first president of the Third Republic (1871-73)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thimbu",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Bhutan, in the west in the foothills of the E Himalayas: became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thimbu",1,1,1 ], "the official capital in 1962| Pop|: 8000 (1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Third International",1,1,1 ], "another name for Comintern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Third Order",1,1,1 ], "a religious society of laymen affiliated to one of the religious orders and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Third Order",1,1,1 ], "following a mitigated form of religious rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Third Republic",1,1,1 ], "(in France) the governmental system established after the fall of Napoleon III" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Third Republic",1,1,1 ], "in the Franco-Prussian War and lasting until the German occupation of 1940" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Third Republic",1,1,2 ], "the period during which this governmental system functioned (1870-1940)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Third World",1,1,1 ], "the countries of Africa, Asia, and Latin America collectively, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Third World",1,1,1 ], "viewed as underdeveloped and as neutral in the East-West alignment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thirlmere",1,1,1 ], "Manchester""s water supply| Length: 6 km (4 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thirlmere",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria in the Lake District: provides part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty Years"" War",1,1,1 ], "It began as a war between Protestants and Catholics but was gradually transformed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty Years"" War",1,1,1 ], "a major conflict involving Austria, Denmark, France, Holland, Germany, Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty Years"" War",1,1,1 ], "and Sweden that devastated central Europe, esp| large areas of Germany (1618-48)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty Years"" War",1,1,1 ], "into a struggle to determine whether the German emperor could assert more than" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty Years"" War",1,1,1 ], "nominal authority over his princely vassals" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty-nine Articles",1,1,1 ], "a set of formulas defining the doctrinal position of the Church of England," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty-nine Articles",1,1,1 ], "consent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thirty-nine Articles",1,1,1 ], "drawn up in the 16th century, to which the clergy are required to give general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thnard""s blue",1,1,1 ], "another name for cobalt blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas of Erceldoune",1,1,1 ], "called Thomas the Rhymer| 1220-97, Scottish seer and poet; reputed author of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas of Erceldoune",1,1,1 ], "poem on the Tristan legend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas of Woodstock",1,1,1 ], "1355-97, youngest son of Edward III, who led opposition to his nephew Richard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas of Woodstock",1,1,1 ], "II (1386-89); arrested in 1397, he died in prison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,1 ], "he had seen his wounds (John 20:24-29)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,1 ], "one of the 12 apostles, who refused to believe in Christ""s resurrection until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,2 ], "Ambroise (a!brwa$:z)| 1811-96, French composer of light operas, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,2 ], "Mignon (1866)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,3 ], "Dylan | 1914-53, Welsh poet and essayist| His works include the prose Portrait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,3 ], "of the Artist as a Young Dog" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,4 ], "(1940), the verse collection Deaths and Entrances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,5 ], "(1946), and his play for voices Under Milk Wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,6 ], "(1954)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,7 ], "(Philip) Edward, pen name Edward Eastaway| 1878-1917, English nature poet and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomas",1,1,7 ], "critic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomism",1,1,1 ], "Aquinas in the 13th century and since taught and maintained by his followers, esp| in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomism",1,1,1 ], "the Dominican order" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thomism",1,1,1 ], "the comprehensive system of philosophy and theology developed by Saint Thomas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thompson sub-machine-gun",1,1,1 ], "a |45 calibre sub-machine-gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thompson",1,1,1 ], "Benjamin, Count Rumford| 1753-1814, Anglo-American physicist, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thompson",1,1,1 ], "work on the nature of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thompson",1,1,2 ], "Francis| 1859-1907, English poet, best known for the mystical poem The Hound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thompson",1,1,2 ], "of Heaven (1893)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson effect",1,1,1 ], "causes an electric potential gradient to form along its length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson effect",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon in which a temperature gradient along a metallic wire or strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,1 ], "Sir George Paget, son of Joseph John Thomson| 1892-1975, English physicist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,1 ], "prize for physics (1937)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,1 ], "who discovered (1927) the diffraction of electrons by crystals: shared the Nobel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,2 ], "James| 1700-48, Scottish poet| He anticipated the romantics"" feeling for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,2 ], "nature in The Seasons (1726-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,3 ], "Dreadful Night (1874), reflecting man""s isolation and despair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,3 ], "James, pen name B|V| 1834-82, English poet, noted esp| for The City of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,4 ], "(1897) and his work on the nature of positive rays led to the discovery of isotopes:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,4 ], "Nobel prize for physics 1906" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,4 ], "Sir Joseph John| 1856-1940, English physicist| He discovered the electron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,5 ], "Roy, 1st Baron Thomson of Fleet| 1894-1976, British newspaper proprietor, born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,5 ], "in Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thomson",1,1,6 ], "Sir William" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thonburi",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thonburi",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Thailand, on the Chao Phraya River: the second largest city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thonburi",1,1,1 ], "in Thailand and a suburb of Bangkok; the national capital (1767-82)| Pop|: 627,989" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thor",1,1,1 ], "the god of thunder, depicted as wielding a hammer, emblematic of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thor",1,1,1 ], "thunderbolt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thoreau",1,1,1 ], "1817-62, U|S| writer, noted esp| for Walden, or Life in the Woods (1854), an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thoreau",1,1,1 ], "Civil Disobedience (1849) influenced such dissenters as Gandhi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thoreau",1,1,1 ], "account of his experiment in living in solitude| A powerful social critic, his essay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thorn",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Torun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thorndike",1,1,1 ], "Dame Sybil| 1882-1976, English actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thorough",1,1,1 ], "reign of Charles I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thorough",1,1,1 ], "thoroughgoing policy, as adopted in England by Strafford and Laud during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thoroughbred",1,1,1 ], "a British breed of horse the ancestry of which can be traced to English mares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thoroughbred",1,1,1 ], "and Arab sires; most often used as a racehorse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thorpe",1,1,1 ], "born 1929, British politician; leader of the Liberal party (1967-76)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thorshavn",1,1,1 ], "10,726 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thorshavn",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Faeroe Islands, a port on the northernmost island| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thorvaldsen",1,1,1 ], "1770-1884, Danish neoclassical sculptor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thoth",1,1,1 ], "(in Egyptian mythology) a moon deity, scribe of the gods and protector of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thoth",1,1,1 ], "learning and the arts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thousand Guineas",1,1,1 ], "at Newmarket since 1814" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thousand Guineas",1,1,1 ], "usually written 1,000 Guineas|an annual horse race, restricted to fillies, run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thousand Island dressing",1,1,1 ], "a salad dressing made from mayonnaise with ketchup, chopped gherkins, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thousand Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of about 1500 islands on the border between the U|S| and Canada, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thousand Islands",1,1,1 ], "the upper St| Lawrence River: administratively divided between the U|S| and Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thrace",1,1,1 ], "Macedonians, and Romans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thrace",1,1,1 ], "an ancient country in the E Balkan Peninsula: successively under the Persians," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thrace",1,1,2 ], "a region of SE Europe, corresponding to the S part of the ancient country:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thrace",1,1,2 ], "divided by the Maritsa River into Western Thrace (Greece) and Eastern Thrace (Turkey)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thracian",1,1,1 ], "Balkan Peninsula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thracian",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient Indo-European people who lived in the SE corner of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thracian",1,1,2 ], "branch of the Indo-European family: extinct by the early Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thracian",1,1,2 ], "the ancient language spoken by this people, belonging to the Thraco-Phrygian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thracian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Thrace, its inhabitants, or the extinct Thracian language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thraco-Phrygian",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Indo-European family of languages, all members of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thraco-Phrygian",1,1,1 ], "extinct except for Armenian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thraco-Phrygian",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Threadneedle Street",1,1,1 ], "England, known as The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Threadneedle Street",1,1,1 ], "a street in the City of London famous for its banks, including the Bank of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Three Rivers",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Trois Rivieres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thrsieux",1,1,1 ], "her autobiography, The Story of a Soul (1897)| Feast day: Oct| 3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thrsieux",1,1,1 ], "known as the Little Flower of Jesus| 1873-97, French Carmelite nun, noted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thsos",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 379 sq| km (146 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thsos",1,1,1 ], "a Greek island in the N Aegean: colonized by Greeks from Paros in the 7th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thsos",1,1,1 ], "century b|c| as a gold-mining centre; under Turkish rule (1455-1912)| Pop|: 13,316" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thucydides",1,1,1 ], "460-395 b|c|, Greek historian and politician, distinguished for his History of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thucydides",1,1,1 ], "the Peloponnesian War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thule",1,1,1 ], "Islands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thule",1,1,1 ], "a region believed by ancient geographers to be the northernmost land in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thule",1,1,1 ], "inhabited world: sometimes thought to have been Iceland, Norway, or one of the Shetland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thule",1,1,2 ], "an Eskimo settlement in NW Greenland: a Danish trading post, founded in 1910," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thule",1,1,2 ], "and U|S| air force base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thun",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thun",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Switzerland, in Bern canton on Lake Thun| Pop|: 35,523" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thun",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in central Switzerland, formed by a widening of the Aar River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thun",1,1,2 ], "Length: about 17 km (11 miles)| Width: 3 km (2 miles)| German name: Thuner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thunder Bay",1,1,1 ], "Canada| Pop|: 108,411 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thunder Bay",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Canada, in Ontario on Lake Superior: formed in 1970 by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thunder Bay",1,1,1 ], "amalgamation of Fort William and Port Arthur; the head of the St| Lawrence Seaway for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thuner See",1,1,1 ], "the German name for (Lake)Thun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thurber",1,1,1 ], "1894-1961, U|S| humorist and illustrator| He contributed drawings and stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thurber",1,1,1 ], "White" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thurber",1,1,1 ], "to the New Yorker and his books include Is Sex Necessary(1929), written with E| B|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thurgau",1,1,1 ], "(389 sq| miles)| French name: Thurgovie (tyrg@$!vi)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Thurgau",1,1,1 ], "Swiss states in 1460| Capital: Frauenfeld| Pop|: 182,835 (1970)| Area: 1007 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thurgau",1,1,1 ], "a canton of NE Switzerland, on Lake Constance: annexed by the confederated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thuringia",1,1,1 ], "German name: Thuringen " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thuringia",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW East Germany: a former state of central Germany (1920-45)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thuringian Forest",1,1,1 ], "a forested mountainous region in central East Germany, rising over 900 m (3000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thuringian Forest",1,1,1 ], "ft|)| German name: Thuringer Wald " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thursday Island",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of Queensland, Australia| Area: 4 sq| km (1|5 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thursday Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in Torres Strait, between NE Australia and New Guinea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thursday",1,1,1 ], "the fifth day of the week; fourth day of the working week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thurs|",1,1,1 ], "Thursday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Thyestes",1,1,1 ], "revenge, Atreus killed Thyestes"" sons and served them to their father at a banquet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Thyestes",1,1,1 ], "son of Pelops and brother of Atreus, with whose wife he committed adultery| In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Th|",1,1,1 ], "Thursday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Th|B|",1,1,1 ], "Bachelor of Theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Th|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ti",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for titanium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tia Juana",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tia Maria",1,1,1 ], "a coffee-flavoured liqueur from the West Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiber",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Italy, rising in the Tuscan Apennines and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiber",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Ancient name: Tiberis|Italian name: Tevere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tiber",1,1,1 ], "through Rome to the Tyrrhenian Sea: the longest river in Italy| Length: 405 km (252" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiberias",1,1,1 ], "another name for the (Sea of)Galilee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiberius",1,1,1 ], "career| He became increasingly tyrannical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tiberius",1,1,1 ], "emperor (14-37 a|d|)|He succeeded his father-in-law Augustus after a brilliant military" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiberius",1,1,1 ], "full name Tiberius Claudius Nero Caesar Augustus| 42 b|c|-37 a|d|, Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibesti",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range of volcanic origin in NW Chad, in the central Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibesti",1,1,1 ], "extending for about 480 km (300 miles)| Highest peak: Emi Koussi, 3415 m (11,204 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tibet",1,1,1 ], "Chinese name: Sitsang" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Tibet",1,1,1 ], "Himalayas and Kunlun Mountains; formerly a theocracy and the centre of Lamaism| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tibet",1,1,1 ], "Lhasa| Pop|: 1,400,000 (1973 est|)| Area: 1,221,601 sq| km (471,660 sq| miles)|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tibet",1,1,1 ], "an autonomous region of SW China: Europeans strictly excluded in the 19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibet",1,1,1 ], "century; invaded by China in 1950; rebellion (1959) against Chinese rule suppressed and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tibet",1,1,1 ], "the Dalai Lama fled to India; consists largely of a vast high plateau between the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tibetan",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Tibet, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibetan",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Tibet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibetan",1,2,2 ], "the language of Tibet, belonging to the Sino-Tibetan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibeto-Burman",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the Sino-Tibetan family of languages, sometimes regarded as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibeto-Burman",1,1,1 ], "family in its own right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tibeto-Burman",1,2,1 ], "belonging or relating to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibullus",1,1,1 ], "54-19 b|c|, Roman elegiac poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tibur",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name for Tivoli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ticino",1,1,1 ], "German name: Tessin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ticino",1,1,1 ], "a canton in S Switzerland: predominantly Italian-speaking and Roman Catholic;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ticino",1,1,1 ], "mountainous| Capital: Bellinzona| Pop|: 245,458 (1970)| Area: 2810 sq| km (1085 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ticino",1,1,2 ], "a river in S central Europe, rising in S central Switzerland and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ticino",1,1,2 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ticino",1,1,2 ], "southeast and west to Lake Maggiore, then southeast to the River Po| Length: 248 km (154" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ticonderoga",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE New York State, on Lake George: site of Fort Ticonderoga, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ticonderoga",1,1,1 ], "strategic point in the War of American Independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tieck",1,1,1 ], "1773-1853, German romantic writer, noted esp| for his fairy tales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tien Shan",1,1,1 ], "Union and the Sinkiang-Uighur AR of W China, extending for about 2500 km (1500" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tien Shan",1,1,1 ], "a great mountain system of central Asia, in the Kirghiz SSR of the Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tien Shan",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Highest peak: Pobeda Peak, 7439 m (24,406 ft|)| Russian name: Tyan-Shan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tientsin",1,1,1 ], "(32 miles) from the Yellow Sea: the third largest city in China; seat of Nankai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tientsin",1,1,1 ], "University (1919)| Pop|: 4,280,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tientsin",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE China, in Hopeh province, on the Grand Canal 51 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiepolo",1,1,1 ], "1696-1770, Italian rococo painter, esp| of frescoes as in Residenz at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiepolo",1,1,1 ], "Wurzburg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tierra del Fuego",1,1,1 ], "Argentina, and several islands are disputed| Area: 73,643 sq| km (28,434 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tierra del Fuego",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago at the S extremity of South America, separated from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tierra del Fuego",1,1,1 ], "mainland by the Strait of Magellan: the west and south belong to Chile, the east to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiffany glass",1,1,1 ], "another term for Favrile glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiflis",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for Tbilisi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiger balm",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a mentholated ointment widely used as a panacea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiglath-pileser I",1,1,1 ], "Euphrates and defeated the king of Babylonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiglath-pileser I",1,1,1 ], "king of Assyria (??1116-??1093 b|c|), who extended his kingdom to the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiglath-pileser III",1,1,1 ], "his empire, subjugating Syria and Palestine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiglath-pileser III",1,1,1 ], "known as Pulu| died 727 b|c|, king of Assyria (745-727), who greatly extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tigr",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Makale| Pop|: 1,787,500 (1971 est|)| Area: 65,900 sq| km (25,444 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tigr",1,1,1 ], "a province of N Ethiopia, bordering on Eritrea: formerly a separate kingdom|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tigr",1,1,2 ], "Afro-Asiatic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tigr",1,1,2 ], "a language of NE Ethiopia, belonging to the SE Semitic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tigrinya",1,1,1 ], "Afro-Asiatic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tigrinya",1,1,1 ], "a language of N Ethiopia, belonging to the SE Semitic subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tigris",1,1,1 ], "a river in SW Asia, rising in E Turkey and flowing southeast through Baghdad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tigris",1,1,1 ], "into the Persian Gulf: part of a canal and irrigation system as early as 2400 b|c|," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tigris",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tigris",1,1,1 ], "to the Euphrates in SE Iraq, forming the delta of the Shatt-al-Arab, which flows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tigris",1,1,1 ], "with many ancient cities (including Nineveh) on its banks| Length: 1900 km (1180" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tihwa",1,1,1 ], "another name for Urumchi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tijuana",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in NW Mexico, in Baja California| Pop|: 386,852 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tilburg",1,1,1 ], "152,318 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tilburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Netherlands, in North Brabant: textile industries| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tilbury",1,1,1 ], "an area in Essex, on the River Thames: extensive docks; principal container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tilbury",1,1,1 ], "port of the Port of London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tillich",1,1,1 ], "1886-1965, U|S| Protestant theologian and philosopher, born in Germany| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tillich",1,1,1 ], "works include The Courage to Be (1952) and Systematic Theology (1951-63)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tilly",1,1,1 ], "Count Johan Tserclaes von | 1559-1632, Flemish soldier, who commanded the army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tilly",1,1,1 ], "Years' War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tilly",1,1,1 ], "of The Catholic League (1618-32) and the imperial forces (1630-32) in the Thirty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tilsit",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1945) of Sovetsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timaru",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in S New Zealand, on E South Island| Pop|: 28,326 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timbuktu",1,1,1 ], "French name: Tombouctou" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Timbuktu",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Mali, on the River Niger: terminus of a trans-Saharan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timbuktu",1,1,1 ], "caravan route; a great Muslim centre (14th-16th centuries)| Pop|: 9000 (1967 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Timbuktu",1,1,2 ], "any distant or outlandish place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Times Square",1,1,1 ], "City, extending from 42nd to 45th Street" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Times Square",1,1,1 ], "a square formed by the intersection of Broadway and Seventh Avenue in New York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timisoara",1,1,1 ], "Rumania in 1920| Pop|: 210,520 (1974 est|)| Hungarian name: Temesvar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Timisoara",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Rumania: under Turkish and later Hapsburg rule, being allotted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timor Sea",1,1,1 ], "(300 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Timor Sea",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Indian Ocean between Australia and Timor| Width: about 480 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timor",1,1,1 ], "30,775 sq| km (11,883 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Timor",1,1,1 ], "an island in Indonesia in the Malay Archipelago, the largest and easternmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timor",1,1,1 ], "formed the Portuguese overseas province of Portuguese Timor until civil war in 1975" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Timor",1,1,1 ], "led to its annexation by Indonesia; made an Indonesian province in 1976| Area:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Timor",1,1,1 ], "of the Lesser Sunda Islands: the east, together with an enclave on the NW coast," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Timoshenko",1,1,1 ], "1895-1970, Soviet general in World War II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timothy",1,1,1 ], "a disciple of Paul, who became leader of the Christian community at Ephesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Timothy",1,1,2 ], "Epistles of Paul the Apostle to Timothy), containing advice on pastoral matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Timothy",1,1,2 ], "either of the two books addressed to him (in full The First and Second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tim|",1,1,1 ], "Timothy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tin Pan Alley",1,1,1 ], "a district in a city concerned with the production of popular music," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tin Pan Alley",1,1,1 ], "originally a small district in New York" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tin Pan Alley",1,1,2 ], "the strictly commercial side of show business and pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tindal",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of (William)Tyndale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tintagel Head",1,1,1 ], "Castle, legendary birthplace of King Arthur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tintagel Head",1,1,1 ], "a promontory in SW England, on the W coast of Cornwall: ruins of Tintagel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tintoretto",1,1,1 ], "His works include Susanna bathing (??1550) and the fresco cycle in the Scuola di" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tintoretto",1,1,1 ], "San Rocco, Venice (from 1564)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tintoretto",1,1,1 ], "original name Jacopo Robusti| 1518-94, Italian painter of the Venetian school|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tipperary",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 123,565 (1971)| Area: 4255 sq| km (1643 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tipperary",1,1,1 ], "a county of S Ireland, in Munster province: mountainous| County town: Clonmel|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tippett",1,1,1 ], "(1961), The Knot Garden (1970), and The Ice Break (1976)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tippett",1,1,1 ], "Child of Our Time (1941) and the operas The Midsummer Marriage (1952), King Priam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tippett",1,1,1 ], "Sir Michael| born 1905, English composer, whose works include the oratorio A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiran",1,1,1 ], "Width: 8 km (5 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiran",1,1,1 ], "a strait between the Gulf of Aqaba and the Red Sea| Length: 16 km (10 miles)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tirana",1,1,1 ], "Adriatic: founded in the early 17th century by Turks; became capital in 1920; the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tirana",1,1,1 ], "country's largest city and industrial centre| Pop|: 171,300 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tirana",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Albania, in the central part 32 km (20 miles) from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiresias",1,1,1 ], "a blind soothsayer of Thebes, who revealed to Oedipus that the latter had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiresias",1,1,1 ], "murdered his father and married his mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tirich Mir",1,1,1 ], "(25,230 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tirich Mir",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in N Pakistan: highest peak of the Hindu Kush| Height: 7690 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tirol",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tyrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiros",1,1,1 ], "camera equipment for transmitting meteorological data to the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiros",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of U|S| weather satellites carrying infrared and television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tirpitz",1,1,1 ], "(1897-1916), he created the modern German navy, which challenged British supremacy at sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tirpitz",1,1,1 ], "1849-1930, German admiral: as secretary of state for the Imperial Navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tirso de Molina",1,1,1 ], "dramatic treatment of the Don Juan legend El Burlador de Sevilla (1630)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tirso de Molina",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Gabriel Tellez| 1571-1648, Spanish dramatist; author of the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiruchirapalli",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S India, in central Tamil Nadu on the Cauvery River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiruchirapalli",1,1,1 ], "dominated by a rock fortress 83 m (273 ft|) high| Pop|: 306,247 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tirunelveli",1,1,1 ], "a city in S India, in Tamil Nadu: site of St| Francis Xavier's first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tirunelveli",1,1,1 ], "preaching in India; textile manufacturing| Pop|: 108,498 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tisa",1,1,1 ], "the Slavonic and Rumanian name for the Tisza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tishab b'Ab",1,1,1 ], "destruction of the First and Second Temples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tishab b'Ab",1,1,1 ], "the ninth day of the month of Ab observed as a fast day in memory of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tishri",1,1,1 ], "the Jewish calendar, falling in September and October" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tishri",1,1,1 ], "the first month of the civil year and seventh of the ecclesiastical year in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tisiphone",1,1,1 ], "one of the three Furies; the others are Alecto and Megaera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tisza",1,1,1 ], "Slavonic and Rumanian name: Tisa" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tisza",1,1,1 ], "a river in S central Europe, rising in the W Ukrainian SSR of the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tisza",1,1,1 ], "and flowing west, forming part of the border between the Soviet Union and Rumania," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tisza",1,1,1 ], "then southwest across Hungary into Yugoslavia to the Danube north of Belgrade|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Titan",2,1,1 ], "planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titan",2,1,1 ], "the largest of the ten satellites of Saturn and the fourth furthest from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titanesque",1,1,1 ], "resembling a Titan; gigantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titania",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval folklore) the queen of the fairies and wife of Oberon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titania",1,1,2 ], "(in classical antiquity) a poetic epithet used variously to characterize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titania",1,1,2 ], "Circe, Diana, Latona, or Pyrrha" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titania",2,1,1 ], "planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titania",2,1,1 ], "the largest of the five satellites of Uranus and the second furthest from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titanism",1,1,1 ], "a spirit of defiance of and rebellion against authority, social convention," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titanism",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titanomachy",1,1,1 ], "the unsuccessful revolt of the family of the Titan Iapetus against Zeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tithonus",1,1,1 ], "aged she turned him into a grasshopper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tithonus",1,1,1 ], "he be made immortal but forgot to ask that he be made eternally young| When he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tithonus",1,1,1 ], "the son of Laomedon of Troy who was loved by the goddess Eos| She asked that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titian",1,1,1 ], "(1523), and his portraits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Titian",1,1,1 ], "original name Tiziano Vecellio| 1490-1576, Italian painter of the Venetian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titian",1,1,1 ], "school, noted for his religious and mythological works, such as Bacchus and Ariadne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titicaca",1,1,1 ], "a lake between S Peru and W Bolivia, in the Andes: the highest large lake in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titicaca",1,1,1 ], "km (3141 sq| miles)| Altitude: 3809 m (12,497 ft|)| Depth: 370 m (1214 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Titicaca",1,1,1 ], "the world; drained by the Desaguadero River flowing into Lake Poopo| Area: 8135 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tito",1,1,1 ], "Yugoslavia (1945-53) and president since 1953" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tito",1,1,1 ], "guerrilla resistance to German occupation during World War II; prime minister of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tito",1,1,1 ], "original name Josip Broz| born 1892, Yugoslav statesman, who led the communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titograd",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 54,509 (1971)| Former name (until 1946): Podgorica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titograd",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Yugoslavia, capital of Montenegro: under Turkish rule (1474-1878)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titoism",1,1,1 ], "decentralization, and a large degree of worker control of industries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Titoism",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet bloc and neutrality in East-West controversies, a considerable amount of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titoism",1,1,1 ], "the variant of Communism practised by Tito, characterized by independence from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titoism",1,1,2 ], "any variant of Communism resembling Titoism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titus",1,1,1,1 ], "a Greek disciple and helper of Saint Paul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titus",1,1,1,2 ], "containing advice on pastoral matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titus",1,1,1,2 ], "the book written to him (in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to Titus)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Titus",1,1,2 ], "a|d|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Titus",1,1,2 ], "full name Titus Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus| 40-81 a|d|, Roman emperor (78-81" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tit|",1,1,1 ], "Titus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiu",1,1,1 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon mythology) the god of war and the sky|Norse counterpart: Tyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiv",1,1,1 ], "a member of a negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in the savannah of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tiv",1,1,1 ], "the Benue area of S Nigeria and noted by anthropologists for having no chiefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiv",1,1,2 ], "Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tiv",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Benue-Congo branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tivoli",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tivoli",1,1,1 ], "a town in central Italy, east of Rome: a summer resort in Roman times;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tivoli",1,1,1 ], "contains the Renaissance Villa d'Este and the remains of Hadrian's Villa| Pop|: 41,740" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tjirebon",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 178,529 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tjirebon",1,1,1 ], "a port in S central Indonesia, on N Java on the Java Sea: scene of the signing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tjirebon",1,1,1 ], "of the Tjirebon Agreement of Indonesian independence (1946) by the Netherlands|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tl",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for thallium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tlaxcala",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 420,638 (1970)| Area: 3914 sq| km (1511 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tlaxcala",1,1,1 ], "a state of S central Mexico: the smallest Mexican state; formerly an Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tlaxcala",1,1,1 ], "principality, the chief Indian ally of Cortes in the conquest of Mexico| Capital: Tlaxcala|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tlaxcala",1,1,2 ], "Francisco (founded 1521 by Cort'es) is the oldest in the Americas|Pop|: 21,424 (1970)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tlaxcala",1,1,2 ], "Official name: Tlaxcala de Xicohtencatl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tlaxcala",1,1,2 ], "a city in E central Mexico, capital of Tlaxcala state: the church of San" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tlemcen",1,1,1 ], "14th century| Pop|: 86,285 (1966)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tlemcen",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Algeria: capital of an Arab kingdom from the 12th to the late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tlingit",1,1,1 ], "Alaska" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tlingit",1,1,1 ], "a member of a seafaring group of North American Indian peoples inhabiting S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tlingit",1,1,2 ], "the language of these peoples, belonging to the Na-Dene phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tm",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for thulium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobago",1,1,1 ], "1814; joined with Trinidad in 1888 as a British colony; part of the independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tobago",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SE West Indies, northeast of Trinidad: ceded to Britain in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobago",1,1,1 ], "republic of Trinidad and Tobago| Pop|: 43,000 (1970 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tobey",1,1,1 ], "1890-1976, U|S| painter| Influenced by Chinese calligraphy, he devised a style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobey",1,1,1 ], "of improvisatory abstract painting called white writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tobit",1,1,1 ], "a pious Jew, guided by the angel Raphael, who was released from blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobit",1,1,2 ], "a book of the Apocrypha relating this story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobol",1,1,1 ], "a river in the central Soviet Union, rising in the N Kazakh SSR and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobol",1,1,1 ], "northeast to the Irtysh River| Length: about 1300 km (800 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tobolsk",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tobolsk",1,1,1 ], "Rivers: the chief centre for the early Russian colonization of Siberia| Pop|: 49,260" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tobolsk",1,1,1 ], "a town in the central Soviet Union, at the confluence of the Irtysh and Tobol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobruk",1,1,1 ], "a small port in NE Libya, in E Cyrenaica on the Mediterranean coast road:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tobruk",1,1,1 ], "by the British in 1942" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tobruk",1,1,1 ], "scene of severe fighting in World War II, changing hands five times and finally taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tob|",1,1,1 ], "Tobit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toc H",1,1,1 ], "a society formed in England after World War I to fight loneliness and hate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toc H",1,1,1 ], "to encourage Christian comradeship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tocantins",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Brazil, rising in S central Goias state and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tocantins",1,1,1 ], "north to the Para River| Length: about 2700 km (1700 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,1 ], "Uighurs around 800 a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Asian people with a complex material culture, sometimes thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,1 ], "to be of European origin, who lived in the Tarim Basin until overcome by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,2 ], "7th and 8th centuries a|d|It belongs to the Indo-European family, is regarded as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,2 ], "forming an independent branch, and shows closer affinities with the W or European group" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,2 ], "known as Tocharian A and Tocharian B" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,2 ], "than with the E or Indo-Iranian group| The language is recorded in two dialects," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tocharian",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, known from records in a N Indian script of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Todd",1,1,1 ], "Baron Alexander Robertus| born 1907, Scottish chemist, noted for his research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Todd",1,1,1 ], "into the structure of nucleic acids: Nobel prize for chemistry 1957" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Togliatti",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 438,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1964): Stavropol|Russian name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Togliatti",1,1,1 ], "Tol'yatti" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Togliatti",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, on the Volga River: automobile industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Togo",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Lome| Pop|: 1,955,916 (1970)| Area: 56,700 sq| km (20,900 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Togo",1,1,1 ], "League of Nations mandate) after the division of German Togoland in 1920; independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Togo",1,1,1 ], "a republic in West Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea: became French Togoland (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Togo",1,1,1 ], "since 1960| Official language: French| Religion: animist majority| Currency: franc|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Togo",2,1,1 ], "Count Heilhachiro | 1847-1934, Japanese admiral, who commanded the Japanese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Togo",2,1,1 ], "fleet in the war with Russia (1904-05)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Togoland",1,1,1 ], "1922 into the League of Nations mandates of British Togoland (west) and French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Togoland",1,1,1 ], "Togoland (east); the former joined Ghana in 1957; the latter became independent as Togo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Togoland",1,1,1 ], "a former German protectorate in West Africa on the Gulf of Guinea: divided in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Togoland",1,1,1 ], "in 1960" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tojo",1,1,1 ], "1885-1948, Japanese soldier and statesman minister of war (1940-41) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tojo",1,1,1 ], "premier (1941-44) hanged as a war criminal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tokay",1,1,1 ], "a fine sweet wine made near Tokaj, Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tokay",1,1,2 ], "a variety of large sweet grape used to make this wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tokay",1,1,3 ], "a similar wine made elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tokharian",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tocharian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tokyo",1,1,1 ], "Japan| Pop|: 8,640,000 (1975)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tokyo",1,1,1 ], "Pacific): the largest city in the world since the 18th century, with a conurbation of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tokyo",1,1,1 ], "over 25 million people; major industrial centre and the chief cultural centre of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tokyo",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Japan, a port on SE Honshu on Tokyo Bay (an inlet of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tolbert",1,1,1 ], "born 1913, Liberian statesman; president of Liberia since 1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,1 ], "(t$A!le$Id@@$u; Spanish to!le$do)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 44,382 (1970)| Ancient name: Toletum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,2 ], "a city in central Spain, on the River Tagus: capital of Visigothic Spain, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,2 ], "of Castile from 1087 to 1560; famous for steel and swords since the first century|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,3 ], "(t@@!li$:d@@$u)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,4 ], "377,423 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,4 ], "an inland port in NW Ohio, on Lake Erie: one of the largest coal-shipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toledo",1,1,4 ], "ports in the world; transportation and industrial centre; university (1872)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tolima",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in W Colombia, in the Andes| Height: 5215 m (17,110 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tolpuddle Martyrs",1,1,1 ], "forming a trade union in the village of Tolpuddle, Dorset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tolpuddle Martyrs",1,1,1 ], "six farmworkers sentenced to transportation for seven years in 1834 for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tolstoy",1,1,1 ], "(1865-69) and Anna Karenina (1875-77)| Following a spiritual crisis in 1879, he adopted a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tolstoy",1,1,1 ], "Russian name Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy| 1828-1910, Russian novelist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tolstoy",1,1,1 ], "form of Christianity based on a doctrine of nonresistance to evil" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tolstoy",1,1,1 ], "short-story writer, and philosopher; author of the two monumental novels War and Peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toluca",1,1,1 ], "(8660 ft|)| Pop|: 141,726 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toluca",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Mexico, capital of Mexico state, at an altitude of 2640 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toluca",1,1,2 ], "Nevado de (ne!$Ba$do de)| a volcano in central Mexico, in Mexico state near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toluca",1,1,2 ], "Toluca: crater partly filled by a lake| Height: 4577 m (15,017 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tom Collins",1,1,1 ], "a long drink consisting of gin, lime or lemon juice, sugar or syrup, and soda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tom Collins",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tom Thumb",1,1,1 ], "General, stage name of Charles Stratton| 1838-83, U|S| midget, exhibited in P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tom Thumb",1,1,1 ], "T| Barnum's circus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tom Thumb",1,1,2 ], "a dwarf; midget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tom and Jerry",1,1,1 ], "a hot mixed drink containing rum, brandy, egg, nutmeg, and sometimes milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tom",1,1,1 ], "Har_ry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tom",1,2,1 ], "Dick, and Harry; any Tom, Dick, or Harry)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tom",1,2,1 ], "an ordinary, undistinguished, or common person (esp| in the phrases every Tom," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tombouctou",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Timbuktu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tommy gun",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for Thompson sub-machine-gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tomsk",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 399,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tomsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union: formerly an important gold-mining town and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tomsk",1,1,1 ], "administrative centre for a large area of Siberia; university (1888); engineering industries|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ton Duc Thang",1,1,1 ], "born 1888, Vietnamese statesman; president of Vietnam since 1976" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonbridge",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tonbridge",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SE England, in SW Kent on the River Medway| Pop|: 31,006" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",1,1,1 ], "Rhodesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of S central Africa, living chiefly in Zambia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",2,1,1 ], "Languages: Tongan and English| Religion: Christian| Currency: pa'anga| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",2,1,1 ], "Nuku'alofa| Pop|: 98,000 (1974 UN est|)| Area: 675 sq| km (261 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",2,1,1 ], "a kingdom occupying an archipelago of more than 150 volcanic and coral islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",2,1,1 ], "in the SW Pacific, east of Fiji: inhabited by Polynesians; became a British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tonga",2,1,1 ], "protectorate in 1900 and gained independence in 1970; a member of the Commonwealth|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tonkin",1,1,1 ], "a former state of N French Indochina (1883-1946), on the Gulf of Tonkin: forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonkin",1,1,1 ], "the largest part of N Vietnam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tonkin",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an arm of the South China Sea, bordered by N Vietnam, the Luichow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonkin",1,1,2 ], "Peninsula of SW China, and Hainan Island| Length: about 500 km (300 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tonle Sap",1,1,1 ], "River|Area: (dry season) about 2600 sq| km (1000 sq| miles);(rainy season) up to 24,600 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tonle Sap",1,1,1 ], "a lake in W central Cambodia, linked with the Mekong River by the Tonle Sap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tonle Sap",1,1,1 ], "km (9500 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Toowoomba",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 62,900 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toowoomba",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Australia, in SE Queensland: agricultural and industrial centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Topeka",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Kansas, capital of the state, on the Kansas River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Topeka",1,1,1 ], "university (1865)| Pop|: 136,059 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tophet",1,1,1 ], "Moloch, where human sacrifices were offered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tophet",1,1,1 ], "a place in the valley immediately to the southwest of Jerusalem; the Shrine of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torah",1,1,1,1 ], "the Pentateuch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torah",1,1,1,2 ], "the scroll on which this is written, used in synagogue services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torah",1,1,2 ], "expositions of the Law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torah",1,1,2 ], "the whole body of the Jewish sacred writings and tradition including oral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torbay",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Torbay",1,1,1 ], "a resort and former county borough in SW England, in Devon, formed in 1968 by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torbay",1,1,1 ], "the amalgamation of Torquay with two neighbouring coastal towns| Pop|: 108,888" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torbay",1,1,2 ], "an inlet of the English Channel on the coast of SW England, near Torquay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torino",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Turin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toronto",1,1,1 ], "(1976 est|), with a conurbation of 2,803,101 (1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Toronto",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Canada, capital of Ontario, on Lake Ontario: the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toronto",1,1,1 ], "largest city and the major industrial centre of Canada; two universities| Pop|: 633,818" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torquay",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in SW England, in S Devon: administratively part of Torbay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torquay",1,1,1 ], "since 1968" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torquemada",1,1,1 ], "(1483-98), he was responsible for the burning of some 2000 heretics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torquemada",1,1,1 ], "1420-98, Spanish Dominican monk|As first inquisitor general of Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torrance",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW California, southwest of Los Angeles: developed rapidly with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torrance",1,1,1 ], "discovery of oil| Pop|: 133,318 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torre del Greco",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Italy, in Campania near Vesuvius on the Bay of Naples: damaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torre del Greco",1,1,1 ], "several times by eruptions| Pop|: 91,676 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torrens title",1,1,1 ], "deeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torrens title",1,1,1 ], "legal title to land based on record of registration rather than on title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torrens",1,1,1 ], "a shallow salt lake in E central South Australia, about 8 m (25 ft|) below sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torrens",1,1,1 ], "level| Area: 5776 sq| km (2230 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torreon",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N Mexico, in Coahuila state| Pop|: 251,294 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torres Strait",1,1,1 ], "a strait between NE Australia and S New Guinea, linking the Arafura Sea with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torres Strait",1,1,1 ], "the Coral Sea| Width: about 145 km (90 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torricelli",1,1,1 ], "1608-47, Italian physicist and mathematician, who discovered the principle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torricelli",1,1,1 ], "the barometer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torricellian tube",1,1,1 ], "a vertical glass tube partly evacuated and partly filled with mercury, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torricellian tube",1,1,1 ], "height of which is used as a measure of atmospheric pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torricellian vacuum",1,1,1 ], "the vacuum at the top of a Torricellian tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Torrid Zone",1,1,1 ], "Capricorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Torrid Zone",1,1,1 ], "that part of the earth's surface lying between the tropics of Cancer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tortelier",1,1,1 ], "born 1914, French cellist and composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tortola",1,1,1 ], "an island in the NE West Indies, in the Leeward Islands group: chief island of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tortola",1,1,1 ], "the British Virgin Islands| Pop|: 8939 (1970)| Area: 62 sq| km (24 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tortuga",1,1,1 ], "an island in the West Indies, off the NW coast of Haiti: haunt of pirates in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tortuga",1,1,1 ], "t@$r!ty)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tortuga",1,1,1 ], "the 17th century| Area: 180 sq| km (70 sq| miles)| French name: La Tortue (la" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toru",1,1,1 ], "(1793-1919)| Pop|: 142,000 (1974 est|)| German name: Thorn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Toru",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N Poland, on the River Vistula: developed around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toru",1,1,1 ], "castle that was founded by the Teutonic Knights in 1230; under Prussian rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Conservative Party in Great Britain or Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,2 ], "Duke of York from the royal succession (1679-80)| Tory remained the label for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,2 ], "a member of the English political party that opposed the exclusion of James," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,2 ], "subsequent major conservative interests until they gave birth to the Conservative Party in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,2 ], "the 1830s" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,3 ], "an American supporter of the British cause; loyalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,4 ], "an ultraconservative or reactionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,5 ], "(in the 17th century) an Irish Roman Catholic, esp| an outlaw who preyed upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,1,5 ], "English settlers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to Tories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tory",1,2,2 ], "ultraconservative or reactionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toscana",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Tuscany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toscanini",1,1,1 ], "1867-1957, Italian conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toul",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toul",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE France: a leading episcopal see in the Middle Ages| Pop|: 16,832" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toulon",1,1,1 ], "(1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Toulon",1,1,1 ], "a fortified port and naval base in SE France, on the Mediterranean: naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toulon",1,1,1 ], "arsenal developed by Henry IV and Richelieu, later fortified by Vauban| Pop|: 185,050" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toulouse",1,1,1 ], "Ancient name: Tolosa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Toulouse",1,1,1 ], "a city in S France, on the Garonne River: scene of severe religious strife in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toulouse",1,1,1 ], "the early 13th and mid-16th centuries; university (1229)| Pop|: 383,176 (1975)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tour",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, president of the Republic of Guinea since 1958" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Touraine",1,1,1 ], "a former province of NW central France: at its height in the 16th century as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Touraine",1,1,1 ], "an area of royal residences, esp| along the Loire| Chief town: Tours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tourane",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Da Nang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tourcoing",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE France: textiles manufacturing| Pop|: 102,543 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tournai",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Belgium, in Hainaut province on the River Scheldt: under several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tournai",1,1,1 ], "different European rulers until 1814| Pop|: 32,794 (1970)| Flemish name: Doornik" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tourneur",1,1,1 ], "1575-1626, English dramatist; author of The Atheist's Tragedy (1611) and," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tourneur",1,1,1 ], "reputedly, of The Revenger's Tragedy (1607)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tours",1,1,1 ], "Arabs in 732, ending the advance of Islam in W Europe| Pop|: 145,441 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tours",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central France, on the River Loire: scene of the defeat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toussaint L'Ouverture",1,1,1 ], "1743-1803, Haitian revolutionary leader|He was made governor of the island by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toussaint L'Ouverture",1,1,1 ], "in prison in France" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Toussaint L'Ouverture",1,1,1 ], "the French Revolutionary government (1794) and expelled the Spanish and British but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toussaint L'Ouverture",1,1,1 ], "when Napoleon I proclaimed the re-establishment of slavery he was arrested|He died" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tower Hamlets",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London, on the River Thames: contains the main part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tower Hamlets",1,1,1 ], "the East End| Pop|: 146,100 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tower of London",1,1,1 ], "a fortress in the City of London, on the River Thames: begun soon after 1066;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tower of London",1,1,1 ], "containing the crown jewels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tower of London",1,1,1 ], "later extended and used as a palace, the main state prison, and now as a museum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Townshend",1,1,1 ], "born 1945, English rock guitarist and songwriter: member of The Who; writer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Townshend",1,1,1 ], "the rock opera Tommy (1969)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Townsville",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Australia, in NE Queensland on the Coral Sea: centre of a vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Townsville",1,1,1 ], "agricultural and mining hinterland| Pop|: 82,500 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toyama",1,1,1 ], "Japan): chemical and textile centre| Pop|: 287,035 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toyama",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Japan, on W Honshu on Toyama Bay (an inlet of the Sea of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toynbee",1,1,1 ], "Arnold| 1852-83, English economist and social reformer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toynbee",1,1,2 ], "Study of History (1934-61), he attempted to analyse the principles determining the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Toynbee",1,1,2 ], "his nephew, Arnold Joseph| 1889-1975, English historian| In his chief work, A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Toynbee",1,1,2 ], "rise and fall of civilizations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tpr|",1,1,1 ], "Trooper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tr",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Trier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trabzon",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 81,528 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trabzon",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Turkey, on the Black Sea: founded as a Greek colony in the 8th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trabzon",1,1,1 ], "century b|c| at the terminus of an important trade route from central Europe to Asia|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tractarianism",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Oxford Movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tracy",1,1,1 ], "1900-67, U|S| film actor; his films include The Power and the Glory (1933)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tracy",1,1,1 ], "Adam's Rib (1949), and Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trades Union Congress",1,1,1 ], "the major association of British trade unions, which includes all the larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trades Union Congress",1,1,1 ], "unions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trafalgar",1,1,1 ], "a cape on the SW coast of Spain, south of Cadiz: scene of the decisive naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trafalgar",1,1,1 ], "battle (1805) in which the French and Spanish fleets were defeated by the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trafalgar",1,1,1 ], "under Nelson, who was mortally wounded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Traherne",1,1,1 ], "1637-74, English mystical prose writer and poet| His prose works include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Traherne",1,1,1 ], "1908" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Traherne",1,1,1 ], "Centuries of Meditations, which was discovered in manuscript in 1896 and published in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trajan",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Marcus Ulpius Traianus| 53-117 a|d|, Roman emperor (98-117)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trajan",1,1,1 ], "extended the empire to the east and built many roads, bridges, canals, and towns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tralee",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SW Ireland, county town of Kerry, near Tralee Bay (an inlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tralee",1,1,1 ], "of the Atlantic)| Pop|: 12,287 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trans-Jordan",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1922-49) of Jordan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trans-New Guinea phylum",1,1,1 ], "and the surrounding regions| Older term: New Guinea Macrophylum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trans-New Guinea phylum",1,1,1 ], "the largest grouping of the non-Austronesian languages of Papua and New Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trans-Siberian Railway",1,1,1 ], "Mountains to Vladivostok on the Pacific: constructed between 1891 and 1916, making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trans-Siberian Railway",1,1,1 ], "a railway in the S Soviet Union, extending from Chelyabinsk in the Ural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trans-Siberian Railway",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trans-Siberian Railway",1,1,1 ], "possible the settlement of sparsely inhabited regions| Length: over 6500 km (4000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Transalpine Gaul",1,1,1 ], "(in the ancient world) that part of Gaul northwest of the Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Transcaucasia",1,1,1 ], "Black and Caspian Seas: formerly a constituent republic of the Soviet Union, divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Transcaucasia",1,1,1 ], "a region of the SW Soviet Union, south of the Caucasus Mountains between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Transcaucasia",1,1,1 ], "in 1936 into the Georgian, Azerbaijan, and Armenian SSRs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Transfiguration",1,1,1 ], "(Matthew 17:1-9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Transfiguration",1,1,1 ], "the change in the appearance of Christ that took place before three disciples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Transfiguration",1,1,2 ], "the Church festival held in commemoration of this on Aug| 6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Transkei",1,1,1 ], "Africa's Bantu Homelands and the first Bantu self-governing territory (1963); became an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Transkei",1,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in South Africa, in E Cape Province: the largest of South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Transkei",1,1,1 ], "autonomous state in 1976| Capital: Umtata| Pop|: 1,900,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 42,700 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Transkei",1,1,1 ], "km (16,500 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Transvaal",1,1,1 ], "(1836); became a British colony in 1902; joined South Africa in 1910; consists mostly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Transvaal",1,1,1 ], "6,388,870 (1970)| Area: 283,919 sq| km (109,621 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Transvaal",1,1,1 ], "River in the north; the world's chief gold producer| Capital: Pretoria| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Transvaal",1,1,1 ], "a province of NE South Africa: colonized by the Boers after the Great Trek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Transvaal",1,1,1 ], "of a plateau sloping down from the Drakensberg in the southeast to the Limpopo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Transylvania",1,1,1 ], "a region of central and NW Rumania: belonged to Hungary from the 11th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Transylvania",1,1,1 ], "until 1918; restored finally to Rumania in 1947" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Transylvanian Alps",1,1,1 ], "Highest peak: Mount Negoiu, 2548 m (8360 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Transylvanian Alps",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S Rumania; a SW extension of the Carpathian Mountains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trapani",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Italy, in NW Sicily: Carthaginian naval base, ceded to the Romans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trapani",1,1,1 ], "after the First Punic War| Pop|: 69,771 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trappist",1,1,1,1 ], "Cistercians of the Strict Observance, which originated at La Trappe in France in 1664| They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trappist",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of a branch of the Cistercian order of Christian monks, the Reformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trappist",1,1,1,1 ], "are noted for their rule of silence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trappist",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trasimene",1,1,1 ], "Italian name: Trasimeno" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trasimene",1,1,1 ], "a lake in central Italy, in Umbria: the largest lake in central Italy; scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trasimene",1,1,1 ], "of Hannibal's victory over the Romans in 217 b|c|Area: 128 sq| km (49 sq| miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Travancore",1,1,1 ], "Travancore-Cochin: part of Kerala state since 1956" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Travancore",1,1,1 ], "a former princely state of S India which joined with Cochin in 1949 to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treasurer",1,1,1 ], "(in the Commonwealth of Australia and each of the Australian states) the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treasurer",1,1,1 ], "minister of finance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Treasury Bench",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)the front bench to the right of the Speaker in the House of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treasury Bench",1,1,1 ], "Commons, traditionally reserved for members of the Government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Treasury bill",1,1,1 ], "a short-term noninterest-bearing obligation issued by the U|S| Treasury," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treasury bill",1,1,1 ], "discount basis on the open market" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Treasury bill",1,1,1 ], "payable to bearer and maturing usually in 91 days, within which it is tradable on a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Treasury",1,1,1 ], "(in various countries) the government department in charge of finance|In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treasury",1,1,1 ], "Britain the Treasury is also responsible for economic strategy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trebizond",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Trabzon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treblinka",1,1,1 ], "Warsaw: chiefly remembered as the place where the Jews of the Warsaw ghetto were put to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Treblinka",1,1,1 ], "a Nazi concentration camp in central Poland, on the Bug River northeast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treblinka",1,1,1 ], "death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tree",1,1,1 ], "Sir Herbert Beerbohm| 1853-1917, English actor and theatre manager; half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tree",1,1,1 ], "brother of Max Beerbohm| He was noted for his lavish productions of Shakespeare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Treitschke",1,1,1 ], "1834-96, German historian, noted for his highly nationalistic views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trengganu",1,1,1 ], "Kuala Trengganu| Pop|: 404,924 (1970)| Area: 13,020 sq| km (5027 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trengganu",1,1,1 ], "Thai suzerainty until becoming a British protectorate in 1909; joined the Federation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trengganu",1,1,1 ], "a state of Malaysia, on the E Malay Peninsula on the South China Sea: under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trengganu",1,1,1 ], "of Malaya in 1948; an isolated forested region; mainly agricultural| Capital:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trent",1,1,1 ], "a river in central England, rising in Staffordshire and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trent",1,1,1 ], "northeast into the Humber: the chief river of the Midlands| Length: 270 km (170 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trent",1,1,2 ], "the German name for Trento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trentino-Alto Adige",1,1,1 ], "(5256 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1947): Venezia Tridentina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trentino-Alto Adige",1,1,1 ], "Pass, ceded by Austria after World War I| Pop|: 839,025 (1971)| Area: 13,613 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trentino-Alto Adige",1,1,1 ], "a region of N Italy: consists of the part of the Tyrol south of the Brenner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trento",1,1,1 ], "Tridentum|German name: Trent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trento",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Trentino-Alto Adige region on the Adige River: Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trento",1,1,1 ], "military base; seat of the Council of Trent| Pop|: 91,767 (1971)| Latin name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trenton",1,1,1 ], "(1776) during the War of American Independence| Pop|: 104,156 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trenton",1,1,1 ], "a city in W New Jersey, capital of the state, on the Delaware River: settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trenton",1,1,1 ], "by English Quakers in 1679; scene of the defeat of the British by Washington" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trevelyan",1,1,1 ], "George Macaulay| 1876-1962, English historian, noted for his English Social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trevelyan",1,1,1 ], "History (1944)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trevelyan",1,1,2 ], "his father, Sir George Otto| 1838-1928, English historian and biographer| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trevelyan",1,1,2 ], "works include a biography of his uncle Lord Macaulay (1876)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trevino",1,1,1 ], "(1968; 1971) and the British Open Championship (1971; 1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trevino",1,1,1 ], "born 1939, U|S| professional golfer: winner of the U|S| Open Championship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Treviso",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Treviso",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Veneto region: agricultural market centre| Pop|: 90,945" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triad",1,1,1 ], "activities, such as drug traffic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Triad",1,1,1 ], "any of several Chinese secret societies, esp| one involved in criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trichinopoly",1,1,1 ], "another name for Tiruchirapalli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tridentine",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Council of Trent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tridentine",1,1,1,2 ], "in accord with Tridentine doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tridentine",1,2,1 ], "an orthodox Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tridentum",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for Trento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trient",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Trento|Also: Trent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trier",1,1,1 ], "a city in W West Germany, in the Rhineland-Palatinate on the Moselle River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trier",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Latin name: Augusta Treverorum|French name: Treves" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Trier",1,1,1 ], "one of the oldest towns of central Europe, ancient capital of a Celto-Germanic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trier",1,1,1 ], "tribe (the Treveri);an early centre of Christianity, ruled by powerful archbishops" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trier",1,1,1 ], "until the 18th century; wine trade; important Roman remains| Pop|: 102,221 (1974" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trieste",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 270,641 (1975 est|)| Slovene and Serbo-Croatian name: Trst" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trieste",1,1,1 ], "Trieste at the head of the Adriatic Sea: under Austrian rule (1382-1918); capital of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trieste",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Italy, capital of Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, on the Gulf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trieste",1,1,1 ], "the Free Territory of Trieste (1947-54); important transit port for central Europe|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trieste",1,1,2 ], "1954" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trieste",1,1,2 ], "Free Territory of| a former territory on the N Adriatic: established by the UN" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trieste",1,1,2 ], "in 1947; most of the N part passed to Italy and the remainder to Yugoslavia in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trimurti",1,1,1 ], "Creator, Vishnu the Sustainer, and Siva the Destroyer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trimurti",1,1,1 ], "the triad of the three chief gods of later Hinduism, consisting of Brahma the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinacria",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for Sicily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trincomalee",1,1,1 ], "Bengal); British naval base until 1957| Pop|: 41,784 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trincomalee",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Sri Lanka, on the Bay of Trincomalee (an inlet of the Bay of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad and Tobago",1,1,1 ], "5128 sq| km (1980 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad and Tobago",1,1,1 ], "Trinidad and Tobago dollar| Capital: Port-of-Spain| Combined pop|: 945,210 (1970)| Area:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad and Tobago",1,1,1 ], "an independent republic in the West Indies, occupying the two southernmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad and Tobago",1,1,1 ], "in 1962; became a republic in 1976; a member of the Commonwealth| Official" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad and Tobago",1,1,1 ], "islands of the Lesser Antilles: became a British colony in 1888 and gained independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad and Tobago",1,1,1 ], "language: English| Religion: Christian majority, with a large Hindu minority| Currency:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 983,750 (1970 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad",1,1,1 ], "Spanish in the 17th century and ceded to Britain in 1802; joined with Tobago in 1888 as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad",1,1,1 ], "a British colony; now part of the independent republic of Trinidad and Tobago|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trinidad",1,1,1 ], "an island in the West Indies, off the NE coast of Venezuela: colonized by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinil man",1,1,1 ], "another name for Java man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinitarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes in the doctrine of the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinitarian",1,1,2 ], "a member of the Holy Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinitarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the doctrine of the Trinity or those who uphold it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinitarian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Holy Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity Brethren",1,1,1 ], "the members of Trinity House" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity House",1,1,1 ], "an association that provides lighthouses, buoys, etc|, around the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity House",1,1,1 ], "coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the Sunday after Whit Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity term",1,1,1 ], "educational establishments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity term",1,1,1 ], "the summer term at Oxford and Cambridge Universities and some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity",1,1,1 ], "the union of three persons, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, in one Godhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trinity",1,1,2 ], "Holy Trinity| a religious order founded in 1198" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tripitaka",1,1,1 ], "the three collections of books making up the Buddhist canon of scriptures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Alliance",1,1,1 ], "and lasting until 1914" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Alliance",1,1,1 ], "the secret alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy formed in 1882" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Alliance",1,1,2 ], "the alliance of France, the Netherlands, and Britain against Spain in 1717" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Alliance",1,1,3 ], "the alliance of England, Sweden, and the Netherlands against France in 1668" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Entente",1,1,1 ], "1894 and 1907 and counterbalanced the Triple Alliance of 1882| The Entente became a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Entente",1,1,1 ], "formal alliance on the outbreak of World War I and was ended by the Russian Revolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Entente",1,1,1 ], "in 1917" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Triple Entente",1,1,1 ], "the understanding between Britain, France, and Russia that developed between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triplex",1,1,1 ], "a laminated safety glass, as used in car windows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,1 ], "(@6three cities@9); fishing and manufacturing centre| Pop|: 213,506 (1964)| Ancient" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,1 ], "founded by Phoenicians in about the 7th century b|c|; the only city that has survived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,1 ], "name: Oea|Arabic name: Tarabulus el Gharb" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,1 ], "of the three (Oea, Leptis Magna, and Sabratha) that formed the African Tripolis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Libya, in the northwest on the Mediterranean:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,2 ], "Tarabulus esh Sham" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,2 ], "a port in N Lebanon, on the Mediterranean: the second largest town in Lebanon;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,2 ], "manufacturing centre| Pop|: 160,000 (1973 est|)| Ancient name: Tripolis|Arabic name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tripoli",1,1,2 ], "taken by the Crusaders in 1109 after a siege of five years; oil-refining and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tripolitania",1,1,1 ], "b|c|; taken by the Turks in 1551 and became one of the Barbary states; under Italian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tripolitania",1,1,1 ], "rule from 1912 until World War II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tripolitania",1,1,1 ], "the NW part of Libya: established as a Phoenician colony in the 7th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triptolemus",1,1,1 ], "a favourite of Demeter, sent by her to teach men agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tripura",1,1,1 ], "a state of NE India: formerly a princely state, ruled by the Maharajahs for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tripura",1,1,1 ], "jungles| Capital: Agartala| Pop|: 1,556,342 (1971)| Area: 10,453 sq| km (4036 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tripura",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tripura",1,1,1 ], "over 1300 years; became a union territory in 1956 and a state in 1972; extensive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan da Cunha",1,1,1 ], "Portuguese admiral Tristao da Cunha; annexed to Britain in 1816; whole population of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan da Cunha",1,1,1 ], "Tristan evacuated for two years after the volcanic eruption of 1961| Pop|: 280 (1971" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan da Cunha",1,1,1 ], "a group of four small volcanic islands in the S Atlantic, about halfway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan da Cunha",1,1,1 ], "between South Africa and South America: comprises the main island of Tristan and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan da Cunha",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: about 100 sq| km (40 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan da Cunha",1,1,1 ], "uninhabited islands of Gough, Inaccessible, and Nightingale; discovered in 1506 by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval romance) the nephew of King Mark of Cornwall who fell in love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tristan",1,1,1 ], "with his uncle's bride, Iseult, after they mistakenly drank a love potion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Triton",1,1,1 ], "a sea god, son of Poseidon and Amphitrite, depicted as having the upper parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triton",1,1,1 ], "of a man with a fishtail and holding a trumpet made from a conch shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Triton",1,1,2 ], "one of a class of minor sea deities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triton",2,1,1 ], "Approximate diameter: 3700 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Triton",2,1,1 ], "the larger of the two satellites of Neptune and the nearer to the planet|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Triunitarian",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for Trinitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trivandrum",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trivandrum",1,1,1 ], "a city in S India, capital of Kerala, on the Malabar Coast: made capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trivandrum",1,1,1 ], "the kingdom of Travancore in 1745; University of Kerala (1937)| Pop|: 409,672" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trobriand Islands",1,1,1 ], "Guinea: part of Papua New Guinea| Area: about 440 sq| km (170 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trobriand Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of coral islands in the Solomon Sea, north of the E part of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Troilus",1,1,1 ], "romance he is portrayed as the lover of Cressida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Troilus",1,1,1 ], "the youngest son of King Priam and Queen Hecuba, slain at Troy| In medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trois Rivi",1,1,1 ], "Three Rivers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trois Rivi",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Canada, in Quebec on the St| Lawrence River: one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trois Rivi",1,1,1 ], "world's largest centres of newsprint production| Pop|: 55,869 (1971)| English name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan Horse",1,1,1 ], "Greek myth| the huge wooden hollow figure of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan Horse",1,1,1 ], "assault" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan Horse",1,1,1 ], "horse left outside Troy by the Greeks when they feigned retreat and dragged inside by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan Horse",1,1,1 ], "the Trojans| The men concealed inside it opened the city to the final Greek" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan Horse",1,1,2 ], "a trap intended to undermine an enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan War",1,1,1 ], "Helen from her Greek husband Menelaus by Paris, son of the Trojan king| It lasted ten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan War",1,1,1 ], "a war fought by the Greeks against the Trojans to avenge the abduction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan War",1,1,1 ], "years and ended in the sack of Troy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of ancient Troy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan",1,1,2 ], "a person who is hardworking and determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trojan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Troy or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trollope",1,1,1 ], "(1855), Barchester Towers (1857), and Dr| Thorne (1858), are those in the Barsetshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trollope",1,1,1 ], "1815-82, English novelist| His most successful novels, such as The Warden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trollope",1,1,1 ], "includes Phineas Redux (1874) and The Prime Minister (1876)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trollope",1,1,1 ], "series of studies of English provincial life| The Palliser series of political novels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tromso",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Norway, on a small island between Kvalo/y and the mainland:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tromso",1,1,1 ], "fishing and sealing centre| Pop|: 39,145 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trondheim",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Norway, on Trondheim Fjord (an inlet of the Norwegian Sea):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trondheim",1,1,1 ], "century and from 1930 to 1931): Nidaros" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trondheim",1,1,1 ], "largest city in the country| Pop|: 184,039 (1974 est|)| Former name (until the 16th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trondheim",1,1,1 ], "national capital until 1380; seat of the Technical University of Norway; the second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trossachs",1,1,1 ], "Katrine: made famous by Sir Walter Scott's descriptions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trossachs",1,1,1 ], "a narrow wooded valley in central Scotland, between Loch Achroy and Loch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trot",1,1,1 ], "a follower of Trotsky; Trotskyite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trotsky",1,1,1 ], "Communist theorist| He was a leader of the November Revolution (1917) and, as commissar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trotsky",1,1,1 ], "Stalinist agent" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Trotsky",1,1,1 ], "by Stalin after Lenin's death and deported from Russia (1929); assassinated by a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Trotsky",1,1,1 ], "of foreign affairs and war (1917-24), largely created the Red Army| He was ousted" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trotsky",1,1,1 ], "original name Lev Davidovich Bronstein| 1879-1940, Russian revolutionary and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trotskyism",1,1,1 ], "Trotsky's theory of communism, in which he called for immediate worldwide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trotskyism",1,1,1 ], "revolution by the proletariat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trotskyist International",1,1,1 ], "1936" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Trotskyist International",1,1,1 ], "any of several international Trotskyist organizations that have developed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trotskyist International",1,1,1 ], "the international federation of anti-Stalinist Communists founded by Trotsky in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trowbridge",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SW England, administrative centre of Wiltshire: woollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trowbridge",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing| Pop|: 19,245 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Troy",1,1,1 ], "any of nine ancient cities in NW Asia Minor, each of which was built on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Troy",1,1,1 ], "century b|c|)|Greek name: Ilion|Latin name: Ilium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Troy",1,1,1 ], "ruins of its predecessor| The seventh was the site of the Trojan War (mid-13th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Troyes",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in NE France: became prosperous through its great fairs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Troyes",1,1,1 ], "the early Middle Ages| Pop|: 75,500 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trst",1,1,1 ], "the Slovene and Serbo-Croatian name for Trieste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trucial States",1,1,1 ], "Sheikdoms, Trucial Oman, Trucial Coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Trucial States",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1971) of the United Arab Emirates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trudeau",1,1,1 ], "born 1919, Canadian statesman; Liberal prime minister since 1968" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trujillo",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Peru: founded 1535; university (1824); centre of a district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Trujillo",1,1,1 ], "producing rice and sugar cane| Pop|: 240,322 (1972)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Truk Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the W Pacific, in the E Caroline Islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Truk Islands",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of the U|S| Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands; consists of 11 chief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Truk Islands",1,1,1 ], "islands; a major Japanese naval base during World War II| Pop|: 32,732 (1972)| Area: 130" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Truk Islands",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (50 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Truman",1,1,1 ], "1884-1972, U|S| Democratic statesman; 33rd president of the U|S| (1945-52)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Truman",1,1,1 ], "approved the dropping of the two atom bombs on Japan (1945), advocated the postwar loan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Truman",1,1,1 ], "to Britain, and involved the U|S| in the Korean War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Truro",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Truro",1,1,1 ], "a market town in SW England, administrative centre of Cornwall| Pop|: 14,830" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsana",1,1,1 ], "another name for (Lake)Tana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsaritsyn",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1925) of Volgograd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tselinograd",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Soviet Union, in the W Kazakh SSR| Pop|: 215,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tselinograd",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Former name (until 1961): Akmolinsk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tshiluba",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Luba people, used as a trade language in Zaire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tshombe",1,1,1 ], "1919-69, Congolese statesman|He led the secession of Katanga (1960) from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tshombe",1,1,1 ], "newly independent Congo forced into exile (1963) but returned (1964-65) as premier of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tshombe",1,1,1 ], "the Congo died in exile" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tsingyuan",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Paoting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsonga",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of S Mozambique, Swaziland, and South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsonga",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tsonga",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsugaru Strait",1,1,1 ], "(20 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tsugaru Strait",1,1,1 ], "a channel between N Honshu and S Hokkaido islands, Japan| Width: about 30 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsukahara",1,1,1 ], "Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tsukahara",1,1,1 ], "born 1948, Japanese gymnast: gold medallist at the 1972 and 1976 Olympic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsushima",1,1,1 ], "Strait: administratively part of Japan; scene of a naval defeat for the Russians (1905)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tsushima",1,1,1 ], "a group of five rocky islands between Japan and South Korea, in the Korean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tsushima",1,1,1 ], "during the Russo-Japanese war| Area: 698 sq| km (269 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tswana",1,1,1 ], "Africa, living chiefly in Botswana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tswana",1,1,1 ], "a member of a mixed Negroid and Bushman people of the Sotho group of southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tswana",1,1,2 ], "family: the principal language of Botswana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tswana",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuamotu Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "6664 (1971)| Area: 860 sq| km (332 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuamotu Archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a group of about 80 coral islands in the S Pacific, in French Polynesia| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuareg",1,1,1 ], "a member of a nomadic Berber people of the Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuareg",1,1,2 ], "the dialect of Berber spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tubal-cain",1,1,1 ], "a son of Lamech, said in Genesis 422 to be the first artificer of metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tubman",1,1,1 ], "1895-1971, Liberian statesman president of Liberia (1944-71)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tubuai Islands",1,1,1 ], "1880| Pop|: 5079 (1971)| Area: 173 sq| km (67 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tubuai Islands",1,1,1 ], "a chain of small islands extending about 1400 km (850 miles) in the S Pacific," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tubuai Islands",1,1,1 ], "in French Polynesia; discovered by Captain Cook in 1777; annexed by France in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tucson",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Arizona, at an altitude of 700m (2400 ft|): resort and seat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tucson",1,1,1 ], "the University of Arizona (1891)| Pop|: 307,551 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tucum",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Argentina: scene of the declaration (1816) of Argentinian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tucum",1,1,1 ], "independence from Spain; university (1914)| Pop|: 365,757 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tudor",1,1,1 ], "VIII, Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tudor",1,1,1 ], "an English royal house descended from a Welsh squire, Owen Tudor (died 1461)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tudor",1,1,1 ], "and ruling from 1485 to 1603| Monarchs of the Tudor line were Henry VII, Henry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tudor",1,2,1 ], "characterized by half-timbered houses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tudor",1,2,1 ], "denoting a style of architecture of the late perpendicular period and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuesday",1,1,1 ], "the third day of the week; second day of the working week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tues|",1,1,1 ], "Tuesday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tugela",1,1,1 ], "(312 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tugela",1,1,1 ], "Falls, 856 m (2810 ft|) high, before flowing east to the Indian Ocean: scene of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tugela",1,1,1 ], "a river in E South Africa, rising in the Drakensberg where it forms the Tugela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tugela",1,1,1 ], "battles during the Zulu War (1879) and the Boer War (1899-1902)| Length: about 500 km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tuileries",1,1,1 ], "a former royal residence in Paris: begun in 1564 by Catherine de' Medici and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuileries",1,1,1 ], "burned in 1871 by the Commune; site of the Tuileries Gardens (a park near the Louvre)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tula",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the W central Soviet Union| Pop|: 500,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tull",1,1,1 ], "1674-1741, English agriculturalist, who invented the seed drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tully",1,1,1 ], "the former English name for (Marcus Tullius)Cicero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tulsa",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Oklahoma, on the Arkansas River: a major oil centre; two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tulsa",1,1,1 ], "universities| Pop|: 335,444 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tunbridge Wells",1,1,1 ], "1606; an important social centre in the 17th and 18th centuries| Pop|: 44,506 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tunbridge Wells",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in SE England, in SW Kent: chalybeate spring discovered in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tungting",1,1,1 ], "10,000 sq| km (4000 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tungting",1,1,1 ], "a lake in S China, in NE Hunan province: main outlet flows to the Yangtze;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tungting",1,1,1 ], "rice-growing in winter| Area: (in winter) 3900 sq| km (1500 sq| miles);(in summer) about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tungus",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of E Siberia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tungus",1,1,2 ], "Tungusic branch of the Altaic family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tungus",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, closely related to Manchu, belonging to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tunguska",1,1,1 ], "(Verkhnyaya)Tunguska, which is the lower course of the Angara" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tunguska",1,1,1 ], "Stony (Podkamennaya)Tunguska, 1550 km (960 miles) long; the Upper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tunguska",1,1,1 ], "any of three rivers in the Soviet Union, in central Siberia, all tributaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tunguska",1,1,1 ], "of the Yenisei: the Lower (Nizhnyaya)Tunguska, 2690 km (1670 miles) long; the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tunis",1,1,1 ], "(an inlet of the Mediterranean): dates from Carthaginian times, the ruins of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tunis",1,1,1 ], "ancient Carthage lying to the northeast; university (1960)| Pop|: 468,997 (1966)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tunis",1,1,1 ], "the capital and chief port of Tunisia, in the northeast on the Gulf of Tunis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tunisia",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Tunis| Pop|: 5,572,000 (1975 est|)| Area: 164,150 sq| km (63,380 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Tunisia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in N Africa, on the Mediterranean: settled by the Phoenicians in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tunisia",1,1,1 ], "and the Atlas Mountains in the north| Exports include petroleum, phosphates, and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tunisia",1,1,1 ], "in 1955| It consists chiefly of the Sahara desert in the south, a central plateau," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tunisia",1,1,1 ], "iron ore| Languages: Arabic and French| Religion: mostly Islam| Currency: dinar|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tunisia",1,1,1 ], "the 12th century b|c|; made a French protectorate in 1881 and gained independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tupamaro",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of Marxist urban guerrillas in Uruguay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tupi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a South American Indian people of Brazil and Paraguay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tupi",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Tupi-Guarani family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tupi-Guarani",1,1,1 ], "a family of South American Indian languages spoken in Brazil, Paraguay, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tupi-Guarani",1,1,1 ], "certain adjacent regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tupungato",1,1,1 ], "6550 m (21,484 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tupungato",1,1,1 ], "a mountain on the border between Argentina and Chile, in the Andes| Height:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turanian",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the peoples inhabiting ancient Turkestan, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turanian",1,1,1 ], "descendants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turanian",1,1,2 ], "another name for Ural-Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turanian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Ural-Altaic languages or any of the peoples who speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turanian",1,2,1 ], "them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turanian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Turkestan or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turco",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an Algerian serving in the light infantry of the French army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turenne",1,1,1 ], "armies during the Thirty Years' War and the wars of the Fronde" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turenne",1,1,1 ], "title of Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne| 1611-75, French marshal| He commanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turgot",1,1,1 ], "(1774-76), he attempted to abolish feudal privileges, incurring the hostility of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turgot",1,1,1 ], "1727-81, French economist and statesman|As controller general of finances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turgot",1,1,1 ], "aristocracy and his final dismissal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Turin",1,1,1 ], "1,202,215 (1975 est|)| Italian name: Torino" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Turin",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Italy, capital of Piedmont region, on the River Po: became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turin",1,1,1 ], "capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia in 1720; first capital (1861-65) of united Italy;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turin",1,1,1 ], "university (1405); a major industrial centre, producing most of Italy's cars| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Turing machine",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical universal computing machine able to modify its original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turing machine",1,1,1 ], "computer systems" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Turing machine",1,1,1 ], "instructions by reading, erasing, or writing a new symbol on a moving tape of fixed length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turing machine",1,1,1 ], "that acts as its program| The concept was instrumental in the early development of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Turishcheva",1,1,1 ], "and 1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turishcheva",1,1,1 ], "born 1952, Soviet gymnast: world champion 1970, 1972 (at the Olympic Games)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turk",1,1,1 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turk",1,1,2 ], "a native speaker of any Turkic language, such as an inhabitant of Turkestan or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turk",1,1,2 ], "the Kirghiz Steppe in the Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turk",1,1,3 ], "a violent, brutal, or domineering person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turk's-cap lily",1,1,1 ], "any of several cultivated lilies, such as Lilium martagon and L| superbum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turk's-cap lily",1,1,1 ], "that have brightly coloured flowers with reflexed petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turk's-head",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental turban-like knot made by weaving small cord around a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turk's-head",1,1,1 ], "rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkestan",1,1,1 ], "India, Afghanistan, and Iran in the south: divided into West Turkestan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkestan",1,1,1 ], "an extensive region of central Asia between Siberia in the north and Tibet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkestan",1,1,2 ], "and Kirghiz SSRs and the S part of the Kazakh SSR, and East Turkestan, consisting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkestan",1,1,2 ], "of the Sinkiang-Uighur AR" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Turkestan",1,1,2 ], "which includes the Turkmen, Uzbek, Tadzhik," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey oak",1,1,1 ], "an oak tree, Quercus cerris, of W and S Europe, with deeply lobed hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey oak",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey red",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate or bright red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey red",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey red",1,1,2 ], "a cotton fabric of a bright red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 780,576 sq| km (301,380 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey",1,1,1 ], "Marmara, and Dardanelles| Languages: chiefly Turkish, with Kurdish and Arabic minority" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey",1,1,1 ], "Ottoman Empire; became a republic in 1923| The major Asian part, consisting mainly of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey",1,1,1 ], "a republic in W Asia and SE Europe, between the Black Sea, the Mediterranean," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey",1,1,1 ], "an arid plateau, is separated from European Turkey by the Bosporus, Sea of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey",1,1,1 ], "and the Aegean: one of the oldest inhabited regions of the world; the centre of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkey",1,1,1 ], "languages| Religion: mostly Muslim| Currency: lira| Capital: Ankara| Pop|: 40,197,669" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Turki",1,1,1 ], "Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turki",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Turkic languages, esp| those spoken in Soviet central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turki",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to speakers of these languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turki",1,2,1 ], "these languages collectively; Turkic, esp| Eastern Turkic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkic",1,1,1 ], "Turkmen, Kirghiz, Tatar, etc|, members of which are found from Turkey to NE China, esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkic",1,1,1 ], "a branch or subfamily of the Altaic family of languages, including Turkish," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkic",1,1,1 ], "in Soviet central Asia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish Empire",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish bath",1,1,1 ], "a type of bath in which the bather sweats freely in a steam room, is then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish bath",1,1,1 ], "washed, often massaged, and has a cold plunge or shower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish bath",1,1,2 ], "an establishment where such a bath is obtainable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish coffee",1,1,1 ], "very strong black coffee made with finely ground coffee beans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish delight",1,1,1 ], "a jelly-like sweet flavoured with flower essences, usually cut into cubes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish delight",1,1,1 ], "covered in icing sugar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish tobacco",1,1,1 ], "a fragrant dark tobacco cultivated in E Europe, esp| Turkey and Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish towel",1,1,1 ], "a rough loose-piled towel; terry towel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Turkey, its people, or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish",1,2,1 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkish",1,2,1 ], "the official language of Turkey, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkism",1,1,1 ], "the culture, beliefs, and customs of the Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkism",1,1,2 ], "a Turkish word, fashion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkmen Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Ashkhabad| Pop|: 2,158,880 (1970)| Area: 488,100 sq| km (186,400 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkmen Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union, on the Caspian Sea| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkmen",1,1,1 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkmen",1,1,1 ], "the language of the Turkomans, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkoman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a formerly nomadic people of central Asia, now living chiefly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkoman",1,1,1 ], "the Turkmen SSR and in NE Iran" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turkoman",1,1,2 ], "the Turkmen language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turkoman",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turks and Caicos Islands",1,1,1 ], "(166 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Turks and Caicos Islands",1,1,1 ], "a British colony in the West Indies, southeast of the Bahamas: consists of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turks and Caicos Islands",1,1,1 ], "eight Turks Islands, separated by the Turks Island Passage from the Caicos group," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turks and Caicos Islands",1,1,1 ], "which has six main islands| Capital: Grand Turk| Pop|: 5675 (1970)| Area: 430 sq| km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Turku",1,1,1 ], "a city and port in SW Finland, on the Gulf of Bothnia: capital of Finland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turku",1,1,1 ], "until 1812| Pop|: 160,917 (1973 est|)| Swedish name: 'Abo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turk|",1,1,1 ], "Turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turk|",1,1,2 ], "Turkish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turner",1,1,1 ], "1779-1851, English landscape painter; a master of water colours| He sought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Turner",1,1,1 ], "convey atmosphere by means of an innovative use of colour and gradations of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Turpin",1,1,1 ], "1706-39, English highwayman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Tuscany, its inhabitants, or their dialect of Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscan",1,1,2 ], "characterized by a column with an unfluted shaft and a capital and base with mouldings but no" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscan",1,1,2 ], "decoration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscan",1,1,2 ], "of, denoting, or relating to one of the five classical orders of architecture:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscan",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Tuscany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscan",1,2,2 ], "Florence: the standard form of Italian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscan",1,2,2 ], "any of the dialects of Italian spoken in Tuscany, esp| the dialect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscany",1,1,1 ], "1861| Capital: Florence| Pop|: 3,470,915 (1971)| Area: 22,990 sq| km (8876 sq|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscany",1,1,1 ], "a region of central Italy, on the Ligurian and Tyrrhenian Seas: corresponds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscany",1,1,1 ], "in the 15th and 16th centuries under Florence; united with the rest of Italy in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscany",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Italian name: Toscana" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscany",1,1,1 ], "roughly to ancient Etruria; a region of numerous small states in medieval times; united" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscarora",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people formerly living in North Carolina," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscarora",1,1,1 ], "who later moved to New York State and joined the Iroquois" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuscarora",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Iroquoian family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tusculum",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city in Latium near Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tussaud",1,1,1 ], "1760-1850, Swiss modeller in wax, who founded a permanent exhibition in London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tussaud",1,1,1 ], "of historical and contemporary figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tutankhamen",1,1,1 ], "discovered in 1922, contained a wealth of material objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tutankhamen",1,1,1 ], "king (1361-1352 b|c|) of the 18th dynasty of Egypt| His tomb near Luxor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tutuila",1,1,1 ], "Pago Pago| Pop|: 25,557 (1970)| Area: 135 sq| km (52 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tutuila",1,1,1 ], "the largest island of American Samoa, in the SW Pacific| Chief town and port:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuva Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 230,864 (1970)| Area: 170,500 sq| km (65,800 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuva Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the S Soviet Union: mountainous| Capital: Kizyl|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuvalu",1,1,1 ], "Gilbert and Ellice Islands; achieved full independence in 1978| Area: 24 sq| km (9|5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tuvalu",1,1,1 ], "a group of nine coral islands in the SW Pacific: established as a British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tuvalu",1,1,1 ], "protectorate in 1892; from 1915 until 1975 they formed part of the British colony of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuvalu",1,1,1 ], "sq| miles)| Former names: Lagoon Islands, Ellice Islands" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Tuxtla Gutirez",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 89,326 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tuxtla Gutirez",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Mexico, capital of Chiapas state: agricultural trading centre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tu|",1,1,1 ], "Tuesday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tver",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1932) of Kalinin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twain",1,1,1 ], "Huckleberry Finn (1885)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Twain",1,1,1 ], "famous for his classics The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) and The Adventures of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Twain",1,1,1 ], "pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens| 1835-1910, U|S| novelist and humorist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tweed",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Scotland and NE England, flowing east and forming part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tweed",1,1,1 ], "at Berwick| Length: 156 km (97 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tweed",1,1,1 ], "border between Scotland and England, then crossing into England to enter the North Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tweeddale",1,1,1 ], "another name for Peebles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tweedledum and Tweedledee",1,1,1 ], "any two persons or things that differ only slightly from each other; two of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tweedledum and Tweedledee",1,1,1 ], "kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tweedsmuir",1,1,1 ], "title of (John)Buchan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfth Day",1,1,1,1 ], "Jan| 6, the twelfth day after Christmas and the feast of the Epiphany," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfth Day",1,1,1,1 ], "formerly observed as the final day of the Christmas celebrations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfth Day",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfth Night",1,1,1,1 ], "festal celebrations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfth Night",1,1,1,1 ], "the evening of Jan| 5, the eve of Twelfth Day, formerly observed with various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfth Night",1,1,1,2 ], "the evening of Twelfth Day itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfth Night",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfthtide",1,1,1,1 ], "the season of Epiphany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelfthtide",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twelve Tables",1,1,1 ], "451-450 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Twelve Tables",1,1,1 ], "the earliest code of Roman civil, criminal, and religious law, promulgated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twi",1,1,1 ], "Ashanti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Twi",1,1,1 ], "a language of S Ghana: one of the two chief dialects of Akan| Formerly called:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twi",1,1,2 ], "a member of the Negroid people who speak this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twickenham",1,1,1 ], "a former town in SE England, on the River Thames: part of the Greater London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twickenham",1,1,1 ], "borough of Richmond-upon-Thames since 1965; contains the English Rugby Football Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Twickenham",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Twilight of the Gods",1,1,1 ], "another term for Gotterdammerung or Ragnarok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Twins",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Gemini, the third sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Two Sicilies",1,1,1 ], "(1061-1860)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Two Sicilies",1,1,1 ], "a former kingdom of S Italy, consisting of the kingdoms of Sicily and Naples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Two-and-a-half International",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Vienna Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyan-Shan",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Russian name for the Tien Shan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyburn",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a place of execution in London, on the River Tyburn (a tributary of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyburn",1,1,1 ], "the Thames, now entirely below ground)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyche",1,1,1 ], "the goddess of fortune| Roman counterpart: Fortuna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tycho",1,1,1 ], "a crater in the SE quadrant of the moon, 4000 metres deep and about 88" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tycho",1,1,1 ], "kilometres in diameter, with a central peak| It is the centre of a conspicuous system of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tycho",1,1,1 ], "rays" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyler",1,1,1 ], "John| 1790-1862, U|S| statesman; tenth president of the U|S| (1841-45)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyler",1,1,2 ], "Wat (w$At)| died 1381, English leader of the Peasants' Revolt (1381)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndale",1,1,1 ], "(1525), the Pentateuch (1530), and the Book of Jonah (1531) into English| He was burnt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndale",1,1,1 ], "1492-1536, English Protestant and humanist, who translated the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndale",1,1,1 ], "at the stake as a heretic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndall effect",1,1,1 ], "It enables a beam of light to become visible by illuminating dust particles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndall effect",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon in which light is scattered by particles of matter in its path|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndall",1,1,1 ], "1820-93, Irish physicist, noted for his work on the radiation of heat by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndall",1,1,1 ], "gases, the transmission of sound through the atmosphere, and the scattering of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyndareus",1,1,1 ], "a Spartan king; the husband of Leda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyne and Wear",1,1,1 ], "Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North Tyneside, Gateshead, South Tyneside, and Sunderland| Administrative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyne and Wear",1,1,1 ], "a metropolitan county of NE England, comprising the districts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyne and Wear",1,1,1 ], "centre: Newcastle-upon-Tyne| Pop|: 1,182,900 (1976 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyne",1,1,1 ], "a river in N England, flowing east to the North Sea| Length: 48 km (30 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tynemouth",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE England, in Tyne and Wear at the mouth of the River Tyne:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tynemouth",1,1,1 ], "includes the port and industrial centre of North Shields; fishing, ship-repairing, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tynemouth",1,1,1 ], "marine engineering| Pop|: 68,861 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyneside",1,1,1 ], "the conurbation on the banks of the Tyne from Newcastle to the coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tynwald",1,1,1 ], "governor, House of Keys, and legislative council| Full name: Tynwald Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tynwald",1,1,1 ], "the Parliament of the Isle of Man, consisting of the crown, lieutenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Typhoeus",1,1,1 ], "Zeus before the god hurled him beneath Mount Etna" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Typhoeus",1,1,1 ], "fire, and a bellowing many-tongued voice| He created the whirlwinds and fought with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Typhoeus",1,1,1 ], "the son of Gaea and Tartarus who had a hundred dragon heads, which spurted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Typhon",1,1,1 ], "a monster and one of the whirlwinds: later confused with his father Typhoeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyr",1,1,1 ], "the god of war, son of Odin| Anglo-Saxon counterpart: Tiu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyre",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Lebanon, on the Mediterranean: founded about the 15th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyre",1,1,1 ], "b|c|; for centuries a major Phoenician seaport, famous for silks and its Tyrian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyre",1,1,1 ], "purple dye; now a small market town| Pop|: 25,000 (1973 est|)| Arabic name: Sur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrian purple",1,1,1 ], "a deep purple dye obtained from molluscs of the genus Murex and highly prized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrian purple",1,1,1 ], "in antiquity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrian purple",1,1,1,1 ], "a vivid purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrian purple",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrian",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of ancient Tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrian",1,1,2 ], "short for Tyrian purple ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to ancient Tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrol",1,1,1 ], "(4883 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrol",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous province of W Austria: passed to the Hapsburgs in 1363; S part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrol",1,1,1 ], "transferred to Italy in 1919| Capital: Innsbruck| Pop|: 540,771 (1971)| Area: 12,648 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrolienne",1,1,1 ], "a gay peasant dance from the Tyrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrolienne",1,1,2 ], "a song composed for or in the style of this dance, characterized by the yodel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrone",1,1,1 ], "(1260 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrone",1,1,1 ], "a county of W Northern Ireland, occupying almost a quarter of the total area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrone",1,1,1 ], "of Northern Ireland| County town: Omagh| Pop|: 138,975 (1971)| Area: 3266 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrr",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Tyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrrhenian Sea",1,1,1 ], "Sardinia, and Sicily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyrrhenian Sea",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the Mediterranean between Italy and the islands of Corsica," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tyumen",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 323,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Tyumen",1,1,1 ], "Russian towns in Siberia; industrial centre with nearby oil and natural gas reserves|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Tyumen",1,1,1 ], "a port in the central Soviet Union, on the Tura River: one of the oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tzekung",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in W central China, in Szechwan| Pop|: 229,300 (1953)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tzigane",1,1,1,1 ], "a Gypsy, esp| a Hungarian one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tzigane",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Tzu-po",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in Shantung province| Pop|: 850,000 (1970 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T| M|",1,1,1 ], "transcendental meditation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|",1,1,1 ], "tablespoon(ful)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|",1,1,2 ], "territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|",1,1,3 ], "time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|",1,1,4 ], "Tuesday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|B|",1,1,1 ], "tuberculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|B|",1,1,2 ], "torpedo-boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|G|W|U|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Transport and General Workers' Union",1). c_DEF([ "T|H|I|",1,1,1 ], "temperature-humidity index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "T|R|H|",1,1,1 ], "Their Royal Highnesses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U bolt",1,1,1 ], "a metal bar bent into the shape of a U and threaded at both ends to receive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U bolt",1,1,1 ], "securing nuts: used to secure leaf springs, ring bolts, shackles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,1 ], "united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,2 ], "unionist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,3 ], "university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,4 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,4,1 ], "universal (used to describe a category of film certified as suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,4,1 ], "viewing by anyone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,1,5 ], "uranium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of language habits) characteristic of or appropriate to the upper class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,2,2 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",1,2,3 ], "Uruguay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U",2,1,1 ], "a Burmese title of respect for men, equivalent to Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U-boat",1,1,1 ], "a German submarine, esp| in World Wars I and II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U-turn",1,1,1 ], "a turn made by a vehicle in the shape of a U, resulting in a reversal of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U-turn",1,1,1 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "U/S",1,1,1 ], "unserviceable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U/S",1,1,2 ], "useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UAM",1,1,1 ], "underwater-to-air missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UART",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UCCA",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UCCA",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Universities Central Council on Admissions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UDI",1,1,1 ], "Unilateral Declaration of Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UFO",1,1,1 ], "unidentified flying object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UHF",1,1,1 ], "ultrahigh frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UN",1,1,1 ], "United Nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UNCTAD",1,1,1 ], "United Nations Commission for Trade and Development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UNDRO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for United Nations Disaster Relief Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UNEF",1,1,1 ], "acronym for United Nations Emergency Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UNESCO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UNESCO",1,1,1 ], "an agency of the United Nations that sponsors programmes to promote education," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "UNESCO",1,1,1 ], "communication, the arts, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "UNICEF",1,1,1 ], "acronym for United Nations Children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UNIDO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for United Nations Industrial Development Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "UNRWA",1,1,1 ], "acronym for United Nations Relief and Works Agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "USA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for United States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "USM",1,1,1 ], "underwater-to-surface missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ubangi",1,1,1 ], "Congo| Length: (with the Uele) 2250 km (1400 miles)| French name: Oubangui" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ubangi",1,1,1 ], "Zaire and the Central African Empire and the Republic of the Congo, into the River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ubangi",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Africa, flowing west and south, forming the border between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ubangi-Shari",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1958) of the Central African Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ubermensch",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the writings of Nietzsche) the German word for superman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ucayali",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Peru, flowing north into the Maranon above Iquitos| Length: 1600" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ucayali",1,1,1 ], "km (1000 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Udaipur",1,1,1 ], "a former state of NW India: became part of Rajasthan in 1947" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Udaipur",1,1,2 ], "a city in NW India, in S Rajasthan| Pop|: 161,278 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Udall",1,1,1 ], "1505-56, English dramatist, whose comedy Ralph Roister Doister (??1553)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Udall",1,1,1 ], "modelled on Terence and Plautus, is the earliest known English comedy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Udine",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Italy, in Friuli-Venezia Giulia region: partially damaged in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Udine",1,1,1 ], "earthquake in 1976| Pop|: 103,868 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Udmurt Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the W central Soviet Union, in the basin of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Udmurt Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "middle Kama| Capital: Izhevsk| Pop|: 1,417,675 (1970)| Area: 42,100 sq| km (16,250 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Udmurt Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uele",1,1,1 ], "(700 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uele",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Africa, rising near the border between Zaire and Uganda and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uele",1,1,1 ], "flowing west to join the Bomu River and form the Ubangi River| Length: about 1100 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ufa",1,1,1 ], "(1957)| Pop|: 895,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ufa",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, capital of the Bashkir ASSR: university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uganda",1,1,1 ], "(1969)| Area: 235,886 sq| km (91,076 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Uganda",1,1,1 ], "Muslim and animist| Currency: Ugandan shilling| Capital: Kampala| Pop|: 9,548,847" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Uganda",1,1,1 ], "a republic in East Africa: British protectorate established in 1894-96; gained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uganda",1,1,1 ], "consists mostly of a savanna plateau with part of Lake Victoria in the southeast and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uganda",1,1,1 ], "independence in 1962 and became a republic in 1967; a member of the Commonwealth| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uganda",1,1,1 ], "language: English; Swahili, Luganda, and Luo are also widely spoken| Religion: chiefly" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Uganda",1,1,1 ], "mountains in the southwest, reaching 5109 m (16,763 ft|) in the Ruwenzori Range| Official" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ugaritic",1,1,1 ], "an extinct Semitic language of N Syria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ugaritic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ugrian",1,1,1 ], "include the Samoyeds, Voguls, Ostyaks, and Magyars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ugrian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a light-haired subdivision of the Turanian people, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ugrian",1,2,1 ], "a member of this group of peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ugrian",1,2,2 ], "another word for Ugric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ugric",1,1,1 ], "Hungarian and some languages of NW Siberia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ugric",1,1,1 ], "one of the two branches of the Finno-Ugric family of languages, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ugric",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this group of languages or their speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uhland",1,1,1 ], "1787-1862, German romantic poet, esp| of lyrics and ballads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uigur",1,1,1 ], "Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uigur",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of NW China and adjacent parts of the Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uigur",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uigur",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uinta Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Peak, 4123 m (13,528 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uinta Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in NE Utah: part of the Rocky Mountains| Highest peak: Kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ujiji",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Tanzania, on Lake Tanganyika: a former slave and ivory centre; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ujiji",1,1,1 ], "place where Stanley found Livingstone in 1871| Pop|: 21,369 (1967)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ujjain",1,1,1 ], "a city in W central India, in Madhya Pradesh: one of the seven sacred cities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ujjain",1,1,1 ], "of the Hindus; a major agricultural trade centre| Pop|: 203,278 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ujung Pandang",1,1,1 ], "the official name of Makasar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 47,126,517 (1970)| Area: 603,700 sq| km (231,990 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Sea of Azov: the third largest constituent republic of the Soviet Union and one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the SE Soviet Union, on the Black Sea and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "lowlands; economy based on rich agriculture and mineral resources (chief Soviet producer" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "of coal) and on the major heavy industries of the Donets Basin| Capital: Kiev|" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ukrainian Soviet Socialist 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of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ulan Bator",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Mongolian People's Republic, in the N central part:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulan-Ude",1,1,1 ], "Verkhne-Udinsk" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ulan-Ude",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SE Soviet Union, capital of the Buryat ASSR: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulan-Ude",1,1,1 ], "important rail junction| Pop|: 295,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1934):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ulbricht",1,1,1 ], "1893-1973, East German statesman largely responsible for the establishment and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulbricht",1,1,1 ], "development of East German communism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ullswater",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria in the Lake District| Length: 12 km (7|5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ullswater",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ulm",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S West Germany, in Baden-Wurttemberg on the Danube: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulm",1,1,1 ], "free imperial city (1155-1802)| Pop|: 93,200 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ulpian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Domitius Ulpianus| died 228 a|d|, Roman jurist, born in Phoenicia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster Defence Association",1,1,1 ], "(in Northern Ireland) a Protestant paramilitary organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster",1,1,1 ], "1461; confiscated land given to English and Scottish Protestant settlers in the 17th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster",1,1,1 ], "a former kingdom and province of N Ireland: passed to the English Crown in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster",1,1,1 ], "century, giving rise to serious long-term conflict; partitioned in 1921 to form the six" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster",1,1,1 ], "counties of Northern Ireland and the Ulster province of the Republic of Ireland" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster",1,1,2 ], "Monaghan, and Donegal| Pop|: 207,204 (1971)| Area: 8013 sq| km (3094 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster",1,1,2 ], "a province of the N Republic of Ireland, consisting of three counties: Cavan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulster",1,1,3 ], "an informal name for Northern Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulsterman",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Ulster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulyanovsk",1,1,1 ], "(V| I| Ulyanov)| Pop|: 424,000 (1975 est|)| Former name: Simbirsk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ulyanovsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, on the River Volga: birthplace of Lenin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ulysses",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name of Odysseus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umayyad",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Omayyad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umberto I",1,1,1 ], "1844-1900, king of Italy (1878-1900); son of Victor Emmanuel II: assassinated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umberto I",1,1,1 ], "at Monza" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Umbria",1,1,1 ], "772,601 (1971)| Area: 8456 sq| km (3265 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Umbria",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of central Italy, in the valley of the Tiber| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umbrian",1,1,1 ], "ancient language once spoken there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Umbrian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Umbria, its inhabitants, their dialect of Italian, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umbrian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a Renaissance school of painting that included Raphael" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umbrian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Umbria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umbrian",1,2,2 ], "Indo-European family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Umbrian",1,2,2 ], "an extinct language of ancient S Italy, belonging to the Italic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umbriel",1,1,1 ], "the planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Umbriel",1,1,1 ], "the second smallest of the five satellites of Uranus and the third nearest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umtali",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Rhodesia, near the Mozambique border: rail and trade centre in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Umtali",1,1,1 ], "mining and tobacco-growing region| Pop|: 51,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unalaska Island",1,1,1 ], "(75 miles)| Greatest width: about 40 km (25 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unalaska Island",1,1,1 ], "a large volcanic island in SW Alaska, in the Aleutian Islands| Length: 120 km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unamuno",1,1,1 ], "1864-1936, Spanish philosopher and writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uncle Sam",1,1,1 ], "a personification of the government of the United States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uncle Tom",1,1,1 ], "Informal, derogatory| a Negro whose behaviour towards white people is regarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uncle Tom",1,1,1 ], "as obsequious and servile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unfederated Malay States",1,1,1 ], "Federation of Malaya) in 1946| Brunei joined the Federation of Malaysia in 1963" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Unfederated Malay States",1,1,1 ], "a former group of native states in the Malay Peninsula that became British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unfederated Malay States",1,1,1 ], "protectorates between 1885 and 1909| All except Brunei joined the Malayan Union (later" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ungava",1,1,1 ], "a sparsely inhabited region of NE Canada, in N Quebec east of Hudson Bay: rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ungava",1,1,1 ], "mineral resources| Area: 911,110 sq| km (351,780 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uniat",1,1,1 ], "designating any of the Eastern Churches that retain their own liturgy but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uniat",1,1,1 ], "submit to papal authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uniat",1,2,1 ], "a member of one of these Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unilateral Declaration of Independence",1,1,1 ], "a declaration of independence made by a dependent state without the assent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unilateral Declaration of Independence",1,1,1 ], "the protecting state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unimak Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in SW Alaska, in the Aleutian Islands| Length: 113 km (70 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union Jack",1,1,1 ], "(Ireland)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Union Jack",1,1,1 ], "George's Cross (England), Saint Andrew's Cross (Scotland), and Saint Patrick's Cross" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Union Jack",1,1,1 ], "the national flag of Great Britain, being a composite design composed of St|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union Jack",1,1,2 ], "a national flag flown at the jackstaff of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union of South Africa",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1910-61) of the (Republic of)South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union of Soviet Socialist Republics",1,1,1 ], "the official name of the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union",1,1,1,1 ], "the U|S|, esp| during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union",1,1,1,1 ], "the union of the English and Scottish crowns (1603-1707)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union",1,1,1,2 ], "the union of England and Scotland from 1707" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union",1,1,1,3 ], "the political union of Great Britain and Ireland (1801-1920)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union",1,1,1,4 ], "the union of Great Britain and Northern Ireland from 1920" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Union",1,1,2 ], "short for the Union of South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unionism",1,1,1 ], "the principles or adherence to the principles of Unionists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unionist Party",1,1,1 ], "(in Northern Ireland) formerly the major Protestant political party, closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unionist Party",1,1,1 ], "1972" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Unionist Party",1,1,1 ], "identified with Union with Britain|It formed the Northern Ireland Government from 1920 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unionist",1,1,1 ], "a member or supporter of the Unionist Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unionist",1,1,2 ], "a supporter of the U|S| federal Union, esp| during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unionist",1,1,3 ], "(before 1920) a supporter of the union of all Ireland and Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unionist",1,2,1 ], "of, resembling, or relating to Unionists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarian",1,1,1 ], "Trinity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes that God is one being and rejects the doctrine of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarian",1,1,2 ], "an upholder of Unitarianism, esp| a member of the Church (Unitarian Church)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarian",1,1,2 ], "that embodies this system of belief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Unitarians or Unitarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarianism",1,1,1 ], "a system of Christian belief that maintains the unipersonality of God, rejects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarianism",1,1,1 ], "as the criteria of belief and practice" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Unitarianism",1,1,1 ], "the Trinity and the divinity of Christ, and takes reason, conscience, and character" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab Emirates",1,1,1 ], "83,600 sq| km (32,300 sq| miles)| Former name: Trucial States" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab Emirates",1,1,1 ], "British protectorate; became fully independent in 1971; consists mostly of flat desert," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab Emirates",1,1,1 ], "Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al Qaiwain, Ras el Khaimah, and Fujairah; a former" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab Emirates",1,1,1 ], "Muslim| Currency: dirham| Capital: Abu Dhabi| Pop|: 220,000 (1975 UN est|)| Area:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab Emirates",1,1,1 ], "a group of seven emirates in SW Asia, on the Persian Gulf: consists of Abu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab Emirates",1,1,1 ], "with mountains in the east; rich petroleum resources| Language: Arabic| Religion:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab Republic",1,1,1 ], "the official name (1958-71) of Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Arab States",1,1,1 ], "a federation (1958-61) between the United Arab Republic and Yemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Church of Christ",1,1,1 ], "Reformed Church and the Congregational Christian Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Church of Christ",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| Protestant denomination formed in 1957 from the Evangelical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Empire Loyalist",1,1,1 ], "American Independence because of loyalty to the British Crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Empire Loyalist",1,1,1 ], "any of the American colonists who settled in Canada during or after the War of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "Northern Ireland in 1922, after the rest of Ireland became autonomous as the Irish Free" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "United Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 55,521,534 (1971)| Area: 244,014 sq| km (94,214 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "United Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "State| Primarily it is a trading nation, the chief exports being manufactured goods;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "United Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "a kingdom of NW Europe, consisting chiefly of the island of Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "joined the Common Market in January 1973| Languages: English, with Gaelic and Welsh" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "United Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "minority languages| Religion: Christian| Currency: pound sterling| Capital: London|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "United Kingdom",1,1,1 ], "together with Northern Ireland| It became the United Kingdom of Great Britain and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Nations",1,1,1 ], "(in World War II) a coalition of 26 nations that signed a joint declaration in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Nations",1,1,1 ], "Jan| 1942, pledging their full resources to defeating the Axis powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Nations",1,1,2 ], "New York City, that was formed in 1945 to promote peace and international" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Nations",1,1,2 ], "an international organization of independent states, with its headquarters in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Nations",1,1,2 ], "cooperation and security" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "United Party",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) the major opposition party, founded by General Smuts in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Party",1,1,1 ], "1934: the official Opposition in Parliament since 1948" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Provinces",1,1,1 ], "Spain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "United Provinces",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch republic (1581-1795) formed by the union of the seven northern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Provinces",1,1,1 ], "provinces of the Netherlands, which were in revolt against their suzerain, Philip II of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United Provinces",1,1,2 ], "short for United Provinces of Agra and Oudh: the former name of Uttar Pradesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Reformed Church",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a Protestant denomination formed from the union of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United Reformed Church",1,1,1 ], "Presbyterian and Congregational churches in 1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "(3,615,210 sq| miles)| Often shortened to: United States" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "a federal republic in North America consisting of 50 states: colonized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "dollar| Capital: Washington, D|C| Pop|: 216,450,000 (1977 est|)| Area: 9,363,405 sq| km" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "gradually displaced; 13 colonies under English rule made the Declaration of Independence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "in 1776 and became the United States after the War of American Independence| The" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "in the east, deserts in the southwest, and coastal lowlands and swamps in the" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "northern states defeated the South in the Civil War (1861-65)| It consists generally of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "principally by the English and French in the 17th century, the native Indians being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "southeast| Language: predominantly English| Religion: Christian majority| Currency:" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "United States of America",1,1,1 ], "the Rocky Mountains in the west, the Great Plains in the centre, the Appalachians" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Unit|",1,1,1 ], "Unitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Universal Soul",1,1,1 ], "Brahman in its aspect as the sacred syllable Om, the eternal and spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Universal Soul",1,1,1 ], "principle that permeates the universe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Universalism",1,1,1 ], "a system of religious beliefs maintaining that all men are predestined for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Universalism",1,1,1 ], "salvation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Univ|",1,1,1 ], "Universalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Univ|",1,1,2 ], "University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unknowable",1,1,1 ], "Philosophy| the ultimate reality that underlies all phenomena but cannot be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unknowable",1,1,1 ], "known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unknown Soldier",1,1,1 ], "(in various countries) an unidentified soldier who has died in battle and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unknown Soldier",1,1,1 ], "armed forces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Unknown Soldier",1,1,1 ], "whom a tomb is established as a memorial to other unidentified dead of the nation's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unter den Linden",1,1,1 ], "Brandenburg Gate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Unter den Linden",1,1,1 ], "the main street of East Berlin, extending from the centre of the city to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unterwalden",1,1,1 ], "274 sq| km (107 sq| miles);(Obwalden) 492 sq| km (192 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Unterwalden",1,1,1 ], "Sarnen| Pop|: (Nidwalden) 25,634 (1970);(Obwalden) 24,509 (1970)| Areas: (Nidwalden)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Unterwalden",1,1,1 ], "a canton of central Switzerland, on Lake Lucerne: consists of the demicantons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Unterwalden",1,1,1 ], "of Nidwalden (east) and Obwalden (west)| Capitals: (Nidwalden) Stans;(Obwalden)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upanishad",1,1,1 ], "200 b|c| and embodying the mystical and esoteric doctrines of ancient Hindu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upanishad",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of the Sanskrit sacred books probably composed between 400 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upanishad",1,1,1 ], "philosophy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Upolu",1,1,1 ], "1114 sq| km (430 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upolu",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SW central Pacific, in Western Samoa| Chief town: Apia| Area:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Austria",1,1,1 ], "Linz| Pop|: 1,223,444 (1971)| Area: 11,978 sq| km (4625 sq| miles)| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Austria",1,1,1 ], "Oberosterreich" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Austria",1,1,1 ], "a province of N Austria: first divided from Lower Austria in 1251| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Burma",1,1,1 ], "the inland regions of Burma, in the north of the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Canada",1,1,1 ], "(from 1791-1841) the official name of the region of Canada lying southwest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Canada",1,1,1 ], "the Ottawa River and north of the lower Great Lakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Canada",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in E Canada) another name for Ontario" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Egypt",1,1,1 ], "Cairo to the Sudan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Egypt",1,1,1 ], "one of the two main administrative districts of Egypt: extends south from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "b|c| and ending, in Europe, about 12,000 b|c|: characterized by the emergence of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "modern man, Homo sapiens" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Palaeolithic",1,1,1 ], "the latest of the three periods of the Palaeolithic, beginning about 40,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Palaeolithic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in the northern U|S| between Lakes Superior and Michigan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "constituting the N part of the state of Michigan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Silesia",1,1,1 ], "a region of SW Poland, formerly ruled by Germany: coal-mining and other heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Silesia",1,1,1 ], "industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Volta",1,1,1 ], "1960; consists mainly of a flat savanna plateau| Languages: French, Mossi, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Volta",1,1,1 ], "African languages| Religion: mostly animist, with a Muslim minority| Currency: franc|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Volta",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Ouagadougou| Pop|: 6,144,013 (1975)| Area: 273,200 sq| km (105,900 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Volta",1,1,1 ], "an inland republic in W Africa: dominated by Mossi kingdoms (10th-19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Upper Volta",1,1,1 ], "centuries); French protectorate established in 1896; became an independent republic in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uppsala",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uppsala",1,1,1 ], "a city in E central Sweden: the royal headquarters in the 13th century; Gothic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uppsala",1,1,1 ], "cathedral (the largest in Sweden) and Sweden's oldest university (1477)| Pop|: 137,543" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Upsala",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Uppsala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ur",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city of Sumer located on a former channel of the Euphrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ural Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain system of the Soviet Union, extending over 2000 km (1250 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ural Mountains",1,1,1 ], "associated major industrial centres| Highest peak: Mount Narodnaya, 1894 m (6214 ft|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ural Mountains",1,1,1 ], "between Europe and Asia; one of the richest mineral areas in the world, with many" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ural Mountains",1,1,1 ], "from the Arctic Ocean towards the Aral Sea: forms part of the geographical boundary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ural",1,1,1 ], "a river in the central Soviet Union, rising in the S Ural Mountains and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ural",1,1,1 ], "flowing south to the Caspian Sea| Length: 2534 km (1575 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ural-Altaic",1,1,1 ], "Finnish, Mongolian, Manchu, and certain others" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ural-Altaic",1,1,1 ], "Finno-Ugric families together with Samoyed, including most of the indigenous languages of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ural-Altaic",1,1,1 ], "a postulated group of related languages that consists of the Altaic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ural-Altaic",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet Union except Russian and Georgian, together with Turkish, Hungarian," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ural-Altaic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this group of languages, characterized by agglutination and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ural-Altaic",1,2,1 ], "vowel harmony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uralic",1,1,1 ], "Samoyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uralic",1,1,1 ], "a superfamily of languages consisting of the Finno-Ugric family together with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uralic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to these languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urania",1,1,1 ], "the Muse of astronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urania",1,1,2 ], "another name of Aphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranian",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical inhabitant of the planet Uranus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranian",1,2,1 ], "of, occurring on, or relating to the planet Uranus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranian",1,2,2 ], "of the heavens; celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranian",1,2,3 ], "relating to astronomy; astronomical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranian",1,2,4 ], "(as an epithet of Aphrodite) heavenly; spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranian",1,2,5 ], "of or relating to the Muse Urania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",1,1,1 ], "his son Cronus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",1,1,1 ], "the Titans and Cyclopes on his wife and mother Gaea (earth)| He was overthrown by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",1,1,1 ], "the personification of the sky, who, as a god, ruled the universe and fathered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",2,1,1 ], "3|7 and 14|5 times that of earth respectively" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",2,1,1 ], "one of the giant planets, the seventh planet from the sun, sometimes visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",2,1,1 ], "revolution around sun: 84 years; period of axial rotation: 10|8 hours; diameter and mass:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",2,1,1 ], "the plane of the orbit| Mean distance from sun: 2870 million km; period of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uranus",2,1,1 ], "to the naked eye| It has five satellites and an axis of rotation almost lying in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urban II",1,1,1 ], "inaugurated the First Crusade at the Council of Clermont (1095)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urban II",1,1,1 ], "original name Odo or Udo| 1042-99, French ecclesiastic; pope (1088-99)| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urdu",1,1,1 ], "an official language of Pakistan, also spoken in Afghanistan, usually written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urdu",1,1,1 ], "in Arabic script| It belongs to the Indic branch of the Indo-European family of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urdu",1,1,1 ], "languages, being closely related to Hindi but containing many Arabic and Persian loan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Urdu",1,1,1 ], "words" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Urey",1,1,1 ], "born 1893, U|S| chemist, who discovered the heavy isotope of hydrogen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urey",1,1,1 ], "chemistry 1934" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Urey",1,1,1 ], "deuterium (1932), and worked on methods of separating uranium isotopes: Nobel prize for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urfa",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Turkey: market town| Pop|: 132,934 (1975)| Ancient name: Edessa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urga",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1924) of Ulan Bator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uri",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 1075 sq| km (415 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uri",1,1,1 ], "country: mainly German-speaking and Roman Catholic| Capital: Altdorf| Pop|: 34,091" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uri",1,1,1 ], "one of the original three cantons of Switzerland, in the centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uriah",1,1,1 ], "a Hittite officer, who was killed in battle on instructions from David so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uriah",1,1,1 ], "he could marry Uriah's wife Bathsheba (II Samuel 11)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uriel",1,1,1 ], "one of the four chief angels in Jewish apocryphal writings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urim and Thummim",1,1,1 ], "high priest (Exodus 28:30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urim and Thummim",1,1,1 ], "two objects probably used as oracles and carried in the breastplate of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urmia",1,1,1 ], "a shallow lake in NW Iran, at an altitude of 1300 m (4250 ft|): the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urmia",1,1,1 ], "autumn and spring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Urmia",1,1,1 ], "lake in Iran, varying in area from 4000-6000 sq| km (1500-2300 sq| miles) between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urmston",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 44,523 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urquhart",1,1,1 ], "Sir Thomas| 1611-60, Scottish author and translator of Rabelais' Gargantua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urquhart",1,1,1 ], "and Pantagruel (1653; 1693)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ursprache",1,1,1 ], "Indo-European is an Ursprache reconstructed by comparison of the Germanic group, Latin," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ursprache",1,1,1 ], "Sanskrit, etc" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Ursprache",1,1,1 ], "any hypothetical extinct and unrecorded language reconstructed from groups of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ursprache",1,1,1 ], "comparison of English, Dutch, German, the Scandinavian languages, and Gothic;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ursprache",1,1,1 ], "related recorded languages| For example, Germanic is an Ursprache reconstructed by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ursula",1,1,1 ], "a legendary British princess of the fourth or fifth century a|d|, said to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ursula",1,1,1 ], "been martyred together with 11,000 virgins by the Huns at Cologne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ursuline",1,1,1 ], "Church: founded in 1537 at Brescia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ursuline",1,1,1 ], "a member of one of an order of nuns devoted to teaching in the Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urtext",1,1,1 ], "for variants in later texts still in existence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urtext",1,1,1 ], "the earliest form of a text reconstructed by linguistic scholars as a basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uruapan",1,1,1 ], "114,979 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uruapan",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Mexico, in Michoacan state: agricultural trading centre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uruguay",1,1,1 ], "(1975)| Area: 182,427 sq| km (70,435 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Uruguay",1,1,1 ], "1624, followed by Portuguese settlement in 1680; revolted against Spanish rule in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uruguay",1,1,1 ], "1820 but was annexed by the Portuguese to Brazil; gained independence in 1825| It" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uruguay",1,1,1 ], "Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: peso| Capital: Montevideo| Pop|: 2,763,964" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Uruguay",1,1,1 ], "a republic in South America, on the Atlantic: Spanish colonization began in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uruguay",1,1,1 ], "consists mainly of rolling grassy plains, low hills, and plateaus| Official language:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Urumchi",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW China, capital of Sinkiang-Uighur AR: trading centre on a N route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Urumchi",1,1,1 ], "between China and the Soviet Union| Pop|: 500,000 (1970 est|)| Former name: Tihwa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Urundi",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1962) of Burundi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uru|",1,1,1 ], "Uruguay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ushant",1,1,1 ], "an island off the NW coast of France, at the tip of Brittany: scene of naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ushant",1,1,1 ], "battles in 1778 and 1794 between France and England| Area: about 16 sq| km (6 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ushant",1,1,1 ], "miles)| French name: Ouessant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ushas",1,1,1 ], "the Hindu goddess of the dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Usher",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (James)Ussher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Usk",1,1,1 ], "Length: 113 km (70 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Usk",1,1,1 ], "a river in SE Wales, flowing southeast and south to the Bristol Channel|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Usk",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name (1392-1913) for Skopje" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uskdar",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Turkey, across the Bosporus from Istanbul: formerly a terminus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uskdar",1,1,1 ], "caravan routes from Syria and Asia; base of the British army in the Crimean War| Former" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uskdar",1,1,1 ], "name: Scutari" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Usnach",1,1,1 ], "(in Irish legend) the father of Naoise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uspallata Pass",1,1,1 ], "Santiago (Chile)| Height: 3840 m (12,600 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uspallata Pass",1,1,1 ], "a pass over the Andes in S South America, between Mendoza (Argentina) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ussher",1,1,1 ], "1581-1656, Irish prelate and scholar| His system of biblical chronology, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ussher",1,1,1 ], "dated the creation at 4004 b|c|, was for long accepted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ussuri",1,1,1 ], "a river in the SE Soviet Union, flowing north, forming part of the Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ussuri",1,1,1 ], "border, to the Amur River| Length: about 800 km (500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ust-Kamenogorsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the S Soviet Union, in the E Kazakh SSR: centre of a zinc-, lead-," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ust-Kamenogorsk",1,1,1 ], "and copper-mining area Pop|: 257,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ustashi",1,1,1 ], "a terrorist organization of right-wing Yugoslav exiles dedicated to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ustashi",1,1,1 ], "overthrow of Communism in thier homeland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ustbem",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Czechoslovakia, on the Elbe River: textile and chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ustbem",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 74,425 (1968)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ustinov",1,1,1 ], "born 1921, British stage and film actor, director, dramatist, and raconteur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ustyurt",1,1,1 ], "an arid plateau of the S Soviet Union, between the Caspian and Aral seas in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ustyurt",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ustyurt",1,1,1 ], "the SW Kazakh SSR and the Kara-Kalpak ASSR| Area: about 238,000 sq| km (92,000 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Usumbura",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Bujumbura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utah",1,1,1 ], "Basin and the Rockies, with the Great Salt Lake in the northwest| Capital: Salt Lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Utah",1,1,1 ], "City| Pop|: 1,059,273 (1970)| Area: 212,628 sq| km (82,096 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Utah",1,1,1 ], "a state of the western U|S|: settled by Mormons in 1847; situated in the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utamaro",1,1,1 ], "1753-1806, Japanese master of painted woodcuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ute",1,1,1 ], "a member of a North American Indian people of Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ute",1,1,1 ], "related to the Aztecs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ute",1,1,2 ], "Uto-Aztecan family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ute",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Shoshonean subfamily of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utgard",1,1,1 ], "one of the divisions of Jotunheim, land of the giants, ruled by Utgard-Loki" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utgard-Loki",1,1,1 ], "the giant king of Utgard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uther",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) a king of Britain and father of Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utica",1,1,1 ], "an ancient city on the N coast of Africa, northwest of Carthage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uto-Aztecan",1,1,1 ], "Shoshone, Pima, and Ute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uto-Aztecan",1,1,1 ], "a family of North and Central American Indian languages including Nahuatl," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uto-Aztecan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this family of languages or the peoples speaking them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utopia",1,1,1 ], "any real or imaginary society, place, state, etc|, considered to be perfect or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utopia",1,1,1 ], "ideal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Utrecht",1,1,1 ], "a province of the W central Netherlands| Capital: Utrecht| Pop|: 838,400 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utrecht",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 1362 sq| km (526 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Utrecht",1,1,2 ], "Netherlands) and of the Treaty of Utrecht (1713), ending the War of the Spanish Succession|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Utrecht",1,1,2 ], "Pop|: 259,826 (1974 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Utrecht",1,1,2 ], "a city in the central Netherlands, capital of Utrecht province: scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Utrecht",1,1,2 ], "signing (1579) of the Union of Utrecht (the foundation of the later kingdom of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Utrillo",1,1,1 ], "1883-1955, French painter, noted for his Parisian street scenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uttar Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "7500 m (25,000 ft|) in the Himalayas in the northwest; agricultural| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Uttar Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "Benares, and Tehri-Garhwal in 1949; lies mostly on the Upper Ganges plain but rises over" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Uttar Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "Lucknow| Pop|: 88,341,144 (1971)| Area: 294,364 sq| km (113,654 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Uttar Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "a state of N India: the most populous state; originated in 1877 with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uttar Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "merging of Agra and Oudh as the United Provinces; augmented by the states of Rampur," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uvedale",1,1,1 ], "a variant of (Nicholas)Udall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uxbridge",1,1,1 ], "1965; chiefly residential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uxbridge",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, part of the Greater London borough of Hillingdon since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uxmal",1,1,1 ], "an ancient ruined city in SE Mexico, in Yucatan: capital of the later Maya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uxmal",1,1,1 ], "empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Tashkent| Pop|: 11,799,429 (1970)| Area: 449,600 sq| km (173,546 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the SE central Soviet Union, on the Aral Sea|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uzbek",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Mongoloid people of Uzbekistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Uzbek",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Uzbek",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|",1,1,1 ], "union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|",1,1,2 ], "unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|",1,1,3 ], "united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|",1,1,4 ], "university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|",1,1,5 ], "upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|A|R|",1,1,1 ], "United Arab Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|C|",1,1,1 ], "University College" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|C|L|A|",1,1,1 ], "University of California at Los Angeles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|D|A|",1,1,1 ], "Ulster Defence Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|D|R|",1,1,1 ], "Ulster Defence Regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|K|",1,1,1 ], "United Kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|N|O|",1,1,1 ], "United Nations Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|P|",1,1,1 ], "United Press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|P|",1,1,2 ], "Uttar Pradesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|P|I|",1,1,1 ], "United Press International" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|P|U|",1,1,1 ], "Universal Postal Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|R|C| ",1,1,1 ], "United Reformed Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|",1,1,1 ], "United States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|A|",1,1,1 ], "United States Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|A|",1,1,2 ], "United States of America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|A|F|",1,1,1 ], "United States Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|I|A|",1,1,1 ], "United States Information Agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|I|S|",1,1,1 ], "United States Information Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|N|",1,1,1 ], "United States Navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|S|",1,1,1 ], "United States Senate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|S|",1,1,2 ], "United States Ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|S|R|",1,1,1 ], "Union of Soviet Socialist Republics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|S|W|",1,1,1 ], "ultrashort wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|T|",1,1,1 ], "universal time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|U|",1,1,1 ], "Ulster Unionist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "U|V|",1,1,1 ], "ultraviolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V neck",1,1,1 ], "a neck on a garment that comes down to a point on the throat or chest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V neck",1,1,1 ], "resembling the shape of the letter `V'" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,1 ], "velocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,2 ], "(in transformational grammar) verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,3 ], "volume (capacity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,4 ], "volt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,5 ], "vanadium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,6 ], "luminous efficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,7 ], "victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,8 ], "the Roman numeral for five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V",1,1,9 ], "international car registration for Vatican City" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-1",1,1,1 ], "London| It was propelled by a pulsejet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V-1",1,1,1 ], "a robot bomb invented by the Germans in World War II: used esp| to bombard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-2",1,1,1 ], "a rocket-powered ballistic missile invented by the Germans in World War II:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-2",1,1,1 ], "used esp| to bombard London| It used ethanol as fuel and oxygen as the oxidizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V-Day",1,1,1 ], "II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V-Day",1,1,1 ], "a day nominated to celebrate victory, as in V-E Day or V-J Day in World War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-E Day",1,1,1 ], "the day marking the Allied victory in Europe in World War II (May 8, 1945)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-J Day",1,1,1 ], "the day marking the Allied victory over Japan in World War II (15 Aug| 1945)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-sign",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) an offensive gesture made by sticking up the index and middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-sign",1,1,1 ], "fingers with the palm of the hand inwards as an indication of contempt, defiance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V-sign",1,1,2 ], "a similar gesture with the palm outwards meaning victory or, in the U|S|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-sign",1,1,2 ], "peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V-type engine",1,1,1 ], "a type of internal-combustion engine having two cylinder blocks attached to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V-type engine",1,1,1 ], "single crankcase, the angle between the two blocks forming a V" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V6",1,1,1 ], "a car or internal-combustion engine having six cylinders arranged in the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V6",1,1,1 ], "of a V" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V8",1,1,1 ], "a car or internal-combustion engine having eight cylinders arranged in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V8",1,1,1 ], "form of a V" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "VAR",1,1,1 ], "visual aural range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VAT",1,1,1 ], "selling price per unit and its materials cost per unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "VAT",1,1,1 ], "value-added tax a tax levied on the difference between a commodity's pretax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VD",1,1,1 ], "venereal disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VDU",1,1,1 ], "visual display unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VHF",1,1,1 ], "very high frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VIR",1,1,1 ], "Victoria Imperatrix Regina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VISTA",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VISTA",1,1,2 ], "acronym for Volunteers in Service to America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VLF",1,1,1 ], "very low frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VN",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Vietnam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VRI",1,1,1 ], "Victoria Regina et Imperatrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VTOL",1,1,1 ], "land vertically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "VTOL",1,1,1 ], "vertical takeoff and landing; a system in which an aircraft can take off and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "VTOL",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft that uses this system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaal",1,1,1 ], "a river in South Africa, rising in the Drakensberg and flowing west as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaal",1,1,1 ], "border between Transvaal and the Orange Free State, then crossing into Cape Province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaal",1,1,1 ], "to the Orange River| Length: 1160 km (720 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vaasa",1,1,1 ], "Finland (1918); textile industries| Pop|: 48,390 (1970)| Former name: Nikolainkaupunki" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaasa",1,1,1 ], "a port in W Finland, on the Gulf of Bothnia: the provisional capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vadodara",1,1,1 ], "Former name (until 1976): Baroda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vadodara",1,1,1 ], "a city in W India, in SE Gujurat: textile manufacturing| Pop|: 467,422 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaduz",1,1,1 ], "(1968 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vaduz",1,1,1 ], "dominated by a medieval castle, residence of the prince of Liechtenstein| Pop|: 4070" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaduz",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Liechtenstein, in the Rhine valley: an old market town," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaishnava",1,1,1 ], "a member of a sect devoted to the cult of Vishnu, strongly anti-Brahminic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaishnava",1,1,1 ], "antipriestly in outlook and stressing devotion through image worship and simple ritual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaisya",1,1,1 ], "the third of the four main Hindu castes, the traders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Val-d'Oise",1,1,1 ], "847,485 (1975)| Area: 1249 sq| km (487 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Val-d'Oise",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Ile-de-France region| Capital: Pontoise| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Val-de-Marne",1,1,1 ], "1,222,645 (1975)| Area: 244 sq| km (95 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Val-de-Marne",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Ile-de-France region| Capital: Creteil| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valais",1,1,1 ], "a canton of S Switzerland: includes the entire valley of the upper Rhone and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valais",1,1,1 ], "hydroelectricity| Capital: Sion| Pop|: 206,563 (1970)| Area: 5231 sq| km (2020 sq| miles)| German" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Valais",1,1,1 ], "name: Wallis" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Valais",1,1,1 ], "the highest peaks in Switzerland; produces a quarter of Switzerland's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valdai Hills",1,1,1 ], "Leningrad| Greatest height: 346 m (1135 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valdai Hills",1,1,1 ], "a region of hills and plateaus in the NW Soviet Union, between Moscow and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valdemar I",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Waldemar I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valdivia",1,1,1 ], "80,035 (1966 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Valdivia",1,1,1 ], "Pacific: developed chiefly by German settlers in the 1850s; university (1954)| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valdivia",1,1,1 ], "a port in S Chile, on the Valdivia River about 19 km (12 miles) from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valdivia",2,1,1 ], "1500-54, Spanish soldier conqueror of Chile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valence",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE France, on the River Rhone| Pop|: 70,307 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valencia",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Spain, capital of Valencia province, on the Mediterranean: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valencia",1,1,1 ], "third largest city in Spain; capital of the Moorish kingdom of Valencia (1021-1238);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valencia",1,1,1 ], "university (1501)| Pop|: 653,690 (1970)| Latin name: Valentia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Valencia",1,1,2 ], "a region and former kingdom of E Spain, on the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valencia",1,1,3 ], "Pop|: 367,171 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valencia",1,1,3 ], "a city in N Venezuela: one of the two main industrial centres in Venezuela|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valenciennes",1,1,1 ], "a flat bobbin lace typically having scroll and floral designs and originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valenciennes",1,1,1 ], "made of linen, now often cotton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valenciennes",2,1,1 ], "a town in N France, on the River Escaut: a coal-mining and heavy industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valenciennes",2,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 43,202 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valens",1,1,1 ], "328-378 a|d|, emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire (364-378); appointed by his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valens",1,1,1 ], "elder brother Valentinian I, emperor of the Western Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valentine",1,1,1 ], "3rd-century a|d| Christian martyr, associated by historical accident with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valentine",1,1,1 ], "custom of sending valentines; bishop of Terni| Feast day: Feb| 14" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valentinian I",1,1,1 ], "321-375 a|d|, emperor of the Western Roman Empire (364-375); appointed his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valentinian I",1,1,1 ], "brother Valens to rule the Eastern Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valentinian II",1,1,1 ], "371-392 a|d|, emperor of the Western Roman Empire (375-392), reigning jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valentinian II",1,1,1 ], "with his half brother Gratian until 383" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valentinian III",1,1,1 ], "419-455 a|d|, emperor of the Western Roman Empire (425-455)| His government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valentinian III",1,1,1 ], "bishop of Rome supremacy over the provincial churches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Valentinian III",1,1,1 ], "lost Africa to the Vandals| With Pope Leo I he issued (444) an edict giving the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valentino",1,1,1 ], "Sheik (1921)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Valentino",1,1,1 ], "original name Rodolpho Guglielmi di Valentina d'Antonguolla| 1895-1926, U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valentino",1,1,1 ], "silent-film actor, born in Italy| He is famous for his romantic roles in such films as The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valerian",1,1,1 ], "(253-260): renewed persecution of the Christians; defeated by the Persians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valerian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Publius Licinius Valerianus| died 260 a|d|, Roman emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valetta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Valletta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valkyrie",1,1,1 ], "any of the beautiful maidens who serve Odin and ride over battlefields to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valkyrie",1,1,1 ], "claim the dead heroes chosen by him or by Tyr and take them to Valhalla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valladolid",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Spain: residence of the Spanish court in the 16th century;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valladolid",1,1,1 ], "university (1346)| Pop|: 236,341 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valladolid",1,1,2 ], "the former name (until 1828) of Morelia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valle d'Aosta",1,1,1 ], "1944| Capital: Aosta| Pop|: 109,252 (1971)| Area: 3263 sq| km (1260 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Valle d'Aosta",1,1,1 ], "an autonomous region of NW Italy: under many different rulers until passing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valle d'Aosta",1,1,1 ], "the house of Savoy in the 11th century; established as an autonomous region in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valletta",1,1,1 ], "after the victory over the Turks in 1565; became a major naval base after Malta's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valletta",1,1,1 ], "annexation by Britain (1814)| Pop|: 14,049 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Valletta",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Malta, on the NE coast: founded by the Knights Hospitallers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valley Forge",1,1,1 ], "an area in SE Pennsylvania, northwest of Philadelphia: winter camp (1777-78)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valley Forge",1,1,1 ], "of Washington and the American Revolutionary Army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic region of SW Alaska, formed by the massive eruption of Mount Katmai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes",1,1,1 ], "in 1912; jets of steam issue from vents up to 45 m (150 ft|) across" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vallombrosa",1,1,1 ], "Benedictine monastery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vallombrosa",1,1,1 ], "a village and resort in central Italy, in Tuscany region: 11th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valois",1,1,1 ], "a historic region and former duchy of N France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valois",2,1,1 ], "a royal house of France, ruling from 1328 to 1589" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valona",1,1,1 ], "another name for Vlore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valparaiso",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Chile, on a wide bay of the Pacific: the second largest city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Valparaiso",1,1,1 ], "and chief port of Chile; two universities| Pop|: 248,972 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Van Allen belt",1,1,1 ], "19,000 kilometres| The charged particles result from cosmic rays and are trapped by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Van Allen belt",1,1,1 ], "either of two regions of charged particles above the earth, the inner one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van Allen belt",1,1,1 ], "extending from 2400 to 5600 kilometres above the earth and the outer one from 13,000 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Van Allen belt",1,1,1 ], "the earth's magnetic field" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Van Buren",1,1,1 ], "1782-1862, U|S| Democratic statesman; 8th president of the U|S| (1837-41)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van Diemen Gulf",1,1,1 ], "an inlet of the Timor Sea in N Australia, in the Northern Territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van Diemen's Land",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1642-1855) of Tasmania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van Dyck",1,1,1 ], "(1632-41)| He is best known for his portraits of the aristocracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Van Dyck",1,1,1 ], "Sir Anthony| 1599-1641, Flemish painter; court painter to Charles I of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van Gogh",1,1,1 ], "1853-90, Dutch postimpressionist painter, noted for his landscapes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van Gogh",1,1,1 ], "portraits, in which colour is used essentially for its expressive and emotive value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Van de Graaff generator",1,1,1 ], "a device for producing high electrostatic potentials (up to 15 million volts)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van de Graaff generator",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a hollow metal sphere on which a charge is accumulated from a continuous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Van de Graaff generator",1,1,1 ], "moving belt of insulating material: used in particle accelerators" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Van der Waal's forces",1,1,1 ], "dissymmetries in the distribution of electrons in the interacting atoms or molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Van der Waal's forces",1,1,1 ], "weak electrostatic forces between atoms and molecules caused by transient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Turkey, on Lake Van| Pop|: 31,010 (1965)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a salt lake in E Turkey, at an altitude of 1650 m (5400 ft|): fed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Van",1,1,2 ], "melting snow and glaciers| Area: 3737 sq| km (1433 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vanbrugh",1,1,1 ], "As an architect, he is noted esp| for Blenheim Palace" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vanbrugh",1,1,1 ], "Sir John| 1664-1726, English dramatist and baroque architect| His best-known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vanbrugh",1,1,1 ], "plays are the Restoration comedies The Relapse (1697) and The Provok'd Wife (1697)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vance",1,1,1 ], "born 1917, U|S| Democratic politician; secretary of state since 1977" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,1 ], "(12,408 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,1 ], "North America| Chief town: Victoria| Pop|: 380,000 (1971 est|)| Area: 32,137 sq| km" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,1 ], "an island of SW Canada, off the SW coast of British Columbia: separated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,1 ], "the Canadian mainland by the Strait of Georgia and Queen Charlotte Sound, and from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| mainland by Juan de Fuca Strait; the largest island off the W coast of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,2 ], "a port in SW Canada, in SW British Columbia: Canada's chief Pacific port and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,2 ], "third largest city| Pop|: 426,256 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,3 ], "Mountains| Height: 4785 m (15,700 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",1,1,3 ], "Mount| a mountain on the border between Canada and Alaska, in the St| Elias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",2,1,1 ], "1757-98, English navigator, noted for his exploration of the Pacific coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vancouver",2,1,1 ], "North America (1792-94)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vandal",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Germanic people that raided Roman provinces in the 3rd and 4th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vandal",1,1,1 ], "centuries a|d| before devastating Gaul (406-409), conquering Spain and N Africa, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vandal",1,1,1 ], "sacking Rome (455)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vanderbilt",1,1,1 ], "and philanthropist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vanderbilt",1,1,1 ], "known as Commodore Vanderbilt| 1794-1877, U|S| steamship and railway magnate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vandyke beard",1,1,1 ], "a short pointed beard| Often shortened to Vandyke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vandyke brown",1,2,1,1 ], "a moderate brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vandyke brown",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vandyke brown",1,2,2 ], "and lampblack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vandyke brown",1,2,2 ], "any of various brown pigments, usually consisting of a mixture of ferric oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vandyke collar",1,1,1 ], "Vandyke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vandyke collar",1,1,1 ], "a large white collar with several very deep points| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vane",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry, known as Sir Harry Vane| 1613-62, English Puritan statesman and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vane",1,1,1 ], "colonial administrator; governor of Massachusetts (1636-37)| He was executed for high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vane",1,1,1 ], "treason after the Restoration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vanir",1,1,1 ], "a race of ancient gods often locked in struggle with the Aesir| The most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vanir",1,1,1 ], "notable of them are Njord and his children Frey and Freya" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vanity Fair",1,1,1 ], "considered as symbolizing worldly frivolity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vanity Fair",1,1,1 ], "the social life of a community, esp| of a great city, or the world in general," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vansittart",1,1,1 ], "1st Baron Vansittart of Denham| 1881-1957, British diplomat and writer; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vansittart",1,1,1 ], "fierce opponent of Nazi Germany and of Communism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vanua Levu",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vanua Levu",1,1,1 ], "the second largest island of Fiji: mountainous| Area: 5535 sq| km (2137 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vanzetti",1,1,1 ], "1888-1927, U|S| radical agitator, born in Italy: executed with Sacco in a case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vanzetti",1,1,1 ], "that had worldwide political repercussions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Var",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 643,540 (1975)| Area: 6023 sq| km (2349 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Var",1,1,1 ], "a department of SE France, in Provence-Cote-d'Azur region| Capital: Toulon|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Var",1,1,2 ], "Nice| Length: about 130 km (80 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Var",1,1,2 ], "a river in SE France, flowing southeast and south to the Mediterranean near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varanasi",1,1,1 ], "Benares, Banaras" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Varanasi",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE India, in SE Uttar Pradesh on the River Ganges: probably dates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varanasi",1,1,1 ], "along the Ganges; seat of the Banaras Hindi University (1916), India's leading" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Varanasi",1,1,1 ], "from the 13th century b|c|; an early centre of Aryan philosophy and religion; a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Varanasi",1,1,1 ], "major place of pilgrimage for Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists, with many ghats" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Varanasi",1,1,1 ], "university, and the Sanskrit University (1957)| Pop|: 583,856 (1971)| Former names:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Varangian",1,1,1 ], "Byzantine emperor (Varangian Guard) in the late 10th and 11th centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Varangian",1,1,1 ], "Ukraine from the 8th to the 11th centuries, and who formed the bodyguard of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Varangian",1,1,1 ], "one of the Scandinavians who invaded and settled parts of Russia and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vardar",1,1,1 ], "320 km (200 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vardar",1,1,1 ], "a river in S Europe, rising in SW Yugoslavia and flowing northeast, then south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vardar",1,1,1 ], "past Skopje into Greece, where it enters the Aegean at Thessaloniki| Length: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vardon",1,1,1 ], "1870-1937, British golfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varese",1,1,1 ], "a historic city in N Italy, in Lombardy near Lake Varese: manufacturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varese",1,1,1 ], "centre, esp| for leather goods| Pop|: 83,150 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vargas",1,1,1 ], "1883-1954, Brazilian statesman president (1930-45; 1951-54)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varityper",1,1,1 ], "a justifying typewriter used to produce copy in various type styles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varna",1,1,1 ], "(1949-56): Stalin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Varna",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Bulgaria, on the Black Sea: founded by Greeks in the 6th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varna",1,1,1 ], "b|c|; under the Ottoman Turks (1391-1878)| Pop|: 269,980 (1974 est|)| Former name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Varro",1,1,1 ], "116-27 b|c|, Roman scholar and satirist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varuna",1,1,1 ], "the ancient sky god, later the god of the waters and rain-giver| In earlier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Varuna",1,1,1 ], "traditions he was also the all-seeing divine judge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaseline",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for petrolatum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vashti",1,1,1 ], "beauty before his guests (Esther 1-2)| Douay spelling: Vasthi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vashti",1,1,1 ], "the wife of the Persian king Ahasuerus: deposed for refusing to display her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican City",1,1,1 ], "12 churches and palaces in Rome: the only remaining Papal State; independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican City",1,1,1 ], "Church| Languages: Italian and Latin| Currency: lira| Pop|: 1000 (1973 est|)| Area: 44" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican City",1,1,1 ], "an independent state forming an enclave in Rome, with extraterritoriality over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican City",1,1,1 ], "and the Vatican; the spiritual and administrative centre of the Roman Catholic" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican City",1,1,1 ], "hectares (109 acres)| Italian name: Citta del Vaticano" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican City",1,1,1 ], "recognized by the Italian government in 1929; contains St| Peter's Basilica and Square" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican",1,1,1,1 ], "1377, which includes administrative offices, a library, museum, etc|, and is attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican",1,1,1,1 ], "the authority of the Pope and the papal curia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican",1,1,1,1 ], "the palace of the popes in Rome and their principal residence there since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican",1,1,1,1 ], "to the basilica of St| Peter's" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vatican",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaticanism",1,1,1 ], "the authority and policies of the Pope and the papal curia, esp| with regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaticanism",1,1,1 ], "to papal infallibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vat|",1,1,1 ], "Vatican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vauban",1,1,1 ], "1633-1707, French military engineer and marshal, who devised novel siege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vauban",1,1,1 ], "tactics using a series of parallel trenches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaucluse",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 398,540 (1975)| Area: 3578 sq| km (1395 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaucluse",1,1,1 ], "a department of SE France, in Provence!-Cote-d'Azur region| Capital: Avignon|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaud",1,1,1 ], "a canton of SW Switzerland: mountainous in the southeast; chief Swiss producer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaud",1,1,1 ], "miles)| German name: Waadt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vaud",1,1,1 ], "of wine| Capital: Lausanne| Pop|: 511,851 (1970)| Area: 3209 sq| km (1240 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaudois",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Waldenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaudois",1,1,2 ], "the inhabitants of Vaud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaughan Williams",1,1,1 ], "1872-1958, English composer, inspired by British folk songs and music of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vaughan Williams",1,1,1 ], "Tudor period| He wrote operas, symphonies, hymns and choral music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vaughan",1,1,1 ], "1622-95, Welsh mystic poet, best known for his Silex Scintillans (1650; 1655)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Va|",1,1,1 ], "Virginia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veadar",1,1,1 ], "another term for Adar Sheni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veda",1,1,1 ], "Yajur-Veda, Sama-Veda, and Atharva-Veda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Veda",1,1,1 ], "any or all of the most ancient sacred writings of Hinduism, esp| the Rig-Veda," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vedanta",1,1,1 ], "of illusion (maya)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Vedanta",1,1,1 ], "one of the six main philosophical schools of Hinduism, expounding the monism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vedanta",1,1,1 ], "regarded as implicit in the Veda in accordance with the doctrines of the Upanishads| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vedanta",1,1,1 ], "teaches that only Brahma has reality, while the whole phenomenal world is the outcome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vedda",1,1,1 ], "a member of an aboriginal people of Sri Lanka, characterized by slender build," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vedda",1,1,1 ], "dark complexion, and wavy hair, noted for their Stone-Age technology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Veddoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the Vedda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veddoid",1,2,1 ], "a Vedda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veddoid",1,2,2 ], "a member of a postulated prehistoric race of S Asia, having slender build," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veddoid",1,2,2 ], "dark complexion, and wavy hair: thought to be ancestors of the Vedda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vedic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Vedas or the ancient form of Sanskrit in which they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vedic",1,1,1 ], "written" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vedic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the ancient Indo-European settlers in India, regarded as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vedic",1,1,2 ], "originators of many of the traditions preserved in the Vedas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vedic",1,2,1 ], "the classical form of Sanskrit; the language of the Vedas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vega",1,1,1 ], "companion| Distance: 26 light years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vega",1,1,1 ], "in the N hemisphere| It is part of an optical double star having a faint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vega",1,1,1 ], "the brightest star in the constellation Lyra and one of the most conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veii",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Etruscan city, northwest of Rome: destroyed by the Romans in 396" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veii",1,1,1 ], "b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Velcro",1,1,1 ], "a fastening consisting of two strips of nylon fabric, one having tiny hooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Velcro",1,1,1 ], "threads and the other a coarse surface, that form a strong bond when pressed together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vellore",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE India, in NE Tamil Nadu: medical centre| Pop|: 139,082 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Velquez",1,1,1 ], "1599-1660, Spanish painter, remarkable for the realism of his portraits, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Velquez",1,1,1 ], "those of Philip IV of Spain and the royal household" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Velsen",1,1,1 ], "(1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Velsen",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Netherlands, in North Holland at the mouth of the canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Velsen",1,1,1 ], "connecting Amsterdam with the North Sea: fishing and heavy industrial centre| Pop|: 66,989" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Velvet Underground",1,1,1 ], "(born 1940; bass guitar and viola), Sterling Morrison (guitar), and Maureen Tucker" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Velvet Underground",1,1,1 ], "(drums)| Their albums include The Velvet Underground and Nico (1967, associated with" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Velvet Underground",1,1,1 ], "1969-72): original lineup comprised Lou Reed (born 1944; guitar and vocals), John Cale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Velvet Underground",1,1,1 ], "Andy Warhol), White Light/White Heat (1967), and Loaded (1970)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Velvet Underground",1,1,1 ], "U|S| avant-garde rock group in New York City (formed in 1966; disintegrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vend",1,1,1 ], "1654-1712, French marshal, noted for his command during the War of the Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vend",1,1,1 ], "Succession (1701-14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vend",1,1,1 ], "Vendee, a series of peasant-royalist insurrections (1793-95) against the Revolutionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vend",1,1,1 ], "a department of W France, in Pays-de-la-Loire region: scene of the Wars of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vend",1,1,1 ], "government| Capital: La Roche-sur-Yon| Pop|: 461,928 (1975)| Area: 7016 sq| km (2709 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vend",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Venda",1,1,1 ], "Transvaal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venda",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of southern Africa, living chiefly in the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venda",1,1,2 ], "family but not easily related to any other members of the group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venda",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venda",2,1,1 ], "Transvaal| Capital: Makwarela" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venda",2,1,1 ], "a Bantustan in South Africa, consisting of three closely grouped areas in N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vendmiaire",1,1,1 ], "calendar, extending from Sept| 23 to Oct| 22" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vendmiaire",1,1,1 ], "the month of the grape harvest: the first month of the French Revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veneti",1,1,1 ], "an ancient people who established themselves at the head of the Adriatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veneti",1,1,1 ], "around 950 b|c|, later becoming Roman subjects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venetia",1,1,1 ], "Roman province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venetia",1,1,1 ], "the area of ancient Italy between the lower Po valley and the Alps: later a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetia",1,1,2 ], "head of the Adriatic and correspond to the present-day region of Veneto and a large" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venetia",1,1,2 ], "part of Friuli-Venezia Giulia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Venetia",1,1,2 ], "the territorial possessions of the medieval Venetian republic that were at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian blind",1,1,1 ], "a window blind consisting of a number of horizontal slats whose angle may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian blind",1,1,1 ], "altered to let in more or less light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian glass",1,1,1 ], "fine ornamental glassware made in or near Venice, esp| at Murano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian red",1,1,1 ], "natural or synthetic ferric oxide used as a red pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian red",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate to strong reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian red",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Venice or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian",1,2,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Venice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian",1,2,2 ], "one of the tapes that join the slats of a Venetian blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetian",1,2,3 ], "a cotton or woollen cloth used for linings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetic",1,1,1 ], "an ancient language of NE Italy, usually regarded as belonging to the Italic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venetic",1,1,1 ], "branch of the Indo-European family| It is recorded in about 200 inscriptions and was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venetic",1,1,1 ], "extinct by the 2nd century a|d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Veneto",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 4,109,787 (1971)| Area: 18,377 sq| km (7095 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Veneto",1,1,1 ], "a region of NE Italy on the Adriatic: mountainous in the north with a fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veneto",1,1,1 ], "plain in the south, crossed by the Rivers Po, Adige, and Piave| Capital: Venice|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venezia Giulia",1,1,1 ], "Yugoslavia and Italy since World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venezia Giulia",1,1,1 ], "a former region of NE Italy at the N end of the Adriatic: divided between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venezia Tridentina",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1947) of Trentino-Alto Adige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venezia",1,1,1 ], "the Italian name for Venice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venezia-Euganea",1,1,1 ], "another name for Veneto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 912,050 sq| km (352,142 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,1 ], "16th century; independence from Spain declared in 1811 and won in 1819 after a war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,1 ], "Andes in the northwest, the Orinoco basin in the central part, and the Guiana" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,1 ], "Highlands in the south| Exports petroleum, iron ore, and coffee| Official language:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,1 ], "Spanish| Religion: Roman Catholic| Currency: bolivar| Capital: Caracas| Pop|: 10,721,522" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,1 ], "a republic in South America, on the Caribbean: colonized by the Spanish in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,1 ], "led by Simon Bolivar| It contains Lake Maracaibo and the northernmost chains of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,2 ], "Gulf of| an inlet of the Caribbean in NW Venezuela: continues south as Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venezuela",1,1,2 ], "Maracaibo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venez|",1,1,1 ], "Venezuela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venice",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE Italy, capital of Veneto region, built on over 100 islands and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venice",1,1,1 ], "in 1380; contains the Grand Canal and about 170 smaller canals, providing" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Venice",1,1,1 ], "mud flats in the Lagoon of Venice (an inlet of the Gulf of Venice at the head of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venice",1,1,1 ], "republic and a great commercial and maritime power, defeating Genoa, the greatest rival," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Venice",1,1,1 ], "the Adriatic): united under the first doge in 697 a|d|; became an independent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Venice",1,1,1 ], "waterways for city transport| Pop|: 365,208 (1975 est|)| Italian name: Venezia" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Venite",1,1,1 ], "the opening word of the 95th psalm, an invitatory prayer at matins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venite",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venizelos",1,1,1 ], "1864-1936, Greek statesman, who greatly extended Greek territory: prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venizelos",1,1,1 ], "minister (1910-15; 1917-20; 1924; 1928-32; 1933)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venlo",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SE Netherlands, in Limburg on the Maas River| Pop|: 62,675 (1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venlo",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venn diagram",1,1,1 ], "a diagram in which mathematical sets or terms of a categorical statement are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venn diagram",1,1,1 ], "represented by circles whose relative positions give the relationships between the sets or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venn diagram",1,1,1 ], "terms|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vent",1,1,1 ], "extending from Feb| 20 to March 21" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vent",1,1,1 ], "the windy month: the sixth month of the French Revolutionary calendar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ventris",1,1,1 ], "1922-56, English cryptographer, who deciphered the Linear B script," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ventris",1,1,1 ], "identifying it as an early form of Mycenaean Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venture Scout",1,1,1 ], "a member of the senior branch of the Scouts| Former name: Rover|U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venture Scout",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: Explorer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venturi tube",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring fluid flow, consisting of a tube so constricted that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venturi tube",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the rate of flow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Venturi tube",1,1,1 ], "the pressure differential produced by fluid flowing through the constriction gives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venturi tube",1,1,2 ], "a tube with a constriction used to reduce or control fluid flow, as one in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venturi tube",1,1,2 ], "air inlet of a carburettor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of love| Greek counterpart: Aphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",1,1,2 ], "mount of Venus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",2,1,1 ], "81|5 per cent that of earth respectively" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",2,1,1 ], "Mean distance from sun: 108 million km; period of revolution around sun: 225 days;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",2,1,1 ], "bright morning or evening star| Its surface is extremely hot (over 400 degrees C) and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",2,1,1 ], "is completely shrouded by dense cloud consisting principally of carbon dioxide|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",2,1,1 ], "one of the inferior planets and the second nearest to the sun, visible as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",2,1,1 ], "period of axial rotation: 244|3 days (retrograde motion); diameter and mass: 96|5 and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Venus",2,1,2 ], "the alchemical name for copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's flower basket",1,1,1 ], "any of several deep-sea sponges of the genus Euplectella, esp| E| aspergillum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's flower basket",1,1,1 ], "having a skeleton composed of interwoven glassy six-rayed spicules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's looking-glass",1,1,1 ], "a purple-flowered campanulaceous plant, Legousia hybrida, of Europe, W Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's looking-glass",1,1,1 ], "and N Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's-flytrap",1,1,1 ], "an insectivorous plant, Dionaea muscipula, of Carolina, having hinged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's-flytrap",1,1,1 ], "family Droseraceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's-flytrap",1,1,1 ], "two-lobed leaves that snap closed when the sensitive hairs on the surface are touched:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's-girdle",1,1,1 ], "a ctenophore, Cestum veneris, of warm seas, having an elongated ribbon-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's-girdle",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's-hair",1,1,1 ], "a fragile maidenhair fern, Adiantum capillus-veneris, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venus's-hair",1,1,1 ], "subtropical America, having fan-shaped leaves and a black stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venusberg",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in SW East Germany: contains caverns that, according to medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venusberg",1,1,1 ], "legend, housed the palace of the goddess Venus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Venusian",1,1,1 ], "of, occurring on, or relating to the planet Venus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Venusian",1,2,1 ], "(in science fiction) an inhabitant of Venus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ven|",1,1,1 ], "Venerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veracruz",1,1,1 ], "Oriental| Capital: Jalapa| Pop|: 3,815,419 (1970)| Area: 72,815 sq| km (28,114 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Veracruz",1,1,1 ], "a state of E Mexico, on the Gulf of Mexico: consists of a hot humid coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veracruz",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Veracruz",1,1,1 ], "strip with lagoons, rising rapidly inland to the central plateau and Sierra Madre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Veracruz",1,1,2 ], "266,255 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Veracruz",1,1,2 ], "the chief port of Mexico, in Veracruz state on the Gulf of Mexico| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vercelli",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Italy, in Piedmont: an ancient Ligurian and later Roman city; has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vercelli",1,1,1 ], "an outstanding library of manuscripts (notably the Codex Vercellensis, dating from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vercelli",1,1,1 ], "the 10th century)| Pop|: 56,494 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vercingetorix",1,1,1 ], "died 45 b|c|, Gallic chieftain and hero, executed for leading a revolt against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vercingetorix",1,1,1 ], "the Romans under Julius Caesar (52)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Verde",1,1,1 ], "a cape in Senegal, near Dakar: the westernmost point of Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verdun",1,1,1 ], "a fortified town in NE France, on the Meuse: scene of the longest and most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verdun",1,1,1 ], "offensive| Pop|: 26,927 (1975)| Ancient name: Verodunum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Verdun",1,1,1 ], "severe battle (1916) of World War I, in which the French repelled a powerful German" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Verdun",1,1,2 ], "Italy)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Verdun",1,1,2 ], "Treaty of| an agreement reached in 843 a|d| by three grandsons of Charlemagne," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verdun",1,1,2 ], "dividing his empire into an E kingdom (later Germany), a W kingdom (later France), and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Verdun",1,1,2 ], "middle kingdom (containing what became the Low Countries, Lorraine, Burgundy, and N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vereeniging",1,1,1 ], "a city in E South Africa, in the Transvaal: scene of the signing (1902) of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vereeniging",1,1,1 ], "treaty ending the Boer War| Pop|: 196,357 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vergil",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Virgil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verkhne-Udinsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1934) of Ulan-Ude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vermeer",1,1,1 ], "full name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vermeer",1,1,2 ], "Jan van der Meer van Delft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vermeer",1,1,3 ], "1632-75, Dutch genre painter, noted esp| for his masterly treatment of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vermont",1,1,1 ], "Mountains; bounded on the east by the Connecticut River and by Lake Champlain in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vermont",1,1,1 ], "a state in the northeastern U|S|: crossed from north to south by the Green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vermont",1,1,1 ], "northwest| Capital: Montpelier| Pop|: 444,732 (1970)| Area: 2400 sq| km (9267 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Verner's law",1,1,1 ], "Grimm's law became voiced fricatives if the previous syllable had been unstressed in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Verner's law",1,1,1 ], "Proto-Indo-European" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Verner's law",1,1,1 ], "a modification of Grimm's Law accommodating some of its exceptions| It states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verner's law",1,1,1 ], "that noninitial voiceless fricatives in Proto-Germanic occurring as a result of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vernoleninsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Nikolayev" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verny",1,1,1 ], "a former name (until 1927) of Alma-Ata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verona",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Italy, in Veneto on the Adige River: strategically situated at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verona",1,1,1 ], "junction of major routes between Italy and N Europe; became a Roman colony (89 b|c|);" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Verona",1,1,1 ], "under Austrian rule (1797-1866); many Roman remains| Pop|: 271,079 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Veronal",1,1,1 ], "a trademark for barbitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Veronese",1,1,1 ], "His works include The Marriage at Cana (1563) and The Feast of the Levi (1573)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Veronese",1,1,1 ], "original name Paolo Cagliari| 1528-88, Italian painter of the Venetian school|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verrazano",1,1,1 ], "1485-1528, Florentine navigator the first European to sight what was to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verrazano",1,1,1 ], "New York (1524)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Verrocchio",1,1,1 ], "1435-88, Italian sculptor, painter, and goldsmith of the Florentine school:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verrocchio",1,1,1 ], "noted esp| for the equestrian statue of Bartolommeo Colleoni in Venice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Versailles",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central France, near Paris: site of an elaborate royal residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Versailles",1,1,1 ], "built for Louis XIV; seat of the French kings (1682-1789)| Pop|: 97,133 (1975)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Versailles",1,1,2 ], "Treaty of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Versailles",1,1,2,1 ], "World War I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Versailles",1,1,2,1 ], "the Soviet Union): the most important of the five peace treaties that concluded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Versailles",1,1,2,1 ], "the treaty of 1919 imposed upon Germany by the Allies (except for the U|S| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Versailles",1,1,2,2 ], "another name for the (Treaty of)Paris of 1783" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vertumnus",1,1,1 ], "a Roman god of gardens, orchards, and seasonal change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verulamium",1,1,1 ], "the ancient name of Saint Albans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verwanderung",1,1,1 ], "Europe from 2nd to 11th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Verwanderung",1,1,1 ], "the migration of peoples, esp| of Germanic and Slavic peoples into S and W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verwoerd",1,1,1 ], "1901-66, South African statesman, born in the Netherlands: prime minister of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Verwoerd",1,1,1 ], "South Africa (1958 until his assassination)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Very Reverend",1,1,1 ], "a title of respect for a dean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Very light",1,1,1 ], "a coloured flare fired from a special pistol (Very pistol) for signalling at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Very light",1,1,1 ], "night, esp| at sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vespasian",1,1,1 ], "(69-79), who consolidated Roman rule, esp| in Britain and Germany| He began the building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vespasian",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Titus Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus| 9-79 a|d|, Roman emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vespasian",1,1,1 ], "of the Colosseum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vesper",1,1,1 ], "the planet Venus, when appearing as the evening star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vespucci",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Americus Vespucius| 1454-1512, Florentine navigator in the New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vespucci",1,1,1 ], "World (1499-1500; 1501-02), after whom the continent of America was named" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vesta",1,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of the hearth and its fire| In her temple a perpetual flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vesta",1,1,1 ], "was tended by the vestal virgins| Greek counterpart: Hestia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vesta",2,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vesta",2,1,1 ], "the brightest of the four largest asteroids| Diameter: about 380 km (240" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vesuvius",1,1,1 ], "a volcano in SW Italy, on the Bay of Naples: first recorded eruption in 79" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vesuvius",1,1,1 ], "a|d|, which destroyed Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Stabiae; numerous eruptions since" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vesuvius",1,1,1 ], "then| Height: (mid-1960s) 1281 m (4203 ft|)| Italian name: Vesuvio (ve!zuvjo)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Veterans Day",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| equivalent of Armistice Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Via Dolorosa",1,1,1 ], "his crucifixion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Via Dolorosa",1,1,1 ], "the route followed by Christ from the place of his condemnation to Calvary for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Via Dolorosa",1,1,2 ], "an arduous or distressing course or experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viareggio",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viareggio",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in W Italy, in Tuscany on the Ligurian Sea| Pop|: 55,737" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viborg",1,1,1 ], "the Swedish name for Vyborg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viborg",1,1,2 ], "Jutland| Pop|: 27,445 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viborg",1,1,2 ], "a town in N central Denmark, in Jutland: formerly a royal town and capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vicar of Christ",1,1,1 ], "the pope when regarded as Christ's earthly representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vice",1,1,1 ], "(in English morality plays) a character personifying a particular vice or vice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vice",1,1,1 ], "in general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vicenza",1,1,1 ], "Palladio and site of some of his finest works| Pop|: 119,646 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vicenza",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Italy, in Veneto: home of the 16th-century architect Andrea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vichy",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 32,251 (1975)| Latin name: Vicus Calidus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vichy",1,1,1 ], "a town and spa in central France, on the River Allier: seat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vichy",1,1,1 ], "collaborationist government under Marshal Petain (1940-44); mineral waters bottled for export|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vicksburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in W Mississippi, on the Mississippi River: site of one of the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vicksburg",1,1,1 ], "besieged for nearly seven weeks before capitulating| Pop|: 25,478 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vicksburg",1,1,1 ], "decisive campaigns (1863) of the American Civil War, in which the Confederates were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vicky",1,1,1 ], "cartoonist, born in Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vicky",1,1,1 ], "professional name of Victor Weisz| 1913-66, British left-wing political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victor Emmanuel III",1,1,1 ], "1869-1947, last king of Italy (1900-46): dominated after 1922 by Mussolini," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victor Emmanuel III",1,1,1 ], "whom he appointed as premier; abdicated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Cross",1,1,1 ], "British and Commonwealth armed forces: instituted in 1856 by Queen Victoria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Cross",1,1,1 ], "the highest decoration for gallantry in the face of the enemy awarded to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Day",1,1,1 ], "commemoration of the birthday of Queen Victoria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Day",1,1,1 ], "the Monday preceding May 24: observed in Canada as a national holiday in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Falls",1,1,1 ], "Height: about 108 m (355 ft|)| Width: about 1400 m (4500 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Falls",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall on the border between Rhodesia and Zambia, on the Zambezi River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Island",1,1,1 ], "Territories| Area: about 212,000 sq| km (82,000 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Island",1,1,1 ], "the third largest island of the Canadian Arctic: part of the Northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria Land",1,1,1 ], "a section of Antarctica, largely in the Ross Dependency on the Ross Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,1 ], "227,620 sq| km (87,884 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,1 ], "Murray River along the N border| Capital: Melbourne| Pop|: 3,646,300 (1976)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Australia: part of New South Wales colony until 1851; semiarid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,1 ], "in the northwest, with the Great Dividing Range in the centre and east and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,2 ], "Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,3 ], "a port in SW Canada, capital of British Columbia, on Vancouver Island: founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,3 ], "in 1843 by the Hudson's Bay Company; made capital of British Columbia in 1868;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,3 ], "university (1963)| Pop|: 62,761 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,4 ], "the capital of the Seychelles, a port on NE Mahe| Pop|: 13,736 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,5 ], "(1911)| Pop|: 520,932 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,5 ], "the capital of Hong Kong, on N Hong Kong Island: financial centre; university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,6 ], "Height: 4073 m (13,363 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",1,1,6 ], "Mount| a mountain in SE Papua: the highest peak of the Owen Stanley Range|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",2,1,1 ], "(from 1876)| She married Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha (1840)| Her sense of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",2,1,1 ], "1819-1901, queen of Great Britain and Ireland (1837-1901) and empress of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",2,1,1 ], "vocation did much to restore the prestige of the British monarchy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Victoria",3,1,1 ], "the Roman goddess of victory| Greek counterpart: Nike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Queen Victoria or the period of her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,1 ], "reign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,2 ], "exhibiting the characteristics popularly attributed to the Victorians, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,2 ], "prudery, bigotry, or hypocrisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,3 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of architecture used in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,3 ], "during the reign of Queen Victoria, characterized by massive construction and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,3 ], "elaborate ornamentation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to Victoria (the state or any of the cities)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,2,1 ], "a person who lived during the reign of Queen Victoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victorian",1,2,2 ], "an inhabitant of Victoria (the state or any of the cities)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victoriana",1,1,1 ], "objects, ornaments, etc|, of the Victorian period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victormanuel",1,1,1 ], "1820-78, king of Sardinia-Piedmont (1849-78) and first king of Italy from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Victormanuel",1,1,1 ], "1861" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Victory",1,1,1 ], "another name (in English) for the Roman goddess Victoria or the Greek Nike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vic|",1,1,1 ], "Victoria (the state)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vidhan Sabha",1,1,1 ], "the legislative assembly of any of the states of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna Union",1,1,1 ], "an international conference of socialists who came together in Vienna in 1921" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna Union",1,1,1 ], "in an attempt to reconstruct a united International by offering an alternative to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna Union",1,1,1 ], "into the Labour and Socialist International in 1923" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna Union",1,1,1 ], "the right-wing remnant of the Second International and to the Comintern: merged" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| German name: Wien" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna",1,1,1 ], "Hapsburgs (1278-1918); residence of the Holy Roman Emperor (1558-1806); withstood sieges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna",1,1,1 ], "by Turks in 1529 and 1683; political and cultural centre in the 18th and 19th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna",1,1,1 ], "centuries, having associations with many composers; university (1365)| Pop|: 1,614,841" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Austria, in the northeast on the River Danube: seat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna",1,1,2 ], "(1971)| Area: 1215 sq| km (469 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vienna",1,1,2 ], "a province of NE Austria: the smallest Austrian province| Pop|: 1,614,841" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vienne",1,1,1 ], "Poitiers| Pop|: 366,530 (1975)| Area: 7044 sq| km (2747 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vienne",1,1,1 ], "a department of W central France, in Poitou-Charentes region| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vienne",1,1,2 ], "(1968 est|)| Ancient name: Vienna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vienne",1,1,2 ], "a town in SE France, on the River Rhone: extensive Roman remains| Pop|: 28,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vienne",1,1,3 ], "Chinon| Length: over 350 km (200 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vienne",1,1,3 ], "a river in SW central France, flowing west and north to the Loire below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vientiane",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 174,000 (1973 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vientiane",1,1,1 ], "Thailand: capital of the kingdom of Vientiane from 1707 until taken by the Thais in 1827|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vientiane",1,1,1 ], "the administrative capital of Laos, in the south near the border with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vierwaldsttersee",1,1,1 ], "the German name of (Lake)Lucerne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietcong",1,1,1 ], "(in the Vietnam war) the Communist-led guerrilla force and revolutionary army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietcong",1,1,1 ], "Vietnam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vietcong",1,1,1 ], "of South Vietnam; the armed forces of the National Liberation Front of South" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vietcong",1,1,2 ], "a member of these armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietcong",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the Vietcong or a Vietcong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietminh",1,1,1 ], "a Vietnamese organization led by Ho Chi Minh that first fought the Japanese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietminh",1,1,1 ], "and then the French (1941-54) in their attempt to achieve national independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vietminh",1,1,2 ], "a member or group of members of this organization, esp| in the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietminh",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to this organization or to its members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "1976 an elected National Assembly proclaimed the reunification of the country|" ,11 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "337,870 sq| km (130,452 sq| miles)" ,13 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "Communist Viet Cong, supported by North Vietnam, and the South Vietnamese government;" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "Language: Vietnamese| Currency: dong| Capital: Hanoi| Pop|: 46,520,000 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,12 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "Minh) and South Vietnam (under French control), the latter becoming the independent" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "Republic of Vietnam in 1955| From 1959 the country was dominated by war between the" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SE Asia: an ancient empire, conquered by France in the 19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "century; occupied by Japan (1940-45) when the Communist-led Viet Minh began resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "country was divided along the 17th parallel, establishing North Vietnam (under the Viet" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "increasing numbers of U|S| forces were brought to the aid of the South Vietnamese army" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "led to the eventual defeat of the South Vietnamese government in March 1975 and in" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "operations that were continued against restored French rule after 1945| In 1954 the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnam",1,1,1 ], "until a peace agreement (1973) led to the withdrawal of U|S| troops; further fighting" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnamization",1,1,1 ], "(in the Vietnam War) a U|S| government policy of transferring the tasks of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vietnamization",1,1,1 ], "fighting and directing the war to the government and forces of South Vietnam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vignola",1,1,1 ], "1507-73, Italian architect, whose cruciform design for Il Gesu, Rome, greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vignola",1,1,1 ], "influenced later Church architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vigo",1,1,1 ], "197,144 (1970)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vigo",1,1,1 ], "a British and Dutch naval victory (1702) over the French and Spanish|Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vigo",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Spain, in Galicia on Vigo Bay (an inlet of the Atlantic): site of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viipuri",1,1,1 ], "the Finnish name for Vyborg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vijayawada",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE India, in E central Andra Pradesh on the Krishna River: Hindu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vijayawada",1,1,1 ], "pilgrimage centre| Pop|317,258 (1971)| Former name: Bezwada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viking",1,1,1 ], "Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Viking",1,1,1 ], "Europe from the 8th to the 11th centuries, later often settling, as in parts of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viking",1,1,1 ], "any of the Danes, Norwegians, and Swedes who raided by sea most of N and W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viking",1,1,2 ], "any sea rover, plunderer, or pirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viking",1,1,3 ], "either of two unmanned American spacecraft designed to orbit Mars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viking",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a Viking or Vikings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villa",1,1,1 ], "called Pancho Villa, original name Doroteo Arango| 1877-1923, Mexican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villa",1,1,1 ], "revolutionary leader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villa-Lobos",1,1,1 ], "1887-1959, Brazilian composer, much of whose work is based on Brazilian folk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villa-Lobos",1,1,1 ], "tunes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villach",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 34,595 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villach",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central Austria, on the Drava River: nearby hot mineral springs|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villahermosa",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)| Former name: San Juan Bautista" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villahermosa",1,1,1 ], "a town in E Mexico, capital of Tabasco state: university (1959)| Pop|: 142,384" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villanovan",1,1,1 ], "by the use of bronze and the primitive use of iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villanovan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an early Iron Age culture near Bologna, Italy, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villanovan",1,2,1 ], "a member of this culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villars",1,1,1 ], "1653-1734, French marshal, distinguished for his command in the War of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villars",1,1,1 ], "Spanish Succession (1701-14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villeneuve",1,1,1 ], "(1805)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villeneuve",1,1,1 ], "1763-1806, French admiral, defeated by Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villeurbanne",1,1,1 ], "a town in E France: an industrial suburb of E Lyons| Pop|: 119,438 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villon",1,1,1 ], "Francois (fr?~a!swa)| born 1431, French poet| His poems, such as those in Le" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villon",1,1,1 ], "Petit Testament (??1456) and Le Grand Testament (1461), are mostly ballades and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Villon",1,1,1 ], "more was heard of him" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Villon",1,1,1 ], "rondeaus, verse forms that he revitalized| He was banished in 1463, after which nothing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Villon",1,1,2 ], "Jacques (#f$a$:k)| pseudonym of Gaston Duchamp| 1875-1963, French cubist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Villon",1,1,2 ], "painter and engraver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vilnius",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, capital of the Lithuanian SSR: passed to Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vilnius",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Russian name: Vilna | Polish name: Wilno" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vilnius",1,1,1 ], "in 1795; under Polish rule (1920-39); university (1578)| Pop|: 433,000 (1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viminal",1,1,1 ], "one of the seven hills on which ancient Rome was built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vincennes",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of E Paris: 14th-century castle| Pop|: 44,467 (1975)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vincent de Paul",1,1,1 ], "1581-1660, French Roman Catholic priest, who founded two charitable orders," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vincent de Paul",1,1,1 ], "the Lazarists (1625) and the Sisters of Charity (1634)| Feast day: July 19" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vincent's angina",1,1,1 ], "an ulcerative bacterial infection of the mouth, esp| involving the throat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vincent's angina",1,1,1 ], "tonsils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vindhya Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "1956" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vindhya Pradesh",1,1,1 ], "a former state of central India: merged with the reorganized Madhya Pradesh in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vindhya Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in central India: separates the Ganges basin from the Deccan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vindhya Range",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vindhya Range",1,1,1 ], "marking the limits of northern and peninsular India| Greatest height: 1113 m (3651" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vineland",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Vinland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vinland",1,1,1 ], "Vikings from about 1000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vinland",1,1,1 ], "the stretch of the E coast of North America visited by Leif Ericson and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vinnitsa",1,1,1 ], "Polish to Russian rule in 1793| Pop|: 277,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vinnitsa",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the central Ukrainian SSR: passed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viollet-le-Duc",1,1,1 ], "1814-79, French architect and leader of the Gothic revival in France, noted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viollet-le-Duc",1,1,1 ], "for his dictionary of French architecture (1854-68) and for his restoration of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viollet-le-Duc",1,1,1 ], "medieval buildings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vir Chakra",1,1,1 ], "an award made to distinguished soldiers by the Government of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virchow",1,1,1 ], "(cellular) pathology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virchow",1,1,1 ], "1821-1902, German pathologist, who is considered the founder of modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viren",1,1,1 ], "born 1949, Finnish distance runner: winner of the 5000 metres and the 10,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Viren",1,1,1 ], "metres in the 1976 Olympic Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virgil",1,1,1 ], "Latin name Publius Vergilius Maro| 70-19 b|c|, Roman poet, patronized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virgil",1,1,1 ], "Maecenas| The Eclogues (42-37), ten pastoral poems, and the Georgics (37-30), four books" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virgil",1,1,1 ], "masterpiece is the Aeneid (30-19)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Virgil",1,1,1 ], "on the art of farming, established Virgil as the foremost poet of his age| His" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Birth",1,1,1 ], "the direct intervention of the Holy Spirit so that Mary remained miraculously a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Birth",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that Jesus Christ had no human father but was conceived solely by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Birth",1,1,1 ], "virgin during and after his birth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands of the United States",1,1,1 ], "a territory of the U|S| in the Caribbean, consisting of islands west and south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands of the United States",1,1,1 ], "importance| Capital: Charlotte Amalie| Pop|: 63,200 (1970)| Area: 344 sq| km (133 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands of the United States",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Former name: Danish West Indies" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands of the United States",1,1,1 ], "of the British Virgin Islands: purchased from Denmark in 1917 for their strategic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands",1,1,1 ], "497 sq| km (192 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands",1,1,1 ], "Puerto Rico: discovered by Columbus (1493); consists of the British Virgin Islands in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of about 100 small islands (14 inhabited) in the West Indies, east of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Islands",1,1,1 ], "the east and the Virgin Islands of the United States in the west and south| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin Mary",1,1,1 ], "Mary, the mother of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin",1,1,1 ], "the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin",1,1,2 ], "a statue or other artistic representation of the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virgin",2,1,1 ], "the constellation Virgo, the sixth sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia Beach",1,1,1 ], "a city and resort in SE Virginia, on the Atlantic| Pop|: 199,613 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia creeper",1,1,1 ], "Parthenocissus quinquefolia, of North America, having tendrils with adhesive tips," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia creeper",1,1,1 ], "a vitaceous woody vine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia creeper",1,1,1 ], "bluish-black berry-like fruits, and compound leaves: widely planted for ornament" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia creeper",1,1,2 ], "a similar related plant, Parthenocissus tricuspidata, of SE Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia creeper",1,1,2 ], "trilobed leaves and purple berries| U|S| name: Boston ivy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia deer",1,1,1 ], "another name for white-tailed deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia reel",1,1,1 ], "an American country dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia reel",1,1,2 ], "music written for or in the manner of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia stock",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean cruciferous plant, Malcomia maritima, cultivated for its white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia stock",1,1,1 ], "and pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia",1,1,1 ], "a type of flue-cured tobacco grown originally in Virginia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia",2,1,1 ], "English settlement in North America; consists of a low-lying deeply indented coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia",2,1,1 ], "Pop|: 4,648,494 (1970)| Area: 103,030 sq| km (39,780 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia",2,1,1 ], "a state of the eastern U|S|, on the Atlantic: site of the first permanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Virginia",2,1,1 ], "rising inland to the Piedmont plateau and the Blue Ridge Mountains| Capital: Richmond|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Visakhapatnam",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Vishakhapatnam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visayan Islands",1,1,1 ], "Philippines| Chief islands: Negros and Panay| Pop|: 9,983,251 (1970)| Area: about 61,000 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Visayan Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of seven large and several hundred small islands in the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visayan Islands",1,1,1 ], "km (23,535 sq| miles)| Spanish name: Bisayas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Visayan",1,1,1 ], "a member of the most numerous indigenous people of the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visayan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visby",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 19,596 (1970)| s" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Visby",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE Sweden, on NW Gotland Island in the Baltic: an early member of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visby",1,1,1 ], "the Hanseatic League and major N European commercial centre in the Middle Ages|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Visconti",1,1,1 ], "the ruling family of Milan from 1277 to 1447" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visconti",1,1,2 ], "Luchino| 1906-76, Italian stage and film director, whose neo-realist films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visconti",1,1,2 ], "Venice (1971), and The Innocents (1976)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Visconti",1,1,2 ], "include Ossessione (1942); among his other films are The Leopard (1964), Death in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viseu",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Portugal: 12th-century cathedral| Pop|: 76,391 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vishinsky",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of (Andrei Yanuarievich)Vyshinsky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vishnu",1,1,1 ], "place in the Hindu pantheon, later one of the three chief gods, the second member of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vishnu",1,1,1 ], "the Pervader or Sustainer, originally a solar deity occupying a secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vishnu",1,1,1 ], "the Trimurti, and, later still, the saviour appearing in many incarnations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Visigoth",1,1,1 ], "a member of the western group of the Goths, who were driven into the Balkans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visigoth",1,1,1 ], "in the late 4th century a|d|Moving on, they sacked Rome (410) and established a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Visigoth",1,1,1 ], "kingdom in present-day Spain and S France that lasted until 711" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Visitation",1,1,1,1 ], "the visit made by the Virgin Mary to her cousin Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-56)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visitation",1,1,1,2 ], "the Church festival commemorating this, held on July 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visitation",1,1,2 ], "a religious order of nuns, the Order of the Visitation, founded in 1610 and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Visitation",1,1,2 ], "dedicated to contemplation and the cultivation of humility, gentleness, and sisterly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Visitation",1,1,2 ], "love" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vislinsky Zaliv",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of the Russian name for Vistula ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vistula",1,1,1 ], "Wisla|German name: Weichsel" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Vistula",1,1,1 ], "a river in central and N Poland, rising in the Carpathian Mountains and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vistula",1,1,1 ], "flowing generally north and northwest past Warsaw and Torun, then northeast to enter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vistula",1,1,1 ], "the Baltic via an extensive delta region| Length: 1090 km (677 miles)| Polish name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vistula",1,1,2 ], "Frisches Haff|Polish name: Wislany Zalew|Russian name: Vislinsky Zaliv" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vistula",1,1,2 ], "Kalingrad, crossed by the border between Poland and the Soviet Union| German name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vistula",1,1,2 ], "Lagoon| a shallow lagoon on the SW coast of the Baltic Sea, between Danzig and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vitaphone",1,1,1 ], "an early technique in commercial film-making in which the accompanying sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vitaphone",1,1,1 ], "was produced by discs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vitebsk",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, in the Byelorussian SSR: under Russian rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vitebsk",1,1,1 ], "since 1772| Pop|: 272,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viti Levu",1,1,1 ], "state): Suva| Area: 10,386 sq| km (4010 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viti Levu",1,1,1 ], "the largest island of Fiji: mountainous| Chief town (and capital of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vitoria",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon's forces in the Peninsular War| Pop|: 136,873 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vitoria",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain: scene of Wellington's decisive victory (1813) over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vitria",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Brazil, capital of Espirito Santo state, on an island in the Bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vitria",1,1,1 ], "of Espirito Santo| Pop|: 121,978 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vitruvius Pollio",1,1,1 ], "1st-century b|c|, Roman architect, noted for his treatise De architectura, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vitruvius Pollio",1,1,1 ], "Renaissance architects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vitruvius Pollio",1,1,1 ], "only surviving Roman work on architectural theory and a major influence on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vivian",1,1,1 ], "(in Arthurian legend) the mistress of Merlin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vivian",1,1,1 ], "Lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Viyella",1,1,1 ], "a soft fabric made of wool and cotton, used esp| for blouses and shirts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vizagapatam",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Vishakhapatnam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vlaardingen",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W Netherlands, in South Holland west of Rotterdam: the third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vlaardingen",1,1,1 ], "largest port in the Netherlands| Pop|: 81,785 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vladikavkaz",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1944) of Ordzhonikidze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vladimir",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union: capital of the principality of Vladimir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vladimir",1,1,1 ], "until the court transferred to Moscow in 1328| Pop|: 271,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vladimir",2,1,1 ], "called the Great| 956-1015, grand prince of Kiev (980-1015); first Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vladimir",2,1,1 ], "ruler of Russia| Feast day: July 15" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vladivostok",1,1,1 ], "Trans-Siberian Railway; the main Russian Pacific naval base since 1872 and chief Soviet port" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vladivostok",1,1,1 ], "a port in the extreme SE Soviet Union, on the Sea of Japan: terminus of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vladivostok",1,1,1 ], "in the Far East; university (1956)| Pop|: 511,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vlaminck",1,1,1 ], "1876-1958, French painter of the Fauve school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vlissingen",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for Flushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vlor",1,1,1 ], "Albanian independence was declared here in 1912| Pop|: 50,000 (1970 est|)| Ancient name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vlor",1,1,1 ], "Avlona" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vlor",1,1,1 ], "a port in SW Albania, on the Bay of Vlore: under Turkish rule from 1462 until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vlos",1,1,1 ], "a port in E Greece, in Thessaly on the Gulf of Volos (an inlet of the Aegean):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vlos",1,1,1 ], "the third largest port in Greece| Pop|: 51,290 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vltava",1,1,1 ], "German name: Moldau" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vltava",1,1,1 ], "a river in Czechoslovakia, rising in the Bohemian Forest and flowing generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vltava",1,1,1 ], "southeast and then north to the River Elbe near Melnik| Length: 434 km (270 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vlund",1,1,1 ], "the Scandinavian name of Wayland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vnern",1,1,1 ], "Kattegat| Area: 5585 sq| km (2156 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vnern",1,1,1 ], "a lake in SW Sweden: the largest lake in Sweden and W Europe; drains into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vogel",1,1,1 ], "(1873-75; 1876)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vogel",1,1,1 ], "Sir Julius| 1835-99, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vogul",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people living in W Siberia and NE Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vogul",1,1,2 ], "Hungarian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vogul",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Finno-Ugric family: related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voiotia",1,1,1 ], "Boeotia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Voiotia",1,1,1 ], "a department of E central Greece: corresponds to ancient Boeotia and part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voiotia",1,1,1 ], "ancient Phocis| Pop|: 114,675 (1971)| Area: 3173 sq| km (1225 sq| miles)| Ancient name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vojvodina",1,1,1 ], "an autonomous region of NE Yugoslavia, in N Serbia: a major agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vojvodina",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vojvodina",1,1,1 ], "region| Capital: Novi Sad| Pop|: 1,935,115 (1971)| Area: 22,489 sq| km (8683 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volapuk",1,1,1 ], "an artificial language based on English, French, German, Latin, etc|, invented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volapuk",1,1,1 ], "in 1880 by Johann Schleyer (1831-1912)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volcano Islands",1,1,1 ], "Japan in 1968| Area: about 28 sq| km (11 sq| miles)| Japanese name: Kazan Retto" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Volcano Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of three volcanic islands in the W Pacific, about 1100 km (700 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volcano Islands",1,1,1 ], "south of Japan: the largest is Iwo Jima, taken by U|S| forces in 1945 and returned to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volga",1,1,1 ], "a chain of small lakes to the Rybinsk Reservoir and south to the Caspian Sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volga",1,1,1 ], "a river in the W Soviet Union, rising in the Valdai Range and flowing through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volga",1,1,1 ], "through Volgograd: the longest river in Europe| Length: 3690 km (2293 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Volgograd",1,1,1 ], "Former names: Tsaritsyn (until 1925), Stalingrad (1925-61)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Volgograd",1,1,1 ], "German forces were defeated; major industrial centre| Pop|: 900,000 (1975 est|)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Volgograd",1,1,1 ], "a port in the W central Soviet Union, on the River Volga: scene of a major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volgograd",1,1,1 ], "engagement (1918) during the civil war and again in World War II (1942-43), in which the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volkslied",1,1,1 ], "a type of popular German folk song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vologda",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the NW central Soviet Union| Pop|: 212,000 (1975 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volsci",1,1,1 ], "a warlike people of ancient Latium, subdued by Rome in the fifth and fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volsci",1,1,1 ], "centuries b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volscian",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Volsci" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volscian",1,1,2 ], "the extinct language of the Volsci, closely related to Umbrian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volscian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Volsci or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volsung",1,1,1 ], "a great hero of Norse and Germanic legend and poetry who gave his name to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volsung",1,1,1 ], "race of warriors; father of Sigmund and Signy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volsung",1,1,2 ], "any member of his family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volsunga Saga",1,1,1 ], "a 13th-century Icelandic saga about the family of the Volsungs and the deeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volsunga Saga",1,1,1 ], "of Sigurd, related in theme and story to the Nibelungenlied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volta Redonda",1,1,1 ], "1941; site of South America's largest steelworks| Pop|: 120,645 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volta Redonda",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Brazil, in Rio de Janeiro state on the Paraiba River: founded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",1,1,1 ], "Ghana| Length: 480 km (300 miles);(including the Black Volta) 1600 km (1000 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",1,1,1 ], "Volta in N central Ghana: flows south to the Bight of Benin: the chief river of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Africa, formed by the confluence of the Black Volta and the White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",1,1,2 ], "Lake| an artificial lake in Ghana, extending 408 km (250 miles) upstream from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",1,1,2 ], "sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",1,1,2 ], "the Volta River Dam on the Volta River: completed in 1966| Area: 8482 sq| km (3275" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",2,1,1 ], "Count Alessandro | 1745-1827, Italian physicist after whom the volt is named|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",2,1,1 ], "He made important contributions to the theory of current electricity and invented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volta",2,1,1 ], "the voltaic pile (1800), the electrophorus (1775), and an electroscope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Republic of Upper Volta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaic",1,1,2 ], "denoting, belonging to, or relating to the Gur group of African languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaic",1,2,1 ], "this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaire",1,1,1 ], "18th-century Enlightenment| His major works include Lettres philosophiques (1734) and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaire",1,1,1 ], "belief in religious, political, and social liberty made him the embodiment of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaire",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym of Francois Marie Arouet| 1694-1778, French writer, whose outspoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaire",1,1,1 ], "satire Candide (1759)| He also wrote plays, such as Zaire (1732), poems, and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Voltaire",1,1,1 ], "scientific studies| He suffered several periods of banishment for his radical views" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Volturno",1,1,1 ], "(109 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Volturno",1,1,1 ], "Sea: scene of a battle (1860) during the wars for Italian unity, in which Garibaldi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volturno",1,1,1 ], "a river in S central Italy, flowing southeast and southwest to the Tyrrhenian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Volturno",1,1,1 ], "defeated the Neapolitans; German line of defence during World War II| Length: 175 km" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Volunteers of America",1,1,1 ], "Booth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Volunteers of America",1,1,1 ], "Salvation Army in organization and tenets, founded in New York City in 1896 by Ballington" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Volunteers of America",1,1,1 ], "a religious body aimed at reform and relief of human need and resembling the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voortrekker",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) one of the original Afrikaner settlers of the Transvaal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voortrekker",1,1,1 ], "the Orange Free State who migrated from the Cape Colony in the 1830s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Voortrekker",1,1,2 ], "a member of the Afrikaner youth movement founded in 1931" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vorarlberg",1,1,1 ], "Area: 2601 sq| km (1004 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vorarlberg",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous province of W Austria| Capital: Bregenz| Pop|: 271,473 (1971)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vorlage",1,1,1 ], "a position in which a skier leans forward but keeps his heels on the skis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voronezh",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union: engineering and chemical industries;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voronezh",1,1,1 ], "university (1918)| Pop|: 746,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Voroshilov",1,1,1 ], "1881-1969, Soviet military leader president of the Soviet Union (1953-60)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voroshilovgrad",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)| Former name (until 1935): Lugansk" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Voroshilovgrad",1,1,1 ], "Donbass mining region: established in 1795 as an iron-founding centre| Pop|: 432,000" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Voroshilovgrad",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, in the E Ukrainian SSR, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Voroshilovsk",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Stavropol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vorster",1,1,1 ], "born 1915, South African statesman; Nationalist prime minister 1966-68" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vortumnus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Vertumnus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vosges",1,1,1 ], "(4672 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vosges",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in E France, west of the Rhine valley| Highest peak: 1423 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vosges",1,1,2 ], "(1975)| Area: 5903 sq| km (2302 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vosges",1,1,2 ], "a department of NE France, in Lorraine region| Capital: Epinal| Pop|: 409,599" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vostok",1,1,1 ], "Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman in space" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vostok",1,1,1 ], "any of six manned Soviet spacecraft made to orbit the earth| Vostok 1," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vostok",1,1,1 ], "launched in April 1961, carried Yuri Gagarin, the first man in space;Vostok 6carried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Votyak",1,1,1 ], "Volga and the Urals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Votyak",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Finnish people living chiefly in the Udmurt ASSR, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Votyak",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Finno-Ugric family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vouvray",1,1,1 ], "a dry white wine, which can be still, sparkling, or semisparkling, produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vouvray",1,1,1 ], "around Touraine in the Loire valley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vtern",1,1,1 ], "Vanern by the Gota Canal; drains into the Baltic| Area: 1912 sq| km (738 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vtern",1,1,1 ], "a lake in S central Sweden: the second largest lake in Sweden; linked to Lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vt|",1,1,1 ], "Vermont" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vuelta Abajo",1,1,1 ], "a region of W Cuba: famous for its tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vuillard",1,1,1 ], "1868-1940, French painter and lithographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vulcan",1,1,1 ], "the Roman god of fire and metal-working| Greek counterpart: Hephaestus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vulcan",2,1,1 ], "a hypothetical planet once thought to lie within the orbit of Mercury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vulgar Latin",1,1,1 ], "Latin| The Romance languages developed from them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vulgar Latin",1,1,1 ], "any of the dialects of Latin spoken in the Roman Empire other than classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vulgate",1,1,1,1 ], "(from the 13th century onwards) the fourth-century version of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vulgate",1,1,1,1 ], "produced by Jerome, partly by translating the original languages, and partly by revising" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vulgate",1,1,1,1 ], "the earlier Latin text based on the Greek versions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vulgate",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vulgate",1,1,2 ], "the Vulgate version" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vulg|",1,1,1 ], "Vulgate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vul|",1,1,1 ], "Vulgate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vyatka",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1780-1934) of Kirov" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vyborg",1,1,1 ], "Viipuri|Swedish name: Viborg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Vyborg",1,1,1 ], "a port in the NW Soviet Union, at the head of Vyborg Bay (an inlet of the Gulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vyborg",1,1,1 ], "of Finland): belonged to Finland (1918-40)| Pop|: 51,088 (1959)| Finnish name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vyshinsky",1,1,1 ], "(1949-53)|He was public prosecutor (1935-38) at the trials held to purge Stalin's rivals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Vyshinsky",1,1,1 ], "1883-1954, Soviet jurist, statesman, and diplomat foreign minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Vyshinsky",1,1,1 ], "and was the Soviet representative at the United Nations (1945-49; 1953-54)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "V| Rev|",1,1,1 ], "Very Reverend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|",1,1,1 ], "Venerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|",1,1,2 ], "(in titles) Very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|",1,1,3 ], "(in titles) Vice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|",1,1,4 ], "Viscount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|A|",1,1,1 ], "Veterans' Administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|A|",1,1,2 ], "Vicar Apostolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|A|",1,1,3 ], "Vice Admiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|A|",1,1,4 ], "(Order of) Victoria and Albert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|A|D|",1,1,1 ], "Voluntary Aid Detachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|C|",1,1,1 ], "Vice Chairman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|C|",1,1,2 ], "Vice Chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|C|",1,1,3 ], "Vice Consul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|C|",1,1,4 ], "Victoria Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|C|",1,1,5 ], "Vietcong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|D|C|",1,1,1 ], "Volunteer Defence Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|F|",1,1,1 ], "video frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|G|",1,1,1 ], "Vicar General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|I|",1,1,1 ], "Vancouver Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|I|",1,1,2 ], "Virgin Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|I|P|",1,1,1 ], "very important person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|L|",1,1,1 ], "Vulgar Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|M|D|",1,1,1 ], "Doctor of Veterinary Medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|O|",1,1,1 ], "port and other dessert wines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V|O|",1,1,1 ], "very old: used to imply that a brandy or whisky is old, now often extended to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|P|",1,1,1 ], "Vice President" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|R|",1,1,1 ], "variant reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|R|",1,1,2 ], "Victoria Regina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|R|",1,1,3 ], "Volunteer Reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|S|",1,1,1 ], "Veterinary Surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|S|O|",1,1,1 ], "and 17 years old" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V|S|O|",1,1,1 ], "very superior old: used to indicate that a brandy, port, etc|, is between 12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|S|O|",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) Voluntary Service Overseas: an organization that sends young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|S|O|",1,1,2 ], "volunteers to use and teach their skills in developing countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V|S|O|P|",1,1,1 ], "20 and 25 years old" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "V|S|O|P|",1,1,1 ], "very superior old pale: used to indicate that a brandy, port, etc|, is between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "V|W|",1,1,1 ], "Very Worshipful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W star",1,1,1 ], "short for Wolf-Rayet star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W",1,1,1 ], "the fourth and final Pleistocene glaciation in Alpine Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W",1,1,1 ], "watt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W",1,1,2 ], "West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W",1,1,3 ], "work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W",1,1,4 ], "tungsten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W",1,1,5 ], "women's (size)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAAC",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Women's Army Auxiliary Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAAC",1,1,2 ], "a member of this corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAAF",1,1,1,1 ], "acronym for Women's Auxiliary Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAAF",1,1,1,2 ], "acronym for Women's Auxiliary Australian Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAAF",1,1,2 ], "a member of either of these forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAG",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for West Africa Gambia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Sierra Leone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAN",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for West Africa Nigeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAVES",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service: the women's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WAVES",1,1,1 ], "reserve of the U|S| navy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "WD",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WD",1,1,2 ], "Dominica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WG",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WG",1,1,2 ], "Grenada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WIPO",1,1,1 ], "acronym for World Intellectual Property Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WL",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WL",1,1,2 ], "St| Lucia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WLM",1,1,1 ], "women's liberation movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WNW",1,1,1 ], "west-northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WS",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Western Samoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WSW",1,1,1 ], "west-southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WV",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "WV",1,1,2 ], "St| Vincent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waadt",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Vaud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waal",1,1,1 ], "84 km (52 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waal",1,1,1 ], "a river in the central Netherlands: the S branch of the Lower Rhine| Length:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wabash",1,1,1 ], "a river in the E central U|S|, rising in W Ohio and flowing west and southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wabash",1,1,1 ], "to join the Ohio River in Indiana| Length: 764 km (475 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wace",1,1,1 ], "born 1100, Anglo-Norman poet; author of the Roman de Brut and Roman de Rou" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wad Medani",1,1,1 ], "a town in the E Sudan, on the Blue Nile: headquarters of the Gezira irrigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wad Medani",1,1,1 ], "scheme; agricultural research centre| Pop|: 110,108 (1973)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wadai",1,1,1 ], "a former independent sultanate of NE central Africa: now the E part of Chad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waddenzee",1,1,1 ], "Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waddenzee",1,1,1 ], "the part of the North Sea between the Dutch mainland and the West Frisian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wade",1,1,1 ], "born 1945, English tennis player: U|S| women's champion 1968; Wimbledon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wade",1,1,1 ], "women's champion 1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wadi Halfa",1,1,1 ], "a town in the N Sudan that was partly submerged by Lake Nasser: an important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wadi Halfa",1,1,1 ], "archaeological site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wafd",1,1,1 ], "a nationalist Egyptian political party: founded in 1924 and dissolved in 1952" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagga Wagga",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Australia, in New South Wales on the Murrumbidgee River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagga Wagga",1,1,1 ], "agricultural trading centre| Pop|: 32,510 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wagner",1,1,1 ], "Richard | 1813-83, German romantic composer noted chiefly for his invention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagner",1,1,1 ], "the music drama|His cycle of four such dramas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wagner",1,1,2 ], "The Ring of the Nibelung was produced at his own theatre in Bayreuth in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagner",1,1,3 ], "1876| His other operas include Tannhauser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagner",1,1,4 ], "(1845; revised 1861), Tristan and Isolde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagner",1,1,5 ], "(1865), and Parsifal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagner",1,1,6 ], "(1882)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagon",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wagram",1,1,1 ], "1809" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wagram",1,1,1 ], "a village in NE Austria: scene of the defeat of the Austrians by Napoleon in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wahhabi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a strictly conservative Muslim sect founded in the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wahhabi",1,1,1 ], "with the aim of eliminating all innovations later than the 3rd century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waikato",1,1,1 ], "Tasman Sea| Length: 350 km (220 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waikato",1,1,1 ], "the longest river in New Zealand, flowing northwest across North Island to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waikiki",1,1,1 ], "a resort area in Hawaii, on SE Oahu: a suburb of Honolulu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wailing Wall",1,1,1 ], "a place of pilgrimage, prayer, and lamentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wailing Wall",1,1,1 ], "a wall in Jerusalem, a remnant of the temple of Herod, held sacred by Jews as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wajda",1,1,1 ], "born 1926, Polish film director, best known for Ashes and Diamonds (1958)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wakashan",1,1,1 ], "Washington, including Kwakiutl and Nootka" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wakashan",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages of British Columbia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wakashan",1,1,2 ], "a speaker of any of these languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wakayama",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in S Japan, on S Honshu| Pop|: 387,204 (1974 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wake Island",1,1,1 ], "an atoll in the N central Pacific: claimed by the U|S| in 1899; developed as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wake Island",1,1,1 ], "civil and naval air station in the late 1930s| Area: 8 sq| km (3 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wakefield",1,1,1 ], "a city in N England, administrative centre of West Yorkshire: important since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wakefield",1,1,1 ], "medieval times as an agricultural and textile centre| Pop|: 59,650 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waksman",1,1,1 ], "1888-1973, U|S| microbiologist, born in Russia| He discovered streptomycin:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waksman",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for medicine 1952" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walach",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of Vlach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walachia",1,1,1 ], "a former principality of SE Europe: a vassal state of the Ottoman Empire from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walachia",1,1,1 ], "present-day Rumania" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Walachia",1,1,1 ], "the 15th century until its union with Moldavia in 1859, subsequently forming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walbrzych",1,1,1 ], "Waldenburg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walbrzych",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in SW Poland| Pop|: 127,500 (1974 est|)| German name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walcheren",1,1,1 ], "an island in the SW Netherlands, in the Scheldt estuary: administratively part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walcheren",1,1,1 ], "breached, and again in the floods of 1953| Area: 212 sq| km (82 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Walcheren",1,1,1 ], "of Zeeland province; suffered severely in World War II, when the dykes were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waldemar I",1,1,1 ], "(1169), increased the territory of Denmark, and established the hereditary rule of his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waldemar I",1,1,1 ], "called the Great| 1131-82, king of Denmark (1157-82)| He conquered the Wends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waldemar I",1,1,1 ], "line" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Waldenburg",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Walbrzych" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waldenses",1,1,1 ], "Catholic Church by Peter Waldo, a merchant of Lyons in the late 12th century, which in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waldenses",1,1,1 ], "the 16th century joined the Reformation movement" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Waldenses",1,1,1 ], "the members of a small sect founded as a reform movement within the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waldheim",1,1,1 ], "1971" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waldheim",1,1,1 ], "born 1918, Austrian diplomat secretary general of the United Nations since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waldorf salad",1,1,1 ], "a salad of diced apples, celery, and walnuts mixed with mayonnaise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waler",1,1,1 ], "a saddle horse originating in New South Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wales",1,1,1 ], "Britain; conquered by the English in 1282; parliamentary union with England took place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wales",1,1,1 ], "Cardiff| Pop|: 2,766,800 (1976 est|)| Area: 20,767 sq| km (8018 sq| miles)| Welsh name:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Wales",1,1,1 ], "Cymru" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Wales",1,1,1 ], "a principality that is part of the United Kingdom, in the west of Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wales",1,1,1 ], "chiefly agricultural, with an industrial and coal-mining area in the south| Capital:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wales",1,1,1 ], "in 1536| It consists mainly of moorlands and mountains and has an economy that is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Waley",1,1,1 ], "his translations of Chinese poetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waley",1,1,1 ], "original name Arthur Schloss| 1889-1966, English orientalist, best known for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walfish Bay",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Walvis Bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walhalla",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Valhalla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walkyrie",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Valkyrie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wall Street",1,1,1 ], "a street in lower Manhattan, New York, where the Stock Exchange and major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wall Street",1,1,1 ], "banks are situated, regarded as the embodiment of American finance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallaby",1,1,1 ], "a member of the international Rugby Union football team of Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace",1,1,1 ], "Alfred Russel| 1823-1913, British naturalist, whose work on the theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace",1,1,1 ], "natural selection influenced Charles Darwin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace",1,1,2 ], "Edgar| 1875-1932, English crime novelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace",1,1,3 ], "Sir Richard| 1818-90, English art collector and philanthropist| His bequest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace",1,1,3 ], "the nation forms the Wallace Collection, London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace",1,1,4 ], "England at Stirling (1297) but was routed at Falkirk (1298) and later executed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace",1,1,4 ], "Sir William| 1272-1305, Scottish patriot, who defeated the army of Edward I of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace's line",1,1,1 ], "the Macassar Strait, and SE of the Philippines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace's line",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical boundary between the Oriental and Australasian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallace's line",1,1,1 ], "zoogeographical regions, which runs between the Indonesian islands of Bali and Lombok, through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallachia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Walachia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallasey",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Merseyside on the Wirral Peninsula near the mouth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallasey",1,1,1 ], "the River Mersey, opposite Liverpool| Pop|: 97,061 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallenstein",1,1,1 ], "Adolphus" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wallenstein",1,1,1 ], "Years' War he won many successes until his defeat at Lutzen (1632) by Gustavus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wallenstein",1,1,1 ], "and statesman, born in Bohemia|As leader of the Hapsburg forces in the Thirty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallenstein",1,1,1 ], "duke of Friedland and Mecklenburg, prince of Sagan|1583-1634, German general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waller",1,1,1 ], "Edmund| 1606-87, English poet and politician, famous for his poem Go, Lovely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waller",1,1,1 ], "Rose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waller",1,1,2 ], "Thomas, called Fats| 1904-43, U|S| jazz pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallis and Futuna Islands",1,1,1 ], "Mata-Utu| Pop|: 8546 (1969)| Area: 367 sq| km (143 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wallis and Futuna Islands",1,1,1 ], "a French overseas territory in the SW Pacific, west of Samoa| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallis",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Valais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walloon",1,1,1 ], "a member of a French-speaking people living chiefly in S Belgium and adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walloon",1,1,1 ], "parts of France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walloon",1,1,2 ], "the French dialect of Belgium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walloon",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Walloons or their dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallsend",1,1,1 ], "a town in NE England, in Tyne and Wear on the River Tyne: situated at the E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wallsend",1,1,1 ], "end of Hadrian's Wall; shipbuilding| Pop|: 45,793 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walpole",1,1,1 ], "Horace, 4th Earl of Orford| 1717-97, English writer, noted for his letters and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walpole",1,1,1 ], "The Castle of Otranto (1764)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Walpole",1,1,1 ], "for his delight in the Gothic, as seen in his house Strawberry Hill and his novel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walpole",1,1,2 ], "As first lord of the Treasury and Chancellor of the Exchequer (1721-42) he was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walpole",1,1,2 ], "effectively Britain's first prime minister" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Walpole",1,1,2 ], "his father, Sir Robert, 1st Earl of Orford| 1676-1745, English Whig statesman|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walpurgis Night",1,1,1 ], "sabbath on the Brocken, in the Harz Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walpurgis Night",1,1,1 ], "the eve of May 1, believed in German folklore to be the night of a witches'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walsall",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walsall",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in central England, in the West Midlands| Pop|: 184,606" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walsingham",1,1,1 ], "Elizabeth I he developed a system of domestic and foreign espionage and uncovered several" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walsingham",1,1,1 ], "Sir Francis| 1530-90, English statesman| As secretary of state (1573-90) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walsingham",1,1,1 ], "plots against the Queen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Walter",1,1,1 ], "Bruno , original name Bruno Walter Schlesinger| 1876-1962, U|S| conductor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walter",1,1,1 ], "born in Germany: famous for his performances of Haydn, Mozart, and Mahler|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walter",1,1,2 ], "(1785), which in 1788 became The Times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walter",1,1,2 ], "John| 1739-1812, English publisher; founded The Daily Universal Register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waltham Forest",1,1,1 ], "a borough of NE Greater London| Pop|: 223,700 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walther von der Vogelweide",1,1,1 ], "1170-1230, German minnesinger, noted for his lyric verse on political and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walther von der Vogelweide",1,1,1 ], "moral themes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,1 ], "Cockcroft, with whom he shared the Nobel prize for physics (1951)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,1 ], "Ernest Thomas Sinton| born 1903, Irish physicist| He succeeded in producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,1 ], "the first artificial transmutation of an atomic nucleus (1932) with Sir John" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,2 ], "Izaak | 1593-1683, English writer, best known for The Compleat Angler (1653;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,2 ], "enlarged 1676)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,3 ], "Sir William born 1902, English composer| His works include Facade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,4 ], "(1923), a setting of satirical verses by Edith Sitwell, theViola Concerto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,5 ], "(1929), and the oratorio Belshazzar's Feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walton",1,1,6 ], "(1931)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walvis Bay",1,1,1 ], "Province, South Africa, covering an area of 1124 sq| km (434 sq| miles) with its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Walvis Bay",1,1,1 ], "West Africa and rich fishing centre| Pop|: 16,490 (1961)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Walvis Bay",1,1,1 ], "a port in South West Africa, on the Atlantic: forms an exclave of Cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Walvis Bay",1,1,1 ], "hinterland, but has been administered by South West Africa since 1922; chief port of South" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wal|",1,1,1 ], "Walloon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wanchan",1,1,1 ], "a former name of Changchiakow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wandering Jew",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval legend) a character condemned to roam the world eternally because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wandering Jew",1,1,1 ], "he mocked Christ on the day of the Crucifixion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wanderjahr",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a year in which an apprentice travelled to improve his skills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wandsworth",1,1,1 ], "a borough of S Greater London, on the River Thames| Pop|: 284,600 (1976 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wanganui",1,1,1 ], "a port in New Zealand, on SW North Island: centre for a dairy-farming and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wanganui",1,1,1 ], "sheep-rearing district| Pop|: 35,782 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wanhsien",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 100,000 (1953 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wanhsien",1,1,1 ], "an inland port in central China, in E Szechwan province, on the Yangtze River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wankie",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Rhodesia: coal mines| Pop|: 22,710 (1972 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wanne-Eickel",1,1,1 ], "Rhine-Herne Canal: formed in 1926 by the merging of two townships| Pop|: 98,800 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wanne-Eickel",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "War Between the States",1,1,1 ], "the American Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "War of 1812",1,1,1 ], "a war between Great Britain and the U|S|, fought chiefly along the Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "War of 1812",1,1,1 ], "border (1812-14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "War of American Independence",1,1,1 ], "British and American forces clashed at Lexington and Concord| Articles of Confederation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "War of American Independence",1,1,1 ], "British rule, particularly on the issue of taxation| Hostilities began in 1775 when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "War of American Independence",1,1,1 ], "agreed in the Continental Congress in 1777 provided for a confederacy to be known as" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "War of American Independence",1,1,1 ], "the British at Yorktown in 1781 and peace was signed at Paris in Sept| 1783" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "War of American Independence",1,1,1 ], "the United States of America| The war was effectively ended with the surrender of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "War of American Independence",1,1,1 ], "the conflict following the revolt of the North American colonies against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "War of Secession",1,1,1 ], "another name for the (American)Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Austrian Succession",1,1,1 ], "Austrian throne and against the territorial aims of Prussia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Austrian Succession",1,1,1 ], "Prussia, France, and Spain in support of the right of succession of Maria Theresa to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Austrian Succession",1,1,1 ], "the war (1740-48) fought by Austria, Britain, and the Netherlands against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Grand Alliance",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands, and Austria, against Louis XIV of France, following his invasion (1688) of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Grand Alliance",1,1,1 ], "Palatinate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Grand Alliance",1,1,1 ], "the war (1689-97) waged by the Grand Alliance, led by Britain, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Spanish Succession",1,1,1 ], "succession to the Spanish throne" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Spanish Succession",1,1,1 ], "the one side and France, Spain, and Bavaria on the other over the disputed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "War of the Spanish Succession",1,1,1 ], "the war (1701-14) between Austria, Britain, Prussia, and the Netherlands on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warangal",1,1,1 ], "Hindu kingdom| Pop|: 207,520 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warangal",1,1,1 ], "a city in S central India, in N Andhra Pradesh: capital of a 12th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warbeck",1,1,1 ], "1474-99, Flemish impostor, pretender to the English throne|Professing to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warbeck",1,1,1 ], "Richard, Duke of York, he led an unsuccessful rising against Henry VII (1497) and was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warbeck",1,1,1 ], "later executed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ward",1,1,1 ], "Sir Joseph George| 1856-1930, New Zealand statesman; prime minister of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ward",1,1,1 ], "Zealand (1906-12; 1928-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warhol",1,1,1 ], "art" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warhol",1,1,1 ], "born 1930, U|S| artist and film maker; one of the foremost exponents of pop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warley",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in W central England, in the West Midlands: formed in 1966" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warley",1,1,1 ], "by the amalgamation of Smethwick, Oldbury, and Rowley Regis| Pop|: 163,388 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warren",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Michigan, northeast of Detroit| Pop|: 175,927 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warren",2,1,1 ], "1891-1974, U|S| lawyer; chief justice of the U|S| (1953-69)| He chaired the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warren",2,1,1 ], "commission that investigated the murder of President Kennedy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warrington",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW England, in N Cheshire on the River Mersey: dates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warrington",1,1,1 ], "from Roman times| Pop|: 127,532 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wars of the Roses",1,1,1 ], "between the house of York (symbolized by the white rose) and the house of Lancaster (of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wars of the Roses",1,1,1 ], "the conflicts in England (1455-85) centred on the struggle for the throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wars of the Roses",1,1,1 ], "which one badge was the red rose)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw Pact",1,1,1 ], "a military treaty and association of E European countries, formed in 1955," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw Pact",1,1,1 ], "and Rumania" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw Pact",1,1,1 ], "consisting of the Soviet Union, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, East Germany, Hungary, Poland," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw",1,1,1 ], "1,400,000 (1974 est|)| Polish name: Warszawa (var!#sava)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw",1,1,1 ], "capital at the end of the 16th century; almost completely destroyed in World War II as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Poland, in the E central part on the River Vistula: became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw",1,1,1 ], "the main centre of the Polish resistance movement; rebuilt within about six years;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Warsaw",1,1,1 ], "university (1818); situated at the junction of important trans-European routes| Pop|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Warta",1,1,1 ], "Plain to the River Oder| Length: 808 km (502 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warta",1,1,1 ], "a river in Poland, flowing generally north and west across the whole W Polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wartburg",1,1,1 ], "a medieval castle in East Germany, in Thuringia southwest of Eisenach:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wartburg",1,1,1 ], "residence of Luther (1521-22) when he began his German translation of the New Testament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warwick",1,1,1 ], "Avon: university (1965)| Pop|: 18,289 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warwick",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, administrative centre of Warwickshire, on the River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warwick",2,1,1 ], "(1461) for Edward IV, and then for the Lancastrians, restoring Henry VI (1470)| He was" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Warwick",2,1,1 ], "During the Wars of the Roses, he fought first for the Yorkists, securing the throne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warwick",2,1,1 ], "killed at Barnet by Edward IV" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Warwick",2,1,1 ], "title of Richard Neville, called the Kingmaker| 1428-71, English statesman|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warwickshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of central England: until 1974, when the West Midlands metropolitan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Warwickshire",1,1,1 ], "county was created, it contained one of the most highly industrialized regions in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Warwickshire",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 2028 sq| km (783 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Warwickshire",1,1,1 ], "world, centred on Birmingham| Administrative centre: Warwick| Pop|: 471,000 (1976" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "War|",1,1,1 ], "Warwickshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wasatch Range",1,1,1 ], "Mount Timpanogos, 3581 m (11,750 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wasatch Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the W central U|S|, in N Utah and SE Idaho| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wash",1,1,1 ], "Lincolnshire and Norfolk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wash",1,1,1 ], "a shallow inlet of the North Sea on the E coast of England, between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington Island",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 437 (1968)| Area: 13 sq| km (5 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the central Pacific, in the Line Islands: coconut plantations|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington palm",1,1,1 ], "a palm tree, Washingtonia filifera, of California and Florida, having large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington palm",1,1,1 ], "fan-shaped leaves and small black fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Olympia| Pop|: 3,409,169 (1970)| Area: 172,416 sq| km (66,570 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,1 ], "a state of the northwestern U|S|, on the Pacific: consists of the Coast Range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,1 ], "and the Olympic Mountains in the west and the Columbia Plateau in the east|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,2 ], "1790; contains the White House and the Capitol; a major educational and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,2 ], "administrative centre| Pop|: 723,000 (1974 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,2 ], "situated near the E coast on the Potomac River: site chosen by President Washington in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,2 ], "the capital of the U|S|, coextensive with the District of Columbia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,3 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,3 ], "a town in Co| Durham: designated a new town in 1964; coal-mining| Pop|: 25,269" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,4 ], "Mount| a mountain in N New Hampshire, in the White Mountains: the highest peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,4 ], "ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,4 ], "in the northeast U|S|; noted for extreme weather conditions| Height: 1917 m (6288" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,5 ], "Lake| a lake in W Washington, forming the E boundary of the city of Seattle:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,5 ], "linked by canal with Puget Sound| Length: about 32 km (20 miles)| Width: 6 km (4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",1,1,5 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",2,1,1 ], "Booker T 1856-1915, U|S| Negro educationalist and writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",2,1,2 ], "(1789-97)| He was appointed commander in chief of the Continental Army (1775) at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",2,1,2 ], "George| 1732-99, U|S| general and statesman; first president of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",2,1,2 ], "at Yorktown (1781)| He presided over the convention at Philadelphia (1787) that" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",2,1,2 ], "formulated the constitution of the U|S| and elected him president" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Washington",2,1,2 ], "outbreak of the War of American Independence, which ended with his defeat of Cornwallis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wash|",1,1,1 ], "Washington" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wasp",1,1,1 ], "a person descended from N European, usually Protestant stock, forming a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wasp",1,1,1 ], "often considered the most dominant, privileged, and influential in American society|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wassermann test",1,1,1 ], "a diagnostic test for syphilis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wast Water",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria in the Lake District| Length: 5 km (3 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watch Committee",1,1,1 ], "a local government committee composed of magistrates and representatives of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watch Committee",1,1,1 ], "force" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Watch Committee",1,1,1 ], "the county borough council responsible for the efficiency of the local police" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Water Carrier",1,1,1 ], "the constellation Aquarius, the 11th sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waterford",1,1,1 ], "a county of S Ireland, in Munster province on the Atlantic: mountainous in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waterford",1,1,1 ], "centre and in the northwest| County town: Waterford| Pop|: 77,315 (1971)| Area: 1838" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waterford",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (710 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Waterford",1,1,2 ], "a port in S Ireland, county town of Co| Waterford: famous glass industry;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waterford",1,1,2 ], "fishing| Pop|: 31,968 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watergate",1,1,1 ], "The consequent political scandal was exacerbated by attempts to conceal the fact" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Watergate",1,1,1 ], "an incident during the 1972 U|S| presidential campaign, when a group of agents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watergate",1,1,1 ], "employed by the re-election organization of President Richard Nixon were caught breaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watergate",1,1,1 ], "into the Democratic Party headquarters in the Watergate building, Washington, D|C|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Watergate",1,1,1 ], "that senior White House officials had approved the burglery, and eventually forced" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Watergate",1,1,1 ], "the resignation of President Nixon" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Waterhouse",1,1,1 ], "1824-1906, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister of New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waterhouse",1,1,1 ], "Zealand (1872-73)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waterloo",1,1,1 ], "(1815) fought nearby in which British and Prussian forces under the Duke of Wellington" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waterloo",1,1,1 ], "17,764 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Waterloo",1,1,1 ], "a small town in central Belgium, in Brabant province south of Brussels: battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waterloo",1,1,1 ], "and Blucher routed the French under Napoleon, who was thus finally defeated| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Waterloo",1,1,2 ], "a total or crushing defeat (esp| in the phrase meet one's Waterloo)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watford",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in SW Hertfordshire: printing| Pop|: 78,117 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watling Island",1,1,1 ], "another name for San Salvador Island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watson",1,1,1 ], "Crick and Maurice Wilkins in 1962" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Watson",1,1,1 ], "James Dewey| born 1928, U|S| biologist, whose contribution to the discovery of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watson",1,1,1 ], "the helical structure of DNA won him a Nobel prize for medicine shared with Francis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watson",1,1,2 ], "John Broadus | 1878-1958, U|S| psychologist; a leading exponent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watson",1,1,2 ], "behaviourism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watson",1,1,3 ], "John Christian| 1867-1941, Australian statesman, born in Chile: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watson",1,1,3 ], "of Australia (1904)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watson-Watt",1,1,1 ], "Sir Robert Alexander| 1892-1973, Scottish physicist, who played a leading role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watson-Watt",1,1,1 ], "in the development of radar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watt",1,1,1 ], "1736-1819, Scottish engineer and inventor| His fundamental improvements to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watt",1,1,1 ], "steam engine led to the widespread use of steam power in industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watteau back",1,1,1 ], "a section at the back of a woman's dress that is caught in pleats or gathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watteau back",1,1,1 ], "at the neck and falls unbelted to the floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watteau",1,1,1 ], "1684-1721, French painter, esp| of fetes champ etres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wattenscheid",1,1,1 ], "Essen| Pop|: 81,200 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wattenscheid",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia east of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watts",1,1,1 ], "George Frederick|1817-1904, English painter and sculptor, noted esp| for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watts",1,1,1 ], "London" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Watts",1,1,1 ], "painting Hope (1886)and his sculpture Physical Energy (1904) in Kensington Gardens," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Watts",1,1,2 ], "Isaac| 1674-1748, English hymn-writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Watusi",1,1,1 ], "a member of a cattle-owning Negroid people of Rwanda and Burundi in Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waugh",1,1,1 ], "(1928), Vile Bodies (1930), A Handful of Dust (1934), and Scoop (1938)| His later" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Waugh",1,1,1 ], "1903-66, English novelist| His early satirical novels include Decline and Fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waugh",1,1,1 ], "Surrender (1961)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Waugh",1,1,1 ], "War II Men at Arms (1952), Officers and Gentlemen (1955), and Unconditional" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Waugh",1,1,1 ], "novels include the more sombre Brideshead Revisited (1945) and the trilogy of World" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wayland",1,1,1 ], "a smith, artificer, and king of the elves in European folklore| Scandinavian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wayland",1,1,1 ], "name: Volund|German name: Wieland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wayne",1,1,1 ], "Grit (1969)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wayne",1,1,1 ], "for his many Westerns, which include Stagecoach (1939), The Alamo (1960), and True" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wayne",1,1,1 ], "original name Marion Michael Morrison| born 1907, U|S| film actor, noted esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Waziristan",1,1,1 ], "a mountainous region of N Pakistan, on the border with Afghanistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wb",1,1,1 ], "weber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wburg",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 113,450 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in S West Germany, in NW Bavaria on the River Main: university (1582)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weald",1,1,1 ], "North Downs and the South Downs: formerly forested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weald",1,1,1 ], "a region of SE England, in Kent, Surrey, and East and West Sussex between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wear",1,1,1 ], "a river in NE England, rising in NW Durham and flowing southwest then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wear",1,1,1 ], "northwest to the North Sea at Sunderland| Length: 105 km (65 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Webb",1,1,1 ], "Baron Passfield| 1859-1947, English economist, social historian, and Fabian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Webb",1,1,1 ], "English Local Government (1906-29), helped found the London School of Economics (1895)," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Webb",1,1,1 ], "and started the New Statesman (1913)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Webb",1,1,1 ], "social and economic problems, collaborated in The History of Trade Unionism (1894) and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Webb",1,1,1 ], "socialist| He and his wife (Martha)Beatrice (n'ee Potter), 1858-1943, English writer on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,1 ], "(1821), Euryanthe (1823), and Oberon (1826)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,1 ], "1786-1826, German composer and conductor| His three romantic operas are Der Freischutz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,1 ], "Baron Carl Maria Friedrich Ernst von (karl ma!ri$:a !fri$:dr$Ic $ernst f@$n)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,2 ], "Ernst Heinrich ($ernst !ha$Inr$Ic)| 1795-1878, German physiologist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,2 ], "anatomist| He introduced the psychological concept of the just noticeable difference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,2 ], "between stimuli" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,3 ], "Max (maks)| 1864-1920, German economist and sociologist, best known for The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,3 ], "Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism (1904-05)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,4 ], "Wilhelm Eduard , brother of Ernst Heinrich Weber| 1804-91, German physicist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weber",1,1,4 ], "who conducted research into electricity and magnetism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Webster",1,1,1 ], "Daniel| 1782-1852, U|S| politician and orator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Webster",1,1,2 ], "Devil (??1612) and The Duchess of Malfi (??1613)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Webster",1,1,2 ], "John| 1580-1625, English dramatist, noted for his revenge tragedies The White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Webster",1,1,3 ], "English Language (1828)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Webster",1,1,3 ], "Noah| 1758-1843, U|S| lexicographer, famous for his American Dictionary of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weddell Sea",1,1,1 ], "an arm of the S Atlantic in Antarctica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wedekind",1,1,1 ], "(1891) and Pandora's Box (1904), bitterly satirize the sexual repressiveness of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wedekind",1,1,1 ], "1864-1918, German dramatist, whose plays, such as The Awakening of Spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wedekind",1,1,1 ], "society" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a pale blue or greyish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood",1,1,1,1 ], "Wedgwood factory, near Stoke-on-Trent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood",1,1,1,1 ], "pottery produced, esp| during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood",1,1,1,2 ], "coloured ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood",1,1,1,2 ], "such pottery having applied classical decoration in white on a blue or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood",1,2,1,1 ], "relating to pottery made at the Wedgwood factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wedgwood",1,2,1,2 ], "characteristic of such pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wednesday",1,1,1 ], "the fourth day of the week; third day of the working week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weelkes",1,1,1 ], "1575-1623, English composer of madrigals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wehrmacht",1,1,1 ], "the armed services of the German Third Reich from 1935 to 1945" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weichsel",1,1,1 ], "the German name for the Vistula ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weihai",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE China, in NE Shantung on the Yellow Sea: leased to Britain as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weihai",1,1,1 ], "naval base (1898-1930)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weimar Republic",1,1,1 ], "1933" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weimar Republic",1,1,1 ], "the German republic that existed from 1919 to Hitler's accession to power in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weimar",1,1,1 ], "63,361 (1972 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weimar",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW East Germany: a cultural centre in the 18th and early 19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weimar",1,1,1 ], "centuries; scene of the adoption (1919) of the constitution of the Weimar Republic| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weimaraner",1,1,1 ], "an old breed of hound, having a grey usually smooth coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weismannism",1,1,1 ], "and that characteristics acquired during the lifetime of the organism are not" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weismannism",1,1,1 ], "inherited" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Weismannism",1,1,1 ], "states that all inheritable characteristics are transmitted by the reproductive cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weismannism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine of the continuity of the germ plasm| This theory of heredity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weisshorn",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S Switzerland, in the Pennine Alps| Height: 4505 m (14,781 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weizmann",1,1,1 ], "1874-1952, Israeli statesman, born in Russia|As a leading Zionist, he was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weizmann",1,1,1 ], "Israel (1949-52)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weizmann",1,1,1 ], "largely responsible for securing the Balfour Declaration (1917) first president of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welch",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of Welsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welch",2,1,1 ], "born 1942, U|S| film actress, widely regarded as a sex symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weld",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frederick Aloysius| 1823-91, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weld",1,1,1 ], "minister of New Zealand (1864-65)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welkom",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| &2945" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welkom",1,1,1 ], "a town in central South Africa, in the Orange Free State| Pop|: 131,767" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welland Canal",1,1,1 ], "a canal in S Canada, in Ontario, linking Lake Erie to Lake Ontario: part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welland Canal",1,1,1 ], "the St| Lawrence Seaway, with eight locks| Length: 44 km (28 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welles",1,1,1 ], "(George)Orson| born 1915, U|S| film director, actor, and producer|His Citizen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welles",1,1,1 ], "Kane (1941) and The Magnificent Ambersons (1942) are regarded as film classics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wellesley",1,1,1 ], "Arthur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellesley",1,1,2 ], "India" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wellesley",1,1,2 ], "administrator| As governor general of Bengal (1797-1805) he consolidated British power in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wellesley",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Richard Colley, Marquis Wellesley| 1760-1842, British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellesz",1,1,1 ], "1885-1974, British composer, born in Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellingborough",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in Northamptonshire| Pop|: 37,589 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington boots",1,1,1 ], "conditions| Often shortened to wellies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington boots",1,1,1 ], "knee-length or calf-length rubber or rubberized boots, worn esp| in wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington boots",1,1,2 ], "military leather boots covering the front of the knee but cut away at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington boots",1,1,2 ], "to allow easier bending of the knee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",1,1,1 ], "(10,870 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of New Zealand, on SW North Island: chief livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",1,1,1 ], "producer in New Zealand| Capital: Wellington| Pop|: 552,640 (1971)| Area: 28,153 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",1,1,2 ], "the capital of New Zealand, a port on S North Island: became capital in 1865;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",1,1,2 ], "university (1897)| Pop|: 141,000 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",2,1,1 ], "Peninsular War (1808-14) and routed Napoleon at Waterloo (1815)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",2,1,1 ], "minister (1828-30)| He was given command of the British forces against the French in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wellington",2,1,1 ], "title of Arthur Wellesley| 1769-1852, British soldier and statesman; prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wells",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW England, in Somerset: 12th-century cathedral| Pop|: 8586 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wels",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wels",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in N central Austria, in Upper Austria| Pop|: 47,279" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsbach burner",1,1,1 ], "a type of gaslight in which a mantle containing thorium and cerium compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsbach burner",1,1,1 ], "becomes incandescent when heated by a gas flame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh corgi",1,1,1 ], "another name for corgi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh dresser",1,1,1 ], "a sideboard with drawers and cupboards below and open shelves above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh harp",1,1,1 ], "a type of harp in which the strings are arranged in three rows, used esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh harp",1,1,1 ], "the accompaniment of singing, improvisation on folk tunes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh mountain pony",1,1,1 ], "a small sturdy but graceful breed of pony used mostly for riding, originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh mountain pony",1,1,1 ], "from Wales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh poppy",1,1,1 ], "a perennial W European papaveraceous plant, Meconopsis cambrica, with large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh poppy",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh rabbit",1,1,1 ], "a savoury dish consisting of melted cheese sometimes mixed with milk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh rabbit",1,1,1 ], "seasonings, etc|, on hot buttered toast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh springer spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a red-and-white breed of spaniel slightly smaller than the English springer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh springer spaniel",1,1,1 ], "spaniel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh terrier",1,1,1 ], "a wire-haired breed of terrier with a black-and-tan coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh",1,1,1 ], "language, or their dialect of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Wales, its people, their Celtic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh",1,2,1 ], "a language of Wales, belonging to the S Celtic branch of the Indo-European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh",1,2,1 ], "family| Welsh shows considerable diversity between dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh",1,2,2 ], "the Welsh| the natives or inhabitants of Wales collectively|Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welsh",1,2,3 ], "(rare): Welch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weltanschauung",1,1,1 ], "a comprehensive view or personal philosophy of human life and the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weltpolitik",1,1,1 ], "the policy of participation in world affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weltschmerz",1,1,1 ], "sadness or melancholy at the evils of the world; world-weariness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welwyn Garden City",1,1,1 ], "a town in SE England, in Hertfordshire: established (1920) as a planned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Welwyn Garden City",1,1,1 ], "industrial and residential community| Pop|: 40,369 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wembley",1,1,1 ], "part of the Greater London borough of Brent: site of the English national" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wembley",1,1,1 ], "soccer stadium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wenceslaus",1,1,1 ], "1361-1419, Holy Roman Emperor (1378-1400) and, as Wenceslaus IV, king of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wenceslaus",1,1,1 ], "Bohemia (1378-1419)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wenceslaus",1,1,2 ], "Saint, called Good King Wenceslaus| 907-929, duke of Bohemia (??925-29);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wenceslaus",1,1,2 ], "patron saint of Czechoslovakia| Feast day: Sept| 28" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wend",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in medieval European history) a Sorb a member of the Slavonic people who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wend",1,1,1 ], "conquered by Germanic invaders by the 12th century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wend",1,1,1 ], "inhabited the area between the Rivers Saale and Oder in the early Middle Ages and were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wendish",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Wends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wendish",1,2,1 ], "the West Slavonic language of the Wends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wendy house",1,1,1 ], "a small model house that children can enter and play in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Werner",1,1,1 ], "1866-1919, Swiss chemist, born in Germany|He developed a coordination theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Werner",1,1,1 ], "of the valency of inorganic complexes: Nobel prize for chemistry 1913" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weser",1,1,1 ], "477 km (196 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weser",1,1,1 ], "a river in N West Germany: flows northwest to the North Sea at Bremerhaven and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weser",1,1,1 ], "is linked by the Mittelland Canal to the Ems, Rhine, and Elbe waterways| Length:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wesermde",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1947) of Bremerhaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wesker",1,1,1 ], "(1959) and Chips With Everything (1962)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wesker",1,1,1 ], "born 1932, English dramatist, noted for his socialist plays, such as Roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wesley",1,1,1 ], "Charles| 1707-88, English Methodist preacher and writer of hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wesley",1,1,2 ], "his brother John| 1703-91, English preacher, who founded Methodism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wesleyan",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or deriving from John Wesley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wesleyan",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing Methodism, esp| in its original form or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wesleyan",1,1,2 ], "upheld by the branch of the Methodist Church known as the Wesleyan Methodists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wesleyan",1,2,1 ], "a follower of John Wesley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wesleyan",1,2,2 ], "a member of the Methodist Church or (formerly) of the Wesleyan Methodists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wessex",1,1,1 ], "English kingdom by the 10th century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wessex",1,1,1 ], "an Anglo-Saxon kingdom in S and SW England that became the most powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Atlantic",1,1,1 ], "the W part of the Atlantic Ocean, esp| the N Atlantic around North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Atlantic",1,1,2 ], "a branch of the Niger-Congo family of African languages, spoken in Senegal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Atlantic",1,1,2 ], "in scattered areas eastwards, including Fulani and Wolof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Atlantic",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this group of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Bengal",1,1,1 ], "(Chandernagor), and 1956 ( part of Bihar); mostly low-lying and crossed by the Hooghly River|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Bengal",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Calcutta| Pop|: 44,312,011 (1971)| Area: 87,617 sq| km (33,829 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "West Bengal",1,1,1 ], "a state of E India, on the Bay of Bengal: formed in 1947 from the Hindu area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Bengal",1,1,1 ], "of Bengal; additional territories added in 1950 (Cooch Behar), 1954" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Berlin",1,1,1 ], "the part of Berlin under U|S|, British, and French control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Bromwich",1,1,1 ], "a town in central England, in the West Midlands: coal-mining and industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Bromwich",1,1,1 ], "centre| Pop|: 166,626 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Coast jazz",1,1,1 ], "a type of cool jazz displaying a soft intimate sound, regular rhythms, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Coast jazz",1,1,1 ], "tendency to incorporate academic classical devices into jazz, such as fugue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Country",1,1,1 ], "the southwest of England, esp| Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West End",1,1,1 ], "a part of W central London containing the main shopping and entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West End",1,1,1 ], "areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Flanders",1,1,1 ], "Bruges| Pop|: 1,071,604 (1975 est|)| Area: 3132 sq| km (1209 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Flanders",1,1,1 ], "a province of W Belgium: the country's chief agricultural province| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Germanic",1,1,1 ], "Dutch, Flemish, Afrikaans, Low German, German, Yiddish, and their associated dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Germanic",1,1,1 ], "a subbranch of the Germanic languages that consists of English, Frisian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Germany",1,1,1 ], "248,574 sq| km (95,975 sq| miles)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "West Germany",1,1,1 ], "Protestant majority| Currency: mark| Capital: Bonn| Pop|: 61,832,000 (1975 est|)| Area:" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "West Germany",1,1,1 ], "a republic in N central Europe, on the North Sea: established in 1949 from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Germany",1,1,1 ], "north, with plateaus and uplands (including the Black Forest and the Bavarian Alps) in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "West Germany",1,1,1 ], "the Germans; a member of the Common Market| It consists of a low-lying plain in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Germany",1,1,1 ], "the centre and south| Language: German| Religion: Christian, with a slight" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "West Germany",1,1,1 ], "zones of Germany occupied by the British, Americans, and French after the defeat of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "816 sq| km (318 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "a county in S Wales, formed in 1974 from part of Glamorgan and the county" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Glamorgan",1,1,1 ], "borough of Swansea| Administrative centre: Swansea| Pop|: 371,900 (1976 est|)| Area:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Hartlepool",1,1,1 ], "a former town in NE England, in Cleveland: part of Hartlepool since 1967" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Indies",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic: consists of the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles, and the Bahamas; largest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Indies",1,1,1 ], "an archipelago off Central America, extending over 2400 km (1500 miles) in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Indies",1,1,1 ], "arc from the peninsula of Florida to Venezuela, separating the Caribbean from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Indies",1,1,1 ], "island is Cuba| Area: over 235,000 sq| km (91,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "West Irian",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands New Guinea|Indonesian name: Irian Jaya" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "West Irian",1,1,1 ], "province of Indonesia in 1963| Capital: Djajapura| Pop|: 923,440 (1971)| Area: 416,990" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Irian",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (161,000 sq| miles)| Former names (until 1963): Dutch New Guinea," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Irian",1,1,1 ], "the W part of the island of New Guinea: formerly under Dutch rule, becoming a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Lothian",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of central Scotland, now part of Lothian region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Midlands",1,1,1 ], "Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, Sandwell, Birmingham, Solihull, and Coventry| Administrative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Midlands",1,1,1 ], "a metropolitan county of central England, comprising the districts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Midlands",1,1,1 ], "centre: Wolverhampton| Pop|: 2,743,300 (1976 est|)| Area: 899 sq| km (347 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Pakistan",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until the end of 1971) of Pakistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Point",1,1,1 ], "Academy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Point",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| Army installation in New York State that houses the U|S| Military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Prussia",1,1,1 ], "German name: Westpreussen " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Prussia",1,1,1 ], "a former province of NE Prussia, on the Baltic: assigned to Poland in 1945|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Riding",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) an administrative division of Yorkshire, now contained in West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Riding",1,1,1 ], "Yorkshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Sussex",1,1,1 ], "Administrative centre: Chichester| Pop|: 623,400 (1976 est|)| Area: 2064 sq| km (797 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Sussex",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE England, comprising part of the former county of Sussex|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Sussex",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Virginia",1,1,1 ], "American Civil War (1861); consists chiefly of the Allegheny Plateau; bounded on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Virginia",1,1,1 ], "Area: 62,341 sq| km (24,070 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "West Virginia",1,1,1 ], "a state of the eastern U|S|: part of Virginia until the outbreak of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West Virginia",1,1,1 ], "west by the Ohio River; coal-mining| Capital: Charleston| Pop|: 1,744,237 (1970)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "2,072,500 (1976 est|)| Area: 2038 sq| km (787 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "West Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "Leeds, Calderdale, Kirklees, and Wakefield| Administrative centre: Wakefield| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "a metropolitan county of N England, comprising the districts of Bradford," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,1 ], "East or Orient; the Occident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,1 ], "the western part of the world contrasted historically and culturally with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,2 ], "Communist states of the East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,2 ], "the non-Communist countries of Europe and America contrasted with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,3,1 ], "that part of the U|S| lying approximately to the west of the Mississippi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,3,2 ], "(during the Colonial period) the region outside the 13 colonies, lying mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,3,2 ], "to the west of the Alleghenies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,4 ], "(in the ancient and medieval world) the Western Roman Empire and, later, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,1,4 ], "Holy Roman Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "West",1,2,1,1 ], "of or denoting the western part of a specified country, area, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",2,1,1 ], "Benjamin| 1738-1820, U|S| painter, in England from 1763" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",2,1,2 ], "Mae| born 1892, U|S| film actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",2,1,3 ], "Dame Rebecca| pen name of Mrs| H| M| Andrews| born 1892, English novelist and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "West",2,1,3 ], "critic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Westerlies",1,1,1 ], "latitudes, often bringing depressions and anticyclones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Westerlies",1,1,1 ], "the prevailing winds blowing from the west on the poleward sides of the horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Australia",1,1,1 ], "(1976)| Area: 2,527,636 sq| km (975,920 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Western Australia",1,1,1 ], "Sandy Desert, Gibson Desert, and Great Victoria Desert in the interior; settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Australia",1,1,1 ], "a state of W Australia: mostly an arid undulating plateau, with the Great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Australia",1,1,1 ], "concentrated in the southwest; rich mineral resources| Capital: Perth| Pop|: 1,144,400" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Western Church",1,1,1 ], "from the other ancient patriarchates, esp| that of Constantinople" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Western Church",1,1,1 ], "principally from the patriarchate of Rome, as contrasted with the part that derives these" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Church",1,1,1 ], "the part of Christendom that derives its liturgy, discipline, and traditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Church",1,1,2 ], "Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Church",1,1,2 ], "the Roman Catholic Church, sometimes together with the Anglican Communion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Ghats",1,1,1 ], "Arabian Sea| Highest peak: Anai Mudi, 2695 m (8841 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Ghats",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in W peninsular India, parallel to the Malabar coast of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Isles",1,1,1 ], "an island authority in W Scotland, consisting of the Outer Hebrides; created" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Isles",1,1,1 ], "in 1975| Administrative centre: Stornoway| Pop|: 29,693 (1976 est|)| Area: 2900" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Isles",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (1120 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Western Isles",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Hebrides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Ocean",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) another name for the Atlantic Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "Empire, esp| after its final severance from the Eastern Roman Empire (395 a|d|)|Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "called: Western Empire" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Western Roman Empire",1,1,1 ], "the westernmost of the two empires created by the division of the later Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Sahara",1,1,1 ], "266,000 sq| km (102,680 sq| miles)| Former name (until 1975): Spanish Sahara" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Western Sahara",1,1,1 ], "a region of NW Africa, on the Atlantic: a Spanish overseas province from 1958" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Sahara",1,1,1 ], "until 1975 when Morocco and Mauritania were left in joint control until its future" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Sahara",1,1,1 ], "was decided: mainly desert; rich phosphate deposits| Pop|: 76,425 (1970)| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Western Samoa",1,1,1 ], "Nations mandate under New Zealand administration in 1920 and a UN trusteeship in 1946;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Western Samoa",1,1,1 ], "an independent state occupying four inhabited islands and five uninhabited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western Samoa",1,1,1 ], "gained independence in 1962 as the first fully independent Polynesian state; a member" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Western Samoa",1,1,1 ], "islands in the S Pacific archipelago of the Samoa Islands: established as a League of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western Samoa",1,1,1 ], "of the Commonwealth| Languages: Samoan and English| Religion: Christian| Currency:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Western Samoa",1,1,1 ], "tala| Capital: Apia| Pop|: 146,635 (1971)| Area: 2841 sq| km (1097 sq| miles)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Western",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the Americas and the parts of Europe not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western",1,1,1 ], "under Communist rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Western",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the West as opposed to the Orient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the western states of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western",1,2,1 ], "a film, book, etc|, concerned with life in the western states of the U|S|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Western",1,2,1 ], "esp| during the era of exploration and early development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Westfalen",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Westphalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Westmeath",1,1,1 ], "(681 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Westmeath",1,1,1 ], "a county of N central Ireland, in Leinster province: mostly low-lying, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Westmeath",1,1,1 ], "many lakes and bogs| County town: Millingar| Pop|: 53,550 (1971)| Area: 1764 sq| km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Westminster Abbey",1,1,1 ], "a Gothic church in London: site of a Benedictine monastery (1050-65); scene of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Westminster Abbey",1,1,1 ], "the coronations of almost all English monarchs since William I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Westminster",1,1,1 ], "Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace| Pop|: 216,100 (1976 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Westminster",1,1,1 ], "a borough of Greater London, on the River Thames: contains the Houses of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Westminster",1,1,2 ], "the Houses of Parliament at Westminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Westmorland",1,1,1 ], "(until 1974) a county of NW England, now part of Cumbria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Westm|",1,1,1 ], "Westminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weston standard cell",1,1,1 ], "a primary cell used as a standard of emf, producing 1|018636 volts: consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weston standard cell",1,1,1 ], "cadmium sulphate| Former name: cadmium cell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weston standard cell",1,1,1 ], "of a mercury anode and a cadmium amalgam cathode in an electrolyte of saturated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weston-super-Mare",1,1,1 ], "50,794 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Weston-super-Mare",1,1,1 ], "a town and resort in SW England, in SW Avon on the Bristol Channel| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Westphalia",1,1,1 ], "North Rhine-Westphalia in 1946| German name: Westfalen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Westphalia",1,1,1 ], "a former province of NW Prussia: incorporated into the West German state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wetterhorn",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S Switzerland, in the Bernese Alps| Height: 3701 m (12,143 ft|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wexford",1,1,1 ], "Wexford| Pop|: 86,351 (1971)| Area: 2352 sq| km (908 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wexford",1,1,1 ], "a county of SE Ireland, in Leinster province on the Irish Sea: the first Irish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wexford",1,1,1 ], "county to be colonized from England; mostly low-lying and fertile| County town:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wexford",1,1,2 ], "1649| Pop|: 13,293 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wexford",1,1,2 ], "a port in SE Ireland, county town of Co| Wexford: sacked by Oliver Cromwell in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weymouth",1,1,1 ], "42,332 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Weymouth",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in S England, in Dorset on the English Channel:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Weymouth",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of the borough of Weymouth and Melcombe Regis|Pop| (with Melcombe Regis):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whangarei",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 30,746 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whangarei",1,1,1 ], "a port in New Zealand, the northernmost city of North Island: oil refinery|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wheatstone bridge",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring an unknown resistance| The unknown resistance and three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wheatstone bridge",1,1,1 ], "known resistances are connected into a loop with a current detector connected across" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wheatstone bridge",1,1,1 ], "three known resistors adjusted until the detector registers no current" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wheatstone bridge",1,1,1 ], "two opposite junctions| The other two junctions are connected to a battery and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wheeler",1,1,1 ], "Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa in the Indus Valley and at Maiden Castle in Dorset" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wheeler",1,1,1 ], "Sir (Robert Eric)Mortimer| 1890-1976, Scottish archaeologist, who did much to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wheeler",1,1,1 ], "increase public interest in archaeology| He is noted esp| for his excavations at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,1 ], "Catholic| Standing for a limited monarchy, the Whigs represented the great aristocracy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,1 ], "a member of the English political party or grouping that opposed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,1 ], "and the moneyed middle class for the next 80 years| In the late 18th and early 19th" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,1 ], "centuries the Whigs represented the desires of industrialists and Dissenters for" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,1 ], "political and social reform| The Whigs provided the core of the Liberal Party" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,1 ], "succession to the throne of James, Duke of York (1679-80), on the grounds that he was a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a supporter of the War of American Independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,3 ], "1834 to 1855 and represented propertied and professional interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,3 ], "a member of the American political party that opposed the Democrats from about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,4 ], "a conservative member of the Liberal Party in Great Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,5 ], "a person who advocates and believes in an unrestricted laissez-faire economy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,1,6 ], "a Scottish Presbyterian, esp| one in rebellion against the Crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whig",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to Whigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whistler",1,1,1 ], "1834-1903, U|S| painter and etcher, living in Europe| He is best known for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whistler",1,1,1 ], "sequence of nocturnes and his portraits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whit Monday",1,1,1 ], "the Monday following Whit Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whit Sunday",1,1,1 ], "descent of the Holy Spirit on the apostles 50 days after Easter| In Scotland, it is one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whit Sunday",1,1,1 ], "of the four quarter days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Whit Sunday",1,1,1 ], "the seventh Sunday after Easter, observed as a feast in commemoration of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whit",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Whitsuntide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitaker",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frederick| 1812-91, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitaker",1,1,1 ], "of New Zealand (1863-64; 1882-83)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitby",1,1,1 ], "a fishing port and resort in NE England, in E North Yorkshire at the mouth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitby",1,1,1 ], "abbey founded in 656| Pop|: 12,717 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Whitby",1,1,1 ], "the River Esk: an important ecclesiastical centre in Anglo-Saxon times; site of an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White Ensign",1,1,1 ], "alongside the hoist" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "White Ensign",1,1,1 ], "on a white background with the Union Jack at the upper corner of the vertical edge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White Ensign",1,1,1 ], "the ensign of the Royal Navy and the Royal Yacht Squadron, having a red cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White House",1,1,1 ], "the official Washington residence of the president of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White House",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| presidency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range chiefly in N New Hampshire: part of the Appalachians| Highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White Mountains",1,1,1 ], "peak: Mount Washington, 1917 m (6288 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White Mountains",1,1,2 ], "4342 m (14,246 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White Mountains",1,1,2 ], "a mountain range in E California and SW Nevada| Highest peak: White Mountain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White Russia",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White Russian",1,2,1 ], "another term for Byelorussian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White Sea",1,1,1 ], "Union| Area: 90,000 sq| km (34,700 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White Sea",1,1,1 ], "an almost landlocked inlet of the Barents Sea on the coast of the NW Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White Volta",1,1,1 ], "885 km (550 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "White Volta",1,1,1 ], "a river in W Africa, rising in N Upper Volta and flowing southwest and south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White Volta",1,1,1 ], "to join the Black Volta in central Ghana and form the Volta River| Length: about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White man's burden",1,1,1 ], "the non-White inhabitants of their colonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White man's burden",1,1,1 ], "the supposed duty of the White race to bring education and Western culture to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White supremacy",1,1,1 ], "other races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White supremacy",1,1,1 ], "the theory or belief that White people are innately superior to people of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Caucasoid race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",1,1,2 ], "a person of European ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to a White or Whites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",2,1,1 ], "Gilbert| 1720-93, English clergyman and naturalist, noted for his Natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",2,1,1 ], "History and Antiquities of Selborne (1789)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "White",2,1,2 ], "Patrick born 1912, Australian novelist: his works include Voss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",2,1,3 ], "(1957), The Eye of the Storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",2,1,4 ], "(1973), and A Fringe of Leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "White",2,1,5 ], "(1976): Nobel prize for literature 1973" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whiteboy",1,1,1 ], "a member of a secret society of violent agrarian protest, formed around 1760" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitechapel",1,1,1 ], "the act of potting one's opponent's white ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitefield",1,1,1 ], "1714-70, English Methodist preacher, who separated from the Wesleys (??1741)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitefield",1,1,1 ], "because of his Calvinistic views" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitehall",1,1,1 ], "Parliament: site of the main government offices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitehall",1,1,1 ], "a street in London stretching from Trafalgar Square to the Houses of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitehall",1,1,2 ], "the British Government or its central administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitehead",1,1,1 ], "1861-1947, English mathematician and philosopher, who collaborated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitehead",1,1,1 ], "Bertrand Russell in writing Principia Mathematica (1910-13)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitehorse",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW Canada: capital of the Yukon Territory| Pop|: 11,217 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitlam",1,1,1 ], "Gough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitlam",1,1,2 ], "(g$Af)| born 1916, Australian Labor statesman: prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitlam",1,1,3 ], "(1972-75)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitley Bay",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitley Bay",1,1,1 ], "a resort in NE England, in Tyne and Wear on the North Sea| Pop|: 37,775" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitney",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in E California: the highest peak in the Sierra Nevada Mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitney",1,1,1 ], "and in continental U|S| (excluding Alaska)| Height: 4418 m (14,495 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitney",2,1,1 ], "Eli| 1765-1825, U|S| inventor of a mechanical cotton gin (1793) and pioneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitney",2,1,1 ], "manufacturer of interchangeable parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitney",2,1,2 ], "(1879)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whitney",2,1,2 ], "William Dwight| 1827-94, U|S| philologist, noted esp| for his Sanskrit Grammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitsun",1,1,1 ], "short for Whitsuntide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitsun",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Whit Sunday or Whitsuntide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whitsuntide",1,1,1 ], "the week that begins with Whit Sunday, esp| the first three days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whittington",1,1,1 ], "According to legend, he walked to London at the age of 13 with his cat and was prevented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whittington",1,1,1 ], "called Dick| died 1423, English merchant, three times mayor of London|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whittington",1,1,1 ], "from leaving again only by the call of the church bells" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Whittle",1,1,1 ], "Sir Frank| born 1907, English engineer, who invented the jet engine for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whittle",1,1,1 ], "aircraft (1941)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Whyalla",1,1,1 ], "a port in S South Australia, on Spencer Gulf: iron and steel and shipbuilding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Whyalla",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 33,800 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wichita",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Kansas, on the Arkansas River: the largest city in the state; two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wichita",1,1,1 ], "universities| Pop|: 261,231 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wick",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Scotland, in the Highland region, at the head of Wick Bay (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wick",1,1,1 ], "inlet of the North Sea)| Pop|: 7613 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wickliffe",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of (John)Wycliffe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wicklow",1,1,1 ], "a county of E Ireland, in Leinster province on the Irish Sea: consists of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wicklow",1,1,1 ], "coastal strip rising inland to the Wicklow Mountains; mainly agricultural, with several" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wicklow",1,1,1 ], "resorts| County town: Wicklow| Pop|: 66,295 (1971)| Area: 2025 sq| km (782 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wicklow",1,1,2 ], "a port in E Ireland, county town of Co| Wicklow| Pop|: 37,86 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Widgery",1,1,1 ], "Baron John Passmore| born 1911, English judge; Lord Chief Justice since 1971" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Widnes",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 56,709 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Widnes",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in N Cheshire on the River Mersey: chemical industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Widukind",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Wittekind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wieland",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Wayland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wien",1,1,1 ], "the German name for Vienna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wien",2,1,1 ], "1864-1928, German physicist, who studied black-body radiation: Nobel prize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wien",2,1,1 ], "physics 1911" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wiener Neustadt",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Austria, in Lower Austria| Pop|: 34,774 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wiener schnitzel",1,1,1 ], "a large thin escalope of veal, coated in egg and crumbs, fried, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wiener schnitzel",1,1,1 ], "traditionally served with a garnish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wiener",1,1,1 ], "1894-1964, U|S| mathematician, who developed the concept of cybernetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wiesbaden",1,1,1 ], "a city in W West Germany, capital of Hesse state: a spa resort since Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wiesbaden",1,1,1 ], "times| Pop|: 252,457 (1974 est|)| Latin name: Aquae Mattiacorum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wigan",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NW England, in Greater Manchester: coal-mining centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wigan",1,1,1 ], "since the 14th century| Pop|: 81,258 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wight",1,1,1 ], "an island and county of S England in the English Channel| Administrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wight",1,1,1 ], "centre: Newport| Pop|: 111,300 (1976 est|)| Area: 380 sq| km (147 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wigner",1,1,1 ], "born 1902, U|S| physicist, born in Hungary| He is noted for his contributions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wigner",1,1,1 ], "to nuclear physics: shared the Nobel prize for physics (1963)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wigtown",1,1,1 ], "(until 1975) a county of SW Scotland, now part of Dumfries and Galloway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wigtown",1,1,1 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wig|",1,1,1 ], "Wigtownshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilberforce",1,1,1 ], "1759-1833, English politician and philanthropist, whose efforts secured the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilberforce",1,1,1 ], "abolition of the slave trade (1807) and of slavery (1833) in the British Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wild Geese",1,1,1 ], "powers of Europe, esp| France, from the late 17th to the early 20th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wild Geese",1,1,1 ], "the Irish expatriates who served as professional soldiers with the Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wild West show",1,1,1 ], "a show or circus act presenting feats of horsemanship, shooting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wild West",1,1,1 ], "lawlessness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wild West",1,1,1 ], "the western U|S| during its settlement, esp| with reference to its frontier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilde",1,1,1 ], "(1891) is a macabre novel about a hedonist and The Ballad of Reading Gaol (1898)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wilde",1,1,1 ], "1854-1900, Irish writer and wit, famous for such plays as Lady Windermere's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilde",1,1,1 ], "Fan (1892) and The Importance of being Earnest (1895)| The Picture of Dorian Grey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilde",1,1,1 ], "homosexuality" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Wilde",1,1,1 ], "relates to his experiences in prison while serving a two-year sentence for" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wilderness",1,1,1 ], "Israelites wandered before entering the Promised Land and in which Christ fasted for 40" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilderness",1,1,1 ], "days and nights" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wilderness",1,1,1 ], "the barren regions to the south and east of Palestine, esp| those in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelm I",1,1,1 ], "the German name of William I ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelm II",1,1,1 ], "the German name of William II ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmina I",1,1,1 ], "1880-1962, queen of the Netherlands from 1890 until her abdication (1948) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmina I",1,1,1 ], "favour of her daughter Juliana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmshaven",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in N West Germany, in Lower Saxony: founded in 1853; was the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmshaven",1,1,1 ], "chief German North Sea naval base until 1945; a major oil port| Pop|: 104,305 (1974" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmshaven",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmstrasse",1,1,1 ], "a street in the centre of Berlin, where the German foreign office and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmstrasse",1,1,1 ], "government buildings were situated until 1945" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilhelmstrasse",1,1,2 ], "Germany's ministry of foreign affairs until 1945" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkes Land",1,1,1 ], "a region in Antarctica south of Australia, on the Indian Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkes",1,1,1 ], "Charles| 1798-1877, U|S| explorer of Antarctica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkes",1,1,2 ], "John| 1727-97, English politician, who was expelled from the House of Commons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkes",1,1,2 ], "and outlawed for writing scurrilous articles about the government| He became a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkes",1,1,2 ], "champion of parliamentary reform" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkins",1,1,1 ], "Sir George Hubert| 1888-1958, Australian polar explorer and aviator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkins",1,1,2 ], "Maurice Hugh Frederick| born 1916, British biochemist, born in New Zealand:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkins",1,1,2 ], "structure of DNA" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wilkins",1,1,2 ], "with Crick and Watson, he shared the Nobel Prize (1962) for his work on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Willemstad",1,1,1 ], "important for refining Venezuelan oil| Pop|: 59,586 (1964)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Willemstad",1,1,1 ], "the capital of the Netherlands Antilles, a port on the SW coast of Curacao:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,1 ], "England in 1066 and defeating Harold at Hastings| The conquest of England resulted in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,1 ], "known as William the Conqueror| 1027-1087, duke of Normandy (1035-87) and king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,1 ], "of England (1066-87)| He claimed to have been promised the English crown by Edward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,1 ], "ordered the Domesday Book to be compiled" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,1 ], "the Confessor, after whose death he disputed the succession of Harold II, invading" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,1 ], "the introduction to England of many Norman customs, esp| feudalism| In 1085 he" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,2 ], "United Provinces of the Netherlands (1579-84); assassinated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,2 ], "called the Silent| 1533-84, prince of Orange and count of Nassau: led the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,2 ], "revolt of the Netherlands against Spain (1568-76) and became first stadholder of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,3 ], "German name Wilhelm| 1797-1888, king of Prussia (1861-88) and first emperor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William I",1,1,3 ], "Germany (1871-88)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "William II",1,1,1 ], "William the Conqueror| He was killed by an arrow while hunting in the New Forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "William II",1,1,1 ], "called William Rufus| 1056-1100, king of England (1087-1100); the son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William II",1,1,2 ], "(1888-1918): asserted Germany's claim to world leadership; forced to abdicate at the end of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "William II",1,1,2 ], "German name Kaiser Wilhelm| 1859-1941, German emperor and king of Prussia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William II",1,1,2 ], "World War I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "William III",1,1,1 ], "(1672-1702) and king of Great Britain and Ireland (1689-1702)| He was invited by opponents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "William III",1,1,1 ], "Mary II (James' daughter) until her death in 1694" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "William III",1,1,1 ], "known as William of Orange| 1650-1702, stadholder of the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William III",1,1,1 ], "of James II to accept the British throne (1688) and ruled jointly with his wife" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "William IV",1,1,1 ], "(1830-37), succeeding his brother George IV; the third son of George III" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "William IV",1,1,1 ], "called the Sailor King| 1765-1837, king of Great Britain and Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William of Malmesbury",1,1,1 ], "1090-1143, English monk and chronicler, whose Gesta regum Anglorum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "William of Malmesbury",1,1,1 ], "Historia novella are valuable sources for English history to 1142" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,1 ], "John| born 1941, English classical guitarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,2 ], "JPR born 1949, Welsh Rugby Union player| A fullback, he played for Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,3 ], "(from 1969) and the British Lions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,4 ], "(1971-77)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,5 ], "Ralph Vaughan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,6 ], "Hot Tin Roof (1955), and Night of the Iguana (1961)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,6 ], "Tennessee| pseudonym of Thomas Lanier Williams| born 1912, U|S| dramatist| His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,6 ], "plays include The Glass Menagerie (1944), A Streetcar Named Desire (1947), Cat on a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,7 ], "(1925)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,7 ], "William Carlos | 1883-1963, U|S| poet, who formulated the poetic concept no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,7 ], "ideas but in things| His works include Paterson (1946-58), which explores the daily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Williams",1,1,7 ], "life of a man living in a modern city, and the prose work In the American Grain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Williamsburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE Virginia: the capital of Virginia (1693-1779); the restoration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Williamsburg",1,1,1 ], "large sections of the colonial city was begun in 1926| Pop|: 9069 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Williamson",1,1,1 ], "Music since 1975| His works include operas and music for children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Williamson",1,1,1 ], "born 1931, Australian composer, living in Britain: Master of the Queen's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Willow South",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Alaska, about 113 km (70 miles) northwest of Anchorage: chosen as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Willow South",1,1,1 ], "the site of the new state capital in 1976" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wills",1,1,1 ], "1834-61, English explorer: Robert Burke's deputy in an expedition on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wills",1,1,1 ], "both men died after crossing Australia from North to South for the first time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilmington",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilmington",1,1,1 ], "a port in N Delaware, on the Delaware River: industrial centre| Pop|: 80,386" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilno",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Vilnius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson cloud chamber",1,1,1 ], "the full name for cloud chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,1 ], "Alexander| 1766-1813, Scottish ornithologist in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,10 ], "(Thomas) Woodrow | 1856-1924, U|S| Democratic statesman; 28th president of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,10 ], "Nations the U|S| Senate refused to support it: Nobel peace prize 1919" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,10 ], "Points (1918) as a basis for peace| Although he secured the formation of the League of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,10 ], "U|S| (1913-21)| He led the U|S| into World War I in 1917 and proposed the Fourteen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,2 ], "Angus born 1913, English writer, whose works include the collection of short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,2 ], "stories The Wrong Set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,3 ], "(1949) and the novels Anglo-Saxon Attitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,4 ], "(1956) and No Laughing Matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,5 ], "(1967)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,6 ], "Charles Thomson Rees| 1869-1959, Scottish physicist, who invented the cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,6 ], "chamber: shared the Nobel prize for physics (1927)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,7 ], "Edmund| 1895-1972, U|S| critic, noted esp| for Axel's Castle (1931), a study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,7 ], "of the symbolist movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,8 ], "(1964-70; 1974-76)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,8 ], "Sir (James)Harold| born 1916, English Labour statesman; prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson",1,1,9 ], "Richard| 1714-82, Welsh landscape painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson's petrel",1,1,1 ], "a common storm petrel, Oceanites oceanicus, that breeds around Antarctica but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson's petrel",1,1,1 ], "is often seen in the Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wilson's snipe",1,1,1 ], "another name for common snipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilton",1,1,1 ], "a kind of carpet with a close velvet pile of cut loops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wiltshire",1,1,1 ], "Area: 3478 sq| km (1343 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wiltshire",1,1,1 ], "Plain in the south and the Marlborough Downs in the north; prehistoric remains (at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wiltshire",1,1,1 ], "Stonehenge and Avebury)| Administrative centre: Trowbridge| Pop|: 512,800 (1976 est|)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wiltshire",1,1,1 ], "a county of S England, consisting mainly of chalk uplands, with Salisbury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wilts| ",1,1,1 ], "Wiltshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wimbledon",1,1,1 ], "Lawn Tennis Club since 1877 and the site of the annual international tennis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wimbledon",1,1,1 ], "championships" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wimbledon",1,1,1 ], "part of the Greater London borough of Merton: headquarters of the All England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wimpy",1,1,1 ], "a hamburger served in a soft bread roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wimshurst machine",1,1,1 ], "a type of electrostatic generator with two parallel insulating discs revolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wimshurst machine",1,1,1 ], "in different directions, each being in contact with a thin metal wiper that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wimshurst machine",1,1,1 ], "produces a charge on the disc: usually used for demonstration purposes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Winchester rifle",1,1,1 ], "a breech-loading slide-action repeating rifle with a magazine attached under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winchester rifle",1,1,1 ], "the barrel| Often shortened to Winchester" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winchester",1,1,1 ], "a city in S England, administrative centre of Hampshire: a Romano-British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winchester",1,1,1 ], "public school| Pop|: 31,041 (1971)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Winchester",1,1,1 ], "town; Saxon capital of Wessex; site of Winchester College (1382), the oldest English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winckelmann",1,1,1 ], "1717-68, German archaeologist and art historian one of the founders of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winckelmann",1,1,1 ], "neoclassicism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wind River Range",1,1,1 ], "Rockies| Highest peak: Gannet Peak, 4202 m (13,785 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wind River Range",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in W Wyoming: one of the highest ranges of the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windermere",1,1,1 ], "a lake in NW England, in Cumbria in the SE part of the Lake District: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windermere",1,1,1 ], "largest lake in England| Length: 17 km (10|5 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Windhoek",1,1,1 ], "(5428 ft|): formerly the capital of German South West Africa| Pop|: 64,095 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Windhoek",1,1,1 ], "the capital of South West Africa, in the centre, at an altitude of 1654 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor chair",1,1,1 ], "a simple wooden chair, popular in England and America from the 18th century," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor chair",1,1,1 ], "usually having a shaped seat, splayed legs, and a back of many spindles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor knot",1,1,1 ], "a wide triangular knot, produced by making extra turns in tying a tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor rocker",1,1,1 ], "a Windsor chair on rockers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor tie",1,1,1 ], "a wide silk tie worn in a floppy bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",1,1,1 ], "Eton: site of Windsor Castle, residence of English monarchs since its founding by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",1,1,1 ], "William the Conqueror;Old Windsor, royal residence in the time of Edward the Confessor," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in Berkshire on the River Thames, linked by bridge with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",1,1,1 ], "is 3 km (2 miles) southeast| Pop|: 30,065 (1971)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",1,1,2 ], "a city in SE Canada, in S Ontario on the Detroit River opposite Detroit:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",1,1,2 ], "motor-vehicle manufacturing; university (1963)| Pop|: 203,300 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",2,1,1 ], "the official name of the British royal family since 1917" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windsor",2,1,2 ], "Duke of| the title of Edward VIII from 1937" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windward Islands",1,1,1 ], "Lucia and St| Vincent, Grenada, and the Grenadines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Windward Islands",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands in the SE West Indies, in the Lesser Antilles: consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windward Islands",1,1,1 ], "the French Overseas Region of Martinique, the British Associated States of St|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Windward Passage",1,1,1 ], "a strait in the West Indies, between E Cuba and NW Haiti| Width: 80 km (50" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Windward Passage",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winkelried",1,1,1 ], "died 1386, Swiss hero of the battle of Sempach (1386) against the Austrians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winnebago",1,1,1 ], "Lake| a lake in E Wisconsin, fed and drained by the Fox river: the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winnebago",1,1,1 ], "lake in the state| Area: 557 sq| km (215 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winnebago",1,1,2 ], "a member of a North American Indian people living in Wisconsin and Nebraska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winnebago",1,1,3 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Siouan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winnipeg couch",1,1,1 ], "a couch with no arms or back, opening out into a double bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winnipeg",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Canada, capital of Manitoba at the confluence of the Assiniboine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winnipeg",1,1,1 ], "and Red Rivers| Pop|: 246,246 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winnipeg",1,1,2 ], "Hudson Bay| Area: 23,553 sq| km (9094 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winnipeg",1,1,2 ], "Lake| a lake in S Canada, in Manitoba: drains through the Nelson River into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winnipegosis",1,1,1 ], "a lake in S Canada, in W Manitoba| Area: 5400 sq| km (2086 sq| miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winston-Salem",1,1,1 ], "Winston; a major tobacco manufacturing centre| Pop|: 132,913 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winston-Salem",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central North Carolina: formed in 1913 by the uniting of Salem and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winter Olympic Games",1,1,1 ], "an international contest of winter sports, esp| skiing, held in the year of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winter Olympic Games",1,1,1 ], "the Olympic Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winter War",1,1,1 ], "Finns surrendered the Karelian Isthmus to Russia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Winter War",1,1,1 ], "the war of the winter of 1939-40 between Finland and Russia after which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winterthur",1,1,1 ], "an industrial town in NE central Switzerland, in Zurich canton: has the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Winterthur",1,1,1 ], "largest technical college in the country| Pop|: 91,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wirral",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in NW England between the estuaries of the Rivers Mersey and Dee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wisconsin",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 141,061 sq| km (54,464 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wisconsin",1,1,1 ], "a state of the N central U|S|, on Lake Superior and Lake Michigan: consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wisconsin",1,1,1 ], "an undulating plain, with uplands in the north and west; over 168 m (550 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wisconsin",1,1,1 ], "below sea level along the shore of Lake Michigan| Capital: Madison| Pop|: 4,417,933" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wisconsin",1,1,2 ], "Mississippi| Length: 692 km (430 miles)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wisconsin",1,1,2 ], "a river in central and SW Wisconsin, flowing south and west to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wisdom of Jesus",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ecclesiasticus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wisdom of Solomon",1,1,1 ], "a book of the Apocrypha, probably written about 50 b|c|, addressed primarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wisdom of Solomon",1,1,1 ], "to Jews who were under the influence of Hellenistic learning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wisd|",1,1,1 ], "Wisdom of Solomon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wiseman",1,1,1 ], "(1850-65)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wiseman",1,1,1 ], "1802-65, British cardinal; first Roman Catholic archbishop of Westminster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wisla",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Vistula (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wislany Zalew",1,1,1 ], "the Polish name for Vistula (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wismar",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 56,737 (1972 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wismar",1,1,1 ], "a port in N East Germany, on an inlet of the Baltic: shipbuilding industries|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wis|",1,1,1 ], "Wisconsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wittenberg",1,1,1 ], "a city in central East Germany, on the River Elbe: Martin Luther, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wittenberg",1,1,1 ], "his 95 theses to the doors of a church| Pop|: 47,640 (1972)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wittenberg",1,1,1 ], "philosophy teacher at Wittenberg university, began the Reformation here in 1517 by nailing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Witwatersrand",1,1,1 ], "Height: 1500-1800 m (5000-6000 ft|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Witwatersrand",1,1,1 ], "a rocky ridge in NE South Africa, in S Transvaal: contains the richest gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Witwatersrand",1,1,1 ], "deposits in the world, also coal and manganese; chief industrial centre is Johannesburg|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wobbly",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Industrial Workers of the World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woden",1,1,1 ], "the foremost Anglo-Saxon god| Norse counterpart: Odin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woking",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Woking",1,1,1 ], "a town in S England, in central Surrey: mainly residential| Pop|: 75,771" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolds",1,1,1 ], "a range of chalk hills in NE England: consists of the Yorkshire Wolds to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolds",1,1,1 ], "north, separated from the Lincolnshire Wolds by the Humber estuary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolf Cub",1,1,1 ], "the former name for Cub Scout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolf",1,1,1 ], "Friedrich August | 1759-1824, German classical scholar, who suggested that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolf",1,1,1 ], "Homeric poems, esp| the Iliad, are products of an oral tradition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolf",1,1,2 ], "Hugo | 1860-1903, Austrian composer, esp| of songs, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolf",1,1,2 ], "Italienisches Liederbuch and the Spanisches Liederbuch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolf-Rayet star",1,1,1 ], "any of over 100 very hot intensely luminous stars surrounded by a rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolf-Rayet star",1,1,1 ], "expanding envelope of gas| Sometimes shortened to W star" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfe",1,1,1 ], "James| 1727-59, English soldier, who commanded the British capture of Quebec," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfe",1,1,1 ], "in which he was killed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfe",1,1,2 ], "Look Homeward, Angel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfe",1,1,2 ], "Thomas 1900-38, U|S| novelist, noted for his autobiographical fiction, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfe",1,1,3 ], "(1929)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfenden Report",1,1,1 ], "Prostitution in Britain, which recommended that homosexual relations between consenting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfenden Report",1,1,1 ], "a study produced in 1957 by the Committee on Homosexual Offences and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfenden Report",1,1,1 ], "adults be legalized" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wolffian body",1,1,1 ], "another name for mesonephros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfit",1,1,1 ], "Sir Donald| 1902-68, English stage actor and manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfram von Eschenbach",1,1,1 ], "died 1220, German poet: author of the epic Parzival, incorporating the story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfram von Eschenbach",1,1,1 ], "of the Grail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfsburg",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE West Germany, in Lower Saxony: founded in 1938; motor-vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolfsburg",1,1,1 ], "industry| Pop|: 133,971 (1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wollongong",1,1,1 ], "a city in E Australia, in E New South Wales on the Pacific: an early centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wollongong",1,1,1 ], "daily farming; now a coal-mining and heavy industrial centre| Pop|: 211,240 (1975" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wollongong",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wolof",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa living chiefly in Senegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolof",1,1,2 ], "Niger-Congo family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolof",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the West Atlantic branch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolsey",1,1,1 ], "1475-1530, English cardinal and statesman; archbishop of York (1514-30); lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wolsey",1,1,1 ], "chancellor (1515-29)| He dominated Henry VIII's foreign and domestic policies but his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolsey",1,1,1 ], "failure to obtain papal consent for the king's divorce from Catherine of Aragon led to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wolsey",1,1,1 ], "his arrest for high treason (1530); he died on the journey to face trial" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wolverhampton",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 268,847 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wolverhampton",1,1,1 ], "a town in W central England, in the West Midlands: iron and steel foundries|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Women's Institute",1,1,1 ], "(in Commonwealth countries) a society for women interested in the problems of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Women's Institute",1,1,1 ], "the home and in engaging in social activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Women's Liberation",1,1,1 ], "a movement directed towards the removal of attitudes and practices that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Women's Liberation",1,1,1 ], "preserve inequalities based upon the assumption that men are superior to women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wonder",1,1,1 ], "First Finale (1974), and Songs in the Key of Life (1976)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wonder",1,1,1 ], "of my Mind (1972), Talking Book (1972), Innervisions (1973), Fulfillingness'" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wonder",1,1,1 ], "original name Stephen Judkins| born 1950, U|S| rock singer, pianist, harmonica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wonder",1,1,1 ], "player, and songwriter| His recordings include Fingertips (1963) and the albums Music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wonsan",1,1,1 ], "(1967 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wonsan",1,1,1 ], "a port in SE North Korea, on the Sea of Japan: oil refineries| Pop|: 215,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wood",1,1,1 ], "London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wood",1,1,1 ], "Sir Henry 1869-1944, English conductor, who founded the Promenade Concerts in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wooden",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Trojan Horse ,1,1| 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woolf",1,1,1 ], "Leonard Sidney| 1880-1969, English publisher and political writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woolf",1,1,2 ], "consciousness" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Woolf",1,1,2 ], "his wife, Virginia| 1882-1941, English novelist and critic| Her novels, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woolf",1,1,2 ], "include Mrs| Dalloway (1925), To the Lighthouse (1927), The Waves (1931), and Between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Woolf",1,1,2 ], "the Acts (1941), employ such techniques as the interior monologue and stream of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Woolley",1,1,1 ], "Sir (Charles)Leonard| 1880-1960, English archaeologist, noted for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woolley",1,1,1 ], "excavations at Ur in Mesopotamia (1922-34)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Woolworth",1,1,1 ], "1852-1919, U|S| merchant founder of an international chain of department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woolworth",1,1,1 ], "stores selling inexpensive goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Woomera",1,1,1 ], "4082 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Woomera",1,1,1 ], "a town in South Australia: site of the Long Range Weapons Establishment| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woop Woop",1,1,1 ], "a jocular name for any backward or remote town or district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester china",1,1,1 ], "Worcester" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester china",1,1,1 ], "became, in 1862, the Royal Worcester Porcelain Company| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester china",1,1,1 ], "porcelain articles made in Worcester (England) from 1751 in a factory that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester sauce",1,1,1 ], "a commercially prepared piquant sauce, made from a basis of soy sauce, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester sauce",1,1,1 ], "vinegar, spices, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester",1,1,1 ], "a cathedral city in W central England, on the River Severn: scene of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester",1,1,1 ], "battle (1651) in which Charles II was defeated by Cromwell| Pop|: 73,445 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester",1,1,2 ], "170,730 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester",1,1,2 ], "an industrial city in central Massachusetts: Clark University (1887)| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worcester",1,1,3 ], "a town in S South Africa, in SW Cape Province| Pop|: 41,769 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worcestershire",1,1,1 ], "Worcester" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worcestershire",1,1,1 ], "a former county of W central England, since 1974 part of Hereford and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Word",1,1,1 ], "Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Word",1,1,2 ], "the 2nd person of the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Word",1,1,3 ], "Scripture, the Bible, or the Gospels as embodying or representing divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Word",1,1,3 ], "revelation| Often called: the Word of God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,1 ], "Dorothy| 1771-1855, English writer, whose Journals are noted esp| for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,1 ], "descriptions of nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,2 ], "Among his other works are The Prelude (completed in 1805; revised thereafter and" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,2 ], "Lyrical Ballads (1798), to which Coleridge contributed, is often taken as the first" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,2 ], "Reaper and Intimations of Immortality" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,2 ], "example of English romantic poetry and includes his Lines Written above Tintern Abbey|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,2 ], "her brother William| 1770-1850, English poet, whose work, celebrating nature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,2 ], "published posthumously) and Poems in Two Volumes (1807), which includes The Solitary" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Wordsworth",1,1,2 ], "was greatly inspired by the Lake District, in which he spent most of his life|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worksop",1,1,1 ], "a mining town in N central England, in W Nottinghamshire| Pop|: 36,034 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Bank Group",1,1,1 ], "Association, whose headquarters are all in Washington" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "World Bank Group",1,1,1 ], "Development, the International Finance Corporation, and the International Development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World Bank Group",1,1,1 ], "the collective name for the International Bank for Reconstruction and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Bank",1,1,1 ], "Bretton Woods Agreement to assist economic development, esp| of backward nations, by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World Bank",1,1,1 ], "International Bank for Reconstruction and Development" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "World Bank",1,1,1 ], "an international cooperative organization established in 1945 under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Bank",1,1,1 ], "the advance of loans guaranteed by member governments| Officially called:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "World Council of Churches",1,1,1 ], "ecclesiastical, and secular matters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "World Council of Churches",1,1,1 ], "formally constituted at Amsterdam in 1948 for coordinated action in theological," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World Council of Churches",1,1,1 ], "the ecumenical fellowship of Churches other than the Roman Catholic Church," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Court",1,1,1 ], "another name for International Court of Justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Cup",1,1,1 ], "an international association football championship competition held between 16" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Cup",1,1,1 ], "countries every four years since 1930, except during World War II" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "World Cup",1,1,1 ], "national teams selected through preliminary tournaments| It has been held in different" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World Health Organization",1,1,1 ], "Geneva, responsible for coordinating international health activities, aiding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World Health Organization",1,1,1 ], "an agency of the United Nations, established in 1948 with headquarters in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Health Organization",1,1,1 ], "governments in improving health services, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "World Series",1,1,1 ], "a best-of-seven playoff for the world championship between the two winning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World Series",1,1,1 ], "teams in the major leagues at the end of the season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "(June 28, 1919) and other treaties" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "1917) defeated the Central Powers (principally Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Turkey)|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "Allies (principally France, Russia, Britain, Italy after 1915, and the U|S| after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "Franz Ferdinand) at Sarajevo on June 28, 1914 and swiftly developed its major front" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "Revolution (1917) the Bolsheviks ended Russian participation in the war (Dec| 15, 1917)|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "The exhausted Central Powers agreed to an armistice on Nov| 11, 1918 and quickly" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "The war was precipitated by the assassination of Austria's crown prince (Archduke" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "in E France, where millions died in static trench warfare| After the October" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "succumbed to internal revolution, before being forced to sign the Treaty of Versailles" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "World War I",1,1,1 ], "the war (1914-18), fought mainly in Europe and the Middle East, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "1941 the Axis powers attacked the Soviet Union and on Dec| 7, 1941 the Japanese" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "Germany (Sept| 3, 1939) as a result of the German invasion of Poland (Sept| 1, 1939)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "Italy entered the war on the side of Germany (forming the Axis) on June 10, 1940" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "attacked the U|S| at Pearl Harbor| On Sept| 8, 1943 Italy surrendered, the war in Europe" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "capitulated on Aug| 14, 1945 as a direct result of the atom bombs dropped by the Americans" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "ending on May 7, 1945 with the unconditional surrender of the Germans| The Japanese" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "on Hiroshima and Nagasaki" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "shortly before the collapse of France (armistice signed June 22, 1940)| On June 22," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "World War II",1,1,1 ], "the war (1939-45) in which the Allies (Britain and France) declared war on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worms",1,1,1 ], "a city in S West Germany, in Rhineland-Palatinate on the Rhine: famous as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worms",1,1,1 ], "doctrines in the presence of Charles V; river port and manufacturing centre with a large" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Worms",1,1,1 ], "seat of imperial diets, notably that of 1521, before which Luther defended his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worms",1,1,1 ], "wine trade| Pop|: 77,100 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Worship",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by Your, His, or Her) a title used to address or refer to a mayor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worship",1,1,1 ], "magistrate, or a person of similar high rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worsley",1,1,1 ], "a town in NW England, in Greater Manchester| Pop|: 49,873 (1971)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worth",1,1,1 ], "1825-95, French dress designer, who founded Parisian haute couture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Worthing",1,1,1 ], "(1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Worthing",1,1,1 ], "a resort in S England, in West Sussex on the English Channel| Pop|: 88,210" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wotan",1,1,1 ], "the supreme god in Germanic mythology| Norse counterpart: Odin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wotton",1,1,1 ], "1568-1639, English poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Woulfe bottle",1,1,1 ], "a bottle with more than one neck, used for passing gases through liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wraac",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Women's Royal Australian Army Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wran",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Women's Royal Australian Naval Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wrangel Island",1,1,1 ], "administratively part of the Soviet Union; mountainous and mostly tundra| Area: about 7300 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wrangel Island",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Arctic Ocean, off the coast of the extreme NE Soviet Union:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wrangel Island",1,1,1 ], "km (2800 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wrangell Mountains",1,1,1 ], "Mount Blackburn, 5037 m (16,523 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wrangell Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in SE Alaska, extending into the Yukon, Canada| Highest peak:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wrangell",1,1,1 ], "a mountain in S Alaska, in the W Wrangell Mountains| Height: 4269 m (14,005" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wrangell",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wrekin",1,1,1 ], "ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wrekin",1,1,1 ], "the| an isolated hill in the English Midlands in Salop| Height: 400 m (1335" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wrekin",1,1,2 ], "(all) round the Wrekin| Midland English dialect| the long way round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wren",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and certain other nations) a member of the Women's Royal Naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wren",1,1,1 ], "Service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wren",2,1,1 ], "Cathedral and over 50 other London churches after the Great Fire as well as many secular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wren",2,1,1 ], "Sir Christopher| 1632-1723, English architect| He designed St| Paul's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wren",2,1,1 ], "buildings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wrexham",1,1,1 ], "(except Glamorganshire); coal-mining| Pop|: 38,955 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wrexham",1,1,1 ], "a town in N Wales, in SE Clwyd: seat of the Roman Catholic bishopric of Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,1 ], "Frank Lloyd| 1869-1959, U|S| architect, whose designs include the Imperial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,1 ], "His organic architecture sought a close relationship between buildings and their" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,1 ], "Hotel, Tokyo (1916), the Guggenheim Museum, New York (1943), and many private houses|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,1 ], "natural surroundings" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,2 ], "Dictionary (1898-1905)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,2 ], "Joseph| 1855-1930, English philologist; editor of The English Dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,3 ], "Wilbur (1867-1912) and his brother Orville (1871-1948), U|S| aviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wright",1,1,3 ], "pioneers, who designed and flew the first powered aircraft (1903)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Writings",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Hagiographa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wtemberg",1,1,1 ], "Baden-Wurttemberg after World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wtemberg",1,1,1 ], "a former state of S Germany: made part of the West German state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wu",1,1,1 ], "a group of dialects of Chinese spoken around the Yangtze delta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wu-lu-mu-ch'i",1,1,1 ], "variant of Urumchi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wuchang",1,1,1 ], "a former city of E central China: now a part of Wuhan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wuhan",1,1,1 ], "2,560,000 (1970 est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wuhan",1,1,1 ], "Wuchang (the Han Cities); river port and industrial centre; university (1913)| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wuhan",1,1,1 ], "Yangtze Rivers: formed in 1950 by the union of the cities of Hanyang, Hankow, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wuhan",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE China, in Hupeh province, at the confluence of the Han and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wuhsien",1,1,1 ], "another name for Soochow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wuhu",1,1,1 ], "(1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wuhu",1,1,1 ], "a port in E China, in E Anhwei province on the Yangtze River| Pop|: 242,100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wulfila",1,1,1 ], "another name for Ulfilas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wundt",1,1,1 ], "1832-1920, German experimental psychologist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wuppertal",1,1,1 ], "(a Rhine tributary): formed in 1919 from the amalgamation of the towns of Barmen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wuppertal",1,1,1 ], "a city in W West Germany, in North Rhine-Westphalia state on the Wupper River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wuppertal",1,1,1 ], "and Elberfeld and other smaller towns; textile centre| Pop|: 409,715 (1974 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wusih",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 650,000 (1970 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wusih",1,1,1 ], "a city in E China, in S Kiangsu province on the Grand Canal: textile industry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wutsin",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1949) of Changchow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wyandotte",1,1,1 ], "a heavy American breed of domestic fowl with many different varieties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wyatt",1,1,1 ], "James| 1746-1813, English architect; a pioneer of neo-Gothic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wyatt",1,1,2 ], "Sir Thomas| 1503-42, English poet at the court of Henry VIII" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wycherley",1,1,1 ], "1640-1716, English dramatist| His Restoration comedies include The Country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wycherley",1,1,1 ], "Wife (1675) and The Plain Dealer (1676)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wycliffe",1,1,1 ], "1330-84, English religious reformer| A precursor of the Reformation, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wycliffe",1,1,1 ], "Church| He instigated the first complete translation of the Bible into English| His" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wycliffe",1,1,1 ], "followers were called Lollards| Also spelt: Wiclif, Wickliffe" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wycliffe",1,1,1 ], "writings were condemned as heretical, he attacked the doctrines and abuses of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wycliffite",1,1,1 ], "a follower of John Wycliffe or an adherent of his religious ideas; a Lollard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wycliffite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Wycliffe, his followers, or his religious ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wye",1,1,1 ], "England, then south to the Severn estuary| Length: 210 km (130 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wye",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Wales and W England, rising in Powys and flowing southeast into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wykeham",1,1,1 ], "(1367-1404)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wykeham",1,1,1 ], "1324-1404, English prelate and statesman, who founded New College, Oxford, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wykeham",1,1,1 ], "Winchester College: chancellor of England (1367-71; 1389-91); bishop of Winchester" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wyoming",1,1,1 ], "a state of the western U|S|: consists largely of ranges of the Rockies in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Wyoming",1,1,1 ], "miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Wyoming",1,1,1 ], "springs| Capital: Cheyenne| Pop|: 332,416 (1970)| Area: 253,597 sq| km (97,914 sq|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Wyoming",1,1,1 ], "west and north, with part of the Great Plains in the east and several regions of hot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Wyo|",1,1,1 ], "Wyoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W| Va|",1,1,1 ], "West Virginia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|",1,1,1 ], "Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|",1,1,2 ], "Warden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|",1,1,3 ], "Welsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|A|",1,1,1 ], "Western Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|A|A|A|F|",1,1,1 ], "Women's Auxiliary Australian Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|B|C|",1,1,1 ], "World Boxing Council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|C|",1,1,1 ], "water closet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|C|",1,1,2 ], "(in London postal code) West Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|C|C|",1,1,1 ], "World Council of Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|C|T|U|",1,1,1 ], "Women's Christian Temperance Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|D|",1,1,1 ], "War Department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|D|",1,1,2 ], "Works Department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|E|U|",1,1,1 ], "Western European Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|F|T|U|",1,1,1 ], "World Federation of Trade Unions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|H|O|",1,1,1 ], "World Health Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|I|",1,1,1 ], "West Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|I|",1,1,2 ], "West Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|I|",1,1,3 ], "(in Britain) Women's Institute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|M|O|",1,1,1 ], "World Meteorological Organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|N|P|",1,1,1 ], "Welsh Nationalist Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|O|",1,1,1 ], "War Office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|O|",1,1,2 ], "Warrant Officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|O|",1,1,3 ], "wireless operator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|P|",1,1,1 ], "weather permitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|P|B|",1,1,1 ], "waste paper basket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|P|C| ",1,1,1 ], "woman police constable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|R|",1,1,1 ], "Western Region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|R|A|A|C|",1,1,1 ], "Women's Royal Australian Army Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|R|A|A|F|",1,1,1 ], "Women's Royal Australian Air Force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|R|A|N|S|",1,1,1 ], "Women's Royal Australian Naval Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "W|R|V|S|",1,1,1 ], "Women's Royal Voluntary Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,1,1 ], "indicating a film that may not be publicly shown to anyone under 18" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,2 ], "denoting any unknown, unspecified, or variable factor, number, person, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,2 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,3 ], "(on letters, cards, etc|) denoting a kiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,4 ], "(on ballot papers, etc|) indicating choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,5 ], "(on examination papers, etc|) indicating error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,6 ], "for Christ; Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X",1,1,7 ], "the Roman numeral for ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "X-chromosome",1,1,1 ], "many animals, including humans, and as one of a pair with the Y-chromosome in those" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "X-chromosome",1,1,1 ], "of males" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "X-chromosome",1,1,1 ], "the sex chromosome that occurs in pairs in the diploid cells of the females of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "XL",1,1,1 ], "extra large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "XP",1,1,1 ], "letters of Khristos, the Greek form of Christ's name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "XP",1,1,1 ], "the Christian monogram made up of the Greek letters khi and rho, the first two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xanthippe",1,1,1 ], "the wife of Socrates, proverbial as a scolding and quarrelsome woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xanthippe",1,1,2 ], "any nagging, peevish, or irritable woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xanthus",1,1,1 ], "antiquities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xanthus",1,1,1 ], "the chief city of ancient Lycia in SW Asia Minor: source of some important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xavier",1,1,1 ], "Indies, and Japan| Feast day: Dec| 3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Xavier",1,1,1 ], "founding member of the Jesuit society (1534) and later preached in Goa, Ceylon, the East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xavier",1,1,1 ], "known as the Apostle of the Indies| 1506-52, Spanish missionary, who was a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xe",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for xenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xenocrates",1,1,1 ], "396-314 b|c|, Greek Platonic philosopher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xenophanes",1,1,1 ], "570-480 b|c|, Greek philosopher, noted for his monotheism and regarded as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xenophanes",1,1,1 ], "founder of the Eleatic school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xenophon",1,1,1 ], "(401), he led his army of 10,000 Greek soldiers to the Black Sea, an expedition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Xenophon",1,1,1 ], "431-355 b|c|, Greek general and historian; a disciple of Socrates| He" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xenophon",1,1,1 ], "Memorabilia, Apology, and Symposium, which contain recollections of Socrates" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Xenophon",1,1,1 ], "accompanied Cyrus the Younger against Artaxerxes II and, after Cyrus' death at Cunaxa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xenophon",1,1,1 ], "described in his Anabasis|His other works include Hellenica, a history of Greece, and the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Xeres",1,1,1 ], "the former name of Jerez" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xerox",1,1,1,1 ], "a xerographic copying process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xerox",1,1,1,2 ], "a machine employing this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xerox",1,1,1,3 ], "a copy produced by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xerox",1,2,1 ], "to produce a copy of (a document, illustration, etc|) by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xerxes I",1,1,1 ], "(480) and his army at Plataea (479)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Xerxes I",1,1,1 ], "519-465 b|c|, king of Persia (485-465), who led a vast army against Greece|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xerxes I",1,1,1 ], "His forces were victorious at Thermopylae but his fleet was defeated at Salamis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xhosa",1,1,1 ], "a member of a cattle-rearing Negroid people of southern Africa, living chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xhosa",1,1,1 ], "in Cape Province of the Republic of South Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xhosa",1,1,2 ], "family: closely related to Swazi and Zulu and characterized by several clicks in its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xhosa",1,1,2 ], "sound system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Xhosa",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xing",1,1,1 ], "Length: 1932 km (1200 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Xing",1,1,1 ], "a river in central Brazil, rising on the Mato Grosso plateau and flowing north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xing",1,1,1 ], "to the Amazon delta, with over 650 km (400 miles) of rapids in its middle course|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xmas",1,1,1 ], "short for Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xnty|",1,1,1 ], "Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xn|",1,1,1 ], "Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xt|",1,1,1 ], "Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Xuthus",1,1,1 ], "Ion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Xuthus",1,1,1 ], "a son of Hellen, regarded as an ancestor of the Ionian Greeks through his son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y connection",1,1,1 ], "a three-phase star connection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y",1,1,1 ], "any unknown, unspecified, or variable factor, number, person, or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y",1,1,2 ], "yttrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y-chromosome",1,1,1 ], "diploid cells of the males of many animals, including humans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Y-chromosome",1,1,1 ], "the sex chromosome that occurs as one of a pair with the X-chromosome in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y-level",1,1,1 ], "a level mounted on a Y-shaped support that can be rotated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "YHVH",1,1,1 ], "the letters of the Tetragrammaton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "YU",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Yugoslavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "YV",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for Venezuela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yablonovy Mountains",1,1,1 ], "(5512 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yablonovy Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in the SE Soviet Union, in Siberia| Highest peak: 1680 m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yafo",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Arabic name for Jaffa ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yagi aerial",1,1,1 ], "a sharply directional aerial, used esp| in television and radio astronomy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yagi aerial",1,1,1 ], "consisting of three or more elements lying parallel to each other, the principal direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yagi aerial",1,1,1 ], "of radiation being along the line of the centres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yahata",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Yawata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yahrzeit",1,1,1 ], "fast" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yahrzeit",1,1,1 ], "kindle a light and recite the Kaddish and also, in some communities, to observe a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yahrzeit",1,1,1 ], "the anniversary of the death of a close relative, on which it is customary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yahweh",1,1,1 ], "3); Jehovah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yahweh",1,1,1 ], "the personal covenant name of God, revealed to Moses on Mount Horeb (Exodus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yahwism",1,1,1 ], "personal name of God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yahwism",1,1,1 ], "the use of the name Yahweh, esp| in parts of the Old Testament, as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yahwistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Yahwism, the Yahwist, or Yahweh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yajur-Veda",1,1,1 ], "the second Veda, consisting of prayers and sacrificial formulas primarily for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yajur-Veda",1,1,1 ], "use by the priests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yakut Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Area: 3,103,000 sq| km (1,197,760 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yakut Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "Ocean: the coldest inhabited region of the world| Capital: Yakutsk| Pop|: 664,123" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yakut Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of the E Soviet Union, in NE Siberia on the Arctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yakut",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the Yakut ASSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yakut",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yakut",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Turkic branch of the Altaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yakutsk",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 139,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yakutsk",1,1,1 ], "a port in the E Soviet Union, capital of the Yakut ASSR, on the Lena River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yale lock",1,1,1 ], "a type of cylinder lock using a flat serrated key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yalta",1,1,1 ], "62,170 (1970)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yalta",1,1,1 ], "Crimea on the Black Sea: scene of a conference (1945) between Churchill, Roosevelt," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yalta",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in the SW Soviet Union, in the S Ukrainian SSR, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yalta",1,1,1 ], "and Stalin, who met to plan the final defeat and occupation of Nazi Germany| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yalu",1,1,1 ], "(501 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yalu",1,1,1 ], "a river in E Asia, rising in N North Korea and flowing southwest to Korea Bay," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yalu",1,1,1 ], "forming a large part of the border between North Korea and NE China| Length: 806 km" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yamagata",1,1,1 ], "(1873) and chief of staff (1878), he modernized Japan's military system| He was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yamagata",1,1,1 ], "Prince Aritomo | 1838-1922, Japanese soldier and politician| As war minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yamagata",1,1,1 ], "premier of Japan (1889-93; 1898)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yamani",1,1,1 ], "Sheikh Ahmed Zaki | born 1930, Saudi Arabian politician; minister of petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yamani",1,1,1 ], "and natural resources since 1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yamashita",1,1,1 ], "1885-1946, Japanese general|He commanded Japanese forces in the Malayan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yamashita",1,1,1 ], "campaign in World War II and took Singapore (1942) captured (1945) and hanged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yan",1,1,1 ], "the imperial dynasty of China from 1279 to 1368" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yan",1,2,1 ], "characterized by the appearance of under-glaze blue-and-white ware" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Chinese porcelain produced during the Yuan dynasty," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yan",2,1,1 ], "a river in SE central China, rising in central Kweichow province and flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yan",2,1,1 ], "northeast to Lake Tungting| Length: about 800 km (500 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yang",2,1,1 ], "born 1922, US physicist, born in China: with Tsung-Dao Lee, he disproved the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yang",2,1,1 ], "physical principle known as the conservation of parity and shared the Nobel prize for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yang",2,1,1 ], "physics (1957)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yangtze",1,1,1 ], "densely populated areas of the world| Length: 5528 km (3434 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yangtze",1,1,1 ], "the East China Sea near Shanghai: a major commercial waterway in one of the most" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yangtze",1,1,1 ], "the longest river in China, rising in SE Tsinghai province and flowing east to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yanina",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Ioannina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yank",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for an American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yank",1,1,2 ], "short for Yankee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yankee Doodle",1,1,1 ], "an American song, popularly regarded as a characteristically national melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yankee Doodle",1,1,2 ], "another name for Yankee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yankeeism",1,1,1 ], "Yankee character, behaviour, or attitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yankeeism",1,1,2 ], "a typical Yankee word, expression, or trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yaoundor Yaunde",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 165,810 (1969 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yaoundor Yaunde",1,1,1 ], "the capital of Cameroon, in the southwest: University of Cameroon (1962)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yap",1,1,1 ], "Japanese naval base in World War II| Pop|: 7369 (1971)| Area: 101 sq| km (39 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yap",1,1,1 ], "a group of four main islands in the W Pacific, in the W Caroline Islands:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yap",1,1,1 ], "administratively a district of the U|S| Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands; important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yapur",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Japura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yaqui",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW Mexico, rising near the border with the U|S| and flowing south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yaqui",1,1,1 ], "to the Gulf of California| Length: about 676 km (420 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yard",1,1,1 ], "Brit| informal| short for Scotland Yard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yarkand",1,1,1 ], "another name for Soche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yarmouth",1,1,1 ], "short for Great Yarmouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yaroslavl",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W central Soviet Union, on the River Volga: a major trading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yaroslavl",1,1,1 ], "centre since early times and one of the first industrial centres in Russia; textile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yaroslavl",1,1,1 ], "industries| Pop|: 568,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yaunde",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Yaounde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yavar",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish name for Javari" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yawata",1,1,1 ], "Wakamatsu in 1963 to form Kitakyushu" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yawata",1,1,1 ], "a former city in Japan, on N Kyushu: merged with Moji, Kokura, Tobata, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yazd",1,1,1 ], "a city in central Iran: a major centre of silk weaving| Pop|: 150,531 (1966)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yb",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for ytterbium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yeisk",1,1,1 ], "(1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yeisk",1,1,1 ], "a port and resort in the SW Soviet Union, on the Sea of Azov| Pop|: 64,418" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yekaterinburg",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1924) of Sverdlovsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yekaterinodar",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1920) of Krasnodar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yekaterinoslav",1,1,1 ], "the former name (1787-96, 1802-1926) of Dnepropetrovsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yelisavetgrad",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1924) of Kirovograd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yelisavetpol",1,1,1 ], "the former name (until 1920) of Kirovabad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yellow River",1,1,1 ], "course several times in recorded history| Length: about 4350 km (2700 miles)| Chinese" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yellow River",1,1,1 ], "name: Hwang Ho" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yellow River",1,1,1 ], "south, and east again to the Gulf of Pohai south of Tientsin; it has changed its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yellow River",1,1,1 ], "the second longest river in China, rising in SE Tsinghai and flowing east," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yellow Sea",1,1,1 ], "a shallow arm of the Pacific between Korea and NE China| Area: about 466,200" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yellow Sea",1,1,1 ], "sq| km (180,000 sq| miles)| Chinese name: Hwang Hai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowknife",1,1,1 ], "Lake| Pop|: 6122 (1971)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowknife",1,1,1 ], "a city in N Canada, capital of the Northwest Territories on the Great Slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowstone Falls",1,1,1 ], "River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowstone Falls",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall in NW Wyoming, in Yellowstone National Park on the Yellowstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowstone National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in the NW central U|S|, mostly in NW Wyoming: the oldest and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowstone National Park",1,1,1 ], "geysers| Area: 8956 sq| km (3458 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowstone National Park",1,1,1 ], "largest national park in the U|S|, containing unusual geological formations and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowstone",1,1,1 ], "Park, then east to the Missouri| Length: 1080 km (671 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yellowstone",1,1,1 ], "a river rising in N Wyoming and flowing north through Yellowstone National" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yemen",1,1,1 ], "Arabic| Religion: Muslim| Currency: riyal| Capital: Sanaa| Pop|: 5,237,893 (1975)|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yemen",1,1,1 ], "Area: 195,000 sq| km (75,290 sq| miles)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Yemen",1,1,1 ], "a republic in SW Arabia, on the Red Sea: declared a republic in 1962; consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yemen",1,1,1 ], "of part of the Red Sea rift valley, with arid coastal lowlands, rising to fertile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yemen",1,1,1 ], "upland valleys and mountains, and the Great Sandy Desert in the east| Language:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yen",1,1,1 ], "a variant of Yuan ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yenan",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE China, in N Shensi province: political and military capital of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yenan",1,1,1 ], "the Chinese Communists (1935-49)| Pop|: 45,000 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yenisei",1,1,1 ], "a river in the central Soviet Union, in central Siberia, formed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yenisei",1,1,1 ], "confluence of two headstreams in the Tuva ASSR: flows west and north to the Arctic Ocean;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yenisei",1,1,1 ], "the largest river in volume in the Soviet Union| Length: 4129 km (2566 miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yentai",1,1,1 ], "a port in E China, in NE Shantung| Pop|: 140,000 (1958 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yerevan",1,1,1 ], "an industrial city in the SW Soviet Union, capital of the Armenian SSR:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yerevan",1,1,1 ], "founded in the 8th century b|c|; a main focus of trade routes since ancient times;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yerevan",1,1,1 ], "university| Pop|: 899,000 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yerwa-Maiduguri",1,1,1 ], "another name for Maiduguri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yesil Irmak",1,1,1 ], "a river in N Turkey, flowing northwest to the Black Sea| Length: 418 km (260" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yesil Irmak",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Ancient name: Iris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yesilk",1,1,1 ], "the Turkish name for San Stefano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yezd",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Yazd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ygerne",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Igraine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yggdrasil",1,1,1 ], "earth, heaven, and hell with its roots and branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yggdrasil",1,1,1 ], "the ash tree that was thought to overshadow the whole world, binding together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yiddish",1,1,1 ], "German with an admixture of words of Hebrew, Romance, and Slavonic origin, developed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yiddish",1,1,1 ], "a language spoken as a vernacular by Jews in Europe and elsewhere by Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yiddish",1,1,1 ], "emigrants, usually written in the Hebrew alphabet| Historically, it is a dialect of High" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yiddish",1,1,1 ], "in central and E Europe during the Middle Ages" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yin and Yang",1,1,1 ], "feminine, Yang positive, bright, and masculine| Their interaction is thought to maintain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yin and Yang",1,1,1 ], "the harmony of the universe and to influence everything within it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yin and Yang",1,1,1 ], "two complementary principles of Chinese philosophy: Yin is negative, dark, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yinchuan",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 90,000 (1957 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yinchuan",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central China, capital of the Ningsia Hui AR, on the Yellow River|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yingkow",1,1,1 ], "Manchuria| Pop|: 131,400 (1953)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yingkow",1,1,1 ], "a port in NE China, in SW Liaoning province: a major shipping centre for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ymir",1,1,1 ], "brothers, who made the earth from his flesh, the water from his blood, and the sky from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ymir",1,1,1 ], "his skull" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ymir",1,1,1 ], "the first being and forefather of the giants| He was slain by Odin and his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ynan",1,1,1 ], "(18,000 ft|); large deposits of tin, lead, zinc, and coal| Capital: Kunming| Pop|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ynan",1,1,1 ], "28,000,000 (1976 est|)| Area: 436,200 sq| km (168,400 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Ynan",1,1,1 ], "a province of SW China: consists mainly of a plateau broken in the southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ynan",1,1,1 ], "by the Red and Black Rivers, with mountains in the west, rising over 5500 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yokohama",1,1,1 ], "a port in central Japan, on SE Honshu on Tokyo Bay: a major port and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yokohama",1,1,1 ], "country's third largest city situated in the largest and most populous industrial region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yokohama",1,1,1 ], "of Japan| Pop|: 2,620,000 (1975)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yola",1,1,1 ], "a market town in E Nigeria, capital of Gongola state| Pop|: 8 573 (1963)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yom Kippur",1,1,1 ], "an annual Jewish holiday celebrated on Tishri 10 as a day of fasting, on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yom Kippur",1,1,1 ], "prayers of penitence are recited in the synagogue throughout the day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yompur",1,1,1 ], "25, 1973), Syrian forces having been repulsed, Egypt having reoccupied a belt of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yompur",1,1,1 ], "a war in which Egypt and Syria launched a joint surprise attack on Israel on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yompur",1,1,1 ], "salient on the W bank" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Yompur",1,1,1 ], "the Jewish festival of Yom Kippur (Oct| 6, 1973)| It ended with a ceasefire (Oct|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yompur",1,1,1 ], "the Sinai desert on the E bank of the Suez Canal, and Israel having established a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yonkers",1,1,1 ], "195,542 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yonkers",1,1,1 ], "a city in SE New York State, near New York City on the Hudson River| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yonne",1,1,1 ], "297,851 (1975)| Area: 7461 sq| km (2910 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yonne",1,1,1 ], "a department of N central France, in Burgundy region| Capital: Auxerre| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yonne",1,1,2 ], "Length: 290 km (180 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yonne",1,1,2 ], "a river in N France, flowing generally northwest to the Seine at Montereau|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "York",1,1,1 ], "a walled city in NE England, in North Yorkshire, on the River Ouse: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "York",1,1,1 ], "medieval mystery plays; university (1963)| Pop|: 104,513 (1971)| Latin name: Eboracum" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "York",1,1,1 ], "military capital of Roman Britain; capital of the N archiepiscopal province of Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "York",1,1,1 ], "since 625, with a cathedral (the Minster) begun in 1154; noted for its cycle of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "York",1,1,2 ], "Cape| a cape in NE Australia, in Queensland at the N tip of Cape York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "York",1,1,2 ], "Peninsula, extending into Torres Strait: the northernmost point of Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "York",2,1,1 ], "1461 to 1485" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "York",2,1,1 ], "the English royal house, a branch of the Plantagenet line, that reigned from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "York",2,1,2 ], "Alvin C 1887-1964, U|S| soldier and hero of World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorke Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a peninsula in South Australia, between Spencer Gulf and St| Vincent Gulf:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorke Peninsula",1,1,1 ], "mainly agricultural with several coastal resorts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkist",1,1,1 ], "Roses|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkist",1,1,1 ], "a member or adherent of the royal house of York, esp| during the wars of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkist",1,2,1 ], "York" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkist",1,2,1 ], "of, belonging to, or relating to the supporters or members of the house of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire Dales",1,1,1 ], "Airedale, Ribbledale, Teesdale, Swaledale, Nidderdale, Wharfedale, and Wensleydale;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire Dales",1,1,1 ], "the valleys of the rivers flowing from the Pennines in W Yorkshire: chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire Dales",1,1,1 ], "tourist area" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire pudding",1,1,1 ], "a light puffy baked pudding made from a batter of flour, eggs, and milk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire pudding",1,1,1 ], "traditionally served with roast beef" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire terrier",1,1,1 ], "a very small breed of terrier with a long straight glossy coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "a former county of N England: it was the largest English county, divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "administratively into East, West, and North Ridings| In 1974 it was much reduced in size and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yorkshire",1,1,1 ], "divided into North, West, and South Yorkshire" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yorks| ",1,1,1 ], "Yorkshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yorktown",1,1,1 ], "Cornwallis to the Americans under Washington at the end of the War of American" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yorktown",1,1,1 ], "Independence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yorktown",1,1,1 ], "a village in SE Virginia: scene of the surrender (1781) of the British under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yoruba",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Negroid people of W Africa, living chiefly in the coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yoruba",1,1,1 ], "particularly as evidenced in their music, art, and sculpture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yoruba",1,1,1 ], "regions of SW Nigeria: noted for their former city states and complex material culture," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yoruba",1,1,2 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yoruba",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yosemite Falls",1,1,1 ], "(1430 ft|) high, and the Lower Yosemite Falls, 98 m (320 ft|) high" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yosemite Falls",1,1,1 ], "a series of waterfalls in central California, in the Yosemite National Park," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yosemite Falls",1,1,1 ], "with a total drop of 770 m (2525 ft|): includes the Upper Yosemite Falls, 436 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yosemite National Park",1,1,1 ], "a national park in central California, in the Sierra Nevada Mountains:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yosemite National Park",1,1,1 ], "contains the Yosemite Valley, at an altitude of about 1200 m (4000 ft|), with sheer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yosemite National Park",1,1,1 ], "walls rising about another 1200 m (4000 ft|)| Area: 3061 sq| km (1182 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yoshkar-Ola",1,1,1 ], "a city in the W Soviet Union, capital of the Mari ASSR| Pop|: 202,000 (1975" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yoshkar-Ola",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Young Ireland",1,1,1 ], "O'Connell because they favoured a more violent policy than that which he promoted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Young Ireland",1,1,1 ], "a movement or party of Irish patriots in the 1840s who split with Daniel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Young Turk",1,1,1 ], "a progressive, revolutionary, or rebellious member of an organization," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Young Turk",1,1,1 ], "political party, etc|, esp| one agitating for radical reform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Young Turk",1,1,2 ], "a member of an abortive reform movement in the Ottoman Empire, originally made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Young Turk",1,1,2 ], "great influence in the government between 1908 and 1918" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Young Turk",1,1,2 ], "the domination of young Turkish army officers of a nationalist bent, who wielded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Young Turk",1,1,2 ], "up of exiles in W Europe who advocated liberal reforms| The movement fell under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Young",1,1,1 ], "Brigham| 1801-77, U|S| Mormon leader, who led the Mormon migration to Utah and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Young",1,1,1 ], "founded Salt Lake City (1847)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Young",1,1,2 ], "Edward| 1683-1765, English poet and dramatist, noted for his Night Thoughts on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Young",1,1,2 ], "Life, Death, and Immortality (1742-45)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Young",1,1,3 ], "Thomas| 1773-1829, English physicist, physician, and Egyptologist| He helped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Young",1,1,3 ], "and assisted in the decipherment of the Rosetta Stone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Young",1,1,3 ], "to establish the wave theory of light by his experiments on optical interference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Young's modulus",1,1,1 ], "a modulus of elasticity, applicable to the stretching of a wire etc|, equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Young's modulus",1,1,1 ], "length per unit length| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Young's modulus",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the applied load per unit area of cross section to the increase in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Youngstown",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 133,452 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Youngstown",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Ohio: a major centre of steel production: university (1908)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ypres",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 20,825 (1970)| Flemish name: Ieper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ypres",1,1,1 ], "a town in W Belgium, in W Flanders province near the border with France: scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ypres",1,1,1 ], "of many sieges and battles, esp| in World War I, when it was completely destroyed|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ypsilanti",1,1,1 ], "Alexander | 1792-1828, Greek patriot, who led an unsuccessful revolt against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ypsilanti",1,1,1 ], "the Turks (1821)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ypsilanti",1,1,2 ], "commander in chief of Greek forces (1828-30) during the war of independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ypsilanti",1,1,2 ], "his brother, Demetrios ($dimitri!@$s)| 1793-1832, Greek revolutionary leader;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yquem",1,1,1 ], "a French vineyard of the Sauternes area of Bordeaux that produces a sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yquem",1,1,1 ], "white table wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yser",1,1,1 ], "Belgium to the North Sea: scene of battles in World War I| Length: 77 km (48 miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yser",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW central Europe, rising in N France and flowing through SW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yseult",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Iseult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yssel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of IJssel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yt",1,1,1 ], "the former chemical symbol for yttrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yucat",1,1,1 ], "Merida| Pop|: 758,355 (1970)| Area: 43,379 sq| km (16,749 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yucat",1,1,1 ], "a state of SE Mexico, occupying the N part of the Yucatan peninsula| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yucat",1,1,2 ], "a centre of Mayan civilization from about 100 b|c| to the 18th century| Area:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yucat",1,1,2 ], "a peninsula of Central America between the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yucat",1,1,2 ], "about 181,300 sq| km (70,000 sq| miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yucat",1,1,2 ], "including the Mexican states of Campeche, Yucatan, and Quintana Roo, and part of Belize:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yucatnel",1,1,1 ], "a channel between W Cuba and the Yucatan Peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yuga",1,1,1 ], "(in Hindu cosmology) one of the four ages of mankind, together lasting over 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yuga",1,1,1 ], "million years and marked by a progressive decline in the vitality and morals of men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslav",1,1,1 ], "a native, inhabitant, or citizen of Yugoslavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslav",1,1,2 ], "(not in technical use) another name for Serbo-Croatian (the language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslav",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of Yugoslavia or its people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "1963| It is mainly mountainous and rugged, rising over 2700m (9000 ft|) in the Julian" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "Alps, with the fertile Danube-Sava Basin in the northeast| Languages: Serbo-Croatian," ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "German invasion of 1941-44 was resisted chiefly by a Communist group led by Tito, who" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "Slovene, and Macedonian| Currency: dinar| Capital: Belgrade| Pop|: 21,352,000 (1975" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "a federal republic in SE Europe, on the Adriatic: established in 1918 from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "belonged to Austria-Hungary (Croatia, Slovenia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina); the name" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "declared a people's republic in 1945; a socialist federal republic was declared in" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "est|)| Area: 255,804 sq| km (98,766 sq| miles)" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "independent states of Macedonia and Montenegro, and regions that until World War I had" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yugoslavia",1,1,1 ], "was changed from Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes to Yugoslavia in 1929;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yugo|",1,1,1 ], "Yugoslavia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yukawa",1,1,1 ], "born 1907, Japanese nuclear physicist, who predicted (1935) the existence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yukawa",1,1,1 ], "mesons: Nobel prize for physics 1949" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yukon River",1,1,1 ], "Length: 3185 km (1979 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Yukon River",1,1,1 ], "Yukon Territory and British Columbia: flows northwest into Alaska, U|S|, and then" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yukon River",1,1,1 ], "a river in NW North America, rising in NW Canada on the border between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yukon River",1,1,1 ], "southwest to the Bering Sea; navigable for about 2850 km (1775 miles) to Whitehorse|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yukon",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Whitehorse| Pop|: 21,836 (1976)| Area: 536,327 sq| km (207,076 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Yukon",1,1,1 ], "a territory of NW Canada, on the Beaufort Sea: arctic and mountainous," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yukon",1,1,1 ], "reaching 6050 m (19,850 ft|) at Mount Logan, Canada's highest peak; mineral resources|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yuman",1,1,1 ], "California, and Mexico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yuman",1,1,1 ], "a family of North American Indian languages spoken chiefly in Arizona," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yuman",1,2,1 ], "relating to or belonging to this family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yurev",1,1,1 ], "the former name (11th century until 1918) of Tartu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yuzovka",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1872 until after the Revolution) of Donetsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Yvelines",1,1,1 ], "1,099,416 (1975)| Area: 2271 sq| km (886 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Yvelines",1,1,1 ], "a department of N France, in Ile de France region| Capital: Versailles| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y|",1,1,1 ], "Y|M|C|A| or Y|W|C|A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y|M|C|A|",1,1,1 ], "Young Men's Christian Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y|M|H|A|",1,1,1 ], "Young Men's Hebrew Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y|T|",1,1,1 ], "Yukon Territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y|W|C|A|",1,1,1 ], "Young Women's Christian Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Y|W|H|A|",1,1,1 ], "Young Women's Hebrew Association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z chart",1,1,1 ], "a chart often used in industry and constructed by plotting on it three series:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z chart",1,1,1 ], "from the beginning of the current year" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Z chart",1,1,1 ], "monthly, weekly, or daily data, the moving annual total, and the cumulative total dating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Z",1,1,1 ], "any unknown, variable, or unspecified factor, number, person, or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z",1,1,2 ], "atomic number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z",1,1,3 ], "impedance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z",1,1,4 ], "zone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z",1,1,5 ], "international car registration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z",1,1,6 ], "Zambia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ZA",1,1,1 ], "international car registration for South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ZANU",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Zimbabwe African National Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ZAPU",1,1,1 ], "acronym for Zimbabwe African People" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ZETA",1,1,1 ], "a torus-shaped apparatus used for research on controlled thermonuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ZETA",1,1,1 ], "reactions and plasma physics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zaandam",1,1,1 ], "a town in the W Netherlands, in North Holland: an important shipbuilding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zaandam",1,1,1 ], "centre in the 17th century; timber industry| Pop|: 69,000 (1971 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zabrze",1,1,1 ], "Pop|: 201,600 (1974 est|)| German name: Hindenburg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zabrze",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Poland: under Prussian rule from 1742 until 1921, when it passed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zabrze",1,1,1 ], "to Germany; restored to Poland in 1945; industrial centre in a coal-mining region|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zacatecas",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Zacatecas| Pop|: 951,462 (1970)| Area: 75,040 sq| km (28,973 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zacatecas",1,1,1 ], "a state of N central Mexico, on the central plateau: rich mineral resources|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zacatecas",1,1,2 ], "56,829 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zacatecas",1,1,2 ], "a city in N central Mexico, capital of Zacatecas state: silver mines| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zacynthus",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for Zante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zagazig",1,1,1 ], "(1974 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zagazig",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Egypt, in the Nile Delta: major cotton market| Pop|: 195,100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zagreb",1,1,1 ], "(1874); industrial centre| Pop|: 566,224 (1971)| German name: Agram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zagreb",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW Yugoslavia, capital of the republic of Croatia; university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zagreus",1,1,1 ], "Dionysus| The son of Zeus by either Demeter or Persephone, he was killed by the Titans at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zagreus",1,1,1 ], "a young god whose cult came from Crete to Greece, where he was identified with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zagreus",1,1,1 ], "the behest of Hera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zagros Mountains",1,1,1 ], "a mountain range in S Iran: has Iran's main oilfields in its W central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zagros Mountains",1,1,1 ], "foothills| Highest peak: Zard Kuh, 4548 m (14,920 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "1963)| It consists chiefly of the Congo basin, with large areas of dense tropical" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Kinshasa| Pop|: 24,222 (1974 est|)| Area: 2,344,116 sq| km (905,063 sq| miles)|" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "Former names: Congo Free State (1885-1908), Belgian Congo (1908-60), (Democratic" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "Leopold II of Belgium as absolute monarch; became the Belgian Congo colony in 1908;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "Republic of the)Congo (1960-71), Congo-Kinshasa" ,10 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "a republic in S central Africa, with a narrow strip of land along the Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "east| Official language: French| Religion: Christian and animist| Currency: zaire|" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "estuary leading to the Atlantic in the west: Congo Free State established in 1885, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "forest and marshes, and the Mitumba highlands reaching over 5000 m (16,000 ft|) in the" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,1 ], "gained independence in 1960, followed by civil war and the secession of Katanga (until" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zaire",1,1,2 ], "the Zairese name (since 1971) for the (River)Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zama",1,1,1 ], "site of Scipio's decisive defeat of Hannibal (202 b|c|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zama",1,1,1 ], "the name of several ancient cities in N Africa, including the one near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zambezi",1,1,1 ], "Angola back into Zambia, continuing south to the Caprivi Strip of South West Africa," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zambezi",1,1,1 ], "a river in S central and E Africa, rising in NW Zambia and flowing across E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zambezi",1,1,1 ], "and then east through Rhodesia and Mozambique to the Indian Ocean: the fourth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zambezi",1,1,1 ], "longest river in Africa| Length: 2740 km (1700 miles)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zambia",1,1,1 ], "(1953-63), gaining independence within the Commonwealth in 1964; important mineral" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zambia",1,1,1 ], "a republic in central Africa: an early site of human settlement; controlled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zambia",1,1,1 ], "exports, esp| copper| Official language: English| Religion: mostly animist| Currency:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Zambia",1,1,1 ], "kwacha| Capital: Lusaka| Pop|: 4,056,995 (1969)| Area: 752,617 sq| km (290,587 sq|" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "Zambia",1,1,1 ], "made a British protectorate in 1924; part of the Central African Federation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zambia",1,1,1 ], "miles)| Former name (until 1964): Northern Rhodesia" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "Zambia",1,1,1 ], "the British South Africa Company by 1900 and unified as Northern Rhodesia in 1911;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zamboanga",1,1,1 ], "Spanish in 1635; tourist centre, with fisheries| Pop|: 240,066 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zamboanga",1,1,1 ], "a port in the Philippines, on SW Mindanao on Basilan Strait: founded by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zamenhof",1,1,1 ], "1859-1917, Polish oculist invented Esperanto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zamora",1,1,1 ], "a city in NW central Spain, on the Douro River| Pop|: 49,029 (1970)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zante",1,1,1 ], "(1971)| Area: 402 sq| km (155 sq| miles)| Latin name: Zacynthus|Ancient Greek name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zante",1,1,1 ], "Ionian Islands; traditionally belonged to Ulysses, king of Ithaca| Pop|: 30,187" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zante",1,1,1 ], "Zakynthos|Modern Greek name: Zakinthos" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zante",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Ionian Sea, off the W coast of Greece: southernmost of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zanzibar",1,1,1 ], "an island in the Indian Ocean, off the E coast of Africa: settled by Persians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zanzibar",1,1,1 ], "and Arabs from the 7th century onwards; became a flourishing trading centre for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zanzibar",1,1,1 ], "ivory, slaves, and cloves; made a British protectorate in 1890, becoming independent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zanzibar",1,1,1 ], "to form the United Republic of Tanzania| Pop|: 68,490 (1967)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Zanzibar",1,1,1 ], "within the Commonwealth in 1963 and a republic in 1964; joined with Tanganyika in 1964" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zapata",1,1,1 ], "1877-1919, Mexican guerrilla leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zaporozhye",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the Ukrainian SSR on the Dnieper River:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zaporozhye",1,1,1 ], "developed as a major industrial centre after the construction (1932) of the Dnieper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zaporozhye",1,1,1 ], "hydroelectric station| Pop|: 744,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1921): Aleksandrovsk" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zapotec",1,1,1 ], "Indians inhabiting S Mexico, esp| the Mexican state of Oaxaca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zapotec",1,1,1 ], "any member of a large tribe of central American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zapotec",1,1,2 ], "the group of languages spoken by this people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zapotec",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to this people or their language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zappa",1,1,1 ], "(1973), Apostrophe (1973), One Size Fits All (1975), and Bongo Fury (1975)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Zappa",1,1,1 ], "Motels (film score, 1970), Waka Jawaka (1972), Grand Wazoo (1972), Overnite Sensation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zappa",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, U|S| rock musician and producer: founder and only permanent member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zappa",1,1,1 ], "of the large amorphous group the Mothers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zappa",1,1,1 ], "recordings include Freak out (1966), Ruben and the Jets (1968), Hot Rats (1969), 200" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zaqaziq",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Zagazig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zaragoza",1,1,1 ], "(1970)| Pre-Roman name: Salduba|Latin name: Caesaraugusta|English name: Saragossa" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zaragoza",1,1,1 ], "French during the Peninsular War and captured (1809); university (1474)| Pop|: 479,845" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zaragoza",1,1,1 ], "Moorish rule (714-1118); capital of Aragon (12th-15th centuries); twice besieged by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zaragoza",1,1,1 ], "a city in NE Spain, on the River Ebro: Roman colony established 25 b|c|; under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zarathustra",1,1,1 ], "the Avestan name of Zoroaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zarga",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zarga",1,1,1 ], "the second largest town in Jordan, northeast of Amman| Pop|: 226,000 (1974" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zaria",1,1,1 ], "a city in N central Nigeria: former capital of a Hausa state; agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zaria",1,1,1 ], "trading centre; university (1962)| Pop|: 224,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zealand",1,1,1 ], "the English name for Sjalland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zealot",1,1,1 ], "all aspects of Roman rule in Palestine in the 1st century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zealot",1,1,1 ], "any of the members of an extreme Jewish sect or political party that resisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zebedee",1,1,1 ], "the father of the apostles James and John (Matthew 4:21)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zebulun",1,1,1 ], "(Genesis 30:20)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zebulun",1,1,1 ], "the sixth son whom Leah bore to Jacob: one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zebulun",1,1,2 ], "the tribe descended from him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zebulun",1,1,3 ], "Carmel and to the east of the coastal plain| Douay spelling: Zabulon " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zebulun",1,1,3 ], "the territory of this tribe, lying in lower Galilee to the north of Mount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zechariah",1,1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the late 6th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zechariah",1,1,1,2 ], "of Israel after the exile as a national, religious, and messianic community with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zechariah",1,1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles, which are chiefly concerned with the renewal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zechariah",1,1,1,2 ], "the restored Temple and rebuilt Jerusalem as its centre| Douay spelling: Zacharias" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zechariah",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of Zachariah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zech|",1,1,1 ], "Zechariah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zedekiah",1,1,1 ], "Sedecias " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zedekiah",1,1,1 ], "the last king of Judah, who died in captivity at Babylon| Douay spelling:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeebrugge",1,1,1 ], "Bruges; German submarine base in World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zeebrugge",1,1,1 ], "a port in NW Belgium, in W Flanders on the North Sea: linked by canal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeeland",1,1,1 ], "Capital: Middelburg| Pop|: 319,300 (1973 est|)| Area: 2700 sq| km (1042 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zeeland",1,1,1 ], "a province of the SW Netherlands: consists of a small area on the mainland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeeland",1,1,1 ], "together with a number of islands in the Scheldt estuary; mostly below sea level|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zeeman effect",1,1,1 ], "lines when the substance is placed in a magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zeeman effect",1,1,1 ], "the splitting of a spectral line of a substance into several closely spaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeffirelli",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, Italian stage and film director and designer, noted esp| for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeffirelli",1,1,1 ], "work in opera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zeist",1,1,1 ], "a city in the central Netherlands, near Utrecht| Pop|: 57,155 (1973 est|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeitgeist",1,1,1 ], "it is reflected in literature, philosophy, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zeitgeist",1,1,1 ], "the spirit, attitude, or general outlook of a specific time or period, esp| as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zen",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese school, of 12th-century Chinese origin, teaching that contemplation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zen",1,1,1 ], "achieving pure enlightenment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zen",1,1,1 ], "of one's essential nature to the exclusion of all else is the only way of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zen",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to this school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zend",1,1,1 ], "a former name for Avestan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zend",1,1,2 ], "short for Zend-Avesta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zend",1,1,3 ], "an exposition of the Avesta in the Middle Persian language (Pahlavi)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zend-Avesta",1,1,1 ], "the Avesta together with the traditional interpretative commentary known as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zend-Avesta",1,1,1 ], "the Zend, esp| as preserved in the Avestan language among the Parsees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zener diode",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor diode that exhibits a sharp increase in reverse current at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zener diode",1,1,1 ], "well-defined reverse voltage: used as a voltage regulator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zeno of Citium",1,1,1 ], "336-264 b|c|, Greek philosopher, who founded the Stoic school in Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeno of Elea",1,1,1 ], "490-430 b|c|, Greek Eleatic philosopher; disciple of Parmenides| He defended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeno of Elea",1,1,1 ], "arguments, of which the best known is that of Achilles and the tortoise" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zeno of Elea",1,1,1 ], "the belief that motion and change are illusions in a series of paradoxical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zenobia",1,1,1 ], "3rd-century a|d| queen of Palmyra (??267-272), who was captured by the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zenobia",1,1,1 ], "emperor Aurelian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zephaniah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew prophet of the late 7th century b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zephaniah",1,1,2 ], "approaching judgment by God upon the sinners of Judah| Douay spelling: Sophonias " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zephaniah",1,1,2 ], "the book containing his oracles, which are chiefly concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zephyrus",1,1,1 ], "the god of the west wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeph|",1,1,1 ], "Zephaniah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeppelin",1,1,1 ], "Count Ferdinand von | 1838-1917, German aeronautical pioneer, who designed and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeppelin",1,1,1 ], "manufactured airships (zeppelins)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zermatt",1,1,1 ], "Matterhorn: not accessible by car| Pop|: 3101 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zermatt",1,1,1 ], "a village and resort in S Switzerland, in Valais canton at the foot of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeta",1,1,1 ], "the sixth brightest star in a constellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zetland",1,1,1 ], "the official name (until 1974) of Shetland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeus",1,1,1 ], "he dethroned his father Cronus and defeated the Titans| He was the husband of his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zeus",1,1,1 ], "sister Hera and father by her and others of many gods, demigods, and mortals| He" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zeus",1,1,1 ], "the sea and underworld respectively| Roman counterpart: Jupiter" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Zeus",1,1,1 ], "the supreme god of the ancient Greeks, who became ruler of gods and men after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeus",1,1,1 ], "wielded thunderbolts and ruled the heavens, while his brothers Poseidon and Hades ruled" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zeuxis",1,1,1 ], "late 5th-century b|c| Greek painter, noted for the verisimilitude of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zeuxis",1,1,1 ], "works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zhdanov",1,1,1 ], "a port in the SW Soviet Union, in the SE Ukrainian SSR near the Sea of Azov:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zhdanov",1,1,1 ], "industrial centre| Pop|: 459,000 (1975 est|)| Former name (until 1948): Mariupol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zhitomir",1,1,1 ], "(1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zhitomir",1,1,1 ], "a city in the SW Soviet Union, in the central Ukrainian SSR| Pop|: 219,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zhivkov",1,1,1 ], "born 1911, Bulgarian statesman and party leader prime minister (1962-71) head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zhivkov",1,1,1 ], "of state since 1971" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zhukov",1,1,1 ], "1896-1974, Soviet marshal|In World War II, he led the offensives that broke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zhukov",1,1,1 ], "Berlin minister of defence (1955-57)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zhukov",1,1,1 ], "the sieges of Stalingrad and Leningrad (1942-43) and later captured Warsaw and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zia ul Haq",1,1,1 ], "born 1924, Pakistani general; chief martial law administrator of Pakistan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zia ul Haq",1,1,1 ], "since 1977, following the overthrow of Z| A| Bhutto by a military corp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ziaur Rahman",1,1,1 ], "1977" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ziaur Rahman",1,1,1 ], "born 1936, Bangladesh general and statesman; president of Bangladesh since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ziegfeld",1,1,1 ], "1869-1932, U|S| theatrical producer, noted for his series of extravagant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ziegfeld",1,1,1 ], "revues (1907-31), known as the Ziegfeld Follies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ziegler catalyst",1,1,1 ], "aluminium alkyl (Al(CH\3)3), that produce stereospecific polymers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ziegler catalyst",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of catalysts, such as titanium trichloride (TiCl\3) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zilpah",1,1,1 ], "Leah's maidservant, who bore Gad and Asher to Jacob (Genesis 30:10-13)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zimbabwe",1,1,1 ], "Rhodesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zimbabwe",1,1,1 ], "another name (used esp| by those seeking independence under majority rule) for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zimbabwe",1,1,2 ], "a ruined fortified settlement in Rhodesia, which at its height, in the 15th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zimbabwe",1,1,2 ], "century, was probably the capital of an empire covering SE Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zinfandel",1,1,1 ], "a Californian wine grape originally transplanted from Europe and producing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zinfandel",1,1,1 ], "quick-maturing fruity red wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zinovievsk",1,1,1 ], "a former name (1924-36) for Kirovograd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zinzendorf",1,1,1 ], "Count Nikolaus Ludwig von | 1700-60, German religious reformer, who organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zinzendorf",1,1,1 ], "the Moravian Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,1 ], "the hill on which the city of Jerusalem stands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,1,1 ], "the ancient Israelites of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,1,2 ], "the modern Jewish nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,1,3 ], "Israel as the national home of the Jewish people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,2 ], "heaven regarded as the city of God and the final abode of his elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,3 ], "an ultimate goal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,3 ], "any form of social organization, way of life, or life after death regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,3,1 ], "a religious community or its site, regarded as chosen by God and under his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,3,1 ], "special protection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,3,2 ], "an ideal theocratic community, esp| any of the Christian Churches regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zion",1,1,3,2 ], "such a community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zionism",1,1,1 ], "a political movement for the establishment and support of a national homeland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zionism",1,1,1 ], "for Jews in Palestine, now concerned chiefly with the development of the modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zionism",1,1,1 ], "state of Israel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zionism",1,1,2 ], "a policy or movement for Jews to return to Palestine from the Diaspora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zipangu",1,1,1 ], "Marco Polo's name for Cipango" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Ziska",1,1,1 ], "(1420-24) against emperor Sigismund" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ziska",1,1,1 ], "1370-1424, Bohemian soldier, who successfully led the Hussite rebellion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zkinthos",1,1,1 ], "transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Zante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zlatoust",1,1,1 ], "a town in the central Soviet Union, on the Ay river: one of the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zlatoust",1,1,1 ], "metallurgical centres of the Urals| Pop|: 191,000 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zn",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for zinc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zoan",1,1,1 ], "the Biblical name for Tanis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zoffany",1,1,1 ], "1733-1810, British painter, esp| of portraits; born in Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zohar",1,1,1 ], "Hagiographa, probably composed in the 2nd century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zohar",1,1,1 ], "a mystical work, consisting of a commentary on parts of the Pentateuch and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zollverein",1,1,1 ], "auspices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zollverein",1,1,1 ], "the customs union of German states organized in the early 1830s under Prussian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zomba",1,1,1 ], "a city in S Malawi: the capital of Malawi until 1971| Pop|: 20,000 (1970" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zomba",1,1,1 ], "est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zond",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of unmanned Soviet spacecraft, first launched in 1964 as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zond",1,1,1 ], "interplanetary space probes, the most successful of which, Zond 3, sent back photographs of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zond",1,1,1 ], "the hidden side of the moon in 1965" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zorn",1,1,1 ], "1860-1920, Swedish painter and etcher, esp| of impressionist portraits and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zorn",1,1,1 ], "landscapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroaster",1,1,1 ], "Avestan name Zarathustra| 628-551 b|c|, Persian prophet; founder of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroaster",1,1,1 ], "Zoroastrianism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Zoroastrianism or Zoroaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrian",1,2,1 ], "a follower of Zoroaster or adherent of Zoroastrianism: in modern times a Gabar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrian",1,2,1 ], "or a Parsee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrianism",1,1,1 ], "7th or early 6th centuries b|c| and set forth in the sacred writings of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrianism",1,1,1 ], "Mazda), the god of creation, light, and goodness, and his arch enemy, Ahriman, the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrianism",1,1,1 ], "Zend-Avesta| It is based on the concept of a continuous struggle between Ormazd (or Ahura" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrianism",1,1,1 ], "spirit of evil and darkness, and it includes a highly developed ethical code" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "Zoroastrianism",1,1,1 ], "the dualistic religion founded by the Persian prophet Zoroaster in the late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zouave",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a member of a body of French infantry composed of Algerian recruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zouave",1,1,1 ], "noted for their dash, hardiness, and colourful uniforms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zouave",1,1,2 ], "American Civil War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zouave",1,1,2 ], "a member of any body of soldiers wearing a similar uniform or otherwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zouave",1,1,2 ], "modelled on the French Zouaves, esp| a volunteer in such a unit of the Union Army in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zoug",1,1,1 ], "the French name for Zug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zr",1,1,1 ], "the chemical symbol for zirconium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zrich",1,1,1 ], "Zurich| Pop|: 1,107,788 (1970)| Area: 1,729 sq| km (668 sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zrich",1,1,1 ], "a canton of NE Switzerland: mainly Protestant and German-speaking| Capital:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zrich",1,1,2 ], "a city in NE Switzerland, the capital of Zurich canton, on Lake Zurich: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zrich",1,1,2 ], "financial centre| Pop|: 396,300 (1975 est|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zrich",1,1,2 ], "largest town and industrial centre in Switzerland; centre of the Swiss Reformation;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zrich",1,1,3 ], "Lake| a lake in N Switzerland, mostly in Zurich canton| Area: 89 sq| km (34" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zrich",1,1,3 ], "sq| miles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zsigmondy",1,1,1 ], "1865-1929, German chemist, born in Austria, noted for his work on colloidal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zsigmondy",1,1,1 ], "particles and, with H| Siedentopf, his introduction (1903) of the ultramicroscope: Nobel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zsigmondy",1,1,1 ], "prize for chemistry 1925" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Ztopek",1,1,1 ], "Marathon at the 1952 Olympic Games in Helsinki" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Ztopek",1,1,1 ], "born 1922, Czech runner winner of the 5000 and 10,000 metres' races and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zug",1,1,1 ], "67,996 (1970)| Area: 239 sq| km (92 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zug",1,1,1 ], "German-speaking and Roman Catholic; joined the Swiss Confederation in 1352| Capital: Zug| Pop|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zug",1,1,1 ], "a canton of N central Switzerland: the smallest Swiss canton; mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zug",1,1,2 ], "22,972 (1970)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zug",1,1,2 ], "a town in N central Switzerland, the capital of Zug canton, on Lake Zug| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zug",1,1,3 ], "Lake| a lake in N central Switzerland, in Zug and Schwyz cantons| Area: 39 sq|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zug",1,1,3 ], "km (15 sq| miles)|French name: Zoug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zuider Zee",1,1,1 ], "IJsselmeer, with several large areas under reclamation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zuider Zee",1,1,1 ], "a former inlet of the North Sea in the N coast of the Netherlands: sealed off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zuider Zee",1,1,1 ], "from the sea by a dam in 1932, dividing it into the Waddenzee and the freshwater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zuidholland",1,1,1 ], "the Dutch name for South Holland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zulu",1,1,1 ], "a member of a tall Negroid people of SE Africa, living chiefly in N Natal, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zulu",1,1,1 ], "became dominant during the 19th century due to a warrior-clan system organized by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zulu",1,1,1 ], "powerful leader, Tchaka" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zulu",1,1,2 ], "family, closely related to Swazi and Xhosa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zulu",1,1,2 ], "the language of this people, belonging to the Bantu group of the Niger-Congo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zululand",1,1,1 ], "a region of South Africa, in NE Natal on the Indian Ocean; partly corresponds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zululand",1,1,1 ], "km (10,362 sq| miles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "Zululand",1,1,1 ], "to Kwazulu bantustan| Chief town: Eshowe| Pop|: 2,105,509 (1970)| Area: 26,838 sq|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zungaria",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Dzungaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zurbar",1,1,1 ], "1598-1664, Spanish Baroque painter, esp| of religious subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zuyder Zee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of Zuider Zee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zweig",1,1,1 ], "Arnold | 1887-1968, German novelist, famous for his realistic war novel The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zweig",1,1,1 ], "Case of Sergeant Grischa (1927)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zweig",1,1,2 ], "Stefan | 1881-1942, Austrian novelist, dramatist, essayist, and poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zwickau",1,1,1 ], "a city in S East Germany: Anabaptist movement founded here (1521); coal-mining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zwickau",1,1,1 ], "and industrial centre| Pop|: 122,604 (1975 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zwinglian",1,1,1 ], "an upholder of the religious doctrines or movement of Zwingli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zwinglian",1,2,1 ], "interpretation of the Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zwinglian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Zwingli, his religious movement, or his doctrines, esp| his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zwolle",1,1,1 ], "77,122 (1973 est|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zwolle",1,1,1 ], "a town in the central Netherlands, capital of Overijssel province| Pop|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zworykin",1,1,1 ], "born 1889, U|S| physicist and television pioneer, born in Russia|He developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zworykin",1,1,1 ], "the first practical television camera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zyrian",1,1,1 ], "family; Komi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "Zyrian",1,1,1 ], "the language of the people of the Komi ASSR, belonging to the Finno-Ugric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Zyrian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this language or its speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "Z|P|G|",1,1,1 ], "zero population growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "`Asi",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic name for the Orontes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "`a bas",1,1,1 ], "down with!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "`a bon march",1,1,1 ], "at a bargain price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "`a cheval",1,1,1 ], "(of a bet, esp| in roulette) made on two numbers, cards, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "`a deux",1,2,1 ], "of or for two persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "`a pied",1,2,1 ], "on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a cappella",1,2,1 ], "without instrumental accompaniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a fortiori",1,1,1 ], "for a stronger, more convincing, or more certain reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a gogo",1,2,1 ], "as much as one likes; galore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la carte",1,2,1 ], "(of a menu or a section of a menu) having dishes listed separately and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la carte",1,2,1 ], "individually priced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a la carte",1,2,2 ], "(of a dish) offered on such a menu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la king",1,1,1 ], "cooked in a cream sauce with mushrooms and green peppers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la mode",1,1,1 ], "fashionable in style, design, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la mode",1,1,2 ], "(of meats) braised with vegetables in wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la mode",1,1,3 ], "(of desserts) served with ice cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la",1,1,1 ], "in the manner or style of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a la",1,1,2 ], "as prepared in (a particular place) or by or for (a particular person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a mensa et thoro",1,1,1 ], "but do not cohabit: abolished in England in 1857" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a mensa et thoro",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a form of divorce in which the parties remain married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a posteriori",1,1,1 ], "relating to or involving inductive reasoning from particular facts or effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a posteriori",1,1,1 ], "to a general principle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a posteriori",1,1,2 ], "derived from or requiring evidence for its validation or support; empirical;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a posteriori",1,1,2 ], "open to revision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a priori",1,1,1 ], "expected facts or effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a priori",1,1,1 ], "relating to or involving deductive reasoning from a general principle to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a priori",1,1,2 ], "known to be true independently of or in advance of experience of the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a priori",1,1,2 ], "matter; requiring no evidence for its validation or support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a tempo",1,2,1 ], "to the original tempo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a tempo",1,3,1 ], "a passage thus marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,1 ], "Greek ai (ai) in Latinized spellings, as in Aschylus: now usually written ae, or e in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,1 ], "a digraph in Latin representing either a native diphthong, as in aquus, or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,1 ], "some words, such as demon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,1 ], "specified or known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,1 ], "the first letter and first vowel of the modern English alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,1 ], "used preceding a singular countable noun, if the noun is not previously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,2 ], "a ligature used in Old and early Middle English to represent the vowel sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,2 ], "any of several speech sounds represented by this letter, in English as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,2 ], "of a in cat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,2 ], "take, bag, calm, shortage, or cobra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,2 ], "the qualities of the one named" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,2 ], "used preceding a proper noun to indicate that a person or thing has some of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,3 ], "a ligature used in modern phonetic transcription also representing the vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,3 ], "sound a in cat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,3 ], "the first in a series, esp| the highest grade or mark, as in an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,3 ], "used preceding a noun or determiner of quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,4 ], "divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,4 ], "from A to Z| from start to finish; from beginning to end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,4 ], "used preceding a noun indicating a concrete or abstract thing capable of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,5 ], "(preceded by once, twice, several times, etc|) each or every; per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,6 ], "a certain; one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",1,1,7 ], "(preceded by not) any at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",2,1,1 ], "an informal or dialect word for have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",3,1,1 ], "(usually linked to the preceding noun) an informal form of of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",4,1,1 ], "acceleration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a",4,1,2 ], "atto-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a'",1,1,1 ], "variant of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a-",1,1,1 ], "not; without; opposite to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a-",2,1,1 ], "on; in; towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a-",2,1,2 ], "in the act or process of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a-",2,1,3 ], "in the condition or state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a-v",1,1,1 ], "audiovisual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a/c",1,1,1 ], "account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a/c",1,1,2 ], "account current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a/cs pay|",1,1,1 ], "accounts payable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a/cs rec|",1,1,1 ], "accounts receivable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aa",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic rock consisting of angular blocks of lava with a very rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aa",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aalii",1,1,1 ], "a bushy sapindaceous shrub, Dodonaea viscosa, of Australia, Hawaii, Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aalii",1,1,1 ], "and tropical America, having small greenish flowers and sticky foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aardvark",1,1,1 ], "(Orycteropodidae) and order (Tubulidentata)|It inhabits the grasslands of Africa, has long ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aardvark",1,1,1 ], "a nocturnal mammal, Orycteropus afer, the sole member of its family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aardvark",1,1,1 ], "and snout, and feeds on termites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aardwolf",1,1,1 ], "Africa and feeds on termites and insect larvae: family Hyaenidae (hyenas), order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aardwolf",1,1,1 ], "Carnivora (carnivores)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aardwolf",1,1,1 ], "a nocturnal mammal, Proteles cristatus, that inhabits the plains of southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ab initio",1,1,1 ], "from the start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ab ovo",1,1,1 ], "from the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ab urbe condita",1,1,1 ], "the full form of A|U|C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ab-",1,1,1 ], "away from; off; outside of; opposite to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ab-",2,1,1 ], "denoting a cgs unit of measurement in the electromagnetic system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aba",1,1,1 ], "a type of cloth from Syria, made of goat hair or camel hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aba",1,1,2 ], "a sleeveless outer garment of such cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abac",1,1,1 ], "another name for nomogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abaca",1,1,1 ], "a Philippine plant, Musa textilis, related to the banana: family Musaceae|Its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abaca",1,1,1 ], "leafstalks are the source of Manila hemp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abaca",1,1,2 ], "another name for Manila hemp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aback",1,1,1 ], "taken aback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aback",1,1,1,1 ], "startled or disconcerted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aback",1,1,1,2 ], "Nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aback",1,1,2 ], "(of a vessel or sail) having the wind against the forward side so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aback",1,1,2 ], "prevent forward motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aback",1,1,3 ], "towards the back; backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abactinal",1,1,1 ], "(of organisms showing radial symmetry) situated away from or opposite to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abactinal",1,1,1 ], "mouth aboral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abacus",1,1,1 ], "a counting device that consists of a frame holding rods on which a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abacus",1,1,1 ], "number of beads are free to move| Each rod designates a given denomination, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abacus",1,1,1 ], "or a specific number of digits" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "abacus",1,1,1 ], "units, tens, hundreds, etc|, in the decimal system, and each bead represents a digit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abacus",1,1,2 ], "the flat upper part of the capital of a column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abaft",1,2,1 ], "closer to the stern than to another place on a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abaft",1,3,1 ], "behind; aft of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abalone",1,1,1 ], "an ear-shaped shell that is perforated with a row of respiratory holes| The shells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abalone",1,1,1 ], "any of various edible marine gastropod molluscs of the genus Haliotis, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abalone",1,1,1 ], "are used for ornament or decoration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abamp",1,1,1 ], "short for abampere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abampere",1,1,1 ], "centimetre apart, will produce a force between them of 2 dynes per centimetre: equivalent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abampere",1,1,1 ], "that, when flowing through two parallel straight infinitely long conductors 1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abampere",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of current in the electromagnetic system; the constant current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abampere",1,1,1 ], "to 10 amperes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,1,1 ], "to forsake completely; desert; leave behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,1,2 ], "to give up completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,1,3 ], "to yield control of or concern in; relinquish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,1,4 ], "to give up (something begun) before completion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,1,5 ], "to surrender (oneself) to emotion without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,1,6 ], "insurers in order that a claim for a total loss may be made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,1,6 ], "to give (insured property that has suffered partial loss or damage) to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandon",1,2,1 ], "freedom from inhibitions, restraint, concern, or worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandoned",1,1,1 ], "deserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandoned",1,1,2 ], "forsaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandoned",1,1,3 ], "unrestrained; uninhibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandonee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom something is formally relinquished, esp| an insurer having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abandonee",1,1,1 ], "the right to salvage a wreck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abase",1,1,1 ], "to humble or belittle (oneself, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abase",1,1,2 ], "to lower or reduce, as in rank or estimation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abash",1,1,1 ], "to cause to feel ill at ease, embarrassed, or confused make ashamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become less in amount, intensity, degree, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abate",1,2,1,1 ], "to remove, suppress, or terminate (a nuisance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abate",1,2,1,2 ], "to suspend or extinguish (a claim or action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abate",1,2,1,3 ], "to annul (a writ)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abate",1,3,1 ], "(of a writ, legal action, etc|) to become null and void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abate",1,4,1 ], "to subtract or deduct, as part of a price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abatement",1,1,1 ], "diminution or alleviation; decrease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abatement",1,1,2 ], "suppression or termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abatement",1,1,3 ], "the amount by which something is reduced, such as the cost of an article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abatement",1,1,4 ], "a decrease in the payment to legatees when the assets of the estate are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abatement",1,1,4 ], "insufficient to meet all payments in full" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abatement",1,1,5 ], "(formerly) a wrongful entry on land by a stranger who takes possession after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abatement",1,1,5 ], "the death of the owner and before the heir has entered into possession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abatis",1,1,1 ], "a rampart of felled trees placed with their branches outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abator",1,1,1 ], "a person who effects an abatement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abattoir",1,1,1 ], "another name for slaughterhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abaxial",1,1,1 ], "facing away from the axis, as the surface of a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abb",1,1,1 ], "a French abbot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abb",1,1,2 ], "a title used in addressing any other French cleric, such as a priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbacy",1,1,1 ], "the office, term of office, or jurisdiction of an abbot or abbess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbatial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an abbot, abbess, or abbey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbess",1,1,1 ], "the female superior of a convent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbey",1,1,1 ], "a building inhabited by a community of monks or nuns governed by an abbot or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbey",1,1,1 ], "abbess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abbey",1,1,2 ], "a church built in conjunction with such a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbey",1,1,3 ], "such a community of monks or nuns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbot",1,1,1 ], "the superior of an abbey of monks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbreviate",1,1,1 ], "to shorten (a word or phrase) by contraction or omission of some letters or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbreviate",1,1,1 ], "words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abbreviate",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abbreviate",1,1,2 ], "to shorten (a speech or piece of writing) by omitting sections, paraphrasing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbreviate",1,1,3 ], "to cut short; curtail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbreviation",1,1,1 ], "a shortened or contracted form of a word or phrase used in place of the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbreviation",1,1,2 ], "the process or result of abbreviating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abbrev|",1,1,1 ], "abbreviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abcoulomb",1,1,1 ], "abampere is flowing: equivalent to 10 coulombs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abcoulomb",1,1,1 ], "second passing any cross section of a conductor through which a steady current of 1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abcoulomb",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of electric charge in the electromagnetic system; the charge per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abdicate",1,1,1 ], "to renounce (a throne, power, responsibility, rights, etc|), esp| formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abdomen",1,1,1 ], "the heart and lungs| In mammals it is separated from the thorax by the diaphragm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abdomen",1,1,1 ], "the region of the body of a vertebrate that contains the viscera other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abdomen",1,1,2 ], "the front or surface of this region; belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abdomen",1,1,3 ], "(in arthropods) the posterior part of the body behind the thorax, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abdomen",1,1,3 ], "of up to ten similar segments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abdominous",1,1,1 ], "having a large belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abducens nerve",1,1,1 ], "either of the sixth pair of cranial nerves, which supply the lateral rectus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abducens nerve",1,1,1 ], "muscle of the eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abducent",1,1,1 ], "(of a muscle) abducting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abduct",1,1,1 ], "to remove (a person) by force or cunning; kidnap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abduct",1,1,2 ], "(of certain muscles) to pull away (a leg, arm, etc|) from the median axis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abduct",1,1,2 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abeam",1,2,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abeam",1,2,1 ], "at right angles to the length and directly opposite the centre of a vessel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abecedarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who is learning the alphabet or the rudiments of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abecedarian",1,2,1 ], "alphabetically arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abed",1,1,1 ], "in bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abele",1,1,1 ], "another name for white poplar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abelmosk",1,1,1 ], "a tropical bushy malvaceous plant, Hibiscus abelmoschus, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abelmosk",1,1,1 ], "yellow-and-crimson flowers and for its musk-scented seeds, which yield an oil used in perfumery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abernethy",1,1,1 ], "a crisp unleavened biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberrant",1,1,1 ], "deviating from the normal or usual type, as certain animals from the group in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberrant",1,1,1 ], "which they are classified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aberrant",1,1,2 ], "behaving in an abnormal or untypical way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberrant",1,1,3 ], "deviating from truth, morality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,1 ], "deviation from what is normal, expected, or usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,2 ], "departure from truth, morality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,3 ], "a lapse in control of one's mental faculties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,4 ], "a defect in a lens or mirror that causes the formation of either a distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,4 ], "aberration)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,4 ], "image (see spherical aberration) or one with coloured fringes (see chromatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,5 ], "observer with the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aberration",1,1,5 ], "the apparent displacement of a celestial body due to the motion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abet",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to assist or encourage, esp| in crime or wrongdoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abeyance",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by in or into) a state of being suspended or put aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abeyance",1,1,1 ], "temporarily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abeyance",1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abeyance",1,1,3 ], "an indeterminate state of ownership, as when the person entitled to an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abeyance",1,1,3 ], "has not been ascertained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abfarad",1,1,1 ], "a capacitor having a charge of 1 abcoulomb and a potential difference of 1 abvolt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abfarad",1,1,1 ], "between its conductors: equivalent to 10'9 farads" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abfarad",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of capacitance in the electromagnetic system; the capacitance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abhenry",1,1,1 ], "emf of 1 abvolt: equivalent to 10-'9 henry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abhenry",1,1,1 ], "results when a rate of change of current of 1 abampere per second generates an induced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abhenry",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of inductance in the electromagnetic system; the inductance that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abhor",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to detest vehemently; find repugnant; reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abhorrence",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of extreme loathing or aversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abhorrence",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is loathsome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abhorrent",1,1,1 ], "repugnant; loathsome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abhorrent",1,1,2 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by of) feeling extreme aversion or loathing (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abhorrent",1,1,3 ], "(usually postpositive and foll| by to) conflicting (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,1,1 ], "to tolerate; put up with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,2,1 ], "to accept or submit to; suffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,3,1,1 ], "to comply (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,3,1,2 ], "to remain faithful (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,4,1 ], "to remain or continue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,5,1 ], "to dwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,6,1 ], "to await in expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abide",1,7,1 ], "to withstand or sustain; endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abiding",1,1,1 ], "permanent; enduring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abietic acid",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish powder occurring naturally as a constituent of rosin and used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abietic acid",1,1,1 ], "lacquers, varnishes, and soap| Formula: C19H29COOH; melting pt|: 173 degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abigail",1,1,1 ], "a lady's maid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ability",1,1,1 ], "competence, or power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ability",1,1,1 ], "possession of the qualities required to do something; necessary skill," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ability",1,1,2 ], "considerable proficiency; natural capability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ability",1,1,3 ], "special talents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abiogenesis",1,1,1 ], "matter: formerly thought to explain the origin of microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abiogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical process by which living organisms arise from inanimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abiosis",1,1,1 ], "absence of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abirritant",1,1,1 ], "relieving irritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abirritant",1,2,1 ], "any drug or agent that relieves irritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abirritate",1,1,1 ], "to soothe or relieve irritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abject",1,1,1 ], "utterly wretched or hopeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abject",1,1,2 ], "miserable; forlorn; dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abject",1,1,3 ], "indicating humiliation; submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abject",1,1,4 ], "contemptible; despicable; servile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abjure",1,1,1 ], "to renounce or retract, esp| formally, solemnly, or under oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abjure",1,1,2 ], "to abstain from or reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablactation",1,1,1 ], "the weaning of an infant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablactation",1,1,2 ], "the cessation of milk secretion in the breasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablate",1,1,1 ], "to remove by ablation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablation",1,1,1 ], "the surgical removal of an organ, structure, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablation",1,1,2 ], "a space re-entry vehicle on passing through the earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ablation",1,1,2 ], "the melting or wearing away of an expendable part, such as the heat shield of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablation",1,1,3 ], "the wearing away of a rock or glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablative absolute",1,1,1 ], "an absolute construction in Latin grammar in which a head noun and a modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablative absolute",1,1,1 ], "in the ablative case function as a sentence modifier; for example, hostibus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ablative absolute",1,1,1 ], "victis, the enemy having been beaten" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ablative",1,1,1 ], "(in certain inflected languages such as Latin) denoting a case of nouns," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablative",1,1,1 ], "manner, or place of the action described by the verb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ablative",1,1,1 ], "pronouns, and adjectives indicating the agent in passive sentences or the instrument," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ablative",1,2,1,1 ], "the ablative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablative",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in the ablative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablator",1,1,1 ], "into the earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ablator",1,1,1 ], "the heat shield of a space vehicle, which melts or wears away during re-entry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablaut",1,1,1 ], "vowel gradation, esp| in Indo-European languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablaze",1,2,1 ], "on fire; burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablaze",1,2,2 ], "brightly illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablaze",1,2,3 ], "emotionally aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "able rating",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Royal Navy) a rating who is qualified to perform certain duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "able rating",1,1,1 ], "of seamanship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "able",1,1,1 ], "having the necessary power, resources, skill, time, opportunity, etc|, to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "able",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "able",1,1,2 ], "capable; competent; talented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "able",1,1,3 ], "qualified, competent, or authorized to do some specific act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "able-bodied seaman",1,1,1 ], "an ordinary seaman, esp| one in the merchant navy, who has been trained in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "able-bodied seaman",1,1,1 ], "certain skills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "able-bodied",1,1,1 ], "physically strong and healthy; robust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abloom",1,1,1 ], "in flower blooming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablution",1,1,1 ], "the ritual washing of a priest's hands or of sacred vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablution",1,1,2 ], "the act of washing (esp| in the phrase perform one's ablutions)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ablution",1,1,3 ], "latrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ably",1,1,1 ], "in a competent or skilful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abl|",1,1,1 ], "ablative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abnegate",1,1,1 ], "to deny to oneself renounce (privileges, pleasure, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abnormal psychology",1,1,1 ], "norms, esp| those of a pathological nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abnormal psychology",1,1,1 ], "the study of behaviour patterns that diverge widely from generally accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abnormal",1,1,1 ], "not normal; deviating from the usual or typical; extraordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abnormal",1,1,2 ], "odd in behaviour or appearance; strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abnormality",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal feature, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abnormality",1,1,2 ], "a physical malformation; deformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abnormality",1,1,3 ], "deviation from the typical or usual; irregularity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboard",1,3,1 ], "on, in, onto, or into (a ship, train, aircraft, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboard",1,3,2 ], "alongside (a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboard",1,3,3 ], "all aboard! a warning to passengers to board a vehicle, ship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abode",1,1,1 ], "a place in which one lives; one's home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abode",2,1,1 ], "a past tense and past participle of abide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abohm",1,1,1 ], "ohm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abohm",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of resistance in the electromagnetic system: equivalent to 10-'9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboideau",1,1,1 ], "(in the Canadian Maritimes) a dyke with a sluice gate that allows flood water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboideau",1,1,1 ], "to drain off while keeping the sea water out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aboideau",1,1,2 ], "a sluice gate in a dyke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abolish",1,1,1 ], "to do away with (laws, regulations, customs, etc|) put an end to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abolition",1,1,1 ], "the act of abolishing or the state of being abolished; annulment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abolition",1,1,2 ], "(in British territories) the ending of the slave trade (1807) or the ending of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abolition",1,1,2 ], "slavery (1833): accomplished after a long campaign led by William Wilberforce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abolition",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) the emancipation of the slaves, accomplished by the Emancipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abolition",1,1,3 ], "Proclamation issued in 1863 and ratified in 1865" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abomasum",1,1,1 ], "and digests food from the psalterium and passes it on to the small intestine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abomasum",1,1,1 ], "the fourth and last compartment of the stomach of ruminants, which receives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abominable snowman",1,1,1 ], "Himalayan Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abominable snowman",1,1,1 ], "a large legendary manlike or apelike creature, alleged to inhabit the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abominable",1,1,1 ], "offensive; loathsome; detestable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abominable",1,1,2 ], "very bad, unpleasant, or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abominate",1,1,1 ], "to dislike intensely loathe detest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abomination",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is disgusting or loathsome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abomination",1,1,2 ], "an action that is vicious, vile, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abomination",1,1,3 ], "intense loathing or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abondance",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of abundance ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboral",1,1,1 ], "away from or opposite the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboriginal",1,1,1 ], "existing in a place from the earliest known period; indigenous; autochthonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aborigine",1,1,1 ], "an original inhabitant of a country or region who has been there from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aborigine",1,1,1 ], "earliest known times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aborning",1,1,1 ], "while being born, developed, or realized (esp| in the phrase die aborning)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,1,1 ], "to terminate or cause to terminate pregnancy before the fetus is viable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,2,1 ], "to fail to come to completion; go wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,3,1 ], "to interrupt the development of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,4,1 ], "to give birth to a dead or nonviable fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,4,2 ], "(of a space flight, military operation, etc|) to fail or terminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,4,2 ], "prematurely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,5,1 ], "(of an organism or part of an organism) to fail to develop into the mature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abort",1,5,1 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aborticide",1,1,1 ], "the destruction of a fetus; feticide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aborticide",1,1,2 ], "a drug or agent that kills a fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortifacient",1,1,1 ], "causing abortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortifacient",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that causes abortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,1 ], "an operation or other procedure to terminate pregnancy before the fetus is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,1 ], "viable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,2 ], "a nonviable fetus from the uterus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,2 ], "the premature termination of pregnancy by spontaneous or induced expulsion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,3 ], "the products of abortion; an aborted fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,4 ], "the arrest of development of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,5 ], "a failure to develop to completion or maturity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortion",1,1,6 ], "a person or thing that is deformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who performs abortions, esp| illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortive",1,1,1 ], "failing to achieve a purpose; fruitless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortive",1,1,2 ], "(of organisms) imperfectly developed; rudimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abortive",1,1,3 ], "causing abortion; abortifacient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aboulia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of abulia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abound",1,1,1 ], "to exist or occur in abundance; be plentiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abound",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by with or in) to be plentifully supplied (with); teem (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,1,1 ], "relating to; concerning; on the subject of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,1,2 ], "near or close to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,1,3 ], "carried on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,1,4 ], "on every side of; all the way around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,1,5 ], "active in or engaged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,1,6 ], "ready to or intending to: often used to form an immediate future verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,1 ], "approximately; near in number, time, degree, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,2 ], "nearby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,3 ], "here and there; from place to place; in no particular direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,4 ], "all around; on every side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,5 ], "in or to the opposite direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,6 ], "in rotation or revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,7 ], "used in informal phrases to indicate understatement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,2,8 ], "in circumference; around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about",1,3,1 ], "active; astir after sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "about-ship",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Nautical| to manoeuvre a vessel onto a new tack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above board",1,2,1 ], "in the open; without dishonesty, concealment, or fraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,1 ], "on top of or higher than; over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,10 ], "upstream from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,11 ], "above all| most of all or most important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,12 ], "above and beyond| in addition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,13 ], "above oneself| presumptuous or conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,2 ], "greater than in quantity or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,3 ], "superior to or prior to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,4 ], "too honourable or high-minded for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,5 ], "too respected for; beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,6 ], "too difficult to be understood by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,7 ], "louder or higher than (other noise)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,8 ], "in preference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,1,9 ], "north of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,2,1 ], "in or to a higher place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,2,1,1 ], "in a previous place (in something written)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,2,1,2 ], "the above-mentioned clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,2,2 ], "higher in rank or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,2,3 ], "in or concerned with heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,3,1 ], "the above| something that is above or previously mentioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "above",1,4,1 ], "mentioned or appearing in a previous place (in something written)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abracadabra",1,1,1 ], "a spoken formula, used esp| by conjurors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abracadabra",1,2,1 ], "a word used in incantations, etc|, considered to possess magic powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abracadabra",1,2,2 ], "gibberish; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrade",1,1,1 ], "to scrape away or wear down by friction erode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abranchiate",1,1,1 ], "having no gills|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrasion",1,1,1 ], "the process of scraping or wearing down by friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrasion",1,1,2 ], "a scraped area or spot; graze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrasion",1,1,3 ], "scratching and scraping it; wearing down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abrasion",1,1,3 ], "the effect of mechanical erosion of rock, esp| a river bed, by rock fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrasive",1,1,1 ], "a substance or material such as sandpaper, pumice, or emery, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrasive",1,1,1 ], "cleaning, grinding, smoothing, or polishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abrasive",1,2,1 ], "causing abrasion; grating; rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrasive",1,2,2 ], "irritating in manner or personality; causing tension or annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abraxas",1,1,1 ], "an ancient charm composed of Greek letters: originally believed to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abraxas",1,1,1 ], "magical powers and inscribed on amulets, etc|, but from the second century a|d|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abraxas",1,1,1 ], "personified by Gnostics as a deity, the source of divine emanations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abreact",1,1,1 ], "to alleviate (emotional tension) through abreaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abreaction",1,1,1 ], "ideas by bringing those ideas into consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abreaction",1,1,1 ], "the release and expression of emotional tension associated with repressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abreast",1,1,1 ], "alongside each other and facing in the same direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abreast",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of or with) up to date (with); fully conversant (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abri",1,1,1 ], "a shelter or place of refuge, esp| in wartime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abridge",1,1,1 ], "to reduce the length of (a written work) by condensing or rewriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abridge",1,1,2 ], "to curtail; diminish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abridge",1,1,3 ], "to deprive of (privileges, rights, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abridgment",1,1,1 ], "a shortened version of a written work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abridgment",1,1,2 ], "the act of abridging or state of being abridged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abroach",1,1,1 ], "(of a cask, barrel, etc|) tapped broached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abroad",1,1,1 ], "to or in a foreign country or countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abroad",1,2,1 ], "(of news, rumours, etc|) in general circulation; current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abroad",1,2,2 ], "out in the open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abroad",1,2,3 ], "over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abroad",1,2,4 ], "in error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrogate",1,1,1 ], "to cancel or revoke formally or officially repeal annul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrupt",1,1,1 ], "sudden; unexpected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrupt",1,1,2 ], "brusque or brief in speech, manner, etc|; curt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrupt",1,1,3 ], "(of a style of writing or speaking) making sharp transitions from one subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrupt",1,1,3 ], "to another; disconnected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abrupt",1,1,4 ], "precipitous; steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrupt",1,1,5 ], "shaped as though a part has been cut off; truncate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abrupt",1,1,6 ], "(of strata) cropping out suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abruption",1,1,1 ], "a breaking off of a part or parts from a mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abr|",1,1,1 ], "abridged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abr|",1,1,2 ], "abridgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscess",1,1,1 ], "a localized collection of pus formed as the product of inflammation and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscess",1,1,1 ], "caused by bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abscess",1,2,1 ], "to form such a collection of pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscise",1,1,1 ], "to separate by abscission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscissa",1,1,1 ], "the horizontal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscissa",1,1,2 ], "x-coordinate of a point in a two-dimensional system of Cartesian coordinates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscissa",1,1,3 ], "It is the distance from the y-axis measured parallel to the x-axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscission layer",1,1,1 ], "a layer of parenchyma cells, bounded on both sides by cork, that is formed at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscission layer",1,1,1 ], "parenchyma disintegrates the organ becomes separated from the plant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abscission layer",1,1,1 ], "the base of fruit, flower, and leaf stems and under bark before abscission| As the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abscission",1,1,1 ], "formation of an abscission layer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abscission",1,1,1 ], "the separation of leaves, branches, flowers, and bark from plants by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscission",1,1,2 ], "the act of cutting off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abscond",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abscond",1,1,1 ], "to run away secretly, esp| to avoid prosecution or arrest after stealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abseil",1,1,1 ], "coiled around one's body or through karabiners attached to one's body in order to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abseil",1,1,1 ], "control the speed of descent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abseil",1,1,1 ], "to descend a steep slope or vertical drop by a rope secured from above and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abseil",1,1,2 ], "to descend by rope from a helicopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abseil",1,2,1 ], "an instance or the technique of abseiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absence",1,1,1 ], "the state of being away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absence",1,1,2 ], "the time during which a person or thing is away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absence",1,1,3 ], "the fact of being without something; lack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absent without leave",1,1,1 ], "the full form of A|W|O|L" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absent",1,1,1 ], "away or not present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absent",1,1,2 ], "lacking; missing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absent",1,1,3 ], "inattentive; absent-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absent",1,3,1 ], "to remove (oneself) or keep away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absent-minded",1,1,1 ], "preoccupied; forgetful; inattentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absente reo",1,1,1 ], "in the absence of the defendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absentee landlord",1,1,1 ], "a landlord who does not live in or near a property from which he draws an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absentee landlord",1,1,1 ], "income" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absentee",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who is absent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absentee",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absenteeism",1,1,1 ], "persistent absence from work, school, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absently",1,1,1 ], "in an absent-minded or preoccupied manner; inattentively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absinthe",1,1,1 ], "a potent green alcoholic drink, technically a gin, originally having high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absinthe",1,1,1 ], "wormwood content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absinthe",1,1,2 ], "another name for wormwood (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absinthism",1,1,1 ], "a diseased condition resulting from excessive drinking of absinthe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absit omen",1,1,1 ], "may the presentiment not become real or take place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute alcohol",1,1,1 ], "a liquid containing at least 99 per cent of pure ethanol by weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute ceiling",1,1,1 ], "the maximum height above sea level, usually measured in feet or metres, at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute ceiling",1,1,1 ], "which an aircraft can maintain horizontal flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute humidity",1,1,1 ], "contained in 1 cubic metre of air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute humidity",1,1,1 ], "the humidity of the atmosphere expressed as the number of grams of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute magnitude",1,1,1 ], "parsecs (32|6 light years) from the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute magnitude",1,1,1 ], "the magnitude a given star would have if it were situated at a distance of 10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute majority",1,1,1 ], "a majority of over 50 per cent, such as the total number of votes or seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute majority",1,1,1 ], "obtained by a party that beats the combined opposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute monarchy",1,1,1 ], "a monarchy without constitutional limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute music",1,1,1 ], "music that is not designed to depict or evoke any scene or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute pitch",1,1,1 ], "the ability to identify or to reproduce the pitch of a note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute pitch",1,1,2 ], "the exact pitch of a note determined by vibration per second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute temperature",1,1,1 ], "another name for thermodynamic temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of measurement forming part of the electromagnetic cgs system, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute unit",1,1,1 ], "an abampere or abcoulomb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute unit",1,1,2 ], "a unit of measurement forming part of a system of units that includes a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute unit",1,1,2 ], "of force defined so that it is independent of the acceleration of free fall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute value",1,1,1 ], "absolute value of -x is written -x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute value",1,1,1 ], "the magnitude of a real number or quantity regardless of its sign| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute value",1,1,2 ], "parts of a complex number: 4 + 3i + sqrt (4%2 + 3%2) = 5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute value",1,1,2 ], "the positive square root of the sum of the squares of the real and imaginary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute viscosity",1,1,1 ], "a full name for viscosity, used to distinguish it from kinematic viscosity and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute viscosity",1,1,1 ], "specific viscosity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute zero",1,1,1 ], "International Practical Scale of Temperature: equivalent to -273|15 degrees C or -459|67" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "absolute zero",1,1,1 ], "constituting matter would be at rest; the zero of thermodynamic temperature; zero on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute zero",1,1,1 ], "degrees F" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "absolute zero",1,1,1 ], "the lowest temperature theoretically attainable, at which the particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,1 ], "complete; perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,10 ], "(of an adjective) used as a noun, as for instance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,11 ], "young and aged in the sentence The young care little for the aged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,11,1 ], "(of a pressure measurement) not relative to atmospheric pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,11,1 ], "numerical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,11,2 ], "denoting absolute or thermodynamic temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,12 ], "(of a value) having a magnitude but no sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,12,2 ], "(of a constant) never changing in value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,12,3 ], "(of an inequality) unconditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,12,4 ], "(of a term) not containing a variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,13 ], "(of a court order or decree) coming into effect immediately and not liable to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,13 ], "be modified final" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,14 ], "(of a title to property, etc|) not subject to any encumbrance or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,2 ], "free from limitations, restrictions, or exceptions; unqualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,3 ], "having unlimited authority; despotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,4 ], "undoubted; certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,5 ], "not dependent on, conditioned by, or relative to anything else; independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,6 ], "pure; unmixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,7 ], "(of a grammatical construction) syntactically independent of the main clause," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,7 ], "as for example the construction Joking apart in the sentence Joking apart, we'd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,7 ], "better leave now" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,8 ], "(of a transitive verb) used without a direct object, as the verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,9 ], "intimidate in the sentence His intentions are good, but his rough manner tends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,1,9 ], "to intimidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolute",1,2,1 ], "something that is absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolutely",1,1,1 ], "in an absolute manner, esp| completely or perfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolutely",1,1,2 ], "yes; certainly; unquestionably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolution",1,1,1 ], "obligation, or punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolution",1,1,1 ], "the act of absolving or the state of being absolved; release from guilt," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolution",1,1,1,1 ], "a formal remission of sin pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolution",1,1,1,2 ], "the prescribed form of words granting such a remission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolutism",1,1,1 ], "the principle or practice of a political system in which unrestricted power is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolutism",1,1,1 ], "vested in a monarch, dictator, etc|; despotism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolutism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine of the existence of an absolute or nonrelative being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolutism",1,1,3 ], "an uncompromising form of the doctrine of predestination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolve",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by from) to release from blame, sin, punishment, obligation, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absolve",1,1,1 ], "responsibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absolve",1,1,2 ], "to pronounce not guilty; acquit; pardon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absonant",1,1,1 ], "discordant or inharmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,1 ], "to soak or suck up (liquids)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,2 ], "to engage or occupy (the interest, attention, or time) of (someone); engross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,3 ], "to receive or take in (the energy of an impact)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,4 ], "reflection or transmission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,4 ], "to take in all or part of incident radiated energy and retain it without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,5 ], "to take in or assimilate; incorporate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,6 ], "to accept and find a market for (goods, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,7 ], "to pay for as part of a commercial transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,8 ], "liquid or gas, permeates into or is dissolved by a liquid or solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absorb",1,1,8 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which one substance, usually a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbance",1,1,1,1 ], "the logarithm to base ten of internal transmittance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbance",1,1,1,2 ], "another term for transmission density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbed",1,1,1 ], "engrossed; deeply interested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbefacient",1,1,1 ], "a medicine or other agent that promotes absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbefacient",1,2,1 ], "causing or promoting absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbent cotton",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for cotton wool ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbent",1,1,1 ], "able to absorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorbent",1,2,1 ], "a substance that absorbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorber",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that absorbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorber",1,1,2 ], "a material, esp| in a nuclear reactor, that absorbs radiation or causes it to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorber",1,1,2 ], "lose energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absorbing",1,1,1 ], "occupying one's interest or attention; engrossing; gripping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorptance",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of an object or surface to absorb radiation, equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorptance",1,1,1 ], "ratio of the flux absorbed between the entry and exit surfaces to the flux leaving" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "absorptance",1,1,1 ], "the entry surface is the internal absorptance|Symbol: a Compare reflectance," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "absorptance",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the absorbed flux to the incident flux| For a plate of material the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absorptance",1,1,1 ], "transmittance" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "absorption spectrum",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation is passed through an absorbing medium into a spectroscope| The same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absorption spectrum",1,1,1 ], "pattern occurs as coloured lines or bands in the emission spectrum of that medium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "absorption spectrum",1,1,1 ], "the characteristic pattern of dark lines or bands that occurs when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorption",1,1,1 ], "the process of absorbing or the state of being absorbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorption",1,1,1,1 ], "normal assimilation by the tissues of the products of digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorption",1,1,1,2 ], "mucous membranes or skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absorption",1,1,1,2 ], "the process of taking up various gases, fluids, drugs, etc|, through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorptivity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a material to absorb radiation, equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absorptivity",1,1,1 ], "influence" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "absorptivity",1,1,1 ], "internal absorptance of a homogeneous plate of the material under conditions in which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "absorptivity",1,1,1 ], "the path of the radiation has unit length and the boundaries of the plate have no" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "absquatulate",1,1,1 ], "to leave decamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstain",1,1,1 ], "to choose to refrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstain",1,1,2 ], "to refrain from voting, esp| in a committee, legislature, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstemious",1,1,1 ], "moderate or sparing, esp| in the consumption of alcohol or food; temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstention",1,1,1 ], "a voluntary decision not to act; the act of refraining or abstaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstention",1,1,2 ], "the act of withholding one's vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstergent",1,1,1 ], "cleansing or scouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstinence",1,1,1 ], "something, esp| alcohol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstinence",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of refraining from some action or from the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstinence",1,1,2 ], "meat, as an act of penance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstinence",1,1,2 ], "the practice of refraining from specific kinds of food or drink, esp| from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract expressionism",1,1,1 ], "a school of painting in New York in the 1940s that combined the spontaneity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract expressionism",1,1,1 ], "expressionism with abstract forms in unpremeditated, apparently random, compositions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstract noun",1,1,1 ], "a noun that refers to an abstract concept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract of title",1,1,1 ], "a summary of the ownership of land, showing the original grant, conveyances," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract of title",1,1,1 ], "and any incumbrances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,1,1 ], "having no reference to material objects or specific examples; not concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,1,2 ], "not applied or practical; theoretical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,1,3 ], "hard to understand; recondite; abstruse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,1,4 ], "characterized by geometric, formalized, or otherwise nonrepresentational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,1,4 ], "qualities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,2,1 ], "a condensed version of a piece of writing, speech, etc|; summary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,2,2 ], "an abstract term or idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,2,3 ], "an abstract painting, sculpture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,2,4 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,2,4 ], "in the abstract| without reference to specific circumstances or practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,4,1 ], "example; regard theoretically|| (also intr|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,4,1 ], "to think of (a quality or concept) generally without reference to a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,4,2 ], "to summarize or epitomize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,4,3 ], "to remove or extract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstract",1,4,4 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstracted",1,1,1 ], "lost in thought; preoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstracted",1,1,2 ], "taken out or separated; extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstraction",1,1,1 ], "absence of mind; preoccupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstraction",1,1,2 ], "qualities from specific examples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstraction",1,1,2 ], "the process of formulating generalized ideas or concepts by extracting common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstraction",1,1,3 ], "an idea or concept formulated in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstraction",1,1,4 ], "an abstract painting, sculpture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstraction",1,1,5 ], "the act of withdrawing or removing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstractionism",1,1,1 ], "the theory and practice of the abstract, esp| of abstract art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstriction",1,1,1 ], "formation of a septum| This process occurs in some fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abstriction",1,1,1 ], "the separation and release of a mature spore from a sporophore by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abstruse",1,1,1 ], "not easy to understand; recondite; esoteric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absurd",1,1,1 ], "at variance with reason; incongruous; ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "absurd",1,1,2 ], "ludicrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abulia",1,1,1 ], "a loss of will power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,1 ], "a copious supply; great amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,2 ], "fullness or benevolence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,3 ], "degree of plentifulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,4 ], "specified environment: expressed in parts per million or as a percentage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,4 ], "the extent to which an element occurs in the earth's crust or some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,5 ], "isotopes of an element to the total number of atoms present: often expressed as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,5 ], "percentage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,5 ], "the ratio of the number of atoms of a specific isotope in a mixture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,6 ], "a call in solo whist undertaking to make nine tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundance",1,1,7 ], "affluence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundant",1,1,1 ], "existing in plentiful supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundant",1,2,1 ], "having a plentiful supply (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundant",1,2,2 ], "(of a chemical element or mineral) occurring to an extent specified in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundant",1,2,2 ], "environment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abundant",1,2,2 ], "relation to other elements or minerals in the earth's crust or some other specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abundant",1,2,3 ], "(of an isotope) occurring to an extent specified in relation to other isotopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abundant",1,2,3 ], "in a mixture of isotopes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,2,1 ], "to use incorrectly or improperly; misuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,2,2 ], "to maltreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,2,3 ], "to speak insultingly or cruelly to; revile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,2,4 ], "to masturbate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,3,1 ], "improper, incorrect, or excessive use; misuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,3,2 ], "maltreatment of a person; injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,3,3 ], "insulting, contemptuous, or coarse speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,3,4 ], "an evil, unjust, or corrupt practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuse",1,3,5 ], "a deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abusive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by insulting or coarse language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abusive",1,1,2 ], "characterized by maltreatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abusive",1,1,3 ], "incorrectly used; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abut",1,1,1 ], "(something) at one end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abut",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by on, upon, or against) to adjoin, touch, or border on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutilon",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or herbaceous plant of the malvaceous genus Abutilon, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutilon",1,1,1 ], "flowering maple, that have showy white, yellow, or red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abutment",1,1,1 ], "the state or process of abutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutment",1,1,1,1 ], "something that abuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutment",1,1,1,2 ], "the thing on which something abuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutment",1,1,1,3 ], "the point of junction between them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutment",1,1,2 ], "a construction that takes the thrust of an arch or vault or supports the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutment",1,1,2 ], "of a bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abuttals",1,1,1 ], "the boundaries of a plot of land where it abuts against other property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abutter",1,1,1 ], "the owner of adjoining property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abuzz",1,1,1 ], "humming, as with conversation, activity, etc| buzzing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abvolt",1,1,1 ], "abcoulomb of charge from one point to the other: equivalent to 10'-'8 volt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abvolt",1,1,1 ], "potential difference between two points when work of 1 erg must be done to transfer 1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abvolt",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of potential difference in the electromagnetic system; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abwatt",1,1,1 ], "dissipated when a current of 1 abampere flows across a potential difference of 1 abvolt:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abwatt",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to 10'-'7 watt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "abwatt",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of power in the electromagnetic system, equal to the power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aby",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic| to pay the penalty for; redeem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abysm",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for abyss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abysmal",1,1,1 ], "immeasurable; very great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abysmal",1,1,2 ], "extremely bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abyss",1,1,1 ], "a very deep or unfathomable gorge or chasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abyss",1,1,2 ], "anything that appears to be endless or immeasurably deep, such as time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abyss",1,1,2 ], "despair, or shame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "abyss",1,1,3 ], "hell or the infernal regions conceived of as a bottomless pit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abyssal",1,1,1 ], "at or belonging to the depths or floor of the ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "abyssal",1,1,2 ], "another word for plutonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acacia",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or tree of the tropical and subtropical mimosaceous genus Acacia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acacia",1,1,1 ], "having compound or reduced leaves and small yellow or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acacia",1,1,2 ], "false acacia| another name for locust 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acacia",1,1,3 ], "gum acacia| another name for gum arabic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academe",1,1,1 ], "any place of learning, such as a college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academe",1,1,2 ], "the grove(s) of Academe| the academic world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academia",1,1,1 ], "the academic world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academic dress",1,1,1 ], "and students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "academic dress",1,1,1 ], "formal dress, usually comprising cap, gown, and hood, worn by university staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,1 ], "academy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,1 ], "belonging or relating to a place of learning, esp| a college, university, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,2 ], "of purely theoretical or speculative interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,3 ], "excessively concerned with intellectual matters and lacking experience of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,3 ], "practical affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,4 ], "conforming to set rules and traditions; conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,5 ], "relating to studies such as languages, philosophy, and pure science, rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,1,5 ], "than technical or professional studies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "academic",1,2,1 ], "a member of a college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academicals",1,1,1 ], "another term for academic dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academician",1,1,1 ], "a member of an Academy ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academicism",1,1,1 ], "adherence to rules and traditions in art, literature, etc|; conventionalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academy",1,1,1 ], "an institution or society for the advancement of literature, art, or science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academy",1,1,2 ], "a school for training in a particular skill or profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academy",1,1,3 ], "a secondary school, esp| a private one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "academy",1,1,4 ], "(in Scotland) a fee-paying secondary day school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acajou",1,1,1 ], "a type of mahogany used by cabinet-makers in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acajou",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for cashew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acaleph",1,1,1 ], "any of the coelenterates of the former taxonomic group Acalephae, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acaleph",1,1,1 ], "included the jellyfishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acanthaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowering plants that includes the acanthus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acanthaceous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Acanthaceae, a mainly tropical and subtropical family of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthaceous",1,1,2 ], "having spiny or prickly outgrowths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling an acanthus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthine",1,1,2 ], "decorated with acanthus leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acantho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a spine or thorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthocephalan",1,1,1 ], "adults of which have a spiny proboscis and live in the intestines of vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acanthocephalan",1,1,1 ], "any of the parasitic wormlike invertebrates of the phylum Acanthocephala, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthocephalan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Acanthocephala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a spine; spiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthopterygian",1,1,1 ], "fishes having spiny fin rays| The group includes most saltwater bony fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acanthopterygian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Acanthopterygii, a large group of teleost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthopterygian",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the Acanthopterygii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthous",1,1,1 ], "another term for spinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthus",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean region but widely cultivated as ornamental plants, having large spiny leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acanthus",1,1,1 ], "and spikes of white or purplish flowers: family Acanthaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acanthus",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or herbaceous plant of the genus Acanthus, native to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthus",1,1,2 ], "a carved ornament based on the leaves of the acanthus plant, esp| as used on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acanthus",1,1,2 ], "the capital of a Corinthian column" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acariasis",1,1,1 ], "infestation of the hair follicles and skin with acarids, esp| mites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acarid",1,1,1 ], "any of the small arachnids of the order Acarina (or Acari), which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acarid",1,1,1 ], "ticks and mites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acarid",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the order Acarina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acaroid gum",1,1,1 ], "a red alcohol-soluble resin that exudes from various species of grass tree," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acaroid gum",1,1,1 ], "esp| Xanthorrhoea hastilis, and is used in varnishes, for coating paper, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acaroid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a mite or tick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acarology",1,1,1 ], "the study of mites and ticks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acarpellous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having no carpels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acarpous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) producing no fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acarus",1,1,1 ], "any of the free-living mites of the widely distributed genus Acarus, several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acarus",1,1,1 ], "of which, esp| A| siro, are serious pests of stored flour, grain, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acatalectic",1,1,1 ], "foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acatalectic",1,1,1 ], "having the necessary number of feet or syllables, esp| having a complete final" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acatalectic",1,2,1 ], "a verse having the full number of syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acaudal",1,1,1 ], "having no tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acaulescent",1,1,1 ], "having no visible stem or a very short one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accede",1,1,1 ], "to assent or give one's consent; agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accede",1,1,2 ], "to enter upon or attain (to an office, right, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accede",1,1,3 ], "to become a party (to an agreement between nations, etc|), as by signing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accede",1,1,3 ], "treaty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accelerando" ,1, 2, 1],"becoming faster",1). c_DEF([ "accelerando" ,1, 3, 1],"an increase in speed",1). c_DEF([ "accelerant",1,1,1 ], "another name for accelerator ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accelerate",1,1,1 ], "to go, occur, or cause to go or occur more quickly; speed up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accelerate",1,2,1 ], "to cause to happen sooner than expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accelerate",1,3,1 ], "to increase the velocity of (a body, reaction, etc|); cause acceleration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceleration of free fall",1,1,1 ], "feet per second per second| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acceleration of free fall",1,1,1 ], "gravitational field: the standard value is 9|806,65 metres per second per second or 32|174" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acceleration of free fall",1,1,1 ], "the acceleration of a body falling freely in a vacuum in the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceleration",1,1,1 ], "the act of accelerating or the state of being accelerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceleration",1,1,2 ], "the rate of increase of speed or the rate of change of velocity| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accelerator",1,1,1 ], "a device for increasing speed, esp| a pedal for controlling the fuel intake in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accelerator",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle; throttle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accelerator",1,1,3 ], "a substance that increases the speed of a chemical reaction, esp| one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accelerator",1,1,3 ], "catalyst" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accelerator",1,1,3 ], "increases the rate of vulcanization of rubber or the rate of development in photography;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accelerometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring acceleration, esp| of an aircraft or rocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accel|",1,1,1 ], "accelerando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,1 ], "stress or pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,1 ], "the relative prominence of a spoken or sung syllable, esp| with regard to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,10 ], "a strongly contrasting detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,2 ], "a mark (such as ! , ~ , ', or `) used in writing to indicate the stress or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,2 ], "is to be pronounced, esp| when such pronunciation is not usual, as in turned" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,2 ], "prominence of a syllable| Such a mark may also be used to indicate that a written syllable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,3 ], "any of various marks or symbols conventionally used in writing certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,3 ], "differentiation of homographs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,3 ], "languages to indicate the quality of a vowel, or for some other purpose, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,4 ], "(in some languages, such as Chinese) any of the tones that have phonemic value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,4 ], "in distinguishing one word from another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5 ], "rhythmical stress in verse or prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,1 ], "a superscript symbol used to distinguish between variables represented by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,1 ], "printed over the note concerned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,1 ], "same letter, as in a'', a^" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,1 ], "stress placed on certain notes in a piece of music, indicated by a symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,2 ], "a superscript symbol indicating the first or a higher derivative of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,2 ], "on the first beat of each bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,2 ], "the rhythmical pulse of a piece or passage, usually represented as the stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,5,2 ], "variable, as in y'', the second derivative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,6 ], "('), inches (^), minutes of arc ('), or seconds of arc (^)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,6 ], "either of two superscript symbols indicating a specific unit, such as feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,7 ], "betrays social or geographical origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,7 ], "the characteristic mode of pronunciation of a person or group, esp| one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,8 ], "a distinctive characteristic of anything, such as taste, pattern, style, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,1,9 ], "particular attention or emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,3,1 ], "to mark with an accent in writing, speech, music, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accent",1,3,2 ], "to lay particular emphasis or stress on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accentor",1,1,1 ], "any small sparrow-like songbirds of the genus Prunella, family Prunellidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accentor",1,1,1 ], "which inhabit mainly mountainous regions of Europe and Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accentual",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having accents; rhythmical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accentual",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to verse based on the number of stresses in a line rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accentual",1,1,2 ], "on the number of syllables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accentuate",1,1,1 ], "to stress or emphasize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,1 ], "to take or receive (something offered)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,10 ], "to receive, take, or hold (something applied, inserted, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,2 ], "to give an affirmative reply to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,3 ], "to take on the responsibilities, duties, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,4 ], "to tolerate or accommodate oneself to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,5 ], "to consider as true or believe in (a philosophy, theory, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,6 ], "be willing to grant or believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,7 ], "to receive with approval or admit, as into a community, group, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,8 ], "to agree to pay (a bill, draft, shipping document, etc|), esp| by signing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,1,9 ], "to receive as adequate, satisfactory, or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accept",1,2,1 ], "to take or receive an offer, invitation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptable",1,1,1 ], "satisfactory; adequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptable",1,1,2 ], "pleasing; welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptable",1,1,3 ], "tolerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptance",1,1,1 ], "the act of accepting or the state of being accepted or acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptance",1,1,2 ], "favourable reception; approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptance",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by of) belief (in) or assent (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptance",1,1,3,1 ], "a formal agreement by a debtor to pay a draft, bill, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptance",1,1,3,2 ], "the document so accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptance",1,1,4 ], "conditions of an offer or agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acceptance",1,1,4 ], "words or conduct by which a person signifies his assent to the terms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptant",1,1,1 ], "receiving willingly; receptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptation",1,1,1 ], "the accepted meaning, as of a word, phrase, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accepted",1,1,1 ], "commonly approved or recognized; customary; established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptor",1,1,1 ], "liability has been accepted, usually by signature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acceptor",1,1,1 ], "the person or organization on which a draft or bill of exchange is drawn after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptor",1,1,2 ], "an impurity, such as gallium, added to a semiconductor material to increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptor",1,1,2 ], "its p-type conductivity by increasing the number of holes in the semiconductor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acceptor",1,1,3 ], "the atom or group that does not supply electrons in a semipolar bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acceptor",1,1,4 ], "a circuit tuned to accept a particular frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access road",1,1,1 ], "a road providing a means of entry into a region or of approach to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access road",1,1,1 ], "road, esp| a motorway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "access time",1,1,1 ], "the time required to retrieve a piece of stored information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,1,1 ], "the act of approaching or entering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being approachable or easy to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,1,3 ], "the right or privilege to approach, reach, enter, or make use of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,1,4 ], "a way or means of approach or entry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,1,5 ], "designating programmes made by the general public as distinguished from those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,1,5 ], "made by professional broadcasters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,1,6 ], "a sudden outburst or attack, as of rage or disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,2,1,1 ], "to obtain or retrieve (information) from a storage device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "access",1,2,1,2 ], "to place (information) in a storage device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessary",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of accessory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessible",1,1,1 ], "easy to approach, enter, or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessible",1,1,2 ], "accessible to| likely to be affected by; open to; susceptible to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessible",1,1,3 ], "obtainable; available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession number",1,1,1 ], "the number given to record a new addition to a collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,1 ], "the act of entering upon or attaining to an office, right, condition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,2 ], "an increase due to an addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,3 ], "an addition, as to a collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,3,1 ], "an addition to land or property by natural increase or improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,3,2 ], "the owner's right to the increased value of such land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,4 ], "the formal acceptance of a convention or treaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,5 ], "agreement; consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,1,6 ], "a less common word for access ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accession",1,2,1 ], "to make a record of (additions to a collection)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessory fruit",1,1,1 ], "another name for pseudocarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessory nerve",1,1,1 ], "either one of the eleventh pair of cranial nerves, which supply the muscles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessory nerve",1,1,1 ], "the head, shoulders, larynx, and pharynx and the viscera of the abdomen and thorax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,1,1 ], "a supplementary part or object, as of a car, appliance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,1,2 ], "a small accompanying item of dress, esp| of women's dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,1,3 ], "(accessory before the fact) or a person who knowingly conceals, comforts, or assists after" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a person involved in a crime although absent during its commission," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,1,3 ], "either a person who incites or encourages or otherwise assists the planning of a crime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,1,3 ], "the commission of a crime (accessory after the fact)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,2,1 ], "supplementary; additional; subordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accessory",1,2,2 ], "assisting in or having knowledge of an act, esp| a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acciaccatura",1,1,1 ], "a small grace note melodically adjacent to a principal note and played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acciaccatura",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously with or immediately before it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acciaccatura",1,1,2 ], "(in modern music) a very short appoggiatura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidence",1,1,1 ], "form of words by internal modification or by affixation, for the expression of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accidence",1,1,1 ], "inflectional morphology; the part of grammar concerned with changes in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidence",1,1,1 ], "tense, person, case, number, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accident insurance",1,1,1 ], "insurance providing compensation for accidental injury or death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,1 ], "an unforeseen event or one without an apparent cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,2 ], "anything that occurs unintentionally or by chance; chance; fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,3 ], "a misfortune or mishap, esp| one causing injury or death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,4 ], "a material quality that is not an essential part of something (as opposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,4 ], "substance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,5 ], "a nonessential attribute or characteristic of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,6 ], "a surface irregularity in a natural formation, esp| in a rock formation or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,6 ], "river system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accident",1,1,7 ], "an inflected form of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accident-prone",1,1,1 ], "liable to become involved in accidents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,1,1 ], "occurring by chance, unexpectedly, or unintentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,1,2 ], "nonessential; incidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,1,3 ], "denoting sharps, flats, or naturals that are not in the key signature of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,1,3 ], "piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,2,1 ], "an incidental, nonessential, or supplementary circumstance, factor, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,2,1 ], "attribute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,2,2 ], "a symbol denoting that the following note is a sharp, flat, or natural that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accidental",1,2,2 ], "not a part of the key signature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accidie",1,1,1 ], "spiritual sloth; apathy; indifference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accipiter",1,1,1 ], "any hawk of the genus Accipiter, typically having short rounded wings and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accipiter",1,1,1 ], "long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accipitrine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a hawk; rapacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accipitrine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the subfamily Accipitrinae, which includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accipitrine",1,1,2 ], "the hawks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acclaim",1,1,1 ], "to acknowledge publicly the excellence of (a person, act, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclaim",1,1,2 ], "to salute with cheering, clapping, etc|; applaud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclaim",1,2,1 ], "to acknowledge publicly that (a person) has (some position, quality, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclaim",1,3,1 ], "an enthusiastic shout of welcome, approval, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclamation",1,1,1 ], "an enthusiastic reception or exhibition of welcome, approval, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclamation",1,1,2 ], "an expression of approval by a meeting or gathering through shouts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclamation",1,1,2 ], "applause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acclamation",1,1,3 ], "by acclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclamation",1,1,3,1 ], "by an overwhelming majority without a ballot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclamation",1,1,3,2 ], "Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclamation",1,1,4 ], "(of an election or electoral victory) without opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclimatize",1,1,1 ], "to adapt or become accustomed to a new climate or environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acclivity",1,1,1 ], "an upward slope, esp| of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accolade",1,1,1 ], "strong praise or approval; acclaim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accolade",1,1,2 ], "an award or honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accolade",1,1,3 ], "the ceremonial gesture used to confer knighthood, originally an embrace, now a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accolade",1,1,3 ], "touch on the shoulder with a sword" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accolade",1,1,4 ], "a rare word for brace ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accolade",1,1,5 ], "a curved ornamental moulding, esp| one having the shape of an ogee arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodate",1,1,1 ], "to supply or provide, esp| with lodging or board and lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodate",1,2,1 ], "to oblige or do a favour for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodate",1,2,2 ], "to adjust or become adjusted; adapt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodate",1,3,1 ], "to bring into harmony; reconcile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodate",1,4,1 ], "to allow room for; contain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodate",1,5,1 ], "to lend money to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodating",1,1,1 ], "willing to help; kind; obliging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation address",1,1,1 ], "an address on letters, etc|, to a person or business that does not wish or is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation address",1,1,1 ], "not able to receive post at a permanent or actual address" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation bill",1,1,1 ], "a bill of exchange cosigned by a guarantor: designed to strengthen the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation bill",1,1,1 ], "acceptor's credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation ladder",1,1,1 ], "a flight of stairs or a ladder for lowering over the side of a ship for access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation ladder",1,1,1 ], "to and from a small boat, pier, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,1 ], "adjustment, as of differences or to new circumstances; adaptation, settlement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,1 ], "or reconciliation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,2 ], "lodging or board and lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,3 ], "something fulfilling a need, want, etc|; convenience or facility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,4 ], "for far or near vision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,4 ], "the automatic or voluntary adjustment of the thickness of the lens of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,5 ], "willingness to help or oblige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,6 ], "a loan, usually made as an act of favour by a bank before formal credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accommodation",1,1,6 ], "arrangements are agreed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accompaniment",1,1,1 ], "something that accompanies or is served or used with something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accompaniment",1,1,2 ], "something inessential or subsidiary that is added, as for ornament or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accompaniment",1,1,2 ], "symmetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accompaniment",1,1,3 ], "a subordinate part for an instrument, voices, or an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accompanist" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who supplies a musical accompaniment",1). c_DEF([ "accompany",1,1,1 ], "to go along with, so as to be in company with or escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accompany",1,2,1 ], "to supplement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accompany",1,3,1 ], "to occur, coexist, or be associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accompany",1,3,2 ], "to provide a musical accompaniment for (a soloist, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplice",1,1,1 ], "a person who has helped another in committing a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplish",1,1,1 ], "to manage to do; achieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplish",1,1,2 ], "to conclude successfully; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplished",1,1,1 ], "successfully completed; achieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplished",1,1,2 ], "expert; proficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplishment",1,1,1 ], "the act of carrying out or achieving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplishment",1,1,2 ], "something achieved or successfully completed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplishment",1,1,3 ], "skill or talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accomplishment",1,1,4 ], "social grace, style, and poise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,1,1 ], "agreement; conformity; accordance (esp| in the phrase in accord with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,1,2 ], "consent or concurrence of opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,1,3 ], "with one accord| unanimously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,1,4 ], "pleasing relationship between sounds, colours, etc|; harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,1,5 ], "a settlement of differences, as between nations; compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,1,6 ], "of one's own accord| voluntarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,2,1 ], "to be or cause to be in harmony or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accord",1,3,1 ], "to grant; bestow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordance",1,1,1 ], "conformity; agreement; accord (esp| in the phrase in accordance with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordance",1,1,2 ], "the act of granting; bestowal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordant",1,1,1 ], "in conformity or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "according",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by to) in proportion; in relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "according",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) on the report (of); as stated (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "according",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) in conformity (with); in accordance (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "according",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by as) depending (on whether)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "according",1,1,5 ], "dependent on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordingly",1,1,1 ], "in an appropriate manner; suitably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordingly",1,1,2 ], "consequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordion pleats",1,1,1 ], "tiny knife pleats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordion",1,1,1 ], "a portable box-shaped instrument of the reed organ family, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accordion",1,1,1 ], "metallic reeds that are made to vibrate by air from a set of bellows controlled by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accordion",1,1,1 ], "player's hands| Notes are produced by means of studlike keys" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accordion",1,1,2 ], "short for piano accordion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accost",1,1,1 ], "to approach, stop, and speak to (a person), as to ask a question, confront" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accost",1,1,1 ], "with a crime, solicit sexually, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accost",1,2,1 ], "a greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accouchement",1,1,1 ], "childbirth or the period of confinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accoucheur" ,1, 1, 1],"an obstetrician",1). c_DEF([ "account day",1,1,1 ], "(on the London Stock Exchange) the day on which deliveries and payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account day",1,1,1 ], "relating to transactions made during the preceding account are made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account for",1,1,1 ], "to give reasons for (an event, act, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account for",1,1,2 ], "to make or provide a reckoning of (expenditure, payments, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account for",1,1,3 ], "out of action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account for",1,1,3 ], "to be responsible for destroying, killing, or putting (people, aircraft, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account payable",1,1,1 ], "a current liability account showing amounts payable by a firm to suppliers for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account payable",1,1,1 ], "purchases of materials, stocks, or services on credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account receivable",1,1,1 ], "a current asset account showing amounts payable to a firm by customers who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account receivable",1,1,1 ], "have made purchases of goods and services on credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,1 ], "a verbal or written report, description, or narration of some occurrence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,1 ], "event, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,10 ], "a chronological list of debits and credits relating to a specified asset," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,10 ], "liability, expense, or income of a business and forming part of the ledger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,10,1 ], "a regular client or customer, esp| a firm that purchases commodities on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,10,1 ], "credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,10,2 ], "an area of business assigned to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,11 ], "call to account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,11,1 ], "to insist on explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,11,2 ], "to rebuke; reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,11,3 ], "to hold responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,12 ], "give a good account of oneself| to perform well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,13 ], "(badly, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,14 ], "on account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,14,1 ], "on credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,14,2 ], "to account| as partial payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,15 ], "on account of| because of; by reason of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,16 ], "take account of or take into account| to take into consideration; allow for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,17 ], "settle or square accounts with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,17,1 ], "to pay or receive a balance due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,17,2 ], "to get revenge on (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,2 ], "an explanation of conduct, esp| one made to someone in authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,3 ], "ground; basis; consideration (often in the phrases on this account, on account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,3 ], "of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,4 ], "importance, consequence, or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,5 ], "assessment; judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,6 ], "profit or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,7 ], "part or behalf (only in the phrase on one's or someone's account)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,7,1 ], "a business relationship between a bank, department store, stockbroker, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,7,1 ], "and a depositor, customer, or client permitting the latter certain banking or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,7,1 ], "credit services" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,7,2 ], "the sum of money deposited at a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,7,3 ], "the amount of credit available to the holder of an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,7,4 ], "a record of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,8 ], "a statement of monetary transactions with the resulting balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,9 ], "(on the London Stock Exchange) the period, ordinarily of a fortnight's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,1,9 ], "duration, in which transactions take place and at the end of which settlements are made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "account",1,2,1 ], "to consider or reckon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accountable",1,1,1 ], "responsible to someone or for some action; answerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accountable",1,1,2 ], "able to be explained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accountancy",1,1,1 ], "the profession or business of an accountant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accountant",1,1,1 ], "a person concerned with the maintenance and audit of business accounts and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accountant",1,1,1 ], "preparation of consultant reports in tax and finance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accounting",1,1,1 ], "reports on the assets, liabilities, etc|, of a business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accounting",1,1,1 ], "the skill or practice of maintaining and auditing accounts and preparing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accouplement",1,1,1 ], "a timber joist or beam that serves as a tie or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accoutre",1,1,1 ], "to provide with military equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accoutrement",1,1,1 ], "equipment worn by soldiers in addition to their clothing and weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accoutrement",1,1,2 ], "clothing, equipment, etc|; trappings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accredit",1,1,1 ], "to ascribe or attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accredit",1,1,2 ], "to give official recognition to; sanction; authorize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accredit",1,1,3 ], "to certify or guarantee as meeting required standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accredit",1,1,4 ], "(often foll| by at or to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accredit",1,1,4,1 ], "to furnish or send (an envoy, etc|) with official credentials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accredit",1,1,4,2 ], "to appoint (someone) as an envoy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accredit",1,1,5 ], "to believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accrescent",1,1,1 ], "(of a calyx or other part) continuing to grow after flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accrete",1,1,1 ], "to grow or cause to grow together; be or become fused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accrete",1,2,1 ], "to make or become bigger, as by addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accrete",1,3,1 ], "(of plant organs) grown together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accretion",1,1,1 ], "any gradual increase in size, as through growth or external addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accretion",1,1,2 ], "something added, esp| extraneously, to cause growth or an increase in size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accretion",1,1,3 ], "the growing together of normally separate plant or animal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accretion",1,1,3,1 ], "abnormal union or growing together of parts; adhesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accretion",1,1,3,2 ], "a mass of foreign matter collected in a cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accretion",1,1,4 ], "an increase in the share of a beneficiary in an estate, as when a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accretion",1,1,4 ], "co-beneficiary fails to take his share" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accrue",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to increase by growth or addition, esp| (of capital) to increase by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accrue",1,1,1 ], "periodic addition of interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accrue",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to fall naturally (to); come into the possession (of);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accrue",1,1,2 ], "result (for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accrue",1,1,3 ], "(of a right or demand) to become capable of being enforced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acct|",1,1,1 ], "account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acculturate",1,1,1 ], "(of a cultural or social group) to assimilate the cultural traits of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acculturate",1,1,1 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accumbent",1,1,1 ], "(of plant parts and plants) lying against some other part or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumbent",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for recumbent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulate",1,1,1 ], "collect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accumulate",1,1,1 ], "to gather or become gathered together in an increasing quantity; amass;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation point",1,1,1 ], "another name for limit point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of collecting together or becoming collected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation",1,1,2 ], "something that has been collected, gathered, heaped, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation",1,1,2,1 ], "the continuous growth of capital by retention of interest or earnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation",1,1,2,2 ], "(in computing the yield on a bond purchased at a discount) the amount that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation",1,1,2,2 ], "added to each yield to bring the cost of the bond into equality with its par value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation",1,1,2,2 ], "over its life" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accumulation",1,1,3 ], "the taking of a first and an advanced university degree simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,1 ], "a rechargeable device for storing electrical energy in the form of chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,1 ], "energy, consisting of one or more separate secondary cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,2 ], "a collective bet, esp| on four or more races, in which the stake and winnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,2 ], "on each successive race are carried forward to become the stake on the next, so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,2 ], "that both stakes and winnings accumulate progressively so long as the bet continues" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,2 ], "to be a winning one" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,2,1 ], "a register in a calculator and the possible associated electrical circuits in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,2,1 ], "which figures are stored and arithmetical operations performed on them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accumulator",1,1,2,2 ], "a location in a computer store in which arithmetical results are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accuracy",1,1,1 ], "faithful measurement or representation of the truth; correctness; precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accuracy",1,1,2 ], "the degree of agreement between a measured value and the standard or accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accuracy",1,1,2 ], "value for that measurement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accuracy",1,1,3 ], "the number of significant figures used or appearing in a number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accurate",1,1,1 ], "faithfully representing or describing the truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accurate",1,1,2 ], "showing a negligible or permissible deviation from a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accurate",1,1,3 ], "without error; precise; meticulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accursed",1,1,1 ], "under or subject to a curse; doomed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accursed",1,1,2 ], "hateful; detestable; execrable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusal",1,1,1 ], "another word for accusation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusation",1,1,1 ], "an allegation that a person is guilty of some fault, offence, or crime;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusation",1,1,1 ], "imputation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accusation",1,1,2 ], "a formal charge brought against a person stating the crime that he is alleged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusation",1,1,2 ], "to have committed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accusative",1,1,1 ], "and for certain other purposes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "accusative",1,1,1 ], "denoting a case of nouns, pronouns, and adjectives in inflected languages that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusative",1,1,1 ], "is used to identify the direct object of a finite verb, of certain prepositions," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accusative",1,1,2 ], "another word for accusatorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusative",1,2,1,1 ], "the accusative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusative",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in the accusative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusatorial",1,1,1 ], "containing or implying blame or strong criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accusatorial",1,1,2 ], "and the trial is conducted in public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accusatorial",1,1,2 ], "denoting criminal procedure in which the prosecutor is distinct from the judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accuse",1,1,1 ], "guilt or blame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accuse",1,1,1 ], "to charge (a person or persons) with some fault, offence, crime, etc|; impute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accused",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accused",1,1,2 ], "the defendant or defendants appearing on a criminal charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accustom",1,1,1 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "accustom",1,1,1 ], "to make (oneself) familiar (with) or used (to), as by practice, habit, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accustomed",1,1,1 ], "usual; customary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accustomed",1,2,1 ], "used or inured (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "accustomed",1,3,1 ], "in the habit (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acc|",1,1,1 ], "acceptance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acc|",1,1,2 ], "accompanied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acc|",1,1,3 ], "according" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acc|",1,1,4 ], "account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acc|",1,1,5 ], "accusative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,1 ], "any die, domino, or any of four playing cards with one spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,2 ], "a single spot or pip on a playing card, die, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,2,1 ], "a winning serve that the opponent fails to reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,2,2 ], "any winning serve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,3 ], "a hole in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,4 ], "a fighter pilot accredited with destroying many enemy aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,5 ], "an expert or highly skilled person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,6 ], "advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,1,6 ], "an ace up one's sleeve or an ace in the hole| a hidden and powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,2,1 ], "superb; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,3,1 ], "to serve an ace against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ace",1,3,2 ], "to play (a hole) in one stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acedia",1,1,1 ], "another word for accidie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acellular",1,1,1 ], "not made up of or containing cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acentric",1,1,1 ], "without a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acentric",1,1,2 ], "not on centre; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acephalous",1,1,1 ], "having no head or one that is reduced and indistinct, as certain insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acephalous",1,1,1 ], "larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acephalous",1,1,2 ], "having or recognizing no ruler or leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acerate",1,1,1 ], "another word for acerose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acerbate",1,1,1 ], "to embitter or exasperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acerbate",1,1,2 ], "to make sour or bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acerbic",1,1,1 ], "harsh, bitter, or astringent; sour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acerbity",1,1,1 ], "vitriolic or embittered speech, temper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acerbity",1,1,2 ], "sourness or bitterness of taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acerose",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a needle, as pine leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acervate",1,1,1 ], "growing in heaps or clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acescent",1,1,1 ], "slightly sour or turning sour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetabulum",1,1,1 ], "the deep cuplike cavity on the side of the hipbone that receives the head of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetabulum",1,1,1 ], "the thighbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetabulum",1,1,2 ], "a round muscular sucker in flatworms, leeches, and cephalopod molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetal",1,1,1 ], "CH3CH(OC\2H\5)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetal",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile liquid used as a solvent and in perfumes| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetal",1,1,2 ], "any organic compound containing the group -CH(OR\1)OR2, where R1 and R2 are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetal",1,1,2 ], "other organic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile pungent liquid, miscible with water, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of organic compounds and as a solvent and reducing agent| Formula: CH3CHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetamide",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless soluble deliquescent crystalline compound, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetamide",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of organic chemicals| Formula: CH3CONH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetanilide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline powder used in the manufacture of dyes and rubber and as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetanilide",1,1,1 ], "an analgesic in medicine| Formula: C6H5NHCOCH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetate rayon",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic textile fibre made from cellulose acetate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of acetic acid, containing the monovalent ion CH3COO'- or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetate",1,1,1 ], "the group CH3COO'-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetate",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, containing, or concerned with the group CH3COO'-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetate",1,1,3 ], "short for acetate rayon or cellulose acetate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH3COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acetic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pungent liquid, miscible with water, widely used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetic acid",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of acetic anhydride, vinyl acetate, plastics, pharmaceuticals, dyes, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetic anhydride",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pungent liquid used in the manufacture of cellulose and vinyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetic anhydride",1,1,1 ], "acetates for synthetic fabrics| Formula: (CH\3CO)2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetic",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, producing, or derived from acetic acid or vinegar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetify",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become acetic acid or vinegar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aceto-",1,1,1 ], "containing an acetyl group or derived from acetic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetometer",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring the concentration of acetic acid in a solution, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetometer",1,1,1 ], "vinegar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetone body",1,1,1 ], "another name for ketone body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetone",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile flammable pungent liquid, miscible with water, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetone",1,1,1 ], "and lacquers| Formula: CH3COCH3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acetone",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of chemicals and as a solvent and thinner for paints, varnishes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetophenetidin",1,1,1 ], "another name for phenacetin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetous",1,1,1 ], "containing, producing, or resembling acetic acid or vinegar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetous",1,1,2 ], "tasting like vinegar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetum",1,1,1 ], "another name for vinegar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetum",1,1,2 ], "a solution that has dilute acetic acid as solvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group CH3CO-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetylate",1,1,1 ], "to introduce an acetyl group into (a chemical compound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetylate",1,2,1 ], "(of a chemical compound) to gain or suffer substitution of an acetyl group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetylcholine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C7H17NO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acetylcholine",1,1,1 ], "a chemical substance secreted at the ends of many nerve fibres, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetylcholine",1,1,1 ], "autonomic nervous system, and responsible for the transmission of nervous impulses|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetylene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble flammable gas used in the manufacture of organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetylene",1,1,1 ], "chemicals and in cutting and welding metals| Formula: C2H2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetylene",1,1,2 ], "another name for alkyne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetylide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of carbides in which the carbon is present as a diatomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acetylide",1,1,1 ], "divalent ion| They are formally derivatives of acetylene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acetylsalicylic acid",1,1,1 ], "the chemical name for aspirin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acey-deucy",1,1,1 ], "a form of backgammon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ach-y-fi",1,1,1 ], "an expression of disgust or abhorrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ache",1,1,1 ], "to feel, suffer, or be the source of a continuous dull pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ache",1,1,2 ], "to suffer mental anguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ache",1,2,1 ], "a continuous dull pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achene",1,1,1 ], "It may be smooth, as in the buttercup, or feathery, as in clematis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achene",1,1,1 ], "a dry one-seeded indehiscent fruit with the seed distinct from the fruit wall|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achieve",1,1,1 ], "to bring to a successful conclusion; accomplish; attain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achieve",1,2,1 ], "to gain as by hard work or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achievement age",1,1,1 ], "successfully" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achievement age",1,1,1 ], "the age at which a child should be able to perform a standardized test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achievement quotient",1,1,1 ], "a measure of ability derived by dividing an individual's achievement age by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achievement quotient",1,1,1 ], "his actual age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achievement test",1,1,1 ], "a test designed to measure the effects that learning and teaching have on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achievement test",1,1,1 ], "individuals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achievement",1,1,1 ], "something that has been accomplished, esp| by hard work, ability, or heroism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achievement",1,1,2 ], "successful completion; accomplishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achievement",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for hatchment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achlamydeous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers such as the willow) having neither petals nor sepals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achlorhydria",1,1,1 ], "a marked reduction or virtual absence of free hydrochloric acid from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achlorhydria",1,1,1 ], "gastric juice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achondrite",1,1,1 ], "a rare stony meteorite that consists mainly of silicate minerals and has the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achondrite",1,1,1 ], "texture of igneous rock but contains no chondrules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achondroplasia",1,1,1 ], "a skeletal disorder, characterized by failure of normal conversion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achondroplasia",1,1,1 ], "cartilage into bone, that begins during fetal life and results in dwarfism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achromat",1,1,1 ], "a lens designed to bring light of two chosen wavelengths to the same focal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromat",1,1,1 ], "point, thus reducing chromatic aberration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "achromatic colour",1,1,1 ], "colour, such as white, black, and grey, that is devoid of hue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatic",1,1,1 ], "without colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatic",1,1,2 ], "capable of reflecting or refracting light without chromatic aberration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatic",1,1,2,1 ], "involving no sharps or flats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatic",1,1,2,1 ], "not staining with standard dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatic",1,1,2,2 ], "another word for diatonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatic",1,1,2,2 ], "of or relating to achromatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatin",1,1,1 ], "the material of the nucleus of a cell that does not stain with basic dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatize",1,1,1 ], "to make achromatic to remove colour from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromatous",1,1,1 ], "having little or no colour or less than is normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "achromic",1,1,1 ], "colourless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acicula",1,1,1 ], "a needle-shaped part, such as a spine, prickle, or crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aciculate",1,1,1 ], "having aciculae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aciculate",1,1,2 ], "marked with or as if with needle scratches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aciculum",1,1,1 ], "(chaetae) of some polychaete worms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aciculum",1,1,1 ], "a needle-like bristle that provides internal support for the appendages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid drop",1,1,1 ], "a boiled sweet with a sharp taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid rock",1,1,1 ], "a type of rock music characterized by electronically amplified bizarre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid rock",1,1,1 ], "instrumental effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid soil",1,1,1 ], "a soil that gives a pH reaction of below 7|2, found especially in cool moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid soil",1,1,1 ], "areas where soluble bases are leached away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid test",1,1,1 ], "a rigorous and conclusive test to establish worth or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid value",1,1,1 ], "free fatty acid in one gram of a fat, oil, resin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid value",1,1,1 ], "the number of milligrams of potassium hydroxide required to neutralize the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,1,1 ], "any substance that dissociates in water to yield a sour corrosive solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,1,1 ], "containing hydrogen ions, having a pH of less than 7, and turning litmus red" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,1,2 ], "a sour-tasting substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,1,3 ], "a slang name for LSD" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,1,4 ], "put the acid on (someone)| Austral| informal| to apply pressure to someone," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,1,4 ], "usually when seeking a favour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,1,1 ], "of, derived from, or containing acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,1,2 ], "being or having the properties of an acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,2 ], "sharp or sour in taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,3 ], "cutting, sharp, or hurtful in speech, manner, etc|; vitriolic; caustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,4 ], "(of igneous rocks) having a silica content of more than two thirds the total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,4 ], "and containing at least one tenth quartz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,5 ], "acid material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid",1,2,5 ], "of or made by a process in which the furnace or converter is lined with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid-fast",1,1,1 ], "(of bacteria and tissues) resistant to decolorization by mineral acids after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid-fast",1,1,1 ], "staining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid-forming",1,1,1 ], "(of an oxide or element) yielding an acid when dissolved in water or having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid-forming",1,1,1 ], "oxide that forms an acid in water; acidic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acid-forming",1,1,2 ], "(of foods) producing an acid residue following digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acid-head",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses LSD" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidic",1,1,1 ], "another word for acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidic",1,1,2 ], "(of an oxide) yielding an acid in aqueous solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidify",1,1,1 ], "to convert into or become acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidimeter",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for determining the amount of acid in a solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidimeter",1,1,2 ], "another name for acidometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidimetry",1,1,1 ], "acidimeter or by volumetric analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acidimetry",1,1,1 ], "the determination of the amount of acid present in a solution, measured by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidity",1,1,2 ], "the amount of acid present in a solution, often expressed in terms of pH" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidity",1,1,3 ], "another name for hyperacidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of hydrometer for measuring the relative density of an acid solution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidometer",1,1,1 ], "esp| the acid in a battery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acidophil" ,1, 1, 1],"(of cells or cell contents) easily stained by acid dyes",1). c_DEF([ "acidophil" ,1, 1, 2],"(of microorganisms) growing well in an acid environment",1). c_DEF([ "acidophil" ,1, 2, 1],"an acidophil organism",1). c_DEF([ "acidophilus milk",1,1,1 ], "milk fermented by bacteria of the species Lactobacillus acidophilus, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidophilus milk",1,1,1 ], "treating disorders of the gastrointestinal tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acidosis",1,1,1 ], "a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in the acidity of the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidosis",1,1,1 ], "and extracellular fluids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acidulate",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make slightly acid or sour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidulous",1,1,1 ], "rather sour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acidulous",1,1,2 ], "sharp or sour in speech, manner, etc|; acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acierate",1,1,1 ], "to change (iron) into steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acinaciform",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) shaped like a scimitar curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aciniform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a bunch of grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acinus" ,1, 1, 1],"any of the terminal saclike portions of a compound gland",1). c_DEF([ "acinus" ,1, 1, 2],"any of the small drupes that make up the fruit of the blackberry, raspberry,",1). c_DEF([ "acinus" ,1, 1, 2],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "acinus" ,1, 1, 3],"a collection of berries, such as a bunch of grapes",1). c_DEF([ "ack-ack",1,1,1,1 ], "anti-aircraft fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ack-ack",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ack-ack",1,1,2 ], "anti-aircraft arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ackee",1,1,1,1 ], "a sapindaceous tree, Blighia sapida, native to tropical Africa and cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ackee",1,1,1,1 ], "in the West Indies for its fruit, edible when cooked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ackee",1,1,1,2 ], "the red pear-shaped fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ackee",1,1,2 ], "a sapindaceous tree, Melicoccus bijugatus, that grows on some Caribbean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ackee",1,1,2 ], "islands and is valued for its timber and edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ackee",1,1,3 ], "the green tough-skinned berry of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledge",1,1,1 ], "to recognize or admit the existence, truth, or reality of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledge",1,1,2 ], "to indicate recognition or awareness of, as by a greeting, glance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledge",1,1,3 ], "to express appreciation or thanks for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledge",1,1,4 ], "to make the receipt of known to the sender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledge",1,1,5 ], "to recognize, esp| in legal form, the authority, rights, or claims of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledgment",1,1,1 ], "the act of acknowledging or state of being acknowledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledgment",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledgment",1,1,2 ], "something done or given as an expression of thanks, as a reply to a message," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledgment",1,1,3 ], "an author's statement acknowledging his use of the works of other authors," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acknowledgment",1,1,3 ], "usually printed at the front of a book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aclinic line",1,1,1 ], "another name for magnetic equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acme",1,1,1 ], "the culminating point, as of achievement or excellence; summit; peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acne",1,1,1 ], "a chronic skin disease common in adolescence, involving inflammation of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acne",1,1,1 ], "sebaceous glands and characterized by pustules on the face, neck, and upper trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acnode",1,1,1 ], ",2 = x ,3 " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acnode",1,1,1 ], "a point whose coordinates satisfy the equation of a curve although it does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acnode",1,1,1 ], "lie on the curve; an isolated point| The origin is an acnode of the curve y ,2 + x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acolyte",1,1,1 ], "a follower or attendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acolyte",1,1,2 ], "an officer who attends or assists a priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aconite",1,1,1 ], "any of various N temperate plants of the ranunculaceous genus Aconitum, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aconite",1,1,1 ], "as monkshood and wolfsbane, many of which are poisonous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aconite",1,1,2 ], "and analgesic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aconite",1,1,2 ], "the dried poisonous root of many of these plants, sometimes used as a narcotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acorn barnacle",1,1,1 ], "any of various barnacles, such as Balanus balanoides, that live attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acorn barnacle",1,1,1 ], "food-catching appendages (cirri)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acorn barnacle",1,1,1 ], "rocks and have a volcano-shaped shell from the top of which protrude feathery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acorn valve",1,1,1 ], "a small electronic valve, approximately acorn-shaped with small closely-spaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acorn valve",1,1,1 ], "electrodes, used in ultrahigh-frequency applications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acorn worm",1,1,1 ], "any of various small burrowing marine animals of the genus Balanoglossus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acorn worm",1,1,1 ], "proboscis at the head end: subphylum Hemichordata (hemichordates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acorn worm",1,1,1 ], "related genera, having an elongated wormlike body with an acorn-shaped eversible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acorn",1,1,1 ], "scaly cuplike base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acorn",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of the oak tree, consisting of a smooth thick-walled nut in a woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acotyledon",1,1,1 ], "any plant, such as a fern, moss, or fungus, that does not possess cotyledons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acouchi",1,1,1 ], "any of several South American rodents of the genus Myoprocta, closely related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acouchi",1,1,1 ], "to the agoutis but much smaller, with a white-tipped tail: family Dasyproctidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic feature",1,1,1 ], "any of the acoustic components or elements present in a speech sound and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic feature",1,1,1 ], "capable of being experimentally observed, recorded, and reproduced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic nerve",1,1,1 ], "either one of the eighth pair of cranial nerves, which supply the cochlea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic nerve",1,1,1 ], "semicircular canals of the internal ear and contribute to the sense of hearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic phonetics",1,1,1 ], "speech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic phonetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of phonetics concerned with the acoustic properties of human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic",1,1,1 ], "of or related to sound, the sense of hearing, or acoustics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic",1,1,2 ], "designed to respond to, absorb, or control sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustic",1,1,3 ], "(of a musical instrument or recording) without electronic amplification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustician",1,1,1 ], "an expert in acoustics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustics",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of sound and sound waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustics",1,1,2 ], "the characteristics of a room, auditorium, etc|, that determine the fidelity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acoustics",1,1,2 ], "with which sound can be heard within it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acpt|",1,1,1 ], "acceptance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquaint",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by with or of) to make (a person) familiar or conversant (with); inform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquaint",1,1,1 ], "(of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acquaint",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquaint",1,1,3 ], "to introduce (to); bring into contact (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquaintance",1,1,1 ], "a person with whom one has been in contact but who is not a close friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquaintance",1,1,2 ], "knowledge of a person or thing, esp| when slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquaintance",1,1,3 ], "make the acquaintance of| to come into social contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquaintance",1,1,4 ], "those persons collectively whom one knows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquainted",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by with) on terms of familiarity but not intimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquainted",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by with) having knowledge or experience (of); familiar (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquiesce",1,1,1 ], "to comply (with) assent (to) without protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquire",1,1,1 ], "less permanently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acquire",1,1,1 ], "to get or gain (something, such as an object, trait, or ability), esp| more or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquired characteristic",1,1,1 ], "a characteristic of an organism resulting from increased use or disuse of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquired characteristic",1,1,1 ], "organ or the effects of the environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acquired taste",1,1,1 ], "a liking for something that is at first considered unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquired taste",1,1,2 ], "the thing so liked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquisition",1,1,1 ], "the act of acquiring or gaining possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquisition",1,1,2 ], "something acquired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquisition",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing of special merit added to a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquisition",1,1,3,1 ], "control station after a temporary blackout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acquisition",1,1,3,1 ], "the re-establishment of communications between a spacecraft and a ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquisition",1,1,3,2 ], "the process of locating a spacecraft, satellite, etc|, esp| by radar, in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquisition",1,1,3,2 ], "to gather tracking and telemetric information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acquisitive",1,1,1 ], "inclined or eager to acquire things, esp| material possessions or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)(foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquit",1,1,1,1 ], "to free or release (from a charge of crime)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquit",1,1,1,2 ], "to pronounce not guilty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquit",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of) to free or relieve (from an obligation, duty, responsibility," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquit",1,1,2 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acquit",1,1,3 ], "to repay or settle (something, such as a debt or obligation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquit",1,1,4 ], "to perform (one's part); conduct (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquittal",1,1,1 ], "of crime, as by a finding of not guilty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acquittal",1,1,1 ], "the deliverance and release of a person appearing before a court on a charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquittal",1,1,2 ], "a discharge or release from an obligation, duty, debt, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquittance",1,1,1 ], "a release from or settlement of a debt, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acquittance",1,1,2 ], "a record of this, such as a receipt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acre",1,1,1 ], "a unit of area used in certain English-speaking countries, equal to 4840" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acre",1,1,1 ], "square yards or 4046|86 square metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acre",1,1,1,1 ], "land, esp| a large area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acre",1,1,1,2 ], "Informal| a large amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acre-foot",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to 43,560 cubic feet or 1233|5 cubic metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acre-foot",1,1,1 ], "the volume of water that would cover an area of 1 acre to a depth of 1 foot:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acre-inch",1,1,1 ], "one twelfth of an acre-foot: equivalent to 3630 cubic feet or 102|8 cubic metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acre-inch",1,1,1 ], "the volume of water that would cover an area of 1 acre to a depth of 1 inch;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acreage",1,1,1 ], "land area in acres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acred",1,1,1 ], "having acres of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrid",1,1,1 ], "unpleasantly pungent or sharp to the smell or taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrid",1,1,2 ], "sharp or caustic, esp| in speech or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acridine",1,1,1 ], "C13H9N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acridine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline solid used in the manufacture of dyes| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acriflavine hydrochloride",1,1,1 ], "a red crystalline water-soluble solid substance obtained from acriflavine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acriflavine hydrochloride",1,1,1 ], "used as an antiseptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acriflavine",1,1,1 ], "a brownish or orange-red powder used in medicine as an antiseptic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acriflavine",1,1,1 ], "bacteriostat| Formula: C14H14N3Cl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrimony",1,1,1 ], "bitterness or sharpness of manner, speech, temper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acro-",1,1,1 ], "denoting something at a height, summit, top, tip, beginning, or end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acro-",1,1,2 ], "denoting an extremity of the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrobat",1,1,1 ], "an entertainer who performs acts that require skill, agility, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrobat",1,1,1 ], "coordination, such as tumbling, swinging from a trapeze, or walking a tightrope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrobat",1,1,2 ], "a person noted for his frequent and rapid changes of position or allegiances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrobatics",1,1,1 ], "the skills or feats of an acrobat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrobatics",1,1,2 ], "the art of an acrobat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrobatics",1,1,3 ], "any activity requiring agility and skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrocarpous",1,1,1 ], "(of ferns, mosses, etc|) having the reproductive parts at the tip of a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrodont",1,1,1 ], "(of the teeth of some reptiles) having no roots and being fused at the base to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrodont",1,1,1 ], "the margin of the jawbones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrodont",1,1,2 ], "having acrodont teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrodrome",1,1,1 ], "(of the veins of a leaf) running parallel to the edges of the leaf and fusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrodrome",1,1,1 ], "at the tip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrogen",1,1,1 ], "any flowerless plant, such as a fern or moss, in which growth occurs from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrogen",1,1,1 ], "tip of the main stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrolein",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellowish flammable poisonous pungent liquid used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrolein",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of resins and pharmaceuticals| Formula: CH2CHCHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrolith",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in ancient Greek sculpture) a wooden, often draped figure with only the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrolith",1,1,1 ], "head, hands, and feet in stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acromegaly",1,1,1 ], "a chronic disease characterized by enlargement of the bones of the head," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acromegaly",1,1,1 ], "hands, and feet| It is caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acromegaly",1,1,1 ], "pituitary gland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acromion",1,1,1 ], "the outermost edge of the spine of the shoulder blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acronychal",1,1,1 ], "occurring at sunset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acronym",1,1,1 ], "UNESCO for the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acronym",1,1,1 ], "a word formed from the initial letters of a group of words; for example," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acropetal",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves and flowers) produced in order from the base upwards so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acropetal",1,1,1 ], "youngest are at the apex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrophobia",1,1,1 ], "abnormal fear or dread of being at a great height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acropolis",1,1,1 ], "the citadel of an ancient Greek city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrospire",1,1,1 ], "the first shoot developing from the plumule of a germinating grain seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "across",1,1,1 ], "from one side to the other side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "across",1,1,2 ], "on or at the other side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "across",1,2,1 ], "from one side to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "across",1,2,2 ], "on or to the other side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "across-the-board",1,1,1 ], "(of salary increases, taxation cuts, etc|) affecting all levels or classes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "across-the-board",1,1,1 ], "equally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "across-the-board",1,1,2 ], "designating a bet in which equal amounts are staked on the same contestant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "across-the-board",1,1,2 ], "win or to come second or third in a race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrostic",1,1,1,1 ], "a double acrostic by the initial and final letters, and a triple acrostic by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acrostic",1,1,1,1 ], "a number of lines of writing, such as a poem, certain letters of which form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrostic",1,1,1,1 ], "initial, middle, and final letters" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "acrostic",1,1,1,1 ], "word, proverb, etc| A single acrostic is formed by the initial letters of the lines," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrostic",1,1,1,2 ], "the word, proverb, etc|, so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrostic",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acroter",1,1,1 ], "a plinth bearing a statue, etc|, at either end or at the apex of a pediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless corrosive pungent liquid, miscible with water, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic acid",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of acrylic resins| Formula: CH2CHCOOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic fibre",1,1,1 ], "a textile fibre, such as Orlon or Acrilan, produced from acrylonitrile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic resin",1,1,1 ], "Perspex" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic resin",1,1,1 ], "amides, used as synthetic rubbers, textiles, paints, adhesives, and as plastics such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic resin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of polymers or copolymers of acrylic acid, its esters, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic",1,1,1 ], "of, derived from, or concerned with acrylic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrylic",1,2,1 ], "short for acrylic resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrylonitrile",1,1,1 ], "CH2CHCN" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acrylonitrile",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid that is miscible with water and has toxic fumes: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acrylonitrile",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of acrylic fibres and resins, rubber, and thermoplastics| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acrylyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group CH2CHCO-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act of God",1,1,1 ], "a sudden and inevitable occurrence caused by natural forces and not by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act of God",1,1,1 ], "agency of man, such as a flood, earthquake, or a similar catastrophe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "act of contrition",1,1,1 ], "a short prayer of penitence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act of faith",1,1,1 ], "an act that demonstrates or tests a person's religious beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act of war",1,1,1 ], "an aggressive act, usually employing military force, which constitutes an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act of war",1,1,1 ], "immediate threat to peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "act on",1,1,1 ], "to regulate one's behaviour in accordance with (advice, information, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act on",1,1,2 ], "to have an effect on (illness, a part of the body, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act out",1,1,1 ], "to reproduce (an idea, former event, etc|) in actions, often by mime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act out",1,1,2 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "act out",1,1,2 ], "to express unconsciously (a repressed impulse or experience) in overt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act up",1,1,1 ], "to behave in a troublesome way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,1 ], "something done or performed; a deed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,2 ], "the performance of some physical or mental process; action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,3 ], "edict, decree, statute, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,3 ], "the formally codified result of deliberation by a legislative body; a law," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,4 ], "a formal written record of transactions, proceedings, etc|, as of a society," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,4 ], "committee, or legislative body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,5 ], "a major division of a dramatic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,5,1 ], "a short performance of skill, a comic sketch, dance, etc|, esp| one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,5,1 ], "part of a programme of light entertainment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,5,2 ], "those giving such a performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,6 ], "an assumed attitude or pose, esp| one intended to impress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,1,7 ], "an occurrence effected by a human agent as opposed to one that is determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,2,1 ], "to do something; carry out an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,3,1 ], "to function in a specified way; operate; react" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,3,2 ], "to perform (a part or role) in a play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,4,1 ], "to present (a play, etc|) on stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,5,1 ], "to be a substitute (for); function in place (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,6,1 ], "to serve the function or purpose (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,7,1 ], "to conduct oneself or behave (as if one were)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,8,1 ], "to behave in an unnatural or affected way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,8,2 ], "to pose as; play the part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,8,3 ], "to behave in a manner appropriate to (esp| in the phrase act one's age)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "act",1,8,4 ], "to seem or pretend to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actg|",1,1,1 ], "acting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actin",1,1,1 ], "a protein in muscle that exists in both globular and fibrous forms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actin",1,1,1 ], "associates with myosin to form the complex protein actomyosin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinal",1,1,1 ], "anemone, or sponge, from which the rays, tentacles, or arms grow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinal",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting the oral part of a radiate animal, such as a jellyfish, sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinal",1,1,2 ], "possessing rays or tentacles, as a jellyfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acting",1,1,1 ], "taking on duties temporarily, esp| as a substitute for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acting",1,1,2 ], "operating or functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acting",1,1,3 ], "intended for stage performance; provided with directions for actors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acting",1,2,1 ], "the art or profession of an actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinia",1,1,1 ], "any sea anemone of the genus Actinia, which are common in rock pools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinic",1,1,1 ], "(of radiation) producing a photochemical effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinide series",1,1,1 ], "a series of 15 radioactive elements with increasing atomic numbers from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinide series",1,1,1 ], "actinium to lawrencium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinide",1,1,1 ], "a member of the actinide series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actiniform",1,1,1 ], "another word for actinoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinium series",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive series that starts with actinium-235 and ends with lead-207" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinium",1,1,1 ], "10|07; melting pt|: 1050 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3200 degrees C (est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "actinium",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive element of the actinide series, occurring as a decay product of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinium",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 89; half-life of most stable isotope,'2'2'7Ac: 22 years; relative density:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "actinium",1,1,1 ], "uranium| It is used as an alpha-particle source and in neutron production| Symbol: Ac;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actino-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a radial structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actino-",1,1,2 ], "indicating radioactivity or radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinochemistry",1,1,1 ], "another name for photochemistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinoid",1,1,1 ], "having a radiate form, as a sea anemone or starfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinolite",1,1,1 ], "a green mineral of the amphibole group consisting of calcium magnesium iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinolite",1,1,1 ], "silicate| Formula: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinomere",1,1,1 ], "another name for antimere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the intensity of radiation, esp| of the sun's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinometer",1,1,1 ], "rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinomorphic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a flower) having radial symmetry, as buttercups capable of being cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinomorphic",1,1,1 ], "mirror images of each other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "actinomorphic",1,1,1 ], "vertically through the axis in any of two or more planes so that the two cut halves are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinomycete",1,1,1 ], "any microorganism of the group Actinomycetes, usually regarded as filamentous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinomycete",1,1,1 ], "bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinomycin",1,1,1 ], "Streptomyces, used in treating some cancers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinomycin",1,1,1 ], "any of several toxic antibiotics obtained from bacteria of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinomycosis",1,1,1 ], "a fungal disease of cattle, sometimes transmitted to man, characterized by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinomycosis",1,1,1 ], "swelling of the affected part, most often the jaw| Nontechnical name: lumpy jaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinon",1,1,1 ], "'2'1'9Rn; atomic no|: 86; half-life: 3|92s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinon",1,1,1 ], "a radioisotope of radon that is a decay product of radium| Symbol: An or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinon",1,1,2 ], "another name for actinide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinopod",1,1,1 ], "any protozoan of the subclass Actinopoda, such as a radiolarian or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinopod",1,1,1 ], "heliozoan, having stiff radiating pseudopodia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actinotherapy",1,1,1 ], "another name for radiotherapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinouranium",1,1,1 ], "the isotope of uranium that has a mass number of 235" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actinozoan",1,2,1 ], "another word for anthozoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action painting",1,1,1 ], "a development of abstract expressionism evolved in the 1940s, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action painting",1,1,1 ], "broad vigorous brush strokes and accidental effects of thrown, smeared, dripped, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "action painting",1,1,1 ], "spattered paint" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "action potential" ,1, 1, 1],"a localized change in electrical potential, from -70 mV to 30 mV, that occurs",1). c_DEF([ "action potential" ,1, 1, 1],"across a nerve fibre during transmission of a nerve impulse",2). c_DEF([ "action replay",1,1,1 ], "other sporting contest, often in slow motion| U|S| name: instant replay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "action replay",1,1,1 ], "the rerunning of a small section of a television film or tape of a match or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action stations",1,1,1 ], "the positions taken up by individuals in preparation for or during a battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action stations",1,2,1 ], "a command to take up such positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action stations",1,2,2 ], "a warning to get ready for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,1 ], "the state or process of doing something or being active; operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,10 ], "action)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,10 ], "the profits of an enterprise or transaction (esp| in the phrase a piece of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,11 ], "the main activity, esp| social activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,2 ], "something done, such as an act or deed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,3 ], "movement or posture during some physical activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,4 ], "activity, force, or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,5 ], "conduct or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,5,1 ], "a legal proceeding brought by one party against another, seeking redress of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,5,1 ], "wrong or recovery of what is due; lawsuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,5,2 ], "the right to bring such proceeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,6 ], "the operating mechanism, esp| in a piano, gun, watch, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,7 ], "the force applied to a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,8 ], "the way in which something operates or works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,8,1 ], "a property of a system expressed as twice the mean kinetic energy of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,8,1 ], "system over a given time interval multiplied by the time interval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,8,2 ], "the product of work or energy and time, usually expressed in joule seconds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,9 ], "the events that form the plot of a story, film, play, or other composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,9,1 ], "a minor engagement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,1,9,2 ], "fighting at sea or on land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "action",1,2,1 ], "a command given by a film director to indicate that filming is to begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actionable",1,1,1 ], "affording grounds for legal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activate",1,1,1 ], "to make active or capable of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activate",1,1,2 ], "to make radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activate",1,1,2,1 ], "to increase the rate of (a reaction)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activate",1,1,2,2 ], "adsorption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "activate",1,1,2,2 ], "to treat (a substance, such as carbon or alumina) so as to increase powers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activate",1,1,3 ], "to purify (sewage) by aeration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activate",1,1,4 ], "to create, mobilize, or organize (a unit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activated alumina",1,1,1 ], "a granular highly porous and adsorptive form of aluminium oxide, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activated alumina",1,1,1 ], "drying gases and as an oil-filtering material and catalyst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "activated carbon",1,1,1 ], "a porous highly adsorptive form of carbon used to remove colour or impurities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activated carbon",1,1,1 ], "from liquids and gases, in the separation and extraction of chemical compounds, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "activated carbon",1,1,1 ], "in the recovery of solvents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "activated sludge",1,1,1 ], "a mass of aerated precipitated sewage added to untreated sewage to bring about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activated sludge",1,1,1 ], "purification by hastening bacterial decomposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "active list",1,1,1 ], "a list of officers available for full duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active service",1,1,1 ], "military duty in an operational area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,1 ], "in a state of action; moving, working, or doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,2 ], "busy or involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,3 ], "physically energetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,4 ], "exerting influence; effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,4,1 ], "The boy kicked the football" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,4,1 ], "denoting a voice of verbs used to indicate that the subject of a sentence is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,4,1 ], "performing the action or causing the event or process described by the verb, as kicked in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,4,2 ], "another word for nonstative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,5 ], "being fully engaged in military service (esp| in the phrase on active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,5 ], "service)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,6 ], "(of a volcano) erupting periodically; not extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,7 ], "(of the sun) exhibiting a large number of sunspots, solar flares, etc|, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,7 ], "marked variation in intensity and frequency of radio emission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,8 ], "producing or being used to produce profit, esp| in the form of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,8,1 ], "containing a source of power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,1,8,2 ], "capable of amplifying a signal or controlling some function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,2,1,1 ], "the active voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,2,1,2 ], "an active verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "active",1,2,2 ], "a member of an organization who participates in its activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activism",1,1,1 ], "a policy of taking direct and often militant action to achieve an end, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activism",1,1,1 ], "political or social one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,2 ], "lively action or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,3 ], "any specific deed, action, pursuit, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,4 ], "the number of disintegrations of a radioactive substance in a given unit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,4 ], "time, usually expressed in curies or disintegrations per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,4,1 ], "the capacity of a substance to undergo chemical change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,4,2 ], "activity of a substance B, vB, is defined as exp (#Gm\B/RT) where mB is the chemical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,4,2 ], "potential" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "activity",1,1,4,2 ], "the effective concentration of a substance in a chemical system| The absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actomyosin",1,1,1 ], "a complex protein in skeletal muscle that is formed by actin and myosin and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actomyosin",1,1,1 ], "which, when stimulated, shortens to cause muscle contraction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actor" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who acts in a play, film, broadcast, etc",1). c_DEF([ "actor" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who puts on a false manner in order to deceive others (often in the",1). c_DEF([ "actor" ,1, 1, 2],"phrase bad actor)",2). c_DEF([ "actual",1,1,1 ], "existing in reality or as a matter of fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actual",1,1,2 ], "real or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actual",1,1,3 ], "existing at the present time; current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actual",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by your)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actual",1,1,5 ], "informal, often facetious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actual",1,1,6 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actuality",1,1,1 ], "true existence; reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actuality",1,1,2 ], "a fact or condition that is real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actualize",1,1,1 ], "to make actual or real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actualize",1,1,2 ], "to represent realistically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actually",1,1,1,1 ], "as an actual fact; really" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actually",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actually",1,1,2 ], "at present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actually",1,1,3 ], "a parenthetic filler used to add slight emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actuary",1,1,1 ], "a statistician, esp| one employed by insurance companies to calculate risks," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actuary",1,1,1 ], "policy premiums and dividends, and annuity rates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "actuate",1,1,1 ], "to put into action or mechanical motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "actuate",1,1,2 ], "to motivate or incite into action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acuity",1,1,1 ], "keenness or acuteness, esp| in vision or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aculeate",1,1,1 ], "cutting; pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aculeate",1,1,2 ], "having prickles or spines, as a rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aculeate",1,1,3 ], "having a sting, as bees, wasps, and ants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aculeus",1,1,1 ], "a prickle or spine, such as the thorn of a rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aculeus",1,1,2 ], "a sting or ovipositor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acumen",1,1,1 ], "the ability to judge well; keen discernment; insight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acuminate",1,1,1 ], "narrowing to a sharp point, as some types of leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acuminate",1,3,1 ], "to make pointed or sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acupuncture",1,1,1 ], "Chinese, this method of treatment is practised in many parts of the world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acupuncture",1,1,1 ], "purpose of treating various disorders by stimulating nerve impulses| Originally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acupuncture",1,1,1 ], "the insertion of the tips of needles into the skin at specific points for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acutance",1,1,1 ], "a physical rather than subjective measure of the sharpness of a photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acutance",1,1,1 ], "image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acute accent",1,1,1 ], "'et'e) or that it receives the strongest stress in the word (as in Spanish habl'e)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acute accent",1,1,1 ], "indicate that the vowel over which it is placed has a special quality (as in French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acute accent",1,1,1 ], "the diacritical mark ('), used in the writing system of some languages to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute arch",1,1,1 ], "another name for lancet arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,1 ], "penetrating in perception or insight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,2 ], "sensitive to details; keen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,3 ], "of extreme importance; crucial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,4 ], "sharp or severe; intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,5 ], "having a sharp end or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,5,1 ], "(of an angle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,6 ], "less than 90 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,6,2 ], "(of a triangle) having all its interior angles less than 90 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,7 ], "(of a disease)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,7,1 ], "(of a vowel or syllable in some languages with a pitch accent, such as ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,7,1 ], "Greek)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,7,1 ], "arising suddenly and manifesting intense severity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,7,2 ], "of relatively short duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,8 ], "spoken or sung on a higher musical pitch relative to neighbouring syllables or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,8 ], "vowels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,8,2 ], "is pronounced with higher musical pitch (as in ancient Greek), with certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,8,2 ], "of or relating to an accent (') placed over vowels, denoting that the vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,1,8,2 ], "special quality (as in French), etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "acute",1,2,1 ], "an acute accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acyclic",1,1,1 ], "not cyclic; having an open chain structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acyclic",1,1,2 ], "having flower parts arranged in a spiral rather than a whorl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acyl",1,1,2 ], "of, denoting, or containing the monovalent group of atoms RCO-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acyl",1,1,3 ], "an organometallic compound in which a metal atom is directly bound to an acyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "acyl",1,1,3 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ad hoc",1,2,1 ], "for a particular purpose only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad hominem",1,2,1 ], "directed against a person rather than against his arguments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad infinitum",1,1,1 ], "without end; endlessly; to infinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad interim",1,2,1 ], "for the meantime; for the present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad litem",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a guardian) appointed for a lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad nauseam",1,1,1 ], "to a disgusting extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad rem",1,2,1 ], "to the point; without digression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad valorem",1,2,1 ], "(of taxes)in proportion to the estimated value of the goods taxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad val|",1,1,1 ], "ad valorem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad",1,1,1 ], "short for advertisement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad",2,1,1 ], "short for advantage|Brit| word: van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad-",1,1,1 ], "to; towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad-",1,1,2 ], "near; next to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad-lib",1,1,1 ], "to improvise and deliver spontaneously (a speech, musical performance, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad-lib",1,2,1 ], "improvised; impromptu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad-lib",1,3,1 ], "ad lib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad-lib",1,3,2 ], "spontaneously; freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ad-lib",1,4,1 ], "an improvised performance, often humorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adactylous",1,1,1 ], "possessing no fingers or toes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adage",1,1,1 ], "a traditional saying that is accepted by many as true or partially true;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adage",1,1,1 ], "proverb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adagio" ,1, 2, 1],"slow",1). c_DEF([ "adagio" ,1, 3, 1],"a movement or piece to be performed slowly",1). c_DEF([ "adagio" ,1, 3, 2],"a slow section of a pas de deux",1). c_DEF([ "adamant",1,1,1 ], "unyielding; inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adamant",1,1,2 ], "unbreakable; impenetrable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adamant",1,2,1 ], "any extremely hard or apparently unbreakable substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adamant",1,2,2 ], "a legendary stone said to be impenetrable, often identified with the diamond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adamant",1,2,2 ], "or loadstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adamantine",1,1,1 ], "having the lustre of a diamond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adamantine",1,1,2 ], "another word for adamant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adamsite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow poisonous crystalline solid that readily sublimes| It is used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adamsite",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 195 degrees C; boiling pt|: 410 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adamsite",1,1,1 ], "tear gas; diphenylaminechlorarsine| Formula: C6H4AsClNHC6H4; relative density: 1|65;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adapt",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to adjust (someone or something, esp| oneself) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adapt",1,1,1 ], "different conditions, a new environment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adapt",1,2,1 ], "to fit, change, or modify to suit a new or different purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adaptation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of adapting or the state of being adapted; adjustment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adaptation",1,1,2 ], "something that is produced or created by adapting something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adaptation",1,1,3 ], "something that is changed or modified to suit new conditions or needs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adaptation",1,1,4 ], "an inherited or acquired modification in organisms that makes them better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adaptation",1,1,4 ], "suited to survive and reproduce in a particular environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adapter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that adapts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adapter",1,1,2 ], "any device for connecting two parts, esp| ones that are of different sizes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adapter",1,1,2 ], "have different mating fitments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adapter",1,1,2,1 ], "a plug used to connect an electrical device to a mains supply when they have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adapter",1,1,2,1 ], "different types of terminals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adapter",1,1,2,2 ], "a device used to connect several electrical appliances to a single mains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adapter",1,1,2,2 ], "socket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adaptive radiation",1,1,1 ], "adaptation to different environments| This type of evolution occurred in the Tertiary" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adaptive radiation",1,1,1 ], "mammals and the Mesozoic reptiles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "adaptive radiation",1,1,1 ], "of animals as a result of the increase of the original stock and its spread and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adaptive radiation",1,1,1 ], "the development of many different forms from an originally homogeneous group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adaxial",1,1,1 ], "facing towards the axis, as the surface of a leaf that faces the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add up",1,1,1 ], "to find the sum (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add up",1,2,1 ], "to result in a correct total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add up",1,3,1 ], "to make sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add up",1,4,1 ], "to amount to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,1,1 ], "to combine (two or more numbers or quantities) by addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,2,1 ], "addition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,2,1 ], "to increase (a number or quantity) by another number or quantity using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,3,1 ], "effect, or scope; unite (with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,3,1 ], "to join (something) to something else in order to increase the size, quantity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,4,1 ], "to have an extra and increased effect (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,5,1 ], "to say or write further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add",1,6,1 ], "to include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addax",1,1,1 ], "Artiodactyla" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "addax",1,1,1 ], "a large light-coloured antelope, Addax nasomaculatus, having ribbed loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addax",1,1,1 ], "spiralled horns and inhabiting desert regions in N Africa: family Bovidae, order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "added sixth",1,1,1 ], "a chord much used esp| in jazz, consisting of a triad with an added sixth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "added sixth",1,1,1 ], "above the root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "addend",1,1,1 ], "any of a set of numbers that form a sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addendum",1,1,1 ], "something added; an addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addendum",1,1,2 ], "a supplement or appendix to a book, magazine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addendum",1,1,3 ], "the radial distance between the inner and outer pitch circles of a screw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addendum",1,1,3 ], "thread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "addendum",1,1,4 ], "the radial distance between the pitch circle and tip of a gear tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adder",1,1,1 ], "Britain, and Asia and is typically dark greyish in colour with a black zigzag pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adder",1,1,1 ], "a common viper, Vipera berus, that is widely distributed in Europe, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adder",1,1,1 ], "along the back" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adder",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar venomous or nonvenomous snakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adder",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that adds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-meat",1,1,1 ], "another name for the greater stitchwort (see stitchwort)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-mouth",1,1,1 ], "any of various orchids of the genus Malaxis that occur in all parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-mouth",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-mouth",1,1,1 ], "world except Australia and New Zealand and have clusters of small usually greenish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "any of several terrestrial ferns of the genus Ophioglossum, esp| O| vulgatum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "like a spike from the leaf: family Ophioglossaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "that grow in the N hemisphere and have a narrow spore-bearing body that sticks out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adder's-tongue",1,1,2 ], "another name for dogtooth violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addict",1,2,1 ], "narcotic drug)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "addict",1,2,1 ], "to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addict",1,3,1 ], "a person who is addicted, esp| to narcotic drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addict",1,3,2 ], "a person who is devoted to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addiction",1,1,1 ], "dependency on narcotic drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "addiction",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being abnormally dependent on some habit, esp| compulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addictive",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or causing addiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adding machine",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical device, operated manually or electrically, for adding and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adding machine",1,1,1 ], "subtracting, multiplying, and dividing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 1],"the act, process, or result of adding",1). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 2],"a person or thing that is added or acquired",1). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 3],"a mathematical operation in which the sum of two numbers or quantities is",1). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 3],"calculated| Usually indicated by the symbol +",2). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 4],"a part added to a building or piece of land; annexe",1). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 5],"a title following a person's name",1). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 6],"in addition| also; as well; besides",1). c_DEF([ "addition" ,1, 1, 7],"in addition to| besides; as well as",1). c_DEF([ "additional",1,1,1 ], "added or supplementary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "additive",1,1,1 ], "characterized or produced by addition; cumulative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "additive",1,2,1 ], "any substance added to something to improve it, prevent deterioration, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addle",1,1,1 ], "to make or become confused or muddled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addle",1,1,2 ], "to make or become rotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addle",1,2,1 ], "indicating a confused or muddled state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addle",2,1,1 ], "to earn (money or one's living)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,1 ], "the conventional form by which the location of a building is described" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,10 ], "the act of dispatching or directing a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,11 ], "expressions of affection made by a man in courting a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,2 ], "the person or organization for whom it is intended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,2 ], "the written form of this, as on a letter or parcel, preceded by the name of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,3 ], "the place at which someone lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,4 ], "a speech or written communication, esp| one of a formal nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,5 ], "skilfulness or tact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,6 ], "manner or style of speaking or conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,7 ], "a number giving the location of a piece of stored information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,8 ], "a statement of the opinions or wishes of either or both Houses of Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,8 ], "that is sent to the sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,9 ], "assembly or fitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,1,9 ], "the alignment or position of a part, component, etc|, that permits correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,1 ], "to mark (a letter, parcel, etc|) with an address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,2 ], "to speak to, refer to in speaking, or deliver a speech to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,3 ], "(used reflexively; foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,3,1 ], "to speak or write to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,3,2 ], "apply oneself to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,4 ], "to direct (a message, warning, etc|) to the attention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,5 ], "to consign or entrust (a ship or a ship's cargo) to a factor, merchant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,6 ], "in archery, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,6 ], "to adopt a position facing (the ball in golf, a partner in a dance, the target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "address",1,2,7 ], "an archaic word for woo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "addressee",1,1,1 ], "a person or organization to whom a letter, parcel, etc|, is addressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adduce",1,1,1 ], "to cite (reasons, examples, etc|) as evidence or proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adduct",1,1,1 ], "(of a muscle) to draw or pull (a leg, arm, etc|) towards the median axis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adduct",1,1,1 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adductor",1,1,1 ], "a muscle that adducts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add|",1,1,1 ], "addendum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add|",1,1,2 ], "addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add|",1,1,3 ], "additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "add|",1,1,4 ], "address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ademption",1,1,1 ], "matter in his lifetime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ademption",1,1,1 ], "the failure of a specific legacy, as by a testator disposing of the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of a gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenectomy",1,1,2 ], "another name for adenoidectomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenine",1,1,1 ], "a purine base present in animal and plant tissues as a constituent of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenine",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 360-365 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adenine",1,1,1 ], "nucleic acids DNA and RNA and of certain coenzymes; 6-aminopurine| Formula: C5H5N5;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adenitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a gland or lymph node" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adeno-",1,1,1 ], "gland or glandular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenocarcinoma",1,1,1 ], "a malignant tumour originating in glandular tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenocarcinoma",1,1,2 ], "a malignant tumour with a glandlike structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenohypophysis",1,1,1 ], "the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoid",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to lymphoid tissue, as that found in the lymph nodes, spleen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoid",1,1,2 ], "tonsils, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adenoid",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the adenoids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoidal",1,1,1 ], "having the nasal tones or impaired breathing of one with enlarged adenoids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoidal",1,1,2 ], "another word for adenoid (for all senses)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoidectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the adenoids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoids",1,1,1 ], "a mass of lymphoid tissue at the back of the throat behind the uvula: when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoids",1,1,1 ], "enlarged it often restricts nasal breathing, esp| in young children| Technical name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adenoids",1,1,1 ], "pharyngeal tonsil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adenoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour, usually benign, occurring in glandular tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenoma",1,1,2 ], "a tumour having a glandlike structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenosine triphosphate",1,1,1 ], "the full name of ATP" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenosine",1,1,1 ], "C10H13N5O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adenosine",1,1,1 ], "a nucleoside formed by the condensation of adenine and ribose| It is present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adenosine",1,1,1 ], "in all living cells in a combined form, as in ribonucleic acids| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adenovirus",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of viruses that may cause upper respiratory diseases in man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adept",1,1,1 ], "very proficient in something requiring skill or manual dexterity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adept",1,1,2 ], "skilful; expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adept",1,2,1 ], "a person who is skilled or proficient in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adequate",1,1,1 ], "able to fulfil a need or requirement without being abundant, outstanding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhere",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to) to stick or hold fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhere",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) to be devoted (to a political party, cause, religion, etc|); be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhere",1,1,2 ], "a follower (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adhere",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) to follow closely or exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adherent",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) a supporter or follower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adherent",1,2,1 ], "sticking, holding fast, or attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesion",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of sticking together or holding fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesion",1,1,2 ], "ability to make firm contact without skidding or slipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesion",1,1,3 ], "attachment or fidelity, as to a political party, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesion",1,1,4 ], "an attraction or repulsion between the molecules of unlike substances in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesion",1,1,4 ], "contact: distinguished from cohesion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adhesion",1,1,5 ], "abnormal union of structures or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesion",1,1,6 ], "concurrence; assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesive",1,1,1 ], "able or designed to adhere; sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesive",1,1,2 ], "tenacious or clinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesive",1,2,1 ], "a substance used for sticking objects together, such as glue, cement, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhesive",1,2,1 ], "paste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adhibit",1,1,1 ], "to administer or apply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adhibit",1,1,2 ], "to affix; attach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adiabatic",1,1,1 ], "(of a thermodynamic process) taking place without loss or gain of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adiabatic",1,2,1 ], "a curve on a graph representing the changes in two characteristics (such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adiabatic",1,2,1 ], "pressure and volume) of a system undergoing an adiabatic process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adiaphorism",1,1,1 ], "a Christian Protestant theological theory that certain rites and actions are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adiaphorism",1,1,1 ], "matters of indifference in religion since not forbidden by the Scriptures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adiaphorous",1,1,1 ], "having no effect for good or ill, as a drug or placebo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adiathermancy",1,1,1 ], "another name for athermancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adieu" ,1, 2, 1],"goodbye farewell|",1). c_DEF([ "adios",1,1,1 ], "goodbye; farewell| t" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adipocere" ,1, 1, 1],"Nontechnical name: grave-wax",2). c_DEF([ "adipocere" ,1, 1, 1],"a waxlike fatty substance formed during the decomposition of corpses|",1). c_DEF([ "adipocere" ,1, 1, 1],"animal fat",1). c_DEF([ "adipocere" ,1, 1, 1],"resembling",1). c_DEF([ "adipose fin",1,1,1 ], "a posterior dorsal fin occurring in the salmon and related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adit",1,1,1 ], "an almost horizontal shaft into a mine, for access or drainage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjacent",1,1,1 ], "being near or close, esp| having a common boundary; adjoining; contiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjacent",1,2,1 ], "the side lying between a specified angle and a right angle in a right-angled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjacent",1,2,1 ], "triangle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adjective",1,1,1,1 ], "a word imputing a characteristic to a noun or pronoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjective",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjective",1,2,1 ], "additional or dependent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjective",1,2,2 ], "(of law) relating to court practice and procedure, as opposed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjective",1,2,2 ], "principles of law dealt with by the courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adjoin",1,1,1 ], "to be next to (an area of land, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjoin",1,2,1 ], "to join; affix or attach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjoining",1,1,1 ], "being in contact; connected or neighbouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjoint",1,1,1 ], "another name for Hermitian conjugate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjourn",1,1,1 ], "(of a court, etc|) to close at the end of a session" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjourn",1,1,2 ], "to postpone or be postponed, esp| temporarily or to another place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjourn",1,2,1 ], "to put off (a problem, discussion, etc|) for later consideration; defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjourn",1,3,1,1 ], "to move elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjourn",1,3,1,2 ], "to stop work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjt|",1,1,1 ], "adjutant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudge",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce formally; declare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudge",1,1,1,1 ], "to determine judicially; judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudge",1,1,1,2 ], "to order or pronounce by law; decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudge",1,1,1,3 ], "to award (costs, damages, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudge",1,1,2 ], "to sentence or condemn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudicate",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by upon) to decide (an issue) judicially; pass or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudicate",1,1,1 ], "sit in judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adjudicate",1,2,1 ], "pieces, positional strength, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adjudicate",1,2,1 ], "to determine the likely result of (a game) by counting relative value of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjudicate",1,3,1 ], "to serve as a judge or arbiter, as in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjunct",1,1,1 ], "something incidental or not essential that is added to something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjunct",1,1,2 ], "a person who is subordinate to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjunct",1,1,2,1 ], "part of a sentence other than the subject or the predicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjunct",1,1,2,2 ], "part of a sentence that may be omitted without making the sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjunct",1,1,2,2 ], "ungrammatical; a modifier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adjunct",1,1,3 ], "another name for accident ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjunct",1,2,1 ], "added or connected in a secondary or subordinate position; auxiliary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjure",1,1,1 ], "to command, often by exacting an oath; charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjure",1,1,2 ], "to appeal earnestly to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjust",1,1,1 ], "to alter slightly, esp| to achieve accuracy; regulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjust",1,1,2 ], "to adapt, as to a new environment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjust",1,2,1 ], "to put into order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjust",1,3,1 ], "to determine the amount payable in settlement of (a claim)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjustment",1,1,1 ], "the act of adjusting or state of being adjusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjustment",1,1,2 ], "a control for regulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjutant bird",1,1,1 ], "either of two large carrion-eating storks, Leptoptilos dubius or L| javanicus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjutant bird",1,1,1 ], "which are closely related and similar to the marabou and occur in S and SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adjutant general",1,1,1,1 ], "the head of a department of the general staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjutant general",1,1,1,2 ], "a general's executive officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjutant general",1,1,2 ], "the adjutant of a military unit with general staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjutant",1,1,1 ], "an officer who acts as administrative assistant to a superior officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjutant",1,1,2 ], "short for adjutant bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjuvant",1,1,1 ], "aiding or assisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adjuvant",1,2,1 ], "something that aids or assists; auxiliary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adj|",1,1,1 ], "adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adj|",1,1,2 ], "adjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adj|",1,1,3 ], "adjunct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adj|",1,1,4 ], "adjourned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adj|",1,1,5 ], "adjustment|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adj|",1,1,6 ], "adjutant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adman",1,1,1 ], "a person who works in advertising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admass",1,1,1 ], "publicity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "admass",1,1,1 ], "the section of the public that is susceptible or responsive to advertising," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admeasure",1,1,1 ], "to measure out (land, etc|) as a share; apportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admeasure",1,2,1 ], "to determine the dimensions, capacity, weight, and other details of (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admeasure",1,2,1 ], "vessel), as for an official registration, documentation, or yacht handicap rating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "admin",1,1,1 ], "short for administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adminicle",1,1,1 ], "something contributing to prove a point without itself being complete proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administer",1,1,1 ], "to direct or control (the affairs of a business, government, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administer",1,1,2 ], "to put into execution; dispense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administer",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, foll| by to) to give or apply (medicine, assistance, etc|) as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administer",1,1,3 ], "remedy or relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "administer",1,1,4 ], "to apply formally; perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administer",1,1,5 ], "to supervise or impose the taking of (an oath, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administer",1,1,6 ], "to manage or distribute (an estate, property, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administrate",1,1,1 ], "to manage or direct (the affairs of a business, institution, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,1 ], "institution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,1 ], "management of the affairs of an organization, such as a business or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,2 ], "the duties of an administrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,3 ], "the body of people who administer an organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,4 ], "the conduct of the affairs of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,5 ], "term of office: often used of presidents, governments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,6 ], "government as a whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,6 ], "the executive branch of government along with the public service; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,7 ], "the political executive, esp| of the U|S|; the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,8 ], "a government board, agency, authority, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,8,1 ], "the conduct or disposal of the estate of a deceased person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,8,2 ], "the management by a trustee of an estate subject to a trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administration",1,1,9 ], "something administered, such as a sacrament, oath, or medical treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administrator",1,1,1 ], "a person who administers the affairs of an organization, official body, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administrator",1,1,2 ], "a person authorized to manage an estate, esp| when the owner has died" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "administrator",1,1,2 ], "intestate or without having appointed executors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "admirable",1,1,1 ], "deserving or inspiring admiration; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiral",1,1,1 ], "the supreme commander of a fleet or navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiral",1,1,2 ], "a naval officer of the highest rank, equivalent to general of the army or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiral",1,1,2 ], "field marshal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "admiral",1,1,3 ], "a senior naval officer entitled to fly his own flag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiral",1,1,4 ], "the master of a fishing fleet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiral",1,1,5 ], "any of various nymphalid butterflies, esp| the red admiral or white admiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiralty",1,1,1 ], "the office or jurisdiction of an admiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiralty",1,1,1,1 ], "jurisdiction over naval affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiralty",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiration",1,1,1 ], "pleasurable contemplation or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiration",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is admired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admiration",1,1,3 ], "wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admire",1,1,1 ], "to regard with esteem, respect, approval, or pleased surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admire",1,1,2 ], "to wonder at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admissible",1,1,1 ], "able or deserving to be considered or allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admissible",1,1,2 ], "deserving to be admitted or allowed to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admissible",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of evidence) capable of being or bound to be admitted in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admission",1,1,1 ], "permission to enter or the right, authority, etc|, to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admission",1,1,2 ], "the price charged for entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admission",1,1,3 ], "acceptance for a position, office, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admission",1,1,4 ], "a confession, as of a crime, mistake, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admission",1,1,5 ], "an acknowledgment of the truth or validity of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admit",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to confess or acknowledge (a crime, mistake, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admit",1,1,2 ], "to concede (the truth or validity of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admit",1,1,3 ], "to allow to enter; let in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admit",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by to) to allow participation (in) or the right to be part (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admit",1,1,5 ], "(when intr|, foll| by of) to allow (of); leave room (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admit",1,2,1 ], "to give access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admittance",1,1,1 ], "the right or authority to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admittance",1,1,2 ], "the act of giving entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admittance",1,1,3 ], "It can be expressed as a complex quantity, the real part of which is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "admittance",1,1,3 ], "conductance and the imaginary part the susceptance| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "admittance",1,1,3 ], "the reciprocal of impedance, usually measured in reciprocal ohms or siemens|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admittedly",1,1,1 ], "as modifier willingly conceded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admix",1,1,1 ], "to mix or blend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admixture",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admixture",1,1,2 ], "anything added in mixing; ingredient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admonish",1,1,1 ], "to reprove firmly but not harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "admonish",1,1,2 ], "to advise to do or against doing something; warn; caution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adnate",1,1,1 ], "growing closely attached to an adjacent part or organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adnominal",1,1,1 ], "a word modifying a noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adnominal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to an adnoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adnoun",1,1,1 ], "an adjective used as a noun; absolute adjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ado",1,1,1 ], "bustling activity; fuss; bother; delay (esp| in the phrases without more ado," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ado",1,1,1 ], "with much ado)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adobe flat",1,1,1 ], "a gently sloping clayey plain formed by a short-lived stream or flood water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adobe",1,1,1,1 ], "a sun-dried brick used for building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adobe",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adobe",1,1,2 ], "a building constructed of such bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adobe",1,1,3 ], "the clayey material from which such bricks are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adolescence",1,1,1 ], "and adulthood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adolescence",1,1,1 ], "the period in human development that occurs between the beginning of puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adolescent",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to adolescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adolescent",1,1,2 ], "behaving in an immature way; puerile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adolescent",1,2,1 ], "an adolescent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adopt",1,1,1 ], "child) as one's own child" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adopt",1,1,1 ], "to bring (a person) into a specific relationship, esp| to take (another's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adopt",1,1,2 ], "to choose and follow (a plan, technique, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adopt",1,1,3 ], "to take over (an idea, etc|) as if it were one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adopt",1,1,4 ], "to take on; assume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adopt",1,1,5 ], "to accept (a report, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adopted",1,1,1 ], "having been adopted; fostered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adoptive",1,1,1 ], "due to adoption; foster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adorable",1,1,1 ], "very attractive; charming; lovable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adorable",1,1,2 ], "deserving or eliciting adoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adoration",1,1,1 ], "deep love or esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adoration",1,1,2 ], "the act of worshipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adore",1,1,1 ], "to love intensely or deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adore",1,1,2 ], "to worship (a god) with religious rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adore",1,2,1 ], "to like very much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adorn",1,1,1 ], "to decorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adorn",1,1,2 ], "to increase the beauty, distinction, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenal gland",1,1,1 ], "adrenaline and noradrenaline and its cortex secretes several steroid hormones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adrenal gland",1,1,1 ], "an endocrine gland at the anterior end of each kidney| Its medulla secretes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenal insufficiency",1,1,1 ], "another name for Addison's disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenal",1,1,1 ], "on or near the kidneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the adrenal glands or their secretions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenal",1,2,1 ], "an adrenal gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenaline",1,1,1 ], "a hormone that is secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenaline",1,1,1 ], "as the treatment of asthma| Chemical name: aminohydroxyphenylpropionic acid;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "adrenaline",1,1,1 ], "formula: C9H13NO3| U|S| name: epinephrine" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "adrenaline",1,1,1 ], "glucose and lipids| It is extracted from animals or synthesized for such medical uses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adrenaline",1,1,1 ], "increases heart rate, pulse rate, and blood pressure, and raises the blood levels of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adrenergic",1,1,1 ], "releasing or activated by adrenaline or an adrenaline-like substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenocorticotropic hormone",1,1,1 ], "the full name of ACTH" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrenocorticotropic",1,1,1 ], "stimulating the adrenal cortex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrift",1,2,1 ], "floating without steering or mooring; drifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrift",1,2,2 ], "without purpose; aimless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adrift",1,2,3 ], "off course or amiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adroit",1,1,1 ], "skilful or dexterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adroit",1,1,2 ], "quick in thought or reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adscititious",1,1,1 ], "added or supplemental; additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adscription",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for ascription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adsorb",1,1,1 ], "accumulates on the surface of a solid forming a thin film, often only one molecule thick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adsorb",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which a substance, usually a gas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adsorbate",1,1,1 ], "a substance that has been or is to be adsorbed on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adsorbent",1,1,1 ], "capable of adsorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adsorbent",1,2,1 ], "a material, such as activated charcoal, on which adsorption can occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adsuki bean",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of adzuki bean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adularia",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless glassy variety of orthoclase in the form of prismatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adularia",1,1,1 ], "crystals| It occurs in metamorphic rocks and is a minor gemstone| Formula: KAlSi3O8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adulate",1,1,1 ], "to flatter or praise obsequiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adult",1,1,1 ], "having reached maturity; fully developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adult",1,1,2 ], "of or intended for mature people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adult",1,2,1 ], "a person who has attained maturity; a grownup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adult",1,2,2 ], "a mature fully grown animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adult",1,2,3 ], "a person who has attained the age of legal majority (18 years for most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adult",1,2,3 ], "purposes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adulterant",1,1,1 ], "a substance or ingredient that adulterates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterant",1,2,1 ], "adulterating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterate",1,2,1 ], "to debase by adding inferior material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterate",1,3,1 ], "adulterated; debased or impure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterate",1,3,2 ], "a less common word for adulterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterer" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who has committed adultery",1). c_DEF([ "adulterine",1,1,1 ], "of or made by adulteration; fake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterine",1,1,2 ], "conceived in adultery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterous",1,1,1 ], "of, characterized by, or inclined to adultery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adulterous",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for adulterate ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adultery",1,1,1 ], "than the legal spouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adultery",1,1,1 ], "voluntary sexual intercourse between a married man or woman and partner other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adumbral",1,1,1 ], "shadowy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adumbrate",1,1,1 ], "to outline; give a faint indication of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adumbrate",1,1,2 ], "to foreshadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adumbrate",1,1,3 ], "to overshadow; obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adust",1,1,1 ], "dried up or darkened by heat; burnt or scorched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adust",1,1,2 ], "gloomy or melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance guard",1,1,1 ], "a military unit sent ahead of an advancing formation to ensure its progress," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance guard",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advance guard",1,1,2 ], "another name for avant-garde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance poll",1,1,1 ], "(in an election) a poll held prior to election day to permit voters who expect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance poll",1,1,1 ], "to be absent then to cast their ballots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,1,1 ], "to go or bring forward in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by on) to move (towards) in a threatening manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,2,1 ], "to present for consideration; suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,2,2 ], "to bring or be brought to a further stage of development; improve; further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,3,1 ], "to cause (an event) to occur earlier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,4,1 ], "payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,4,1 ], "to supply (money, goods, etc|) beforehand, either for a loan or as an initial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,4,2 ], "to be increased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,4,2 ], "to increase (a price, value, rate of occurrence, etc|) or (of a price, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,5,1 ], "to improve one's position; be promoted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,6,1 ], "to promote in rank, status, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,1 ], "forward movement; progress in time or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,2 ], "improvement; progress in development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,2,1 ], "consideration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,2,1 ], "the supplying of commodities or funds before receipt of an agreed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,2,2 ], "the commodities or funds supplied in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,2,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,3 ], "a money payment made before it is legally due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,4 ], "increase in price, value, rate of occurrence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,5 ], "a less common word for advancement ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,6 ], "in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,6,1 ], "beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,6,2 ], "(foll| by of) ahead in time or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advance",1,7,7 ], "forward in position or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advanced gas-cooled reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor using carbon dioxide as the coolant, graphite as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advanced gas-cooled reactor",1,1,1 ], "moderator, and ceramic uranium dioxide cased in stainless steel as the fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advanced",1,1,1 ], "being ahead in development, knowledge, progress, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advanced",1,1,2 ], "having reached a comparatively late stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advanced",1,1,3 ], "ahead of the times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advancement",1,1,1 ], "promotion in rank, status, etc|; preferment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advancement",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for advance 11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advancement",1,1,3 ], "(usually a child) to which the person is entitled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advancement",1,1,3 ], "the transfer during the life of a testator of money or property to a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advances",1,1,1 ], "personal overtures made in an attempt to become friendly, gain a favour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by over or of) superior or more favourable position or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,2 ], "benefit or profit (esp| in the phrase to one's advantage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,2,1 ], "the point scored after deuce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,2,2 ], "the resulting state of the score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,3 ], "take advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,3,1 ], "to make good use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,3,2 ], "to impose upon the weakness, good nature, etc|, of; abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,3,3 ], "to seduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,4 ], "to advantage| to good effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,1,5 ], "you have the advantage of me|you know me but I do not know you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantage",1,2,1 ], "to put in a better position; favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advantageous",1,1,1 ], "producing advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advection",1,1,1 ], "the transference of heat energy in a horizontal stream of gas, esp| of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advent",1,1,1 ], "an arrival or coming, esp| one which is awaited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventitia",1,1,1 ], "the outermost covering of an organ or part, esp| the outer coat of a blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventitia",1,1,1 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adventitious",1,1,1 ], "added or appearing accidentally or unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventitious",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant or animal part) developing in an abnormal position, as a root that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventitious",1,1,2 ], "grows from a stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adventure playground",1,1,1 ], "a playground for children that contains building materials, discarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure playground",1,1,1 ], "industrial parts, etc|, used by the children to build with, hide in, climb on, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,1,1 ], "a risky undertaking of unknown outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,1,2 ], "an exciting or unexpected event or course of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,1,3 ], "a hazardous financial operation; commercial speculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,1,3,1 ], "danger or misadventure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,1,3,2 ], "chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,2,1 ], "to take a risk or put at risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,3,1 ], "to dare to go or enter (into a place, dangerous activity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventure",1,3,2 ], "to dare to say (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventurer" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who seeks adventure, esp| one who seeks success or money through",1). c_DEF([ "adventurer" ,1, 1, 1],"daring exploits",2). c_DEF([ "adventurer" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who seeks money or power by unscrupulous means",1). c_DEF([ "adventurer" ,1, 1, 3],"a speculator",1). c_DEF([ "adventurism",1,1,1 ], "recklessness, esp| in politics and finance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventurous",1,1,1 ], "daring or enterprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adventurous",1,1,2 ], "dangerous; involving risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverb",1,1,1,1 ], "a word or group of words that serves to modify a whole sentence, a verb," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverb",1,1,1,1 ], "another adverb, or an adjective; for example, easily, probably, very, and happily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adverb",1,1,1,1 ], "couple" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "adverb",1,1,1,1 ], "respectively in the sentence They could probably easily envy the very happily married" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adverb",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverbial",1,1,1 ], "a word or group of words playing the grammatical role of an adverb, such as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverbial",1,1,1 ], "the rain in the sentence I'm singing in the rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adverbial",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to an adverb or adverbial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adversary",1,1,1 ], "a person or group that is hostile to someone; enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adversary",1,1,2 ], "an opposing contestant in a game or sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adversative",1,1,1 ], "(of a word, phrase, or clause) implying opposition or contrast| But and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adversative",1,1,1 ], "although are adversative conjunctions introducing adversative clauses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adversative",1,2,1 ], "an adversative word or speech element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverse possession",1,1,1 ], "If continued unopposed for a period specifed by law, such occupation extinguishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adverse possession",1,1,1 ], "the occupation or possession of land by a person not legally entitled to it|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverse possession",1,1,1 ], "the title of the rightful owner" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "adverse",1,1,1 ], "antagonistic or inimical; hostile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverse",1,1,2 ], "unfavourable to one's interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverse",1,1,3 ], "contrary or opposite in direction or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adverse",1,1,4 ], "(of leaves, flowers, etc|) facing the main stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adversity",1,1,1 ], "distress; affliction; hardship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adversity",1,1,2 ], "an unfortunate event or incident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advert",1,1,1 ], "to draw attention (to) refer (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advert",2,1,1 ], "short for advertisement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advertence",1,1,1 ], "heedfulness or attentiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advertise" ,1, 1, 1],"encourage sales",2). c_DEF([ "advertise" ,1, 1, 1],"to present or praise (goods, a service, etc|) to the public, esp| in order to",1). c_DEF([ "advertise" ,1, 1, 2],"as to possible applicants, buyers, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "advertise" ,1, 1, 2],"to make (something, such as a vacancy, article for sale, etc|) publicly known,",1). c_DEF([ "advertise" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a public request (for), esp| in a newspaper, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "advertise" ,1, 2, 2],"to warn; caution",1). c_DEF([ "advertisement" ,1, 1, 1],"Shortened forms: ad, advert",3). c_DEF([ "advertisement" ,1, 1, 1],"any public notice, as a printed display in a newspaper, short film on",1). c_DEF([ "advertisement" ,1, 1, 1],"television, announcement on radio, etc|, designed to sell goods, publicize an event, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "advertising" ,1, 1, 1],"etc|, as by the distribution of printed notices, broadcasting, etc",2). c_DEF([ "advertising" ,1, 1, 1],"the action or practice of drawing public attention to goods, services, events,",1). c_DEF([ "advertising" ,1, 1, 2],"the business that specializes in creating such publicity",1). c_DEF([ "advertising" ,1, 1, 3],"advertisements collectively; publicity",1). c_DEF([ "advice",1,1,1 ], "recommendation as to appropriate choice of action; counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advice",1,1,2 ], "formal notification of facts, esp| when communicated from a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advisable",1,1,1 ], "worthy of recommendation; prudent; sensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advise",1,1,1 ], "to offer advice (to a person or persons); counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advise",1,2,1 ], "to inform or notify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advise",1,3,1 ], "to consult or discuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advised",1,1,1 ], "resulting from deliberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advisement",1,1,1 ], "consultation; deliberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adviser",1,1,1 ], "a person who advises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adviser",1,1,2 ], "a person responsible for advising students on academic matters, career" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adviser",1,1,2 ], "guidance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adviser",1,1,3 ], "a subject specialist who advises heads of schools on current teaching methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adviser",1,1,3 ], "and facilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advisory",1,1,1 ], "giving advice; empowered to make recommendations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocaat",1,1,1 ], "a liqueur having a raw egg base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocacy",1,1,1 ], "active support, esp| of a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocate",1,2,1 ], "to support or recommend publicly; plead for or speak in favour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocate",1,3,1 ], "a person who upholds or defends a cause; supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocate",1,3,2 ], "a person who intercedes on behalf of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocate",1,3,3 ], "a person who pleads his client's cause in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocate",1,3,4 ], "the usual word for counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocation",1,1,1 ], "court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "advocation",1,1,1 ], "the transfer to itself by a superior court of an action pending in a lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advocatus diaboli",1,1,1 ], "another name for the devil's advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advowson",1,1,1 ], "the right of presentation to a vacant benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "advt|",1,1,1 ], "advertisement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adv|",1,1,1 ], "adverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adv|",1,1,2 ], "adverbial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adv|",1,1,3 ], "adversus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adv|",1,1,4 ], "advertisement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adv|",1,1,5 ], "advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adv|dogleg" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a sharp bend or angle",1). c_DEF([ "adv|dogleg" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"something with a sharp bend",1). c_DEF([ "adv|dogleg" ,1, 3, 1],"of or with the shape of a dogleg",1). c_DEF([ "adv|dogleg" ,1, 3, 1],"of or with the shape of a dogleg|?-doglegged (d$Agl$eg$Id, !d$Agl$egd)",1). c_DEF([ "adynamia",1,1,1 ], "debility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adynamia",1,1,1 ], "loss of vital power or strength, esp| as the result of illness; weakness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adytum",1,1,1 ], "prohibited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adytum",1,1,1 ], "the most sacred place of worship in an ancient temple from which the laity was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adze",1,1,1 ], "a heavy hand tool with a steel cutting blade attached at right angles to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adze",1,1,1 ], "wooden handle, used for dressing timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adzuki bean",1,1,1 ], "a papilionaceous plant, Phaseolus angularis, that has yellow flowers and pods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "adzuki bean",1,1,1 ], "containing edible brown seeds and is widely cultivated as a food crop in China and Japan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "adzuki bean",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeciospore",1,1,1 ], "any of the spores produced in an aecium of the rust fungi, which spread to and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeciospore",1,1,1 ], "infect the primary host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aecium",1,1,1 ], "a globular or cup-shaped structure in some rust fungi in which aeciospores are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aecium",1,1,1 ], "produced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aedes",1,1,1 ], "any mosquito of the genus Aedes (formerly Stegomyia) of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aedes",1,1,1 ], "subtropical regions, esp| A| aegypti, which transmits yellow fever and dengue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aedile" ,1, 1, 1],"a magistrate of ancient Rome in charge of public works, games, buildings, and",1). c_DEF([ "aedile" ,1, 1, 1],"roads",2). c_DEF([ "aegis" ,1, 1, 1],"sponsorship or protection; auspices (esp| in the phrase under the aegis of)",1). c_DEF([ "aegis" ,1, 1, 2],"the shield of Zeus, often represented in art as a goatskin",1). c_DEF([ "aegrotat",1,1,1 ], "(in British and certain other universities) a certificate allowing a candidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aegrotat",1,1,1 ], "to pass an examination although he has missed part of it through illness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aegrotat",1,1,2 ], "a degree obtained in such circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeneous",1,1,1 ], "of a lustrous bronze colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeolian harp",1,1,1 ], "a stringed instrument that produces a musical sound when a current of air or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeolian harp",1,1,1 ], "wind passes over the strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeolipile",1,1,1 ], "a device illustrating the reactive forces of a gas jet: usually a spherical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeolipile",1,1,1 ], "vessel mounted so as to rotate and equipped with angled exit pipes from which steam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeolipile",1,1,1 ], "within it escapes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aeolotropic",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for anisotropic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeon",1,1,1 ], "an immeasurably long period of time; age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeon",1,1,2 ], "the longest division of geological time, comprising two or more eras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeon",1,1,3 ], "demiurge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeon",1,1,3 ], "one of the powers emanating from the supreme being and culminating in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeonian",1,1,1 ], "everlasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aepyornis",1,1,1 ], "any of the large extinct flightless birds of the genus Aepyornis, remains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aepyornis",1,1,1 ], "which have been found in Madagascar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aer-",1,1,1 ], "variant of aero- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerate",1,1,1 ], "effervescent drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerate",1,1,1 ], "to charge (a liquid) with a gas, esp| carbon dioxide, as in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerate",1,1,2 ], "to expose to the action or circulation of the air, so as to purify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeri-",1,1,1 ], "variant of aero-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial ladder",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for turntable ladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial perspective",1,1,1 ], "(in painting and drawing) a means of indicating relative distance in terms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial perspective",1,1,1 ], "a gradation of clarity, tone, and colour, esp| blue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,1,2 ], "existing, occurring, moving, or operating in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,1,3 ], "ethereal; light and delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,1,4 ], "imaginary; visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,1,5 ], "extending high into the air; lofty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,2,1 ], "a dipole, Yagi, long-wire, or vertical aerial, by means of which radio waves are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,2,1 ], "the part of a radio or television system having any of various shapes, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerial",1,2,1 ], "transmitted or received" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aerialist",1,1,1 ], "a trapeze artist or tightrope walker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerie",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of eyrie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeriform",1,1,1 ], "having the form of air; gaseous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeriform",1,1,2 ], "unsubstantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerify",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change into a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerify",1,1,2 ], "to mix or combine with air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aero engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine for powering an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aero",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of or relating to aircraft or aeronautics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aero-",1,1,1 ], "denoting air, atmosphere, or gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aero-",1,1,2 ], "denoting aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeroballistics",1,1,1 ], "the ballistics of projectiles dropped, launched, or fired from aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerobatics",1,1,1 ], "aircraft or glider; stunt flying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerobatics",1,1,1 ], "spectacular or dangerous manoeuvres, such as loops or rolls, performed in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerobe",1,1,1 ], "an organism that requires free oxygen or air for respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerobic",1,1,1 ], "(of an organism or process) depending on free oxygen or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerobic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to aerobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerobiology",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerobiology",1,1,1 ], "the study of airborne microorganisms, spores, etc|, esp| those causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerobiosis",1,1,1 ], "life in the presence of free oxygen| &-aerobiotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerodonetics",1,1,1 ], "the study of soaring or gliding flight, esp| the study of gliders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerodrome",1,1,1 ], "a landing area, esp| for private aircraft, that is usually smaller than an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerodrome",1,1,1 ], "airport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerodynamics",1,1,1 ], "passing through air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the dynamics of gases, esp| of the forces acting on a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerodyne",1,1,1 ], "any heavier-than-air machine, such as an aircraft, that derives the greater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerodyne",1,1,1 ], "part of its lift from aerodynamic forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeroembolism",1,1,1 ], "and substantial reduction in atmospheric pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeroembolism",1,1,1 ], "the presence in the tissues and blood of nitrogen bubbles, caused by an abrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerofoil",1,1,1 ], "a surface, such as an aileron, wing, or tailplane, that is designed to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerofoil",1,1,1 ], "lift or to control an aircraft in flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerogel",1,1,1 ], "a colloid that has a continuous solid phase containing dispersed gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerogram",1,1,1 ], "an air-mail letter written on a single sheet of lightweight paper that folds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerogram",1,1,1 ], "and is sealed to form an envelope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerogram",1,1,2 ], "another name for radiotelegram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerography",1,1,1 ], "the description of the character of the atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerolite",1,1,1 ], "a stony meteorite consisting of silicate minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the atmosphere, including its upper layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeromechanic",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft mechanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeromechanic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to aeromechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeromechanics",1,1,1 ], "the mechanics of gases, esp| air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerometeorograph",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft instrument that records temperature, humidity, and atmospheric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerometeorograph",1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for determining the mass or density of a gas, esp| air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerometry",1,1,1 ], "another name for pneumatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeronaut",1,1,1 ], "a person who flies in a lighter-than-air craft, esp| the pilot or navigator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeronautical engineering",1,1,1 ], "maintenance of aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeronautical engineering",1,1,1 ], "the branch of engineering concerned with the design, production, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeronautical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to aeronauts or aeronautics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeronautics",1,1,1 ], "the study or practice of all aspects of flight through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeroneurosis",1,1,1 ], "a functional disorder of aeroplane pilots characterized by anxiety and various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeroneurosis",1,1,1 ], "psychosomatic disturbances, caused by insufficient oxygen at high altitudes and the emotional" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeroneurosis",1,1,1 ], "tension of flying" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aeron|",1,1,1 ], "aeronautics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeron|",1,1,2 ], "aeronautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeropause",1,1,1 ], "the region of the upper atmosphere above which aircraft cannot fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerophagia",1,1,1 ], "spasmodic swallowing of air, sometimes occurring in hysteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerophobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal fear of draughts of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerophyte",1,1,1 ], "another name for epiphyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeroplane cloth",1,1,1 ], "a strong fabric made from cotton, linen, and nylon yarns, used for some light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeroplane cloth",1,1,1 ], "aircraft fuselages and wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeroplane cloth",1,1,2 ], "a similar lightweight fabric used for clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeroplane spin",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling attack in which a wrestler lifts his opponent onto his shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aeroplane spin",1,1,1 ], "and spins around, leaving the opponent dizzy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aeroplane",1,1,1 ], "a heavier-than-air powered flying vehicle with fixed wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerosol",1,1,1 ], "a colloidal dispersion of solid or liquid particles in a gas; smoke or fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerosol",1,1,2 ], "a substance, such as a paint, polish, or insecticide, dispensed from a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerosol",1,1,2 ], "metal container by a propellant under pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerosol",1,1,3 ], "such a substance together with its container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerospace",1,1,1 ], "the atmosphere and space beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerospace",1,1,2 ], "in aerospace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerospace",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to rockets, missiles, space vehicles, etc|, that fly or operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerosphere",1,1,1 ], "the entire atmosphere surrounding the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerostat",1,1,1 ], "a lighter-than-air craft, such as a balloon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerostatics",1,1,1 ], "the study of gases in equilibrium and bodies held in equilibrium in gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerostatics",1,1,2 ], "the study of lighter-than-air craft, such as balloons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerostation",1,1,1 ], "the science of operating lighter-than-air craft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerothermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "heating effect on aircraft flying through the air at very high speeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aerothermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the exchange of heat between solids and gases, esp| of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aerugo",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of old bronze) another name for verdigris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aery",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of airy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aery",1,1,2 ], "lofty, insubstantial, or visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aery",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of eyrie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the normal ability to experience sensation, perception, or sensitivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aesthete",1,1,1 ], "a person who has or who affects a highly developed appreciation of beauty," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aesthete",1,1,1 ], "esp| in poetry and the visual arts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aesthetic",1,1,1 ], "aesthetical or U|S| esthetic, estheticaladj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aesthetic",1,1,2 ], "connected with aesthetics or its principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aesthetic",1,1,3 ], "a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aesthetic",1,1,4 ], "relating to pure beauty rather than to other considerations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aesthetic",1,1,4,2 ], "artistic or relating to good taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aestheticism" ,1, 1, 1],"the doctrine that aesthetic principles are of supreme importance and that",1). c_DEF([ "aestheticism" ,1, 1, 1],"works of art should be judged accordingly",2). c_DEF([ "aestheticism" ,1, 1, 2],"sensitivity to beauty, esp| in art, music, literature, etc",1). c_DEF([ "aesthetics" ,1, 1, 1],"taste, etc",2). c_DEF([ "aesthetics" ,1, 1, 1],"the branch of philosophy concerned with the study of such concepts as beauty,",1). c_DEF([ "aesthetics" ,1, 1, 2],"the study of the rules and principles of art",1). c_DEF([ "aestival",1,1,1 ], "of or occurring in summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aestivate",1,1,1 ], "to pass the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aestivate",1,1,2 ], "(of animals such as the lungfish) to pass the summer or dry season in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aestivate",1,1,2 ], "dormant condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aestivation",1,1,1 ], "the act or condition of aestivating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aestivation",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of the parts of a flower bud, esp| the sepals and petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aether",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ether 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aethereal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ethereal 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aetiology",1,1,1 ], "the philosophy or study of causation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aetiology",1,1,2 ], "the study of the causes of diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aetiology",1,1,3 ], "the cause of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aet|",1,1,1 ], "aetatis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ae|",1,1,1 ], "aetatis| Latin: at the age of; aged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afar",1,1,1 ], "at, from, or to a great distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afar",1,2,1 ], "a great distance (esp| in the phrase from afar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afeard",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for afraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afebrile",1,1,1 ], "without fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affable",1,1,1 ], "showing warmth and friendliness; kindly; mild; benign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affable",1,1,2 ], "easy to converse with; approachable; amicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affair",1,1,1 ], "a thing to be done or attended to; matter; business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affair",1,1,2 ], "an event or happening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affair",1,1,3 ], "something previously specified, esp| a man-made object; thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affair",1,1,4 ], "a sexual relationship between two people who are not married to each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affaire d'honneur",1,1,1 ], "a duel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affaire",1,1,1 ], "a love affair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affairs",1,1,1 ], "personal or business interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affairs",1,1,2 ], "matters of public interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",1,2,1 ], "to act upon or influence, esp| in an adverse way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",1,2,2 ], "to move or disturb emotionally or mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",1,2,3 ], "(of pain, disease, etc|) to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",1,3,1 ], "the emotion associated with an idea or set of ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",2,1,1 ], "to put on an appearance or show of; make a pretence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",2,1,2 ], "to imitate or assume, esp| pretentiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",2,1,3 ], "to have or use by preference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",2,1,4 ], "to adopt the character, manner, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",2,1,5 ], "(of plants or animals) to live or grow in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affect",2,1,6 ], "to incline naturally or habitually towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affectation",1,1,1 ], "an assumed manner of speech, dress, or behaviour, esp| one that is intended to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affectation",1,1,1 ], "impress others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affectation",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by of) deliberate pretence or false display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affected",1,1,1 ], "deeply moved, esp| by sorrow or grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affected",1,1,2 ], "changed, esp| detrimentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affected",2,1,1 ], "behaving, speaking, etc|, in an artificial or assumed way, esp| in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affected",2,1,1 ], "impress others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affected",2,1,2 ], "feigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affected",2,1,3 ], "inclined; disposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affecting",1,1,1 ], "evoking feelings of pity, sympathy, or pathos; moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affection",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of fondness or tenderness for a person or thing; attachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affection",1,1,2 ], "emotion, feeling, or sentiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affection",1,1,3 ], "any disease or pathological condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affection",1,1,4 ], "any form of mental functioning that involves emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affection",1,1,5 ], "the act of affecting or the state of being affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affection",1,1,6 ], "inclination or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affectionate",1,1,1 ], "having or displaying tender feelings, affection, or warmth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affective",1,1,1 ], "relating to affects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affective",1,2,1 ], "concerned with or arousing the emotions or affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affenpinscher",1,1,1 ], "a small wire-haired breed of dog of European origin, having tufts of hair on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affenpinscher",1,1,1 ], "the muzzle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afferent",1,1,1 ], "bringing or directing inwards to a part or an organ of the body, esp| towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afferent",1,1,1 ], "the brain or spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affettuoso",1,2,1 ], "with feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiance",1,1,1 ], "to bind (a person or oneself) in a promise of marriage; betroth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiance",1,2,1 ], "a solemn pledge, esp| a marriage contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiant",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes an affidavit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiche",1,1,1 ], "a poster or advertisement, esp| one drawn by an artist, as for the opening of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiche",1,1,1 ], "an exhibition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affidavit",1,1,1 ], "a declaration in writing made upon oath before a person authorized to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affidavit",1,1,1 ], "administer oaths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affiliate",1,2,1 ], "organization, etc|); adopt as a member, branch, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affiliate",1,2,1 ], "to receive into close connection or association (with a larger body, group," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiliate",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by with) to associate (oneself) or be associated, esp| as a subordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiliate",1,2,2 ], "or subsidiary; bring or come into close connection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affiliate",1,3,1,1 ], "a person or organization that is affiliated with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiliate",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiliation order",1,1,1 ], "an illegitimate child shall contribute a specified periodic sum towards the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affiliation order",1,1,1 ], "an order made by a magistrates' court that a man adjudged to be the father of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiliation order",1,1,1 ], "child's maintenance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "affiliation proceedings",1,1,1 ], "for financial support" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "affiliation proceedings",1,1,1 ], "legal proceedings, usually initiated by an unwed mother, claiming legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affiliation proceedings",1,1,1 ], "recognition that a particular man is the father of her child, often associated with a claim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affine",1,1,1 ], "of, characterizing, or involving a transformation that has a combination of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affine",1,1,1 ], "single transformations, such as translation, rotation, and reflection in an axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affined",1,1,1 ], "closely related; connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,1 ], "a natural liking, taste, or inclination for a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,2 ], "the person or thing so liked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,3 ], "a close similarity in appearance or quality; inherent likeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,4 ], "relationship by marriage or by ties other than of blood, as by adoption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,5 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,5 ], "similarity in structure, form, etc|, between different animals, plants, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,5,1 ], "the force holding atoms together in a molecule; chemical attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,5,2 ], "a measure of the tendency of a chemical reaction to take place expressed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affinity",1,1,5,2 ], "terms of the free energy change| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affirm",1,1,1 ], "to declare to be true; assert positively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirm",1,1,2 ], "to uphold, confirm, or ratify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirm",1,2,1 ], "to make an affirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmation",1,1,1 ], "the act of affirming or the state of being affirmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmation",1,1,2 ], "a statement of the existence or truth of something; assertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmation",1,1,3 ], "a solemn declaration permitted on grounds of conscientious objection to taking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmation",1,1,3 ], "an oath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,1,1 ], "confirming or asserting something as true or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,1,2 ], "indicating agreement or assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,1,3 ], "(of a proposition) affirming the truth of the predicate, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,1,3 ], "propositions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,1,4 ], "all living birds have feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,1,5 ], "some men are married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,2,1 ], "a positive assertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,2,2 ], "a word or phrase stating agreement or assent, such as yes (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,2,2 ], "answer in the affirmative)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,2,3 ], "a proposition that affirms the truth of the predicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,2,4 ], "proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,2,4 ], "the affirmative| Chiefly U|S| the side in a debate that supports the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affirmative",1,3,1 ], "Military, etc| a signal codeword used to express assent or confirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affix",1,2,1 ], "to attach, fasten, join, or stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affix",1,2,2 ], "to add or append" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affix",1,2,3 ], "to attach or attribute (guilt, blame, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affix",1,3,1 ], "a linguistic element added to a word or root to produce a derived or inflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affix",1,3,1 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affix",1,3,2 ], "something fastened or attached; appendage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afflatus",1,1,1 ], "an impulse of creative power or inspiration, esp| in poetry, considered to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afflatus",1,1,1 ], "of divine origin (esp| in the phrase divine afflatus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afflict",1,1,1 ], "to cause suffering or unhappiness to; distress greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affliction",1,1,1 ], "a condition of great distress, pain, or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affliction",1,1,2 ], "grief, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affliction",1,1,2 ], "something responsible for physical or mental suffering, such as a disease," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affluence",1,1,1 ], "an abundant supply of money, goods, or property; wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affluence",1,1,2 ], "abundance or profusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affluent",1,1,1 ], "rich; wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affluent",1,1,2 ], "abundant; copious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affluent",1,1,3 ], "flowing freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affluent",1,2,1 ], "a tributary stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afflux",1,1,1 ], "a flowing towards a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afford",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by can, could, etc|) to be able to do or spare something, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afford",1,1,1 ], "without incurring financial difficulties or without risk of undesirable consequences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afford",1,1,2 ], "to give, yield, or supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afforest",1,1,1 ], "to plant trees on convert into forested land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affranchise",1,1,1 ], "to release from servitude or an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affray",1,1,1 ], "a fight, noisy quarrel, or disturbance between two or more persons in a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affray",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affray",1,2,1 ], "to frighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affreightment",1,1,1 ], "a contract hiring a ship to carry goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affricate",1,1,1 ], "a composite speech sound consisting of a stop and a fricative articulated at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affricate",1,1,1 ], "the same point, such as the sound written ch, as in chair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "affricative",1,1,1 ], "another word for affricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affricative",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting an affricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affright",1,1,1 ], "to frighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affright",1,2,1 ], "a sudden terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affront",1,1,1 ], "a deliberate insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affront",1,2,1 ], "to insult, esp| openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affront",1,2,2 ], "to offend the pride or dignity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affront",1,2,3 ], "to confront defiantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "affusion",1,1,1 ], "the baptizing of a person by pouring water onto his head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afghan",1,1,1 ], "a knitted or crocheted wool blanket or shawl, esp| one with a geometric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afghan",1,1,1 ], "pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afghan",1,1,2 ], "a sheepskin coat, often embroidered and having long fur trimming around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afghan",1,1,2 ], "edges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afghani",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Afghanistan, divided into 100 puls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aficionado",1,1,1 ], "an ardent supporter or devotee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aficionado",1,1,2 ], "a devotee of bullfighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afield",1,2,1 ], "away from one's usual surroundings or home (esp| in the phrase far afield)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afield",1,2,2 ], "off the subject; away from the point (esp| in the phrase far afield)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afield",1,2,3 ], "in or to the field, esp| the battlefield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afire",1,2,1 ], "on fire; ablaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afire",1,2,2 ], "intensely interested or passionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aflame",1,2,1 ], "in flames; ablaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aflame",1,2,2 ], "deeply aroused, as with passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aflame",1,2,3 ], "(of the face) red or inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aflatoxin",1,1,1 ], "a toxin produced by the fungus Aspergillus flavus growing on peanuts, maize," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aflatoxin",1,1,1 ], "etc|, thought to cause liver disease (esp| cancer) in man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afloat",1,2,1 ], "floating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afloat",1,2,2 ], "aboard ship; at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afloat",1,2,3 ], "covered with water; flooded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afloat",1,2,4 ], "aimlessly drifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afloat",1,2,5 ], "in circulation; afoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afloat",1,2,6 ], "free of debt; solvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aflutter",1,2,1 ], "in or into a nervous or excited state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afoot",1,2,1 ], "in circulation or operation; astir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afoot",1,2,2 ], "on or by foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afore",1,3,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aforementioned",1,1,1 ], "(chiefly in legal documents) stated or mentioned before or already" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aforesaid",1,1,1 ], "(chiefly in legal documents) spoken of or referred to previously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aforethought",1,1,1 ], "premeditated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aforethought",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in the phrase malice aforethought)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afoul",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) in or into a state of difficulty, confusion, or conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afoul",1,2,1 ], "(with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afoul",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by of) in or into an entanglement or collision (with)(often in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afoul",1,2,2 ], "the phrase run afoul of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afraid",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) feeling fear or apprehension; frightened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afraid",1,1,2 ], "reluctant (to do something), as through fear or timidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afraid",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afraid",1,1,4 ], "used to lessen the effect of an unpleasant statement) regretful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afreet",1,1,1 ], "a powerful evil demon or giant monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afresh",1,1,1 ], "once more; once again; anew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afrit",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of afreet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afrormosia",1,1,1 ], "a hard teaklike wood obtained from tropical African trees of the leguminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afrormosia",1,1,1 ], "genus Pericopsis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aft",1,2,1 ], "towards or at the stern or rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,1 ], "following in time; in succession to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,10 ], "past (the hour of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,11 ], "after all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,11,1 ], "when everything is considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,11,2 ], "in spite of expectations, efforts, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,12 ], "after you| please go, enter, etc|, before me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,2 ], "following in space; behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,3 ], "in pursuit or search of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,4 ], "concerning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,5 ], "considering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,6 ], "next in excellence or importance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,7 ], "in imitation of; in the manner of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,8 ], "in accordance with or in conformity to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,1,9 ], "with a name derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,2,1 ], "at a later time; afterwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,2,2 ], "coming afterwards; in pursuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,2,3 ], "further aft; sternwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,3,1 ], "at a time later than that at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "after",1,4,1 ], "further aft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterbirth",1,1,1 ], "offspring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterbirth",1,1,1 ], "the placenta and fetal membranes expelled from the uterus after the birth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterbody",1,1,1 ], "any discarded part that continues to trail a satellite, rocket, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterbody",1,1,1 ], "orbit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterbrain",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for myelencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterburner",1,1,1 ], "a device in the exhaust system of an internal-combustion engine for removing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterburner",1,1,1 ], "or rendering harmless potentially dangerous components in the exhaust gases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterburner",1,1,2 ], "a device placed in the jet pipe of an aircraft jet engine to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterburner",1,1,2 ], "afterburning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterburning",1,1,1 ], "a process in which additional fuel is ignited in the exhaust gases of a jet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterburning",1,1,1 ], "engine to produce additional thrust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterburning",1,1,2 ], "irregular burning of fuel in a rocket motor after the main burning has ceased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterburning",1,1,3 ], "incorrect part of the cycle or after the ignition has been switched off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterburning",1,1,3 ], "persistence of combustion in an internal-combustion engine, either in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftercare",1,1,1 ], "the care of a patient recovering from a serious illness or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterdamp",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous gas, consisting mainly of carbon monoxide, formed after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterdamp",1,1,1 ], "explosion of firedamp in coal mines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterdeck",1,1,1 ], "the unprotected deck behind the bridge of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftereffect",1,1,1 ], "any result occurring some time after its cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftereffect",1,1,2 ], "any delayed response to a stimulus or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterglow",1,1,1 ], "sunset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterglow",1,1,1 ], "the glow left after a light has disappeared, such as that sometimes seen after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterglow",1,1,2 ], "the glow of an incandescent metal after the source of heat has been removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterglow",1,1,3 ], "luminescence persisting in a gas discharge after the source of power has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterglow",1,1,3 ], "removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterglow",1,1,4 ], "a trace, impression, etc|, of past emotion, brilliance,etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterheat",1,1,1 ], "by residual radioactivity in the fuel elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterheat",1,1,1 ], "the heat generated in a nuclear reactor after it has been shut down, produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterimage",1,1,1 ], "a sustained or renewed sensation, esp| visual, after the original stimulus has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterimage",1,1,1 ], "ceased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterlife",1,1,1 ], "life after death or at a later time in a person's lifetime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftermath",1,1,1 ], "catastrophe or disaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aftermath",1,1,1 ], "signs or results of an event or occurrence considered collectively, esp| of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftermath",1,1,2 ], "a second mowing or crop of grass from land that has already yielded one crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftermath",1,1,2 ], "earlier in the same year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aftermost",1,1,1 ], "closer or closest to the rear or (in a vessel) the stern; last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afternoon",1,1,1,1 ], "the period of the day between noon and evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afternoon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afternoon",1,1,2 ], "a middle or later part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afternoons",1,1,1 ], "during the afternoon, esp| regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterpains",1,1,1 ], "cramplike pains caused by contraction of the uterus after childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterpiece",1,1,1 ], "a brief usually comic dramatic piece presented after a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afters",1,1,1 ], "dessert; sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftersensation",1,1,1 ], "another word for afterimage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftershaft",1,1,1 ], "a secondary feather arising near the base of a contour feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftershave lotion",1,1,1 ], "a lotion, usually styptic and perfumed, for application to the face after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftershave lotion",1,1,1 ], "shaving| Often shortened to aftershave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aftershock",1,1,1 ], "earthquake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aftershock",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of minor tremors occurring after the main shock of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftertaste",1,1,1 ], "a taste that lingers on after eating or drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aftertaste",1,1,2 ], "a lingering impression or sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterthought",1,1,1 ], "a comment, reply, etc|, that occurs to one after the opportunity to deliver it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterthought",1,1,1 ], "has passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "afterthought",1,1,2 ], "an addition to something already completed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterwards",1,1,1 ], "after an earlier event or time; subsequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterword",1,1,1 ], "an epilogue or postscript in a book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "afterworld",1,1,1 ], "a world inhabited after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aga",1,1,1 ], "(in the Ottoman Empire) a title of respect, often used with the title of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aga",1,1,1 ], "senior position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aga",1,1,2 ], "a military commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,1 ], "another or second time; once more; anew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,2 ], "condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,2 ], "once more in a previously experienced or encountered place, state, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,3 ], "in addition to the original amount, quantity, etc| (esp| in the phrases as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,3 ], "much again; half as much again)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,4 ], "on the other hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,5 ], "besides; also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,6 ], "in reply; back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,7 ], "again and again| continuously; repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,1,8 ], "any more; any longer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "again",1,2,1 ], "moreover; furthermore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,1 ], "opposed to; in conflict or disagreement with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,2 ], "standing or leaning beside or in front of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,3 ], "coming in contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,4 ], "in contrast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,5 ], "having an adverse or unfavourable effect on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,6 ], "as a protection from or means of defence from the adverse effects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,7 ], "in exchange for or in return for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,8 ], "in preparation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "against",1,1,9 ], "as against| as opposed to or as compared with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agalloch",1,1,1 ], "another name for eaglewood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agama",1,1,1 ], "any small terrestrial lizard of the genus Agama, which inhabit warm regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agama",1,1,1 ], "the Old World: family Agamidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agama",1,1,2 ], "Australia and show a wide range of habits and diversity of structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agama",1,1,2 ], "any other lizard of the family Agamidae, which occur in the Old World and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agamete",1,1,1 ], "a reproductive cell, such as the merozoite of some protozoans, that develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agamete",1,1,1 ], "into a new form without fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agamic",1,1,1 ], "asexual; occurring or reproducing without fertilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agamogenesis",1,1,1 ], "asexual reproduction, such as fission or parthenogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agapanthus",1,1,1 ], "any African liliaceous plant of the genus Agapanthus, esp| the African lily," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agapanthus",1,1,1 ], "with rounded clusters of blue or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agape",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the mouth) wide open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agape",1,1,2 ], "very surprised, expectant, or eager, esp| as indicated by a wide open mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agar",1,1,1 ], "a complex gelatinous carbohydrate obtained from seaweeds, esp| those of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agar",1,1,1 ], "genus Gelidium, used as a culture medium for bacteria, a laxative, in food, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agaric",1,1,1 ], "any saprophytic basidiomycetous fungus of the family Agaricaceae, having gills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agaric",1,1,1 ], "forms such as the fly agaric" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "agaric",1,1,1 ], "on the underside of the cap| The group includes the edible mushrooms and poisonous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agaric",1,1,2 ], "(or Boletus laricis), formerly used in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agaric",1,1,2 ], "the dried spore-producing bodies of certain fungi, esp| Polyphorus officinalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agate line",1,1,1 ], "a measure of advertising space, one column wide and one fourteenth of an inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agate line",1,1,1 ], "deep| Sometimes shortened to line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agate",1,1,1 ], "an impure microcrystalline form of quartz consisting of a variegated, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agate",1,1,1 ], "and polishers| Formula: SiO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "agate",1,1,1 ], "banded chalcedony, used as a gemstone and in making pestles and mortars, burnishers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agate",1,1,2 ], "a playing marble of this quartz or resembling it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agate",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| name for ruby ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agateware",1,1,1 ], "ceramic ware made to resemble agate or marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agave",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Agave native to tropical America with tall flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agave",1,1,1 ], "of fibres such as sisal or of alcoholic beverages such as pulque and tequila" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "agave",1,1,1 ], "stalks rising from thick fleshy leaves: family Agavaceae|Some species are the source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agcy|",1,1,1 ], "agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "age hardening",1,1,1 ], "the hardening of metals by spontaneous structural changes over a period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "age hardening",1,1,1 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "age of consent",1,1,1 ], "consent to marriage or sexual intercourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "age of consent",1,1,1 ], "the age at which a person, esp| a female, is considered legally competent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 10],"of age| adult and legally responsible for one's actions (usually at 18 or 21",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 10],"years)",2). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 1],"live",2). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 1],"the period of time that a person, animal, or plant has lived or is expected to",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a period or state of human life",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 2],"the period of existence of an object, material, group, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a period of history marked by some feature or characteristic; era",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"the Middle Ages; the Space Age",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 3],"the latter part of life",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a period of the earth's history distinguished by special characteristics",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"epoch",2). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"the period during which a stage of rock strata is formed; a subdivision of an",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 4],"generation",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 5],"according to Hesiod, the golden, silver, bronze, heroic, and iron ages",2). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 5],"any of the successive periods in the legendary history of man, which were,",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 6],"a relatively long time",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 7],"as mental or emotional, compared with the normal level for his chronological age",2). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 7],"the level in years that a person has reached in any area of development, such",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 8],"age before beauty",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 9],"(often said humorously when yielding precedence) older people take precedence",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 1, 9],"over younger people",2). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 2, 1],"es, ageing or aging, aged",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 2, 2],"to grow or make old or apparently old; become or cause to become old or aged",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 2, 3],"to begin to seem older",1). c_DEF([ "age" ,1, 2, 4],"to mature or cause to mature",1). c_DEF([ "age-old",1,1,1 ], "very old or of long duration; ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aged",1,1,1,1 ], "advanced in years; old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aged",1,1,1,2 ], "the aged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aged",1,1,2 ], "of, connected with, or characteristic of old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aged",1,1,3 ], "(e$Id#fd)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aged",1,2,1 ], "having the age of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aged",1,2,2 ], "having reached an advanced stage of erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agee",1,1,1 ], "and Brit| dialect| awry, crooked, or ajar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ageless",1,1,1 ], "apparently never growing old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ageless",1,1,2 ], "timeless; eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agency",1,1,1 ], "a business or other organization providing a specific service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agency",1,1,2 ], "the place where an agent conducts business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agency",1,1,3 ], "the business, duties, or functions of an agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agency",1,1,4 ], "action, power, or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agency",1,1,5 ], "intercession or mediation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agency",1,1,6 ], "one of the administrative organizations of a government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agenda",1,1,1 ], "a schedule or list of items to be attended to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agenda",1,1,2 ], "matters to be attended to, as at a meeting of a committee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agenesis",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal or plant) imperfect development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agenesis",1,1,2 ], "impotence or sterility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent of production",1,1,1 ], "another name for factor of production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent provocateur",1,1,1 ], "a secret agent employed to provoke suspected persons to commit illegal acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent provocateur",1,1,1 ], "and so be discredited or liable to punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,1 ], "a person who acts on behalf of another person, group, business, government," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,1 ], "etc|; representative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that acts or has the power to act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,3 ], "a phenomenon, substance, or organism that exerts some force or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,4 ], "the means by which something occurs or is achieved; instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,5 ], "a person representing a business concern, esp| a travelling salesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,6 ], "short for estate agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent",1,1,7 ], "short for secret agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agent-general",1,1,1 ], "a representative in London of a Canadian province or an Australian state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agentive",1,1,1 ], "(in some inflected languages) denoting a case of nouns, etc|, indicating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agentive",1,1,1 ], "agent described by the verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agentive",1,1,2 ], "(of a speech element) indicating agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agentive",1,2,1,1 ], "the agentive case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agentive",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or element in the agentive case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ageratum",1,1,1 ], "A| conyzoides, which have thick clusters of purplish-blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ageratum",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American plant of the genus Ageratum, such as A| houstonianum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agger",1,1,1 ], "an earthwork or mound forming a rampart, esp| in a Roman military camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggiornamento",1,1,1 ], "the process of bringing up to date methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglomerate",1,1,1 ], "to form or be formed into a mass or cluster; collect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglomerate",1,2,1 ], "a confused mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglomerate",1,2,2 ], "a volcanic rock consisting of angular fragments within a groundmass of lava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglomerate",1,3,1 ], "formed into a mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinate",1,1,1 ], "to cause to adhere, as with glue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinate",1,1,2 ], "to combine or be combined by agglutination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinate",1,2,1 ], "to cause (bacteria, red blood cells, etc|) to clump together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinate",1,3,1 ], "united or stuck, as by glue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutination",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of agglutinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutination",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being agglutinated; adhesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutination",1,1,3 ], "a united mass or group of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutination",1,1,4 ], "the building up of words from component morphemes in such a way that these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutination",1,1,4 ], "undergo little or no change of form or meaning in the process of combination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinative",1,1,1 ], "tending to join or capable of joining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinative",1,1,2 ], "agglutination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinative",1,1,2 ], "denoting languages, such as Hungarian, whose morphology is characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinin",1,1,1 ], "an antibody that causes agglutination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinogen",1,1,1 ], "agglutinin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agglutinogen",1,1,1 ], "an antigen that reacts with or stimulates the formation of a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggrade",1,1,1 ], "to build up the level of (any land surface) by the deposition of sediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggrandize",1,1,1 ], "to increase the power, wealth, prestige, scope, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggrandize",1,1,2 ], "to cause (something) to seem greater; magnify; exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggravate" ,1, 1, 1],"to make (a disease, situation, problem, etc|) worse or more severe",1). c_DEF([ "aggravate" ,1, 1, 2],"to annoy; exasperate",1). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,1,1 ], "formed of separate units collected into a whole; collective; corporate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,1,2 ], "(of fruits and flowers) composed of a dense cluster of carpels or florets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,2,1 ], "a sum or assemblage of many separate units; sum total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,2,2 ], "a rock, such as granite, consisting of a mixture of minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,2,3 ], "the sand, etc|, mixed with cement and water to make concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,2,4 ], "in the aggregate| taken as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,3,1 ], "to combine or be combined into a body, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggregate",1,4,1 ], "to amount to (a number)|aggregately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggress",1,1,1 ], "to attack first or begin a quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggression",1,1,1 ], "an attack or harmful action, esp| an unprovoked attack by one country against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggression",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aggression",1,1,2 ], "any offensive activity, practice, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggression",1,1,3 ], "a hostile or destructive mental attitude or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggressive",1,1,1 ], "quarrelsome or belligerent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggressive",1,1,2 ], "assertive; vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggrieve",1,1,1 ], "to grieve; distress; afflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggrieve",1,1,2 ], "to injure unjustly, esp| by infringing a person's legal rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aggro",1,1,1 ], "aggressive behaviour, esp| by youths in a gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agha",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of aga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aghast",1,1,1 ], "overcome with amazement or horror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agile",1,1,1 ], "quick in movement; nimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agile",1,1,2 ], "mentally quick or acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agio",1,1,1,1 ], "the difference between the nominal and actual values of a currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agio",1,1,1,2 ], "the charge payable for conversion of the less valuable currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agio",1,1,2 ], "a percentage payable for the exchange of one currency into another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agio",1,1,3 ], "an allowance granted to compensate for differences in currency values, as on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agio",1,1,3 ], "foreign bills of exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agio",1,1,4 ], "an informal word for agiotage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agiotage",1,1,1 ], "the business of exchanging currencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agiotage",1,1,2 ], "speculative dealing in stock exchange securities or foreign exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agist",1,1,1 ], "to care for and feed (cattle or horses) for payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agist",1,1,2 ], "to assess and charge (land or its owner) with a public burden, such as a tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitate",1,1,1 ], "to excite, disturb, or trouble (a person, the mind or feelings); worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitate",1,2,1 ], "to cause to move vigorously; shake, stir, or disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitate",1,3,1 ], "to attempt to stir up public opinion for or against something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitate",1,4,1 ], "cause, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agitate",1,4,1 ], "to discuss or debate in order to draw attention to or gain support for (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitato",1,2,1 ], "in an agitated manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitator",1,1,1 ], "a person who agitates for or against a cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitator",1,1,2 ], "a device, machine, or part used for mixing, shaking, or vibrating a material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitprop",1,1,1 ], "a bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitprop",1,1,1 ], "in charge of agitation and propaganda on behalf of Communism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agitprop",1,1,2 ], "any promotion of political agitation and propaganda, esp| of a Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agitprop",1,1,2 ], "nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agleam",1,1,1 ], "glowing gleaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aglet",1,1,1 ], "a metal sheath or tag at the end of a shoelace, ribbon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aglet",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of aiguillette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aglet",1,1,3 ], "any ornamental pendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aglimmer",1,1,1 ], "glimmering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aglitter",1,1,1 ], "sparkling glittering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aglow",1,1,1 ], "glowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agma",1,1,1 ], "or tank (t&nk)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agma",1,1,1 ], "the symbol (&n), used to represent a velar nasal consonant, as in long (l$A&n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agminate",1,1,1 ], "gathered or clustered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnail",1,1,1 ], "another name for hangnail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnate",1,1,1 ], "related by descent from a common male ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnate",1,1,2 ], "related in any way; cognate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnate",1,2,1 ], "a male or female descendant by male links from a common male ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnomen",1,1,1 ], "the fourth name or second cognomen occasionally acquired by an ancient Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnomen",1,1,2 ], "another word for nickname" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnostic",1,1,1 ], "a Supreme Being, ultimate cause, etc|, is impossible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agnostic",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agnostic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to agnostics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ago",1,1,1 ], "in the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agog",1,1,1 ], "highly impatient, eager, or curious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agon",1,1,1 ], "a festival at which competitors contended for prizes|Among the best known were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agon",1,1,1 ], "the Olympic, Pythias, Nemean, and Isthmian Games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agone",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonic line",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary line on the surface of the earth connecting points of zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonic line",1,1,1 ], "magnetic declination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agonic",1,1,1 ], "forming no angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonist",1,1,1 ], "any muscle that is opposed in action by another muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonist",1,1,2 ], "a competitor, as in an agon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonistic",1,1,1 ], "striving for effect; strained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonistic",1,1,2 ], "eager to win in discussion or argument; competitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonize",1,1,1 ], "to suffer or cause to suffer agony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agonize",1,2,1 ], "to make a desperate effort; struggle; strive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agony column",1,1,1 ], "a newspaper column devoted to advertisements relating esp| to personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agony column",1,1,1 ], "problems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agony",1,1,1 ], "acute physical or mental pain; anguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agony",1,1,2 ], "the suffering or struggle preceding death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agony",1,1,3 ], "for sympathy or greater effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agony",1,1,3 ], "pile, put, or turn on the agony| Brit| informal| to exaggerate one's distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agora",1,1,1 ], "(often cap|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agora",1,1,1,1 ], "assembly in ancient Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agora",1,1,1,1 ], "the marketplace in Athens, used for popular meetings, or any similar place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agora",1,1,1,2 ], "the meeting itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agora",2,1,1 ], "an Israeli monetary unit worth one hundredth of a pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agoraphobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal dread of open spaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agouti",1,1,1 ], "and the West Indies: family Dasyproctidae|Agoutis are agile and long-legged, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agouti",1,1,1 ], "any hystricomorph rodent of the genus Dasyprocta, of Central and South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agouti",1,1,1 ], "hooflike claws, and are valued for their meat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "agouti",1,1,2 ], "a pattern of fur in certain rodents, characterized by irregular stripes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agraffe" ,1, 1, 1],"a fastening consisting of a loop and hook, formerly used in armour and",1). c_DEF([ "agraffe" ,1, 1, 1],"clothing",2). c_DEF([ "agraffe" ,1, 1, 2],"a metal cramp used to connect stones",1). c_DEF([ "agranulocytosis",1,1,1 ], "a serious and sometimes fatal illness characterized by a marked reduction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agranulocytosis",1,1,1 ], "leucocytes, usually caused by hypersensitivity to certain drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agrapha",1,1,1 ], "sayings of Jesus not recorded in the canonical Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agraphia",1,1,1 ], "loss of the ability to write, resulting from a brain lesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to land or its cultivation or to systems of dividing landed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrarian",1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agrarian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to rural or agricultural matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrarian",1,1,3 ], "(of plants) growing wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrarian",1,2,1 ], "a person who favours the redistribution of landed property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|)(often foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,2 ], "to be of the same opinion; concur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,3 ], "to give assent; consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,4 ], "to come to terms (about); arrive at a settlement (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by with) to be similar or consistent; harmonize; correspond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,6 ], "(foll| by with) to be agreeable or suitable (to one's health, temperament," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,6 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,1,7 ], "to undergo agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agree",1,2,1 ], "to concede or grant; admit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreeable",1,1,1 ], "pleasing; pleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreeable",1,1,2 ], "prepared to consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreeable",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to or with) in keeping; consistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreeable",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by to) to one's liking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreed",1,1,1 ], "determined by common consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreement",1,1,1 ], "the act of agreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreement",1,1,2 ], "a settlement, esp| one that is legally enforceable; covenant; treaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreement",1,1,3 ], "a contract or document containing such a settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreement",1,1,4 ], "the state of being of the same opinion; concord; harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreement",1,1,5 ], "the state of being similar or consistent; correspondence; conformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agreement",1,1,6 ], "feature, such as number or gender, of another word, esp| one in the same sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agreement",1,1,6 ], "the determination of the inflectional form of one word by some grammatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrestal",1,1,1 ], "(of uncultivated plants such as weeds) growing on cultivated land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrestic",1,1,1 ], "rural; rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrestic",1,1,2 ], "unpolished; uncouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agribusiness",1,1,1 ], "products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agribusiness",1,1,1 ], "the various businesses collectively that process, distribute, and support farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agriculture",1,1,1 ], "farming; husbandry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agriculture",1,1,1 ], "the science or occupation of cultivating land and rearing crops and livestock;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agric|",1,1,1 ], "agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agric|",1,1,2 ], "agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agric|",1,1,3 ], "agricultur(al)ist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrimony",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate rosaceous plants of the genus Agrimonia, which have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrimony",1,1,1 ], "compound leaves, long spikes of small yellow flowers, and bristly burlike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agrimony",1,1,2 ], "any of several other plants, such as hemp agrimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agro-",1,1,1 ], "denoting fields, soil, or agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrobiology",1,1,1 ], "the science of plant growth and nutrition in relation to agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of soils and their potential productivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agronomics",1,1,1 ], "productivity of land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agronomics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of economy dealing with the distribution, management, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agronomy",1,1,1 ], "the science of cultivation of land, soil management, and crop production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agron|",1,1,1 ], "agronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrostology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the study of grasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aground",1,2,1 ], "on or onto the ground or bottom, as in shallow water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrypnotic",1,1,1 ], "inducing, relating to, or characterized by insomnia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agrypnotic",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that induces insomnia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agr|",1,1,1 ], "agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agr|",1,1,2 ], "agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agr|",1,1,3 ], "agricultur(al)ist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agt|",1,1,1 ], "agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agt|",1,1,2 ], "agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aguardiente",1,1,1 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aguardiente",1,1,1 ], "any inferior brandy or similar spirit, esp| from Spain, Portugal, or South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ague",1,1,1 ], "malarial fever with successive stages of fever and chills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ague",1,1,2 ], "a fit of shivering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agueweed",1,1,1 ], "a North American gentianaceous plant, Gentiana quinquefolia, that has clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "agueweed",1,1,1 ], "of pale blue-violet or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "agueweed",1,1,2 ], "another name for boneset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ah",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation expressing pleasure, pain, sympathy, etc|, according to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ah",1,1,1 ], "intonation of the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aha",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation expressing triumph, surprise, etc|, according to the intonation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aha",1,1,1 ], "of the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,1,1 ], "in front; in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,1 ], "at or in the front; in advance; before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,2 ], "onwards; forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,3 ], "ahead of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,3,1 ], "in front of; at a further advanced position than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,3,2 ], "Stock Exchange| in anticipation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,4 ], "be ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,5 ], "to have an advantage; be winning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahead",1,2,6 ], "get ahead| to advance or attain success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahem",1,1,1 ], "a clearing of the throat, used to attract attention, express doubt, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahimsa",1,1,1 ], "(in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jainist philosophy) the law of reverence for, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahimsa",1,1,1 ], "nonviolence to, every form of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ahistorical",1,1,1 ], "not related to history; not historical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ahoy",1,1,1 ], "a hail used to call a ship or to attract attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ai",1,1,1 ], "another name for three-toed sloth (see sloth,1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,1,1 ], "to give support to (someone to do something); help or assist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,2,1 ], "to assist financially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,3,1 ], "assistance; help; support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,3,2 ], "a person, device, etc|, that helps or assists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,3,3 ], "(in medieval Europe; in England after 1066) a feudal payment made to the king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,3,3 ], "daughter or the knighting of an eldest son" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,3,3 ], "or any lord by his vassals, usually on certain occasions such as the marriage of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aid",1,3,4 ], "in aid of| Brit| informal| in support of; for the purpose of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aide",1,1,1 ], "short for aide-de-camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aide",1,1,2 ], "an assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aide-de-camp",1,1,1 ], "a military officer serving as personal assistant to a senior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aide-mmoire",1,1,1 ], "a memorandum or summary of the items of an agreement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aiglet",1,1,1 ], "a variant of aglet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aigrette",1,1,1 ], "a long plume worn on hats or as a headdress, esp| one of long egret feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aigrette",1,1,2 ], "an ornament or piece of jewellery in imitation of a plume of feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aiguille",1,1,1 ], "a rock mass or mountain peak shaped like a needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aiguille",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for boring holes in rocks or masonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aiguillette",1,1,1 ], "a metal tip or tag on loops of ornamental braid on military uniforms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aiguillette",1,1,2 ], "a variant of aglet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aikido",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese system of self-defence employing similar principles to judo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aikona",1,1,1 ], "an informal word expressing strong negation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ail",1,1,1 ], "to trouble; afflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ail",1,2,1 ], "to feel unwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ailanthus",1,1,1 ], "Europe and North America, having pinnate leaves, small greenish flowers, and winged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ailanthus",1,1,1 ], "an E Asian simaroubaceous deciduous tree, Ailanthus altissima, planted in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ailanthus",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aileron",1,1,1 ], "a flap hinged to the trailing edge of an aircraft wing to provide lateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aileron",1,1,1 ], "control, as in a bank or roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ailing",1,1,1 ], "unwell, esp| over a long period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ailment",1,1,1 ], "a slight but often persistent illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ailurophile",1,1,1 ], "a person who likes cats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ailurophobe",1,1,1 ], "a person who dislikes or is afraid of cats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,1,1 ], "or object; level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,1,1 ], "to point (a weapon, missile, etc|) or direct (a blow) at a particular person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,2,1 ], "to direct (satire, criticism, etc|) at a person, object, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,3,1 ], "to propose or intend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,4,1 ], "to direct one's efforts or strive (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,5,1 ], "the action of directing something at an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,5,2 ], "phrase to take aim)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,5,2 ], "the direction in which something is pointed; line of sighting (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,5,3 ], "the object at which something is aimed; target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aim",1,5,4 ], "intention; purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aimless",1,1,1 ], "having no goal, purpose, or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ain",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ain",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ayin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ain't" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of am not",1). c_DEF([ "ain't" ,1, 1, 2],"as not",1). c_DEF([ "air alert",1,1,1 ], "operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air alert",1,1,1 ], "the condition in which combat aircraft are airborne and ready for an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air alert",1,1,2 ], "a signal to prepare for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air bag",1,1,1 ], "a safety device in a car, consisting of a bag that inflates automatically in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air bag",1,1,1 ], "an accident and prevents the passengers from being thrown forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air base",1,1,1 ], "a centre from which military aircraft operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air bed",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable mattress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air bladder",1,1,1 ], "an air-filled sac, lying above the alimentary canal in bony fishes, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air bladder",1,1,1 ], "regulates buoyancy at different depths by a variation in the pressure of the air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air bladder",1,1,2 ], "any air-filled sac, such as one of the bladders of seaweeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air brake",1,1,1 ], "a brake operated by compressed air, esp| in heavy vehicles and trains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air brake",1,1,2 ], "an articulated flap or small parachute for reducing the speed of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air brake",1,1,3 ], "a rotary fan or propeller connected to a shaft to reduce its speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air bridge",1,1,1 ], "a link by air transport between two places, esp| two places separated by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air bridge",1,1,1 ], "stretch of sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air chief marshal",1,1,1 ], "a senior officer of the Royal Air Force and certain other air forces, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air chief marshal",1,1,1 ], "equivalent rank to admiral in the Royal Navy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air commodore",1,1,1 ], "a senior officer of the Royal Air Force and certain other air forces, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air commodore",1,1,1 ], "equivalent rank to brigadier in the Army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air conditioning",1,1,1 ], "a system or process for controlling the temperature and sometimes the humidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air conditioning",1,1,1 ], "and purity of the air in a house, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air corridor",1,1,1 ], "an air route along which aircraft are allowed to fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air cover",1,1,1,1 ], "the support of military forces by additional airborne units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air cover",1,1,1,2 ], "the aircraft providing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air curtain",1,1,1 ], "an air stream across a doorway to exclude draughts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air cushion",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable cushion, usually made of rubber or plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air cushion",1,1,2 ], "the pocket of air that supports a hovercraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air cushion",1,1,3 ], "a form of pneumatic suspension consisting of an enclosed volume of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air cylinder",1,1,1 ], "a cylinder containing air, esp| one fitted with a piston and used for damping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air cylinder",1,1,1 ], "purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air embolism",1,1,1 ], "another name for aeroembolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air force",1,1,1,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air force",1,1,1,1 ], "the branch of a nation's armed services primarily responsible for military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air force",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air force",1,1,2 ], "a formation in the U|S| and certain other air forces larger than an air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air force",1,1,2 ], "division but smaller than an air command" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air gas",1,1,1 ], "another name for producer gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air gun",1,1,1 ], "a gun discharged by means of compressed air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air hole",1,1,1 ], "a hole that allows the passage of air, esp| for ventilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air hole",1,1,2 ], "a section of open water in a frozen surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air hole",1,1,3 ], "a less common name for air pocket ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air hostess",1,1,1 ], "a stewardess on an airliner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air jacket",1,1,1 ], "an air-filled envelope or compartment surrounding a machine or part to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air jacket",1,1,1 ], "the rate at which heat is transferred to or from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air jacket",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for life jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air letter",1,1,1 ], "another name for aerogram ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air marshal",1,1,1 ], "Royal Navy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air marshal",1,1,1 ], "a senior Royal Air Force officer of equivalent rank to a vice admiral in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air marshal",1,1,2 ], "a Royal Australian Air Force officer of the highest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air mass",1,1,1 ], "a large body of air having characteristics of temperature, moisture, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air mass",1,1,1 ], "pressure that are approximately uniform horizontally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air mile",1,1,1 ], "another name for nautical mile ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air plant",1,1,1 ], "another name for epiphyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air pocket",1,1,1 ], "a localized region of low air density or a descending air current, causing an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air pocket",1,1,1 ], "aircraft to suffer an abrupt decrease in height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air pocket",1,1,2 ], "any pocket of air that prevents the flow of a liquid or gas, as in a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air power",1,1,1 ], "the strength of a nation's air force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air pump",1,1,1 ], "a device for pumping air in or out of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air raid",1,1,1,1 ], "an attack by hostile aircraft or missiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air raid",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air rifle",1,1,1 ], "a rifle discharged by compressed air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air sac",1,1,1 ], "any of the membranous air-filled extensions of the lungs of birds, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air sac",1,1,1 ], "increase the efficiency of gaseous exchange in the lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air sac",1,1,2 ], "any of the thin-walled extensions of the tracheae of insects having a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air sac",1,1,2 ], "function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air scoop",1,1,1 ], "a device fitted to the surface of an aircraft to provide air pressure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air scoop",1,1,1 ], "ventilation from the airflow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air shaft",1,1,1 ], "a shaft for ventilation, esp| in a mine or tunnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air sock",1,1,1 ], "another name for windsock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air spray",1,1,1 ], "another name for aerosol ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air spring",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed pocket of air used to absorb shock or sudden fluctuations of load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air station",1,1,1 ], "an airfield, usually smaller than an airport but having facilities for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air station",1,1,1 ], "maintenance of aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air terminal",1,1,1 ], "a building in a city from which air passengers are taken by road or rail to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air terminal",1,1,1 ], "airport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air traffic",1,1,1 ], "the organized movement of aircraft within a given space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air traffic",1,1,2 ], "the passengers, cargo, or mail carried by aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air turbine",1,1,1 ], "a small turbine driven by compressed air, esp| one used as a starter for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air turbine",1,1,1 ], "engines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air valve",1,1,1 ], "a device for controlling the flow of air in a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air valve",1,1,2 ], "a valve for exhausting air from a fluid system, esp| from a central-heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air valve",1,1,2 ], "installation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air vesicle",1,1,1 ], "a large air-filled intercellular space in some aquatic plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air vesicle",1,1,2 ], "a large intercellular space in a leaf into which a stoma opens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air vice-marshal",1,1,1 ], "Royal Navy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air vice-marshal",1,1,1 ], "a senior Royal Air Force officer of equivalent rank to a rear admiral in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air vice-marshal",1,1,2 ], "a Royal Australian Air Force officer of the second highest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,1 ], "cent and in industrial areas sulphur gases may be present as pollutants" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,1 ], "has a density of 1|226 kilograms per sq| metre and consists of 78|08 per cent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,1 ], "nitrogen, 20|95 per cent oxygen, 0|93 per cent argon, 0|03 per cent carbon dioxide, with" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,1 ], "smaller quantities of ozone and inert gases; water vapour varies between 0 and 4 per" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,1 ], "the mixture of gases that forms the earth's atmosphere| At sea level dry air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,10 ], "give the air| Slang| to reject or dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,11 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,12 ], "in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,12,1 ], "in circulation; current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,12,2 ], "in the process of being decided; unsettled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,13 ], "into thin air| leaving no trace behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,14 ], "on the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,15 ], "(not) in the act of broadcasting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,16 ], "(not) being broadcast on radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,17 ], "take the air| to go out of doors, as for a short walk or ride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,18 ], "up in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,18,1 ], "uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,18,2 ], "Informal| agitated or excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,19 ], "walk on air| to feel elated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,2 ], "the space above and around the earth; sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,20 ], "Aquarius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,20 ], "of or relating to a group of three signs of the zodiac, Gemini, Libra, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,3 ], "breeze; slight wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,4 ], "public expression; utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,5 ], "a distinctive quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,6 ], "a person's distinctive appearance, manner, or bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,6,1 ], "a simple tune for either vocal or instrumental performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,6,2 ], "another word for aria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,7 ], "transportation in aircraft (esp| in the phrase by air)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,8 ], "an archaic word for breath 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,9 ], "clear the air| to rid a situation of tension or discord by settling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,1,9 ], "misunderstandings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,2,1 ], "to expose or be exposed to the air so as to cool or freshen; ventilate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,2,2 ], "to expose or be exposed to warm or heated air so as to dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air",1,3,1 ], "to make known publicly; display; publicize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-condition",1,1,1 ], "to apply air conditioning to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-cool",1,1,1 ], "to cool (an engine, etc|) by a flow of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-dry",1,1,1 ], "to dry by exposure to the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-intake",1,1,1,1 ], "an opening in an aircraft through which air is drawn, esp| for the engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-intake",1,1,1,2 ], "the amount of air drawn in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-intake",1,1,2 ], "internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air-intake",1,1,2 ], "the part of a carburettor or similar device through which air enters an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-intake",1,1,3 ], "any opening, etc|, through which air enters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-minded",1,1,1 ], "interested in or promoting aviation or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-raid warden",1,1,1 ], "a member of a civil defence organization responsible for enforcing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-raid warden",1,1,1 ], "regulations, etc|, during an air attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "air-sea rescue",1,1,1 ], "an air rescue at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-to-air",1,1,1 ], "operating between aircraft in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-traffic control",1,1,1 ], "an organization that determines the altitude, speed, and direction at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "air-traffic control",1,1,1 ], "planes fly in a given area, giving instructions to pilots by radio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airboat",1,1,1 ], "another name for swamp boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airborne",1,1,1 ], "conveyed by or through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airborne",1,1,2 ], "(of aircraft) flying; in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airbrick",1,1,1 ], "a brick with holes in it, put into the wall of a building for ventilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airbrush",1,1,1 ], "an atomizer for spraying paint or varnish by means of compressed air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airburst",1,1,1 ], "the explosion of a bomb, shell, etc|, in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airbus",1,1,1 ], "an airliner operated over short distances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aircraft carrier",1,1,1 ], "a warship built with an extensive flat deck space for the launch and recovery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aircraft carrier",1,1,1 ], "of aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aircraft cloth",1,1,1 ], "variants of aeroplane cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aircraft",1,1,1 ], "any machine capable of flying by means of buoyancy or aerodynamic forces, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aircraft",1,1,1 ], "as a glider, helicopter, or aeroplane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aircraftman",1,1,1 ], "a serviceman of the most junior rank in the RAF" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aircrew",1,1,1 ], "the crew of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airdrome",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for aerodrome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airdrop" ,1, 1, 1],"a delivery of supplies, troops, etc|, from an aircraft by parachute",1). c_DEF([ "airdrop" ,1, 2, 1],"to deliver (supplies, etc|) by an airdrop|air mail",1). c_DEF([ "airdrop" ,1, 3, 1],"the system of conveying mail by aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "airdrop" ,1, 3, 2],"mail conveyed by aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "airfield",1,1,1 ], "a landing and taking-off area for aircraft, usually with permanent buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airflow",1,1,1 ], "airstream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airflow",1,1,1 ], "the flow of air in a wind tunnel or past a moving aircraft, car, train, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airfoil",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for aerofoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airframe",1,1,1 ], "the body of an aircraft, excluding its engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airglow",1,1,1 ], "latitudes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airglow",1,1,1 ], "the faint light from the upper atmosphere in the night sky, esp| in low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airhead",1,1,1 ], "an area secured in hostile territory of sufficient size to allow the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airhead",1,1,1 ], "continuous supply of troops and equipment by air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airily",1,1,1 ], "in a jaunty or high-spirited manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airily",1,1,2 ], "in a light or delicate manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airiness",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being fresh, light, or breezy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airiness",1,1,2 ], "lightness of heart; gaiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airing",1,1,1,1 ], "exposure to air or warmth, as for drying or ventilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airing",1,1,2 ], "an excursion in the open air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airing",1,1,3 ], "exposure to public debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airless",1,1,1 ], "lacking fresh air; stuffy or sultry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airless",1,1,2 ], "devoid of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airlift",1,1,1 ], "routes are blocked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airlift",1,1,1 ], "the transportation by air of passengers, troops, cargo, etc|, esp| when other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airlift",1,2,1 ], "to transport by an airlift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airline",1,1,1,1 ], "a system or organization that provides scheduled flights for passengers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airline",1,1,1,1 ], "cargo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airline",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airline",1,1,2 ], "a hose or tube carrying air under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airline",1,1,3 ], "a beeline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airliner",1,1,1 ], "a large passenger aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airlock",1,1,1 ], "a bubble in a pipe causing an obstruction or stoppage to the flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airlock",1,1,2 ], "an airtight chamber with regulated air pressure used to gain access to a space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airlock",1,1,2 ], "that has air under pressure| l" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airman",1,1,1 ], "an aviator, esp| one serving in the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airplane",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for aeroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airport",1,1,1 ], "a landing and taking-off area for civil aircraft, usually with surfaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airport",1,1,1 ], "runways and aircraft maintenance and passenger facilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airs",1,1,1 ], "affected manners intended to impress others (esp| in the phrases give oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airs",1,1,1 ], "airs, put on airs)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airscrew",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airship",1,1,1 ], "a lighter-than-air self-propelled craft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airsick",1,1,1 ], "sick or nauseated from travelling in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airspace",1,1,1 ], "a country deemed to be under its jurisdiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airspace",1,1,1 ], "the atmosphere above the earth or part of the earth, esp| the atmosphere above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airspeed",1,1,1 ], "the speed of an aircraft relative to the air in which it moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airstream",1,1,1 ], "a wind, esp| at a high altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airstream",1,1,2 ], "a current of moving air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airstrip",1,1,1 ], "a cleared area for the landing and taking off of aircraft; runway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airt",1,1,1 ], "a direction or point of the compass, esp| the direction of the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airtight",1,1,1 ], "not permitting the passage of air either in or out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airtight",1,1,2 ], "having no weak points; invulnerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airwaves",1,1,1 ], "radio waves used in radio and television broadcasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airway",1,1,1 ], "an air route, esp| one that is fully equipped with emergency landing fields," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airway",1,1,1 ], "navigational aids, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "airway",1,1,2 ], "a passage for ventilation, esp| in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airworthy",1,1,1 ], "(of an aircraft) safe to fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,1 ], "airier, airiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,10 ], "high up in the air; lofty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,11 ], "performed in the air; aerial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,12 ], "nonchalant; superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,2 ], "abounding in fresh air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,3 ], "spacious or uncluttered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,5 ], "weightless and insubstantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,6 ], "light and graceful in movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,7 ], "buoyant and gay; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,8 ], "visionary; fanciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy",1,1,9 ], "having no material substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy-fairy",1,1,1 ], "fanciful and unrealistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "airy-fairy",1,1,2 ], "delicate to the point of being insubstantial; light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aisle",1,1,1 ], "a passageway separating seating areas in a theatre, church, etc|; gangway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aisle",1,1,2 ], "a lateral division in a church flanking the nave or chancel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aisle",1,1,3 ], "(rolling) in the aisles| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aisle",1,1,4 ], "(of an audience) overcome with laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ait",1,1,1 ], "an islet, esp| in a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aitch",1,1,1 ], "the letter h or the sound represented by it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aitchbone",1,1,1 ], "the rump bone or floor of the pelvis in cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aitchbone",1,1,2 ], "a cut of beef from or including the rump bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ajar",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a door or window) slightly open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ajar",2,1,1 ], "not in harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "akene",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of achene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "akhara",1,1,1 ], "(in India)a gymnasium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "akimbo",1,2,1 ], "with hands on hips and elbows projecting outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "akin",1,1,1 ], "related by blood; of the same kin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "akin",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) having similar characteristics, properties, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "akvavit",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of aquavit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "al dente",1,1,1 ], "(of a pasta dish) cooked so as to be firm when eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ala",1,1,1 ], "a wing or flat winglike process or structure, such as a part of some bones and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ala",1,1,1 ], "cartilages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ala",1,1,2 ], "a winglike part, such as one of the wings of a sycamore seed or one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ala",1,1,2 ], "flat petals of a sweet pea flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alabaster",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained usually white, opaque, or translucent variety of gypsum used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alabaster",1,1,1 ], "for statues, vases, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alabaster",1,1,2 ], "a variety of hard semitranslucent calcite, often banded like marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alabaster",1,2,1 ], "of or resembling alabaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alack",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for alas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alacrity",1,1,1 ], "liveliness or briskness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alameda",1,1,1 ], "a public walk or promenade lined with trees, often poplars|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alamode",1,1,1 ], "a soft light silk used for shawls and dresses, esp| in the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alanine",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-tasting aliphatic amino acid that occurs in many proteins and has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alanine",1,1,1 ], "several isomeric forms; aminoproprionic acid| Formula: CH3CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alannah",1,1,1 ], "my child: used as a term of address or endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alap",1,1,1 ], "Indian vocal music without words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alar",1,1,1 ], "relating to, resembling, or having wings or alae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm clock",1,1,1 ], "a clock with a mechanism that sounds at a set time: used esp| for waking a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm clock",1,1,1 ], "person up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,1,1 ], "to fill with apprehension, anxiety, or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,1,2 ], "to warn about danger; alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,1 ], "fear or terror aroused by awareness of danger; fright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,2 ], "apprehension or uneasiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,3 ], "a noise, signal, etc|, warning of danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,4 ], "any device that transmits such a warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,4,1 ], "the device in an alarm clock that triggers off the bell or buzzer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,4,2 ], "short for alarm clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,5 ], "a call to arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarm",1,2,6 ], "a warning or challenge made by stamping the front foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarmist",1,1,1 ], "a person who alarms or attempts to alarm others needlessly or without due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarmist",1,1,1 ], "grounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alarmist",1,1,2 ], "a person who is easily alarmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarmist",1,2,1 ], "characteristic of an alarmist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarum",1,1,1 ], "an alarm, esp| a call to arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarum",1,1,2 ], "(used as a stage direction, esp| in Elizabethan drama) a loud disturbance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alarum",1,1,2 ], "conflict (esp| in the phrase alarums and excursions)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or shaped like wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alas",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of grief, compassion, or alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alate",1,1,1 ], "having wings or winglike extensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alb",1,1,1 ], "a long white linen vestment with sleeves worn by priests and others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albacore",1,1,1 ], "a tunny, Thunnus alalunga, occurring mainly in warm regions of the Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albacore",1,1,1 ], "and Pacific| It has very long pectoral fins and is a valued food fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "albata",1,1,1 ], "a variety of German silver consisting of nickel, copper, and zinc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albatross",1,1,1 ], "Diomedeidae, of cool southern oceans: order Procellariiformes (petrels)| They have long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "albatross",1,1,1 ], "any large oceanic bird of the genera Diomedea and Phoebetria, family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albatross",1,1,1 ], "narrow wings and are noted for a powerful gliding flight" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "albatross",1,1,2 ], "a score of three strokes under par for a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albedo",1,1,1 ], "planet, to that of the light it receives from the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "albedo",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the intensity of light reflected from an object, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albeit",1,1,1 ], "even though" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albert",1,1,1 ], "a kind of watch chain usually attached to a waistcoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albert",1,1,2 ], "a standard size of notepaper, 6 X 3 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albertite",1,1,1 ], "a black solid variety of bitumen that has a conchoidal fracture and occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albertite",1,1,1 ], "veins in oil-bearing strata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "albescent",1,1,1 ], "shading into, growing, or becoming white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albino",1,1,1 ], "a person with congenital absence of pigmentation in the skin, eyes, and hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albino",1,1,2 ], "any animal or plant that is deficient in pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albite",1,1,1 ], "a white, bluish-green, or reddish-grey widely occurring feldspar mineral of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albite",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of glass and ceramics and as a gemstone| Formula: NaAlSi3O8" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "albite",1,1,1 ], "the plagioclase series consisting of an aluminium silicate of sodium| It is used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "album",1,1,1 ], "a book or binder consisting of blank pages, pockets, or envelopes for keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "album",1,1,1 ], "photographs, stamps, autographs, drawings, poems, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "album",1,1,2 ], "a booklike holder containing sleeves for gramophone records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "album",1,1,3 ], "one or more long-playing records released as a single item" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "album",1,1,4 ], "an anthology, usually large and illustrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albumen",1,1,1 ], "an albumin, that surrounds the yolk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "albumen",1,1,1 ], "the white of an egg; the nutritive and protective gelatinous substance, mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albumen",1,1,2 ], "a rare name for endosperm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albumen",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of albumin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albumenize",1,1,1 ], "to coat with a solution containing albumen or albumin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albumin",1,1,1 ], "and are found in blood plasma, egg white, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "albumin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of simple water-soluble proteins that are coagulated by heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albuminate",1,1,1 ], "any of several substances formed from albumin by the action of acid or alkali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albuminoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling albumin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albuminoid",1,2,1 ], "another name for scleroprotein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albuminous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing albumin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albuminuria",1,1,1 ], "the presence of albumin in the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "albumose",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for proteose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alburnum",1,1,1 ], "a former name for sapwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcahest",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of alkahest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcaide",1,1,1 ], "(in Spain and Spanish America) the commander of a fortress or castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcaide",1,1,2 ], "the governor of a prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcalde",1,1,1 ], "(in Spain and Spanish America) the mayor or chief magistrate in a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcazar",1,1,1 ], "any of various palaces or fortresses built in Spain by the Moors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alchemist",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises alchemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alchemize",1,1,1 ], "to alter (an element, metal, etc|) by alchemy transmute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alchemy" ,1, 1, 1],"the pseudoscientific predecessor of chemistry that sought a method of",1). c_DEF([ "alchemy" ,1, 1, 1],"transmuting base metals into gold, an elixir to prolong life indefinitely, a panacea or",2). c_DEF([ "alchemy" ,1, 1, 1],"universal remedy, and an alkahest or universal solvent",3). c_DEF([ "alchemy" ,1, 1, 2],"a power like that of alchemy",1). c_DEF([ "alcheringa",1,1,1 ], "(in the mythology of Australian Aboriginal peoples) a mythical Golden Age of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcheringa",1,1,1 ], "the past" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alcidine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Alcidae, a family of sea birds including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcidine",1,1,1 ], "the auks, guillemots, puffins, and related forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alcohol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable liquid, the active principle of intoxicating drinks," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcohol",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of organic chemicals| Formula: C2H5OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alcohol",1,1,1 ], "produced by the fermentation of sugars, esp| glucose, and used as a solvent and in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alcohol",1,1,2 ], "a drink or drinks containing this substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcohol",1,1,3 ], "alcohols have the formula ROH, where R is an alkyl group" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alcohol",1,1,3 ], "any one of a class of organic compounds that contain one or more hydroxyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcohol",1,1,3 ], "groups bound to carbon atoms that are not part of an aromatic ring| The simplest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholic",1,1,1 ], "a person affected by alcoholism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, containing, or resulting from alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholicity",1,1,1 ], "the strength of an alcoholic liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholism",1,1,1 ], "continual heavy consumption of alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholism",1,1,2 ], "a physiological disorder resulting from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholize",1,1,1 ], "to turn into alcoholic drink, as by fermenting or mixing with alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument, such as a specially calibrated hydrometer, for determining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcoholometer",1,1,1 ], "percentage of alcohol in a liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alcove",1,1,1 ], "a recess or niche in the wall of a room, as for a bed, books, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcove",1,1,2 ], "any recessed usually vaulted area, as in a garden wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alcove",1,1,3 ], "any covered or secluded spot, such as a summerhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldehyde",1,1,1 ], "any organic compound containing the group -CHO| Aldehydes are oxidized to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldehyde",1,1,1 ], "carboxylic acids and take part in many addition reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aldehyde",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, containing, or concerned with the group -CHO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alder buckthorn",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rhamnaceous shrub, Frangula alnus, with small greenish flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alder buckthorn",1,1,1 ], "black berry-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alder fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various neuropterous insects of the widely distributed group Sialoidea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alder fly",1,1,1 ], "larvae, and occur near water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alder fly",1,1,1 ], "such as Sialis lutaria, that have large broad-based hind wings, produce aquatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alder",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate betulaceous shrub or tree of the genus Alnus, having toothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alder",1,1,1 ], "bridges, etc| because it resists underwater rot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alder",1,1,1 ], "leaves and conelike fruits| The bark is used in dyeing and tanning and the wood for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alder",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar trees or shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alderman",1,1,1 ], "(in England and Wales until 1974) one of the senior members of a local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alderman",1,1,1 ], "council, elected by other councillors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alderman",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|, Canada, etc|) a member of the governing body of a municipality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alderman",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of ealdorman|Abbrevs| (for senses 1, 2): Ald|, Aldm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellowish oily liquid, miscible with water, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldol",1,1,1 ], "and sedative| Formula: CH3CHOHCH2CHO" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aldol",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of rubber accelerators, as an organic solvent, in perfume, and as a hypnotic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aldol",1,1,2 ], "any organic compound containing the group -CHOHCH2CHO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldol",1,1,3 ], "consisting of, containing, or concerned with the group -CHOHCH2CHO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldose",1,1,1 ], "a sugar that contains the aldehyde group or is a hemiacetal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldosterone",1,1,1 ], "form is used in the treatment of Addison's disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aldosterone",1,1,1 ], "the principal mineralocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex| A synthesized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldoxime",1,1,1 ], "an oxime formed by reaction between hydroxylamine and an aldehyde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldrin",1,1,1 ], "a brown to white poisonous crystalline solid, more than 95 per cent of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aldrin",1,1,1 ], "consists of the compound C12H8Cl6, which is used as an insecticide| Melting pt|: 105" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aldrin",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ale",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink made by fermenting a cereal, esp| barley, originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ale",1,1,1 ], "differing from beer by being unflavoured by hops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ale",1,1,2 ], "such a drink made by the top-fermentation process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ale",1,1,3 ], "another word for beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aleatory",1,1,1 ], "dependent on chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aleatory",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a musical composition) involving elements chosen at random by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aleatory",1,1,2 ], "performer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alec",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person; silly fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alecost",1,1,1 ], "another name for costmary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alee",1,2,1 ], "on or towards the lee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alegar",1,1,1 ], "malt vinegar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alehouse",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect name for pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alembic",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete type of retort used for distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alembic",1,1,2 ], "anything that distils or purifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alembicated",1,1,1 ], "(of a literary style) excessively refined precious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aleph",1,1,1 ], "the first letter in the Hebrew alphabet (,) articulated as a glottal stop and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aleph",1,1,1 ], "transliterated with a superior period (|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aleph-null",1,1,1 ], "positive integers| Symbol: 0" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aleph-null",1,1,1 ], "the smallest infinite cardinal number; the cardinal number of the set of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,1,1 ], "vigilantly attentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,1,2 ], "brisk, nimble, or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,2,1 ], "an alarm or warning, esp| a siren warning of an air raid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,2,2 ], "the period during which such a warning remains in effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,2,3 ], "on the alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,2,3,1 ], "on guard against danger, attack, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,2,3,2 ], "watchful; ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,3,1 ], "to warn or signal (troops, police, etc|) to prepare for action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alert",1,3,2 ], "to warn of danger, an attack, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alethic",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to such philosophical concepts as truth, necessity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alethic",1,1,1,1 ], "possibility, contingency, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alethic",1,1,1,2 ], "designating the branch of modal logic that deals with the formalization of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alethic",1,1,1,2 ], "these concepts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aleurone",1,1,1 ], "an albuminoid protein that occurs in the form of storage granules in plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aleurone",1,1,1 ], "cells, esp| in seeds such as maize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alevin",1,1,1 ], "a young fish, esp| a young salmon or trout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alewife",1,1,1 ], "a North American fish, Pomolobus pseudoharengus, similar to the herring Clupea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alewife",1,1,1 ], "harengus: family Clupeidae (herrings)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alexanders",1,1,1 ], "a biennial umbelliferous plant, Smyrnium olusatrum, native to S Europe, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alexanders",1,1,1 ], "dense umbels of yellow-green flowers and black fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alexanders",1,1,2 ], "golden alexanders| an umbelliferous plant, Zizia aurea, of North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alexanders",1,1,2 ], "having yellow flowers in compound umbels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alexandrite",1,1,1 ], "a green variety of chrysoberyl used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alexia",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by impaired ability to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alexia",1,1,1 ], "read| Nontechnical name: word blindness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alexin",1,1,1 ], "a former word for complement ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alexipharmic",1,1,1 ], "acting as an antidote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alexipharmic",1,2,1 ], "an antidote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alfalfa",1,1,1 ], "a papilionaceous plant, Medicago sativa, of Europe and Asia, having compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alfalfa",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for forage and used as a commercial source of chlorophyll" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alfalfa",1,1,1 ], "leaves with three leaflets and clusters of small purplish flowers| It is widely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alfilaria",1,1,1 ], "America and is used as fodder" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alfilaria",1,1,1 ], "a geraniaceous plant, Erodium cicutarium, native to Europe, with finely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alfilaria",1,1,1 ], "divided leaves and small pink or purplish flowers| It is widely naturalized in North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alforja",1,1,1 ], "a saddlebag made of leather or canvas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alfresco",1,2,1 ], "in the open air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algae",1,1,1 ], "ground, that have chlorophyll and other pigments but lack true stems, roots, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "algae",1,1,1 ], "leaves| The group includes the seaweeds, diatoms, and spirogyra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "algae",1,1,1 ], "unicellular or multicellular plants, occurring in fresh or salt water or moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algarroba",1,1,1 ], "another name for mesquite or carob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algarroba",1,1,2 ], "the edible pod of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algebra",1,1,1 ], "a branch of mathematics in which arithmetical operations and relationships are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algebra",1,1,1 ], "generalized by using symbols to represent members of specified sets of numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "algebra",1,1,2 ], "a system of logical notation in which variables represent propositions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algebra",1,1,2 ], "symbols represent the relations, such as conjunction or disjunction, between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "algebraic number",1,1,1 ], "any positive or negative real number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algebraic number",1,1,2 ], "any number that is a root of a polynomial equation having rational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algebraic number",1,1,2 ], "coefficients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "algebraic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to algebra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algebraic",1,1,2 ], "using or relating to finite numbers, operations, or relationships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algerine",1,1,1 ], "a soft striped woollen cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algicide",1,1,1 ], "any substance that kills algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algid",1,1,1 ], "chilly or cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algin",1,1,1 ], "alginic acid or one of its esters or salts, esp| the gelatinous solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algin",1,1,1 ], "for thickening jellies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "algin",1,1,1 ], "obtained as a by-product in the extraction of iodine from seaweed, used in mucilages and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alginate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of alginic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alginic acid",1,1,1 ], "32,000-250,000" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "alginic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellowish powdery polysaccharide having marked hydrophilic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alginic acid",1,1,1 ], "in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals| Formula: (C\6H\8O\6)n; molecular wt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alginic acid",1,1,1 ], "properties| Extracted from kelp, it is used mainly in the food and textile industries and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "algo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling or relating to algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algolagnia",1,1,1 ], "a perversion in which sexual pleasure is gained from the experience or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algolagnia",1,1,1 ], "infliction of pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "algology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the study of algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring sensitivity to pressure (pressure algometer) or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algometer",1,1,1 ], "pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "algophobia",1,1,1 ], "an acute fear of experiencing or witnessing bodily pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algor",1,1,1 ], "chill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algorism",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic or decimal system of counting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algorism",1,1,2 ], "the skill of computation using any system of numerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algorism",1,1,3 ], "another name for algorithm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algorithm",1,1,1 ], "any method or procedure of computation, usually involving a series of steps as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "algorithm",1,1,1 ], "in long division" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alg|" ,1, 1, 1],"algebra",1). c_DEF([ "alias" ,1, 1, 1],"at another time or place known as or named",1). c_DEF([ "alias" ,1, 2, 1],"an assumed name",1). c_DEF([ "alibi",1,1,1,1 ], "a defence by an accused person that he was elsewhere at the time the crime in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alibi",1,1,1,1 ], "question was committed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alibi",1,1,1,2 ], "the evidence given to prove this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alibi",1,1,2 ], "an excuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alibi",1,2,1 ], "to provide with an alibi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alible",1,1,1 ], "nourishing; nutritive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alicyclic",1,1,1 ], "(of an organic compound) having essentially aliphatic properties, in spite of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alicyclic",1,1,1 ], "the presence of a ring of carbon atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alidade",1,1,1 ], "a surveying instrument used in plane-tabling for drawing lines of sight on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alidade",1,1,1 ], "distant object and taking angular measurements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alidade",1,1,2 ], "attachments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alidade",1,1,2 ], "the upper rotatable part of a theodolite, including the telescope and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,1,1 ], "a person owing allegiance to a country other than that in which he lives;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,1,1 ], "foreigner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,1,2 ], "any being or thing foreign to the the environment in which it now exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,2,1 ], "unnaturalized; foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,2,2 ], "having foreign allegiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,2,3 ], "unfamiliar; strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,3,1 ], "repugnant or opposed (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alien",1,4,1 ], "to transfer (property, etc|) to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienable",1,1,1 ], "(of property) transferable to another owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienate",1,1,1 ], "hostile; estrange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alienate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a friend, sympathizer, etc|) to become indifferent, unfriendly, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienate",1,1,2 ], "to turn away; divert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienate",1,1,3 ], "to transfer the ownership of (property, title, etc|) to another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,1 ], "a turning away; estrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,2 ], "society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,2 ], "the state of being an outsider or the feeling of being isolated, as from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,3 ], "a state in which a person's feelings are inhibited so that eventually both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,3 ], "the self and the external world seem unreal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,3,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,3,1 ], "the transfer of property, as by conveyance or will, into the ownership of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienation",1,1,3,2 ], "the right of an owner to dispose of his property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a transfer of property is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienism",1,1,1 ], "the study and treatment of mental illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienist",1,1,1 ], "a psychiatrist who specializes in the legal aspects of mental illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienist",1,1,2 ], "a person who practises alienism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alienor",1,1,1 ], "a person who transfers property to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliform",1,1,1 ], "wing-shaped; alar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alight",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by from) to step out (of) or get down (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alight",1,1,2 ], "to come to rest; settle; land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alight",2,2,1 ], "burning; on fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alight",2,2,2 ], "illuminated; lit up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alighting gear",1,1,1 ], "another name for undercarriage ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "align",1,1,1 ], "to place or become placed in a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "align",1,1,2 ], "desirable coordination or relation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "align",1,1,2 ], "to bring (components or parts, such as the wheels of a car) into proper or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "align",1,2,1 ], "policy, etc| of another person or group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "align",1,2,1 ], "to bring (a person, country, etc|) into agreement or cooperation with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alignment",1,1,1 ], "arrangement in a straight line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alignment",1,1,2 ], "the line or lines formed in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alignment",1,1,3 ], "alliance or union with a party, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alignment",1,1,4 ], "proper or desirable coordination or relation of components" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alignment",1,1,5 ], "a ground plan of a railway, motor road, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alignment",1,1,6 ], "an arrangement of one or more ancient rows of standing stones, of uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alignment",1,1,6 ], "significance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alike",1,1,1 ], "possessing the same or similar characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alike",1,2,1 ], "in the same or a similar manner, way, or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliment",1,1,1 ], "something that nourishes, supports, or sustains the body or mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliment",1,1,2 ], "another term for alimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliment",1,3,1 ], "to support or sustain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimentary canal",1,1,1 ], "is passed and digested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alimentary canal",1,1,1 ], "the tubular passage extending from the mouth to the anus, through which food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimentary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to nutrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimentary",1,1,2 ], "providing sustenance or nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimentary",1,1,3 ], "free from the claims of creditors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimentation",1,1,1 ], "nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimentation",1,1,2 ], "sustenance; support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimony",1,1,1 ], "an allowance paid under a court order by one spouse to another when they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alimony",1,1,1 ], "separated, either before or after divorce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aline",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of align" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliped",1,1,1 ], "(of bats and similar animals) having the digits connected by a winglike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliped",1,1,1 ], "membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aliped",1,2,1 ], "an aliped animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliphatic",1,1,1 ], "(of an organic compound) not aromatic, esp| having an open chain structure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliphatic",1,1,1 ], "such as alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aliquant",1,1,1 ], "divisor of a given quantity or number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aliquant",1,1,1 ], "of, signifying, or relating to a quantity or number that is not an exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliquot",1,1,1 ], "of, signifying, or relating to an exact divisor of a quantity or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliquot",1,1,2 ], "consisting of equal quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliquot",1,2,1 ], "an aliquot part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alit",1,1,1 ], "a rare past tense and past participle of alight'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aliunde",1,2,1 ], "consideration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aliunde",1,2,1 ], "from a source extrinsic to the matter, document, or instrument under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,1 ], "(of people, animals, plants, etc|) living; having life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,10 ], "(of a person) active and lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,11 ], "look alive!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,11,1 ], "hurry up!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,11,2 ], "pay attention!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,2 ], "in existence; active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,3 ], "of those living; now living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,4 ], "full of life; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,5 ], "(usually foll| by with) animated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,6 ], "(foll| by to) aware (of); sensitive (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,7 ], "(foll| by with) teeming (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,8 ], "another word for live'2 ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alive",1,1,9 ], "alive and kicking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alizarin",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-yellow powder or orange-red crystalline solid used as a dye and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alizarin",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of other dyes| Formula: C6H4(CO)2C6H2(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkahest",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical universal solvent sought by alchemists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkali flat",1,1,1 ], "an arid plain encrusted with alkaline salts derived from the streams draining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkali flat",1,1,1 ], "into it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkali metal",1,1,1 ], "and francium, belonging to group 1A of the periodic table| They are all very" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkali metal",1,1,1 ], "any of the monovalent metals lithium, sodium, potassium, rubidium, caesium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkali metal",1,1,1 ], "reactive and electropositive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alkali soil",1,1,1 ], "a soil that gives a pH reaction of 8|5 or above, found esp| in dry areas where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkali soil",1,1,1 ], "in the B horizon of the soil profile" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alkali soil",1,1,1 ], "the soluble salts, esp| of sodium, have not been leached away but have accumulated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkali",1,1,1 ], "a soluble base or a solution of a base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkali",1,1,2 ], "a soluble mineral salt that occurs in arid soils and some natural waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalic",1,1,1 ], "(of igneous rocks) containing large amounts of alkalis, esp| caustic soda and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalic",1,1,1 ], "caustic potash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkalic",1,1,2 ], "another word for alkaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become alkaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalimeter",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for determining the concentration of alkalis in solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalimeter",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for determining the quantity of carbon dioxide in carbonates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalimetry",1,1,1 ], "alkalimeter or by volumetric analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkalimetry",1,1,1 ], "determination of the amount of alkali or base in a solution, measured by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkaline earth",1,1,1 ], "any of the divalent electropositive metals beryllium, magnesium, calcium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkaline earth",1,1,1 ], "strontium, barium, and radium, belonging to group 2A of the periodic table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkaline earth",1,1,2 ], "an oxide of one of the alkaline earth metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkaline",1,1,1 ], "having the properties of or containing an alkali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalinity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being alkaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalinity",1,1,2 ], "the amount of alkali or base in a solution, often expressed in terms of pH" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkalize",1,1,1 ], "to make alkaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkaloid",1,1,1 ], "and quinine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alkaloid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of nitrogenous basic compounds found in plants, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkaloid",1,1,1 ], "insoluble in water and physiologically active| Common examples are morphine, strychnine," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkalosis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal increase in alkalinity of the blood and extracellular fluids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkane",1,1,1,1 ], "any saturated aliphatic hydrocarbon with the general formula CnH2n2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkane",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkanet",1,1,1 ], "a European boraginaceous plant, Alkanna tinctoria, the roots of which yield a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkanet",1,1,1 ], "red dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkanet",1,1,2 ], "the dye obtained from this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkanet",1,1,3 ], "Anchusa (or Pentaglottis), such as A| sempervirens of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkanet",1,1,3 ], "any of certain hairy blue-flowered Old World plants of the boraginaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkanet",1,1,4 ], "another name for puccoon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkene",1,1,1,1 ], "any unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon with the general formula CnH2n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkene",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alky",1,1,1 ], "a heavy drinker or alcoholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkyd resin",1,1,1 ], "any synthetic resin made from a dicarboxylic acid, such as phthalic acid, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkyd resin",1,1,1 ], "diols or triols: used in paints and adhesives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkyl",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group CnH2n1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkyl",1,1,3 ], "an organometallic compound, such as tetraethyl lead, containing an alkyl group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkyl",1,1,3 ], "bound to a metal atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkylation",1,1,1 ], "the replacement of a hydrogen atom in an organic compound by an alkyl group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkylation",1,1,2 ], "fuels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alkylation",1,1,2 ], "the addition of an alkane hydrocarbon to an alkene in producing high-octane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkyne",1,1,1,1 ], "any unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon that has a formula of the type CnH2n-2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alkyne",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alk|",1,1,1 ], "alkali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all clear",1,1,1 ], "a signal, usually a siren, indicating that some danger, such as an air raid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all clear",1,1,1 ], "is over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "all clear",1,1,2 ], "an indication that obstacles are no longer present; permission to proceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all fours",1,1,1 ], "both the arms and legs of a person or all the legs of a quadruped (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all fours",1,1,1 ], "phrase on all fours)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "all fours",1,1,2 ], "another name for seven-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all hail",1,1,1 ], "an archaic greeting or salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all in",1,1,1 ], "completely exhausted; tired out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all in",1,3,1,1 ], "with all expenses or costs included in the price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all in",1,3,1,2 ], "the all-in price is thirty pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all in",1,3,2 ], "(of wrestling) freestyle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,2,1 ], "adequate; satisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,2,2 ], "unharmed; safe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,2,3 ], "all-right| U|S| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,2,3,1 ], "acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,2,3,2 ], "reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,3,1 ], "very well: used to express assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,3,2 ], "satisfactorily; adequately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all right",1,3,3 ], "without doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all told(#6sentence modifier#5)",1,1,1 ], "taking every one into account; in all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,1,1 ], "the whole quantity or amount of; totality of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,1,2 ], "is that all there are all of it is nice; all are welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,10 ], "all in| exhausted; tired out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,11 ], "all in all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,11,1 ], "everything considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,11,2 ], "the object of one's attention or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,12 ], "all that| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,13 ], "(intensifier; used in negative sentences and often implying a comparison with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,13 ], "some norm or standard)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,14 ], "all the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,15 ], "(foll| by a comparative adjective or adverb) so much (more or less) than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,15 ], "otherwise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,16 ], "and all| Brit| informal| as well; too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,17 ], "and all that| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,17,1 ], "and similar or associated things; etcetera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,17,2 ], "occurs with concessive force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,17,2 ], "used as a filler or to make what precedes more vague: in this sense, it often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,18 ], "as all that| as one might expect or hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,19 ], "at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,19,1 ], "in any way whatsoever or to any extent or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,19,2 ], "even so; anyway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,2 ], "every one of a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,20 ], "be all for| Informal| be strongly in favour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,21 ], "for all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,21,1 ], "in so far as; to the extent that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,21,2 ], "notwithstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,22 ], "for all that| in spite of that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,23 ], "in all| altogether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,3 ], "the greatest possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,4 ], "any whatever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,5 ], "above all| most important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,6 ], "after all| in spite of everything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,7 ], "all but| almost; nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,8 ], "all of| no less or smaller than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,9 ], "all over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,9,1 ], "finished; at an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,9,2 ], "over the whole area (of something); everywhere (in, on, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,9,3 ], "Informal| typically; representatively (in the phrase that's me all over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,9,4 ], "unduly effusive towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,1,9,5 ], "Sports| in a dominant position over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,2,1 ], "(in scores of games) apiece; each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,3,1 ], "(preceded by my, your, his, etc|)(one's)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,3,2 ], "complete effort or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all",1,3,3 ], "totality or whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all'ottava",1,2,1 ], "to be played an octave higher or lower than written| Symbol: 8va" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-",1,1,1 ], "variant of allo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-American",1,1,1 ], "representative of the whole of the United States" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-American",1,1,2 ], "composed exclusively of American members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-American",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) typically American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-around",1,1,1 ], "equivalent of all-round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-fired" ,1, 1, 1],"excessive; extreme",1). c_DEF([ "all-fired" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "all-flying tail",1,1,1 ], "a type of aircraft tailplane in which the whole of the tailplane is moved for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-flying tail",1,1,1 ], "control purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "all-important",1,1,1 ], "crucial; vital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-inclusive",1,1,1 ], "including everything; comprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-night",1,1,1 ], "open or lasting all night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-out" ,1, 1, 1],"using one's maximum powers",1). c_DEF([ "all-over",1,1,1 ], "covering the entire surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-purpose",1,1,1 ], "useful for many things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-round",1,1,1 ], "efficient in all respects, esp| in sport; versatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-round",1,1,2 ], "comprehensive; many-sided; not narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-rounder",1,1,1 ], "a versatile person, esp| in a sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-sorts",1,1,1 ], "a mixture, esp| a mixture of liquorice sweets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-star",1,1,1 ], "consisting of star performers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "all-time",1,1,1 ], "unsurpassed in some respect at a particular time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alla breve",1,1,1 ], "a musical time signature indicating two or four minims to a bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alla breve",1,3,1 ], "twice as fast as normal| Musical symbol:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alla prima",1,1,1 ], "(of a painting) painted with a single layer of paint, in contrast to paintings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alla prima",1,1,1 ], "built up layer by layer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allanite",1,1,1 ], "a rare black or brown mineral consisting of the hydrated silicate of calcium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allanite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium, iron, cerium, lanthanum, and other rare earth minerals| It occurs in granites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allanite",1,1,1 ], "and other igneous rocks| Formula: (Ca,Ce,La,Na)2(Al,Fe,Be,Mn,Mg)3(SiO\4)3(OH)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "allantoid",1,1,1 ], "relating to or resembling the allantois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allantoid",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allantoid",1,2,1 ], "another name for allantois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allantois",1,1,1 ], "a membranous sac growing out of the ventral surface of the hind gut of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allantois",1,1,1 ], "embryonic reptiles, birds, and mammals| It combines with the chorion to form the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allantois",1,1,1 ], "mammalian placenta" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "allargando",1,2,1 ], "to be slowed down considerably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allay",1,1,1 ], "to relieve (pain, grief, etc|) or be relieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allay",1,2,1 ], "to reduce (fear, anger, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegation",1,1,1 ], "the act of alleging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegation",1,1,2 ], "an unproved statement or assertion, esp| one in an accusation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allege",1,1,1 ], "to declare in or as if in a court of law; state without or before proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allege",1,1,2 ], "to put forward (an argument or plea) for or against an accusation, claim, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allege",1,1,3 ], "to cite or quote, as to confirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alleged",1,1,1 ], "stated or described to be such; presumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alleged",1,1,2 ], "dubious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegiance",1,1,1 ], "loyalty, as of a subject to his sovereign or of a citizen to his country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegiance",1,1,2 ], "(in feudal society) the obligations of a vassal to his liege lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegorical",1,1,1 ], "used in, containing, or characteristic of allegory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegorize",1,1,1 ], "allegory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allegorize",1,1,1 ], "to transform (a story, narrative, fable, etc|) into or compose in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegorize",1,2,1 ], "to interpret allegorically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegory",1,1,1 ], "a poem, play, picture, etc|, in which the apparent meaning of the characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegory",1,1,1 ], "and events is used to symbolize a deeper moral or spiritual meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allegory",1,1,2 ], "the technique or genre that this represents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegory",1,1,3 ], "use of such symbolism to illustrate truth or a moral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegory",1,1,4 ], "anything used as a symbol or emblem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegretto",1,2,1 ], "quickly or briskly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegretto",1,3,2 ], "a piece or passage to be performed in this manner| Hallegro Music|~adj|, adv" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegretto",1,3,3 ], "quickly; in a brisk lively manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allegretto",1,4,1 ], "a piece or passage to be performed in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allele",1,1,1 ], "any of two or more genes that have the same relative position on homologous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allele",1,1,1 ], "chromosomes and are responsible for alternative characteristics, such as smooth or wrinkled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allele",1,1,1 ], "seeds in peas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alleluia",1,1,1 ], "hallelujah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alleluia",1,1,1 ], "praise the Lord! Used more commonly in liturgical contexts in place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alleluia",1,2,1 ], "a song of praise to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allemande",1,1,1 ], "the first movement of the classical suite, composed in a moderate tempo in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allemande",1,1,1 ], "time signature of four-four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allemande",1,1,2 ], "any of several German dances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allemande",1,1,3 ], "a figure in a quadrille or a square dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allergen",1,1,1 ], "any substance, usually a protein, capable of inducing an allergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allergic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, having, or caused by an allergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allergic",1,2,1 ], "having an aversion (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allergist",1,1,1 ], "a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allergist",1,1,1 ], "caused by allergy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allergy",1,1,1 ], "a hypersensitivity to a substance that causes the body to react to any contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allergy",1,1,1 ], "with that substance| Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allergy",1,1,2 ], "aversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allethrin",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C19H26O3; relative density: 1|005" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allethrin",1,1,1 ], "a clear viscous amber-coloured liquid used as an insecticide and synergist|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alleviate",1,1,1 ], "to make (pain, sorrow, etc|) easier to bear lessen relieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alley cat",1,1,1 ], "a homeless cat that roams in back streets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alley",1,1,1 ], "a narrow lane or passage, esp| one between or behind buildings; back street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alley",1,1,2 ], "the space between the singles and doubles sidelines|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alley",1,1,3 ], "a walk in a park or garden, esp| one lined with trees or bushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alley",1,1,4 ], "up one's alley| Slang| suited to one's abilities or interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alley",2,1,1 ], "a large playing marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alleyway",1,1,1 ], "a narrow passage; alley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allheal",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants reputed to have healing powers, such as selfheal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allheal",1,1,1 ], "valerian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alliaceous",1,1,1 ], "includes onion, garlic, leek, chive, and shallot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alliaceous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Allium, a genus of liliaceous plants that have a strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliaceous",1,1,1 ], "onion or garlic smell and often have bulbs| The genus occurs in the N hemisphere and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alliaceous",1,1,2 ], "tasting or smelling like garlic or onions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliance",1,1,1 ], "the act of allying or state of being allied; union; confederation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliance",1,1,2 ], "a formal agreement or pact, esp| a military one, between two or more countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliance",1,1,2 ], "to achieve a particular aim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alliance",1,1,3 ], "the countries involved in such an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliance",1,1,4 ], "a union between families through marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliance",1,1,5 ], "affinity or correspondence in qualities or characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliance",1,1,6 ], "a taxonomic category consisting of a group of related families; subclass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allied",1,1,1 ], "joined, as by treaty, agreement, or marriage; united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allied",1,1,2 ], "of the same type or class; related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allies",1,1,1 ], "the plural of ally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator pear",1,1,1 ], "another name for avocado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator pepper",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African zingiberaceous plant, Amomum melegueta, having red or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator pepper",1,1,1 ], "orange spicy seed capsules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alligator pepper",1,1,2 ], "the capsules or seeds of this plant, used as a spice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,1 ], "a large crocodilian, Alligator mississipiensis, of the southern U|S|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,1 ], "broader snout: family Alligatoridae (alligators and caymans)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,1 ], "powerful jaws and sharp teeth and differing from the crocodiles in having a shorter and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,2 ], "Yangtse River" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,2 ], "a similar but smaller species, A| sinensis, occurring in China near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,3 ], "any crocodilian belonging to the family Alligatoridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,4 ], "any of various tools or machines having adjustable toothed jaws, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alligator",1,1,4 ], "gripping, crushing, or compacting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alliterate",1,1,1 ], "to contain or cause to contain alliteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliterate",1,2,1 ], "to speak or write using alliteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alliteration",1,1,1 ], "necessarily the same vowel (vocalic alliteration), at the beginning of each word or each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alliteration",1,1,1 ], "stressed syllable in a line of verse, as in around the rock the ragged rascal ran" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alliteration",1,1,1 ], "the use of the same consonant (consonantal alliteration) or of a vowel, not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allium",1,1,1 ], "any liliaceous plant of the genus Allium, such as the onion, garlic, shallot," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allium",1,1,1 ], "leek, and chive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating difference, variation, or opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allocate",1,1,1 ], "to assign or allot for a particular purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allocate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for locate ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allocation",1,1,1 ], "the act of allocating or the state of being allocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allocation",1,1,2 ], "a part that is allocated; share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allocation",1,1,3 ], "a system of dividing overhead expenses between the various departments of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allocation",1,1,3 ], "business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allochthonous",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks, deposits, etc|) found in a place other than where they or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allochthonous",1,1,1 ], "constituents were formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allocution",1,1,1 ], "a formal or authoritative speech or address, esp| one that advises, informs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allocution",1,1,1 ], "or exhorts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allodial",1,1,1 ], "(of land) held as an allodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allodial",1,1,2 ], "(of tenure) characterized by or relating to the system of holding land in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allodial",1,1,2 ], "absolute ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allodial",1,1,3 ], "(of people) holding an allodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allodium",1,1,1 ], "lands held in absolute ownership, free from such obligations as rent or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allodium",1,1,1 ], "services due to an overlord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allogamy",1,1,1 ], "cross-fertilization in flowering plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allograph",1,1,1 ], "a document written by a person who is not a party to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allograph",1,1,2 ], "a signature made by one person on behalf of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allograph",1,1,3 ], "allographs in the Roman alphabet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allograph",1,1,3 ], "any of the written symbols that constitute a single grapheme: m and M are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allomerism",1,1,1 ], "composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allomerism",1,1,1 ], "similarity of crystalline structure in substances of different chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allometry",1,1,1 ], "the entire organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allometry",1,1,1 ], "the study of the growth of part of an organism in relation to the growth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allometry",1,1,2 ], "a change in proportion of any of the parts of an organism that occurs during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allometry",1,1,2 ], "growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allomorph",1,1,1 ], "any of the phonological representations of a single morpheme| For example, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allomorph",1,1,1 ], "final (s) and (z) sounds of bets and beds are allomorphs of the English noun-plural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allomorph",1,1,1 ], "morpheme" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "allomorph",1,1,2 ], "a mineral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allomorph",1,1,2 ], "any of two or more different crystalline forms of a chemical compound, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allomorphism",1,1,1 ], "variation in the crystalline form of a chemical compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allonym",1,1,1 ], "a name, often one of historical significance or that of another person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allonym",1,1,1 ], "assumed by a person, esp| an author" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allopath",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises or is skilled in allopathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allopathy",1,1,1 ], "the cause of the disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allopathy",1,1,1 ], "the usual method of treating disease, by inducing a condition different from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allopatric",1,1,1 ], "(of biological speciation or species) taking place or existing in areas that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allopatric",1,1,1 ], "are geographically isolated from one another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allophane",1,1,1 ], "a variously coloured amorphous mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allophane",1,1,1 ], "silicate and occurring in cracks in some sedimentary rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allophone",1,1,1 ], "any of several speech sounds that are regarded as contextual or environmental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allophone",1,1,1 ], "unaspirated (p) in spot are allophones of the phoneme /p/" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "allophone",1,1,1 ], "variants of the same phoneme| In English the aspirated initial (p) in pot and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alloplasm",1,1,1 ], "part of the cytoplasm that is specialized to form cilia, flagella, and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloplasm",1,1,1 ], "structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allopurinol",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic drug that reduces blood levels of uric acid and is administered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allopurinol",1,1,1 ], "orally in the treatment of gout| Formula: C5H4N4O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allot",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to assign or distribute (shares, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allot",1,1,2 ], "to designate for a particular purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allot",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) apportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allotment",1,1,1 ], "the act of allotting; apportionment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allotment",1,1,2 ], "a portion or amount allotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allotment",1,1,3 ], "a small piece of usually public land rented by an individual for cultivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allotrope",1,1,1 ], "any of two or more physical forms in which an element can exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allotropy",1,1,1 ], "elements having this property are carbon, sulphur, and phosphorus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allotropy",1,1,1 ], "the existence of an element in two or more physical forms| The most common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allottee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom something is allotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,1,1 ], "to permit (to do something); let" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,2,1 ], "to set aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,3,1 ], "to let enter or stay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,4,1 ], "to acknowledge or concede (a point, claim, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,5,1 ], "to let have; grant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,6,1 ], "to take into account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,7,1 ], "to permit; admit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,8,1 ], "to assert; maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allow",1,9,1 ], "to approve; accept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowable",1,1,1 ], "permissible; admissible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,1 ], "an amount of something, esp| money or food, given or allotted usually at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,1 ], "regular intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,2 ], "a discount, as in consideration for something given in part exchange or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,2 ], "increase business; rebate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,3 ], "a portion set aside to compensate for something or to cover special expenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,4 ], "admission; concession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,5 ], "the act of allowing; sanction; toleration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,6 ], "something allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,7 ], "make allowances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,8 ], "(usually foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,8,1 ], "to take mitigating circumstances into account in consideration (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,1,8,2 ], "to allow (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowance",1,2,1 ], "to supply (something) in limited amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allowedly",1,1,1 ], "as modifier by general admission or agreement admittedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,1,1 ], "a metallic material, such as steel, brass, or bronze, consisting of a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,1,1 ], "of two or more metals or of metallic elements with nonmetallic elements| Alloys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,1,1 ], "often have physical properties markedly different from those of the pure metals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,1,2 ], "it is added" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,1,2 ], "something that impairs the quality or reduces the value of the thing to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,3,1 ], "substance with a desired property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,3,1 ], "to add (one metal or element to another metal or element) to obtain a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,3,2 ], "to debase (a pure substance) by mixing with an inferior element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloy",1,3,3 ], "to diminish or impair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloyed junction",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor junction used in some junction transistors and formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alloyed junction",1,1,1 ], "alloying metal contacts, functioning as emitter and collector regions, to a wafer of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alloyed junction",1,1,1 ], "semiconductor that acts as the base region" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "allseed",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants that produce many seeds, such as knotgrass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allspice",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American myrtaceous tree, Pimenta officinalis, having small white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allspice",1,1,1 ], "flowers and aromatic berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allspice",1,1,2 ], "said to resemble a mixture of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allspice",1,1,2 ], "the whole or powdered seeds of this berry used as a spice, having a flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allude",1,1,1 ], "to refer indirectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allure",1,1,1 ], "attract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allure",1,1,1 ], "to entice or tempt (someone) to a person or place or to a course of action;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allure",1,2,1 ], "attractiveness; appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluring",1,1,1 ], "enticing; fascinating; attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allusion",1,1,1 ], "the act of alluding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allusion",1,1,2 ], "a passing reference; oblique or obscure mention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allusive",1,1,1 ], "containing or full of allusions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvial fan",1,1,1 ], "a fan-shaped accumulation of silt, sand, gravel, and boulders deposited by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvial fan",1,1,1 ], "fast-flowing mountain rivers when they reach flatter land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alluvial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to alluvium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvial",1,2,1 ], "another name for alluvium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvial",1,2,2 ], "alluvium containing any heavy mineral, esp| gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvion",1,1,1,1 ], "the wash of the sea or of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvion",1,1,1,2 ], "an overflow or flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvion",1,1,1,3 ], "matter deposited as sediment; alluvium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvion",1,1,2 ], "of sediment on a riverbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alluvion",1,1,2 ], "the gradual formation of new land, as by the recession of the sea or deposit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvium",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained fertile soil consisting of mud, silt, and sand deposited by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alluvium",1,1,1 ], "flowing water on flood plains, in river beds, and in estuaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ally",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to or with) to unite or be united, esp| formally, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ally",1,1,1 ], "treaty, confederation, or marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ally",1,2,1 ], "to connect or be related, as through being similar or compatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ally",1,3,1 ], "a country, person, or group allied with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ally",1,3,2 ], "a plant, animal, substance, etc|, closely related to another in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ally",1,3,2 ], "characteristics or form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pungent poisonous liquid used in the manufacture of resins," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: -129 degrees C; boiling pt|: 96|9 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "allyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "plasticizers, and other organic chemicals| Formula: CH2CHCH2OH; relative density: 0|85;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allyl resin",1,1,1 ], "allyl alcohol with a dibasic acid| They are used as adhesives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allyl resin",1,1,1 ], "any of several thermosetting synthetic resins made by polymerizing esters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allyl sulphide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (CH\2:CHCH\2)2S; relative density: 0|888; boiling pt|: 139 degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "allyl sulphide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid that smells like garlic and is used as a flavouring|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group CH2CHCH2-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "allyou",1,1,1 ], "all of you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alma mater",1,1,1 ], "one's school, college, or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almanac",1,1,1 ], "Also (archaic): almanack" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "almanac",1,1,1 ], "a yearly calendar giving statistical information on events and phenomena, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almanac",1,1,1 ], "as the phases of the moon, times of sunrise and sunset, tides, anniversaries, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "almandine",1,1,1 ], "a deep violet-red garnet that consists of iron aluminium silicate and is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almandine",1,1,1 ], "as a gemstone| Formula: Fe3Al2(SiO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "almemar",1,1,1 ], "(in Ashkenazic usage) the raised platform in a synagogue on which the reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almemar",1,1,1 ], "desk stands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "almighty" ,1, 1, 1],"all-powerful; omnipotent",1). c_DEF([ "almighty" ,1, 1, 2],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "almighty" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "almighty" ,1, 3, 1],"an almighty loud bang",1). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,1 ], "W Asia and has pink flowers and a green fruit containing an edible nutlike seed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,1 ], "a small widely cultivated rosaceous tree, Prunus amygdalus, that is native to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,2 ], "shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,2 ], "the oval-shaped nutlike edible seed of this plant, which has a yellowish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,3 ], "made of or containing almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,3,1 ], "a pale yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,3,1 ], "a yellowish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almond",1,1,4 ], "anything shaped like an almond nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almond-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having narrow oval eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almoner",1,1,1 ], "a trained hospital social worker responsible for the welfare of patients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almoner",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a person who distributes alms or charity on behalf of a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almoner",1,1,2 ], "or institution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "almonry",1,1,1 ], "the house of an almoner, usually the place where alms were given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almost",1,1,1 ], "little short of being; very nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alms",1,1,1 ], "charitable donations of money or goods to the poor or needy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almshouse",1,1,1 ], "a privately supported house offering accommodation to the aged or needy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almshouse",1,1,2 ], "another name for poorhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almsman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who gives or receives alms",1). c_DEF([ "almucantar",1,1,1 ], "a circle on the celestial sphere parallel to the horizontal plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almucantar",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for measuring altitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almuce",1,1,1 ], "a fur-lined hood or cape formerly worn by members of certain religious orders," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "almuce",1,1,1 ], "more recently by canons of France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alodium",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of allodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloe",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the liliaceous genus Aloe, chiefly native to southern Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloe",1,1,1 ], "with fleshy spiny-toothed leaves and red or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aloe",1,1,2 ], "American aloe| another name for century plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloes",1,1,1 ], "another name for eaglewood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloes",1,1,2 ], "bitter aloes| a bitter purgative drug made from the leaves of several species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloes",1,1,2 ], "of aloe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aloft",1,2,1 ], "in or into a high or higher place; up above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloft",1,2,2 ], "in or into the rigging of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloha",1,2,1 ], "Hawaiian word for hello or goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloin",1,1,1 ], "a bitter crystalline compound derived from various species of aloe and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloin",1,1,1 ], "medicinally as a laxative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alone",1,2,1 ], "apart from another or others; solitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alone",1,2,2 ], "without anyone or anything else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alone",1,2,3 ], "without equal; unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alone",1,2,4 ], "to the exclusion of others; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alone",1,2,5 ], "leave or let alone| to refrain from annoying or interfering with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alone",1,2,6 ], "leave or let well alone| to be content with the state of things as they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alone",1,2,7 ], "let alone| even less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "along",1,1,1 ], "over or for the length of, esp| in a more or less horizontal plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "along",1,2,1 ], "continuing over the length of some specified thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "along",1,2,2 ], "in accompaniment; together with some specified person or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "along",1,2,3 ], "forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "along",1,2,4 ], "to a more advanced state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "along",1,2,5 ], "along with| accompanying; together with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alongshore",1,2,1 ], "close to, by, or along a shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alongside",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) along the side of; along beside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alongside",1,2,1 ], "along the side of some specified thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloof",1,1,1 ], "distant, unsympathetic, or supercilious in manner, attitude, or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alopecia",1,1,1 ], "loss of hair, esp| on the head; baldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloud",1,2,1 ], "in a normal voice; not in a whisper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloud",1,2,2 ], "in a spoken voice; not silently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aloud",1,2,3 ], "in a loud voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alow",1,2,1 ], "in or into the lower rigging of a vessel, near the deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alp",1,1,1 ], "a high mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpaca",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated cud-chewing artiodactyl mammal, Lama pacos, closely related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpaca",1,1,1 ], "source of wool and cloth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alpaca",1,1,1 ], "the llama and native to South America: family Camelidae|Its dark shaggy hair is a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alpaca",1,1,2 ], "the wool or cloth obtained from this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpaca",1,1,3 ], "a glossy fabric simulating this, used for linings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpenglow",1,1,1 ], "a reddish light on the summits of snow-covered mountain peaks at sunset or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpenglow",1,1,1 ], "sunrise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alpenhorn",1,1,1 ], "another name for alphorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpenstock",1,1,1 ], "a stout stick with an iron tip used by hikers, mountain climbers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpestrine",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) growing at high altitudes subalpine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha and omega",1,1,1 ], "the first and last, a phrase used in Revelation 18 to signify God's eternity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha and omega",1,1,2 ], "the basic reason or meaning; most important part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha iron",1,1,1 ], "a magnetic allotrope of iron that is stable below 910 degrees C; ferrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha particle",1,1,1 ], "a helium nucleus, containing two neutrons and two protons, emitted during some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha particle",1,1,1 ], "radioactive transformations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alpha privative",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek grammar) the letter alpha (or an- before vowels) used as a negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha privative",1,1,1 ], "anaesthetic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alpha privative",1,1,1 ], "or privative prefix|It appears in English words derived from Greek, as in atheist," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alpha ray",1,1,1 ], "ionizing radiation consisting of a stream of alpha particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha rhythm",1,1,1 ], "an electroencephalograph" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alpha rhythm",1,1,1 ], "or inactive person, occurring at a frequency of 8 to 12 hertz and detectable with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alpha rhythm",1,1,1 ], "the normal bursts of electrical activity from the cerebral cortex of a drowsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,1 ], "a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,1 ], "the first letter in the Greek alphabet (#GA, #Ga), a vowel transliterated as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,2 ], "the highest grade or mark, as in an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,2,1 ], "involving or relating to helium nuclei" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,2,2 ], "relating to one of two or more allotropes or crystal structures of a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,2,3 ], "attached" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,2,3 ], "in which a group is attached to the carbon atom to which the principal group is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alpha",1,1,2,3 ], "relating to one of two or more isomeric forms of a chemical compound, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphabet",1,1,1 ], "a fixed order, each letter or sign being used to represent one or sometimes more" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alphabet",1,1,1 ], "a set of letters or other signs used in a writing system, usually arranged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphabet",1,1,1 ], "than one phoneme in the language being transcribed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alphabet",1,1,2 ], "any set of symbols or characters, esp| one representing sounds of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphabet",1,1,3 ], "basic principles or rudiments, as of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphabetical",1,1,1 ], "in the conventional order of the letters or symbols of an alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphabetical",1,1,2 ], "of, characterized by, or expressed by an alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphabetize",1,1,1 ], "to arrange in conventional alphabetical order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphabetize",1,1,2 ], "to express by an alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphanumeric",1,1,1 ], "(of a character set, code, or file of data) consisting of alphabetical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphanumeric",1,1,1 ], "numerical symbols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alphorn",1,1,1 ], "a wind instrument used in the Swiss Alps, consisting of a very long tube of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alphorn",1,1,1 ], "wood or bark with a cornet-like mouthpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alphosis",1,1,1 ], "absence of skin pigmentation, as in albinism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to high mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpine",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) growing on mountains above the limit for tree growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpine",1,1,3 ], "connected with or used in mountaineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpine",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to events such as the slalom and downhill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alpinist",1,1,1 ], "a mountain climber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "already",1,1,1 ], "by or before a stated or implied time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "already",1,1,2 ], "at a time earlier than expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alright",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of all right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alsike",1,1,1 ], "a clover, Trifolium hybridum, native to Europe and Asia but widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alsike",1,1,1 ], "as a forage crop| It has trifoliate leaves and pink or whitish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "also",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "also",1,1,2 ], "in addition; as well; too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "also",1,2,1 ], "besides; moreover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "also-ran",1,1,1 ], "a contestant, horse, etc|, failing to finish among the first three in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "also-ran",1,1,2 ], "an unsuccessful person; loser or nonentity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alt",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of vocal music) high in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alt",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the octave commencing with the G above the top line of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alt",1,1,2 ], "treble staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alt",1,2,1 ], "in alt| in the octave directly above the treble staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altar boy",1,1,1 ], "Church, Church of England| a boy serving as an acolyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altar",1,1,1 ], "a raised place or structure where sacrifices are offered and religious rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altar",1,1,1 ], "performed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altar",1,1,2 ], "(in Christian churches) the communion table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altar",1,1,3 ], "a step in the wall of a dry dock upon which structures supporting a vessel can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altar",1,1,3 ], "stand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altar",1,1,4 ], "lead to the altar| Informal| to marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altarpiece",1,1,1 ], "a work of art set above and behind an altar; a reredos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altazimuth",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the altitude and azimuth of a celestial body by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altazimuth",1,1,1 ], "the horizontal and vertical rotation of a telescope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alter ego",1,1,1 ], "a second self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alter ego",1,1,2 ], "a very close and intimate friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alter",1,1,1 ], "to make or become different in some respect; change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alter",1,2,1 ], "a euphemistic word for castrate or spay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alteration",1,1,1 ], "an adjustment, change, or modification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alteration",1,1,2 ], "the act of altering or state of being altered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alterative",1,1,1 ], "likely or able to produce alteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alterative",1,1,2 ], "(of a drug) able to restore normal health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alterative",1,2,1 ], "a drug that restores normal health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altercate",1,1,1 ], "to argue, esp| heatedly dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altercation",1,1,1 ], "an angry or heated discussion or quarrel; argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altered chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord in which one or more notes are chromatically changed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altered chord",1,1,1 ], "introduction of accidentals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alternant",1,1,1 ], "alternating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate angles",1,1,1 ], "lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alternate angles",1,1,1 ], "two angles at opposite ends and on opposite sides of a transversal cutting two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with) to occur or cause to occur successively or by turns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,2,1 ], "to swing repeatedly from one condition, action, etc|, to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,3,1 ], "to interchange regularly or in succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,4,1 ], "(of an electric current, voltage, etc|) to reverse direction or sign at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,4,1 ], "regular intervals, usually sinusoidally, the instantaneous value varying continuously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,5,1 ], "to understudy another actor or actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,6,1 ], "occurring by turns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,6,2 ], "every other or second one of a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,6,3 ], "being a second or further choice; alternative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,6,3,1 ], "(of leaves, flowers, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,6,4 ], "arranged singly at different heights on either side of the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,6,4,2 ], "(of parts of a flower) arranged opposite the spaces between other parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternate",1,7,1 ], "a person who substitutes for another in his absence; stand-in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternately",1,1,1 ], "in an alternating sequence or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternating current",1,1,1 ], "a continuous electric current that reverses direction sinusoidally with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternating current",1,1,1 ], "frequency independent of the characteristics of the circuit through which it flows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alternating-gradient focusing",1,1,1 ], "a method of focusing beams of charged particles in high-energy accelerators," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternating-gradient focusing",1,1,1 ], "diverge the beam, producing a net focusing effect and thus preventing the beam from" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alternating-gradient focusing",1,1,1 ], "in which a series of magnetic or electrostatic lenses alternately converge and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alternating-gradient focusing",1,1,1 ], "spreading" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "alternation of generations",1,1,1 ], "sexual reproductive forms| It occurs in many plants and lower animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alternation of generations",1,1,1 ], "the production within the life cycle of an organism of alternating asexual and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternation",1,1,1 ], "repeatedly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alternation",1,1,1 ], "successive change from one condition or action to another and back again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternation",1,1,2 ], "another name for disjunction ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternative",1,1,1 ], "a possibility of choice, esp| between two things, courses of action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternative",1,1,2 ], "either of such choices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternative",1,2,1 ], "presenting a choice, esp| between two possibilities only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternative",1,2,2 ], "(of two things) mutually exclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternative",1,2,3 ], "another word for disjunctive ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alternator",1,1,1 ], "an electrical machine that generates an alternating current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "althaea",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian plant of the malvaceous genus Althaea, such as the hollyhock," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "althaea",1,1,1 ], "having tall spikes of showy white, yellow, or red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "althaea",1,1,2 ], "another name for rose of Sharon ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "althorn",1,1,1 ], "a valved brass musical instrument belonging to the saxhorn or flugelhorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "althorn",1,1,1 ], "families" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "although",1,1,1 ], "despite the fact that even though" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alti-",1,1,1 ], "indicating height or altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altimeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that indicates height above sea level, esp| one based on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altimeter",1,1,1 ], "aneroid barometer and fitted to an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altimetry",1,1,1 ], "the science of measuring altitudes, as with an altimeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altissimo",1,1,1 ], "(of music) very high in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altissimo",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the octave commencing on the G lying an octave above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altissimo",1,1,2 ], "treble clef" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altissimo",1,2,1 ], "in altissimo| in the octave commencing an octave above the treble clef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altitude",1,1,1 ], "level; elevation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altitude",1,1,1 ], "the vertical height of an object above some chosen level, esp| above sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altitude",1,1,2 ], "the perpendicular distance from the base of a figure to the opposite vertex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altitude",1,1,3 ], "the angular distance of a celestial body from the horizon measured along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altitude",1,1,3 ], "vertical circle passing through the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altitude",1,1,4 ], "the angle of elevation of a point above the horizontal plane of the observer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altitude",1,1,5 ], "a high place or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto clef",1,1,1 ], "the clef that establishes middle C as being on the third line of the staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto horn",1,1,1 ], "another term for althorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,1,1 ], "below middle C up to D a ninth above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,1,1 ], "the lowest female voice, usually having a range approximately from F a fifth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,1,2 ], "the highest adult male voice; countertenor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,1,3 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,1,4 ], "another name for viola ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,1,5 ], "a flute, saxophone, etc|, that is the third or fourth highest instrument in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,1,5 ], "its group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,2,1 ], "denoting a flute, saxophone, etc|, that is the third or fourth highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto",1,2,1 ], "instrument in its group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alto-",1,1,1 ], "high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alto-relievo",1,1,1 ], "another name for high relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altocumulus",1,1,1 ], "a globular cloud at an intermediate height of about 2400 to 6000 metres (8000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altocumulus",1,1,1 ], "to 20,000 feet)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altogether",1,1,1 ], "with everything included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altogether",1,1,2 ], "completely; utterly; totally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altogether",1,1,3 ], "on the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altogether",1,2,1 ], "in the altogether| Informal| naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altostratus",1,1,1 ], "20,000 feet)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altostratus",1,1,1 ], "a layer cloud at an intermediate height of about 2400 to 6000 metres (8000 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altricial",1,1,1 ], "(of young birds after hatching) naked, blind, and dependent on the parents for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altricial",1,1,1 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "altricial",1,2,1 ], "an altricial bird, such as a pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "altruism",1,1,1 ], "the principle or practice of unselfish concern for the welfare of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alt|",1,1,1 ], "alternate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alt|",1,1,2 ], "altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alt|",1,1,3 ], "alto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aludel",1,1,1 ], "a pear-shaped vessel, open at both ends, formerly used with similar vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aludel",1,1,1 ], "for collecting condensates, esp| of subliming mercury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alula",1,1,1 ], "another name for bastard wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alum",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble hydrated double sulphate of aluminium and potassium used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alum",1,1,1 ], "and in medicine as a styptic and astringent| Formula: KAl(SO\4)2|12H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alum",1,1,1 ], "in the manufacture of mordants and pigments, in dressing leather and sizing paper," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alum",1,1,2 ], "and a trivalent metal| Formula: XY(SO\4)2|12H2O, where X is monovalent and Y is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alum",1,1,2 ], "any of a group of isomorphic double sulphates of a monovalent metal or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alum",1,1,2 ], "trivalent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alumina",1,1,1 ], "another name for aluminium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminate",1,1,1 ], "a salt of the ortho or meta acid forms of aluminium hydroxide containing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminate",1,1,1 ], "ions AlO'-2 or AlO'33'-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aluminiferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or yielding aluminium or alumina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "Al2O3|3H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline powder derived from bauxite and used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "glass and ceramics, aluminium and its salts, and in dyeing| Formula: Al(OH)3 or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless insoluble powder occurring naturally as corundum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium oxide",1,1,1 ], "ceramics| Formula: Al2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium oxide",1,1,1 ], "used in the production of aluminium and its compounds, abrasives, glass, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline salt used in the paper, textile, and dyeing industries and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "in the purification of water| Formula: Al2(SO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium",1,1,1 ], "a light malleable ductile silvery-white metallic element that resists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium",1,1,1 ], "alloys, in aircraft parts, kitchen utensils, etc| Symbol: Al; atomic no|: 13; atomic" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 2467 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium",1,1,1 ], "corrosion; the third most abundant element in the earth's crust (8|1 per cent), occurring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium",1,1,1 ], "only as a compound, principally in bauxite| It is used, esp| in the form of its" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aluminium",1,1,1 ], "wt|: 26|981; valency: 3; relative density: 2|699; melting pt|: 660|2 degrees C;" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "aluminize",1,1,1 ], "to cover with aluminium or aluminium paint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminothermy",1,1,1 ], "The mixture of aluminium and oxide is ignited, causing the aluminium to be oxidized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aluminothermy",1,1,1 ], "a process for reducing metallic oxides using finely divided aluminium powder|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminothermy",1,1,1 ], "and the metal oxide to be reduced to the metal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aluminous",1,1,1 ], "resembling aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aluminous",1,1,2 ], "another word for aluminiferous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alumnus" ,1, 1, 1],"a graduate of a school",1). c_DEF([ "alumroot",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American plants of the saxifragaceous genus Heuchera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alumroot",1,1,1 ], "having small white, reddish, or green bell-shaped flowers and astringent roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alumroot",1,1,2 ], "the root of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alum|",1,1,1 ], "aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alunite",1,1,1 ], "It occurs in volcanic igneous rocks and is a source of potassium and aluminium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alunite",1,1,1 ], "a white, grey, or reddish mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium sulphate|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alunite",1,1,1 ], "compounds| Formula: KAl3(SO\4)2(OH)6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "alveolar",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling an alveolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolar",1,1,2 ], "denoting the part of the jawbone containing the roots of the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolar",1,1,3 ], "(of a consonant) articulated with the tongue in contact with the projecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolar",1,1,3 ], "part of the jawbone immediately behind the upper teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alveolar",1,2,1 ], "English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alveolar",1,2,1 ], "an alveolar consonant, such as the speech sounds written t, d, and s in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolate",1,1,1 ], "having many alveoli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolate",1,1,2 ], "resembling the deep pits of a honeycomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolus",1,1,1 ], "any small pit, cavity, or saclike dilation, such as a honeycomb cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolus",1,1,2 ], "any of the sockets in which the roots of the teeth are embedded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolus",1,1,3 ], "any of the tiny air sacs in the lungs at the end of the bronchioles, through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alveolus",1,1,3 ], "which oxygen is taken into the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "alvine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the intestines or belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "always",1,1,1 ], "without exception; on every occasion; every time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "always",1,1,2 ], "continually; repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "always",1,1,3 ], "in any case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "always",1,1,4 ], "for always| Informal| for ever; without end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alyssum",1,1,1 ], "any widely cultivated herbaceous garden plant of the genus Alyssum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "alyssum",1,1,1 ], "clusters of small yellow or white flowers: family Cruciferae (crucifers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "al|" ,1, 1, 1],"alcohol",1). c_DEF([ "am",1,1,1 ], "(used with I) a form of the present tense (indicative mood) of be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amadavat",1,1,1 ], "another name for avadavat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amadou",1,1,1 ], "Fomes)fomentarius and related species, used as tinder to light fires and in medicine to stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amadou",1,1,1 ], "a spongy substance made from certain fungi, such as Polyporus (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amadou",1,1,1 ], "bleeding" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amah",1,1,1 ], "(in the East, esp| formerly) a nurse or maidservant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amain",1,1,1 ], "with great strength, speed, or haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgam",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of mercury with another metal, esp| with silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgam",1,1,2 ], "a rare white metallic mineral that consists of silver and mercury and occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgam",1,1,2 ], "in deposits of silver and cinnabar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amalgam",1,1,3 ], "a blend or combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgamate",1,1,1 ], "to combine or cause to combine; unite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgamate",1,1,2 ], "to alloy (a metal) with mercury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgamation",1,1,1 ], "the action or process of amalgamating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgamation",1,1,2 ], "the state of being amalgamated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgamation",1,1,3 ], "a method of extracting precious metals from their ores by treatment with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amalgamation",1,1,3 ], "mercury to form an amalgam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amalgamation",1,1,4 ], "another word for merger ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amanita",1,1,1 ], "agaric" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "amanita",1,1,1 ], "any of various saprophytic agaricaceous fungi constituting the genus Amanita," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amanita",1,1,1 ], "having white gills and a broken membranous ring (volva) around the stalk| The genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amanita",1,1,1 ], "includes several highly poisonous species, such as death cap, destroying angel, and fly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amanuensis",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to take dictation or to copy manuscripts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaranth",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary flower that never fades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaranth",1,1,2 ], "any of numerous tropical and temperate plants of the genus Amaranthus, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaranth",1,1,2 ], "tassel-like heads of small green, red, or purple flowers: family Amaranthaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amaranthaceous",1,1,1 ], "amaranths and cockscomb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amaranthaceous",1,1,1 ], "of tropical and temperate herbaceous or shrubby flowering plants that includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amaranthaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Amaranthaceae (or Amarantaceae), a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaranthine",1,1,1 ], "of a dark reddish-purple colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaranthine",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling the amaranth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amarelle",1,1,1 ], "a variety of sour cherry that has pale red fruit and colourless juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaryllidaceous",1,1,1 ], "amaryllis, snowdrop, narcissus, and daffodil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amaryllidaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Amaryllidaceae, a tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaryllidaceous",1,1,1 ], "subtropical family of widely cultivated flowering plants having bulbs and including the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amaryllis",1,1,1 ], "an amaryllidaceous plant, Amaryllis belladonna, native to southern Africa and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaryllis",1,1,1 ], "having large lily-like reddish or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amaryllis",1,1,2 ], "any of several related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amass",1,1,1 ], "to accumulate or collect (esp| riches, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amass",1,1,2 ], "to gather in a heap; bring together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,1,1 ], "a person who engages in an activity, esp| a sport, as a pastime rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,1,1 ], "professionally or for gain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,1,2 ], "an athlete or sportsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,1,3 ], "a person unskilled in or having only a superficial knowledge of a subject or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,1,3 ], "activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,1,4 ], "a person who is fond of or admires something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,1,5 ], "consisting of or for amateurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amateur",1,2,1 ], "amateurish; not professional or expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amateurish",1,1,1 ], "lacking professional skill or expertise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amative",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for amorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amatol",1,1,1 ], "an explosive mixture of ammonium nitrate and TNT, used in shells and bombs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amatory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or inciting sexual love or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaurosis",1,1,1 ], "blindness, esp| when occurring without observable damage to the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaut",1,1,1 ], "a hood on an Eskimo woman's parka for carrying a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaze",1,1,1 ], "to fill with incredulity or surprise; astonish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaze",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for bewilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amaze",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for amazement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amazement",1,1,1 ], "incredulity or great astonishment; complete wonder or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amazement",1,1,2 ], "bewilderment or consternation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amazing",1,1,1 ], "causing wonder or astonishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amazon ant",1,1,1 ], "any of several small reddish ants of the genus Polyergus, esp| P| rufescens," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amazon ant",1,1,1 ], "that enslave the young of other ant species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amazon",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American parrots of the genus Amazona, such as A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amazon",1,1,1 ], "farinosa (green amazon), having a short tail and mainly green plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amazonite",1,1,1 ], "a green variety of microcline used as a gemstone| Formula: KAlSi3O8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambage",1,1,1 ], "circuitous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambary",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian malvaceous plant, Hibiscus cannabinus, that yields a fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambary",1,1,1 ], "similar to jute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambary",1,1,2 ], "the fibre derived from this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,1 ], "of the highest rank, accredited as permanent representative to another country or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,1 ], "short for ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary;a diplomatic minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,1 ], "sovereign" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,2 ], "ambassador extraordinary| a diplomatic minister of the highest rank sent on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,2 ], "special mission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,3 ], "ambassador plenipotentiary| a diplomatic minister of the first rank with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,3 ], "treaty-signing powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,4 ], "ambassador-at-large| U|S| an ambassador with special duties who may be sent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,4 ], "more than one government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambassador",1,1,5 ], "an authorized representative or messenger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,1,1 ], "a medium to dark brownish-yellow colour, often somewhat orange, similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,1,1 ], "a yellow or yellowish-brown hard translucent fossil resin derived from extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,1,1 ], "coniferous trees that occurs in Tertiary deposits and often contains trapped insects| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,1,1 ], "is used for jewellery, ornaments, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,1,1 ], "that of the resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amber",1,1,2 ], "an amber traffic light used as a warning between red and green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambergris",1,1,1 ], "a waxy substance consisting mainly of cholesterol secreted by the intestinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambergris",1,1,1 ], "of perfumes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ambergris",1,1,1 ], "tract of the sperm whale and often found floating in the sea: used in the manufacture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amberjack",1,1,1 ], "any of several large carangid fishes of the genus Seriola, esp| S| dumerili," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amberjack",1,1,1 ], "waters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amberjack",1,1,1 ], "with golden markings when young, occurring in tropical and subtropical Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amberoid",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic amber made by compressing pieces of amber and other resins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amberoid",1,1,1 ], "together at a high temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambi-",1,1,1 ], "indicating both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambidextrous",1,1,1 ], "equally expert with each hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambidextrous",1,1,2 ], "highly skilled or adept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambidextrous",1,1,3 ], "underhanded; deceitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambience",1,1,1 ], "the atmosphere of a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambient",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the immediate surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambiguity",1,1,1 ], "vagueness or uncertainty of meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambiguity",1,1,2 ], "an instance of this, as in the sentence they are cooking apples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambiguity",1,1,3 ], "an ambiguous phrase, statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambiguous",1,1,1 ], "having more than one possible interpretation or meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambiguous",1,1,2 ], "difficult to understand or classify; obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambit",1,1,1 ], "scope or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambit",1,1,2 ], "limits, boundary, or circumference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambition",1,1,1 ], "strong desire for success, achievement, or distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambition",1,1,2 ], "something so desired; goal; aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambitious",1,1,1 ], "having a strong desire for success or achievement; wanting power, money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambitious",1,1,2 ], "necessitating extraordinary effort or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambitious",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by of) having a great desire (for something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambivalence",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambivalence",1,1,1 ], "the simultaneous existence of two opposed and conflicting attitudes, emotions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambivert",1,1,1 ], "a person who is intermediate between an extravert and an introvert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amble",1,1,1 ], "to walk at a leisurely relaxed pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amble",1,1,2 ], "(of a horse) to move slowly, lifting both legs on one side together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amble",1,1,3 ], "to ride a horse at an amble or leisurely pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amble",1,2,1 ], "a leisurely motion in walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amble",1,2,2 ], "a leisurely walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amble",1,2,3 ], "the ambling gait of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amblygonite",1,1,1 ], "a white or greyish mineral consisting of lithium aluminium fluophosphate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amblygonite",1,1,1 ], "triclinic crystalline form| It is a source of lithium| Formula: LiAl(PO\4)(F,OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amblyopia",1,1,1 ], "impaired vision with no discernible damage to the eye or optic nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambo",1,1,1 ], "early Christian churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambo",1,1,1 ], "either of two raised pulpits from which the gospels and epistles were read in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amboceptor",1,1,1 ], "an immune body formed in the blood during infection or immunization that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amboceptor",1,1,1 ], "serves to link the complement to the antigen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amboyna",1,1,1 ], "Pterocarpus indicus, used in making furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amboyna",1,1,1 ], "the mottled curly-grained wood of an Indonesian papilionaceous tree," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambroid",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of amberoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia beetle",1,1,1 ], "Scolytidae (bark beetles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various small beetles of the genera Anisandrus, Xyleborus, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia beetle",1,1,1 ], "bore tunnels into solid wood, feeding on fungi growing in the tunnels: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia",1,1,1 ], "the food of the gods, said to bestow immortality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia",1,1,2 ], "anything particularly delightful to taste or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia",1,1,3 ], "another name for beebread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia",1,1,4 ], "any of various herbaceous plants constituting the genus Ambrosia, mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia",1,1,4 ], "includes the ragweeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ambrosia",1,1,4 ], "native to America but widely naturalized: family Compositae (composites)| The genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambrotype",1,1,1 ], "an early type of glass negative that could be made to appear as a positive by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambrotype",1,1,1 ], "backing it with black varnish or paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambry" ,1, 1, 1],"bry n|, pl| bries",1). c_DEF([ "ambry" ,1, 1, 2],"a recessed cupboard in the wall of a church near the altar, used to store",1). c_DEF([ "ambry" ,1, 1, 2],"sacred vessels, etc",2). c_DEF([ "ambry" ,1, 1, 3],"a small cupboard or other storage space",1). c_DEF([ "ambsace",1,1,1 ], "double ace, the lowest throw at dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambsace",1,1,2 ], "bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambulacrum",1,1,1 ], "any of five radial bands on the ventral surface of echinoderms, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambulacrum",1,1,1 ], "starfish and sea urchin, on which the tube feet are situated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambulance chaser",1,1,1 ], "a lawyer who seeks to encourage and profit from the lawsuits of accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambulance chaser",1,1,1 ], "victims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambulance",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle designed to carry sick or injured people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambulant",1,1,1 ], "moving about from place to place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambulant",1,1,2 ], "another word for ambulatory ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambulate",1,1,1 ], "to wander about or move from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambuscade",1,1,1 ], "an ambush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambuscade",1,2,1 ], "to ambush or lie in ambush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambush",1,1,1 ], "attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ambush",1,1,1 ], "the act of waiting in a concealed position in order to launch a surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambush",1,1,2 ], "a surprise attack from such a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambush",1,1,3 ], "the concealed position from which such an attack is launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambush",1,1,4 ], "the person or persons waiting to launch such an attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambush",1,2,1 ], "to lie in wait (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ambush",1,3,1 ], "to attack suddenly from a concealed position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ameba",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of amoeba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ameer",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of emir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ameer",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the ruler of Afghanistan; amir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ameliorate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become better; improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amelioration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of ameliorating or the state of being ameliorated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amelioration",1,1,2 ], "something that ameliorates; an improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amelioration",1,1,3 ], "a change from pejorative to neutral or positively pleasant| The word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amelioration",1,1,4 ], "foolish, silly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amelioration",1,1,4 ], "nice has achieved its modern meaning by amelioration from the earlier sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amen corner",1,1,1 ], "the part of a church, usually to one side of the pulpit, occupied by people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amen corner",1,1,1 ], "who lead the responsive amens during the service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amen",1,1,1 ], "So be it! A term used at the end of a prayer or religious statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amen",1,2,1 ], "the use of the word amen, as at the end of a prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amen",1,2,2 ], "say amen to| to give assent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amenable",1,1,1 ], "open or susceptible to suggestion; likely to listen, cooperate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amenable",1,1,2 ], "accountable for behaviour to some authority; answerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amenable",1,1,3 ], "capable of being or liable to be tested, judged, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amend",1,1,1 ], "to improve; change for the better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amend",1,1,2 ], "to remove faults from; correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amend",1,1,3 ], "to alter or revise (legislation, a constitution, etc|) by formal procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amendatory",1,1,1 ], "serving to amend; corrective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amendment",1,1,1 ], "the act of amending; correction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amendment",1,1,2 ], "an addition, alteration, or improvement to a motion, document, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amends",1,1,1 ], "recompense or compensation given or gained for some injury, insult, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amenity",1,1,1 ], "a useful or pleasant facility or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amenity",1,1,2 ], "the fact or condition of being pleasant or agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amenity",1,1,3 ], "a social courtesy or pleasantry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amenorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "abnormal absence of menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ament",1,1,1 ], "another name for catkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ament",2,1,1 ], "a mentally deficient person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amentia",1,1,1 ], "severe mental deficiency, usually congenital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amerce",1,1,1 ], "to punish by a fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amerce",1,1,2 ], "to punish with any arbitrary penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "americium",1,1,1 ], "13|67; melting pt|: 995 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2607 degrees C (est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "americium",1,1,1 ], "a white metallic transuranic element artificially produced from plutonium| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "americium",1,1,1 ], "is used as an alpha-particle source| Symbol: Am; atomic no|: 95; half-life of most" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "americium",1,1,1 ], "stable isotope, '2'4'3Am: 7|4 X 10'3 years; valency: 3,4,5, or 6; relative density:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amesace",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ambsace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amethyst",1,1,1 ], "SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amethyst",1,1,1 ], "a purple or violet transparent variety of quartz used as a gemstone| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amethyst",1,1,2 ], "a purple variety of sapphire; oriental amethyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amethyst",1,1,3 ], "the purple colour of amethyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ametropia",1,1,1 ], "loss of ability to focus images on the retina, caused by an imperfection in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ametropia",1,1,1 ], "the refractive function of the eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ami",1,1,1 ], "a male friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amiable",1,1,1 ], "having or displaying a pleasant or agreeable nature; friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amianthus",1,1,1 ], "any of the fine silky varieties of asbestos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amicable",1,1,1 ], "characterized by friendliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amice",1,1,1 ], "a rectangular piece of white linen worn by priests around the neck and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amice",1,1,1 ], "shoulders under the alb or, formerly, on the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amice",2,1,1 ], "another word for almuce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amicus curiae",1,1,1 ], "a person not directly engaged in a case who advises the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amid",1,1,1 ], "in the middle of; among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amide",1,1,1 ], "any organic compound containing the group -CONH2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amide",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, containing, or concerned with the group -CONH2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amide",1,1,3 ], "an inorganic compound having the general formula M(NH\2)x, where M is a metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amide",1,1,3 ], "atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amido-",1,1,1 ], "(in chemistry) indicating the presence of an amide group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amidships",1,2,1 ], "at, near, or towards the centre of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amie",1,1,1 ], "a female friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amigo",1,1,1 ], "a friend; comrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amine",1,1,1 ], "ammonia by organic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amine",1,1,1 ], "an organic base formed by replacing one or more of the hydrogen atoms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amino acid",1,1,1 ], "and one or more carboxyl groups, -COOH| They are the component molecules of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amino acid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of organic compounds containing one or more amino groups, -NH2," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amino acid",1,1,1 ], "proteins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amino resin",1,1,1 ], "aldehydes| Amino resins are used as adhesives and as coatings for paper and textiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amino resin",1,1,1 ], "any thermosetting synthetic resin formed by copolymerization of amines with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amino",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the group of atoms -NH2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amino-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the presence of an amino group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aminobenzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "NH2C6H4COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aminobenzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a derivative of benzoic acid existing in three isomeric forms, the para- form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aminobenzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "being used in the manufacture of dyes and sunburn preventatives| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aminophenol",1,1,1 ], "a dye intermediate (meta- and ortho-), in dyeing hair, fur, and textiles (ortho-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aminophenol",1,1,1 ], "and para-), and as a photographic developer (para-)| Formula: C6H4NH2OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aminophenol",1,1,1 ], "any of three isomeric forms that are white soluble crystalline solids, used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aminopyrine",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline compound used to reduce pain and fever| Formula: C13H17N3O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amir",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of emir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amir",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the ruler of Afghanistan; ameer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amiss",1,1,1 ], "in an incorrect, inappropriate, or defective manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amiss",1,1,2 ], "take amiss| to feel offended by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amiss",1,2,1 ], "wrong, incorrect, or faulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amitosis",1,1,1 ], "an unusual form of cell division in which the nucleus and cytoplasm divide by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amitosis",1,1,1 ], "constriction without the formation of chromosomes; direct cell division" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amity",1,1,1 ], "friendship; cordiality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring an electric current in amperes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammine",1,1,1 ], "a compound that has molecules containing one or more ammonia molecules bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammine",1,1,1 ], "to another molecule, group, or atom by coordinate bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammo",1,1,1 ], "short for ammunition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammocoete",1,1,1 ], "buried in mud and feeds on microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammocoete",1,1,1 ], "the larva of primitive jawless vertebrates, such as the lamprey, that lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonal",1,1,1 ], "an explosive made by mixing TNT, ammonium nitrate, and aluminium powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonate",1,1,1 ], "another name for ammine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonia solution",1,1,1 ], "another name for ammonium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonia",1,1,1 ], "Formula: NH3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ammonia",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pungent highly soluble gas mainly used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonia",1,1,1 ], "fertilizers, nitric acid, and other nitrogenous compounds and as a refrigerant and solvent|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonia",1,1,2 ], "short for aqueous ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammoniac",1,1,1 ], "a variant of ammoniacal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammoniac",2,1,1 ], "a strong-smelling gum resin obtained from the stems of the N Asian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammoniac",2,1,1 ], "perfume, and in porcelain cement" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ammoniac",2,1,1 ], "umbelliferous plant Dorema ammoniacum and formerly used as an expectorant, stimulant," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammoniacal",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, using, or resembling ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammoniate",1,1,1 ], "to unite or treat with ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammoniate",1,2,1 ], "another name for ammine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with ammonia or ammonium compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonify",1,1,1 ], "to treat or impregnate with ammonia or a compound of ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonite",1,1,1 ], "any extinct marine cephalopod mollusc of the order Ammonoidea, which were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonite",1,1,1 ], "common in Mesozoic times and had a coiled partitioned shell| Their closest modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonite",1,1,1 ], "relative is the pearly nautilus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ammonite",1,1,2 ], "the shell of any of these animals, commonly occurring as a fossil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonite",2,1,1 ], "an explosive consisting mainly of ammonium nitrate with smaller amounts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonite",2,1,1 ], "other substances, such as TNT" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonite",2,1,2 ], "a nitrogenous fertilizer made from animal wastes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbamate",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble crystalline compound produced by reaction between dry ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbamate",1,1,1 ], "and carbon dioxide and used as a nitrogen fertilizer| Formula: (NH\4)CO2NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "an unstable pungent soluble white powder that is a double salt of ammonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "bicarbonate and ammonium carbamate: used in the manufacture of baking powder, smelling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "salts, and ammonium compounds| Formula: (NH\4)HCO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbonate",1,1,2 ], "(NH\4)CO2NH2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbonate",1,1,3 ], "Formula: (NH\4)2CO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium carbonate",1,1,3 ], "an unstable substance that is produced by treating this compound with ammonia|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium chloride",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble crystalline solid used chiefly as an electrolyte in dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium chloride",1,1,1 ], "batteries and as a mordant and soldering flux| Formula: NH4Cl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pungent solution of ammonia and water, containing ammonium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "hydroxyl ions and used in the manufacture of rayon, rubber, and plastics, in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "photography, in pharmaceuticals, and as a household cleanser| Formula: NH4OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium nitrate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless highly soluble crystalline solid used mainly as a fertilizer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium nitrate",1,1,1 ], "in explosives and pyrotechnics| Formula: NH4NO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble crystalline solid used mainly as a fertilizer and in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "purification| Formula: (NH\4)2SO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group NH4- or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammonium",1,1,1 ], "ion NH'4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammunition",1,1,1 ], "any projectiles, such as bullets, rockets, etc|, that can be discharged from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammunition",1,1,1 ], "weapon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammunition",1,1,2 ], "bombs, missiles, chemicals, biological agents, nuclear materials, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ammunition",1,1,2 ], "capable of use as weapons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ammunition",1,1,3 ], "any means of defence or attack, as in an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amnesia",1,1,1 ], "partial or total loss of memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amnesty" ,1, 1, 1],"a general pardon, esp| for offences against a government",1). c_DEF([ "amnesty" ,1, 1, 2],"a period during which a law is suspended to allow offenders to admit their",1). c_DEF([ "amnesty" ,1, 1, 2],"crime without fear of prosecution",2). c_DEF([ "amnesty" ,1, 1, 3],"a pardon granted by the Crown and effected by statute, effective for a limited",1). c_DEF([ "amnesty" ,1, 1, 3],"period of time",2). c_DEF([ "amnesty" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to overlook or forget (an offence)",1). c_DEF([ "amniocentesis",1,1,1 ], "removal of some amniotic fluid for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amnion",1,1,1 ], "reptile, bird, or mammal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amnion",1,1,1 ], "the innermost of two membranes (see also chorion) enclosing an embryonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoeba",1,1,1 ], "Sarcodina|They live in fresh water or soil or as parasites in man and animals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amoeba",1,1,1 ], "any protozoan of the order Amoebida, esp| any of the genus Amoeba, able to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoeba",1,1,1 ], "change shape because of the movements of cell processes (pseudopodia): class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amoebaean",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to lines of verse dialogue that answer each other alternately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoebiasis",1,1,1 ], "histolytica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amoebiasis",1,1,1 ], "infection, esp| of the intestines, caused by the parasitic amoeba Endamoeba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoebic dysentery",1,1,1 ], "histolytica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amoebic dysentery",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the intestines caused by the parasitic amoeba Endamoeba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoebocyte",1,1,1 ], "any amoeboid cell found in the blood and body fluids| Some kinds, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoebocyte",1,1,1 ], "phagocytic white blood cell, can engulf foreign particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amoeboid",1,1,1 ], "of, related to, or resembling amoebae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amok",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of amuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "among",1,1,1 ], "in the midst of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "among",1,1,2 ], "to each of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "among",1,1,3 ], "in the group, class, or number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "among",1,1,4 ], "taken out of (a group)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "among",1,1,5 ], "with one another within a group; by the joint action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amontillado",1,1,1 ], "a medium dry Spanish sherry, not as pale in colour as a fino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amor patriae",1,1,1 ], "love of one's country; patriotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoral" ,1, 1, 1],"having no moral quality; non-moral",1). c_DEF([ "amoral" ,1, 1, 2],"without moral standards or principles",1). c_DEF([ "amoretto",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in painting) a small chubby naked boy representing a cupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amorist",1,1,1 ], "a lover or a writer about love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoroso",1,2,1 ], "lovingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amoroso",1,3,1 ], "a rich sweetened sherry of a dark colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amorous",1,1,1 ], "inclined towards or displaying love or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amorous",1,1,2 ], "in love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amorous",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amorphous",1,1,1 ], "lacking a definite shape; formless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amorphous",1,1,2 ], "of no recognizable character or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amorphous",1,1,3 ], "(of chemicals, rocks, etc|) not having a crystalline structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amortization",1,1,1,1 ], "the process of amortizing a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amortization",1,1,1,2 ], "the money devoted to amortizing a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amortization",1,1,2 ], "(in computing the redemption yield on a bond purchased at a premium) the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amortization",1,1,2 ], "amount that is subtracted from the annual yield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amortize",1,1,1 ], "to liquidate (a debt, mortgage, etc|) by instalment payments or by periodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amortize",1,1,1 ], "transfers to a sinking fund" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amortize",1,1,2 ], "to write off (a wasting asset) by annual transfers to a sinking fund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amortize",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) to transfer (lands, etc|) in mortmain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amount",1,1,1 ], "extent; quantity; supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amount",1,1,2 ], "the total of two or more quantities; sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amount",1,1,3 ], "the full value, effect, or significance of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amount",1,1,4 ], "a principal sum plus the interest on it, as in a loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amount",1,2,1 ], "to be equal or add up in effect, meaning, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amour",1,1,1 ], "a love affair, esp| a secret or illicit one| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amour-propre" ,1, 1, 1],"(amu$:rpr@$pr)",1). c_DEF([ "amour-propre" ,1, 2, 1],"self-respec",1). c_DEF([ "amowt",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of amaut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampelopsis",1,1,1 ], "Asia and America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ampelopsis",1,1,1 ], "any woody vine of the vitaceous genus Ampelopsis, of tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amperage",1,1,1 ], "current of an electrical component or device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amperage",1,1,1 ], "the strength of an electric current measured in amperes, esp| the rated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampere",1,1,1 ], "between them| 1 ampere is equivalent to 1 coulomb per second" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ampere",1,1,1 ], "maintained in two parallel conductors of infinite length and negligible cross section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ampere",1,1,1 ], "placed 1 metre apart in a vacuum, produces a force of 2 X 10'-'7 newton per metre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ampere",1,1,1 ], "the basic SI unit of electric current; the constant current that, when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampere",1,1,2 ], "0|001118 gram per second| 1 international ampere equals 0|999835 ampere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ampere",1,1,2 ], "a former unit of electric current (international ampere); the current that," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampere",1,1,2 ], "when passed through a solution of silver nitrate, deposits silver at the rate of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ampere-hour",1,1,1 ], "a practical unit of quantity of electricity; the quantity that flows in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampere-hour",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to 3600 coulombs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ampere-hour",1,1,1 ], "hour through a conductor carrying a current of one ampere| 1 ampere-hour is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ampere-turn",1,1,1 ], "a unit of magnetomotive force; the magnetomotive force produced by a current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampere-turn",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to 4r/10 or 1|257 gilberts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ampere-turn",1,1,1 ], "of 1 ampere passing through one complete turn of a coil| 1 ampere-turn is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ampersand",1,1,1 ], "the character (&), meaning and: John Brown & Co" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphetamine",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic colourless volatile liquid used medicinally, mainly for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphetamine",1,1,1 ], "dependence can occur; 1-phenyl-2-aminopropane| Formula: C6H5CH2CH(NH\2)CH3" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "amphetamine",1,1,1 ], "stimulant action on the central nervous system, although it also stimulates the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphetamine",1,1,1 ], "sympathetic nervous system| It can have unpleasant or dangerous side effects and drug" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amphi-",1,1,1 ], "on both sides; at both ends; of both kinds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphi-",1,1,2 ], "around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphiarthrosis",1,1,1 ], "a type of articulation permitting only slight movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphiaster",1,1,1 ], "spindle with an aster at each end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphiaster",1,1,1 ], "the structure that occurs in a cell undergoing mitosis, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,1,1 ], "any cold-blooded vertebrates of the class Amphibia, typically living on land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,1,1 ], "but breeding in water| Their aquatic larvae (tadpoles) undergo metamorphosis into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,1,1 ], "caecilians" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,1,1 ], "the adult form| The class includes the newts and salamanders, frogs and toads, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,1,2 ], "a type of aircraft able to land and take off from both water and land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,1,3 ], "any vehicle able to travel on both water and land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,2,1 ], "another word for amphibious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibian",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the class Amphibia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibiotic",1,1,1 ], "having an aquatic larval form and a terrestrial adult form, as amphibians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibious",1,1,1 ], "able to live both on land and in the water, as frogs, toads, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibious",1,1,2 ], "designed for operation on or from both water and land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibious",1,1,3 ], "from the sea against an enemy shore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphibious",1,1,3 ], "relating to military forces and equipment organized for operations launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibious",1,1,4 ], "having a dual or mixed nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphiblastula",1,1,1 ], "spherical mass of cells some of which have flagella" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphiblastula",1,1,1 ], "the free-swimming larva of certain sponges, which consists of a hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibole",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of minerals consisting of the silicates of calcium, iron," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibole",1,1,1 ], "common constituents of igneous rocks" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "amphibole",1,1,1 ], "crystals| Members of the group, including hornblende, actinolite, and tremolite, are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amphibole",1,1,1 ], "magnesium, sodium, and aluminium, usually in the form of long slender dark-coloured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphibolite",1,1,1 ], "a metamorphic rock consisting mainly of amphibole and plagioclase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibology",1,1,1 ], "ambiguity of expression, esp| when due to a grammatical construction, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphibology",1,1,1 ], "save rags and waste paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphibrach",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot consisting of a long syllable between two short syllables ()" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphichroic",1,1,1 ], "producing two colours, one on reacting with an acid, the other on reacting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphichroic",1,1,1 ], "with a base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphicoelous",1,1,1 ], "(of the vertebrae of most fishes and some amphibians) concave at the anterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphicoelous",1,1,1 ], "and posterior ends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphictyon",1,1,1 ], "a delegate to an amphictyonic council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphictyony",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a religious association of states for the maintenance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphictyony",1,1,1 ], "temples and the cults connected with them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphidiploid",1,1,1 ], "a hybrid plant in which the chromosome number is the sum of the chromosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphidiploid",1,1,1 ], "numbers of both parental species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphigory",1,1,1 ], "a piece of nonsensical writing in verse or, less commonly, prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphimacer",1,1,1 ], "another word for cretic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphimixis",1,1,1 ], "true sexual reproduction, esp| the fusion of gametes from two organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphioxus",1,1,1 ], "another name for the lancelet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphipod",1,1,1 ], "any marine or freshwater crustacean of the order Amphipoda, such as the sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphipod",1,1,1 ], "hoppers, in which the body is laterally compressed: subclass Malacostraca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphipod",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Amphipoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphiprostyle",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a classical temple) having a set of columns at both ends but not at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphiprostyle",1,1,1 ], "the sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphiprotic",1,1,1 ], "another word for amphoteric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphisbaena",1,1,1 ], "any worm lizard of the genus Amphisbaena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphisbaena",1,1,2 ], "a poisonous serpent having a head at each end and able to move forwards or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphisbaena",1,1,2 ], "backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphistylar",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a classical temple) having a set of columns at both ends or at both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphistylar",1,1,1 ], "sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphitheatre",1,1,1 ], "a building, usually circular or oval, in which tiers of seats rise from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitheatre",1,1,1 ], "central open arena, as in those of ancient Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphitheatre",1,1,2 ], "a place where contests are held; arena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitheatre",1,1,3 ], "any level circular area of ground surrounded by higher ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitheatre",1,1,3,1 ], "the first tier of seats in the gallery of a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitheatre",1,1,3,2 ], "any similarly designated seating area in a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitheatre",1,1,4 ], "a lecture room in which seats are tiered away from a central area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphithecium",1,1,1 ], "into the outer parts of the spore-bearing capsule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphithecium",1,1,1 ], "the outer layer of cells of the embryo of mosses and liverworts that develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitricha",1,1,1 ], "bacteria that have flagella at both ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitropous",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant ovule) partially inverted so that the base and the micropyle at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphitropous",1,1,1 ], "the apex are the same distance from the funicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amphora",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek or Roman two-handled narrow-necked jar for oil, wine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amphoteric",1,1,1 ], "able to function as either a base or an acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ample",1,1,1 ], "more than sufficient; abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ample",1,1,2 ], "large in size, extent, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplexicaul",1,1,1 ], "(of some sessile leaves, stipules, etc|) having an enlarged base that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplexicaul",1,1,1 ], "encircles the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplification",1,1,1 ], "the act or result of amplifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplification",1,1,2 ], "material added to a statement, story, etc|, in order to expand or clarify it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplification",1,1,3 ], "a statement, story, etc|, with such additional material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplification",1,1,3,1 ], "amplifier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplification",1,1,3,1 ], "the increase in strength of an electrical signal or sound by means of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplification",1,1,3,2 ], "another word for gain ,1,13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplifier",1,1,1 ], "an electronic device used to increase the strength of the current or voltage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplifier",1,1,1 ], "signal fed into it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplifier",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplifier",1,1,2 ], "such a device used for the amplification of sound in a radio, record player," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplifier",1,1,3 ], "an additional lens for altering the focal length of a camera lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplifier",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that amplifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplify",1,1,1 ], "material; augment; enlarge; expand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplify",1,1,1 ], "to increase in size, extent, effect, etc|, as by the addition of extra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplify",1,1,2 ], "amplitude of (signals, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplify",1,1,2 ], "to produce amplification of (electrical signals, sound, etc|); increase the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplify",1,2,1 ], "to exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplify",1,3,1 ], "to expand or enlarge a speech, narrative, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude modulation",1,1,1 ], "amplitude is varied in accordance with the amplitude of the input signal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude modulation",1,1,1 ], "information using radio waves, the relevant signal being superimposed onto a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude modulation",1,1,1 ], "one of the principal methods of transmitting audio, visual, or other types of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude modulation",1,1,1 ], "radio-frequency carrier wave| The frequency of the carrier wave remains unchanged but its" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude modulation",1,1,2 ], "a wave that has undergone this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,1 ], "greatness of extent; magnitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,2 ], "abundance or copiousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,3 ], "breadth or scope, as of the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,4 ], "or curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,4 ], "the maximum displacement from the zero or mean position of a periodic motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,5 ], "point of intersection of the vertical circle passing through a celestial body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,5 ], "the angular distance along the horizon measured from true east or west to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,6 ], "positive horizontal axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amplitude",1,1,6 ], "the angle that the vector representing the complex number makes with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amply",1,1,1 ], "more than sufficiently; fully; generously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampoule" ,1, 1, 1],"a small glass vessel in which liquids for injection are hermetically sealed",1). c_DEF([ "ampulla",1,1,1 ], "the dilated end part of certain ducts or canals, such as the end of a uterine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampulla",1,1,1 ], "tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ampulla",1,1,1,1 ], "a vessel for containing the wine and water used at the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampulla",1,1,1,2 ], "a small flask for containing consecrated oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ampulla",1,1,2 ], "a Roman two-handled bottle for oil, wine, or perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amputate",1,1,1 ], "to remove (all or part of a limb, esp| an arm or leg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amputee",1,1,1 ], "a person who has had a limb amputated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amp|",1,1,1 ], "amperage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amp|",1,1,2 ], "ampere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amrita",1,1,1 ], "the ambrosia of the gods that bestows immortality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amrita",1,1,2 ], "the immortality it confers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amt|",1,1,1 ], "amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amu",1,1,1 ], "atomic mass unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amuck",1,1,1 ], "a state of murderous frenzy, originally observed among Malays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amuck",1,2,1 ], "run amuck| to run about with or as if with a frenzied desire to kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amulet",1,1,1 ], "a trinket or piece of jewellery worn as a protection against evil; charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amuse",1,1,1 ], "to keep pleasantly occupied; entertain; divert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amuse",1,1,2 ], "to cause to laugh or smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amusement arcade",1,1,1 ], "a covered area having coin-operated game machines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amusement park",1,1,1 ], "an open-air entertainment area consisting of stalls, side shows, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amusement",1,1,1 ], "something that amuses, such as a game or other pastime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amusement",1,1,2 ], "a mechanical device used for entertainment, as at a fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amusement",1,1,3 ], "the act of amusing or the state or quality of being amused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amusing",1,1,1 ], "mildly entertaining; pleasantly diverting; causing a smile or laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdala",1,1,1 ], "an almond-shaped part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdalate",1,1,1 ], "relating to, having, or bearing almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdale",1,1,1 ], "an oval vesicle in a volcanic rock, formed from a bubble of escaping gas, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdale",1,1,1 ], "has become filled with a light-coloured mineral, such as quartz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amygdalin",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble bitter-tasting crystalline glycoside extracted from bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdalin",1,1,1 ], "almonds and used as an expectorant| Formula: C6H5CHCNOC12H21O10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amygdaline",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a tonsil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdaline",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdaloid",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic igneous rock containing amygdales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdaloid",1,2,1 ], "having the shape of an almond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdaloid",1,2,2 ], "a less common form of amygdaloidal ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdaloidal",1,1,1 ], "(of a volcanic rock) containing amygdales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amygdaloidal",1,1,2 ], "a less common form of amygdaloid ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "another name (no longer in technical usage) for pentyl acetate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C5H11OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable liquid existing in eight isomeric forms that is used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "a solvent and in the manufacture of organic compounds and pharmaceuticals|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amyl nitrite",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish unstable volatile fragrant liquid used in medicine as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyl nitrite",1,1,1 ], "vasodilator and in perfumes| Formula: (CH\3)2CHCH2CH2NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(no longer in technical usage) of, consisting of, or containing any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyl",1,1,1 ], "of eight isomeric forms of the monovalent group C5H11-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amylaceous",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylase",1,1,1 ], "any of several enzymes that hydrolyse starch and glycogen to simple sugars," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylase",1,1,1 ], "such as glucose| They are present in saliva" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amylene",1,1,1 ], "another name (no longer in technical usage) for pentene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyloid",1,1,1 ], "a complex protein resembling starch, deposited in tissues in some degenerative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyloid",1,1,1 ], "diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amyloid",1,1,2 ], "any substance resembling starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyloid",1,2,1 ], "starchlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylolysis",1,1,1 ], "the conversion of starch into sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylopectin",1,1,1 ], "chains of glucose units| It is insoluble and gives a red-brown colour with iodine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amylopectin",1,1,1 ], "the major component of starch (about 80 per cent), consisting of branched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylopsin",1,1,1 ], "amylase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amylopsin",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme of the pancreatic juice that converts starch into sugar; pancreatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylose",1,1,1 ], "colour with iodine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "amylose",1,1,1 ], "the minor component (about 20 per cent) of starch, consisting of long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amylose",1,1,1 ], "unbranched chains of glucose units| It is soluble in water and gives an intense blue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "amylum",1,1,1 ], "another name for starch ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "amyotonia",1,1,1 ], "another name for myotonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an",1,1,1 ], "a form of a'1, used before an initial vowel and sometimes before an initial h:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an",1,1,1 ], "an old car; an elf; an historic moment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "an",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an't",1,1,1 ], "($a$:nt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an't",1,1,2 ], "a rare variant spelling of aren't" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an't",1,1,3 ], "(e$Int)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an't",1,1,4 ], "a variant spelling of ain't" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an-" ,1, 1, 1],"before a consonant",1). c_DEF([ "an-" ,1, 1, 2],"3a-prefix",1). c_DEF([ "an-" ,1, 1, 3],"not; without",1). c_DEF([ "ana",1,1,1 ], "(of ingredients in a prescription) in equal quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ana",2,1,1 ], "a collection of reminiscences, sketches, etc|, of or about a person or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ana",2,1,2 ], "an item of or for such a collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ana-",1,1,1 ], "up; upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ana-",1,1,2 ], "again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ana-",1,1,3 ], "back; backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabaena",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater alga of the genus Anabaena, sometimes occurring in drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabaena",1,1,1 ], "water, giving it a fishy taste and smell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anabantid",1,1,1 ], "any of various spiny-finned fishes constituting the family Anabantidae and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabantid",1,1,1 ], "including the fighting fish, climbing perch, and gourami" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anabantid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Anabantidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabas",1,1,1 ], "any of several labyrinth fishes of the genus Anabas, esp| the climbing fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabasis",1,1,1 ], "in Babylonia in 401 b|c|, described by Xenophon in his Anabasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anabasis",1,1,1 ], "the march of Cyrus the Younger and his Greek mercenaries from Sardis to Cunaxa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabasis",1,1,2 ], "any military expedition, esp| one from the coast to the interior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabatic",1,1,1 ], "(of air currents) rising upwards, esp| up slopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabiosis",1,1,1 ], "a return to life after apparent death; resuscitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anableps",1,1,1 ], "any of various cyprinodont fishes constituting the genus Anableps, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anableps",1,1,1 ], "includes the four-eyed fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anabolic steroid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of synthetic steroid hormones (androgens) used to stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabolic steroid",1,1,1 ], "muscle and bone growth for athletic or therapeutic purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anabolism",1,1,1 ], "a metabolic process in which complex molecules are synthesized from simpler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabolism",1,1,1 ], "ones with the storage of energy; constructive metabolism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anabolite",1,1,1 ], "a product of anabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anabranch",1,1,1 ], "a stream that leaves a river and enters it again further downstream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anacardiaceous",1,1,1 ], "cashew, mango, pistachio, and sumach" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anacardiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of trees and shrubs many of which have edible drupes| The family includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anacardiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Anacardiaceae, a chiefly tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anachorism",1,1,1 ], "a geographical misplacement; something located in an incongruous position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anachronic",1,1,1 ], "out of chronological order or out of date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anachronism",1,1,1 ], "the representation of an event, person, or thing in a historical context in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anachronism",1,1,1 ], "which it could not have occurred or existed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anachronism",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that belongs or seems to belong to another time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaclinal",1,1,1 ], "(of valleys and similar formations) progressing in a direction opposite to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaclinal",1,1,1 ], "dip of the surrounding rock strata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaclitic",1,1,1 ], "dependence of one person on others or another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaclitic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to relationships that are characterized by the strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anacoluthia",1,1,1 ], "lack of grammatical sequence, esp| within a single sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anacoluthon",1,1,1 ], "a construction that involves the change from one grammatical sequence to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anacoluthon",1,1,1 ], "another within a single sentence; an example of anacoluthia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaconda",1,1,1 ], "a very large nonvenomous arboreal and semiaquatic snake, Eunectes murinus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaconda",1,1,1 ], "tropical South America, which kills its prey by constriction: family Boidae (boas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anacoustic",1,1,1 ], "unable to support the propagation of sound; soundless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anacrusis",1,1,1 ], "one or more unstressed syllables at the beginning of a line of verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anacrusis",1,1,1,1 ], "an unstressed note or group of notes immediately preceding the strong first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anacrusis",1,1,1,1 ], "beat of the first bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anacrusis",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for upbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anadem",1,1,1 ], "a garland for the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anadiplosis",1,1,1 ], "at the beginning of the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anadiplosis",1,1,1 ], "repetition of the words or phrase at the end of one sentence, line, or clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anadromous",1,1,1 ], "(of fishes such as the salmon) migrating up rivers from the sea in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anadromous",1,1,1 ], "breed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaemia",1,1,1 ], "a deficiency in the number of red blood cells or in their haemoglobin content," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaemia",1,1,1 ], "resulting in pallor, shortness of breath, and lack of energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaemia",1,1,2 ], "lack of vitality or vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaemia",1,1,3 ], "pallid complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaemic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or suffering from anaemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaemic",1,1,2 ], "pale and sickly looking; lacking vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaerobe",1,1,1 ], "an organism that does not require free oxygen or air for respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaerobic",1,1,1 ], "(of an organism or process) requiring the absence of or not dependent on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaerobic",1,1,1 ], "presence of free oxygen or air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaerobic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to anaerobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "local or general loss of bodily sensation, esp| of touch, as the result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "nerve damage or other abnormality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthesia",1,1,2 ], "body is involved" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthesia",1,1,2 ], "loss of sensation, esp| of pain, induced by drugs: called general anaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthesia",1,1,2 ], "when consciousness is lost and local anaesthesia when only a specific area of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthesia",1,1,3 ], "a general dullness or lack of feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthesiology",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for anaesthetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetic",1,1,1 ], "a substance that causes anaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetic",1,2,1 ], "causing or characterized by anaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetics",1,1,1 ], "anesthesiology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetics",1,1,1 ], "the science, study, and practice of anaesthesia and its application|U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetist",1,1,1 ], "a qualified doctor specializing in the administration of anaesthetics| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetist",1,1,1 ], "name: anesthesiologist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetist",1,1,2 ], "a person qualified to administer anaesthesia, often a nurse or someone other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetist",1,1,2 ], "than a physician" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaesthetize",1,1,1 ], "to render insensible to pain by administering an anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaglyph",1,1,1 ], "(green-blue)| When viewed through spectacles having one red and one cyan lens, the images" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anaglyph",1,1,1 ], "a stereoscopic picture consisting of two images of the same object, taken from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaglyph",1,1,1 ], "merge to produce a stereoscopic sensation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "anaglyph",1,1,1 ], "slightly different angles, in two complementary colours, usually red and cyan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaglyph",1,1,2 ], "anything cut to stand in low relief, such as a cameo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaglypta",1,1,1 ], "a type of thick embossed wallpaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anagnorisis",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek tragedy) the recognition or discovery by the protagonist of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anagnorisis",1,1,1 ], "identity of some character or the nature of his own predicament, which leads to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anagnorisis",1,1,1 ], "resolution of the plot denouement" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anagoge",1,1,1 ], "Bible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anagoge",1,1,1 ], "allegorical or spiritual interpretation, esp| of sacred works such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anagoge",1,1,2 ], "allegorical interpretation of the Old Testament as typifying or foreshadowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anagoge",1,1,2 ], "subjects in the New Testament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anagram",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase the letters of which can be rearranged into another word or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anagram",1,1,1 ], "phrase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anagrammatize",1,1,1 ], "to arrange into an anagram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anak kuching",1,1,1 ], "the Malaysian name for the chevrotain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal canal",1,1,1 ], "the terminal part of the rectum forming the passage to the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal fin",1,1,1 ], "a median ventral unpaired fin, situated between the anus and the tail fin in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal fin",1,1,1 ], "fishes, that helps to maintain stable equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anal intercourse",1,1,1 ], "a form of sexual intercourse in which the penis is inserted into the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal intercourse",1,1,1 ], "rather than the vagina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or near the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal",1,1,1,1 ], "interest is concentrated on the anal region and excremental functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anal",1,1,1,1 ], "relating to a stage of psychosexual development during which the child's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal",1,1,1,2 ], "designating personality traits in the adult, such as orderliness, meanness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal",1,1,1,2 ], "stubbornness, etc|, due to fixation at the anal stage of development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analcite",1,1,1 ], "a white, grey, or colourless zeolite mineral consisting of hydrated sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analcite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicate in cubic crystalline form| Formula: NaAlSi2O6|H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analects",1,1,1 ], "selected literary passages from one or more works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analemma",1,1,1 ], "a graduated scale shaped like a figure eight that indicates the daily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analemma",1,1,1 ], "declination of the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analeptic",1,1,1 ], "(of a drug, etc|) restorative or invigorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analeptic",1,2,1 ], "a restorative remedy or drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analgesia",1,1,1 ], "inability to feel pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analgesic",1,1,1 ], "of or causing analgesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analgesic",1,2,1 ], "a substance that produces analgesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analog computer",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical, electrical, or electronic computer that performs arithmetical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analog computer",1,1,1 ], "accurate than a digital computer" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "analog computer",1,1,1 ], "numbers| It is used in monitoring systems, simulation processes, etc|, but is less" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "analog computer",1,1,1 ], "operations by using some variable physical quantity, such as voltage, to represent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analog-digital converter",1,1,1 ], "a device converting the output of an analog computer into its digital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analog-digital converter",1,1,1 ], "representation so that it can be fed into a digital computing system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analogize",1,1,1 ], "to make use of analogy, as in argument; draw comparisons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogize",1,2,1 ], "to make analogous or reveal analogy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogous",1,1,1 ], "similar or corresponding in some respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogous",1,1,2 ], "(of organs and parts) having the same function but different evolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogous",1,1,2 ], "origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analogous",1,1,3 ], "formed by analogy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogue" ,1, 1, 1],"something analogous to something else",1). c_DEF([ "analogue" ,1, 1, 2],"an analogous part or organ",1). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,1 ], "agreement or similarity, esp| in a certain limited number of features or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,1 ], "details" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,2 ], "a comparison made to show such a similarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,3 ], "the relationship between analogous organs or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,4 ], "a form of reasoning in which a similarity between two or more things is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,4 ], "inferred from a known similarity between them in other respects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,5 ], "imitation of existing models or regular patterns in the formation of words," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analogy",1,1,5 ], "inflections, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analphabetic",1,1,1 ], "not in alphabetic order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analphabetic",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for illiterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysand",1,1,1 ], "any person who is undergoing psychoanalysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analyse",1,1,1 ], "to examine in detail in order to discover meaning, essential features, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analyse",1,2,1 ], "to break down into components or essential features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analyse",1,3,1 ], "to make a mathematical, chemical, grammatical, etc|, analysis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analyse",1,3,2 ], "another word for psychoanalyse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis of variance",1,1,1 ], "a technique for analysing the total variation of a set of observations as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis of variance",1,1,1 ], "measured by the variance of the observations multiplied by their number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analysis situs",1,1,1 ], "a former name for topology ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,1 ], "examine or determine their relationship or value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,1 ], "the division of a physical or abstract whole into its constituent parts to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,2 ], "a statement of the results of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,3 ], "short for psychoanalysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,3,1 ], "constituents in order to determine the kinds of constituents present (qualitative analysis)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,3,1 ], "or the amount of each constituent (quantitative analysis)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,3,1 ], "the decomposition of a substance into its elements, radicals, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,3,2 ], "the result obtained by such a determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,4 ], "relations in a language, as opposed to the use of inflections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,4 ], "the use of word order together with word function to express syntactic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,5 ], "of algebra and calculus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,5 ], "the branch of mathematics principally concerned with the methods and concepts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,6 ], "(in the writings of Kant) the separation of a concept from another that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,6 ], "contains it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,7 ], "consideration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analysis",1,1,7 ], "in the last, final, or ultimate analysis| after everything has been given due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analyst",1,1,1 ], "a person who analyses or is skilled in analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analyst",1,1,2 ], "short for psychoanalyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytic psychology",1,1,1 ], "Freud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analytic psychology",1,1,1 ], "a school of psychoanalysis founded by Jung as a result of disagreements with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,1 ], "relating to analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,2 ], "capable of or given to analysing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,3 ], "analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,3 ], "denoting languages, such as Chinese, whose morphology is characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,4 ], "(of a proposition) necessarily true by reference to meaning alone, being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,4 ], "independent of fact or experience, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,5 ], "all spinsters are unmarried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytic",1,1,7 ], "having a derivative at each point of its domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "analytical geometry",1,1,1 ], "geometric point in terms of a coordinate system; coordinate geometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "analytical geometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geometry that uses algebraic notation and analysis to locate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal|",1,1,1 ], "analogous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal|",1,1,2 ], "analogy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal|",1,1,3 ], "analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anal|",1,1,4 ], "analytic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamnesis",1,1,1 ], "the ability to recall past events; recollection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamnesis",1,1,2 ], "the case history of a patient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by anamorphosis or anamorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphism",1,1,1 ], "metamorphism of a rock in which complex minerals are formed from simpler ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphoscope",1,1,1 ], "an optical device, such as a cylindrical lens, for correcting an image that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphoscope",1,1,1 ], "has been distorted by anamorphosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphosis",1,1,1,1 ], "an image or drawing distorted in such a way that it becomes recognizable only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphosis",1,1,1,1 ], "when viewed in a specified manner or through a special device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphosis",1,1,1,2 ], "the process by which such images or drawings are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphosis",1,1,2 ], "changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anamorphosis",1,1,2 ], "the evolution of one type of organism from another by a series of gradual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anandrous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having no stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ananthous",1,1,1 ], "(of higher plants) having no flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anapaest",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot of three syllables, the first two short, the last long ()" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphase",1,1,1 ], "the third stage of mitosis, during which the chromatids separate and migrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphase",1,1,1 ], "towards opposite ends of the spindle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaphase",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding stage of the first division of meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphora",1,1,1 ], "the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphora",1,1,2 ], "for example one in He offered me a drink but I didn't want one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaphora",1,1,2 ], "the use of a word such as a pronoun to avoid repetition of a word or words, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphrodisiac",1,1,1 ], "tending to lessen sexual desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphrodisiac",1,2,1 ], "an anaphrodisiac drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphylaxis",1,1,1 ], "extreme sensitivity to an injected antigen, esp| a protein, following a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaphylaxis",1,1,1 ], "previous injection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaplasia",1,1,1 ], "reversion of plant or animal cells to a simpler less differentiated form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaplastic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to anaplasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaplastic",1,1,2 ], "relating to plastic surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaplasty",1,1,1 ], "another name for plastic surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anaptyxis",1,1,1 ], "easily pronounceable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anaptyxis",1,1,1 ], "the insertion of a short vowel between consonants in order to make a word more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarch",1,1,1 ], "an instigator or personification of anarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchism",1,1,1 ], "a doctrine advocating the abolition of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchism",1,1,2 ], "the principles or practice of anarchists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchist",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates the abolition of government and a social system based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchist",1,1,1 ], "on voluntary cooperation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anarchist",1,1,2 ], "a person who causes disorder or upheaval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchy",1,1,1 ], "general lawlessness and disorder, esp| when thought to result from an absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchy",1,1,1 ], "or failure of government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anarchy",1,1,2 ], "the absence or lack of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchy",1,1,3 ], "the absence of any guiding or uniting principle; disorder; chaos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarchy",1,1,4 ], "the theory or practice of political anarchism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarthria",1,1,1 ], "loss of the ability to speak coherently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarthrous",1,1,1 ], "(of a noun) used without an article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anarthrous",1,1,2 ], "having no joints or articulated limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anasarca",1,1,1 ], "a generalized accumulation of serous fluid within the subcutaneous connective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anasarca",1,1,1 ], "tissue, resulting in oedema" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anastigmat",1,1,1 ], "a lens or system of lenses designed to be free of astigmatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anastigmatic",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens or optical device) not astigmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anastomose",1,1,1 ], "to join (two parts of a blood vessel, etc|) by anastomosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anastomosis",1,1,1 ], "a natural connection between two tubular structures, such as blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anastomosis",1,1,2 ], "the surgical union of two hollow organs or parts that are normally separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anastrophe",1,1,1 ], "another term for inversion ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatase",1,1,1 ], "a rare blue or black mineral that consists of titanium oxide in tetragonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatase",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form and occurs in veins in igneous rocks| Formula: TiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anathema",1,1,1 ], "a detested person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anathema",1,1,2 ], "a formal ecclesiastical curse of excommunication or a formal denunciation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anathema",1,1,2 ], "doctrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anathema",1,1,3 ], "the person or thing so cursed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anathema",1,1,4 ], "a strong curse; imprecation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anathematize",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce an anathema (upon a person, etc|); curse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomical snuffbox",1,1,1 ], "index finger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anatomical snuffbox",1,1,1 ], "the triangular depression on the back of the hand between the thumb and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to anatomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomist",1,1,1 ], "an expert in anatomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomize",1,1,1 ], "to dissect (an animal or plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomize",1,1,2 ], "to examine in minute detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomy",1,1,1 ], "the science concerned with the physical structure of animals and plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomy",1,1,2 ], "the physical structure of an animal or plant or any of its parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomy",1,1,3 ], "a book or treatise on this subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomy",1,1,4 ], "dissection of an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomy",1,1,5 ], "any detailed analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatomy",1,1,6 ], "the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatropous",1,1,1 ], "(funicle) attaching it to the carpel wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anatropous",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant ovule) inverted during development by a bending of the stalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anatto",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of annatto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anat|",1,1,1 ], "anatomical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anat|",1,1,2 ], "anatomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anbury",1,1,1 ], "a soft spongy tumour occurring in horses and oxen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anbury",1,1,2 ], "a disease of cruciferous plants, esp| root crops, in which the roots are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anbury",1,1,2 ], "clubbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ancestor",1,1,1 ], "a person from whom another is directly descended, esp| someone more distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancestor",1,1,1 ], "than a grandparent; forefather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ancestor",1,1,2 ], "an early type of animal or plant from which a later, usually dissimilar, type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancestor",1,1,2 ], "has evolved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ancestor",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing regarded as a forerunner of a later person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancestral",1,1,1 ], "of, inherited from, or derived from ancestors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancestry",1,1,1 ], "lineage or descent, esp| when ancient, noble, or distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancestry",1,1,2 ], "ancestors collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor man",1,1,1 ], "the last person in a team to compete, esp| in a relay race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor man",1,1,2 ], "(in broadcasting) a person in a central studio who links up and maintains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor man",1,1,2 ], "contact with various outside camera units, reporters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchor ring",1,1,1 ], "a ring made from an iron bar of circular cross-section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,1 ], "any of several devices, usually of steel, attached to a vessel by a cable and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,1 ], "dropped overboard so as to grip the bottom and restrict the vessel's movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,10 ], "drag anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,11 ], "(of a vessel) to be subjected to such strain, esp| by wind or waves, as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,11 ], "cause the anchor to lose hold on the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,2 ], "an object used to hold something else firmly in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,3 ], "a source of stability or security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,4 ], "a metal cramp, bolt, or similar fitting, esp| one used to make a connection to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,4 ], "masonry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,4,1 ], "the rear person in a tug-of-war team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,4,2 ], "short for anchor man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,5 ], "at anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,6 ], "(of a vessel) anchored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,7 ], "cast, come to, or drop anchor| to anchor a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,8 ], "weigh anchor| to haul in an anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,1,9 ], "ride at anchor| to be anchored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,2,1 ], "to use an anchor to hold (a vessel) in one place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchor",1,2,2 ], "to fasten or be fastened securely; fix or become fixed firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorage",1,1,1 ], "the act of anchoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorage",1,1,2 ], "any place where a vessel is anchored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorage",1,1,3 ], "a place designated for vessels to anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorage",1,1,4 ], "a fee imposed for anchoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorage",1,1,5 ], "anything used as an anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorage",1,1,6 ], "a source of security or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorage",1,1,7 ], "something that supplies a secure hold for something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchorite",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in seclusion, esp| a religious recluse; hermit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchoveta",1,1,1 ], "a small anchovy, Cetengraulis mysticetus, of the American Pacific, used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchoveta",1,1,1 ], "bait by tuna fishermen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchovy pear",1,1,1 ], "a West Indian tree, Grias cauliflora, bearing edible fruit that taste like the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchovy pear",1,1,1 ], "mango: family Lecythidaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchovy",1,1,1 ], "any of various small marine food fishes of the genus Engraulis and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchovy",1,1,1 ], "genera, esp| E| encrasicolus of S Europe: family Clupeidae (herrings)| They have a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchovy",1,1,1 ], "salty taste and are often canned or made into a paste or essence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anchusa",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian plant of the boraginaceous genus Anchusa, having rough hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchusa",1,1,1 ], "stems and leaves and blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anchusin",1,1,1 ], "another name for alkanet ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anchylose",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ankylose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancien rgime",1,1,1 ], "the political and social system of France before the Revolution of 1789" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancien rgime",1,1,2 ], "a former or outdated regime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient history",1,1,1 ], "collapse of the Western Roman Empire in 476 a|d|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ancient history",1,1,1 ], "the history of the ancient world, from the earliest known civilizations to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient history",1,1,2 ], "a recent event or fact sufficiently familiar to have lost its pertinence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,1,1 ], "dating from very long ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,1,2 ], "very old; aged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,1,3 ], "a|d|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,1,3 ], "of the far past, esp| before the collapse of the Western Roman Empire (476" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,1,4 ], "having existed since before the time of legal memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,1,5 ], "ancient light| a right to the access of light through a window, recognized at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,1,5 ], "law when it has been enjoyed for 20 years or more without interruption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,2,1 ], "Hebrew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,2,1 ], "a member of a civilized nation in the ancient world, esp| a Greek, Roman, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,2,2 ], "one of the classical authors of Greek or Roman antiquity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",1,2,3 ], "an old man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",2,1,1 ], "a flag or other banner; standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancient",2,1,2 ], "a standard-bearer; ensign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anciently",1,1,1 ], "in ancient times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancillary" ,1, 1, 1],"subsidiary",1). c_DEF([ "ancillary" ,1, 1, 2],"auxiliary; supplementary",1). c_DEF([ "ancillary" ,1, 2, 1],"laries",1). c_DEF([ "ancillary" ,1, 2, 2],"a subsidiary or auxiliary thing or person",1). c_DEF([ "ancipital",1,1,1 ], "flattened and having two edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancon",1,1,1 ], "a projecting bracket or console supporting a cornice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancon",1,1,2 ], "a former technical name for elbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ancylostomiasis" ,1, 1, 1],"ankylostomiasis, or anchylostomiasisn",1). c_DEF([ "ancylostomiasis" ,1, 1, 2],"infestation of the human intestine with blood-sucking hookworms, causing",1). c_DEF([ "ancylostomiasis" ,1, 1, 2],"progressive anaemia|Also called: hookworm disease",2). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,1 ], "along with; in addition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,2 ], "as a consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,3 ], "afterwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,4 ], "(preceded by good or nice)(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,5 ], "plus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,6 ], "repetition or continuity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,6 ], "used to join identical words or phrases to give emphasis or indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,7 ], "instances of what is named" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,7 ], "used to join two identical words or phrases to express a contrast between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,8 ], "and see it my way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,8 ], "used in place of to in infinitives after verbs such as try, go, and come: try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,1,9 ], "an obsolete word for if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,2,1 ], "an additional matter or problem (esp| in the phrase ifs, ands, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "and",1,2,1 ], "buts)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "and/or" ,1, 1, 1],"is meant",1). c_DEF([ "and/or" ,1, 1, 2],"(not his car and/or his bicycle)HAndri''c n| Ivo | 1892-1975, Yugoslav",1). c_DEF([ "and/or" ,1, 1, 2],"novelist; author of The Bridge on the Dvina",2). c_DEF([ "and/or" ,1, 1, 3],"(1945): Nobel prize for literature 1961",1). c_DEF([ "andalusite",1,1,1 ], "a grey, pink, or brown hard mineral consisting of aluminium silicate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andalusite",1,1,1 ], "and as a gemstone| Formula: Al2SiO5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "andalusite",1,1,1 ], "orthorhombic crystalline form| It occurs in metamorphic rocks and is used as a refractory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "andante",1,2,1 ], "at a moderately slow tempo; walking pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andante",1,3,1 ], "a passage or piece to be performed in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andantino" ,1, 2, 1],"slightly faster, or slightly slower, than andante",1). c_DEF([ "andantino" ,1, 3, 1],"nos",1). c_DEF([ "andantino" ,1, 3, 2],"a passage or piece to be performed in this manner",1). c_DEF([ "andesine",1,1,1 ], "a rare feldspar mineral of the plagioclase series consisting of an aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andesine",1,1,1 ], "silicate of sodium and calcium| Formula: NaAlSi3O8|CaAl2Si2O8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "andesite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained grey volcanic rock consisting of plagioclase feldspar, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andesite",1,1,1 ], "andesine, amphibole, and pyroxene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "andiron",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of decorative metal stands in a hearth for supporting logs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andradite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow, green, or brownish-black garnet that consists of calcium iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andradite",1,1,1 ], "silicate and is used as a gemstone| Formula: Ca3Fe2(SiO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "andro-",1,1,1 ], "male; masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "andro-",1,1,2 ], "(in botany) stamen or anther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androclinium",1,1,1 ], "another name for clinandrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androecium",1,1,1 ], "the stamens of a flowering plant collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androgen",1,1,1 ], "any of several steroids, produced as hormones by the testes or made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androgen",1,1,1 ], "characteristics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "androgen",1,1,1 ], "synthetically, that promote development of male sexual organs and male secondary sexual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "androgenous",1,1,1 ], "producing only male offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androgyne",1,1,1 ], "another word for hermaphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androgynous",1,1,1 ], "having male and female flowers in the same inflorescence, as plantain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androgynous",1,1,2 ], "having male and female characteristics; hermaphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "android",1,1,1 ], "(in science fiction) a robot resembling a human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "android",1,2,1 ], "resembling a human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androsphinx",1,1,1 ], "a sphinx having the head of a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "androsterone",1,1,1 ], "an androgenic steroid hormone produced in the testes| Formula: C19H30O2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ane",1,3,1 ], "a Scot| word for one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anear",1,1,1 ], "near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anear",1,2,1 ], "nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anecdotage",1,1,1 ], "anecdotes collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anecdotage",1,1,2 ], "talkative or garrulous old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anecdote",1,1,1 ], "a short usually amusing account of an incident, esp| a personal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anecdote",1,1,1 ], "biographical one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anechoic",1,1,1 ], "having a low degree of reverberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anelace",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of anlace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anele",1,1,1 ], "to anoint, esp| to give extreme unction to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of anaemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemic",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of anaemic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemochore",1,1,1 ], "a plant in which the fruits or seeds are dispersed by wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemograph",1,1,1 ], "a self-recording anemometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemography",1,1,1 ], "the technique of recording wind measurements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemology",1,1,1 ], "the study of winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording the speed and often the direction of winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemometer",1,1,2 ], "any instrument that measures the rate of movement of a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemometry",1,1,1 ], "the technique of measuring wind speed and direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemone fish",1,1,1 ], "anemone fish), that usually live closely associated with sea anemones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anemone fish",1,1,1 ], "any of various damselfishes of the genus Amphiprion, such as A| percula (clown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemone",1,1,1 ], "any ranunculaceous woodland plant of the genus Anemone of N temperate regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemone",1,1,1 ], "blue flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anemone",1,1,1 ], "such as the white-flowered A| nemorosa Some cultivated anemones have lilac or pale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anemone",1,1,2 ], "(an animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemophilous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowering plants such as grasses) pollinated by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anemoscope",1,1,1 ], "any device that shows the presence and direction of a wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anent",1,1,1 ], "concerning; about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anergy",1,1,1 ], "lack of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anergy",1,1,2 ], "diminution or lack of immunity to an antigen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aneroid barometer",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring atmospheric pressure without the use of fluids| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aneroid barometer",1,1,1 ], "consists of a partially evacuated metal chamber, the thin corrugated lid of which is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aneroid barometer",1,1,1 ], "displaced by variations in the external air pressure| This displacement is magnified by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aneroid barometer",1,1,1 ], "levers and made to operate a pointer" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "anesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of anaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anesthesiologist",1,1,1 ], "in the administration of anaesthesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anesthesiologist",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for an anaesthetist;in the U|S|, a qualified doctor specializing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anesthetic",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anesthetist",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a person qualified to administer anaesthesia, often a nurse or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anesthetist",1,1,1 ], "someone other than a physician" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anestrus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of anoestrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anethole",1,1,1 ], "CH3CHCHC6H4OCH3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anethole",1,1,1 ], "a white water-soluble crystalline substance with a liquorice-like odour, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anethole",1,1,1 ], "as a flavouring and a sensitizer in the processing of colour photographs| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aneuploid",1,1,1 ], "(of polyploid cells or organisms) having a chromosome number that is not an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aneuploid",1,1,1 ], "exact multiple of the haploid number, caused by one chromosome set being incomplete" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aneuploid",1,2,1 ], "a cell or individual of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aneurin",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for thiamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aneurysm",1,1,1 ], "a sac formed by abnormal dilation of the weakened wall of a blood vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anew",1,1,1 ], "over again; once more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anew",1,1,2 ], "in a different way; afresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anfractuosity",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being anfractuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anfractuosity",1,1,2 ], "a winding, circuitous, or intricate passage, surface, process, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anfractuous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by twists and turns; convoluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angary",1,1,1 ], "destroy it if necessary, subject to payment of full compensation to the owners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angary",1,1,1 ], "the right of a belligerent state to use the property of a neutral state or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel cake",1,1,1 ], "a very light sponge cake made without egg yolks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel shark",1,1,1 ], "Pacific Oceans" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angel shark",1,1,1 ], "any of several sharks constituting the family Squatinidae, such as Squatina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel shark",1,1,1 ], "squatina, that have very large flattened pectoral fins and occur in the Atlantic and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,1 ], "(or dominions), virtues, powers, principalities (or princedoms), archangels, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,1 ], "angels" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of spiritual beings attendant upon God| In medieval angelology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,1 ], "they are divided by rank into nine orders: seraphim, cherubim, thrones, dominations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,2 ], "a divine messenger from God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,3 ], "a guardian spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,4 ], "a conventional representation of any of these beings, depicted in human form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,4 ], "with wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,5 ], "a person, esp| a woman, who is kind, pure, or beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,6 ], "an investor in a venture, esp| a backer of a theatrical production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,7 ], "a former English gold coin with a representation of the archangel Michael on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,7 ], "it, first minted in Edward IV's reign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angel",1,1,8 ], "an unexplained signal on a radar screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angel's tears",1,1,1 ], "another name for moonflower ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelfish",1,1,1 ], "and related genera, which have a deep flattened brightly coloured body and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angelfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various small tropical marine percoid fishes of the genus Pomacanthus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelfish",1,1,1 ], "brushlike teeth: family Chaetodontidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angelfish",1,1,2 ], "a South American cichlid, Pterophyllum scalare, of the Amazon region, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelfish",1,1,2 ], "compressed body and large dorsal and anal fins: a popular aquarium fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angelfish",1,1,3 ], "another name for angel shark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to angels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelic",1,1,2 ], "resembling an angel in beauty, purity, power, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelica",1,1,1 ], "any tall umbelliferous plant of the genus Angelica, having compound leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelica",1,1,1 ], "clusters of small white or greenish flowers, esp| A| archangelica, the aromatic seeds," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angelica",1,1,1 ], "leaves, and stems of which are used in medicine and cookery" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angelica",1,1,2 ], "dishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angelica",1,1,2 ], "the candied stems of this plant, used for decorating and flavouring sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angelology",1,1,1 ], "a doctrine or theory treating of angels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angels-on-horseback",1,1,1 ], "a savoury of oysters wrapped in bacon slices and served on toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anger",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of great annoyance or antagonism as the result of some real or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anger",1,1,1 ], "supposed grievance; rage; wrath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anger",1,2,1 ], "to make angry; enrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angina pectoris",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to angina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angina pectoris",1,1,1 ], "a sudden intense pain in the chest, often accompanied by feelings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angina pectoris",1,1,1 ], "suffocation, caused by momentary lack of adequate blood supply to the heart muscle|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angina",1,1,1 ], "angina and quinsy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angina",1,1,1 ], "any disease marked by painful attacks of spasmodic choking, such as Vincent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angina",1,1,2 ], "short for angina pectoris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a blood or lymph vessel; seed vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angiology",1,1,1 ], "lymphatic system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the blood vessels and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angioma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour consisting of a mass of blood vessels (haemangioma) or a mass of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angioma",1,1,1 ], "lymphatic vessels (lymphangioma)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angiosperm",1,1,1 ], "any seed-bearing plant of the division Angiospermae, in which the ovules are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angiosperm",1,1,1 ], "enclosed in an ovary, which develops into the fruit after fertilization; any flowering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angiosperm",1,1,1 ], "plant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angle bracket",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of brackets having the shapes and " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle iron",1,1,1 ], "an iron or a steel structural bar that has an L-shaped cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle iron",1,1,2 ], "any piece of iron or steel forming an angle, esp| a right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of attack",1,1,1 ], "relative airflow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle of attack",1,1,1 ], "the acute angle between the chord line of an aerofoil and the undisturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of bank",1,1,1 ], "horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle of bank",1,1,1 ], "the angle between the lateral axis of an aircraft in flight and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of deviation",1,1,1 ], "incident ray when a ray of light passes from one medium to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle of deviation",1,1,1 ], "the angle between the direction of the refracted ray and the direction of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of dip",1,1,1 ], "the full name for dip ,1,29" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of incidence",1,1,1 ], "the angle that a line or beam of radiation makes with a line perpendicular to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of incidence",1,1,1 ], "the surface at the point of incidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle of incidence",1,1,2 ], "another name for angle of attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of incidence",1,1,3 ], "aircraft's longitudinal axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle of incidence",1,1,3 ], "the angle between the chord line of an aircraft wing or tailplane and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of reflection",1,1,1 ], "surface at the point of reflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle of reflection",1,1,1 ], "the angle that a beam of reflected radiation makes with the normal to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of refraction",1,1,1 ], "surface between two media at the point of refraction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle of refraction",1,1,1 ], "the angle that a refracted beam of radiation makes with the normal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of repose",1,1,1 ], "the maximum angle to the horizontal at which rocks, soil, etc|, will remain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle of repose",1,1,1 ], "without sliding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle plate",1,1,1 ], "a steel structural plate, esp| one in the shape of a right-angled triangle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle plate",1,1,1 ], "used to connect structural members and stiffen frameworks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,1 ], "between two planes that extend from a common line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,1 ], "the space between two straight lines that diverge from a common point or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,2 ], "the shape formed by two such lines or planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,3 ], "degrees or radians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,3 ], "the extent to which one such line or plane diverges from another, measured in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,4 ], "an angular projection or recess; corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,5 ], "standpoint; point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,1,6 ], "a selfish or devious motive or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,2,1 ], "to move in or bend into angles or an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,3,1 ], "to produce (an article, statement, etc|) with a particular point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,4,1 ], "to present, direct, or place at an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",1,5,1 ], "to turn or bend in a different direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",2,1,1 ], "to fish with a hook and line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",2,1,2 ], "(often foll| by for) to attempt to get" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angle",2,2,1 ], "any piece of fishing tackle, esp| a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angler",1,1,1 ], "a person who fishes with a rod and line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angler",1,1,2 ], "a person who schemes or uses devious methods to secure an advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angler",1,1,3 ], "any spiny-finned fish of the order Pediculati (or Lophiiformes)| They live at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angler",1,1,3 ], "the bottom of the sea and typically have a long spiny movable dorsal fin with which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angler",1,1,3 ], "they lure their prey" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anglesite",1,1,1 ], "a white or grey secondary mineral consisting of lead sulphate in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anglesite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| It occurs in lead-ore deposits and is a source of lead| Formula: PbSO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angleworm",1,1,1 ], "an earthworm used as bait by anglers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anglicize",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|) to make or become English in outlook, attitude, form, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angling",1,1,1,1 ], "other lure, such as a fly; fishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angling",1,1,1,1 ], "the art or sport of catching fish with a rod and line and a baited hook or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angling",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angora",1,1,1,1 ], "Angora rabbit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angora",1,1,1,1 ], "the long soft hair of the outer coat of the Angora goat or the fur of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angora",1,1,1,2 ], "yarn, cloth, or clothing made from this hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angora",1,1,1,3 ], "a material made to resemble this yarn or cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angora",1,1,1,4 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angora",1,1,2 ], "an idiot; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angostura bark",1,1,1 ], "genus Cusparia or Galipea, used to make angostura bitters and formerly used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angostura bark",1,1,1 ], "medicinally to reduce fever" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angostura bark",1,1,1 ], "the bitter aromatic bark of certain South American rutaceous trees of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angostura bitters",1,1,1 ], "a bitter aromatic tonic, used as a flavouring in alcoholic drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angry young man",1,1,1 ], "hostility towards the established traditions and ruling elements of their country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angry young man",1,1,1 ], "one of several British novelists and playwrights of the 1950s who shared a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angry young man",1,1,2 ], "any similarly rebellious person or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angry",1,1,1 ], "grier, griest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angry",1,1,2 ], "feeling or expressing annoyance, animosity, or resentment; enraged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angry",1,1,3 ], "suggestive of anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angry",1,1,4 ], "severely inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angst",1,1,1 ], "an acute but nonspecific sense of anxiety or remorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angstrom",1,1,1 ], "A" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "angstrom",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to 10-'1'0 metre, used principally to express the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angstrom",1,1,1 ], "wavelengths of electromagnetic radiations| It is equivalent to 0|1 nanometre| Symbol: 'A or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anguilliform",1,1,1 ], "having the shape or form of an eel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anguine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or similar to a snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anguish",1,1,1 ], "extreme pain or misery; mental or physical torture; agony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anguish",1,2,1 ], "to afflict or be afflicted with anguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular acceleration",1,1,1 ], "the rate of change of angular velocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular momentum",1,1,1 ], "of rotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angular momentum",1,1,1 ], "the product of the momentum of a rotating body and its distance from the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular velocity",1,1,1 ], "change of the angle subtended at that fixed point by the path of the body| Symbol: w" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "angular velocity",1,1,1 ], "the velocity of a body rotating about a fixed point measured as the rate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular",1,1,1 ], "lean or bony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular",1,1,2 ], "awkward or stiff in manner or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular",1,1,3 ], "having an angle or angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular",1,1,4 ], "placed at an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angular",1,1,5 ], "measured by an angle or by the rate at which an angle changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angularity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being angular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angularity",1,1,2 ], "an angular form or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angulate",1,1,1 ], "having angles or an angular shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angulate",1,2,1 ], "to make or become angular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angulation",1,1,1 ], "an angular formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angulation",1,1,2 ], "the precise measurement of angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angwantibo",1,1,1 ], "a rare gold-coloured prosimian primate, Arctocebus calabarensis, having digits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "angwantibo",1,1,1 ], "that are specialized as a pair of pincers for climbing: family Lorisidae (lorises)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anhedral",1,1,1 ], "the downward inclination of an aircraft wing in relation to the lateral axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anhinga",1,1,1 ], "another name for darter (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anhydride",1,1,1 ], "a compound that has been formed from another compound by dehydration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anhydride",1,1,2 ], "a compound that forms an acid or base when added to water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anhydride",1,1,3 ], "any organic compound containing the group -CO|O|CO- formed by removal of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anhydride",1,1,3 ], "water molecule from two carboxyl groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anhydrite",1,1,1 ], "a glassy colourless to grey mineral consisting of anhydrous calcium sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anhydrite",1,1,1 ], "in orthorhombic crystalline form, found in sedimentary rocks| Formula: CaSO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anhydrous",1,1,1 ], "containing no water, esp| no water of crystallization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ani",1,1,1 ], "any of several gregarious tropical American birds of the genus Crotophaga:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ani",1,1,1 ], "family Cuculidae (cuckoos)| They have a black plumage, long square-tipped tail, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ani",1,1,1 ], "heavily hooked bill" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aniconic",1,1,1 ], "(of images of deities, symbols, etc|) not portrayed in a human or animal form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anil",1,1,1 ], "a leguminous West Indian shrub, Indigofera suffruticosa: a source of indigo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anile",1,1,1 ], "of or like a feeble old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aniline dye",1,1,1 ], "any synthetic dye originally made from raw materials, such as aniline, found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aniline dye",1,1,1 ], "in coal tar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aniline",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily pungent poisonous liquid used in the manufacture of dyes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aniline",1,1,1 ], "plastics, pharmaceuticals, and explosives| Formula: C6H5NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anilingus",1,1,1 ], "sexual stimulation involving oral contact with the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anim",1,1,1 ], "any of various resins, esp| that obtained from the tropical American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anim",1,1,1 ], "leguminous tree Hymenaea courbaril" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anima",1,1,1 ], "(in Jungian psychology)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anima",1,1,1,1 ], "the inner personality, which is in communication with the unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anima",1,1,1,2 ], "the feminine principle as present in the male unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animadversion",1,1,1 ], "criticism or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animadversion",1,1,2 ], "a carefully considered observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animadvert",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon) to comment with strong criticism (upon); make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animadvert",1,1,1 ], "censorious remarks (about)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "animadvert",1,1,2 ], "to make an observation or comment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal husbandry",1,1,1 ], "the science of breeding, rearing, and caring for farm animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal kingdom",1,1,1 ], "a category of living organisms comprising all animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal magnetism",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being attractive, esp| to members of the opposite sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal magnetism",1,1,2 ], "hypnotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal starch",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for glycogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,1,1 ], "any living organism characterized by voluntary movement, the possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,1,1 ], "cells with noncellulose cell walls and specialized sense organs enabling rapid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,1,1 ], "other animals" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,1,1 ], "response to stimuli, and the ingestion of complex organic substances such as plants and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,1,2 ], "any mammal, esp| any mammal except man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,1,3 ], "a brutish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing (esp| in the phrase no such animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animal",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the physical needs or desires; carnal; sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animalcule",1,1,1 ], "a microscopic animal such as an amoeba or rotifer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animalism",1,1,1 ], "satisfaction of or preoccupation with physical matters; sensuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animalism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine or belief that man lacks a spiritual nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animalism",1,1,3 ], "a trait or mode of behaviour typical of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animality",1,1,1 ], "the animal side of man, as opposed to the intellectual or spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animality",1,1,2 ], "the fact of being or having the characteristics of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animalize",1,1,1 ], "to rouse to brutality or sensuality or make brutal or sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animate",1,2,1 ], "to give life to or cause to come alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animate",1,2,2 ], "to make gay or lively; enliven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animate",1,2,3 ], "to encourage or inspire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animate",1,2,4 ], "to impart motion to; move to action or work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animate",1,2,5 ], "to record on film so as to give movement to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animate",1,3,1 ], "being alive or having life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animate",1,3,2 ], "gay, spirited, or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animated cartoon",1,1,1 ], "a film produced by photographing a series of gradually changing drawings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animated cartoon",1,1,1 ], "etc|, which give the illusion of movement when the series is projected rapidly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "animation",1,1,1 ], "liveliness; vivacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animation",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animation",1,1,2,1 ], "the techniques used in the production of animated cartoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animation",1,1,2,2 ], "a variant of animated cartoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animatism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that inanimate objects have consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animato",1,2,1 ], "lively; animated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animator",1,1,1 ], "an artist who produces animated cartoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animism",1,1,1 ], "souls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "animism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that natural objects, phenomena, and the universe itself possess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animism",1,1,2 ], "(in the philosophies of Plato and Pythagoras) the hypothesis that there is an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animism",1,1,2 ], "immaterial force that animates the universe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "animosity",1,1,1 ], "a powerful and active dislike or hostility; enmity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animus",1,1,1 ], "intense dislike; hatred; animosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animus",1,1,2 ], "motive, intention, or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animus",1,1,3 ], "(in Jungian psychology) the masculine principle present in the female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "animus",1,1,3 ], "unconscious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anim|",1,1,1 ], "animato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anion",1,1,1 ], "a negatively charged ion; an ion that is attracted to the anode during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anion",1,1,1 ], "electrolysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anise",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean umbelliferous plant, Pimpinella anisum, having clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anise",1,1,1 ], "small yellowish-white flowers and liquorice-flavoured seeds (see aniseed)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aniseed",1,1,1 ], "for expelling intestinal gas and in cookery as a flavouring, esp| in cakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aniseed",1,1,1 ], "the liquorice-flavoured aromatic seeds of the anise plant, used medicinally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aniseikonia",1,1,1 ], "a visual defect in which the shape and size of an object seen by one eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aniseikonia",1,1,1 ], "differs from that seen by the other eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anisette",1,1,1 ], "a liquorice-flavoured liqueur made from aniseed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aniso-",1,1,1 ], "not equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisodactyl",1,1,1 ], "(of the feet of passerine birds) having the first toe directed backwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisodactyl",1,1,1 ], "the other three toes directed forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anisodactyl",1,2,1 ], "a bird having this type of feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisogamy",1,1,1 ], "a type of sexual reproduction in which the gametes are dissimilar, either in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisogamy",1,1,1 ], "size alone or in size and form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anisole",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pleasant-smelling liquid used as a solvent and vermicide and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisole",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: 155 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anisole",1,1,1 ], "perfume and flavouring| Formula: C6H5OCH3; relative density: 0|996; melting pt|: -37|5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anisomerous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having floral whorls that differ in the number of their parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisometric",1,1,1 ], "not isometric; having unsymmetrical parts or unequal measurements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisometric",1,1,2 ], "(of a crystal) having unequal axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisometropia",1,1,1 ], "an imbalance in the power of the two eyes to refract light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisotropic",1,1,1 ], "not isotropic; having different physical properties in different directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisotropic",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant) responding unequally to an external stimulus in different parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anisotropic",1,1,2 ], "of the plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ankerite",1,1,1 ], "a greyish to brown mineral that resembles dolomite and consists of a carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankerite",1,1,1 ], "of calcium, magnesium, and iron| Formula: (Ca,Mg,Fe)CO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ankh",1,1,1 ], "a tall cross with a loop on the top, symbolizing eternal life: often appearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankh",1,1,1 ], "in Egyptian personal names, such as Tutankhamen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ankle sock",1,1,1 ], "a short sock coming up to the ankle| U|S| term: anklet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankle",1,1,1 ], "the joint connecting the leg and the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankle",1,1,2 ], "the part of the leg just above the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anklebone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for talus'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anklet",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental chain worn around the ankle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anklet",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| word for ankle sock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankus",1,1,1 ], "a stick used, esp| in India, for goading elephants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankylosaur",1,1,1 ], "any of various quadrupedal herbivorous ornithischian dinosaurs constituting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankylosaur",1,1,1 ], "had a very heavily armoured tanklike body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ankylosaur",1,1,1 ], "the suborder Ankylosauria, which were most abundant in upper Cretaceous times and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ankylose",1,1,1 ], "(of bones in a joint, etc|) to fuse or stiffen by ankylosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankylosis",1,1,1 ], "abnormal adhesion or immobility of the bones in a joint, as by a direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ankylosis",1,1,1 ], "joining of the bones, a fibrous growth of tissues within the joint, or surgery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ankylostomiasis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ancylostomiasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anlace",1,1,1 ], "a medieval short dagger with a broad tapering blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anna",1,1,1 ], "a former Indian copper coin, worth one sixteenth of a rupee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annabergite",1,1,1 ], "a rare green secondary mineral consisting of hydrated nickel arsenate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annabergite",1,1,1 ], "monoclinic crystalline form| Formula: Ni3(AsO\4)2|8H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annal",1,1,1 ], "the recorded events of one year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annals",1,1,1 ], "yearly records of events, generally in chronological order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annals",1,1,2 ], "history or records of history in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annals",1,1,3 ], "regular reports of the work of a society, learned body, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annates",1,1,1 ], "the first year's revenue of a see, an abbacy, or a minor benefice, paid to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annates",1,1,1 ], "the pope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annatto",1,1,1 ], "a small tropical American tree, Bixa orellana, having red or pinkish flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annatto",1,1,1 ], "and pulpy seeds that yield a dye: family Bixaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annatto",1,1,2 ], "seeds of this tree, used for colouring fabrics, butter, varnish, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annatto",1,1,2 ], "the yellowish-red dye obtained from the pulpy outer layer of the coat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anneal",1,1,1 ], "to temper or toughen (something) by heat treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anneal",1,1,2 ], "internal stress, crystal defects, and dislocations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anneal",1,1,2 ], "to subject to or undergo some physical treatment, esp| heating, that removes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anneal",1,2,1 ], "to toughen or strengthen (the will, determination, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anneal",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anneal",1,2,3 ], "to disappear or cause to disappear by a rearrangement of atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anneal",1,3,1 ], "an act of annealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annelid",1,1,1 ], "and leeches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "annelid",1,1,1 ], "any worms of the phylum Annelida, in which the body is divided into segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annelid",1,1,1 ], "both externally and internally| The group includes the earthworms, lugworm, ragworm," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annelid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Annelida" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annex",1,2,1 ], "to join or add, esp| to something larger; attach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annex",1,2,2 ], "to add territory by conquest or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annex",1,2,3 ], "to add or append as a condition, warranty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annex",1,2,4 ], "to appropriate without permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annex",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of annexe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annexation",1,1,1 ], "the act of annexing, esp| territory, or the condition of being annexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annexation",1,1,2 ], "something annexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annexe",1,1,1 ], "an extension to a main building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annexe",1,1,2 ], "something added or annexed, esp| a supplement to a document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annihilate",1,1,1 ], "to destroy completely; extinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annihilate",1,1,2 ], "to defeat totally, as in debate or argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annihilation",1,1,1 ], "total destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annihilation",1,1,2 ], "the act of annihilating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annihilation",1,1,3 ], "annihilation radiation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "annihilation",1,1,3 ], "energy equivalent of the interacting masses is converted into one or more photons of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annihilation",1,1,3 ], "the destruction of a particle and its antiparticle when they collide| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anniversary",1,1,1 ], "the date on which an event occurred in some previous year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anniversary",1,1,2 ], "the celebration of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anniversary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to an anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anniversary",1,2,2 ], "recurring every year, esp| on the same date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anno Domini",1,1,1 ], "the full form of A|D" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anno regni",1,1,1 ], "in the year of the reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anno urbis conditae",1,1,1 ], "the full form of A|U|C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annotate",1,1,1 ], "explanatory notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annotate",1,1,1 ], "to supply (a written work, such as an ancient text) with critical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annotation",1,1,1 ], "the act of annotating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annotation",1,1,2 ], "a note added in explanation, etc|, esp| of some literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announce",1,1,1 ], "to make known publicly; proclaim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announce",1,2,1 ], "to declare the arrival of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announce",1,3,1 ], "to reveal to the mind or senses; presage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announce",1,4,1 ], "to work as an announcer, as on radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announce",1,4,2 ], "to make known (one's intention to run as a candidate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcement",1,1,1 ], "a public statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcement",1,1,2 ], "a brief item or advertisement, as in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcement",1,1,3 ], "a formal printed or written invitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcement",1,1,4 ], "the act of announcing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcement",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by on) to move (towards) in a threatening manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcement",1,2,1 ], "to present for consideration; suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcement",1,2,2 ], "to bring or be brought to a further stage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcer",1,1,1 ], "a person who announces, esp| one who reads the news, introduces programmes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "announcer",1,1,1 ], "etc|, on radio or television" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annoy",1,1,1 ], "to irritate or displease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annoy",1,1,2 ], "to harass with repeated attacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annoyance",1,1,1 ], "the feeling of being annoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annoyance",1,1,2 ], "the act of annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annoyance",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that annoys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annual ring",1,1,1 ], "a ring of wood indicating one year's growth, seen in the transverse section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annual ring",1,1,1 ], "of stems and roots of woody plants growing in temperate climates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annual",1,1,1 ], "occurring, done, etc|, once a year or every year; yearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annual",1,1,2 ], "lasting for a year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annual",1,2,1 ], "a plant that completes its life cycle in one year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annual",1,2,2 ], "a book, magazine, etc|, published once every year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annuitant",1,1,1 ], "a person in receipt of or entitled to an annuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annuity",1,1,1 ], "a fixed sum payable at specified intervals, esp| annually, over a period, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annuity",1,1,1 ], "as the recipient's life, or in perpetuity, in return for a premium paid either in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annuity",1,1,1 ], "instalments or in a single payment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "annuity",1,1,2 ], "the right to receive or the duty to pay such a sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annul",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make (something, esp| a law or marriage) void; cancel the validity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annul",1,1,1 ], "of; abolish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annular eclipse",1,1,1 ], "an eclipse of the sun in which the moon does not cover the entire disc of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annular eclipse",1,1,1 ], "sun, so that a ring of sunlight surrounds the darkened moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annular ligament",1,1,1 ], "any of various ligaments that encircle a part, such as the wrist, ankle, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annular ligament",1,1,1 ], "trachea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annular",1,1,1 ], "ring-shaped; of or forming a ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulate",1,1,1 ], "having, composed of, or marked with rings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulation",1,1,1 ], "the formation of rings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulation",1,1,2 ], "a ringlike formation or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulet",1,1,1 ], "a moulding in the form of a ring, as at the top of a column adjoining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulet",1,1,1 ], "capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annulet",1,1,2 ], "a ring-shaped device on a shield; hollow roundel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulet",1,1,3 ], "a little ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulment",1,1,1 ], "a formal invalidation, as of a marriage, judicial proceeding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulment",1,1,2 ], "the act of annulling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulose",1,1,1 ], "(of earthworms, crustaceans, and similar animals) having a body formed of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulose",1,1,1 ], "series of rings segmented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annulus",1,1,1 ], "the area between two concentric circles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annulus",1,1,2 ], "a ring-shaped part, figure, or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annunciate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for announce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annunciator",1,1,1 ], "a device that gives a visual indication as to which of a number of electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annunciator",1,1,1 ], "been rung" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "annunciator",1,1,1 ], "circuits has operated, such as an indicator in a hotel showing in which room a bell has" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "annunciator",1,1,2 ], "a device giving an audible signal indicating the position of a train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annunciator",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for announcer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "annus mirabilis",1,1,1 ], "a year of wonders, catastrophes, or other notable events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ann|",1,1,1 ], "annals (periodical publications)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ann|",1,1,2 ], "annual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ann|",1,1,3 ], "annuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anoa",1,1,1 ], "horns and inhabiting the island of Celebes in Indonesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anoa",1,1,1 ], "the smallest of the cattle tribe Anoa depressicornis, having small straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anode",1,1,1 ], "the positive electrode in an electrolytic cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anode",1,1,2 ], "electronic valve or tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anode",1,1,3 ], "the negative terminal of a primary cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anodize",1,1,1 ], "by electrodeposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anodize",1,1,1 ], "to coat (a metal, such as aluminium or magnesium) with a protective oxide film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anodyne",1,1,1 ], "a drug that relieves pain; analgesic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anodyne",1,1,2 ], "anything that alleviates mental distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anodyne",1,2,1 ], "capable of relieving pain or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anoestrus",1,1,1 ], "a period of sexual inactivity between two periods of oestrus in many mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anoint",1,1,1 ], "to smear or rub over with oil or an oily liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anoint",1,1,2 ], "to apply oil to as a sign of consecration or sanctification in a sacred rite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anole",1,1,1 ], "Anolis, such as A| carolinensis family Iguanidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anole",1,1,1 ], "any small arboreal tropical American insectivorous lizards of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anole",1,1,2 ], "(iguanas)| They are able to change the colour of their skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anomalistic month",1,1,1 ], "27|55455 days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anomalistic month",1,1,1 ], "the interval between two successive passages of the moon through perigee;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anomalistic year",1,1,1 ], "365|25964 mean solar days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anomalistic year",1,1,1 ], "the interval between two successive passages of the earth through perihelion;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anomalous",1,1,1 ], "deviating from the normal or usual order, type, etc|; irregular, abnormal, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anomalous",1,1,1 ], "incongruous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anomaly",1,1,1 ], "something anomalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anomaly",1,1,2 ], "deviation from the normal or usual order, type, etc|; irregularity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anomaly",1,1,3 ], "planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anomaly",1,1,3 ], "the angle between a planet, the sun, and the previous perihelion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anomie",1,1,1 ], "lack of social or moral standards in an individual or society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anon",1,1,1 ], "in a short time; soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anon",1,1,2 ], "ever and anon| now and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anonym",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for pseudonym" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anonym",1,1,2 ], "an anonymous person or publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anonymous",1,1,1 ], "from or by a person, author, etc|, whose name is unknown or withheld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anonymous",1,1,2 ], "having no known name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anonymous",1,1,3 ], "lacking individual characteristics; unexceptional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anon|",1,1,1 ], "anonymous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anopheles",1,1,1 ], "any of various mosquitoes constituting the genus Anopheles, some species of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anopheles",1,1,1 ], "which transmit the malaria parasite to man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anorak",1,1,1 ], "a warm waterproof hip-length jacket usually with a hood, originally worn in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anorak",1,1,1 ], "polar regions, but now worn for any outdoor activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anorexia nervosa",1,1,1 ], "a psychological disorder characterized by fear of becoming fat and refusal of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anorexia nervosa",1,1,1 ], "food, leading to debility and even death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anorexia",1,1,1 ], "loss of appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anorthic",1,1,1 ], "another word for triclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anorthite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CaAl2Si2O8" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anorthite",1,1,1 ], "a rare feldspar mineral of the plagioclase series that consists of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anorthite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicate of calcium and occurs in volcanic regions, esp| in Italy and Japan|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anorthosite",1,1,1 ], "a coarse-grained plutonic igneous rock consisting almost entirely of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anorthosite",1,1,1 ], "plagioclase feldspar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anosmia",1,1,1 ], "loss of the sense of smell, usually as the result of a lesion of the olfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anosmia",1,1,1 ], "nerve, disease in another organ or part, or obstruction of the nasal passages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,1,1 ], "a different example of the same sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,1,1 ], "a different; alternative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,1,1 ], "one more; an added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,1,2 ], "help yourself to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,1,2 ], "to try one path, then another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,1,2 ], "we got rid of one loafer, but I think this new man's another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,2 ], "another place| the other House of Parliament (used in the House of Commons to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "another",1,1,2 ], "refer to the House of Lords and vice versa)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anoxaemia",1,1,1 ], "a deficiency in the amount of oxygen in the arterial blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anoxia",1,1,1 ], "lack or absence of oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anoxia",1,1,2 ], "a deficiency of oxygen in tissues and organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ansate",1,1,1 ], "having a handle or handle-like part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anserine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anserine",1,1,2 ], "geese, swans, and certain ducks: family Anatidae, order Anseriformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anserine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the subfamily Anserinae, which includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anserine",1,1,3 ], "silly; foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer back",1,1,1 ], "to reply rudely to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer back",1,1,2 ], "(a person, esp| someone in authority) when one is expected to remain silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer for",1,1,1 ], "to be liable or responsible for (a person's actions, behaviour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer for",1,1,2 ], "to vouch for or speak on behalf of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer for",1,1,3 ], "to suffer or atone for (one's wrongdoing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,1 ], "a reply, either spoken or written, as to a question, request, letter, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,1 ], "article" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,2 ], "a reaction or response in the form of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,3 ], "a solution, esp| of a mathematical problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,3,1 ], "a party's written reply to his opponent's interrogatories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,3,2 ], "(in divorce law) the respondent's written reply to the petition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,4 ], "a musical phrase that follows the subject of a fugue, reproducing it a fifth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,1,4 ], "higher or a fourth lower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to reply or respond (to) by word or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,2,1 ], "act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,3,1 ], "to reply correctly to; solve or attempt to solve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,4,1 ], "to respond or react (to a stimulus, command, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,5,1 ], "to pay off (a debt, obligation, etc|); discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,5,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to meet the requirements (of); be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,5,2 ], "satisfactory (for); serve the purpose (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,5,3 ], "(or answer to)the description)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,5,3 ], "(when intr|, foll| by to) to match or correspond (esp| in the phrase answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answer",1,6,1 ], "to give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answerable",1,1,1 ], "responsible or accountable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "answerable",1,1,2 ], "able to be answered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant bear",1,1,1 ], "another name for aardvark or giant anteater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant bird",1,1,1 ], "Formicariidae, such as Hylophylax naevioides (spotted ant bird), that typically feed on ants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ant bird",1,1,1 ], "any of various dull-coloured South American passerine birds of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant cow",1,1,1 ], "an insect, esp| an aphid, that excretes a sweet honey-like substance that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant cow",1,1,1 ], "collected and eaten by ants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ant hill",1,1,1 ], "a mound of soil, leaves, etc|, near the entrance of an ants' nest, carried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant hill",1,1,1 ], "and deposited there by the ants while constructing the nest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ant",1,1,1 ], "Formicidae, typically living in highly organized colonies of winged males, wingless sterile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ant",1,1,1 ], "any small social insect of the widely distributed hymenopterous family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant",1,1,1 ], "females (workers), and fertile females (queens), which are winged until after mating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ant",1,1,2 ], "white ant| another name for a termite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant",1,1,3 ], "have ants in one's pants| Slang| to be restless or impatient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant-",1,1,1 ], "variant of anti-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anta",1,1,1 ], "a pilaster attached to the end of a side wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antacid",1,1,1 ], "a substance used to treat acidity, esp| in the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antacid",1,2,1 ], "having the properties of this substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonism",1,1,1 ], "openly expressed and usually mutual opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonism",1,1,2 ], "the inhibiting or nullifying action of one substance or organism on another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonism",1,1,3 ], "the normal opposition between certain muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonist",1,1,1 ], "an opponent or adversary, as in a contest, drama, sporting event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonist",1,1,2 ], "any muscle that opposes the action of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonist",1,1,3 ], "a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonistic",1,1,1 ], "in active opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonistic",1,1,2 ], "mutually opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonize",1,1,1 ], "to make hostile; annoy or irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antagonize",1,1,2 ], "to act in opposition to or counteract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antalkali",1,1,1 ], "a substance that neutralizes alkalis, esp| one used to treat alkalosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ante meridiem",1,1,1 ], "the full form of a|m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ante-",1,1,1 ], "before in time or position; previous to; in front of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ante-mortem",1,2,1 ], "(esp| in legal or medical contexts) before death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anteater",1,1,1 ], "South America, esp| Myrmecophaga tridactyla (or jubata)(giant anteater or ant bear)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anteater",1,1,1 ], "any toothless edentate mammal of the family Myrmecophagidae of Central and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anteater",1,1,1 ], "having a long tubular snout used for eating termites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anteater",1,1,2 ], "scaly anteater| another name for pangolin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anteater",1,1,3 ], "spiny anteater| another name for echidna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anteater",1,1,4 ], "banded anteater| another name for numbat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antebellum",1,1,1 ], "of or during the period before a war, esp| the American Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecede",1,1,1 ], "to go before, as in time, order, etc| precede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedence",1,1,1 ], "precedence; priority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedence",1,1,2 ], "retrograde motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedent",1,1,1 ], "an event, circumstance, etc|, that happens before another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedent",1,1,2 ], "a word or phrase to which a pronoun refers| In the sentence People who live in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedent",1,1,2 ], "glass houses shouldn't throw stones,people is the antecedent of who" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antecedent",1,1,3 ], "John was born in Wales then he is British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antecedent",1,1,3 ], "the first proposition in a conditional, such as John was born in Wales in if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedent",1,1,4 ], "an obsolescent name for numerator ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedent",1,2,1 ], "preceding in time or order; prior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedents",1,1,1 ], "ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antecedents",1,1,2 ], "a person's past history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antechamber",1,1,1 ], "another name for anteroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antechoir",1,1,1 ], "the part of a church in front of the choir, usually enclosed by screens," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antechoir",1,1,1 ], "tombs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antedate",1,2,1 ], "to be or occur at an earlier date than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antedate",1,2,2 ], "to affix a date to (a document, etc|) that is earlier than the actual date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antedate",1,2,3 ], "assigned date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antedate",1,2,3 ], "to assign a date to (an event, etc|) that is earlier than its previously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antedate",1,2,4 ], "to cause to occur sooner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antedate",1,3,1 ], "an earlier date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antediluvian",1,1,1 ], "belonging to the ages before the biblical Flood (Genesis 7, 8)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antediluvian",1,1,2 ], "old-fashioned or antiquated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antediluvian",1,2,1 ], "an antediluvian person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antefix",1,1,1 ], "a carved ornament at the eaves of a roof to hide the joint between the tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antelope",1,1,1 ], "any bovid mammal of the subfamily Antilopinae, of Africa and Asia| They are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antelope",1,1,1 ], "impala, gerenuk, blackbuck, and dik-diks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antelope",1,1,1 ], "typically graceful, having long legs and horns, and include the gazelles, springbok," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antelope",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar bovids of Africa and Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antelope",1,1,3 ], "American antelope| another name for pronghorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antemeridian",1,1,1 ], "before noon; in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antenatal",1,1,1 ], "occurring or present before birth; during pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antenatal",1,2,1 ], "an examination during pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antenna",1,1,1 ], "etc|, that are often whiplike and respond to touch and taste but may be specialized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antenna",1,1,1 ], "for swimming or attachment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antenna",1,1,1 ], "| one of a pair of mobile appendages on the heads of insects, crustaceans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antenna",1,1,2 ], "another name for aerial ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antennule",1,1,1 ], "of the antennae, usually having a sensory function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antennule",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of small mobile appendages on the heads of crustaceans in front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antependium",1,1,1 ], "a covering hung over the front of an altar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antepenult",1,1,1 ], "the third last syllable in a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antepenultimate",1,1,1 ], "third from last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antepenultimate",1,2,1 ], "anything that is third from last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anterior",1,1,1 ], "situated at or towards the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anterior",1,1,2 ], "earlier in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anterior",1,1,3 ], "of or near the head end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anterior",1,1,4 ], "(of part of a flower or leaf) situated farthest away from the main stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anteroom",1,1,1 ], "a room giving entrance to a larger room, often used as a waiting room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antetype",1,1,1 ], "an earlier form; prototype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anteversion",1,1,1 ], "abnormal forward tilting of a bodily organ, esp| the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antevert",1,1,1 ], "to displace (an organ or part) by tilting forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthelion",1,1,1 ], "a faint halo sometimes seen in polar or high altitude regions around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthelion",1,1,1 ], "shadow of an object cast onto a thick cloud bank or fog" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthelion",1,1,2 ], "a white spot occasionally appearing on the parhelic circle at the same height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthelion",1,1,2 ], "as and opposite to the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthelix",1,1,1 ], "a prominent curved fold of cartilage just inside the outer rim of the external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthelix",1,1,1 ], "ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthelmintic",1,1,1 ], "another name for vermifuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthem",1,1,1 ], "a song of loyalty or devotion, as to a nation or college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthem",1,1,2 ], "a musical composition for choir, usually set to words from the Bible, sung as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthem",1,1,2 ], "part of a church service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthem",1,1,3 ], "a religious chant sung antiphonally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthemion",1,1,1 ], "a floral design, used esp| in ancient Greek and Roman architecture and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthemion",1,1,1 ], "decoration, usually consisting of honeysuckle, lotus, or palmette leaf motifs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anther",1,1,1 ], "in which the pollen matures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anther",1,1,1 ], "the terminal part of a stamen consisting of two lobes each containing two sacs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antheridium",1,1,1 ], "antherozoids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antheridium",1,1,1 ], "the male sex organ of algae, fungi, mosses, and ferns, which produces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antherozoid",1,1,1 ], "one of many small male gametes produced in an antheridium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthesis",1,1,1 ], "the process of flowering in plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antho-",1,1,1 ], "denoting a flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthocyanin",1,1,1 ], "P" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anthocyanin",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of water-soluble glycosidic pigments, esp| those responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthocyanin",1,1,1 ], "for the red and blue colours in flowers| They are closely related to vitamins E and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthodium",1,1,1 ], "another name for capitulum ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthologize",1,1,1 ], "to compile or put into an anthology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthology",1,1,1 ], "a collection of literary passages or works, esp| poems, by various authors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthology",1,1,2 ], "any printed collection of literary pieces, songs, works of art, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthophore",1,1,1 ], "an elongation of the receptacle of a flower between the calyx and corolla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthotaxy",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of flowers on a stem or parts on a flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthozoan",1,1,1 ], "Anthozoa, including the corals, sea anemones, and sea pens, in which the body is in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthozoan",1,1,1 ], "any of the solitary or colonial sessile marine coelenterates of the class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthozoan",1,1,1 ], "form of a polyp" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anthozoan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the class Anthozoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthracene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless tricyclic crystalline solid having a slight blue fluorescence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthracene",1,1,1 ], "crystals in scintillation counters| Formula: C6H4(CH)2C6H4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anthracene",1,1,1 ], "used in the manufacture of chemicals, esp| diphenylamine and alizarin, and as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthracite",1,1,1 ], "10'7 J/kg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anthracite",1,1,1 ], "a hard jet-black coal that burns slowly with a nonluminous flame giving out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthracite",1,1,1 ], "intense heat| Fixed carbon content: 86-98 per cent; calorific value: 3|14 X l0'7-3|63 X" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthracnose",1,1,1 ], "any of several fungus diseases of plants, such as vines and beans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthracnose",1,1,1 ], "characterized by oval dark depressed spots on the fruit and elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthracoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling anthrax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthracoid",1,1,2 ], "resembling carbon, coal, or charcoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthraquinone",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline solid used in the manufacture of dyes, esp| anthraquinone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthraquinone",1,1,1 ], "dyes, which have excellent colour properties| Formula: C6H4(CO)2C6H4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthrax",1,1,1 ], "a highly infectious disease of animals, esp| cattle and sheep, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthrax",1,1,1 ], "bacterium Bacillus anthracis and can be transmitted to man" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anthrax",1,1,1 ], "by fever, enlarged spleen and swelling of the throat| It is caused by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthrax",1,1,2 ], "a pustule or other lesion caused by this disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating man or human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropocentric",1,1,1 ], "regarding man as the most important and central factor in the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the study of the origins of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropoid ape",1,1,1 ], "any primate of the family Pongidae, having no tail, elongated arms, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropoid ape",1,1,1 ], "gorillas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anthropoid ape",1,1,1 ], "highly developed brain| The group includes gibbons, orang-utans, chimpanzees, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthropoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropoid",1,1,2 ], "resembling an ape; apelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropoid",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the suborder Anthropoidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropoid",1,2,1 ], "any primate of the suborder Anthropoidea, including monkeys, apes, and man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropology",1,1,1 ], "religious beliefs, social relationships, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthropology",1,1,1 ], "the study of man, his origins, physical characteristics, institutions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropol|",1,1,1 ], "anthropology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropometry",1,1,1 ], "the comparative study of sizes and proportions of the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to anthropomorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphic",1,1,2 ], "resembling the human form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphism",1,1,1 ], "the attribution of human form or behaviour to a deity, animal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphize",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphize",1,1,1 ], "to attribute or ascribe human form or behaviour to (a god, animal, object," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphosis",1,1,1 ], "transformation into human form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphous",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropomorphous",1,1,2 ], "another word for anthropomorphic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropopathy",1,1,1 ], "the attribution of human passions, etc|, to a deity, object, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropophagi",1,1,1 ], "cannibals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthropophagite",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for cannibal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthroposophy",1,1,1 ], "the spiritual and mystical teachings of Rudolph Steiner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthrop|",1,1,1 ], "anthropological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthrop|",1,1,2 ], "anthropology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthurium",1,1,1 ], "Anthurium, many of which are cultivated as house plants for their showy foliage and their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anthurium",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American aroid plants constituting the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anthurium",1,1,1 ], "flowers, which have a long-stalked spike surrounded by a flaring heart-shaped white or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anthurium",1,1,1 ], "red bract" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "anti",1,1,1 ], "opposed to a party, policy, attitude, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti",1,2,1 ], "an opponent of a party, policy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-",1,1,1 ], "against; opposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-",1,1,2 ], "opposite to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-",1,1,3 ], "rival; false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-",1,1,4 ], "counteracting, inhibiting, or neutralizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-G suit",1,1,1 ], "another name for G-suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-Semite",1,1,1 ], "a person who persecutes or discriminates against Jews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-aircraft",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of or relating to defence against aircraft attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anti-icer",1,1,1 ], "a device fitted to an aircraft to prevent the formation of ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiar",1,1,1 ], "another name for upas 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antibaryon",1,1,1 ], "the antiparticle of any of the baryons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antibiosis",1,1,1 ], "an association between two organisms, esp| microorganisms, that is harmful to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antibiosis",1,1,1 ], "one of them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antibiotic",1,1,1 ], "any of various chemical substances, such as penicillin, streptomycin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antibiotic",1,1,1 ], "bacteria" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "antibiotic",1,1,1 ], "neomycin, and tetracycline, produced by various microorganisms, esp| fungi, or made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antibiotic",1,1,1 ], "synthetically and capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms, esp|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antibiotic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to antibiotics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antibody",1,1,1 ], "an antigen| It combines with the antigen, usually a toxin produced by a bacterium," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antibody",1,1,1 ], "any of various proteins produced in the blood in response to the presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antibody",1,1,1 ], "rendering it harmless" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antic",1,1,1 ], "an actor in a ludicrous or grotesque part; clown; buffoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antic",1,2,1 ], "fantastic; grotesque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticatalyst",1,1,1 ], "a substance that destroys or diminishes the activity of a catalyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticatalyst",1,1,2 ], "another name for inhibitor ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticathode",1,1,1 ], "the target electrode for the stream of electrons in a vacuum tube, esp| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticathode",1,1,1 ], "x-ray tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antichlor",1,1,1 ], "a substance used to remove chlorine from a material after bleaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticholinergic",1,1,1 ], "blocking nerve impulses through the parasympathetic nerves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticholinergic",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that blocks these nerve impulses, used esp| to control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticholinergic",1,2,1 ], "intestinal spasm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticholinesterase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of substances that inhibit the action of cholinesterase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipant",1,1,1 ], "operating in advance; expectant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipant",1,2,1 ], "a person who anticipates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipate",1,1,1 ], "to regard as likely; expect; foresee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipate",1,1,2 ], "to foresee and act in advance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipate",1,1,3 ], "to thwart by acting in advance of; forestall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipate",1,1,4 ], "to mention (something) before its proper time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipate",1,1,5 ], "to make use of in advance of possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipate",1,1,6 ], "to pay (a bill, etc|) before it falls due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipate",1,1,7 ], "to cause to happen sooner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipation",1,1,1 ], "the act of anticipating; expectation, premonition, or foresight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipation",1,1,2 ], "due" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticipation",1,1,2 ], "the act of taking or dealing with funds before they are legally available or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipation",1,1,3 ], "an unstressed, usually short note introduced before a downbeat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticipation",1,1,3 ], "harmonically related to the chord immediately following it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticlastic",1,1,1 ], "(of a surface) having a curvature, at a given point and in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlastic",1,1,1 ], "direction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anticlastic",1,1,1 ], "direction, that is of the opposite sign to the curvature at that point in a perpendicular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticlerical",1,1,1 ], "opposed to the power and influence of the clergy, esp| in politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlerical",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of an anticlerical party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlimax",1,1,1 ], "a disappointing or ineffective conclusion to a series of events, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlimax",1,1,2 ], "a sudden change from a serious subject to one that is disappointing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlimax",1,1,2 ], "ludicrous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticlimax",1,1,3 ], "a descent in discourse from the significant or important to the trivial," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlimax",1,1,3 ], "inconsequential, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticlinal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling an anticline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlinal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the plane at right angles to the surface of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticline",1,1,1 ], "a formation of stratified rock raised up, by folding, into a broad arch so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticline",1,1,1 ], "that the strata slope down on both sides from a common crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticlinorium",1,1,1 ], "a vast elongated anticline with its strata further folded into anticlines and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticlinorium",1,1,1 ], "synclines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticlockwise",1,2,1 ], "equivalent: counterclockwise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticlockwise",1,2,1 ], "in the opposite direction to the rotation of the hands of a clock| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticoagulant",1,1,1 ], "acting to prevent or retard coagulation, esp| of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticoagulant",1,2,1 ], "an agent that prevents or retards coagulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticoincidence",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of or relating to an electronic circuit that produces an output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticoincidence",1,1,1 ], "interval of time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anticoincidence",1,1,1 ], "pulse if one but not both of its input terminals receives a pulse within a specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anticonvulsant",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of drugs used to relieve convulsions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticonvulsant",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this class of drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antics",1,1,1 ], "absurd or grotesque acts or postures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticyclone",1,1,1 ], "a body of moving air of higher pressure than the surrounding air, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anticyclone",1,1,1 ], "clockwise direction in the N hemisphere and anticlockwise in the S hemisphere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anticyclone",1,1,1 ], "pressure decreases away from the centre| Winds circulate around the centre in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antidepressant",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of drugs used to alleviate depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antidepressant",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this class of drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antidote",1,1,1 ], "a drug or agent that counteracts or neutralizes the effects of a poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antidote",1,1,2 ], "anything that counteracts or relieves a harmful or unwanted condition; remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antidromic",1,1,1 ], "(of nerve fibres) conducting nerve impulses in a direction opposite to normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antidromic",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) showing twining to the left and right in members of the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antidromic",1,1,2 ], "species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antifebrile",1,1,1 ], "reducing fever; antipyretic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antifebrile",1,2,1 ], "an antifebrile agent or drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "in the value of their relative permeability but that behave like ferromagnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "substances when their temperature is varied|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antiferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon exhibited by substances that resemble paramagnetic substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antifouling",1,1,1 ], "(of a paint or other coating) inhibiting the growth of barnacles and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antifouling",1,1,1 ], "marine organisms on a ship's bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antifouling",1,2,1 ], "an antifouling paint or other coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antifreeze",1,1,1 ], "a liquid, usually ethylene glycol (ethanediol), added to cooling water to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antifreeze",1,1,1 ], "lower its freezing point, esp| for use in an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antigen",1,1,1 ], "a substance that stimulates the production of antibodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antihalation",1,1,1,1 ], "a process by which light, passing through the emulsion on a film or plate, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antihalation",1,1,1,1 ], "not reflected back into it but is absorbed by a layer of dye or pigment, usually on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antihalation",1,1,1,1 ], "the back of the film, thus preventing halation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antihalation",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antihelix",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of anthelix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antihero",1,1,1 ], "a central character in a novel, play, etc|, who lacks the traditional heroic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antihero",1,1,1 ], "virtues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antihistamine",1,1,1 ], "any drug that neutralizes the effects of histamine, used esp| in the treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antihistamine",1,1,1 ], "of allergies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiknock",1,1,1 ], "a compound, such as lead tetraethyl, added to petrol to reduce knocking in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiknock",1,1,1 ], "engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antilepton",1,1,1 ], "the antiparticle of any of the leptons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antilog",1,1,1 ], "short for antilogarithm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antilogarithm",1,1,1 ], "a number whose logarithm is the given number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antilogism",1,1,1 ], "a triad of propositions consisting of the two premisses of a syllogism and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antilogism",1,1,1 ], "negation of its conclusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antilogy",1,1,1 ], "a contradiction in terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimacassar",1,1,1 ], "a cloth covering the back and arms of chairs, etc|, to prevent soiling or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimacassar",1,1,1 ], "decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antimagnetic",1,1,1 ], "exposed to a magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antimagnetic",1,1,1 ], "of or constructed of a material that does not acquire permanent magnetism when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimalarial",1,1,1 ], "effective in the treatment of malaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimalarial",1,2,1 ], "an antimalarial drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimasque",1,1,1 ], "a comic or grotesque dance, presented between the acts of a masque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimatter",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical form of matter composed of antiparticles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimere",1,1,1 ], "a part or organ of a bilaterally or radially symmetrical organism that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimere",1,1,1 ], "corresponds to a similar structure on the other side of the axis, such as the right or left" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antimere",1,1,1 ], "limb of a four-legged animal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antimissile",1,1,1 ], "relating to defensive measures against missile attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimissile",1,2,1 ], "a defensive missile used to intercept and destroy attacking missiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimonial",1,1,1 ], "of or containing antimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimonial",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent containing antimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimonic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing antimony in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimonous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing antimony in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimony potassium tartrate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless poisonous crystalline salt used as a mordant for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimony potassium tartrate",1,1,1 ], "textiles and leather, as an insecticide, and as an anthelmintic| Formula: K(SbO)C4H4O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antimony",1,1,1 ], "a toxic metallic element that exists in two allotropic forms and occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antimony",1,1,1 ], "density: 6|684; melting pt|: 630|5 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1640 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "antimony",1,1,1 ], "is added to alloys to increase their strength and hardness and is used in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antimony",1,1,1 ], "principally in stibnite| The stable form is a brittle silvery-white crystalline metal that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antimony",1,1,1 ], "semiconductors| Symbol: Sb; atomic no|: 51; atomic wt|: 121|75; valency: 3 or 5; relative" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "antimonyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group SbO-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antineutrino",1,1,1 ], "neutrino" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antineutrino",1,1,1 ], "the antiparticle of a neutrino; a particle having the opposite spin to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antineutron",1,1,1 ], "but a magnetic moment of opposite sign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antineutron",1,1,1 ], "the antiparticle of a neutron; a particle having the same mass as the neutron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anting",1,1,1 ], "the ants are thought to repel parasites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anting",1,1,1 ], "the placing or rubbing of ants by birds on their feathers| The body fluids of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antinode",1,1,1 ], "a point of maximum displacement between two adjacent nodes in a standing wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antinomian",1,1,1 ], "Christian is released from the obligation of adhering to any moral law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antinomian",1,1,1 ], "relating to the doctrine that by faith and the dispensation of grace a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antinomian",1,2,1 ], "a member of a Christian sect holding such a doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antinomy",1,1,1 ], "law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antinomy",1,1,1 ], "opposition of one law, principle, or rule to another; contradiction within a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antinomy",1,1,2 ], "contradiction existing between two apparently indubitable propositions;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antinomy",1,1,2 ], "paradox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antinovel",1,1,1 ], "a type of prose fiction in which conventional or traditional novelistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antinovel",1,1,1 ], "elements are rejected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antinucleon",1,1,1 ], "an antiproton or an antineutron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antioxidant",1,1,1 ], "any substance that retards deterioration by oxidation, esp| of fats, oils," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antioxidant",1,1,1 ], "foods, petroleum products, or rubber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiparallel",1,1,1 ], "parallel but pointing or rotating in opposite directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiparallel",1,1,2 ], "(of two lines) cutting two given lines so that in the quadrilateral formed the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiparallel",1,1,2 ], "interior opposite angles are supplementary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiparticle",1,1,1 ], "antiparticle mutual annihilation occurs" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "antiparticle",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of elementary particles that have the same mass as their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiparticle",1,1,1 ], "corresponding particle but have a charge, baryon number, strangeness, and isospin quantum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiparticle",1,1,1 ], "number, I3, of equal magnitude but opposite sign| When a particle collides with its" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antipasto",1,1,1 ], "a course of hors d'oeuvres in an Italian meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipathetic",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) having or arousing a strong aversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipathy",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of intense aversion, dislike, or hostility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipathy",1,1,2 ], "the object of such a feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiperiodic",1,1,1 ], "efficacious against recurring attacks of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiperiodic",1,2,1 ], "an antiperiodic drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiperistalsis",1,1,1 ], "contractions of the intestine that force the contents in the opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiperistalsis",1,1,1 ], "direction to the normal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antipersonnel",1,1,1 ], "(of weapons, etc|) designed to cause casualties to personnel rather than to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipersonnel",1,1,1 ], "destroy equipment or defences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiperspirant",1,1,1 ], "an astringent substance applied to the skin to reduce or prevent perspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiperspirant",1,2,1 ], "reducing or preventing perspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphlogistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the prevention or alleviation of inflammation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphlogistic",1,2,1 ], "an antiphlogistic agent or drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphon",1,1,1 ], "a short passage, usually from the Bible, recited or sung as a response after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphon",1,1,1 ], "certain parts of a liturgical service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiphon",1,1,2 ], "a psalm, hymn, etc|, chanted or sung in alternate parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphon",1,1,3 ], "any response or answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphonal",1,1,1 ], "sung or recited in alternation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphonal",1,2,1 ], "another word for antiphonary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphonary",1,1,1 ], "a bound collection of antiphons, esp| for use in the divine office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphonary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to such a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphony",1,1,1 ], "the antiphonal singing of a musical composition by two choirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphony",1,1,2 ], "any musical or other sound effect that answers or echoes another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiphrasis",1,1,1 ], "effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiphrasis",1,1,1 ], "the use of a word in a sense opposite to its normal one, esp| for ironic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipodal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to diametrically opposite points on the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipodal",1,1,2 ], "exactly or diametrically opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipode",1,1,1 ], "the exact or direct opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipodes",1,1,1 ], "diametrically opposite to one another on the earth's surface, esp| the country or region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antipodes",1,1,1 ], "either or both of two points, places, or regions that are situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipodes",1,1,1 ], "opposite one's own" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antipodes",1,1,2 ], "the people who live there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipodes",1,1,3 ], "the| Australia and New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipodes",1,1,4 ], "the exact or direct opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipope",1,1,1 ], "a rival pope elected in opposition to one who has been canonically chosen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiproton",1,1,1 ], "but an equal and opposite charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiproton",1,1,1 ], "the antiparticle of the proton; a particle having the same mass as the proton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipsychiatry",1,1,1 ], "an approach to mental disorders that makes use of concepts derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipsychiatry",1,1,1 ], "existentialism, psychoanalysis, and sociological theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antipyretic",1,1,1 ], "preventing or alleviating fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipyretic",1,2,1 ], "an antipyretic remedy or drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antipyrine",1,1,1 ], "a white powder used medicinally to reduce pain and fever| Formula: C11H12N2O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquarian",1,1,1 ], "concerned with the study of antiquities or antiques" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquarian",1,2,1 ], "the largest size of handmade drawing paper, 53 X 31 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquarian",1,2,2 ], "a less common name for antiquary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquary",1,1,1 ], "a person who collects, deals in, or studies antiques, ancient works of art, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquary",1,1,1 ], "ancient times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiquate",1,1,1 ], "to make obsolete or old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquate",1,1,2 ], "to give an old or antique appearance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquated",1,1,1 ], "outmoded; obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquated",1,1,2 ], "aged; ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,1,1,1 ], "a decorative object, piece of furniture, or other work of art created in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,1,1,1 ], "earlier period, that is collected and valued for its beauty, workmanship, and age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,1,2 ], "any object made in an earlier period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,1,3 ], "the| the style of ancient art, esp| Greek or Roman art, or an example of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,1,4 ], "a family of typefaces having all lines of nearly equal thickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,2,1 ], "made in or in the style of an earlier period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,2,2 ], "of or belonging to the distant past, esp| of or in the style of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,2,2 ], "or Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,2,3 ], "old-fashioned; out-of-date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,2,4 ], "aged or venerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,2,5 ], "(of paper) not calendered or coated; having a rough surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antique",1,3,1 ], "to give an antique appearance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquities",1,1,1 ], "ancient times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiquities",1,1,1 ], "remains or relics, such as statues, buildings, or coins, that date from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being ancient or very old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquity",1,1,2 ], "the far distant past, esp| the time preceding the Middle Ages in Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiquity",1,1,3 ], "the people of ancient times collectively; the ancients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiq|",1,1,1 ], "antiquarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiq|",1,1,2 ], "antiquity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antirachitic",1,1,1 ], "preventing or curing rickets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antirachitic",1,2,1 ], "an antirachitic remedy or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antirrhinum",1,1,1 ], "any scrophulariaceous plant of the genus Antirrhinum, esp| the snapdragon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antirrhinum",1,1,1 ], "which have two-lipped flowers of various colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antiscorbutic",1,1,1 ], "preventing or curing scurvy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiscorbutic",1,2,1 ], "an antiscorbutic remedy or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antisepsis",1,1,1 ], "destruction of undesirable microorganisms, such as those that cause disease or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antisepsis",1,1,1 ], "putrefaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antisepsis",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being free from such microorganisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiseptic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting antisepsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiseptic",1,1,2 ], "entirely free from contamination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiseptic",1,1,3 ], "lacking spirit or excitement; clinical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiseptic",1,2,1 ], "an antiseptic agent or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiserum",1,1,1 ], "blood serum containing antibodies against a specific antigen, used to treat or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiserum",1,1,1 ], "provide immunity to a disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antislavery",1,1,1 ], "opposed to slavery, esp| Negro slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antisocial",1,1,1 ], "avoiding the company of other people; unsociable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antisocial",1,1,2 ], "contrary or injurious to the interests of society in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antispasmodic",1,1,1 ], "preventing or arresting spasms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antispasmodic",1,2,1 ], "an antispasmodic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antistatic",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance, textile, etc|) retaining sufficient moisture to provide a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antistatic",1,1,1 ], "conducting path, thus avoiding the effects of static electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antistrophe",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek drama)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antistrophe",1,1,1,1 ], "choral ode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antistrophe",1,1,1,1 ], "the second of two movements made by a chorus during the performance of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antistrophe",1,1,1,2 ], "the second part of a choral ode sung during this movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antistrophe",1,1,2 ], "(in classical prosody) the second of two metrical systems used alternately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antistrophe",1,1,2 ], "within a poem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antitank",1,1,1 ], "designed to immobilize or destroy armoured vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antithesis",1,1,1 ], "the exact opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antithesis",1,1,2 ], "contrast or opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antithesis",1,1,3 ], "effect of balance, such as my words fly up, my thoughts remain below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antithesis",1,1,3 ], "the juxtaposition of contrasting ideas, phrases, or words so as to produce an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antithesis",1,1,4 ], "the second stage in the Hegelian dialectic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antithetical",1,1,1 ], "of the nature of antithesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antithetical",1,1,2 ], "directly contrasted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitoxin",1,1,1 ], "an antibody that neutralizes a toxin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitoxin",1,1,2 ], "blood serum that contains a specific antibody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitrades",1,1,1 ], "the trade winds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antitrades",1,1,1 ], "winds in the upper atmosphere blowing in the opposite direction from and above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitragus",1,1,1 ], "a cartilaginous projection of the external ear opposite the tragus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitrust",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitrust",1,1,2 ], "esp| in order to prevent unfair competition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antitrust",1,1,2 ], "regulating or opposing trusts, monopolies, cartels, or similar organizations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitussive",1,1,1 ], "alleviating or suppressing coughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitussive",1,2,1 ], "an antitussive drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitype",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is foreshadowed or represented by a type or symbol," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antitype",1,1,1 ], "esp| a character or event in the New Testament prefigured in the Old Testament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antitype",1,1,2 ], "an opposite type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antivenin",1,1,1 ], "an antitoxin that counteracts a specific venom, esp| snake venom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antiworld",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical or supposed world or universe composed of antimatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antler moth",1,1,1 ], "a European noctuid moth, Cerapteryx (or Charaeas)graminis, that has white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antler moth",1,1,1 ], "antler-like markings on the forewings and produces larvae that periodically cause great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antler moth",1,1,1 ], "damage to pastures and grasslands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antler",1,1,1 ], "animal ages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "antler",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of bony outgrowths on the heads of male deer and some related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antler",1,1,1 ], "species of either sex| The antlers are shed each year and grow more branches as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antlia" ,1, 2, 1],"a faint constellation in the S hemisphere close to Hydra and Vela",1). c_DEF([ "antlion",1,1,1 ], "any of various neuropterous insects of the family Myrmeleontidae, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antlion",1,1,1 ], "typically resemble dragonflies and are most common in tropical regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antonomasia",1,1,1 ], "highness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "antonomasia",1,1,1 ], "the substitution of a title or epithet for a proper name, such as his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antonomasia",1,1,2 ], "the use of a proper name for an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antonym",1,1,1 ], "a word that means the opposite of another word: emptyis an antonym of full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antre",1,1,1 ], "a cavern or cave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antrorse",1,1,1 ], "directed or pointing upwards or forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "antrum",1,1,1 ], "a natural cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ant|",1,1,1 ], "antonym" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anuran",1,1,1 ], "(amphibians)| The group includes the frogs and toads" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "anuran",1,1,1 ], "absence of a tail and very long hind legs specialized for hopping: class Amphibia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anuran",1,1,1 ], "any of the vertebrates of the order Anura (or Salientia), characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anuran",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Anura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anuresis",1,1,1 ], "in the urinary bladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anuresis",1,1,1 ], "inability to urinate even though urine is formed by the kidneys and retained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anuria",1,1,1 ], "complete suppression of urine formation, often as the result of a kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anuria",1,1,1 ], "disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anurous",1,1,1 ], "lacking a tail; tailless; acaudate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anus",1,1,1 ], "the excretory opening at the end of the alimentary canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anvil",1,1,1 ], "a heavy iron or steel block on which metals are hammered during forging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anvil",1,1,2 ], "any part having a similar shape or function, such as the lower part of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anvil",1,1,2 ], "telegraph key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anvil",1,1,3 ], "is held" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anvil",1,1,3 ], "the fixed jaw of a measurement device against which the piece to be measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anvil",1,1,4 ], "the nontechnical name for incus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anxiety",1,1,1 ], "a state of uneasiness or tension caused by apprehension of possible future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anxiety",1,1,1 ], "misfortune, danger, etc|; worry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anxiety",1,1,2 ], "intense desire; eagerness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anxiety",1,1,3 ], "an intense state of apprehension or worry occurring in a variety of nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anxiety",1,1,3 ], "and mental disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "anxious",1,1,1 ], "worried and tense because of possible misfortune, danger, etc|; uneasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anxious",1,1,2 ], "fraught with or causing anxiety; worrying; distressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anxious",1,1,3 ], "intensely desirous; eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any more",1,1,1 ], "any longer; still; now or from now on; nowadays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,1,1,1 ], "even the smallest amount or even one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,1,1,1 ], "one, some, or several, as specified, no matter how much or many, what kind or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,1,1,1 ], "quality, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,1,1,2 ], "don't give her any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,1,1,2 ], "take any you like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,1,2 ], "whatever or whichever; no matter what or which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,1,3 ], "an indefinite or unlimited (esp| in the phrases any amount or number)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,2,1,1 ], "(foll| by a comparative adj|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,2,2 ], "to even the smallest extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "any",1,2,2,2 ], "Not standard| at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anybody" ,1, 1, 1],"any person; anyone",1). c_DEF([ "anybody" ,1, 1, 2],"a person of any importance",1). c_DEF([ "anybody" ,1, 2, 1],"bodies",1). c_DEF([ "anybody" ,1, 2, 2],"(often preceded by just) any person at random; no matter who",1). c_DEF([ "anyhow",1,1,1 ], "in any case; at any rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyhow",1,1,2 ], "in any manner or by any means whatever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyhow",1,1,3 ], "in a haphazard manner; carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyone",1,1,1 ], "any person; anybody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyone",1,1,2 ], "a person of any importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyone",1,1,3 ], "any person at random; no matter who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyplace",1,1,1 ], "in, at, or to any unspecified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anything",1,1,1 ], "any object, event, action, etc|, whatever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anything",1,2,1 ], "a thing of any kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anything",1,3,1 ], "in any way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anything",1,3,2 ], "anything but| by no means; not in the least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anything",1,3,3 ], "like anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anything",1,3,4 ], "(intensifier; usually euphemistic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyway",1,1,1 ], "in any case; at any rate; nevertheless; anyhow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyway",1,1,2 ], "in a careless or haphazard manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyway",1,1,3 ], "Usually any way| in any manner; by any means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anyways",1,1,1 ], "a nonstandard word for anyway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anywhere",1,1,1 ], "in, at, or to any place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anywhere",1,1,2 ], "get anywhere| to be successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anywhere",1,1,3 ], "anywhere from| any quantity, time, degree, etc|, above a specified limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anywheres",1,1,1 ], "a nonstandard word for anywhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "anywise",1,1,1 ], "in any way or manner; at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "an|",1,1,1 ], "anno| Latin: in the year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aoli",1,1,1 ], "garlic mayonnaise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aorist",1,1,1 ], "a tense of the verb in classical Greek and in certain other inflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aorist",1,1,1 ], "languages, indicating past action without reference to whether the action involved was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aorist",1,1,1 ], "momentary or continuous" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aorta",1,1,1 ], "the heart to all parts of the body except the lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aorta",1,1,1 ], "the main vessel in the arterial network, which conveys oxygen-rich blood from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aoudad",1,1,1 ], "a semicircle and long hair covering the neck and forelegs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aoudad",1,1,1 ], "a wild mountain sheep, Ammotragus lervia, of N Africa, having horns curved in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aoudad",1,1,1 ], "sheep" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ap-",1,1,1 ], "variant of apo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apace",1,1,1 ], "quickly; rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apache dance",1,1,1 ], "a fast violent dance in French vaudeville, supposedly between a Parisian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apache dance",1,1,1 ], "gangster and his girl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apache",1,1,1 ], "a Parisian gangster or ruffian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apagoge",1,1,1 ], "an indirect proof of a proposition, hypothesis, etc|, by showing that its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apagoge",1,1,1 ], "contrary is false, impossible, or absurd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apanage",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of appanage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aparejo",1,1,1 ], "a kind of packsaddle made of stuffed leather cushions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,1 ], "to pieces or in pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,2 ], "etc|; aside (esp| in the phrases set or put apart)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,2 ], "placed or kept separately or to one side for a particular purpose, reason," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,3 ], "separate in time, place, or position; at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,4 ], "not being taken into account; aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,5 ], "individual; distinct; separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,6 ], "separately or independently in use, thought, or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apart",1,2,7 ], "apart from| besides; other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apartheid",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) the official government policy of racial segregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apartment",1,1,1 ], "any room in a building, usually one of several forming a suite, esp| one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apartment",1,1,1 ], "is spacious and well furnished and used as living accommodation, offices, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apartment",1,1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for flat ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apartment",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apatetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to coloration that disguises and protects an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apathetic",1,1,1 ], "having or showing little or no emotion; indifferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apathy",1,1,1 ], "absence of interest in or enthusiasm for things generally considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apathy",1,1,1 ], "interesting or moving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apathy",1,1,2 ], "absence of emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apatite",1,1,1 ], "Ca5(F,Cl,OH,@2CO\3)(PO\4)3" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "apatite",1,1,1 ], "a common naturally occurring mineral consisting basically of calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apatite",1,1,1 ], "fluorophosphate or calcium chlorophosphate in hexagonal crystalline form| It is a source of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apatite",1,1,1 ], "phosphorus and is used in the manufacture of fertilizers| Formula:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ape",1,1,1 ], "any of various primates, esp| those of the family Pongidae (see anthropoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ape",1,1,1 ], "ape), in which the tail is very short or absent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ape",1,1,2 ], "any monkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ape",1,1,3 ], "an imitator; mimic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ape",1,1,4 ], "a coarse, clumsy, or rude person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ape",1,2,1 ], "to imitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apeak",1,2,1 ], "in a vertical or almost vertical position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apeman",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct apelike primates thought to have been the forerunners," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apeman",1,1,1 ], "or closely related to the forerunners, of modern man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apercu",1,1,1 ], "an outline; summary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apercu",1,1,2 ], "an insight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperient",1,1,1 ], "laxative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperient",1,2,1 ], "a mild laxative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperiodic",1,1,1 ], "not periodic; not occurring at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperiodic",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a system or instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperiodic",1,1,2 ], "being damped sufficiently to reach equilibrium without oscillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperiodic",1,1,2,2 ], "(of an oscillation or vibration) not having a regular period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperture",1,1,1 ], "a hole, gap, crack, slit, or other opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperture",1,1,1,1 ], "a usually circular and often variable opening in an optical instrument or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aperture",1,1,1,1 ], "device that controls the quantity of radiation entering or leaving it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aperture",1,1,1,2 ], "the diameter of such an opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apery",1,1,1 ], "imitative behaviour; mimicry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apetalous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowering plants such as the wood anemone) having no petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apex",1,1,1 ], "the highest point; vertex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apex",1,1,2 ], "the pointed end or tip of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apex",1,1,3 ], "a pinnacle or high point, as of a career, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apex",1,1,4 ], "relative to the nearest stars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apex",1,1,4 ], "the point on the celestial sphere, lying in the constellation Hercules," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apex",1,1,4 ], "towards which the sun appears to move at a velocity of 7|5 kilometres per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aphaeresis",1,1,1 ], "the omission of a letter or syllable at the beginning of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphagia",1,1,1 ], "refusal or inability to swallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphanite",1,1,1 ], "any fine-grained rock, such as a basalt, containing minerals that cannot be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphanite",1,1,1 ], "distinguished with the naked eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aphasia",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by partial or total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphasia",1,1,1 ], "loss of the ability to communicate, esp| in speech or writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aphelion",1,1,1 ], "the point in its orbit when a planet or comet is at its greatest distance from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphelion",1,1,1 ], "the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apheliotropic",1,1,1 ], "growing in a direction away from the sunlight, as the roots of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphesis",1,1,1 ], "as in squire from esquire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aphesis",1,1,1 ], "the gradual disappearance of an unstressed vowel at the beginning of a word," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphid",1,1,1 ], "any of the small homopterous insects of the family Aphididae, which feed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphid",1,1,1 ], "sucking the juices from plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aphis",1,1,1 ], "any of various aphids constituting the genus Aphis, such as the blackfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphis",1,1,2 ], "any other aphid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphonia",1,1,1 ], "loss of the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphonic",1,1,1 ], "affected with aphonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphonic",1,1,1,1 ], "not representing a spoken sound, as k in know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphonic",1,1,1,2 ], "voiceless or devoiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphorism",1,1,1 ], "a short pithy saying expressing a general truth; maxim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphoristic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling an aphorism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphoristic",1,1,2 ], "tending to write or speak in aphorisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphorize",1,1,1 ], "to write or speak in aphorisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphotic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or growing in the absence of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphotic",1,1,2 ], "level at which photosynthesis can take place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aphotic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the zone of an ocean below about 90m (300 ft|), the lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphrodisiac",1,1,1 ], "a drug, food, etc|, that excites sexual desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphrodisiac",1,2,1 ], "exciting or heightening sexual desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphtha",1,1,1 ], "a small ulceration on a mucous membrane, as in thrush, caused by a fungal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aphtha",1,1,1 ], "infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aphyllous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having no leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling bees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apiarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the breeding and care of bees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apiarist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies or keeps bees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apiary",1,1,1 ], "a place where bees are kept, usually in beehives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apical",1,1,1 ], "of, at, or being the apex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apical",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue, such as (t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apical",1,1,2 ], "or (d)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apices",1,1,1 ], "a plural of apex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apiculate",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) ending in a short sharp point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apiculture",1,1,1 ], "the breeding and care of bees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apiece",1,1,1 ], "for, to, or from each one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apish",1,1,1 ], "stupid; foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apish",1,1,2 ], "resembling an ape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apish",1,1,3 ], "slavishly imitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apivorous",1,1,1 ], "eating bees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplacental",1,1,1 ], "(of monotremes and marsupials) having no placenta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplanatic",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens or mirror) free from spherical aberration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplanospore",1,1,1 ], "a nonmotile asexual spore produced by certain algae and fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplasia",1,1,1 ], "congenital absence or abnormal development of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplastic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characterized by aplasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplastic",1,1,2 ], "as of blood cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aplastic",1,1,2 ], "failing to develop into new tissue; defective in the regeneration of tissue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplenty",1,2,1 ], "in plenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplite",1,1,1 ], "a light-coloured fine-grained acid igneous rock with a sugary texture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aplite",1,1,1 ], "consisting of quartz and feldspars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aplomb",1,1,1 ], "equanimity, self-confidence, or self-possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apnoea",1,1,1 ], "a temporary inability to breathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apo-",1,1,1 ], "away from; off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apo-",1,1,2 ], "indicating separation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apo-",1,1,3 ], "indicating a lack or absence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apo-",1,1,4 ], "indicating derivation from or relationship to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocalypse",1,1,1 ], "a prophetic disclosure or revelation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocalypse",1,1,2 ], "Apocalypse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apocalypse",1,1,2 ], "an event of great importance, violence, etc|, like the events described in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocalyptic",1,1,1 ], "outstanding in revelation, prophecy, or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocalyptic",1,1,2 ], "of or like an apocalypse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocarp",1,1,1 ], "an apocarpous gynoecium or fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocarpous",1,1,1 ], "(of the ovaries of flowering plants such as the buttercup) consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocarpous",1,1,1 ], "separate carpels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apochromat",1,1,1 ], "a lens, consisting of three or more elements of different types of glass, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apochromat",1,1,1 ], "is designed to bring light of three colours to the same focal point, thus reducing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apochromat",1,1,1 ], "its chromatic aberration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apochromatic",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens) almost free from spherical and chromatic aberration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocopate",1,1,1 ], "to omit the final sound or sounds of (a word)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocope",1,1,1 ], "omission of the final sound or sounds of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocrine",1,1,1 ], "denoting a type of glandular secretion in which part of the secreting cell is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocrine",1,1,1 ], "lost with the secretion, as in mammary glands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apocryphal",1,1,1 ], "of questionable authenticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocryphal",1,1,2 ], "of or like the Apocrypha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocryphal",1,1,3 ], "untrue; counterfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocynaceous",1,1,1 ], "and some lianas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apocynaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowering plants with latex in their stems, including the dogbane, periwinkle, oleander," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apocynaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Apocynaceae, a family of mostly tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apocynthion",1,1,1 ], "the point at which a spacecraft in lunar orbit is farthest from the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apodal",1,1,1 ], "(of snakes, eels, etc|) without feet having no obvious hind limbs or pelvic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apodal",1,1,1 ], "fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apodictic",1,1,1 ], "unquestionably true by virtue of demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apodictic",1,1,2 ], "necessarily true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apodosis",1,1,1 ], "the main clause of a conditional sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "a protein component that together with a coenzyme forms an enzyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apogamy",1,1,1 ], "a type of reproduction, occurring in some ferns, in which the sporophyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apogamy",1,1,1 ], "develops from the gametophyte without fusion of gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apogee",1,1,1 ], "satellite is at its greatest distance from the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apogee",1,1,1 ], "the point in its orbit around the earth when the moon or an artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apogee",1,1,2 ], "the highest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apogeotropism",1,1,1 ], "negative geotropism, as shown by plant stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apolitical",1,1,1 ], "politically neutral; without political attitudes, content, or bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apollo",1,1,1 ], "a strikingly handsome youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologetic",1,1,1 ], "expressing or anxious to make apology; contrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologetic",1,1,2 ], "protecting or defending in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologetics",1,1,1 ], "of Christianity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apologetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of theology concerned with the defence and rational justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologetics",1,1,2 ], "a defensive method of argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologia",1,1,1 ], "a formal written defence of a cause or one's beliefs or conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologist",1,1,1 ], "a person who offers a defence by argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologize",1,1,1 ], "to express or make an apology; acknowledge failings or faults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologize",1,1,2 ], "to defend formally in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apologue",1,1,1 ], "an allegory or moral fable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apology",1,1,1 ], "a verbal or written expression of regret or contrition for a fault or failing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apology",1,1,2 ], "a poor substitute or offering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apology",1,1,3 ], "another word for apologia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apolune",1,1,1 ], "the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apolune",1,1,1 ], "the point in a lunar orbit when a spacecraft is at its greatest distance from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apomict",1,1,1 ], "an organism, esp| a plant, produced by apomixis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apomixis",1,1,1 ], "any of several types of asexual reproduction, such as parthenogenesis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apomixis",1,1,1 ], "apogamy, in which fertilization does not take place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apomorphine",1,1,1 ], "C17H17NO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apomorphine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline alkaloid, derived from morphine but less strong in action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apomorphine",1,1,1 ], "that is used medicinally as an emetic, expectorant, and hypnotic| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aponeurosis",1,1,1 ], "a white fibrous sheet of tissue by which certain muscles are attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aponeurosis",1,1,1 ], "bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apopemptic",1,1,1 ], "relating to leave-taking or farewell; valedictory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apopemptic",1,2,1 ], "a speech or poem made on departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apophasis",1,1,1 ], "the device of mentioning a subject by stating that it will not be mentioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apophthegm",1,1,1 ], "a short cryptic remark containing some general or generally accepted truth;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apophthegm",1,1,1 ], "maxim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apophyge",1,1,1 ], "capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apophyge",1,1,1 ], "the outward curve at each end of the shaft of a column, adjoining the base or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apophyllite",1,1,1 ], "a white, colourless, pink, or green mineral consisting of a hydrated silicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apophyllite",1,1,1 ], "cracks in volcanic rocks| Formula: KCa4FSi4O10|8H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apophyllite",1,1,1 ], "of calcium, potassium, and fluorine in tetragonal crystalline form| It occurs in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apophysis",1,1,1 ], "a process, outgrowth, or swelling from part of an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apophysis",1,1,2 ], "a tapering offshoot from a larger igneous intrusive mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apoplectic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to apoplexy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apoplectic",1,1,2 ], "furious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apoplectic",1,2,1 ], "a person having apoplexy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apoplexy",1,1,1 ], "or occlusion of a blood vessel in the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apoplexy",1,1,1 ], "sudden loss of consciousness, often followed by paralysis, caused by rupture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aport",1,2,1 ], "on or towards the port side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aposematic",1,1,1 ], "(of the coloration of certain distasteful or poisonous animals) characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aposematic",1,1,1 ], "by bright conspicuous markings, which predators recognize and learn to avoid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aposematic",1,1,1 ], "warning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aposiopesis",1,1,1 ], "the device of suddenly breaking off in the middle of a sentence as if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aposiopesis",1,1,1 ], "unwilling to continue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apospory",1,1,1 ], "development of the gametophyte from the sporophyte without the formation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apospory",1,1,1 ], "spores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apostasy",1,1,1 ], "abandonment of one's religious faith, party, a cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostate",1,1,1 ], "a person who abandons his religion, party, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostate",1,2,1 ], "guilty of apostasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostatize",1,1,1 ], "to forsake or abandon one's belief, faith, or allegiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostil",1,1,1 ], "a marginal note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostle spoon",1,1,1 ], "a silver spoon with a figure of one of the Apostles on the handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostle",1,1,1 ], "one of the 12 disciples chosen by Christ to preach his gospel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostle",1,1,2 ], "any prominent Christian missionary, esp| one who first converts a nation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostle",1,1,2 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apostle",1,1,3 ], "an ardent early supporter of a cause, reform movement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostle",1,1,4 ], "a member of a council of twelve officials appointed to administer and preside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostle",1,1,4 ], "over the Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apostolate",1,1,1 ], "the office, authority, or mission of an apostle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostolic delegate",1,1,1 ], "a representative of the pope sent to countries that do not have full or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostolic delegate",1,1,1 ], "regular diplomatic relations with the Holy See" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apostolic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, deriving from, or contemporary with the Apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostolic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the teachings or practice of the Apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostolic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the pope regarded as chief successor of the Apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostrophe",1,1,1 ], "in John's father and the houses' chimneys" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apostrophe",1,1,1 ], "such as he's for he has or he is, also used in English to form the possessive, as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apostrophe",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark ' used to indicate the omission of a letter or number," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostrophe",2,1,1 ], "a digression from a discourse, esp| an address to an imaginary or absent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apostrophe",2,1,1 ], "person or a personification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apostrophize",1,1,1 ], "to address an apostrophe to|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apothecaries' measure",1,1,1 ], "a system of liquid volume measure used in pharmacy in which 60 minims equal 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apothecaries' measure",1,1,1 ], "fluid drachm, 8 fluid drachms equal 1 fluid ounce, and 20 fluid ounces equal 1 pint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apothecaries' weight",1,1,1 ], "a system of weights formerly used in pharmacy based on the Troy ounce, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apothecaries' weight",1,1,1 ], "contains 480 grains| 1 grain is equal to 0|065 gram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apothecary",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for chemist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apothecary",1,1,2 ], "a chemist licensed by the Society of Apothecaries of London to prescribe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apothecary",1,1,2 ], "prepare, and sell drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apothecium",1,1,1 ], "a cup-shaped structure that contains the asci; a type of ascocarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apothegm",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of apophthegm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apothem",1,1,1 ], "of its sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apothem",1,1,1 ], "the perpendicular line or distance from the centre of a regular polygon to any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apotheosis",1,1,1 ], "the elevation of a person to the rank of a god; deification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apotheosis",1,1,2 ], "glorification of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apotheosis",1,1,3 ], "a glorified ideal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apotheosize",1,1,1 ], "to deify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apotheosize",1,1,2 ], "to glorify or idealize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apotropaic",1,1,1 ], "preventing or intended to prevent evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appal",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to fill with horror; shock or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appalling",1,1,1 ], "causing extreme dismay, horror, or revulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appanage",1,1,1 ], "land or other provision granted by a king for the support of a member of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appanage",1,1,1 ], "royal family, esp| a younger son" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appanage",1,1,2 ], "a natural or customary accompaniment or perquisite, as to a job or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparatus criticus",1,1,1 ], "a scholarly edition of a text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apparatus criticus",1,1,1 ], "textual notes, list of variant readings, etc|, relating to a document, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparatus",1,1,1 ], "a collection of instruments, machines, tools, parts, or other equipment used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparatus",1,1,1 ], "for a particular purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apparatus",1,1,2 ], "a machine having a specific function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparatus",1,1,3 ], "the means by which something operates; organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparatus",1,1,4 ], "any group of organs having a specific function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparel",1,1,1 ], "something that covers or adorns, esp| outer garments or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparel",1,1,2 ], "a vessel's gear and equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparel",1,3,1 ], "to clothe, adorn, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparent magnitude",1,1,1 ], "another name for magnitude ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparent",1,1,1 ], "readily seen or understood; evident; obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparent",1,1,2 ], "seeming, as opposed to real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparent",1,1,3 ], "as observed but discounting such factors as the motion of the observer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparent",1,1,3 ], "changes in the environment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apparition",1,1,1 ], "an appearance, esp| of a ghost or ghostlike figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparition",1,1,2 ], "the figure so appearing; phantom; spectre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparition",1,1,3 ], "the act of appearing or being visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparitor",1,1,1 ], "an officer who summons witnesses and executes the orders of an ecclesiastical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apparitor",1,1,1 ], "and (formerly) a civil court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appassionato",1,2,1 ], "in an impassioned manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,1 ], "a request for relief, aid, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,2 ], "the power to attract, please, stimulate, or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,3 ], "an application or resort to another person or authority, esp| a higher one, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,3 ], "for a decision or confirmation of a decision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,3,1 ], "the judicial review by a superior court of the decision of a lower tribunal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,3,2 ], "a request for such review" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,3,3 ], "the right to such review" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,4 ], "a verbal request to the umpire from one or more members of the fielding side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,4 ], "to declare a batsman out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,1,5 ], "(formerly) a formal charge or accusation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,2,1 ], "to make an earnest request for relief, support, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,3,1 ], "to attract, please, stimulate, or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,3,2 ], "a lower tribunal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,3,2 ], "to apply to a superior court to review (a case or particular issue decided by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,4,1 ], "to resort to, as for a decision or confirmation of a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,5,1 ], "to ask the umpire to declare a batsman out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeal",1,6,1 ], "to challenge the umpire's or referee's decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appear",1,1,1 ], "to come into sight or view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appear",1,1,2 ], "to seem or look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appear",1,1,3 ], "to be plain or clear, as after further evidence, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appear",1,1,4 ], "to develop or come into being; occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appear",1,1,5 ], "to become publicly available; be published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appear",1,1,6 ], "to perform or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appear",1,1,7 ], "to be present in court before a magistrate or judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of appearing, as to the eye, before the public, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,2 ], "the outward or visible aspect of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,3 ], "an outward show; pretence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,4 ], "assessed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,4 ], "one of the outward signs or indications by which a person or thing is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,4,1 ], "the formal attendance in court of a party in an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,4,1 ], "the outward or phenomenal manifestation of things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,4,2 ], "contest the issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,4,2 ], "formal notice that a party or his legal representative intends to maintain or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,4,2 ], "the world as revealed by the senses, as opposed to its real nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,5 ], "keep up appearances| to maintain the public impression of well-being or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,5 ], "normality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,6 ], "put in or make an appearance| to come or attend briefly, as out of politeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appearance",1,1,7 ], "to all appearances| to the extent that can easily be judged; apparently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appease",1,1,1 ], "to calm, pacify, or soothe, esp| by acceding to the demands of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appease",1,1,2 ], "to satisfy or quell (an appetite or thirst, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeasement",1,1,1 ], "hope of maintaining peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appeasement",1,1,1 ], "the policy of acceding to the demands of a potentially hostile nation in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appeasement",1,1,2 ], "the act of appeasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appel",1,1,1 ], "a stamp of the foot, used to warn of one's intent to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appel",1,1,2 ], "a sharp blow with the blade made to procure an opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellant",1,1,1 ], "a person who appeals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellant",1,1,2 ], "the party who appeals to a higher court from the decision of a lower tribunal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellant",1,2,1 ], "another word for appellate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellate",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to appeals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellate",1,1,2 ], "(of a tribunal) having jurisdiction to review cases on appeal and to reverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellate",1,1,2 ], "decisions of inferior courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appellation",1,1,1 ], "an identifying name or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellation",1,1,2 ], "the act of naming or giving a title to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellative",1,1,1 ], "an identifying name or title; appellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellative",1,1,2 ], "another word for common noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellative",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a name or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellative",1,2,2 ], "(of a proper noun) used as a common noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appellee",1,1,1 ], "a person who is accused or appealed against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "append",1,1,1 ], "to add as a supplement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "append",1,1,2 ], "to attach; hang on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendage",1,1,1 ], "an ancillary or secondary part attached to a main part; adjunct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendage",1,1,2 ], "any organ that projects from the trunk of animals such as arthropods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendage",1,1,3 ], "any subsidiary part of a plant, such as a branch or leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendant",1,1,1 ], "attached, affixed, or added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendant",1,1,2 ], "attendant or associated as an accompaniment or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendant",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for pendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendant",1,1,4 ], "relating to another right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendant",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing attached or added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendant",1,2,2 ], "a subordinate right or interest, esp| in or over land, attached to a greater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendant",1,2,2 ], "interest and automatically passing with the sale of the latter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appendicectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of any appendage, esp| the vermiform appendix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendicitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the vermiform appendix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendicle",1,1,1 ], "a small appendage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendicular",1,1,1 ], "relating to an appendage or appendicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendicular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the vermiform appendix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendix",1,1,1 ], "a body of separate additional material at the end of a book, magazine, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appendix",1,1,1 ], "esp| one that is documentary or explanatory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appendix",1,1,2 ], "any part that is dependent or supplementary in nature or function; appendage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apperceive",1,1,1 ], "to be aware of perceiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apperceive",1,1,2 ], "to comprehend by assimilating (a perception) to ideas already in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apperception",1,1,1 ], "conscious awareness of the act and significance of perception; focused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apperception",1,1,1 ], "perception, esp| when selective of certain sensory data" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apperception",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of apperceiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appertain",1,1,1 ], "(with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appertain",1,1,1 ], "to belong (to) as a part, function, right, etc| relate (to) or be connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appestat",1,1,1 ], "a neural control centre within the hypothalamus of the brain that regulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appestat",1,1,1 ], "the sense of hunger and satiety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appetence",1,1,1 ], "a natural craving or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetence",1,1,2 ], "a natural or instinctive inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetence",1,1,3 ], "an attraction or affinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetite",1,1,1 ], "a desire for food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetite",1,1,2 ], "a desire to satisfy a bodily craving, as for sexual pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetite",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by for) a desire, liking, or willingness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetizer",1,1,1 ], "a small amount of food or drink taken to stimulate the appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetizer",1,1,2 ], "any stimulating foretaste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appetizing",1,1,1 ], "pleasing or stimulating to the appetite; delicious; tasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applaud",1,1,1 ], "to indicate approval of (a person, performance, etc|) by clapping the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applaud",1,1,2 ], "to offer or express approval or praise of (an action, person, or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applause",1,1,1 ], "appreciation or praise, esp| as shown by clapping the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple blight",1,1,1 ], "an aphid, Eriosoma lanigera, that is covered with a powdery waxy secretion and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple blight",1,1,1 ], "infests apple trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apple box",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental Australian tree, Eucalyptus bridgesiana, having heart-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple box",1,1,1 ], "juvenile leaves, large lanceolate adult leaves, and conical fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apple butter",1,1,1 ], "a jam made from stewed spiced apples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple green",1,1,1,1 ], "a bright light green or moderate yellowish-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple green",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple maggot",1,1,1 ], "a fruit fly, Rhagoletis pomonella, the larvae of which bore into and feed on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple maggot",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of apple trees: family Trypetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apple of discord",1,1,1 ], "Aphrodite, to whom Paris awarded it, thus beginning a chain of events that led to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apple of discord",1,1,1 ], "Trojan War" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apple of discord",1,1,1 ], "a golden apple inscribed For the fairest| It was claimed by Hera, Athena, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple polisher",1,1,1 ], "a sycophant; toady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple sauce",1,1,1 ], "a puree of stewed apples often served with pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple sauce",1,1,2 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,1 ], "a rosaceous tree, Malus pumila (or Pyrus malus), widely cultivated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,1 ], "rounded edible fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,1 ], "temperate regions in many varieties, having pink or white fragrant flowers and firm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,2 ], "flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, having red, yellow, or green skin and crisp whitish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,3 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,4 ], "any of several unrelated trees that have fruit similar to the apple, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,4 ], "the custard apple, sugar apple, and May apple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apple",1,1,5 ], "apple of one's eye| a person or thing that is very precious or much loved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple-pie bed",1,1,1 ], "a way of making a bed so as to prevent the person from entering it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apple-pie order",1,1,1 ], "perfect order or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applecart",1,1,1 ], "a cart or barrow from which apples and other fruit are sold in the street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applecart",1,1,2 ], "upset the or one's applecart| to spoil plans or arrangements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applejack",1,1,1 ], "a brandy made from apples; distilled cider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apples and pears",1,1,1 ], "stairs| Often shortened to apples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apples",1,1,1 ], "she's apples| Austral| informal| all is going well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applesnits",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of apple slices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appliance",1,1,1 ], "a machine or device, esp| an electrical one used domestically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appliance",1,1,2 ], "any piece of equipment having a specific function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appliance",1,1,3 ], "a device fitted to a machine or tool to adapt it for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appliance",1,1,4 ], "another name for a fire engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applicable",1,1,1 ], "being appropriate or relevant; able to be applied; fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applicant",1,1,1 ], "a person who applies, as for a job, grant, support, etc|; candidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "application",1,1,1 ], "the act of applying to a particular purpose or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "application",1,1,2 ], "relevance or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "application",1,1,3 ], "the act of asking for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "application",1,1,4 ], "a verbal or written request, as for a job, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "application",1,1,5 ], "diligent effort or concentration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "application",1,1,6 ], "skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "application",1,1,6 ], "something, such as a healing agent or lotion, that is applied, esp| to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applicative",1,1,1 ], "relevant or applicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applicator",1,1,1 ], "a device, such as a spatula or rod, for applying a medicine, glue, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applicatory",1,1,1 ], "suitable for application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applied",1,1,1 ], "related to or put to practical use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "applique" ,1, 1, 1],"a decoration or trimming of one material sewn or otherwise fixed onto another",1). c_DEF([ "applique" ,1, 1, 2],"the practice of decorating in this way",1). c_DEF([ "applique" ,1, 2, 1],"es, queing, qued",1). c_DEF([ "applique" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to sew or fix (a decoration) on as an applique",1). c_DEF([ "apply",1,1,1 ], "to put to practical use; utilize; employ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apply",1,2,1 ], "to be relevant, useful, or appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apply",1,3,1 ], "to cause to come into contact with; put onto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apply",1,4,1 ], "to put in an application or request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apply",1,5,1 ], "to devote (oneself, one's efforts) with diligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apply",1,6,1 ], "to bring into operation or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apply",1,7,1 ], "to refer (a word, epithet, etc|) to a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appoggiatura",1,1,1 ], "an ornament consisting of a nonharmonic note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appoint",1,1,1 ], "to assign officially, as for a position, responsibility, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appoint",1,1,2 ], "to establish by agreement or decree; fix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appoint",1,1,3 ], "to prescribe or ordain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appoint",1,1,4 ], "interest in property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appoint",1,1,4 ], "to nominate (a person), under a power granted in a deed or will, to take an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appoint",1,1,5 ], "to equip with necessary or usual features; furnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointee",1,1,1 ], "a person who is appointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointee",1,1,2 ], "a person to whom property is granted under a power of appointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointive",1,1,1 ], "relating to or filled by appointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointment",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement to meet a person or be at a place at a certain time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointment",1,1,2 ], "the act of placing in a job or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointment",1,1,3 ], "the person who receives such a job or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointment",1,1,4 ], "the job or position to which such a person is appointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointment",1,1,5 ], "a fixture or fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointment",1,1,6 ], "nomination to an interest in property under a deed or will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointor",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a power to nominate persons to take property is given by deed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appointor",1,1,1 ], "or will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apportion",1,1,1 ], "to divide, distribute, or assign appropriate shares of allot proportionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apportionment",1,1,1 ], "the act of apportioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apportionment",1,1,2 ], "House of Representatives, on the basis of population" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apportionment",1,1,2 ], "the proportional distribution of the seats in a legislative body, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apposable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being apposed or brought into apposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apposable",1,1,2 ], "another word for opposable ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appose",1,1,1 ], "to place side by side or near to each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appose",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by to) to place (something) near or against another thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apposite",1,1,1 ], "well suited for the purpose; appropriate; apt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apposition",1,1,1 ], "a putting into juxtaposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apposition",1,1,2 ], "a grammatical construction in which a word, esp| a noun phrase, is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apposition",1,1,2 ], "after another to modify its meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apposition",1,1,3 ], "growth in the thickness of a cell wall by the deposition of successive layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apposition",1,1,3 ], "of material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appositive",1,1,1,1 ], "standing in apposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appositive",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for nonrestrictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appositive",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to apposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appositive",1,2,1 ], "an appositive word or phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appraisal",1,1,1 ], "an assessment or estimation of the worth, value, or quality of a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appraisal",1,1,1 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appraisal",1,1,2 ], "a valuation of property or goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appraise",1,1,1 ], "to assess the worth, value, or quality of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appraise",1,1,2 ], "to make a valuation of, as for taxation purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciable",1,1,1 ], "sufficient to be easily seen, measured, or noticed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciate",1,1,1 ], "to feel thankful or grateful for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciate",1,1,2 ], "to take full or sufficient account of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciate",1,1,3 ], "to value highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciate",1,1,4 ], "to raise or increase in value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciation",1,1,1 ], "thanks or gratitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciation",1,1,2 ], "assessment of the true worth or value of persons or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciation",1,1,3 ], "perceptive recognition of qualities, as in art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciation",1,1,4 ], "an increase in value, as of goods or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciation",1,1,5 ], "a written review of a book, etc|, esp| when favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appreciative",1,1,1 ], "feeling, expressing, or capable of appreciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehend",1,1,1 ], "to arrest and escort into custody; seize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehend",1,1,2 ], "to perceive or grasp mentally; understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehend",1,1,3 ], "to await with fear or anxiety; dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehensible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being comprehended or grasped mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehension",1,1,1 ], "fear or anxiety over what may happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehension",1,1,2 ], "the act of capturing or arresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehension",1,1,3 ], "the faculty of comprehending; understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehension",1,1,4 ], "a notion or conception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehensive",1,1,1 ], "fearful or anxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehensive",1,1,2 ], "able to learn or understand quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprehensive",1,1,3 ], "(usually postpositive and foll| by of) perceptive or appreciative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprentice",1,1,1 ], "or profession, esp| for a recognized period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apprentice",1,1,1 ], "someone who works for a skilled or qualified person in order to learn a trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprentice",1,1,2 ], "any beginner or novice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprentice",1,2,1 ], "to take, place, or bind as an apprentice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appressed",1,1,1 ], "pressed closely against, but not joined to, a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apprise",1,1,1 ], "to make aware inform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appro",1,1,1 ], "an informal shortening of approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,1,1 ], "something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,1,1 ], "to come nearer in position, time, quality, character, etc|, to (someone or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,2,1 ], "to make advances to, as with a proposal, suggestion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,3,1 ], "to begin to deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,4,1 ], "to cause to come near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,5,1 ], "the act of coming towards or drawing close or closer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,5,2 ], "a close approximation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,5,3 ], "the way or means of entering or leaving; access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,5,4 ], "an advance or overture to a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,5,5 ], "a means adopted in tackling a problem, job of work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,5,6 ], "the course followed by an aircraft preparing for landing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approach",1,5,7 ], "a shot made to or towards the green after a tee shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approachable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being approached; accessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approachable",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approbate",1,1,1 ], "to accept as valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approbate",1,1,2 ], "approbate and reprobate| Scot| law| to accept part of a document and reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approbate",1,1,2 ], "those parts unfavourable to one's interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "approbate",1,1,3 ], "to sanction officially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approbation",1,1,1 ], "commendation; praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approbation",1,1,2 ], "official recognition or approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approbation",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appropriate",1,1,1 ], "right or suitable; fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appropriate",1,1,2 ], "particular; own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appropriate",1,3,1 ], "to take for one's own use, esp| illegally or without permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appropriate",1,3,2 ], "to put aside (funds, etc|) for a particular purpose or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appropriation",1,1,1 ], "the act of setting apart or taking for one's own use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appropriation",1,1,2 ], "a sum of money set apart for a specific purpose, esp| by a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approval",1,1,1 ], "the act of approving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approval",1,1,2 ], "formal agreement; sanction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approval",1,1,3 ], "a favourable opinion; commendation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approval",1,1,4 ], "on approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approval",1,1,5 ], "(of articles for sale) for examination with an option to buy or return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approve",1,1,1 ], "to consider fair, good, or right; commend (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approve",1,2,1 ], "to authorize or sanction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approve",1,3,1 ], "to demonstrate or prove by trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approve",2,1,1 ], "to improve or increase the value of (waste or common land), as by enclosure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approved school",1,1,1 ], "a former name for community home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximal",1,1,1 ], "situated side by side; close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximate",1,1,1 ], "almost accurate or exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximate",1,1,2 ], "inexact; rough; loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximate",1,1,3 ], "much alike; almost the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximate",1,1,4 ], "near; close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximate",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by to) to come or bring near or close; be almost the same (as)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximation",1,1,1 ], "the process or result of making a rough calculation, estimate, or guess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximation",1,1,2 ], "an imprecise or unreliable record or version" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximation",1,1,3 ], "an inexact number, relationship, or theory that is sufficiently accurate for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "approximation",1,1,3 ], "specific purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "approx|",1,1,1 ], "approximate(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appulse",1,1,1 ], "a very close approach of two celestial bodies so that they are in conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appulse",1,1,1 ], "but no eclipse or occultation occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appurtenance",1,1,1 ], "a secondary or less significant thing or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appurtenance",1,1,2 ], "accessories or equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appurtenance",1,1,3 ], "a minor right, interest, or privilege which passes when the title to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appurtenance",1,1,3 ], "principal property is transferred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "appurtenant",1,1,1 ], "relating, belonging, or accessory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "appurtenant",1,2,1 ], "another word for appurtenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "app|",1,1,1 ], "apparatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "app|",1,1,2 ], "appendix (of a book)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "app|",1,1,3 ], "applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "app|",1,1,4 ], "appointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "app|",1,1,5 ], "apprentice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "app|",1,1,6 ], "approved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "app|",1,1,7 ], "approximate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apr",1,1,1,1 ], "social activity following a day's skiing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apr",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apraxia",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by apparent loss of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apraxia",1,1,1 ], "memory of how to make certain purposeful muscular movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apricot",1,1,1 ], "a rosaceous tree, Prunus armeniaca, native to Africa and W Asia, but widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apricot",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apricot",1,1,2 ], "peach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apricot",1,1,2 ], "the downy yellow juicy edible fruit of this tree, which resembles a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apriorism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that knowledge is based on a priori ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apritif",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink, esp| a wine, drunk before a meal to whet the appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron stage",1,1,1 ], "a stage that projects into the auditorium so that the audience sit on three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron stage",1,1,1 ], "sides of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,1 ], "a protective or sometimes decorative or ceremonial garment worn over the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,1 ], "of the body and tied around the waist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,10 ], "the housing for the lead screw gears of a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,11 ], "another name for skirt ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,12 ], "mother or wife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,12 ], "tied to someone's apron strings| dependent on or dominated by someone, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,2 ], "the part of a stage extending in front of the curtain line; forestage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,3 ], "a hard-surfaced area in front of or around an aircraft hangar, terminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,3 ], "building, etc|, upon which aircraft can stand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,4 ], "a continuous conveyor belt composed of metal slats linked together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,5 ], "a protective plate screening the operator of a machine, artillery piece, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,6 ], "a ground covering of concrete or other material used to protect the underlying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,6 ], "earth from water erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,7 ], "a panel or board between a window and a skirting in a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,8 ], "a sheet of sand, gravel, etc|, deposited at the front of a moraine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,1,9 ], "the part of the fairway leading onto the green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apron",1,2,1 ], "to protect or provide with an apron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apropos",1,1,1 ], "appropriate; pertinent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apropos",1,2,1 ], "appropriately or pertinently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apropos",1,2,2 ], "by the way; incidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apropos",1,2,3 ], "apropos of| with regard to; in respect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apse",1,1,1 ], "a domed or vaulted semicircular or polygonal recess, esp| at the east end of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apse",1,1,1 ], "church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apse",1,1,2 ], "another name for apsis ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apsis",1,1,1 ], "and perigee of the moon| The line of apsides connects two such points and is the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "apsis",1,1,1 ], "either of two points lying at the extremities of an eccentric orbit of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apsis",1,1,1 ], "planet, satellite, etc|, such as the aphelion and perihelion of a planet or the apogee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apsis",1,1,1 ], "principal axis of the orbit" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "apsis",1,1,2 ], "another name for apse ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apt",1,1,1 ], "suitable for the circumstance or purpose; appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apt",1,2,1 ], "having a tendency (to behave as specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apt",1,2,2 ], "an apt pupil)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "apt",1,2,2 ], "having the ability to learn and understand easily; clever (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apteral",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a classical temple) not having columns at the sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apteral",1,1,2 ], "(of a church) having no aisles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apterous",1,1,1 ], "(of insects) without wings, as silverfish and springtails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apterous",1,1,2 ], "without winglike expansions, as some plant stems, seeds, and fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apterygial",1,1,1 ], "(of eels, certain insects, etc|) lacking such paired limbs as wings or fins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apteryx",1,1,1 ], "another name for kiwi (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aptitude test",1,1,1 ], "a test designed to assess a person's ability to do a particular type of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aptitude",1,1,1 ], "inherent or acquired ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aptitude",1,1,2 ], "ease in learning or understanding; intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aptitude",1,1,3 ], "the condition or quality of being apt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apt|",1,1,1 ], "apartment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "apyretic",1,1,1 ], "without fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqua ammoniae",1,1,1 ], "another name for ammonium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqua fortis",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for nitric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqua regia",1,1,1 ], "a yellow fuming corrosive mixture of one part nitric acid and three to four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqua regia",1,1,1 ], "parts hydrochloric acid, used in metallurgy for dissolving metals, including gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aqua vitae",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for brandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqua",1,1,1 ], "or solutions of substances in water (as in aqua ammoniae), esp| in the names of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aqua",1,1,1 ], "pharmacological solutions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aqua",1,1,1 ], "water: used in compound names of certain liquid substances (as in aqua regia)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqua",1,2,1 ], "short for aquamarine (the colour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquaculture",1,1,1 ], "the cultivation of marine organisms for human consumption or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqualung",1,1,1 ], "attached to a cylinder strapped to the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aqualung",1,1,1 ], "breathing apparatus used by divers, etc|, consisting of an oxygen mask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquamarine",1,1,1 ], "a pale greenish-blue transparent variety of beryl used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquamarine",1,1,1,1 ], "a pale blue to greenish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquamarine",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquanaut",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives and works underwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquanaut",1,1,2 ], "a person who swims or dives underwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquaphobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal fear of water, esp| because of the possibility of drowning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquaplane",1,1,1 ], "a single board on which a person stands and is towed by a motorboat at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquaplane",1,1,1 ], "speed, as in water skiing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aquaplane",1,2,1 ], "to ride on an aquaplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquaplane",1,2,2 ], "(of a motor vehicle travelling at high speeds in wet road conditions) to rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquaplane",1,2,2 ], "contact with the road is lost" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aquaplane",1,2,2 ], "up onto a thin film of water between the tyres and road surface so that actual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aquarelle",1,1,1 ], "a method of watercolour painting in transparent washes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquarelle",1,1,2 ], "a painting done in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquarist",1,1,1 ], "the curator of an aquarium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquarist",1,1,2 ], "a person who studies aquatic life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquarium",1,1,1 ], "a tank, bowl, or pool in which aquatic animals and plants are kept for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquarium",1,1,1 ], "pleasure, study, or exhibition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aquarium",1,1,2 ], "a building housing a collection of aquatic life, as for exhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquashow",1,1,1 ], "an exhibition of swimming and diving, often accompanied by music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquatic",1,1,1 ], "growing, living, or found in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquatic",1,1,2 ], "performed in or on water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquatic",1,2,1 ], "a marine animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquatics",1,1,1 ], "sports or pastimes performed in or on the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquatint",1,1,1 ], "a technique of etching copper with acid to produce an effect resembling the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquatint",1,1,1 ], "flat tones of wash or watercolour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aquatint",1,1,2 ], "an etching made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquatint",1,2,1 ], "to etch (a block, etc|) in aquatint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquavit",1,1,1 ], "a grain- or potato-based spirit from the Scandinavian countries, flavoured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquavit",1,1,1 ], "with aromatic seeds and spices, esp| caraway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aqueduct",1,1,1 ], "a conduit used to convey water over a long distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqueduct",1,1,2 ], "a structure, often a bridge, that carries such a conduit or a canal across a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqueduct",1,1,2 ], "valley or river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aqueduct",1,1,3 ], "a channel in an organ or part of the body, esp| one that conveys a natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqueduct",1,1,3 ], "body fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aqueous ammonia",1,1,1 ], "a solution of ammonia gas in water forming ammonium hydroxide|Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqueous ammonia",1,1,1 ], "shortened to ammonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aqueous humour",1,1,1 ], "the watery fluid within the eyeball between the cornea and the lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqueous",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or containing water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aqueous",1,1,2 ], "(of rocks, deposits, etc|) formed from material laid down in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquiculture",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydroponics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquifer",1,1,1 ], "a deposit or rock, such as a sandstone, containing water that can be used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquifer",1,1,1 ], "supply wells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aquilegia",1,1,1 ], "another name for columbine'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquiline",1,1,1 ], "(of a nose) having the curved or hooked shape of an eagle's beak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aquiline",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling an eagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aq|",1,1,1 ], "aqua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aq|",1,1,2 ], "aqueous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ar",1,1,1 ], "a sharp ridge found in mountainous regions that separates two cirques or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ar",1,1,1 ], "glacial valleys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arabesque",1,1,1 ], "a classical position in which the dancer has one leg raised behind and both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arabesque",1,1,1 ], "arms stretched out in one of several conventional poses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arabesque",1,1,2 ], "a piece or movement with a highly ornamented or decorated melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arabesque",1,1,2,1 ], "a type of curvilinear decoration in painting, metalwork, etc|, with intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arabesque",1,1,2,1 ], "intertwining leaf, flower, animal, or geometrical designs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arabesque",1,1,2,2 ], "a design of flowing lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arabesque",1,2,1 ], "designating, of, or decorated in this style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arabinose",1,1,1 ], "a pentose sugar in plant gums, esp| of cedars and pines| It is used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arabinose",1,1,1 ], "culture medium in bacteriology| Formula: C5H10O5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arable",1,1,1 ], "(of land) being or capable of being tilled for the production of crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arable",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or using such land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arable",1,2,1 ], "arable land or farming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "araceous",1,1,1 ], "another word for aroid ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arachnid",1,1,1 ], "any terrestrial chelicerate arthropod of the class Arachnida, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arachnid",1,1,1 ], "mites, and harvestmen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arachnid",1,1,1 ], "simple eyes and four pairs of legs| The group includes the spiders, scorpions, ticks," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arachnoid",1,1,1 ], "spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arachnoid",1,1,1 ], "the middle of the three membranes (see meninges) that cover the brain and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arachnoid",1,1,2 ], "another name for arachnid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arachnoid",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the middle of the three meninges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arachnoid",1,2,2 ], "consisting of or covered with soft fine hairs or fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arachnoid",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to the arachnids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aragonite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white rare mineral that consists of calcium carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aragonite",1,1,1 ], "orthorhombic crystalline form and is found in deposits from hot springs| Formula: CaCO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arak",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of arrack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "araliaceous",1,1,1 ], "The family includes the ivy and ginseng" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "araliaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Araliaceae, a chiefly tropical family of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "araliaceous",1,1,1 ], "trees, shrubs, or woody climbers having small clusters of whitish or greenish flowers|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "araneid",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous arachnids constituting the order Araneae (or Araneida), which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "araneid",1,1,1 ], "comprises the spiders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arapaima",1,1,1 ], "200 kilograms (440 lbs): family Osteoglossidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arapaima",1,1,1 ], "a very large primitive freshwater teleost fish, Arapaima gigas, that occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arapaima",1,1,1 ], "tropical South America and can attain a length of 4|5 metres (15 feet) and a weight of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "araroba",1,1,1 ], "a Brazilian leguminous tree, Andira araroba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "araroba",1,1,2 ], "a bitter yellow powder obtained from cavities in the wood of this tree, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "araroba",1,1,2 ], "in medicine to treat skin ailments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "araucaria",1,1,1 ], "Polynesia, such as the monkey puzzle and bunya-bunya" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "araucaria",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the coniferous genus Araucaria of South America, Australia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbalest",1,1,1 ], "a large medieval crossbow, usually cocked by mechanical means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbiter",1,1,1 ], "a person empowered to judge in a dispute; referee; arbitrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbiter",1,1,2 ], "a person having complete control of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrage",1,1,1,1 ], "immediate resale in others in order to profit from unequal prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrage",1,1,1,1 ], "the purchase of currencies, securities, or commodities in one market for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrage",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to arbitration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrament",1,1,1 ], "the decision or award made by an arbitrator upon a disputed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrament",1,1,2 ], "the power or authority to pronounce such a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrament",1,1,3 ], "another word for arbitration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 1, 1],"founded on or subject to personal whims, prejudices, etc|; capricious",1). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 1, 2],"having only relative application or relevance; not absolute",1). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a government, ruler, etc|) despotic or dictatorial",1). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 1, 4],"not representing any specific value",1). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 1, 5],"(esp| of a penalty or punishment) not laid down by statute within the court's",1). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 1, 5],"discretion",2). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 2, 1],"traries",1). c_DEF([ "arbitrary" ,1, 2, 2],"a less common name for peculiar ,1,4",1). c_DEF([ "arbitrate",1,1,1 ], "to settle or decide (a dispute); achieve a settlement between parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitrate",1,1,2 ], "to submit to or settle by arbitration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitration",1,1,1 ], "agreed upon by the parties concerned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arbitration",1,1,1 ], "the hearing and determination of a dispute by an impartial referee selected or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitration",1,1,2 ], "the procedure laid down for the settlement of international disputes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbitress",1,1,1 ], "a female arbitrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbor vitae",1,1,1 ], "any of several Asian and North American evergreen coniferous trees of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbor vitae",1,1,1 ], "egglike cones" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arbor vitae",1,1,1 ], "genera Thuja and Thujopsis, esp| Thuja occidentalis, having tiny scalelike leaves and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arbor",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of arbour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbor",2,1,1 ], "a rotating shaft in a machine or power tool on which a milling cutter or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbor",2,1,1 ], "grinding wheel is fitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arbor",2,1,2 ], "a rotating shaft or mandrel on which a workpiece is fitted for machining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbor",2,1,3 ], "a part, piece, or structure used to reinforce the core of a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboraceous",1,1,1 ], "resembling a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboraceous",1,1,2 ], "wooded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboreal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboreal",1,1,2 ], "living in or among trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboreous",1,1,1 ], "thickly wooded; having many trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboreous",1,1,2 ], "another word for arborescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arborescent",1,1,1 ], "having the shape or characteristics of a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboretum",1,1,1 ], "a place where trees or shrubs are cultivated for their scientific or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arboretum",1,1,1 ], "educational interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arboriculture",1,1,1 ], "the cultivation of trees or shrubs, esp| for the production of timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arborist",1,1,1 ], "a specialist in the cultivation of trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arborization",1,1,1 ], "a branching treelike appearance in certain fossils and minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbour",1,1,1 ], "a leafy glade or bower shaded by trees, vines, shrubs, etc|, esp| when trained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbour",1,1,1 ], "about a trellis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arbour",1,1,2 ], "an orchard, garden, or lawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbutus",1,1,1 ], "any of several temperate ericaceous shrubs of the genus Arbutus, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arbutus",1,1,1 ], "evergreen leaves, and strawberry-like berries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arbutus",1,1,1 ], "strawberry tree of S Europe| They have clusters of white or pinkish flowers, broad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arc furnace",1,1,1 ], "a furnace in which the charge is heated by an electric arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arc light",1,1,1 ], "a light source in which an arc between two electrodes, usually carbon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arc light",1,1,1 ], "produces intense white illumination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arc welding",1,1,1 ], "a technique in which metal is welded by heat generated by an electric arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arc welding",1,1,1 ], "struck between two electrodes or between one electrode and the metal workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 1, 1],"something curved in shape",1). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 1, 2],"part of an unbroken curved line",1). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 1, 3],"a luminous discharge that occurs when an electric current flows between two",1). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 1, 3],"difference",3). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 1, 3],"electrodes or any other two surfaces separated by a small gap and a high potential",2). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 1, 4],"a circular section of the apparent path of a celestial body",1). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to form an arc",1). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 3, 1],"arctan, etc|, or sometimes sin ' - ,1,, cos ' - ,1,, tan ' - ,1,, etc",2). c_DEF([ "arc" ,1, 3, 1],"specifying an inverse trigonometric function: usually written arcsin, arccos,",1). c_DEF([ "arc-boutant",1,1,1 ], "another name for flying buttress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcade",1,1,1 ], "a set of arches and their supporting columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcade",1,1,2 ], "a covered and sometimes arched passageway, usually with shops on one or both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcade",1,1,2 ], "sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arcade",1,1,3 ], "a building, or part of a building, with an arched roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcana",1,1,1 ], "either of the two divisions (the minor arcana and the major arcana) of a pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcana",1,1,1 ], "of tarot cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arcane",1,1,1 ], "requiring secret knowledge to be understood; mysterious; esoteric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcanum",1,1,1 ], "a profound secret or mystery known only to initiates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcanum",1,1,2 ], "a secret of nature sought by alchemists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcature",1,1,1 ], "a small-scale arcade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcature",1,1,2 ], "a set of blind arches attached to the wall of a building as decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,1 ], "a curved structure, normally in the vertical plane, that spans an opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,2 ], "a structure in the form of an arch that serves as a gateway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,3 ], "something curved like an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,3,1 ], "any of various parts or structures of the body having a curved or archlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,3,1 ], "bony vault formed by the tarsal and metatarsal bones (arch of the foot)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,3,1 ], "outline, such as the transverse portion of the aorta (arch of the aorta) or the raised" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,3,2 ], "one of the basic patterns of the human fingerprint, formed by several curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,1,3,2 ], "ridges one above the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,2,1 ], "to span (an opening) with an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,2,2 ], "to form or cause to form an arch or a curve resembling that of an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",1,3,1 ], "to span or extend over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",2,1,1 ], "chief; principal; leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",2,1,2 ], "very experienced; expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",2,1,3 ], "knowing or superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch",2,1,4 ], "mischievous or cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch-",1,1,1 ], "chief; principal; of highest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch-",1,1,2 ], "eminent above all others of the same kind; extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaeo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating ancient or primitive time or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaeology",1,1,1 ], "cultures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archaeology",1,1,1 ], "the study of man's past by scientific analysis of the material remains of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaeol|",1,1,1 ], "archaeology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaeomagnetism",1,1,1 ], "an archaeological technique for dating certain clay objects by measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaeomagnetism",1,1,1 ], "extent to which they have been magnetized by the earth's magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archaeopteryx",1,1,1 ], "any of several extinct primitive birds constituting the genus Archaeopteryx," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaeopteryx",1,1,1 ], "esp| A| lithographica, which occurred in Jurassic times and had teeth, a long tail," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archaeopteryx",1,1,1 ], "well-developed wings, and a body covering of feathers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "archaeornis",1,1,1 ], "an extinct primitive Jurassic bird, formerly placed in the genus Archaeornis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaeornis",1,1,1 ], "but now thought to be a species of archaeopteryx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archaic",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or characteristic of a much earlier period; ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaic",1,1,2 ], "out of date; antiquated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaic",1,1,3 ], "(of idiom, vocabulary, etc|) characteristic of an earlier period of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaic",1,1,3 ], "and not in ordinary use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archaism",1,1,1 ], "or literary style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archaism",1,1,1 ], "the adoption or imitation of something archaic, such as a word or an artistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaism",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word, expression, style, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archaize",1,1,1 ], "to give an archaic appearance or character to, as by the use of archaisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archangel",1,1,1 ], "a principal angel, a member of the order ranking immediately above the angels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archangel",1,1,1 ], "in medieval angelology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archangel",1,1,2 ], "another name for angelica ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archangel",1,1,3 ], "(labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "archangel",1,1,3 ], "galeobdolon), that occurs in woodlands and has yellow helmet-shaped flowers: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archangel",1,1,3 ], "yellow archangel| a Eurasian herbaceous plant, Galeobdolon luteum (or Lamium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archangel",1,1,4 ], "a bronze-coloured breed of domestic pigeon with black markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archbishop",1,1,1 ], "a bishop of the highest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archbishopric",1,1,1 ], "the rank, office, or jurisdiction of an archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archbishopric",1,1,2 ], "the area governed by an archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archdeacon",1,1,1 ], "an Anglican clergyman ranking just below a bishop and having supervisory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archdeacon",1,1,1 ], "duties under the bishop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archdeacon",1,1,2 ], "a clergyman of similar rank in other Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archdeaconry",1,1,1 ], "the office, rank, or duties of an archdeacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archdeaconry",1,1,2 ], "the residence of an archdeacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archdiocese",1,1,1 ], "the diocese of an archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archducal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an archduke, archduchess, or archduchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archduchess",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of an archduke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archduchess",1,1,2 ], "(since 1453) a princess of the Austrian imperial family, esp| a daughter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archduchess",1,1,2 ], "the Austrian emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archduchy",1,1,1 ], "the territory ruled by an archduke or archduchess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archduke",1,1,1 ], "a chief duke, esp| (since 1453) a prince of the Austrian imperial dynasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arched",1,1,1 ], "provided with or spanned by an arch or arches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arched",1,1,2 ], "shaped like an arch; curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archegonium",1,1,1 ], "a female sex organ, occurring in mosses, ferns, and evergreen trees, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archegonium",1,1,1 ], "produces a single egg cell in its swollen base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archenemy",1,1,1 ], "a chief enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archenemy",1,1,2 ], "the devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archenteron",1,1,1 ], "eventually becomes the digestive cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archenteron",1,1,1 ], "the cavity within an embryo at the gastrula stage of development that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archeology",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of archaeology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archer",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the use of a bow and arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archerfish",1,1,1 ], "Australia, esp| Toxotes jaculatrix, that catch insects by spitting water at them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archerfish",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater percoid fish of the family Toxotidae of S and SE Asia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archery",1,1,1 ], "the art or sport of shooting with bows and arrows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archery",1,1,2 ], "archers or their weapons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archespore",1,1,1 ], "the cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archetype",1,1,1 ], "a perfect or typical specimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archetype",1,1,2 ], "an original model or pattern; prototype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archetype",1,1,3 ], "collective unconscious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archetype",1,1,3 ], "one of the inherited mental images postulated by Jung as the content of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archetype",1,1,4 ], "a constantly recurring symbol or motif in literature, painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archfiend",1,1,1 ], "the| the chief of fiends or devils; Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archi-",1,1,1 ], "variant of arch-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archicarp",1,1,1 ], "a female reproductive structure in ascomycetous fungi that consists of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archicarp",1,1,1 ], "or hypha and develops into the ascogonium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archidiaconal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an archdeacon or his office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archidiaconate",1,1,1 ], "the office, term of office, or area of jurisdiction of an archdeacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archiepiscopal",1,1,1 ], "of or associated with an archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archiepiscopate",1,1,1 ], "the rank, office, or term of office of an archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archil",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of orchil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archimage",1,1,1 ], "a great magician or wizard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archimandrite",1,1,1 ], "the head of a monastery or a group of monasteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archine",1,1,1 ], "a Russian unit of length equal to about 71 cm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archipelago",1,1,1 ], "a group of islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archipelago",1,1,2 ], "a sea studded with islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archiphoneme",1,1,1 ], "an abstract linguistic unit representing two or more phonemes when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archiphoneme",1,1,1 ], "distinction between these has been neutralized: conventionally shown by a capital letter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archiphoneme",1,1,1 ], "within slashes, as /T/ for /t/ and /d/ in German Rat and Rad" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "archiplasm",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of archoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architect",1,1,1 ], "a person qualified to design and supervise the construction of buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architect",1,1,2 ], "a person similarly qualified in another form of construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architect",1,1,3 ], "any planner or creator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architectonic",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or having architectural qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architectonic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the systematic classification of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architectonics",1,1,1 ], "the science of architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architectonics",1,1,2 ], "the scientific classification of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architecture",1,1,1 ], "and similar structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "architecture",1,1,1 ], "the art and science of designing and supervising the construction of buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architecture",1,1,2 ], "a style of building or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architecture",1,1,3 ], "buildings or structures collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architecture",1,1,4 ], "the structure or design of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architrave",1,1,1 ], "the lowest part of an entablature that bears on the columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "architrave",1,1,2 ], "a moulding around a doorway, window opening, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archit|",1,1,1 ], "architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archives",1,1,1 ], "a collection of records of or about an institution, family, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archives",1,1,2 ], "a place where such records are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archivist",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of archives, their collection, and cataloguing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archivolt",1,1,1 ], "a moulding around an arch, sometimes decorated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archivolt",1,1,2 ], "the under surface of an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archon",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Athens) one of the nine chief magistrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archoplasm",1,1,1 ], "involved in the formation of the asters and spindle during mitosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the protoplasmic material surrounding the centrosome, formerly thought to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archpriest",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a chief assistant to a bishop, performing many of his sacerdotal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archpriest",1,1,1 ], "functions during his absence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "archpriest",1,1,2 ], "a senior priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archt|",1,1,1 ], "architect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "archway",1,1,1 ], "a passageway or entrance under an arch or arches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch|",1,1,1 ], "archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch|",1,1,2 ], "archaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch|",1,1,3 ], "archery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch|",1,1,4 ], "archipelago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch|",1,1,5 ], "architect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch|",1,1,6 ], "architectural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arch|",1,1,7 ], "architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used for drawing arcs without using a central point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcs" ,1, 1, 1],"a diagram consisting of two perpendicular axes, the real axis (x-axis) and the",1). c_DEF([ "arcs" ,1, 1, 1],"imaginary axis (y-axis), on which a complex number z = x,,iy can be represented as a",2). c_DEF([ "arcs" ,1, 1, 1],"point",3). c_DEF([ "arctic char",1,1,1 ], "a char, Salvelinus alpinus, that occurs in northern and arctic seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arctic fox",1,1,1 ], "a fox, Alopex lagopus, of arctic regions, whose fur is dark grey in the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arctic fox",1,1,1 ], "and white in the winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arctic tern",1,1,1 ], "a black-capped tern, Sterna paradisea, that breeds in the Arctic and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arctic tern",1,1,1 ], "migrates as far south as the Antarctic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arctic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Arctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arctic",1,1,2 ], "cold; freezing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arctic",1,2,1 ], "a high waterproof overshoe with buckles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arctic",1,2,2 ], "designed or suitable for conditions of extreme cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcuate",1,1,1 ], "shaped or bent like an arc or bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcuation",1,1,1 ], "the use of arches or vaults in buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcuation",1,1,2 ], "an arrangement of arches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arcus senilis",1,1,1 ], "an opaque circle around the cornea of the eye, often seen in elderly people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardeb",1,1,1 ], "Egypt it is approximately equal to 0|195 cubic metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ardeb",1,1,1 ], "a unit of dry measure used in Egypt and other Middle Eastern countries| In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardent spirits",1,1,1 ], "spirits, such as rum, whisky, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardent",1,1,1 ], "expressive of or characterized by intense desire or emotion; passionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardent",1,1,2 ], "intensely enthusiastic; eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardent",1,1,3 ], "glowing, flashing, or shining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardent",1,1,4 ], "burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardour",1,1,1 ], "feelings of great intensity and warmth; fervour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardour",1,1,2 ], "eagerness; zeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ardour",1,1,3 ], "burning heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arduous",1,1,1 ], "requiring great physical or mental effort; difficult to accomplish; strenuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arduous",1,1,2 ], "hard to endure; harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arduous",1,1,3 ], "hard to overcome or surmount; steep or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "are",1,1,1 ], "form used with you" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "are",1,1,1 ], "the plural form of the present tense (indicative mood) of be and the singular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "are",2,1,1 ], "a hectare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "are",2,1,1 ], "a unit of area equal to 100 sq| metres or 119|599 sq| yards; one hundredth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area code",1,1,1 ], "a three-digit number prefixed to an individual telephone number: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area code",1,1,1 ], "making long-distance calls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,1 ], "any flat, curved, or irregular expanse of a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,1,1 ], "or geometric figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,1,1 ], "the extent of a two-dimensional surface enclosed within a specified boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,1,2 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,1,2 ], "the two-dimensional extent of the boundary of a closed plane or curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,10 ], "any part of a computer memory assigned to store data of a specified type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,2 ], "a section, portion, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,3 ], "region; district; locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,4 ], "a part or section, as of a building, town, etc|, having some specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,4 ], "function or characteristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,5 ], "the range, extent, or scope of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,6 ], "a subject field or field of study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,7 ], "any unoccupied or unused flat open piece of ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,8 ], "the ground on which a building stands, or the ground surrounding a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "area",1,1,9 ], "any of the various regions of the cerebral cortex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "areaway",1,1,1 ], "a passageway between parts of a building or between different buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "areca",1,1,1 ], "any of various tall palms of the genus Areca, which are native to SE Asia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "areca",1,1,1 ], "have white flowers and orange or red egg-shaped nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "areg",1,1,1 ], "a plural of erg ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aren't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of are not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aren't",1,1,2 ], "(used in interrogative sentences) contraction of am not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arena theatre",1,1,1 ], "another term for theatre-in-the-round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arena",1,1,1,1 ], "an enclosure or platform, usually surrounded by seats on all sides, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arena",1,1,1,1 ], "sports events, contests, entertainments, etc|, are performed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arena",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arena",1,1,2 ], "contests and other spectacles were held" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arena",1,1,2 ], "the central area of an ancient Roman amphitheatre, in which gladiatorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arena",1,1,3 ], "a sphere or scene of conflict or intense activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arenaceous",1,1,1 ], "(of sedimentary rocks and deposits) composed of sand or sandstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arenaceous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) growing best in a sandy soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arenicolous",1,1,1 ], "growing or living in sand or sandy places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arenite",1,1,1 ], "any arenaceous rock; a sandstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "areography",1,1,1 ], "etc|, of the planet Mars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "areography",1,1,1 ], "the description of the physical features, such as the surface, atmosphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "areola",1,1,1 ], "a space outlined on a surface, such as an area between veins on a leaf or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "areola",1,1,1 ], "an insect's wing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "areola",1,1,2 ], "any small circular area, such as the pigmented ring around the human nipple or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "areola",1,1,2 ], "the inflamed area surrounding a pimple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arethusa",1,1,1 ], "a North American orchid, Arethusa bulbosa, having one long narrow leaf and one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arethusa",1,1,1 ], "rose-purple flower fringed with yellow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argal",1,1,1 ], "another name for argol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argali",1,1,1 ], "a wild sheep, Ovis ammon, inhabiting semidesert regions in central Asia:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argali",1,1,1 ], "family Bovidae, order Artiodactyla|It is the largest of the sheep, having massive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argali",1,1,1 ], "horns in the male, which may almost form a circle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "argent",1,1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argent",1,1,1,2 ], "a bend argent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argentic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing silver in the divalent or trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argentiferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or bearing silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argentine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argentine",1,2,1 ], "any of various small marine salmonoid fishes, such as Argentina sphyraena," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argentine",1,2,1 ], "body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "argentine",1,2,1 ], "that constitute the family Argentinidae and are characterized by a long silvery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argentite",1,1,1 ], "Mexico, Nevada, and Saxony and is an important source of silver| Formula: Ag2S" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "argentite",1,1,1 ], "a dark grey mineral that consists of silver sulphide, usually in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argentite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline forms, and occurs in veins, often with native silver| It is found esp| in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argentous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing silver in the monovalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argentum",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argil",1,1,1 ], "clay, esp| potters' clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argillaceous",1,1,1 ], "(of sedimentary rocks and deposits) composed of very fine-grained material," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argillaceous",1,1,1 ], "such as clay, shale, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argilliferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or yielding clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argillite",1,1,1 ], "any argillaceous rock, esp| a hardened mudstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arginine",1,1,1 ], "an essential bitter-tasting amino acid of plant and animal proteins, necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arginine",1,1,1 ], "for nutrition| Its absence from the diet leads to a reduced production of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arginine",1,1,1 ], "spermatozoa; 2-amino-5-guanidopentanoic acid| Formula: H2NC (:NH)NH(CH\2)3CHNH2COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "argle-bargle",1,1,1 ], "another word for argy-bargy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argol",1,1,1 ], "crude potassium hydrogen tartrate, deposited as a crust on the sides of wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argol",1,1,1 ], "vats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argon",1,1,1 ], "an extremely unreactive colourless odourless element of the rare gas series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argon",1,1,1 ], "lights| Symbol: Ar; atomic no|: 18; atomic wt|: 39|95; density: 1|78 kg/m'3; freezing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "argon",1,1,1 ], "pt|: -189|2 degrees C; boiling pt|: -185|7 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "argon",1,1,1 ], "that forms almost 1 per cent (by volume) of the atmosphere| It is used in electric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argonon",1,1,1 ], "another name for inert gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argosy",1,1,1 ], "a large abundantly laden merchant ship, or a fleet of such ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argot",1,1,1 ], "slang or jargon peculiar to a particular group, esp| (formerly) a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argot",1,1,1 ], "thieves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arguable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being disputed; doubtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arguable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being supported by argument; plausible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argue",1,1,1 ], "to quarrel; wrangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argue",1,2,1 ], "to present supporting or opposing reasons or cases in a dispute; reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argue",1,3,1 ], "to try to prove by presenting reasons; maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argue",1,4,1 ], "to debate or discuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argue",1,5,1 ], "to persuade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argue",1,6,1 ], "to give evidence of; suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argufy",1,1,1 ], "to argue or quarrel, esp| over something trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,1 ], "a quarrel; altercation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,2 ], "a discussion in which reasons are put forward in support of and against a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,2 ], "proposition, proposal, or case; debate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,3 ], "a point or series of reasons presented to support or oppose a proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,4 ], "a summary of the plot or subject of a book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,4,1 ], "a process of deductive or inductive reasoning in which the conclusion can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,4,1 ], "another name for independent variable of a function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,4,1 ], "shown to be true or false" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,4,2 ], "another name for amplitude ,1,6 of a complex number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,4,2 ], "conclusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argument",1,1,4,2 ], "the term present in both premisses of a syllogism but absent from its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argumentation",1,1,1 ], "the process of reasoning methodically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argumentation",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for argument 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argumentative",1,1,1 ], "given to arguing; contentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argumentative",1,1,2 ], "characterized by argument; controversial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argumentum",1,1,1 ], "an argument, proof, or series of reasons in support or refutation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argumentum",1,1,1 ], "proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argus pheasant",1,1,1 ], "(crested argus), occurring in SE Asia and Indonesia| The males have very long tails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argus pheasant",1,1,1 ], "either of two pheasants, Argusianus argus (great argus) or Rheinardia ocellata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argus pheasant",1,1,1 ], "marked with eyelike spots" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "argy-bargy",1,1,1 ], "a wrangling argument or verbal dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argyle",1,1,1 ], "colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "argyle",1,1,1 ], "made of knitted or woven material with a diamond-shaped pattern of two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "argyle",1,2,1 ], "a sock made of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aria",1,1,1 ], "an elaborate accompanied song for solo voice from a cantata, opera, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aria",1,1,1 ], "oratorio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arid",1,1,1 ], "having little or no rain; dry; parched with heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arid",1,1,2 ], "devoid of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ariel",1,1,1 ], "an Arabian gazelle, Gazella arabica (or dama)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arietta",1,1,1 ], "a short relatively uncomplicated aria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aright",1,1,1 ], "correctly; rightly; properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aril",1,1,1 ], "an appendage on certain seeds, such as those of the yew and nutmeg, developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aril",1,1,1 ], "from or near the funicle of the ovule and often brightly coloured and fleshy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arillode",1,1,1 ], "a structure in certain seeds, such as the nutmeg, that resembles an aril but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arillode",1,1,1 ], "is developed from the micropyle of the ovule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ariose",1,1,1 ], "melodic or songlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arioso",1,1,1 ], "a recitative with the lyrical quality of an aria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arise",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to come into being; originate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arise",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by from) to spring or proceed as a consequence; result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arise",1,1,3 ], "to get or stand up, as from a sitting, kneeling, or lying position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arise",1,1,4 ], "to come into notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arise",1,1,5 ], "to move upwards; ascend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arista",1,1,1 ], "a stiff bristle such as the awn of some grasses and cereals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arista",1,1,2 ], "a bristle-like appendage on the antennae of some insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by the best citizens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocracy",1,1,2 ], "a privileged class of people usually of high birth; the nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocracy",1,1,3 ], "such a class as the ruling body of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocracy",1,1,4 ], "government by such a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocracy",1,1,5 ], "a state governed by such a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocracy",1,1,6 ], "a class of people considered to be outstanding in a sphere of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocrat",1,1,1 ], "a member of the aristocracy; a noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocrat",1,1,2 ], "a person who has the manners or qualities of a member of a privileged or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocrat",1,1,2 ], "superior class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aristocrat",1,1,3 ], "a person who advocates aristocracy as a form of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocratic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of aristocracy or an aristocrat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aristocratic",1,1,2 ], "elegant or stylish in appearance and behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic mean",1,1,1 ], "the average value of a set of integers, terms, or quantities, expressed as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic mean",1,1,1 ], "their sum divided by their number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic progression",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of numbers or quantities, each term of which differs from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic progression",1,1,1 ], "succeeding term by a constant amount, such as 3,6,9,12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic",1,1,1 ], "addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and also involution and evolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mathematics concerned with numerical calculations, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic",1,1,2 ], "one or more calculations involving numerical operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic",1,1,3 ], "knowledge of or skill in using arithmetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arithmetic",1,2,1 ], "of, related to, or using arithmetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ark",1,1,1 ], "number of animals and birds during the Flood (Genesis 6-9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ark",1,1,1 ], "the vessel that Noah built and in which he saved himself, his family, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ark",1,1,2 ], "out of the ark| Informal| very old; out of date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ark",1,1,3 ], "a place or thing offering shelter or protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ark",1,1,4 ], "a chest, box, or coffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arkose",1,1,1 ], "a sandstone consisting of grains of feldspar and quartz cemented by a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arkose",1,1,1 ], "of quartz and clay minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,1 ], "(in man) either of the upper limbs from the shoulder to the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,10 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,10 ], "at arm's length| at a distance; away from familiarity with or subjection to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,11 ], "in the arms of Morpheus| sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,12 ], "with open arms| with great warmth and hospitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,2 ], "the part of either of the upper limbs from the elbow to the wrist; forearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,2,1 ], "the corresponding limb of any other vertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,2,2 ], "an armlike appendage of some invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,3 ], "an object that covers or supports the human arm, esp| the sleeve of a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,3 ], "or the side of a chair, sofa, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,4 ], "anything considered to resemble an arm in appearance, position, or function," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,4 ], "esp| something that branches out from a central support or larger mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,5 ], "an administrative subdivision of an organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,6 ], "power; authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,7 ], "any of the specialist combatant sections of a military force, such as cavalry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,7 ], "infantry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,8 ], "ability to throw or pitch|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,1,9 ], "arm in arm| with arms linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",1,2,1 ], "to walk arm in arm with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",2,1,1 ], "to equip with weapons as a preparation for war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",2,2,1 ], "increases efficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arm",2,2,1 ], "to provide (a person or thing) with something that strengthens, protects, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",2,3,1 ], "to activate a fuse so that it will explode at the required time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",2,4,1 ], "to pack arming into (a sounding lead)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arm",2,5,1 ], "a weapon, esp| a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armada",1,1,1 ], "a large number of ships or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armadillo",1,1,1 ], "S North America, such as Priodontes giganteus They are burrowing animals, with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armadillo",1,1,1 ], "any edentate mammal of the family Dasypodidae of Central and South America and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armadillo",1,1,1 ], "peglike rootless teeth and a covering of strong horny plates over most of the body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "armadillo",1,1,2 ], "fairy armadillo| another name for pichiciego" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armament",1,1,1 ], "the weapon equipment of a military vehicle, ship, or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armament",1,1,2 ], "a military force raised and armed ready for war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armament",1,1,3 ], "preparation for war involving the production of equipment and arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armamentarium",1,1,1 ], "professional practice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armamentarium",1,1,1 ], "the items that comprise the material and equipment used by a physician in his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,1 ], "a revolving structure in an electric motor or generator, wound with the coils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,1 ], "that carry the current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,2 ], "a magnetic field or within which an electromotive force is induced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,2 ], "any part of an electric machine or device that vibrates under the influence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,3 ], "a soft iron or steel bar placed across the poles of a permanent magnet to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,3 ], "close the magnetic circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,4 ], "force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,4 ], "such a bar placed across the poles of an electromagnet to transmit mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,5 ], "a framework to support the clay or other material used in modelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,6 ], "the protective outer covering of an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armature",1,1,7 ], "armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armband",1,1,1 ], "a band of material worn round the arm, such as one bearing an identifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armband",1,1,1 ], "mark, etc|, or a black one indicating mourning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armchair",1,1,1 ], "a chair, esp| an upholstered one, that has side supports for the arms or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armchair",1,1,1 ], "elbows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armchair",1,1,2 ], "taking no active part; lacking practical experience; theoretical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armchair",1,1,3 ], "participated in away from the place of action or in the home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armed forces",1,1,1 ], "force, marines, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armed forces",1,1,1 ], "the military forces of a nation or nations, including the army, navy, air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armed",1,1,1 ], "equipped with or supported by arms, armour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armed",1,1,2 ], "prepared for conflict or any difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armed",2,1,1,1 ], "having an arm or arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armed",2,1,1,2 ], "long-armed;one-armed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armes parlantes",1,1,1 ], "arms using devices to illustrate the name of the bearers, such as a rose and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armes parlantes",1,1,1 ], "wall to illustrate the name Rosewall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armet",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting medieval visored helmet with a neck guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armful",1,1,1 ], "the amount that can be held by one or both arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armhole",1,1,1 ], "the opening in an article of clothing through which the arm passes and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armhole",1,1,1 ], "which a sleeve is often fitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armiger",1,1,1 ], "a person entitled to bear heraldic arms, such as a sovereign or nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armiger",1,1,2 ], "a squire carrying the armour of a medieval knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armillary sphere",1,1,1 ], "a model of the celestial sphere consisting of rings representing the relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armillary sphere",1,1,1 ], "determining the positions of stars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "armillary sphere",1,1,1 ], "positions of the celestial equator, ecliptic, etc|, used by early astronomers for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armillary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to bracelets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arming",1,1,1 ], "the act of taking arms or providing with arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arming",1,1,2 ], "a greasy substance, such as tallow, packed into the recess at the bottom of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arming",1,1,2 ], "sounding lead to pick up samples of sand, gravel, etc|, from the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armipotent",1,1,1 ], "strong in arms or war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armistice",1,1,1 ], "an agreement between opposing armies to suspend hostilities in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armistice",1,1,1 ], "discuss peace terms; truce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armlet",1,1,1 ], "a small arm, as of a lake, the sea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armlet",1,1,2 ], "a band or bracelet worn round the arm for ornament, identification, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armlet",1,1,3 ], "a very short sleeve on a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoire",1,1,1 ], "a large cabinet, originally used for storing weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armor",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to heraldry or heraldic arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armorial",1,2,1 ], "a book of coats of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armory",1,1,1 ], "another name for heraldry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armory",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of armoury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour plate",1,1,1 ], "a tough heavy steel, usually containing chromium, nickel, and molybdenum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour plate",1,1,1 ], "often hardened on the surface, used for protecting warships, tanks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,1,1 ], "any defensive covering, esp| that of metal, chain mail, etc|, worn by medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,1,1 ], "warriors to prevent injury to the body in battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,1,2 ], "the protective metal plates on a tank, warship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,1,3 ], "armoured fighting vehicles in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,1,4 ], "any protective covering, such as the shell of certain animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,1,5 ], "the watertight suit of a diver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,1,6 ], "heraldic insignia; arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour",1,2,1 ], "to equip or cover with armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armour-bearer",1,1,1 ], "a retainer who carried the arms or armour of a warrior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoured car",1,1,1 ], "a fast lightly armed and armoured vehicle, mainly used for reconnaissance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoured car",1,1,2 ], "any vehicle strengthened by armoured plate, esp| a security van for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoured car",1,1,2 ], "transporting cash and valuables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armoured",1,1,1 ], "having a protective covering, such as armour or bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoured",1,1,2 ], "comprising units making use of armoured vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoured",1,1,3 ], "(of glass) toughened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armourer",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or mends arms and armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armourer",1,1,2 ], "a person employed in the maintenance of small arms and weapons in a military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armourer",1,1,2 ], "unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armoury",1,1,1 ], "a secure place for the storage of weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoury",1,1,2 ], "a building in which training in the use of arms and drill takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoury",1,1,3 ], "a place where arms are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armoury",1,1,4 ], "armour generally; military supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armpit",1,1,1 ], "name: axilla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armpit",1,1,1 ], "the small depression beneath the arm where it joins the shoulder| Technical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armrest",1,1,1 ], "arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "armrest",1,1,1 ], "the part of a chair, sofa, etc|, that supports the arm| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms race",1,1,1 ], "more and more powerful weapons than the other(s)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arms race",1,1,1 ], "the continuing attempt by two or more nations each to have available to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,1 ], "weapons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,10 ], "up in arms| indignant; prepared to protest strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,2 ], "military exploits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,3 ], "the official heraldic symbols of a family, state, etc|, including a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,3 ], "with distinctive devices, and often supports, a crest, or other insignia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,4 ], "bear arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,4,1 ], "to carry weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,4,2 ], "to serve in the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,4,3 ], "to have a coat of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,5 ], "in or under arms| armed and prepared for war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,6 ], "lay down one's arms| to stop fighting; surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,7 ], "present arms| Military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,7,1 ], "a position of salute in which the rifle is brought up to a position vertically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,7,1 ], "in line with the body, muzzle uppermost and trigger guard to the fore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,7,2 ], "the command for this drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,8 ], "take arms| to prepare to fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arms",1,1,9 ], "to arms!arm yourselves!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "armure",1,1,1 ], "a silk or wool fabric with a small cobbled pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army ant",1,1,1 ], "Dorylinae, which live in temporary nests and travel in vast hordes preying on other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "army ant",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "army ant",1,1,1 ], "any of various mainly tropical American predatory ants of the subfamily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army worm",1,1,1 ], "the caterpillar of a widely distributed noctuid moth, Leucania unipuncta," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army worm",1,1,1 ], "which travels in vast hordes and is a serious pest of cereal crops in North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "army worm",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar caterpillars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army",1,1,1 ], "the military land forces of a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army",1,1,2 ], "a military unit usually consisting of two or more corps with supporting arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army",1,1,2 ], "and services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "army",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army",1,1,4 ], "any large body of people united for some specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "army",1,1,5 ], "a large number of people, animals, etc|; multitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arnica",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate or arctic plant of the genus Arnica, typically having yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arnica",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arnica",1,1,2 ], "montana, used in treating bruises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arnica",1,1,2 ], "the tincture of the dried flower heads of any of these plants, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aroid",1,1,1 ], "arum, calla, and anthurium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aroid",1,1,1 ], "flowers massed on a spadix surrounded by a large petaloid spathe| The family includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aroid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Araceae, a family of plants having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aroid",1,2,1 ], "any plant of the Araceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aroint thee",1,1,1 ], "away! begone!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aroma",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive usually pleasant smell, esp| of spices, wines, and plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aroma",1,1,2 ], "a subtle pervasive quality or atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aromatic",1,1,1 ], "having a distinctive, usually fragrant smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aromatic",1,1,2 ], "(of an organic compound) having an unsaturated ring containing alternating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aromatic",1,1,2 ], "double and single bonds, esp| containing a benzene ring; exhibiting aromaticity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aromatic",1,2,1 ], "something, such as a plant or drug, giving off a fragrant smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aromaticity",1,1,1 ], "addition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aromaticity",1,1,1 ], "behaving like unsaturated molecules and undergoing substitution reactions rather than" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aromaticity",1,1,1 ], "the property of certain planar cyclic conjugated molecules, esp| benzene, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aromaticity",1,1,2 ], "the quality or state of having an aroma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aromatize",1,1,1 ], "to make aromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aromatize",1,1,2 ], "to convert (an aliphatic compound) to an aromatic compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arose",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of arise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,1 ], "surrounding, encircling, or enclosing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,10 ], "so as to have a basis in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,11 ], "approximately in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,2 ], "on all or most sides of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,3 ], "on or outside the circumference or perimeter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,4 ], "situated at various points in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,5 ], "from place to place in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,6 ], "somewhere in or near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,7 ], "making a circuit or partial circuit about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,8 ], "reached by making a partial circuit about something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,1,9 ], "revolving round a centre or axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,1 ], "on all or most sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,10 ], "(of people) active and prominent in a particular area or profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,11 ], "present in some place (the exact location being inexact)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,12 ], "in circulation; available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,13 ], "to many places, so as to have gained considerable experience, often of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,13 ], "worldly or social nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,2 ], "on or outside the circumference or perimeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,3 ], "in all directions from a point of reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,4 ], "to all members of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,5 ], "in the vicinity, esp| restlessly but idly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,6 ], "here and there; in no particular place or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,7 ], "in rotation or revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,8 ], "by a circuitous route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "around",1,2,9 ], "to a specific place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arouse",1,1,1 ], "to evoke or elicit (a reaction, emotion, or response); stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arouse",1,1,2 ], "to awaken from sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arpeggio",1,1,1 ], "a chord whose notes are played in rapid succession rather than simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arpeggio",1,1,2 ], "an ascending and descending figuration used in practising the piano, voice," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arpeggio",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arpent",1,1,1 ], "a former French unit of area, approximately equal to one acre, still used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arpent",1,1,1 ], "parts of Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arquebus",1,1,1 ], "a portable long-barrelled gun dating from the 15th century: fired by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arquebus",1,1,1 ], "wheel-lock or matchlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrack",1,1,1 ], "a coarse spirit distilled in various Eastern countries from grain, rice, sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrack",1,1,1 ], "cane, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arraign",1,1,1 ], "to bring (a prisoner) before a court to answer an indictment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arraign",1,2,1 ], "to call to account; complain about; accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,1,1 ], "to put into a proper, systematic, or decorative order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,2,1 ], "to arrive at an agreement or understanding about; settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,2,3 ], "preparations in advance (for something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,2,3 ], "when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to make plans or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,3,1 ], "different instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,3,1 ], "to adapt (a musical composition) for performance in a different way, esp| on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,4,1 ], "to adapt (a play, etc|) for broadcasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrange",1,5,1 ], "to come to an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,1 ], "the act of arranging or being arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,2 ], "the form in which things are arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,3 ], "a thing composed of various ordered parts; the result of arranging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,4 ], "a preparatory measure taken or plan made; preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,5 ], "an agreement or settlement; understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,6 ], "an adaptation of a piece of music for performance in a different way, esp| on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,6 ], "different instruments from those for which it was originally composed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrangement",1,1,7 ], "an adaptation (of a play, etc|) for broadcasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrant",1,1,1 ], "utter; out-and-out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arras",1,1,1 ], "a wall hanging, esp| of tapestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,1 ], "an impressive display or collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,2 ], "an orderly or regular arrangement, esp| of troops in battle order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,3 ], "rich clothing; apparel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,4 ], "a sequence of numbers or symbols in a specified order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,5 ], "a set of numbers or symbols arranged in rows and columns, as in a determinant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,5 ], "or matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,6 ], "an arrangement of aerials spaced to give desired directional characteristics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,6 ], "used esp| in radar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,7 ], "a panel of jurors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,1,8 ], "the arming of military forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,2,1 ], "to dress in rich attire; adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,2,2 ], "to arrange in order, esp| troops for battle; marshal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "array",1,2,3 ], "to draw up (a panel of jurors)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrears",1,1,1 ], "something outstanding or owed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrears",1,1,2 ], "in arrears or arrear| late in paying a debt or meeting an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest of judgment",1,1,1 ], "a stay of proceedings after a verdict, on the grounds of error or possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest of judgment",1,1,1 ], "error" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,1,1 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a person) of liberty by taking him into custody, esp| under lawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,1,2 ], "to seize (a ship) under lawful authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,1,3 ], "to slow or stop the development or progress of (a disease, growth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,1,4 ], "to catch and hold (one's attention, sight, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,1,5 ], "arrest judgment| Law| to stay proceedings after a verdict, on the grounds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,1,5 ], "error or possible error" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,2,1 ], "the act of taking a person into custody, esp| under lawful authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,2,2 ], "the act of seizing and holding a ship under lawful authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,2,3 ], "the state of being held, esp| under lawful authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,2,4 ], "the slowing or stopping of the development or progress of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrest",1,2,5 ], "the stopping or sudden cessation of motion of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrestable",1,1,1 ], "liable to be arrested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrestable",1,1,2 ], "(of an offence) such that an offender may be arrested without a warrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrester",1,1,1 ], "a person who arrests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrester",1,1,2 ], "a thing that stops or checks motion, esp| a mechanism of wires for slowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrester",1,1,2 ], "aeroplanes as they land on an aircraft carrier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arresting",1,1,1 ], "attracting attention; striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrestment",1,1,1 ], "advance of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrestment",1,1,1 ], "the seizure of money or property to prevent a debtor paying one creditor in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrhythmia",1,1,1 ], "any variation from the normal rhythm in the heartbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arri",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval France) a summons to the king's vassals to do military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arri",1,1,2 ], "the vassals so assembled for military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arris",1,1,1 ], "a sharp edge at the meeting of two surfaces at an angle with one another, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arris",1,1,1 ], "an unrevealed intention; mental reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arris",1,1,1 ], "at two adjacent sides of a stone block" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrival",1,1,1 ], "the act or time of arriving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrival",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that arrives or has arrived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrival",1,1,3 ], "the reaching of a condition or objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrive",1,1,1 ], "to come to a certain place during or after a journey; reach a destination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrive",1,1,2 ], "to agree upon; reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrive",1,1,3 ], "to occur eventually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrive",1,1,4 ], "(of a baby) to be born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrive",1,1,5 ], "to attain success or gain recognition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrivederci",1,1,1 ], "goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrivisme",1,1,1 ], "unscrupulous ambition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arriviste",1,1,1 ], "a person who is unscrupulously ambitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arroba",1,1,1 ], "Spanish-speaking countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arroba",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight, approximately equal to 11 kilograms, used in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arroba",1,1,2 ], "Portuguese-speaking countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arroba",1,1,2 ], "a unit of weight, approximately equal to 15 kilograms, used in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arroba",1,1,3 ], "a liquid measure used in some Spanish-speaking countries with different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arroba",1,1,3 ], "values, but in Spain used as a wine-measure, approximately equal to 16 litres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrogant",1,1,1 ], "ability, etc|; conceited; overbearingly proud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrogant",1,1,1 ], "having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one's own importance, merit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrogate",1,1,1 ], "to claim or appropriate for oneself presumptuously or without justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrogate",1,2,1 ], "to attribute or assign to another without justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrondissement",1,1,1 ], "(in France) the largest administrative subdivision of a department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrondissement",1,1,2 ], "a municipal district of certain large cities, esp| Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrow",1,1,1 ], "a balance, that is shot from a bow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrow",1,1,1 ], "a long slender pointed weapon, usually having feathers fastened at the end as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrow",1,1,2 ], "any of various things that resemble an arrow in shape, function, or speed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrow",1,1,2 ], "such as a sign or symbol indicating direction or position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrowhead",1,1,1 ], "the pointed tip of an arrow, often removable from the shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowhead",1,1,2 ], "decoration on garments used to reinforce joins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrowhead",1,1,2 ], "something that resembles the head of an arrow in shape, such as a triangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowhead",1,1,3 ], "any aquatic herbaceous plant of the genus Sagittaria, esp| S| sagittifolia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowhead",1,1,3 ], "having arrow-shaped aerial leaves and linear submerged leaves: family Alismataceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrowroot",1,1,1 ], "a white-flowered West Indian plant, Maranta arundinacea, whose rhizomes yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowroot",1,1,1 ], "an easily digestible starch: family Marantaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrowroot",1,1,2 ], "the starch obtained from this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowroot",1,1,3 ], "any of several other plants whose rhizomes or roots yield starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrows",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for darts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees or shrubs, esp| certain viburnums, having long straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowwood",1,1,1 ], "tough stems formerly used by North American Indians to make arrows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arrowworm",1,1,1 ], "(chaetognaths)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arrowworm",1,1,1 ], "any small marine invertebrate of the genus Sagitta, having an elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arrowworm",1,1,1 ], "transparent body with fins and prehensile oral bristles: phylum Chaetognatha" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arroyo",1,1,1 ], "a stream or brook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arr|",1,1,1 ], "arranged (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arr|",1,1,2 ], "arrival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arr|",1,1,3 ], "arrive(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ars nova",1,1,1 ], "a style of music of the 14th century, characterized by great freedom and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ars nova",1,1,1 ], "century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ars nova",1,1,1 ], "variety of rhythm and melody contrasted with the strictness of the music of the 13th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ars poetica",1,1,1 ], "the art of poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arse licker",1,1,1 ], "a person who curries favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arse",1,1,1 ], "the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arse",1,1,1 ], "to play the fool; act stupidly, esp| in an irritating manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arse",1,1,2 ], "the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arse",1,1,3 ], "a stupid person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arse",1,1,4 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arse",1,1,5 ], "effrontery; cheek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenal",1,1,1 ], "a store for arms, ammunition, and other military items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenal",1,1,2 ], "a workshop or factory that produces munitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenal",1,1,3 ], "a store of anything regarded as weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of arsenic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous soluble crystalline solid used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic acid",1,1,1 ], "arsenates and insecticides| Formula: H3AsO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic trioxide",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous powder used in the manufacture of glass and as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic trioxide",1,1,1 ], "insecticide, rat poison, and weedkiller| Formula: As2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,1,1 ], "74|92; valency: 3 or 5; relative density: 5|73 grey; melting pt|: 817 degrees C at a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,1,1 ], "a toxic metalloid element, existing in several allotropic forms, that occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,1,1 ], "lead-based alloys, and high-temperature brasses| Symbol: As; atomic no|: 33; atomic wt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,1,1 ], "pressure of 3MN/m'2 (grey); sublimes at 613 degrees C (grey)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,1,1 ], "principally in realgar and orpiment and as the free element| It is used in transistors," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical name for arsenic trioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,2,1 ], "($a$:!s$en$Ik)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenic",1,2,2 ], "of or containing arsenic, esp| in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenical",1,1,1 ], "of or containing arsenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenical",1,2,1 ], "a drug or insecticide containing arsenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenide",1,1,1 ], "a compound in which arsenic is the most electronegative element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenious",1,1,1 ], "of or containing arsenic in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenite",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of arsenous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenopyrite",1,1,1 ], "a white or grey metallic mineral consisting of a sulphide of iron and arsenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsenopyrite",1,1,1 ], "in monoclinic crystalline form: an ore of arsenic| Formula: FeAsS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arsine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous gas used in the manufacture of organic compounds, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsine",1,1,1 ], "dope transistors, and as a military poisonous gas| Formula: AsH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arsis",1,1,1 ], "(in classical prosody) the long syllable or part on which the ictus falls in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsis",1,1,1 ], "metrical foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arson",1,1,1 ], "the act of intentionally or recklessly setting fire to another's property or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arson",1,1,1 ], "to one's own property for some improper reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arsphenamine",1,1,1 ], "a drug containing arsenic, formerly used in the treatment of syphilis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsphenamine",1,1,1 ], "related infections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arsy-versy",1,1,1 ], "backwards or upside down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arsy-versy",1,1,2 ], "in reverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art music",1,1,1 ], "music written by a composer rather than passed on by oral tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art paper",1,1,1 ], "a high-quality type of paper having a smooth coating of china clay or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art paper",1,1,1 ], "substance on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "art union",1,1,1 ], "a lottery for prizes of cash or goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,1,1 ], "the creation of works of beauty or other special significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,10 ], "get something down to a fine art| to become highly proficient at something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,10 ], "through practice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,2 ], "the exercise of human skill (as distinguished from nature)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,3 ], "figments of the imagination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,3 ], "imaginative skill as applied to representations of the natural world or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,3,1 ], "the products of man's creative activities; works of art collectively, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,3,1 ], "the visual arts, sometimes also music, drama, dance, and literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,4 ], "excellence or aesthetic merit of conception or execution as exemplified by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,4 ], "such works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,5 ], "any branch of the visual arts, esp| painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,5,1 ], "any field using the techniques of art to display artistic qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,6 ], "photographs or other illustrations in a newspaper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,7 ], "method, facility, or knack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,8 ], "the system of rules or principles governing a particular human activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",1,1,9 ], "artfulness; cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",2,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou) a singular form of the present tense (indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art",2,1,1 ], "mood) of be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artefact",1,1,1 ], "object of archaeological interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artefact",1,1,1 ], "something made or given shape by man, such as a tool or a work of art, esp| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artefact",1,1,2 ], "a structure seen in tissue after death, fixation, staining, etc|, that is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artefact",1,1,2 ], "normally present in the living tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artel",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) a cooperative union or organization, esp| of producers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artel",1,1,1 ], "such as peasants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artel",1,1,2 ], "(in prerevolutionary Russia) a quasi-cooperative association of people engaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artel",1,1,2 ], "in the same activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artemisia",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous perennial plant of the genus Artemisia, of the N hemisphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artemisia",1,1,1 ], "such as mugwort, sagebrush, and wormwood: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arterial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting an artery or arteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arterial",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the usually bright red reoxygenated blood returning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arterial",1,1,2 ], "from the lungs or gills that circulates in the arteries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arterial",1,1,3 ], "being a major route, esp| one with many minor branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arterialize",1,1,1 ], "oxygen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arterialize",1,1,1 ], "to change (venous blood) into arterial blood by replenishing the depleted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arterialize",1,1,2 ], "to vascularize (tissues)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arterialize",1,1,3 ], "to provide with arteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arterio-",1,1,1 ], "artery or arteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arteriole",1,1,1 ], "any of the small subdivisions of an artery that form thin-walled vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arteriole",1,1,1 ], "ending in capillaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arteriosclerosis",1,1,1 ], "a pathological condition of the circulatory system characterized by thickening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arteriosclerosis",1,1,1 ], "and loss of elasticity of the arterial walls| Nontechnical name: hardening of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arteriosclerosis",1,1,1 ], "arteries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arteriovenous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting an artery and a vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arteritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of an artery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artery",1,1,1 ], "any of the tubular thick-walled muscular vessels that convey oxygenated blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artery",1,1,1 ], "from the heart to various parts of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artery",1,1,2 ], "a major road or means of communication in any complex system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artesian well",1,1,1 ], "a well sunk through impermeable strata into strata receiving water from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artesian well",1,1,1 ], "area at a higher altitude than that of the well, so that there is sufficient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artesian well",1,1,1 ], "pressure to force water to flow upwards" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "artful",1,1,1 ], "cunning or tricky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artful",1,1,2 ], "skilful in achieving a desired end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artful",1,1,3 ], "characterized by skill or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artful",1,1,4 ], "artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arthralgia",1,1,1 ], "pain in a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arthritis",1,1,1 ], "affected parts, caused by gout, rheumatic fever, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arthritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a joint or joints characterized by pain and stiffness of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arthro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arthromere",1,1,1 ], "any of the segments of the body of an arthropod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arthropod",1,1,1 ], "any invertebrate of the phylum Arthropoda, having jointed limbs, a segmented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arthropod",1,1,1 ], "arachnids, and centipedes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "arthropod",1,1,1 ], "body, and an exoskeleton made of chitin| The group includes the crustaceans, insects," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arthrospore",1,1,1 ], "a sporelike cell of ascomycetous fungi and some algae produced by a breaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arthrospore",1,1,1 ], "of the hyphae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arthrospore",1,1,2 ], "a resting sporelike cell produced by some bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artic",1,1,1 ], "short for articulated lorry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artichoke",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "artichoke",1,1,1 ], "a thistle-like Eurasian plant, Cynara scolymus, cultivated for its large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artichoke",1,1,1 ], "edible flower head containing many fleshy scalelike bracts: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artichoke",1,1,2 ], "the unopened flower head of this plant, which can be cooked and eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article of faith",1,1,1 ], "any of the clauses or propositions into which a creed or other statement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article of faith",1,1,1 ], "doctrine is divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "article of faith",1,1,2 ], "a deeply held belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of objects; item" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,2 ], "an unspecified or previously named thing, esp| a small object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,3 ], "a distinct part of a subject or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,4 ], "a written composition on a subject, often being one of several found in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,4 ], "magazine, newspaper, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,5 ], "a kind of determiner, occurring in many languages including English, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,5 ], "lacks independent meaning but may serve to indicate the specificity of reference of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,5 ], "the noun phrase with which it occurs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,6 ], "a clause or section in a written document such as a treaty, contract, statute," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,6 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,1,7 ], "a topic or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,2,1 ], "to bind by a written contract, esp| one that governs a period of training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "article",1,2,2 ], "to accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articles of association",1,1,1 ], "British Companies Acts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "articles of association",1,1,1 ], "the constitution and regulations of a registered company as required by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articles of association",1,1,2 ], "the document containing these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to joints or to the structural components in a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,1,1 ], "($a$:!t$Ikj$ul$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,1,2 ], "able to express oneself fluently and coherently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,1,3 ], "having the power of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,1,4 ], "distinct, clear, or definite; well-constructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,1,5 ], "(of arthropods and higher vertebrates) possessing joints or jointed segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,2,1 ], "($a$:!t$Ikj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,2,2 ], "to speak or enunciate (words, syllables, etc|) clearly and distinctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,3,1 ], "to express coherently in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,4,1 ], "to be jointed or form a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulate",1,4,2 ], "to be separated into jointed segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulated lorry",1,1,1 ], "a large lorry made in two separate sections, a tractor and a trailer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulated lorry",1,1,1 ], "connected by a pivoted bar| U|S| name: trailer truck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of speaking or expressing in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,1,1 ], "the process of articulating a speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,1,2 ], "the sound so produced, esp| a consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,2 ], "the act or the state of being jointed together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,3 ], "the form or manner in which something is jointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,3,1 ], "a joint such as that between bones or arthropod segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,3,2 ], "the way in which jointed parts are connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,4 ], "between leaf and stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,4 ], "the part of a plant at which natural separation occurs, such as the joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulation",1,1,5 ], "a joint or jointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that articulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulator",1,1,2 ], "any vocal organ that takes part in the production of a speech sound| Such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "articulator",1,1,2 ], "articulators)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "articulator",1,1,2 ], "articulators), and those that remain fixed, such as the teeth, the hard palate, etc| (passive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "articulator",1,1,2 ], "organs are of two types: those that can move, such as the tongue, lips, etc| (active" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "articulatory phonetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of phonetics concerned with the production of speech sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artifact",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of artefact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artifice",1,1,1 ], "a clever expedient; ingenious stratagem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artifice",1,1,2 ], "crafty or subtle deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artifice",1,1,3 ], "skill; cleverness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artifice",1,1,4 ], "a skilfully contrived device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artifice",1,1,5 ], "craftsmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificer",1,1,1 ], "a skilled craftsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificer",1,1,2 ], "a clever or inventive designer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificer",1,1,3 ], "a serviceman trained in mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial feel",1,1,1 ], "a system, used in aircraft that have fully powered control surfaces, providing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial feel",1,1,1 ], "the pilot with simulated aerodynamic forces on the controls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artificial horizon",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft instrument, using a gyroscope, that indicates the aircraft's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial horizon",1,1,1 ], "attitude in relation to the horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artificial horizon",1,1,2 ], "a level reflecting surface, such as one of mercury, that measures the altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial horizon",1,1,2 ], "of a celestial body as half the angle between the body and its reflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artificial insemination",1,1,1 ], "introduction of spermatozoa into the vagina or uterus by means other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial insemination",1,1,1 ], "sexual union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artificial kidney",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical apparatus for performing haemodialysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial language",1,1,1 ], "an invented language, esp| one intended as an international medium of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial language",1,1,1 ], "communication or for use with computers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artificial respiration",1,1,1 ], "any of various methods of restarting breathing after it has stopped, by manual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial respiration",1,1,1 ], "rhythmic pressure on the chest, mouth-to-mouth breathing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artificial respiration",1,1,2 ], "any method of maintaining respiration artificially, as by use of an iron lung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial",1,1,1 ], "produced by man; not occurring naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial",1,1,2 ], "made in imitation of a natural product, esp| as a substitute; not genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial",1,1,3 ], "pretended; assumed; insincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial",1,1,4 ], "lacking in spontaneity; affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificial",1,1,5 ], "organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artificial",1,1,5 ], "relating to superficial characteristics not based on the interrelationships of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artificialize",1,1,1 ], "to render artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artillery plant",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical urticaceous plants of the genus Pilea, such as P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artillery plant",1,1,1 ], "microphylla, all having stamens that discharge their pollen explosively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artillery",1,1,1 ], "cannon or any mounted guns of higher calibre than machine guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artillery",1,1,2 ], "troops or military units specializing in using such guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artillery",1,1,3 ], "the science dealing with the use of guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artillery",1,1,4 ], "devices for discharging heavy missiles, such as catapults or slings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artilleryman",1,1,1 ], "a serviceman who serves in an artillery unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artiodactyl",1,1,1 ], "any placental mammal of the order Artiodactyla, having hooves with an even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artiodactyl",1,1,1 ], "camels, deer, cattle, and antelopes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "artiodactyl",1,1,1 ], "number of toes; an even-toed ungulate| The order includes pigs, hippopotamuses," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artiodactyl",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Artiodactyla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artisan",1,1,1 ], "a skilled workman; craftsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artisan",1,1,2 ], "an artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises or is skilled in an art, esp| painting, drawing, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,1 ], "sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,2 ], "a person who displays in his work qualities required in art, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,2 ], "sensibility and imagination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,3 ], "a person whose profession requires artistic expertise, esp| a designer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,4 ], "a person skilled in some task or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,5 ], "an artisan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,6 ], "and Austral| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artist",1,1,7 ], "a person devoted to or proficient in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artiste",1,1,1 ], "an entertainer, such as a singer or dancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artiste",1,1,2 ], "a person who is highly skilled in some occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artistry",1,1,1 ], "artistic workmanship, ability, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artistry",1,1,2 ], "artistic pursuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artistry",1,1,3 ], "great skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artless",1,1,1 ], "free from deceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artless",1,1,2 ], "natural or simple; unpretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artless",1,1,3 ], "without art or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artless",1,1,4 ], "naive or awkward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artless",1,1,5 ], "ignorant, uneducated, or uncultured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arts",1,1,1 ], "a| the| imaginative, creative, and nonscientific branches of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arts",1,1,1 ], "considered collectively, esp| as studied academically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arts",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arts",1,1,2 ], "cunning or crafty actions or plots; schemes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "artwork",1,1,1 ], "all the original nontextual matter in a publication, esp| the illustrations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arty",1,1,1 ], "artier, artiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arty",1,1,2 ], "artistic standards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arty",1,1,2 ], "having an ostentatious or affected interest in or desire to imitate artists or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art|",1,1,1 ], "article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art|",1,1,2 ], "artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "art|",1,1,3 ], "artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arum",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the aroid genus Arum, of Europe and the Mediterranean region," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arum",1,1,1 ], "having arrow-shaped leaves and a typically white spathe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arum",1,1,2 ], "arum lily| another name for calla ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arundinaceous",1,1,1 ], "resembling a reed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aruspex",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of haruspex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arvo",1,1,1 ], "afternoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aryl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aryl",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, or containing an aromatic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aryl",1,1,3 ], "an organometallic compound in which a metal atom is bound to an aryl or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aryl",1,1,3 ], "molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arytenoid",1,1,1 ], "denoting either of two small cartilages of the larynx that are attached to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arytenoid",1,1,1 ], "vocal cords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arytenoid",1,1,2 ], "between the vocal cords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "arytenoid",1,1,2 ], "denoting any of three small muscles of the larynx that narrow the space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "arytenoid",1,2,1 ], "an arytenoid cartilage or muscle| so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ar|",1,1,1 ], "arrival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ar|",1,1,2 ], "arrive(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 10],"for instance",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 1],"(often preceded by just) while; when; at the time that",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 2],"in the way that",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 3],"that which; what",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 4],"(of) which fact, event, etc| (referring to the previous statement)",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 5],"as it were| in a way; so to speak; as if it were really so",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"a military command to return to the previous position",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"a statement to withdraw something just said",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 6],"as you were",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 7],"since; seeing that",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 8],"in the same way that",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 1, 9],"in spite of the extent to which",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 3, 1, 1],"clause to indicate identity of extent, amount, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 3, 1, 1],"used correlatively before an adjective or adverb and before a noun phrase or a",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 3, 1, 2],"height as her sister",2). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 3, 1, 2],"used with this sense after a noun phrase introduced by the same: the same",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 10],"as regards",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 11],"as such",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 12],"such as",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 13],"as was",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 14],"in a previous state",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 15],"as well",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 16],"as yet",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 17],"up to now; so far",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 1],"in the role of; being",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 2],"as for or to| with reference to",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 3],"as from or",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 4],"(in expressions of time) from",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 5],"as if or though",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 6],"as it would be if",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 7],"as (it) is",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 8],"in the existing state of affairs",1). c_DEF([ "as" ,1, 4, 9],"as per",1). c_DEF([ "as",2,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman unit of weight approximately equal to 1 pound troy (373" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "as",2,1,1 ], "grams)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "as",2,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit and copper coin of ancient Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asafoetida",1,1,1 ], "a bitter resin with an unpleasant onion-like smell, obtained from the roots of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asafoetida",1,1,1 ], "hysteria, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asafoetida",1,1,1 ], "some umbelliferous plants of the genus Ferula: formerly used to treat flatulence," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asarabacca",1,1,1 ], "a perennial evergreen Eurasian plant, Asarum europaeum, having kidney-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asarabacca",1,1,1 ], "leaves and a single brownish flower: family Aristolochiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asarum",1,1,1 ], "source of an aromatic oil used in perfumery, formerly used in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asarum",1,1,1 ], "the dried strong-scented root of the wild ginger plant: a flavouring agent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asbestos",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the fibrous amphibole and serpentine minerals, esp| chrysotile and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asbestos",1,1,1,1 ], "form of fabric or board as a heat-resistant structural material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asbestos",1,1,1,1 ], "tremolite, that are incombustible and resistant to chemicals| It is widely used in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asbestos",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asbestosis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the lungs resulting from chronic inhalation of asbestos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asbestosis",1,1,1 ], "particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascariasis",1,1,1 ], "abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, weight loss, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascariasis",1,1,1 ], "infestation of the intestines with the roundworm Ascaris lumbricoides, causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascarid",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic nematode worm of the family Ascaridae, such as the common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascarid",1,1,1 ], "roundworm of man and pigs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascend",1,1,1 ], "to go or move up (a ladder, hill, slope, etc|); mount; climb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascend",1,2,1 ], "to slope or incline upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascend",1,3,1 ], "to rise to a higher point, level, degree, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascend",1,3,2 ], "to follow (a river) upstream towards its source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascend",1,3,3 ], "to trace (a genealogy, etc|) back in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascend",1,3,4 ], "to sing or play (a scale, arpeggio, etc|) from the lower to higher notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascend",1,3,5 ], "ascend the throne| to become king or queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendancy",1,1,1 ], "power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascendancy",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being dominant, esp| through superior economic or political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,1,1 ], "proceeding upwards; rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,1,2 ], "dominant, superior, or influential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,1,3 ], "another term for ascending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,2,1 ], "an ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,2,2 ], "a position or condition of dominance, superiority or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,2,2,1 ], "a point on the ecliptic that rises on the eastern horizon at a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,2,2,1 ], "moment and changes as the earth rotates on its axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,2,2,2 ], "the sign of the zodiac containing this point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascendant",1,2,3 ], "in the ascendant|increasing in influence, prosperity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascender",1,1,1,1 ], "body of the letter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascender",1,1,1,1 ], "the part of certain lower-case letters, such as b or h, that extends above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascender",1,1,1,2 ], "any letter having such a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascender",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that ascends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascending",1,1,1 ], "moving upwards; rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascending",1,1,2 ], "sloping or curving upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascension",1,1,1 ], "the act of ascending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascension",1,1,2 ], "the rising of a star above the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascent",1,1,1 ], "the act of ascending; climb or upward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascent",1,1,2 ], "an upward slope; incline or gradient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascent",1,1,3 ], "movement back through time, as in tracing of earlier generations (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascent",1,1,3 ], "phrase line of ascent)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascertain",1,1,1 ], "to determine or discover definitely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascertain",1,1,2 ], "to make certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascesis",1,1,1 ], "the exercise of self-discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascetic" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who practises great self-denial and austerities and abstains from",1). c_DEF([ "ascetic" ,1, 1, 1],"worldly comforts and pleasures, esp| for religious reasons",2). c_DEF([ "ascetic" ,1, 1, 2],"(in the early Christian Church) a monk",1). c_DEF([ "ascetic" ,1, 2, 1],"rigidly abstinent or abstemious; austere",1). c_DEF([ "ascetic" ,1, 2, 2],"of or relating to ascetics or asceticism",1). c_DEF([ "ascetic" ,1, 2, 3],"intensely rigorous in religious austerities",1). c_DEF([ "asceticism",1,1,1 ], "ascetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asceticism",1,1,1 ], "the behaviour, discipline, or outlook of an ascetic, esp| of a religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asceticism",1,1,2 ], "the principles of ascetic practices, esp| in the early Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asceticism",1,1,3 ], "the theory and system of ascetic practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asci",1,1,1 ], "plural of ascus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascidian",1,1,1 ], "(tunicates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ascidian",1,1,1 ], "any minute marine invertebrate animal of the class Ascidiacea, such as the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascidian",1,1,1 ], "squirt, the adults of which are degenerate and sedentary: subphylum Tunicata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascidian",1,1,2 ], "ascidian tadpole| the free-swimming larva of an ascidian, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascidian",1,1,2 ], "tadpole-like tail containing the notochord and nerve cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascidian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Ascidiacea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascidium",1,1,1 ], "part of a plant that is shaped like a pitcher, such as the modified leaf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascidium",1,1,1 ], "the pitcher plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascites",1,1,1 ], "accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asclepiadaceous",1,1,1 ], "having pollen in the form of a waxy mass (pollinium)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asclepiadaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Asclepiadaceae, a family of mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asclepiadaceous",1,1,1 ], "tropical and subtropical flowering plants, including the milkweed and swallowwort," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a bladder or ascus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascocarp",1,1,1 ], "(in some ascomycetous fungi) a globular structure containing the asci" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascogonium",1,1,1 ], "a female reproductive body in some ascomycetous fungi in which, after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascogonium",1,1,1 ], "fertilization, the asci develop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascomycete",1,1,1 ], "any fungus of the class Ascomycetes, in which the spores (ascospores) are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascomycete",1,1,1 ], "aspergillus, truffles, and certain mildews" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ascomycete",1,1,1 ], "formed inside a club-shaped cell (ascus)| The group includes yeast, penicillium," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascorbic acid",1,1,1 ], "C6H8O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ascorbic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline vitamin present in plants, esp| citrus fruits, tomatoes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascorbic acid",1,1,1 ], "and green vegetables| A deficiency in the diet of man leads to scurvy| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ascospore",1,1,1 ], "one of the spores (usually eight in number) that are produced in an ascus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascot",1,1,1 ], "a cravat with wide square ends, usually secured with an ornamental stud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascribe",1,1,1 ], "to credit or assign, as to a particular origin or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascribe",1,1,2 ], "to attribute as a quality; consider as belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascription",1,1,1 ], "the act of ascribing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascription",1,1,2 ], "a statement ascribing something to someone, esp| praise to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascus",1,1,1 ], "a saclike structure that produces (usually) eight ascospores during sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ascus",1,1,1 ], "reproduction in ascomycetous fungi such as yeasts and mildews" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asdic",1,1,1 ], "another name for an echo sounder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aseity",1,1,1 ], "existence derived from itself, having no other source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asepalous",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant or flower) having no sepals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asepsis",1,1,1 ], "the state of being free from living pathogenic organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asepsis",1,1,2 ], "the methods of achieving a germ-free condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asexual",1,1,1 ], "having no apparent sex or sex organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asexual",1,1,2 ], "(of reproduction) not involving the fusion of male and female gametes, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asexual",1,1,2 ], "vegetative reproduction, fission, and budding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ash blond",1,1,1,1 ], "a very light blond colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash blond",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash blond",1,1,2 ], "a person whose hair is this colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash can",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for dustbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",1,1,1 ], "the nonvolatile products and residue formed when matter is burnt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",1,1,2 ], "any of certain compounds formed by burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",1,1,3 ], "fine particles of lava thrown out by an erupting volcano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",1,1,4 ], "a light silvery grey colour, often with a brownish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",2,1,1 ], "Asia, having compound leaves, clusters of small greenish flowers, and winged seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ash",2,1,1 ], "any oleaceous tree of the genus Fraxinus, esp| F| excelsior of Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",2,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ash",2,1,2 ], "the close-grained durable wood of any of these trees, used for tool handles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",2,1,3 ], "any of several trees resembling the ash, such as the mountain ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",3,1,1 ], "like that of the a in Modern English hat|The character is also used to represent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ash",3,1,1 ], "the digraph a, as in Old English, representing a front vowel approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ash",3,1,1 ], "this sound in the International Phonetic Alphabet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ashamed",1,1,1 ], "overcome with shame, guilt, or remorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashamed",1,1,2 ], "(a person, thing, or deed)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ashamed",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of) suffering from feelings of inferiority or shame in relation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashamed",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) unwilling through fear of humiliation, shame, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashen",1,1,1 ], "drained of colour; pallid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashen",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or resembling ashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashen",1,1,3 ], "of a pale greyish colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashen",2,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or made from the ash tree or its timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashes",1,1,1 ], "ruins or remains, as after destruction or burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashes",1,1,2 ], "the remains of a human body after cremation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashet",1,1,1 ], "a dish or large plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashkey",1,1,1 ], "the winged fruit of the ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashlar",1,1,1 ], "a block of hewn stone with straight edges for use in building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashlar",1,1,2 ], "a thin dressed stone with straight edges, used to face a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashlar",1,1,3 ], "masonry made of ashlar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashlaring",1,1,1 ], "ashlars collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashlaring",1,1,2 ], "a number of short upright boards forming the wall of a garret, cutting off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashlaring",1,1,2 ], "acute angle between the rafters and the floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ashore",1,1,1 ], "towards or onto land from the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashore",1,3,1 ], "on land, having come from the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashplant",1,1,1 ], "a walking stick made from an ash sapling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashram",1,1,1 ], "a religious retreat or community where a Hindu holy man lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashram",1,1,2 ], "a house that provides accommodation for destitute people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashtray",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle for tobacco ash, cigarette butts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashy",1,1,1 ], "ashier, ashiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashy",1,1,2 ], "of a pale greyish colour; ashen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ashy",1,1,3 ], "consisting of, covered with, or resembling ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,1 ], "on or to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,2 ], "out of hearing; in or into seclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,3 ], "away from oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,4 ], "out of mind or consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,5 ], "in or into reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,6 ], "aside from|Chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,6,1 ], "besides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,1,6,2 ], "except for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,2,1 ], "something spoken by an actor, intended to be heard by the audience, but not by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,2,1 ], "the others on stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,2,2 ], "any confidential statement spoken in undertones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aside",1,2,3 ], "a digression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asinine",1,1,1 ], "obstinate or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asinine",1,1,2 ], "resembling an ass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask after",1,1,1 ], "to make enquiries about the health of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask after",1,1,2 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask for",1,1,1 ], "to try to obtain by requesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask for",1,2,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ask for",1,2,1 ], "to behave in a provocative manner that is regarded as inviting (trouble," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by about) to put a question (to); request an answer (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,2,1 ], "to inquire about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,3,1 ], "to direct or put (a question)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,3,2 ], "to make a request or demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,4,1 ], "to demand or expect (esp| in the phrases ask a lot of, ask too much of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,5,1 ], "Also: ask out, ask over| to request (a person) politely to come or go to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,5,1 ], "place; invite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,6,1 ], "to need; require" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ask",1,7,1 ], "to proclaim (marriage banns)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "askance",1,2,1 ], "with an oblique glance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "askance",1,2,2 ], "with doubt or mistrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "askari",1,1,1 ], "(in East Africa) a soldier or policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "askew",1,2,1 ], "at an oblique angle; towards one side; awry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asking price",1,1,1 ], "bargaining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asking price",1,1,1 ], "the price suggested by a seller but usually considered to be subject to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aslant",1,1,1 ], "at a slant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aslant",1,2,1 ], "at a slant across or athwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asleep",1,1,1 ], "in or into a state of sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asleep",1,1,2 ], "in or into a dormant or inactive state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asleep",1,1,3 ], "(of limbs, esp| when the blood supply to them has been restricted) numb;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asleep",1,1,3 ], "lacking sensation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asleep",1,1,4 ], "dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aslope",1,2,1 ], "sloping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asocial",1,1,1 ], "avoiding contact; not gregarious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asocial",1,1,2 ], "unconcerned about the welfare of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asocial",1,1,3 ], "hostile to society or social practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asp",1,1,1 ], "life and death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asp",1,1,1 ], "of Cleopatra and was formerly used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asp",1,1,1 ], "the venomous snake, probably Naja haje (Egyptian cobra), that caused the death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asp",1,1,2 ], "a viper, Vipera aspis, that occurs in S Europe and is very similar to but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asp",1,1,2 ], "smaller than the adder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asp",1,1,3 ], "horned asp| another name for horned viper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asp",2,1,1 ], "an archaic name for the aspen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asparagine",1,1,1 ], "a nonessential amino acid obtained mainly from asparagus, potatoes, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asparagine",1,1,1 ], "beetroot| Formula: NH2COCH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asparagus",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian liliaceous plant of the genus Asparagus, esp| the widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asparagus",1,1,1 ], "cultivated A| officinalis, having small scaly or needle-like leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asparagus",1,1,2 ], "the succulent young shoots of A| officinalis, which may be cooked and eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asparagus",1,1,3 ], "asparagus fern| a fernlike species of asparagus, A| plumosus, native to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asparagus",1,1,3 ], "southern Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspartic acid",1,1,1 ], "a nonessential amino acid occurring naturally in sugar cane and sugar beet;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspartic acid",1,1,1 ], "aminosuccinic acid| Formula: COOHCH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspect ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the width of a televised picture to its height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect ratio",1,1,2 ], "the ratio of the span of an aerofoil to its mean chord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,1 ], "appearance to the eye; visual effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,10 ], "glance or gaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,2 ], "a distinct feature or element in a problem, situation, etc|; facet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,3 ], "the way in which a problem, idea, etc|, may be considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,4 ], "a facial expression; manner of appearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,5 ], "a position facing a particular direction; outlook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,6 ], "a view in a certain direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,7 ], "a surface that faces in a given direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,8 ], "any of several specific angular distances between two planets or a planet and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,8 ], "the Ascendant or Midheaven measured, from the earth, in degrees along the ecliptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,9 ], "a category of verbs or verbal inflections that expresses such features as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspect",1,1,9 ], "continuity, repetition, or completedness of the action described" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspectual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to grammatical aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspen",1,1,1 ], "Europe, in which the leaves are attached to the stem by long flattened stalks so that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspen",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees of the salicaceous genus Populus, such as P| tremula of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspen",1,1,1 ], "they quiver in the wind| Archaic name: asp" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aspen",1,2,1 ], "trembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asper",1,1,1 ], "a Turkish monetary unit, formerly a silver coin, worth 1/20 of a piastre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspergillosis",1,1,1 ], "a rare fungal infection, esp| of the mucous membranes or lungs, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspergillosis",1,1,1 ], "various species of Aspergillus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspergillus",1,1,1 ], "any ascomycetous fungus of the genus Aspergillus, having chains of spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspergillus",1,1,1 ], "attached like bristles to a club-shaped stalk: family Aspergillaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asperity",1,1,1 ], "roughness or sharpness of temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asperity",1,1,2 ], "roughness or harshness of a surface, sound, taste, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asperity",1,1,3 ], "a condition hard to endure; affliction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asperse",1,1,1 ], "to spread false rumours about; defame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asperse",1,1,2 ], "to sprinkle, as with water in baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspersion",1,1,1 ], "a disparaging or malicious remark; slanderous accusation (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspersion",1,1,1 ], "cast aspersions )" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspersion",1,1,2 ], "the act of defaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspersion",1,1,3 ], "the act of sprinkling, esp| of water in baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspersorium" ,1, 1, 1],"a basin containing holy water with which worshippers sprinkle themselves",1). c_DEF([ "aspersorium" ,1, 1, 2],"Also called: aspergillum",1). c_DEF([ "aspersorium" ,1, 1, 3],"a perforated instrument used to sprinkle holy water",1). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,1,1 ], "any of several black semisolid substances composed of bitumen and inert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,1,1 ], "fungicides" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,1,1 ], "mineral matter| They occur naturally in parts of America and as a residue from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,1,1 ], "petroleum distillation: used as a waterproofing material and in paints, dielectrics, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,1,2 ], "a mixture of this substance with gravel, used in road-surfacing and roofing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,1,2 ], "materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,1,3 ], "containing or surfaced with asphalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphalt",1,2,1 ], "to cover with asphalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphaltite",1,1,1 ], "a higher melting point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asphaltite",1,1,1 ], "any of various naturally occurring hydrocarbons that resemble asphalt but have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphodel",1,1,1 ], "Asphodeline, having clusters of white or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asphodel",1,1,1 ], "any of various S European liliaceous plants of the genera Asphodelus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphodel",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants, such as the daffodil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphodel",1,1,3 ], "an unidentified flower of Greek legend, probably a narcissus, said to cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphodel",1,1,3 ], "the Elysian fields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asphyxia",1,1,1 ], "lack of oxygen in the blood due to restricted respiration; suffocation| If" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphyxia",1,1,1 ], "severe enough and prolonged, it causes death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asphyxiant",1,1,1 ], "causing asphyxia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphyxiant",1,2,1 ], "anything that causes asphyxia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asphyxiate",1,1,1 ], "to cause asphyxia in or undergo asphyxia; smother; suffocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspic",1,1,1 ], "a savoury jelly based on meat or fish stock, used as a relish or as a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspic",1,1,1 ], "for meat, vegetables, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspic",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for asp ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspic",3,1,1 ], "an oil used in perfumery: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspic",3,1,1 ], "either of two species of lavender, Lavandula spica or L| latifolia, that yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspidistra",1,1,1 ], "any Asian plant of the liliaceous genus Aspidistra, esp| A| lurida, a popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspidistra",1,1,1 ], "house plant with long tough evergreen leaves and small brownish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspirant",1,1,1 ], "a person who aspires, as to a high position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirant",1,2,1 ], "aspiring or striving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,2,1,1 ], "friction as the stop is released" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,2,1,1 ], "to articulate (a stop) with some force, so that breath escapes with audible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,2,1,2 ], "to pronounce (a word or syllable) with an initial h" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,2,2 ], "from a body cavity or to inhale (fluid) into the lungs after vomiting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,2,2 ], "to draw in or remove by inhalation or suction, esp| to suck (air or fluid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,3,1,1 ], "a stop pronounced with an audible release of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,3,1,2 ], "the glottal fricative represented in English and several other languages as h" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirate",1,4,1 ], "(of a stop) pronounced with a forceful and audible expulsion of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,1 ], "strong desire to achieve something, such as success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,2 ], "the aim of such desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,2,1 ], "the act of breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,2,1 ], "the pronunciation of a stop with an audible and forceful release of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,2,2 ], "a breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,2,2 ], "the friction of the released breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,2,3 ], "an aspirated consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,3 ], "removal of air or fluid from a body cavity by suction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspiration",1,1,4 ], "the sucking of fluid or foreign matter into the air passages of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirator",1,1,1 ], "a body cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspirator",1,1,1 ], "a device employing suction, such as a jet pump or one for removing fluids from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspire",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to or after) to yearn (for) or have a powerful or ambitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspire",1,1,1 ], "plan, desire, or hope (to do or be something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspire",1,1,2 ], "to rise to a great height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirin",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline compound widely used in the form of tablets to relieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aspirin",1,1,1 ], "name: acetylsalicylic acid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aspirin",1,1,1 ], "pain, fever, and colds and to reduce inflammation| Formula: CH3COOC6H4COOH| Chemical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aspirin",1,1,2 ], "a tablet of aspirin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asquint",1,2,1 ], "with a glance from the corner of the eye, esp| a furtive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ass",1,1,1 ], "asinus or E| hemionus They are hardy and sure-footed, having longer ears than the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ass",1,1,1 ], "either of two perissodactyl mammals of the horse family (Equidae), Equus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ass",1,1,1 ], "horse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ass",1,1,2 ], "the domesticated variety of the African wild ass; donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ass",1,1,3 ], "a foolish or ridiculously pompous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ass",2,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for arse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ass",2,1,2 ], "slang, offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ass",2,1,3 ], "ass)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ass",2,1,3 ], "sexual intercourse or a woman considered sexually (esp| in the phrase piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assagai",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of assegai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assai",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by a musical direction) very much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assai",2,1,1 ], "any of several Brazilian palm trees of the genus Euterpe, esp| E| edulis, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assai",2,1,1 ], "have small dark purple fleshy edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assai",2,1,2 ], "a beverage made from the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assail",1,1,1 ], "to attack violently; assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assail",1,1,2 ], "to criticize or ridicule vehemently, as in argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assail",1,1,3 ], "to beset or disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assail",1,1,4 ], "to encounter with the intention of mastering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assailant",1,1,1 ], "a person who attacks another, either physically or verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assam",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) tamarind as used in cooking|Assam ikan is a dish of fish cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assam",1,1,1 ], "with tamarind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assassin bug",1,1,1 ], "any long-legged predatory, often blood-sucking, insect of the heteropterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assassin bug",1,1,1 ], "family Reduviidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assassin",1,1,1 ], "a murderer, esp| one who kills a prominent political figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assassinate",1,1,1 ], "attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assassinate",1,1,1 ], "to murder (a person, esp| a public or political figure), usually by a surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assassinate",1,1,2 ], "to ruin or harm (a person's reputation, etc|) by slander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault and battery",1,1,1 ], "a threat of attack to another person followed by actual attack, which need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault and battery",1,1,1 ], "amount only to touching with hostile intent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,1,1 ], "a violent attack, either physical or verbal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,1,2 ], "an intentional or reckless act that causes immediate and unlawful violence to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,1,2 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,1,2,1 ], "the culmination of a military attack, closing at close quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,1,3 ], "rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,2,1 ], "to make an assault upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assault",1,2,2 ], "to rape or attempt to rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,1,1 ], "the determination of the amount of impurity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,1,1 ], "to subject (a substance, such as silver or gold) to chemical analysis, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,2,1 ], "to attempt (something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,3,1 ], "to test, analyse, or evaluate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,4,1,1 ], "amounts of impurities in a precious metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,4,1,1 ], "an analysis, esp| a determination of the amount of metal in an ore or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,4,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,4,2 ], "a substance undergoing an analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,4,3 ], "a written report on the results of an analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,4,4 ], "a test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assay",1,4,5 ], "an attempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assegai",1,1,1 ], "a southern African cornaceous tree, Curtisia faginea, the wood of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assegai",1,1,1 ], "used for making spears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assegai",1,1,2 ], "a sharp light spear, esp| one made of this wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembl",1,1,1 ], "a sideways leap in which the feet come together in the air in preparation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembl",1,1,1 ], "landing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assemblage",1,1,1 ], "a number of things or persons assembled together; collection; assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assemblage",1,1,2 ], "a list of dishes served at a meal or the dishes themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assemblage",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of assembling or the state of being assembled|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assemblage",1,1,4 ], "a three-dimensional work of art that combines various objects into an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assemblage",1,1,4 ], "integrated whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assemble",1,1,1 ], "to come or bring together; collect or congregate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assemble",1,1,2 ], "to fit or join together (the parts) of (something, such as a machine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assemble",1,1,3 ], "the form of specific single-step instructions, into machine language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assemble",1,1,3 ], "to run (a computer program) that converts a set of symbolic data, usually in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembler",1,1,1 ], "a computer program that converts a set of symbolic data, usually in the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembler",1,1,1 ], "of specific single-step instructions, into machine language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assembly line",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of machines, tools, operations, workers, etc|, in a factory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembly line",1,1,1 ], "arranged so that at each stage a further process is carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,1 ], "a number of people gathered together, esp| for a formal meeting held at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,1 ], "regular intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,2 ], "the act of assembling or the state of being assembled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,3 ], "product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,3 ], "the process of putting together a number of parts to make a machine or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,4 ], "a group of mating components before or after fitting together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,4,1 ], "a signal for personnel to assemble, as by drum, bugle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assembly",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assemblyman",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|) a member of an assembly, esp| a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assent",1,1,1 ], "agreement, as to a statement, proposal, etc|; acceptance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assent",1,1,2 ], "hesitant agreement; compliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assent",1,1,3 ], "sanction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assent",1,2,1 ], "to agree or express agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assent",1,2,2 ], "to concede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assentation",1,1,1 ], "servile or hypocritical agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assentient",1,1,1 ], "approving or agreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assentient",1,2,1 ], "a person who assents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assentor",1,1,1 ], "any of the eight voters legally required to endorse the nomination of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assentor",1,1,1 ], "candidate in a parliamentary or local election in addition to the nominator and seconder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assert",1,1,1 ], "to insist upon (rights, claims, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assert",1,1,2 ], "to state categorically; declare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assert",1,1,3 ], "to put (oneself) forward in an insistent manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assertion",1,1,1 ], "a positive statement, usually made without an attempt at furnishing evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assertion",1,1,2 ], "the act of asserting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assertive",1,1,1 ], "given to making assertions or bold demands; dogmatic or aggressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assess",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by at) to estimate the value of (income, property, etc|) for taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assess",1,1,1 ], "purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assess",1,1,2 ], "to determine the amount of (a fine, tax, damages, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assess",1,1,3 ], "to impose a tax, fine, etc|, on (a person or property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assess",1,1,4 ], "to judge the worth, importance, etc|, of; evaluate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessment",1,1,1 ], "an amount determined as payable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessment",1,1,2 ], "a valuation set on taxable property, income, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessment",1,1,3 ], "evaluation; estimation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessment",1,1,4 ], "the act of assessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessor",1,1,1 ], "a person who values property for taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessor",1,1,2 ], "a person who estimates the value of damage to property for insurance purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessor",1,1,3 ], "a person with technical expertise called in to advise a court on specialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assessor",1,1,3 ], "matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assessor",1,1,4 ], "a person who shares another's position or rank, esp| in an advisory capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asset",1,1,1 ], "anything valuable or useful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asset-stripping",1,1,1 ], "the assets piecemeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asset-stripping",1,1,1 ], "the practice of taking over a failing company at a low price and then selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assets",1,1,1 ], "and are entered on the debit side of the balance sheet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "assets",1,1,1 ], "the property and claims against debtors that a business enterprise may apply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assets",1,1,1 ], "to discharge its liabilities| Assets may be fixed, current, liquid, or intangible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assets",1,1,2 ], "debts and payment of legacies of a deceased person's estate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assets",1,1,2 ], "the property available to an executor or administrator for settlement of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assets",1,1,3 ], "any property owned by a person or firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asseverate",1,1,1 ], "to assert or declare emphatically or solemnly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assibilate",1,2,1 ], "(of a speech sound) to be changed into a sibilant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assibilate",1,3,1 ], "to pronounce (a speech sound) with or as a sibilant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assiduity",1,1,1 ], "constant and close application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assiduity",1,1,2 ], "devoted attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assiduous",1,1,1 ], "hard-working; persevering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assiduous",1,1,2 ], "undertaken with perseverance and care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,1 ], "to select for and appoint to a post, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,2 ], "to give out or allot (a task, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,3 ], "to set apart (a place, person, time, etc|) for a particular function or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,4 ], "to attribute to a specified cause, origin, or source; ascribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,5 ], "to transfer (one's right, interest, or title to property) to someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,6 ], "(formerly) to transfer (property) to trustees so that it may be used for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,6 ], "benefit of creditors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,1,7 ], "to allocate (men or materials) on a permanent basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assign",1,2,1 ], "a person to whom property is assigned; assignee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignat",1,1,1 ], "confiscated land of the Church and the emigres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assignat",1,1,1 ], "the paper money issued by the Constituent Assembly in 1789, backed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignation",1,1,1 ], "a secret or forbidden arrangement to meet, esp| one between lovers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignation",1,1,2 ], "the act of assigning; assignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignation",1,1,3 ], "another word for assignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom some right, interest, or property is transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignee",1,1,2 ], "a convict who had undergone assignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,1 ], "something that has been assigned, such as a mission or task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,2 ], "a position or post to which a person is assigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,3 ], "the act of assigning or state of being assigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,3,1 ], "personal property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,3,1 ], "the transfer to another of a right, interest, or title to property, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,3,2 ], "the document effecting such a transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,3,3 ], "the right, interest, or property transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) the transfer, esp| by an insolvent debtor, of property in trust for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,4 ], "the benefit of his creditors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,5 ], "a system (1789-1841) whereby a convict could become the unpaid servant of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assignment",1,1,5 ], "freeman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assignor",1,1,1 ], "a person who transfers or assigns property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,1,1 ], "to learn (information, a procedure, etc|) and understand it thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,2,1 ], "to absorb (food) and incorporate it into the body tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,1 ], "to become absorbed, incorporated, or learned and understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by into or with) to bring or come into harmony; adjust or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,2 ], "become adjusted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,3 ], "(usually foll| by to or with) to become or cause to become similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,4 ], "(usually foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,5 ], "the influence of one adjacent to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,5 ], "to change (a consonant) or (of a consonant) to be changed into another under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assimilate",1,3,6 ], "(n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,1,1 ], "to give help or support to (a person, cause, etc|); aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,1,2 ], "to work or act as an assistant or subordinate to (another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,1,3 ], "to help (a teammate) to score, as by passing the puck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,2,1 ], "to be present; attend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,3,1 ], "the act of helping; aid; assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,3,2 ], "team is enabled to put out an opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,3,2 ], "the act of a player who throws or deflects a batted ball in such a way that a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assist",1,3,3 ], "a pass of the puck that enables a teammate to score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assistance",1,1,1 ], "help; support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assistance",1,1,2 ], "the act of assisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assistant professor",1,1,1 ], "a university teacher lower in rank than an associate professor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assistant",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who assists, esp| in a subordinate position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assistant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assistant",1,2,1 ], "helpful or useful as an aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assize",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assize",1,1,1,1 ], "a sitting of a legislative assembly or administrative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assize",1,1,1,2 ], "an enactment or order of such an assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assize",1,1,2 ], "a trial or judicial inquest, the writ instituting such inquest, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assize",1,1,2 ], "verdict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assize",1,1,2,1 ], "trial by jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assize",1,1,2,2 ], "another name for jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assizes",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in England and Wales) the sessions, usually held four times a year," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assizes",1,1,1 ], "attended by itinerant judges: replaced in 1971 by crown courts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "assizes",1,1,1 ], "of the principal court in each county, exercising civil and criminal jurisdiction," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assn|",1,1,1 ], "association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate professor",1,1,1 ], "a university teacher lower in rank than a full professor but higher than an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate professor",1,1,1 ], "assistant professor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by with) to link or connect in the mind or imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,2,1 ], "to keep company; mix socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,3,1 ], "to form or join an association, group, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,4,1 ], "to consider in conjunction; connect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,5,1 ], "to bring (a person, esp| oneself) into friendship, partnership, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,6,1 ], "to express agreement or allow oneself to be connected (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,7,1 ], "a person joined with another or others in an enterprise, business, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,7,1 ], "partner; colleague" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,7,2 ], "a companion or friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,7,3 ], "something that usually accompanies another thing; concomitant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,7,4 ], "a person having a subordinate position in or admitted to only partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,7,4 ], "membership of an institution, association, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,8,1 ], "(prenominal) joined with another or others in an enterprise, business, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,8,1 ], "having equal or nearly equal status" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,8,2 ], "having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associate",1,8,3 ], "accompanying; concomitant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associated statehood",1,1,1 ], "Grenada, St| Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla, St| Lucia, and St| Vincent" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "associated statehood",1,1,1 ], "some aspects of foreign affairs| The associated states are Antigua, Dominica," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "associated statehood",1,1,1 ], "the Caribbean since 1967, by which Britain retains responsibility for defence and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associated statehood",1,1,1 ], "the semi-independent political status of various former British colonies in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association football",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for soccer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association football",1,1,2 ], "Australian Rules played in a football association rather than a league" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,1 ], "a group of people having a common purpose or interest; a society or club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,2 ], "the act of associating or the state of being associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,3 ], "friendship or companionship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,4 ], "a mental connection of ideas, feelings, or sensations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,5 ], "automatically recalls the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,5 ], "the mental process of linking events so that the recurrence of one event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,6 ], "by weak chemical bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,6 ], "the formation of groups of molecules and ions, esp| in liquids, held together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,7 ], "a group of similar plants that grow in a uniform environment and contain one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "association",1,1,7 ], "or more dominant species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associationism",1,1,1 ], "a theory that all mental activity is based on connections between basic mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associationism",1,1,1 ], "events, such as sensations and feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associative",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or causing association or union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associative",1,1,1,1 ], "being independent of the grouping of numbers, symbols, or terms within a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "associative",1,1,1,1 ], "set, as in conjunction or in an expression such as (2 X 3) X 4 = 2 X (3 X 4)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "associative",1,1,1,2 ], "referring to this property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assoc|",1,1,1 ], "associate(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assoc|",1,1,2 ], "association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assoil",1,1,1 ], "to absolve; set free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assoil",1,1,2 ], "to atone for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assonance",1,1,1 ], "consonant with different vowels in successive words or stressed syllables, as in a line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assonance",1,1,1 ], "of verse| Examples are time and light or mystery and mastery" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "assonance",1,1,1 ], "the use of the same vowel sound with different consonants or the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assonance",1,1,2 ], "partial correspondence; rough similarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assort",1,1,1 ], "to arrange or distribute into groups of the same type; classify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assort",1,2,1 ], "to fit or fall into a class or group; match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assort",1,3,1 ], "to supply with an assortment of merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assort",1,4,1 ], "to put in the same category as others; group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assort",1,5,1 ], "to keep company; consort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assorted",1,1,1 ], "consisting of various kinds mixed together; miscellaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assorted",1,1,2 ], "arranged in sorts; classified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assorted",1,1,3 ], "matched; suited (esp| in the combinations well-assorted, ill-assorted)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assortment",1,1,1 ], "a collection or group of various things or sorts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assortment",1,1,2 ], "the act of assorting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asst|",1,1,1 ], "assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assuage",1,1,1 ], "to soothe, moderate, or relieve (grief, pain, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assuage",1,1,2 ], "to give relief to (thirst, appetite, etc|); satisfy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assuage",1,1,3 ], "to pacify; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assume",1,1,1 ], "to take for granted; accept without proof; suppose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assume",1,1,2 ], "responsibility, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assume",1,1,2 ], "to take upon oneself; undertake or take on or over (a position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assume",1,1,3 ], "to pretend to; feign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assume",1,1,4 ], "to take or put on; adopt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assume",1,1,5 ], "to appropriate or usurp (power, control, etc|); arrogate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assume",1,1,6 ], "(of God) to take up (the soul of a believer) into heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumed",1,1,1 ], "false; fictitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumed",1,1,2 ], "taken for granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumed",1,1,3 ], "usurped; arrogated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assuming",1,1,1 ], "expecting too much; presumptuous; arrogant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumpsit",1,1,1 ], "(before 1875) an action to recover damages for breach of an express or implied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumpsit",1,1,1 ], "contract or agreement that was not under seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assumption",1,1,1 ], "granted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assumption",1,1,1 ], "the act of taking something for granted or something that is taken for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumption",1,1,2 ], "an assuming of power or possession of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumption",1,1,3 ], "arrogance; presumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assumption",1,1,4 ], "a minor premiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assurance",1,1,1 ], "a statement, assertion, etc|, intended to inspire confidence or give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assurance",1,1,1 ], "encouragement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assurance",1,1,2 ], "a promise or pledge of support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assurance",1,1,3 ], "freedom from doubt; certainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assurance",1,1,4 ], "forwardness; impudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assurance",1,1,5 ], "insurance providing for certainties such as death as contrasted with fire or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assurance",1,1,5 ], "theft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "assure",1,1,1 ], "to cause to feel sure or certain; convince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assure",1,1,2 ], "to promise; guarantee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assure",1,1,3 ], "to state positively or with assurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assure",1,1,4 ], "to make (an event) certain; ensure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assure",1,1,5 ], "to insure against loss, esp| of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assure",1,1,6 ], "another word for convey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assured",1,1,1 ], "made certain; sure; guaranteed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assured",1,1,2 ], "self-assured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assured",1,1,3 ], "insured, esp| by a life assurance policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assured",1,2,1,1 ], "the beneficiary under a life assurance policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assured",1,2,1,2 ], "the person whose life is insured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "assurgent",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves, stems, etc|) curving or growing upwards rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astable",1,1,1 ], "not stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astable",1,1,2 ], "capable of oscillating between two states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astatic",1,1,1 ], "not static; unstable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astatic",1,1,1,1 ], "having no tendency to assume any particular position or orientation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astatic",1,1,1,2 ], "(of a galvanometer) having two mutually compensating magnets arranged so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astatic",1,1,1,2 ], "the instrument is independent of the earth's magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astatine",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive element of the halogen series: a decay product of uranium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astatine",1,1,1 ], "bombarding bismuth with alpha particles| Symbol: At; atomic no|: 85; half-life of most" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "astatine",1,1,1 ], "stable isotope, '2'1'0At: 8|3 hours; valency: 1,3,5, or 7" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "astatine",1,1,1 ], "thorium that occurs naturally in minute amounts and is artificially produced by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aster",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Aster, having white, blue, purple, or pink daisy-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aster",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aster",1,1,2 ], "China aster| a related Chinese plant, Callistephus chinensis, widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aster",1,1,2 ], "cultivated for its showy brightly coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aster",1,1,3 ], "a group of radiating cytoplasmic threads that surrounds the centrosome before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aster",1,1,3 ], "and during mitosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asteriated",1,1,1 ], "(of a crystal, esp| a gemstone) exhibiting a star-shaped figure in transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asteriated",1,1,1 ], "or reflected light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,1,1 ], "a star-shaped character (?*) used in printing or writing to indicate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,1,1 ], "cross-reference to a footnote, an omission, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,1,2 ], "a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,1,3 ], "(in historical linguistics) this sign used to indicate an unattested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,1,3 ], "reconstructed form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,1,3,2 ], "(in descriptive linguistics) this sign used to indicate that an expression is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,1,3,2 ], "ungrammatical or in some other way unacceptable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asterisk",1,2,1 ], "to mark with an asterisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asterism",1,1,1 ], "attention to the text that follows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asterism",1,1,1 ], "three asterisks arranged in a triangle (\?*%?*\?* or %?*\?*%?*), to draw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asterism",1,1,2 ], "a starlike effect seen in some minerals and gemstones when viewed by reflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asterism",1,1,2 ], "or transmitted light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asterism",1,1,3 ], "a cluster of stars or a constellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astern",1,2,1 ], "at or towards the stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astern",1,2,2 ], "with the stern first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astern",1,2,3 ], "aft of the stern of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asternal",1,1,1 ], "not connected or joined to the sternum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asternal",1,1,2 ], "lacking a sternum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asteroid",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small celestial bodies that move around the sun mainly between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asteroid",1,1,1 ], "the orbits of Mars and Jupiter| Their diameters range from 670 kilometres (Ceres)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asteroid",1,1,1 ], "to less than one kilometre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asteroid",1,1,2 ], "any echinoderm of the class Asteroideaa starfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asteroid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the class Asteroidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asteroid",1,2,2 ], "shaped like a star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthenia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal loss of strength; debility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthenic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having asthenia; weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthenic",1,1,2 ], "(in constitutional psychology) referring to a physique characterized by long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthenic",1,1,2 ], "limbs and a small trunk: claimed to be associated with a schizoid personality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asthenic",1,2,1 ], "a person having long limbs and a small trunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthenopia",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for eyestrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthenosphere",1,1,1 ], "a zone of the earth's crust below the lithosphere, thought to yield readily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthenosphere",1,1,1 ], "dense region" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asthenosphere",1,1,1 ], "to the pressure of subsiding land, allowing the compensating elevation of a less" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asthma",1,1,1 ], "a respiratory disorder, often of allergic origin, characterized by difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthma",1,1,1 ], "in breathing, wheezing, and a sense of constriction in the chest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asthmatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having asthma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asthmatic",1,2,1 ], "a person who has asthma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astigmatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, having, correcting, or corrected for astigmatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astigmatic",1,2,1 ], "a person who has astigmatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astigmatism",1,1,1 ], "a defect of a lens resulting in the formation of distorted images; caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astigmatism",1,1,1 ], "the curvature of the lens being different in different planes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astigmatism",1,1,2 ], "faulty vision resulting from astigmatism of the lens of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astilbe",1,1,1 ], "America: cultivated for their ornamental pink or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astilbe",1,1,1 ], "any perennial saxifragaceous plant of the genus Astilbe of E Asia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astir",1,1,1 ], "awake and out of bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astir",1,1,2 ], "in motion; on the move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astomatous",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) having no mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astomatous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) having no stomata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astonied",1,1,1 ], "stunned; dazed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astonish",1,1,1 ], "to fill with amazement surprise greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astonishment",1,1,1 ], "extreme surprise; amazement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astonishment",1,1,2 ], "a cause of amazement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astound",1,1,1 ], "to overwhelm with amazement and wonder bewilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astraddle",1,1,1 ], "with a leg on either side of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astraddle",1,2,1 ], "astride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astragal",1,1,1,1 ], "bead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astragal",1,1,2 ], "a small convex moulding, usually with a semicircular cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astragal",1,1,2,2 ], "a moulding having the form of a string of beads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astragal",1,1,3 ], "a glazing-bar, esp| in a bookcase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astragal",1,1,4 ], "the ankle or ankle bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astragalus",1,1,1 ], "another name for talus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrakhan",1,1,1 ], "Astrakhan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrakhan",1,1,1 ], "a fur, usually black or grey, made of the closely curled wool of lambs from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrakhan",1,1,2 ], "a cloth with curled pile resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrakhan",1,1,3 ], "made of such fur or cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astral",1,1,1 ], "relating to, proceeding from, consisting of, or resembling the stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astral",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the aster occurring in dividing cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astral",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to a supposed supersensible substance believed to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astral",1,1,3 ], "discernible to certain gifted individuals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "astral",1,1,3 ], "the material of a second body for each person, taking the form of an aura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astraphobia",1,1,1 ], "an exaggerated fear of thunder and lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astray",1,2,1 ], "out of the correct path or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astray",1,2,2 ], "out of the right, good, or expected way; into error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrict",1,1,1 ], "to bind, confine, or constrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astride",1,1,1 ], "with a leg on either side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astride",1,1,2 ], "with the legs far apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astride",1,2,1 ], "with a leg on either side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astride",1,2,2 ], "with a part on both sides of; spanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astringent",1,1,1 ], "severe; harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astringent",1,1,2 ], "sharp or invigorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astringent",1,1,3 ], "causing contraction of body tissues, checking blood flow, or restricting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astringent",1,1,3 ], "secretions of fluids; styptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astringent",1,2,1 ], "an astringent drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a heavenly body, star, or star-shaped structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating outer space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrobiology",1,1,1 ], "planets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrobiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology that investigates the possibility of life on other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrobotany",1,1,1 ], "other planets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrobotany",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany that investigates the possibility that plants grow on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrocompass",1,1,1 ], "a navigational instrument for giving directional bearings from the centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrocompass",1,1,1 ], "spacecraft, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "astrocompass",1,1,1 ], "the earth to a particular star| It is carried in long-range aircraft, ships," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrocyte",1,1,1 ], "any of the star-shaped cells in the tissue supporting the brain and spinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrocyte",1,1,1 ], "cord (neuroglia)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrodome",1,1,1 ], "a transparent dome on the top of an aircraft, through which observations can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrodome",1,1,1 ], "be made, esp| of the stars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the motion of natural and artificial bodies in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrogeology",1,1,1 ], "other bodies in the solar system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrogeology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the structure, composition, and history of other planets and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astroid",1,1,1 ], "a hypocycloid having four cusps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrolabe",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used by early astronomers to measure the altitude of stars and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrolabe",1,1,1 ], "movable sighting device" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "astrolabe",1,1,1 ], "planets and also as a navigational aid| It consists of a graduated circular disc with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrology",1,1,1 ], "interpreted in terms of human characteristics and activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the motions and relative positions of the planets, sun, and moon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrology",1,1,2 ], "the primitive study of celestial bodies, which formed the basis of astronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrol|",1,1,1 ], "astrologer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrol|",1,1,2 ], "astrological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrol|",1,1,3 ], "astrology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrometry",1,1,1 ], "motion of celestial bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of astronomy concerned with the measurement of the position and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronaut",1,1,1 ], "a person trained for travelling in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronautics",1,1,1 ], "the science and technology of space flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronavigation",1,1,1 ], "another term for celestial navigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronomer",1,1,1 ], "a scientist who studies astronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical telescope",1,1,1 ], "any telescope designed and mounted for use in astronomy| Such telescopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical telescope",1,1,1 ], "usually form inverted images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of distance used in astronomy equal to the mean distance between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical unit",1,1,1 ], "about 9|3 X 10'7 miles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical unit",1,1,1 ], "earth and the sun| 1 astronomical unit is equivalent to 1|495 X 10'1'1 metres or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical year",1,1,1 ], "another name for solar year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical",1,1,1 ], "enormously large; immense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronomical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to astronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astronomy",1,1,1 ], "and of the universe as a whole| Its various branches include astrometry," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astronomy",1,1,1 ], "astrodynamics, cosmology, and astrophysics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "astronomy",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of the individual celestial bodies (excluding the earth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrophotography",1,1,1 ], "the photography of celestial bodies used in astronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrophysics",1,1,1 ], "origin, and evolution of the celestial bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "astrophysics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the physical and chemical properties," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrosphere",1,1,1 ], "another name for centrosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astrosphere",1,1,2 ], "the part of the aster excluding the centrosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astr|",1,1,1 ], "astronomer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astr|",1,1,2 ], "astronomical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astr|",1,1,3 ], "astronomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astute",1,1,1 ], "having insight or acumen; perceptive; shrewd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "astylar",1,1,1 ], "without columns or pilasters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asunder",1,2,1 ], "in or into parts or pieces; apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asunder",1,2,2 ], "in or into a position apart or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aswarm",1,1,1 ], "filled, esp| with moving things swarming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asyllabic",1,1,1 ], "not functioning in the manner of a syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,1 ], "a mental hospital (formerly termed lunatic asylum)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,1 ], "an institution for the shelter, treatment, or confinement of individuals, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,2 ], "Christian Church to criminals, outlaws, etc|; sanctuary (often in the phrase give asylum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,2 ], "a safe or inviolable place of refuge, esp| as formerly offered by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,2 ], "to)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,3 ], "shelter; refuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,4 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asylum",1,1,4 ], "refuge afforded to a person whose extradition is sought by a foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric time",1,1,1 ], "musical time consisting of an odd number of beats in each bar divided into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric time",1,1,1 ], "uneven combinations, such as 3 + 2, 4 + 3, 2 + 3 + 2, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,1 ], "not symmetrical; lacking symmetry; misproportioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a molecule)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,2 ], "having its atoms and radicals arranged unsymmetrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a carbon atom) attached to four different atoms or radicals so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,2,2 ], "stereoisomerism results" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,3 ], "(of a relation) altered in meaning or value if the related terms are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,3 ], "interchanged, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetric",1,1,4 ], "John is the father of David" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetry",1,1,1 ], "lack or absence of symmetry in spatial arrangements or in mathematical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymmetry",1,1,1 ], "logical relations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asymptomatic",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease or suspected disease) without symptoms providing no subjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymptomatic",1,1,1 ], "evidence of existence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asymptote",1,1,1 ], "a straight line that is closely approached by a plane curve so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymptote",1,1,1 ], "increases to infinity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asymptote",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular distance between them decreases to zero as the distance from the origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asymptotic",1,1,1 ], "of or referring to an asymptote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymptotic",1,1,2 ], "(of a function, series, formula, etc|) approaching a given value or condition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asymptotic",1,1,2 ], "as a variable or an expression containing a variable approaches a limit, usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asymptotic",1,1,2 ], "infinity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "asynchronism",1,1,1 ], "a lack of synchronism; occurrence at different times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asyndetic",1,1,1 ], "(of a catalogue or index) without cross references" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asyndetic",1,1,2 ], "(of a linguistic construction) having no conjunction, as in I came, I saw, I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asyndetic",1,1,2 ], "conquered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "asyndeton",1,1,1 ], "the omission of a conjunction between the parts of a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "asyndeton",1,1,2 ], "an asyndetic construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,1 ], "used to indicate location or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,2 ], "towards; in the direction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,3 ], "used to indicate position in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,4 ], "engaged in; in a state of (being)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,5 ], "(in expressions concerned with habitual activity) during the passing of (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,5 ], "in the phrase at night)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,6 ], "for; in exchange for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,7 ], "used to indicate the object of an emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",1,1,8 ], "where it's at| Slang| the real place of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at",2,1,1 ], "a Laotian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a kip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at-home",1,1,1 ], "a social gathering in a person's home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at-home",1,1,2 ], "another name for open day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atactic",1,1,1 ], "(of a polymer) having random sequence of the stereochemical arrangement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atactic",1,1,1 ], "groups on carbon atoms in the chain not stereospecific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ataghan",1,1,1 ], "a variant of yataghan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ataman",1,1,1 ], "an elected leader of the Cossacks; hetman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ataractic",1,1,1 ], "able to calm or tranquillize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ataractic",1,2,1 ], "an ataractic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ataraxia",1,1,1 ], "calmness or peace of mind; emotional tranquillity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atavism",1,1,1 ], "the recurrence in a plant or animal of certain primitive characteristics that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atavism",1,1,1 ], "were present in an ancestor but have not occurred in intermediate generations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atavism",1,1,2 ], "reversion to a former or more primitive type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ataxia",1,1,1 ], "lack of muscular coordination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ate",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atelectasis",1,1,1 ], "failure of the lungs to expand fully at birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atelectasis",1,1,2 ], "collapse of the lung or a part of the lung, usually caused by bronchial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atelectasis",1,1,2 ], "obstruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atelier",1,1,1 ], "an artist's studio or workshop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atheism",1,1,1 ], "existence is meaningless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atheism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine or belief that there is no God or that the assertion of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atheism",1,1,2 ], "rejection of belief in God or gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atheism",1,1,3 ], "behaviour or attitudes regarded as evil or sinful; godlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atheling",1,1,1 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon England) a prince of any of the royal dynasties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athematic",1,1,1 ], "not based on themes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athematic",1,1,2 ], "(of verbs) having a suffix attached immediately to the stem, without an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athematic",1,1,2 ], "intervening vowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "athenaeum",1,1,1 ], "an institution for the promotion of learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athenaeum",1,1,2 ], "a building containing a reading room or library, esp| one used by such an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athenaeum",1,1,2 ], "institution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "athermancy",1,1,1 ], "an inability to transmit radiant heat or infrared radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athermanous",1,1,1 ], "capable of stopping radiant heat or infrared radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atheroma",1,1,1 ], "a fatty deposit on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atherosclerosis",1,1,1 ], "a degenerative disease of the arteries characterized by patchy thickening of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atherosclerosis",1,1,1 ], "form of arteriosclerosis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "atherosclerosis",1,1,1 ], "the inner lining of the arterial walls, caused by deposits of fatty material; a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "athirst",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for) having an eager desire; longing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athirst",1,1,2 ], "thirsty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athlete",1,1,1 ], "a person trained to compete in sports or exercises involving physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athlete",1,1,1 ], "strength, speed, or endurance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "athlete",1,1,2 ], "a person who has a natural aptitude for physical activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athlete",1,1,3 ], "a competitor in track and field events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athlete's foot",1,1,1 ], "a fungal infection of the skin of the foot, esp| between the toes and on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athlete's foot",1,1,1 ], "soles| Technical name: dermatophytosis interdigitale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "athletic support",1,1,1 ], "a more formal term for jockstrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athletic",1,1,1 ], "physically fit or strong; muscular or active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athletic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for an athlete or for athletics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athletic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a person with a muscular and well-proportioned body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athletics",1,1,1,1 ], "track and field events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athletics",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athletics",1,1,2 ], "sports or exercises engaged in by athletes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athletics",1,1,3 ], "the theory or practice of athletic activities and training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athodyd",1,1,1 ], "another name for ramjet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athwart",1,1,1 ], "transversely; from one side to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athwart",1,2,1 ], "across the path or line of (esp| a ship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athwart",1,2,2 ], "in opposition to; against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "athwartships",1,1,1 ], "from one side to the other of a vessel at right angles to the keel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atilt",1,2,1 ], "in a tilted or inclined position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atilt",1,2,2 ], "in or as if in a joust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atlantes",1,1,1 ], "the plural of atlas ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atlas",1,1,1 ], "a collection of maps, usually in book form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atlas",1,1,2 ], "a book of charts, graphs, etc|, illustrating aspects of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atlas",1,1,3 ], "the first cervical vertebra, attached to and supporting the skull in man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atlas",1,1,4 ], "another name for telamon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atlas",1,1,5 ], "a standard size of drawing paper, 26 X 17 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atman",1,1,1 ], "consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atman",1,1,1 ], "the personal soul or self; the thinking principle as manifested in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atman",1,1,2 ], "Brahman considered as the Universal Soul, the great Self or Person that dwells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atman",1,1,2 ], "in the entire created order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmo-",1,1,1 ], "air or vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmolysis",1,1,1 ], "a method of separating gases that depends on their differential rates of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmolysis",1,1,1 ], "diffusion through a porous substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the rate of evaporation of water into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmometer",1,1,1 ], "atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,1 ], "the gaseous envelope surrounding the earth or any other celestial body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,2 ], "the air or climate in a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,3 ], "a general pervasive feeling or mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,4 ], "art" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,4 ], "the prevailing tone or mood of a novel, symphony, painting, or other work of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,5 ], "a special mood or character associated with a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,6 ], "any local gaseous environment or medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,7 ], "101,325 newtons per square metre or 14|72 pounds per square inch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,7 ], "Abbrev: at| or atm|a unit of pressure; the pressure that will support a column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmosphere",1,1,7 ], "of mercury 760 mm high at 0 degrees C at sea level| 1 atmosphere is equivalent to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmospheric perspective",1,1,1 ], "another term for aerial perspective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmospheric pressure",1,1,1 ], "average value of 1 atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmospheric pressure",1,1,1 ], "the pressure exerted by the atmosphere at the earth's surface| It has an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmospherics",1,1,1 ], "electrical disturbances produced in the atmosphere by natural causes such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atmospherics",1,1,1 ], "lightning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmospherics",1,1,2 ], "electrical disturbance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atmospherics",1,1,2 ], "radio interference, heard as crackling or hissing in receivers, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atm|",1,1,1 ], "atmosphere (unit of pressure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atm|",1,1,2 ], "atmospheric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atoll",1,1,1 ], "a circular coral reef or string of coral islands surrounding a lagoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atom bomb",1,1,1 ], "a type of bomb in which the energy is provided by nuclear fission| Uranium-235" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atom bomb",1,1,1 ], "and plutonium-239 are the isotopes most commonly used in atom bombs",2 ). c_DEF([ "atom smasher",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for accelerator ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atom",1,1,1,1 ], "the smallest quantity of an element that can take part in a chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atom",1,1,1,2 ], "this entity as a source of nuclear energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atom",1,1,2 ], "philosophers as the fundamental constituent of matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atom",1,1,2 ], "the hypothetical indivisible particle of matter postulated by certain ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atom",1,1,3 ], "a very small amount or quantity; minute fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic age",1,1,1 ], "atomic bomb towards the end of World War II and now marked by a balance of power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomic age",1,1,1 ], "between nations possessing the hydrogen bomb and the growing use of nuclear power as a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "atomic age",1,1,1 ], "source of energy" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "atomic age",1,1,1 ], "the| the current historical period, initiated by the development of the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic clock",1,1,1 ], "an extremely accurate clock in which an electrical oscillator is controlled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic clock",1,1,1 ], "the natural vibrations of an atomic or molecular system such as caesium or ammonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomic cocktail",1,1,1 ], "administered orally as part of the treatment for cancer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomic cocktail",1,1,1 ], "an aqueous solution of radioactive substance, such as sodium iodide," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic energy",1,1,1 ], "another name for nuclear energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic heat",1,1,1 ], "the product of an element's atomic weight and its specific heat (capacity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic mass unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of mass used to express atomic and molecular weights that is equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic mass unit",1,1,1 ], "kg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "atomic mass unit",1,1,1 ], "one twelfth of the mass of an atom of carbon-12| It is equivalent to 1|66 X 10-'2'7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomic mass",1,1,1 ], "the mass of an isotope of an element in atomic mass units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic number",1,1,1 ], "the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom of an element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic pile",1,1,1 ], "the original name for a nuclear reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic power",1,1,1 ], "another name for nuclear power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic structure",1,1,1 ], "equal to the number of protons: the whole entity is thus electrically neutral" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "atomic structure",1,1,1 ], "protons and neutrons surrounded by a number of electrons| The number of electrons is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomic structure",1,1,1 ], "the concept of an atom as a central positively charged nucleus consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic theory",1,1,1 ], "any theory in which matter is regarded as consisting of atoms, esp| that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic theory",1,1,1 ], "in definite proportions to form compounds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "atomic theory",1,1,1 ], "proposed by John Dalton postulating that elements are composed of atoms that can combine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomic theory",1,1,2 ], "the current concept of the atom as an entity with a definite structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic volume",1,1,1 ], "the atomic weight (relative atomic mass) of an element divided by its density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic weight",1,1,1 ], "atom of carbon-12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomic weight",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the average mass per atom of an element to half the mass of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic",1,1,1 ], "of, using, or characterized by atomic bombs or atomic energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic",1,1,2 ], "of, related to, or comprising atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomic",1,1,3 ], "extremely small; minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomicity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being made up of atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomicity",1,1,2 ], "the number of atoms in the molecules of an element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomicity",1,1,3 ], "a less common name for valency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomism",1,1,1 ], "an ancient philosophical theory that the ultimate constituents of the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomism",1,1,1 ], "are atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that experiences and mental states are composed of elementary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomism",1,1,2 ], "units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomize",1,1,1 ], "to separate or be separated into free atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomize",1,1,2 ], "solid) to be reduced in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomize",1,1,2 ], "to reduce (a liquid or solid) to fine particles or spray or (of a liquid or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomize",1,1,3 ], "to destroy by weapons, esp| nuclear weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomizer",1,1,1 ], "a device for reducing a liquid to a fine spray, such as the nozzle used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomizer",1,1,1 ], "feed oil into a furnace or an enclosed bottle with a fine outlet used to spray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atomizer",1,1,1 ], "perfumes or medicines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "atomy",1,1,1 ], "an atom or minute particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomy",1,1,2 ], "a minute creature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atomy",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for skeleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonal",1,1,1 ], "having no established key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonality",1,1,1 ], "absence of or disregard for an established musical key in a composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonality",1,1,2 ], "alternative to the diatonic system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atonality",1,1,2 ], "the principles of composition embodying this and providing a radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atone",1,1,1 ], "to make amends or reparation (for a crime, sin, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atone",1,2,1 ], "to expiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atone",1,2,2 ], "to be in or bring into agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonement",1,1,1 ], "satisfaction, reparation, or expiation given for an injury or wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonement",1,1,1,1 ], "sacrificial death of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atonement",1,1,1,1 ], "the reconciliation of man with God through the life, sufferings, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonement",1,1,1,2 ], "the sufferings and death of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonement",1,1,2 ], "the state in which the attributes of God are exemplified in man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonement",1,1,3 ], "reconciliation or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonic",1,1,1 ], "(of a syllable, word, etc|) carrying no stress; unaccented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or characterized by atony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonic",1,2,1 ], "an unaccented or unstressed syllable, word, etc|, such as for in food for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atonic",1,2,1 ], "thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atony",1,1,1 ], "lack of normal tone or tension, as in muscles; abnormal relaxation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atony",1,1,1 ], "muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atony",1,1,2 ], "lack of stress or accent on a syllable or word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atop",1,1,1 ], "on top; at the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atop",1,2,1 ], "on top of; at the top of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrabilious",1,1,1 ], "irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrioventricular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting both the atria and the ventricles of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrip",1,1,1 ], "(of an anchor) no longer caught on the bottom tripped aweigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrium",1,1,1 ], "the open main court of a Roman house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrium",1,1,2 ], "a court in front of an early Christian or medieval church, esp| one flanked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrium",1,1,2 ], "colonnades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atrium",1,1,3 ], "a cavity or chamber in the body, esp| the upper chamber of each half of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrium",1,1,3 ], "heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atrocious",1,1,1 ], "extremely cruel or wicked; ruthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrocious",1,1,2 ], "horrifying or shocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrocious",1,1,3 ], "very bad; detestable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrocity",1,1,1 ], "behaviour or an action that is wicked or ruthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrocity",1,1,2 ], "the fact or quality of being atrocious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrocity",1,1,3 ], "acts of extreme cruelty, esp| against prisoners or civilians in wartime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atrophy" ,1, 1, 1],"a wasting away of an organ or part, or a failure to grow to normal size as the",1). c_DEF([ "atrophy" ,1, 1, 1],"result of disease, faulty nutrition, etc",2). c_DEF([ "atrophy" ,1, 1, 2],"any degeneration or diminution, esp| through lack of use",1). c_DEF([ "atrophy" ,1, 2, 1],"to waste away or cause to waste away",1). c_DEF([ "atropine",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous alkaloid obtained from the deadly nightshade, having an inhibitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atropine",1,1,1 ], "action on the autonomic nervous system| It is used medicinally in preanaesthetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "atropine",1,1,1 ], "medication and to treat peptic ulcers, biliary and renal colic, etc| Formula: C17H23NO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "attaboy",1,1,1 ], "an expression of approval or exhortation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,1,1 ], "a small flat rectangular briefcase used for carrying documents, papers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,1,1 ], "a specialist attached to a diplomatic mission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,1,1 ], "to join, fasten, or connect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,1,2 ], "a junior member of the staff of an embassy or legation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,1,2 ], "to become associated with or join, as in a business or other venture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,2,1 ], "to be inherent (in) or connected (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,2,2 ], "to attribute or ascribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,2,3 ], "to include or append, esp| as a condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,2,4 ], "to place on temporary duty with another unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,2,5 ], "to appoint officially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,2,6 ], "to arrest or take (a person, property, etc|) with lawful authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attach",1,2,7 ], "to seize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attached",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by to) fond (of); full of regard (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attached",1,1,2 ], "married, engaged, or associated in an exclusive sexual relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,1 ], "a means of securing; a fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) affection or regard (for); devotion (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,3 ], "an object to be attached, esp| a supplementary part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,4 ], "the act of attaching or the state of being attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,4,1 ], "the arrest of a person for disobedience to a court order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,4,2 ], "the lawful seizure of property and placing of it under control of a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,4,3 ], "a writ authorizing such arrest or seizure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,5 ], "been decided by the court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attachment",1,1,5 ], "the binding of a debt in the hands of a garnishee until its disposition has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,1,1 ], "hostilities (with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,1,1 ], "to launch a physical assault (against) with or without weapons; begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,2,1 ], "to take the initiative in a game, sport, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,3,1 ], "to direct hostile words or writings at; criticize or abuse vehemently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,4,1 ], "to turn one's mind or energies vigorously to (a job, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,5,1 ], "to begin to injure or affect adversely; corrode, corrupt, or infect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,6,1 ], "to attempt to rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,1 ], "the act or an instance of attacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,2 ], "strong criticism or abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,3 ], "an offensive move in a game, sport, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,4 ], "commencement of a task, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,5 ], "any sudden and usually severe manifestation of a disease or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,6 ], "opponents' goal or territory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,6 ], "the attack| Ball games| the players in a team whose main role is to attack the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,7 ], "decisiveness in beginning a passage, movement, or piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attack",1,7,8 ], "an attempted rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attain",1,1,1 ], "to achieve or accomplish (a task, goal, aim, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attain",1,2,1 ], "to reach or arrive at in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attain",1,3,1 ], "to arrive (at) with effort or exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attainment",1,1,1 ], "an achievement or the act of achieving; accomplishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attaint",1,1,1 ], "attainder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attaint",1,1,1 ], "to pass judgment of death or outlawry upon (a person); condemn by bill of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attaint",1,1,2 ], "to dishonour or disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attaint",1,1,3 ], "to accuse or prove to be guilty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attaint",1,1,4 ], "(of sickness) to affect or strike (somebody)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attaint",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for attainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attaint",1,2,2 ], "a dishonour; taint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attar" ,1, 1, 1],"otto , or ottar n",1). c_DEF([ "attar" ,1, 1, 2],"an essential oil from flowers, esp| the damask rose, used pure or as a base",1). c_DEF([ "attar" ,1, 1, 2],"for perfume",2). c_DEF([ "attemper",1,1,1 ], "to modify by blending; temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attemper",1,1,2 ], "to moderate or soothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attemper",1,1,3 ], "to accommodate or bring into harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,1,1 ], "to make an effort (to do something) or to achieve (something); try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,1,2 ], "to try to surmount (an obstacle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,1,3 ], "to try to climb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,1,4 ], "to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,1,5 ], "to tempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,2,1 ], "an endeavour to achieve something; effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,2,2 ], "a result of an attempt or endeavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attempt",1,2,3 ], "an attack, esp| with the intention to kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,1,1 ], "to be present at (an event, meeting, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by to) to give care; minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, foll| by to) to pay attention; listen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,2,1 ], "to accompany or follow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,3,1 ], "to follow as a consequence (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,4,1 ], "to devote one's time; apply oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,5,1 ], "to escort or accompany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,6,1 ], "to wait (on); serve; provide for the needs (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,7,1 ], "to wait for; expect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attend",1,8,1 ], "to delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendance allowance",1,1,1 ], "extra money paid under the National Insurance scheme to an invalid who has to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendance allowance",1,1,1 ], "have full-time nursing attendance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attendance centre",1,1,1 ], "a place at which young offenders are required to attend regularly instead of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendance centre",1,1,1 ], "going to prison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attendance",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of attending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendance",1,1,2 ], "the number of persons present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendance",1,1,3 ], "attendants collectively; retinue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendant",1,1,1 ], "a person who accompanies or waits upon another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendant",1,1,2 ], "a person employed to assist, guide, or provide a service for others, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendant",1,1,2 ], "the general public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attendant",1,1,3 ], "a person who is present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendant",1,1,4 ], "a logical consequence or natural accompaniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendant",1,2,1 ], "being in attendance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attendant",1,2,2 ], "associated; accompanying; related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,1 ], "concentrated direction of the mind, esp| to a problem or task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,2 ], "consideration, notice, or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,3 ], "detailed care or special treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,4 ], "an act of consideration, courtesy, or gallantry indicating affection or love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,5 ], "eyes facing to the front" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,5 ], "the motionless position of formal military alertness, esp| in drill when an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,5 ], "upright position is assumed with legs and heels together, arms to the sides, head and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,1,6 ], "the act of concentrating on any one of a set of objects or thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attention",1,2,1 ], "the order to be alert or to adopt a position of formal military alertness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attentive",1,1,1 ], "paying attention; listening carefully; observant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attentive",1,2,1 ], "careful to fulfil the needs or wants (of); considerate (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuant",1,1,1 ], "causing dilution or thinness, esp| of the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuant",1,2,1 ], "an attenuant drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuate",1,1,1 ], "to weaken or become weak; reduce in size, strength, density, or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become thin or fine; extend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuate",1,2,1 ], "special media or exposure to heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attenuate",1,2,1 ], "to make (a pathogenic bacterium, virus, etc|) less virulent, as by culture in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuate",1,3,1 ], "diluted, weakened, slender, or reduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuate",1,3,2 ], "tapering gradually to a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuation",1,1,1 ], "the act of attenuating or the state of being attenuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuation",1,1,2 ], "a result of absorption or scattering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attenuation",1,1,2 ], "the loss of energy suffered by radiation as it passes through matter, esp| as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuator",1,1,1 ], "any device designed to reduce the power of a wave without distorting it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attenuator",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that attenuates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attest",1,1,1 ], "to affirm the correctness or truth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attest",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by to) to witness (an act, event, etc|) or bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attest",1,1,2 ], "witness (to an act, event, etc|) as by signature or oath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attest",1,2,1 ], "to make evident; demonstrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attest",1,3,1 ], "to provide evidence for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attested",1,1,1 ], "(of cattle, etc|) certified to be free from a disease, esp| from tuberculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attic",1,1,1 ], "a space or room within the roof of a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attic",1,1,2 ], "a storey or low wall above the cornice of a classical facade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attire",1,1,1 ], "to dress, esp| in fine elegant clothes; array" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attire",1,2,1 ], "clothes or garments, esp| if fine or decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,1 ], "a mental view or disposition, esp| as it indicates opinion or allegiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,2 ], "a theatrical pose created for effect (esp| in the phrase strike an attitude)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,3 ], "a position of the body indicating mood or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,4 ], "horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,4 ], "the orientation of an aircraft's axes in relation to some plane, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,5 ], "the orientation of a spacecraft in relation to its direction of motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,6 ], "a classical position in which the body is upright and one leg raised and bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attitude",1,1,6 ], "behind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attitudinize",1,1,1 ], "to adopt a pose or opinion for effect strike an attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attn|",1,1,1 ], "attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atto-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10-'1'8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorn",1,1,1 ], "to acknowledge a new owner of land as one's landlord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorn",1,2,1 ], "to transfer allegiance or do homage to a new lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorn",1,3,1 ], "to transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorney general",1,1,1 ], "a country's chief law officer and senior legal adviser to its government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorney general",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the chief law officer and legal adviser of a state government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorney general",1,1,3 ], "(in some states of the U|S|) a public prosecutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorney",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a lawyer, appointed or empowered to act for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorney",1,1,2 ], "letter of attorney| a less common term for power of attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorney-at-law",1,1,1 ], "a lawyer qualified to represent in court a party to a legal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attorney-at-law",1,1,2 ], "a solicitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attract",1,1,1 ], "behaviour or appearance (esp| in the phrase attract attention)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attract",1,1,1 ], "to draw (notice, a crowd of observers, etc|) to oneself by conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attract",1,1,2 ], "separation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attract",1,1,2 ], "to exert a force on (a body) that tends to cause an approach or oppose a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attract",1,1,3 ], "to possess some property that pulls or draws (something) towards itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attract",1,1,4 ], "(to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attract",1,1,4 ], "to exert a pleasing, alluring, or fascinating influence (upon); be attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attractant",1,1,1 ], "a substance that attracts, esp| a chemical (sex attractant) produced by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attractant",1,1,1 ], "insect and attracting insects of the same species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attraction sphere",1,1,1 ], "another name for astrosphere ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attraction",1,1,1 ], "the act, power, or quality of attracting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attraction",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that attracts or is intended to attract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attraction",1,1,3 ], "a force by which one object attracts another, such as the gravitational or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attraction",1,1,3 ], "magnetic force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attraction",1,1,4 ], "a change in the form of one linguistic element caused by the proximity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attraction",1,1,4 ], "another element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attractive",1,1,1 ], "appealing to the senses or mind through beauty, form, character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attractive",1,1,2 ], "arousing interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attractive",1,1,3 ], "possessing the ability to draw or pull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,2,1 ], "to regard as belonging (to), produced (by), or resulting (from); ascribe (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,3,1 ], "a property, quality, or feature belonging to or representative of a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,3,1 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,3,2 ], "an object accepted as belonging to a particular office or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,3,2,1 ], "an adjective or adjectival phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,3,2,2 ], "an attributive adjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,3,3 ], "subject of a proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attribute",1,3,3 ], "the property, quality, or feature that is affirmed or denied concerning the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attributive",1,1,1 ], "relating to an attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attributive",1,1,2 ], "(of an adjective or adjectival phrase) preceding the noun modified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attributive",1,2,1 ], "an attributive adjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attrib|",1,1,1 ], "attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attrib|",1,1,2 ], "attributive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attrition",1,1,1 ], "the act of wearing away or the state of being worn away, as by friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attrition",1,1,2 ], "attrition)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attrition",1,1,2 ], "constant wearing down to weaken or destroy (often in the phrase war of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attrition",1,1,3 ], "the grinding down of rock particles by friction during transportation by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attrition",1,1,3 ], "water, wind, or ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attrition",1,1,4 ], "contrition, which arises purely from love of God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "attrition",1,1,4 ], "sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation, esp| as contrasted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attune",1,1,1 ], "to adjust or accustom (a person or thing); acclimatize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "attune",1,1,2 ], "to tune (a musical instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atty|",1,1,1 ], "attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "att|",1,1,1 ], "attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "att|",1,1,2 ], "attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atween",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "atypical",1,1,1 ], "not typical; deviating from or not conforming to type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at| no|",1,1,1 ], "atomic number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at| wt|",1,1,1 ], "atomic weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at|",1,1,1 ], "(unit of pressure) atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "at|",1,1,2 ], "atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au courant",1,1,1 ], "up-to-date, esp| in knowledge of current affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au fait",1,1,1 ], "fully informed; in touch or expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au fond",1,1,1 ], "fundamentally; essentially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au gratin",1,1,1 ], "covered and cooked with browned breadcrumbs and sometimes cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au jus",1,1,1 ], "(of meat) served in its own gravy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au lait",1,1,1 ], "prepared or served with milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au naturel",1,2,1 ], "naked; nude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au naturel",1,2,2 ], "uncooked or plainly cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au pair",1,1,1,1 ], "a young foreigner, usually a girl, who undertakes housework in exchange for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au pair",1,1,1,1 ], "board and lodging, esp| in order to learn the language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "au pair",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au pair",1,1,2 ], "a young person who lives temporarily with a family abroad in exchange for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au pair",1,1,2 ], "reciprocal arrangement with his or her own family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "au pair",1,2,1 ], "to work as an au pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au pair",1,3,1 ], "as an au pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "au revoir",1,1,1 ], "goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubade",1,1,1 ], "a song or poem appropriate to or greeting the dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubade",1,1,2 ], "a romantic or idyllic prelude or overture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auberge",1,1,1 ], "an inn or tavern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubergine",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Old World solanaceous plant, Solanum melongena, widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubergine",1,1,1 ], "for its egg-shaped typically dark purple fruit| U|S| name: eggplant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aubergine",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant, which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubergine",1,1,2,1 ], "a dark purple colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubergine",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubrietia",1,1,1 ], "any trailing purple-flowered plant of the genus Aubrietia, native to European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aubrietia",1,1,1 ], "mountains but widely planted in rock gardens: family Cruciferae (crucifers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auburn",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auburn",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auction bridge",1,1,1 ], "a variety of bridge, now generally superseded by contract bridge, in which all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auction bridge",1,1,1 ], "the tricks made score towards game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auction",1,1,1 ], "a public sale of goods or property, esp| one in which prospective purchasers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auction",1,1,1 ], "bid against each other until the highest price is reached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auction",1,1,2 ], "the competitive calls made in bridge and other games before play begins," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auction",1,1,2 ], "undertaking to win a given number of tricks if a certain suit is trumps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auction",1,2,1 ], "to sell by auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auctioneer",1,1,1 ], "a person who conducts an auction by announcing the lots and controlling the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auctioneer",1,1,1 ], "bidding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auctioneer",1,2,1 ], "to sell by auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auctorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audacious",1,1,1 ], "recklessly bold or daring; fearless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audacious",1,1,2 ], "impudent or presumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audible",1,1,1 ], "perceptible to the hearing; loud enough to be heard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audience",1,1,1 ], "a group of spectators or listeners, esp| at a public event such as a concert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audience",1,1,1 ], "or play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audience",1,1,2 ], "the people reached by a book, film, or radio or television programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audience",1,1,3 ], "public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audience",1,1,3 ], "the devotees or followers of a public entertainer, lecturer, etc|; regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audience",1,1,4 ], "an opportunity to put one's point of view, such as a formal interview with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audience",1,1,4 ], "monarch or head of state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audile",1,1,1 ], "a person who possesses a faculty for auditory imagery that is more distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audile",1,1,1 ], "than his visual or other imagery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audile",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to such a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audio frequency",1,1,1 ], "a frequency in the range 50 hertz to 20,000 hertz| A sound wave of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audio frequency",1,1,1 ], "frequency would be audible to the human ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audio",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audio",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to sound or hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audio",1,1,3 ], "relating to or employed in the transmission, reception, or reproduction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audio",1,1,3 ], "sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audio",1,1,4 ], "of, concerned with, or operating at audio frequencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating hearing or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiogenic",1,1,1 ], "caused or produced by sound or an audio frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiology",1,1,1 ], "hearing defects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audiology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of hearing, often including the treatment of persons with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for testing the intensity and frequency range of sound that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiometer",1,1,1 ], "capable of detection by the human ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audiophile",1,1,1 ], "a person who has a great interest in high-fidelity sound reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiotypist",1,1,1 ], "a typist trained to type from a dictating machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiovisual",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of teaching aids) involving or directed at both hearing and sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiphone",1,1,1 ], "a type of hearing aid consisting of a diaphragm that, when placed against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audiphone",1,1,1 ], "upper teeth, conveys sound vibrations to the inner ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audit",1,1,1,1 ], "an inspection, correction, and verification of business accounts by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audit",1,1,1,1 ], "qualified accountant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audit",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audit",1,1,2 ], "an audited account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audit",1,1,3 ], "a hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audit",1,2,1 ], "to inspect, correct, and certify (accounts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audit",1,2,2 ], "to attend (classes, etc|) as an auditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audition",1,1,1 ], "a test at which a performer or musician is asked to demonstrate his ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audition",1,1,1 ], "for a particular role, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "audition",1,1,2 ], "the act, sense, or power of hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "audition",1,2,1 ], "to judge by means of or be tested in an audition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auditor",1,1,1 ], "a person qualified to audit accounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auditor",1,1,2 ], "a person who hears or listens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auditor",1,1,3 ], "a registered student who attends a class that is not an official part of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auditor",1,1,3 ], "course of study" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auditorium",1,1,1 ], "the area of a concert hall, theatre, etc|, in which the audience sits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auditorium",1,1,2 ], "a building for public gatherings or meetings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auditory",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to hearing, the sense of hearing, or the organs of hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auditory",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for audience or auditorium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aud|",1,1,1 ], "audit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aud|",1,1,2 ], "auditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auf Wiedersehen",1,1,1 ], "goodbye, until we see each other again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augend",1,1,1 ], "a number to which another number, the addend, is added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auger",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool with a bit shaped like a corkscrew, for boring holes in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auger",1,1,2 ], "a larger tool of the same kind for boring holes in the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aught",1,1,1 ], "anything at all; anything whatever (esp| in the phrase for aught I know)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aught",1,2,1 ], "in any least part; to any degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aught",2,1,1 ], "a less common word for nought (zero)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augite",1,1,1 ], "a common black or dark green glassy mineral of the pyroxene group that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augite",1,1,1 ], "consists of a silicate of calcium, magnesium, aluminium, and iron in monoclinic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| Formula: (Ca,Mg,Fe,Al)(Si,Al)O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "augment",1,1,1 ], "to make or become greater in number, amount, strength, etc|; increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augment",1,2,1 ], "to increase (a major or perfect interval) by a semitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augment",1,3,1 ], "(in Greek and Sanskrit grammar) to prefix a vowel or diphthong to (a verb) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augment",1,3,1 ], "form a past tense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augment",1,4,1 ], "(in Greek and Sanskrit grammar) a vowel or diphthong prefixed to a verb to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augment",1,4,1 ], "form a past tense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augmentation",1,1,1 ], "the act of augmenting or the state of being augmented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmentation",1,1,2 ], "the amount by which something is increased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmentation",1,1,3 ], "the presentation of a subject of a fugue, in which the note values are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmentation",1,1,3 ], "uniformly increased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augmentative",1,1,1 ], "tending or able to augment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmentative",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting an affix that may be added to a word to convey the meaning large or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmentative",1,1,1,1 ], "great;for example, the suffix -ote in Spanish, where hombre means man and hombrote big" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augmentative",1,1,1,1 ], "man" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "augmentative",1,1,1,2 ], "denoting a word formed by the addition of an augmentative affix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmentative",1,2,1 ], "an augmentative word or affix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,1 ], "(of an interval) increased or expanded from the state of being perfect or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,1 ], "major by the raising of the higher note or the dropping of the lower note by one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,1 ], "semitone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting a chord based upon an augmented triad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,1,2 ], "denoting a triad consisting of the root plus a major third and an augmented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,1,2 ], "fifth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,1,3 ], "(esp| in jazz) denoting a chord having as its root the note specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augmented",1,1,2 ], "having been increased, esp| in number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augur",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a religious official who observed and interpreted omens and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augur",1,1,1 ], "signs to help guide the making of public decisions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "augur",1,1,2 ], "any prophet or soothsayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augur",1,2,1 ], "to predict (some future event), as from signs or omens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augur",1,3,1 ], "to be an omen (of); presage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augur",1,4,1 ], "to foreshadow future events to be as specified; bode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augury",1,1,1 ], "the art of or a rite conducted by an augur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "augury",1,1,2 ], "a sign or portent; omen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "august",1,1,1 ], "dignified or imposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "august",1,1,2 ], "of noble birth or high rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aug|",1,1,1 ], "augmentative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auk",1,1,1 ], "Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "auk",1,1,1 ], "any of various diving birds of the family Alcidae of northern oceans having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auk",1,1,1 ], "heavy body, short tail, narrow wings, and a black-and-white plumage: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auk",1,1,2 ], "little auk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auklet",1,1,1 ], "any of various small auks of the genera Aethia and Ptychoramphus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auld lang syne",1,1,1 ], "old times; times past, esp| those remembered with affection or nostalgia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auld",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aulic",1,1,1 ], "relating to a royal court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or designed for walking",1). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 1, 2],"changing position; not fixed",1). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 1, 3],"able to walk",1). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 1, 4],"(esp| of a will) capable of being altered or revoked",1). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"an aisle running around the east end of a church, esp| one that passes behind",1). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"the sanctuary",2). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"a place for walking, such as an aisle or a cloister",1). c_DEF([ "aummbulatory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "aunt",1,1,1 ], "a sister of one's father or mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aunt",1,1,2 ], "the wife of one's uncle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aunt",1,1,3 ], "a term of address used by children for any woman, esp| for a friend of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aunt",1,1,3 ], "parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aunt",1,1,4 ], "my (sainted) aunt!an exclamation of surprise or amazement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auntie man",1,1,1 ], "an effeminate or homosexual male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auntie",1,1,1 ], "a familiar or diminutive word for aunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aura",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive air or quality considered to be characteristic of a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aura",1,1,1 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aura",1,1,2 ], "any invisible emanation, such as a scent or odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aura",1,1,3 ], "a phenomenon, such as noises in the ears or flashes of light, that immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aura",1,1,3 ], "precedes an attack, esp| of epilepsy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aura",1,1,4 ], "(in parapsychology) an invisible emanation produced by and surrounding a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aura",1,1,4 ], "person or object: alleged to be discernible by individuals of supernormal sensibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aural",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sense or organs of hearing; auricular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aural",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to an aura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurar",1,1,1 ], "the plural of eyrir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aureate",1,1,1 ], "covered with gold; gilded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aureate",1,1,2 ], "of a golden colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aureate",1,1,3 ], "(of a style of writing or speaking) excessively elaborate or ornate; florid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aureole",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in paintings of Christian saints and the deity) a border of light or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aureole",1,1,1 ], "radiance enveloping the head or sometimes the whole of a figure represented as holy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aureole",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for halo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aureole",1,1,3 ], "another name for corona ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aureus",1,1,1 ], "a gold coin of the Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing gold in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricle",1,1,1,1 ], "the upper chamber of the heart; atrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricle",1,1,1,2 ], "a small sac in the atrium of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricle",1,1,2 ], "the external part of the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricle",1,1,3 ], "an ear-shaped part or appendage, such as that occurring at the base of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricle",1,1,3 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auricula",1,1,1 ], "a bear's ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auricula",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated alpine primrose, Primula auricula, with leaves shaped like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricula",1,1,2 ], "another word for auricle ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or received by the sense or organs of hearing; aural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricular",1,1,2 ], "shaped like an ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricular",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to an auricle of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricular",1,1,4 ], "(of feathers) occurring in tufts surrounding the ears of owls and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auricular",1,1,4 ], "birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auricular",1,2,1 ], "an auricular feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auriculate",1,1,1 ], "having ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auriculate",1,1,2 ], "having ear-shaped parts or appendages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auriculate",1,1,3 ], "Alsoauriform| shaped like an ear; auricular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auriferous",1,1,1 ], "(of rock) containing gold gold-bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auriga" ,1, 2, 1],"Orion, at the edge of the Milky Way|It contains the first magnitude star Capella and",2). c_DEF([ "auriga" ,1, 2, 1],"a conspicuous constellation in the N hemisphere between the Great Bear and",1). c_DEF([ "auriga" ,1, 2, 1],"the binary star Epsilon Aurigae, which is the largest known star",3). c_DEF([ "aurist",1,1,1 ], "an ear specialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurochs",1,1,1 ], "a recently extinct member of the cattle tribe, Bos primigenius, that inhabited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurochs",1,1,1 ], "forests in N Africa, Europe, and SW Asia| It had long horns and is thought to be one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aurochs",1,1,1 ], "the ancestors of modern cattle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aurora australis",1,1,1 ], "the aurora seen around the South Pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurora borealis",1,1,1 ], "the aurora seen around the North Pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurora",1,1,1 ], "It is caused by collisions between air molecules and charged particles from the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aurora",1,1,1 ], "an atmospheric phenomenon consisting of bands, curtains, or streamers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurora",1,1,1 ], "light, usually green, red, or yellow, that move across the sky, esp| in polar regions|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aurora",1,1,1 ], "sun that are trapped in the earth's magnetic field" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "aurora",1,1,2 ], "the dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing gold, esp| in the monovalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aurum",1,1,1 ], "gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auscultate",1,1,1 ], "to examine (a patient) by means of auscultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auscultation",1,1,1 ], "sounds made by the body, usually with the aid of a stethoscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auscultation",1,1,1 ], "the diagnostic technique in medicine of listening to the various internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auscultation",1,1,2 ], "the act of listening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ausforming",1,1,1 ], "a treatment to strengthen hard steels, prior to quenching, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ausforming",1,1,1 ], "specimen is plastically deformed while it is in the austenite temperature range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auspex",1,1,1 ], "another word for augur ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auspicate",1,1,1 ], "to begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auspice",1,1,1 ], "patronage or guidance (esp| in the phrase under the auspices of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auspice",1,1,2 ], "a sign or omen, esp| one that is favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auspicious",1,1,1 ], "favourable or propitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auspicious",1,1,2 ], "prosperous or fortunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austenite",1,1,1 ], "a solid solution of carbon in face-centred cubic gamma iron, usually existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austenite",1,1,1 ], "above 723 degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "austenite",1,1,2 ], "such elements as nickel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "austenite",1,1,2 ], "the gamma phase of iron, stabilized at low temperatures by the addition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austenitic stainless steel",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of iron, usually containing 18 per cent of nickel and 8 per cent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austenitic stainless steel",1,1,1 ], "chromium, used where corrosion resistance, heat resistance, or nonmagnetic properties are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "austenitic stainless steel",1,1,1 ], "required" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "austere",1,1,1 ], "stern or severe in attitude or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austere",1,1,2 ], "grave, sober, or serious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austere",1,1,3 ], "self-disciplined, abstemious, or ascetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austere",1,1,4 ], "severely simple or plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austerity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being austere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austerity",1,1,2 ], "an austere habit, practice, or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austerity",1,1,2,1 ], "by government policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "austerity",1,1,2,1 ], "reduced availability of luxuries and consumer goods, esp| when brought about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austerity",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "austral",1,1,1 ], "of or coming from the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "australite",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of dark glassy meteorite found in Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "australopithecine",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct apelike primates of the genus Australopithecus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "australopithecine",1,1,1 ], "related genera, remains of which have been discovered in southern and E Africa| Some" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "australopithecine",1,1,1 ], "species are estimated to be over 4|5 million years old" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "australopithecine",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to any of these primates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aut-",1,1,1 ], "variant of auto- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autacoid",1,1,1 ], "any natural internal secretion, esp| one that exerts an effect similar to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autacoid",1,1,1 ], "drug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autarchy",1,1,1 ], "unlimited rule; autocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autarchy",1,1,2 ], "self-government; self-rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autarky",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a political unit) a system or policy of economic self-sufficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autarky",1,1,1 ], "aimed at removing the need for imports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autarky",1,1,2 ], "an economically self-sufficient country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autecious",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of autoecious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autecology",1,1,1 ], "the ecological study of an individual organism or species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auteur",1,1,1 ], "a film director, esp| one considered as having a dominant creative role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authentic",1,1,1 ], "of undisputed origin or authorship; genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authentic",1,1,2 ], "accurate in representation of the facts; trustworthy; reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authentic",1,1,3 ], "(of a deed or other document) duly executed, any necessary legal formalities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authentic",1,1,3 ], "having been complied with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "authentic",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a mode as used in Gregorian chant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authentic",1,1,4 ], "commencing on the final and ending an octave higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authentic",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a cadence) progressing from a dominant to a tonic chord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authenticate",1,1,1 ], "to establish as genuine or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authenticate",1,1,2 ], "to give authority or legal validity to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "author" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who composes a book, article, or other written work",1). c_DEF([ "author" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who writes books as a profession; writer",1). c_DEF([ "author" ,1, 1, 3],"the writings of such a person",1). c_DEF([ "author" ,1, 1, 4],"an originator or creator",1). c_DEF([ "author" ,1, 2, 1],"Not standard",1). c_DEF([ "author" ,1, 2, 2],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "author" ,1, 2, 3],"to write or originate",1). c_DEF([ "authoritarian",1,1,1 ], "favouring, denoting, or characterized by strict obedience to authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authoritarian",1,1,2 ], "favouring, denoting, or relating to government by a small elite with wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authoritarian",1,1,2 ], "powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "authoritarian",1,1,3 ], "despotic; dictatorial; domineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authoritarian",1,2,1 ], "a person who favours or practises authoritarian policies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authoritative",1,1,1 ], "recognized or accepted as being true or reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authoritative",1,1,2 ], "exercising or asserting authority; commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authoritative",1,1,3 ], "possessing or supported by authority; official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,1 ], "the power or right to control, judge, or prohibit the actions of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,2 ], "a person or group of people having this power, such as a government, police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,2 ], "force, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,3 ], "a position that commands such a power or right (often in the phrase in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,3 ], "authority)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,4 ], "authorization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,4 ], "such a power or right delegated, esp| from one person to another;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,5 ], "the ability to influence or control others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,6 ], "an expert or an authoritative written work in a particular field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,7 ], "evidence or testimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,8 ], "confidence resulting from great expertise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,9 ], "a public board or corporation exercising governmental authority in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,9 ], "administering some enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,9,1 ], "a judicial decision, statute, or rule of law that establishes a principle;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,9,1 ], "precedent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "authority",1,1,9,2 ], "legal permission granted to a person to perform a specified act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authorize",1,1,1 ], "to confer authority upon (someone to do something); empower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authorize",1,1,2 ], "to permit (someone to do or be something) with official sanction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authorship",1,1,1 ], "the origin or originator of a written work, plan, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "authorship",1,1,2 ], "the profession of writing books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auth|",1,1,1 ], "author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auth|",1,1,2 ], "authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auth|",1,1,3 ], "authorized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autism",1,1,1 ], "abnormal self-absorption, usually affecting children, characterized by lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autism",1,1,1 ], "from autism often do not learn to speak" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autism",1,1,1 ], "response to people and actions and limited ability to communicate: children suffering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auto",1,1,1,1 ], "short for automobile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto-",1,1,1 ], "self; same; of or by the same one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto-",1,1,2 ], "acting from or occurring within; self-caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto-",1,1,3 ], "self-propelling; automatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto-da-f",1,1,1 ], "a ceremony of the Spanish Inquisition including the pronouncement and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto-da-f",1,1,1 ], "execution of sentences passed on sinners or heretics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auto-da-f",1,1,2 ], "the burning to death of people condemned as heretics by the Inquisition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto-rickshaw",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a light three-wheeled vehicle driven by a motorcycle engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoantibody",1,1,1 ], "an antibody reacting with an antigen that is a part of the organism in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoantibody",1,1,1 ], "the antibody is formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autobahn",1,1,1 ], "a German motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autobiographical",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with one's own life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autobiographical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an autobiography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autobiography",1,1,1 ], "an account of a person's life written or otherwise recorded by that person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocade",1,1,1 ], "another name for motorcade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocatalysis",1,1,1 ], "products of the reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autocatalysis",1,1,1 ], "the catalysis of a chemical reaction in which the catalyst is one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocephalous",1,1,1 ], "(of an Eastern Christian Church) governed by its own national synods and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocephalous",1,1,1 ], "appointing its own patriarchs or prelates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autocephalous",1,1,2 ], "(of a bishop) independent of any higher governing body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autochanger",1,1,1 ], "a device in a record player that enables a small stack of records to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autochanger",1,1,1 ], "dropped automatically onto the turntable one at a time and played separately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autochanger",1,1,2 ], "a record player with such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autochthon",1,1,1 ], "one of the earliest known inhabitants of any country; aboriginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autochthon",1,1,2 ], "an animal or plant that is native to a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autochthonous" ,1, 1, 1],"autochthonic (@$$:t$Ak!$T$An$Ik), or autochthonal adj",1). c_DEF([ "autochthonous" ,1, 1, 2],"(of rocks, deposits, etc|) found where they and their constituents were",1). c_DEF([ "autochthonous" ,1, 1, 2],"formed",2). c_DEF([ "autochthonous" ,1, 1, 3],"inhabiting a place or region from earliest known times; aboriginal",1). c_DEF([ "autoclave",1,1,1 ], "a strong sealed vessel used for chemical reactions at high pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoclave",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for sterilizing objects (esp| surgical instruments) or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoclave",1,1,2 ], "cooking by means of steam under pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoclave",1,2,1 ], "to put in or subject to the action of an autoclave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocorrelation",1,1,1 ], "that their covariance is not zero and they are not independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autocorrelation",1,1,1 ], "the condition occurring when successive items in a series are correlated so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by an individual with unrestricted authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocracy",1,1,2 ], "the unrestricted authority of such an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocracy",1,1,3 ], "a country, society, etc|, ruled by an autocrat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocrat",1,1,1 ], "a ruler who possesses absolute and unrestricted authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocrat",1,1,2 ], "a domineering or dictatorial person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocross",1,1,1 ], "a form of motor sport in which cars race over a half-mile circuit of rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocross",1,1,1 ], "grass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autocue",1,1,1 ], "Teleprompter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autocue",1,1,1 ], "an electronic television prompting device whereby a prepared script, unseen by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autocue",1,1,1 ], "the audience, is enlarged line by line for the speaker| U|S| name (trademark):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autocycle",1,1,1 ], "a bicycle powered or assisted by a small engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autodidact",1,1,1 ], "a person who is self-taught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autodyne reception",1,1,1 ], "detection" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autodyne reception",1,1,1 ], "generating the beating oscillation also performs other functions such as amplification or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autodyne reception",1,1,1 ], "reception of radio signals by a superheterodyne receiver in which the circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoecious" ,1, 1, 1],"(of parasites, esp| the rust fungi) completing the entire life cycle on a",1). c_DEF([ "autoecious" ,1, 1, 1],"single species of host",2). c_DEF([ "autoeroticism",1,1,1 ], "masturbation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoeroticism",1,1,1 ], "the arousal and use of one's own body as a sexual object, as through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogamy",1,1,1 ], "self-fertilization in flowering plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogamy",1,1,2 ], "a type of sexual reproduction, occurring in some protozoans, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogamy",1,1,2 ], "uniting gametes are derived from the same cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autogenesis",1,1,1 ], "another word for abiogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogenous",1,1,1,1 ], "originating within the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogenous",1,1,1,2 ], "denoting a vaccine made from bacteria obtained from the patient's own body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogenous",1,1,2 ], "self-generated; self-produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogenous",1,1,3 ], "(of a joint between two parts) achieved without flux, adhesive, or solder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogiro",1,1,1 ], "a self-propelled aircraft supported in flight mainly by unpowered rotating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autogiro",1,1,1 ], "horizontal blades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autograft",1,1,1 ], "a tissue graft obtained from one part of a patient's body for use on another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autograft",1,1,1 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,1,1,1 ], "a handwritten signature, esp| that of a famous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,1,2 ], "a person's handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,1,2,1 ], "a book, document, etc|, handwritten by its author; original manuscript;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,1,2,1 ], "holograph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,2,1 ], "to write one's signature on or in; sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autograph",1,2,2 ], "to write with one's own hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autography",1,1,1 ], "the writing of something in one's own handwriting; something handwritten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autography",1,1,2 ], "the precise reproduction of an illustration or of writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autohypnosis",1,1,1 ], "the process or result of self-induced hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoicous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants, esp| mosses) having male and female reproductive organs on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoicous",1,1,1 ], "same plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoimmune",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease) caused by the action of antibodies produced against substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoimmune",1,1,1 ], "normally present in the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoinfection",1,1,1 ], "infection by a pathogenic agent already within the body or infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoinfection",1,1,1 ], "transferred from one part of the body to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoinoculation",1,1,1 ], "into another, usually in the form of a vaccine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoinoculation",1,1,1 ], "the inoculation of microorganisms (esp| viruses) from one part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autointoxication",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autointoxication",1,1,1 ], "self-poisoning caused by absorption of toxic products originating within the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoionization",1,1,1 ], "emission of electrons, rather than photons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoionization",1,1,1 ], "the process in which the decay of excited atoms or molecules results in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autokinetic phenomenon",1,1,1 ], "compensate, having no other reference points" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autokinetic phenomenon",1,1,1 ], "room| The effect is produced by small eye movements for which the brain is unable to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autokinetic phenomenon",1,1,1 ], "the apparent movement of a fixed point of light when observed in a darkened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autokinetic",1,1,1 ], "automatically self-moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoloading",1,1,1 ], "self-loading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autolyse",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo autolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autolysin",1,1,1 ], "any agent that produces autolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autolysis",1,1,1 ], "cells themselves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autolysis",1,1,1 ], "the destruction of cells and tissues of an organism by enzymes produced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automat",1,1,1 ], "a machine that automatically dispenses goods such as cigarettes, when money is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automat",1,1,1 ], "inserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automat",1,1,2 ], "an area or room, sometimes having restaurant facilities, where food and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automat",1,1,2 ], "goods are supplied from vending machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automata",1,1,1 ], "a plural of automaton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automate",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing process, etc|) to be made automatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automate",1,1,1 ], "to make (a manufacturing process, factory, etc|) automatic, or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic gain control",1,1,1 ], "control of a radio receiver in which the gain varies inversely with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic gain control",1,1,1 ], "magnitude of the input, thus maintaining the output at an approximately constant level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatic pilot",1,1,1 ], "a device that automatically maintains an aircraft on a preset course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic transmission",1,1,1 ], "a transmission system in a motor vehicle, usually incorporating a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic transmission",1,1,1 ], "clutch, in which the gears change automatically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatic typesetting",1,1,1 ], "another name for computer typesetting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,1 ], "performed from force of habit or without conscious thought; lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,1 ], "spontaneity; mechanical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a device, mechanism, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,2 ], "able to activate, move, or regulate itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,2,2 ], "(of an act or process) performed by such automatic equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,3 ], "(of the action of a muscle, gland, etc|) involuntary or reflex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,4 ], "occurring as a necessary consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,5 ], "(of a firearm) utilizing some of the force of each explosion to eject the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,5 ], "empty shell, replace it with a new one, and fire continuously until release of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,1,5 ], "trigger" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,2,1 ], "an automatic firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,2,2 ], "a motor vehicle having automatic transmission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatic",1,2,3 ], "a machine that operates automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatictacessing",1,1,1 ], "data processing performed by automatic electromechanical devices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automation",1,1,1 ], "electronically controlled systems, often reducing manpower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automation",1,1,1 ], "the use of methods for controlling industrial processes automatically, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automation",1,1,2 ], "the extent to which a process is so controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatism",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being automatic; mechanical or involuntary action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that all the activities of men and animals are controlled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatism",1,1,2 ], "unconscious physical and physiological processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatism",1,1,3 ], "or control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatism",1,1,3 ], "the performance of actions, such as sleepwalking, without conscious knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatism",1,1,4 ], "the suspension of consciousness sought or achieved by certain artists and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automatism",1,1,4 ], "writers to allow free flow of uncensored thoughts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatize",1,1,1 ], "automatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "automatize",1,1,1 ], "to make (a process, etc|) automatic or (of a process, etc|) to be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automaton",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical device operating under its own hidden power; robot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automaton",1,1,2 ], "a person who acts mechanically or leads a routine monotonous life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automobile",1,1,1 ], "a car ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automotive",1,1,1 ], "relating to motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "automotive",1,1,2 ], "self-propelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomic nervous system",1,1,1 ], "actions of the smooth muscles, heart, and glands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autonomic nervous system",1,1,1 ], "the section of the nervous system of vertebrates that controls the involuntary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomic",1,1,1 ], "occurring involuntarily or spontaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the autonomic nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomic",1,1,3 ], "occurring as a result of internal stimuli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomous",1,1,1 ], "(of a community, country, etc|) possessing a large degree of self-government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an autonomous community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomous",1,1,3 ], "independent of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomous",1,1,4 ], "governed by its own principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomous",1,1,5 ], "existing as an organism independent of other organisms or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomous",1,1,6 ], "a variant spelling of autonomic ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomy",1,1,1 ], "the right or state of self-government, esp| when limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomy",1,1,2 ], "a state, community, or individual possessing autonomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomy",1,1,3 ], "freedom to determine one's own actions, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autonomy",1,1,4 ], "principles and laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autonomy",1,1,4 ], "the doctrine that the individual human will is governed only by its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autophyte",1,1,1 ], "an autotrophic plant, such as any green plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autopilot",1,1,1 ], "short for automatic pilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autopista",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoplasty",1,1,1 ], "patient's own body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoplasty",1,1,1 ], "surgical repair of defects by grafting or transplanting tissue from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autopsy",1,1,1 ], "dissection and examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autopsy",1,1,2 ], "an eye witness observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autopsy",1,1,3 ], "any critical analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoput",1,1,1 ], "a Yugoslavian motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoradiograph",1,1,1 ], "a photograph showing the distribution of a radioactive substance in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoradiograph",1,1,1 ], "specimen| The photographic plate is exposed by radiation from the specimen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autorotation",1,1,1 ], "the continuous rotation of a symmetrical body in an airflow, such as that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autorotation",1,1,1 ], "the rotor blades of a helicopter in an unpowered descent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoroute",1,1,1 ], "a French motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autosome",1,1,1 ], "any chromosome that is not a sex chromosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autostability",1,1,1 ], "of built-in devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autostability",1,1,1 ], "the property of being stable either as a result of inherent characteristics or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autostrada",1,1,1 ], "an Italian motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autosuggestion",1,1,1 ], "a process of suggestion in which the person unconsciously supplies or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autosuggestion",1,1,1 ], "consciously attempts to supply the means of influencing his own behaviour or beliefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autotimer",1,1,1 ], "a device for turning an electric cooker on and off automatically at times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotimer",1,1,1 ], "predetermined by advance setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autotomize",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a part of the body) to undergo autotomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotomy",1,1,1 ], "attacked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autotomy",1,1,1 ], "the casting off by an animal of a part of its body, to facilitate escape when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotoxaemia",1,1,1 ], "another name for autointoxication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotoxin",1,1,1 ], "any poison or toxin formed in the organism upon which it acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotransformer",1,1,1 ], "a transformer in which all or part of the winding is common to both primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotransformer",1,1,1 ], "and secondary circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autotrophic",1,1,1 ], "(of organisms such as green plants) capable of manufacturing complex organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotrophic",1,1,1 ], "nitrates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autotrophic",1,1,1 ], "nutritive compounds from simple inorganic sources such as carbon dioxide, water, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autotype",1,1,1 ], "a photographic process for producing prints in black and white, using a carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autotype",1,1,1 ], "pigment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autotype",1,1,2 ], "an exact copy of a manuscript, etc|; facsimile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoxidation",1,1,1,1 ], "oxidation by exposure to atmospheric oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autoxidation",1,1,1,2 ], "in the same system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autoxidation",1,1,1,2 ], "oxidation that will only occur when another oxidation reaction is taking place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto|",1,1,1 ], "automatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto|",1,1,2 ], "automobile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auto|",1,1,3 ], "automotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autumn crocus",1,1,1 ], "a liliaceous plant, Colchicum autumnale, of Europe and N Africa having pink or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autumn crocus",1,1,1 ], "purplish autumn flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autumn",1,1,2 ], "astronomically from the September equinox to the December solstice in the N hemisphere and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autumn",1,1,2 ], "from the March equinox to the June solstice in the S hemisphere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autumn",1,1,2 ], "the season of the year between summer and winter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autumn",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autumn",1,1,3 ], "a period of late maturity, esp| one followed by a decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autumnal equinox",1,1,1 ], "relevant hemisphere, making day and night of equal length| It occurs about Sept| 23 in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autumnal equinox",1,1,1 ], "the N hemisphere (March 21 in the S hemisphere)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autumnal equinox",1,1,1 ], "the time at which the sun crosses the plane of the equator away from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autumnal equinox",1,1,2 ], "the point on the celestial sphere, lying in the constellation of Virgo, at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autumnal equinox",1,1,2 ], "which the ecliptic intersects the celestial equator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "autumnal",1,1,1 ], "of, occurring in, or characteristic of autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autunite",1,1,1 ], "Ca(UO\2)2(PO\4)2|10-12H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "autunite",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish fluorescent radioactive mineral consisting of a hydrated calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "autunite",1,1,1 ], "uranium phosphate in tetragonal crystalline form| It is found in uranium ores| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auxanometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that measures the linear growth of plant shoots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auxesis",1,1,1 ], "growth in animal or plant tissues resulting from an increase in cell size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auxesis",1,1,1 ], "without cell division" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliaries",1,1,1 ], "foreign troops serving another nation; mercenaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliary note",1,1,1 ], "a nonharmonic note occurring between two harmonic notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliary power unit",1,1,1 ], "an additional engine fitted to an aircraft to operate when the main engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliary power unit",1,1,1 ], "are not in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliary verb",1,1,1 ], "a verb used to indicate the tense, voice, mood, etc|, of another verb where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliary verb",1,1,1 ], "this is not indicated by inflection, such as English will in he will go, was in he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliary verb",1,1,1 ], "was eating and he was eaten, do in I do like you, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "auxiliary" ,1, 1, 1],"(of a sailing vessel) having an engine",1). c_DEF([ "auxiliary" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "auxiliary" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"a sailing vessel with an engine",1). c_DEF([ "auxiliary" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"the engine of such a vessel",1). c_DEF([ "auxiliary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person or thing that supports or supplements; subordinate or assistant",1). c_DEF([ "auxiliary" ,1, 2, 3],"a vessel such as a tug, hospital ship, etc|, not used for combat",1). c_DEF([ "auxin",1,1,1 ], "agriculture and horticulture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "auxin",1,1,1 ], "and control fruit and flower development| Synthetic auxins are widely used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "auxin",1,1,1 ], "any of various plant hormones, such as indoleacetic acid, that promote growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "auxochrome",1,1,1 ], "a group of atoms that can be attached to a chromogen to convert it into a dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aux|",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avadavat",1,1,1 ], "either of two Asian weaverbirds of the genus Estrilda, esp| E| amandava," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avadavat",1,1,1 ], "having a red plumage: often kept as cage birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avail",1,1,1 ], "to be of use, advantage, profit, or assistance (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avail",1,1,2 ], "avail oneself of| to make use of to one's advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avail",1,2,1 ], "use or advantage (esp| in the phrases of no avail, to little avail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "available",1,1,1 ], "obtainable or accessible; capable of being made use of; at hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "available",1,1,2 ], "politics, derogatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "available",1,1,3 ], "character" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "available",1,1,3 ], "suitable for public office, usually as a result of having an inoffensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "available",1,1,4 ], "advantageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avalanche",1,1,1,1 ], "a fall of large masses of snow and ice down a mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avalanche",1,1,1,2 ], "a fall of rocks, sand, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avalanche",1,1,2 ], "a sudden or overwhelming appearance of a large quantity of things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avalanche",1,1,3 ], "a group of ions produced by a single ion as a result of a collision with some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avalanche",1,1,3 ], "other form of matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avalanche",1,2,1 ], "to come down overwhelmingly (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avant-garde",1,1,1 ], "markedly experimental or in advance of those generally accepted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avant-garde",1,1,1 ], "those artists, writers, musicians, etc|, whose techniques and ideas are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avant-garde",1,2,1 ], "of such artists, etc|, their ideas, or techniques" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avant-garde",1,2,2 ], "radical; daring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avarice",1,1,1 ], "extreme greed for riches; cupidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avast",1,1,1 ], "stop! cease!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avatar",1,1,1 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avatar",1,1,1 ], "the manifestation of a deity, notably Vishnu, in human, superhuman, or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avatar",1,1,2 ], "a visible manifestation or embodiment of an abstract concept; archetype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avaunt",1,1,1 ], "go away! depart!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avdp|",1,1,1 ], "avoirdupois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ave",1,1,1 ], "welcome or farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avenge",1,1,1 ], "to inflict a punishment in retaliation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avenge",1,1,2 ], "(harm, injury, etc|) done to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avenge",1,1,3 ], "(a person or persons) take revenge for or on behalf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avens",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing|) any of several temperate or arctic rosaceous plants of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avens",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "avens",1,1,1 ], "the genus Geum, such as G| rivale , which has a purple calyx and orange-pink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avens",1,1,2 ], "mountain avens| a trailing evergreen white-flowered rosaceous shrub, Dryas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avens",1,1,2 ], "octopetala, that grows on mountains in N temperate regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aventurine",1,1,1 ], "a dark-coloured glass, usually green or brown, spangled with fine particles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aventurine",1,1,1 ], "gold, copper, or some other metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aventurine",1,1,2 ], "a light-coloured translucent variety of orthoclase feldspar containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aventurine",1,1,2 ], "reddish-gold particles of iron compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aventurine",1,1,3 ], "a variety of quartz containing red or greenish particles of iron oxide or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aventurine",1,1,3 ], "mica: a gemstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avenue",1,1,1,1 ], "a broad street, often lined with trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avenue",1,1,1,2 ], "a road, esp| in a built-up area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avenue",1,1,2 ], "a main approach road, as to a country house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avenue",1,1,3 ], "a way bordered by two rows of trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avenue",1,1,4 ], "a line of approach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aver",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to state positively; assert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aver",1,1,2 ], "to allege as a fact or prove to be true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average deviation",1,1,1 ], "another name for mean deviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,1 ], "the typical or normal amount, quality, degree, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,2 ], "the result obtained by adding the numbers or quantities in a set and dividing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,2 ], "the total by the number of members in the set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,3 ], "(of a continuously variable ratio, such as speed) the quotient of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,3 ], "differences between the initial and final values of the two quantities that make up the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,3 ], "ratio" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,3,1 ], "a loss incurred or damage suffered by a ship or its cargo at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,3,2 ], "the equitable apportionment of such loss among the interested parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,4 ], "a simple or weighted average of the prices of a selected group of securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,4 ], "computed in order to facilitate market comparisons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,1,5 ], "on average| usually; typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,2,1 ], "usual or typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,2,2 ], "mediocre or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,2,3 ], "constituting a numerical average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,2,4 ], "approximately typical of a range of values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,3,1 ], "to obtain or estimate a numerical average of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,4,1 ], "to assess the general quality of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,5,1 ], "to perform or receive a typical number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,6,1 ], "to divide up proportionately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,7,1 ], "to amount to or be on average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,8,1 ], "down) or risen (average up) in anticipation of a speculative profit after further" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,8,1 ], "increases in price" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "average",1,8,1 ], "to purchase additional securities in a holding whose price has fallen (average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "averse" ,1, 1, 1],"opposed, disinclined, or loath",1). c_DEF([ "averse" ,1, 1, 1],"s the preposition now normally used with averse",1). c_DEF([ "averse" ,1, 1, 2],"(of leaves, flowers, etc|) turned away from the main stem",1). c_DEF([ "aversion therapy",1,1,1 ], "a method of suppressing an undesirable habit, such as excessive smoking, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aversion therapy",1,1,1 ], "causing the subject to associate an unpleasant effect, such as an electric shock or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aversion therapy",1,1,1 ], "nausea, with the habit, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "aversion",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to or for) extreme dislike or disinclination; repugnance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aversion",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that arouses this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aversive",1,1,1 ], "tending to dissuade or repel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avert",1,1,1 ], "to turn away or aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avert",1,1,2 ], "to ward off; prevent from occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avg|",1,1,1 ], "average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviary",1,1,1 ], "a large enclosure in which birds are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviate",1,1,1 ], "to pilot or fly in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviation medicine",1,1,1 ], "earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aviation medicine",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the effects on man of flight in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviation",1,1,1,1 ], "the art or science of flying aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviation",1,1,1,2 ], "the design, production, and maintenance of aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviation",1,1,2 ], "military aircraft collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviator",1,1,1 ], "the pilot of an aeroplane or airship; flier|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aviculture",1,1,1 ], "the keeping and rearing of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avid",1,1,1 ], "very keen; enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avid",1,2,1 ], "eager (for); desirous (of); greedy (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avidin",1,1,1 ], "a protein, found in egg-white, that combines with biotin to form a stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avidin",1,1,1 ], "compound that cannot be absorbed, leading to a biotin deficiency in the consumer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avifauna",1,1,1 ], "all the birds in a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avionics",1,1,1 ], "astronautics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avionics",1,1,1 ], "the science and technology of electronics applied to aeronautics and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avirulent",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of bacteria) not virulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avitaminosis",1,1,1 ], "any disease caused by a vitamin deficiency in the diet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avizandum",1,1,1 ], "a private consideration by a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avn|",1,1,1 ], "aviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avocado",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American lauraceous tree, Persea americana, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avocado",1,1,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avocado",1,1,2 ], "a large stony seed, and a greenish-yellow edible pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avocado",1,1,2 ], "the pear-shaped fruit of this tree, having a leathery green or blackish skin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avocation",1,1,1 ], "a minor occupation undertaken as a diversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avocation",1,1,2 ], "a person's regular job or vocation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avocet",1,1,1 ], "European R| avosetta, having black-and-white plumage and a long slender upward-curving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avocet",1,1,1 ], "any of several long-legged shore birds of the genus Recurvirostra, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avocet",1,1,1 ], "bill: family Recurvirostridae, order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "avoid",1,1,1 ], "to keep out of the way of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoid",1,1,2 ], "to refrain from doing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoid",1,1,3 ], "to not allow to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoid",1,1,4 ], "to make (a plea, contract, etc|) void; invalidate; quash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoid",1,1,5 ], "to expel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoid",1,1,6 ], "to depart from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoidance",1,1,1 ], "the act of keeping away from or preventing from happening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoidance",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of annulling or making void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoidance",1,1,1,2 ], "the countering of an opponent's plea with fresh evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoidance",1,1,2 ], "the state of a benefice having no incumbent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoirdupois",1,1,1 ], "(Brit|) is equal to 1 hundredweight and 20 hundredweights equals 1 ton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "avoirdupois",1,1,1 ], "a system of weights used in many English-speaking countries| It is based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avoirdupois",1,1,1 ], "the pound, which contains 16 ounces or 7000 grains| 100 pounds (U|S|) or 112 pounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avoir|",1,1,1 ], "avoirdupois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avouch",1,1,1 ], "to vouch for; guarantee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avouch",1,1,2 ], "to acknowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avouch",1,1,3 ], "to assert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avow",1,1,1 ], "to state or affirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avow",1,1,2 ], "to admit openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avow",1,1,3 ], "to justify or maintain (some action taken)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avulsion",1,1,1 ], "a forcible tearing away or separation of a bodily structure or part, either as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avulsion",1,1,1 ], "the result of injury or as an intentional surgical procedure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avulsion",1,1,2 ], "flooding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avulsion",1,1,2 ], "the sudden removal of soil from one person's land to that of another, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avuncular",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with an uncle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avuncular",1,1,2 ], "resembling an uncle; friendly, helpful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avunculate",1,1,1 ], "the custom in some societies of assigning rights and duties to a maternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "avunculate",1,1,1 ], "uncle concerning his sister's son" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "avunculate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or governed by this custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "av|",1,1,1 ], "average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "av|",1,1,2 ], "avoirdupois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aw",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of a' (all)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aw",2,1,1 ], "an expression of disapproval, commiseration, or appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "await",1,1,1 ], "to wait for; expect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "await",1,2,1 ], "to be in store for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "await",1,3,1 ], "to wait, esp| with expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "await",1,4,1 ], "to wait for in order to ambush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awake" ,1, 1, 1],"awaked",1). c_DEF([ "awake" ,1, 1, 2],"to emerge or rouse from sleep; wake",1). c_DEF([ "awake" ,1, 1, 3],"to become or cause to become alert",1). c_DEF([ "awake" ,1, 1, 4],"(usually foll| by to) to become or make aware (of)",1). c_DEF([ "awake" ,1, 1, 5],"Also: awaken",1). c_DEF([ "awake" ,1, 2, 1],"to arouse (feelings, etc|) or cause to remember (memories, etc|)| ~adj",1). c_DEF([ "awake" ,1, 3, 1],"not sleeping",1). c_DEF([ "award wage",1,1,1 ], "(in Australia) statutory minimum pay| Sometimes shortened to award" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "award",1,1,1 ], "to give (something due), esp| as a reward for merit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "award",1,1,2 ], "to declare to be entitled, as by decision of a court of law or an arbitrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "award",1,2,1 ], "something awarded, such as a prize or medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "award",1,2,1,1 ], "the decision of an arbitrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "award",1,2,1,2 ], "a grant made by a court of law, esp| of damages in a civil action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aware",1,1,1 ], "having knowledge; cognizant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aware",1,1,2 ], "informed of current developments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awash",1,2,1 ], "at a level even with the surface of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awash",1,2,2 ], "washed over by the waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,1 ], "from a particular place; off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,2 ], "in or to another, usual, or proper place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,3 ], "apart; at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,4 ], "out of existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,5 ], "indicating motion, displacement, transfer, etc|, from a normal or proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,5 ], "place, from a person's own possession, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,6 ], "indicating activity that is wasteful or designed to get rid of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,7 ], "continuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,8 ], "away with| a command for a person to go or be removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,1,9 ], "far and away| by far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,2,1 ], "not present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,2,2 ], "distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,2,3 ], "having started; released" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,2,4 ], "played on an opponent's ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,2,5 ], "(of a ball or player) farthest from the hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,2,6 ], "(of a player) having been put out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,2,7 ], "relating to the outward portion or first half of a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,3,1 ], "a game played or won at an opponent's ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "away",1,4,1 ], "an expression of dismissal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awe",1,1,1 ], "overwhelming wonder, admiration, respect, or dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awe",1,1,2 ], "power to inspire fear or reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awe",1,2,1 ], "to inspire with reverence or dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awe-inspiring",1,1,1 ], "causing or worthy of admiration or respect; amazing or magnificent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awe-stricken",1,1,1 ], "overcome or filled with awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aweather",1,2,1 ], "towards the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aweigh",1,1,1 ], "(of an anchor) no longer hooked into the bottom hanging by its rode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awesome",1,1,1 ], "inspiring or displaying awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awful" ,1, 1, 1],"nasty or ugly",1). c_DEF([ "awful" ,1, 1, 2],"inspiring reverence or dread",1). c_DEF([ "awful" ,1, 1, 3],"overcome with awe; reverential",1). c_DEF([ "awful" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "awful" ,1, 2, 2],"n",1). c_DEF([ "awfully",1,1,1 ], "in an unpleasant, bad, or reprehensible manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awfully",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awfully",1,1,3 ], "so as to express or inspire awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awheel",1,1,1 ], "on wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awhile",1,1,1 ], "for a brief period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,1 ], "lacking dexterity, proficiency, or skill; clumsy; inept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,2 ], "ungainly or inelegant in movements or posture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,3 ], "unwieldy; difficult to use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,4 ], "embarrassing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,5 ], "embarrassed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,6 ], "difficult to deal with; requiring tact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,7 ], "dangerous or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awkward",1,1,8 ], "perverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awl",1,1,1 ], "a pointed hand tool with a fluted blade used for piercing wood, leather, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awlwort",1,1,1 ], "Cruciferae (crucifers)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "awlwort",1,1,1 ], "a small stemless aquatic plant, Subularia aquatica, of the N hemisphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awlwort",1,1,1 ], "having slender sharp-pointed leaves and minute submerged white flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "awn",1,1,1 ], "any of the bristles growing from the flowering parts of certain grasses and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awn",1,1,1 ], "cereals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "awning",1,1,1 ], "a roof of canvas or other material supported by a frame to provide protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awning",1,1,1 ], "from the weather, esp| one placed over a doorway or part of a deck of a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "awoke",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or (now rare or dialectal) past participle of awake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awry",1,2,1 ], "with a slant or twist to one side; askew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "awry",1,2,2 ], "away from the appropriate or right course; amiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool with one side of its head forged and sharpened to a cutting edge," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,1 ], "used for felling trees, splitting timber, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,2 ], "an axe to grind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,2,1 ], "an ulterior motive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,2,2 ], "a grievance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,2,3 ], "a pet subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,3 ], "the axe| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,3,1 ], "dismissal, esp| from employment; the sack (esp| in the phrase get the axe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,3,2 ], "Brit| severe cutting down of expenditure, esp| the removal of unprofitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,3,2 ], "sections of a public service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,1,4 ], "any musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,2,1 ], "to chop or trim with an axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,2,2 ], "project, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axe",1,2,2 ], "to dismiss (employees), restrict (expenditure or services), or terminate (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axe-breaker",1,1,1 ], "an Australian oleaceous tree, Notelaea longifolia, yielding very hard timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axel",1,1,1 ], "a jump in which the skater takes off from the forward outside edge of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axel",1,1,1 ], "of the other skate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "axel",1,1,1 ], "skate, makes one and a half turns in the air, and lands on the backward outside edge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axenic",1,1,1 ], "(of a biological culture or culture medium) free from undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axenic",1,1,1 ], "microorganisms uncontaminated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axes",1,1,1 ], "the plural of axis'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axes",2,1,1 ], "the plural of axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axial flow compressor",1,1,1 ], "a device for compressing a gas by accelerating it tangentially by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axial flow compressor",1,1,1 ], "bladed rotors, to increase its kinetic energy, and then diffusing it through static" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axial flow compressor",1,1,1 ], "vanes (stators), to increase its pressure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "axial skeleton",1,1,1 ], "the bones that together comprise the skull and the vertebral column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axial",1,1,1 ], "relating to, forming, or characteristic of an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axial",1,1,2 ], "situated in, on, or along an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axil",1,1,1 ], "from which it grows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axil",1,1,1 ], "the angle between the upper surface of a branch or leaf stalk and the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axile",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or attached to the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axilla",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for the armpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axilla",1,1,2 ], "the area on the undersurface of a bird's wing corresponding to the armpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axillary" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or near the armpit",1). c_DEF([ "axillary" ,1, 1, 2],"growing in or related to the axil",1). c_DEF([ "axillary" ,1, 2, 1],"laries",1). c_DEF([ "axillary" ,1, 2, 2],"Also called: axillar | one of the feathers growing from the axilla of a",1). c_DEF([ "axillary" ,1, 2, 2],"bird's wing",2). c_DEF([ "axiology",1,1,1 ], "the theory of values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axiology",1,1,2 ], "the study of moral or aesthetic value judgments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axiom",1,1,1 ], "a generally accepted proposition or principle, sanctioned by experience;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axiom",1,1,1 ], "maxim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axiom",1,1,2 ], "a universally established principle or law that is not a necessary truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axiom",1,1,3 ], "a self-consistent self-evident statement that is a universally accepted truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axiom",1,1,3 ], "resting on intuition rather than experience and forming the basis of reasoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axiomatic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or resembling an axiom; self-evident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axiomatic",1,1,2 ], "containing maxims; aphoristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,1 ], "a real or imaginary line about which a body, such as an aircraft, can rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,1 ], "or about which an object, form, composition, or geometrical construction is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,1 ], "symmetrical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,2 ], "one of two or three reference lines used in coordinate geometry to locate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,2 ], "point in a plane or in space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,3 ], "the second cervical vertebra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,4 ], "from which secondary branches and other parts develop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,4 ], "the main central part of a plant, typically consisting of the stem and root," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,5 ], "an alliance between a number of states to coordinate their foreign policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,6 ], "the centre of a lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,6 ], "the line of symmetry of an optical system, such as the line passing through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,7 ], "an imaginary line along the crest of an anticline or the trough of a syncline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,8 ], "characterize its symmetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axis",1,1,8 ], "one of three lines passing through the centre of a crystal and used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",2,1,1 ], "any of several S Asian deer of the genus Axis, esp| A| axis|They typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axis",2,1,1 ], "have a reddish-brown white-spotted coat and slender antlers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axle",1,1,1 ], "a bar or shaft on which a wheel, pair of wheels, or other rotating member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axle",1,1,1 ], "revolves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axletree",1,1,1 ], "a bar fixed across the underpart of a wagon or carriage that has rounded ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axletree",1,1,1 ], "on which the wheels revolve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axolotl",1,1,1 ], "A| mexicanum , in which the larval form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axolotl",1,1,1 ], "any of several aquatic salamanders of the North American genus Ambystoma, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axolotl",1,1,2 ], "(including external gills) is retained throughout life under natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axolotl",1,1,2 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axolotl",1,1,3 ], "(see neoteny): family Ambystomidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axolotl",1,1,4 ], "any of various other North American salamanders in which neoteny occurs or is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axolotl",1,1,4 ], "induced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axon",1,1,1 ], "from the cell body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "axon",1,1,1 ], "the long threadlike extension of a nerve cell that conducts nerve impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "axseed",1,1,1 ], "another name for crown vetch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ax|",1,1,1 ], "axiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ay",1,1,1 ], "an expression of misery or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ay",2,1,1 ], "ever; always|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ayah",1,1,1 ], "(in the East, Africa, and other parts of the former British Empire) a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ayah",1,1,1 ], "maidservant, nursemaid, or governess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ayahuasca",1,1,1 ], "a Brazilian plant, Banisteriopsis caapi, that has winged fruits and yields a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ayahuasca",1,1,1 ], "central nervous system: family Malpighiaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ayahuasca",1,1,1 ], "powerful hallucinogenic alkaloid sometimes used to treat certain disorders of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aye",1,1,1 ], "yes: archaic or dialectal except in voting by voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aye",1,1,2 ], "aye aye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aye",1,1,2,1 ], "an expression of compliance, esp| used by seamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aye",1,1,2,2 ], "Brit| an expression of amused surprise, esp| at encountering something that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aye",1,1,2,2 ], "confirms one's suspicions, expectations, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aye",1,2,1,1 ], "a person who votes in the affirmative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aye",1,2,1,2 ], "an affirmative vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aye-aye",1,1,1 ], "a rare nocturnal arboreal prosimian primate of Madagascar, Daubentonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aye-aye",1,1,1 ], "madagascariensis, related to the lemurs: family Daubentoniidae|It has long bony fingers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "aye-aye",1,1,1 ], "rodent-like incisor teeth adapted for feeding on insect larvae and bamboo pith" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ayin",1,1,1 ], "that is now silent and transliterated by a centred period (@|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ayin",1,1,1 ], "the 16th letter in the Hebrew alphabet (), originally a pharyngeal fricative," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aza-",1,1,1 ], "denoting the presence of nitrogen, esp| a nitrogen atom in place of a -CH" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "aza-",1,1,1 ], "group or an -NH group in place of a -CH2 group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azalea",1,1,1 ], "any ericaceous plant of the group Azalea, formerly a separate genus but now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azalea",1,1,1 ], "included in the genus Rhododendron: cultivated for their showy pink or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azan",1,1,1 ], "the call to prayer five times a day, usually by a muezzin from a minaret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azathioprine",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic drug that suppresses the normal immune responses of the body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azathioprine",1,1,1 ], "is administered orally during and after organ transplantation and also in certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azathioprine",1,1,1 ], "types of anaemia and rheumatoid arthritis| Formula: C9H7N7O2S" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "azedarach",1,1,1 ], "cathartic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azedarach",1,1,1 ], "the astringent bark of the chinaberry tree, formerly used as an emetic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azedarach",1,1,2 ], "another name for chinaberry ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azeotrope",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of liquids that boils at a constant temperature, at a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azeotrope",1,1,1 ], "pressure, without change of composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azide",1,1,1 ], "any compound containing the monovalent group -N3 or the monovalent ion N3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azide",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, containing, or concerned with the group -N3 or the ion N3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azimuth",1,1,1 ], "horizon in astronomy or from the north point in navigation to the intersection with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azimuth",1,1,1 ], "horizon of the vertical circle passing through a celestial body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "azimuth",1,1,1 ], "the angular distance usually measured clockwise from the south point of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azimuth",1,1,2 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azimuth",1,1,2 ], "the horizontal angle of a bearing clockwise from a standard direction, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azimuthal projection",1,1,1 ], "another term for zenithal projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azine",1,1,1 ], "any organic compound having a six-membered ring containing at least one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azine",1,1,1 ], "nitrogen atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azo dye",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of artificial dyes that contain the azo group| They are usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azo dye",1,1,1 ], "red, brown, or yellow and are obtained from aromatic amines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azo",1,1,1 ], "of, consisting of, or containing the divalent group -NN-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the presence of an azo group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azobenzene",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H5NNC6H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azobenzene",1,1,1 ], "a yellow or orange crystalline solid used mainly in the manufacture of dyes|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azobenzene",1,1,2 ], "any organic compound that is a substituted derivative of azobenzene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azoic",1,1,1 ], "the form of organic remains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azoic",1,1,1 ], "without life; characteristic of the ages that have left no evidence of life in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azole",1,1,1 ], "an organic five-membered ring compound containing one or more atoms in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azole",1,1,1 ], "ring, the number usually being specified by a prefix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azole",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for pyrrole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azonal soil",1,1,1 ], "climate and vegetation| Azonal soils include some mountain, alluvial, marine, glacial," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azonal soil",1,1,1 ], "soil that has a profile determined predominantly by factors other than local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azonal soil",1,1,1 ], "wind-blown, and volcanic soils" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "azote",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for nitrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azotemia",1,1,1 ], "uraemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azoth",1,1,1 ], "metals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azoth",1,1,1 ], "the alchemical name for mercury, regarded as the first principle of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azoth",1,1,2 ], "the panacea postulated by Paracelsus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azotic",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or concerned with nitrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azotize",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for nitrogenize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azotobacter",1,1,1 ], "any bacterium of the family Azotobacteriaceae, important in nitrogen fixation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azotobacter",1,1,1 ], "in the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azure",1,1,1 ], "a deep blue, occasionally somewhat purple, similar to the colour of a clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azure",1,1,1 ], "blue sky" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azure",1,1,2 ], "a clear blue sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azure",1,2,1 ], "of the colour azure; serene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azure",1,2,2 ], "of the colour blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azurite",1,1,1 ], "Cu3(OH)2(CO\3)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "azurite",1,1,1 ], "a deep-blue secondary mineral consisting of hydrated basic copper carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "azurite",1,1,1 ], "monoclinic crystalline form| It is used as an ore of copper and as a gemstone| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "azygous",1,1,1 ], "developing or occurring singly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "az|",1,1,1 ], "azimuth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|",1,1,1 ], "acre(s) or acreage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|",1,1,2 ], "alto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|",1,1,3 ], "amateur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|",1,1,4 ], "answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|",1,1,5 ], "are(s)(metric measure of land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|c|",1,1,1 ], "(in prescriptions) ante cibum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|f|",1,1,1 ], "audio frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|h|",1,1,1 ], "ampere-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|o|b|",1,1,1 ], "any other business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|p|",1,1,1 ], "additional premium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|p|",1,1,2 ], "(in prescriptions, etc|) ante prandium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|r|",1,1,1 ], "anno regni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|v|",1,1,1 ], "ad valorem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "a|w|",1,1,1 ], "all water (shipping)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 1, 1],"or Bs",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 1, 2],"the second letter and first consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a voiced bilabial stop, as",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 1, 3],"in bell",2). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 1, 4],"B",2). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 1, 4],"the second in a series, esp| the second highest grade in an examination|b| or",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 10, 1],"bowled",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 10, 2],"bye",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 10],"(not cap|) Cricket",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 11],"breadth",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 12],"(cap|) Britis",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 1],"bass or",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 2],"asso",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 3],"(on maps, etc|) bay",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 4],"balboa",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 5],"belga",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 6],"(cap|) Bible",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 7],"bolivar",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 8],"book",1). c_DEF([ "b" ,1, 2, 9],"born",1). c_DEF([ "b",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that one particularly dislikes or dreads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b",1,1,1 ], "another name for trepang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baa",1,1,1 ], "to make the cry of a sheep; bleat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baa",1,2,1 ], "the cry made by sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baas",1,1,1 ], "European managers or overseers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baas",1,1,1 ], "a South African word for boss: used by Africans and Coloureds in addressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baaskap",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) control by Whites of non-Whites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baba",1,1,1 ], "a small cake of leavened dough, sometimes mixed with currants and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baba",1,1,1 ], "soaked in rum (rum baba)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "babassu",1,1,1 ], "a Brazilian palm tree, Orbignya martiana (or O| speciosa), having hard edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babassu",1,1,1 ], "nuts that yield an oil used in making soap, margarine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "babbitt",1,1,1 ], "alloy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "babbitt",1,1,1 ], "to line (a bearing) or face (a surface) with Babbitt metal or a similar soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babble",1,1,1 ], "to utter (words, sounds, etc|) in an incoherent or indistinct jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babble",1,2,1 ], "to talk foolishly, incessantly, or irrelevantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babble",1,3,1 ], "to disclose (secrets, confidences, etc|) carelessly or impulsively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babble",1,4,1 ], "(of streams, birds, etc|) to make a low murmuring or bubbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babble",1,5,1 ], "to snivel; blubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babble",1,6,1 ], "incoherent or foolish speech; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babble",1,6,2 ], "a murmuring or bubbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babbler",1,1,1 ], "a person who babbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babbler",1,1,2 ], "any of various insect-eating birds of the Old World tropics and subtropics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babbler",1,1,2 ], "that have a loud incessant song: family Muscicapidae (warblers, thrushes, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "babbler",2,1,1 ], "a cook or chef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babe",1,1,1 ], "a baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babe",1,1,2 ], "a naive, gullible, or unsuspecting person (often in the phrase a babe in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babe",1,1,2 ], "arms)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "babe",1,1,3 ], "a girl or young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babiche",1,1,1 ], "thongs or lacings of rawhide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babies'-breath",1,1,1 ], "a variant of baby's-breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babirusa",1,1,1 ], "a wild pig, Babyrousa babyrussa, inhabiting marshy forests in Indonesia| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babirusa",1,1,1 ], "has an almost hairless wrinkled skin and enormous curved canine teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baboon",1,1,1 ], "(or Chaeropithecus) and related genera, inhabiting open rocky ground or wooded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baboon",1,1,1 ], "any of several medium-sized omnivorous Old World monkeys of the genus Papio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baboon",1,1,1 ], "regions of Africa| They have an elongated muzzle, large teeth, and a fairly long tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "babu",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a title or form of address more or less equivalent to Mr|, placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babu",1,1,1 ], "before a person's full name or after his first name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "babul",1,1,1 ], "Africa and India, which bear small yellow flowers and are a source of gum arabic," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "babul",1,1,1 ], "any of several mimosaceous trees of the genus Acacia, esp| A| arabica of N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "babul",1,1,1 ], "tannin, and hardwood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "babushka",1,1,1 ], "a headscarf tied under the chin, worn by Russian peasant women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby bonus",1,1,1 ], "family allowance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby buggy",1,1,1 ], "a kind of child's light pushchair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby buggy",1,1,2 ], "a pram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby carriage",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for pram ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby snatcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who steals a baby from its pram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby snatcher",1,1,2 ], "someone who marries or has an affair with a much younger person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby talk",1,1,1 ], "the speech of very young children learning to talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby talk",1,1,2 ], "an adult's imitation of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby tooth",1,1,1 ], "another term for milk tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a newborn or recently born child; infant",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a newborn or recently born animal",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 2],"the youngest or smallest of a family or group",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 3],"an immature person",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 4],"a young woman or sweetheart: often used as a term of address expressing",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 4],"affection",2). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 5],"a project of personal concern",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 6],"be left holding the baby| to be left with the responsibility",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 7],"indiscriminate rejection",2). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 1, 7],"throw the baby out with the bath water| to lose the essential element by",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 2, 1],"comparatively small of its type",1). c_DEF([ "baby" ,1, 3, 1],"(tr|) to treat with love and attention",1). c_DEF([ "baby's-breath",1,1,1 ], "a tall Eurasian caryophyllaceous plant, Gypsophila paniculata, bearing small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby's-breath",1,1,1 ], "white or pink fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baby's-breath",1,1,2 ], "any of several other plants, such as the grape hyacinth and certain bedstraws," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby's-breath",1,1,2 ], "that have small scented flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baby-face",1,1,1 ], "a smooth round face like a baby's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby-face",1,1,2 ], "a person with such a face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby-sit",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to act or work as a baby-sitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baby-sitter",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes care of a child or children while the parents are out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baccalaureate",1,1,1 ], "the university degree of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baccalaureate",1,1,2 ], "a farewell sermon delivered at the commencement ceremonies in many colleges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baccalaureate",1,1,2 ], "and universities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baccarat",1,1,1 ], "a card game in which two or more punters gamble against the banker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baccate",1,1,1 ], "like a berry in form, texture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baccate",1,1,2 ], "bearing berries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacchanal",1,1,1 ], "a follower of Bacchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacchanal",1,1,2 ], "a drunken and riotous celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacchanal",1,1,3 ], "a participant in such a celebration; reveller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacchanal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to Bacchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacchanalia",1,1,1 ], "orgiastic rites associated with Bacchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacchanalia",1,1,2 ], "any drunken revelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacchant" ,1, 1, 1],"a priest, priestess, or votary of Bacchus",1). c_DEF([ "bacchant" ,1, 1, 2],"a drunken reveller",1). c_DEF([ "bacchius",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot of one short syllable followed by two long ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacciferous",1,1,1 ], "bearing berries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacciform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a berry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baccivorous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on berries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baccy",1,1,1 ], "a Brit| informal name for tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bach",1,2,1 ], "Z| a second or holiday house, esp| at the seaside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bach",1,3,1 ], "also batch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bach",1,3,2 ], "to live as a bachelor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor girl",1,1,1 ], "a young unmarried woman, esp| one who is self-supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who holds the degree of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor",1,1,1,1 ], "an unmarried man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor",1,1,1,2 ], "the degree itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor",1,1,2 ], "(in the Middle Ages) a young knight serving a great noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor",1,1,3 ], "bachelor seal| a young male seal, esp| a fur seal, that has not yet mated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor's-buttons",1,1,1 ], "a double-flowered buttercup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bachelor's-buttons",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the daisy family with button-like flower heads, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacillary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by bacilli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacillary",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a short rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacillus",1,1,1 ], "any rod-shaped bacterium, such as a clostridium bacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacillus",1,1,2 ], "Bacillaceae, esp| of the genus Bacillus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bacillus",1,1,2 ], "any of various rodlike spore-producing bacteria constituting the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacitracin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic used mainly in treating bacterial skin infections: obtained from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacitracin",1,1,1 ], "the bacterium Bacillus subtilis| ah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back boiler",1,1,1 ], "a tank or series of pipes at the back of a fireplace for heating water| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back boiler",1,1,1 ], "name: water back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back country",1,1,1 ], "sparsely populated areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back door",1,1,1 ], "a door at the rear or side of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back door",1,1,2 ], "a means of entry to a job, position, etc|, that is secret, underhand, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back door",1,1,2 ], "obtained through influence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back down" ,1, 1, 1],"to withdraw an earlier claim",1). c_DEF([ "back down" ,1, 2, 1],"oars",2). c_DEF([ "back down" ,1, 2, 1],"to cause (a boat) to move backwards by pushing rather than pulling on the",1). c_DEF([ "back down" ,1, 3, 1],"abandonment of an earlier claim",1). c_DEF([ "back end",1,1,1 ], "autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back formation",1,1,1 ], "editor and sculptor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "back formation",1,1,1 ], "is derived from it| The verbs edit and sculpt in English were so created from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back formation",1,1,1 ], "the unwitting invention of a new word on the assumption that a familiar word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back formation",1,1,2 ], "a word formed by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back four",1,1,1 ], "and two centre backs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back four",1,1,1 ], "the defensive players in many modern team formations: usually two fullbacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back green",1,1,1 ], "a yard at the back of a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back list",1,1,1 ], "a publisher's previously published books that are still available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back marker",1,1,1 ], "a competitor who is at the back of a field in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back matter",1,1,1 ], "text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back matter",1,1,1 ], "the parts of a book, such as the index and appendixes, that follow the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back number",1,1,1 ], "an issue of a newspaper, magazine, etc|, that appeared on a previous date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back number",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing considered to be old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back o' Bourke",1,1,1 ], "in a remote or backward place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back out",1,1,1 ], "to withdraw (from an agreement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back pack",1,1,1 ], "a rucksack or knapsack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back pack",1,1,2 ], "a pack carried on the back of an astronaut, containing oxygen cylinders," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back pack",1,1,2 ], "essential supplies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back passage",1,1,1 ], "the rectum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back projection",1,1,1 ], "a method of projecting pictures onto a translucent screen so that they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back projection",1,1,1 ], "actors in the foreground are moving" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "back projection",1,1,1 ], "viewed from the opposite side, used esp| in films to create the illusion that the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back rest",1,1,1 ], "a support for the back of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back room",1,1,1,1 ], "a place where research is done, esp| secret research in wartime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back room",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back saw",1,1,1 ], "a small handsaw stiffened along its upper edge by a metal section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back scatter",1,1,1 ], "from the surface through which it entered" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "back scatter",1,1,1 ], "of the medium through which it passes, a proportion of this radiation emerging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back scatter",1,1,1 ], "the scattering of radiation, such as x-rays or alpha-particles, by the atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back scatter",1,1,2 ], "the radiation so scattered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back seat",1,1,1 ], "a seat at the back, esp| of a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back seat",1,1,2 ], "a subordinate or inconspicuous position (esp| in the phrase take a back seat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back slang",1,1,1 ], "a type of slang in which words are spelled and, as far as possible, pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back slang",1,1,1 ], "backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back stop",1,1,1 ], "a screen or fence to prevent balls leaving the playing area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back stop",1,1,2 ], "a block or catch to prevent excessive backward movement, such as one on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back stop",1,1,2 ], "sliding seat of a rowing boat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back straight",1,1,1 ], "a straight part of a circuit, esp| of an athletics track, furthest from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back straight",1,1,1 ], "finishing point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back stretch",1,1,1 ], "a horse-racing term for back straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 1, 1],"to support or assist",1). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 2, 1],"(of a nonstriking batsman) to move down the wicket in readiness for a run as a",1). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 2, 1],"ball is bowled",2). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 2, 2],"(of water) to accumulate",1). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 2, 3],"to print the second side of (a sheet)",1). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 2, 4],"security copy",2). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 2, 4],"to make a copy of (a data file), esp| for storage in another place as a",1). c_DEF([ "back up" ,1, 3, 1],"to repeat an action immediately",1). c_DEF([ "back yard",1,1,1 ], "a yard at the back of a house, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back yard",1,1,2 ], "in one's own back yard| close at hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 10],"the upper surface of a joist, rafter, slate, tile, etc|, when in position",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 11],"at one's back| behind, esp| in support or pursuit",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 12],"at the back of one's mind| not in one's conscious thoughts",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 13],"behind one's back| without one's knowledge; secretly or deceitfully",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 14],"break one's back or",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 15],"aboo) balls",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 16],"to overwork or work very hard",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 17],"break the back of",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 18],"to complete the greatest or hardest part of (a task)",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 19],"(flat) on one's back",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 1],"the posterior part of the human body, extending from the neck to the pelvis",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 20],"incapacitated, esp| through illness",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 21],"get off someone's back| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 22],"to stop criticizing or pestering someone",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 23],"have on one's back",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 24],"to be burdened with",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 25],"put one's back into",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 26],"to devote all one's strength to (a task)",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 27],"put someone's back up",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 28],"to annoy someone",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 29],"see the back of",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 2],"the corresponding or upper part of an animal",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 30],"to be rid of",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 31, 1],"the",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 31],"back of beyond",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 32],"a very remote place|b| Austral",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 33],"in such a place (esp| in the phrase out back of beyond)",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 34, 1],"to turn away from in anger or contempt",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 34, 2],"to refuse to help; abandon",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 34],"turn one's back on",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 35],"with one's back to the wall",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 36],"in a difficult or desperate situation| ~vb",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 37],"(also intr|) to move or cause to move backwards",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 38],"to provide support, money, or encouragement for (a person, enterprise, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 39],"to bet on the success of",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 3],"the spinal column",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 40],"to provide with a back, backing, or lining",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 41],"to provide with a music accompaniment",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 42],"to provide a background for; be at the back of",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 43],"to countersign or endorse",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 44],"to mount the back of",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 45],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 46],"foll| by on or onto) to have the back facing (towards)",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 47],"(intr|) (of the wind) to change direction in an anticlockwise direction",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 48],"to position (a sail) so that the wind presses on its opposite side",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 49, 1],"Nautical",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 49],"back and fill",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 4],"the part or side of an object opposite the front",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 50, 2],"to vacillate in one's opinion",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 50],"navigate in a narrow place",2). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 50],"to manoeuvre the sails by alternately filling and emptying them of wind to",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 5],"the part or side of anything less often seen or used",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 6],"spectator",2). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 6],"the part or side of anything that is furthest from the front or from a",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 7],"the convex part of something",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"a mainly defensive player behind a forward",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"the position of such a player",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 8],"something that supports, covers, or strengthens the rear of an object",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"the side of a passage or layer nearest the surface",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"the earth between that level and the next",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 1, 9],"the part of a book to which the pages are glued or that joins the covers",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 2, 1],"situated behind",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 2, 2],"of the past",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 2, 3],"owing from an earlier date",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 2, 4],"remote",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 2, 5],"moving in a backward direction",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 2, 6],"of, relating to, or denoting a vowel articulated with the tongue retracted",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 2, 6],"towards the soft palate, as for the vowels in English hard, fall, hot, full, fool",2). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 1],"at, to, or towards the rear; away from something considered to be the front;",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 1],"backwards; behind",2). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 2],"in, to, or towards the original starting point, place, or condition",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 3],"in or into the past",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 4],"in reply, repayment, or retaliation",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 5],"in check",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 6],"in concealment; in reserve",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 7],"back and forth",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 8],"to and fro",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 9, 1],"in reverse",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 9, 2],"in disorder|~",1). c_DEF([ "back" ,1, 3, 9],"back to front",1). c_DEF([ "back",2,1,1 ], "a large tub or vat, esp| one used by brewers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-pedal",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to turn the pedals of a bicycle backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-pedal",1,1,2 ], "to retract or modify a previous opinion, principle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-pedal",1,1,3 ], "to take backward steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-seat driver",1,1,1 ], "a passenger in a car who offers unwanted advice to the driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-seat driver",1,1,2 ], "a person who offers advice on or tries to direct matters that are not his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-seat driver",1,1,2 ], "concern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back-slapping",1,1,1 ], "energetically jovial; hearty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-to-back",1,1,1 ], "facing in opposite directions, often with the backs touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-to-back",1,1,2 ], "(of urban houses) built so that their backs are adjacent or separated only by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-to-back",1,1,2 ], "a narrow alley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "back-to-back",1,1,3 ], "consecutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-to-back",1,2,1 ], "a house or terrace built in back-to-back style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "back-up light",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for reversing light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backache",1,1,1 ], "an ache or pain in one's back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbencher",1,1,1 ], "a member of Parliament who does not hold office in the government or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbencher",1,1,1 ], "opposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backbend",1,1,1 ], "a gymnastic exercise in which the trunk is bent backwards until the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbend",1,1,1 ], "touch the floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backbite",1,1,1 ], "to talk spitefully about (an absent person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backblocks",1,1,1 ], "sparsely populated areas in the remote interior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backboard",1,1,1 ], "a board that is placed behind something to form or support its back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backboard",1,1,2 ], "a board worn to straighten or support the back, as after surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backboard",1,1,3 ], "(in basketball) a flat upright surface supported on a high frame, under which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backboard",1,1,3 ], "the basket is attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backbone",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for spinal column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbone",1,1,2 ], "appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backbone",1,1,2 ], "something that resembles the spinal column in function, position, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbone",1,1,3 ], "strength of character; courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbone",1,1,4 ], "the main or central mountain range of a country or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbone",1,1,5 ], "a less common name for spine ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbone",1,1,6 ], "the main longitudinal members of a vessel, giving structural strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbreaker",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler uses his knee or shoulder as a fulcrum to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbreaker",1,1,1 ], "bend his opponent's body backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backbreaker",1,1,2 ], "an extremely arduous task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backbreaking",1,1,1 ], "demanding great effort; exhausting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backchat",1,1,1 ], "the act of answering back, esp| impudently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backcloth",1,1,1 ], "a large painted curtain hanging at the back of a stage set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backcomb",1,1,1 ], "a hair style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backcomb",1,1,1 ], "to comb the under layers of (the hair) towards the roots to give more bulk to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backcourt",1,1,1 ], "the part of the court between the service line and the baseline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backcourt",1,1,2 ], "(in various court games) the area nearest the back boundary line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backcross",1,1,1 ], "to mate (a hybrid of the first generation) with one of its parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backcross",1,2,1 ], "the offspring so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backcross",1,2,2 ], "the act or process of backcrossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backdate",1,1,1 ], "to make effective from an earlier date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backed",1,1,1,1 ], "having a back or backing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backed",1,1,1,2 ], "high-backed; black-backed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backer",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives financial or other support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backer",1,1,2 ], "a person who bets on a competitor or contestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfill",1,1,1 ], "investigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backfill",1,1,1 ], "to refill an excavated trench, esp| (in archaeology) at the end of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfill",1,2,1 ], "the soil used to do this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,1,1 ], "(of an internal-combustion engine) to emit a loud noise as a result of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,1,1 ], "explosion in the inlet manifold or exhaust system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,1,2 ], "to fail to have the desired or expected effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,1,3 ], "fire by creating a barren area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,1,3 ], "to start a controlled fire in order to halt an advancing forest or prairie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,2,1 ], "(in an internal-combustion engine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,2,1,1 ], "an explosion of unburnt gases in the exhaust system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,2,1,2 ], "a premature explosion in a cylinder or inlet manifold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,2,2 ], "a controlled fire started to create a barren area that will halt an advancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backfire",1,2,2 ], "forest or prairie fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backgammon",1,1,1 ], "a game for two people played on a board with pieces moved according to throws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backgammon",1,1,1 ], "of the dice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backgammon",1,1,2 ], "the most complete form of win in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,1 ], "the part of a scene or view furthest from the viewer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,1,1 ], "an inconspicuous or unobtrusive position (esp| in the phrase in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,1,1 ], "background)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,1,1 ], "superimposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,1,1 ], "the plane or ground in a picture upon which all other planes or forms appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,1,2 ], "the parts of a picture that appear most distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,2 ], "a person's social class, education, training, or experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,2,1 ], "a low level of sound, lighting, etc|, whose purpose is to be an unobtrusive or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,2,1 ], "appropriate accompaniment to something else, such as a social activity, conversation, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,2,1 ], "explain something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,2,1 ], "the action of a film" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,2,1 ], "the social, historical, or technical circumstances that lead up to or help to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,3 ], "building materials, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,3 ], "low-intensity radiation from small amounts of radio isotopes in soil, air," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,3,1 ], "electronic device, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,3,1 ], "unwanted effects, such as noise, occurring in a measuring instrument," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "background",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhand",1,1,1,1 ], "a stroke made across the body with the back of the hand facing the direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhand",1,1,1,1 ], "of the stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backhand",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhand",1,1,2 ], "the side on which backhand strokes are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhand",1,1,3 ], "handwriting slanting to the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhand",1,2,1 ], "with a backhand stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhand",1,3,1 ], "to play (a shot) backhand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhanded",1,1,1 ], "(of a blow, shot, stroke, etc|) performed with the arm moving across the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhanded",1,1,2 ], "double-edged; equivocal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhanded",1,1,3 ], "(of handwriting) slanting to the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhanded",1,1,4 ], "(of a rope) twisted in the opposite way from the normal right-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhanded",1,1,4 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backhanded",1,2,1 ], "in a backhanded manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhander",1,1,1 ], "a backhanded stroke or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhander",1,1,2 ], "an indirect attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backhander",1,1,3 ], "a bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backing store",1,1,1 ], "a computer storage device, such as a disk, drum, or magnetic tape, that has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backing store",1,1,1 ], "larger capacity but longer access time than a computer memory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backing",1,1,1 ], "support given to a person, cause, or enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backing",1,1,2 ], "a body of supporters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backing",1,1,3 ], "something that forms, protects, supports, or strengthens the back of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backing",1,1,3 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backing",1,1,4 ], "a scenic cloth or flat placed behind a window, door, etc|, in a set to mask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backing",1,1,4 ], "the offstage space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backing",1,1,5 ], "musical accompaniment, esp| for a pop singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backlash",1,1,1 ], "a reaction or recoil between interacting worn or badly fitting parts in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backlash",1,1,1 ], "mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backlash",1,1,2 ], "the excessive play between such parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backlash",1,1,3 ], "a sudden and adverse reaction, esp| to a political or social development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backless",1,1,1 ], "(of a dress) low-cut at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backlog",1,1,1 ], "an accumulation of uncompleted work, unsold stock, etc|, to be dealt with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backlog",1,1,2 ], "a large log at the back of a fireplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backmost",1,1,1 ], "furthest back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backscratcher",1,1,1 ], "an implement with a long handle, used for scratching one's own back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backscratcher",1,1,2 ], "a person who provides a service, corporate or public money etc|, for another," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backscratcher",1,1,2 ], "in order to receive a similar service or reward in return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backsheesh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of baksheesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backside",1,1,1 ], "the back of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backside",1,1,2 ], "the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backsight",1,1,1 ], "the sight of a rifle nearer the stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backsight",1,1,2 ], "a reading taken looking backwards to a previously occupied station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backslide",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to lapse into bad habits or vices from a state of virtue, religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backslide",1,1,1 ], "faith, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backspace",1,1,1 ], "to move a (typewriter carriage, etc|) backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backspace",1,2,1 ], "a typewriter key that can effect such a movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backspin",1,1,1 ], "a backward spinning motion imparted to a ball to minimize its bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstage",1,1,1 ], "behind the part of the theatre in view of the audience; in the dressing rooms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstage",1,1,1 ], "wings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backstage",1,1,2 ], "towards the rear of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstage",1,2,1 ], "situated backstage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstage",1,2,2 ], "away from public view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstairs" ,1, 1, 1],"a secondary staircase in a house, esp| one originally for the use of servants",1). c_DEF([ "backstairs" ,1, 2, 1],"underhand",1). c_DEF([ "backstay",1,1,1 ], "a stay leading aft from the upper part of a mast to the deck or stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstay",1,1,2 ], "a supporting piece or arresting part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstay",1,1,3 ], "anything that supports or strengthens the back of something, such as leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstay",1,1,3 ], "covering the back seam of a shoe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backstitch",1,1,1 ], "a strong sewing stitch made by starting the next stitch at the middle or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstitch",1,1,1 ], "beginning of the preceding one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backstitch",1,2,1 ], "to sew using this stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstreet",1,1,1 ], "a street in a town remote from the main roads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstreet",1,1,2 ], "denoting illicit activities regarded as likely to take place in such a street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstroke",1,1,1,1 ], "a stroke performed on the back, using backward circular strokes of each arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstroke",1,1,1,1 ], "and flipper movements of the feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backstroke",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstroke",1,1,2 ], "a return stroke or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstroke",1,1,3 ], "a backhanded stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstroke",1,1,4 ], "the upward movement of the bell rope as the bell swings back and forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backstroke",1,2,1 ], "to swim the backstroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backswept",1,1,1 ], "slanting backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backswept",1,1,2 ], "another word for sweptback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backsword",1,1,1 ], "another name for broadsword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backsword",1,1,2 ], "a person who uses the backsword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backsword",1,1,3 ], "a fencing stick with a basket-like protective hilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backtrack",1,1,1 ], "to return by the same route by which one has come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backtrack",1,1,2 ], "to retract or reverse one's opinion, action, policy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backveld",1,1,1 ], "a remote sparsely populated rural area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backward",1,1,1 ], "directed towards the rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backward",1,1,2 ], "retarded in physical, material, or intellectual development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backward",1,1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the past; conservative or reactionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backward",1,1,2,2 ], "backward-looking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backward",1,1,3 ], "reluctant or bashful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwardation",1,1,1 ], "(on the London Stock Exchange) postponement, usually speculative, of delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwardation",1,1,1 ], "by a seller of securities until the next settlement period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backwardation",1,1,2 ], "the fee paid by the seller to the purchaser for such postponement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,2 ], "with the back foremost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,3 ], "in the reverse of usual order or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,4 ], "to or towards the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,5 ], "into a worse state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,6 ], "towards the point of origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,7 ], "bend, lean, or fall over backwards| Informal| to make a special effort, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,7 ], "in order to please" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "backwards",1,1,8 ], "know backwards| Brit| informal| to understand completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwash",1,1,1 ], "a dashing movement of water, such as that of retreating waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwash",1,1,2 ], "water washed backwards by the motion of oars or other propelling devices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwash",1,1,3 ], "the backward flow of air set up by an aircraft's engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwash",1,1,4 ], "a condition resulting from a previous event; repercussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwash",1,2,1 ], "to remove oil from (combed wool)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwater" ,1, 1, 1],"a body of stagnant water connected to a river",1). c_DEF([ "backwater" ,1, 1, 2],"water held or driven back, as by a dam, flood, or tide",1). c_DEF([ "backwater" ,1, 1, 3],"an isolated, backward, or intellectually stagnant place or condition",1). c_DEF([ "backwater" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to reverse the direction of a boat, esp| to push the oars of a rowing",1). c_DEF([ "backwater" ,1, 2, 1],"boat",2). c_DEF([ "backwoods",1,1,1 ], "partially cleared, sparsely populated forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwoods",1,1,2 ], "any remote sparsely populated place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwoods",1,1,3 ], "of, from, or like the backwoods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwoods",1,1,4 ], "uncouth; rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwoodsman",1,1,1 ], "a person from the backwoods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwoodsman",1,1,2 ], "an uncouth or rustic person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "backwoodsman",1,1,3 ], "a peer who rarely attends the House of Lords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baclava",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of baklava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacon",1,1,1 ], "meat from the back and sides of a pig, dried, salted, and usually smoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacon",1,1,2 ], "bring home the bacon| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacon",1,1,2,1 ], "to achieve success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacon",1,1,2,2 ], "to provide material support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacon",1,1,3 ], "save one's bacon| Brit| informal| to escape from a dangerous or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacon",1,1,3 ], "situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bacon-and-eggs",1,1,1 ], "another name for bird's-foot trefoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baconer",1,1,1 ], "a pig that weighs between 83 and 101 kg, from which bacon is cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteraemia",1,1,1 ], "the presence of bacteria in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteria bed",1,1,1 ], "a layer of sand or gravel used to expose sewage effluent, in its final stages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteria bed",1,1,1 ], "to air and the action of microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bacteria",1,1,1 ], "a large group of typically unicellular microorganisms, usually classified as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteria",1,1,1 ], "plants|Most bacteria are parasites (many of which cause disease) or saprophytes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bacteria",1,1,1 ], "reproduce by fission" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bacterial plaque",1,1,1 ], "another term for dental plaque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bactericide",1,1,1 ], "a substance able to destroy bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacterin",1,1,1 ], "a vaccine prepared from bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacterio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating bacteria or an action or condition relating to bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the study of bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriolysis",1,1,1 ], "the destruction of bacteria, esp| by antibodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriol|",1,1,1 ], "bacteriological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriol|",1,1,2 ], "bacteriology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriophage",1,1,1 ], "a virus that is parasitic in a bacterium and multiplies within its host, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriophage",1,1,1 ], "is destroyed when the new viruses are released| Often shortened to phage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriostasis",1,1,1 ], "chemical agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bacteriostasis",1,1,1 ], "inhibition of the growth and reproduction of bacteria, esp| by the action of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacterium",1,1,1 ], "singular of bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteroid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a bacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bacteroid",1,2,1 ], "and animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bacteroid",1,2,1 ], "any rodlike bacterium of the genus Bacteroides, occurring in the gut of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bact|",1,1,1 ], "bacteria(l)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baculiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baculum",1,1,1 ], "a bony support in the penis of certain mammals, esp| the carnivores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad blood",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of intense hatred or hostility; enmity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad news",1,1,1 ], "someone or something regarded as undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,1 ], "not good; of poor quality; inadequate; inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,10 ], "regretful, sorry, or upset (esp| in the phrase feel bad about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,11 ], "unfavourable; distressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,12 ], "offensive; unpleasant; disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,13 ], "not valid or sound; void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,14 ], "not recoverable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,15 ], "go from bad to worse| to deteriorate even more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,16 ], "go bad| to putrefy; spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,17 ], "in a bad way| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,17,1 ], "seriously ill, through sickness or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,17,2 ], "in trouble of any kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,18 ], "in someone's bad books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,19 ], "circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,19 ], "make the best of a bad job| to manage as well as possible in unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by at) lacking skill or talent; incompetent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,20 ], "not bad or not so bad| Informal| passable; fair; fairly good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,21 ], "not half bad| Informal| very good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,22 ], "too bad| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,23 ], "(often used dismissively) regrettable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,24 ], "(chiefly U|S| Negro usage, also found in jazz contexts) good fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by for) harmful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,4 ], "immoral; evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,5 ], "naughty; mischievous; disobedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,6 ], "rotten; decayed; spoiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,7 ], "severe; intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,8 ], "incorrect; wrong; faulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,1,9 ], "ill or in pain (esp| in the phrase feel bad)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,2,1 ], "bad with the good)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,2,1 ], "unfortunate or unpleasant events collectively (often in the phrase take the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,2,2 ], "an immoral or degenerate state (often in the phrase go to the bad)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,2,3 ], "the debit side of an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,2,4 ], "in bad with| Informal| out of favour with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",1,3,1 ], "badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bad-mouth",1,1,1 ], "to speak unfavourably about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badderlocks",1,1,1 ], "a seaweed, Alaria esculenta, that has long brownish-green fronds and is eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badderlocks",1,1,1 ], "in parts of N Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baddie",1,1,1 ], "a bad character in a story, film, etc|, esp| an opponent of the hero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bade",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badge",1,1,1 ], "a distinguishing emblem or mark worn to signify membership, employment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badge",1,1,1 ], "achievement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "badge",1,1,2 ], "any revealing feature or mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badger",1,1,1 ], "any of various stocky omnivorous musteline mammals of the subfamily Melinae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badger",1,1,1 ], "such as Meles meles , occurring in Europe, Asia, and North America: order Carnivora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "badger",1,1,2 ], "(carnivores)| They are typically large burrowing animals, with strong claws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badger",1,1,2 ], "and a thick coat striped black and white on the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "badger",1,1,3 ], "honey badger| another name for ratel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badger",1,2,1 ], "to pester or harass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badinage",1,1,1 ], "playful or frivolous repartee or banter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badlands",1,1,1 ], "any deeply eroded barren area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,1 ], "worse, worst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,10 ], "badly off| poor; impoverished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,2 ], "poorly; defectively; inadequately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,3 ], "unfavourably; unsuccessfully; unfortunately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,4 ], "severely; gravely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,5 ], "incorrectly or inaccurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,6 ], "improperly; naughtily; wickedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,7 ], "without humanity; cruelly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,8 ], "very much (esp| in the phrases need badly, badly in need of, want badly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,1,9 ], "regretfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badly",1,2,1 ], "ill; poorly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badman",1,1,1 ], "a hired gunman, outlaw, or criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badminton",1,1,1 ], "a game played with rackets and a shuttlecock, which is hit back and forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "badminton",1,1,1 ], "across a high net" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "badminton",1,1,2 ], "a long refreshing drink of claret with soda water and sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bael",1,1,1 ], "a spiny Indian rutaceous tree, Aegle marmelos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bael",1,1,2 ], "the edible thick-shelled fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,1,1 ], "to perplex; bewilder; puzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,1,2 ], "to frustrate (plans, efforts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,1,3 ], "or light)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,1,3 ], "to check, restrain, or regulate (the flow of a fluid or the emission of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,1,4 ], "to provide with a baffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,1,5 ], "to cheat or trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,2,1 ], "a plate or mechanical device designed to restrain or regulate the flow of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,2,1 ], "fluid, the emission of light or sound, or the distribution of sound, esp| in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baffle",1,2,1 ], "loudspeaker or microphone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 10],"a measure of marijuana, heroin, etc|, in folded paper",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 11],"a person's particular taste, field of skill, interest, activity, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 12, 1],"with all one's belongings",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 12, 2],"entirely",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 12],"bag and baggage| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 13],"a bag of bones| a lean creature",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 14],"in the bag| Slang| almost assured of succeeding or being obtained",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 15],"the (whole),bag of tricks| Informal| every device; everything",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 1],"a flexible container with an opening at one end",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 2],"the contents of or amount contained in such a container",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 3],"any of various measures of quantity, such as a bag containing 1 hundredweight",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 3],"of coal",2). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 4],"a piece of portable luggage",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 5],"short for ,handbag",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 6],"anything that hangs loosely, sags, or is shaped like a bag, such as a loose",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 6],"fold of skin under the eyes or the bulging part of a sail",2). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 7],"any pouch or sac forming part of the body of an animal, esp| the udder of a",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 7],"cow",2). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 8],"the quantity of quarry taken in a single hunting trip or by a single hunter",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 1, 9],"an ugly or bad-tempered woman or girl (often in the phrase old bag)",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to put into a bag",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 2],"to bulge or cause to bulge; swell",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to capture or kill, as in hunting",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to catch, seize, or steal",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|) to hang loosely; sag",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 6],"(tr|) Brit| informal",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 7],"to reserve or secure the right to do or to have something",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 8],"(tr|) Austral| slang",1). c_DEF([ "bag" ,1, 2, 9],"to criticize; disparage",1). c_DEF([ "bagasse",1,1,1 ], "similar plants: used as fuel, for making fibreboard, paper, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bagasse",1,1,1 ], "the dry pulp remaining after the extraction of juice from sugar cane or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagasse",1,1,2 ], "a type of paper made from bagasse fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagatelle",1,1,1 ], "something of little value or significance; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagatelle",1,1,2 ], "a board game in which balls are struck into holes, with pins as obstacles;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagatelle",1,1,2 ], "pinball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bagatelle",1,1,3 ], "another name for bar billiards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagatelle",1,1,4 ], "a short light piece of music, esp| for piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagel",1,1,1 ], "a hard ring-shaped bread roll, characteristic of Jewish baking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggage",1,1,1,1 ], "suitcases, bags, etc|, packed for a journey; luggage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggage",1,1,1,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| baggage car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggage",1,1,2 ], "an army's portable equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggage",1,1,2,1 ], "a pert young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggage",1,1,2,2 ], "an immoral woman or prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagging",1,1,1 ], "coarse woven cloth; sacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggy",1,1,2 ], "(of clothes) hanging loosely; puffed out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baggy",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bagie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagh",1,1,1 ], "(in India and Pakistan) a garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagie",1,1,1 ], "a turnip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagman",1,1,1 ], "a travelling salesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagman",1,1,2 ], "a person who collects or distributes money for racketeers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagman",1,1,3 ], "a tramp or swagman, esp| one on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagnette",1,1,1 ], "a variant of baguette ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagnio",1,1,1 ], "a brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagnio",1,1,2 ], "an oriental prison for slaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagnio",1,1,3 ], "an Italian or Turkish bathhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagpipe",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of or relating to the bagpipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagpipes",1,1,1 ], "any of a family of musical wind instruments in which sounds are produced in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagpipes",1,1,1 ], "bellows, as in the Northumbrian bagpipes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "bagpipes",1,1,1 ], "in the Irish bagpipes or Highland bagpipes of Scotland, or by arm-operated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bagpipes",1,1,1 ], "reed pipes supplied with air from a bag inflated either by the player's mouth, as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bags",1,1,1 ], "a lot; a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bags",1,1,2 ], "short for Oxford bags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bags",1,1,3 ], "any pair of trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bags",1,2,1 ], "an indication of the desire to do, be, or have something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baguette",1,1,1 ], "a small gem cut as a long rectangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baguette",1,1,2 ], "the shape of such a gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baguette",1,1,3 ], "a small moulding having a semicircular cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baguette",1,1,4 ], "a narrow French stick loaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagwash",1,1,1 ], "a laundry that washes clothes without drying or pressing them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagwash",1,1,2 ], "the clothes so washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagwig",1,1,1 ], "an 18th-century wig with hair pushed back into a bag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagworm",1,1,1 ], "inhabits a protective case of silk covered with grass, leaves, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bagworm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of moths of the family Psychidae, which typically constructs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bagworm",1,1,2 ], "bagworm moth| any moth of the family Psychidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bah",1,1,1 ], "an expression of contempt or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bahadur",1,1,1 ], "a title formerly conferred by the British on distinguished Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baht",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Thailand, divided into 100 satangs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bahuvrihi",1,1,1 ], "a class of compound words consisting of two elements the first of which is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bahuvrihi",1,1,1 ], "specific feature of the second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bahuvrihi",1,1,2 ], "a compound word of this type, such as hunchback, bluebell, highbrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail bond",1,1,1 ], "a document in which a prisoner and one or more sureties guarantee that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail bond",1,1,1 ], "bail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bail bond",1,1,1 ], "prisoner will attend the court hearing of the charges against him if he is released on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bail up",1,1,1 ], "to confine (a cow) or (of a cow) to be confined by the head in a bail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail up",1,2,1 ], "(of a bushranger) to tie up or hold under guard in order to rob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail up",1,3,1 ], "to submit to robbery without offering resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail up",1,4,1 ], "to accost or detain, esp| in conversation; buttonhole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 1],"a sum of money by which a person is bound to take responsibility for the",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 1],"appearance in court of another person or himself, forfeited if the person fails to appear",2). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 2],"the person or persons so binding themselves; surety",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 3],"been taken",2). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 3],"the system permitting release of a person from custody where such security has",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 4],"jump bail or",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 5],"rmal) forfeit bail",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 6],"to fail to appear in court to answer to a charge",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 7],"stand or go bail",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 1, 8],"to act as surety (for someone)",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 3, 1],"(often foll| by out) to release or obtain the release of (a person) from",1). c_DEF([ "bail" ,1, 3, 1],"custody, security having been made| ~",2). c_DEF([ "bail",2,1,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to remove (water) from (a boat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail",3,1,1 ], "either of two small wooden bars placed across the tops of the stumps to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail",3,1,1 ], "the wicket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bail",3,1,1,1 ], "a partition between stalls in a stable or barn, for horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail",3,1,1,2 ], "a portable dairy house built on wheels or skids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail",3,1,2 ], "a framework in a cowshed used to secure the head of a cow during milking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail",4,1,1 ], "the semicircular handle of a kettle, bucket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail",4,1,2 ], "a semicircular support for a canopy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bail",4,1,3 ], "a movable bar on a typewriter that holds the paper against the platen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailable",1,1,1 ], "eligible for release on bail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailable",1,1,2 ], "admitting of bail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom goods are entrusted under a contract of bailment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailey",1,1,1 ], "the outermost wall or court of a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailie",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a municipal magistrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailie",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete or dialect spelling of bailiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailiff",1,1,1 ], "the agent or steward of a landlord or landowner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailiff",1,1,2 ], "a sheriff's officer who serves writs and summonses, makes arrests, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailiff",1,1,2 ], "ensures that the sentences of the court are carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bailiff",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a high official having judicial powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailiff",1,1,4 ], "an official having custody of prisoners appearing in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailiwick",1,1,1 ], "the area over which a bailiff has jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailiwick",1,1,2 ], "a person's special field of interest, authority, or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailment",1,1,1 ], "a contractual delivery of goods in trust to a person for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailment",1,1,2 ], "the act of granting bail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailor",1,1,1 ], "a person who delivers goods to another under a contract of bailment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bailsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who stands bail for another; surety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bain-marie",1,1,1 ], "a vessel for holding hot water, in which sauces and other dishes are gently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bain-marie",1,1,1 ], "cooked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bainite",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of iron and iron carbide found in incompletely hardened steels," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bainite",1,1,1 ], "martensite ranges" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bainite",1,1,1 ], "produced when austenite is transformed at temperatures between the pearlite and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bairn",1,1,1 ], "a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,1,1 ], "something edible, such as soft bread paste, worms, pieces of meat, etc|, fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,1,1 ], "to a hook or in a trap to attract fish or animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,1,2 ], "an enticement; temptation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of bate ,4 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,1,4 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,1,5 ], "food, esp| a packed lunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,1,6 ], "a short stop for refreshment during a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,2,1 ], "to put a piece of food on or in (a hook or trap)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,3,1 ], "to persecute or tease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,4,1 ], "to entice; tempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,5,1 ], "to set dogs upon (a bear, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,6,1 ], "to feed (a horse), esp| during a break in a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",1,7,1 ], "to stop for rest and refreshment during a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bait",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bate'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baize",1,1,1 ], "a woollen fabric resembling felt, usually green, used mainly for the tops of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baize",1,1,1 ], "billiard tables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baize",1,2,1 ], "to line or cover with such fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,1,1 ], "to cook by dry heat in or as if in an oven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,2,1 ], "to cook bread, pastry, etc|, in an oven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,2,2 ], "to make or become hardened by heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,3,1 ], "to be extremely hot, as in the heat of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,4,1 ], "a party at which the main dish is baked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,4,2 ], "a batch of things baked at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,4,3 ], "a kind of biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bake",1,4,4 ], "a small flat fried cake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bakeapple",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of the cloudberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baked Alaska",1,1,1 ], "a dessert consisting of cake covered with ice cream, with a meringue topping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baked beans",1,1,1 ], "haricot beans, baked and tinned in tomato sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bakehouse",1,1,1 ], "another word for bakery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baker",1,1,1 ], "a person whose business or employment is to make or sell bread, cakes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baker",1,1,2 ], "a portable oven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baker's dozen",1,1,1 ], "thirteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bakery",1,1,1 ], "a room or building equipped for baking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bakery",1,1,2 ], "a shop in which bread, cakes, etc|, are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baking powder",1,1,1 ], "(usually flour), and one or more slightly acidic compounds, such as cream of tartar:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baking powder",1,1,1 ], "any of various powdered mixtures that contain sodium bicarbonate, starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baking powder",1,1,1 ], "used in baking as a substitute for yeast" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "baklava",1,1,1 ], "a rich cake of Middle Eastern origin consisting of thin layers of pastry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baklava",1,1,1 ], "filled with nuts and honey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bakra",1,1,1 ], "a White person, esp| one from Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bakra",1,2,1 ], "(of people) White, esp| British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baksheesh" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "baksheesh" ,1, 1, 2],"money given as a tip, a present, or alms",1). c_DEF([ "baksheesh" ,1, 2, 1],"to give such money to (a person)",1). c_DEF([ "balalaika",1,1,1 ], "a plucked musical instrument, usually having a triangular body and three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balalaika",1,1,1 ], "strings: used chiefly for Russian folk music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance of nature",1,1,1 ], "community and their nonliving environment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "balance of nature",1,1,1 ], "maintained by adaptation, competition, and other interactions between members of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance of nature",1,1,1 ], "the stable state in which natural communities of animals and plants exist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance of payments",1,1,1 ], "and services and transfers from abroad of capital, interest, grants, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "balance of payments",1,1,1 ], "arising from imports of goods and services and transfers abroad of capital, interest," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance of payments",1,1,1 ], "grants, etc|, and total receipts from foreign nations, arising from exports of goods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "balance of payments",1,1,1 ], "the difference over a given time between total payments to foreign nations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance of power",1,1,1 ], "the distribution of power among countries so that no one nation can seriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance of power",1,1,1 ], "threaten the fundamental interests of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance of power",1,1,2 ], "any similar distribution of power or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance of trade",1,1,1 ], "the difference in value between total exports and total imports of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance sheet",1,1,1 ], "a statement that shows the financial position of a business enterprise at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance sheet",1,1,1 ], "specified date by listing the asset balances and the claims on such assets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel oscillating against the hairspring of a timepiece, thereby regulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance wheel",1,1,1 ], "its beat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,1 ], "a weighing device, generally consisting of a horizontal beam pivoted at its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,1 ], "centre, from the ends of which two pans are suspended| The substance to be weighed is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,1 ], "placed in one pan and known weights are placed in the other until the beam returns to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,1 ], "the horizontal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,10 ], "something that remains or is left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,10,1 ], "equality of debit and credit totals in an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,10,2 ], "a difference between such totals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,11 ], "charges, etc|, of the atoms on opposite sides are equal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,11 ], "the state of a chemical equation in which the number, kind, electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,12 ], "a balancing movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,13 ], "short for spring balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,14 ], "on balance| after weighing up all the factors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,15 ], "strike a balance| to make a compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,2 ], "an imagined device for events, actions, motives, etc|, in relation to each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,2 ], "other (esp| in the phrases weigh in the balance, hang in the balance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,3 ], "a state of equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,4 ], "something that brings about such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,5 ], "equilibrium of the body; steadiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,6 ], "emotional stability; calmness of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,7 ], "harmony in the parts of a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,8 ], "the act of weighing factors, quantities, etc|, against each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,1,9 ], "the power to influence or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,10,1 ], "(of a business account, balance sheet, etc|) to have the debit and credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,10,1 ], "totals equal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,10,2 ], "to match or counter (one's dancing partner or his or her steps) by moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,10,2 ], "towards and away from him or her" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,2,1 ], "to weigh in or as if in a balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,3,1 ], "to be or come into equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,4,1 ], "to bring into or hold in equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,5,1 ], "to assess or compare the relative weight, importance, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,6,1 ], "to act so as to equalize; be equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,7,1 ], "to compose or arrange so as to create a state of harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,8,1 ], "to bring (a chemical or mathematical equation) into balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,9,1,1 ], "the difference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,9,1,1 ], "to compute the credit and debit totals of (an account) in order to determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,9,1,2 ], "entries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,9,1,2 ], "to equalize the credit and debit totals of (an account) by making certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balance",1,9,1,3 ], "to settle or adjust (an account) by paying any money due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balancer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that balances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balancer",1,1,2 ], "another name for haltere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balas",1,1,1 ], "a red variety of spinel, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balata",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American sapotaceous tree, Manilkara bidentata, yielding a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balata",1,1,1 ], "latex-like sap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balata",1,1,2 ], "a rubber-like gum obtained from this sap: used as a substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balata",1,1,2 ], "gutta-percha" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balboa",1,1,1 ], "the standard currency unit of Panama, divided into 100 centesimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balbriggan",1,1,1 ], "a knitted unbleached cotton fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balbriggan",1,1,2 ], "underwear made of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balcony",1,1,1 ], "a platform projecting from the wall of a building with a balustrade or railing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balcony",1,1,1 ], "along its outer edge, often with access from a door or window" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balcony",1,1,2 ], "a gallery in a theatre or auditorium, above the dress circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balcony",1,1,3 ], "the dress circle in a theatre or auditorium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald cypress",1,1,1 ], "another name for swamp cypress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald eagle",1,1,1 ], "a large eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, of North America, having a white head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald eagle",1,1,1 ], "also American eagle)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bald eagle",1,1,1 ], "and tail, a yellow bill, and dark wings and body| It is the U|S| national bird (see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bald",1,1,1 ], "having no hair or fur, esp| (of a man) having no hair on all or most of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald",1,1,1 ], "scalp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bald",1,1,2 ], "lacking natural growth or covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald",1,1,3 ], "plain or blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald",1,1,4 ], "bare or simple; unadorned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald",1,1,5 ], "having white markings on the head and face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bald",1,1,6 ], "(of a tyre) having a worn tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldachin",1,1,1 ], "a richly ornamented silk and gold brocade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldachin",1,1,2 ], "a canopy of fabric or stone over an altar, shrine, or throne in a Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldachin",1,1,2 ], "church or carried in Christian religious processions over an object of veneration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balderdash",1,1,1 ], "stupid or illogical talk; senseless rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldhead",1,1,1 ], "a person with a bald head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldheaded",1,1,1 ], "having a bald head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldheaded",1,1,2 ], "go baldheaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldheaded",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by into, for, or at)Informal| to act impetuously without regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldheaded",1,1,3 ], "to the consequences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balding",1,1,1 ], "somewhat bald or becoming bald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldmoney",1,1,1 ], "another name for spignel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldpate",1,1,1 ], "a person with a bald head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldpate",1,1,2 ], "another name for the American wigeon (see wigeon,2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldric",1,1,1 ], "a wide silk sash or leather belt worn over the right shoulder to the left hip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baldric",1,1,1 ], "for carrying a sword, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bale out",1,1,1 ], "to make an emergency parachute jump from an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale out",1,2,1 ], "to help (a person, organization, etc|) out of a predicament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale out",1,3,1 ], "to escape from a predicament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",1,1,1 ], "a large bundle, esp| of a raw or partially processed material, bound by ropes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",1,1,1 ], "wires, etc|, for storage or transportation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bale",1,1,2 ], "500 pounds of cotton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",1,1,3 ], "a group of turtles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",1,2,1 ], "to make (hay, etc|) into a bale or bales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",2,1,1 ], "evil; injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",2,1,2 ], "woe; suffering; pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bail'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bale",4,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bail'4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baleen whale",1,1,1 ], "another name for whalebone whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baleen",1,1,1 ], "whalebone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balefire",1,1,1 ], "a bonfire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balefire",1,1,2 ], "a beacon fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balefire",1,1,3 ], "a funeral pyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baleful",1,1,1 ], "harmful, menacing, or vindictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baleful",1,1,2 ], "dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baler",1,1,1 ], "an agricultural machine for making bales of hay, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balibuntal",1,1,1 ], "closely woven fine straw, used for making hats in the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balibuntal",1,1,2 ], "a hat of this straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,1,1 ], "to stop short, esp| suddenly or unexpectedly; jib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,2,1 ], "to turn away abruptly; recoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,3,1 ], "to thwart, check, disappoint, or foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,4,1 ], "to avoid deliberately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,5,1 ], "to miss unintentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,6,1 ], "a roughly squared heavy timber beam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,6,2 ], "a timber tie beam of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,6,3 ], "an unploughed ridge to prevent soil erosion or mark a division on common land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,6,4 ], "an obstacle; hindrance; disappointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,6,5 ], "an illegal motion by a pitcher towards the plate or towards the base when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balk",1,6,5 ], "there are runners on base, esp| without delivering the ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balky",1,1,1 ], "inclined to stop abruptly and unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball and chain",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a heavy iron ball attached to a chain and fastened to a prisoner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball and chain",1,1,2 ], "a heavy restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball and chain",1,1,3 ], "one's wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball bearing",1,1,1 ], "a bearing consisting of a number of hard steel balls rolling between a metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball bearing",1,1,1 ], "sleeve fitted over the rotating shaft and an outer sleeve held in the bearing housing," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball bearing",1,1,1 ], "so reducing friction between moving parts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ball bearing",1,1,2 ], "a metal ball, esp| one used in such a bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball boy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in tennis) a person who retrieves balls that go out of play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball cock",1,1,1 ], "a device for regulating the flow of a liquid into a tank, cistern, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball cock",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a floating ball mounted at one end of an arm and a valve on the other end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball cock",1,1,1 ], "that opens and closes as the ball falls and rises" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ball game",1,1,1 ], "any game played with a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball game",1,1,2 ], "a game of baseball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball game",1,1,3 ], "any activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball of fire",1,1,1 ], "a very lively person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball valve",1,1,1 ], "a one-way valve consisting of a metal ball fitting into a concave seat over an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball valve",1,1,1 ], "opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,1 ], "a spherical or nearly spherical body or mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,10 ], "the hard mass of roots and earth removed with the rest of the plant during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,10 ], "transplanting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,11 ], "ball of muscle| Austral| a very strong, fit, or forceful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,12 ], "have the ball at one's feet| to have the chance of doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,13 ], "keep the ball rolling| to maintain the progress of a project, plan, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,14 ], "on the ball| Informal| alert; informed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,15 ], "play ball| Informal| to cooperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,16 ], "start or set the ball rolling| to set a project, plan, etc|, in motion; start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,17 ], "the ball is in your court| you are obliged to make the next move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,2 ], "a round or roundish body, either solid or hollow, of a size and composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,2 ], "suitable for any of various games, such as football, golf, billiards, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,3 ], "a ball propelled in a particular way in a sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,4 ], "any of various rudimentary games with a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,5 ], "a single delivery of the ball by the bowler to the batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,6 ], "a single delivery of the ball by a pitcher outside certain limits and not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,6 ], "swung at by the batter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,6,1 ], "a solid nonexplosive projectile for a firearm, cannon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,6,2 ], "such projectiles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,7 ], "any more or less rounded part or protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,8 ], "a testicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,1,9 ], "another word for bolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",1,2,1 ], "to make, form, wind, etc|, into a ball or balls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",2,1,1 ], "a social function for dancing, esp| one that is lavish or formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",2,1,2 ], "a very enjoyable time (esp| in the phrase have a ball)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball",2,2,1 ], "to copulate (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball-and-socket joint",1,1,1 ], "a coupling between two rods, tubes, etc|, that consists of a spherical part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball-and-socket joint",1,1,1 ], "fitting into a spherical socket, allowing free movement and rotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball-and-socket joint",1,1,2 ], "a bony joint, such as the hip joint, in which a rounded head fits into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball-and-socket joint",1,1,2 ], "rounded cavity, allowing a wide range of movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ball-peen hammer",1,1,1 ], "a hammer that has one end of its head shaped in a hemisphere for beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ball-peen hammer",1,1,1 ], "metal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballad metre",1,1,1 ], "the metre of a ballad stanza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballad opera",1,1,1 ], "an opera consisting of popular tunes to which appropriate words have been set," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballad opera",1,1,1 ], "interspersed with spoken dialogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballad stanza",1,1,1 ], "a four-line stanza, often used in ballads, in which the second and fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballad stanza",1,1,1 ], "and have four stresses each" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ballad stanza",1,1,1 ], "lines rhyme and have three stresses each and the first and third lines are unrhymed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballad",1,1,1 ], "a narrative song with a recurrent refrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballad",1,1,2 ], "a narrative poem in short stanzas of popular origin, originally sung to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballad",1,1,2 ], "repeated tune" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballad",1,1,3 ], "a slow sentimental song, esp| a pop song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballade",1,1,1 ], "a verse form consisting of three stanzas and an envoy, all ending with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballade",1,1,1 ], "same line| The first three stanzas commonly have eight or ten lines each and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballade",1,1,1 ], "same rhyme scheme" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ballade",1,1,2 ], "an instrumental composition, esp| for piano, based on or intended to evoke a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballade",1,1,2 ], "narrative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balladeer",1,1,1 ], "a singer of ballads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balladmonger",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a seller of ballads, esp| on broadsheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balladmonger",1,1,2 ], "a writer of mediocre poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balladry",1,1,1 ], "ballad poetry or songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balladry",1,1,2 ], "the art of writing, composing, or performing ballads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,1,1 ], "any dense heavy material, such as lead or iron pigs, used to stabilize a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,1,1 ], "vessel, esp| one that is not carrying cargo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,1,2 ], "crushed rock, broken stone, etc|, used for the foundation of a road or railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,1,2 ], "track" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,1,3 ], "coarse aggregate of sandy gravel, used in making concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,1,4 ], "anything that provides stability or weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,1,5 ], "a device for maintaining the current in a circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballast",1,2,1 ], "to give stability or weight to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballerina",1,1,1 ], "a female ballet dancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballerina",1,1,2 ], "the principal female dancer of a ballet company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballet",1,1,1,1 ], "a classical style of expressive dancing based on precise conventional steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballet",1,1,1,1 ], "with gestures and movements of grace and fluidity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballet",1,1,2 ], "a theatrical representation of a story or theme performed to music by ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballet",1,1,2 ], "dancers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballet",1,1,3 ], "a troupe of ballet dancers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballet",1,1,4 ], "a piece of music written for a ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balletomania",1,1,1 ], "passionate enthusiasm for ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballflower",1,1,1 ], "a carved ornament in the form of a ball enclosed by the three petals of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballflower",1,1,1 ], "circular flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballista",1,1,1 ], "an ancient catapult for hurling stones, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic galvanometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of galvanometer for measuring surges of current| After deflection the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic galvanometer",1,1,1 ], "instrument returns slowly to its original reading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic missile",1,1,1 ], "a missile that has no wings or fins and that follows a ballistic trajectory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic missile",1,1,1 ], "when its propulsive power is discontinued" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ballistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the flight of projectiles after power has been cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic",1,1,2 ], "off, moving under their own momentum and the force of gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic",1,1,3 ], "(of a measurement or measuring instrument) depending on a brief impulse or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballistic",1,1,3 ], "current that causes a movement related to the quantity to be measured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballistics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the flight dynamics of projectiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballistics",1,1,2 ], "before (interior ballistics) or after (exterior ballistics) they have left the muzzle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballistics",1,1,2 ], "the study of the effects of firing on firearms and their projectiles, either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballocks",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of bollocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballonet",1,1,1 ], "an air or gas compartment in a balloon or nonrigid airship, used to control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballonet",1,1,1 ], "buoyancy and shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balloon sail",1,1,1 ], "a large light bellying sail used in light winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon sleeve",1,1,1 ], "a sleeve fitting tightly from wrist to elbow and becoming fully rounded from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon sleeve",1,1,1 ], "elbow to shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balloon tyre",1,1,1 ], "a pneumatic tyre containing air at a relatively low pressure and having a wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon tyre",1,1,1 ], "tread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balloon vine",1,1,1 ], "a tropical tendril-climbing sapindaceous plant, Cardiospermum halicacabum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon vine",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its ornamental balloon-like seed capsules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable rubber bag of various sizes, shapes, and colours: usually used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,1 ], "as a plaything or party decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,2 ], "a large impermeable bag inflated with a lighter-than-air gas, designed to rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,2 ], "and float in the atmosphere| It may have a basket or gondola for carrying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,2 ], "passengers, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,3 ], "a circular or elliptical figure containing the words or thoughts of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,3 ], "character in a cartoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,3,1 ], "a kick or stroke that propels a ball high into the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,4 ], "a round-bottomed flask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,5 ], "a large rounded brandy glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,1,6 ], "when the balloon goes up| Informal| when the action starts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,2,1 ], "to go up or fly in a balloon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,2,2 ], "to inflate or be inflated; distend; swell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balloon",1,3,1 ], "to propel (a ball) high into the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballot box",1,1,1 ], "a box into which ballot papers are dropped after voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballot paper",1,1,1 ], "a paper used for voting in a ballot, esp| (in a parliamentary or local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballot paper",1,1,1 ], "government election) one having the names of the candidates printed on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 1, 1],"deciding some other choice by submitting the options to a vote of all qualified persons",2). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 1, 1],"the democratic practice of selecting a representative, a course of action, or",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 1, 2],"an instance of voting, usually in secret using ballot papers or a voting",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 1, 2],"machine",2). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 1, 3],"a list of candidates standing for office",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 1, 4],"the number of votes cast in an election",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 1, 5],"a drawing of lots",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 2, 1],"to vote or elicit a vote from",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 2, 3],"usually foll| by for) to select (conscripts, etc|) by lot or ballot",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "ballot" ,1, 2, 5],"often foll| by for) to vote or decide (on an issue, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "ballottement",1,1,1 ], "a technique of feeling for a movable object in the body, esp| confirmation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballottement",1,1,1 ], "of the uterus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ballottement",1,1,1 ], "pregnancy by feeling the rebound of the fetus following a quick digital tap on the wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballpark",1,1,1 ], "a stadium used for baseball games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballpark",1,1,1,1 ], "approximate range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballpark",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballplayer",1,1,1 ], "a player, esp| in soccer, with outstanding ability to control the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballplayer",1,1,2 ], "a baseball player, esp| a professional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballpoint",1,1,1 ], "a pen having a small ball bearing as a writing point:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballroom dancing",1,1,1 ], "conventional rhythms (ballroom dances) such as the foxtrot and the quickstep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ballroom dancing",1,1,1 ], "social dancing, popular since the beginning of the 20th century, to dances in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballroom",1,1,1 ], "a large hall for dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balls",1,1,1 ], "the testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balls",1,1,2 ], "by the balls| so as to be rendered powerless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balls",1,1,3 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balls",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of strong disagreement, contempt, annoyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balls-up" ,1, 1, 1],"something botched or muddled",1). c_DEF([ "balls-up" ,1, 2, 1],"or U|S| ball up",1). c_DEF([ "balls-up" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|, adv|) to muddle or botch",1). c_DEF([ "bally",1,2,1 ], "a euphemistic word for bloody ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ballyhoo" ,1, 1, 1],"a noisy, confused, or nonsensical situation or uproar",1). c_DEF([ "ballyhoo" ,1, 1, 2],"sensational or blatant advertising or publicity",1). c_DEF([ "ballyhoo" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) Chiefly U|S",1). c_DEF([ "ballyhoo" ,1, 2, 2],"to advertise or publicize by sensational or blatant methods",1). c_DEF([ "ballyrag",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bullyrag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm of Gilead",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees of the burseraceous genus Commiphora, esp| C| opobalsamum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm of Gilead",1,1,1 ], "of Africa and W Asia, that yield a fragrant oily resin (see balm ,1,1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balm of Gilead",1,1,2 ], "the resin exuded by these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm of Gilead",1,1,3 ], "a North American hybrid female poplar tree, Populus gileadensis (or P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm of Gilead",1,1,3 ], "candicans), with broad heart-shaped leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balm of Gilead",1,1,4 ], "a fragrant resin obtained from the balsam fir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,1 ], "any of various oily aromatic resinous substances obtained from certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,1 ], "tropical trees and used for healing and soothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,2 ], "any plant yielding such a substance, esp| the balm of Gilead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,3 ], "something comforting or soothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,4 ], "any aromatic or oily substance used for healing or soothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,5 ], "an aromatic Eurasian herbaceous plant, Melissa officinalis, having clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,5 ], "small fragrant white two-lipped flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balm",1,1,6 ], "a pleasant odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balmacaan",1,1,1 ], "a man's knee-length loose flaring overcoat with raglan sleeves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balmy",1,1,1 ], "balmier, balmiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balmy",1,1,2 ], "(of weather) mild and pleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balmy",1,1,3 ], "having the qualities of balm; fragrant or soothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balmy",1,1,4 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of barmy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balneal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to baths or bathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balneology",1,1,1 ], "esp| those taken with natural mineral waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balneology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the therapeutic value of baths," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baloney",1,1,1 ], "foolish talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsa",1,1,1 ], "a bombacaceous tree, Ochroma lagopus, of tropical America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsa",1,1,2 ], "the very light wood of this tree, used for making rafts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsa",1,1,3 ], "a light raft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam apple",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental cucurbitaceous vine, Momordica balsamina, of the Old World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam apple",1,1,1 ], "tropics, with yellow flowers and orange egg-shaped fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balsam fir",1,1,1 ], "a fir tree, Abies balsamea, of NE North America, that yields Canada balsam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam poplar",1,1,1 ], "a poplar tree, Populus balsamifera, of NE North America, having resinous buds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam poplar",1,1,1 ], "and broad heart-shaped leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balsam spruce",1,1,1 ], "(the blue spruce) or P| engelmanni" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balsam spruce",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American coniferous trees of the genus Picea, P| pungens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,1 ], "any of various fragrant oleoresins, such as balm or tolu, obtained from any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,1 ], "several trees and shrubs and used as a base for medicines and perfumes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar substances used as medicinal or ceremonial ointments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,3 ], "any of certain aromatic resinous turpentines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,4 ], "any plant yielding balsam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,5 ], "any of several balsaminaceous plants of the genus Impatiens, esp| I|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,5 ], "balsamina, cultivated for its brightly coloured double flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balsam",1,1,6 ], "anything healing or soothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsamiferous",1,1,1 ], "yielding or producing balsam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsaminaceous",1,1,1 ], "capsules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "balsaminaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Balsaminaceae, a family of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "balsaminaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants, including balsam and touch-me-not, that have irregular flowers and explosive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baluster",1,1,1 ], "any of a set of posts supporting a rail or coping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baluster",1,2,1 ], "(of a shape) swelling at the base and rising in a concave curve to a narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baluster",1,2,1 ], "stem or neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "balustrade",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental rail or coping with its supporting set of balusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bal|",1,1,1 ], "balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bambino",1,1,1 ], "a young child, esp| an Italian one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bambino",1,1,2 ], "a representation of the infant Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo curtain",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the 1950s and 1960s) the political and military barrier to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo curtain",1,1,1 ], "communications around the People's Republic of China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo",1,1,1 ], "(bamboo shoots)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo",1,1,1 ], "Bambusa, having hollow woody-walled stems with ringed joints and edible young shoots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo",1,1,1 ], "any tall treelike tropical or semitropical fast-growing grass of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo",1,1,2 ], "the stem of any of these plants, used for building, poles, and furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo",1,1,3 ], "any of various bamboo-like grasses of the genera Arundinaria, Phyllostachys," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo",1,1,3 ], "or Dendrocalamus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bamboo",1,1,4 ], "made of bamboo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bamboozle",1,1,1 ], "to cheat; mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bamboozle",1,1,2 ], "to confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,1,1 ], "forbid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,1,1 ], "to prohibit, esp| officially, from action, display, entrance, sale, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,2,1 ], "(in South Africa) to place (a person suspected of illegal political activity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,2,1 ], "under a government order restricting his movement and his contact with other people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,2,2 ], "to curse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,3,1 ], "an official prohibition or interdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,3,2 ], "an official proclamation or public notice, esp| of prohibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,3,3 ], "a public proclamation or edict, esp| of outlawry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,3,4 ], "public censure or condemnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",1,3,5 ], "a curse; imprecation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",2,1,1 ], "(in feudal England)the summoning of vassals to perform their military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ban",2,1,1 ], "obligations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ban",3,1,1 ], "a Rumanian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a leu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banal",1,1,1 ], "lacking force or originality; trite; commonplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banana belt",1,1,1 ], "a region with a warm climate, esp| one in Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banana oil",1,1,1 ], "a solution of cellulose nitrate in pentyl acetate or a similar solvent, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banana oil",1,1,1 ], "has a banana-like smell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banana oil",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical name for pentyl acetate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banana republic",1,1,1 ], "a small country, esp| in Central America, that is politically unstable and has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banana republic",1,1,1 ], "an economy dominated by foreign interest, usually dependent on one export, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banana republic",1,1,1 ], "bananas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "banana split",1,1,1 ], "a dish of ice cream and banana cut in half lengthwise, usually topped with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banana split",1,1,1 ], "syrup, nuts, whipped cream, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banana",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical and subtropical herbaceous treelike plants of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banana",1,1,1 ], "musaceous genus Musa, esp| M| sapientum, a widely cultivated species propagated from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banana",1,1,1 ], "suckers and having hanging clusters of edible fruit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "banana",1,1,2 ], "the crescent-shaped fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bananas",1,1,1 ], "crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banausic",1,1,1 ], "merely mechanical; materialistic; utilitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banc",1,1,1 ], "Law| sitting as a full court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band saw",1,1,1 ], "a power-operated saw consisting of an endless toothed metal band running over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band saw",1,1,1 ], "and driven by two wheels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band spectrum",1,1,1 ], "a spectrum consisting of a number of bands of closely spaced lines that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band spectrum",1,1,1 ], "associated with emission or absorption of radiation by molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,1 ], "a company of people having a common purpose; group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,2 ], "(brass band) or brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments (concert band or military" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,2 ], "a group of musicians playing either brass and percussion instruments only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,2 ], "band)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,3 ], "a group of musicians who play popular music, jazz, etc|, often for dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,4 ], "a group of instrumentalists generally; orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,5 ], "a formally recognized group of Indians on a reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,6 ], "a division of a tribe; a family group or camp group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,1,7 ], "a flock or herd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by together) to unite; assemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,1 ], "a thin flat strip of some material, used esp| to encircle objects and hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,1 ], "them together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,1,1 ], "a strip of fabric or other material used as an ornament or to reinforce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,1,1 ], "clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,1,2 ], "waistband; hairband; hatband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,10 ], "a thin layer or seam of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,11 ], "a strip of flat panelling, such as a fascia or plinth, usually attached to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,11 ], "wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,12 ], "a large white collar, sometimes edged with lace, worn in the 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,13 ], "academic, legal, or (formerly) clerical dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,13 ], "either of a pair of hanging extensions of the collar, forming part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,14 ], "(of a gramophone record) another word for track ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,15 ], "a ring for the finger (esp| in phrases such as wedding band, band of gold," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,15 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,2 ], "a stripe of contrasting colour or texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,3 ], "a driving belt in machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,4 ], "a range of values that are close or related in number, degree, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,5 ], "a range of frequencies or wavelengths between two limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,6 ], "short for energy band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,7 ], "one or more tracks on a magnetic disk or drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,8 ], "any structure resembling a ribbon or cord that connects, encircles, or binds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,8 ], "different parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,9 ], "sewn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,1,9 ], "the cords, usually of flax or hemp, to which the folded sheets of a book are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,2,1 ], "to fasten or mark with a band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",2,2,2 ], "to ring (birds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band",3,1,1 ], "an archaic word for bond 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band-gala",1,1,1 ], "(in India)(of a coat) closed at the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band-pass filter",1,1,1 ], "a filter that transmits only those currents having a frequency lying within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "band-pass filter",1,1,1 ], "specified limits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandage",1,1,1 ], "a piece of material used to dress a wound, bind a broken limb, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandage",1,1,2 ], "a strip of any soft material used for binding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandage",1,2,1 ], "to cover or bind with a bandage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandanna",1,1,1 ], "a large silk or cotton handkerchief or neckerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandbox",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight usually cylindrical box used for holding small articles, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandbox",1,1,1 ], "hats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandeau",1,1,1 ], "a narrow band of ribbon, velvet, etc|, worn round the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banderilla",1,1,1 ], "a decorated barbed dart, thrust into the bull's neck or shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banderillero",1,1,1 ], "a bullfighter's assistant who sticks banderillas into the bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banderole",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow flag, usually with forked ends, esp| one attached to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banderole",1,1,1 ], "masthead of a ship; pennant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banderole",1,1,2 ], "a square flag draped over a tomb or carried at a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandh",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a general strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandicoot",1,1,1 ], "Guinea| They have a long pointed muzzle and a long tail and feed mainly on small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandicoot",1,1,1 ], "any agile terrestrial marsupial of the family Peramelidae of Australia and New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandicoot",1,1,1 ], "invertebrates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bandicoot",1,1,2 ], "bandicoot rat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandicoot",1,2,1 ], "to dig up (potatoes), leaving the plant intact above the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandit",1,1,1 ], "a robber, esp| a member of an armed gang brigand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandmaster",1,1,1 ], "the conductor of a band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandobust",1,1,1 ], "(in India and Pakistan) arrangements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandoleer",1,1,1 ], "a soldier's broad shoulder belt having small pockets or loops for cartridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandoline",1,1,1 ], "a glutinous hairdressing, used (esp| formerly) to keep the hair in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandore",1,1,1 ], "a 16th-century plucked musical instrument resembling a lute but larger and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandore",1,1,1 ], "fitted with seven pairs of metal strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandsman",1,1,1 ], "a player in a musical band, esp| a brass or military band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandspreading",1,1,1 ], "an additional tuning control in some radio receivers whereby a selected narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandspreading",1,1,1 ], "band of frequencies can be spread over a wider frequency band, in order to increase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandspreading",1,1,1 ], "selectivity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bandstand",1,1,1 ], "a platform for a band, usually out of doors and roofed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandwagon",1,1,1 ], "a wagon, usually high and brightly coloured, for carrying the band in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandwagon",1,1,1 ], "parade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandwagon",1,1,2 ], "climb, jump, or get on the bandwagon| Informal| to join or give support to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandwagon",1,1,2 ], "party or movement that seems to be assured of success" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandwidth",1,1,1 ], "the range of frequencies within a given waveband used for a particular radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandwidth",1,1,1 ], "transmission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandwidth",1,1,2 ], "appreciably from its maximum value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bandwidth",1,1,2 ], "the range of frequencies over which a receiver or amplifier should not differ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy leg",1,1,1 ], "another term for bow leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,1,1 ], "having legs curved outwards at the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,1,2 ], "(of legs) curved outwards at the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,2,1 ], "to exchange (words) in a heated or hostile manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,2,2 ], "to give and receive (blows)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by about) to circulate (a name, rumour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,2,4 ], "to throw or strike to and fro; toss about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,3,1 ], "an early form of hockey, often played on ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,3,2 ], "a stick, curved at one end, used in the game of bandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,3,3 ], "an old form of tennis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,3,4 ], "knock (someone) bandy| Austral| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy",1,3,5 ], "to amaze or astound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy-bandy",1,1,1 ], "a small Australian elapid snake, Vermicella annulata, ringed with black and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bandy-bandy",1,1,1 ], "yellow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bane",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that causes misery or distress (esp| in the phrase bane of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bane",1,1,1 ], "one's life)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bane",1,1,2 ], "something that causes death or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bane",1,1,2,1 ], "a fatal poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bane",1,1,2,2 ], "ratsbane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bane",1,1,3 ], "ruin or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baneberry",1,1,1 ], ", cohosh (U|S|)|any ranunculaceous plant of the genus Actaea, esp| A| spicata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baneberry",1,1,1 ], "which has small white flowers and red or white poisonous berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baneberry",1,1,2 ], "a berry of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baneful",1,1,1 ], "destructive, poisonous, or fatal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang on",1,2,1 ], "with absolute accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang on",1,2,2 ], "excellent or excellently| Also (U|S|): bang up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang up",1,1,1 ], "to lock up (a prisoner) in his cell, esp| for the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,1 ], "a gun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,1 ], "a short loud explosive noise, as of the bursting of a balloon or the report of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,2 ], "a hard blow or knock, esp| a noisy one; thump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,3 ], "a startling or sudden effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,4 ], "thrill; excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,5 ], "an injection of heroin or other narcotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,6 ], "an act of sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,1,7 ], "with a bang| successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,2,1 ], "to hit or knock, esp| with a loud noise; bump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,2,2 ], "to move noisily or clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,2,3 ], "to close (a door, window, etc|) or (of a door, etc|) be closed noisily; slam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,3,1 ], "to cause to move by hitting vigorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,3,2 ], "to make or cause to make a loud noise, as of an explosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,4,1,1 ], "to cause (stock prices) to fall by rapid selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,4,1,2 ], "to sell rapidly in (a stock market), thus causing prices to fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,4,2 ], "to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,5,1 ], "to inject heroin, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,5,2 ], "bang one's head against a brick wall| Informal| to make no progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,6,1 ], "with a sudden impact or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,6,2 ], "precisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",1,6,3 ], "go bang| to burst, shut, etc|, with a loud noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",2,1,1 ], "a fringe or section of hair cut straight across the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",2,2,1 ], "to cut (the hair) in such a style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",2,2,2 ], "to dock (the tail of a horse, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bang",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bhang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bangalore torpedo",1,1,1 ], "an explosive device in a long metal tube, used to blow gaps in barbed-wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bangalore torpedo",1,1,1 ], "barriers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banger",1,1,1 ], "a sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banger",1,1,1,1 ], "an old decrepit car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banger",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banger",1,1,2 ], "a type of firework that explodes loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bangle",1,1,1 ], "a bracelet, usually without a clasp, often worn high up round the arm or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bangle",1,1,1 ], "sometimes round the ankle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bangle",1,1,2 ], "a disc or charm hanging from a bracelet, necklace, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bangtail muster",1,1,1 ], "a roundup of cattle to be counted, each one having the hairs on its tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bangtail muster",1,1,1 ], "clipped as it is counted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bangtail",1,1,1 ], "a horse's tail cut straight across but not through the bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bangtail",1,1,2 ], "a horse with a tail cut in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bani",1,1,1 ], "the plural of ban ,3,(the Rumanian coin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banian",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of banyan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banish",1,1,1 ], "to expel from a place, esp| by an official decree as a punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banish",1,1,2 ], "to drive away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banisters",1,1,1 ], "the railing and supporting balusters on a staircase; balustrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banjo",1,1,1 ], "a stringed musical instrument with a long neck (usually fretted) and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banjo",1,1,1 ], "circular drumlike body overlaid with parchment, plucked with the fingers or a plectrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banjo",1,1,2 ], "any banjo-shaped object, esp| a frying pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banjo",1,1,3 ], "banjo-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank acceptance",1,1,1 ], "a bill of exchange or draft drawn on and endorsed by a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank account",1,1,1 ], "an account created by the deposit of money at a bank by a customer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank account",1,1,2 ], "the amount of money credited to a depositor at a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank annuities",1,1,1 ], "another term for consols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank bill",1,1,1 ], "a bill of exchange drawn by one bank on another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank bill",1,1,2 ], "a bank note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank card",1,1,1 ], "another name for banker's card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank clerk",1,1,1 ], "an employee of a bank| U|S| name: teller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank discount",1,1,1 ], "and based on the loan's face value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank discount",1,1,1 ], "interest on a loan deducted from the principal amount when the loan is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank holiday",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) any of several weekdays on which banks are closed by law and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank holiday",1,1,1 ], "which are observed as national holidays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank manager",1,1,1 ], "a person who directs the business of a local branch of a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank note",1,1,1 ], "a promissory note, esp| one issued by a central bank, serving as money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank on",1,1,1 ], "to expect or rely with confidence on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank rate",1,1,1 ], "a rate of discount fixed by a bank or banks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank rate",1,1,2 ], "obliged to rediscount bills of exchange and to lend money" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank rate",1,1,2 ], "the minimum rate by which a central bank, such as the Bank of England, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank statement",1,1,1 ], "a statement of transactions in a bank account, esp| one of a series sent at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank statement",1,1,1 ], "regular intervals to the depositor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,1 ], "an institution offering certain financial services, such as the safekeeping of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,1 ], "interest, and acceptance of bills of exchange" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,1 ], "money, conversion of domestic into and from foreign currencies, lending of money at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,2 ], "the building used by such an institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,3 ], "a small container used at home for keeping money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,4 ], "the funds held by a gaming house or a banker or dealer in some gambling games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,5 ], "(in various games)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,5,1 ], "the stock, as of money, pieces, tokens, etc|, on which players may draw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,5,2 ], "the player holding this stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,1,6 ], "any supply, store, or reserve, for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,2,1 ], "to deposit (cash, cheques, etc|) in a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,3,1 ], "to transact business with a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,4,1 ], "to engage in the business of banking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",1,5,1 ], "to hold the bank in some gambling games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,1 ], "a long raised mass, esp| of earth; mound; ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,2 ], "a slope, as of a hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,3 ], "the sloping side of any hollow in the ground, esp| when bordering a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,3,1 ], "an elevated section, rising to near the surface, of the bed of a sea, lake, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,3,1 ], "river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,3,1 ], "the area around the mouth of the shaft of a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,3,2 ], "sandbank; mudbank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,3,2 ], "the face of a body of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,4 ], "the lateral inclination of an aircraft about its longitudinal axis during a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,4 ], "turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,5 ], "a bend on a road or on a railway, athletics, cycling, or other track having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,5 ], "centrifugal force on vehicles, runners, etc|, rounding it at speed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,5 ], "the outside built higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,1,6 ], "the cushion of a billiard table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,2,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to form into a bank or mound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,3,1 ], "to border or enclose (a road, etc|) with a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,4,1 ], "to cover (a fire) with ashes, fresh fuel, etc|, so that it will burn slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,4,2 ], "aircraft) to tip in this way, esp| while turning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,4,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to tip laterally about its longitudinal axis or (of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,4,3 ], "to travel round a bank, esp| at high speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",2,5,1 ], "to drive (a ball) into the cushion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",3,1,1 ], "an arrangement of objects, esp| similar objects, in a row or in tiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",3,1,1,1 ], "a tier of oars in a galley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",3,1,1,2 ], "a bench for the rowers in a galley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",3,1,2 ], "lines of type under a headline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",3,1,3 ], "(in automatic switching) an assembly of fixed electrical contacts forming a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank",3,1,3 ], "rigid unit in a selector or similar device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bank",3,2,1 ], "to arrange in a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bank-riding",1,1,1 ], "riding along any sloping banked surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankable",1,1,1 ], "appropriate for receipt by a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankable",1,1,2 ], "dependable or reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankbook",1,1,1 ], "a book held by depositors at certain banks, in which the bank enters a record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankbook",1,1,1 ], "of deposits, withdrawals, and earned interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banker",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or is an executive in a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",1,1,2 ], "an official or player in charge of the bank in any of various games, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",1,1,2 ], "gambling games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banker",1,1,3 ], "a result that has been forecast identically in a series of entries on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",1,1,3 ], "football pool coupon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banker",2,1,1 ], "a fishing vessel of Newfoundland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",2,1,2 ], "a fisherman in such a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",2,1,3 ], "a stream almost overflowing its banks (esp| in the phrase run a banker)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",2,1,4 ], "a locomotive that is used to help a heavy train up a steep gradient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",3,1,1 ], "a craftsman's workbench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker",3,1,2 ], "a timber board used as a base for mixing building materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker's card",1,1,1 ], "a card issued by a bank, guaranteeing payment of the cheques of a customer up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banker's card",1,1,1 ], "to a stated value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banker's order",1,1,1 ], "another name for standing order ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banket",1,1,1 ], "a gold-bearing conglomerate found in South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banking",1,1,1 ], "the business engaged in by a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banking",2,1,1 ], "fishing on a sea bank, esp| off the coast of Newfoundland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankroll",1,1,1 ], "a roll of currency notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankroll",1,1,2 ], "the financial resources of a person, organization, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankroll",1,2,1 ], "to provide the capital for; finance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,1,1 ], "a person adjudged insolvent by a court, his property being transferred to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,1,1 ], "trustee and administered for the benefit of his creditors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,1,2 ], "any person unable to discharge all his debts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,1,3 ], "a person whose resources in a certain field are exhausted or nonexistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,2,1 ], "adjudged insolvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,2,2 ], "financially ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,2,3 ], "depleted in resources or having completely failed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,2,4 ], "(foll| by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,2,5 ], "lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankrupt",1,3,1 ], "to make bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bankruptcy",1,1,1 ], "the state, condition, or quality of being or becoming bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banksia",1,1,1 ], "Proteaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "banksia",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or tree of the Australian genus Banksia, having long leathery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banksia",1,1,1 ], "evergreen leaves and dense cylindrical heads of flowers that are often yellowish: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banlieue",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,1 ], "a long strip of flexible material displaying a slogan, advertisement, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,1 ], "esp| one suspended between two points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,2 ], "a placard or sign carried in a procession or demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,3 ], "something that represents a belief or principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,4 ], "the flag of a nation, army, etc|, used as a standard or ensign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,5 ], "(formerly) the standard of an emperor, knight, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,6 ], "a large headline in a newspaper, etc|, extending across the page, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,6 ], "front page" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banner",1,1,7 ], "a square flag, often charged with the arms of its bearer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banneret",1,1,1 ], "(in the Middle Ages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banneret",1,1,2 ], "a knight who was entitled to command other knights and men-at-arms under his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banneret",1,1,2 ], "own banner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banneret",1,1,3 ], "a title of knighthood conferred by the king for valour on the battlefield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bannerette",1,1,1 ], "a small banner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bannerol",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of banderole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bannisters",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of banisters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bannock",1,1,1 ], "a round flat cake originating in Scotland, made from wheat or barley and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bannock",1,1,1 ], "sometimes filled with currants, raisins, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banns",1,1,1 ], "the public declaration of an intended marriage, usually formally announced on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banns",1,1,1 ], "three successive Sundays in the parish churches of both the betrothed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banns",1,1,2 ], "forbid the banns| to raise an objection to a marriage announced in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banquet" ,1, 1, 1],"a lavish and sumptuous meal; feast",1). c_DEF([ "banquet" ,1, 1, 2],"a ceremonial meal for many people, often followed by speeches",1). c_DEF([ "banquet" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to hold or take part in a banquet",1). c_DEF([ "banquet" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to entertain or honour (a person) with a banquet",1). c_DEF([ "banquette",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a raised part behind a parapet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banquette",1,1,2 ], "a footbridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banquette",1,1,3 ], "an upholstered bench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bans",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of banns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bansela",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bonsela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banshee",1,1,1 ], "(in Irish folklore) a female spirit whose wailing warns of impending death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bant",1,1,1 ], "string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantam",1,1,1 ], "any of various very small breeds of domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantam",1,1,2 ], "a small but aggressive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantam",1,1,3 ], "short for bantamweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantamweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 112-118 pounds (51-53|5 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantamweight",1,1,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 112-119 pounds (51-54 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantamweight",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantamweight",1,1,2 ], "a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 115-126 pounds (52-57 kg))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banter",1,1,1 ], "to speak or tease lightly or jokingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banter",1,2,1 ], "light, teasing, or joking language or repartee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banting",1,1,1 ], "slimming by avoiding eating sugar, starch, and fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bantling",1,1,1 ], "a young child; brat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banyan",1,1,1 ], "a moraceous tree, Ficus benghalensis, of tropical India and the East Indies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banyan",1,1,1 ], "having aerial roots that grow down into the soil forming additional trunks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banyan",1,1,2 ], "a member of the Hindu merchant caste of N and W India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banyan",1,1,3 ], "a loose-fitting shirt, jacket, or robe, worn originally in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banzai attack",1,1,1 ], "Japanese in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "banzai attack",1,1,1 ], "a mass attack of troops, without concern for casualties, as practised by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "banzai",1,1,1 ], "a patriotic cheer, battle cry, or salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baobab",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African bombacaceous tree, Adansonia digitata, that has a very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baobab",1,1,1 ], "monkey bread" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "baobab",1,1,1 ], "thick trunk, large white flowers, and a gourdlike fruit with an edible pulp called" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bap",1,1,1 ], "a soft bread roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptism of fire",1,1,1 ], "a soldier's first experience of battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptism of fire",1,1,2 ], "any initiating ordeal or experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptism of fire",1,1,3 ], "and strengthen it, as was believed to have occurred initially at Pentecost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baptism of fire",1,1,3 ], "the penetration of the Holy Ghost into the human spirit to purify, consecrate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptism",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "baptism",1,1,1 ], "a Christian religious rite consisting of immersion in or sprinkling with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptism",1,1,1 ], "as a sign that the subject is cleansed from sin and constituted as a member of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baptism",1,1,2 ], "the act of baptizing or of undergoing baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptism",1,1,3 ], "any similar experience of initiation, regeneration, or dedication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptistry",1,1,1 ], "a part of a Christian church in which baptisms are carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptistry",1,1,2 ], "a tank in a Baptist church in which baptisms are carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptize",1,1,1 ], "rite of baptism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baptize",1,1,1 ], "to immerse (a person) in water or sprinkle water on (a person) as part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptize",1,2,1 ], "to give a name to; christen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baptize",1,3,1 ], "to cleanse; purify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bapt|",1,1,1 ], "baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bapt|",1,1,2 ], "baptized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar billiards",1,1,1 ], "a table game found in pubs, etc|, in which short cues are used to pocket balls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar billiards",1,1,1 ], "into holes scoring various points and guarded by wooden pegs that incur penalties if" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bar billiards",1,1,1 ], "they are knocked over" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bar fly",1,1,1 ], "a person who frequents bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar girl",1,1,1 ], "an attractive girl employed by the management of a bar to befriend male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar girl",1,1,1 ], "customers and encourage them to buy drinks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bar graph",1,1,1 ], "a graph consisting of vertical or horizontal bars whose lengths are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar graph",1,1,1 ], "proportional to amounts or quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bar line",1,1,1 ], "the vertical line marking the boundary between one bar and the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar mitzvah",1,1,1 ], "assumes his full religious obligations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bar mitzvah",1,1,1 ], "the ceremony and celebration marking the 13th birthday of a boy, who then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar mitzvah",1,1,2 ], "the boy himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar sinister",1,1,1 ], "another name for bend sinister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar sinister",1,1,2 ], "the condition, implication, or stigma of being of illegitimate birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 10],"a particular court of law",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 11],"(in the House of Lords and House of Commons) the boundary where nonmembers",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 11],"wishing to address either House appear and where persons are arraigned",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 12],"a plea showing that a plaintiff has no cause of action, as when the case has",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 12],"already been adjudicated upon or the time allowed for bringing the action has passed",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 13, 1],"a group of beats that is repeated with a consistent rhythm throughout a piece",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 13, 1],"or passage of music| The number of beats in the bar is indicated by the time",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 13, 1],"signature",3). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 13, 2],"U|S| a strip of metal worn with uniform, esp| to signify rank or as an award",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 13, 2],"for service",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 13],"anything referred to as an authority or tribunal",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 14, 1],"part of the metal mouthpiece of a horse's bridle",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 14, 2],"the space between the horse's teeth in which such a part fits",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 14],"a variant spelling of ,barre",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 15],"either of two horny extensions that project forwards and inwards from the rear",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 15],"of the outer layer of a horse's hoof",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 16],"another name for bride ,2|",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 17],"an ordinary consisting of a horizontal line across a shield, typically",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 17],"narrower than a fesse, and usually appearing in twos or threes",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 18],"behind bars| in prison",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 19],"won't ,have a bar of| Austral| informal| cannot tolerate; dislike",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 1],"a rigid usually straight length of metal, wood, etc|, that is longer than it",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 1],"is wide or thick, used esp| as a barrier or as a structural or mechanical part",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 2],"a solid usually rectangular block of any material",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"an offshore ridge of sand, mud, or shingle lying near the shore and parallel",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"mainland",3). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"to it, across the mouth of a river, bay, or harbour, or linking an island to the",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"U|S| an alluvial deposit in a stream, river, or lake",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 3],"anything that obstructs or prevents",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 4],"a counter or room where alcoholic drinks are served",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 5],"a counter, room, or establishment where a particular range of goods, food,",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 5],"services, etc|, are sold",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 6],"a narrow band or stripe, as of colour or light",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 7],"a heating element in an electric fire",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 8],"(in England) the area in a court of law separating the part reserved for the",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 8],"and the general public",3). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 8],"bench and Queen's Counsel from the area occupied by junior barristers, solicitors,",2). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 1, 9],"the place in a court of law where the accused stands during his trial",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 1],"to fasten or secure with a bar",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 2],"to shut in or out with or as if with barriers",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 3],"to obstruct; hinder",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 4],"(usually foll| by from) to prohibit; forbid",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 5],"(usually foll| by from) to keep out; exclude",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 6],"to mark with a bar or bars",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 7],"to prevent or halt (an action) by showing that the plaintiff has no cause",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 3, 8],"to mark off (music) into bars with bar lines",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 4, 1],"except for",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 4, 2],"bar none",1). c_DEF([ "bar" ,1, 4, 3],"without exception",1). c_DEF([ "bar",1,1,1 ], "a light silky gauze fabric made of wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar",1,2,1 ], "made of such a fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar",2,1,1 ], "a cgs unit of pressure equal to 10'6 dynes per square centimetre| 1 bar is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar",2,1,1 ], "equivalent to 10'5 newtons per square metre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bar",3,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar",3,2,1 ], "immunity from being caught or otherwise penalized in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar",3,3,1 ], "a cry for such immunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barathea",1,1,1 ], "a fabric made of silk and wool or cotton and rayon, used esp| for coats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baraza",1,1,1 ], "a place where public meetings are held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baraza",1,1,2 ], "a palaver or meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,1 ], "a subsidiary point facing in the opposite direction to the main point of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,1 ], "fish-hook, harpoon, arrow, etc|, intended to make extraction difficult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,10 ], "a beard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,2 ], "any of various pointed parts, as on barbed wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,3 ], "a cutting remark; jibe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,4 ], "any of the numerous hairlike filaments that form the vane of a feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,5 ], "a beardlike growth in certain animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,6 ], "a hooked hair or projection on certain fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,7 ], "any small cyprinid fish of the genus Barbus (or Puntius) and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,7 ], "such as B| conchonius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,8 ], "any of the small fleshy protuberances beneath the tongue in horses and cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,9 ], "a white linen cloth forming part of a headdress extending from the chin to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,9 ], "orders" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,1,9 ], "upper chest, originally worn by women in the Middle Ages, now worn by nuns of some" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barb",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a barb or barbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",2,1,1 ], "a breed of horse of North African origin, similar to the Arab but less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barb",2,1,1 ], "spirited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barb",3,1,1 ], "a black kelpie (see kelpie#5%1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a primitive or uncivilized people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarian",1,1,2 ], "a coarse, insensitive, or uncultured person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarian",1,1,3 ], "a vicious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarian",1,2,1 ], "of an uncivilized culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarian",1,2,2 ], "insensitive, uncultured, or brutal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbaric",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of barbarians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbaric",1,1,2 ], "primitive or unsophisticated; unrestrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbaric",1,1,3 ], "brutal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarism",1,1,1 ], "a brutal, coarse, or ignorant act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarism",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being backward, coarse, or ignorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarism",1,1,3 ], "a substandard or erroneously constructed or derived word or expression;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarism",1,1,3 ], "solecism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbarism",1,1,4 ], "any act or object that offends against accepted taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarity",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being barbaric or barbarous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarity",1,1,2 ], "a brutal or vicious act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarity",1,1,3 ], "a crude or unsophisticated quality, style, expression, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become barbarous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarize",1,1,2 ], "to use barbarisms in (language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarous",1,1,1 ], "uncivilized; primitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarous",1,1,2 ], "brutal or cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbarous",1,1,3 ], "lacking refinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbate",1,1,1 ], "having tufts of long hairs; bearded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbecue" ,1, 1, 1],"a meal cooked out of doors over an open fire",1). c_DEF([ "barbecue" ,1, 1, 2],"a grill or fireplace used in barbecuing",1). c_DEF([ "barbecue" ,1, 1, 3],"the food so cooked",1). c_DEF([ "barbecue" ,1, 2, 1],"cuing, cued",1). c_DEF([ "barbecue" ,1, 3, 1],"highly seasoned sauce",2). c_DEF([ "barbecue" ,1, 3, 1],"to cook (meat, fish, etc|) on a grill, usually over charcoal and often with a",1). c_DEF([ "barbecue" ,1, 3, 2],"to cook (meat, etc|) in a highly seasoned sauce",1). c_DEF([ "barbed wire",1,1,1 ], "strong wire with sharply pointed barbs at close intervals:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbed-wire grass",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic grass, Cymbopogon refractus, with groups of seed heads resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbed-wire grass",1,1,1 ], "barbed wire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbel",1,1,1 ], "any of several slender tactile spines or bristles that hang from the jaws of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbel",1,1,1 ], "certain fishes, such as the catfish and carp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbel",1,1,2 ], "any of several European cyprinid fishes of the genus Barbus, esp| B| barbus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbel",1,1,2 ], "that resemble the carp but have a longer body and pointed snout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbell",1,1,1 ], "a metal rod to which heavy discs are attached at each end for weightlifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbell",1,1,1 ], "exercises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbellate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants or plant organs) covered with barbs, hooks, or bristles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbellate",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) possessing bristles or barbels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barber",1,1,1 ], "a person whose business is cutting men's hair and shaving or trimming beards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barber",1,2,1 ], "to cut the hair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barber",1,2,2 ], "to shave or trim the beard of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barber's itch",1,1,1 ], "Technical name: tinea barbae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barber's itch",1,1,1 ], "any of various fungal infections of the bearded portion of the neck and face|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barberry",1,1,1 ], "any spiny Asian berberidaceous shrub of the genus Berberis, esp| B| vulgaris," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barberry",1,1,1 ], "having clusters of yellow flowers and orange or red berries: widely cultivated as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barberry",1,1,1 ], "hedge plants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbershop",1,1,1 ], "the premises of a barber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbershop",1,1,2 ], "denoting or characterized by a type of close four-part harmony for male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbershop",1,1,2 ], "voices, popular in romantic and sentimental songs of the 1920s and 1930s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbet",1,1,1 ], "Piciformes (woodpeckers, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barbet",1,1,1 ], "any small tropical brightly coloured bird of the family Capitonidae, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbet",1,1,1 ], "short weak wings and a sharp stout bill with tuftlike feathers at its base: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbette",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an earthen platform inside a parapet, from which heavy guns could" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbette",1,1,1 ], "fire over the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbette",1,1,2 ], "an armoured cylinder that protects a turret on a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbican",1,1,1 ], "the outwork of a fortified place, esp| to defend a drawbridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbican",1,1,2 ], "a watchtower projecting from a fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbicel",1,1,1 ], "any of the minute hooks on the barbules of feathers that interlock with those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbicel",1,1,1 ], "of adjacent barbules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbitone",1,1,1 ], "a long-acting barbiturate used medicinally, usually in the form of the sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbitone",1,1,1 ], "salt, as a sedative or hypnotic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbiturate",1,1,1 ], "a derivative of barbituric acid, such as barbitone or phenobarbitone, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbiturate",1,1,1 ], "medicine as a sedative or hypnotic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbituric acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C5H4N2O3|2H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barbituric acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline solid used in the preparation of barbiturate drugs|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbule",1,1,1 ], "a very small barb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbule",1,1,2 ], "any of the minute hairs that project from a barb and in some feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barbule",1,1,2 ], "interlock by hooks and grooves, forming a flat vane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barcarole",1,1,1 ], "a Venetian boat song in a time of six or twelve quaver beats to the bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barcarole",1,1,2 ], "an instrumental composition resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barchan",1,1,1 ], "a crescent-shaped shifting sand dune, convex on the windward side and steeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barchan",1,1,1 ], "and concave on the leeward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bard",1,1,1,1 ], "(formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bard",1,1,2 ], "often legendary, of their tribes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bard",1,1,2 ], "one of an ancient Celtic order of poets who recited verses about the exploits," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bard",1,1,2,2 ], "(in modern times) a poet who wins a verse competition at a Welsh Eisteddfod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bard",1,1,3 ], "any poet, esp| one who writes lyric or heroic verse or is of national" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bard",1,1,3 ], "importance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bard",2,1,1 ], "a piece of larding bacon or pork fat placed on game or lean meat during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bard",2,1,1 ], "roasting to prevent drying out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bard",2,1,2 ], "an ornamental caparison for a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bard",2,2,1 ], "to place a bard on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bardolatry",1,1,1 ], "idolatry or excessive admiration of Shakespeare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",1,1,1 ], "unclothed; exposed: used esp| of a part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",1,1,2 ], "without the natural, conventional, or usual covering or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",1,1,3 ], "lacking appropriate furnishings, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",1,1,4 ], "unembellished; simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",1,1,5 ], "just sufficient; mere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",1,1,6 ], "with one's bare hands| without a weapon or tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",1,2,1 ], "to make bare; uncover; reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bare",2,1,1 ], "a past tense of bear'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bareback",1,2,1 ], "(of horse-riding) without a saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barefaced",1,1,1 ], "unconcealed or shameless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barefaced",1,1,2 ], "with the face uncovered or shaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barefoot",1,2,1 ], "with the feet uncovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barehanded",1,2,1 ], "without weapons, tools, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barehanded",1,2,2 ], "with hands uncovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bareheaded",1,2,1 ], "with head uncovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barely",1,1,1 ], "only just; scarcely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barely",1,1,2 ], "not quite; nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barely",1,1,3 ], "scantily; poorly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barely",1,1,4 ], "openly", 1 ). c_DEF([ "baresark",1,1,1 ], "another word for berserker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baresark",1,2,1 ], "without armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargain away",1,1,1 ], "or of little value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bargain away",1,1,1 ], "to lose or renounce (freedom, rights, etc|) in return for something valueless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargain for",1,1,1 ], "to expect anticipate (a style of behaviour, change in fortune, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargain on",1,1,1 ], "to rely or depend on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 1],"1810-91, U|S| showman, who created The Greatest Show on Earth (1871) and, with",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 1],"J| A| Bailey, founded the Barnum and Bailey Circus (1881)",2). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 1],"an agreement or contract establishing what each party will give, receive, or",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 1],"perform in a transaction between them",2). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"something bought or offered at a low price",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 2],"something acquired or received in such an agreement",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 3],"into or",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 4],"in excess of what has been stipulated; besides",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 5],"make or strike a bargain",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 1, 6],"to agree on terms",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to negotiate the terms of an agreement, transaction, etc",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to exchange, as in a bargain",1). c_DEF([ "bargain" ,1, 2, 3],"to arrive at (an agreement or settlement)",1). c_DEF([ "barge couple",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of outside rafters along the gable end of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge course",1,1,1 ], "the overhang of the gable end of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge course",1,1,2 ], "a course of bricks laid on edge to form the coping of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, usually flat-bottomed and with or without its own power, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,1,1 ], "transporting freight, esp| on canals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,1,2 ], "a vessel, often decorated, used in pageants, for state occasions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,1,3 ], "a boat allocated to a flag officer, used esp| for ceremonial occasions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,1,3 ], "often carried on board his flagship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,1,4 ], "any vessel, esp| an old or clumsy one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,2,1 ], "to bump (into)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,2,2 ], "to push (someone or one's way) violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,3,1 ], "to interrupt rudely or clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,3,2 ], "to bear down on (another boat or boats) at the start of a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,4,1 ], "to transport by barge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barge",1,5,1 ], "to move slowly or clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargeboard",1,1,1 ], "a board, often decorated with carved ornaments, placed along the gable end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargeboard",1,1,1 ], "a roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bargee",1,1,1 ], "a person employed on or in charge of a barge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargepole",1,1,1 ], "a long pole used to propel a barge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bargepole",1,1,2 ], "not touch with a bargepole| Informal| to refuse to have anything to do with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing barium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baric",2,1,1 ], "barometric pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baric",2,1,1 ], "of or concerned with weight, esp| that of the atmosphere as indicated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barilla",1,1,1 ], "an impure mixture of sodium carbonate and sodium sulphate obtained from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barilla",1,1,1 ], "ashes of certain plants, such as the saltworts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barilla",1,1,2 ], "either of two chenopodiaceous plants, Salsola kali (or soda) or Halogeton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barilla",1,1,2 ], "soda, formerly burned to obtain a form of sodium carbonate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barite",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for barytes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baritone",1,1,1 ], "eleventh below middle C to F a fourth above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baritone",1,1,1 ], "the second lowest adult male voice, having a range approximately from G an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baritone",1,1,2 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baritone",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baritone",1,1,3 ], "the second lowest instrument in the families of the saxophone, horn, oboe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baritone",1,2,1 ], "relating to or denoting a baritone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baritone",1,2,2 ], "denoting the second lowest instrument in a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barit|",1,1,1 ], "baritone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barium enema",1,1,1 ], "an injection into the rectum of a preparation of barium sulphate, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barium enema",1,1,1 ], "opaque to x-rays, before x-raying the lower alimentary canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous crystalline solid, used in the manufacture of organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "compounds and in the preparation of beet sugar| Formula: Ba(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barium meal",1,1,1 ], "a preparation of barium sulphate, which is opaque to x-rays, swallowed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barium meal",1,1,1 ], "patient before x-ray examination of the upper part of his alimentary canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellowish-white poisonous heavy powder used esp| as a dehydrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barium oxide",1,1,1 ], "agent| Formula: BaO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble fine heavy powder, used as a pigment, as a filler for paper," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "rubber, etc|, and in barium meals| Formula: BaSO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barium",1,1,1 ], "a soft silvery-white metallic element of the alkaline earth group| It is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barium",1,1,1 ], "atomic wt|: 137|34; valency: 2; relative density: 3|5; melting pt|: 725 degrees C;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 1140 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "barium",1,1,1 ], "in bearing alloys and compounds are used as pigments| Symbol: Ba; atomic no|: 56;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark beetle",1,1,1 ], "any small beetle of the family Scolytidae, which bore tunnels in the bark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark beetle",1,1,1 ], "wood of trees, causing great damage| They are closely related to the weevils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark cloth",1,1,1 ], "a papery fabric made from the fibrous inner bark of various trees, esp| of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark cloth",1,1,1 ], "moraceous genus Ficus and the leguminous genus Brachystegia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,1,1 ], "the loud abrupt usually harsh or gruff cry of a dog or any of certain other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,1,2 ], "a similar sound, such as one made by a person, gun, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,1,3 ], "his bark is worse than his bite| he is bad-tempered but harmless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,2,1 ], "(of a dog or any of certain other animals) to make its typical loud abrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,2,1 ], "cry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,3,1 ], "(of a person, gun, etc|) to make a similar loud harsh sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,3,2 ], "to say or shout in a brusque, peremptory, or angry tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,3,3 ], "to advertise (a show, merchandise, etc|) by loudly addressing passers-by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,3,4 ], "bark up the wrong tree| Informal| to misdirect one's attention, efforts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",1,3,4 ], "etc|; be mistaken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,1,1 ], "a protective layer of dead corky cells on the outside of the stems of woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,1,1 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,1,2 ], "any of several varieties of this substance that can be used in tanning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,1,2 ], "dyeing, or in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,1,3 ], "an informal name for cinchona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,2,1 ], "to scrape or rub off skin, as in an injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,2,2 ], "to remove the bark or a circle of bark from (a tree or log)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,2,3 ], "to cover or enclose with bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",2,2,4 ], "to tan (leather), principally by the tannins in barks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bark",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of barque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barkentine",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spellings of barquentine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barker",1,1,1 ], "an animal or person that barks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barker",1,1,2 ], "a person who stands at a show, fair booth, etc|, and loudly addresses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barker",1,1,2 ], "passers-by to attract customers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barker",2,1,1 ], "a person or machine that removes bark from trees or logs or prepares it for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barker",2,1,1 ], "tanning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barkhan",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of barchan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barking deer",1,1,1 ], "another name for muntjac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barley sugar",1,1,1 ], "a brittle clear amber-coloured sweet made by boiling sugar, originally with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barley sugar",1,1,1 ], "barley extract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barley water",1,1,1 ], "a drink made from an infusion of barley, usually flavoured with lemon or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barley water",1,1,1 ], "orange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barley wine",1,1,1 ], "an exceptionally strong beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barley",1,1,1 ], "any of various erect annual temperate grasses of the genus Hordeum, esp| H|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barley",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for grain and forage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barley",1,1,1 ], "vulgare, that have short leaves and dense bristly flower spikes and are widely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barley",1,1,2 ], "soups, puddings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barley",1,1,2 ], "the grain of any of these grasses, used in making beer and whisky and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barley",2,1,1 ], "a cry for truce or respite from the rules of a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barleycorn",1,1,1 ], "a grain of barley, or barley itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barleycorn",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete unit of length equal to one third of an inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barm cake",1,1,1 ], "a round flat soft bread roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barm",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for yeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barmaid",1,1,1 ], "a woman who serves in a pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barman",1,1,1 ], "a man who serves in a pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barmy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barmy",1,1,2 ], "insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn dance",1,1,1 ], "a progressive round country dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn dance",1,1,2 ], "a party with hoedown music and square dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn dance",1,1,3 ], "a party featuring country dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn door",1,1,1 ], "the door of a barn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn door",1,1,2 ], "a target so large that it cannot be missed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn owl",1,1,1 ], "any owl of the genus Tyto, esp| T| alba, having a pale brown and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn owl",1,1,1 ], "plumage, long slender legs, and a heart-shaped face: family Tytonidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barn swallow",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for the common swallow, Hirundo rustica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn",1,1,1 ], "a large farm outbuilding, used chiefly for storing hay, grain, etc|, but also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn",1,1,1 ], "for housing livestock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barn",1,1,2 ], "a large shed for sheltering railroad cars, trucks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn",1,1,3 ], "any large building, esp| an unattractive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn",2,1,1 ], "a unit of nuclear cross section equal to 10'-'2'8 square metre| Symbol: b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barn-brack",1,1,1 ], "a large muffin with currants in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnacle goose",1,1,1 ], "a N European goose, Branta leucopsis, that has a black-and-white head and body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnacle goose",1,1,1 ], "and grey wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barnacle goose",1,1,2 ], "a former name for brent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnacle",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine crustaceans of the subclass Cirripedia that, as adults," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnacle",1,1,1 ], "live attached to rocks, ship bottoms, etc| They have feathery food-catching cirri" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barnacle",1,1,1 ], "protruding from a hard shell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barnacle",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is difficult to get rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barney",1,1,1 ], "a noisy argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barney",1,2,1 ], "to argue or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnstorm",1,1,1 ], "acrobatic shows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barnstorm",1,1,1 ], "to tour rural districts putting on shows, esp| theatrical, athletic, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnstorm",1,1,2 ], "to tour rural districts making speeches in a political campaign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnyard",1,1,1 ], "a yard adjoining a barn, in which farm animals are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnyard",1,1,2 ], "belonging to or characteristic of a barnyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barnyard",1,1,3 ], "crude or earthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating weight or pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barogram",1,1,1 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barogram",1,1,1 ], "the record of atmospheric pressure traced by a barograph or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barograph" ,1, 1, 1],"a self-recording aneroid barometer",1). c_DEF([ "barometer",1,1,1 ], "altitude or weather changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure, usually to determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barometer",1,1,2 ], "anything that shows change or impending change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barometric pressure",1,1,1 ], "atmospheric pressure as indicated by a barometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baron of beef",1,1,1 ], "a cut of beef consisting of a double sirloin joined at the backbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,1 ], "Isles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,1 ], "a member of a specific rank of nobility, esp| the lowest rank in the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,2 ], "(in Europe from the Middle Ages) originally any tenant-in-chief of a king or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,2 ], "nobleman" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,2 ], "other overlord, who held land from his superior by honourable service; a land-holding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,3 ], "a powerful businessman or financier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) the title held by judges of the Court of Exchequer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baron",1,1,5 ], "short for baron of beef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baronage",1,1,1 ], "barons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baronage",1,1,2 ], "the rank or dignity of a baron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroness",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a baron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroness",1,1,2 ], "a woman holding the rank of baron in her own right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baronet",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a commoner who holds the lowest hereditary title of honour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baronet",1,1,1 ], "ranking below a baron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baronetage",1,1,1 ], "the order of baronets; baronets collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baronetage",1,1,2 ], "the rank of a baronet; baronetcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baronetcy",1,1,1 ], "the rank, position, or patent of a baronet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barong",1,1,1 ], "a broad-bladed cleaver-like knife used in the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baronial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or befitting a baron or barons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barony",1,1,1,1 ], "the domain of a baron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barony",1,1,1,2 ], "(in Ireland) a division of a county" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barony",1,1,1,3 ], "(in Scotland) a large estate or manor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barony",1,1,2 ], "the rank or dignity of a baron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barony",1,1,3 ], "a sphere of influence dominated by an industrial magnate or other powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barony",1,1,3 ], "individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,1,1 ], "a style of architecture and decorative art that flourished throughout Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,1,1 ], "from the late 16th to the early 18th century, characterized by extensive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,1,1 ], "ornamentation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,1,2 ], "a 17th-century style of music characterized by extensive use of the thorough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,1,2 ], "bass and of ornamentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,1,3 ], "any ornate or heavily ornamented style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,2,1 ], "denoting, being in, or relating to the baroque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroque",1,2,2 ], "(of pearls) irregularly shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroscope",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure, esp| a manometer with one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baroscope",1,1,1 ], "side open to the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barostat",1,1,1 ], "a device for maintaining constant pressure, such as one used in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barostat",1,1,1 ], "cabin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barouche",1,1,1 ], "a four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage, popular in the 19th century, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barouche",1,1,1 ], "driver's seat outside at the front" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barouche",1,1,1 ], "retractable hood over the rear half, seats inside for two couples facing each other, and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barque",1,1,1 ], "a sailing ship of three or more masts having the foremasts rigged square and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barque",1,1,1 ], "the aftermast rigged fore-and-aft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barque",1,1,2 ], "any boat, esp| a small sailing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barquentine",1,1,1 ], "a sailing ship of three or more masts rigged square on the foremast and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barquentine",1,1,1 ], "fore-and-aft on the others| Usual U|S| spelling: barkentine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barr",1,1,1 ], "guitar, lute, or similar instrument, so that the pitch of each stopped string is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barr",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously raised" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barr",1,1,1 ], "the act of laying the index finger over some or all of the strings of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barr",1,1,2 ], "the playing of chords in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barr",1,2,1 ], "to execute (chords, etc|) in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barr",1,3,1 ], "by using the barre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrack",1,1,1 ], "to house (soldiers, etc|) in barracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrack",2,1,1 ], "and Austral| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrack",2,1,2 ], "to criticize loudly or shout against (a player, team, speaker, etc|); jeer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrack",2,2,1 ], "to shout support (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barracks",1,1,1 ], "a building or group of buildings used to accommodate military personnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barracks",1,1,2 ], "any large building used for housing people, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barracks",1,1,3 ], "a large and bleak building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barracoon",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a temporary place of confinement for slaves or convicts, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barracoon",1,1,1 ], "awaiting transportation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barracouta",1,1,1 ], "a large predatory Pacific fish, Thyrsites atun, with a protruding lower jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barracouta",1,1,1 ], "and strong teeth: family Gempylidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barracuda",1,1,1 ], "any predatory marine teleost fish of the mostly tropical family Sphyraenidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barracuda",1,1,1 ], "esp| Sphyraena barracuda, which attacks man| They have an elongated body, strong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barracuda",1,1,1 ], "teeth, and a protruding lower jaw" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barrage balloon",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of tethered balloons with cables or net suspended from them," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrage balloon",1,1,1 ], "used to deter low-flying air attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrage",1,1,1 ], "the firing of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrage",1,1,2 ], "an overwhelming and continuous delivery of something, as words, questions, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrage",1,1,2 ], "punches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrage",1,1,3 ], "a construction across a watercourse, esp| one to increase the depth of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrage",1,1,3 ], "to assist navigation or irrigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrage",1,1,4 ], "a heat or series of bouts in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrage",1,2,1 ], "to attack or confront with a barrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barramunda",1,1,1 ], "an edible Australian lungfish, Neoceratodus forsteri, having paddle-like fins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barramunda",1,1,1 ], "and a long body covered with large scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barranca",1,1,1 ], "a ravine or precipice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrator",1,1,1 ], "a person guilty of barratry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barratry",1,1,1 ], "the vexatious stirring up of quarrels or bringing lawsuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barratry",1,1,2 ], "a fraudulent practice committed by the master or crew of a ship to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barratry",1,1,2 ], "prejudice of the owner or charterer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barratry",1,1,3 ], "the crime committed by a judge in accepting a bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barratry",1,1,4 ], "the purchase or sale of public or Church offices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barre",1,1,1 ], "a rail at hip height used for ballet practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel organ",1,1,1 ], "an instrument consisting of a cylinder turned by a handle and having pins on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel organ",1,1,1 ], "it that interrupt the air flow to certain pipes, thereby playing any of a number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrel organ",1,1,1 ], "of tunes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barrel organ",1,1,2 ], "a similar instrument in which the projections on a rotating barrel pluck a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel organ",1,1,2 ], "of strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrel vault",1,1,1 ], "a vault in the form of a half cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical container usually bulging outwards in the middle and held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,1 ], "together by metal hoops; cask" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,10 ], "a large measure; a great deal (esp| in the phrases barrel of fun, barrel of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,10 ], "laughter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,11 ], "over a barrel| Informal| powerless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,12 ], "resource" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,12 ], "scrape the barrel| Informal| to be forced to use one's last and weakest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,2 ], "the amount that a barrel can hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,3 ], "a unit of capacity used in brewing, equal to 36 Imperial gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,4 ], "U|S| gallons or 35 Imperial gallons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,4 ], "a unit of capacity used in the oil and other industries, normally equal to 42" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,5 ], "a thing or part shaped like a barrel, esp| a tubular part of a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,6 ], "the tube through which the projectile of a firearm is discharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,7 ], "the cylindrical drum in a watch or clock that is rotated by the mainspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,8 ], "the trunk of a four-legged animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,1,9 ], "the quill of a feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to put into a barrel or barrels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,2,2 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,2,3 ], "usually foll| by along) U|S| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel",1,2,4 ], "to travel or move very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrel-chested",1,1,1 ], "having a large rounded chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrelhouse",1,1,1 ], "a cheap and disreputable drinking establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrelhouse",1,1,1,1 ], "a vigorous and unpolished style of jazz for piano, originating in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrelhouse",1,1,1,1 ], "barrelhouses of New Orleans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrelhouse",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barren",1,1,1 ], "incapable of producing offspring, seed, or fruit; sterile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barren",1,1,2 ], "unable to support the growth of crops, etc|; unproductive; bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barren",1,1,3 ], "lacking in stimulation or ideas; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barren",1,1,4 ], "not producing worthwhile results; unprofitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barren",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by of) totally lacking (in); devoid (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrens",1,1,1 ], "(in North America) a stretch of usually level land that is sparsely vegetated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrens",1,1,1 ], "or barren" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrenwort",1,1,1 ], "a herbaceous European berberidaceous plant, Epimedium alpinum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrenwort",1,1,1 ], "red-and-yellow star-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barret",1,1,1 ], "a small flat cap resembling a biretta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrette",1,1,1 ], "a clasp or pin for holding women's hair in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barricade",1,1,1 ], "a barrier for defence, esp| one erected hastily, as during street fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barricade",1,2,1 ], "access to (a room, district of a town, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barricade",1,2,1 ], "to erect a barricade across (an entrance, passageway, etc|) or at points of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barricade",1,2,2 ], "to obstruct; block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier cream",1,1,1 ], "a cream used to protect the skin, esp| the hands, from dirt and from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier cream",1,1,1 ], "action of oils or solvents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrier reef",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow coral reef near and lying parallel to the shore, separated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier reef",1,1,1 ], "it by deep water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrier",1,1,1 ], "anything serving to obstruct passage or to maintain separation, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier",1,1,1 ], "fence or gate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrier",1,1,2 ], "anything that prevents or obstructs passage, access, or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier",1,1,3 ], "anything that separates or hinders union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier",1,1,3,1 ], "an exposed offshore sand bar separated from the shore by a lagoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrier",1,1,4 ], "that part of the Antarctic icecap extending over the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barring",1,1,1 ], "unless (something) occurs; except for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrio",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish-speaking quarter in a town or city, esp| in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrio",1,1,2 ], "a Spanish-speaking community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrister",1,1,1 ], "a lawyer who has been called to the bar and is qualified to plead in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrister",1,1,1 ], "higher courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrister",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for lawyer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barroom",1,1,1 ], "a room or building where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrow boy",1,1,1 ], "a man who sells his wares from a barrow; street vendor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",1,1,1 ], "the amount contained in or on a barrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",1,1,2 ], "a handcart, typically having two wheels and a canvas roof, used esp| by street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",1,1,2 ], "vendors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",1,1,3 ], "concern or business (esp| in the phrases that's not my barrow, that's just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",1,1,3 ], "my barrow)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",2,1,1 ], "a heap of earth placed over one or more prehistoric tombs, often surrounded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",2,1,1 ], "chambers;round barrows are Bronze Age, covering cremations in urns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",2,1,1 ], "ditches| Long barrows are elongated Neolithic mounds usually covering stone burial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barrow",3,1,1 ], "a castrated pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bartender",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for barman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barter",1,1,1 ], "rather than for money" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barter",1,1,1 ], "to trade (goods, services, etc|) in exchange for other goods, services, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barter",1,2,1 ], "to haggle over the terms of such an exchange; bargain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barter",1,3,1 ], "trade by the exchange of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bartizan",1,1,1 ], "a small turret projecting from a wall, parapet, or tower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barton",1,1,1 ], "a farmyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barycentre",1,1,1 ], "a centre of mass, esp| of the earth-moon system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barye",1,1,1 ], "1 barye is equivalent to 1 microbar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barye",1,1,1 ], "a unit of pressure in the cgs system equal to one dyne per square centimetre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baryon",1,1,1 ], "Baryons are either nucleons or hyperons| The baryon number is the number of baryons in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "baryon",1,1,1 ], "a system minus the number of antibaryons" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "baryon",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of elementary particles that have a mass greater than or equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baryon",1,1,1 ], "to that of the proton, participate in strong interactions, and have a spin of |" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barysphere",1,1,1 ], "nickel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "barysphere",1,1,1 ], "the central portion of the earth, thought to consist chiefly of iron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baryta",1,1,1 ], "another name for barium oxide or barium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barytes",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white mineral consisting of barium sulphate in rhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barytes",1,1,1 ], "barium| Formula: BaSO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "barytes",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form, occurring in sedimentary rocks and with sulphide ores: a source of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baryton",1,1,1 ], "a bass viol with sympathetic strings as well as its six main strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barytone",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of baritone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barytone",2,1,1 ], "having the last syllable unaccented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "barytone",2,2,1 ], "a word in which the last syllable is unaccented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar|",1,1,1 ], "barometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar|",1,1,2 ], "barometric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar|",1,1,3 ], "barrel (container or unit of measure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bar|",1,1,4 ], "barrister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bas bleu",1,1,1 ], "a bluestocking; intellectual woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bas mitzvah",1,1,1 ], "(in some congregations) a celebration of a girl's 12th birthday, equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bas mitzvah",1,1,1 ], "to a boy's bar mitzvah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bas mitzvah",1,1,2 ], "a girl of this age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bas-relief",1,1,1 ], "background but no part is completely detached from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bas-relief",1,1,1 ], "background but no part is completely detached from it", 2). c_DEF([ "bas-relief",1,1,1 ], "rilievo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bas-relief",1,1,1 ], "sculpture in low relief, in which the forms project slightly from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basal anaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "for total anaesthesia with another agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basal anaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "preliminary and incomplete anaesthesia induced to prepare a surgical patient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basal ganglia",1,1,1 ], "situated near the base of the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basal ganglia",1,1,1 ], "the thalamus together with other closely related masses of grey matter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basal metabolic rate",1,1,1 ], "eating, measured in kilocalories per square metre of body surface per hour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basal metabolic rate",1,1,1 ], "the rate at which heat is produced by the body at rest, 12 to 14 hours after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basal metabolism",1,1,1 ], "functions as breathing and circulation of the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basal metabolism",1,1,1 ], "the amount of energy required by an individual in the resting state, for such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basal",1,1,1 ], "at, of, or constituting a base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basal",1,1,2 ], "of or constituting a foundation or basis; fundamental; essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basalt",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained dark basic igneous rock consisting of plagioclase feldspar, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basalt",1,1,1 ], "pyroxene, and olivine: the most common volcanic rock and usually extrusive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basalt",1,1,2 ], "a form of black unglazed pottery resembling basalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basaltware",1,1,1 ], "hard fine-grained black stoneware, made in Europe, esp| in England, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basaltware",1,1,1 ], "late 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bascinet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of basinet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bascule",1,1,1 ], "a bridge with a movable section hinged about a horizontal axis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bascule",1,1,1 ], "counterbalanced by a weight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bascule",1,1,2 ], "a movable roadway forming part of such a bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base component",1,1,1 ], "structure of the language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base component",1,1,1 ], "the system of rules in a transformational grammar that specify the deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base hospital",1,1,1 ], "a hospital serving a large rural area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base level",1,1,1 ], "the lowest level to which a land surface can be eroded by streams, which is," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base level",1,1,1 ], "ultimately, sea level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base load",1,1,1 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base load",1,1,1 ], "the more or less constant part of the total load on an electrical power-supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base metal",1,1,1 ], "any of certain common metals such as copper, lead, zinc, and tin, as distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base metal",1,1,1 ], "from the precious metals, gold, silver, and platinum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base period",1,1,1 ], "a neutral period used as a standard for comparison in constructing an index to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base period",1,1,1 ], "express a variable factor: 100 is usually taken as the index number for the variable in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base period",1,1,1 ], "the base period" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "base rate",1,1,1 ], "lending rates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base rate",1,1,1 ], "the rate of interest used by individual clearing banks as a basis for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,1 ], "the bottom or supporting part of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,10 ], "another word for baseline ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,11 ], "the lower side or face of a geometric construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,12 ], "higher counting place| Any number can be expressed by adding together multiples of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,12 ], "increasing integral powers of the base" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,12 ], "the number of units in a counting system that is equivalent to one in the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,13 ], "number) equal to that power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,13 ], "the number that when raised to a certain power has a logarithm (based on that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,13,1 ], "a root or stem| b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,14 ], "the region in a transistor between the emitter and collector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,15 ], "emulsion with which it is coated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,15 ], "the glass, paper, or cellulose-ester film that supports the sensitized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,16 ], "the lower part of the shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,17 ], "the quality factor used in pricing natural pearls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,18 ], "a starting or finishing point in any of various games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,19 ], "any of the four corners of the diamond, which runners have to reach in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,19 ], "to score" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,2 ], "organization; basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,2 ], "the fundamental or underlying principle or part, as of an idea, system, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,2,1 ], "a centre of operations, organization, or supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,20 ], "get to first base| U|S| informal| to accomplish the first stage in a project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,20 ], "or a series of objectives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,21 ], "off base| U|S| informal| wrong or badly mistaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,3 ], "a centre from which military activities are coordinated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,4 ], "anything from which a process, as of measurement, action, or thought, is or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,4 ], "may be begun; starting point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,5 ], "the main ingredient of a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,6 ], "a chemical compound that combines with an acid to form a salt and water| A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,6 ], "pH greater than 7| Bases are metal oxides or hydroxides or amines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,6 ], "solution of a base in water turns litmus paper blue, produces hydroxyl ions, and has a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,7 ], "a medium such as oil or water in which the pigment is dispersed in paints," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,7 ], "inks, etc|; vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,8 ], "the inorganic material on which the dye is absorbed in lake pigments; carrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,8,1 ], "the part of an organ nearest to its point of attachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,8,2 ], "the point of attachment of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,9 ], "the bottommost layer or part of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,9,1 ], "the lowest division of a building or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,1,9,2 ], "the lower part of a column or pier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,2,1 ], "to use as a basis (for); found (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by at or in) to station, post, or place (a person or oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,1 ], "devoid of honour or morality; ignoble; contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,2 ], "of inferior quality or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,3 ], "debased; alloyed; counterfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,3,1 ], "(of land tenure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,4 ], "held by villein or other ignoble service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,4,2 ], "holding land by villein or other ignoble service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,5 ], "born of humble parents; plebeian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,1,6 ], "illegitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "base",2,3,1 ], "an obsolete spelling of bass'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseball",1,1,1 ], "a team game with nine players on each side, played on a field with four bases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseball",1,1,1 ], "connected to form a diamond| The object is to score runs by batting the ball and running" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baseball",1,1,1 ], "round the bases" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "baseball",1,1,2 ], "the hard rawhide-covered ball used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseboard",1,1,1 ], "a board functioning as the base of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseboard",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| word for skirting board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseborn",1,1,1 ], "born of humble parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseborn",1,1,2 ], "illegitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseborn",1,1,3 ], "mean; contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseburner",1,1,1 ], "a stove into which coal is automatically fed from a hopper above the fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseburner",1,1,1 ], "chamber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baseless",1,1,1 ], "not based on fact; unfounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseline",1,1,1 ], "a measured line through a survey area from which triangulations are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseline",1,1,2 ], "an imaginary line, standard of value, etc|, by which things are measured or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseline",1,1,2 ], "compared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baseline",1,1,3 ], "a line at each end of a tennis court that marks the limit of play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baseman",1,1,1 ], "a fielder positioned near a base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basement",1,1,1,1 ], "a partly or wholly underground storey of a building, esp| the one immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basement",1,1,1,1 ], "below the main floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basement",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basement",1,1,2 ], "the foundation or substructure of a wall or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basenji",1,1,1 ], "a small smooth-haired breed of dog of African origin having a tightly curled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basenji",1,1,1 ], "tail and an inability to bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bases",1,1,1 ], "the plural of basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bases",2,1,1 ], "the plural of base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bash up",1,1,1 ], "to thrash; beat violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bash",1,1,1 ], "to strike violently or crushingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bash",1,2,1 ], "to smash, break, etc|, with a crashing blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bash",1,3,1 ], "to crash (into); collide (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bash",1,4,1 ], "a heavy blow, as from a fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bash",1,4,2 ], "a party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bash",1,4,3 ], "have a bash| Informal| to make an attempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bashaw",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of pasha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bashaw",1,1,2 ], "an important or pompous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bashful",1,1,1 ], "disposed to attempt to avoid notice through shyness or modesty; diffident;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bashful",1,1,1 ], "timid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bashful",1,1,2 ], "indicating or characterized by shyness or modesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bashibazouk",1,1,1 ], "(in the 19th century) one of a group of irregular Turkish soldiers notorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bashibazouk",1,1,1 ], "for their brutality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basic English",1,1,1 ], "a simplified form of English containing a vocabulary of approximately 850 of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic English",1,1,1 ], "the commonest English words, intended as an international language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basic education",1,1,1 ], "(in India) education in which all teaching is correlated with the learning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic education",1,1,1 ], "a craft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basic slag",1,1,1 ], "a furnace slag produced in steel-making, containing large amounts of calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic slag",1,1,1 ], "phosphate: used as a fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or forming a base or basis; fundamental; underlying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,2 ], "elementary or simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,3 ], "without additions or extras" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,3,1 ], "of, denoting, or containing a base; alkaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a salt) containing hydroxyl or oxide groups not all of which have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,3,2 ], "replaced by an acid radical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,4 ], "made of a basic material, such as magnesium oxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,4 ], "of, concerned with, or made by a process in which the furnace or converter is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,5 ], "(of such igneous rocks as basalt) containing less than 50 per cent silica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,1,6 ], "primary or initial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basic",1,2,1 ], "a fundamental principle, fact, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basicity",1,1,1,1 ], "the state of being a base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basicity",1,1,1,2 ], "the extent to which a substance is basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basidiomycete",1,1,1 ], "any fungus of the class Basidiomycetes, in which the spores are produced in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basidiomycete",1,1,1 ], "basidia| The group includes puffballs, smuts, and rusts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basidiospore",1,1,1 ], "one of the spores, usually four in number, produced in a basidium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basidium",1,1,1 ], "the structure, produced by basidiomycetous fungi after sexual reproduction, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basidium",1,1,1 ], "which spores are formed at the tips of projecting slender stalks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basifixed",1,1,1 ], "(of an anther) attached to the filament by its base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basil",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Ocimum basilicum, having spikes of small white flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basil",1,1,1 ], "aromatic leaves used as herbs for seasoning: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basil",1,1,2 ], "a European plant, Satureja vulgaris (or Clinopodium vulgare), with dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basil",1,1,2 ], "clusters of small pink or whitish flowers: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basil",1,1,3 ], "basil-thyme| a European plant, Acinos arvensis, having clusters of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basil",1,1,3 ], "violet-and-white flowers: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basilar",1,1,1 ], "of or situated at a base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basilic vein",1,1,1 ], "a large vein situated on the inner side of the arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basilica",1,1,1 ], "a Roman building, used for public administration, having a large rectangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basilica",1,1,1 ], "central nave with an aisle on each side and an apse at the end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basilica",1,1,2 ], "a rectangular early Christian or medieval church, usually having a nave with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basilica",1,1,2 ], "clerestories, two or four aisles, one or more vaulted apses, and a timber roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basilica",1,1,3 ], "a Roman Catholic church having special ceremonial rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basilisk",1,1,1 ], "(in classical legend) a serpent that could kill by its breath or glance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basilisk",1,1,2 ], "America: family Iguanidae (iguanas)| The males have an inflatable head crest, used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basilisk",1,1,2 ], "any small arboreal semiaquatic lizard of the genus Basiliscus of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basilisk",1,1,2 ], "display" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "basilisk",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a large cannon, usually made of brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,1 ], "a round container open and wide at the top with sides sloping inwards towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,1 ], "the bottom or base, esp| one in which liquids are mixed or stored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,2 ], "the amount a basin will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,3 ], "a washbasin or sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,4 ], "any partially enclosed or sheltered area where vessels may be moored or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,4 ], "docked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,5 ], "sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,5 ], "the catchment area of a particular river and its tributaries or of a lake or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,6 ], "a depression in the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,7 ], "a part of the earth's surface consisting of rock strata that slope down to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basin",1,1,7 ], "common centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basinet",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting medieval helmet of light steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basion",1,1,1 ], "the midpoint on the forward border of the foramen magnum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basipetal",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves and flowers) produced in order from the apex downwards so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basipetal",1,1,1 ], "youngest are at the base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basis",1,1,1 ], "abstract idea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basis",1,1,1 ], "something that underlies, supports, or is essential to something else, esp| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basis",1,1,2 ], "a principle on which something depends or from which something has issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bask",1,1,1 ], "to lie in or be exposed to pleasant warmth, esp| that of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bask",1,1,2 ], "condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bask",1,1,2 ], "to flourish or feel secure under some benevolent influence or favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket chair",1,1,1 ], "a chair made of wickerwork; a wicker chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket clause",1,1,1 ], "an all-inclusive or comprehensive clause in a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket hilt",1,1,1 ], "a hilt fitted to a sword, with a basket-shaped guard to protect the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket weave",1,1,1 ], "a weave of two or more yarns together, resembling that of a basket, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket weave",1,1,1 ], "wool or linen fabric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,1 ], "a container made of interwoven strips of pliable materials, such as cane," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,1 ], "straw, thin wood, or plastic, and often carried by means of a handle or handles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,2 ], "the amount a basket will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,3 ], "something resembling such a container in appearance or function, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,3 ], "structure suspended from a balloon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,3,1 ], "an open horizontal metal hoop fixed to the backboard, through which a player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,3,1 ], "must throw the ball to score points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,3,2 ], "a point or points scored in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket",1,1,4 ], "a euphemism for bastard 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket-star",1,1,1 ], "any of several echinoderms of the genus Gorgonocephalus, in which long slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basket-star",1,1,1 ], "arms radiate from a central disc: order Ophiuroidea (brittle-stars)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basketball",1,1,1 ], "a game played by two opposing teams of five men (or six women) each, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basketball",1,1,1 ], "horizontal metal hoop" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "basketball",1,1,1 ], "on an indoor court| Points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basketball",1,1,2 ], "the inflated ball used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basketry",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of making baskets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basketry",1,1,2 ], "baskets collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basketwork",1,1,1 ], "another word for wickerwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basking shark",1,1,1 ], "a very large plankton-eating shark, Cetorhinus maximus, often floating at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basking shark",1,1,1 ], "sea surface: family Cetorhinidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basophil",1,1,1 ], "(of cells or cell contents) easily stained by basic dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basophil",1,2,1 ], "a basophil cell, esp| a leucocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass clef",1,1,1 ], "staff| Symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bass clef",1,1,1 ], "the clef that establishes F a fifth below middle C on the fourth line of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass drum",1,1,1 ], "a large shallow drum of low and indefinite pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass guitar",1,1,1 ], "an electrically amplified guitar that has the same pitch and tuning as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass guitar",1,1,1 ], "double bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bass viol",1,1,1 ], "another name for viola da gamba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass viol",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for double bass ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,1 ], "C to D a tone above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,1 ], "the lowest adult male voice usually having a range from E a 13th below middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,2 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,3 ], "the bass| the lowest part in a piece of harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,4 ], "short for bass guitar, double bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,4,1 ], "recorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,4,1 ], "the low-frequency gain of an audio amplifier, esp| in a record player or tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,1,4,2 ], "the knob controlling this on such an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,2,1 ], "relating to or denoting the bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",1,2,2 ], "denoting the lowest and largest instrument in a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",2,1,1 ], "any of various sea perches, esp| Morone labrax, a popular game fish with one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",2,1,1 ], "large spiny dorsal fin separate from a second smaller one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bass",2,1,2 ], "another name for the European perch (see perch%2 #51)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",2,1,3 ], "Micropterus salmoides family Centrarchidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bass",2,1,3 ], "any of various predatory North American freshwater percoid fishes, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",2,1,4 ], "(sunfishes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",3,1,1 ], "another name for bast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bass",3,1,2 ], "short for basswood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basset horn",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete woodwind instrument of the clarinet family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basset",1,1,1 ], "a long low smooth-haired breed of hound with short strong legs and long ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basset",2,2,1 ], "a less common word for outcrop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bassinet",1,1,1 ], "a wickerwork or wooden cradle or pram, usually hooded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bassist",1,1,1 ], "a player of a double bass, esp| in a jazz band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basso continuo",1,1,1 ], "another term for thorough bass|Often shortened to continuo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basso profundo",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in operatic solo singing) a singer with a very deep bass voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basso rilievo",1,1,1 ], "Italian name for bas-relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basso",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in operatic or solo singing) a singer with a bass voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bassoon",1,1,1 ], "a woodwind instrument, the tenor of the oboe family| Range: about three and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bassoon",1,1,1 ], "half octaves upwards from the B flat below the bass staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bassoon",1,1,2 ], "an orchestral musician who plays the bassoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basswood",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American linden trees, esp| Tilia americana| Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basswood",1,1,1 ], "shortened to bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "basswood",1,1,2 ], "the soft light-coloured wood of any of these trees, used for furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bast",1,1,1 ], "another name for phloem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bast",1,1,2 ], "fibrous material obtained from the phloem of jute, hemp, flax, lime, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bast",1,1,2 ], "used for making rope, matting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bastard measles",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for rubella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard title",1,1,1 ], "another name for half-title (of a book)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard wing",1,1,1 ], "a tuft of feathers attached to the first digit of a bird, distinct from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard wing",1,1,1 ], "wing feathers attached to the other digits and the ulna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,1,1 ], "a person born of unmarried parents; an illegitimate baby, child, or adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,1,2 ], "an obnoxious or despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,1,3 ], "a person, esp| a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,1,4 ], "something extremely difficult or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,1,5 ], "something irregular, abnormal, or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,1,6 ], "a hybrid, esp| an accidental or inferior one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,2,1 ], "illegitimate by birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,2,2 ], "irregular, abnormal, or inferior in shape, size, or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,2,3 ], "resembling a specified thing, but not actually being such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastard",1,2,4 ], "counterfeit; spurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastardization",1,1,1 ], "the act of bastardizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastardization",1,1,1,1 ], "an initiation ceremony in a school or military unit, esp| one involving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastardization",1,1,1,1 ], "brutality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bastardization",1,1,1,2 ], "brutality or bullying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastardize",1,1,1 ], "to debase; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastardize",1,1,2 ], "to declare illegitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastardry",1,1,1 ], "malicious or cruel behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastardy",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being a bastard; illegitimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baste",1,1,1 ], "to sew with loose temporary stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baste",2,1,1 ], "to moisten (meat) during cooking with hot fat and the juices produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baste",3,1,1 ], "to beat thoroughly thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basti",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a slum inhabited by poor people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastinado" ,1, 1, 1],"punishment or torture in which the soles of the feet are beaten with a stick",1). c_DEF([ "bastinado" ,1, 1, 2],"a stick; cudgel",1). c_DEF([ "bastinado" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to beat (a person) on the soles of the feet",1). c_DEF([ "basting",1,1,1 ], "loose temporary stitches; tacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "basting",1,1,2 ], "sewing with such stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastion",1,1,1 ], "a projecting part of a rampart, connected by two flanks to the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastion",1,1,1 ], "fortification, esp| one at the angle of a wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bastion",1,1,2 ], "any fortified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastion",1,1,3 ], "a thing or person regarded as upholding or defending an attitude, principle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastion",1,1,3 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bastnaesite",1,1,1 ], "a rare yellow to reddish-brown mineral consisting of a carbonate of fluorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bastnaesite",1,1,1 ], "and several lanthanide metals| It occurs in association with zinc and is a source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bastnaesite",1,1,1 ], "of the lanthanides| Formula: LaFCO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bat around",1,1,1 ], "to discuss (an idea, proposition, etc|) informally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bat around",1,2,1 ], "Also: bat along| U|S| slang and Brit| dialect| to wander or move about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bat mitzvah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bas mitzvah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any of various types of club with a handle, used to hit the ball in certain",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"sports, such as cricket, baseball, or table tennis",2). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 10],"carry one's bat| Cricket",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 11],"(of a batsman) to reach the end of an innings without being dismissed",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 12],"else",2). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 12],"off one's own bat| of one's own accord; without being prompted by someone",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 13],"(right)",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 14],"off the bat| U|S| informal| immediately; without hesitation",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 2],"a flat round club with a short handle, resembling a table-tennis bat, used by",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 2],"a man on the ground to guide the pilot of an aircraft when taxiing",2). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,batsman",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 4],"any stout stick, esp| a wooden one",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 5],"a blow from such a stick",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 6],"a small board used for tossing the coins in the game of two-up",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 7],"a drinking spree; binge",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 8],"speed; rate; pace",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 1, 9],"another word for ,batting ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to strike with or as if with a bat",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) Cricket, etc",1). c_DEF([ "bat" ,1, 2, 3],"(of a player or a team) to take a turn at batting",1). c_DEF([ "bat",2,1,1 ], "Megachiroptera and Microchiroptera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bat",2,1,1 ], "any placental mammal of the order Chiroptera;any nocturnal mouselike animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bat",2,1,1 ], "flying with a pair of membranous wings (patagia)|The group is divided into the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bat",2,1,2 ], "blind as a bat| having extremely poor eyesight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bat",2,1,3 ], "have bats in the belfry| Informal| to be mad or eccentric; have strange ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bat",3,1,1 ], "to wink or flutter (one's eyelids)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bat",3,1,2 ], "not bat an eye Informal| to show no surprise or concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batata",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweet potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batch processing",1,1,1 ], "a system by which the computer programs of a number of individual users are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batch processing",1,1,1 ], "submitted to the computer as a single batch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batch",1,1,1 ], "a group or set of usually similar objects or people, esp| if sent off," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batch",1,1,1 ], "handled, or arriving at the same time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batch",1,1,2 ], "the bread, cakes, etc|, produced at one baking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batch",1,1,3 ], "the amount of a material needed for an operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batch",1,1,4 ], "a tall loaf having a close texture and a thick crust on the top and bottom," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batch",1,1,4 ], "apart after baking to have white crumby sides; made esp| in Scotland and Ireland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "batch",1,1,4 ], "baked as part of a batch: the sides of each loaf are greased so that they will pull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batch",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bate",1,1,1 ], "another word for abate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bate",1,1,2 ], "with bated breath| holding one's breath in suspense or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bate",2,1,1 ], "(of hawks) to jump violently from a perch or the falconer's fist, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bate",2,1,1 ], "hanging from the leash while struggling to escape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bate",3,1,1 ], "chemicals used in previous treatments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bate",3,1,1 ], "to soak (skin or hides) in a special solution to soften them and remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bate",3,2,1 ], "the solution used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bate",4,1,1 ], "a bad temper or rage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bateau",1,1,1 ], "a light flat-bottomed boat used on rivers in Canada and the northern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bateleur eagle",1,1,1 ], "an African crested bird of prey, Terathopius ecaudatus, with a short tail and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bateleur eagle",1,1,1 ], "long wings: subfamily Circaetinae, family Accipitridae (hawks, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batfish",1,1,1 ], "any angler of the family Ogcocephalidae, having a flattened scaleless body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batfish",1,1,1 ], "moving on the sea floor by means of fleshy pectoral and pelvic fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batfowl",1,1,1 ], "to catch birds by temporarily blinding them with light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath bun",1,1,1 ], "a sweet bun containing spices and dried fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath cube",1,1,1 ], "a cube of soluble scented material for use in a bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath salts",1,1,1 ], "soluble scented salts for use in a bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,1 ], "a large container, esp| one made of enamelled iron or plastic, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,1 ], "washing or medically treating the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of washing in such a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,3 ], "the amount of liquid contained in a bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,4 ], "a place having baths or a swimming pool for public use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,4,1 ], "a vessel in which something is immersed to maintain it at a constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,4,1 ], "temperature, to process it photographically, electrolytically, etc|, or to lubricate it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,1,4,2 ], "the liquid used in such a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",1,2,1 ], "to wash in a bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",2,1,1 ], "an ancient Hebrew unit of liquid measure equal to about 8|3 Imperial gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bath",2,1,1 ], "or 10 U|S| gallons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bathe",1,1,1 ], "to swim or paddle in a body of open water or a river, esp| for pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathe",1,2,1 ], "to apply liquid to (skin, a wound, etc|) in order to cleanse or soothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathe",1,2,2 ], "to immerse or be immersed in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathe",1,2,3 ], "to wash in a bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathe",1,3,1 ], "to suffuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathe",1,4,1 ], "(of water, the sea, etc|) to lap; wash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathe",1,5,1 ], "a swim or paddle in a body of open water or a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathers",1,1,1 ], "a swimming costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathetic",1,1,1 ], "containing or displaying bathos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathhouse",1,1,1 ], "a building containing baths, esp| for public use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathing beauty",1,1,1 ], "an attractive girl in a swimming costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathing beauty",1,1,1 ], "belle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bathing costume",1,1,1 ], "a brief garment worn for swimming or sunbathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathing machine",1,1,1 ], "a small hut, on wheels so that it could be pulled to the sea, used in the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathing machine",1,1,1 ], "and 19th centuries for bathers to change their clothes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bathing suit",1,1,1 ], "a garment worn for bathing, esp| an old-fashioned one that covers much of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathing suit",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bathing suit",1,1,2 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for swimming costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batho-",1,1,1 ], "variant of bathy-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batholith",1,1,1 ], "a very large irregular-shaped mass of igneous rock, esp| granite, formed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batholith",1,1,1 ], "an intrusion of magma at great depth, esp| one exposed after erosion of less" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batholith",1,1,1 ], "resistant overlying rocks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bathometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the depth of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathos",1,1,1 ], "a sudden ludicrous descent from exalted to ordinary matters or style in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathos",1,1,1 ], "or writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bathos",1,1,2 ], "insincere or excessive pathos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathos",1,1,3 ], "triteness; flatness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathos",1,1,4 ], "the lowest point; nadir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathrobe",1,1,1 ], "a loose-fitting garment of towelling, for wear before or after a bath or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathrobe",1,1,1 ], "swimming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bathrobe",1,1,2 ], "a dressing gown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathroom",1,1,1 ], "a room containing a bath or shower and usually a washbasin and lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathroom",1,1,2 ], "another name for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathtub",1,1,1 ], "a bath, esp| one not permanently fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathy-",1,1,1 ], "indicating depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathyal",1,1,1 ], "100 and 1000 fathoms), corresponding to the continental slope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bathyal",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to an ocean depth of between 200 and 2000 metres (about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathymetry",1,1,1 ], "measurement of the depth of an ocean or other large body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bathyscaphe" ,1, 1, 1],"a submersible vessel having a flotation compartment with an observation",1). c_DEF([ "bathyscaphe" ,1, 1, 1],"capsule underneath, capable of reaching ocean depths of over 10,000 metres (about 5000",2). c_DEF([ "bathyscaphe" ,1, 1, 1],"fathoms)",3). c_DEF([ "bathysphere",1,1,1 ], "a strong steel deep-sea diving sphere, lowered by cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batik",1,1,1,1 ], "a process of printing fabric in which parts not to be dyed are covered by wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batik",1,1,1,2 ], "fabric printed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batik",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batiste",1,1,1 ], "a fine plain-weave cotton fabric: used esp| for shirts and dresses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batman",1,1,1 ], "an officer's personal servant in any of the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,1 ], "a thin stick used by the conductor of an orchestra, choir, etc|, to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,1 ], "rhythm or expression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,1,1 ], "a short bar carried by a competitor in a relay race and transferred to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,1,1 ], "next runner at the end of each stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,2 ], "a long stick with a knob on one end, carried, twirled, and thrown up and down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,2 ], "by a drum major or drum majorette, esp| at the head of a parade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,3 ], "a staff or club carried by an official as a symbol of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,4 ], "a single narrow diagonal line superimposed on all other charges, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baton",1,1,4 ], "curtailed at each end, signifying a bastard line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batrachian",1,1,1 ], "any amphibian, esp| a frog or toad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batrachian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the frogs and toads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bats-in-the-belfry",1,1,1 ], "a hairy Eurasian campanulaceous plant, Campanula trachelium, with bell-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bats-in-the-belfry",1,1,1 ], "blue-purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bats-in-the-belfry",1,2,1 ], "mad; demented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batsman",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who bats or whose turn it is to bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batsman",1,1,1,2 ], "a player who specializes in batting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batsman",1,1,2 ], "a person on the ground who uses bats to guide the pilot of an aircraft when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batsman",1,1,2 ], "taxiing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batt",1,1,1 ], "another word for batting ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battalion",1,1,1 ], "a military unit comprised of three or more companies or formations of similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battalion",1,1,1 ], "size" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battalion",1,1,2 ], "any large array" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battels",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford University) the account of a member of a college for board," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battels",1,1,1 ], "provisions, and other college expenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battement",1,1,1 ], "extension of one leg forwards, sideways, or backwards, either once or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battement",1,1,1 ], "repeatedly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,1,1 ], "a sawn strip of wood used in building to cover joints, provide a fixing for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,1,1 ], "tiles or slates, support lathing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,1,2 ], "a long narrow board used for flooring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,1,3 ], "a narrow flat length of wood or plastic inserted in pockets of a sail to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,1,3 ], "it proper shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,1,4 ], "a lath used for holding a tarpaulin along the side of a raised hatch on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,1,4 ], "ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,2,1 ], "to furnish or strengthen with battens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,2,2 ], "batten down the hatches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,2,2,1 ], "secure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,2,2,1 ], "to use battens in nailing a tarpaulin over a hatch on a ship to make it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",1,2,2,2 ], "to prepare for action, a crisis, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batten",2,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by on) to thrive, esp| at the expense of someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",1,1,1 ], "other heavy instrument; beat heavily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batter",1,1,1 ], "to hit (someone or something) repeatedly using heavy blows, as with a club or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",1,2,1 ], "to damage or injure, as by blows, heavy wear, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",1,3,1 ], "to subject (a person, opinion, or theory) to harsh criticism; attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",1,4,1 ], "printing type or a printing plate that is damaged or worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",1,4,2 ], "the defective impression produced by such type or such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",2,1,1 ], "a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk, used to make cakes, pancakes, etc|, and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",2,1,1 ], "coat certain foods before frying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batter",3,1,1 ], "a player who bats|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",4,1,1 ], "the slope of the face of a wall that recedes gradually backwards and upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",4,2,1 ], "to have such a slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batter",5,1,1 ], "a spree or debauch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battered baby",1,1,1,1 ], "a young child who has sustained serious injuries through mistreatment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battered baby",1,1,1,1 ], "violence at the hands of a parent or other adult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battered baby",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battering ram",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a large beam used to break down the walls or doors of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battering ram",1,1,1 ], "fortifications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,1,1 ], "source of electric current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,1,1 ], "two or more primary cells connected together, usually in series, to provide a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,1,2 ], "short for dry battery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,2 ], "another name for accumulator ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,3 ], "a number of similar things occurring together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,4 ], "offensive manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,4 ], "unlawful beating or wounding of a person or mere touching in a hostile or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,5 ], "a fortified structure on which artillery is mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,6 ], "a group of guns, missile launchers, searchlights, or torpedo tubes of similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,6 ], "type or size operated as a single entity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,7 ], "a small tactical unit of artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,7,1 ], "a large group of cages for intensive rearing of poultry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,8 ], "the percussion section in an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battery",1,1,9 ], "the pitcher and the catcher considered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battik",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of batik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batting",1,1,1 ], "cotton or woollen wadding used in quilts, mattresses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batting",1,1,2 ], "baseball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "batting",1,1,2 ], "the action of a person or team that hits with a bat, esp| in cricket or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle cruiser",1,1,1 ], "a heavily armed warship of battleship size but with light armour and capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle cruiser",1,1,1 ], "of high speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battle cry",1,1,1 ], "a shout uttered by soldiers going into battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle cry",1,1,2 ], "a slogan used to rally the supporters of a campaign, movement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle fatigue",1,1,1 ], "a type of mental disorder, characterized by anxiety, depression, and loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle fatigue",1,1,1 ], "motivation, caused by the stress of active warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battle royal",1,1,1 ], "a fight, esp| with fists or cudgels, involving more than two combatants;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle royal",1,1,1 ], "melee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battle royal",1,1,2 ], "a long violent argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle",1,1,1 ], "a fight between large armed forces; military or naval engagement; combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle",1,1,2 ], "conflict; contention; struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle",1,1,3 ], "do, give, or join battle| to start fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle",1,2,1 ], "to fight in or as if in military combat; contend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle",1,2,2 ], "to struggle in order to achieve something or arrive somewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle",1,3,1 ], "to scrape a living, esp| by doing odd jobs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle-axe",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a large broad-headed axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battle-axe",1,1,2 ], "an argumentative domineering woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battledore",1,1,1 ], "an ancient racket game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battledore",1,1,2 ], "a light racket, smaller than a tennis racket, used for striking the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battledore",1,1,2 ], "shuttlecock in this game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battledore",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a wooden utensil used for beating clothes, in baking, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battledore",1,2,1 ], "to hurl or volley (something) back and forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battlefield",1,1,1 ], "the place where a battle is fought;an area of conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battlement",1,1,1 ], "a parapet or wall with indentations or embrasures, originally for shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battlement",1,1,1 ], "through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battlepiece",1,1,1 ], "a painting, relief, mosaic, etc|, depicting a battle, usually commemorating an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battlepiece",1,1,1 ], "actual event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battleship",1,1,1 ], "a heavily armoured warship of the largest type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battleship",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a warship of sufficient size and armament to take her place in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battleship",1,1,2 ], "line of battle; ship of the line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battue",1,1,1 ], "hunters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "battue",1,1,1 ], "the beating of woodland or cover to force game to flee in the direction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battue",1,1,1,1 ], "an organized shooting party using this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battue",1,1,1,2 ], "the game disturbed or shot by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "battue",1,1,2 ], "indiscriminate slaughter, as of a defenceless crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batty",1,1,2 ], "insane; crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batty",1,1,3 ], "odd; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batwing sleeve",1,1,1 ], "a sleeve of a garment with a deep armhole and a tight wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batwing",1,1,1 ], "shaped like the wings of a bat, as a black tie, collar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "batwoman",1,1,1 ], "a female servant in any of the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bauble",1,1,1 ], "a showy toy or trinket of little value; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bauble",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a mock staff of office carried by a court jester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baud",1,1,1 ], "a unit used to measure the speed of telegraphic code transmissions, equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baud",1,1,1 ], "one unit interval per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baudekin",1,1,1 ], "another word for baldachin ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bauhinia",1,1,1 ], "any climbing leguminous plant of the genus Bauhinia, of tropical and warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bauhinia",1,1,1 ], "regions, widely cultivated for ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baulk line",1,1,1 ], "a straight line across a billiard table behind which the cue balls are placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulk line",1,1,1 ], "at the start of a game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baulk line",1,1,1,1 ], "one of four lines parallel to the cushions dividing the table into a central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulk line",1,1,1,1 ], "panel and eight smaller ones (the baulks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baulk line",1,1,1,2 ], "a type of game using these lines as restrictions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,1,1,1 ], "(in billiards) the space, usually 29 inches deep, between the baulk line and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,1,1,1 ], "the bottom cushion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,1,1,2 ], "(in baulk-line games) one of the spaces between the cushions and the baulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,1,1,2 ], "lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,1,1,3 ], "in baulk| inside one of these spaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,1,2 ], "a strip of earth left between excavation trenches for the study of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,1,2 ], "complete stratigraphy of a site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baulk",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of balk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baulky",1,1,1 ], "inclined to stop abruptly and unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bauxite",1,1,1 ], "abrasive and catalyst| Formula: Al2O3|nH2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bauxite",1,1,1 ], "an amorphous claylike substance consisting of hydrated alumina with iron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bauxite",1,1,1 ], "other impurities: the chief source of alumina and aluminium and also used as an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bawbee",1,1,1 ], "a former Scottish silver coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawbee",1,1,2 ], "an informal word for halfpenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawcock",1,1,1 ], "a fine fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawd",1,1,1 ], "a person who runs a brothel, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawd",1,1,2 ], "a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawdry",1,1,1 ], "obscene talk or language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawdy",1,1,1 ], "bawdier, bawdiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawdy",1,1,2 ], "(of language, plays, etc|) containing references to sex, esp| to be humorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawdy",1,2,1 ], "obscenity or eroticism, esp| in writing or drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawdyhouse",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawl out",1,1,1 ], "to scold loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawl",1,1,1 ], "to utter long loud cries, as from pain or frustration; wail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawl",1,1,2 ], "to shout loudly, as in anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bawl",1,2,1 ], "a loud shout or cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay lynx",1,1,1 ], "another name for bobcat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay rum",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic liquid, used in medicines and cosmetics, originally obtained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay rum",1,1,1 ], "distilling the leaves of the bayberry tree (Pimenta acris) with rum: now also synthesized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bay rum",1,1,1 ], "from alcohol, water, and various oils" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bay rum",1,1,2 ], "bay rum tree| another name for bayberry ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for bay ,4,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay window",1,1,1 ], "a window projecting from the wall of a building and forming an alcove of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay window",1,1,1 ], "room| Sometimes shortened to bay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bay",1,1,1 ], "a wide semicircular indentation of a shoreline, esp| between two headlands or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",1,1,1 ], "peninsulas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bay",1,1,2 ], "an extension of lowland into hills that partly surround it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",1,1,3 ], "an extension of prairie into woodland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,1 ], "an alcove or recess in a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,2 ], "any partly enclosed compartment, as one in which hay is stored in a barn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,3 ], "a shop, factory, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,3 ], "an area off a road in which vehicles may park or unload, esp| one adjacent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,4 ], "a compartment in an aircraft, esp| one used for a specified purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,5 ], "a compartment in the forward part of a ship between decks, often used as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,5 ], "ship's hospital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,6 ], "a tracked recess in the platform of a railway station, esp| one forming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",2,1,6 ], "terminus of a branch line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,1,1 ], "a deep howl or growl, esp| of a hound on the scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,1,2 ], "at bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,1,2,1 ], "(of a person or animal) forced to turn and face attackers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,1,2,2 ], "at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,1,3 ], "bring to bay| to force into a position from which retreat is impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,2,1 ], "to howl (at) in deep prolonged tones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,3,1 ], "to utter in a loud prolonged tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",3,4,1 ], "to drive to or hold at bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",4,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean laurel, Laurus nobilis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",4,1,2 ], "any of several magnolias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",4,1,3 ], "any of certain other trees or shrubs, esp| bayberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",4,1,4 ], "a wreath of bay leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",5,1,1,1 ], "a moderate reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",5,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bay",5,1,2 ], "an animal of this colour, esp| a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayadere",1,1,1 ], "a dancing girl, esp| one serving in a Hindu temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayadere",1,1,2 ], "a fabric or design with horizontal stripes, esp| of a bright colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayadere",1,2,1 ], "(of fabric, etc|) having horizontal stripes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayard",1,1,1 ], "a bay horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayard",1,2,1 ], "bay-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayberry",1,1,1 ], "Myrica, that bear grey waxy berries: family Myricaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bayberry",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American aromatic shrubs or small trees of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayberry",1,1,2 ], "a tropical American myrtaceous tree, Pimenta acris, that yields an oil used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayberry",1,1,2 ], "making bay rum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bayberry",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bayonet" ,1, 1, 1],"a blade for stabbing that can be attached to the muzzle of a firearm",1). c_DEF([ "bayonet" ,1, 1, 2],"a type of fastening in which a cylindrical member is inserted into a socket",1). c_DEF([ "bayonet" ,1, 1, 2],"against spring pressure and turned so that pins on its side engage in slots in the",2). c_DEF([ "bayonet" ,1, 1, 2],"socket",3). c_DEF([ "bayonet" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to stab or kill with a bayonet",1). c_DEF([ "bayou",1,1,1 ], "(in the southern U|S|) a sluggish marshy tributary of a lake or river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "baywood",1,1,1 ], "macrophylla, of the bay region of SE Mexico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "baywood",1,1,1 ], "the light soft wood of a tropical American mahogany tree, Swietenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bazaar",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Orient) a market area, esp| a street of small stalls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bazaar",1,1,2 ], "a sale in aid of charity, esp| of miscellaneous secondhand or handmade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bazaar",1,1,2 ], "articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bazaar",1,1,3 ], "a shop where a large variety of goods is sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bazoo",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| slang word for mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bazooka",1,1,1 ], "a portable tubular rocket-launcher that fires a projectile capable of piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bazooka",1,1,1 ], "armour: used by infantrymen as a short-range antitank weapon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bbl|",1,1,1 ], "barrel (container or unit of measure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bchamel sauce",1,1,1 ], "a thick white sauce flavoured with onion and seasonings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bdellium",1,1,1 ], "any of several African or W Asian trees of the burseraceous genus Commiphora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bdellium",1,1,1 ], "that yield a gum resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bdellium",1,1,2 ], "the aromatic gum resin, similar to myrrh, produced by any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bdl|",1,1,1 ], "bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bds|",1,1,1 ], "(bound in) boards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bds|",1,1,2 ], "bundles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bd|",1,1,1 ], "board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bd|",1,1,2 ], "bond|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bd|",1,1,3 ], "bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bd|",1,1,4 ], "bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bd|ft|",1,1,1 ], "board foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,1 ], "pres| sing| 1st pers| am" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,10 ], "past part| been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,2 ], "2nd pers| are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,3 ], "3rd pers| is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,4 ], "pres| pl| are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,5 ], "past sing| 1st pers| was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,6 ], "2nd pers| were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,7 ], "3rd pers| was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,8 ], "past pl| were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,1,9 ], "pres| part| being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,1 ], "to have presence in the realm of perceived reality; exist; live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,2 ], "to pay a visit; go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,3 ], "to take place; occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,4 ], "adjective complement or complementing phrase| be has no intrinsic meaning of its own but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,4 ], "attribute (honey is sweet; Susan is angry)|It is also used with an adverbial complement" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,4 ], "identity (John is a man; John is a musician) or to specify an essential or incidental" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,4 ], "rather expresses the relationship of either essential or incidental equivalence or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,4 ], "the dance is on Saturday)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,4 ], "to indicate a relationship of location in space or time (Bill is at the office;" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,4 ], "used as a linking verb between the subject of a sentence and its noun or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,5 ], "forms the progressive present tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,6 ], "forms the passive voice of all transitive verbs and (archaically) certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,6 ], "intransitive ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,7 ], "expresses intention, expectation, supposition, or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,8 ], "forms the perfect or past perfect tense of certain intransitive verbs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,8 ], "motion, such as go or come" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "be",1,2,9 ], "be that as it may|the facts concerning (something) are of no importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be-",1,1,1 ], "to surround completely; cover on all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be-",1,1,2 ], "to affect completely or excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be-",1,1,3 ], "to consider as or cause to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be-",1,1,4 ], "to provide or cover with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be-",1,1,5 ], "at, for, against, on, or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be-all and end-all",1,1,1 ], "the ultimate aim or justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "be-all and end-all",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing considered to be beyond improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beach ball",1,1,1 ], "a large light brightly coloured ball for playing with on a beach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beach buggy",1,1,1 ], "a low car, often open and with balloon tyres, for driving on sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beach flea",1,1,1 ], "another name for the sand hopper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beach plum",1,1,1 ], "a rosaceous shrub, Prunus maritima, of coastal regions of E North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beach plum",1,1,2 ], "its edible plumlike fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beach",1,1,1 ], "an extensive area of sand or shingle sloping down to a sea or lake, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beach",1,1,1 ], "area between the high and low water marks on a seacoast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beach",1,2,1 ], "to run or haul (a boat) onto a beach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beachcomber",1,1,1 ], "a person who searches shore debris for anything of worth, esp| a vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beachcomber",1,1,1 ], "living on a beach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beachcomber",1,1,2 ], "a long high wave rolling onto a beach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beachhead",1,1,1 ], "an area on a beach that has been captured from the enemy and on which troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beachhead",1,1,1 ], "and equipment are landed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beachie",1,1,1 ], "a beach fisherman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beachie",1,1,2 ], "a young unemployed vagrant who frequents beaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,1 ], "a signal fire or light on a hill, tower, etc|, esp| one used formerly as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,1 ], "warning of invasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,2 ], "a hill on which such fires were lit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,3 ], "a lighthouse, signalling buoy, etc|, used to warn or guide ships in dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,3 ], "waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,4 ], "short for radio beacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,5 ], "a radio or other signal marking a flight course in air navigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,6 ], "short for Belisha beacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,1,7 ], "a person or thing that serves as a guide, inspiration, or warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,2,1 ], "to guide or warn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beacon",1,3,1 ], "to shine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,1 ], "a small usually spherical piece of glass, wood, plastic, etc|, with a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,1 ], "through it by means of which it may be strung with others to form a necklace, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,2 ], "a small drop of moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,3 ], "a small bubble in or on a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,4 ], "a small metallic knob acting as the sight of a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,5 ], "a small convex moulding having a semicircular cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,6 ], "a small solid globule made by fusing a powdered sample with borax or a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,6 ], "flux on a platinum wire| The colour of the globule serves as a test for the presence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,6 ], "of certain metals (bead test)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,7 ], "a deposit of welding metal on the surface of a metal workpiece, often used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,7 ], "examine the structure of the weld zone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,8 ], "one of the beads of a rosary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,1,9 ], "count, say, or tell one's beads|to pray with a rosary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,2,1 ], "to decorate with beads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead",1,2,2 ], "to form into beads or drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead-ruby",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate liliaceous plant, Maianthemum canadense, with small white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bead-ruby",1,1,1 ], "bell-shaped flowers and small red berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beading",1,1,1 ], "a narrow strip of some material used for edging or ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadle",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a minor parish official who acted as an usher and kept order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadle",1,1,1,1 ], "a synagogue attendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadle",1,1,1,2 ], "the candle used to kindle the Hanukkah lights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadle",1,1,2 ], "an official in certain British universities and other institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadledom",1,1,1 ], "petty officialdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadroll",1,1,1 ], "a list of persons for whom prayers are to be offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who prays for another's soul, esp| one paid or fed for doing so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beadsman",1,1,2 ], "a person kept in an almshouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beady",1,1,1 ], "beadier, beadiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beady",1,1,2 ], "small, round, and glittering (esp| in the phrase beady eyes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beady",1,1,3 ], "resembling or covered with beads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beagle",1,1,1 ], "a small breed of hound resembling a foxhound, often used for hunting hares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beagle",1,1,2 ], "a person who spies on others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beagle",1,2,1 ], "to hunt with beagles, normally on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",1,1,1 ], "the projecting jaws of a bird, covered with a horny sheath; bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",1,1,2 ], "any beaklike mouthpart in other animals, such as turtles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",1,1,3 ], "a person's nose, esp| one that is large, pointed, or hooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",1,1,4 ], "any projecting part, such as the pouring lip of a bucket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",1,1,5 ], "the upper surface of a cornice, which slopes out to throw off water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",1,1,6 ], "the part of a still or retort through which vapour passes to the condenser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",1,1,7 ], "another word for ram ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beak",2,1,1 ], "a Brit| slang word for judge, magistrate, or headmaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaker",1,1,1 ], "a cup usually having a wide mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaker",1,1,2 ], "a cylindrical flat-bottomed container used in laboratories, usually made of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaker",1,1,2 ], "glass and having a pouring lip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beaker",1,1,3 ], "the amount a beaker holds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam aerial",1,1,1 ], "an aerial system, such as a Yagi aerial, having directional properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam compass",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for drawing large circles or arcs, consisting of a horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam compass",1,1,1 ], "beam along which two vertical legs slide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beam hole",1,1,1 ], "a hole in the shield of a nuclear reactor through which a beam of radiation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam hole",1,1,1 ], "esp| of neutrons, is allowed to escape for experimental purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beam riding",1,1,1 ], "a method of missile guidance in which the missile steers itself along the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam riding",1,1,1 ], "of a conically scanned microwave beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,1 ], "a long thick straight-sided piece of wood, metal, concrete, etc|, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,1 ], "used as a horizontal structural member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,10 ], "the horizontal centrally pivoted bar in a balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,11 ], "the width of the hips (esp| in the phrase broad in the beam)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,12 ], "a beam in one's eye|a fault or grave error greater in oneself than in another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,12 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,13 ], "off beam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,13,1 ], "not following a radio beam to maintain a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,13,2 ], "Informal| wrong, mistaken, or irrelevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,14 ], "on the beam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,14,1 ], "following a radio beam to maintain a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,14,2 ], "Nautical| opposite the beam of a vessel; abeam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,14,3 ], "Informal| correct, relevant, or appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,2 ], "any rigid member or structure that is loaded transversely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,3 ], "the breadth of a ship or boat taken at its widest part, usually amidships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,4 ], "a ray or column of light, as from a beacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,5 ], "a broad smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,6 ], "one of the two cylindrical rollers on a loom, one of which holds the warp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,6 ], "threads before weaving, the other the finished work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,7 ], "the main stem of a deer's antler from which the smaller branches grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,8 ], "the central shaft of a plough to which all the main parts are attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,1,9 ], "a narrow unidirectional flow of electromagnetic radiation or particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,2,1 ], "to send out or radiate (rays of light)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,3,1 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,3,1 ], "to divert or aim (a radio signal or broadcast, light, etc|) in a certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam",1,4,1 ], "to smile broadly with pleasure or satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam-ends",1,1,1 ], "the ends of a vessel's beams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam-ends",1,1,2 ], "on her beam-ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam-ends",1,1,3 ], "(of a vessel) heeled over through an angle of 90 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam-ends",1,1,4 ], "on one's beam-ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam-ends",1,1,4,1 ], "out of resources; destitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beam-ends",1,1,4,2 ], "desperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean caper",1,1,1 ], "a shrub, Zygophyllum fabago, of E Mediterranean regions, whose flower buds are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean caper",1,1,1 ], "eaten as a substitute for capers: family Zygophyllaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bean sprout",1,1,1 ], "dishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bean sprout",1,1,1 ], "the sprout of newly germinated millet, eaten as a vegetable, esp| in Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean tree",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees having beanlike pods, such as the catalpa and carob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,1 ], "any of various papilionaceous plants of the widely cultivated genus Phaseolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,1 ], "producing edible seeds in pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,2 ], "any of several other papilionaceous plants that bear edible pods or seeds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,2 ], "such as the broad bean and soya bean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,3 ], "any of various other plants whose seeds are produced in pods or podlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,3 ], "fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,4 ], "the seed or pod of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,5 ], "slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,6 ], "another word for head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,7 ], "not have a bean| Slang| to be without money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,8 ], "full of beans| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,8,1 ], "full of energy and vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,8,2 ], "U|S| mistaken; erroneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,1,9 ], "spill the beans| Informal| to disclose something confidential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bean",1,3,1 ], "to hit (a person) on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beanbag",1,1,1 ], "a small cloth bag filled with dried beans and thrown in games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beanery" ,1, 1, 1],"a cheap restaurant",1). c_DEF([ "beanfeast",1,1,1 ], "an annual dinner given by employers to employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beanfeast",1,1,2 ], "any festive or merry occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beanie",1,1,1 ], "a round close-fitting hat resembling a skullcap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beano",1,1,1 ], "a celebration, party, or other enjoyable time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beanpole",1,1,1 ], "a tall stick or pole used to support bean plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beanpole",1,1,2 ], "a tall thin person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear down",1,1,1 ], "to press or weigh down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear down",1,1,2 ], "to approach in a determined or threatening manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear down",1,1,3 ], "(of a vessel) to make an approach (to another vessel, obstacle, etc|) from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear down",1,1,3 ], "windward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bear down",1,1,4 ], "(of a woman during childbirth) to exert a voluntary muscular pressure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear down",1,1,4 ], "assist delivery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bear garden",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a place where bears were exhibited and where bear-baiting took" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear garden",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bear garden",1,1,2 ], "a place or scene of tumult and disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear hug",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which the arms are locked tightly round an opponent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear hug",1,1,1 ], "chest and arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bear hug",1,1,2 ], "any similar tight embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear off",1,1,1 ], "(adv|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear off",1,1,2 ], "(of a vessel) to avoid hitting an obstacle, another vessel, etc|, by swerving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear off",1,1,2 ], "onto a different course" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bear on",1,1,1 ], "to be relevant to; relate to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear on",1,1,2 ], "to be burdensome to or afflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear out",1,1,1 ], "to show to be true or truthful confirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear up",1,1,1 ], "to endure cheerfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear with",1,1,1 ], "to be patient with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 1],"Bears are typically massive omnivorous animals with a large head, a long shaggy coat,",2). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 1],"and strong claws",3). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 1],"any plantigrade mammal of the family Ursidae: order Carnivora (carnivores)|",1). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 2],"any of various bearlike animals, such as the koala and the ant bear",1). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 3],"a clumsy, churlish, or ill-mannered person",1). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 4, 1],"a speculator who sells in anticipation of falling prices to make a profit on",1). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 4, 1],"repurchase",2). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 4, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 1, 4],"a teddy bear",1). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 2, 1],"(tr|) to lower or attempt to lower the price or prices of (a stock market or a",1). c_DEF([ "bear" ,2, 2, 1],"security) by speculative selling",2). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,1 ], "to support or hold up; sustain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,10 ], "to transmit or spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,11 ], "to render or supply (esp| in the phrase bear witness)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,12 ], "to conduct or manage (oneself, the body, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,13 ], "to have, be, or stand in (relation or comparison)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,2 ], "to bring or convey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,3 ], "to take, accept, or assume the responsibility of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,4 ], "to give birth to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,5 ], "to produce by or as if by natural growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,6 ], "to tolerate or endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,7 ], "to admit of; sustain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,8 ], "to hold in the conscious mind or in one's feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,1,9 ], "to show or be marked with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,2,1 ], "to move, be located, or lie in a specified direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,2,2 ], "to have by right; be entitled to (esp| in the phrase bear title)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,2,3 ], "bear a hand| to give assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear",1,2,4 ], "bring to bear| to bring into operation or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear's-breech",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated S European acanthus plant, Acanthus mollis, having whitish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear's-breech",1,1,1 ], "purple-veined flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bear's-ear",1,1,1 ], "another name for auricula ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear's-foot",1,1,1 ], "either of two Eurasian hellebore plants, Helleborus foetidus or H| viridis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bear's-foot",1,1,1 ], "having leaves shaped like the foot and claws of a bear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bear-baiting",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an entertainment in which dogs attacked and enraged a chained bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearable",1,1,1 ], "endurable; tolerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearberry",1,1,1 ], "a trailing evergreen ericaceous shrub, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearberry",1,1,1 ], "pinkish-white flowers, red berries, and astringent leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearberry",1,1,2 ], "alpine or black bearberry| a related species, A| alpina of European mountains," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearberry",1,1,2 ], "having black berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearcat",1,1,1 ], "another name for lesser panda (see panda ,2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,1,1 ], "the hair growing on the lower parts of a man's face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,1,2 ], "any similar growth in animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,1,3 ], "a tuft of long hairs in plants such as barley and wheat; awn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,1,4 ], "the gills of an oyster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,1,5 ], "a barb, as on an arrow or fish-hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,1,6 ], "the part of a piece of type that connects the face with the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,2,1 ], "to oppose boldly or impertinently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beard",1,2,2 ], "to pull or grasp the beard of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearded lizard",1,1,1 ], "a large Australian lizard, Amphibolus barbatus, having a pouch beneath the jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearded lizard",1,1,1 ], "that is distended when the animal is threatened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearded tit",1,1,1 ], "another name for reedling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearded vulture",1,1,1 ], "another name for lammergeier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beardless",1,1,1 ], "without a beard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beardless",1,1,2 ], "too young to grow a beard; immature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that bears, presents, or upholds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearer",1,1,2 ], "a person who presents a note or bill for payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearer",1,1,3 ], "(in Africa, India, etc|, formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearer",1,1,3,1 ], "a native carrier, esp| on an expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearer",1,1,3,2 ], "a native servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearer",1,1,4 ], "the holder of a rank, position, office, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearer",1,1,5 ], "payable to the person in possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing rein",1,1,1 ], "a rein from the bit to the saddle, designed to keep the horse's head in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing rein",1,1,1 ], "desired position| Usual U|S| word: checkrein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,1 ], "a support, guide, or locating piece for a rotating or reciprocating mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,1 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by on or upon) relevance (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,3 ], "a person's general social conduct, esp| in manners, dress, and behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,3,1 ], "the act, period, or capability of producing fruit or young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,3,2 ], "an amount produced; yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,4 ], "the part of a beam or lintel that rests on a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,5 ], "anything that carries weight or acts as a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,6 ], "position" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,6 ], "south (true bearing), magnetic north or south (magnetic bearing), or one's own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,6 ], "the angular direction of a line, point, or course measured from true north or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,7 ], "known points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,7 ], "the position or direction, as of a ship, fixed with reference to two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,8 ], "a sense of one's relative position or situation; orientation (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,8 ], "phrases lose, get, or take one's bearings)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,8,1 ], "a device or emblem on a heraldic shield; charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearing",1,1,8,2 ], "another name for coat of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearish",1,1,1 ], "like a bear; rough; clumsy; churlish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearish",1,1,2 ], "causing, expecting, or characterized by a fall in prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearskin",1,1,1 ], "the pelt of a bear, esp| when used as a rug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearskin",1,1,2 ], "a tall helmet of black fur worn by certain regiments in the British Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearskin",1,1,3 ], "a rough shaggy woollen cloth, used for overcoats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bearwood",1,1,1 ], "another name for cascara ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beast of burden",1,1,1 ], "an animal, such as a donkey or ox, used for carrying loads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beast",1,1,1 ], "any animal other than man, esp| a large wild quadruped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beast",1,1,2 ], "savage nature or characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beast",1,1,3 ], "a brutal, uncivilized, or filthy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beastings",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of beestings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beastly",1,1,1 ], "unpleasant; disagreeable; nasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beastly",1,1,2 ], "of or like a beast; bestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat down",1,1,1 ], "to force or persuade (a seller) to accept a lower price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat down",1,2,1 ], "(of the sun) to shine intensely; be very hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat up" ,1, 1, 1],"physical damage",2). c_DEF([ "beat up" ,1, 1, 1],"to strike or kick (a person), usually repeatedly, so as to inflict severe",1). c_DEF([ "beat",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by against, on, etc|) to strike with or as if with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,1,1 ], "series of violent blows; dash or pound repeatedly (against)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,10,1 ], "to puzzle or baffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,11,1 ], "(of sounds or electrical signals) to combine and produce a pulsating sound or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,11,1 ], "signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,12,1 ], "to steer a sailing vessel as close as possible to the direction from which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,12,1 ], "wind is blowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,1 ], "to cheat or defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,10 ], "can you beat it or thatSlang| an expression of utter amazement or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,2 ], "beat about the bush| Informal| to be diverted or distracted from the point at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,2 ], "issue; avoid the issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,3 ], "beat a retreat| to withdraw or depart in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,4 ], "beat it| Slang| to go away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,5 ], "beat one's brains (out)| Slang| to try to find ideas, a solution, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,6 ], "beat someone's brains out| Slang| to kill by knocking severely about the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,6 ], "head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,7 ], "beat someone to it| Informal| to reach a place or achieve an objective before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,7 ], "someone else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,8 ], "beat the bounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,8,1 ], "Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,9 ], "(formerly) to define the boundaries of a parish by making a procession around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,9 ], "them and hitting the ground with rods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,13,9,2 ], "to define the scope or limit, as of a topic or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,1 ], "a stroke or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,10 ], "short for beatnik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,11 ], "a sharp tap with one's blade on an opponent's blade to deflect it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,12 ], "(often cap|) of, characterized by, or relating to the Beat Generation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,2 ], "the sound made by a stroke or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,3 ], "a regular sound or stroke; throb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,4 ], "an assigned or habitual round or route, as of a policeman or sentry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,5 ], "or fours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,5 ], "the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music, usually grouped in twos, threes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,5,1 ], "pop or rock music characterized by a heavy rhythmic beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,6 ], "one of the regular pulses produced by combining two sounds or electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,6 ], "signals that have similar frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,7 ], "the impulse given to the balance wheel by the action of the escapement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,8 ], "the accent, stress, or ictus in a metrical foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,9 ], "a course that steers a sailing vessel as close as possible to the direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,9 ], "from which the wind is blowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,9,1 ], "the act of scouring for game by beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,9,2 ], "the organized scouring of a particular woodland so as to rouse the game in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,14,9,3 ], "the woodland where game is so roused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,15,1 ], "totally exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,2,1 ], "to punish by striking; flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,2,2 ], "to move or cause to move up and down; flap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,3,1 ], "to throb rhythmically; pulsate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,4,1 ], "to make (one's way) by or as if by blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,5,1 ], "to stir or whisk (an ingredient or mixture) vigorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,6,1 ], "to shape, make thin, or flatten (a piece of metal) by repeated blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,7,1 ], "the action of a metronome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,7,1 ], "to indicate (pulse or time) by the motion of one's hand, baton, etc|, or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,7,2 ], "(when tr|, sometimes foll| by out) to produce (a sound or signal) by or as if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,7,2 ], "by striking a drum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,7,3 ], "to sound or cause to sound, by or as if by beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,7,4 ], "to overcome (an opponent) in a contest, battle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,8,1 ], "to drive, push, or thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,9,1 ], "to counteract or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,9,2 ], "shooting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beat",1,9,2 ], "to scour (woodlands, coverts, or undergrowth) so as to rouse game for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,1 ], "defeated or baffled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,2 ], "shaped or made thin by hammering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,3 ], "much travelled; well trodden (esp| in the phrase the beaten track)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,4 ], "off the beaten track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,4,1 ], "in or into unfamiliar territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,4,2 ], "out of the ordinary; unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,5 ], "(of food) mixed by beating; whipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,6 ], "tired out; exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaten",1,1,7 ], "(of woods, undergrowth, etc|) scoured so as to rouse game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beater",1,1,1 ], "a person who beats or hammers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beater",1,1,2 ], "an instrument or device used for beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beater",1,1,3 ], "a person who rouses wild game from woodland, undergrowth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatific",1,1,1 ], "displaying great happiness, calmness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatific",1,1,2 ], "of, conferring, or relating to a state of celestial happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatify",1,1,1 ], "(of the pope) to declare formally that (a deceased person) showed a heroic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatify",1,1,1 ], "degree of holiness in his or her life and therefore is worthy of public veneration:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beatify",1,1,1 ], "the first step towards canonization" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "beatify",1,2,1 ], "to make extremely happy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beating",1,1,1 ], "a whipping or thrashing, as in punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beating",1,1,2 ], "a defeat or setback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beating",1,1,3 ], "take some or a lot of beating| to be difficult to improve upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatitude",1,1,1 ], "supreme blessedness or happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatitude",1,1,2 ], "an honorific title of the Eastern Christian Church, applied to those of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatitude",1,1,2 ], "patriarchal rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beatnik",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Beat Generation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beatnik",1,1,2 ], "any person with long hair and shabby clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beau geste",1,1,1 ], "a noble or gracious gesture or act, esp| one that is meaningless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beau ideal",1,1,1 ], "perfect beauty or excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beau monde",1,1,1 ], "the world of fashion and society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beau",1,1,1 ], "a lover, sweetheart, or escort of a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beau",1,1,2 ], "a man who is greatly concerned with his clothes and appearance; dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaujolais",1,1,1 ], "a popular fresh-tasting red or white wine from southern Burgundy in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaut",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is outstanding or distinctive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaut",1,3,1 ], "good or excellent: an expression of approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauteous",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beautician",1,1,1 ], "a person who works in or manages a beauty salon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beautiful",1,1,1 ], "possessing beauty; aesthetically pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beautiful",1,1,2 ], "highly enjoyable; very pleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beautifully",1,1,1 ], "in a beautiful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beautifully",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beautify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty queen",1,1,1 ], "an attractive young woman, esp| one who has won a beauty contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty salon",1,1,1 ], "an establishment providing women with services to improve their beauty, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty salon",1,1,1 ], "as hairdressing, manicuring, facial treatment, and massage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beauty sleep",1,1,1 ], "sleep, esp| sleep before midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty spot",1,1,1 ], "a small dark-coloured patch or spot worn on a lady's face as an adornment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty spot",1,1,1 ], "as a foil to her complexion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beauty spot",1,1,2 ], "a mole or other similar natural mark on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty spot",1,1,3 ], "a place of outstanding beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty",1,1,1 ], "senses and please the mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beauty",1,1,1 ], "the combination of all the qualities of a person or thing that delight the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty",1,1,2 ], "a very attractive and well-formed girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty",1,1,3 ], "an outstanding example of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty",1,1,4 ], "an advantageous feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty",1,1,5 ], "a light-hearted and affectionate term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beauty",1,2,1 ], "an expression of approval or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaux",1,1,1 ], "a plural of beau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaux-arts",1,1,1 ], "another word for fine art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaux-arts",1,1,2 ], "Beaux-Arts in Paris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beaux-arts",1,1,2 ], "relating to the classical decorative style, esp| that of the Ecole des" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,1 ], "a large amphibious rodent, Castor fiber, of Europe, Asia, and North America:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,1 ], "family Castoridae|It has soft brown fur, a broad flat hairless tail, and webbed hind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,1 ], "feet, and constructs complex dams and houses (lodges) in rivers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,2 ], "the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,3 ], "family Aplodontidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,3 ], "mountain beaver| a burrowing rodent, Aplodontia rufa, of W North America:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,4 ], "a tall hat of beaver fur or a fabric resembling it, worn, esp| by men, during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,4 ], "the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,5 ], "a woollen napped cloth resembling beaver fur, formerly much used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,5 ], "overcoats, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,6 ], "a greyish- or yellowish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,7 ], "a full beard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,8 ], "a bearded man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,1,9 ], "having the colour of beaver or made of beaver fur or some similar material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",1,2,1 ], "to work industriously or steadily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",2,1,1 ], "a movable piece on a medieval helmet used to protect the lower part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beaver",2,1,1 ], "face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bebeerine",1,1,1 ], "an alkaloid, resembling quinine, obtained from the bark of the greenheart and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bebeerine",1,1,1 ], "other plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bebeeru",1,1,1 ], "another name for greenheart ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bebop",1,1,1 ], "the full name for bop ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becalmed",1,1,1 ], "(of a sailing boat or ship) motionless through lack of wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "became",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "because",1,1,1 ], "on account of the fact that; on account of being; since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "because",1,1,2 ], "because of| on account of; due to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beccafico",1,1,1 ], "a delicacy in Italy and other countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beccafico",1,1,1 ], "any of various European songbirds, esp| warblers of the genus Sylvia, eaten as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bechance",1,1,1 ], "to happen (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beck",1,1,1 ], "a nod, wave, or other gesture or signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beck",1,1,2 ], "at beck and call| ready to obey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beck",1,1,3 ], "(someone''s) orders instantly; subject to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beck",1,1,4 ], "(someone''s) slightest whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beck",2,1,1 ], "(in N England)a stream, esp| a swiftly flowing one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becket bend",1,1,1 ], "another name for sheet bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becket",1,1,1 ], "a clevis forming part of one end of a sheave, used for securing standing lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becket",1,1,1 ], "by means of a thimble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "becket",1,1,2 ], "a short line with a grommet or eye at one end and a knot at the other, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becket",1,1,2 ], "for securing spars or other gear in place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beckon",1,1,1 ], "to summon with a gesture of the hand or head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beckon",1,1,2 ], "to entice or lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beckon",1,2,1 ], "a summoning gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becloud",1,1,1 ], "to cover or obscure with a cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becloud",1,1,2 ], "to confuse or muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "become",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to come to be; develop or grow into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "become",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of; usually used in a question) to fall to or be the lot (of);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "become",1,1,2 ], "happen (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "become",1,1,3 ], "(of clothes, etc|) to enhance the appearance of (someone); suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becoming",1,1,1 ], "suitable; appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becoming",1,2,1 ], "any process of change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becoming",1,2,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Aristotle) any change from the lower level of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "becoming",1,2,2 ], "potentiality to the higher level of actuality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bed and board",1,1,1 ], "sleeping accommodation and meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed and board",1,1,2 ], "are prohibited from living together but the marriage is not dissolved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bed and board",1,1,2 ], "divorce from bed and board| U|S| law| a form of divorce whereby the parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed and breakfast",1,1,1 ], "n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed and breakfast",1,1,2 ], "(in a hotel, boarding house, etc|) overnight accommodation and breakfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed and breakfast",1,2,1 ], "(of a stock-exchange transaction) establishing a loss for tax purposes, shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed and breakfast",1,2,1 ], "being sold after hours one evening and bought back the next morning when the market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bed and breakfast",1,2,1 ], "opens" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bed moulding",1,1,1 ], "a moulding in an entablature between the corona and the frieze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed moulding",1,1,2 ], "any moulding below a projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed tea",1,1,1 ], "(in Pakistan) tea served to a guest in bed in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 10],"a layer of crushed rock, gravel, etc|, used as a foundation for a road,",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 10],"railway, etc",2). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 11],"a layer of mortar in a masonry wall",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 12],"the underside of a brick, tile, slate, etc|, when in position",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 13],"any underlying structure or part",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 14],"a layer of rock, esp| sedimentary rock",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 15],"forme is placed",2). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 15],"the flat part of a letterpress printing press onto or against which the type",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 16],"a bed of roses| a situation of comfort or ease",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 17],"be brought to bed (of)|Archaic| to give birth (to)",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 18],"get out of bed on the wrong side| Informal| to be ill-tempered from the start",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 18],"of the day",2). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 19, 1],"(often foll| by with) to have sexual intercourse (with)",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 19, 2],"Journalism, printing",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 19],"go to bed",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece of furniture on which to sleep",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 20],"(of a newspaper, magazine, etc|) to go to press; start printing",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 21, 1],"Journalism| to finalize work on (a newspaper, magazine, etc|) so that it is",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 21, 1],"ready to go to press",2). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 21, 2],"Letterpress printing| to lock up the type forme of (a publication) in the",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 21, 2],"press before printing",2). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 21],"put to bed",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 22],"take to one's bed| to remain in bed, esp| because of illness",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 2],"the mattress and bedclothes on such a piece of furniture",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 3],"sleep or rest",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 4],"any place in which a person or animal sleeps or rests",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 5],"a place for sexual intercourse",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 6],"sexual intercourse",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 7],"a plot of ground in which plants are grown, esp| when considered together with",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 7],"the plants in it",2). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 8],"the bottom of a river, lake, or sea",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 1, 9],"a part of this used for cultivation of a plant or animal",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 2, 1],"(usually foll| by down) to go to or put into a place to sleep or rest",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to have sexual intercourse with",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to place, fix, or sink firmly into position; embed",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 2, 4],"to form or be arranged in a distinct layer; stratify",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 2, 5],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "bed" ,1, 2, 6],"often foll| by out) to plant in a bed of soil",1). c_DEF([ "bedaub",1,1,1 ], "to smear all over with something thick, sticky, or dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedaub",1,1,2 ], "to ornament in a gaudy or vulgar fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedazzle",1,1,1 ], "to dazzle or confuse, as with brilliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedbug",1,1,1 ], "any of several bloodsucking insects of the heteropterous genus Cimex, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedbug",1,1,1 ], "dirty houses: family Cimicidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bedbug",1,1,1 ], "lectularius of temperate regions, having an oval flattened wingless body and infesting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedchamber",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for bedroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedclothes",1,1,1 ], "sheets, blankets, and other coverings of a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beddable",1,1,1 ], "sexually attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedder",1,1,1 ], "(at Cambridge University) a college servant employed to keep students' rooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedder",1,1,1 ], "in order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedder",1,1,2 ], "a plant that may be grown in a garden bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedding plant",1,1,1 ], "a plant that may be grown in a garden bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedding",1,1,1 ], "bedclothes, sometimes considered together with a mattress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedding",1,1,2 ], "litter, such as straw, for animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedding",1,1,3 ], "something acting as a foundation, such as mortar under a brick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedding",1,1,4 ], "the arrangement of a mass of rocks into distinct layers; stratification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedeck",1,1,1 ], "to cover with decorations adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedel",1,1,1 ], "archaic spellings of beadle ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedesman",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of beadsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedevil",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to harass or torment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedevil",1,1,2 ], "to throw into confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedevil",1,1,3 ], "to possess, as with a devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedew",1,1,1 ], "to wet or cover with or as if with drops of dew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedfast",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for bedridden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedfellow",1,1,1 ], "a person with whom one shares a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedfellow",1,1,2 ], "a temporary ally or associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedight",1,1,1 ], "to array or adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedight",1,2,1 ], "adorned or bedecked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedim",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make dim or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedizen",1,1,1 ], "to dress or decorate gaudily or tastelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedlam",1,1,1 ], "a noisy confused place or situation; state of uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedlam",1,1,2 ], "a lunatic asylum; madhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedlamite",1,1,1 ], "a lunatic; insane person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedpan",1,1,1 ], "a shallow vessel placed under a bedridden patient to collect his faeces and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedpan",1,1,1 ], "urine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedpan",1,1,2 ], "another name for warming pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedplate",1,1,1 ], "a heavy metal platform or frame to which an engine or machine is attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedpost",1,1,1 ], "any of the four vertical supports at the corners of a bedstead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedpost",1,1,2 ], "between you and me and the bedpost| Informal| confidentially; in secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedraggle",1,1,1 ], "to make (hair, clothing, etc|) limp, untidy, or dirty, as with rain or mud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedrail",1,1,1 ], "a rail or board along the side of a bed that connects the headboard with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedrail",1,1,1 ], "footboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedridden",1,1,1 ], "confined to bed because of illness, esp| for a long or indefinite period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedrock",1,1,1 ], "soil, alluvium, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedrock",1,1,1 ], "the solid unweathered rock that lies beneath the loose surface deposits of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedrock",1,1,2 ], "basic principles or facts (esp| in the phrase get down to bedrock)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedrock",1,1,3 ], "the lowest point, level, or layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedroll",1,1,1 ], "a portable roll of bedding, such as a sleeping bag, used esp| for sleeping in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedroll",1,1,1 ], "the open" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedroom",1,1,1 ], "a room furnished with beds or used for sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedroom",1,1,2 ], "containing references to sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedside",1,1,1,1 ], "the space by the side of a bed, esp| of a sick person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedside",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedsitter",1,1,1 ], "a furnished sitting room containing sleeping accommodation and sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedsitter",1,1,1 ], "cooking and washing facilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedsore",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for decubitus ulcer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedspread",1,1,1 ], "a top cover on a bed over other bedclothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedstead",1,1,1 ], "excluding the mattress and other coverings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedstead",1,1,1 ], "the framework of a bed, usually including a headboard and springs but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedstraw",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous rubiaceous plants of the genus Galium, which have small white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedstraw",1,1,1 ], "or yellow flowers and prickly or hairy fruits: formerly used as straw for beds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bedtime",1,1,1,1 ], "the time when one usually goes to bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedtime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bedwarmer",1,1,1 ], "a metal pan containing hot coals, formerly used to warm a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee beetle",1,1,1 ], "a European beetle, Trichodes apiarius, that is often parasitic in beehives:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee beetle",1,1,1 ], "family Cleridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bee fly",1,1,1 ], "any hairy beelike nectar-eating dipterous fly of the family Bombyliidae, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee fly",1,1,1 ], "larvae are parasitic on those of bees and related insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bee glue",1,1,1 ], "another name for propolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee killer",1,1,1 ], "another name for robber fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee moth",1,1,1 ], "any of various pyralid moths, such as the wax moth, whose larvae live in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee moth",1,1,1 ], "nests of bees or wasps, feeding on nest materials and host larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bee orchid",1,1,1 ], "a European orchid, Ophrys apifera, whose flower resembles a bumble bee in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee orchid",1,1,1 ], "shape and colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bee plant",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants much visited by bees for nectar and pollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee",1,1,1 ], "any hymenopterous insect of the superfamily Apoidea, which includes social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee",1,1,1 ], "forms such as the honeybee and solitary forms such as the carpenter bee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bee",1,1,2 ], "busy bee| a person who is industrious or has many things to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee",1,1,3 ], "have a bee in one's bonnet| to be preoccupied or obsessed with an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee",2,1,1 ], "a social gathering for a specific purpose, as to carry out a communal task or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee",2,1,1 ], "hold competitions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bee",3,1,1 ], "a small sheave with one cheek removed and the pulley and other cheek fastened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee",3,1,1 ], "flat to a boom or another spar, used for reeving outhauls or stays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bee's knees",1,1,1 ], "an excellent or ideally suitable person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee-eater",1,1,1 ], "and tail: order Coraciiformes (kingfishers, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bee-eater",1,1,1 ], "any insectivorous bird of the family Meropidae of tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bee-eater",1,1,1 ], "regions of the Old World, having a long downward-curving bill and long pointed wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beebread",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of pollen and nectar prepared by worker bees and fed to the larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beech fern",1,1,1 ], "Polypodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beech fern",1,1,1 ], "a fern, Thelypteris phegopteris, that grows in damp N temperate woods: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beech",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate tree of the genus Fagus, esp| F| sylvatica of Europe, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beech",1,1,1 ], "smooth greyish bark: family Fagaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beech",1,1,2 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beech",1,1,2 ], "any tree of the related genus Nothofagus, of temperate Australasia and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beech",1,1,3 ], "the hard wood of any of these trees, used in making furniture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beech",1,1,4 ], "copper beech| a cultivated variety of European beech that has reddish leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beechnut",1,1,1 ], "nuts are often termed beech mast, esp| when lying on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beechnut",1,1,1 ], "the small brown triangular edible nut of the beech tree| Collectively, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef road",1,1,1 ], "a road used for transporting cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef stroganoff",1,1,1 ], "a dish of slices of beef cooked with onions, mushrooms, and seasonings, served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef stroganoff",1,1,1 ], "in a sour-cream sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beef tea",1,1,1 ], "a drink made by boiling pieces of lean beef: often given to invalids to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef tea",1,1,1 ], "stimulate the appetite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beef",1,1,1 ], "the flesh of various bovine animals, esp| the cow, when killed for eating|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef",1,1,2 ], "an adult ox, bull, cow, etc|, reared for its meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef",1,1,3 ], "human flesh, esp| when muscular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef",1,1,4 ], "a complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef",1,2,1 ], "to complain, esp| repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beef",1,3,1 ], "to strengthen; reinforce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefburger",1,1,1 ], "a flat fried cake of minced beef; hamburger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefcake",1,1,1 ], "men displayed for their muscular bodies, esp| in photographs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefeater",1,1,1 ], "a yeoman warder of the Tower of London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefsteak",1,1,1 ], "a piece of beef that can be grilled, fried, etc|, cut from any lean part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefsteak",1,1,1 ], "the animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beefwood",1,1,1 ], "Casuarina equisetifolia (see casuarina), widely planted in warm regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beefwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees that produce very hard wood, esp| the Australian tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefwood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefy",1,1,1 ], "beefier, beefiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefy",1,1,2 ], "like beef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefy",1,1,3 ], "muscular; brawny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beefy",1,1,4 ], "fleshy; obese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beehive house",1,1,1 ], "a prehistoric circular building found in various parts of Europe, usually of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beehive house",1,1,1 ], "stone and having a dome-shaped roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beehive",1,1,1 ], "a man-made receptacle used to house a swarm of bees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beehive",1,1,2 ], "a dome-shaped hair style in which the hair is piled high on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beehive",1,1,3 ], "a place where busy people are assembled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beekeeper",1,1,1 ], "a person who keeps bees for their honey; apiarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beeline",1,1,1 ], "for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beeline",1,1,1 ], "the most direct route between two places (esp| in the phrase make a beeline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "been",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beento",1,1,1 ], "a person who has resided in Britain, esp| during part of his education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beento",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of such a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beep",1,1,1 ], "a short high-pitched sound, esp| one made by the horn of a car, bicycle, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beep",1,1,1 ], "or by electronic apparatus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beep",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make such a noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beer and skittles",1,1,1 ], "enjoyment or pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beer",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink brewed from malt, sugar, hops, and water and fermented with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beer",1,1,1 ], "yeast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beer",1,1,2 ], "a slightly fermented drink made from the roots or leaves of certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beer",1,1,3 ], "relating to or used in the drinking of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beer",1,1,4 ], "beer but not spirits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beer",1,1,4 ], "in which beer is drunk, esp| (of licensed premises) having a licence to sell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beer-up",1,1,1 ], "a drinking bout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beery",1,1,1 ], "beerier, beeriest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beery",1,1,2 ], "smelling or tasting of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beery",1,1,3 ], "given to drinking beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beestings" ,1, 1, 1],"animal immediately after giving birth; colostrum",2). c_DEF([ "beestings" ,1, 1, 1],"beastings n| the first milk secreted by the mammary glands of a cow or similar",1). c_DEF([ "beestride" ,1, 1, 1],"strid",1). c_DEF([ "beestride" ,1, 2, 1],"to have or put a leg on either side of",1). c_DEF([ "beestride" ,1, 2, 2],"to extend across; span",1). c_DEF([ "beestride" ,1, 2, 3],"to stride over or across",1). c_DEF([ "beeswax",1,1,1,1 ], "a yellowish or dark brown wax secreted by honeybees for constructing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beeswax",1,1,1,1 ], "honeycombs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beeswax",1,1,1,2 ], "modelling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beeswax",1,1,1,2 ], "this wax after refining, purifying, etc|, used in polishes, ointments, and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beeswax",1,2,1 ], "to polish with such wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beeswing",1,1,1 ], "a light filmy crust of tartar that forms in port and some other wines after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beeswing",1,1,1 ], "long keeping in the bottle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beeswing",1,1,2 ], "a port or other wine containing beeswing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beet sugar",1,1,1 ], "the sucrose obtained from sugar beet, identical in composition to cane sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beet",1,1,1 ], "and spinach beet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "beet",1,1,1 ], "any chenopodiaceous plant of the genus Beta, esp| the Eurasian species B|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beet",1,1,1 ], "vulgaris, widely cultivated in such varieties as the sugar beet, mangel-wurzel, beetroot," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beet",1,1,2 ], "eaten as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beet",1,1,2 ], "the leaves of any of several varieties of this plant, which are cooked and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beet",1,1,3 ], "red beet| the U|S| name for beetroot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetfly",1,1,1 ], "a muscid fly, Pegomyia hyoscyami: a common pest of beets and mangel-wurzels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the order Coleoptera, having biting mouthparts and forewings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",1,1,1 ], "modified to form shell-like protective elytra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",1,1,2 ], "a game played with dice in which the players draw or assemble a beetle-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",1,1,2 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",1,2,1 ], "to scuttle or scurry; hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",2,1,1 ], "a heavy hand tool, usually made of wood, used for ramming, pounding, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",2,1,1 ], "beating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",2,1,2 ], "a machine used to finish cloth by stamping it with wooden hammers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",2,2,1 ], "to beat or pound with a beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",2,2,2 ], "to finish (cloth) by means of a beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",3,1,1 ], "to overhang; jut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle",3,2,1 ], "overhanging; prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle-browed",1,1,1 ], "having bushy or overhanging eyebrows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetle-browed",1,1,2 ], "sullen in appearance; scowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetroot",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the beet plant, Beta vulgaris, that has a bulbous dark red root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beetroot",1,1,1 ], "that may be eaten as a vegetable, in salads, or pickled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beetroot",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant|U|S| name: red beet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beeves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of beef ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beezer",1,1,1 ], "a person or chap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beezer",1,1,2 ], "the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befall",1,2,1 ], "to take place; come to pass " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befall",1,3,1 ], "to happen to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befall",1,4,1 ], "to be due, as by right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to be appropriate to or suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befog",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to surround with fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befog",1,1,2 ], "to make confused, vague, or less clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befool",1,1,1 ], "to make a fool of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befool",1,1,2 ], "to treat or regard as a fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "before",1,1,1 ], "earlier than the time when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "before",1,1,2 ], "rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "before",1,2,1 ], "preceding in space or time; in front of; ahead of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "before",1,2,2 ], "when confronted by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "before",1,2,3 ], "in the presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "before",1,2,4 ], "in preference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "before",1,3,1 ], "at an earlier time; previously; beforehand; in front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beforehand",1,2,1 ], "early; in advance; in anticipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befoul",1,1,1 ], "to make dirty or foul soil defile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befriend",1,1,1 ], "to be a friend to assist favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befuddle",1,1,1 ], "to confuse, muddle, or perplex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "befuddle",1,1,2 ], "to make stupid with drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg off",1,1,1 ], "to ask to be released from an engagement, obligation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to solicit (for money, food, etc|), esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,1,1 ], "the street" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,1,2 ], "earnestly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,1,2 ], "to ask (someone) for (something or leave to do something) formally, humbly, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,2,1 ], "(of a dog) to sit up with forepaws raised expectantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,2,2 ], "to leave unanswered or unresolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,2,3 ], "beg the question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,2,3,1 ], "to evade the issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,2,3,2 ], "to assume the thing under examination as proved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",1,2,4 ], "go begging| to be unwanted or unused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beg",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begad",1,1,1 ], "an emphatic exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "began",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begat",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of beget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beget" ,1, 1, 1],"got",1). c_DEF([ "beget" ,1, 2, 1],"to father",1). c_DEF([ "beget" ,1, 2, 2],"to cause or create",1). c_DEF([ "beggar",1,1,1 ], "a person who begs, esp| one who lives by begging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar",1,1,2 ], "a person who has no money or resources; pauper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar",1,1,3 ], "fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar",1,2,1 ], "to be beyond the resources of (esp| in the phrase to beggar description)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar",1,2,2 ], "to impoverish; reduce to begging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar's-lice",1,1,1 ], "adhere to clothing, fur, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beggar's-lice",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants, esp| the stickseed, having small prickly fruits that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar's-lice",1,1,2 ], "the seed or fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar-my-neighbour",1,1,1 ], "a card game in which one player tries to win all the cards of the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar-my-neighbour",1,1,1 ], "player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beggar-my-neighbour",1,1,2 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beggar-my-neighbour",1,1,2 ], "relating to or denoting an advantage gained by one side at the expense of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar-ticks",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants, such as the bur marigold and tick trefoil, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggar-ticks",1,1,1 ], "fruits or seeds that cling to clothing, fur, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beggar-ticks",1,1,2 ], "the seed or fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggarly",1,1,1 ], "meanly inadequate; very poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggarweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various leguminous plants of the genus Desmodium, esp| D| purpureum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beggarweed",1,1,1 ], "soil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "beggarweed",1,1,1 ], "the West Indies, grown in the southern U|S| as forage plants and to improve the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beggary",1,1,1 ], "extreme poverty or need; the condition of being a beggar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begin",1,1,1 ], "to start or cause to start (something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begin",1,1,2 ], "to bring or come into being for the first time; arise or originate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begin",1,1,3 ], "to start to say or speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begin",1,1,4 ], "to have the least capacity (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begin",1,1,5 ], "to begin with| in the first place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beginner",1,1,1 ], "a person who has just started to do or learn something; novice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beginning",1,1,1 ], "a start; commencement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beginning",1,1,2 ], "a first or early part or stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beginning",1,1,3 ], "the place where or time when something starts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beginning",1,1,4 ], "an origin; source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begird",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Poetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begird",1,1,2 ], "to surround; gird around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begird",1,1,3 ], "to bind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begone",1,1,1 ], "go away!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begonia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Begonia, of warm and tropical regions, widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begonia",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for their ornamental leaves and waxy flowers: family Begoniaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "begorra",1,1,1 ], "an emphatic exclamation, regarded as a characteristic utterance of Irishmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begot",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of beget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begotten",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of beget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begrime",1,1,1 ], "to make dirty soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begrudge",1,1,1 ], "to give, admit, or allow unwillingly or with a bad grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begrudge",1,1,2 ], "to envy (someone) the possession of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beguile",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to charm; fascinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beguile",1,1,2 ], "to delude; influence by slyness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beguile",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by of or out of) to deprive (someone) of something by trickery;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beguile",1,1,3 ], "cheat (someone) of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beguile",1,1,4 ], "to pass pleasantly; while away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beguine",1,1,1 ], "a dance of South American origin in bolero rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beguine",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beguine",1,1,3 ], "a variant of biggin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begum",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in India) a Muslim woman ruler, princess, or lady of high rank, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "begum",1,1,1 ], "widow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "begun",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behalf" ,1, 1, 1],"(someone's),behalf, on or",2). c_DEF([ "behalf" ,1, 1, 1],"interest, part, benefit, or respect (only in the phrases on",1). c_DEF([ "behalf" ,1, 1, 2],"in behalf of, in this behalf)",1). c_DEF([ "behave",1,1,1 ], "to act or function in a specified or usual way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behave",1,1,2 ], "to conduct (oneself) in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behave",1,1,3 ], "to conduct (oneself) properly or as desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behavior" ,1, 1, 1],"ism or be",1). c_DEF([ "behavior" ,1, 2, 1],"a school of psychology that regards objective observable aspects of the",1). c_DEF([ "behavior" ,1, 2, 1],"behaviour of organisms as the only valid subject for study",2). c_DEF([ "behaviour therapy",1,1,1 ], "any of various means of treating psychological disorders, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour therapy",1,1,1 ], "desensitization, aversion therapy, and instrumental conditioning, that depend on the patient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour therapy",1,1,1 ], "systematically learning new modes of behaviour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour",1,1,1 ], "manner of behaving or conducting oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour",1,1,2 ], "on one's best behaviour| behaving with careful good manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour",1,1,2,1 ], "the aggregate of all the responses made by an organism in any situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour",1,1,2,2 ], "a specific response of a certain organism to a specific stimulus or group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour",1,1,2,2 ], "stimuli" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour",1,1,3 ], "the action, reaction, or functioning of a machine, chemical substance, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behaviour",1,1,3 ], "under normal or specified circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "behavioural science",1,1,1 ], "organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "behavioural science",1,1,1 ], "the application of scientific methods to the study of the behaviour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behead",1,1,1 ], "to remove the head from decapitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beheld",1,1,1 ], "the past tense and past participle of behold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behemoth",1,1,1 ], "a gigantic beast, probably a hippopotamus, described in Job 4015" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behemoth",1,1,2 ], "a huge or monstrous person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behest",1,1,1 ], "an authoritative order or earnest request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,1,1 ], "in or to a position further back than; at the rear of; at the back of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,1,2 ], "in the past in relation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,1,3 ], "late according to; not keeping up with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,1,4 ], "concerning the circumstances surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,1,5 ], "backing or supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,2,1 ], "in or to a position further back; following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,2,2 ], "remaining after someone's departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,2,3 ], "in debt; in arrears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,3,1 ], "in a position further back; retarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,4,1 ], "the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,4,2 ], "a score of one point made by kicking the ball over the behind line between a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behind",1,4,2 ], "goalpost and one of the smaller outer posts (behind posts)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "behindhand",1,2,1 ], "remiss in fulfilling an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behindhand",1,2,2 ], "in debt; in arrears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behindhand",1,2,3 ], "delayed in development; backward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behindhand",1,2,4 ], "late; behind time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behold",1,1,1 ], "(often used in the imperative to draw attention to something) Archaic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behold",1,1,1 ], "literary|to look (at); observe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beholden",1,1,1 ], "indebted; obliged; under a moral obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behoof",1,1,1 ], "advantage or profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "behove",1,1,1 ], "to be necessary or fitting for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beige",1,1,1,1 ], "a very light brown, sometimes with a yellowish tinge, similar to the colour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beige",1,1,1,1 ], "undyed wool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beige",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beige",1,1,2 ], "a fabric made of undyed or unbleached wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beigel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bagel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "being",1,1,1 ], "the state or fact of existing; existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "being",1,1,2 ], "essential nature; self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "being",1,1,3 ], "assigned to any category" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "being",1,1,3 ], "something that exists or is thought to exist, esp| something that cannot be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "being",1,1,4 ], "a person; human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bejabers",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise, emphasis, etc|, regarded as a characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bejabers",1,1,1 ], "utterance of Irishmen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bejewel",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to decorate with or as if with jewels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bel canto",1,1,1,1 ], "a style of singing characterized by beauty of tone rather than dramatic power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bel canto",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bel esprit",1,1,1 ], "a witty or clever person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bel",1,1,1 ], "a unit for comparing two power levels, equal to the logarithm to the base ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bel",1,1,1 ], "of the ratio of the two powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belabour",1,1,1 ], "to beat severely; thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belabour",1,1,2 ], "to attack verbally; criticize harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belabour",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belah",1,1,1 ], "an Australian Casuarina glauca, yielding a useful timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belated",1,1,1 ], "late or too late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belay",1,1,1 ], "to make fast (a line) by securing to a pin, cleat, or bitt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belay",1,1,2 ], "to stop; cease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belay",1,1,3 ], "to turn (a rope) round an object, piton, etc|, to secure (a climber)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belay",1,2,1 ], "a turn of a rope round an object to secure it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belaying pin",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical, sometimes tapered pin, usually of metal or wood, that fits into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belaying pin",1,1,1 ], "a hole in a pin or fife rail: used for belaying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belch",1,1,1 ], "to expel wind from the stomach noisily through the mouth; eructate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belch",1,1,2 ], "to expel or be expelled forcefully from inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belch",1,1,3 ], "to say (curses, insults, etc|) violently or bitterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belch",1,2,1 ], "an act of belching; eructation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beldam",1,1,1 ], "an old woman, esp| an ugly or malicious one; hag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beldam",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for grandmother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beleaguer",1,1,1 ], "to trouble persistently; harass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beleaguer",1,1,2 ], "to lay siege to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belemnite",1,1,1 ], "any extinct marine cephalopod mollusc of the order Belemnoidea, related to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belemnite",1,1,1 ], "cuttlefish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belemnite",1,1,2 ], "Mesozoic fossil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belemnite",1,1,2 ], "the long pointed conical internal shell of any of these animals: a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belfry",1,1,1 ], "the part of a tower or steeple in which bells are hung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belfry",1,1,2 ], "a tower or steeple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belfry",1,1,3 ], "the timber framework inside a tower or steeple on which bells are hung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belfry",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) a movable tower for attacking fortifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belga",1,1,1 ], "a former Belgian monetary unit worth five francs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belie",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to show to be untrue; contradict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belie",1,1,2 ], "to misrepresent; disguise the nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belie",1,1,3 ], "to fail to justify; disappoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belief",1,1,1 ], "a principle, idea, etc|, accepted as true or real, esp| without positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belief",1,1,1 ], "proof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belief",1,1,2 ], "opinion; conviction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belief",1,1,3 ], "religious faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belief",1,1,4 ], "trust or confidence, as in a person or a person's abilities, probity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "believe",1,1,1 ], "to accept (a statement, supposition, or opinion) as true or real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "believe",1,2,1 ], "to accept the statement or opinion of (a person) as true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "believe",1,3,1 ], "to be convinced of the truth or existence (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "believe",1,4,1 ], "to have religious faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "believe",1,4,2 ], "to think, assume, or suppose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "believe",1,5,1 ], "to think that someone is able to do (a particular action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belike",1,1,1 ], "perhaps; maybe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belittle",1,1,1 ], "really is; disparage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belittle",1,1,1 ], "to consider or speak of (something) as less valuable or important than it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belittle",1,1,2 ], "to cause to make small; dwarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell buoy",1,1,1 ], "a navigational buoy fitted with a bell, the clapper of which strikes when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell buoy",1,1,1 ], "waves move the buoy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell glass",1,1,1 ], "another name for bell jar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell heather",1,1,1 ], "an ericaceous shrub, Erica cinerea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell jar",1,1,1 ], "a bell-shaped glass cover used to protect flower arrangements or fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell jar",1,1,1 ], "ornaments or to cover apparatus in experiments, esp| to prevent gases escaping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell magpie",1,1,1 ], "another name for currawong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell metal",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of copper and tin, with some zinc and lead, used in casting bells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell pull",1,1,1 ], "a handle, rope, or cord pulled to operate a doorbell or servant's bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell punch",1,1,1 ], "a machine that issues or stamps a ticket, etc|, ringing a bell as it does so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell push",1,1,1 ], "a button pressed to operate an electric bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell sheep",1,1,1 ], "a sheep that a shearer is just starting to shear (and which he is allowed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell sheep",1,1,1 ], "finish) as the bell rings for the end of a work period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell tent",1,1,1 ], "a cone-shaped tent having a single central supporting pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,1 ], "a hollow, usually metal, cup-shaped instrument that emits a musical ringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,1 ], "sound when struck, often by a clapper hanging inside it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,10 ], "bell, book, and candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,10,1 ], "instruments used formerly in excommunications and other ecclesiastical acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,10,2 ], "Informal| the solemn ritual ratification of such acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,2 ], "marking the beginning or end of a period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,2 ], "the sound made by such an instrument or device, as for showing the hours or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,3 ], "an electrical device that rings or buzzes as a signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,4 ], "such as the trumpet or oboe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,4 ], "the bowl-shaped termination of the tube of certain musical wind instruments," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,5 ], "any musical percussion instrument emitting a ringing tone, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,5 ], "glockenspiel, one of a set of hand bells, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,6 ], "a signal rung on a ship's bell to count the number of half-hour intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,6 ], "during each of six four-hour watches reckoned from midnight| Thus, one bell may" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,6 ], "signify 12|30, 4|30, or 8|30 a|m| or p|m" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,7 ], "a structure resembling a bell in shape, such as the corolla of certain flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,7 ], "or the body of a jellyfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,8 ], "experienced, esp| indistinctly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,8 ], "ring a bell| to sound familiar; recall to the mind something previously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,1,9 ], "sound as a bell| in perfect condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,2,1 ], "to be or cause to be shaped like a bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",1,3,1 ], "to attach a bell or bells to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",2,1,1 ], "a bellowing or baying cry, esp| that of a hound or a male deer in rut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell",2,2,1 ], "to utter (such a cry)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell-bottoms",1,1,1 ], "trousers that flare from the knee and have wide bottoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell-ringer",1,1,1 ], "a person who rings church bells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bell-ringer",1,1,2 ], "a person who plays musical handbells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belladonna lily",1,1,1 ], "another name for amaryllis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belladonna",1,1,1 ], "either of two alkaloid drugs, atropine or hyoscyamine, obtained from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belladonna",1,1,1 ], "leaves and roots of the deadly nightshade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belladonna",1,1,2 ], "another name for deadly nightshade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellarmine",1,1,1 ], "a large stoneware or earthenware jug for ale or spirits, bearing a bearded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellarmine",1,1,1 ], "mask" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bellbird",1,1,1 ], "a bell-like call: family Cotingidae (cotingas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bellbird",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical American passerine birds of the genus Procnias having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellbird",1,1,2 ], "Oreoica gutturalis , or a New Zealand honeyeater, Anthornis melanura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bellbird",1,1,2 ], "either of two other birds with a bell-like call: an Australian flycatcher," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellboy",1,1,1 ], "a man or boy employed in a hotel, club, etc|, to carry luggage and answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellboy",1,1,1 ], "calls for service; page; porter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belle poque",1,1,1 ], "the period of comfortable well-established life before World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belle",1,1,1 ], "a beautiful girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belle",1,1,2 ], "in the phrase the belle of the ball)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belle",1,1,2 ], "the most attractive or admired girl or woman at a place, function, etc| (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belles-lettres",1,1,1 ], "literary works, esp| essays and poetry, valued for their aesthetic rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belles-lettres",1,1,1 ], "their informative or moral content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belletrist",1,1,1 ], "a writer of belles-lettres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellflower",1,1,1 ], "another name for campanula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellhop",1,1,1 ], "another name for bellboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellicose",1,1,1 ], "warlike; aggressive; ready to fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belligerence",1,1,1 ], "the act or quality of being belligerent or warlike; aggressiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belligerency",1,1,1 ], "the state of being at war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belligerent",1,1,1 ], "marked by readiness to fight or argue; aggressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belligerent",1,1,2 ], "relating to or engaged in a legally recognized war or warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belligerent",1,2,1 ], "a person or country engaged in fighting or war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellman",1,1,1 ], "a man who rings a bell, esp| (formerly) a town crier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellow",1,1,1 ], "to make a loud deep raucous cry like that of a bull; roar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellow",1,1,2 ], "to shout (something) unrestrainedly, as in anger or pain; bawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellow",1,2,1 ], "the characteristic noise of a bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellow",1,2,2 ], "a loud deep sound, as of pain or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellows fish",1,1,1 ], "another name for snipefish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellows",1,1,1 ], "air, as for producing a draught for a fire or for sounding organ pipes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bellows",1,1,1 ], "an instrument consisting of an air chamber with flexible sides, a means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellows",1,1,1 ], "compressing it, an inlet valve, and a constricted outlet that is used to create a stream of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bellows",1,1,2 ], "a telescopic light-tight sleeve, connecting the lens system of some cameras to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellows",1,1,2 ], "the body of the instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bellows",1,1,3 ], "a flexible corrugated element used as an expansion joint, pump, or means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellows",1,1,3 ], "transmitting axial motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bells of Ireland",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing|) an annual garden plant, Moluccella laevis, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bells of Ireland",1,1,1 ], "flowers have a green cup-shaped calyx: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bellwether",1,1,1 ], "a sheep that leads the herd, often bearing a bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellwether",1,1,2 ], "a leader, esp| one followed blindly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellwort",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the North American liliaceous genus Uvularia, having slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellwort",1,1,1 ], "bell-shaped yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bellwort",1,1,2 ], "another name for campanula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belly ache" ,1, 1, 1],"an informal term for ,stomach ache",1). c_DEF([ "belly ache" ,1, 2, 1],"lyache",1). c_DEF([ "belly ache" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) Slang",1). c_DEF([ "belly ache" ,1, 2, 3],"to complain repeatedly",1). c_DEF([ "belly dance" ,1, 1, 1],"a sensuous and provocative dance of Middle Eastern origin, performed by women,",1). c_DEF([ "belly dance" ,1, 1, 1],"with undulating movements of the hips and abdomen",2). c_DEF([ "belly dance" ,1, 2, 1],"ly-dance",1). c_DEF([ "belly dance" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to perform such a dance",1). c_DEF([ "belly flop" ,1, 1, 1],"a dive into water in which the body lands horizontally",1). c_DEF([ "belly flop" ,1, 1, 2],"another name for ,belly landing",1). c_DEF([ "belly flop" ,1, 2, 1],"ly-flop, -flops, -flopping, -flopped",1). c_DEF([ "belly flop" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to perform a belly flop",1). c_DEF([ "belly landing",1,1,1 ], "the landing of an aircraft on its fuselage without use of its landing gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belly laugh",1,1,1 ], "a loud deep hearty laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 10],"an archaic word for ,womb ,1,4",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 1],"and other abdominal organs; abdomen",2). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 1],"the lower or front part of the body of a vertebrate, containing the intestines",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 2],"the stomach, esp| when regarded as the seat of gluttony",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 3],"a part, line, or structure that bulges deeply",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 4],"the inside or interior cavity of something",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 5],"the front or inner part or underside of something",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 6],"stretched",2). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 6],"the surface of a stringed musical instrument over which the strings are",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 7],"the thick central part of certain muscles",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 8],"the portion of a hide or skin on the underpart of an animal",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 1, 9],"the surface of the bow next to the bowstring",1). c_DEF([ "belly" ,1, 2, 1],"to swell out or cause to swell out; bulge",1). c_DEF([ "bellyband",1,1,1 ], "a strap around the belly of a draught animal, holding the shafts of a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellybutton",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the navel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellyful",1,1,1 ], "as much as one wants or can eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bellyful",1,1,2 ], "more than one can tolerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belong",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by to) to be the property or possession (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belong",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) to be a member (of a club, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belong",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to, under, with, etc|) to be classified (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belong",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by to) to be a part or adjunct (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belong",1,1,5 ], "to have a proper or usual place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belong",1,1,6 ], "to be suitable or acceptable, esp| socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belonging",1,1,1 ], "secure relationship; affinity (esp| in the phrase a sense of belonging)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belongings",1,1,1 ], "the things that a person owns or has with him possessions effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beloved",1,1,1 ], "dearly loved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beloved",1,2,1 ], "a person who is dearly loved, such as a wife or husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,1,1 ], "at or to a position lower than; under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,1,2 ], "less than in quantity or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,1,3 ], "south of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,1,4 ], "downstream of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,1,5 ], "unworthy of; beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,2,1 ], "at or to a lower position or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,2,2 ], "at a later place (in something written)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "below",1,2,3 ], "beneath heaven; on earth or in hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt man",1,1,1 ], "his belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belt man",1,1,1 ], "the member of a beach lifesaving team who swims out with a line attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt out",1,1,1 ], "to sing loudly or emit (sound, esp| pop music) loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt up",1,1,1 ], "imperative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belt up",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become silent; stop talking: often used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt up",1,1,2 ], "to fasten with or be a belt, esp| a seat belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,1 ], "a band of cloth, leather, etc|, worn, usually around the waist, to support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,1 ], "clothing, carry tools, weapons, or ammunition, or as decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,2 ], "a narrow band, circle, or stripe, as of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,3 ], "an area, esp| an elongated one, where a specific thing or specific conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,3 ], "are found; zone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,4 ], "a band of flexible material between rotating shafts or pulleys to transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,4 ], "motion or transmit goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,5 ], "short for beltcourse (see cordon ,4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,6 ], "a sharp blow, as with a bat or the fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,7 ], "below the belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,7,1 ], "Boxing| below the waist, esp| in the groin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,7,2 ], "Informal| in an unscrupulous or cowardly way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,8 ], "tighten one's belt| to take measures to reduce expenditure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,9 ], "under one's belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,9,1 ], "(of food or drink) in one's stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,9,2 ], "in one's possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,1,9,3 ], "as part of one's experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,2,1 ], "to fasten or attach with or as if with a belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,3,1 ], "to hit with a belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,4,1 ], "to give a sharp blow; punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,5,1 ], "to move very fast, esp| in a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,6,1 ], "to mark with belts, as of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belt",1,7,1 ], "to encircle; surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beltcourse",1,1,1 ], "another name for cordon ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belting",1,1,1 ], "the material used to make a belt or belts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belting",1,1,2 ], "belts collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belting",1,1,3 ], "a beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beltway",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for a ring road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beluga",1,1,1 ], "Seas: a source of caviar and isinglass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beluga",1,1,1 ], "a large white sturgeon, Acipenser (or Huso)huso, of the Black and Caspian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beluga",1,1,2 ], "another name for white whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belvedere",1,1,1 ], "a building, such as a summerhouse or roofed gallery, sited to command a fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "belvedere",1,1,1 ], "view" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bema",1,1,1 ], "the speaker's platform in the assembly in ancient Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bema",1,1,2 ], "a raised area surrounding the altar in a church; the sanctuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bema",1,1,3 ], "a platform in a synagogue from which the Scriptures are read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bemean",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for demean ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bemire",1,1,1 ], "to soil with or as if with mire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bemire",1,1,2 ], "to stick fast in mud or mire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bemoan",1,1,1 ], "fate)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bemoan",1,1,1 ], "to grieve over (a loss, etc|); mourn; lament (esp| in the phrase bemoan one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bemuse",1,1,1 ], "to confuse bewilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bemused",1,1,1 ], "preoccupied; lost in thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ben",1,1,1 ], "an inner room in a house or cottage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ben",1,3,1 ], "in; within; inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ben",1,4,1 ], "inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ben",2,1,1 ], "and India, whose seeds yield oil of ben, used in manufacturing perfumes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ben",2,1,1 ], "any of several Asiatic trees of the genus Moringa, esp| M| oleifera of Arabia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ben",2,1,1 ], "cosmetics, lubricating delicate machinery, etc|: family Moringaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ben",2,1,2 ], "the seed of such a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ben",3,1,1 ], "a high mountain peak (esp| in place names)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bename",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) an archaic word for name ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench mark",1,1,1 ], "a mark on a stone post or other permanent feature, at a point whose exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench mark",1,1,1 ], "elevation and position is known: used as a reference point in surveying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bench mark",1,1,2 ], "a criterion by which to measure something; standard; reference point|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench warrant",1,1,1 ], "a warrant issued by a judge or court directing that an offender be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench warrant",1,1,1 ], "apprehended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,1 ], "a long seat for more than one person, usually lacking a back or arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,2 ], "a plain stout work table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,3 ], "the bench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,3,1 ], "a judge or magistrate sitting in court in a judicial capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,3,2 ], "judges or magistrates collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,4 ], "the seat on which reserve players and officials sit during a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,5 ], "a flat narrow platform of land, esp| one marking a former shoreline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,6 ], "a ledge in a mine or quarry from which work is carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,1,7 ], "a platform on which dogs or other domestic animals are exhibited at shows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,2,1 ], "to provide with benches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bench",1,2,2 ], "to exhibit (a dog, etc|) at a show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bencher",1,1,1 ], "a Queen's Counsel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bencher",1,1,1 ], "a member of the governing body of one of the Inns of Court, usually a judge or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend sinister",1,1,1 ], "a diagonal line bisecting a shield from the top right to the bottom left," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend sinister",1,1,1 ], "typically indicating a bastard line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,1,1 ], "to form or cause to form a curve, as by pushing or pulling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,1,2 ], "to turn or cause to turn from a particular direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,2,1 ], "to incline the body; stoop; bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,2,2 ], "to submit or cause to submit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,3,1 ], "to turn or direct (one's eyes, steps, attention, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,4,1 ], "to concentrate (the mind); apply oneself closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,5,1 ], "to attach or fasten, as a sail to a boom or a line to a cleat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,5,2 ], "bend over backwards| Informal| to make great efforts; exert oneself to a great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,5,2 ], "extent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,5,3 ], "bend the rules| Informal| to ignore rules or change them to suit one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,5,3 ], "convenience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,6,1 ], "a curved part, as in a road or river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,6,2 ], "a knot or eye in a line for joining it to another or to an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,6,3 ], "the act or state of bending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",1,6,4 ], "round the bend| Brit| slang| mad; crazy; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bend",2,1,1 ], "an ordinary consisting of a diagonal line traversing a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bender",1,1,1 ], "a drinking bout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bends",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for decompression sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bendy",1,1,1 ], "bendier, bendiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bendy",1,1,2 ], "flexible or pliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bendy",1,1,3 ], "having many bends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bendy",2,1,1 ], "striped diagonally|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneath",1,1,1 ], "below, esp| if covered, protected, or obscured by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneath",1,1,2 ], "not as great or good as would be demanded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneath",1,2,1 ], "below; underneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benedicite",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Christian religious orders) a blessing or grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benedicite",1,2,1 ], "an expression of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benediction",1,1,1 ], "an invocation of divine blessing, esp| at the end of a Christian religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benediction",1,1,1 ], "ceremony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benediction",1,1,2 ], "a Roman Catholic service in which the congregation is blessed with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benediction",1,1,2 ], "sacrament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benediction",1,1,3 ], "the state of being blessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefaction",1,1,1 ], "the act of doing good, esp| by giving a donation to charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefaction",1,1,2 ], "the donation or help given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefactor",1,1,1 ], "a person who supports or helps a person, institution, etc|, esp| by giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefactor",1,1,1 ], "money; patron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benefic",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for beneficent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefice",1,1,1 ], "an endowed Church office yielding an income to its holder; a Church living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefice",1,1,2 ], "the property or revenue attached to such an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefice",1,1,3 ], "(in feudal society) a tenement (piece of land) held by a vassal from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefice",1,1,3 ], "landowner on easy terms or free, esp| in return for military support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benefice",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficence",1,1,1 ], "the act of doing good; kindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficence",1,1,2 ], "a charitable act or gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficent",1,1,1 ], "charitable; generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficial",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by to) causing a good result; advantageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficial",1,1,2 ], "entitling a person to receive the profits or proceeds of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficiary",1,1,1 ], "a person who gains or benefits in some way from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficiary",1,1,2 ], "a person entitled to receive funds or other property under a trust, will, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficiary",1,1,2 ], "insurance policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beneficiary",1,1,3 ], "the holder of an ecclesiastical or other benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beneficiary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a benefice or the holder of a benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit association",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| term for friendly society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit of clergy",1,1,1 ], "sanction by the church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit of clergy",1,1,2 ], "(in the Middle Ages) a privilege that placed the clergy outside the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit of clergy",1,1,2 ], "jurisdiction of secular courts and entitled them to trial in ecclesiastical courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benefit",1,1,1 ], "something that improves or promotes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit",1,1,2 ], "advantage or sake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit",1,1,3 ], "a payment or series of payments made by an institution, such as an insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit",1,1,3 ], "company or trade union, to a person who is ill, unemployed, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benefit",1,1,4 ], "a theatrical performance, sports event, etc|, to raise money for a charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benefit",1,1,5 ], "to do or receive good; profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benempt",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of bename" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benevolence",1,1,1 ], "inclination or tendency to help or do good to others; charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benevolence",1,1,2 ], "an act of kindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benevolence",1,1,3 ], "(in the Middle Ages) a forced loan or contribution exacted by English kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benevolence",1,1,3 ], "from their nobility and subjects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benevolent",1,1,1 ], "intending or showing good will; kindly; friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benevolent",1,1,2 ], "doing good or giving aid to others, rather than making profit; charitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bengaline",1,1,1 ], "a heavy corded fabric, esp| silk with woollen or cotton cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benighted",1,1,1 ], "lacking cultural, moral, or intellectual enlightenment; ignorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benighted",1,1,2 ], "overtaken by night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benign",1,1,1 ], "showing kindliness; genial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benign",1,1,2 ], "(of soil, climate, etc|) mild; gentle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benign",1,1,3 ], "favourable; propitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benign",1,1,4 ], "(of a tumour, etc|) not threatening to life or health not malignant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benignant",1,1,1 ], "kind; gracious, as a king to his subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benignant",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for benign 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benignity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being benign; favourable attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benignity",1,1,2 ], "a kind or gracious act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benison",1,1,1 ], "a blessing, esp| a spoken one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benjamin",1,1,1 ], "another name for benzoin ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benjamin",1,1,2 ], "benjamin bush| another name for spicebush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benne",1,1,1 ], "another name for sesame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benne",1,1,2 ], "benne oil| the edible oil obtained from sesame seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bennet",1,1,1 ], "short for herb bennet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benny",1,1,1 ], "an amphetamine tablet, esp| benzedrine: a stimulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benny",2,1,2 ], "a man's overcoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent grass",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to bent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bent grass",1,1,1 ], "any perennial grass of the genus Agrostis, esp| A| tenuis, which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent grass",1,1,1 ], "spreading panicle of tiny flowers| Some species are planted for hay or in lawns|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,1,1 ], "not straight; curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by on) fixed (on a course of action); resolved (to); determined (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,1,2,1 ], "dishonest; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,1,2,2 ], "(of goods) stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,1,2,3 ], "crazy; mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,1,2,4 ], "sexually deviant, esp| homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,2,1 ], "personal inclination, propensity, or aptitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,2,2 ], "capacity of endurance (esp| in the phrase to the top of one's bent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",1,2,3 ], "a framework placed across a structure to stiffen it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",2,1,1 ], "short for bent grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",2,1,2 ], "a stalk of bent grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",2,1,3 ], "any stiff grass or sedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",2,1,4 ], "and Northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bent",2,1,5 ], "heath or moorland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benthos",1,1,1 ], "the animals and plants living at the bottom of a sea or lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benthos",1,1,2 ], "the bottom of a sea or lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bentonite",1,1,1 ], "a valuable clay, formed by the decomposition of volcanic ash, that swells as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bentonite",1,1,1 ], "industries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bentonite",1,1,1 ], "it absorbs water: used as a filler in the building, paper, and pharmaceutical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bentwood",1,1,1,1 ], "wood bent in moulds after being heated by steaming, used mainly for furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bentwood",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benumb",1,1,1 ], "to make numb or powerless; deaden physical feeling in, as by cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benumb",1,1,2 ], "to make inactive; stupefy (the mind, senses, will, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish fragrant volatile oil used in the manufacture of dyes, perfumes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "and flavourings and as a solvent for oils and resins| Formula: C6H5CHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzene ring",1,1,1 ], "derivatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzene ring",1,1,1 ], "the hexagonal ring of bonded carbon atoms in the benzene molecule or its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzene",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "benzene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable poisonous aromatic liquid used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzene",1,1,1 ], "styrene, phenol, etc|, as a solvent for fats, resins, etc|, and as an insecticide|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzidine",1,1,1 ], "a grey or reddish poisonous crystalline powder used mainly in the manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzidine",1,1,1 ], "of dyes, esp| Congo red| Formula: NH2(C\6H\4)2NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzine",1,1,1 ], "a volatile mixture of the lighter aliphatic hydrocarbon constituents of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzine",1,1,1 ], "petroleum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzine",1,1,2 ], "a rare name for petrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a benzene ring fused to another ring in a polycyclic compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzo-",1,1,2 ], "groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzo-",1,1,2 ], "indicating derivation from benzene or benzoic acid or the presence of phenyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzoate of soda",1,1,1 ], "another name for sodium benzoate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzoate",1,1,1 ], "C6H5COO-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of benzoic acid, containing the group C6H5COO- or the ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzocaine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline ester used as a local anaesthetic; ethyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzocaine",1,1,1 ], "para-aminobenzoate| Formula: C9H11NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzofuran",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble aromatic liquid obtained from coal tar and used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzofuran",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of synthetic resins| Formula: C8H6O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "C6H5COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "benzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline solid occurring in many natural resins, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of benzoates, plasticizers, and dyes and as a food preservative| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoic",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or derived from benzoic acid or benzoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzoin",1,1,1 ], "Styrax, esp| S| benzoin of Java and Sumatra, and used in ointments, perfume, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoin",1,1,1 ], "a gum resin containing benzoic acid, obtained from various trees of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzoin",1,1,2 ], "a white or yellowish crystalline compound with a camphor-like odour used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzoin",1,1,2 ], "antiseptic and flavouring; 2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetophenone| Formula: C6H5CHOHCOC6H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoin",1,1,3 ], "(spicebush)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoin",1,1,3 ], "any lauraceous aromatic shrub or tree of the genus Lindera, esp| L| benzoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzol",1,1,1 ], "a crude form of benzene, containing toluene, xylene, and other hydrocarbons," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzol",1,1,1 ], "obtained from coal tar or coal gas and used as a fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzol",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete name for benzene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzophenone",1,1,1 ], "a white sweet-smelling crystalline solid used mainly in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzophenone",1,1,1 ], "organic compounds and in perfume| Formula: C6H5COC6H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoquinone",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline water-soluble unsaturated ketone manufactured from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzoquinone",1,1,1 ], "aniline and used in the production of dyestuffs| Formula: C6H4O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "benzoyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group C6H5CO-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "benzyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group C6H5CH2-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bequeath",1,1,1 ], "to dispose of (property, esp| personal property) by will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bequeath",1,1,2 ], "to hand down; pass on, as to following generations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bequest",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of bequeathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bequest",1,1,1,2 ], "something that is bequeathed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bequest",1,1,2 ], "a gift of property by will, esp| personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berate",1,1,1 ], "to scold harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berberidaceous",1,1,1 ], "family of flowering plants (mostly shrubs), including barberry and barrenwort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berberidaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Berberidaceae, a mainly N temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berberine",1,1,1 ], "a yellow bitter-tasting alkaloid obtained from barberry and other plants and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berberine",1,1,1 ], "used medicinally, esp in tonics| Formula: C20H19NO5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berberis",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the berberidaceous genus Berberis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berbice chair",1,1,1 ], "a large armchair with long arms that can be folded inwards to act as leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berbice chair",1,1,1 ], "rests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berceuse",1,1,1 ], "a cradlesong or lullaby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berceuse",1,1,2 ], "an instrumental piece suggestive of this, in six-eight time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bereave",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) to deprive (of) something or someone valued, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bereave",1,1,1 ], "through death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bereave",1,1,2 ], "to remove by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bereft",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) deprived parted (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beret",1,1,1 ], "a round close-fitting brimless cap of soft wool material or felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berg wind",1,1,1 ], "a hot dry wind in South Africa blowing from the plateau down to the coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berg",1,1,1 ], "short for iceberg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berg",2,1,1 ], "a South African word for mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,1 ], "a small Asian spiny rutaceous tree, Citrus bergamia, having sour pear-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,2 ], "essence of bergamot| a fragrant essential oil from the fruit rind of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,2 ], "plant, used in perfumery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,3 ], "a Mediterranean mint, Mentha citrata, that yields an oil similar to essence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,3 ], "bergamot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,4 ], "purple flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,4 ], "wild bergamot| a North American plant, Monarda fistulosa, with clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bergamot",1,1,5 ], "a variety of pear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bergschrund",1,1,1 ], "a crevasse at the head of a glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beriberi",1,1,1 ], "(vitamin B\1)| It affects the nerves to the limbs, producing pain, paralysis, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beriberi",1,1,1 ], "a disease, endemic in E and S Asia, caused by dietary deficiency of thiamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beriberi",1,1,1 ], "swelling" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "berk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of burk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berkelium",1,1,1 ], "Bk; atomic no|: 97; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'4'7Bk: 1400 years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berkelium",1,1,1 ], "a metallic transuranic element produced by bombardment of americium| Symbol:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berley",1,1,1 ], "an Austral| name for ground bait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berlin",1,1,2 ], "a four-wheeled two-seated covered carriage, popular in the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berlin",1,1,3 ], "a limousine with a glass partition between the front and rear seats| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berlin",1,1,3 ], "called (for senses 2, 3): berline (b@@!li$:n, !b$z$:li$:n)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berm",1,1,1 ], "a narrow path or ledge at the edge of a slope, road, or canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berm",1,1,2 ], "a narrow path or ledge between a moat and a rampart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bernicle goose",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the brent or barnacle goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berretta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of biretta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berry" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various small edible fruits such as the blackberry and strawberry",1). c_DEF([ "berry" ,1, 1, 2],"an indehiscent fruit with two or more seeds and a fleshy pericarp, such as the",1). c_DEF([ "berry" ,1, 1, 2],"grape or gooseberry",2). c_DEF([ "berry" ,1, 1, 3],"any of various seeds or dried kernels, such as a coffee bean",1). c_DEF([ "berry" ,1, 1, 4],"the egg of a lobster, crayfish, or similar animal",1). c_DEF([ "berry" ,1, 3, 1],"to bear or produce berries",1). c_DEF([ "berry" ,1, 3, 2],"to gather or look for berries",1). c_DEF([ "bersagliere",1,1,1 ], "a member of a rifle regiment in the Italian Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berseem",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean clover, Trifolium alexandrinum, grown as a forage crop and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berseem",1,1,1 ], "improve the soil in the southwestern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berserk",1,1,1 ], "frenziedly violent or destructive (esp| in the phrase go berserk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berserk",1,2,1 ], "a member of a class of ancient Norse warriors who worked themselves into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berserk",1,2,1 ], "frenzy before battle and fought with insane fury and courage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,1,1 ], "a bed or bunk in a vessel or train, usually narrow and fixed to a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,1,2 ], "a place assigned to a ship at a mooring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,1,3 ], "sufficient distance from the shore or from other ships or objects for a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,1,3 ], "to manoeuvre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,1,4 ], "give a wide berth to| to keep clear of; avoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,1,5 ], "accommodation on a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,1,6 ], "a job, esp| as a member of a ship's crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,2,1 ], "to assign a berth to (a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,2,2 ], "to dock (a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,3,1 ], "to provide with a sleeping place, as on a vessel or train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "berth",1,4,1 ], "to pick up a mooring in an anchorage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bertha",1,1,1 ], "a wide deep capelike collar, often of lace, usually to cover up a low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bertha",1,1,1 ], "neckline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beryl",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Be3Al2Si6O18" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "beryl",1,1,1 ], "a green, blue, yellow, or white hard mineral consisting of beryllium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beryl",1,1,1 ], "silicate in hexagonal crystalline form| It occurs principally in coarse granite and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beryl",1,1,1 ], "the chief ore of beryllium| Emerald and aquamarine are transparent varieties|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "beryllium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Be; atomic no|: 4; atomic wt|: 9|012; valency: 2; relative density: 1|85;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "beryllium",1,1,1 ], "a corrosion-resistant toxic silvery-white metallic element that occurs chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beryllium",1,1,1 ], "glucinium" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "beryllium",1,1,1 ], "in beryl and is used mainly in x-ray windows and in the manufacture of alloys|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beryllium",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 1278 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2970 degrees C| Former name: glucinum or" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "beseech",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to ask (someone) earnestly (to do something or for something); beg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beseem",1,1,1 ], "to be suitable for; befit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beset",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)(esp| of dangers, temptations, or difficulties)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beset",1,1,2 ], "to trouble or harass constantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beset",1,1,3 ], "to surround or attack from all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beset",1,1,4 ], "to cover with, esp| with jewels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besetting",1,1,1 ], "tempting, harassing, or assailing (esp| in the phrase besetting sin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beshrew",1,1,1 ], "to wish evil on; curse (used in mild oaths such as beshrew me)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beside",1,1,1 ], "next to; at, by, or to the side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beside",1,1,2 ], "as compared with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beside",1,1,3 ], "away from; wide of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beside",1,1,4 ], "besides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beside",1,1,5 ], "beside oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beside",1,2,1 ], "overwhelmed; overwrought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beside",1,3,1 ], "at, by, to, or along the side of something or someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besides",1,1,1 ], "apart from; even considering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besides",1,1,2 ], "anyway; moreover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besides",1,2,1 ], "as well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besiege",1,1,1 ], "about its surrender" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "besiege",1,1,1 ], "to surround (a fortified area, esp| a city) with military forces to bring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besiege",1,1,2 ], "to crowd round; hem in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besiege",1,1,3 ], "to overwhelm, as with requests or queries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besmear",1,1,1 ], "to smear over; daub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besmear",1,1,2 ], "to sully; defile (often in the phrase besmear reputation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besmirch",1,1,1 ], "to make dirty; soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besmirch",1,1,2 ], "to reduce the brightness or lustre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besmirch",1,1,3 ], "to sully (often in the phrase besmirch name)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besom",1,1,1 ], "a broom, esp| one made of a bundle of twigs tied to a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besom",1,1,2 ], "a broom or brush used to sweep the ice in front of the stone to make it slide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besom",1,1,2 ], "farther" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "besom",1,1,3 ], "a derogatory term (chiefly northern Brit| dialect) for a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besom",1,2,1 ], "to sweep with a besom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besotted",1,1,1 ], "stupefied with drink; intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besotted",1,1,2 ], "infatuated; doting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besotted",1,1,3 ], "foolish; muddled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of beseech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespangle",1,1,1 ], "to cover or adorn with or as if with spangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespatter",1,1,1 ], "to splash all over, as with dirty water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespatter",1,1,2 ], "to defile; slander; besmirch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespeak",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to engage, request, or ask for in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespeak",1,1,2 ], "to indicate or suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespeak",1,1,3 ], "to speak to; address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespeak",1,1,4 ], "to foretell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespectacled",1,1,1 ], "wearing spectacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespoke",1,1,1 ], "(of a suit, jacket, etc|) made to the customer's specifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespoke",1,1,2 ], "making or selling such suits, jackets, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bespread",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cover (a surface) with something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besprent",1,1,1 ], "sprinkled over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "besprinkle",1,1,1 ], "to sprinkle all over with liquid, powder, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best end",1,1,1 ], "the end of the neck of lamb, pork, etc|, nearest to the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best girl",1,1,1 ], "one's sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best man",1,1,1 ], "the (male) attendant of the bridegroom at a wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best seller",1,1,1 ], "a book, gramophone record, or other product that has sold in great numbers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best seller",1,1,1 ], "esp| over a short period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "best seller",1,1,2 ], "the author of one or more such books, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,1,1 ], "the superlative of good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,1,2 ], "most excellent of a particular group, category, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,1,3 ], "most suitable, advantageous, desirable, attractive, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,1,4 ], "the best part of| most of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,1,5 ], "put one's best foot forward|to do one's utmost to make progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,2,1 ], "the superlative of well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,2,2 ], "attractively, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,2,2 ], "in a manner surpassing all others; most excellently, advantageously," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,2,3 ], "in or to the greatest degree or extent; most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,2,4 ], "as best one can or may| as effectively as possible within one's limitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,2,5 ], "had best| would be wise, sensible, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,1 ], "category" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,1 ], "the best| the most outstanding or excellent person, thing, or group in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,10 ], "give the best| to concede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,11 ], "(someone''s) superiority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,12 ], "circumstances of (often in the phrases make the best of a bad job, make the best of it)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,12 ], "make the best of| to cope as well as possible in the unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,13 ], "six of the best| Informal| six strokes with a cane on the buttocks or hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,2 ], "(often preceded by at) the most excellent, pleasing, or skilled quality or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,2 ], "condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,3 ], "the most effective effort of which a person or group is capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,4 ], "a winning majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,5 ], "best wishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,6 ], "a person's smartest outfit of clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,7 ], "at best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,7,1 ], "in the most favourable interpretation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,7,2 ], "under the most favourable conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,8 ], "for the best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,8,1 ], "for an ultimately good outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,8,2 ], "with good intentions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,3,9 ], "get or have the best of| to surpass, defeat, or outwit; better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best",1,4,1 ], "to gain the advantage over or defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "best-ball",1,1,1 ], "best individual totals of two or more other players at each hole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "best-ball",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a match in which one player competes against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestead" ,1, 1, 1],"to help; avail",1). c_DEF([ "bestead" ,1, 2, 1],"placed; situated",1). c_DEF([ "bestial",1,1,1 ], "brutal or savage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestial",1,1,2 ], "sexually depraved; carnal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestial",1,1,3 ], "lacking in refinement; brutish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestial",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a beast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestiality",1,1,1 ], "bestial behaviour, character, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestiality",1,1,2 ], "sexual activity between a person and an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestialize",1,1,1 ], "to make bestial or brutal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestiary",1,1,1 ], "a moralizing medieval collection of descriptions of real and/or mythical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestiary",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bestir",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cause (oneself, or, rarely, another person) to become active; rouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestow",1,1,1 ], "to present (a gift) or confer (an award or honour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestow",1,1,2 ], "to apply (energy, resources, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestow",1,1,3 ], "to house (a person) or store (goods, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bestrew",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to scatter or be scattered over (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 1, 1],"an agreement between two parties that a sum of money or other stake will be",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 1, 1],"paid by the loser to the party who correctly predicts the outcome of an event",2). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 1, 2],"the money or stake risked",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 1, 3],"the predicted result in such an agreement",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 1, 4],"a person, event, etc|, considered as likely to succeed or occur",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 1, 5],"a course of action (esp| in the phrase one's best bet)",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 1, 6],"an opinion; view",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 2, 1],"(when intr",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 2, 2],"foll| by on or against) to make or place a bet with (a person or persons)",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to stake (money, etc|) in a bet",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|; may take a clause as object) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 2, 5],"to predict (a certain outcome)",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 2, 6],"you bet| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "bet" ,1, 2, 7],"of course; naturally",1). c_DEF([ "beta decay" ,1, 1, 1],"of an electron| It involves unit change of atomic number but none in mass number",2). c_DEF([ "beta decay" ,1, 1, 1],"the radioactive transformation of an atomic nucleus accompanying the emission",1). c_DEF([ "beta decay" ,1, 1, 2],"process",1). c_DEF([ "beta globulin",1,1,1 ], "another name for transferrin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta iron",1,1,1 ], "a nonmagnetic allotrope of pure iron stable between 770 degrees C and 910" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta iron",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beta particle",1,1,1 ], "a high-speed electron or positron emitted by a nucleus during radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta particle",1,1,1 ], "decay or nuclear fission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beta ray",1,1,1 ], "a stream of beta particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta rhythm",1,1,1 ], "frequency of 13 to 30 hertz and detectable with an electroencephalograph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beta rhythm",1,1,1 ], "the normal electrical activity of the cerebral cortex, occurring at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta",1,1,1 ], "the second letter in the Greek alphabet (#GB or #Gb), a consonant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as b" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beta",1,1,2 ], "the second highest grade or mark, as in an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta",1,1,2,1 ], "involving or relating to electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta",1,1,2,2 ], "relating to one of two or more allotropes or crystal structures of a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beta",1,1,2,3 ], "relating to one of two or more isomeric forms of a chemical compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betaine",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-tasting alkaloid that occurs in the sugar beet and other plants and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betaine",1,1,1 ], "animals| Formula: C5H11NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "betake",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) betake oneself| to go; move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betake",1,1,2 ], "to apply (oneself) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betatron",1,1,1 ], "a type of particle accelerator for producing high-energy beams of electrons," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betatron",1,1,1 ], "about 300 MeV" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "betatron",1,1,1 ], "fixed radius and accelerate them by magnetic induction| It produces energies of up to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "betatron",1,1,1 ], "having an alternating magnetic field to keep the electrons in a circular orbit of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "betel nut",1,1,1 ], "and SE Asia as a digestive stimulant and narcotic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "betel nut",1,1,1 ], "the seed of the betel palm, chewed with betel leaves and lime by people in S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betel palm",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian feather palm, Areca catechu, with scarlet or orange fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betel",1,1,1 ], "an Asian piperaceous climbing plant, Piper betle, the leaves of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betel",1,1,1 ], "chewed, with the betel nut, by the peoples of SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beth",1,1,1 ], "the second letter of the Hebrew alphabet () transliterated as b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bethink",1,1,1 ], "to cause (oneself) to consider or meditate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bethink",1,2,1 ], "to remind (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bethought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense and past participle of bethink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betide",1,1,1 ], "to happen or happen to; befall (often in the phrase woe betide )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betimes",1,1,1 ], "in good time; early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betimes",1,1,2 ], "in a short time; soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betoken",1,1,1 ], "to indicate; signify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betoken",1,1,2 ], "to portend; augur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betony",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Betonica (or Stachys)officinalis, with a spike of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betony",1,1,1 ], "reddish-purple flowers, formerly used in medicine and dyeing: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "betony",1,1,2 ], "any of several related plants of the genus Stachys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betony",1,1,3 ], "wood betony| a North American scrophulariaceous plant, Pedicularis canadensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betook",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of betake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,1 ], "to aid an enemy of (one's nation, friend, etc|); be a traitor to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,10 ], "to seduce and then forsake (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,2 ], "to hand over or expose(one's nation, friend, etc|) treacherously to an enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,3 ], "to disclose (a secret, confidence, etc|) treacherously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,4 ], "to break (a promise) or be disloyal to (a person's trust)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,5 ], "to disappoint the expectations of; fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,6 ], "to show signs of; indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,7 ], "to reveal unintentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,8 ], "betray oneself| to reveal one's true character, intentions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betray",1,1,9 ], "to lead astray; deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betroth",1,1,1 ], "to promise to marry or to give in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betrothal",1,1,1 ], "engagement to be married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betrothal",1,1,2 ], "a mutual promise to marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betrothed",1,1,1 ], "engaged to be married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betrothed",1,2,1 ], "the person to whom one is engaged; fiance or fiancee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betta",1,1,1 ], "another name for fighting fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better half",1,1,1 ], "one's spouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,1,2 ], "more excellent than other members of a particular group, category, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,1,3 ], "more suitable, advantageous, attractive, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,1,4 ], "improved in health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,1,5 ], "fully recovered in health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,1,6 ], "better off| in more favourable circumstances, esp| financially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,1,7 ], "the better part of| a large part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,1 ], "the comparative of well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,2 ], "in a more excellent manner; more advantageously, attractively, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,3 ], "in or to a greater degree or extent; more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,4 ], "go one better| to outdo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,5 ], "(a person) or improve upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,6 ], "(someone else''s effort)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,7 ], "had better| would be wise, sensible, etc| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,8 ], "know better than to| not to be so stupid as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,9 ], "think better of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,9,1 ], "to change one's course of action after reconsideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,2,9,2 ], "to rate more highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,1 ], "the better| something that is the more excellent, useful, etc|, of two such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,1 ], "things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,2 ], "a person who is superior, esp| in social standing or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,3 ], "all the better for| improved as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,4 ], "all the better to| more suitable to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,5 ], "for better for worse| whatever the subsequent events or changes may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,6 ], "for the better| by way of improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,3,7 ], "get the better of| to defeat, outwit, or surpass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,4,1 ], "to make or become better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",1,5,1 ], "to improve upon; surpass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "better",2,1,1 ], "a person who bets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betterment",1,1,1 ], "a change for the better; improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betterment",1,1,2 ], "an improvement effected on real property that enhances the value of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betterment",1,1,2 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "betting shop",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a licensed bookmaker's premises not on a racecourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betulaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Betulaceae, a family of mostly N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betulaceous",1,1,1 ], "reach the northern limits of tree growth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "betulaceous",1,1,1 ], "temperate catkin-bearing trees and shrubs such as birch and alder, some species of which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 1, 1],"at a point or in a region intermediate to two other points in space, times,",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 1, 1],"degrees, etc",2). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 1, 2],"in combination; together",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 1, 3],"confined or restricted to",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 1, 4],"indicating a reciprocal relation or comparison",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 1, 5],"indicating two or more alternatives",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 1],"between one specified thing and another",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 2],"Where three or more are involved, among is used|An exception to this rule is",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 2],"involved at any one timetreaties were drawn up between the nations",3). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 2],"made in cases when not more than two of the things covered by between need be",2). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 3],"Grammatically, between is a preposition and for this reason, between you and I",1). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 3],"correct|The proper construction is between you and me|And, not or, is the connector that",3). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 3],"immediately",5). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 3],"is incorrect, although the mistake is usually the result of an attempt to be",2). c_DEF([ "between" ,1, 2, 3],"should be used after between: she had to choose between staying and (not or) leaving",4). c_DEF([ "betweentimes",1,1,1 ], "between other activities; during intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betwixt",1,2,1 ], "another word for between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "betwixt",1,2,2 ], "betwixt and between| in an intermediate, indecisive, or middle position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bet|",1,1,1 ], "between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevatron",1,1,1 ], "a proton synchrotron at the University of California" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevel gear",1,1,1 ], "a gear having teeth cut into a conical surface| Two such gears mesh together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevel gear",1,1,1 ], "to transmit power between two shafts at an angle to each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bevel square",1,1,1 ], "a woodworker's square with an adjustable arm that can be set to mark out an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevel square",1,1,1 ], "angle or to check the slope of a surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bevel",1,1,1,1 ], "cant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevel",1,1,2 ], "a surface that meets another at an angle other than a right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevel",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevel",1,2,1 ], "(intr|) to be inclined; slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevel",1,2,2 ], "(tr|) to cut a bevel on (a piece of timber, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beverage",1,1,1 ], "any drink, usually other than water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevvy",1,1,1 ], "a drink, esp| an alcoholic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevvy",1,1,2 ], "a night of drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevy",1,1,1 ], "a flock of quails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevy",1,1,2 ], "a group, esp| of girls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bevy",1,1,3 ], "a group of roedeer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bewail",1,1,1 ], "to express great sorrow over (a person or thing); lament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beware",1,1,1 ], "to be cautious or wary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beware",1,1,2 ], "(of) be on one's guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beware",1,1,3 ], "(against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bewilder",1,1,1 ], "to confuse utterly; puzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bewilder",1,1,2 ], "to cause to become lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bewitch",1,1,1 ], "to attract and fascinate; enchant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bewitch",1,1,2 ], "to cast a spell over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bewray",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for betray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bey",1,1,1 ], "(in the Ottoman Empire) a title given to senior officers, provincial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bey",1,1,1 ], "governors, certain other officials or nobles, and (sometimes) Europeans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bey",1,1,2 ], "(in modern Turkey) a title of address, corresponding to Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beyond",1,1,1 ], "at or to a point on the other side of; at or to the further side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beyond",1,1,2 ], "outside the limits or scope of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beyond",1,2,1 ], "at or to the other or far side of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beyond",1,2,2 ], "outside the limits of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "beyond",1,3,1 ], "esp| life after death in certain religious beliefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "beyond",1,3,1 ], "the beyond| the unknown; the world outside the range of man's perception," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezant",1,1,1 ], "a medieval Byzantine gold coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezant",1,1,2 ], "an ornament in the form of a flat disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezant",1,1,3 ], "a small gold circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezel",1,1,1 ], "the sloping face adjacent to the working edge of a cutting tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezel",1,1,2 ], "the upper oblique faces of a cut gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezel",1,1,3 ], "a grooved ring or part holding a gem, watch crystal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezique",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two or more players with tricks similar to whist but with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezique",1,1,1 ], "additional points scored for honours and sequences: played with two packs with nothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bezique",1,1,1 ], "below a seven" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bezique",1,1,2 ], "(in this game) the queen of spades and jack of diamonds declared together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezoar",1,1,1 ], "a hard mass, such as a stone or hairball, in the stomach and intestines of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bezoar",1,1,1 ], "animals, esp| ruminants, and man: formerly thought to be an antidote to poisons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bezonian",1,1,1 ], "a knave or rascal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bhakti",1,1,1 ], "loving devotion to God leading to nirvana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bhang",1,1,1 ], "a preparation of the leaves and flower tops of Indian hemp, which has narcotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bhang",1,1,1 ], "and intoxicating properties: much used in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bharal",1,1,1 ], "a wild Himalayan sheep, Pseudois nayaur, with a bluish-grey coat and round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bharal",1,1,1 ], "backward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bhavan",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a large house or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bhindi",1,1,1 ], "the okra as used in Indian cooking: its green pods are eaten as vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bhishti",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in India) a water-carrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,1 ], "two; having two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,2 ], "occurring every two; lasting for two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,3 ], "on both sides, surfaces, directions, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,4 ], "occurring twice during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,4,1 ], "denoting an organic compound containing two identical cyclic hydrocarbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,4,1 ], "systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,4,2 ], "(rare in technical usage) indicating an acid salt of a dibasic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",1,1,4,3 ], "(not in technical usage) equivalent of di-'1 ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bi-",2,1,1 ], "a variant of bio-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biannual",1,1,1 ], "occurring twice a year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biannulate",1,1,1 ], "having two bands, esp| of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bias binding",1,1,1 ], "a strip of material cut on the bias for extra stretch and often doubled, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bias binding",1,1,1 ], "for binding hems, interfacings, etc|, or for decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 1, 1],"mental tendency or inclination, esp| an irrational preference or prejudice",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 1, 2],"a diagonal line or cut across the weave of a fabric",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a bulge or weight inside one side of a bowl",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"the curved course of such a bowl on the green",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 1, 3],"suitable working conditions",2). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 1, 3],"the voltage applied to an electrode of a transistor or valve to establish",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 1, 4],"a latent influence that disturbs an analysis",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 2, 1],"slanting obliquely; diagonal",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 3, 1],"obliquely; diagonally",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 4, 1],"es, asing, ased or ases, assing, assed",1). c_DEF([ "bias" ,1, 5, 1],"(usually passive) to cause to have a bias; prejudice; influence",1). c_DEF([ "biathlon",1,1,1 ], "20-kilometre (12|5-mile) cross-country course" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biathlon",1,1,1 ], "a contest in which skiers with rifles shoot at four targets along a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biauriculate",1,1,1 ], "having two auricles or earlike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biaxial",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a crystal) having two axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bib and brace",1,1,1 ], "a work garment consisting of trousers and an upper front part supported by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bib and brace",1,1,1 ], "straps over the shoulders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bib and tucker",1,1,1 ], "an outfit of clothes (esp| in the phrase best bib and tucker)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece of cloth or plastic worn, esp| by babies, to protect their clothes",1). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 1, 1],"while eating",2). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 1, 2],"part of the body",2). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 1, 2],"the upper part of some aprons, dungarees, etc|, that covers the upper front",1). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 1, 3],"a light-brown European marine gadoid food fish, Gadus (or Trisopterus)luscus,",1). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 1, 3],"with a barbel on its lower jaw",2). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 1, 4],"stick one's bib in| Austral| informal| to interfere",1). c_DEF([ "bib" ,1, 2, 1],"to drink (something); tipple",1). c_DEF([ "bibb",1,1,1 ], "a wooden support on a mast for the trestletrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibb",1,1,2 ], "another name for bibcock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibber",1,1,1 ], "a drinker; tippler (esp| in the expression wine-bibber)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibcock",1,1,1 ], "a tap with a nozzle bent downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibelot",1,1,1 ], "an attractive or curious trinket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibelot",1,1,2 ], "a miniature book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biblical",1,1,1 ], "of, occurring in, or referring to the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biblical",1,1,2 ], "resembling the Bible in written style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biblio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating book or books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliography",1,1,1 ], "a list of books or other material on a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliography",1,1,2 ], "a list of sources used in the preparation of a book, thesis, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliography",1,1,3 ], "a list of the works of a particular author or publisher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliography",1,1,3,1 ], "the study of the history, classification, etc|, of literary material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliography",1,1,3,2 ], "a work on this subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliog|",1,1,1 ], "bibliographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliog|",1,1,2 ], "bibliography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliolatry",1,1,1 ], "excessive devotion to or reliance on the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliolatry",1,1,2 ], "extreme fondness for books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliomancy",1,1,1 ], "book, esp| the Bible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bibliomancy",1,1,1 ], "prediction of the future by interpreting a passage chosen at random from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliomania",1,1,1 ], "extreme fondness for books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliophile",1,1,1 ], "a person who collects or is fond of books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliopole",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in books, esp| rare or decorative ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliotheca",1,1,1 ], "a library or collection of books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibliotheca",1,1,2 ], "a printed catalogue compiled by a bibliographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibl|",1,1,1 ], "bibliographical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibl|",1,1,2 ], "bibliography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bibulous",1,1,1 ], "addicted to alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicameral",1,1,1 ], "(of a legislature) consisting of two chambers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicapsular",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having two capsules or one capsule with two chambers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicarb",1,1,1 ], "short for bicarbonate of soda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicarbonate of soda",1,1,1 ], "baking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bicarbonate of soda",1,1,1 ], "sodium bicarbonate, esp| when used as a medicine or as a raising agent in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicarbonate",1,1,1 ], "a salt of carbonic acid containing the ion HCO'-3; an acid carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicarbonate",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, containing, or concerned with the ion HCO'-3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicarbonate",1,1,3 ], "short for bicarbonate of soda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bice",1,1,1 ], "a medium blue colour; azurite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bice",1,1,2 ], "a yellowish-green colour; malachite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicentenary" ,1, 1, 1],"marking a 200th anniversary",1). c_DEF([ "bicentenary" ,1, 1, 2],"occurring every 200 years",1). c_DEF([ "bicentenary" ,1, 1, 3],"lasting 200 years",1). c_DEF([ "bicentenary" ,1, 2, 1],"naries",1). c_DEF([ "bicentenary" ,1, 2, 2],"a 200th anniversary",1). c_DEF([ "bicephalous",1,1,1 ], "having two heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicephalous",1,1,2 ], "crescent-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biceps",1,1,1 ], "any muscle having two heads or origins, esp| the muscle that flexes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biceps",1,1,1 ], "forearm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bichloride of mercury",1,1,1 ], "another name for mercuric chloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bichloride",1,1,1 ], "another name for dichloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bichromate",1,1,1 ], "another name for dichromate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicipital",1,1,1 ], "having two heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicipital",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a biceps muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicker",1,1,1 ], "to argue over petty matters; squabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicker",1,2,1,1 ], "(esp| of a stream)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicker",1,2,2 ], "to run quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicker",1,2,2,2 ], "to flicker; glitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicker",1,3,1 ], "a petty squabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicollateral",1,1,1 ], "(of a vascular bundle) having two phloem groups to the inside and outside," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicollateral",1,1,1 ], "respectively, of the xylem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bicolour" ,1, 1, 1],"bicoloured or U|S| bicolor, bicoloredadj",1). c_DEF([ "bicolour" ,1, 1, 2],"two-coloured",1). c_DEF([ "biconcave",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens) having concave faces on both sides concavo-concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biconditional",1,1,1 ], "another name for equivalence 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biconvex",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens) having convex faces on both sides convexo-convex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicorn" ,1, 1, 1],"adj",2). c_DEF([ "bicorn" ,1, 1, 1],"bicornate (ba$Ik@$$:n$It, -ne$It), or bicornuate (ba$Ik@$$:nj$u$It, -e$It)",1). c_DEF([ "bicorn" ,1, 1, 2],"having two horns or hornlike parts",1). c_DEF([ "bicuspid valve",1,1,1 ], "another name for mitral valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicuspid",1,1,1 ], "having or terminating in two cusps or points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicuspid",1,2,1 ], "a bicuspid tooth; premolar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle clip",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of clips worn around the ankles by cyclists to keep the trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle clip",1,1,1 ], "tight and out of the chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle pump",1,1,1 ], "a hand pump for pumping air into the tyres of a bicycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to bike (informal), cycle" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle with a tubular metal frame mounted on two spoked wheels, one behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle",1,1,1 ], "drive the rear wheels through a chain, and steers with handlebars on the front wheel|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle",1,1,1 ], "the other| The rider sits on a saddle, propels the vehicle by means of pedals that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bicycle",1,2,1 ], "to ride a bicycle; cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicyclic",1,1,1 ], "of, forming, or formed by two circles, cycles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicyclic",1,1,2 ], "(of stamens, petals, etc|) arranged in two whorls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicyclic",1,1,3 ], "(of a chemical compound) having atoms arranged in two rings fused together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bicyclic",1,1,3 ], "with at least two atoms common to each ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bid in",1,1,1 ], "(in an auction) to outbid all previous offers for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bid in",1,1,2 ], "(one''s own property) to retain ownership or increase the final selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bid in",1,1,2 ], "price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bid price",1,1,1 ], "the price at which a stockjobber is prepared to purchase a specific security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bid up",1,1,1 ], "to increase the market price of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bid up",1,1,2 ], "(a commodity) by making artificial bids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 10],"bid fair",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 11],"to seem probable",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 1],"bid",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 2],"(often foll| by for or against) to offer (an amount) in attempting to buy",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 2],"something, esp| in competition with others as at an auction",2). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 3],"(tr|) to say (a greeting, blessing, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 4],"to order; command",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 5],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 6],"usually foll| by for) to attempt to attain power, etc",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 7],"(tr|) to invite; ask kindly",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 8],"(tr|) to utter; express in words",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 1, 9],"to declare in the auction before play how many tricks one expects to make",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 1],"a",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"the price offered",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 2],"an offer of a specified amount, as at an auction",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 3],"a",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"the price quoted",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 4],"the quoting by a seller of a price",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 5, 1],"the number of tricks a player undertakes to make",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 5, 2],"a player's turn to make a bid",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 5],"an attempt, esp| an attempt to attain power",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 6],"short for bid price|~",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 2, 7],"(in prescriptions)",1). c_DEF([ "bid" ,1, 3, 1],"bis in die",1). c_DEF([ "bidarka",1,1,1 ], "a canoe covered in animal skins, esp| sealskin, used by the Eskimos of Alaska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biddable",1,1,1 ], "having sufficient value to be bid on, as a hand or suit at bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biddable",1,1,2 ], "docile; obedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bidden",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bidding",1,1,1 ], "an order; command (often in the phrases do or follow the bidding of, at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bidding",1,1,1 ], "someone's bidding)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bidding",1,1,2 ], "an invitation; summons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bidding",1,1,3 ], "the act of making bids, as at an auction or in bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bidding",1,1,4 ], "a group of bids considered collectively, esp| those made on a particular deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biddy",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for chicken or hen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biddy",2,1,1 ], "a woman, esp| an old gossipy or interfering one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biddy-biddy",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing rosaceous plant, Acaena viridior, of New Zealand, having prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biddy-biddy",1,1,1 ], "burs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biddy-biddy",1,1,2 ], "the burs of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bide",1,1,1 ], "to continue in a certain place or state; stay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bide",1,2,1 ], "to tolerate; endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bide",1,2,2 ], "bide one's time| to wait patiently for an opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bidentate",1,1,1 ], "having two teeth or toothlike parts or processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bidet",1,1,1 ], "a small low basin for washing the genitals and anal area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bield",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a shelter; home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring every two years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biennial",1,1,2 ], "lasting two years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biennial",1,2,1 ], "a plant, such as the carrot, that completes its life cycle in two years," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biennial",1,2,1 ], "developing vegetative storage parts during the first year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biennial",1,2,2 ], "an event that takes place every two years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bier",1,1,1 ], "a platform or stand on which a corpse or a coffin containing a corpse rests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bier",1,1,1 ], "before burial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bierkeller",1,1,1 ], "a public house decorated in German style, selling German beers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biestings",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of beestings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifacial",1,1,1 ], "having two faces or surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifacial",1,1,2 ], "(of leaves, etc|) having upper and lower surfaces differing from each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifacial",1,1,3 ], "(of flints) flaked by percussion from two sides along the chopping edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifarious",1,1,1 ], "having parts arranged in two rows on either side of a central axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biff",1,1,1 ], "a blow with the fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biff",1,2,1 ], "to give (someone) such a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biffin",1,1,1 ], "a variety of red cooking apple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifid",1,1,1 ], "divided into two lobes by a median cleft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifilar",1,1,1 ], "having two parallel threads, as in the suspension of certain measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifilar",1,1,1 ], "instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bifilar",1,1,2 ], "coil, the two leads being parallel, to reduce the inductance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bifilar",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a resistor in which the wire is wound in a loop around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biflagellate",1,1,1 ], "having two flagella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifocal",1,1,1 ], "having two different focuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifocal",1,1,2 ], "relating to a compound lens permitting near and distant vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifocals",1,1,1 ], "a pair of spectacles with bifocal lenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifoliate",1,1,1 ], "having two leaves or leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifoliolate",1,1,1 ], "(of compound leaves) consisting of two leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biforate",1,1,1 ], "having two openings, pores, or perforations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biform",1,1,1 ], "having or combining the characteristics of two forms, as a centaur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifurcate",1,1,1 ], "to fork or divide into two parts or branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bifurcate",1,2,1 ], "forked or divided into two sections or branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big Chief",1,1,1 ], "an important person, boss, or leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big band",1,1,1 ], "a large jazz or dance band, popular esp| in the 1930s to the 1950s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big business",1,1,1 ], "exploitative or socially harmful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "big business",1,1,1 ], "large commercial organizations collectively, esp| when considered as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big cheese",1,1,1 ], "an important person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big deal",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of scorn, derision, etc|, used esp| to belittle a claim or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big deal",1,1,1 ], "offer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "big dipper",1,1,1 ], "(in amusement parks) a narrow railway with open carriages that run swiftly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big dipper",1,1,1 ], "over a route of sharp curves and steep inclines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "big end",1,1,1 ], "the larger end of a connecting rod in an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big end",1,1,2 ], "crankpin of the crankshaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "big end",1,1,2 ], "the bearing surface between the larger end of a connecting rod and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big game",1,1,1 ], "large animals that are hunted or fished for sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big game",1,1,2 ], "the objective of an important or dangerous undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big gun",1,1,1 ], "an important person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big noise",1,1,1 ], "an important person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big screen",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big shot",1,1,1 ], "an important or influential person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big smoke",1,1,1 ], "Informal| a large city, esp| London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big stick",1,1,1 ], "force or the threat of using force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big time",1,1,1,1 ], "the entertainment business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "big time",1,1,1,1 ], "the| the highest or most profitable level of an occupation or profession, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big time",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big top",1,1,1 ], "the main tent of a circus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big top",1,1,2 ], "the circus itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big tree",1,1,1 ], "a giant Californian coniferous tree, Sequoiadendron giganteum, with a wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big tree",1,1,1 ], "metres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "big tree",1,1,1 ], "tapering trunk and thick spongy bark: family Taxodiaceae|It often reaches a height of 90" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "big wheel",1,1,1 ], "another name for a Ferris wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big wheel",1,1,2 ], "an important person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,1 ], "bigger, biggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,10 ], "in an advanced stage of pregnancy (esp| in the phrase big with child)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,11 ], "big on| Informal| enthusiastic about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,2 ], "of great or considerable size, height, weight, number, power, or capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,3 ], "having great significance; important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,4 ], "important through having power, influence, wealth, authority, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,5 ], "(intensifier usually qualifying something undesirable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,6 ], "considerable in extent or intensity (esp| in the phrase in a big way)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,6,1 ], "elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,6,1 ], "generous; magnanimous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,6,2 ], "(in combination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,6,2 ], "grown-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,7 ], "(often foll| by with) brimming; full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,8 ], "extravagant; boastful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,1,9 ], "too big for one's boots or breeches| conceited; unduly self-confident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,2,1 ], "boastfully; pretentiously (esp| in the phrase talk big)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,2,2 ], "in an exceptional way; well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big",1,2,3 ], "on a grand scale (esp| in the phrase think big)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big-bang theory",1,1,1 ], "a cosmological theory postulating that approximately 10,000 million years ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "big-bang theory",1,1,1 ], "all directions by a cataclysmic explosion| As the fragments slowed down, the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "big-bang theory",1,1,1 ], "all the matter of the universe, packed into a small superdense mass, was hurled in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "big-bang theory",1,1,1 ], "galaxies and stars evolved but the universe is still expanding" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "big-note",1,1,1 ], "to boast about (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bigamy",1,1,1 ], "else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bigamy",1,1,1 ], "the crime of marrying a person while one is still legally married to someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bigarreau",1,1,1 ], "any of several heart-shaped varieties of sweet cherry that have firm flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bigener",1,1,1 ], "a hybrid between individuals of different genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bigeye",1,1,1 ], "Priacanthidae, having very large eyes and rough scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bigeye",1,1,1 ], "any tropical or subtropical red marine percoid fish of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biggin",1,1,1 ], "a plain close-fitting cap, often tying under the chin, worn in the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biggin",1,1,1 ], "and by children in the 17th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bighead",1,1,1 ], "a conceited person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bighead",1,1,2 ], "conceit; egotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bighead",1,1,2,1 ], "an abnormal bulging or increase in the size of an animal's skull, as from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bighead",1,1,2,1 ], "osteomalacia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bighead",1,1,2,2 ], "any caused by infection with Clostridium bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bighead",1,1,2,2 ], "any of various diseases of sheep characterized by swelling of the head, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bighorn",1,1,1 ], "America and NE Asia: family Bovidae, order Artiodactyla|The male has massive curved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bighorn",1,1,1 ], "a large wild sheep, Ovis canadensis, inhabiting mountainous regions in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bighorn",1,1,1 ], "horns, and the species is well adapted for climbing and leaping" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bight",1,1,1 ], "a wide indentation of a shoreline, or the body of water bounded by such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bight",1,1,1 ], "curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bight",1,1,2 ], "the slack middle part of an extended rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bight",1,1,3 ], "a curve or loop in a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bight",1,2,1 ], "to fasten or bind with a bight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bigmouth",1,1,1 ], "a noisy, indiscreet, or boastful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bignonia",1,1,1 ], "Doxantha), cultivated for their trumpet-shaped yellow or reddish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bignonia",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American bignoniaceous climbing shrub of the genus Bignonia (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bignoniaceous",1,1,1 ], "of trees, shrubs, and lianas, including jacaranda, bignonia, and catalpa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bignoniaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Bignoniaceae, a chiefly tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bigot",1,1,1 ], "a person who is intolerant of any ideas other than his own, esp| on religion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bigot",1,1,1 ], "politics, or race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bigotry",1,1,1 ], "intolerance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bigotry",1,1,1 ], "the attitudes, behaviour, or way of thinking of a bigot; prejudice;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biguanide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of compounds some of which are used in the treatment of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biguanide",1,1,1 ], "forms of diabetes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bigwig",1,1,1 ], "an important person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bijection",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical function or mapping that is both an injection and a surjection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bijection",1,1,1 ], "and therefore has an inverse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bijou",1,1,1 ], "something small and delicately worked, such as a trinket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bijou",1,1,2 ], "small but elegant and tasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bijouterie",1,1,1 ], "jewellery esteemed for the delicacy of the work rather than the value of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bijouterie",1,1,1 ], "materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bijouterie",1,1,2 ], "a collection of such jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bijugate",1,1,1 ], "(of compound leaves) having two pairs of leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bike",1,2,1 ], "short for bicycle or motorcycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bikie",1,1,1 ], "a member of a motorcycle gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bikini",1,1,1 ], "a woman's very brief two-piece swimming costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilabial",1,1,1 ], "a bilabial stop, (w)a bilabial semivowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bilabial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a speech sound articulated using both lips: (p)is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilabial",1,2,1 ], "a bilabial speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilabiate",1,1,1 ], "divided into two lips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilander",1,1,1 ], "a small two-masted cargo ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral symmetry",1,1,1 ], "one plane, the two cut halves are mirror images of each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral symmetry",1,1,1 ], "the property of an organism or part of an organism such that, if cut in only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral",1,1,1 ], "having or involving two sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral",1,1,2 ], "affecting or undertaken by two parties; mutual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to bilateral symmetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral",1,1,4 ], "having identical sides or parts on each side of an axis; symmetrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral",1,1,5 ], "relating to descent through both maternal and paternal lineage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilateral",1,1,6 ], "relating to an education that combines academic and technical courses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilberry",1,1,1 ], "any of several ericaceous shrubs of the genus Vaccinium, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilberry",1,1,1 ], "whortleberry, having edible blue or blackish berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bilberry",1,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilberry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilbo",1,1,1 ], "a sword with a marked temper and elasticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilboes",1,1,1 ], "a long iron bar with two sliding shackles, formerly used to confine the ankles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilboes",1,1,1 ], "of a prisoner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bile",1,1,1 ], "a bitter greenish to golden brown alkaline fluid secreted by the liver and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bile",1,1,1 ], "it aids the emulsification and absorption of fats" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bile",1,1,1 ], "stored in the gall bladder| It is discharged during digestion into the duodenum, where" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bile",1,1,2 ], "irritability or peevishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bile",1,1,3 ], "either of two bodily humours, one of which (black bile) was thought to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bile",1,1,3 ], "melancholy and the other (yellow bile) anger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bilection",1,1,1 ], "another word for bolection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilestone",1,1,1 ], "another name for gallstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge keel",1,1,1 ], "one of two keel-like projections along the bilges of some vessels to improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge keel",1,1,1 ], "sideways stability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,1,1 ], "the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,1,1 ], "the parts of a vessel's hull where the vertical sides curve inwards to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,1,2 ], "the parts of a vessel between the lowermost floorboards and the bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,1,3 ], "the dirty water that collects in a vessel's bilge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,1,4 ], "silly rubbish; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,1,5 ], "the widest part of the belly of a barrel or cask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,2,1 ], "(of a vessel) to take in water at the bilge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilge",1,3,1 ], "to damage (a vessel) in the bilge, causing it to leak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilharzia",1,1,1 ], "another name for a schistosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilharzia",1,1,2 ], "another name for schistosomiasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilharziasis",1,1,1 ], "another name for schistosomiasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biliary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to bile, to the ducts that convey bile, or to the gall bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilinear",1,1,1 ], "of or referring to two lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilinear",1,1,2 ], "consisting of two first-degree variables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilingual",1,1,1 ], "able to speak two languages, esp| with fluency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilingual",1,1,2 ], "written or expressed in two languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilingual",1,2,1 ], "a bilingual person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilious",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to bile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilious",1,1,2 ], "affected with or denoting any disorder related to excess secretion of bile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilious",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of colours) extremely distasteful nauseating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilious",1,1,4 ], "bad-tempered; irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilirubin",1,1,1 ], "an orange-yellow pigment in the bile formed as a breakdown product of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilirubin",1,1,1 ], "haemoglobin| Excess amounts in the blood produce the yellow appearance associated with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bilirubin",1,1,1 ], "jaundice| Formula: C32H36O6N4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "biliverdin",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C33H34O6N4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biliverdin",1,1,1 ], "a dark green pigment in the bile formed by the oxidation of bilirubin|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilk",1,1,1 ], "to balk; thwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilk",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by of) to cheat or deceive, esp| to avoid making payment to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilk",1,1,3 ], "to escape from; elude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilk",1,1,4 ], "to play a card that hinders (one's opponent) from scoring in his crib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilk",1,2,1 ], "a swindle or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilk",1,2,2 ], "a person who swindles or cheats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of adventure",1,1,1 ], "a certificate made out by a merchant to show that goods handled by him and his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of adventure",1,1,1 ], "agents are the property of another party at whose risk the dealing is done" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill of attainder",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a legislative act finding a person guilty without trial of treason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of attainder",1,1,1 ], "or felony and declaring him attainted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill of exchange",1,1,1 ], "(now chiefly in foreign transactions) a document, usually negotiable," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of exchange",1,1,1 ], "containing an instruction to a third party to pay a stated sum of money at a designated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill of exchange",1,1,1 ], "future date or on demand" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bill of fare",1,1,1 ], "another name for menu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of health",1,1,1 ], "a certificate, issued by a port officer, that attests to the health of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of health",1,1,1 ], "ship's company" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill of health",1,1,2 ], "clean bill of health| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of health",1,1,2,1 ], "a good report of one's physical condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of health",1,1,2,2 ], "a favourable account of a person's or a company's financial position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of indictment",1,1,1 ], "a formal document accusing a person or persons of crime, formerly presented to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of indictment",1,1,1 ], "a grand jury for certification as a true bill but now signed by a court official" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill of lading",1,1,1 ], "(in foreign trade) a document containing full particulars of goods shipped or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of lading",1,1,1 ], "for shipment|Usual U|S| name: waybill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill of sale",1,1,1 ], "a deed transferring personal property, either outright or as security for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill of sale",1,1,1 ], "loan or debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,1 ], "money owed for goods or services supplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,10 ], "any document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,2 ], "a written or printed account or statement of money owed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,3 ], "such an account for food and drink in a restaurant, hotel, etc| Usual U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,3 ], "word: check" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,4 ], "any printed or written list of items, events, etc|, such as a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,4 ], "programme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,5 ], "fill the bill| Informal| to be entirely satisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,6 ], "a statute in draft, before it becomes law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,7 ], "a printed notice or advertisement; poster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,8 ], "a piece of paper money; note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,1,9 ], "an obsolete name for promissory note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,2,1 ], "to send or present an account for payment to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,2,2 ], "to enter (items, goods, etc|) on an account or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,2,3 ], "to advertise by posters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",1,2,4 ], "to schedule as a future programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,1,1 ], "also be used as a weapon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,1,1 ], "sheath; beak| It varies in shape and size according to the type of food eaten and may" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,1,1 ], "the mouthpart of a bird, consisting of projecting jaws covered with a horny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,1,2 ], "any beaklike mouthpart in other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,1,3 ], "a narrow promontary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,1,4 ], "the pointed tip of the fluke of an anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,2,1 ], "(esp| in the phrase bill and coo)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,2,2 ], "(of birds, esp| doves) to touch bills together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",2,2,3 ], "(of lovers) to kiss and whisper amorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",3,1,1 ], "a hooked weapon with a long handle, such as a halberd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",3,1,2 ], "short for billhook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bill",4,1,1 ], "another word for boom ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billabong",1,1,1 ], "a stagnant pool in the bed of an intermittent stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billabong",1,1,2 ], "a branch of a river running to a dead end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billboard",1,1,1 ], "another name for hoarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billboard",2,1,1 ], "a fitting at the bow of a vessel for securing an anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,1,1 ], "accommodation, esp| for a soldier, in civilian lodgings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,1,2 ], "the official requisition for such lodgings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,1,3 ], "a space or berth allocated, esp| for slinging a hammock, in a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,1,4 ], "a job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,1,5 ], "a brief letter or document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,2,1 ], "to assign a lodging to (a soldier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,3,1 ], "to assign to a post or job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",1,3,2 ], "to lodge or be lodged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",2,1,1 ], "a chunk of wood, esp| for fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",2,1,1,1 ], "a metal bar of square or circular cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",2,1,1,2 ], "an ingot cast into the shape of a prism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet",2,1,2 ], "a carved ornament in a moulding, with short cylinders or blocks evenly spaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billet-doux",1,1,1 ], "a love letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billfish",1,1,1 ], "Istiophoridae, such as the spearfish and marlin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various fishes having elongated jaws, esp| any fish of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billfold",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for wallet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billhook",1,1,1 ], "a cutting tool with a wooden handle and a curved blade terminating in a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billhook",1,1,1 ], "at its tip, used for pruning, chopping, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billiard",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of or relating to billiards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billiards",1,1,1 ], "any of various games in which long cues are used to drive balls made of ivory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billiards",1,1,1 ], "or composition| It is played on a rectangular table covered with a smooth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billiards",1,1,1 ], "tight-fitting cloth and having raised cushioned edges" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "billiards",1,1,2 ], "a version of this, played on a rectangular table having six pockets let into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billiards",1,1,2 ], "balls with the cue to contact the other two or one of the two" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "billiards",1,1,2 ], "the corners and the two longer sides| Points are scored by striking one of three" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billing",1,1,1 ], "given in programmes, advertisements, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billing",1,1,1 ], "the relative importance of a performer or act as reflected in the prominence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billing",1,1,2 ], "public notice or advertising (esp| in the phrase advance billing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billingsgate",1,1,1 ], "obscene or abusive language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) one million million: written as 1,000,000,000,000 or 10'1'2| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billion",1,1,1 ], "word: trillion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) one thousand million: written as 1,000,000,000 or 10'9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billion",1,1,3 ], "any exceptionally large number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billion",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by a or a cardinal number)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billion",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to a billion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billion",1,2,1,2 ], "we have a billion here" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billionaire",1,1,1 ], "a person whose assets are worth over a billion of the monetary units of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billionaire",1,1,1 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billon",1,1,1 ], "an alloy consisting of gold or silver and a base metal, usually copper, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billon",1,1,1 ], "esp| for coinage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "billon",1,1,2 ], "any coin made of such an alloy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billow",1,1,1 ], "a large sea wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billow",1,1,2 ], "a swelling or surging mass, as of smoke or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billow",1,1,3 ], "the sea itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billow",1,2,1 ], "to rise up, swell out, or cause to rise up or swell out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billowy",1,1,1 ], "full of or forming billows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billposter",1,1,1 ], "a person who is employed to stick advertising posters to walls, fences, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billy goat",1,1,1 ], "a male goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billy",1,1,1 ], "a wooden club esp| a policeman's truncheon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billy",2,1,1 ], "a metal can or pot for boiling water, etc|, over a camp fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billycock",1,1,1 ], "any of several round-crowned brimmed hats of felt, such as the bowler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "billyo" ,1, 1, 1],"Informal",1). c_DEF([ "billyo" ,1, 1, 2],"m",1). c_DEF([ "bilobate",1,1,1 ], "divided into or having two lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bilocular",1,1,1 ], "divided into two chambers or cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biltong",1,1,1 ], "strips of meat dried and cured in the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimah",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of bema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimanous",1,1,1 ], "(of man and the higher primates) having two hands distinct in form and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimanous",1,1,1 ], "function from the feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bimbo",1,1,1 ], "a fellow; person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimbo",1,1,2 ], "a whore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimestrial",1,1,1 ], "lasting for two months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimestrial",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for bimonthly ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimetallic strip",1,1,1 ], "a strip consisting of two metals of different coefficients of expansion welded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimetallic strip",1,1,1 ], "together so that it buckles on heating: used in thermostats, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bimetallic",1,1,1 ], "consisting of two metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimetallic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or based on bimetallism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimetallism",1,1,1 ], "standard of value and currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bimetallism",1,1,1 ], "the use of two metals, esp| gold and silver, in fixed relative values as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimetallism",1,1,2 ], "the economic policies or doctrine supporting a bimetallic standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimillenary" ,1, 1, 1],"marking a two-thousandth anniversary",1). c_DEF([ "bimillenary" ,1, 2, 1],"pl|, ",1). c_DEF([ "bimillenary" ,1, 2, 2],"a two-thousandth anniversary",1). c_DEF([ "bimolecular",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical complex, collision, etc|) having or involving two molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimonthly" ,1, 2, 1],"every two months",1). c_DEF([ "bimonthly" ,1, 2, 2],"(often avoided because of confusion with sense 1) twice a month; semimonthly",1). c_DEF([ "bimonthly" ,1, 3, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "bimonthly" ,1, 3, 2],"a periodical published every two months",1). c_DEF([ "bimorph",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of two piezoelectric crystals cemented together so that an applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bimorph",1,1,1 ], "into mechanical energy| Conversely, bending can generate a voltage: used in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bimorph",1,1,1 ], "loudspeakers, gramophone pickups, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "bimorph",1,1,1 ], "voltage causes one to expand and the other to contract, converting electrical signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bin" ,1, 1, 1],"a large container or enclosed space for storing something in bulk, such as",1). c_DEF([ "bin" ,1, 1, 1],"coal, grain, or wool",2). c_DEF([ "bin" ,1, 1, 2],"a small container for bread",1). c_DEF([ "bin" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a storage place for bottled wine",1). c_DEF([ "bin" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"one particular bottling of wine",1). c_DEF([ "bin" ,1, 1, 3],"a container for litter, rubbish, etc",1). c_DEF([ "bin" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to store in a bin",1). c_DEF([ "bin-",1,1,1 ], "variant, esp| before a vowel, of bi- ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binal",1,1,1 ], "twofold; double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary code",1,1,1 ], "group of bits, each having one of two possible values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binary code",1,1,1 ], "the representation of each one of a set of numbers, letters, etc|, in a unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary digit",1,1,1 ], "either of the two digits 0 or 1, used in binary notation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary fission",1,1,1 ], "asexual reproduction in unicellular organisms by division into two similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary fission",1,1,1 ], "daughter cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binary form",1,1,1 ], "a structure consisting of two sections, each being played twice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary notation",1,1,1 ], "a number system having a base of two, numbers being expressed by combinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary notation",1,1,1 ], "electrically as off and on" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "binary notation",1,1,1 ], "of the digits 0 and 1: used in computing, as 0 and 1 can be represented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binary operation",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical operation applied to two numbers, quantities, expressions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary operation",1,1,1 ], "sets, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binary star",1,1,1 ], "a double star system containing two associated stars revolving around a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary star",1,1,1 ], "as each star moves towards or away from the earth| Sometimes shortened to binary" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "binary star",1,1,1 ], "centre of gravity in different orbits| A visual binary can be seen through a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binary star",1,1,1 ], "telescope| A spectroscopic binary can only be observed by the spectroscopic Doppler shift" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 1, 1],"composed of, relating to, or involving two; dual",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or expressed in binary notation or binary code",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a compound or molecule) containing atoms of two different elements",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 1, 4],"(of an alloy) consisting of two components or phases",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 1, 5],"(of an educational system) consisting of two parallel forms of education such",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 1, 5],"as the grammar school and the secondary modern in Britain",2). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 2, 2],"something composed of two parts or things",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 2, 3],"Also called: binary number| Maths",1). c_DEF([ "binary" ,1, 2, 4],"a number expressed in binary notation",1). c_DEF([ "binary-coded decimal",1,1,1 ], "63" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "binary-coded decimal",1,1,1 ], "a number in binary code written in groups of four bits, each group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binary-coded decimal",1,1,1 ], "representing one digit of the corresponding decimal number, as 0110, 0011 for the decimal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binate",1,1,1 ], "occurring in two parts or in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binaural",1,1,1 ], "relating to, having, or hearing with both ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binaural",1,1,2 ], "creating an impression of depth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binaural",1,1,2 ], "employing two separate channels for recording or transmitting sound; so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind over",1,1,1 ], "to place (a person) under a legal obligation, such as one to keep the peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fast or secure with or as if with a tie or band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,10,1 ], "to employ as an apprentice; indenture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,11,1 ], "to complain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,1 ], "something that binds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,2 ], "the act of binding or state of being bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,3 ], "a difficult or annoying situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,4 ], "another word for bine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,5 ], "another word for tie ,1,17" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,6 ], "clay between layers of coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,7 ], "a pushing movement with the blade made to force one's opponent's sword from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,12,7 ], "one line into another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,2,1 ], "to encircle or enclose with a band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,3,1 ], "to place (someone) under obligation; oblige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,4,1 ], "agreement)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,4,1 ], "to impose legal obligations or duties upon (a person or party to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,5,1 ], "to make (a bargain, agreement, etc|) irrevocable; seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,6,1 ], "loyalty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,6,1 ], "to restrain or confine with or as if with ties, as of responsibility or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,7,1 ], "to place under certain constraints; govern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,8,1 ], "to bandage or swathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,8,2 ], "to cohere or stick or cause to cohere or stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,8,3 ], "to make or become compact, stiff, or hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,8,3,1 ], "to enclose and fasten (the pages of a book) between covers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,8,3,2 ], "(of a book) to undergo this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,9,1 ], "or to prevent fraying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bind",1,9,1 ], "to provide (a garment, hem, etc|) with a border or edging, as for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,1 ], "a firm cover or folder with rings or clasps for holding loose sheets of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,2 ], "a material used to bind separate particles together, give an appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,2 ], "consistency, or facilitate adhesion to a surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,3 ], "a person who binds books; bookbinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,4 ], "something used to fasten or tie, such as rope or twine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,5 ], "a machine for cutting grain and binding it into bundles or sheaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,6 ], "an informal agreement giving insurance coverage pending formal issue of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,6 ], "policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,7 ], "a tie, beam, or girder, used to support floor joists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binder",1,1,8 ], "a stone for binding masonry; bondstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bindery",1,1,1 ], "a place in which books are bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bindi-eye",1,1,1 ], "any of various small weedy Australian herbaceous plants of the genus Calotis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bindi-eye",1,1,1 ], "with burlike fruits: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binding energy",1,1,1 ], "fission| It is equal to the mass defect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binding energy",1,1,1 ], "the energy that must be supplied to a stable nucleus before it can undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binding energy",1,1,2 ], "an atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binding energy",1,1,2 ], "the energy required to remove a particle from a system, esp| an electron from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binding",1,1,1 ], "anything that binds or fastens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binding",1,1,2 ], "the covering within which the pages of a book are bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binding",1,1,3 ], "the material or tape used for binding hems, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binding",1,2,1 ], "imposing an obligation or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binding",1,2,2 ], "causing hindrance; restrictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bindweed",1,1,1 ], "any convolvulaceous plant of the genera Convolvulus and Calystegia that twines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bindweed",1,1,1 ], "around a support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bindweed",1,1,2 ], "any of various other trailing or twining plants, such as black bindweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bine",1,1,1 ], "bindweed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bine",1,1,1 ], "the climbing or twining stem of any of various plants, such as the woodbine or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bine",1,1,2 ], "any plant with such a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binge",1,1,1 ], "a bout of excessive eating or drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binge",1,1,2 ], "excessive indulgence in anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bingey",1,1,1 ], "the stomach; belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binghi",1,1,1 ], "slang, often derogatory| an Aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bingle",1,1,1 ], "a minor crash or upset, as in a car or on a surfboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bingo",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game, usually played with several people, in which numbers selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bingo",1,1,1 ], "at random are called out and the players cover the numbers on their individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bingo",1,1,1 ], "cards| The first to cover a given arrangement of numbers is the winner" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bingo",1,2,1 ], "a cry by the winner of a game of bingo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bingo",1,2,2 ], "an expression of surprise at a sudden occurrence or the successful completion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bingo",1,2,2 ], "of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binnacle",1,1,1 ], "a housing for a ship's compass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binocular",1,1,1 ], "involving, relating to, seeing with or intended for both eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binoculars",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument for use with both eyes, consisting of two small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binoculars",1,1,1 ], "telescopes joined together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binomial distribution",1,1,1 ], "a statistical distribution giving the probability of obtaining a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binomial distribution",1,1,1 ], "number of successes in a specified number of trials of an experiment, with a constant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binomial distribution",1,1,1 ], "probability of success in each trial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "binomial theorem",1,1,1 ], "It contains n+1 terms: (x+a)'n = x'n + (n/1!)a|x'(n-1) +" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "binomial theorem",1,1,1 ], "[(n-1)/2!]a|x'(n-2)|||a'n", 4). c_DEF([ "binomial theorem",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical theorem that gives the expansion of any binomial raised to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binomial theorem",1,1,1 ], "positive integral power,n|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binomial" ,1, 1, 1],"a mathematical expression consisting of two terms, such as 3x,,2y",1). c_DEF([ "binomial" ,1, 1, 2],"a two-part taxonomic name for an animal or plant",1). c_DEF([ "binomial" ,1, 2, 1],"referring to two names or terms",1). c_DEF([ "binomial",1,1,1 ], "Panthera leo (the lion)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "binomial",1,1,1 ], "a system for naming plants and animals by means of two Latin names: the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binomial",1,1,1 ], "indicating the genus and the second the species to which the organism belongs, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binominal",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting the binomial nomenclature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binominal",1,2,1 ], "a two-part taxonomic name; binomial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bint",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory term for girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binturong",1,1,1 ], "an arboreal SE Asian viverrine mammal, Arctictis binturong, closely related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "binturong",1,1,1 ], "the palm civets but larger and having long shaggy black hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "binucleate",1,1,1 ], "having two nuclei" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating life or living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bio-assay",1,1,1 ], "a method of determining the concentration, activity, or effect of a drug," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bio-assay",1,1,1 ], "hormone, or vitamin by testing its effect on a living organism and comparing this with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bio-assay",1,1,1 ], "the activity of an agreed standard" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bio-assay",1,3,1 ], "to subject to a bio-assay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioastronautics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the effects of space flight on living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biocatalyst",1,1,1 ], "a chemical, esp| an enzyme, that initiates or modifies the rate of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biocatalyst",1,1,1 ], "biochemical reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biocellate",1,1,1 ], "(of animals and plants) marked with two eyelike spots or ocelli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biocenology",1,1,1 ], "between the members of a natural community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biocenology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of ecology concerned with the relationships and interactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biochemical oxygen demand",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the organic pollution of water: the amount of oxygen, in mg per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biochemical oxygen demand",1,1,1 ], "litre of water, absorbed by a sample kept at 20 degrees C for five days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biochemistry",1,1,1 ], "organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the study of the chemical compounds, reactions, etc|, occurring in living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biocide",1,1,1 ], "a chemical, such as a pesticide, capable of killing living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioclimatology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the effects of climatic conditions on living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biocycle",1,1,1 ], "any of the major regions of the biosphere, such as the land or sea, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biocycle",1,1,1 ], "capable of supporting life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biodegradable",1,1,1 ], "(of sewage constituents, packaging material, etc|) capable of being decomposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biodegradable",1,1,1 ], "by bacteria or other biological means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biodynamics",1,1,1 ], "organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology that deals with the energy production and activities of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioecology",1,1,1 ], "another word for ecology ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioenergetics",1,1,1 ], "communities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bioenergetics",1,1,1 ], "the study of energy relationships in living organisms, esp| in natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioengineering",1,1,1 ], "defective body functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bioengineering",1,1,1 ], "the design and manufacture of aids, such as artificial limbs, to rectify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioengineering",1,1,2 ], "biosynthetic processes, such as fermentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bioengineering",1,1,2 ], "the design, manufacture, and maintenance of engineering equipment used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biofeedback",1,1,1 ], "a technique for controlling autonomic functions, such as the rate of heartbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biofeedback",1,1,1 ], "or breathing, by concentrating on the desired effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bioflavonoid",1,1,1 ], "another name for vitamin P" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biogen",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical protein assumed to be the basis of the formation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biogen",1,1,1 ], "functioning of body cells and tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biogenesis",1,1,1 ], "similar to itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the principle that a living organism must originate from a parent organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biogeography",1,1,1 ], "and animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biogeography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the geographical distribution of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biography",1,1,1 ], "an account of a person's life by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biography",1,1,2 ], "such accounts collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biog|",1,1,1 ], "biographical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biog|",1,1,2 ], "biography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioherm",1,1,1 ], "a mass of organic material, esp| a coral reef, surrounded by rocks of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioherm",1,1,1 ], "different origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biological clock",1,1,1 ], "an inherent periodicity in the physiological processes of living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biological clock",1,1,1 ], "that is not dependent on the periodicity of external factors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biological clock",1,1,2 ], "the hypothetical mechanism responsible for this periodicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biological warfare",1,1,1 ], "incapacity in humans and animals and damage to plant crops, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biological warfare",1,1,1 ], "the use of living organisms or their toxic products to induce death or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biological" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to biology",1). c_DEF([ "biological" ,1, 2, 1],"a drug, such as a vaccine, that is derived from a living organism",1). c_DEF([ "biology",1,1,1 ], "evolution, distribution, and interrelationships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biology",1,1,1 ], "the study of living organisms, including their structure, functioning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biology",1,1,2 ], "organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biology",1,1,2 ], "the structure, functioning, etc|, of a particular organism or group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biology",1,1,3 ], "the animal and plant life of a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioluminescence",1,1,1 ], "light-producing substance (luciferin) by the enzyme luciferase: occurs in many marine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bioluminescence",1,1,1 ], "organisms, insects such as the firefly, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bioluminescence",1,1,1 ], "the production of light by living organisms as a result of the oxidation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biolysis",1,1,1 ], "the death and dissolution of a living organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biolysis",1,1,2 ], "the disintegration of organic matter by the action of bacteria etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biol|",1,1,1 ], "biological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biol|",1,1,2 ], "biology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biomass",1,1,1 ], "living or dry weight per unit area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biomass",1,1,1 ], "the total amount of living organisms in a given area, expressed in terms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biome",1,1,1 ], "a major ecological community, extending over a large area and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biome",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a dominant vegetation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biometry",1,1,1 ], "the study of biological data by means of statistical analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biometry",1,1,2 ], "the statistical calculation of the probable duration of human life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bionic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to bionics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bionic",1,1,2 ], "(in science fiction) having certain physiological functions augmented or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bionic",1,1,2 ], "replaced by electronic equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bionics",1,1,1 ], "hardware, designed to operate in a similar manner" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bionics",1,1,1 ], "that are applicable to the development of electronic equipment, such as computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bionics",1,1,1 ], "the study of certain biological functions, esp| those relating to the brain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bionomics",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for ecology 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biophysics",1,1,1 ], "physics to biology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biophysics",1,1,1 ], "the physics of biological processes and the application of methods used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioplasm",1,1,1 ], "living matter; protoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biopoiesis",1,1,1 ], "evolutionary process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biopoiesis",1,1,1 ], "the synthesis of living matter from nonliving matter, esp| considered as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biopsy",1,1,1 ], "determine the cause or extent of a disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biopsy",1,1,1 ], "examination, esp| under a microscope, of tissue from a living body to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioscope",1,1,1 ], "a kind of early film projector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioscope",1,1,2 ], "a South African word for cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bioscopy",1,1,1 ], "examination of a body to determine whether it is alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biosphere",1,1,1 ], "the part of the earth's surface and atmosphere inhabited by living things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biostatics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology that deals with the structure of organisms in relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biostatics",1,1,1 ], "to their function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biostrome",1,1,1 ], "a thin rocky layer consisting of a deposit of organic material, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biostrome",1,1,1 ], "fossils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biosynthesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of complex compounds from simple substances by living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biota",1,1,1 ], "the plant and animal life of a particular region or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biotechnology",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for ergonomics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biotic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biotin",1,1,1 ], "a vitamin of the B complex, abundant in egg yolk and liver, deficiency of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biotin",1,1,1 ], "which causes dermatitis and loss of hair| Formula: C10H16N2O3S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biotite",1,1,1 ], "a dark brown to black mica| Formula: K(Mg,Fe)3AlSi3O10(OH)2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biotope",1,1,1 ], "a small area, such as the bark of a tree, that supports its own distinctive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biotope",1,1,1 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biotype",1,1,1 ], "a group of plants or animals within a species that resemble, but differ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biotype",1,1,1 ], "physiologically from, other members of the species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biparietal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or connected to both parietal bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biparous",1,1,1 ], "producing offspring in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biparous",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of an inflorescence) producing two branches from one stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipartisan",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or supported by two or more political parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipartite",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or having two parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipartite",1,1,2 ], "affecting or made by two parties; bilateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipartite",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of some leaves) divided into two parts almost to the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biped" ,1, 1, 1],"any animal with two feet",1). c_DEF([ "bipetalous",1,1,1 ], "having two petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biphenyl",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless crystalline solid used as a heat-transfer agent, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biphenyl",1,1,1 ], "fungicide, and in the manufacture of dyes, etc| Formula: C6H5C6H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biphenyl",1,1,2 ], "any substituted derivative of biphenyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipinnate",1,1,1 ], "(of compound leaves) having both the leaflets and the stems bearing them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipinnate",1,1,1 ], "arranged pinnately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biplane",1,1,1 ], "an early type of aeroplane having two sets of wings, one above the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipod",1,1,1 ], "a two-legged support or stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipolar",1,1,1 ], "having two poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipolar",1,1,2 ], "relating to or found at the North and South Poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipolar",1,1,3 ], "having or characterized by two opposed opinions, natures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipolar",1,1,4 ], "(of a transistor) utilizing both majority and minority charge carriers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipropellant",1,1,1 ], "a rocket propellant consisting of two substances, usually a fuel and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bipropellant",1,1,1 ], "oxidizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biquadrate",1,1,1 ], "the fourth power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biquadratic" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to the fourth power",1). c_DEF([ "biquadratic" ,1, 2, 1],"a biquadratic equation, such as x ,4 + x,,6 = 0",1). c_DEF([ "biquarterly",1,1,1 ], "occurring twice every three months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biracial",1,1,1 ], "for, representing, or including members of two races, esp| White and Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biradial",1,1,1 ], "showing both bilateral and radial symmetry, as certain sea anemones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biramous",1,1,1 ], "divided into two parts, as the appendages of crustaceans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birch",1,1,1 ], "any betulaceous tree or shrub of the genus Betula, having thin peeling bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birch",1,1,2 ], "the hard close-grained wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birch",1,1,3 ], "flogging offenders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birch",1,1,3 ], "the birch| a bundle of birch twigs or a birch rod used, esp| formerly, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birch",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the birch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birch",1,2,2 ], "consisting or made of birch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birch",1,3,1 ], "to flog with a birch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird call",1,1,1 ], "the characteristic call or song of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird call",1,1,2 ], "an imitation of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird call",1,1,3 ], "an instrument imitating the call of a bird, used esp| by hunters or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird call",1,1,3 ], "bird-catchers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird cherry",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian rosaceous tree, Prunus padus, with clusters of white flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird cherry",1,1,1 ], "and small black fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird dog" ,1, 1, 1],"a dog used or trained to retrieve game birds after they are shot",1). c_DEF([ "bird dog" ,1, 2, 1],"ging, -dogged",1). c_DEF([ "bird dog" ,1, 2, 2],"to control closely with unceasing vigilance",1). c_DEF([ "bird of paradise",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the family Paradisaeidae of New Guinea and neighbouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird of paradise",1,1,1 ], "regions, the males of which have brilliantly coloured ornate plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird of paradise",1,1,2 ], "Strelitzia, esp| S| reginae, that are native to tropical southern Africa and South America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird of paradise",1,1,2 ], "and have purple bracts and large orange or yellow flowers resembling birds' heads" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bird of paradise",1,1,2 ], "bird-of-paradise flower| any of various musaceous plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird of passage",1,1,1 ], "a bird that migrates seasonally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird of passage",1,1,2 ], "a transient person or one who roams about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird of prey",1,1,1 ], "a bird, such as a hawk, eagle, or owl, that hunts and kills other animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird of prey",1,1,1 ], "esp| vertebrates, for food| It has strong talons and a sharp hooked bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird pepper",1,1,1 ], "a tropical solanaceous plant, Capsicum frutescens, thought to be the ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird pepper",1,1,1 ], "of the sweet pepper and many hot peppers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird pepper",1,1,2 ], "the narrow podlike hot-tasting fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird spider",1,1,1 ], "any large hairy predatory bird-eating spider of the family Aviculariidae, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird spider",1,1,1 ], "tropical America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird strike",1,1,1 ], "a collision of an aircraft with a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird table",1,1,1 ], "a table or platform in the open on which food for birds may be placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,1 ], "any warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrate of the class Aves, characterized by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,1 ], "between the ostrich and the humming bird" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,1 ], "body covering of feathers and forelimbs modified as wings| Birds vary in size" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,10 ], "(someone) rudely to depart; scoff at; hiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,11 ], "kill two birds with one stone| to accomplish two things at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,12 ], "like a bird| without resistance or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,13 ], "a little bird| a (supposedly) unknown informant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,14 ], "(strictly) for the birds| Informal| deserving of disdain or contempt; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,14 ], "important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,2 ], "a person (usually preceded by a qualifying adjective, as in the phrases rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,2 ], "bird, odd bird, clever bird)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,3 ], "a girl or young woman, esp| one's girlfriend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,4 ], "prison or a term in prison (esp| in the phrase do bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,5 ], "a bird in the hand| something definite or certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,6 ], "the bird has flown| Informal| the person in question has fled or escaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,7 ], "birds of a feather| Often derogatory| people with characteristics, ideas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,7 ], "interests, etc|, in common" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,8 ], "get the bird| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,8,1 ], "to be fired or dismissed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,8,2 ], "(esp| of a public performer) to be hissed at, booed, or derided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird",1,1,9 ], "give the bird| Informal| to tell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,1,1,1 ], "seen or photographed from high above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,1,1,2 ], "bird's-eye view)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,1,1,2 ], "summarizing the main points of a topic; summary (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,1,2 ], "having markings resembling birds' eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,2,1 ], "bird's-eye primrose| a Eurasian primrose, Primula farinosa, having clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,2,1 ], "of purplish flowers with yellow centres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,2,2 ], "bird's-eye speedwell| the usual U|S| name for germander speedwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,2,3 ], "any of several other plants having flowers of two contrasting colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,2,4 ], "a pattern in linen and cotton fabrics, made up of small diamond shapes with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,2,4 ], "dot in the centre of each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-eye",1,2,5 ], "a linen or cotton fabric with such a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-foot trefoil",1,1,1 ], "a creeping papilionaceous Eurasian plant, Lotus corniculatus, with red-tipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-foot trefoil",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers and seed pods resembling the claws of a bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-foot",1,1,1 ], "a European papilionaceous plant, Ornithopus perpusillus, with red-veined white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-foot",1,1,1 ], "flowers and curved pods resembling a bird's claws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-foot",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants whose flowers, leaves, or pods resemble a bird's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-foot",1,1,2 ], "foot or claw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-nest fungus",1,1,1 ], "any fungus of the family Nidulariaceae, having a nestlike spore-producing body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-nest fungus",1,1,1 ], "containing egglike spore-filled structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-nest orchid",1,1,1 ], "a brown parasitic Eurasian orchid, Neottia nidus-avis, whose thick fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-nest orchid",1,1,1 ], "roots resemble a bird's nest and contain a fungus on which the orchid feeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-nest soup",1,1,1 ], "a rich spicy Chinese soup made from the outer part of the nests of SE Asian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-nest soup",1,1,1 ], "swifts of the genus Collocalia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bird's-nest",1,1,1 ], "to search for the nests of birds in order to collect the eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird-brained",1,1,1 ], "dull; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird-dog" ,1, 1, 1],"a figurative name for ,dove ,1",1). c_DEF([ "bird-nesting",1,1,1 ], "searching for birds' nests as a hobby, often to steal the eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bird-watcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies wild birds in their natural surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdbath",1,1,1 ], "a small basin or trough for birds to bathe in, usually in a garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdcage",1,1,1 ], "a wire or wicker cage in which captive birds are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdcage",1,1,2 ], "any object of a similar shape, construction, or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdhouse",1,1,1 ], "a small shelter or box for birds to nest in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdhouse",1,1,2 ], "an enclosure or large cage for captive birds; aviary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdie",1,1,1 ], "a score of one stroke under par for a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdie",1,1,2 ], "a bird, esp| a small bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdlime",1,1,1 ], "a sticky substance, prepared from holly, mistletoe, or other plants, smeared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdlime",1,1,1 ], "on twigs to catch small birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birdlime",1,2,1 ], "to smear (twigs) with birdlime to catch (small birds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdman",1,1,1 ], "a man concerned with birds, such as a fowler or ornithologist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdman",1,1,2 ], "a man who attempts to fly using his own muscle power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdman",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete informal name for airman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birdseed",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of various kinds of seeds for feeding cage birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birefringence",1,1,1 ], "another name for double refraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bireme",1,1,1 ], "an ancient galley having two banks of oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biretta",1,1,1 ], "a stiff clerical cap having either three or four upright pieces projecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biretta",1,1,1 ], "outwards from the centre to the edge: coloured black for priests, purple for bishops," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biretta",1,1,1 ], "red for cardinals, and white for certain members of religious orders" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "biriani",1,1,1 ], "any of a variety of Indian dishes made with rice, highly flavoured and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biriani",1,1,1 ], "coloured with saffron or turmeric, mixed with meat or fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birl",1,1,1 ], "lumberjacks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birl",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a floating log) to spin using the feet, esp| as a sport among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birl",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of burl ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birl",2,1,1 ], "to ply (one's guests, etc|) with drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birr",1,1,1 ], "and Scot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birr",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make a whirring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birr",1,3,1 ], "a whirring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birr",1,3,2 ], "force, as of wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birr",1,3,3 ], "vigour; energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birr",2,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Ethiopia, divided into 100 cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth certificate",1,1,1 ], "an official form giving details of the time and place of a person's birth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth certificate",1,1,1 ], "and his name, sex, and parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birth control",1,1,1 ], "limitation of childbearing by means of contraception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth rate",1,1,1 ], "of that area, etc|, usually expressed per 1000 population per year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birth rate",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of live births in a specified area, group, etc|, to the population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,1 ], "the process of bearing young; parturition; childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,2 ], "the act or fact of being born; nativity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,3 ], "the coming into existence of something; origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,4 ], "ancestry; lineage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,5 ], "noble ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,6 ], "natural or inherited talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,7 ], "the offspring or young born at a particular time or of a particular mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,8 ], "give birth (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,8,1 ], "to bear or bring forth (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,1,8,2 ], "to produce or create (an idea, plan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birth",1,2,1 ], "to bear or bring forth (a child)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthday suit",1,1,1 ], "a state of total nakedness, as at birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthday",1,1,1,1 ], "an anniversary of the day of one's birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthday",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthday",1,1,2 ], "the day on which a person was born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthday",1,1,3 ], "any anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthmark",1,1,1 ], "a blemish or new growth on skin formed before birth, usually brown or dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthmark",1,1,1 ], "red; nevus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birthplace",1,1,1 ], "the place where someone was born or where something originated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthright",1,1,1 ], "as soon as he is born" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birthright",1,1,1 ], "privileges or possessions that a person has or is believed to be entitled to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthright",1,1,2 ], "the privileges or possessions of a first-born son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthright",1,1,3 ], "inheritance; patrimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthroot",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American plants of the genus Trillium, esp| T| erectum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthroot",1,1,1 ], "childbirth: family Trilliaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "birthroot",1,1,1 ], "whose tuber-like roots were formerly used by the American Indians as an aid in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birthstone",1,1,1 ], "a precious or semiprecious stone associated with a month or sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthstone",1,1,1 ], "and thought to bring luck if worn by a person born in that month" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "birthwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several climbing plants of the genus Aristolochia, esp| A| clematitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "birthwort",1,1,1 ], "of Europe, once believed to ease childbirth: family Aristolochiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bis",1,1,1 ], "repeated)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bis",1,1,1 ], "twice; for a second time (used in musical scores to indicate a part to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bis",1,2,1 ], "encore! again!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,1 ], "U|S| word: cookie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,1 ], "a small flat dry sweet or plain cake of many varieties, baked from a dough|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,2 ], "a kind of small roll similar to a muffin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,2,1 ], "a pale brown or yellowish-grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,3 ], "earthenware or porcelain that has been fired but not glazed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,4 ], "take the biscuit| Brit| to be regarded (by the speaker) as the most surprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biscuit",1,1,4 ], "thing that could have occurred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bise",1,1,1 ], "a cold dry northerly wind in Switzerland and the neighbouring parts of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bise",1,1,1 ], "and Italy, usually in the spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bisect",1,1,1 ], "to divide into two equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisect",1,1,2 ], "to cut or split into two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisector",1,1,1 ], "a straight line or plane that bisects an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisectrix",1,1,1 ], "another name for bisector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisectrix",1,1,2 ], "the bisector of the angle between the optic axes of a crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biserrate",1,1,1 ], "(of leaf margins, etc|) having serrations that are themselves serrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biserrate",1,1,2 ], "serrated on both sides, as the antennae of some insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisexual",1,1,1 ], "sexually attracted by both men and women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisexual",1,1,2 ], "showing characteristics of both sexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisexual",1,1,3 ], "(of some plants and animals) having both male and female reproductive organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisexual",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to both sexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisexual",1,2,1 ], "a bisexual organism; a hermaphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisexual",1,2,2 ], "a bisexual person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bish",1,1,1 ], "a mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop sleeve",1,1,1 ], "a full sleeve gathered at the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop",1,1,1 ], "(in the Roman Catholic, Anglican, and Greek Orthodox Churches) a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop",1,1,1 ], "having spiritual and administrative powers over a diocese or province of the Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bishop",1,1,2 ], "(in some Protestant Churches) a spiritual overseer of a local church or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop",1,1,2 ], "number of churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bishop",1,1,3 ], "a chess piece, capable of moving diagonally over any number of unoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop",1,1,3 ], "squares of the same colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bishop",1,1,4 ], "mulled wine, usually port, spiced with oranges, cloves, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop's mitre",1,1,1 ], "a European heteropterous bug, Aelia acuminata, whose larvae are a pest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop's mitre",1,1,1 ], "cereal grasses: family Pentatomidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bishop's weed",1,1,1 ], "another name for goutweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishop's-cap",1,1,1 ], "another name for mitrewort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishopbird",1,1,1 ], "any African weaverbird of the genus Euplectes (or Pyromelana), the males of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bishopbird",1,1,1 ], "which have black plumage marked with red or yellow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bishopric",1,1,1 ], "the see, diocese, or office of a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisk",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of bisque'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bismuth",1,1,1 ], "a brittle pinkish-white crystalline metallic element having low thermal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bismuth",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 83; atomic wt|: 208|98; valency: 3 or 5; relative density: 9|75; melting" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "bismuth",1,1,1 ], "electrical conductivity, which expands on cooling| It is widely used in alloys, esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bismuth",1,1,1 ], "low-melting alloys in fire safety devices; its compounds are used in medicines| Symbol: Bi;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bismuth",1,1,1 ], "pt|: 271|3 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1560 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "bismuthic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing bismuth in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bismuthinite",1,1,1 ], "a grey mineral consisting of bismuth sulphide in orthorhombic crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bismuthinite",1,1,1 ], "form| It occurs in veins associated with tin, copper, silver, lead, etc|, and is a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bismuthinite",1,1,1 ], "source of bismuth| Formula: Bi2S3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bismuthous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing bismuth in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bison",1,1,1 ], "a member of the cattle tribe, Bison bison, formerly widely distributed over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bison",1,1,1 ], "massive head, shaggy forequarters, and a humped back" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bison",1,1,1 ], "the prairies of W North America but now confined to reserves and parks, with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bison",1,1,2 ], "Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bison",1,1,2 ], "a closely related and similar animal, Bison bonasus, formerly widespread in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisque",1,1,1 ], "a thick rich soup made from shellfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisque",2,1,1,1 ], "a pink to yellowish tan colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisque",2,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisque",2,1,2 ], "another name for biscuit ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisque",3,1,1 ], "an extra point, stroke, or turn allowed to an inferior player, usually taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisque",3,1,1 ], "when desired|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bissextile",1,1,1 ], "(of a month or year) containing the extra day of a leap year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bissextile",1,2,1 ], "a rare name for leap year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bist",1,1,1 ], "a form of the second person singular of be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistable",1,1,1 ], "having two stable states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistort",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian polygonaceous plant, Polygonum bistorta, having leaf stipules fused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistort",1,1,1 ], "to form a tube around the stem and a spike of small pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bistort",1,1,2 ], "a related plant, Polygonum bistortoides, of W North America, with oval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistort",1,1,2 ], "clusters of pink or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bistort",1,1,3 ], "any of several other plants of the genus Polygonum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistoury",1,1,1 ], "a long surgical knife with a narrow blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistre",1,1,1 ], "a transparent water-soluble brownish-yellow pigment made by boiling the soot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistre",1,1,1 ], "of wood, used for pen and wash drawings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bistre",1,1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-brown to dark brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistre",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bistro",1,1,1 ], "a small restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulcate",1,1,1 ], "marked by two grooves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulcate",1,1,1,1 ], "cleft or cloven, as a hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulcate",1,1,1,2 ], "having cloven hoofs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of sulphuric acid containing the monovalent group -HSO4 or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphate",1,1,1 ], "ion HSO'-4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphate",1,1,2 ], "HSO'-4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphate",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, containing, or concerned with the group -HSO4 or the ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphide",1,1,1 ], "another name for disulphide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphite",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of sulphurous acid containing the monovalent group -HSO3 or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphite",1,1,1 ], "the ion HSO'-3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bisulphite",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or containing the group -HSO3 or the ion HSO'-3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisymmetric",1,1,1 ], "showing symmetry in two planes at right angles to each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bisymmetric",1,1,2 ], "(of plants and animals) showing bilateral symmetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit part",1,1,1 ], "a very small acting role with few lines to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,1 ], "a small piece, portion, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,10 ], "bit by bit| gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,11 ], "do one's bit| to make one's expected contribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,12 ], "every bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,13 ], "(foll| by as) to the same degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,14 ], "not a bit not in the slightest; not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,15 ], "to bits| completely apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,2 ], "a short time or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,3 ], "the value of an eighth of a dollar: spoken of only in units of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,4 ], "any small coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,5 ], "short for bit part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,6 ], "way of behaving, esp| one intended to create a particular impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,7 ], "a bit| rather; somewhat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,8 ], "a bit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,8,1 ], "rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,8,2 ], "a considerable amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,9 ], "a bit of all right, bit of crumpet, bit of skirt, bit of stuff, or bit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,9 ], "tail| Brit| slang" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,9,1 ], "an attractive woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",1,1,9,2 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",3,1,1 ], "the past tense of bite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",4,1,1 ], "either of the two digits 0 or 1, used in binary notation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",4,1,2 ], "a unit of information representing the physical state of a system having one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bit",4,1,2 ], "of two values, such as on or off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitartrate",1,1,1 ], "(not in technical usage) a salt or ester of tartaric acid containing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitartrate",1,1,1 ], "monovalent group -HC4H4O6 or the ion HC4H4O'-6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitch",1,1,1 ], "a female dog or other female canine animal, such as a wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitch",1,1,2 ], "a malicious, spiteful, or coarse woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitch",1,1,3 ], "a complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitch",1,1,4 ], "a difficult situation or problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitch",1,3,1 ], "to complain; grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitch",1,3,2 ], "to behave (towards) in a spiteful or malicious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitch",1,4,1 ], "to botch; bungle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitchy",1,1,1 ], "bitchier, bitchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitchy",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or behaving like a bitch; malicious; snide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite back",1,1,1 ], "to restrain (a hurtful, embarrassing, or indiscreet remark) avoid saying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,1,1 ], "to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,1,2 ], "(of animals, insects, etc|) to injure by puncturing or tearing (the skin or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,1,2 ], "flesh) with the teeth, fangs, etc|, esp| as a natural characteristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,2,1 ], "to cut or penetrate, as with a knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,2,2 ], "(of corrosive material such as acid) to eat away or into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,2,3 ], "to smart or cause to smart; sting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,3,1 ], "(of a fish) to take or attempt to take the bait or lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,3,2 ], "to take firm hold of or act effectively upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,3,3 ], "to grip or hold (a workpiece) with a tool or chuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,3,4 ], "(of a screw, thread, etc|) to cut into or grip (an object, material, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,4,1 ], "to annoy or worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,4,2 ], "to cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,1 ], "to ask (for); scrounge from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,2 ], "bite off more than one can chew| Informal| to attempt a task beyond one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,2 ], "capability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,3 ], "bite someone's head off| Informal| to respond harshly and rudely (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,4 ], "bite the dust| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,4,1 ], "to fall down dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,4,2 ], "to be rejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,5 ], "bite the hand that feeds one| to repay kindness with injury or ingratitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,6 ], "cautious in similar situations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,5,6 ], "once bitten, twice shy| Informal| after an unpleasant experience one is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,1 ], "the act of biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,10 ], "mouth is closed naturally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,10 ], "the angle or manner of contact between the upper and lower teeth when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,11 ], "the surface of a file or rasp with cutting teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,12 ], "the corrosive action of acid, as on a metal etching plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,2 ], "a thing or amount bitten off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,3 ], "a wound, bruise, or sting inflicted by biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,4 ], "an attempt by a fish to take the bait or lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,5 ], "an incisive or penetrating effect or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,6 ], "a light meal; snack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,7 ], "a cutting, stinging, or smarting sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,8 ], "the depth of cut of a machine tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bite",1,6,9 ], "the grip or hold applied by a tool or chuck to a workpiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biting midge",1,1,1 ], "any small fragile dipterous fly of the family Ceratopogonidae, most of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biting midge",1,1,1 ], "suck the blood of mammals, birds, or other insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biting",1,1,1 ], "piercing; keen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biting",1,1,2 ], "sarcastic; incisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitser",1,1,1 ], "a mongrel dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitstock",1,1,1 ], "the handle or stock of a tool into which a drilling bit is fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitt",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of strong posts on the deck of a ship for securing mooring and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitt",1,1,1 ], "other lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitt",1,1,2 ], "another word for bollard ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitt",1,2,1 ], "to secure (a line) by means of a bitt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitten",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of bite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter apple",1,1,1 ], "another name for colocynth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter end",1,1,1 ], "of a vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitter end",1,1,1 ], "the end of a line, chain, or cable, esp| the end secured in the chain locker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter end",1,1,2 ], "to the bitter end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter end",1,1,2,1 ], "until the finish of a task, job, etc|, however unpleasant or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter end",1,1,2,2 ], "until final defeat or death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter orange",1,1,1 ], "another name for Seville orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter principle",1,1,1 ], "any of various bitter-tasting substances, such as aloin, usually extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter principle",1,1,1 ], "from plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,1,1 ], "coffee dregs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,1,1 ], "having or denoting an unpalatable harsh taste, as the peel of an orange or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,1,2 ], "showing or caused by strong unrelenting hostility or resentment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,1,3 ], "difficult or unpleasant to accept or admit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,1,4 ], "cutting; sarcastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,1,5 ], "bitingly cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,2,1 ], "very; extremely (esp| in the phrase bitter cold)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,3,1 ], "a thing that is bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,3,2 ], "draught beer with a high hop content, with a slightly bitter taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitter",1,4,1 ], "to make or become bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitterling",1,1,1 ], "a popular aquarium fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitterling",1,1,1 ], "a small brightly coloured European freshwater cyprinid fish, Rhodeus sericeus:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bittern",1,1,1 ], "any wading bird of the genera Ixobrychus and Botaurus, related and similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bittern",1,1,1 ], "family Ardeidae, order Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bittern",1,1,1 ], "the herons but with shorter legs and neck, a stouter body, and a booming call:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bittern",2,1,1 ], "the bitter liquid remaining after common salt has been crystallized out of sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bittern",2,1,1 ], "water: a source of magnesium, bromine, and iodine compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitternut",1,1,1 ], "an E North American hickory tree, Carya cordiformis, with thin-shelled nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitternut",1,1,1 ], "and bitter kernels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitternut",1,1,2 ], "the nut of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitters",1,1,1 ], "bitter-tasting spirits of varying alcoholic content flavoured with plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitters",1,1,1 ], "extracts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitters",1,1,2 ], "a similar liquid containing a bitter-tasting substance, used as a tonic to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitters",1,1,2 ], "stimulate the appetite or improve digestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bittersweet",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American woody climbing plants of the genus Celastrus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bittersweet",1,1,1 ], "esp| C| scandens, having orange capsules that open to expose scarlet-coated seeds:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bittersweet",1,1,1 ], "family Celastraceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bittersweet",1,1,2 ], "another name for woody nightshade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bittersweet",1,2,1 ], "tasting of or being a mixture of bitterness and sweetness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bittersweet",1,2,2 ], "pleasant but tinged with sadness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitterweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants that contain a bitter-tasting substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitterwood",1,1,1 ], "any of several simaroubaceous trees of the genus Picrasma of S and SE Asia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitterwood",1,1,1 ], "for quassia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bitterwood",1,1,1 ], "the West Indies, whose bitter bark and wood are used in medicine as a substitute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitty",1,1,2 ], "lacking unity; disjointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitty",1,1,3 ], "containing bits, sediment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitumen",1,1,1 ], "any of various viscous or solid impure mixtures of hydrocarbons that occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitumen",1,1,1 ], "material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bitumen",1,1,1 ], "naturally in asphalt, tar, mineral waxes, etc|: used as a road surfacing and roofing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitumen",1,1,2 ], "the constituents of coal that can be extracted by an organic solvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitumen",1,1,3 ], "the bitumen| Austral| informal| any road with a bitumen surface, esp| (cap|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bitumen",1,1,3 ], "the road in the Northern Territory between Darwin and Alice Springs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bitumen",1,1,4 ], "a transparent brown pigment or glaze made from asphalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bituminize",1,1,1 ], "to treat with or convert into bitumen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bituminous coal",1,1,1 ], "X 10'7J/kg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bituminous coal",1,1,1 ], "a soft black coal, rich in volatile hydrocarbons, that burns with a smoky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bituminous coal",1,1,1 ], "yellow flame| Fixed carbon content: 46-86 per cent; calorific value: 1|93 X 10'7-3|63" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bivalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for divalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bivalent",1,1,2 ], "(of homologous chromosomes) associated together in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bivalent",1,2,1 ], "a structure formed during meiosis consisting of two homologous chromosomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bivalent",1,2,1 ], "associated together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bivalve",1,1,1 ], "Pelecypoda), having a laterally compressed body, a shell consisting of two hinged valves," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bivalve",1,1,1 ], "and gills for respiration| The group includes clams, cockles, oysters, and mussels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bivalve",1,1,1 ], "any marine or freshwater mollusc of the class Bivalvia (or Lamellibranchia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bivalve",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Bivalvia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bivalve",1,2,2 ], "having or consisting of two valves or similar parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bivouac" ,1, 1, 1],"a temporary encampment with few facilities, as used by soldiers, mountaineers,",1). c_DEF([ "bivouac" ,1, 1, 1],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "bivouac" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to make such an encampment",1). c_DEF([ "bivvy",1,1,2 ], "a small tent or shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biweekly" ,1, 2, 1],"every two weeks",1). c_DEF([ "biweekly" ,1, 2, 2],"(often avoided because of confusion with sense 1) twice a week; semiweekly",1). c_DEF([ "biweekly" ,1, 3, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "biweekly" ,1, 3, 2],"a periodical published every two weeks",1). c_DEF([ "biyearly",1,2,1 ], "every two years; biennial or biennially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biyearly",1,2,2 ], "(often avoided because of confusion with sense 1) twice a year; biannual or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "biyearly",1,2,2 ], "biannually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "biz",1,1,1 ], "short for business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bizarre",1,1,1 ], "odd or unusual, esp| in an interesting or amusing way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bkcy|",1,1,1 ], "bankruptcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bkg|",1,1,1 ], "banking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bkpt|",1,1,1 ], "bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bks|",1,1,1 ], "barracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bks|",1,1,2 ], "books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bk|",1,1,1 ], "bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bk|",1,1,2 ], "book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blab",1,1,1 ], "to divulge (secrets, etc|) indiscreetly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blab",1,2,1 ], "to chatter thoughtlessly; prattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blab",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for blabber 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blabber",1,1,1 ], "a person who blabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blabber",1,1,2 ], "idle chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blabber",1,2,1 ], "to talk without thinking; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blabbermouth",1,1,1 ], "a person who talks too much or indiscreetly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black and tan",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of stout or porter and ale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black art",1,1,1 ], "another name for black magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bass",1,1,1 ], "any of several predatory North American percoid freshwater game fishes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bass",1,1,1 ], "genus Micropterus: family Centrarchidae (sunfishes, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black bean",1,1,1 ], "an Australian leguminous tree, Castanospermum australe, having thin smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bean",1,1,1 ], "bark and yellow or reddish flowers: used in furniture manufacture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black bear",1,1,1 ], "American black bear| a bear, Euarctos (or Ursus)americanus, inhabiting forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bear",1,1,1 ], "of North America| It is smaller and less ferocious than the brown bear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black bear",1,1,2 ], "Asiatic black bear| a bear, Selenarctos thibetanus, of central and E Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bear",1,1,2 ], "whose coat is black with a pale V-shaped mark on the chest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black beetle",1,1,1 ], "another name for the oriental cockroach (see cockroach)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black belt",1,1,1,1 ], "a black belt worn by an instructor or expert competitor in the dan grades," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black belt",1,1,1,1 ], "usually from first to fifth dan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black belt",1,1,1,2 ], "a person entitled to wear this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black belt",1,1,2 ], "Alabama and Mississippi, in which the population contains a large number of Blacks:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black belt",1,1,2 ], "also noted for its fertile black soil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "black belt",1,1,2 ], "the| a region of the southern U|S| extending from Georgia across central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bile",1,1,1 ], "one of the four bodily humours; melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bindweed",1,1,1 ], "a twining polygonaceous European plant, Polygonum convolvulus, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bindweed",1,1,1 ], "heart-shaped leaves and triangular black seed pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black body",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical body that would be capable of absorbing all the electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black body",1,1,1 ], "radiation falling on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black book",1,1,1 ], "a book containing the names of people to be punished, blacklisted, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black book",1,1,2 ], "in someone's black books| Informal| out of favour with someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bottom",1,1,1 ], "a dance of the late 1920s that originated in America, involving a sinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bottom",1,1,1 ], "rotation of the hips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black box",1,1,1 ], "a self-contained unit in an electronic or computer system whose circuitry need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black box",1,1,1 ], "not be known to understand its function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black box",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for flight recorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bread",1,1,1 ], "a kind of very dark coarse rye bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bryony",1,1,1 ], "a climbing herbaceous Eurasian plant, Tamus communis, having small greenish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black bryony",1,1,1 ], "flowers and poisonous red berries: family Dioscoreaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black diamond",1,1,1 ], "another name for carbonado ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black diamond",1,1,2 ], "a figurative expression for coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black earth",1,1,1 ], "another name for chernozem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black eye",1,1,1 ], "bruising round the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black flag",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Jolly Roger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black fly",1,1,1 ], "any small blackish stout-bodied dipterous fly of the family Simuliidae, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black fly",1,1,1 ], "suck the blood of man, mammals, and birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black frost",1,1,1 ], "a frost without snow or rime that is severe enough to blacken vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black grouse",1,1,1 ], "a large N European grouse, Lyrurus tetrix, the male of which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black grouse",1,1,1 ], "bluish-black plumage and lyre-shaped tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black grouse",1,1,2 ], "a related and similar species, Lyrurus mlokosiewiczi, of W Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black guillemot",1,1,1 ], "a common guillemot, Cepphus grylle: its summer plumage is black with white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black guillemot",1,1,1 ], "wing patches and its winter plumage white with greyish wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black hole",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical region of space resulting from the gravitational collapse of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black hole",1,1,1 ], "star following the exhaustion of its nuclear fuel| The gravitational field around" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black hole",1,1,1 ], "the region would be so high that neither matter nor radiation could escape from it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "black horehound",1,1,1 ], "a hairy unpleasant-smelling chiefly Mediterranean plant, Ballota nigra, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black horehound",1,1,1 ], "clusters of purple flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black ice",1,1,1 ], "a thin transparent layer of new ice on a road or similar surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black knot",1,1,1 ], "a fungal disease of plums and cherries caused by Dibotryon morbosum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black knot",1,1,1 ], "characterized by rough black knotlike swellings on the twigs and branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black lead",1,1,1 ], "another name for graphite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black letter",1,1,1 ], "another name for Gothic ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black light",1,1,1 ], "regions of the spectrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black light",1,1,1 ], "the invisible electromagnetic radiation in the ultraviolet and infrared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black magic",1,1,1 ], "magic used for evil purposes by invoking the power of the devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black mark",1,1,1 ], "an indication of disapproval, failure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black market" ,1, 1, 1],"any system in which goods or currencies are sold and bought illegally, esp| in",1). c_DEF([ "black market" ,1, 1, 1],"violation of controls or rationing",2). c_DEF([ "black market" ,1, 1, 2],"the place where such a system operates",1). c_DEF([ "black market" ,1, 2, 1],"ket",1). c_DEF([ "black market" ,1, 2, 2],"to sell (goods) on the black market",1). c_DEF([ "black mass",1,1,1 ], "a blasphemous travesty of the Christian Mass, performed by practitioners of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black mass",1,1,1 ], "black magic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black measles",1,1,1 ], "a severe form of measles characterized by dark eruptions caused by bleeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black measles",1,1,1 ], "under the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black medick",1,1,1 ], "a small European papilionaceous plant, Medicago lupulina, with trifoliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black medick",1,1,1 ], "leaves, small yellow flowers, and black pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black mould",1,1,1 ], "another name for bread mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black mustard",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian cruciferous plant, Brassica (or Sinapsis)nigra, with clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black mustard",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers and pungent seeds from which the condiment mustard is made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black nightshade",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous solanaceous plant, Solanum nigrum, a common weed in cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black nightshade",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "black nightshade",1,1,1 ], "land, having small white flowers with backward-curved petals and black berry-like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black pepper",1,1,1 ], "a pungent condiment made by grinding the dried unripe berries, together with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black pepper",1,1,1 ], "their black husks, of the pepper plant Piper nigrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black powder",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for gunpowder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black pudding",1,1,1 ], "a kind of black sausage made from minced pork fat, pig's blood, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black pudding",1,1,1 ], "ingredients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black pudding",1,1,2 ], "Usual U|S| name: blood sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black rat",1,1,1 ], "Asia to all countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black rat",1,1,1 ], "a common rat, Rattus rattus: a household pest that has spread from its native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black rot",1,1,1 ], "any of various plant diseases of fruits and vegetables, producing blackening," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black rot",1,1,1 ], "fungi (such as Physalospora malorum)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "black rot",1,1,1 ], "rotting, and shrivelling and caused by bacteria (including Xanthomonas campestris)and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black rust",1,1,1 ], "a stage in any of several diseases of cereals and grasses caused by rust fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black rust",1,1,1 ], "in which black masses of spores appear on the stems or leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black sheep",1,1,1 ], "a person who is regarded as a disgrace or failure by his family or peer group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black spot",1,1,1 ], "a place on a road where accidents frequently occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black spot",1,1,2 ], "any dangerous or difficult place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black spruce",1,1,1 ], "a coniferous tree, Picea mariana, of the northern regions of North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black spruce",1,1,1 ], "growing mostly in cold bogs and having dark green needles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black stump",1,1,1 ], "Austral| an imaginary marker of the extent of civilization (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black stump",1,1,1 ], "beyond the black stump)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black swan",1,1,1 ], "a large Australian swan, Cygnus atratus, that has a black plumage and red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black swan",1,1,1 ], "bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black tea",1,1,1 ], "tea made from fermented tea leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black tie",1,1,1 ], "a black bow tie worn with a dinner jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black tie",1,1,2 ], "denoting an occasion when a dinner jacket should be worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black tracker",1,1,1 ], "an Aboriginal tracker working for the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black treacle",1,1,1 ], "another term for treacle ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black velvet",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of stout and champagne in equal proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black velvet",1,1,2 ], "Aboriginal women collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black vomit",1,1,1 ], "fever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black vomit",1,1,1 ], "vomit containing blood, often a manifestation of disease, such as yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black vomit",1,1,2 ], "yellow fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black walnut" ,1, 1, 1],"a North American walnut tree, Juglans nigra, with hard dark wood and edible",1). c_DEF([ "black walnut" ,1, 1, 1],"oily nuts",2). c_DEF([ "black walnut" ,1, 1, 2],"the valuable wood of this tree, used for cabinet work",1). c_DEF([ "black walnut" ,1, 1, 3],"the nut of this tree",1). c_DEF([ "black whale",1,1,1 ], "another name for pilot whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black widow",1,1,1 ], "an American spider, Latrodectus mactans, the female of which is black with red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black widow",1,1,1 ], "markings, highly venomous, and commonly eats its mate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,1 ], "all or nearly all incident light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,1 ], "of the colour of jet or carbon black, having no hue due to the absorption of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,10 ], "(of the face) purple, as from suffocation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,11 ], "(of goods, jobs, works, etc|) being subject to boycott by trade unionists," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,11 ], "esp| in support of industrial action elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,2 ], "without light; completely dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,3 ], "without hope or alleviation; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,4 ], "very dirty or soiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,5 ], "angry or resentful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,6 ], "(of a play or other work) dealing with the unpleasant realities of life, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,6 ], "in a pessimistic or macabre manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,7 ], "(of coffee or tea) without milk or cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,8 ], "causing, resulting from, or showing great misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,8,1 ], "wicked or harmful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,8,2 ], "black-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,1,9 ], "causing or deserving dishonour or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,1 ], "a black colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,2 ], "a dye or pigment of or producing this colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,3 ], "black clothing, worn esp| as a sign of mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,3,1 ], "a black or dark-coloured piece or square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,3,2 ], "the player playing with such pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,4 ], "complete darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,5 ], "a black ball in snooker, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,6 ], "(in roulette and other gambling games) one of two colours on which players may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,6 ], "place even bets, the other being red" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,7 ], "in the black| in credit or without debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,8 ], "a black ring on a target, between the outer and the blue, scoring three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,2,8 ], "points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,3,1 ], "another word for blacken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,4,1 ], "to polish (shoes, etc|) with blacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,5,1 ], "to bruise so as to make black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,6,1 ], "(of trade unionists) to organize a boycott of (specified goods, jobs, work," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black",1,6,1 ], "etc|), esp| in support of industrial action elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-blue",1,1,1 ], "(of the skin) discoloured, as from a bruise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-blue",1,1,2 ], "feeling pain or soreness, as from a beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-tan terrier",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for Manchester terrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-white",1,1,1,1 ], "a photograph, picture, sketch, etc|, in black, white, and shades of grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-white",1,1,1,1 ], "rather than in colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-white",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-white",1,1,2 ], "the neutral tones of black, white, and intermediate shades of grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-white",1,1,3 ], "in black and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-white",1,1,3,1 ], "in print or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-and-white",1,1,3,2 ], "in extremes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-backed gull",1,1,1 ], "L| marinus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black-backed gull",1,1,1 ], "either of two common black-and-white European coastal gulls, Larus fuscus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-coated",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly)(of a worker) clerical or professional, as distinguished from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-coated",1,1,1 ], "commercial or industrial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black-eyed Susan",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "black-eyed Susan",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American plants of the genus Rudbeckia, esp| R| hirta," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-eyed Susan",1,1,1 ], "having flower heads of orange-yellow rays and brown-black centres: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black-eyed Susan",1,1,2 ], "a tropical African climbing plant, Thunbergia alata, having yellow flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "black-eyed Susan",1,1,2 ], "with purple centres: family Thunbergiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "black-eyed pea",1,1,1 ], "another name for cowpea ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackamoor",1,1,1 ], "a Negro or other person with dark skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackball",1,1,1 ], "a negative vote or veto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackball",1,1,2 ], "a black wooden ball used to indicate disapproval or veto in a vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackball",1,2,1 ], "to vote against in a ballot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackball",1,2,2 ], "to exclude (someone) from a group, profession, etc|; ostracize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the fruit of any of these plants",1). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 1],"(drupelets)",3). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 1],"any of several woody plants of the rosaceous genus Rubus, esp| R| fruticosus,",1). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 1],"that have thorny stems and black or purple glossy edible berry-like fruits",2). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 2],"blackberries",3). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 2],"blackberry lily| an ornamental Chinese iridaceous plant, Belamcanda chinensis,",1). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 1, 2],"that has red-spotted orange flowers and clusters of black seeds that resemble",2). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 2, 1],"rying, ried",1). c_DEF([ "blackberry" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to gather blackberries",1). c_DEF([ "blackbird",1,1,1 ], "a common European thrush, Turdus merula, in which the male has a black plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackbird",1,1,1 ], "and yellow bill and the female is brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackbird",1,1,2 ], "Agelaius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackbird",1,1,2 ], "any of various American orioles having a dark plumage, esp| any of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackbird",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a person, esp| a South Sea islander, who was kidnapped and sold as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackbird",1,1,3 ], "a slave, esp| in Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackbird",1,2,1 ], "(formerly) to kidnap and sell into slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackboard",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of slate, wood, or any of various other materials, used for writing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackboard",1,1,1 ], "drawing on with chalk, esp| in teaching and esp| in a more or less upright position so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackboard",1,1,1 ], "that all students in a class can see it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blackboy",1,1,1 ], "another name for grass tree ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackbuck",1,1,1 ], "an Indian antelope, Antilope cervicapra, the male of which has spiral horns, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackbuck",1,1,1 ], "dark back, and a white belly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackbutt",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian eucalyptus trees having rough fibrous bark and hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackbutt",1,1,1 ], "wood used as timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackcap",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-grey Old World warbler, Sylvia atricapilla, the male of which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackcap",1,1,1 ], "black crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackcap",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar birds, such as the black-capped chickadee (Parus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackcap",1,1,2 ], "atricapillus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackcap",1,1,3 ], "a popular name for raspberry ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackcap",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) the cap worn by a judge when passing a death sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackcock",1,1,1 ], "the male of the black grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackcurrant",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate shrub, Ribes nigrum, having red or white flowers and small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackcurrant",1,1,1 ], "edible black berries: family Grossulariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackcurrant",1,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of this shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackcurrant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackdamp",1,1,1 ], "air that is low in oxygen content and high in carbon dioxide as a result of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackdamp",1,1,1 ], "explosion in a mine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blacken",1,1,1 ], "to make or become black or dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blacken",1,2,1 ], "to defame; slander (esp| in the phrase blacken someone's name)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackface",1,1,1,1 ], "a performer made up to imitate a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackface",1,1,1,2 ], "the make-up used by such a performer, usually consisting of burnt cork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackface",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for Gothic ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackfellow",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for Aborigine ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackfish",1,1,1 ], "a minnow-like Alaskan freshwater fish, Dallia pectoralis, related to the pikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackfish",1,1,1 ], "and thought to be able to survive prolonged freezing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackfish",1,1,2 ], "a female salmon that has recently spawned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackfish",1,1,3 ], "any of various other dark fishes, such as the tautog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackfish",1,1,4 ], "another name for pilot whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackfly",1,1,1 ], "a black aphid, Aphis fabae, that infests beans, sugar beet, and other plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackguard",1,1,1,1 ], "an unprincipled contemptible person; scoundrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackguard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackguard",1,2,1 ], "to ridicule or denounce with abusive language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackguard",1,3,1 ], "to behave like a blackguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackhead",1,1,1 ], "a black-tipped plug of fatty matter clogging a pore of the skin, esp| the duct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackhead",1,1,1 ], "of a sebaceous gland| Technical name: comedo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackhead",1,1,2 ], "an infectious and often fatal disease of turkeys and some other fowl caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackhead",1,1,2 ], "parasitic protozoa| Technical name: infectious enterohepatitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackhead",1,1,3 ], "any of various birds, esp| gulls or ducks, with black plumage on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackheart",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal darkening of the woody stems of some plants, thought to be caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackheart",1,1,1 ], "by extreme cold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackheart",1,1,2 ], "any of various diseases of plants, such as the potato, in which the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackheart",1,1,2 ], "tissues are blackened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackheart",1,1,3 ], "a variety of cherry that has large sweet fruit with purplish flesh and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackheart",1,1,3 ], "almost black skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blacking",1,1,1 ], "any preparation, esp| one containing lampblack, for giving a black finish to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blacking",1,1,1 ], "shoes, metals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",1,1,1 ], "a truncheon of leather-covered lead with a flexible shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",1,2,1 ], "to hit with or as if with a blackjack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",1,3,1 ], "to compel (a person) by threats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",2,1,1 ], "pontoon or any of various similar card games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",2,1,2 ], "the ace of spades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",3,1,1 ], "a dark iron-rich variety of the mineral sphalerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",4,1,1 ], "a small oak tree, Quercus marilandica, of the southeastern U|S|, with blackish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",4,1,1 ], "bark and fan-shaped leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackjack",5,1,1 ], "a tarred leather tankard or jug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a person who acts against the interests of a trade union, as by continuing to",1). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"work during a strike or taking over a striker's job",2). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 1],"Also called (esp| U|S|): scab| Brit",1). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a fungal disease of cabbages and related plants caused by Phoma lingam,",1). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"characterized by blackening and decay of the lower stems",2). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a similar disease of potatoes, caused by bacteria",1). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 2],"an acute infectious disease of cattle, sheep, and pigs, characterized by",1). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 2],"gas-filled swellings, esp| on the legs, caused by Clostridium bacteria",2). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 1, 3],"a person who cheats in gambling, esp| at cards or in racing",1). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 2, 1],"strike",2). c_DEF([ "blackleg" ,1, 2, 1],"to act against the interests of a trade union, esp| by refusing to join a",1). c_DEF([ "blacklist",1,1,1 ], "a list of persons or organizations under suspicion, or considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blacklist",1,1,1 ], "untrustworthy, disloyal, etc|, esp| one compiled by a government or an organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blacklist",1,2,1 ], "to put on a blacklist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,1,1 ], "disclose discreditable information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,1,1 ], "the act of attempting to obtain money by intimidation, as by threats to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,1,2 ], "someone's actions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,1,2 ], "the exertion of pressure or threats, esp| unfairly, in an attempt to influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,2,1 ], "threats or intimidation; extort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,2,1 ], "to exact or attempt to exact (money or anything of value) from (a person) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,2,2 ], "threats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackmail",1,2,2 ], "to attempt to influence the actions of (a person), esp| by unfair pressure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 1],"an enemy attack from the air",2). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 1],"the extinguishing or hiding of all artificial light, esp| in a city visible to",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 2],"a momentary loss of consciousness, vision, or memory",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 3],"a temporary electrical power failure or cut",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 4],"a temporary loss of sensitivity in a valve following a short strong pulse",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 5],"a temporary loss of radio communications between a spacecraft and earth, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 5],"on re-entry into the earth's atmosphere",2). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 6],"political reasons",2). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 1, 6],"the suspension of radio or television broadcasting, as by a strike or for",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 2, 1],"to obliterate or extinguish (lights)",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 3, 1],"to create a blackout in (a city etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 4, 1],"to lose vision, consciousness, or memory temporarily",1). c_DEF([ "blackout" ,1, 5, 1],"to stop (news, a television programme) from being released or broadcast",1). c_DEF([ "blackpoll",1,1,1 ], "a North American warbler, Dendroica striata, the male of which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackpoll",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blacksmith",1,1,1 ], "an artisan who works iron with a furnace, anvil, hammer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blacksnake",1,1,1 ], "any of several Old World black venomous elapid snakes, esp| Pseudechis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blacksnake",1,1,1 ], "porphyriacus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blacksnake",1,1,2 ], "any of various dark nonvenomous snakes, such as Coluber constrictor (black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blacksnake",1,1,2 ], "racer)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blacksnake",1,1,3 ], "U|S| a long heavy pliant whip of braided leather or rawhide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackstrap molasses",1,1,1 ], "from the raw material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackstrap molasses",1,1,1 ], "the molasses remaining after the maximum quantity of sugar has been extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blacktail",1,1,1 ], "a variety of mule deer having a black tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackthorn",1,1,1 ], "a thorny Eurasian rosaceous shrub, Prunus spinosa, with black twigs, white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackthorn",1,1,1 ], "flowers, and small sour plumlike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blacktop",1,1,1 ], "a bituminous mixture used for paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackwater fever",1,1,1 ], "a rare and serious complication of chronic malaria caused by Plasmodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackwater fever",1,1,1 ], "blackish urine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blackwater fever",1,1,1 ], "falciparum, characterized by massive destruction of red blood cells, producing dark red or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blackwood",1,1,1 ], "a tall Australian acacia tree, A| melanoxylon, having small clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blackwood",1,1,1 ], "flowers and curved pods and yielding highly valued black timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladder campion",1,1,1 ], "a European caryophyllaceous plant, Silene vulgaris, having white flowers with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder campion",1,1,1 ], "an inflated calyx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladder ketmia",1,1,1 ], "another name for flower-of-an-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder senna",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian papilionaceous plant, Colutea arborescens, with yellow and red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder senna",1,1,1 ], "flowers and membranous inflated pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladder worm",1,1,1 ], "an encysted saclike larva of the tapeworm| The main types are cysticercus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder worm",1,1,1 ], "hydatid and coenurus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladder",1,1,1 ], "a distensible membranous sac, usually containing liquid or gas, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder",1,1,1 ], "urinary bladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladder",1,1,2 ], "an inflatable part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder",1,1,3 ], "a blister, cyst, vesicle, etc|, usually filled with fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder",1,1,4 ], "a hollow vesicular or saclike part or organ in certain plants, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladder",1,1,4 ], "bladderwrack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladdernose",1,1,1 ], "another name for hooded seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladdernut",1,1,1 ], "Europe, that has bladder-like seed pods: family Staphyleaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladdernut",1,1,1 ], "any temperate shrub or small tree of the genus Staphylea, esp| S| pinnata of S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladdernut",1,1,2 ], "the pod of any such tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladderwort",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic plant of the genus Utricularia, some of whose leaves are modified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladderwort",1,1,1 ], "as small bladders to trap minute aquatic animals: family Lentibulariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bladderwrack",1,1,1 ], "any of several seaweeds of the genera Fucus and Ascophyllum, esp| F|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bladderwrack",1,1,1 ], "fronds with air bladders" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bladderwrack",1,1,1 ], "vesiculosus, that grow in the intertidal regions of rocky shores and have branched brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blade grader",1,1,1 ], "another name for grader ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,1 ], "the part of a sharp weapon, tool, etc|, that forms the cutting edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,10 ], "a dashing or swaggering young man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,11 ], "short for shoulder blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,12 ], "a poetic word for a sword or swordsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,2 ], "hand shears used for shearing sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,3 ], "the thin flattish part of various tools, implements, etc|, as of a propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,4 ], "the flattened expanded part of a leaf, sepal, or petal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,5 ], "the long narrow leaf of a grass or related plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,6 ], "the striking surface of a bat, club, stick, or oar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,7 ], "the metal runner on an ice skate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,8 ], "a long thin flake of flint, possibly used as a tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blade",1,1,9 ], "the upper part of the tongue lying directly behind the tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaeberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for whortleberry 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blague",1,1,1 ], "pretentious but empty talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blah",1,1,1 ], "worthless or silly talk; claptrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blah",1,2,1 ], "uninteresting; insipid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blah",1,3,1 ], "to talk nonsense or boringly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blain",1,1,1 ], "a blister, blotch, or sore on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blame",1,1,1 ], "responsibility for something that is wrong or deserving censure; culpability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blame",1,1,2 ], "an expression of condemnation; reproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blame",1,1,3 ], "be to blame| to be at fault or culpable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blame",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by for) to attribute responsibility to; accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blame",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by on) to ascribe responsibility for (something) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blame",1,2,3 ], "to find fault with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blamed",1,2,1 ], "a euphemistic word for damned 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blameful",1,1,1 ], "deserving blame; guilty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blameless",1,1,1 ], "free from blame; innocent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blameworthy",1,1,1 ], "deserving disapproval or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanc fixe",1,1,1 ], "another name for barium sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,1 ], "to remove colour from; whiten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become pale, as with sickness or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,3 ], "to plunge tomatoes, nuts, etc|, into boiling water to loosen the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,4 ], "bitter or salty taste" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,4 ], "in water in order to whiten, preserve the natural colour, or reduce or remove a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,4 ], "to plunge (meat, green vegetables, etc|) in boiling water or bring to the boil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,5 ], "of sunlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,5 ], "to cause (celery, chicory, etc|) to grow free of chlorophyll by the exclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,6 ], "tin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,1,6 ], "to whiten (a metal), usually by treating it with an acid or by coating it with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanch",1,2,1 ], "to attempt to conceal something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blancmange",1,1,1 ], "a jelly-like dessert, stiffened usually with cornflour and set in a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bland",1,1,1 ], "devoid of any distinctive or stimulating characteristics; uninteresting; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bland",1,1,2 ], "gentle and agreeable; suave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bland",1,1,3 ], "(of the weather) mild and soothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bland",1,1,4 ], "unemotional or unmoved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blandish",1,1,1 ], "to seek to persuade or influence by mild flattery coax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blandishments",1,1,1 ], "flattery intended to coax or cajole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank cartridge",1,1,1 ], "a gun cartridge containing powder but no bullet: used in battle practice or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank cartridge",1,1,1 ], "a signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blank cheque",1,1,1 ], "a cheque that has been signed but on which the amount payable has not been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank cheque",1,1,1 ], "specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blank cheque",1,1,2 ], "complete freedom of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank endorsement",1,1,1 ], "an endorsement on a bill of exchange, cheque, etc|, naming no payee and thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank endorsement",1,1,1 ], "making the endorsed sum payable to the bearer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blank verse",1,1,1 ], "unrhymed verse, esp| in iambic pentameters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,1 ], "(of a writing surface) bearing no marks; not written on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,2 ], "(of a form, etc|) with spaces left for details to be filled in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,3 ], "without ornament or break; unrelieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,4 ], "not filled in; empty; void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,5 ], "exhibiting no interest or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,6 ], "lacking understanding; confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,7 ], "absolute; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,8 ], "devoid of ideas or inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,1,9 ], "unproductive; barren" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,1 ], "an emptiness; void; blank space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,10 ], "draw a blank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,10,1 ], "to choose a lottery ticket that fails to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,10,2 ], "Informal| to get no results from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,2 ], "an empty space for writing in, as on a printed form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,3 ], "a printed form containing such empty spaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,4 ], "something characterized by incomprehension or mental confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,5 ], "a mark, often a dash, in place of a word, esp| a taboo word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,6 ], "short for blank cartridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,7 ], "a plate or plug used to seal an aperture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,8 ], "a piece of material prepared for stamping, punching, forging, or some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,8 ], "operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,2,9 ], "the white spot in the centre of a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,3,1 ], "(usually foll| by out) to cross out, blot, or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,3,2 ], "forging, die-stamping, or drawing operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,3,2 ], "to forge, stamp, punch, or cut (a piece of material) in preparation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,3,3 ], "(often foll| by off) to seal (an aperture) with a plate or plug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blank",1,3,4 ], "to prevent (an opponent) from scoring in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket stitch",1,1,1 ], "a strong reinforcing stitch for the edges of blankets and other thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket stitch",1,1,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,1 ], "a large piece of thick cloth for use as a bed covering, animal covering, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,1 ], "enabling a person or animal to retain much of his natural body heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,2 ], "a concealing cover or layer, as of smoke, leaves, or snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,3 ], "a rubber or plastic sheet wrapped round a cylinder, used in offset printing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,3 ], "transfer the image from the plate, stone, or forme to the paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,4 ], "a layer of a fertile radioactive substance placed round the core of a nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,4 ], "reactor as a reflector and often to breed new fissionable fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,5 ], "applying to or covering a wide group or variety of people, conditions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,1,5 ], "situations, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,2,1 ], "to cover with or as if with a blanket; overlie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by out) to obscure or suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,2,3 ], "close to windward of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blanket",1,2,3 ], "to prevent wind from reaching the sails of (another sailing vessel) by passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blankety",1,2,1 ], "a euphemism for any taboo word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blanquette de veau",1,1,1 ], "a ragout or stew of veal in a white sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blare",1,1,1 ], "to sound loudly and harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blare",1,1,2 ], "to proclaim loudly and sensationally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blare",1,2,1 ], "a loud and usually harsh or grating noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blarney",1,1,1 ], "flattering talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blarney",1,2,1 ], "to cajole with flattery; wheedle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blas",1,1,1 ], "indifferent to something because of familiarity or surfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blas",1,1,2 ], "lacking enthusiasm; bored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaspheme",1,1,1 ], "esp| in speech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blaspheme",1,1,1 ], "to show contempt or disrespect for (God, a divine being, or sacred things)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaspheme",1,2,1 ], "to utter profanities, curses, or impious expressions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blasphemous",1,1,1 ], "being, or something sacred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blasphemous",1,1,1 ], "expressing or involving impiousness or gross irreverence towards God, a divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blasphemy",1,1,1 ], "blasphemous behaviour or language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast furnace",1,1,1 ], "The ore, scrap, solid fuel, and slag-forming materials are fed through the top and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blast furnace",1,1,1 ], "a blast of preheated air is forced through the charge from the bottom| Metal and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blast furnace",1,1,1 ], "a vertical cylindrical furnace for smelting iron, copper, lead, and tin ores|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast furnace",1,1,1 ], "slag are run off from the base" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,1 ], "an explosion, as of dynamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,2 ], "the rapid movement of air resulting from an explosion; shock wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,3 ], "the charge of explosive used in a single explosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,4 ], "a sudden strong gust of wind or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,5 ], "a sudden loud sound, as of a trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,6 ], "a violent verbal outburst, as of criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,7 ], "a forcible jet or stream of air, esp| one used to intensify the heating effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,7 ], "coalface" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,7 ], "of a furnace, increase the draught in a steam engine, or break up coal at a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,8 ], "any of several diseases of plants and animals, esp| one producing withering in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,8 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,1,9 ], "(at) full blast| at maximum speed, volume etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of annoyance (esp| in phrases such as blast it! blast him!)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,3,1 ], "to destroy or blow up with explosives, shells, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,3,2 ], "to make or cause to make a loud harsh noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,4,1 ], "to remove, open, etc|, by an explosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,5,1 ], "to ruin; shatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,5,2 ], "to wither or cause to wither; blight or be blighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,5,3 ], "to criticize severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blast",1,5,4 ], "to shoot or shoot at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blasted",1,1,1 ], "blighted or withered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blasted",1,3,1 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastema",1,1,1 ], "a mass of undifferentiated animal cells that will develop into an organ or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastema",1,1,1 ], "tissue: present at the site of regeneration of a lost part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blasting",1,1,1 ], "a distortion of sound caused by overloading certain components of a radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blasting",1,1,1 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blasto-",1,1,1 ], "(in biology) indicating an embryo or bud or the process of budding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastocoel",1,1,1 ], "the cavity within a blastula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastocyst",1,1,1 ], "mass of cells and a fluid-filled cavity (blastocoel)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blastocyst",1,1,1 ], "the blastula of mammals: a sphere of cells (trophoblast) enclosing an inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastocyst",1,1,2 ], "another name for germinal vesicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastoderm",1,1,1 ], "a flat disc of cells formed after cleavage in a heavily yolked egg, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastoderm",1,1,1 ], "bird's egg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blastoderm",1,1,2 ], "a layer of cells on the inside of the blastula surrounding the blastocoel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastoff" ,1, 1, 1],"the launching of a rocket under its own power",1). c_DEF([ "blastoff" ,1, 1, 2],"the time at which this occurs",1). c_DEF([ "blastoff" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "blastoff" ,1, 2, 2],"(of a rocket, spacemen, etc|) to be launched",1). c_DEF([ "blastogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the theory that inherited characteristics are transmitted only by germ plasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastogenesis",1,1,2 ], "asexual reproduction, esp| budding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastomere",1,1,1 ], "any of the cells formed by cleavage of a fertilized egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastopore",1,1,1 ], "some animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blastopore",1,1,1 ], "the opening of the archenteron in the gastrula that develops into the anus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastosphere",1,1,1 ], "another name for blastula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastosphere",1,1,2 ], "another name for blastocyst ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastula",1,1,1 ], "an early form of an animal embryo that develops from a morula, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blastula",1,1,1 ], "sphere of cells with a central cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blat",1,2,1 ], "to cry out or bleat like a sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blat",1,3,1 ], "to utter indiscreetly in a loud voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blatant",1,1,1 ], "glaringly conspicuous or obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blatant",1,1,2 ], "offensively noisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blatant",1,1,3 ], "(of animals) bleating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blather",1,1,1 ], "to speak foolishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blather",1,2,1 ], "foolish talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blatherskite",1,1,1 ], "a talkative silly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blatherskite",1,1,2 ], "foolish talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaubok",1,1,1 ], "a large blue-haired antelope, Hippotragus leucophaeus, of southern Africa:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaubok",1,1,1 ], "extinct since 1800" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,1,1 ], "a strong fire or flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,1,2 ], "a very bright light or glare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,1,3 ], "an outburst (of passion, acclaim, patriotism, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,1,4 ], "brilliance; brightness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,2,1 ], "to burn fiercely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,2,2 ], "to shine brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by up) to become stirred, as with anger or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",1,2,4 ], "(usually foll| by away) to shoot continuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",2,1,1 ], "a mark, usually indicating a path, made on a tree, esp| by chipping off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",2,1,1 ], "bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",2,1,2 ], "a light-coloured marking on the face of a domestic animal, esp| a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",2,2,1 ], "to indicate or mark (a tree, path, etc|) with a blaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",2,2,2 ], "blaze a trail| to explore new territories, areas of knowledge, etc|, in such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",2,2,2 ], "way that others can follow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blaze",3,1,1 ], "to make widely known proclaim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazer",1,1,1 ], "a fairly lightweight jacket, often striped or in the colours of a sports club," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazer",1,1,1 ], "school, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blazes",1,1,1 ], "a euphemistic word for hell (esp| in the phrase go to blazes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazes",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazing star",1,1,1 ], "a North American plant, Chamaelirium luteum, with a long spike of small white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazing star",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blazing star",1,1,2 ], "any North American plant of the related genus Liatris, having clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazing star",1,1,2 ], "small red or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blazon",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by abroad) to proclaim loudly and publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazon",1,1,2 ], "to describe (heraldic arms) in proper terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazon",1,1,3 ], "to draw and colour (heraldic arms) conventionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazon",1,2,1 ], "a conventional description or depiction of heraldic arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazon",1,2,2 ], "any description or recording, esp| of good qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazonry",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of describing heraldic arms in proper form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazonry",1,1,2 ], "heraldic arms collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blazonry",1,1,3 ], "colourful or ostentatious display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bldg|",1,1,1 ], "building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleach",1,1,1 ], "action of chemical agents, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleach",1,1,1 ], "to make or become white or colourless, as by exposure to sunlight, by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleach",1,2,1 ], "a bleaching agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleach",1,2,2 ], "the degree of whiteness resulting from bleaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleach",1,2,3 ], "the act of bleaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleachers",1,1,1 ], "a tier of seats in a sports stadium, etc|, that are unroofed and inexpensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleachers",1,1,2 ], "the people occupying such seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleaching powder",1,1,1 ], "a white powder with the odour of chlorine, consisting of chlorinated calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleaching powder",1,1,1 ], "bleaching agent and disinfectant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bleaching powder",1,1,1 ], "hydroxide with an approximate formula CaCl(OCl)|4H2O| It is used in solution as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleak",1,1,1 ], "exposed and barren; desolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleak",1,1,2 ], "cold and raw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleak",1,1,3 ], "offering little hope or excitement; dismal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleak",2,1,1 ], "any slender silvery European cyprinid fish of the genus Alburnus, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleak",2,1,1 ], "lucidus, occurring in slow-flowing rivers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blear",1,1,1 ], "to make (eyes or sight) dim with or as if with tears; blur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blear",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for bleary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleary",1,1,1 ], "blearier, bleariest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleary",1,1,2 ], "(of eyes or vision) dimmed or blurred, as by tears or tiredness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleary",1,1,3 ], "indistinct or unclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleary",1,1,4 ], "exhausted; tired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleary-eyed",1,1,1 ], "with eyes blurred, as with old age or after waking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleary-eyed",1,1,2 ], "physically or mentally unperceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleat",1,1,1 ], "(of a sheep, goat, or calf) to utter its characteristic plaintive cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleat",1,2,1 ], "to speak with any similar sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleat",1,2,2 ], "to whine; whimper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleat",1,3,1 ], "the characteristic cry of sheep, goats, and young calves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleat",1,3,2 ], "any sound similar to this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleat",1,3,3 ], "a weak complaint or whine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleb",1,1,1 ], "a fluid-filled blister on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleb",1,1,2 ], "a small air bubble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed valve",1,1,1 ], "a valve for running off a liquid from a tank, tube, etc|, or for allowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed valve",1,1,1 ], "accumulations of gas in a liquid to blow off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,1,1 ], "to lose or emit blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,2,1 ], "to remove or draw blood from (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,3,1 ], "to be injured or die, as for a cause or one's country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,3,2 ], "(of plants) to exude (sap or resin), esp| from a cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,4,1 ], "to obtain relatively large amounts of money, goods, etc|, esp| by extortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,5,1 ], "to draw liquid or gas from (a container or enclosed system)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,6,1 ], "(of dye or paint) to run or become mixed, as when wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,6,2 ], "page" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,6,2 ], "to print or be printed so that text, illustrations, etc|, run off the trimmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,7,1 ], "printed matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,7,1 ], "to trim (the edges of a printed sheet) so closely as to cut off some of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,7,2 ], "ironically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,7,2 ], "one's heart bleeds| used to express sympathetic grief, but often used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,8,1,1 ], "an illustration or sheet trimmed so that some matter is bled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,8,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleed",1,8,2 ], "the trimmings of a sheet that has been bled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleeder resistor",1,1,1 ], "a resistor connected across the output terminals of a power supply in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleeder resistor",1,1,1 ], "improve voltage regulation and to discharge filter capacitors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleeder",1,1,1 ], "a despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleeder",1,1,1,2 ], "any person; fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleeder",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical name for a haemophiliac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleeder's disease",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for haemophilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleeding heart",1,1,1 ], "Japanese species D| spectabilis, which has finely divided leaves and heart-shaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleeding heart",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Dicentra, esp| the widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleeding heart",1,1,1 ], "nodding pink flowers: family Fumariaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bleeding" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "bleeding" ,1, 2, 2],"it's bleeding beautiful",1). c_DEF([ "bleeding" ,1, 2, 3],"a bleeding fool",1). c_DEF([ "bleep",1,1,1 ], "a single short high-pitched signal made by an electronic apparatus; beep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleep",1,1,2 ], "a small portable radio receiver, worn esp| by doctors, that sounds a coded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleep",1,1,2 ], "bleeping signal to call the wearer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bleep",1,2,1 ], "to make such a noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bleep",1,3,1 ], "to call (someone) by triggering the bleep he is wearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blemish",1,1,1 ], "a defect; flaw; stain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blemish",1,2,1 ], "to flaw the perfection of; spoil; tarnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blench",1,1,1 ], "to shy away, as in fear quail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blench",2,1,1 ], "to make or become pale or white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,1,1 ], "to mix or mingle (components) together thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,2,1 ], "produce a particular flavour, consistency, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,2,1 ], "to mix (different grades or varieties of tea, whisky, tobacco, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,3,1 ], "to look good together; harmonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,4,1 ], "(esp| of colours) to shade imperceptibly into each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,5,1 ], "a mixture or type produced by blending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,5,2 ], "the act of blending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,5,3 ], "a word formed by joining together the beginning and the end of two other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blend",1,5,3 ], "words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blende",1,1,1 ], "another name for sphalerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blende",1,1,2 ], "any of several sulphide ores, such as antimony sulphide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blender",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that blends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blender",1,1,2 ], "a kitchen appliance with blades used for pureeing vegetables, blending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blender",1,1,2 ], "liquids, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blennioid",1,1,1 ], "The group includes the blennies, butterfish, and gunnel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blennioid",1,1,1 ], "mainly marine spiny-finned fishes having an elongated body with reduced pelvic fins|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blennioid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Blennioidea, a large suborder of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blennioid",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the Blennioidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blenny",1,1,1 ], "any blennioid fish of the family Blenniidae of coastal waters, esp| of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blenny",1,1,1 ], "genus Blennius, having a tapering scaleless body, a long dorsal fin, and long raylike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blenny",1,1,1 ], "pelvic fins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blenny",1,1,2 ], "any of various related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blent",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of blend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blepharitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the eyelids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blesbok",1,1,1 ], "a deep reddish-brown with a white blaze between the eyes; the horns are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blesbok",1,1,1 ], "an antelope, Damaliscus dorcas (or albifrons), of southern Africa| The coat is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blesbok",1,1,1 ], "lyre-shaped| d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 10],"God) bless my soul! an exclamation of surprise",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 11],"not have a penny to bless oneself with",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 12],"to be desperately poor",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 1],"(tr|) to consecrate or render holy, beneficial, or prosperous by means of a",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 1],"religious rite",2). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 2],"to give honour or glory to (a person or thing) as divine or holy",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 3],"to call upon God to protect; give a benediction to",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 4],"to worship or adore (God); call or hold holy",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 5],"to grant happiness, health, or prosperity to",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 6],"to endow with a talent, beauty, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 7],"to protect against evil or harm",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"a traditional phrase said to a person who has just sneezed or coughed",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"an exclamation of well-wishing or surprise",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 8],"bless you!",1). c_DEF([ "bless" ,1, 1, 9],"bless meor",1). c_DEF([ "blessed",1,1,1 ], "made holy by religious ceremony; consecrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessed",1,1,2 ], "worthy of deep reverence or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessed",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) beatified by the pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessed",1,1,4 ], "characterized by happiness or good fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessed",1,1,5 ], "bringing great happiness or good fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessed",1,1,6 ], "a euphemistic word for damned, used in mild oaths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessed",1,2,1 ], "the blessed| Christianity| the dead who are already enjoying heavenly bliss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessing",1,1,1 ], "the act of invoking divine protection or aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessing",1,1,2 ], "the words or ceremony used for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessing",1,1,3 ], "a short prayer of thanksgiving before or after a meal; grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessing",1,1,4 ], "approval; good wishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessing",1,1,5 ], "the bestowal of a divine gift or favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blessing",1,1,6 ], "a happy event or state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blest",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of bless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blet",1,1,1 ], "a state of softness or decay in certain fruits, such as the medlar, brought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blet",1,1,1 ], "about by overripening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blether",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of blather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blew",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blewits",1,1,1 ], "an edible saprophytic agaricaceous fungus, Tricholoma saevum, having a pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blewits",1,1,1 ], "brown cap and bluish stalk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,1,1 ], "any plant disease characterized by withering and shrivelling without rotting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,1,2 ], "any factor, such as bacterial attack or air pollution, that causes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,1,2 ], "symptoms of blight in plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that mars or prevents growth, improvement, or prosperity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,1,4 ], "an ugly urban district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,1,5 ], "the state or condition of being blighted or spoilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,2,1 ], "to cause or suffer a blight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,3,1 ], "to frustrate or disappoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blight",1,4,1 ], "to spoil; destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blighter",1,1,1 ], "a fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blighter",1,1,2 ], "a despicable or irritating person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blimey",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blimp",1,1,1 ], "a small nonrigid airship, esp| one used for observation or as a barrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blimp",1,1,1 ], "balloon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blimp",1,1,2 ], "a soundproof cover fixed over a camera during shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blimp",2,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a military officer, who is stupidly complacent and reactionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind alley",1,1,1 ], "an alley open at one end only; cul-de-sac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind alley",1,1,2 ], "a situation in which no further progress can be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind date",1,1,1 ], "a social meeting between a man and a woman who have not met before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind date",1,1,2 ], "either of the persons involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind gut",1,1,1 ], "another name for the caecum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind man's buff",1,1,1 ], "a game in which a blindfolded person tries to catch and identify the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind man's buff",1,1,1 ], "players" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind snake",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing snake of the family Typhlopidae and related families of warm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind snake",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions, having very small or vestigial eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind spot",1,1,1 ], "a small oval-shaped area of the retina in which vision is not experienced| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind spot",1,1,1 ], "marks the nonphotosensitive site of entrance into the eyeball of the optic nerve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind spot",1,1,2 ], "a place or area, as in an auditorium or part of a road, where vision is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind spot",1,1,2 ], "completely or partially obscured or hearing is difficult or impossible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind spot",1,1,3 ], "a subject about which a person is ignorant or prejudiced, or an occupation in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind spot",1,1,3 ], "which he is inefficient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind spot",1,1,4 ], "a location within the normal range of a radio transmitter with weak reception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind staggers",1,1,1 ], "another name for staggers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind stamping",1,1,1 ], "an impression on a book cover without using colour or gold leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,1,1 ], "unable to see; sightless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,1,2 ], "the blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,10 ], "having no openings or outlets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,11 ], "without having been seen beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,12 ], "(of cultivated plants) having failed to produce flowers or fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,13 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,14 ], "turn a blind eye to disregard or pretend not to notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,15 ], "(something, esp| a command with which one disagrees or an action of which one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,15 ], "disapproves)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by to) unable or unwilling to understand or discern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,3 ], "not based on evidence or determined by reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,4 ], "acting or performed without control or preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,5 ], "done without being able to see, relying on instruments for information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,6 ], "hidden from sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,7 ], "closed at one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,8 ], "completely lacking awareness or consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,1,9 ], "very drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,2,1 ], "without being able to see ahead or using only instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,2,2 ], "without adequate knowledge or information; carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,2,3 ], "(intensifier)(in the phrase blind drunk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,2,4 ], "bake blind| to bake (the empty crust of a pie, pastry, etc|) by half filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,2,4 ], "with dried peas, crusts of bread, etc|, to keep it in shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,3,1 ], "to deprive of sight permanently or temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,3,2 ], "to deprive of good sense, reason, or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,3,3 ], "to darken; conceal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,3,4 ], "(foll| by with) to overwhelm by showing detailed knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,4,1 ], "to drive very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,2 ], "for or intended to help the blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,3 ], "a shade for a window, usually on a roller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,4 ], "any obstruction or hindrance to sight, light, or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,5 ], "a person, action, or thing that serves to deceive or conceal the truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,6 ], "a person who acts on behalf of someone who does not wish his identity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,6 ], "actions to be known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,7 ], "a drunken orgy; binge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,8 ], "a stake put up by a player before he examines his cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,9 ], "Brit| name: hide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blind",1,5,9 ], "a screen of brush or undergrowth, in which hunters hide to shoot their quarry|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindage",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a protective screen or structure, as over a trench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinders",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for blinkers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various small fishes, esp| the cavefish, that have rudimentary or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfish",1,1,1 ], "functionless eyes and occur in subterranean streams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blindfold",1,1,1 ], "to prevent (a person or animal) from seeing by covering (the eyes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfold",1,1,2 ], "to prevent from perceiving or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfold",1,2,1 ], "a piece of cloth, bandage, etc|, used to cover the eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfold",1,2,2 ], "any interference to sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfold",1,4,1 ], "having the eyes covered with a cloth or bandage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfold",1,4,2 ], "not seeing the board and pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindfold",1,4,3 ], "rash; inconsiderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinding",1,1,1 ], "sand or grit spread over a road surface to fill up cracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinding",1,1,2 ], "the process of laying blinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinding",1,1,3 ], "a layer of concrete spread over soft ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindstorey",1,1,1 ], "a storey without windows, such as a gallery in a Gothic church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blindworm",1,1,1 ], "another name for slowworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blini",1,1,1 ], "a kind of Russian pancake of buckwheat flour and yeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,1,1 ], "to close and immediately reopen (the eyes or an eye), usually involuntarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,2,1 ], "to look with the eyes partially closed, as in strong sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,2,2 ], "to shine intermittently, as in signalling, or unsteadily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,3,1 ], "to clear the eyes of (dust, tears, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,3,2 ], "(when tr|, usually foll| by at) to be surprised or amazed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,3,3 ], "(when intr|, foll| by at) to pretend not to know or see (a fault, injustice," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,3,3 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of blinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,4,2 ], "a glance; glimpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,4,3 ], "short for iceblink ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blink",1,4,4 ], "on the blink| Slang| not working properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinker",1,1,1 ], "a flashing light for sending messages, as a warning device, etc|, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinker",1,1,1 ], "direction indicator on a road vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blinker",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinkers",1,1,1 ], "Usual U|S| word: blinders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blinkers",1,1,1 ], "leather sidepieces attached to a horse's bridle to prevent sideways vision|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinkers",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for goggles ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinking" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "blinks",1,1,1 ], "a small temperate portulacaceous plant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blinks",1,1,2 ], "Montia fontana with small white flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blintz",1,1,1 ], "a thin pancake folded over a filling usually of apple, cream cheese, or meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blip" ,1, 1, 1],"a repetitive sound, such as that produced by an electronic device, by dripping",1). c_DEF([ "blip" ,1, 1, 1],"water, etc",2). c_DEF([ "blip" ,1, 1, 2],"position of an object",2). c_DEF([ "blip" ,1, 1, 2],"the spot of light or a sharply peaked pulse on a radar screen indicating the",1). c_DEF([ "blip" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to produce such a noise",1). c_DEF([ "bliss",1,1,1 ], "perfect happiness; serene joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bliss",1,1,2 ], "the ecstatic joy of heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blissful",1,1,1 ], "serenely joyful or glad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blissful",1,1,2 ], "blissful ignorance| unawareness or inexperience of something unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister beetle",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the family Meloidae, many of which produce a secretion that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister beetle",1,1,1 ], "blisters the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blister copper",1,1,1 ], "an impure form of copper having a blister-like surface due to the release of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister copper",1,1,1 ], "gas during cooling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blister rust",1,1,1 ], "a disease of certain pines caused by rust fungi of the genus Cronartium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister rust",1,1,1 ], "causing swellings on the bark from which orange masses of spores are released" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,1,1 ], "a small bubble-like elevation of the skin filled with serum, produced as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,1,1 ], "reaction to a burn, mechanical irritation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,1,2 ], "a swelling containing air or liquid, as on a painted surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,1,3 ], "a transparent dome or any bulge on the fuselage of an aircraft, such as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,1,3 ], "used for observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,1,4 ], "an irritating person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,2,1 ], "to have or cause to have blisters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blister",1,3,1 ], "to attack verbally with great scorn or sarcasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blithe",1,1,1 ], "very happy or cheerful; gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blithe",1,1,2 ], "heedless; casual and indifferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blithering",1,1,1 ], "talking foolishly; jabbering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blithering",1,1,2 ], "stupid; foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blithesome",1,1,1 ], "cheery; merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blitz",1,1,1 ], "a violent and sustained attack, esp| with intensive aerial bombardment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blitz",1,1,2 ], "any sudden intensive attack or concerted effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blitz",1,2,1 ], "to attack suddenly and intensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blitzkrieg",1,1,1 ], "an intensive military attack designed to defeat the opposition quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blizzard",1,1,1 ], "a strong bitterly cold wind accompanied by a widespread heavy snowfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blk|",1,1,1 ], "black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blk|",1,1,2 ], "block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blk|",1,1,3 ], "bulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloat",1,1,1 ], "to swell or cause to swell, as with a liquid, air, or wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloat",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to be puffed up, as with conceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloat",1,2,1 ], "to cure (fish, esp| herring) by half-drying in smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloat",1,3,1 ], "accumulation of gas in the stomach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloat",1,3,1 ], "an abnormal distention of the abdomen in cattle, sheep, etc|, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloater",1,1,1 ], "a herring, or sometimes a mackerel, that has been salted in brine, smoked, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloater",1,1,1 ], "cured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blob" ,1, 1, 1],"a soft mass or drop, as of some viscous liquid",1). c_DEF([ "blob" ,1, 1, 2],"a spot, dab, or blotch of colour, ink, etc",1). c_DEF([ "blob" ,1, 1, 3],"an indistinct or shapeless form or object",1). c_DEF([ "blob" ,1, 1, 4],"a score of nought; a duck",1). c_DEF([ "blob" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to put blobs, as of ink or paint, on",1). c_DEF([ "bloc",1,1,1 ], "a group of people or countries combined by a common interest or aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block and tackle",1,1,1 ], "a hoisting device in which a rope or chain is passed around a pair of blocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block and tackle",1,1,1 ], "containing one or more pulleys| The upper block is secured overhead and the lower block" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block and tackle",1,1,1 ], "supports the load, the effort being applied to the free end of the rope or chain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "block diagram",1,1,1 ], "a diagram showing the interconnections between the parts of an industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block diagram",1,1,1 ], "process or the components of an electronic or electrical system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block diagram",1,1,2 ], "a three-dimensional drawing representing a block of the earth's crust," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block diagram",1,1,2 ], "showing geological structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block lava",1,1,1 ], "volcanic lava occurring as rough-surfaced jagged blocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block letter",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for sans serif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block letter",1,1,2 ], "a plain capital letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block out",1,1,1 ], "to plan or describe (something) in a general fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block out",1,1,2 ], "to prevent the entry or consideration of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block out",1,1,3 ], "to mask part of (a negative), in order that light may not pass through it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block plane",1,1,1 ], "a carpenter's small plane used to cut across the end grain of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block printing",1,1,1 ], "printing from hand engraved or carved blocks of wood or linoleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block release",1,1,1 ], "several weeks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block release",1,1,1 ], "the release of industrial trainees from work for study at a college for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block tin",1,1,1 ], "pure tin, esp| when cast into ingots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,1 ], "a large solid piece of wood, stone, or other material with flat rectangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,1 ], "sides, as for use in building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,10 ], "an area of land, esp| one to be divided for building or settling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,10,1 ], "a piece of wood, metal, or other material having an engraved, cast, or carved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,10,1 ], "design in relief, used either for printing or for stamping book covers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,10,2 ], "Brit| a letterpress printing plate, esp| one mounted type-high on wood or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,10,2 ], "metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,11 ], "a casing housing one or more freely rotating pulleys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,12 ], "on the block| Chiefly U|S| up for auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,13 ], "the act of obstructing or condition of being obstructed, as in sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,14 ], "an obstruction or hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,14,1 ], "interference in the normal physiological functioning of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,15 ], "a short interruption of perceptual or thought processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,16 ], "obstruction of an opponent in a sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,16,1 ], "a section or quantity, as of tickets or shares, handled or considered as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,16,1 ], "a stretch of railway in which only one train may travel at a time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,16,1 ], "single unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,16,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,17 ], "an unseparated group of four or more postage stamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,18 ], "a pad of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,19 ], "a group of words on magnetic tape treated as a unit of data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,2 ], "any large solid piece of wood, stone, etc|, usually having at least one face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,2 ], "fairly flat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,20 ], "short for starting block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,21 ], "a mark made near the popping crease by a batsman to indicate his position in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,21 ], "relation to the wicket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,22 ], "a chip off the old block| Informal|a person who resembles one of his or her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,22 ], "parents in behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,3 ], "beheading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,3 ], "such a piece on which particular tasks may be done, as chopping, cutting, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,4 ], "one of a set of wooden or plastic cubes as a child's toy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,5 ], "a form on which things are shaped or displayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,6 ], "a person's head (esp| in the phrase knock someone's block off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,7 ], "do one's block| Austral| slang| to become angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,8 ], "a dull, unemotional, or hard-hearted person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,9 ], "a large building of offices, flats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,9,1 ], "a group of buildings in a city bounded by intersecting streets on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,1,9,2 ], "the area or distance between such intersecting streets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,1 ], "to shape or form (something) into a block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,2 ], "to fit with or mount on a block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,3 ], "to shape by use of a block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by up) to obstruct (a passage, channel, etc|) or prevent or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,4 ], "impede the motion or flow of (something or someone) by introducing an obstacle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,5 ], "to impede, retard, or prevent (an action, procedure, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,6 ], "(see sense 13a|), esp| using gold leaf or other foil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,6 ], "to stamp (a title, design, etc|) on (a book cover, etc|) by means of a block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,7 ], "(esp| of a government or central bank) to limit the use or conversion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,7 ], "assets or currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,2,8 ], "to obstruct or impede movement by (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,3,1 ], "to suffer a psychological block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,3,2 ], "to interrupt a physiological function, as by use of an anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "block",1,3,3 ], "to play (a ball) defensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockade",1,1,1 ], "individual port by the use of sea power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blockade",1,1,1 ], "the interdiction of a nation's sea lines of communications, esp| of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockade",1,1,2 ], "something that prevents access or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockade",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to impose a blockade on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockade",1,2,2 ], "to obstruct the way to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockage",1,1,1 ], "the act of blocking or state of being blocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockage",1,1,2 ], "an object causing an obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockboard",1,1,1 ], "a type of plywood in which soft wood strips are bonded together and sandwiched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockboard",1,1,1 ], "between two layers of veneer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blockbuster",1,1,1 ], "a large bomb used to demolish extensive areas or strengthened targets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockbuster",1,1,2 ], "a very forceful person, thing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockbusting",1,1,1 ], "owners' fears of lower prices if racial minorities live in the area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blockbusting",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of inducing the sale of property cheaply by exploiting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blocked shoe",1,1,1 ], "a dancing shoe with a stiffened toe that enables a ballet dancer to dance on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blocked shoe",1,1,1 ], "the tips of the toes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blocked",1,1,1 ], "influenced by a narcotic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockhead",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockhouse",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a wooden fortification with ports or loopholes for defensive fire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockhouse",1,1,1 ], "observation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blockhouse",1,1,2 ], "a concrete structure strengthened to give protection against enemy fire, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockhouse",1,1,2 ], "apertures to allow defensive gunfire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blockhouse",1,1,3 ], "a building constructed of logs or squared timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockhouse",1,1,4 ], "a reinforced concrete building close to a rocket-launching site for protecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blockhouse",1,1,4 ], "personnel and equipment during launching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blockish",1,1,1 ], "lacking vivacity or imagination; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloke",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blond",1,1,1 ], "(of hair) of a light colour; fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blond",1,1,2 ], "(of people or a race) having fair hair, a light complexion, and, typically," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blond",1,1,2 ], "blue or grey eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blond",1,1,3 ], "(of soft furnishings, wood, etc|) light in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blond",1,2,1 ], "a man or boy having light-coloured hair and skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blonde",1,1,1 ], "a woman or girl having light-coloured hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blonde",1,1,2 ], "a French pillow lace, originally of unbleached cream-coloured Chinese silk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blonde",1,1,2 ], "later of bleached or black-dyed silk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blonde",1,2,1 ], "(of a woman''s or girl''s hair) of a light colour; fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blonde",1,2,2 ], "(of a woman or girl) having light-coloured hair and skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood bank",1,1,1 ], "a place where whole blood or blood plasma is stored until required in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood bank",1,1,1 ], "transfusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood bath",1,1,1 ], "indiscriminate slaughter; a massacre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood brother",1,1,1 ], "a brother by birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood brother",1,1,2 ], "a man or boy who has sworn to treat another as his brother, often in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood brother",1,1,2 ], "ceremony in which their blood is mingled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood count",1,1,1 ], "determination of the number of red and white blood corpuscles in a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood count",1,1,1 ], "sample of blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood donor",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives his blood to be used for transfusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood feud",1,1,1 ], "a feud in which the members of hostile families or clans murder each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood fluke",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic flatworm, such as a schistosome, that lives in the blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood fluke",1,1,1 ], "of man and other vertebrates: class Digenea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood group",1,1,1 ], "any one of the various groups into which human blood is classified on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood group",1,1,1 ], "basis of its agglutinogens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood guilt",1,1,1 ], "guilt of murder or shedding blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood heat",1,1,1 ], "the normal temperature of the human body, 98|6 degrees F| or 37 degrees C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood money",1,1,1 ], "compensation paid to the relatives of a murdered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood money",1,1,2 ], "money paid to a hired murderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood money",1,1,3 ], "a reward for information about a criminal, esp| a murderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood orange",1,1,1 ], "a variety of orange all or part of the pulp of which is dark red when ripe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood plasma",1,1,1 ], "platelets have been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood plasma",1,1,1 ], "the pale yellow fluid portion of the blood; blood from which blood cells and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood plasma",1,1,2 ], "a sterilized preparation of this fluid for use in transfusions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood poisoning",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical term for septicemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood pressure",1,1,1 ], "relative to the elasticity and diameter of the vessels and the force of the heart beat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood pressure",1,1,1 ], "the pressure exerted by the blood on the inner walls of the arteries, being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood pudding",1,1,1 ], "another name for black pudding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood red",1,1,1,1 ], "a deep red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood red",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood relation",1,1,1 ], "a person related to another by birth, as distinct from one related by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood relation",1,1,1 ], "marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood sausage",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for black pudding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood serum",1,1,1 ], "blood plasma from which the clotting factors have been removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood sport",1,1,1 ], "any sport involving the killing of an animal, esp| hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood stream",1,1,1 ], "the flow of blood through the vessels of a living body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood test",1,1,1 ], "analysis of a blood sample to determine blood group, alcohol level, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood type",1,1,1 ], "another name for blood group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood vessel",1,1,1 ], "an artery, capillary, or vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,1 ], "a reddish fluid in vertebrates that is pumped by the heart through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,1 ], "arteries and veins, supplies tissues with nutrients, oxygen, etc|, and removes waste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,1 ], "leucocytes) and platelets" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,1 ], "products| It consists of a fluid (see blood plasma) containing cells (erythrocytes and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,10 ], "the blood| royal or noble descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,11 ], "temperament; disposition; temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,11,1 ], "good or pure breeding; pedigree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,11,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,12 ], "people viewed as members of a group, esp| as an invigorating force (in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,12 ], "phrases new blood, young blood)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,13 ], "a dashing young man; dandy; rake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,14 ], "the sensual or carnal nature of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,15 ], "one of the four bodily humours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,16 ], "bad blood| hatred; ill feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,17 ], "blood is thicker than water| family duties and loyalty outweigh other ties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,18 ], "have or get one's blood up| to be or cause to be angry or inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,19 ], "in cold blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,19,1 ], "cruelly and ruthlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,19,2 ], "deliberately and calmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,2 ], "a similar fluid in such invertebrates as annelids and arthropods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,20 ], "make one's blood boil| to cause to be angry or indignant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,21 ], "make one's blood run cold| to fill with horror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,3 ], "bloodshed, esp| when resulting in murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,4 ], "have blood on one's hands or head)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,4 ], "the guilt or responsibility for killing or injuring (esp| in the phrase to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,5 ], "life itself; lifeblood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,6 ], "relationship through being of the same family, race, or kind; kinship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,7 ], "flesh and blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,7,1 ], "near kindred or kinship, esp| that between a parent and child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,7,2 ], "human nature (esp| in the phrase it's more than flesh and blood can stand)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,8 ], "ethnic or national descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,1,9 ], "in one's blood| as a natural or inherited characteristic or talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,2,1 ], "become keen to hunt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,2,1 ], "to cause (young hounds) to taste the blood of a freshly killed quarry and so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,2,2 ], "initiation in hunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,2,2 ], "to smear the cheeks or forehead of (a person) with the blood of the kill as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood",1,2,3 ], "to initiate (a person) to war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood-and-thunder",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a melodramatic adventure story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood-drop emlets",1,1,1 ], "Europe, having red-spotted yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blood-drop emlets",1,1,1 ], "a Chilean scrophulariaceous plant, Mimulus luteus, naturalized in central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood-letting",1,1,1 ], "the therapeutic removal of blood, as in relieving congestive heart failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blood-letting",1,1,2 ], "bloodshed, esp| in a blood feud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodcurdling",1,1,1 ], "terrifying; horrifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blooded",1,1,1 ], "(of horses, cattle, etc|) of good breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blooded",1,1,2 ], "having blood or temperament as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodfin",1,1,1 ], "a popular aquarium fish: family Characidae (characins)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloodfin",1,1,1 ], "a silvery red-finned South American freshwater fish, Aphyocharax rubripinnis:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodhound",1,1,1 ], "a large breed of hound with loose wrinkled skin on its head, much used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodhound",1,1,1 ], "tracking and police work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloodhound",1,1,2 ], "a detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodless",1,1,1 ], "without blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodless",1,1,2 ], "conducted without violence (esp| in the phrase bloodless revolution)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodless",1,1,3 ], "anaemic-looking; pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodless",1,1,4 ], "lacking vitality; lifeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodless",1,1,5 ], "lacking in emotion; cold; unfeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodmobile",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle equipped for collecting blood from donors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodroot",1,1,1 ], "a North American papaveraceous plant, Sanguinaria canadensis, having a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodroot",1,1,1 ], "whitish flower and a fleshy red root that yields a red dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloodroot",1,1,2 ], "another name for tormentil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodshed",1,1,1 ], "slaughter; killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodshot",1,1,1 ], "(of an eye) inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodstain",1,1,1 ], "a dark discoloration caused by blood, esp| dried blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodstock",1,1,1 ], "thoroughbred horses, esp| those bred for racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodstone",1,1,1 ], "a dark-green variety of chalcedony with red spots: used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodsucker",1,1,1 ], "an animal that sucks blood, esp| a leech or mosquito" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodsucker",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that preys upon another person, esp| by extorting money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodthirsty",1,1,1 ], "thirstier, thirstiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodthirsty",1,1,2 ], "murderous; cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodthirsty",1,1,3 ], "taking pleasure in bloodshed or violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodthirsty",1,1,4 ], "describing or depicting killing and violence; gruesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodworm",1,1,1 ], "at the bottom of stagnant pools and ditches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloodworm",1,1,1 ], "the red wormlike aquatic larva of the midge Chironomus plumosus, which lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloodworm",1,1,2 ], "any similar invertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,1,1 ], "covered or stained with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,1,2 ], "resembling or composed of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,1,3 ], "marked by much killing and bloodshed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,1,4 ], "cruel or murderous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,1,5 ], "of a deep red colour; blood-red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,3,1 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,3,2 ], "bloody fine food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody",1,4,1 ], "(tr|) to stain with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloody-minded",1,1,1 ], "deliberately obstructive and unhelpful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,1 ], "a blossom on a flowering plant; a flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,2 ], "full bloom)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,2 ], "the state, time, or period when flowers open (esp| in the phrases in bloom, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,3 ], "open flowers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,4 ], "a healthy, vigorous, or flourishing condition; prime (esp| in the phrase the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,4 ], "bloom of youth)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,5 ], "youthful or healthy rosiness in the cheeks or face; glow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,6 ], "a fine whitish coating on the surface of fruits, leaves, etc|, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,6 ], "minute grains of a waxy substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,7 ], "any coating similar in appearance, such as that on new coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,1,8 ], "a dull area on the surface of old gloss paint, lacquer, or varnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,2,1 ], "(of flowers) to open; come into flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,2,2 ], "to bear flowers; blossom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,2,3 ], "to flourish or grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",1,2,4 ], "to be in a healthy, glowing, or flourishing condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",2,1,1 ], "a rectangular mass of metal obtained by rolling or forging a cast ingot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloom",2,2,1 ], "to convert (an ingot) into a bloom by rolling or forging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloomed",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens) coated with a thin film of magnesium fluoride or some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloomed",1,1,1 ], "substance to reduce the amount of light lost by reflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloomer",1,1,1 ], "a plant that flowers, esp| in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloomer",1,1,2 ], "a medium-sized loaf, baked on the sole of the oven, glazed and notched on top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloomer",2,1,1 ], "a stupid mistake; blunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloomers",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) women's loose baggy knickers, usually gathered just above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloomers",1,1,1 ], "knee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bloomers",1,1,2 ], "close-fitting knickers reaching to just above the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bloomery",1,1,1 ], "a place in which malleable iron is produced directly from iron ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blooming" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "blooming" ,1, 2, 2],"blooming painful",1). c_DEF([ "blossom",1,1,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blossom",1,1,1 ], "the flower or flowers of a plant, esp| conspicuous flowers producing edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blossom",1,1,2 ], "blossom)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blossom",1,1,2 ], "the time or period of flowering (esp| in the phrases in blossom, in full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blossom",1,2,1 ], "(of plants) to come into flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blossom",1,2,2 ], "to develop or come to a promising stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 1, 1],"a stain or spot of ink, paint, dirt, etc",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 1, 2],"something that spoils or detracts from the beauty or worth of something",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 1, 3],"a blemish or stain on one's character or reputation",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 1],"(of ink, dye, etc|) to form spots or blobs on (a material) or (of a person) to",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 1],"cause such spots or blobs to form on (a material)",2). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 2],"blot one's copybook| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 3],"customs, etc",2). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 3],"to spoil one's reputation by making a mistake, offending against social",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) to stain or become stained or spotted",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 5],"(tr|) to cause a blemish in or on; disgrace",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 6],"material",2). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 6],"to soak up (excess ink, etc|) by using blotting paper or some other absorbent",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 7],"(of blotting paper or some other absorbent material) to absorb (excess ink,",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 7],"etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 8],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 9, 1],"to darken or hide completely; obscure; obliterate",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 9, 2],"to destroy; annihilate",1). c_DEF([ "blot" ,1, 2, 9],"often foll| by out)",1). c_DEF([ "blot",2,1,1 ], "a man exposed by being placed alone on a point and therefore able to be taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blot",2,1,1 ], "by the other player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blot",2,1,2 ], "a weak spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blotch",1,1,1 ], "an irregular spot or discoloration, esp| a dark and relatively large one such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blotch",1,1,1 ], "as an ink stain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blotch",1,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become marked by such discoloration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blotch",1,3,1 ], "(of a pen or ink) to write or flow unevenly in blotches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blotter",1,1,1 ], "paper with a firm backing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blotter",1,1,1 ], "something used to absorb excess ink or other liquid, esp| a sheet of blotting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blotter",1,1,2 ], "a daily record of events, such as arrests, in a police station (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blotter",1,1,2 ], "phrase police blotter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blotting paper",1,1,1 ], "a soft absorbent unsized paper, used esp| for soaking up surplus ink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blotto",1,1,1 ], "unconscious, esp| through drunkenness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blouse",1,1,1 ], "a woman's shirtlike garment made of cotton, nylon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blouse",1,1,2 ], "E European peasants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blouse",1,1,2 ], "a loose-fitting smocklike garment, often knee length and belted, worn esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blouse",1,1,3 ], "a loose-fitting waist-length jacket worn by soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blouse",1,2,1 ], "to hang or make so as to hang in full loose folds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blouson",1,1,1 ], "a short jacket having the shape of a blouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow in",1,1,1 ], "to arrive or enter suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow into",1,1,1 ], "to arrive in or enter (a room, etc|) suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow job",1,1,1 ], "a slang term for fellatio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow moulding",1,1,1 ], "a process for moulding single-piece plastic objects in which a thermoplastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow moulding",1,1,1 ], "is extruded into a split mould and blown against its sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blow off" ,1, 1, 1],"to permit (a gas under pressure, esp| steam) to be released",1). c_DEF([ "blow off" ,1, 2, 1],"to emit wind noisily from the anus",1). c_DEF([ "blow off" ,1, 2, 2],"blow off steam",1). c_DEF([ "blow on",1,1,1 ], "to defame or discredit (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 1, 1],"extinguished",2). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 1, 1],"to extinguish (a flame, candle, etc|) or (of a flame, etc|) to become",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 2, 1],"(of a tyre) to puncture suddenly, esp| at high speed",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 3, 1],"(of a fuse) to melt suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 4, 1],"to diminish or use up the energy of",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 5, 1],"(of an oil or gas well) to lose oil or gas in an uncontrolled manner",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 5, 2],"blow one's brains out| to kill oneself by shooting oneself in the head",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 6, 1],"the sudden melting of an electrical fuse",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 6, 2],"a sudden burst in a tyre",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 6, 3],"the uncontrolled escape of oil and gas from an oil or gas well",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 6, 4],"the failure of a jet engine, esp| when in flight",1). c_DEF([ "blow out" ,1, 6, 5],"a large filling meal or lavish entertainment",1). c_DEF([ "blow over",1,1,1 ], "to cease or be finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow through",1,1,1 ], "to leave; make off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow up" ,1, 1, 1],"to explode or cause to explode",1). c_DEF([ "blow up" ,1, 2, 1],"to increase the importance of (something)",1). c_DEF([ "blow up" ,1, 3, 1],"to come into consideration",1). c_DEF([ "blow up" ,1, 4, 1],"to come into existence with sudden force",1). c_DEF([ "blow up" ,1, 4, 2],"to lose one's temper (with a person)",1). c_DEF([ "blow up" ,1, 5, 1],"to enlarge the size or detail of (a photograph)",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 1, 1],"(of a current of air, the wind, etc|) to be or cause to be in motion",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 10, 1, 1],"to spend (money) freely",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 10, 1, 2],"U|S| to treat or entertain",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 11, 1],"to use (an opportunity) ineffectively",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 11, 2],"to go suddenly away (from)",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 12, 1],"to inhale (a narcotic drug)",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 10],"sp| U|S|) lid or stack| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 11],"to lose one's temper",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 1],"to masturbate",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 2],"(past participle: blowed)",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 3],"it! blow me!)",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 3],"| Informal| another word for ,damn (esp| in the phrases I'll be blowed, blow",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 4],"another word for ,huff ,1,4",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 5],"blow hot and cold| Informal| to vacillate",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 6],"blow a kiss or kisses| to kiss one's hand, then blow across it as if to carry",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 6],"the kiss through the air to another person",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 7],"blow one's own trumpet| to boast of one's own skills or good qualities",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 8, 1],"(of a drug, esp| LSD) to cause hallucinatory experiences in a person",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 8, 2],"to produce a pleasant or shocking feeling in someone",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 8],"blow someone's mind| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 13, 9],"blow one's top or",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 1],"the act or an instance of blowing",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 2],"the sound produced by blowing",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 3, 1],"a rush of air into a mine",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 3, 1],"a stage in the Bessemer process in which air is blasted upwards through molten",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 3, 1],"pig iron",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 3, 2],"the collapse of a mine roof",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 3, 2],"the quantity of metal treated in a Bessemer converter",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 14, 3],"a blast of air or wind",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 2, 1],"to move or be carried by or as if by wind or air",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 2, 2],"to expel (air, cigarette smoke, etc|) through the mouth or nose",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 2, 3],"instrument or by expelling breath",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 2, 3],"to force or cause (air, dust, etc|) to move (into, in, over, etc|) by using an",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 3, 1],"to breathe hard; pant",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 3, 2],"(sometimes foll| by up) to inflate with air or the breath",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 4, 1],"(of wind, a storm, etc|) to make a roaring or whistling sound",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 4, 2],"signal, or (of a whistle, etc|) to sound thus",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 4, 2],"to cause (a whistle, siren, etc|) to sound by forcing air into it, as a",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 5, 1],"obstructing matter",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 5, 1],"to force air from the lungs through (the nose) to clear out mucus or",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 5, 2],"(often foll| by up, down, in, etc|) to explode, break, or disintegrate",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 5, 2],"completely",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 5, 3],"to burn out (a fuse, valve, etc|) because of excessive current or (of a fuse,",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 5, 3],"valve, etc|) to burn out",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 5, 4],"blow a fuse| Slang| to lose one's temper",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 6, 1],"(of a whale) to spout water or air from the lungs",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 7, 1],"to wind (a horse) by making it run excessively",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 7, 2],"mouthpiece, or (of such an instrument) to sound in this way",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 7, 2],"to cause (a wind instrument) to sound by forcing one's breath into the",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 8, 1],"(of flies) to lay eggs (in)",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 8, 2],"to shape (glass, ornaments, etc|) by forcing air or gas through the material",1). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 8, 2],"when molten",2). c_DEF([ "blow" ,1, 9, 1],"to boast or brag",1). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,1 ], "a powerful or heavy stroke with the fist, a weapon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,2 ], "at one or a blow| by or with only one action; all at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,3 ], "a sudden setback; unfortunate event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,4 ], "come to blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,4,1 ], "to fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,4,2 ], "to result in a fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,5 ], "an attacking action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",2,1,6 ], "a stroke of the shears in sheep-shearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",3,1,1 ], "(of a plant or flower) to blossom or open out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",3,2,1 ], "to produce (flowers)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",3,3,1 ], "a mass of blossoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow",3,3,2 ], "the state or period of blossoming (esp| in the phrase in full blow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow-by-blow" ,1, 2, 1],"a mechanical device, such as a fan, that blows",1). c_DEF([ "blow-by-blow" ,1, 2, 2],"a low-pressure compressor, esp| in a furnace or internal-combustion engine",1). c_DEF([ "blow-by-blow" ,1, 2, 3],"an informal name for ,telephone",1). c_DEF([ "blow-by-blow" ,1, 2, 4],"an informal name for a ,whale",1). c_DEF([ "blow-by-blow" ,1, 2, 5],"a discharge of firedamp from a crevice",1). c_DEF([ "blow-in",1,1,1 ], "an unwelcome newcomer or stranger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow-wave",1,1,1 ], "it while drying it with a hair dryer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blow-wave",1,1,1 ], "to set (the hair) in a smooth casual style by combing or brushing sections of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blow-wave",1,2,1 ], "this method or style of setting the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowfish",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for puffer ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowfly",1,1,1 ], "Calliphoridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blowfly",1,1,1 ], "any of various dipterous flies of the genus Calliphora and related genera that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowfly",1,1,1 ], "lay their eggs in rotting meat, dung, carrion, and open wounds: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blowgun",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for blowpipe ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowhard",1,1,1 ], "a boastful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowhard",1,2,1 ], "blustering or boastful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowhole",1,1,1 ], "the nostril, paired or single, of whales, situated far back on the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowhole",1,1,2 ], "a hole in ice through which whales, seals, etc|, breathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowhole",1,1,3 ], "a vent for air or gas, esp| to release fumes from a tunnel, passage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowhole",1,1,4 ], "a bubble-like defect in an ingot resulting from gas being trapped during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowhole",1,1,4 ], "solidification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blowie",1,1,1 ], "a blowfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowlamp",1,1,1 ], "a small burner that produces a very hot flame, used to remove old paint, melt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowlamp",1,1,1 ], "soft metal, etc| U|S| name: blowtorch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blown",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of blow ,1 and blow ,3 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowpipe",1,1,1 ], "U|S| word: blowgun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blowpipe",1,1,1 ], "a long tube from which pellets, poisoned darts, etc|, are shot by blowing|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowpipe",1,1,2 ], "a tube for blowing air or oxygen into a flame to intensify its heat and direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowpipe",1,1,2 ], "it onto a small area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blowpipe",1,1,3 ], "a long narrow iron pipe used to gather molten glass and blow it into shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowsy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a woman) untidy in appearance; slovenly or sluttish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowsy",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman) ruddy in complexion; red-faced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowtorch",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for blowlamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowy",1,1,1 ], "blowier, blowiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowy",1,1,2 ], "another word for windy ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowzy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a woman) untidy in appearance; slovenly or sluttish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blowzy",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman) ruddy in complexion; red-faced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blub",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for blubber (senses 1-3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,1,1 ], "to sob without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,1,2 ], "to utter while sobbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,1,3 ], "to make (the face) wet and swollen or disfigured by crying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,2,1 ], "a thick insulating layer of fatty tissue below the skin of aquatic mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,2,1 ], "such as the whale: used by man as a source of oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,2,2 ], "excessive and flabby body fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,2,3 ], "the act or an instance of weeping without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blubber",1,3,1 ], "swollen or fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blucher",1,1,1 ], "a high shoe with laces over the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bludge",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on) to scrounge from (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bludge",1,2,1 ], "to skive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bludge",1,3,1 ], "a very easy task; undemanding employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bludgeon",1,1,1 ], "a stout heavy club, typically thicker at one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bludgeon",1,1,2 ], "a person, line of argument, etc|, that is effective but unsubtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bludgeon",1,2,1 ], "to hit or knock down with or as with a bludgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bludgeon",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by into) to force; bully; coerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue baby",1,1,1 ], "a baby born with a bluish tinge to the skin because of lack of oxygen in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue baby",1,1,1 ], "blood, esp| caused by a congenital defect of the heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue bag",1,1,1 ], "a fabric bag for a barrister's robes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue blood",1,1,1 ], "royal or aristocratic descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue buck",1,1,1 ], "another name for the blaubok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue butcher",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian orchid, Orchis mascula, with purplish-crimson flowers and stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue butcher",1,1,1 ], "marked with blackish-purple spots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue cheese",1,1,1 ], "cheese containing a blue mould, esp| Stilton, Roquefort, or Danish Blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue chip",1,1,1 ], "a gambling chip with the highest value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue chip",1,1,1,1 ], "a stock considered reliable with respect to both dividend income and capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue chip",1,1,1,1 ], "value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue chip",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue devils",1,1,1 ], "a fit of depression or melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue devils",1,1,2 ], "an attack of delirium tremens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue fox",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the arctic fox that has a pale grey winter coat and is bred for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue fox",1,1,1 ], "its fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue fox",1,1,2 ], "the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue funk",1,1,1 ], "a state of great terror or loss of nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue ground",1,1,1 ], "another name for kimberlite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue grouse",1,1,1 ], "a grouse, Dendragapus obscurus, of W North America, having a bluish-grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue grouse",1,1,1 ], "plumage with a black tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue gum",1,1,1 ], "a tall fast-growing widely cultivated Australian myrtaceous tree, Eucalyptus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue gum",1,1,1 ], "globulus, having aromatic leaves containing a medicinal oil, bark that peels off in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue gum",1,1,1 ], "shreds, and hard timber| The juvenile leaves are bluish in colour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blue gum",1,1,2 ], "any of several other eucalyptus trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue jay",1,1,1 ], "a common North American jay, Cyanocitta cristata, having bright blue plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue jay",1,1,1 ], "with greyish-white underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue john",1,1,1 ], "a blue or purple fibrous variety of fluorspar occurring only in Derbyshire:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue john",1,1,1 ], "used for vases, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue laws",1,1,1 ], "forbidding any secular activity on Sundays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue laws",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of repressive puritanical laws of the colonial period," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue moon",1,1,1 ], "Informal| very rarely; almost never" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue mould",1,1,1 ], "any fungus of the genus Penicillium that forms a bluish mass on decaying food," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue mould",1,1,1 ], "leather, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue mould",1,1,2 ], "any fungal disease of fruit trees characterized by necrosis and a bluish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue mould",1,1,2 ], "growth on the affected tissue: mostly caused by Penicillium species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue note",1,1,1 ], "a flattened third or seventh, used frequently in the blues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue pencil" ,1, 1, 1],"deletion, alteration, or censorship of the contents of a book or other work",1). c_DEF([ "blue pencil" ,1, 2, 1],"cil, cils, cilling, cilled or U|S| cils, ciling, ciled",1). c_DEF([ "blue pencil" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to alter or delete parts of (a book, film, etc|), esp| to censor",1). c_DEF([ "blue peter",1,1,1 ], "a signal flag of blue with a white square at the centre, displayed by a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue peter",1,1,1 ], "about to leave port" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue pointer",1,1,1 ], "a large shark, Isuropsis mako, of Australian coastal waters, having a blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue pointer",1,1,1 ], "back and pointed snout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue racer",1,1,1 ], "a long slender blackish-blue fast-moving colubrid snake, Coluber constrictor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue racer",1,1,1 ], "flaviventris, of the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue ribband",1,1,1 ], "Also (esp| U|S|): blue ribbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue ribband",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the record for the fastest trans-Atlantic passage by a passenger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue ribband",1,1,2 ], "liner, esp| between New York and Southampton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue ribband",1,1,3 ], "any event, victory in which is a coveted distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue ribbon",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a badge of blue silk worn by members of the Order of the Garter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue ribbon",1,1,2 ], "a badge awarded as the first prize in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue ribbon",1,1,3 ], "a badge worn by a member of a temperance society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue shift",1,1,1 ], "a shift in the spectral lines of a stellar spectrum towards the blue end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue shift",1,1,1 ], "solar system" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "blue shift",1,1,1 ], "spectrum: thought to be a result of the Doppler effect caused by stars approaching the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blue shift",1,1,1 ], "the visible region relative to the wavelengths of these lines in the terrestrial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue spruce",1,1,1 ], "America, having blue-green needle-like leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue spruce",1,1,1 ], "a spruce tree, Picea pungens glauca, native to the Rocky Mountains of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue vitriol",1,1,1 ], "the fully hydrated blue crystalline form of copper sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue whale",1,1,1 ], "Balaenopteridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blue whale",1,1,1 ], "Sibbaldus (or Balaenoptera)musculus, closely related and similar to the rorquals: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue whale",1,1,1 ], "the largest mammal: a widely distributed bluish-grey whalebone whale," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of colours, such as that of a clear unclouded sky, that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,1 ], "to make, dye, or become blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,1 ], "wavelengths in the range 490-445 nanometres| Blue is the complementary colour of yellow and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,1 ], "with red and green forms a set of primary colours" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,10 ], "a blue ball in snooker, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,11 ], "another name for ,blueing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,12 ], "an argument or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,13 ], "a summons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,14 ], "a mistake; error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,15 ], "out of the blue| apparently from nowhere; unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,16 ], "into the blue| into the unknown or the far distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,2 ], "(tr|) to treat (laundry) with blueing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,2 ], "a dye or pigment of any of these colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,3 ], "blue cloth or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,4 ], "a sportsman who represents or has represented Oxford or Cambridge University" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,4 ], "and has the right to wear the university colour (dark blue for Oxford, light blue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,4 ], "for Cambridge)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,4 ], "to spend extravagantly or wastefully; squander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,5 ], "an informal name for ,Tory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,6 ], "Polyommatus, etc|: family Lycaenidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,6 ], "any of numerous small blue-winged butterflies of the genera Lampides," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,7 ], "short for ,bluestocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,8 ], "a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue",1,1,9 ], "a blue ring on a target, between the red and the black, scoring five points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-collar",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating manual industrial workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed Mary",1,1,1 ], "a blue-flowered boraginaceous plant, Omphalodes verna, native to S Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed Mary",1,1,1 ], "cultivated in Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed boy",1,1,1 ], "fair-haired boy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed boy",1,1,1 ], "the favourite or darling of a person or group| Usual U|S| equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed grass",1,1,1 ], "Sisyrinchium that have grasslike leaves and small flat starlike blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various mainly North American iridaceous marsh plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed soul",1,1,1 ], "blues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue-eyed soul",1,1,1 ], "soul music written and performed by White singers in a style derived from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-green algae",1,1,1 ], "contain a blue pigment in addition to chlorophyll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blue-green algae",1,1,1 ], "the algae of the family Cyanophyceae (or Myxophyceae), including nostoc, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-ribbon jury",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for a special jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-sky law",1,1,1 ], "a state law regulating the trading of securities: intended to protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blue-sky law",1,1,1 ], "investors from fraud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluebell",1,1,1 ], "Scilla)non-scriptus, having a one-sided cluster of blue bell-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluebell",1,1,1 ], "or wood hyacinth|a European liliaceous woodland plant, Endymion (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebell",1,1,2 ], "a Scot| name for harebell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebell",1,1,3 ], "any of various other plants with blue bell-shaped flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueberry",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American ericaceous shrubs of the genus Vaccinium, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueberry",1,1,1 ], "as V| pennsylvanicum, that have blue-black edible berries with tiny seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blueberry",1,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueberry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebill",1,1,1 ], "another name for scaup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebird",1,1,1 ], "any North American songbird of the genus Sialia, having a blue or partly blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebird",1,1,1 ], "plumage: subfamily Turdinae (thrushes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluebird",1,1,2 ], "blue-and-black plumage: family Irenidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluebird",1,1,2 ], "fairy bluebird| any songbird of the genus Irena, of S and SE Asia, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebird",1,1,3 ], "any of various other birds having a blue plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebonnet",1,1,1 ], "another name for Balmoral'1 ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebook",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a government publication bound in a stiff blue paper cover:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebook",1,1,1 ], "usually the report of a royal commission or a committee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluebook",1,1,2 ], "a register of well-known people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebottle",1,1,1 ], "another name for the blowfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebottle",1,1,2 ], "any of various blue-flowered plants, esp| the cornflower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebottle",1,1,3 ], "an informal word for a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluebottle",1,1,4 ], "an informal name for Portuguese man-of-war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluefish",1,1,1 ], "a bluish marine percoid food and game fish, Pomatomus saltatrix, related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluefish",1,1,1 ], "the horse mackerel: family Pomatomidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluefish",1,1,2 ], "any of various other bluish fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluegill",1,1,1 ], "a common North American freshwater sunfish, Lepomis macrochirus: an important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluegill",1,1,1 ], "food and game fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluegrass",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American bluish-green grasses of the genus Poa, esp| P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluegrass",1,1,1 ], "pratensis , grown for forage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluegrass",1,1,2 ], "a type of folk music originating in Kentucky, characterized by a simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluegrass",1,1,2 ], "harmonized accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blueing",1,1,1 ], "a blue material, such as indigo, used in laundering to counteract yellowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueing",1,1,2 ], "a rinse for tinting grey hair a silvery-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueing",1,1,3 ], "the formation of a film of blue oxide on a steel surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluejacket",1,1,1 ], "a sailor in the Navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluenose",1,1,1 ], "a puritanical or prudish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluenose",1,1,2 ], "a native or inhabitant of Nova Scotia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueprint",1,1,1 ], "a photographic print of plans, technical drawings, etc|, consisting of white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueprint",1,1,1 ], "lines on a blue background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blueprint",1,1,2 ], "an original plan or prototype that influences subsequent design or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueprint",1,2,1 ], "to make a blueprint of (a plan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blues" ,1, 1, 1],"(sometimes functioning as sing|)",1). c_DEF([ "blues" ,1, 1, 2],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "blues" ,1, 1, 3],"a feeling of depression or deep unhappiness",1). c_DEF([ "blues" ,1, 1, 4],"20th century, usually employing a basic 12-bar chorus, the tonic, subdominant, and",2). c_DEF([ "blues" ,1, 1, 4],"a type of folk song originating among Black Americans at the beginning of the",1). c_DEF([ "blues" ,1, 1, 4],"dominant chords, frequent minor intervals, and blue notes",3). c_DEF([ "bluestocking",1,1,1 ], "a scholarly or intellectual woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluestone",1,1,1 ], "a blue-grey sandstone containing much clay, used for building and paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluestone",1,1,2 ], "the blue crystalline form of copper sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluestone",1,1,3 ], "a blue variety of basalt found in Australia and used as a building stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluet",1,1,1 ], "a North American rubiaceous plant, Houstonia caerulea, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluet",1,1,1 ], "four-petalled blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluethroat",1,1,1 ], "a small brownish European songbird, Cyanosylvia svecica, related to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluethroat",1,1,1 ], "thrushes, the male of which has a blue throat: family Muscicapidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluetit",1,1,1 ], "a common European tit, Parus caeruleus, having a blue crown, wings, and tail," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluetit",1,1,1 ], "yellow underparts, and a black and grey head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluetongue",1,1,1 ], "an Australian lizard, Tiliqua scincoides, having a cobalt-blue tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blueweed",1,1,1 ], "another name for viper's bugloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluey",1,1,1 ], "a blanket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluey",1,1,2 ], "a swagman's bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluey",1,1,3 ], "hump bluey| to carry one's bundle; tramp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluey",1,1,4 ], "a variant of blue ,1,13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluey",1,1,5 ], "a cattle dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",1,1,1 ], "resources, in order to influence or deter (someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",1,1,1 ], "to pretend to be confident about an uncertain issue or to have undisclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",1,2,1 ], "deliberate deception intended to create the impression of a stronger position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",1,2,1 ], "or greater resources than one actually has" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",1,2,2 ], "call someone's bluff| to challenge someone to give proof of his claims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",2,1,1 ], "a steep promontory, bank, or cliff, esp| one formed by river erosion on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",2,1,1 ], "outside bend of a meander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",2,1,2 ], "a clump of trees on the prairie; copse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",2,2,1 ], "good-naturedly frank and hearty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluff",2,2,2 ], "(of a bank, cliff, etc|) presenting a steep broad face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluish",1,1,1 ], "somewhat blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunder",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or clumsy mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunder",1,1,2 ], "a foolish tactless remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunder",1,2,1 ], "to make stupid or clumsy mistakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunder",1,2,2 ], "to make foolish tactless remarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunder",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by about, into, etc|) to act clumsily; stumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunder",1,3,1 ], "to mismanage; botch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunderbuss",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete short musket with large bore and flared muzzle, used to scatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunderbuss",1,1,1 ], "shot at short range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blunderbuss",1,1,2 ], "a clumsy unsubtle person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunge",1,1,1 ], "for use in ceramics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blunge",1,1,1 ], "to mix (clay or a similar substance) with water in order to form a suspension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunger",1,1,1 ], "a large vat in which the contents, esp| clay and water, are mixed by rotating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunger",1,1,1 ], "arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blunt",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a knife or blade) lacking sharpness or keenness; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunt",1,1,2 ], "not having a sharp edge or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunt",1,1,3 ], "(of people, manner of speaking, etc|) lacking refinement or subtlety;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunt",1,1,3 ], "straightforward and uncomplicated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blunt",1,1,4 ], "outspoken; direct and to the point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunt",1,2,1 ], "to make less sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blunt",1,2,2 ], "to diminish the sensitivity or perception of; make dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blur",1,1,1 ], "to make or become vague or less distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blur",1,1,2 ], "to smear or smudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blur",1,2,1 ], "to make (the judgment, memory, or perception) less clear; dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blur",1,3,1 ], "something vague, hazy, or indistinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blur",1,3,2 ], "a smear or smudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blurb",1,1,1 ], "a promotional description, as found on the jackets of books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blurt",1,1,1 ], "to utter suddenly and involuntarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blush",1,1,1 ], "guilt; redden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "blush",1,1,1 ], "to become suddenly red in the face from embarrassment, shame, modesty, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blush",1,1,2 ], "to make or become reddish or rosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blush",1,2,1 ], "a sudden reddening of the face from embarrassment, shame, modesty, or guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blush",1,2,2 ], "a rosy glow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blush",1,2,3 ], "a reddish or pinkish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "blush",1,2,4 ], "at first blush|when first seen; as a first impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluster",1,1,1 ], "to speak or say loudly or boastfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluster",1,1,2 ], "to act in a bullying way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluster",1,2,1 ], "to force or attempt to force (a person) into doing something by behaving thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluster",1,3,1 ], "(of the wind) to be noisy or gusty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluster",1,4,1 ], "boisterous talk or action; swagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluster",1,4,2 ], "empty threats or protests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bluster",1,4,3 ], "a strong wind; gale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bl|",1,1,1 ], "bale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bl|",1,1,2 ], "barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bl|",1,1,3 ], "black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bl|",1,1,4 ], "blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bo tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for the peepul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bo",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation uttered to startle or surprise someone, esp| a child in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bo's'n",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of boatswain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bo-peep",1,1,1 ], "a game for very young children, in which one hides (esp| hiding one's face in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bo-peep",1,1,1 ], "one's hands) and reappears suddenly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bo-peep",1,1,2 ], "a look (esp| in the phrase have a bo-peep)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boa constrictor",1,1,1 ], "Indies, that kills its prey by constriction: family Boidae (boas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boa constrictor",1,1,1 ], "a very large snake, Constrictor constrictor, of tropical America and the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boa",1,1,1 ], "Central and South America and the West Indies| They have vestigial hind limbs and kill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boa",1,1,1 ], "any large nonvenomous snake of the family Boidae, most of which occur in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boa",1,1,1 ], "their prey by constriction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boa",1,1,2 ], "a woman's long thin scarf, usually of feathers or fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boar",1,1,1 ], "an uncastrated male pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board foot",1,1,1 ], "a unit of board measure: the cubic content of a piece of wood one foot square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board foot",1,1,1 ], "and one inch thick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board measure",1,1,1 ], "a system of units for measuring wood based on the board foot| 1980 board feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board measure",1,1,1 ], "equal one standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board of trade",1,1,1 ], "another name for a chamber of commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board rule",1,1,1 ], "a measuring device for estimating the number of board feet in a quantity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board rule",1,1,1 ], "wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,1 ], "a long wide flat relatively thin piece of sawn timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,1,1 ], "a smaller flat piece of rigid material for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,1,2 ], "breadboard; cheeseboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,10 ], "the flat top part of a skateboard, made of any of various substances, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,10 ], "wood, fibreglass, or plastic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,11 ], "go by the board| Informal| to be in disuse, neglected, or lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,12 ], "on board| on or in a ship, boat, aeroplane, or other vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,13 ], "sweep the board| to win every event or prize in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,2 ], "a person's food or meals, provided regularly for money or sometimes as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,2 ], "payment for work done (esp| in the phrases full board, board and lodging)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,3 ], "a table, esp| one used for eating at, and esp| when laden with food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,3,1 ], "a group of people who officially administer a company, trust, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,4 ], "any other committee or council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,5 ], "the boards| the acting profession; the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,6 ], "short for blackboard, chessboard, notice board, skateboard, or springboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,7 ], "stiff cardboard or similar material covered with paper, cloth, etc|, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,7 ], "the outside covers of a book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,8 ], "a flat thin rectangular sheet of composite material, such as plasterboard or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,8 ], "chipboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,8,1 ], "a list on which stock-exchange securities and their prices are posted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,8,1 ], "the side of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,8,2 ], "Informal| the stock exchange itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,8,2 ], "the leg that a sailing vessel makes on a beat to windward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,9 ], "shearers work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,9 ], "the part of the floor of a sheep-shearing shed, esp| a raised part, where the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,9,1 ], "any of various portable surfaces specially designed for indoor games such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,9,1 ], "chess, backgammon, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,2,1 ], "to go aboard (a vessel, train, aircraft, or other vehicle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,2,2 ], "to come alongside (a vessel) before attacking or going aboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,2,3 ], "to attack (a ship) by forcing one's way aboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,3,1 ], "to cover or shut with boards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,4,1 ], "to give or receive meals or meals and lodging in return for money or work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,4,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by out) to receive or arrange for (someone, esp| a child) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "board",1,4,2 ], "receive food and lodging away from home, usually in return for payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "board-and-shingle",1,1,1 ], "a small peasant dwelling with wooden walls and a shingle roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarder",1,1,1 ], "a pupil who lives at school during term time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarder",1,1,2 ], "a child who lives away from its parents and is cared for by a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarder",1,1,2 ], "organization receiving payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boarder",1,1,3 ], "another word for lodger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarder",1,1,4 ], "a person who boards a ship, esp| one who forces his way aboard in an attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding house",1,1,1 ], "a private house in which accommodation and meals are provided for paying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding house",1,1,1 ], "guests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boarding house",1,1,2 ], "a house (see sense 10) for boarders at a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding school",1,1,1 ], "a school providing living accommodation for some or all of its pupils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding",1,1,1 ], "a structure of boards, such as a floor or fence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding",1,1,2 ], "timber boards collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding",1,1,2,1 ], "the act of embarking on an aircraft, train, ship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding",1,1,3 ], "a process used in tanning to accentuate the natural grain of hides, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarding",1,1,3 ], "the fold is worked to and fro across the leather" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boarding",1,1,3 ], "the surface of a softened leather is lightly creased by folding grain to grain and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boardroom",1,1,1,1 ], "a room where the board of directors of a company meets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boardroom",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boardwalk",1,1,1 ], "a promenade, esp| along a beach, usually made of planks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarfish",1,1,1 ], "Antigonia, etc|, related to the dories, having a deep compressed body, a long snout, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boarfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various spiny-finned marine teleost fishes of the genera Capros," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarfish",1,1,1 ], "large eyes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boarhound",1,1,1 ], "any very large hound, esp| a Great Dane, used for hunting boars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boarish",1,1,1 ], "coarse, cruel, or sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boart",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boas" ,1, 1, 1],"1858-1942, U|S| anthropologist, born in Germany|He made major contributions to",1). c_DEF([ "boas" ,1, 1, 1],"cultural and linguistic anthropology in studies of North American Indians, including",2). c_DEF([ "boas" ,1, 1, 2],"The Mind of Primitive Man",1). c_DEF([ "boast",1,1,1 ], "skills, or superior qualities; brag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boast",1,1,1 ], "to speak in exaggerated or excessively proud terms of one's possessions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boast",1,2,1 ], "to possess (something to be proud of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boast",1,3,1 ], "a bragging statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boast",1,3,2 ], "a possession, attribute, attainment, etc|, that is or may be bragged about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boast",2,1,1 ], "to shape or dress (stone) roughly with a broad chisel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boastful",1,1,1 ], "tending to boast; characterized by boasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat deck",1,1,1 ], "the deck of a ship on which the lifeboats are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat drill",1,1,1 ], "a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boat drill",1,1,1 ], "practice in launching the lifeboats and taking off the passengers and crew of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat neck",1,1,1 ], "a high slitlike neckline of a garment that extends onto the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat race",1,1,1 ], "Brit| a rowing event held annually in the spring, in which an eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat race",1,1,1 ], "Putney and Mortlake" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boat race",1,1,1 ], "representing Oxford University rows against one representing Cambridge on the Thames between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boat train",1,1,1 ], "a train scheduled to take passengers to or from a particular ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,1 ], "a small vessel propelled by oars, paddle, sails, or motor for travelling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,1 ], "transporting goods, etc|, esp| one that can be carried aboard a larger vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,2 ], "another word for ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,3 ], "a container for gravy, sauce, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,4 ], "a small boat-shaped container for incense, used in some Christian churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,5 ], "in the same boat| sharing the same problems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,6 ], "burn one's boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,7 ], "miss the boat| Informal| to fail to do something at the right time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,8 ], "expensively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,8 ], "push the boat out| Brit| informal| to celebrate, esp| lavishly and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,1,9 ], "rock the boat| Informal| to cause a disturbance in the existing situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,2,1 ], "to travel or go in a boat, esp| as a form of recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boat",1,3,1 ], "to transport or carry in a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatbill",1,1,1 ], "Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boatbill",1,1,1 ], "a nocturnal tropical American wading bird, Cochlearius cochlearius, similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatbill",1,1,1 ], "the night herons but with a broad flattened bill: family Ardeidae, order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boatel",1,1,1 ], "a waterside hotel catering for boating people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatel",1,1,2 ], "a ship that functions as a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boater",1,1,1 ], "a stiff straw hat with a straight brim and flat crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boathook",1,1,1 ], "a pole with a hook at one end, used aboard a vessel for fending off other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boathook",1,1,1 ], "vessels or obstacles or for catching a line or mooring buoy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boathouse",1,1,1 ], "a shelter by the edge of a river, lake, etc|, for housing boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boating",1,1,1 ], "the practice of rowing, sailing, or cruising in boats as a form of recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatload",1,1,1 ], "the amount of cargo or number of people held by a boat or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatman",1,1,1 ], "a man who works on, hires out, repairs, or operates a boat or boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatman",1,1,2 ], "short for water boatman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatswain",1,1,1 ], "a petty officer on a merchant ship or a warrant officer on a warship who is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatswain",1,1,1 ], "responsible for the maintenance of the ship and its equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boatswain's chair",1,1,1 ], "a seat consisting of a short flat board slung from ropes, used to support a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boatswain's chair",1,1,1 ], "man working on the side of a vessel or in its rigging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bob skate",1,1,1 ], "an ice skate with two parallel blades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 10],"a hanging cluster, as of flowers or ribbons",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 1],"a hair style for women and children in which the hair is cut short evenly all",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 1],"round the head",2). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 2],"a dangling or hanging object, such as the weight on a pendulum or on a plumb",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 2],"line",2). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 3],"a polishing disc on a rotating spindle| It is usually made of felt, leather,",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 3],"etc|, impregnated with an abrasive material",2). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 4],"short for ,bob skate or ,bobsleigh",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 5],"a runner or pair of runners on a bobsled",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 6],"a small knot of worms, maggots, etc|, used as bait",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 7],"a very short line of verse at the end of a stanza or preceding a rhyming",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 7],"quatrain (the wheel) at the end of a stanza",2). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 8],"a refrain or burden with such a short line or lines",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 1, 9],"a docked tail, esp| of a horse",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 2, 1],"(tr|) to cut (the hair) in a bob",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 2, 2],"(tr|) to cut short (something, esp| the tail of an animal); dock or crop",1). c_DEF([ "bob" ,2, 2, 3],"(intr|) to ride on a bobsled",1). c_DEF([ "bob",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move up and down repeatedly, as while floating in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move with a short abrupt movement, as of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,1,3 ], "to make (a bow or curtsy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,2,1 ], "to appear or emerge suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,3,1 ], "to disappear suddenly, as beneath a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,4,1 ], "teeth as a game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,4,1 ], "to attempt to get hold (of a floating or hanging object, esp| an apple) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,5,1 ], "a short abrupt movement, as of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,5,2 ], "a quick curtsy or bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,5,3 ], "a particular set of changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",1,5,4 ], "short for bobfloat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",3,1,1 ], "to tap or cause to tap or knock lightly (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",3,2,1 ], "a light knock; tap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bob",4,1,1 ], "an informal word for a shilling or 5p" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbery",1,1,1 ], "a mixed pack of hunting dogs, often not belonging to any of the hound breeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbery",1,1,2 ], "a noisy commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbery",1,2,1 ], "noisy or excitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin lace",1,1,1 ], "lace made with bobbins rather than with needle and thread (needlepoint lace);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin lace",1,1,1 ], "pillow lace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,1 ], "a spool or reel on which thread or yarn is wound, being unwound as required;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,1 ], "spool; reel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,2 ], "narrow braid or cord used as binding or for trimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,3 ], "a device consisting of a short bar and a length of string, used to control a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,3 ], "wooden door latch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,3,1 ], "a spool on which insulated wire is wound to form the coil of a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,3,1 ], "electromagnetic device, such as a bell or buzzer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobbin",1,1,3,2 ], "the coil of such a spool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbinet",1,1,1 ], "a netted fabric of hexagonal mesh, made on a lace machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobble",1,1,1 ], "a short jerky motion, as of a cork floating on disturbed water; bobbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobble",1,1,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobble",1,1,2 ], "a tufted ball, usually for ornament, as on a knitted hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobble",1,1,3 ], "any small dangling ball or bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobble",1,2,1 ], "to handle (something) ineptly; muff; bungle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobby pin",1,1,1 ], "a metal hair pin bent in order to hold the hair in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobby socks",1,1,1 ], "ankle-length socks worn by teenage girls, esp| in the U|S| in the 1940s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobby",1,1,1 ], "a British policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobby-dazzler",1,1,1 ], "anything outstanding, striking, or showy, esp| an attractive girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobbysoxer",1,1,1 ], "an adolescent girl wearing bobby socks, esp| in the 1940s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobcat",1,1,1 ], "a North American feline mammal, Lynx rufus, closely related to but smaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobcat",1,1,1 ], "a short tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bobcat",1,1,1 ], "than the lynx, having reddish-brown fur with dark spots or stripes, tufted ears, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobfloat",1,1,1 ], "a small buoyant float, usually consisting of a quill stuck through a piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobfloat",1,1,1 ], "cork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boblet",1,1,1 ], "a two-man bobsleigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobol",1,1,1 ], "a fraud carried out by one or more persons with access to public funds in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobol",1,1,1 ], "collusion with someone in a position of authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobol",1,2,1 ], "to commit a bobol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobolink",1,1,1 ], "an American songbird, Dolichonyx oryzivorus, the male of which has a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobolink",1,1,1 ], "back and black underparts in the breeding season: family Icteridae (American" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobolink",1,1,1 ], "orioles)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bobotie",1,1,1 ], "a South African dish consisting of curried mincemeat with a topping of beaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobotie",1,1,1 ], "egg baked to a crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobowler",1,1,1 ], "a large moth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobs" ,1, 1, 1],"a docked or diminutive tail",1). c_DEF([ "bobs" ,1, 1, 2],"an animal with such a tail",1). c_DEF([ "bobs" ,1, 2, 1],"having the tail cut short|~vb",1). c_DEF([ "bobs" ,1, 3, 1],"to dock the tail of",1). c_DEF([ "bobs" ,1, 3, 2],"to cut short; curtail",1). c_DEF([ "bobsleigh",1,1,1 ], "a racing sledge for two or more people, with a steering mechanism enabling the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobsleigh",1,1,1 ], "driver to direct it down a steeply banked ice-covered run" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobsleigh",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobsleigh",1,1,2,1 ], "a sleigh made of two short sledges joined one behind the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobsleigh",1,1,2,2 ], "one of these two short sledges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobsleigh",1,2,1 ], "to ride on a bobsleigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobstay",1,1,1 ], "a strong stay between a bowsprit and the stem of a vessel for holding down the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobstay",1,1,1 ], "bowsprit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobsy-die",1,1,1 ], "bobsy-die)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bobsy-die",1,1,1 ], "fuss; confusion; pandemonium (esp| in the phrases kick up bobsy-die, play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobwhite",1,1,1 ], "a brown North American quail, Colinus virginianus, the male of which has white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bobwhite",1,1,1 ], "markings on the head: a popular game bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bocage",1,1,1 ], "irregular-shaped fields and many hedges and copses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bocage",1,1,1 ], "the wooded countryside characteristic of northern France, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bocage",1,1,2 ], "woodland scenery represented in ceramics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boccaccio" ,1, 1, 1],"1313-75, Italian poet and writer, noted particularly for his",1). c_DEF([ "boccaccio" ,1, 1, 2],"a collection of 100 short stories| His other works include Filostrato (??1338)",1). c_DEF([ "boccaccio" ,1, 1, 2],"and Teseida (1341)",2). c_DEF([ "boccie",1,1,1 ], "an Italian version of bowls played on a lawn shorter and narrower than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boccie",1,1,1 ], "bowling green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bock beer",1,1,1 ], "heavy dark strong beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bock beer",1,1,2 ], "(in France) a light beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bod",1,1,1 ], "a fellow; chap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bode",1,1,1 ], "to be an omen of (good or ill, esp| of ill); portend; presage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bode",1,2,1 ], "to predict; foretell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bode",2,1,1 ], "the past tense of bide 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodega",1,1,1 ], "a shop selling wine and sometimes groceries, esp| in a Spanish-speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodega",1,1,1 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bodge",1,1,1 ], "to make a mess of; botch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodger",1,1,1 ], "worthless or second-rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodgie",1,1,1 ], "an unruly or uncouth young man, esp| in the 1950s; teddy boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodice",1,1,1 ], "the upper part of a woman's dress, from the shoulder to the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodice",1,1,2 ], "a tight-fitting corset worn laced over a blouse, as in certain European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodice",1,1,2 ], "national costumes, or (formerly) as a woman's undergarment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bodiless",1,1,1 ], "having no body or substance; incorporeal or insubstantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodily",1,1,1 ], "relating to or being a part of the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodily",1,2,1 ], "by taking hold of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodily",1,2,2 ], "in person; in the flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodkin",1,1,1 ], "a blunt large-eyed needle used esp| for drawing tape through openwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodkin",1,1,2 ], "a dagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodkin",1,1,3 ], "a pointed steel tool used for extracting characters when correcting metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodkin",1,1,3 ], "type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bodkin",1,1,4 ], "a long ornamental hairpin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body blow",1,1,1 ], "a severe disappointment or setback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body building",1,1,1 ], "the body conspicuous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "body building",1,1,1 ], "the practice of performing regular exercises designed to make the muscles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body cavity",1,1,1 ], "the internal cavity of any multicellular animal that contains the digestive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body cavity",1,1,1 ], "tract, heart, kidneys, etc| In vertebrates it develops from the coelom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "body corporate",1,1,1 ], "a group of persons incorporated to carry out a specific enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body image",1,1,1 ], "an individual's concept of his own body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body language",1,1,1 ], "bodily gestures, posture, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "body language",1,1,1 ], "the nonverbal imparting of information by means of conscious or subconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body politic",1,1,1 ], "the people of a nation or the nation itself considered as a political entity;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body politic",1,1,1 ], "the state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "body snatcher",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person who robbed graves and sold the corpses for dissection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body stocking",1,1,1 ], "a one-piece undergarment for women, usually of nylon, covering the torso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the entire physical structure of an animal or human being",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 10],"and the content of alcohol or tannin",2). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 10],"the characteristic full quality of certain wines, determined by the density",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 11],"substance or firmness, esp| of cloth",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 12],"the sound box of a guitar, violin, or similar stringed instrument",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 13],"the part of a dress covering the body from the shoulders to the waist",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 14, 1],"the pigment contained in or added to paint, dye, etc",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 14, 2],"the opacity of a paint in covering a surface",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 14],"another name for shank ,1,11",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 15, 1],"a white filler mixed with pigments to make them opaque",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 15, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 15],"(in water-colour painting)",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 16],"an informal or dialect word for a ,person",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 17],"keep body and soul together| to manage to keep alive; survive",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 18],"illustrations, appendices, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 18],"of or relating to the main reading matter of a book as distinct from headings,",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 2],"the trunk or torso, not including the limbs, head, or tail",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 3],"a dead human or animal; corpse",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 4],"the largest or main part of anything",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 5],"a separate or distinct mass of water or land",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 6],"the main part; majority",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 7],"the central part of a written work or document",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 8],"a number of individuals regarded as a single entity; group",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 9],"an object or substance that has three dimensions, a mass, and is",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 1, 9],"distinguishable from surrounding objects",2). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 2, 1],"ies, bodying, bodied",1). c_DEF([ "body" ,1, 3, 1],"(usually foll| by forth) to give a body or shape to",1). c_DEF([ "body-centred",1,1,1 ], "(of a crystal) having a lattice point at the centre of each unit cell as well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "body-centred",1,1,1 ], "as at the corners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "body-line",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to fast bowling aimed at the batsman's body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodycheck",1,1,1 ], "obstruction of another player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodycheck",1,1,2 ], "the act of blocking a charging opponent with the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodycheck",1,2,1 ], "to deliver a bodycheck to (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodyguard",1,1,1 ], "a man or group of men who escort and protect someone, esp| a political figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bodywork",1,1,1 ], "the external shell of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boeuf bourguignon",1,1,1 ], "a casserole of beef, vegetables, herbs, etc|, cooked in red wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boffin",1,1,1 ], "a scientist, esp| one carrying out military research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog asphodel",1,1,1 ], "either of two liliaceous plants, Narthecium ossifragum of Europe or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog asphodel",1,2,1 ], "americanum of North America, that grow in boggy places and have small yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog asphodel",1,2,1 ], "flowers and grasslike leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bog down",1,1,1 ], "(adv|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog down",1,1,2 ], "when tr|, often passive) to impede or be impeded physically or mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog in",1,1,1 ], "to start energetically on a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog in",1,1,2 ], "to start eating; tuck in|Also (prep|): bog into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog moss",1,1,1 ], "another name for peat moss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog myrtle",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweet gale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog oak",1,1,1 ], "oak or other wood preserved in peat bogs; bogwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog orchid",1,1,1 ], "an orchid, Hammarbya (or Malaxis)paludosa, growing, in, sphagnum, bogs, in," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog orchid",1,1,1 ], "the, N, hemisphere| It, has, greenish-yellow flowers and its leaves bear a fringe of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bog orchid",1,1,1 ], "tiny bulbils" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bog",1,1,1 ], "peat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bog",1,1,1 ], "wet spongy ground consisting of decomposing vegetation, which ultimately forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog",1,1,2 ], "an area of such ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog",1,1,3 ], "a place or thing that prevents or slows progress or improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for lavatory ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog",1,1,5 ], "the act or an instance of defecating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog-rush",1,1,1 ], "a blackish tufted cyperaceous plant, Schoenus nigricans, growing on boggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bog-rush",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bogan",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Maritime Provinces) a sluggish side stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogbean",1,1,1 ], "another name for buckbean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey hole",1,1,1 ], "a natural pool used for swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,1 ], "an evil or mischievous spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,2 ], "something that worries or annoys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,2,1 ], "a standard score for a hole or course, regarded as one that a good player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,2,1 ], "should make" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,2,2 ], "a score of one stroke over par on a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,3 ], "a piece of dried mucus discharged from the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,4 ], "an unidentified or hostile aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",1,1,5 ], "a detective; policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",2,1,1 ], "to bathe or swim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogey",2,2,1 ], "a bathe or swim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogeyman",1,1,1 ], "a person, real or imaginary, used as a threat, esp| to children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boggart",1,1,1 ], "a ghost or poltergeist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boggle",1,1,1 ], "to be surprised, confused, or alarmed (esp| in the phrase the mind boggles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boggle",1,1,2 ], "to hesitate or be evasive when confronted with a problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogie",1,1,1 ], "an assembly o four or six wheels forming a pivoted support at either end of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogie",1,1,1 ], "railway coach| It provides flexibility on curves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bogie",1,1,2 ], "a small railway truck of short wheelbase, used for conveying coal, ores, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogie",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bogey ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogle" ,1, 1, 1],"a dialect or archaic word for ,bogey ,1",1). c_DEF([ "bogong",1,1,1 ], "an edible dark-coloured Australian noctuid moth, Agrotis infusa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogtrotter",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory term for an Irishman, esp| an Irish peasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogus",1,1,1 ], "spurious or counterfeit; not genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogwood",1,1,1 ], "another name for bog oak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bogy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bogey ,1 or bogie ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bohea",1,1,1 ], "a black Chinese tea, once regarded as the choicest, but now as an inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bohea",1,1,1 ], "grade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bohunk",1,1,1 ], "derogatory slang| a labourer from east or central Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil away",1,1,1 ], "to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil away",1,1,2 ], "(liquid) to evaporate completely by boiling or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil away",1,1,3 ], "(of liquid) to evaporate completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil down",1,1,1 ], "boiling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boil down",1,1,1 ], "to reduce or be reduced in quantity and usually altered in consistency by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil down",1,1,2 ], "boil down to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil down",1,1,2,1 ], "to be the essential element in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil down",1,1,2,2 ], "to summarize; reduce to essentials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil off",1,1,1 ], "to remove or be removed (from) by boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil over",1,1,1 ], "to overflow or cause to overflow while boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil over",1,2,1 ], "to burst out in anger or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil up",1,1,1 ], "to make tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,1,1 ], "of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change from a liquid to a gas, esp| by the application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,1,2 ], "to reach or cause to reach boiling point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,1,3 ], "to cook or be cooked by the process of boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,2,1 ], "to bubble and be agitated like something boiling; seethe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,3,1 ], "boil)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,3,1 ], "to be extremely angry or indignant (esp| in the phrase make one's blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,4,1 ], "to contain a boiling liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,5,1 ], "boil)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boil",1,5,1 ], "the state or action of boiling (esp| in the phrases on the boil, off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",2,1,1 ], "a red painful swelling with a hard pus-filled core caused by bacterial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boil",2,1,1 ], "furuncle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boil",2,1,1 ], "infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, esp| at a hair follicle| Technical name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boiled shirt",1,1,1 ], "an informal term for dress shirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiled sweet",1,1,1 ], "a hard sticky sweet of boiled sugar with any of various flavourings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiler suit",1,1,1 ], "a work garment covering the entire body except for the head, hands, and feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiler",1,1,1 ], "a closed vessel or arrangement of enclosed tubes in which water is heated to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiler",1,1,1 ], "supply steam to drive an engine or turbine or provide heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boiler",1,1,2 ], "a domestic device burning solid fuel, gas, or oil, to provide hot water, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiler",1,1,2 ], "for central heating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boiler",1,1,3 ], "a large tub for boiling laundry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiler",1,1,4 ], "a tough old chicken for cooking by boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boilermaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who works with metal in heavy industry; plater or welder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boilermaker",1,1,2 ], "a drink of whisky mixed with beer or whisky followed by a beer chaser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boilerplate",1,1,1 ], "a form of mild-steel plate used in the production of boiler shells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiling point",1,1,1 ], "atmospheric pressure at sea level; the temperature at which the vapour pressure of a liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boiling point",1,1,1 ], "equals the external pressure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boiling point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature at which a liquid boils at a given pressure, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiling point",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being angered or highly excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiling",1,2,1 ], "very warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiling-water reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor using water as coolant and moderator, steam being produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boiling-water reactor",1,1,1 ], "in the reactor itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boilover",1,1,1 ], "a surprising result in a sporting event, esp| in a horse race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bois-brl",1,1,1 ], "a half-breed of Indian and White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bois-brl",1,1,2 ], "(usually French Canadian) ancestry; Metis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boisterous",1,1,1 ], "noisy and lively; unrestrained or unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boisterous",1,1,2 ], "(of the wind, sea, etc|) turbulent or stormy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bokmakierie",1,1,1 ], "a large yellow shrike, Telephorus zeylonus, of southern Africa, known for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bokmakierie",1,1,1 ], "melodious song" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bola",1,1,1 ], "a missile used by gauchos and Indians of South America, consisting of two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bola",1,1,1 ], "more heavy balls on a cord| It is hurled at a running quarry, such as an ox or emu," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bola",1,1,1 ], "so as to entangle its legs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bold face",1,1,1 ], "a weight of type characterized by thick heavy lines, as the entry words in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold face",1,1,1 ], "this dictionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bold face",1,2,1 ], "boldface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold face",1,2,2 ], "(of type) having this weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,1,1 ], "courageous, confident, and fearless; ready to take risks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,1,2 ], "showing or requiring courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,1,3 ], "immodest or impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,1,4 ], "standing out distinctly; conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,1,5 ], "very steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,1,6 ], "imaginative in thought or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,1,7 ], "set in bold face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bold",1,2,1 ], "short for bold face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bole",1,1,1 ], "the trunk of a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bole",2,1,1 ], "a reddish soft variety of clay used as a pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bole",2,1,2 ], "a moderate reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolection",1,1,1 ], "a stepped moulding covering and projecting beyond the joint between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolection",1,1,1 ], "members having surfaces at different levels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolero",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish dance, often accompanied by the guitar and castanets, usually in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolero",1,1,1 ], "triple time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolero",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolero",1,1,3 ], "a kind of short jacket not reaching the waist, worn by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boletus",1,1,1 ], "any saprophytic basidiomycetous fungus of the genus Boletus, having a brownish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boletus",1,1,1 ], "are edible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boletus",1,1,1 ], "umbrella-shaped cap with spore-bearing tubes in the underside: family Boletineae|Many species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolide",1,1,1 ], "a large exceptionally bright meteor that often explodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolivar",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Venezuela, equal to 100 centimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boll weevil",1,1,1 ], "a greyish weevil, Anthonomus grandis, of the southern U|S| and Mexico, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boll weevil",1,1,1 ], "larvae live in and destroy cotton bolls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boll",1,1,1 ], "containing the seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boll",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of such plants as flax and cotton, consisting of a rounded capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bollard",1,1,1 ], "a strong wooden or metal post mounted on a wharf, quay, etc|, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bollard",1,1,1 ], "securing mooring lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bollard",1,1,2 ], "a small post or marker placed on a kerb or traffic island to make it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bollard",1,1,2 ], "conspicuous to motorists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bollard",1,1,3 ], "an outcrop of rock or pillar of ice that may be used to belay a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bollocks" ,1, 1, 1],"ballocks, or U|S| bollix Taboo slang|~pl| n",1). c_DEF([ "bollocks" ,1, 1, 2],"another word for testicles",1). c_DEF([ "bollocks" ,1, 1, 3],"an exclamation of annoyance, disbelief, etc|~vb",1). c_DEF([ "bollocks" ,1, 1, 4],"(usually foll| by up) to muddle or botch",1). c_DEF([ "bollworm",1,1,1 ], "Platyedra)gossypiella , that feed on and destroy cotton bolls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bollworm",1,1,1 ], "any of various moth caterpillars, such as Pectinophora (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolo",1,1,1 ], "a large single-edged knife, originating in the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bologna sausage",1,1,1 ], "a large smoked sausage made of seasoned mixed meats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolometer",1,1,1 ], "a sensitive instrument for measuring radiant energy by the increase in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolometer",1,1,1 ], "resistance of an electrical conductor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boloney",1,1,1 ], "another name for bologna sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolshie" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "bolshie" ,1, 1, 2],"difficult to manage; rebellious",1). c_DEF([ "bolshie" ,1, 1, 3],"politically radical or left-wing|~n|, pl| shies",1). c_DEF([ "bolshie" ,1, 1, 4],"any political radical",1). c_DEF([ "bolson",1,1,1 ], "a desert valley surrounded by mountains, with a shallow lake at the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to support or reinforce; strengthen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,1,2 ], "to prop up with a pillow or cushion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,1,3 ], "to add padding to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,2,1 ], "a long narrow pillow or cushion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,2,2 ], "any pad or padded support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,2,3 ], "a short horizontal length of timber fixed to the top of a post to increase the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,2,3 ], "bearing area and reduce the span of the supported beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,2,4 ], "a cold chisel having a broad blade splayed towards the cutting edge, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolster",1,2,4 ], "cutting stone slabs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolt hole",1,1,1 ], "a way of escape from danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,1 ], "a bar that can be slid into a socket to lock a door, gate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,10 ], "a roll of something, such as cloth, wallpaper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,11 ], "an arrow, esp| for a crossbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,12 ], "shoot one's bolt| to exhaust one's efforts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,2 ], "a bar or rod that forms part of a locking mechanism and is moved by a key or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,2 ], "knob" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,3 ], "a metal rod or pin that has a head at one end and a screw thread at the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,3 ], "to take a nut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,4 ], "a sliding bar in a breech-loading firearm that ejects the empty cartridge," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,4 ], "replaces it with a new one, and closes the breech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,5 ], "a flash of lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,6 ], "a bolt from the blue| a sudden, unexpected, and usually unwelcome event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,7 ], "a sudden start or movement, esp| in order to escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,8 ], "an unexpected or sudden happening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,1,9 ], "a sudden desertion, esp| from a political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,2,1 ], "to secure or lock with or as with a bolt or bolts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,3,1 ], "to eat hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,4,1 ], "to move or jump suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,5,1 ], "(esp| of a horse) to start hurriedly and run away without warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,6,1 ], "to roll or make (cloth, wallpaper, etc|) into bolts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,6,2 ], "to desert (a political party, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,7,1 ], "(of cultivated plants) to produce flowers and seeds prematurely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",1,8,1 ], "stiffly, firmly, or rigidly (archaic except in the phrase bolt upright)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",2,1,1 ], "to pass (flour, a powder, etc|) through a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolt",2,1,2 ], "to examine and separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolter",1,1,1 ], "an outsider in a contest or race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolter",1,1,2 ], "an escaped convict; bushranger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boltonia",1,1,1 ], "any North American plant of the genus Boltonia, having daisy-like flowers with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boltonia",1,1,1 ], "white, violet, or pinkish rays: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boltrope",1,1,1 ], "a rope sewn to the foot or luff of a sail to strengthen it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolus",1,1,1 ], "a small round soft mass, esp| of chewed food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolus",1,1,2 ], "a large pill or tablet used in veterinary and clinical medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bolus",1,1,3 ], "another word for bole'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boma",1,1,1 ], "(in central and E Africa) an enclosure, esp| a palisade or fence of thorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boma",1,1,1 ], "bush, set up to protect a camp, herd of animals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boma",1,1,1,1 ], "a police post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boma",1,1,1,2 ], "a magistrate's office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb calorimeter",1,1,1 ], "a device for determining heats of combustion by igniting a sample in a high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb calorimeter",1,1,1 ], "pressure of oxygen in a sealed vessel and measuring the resulting rise in temperature:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bomb calorimeter",1,1,1 ], "used for measuring the calorific value of foods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bomb out",1,1,1 ], "to make homeless by bombing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb site",1,1,1 ], "an area where the buildings have been destroyed by bombs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,1 ], "(of furniture)having a projecting swollen shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,1,1 ], "a hollow projectile containing explosive, incendiary, or other destructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,1,1 ], "substance, esp| one carried by aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,1,3 ], "a bombload; bombproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,2 ], "any container filled with explosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,3 ], "the bomb| a hydrogen or atom bomb considered as the ultimate destructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,3 ], "weapon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,4 ], "a round or pear-shaped mass of volcanic rock, solidified from molten lava that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,4 ], "has been thrown into the air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,5 ], "a container for radioactive material, applied therapeutically to any part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,5 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,6 ], "a large sum of money (esp| in the phrase make a bomb)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,7 ], "a disastrous failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,8 ], "an old or dilapidated motor car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,9 ], "like a bomb| Brit| informal| with great speed or success; very well (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,1,9 ], "the phrase go like a bomb)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,2,1 ], "to attack with or as if with a bomb or bombs; drop bombs (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,3,1 ], "to move or go very quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomb",1,4,1 ], "to fail disastrously; be a flop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombacaceous",1,1,1 ], "including the kapok tree and baobab, that have very thick stems, often with water-storing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bombacaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Bombacaceae, a family of tropical trees," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombacaceous",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bombard",1,1,1 ], "(b$Am!b$a$:d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombard",1,2,1 ], "to attack with concentrated artillery fire or bombs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombard",1,2,2 ], "to attack with vigour and persistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombard",1,2,3 ], "to attack verbally, esp| with questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombard",1,2,4 ], "to direct high-energy particles or photons against (atoms, nuclei, etc|), esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombard",1,2,4 ], "to produce ions or nuclear transformations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bombard",1,3,1 ], "an ancient type of cannon that threw stone balls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombardier",1,1,1 ], "the member of a bomber aircrew responsible for aiming and releasing the bombs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombardier",1,1,2 ], "an ordinary soldier in the Royal Artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombardier",1,1,3 ], "any of various small carabid beetles of the genus Brachinus, esp| B| crepitans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombardier",1,1,3 ], "of Europe, which defend themselves by ejecting a jet of volatile fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bombardier",1,1,4 ], "a snow tractor, usually having caterpillar tracks at the rear and skis at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombardier",1,1,4 ], "front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bombardon",1,1,1 ], "a brass instrument of the tuba type, similar to a sousaphone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombardon",1,1,2 ], "a 16-foot bass reed stop on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombast",1,1,1 ], "pompous and grandiloquent language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombast",1,1,2 ], "material used for padding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombazine",1,1,1 ], "a twilled fabric, esp| one with a silk warp and worsted weft, formerly worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombazine",1,1,1 ], "dyed black for mourning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bombe",1,1,1 ], "a dessert of ice cream lined or filled with custard, cake crumbs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombe",1,1,2 ], "a mould shaped like a bomb in which this dessert is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomber",1,1,1 ], "a military aircraft designed to carry out bombing missions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomber",1,1,2 ], "a person who plants bombs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bomber",1,1,3 ], "a Polaris submarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombing run",1,1,1 ], "an approach by a bomber to a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombora",1,1,1,1 ], "a submerged reef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombora",1,1,1,2 ], "a turbulent area of sea over such a reef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombshell",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a bomb or artillery shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombshell",1,1,2 ], "a shocking or unwelcome surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombshell",1,1,3 ], "an attractive girl or woman (esp| in the phrase blonde bombshell)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombsight",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical or electronic device in an aircraft for aiming bombs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombycid",1,1,1 ], "any moth, including the silkworm moth, of the family Bombycidae, most of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bombycid",1,1,1 ], "occur in Africa and SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bombycid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Bombycidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bon mot",1,1,1 ], "a clever and fitting remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bon ton",1,1,1 ], "sophisticated manners or breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bon ton",1,1,2 ], "fashionable society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bon vivant",1,1,1 ], "French): bon viveur " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bon vivant",1,1,1 ], "a person who enjoys luxuries, esp| good food and drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bon voyage",1,1,1 ], "a phrase used to wish a traveller a pleasant journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bona fide",1,1,1 ], "real or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bona fide",1,1,2 ], "undertaken in good faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bona fides",1,1,1 ], "good faith; honest intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bona vacantia",1,1,1 ], "unclaimed goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonanza",1,1,1 ], "a source, usually sudden and unexpected, of luck or wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonanza",1,1,2 ], "a mine or vein rich in ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonbon",1,1,1 ], "a sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonce",1,1,1 ], "the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond paper",1,1,1 ], "a superior quality of strong white paper, used esp| for writing and typing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond washing",1,1,1 ], "a series of illegal deals in bonds made with the intention of avoiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond washing",1,1,1 ], "taxation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,1 ], "something that binds, fastens, or holds together, such as a chain or rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,10 ], "any of various arrangements of bricks or stones in a wall in which they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,10 ], "overlap so as to provide strength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,11 ], "in bond| Commerce| deposited in a bonded warehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,2 ], "something that brings or holds people together; tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,3 ], "something that restrains or imprisons; captivity or imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,4 ], "something that governs behaviour; obligation; duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,5 ], "a written or spoken agreement, esp| a promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,6 ], "adhesive quality or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,7 ], "a certificate of debt issued in order to raise funds| It carries a fixed rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,7 ], "of interest and is repayable with or without security at a specified future date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,8 ], "a written acknowledgment of an obligation to pay a sum or to perform a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,8 ], "contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,9 ], "a policy guaranteeing payment of a stated sum to an employer in compensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,1,9 ], "for financial losses incurred through illegal or unauthorized acts of an employee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,2,1 ], "to hold or be held together, as by a rope or an adhesive; bind; connect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,2,2 ], "to put or hold (goods) in bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,2,3 ], "to place under bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,2,4 ], "to issue bonds on; mortgage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bond",1,2,5 ], "to arrange (bricks, etc|) in a bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondage",1,1,1 ], "slavery or serfdom; servitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondage",1,1,2 ], "services for their lord in return for holdings of land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bondage",1,1,2 ], "the condition and status of unfree peasants who provided labour and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonded warehouse",1,1,1 ], "a warehouse in which imported goods are deposited until they are re-exported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonded warehouse",1,1,1 ], "or duty is paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonded",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, secured by, or operating under a bond or bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonded",1,1,2 ], "deposited in a bonded warehouse; placed or stored in bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondholder",1,1,1 ], "an owner of one or more bonds issued by a company or other institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondmaid",1,1,1 ], "an unmarried female serf or slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondservant",1,1,1 ], "a serf or slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondsman",1,1,1 ], "a person bound by bond to act as surety for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondsman",1,1,2 ], "another word for bondservant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bondstone",1,1,1 ], "a long stone or brick laid in a wall as a header" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone ash",1,1,1 ], "calcium phosphate| It is used as a fertilizer and in the manufacture of bone china" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bone ash",1,1,1 ], "the residue obtained when bones are burned in air, consisting mainly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone china",1,1,1 ], "porcelain containing bone ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone idle",1,1,1 ], "very idle; extremely lazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone meal",1,1,1 ], "feeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bone meal",1,1,1 ], "the product of dried and ground animal bones, used as a fertilizer or in stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone of contention",1,1,1 ], "the grounds or subject of a dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone oil",1,1,1 ], "a dark brown pungent oil, containing pyridine and hydrocarbons, obtained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone oil",1,1,1 ], "the destructive distillation of bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bone up",1,1,1 ], "Informal, chiefly U|S| to study intensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,1 ], "any of the various structures that make up the skeleton in most vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,10 ], "have a bone to pick| to have grounds for a quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,11 ], "make no bones about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,11,1 ], "to be direct and candid about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,11,2 ], "to have no objections to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,12 ], "near or close to the bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,12,1 ], "risque or indecent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,12,2 ], "in poverty; destitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,13 ], "(never) make old bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,14 ], "(not) live to a ripe old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,15 ], "point the bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,16 ], "(often foll| by at)Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,16,1 ], "to wish bad luck (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,16,2 ], "to threaten to bring about the downfall (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,2 ], "and small holes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,2 ], "of collagen and inorganic salts, esp| calcium phosphate, interspersed with canals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,2 ], "the porous rigid tissue of which these parts are made, consisting of a matrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,3 ], "something consisting of bone or a bonelike substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,4 ], "the human skeleton or body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,5 ], "a thin strip of whalebone, light metal, plastic, etc|, used to stiffen corsets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,5 ], "and brassieres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,6 ], "the essentials (esp| in the phrase the bare bones)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,7 ], "dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,8 ], "an informal nickname for a doctor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,1,9 ], "feel in one's bones| to have an intuition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,2,1 ], "to remove the bones from (meat for cooking, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,2,2 ], "to stiffen (a corset, etc|) by inserting bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,2,3 ], "to fertilize with bone meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone",1,2,4 ], "a slang word for steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone-dry",1,1,1,1 ], "completely dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bone-dry",1,1,1,2 ], "the well was bone dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boneblack",1,1,1 ], "10 per cent carbon and 80 per cent calcium phosphate, used as a decolourizing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boneblack",1,1,1 ], "a black residue from the destructive distillation of bones, containing about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boneblack",1,1,1 ], "agent and pigment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bonefish",1,1,1 ], "a silvery marine clupeoid game fish, Albula vulpes, occurring in warm shallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonefish",1,1,1 ], "waters: family Albulidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonefish",1,1,2 ], "a similar related fish, Dixonina nemoptera, of the Pacific Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonehead",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or obstinate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boner",1,1,1 ], "a blunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boneset",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American plants of the genus Eupatorium, esp| E|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boneset",1,1,1 ], "perfoliatum, which has flat clusters of small white flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonesetter",1,1,1 ], "a person who sets broken or dislocated bones, esp| one who has no formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonesetter",1,1,1 ], "medical qualifications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boneshaker",1,1,1 ], "an early type of bicycle having solid tyres and no springs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boneshaker",1,1,2 ], "any decrepit or rickety vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boneyard",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a cemetery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonfire",1,1,1 ], "a large outdoor fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bong",1,1,1 ], "a deep reverberating sound, as of a large bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bong",1,2,1 ], "to make a deep reverberating sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bongo",1,1,1 ], "a rare spiral-horned antelope, Boocercus (or Taurotragus)eurycerus, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bongo",1,1,1 ], "forests of central Africa| The coat is bright red-brown with narrow vertical stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bongo",2,1,1 ], "a small bucket-shaped drum, usually one of a pair, played by beating with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bongo",2,1,1 ], "fingers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bongo",3,1,1 ], "a head injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonhomie",1,1,1 ], "exuberant friendliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the world is good, although not the best of all possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonism",1,1,1 ], "worlds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonito",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic and Pacific waters: family Scombridae (tunnies and mackerels)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonito",1,1,1 ], "any of various small tunny-like marine food fishes of the genus Sarda, of warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonito",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related fishes, such as Katsuwonus pelamis , the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonito",1,1,2 ], "flesh of which is dried and flaked and used in Japanese cookery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonkers",1,1,1 ], "mad; crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonne bouche",1,1,1 ], "a tasty titbit or morsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonne",1,1,1 ], "a housemaid or female servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet monkey",1,1,1 ], "an Indian macaque, Macaca radiata, with a bonnet-like tuft of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet rouge",1,1,1 ], "a red cap worn by ardent supporters of the French Revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet rouge",1,1,2 ], "an extremist or revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,1 ], "any of various hats worn, esp| formerly, by women and girls, usually framing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,1 ], "the face and tied with ribbons under the chin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,2 ], "(in Scotland) a flat brimless cap worn by men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,3 ], "engine, or to the luggage space in a rear-engined vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,3 ], "the hinged metal part of a motor vehicle body that provides access to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,4 ], "a cowl on a chimney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,5 ], "a piece of sail laced to the foot of a foresail to give it greater area in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,5 ], "light winds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,6 ], "a headdress of feathers worn by some tribes of American Indians, esp| formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonnet",1,1,6 ], "as a sign of war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonny",1,1,2 ], "and northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonny",1,1,3 ], "beautiful or handsome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonny",1,1,4 ], "merry or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonny",1,1,5 ], "good or fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonny",1,1,6 ], "(esp| of babies) plump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonny",1,2,1 ], "agreeably or well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonsai",1,1,1 ], "shallow pots by selective pruning, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonsai",1,1,1 ], "the art of growing dwarfed ornamental varieties of trees or shrubs in small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonsai",1,1,2 ], "a tree or shrub grown by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonsela",1,1,1 ], "a small gift to a Black African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonspiel",1,1,1 ], "a curling match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bontebok",1,1,1 ], "an antelope, Damaliscus pygargus (or dorcas), of southern Africa, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bontebok",1,1,1 ], "deep reddish-brown coat with a white blaze, tail, and rump patch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonus issue",1,1,1 ], "among existing shareholders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonus issue",1,1,1 ], "an issue of shares made by a company without charge and distributed pro rata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonus",1,1,1 ], "something given, paid, or received above what is due or expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonus",1,1,2 ], "an extra dividend allotted to shareholders out of profits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonus",1,1,3 ], "a dividend, esp| a percentage of net profits, distributed to policyholders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonus",1,1,3 ], "either annually or when the policy matures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bonus",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for a bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bony",1,1,1 ], "bonier, boniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bony",1,1,2 ], "resembling or consisting of bone or bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bony",1,1,3 ], "having many bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bony",1,1,4 ], "having prominent bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bony",1,1,5 ], "thin or emaciated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bony",1,1,6 ], "(of fishes) having a skeleton of bone, rather than of cartilage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonze",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese or Japanese Buddhist priest or monk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bonzer",1,1,1 ], "slang, archaic| excellent; very good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boo" ,1, 1, 1],"an exclamation uttered to startle or surprise someone, esp| a child",1). c_DEF([ "boo" ,1, 1, 2],"a shout uttered to express disgust, dissatisfaction, or contempt, esp| at a",1). c_DEF([ "boo" ,1, 1, 2],"theatrical production, political meeting, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "boo" ,1, 1, 3],"would not say boo to a goose| is extremely timid or diffident",1). c_DEF([ "boo" ,1, 2, 1],"dissatisfaction, or disapproval",2). c_DEF([ "boo" ,1, 2, 1],"to shout @6boo@9 at (someone or something), esp| as an expression of disgust,",1). c_DEF([ "boo-boo",1,1,1 ], "an embarrassing mistake; blunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boob tube",1,1,1 ], "a television receiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boob",1,1,1 ], "an ignorant or foolish person; booby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boob",1,1,2 ], "an embarrassing mistake; blunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boob",1,1,3 ], "a female breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boob",1,2,1 ], "to make a blunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boobialla",1,1,1 ], "another name for golden wattle ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boobialla",1,1,2 ], "any of various trees or shrubs of the genus Myoporum, esp| M| insulare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boobook",1,1,1 ], "a small spotted brown Australian owl, Ninox boobook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booby hatch",1,1,1 ], "a hoodlike covering for a hatchway on a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booby hatch",1,1,2 ], "a mental hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booby prize",1,1,1 ], "a mock prize given to the person having the lowest score or worst performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booby prize",1,1,1 ], "in a competition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booby trap" ,1, 1, 1],"a hidden explosive device primed in such a way as to be set off by an",1). c_DEF([ "booby trap" ,1, 1, 1],"unsuspecting intruder",2). c_DEF([ "booby trap" ,1, 1, 2],"a trap for an unsuspecting person, esp| one intended as a practical joke, such",1). c_DEF([ "booby trap" ,1, 1, 2],"as an object balanced above a door to fall on the person who opens it",2). c_DEF([ "booby trap" ,1, 2, 1],"by-trap, -traps, -trapping, -trapped",1). c_DEF([ "booby trap" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to set a booby trap in or on (a building or object) or for (a person)",1). c_DEF([ "booby" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "booby" ,1, 1, 2],"an ignorant or foolish person",1). c_DEF([ "booby" ,1, 1, 3],"the losing player in a game",1). c_DEF([ "booby" ,1, 1, 4],"Pelecaniformes (pelicans, cormorants, etc|)|They have a straight stout bill and the plumage is",2). c_DEF([ "booby" ,1, 1, 4],"any of several tropical marine birds of the genus Sula: family Sulidae, order",1). c_DEF([ "booby" ,1, 1, 4],"white with darker markings",3). c_DEF([ "boodle",1,1,1 ], "money or valuables, esp| when stolen, counterfeit, or used as a bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boodle",1,1,2 ], "another word for caboodle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boodle",1,2,1 ], "to give or receive money corruptly or illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boogie",1,1,1 ], "to dance to pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boogie",1,2,1 ], "a session of dancing to pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boogie-woogie",1,1,1 ], "a bar and the harmonies of the 12-bar blues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boogie-woogie",1,1,1 ], "a style of piano jazz using a dotted bass pattern, usually with eight notes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boohoo" ,1, 1, 1],"to sob or pretend to sob noisily",1). c_DEF([ "boohoo" ,1, 2, 1],"hoos",1). c_DEF([ "boohoo" ,1, 2, 2],"(sometimes pl|) distressed or pretended sobbing",1). c_DEF([ "book club",1,1,1 ], "a club that sells books at low prices to members, esp| on condition that they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book club",1,1,1 ], "buy a minimum number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book end",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of usually ornamental supports for holding a row of books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book end",1,1,1 ], "upright" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book in",1,1,1 ], "to reserve a room for (oneself or someone else) at a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book in",1,1,2 ], "to record something in a book or register, esp| one's arrival at a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book into",1,1,1 ], "to reserve a room for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book into",1,1,2 ], "(oneself or someone else) at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book into",1,1,3 ], "(a hotel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book of account",1,1,1 ], "another name for journal (sense 4a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book of original entry",1,1,1 ], "another name for journal (sense 4a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book out",1,1,1 ], "to leave or cause to leave a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book out",1,2,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book out",1,2,1 ], "to remove (a book or borrowed article) from a library or store and sign for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book scorpion",1,1,1 ], "any of various small arachnids of the order Pseudoscorpionida (false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book scorpion",1,1,1 ], "scorpions), esp| Chelifer cancroides, which are sometimes found in old books, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book token",1,1,1 ], "a gift token to be exchanged for books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book value",1,1,1 ], "the value of an asset of a business according to its books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book value",1,1,1,1 ], "over book liabilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book value",1,1,1,1 ], "the net capital value of an enterprise as shown by the excess of book assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book value",1,1,1,2 ], "enterprise by its issued shares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book value",1,1,1,2 ], "the value of a share computed by dividing the net capital value of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,1 ], "a number of printed or written pages bound together along one edge and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,1 ], "protected by thick paper or stiff pasteboard covers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,1,1 ], "a written work or composition, such as a novel, technical manual, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,1,1 ], "dictionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,1,3 ], "bookseller; bookshop; bookshelf; bookrack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,10 ], "an open book| a person or subject that is thoroughly understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,11 ], "a closed book| a person or subject that is unknown or beyond comprehension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,12 ], "bring to book| to reprimand or require (someone) to give an explanation of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,12 ], "conduct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,13 ], "close the books| Book-keeping| to balance accounts in order to prepare a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,13 ], "statement or report" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,14 ], "accounts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,14 ], "cook the books| Informal| to make fraudulent alterations to business or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,15 ], "in someone's good books| Informal| regarded by someone with favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,16 ], "(or disfavour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,17 ], "enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,17 ], "keep the books| to keep written records of the finances of a business or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,18 ], "on the books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,18,1 ], "enrolled as a member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,18,2 ], "registered or recorded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,19 ], "etc|) thoroughly and clearly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,19 ], "read (someone) like a book| to understand (a person, his motives, character," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,2 ], "a number of blank or ruled sheets of paper bound together, used to record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,2 ], "lessons, keep accounts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,20 ], "suit one's book| to be pleasing or acceptable to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,21 ], "throw the book at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,21,1 ], "to charge with every relevant offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,21,2 ], "to inflict the most severe punishment on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,3 ], "the script of a play or the libretto of an opera, musical, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,4 ], "a major division of a written composition, as of a long novel or of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,5 ], "a number of tickets, sheets, stamps, etc|, fastened together along one edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,6 ], "(in card games) the number of tricks that must be taken by a side or player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,6 ], "before any trick has a scoring value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,7 ], "according to the book, by the book)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,7 ], "strict or rigid regulations, rules, or standards (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,8 ], "a source of knowledge or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,1,9 ], "a telephone directory (in the phrase in the book)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,2,1 ], "driver, etc|) in advance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,2,1 ], "to reserve (a place, passage, etc|) or engage the services of (a performer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,3,1 ], "to take the name and address of (a person guilty of a minor offence) with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,3,1 ], "view to bringing a prosecution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,4,1 ], "(of a football referee) to take the name of (a player) who grossly infringes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,4,1 ], "the field" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,4,1 ], "the rules while playing, three such acts resulting in the player's dismissal from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "book",1,5,1 ], "to record in a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book-keeping",1,1,1 ], "the skill or occupation of systematically recording business transactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book-learning",1,1,1 ], "knowledge gained from books rather than from direct personal experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "book-learning",1,1,2 ], "formal education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookbinder",1,1,1 ], "a person whose business or craft is binding books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookbindery",1,1,1 ], "a place in which books are bound| Often shortened to bindery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookcase",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture containing shelves for books, often fitted with glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookcase",1,1,1 ], "doors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookie",1,1,1 ], "short for bookmaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booking",1,1,1,1 ], "a reservation, as of a table or room in a hotel, seat in a theatre, or seat on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booking",1,1,1,1 ], "a train, aircraft, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booking",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booking",1,1,2 ], "an engagement for the services of an actor or acting company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookish",1,1,1 ], "fond of reading; studious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookish",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or forming opinions or attitudes through reading rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookish",1,1,2 ], "direct personal experience; academic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookish",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booklet",1,1,1 ], "a thin book, esp| one having paper covers; pamphlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booklouse",1,1,1 ], "any small insect of the order Psocoptera, esp| Trogium pulsatorium , a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booklouse",1,1,1 ], "wingless species that feeds on bookbinding paste, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookmaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who as an occupation accepts bets, esp| on horseraces, and pays out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookmaker",1,1,1 ], "to winning betters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookmark",1,1,1 ], "a strip or band of some material, such as leather or ribbon, put between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookmark",1,1,1 ], "pages of a book to mark a place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookmobile",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for mobile library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookplate",1,1,1 ], "a label bearing the owner's name and an individual design or coat of arms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookplate",1,1,1 ], "pasted into a book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookstall",1,1,1 ], "a stall or stand where periodicals, newspapers, or books are sold| U|S| word:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookstall",1,1,1 ], "newsstand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookworm",1,1,1 ], "any of various small insects that feed on the binding paste of books, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bookworm",1,1,1 ], "book louse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bookworm",1,1,2 ], "a person excessively devoted to studying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom town",1,1,1 ], "a town that is enjoying sudden prosperity or has grown rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",1,1,1 ], "to make a deep prolonged resonant sound, as of thunder or artillery fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",1,1,2 ], "to prosper or cause to prosper vigorously and rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",1,2,1 ], "a deep prolonged resonant sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",1,2,2 ], "the cry of certain animals, esp| the bittern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",1,2,3 ], "a period of high economic growth characterized by rising wages, profits, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",1,2,3 ], "activity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boom",1,2,3 ], "prices, full employment, and high levels of investment, trade, and other economic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,1 ], "a spar to which a sail is fastened to control its position relative to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,1 ], "wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,2 ], "a beam or spar pivoting at the foot of the mast of a derrick, controlling the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,2 ], "distance from the mast at which a load is lifted or lowered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,3 ], "a film or television set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,3 ], "a pole, usually extensible, carrying an overhead microphone and projected over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,3,1 ], "a barrier across a waterway, usually consisting of a chain of connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,3,1 ], "floating logs, to confine free-floating logs, protect a harbour from attack, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boom",2,1,3,2 ], "the area so barred off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomer",1,1,1 ], "a large male kangaroo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomer",1,1,2 ], "anything exceptionally large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomerang",1,1,1 ], "a curved flat wooden missile of Australian aborigines, which can be made to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomerang",1,1,1 ], "return to the thrower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boomerang",1,1,2 ], "an action or statement that recoils on its originator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomerang",1,2,1 ], "to recoil or return unexpectedly, causing harm to its originator; backfire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomkin",1,1,1 ], "a short boom projecting from the deck of a ship, used to secure the main-brace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomkin",1,1,1 ], "blocks or to extend the lower edge of the foresail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boomslang",1,1,1 ], "a large greenish venomous arboreal colubrid snake, Dispholidus typus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boomslang",1,1,1 ], "southern Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boon",1,1,1 ], "something extremely useful, helpful, or beneficial; a blessing or benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boon",1,1,2 ], "a favour; request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boon",2,1,1 ], "close, special, or intimate (in the phrase boon companion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boon",2,1,2 ], "jolly or convivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boondocks",1,1,1 ], "wild, desolate, or uninhabitable country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boondocks",1,1,2 ], "a remote rural or provincial area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boondoggle",1,1,1 ], "to do futile and unnecessary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boondoggle",1,2,1 ], "futile and unnecessary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boong",1,1,1 ], "a coloured person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boor",1,1,1 ], "an ill-mannered, clumsy, or insensitive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,1,1 ], "encouragement, improvement, or help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,1,2 ], "an upward thrust or push" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,1,3 ], "an increase or rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,1,4 ], "internal-combustion engine exceeds that of the ambient pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,1,4 ], "the amount by which the induction pressure of a supercharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,2,1 ], "to encourage, assist, or improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,2,2 ], "to lift by giving a push from below or behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,2,3 ], "to increase or raise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,2,4 ], "to cause to rise; increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,2,5 ], "that of the ambient pressure; supercharge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boost",1,2,5 ], "to increase the induction pressure of (an internal-combustion engine) above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booster shot",1,1,1 ], "a supplementary injection of a vaccine given to maintain the immunization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booster shot",1,1,1 ], "provided by an earlier dose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that supports, assists, or increases power or effectiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,2 ], "the first stage of a multistage rocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,2,1 ], "a radio-frequency amplifier connected between an aerial and a receiver to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,2,1 ], "amplify weak incoming signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,2,2 ], "a radio-frequency amplifier that amplifies incoming signals, retransmitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,2,2 ], "them at higher power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,3 ], "another name for supercharger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booster",1,1,4 ], "short for booster shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot tree",1,1,1 ], "a shoetree for a boot, often having supports to stretch the leg of the boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot tree",1,1,2 ], "a last for making boots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,1 ], "a strong outer covering for the foot; shoe that extends above the ankle, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,1 ], "to the knee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,10 ], "bet one's boots| to be certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,11 ], "lick the boots of| to be servile, obsequious, or flattering towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,12 ], "die with one's boots on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,12,1 ], "to die while still active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,12,2 ], "to die in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,13 ], "put the boot in| Brit| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,13,1 ], "to kick a person, esp| when he is already down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,13,2 ], "to harass someone or aggravate a problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,14 ], "too big for one's boots| self-important or conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,15 ], "the boot is on the other foot or leg| the situation is or has now reversed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,2 ], "an enclosed compartment of a car for holding luggage, etc|, usually at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,2 ], "rear| U|S| name: trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,3 ], "a protective covering over a mechanical device, such as a rubber sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,3 ], "protecting a coupling joining two shafts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,4 ], "a rubber patch used to repair a puncture in a tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,5 ], "an instrument of torture used to crush the foot and lower leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,6 ], "a protective covering for the lower leg of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,7 ], "a kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,8 ], "an ugly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,1,9 ], "the boot| Slang| dismissal from employment; the sack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,2,1 ], "(esp| in football) to kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,2,2 ], "to equip with boots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,2,2,1 ], "(often foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,2,3 ], "to eject forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",1,2,3,2 ], "to dismiss from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",2,1,1 ], "to be of advantage or use to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",2,2,1 ], "an advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",2,2,2 ], "something given in addition, esp| to equalize an exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boot",2,2,3 ], "to boot| as well; in addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootblack",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a person who shines boots and shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booted",1,1,1 ], "wearing boots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booted",1,1,1,1 ], "(of birds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booted",1,1,2 ], "having an undivided tarsus covered with a horny sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booted",1,1,2,2 ], "(of poultry) having a feathered tarsus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootee",1,1,1 ], "a soft shoe for a baby, esp| a knitted one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootee",1,1,2 ], "a boot for women and children, esp| an ankle-length one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,1 ], "a stall for the display or sale of goods, esp| a temporary one at a fair or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,1 ], "market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,2 ], "a small enclosed or partially enclosed room or cubicle, such as one containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,2 ], "a telephone (telephone booth) or one in which a person casts his vote at an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,2 ], "election (polling booth)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,3 ], "inexpensive restaurants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,3 ], "two long high-backed benches with a long table between, used esp| in bars and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booth",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) a temporary structure for shelter, dwelling, storage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootjack",1,1,1 ], "a device that grips the heel of a boot to enable the foot to be withdrawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootjack",1,1,1 ], "easily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bootlace",1,1,1 ], "a strong lace for fastening a boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootleg",1,1,1 ], "to make, carry, or sell (illicit goods, esp| alcohol)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootleg",1,2,1 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bootleg",1,2,1 ], "something made or sold illicitly, such as alcohol during Prohibition in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootleg",1,3,1 ], "produced, distributed, or sold illicitly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootless",1,1,1 ], "of little or no use; vain; fruitless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootlick",1,1,1 ], "someone in authority); toady" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bootlick",1,1,1 ], "to seek favour by servile or ingratiating behaviour towards (someone, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootloader",1,1,1 ], "short for bootstrap loader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boots and all",1,1,1 ], "making every effort; with no holds barred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boots and all",1,2,1 ], "behaving or conducted in such a manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boots and saddles",1,1,1 ], "a bugle call formerly used in the U|S| Cavalry to summon soldiers to mount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boots",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a bootblack who cleans the guest's shoes in a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootstrap",1,1,1 ], "a leather or fabric loop on the back or side of a boot for pulling it on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootstrap",1,1,2 ], "by one's bootstraps| by one's own efforts; unaided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootstrap",1,1,3 ], "output voltage to bias its input or a self-consistent theory of nuclear interactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bootstrap",1,1,3 ], "self-acting or self-sufficient, as an electronic amplifier that uses its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootstrap",1,1,3,1 ], "a technique for loading the first few program instructions into a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bootstrap",1,1,3,1 ], "main store to enable the rest of the program to be introduced from an input device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bootstrap",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booty",1,1,1 ], "any valuable article or articles, esp| when obtained as plunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booze",1,1,1 ], "alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booze",1,1,2 ], "a drinking bout or party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booze",1,2,1 ], "to drink (alcohol), esp| in excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "booze-up",1,1,1 ], "and Austral| slang| a drinking spree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boozer",1,1,1 ], "a person who is fond of drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boozer",1,1,2 ], "and Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boozer",1,1,3 ], "a bar or pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boozy",1,1,1 ], "boozier, booziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boozy",1,1,2 ], "inclined to or involving excessive drinking of alcohol; drunken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bop",2,1,1 ], "to strike; hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bop",2,2,1 ], "a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bora",1,1,1 ], "Adriatic, usually in winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bora",1,1,1 ], "a violent cold north wind blowing from the mountains to the E coast of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bora",2,1,1 ], "an initiation ceremony of Australian Aborigines, introducing youths to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bora",2,1,1 ], "manhood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boracic",1,1,1 ], "another word for boric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boracite",1,1,1 ], "a white mineral that forms salt deposits of magnesium borate and chloride in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boracite",1,1,1 ], "cubic crystalline form| Formula: Mg6Cl2B14O26" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borage",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean boraginaceous plant, Borago officinalis, with star-shaped blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borage",1,1,1 ], "flowers| The young leaves have a cucumber-like flavour and are sometimes used in salads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borage",1,1,1 ], "or as seasoning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "borage",1,1,2 ], "any of several related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boraginaceous",1,1,1 ], "borage, comfrey, and heliotrope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boraginaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Boraginaceae, a family of temperate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boraginaceous",1,1,1 ], "tropical typically hairy-leaved flowering plants that includes forget-me-not, lungwort," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borak",1,1,1 ], "rubbish; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borane",1,1,1 ], "any compound of boron and hydrogen, used in the synthesis of other boron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borane",1,1,1 ], "compounds and as high-energy fuels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of boric acid| Salts of boric acid consist of BO3 and BO4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borate",1,1,1 ], "units linked together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borate",1,3,1 ], "to treat with borax, boric acid, or borate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borax",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Na2B4O7|10H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "borax",1,1,1 ], "a soluble readily fusible white mineral consisting of impure hydrated disodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borax",1,1,1 ], "tetraborate in monoclinic crystalline form, occurring in alkaline soils and salt deposits|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borax",1,1,2 ], "pure disodium tetraborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borazon",1,1,1 ], "an extremely hard form of boron nitride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borborygmus",1,1,1 ], "rumbling of the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bordello",1,1,1 ], "a brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border terrier",1,1,1 ], "a small rough-coated breed of terrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,1 ], "a band or margin around or along the edge of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,2 ], "the dividing line or frontier between political or geographic regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,2,1 ], "a design or ornamental strip around the edge or rim of something, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,2,1 ], "a region straddling such a boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,2,1 ], "printed page or dinner plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,3 ], "a long narrow strip of ground planted with flowers, shrubs, trees, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,1,3 ], "skirts a path or wall or surrounds a lawn or other area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,2,1 ], "to decorate or provide with a border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on or upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,2,2,1 ], "to be adjacent (to); lie along the boundary (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "border",1,2,2,2 ], "to be nearly the same (as); verge (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bordereau",1,1,1 ], "a memorandum or invoice prepared for a company by an underwriter, containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bordereau",1,1,1 ], "list of reinsured risks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borderer",1,1,1 ], "Scotland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borderer",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in a border area, esp| the border between England and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borderland",1,1,1 ], "land located on or near a frontier or boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borderland",1,1,2 ], "an indeterminate region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borderline",1,1,1 ], "a border; dividing line; line of demarcation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borderline",1,1,2 ], "an indeterminate position between two conditions or qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borderline",1,2,1 ], "on the edge of one category and verging on another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bordure",1,1,1 ], "the outer edge of a shield, esp| when decorated distinctively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,1,1 ], "cutting tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,1,1 ], "to produce (a hole) in (a material) by use of a drill, auger, or rotary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,1,2 ], "lathe or similar machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,1,2 ], "to increase the diameter of (a hole), as by an internal turning operation on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,2,1 ], "drilling, cutting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,2,1 ], "to produce (a hole in the ground, tunnel, mine shaft, etc|) by digging," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,3,1 ], "(of a horse or athlete in a race) to push other competitors, esp| in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,3,1 ], "try to get them out of the way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,4,1 ], "a hole or tunnel in the ground, esp| one drilled in search of minerals, oil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,4,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,4,1,1 ], "a circular hole in a material produced by drilling or turning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,4,1,1 ], "the hollow part of a tube or cylinder, esp| of a gun barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,4,1,2 ], "the diameter of such a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",1,4,1,2 ], "the diameter of such a hollow part; calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",2,1,1 ], "to tire or make weary by being dull, repetitious, or uninteresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",2,2,1 ], "a dull, repetitious, or uninteresting person, activity, or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",3,1,1 ], "a high steep-fronted wave moving up a narrow estuary, caused by the tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bore",4,1,1 ], "the past tense of bear ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boreal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the north or the north wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borecole",1,1,1 ], "another name for kale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boredom",1,1,1 ], "the state of being bored; tedium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boree",1,1,1 ], "another name for myall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borer",1,1,1 ], "a machine or hand tool for boring holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borer",1,1,2 ], "any of various insects, insect larvae, or molluscs that bore into plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borer",1,1,2 ], "material, esp| wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boric acid",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble weakly acid crystalline solid used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boric acid",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic| Formula: H3BO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boric acid",1,1,1 ], "heat-resistant glass and porcelain enamels, as a fireproofing material, and as a mild" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boric acid",1,1,2 ], "any other acid containing boron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing boron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boride",1,1,1 ], "a compound in which boron is the most electronegative element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boring",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making or enlarging a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boring",1,1,1,2 ], "the hole made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boring",1,1,2 ], "a fragment, particle, chip, etc|, produced during boring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boring",2,1,1 ], "dull; repetitious; uninteresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 1],"the past participle (in passive usage) of ,bear ,1",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 2],"was not born yesterday",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 3],"is not gullible or foolish|~adj",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 4],"possessing or appearing to have possessed certain qualities from birth",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 5],"a",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"(in combination): lowborn",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 6],"being at birth in a particular social status or other condition as specified",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 7],"in all one's born days| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "born" ,1, 1, 8],"so far in one's life",1). c_DEF([ "borne",1,1,1 ], "passive uses except sense 5)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borne",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of bear'1 (for all active uses of the verb; also for all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borne",1,1,2 ], "be borne in on or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borne",1,1,3 ], "(of a fact, etc|) to be realized by (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borneol",1,1,1 ], "a white solid terpene alcohol extracted from the Malaysian tree Dryobalanops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borneol",1,1,1 ], "aromatica, used in perfume and in the manufacture of organic esters| Formula: C10H17OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bornite",1,1,1 ], "a mineral consisting of a sulphide of copper and iron that tarnishes to purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bornite",1,1,1 ], "or dark red| It occurs in copper deposits| Formula: Cu5FeS4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boron carbide",1,1,1 ], "a black extremely hard inert substance having a high capture cross section for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boron carbide",1,1,1 ], "nuclear reactors| Formula: B4C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boron carbide",1,1,1 ], "thermal neutrons| It is used as an abrasive and refractory and in control rods in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boron nitride",1,1,1 ], "a white inert crystalline solid existing both in a graphite-like form and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boron nitride",1,1,1 ], "an extremely hard diamond-like form (borazon)| It is used as a refractory, high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boron nitride",1,1,1 ], "temperature lubricant and insulator, and heat shield| Formula BN" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boron",1,1,1 ], "10|81; valency: 3; relative density: 2|34 (crystalline), 2|37 (amorphous); melting" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "boron",1,1,1 ], "a very hard almost colourless crystalline metalloid element that in impure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boron",1,1,1 ], "control rods and neutron detection instruments| Symbol: B; atomic no|: 5; atomic wt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "boron",1,1,1 ], "form exists as a brown amorphous powder| It occurs principally in borax and is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boron",1,1,1 ], "in hardening steel| The naturally occurring isotope boron-10 is used in nuclear" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boron",1,1,1 ], "pt|: 2300 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2550 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "boronia",1,1,1 ], "any aromatic rutaceous shrub of the Australian genus Boronia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borosilicate",1,1,1 ], "a salt of boric and silicic acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,1 ], "a town, esp| (in Britain) one that forms the constituency of an M|P| or that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,1 ], "was originally incorporated by royal charter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,2 ], "any of the 32 constituent divisions that together with the City of London make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,2 ], "up Greater London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,3 ], "any of the five constituent divisions of New York City" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,4 ], "(in the U|S|) a self-governing incorporated municipality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,5 ], "(in medieval England) a fortified town or village or a fort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough",1,1,6 ], "(in New Zealand) a small municipality with a governing body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough-English",1,1,1 ], "(until 1925) a custom in certain English boroughs whereby the youngest son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borough-English",1,1,1 ], "inherited land to the exclusion of his older brothers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 1, 1],"intending to give it, or something equivalent or identical, back to the lender",2). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 1, 1],"to obtain or receive (something, such as money) on loan for temporary use,",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 1, 2],"to adopt (ideas, words, etc|) from another source; appropriate",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 1, 3],"to lend",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 1, 4],"to putt the ball uphill of the direct path to the hole",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 2, 1],"(of a ball) to deviate from a straight path because of the slope of the",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 2, 1],"ground",2). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 3, 1],"a deviation of a ball from a straight path because of the slope of the ground",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 3, 2, 1],"living an unexpected extension of life",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 3, 2, 2],"close to death",1). c_DEF([ "borrow" ,1, 3, 2],"living on borrowed time",1). c_DEF([ "borscht" ,1, 1, 1],"a Russian and Polish soup based on beetroot",1). c_DEF([ "borstal",1,1,1 ], "(in England) an establishment in which offenders aged 15 to 21 may be detained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borstal",1,1,1 ], "for corrective training" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bort",1,1,1 ], "an inferior grade of diamond used for cutting and drilling or, in powdered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bort",1,1,1 ], "form, as an industrial abrasive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "borzoi",1,1,1 ], "a tall fast-moving breed of dog with a long coat, originally used in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "borzoi",1,1,1 ], "for hunting wolves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bor|",1,1,1 ], "borough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boscage",1,1,1 ], "a mass of trees and shrubs; thicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boschbok",1,1,1 ], "another name for bushbuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boschvark",1,1,1 ], "another name for bushpig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosh",1,1,1 ], "empty or meaningless talk or opinions; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosh",2,1,1 ], "air-inlet tuyeres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bosh",2,1,1 ], "the lower tapering portion of a blast furnace, situated immediately above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosh",2,1,2 ], "the deposit of siliceous material that occurs on the surfaces of vessels in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosh",2,1,2 ], "which copper is refined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bosh",2,1,3 ], "a water tank for cooling glass-making tools, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosh",2,1,4 ], "a kitchen sink or wash basin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosk",1,1,1 ], "a small wood of bushes and small trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosket",1,1,1 ], "a clump of small trees or bushes; thicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosky",1,1,1 ], "boskier, boskiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosky",1,1,2 ], "containing or consisting of bushes or thickets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosom",1,1,1 ], "the chest or breast of a person, esp| (pl|) the female breasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosom",1,1,2 ], "the part of a woman's dress, coat, etc|, that covers the chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosom",1,1,3 ], "a protective centre or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosom",1,1,4 ], "the breast considered as the seat of emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosom",1,1,5 ], "very dear; intimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosom",1,2,1 ], "to embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosom",1,2,2 ], "to conceal or carry in the bosom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosomy",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman) having large breasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boson",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of elementary particles, such as a photon or pion, that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boson",1,1,1 ], "zero or integral spin and obeys the rules of Bose-Einstein statistics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bosquet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bosket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss cocky",1,1,1 ], "a boss or person in power, esp| an overbearing one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of or employing others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",1,1,2 ], "a professional politician who controls a party machine or political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",1,1,2 ], "organization, often using devious or illegal methods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boss",1,2,1 ], "to employ, supervise, or be in charge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",1,2,2 ], "(others)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boss",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by around or about) to be domineering or overbearing towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",1,3,1 ], "excellent; fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,1 ], "a knob, stud, or other circular rounded protuberance, esp| an ornamental one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,1 ], "on a vault, a ceiling, or a shield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,2 ], "any of various protuberances or swellings in plants and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,2,1 ], "an area of increased thickness, usually cylindrical, that strengthens or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,2,1 ], "provides room for a locating device on a shaft, hub of a wheel, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,2,2 ], "a similar projection around a hole in a casting or fabricated component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,3 ], "a rounded mass of igneous rock, esp| the uppermost part of an underlying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,1,3 ], "batholith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boss",2,2,1 ], "to ornament with bosses; emboss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss",3,1,1 ], "a calf or cow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boss-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having a squint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bossa nova",1,1,1 ], "a dance similar to the samba, originating in Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bossa nova",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bossboy",1,1,1 ], "a Black African foreman of a gang of workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bossism",1,1,1 ], "bosses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bossism",1,1,1 ], "the domination or the system of domination of political organizations by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bossy",1,1,1 ], "bossier, bossiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bossy",1,1,2 ], "domineering, overbearing, or authoritarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bossy",2,1,1 ], "(of furniture)ornamented with bosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boston",1,1,1 ], "a card game for four, played with two packs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boston",1,1,2 ], "a slow gliding dance, a variation of the waltz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bosun",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of boatswain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot",1,1,1 ], "sheep, or man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bot",1,1,1 ], "the larva of a botfly, which typically develops inside the body of a horse," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot",1,1,2 ], "any similar larva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot",2,1,1 ], "to scrounge or borrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot",2,2,1 ], "to scrounge (from); impose (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot",2,3,1 ], "a scrounger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot",2,3,2 ], "on the bot wanting to scrounge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botanical garden",1,1,1 ], "a place in which plants are grown, studied, and exhibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botanical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to botany or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botanical",1,2,1 ], "any drug that is made from parts of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botanize",1,1,1 ], "to collect or study plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botanize",1,2,1 ], "to explore and study the plants in (an area or region)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botany",1,1,1 ], "ecology, and economic importance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "botany",1,1,1 ], "the study of plants, including their classification, structure, physiology," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botany",1,1,2 ], "the plant life of a particular region or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botany",1,1,3 ], "the biological characteristics of a particular group of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botargo",1,1,1 ], "a relish consisting of the roe of mullet or tunny, salted and pressed into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botargo",1,1,1 ], "rolls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "botch",1,1,1 ], "to spoil through clumsiness or ineptitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botch",1,1,2 ], "to repair badly or clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botch",1,2,1 ], "a badly done piece of work or repair (esp| in the phrase make a botch of )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botchy",1,1,1 ], "botchier, botchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botchy",1,1,2 ], "clumsily done or made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botel",1,1,1 ], "variant spelling of boatel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botfly",1,1,1 ], "and Gasterophilidae, the larvae of which are parasites of man, sheep, and horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "botfly",1,1,1 ], "any of various stout-bodied hairy dipterous flies of the families Oestridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "both",1,1,1,1 ], "the two; two considered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "both",1,1,1,2 ], "both are to blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "both",1,2,1 ], "that not just one, but also the other of the joined elements is included" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "both",1,2,1 ], "used preceding words, phrases, or clauses joined by and, used to emphasize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,1,1 ], "to give annoyance, pain, or trouble to; irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,2,1 ], "to trouble (a person) by repeatedly disturbing; pester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,2,2 ], "to take the time or trouble; concern oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,3,1 ], "to make (a person) alarmed or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,4,1 ], "a state of worry, trouble, or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,4,2 ], "a person or thing that causes fuss, trouble, or annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,4,3 ], "a disturbance or fight; trouble (esp| in the phrase a spot of bother)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bother",1,5,1 ], "an exclamation of slight annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botheration",1,2,1 ], "Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botheration",1,2,2 ], "another word for bother 8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bothersome",1,1,1 ], "causing bother; troublesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bothy",1,1,1 ], "a small roughly built shelter or outhouse, esp| a hut on a mountain pasture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botryoidal",1,1,1 ], "(of minerals, parts of plants, etc|) shaped like a bunch of grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bots",1,1,1 ], "a digestive disease of horses and some other animals caused by the presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bots",1,1,1 ], "botfly larvae in the stomach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bott",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botte",1,1,1 ], "a thrust or hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle gourd",1,1,1 ], "an Old World cucurbitaceous climbing plant, Lagenaria siceraria, having large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle gourd",1,1,1 ], "hard-shelled gourds as fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottle gourd",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle green",1,2,1,1 ], "a dark green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle green",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle party",1,1,1 ], "a party to which guests bring drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle tree",1,1,1 ], "Brachychiton) that have a bottle-shaped swollen trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottle tree",1,1,1 ], "any of several Australian sterculiaceous trees of the genus Sterculia (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle up",1,1,1 ], "to restrain (powerful emotion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle up",1,1,2 ], "to keep (an army or other force) contained or trapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,1,1 ], "a vessel, often of glass and typically cylindrical with a narrow neck that can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,1,1 ], "be closed with a cap or cork, for containing liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,2 ], "the amount such a vessel will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,2,1 ], "a container equipped with a teat that holds a baby's milk or other liquid;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,2,1 ], "nursing bottle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,2,2 ], "the contents of such a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,3 ], "short for magnetic bottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,1,4 ], "the bottle| Informal| drinking of alcohol, esp| to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,2,1 ], "to put or place (wine, beer, jam, etc|) in a bottle or bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,2,2 ], "to store (gas) in a portable container under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",1,2,3 ], "to injure by thrusting a broken bottle into (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle",2,1,1 ], "a bundle, esp| of hay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle-feed",1,1,1 ], "to feed (a baby) with milk from a bottle instead of breast-feeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle-o",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in empty bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottle-washer",1,1,1 ], "a menial or factotum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottlebrush",1,1,1 ], "and Melaleuca, having dense spikes of large red flowers with protruding brushlike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottlebrush",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian myrtaceous shrubs or trees of the genera Callistemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottlebrush",1,1,1 ], "stamens" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bottlebrush",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar trees or shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottlebrush",1,1,3 ], "a cylindrical brush on a thin shaft, used for cleaning bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,1,1,1 ], "a narrow stretch of road or a junction at which traffic is or may be held up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,1,1,2 ], "the hold up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,1,2 ], "something that holds up progress, esp| of a manufacturing process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,1,2,1 ], "buzzing effect in a style of guitar-playing originally part of the American blues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,1,2,1 ], "the broken-off neck of a bottle placed over a finger and used to produce a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,1,2,1 ], "tradition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,1,2,2 ], "the style of guitar playing using a bottleneck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottleneck",1,2,1 ], "to be or cause an obstruction in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottlenose dolphin",1,1,1 ], "any dolphin of the genus Tursiops, esp| T| truncatus, which has been kept in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottlenose dolphin",1,1,1 ], "captivity and trained to perform tricks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottler",1,1,1 ], "an excellent or outstanding person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom drawer",1,1,1 ], "a container in which a young woman collects linen, cutlery, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom drawer",1,1,1 ], "anticipation of marriage| U|S| equivalent: hope chest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottom house",1,1,1 ], "the open space beneath a house built upon high pillars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom house",1,1,2 ], "such a space partially enclosed and floored for use as servants' quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom out",1,1,1 ], "to reach the lowest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,1 ], "the lowest, deepest, or farthest removed part of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,10 ], "a dry valley or hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,11 ], "the lowest level worked in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,12 ], "(esp| of horses) staying power; stamina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,13 ], "the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,14 ], "at bottom| in reality; basically or despite appearances to the contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,15 ], "be at the bottom of| to be the ultimate cause of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,16 ], "get to the bottom of| to discover the real truth about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,17 ], "knock the bottom out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,17,1 ], "to destroy or eliminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,17,2 ], "to show to be of little or no value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,2 ], "the least important or successful position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,3 ], "the ground underneath a sea, lake, or river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,4 ], "touch bottom| to run aground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,5 ], "bottom of one's heart)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,5 ], "the inner depths of a person's true feelings (esp| in the phrase from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,6 ], "the underneath part of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,7 ], "the parts of a vessel's hull that are under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,8 ], "(in literary or commercial contexts) a boat or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,1,9 ], "a strike in the centre of the cue ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,2,1 ], "lowest or last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,2,2 ], "bet one's bottom dollar on| to be absolutely sure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,2,3 ], "(one''s opinion, a person, project, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,2,4 ], "of, relating to, or situated at the bottom or a bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,2,5 ], "fundamental; basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,3,1 ], "to provide (a chair, etc|) with a bottom or seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,4,1 ], "to discover the full facts or truth of; fathom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,4,2 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon) to base or be founded (on an idea, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,5,1 ], "to strike the ground beneath the water with a vessel's bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,5,1,1 ], "to mine (a hole, claim, etc|) deep enough to reach any gold there is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,5,1,2 ], "to reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottom",1,5,2 ], "(gold, mud, etc|) on bottoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottomless",1,1,1 ], "having no bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottomless",1,1,2 ], "unlimited; inexhaustible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottomless",1,1,3 ], "very deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottommost",1,1,1 ], "lowest or most fundamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottomry",1,1,1 ], "a contract whereby the owner of a ship borrows money to enable the vessel to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bottomry",1,1,1 ], "complete the voyage and pledges the ship as security for the loan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bottoms up!",1,1,1 ], "an informal drinking toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botulin",1,1,1 ], "a potent toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum in imperfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botulin",1,1,1 ], "preserved food, etc|, causing botulism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "botulinus",1,1,1 ], "an anaerobic bacterium, Clostridium botulinum, whose toxins (botulins) cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botulinus",1,1,1 ], "botulism: family Bacillaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "botulism",1,1,1 ], "poisoning from ingestion of botulin, which affects the central nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "botulism",1,1,1 ], "producing difficulty in swallowing, visual disturbances, and respiratory paralysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bot|",1,1,1 ], "botanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot|",1,1,2 ], "botany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bot|",1,1,3 ], "bottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouch",1,1,1 ], "a small pastry case filled with a savoury mixture, served hot with cocktails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouch",1,1,1 ], "or as an hors d'oeuvre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boucl",1,1,1 ], "a curled or looped yarn or fabric giving a thick knobbly effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boucl",1,1,1 ], "a support for a cue in billiards formed by doubling the first finger so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boucl",1,1,1 ], "its tip is aligned with the thumb at its second joint, to form a loop through which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boucl",1,1,1 ], "the cue may slide" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boucl",1,2,1 ], "of or designating such a yarn or fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boudoir",1,1,1 ], "a woman's bedroom or private sitting room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouffant",1,1,1 ], "(of a hair style) having extra height and width through back-combing; puffed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouffant",1,1,1 ], "out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bouffant",1,1,2 ], "(of sleeves, skirts, etc|) puffed out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouffant",1,2,1 ], "a bouffant hair style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bougainvillea",1,1,1 ], "Bougainvillea, having inconspicuous flowers surrounded by showy red or purple bracts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bougainvillea",1,1,1 ], "any woody nyctaginaceous widely cultivated American vine of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bough",1,1,1 ], "any of the main branches of a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense and past participle of buy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bought",1,2,1 ], "purchased from a shop; not homemade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boughten",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for bought ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bougie",1,1,1 ], "a long slender semiflexible cylindrical instrument for inserting into body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bougie",1,1,1 ], "passages such as the rectum or urethra to dilate structures, introduce medication, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bouillabaisse",1,1,1 ], "a rich stew or soup of fish and vegetables flavoured with spices, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouillabaisse",1,1,1 ], "saffron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bouillon",1,1,1 ], "a plain unclarified broth or stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulder clay",1,1,1 ], "an unstratified glacial deposit consisting of fine clay, boulders, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulder clay",1,1,1 ], "pebbles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boulder",1,1,1 ], "a smooth rounded mass of rock that has been shaped by erosion and transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulder",1,1,1 ], "by ice or water from its original position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boule",1,1,1 ], "a pear-shaped imitation ruby, sapphire, etc|, made from synthetic corundum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boules",1,1,1 ], "a game similar to bowls, popular in France, played mainly with metal bowls on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boules",1,1,1 ], "rough surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boulevard",1,1,1,1 ], "a grass strip between the pavement and road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulevard",1,1,1,1 ], "a wide usually tree-lined road in a city, often used as a promenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulevard",1,1,1,2 ], "Sunset Boulevard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulevard",1,1,1,2 ], "directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boulevard",1,1,1,2 ], "the centre strip of a road dividing traffic travelling in different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulevardier",1,1,1 ], "(originally in Paris) a fashionable man, esp| one who frequents public places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulle",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a type of marquetry of patterned inlays of brass and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boulle",1,1,1 ], "from the 17th century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boulle",1,1,1 ], "tortoiseshell, occasionally with other metals such as pewter, much used on French furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boulle",1,2,1 ], "something ornamented with such marquetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boult",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bolt ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce back",1,1,1 ], "setback" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bounce back",1,1,1 ], "to recover one's health, good spirits, confidence, etc|, easily after a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,1,1 ], "(of an elastic object, such as a ball) to rebound from an impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,2,1 ], "to cause (such an object) to hit a solid surface and spring back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,2,2 ], "to rebound or cause to rebound repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,2,3 ], "to move or cause to move suddenly, excitedly, or violently; spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,3,1 ], "(of a cheque) to be sent back by a bank to a payee unredeemed because of lack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,3,1 ], "of funds in the drawer's account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,4,1 ], "to cause (a cheque) to bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,5,1 ], "to force (a person) to leave (a place or job); throw out; eject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,6,1 ], "to hustle (a person) into believing or doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,1 ], "the action of rebounding from an impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,2 ], "a leap; jump; bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,3 ], "the quality of being able to rebound; springiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,4 ], "vitality; vigour; resilience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,5 ], "swagger or impudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,6 ], "quarter or after a goal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,6 ], "the bounce| Australian Rules| the start of play at the beginning of each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounce",1,7,7 ], "get or give the bounce| U|S| informal| to dismiss or be dismissed from a job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncer",1,1,1 ], "a man employed at a club, restaurant, etc|, to throw out drunks or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncer",1,1,1 ], "troublemakers and stop fights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bouncer",1,1,2 ], "a dishonoured cheque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncer",1,1,3 ], "another word for bumper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncer",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that bounces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncing Bet",1,1,1 ], "another name for soapwort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncing",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by with) vigorous and robust (esp| in the phrase a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncing",1,1,1 ], "bouncing baby)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bouncy",1,1,1 ], "bouncier, bounciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncy",1,1,2 ], "lively, exuberant, or self-confident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncy",1,1,3 ], "having the capability or quality of bouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouncy",1,1,4 ], "responsive to bouncing; springy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,1,1 ], "the past tense and past participle of bind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,2,1 ], "in bonds or chains; tied with or as if with a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,3,1 ], "destined; sure; certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,4,1 ], "resolved; determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,1 ], "circumstance, or convention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,1 ], "compelled or obliged to act, behave, or think in a particular way, as by duty," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,2 ], "constipated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,3 ], "(of a book) secured within a cover or binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,4 ], "another word and not as a separate word in itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,4 ], "denoting a morpheme, such as the prefix non-, that occurs only as part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,5 ], "constrained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,5 ], "denoting an occurrence of a variable within the scope of a quantifier;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",1,5,6 ], "bound up with| closely or inextricably linked with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",2,1,1 ], "to move forwards or make (one's way) by leaps or jumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",2,1,2 ], "to bounce; spring away from an impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",2,2,1 ], "a jump upwards or forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",2,2,2 ], "by leaps and bounds| with sudden irregular rapidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",2,2,3 ], "a sudden pronounced sense of excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",2,2,4 ], "a bounce, as of a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",3,1,1 ], "to place restrictions on; limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",3,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on) to form a boundary of (an area of land or sea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",3,1,2 ], "political or administrative region, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bound",3,2,1 ], "(upper bound), or less than or equal to every member of a set of numbers (lower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bound",3,2,1 ], "a number that is greater than or equal to every member of a set of numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",3,2,1 ], "bound)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bound",4,1,1,1 ], "going or intending to go towards on the way to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bound",4,1,1,2 ], "northbound traffic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boundary layer",1,1,1 ], "flows: it has a lower rate of flow than the bulk of the fluid because of its adhesion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boundary layer",1,1,1 ], "the layer of fluid closest to the surface of a solid past which the fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boundary layer",1,1,1 ], "to the solid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "boundary rider",1,1,1 ], "an employee on a sheep or cattle station whose job is to maintain fences in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boundary rider",1,1,1 ], "good repair and to prevent stock from straying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boundary",1,1,1 ], "something that indicates the farthest limit, as of an area; border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boundary",1,1,1,1 ], "the marked limit of the playing area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boundary",1,1,1,2 ], "a stroke that hits the ball beyond this limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boundary",1,1,1,3 ], "the boundary without touching the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boundary",1,1,1,3 ], "the four runs scored with such a stroke, or the six runs if the ball crosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounden",1,1,1 ], "morally obligatory (archaic except in the phrase bounden duty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounder",1,1,1 ], "informal, rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounder",1,1,2 ], "a morally reprehensible person; cad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounder",1,1,3 ], "a person or animal that bounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boundless",1,1,1 ], "unlimited; vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounds",1,1,1 ], "a limit; boundary (esp| in the phrase know no bounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounds",1,1,2 ], "something that restrains or confines, esp| the standards of a society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounteous",1,1,1 ], "giving freely; generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounteous",1,1,2 ], "plentiful; abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bountiful",1,1,1 ], "plentiful; ample (esp| in the phrase a bountiful supply)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bountiful",1,1,2 ], "giving freely; generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounty",1,1,1 ], "generosity in giving to others; liberality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounty",1,1,2 ], "a generous gift; something freely provided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounty",1,1,3 ], "a payment made by a government, as, formerly, to a sailor on enlisting or to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bounty",1,1,3 ], "soldier after a campaign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bounty",1,1,4 ], "any reward or premium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouquet garni",1,1,1 ], "a bunch of herbs tied together and used for flavouring soups, stews, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouquet",1,1,1 ], "(b@@$u!ke$I, bu$:-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouquet",1,1,2 ], "a bunch of flowers, esp| a large carefully arranged one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouquet",1,1,3 ], "(bu$:!ke$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouquet",1,1,4 ], "the characteristic aroma or fragrance of a wine or liqueur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouquet",1,1,5 ], "a compliment or expression of praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourbon",1,1,1 ], "a whiskey distilled, chiefly in the U|S|, from maize, esp| one containing at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourbon",1,1,1 ], "barrels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bourbon",1,1,1 ], "least 51 per cent maize (the rest being malt and rye) and aged in charred white-oak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bourdon",1,1,1 ], "a 16-foot organ stop of the stopped diapason type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourdon",1,1,2 ], "the drone of a bagpipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourdon",1,1,3 ], "a drone or pedal point in the bass of a harmonized melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourg",1,1,1 ], "a French market town, esp| one beside a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeois",1,1,1 ], "a member of the middle class, esp| one regarded as being conservative and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeois",1,1,1 ], "materialistic or (in Marxist thought) a capitalist exploiting the working class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeois",1,1,2 ], "a mediocre, unimaginative, or materialistic person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeois",1,2,1 ], "characteristic of, relating to, or comprising the middle class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeois",1,2,2 ], "conservative or materialistic in outlook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeois",1,2,3 ], "(in Marxist thought) dominated by capitalists or capitalist interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeois",2,1,1 ], "(formerly)a size of printer's type approximately equal to 9 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeoisie",1,1,1 ], "the middle classes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeoisie",1,1,2 ], "(in Marxist thought) the ruling class of the two basic classes of capitalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeoisie",1,1,2 ], "bourgeoisie owns the most important of the means of production, through which it exploits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeoisie",1,1,2 ], "society, consisting of capitalists, manufacturers, bankers, and other employers| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeoisie",1,1,2 ], "the working class" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "bourgeon",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of burgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourn",1,1,1 ], "a destination; goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourn",1,1,2 ], "a boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourn",2,1,1 ], "a stream, esp| an intermittent one in chalk areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourr",1,1,1 ], "a traditional French dance in fast duple time, resembling a gavotte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bourr",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouse",1,1,1 ], "to raise or haul with a tackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boustrophedon",1,1,1 ], "having alternate lines written from right to left and from left to right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bout",1,1,1,1 ], "a period of time spent doing something, such as drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bout",1,1,1,2 ], "a period of illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bout",1,1,2 ], "a contest or fight, esp| a boxing or wrestling match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boutique",1,1,1 ], "a shop, esp| a small one selling fashionable clothes and other items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boutonniere",1,1,1 ], "another name for buttonhole ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bouzouki",1,1,1 ], "a Greek long-necked stringed musical instrument related to the mandolin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovid",1,1,1 ], "hollow-horned mammals including sheep, goats, cattle, antelopes, and buffalo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bovid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Bovidae, a family of ruminant artiodactyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovid",1,2,1 ], "any bovid animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovine",1,1,1 ], "domestic cattle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bovine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Bovini (cattle), a bovid tribe including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovine",1,1,2 ], "(of people) dull; sluggish; stolid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovine",1,2,1 ], "any animal belonging to the Bovini" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovver boots",1,1,1 ], "heavy boots worn by some teenage youths in Britain, used in gang fights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovver",1,1,1,1 ], "rowdiness, esp| caused by gangs of teenage youths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bovver",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow collector",1,1,1 ], "a sliding current collector, consisting of a bow-shaped strip mounted on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow collector",1,1,1 ], "hinged framework, used on trains, etc|, to collect current from an overhead-wire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow compass",1,1,1 ], "a compass in which the legs are joined by a flexible metal bow-shaped spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow compass",1,1,1 ], "rather than a hinge, the angle being adjusted by a screw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow legs",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the legs curve outwards like a bow between the ankle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow legs",1,1,1 ], "the thigh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow out",1,1,1 ], "to retire or withdraw gracefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow tie",1,1,1 ], "a man's tie tied in a bow, now chiefly in plain black for formal evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow tie",1,1,1 ], "wear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow weight",1,1,1 ], "the poundage required to draw a bow to the full length of the arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow window",1,1,1 ], "a bay window in the shape of a curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,1,1 ], "greeting, assent, or shame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,1,1 ], "to lower (one's head) or bend (one's knee or body) as a sign of respect," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,1,2 ], "to bend or cause to bend; incline downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,2,1 ], "to comply or accept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,3,1 ], "to usher (someone) into or out of a place with bows and deference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,4,1 ], "to bring (a person, nation, etc|) to a state of submission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,4,2 ], "bow and scrape| to behave in an excessively deferential or obsequious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,5,1 ], "a lowering or inclination of the head or body as a mark of respect, greeting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,5,1 ], "or assent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow",1,5,2 ], "take a bow| to acknowledge or receive applause or praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1 ], "a weapon for shooting arrows, consisting of an arch of elastic wood bent by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1 ], "string (bowstring) fastened at each end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,1 ], "a decorative interlacing of ribbon or other fabrics, usually having two loops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,1 ], "a long slightly curved stick across which are stretched strands of horsehair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,1 ], "and two loose ends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,1 ], "something that is curved, bent, or arched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,1 ], "used for playing the strings of a violin, viola, cello, or related instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,2 ], "a stroke with such a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,2 ], "rainbow; oxbow; saddlebow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,1,2 ], "the knot forming such an interlacing; bowknot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,2 ], "a person who uses a bow and arrow; archer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,2,1 ], "a frame of a pair of spectacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,2,2 ], "a sidepiece of the frame of a pair of spectacles that curls round behind the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,2,2 ], "ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,3 ], "a metal ring forming the handle of a pair of scissors or of a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,3 ], "old-fashioned key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,1,4 ], "part of a building curved in the form of a bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,2,1 ], "to form or cause to form a curve or curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",2,2,2 ], "to make strokes of a bow across (violin strings)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",3,1,1,1 ], "the forward end or part of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",3,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",3,1,2 ], "the bow mooring line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",3,1,3 ], "short for bowman ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",3,1,4 ], "on the port bow| Nautical| within 45 degrees to the port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",3,1,5 ], "(or starboard) of straight ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow",3,1,6 ], "a shot across someone's bows| Informal| a warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow-wow",1,1,1 ], "a child's word for dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow-wow",1,1,2 ], "an imitation of the bark of a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bow-wow",1,2,1 ], "to bark or imitate a dog's bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowdlerize",1,1,1 ], "expurgate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowdlerize",1,1,1 ], "to remove passages or words regarded as indecent from (a play, novel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowel movement",1,1,1 ], "the discharge of faeces; defecation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowel movement",1,1,2 ], "the waste matter discharged; faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowel",1,1,1 ], "an intestine, esp| the large intestine in man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowel",1,1,2 ], "innards; entrails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowel",1,1,3 ], "the deep or innermost part (esp| in the phrase the bowels of the earth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowel",1,1,4 ], "the emotions, esp| of pity or sympathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bower",1,1,1 ], "a shady leafy shelter or recess, as in a wood or garden; arbour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bower",1,1,2 ], "a lady's bedroom or apartments, esp| in a medieval castle; boudoir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bower",1,1,3 ], "a country cottage, esp| one regarded as charming or picturesque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bower",2,1,1 ], "a vessel's bow anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bower",3,1,1 ], "a jack in euchre and similar card games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowerbird",1,1,1 ], "Guinea| The males build bower-like display grounds in the breeding season to attract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowerbird",1,1,1 ], "any of various songbirds of the family Ptilonorhynchidae, of Australia and New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowerbird",1,1,1 ], "the females" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bowerbird",1,1,2 ], "a collector of unconsidered trifles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowfin",1,1,1 ], "a primitive North American freshwater bony fish, Amia calva, with an elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowfin",1,1,1 ], "body and a very long dorsal fin: family Amiidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowhead",1,1,1 ], "a large-mouthed arctic whale, Balaena mysticetus, that has become rare through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowhead",1,1,1 ], "overfishing but is now a protected species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowie knife",1,1,1 ], "a stout hunting knife with a short hilt and a guard for the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowing",1,1,1 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowing",1,1,1 ], "the technique of using the bow in playing a violin, viola, cello, or related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowknot",1,1,1 ], "a decorative knot usually having two loops and two loose ends; bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl over",1,1,1 ], "to surprise (a person) greatly, esp| in a pleasant way; astound; amaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl over",1,1,2 ], "to knock (a person or thing) down; cause to fall over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,1 ], "a round container open at the top, used for holding liquid, keeping fruit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,1 ], "serving food, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,2 ], "the amount a bowl will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,3 ], "the rounded or hollow part of an object, esp| of a spoon or tobacco pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,4 ], "any container shaped like a bowl, such as a sink or lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,5 ], "a bowl-shaped building or other structure, such as a football stadium or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,5 ], "amphitheatre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,6 ], "a bowl-shaped depression of the land surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,6,1 ], "a drinking cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",1,1,6,2 ], "intoxicating drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,1,1 ], "a wooden ball used in the game of bowls, having flattened sides, one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,1,1 ], "usually being flatter than the other in order to make it run on a curved course" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,1,2 ], "a large heavy ball with holes for gripping with the fingers and thumb, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,1,2 ], "tenpin bowling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,2,1 ], "the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,2,1 ], "to roll smoothly or cause to roll smoothly, esp| by throwing underarm along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,3,1 ], "to move easily and rapidly, as in a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,3,1,1 ], "the arm straight while doing so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,3,1,1 ], "to send (a ball) down the pitch from one's hand towards the batsman, keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,3,1,2 ], "bowl out| to dismiss (a batsman) by delivering a ball that breaks his wicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,4,1 ], "to play bowls or tenpin bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowl",2,5,1 ], "(in tenpin bowling, etc|) to score (a specified amount)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowler",1,1,1 ], "one who bowls in cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowler",1,1,2 ], "a player at the game of bowls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowler",2,1,1 ], "a stiff felt hat with a rounded crown and narrow curved brim| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowler",2,1,1 ], "derby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowler",3,1,1 ], "a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowline",1,1,1 ], "a line for controlling the weather leech of a square sail when a vessel is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowline",1,1,1 ], "close-hauled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowline",1,1,2 ], "on a bowline| beating close to the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowline",1,1,3 ], "a knot used for securing a loop that will not slip at the end of a piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowline",1,1,3 ], "rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowling alley",1,1,1,1 ], "a long narrow wooden lane down which the ball is rolled in tenpin bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling alley",1,1,1,2 ], "(ninepins)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowling alley",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar lane or alley, usually with raised sides, for playing skittles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling alley",1,1,2 ], "a building having several lanes for tenpin bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling crease",1,1,1 ], "a line marked at the wicket, over which a bowler must not advance fully before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling crease",1,1,1 ], "delivering the ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowling green",1,1,1 ], "an area of closely mown turf on which the game of bowls is played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling",1,1,1 ], "(tenpins) and skittles (ninepins)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bowling",1,1,1 ], "any of various games in which a heavy ball is rolled down a special alley," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling",1,1,1 ], "usually made of wood, at a group of wooden pins, esp| the games of tenpin bowling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowling",1,1,2 ], "the game of bowls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling",1,1,3 ], "the act of delivering the ball to the batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowling",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to bowls or bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowls",1,1,1,1 ], "a game played on a bowling green in which a small bowl (the jack) is pitched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowls",1,1,1,1 ], "bowls towards it, the object being to finish as near the jack as possible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bowls",1,1,1,1 ], "from a mark and two opponents or opposing teams take turns to roll biased wooden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowls",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowls",1,1,2 ], "skittles or tenpin bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowman",1,1,1 ], "an archer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowman",2,1,1 ], "an oarsman at the bow of a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowsaw",1,1,1 ], "a saw with a thin blade in a bow-shaped frame, used for cutting curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowse",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowser",1,1,1 ], "a tanker containing fuel for aircraft, military vehicles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowser",1,1,2 ], "a petrol pump at a filling station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowshot",1,1,1 ], "bowshot, out of bowshot)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowshot",1,1,1 ], "the distance an arrow travels from the bow (esp| in the phrases within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowsprit",1,1,1 ], "a spar projecting from the bow of a vessel, esp| a sailing vessel, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowsprit",1,1,1 ], "carry the headstay as far forward as possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowstring hemp",1,1,1 ], "a hemplike fibre obtained from the sansevieria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowstring hemp",1,1,2 ], "another name for sansevieria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowstring",1,1,1 ], "the string of an archer's bow, usually consisting of three strands of hemp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowyangs",1,1,1 ], "a pair of strings or straps secured round each trouser leg below the knee," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bowyangs",1,1,1 ], "worn esp| by sheep-shearers and other labourers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bowyer",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or sells archery bows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box calf",1,1,1 ], "black calfskin leather, tanned with chromium salts, having a pattern of fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box calf",1,1,1 ], "creases formed by boarding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box camera",1,1,1 ], "a simple box-shaped camera having an elementary lens, shutter, and viewfinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box canyon",1,1,1 ], "a canyon with vertical or almost vertical walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box coat",1,1,1 ], "a plain short coat that hangs loosely from the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box coat",1,1,2 ], "a heavy overcoat, worn formerly by coachmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box elder",1,1,1 ], "a medium-sized fast-growing widely cultivated North American maple, Acer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box elder",1,1,1 ], "negundo, which has compound leaves with lobed leaflets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box girder",1,1,1,1 ], "a girder that is hollow and square or rectangular in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box girder",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box junction",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a road junction having yellow cross-hatching painted on the road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box junction",1,1,1 ], "surface| Vehicles may only enter the hatched area when their exit is clear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box kite",1,1,1 ], "a kite with a boxlike frame open at both ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box office",1,1,1 ], "an office at a theatre, cinema, etc|, where tickets are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box office",1,1,2 ], "the receipts from a play, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box office",1,1,2,1 ], "the public appeal of an actor or production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box office",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box pleat",1,1,1 ], "a flat double pleat made by folding under the fabric on either side of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box seat",1,1,1 ], "a seat in a theatre box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box seat",1,1,2 ], "in the box seat| Austral| informal| in the best position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box spanner",1,1,1 ], "a spanner consisting of a steel cylinder with a hexagonal end that fits over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box spanner",1,1,1 ], "nut of the appropriate size and shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box spring",1,1,1 ], "a coiled spring contained in a boxlike frame, used as base for mattresses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box spring",1,1,1 ], "chairs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle or container made of wood, cardboard, etc|, usually rectangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,1 ], "and having a removable or hinged lid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,10 ], "a section of printed matter on a page, enclosed by lines, a border, or white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,10 ], "space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,11 ], "a central agency to which mail is addressed and by which it is redistributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,12 ], "the penalty area of a soccer pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,13 ], "either of the designated areas for the batter or the pitcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,14 ], "the raised seat on which the driver sits in a horse-drawn coach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,15 ], "an accidental mixing of herds or flocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,16 ], "a hole cut into the base of a tree to collect the sap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,17 ], "(esp| formerly) a present, esp| of money, given at Christmas to tradesmen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,17 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,18 ], "a device for dividing water into two or more ditches in an irrigation system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,19 ], "an informal name for a coffin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,2 ], "the contents of such a receptacle or the amount it can contain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,20 ], "taboo slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,21 ], "the female genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,22 ], "the box| Brit| informal| television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,23 ], "out of the box| Austral| informal| outstanding or excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,3 ], "any of various containers for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,4 ], "any of various small cubicles, kiosks, or shelters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,5 ], "a separate compartment in a public place for a small group of people, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,5 ], "theatre or certain restaurants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,6 ], "an enclosure within a courtroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,7 ], "a compartment for a horse in a stable or a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,8 ], "a small country house occupied by sportsmen when following a field sport, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,8 ], "shooting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,8,1 ], "a protective housing for machinery or mechanical parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,8,2 ], "the contents of such a box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,8,3 ], "a gearbox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,9 ], "a shaped device of light tough material worn by sportsmen to protect the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,1,9 ], "genitals, esp| in cricket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,2,1 ], "to put into a box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,3,1 ], "to prevent from moving freely; confine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,4,1 ], "to make a cut in the base of (a tree) in order to collect the sap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,4,2 ], "to mix (flocks or herds) or (of flocks) to become mixed accidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,4,3 ], "short for boxhaul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",1,4,4 ], "box the compass| Nautical| to name the compass points in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",2,1,1 ], "to fight (an opponent) in a boxing match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",2,2,1 ], "to engage in boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",2,3,1 ], "to hit (a person) with the fist; punch or cuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",2,4,1 ], "a punch with the fist, esp| on the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",3,1,1 ], "Buxaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "box",3,1,1 ], "any evergreen tree or shrub of the genus Buxus, esp| B| sempervirens, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",3,1,1 ], "has small shiny leaves and is used for hedges, borders, and garden mazes: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "box",3,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",3,1,3 ], "any of several trees the timber or foliage of which resembles this tree, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "box",3,1,3 ], "species of Eucalyptus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boxberry",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of the partridgeberry or wintergreen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxberry",1,1,2 ], "another name for partridgeberry and wintergreen ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxboard",1,1,1 ], "a tough paperboard made from wood and wastepaper pulp: used for making boxes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxboard",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boxcar",1,1,1 ], "a closed railway van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxer",1,1,1 ], "a man who boxes, either professionally or as a hobby; pugilist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxer",1,1,2 ], "a large smooth-haired breed of dog with a short nose and a docked tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for trunkfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxhaul",1,1,1 ], "steering hard round" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boxhaul",1,1,1 ], "to bring (a square-rigger) onto a new tack by backwinding the foresails and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxing glove",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of thickly padded mittens worn for boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxing",1,1,1,1 ], "practised under Queensberry rules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boxing",1,1,1,1 ], "the act, art, or profession of fighting with the fists, esp| the modern sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxroom",1,1,1 ], "a small room or large cupboard in which boxes, cases, etc|, may be stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxthorn",1,1,1 ], "another name for matrimony vine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxwood",1,1,1 ], "small turned or carved articles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boxwood",1,1,1 ], "the hard close-grained yellow wood of the box tree, used to make tool handles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boxwood",1,1,2 ], "the box tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,1 ], "a male child; lad; youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,2 ], "a man regarded as immature or inexperienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,3 ], "the boys| Informal| a group of men, esp| a group of friends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,4 ], "(esp| in former colonial territories) a native servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,5 ], "short for boyfriend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,6 ], "boys will be boys| youthful indiscretion or exuberance must be expected and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,6 ], "tolerated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,7 ], "jobs for the boys| Informal| appointment of one's supporters to posts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,1,7 ], "without reference to their qualifications or ability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boy",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise, pleasure, contempt, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boy-meets-girl",1,1,1 ], "conventionally or trivially romantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boyar",1,1,1 ], "a member of an old order of Russian nobility, ranking immediately below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boyar",1,1,1 ], "princes: abolished by Peter the Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boycott",1,1,1 ], "buy (a product) as a protest or means of coercion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boycott",1,1,1 ], "to refuse to have dealings with (a person, organization, etc|) or refuse to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boycott",1,2,1 ], "an instance or the use of boycotting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boyfriend",1,1,1 ], "a male friend with whom a person is romantically or sexually involved;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boyfriend",1,1,1 ], "sweetheart or lover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boyhood",1,1,1 ], "the state or time of being a boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boyish",1,1,1 ], "attractive or endearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boyish",1,1,1 ], "of or like a boy in looks, behaviour, or character, esp| when regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boyla",1,1,1 ], "an Aboriginal witch doctor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boysenberry",1,1,1 ], "a type of bramble: a hybrid of the loganberry and various blackberries and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "boysenberry",1,1,1 ], "raspberries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "boysenberry",1,1,2 ], "the large red edible fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bozo",1,1,1 ], "a man, esp| a stupid one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bp|",1,1,1 ], "baptized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bp|",1,1,2 ], "birthplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bp|",1,1,3 ], "bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "br'er",1,1,1 ], "Negro dialect| brother: usually prefixed to a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bra",1,1,1 ], "short for brassiere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braata",1,1,1 ], "a small portion added to a purchase of food by a market vendor, to encourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braata",1,1,1 ], "the customer to return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brabble",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for squabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace and bit",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool for boring holes, consisting of a cranked handle into which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace and bit",1,1,1 ], "drilling bit is inserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,1 ], "a cranked handle by which the tool can be turned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool for drilling holes, with a socket to hold the drill at one end and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,10 ], "another word for bracer'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,11 ], "(in square-rigged sailing ships) a rope that controls the movement of a yard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,11 ], "and thus the position of a sail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,2 ], "something that steadies, binds, or holds up another thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,3 ], "a structural member, such as a beam or prop, used to stiffen a framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,4 ], "a sliding loop, usually of leather, attached to the cords of a drum: used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,4 ], "change its tension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,5 ], "a pair; two, esp| of game birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,6 ], "either of a pair of characters, ?, used for connecting lines of printing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,6 ], "expressions that already contain parentheses and square brackets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,6 ], "writing or as a third sign of aggregation in complex mathematical or logical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,7 ], "a line or bracket connecting two or more staves of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,8 ], "an appliance of metal bands and wires that can be tightened to maintain steady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,8 ], "pressure on the teeth for correcting uneven alignment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,1,9 ], "any of various appliances for supporting the trunk or a limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,2,1 ], "to provide, strengthen, or fit with a brace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,2,2 ], "to steady or prepare (oneself or something) as before an impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,2,3 ], "to stimulate; freshen; invigorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,2,4 ], "ship)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brace",1,2,4 ], "to control the horizontal movement of (the yards of a square-rigged sailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracelet",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental chain worn around the arm or wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracelet",1,1,2 ], "an expanding metal band for a wristwatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracelets",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for handcuffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that braces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracer",1,1,2 ], "a tonic, esp| an alcoholic drink taken as a tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracer",2,1,1 ], "a leather guard worn to protect the arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braces",1,1,1 ], "U|S| word: suspenders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "braces",1,1,1 ], "a pair of straps worn over the shoulders by men for holding up the trousers|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brach",1,1,1 ], "a bitch hound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the arm or to an armlike part or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachiate",1,1,1 ], "having widely divergent paired branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachiate",1,3,1 ], "(of some arboreal apes and monkeys) to swing by the arms from one hold to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachiate",1,3,1 ], "next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brachio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a brachium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachiopod",1,1,1 ], "any marine invertebrate animal of the phylum Brachiopoda, having a ciliated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachiopod",1,1,1 ], "feeding organ (lophophore) and a shell consisting of dorsal and ventral valves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brachiosaurus",1,1,1 ], "a dinosaur of the genus Brachiosaurus, up to 30 metres long: the largest land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachiosaurus",1,1,1 ], "animal ever known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brachium",1,1,1 ], "the arm, esp| the upper part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachium",1,1,2 ], "a corresponding part, such as a wing, in an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachium",1,1,3 ], "a branching or armlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachy-",1,1,1 ], "indicating something short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachycephalic",1,1,1 ], "having a head nearly as broad from side to side as from front to back, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachycephalic",1,1,1 ], "one with a cephalic index over 80" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brachycephalic",1,2,1 ], "an individual with such a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachydactylic",1,1,1 ], "having abnormally short fingers or toes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachylogy",1,1,1 ], "a concise style in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachylogy",1,1,2 ], "a colloquial shortened form of expression that is not the result of a regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachylogy",1,1,2 ], "grammatical process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brachypterous",1,1,1 ], "having very short or incompletely developed wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachyuran",1,1,1 ], "any decapod crustacean of the group (formerly suborder)Brachyura, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brachyuran",1,1,1 ], "includes the crabs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brachyuran",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Brachyura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracing",1,1,1 ], "refreshing; stimulating; invigorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracing",1,2,1 ], "a system of braces used to strengthen or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracken",1,1,1 ], "any of various large coarse ferns, esp| Pteridium aquilinum, having large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracken",1,1,1 ], "fronds with spore cases along the undersides and extensive underground stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bracken",1,1,2 ], "a clump of any of these ferns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket fungus",1,1,1 ], "Polyporaceae, growing as a shelflike mass (bracket) from tree trunks and producing spores in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bracket fungus",1,1,1 ], "any saprophytic or parasitic fungus of the basidiomycetous family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket fungus",1,1,1 ], "vertical tubes in the bracket" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,1 ], "an L-shaped or other support fixed to a wall to hold a shelf, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,2 ], "one or more wall shelves carried on brackets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,3 ], "a support projecting from the side of a wall or other structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,4 ], "either of a pair of characters, , used to enclose a section of writing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,4 ], "printing to separate it from the main text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,5 ], "a general name for parenthesis, square bracket, and brace ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,6 ], "a group or category falling within or between certain defined limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,7 ], "the distance between two preliminary shots of artillery fire in range-finding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,8 ], "^" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,1,8 ], "a skating figure consisting of two arcs meeting at a point, tracing the shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,2,1 ], "to fix or support by means of a bracket or brackets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,2,2 ], "spurious, or bearing a separate relationship of some kind to the rest of the text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,2,2 ], "to put (written or printed matter) in brackets, esp| as being irrelevant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,2,3 ], "to couple or join (two lines of text, etc|) with a brace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by with) to group or class together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracket",1,2,5 ], "to adjust (artillery fire) until the target is hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracketing",1,1,1 ], "a set of brackets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brackish",1,1,1 ], "(of water)slightly briny or salty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bract",1,1,1 ], "a specialized leaf with a single flower or inflorescence growing in its axil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracteate",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant) having bracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracteate",1,2,1 ], "a fine decorated dish or plate of precious metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bracteole",1,1,1 ], "a secondary or small bract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brad",1,1,1 ], "a small tapered nail having a small head that is either symmetrical or formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brad",1,1,1 ], "on one side only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bradawl",1,1,1 ], "an awl used to pierce wood, leather, or other materials for the insertion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bradawl",1,1,1 ], "brads, screws, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brady-",1,1,1 ], "indicating slowness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bradycardia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally low rate of heartbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bradykinin",1,1,1 ], "a protein in blood plasma that dilates blood vessels and causes contraction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bradykinin",1,1,1 ], "smooth muscles| Formula: C50H73N15O11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brae",1,1,1 ], "a hill or hillside; slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brag",1,1,1 ], "boastfully" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brag",1,1,1 ], "to speak of (one's own achievements, possessions, etc|) arrogantly and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brag",1,2,1 ], "boastful talk or behaviour, or an instance of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brag",1,2,2 ], "something boasted of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brag",1,2,3 ], "a braggart; boaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brag",1,2,4 ], "a card game: an old form of poker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braggadocio",1,1,1 ], "vain empty boasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braggadocio",1,1,2 ], "a person who boasts; braggart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braggart",1,1,1 ], "a person who boasts loudly or exaggeratedly; bragger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braggart",1,2,1 ], "boastful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braid",1,1,1 ], "to interweave several strands of (hair, thread, etc|); plait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braid",1,1,2 ], "to make by such weaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braid",1,1,3 ], "to dress or bind (the hair) with a ribbon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braid",1,1,4 ], "to decorate with an ornamental trim or border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braid",1,2,1 ], "a length of hair, fabric, etc|, that has been braided; plait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braid",1,2,2 ], "narrow ornamental tape of woven silk, wool, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braided",1,1,1 ], "(of a river or stream) flowing in several shallow interconnected channels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braided",1,1,1 ], "separated by banks of deposited material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "braiding",1,1,1 ], "braids collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braiding",1,1,2 ], "work done in braid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braiding",1,1,3 ], "a piece of braid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brail",1,1,1 ], "furling it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brail",1,1,1 ], "one of several lines fastened to the leech of a fore-and-aft sail to aid in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brail",1,2,1 ], "to furl (a fore-and-aft sail) using brails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain coral",1,1,1 ], "a stony coral of the genus Meandrina, in which the polyps lie in troughlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain coral",1,1,1 ], "thecae resembling the convoluted surface of a human brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brain death",1,1,1 ], "considered as the criterion of death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brain death",1,1,1 ], "irreversible cessation of respiration due to irreparable brain damage, even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain death",1,1,1 ], "though the heart may continue beating with the aid of a mechanical ventilator: widely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brain drain",1,1,1 ], "equipment, or conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brain drain",1,1,1 ], "the emigration of scientists, technologists, academics, etc|, for better pay," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain fever",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the brain or its covering membranes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain stem",1,1,1 ], "midbrain, and the pons Varolii" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brain stem",1,1,1 ], "the stalklike part of the brain consisting of the medulla oblongata, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain wave",1,1,1 ], "an electroencephalogram| They vary in frequency from 1 to 30 hertz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brain wave",1,1,1 ], "any of the fluctuations of electrical potential in the brain as represented on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain wave",1,1,2 ], "a sudden idea or inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,1 ], "cerebellum| Technical name: encephalon" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,1 ], "of thought, memory, and emotion| It includes the cerebrum, brain stem, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,1 ], "that is the controlling and coordinating centre of the nervous system and the seat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,1 ], "the soft convoluted mass of nervous tissue within the skull of vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,2 ], "the main neural bundle or ganglion of certain invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,3 ], "intellectual ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,4 ], "shrewdness or cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,5 ], "an intellectual or intelligent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,6 ], "a person who plans and organizes an undertaking or is in overall control of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,6 ], "organization, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,7 ], "on the brain| Informal| constantly in mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,1,8 ], "pick someone's brains| Informal| to obtain information or ideas from someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,2,1 ], "to smash the skull of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain",1,2,2 ], "to hit hard on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain-fever bird",1,1,1 ], "an Indian cuckoo, Cuculus varius, that utters a repetitive call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brain-teaser",1,1,1 ], "a difficult problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainchild",1,1,1 ], "an idea or plan produced by creative thought; invention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainless",1,1,1 ], "stupid or foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainpan",1,1,1 ], "the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brains trust",1,1,1 ], "a group of knowledgeable people who discuss topics in public or on radio or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brains trust",1,1,1 ], "television" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brains trust",1,1,2 ], "a group of experts who advise the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainsick",1,1,1 ], "relating to or caused by insanity; crazy; mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainstorm",1,1,1 ], "a severe outburst of excitement, often as the result of a transitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainstorm",1,1,1 ], "disturbance of cerebral activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brainstorm",1,1,2 ], "a sudden mental aberration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainstorm",1,1,3 ], "another word for brain wave ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainstorming",1,1,1 ], "intensive discussion to solve problems or generate ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainwash",1,1,1 ], "methods based on conditioning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brainwash",1,1,1 ], "to effect a radical change in the ideas and beliefs of (a person), esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainy",1,1,1 ], "brainier, brainiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brainy",1,1,2 ], "clever; intelligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braise",1,1,1 ], "slowly in a closed pan with a small amount of liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "braise",1,1,1 ], "to cook (meat, vegetables, etc|) by lightly browning in fat and then cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake band",1,1,1 ], "a strip of fabric, leather, or metal tightened around a pulley or shaft to act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake band",1,1,1 ], "as a brake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake drum",1,1,1 ], "the cast-iron drum attached to the hub of a wheel of a motor vehicle fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake drum",1,1,1 ], "with drum brakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake fluid",1,1,1 ], "an oily liquid used to transmit pressure in a hydraulic brake or clutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake fluid",1,1,1 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake horsepower",1,1,1 ], "by the resistance of an applied brake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake horsepower",1,1,1 ], "the rate at which an engine does work, expressed in horsepower| It is measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake light",1,1,1 ], "a red light attached to the rear of a motor vehicle that lights up when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake light",1,1,1 ], "brakes are applied, serving as a warning to following drivers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake lining",1,1,1 ], "a curved thin strip of an asbestos composition riveted to a brake shoe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake lining",1,1,1 ], "provide it with a renewable surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake parachute",1,1,1 ], "a parachute attached to the rear of an aircraft and opened during landing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake parachute",1,1,1 ], "assist braking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake shoe",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to shoe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake shoe",1,1,1 ], "the curved metal casting to which the brake lining is riveted in a drum brake|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake van",1,1,1 ], "U|S| equivalent: caboose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake van",1,1,1 ], "the coach or vehicle from which the guard applies the brakes; guard's van|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,1,1 ], "a device for slowing or stopping a vehicle, wheel, shaft, etc|, or for keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,1,1 ], "it stationary, esp| by means of friction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,2 ], "a machine or tool for crushing or breaking flax or hemp to separate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,2 ], "fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,3 ], "a heavy harrow for breaking up clods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,4 ], "short for brake van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,5 ], "short for shooting brake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,1,6 ], "an obsolete word for the rack (an instrument of torture)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,2,1 ], "to slow down or cause to slow down, by or as if by using a brake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",1,3,1 ], "to crush or break up using a brake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",2,1,1 ], "an area of dense undergrowth, shrubs, brushwood, etc|; thicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",3,1,1 ], "another name for bracken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brake",4,1,1 ], "a past tense of break|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brakeman",1,1,1 ], "a crew member of a goods or passenger train| His duties include controlling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brakeman",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary braking power and inspecting the train" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brakesman",1,1,1 ], "a pithead winch operator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bramble",1,1,1 ], "Rubus, esp| the blackberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bramble",1,1,1 ], "any of various prickly herbaceous plants or shrubs of the rosaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bramble",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related shrubs, such as the dog rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bramble",1,2,1 ], "to gather blackberries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brambling",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian finch, Fringilla montifringilla, with a speckled head and back and," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brambling",1,1,1 ], "in the male, a reddish brown breast and darker wings and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bran tub",1,1,1 ], "a tub containing bran in which small wrapped gifts are hidden, used at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bran tub",1,1,1 ], "parties, fairs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bran",1,1,1 ], "husks of cereal grain separated from the flour by sifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bran",1,1,2 ], "food prepared from these husks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch line",1,1,1 ], "a secondary route to a place or places not served by a main line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch officer",1,1,1 ], "(in the British navy since 1949) any officer who holds warrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch out",1,1,1 ], "to expand or extend one's interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,1 ], "a secondary woody stem arising from the trunk or bough of a tree or the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,1 ], "stem of a shrub" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,2 ], "a subdivision of the stem or root of any other plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,3 ], "an offshoot or secondary part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,3,1 ], "a subdivision or subsidiary section of something larger or more complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,4 ], "any small stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,5 ], "a section of a curve separated from the rest of the curve by discontinuities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,5 ], "or special points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,6 ], "a departure from the normal sequence of programmed instructions into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,1,6 ], "subroutine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,2,1 ], "(of a tree or other plant) to produce or possess branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,3,1 ], "(of stems, roots, etc|) to grow and diverge (from another part)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,3,2 ], "to divide or be divided into subsidiaries or offshoots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branch",1,4,1 ], "to diverge from the main way, road, topic, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branched chain",1,1,1 ], "an open chain of atoms with one or more side chains attached to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branchia",1,1,1 ], "a gill in aquatic animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branching",1,1,1 ], "a particular nuclide| The branching fraction is the proportion of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "branching",1,1,1 ], "disintegrating nuclei that follow a particular branch to the total number of disintegrating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "branching",1,1,1 ], "nuclides" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "branching",1,1,1 ], "the occurrence of several decay processes (branches) in the disintegration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branchiopod",1,1,1 ], "any crustacean of the mainly freshwater subclass Branchiopoda, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branchiopod",1,1,1 ], "flattened limblike appendages for swimming, feeding, and respiration| The group includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "branchiopod",1,1,1 ], "the water fleas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,1 ], "a trade name identifying a manufacturer or a product; trademark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,2 ], "a particular kind or variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) slaves or criminals, esp| as a proof of ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,3 ], "an identifying mark made, usually by burning, on the skin of animals or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,4 ], "an iron heated and used for branding animals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,5 ], "a mark of disgrace or infamy; stigma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,6 ], "a burning or burnt piece of wood, as in a fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,6,1 ], "a flaming torch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,6,2 ], "a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,7 ], "a fungal disease of garden plants characterized by brown spots on the leaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,1,7 ], "caused by the rust fungus Puccinia arenariae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,2,1 ], "to label, burn, or mark with or as with a brand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,2,2 ], "to place indelibly in the memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand",1,2,3 ], "to denounce; stigmatize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brand-new",1,1,1 ], "absolutely new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandish",1,1,1 ], "ostentatious way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brandish",1,1,1 ], "to wave or flourish (a weapon, etc|) in a triumphant, threatening, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandish",1,2,1 ], "a threatening or defiant flourish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandling",1,1,1 ], "a small red earthworm, Eisenia foetida (or Helodrilus foetidus), found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandling",1,1,1 ], "manure and used as bait by anglers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brandy bottle",1,1,1 ], "another name for a yellow water lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandy butter",1,1,1 ], "another name for hard sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandy snap",1,1,1 ], "a crisp sweet biscuit, rolled into a cylinder before baking and often filled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandy snap",1,1,1 ], "with whipped cream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brandy",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink consisting of spirit distilled from grape wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brandy",1,1,2 ], "a distillation of wines made from other fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branks",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an iron bridle used to restrain scolding women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "branle",1,1,1 ], "an old French country dance performed in a linked circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brant",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of brent (the goose)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brash",1,1,1 ], "tastelessly or offensively loud, showy, or bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brash",1,1,2 ], "hasty; rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brash",1,1,3 ], "impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brash",2,1,1 ], "loose rubbish, such as broken rock, hedge clippings, etc|; debris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brash",3,1,1 ], "another name for heartburn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brashy",1,1,1 ], "brashier, brashiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brashy",1,1,2 ], "loosely fragmented; rubbishy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brashy",1,1,3 ], "(of timber) brittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brasier",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of brazier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brasilein",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of brazilein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brasilin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of brazilin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass hat",1,1,1 ], "a top-ranking official, esp| a military officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass tacks",1,1,1 ], "basic realities; hard facts (esp| in the phrase get down to brass tacks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of copper and zinc containing more than 50 per cent of copper| Alpha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,1 ], "brass (containing less than 35 per cent of zinc) is used for most engineering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,1 ], "castings" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,1 ], "materials requiring forging, pressing, etc| Alpha-beta brass (35-45 per cent zinc) is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,1 ], "used for hot working and extrusion| Beta brass (45-50 per cent zinc) is used for" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,2 ], "an object, ornament, or utensil made of brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,2,1 ], "funnel-shaped mouthpiece" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,2,1 ], "horn, etc|, each consisting of a brass tube blown directly by means of a cup- or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,2,1 ], "the large family of wind instruments including the trumpet, trombone, French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,2,2 ], "instruments of this family forming a section in an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,2,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,3 ], "a renewable sleeve or bored semicylindrical shell made of brass or bronze," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,3 ], "used as a liner for a bearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,4 ], "important or high-ranking officials, esp| military officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,5 ], "money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,6 ], "an engraved brass memorial tablet or plaque, set in the wall or floor of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,6 ], "church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,7 ], "bold self-confidence; cheek; nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brass",1,1,8 ], "of, consisting of, or relating to brass or brass instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassard",1,1,1 ], "an identifying armband or badge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassard",1,1,2 ], "a piece of armour for the upper arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassbound",1,1,1 ], "inflexibly entrenched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brasserie",1,1,1 ], "a bar in which drinks and often food are served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brasserie",1,1,2 ], "a small and usually cheap restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassica",1,1,1 ], "any cruciferous plant of the genus Brassica, native to the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassica",1,1,1 ], "mustard" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brassica",1,1,1 ], "region and grown widely as vegetables, such as cabbage, rape, swede, turnip, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brassie",1,1,1 ], "a club, a No| 2 wood, originally having a brass-plated sole and with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassie",1,1,1 ], "shallower face than a driver to give more loft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brassiere",1,1,1 ], "a woman's undergarment for covering and supporting the breasts| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassiere",1,1,1 ], "shortened to bra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brassy",1,1,1 ], "brassier, brassiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassy",1,1,2 ], "insolent; brazen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassy",1,1,3 ], "flashy; showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassy",1,1,4 ], "(of sound) harsh, strident, or resembling the sound of a brass instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassy",1,1,5 ], "like brass, esp| in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brassy",1,1,6 ], "decorated with or made of brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brat",1,1,1 ], "a child, esp| one who is dirty or unruly: used contemptuously or playfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brat",2,1,1 ], "dialect| an apron or overall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brattice",1,1,1 ], "a partition of wood or treated cloth used to control ventilation in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brattice",1,1,2 ], "a fixed wooden tower or parapet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brattice",1,2,1 ], "to fit with a brattice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brattishing",1,1,1 ], "decorative work along the coping or on the cornice of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bratwurst",1,1,1 ], "a type of small pork sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braunite",1,1,1 ], "a brown or black mineral that consists of manganese oxide and silicate and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braunite",1,1,1 ], "a source of manganese| Formula: Mn7SiO12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bravado",1,1,1 ], "vaunted display of courage or self-confidence; swagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,1,1,1 ], "having or displaying courage, resolution, or daring; not cowardly or timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,1,1,2 ], "the brave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,1,2 ], "fine; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,1,3 ], "excellent or admirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,2,1 ], "a warrior of a North American Indian tribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,2,2 ], "an obsolete word for bully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,3,1 ], "to dare or defy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,3,2 ], "to confront with resolution or courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brave",1,3,3 ], "to make splendid, esp| in dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravissimo",1,1,1 ], "very well done! excellent!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravo",1,1,1 ], "(br$a$:!v@@$u)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravo",1,1,2 ], "well done!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravo",1,2,1 ], "(br$a:!v@@$u) , pl| vos| a cry of bravo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravo",1,2,2 ], ", pl| voes or vos| a hired killer or assassin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravura",1,1,1 ], "a display of boldness or daring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravura",1,1,1,1 ], "a passage or piece requiring great spirit and technical skill by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bravura",1,1,1,1 ], "performer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bravura",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braw",1,1,1 ], "fine or excellent, esp| in appearance or dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawl",1,1,1 ], "a loud disagreement or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawl",1,1,2 ], "an uproarious party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawl",1,2,1 ], "to quarrel or fight noisily; squabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawl",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of water) to flow noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawl",2,1,1 ], "a dance: the English version of the branle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawn",1,1,1 ], "strong well-developed muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawn",1,1,2 ], "physical strength, esp| as opposed to intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawn",1,1,3 ], "a seasoned jellied loaf made from the head and sometimes the feet of a pig or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawn",1,1,3 ], "calf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brawny",1,1,1 ], "brawnier, brawniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brawny",1,1,2 ], "muscular and strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braxy",1,1,1 ], "Clostridium septicum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "braxy",1,1,1 ], "an acute and usually fatal bacterial disease of sheep characterized by high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braxy",1,1,1 ], "fever, coma, and inflammation of the fourth stomach, caused by infection with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bray",1,1,1 ], "(of a donkey) to utter its characteristic loud harsh sound; heehaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bray",1,2,1 ], "to make a similar sound, as in laughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bray",1,3,1 ], "to utter with a loud harsh sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bray",1,4,1 ], "the loud harsh sound uttered by a donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bray",1,4,2 ], "a similar loud cry or uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bray",2,1,1 ], "to distribute (ink) over printing type or plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bray",2,2,1 ], "to pound into a powder, as in a mortar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bray",2,2,2 ], "to hit or beat (someone or something) hard; bang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braze",1,1,1 ], "to decorate with or make of brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braze",1,1,2 ], "to make like brass, as in hardness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "braze",2,1,1 ], "high-melting solder between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "braze",2,1,1 ], "to make a joint between (two metal surfaces) by fusing a layer of brass or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazen",1,1,1 ], "shameless and bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazen",1,1,2 ], "made of or resembling brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazen",1,1,3 ], "having a ringing metallic sound like that of a brass trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazen",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by out or through) to face and overcome boldly or shamelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazen",1,2,2 ], "to make (oneself, etc|) bold or brash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazen-faced",1,1,1 ], "shameless or impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazier",1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in brass-working or brass-founding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazier",2,1,1 ], "a portable metal receptacle for burning charcoal or coal, used for cooking," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazier",2,1,1 ], "heating, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brazil nut",1,1,1 ], "a tropical South American tree, Bertholletia excelsa, producing large globular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazil nut",1,1,1 ], "capsules, each containing several closely packed triangular nuts: family Lecythidaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brazil nut",1,1,2 ], "shortened to brazil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brazil nut",1,1,2 ], "the nut of this tree, having an edible oily kernel and a woody shell|Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazil",1,1,1 ], "genus Caesalpinia, such as C| echinata of America: used for cabinetwork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brazil",1,1,1 ], "the red wood obtained from various caesalpiniaceous tropical trees of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazil",1,1,2 ], "the red or purple dye extracted from any of these woods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazil",1,1,3 ], "short for brazil nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazilein",1,1,1 ], "a red crystalline solid obtained by the oxidation of brazilin and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazilein",1,1,1 ], "dye| Formula: C16H12O5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brazilin",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C16H14O5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brazilin",1,1,1 ], "a pale yellow soluble crystalline solid, turning red in alkaline solution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brazilin",1,1,1 ], "extracted from brazil wood and sappanwood and used in dyeing and as an indicator|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breach of promise",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) failure to carry out one's promise to marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach of the peace",1,1,1 ], "an offence against public order causing an unnecessary disturbance of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach of the peace",1,1,1 ], "peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breach of trust",1,1,1 ], "a violation of duty by a trustee or any other person in a fiduciary position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,1,1 ], "a crack, break, or rupture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,1,2 ], "a breaking, infringement, or violation of a promise, obligation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,1,3 ], "any severance or separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,1,4 ], "the act of a whale in breaking clear of the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,1,5 ], "the breaking of sea waves on a shore or rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,1,6 ], "an obsolete word for wound ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,2,1 ], "to break through or make an opening, hole, or incursion in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,3,1 ], "to break a promise, law, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breach",1,4,1 ], "(of a whale) to break clear of the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread and butter",1,1,1 ], "a means of support or subsistence; livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread and butter",1,2,1 ], "(bread-and-butter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread and butter",1,2,1,1 ], "providing a basic means of subsistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread and butter",1,2,1,2 ], "solid, reliable, or practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread and butter",1,2,1,3 ], "expressing gratitude, as for hospitality (esp| in the phrase bread-and-butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread and butter",1,2,1,3 ], "letter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bread mould",1,1,1 ], "a black phycomycete fungus, Rhizopus nigricans, occurring on decaying bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread mould",1,1,1 ], "and vegetable matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bread sauce",1,1,1 ], "a bechamel sauce thickened with breadcrumbs and served with roast poultry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread sauce",1,1,1 ], "esp| chicken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,1 ], "a food made from a dough of flour or meal mixed with water or milk, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,1 ], "raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,2 ], "necessary food; nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,4 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,4 ], "a small loaf, piece of bread, or wafer of unleavened bread used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,5 ], "break bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,6 ], "cast one's bread upon the waters| to do good without expectation of advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,6 ], "or return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,7 ], "know which side one's bread is buttered| Informal| to know what to do in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,7 ], "order to keep one's advantages or privileges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,1,8 ], "take the bread out of mouth| to deprive of a livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bread",1,2,1 ], "to cover with bread crumbs before cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadbasket",1,1,1 ], "a basket for carrying bread or rolls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadbasket",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadboard",1,1,1 ], "a wooden board on which dough is kneaded or bread is sliced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadboard",1,1,2 ], "an experimental arrangement of electronic circuits giving access to components" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadboard",1,1,2 ], "so that modifications can be carried out easily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breadfruit",1,1,1 ], "a moraceous tree, Artocarpus communis (or A| altilis), of the Pacific Islands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadfruit",1,1,1 ], "having edible round, usually seedless, fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breadfruit",1,1,2 ], "bread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breadfruit",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which is eaten baked or roasted and has a texture like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadline",1,1,1 ], "a queue of people waiting for free food given out by a government agency or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadline",1,1,1 ], "charity organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breadline",1,1,2 ], "on the breadline| Informal| impoverished; living at subsistence level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadnut",1,1,1 ], "a moraceous tree, Brosimum alicastrum, of Central America and the West Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadnut",1,1,2 ], "flour, esp| in the West Indies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breadnut",1,1,2 ], "the nutlike fruit of this tree, ground to produce a substitute for wheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadroot",1,1,1 ], "a papilionaceous plant, Psoralea esculenta, of central North America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadroot",1,1,1 ], "an edible starchy root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breadth",1,1,1 ], "the linear extent or measurement of something from side to side; width" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadth",1,1,2 ], "a piece of fabric, etc|, having a standard or definite width" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadth",1,1,3 ], "distance, extent, size, or dimension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadth",1,1,4 ], "openness and lack of restriction, esp| of viewpoint or interest; liberality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadthways",1,1,1 ], "from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breadwinner",1,1,1 ], "a person supporting a family with his or her earnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 1, 1],"to cease to function; become ineffective",1). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 1, 2],"to yield or cause to yield, esp| to strong emotion or tears",1). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 2, 1],"to crush or destroy",1). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 3, 1],"to have a nervous breakdown",1). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 3, 2],"to analyse or be subjected to analysis",1). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 3, 3, 1],"stop it",1). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 3, 3, 2],"don't expect me to believe that; come off it",1). c_DEF([ "break down" ,1, 3, 3],"break it down| Austral| informal",1). c_DEF([ "break even" ,1, 1, 1],"gambling, at which there is neither profit nor loss",2). c_DEF([ "break even" ,1, 1, 1],"to attain a level of activity, as in commerce, or a point of operation, as in",1). c_DEF([ "break in" ,1, 1, 1],"(sometimes foll| by on) to interrupt",1). c_DEF([ "break in" ,1, 2, 1],"to enter a house, etc|, illegally, esp| by force",1). c_DEF([ "break in" ,1, 3, 1],"to accustom (a person or animal) to normal duties or practice",1). c_DEF([ "break in" ,1, 4, 1],"smoothly",2). c_DEF([ "break in" ,1, 4, 1],"to use or wear (shoes, new equipment, etc|) until comfortable or running",1). c_DEF([ "break into",1,1,1 ], "to enter (a house, etc|) illegally, esp| by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break into",1,1,2 ], "to change abruptly from a slower to a faster speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break into",1,1,3 ], "to consume (supplies held in reserve)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break of day" ,1, 1, 1],"another term for dawn ,1,1| Hbreak off",1). c_DEF([ "break of day" ,1, 2, 1],"to sever or detach or be severed or detached",1). c_DEF([ "break of day" ,1, 2, 2],"ended",2). c_DEF([ "break of day" ,1, 2, 2],"to end (a relationship, association, etc|) or (of a relationship, etc|) to be",1). c_DEF([ "break of day" ,1, 3, 1],"to stop abruptly; halt",1). c_DEF([ "break out" ,1, 1, 1],"to begin or arise suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "break out" ,1, 1, 2],"to make an escape, esp| from prison or confinement",1). c_DEF([ "break out" ,1, 1, 3],"(foll| by in)(of the skin)",1). c_DEF([ "break out" ,1, 1, 4],"to erupt (in a rash, pimples, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "break through" ,1, 1, 1],"to penetrate",1). c_DEF([ "break through" ,1, 2, 1],"to achieve success, make a discovery, etc|, esp| after lengthy efforts",1). c_DEF([ "break up" ,1, 1, 1],"to separate or cause to separate",1). c_DEF([ "break up" ,1, 1, 2],"to put an end to (a relationship) or (of a relationship) to come to an end",1). c_DEF([ "break up" ,1, 1, 3],"to dissolve or cause to dissolve; disrupt or be disrupted",1). c_DEF([ "break up" ,1, 1, 4],"to lose or cause to lose control of the emotions",1). c_DEF([ "break up" ,1, 1, 5],"to be or cause to be overcome with laughter",1). c_DEF([ "break",1,1,1 ], "to separate or become separated into two or more pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,1,2 ], "to damage or become damaged so as to be inoperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,1,3 ], "to crack or become cracked without separating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,1,4 ], "to burst or cut the surface of (skin, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,1,5 ], "to discontinue or become discontinued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,1,6 ], "to disperse or become dispersed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,10,1 ], "to weaken the impact or force of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,11,1 ], "to decipher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,12,1 ], "to lose the order of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,13,1 ], "to reduce to poverty or the state of bankruptcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,13,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by into) to obtain, give, or receive smaller units in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,13,2 ], "exchange for; change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,14,1 ], "to demote to a lower rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,15,1 ], "to proceed suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,16,1 ], "to come into being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,17,1 ], "to burst into song, laughter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,18,1 ], "to open with explosives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,19,1 ], "(of waves)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,19,1,1 ], "(often foll| by against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,19,2 ], "to strike violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,19,2,2 ], "to collapse into foam or surf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,2,1 ], "to fail to observe (an agreement, promise, law, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by with) to discontinue an association (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,2,3 ], "to disclose or be disclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,20,1 ], "(esp| of fish) to appear above the surface of the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,21,1 ], "to turn out in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,22,1 ], "(of prices, esp| stock exchange quotations) to fall sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,23,1 ], "to make a sudden effort, as in running, horse racing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,24,1 ], "(of a ball) to change direction on bouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,25,1 ], "(of a player) to knock down at least one bail from (a wicket)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,26,1 ], "to scatter the balls at the start of a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,27,1 ], "to commence running in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,28,1 ], "(of two fighters) to separate from a clinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,29,1,1 ], "(of the male voice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,29,2 ], "to undergo a change in register, quality, and range at puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,29,2,2 ], "(of the voice or some instruments) to undergo a change in tone, quality, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,29,2,2 ], "when changing registers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,3,1 ], "to fracture (a bone) in (a limb, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,30,1 ], "(of a vowel) to turn into a diphthong, esp| as a development in the language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,31,1 ], "butt on its hinge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,31,1 ], "to open the breech of (certain firearms) by snapping the barrel away from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,1 ], "to interrupt the flow of current in (an electrical circuit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,10 ], "break wind| to emit wind from the anus or mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,2 ], "break bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,2,1 ], "to eat a meal, esp| with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,2,2 ], "Christianity| to administer or participate in Holy Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,3 ], "break camp| to pack up equipment and leave a camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,4 ], "break ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,4,1 ], "to begin an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,4,2 ], "to make one or more discoveries or innovations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,5 ], "break one's back| to overwork or work very hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,6 ], "break the back of| to complete the greatest or hardest part of (a task)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,7 ], "break the bank| to ruin financially or deplete the resources of a bank (as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,7 ], "gambling)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,8 ], "break the ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,8,1 ], "to relieve shyness or reserve, esp| between strangers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,8,2 ], "to be the first of a group to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,32,9 ], "break service| Tennis| to win a game in which an opponent is serving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,1 ], "the act or result of breaking; fracture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,10 ], "a pause in a line of verse; caesura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,10,1 ], "a series of successful shots during one turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,10,1 ], "the opening shot with the cue ball that scatters the placed balls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,10,2 ], "the points scored in such a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,10,2 ], "the right to take this first shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,11 ], "the act or instance of breaking an opponent's service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,12 ], "one of the intervals in a sporting contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,13 ], "the start of a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,14 ], "(in tenpin bowling) failure to knock down all the pins after the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,14 ], "attempt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,15 ], "a short passage during which a soloist plays unaccompanied: it is usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,15 ], "improvised" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,16 ], "a discontinuity in an electrical circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,17 ], "an open four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,2 ], "a crack formed as the result of breaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,3 ], "a brief respite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,4 ], "a sudden rush, esp| to escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,5 ], "a breach in a relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,6 ], "any sudden interruption in a continuous action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,7 ], "a short period between classes at school| U|S| equivalent: recess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,8 ], "a fortunate opportunity, esp| to prove oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,33,9 ], "(esp| in a stock exchange) a sudden and substantial decline in prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,34,1 ], "a command by a referee for two opponents to separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,4,1 ], "to divide (something complete or perfect)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,4,2 ], "to bring or come to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,5,1 ], "to bring to an end by or as if by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,5,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by out) to escape (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,5,3 ], "to weaken or overwhelm or be weakened or overwhelmed, as in spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,6,1 ], "to cut through or penetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,7,1 ], "to improve on or surpass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,8,1 ], "to accustom (a horse) to the bridle and saddle, to being ridden, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "break",1,9,1 ], "to cause (a person) to give up (a habit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakable",1,2,1 ], "a fragile easily broken article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakage",1,1,1 ], "the act or result of breaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakage",1,1,2 ], "the quantity or amount broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakage",1,1,3 ], "compensation or allowance for goods damaged while in use, transit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 1, 0, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a sudden attack, esp| from a defensive position, in football, hockey, etc",1). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"an attempt to get away from the rest of the field in a race",1). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 2, 1],"way",1). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 3, 1],"(often foll| by from) to leave hastily or escape",1). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 3, 2],"to withdraw or secede",1). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 3, 3],"to make a breakaway",1). c_DEF([ "breakaway" ,1, 3, 4],"to start prematurely",1). c_DEF([ "breakbone fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for dengue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakdown van",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle equipped for towing away wrecked or disabled cars| U|S| names:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakdown van",1,1,1 ], "wrecker, tow truck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that breaks something, such as a person or firm that breaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,1 ], "up old cars, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,2 ], "a large wave with a white crest on the open sea or one that breaks into foam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,2 ], "on the shore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,3 ], "short for circuit breaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,4 ], "a machine or plant for crushing rocks or coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,5 ], "a plough with a long shallow mould board for turning virgin land or sod land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",1,1,6 ], "a machine for extracting fibre preparatory to carding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaker",2,1,1 ], "a small water cask for use in a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakeven chart",1,1,1 ], "a graph measuring the value of an enterprise's revenue and costs against some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakeven chart",1,1,1 ], "index of its activity, such as percentage capacity| The intersection of the total" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breakeven chart",1,1,1 ], "revenue and total cost curves gives the breakeven point" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "breakfast",1,1,1,1 ], "the first meal of the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakfast",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakfast",1,1,2 ], "the food at this meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakfast",1,2,1 ], "to eat or supply with breakfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakfront",1,1,1 ], "(of a bookcase, bureau, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakfront",1,1,2 ], "having a slightly projecting central section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaking" ,1, 1, 1],"(in Old English, Old Norse, etc|) the change of a vowel into a diphthong",1). c_DEF([ "breakneck",1,1,1 ], "(of speed, pace, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakneck",1,1,2 ], "excessive and dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breakpoint" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"an instruction inserted by a debug program causing a return to the debug",1). c_DEF([ "breakpoint" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"program",2). c_DEF([ "breakpoint" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the point in a program at which such an instruction operates",1). c_DEF([ "breakpoint" ,1, 1, 2],"symbol for copyright",1). c_DEF([ "breakwater" ,1, 1, 1],"a massive wall built out into the sea to protect a shore or harbour from the",1). c_DEF([ "breakwater" ,1, 1, 1],"force of waves",2). c_DEF([ "breakwater" ,1, 1, 2],"another name for ,groyne",1). c_DEF([ "breakwater" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "breakwater" ,1, 2, 2],"(of a woman in labour) to rupture the amniotic sac thus releasing amniotic",1). c_DEF([ "breakwater" ,1, 2, 2],"fluid",2). c_DEF([ "bream" ,1, 1, 1],"3brim (br$Im) n|, pl| bream or brim",1). c_DEF([ "bream" ,1, 1, 2],"A| brama, having a deep compressed body covered with silvery scales",2). c_DEF([ "bream" ,1, 1, 2],"any of several Eurasian freshwater cyprinid fishes of the genus Abramis, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "bream" ,1, 1, 3],"white or silver bream",1). c_DEF([ "bream" ,1, 1, 4],"a similar cyprinid, Blicca bjoerkna",1). c_DEF([ "bream" ,1, 1, 5],"short for sea bream",1). c_DEF([ "bream",2,1,1 ], "(formerly) to clean debris from (the bottom of a vessel) by heating to soften" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bream",2,1,1 ], "the pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,1 ], "the front part of the body from the neck to the abdomen; chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,10 ], "beat one's breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,10,1 ], "to display guilt and remorse publicly or ostentatiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,10,2 ], "to make a show of victory or success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,11 ], "make a clean breast of| to make a confession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,2 ], "either of the two soft fleshy milk-secreting glands on the chest in sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,2 ], "mature human females" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,3 ], "a similar organ in certain other mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,4 ], "anything that resembles a breast in shape or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,5 ], "a source of nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,6 ], "the source of human emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,7 ], "the part of a garment that covers the breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,8 ], "a projection from the side of a wall, esp| that formed by a chimney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,1,9 ], "the face being worked at the end of a tunnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,2,1 ], "to confront boldly; face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,2,2 ], "to oppose with the breast or meet at breast level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,2,3 ], "to come alongside of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,2,4 ], "to reach the summit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast",1,2,5 ], "keep someone breasted of| to keep someone informed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast-feed",1,1,1 ], "to feed (a baby) with milk from the breast; suckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breast-feed",1,2,1 ], "to pamper; coddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breastbone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for sternum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breastpin",1,1,1 ], "a brooch worn on the breast, esp| to close a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breastplate",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour covering the chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breastplate",1,1,2 ], "the strap of a harness covering a horse's breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breastplate",1,1,3 ], "a square vestment ornamented with 12 precious stones, representing the 12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breastplate",1,1,3 ], "tribes of Israel, worn by the high priest when praying before the holy of holies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breastplate",1,1,4 ], "a nontechnical name for plastron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaststroke",1,1,1 ], "a swimming stroke in which the arms are extended in front of the head and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breaststroke",1,1,1 ], "back together" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "breaststroke",1,1,1 ], "swept back on either side while the legs are drawn up beneath the body and thrust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breastwork",1,1,1 ], "a temporary defensive work, usually breast-high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath test",1,1,1 ], "a chemical test of a driver's breath to determine the amount of alcohol he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath test",1,1,1 ], "has consumed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,1 ], "the intake and expulsion of air during respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,10 ], "life, energy, or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,11 ], "stops such as (p) or (k)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,11 ], "the passage of air through the completely open glottis without vibration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,11 ], "the vocal cords, as in exhaling or pronouncing fricatives such as (f) or (h) or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,12 ], "catch one's breath| to rest until breathing is normal, esp| after exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,13 ], "in the same breath| done or said at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,14 ], "out of breath| gasping for air after exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,15 ], "save one's breath| to refrain from useless talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,16 ], "take one's breath away| to overwhelm with surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,17 ], "under or below one's breath| in a quiet voice or whisper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,2 ], "the air inhaled or exhaled during respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,3 ], "a single respiration or inhalation of air, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,4 ], "the vapour, heat, or odour of exhaled air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,5 ], "a slight gust of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,6 ], "a short pause or rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,7 ], "a brief time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,8 ], "a suggestion or slight evidence; suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breath",1,1,9 ], "a whisper or soft sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathalyse",1,1,1 ], "to apply a Breathalyzer test to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,1,1 ], "dioxide; respire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,1,1 ], "to take in oxygen from (the surrounding medium, esp| air) and give out carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,2,1 ], "to exist; be alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,3,1 ], "to rest to regain breath, composure, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,4,1 ], "(esp| of air) to blow lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,5,1,1 ], "to take in air, esp| for combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,5,1,2 ], "pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,5,1,2 ], "to equalize the pressure within a container, chamber, etc|, with atmospheric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,6,1 ], "to articulate (a speech sound) without vibration of the vocal cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,6,2 ], "to exhale or emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,7,1 ], "to impart; instill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,8,1 ], "to speak softly; whisper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,9,1 ], "to permit to rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,9,2 ], "breathe again, freely, or easily| to feel relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,9,3 ], "breathe down neck|to stay close to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,9,4 ], "(someone), esp| to oversee what they are doing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathe",1,9,5 ], "breathe one's last| to die or be finished or defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathed",1,1,1 ], "are not made to vibrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breathed",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting a speech sound for whose articulation the vocal cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breather",1,1,1 ], "a short pause for rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breather",1,1,2 ], "a person who breathes in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breather",1,1,3 ], "a vent in a container to equalize internal and external pressure, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breather",1,1,3 ], "pipe in the crankcase of an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breather",1,1,4 ], "a small opening in a room, container, cover, etc|, supplying air for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breather",1,1,4 ], "ventilation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breathing space",1,1,1 ], "enough area to permit for freedom of movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing space",1,1,2 ], "a pause for rest, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,1 ], "the passage of air into and out of the lungs to supply the body with oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,2 ], "a single breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,3 ], "an utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,4 ], "a soft movement, esp| of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,5 ], "a rest or pause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,5,1 ], "breathing) preceding the pronunciation of an initial vowel or rho in ancient Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,5,1 ], "expulsion of breath (rough breathing) or absence of such expulsion (smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathing",1,1,5,2 ], "either of two symbols indicating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathless",1,1,1 ], "out of breath; gasping, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathless",1,1,2 ], "holding one's breath or having it taken away by excitement, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathless",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of the atmosphere) motionless and stifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathless",1,1,4 ], "lifeless; dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathtaking",1,1,1 ], "causing awe or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathy",1,1,1 ], "breathier, breathiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathy",1,1,2 ], "(of the speaking voice) accompanied by an audible emission of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breathy",1,1,3 ], "(of the singing voice) lacking resonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breccia",1,1,1 ], "a rock consisting of angular fragments embedded in a finer matrix, formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breccia",1,1,1 ], "erosion, volcanic activity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brecht" ,1, 1, 1],"1898-1956, German dramatist, theatrical producer, and poet, who developed a",1). c_DEF([ "brecht" ,1, 1, 1],"for his wit and compassion|His early works include",3). c_DEF([ "brecht" ,1, 1, 1],"new style of epic theatre and a new theory of theatrical alienation, notable also",2). c_DEF([ "brecht" ,1, 1, 2],"Caucasian Chalk Circle (1955)",4). c_DEF([ "brecht" ,1, 1, 2],"Mother Courage and her Children (1941), The Good Woman of Setzuan (1943), and The",3). c_DEF([ "brecht" ,1, 1, 2],"Weill)| His later plays are concerned with moral and political dilemmas and include",2). c_DEF([ "brecht" ,1, 1, 2],"and Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny (1930) (both with music by Kurt",1). c_DEF([ "bred",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of breed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brede",1,2,1 ], "an archaic spelling of braid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bree",1,1,1 ], "a thin soup or broth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech delivery",1,1,1 ], "birth of a baby with the feet or buttocks appearing first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,1,1 ], "(bri$:t#s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,1,2 ], "the lower dorsal part of the human trunk; buttocks; rump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,1,3 ], "the lower part or bottom of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,1,4 ], "is secured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,1,4 ], "the lower portion of a pulley block, esp| the part to which the rope or chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,1,5 ], "the part of a firearm behind the barrel or bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,1,6 ], "short for breech delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,2,1 ], "(bri$:t#s, br$It#s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,3,1 ], "to fit (a gun) with a breech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breech",1,3,2 ], "to clothe in breeches or any other clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breechblock",1,1,1 ], "a metal block in breech-loading firearms that is withdrawn to insert the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breechblock",1,1,1 ], "cartridge and replaced to close the breech before firing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breechcloth",1,1,1 ], "other names for loincloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeches buoy",1,1,1 ], "a ring-shaped life buoy with a support in the form of a pair of short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeches buoy",1,1,1 ], "breeches, in which a person is suspended for safe transfer from a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breeches",1,1,1 ], "trousers extending to the knee or just below, worn for riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeches",1,1,2 ], "any trousers or pants, esp| extending to the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeching",1,1,1 ], "the strap of a harness that passes behind a horse's haunches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeching",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the rope used to check the recoil run of a ship's guns or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeching",1,1,2 ], "secure them against rough weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breeching",1,1,3 ], "the parts comprising the breech of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breechloader",1,1,1 ], "a firearm that is loaded at the breech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,1,1 ], "to bear (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,2,1 ], "to bring up; raise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,2,2 ], "to produce or cause to produce by mating; propagate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,2,3 ], "plants)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,2,3 ], "to produce and maintain new or improved strains of (domestic animals and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,2,4 ], "to produce or be produced; generate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,3,1 ], "a group of organisms within a species, esp| a group of domestic animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,3,1 ], "originated and maintained by man and having a clearly defined set of characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,3,2 ], "a lineage or race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breed",1,3,3 ], "a kind, sort, or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeder reactor",1,1,1 ], "a type of nuclear reactor that produces more fissionable material than it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeder reactor",1,1,1 ], "consumes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breeder",1,1,1 ], "a person who breeds plants or animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeder",1,1,2 ], "something that reproduces, esp| to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeder",1,1,3 ], "an animal kept for breeding purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeder",1,1,4 ], "a source or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeder",1,1,5 ], "short for breeder reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,1 ], "the process of bearing offspring; reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,2 ], "other methods of reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,2 ], "the process of producing plants or animals by hybridization, inbreeding, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,3 ], "refinement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,3 ], "the result of good training, esp| the knowledge of correct social behaviour;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,4 ], "a person's line of descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,5 ], "a process occurring in a nuclear reactor as a result of which more fissionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeding",1,1,5 ], "material is produced than is used up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breeks",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| name for breeches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breenger",1,1,1 ], "dialect| an impetuous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze block",1,1,1 ], "a light building brick made from the ashes of coal, coke, etc|, bonded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze block",1,1,1 ], "names: cinder block, clinker block" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "breeze block",1,1,1 ], "together by cement and used esp| for walls that bear relatively small loads| Usual U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",1,1,1 ], "a gentle or light wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",1,1,2 ], "a wind of force two to six inclusive on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",1,1,3 ], "an easy task or state of ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",1,1,4 ], "a disturbance, esp| a lively quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",1,2,1 ], "to move quickly or casually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",1,2,2 ], "(of wind) to blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",2,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect name for the gadfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breeze",3,1,1 ], "ashes of coal, coke, or charcoal used to make breeze blocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breezeway",1,1,1 ], "a roofed passageway connecting two buildings, sometimes with the sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breezeway",1,1,1 ], "enclosed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breezy",1,1,1 ], "breezier, breeziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breezy",1,1,2 ], "fresh; windy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breezy",1,1,3 ], "casual or carefree; lively; light-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breezy",1,1,4 ], "lacking substance; light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bregma",1,1,1 ], "in infants this corresponds to the anterior fontanelle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bregma",1,1,1 ], "the point on the top of the skull where the coronal and sagittal sutures meet:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brei",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) S| African informal| to speak with a uvular r, esp| in Afrikaans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brekky",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for breakfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bremsstrahlung",1,1,1 ], "electron, is slowed down by the electric field of an atomic nucleus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bremsstrahlung",1,1,1 ], "the x-radiation produced when an electrically charged particle, such as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brent",1,1,1 ], "a small goose, Branta bernicla, that has a dark grey plumage and short neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brent",1,1,1 ], "and occurs in most northern coastal regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brethren",1,1,1 ], "Archaic except in religious contexts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brethren",1,1,2 ], "a plural of brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breve",1,1,1 ], "an accent, u , placed over a vowel to indicate that it is of short duration or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breve",1,1,1 ], "is pronounced in a specified way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breve",1,1,2 ], "a note, now rarely used, equivalent in time value to two semibreves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breve",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for brief (papal letter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brevet" ,1, 1, 1],"a document entitling a commissioned officer to hold temporarily a higher",1). c_DEF([ "brevet" ,1, 1, 1],"military rank without the appropriate pay and allowances",2). c_DEF([ "brevet" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to promote by brevet",1). c_DEF([ "breviary",1,1,1 ], "a book of psalms, hymns, prayers, etc|, to be recited daily by clerics in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "breviary",1,1,1 ], "major orders and certain members of religious orders as part of the divine office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "breviary",1,1,2 ], "a similar book in the Orthodox Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brevier",1,1,1 ], "(formerly)a size of printer's type approximately equal to 8 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brevity",1,1,1 ], "conciseness of expression; lack of verbosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brevity",1,1,2 ], "a short duration; brief time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,1,1 ], "boiling, and fermentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,1,1 ], "to make (beer, ale, etc|) from malt and other ingredients by steeping," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,1,2 ], "to prepare (a drink, such as tea) by boiling or infusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,2,1 ], "to devise or plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,3,1 ], "to be in the process of being brewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,4,1 ], "to be impending or forming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,5,1 ], "a beverage produced by brewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brew",1,5,2 ], "an instance or time of brewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewage",1,1,1 ], "a product of brewing; brew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewage",1,1,2 ], "the process of brewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewer's yeast",1,1,1 ], "a yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, used in brewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewer's yeast",1,1,2 ], "yeast obtained as a by-product of brewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewery",1,1,1 ], "a place where beer, ale, etc|, is brewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewing",1,1,1 ], "a quantity of a beverage brewed at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewis",1,1,1 ], "bread soaked in broth, gravy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brewis",1,1,2 ], "thickened broth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brey",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of brei|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brian" ,1, 1, 1],"1876-1972, English composer, who wrote 32 symphonies, including the",1). c_DEF([ "brian" ,1, 1, 1],"large-scale",2). c_DEF([ "briar",1,1,1 ], "(briarroot)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "briar",1,1,1 ], "an ericaceous shrub, Erica arborea, of S Europe, having a hard woody root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briar",1,1,2 ], "a tobacco pipe made from the root of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briar",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of brier'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briarroot",1,1,1 ], "the hard woody root of the briar, used for making tobacco pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briarroot",1,1,2 ], "any of several other woods used to make tobacco pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bribe",1,1,1 ], "services or gain influence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bribe",1,1,1 ], "to promise, offer, or give something, esp| money, to (a person) to procure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bribe",1,2,1 ], "a reward, such as money or favour, given or offered for this purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bribe",1,2,2 ], "any persuasion or lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bribe",1,2,3 ], "a length of flawed or damaged cloth removed from the main piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bribery",1,1,1 ], "the process of giving or taking bribes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bric-a-brac",1,1,1 ], "miscellaneous small objects, esp| furniture and curios, kept because they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bric-a-brac",1,1,1 ], "ornamental or rare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brick red",1,2,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick red",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,1,1 ], "a rectangular block of clay mixed with sand and fired in a kiln or baked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,1,1 ], "the sun, used in building construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,2 ], "the material used to make such blocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,3 ], "any rectangular block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,4 ], "bricks collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,5 ], "a reliable, trustworthy, or helpful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,6 ], "a child's building block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,7 ], "short for brick red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,8 ], "drop a brick| Brit| informal| to make a tactless or indiscreet remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,1,9 ], "like a ton of bricks| Informal| with great force; heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brick",1,2,1 ], "to construct, line, pave, fill, or wall up with bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brickbat",1,1,1 ], "a piece of brick or similar material, esp| one used as a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brickbat",1,1,2 ], "blunt criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bricklayer",1,1,1 ], "a person trained or skilled in laying bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bricklaying",1,1,1 ], "the technique or practice of laying bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brickle",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brickle",1,1,2 ], "brittle; fragile; breakable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brickwork",1,1,1 ], "a structure, such as a wall, built of bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brickwork",1,1,2 ], "construction using bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brickyard",1,1,1 ], "a place in which bricks are made, stored, or sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bricole",1,1,1 ], "a shot in which the cue ball touches a cushion after striking the object ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bricole",1,1,1 ], "and before touching another ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bricole",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient and medieval times) a military catapult for throwing stones, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bricole",1,1,3 ], "(esp| formerly) a harness worn by soldiers for dragging guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bricole",1,1,4 ], "an indirect or unexpected stroke or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridal wreath",1,1,1 ], "any of several N temperate rosaceous shrubs of the genus Spiraea, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridal wreath",1,1,1 ], "prunifolia, cultivated for their sprays of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bridal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a bride or a wedding; nuptial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridal",1,2,1 ], "a wedding or wedding feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bride price",1,1,1 ], "(in some societies) money, property, or services given by a bridegroom to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bride price",1,1,1 ], "kinsmen of his bride in order to establish his rights over the woman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bride",1,1,1 ], "a woman who has just been or is about to be married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bride",2,1,1 ], "a thread or loop that joins parts of a pattern|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridegroom",1,1,1 ], "a man who has just been or is about to be married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridesmaid",1,1,1 ], "a girl or young unmarried woman who attends a bride at her wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridewell",1,1,1 ], "a house of correction; jail, esp| for minor offences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 10],"burn one's bridges",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 11],"cross a bridge when (one) comes to it",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 12],"to deal with a problem only when it arises",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 1],"a structure that spans and provides a passage over a road, railway, river, or",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 1],"some other obstacle",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"bones",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the hard ridge at the upper part of the nose, formed by the underlying nasal",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"any anatomical ridge or connecting structure",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 2],"something that resembles this in shape or function",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 3],"the part of a pair of glasses that rests on the nose",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 4],"a dental plate containing one or more artificial teeth that is secured to the",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 4],"surrounding natural teeth",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 5],"a platform athwartships and above the rail, from which a ship is piloted and",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 5],"navigated",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 6],"a piece of wood, usually fixed, supporting the strings of a violin, guitar,",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 6],"etc|, and transmitting their vibrations to the sounding board",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 7],"a passage in a musical, literary, or dramatic work linking two or more",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 7],"important sections",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"a platform of adjustable height above or beside the stage for the use of",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"a support for a cue made by placing the fingers on the table and raising the",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"stagehands, light operators, etc",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"thumb",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"Chiefly Brit| a part of the stage floor that can be raised or lowered",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"a cue rest with a notched end for shots beyond normal reach",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8],"any of several networks, such as a Wheatstone bridge, consisting of two",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8],"branches across which a measuring device is connected| The resistance, capacitance,",2). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8],"etc|, of one component can be determined from the known values of the others when the",3). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 8],"voltage in each branch is balanced",4). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 1, 9],"a partition in a furnace or boiler to keep the fuel in place",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 3, 1],"to build or provide a bridge over something; span",1). c_DEF([ "bridge" ,1, 3, 2],"to connect or reduce the distance between",1). c_DEF([ "bridge",2,1,1 ], "a card game for four players, based on whist, in which one hand (the dummy) is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridge",2,1,1 ], "exposed and the trump suit decided by bidding between the players" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bridgeboard",1,1,1 ], "a board on both sides of a staircase that is cut to support the treads and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridgeboard",1,1,1 ], "risers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bridgehead",1,1,1 ], "an area of ground secured or to be taken on the enemy's side of an obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridgehead",1,1,2 ], "a fortified or defensive position at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridgework",1,1,1,1 ], "a partial denture attached to the surrounding teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridgework",1,1,1,2 ], "the technique of making such appliances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridgework",1,1,2 ], "the process or occupation of constructing bridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridging",1,1,1 ], "construction and distribute the loads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bridging",1,1,1 ], "one or more timber struts fixed between floor or roof joists to stiffen the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridie",1,1,1 ], "a triangular pie containing meat and onions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle path",1,1,1 ], "a path suitable for riding or leading horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,1,1 ], "a headgear for a horse, etc|, consisting of a series of buckled straps and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,1,1 ], "metal mouthpiece (bit) by which the animal is controlled through the reins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,1,2 ], "something that curbs or restrains; check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,1,3 ], "a Y-shaped cable, rope, or chain, used for holding, towing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,1,4 ], "a device by which the motion of a component is limited, often in the form of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,1,4 ], "linkage or flange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,2,1 ], "to put a bridle on (a horse, mule, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,3,1 ], "(of a horse) to respond correctly to the pull of the reins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,4,1 ], "to restrain; curb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridle",1,5,1 ], "to show anger, scorn, or indignation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridlewise",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) obedient to the pressure of the reins on the neck rather than to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bridlewise",1,1,1 ], "the bit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bridoon",1,1,1 ], "a horse's bit: a small snaffle used in double bridles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brie",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,1,1 ], "short in duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,1,2 ], "short in length or extent; scanty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,1,3 ], "abrupt in manner; brusque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,1,4 ], "terse or concise; containing few words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,1 ], "a condensed or short statement or written synopsis; abstract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,2 ], "a document containing all the facts and points of law of a case by which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,2 ], "solicitor instructs a barrister to represent a client" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,3 ], "a letter issuing from the Roman court written in modern characters, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,3 ], "contrasted with a papal bull; papal brief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,4 ], "short for briefing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,5 ], "a paper outlining the arguments and information on one side of a debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,6 ], "hold a brief for| to argue for; champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,2,7 ], "in brief| in short; to sum up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,3,1 ], "to prepare or instruct by giving a summary of relevant facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,3,2 ], "to make a summary or synopsis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,3,2,1 ], "to instruct (a barrister) by brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brief",1,3,2,2 ], "to retain (a barrister) as counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briefcase",1,1,1 ], "a flat portable case, often of leather, for carrying papers, books, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briefing",1,1,1 ], "a meeting at which detailed information or instructions are given, as for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briefing",1,1,1 ], "military operations, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "briefing",1,1,2 ], "the facts presented during such a meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briefless",1,1,1 ], "(said of a barrister) without clients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briefs",1,1,1 ], "men's underpants or women's pants without legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brier",1,1,1 ], "any of various thorny shrubs or other plants, such as the sweetbrier and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brier",1,1,1 ], "greenbrier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brier",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of briar'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brierroot",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of briarroot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brig",1,1,1 ], "a two-masted square-rigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brig",1,1,2 ], "a prison, esp| in a navy ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brig",2,1,1 ], "a northern Brit| word for a bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigade",1,1,1 ], "a formation of fighting units, together with support arms and services," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigade",1,1,1 ], "smaller than a division and usually commanded by a brigadier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brigade",1,1,2 ], "a group of people organized for a certain task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigade",1,2,1 ], "to organize into a brigade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigade",1,2,2 ], "to put or group together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier general",1,1,1 ], "an officer of the U|S| Army, Air Force, or Marine Corps who holds a rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier general",1,1,1 ], "junior to a major general but senior to a colonel, usually commanding a brigade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier general",1,1,2 ], "the former name for a brigadier ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier",1,1,1 ], "an officer of the British Army or Royal Marines who holds a rank junior to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier",1,1,1 ], "major general but senior to a colonel, usually commanding a brigade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier",1,1,2 ], "an equivalent rank in other armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier",1,1,3 ], "short for brigadier general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigadier",1,1,4 ], "a noncommissioned rank in the armies of Napoleon I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigalow",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various acacia trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigalow",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigand",1,1,1 ], "a bandit or plunderer, esp| a member of a gang operating in mountainous areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigandine",1,1,1 ], "a coat of mail, invented in the Middle Ages to increase mobility, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigandine",1,1,1 ], "of metal rings or sheets sewn on to cloth or leather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brigantine",1,1,1 ], "a two-masted sailing ship, rigged square on the foremast and fore-and-aft with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brigantine",1,1,1 ], "square topsails on the mainmast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bright lights",1,1,1 ], "Informal| places of entertainment in a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,1 ], "emitting or reflecting much light; shining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,10 ], "bright and early| very early in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,2 ], "(of colours) intense or vivid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,3 ], "full of promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,4 ], "full of animation; cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,5 ], "quick witted or clever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,6 ], "magnificent; glorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,7 ], "polished; glistening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,8 ], "(of the voice) distinct and clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,1,9 ], "(of a liquid) translucent and clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,2,1 ], "a thin flat paintbrush with a straight sharp edge used for highlighting in oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,2,1 ], "painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,2,2 ], "brightness or splendour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bright",1,3,1 ], "brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brighten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become bright or brighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brighten",1,1,2 ], "to make or become cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brightness",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brightness",1,1,2 ], "a former name for luminosity ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brights",1,1,1 ], "the high beam of the headlights of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brightwork",1,1,1 ], "shiny metal trimmings or fittings on ships, cars, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brightwork",1,1,2 ], "varnished or plain woodwork on a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brill",1,1,1 ], "a European food fish, Scophthalmus rhombus, a flatfish similar to the turbot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brill",1,1,1 ], "but lacking tubercles on the body: family Bothidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brilliance",1,1,1 ], "great brightness; radiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliance",1,1,2 ], "excellence or distinction in physical or mental ability; exceptional talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliance",1,1,3 ], "splendour; magnificence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliance",1,1,4 ], "a former term for luminance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,1 ], "shining with light; sparkling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,2 ], "(of a colour) having a high saturation and reflecting a considerable amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,2 ], "light; vivid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,3 ], "outstanding; exceptional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,4 ], "splendid; magnificent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,5 ], "of outstanding intelligence or intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,5,1 ], "(of the tone of an instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,6 ], "having a large proportion of high harmonics above the fundamental|b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,1,7 ], "Also: brilliant , brilliante with spirit; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,2,1,1 ], "a popular circular cut for diamonds and other gemstones in the form of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,2,1,1 ], "many-faceted pyramids (the top one truncated) joined at their bases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,2,1,2 ], "a diamond of this cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliant",1,2,2 ], "(formerly) a size of a printer's type approximately equal to 4 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliantine",1,1,1 ], "a perfumed oil used to make the hair smooth and shiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brilliantine",1,1,2 ], "a glossy fabric made of mohair and cotton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brim" ,1, 1, 1],"the upper rim of a vessel",1). c_DEF([ "brim" ,1, 1, 2],"a projecting rim or edge",1). c_DEF([ "brim" ,1, 1, 3],"the brink or edge of something",1). c_DEF([ "brim" ,1, 2, 1],"to fill or be full to the brim",1). c_DEF([ "brimful",1,1,1 ], "filled up to the brim (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brimmer",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, such as a glass or bowl, filled to the brim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brimstone",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brimstone",1,1,2 ], "Old World: family Pieridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brimstone",1,1,2 ], "a common yellow butterfly, Gonepteryx rhamni, of N temperate regions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brimstone",1,1,3 ], "a scolding nagging woman; virago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brindle",1,1,1 ], "a brindled animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brindle",1,1,2 ], "a brindled colouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brindled",1,1,1 ], "brown or grey streaked or patched with a darker colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brine",1,1,1 ], "a strong solution of salt and water, used for salting and pickling meats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brine",1,1,2 ], "the sea or its water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brine",1,1,3 ], "any solution of a salt in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brine",1,2,1 ], "to soak in or treat with brine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring about",1,1,1 ], "to cause to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring about",1,1,2 ], "to turn (a ship) around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring down",1,1,1 ], "to cause to fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring down",1,1,2 ], "to cause to be elated and then suddenly depressed, as from using drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring forward",1,1,1 ], "to present or introduce (a subject) for discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring forward",1,1,2 ], "column) to the top of the next page or column" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bring forward",1,1,2 ], "to transfer (a figure representing the sum of the figures on a page or in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring in",1,1,1 ], "to yield (income, profit, or cash)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring in",1,1,2 ], "to produce or return (a verdict)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring in",1,1,3 ], "to put forward or introduce (a legislative bill, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring off",1,1,1 ], "expectations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bring off",1,1,1 ], "to succeed in achieving (something), esp| with difficulty or contrary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring off",1,1,2 ], "to cause to have an orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring on",1,1,1 ], "to induce or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring on",1,1,2 ], "to cause sexual excitement in; stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,1 ], "to produce or publish or have published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,2 ], "to expose, reveal, or cause to be seen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,3 ], "of himself or herself)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,3 ], "to encourage (a shy person) to be less reserved (often in the phrase bring out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,4 ], "(of a trade union, provocative action by management, misunderstanding, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,4 ], "to cause (workers) to strike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by in) to cause (a person) to become covered (with spots, a rash," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,5 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bring out",1,1,6 ], "to introduce (a girl) formally into society as a debutante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring over",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a person) to change allegiances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring round",1,1,1 ], "to restore (a person) to consciousness, esp| after a faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring round",1,1,2 ], "to convince (another person, usually an opponent) of an opinion or point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring round",1,1,2 ], "view" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bring to",1,1,1 ], "to restore (a person) to consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring to",1,1,2 ], "to cause (a ship) to turn into the wind and reduce her headway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring to",1,1,3 ], "to make (something) equal to (an amount of money)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring up",1,1,1 ], "to care for and train (a child); rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring up",1,1,2 ], "to raise (a subject) for discussion; mention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring up",1,1,3 ], "to vomit (food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring up",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by against) to cause (a person) to face or confront" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring up",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by to) to cause (something) to be of a required standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to carry, convey, or take (something or someone) to a designated place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,1 ], "or person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,10 ], "bring to bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,2 ], "to cause to happen or occur to (oneself or another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,3 ], "to cause to happen as a consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,4 ], "to cause to come to mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,5 ], "to cause to be in a certain state, position, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,6 ], "to force, persuade, or make (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,7 ], "to sell for; fetch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,7,1 ], "to institute (proceedings, charges, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,7,2 ], "to put (evidence, etc|) before a tribunal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,8 ], "bring forth| to give birth to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring",1,1,9 ], "bring home to| to convince of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring-and-buy sale",1,1,1 ], "an informal sale, often conducted for charity, to which people bring items for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bring-and-buy sale",1,1,1 ], "sale and buy those that others have brought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bringing-up",1,1,1 ], "another term for upbringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brinjal",1,1,1 ], "(in India and Africa) another name for the aubergine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brink",1,1,1 ], "the edge, border, or verge of a steep place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brink",1,1,2 ], "the highest point; top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brink",1,1,3 ], "the land at the edge of a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brink",1,1,4 ], "the verge of an event or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brinkmanship",1,1,1 ], "affairs, to the limit of safety and peace in order to win an advantage from a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brinkmanship",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of pressing a dangerous situation, esp| in international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brinkmanship",1,1,1 ], "threatening or tenacious foe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brinny",1,1,1 ], "children's slang| a stone, esp| when thrown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briny",1,1,1 ], "brinier, briniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briny",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling brine; salty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briny",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by the) an informal name for the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brio",1,1,1 ], "liveliness or vigour; spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brioche",1,1,1 ], "a soft roll or loaf made from a very light yeast dough, sometimes mixed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brioche",1,1,1 ], "currants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "briolette",1,1,1 ], "a pear-shaped gem cut with long triangular facets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briony",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bryony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briquette",1,1,1 ], "a small brick made of compressed coal dust, saw dust, charcoal, etc|, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briquette",1,1,1 ], "fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "briquette",1,1,2 ], "a small brick of any substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "briquette",1,2,1 ], "to make into the form of a brick or bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brisance",1,1,1 ], "the shattering effect or power of an explosion or explosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brise-soleil",1,1,1 ], "a structure used in hot climates to protect a window from the sun, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brise-soleil",1,1,1 ], "consisting of horizontal or vertical strips of wood, concrete, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brisk",1,1,1 ], "lively and quick; vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brisk",1,1,2 ], "invigorating or sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brisket",1,1,1 ], "the breast of a four-legged animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brisket",1,1,2 ], "the meat from this part, esp| of beef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brisling",1,1,1 ], "another name for a sprat, esp| a Norwegian sprat seasoned, smoked, and canned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brisling",1,1,1 ], "in oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bristle worm",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for a polychaete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,1,1 ], "any short stiff hair of an animal or plant, such as any of the hairs on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,1,1 ], "pig's back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,1,2 ], "something resembling these hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by up) to stand up or cause to stand up like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,2,1 ], "bristles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,3,1 ], "show anger, indignation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,4,1 ], "to be thickly covered or set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,5,1 ], "to be in a state of agitation or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle",1,6,1 ], "to provide with a bristle or bristles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle-grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses of the genus Setaria, such as S| viridis, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristle-grass",1,1,1 ], "bristly inflorescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bristletail",1,1,1 ], "any primitive wingless insect of the orders Thysanura and Diplura, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bristletail",1,1,1 ], "silverfish and firebrat, having a flattened body and long tail appendages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bristols",1,1,1 ], "a woman's breasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brit",1,1,1 ], "the young of a herring, sprat, or similar fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brit",1,1,2 ], "minute marine crustaceans, esp| copepods, forming food for many fishes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brit",1,1,2 ], "whales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "britches",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of breeches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "britches",1,1,2 ], "too big for one's britches| Informal| over-confident; arrogant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brittle",1,1,1 ], "easily cracked, snapped, or broken; fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brittle",1,1,2 ], "curt or irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brittle",1,1,3 ], "hard or sharp in quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brittle",1,2,1 ], "a crunchy sweet made with treacle and nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brittle-star",1,1,1 ], "any echinoderm of the class Ophiuroidea, occurring on the sea bottom and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brittle-star",1,1,1 ], "having fine long slender arms radiating from a small central disc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "britzka",1,1,1 ], "a long horse-drawn carriage with a folding top over the rear seat and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "britzka",1,1,1 ], "rear-facing front seat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,1,1 ], "to initiate (a topic) for discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,2,1 ], "to tap or pierce (a container) to draw off (a liquid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,3,1 ], "to open in order to begin to use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,4,1 ], "to break the surface of the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,5,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) to swerve sharply and dangerously in a following sea so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,5,1 ], "as to be broadside to the waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,6,1 ], "to enlarge and finish (a hole) by reaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,1 ], "a long tapered toothed cutting tool for enlarging holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,2 ], "a spit for roasting meat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,3 ], "a roof covering the corner triangle on the top of a square tower having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,3 ], "octagonal spire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,4 ], "a pin, forming part of some types of lock, that registers in the hollow bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,4 ], "of a key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,5 ], "a tool used for tapping casks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broach",1,7,6 ], "a less common spelling of brooch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad arrow",1,1,1 ], "a mark shaped like a broad arrowhead designating British government property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad arrow",1,1,1 ], "and formerly used on prison clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broad arrow",1,1,2 ], "an arrow with a broad head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad bean",1,1,1 ], "an erect annual Eurasian bean plant, Vicia faba, cultivated for its large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad bean",1,1,1 ], "edible flattened seeds, used as a vegetable, and for its pods, used as animal fodder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broad bean",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad gauge" ,1, 1, 1],"a railway track with a greater distance between the lines than the standard",1). c_DEF([ "broad gauge" ,1, 1, 1],"gauge of 56 inches: used now by most mainline railway systems",2). c_DEF([ "broad jump",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for long jump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad seal",1,1,1 ], "the official seal of a nation and its government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,1,1 ], "having relatively great breadth or width" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,1,2 ], "of vast extent; spacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,1 ], "from one side to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,10 ], "unrestrained; free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,11 ], "(of a dialect or pronunciation) consisting of a large number of speech sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,11 ], "characteristic of a particular geographical area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,11,1 ], "correspond approximately to phonemes without taking account of allophonic variations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,11,1 ], "of or relating to a type of pronunciation transcription in which symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,11,2 ], "broad a| the long vowel in English words such as father, half, as represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,11,2 ], "in the received pronunciation of Southern British English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,12 ], "advantage either way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,12 ], "as broad as it is long| Informal| amounting to the same thing; without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,2 ], "of great scope or potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,3 ], "not detailed; general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,4 ], "clear and open; full (esp| in the phrase broad daylight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,5 ], "obvious or plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,6 ], "liberal; tolerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,7 ], "widely spread; extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,8 ], "outspoken or bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,2,9 ], "vulgar; coarse; indecent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,3,1 ], "the broad part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,3,2 ], "a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,3,3 ], "a river spreading over a lowland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,3,4 ], "a shallow lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad",1,4,1 ], "widely or fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad-leaved",1,1,1 ], "denoting trees other than conifers; having broad rather than needleshaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad-leaved",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broad-minded",1,1,1 ], "tolerant of opposing viewpoints; not prejudiced; liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad-minded",1,1,2 ], "not easily shocked by permissive sexual habits, pornography, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad-spectrum",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broad-spectrum",1,1,2 ], "effective against a wide variety of diseases or microorganisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadbill",1,1,1 ], "any passerine bird of the family Eurylaimidae, of tropical Africa and Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadbill",1,1,1 ], "having bright plumage and a short wide bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broadbill",1,1,2 ], "any of various wide-billed birds, such as the scaup and shoveler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadbill",1,1,3 ], "another name for sword-fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadbrim",1,1,1 ], "a broad-brimmed hat, esp| one worn by the Quakers in the 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,1,1 ], "to transmit (announcements or programmes) on radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,2,1 ], "to take part in a radio or television programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,3,1 ], "to make widely known throughout an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,4,1 ], "to scatter (seed, etc|) over an area, esp| by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,5,1,1 ], "a transmission or programme on radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,5,1,1 ], "the act of scattering seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,5,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,6,1 ], "dispersed over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcast",1,7,1 ], "far and wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcloth",1,1,1 ], "fabric woven on a wide loom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcloth",1,1,2 ], "a closely woven fabric of wool, worsted, cotton, or rayon with lustrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadcloth",1,1,2 ], "finish, used for clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broaden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become broad or broader; widen| k" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadleaf",1,1,1 ], "any tobacco plant having broad leaves, used esp| in making cigars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadloom",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of or designating carpets or carpeting woven on a wide loom to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadloom",1,1,1 ], "obviate the need for seams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broadsheet",1,1,1 ], "a newspaper having a large format, approximately 15 by 24 inches (38 by 61" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadsheet",1,1,1 ], "centimetres)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broadsheet",1,1,2 ], "another word for broadside ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,1 ], "the entire side of a vessel, from stem to stern and from waterline to rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,1,1 ], "all the armament fired from one side of a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,1,2 ], "the simultaneous discharge of such armament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,2 ], "a strong or abusive verbal or written attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,3 ], "a ballad or popular song printed on one side of a sheet of paper and sold by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,3 ], "hawkers, esp| in 16th-century England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,4 ], "any standard size of paper before cutting or folding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,5 ], "another name for broadsheet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,1,6 ], "a large flat surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadside",1,2,1 ], "with a broader side facing an object; sideways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadsword",1,1,1 ], "a broad-bladed sword used for cutting rather than stabbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadtail",1,1,1 ], "lambs; caracul" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broadtail",1,1,1 ], "the highly valued black wavy fur obtained from the skins of newly born karakul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broadtail",1,1,2 ], "another name for karakul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brocade",1,1,1,1 ], "a rich fabric woven with a raised design, often using gold or silver threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brocade",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brocade",1,2,1 ], "to weave with such a design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brocatelle",1,1,1 ], "a heavy brocade with the design in deep relief, used chiefly in upholstery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brocatelle",1,1,2 ], "a type of variegated marble from France and Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broccoli",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated variety of cabbage, Brassica oleracea italica, having branched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broccoli",1,1,1 ], "greenish flower heads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broccoli",1,1,2 ], "opened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broccoli",1,1,2 ], "the flower head of this plant, eaten as a vegetable before the buds have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broccoli",1,1,3 ], "a variety of this plant that does not form a head, whose stalks are eaten as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broccoli",1,1,3 ], "vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broch",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a circular dry-stone tower large enough to serve as a fortified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broch",1,1,1 ], "home: characteristic of late sixth-century building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broch",1,1,1 ], "woven with a raised design, as brocade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brochette",1,1,1 ], "a skewer or small spit, used for holding pieces of meat, etc|, while roasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brochette",1,1,1 ], "or grilling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brochure",1,1,1 ], "a pamphlet or stitched booklet, esp| one containing summarized or introductory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brochure",1,1,1 ], "information or advertising" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brock",1,1,1 ], "a Brit| name for badger ,1,1: used esp| as a form of address in stories, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brocket",1,1,1 ], "any small deer of the genus Mazama, of tropical America, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brocket",1,1,1 ], "unbranched antlers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broddle",1,1,1 ], "to poke or pierce (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broderie anglaise",1,1,1 ], "open embroidery on white cotton, fine linen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brogan",1,1,1 ], "a heavy laced usually ankle-high work boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brogue",1,1,1 ], "a broad gentle-sounding dialectal accent, esp| that used by the Irish in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brogue",1,1,1 ], "speaking English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brogue",2,1,1 ], "a sturdy walking shoe, often with ornamental perforations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brogue",2,1,2 ], "an untanned shoe worn formerly in Ireland and Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broider",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for embroider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broil",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for grill ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broil",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become extremely hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broil",1,2,1 ], "to be furious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broil",1,3,1 ], "the process of broiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broil",1,3,2 ], "something broiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broil",2,1,1 ], "a loud quarrel or disturbance; brawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broil",2,2,1 ], "to brawl; quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broiler house",1,1,1 ], "a building in which broiler chickens are reared in confined conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broiler",1,1,1 ], "a young tender chicken suitable for roasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broiler",1,1,2 ], "a pan, grate, etc| for broiling food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broke",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broke",1,2,1 ], "Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broke",1,2,2 ], "having no money; bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broke",1,2,3 ], "go for broke| to risk everything in a gambling or other venture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken wind",1,1,1 ], "another name for heaves ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,1 ], "fractured, smashed, or splintered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,10 ], "(of the speech of a foreigner) imperfect in grammar, vocabulary, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,10 ], "pronunciation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,11 ], "made tame or disciplined by training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,12 ], "exhausted or weakened| as through ill-health or misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,13 ], "confused or disorganized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,14 ], "breached or opened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,15 ], "irregular or rough; uneven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,16 ], "bankrupt or out of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,2 ], "imperfect or incomplete; fragmentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,3 ], "interrupted; disturbed; disconnected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,4 ], "intermittent or discontinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,5 ], "varying in direction or intensity, as of pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,6 ], "not functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,7 ], "marriage)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,7 ], "spoilt or ruined by divorce (esp| in the phrases broken home, broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,8 ], "(of a trust, promise, contract, etc|) violated; infringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken",1,2,9 ], "overcome with grief or disappointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken-down",1,1,1 ], "worn out, as by age or long use; dilapidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken-down",1,1,2 ], "not in working order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broken-down",1,1,3 ], "physically or mentally ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brokenhearted",1,1,1 ], "overwhelmed by grief or disappointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broker",1,1,1 ], "an agent who, acting on behalf of a principal, buys or sells goods," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broker",1,1,1 ], "securities, etc|, in return for a commission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broker",1,1,2 ], "short for stockbroker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brokerage",1,1,1 ], "commission charged by a broker to his clients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brokerage",1,1,2 ], "a broker's business or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brolga",1,1,1 ], "a large grey Australian crane, Grus rubicunda, having a red-and-green head and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brolga",1,1,1 ], "a trumpeting call" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brolly",1,1,1 ], "an informal Brit| name for umbrella ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromal",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish oily synthetic liquid used medicinally as a sedative and hypnotic;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromal",1,1,1 ], "tribromoacetaldehyde| Formula: Br3CCHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromate",1,1,1 ], "BrO'-3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of bromic acid, containing the monovalent group -BrO3 or ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromate",1,2,1 ], "another word for brominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brome grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses of the genus Bromus, having small flower spikes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brome grass",1,1,1 ], "loose drooping clusters| Some species are used for hay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromeliad",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the tropical American family Bromeliaceae, typically epiphytes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromeliad",1,1,1 ], "with a rosette of fleshy leaves| The family includes the pineapple and Spanish moss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromeosin",1,1,1 ], "another name for eosin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless unstable water-soluble liquid used as an oxidizing agent in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromic acid",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of dyes and pharmaceuticals| Formula: HBrO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing bromine in the trivalent or pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromide paper",1,1,1 ], "a type of photographic paper coated with an emulsion of silver bromide usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromide paper",1,1,1 ], "containing a small quantity of silver iodide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromide",1,1,1 ], "any salt of hydrobromic acid, containing the monovalent ion Br'- (bromide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromide",1,1,1 ], "ion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromide",1,1,2 ], "any compound containing a bromine atom, such as methyl bromide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromide",1,1,3 ], "a dose of sodium or potassium bromide given as a sedative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromide",1,1,3,1 ], "a trite saying; platitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromide",1,1,3,2 ], "a dull or boring person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromidic",1,1,1 ], "ordinary; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brominate",1,1,1 ], "to treat or react with bromine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromine",1,1,1 ], "3|12; density (gas): 7|59 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -7|2 degrees C; boiling pt|: 58|78" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "bromine",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Br; atomic no|: 35; atomic wt|: 79|91; valency: 1,3,5, or 7; relative density" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bromine",1,1,1 ], "a pungent dark red volatile liquid element of the halogen series that occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromine",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "bromine",1,1,1 ], "in brine and is used in the production of chemicals, esp| ethylene dibromide|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromism",1,1,1 ], "bromine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bromism",1,1,1 ], "poisoning caused by the excessive intake of bromine or compounds containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the presence of bromine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromoform",1,1,1 ], "a heavy colourless liquid substance with a sweetish taste and an odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bromoform",1,1,1 ], "resembling that of chloroform; tribromomethane| Formula: CHBr3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronchi",1,1,1 ], "the plural of bronchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchia",1,1,1 ], "another name for bronchial tubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchial tubes",1,1,1 ], "the bronchi or their smaller divisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the bronchi or the bronchial tubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchiectasis",1,1,1 ], "chronic dilation of the bronchi or bronchial tubes, which often become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchiectasis",1,1,1 ], "infected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronchiole",1,1,1 ], "any of the smallest bronchial tubes, usually ending in alveoli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchitis",1,1,1 ], "breathing, etc|, caused by infection or irritation of the respiratory tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronchitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the bronchial tubes, characterized by coughing, difficulty in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broncho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating or relating to the bronchi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchopneumonia",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the lungs, originating in the bronchioles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for examining and providing access to the interior of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchoscope",1,1,1 ], "bronchial tubes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronchus",1,1,1 ], "either of the two main branches of the trachea, which contain cartilage within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronchus",1,1,1 ], "their walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronco",1,1,1 ], "a wild or partially tamed pony or mustang of the western plains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broncobuster",1,1,1 ], "a cowboy who breaks in broncos or wild horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brontosaurus",1,1,1 ], "Sauropoda (sauropods)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brontosaurus",1,1,1 ], "any very large herbivorous quadrupedal dinosaur of the genus Apatosaurus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brontosaurus",1,1,1 ], "common in the U|S| in late Jurassic times, having a long neck and long tail: suborder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronze age",1,1,1 ], "a period of man's existence marked by war and violence, following the golden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze age",1,1,1 ], "and silver ages and preceding the iron age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronze medal",1,1,1 ], "a medal of bronze, awarded to a competitor who comes third in a contest or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze medal",1,1,1 ], "race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,1,1,1 ], "any hard water-resistant alloy consisting of copper and smaller proportions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,1,1,1 ], "tin and sometimes zinc and lead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,1,1,2 ], "aluminium bronze, beryllium bronze, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,1,1,2 ], "any similar copper alloy containing other elements in place of tin, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,1,2 ], "a yellowish-brown colour or pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,1,3 ], "a statue, medal, or other object made of bronze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,2,1 ], "made of or resembling bronze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,2,2 ], "of a yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,3,1 ], "(esp| of the skin) to make or become brown; tan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bronze",1,4,1 ], "to give the appearance of bronze to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brooch",1,1,1 ], "an ornament with a hinged pin and catch, worn fastened to clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood pouch",1,1,1 ], "a pouch or cavity in certain animals, such as frogs and fishes, in which their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood pouch",1,1,1 ], "eggs develop and hatch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brood pouch",1,1,2 ], "another name for marsupium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,1,1 ], "a number of young animals, esp| birds, produced at one hatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,1,2 ], "all the offspring in one family: often used jokingly or contemptuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,1,3 ], "a group of a particular kind; breed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,1,4 ], "kept for breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,2,1 ], "(of a bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,2,1,1 ], "to sit on or hatch (eggs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,2,1,2 ], "to cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,2,2 ], "(young birds) protectively with the wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,2,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on, over, or upon) to ponder morbidly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brood",1,2,3 ], "persistently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brooder",1,1,1 ], "an enclosure or other structure, usually heated, used for rearing young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brooder",1,1,1 ], "chickens or other fowl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brooder",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that broods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broody",1,1,1 ], "broodier, broodiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broody",1,1,2 ], "moody; meditative; introspective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broody",1,1,3 ], "(of poultry) wishing to sit on or hatch eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broody",1,1,4 ], "(of a woman) wishing to have a baby of her own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brook trout",1,1,1 ], "a North American freshwater trout, Salvelinus fontinalis, introduced in Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brook trout",1,1,1 ], "and valued as a food and game fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brook",1,1,1 ], "a natural freshwater stream smaller than a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brook",2,1,1 ], "(usually used with a negative) to bear tolerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brookite",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown to black mineral consisting of titanium oxide in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brookite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: occurs in silica veins| Formula: TiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brooklet",1,1,1 ], "a small brook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brooklime",1,1,1 ], "americana of North America or V| beccabunga of Europe and Asia, growing in moist places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brooklime",1,1,1 ], "either of two blue-flowered scrophulariaceous trailing plants, Veronica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brookweed",1,1,1 ], "either of two white-flowered primulaceous plants, Samolus valerandi of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brookweed",1,1,1 ], "or S| floribundus of North America, growing in moist places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,1,1 ], "an implement for sweeping consisting of a brush of straw, bristles, or twigs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,1,1 ], "bound together and attached to a long handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,1,2 ], "Cytisus and Sarothamnus, esp| S| scoparius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,1,2 ], "any of various yellow-flowered Eurasian papilionaceous shrubs of the genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,1,3 ], "Spartium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar Eurasian plants of the related genera Genista and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,1,4 ], "new broom| a newly appointed official, etc|, eager to make radical changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broom",1,2,1 ], "to sweep with a broom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broomcorn",1,1,1 ], "a variety of sorghum, Sorghum vulgare technicum, the long stiff flower stalks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broomcorn",1,1,1 ], "of which have been used for making brooms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broomrape",1,1,1 ], "any orobanchaceous plant of the genus Orobanche: brownish small-flowered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broomrape",1,1,1 ], "leafless parasites on the roots of other plants, esp| on broom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "broomstick",1,1,1 ], "the long handle of a broom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brose",1,1,1 ], "a porridge made by adding a boiling liquid to meal, esp| oatmeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bros|",1,1,1 ], "brothers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broth",1,1,1 ], "a soup made by boiling meat, fish, vegetables, etc|, in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broth",1,1,2 ], "another name for stock ,1,19" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brothel",1,1,1 ], "a house or other place where men pay to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brothel",1,1,1 ], "prostitutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brothel",1,1,2 ], "any untidy or messy place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,1 ], "a male person having the same parents as another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,2 ], "short for half-brother or stepbrother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,2,1 ], "a male person belonging to the same group, profession, nationality, trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,2,1 ], "union, etc|, as another or others; fellow member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,3 ], "comrade; friend: used as a form of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,3,1 ], "a member of a male religious order who undertakes work for the order without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,3,1 ], "actually being in holy orders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,1,3,2 ], "a lay member of a male religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of amazement, disgust, surprise, disappointment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother-in-law",1,1,1 ], "the brother of one's wife or husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother-in-law",1,1,2 ], "the husband of one's sister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brother-in-law",1,1,3 ], "the husband of the sister of one's husband or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brotherhood",1,1,1 ], "the state of being related as a brother or brothers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brotherhood",1,1,2 ], "an association or fellowship, such as a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brotherhood",1,1,3 ], "all persons engaged in a particular profession, trade, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brotherhood",1,1,4 ], "as brothers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brotherhood",1,1,4 ], "the belief, feeling, or hope that all men should regard and treat one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brotherly",1,1,1 ], "affection; fraternal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brotherly",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or suitable to a brother, esp| in showing loyalty and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brotherly",1,2,1 ], "in a brotherly way; fraternally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brougham",1,1,1 ], "a four-wheeled horse-drawn closed carriage having a raised open driver's seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brougham",1,1,1 ], "in front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brougham",1,1,2 ], "a large car with an open compartment at the front for the driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brougham",1,1,3 ], "an early electric car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of bring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "broughta",1,1,1 ], "variants of braata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brouhaha",1,1,1 ], "a loud confused noise; commotion; uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brow",1,1,1 ], "the part of the face from the eyes to the hairline; forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brow",1,1,2 ], "short for eyebrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brow",1,1,3 ], "the expression of the face; countenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brow",1,1,4 ], "the top of a mine shaft; pithead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brow",1,1,5 ], "the jutting top of a hill, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brow",1,1,6 ], "a steep slope on a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browband",1,1,1 ], "the strap of a horse's bridle that goes across the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browbeat",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browbeat",1,1,1 ], "intimidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown algae",1,1,1 ], "any algae of the family Phaeophyceae, such as the wracks and kelps, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown algae",1,1,1 ], "contain a brown pigment in addition to chlorophyll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown bear",1,1,1 ], "North America, Europe, and Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown bear",1,1,1 ], "a large ferocious brownish bear, Ursus arctos, inhabiting temperate forests of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown bear",1,1,2 ], "a brown variety of the American black bear Euarctos americanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown coal",1,1,1 ], "another name for lignite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown rat",1,1,1 ], "a common brownish rat, Rattus norvegicus: a serious pest in all parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown rat",1,1,1 ], "world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown rice",1,1,1 ], "(bran)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown rice",1,1,1 ], "unpolished rice, in which the grains retain the outer yellowish-brown layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown rot",1,1,1 ], "a disease of apples, peaches, etc|, caused by fungi of the genus Sclerotinia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown rot",1,1,1 ], "and characterized by yellowish-brown masses of spores on the plant surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown snake",1,1,1 ], "any of various common venomous snakes of the genus Pseudonaja" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown study",1,1,1 ], "a mood of deep absorption or thoughtfulness; reverie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown sugar",1,1,1 ], "sugar that is unrefined or only partially refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown trout",1,1,1 ], "a common brownish variety of the trout Salmo trutta that occurs in the rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown trout",1,1,1 ], "of N Europe and has been successfully introduced in North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,1,1 ], "any of various colours, such as those of wood or earth, that consist of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,1,1 ], "approximately equal proportions of red and green and a small proportion of blue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,1,2 ], "a dye or pigment producing these colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,1,3 ], "brown cloth or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,1,4 ], "any of numerous reddish-brown butterflies of the genera Maniola, Lasiommata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,1,4 ], "etc|, such as M| jurtina family Satyridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,2,1 ], "of the colour brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,2,2 ], "(of bread) made from a dark flour, such as wheatmeal or wholemeal flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,2,3 ], "deeply tanned or sunburnt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,3,1 ], "brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brown",1,3,1 ], "to make (esp| food as a result of cooking) brown or (esp| of food) to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown-state",1,1,1 ], "(of linen and lace fabrics) undyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown-tail moth",1,1,1 ], "Liparidae)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brown-tail moth",1,1,1 ], "a small brown-and-white European moth, Euproctis phaeorrhoea, naturalized in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brown-tail moth",1,1,1 ], "the eastern U|S| where it causes damage to shade trees: family Lymantriidae (or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "browned-off",1,1,1 ], "thoroughly discouraged or disheartened; fed-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brownie",1,1,1 ], "a flat nutty chocolate cake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brownie",1,1,2 ], "(in folklore) an elf said to do helpful work at night, esp| household chores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brownie",1,1,3 ], "a bread made with currants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browning",1,1,1 ], "a substance used to darken soups, gravies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brownout",1,1,1 ], "a dimming or reduction in the use of electric lights in a city, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brownout",1,1,1 ], "conserve electric power or as a defensive precaution in wartime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brownout",1,1,2 ], "a temporary reduction in electrical power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brownstone",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown iron-rich sandstone used for building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browse",1,1,1 ], "leisurely manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "browse",1,1,1 ], "to look through (a book, articles for sale in a shop, etc|) in a casual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browse",1,1,2 ], "(of deer, goats, etc|) to feed upon (vegetation) by continual nibbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browse",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of browsing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "browse",1,2,2 ], "the young twigs, shoots, leaves, etc|, on which certain animals feed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bro| ",1,1,1 ], "brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brucellosis",1,1,1 ], "an infectious disease of cattle, goats, and pigs, caused by bacteria of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brucellosis",1,1,1 ], "genus Brucella and transmittable to man (e|g| by drinking contaminated milk):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brucellosis",1,1,1 ], "symptoms include fever, chills, and severe headache" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brucine",1,1,1 ], "Strychnos nux-vomica: used mainly in the denaturation of alcohol| Formula: C23H26N2O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brucine",1,1,1 ], "a bitter poisonous alkaloid resembling strychnine and obtained from the tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruin",1,1,1 ], "a name for a bear, used in children's tales, fables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruise",1,1,1 ], "(of tissues) to be injured in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bruise",1,1,1 ], "to injure (tissues) without breaking the skin, usually with discoloration, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruise",1,1,2 ], "to offend or injure (someone's feelings) by an insult, unkindness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruise",1,1,3 ], "to damage the surface of (something), as by a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruise",1,1,4 ], "to crush (food, etc|) by pounding or pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruise",1,2,1 ], "a bodily injury without a break in the skin, usually with discoloration;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruise",1,2,1 ], "contusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bruiser",1,1,1 ], "a strong tough person, esp| a boxer or a bully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruit",1,1,1 ], "to report rumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruit",1,2,1 ], "an abnormal sound heard within the body during auscultation, esp| a heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruit",1,2,1 ], "murmur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bruit",1,2,1,1 ], "a rumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bruit",1,2,1,2 ], "a loud outcry; clamour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brumal",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to winter; wintry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brumby",1,1,1 ], "a wild horse, esp| one descended from runaway stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brume",1,1,1 ], "heavy mist or fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brunch",1,1,1 ], "a meal eaten late in the morning, combining breakfast with lunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brunette" ,1, 1, 1],"a girl or woman with dark brown hair",1). c_DEF([ "brunette" ,1, 2, 1],"dark brown",1). c_DEF([ "brunt",1,1,1 ], "brunt of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brunt",1,1,1 ], "the main force or shock of a blow, attack, etc| (esp| in the phrase bear the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brunt",1,1,2 ], "a violent blow or attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush aside",1,1,1 ], "to dismiss without consideration; disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush discharge",1,1,1 ], "a slightly luminous electrical discharge between points of high charge density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush discharge",1,1,1 ], "highly charged conductor because of ionization of air molecules in their vicinity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "brush discharge",1,1,1 ], "when the charge density is insufficient to cause a spark or around sharp points on a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brush off" ,1, 1, 1],"to dismiss and ignore (a person), esp| curtly",1). c_DEF([ "brush turkey",1,1,1 ], "Australia, having a black plumage: family Megapodidae (megapodes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brush turkey",1,1,1 ], "any of several gallinaceous birds, esp| Alectura lathami, of New Guinea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush up" ,1, 2, 1],"to refresh one's knowledge, skill, or memory of (a subject)",1). c_DEF([ "brush up" ,1, 2, 2],"to make (a person or oneself) tidy, clean, or neat as after a journey",1). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,1 ], "a device made of bristles, hairs, wires, etc|, set into a firm back or handle:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,1 ], "used to apply paint, clean or polish surfaces, groom the hair, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of brushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,3 ], "a light stroke made in passing; graze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,4 ], "a brief encounter or contact, esp| an unfriendly one; skirmish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,5 ], "the bushy tail of a fox, often kept as a trophy after a hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,6 ], "an electric conductor, esp| one made of carbon, that conveys current between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,6 ], "stationary and rotating parts of a generator, motor, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,7 ], "a dark brush-shaped region observed when a biaxial crystal is viewed through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,7 ], "microscope, caused by interference between beams of polarized light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,7,1 ], "a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,1,7,2 ], "the brush| women collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,2,1 ], "to clean, polish, scrub, paint, etc|, with a brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,3,1 ], "to apply or remove with a brush or brushing movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,4,1 ], "to touch lightly and briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",1,5,1 ], "to move so as to graze or touch something lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",2,1,1 ], "a thick growth of shrubs and small trees; scrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",2,1,2 ], "land covered with scrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",2,1,3 ], "broken or cut branches or twigs; brushwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brush",2,1,4 ], "wooded sparsely populated country; backwoods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brushed",1,1,1 ], "treated with a brushing process to raise the nap and give a softer finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brushwood",1,1,1 ], "cut or broken-off tree branches, twigs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brushwood",1,1,2 ], "another word for brush'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brushwork",1,1,1 ], "a characteristic manner of applying paint with a brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brushwork",1,1,2 ], "work done with a brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brusque",1,1,1 ], "blunt or curt in manner or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brut",1,1,1 ], "(of champagne) not sweet dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutal",1,1,1 ], "cruel; vicious; savage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutal",1,1,2 ], "extremely honest or coarse in speech or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutal",1,1,3 ], "harsh; severe; extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutalize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become brutal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutalize",1,2,1 ], "to treat brutally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brute",1,1,1,1 ], "any animal except man; beast; lower animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brute",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brute",1,1,2 ], "a brutal person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brute",1,2,1 ], "force)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "brute",1,2,1 ], "wholly instinctive or physical (esp| in the phrases brute strength, brute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brute",1,2,2 ], "without reason or intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brute",1,2,3 ], "coarse and grossly sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutify",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for brutalize ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a brute or brutes; animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "brutish",1,1,2 ], "coarse; cruel; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bryology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the study of bryophytes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bryony",1,1,1 ], "any of several herbaceous climbing plants of the cucurbitaceous genus Bryonia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bryony",1,1,1 ], "of Europe and N Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bryophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the division Bryophyta, having stems and leaves but lacking true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bryophyte",1,1,1 ], "vascular tissue and roots and reproducing by spores: includes the mosses and liverworts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bryozoan",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic invertebrate animal of the phylum Bryozoa, forming colonies of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bryozoan",1,1,1 ], "polyps each having a ciliated feeding organ (lophophore)| Popular name: sea mat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bryozoan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Bryozoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "br|",1,1,1 ], "branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "br|",1,1,2 ], "bronze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "br|",1,1,3 ], "brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "btise",1,1,1 ], "folly or lack of perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "btl|",1,1,1 ], "bottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bton de commandement",1,1,1 ], "an antler object found in Upper Palaeolithic sites from the Aurignacian period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bton de commandement",1,1,1 ], "end" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bton de commandement",1,1,1 ], "onwards, consisting of a rod, often ornately decorated, with a hole through the thicker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "btry|",1,1,1 ], "battery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "btu",1,1,1 ], "British thermal unit| U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bub",1,1,1 ], "fellow; youngster: used as a form of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bub",1,1,1,1 ], "a baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bub",1,1,1,2 ], "bubs grade| the first grade of schooling; nursery school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubal",1,1,1 ], "any of various antelopes, esp| an extinct N African variety of hartebeest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubaline",1,1,1 ], "(of antelopes) related to or resembling the bubal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubaline",1,1,2 ], "resembling or relating to the buffalo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble and squeak",1,1,1 ], "a dish of leftover boiled cabbage, potatoes, and sometimes cooked meat fried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble and squeak",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bubble bath",1,1,1 ], "a powder, liquid, or crystals used to scent, soften, and foam in bath water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble bath",1,1,2 ], "a bath to which such a substance has been added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble car",1,1,1 ], "a small car, often having three wheels, with a transparent bubble-shaped top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble chamber",1,1,1 ], "a device that enables the tracks of ionizing particles to be photographed as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble chamber",1,1,1 ], "chamber the pressure is reduced so that the ionized particles act as centres for small" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bubble chamber",1,1,1 ], "row of bubbles in a superheated liquid| Immediately before the particles enter the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bubble chamber",1,1,1 ], "vapour bubbles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "bubble gum",1,1,1 ], "a type of chewing gum that can be blown into large bubbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,1,1 ], "a thin film of liquid forming a hollow globule around air or a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,1,2 ], "a small globule of air or a gas in a liquid or a solid, as in carbonated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,1,2 ], "drinks, glass, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,1,3 ], "the sound made by a bubbling liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,1,4 ], "something lacking substance, stability, or seriousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,1,5 ], "a dome, esp| a transparent glass or plastic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,2,1 ], "to form or cause to form bubbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,3,1 ], "to move or flow with a gurgling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubble",1,4,1 ], "to overflow (with excitement, anger, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubbler",1,1,1 ], "a drinking fountain in which the water is forced in a stream from a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubbler",1,1,1 ], "vertical nozzle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bubbler",1,1,2 ], "any device for bubbling gas through a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubbly",1,1,1 ], "blier, bliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubbly",1,1,2 ], "full of or resembling bubbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubbly",1,1,3 ], "lively; animated; excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubbly",1,2,1 ], "an informal name for champagne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubo",1,1,1 ], "esp| in the region of the armpit or groin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bubo",1,1,1 ], "inflammation and swelling of a lymph node, often with the formation of pus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubonic plague",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious febrile disease characterized by chills, prostration," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bubonic plague",1,1,1 ], "bacterium Pasteurella pestis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bubonic plague",1,1,1 ], "delirium, and formation of buboes: caused by the bite of a rat flea infected with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bubonocele",1,1,1 ], "an incomplete hernia in the groin; partial inguinal hernia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buccal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the cheek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buccal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the mouth; oral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buccaneer",1,1,1 ], "a pirate, esp| one who preyed on the Spanish colonies and shipping in America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buccaneer",1,1,1 ], "and the Caribbean in the 17th and 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buccaneer",1,2,1 ], "to be or act like a buccaneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buccinator",1,1,1 ], "a thin muscle that compresses the cheeks and holds them against the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buccinator",1,1,1 ], "during chewing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucentaur",1,1,1 ], "ring into the sea on Ascension Day to symbolize the ceremonial marriage of the state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucentaur",1,1,1 ], "the state barge of Venice from which the doge and other officials dropped a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucentaur",1,1,1 ], "with the Adriatic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buchu",1,1,1 ], "any of several S| African rutaceous shrubs of the genus Barosma, esp| B|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buchu",1,1,1 ], "betulina, whose leaves are used as an antiseptic and diuretic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buck and wing",1,1,1 ], "a boisterous tap dance, derived from Negro and Irish clog dances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck fever",1,1,1 ], "nervous excitement felt by inexperienced hunters at the approach of game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck rabbit",1,1,1 ], "Welsh rabbit with either an egg or a piece of toast on top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck up",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck up",1,1,2 ], "to make or become more cheerful, confident, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,1,1 ], "reindeer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,1,1 ], "the male of various animals including the goat, hare, kangaroo, rabbit, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,2 ], "a robust spirited young man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,3 ], "slang, derogatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,4 ], "a young male Indian or Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,5 ], "an antelope or deer of either sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,6 ], "a dandy; fop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,1,7 ], "the act of bucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,2,1 ], "(of a horse or other animal) to jump vertically, with legs stiff and back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,2,1 ], "arched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,3,1 ], "(of a horse, etc|) to throw (its rider) by bucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,3,3 ], "to resist or oppose obstinately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,4,1 ], "to cheer or encourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,4,2 ], "(esp| of a car) to move forward jerkily jolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",1,4,3 ], "to charge against (something) with the head down; butt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",2,1,1 ], "and Austral| slang| a dollar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",3,1,1 ], "a type of vaulting horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",3,1,2 ], "a U|S| word for sawhorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",4,1,1 ], "a marker in the jackpot to remind the winner of some obligation when his turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck",4,1,1 ], "comes to deal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buck",4,1,2 ], "pass the buck| Informal| to shift blame or responsibility onto another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buck's turn",1,1,1 ], "the Australian name for a stag party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckaroo",1,1,1 ], "a cowboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckbean",1,1,1 ], "Menyanthaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckbean",1,1,1 ], "a marsh plant, Menyanthes trifoliata, with white or pink flowers: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckboard",1,1,1 ], "an open four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with the seat attached to a flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckboard",1,1,1 ], "board between the front and rear axles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckeen",1,1,1 ], "(in Ireland) a poor young man who aspires to the habits and dress of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckeen",1,1,1 ], "wealthy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucket about",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a boat in a storm) to toss or shake violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket down",1,1,1 ], "(of rain) to fall very heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket ladder",1,1,1,1 ], "a series of buckets that move in a continuous chain, used to dredge riverbeds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket ladder",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|, or to excavate land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucket ladder",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket out",1,1,1 ], "to empty out with or as if with a bucket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket seat",1,1,1 ], "a seat in a car, aircraft, etc|, having curved sides that partially enclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket seat",1,1,1 ], "and support the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucket shop",1,1,1 ], "an unregistered firm of stockbrokers that engages in fraudulent speculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket shop",1,1,1 ], "with the funds of its clients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucket shop",1,1,2 ], "any small business that cannot be relied upon to fulfil its obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,1 ], "an open-topped roughly cylindrical container; pail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,2 ], "the amount a bucket will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,3 ], "any of various bucket-like parts of a machine, such as the scoop on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,3 ], "mechanical shovel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,4 ], "a cupped blade or bucket-like compartment on the outer circumference of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,4 ], "water wheel, paddle wheel, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,5 ], "a unit of storage on a direct-access device from which data can be retrieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,1,6 ], "kick the bucket| Informal| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,2,1 ], "to carry in or put into a bucket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,3,1 ], "to travel or drive fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucket",1,4,1 ], "to ride (a horse) hard without consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckeye",1,1,1 ], "(Ohio buckeye), having erect clusters of white or red flowers and prickly fruits:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckeye",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American trees of the genus Aesculus, esp| A| glabra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckeye",1,1,1 ], "family Hippocastanaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buckhorn",1,1,1 ], "horn from a buck, used for knife handles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckhorn",1,1,2 ], "a small Eurasian plant, Plantago coronopus, having narrow leaves resembling a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckhorn",1,1,2 ], "buck's horn: family Plantaginaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckhound",1,1,1 ], "a hound, smaller than a staghound, used for hunting the smaller breeds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckhound",1,1,1 ], "deer, esp| fallow deer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckish",1,1,1 ], "foppish; being a dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckjumper",1,1,1 ], "an untamed horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckle down",1,1,1 ], "to apply oneself with determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckle",1,1,1 ], "a clasp for fastening together two loose ends, esp| of a belt or strap," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckle",1,1,1 ], "usually consisting of a frame with an attached movable prong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckle",1,1,2 ], "an ornamental representation of a buckle, as on a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckle",1,1,3 ], "a kink, bulge, or other distortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckle",1,2,1 ], "to fasten or be fastened with a buckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckle",1,2,2 ], "to bend or cause to bend out of shape, esp| as a result of pressure or heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckler",1,1,1 ], "a small round shield worn on the forearm or held by a short handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckler",1,1,2 ], "a means of protection; defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckler",1,2,1 ], "to defend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckler-fern",1,1,1 ], "any of various ferns of the genus Dryopteris, such as D| dilatata (broad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckler-fern",1,1,1 ], "buckler-fern): family Polypodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckling",1,1,1 ], "another name for a bloater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucko",1,1,1 ], "a young fellow: often a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckra",1,1,1 ], "(used contemptuously by Negroes, esp| in the southeastern U|S|) a white man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckram" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"bookbinding, etc",2). c_DEF([ "buckram" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"cotton or linen cloth stiffened with size, etc|, used in lining or clothes,",1). c_DEF([ "buckram" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "buckram" ,1, 1, 2],"stiffness of manner",1). c_DEF([ "buckram" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to stiffen with buckram",1). c_DEF([ "bucksaw",1,1,1 ], "a woodcutting saw having its blade set in a frame and tensioned by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucksaw",1,1,1 ], "turnbuckle across the back of the frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckshee",1,1,1 ], "without charge; free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckshot",1,1,1 ], "lead shot of large size used in shotgun shells, esp| for hunting game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a male deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,1,1,1 ], "a strong greyish-yellow suede leather, originally made from deerskin but now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,1,1,1 ], "usually made from sheepskin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,1,2 ], "a person wearing buckskin clothes, esp| an American soldier of the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,1,3 ], "a stiffly starched cotton cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,1,4 ], "a strong and heavy satin-woven woollen fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskin",1,2,1 ], "greyish-yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckskins",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) breeches, shoes, or a suit of buckskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckthorn",1,1,1 ], "Eurasian species R| cathartica, whose berries were formerly used as a purgative: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckthorn",1,1,1 ], "Rhamnaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buckthorn",1,1,1 ], "any of several thorny small-flowered shrubs of the genus Rhamnus, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckthorn",1,1,2 ], "coasts and having silvery leaves and orange fruits: family Elaeagnaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckthorn",1,1,2 ], "sea buckthorn| a thorny Eurasian shrub, Hippophae rhamnoides, growing on sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucktooth",1,1,1 ], "a projecting upper front tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckwheat",1,1,1 ], "any of several polygonaceous plants of the genus Fagopyrum, esp| F|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckwheat",1,1,1 ], "esculentum, which has fragrant white flowers and is cultivated, esp| in the U|S|, for its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buckwheat",1,1,1 ], "seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buckwheat",1,1,2 ], "the edible seeds of this plant, ground into flour or used as animal fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buckwheat",1,1,3 ], "the flour obtained from these seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucolic",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of the countryside or country life; rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucolic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to shepherds; pastoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucolic",1,2,1 ], "a pastoral poem, often in the form of a dialogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bucolic",1,2,2 ], "a rustic; farmer or shepherd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bud scale",1,1,1 ], "one of the hard protective sometimes hairy or resinous specialized leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bud scale",1,1,1 ], "surrounding the buds of certain plants, such as the rhododendron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a partially opened flower",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"rosebud",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 1],"a swelling on a plant stem consisting of overlapping immature leaves or",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 1],"petals",2). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 2],"any small budlike outgrowth",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 3],"something small or immature",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 4],"an asexually produced outgrowth in simple organisms such as yeasts and the",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 4],"hydra that develops into a new individual",2). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 5],"in bud| at the stage of producing buds",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 6],"nip in the bud| to put an end to (an idea, movement, etc|) in its initial",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 1, 6],"stages",2). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) (of plants and some animals) to produce buds",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to begin to develop or grow",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) Horticulture",1). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 2, 4],"bark",2). c_DEF([ "bud" ,1, 2, 4],"to graft (a bud) from one plant onto another, usually by insertion under the",1). c_DEF([ "bud",2,1,1 ], "short for buddy: used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buddha",1,1,1 ], "a person who has achieved a state of perfect enlightenment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buddha",1,1,2 ], "an image or picture of the Buddha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buddle",1,1,1 ], "a sloping trough in which ore is washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buddle",1,2,1 ], "to wash (ore) in a buddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buddleia",1,1,1 ], "Buddleiaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buddleia",1,1,1 ], "any ornamental shrub of the genus Buddleia, esp| B| davidii, which has long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buddleia",1,1,1 ], "spikes of mauve flowers and is frequently visited by butterflies: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buddy",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budge",1,1,1 ], "to move, however slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budge",1,1,2 ], "to change or cause to change opinions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budge",2,1,1 ], "a lambskin dressed for the fur to be worn on the outer side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budgerigar",1,1,1 ], "a small green Australian parrot, Melopsittacus undulatus: a popular cage bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budgerigar",1,1,1 ], "budgie" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "budgerigar",1,1,1 ], "that is bred in many different coloured varieties| Often shortened (informal) to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "budget account",1,1,1 ], "an account with a department store, etc|, enabling a customer to make monthly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budget account",1,1,1 ], "payments to cover his past and future purchases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "budget account",1,1,2 ], "a bank account for paying household bills, being credited with regular or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budget account",1,1,2 ], "equal monthly payments from the customer's current account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "budget",1,1,1 ], "a summary of probable financial outlays and incomes over a specified period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budget",1,1,2 ], "period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "budget",1,1,2 ], "the total amount of money allocated for a specific purpose during a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budget",1,1,3 ], "a stock, quantity, or supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budget",1,2,1 ], "to enter or provide for in a budget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budget",1,2,2 ], "to plan the expenditure of (money, time, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budget",1,3,1 ], "to make a budget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "budgie",1,1,1 ], "short for budgerigar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,1 ], "a cloth or pad of material used for polishing an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,1 ], "a dull yellow or yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,1 ], "a soft thick flexible undyed leather made chiefly from the skins of buffalo," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,1 ], "oxen, and elk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,2 ], "a flexible disc or wheel impregnated with a fine abrasive for polishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,1,2 ], "metals, etc|, with a power tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,1,2 ], "one's bare skin (esp| in the phrase in the buff)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,2,1 ], "to clean or polish (a metal, floor, shoes, etc|) with a buff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",1,2,2 ], "to remove the grain surface of (a leather)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",2,1,1 ], "to deaden the force of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",2,2,1 ], "a blow or buffet (now only in the phrase blind man's buff)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buff",3,1,1 ], "an expert on or devotee of a given subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo fish",1,1,1 ], "any of several freshwater North American hump-backed cyprinoid fishes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo fish",1,1,1 ], "genus Ictiobus: family Catostomidae (suckers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo gnat",1,1,1 ], "any of various small North American blood-sucking dipterous insects of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo gnat",1,1,1 ], "genus Simulium and related genera: family Simuliidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo grass",1,1,1 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo grass",1,1,1 ], "a short grass, Buchloe dactyloides, growing on the dry plains of the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo grass",1,1,2 ], "a grass, Stenotaphrum americanum, introduced from North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo",1,1,1 ], "a member of the cattle tribe, Synercus caffer, mostly found in game reserves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo",1,1,1 ], "in southern and eastern Africa and having upward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo",1,1,2 ], "short for water buffalo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo",1,1,3 ], "a U|S| name for bison ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo",1,2,1 ], "to confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffalo",1,2,2 ], "to intimidate or overawe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer state",1,1,1 ], "a small and usually neutral state between two rival powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of spring-loaded steel pads attached at both ends of railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,1 ], "vehicles and at the end of a railway track to reduce shock due to contact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that lessens shock or protects from damaging impact," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,2 ], "circumstances, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,2,1 ], "an ionic compound, usually a salt of a weak acid or base, added to a solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,2,1 ], "to resist changes in its acidity or alkalinity and thus stabilize its pH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,2,2 ], "buffer solution| a solution containing such a compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,3 ], "a memory device for temporarily storing data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,4 ], "an isolating circuit used to minimize the reaction between a driving and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,4 ], "driven circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,1,5 ], "short for buffer state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",1,2,1 ], "to add a buffer to (a solution)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",2,1,1 ], "any device used to shine, polish, etc|; buff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",2,1,2 ], "a person who uses such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffer",3,1,1 ], "a stupid or bumbling man (esp| in the phrase old buffer)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet car",1,1,1 ], "a railway coach where light refreshments are served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",1,1,1 ], "a counter where light refreshments are served|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",1,1,1,1 ], "a meal at which guests help themselves from a number of dishes and often eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",1,1,1,1 ], "standing up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",1,1,2 ], "a sideboard, esp| of the 16th or 17th century|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",1,1,3 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",1,1,4 ], "a kind of low stool, pouffe, or hassock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",2,1,1 ], "to knock against or about; batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",2,2,1 ], "to hit, esp| with the fist; cuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",2,2,2 ], "to force (one's way), as through a crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",2,3,1 ], "to struggle; battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffet",2,4,1 ], "a blow, esp| with a fist or hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffing wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel covered with a soft material, such as lamb's wool or leather, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffing wheel",1,1,1 ], "for shining and polishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bufflehead",1,1,1 ], "a small North American diving duck, Bucephala (or Glaucionetta)albeola: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bufflehead",1,1,1 ], "male has black-and-white plumage and a fluffy head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buffo",1,1,1 ], "(in Italian opera of the 18th century) a comic part, esp| one for a bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffo",1,1,2 ], "a bass singer who performs such a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffoon",1,1,1 ], "a person who amuses others by ridiculous or odd behaviour, jokes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buffoon",1,1,2 ], "a foolish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 1],"any insect of the order Hemiptera, esp| any of the suborder Heteroptera,",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 1],"having piercing and sucking mouthparts specialized as a beak (rostrum)",2). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a microorganism, esp| a bacterium, that produces disease",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a disease, esp| a stomach infection, caused by a microorganism",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 2],"any insect, such as the June bug or the Croton bug",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 3],"an obsessive idea, hobby, etc|; craze",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 4],"an error or fault, as in a machine or system",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 5],"a concealed microphone used for recording conversations, as in spying",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 6],"(in poker) a joker used as an ace or wild card to complete a straight or",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 1, 6],"flush",2). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to irritate; bother",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to conceal a microphone in (a room, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) U|S",1). c_DEF([ "bug" ,1, 2, 4],"(of eyes) to protrude",1). c_DEF([ "bug",2,1,1 ], "an evil spirit or spectre; hobgoblin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugaboo",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary source of fear; bugbear; bogey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugbane",1,1,1 ], "any of several ranunculaceous plants of the genus Cimicifuga, esp| C| foetida" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugbane",1,1,1 ], "of Europe, whose flowers are reputed to repel insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bugbear",1,1,1 ], "a thing that causes obsessive fear or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugbear",1,1,2 ], "(in English folklore) a goblin said to eat naughty children and thought to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugbear",1,1,2 ], "in the form of a bear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bugger about",1,2,1 ], "to fool about and waste time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger about",1,3,1 ], "to create difficulties or complications for (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger off",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger off",1,2,1 ], "to go away depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises buggery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing considered to be contemptible, unpleasant, or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,1,3 ], "a humorous or affectionate term for a man or child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,1,4 ], "bugger all| Slang| nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,2,1 ], "to practise buggery (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,3,1 ], "to ruin, complicate, or frustrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,3,2 ], "to tire; weary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugger",1,4,1 ], "an exclamation of annoyance or disappointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buggery",1,1,1 ], "anal intercourse between a man and another man, a woman, or an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buggy",1,1,1 ], "a light horse-drawn carriage having either four wheels (esp| in the U|S|) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buggy",1,1,1 ], "two wheels (esp| in Britain and India)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buggy",1,1,2 ], "short for beach buggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buggy",1,1,3 ], "short for baby buggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buggy",2,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buggy",2,1,2 ], "infested with bugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buggy",2,1,3 ], "insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bughouse",1,1,1 ], "a mental hospital or asylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bughouse",1,2,1 ], "insane; crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugle",1,1,1 ], "a brass instrument similar to the cornet but usually without valves: used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugle",1,1,1 ], "military fanfares, signal calls, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bugle",1,2,1 ], "to play or sound (on) a bugle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugle",2,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian plants of the genus Ajuga, esp| A| reptans, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugle",2,1,1 ], "small blue or white flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bugle",3,1,1 ], "a tubular glass or plastic bead sewn onto clothes for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugleweed",1,1,1 ], "any aromatic plant of the genus Lycopus, having small whitish or pale blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugleweed",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bugleweed",1,1,2 ], "another name for bugle'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugloss",1,1,1 ], "Lycopsis, and Echium, esp| L| arvensis, having clusters of blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bugloss",1,1,1 ], "any of various hairy Eurasian boraginaceous plants of the genera Anchusa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bugong",1,1,1 ], "another name for bogong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buhl",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of boulle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buhrstone",1,1,1 ], "a hard tough rock containing silica, fossils, and cavities, formerly used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buhrstone",1,1,1 ], "grindstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buhrstone",1,1,2 ], "a grindstone or millstone made of this rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buibui",1,1,1 ], "a piece of black cloth worn as a shawl by Muslim women, esp| on the E African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buibui",1,1,1 ], "coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "build in",1,1,1 ], "to incorporate or construct as an integral part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build into",1,1,1 ], "to make (something) a definite part of (a contract, agreement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 1, 1],"to construct gradually, systematically, and in stages",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 1, 2],"to increase or strengthen, esp| by degrees",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 2, 1],"to improve the health or physique of (a person)",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 3, 1],"to cover (an area) with buildings",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 4, 1],"to cause (a person, enterprise, etc|) to become better known; publicize",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 5, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 5, 2],"progressive increase in number, size, etc",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 5, 3],"extravagant publicity or praise, esp| in the form of a campaign",1). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 5, 4],"prior to an operation",2). c_DEF([ "build up" ,1, 5, 4],"the process of attaining the required strength of forces and equipment, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "build",1,1,1 ], "to make, construct, or form by joining parts or materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,2,1 ], "to be a builder by profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,3,1 ], "to order the building of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,3,2 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to base; found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,4,1 ], "to establish and develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,5,1 ], "to make in a particular way or for a particular purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,6,1 ], "to increase in intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,6,1,1 ], "to add cards to each other to form (a sequence or set)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,6,1,2 ], "to add to the layout of cards on the table from one's hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "build",1,7,1 ], "physical form, figure, or proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "builder",1,1,1 ], "a person who builds, esp| one who contracts for and supervises the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "builder",1,1,1 ], "construction or repair of buildings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "builder",1,1,2 ], "a substance added to a soap or detergent as a filler or abrasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "building and loan association",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for building society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "building line",1,1,1 ], "the boundary line along a street beyond which buildings must not project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "building society",1,1,1 ], "a cooperative banking enterprise financed by deposits on which interest is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "building society",1,1,1 ], "equivalents: savings and loan association, building and loan association, cooperative bank" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "building society",1,1,1 ], "paid and from which mortgage loans are advanced on homes and real estate| U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "building",1,1,1 ], "something built with a roof and walls, such as a house or factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "building",1,1,2 ], "the act, business, occupation, or art of building houses, boats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "built",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of build" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "built-in",1,1,1 ], "made or incorporated as an integral part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "built-in",1,1,2 ], "essential; inherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "built-in",1,2,1 ], "a built-in cupboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "built-up",1,1,1 ], "having many buildings (esp| in the phrase built-up area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "built-up",1,1,2 ], "increased by the addition of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,1 ], "a rounded organ of vegetative reproduction in plants such as the tulip and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,1 ], "leaves and thin brown outer leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,1 ], "onion: a flattened stem bearing a central shoot surrounded by fleshy nutritive inner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,2 ], "a plant, such as a hyacinth or daffodil, that grows from a bulb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,3 ], "a rounded part of an instrument such as a syringe or thermometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,4 ], "a rounded expansion of a cylindrical organ or part, such as the medulla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,4 ], "oblongata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulb",1,1,5 ], "a bulbous protuberance at the forefoot of a ship to reduce turbulence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a bulb, esp| the medulla oblongata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbiferous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) producing bulbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbil",1,1,1 ], "a small bulblike organ of vegetative reproduction growing in leaf axils or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbil",1,1,1 ], "flower stalks of plants such as the onion and tiger lily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulbil",1,1,2 ], "any small bulb of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbous",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a bulb; swollen; bulging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbous",1,1,2 ], "growing from or bearing bulbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbul",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the family Pycnonotidae of tropical Africa and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulbul",1,1,1 ], "brown plumage and, in many species, a distinct crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulbul",1,1,2 ], "a songbird, taken to be the nightingale, often mentioned in Persian poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulge",1,1,1 ], "a swelling or an outward curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulge",1,1,2 ], "a sudden increase in number or volume, esp| of population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulge",1,1,3 ], "the projecting part of an army's front line; salient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulge",1,2,1 ], "to swell outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulimia",1,1,1 ], "pathologically insatiable hunger, esp| when caused by a brain lesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk modulus",1,1,1 ], "a coefficient of elasticity of a substance equal to the ratio of the applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk modulus",1,1,1 ], "reference state (dV/V is the bulk strain)|Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bulk modulus",1,1,1 ], "stress (p) to the resulting fractional change in volume (dV/V) in a specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulk up",1,1,1 ], "to increase or cause to increase in size or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,1 ], "volume, size, or magnitude, esp| when great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,2 ], "the main part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,3 ], "a large body, esp| of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,4 ], "unpackaged cargo or goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,5 ], "a ship's cargo or hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,5,1 ], "the thickness of a number of sheets of paper or cardboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,5,2 ], "the thickness of a book excluding its covers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,6 ], "in bulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,6,1 ], "in large quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,1,6,2 ], "(of a cargo, etc|) unpackaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,2,1 ], "to cohere or cause to cohere in a mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,2,2 ], "to place, hold, or transport (several cargoes of goods) in bulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulk",1,2,3 ], "bulk large| to be or seem important or prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulkhead",1,1,1 ], "any upright wall-like partition in a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulky",1,1,1 ], "bulkier, bulkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulky",1,1,2 ], "very large and massive, esp| so as to be unwieldy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull dust",1,1,1 ], "fine dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull dust",1,1,2 ], "nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull mastiff",1,1,1 ], "a large powerful breed of dog with a short usually tan coat, developed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull mastiff",1,1,1 ], "crossing the bulldog with the mastiff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull nose",1,1,1 ], "a disease of pigs caused by infection with the bacterium Actinomyces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull nose",1,1,1 ], "necrophorus, characterized by swelling of the snout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull nose",1,1,2 ], "a rounded edge of a brick, step, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull nose",1,1,3 ], "a rounded exterior angle, as where two walls meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull session",1,1,1 ], "an informal discussion among men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull snake",1,1,1 ], "Pituophis, typically having yellow and brown markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull snake",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing North American nonvenomous colubrid snake of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull terrier",1,1,1 ], "a breed of terrier having a short smooth coat, developed by crossing a bulldog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull terrier",1,1,1 ], "with the original English terrier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull tongue",1,1,1 ], "a heavy plough used in growing cotton, having an almost vertical mouldboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull tongue",1,1,2 ], "a plough or cultivator with a single shovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull trout",1,1,1 ], "any large trout, esp| the salmon trout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,1 ], "any male bovine animal, esp| one that is sexually mature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,10 ], "take the bull by the horns| to face and tackle a difficulty without shirking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,2 ], "the uncastrated adult male of any breed of domestic cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,3 ], "the male of various other animals including the elephant and whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,4 ], "a very large, strong, or aggressive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,4,1 ], "a speculator who buys in anticipation of rising prices in order to make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,4,1 ], "profit on resale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,5 ], "short for bull's-eye 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,6 ], "short for bullshit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,7 ], "short for bulldog, bull terrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,8 ], "a bull in a china shop| a clumsy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,9 ], "shoot the bull| U|S| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,9,1 ], "to pass time talking lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,1,9,2 ], "to boast or exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,2,1 ], "male; masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,2,2 ], "large; strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,3,1 ], "security) by speculative buying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,3,1 ], "to raise or attempt to raise the price or prices of (a stock market or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",1,4,1 ], "to talk lightly or foolishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",2,1,1 ], "a ludicrously self-contradictory or inconsistent statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",3,1,1 ], "a formal document issued by the pope, written in antiquated characters and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull",3,1,1 ], "often sealed with a leaden bulla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,1 ], "the small central disc of a target, usually the highest valued area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,2 ], "a shot hitting this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,3 ], "something that exactly achieves its aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,4 ], "a small circular or oval window or opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,5 ], "a thick disc of glass set into a ship's deck, etc|, to admit light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,6 ], "the glass boss at the centre of a sheet of blown glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,6,1 ], "a small thick plano-convex lens used as a condenser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,6,2 ], "a lamp or lantern containing such a lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,7 ], "a peppermint-flavoured, usually striped, boiled sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,8 ], "a circular or oval wooden block with a groove around it for the strop of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,8 ], "shroud and a hole at its centre for a line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bull's-eye",1,1,9 ], "the eye or centre of a cyclone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull-headed",1,1,1 ], "blindly obstinate; stubborn, headstrong, or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull-necked",1,1,1 ], "having a short thick neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull-nosed",1,1,1 ], "having a rounded end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulla",1,1,1 ], "a leaden seal affixed to a papal bull, having a representation of Saints Peter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulla",1,1,1 ], "and Paul on one side and the name of the reigning pope on the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulla",1,1,2 ], "an ancient Roman rounded metal or leather box containing an amulet, worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulla",1,1,2 ], "around the neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulla",1,1,3 ], "another word for blister ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullace",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian rosaceous tree, Prunus domestica insititia (or P| insititia)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullace",1,1,1 ], "of which the damson is the cultivated form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullate",1,1,1 ], "puckered or blistered in appearance|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullbat",1,1,1 ], "another name for nighthawk ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog ant",1,1,1 ], "any large Australian ant of the genus Myrmecia, having a powerful sting:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog ant",1,1,1 ], "subfamily Ponerinae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog clip",1,1,1 ], "a clip for holding papers together, consisting of two T-shaped metal clamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog clip",1,1,1 ], "held in place by a cylindrical spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog",1,1,1 ], "a sturdy thickset breed of dog with an undershot jaw, broad head, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog",1,1,1 ], "muscular body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog",1,1,2 ], "(at Oxford University) an official who accompanies the proctors on ceremonial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldog",1,1,2 ], "occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulldoze",1,1,1 ], "to move, demolish, flatten, etc|, with a bulldozer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldoze",1,1,2 ], "to force; push" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldoze",1,1,3 ], "to intimidate or coerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldozer",1,1,1 ], "a powerful tractor fitted with caterpillar tracks and a blade at the front," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulldozer",1,1,1 ], "used for moving earth, rocks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulldozer",1,1,2 ], "a person who bulldozes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullet",1,1,1,1 ], "a small metallic missile enclosed in a cartridge, used as the projectile of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullet",1,1,1,1 ], "gun, rifle, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullet",1,1,1,2 ], "the entire cartridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullet",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a bullet, esp| in shape or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullet",1,1,3 ], "a position for racing downhill, having the body crouched, feet in the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullet",1,1,3 ], "of the board, and often arms stretched out in front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullet",1,1,4 ], "a capsule containing a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulletin board",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for notice board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulletin",1,1,1 ], "an official statement on a matter of public interest, such as the illness of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulletin",1,1,1 ], "public figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulletin",1,1,2 ], "a broadcast summary of the news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulletin",1,1,3 ], "a periodical publication of an association, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulletin",1,2,1 ], "to make known by bulletin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulletproof",1,1,1 ], "not penetrable by bullets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulletproof",1,2,1 ], "to make bulletproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullfight",1,1,1 ], "a traditional Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American spectacle in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullfight",1,1,1 ], "in an arena" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bullfight",1,1,1 ], "matador, assisted by banderilleros and mounted picadors, baits and usually kills a bull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullfinch",1,1,1 ], "a common European finch, Pyrrhula pyrrhula: the male has a bright red throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullfinch",1,1,1 ], "and breast, black crown, wings, and tail, and a grey-and-white back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullfinch",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar finches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullfinch",2,1,1 ], "a high thick hedge too difficult for a horse and rider to jump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullfrog",1,1,1 ], "any of various large frogs, such as Rana catesbeiana , having a loud deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullfrog",1,1,1 ], "croak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullhead",1,1,1 ], "Cottidae that have a large head covered with bony plates and spines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullhead",1,1,1 ], "any of various small northern mainly marine scorpaenoid fishes of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullhead",1,1,2 ], "any freshwater North American catfish of the genus Ameiurus (or Ictalurus)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullhead",1,1,2 ], "having a large head bearing several long barbels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullhead",1,1,3 ], "a scorpion fish, Scorpaena guttata, of North American Pacific coastal waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullhead",1,1,4 ], "a stupidly stubborn or unintelligent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullhorn",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for loud-hailer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullion",1,1,1 ], "gold or silver in mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullion",1,1,2 ], "gold or silver in the form of bars and ingots, suitable for further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullion",1,1,2 ], "processing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullion",1,1,3 ], "a thick gold or silver wire or fringed cord used as a trimming, as on military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullion",1,1,3 ], "uniforms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullish",1,1,1 ], "like a bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullish",1,1,2 ], "causing, expecting, or characterized by a rise in prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullock",1,1,1 ], "a gelded bull; steer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullock",1,1,2 ], "a bull calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullock",1,2,1 ], "to work hard and long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullock's heart",1,1,1 ], "another name for custard apple 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullocky",1,1,1 ], "the driver of a team of bullocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullpen",1,1,1 ], "a large cell where prisoners are confined together temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullring",1,1,1 ], "an arena for bullfighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullroarer",1,1,1 ], "a wooden slat attached to a thong that makes a roaring sound when the thong is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bullroarer",1,1,1 ], "whirled: used esp| by Australian aborigines in religious rites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bullshit" ,1, 1, 1],"exaggerated or foolish talk; nonsense",1). c_DEF([ "bullshit" ,1, 1, 2],"(in the British Army) exaggerated zeal, esp| for ceremonial drill, cleaning,",1). c_DEF([ "bullshit" ,1, 1, 2],"polishing, etc| Usually shortened to ,bull",2). c_DEF([ "bullshit" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to talk in an exaggerated or foolish manner",1). c_DEF([ "bullwhip" ,1, 1, 1],"a long tapering heavy whip, esp| one of plaited rawhide",1). c_DEF([ "bullwhip" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to whip with a bullwhip",1). c_DEF([ "bully beef",1,1,1 ], "canned corned beef| Often shortened to bully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who hurts, persecutes, or intimidates weaker people",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 1, 2],"a hired ruffian",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 1, 3],"a procurer; pimp",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 1, 4],"a fine fellow or friend",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 1, 5],"a sweetheart; darling",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 2, 1],"(when tr|, often foll| by into) to hurt, intimidate, or persecute (a weaker or",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 2, 1],"smaller person), esp| to make him do something",2). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 3, 1],"dashing; jolly",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 3, 2],"very good; fine",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 4, 1],"Also: bully for you, him, etc|Informal",1). c_DEF([ "bully" ,1, 4, 2],"well done! bravo!",1). c_DEF([ "bully-off" ,1, 1, 1],"ball between them and alternately strike their sticks together and against the",2). c_DEF([ "bully-off" ,1, 1, 1],"ground three times before trying to hit the ball",3). c_DEF([ "bully-off" ,1, 1, 1],"the method by which a game is started| Two opposing players stand with the",1). c_DEF([ "bully-off" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|, adv|) to start play with a bully-off| Often shortened to bully",1). c_DEF([ "bullyrag",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bully, esp| by means of cruel practical jokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bull|",1,1,1 ], "bulletin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulnbuln",1,1,1 ], "another name for lyrebird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulrush",1,1,1 ], "any tall reedlike marsh plant of the genus Typha, having thick straplike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulrush",1,1,1 ], "leaves and flowers in long dense brown cylindrical spikes: family Typhaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulrush",1,1,2 ], "a grasslike cyperaceous marsh plant, Scirpus lacustris, used for making mats," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulrush",1,1,2 ], "chair seats, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bulrush",1,1,3 ], "a biblical word for papyrus (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulwark",1,1,1 ], "a wall or similar structure used as a fortification; rampart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulwark",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing acting as a defence against injury, annoyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulwark",1,1,3 ], "a solid vertical fencelike structure along the outward sides of a deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulwark",1,1,4 ], "a breakwater or mole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bulwark",1,2,1 ], "to defend or fortify with or as if with a bulwark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bul|",1,1,1 ], "bulletin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bum steer",1,1,1 ], "false or misleading information or advice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 1, 1],"a disreputable loafer or idler",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 1, 2],"a tramp; hobo",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 1, 3],"an irresponsible, unpleasant, or mean person",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 1, 4],"a person who spends a great deal of time on a specified sport",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 1, 5, 1],"living as a loafer or vagrant",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 1, 5, 2],"out of repair; broken",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 1, 5],"on the bum",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 2, 1],"(tr|) to get by begging; cadge",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 2, 2],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 2, 3],"often foll| by around) to live by begging or as a vagrant or loafer",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 2, 4],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 2, 5],"usually foll| by around) to spend time to no good purpose; loaf; idle",1). c_DEF([ "bum" ,2, 3, 1],"(prenominal) of poor quality; useless",1). c_DEF([ "bum",1,1,1 ], "the buttocks or anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bum's rush",1,1,1 ], "forcible ejection, as from a gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bum's rush",1,1,2 ], "rapid dismissal, as of an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumbailiff",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an officer employed to collect debts and arrest debtors for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumbailiff",1,1,1 ], "nonpayment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bumble",1,1,1 ], "to speak or do in a clumsy, muddled, or inefficient way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumble",1,2,1 ], "to proceed unsteadily; stumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumble",1,3,1 ], "a blunder or botch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumble",2,1,1 ], "to make a humming sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumble-puppy",1,1,1 ], "a game in which a ball, attached by string to a post, is hit so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumble-puppy",1,1,1 ], "string winds round the post" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bumble-puppy",1,1,2 ], "(of whist or bridge) played unskilfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumblebee",1,1,1 ], "any large hairy social bee of the genus Bombus and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumblebee",1,1,1 ], "temperate regions: family Apidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bumbledom",1,1,1 ], "self-importance in a minor office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumboat",1,1,1 ], "anchor or at a mooring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bumboat",1,1,1 ], "any small boat used for ferrying supplies or goods for sale to a ship at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumf",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumkin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of boomkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bummalo",1,1,1 ], "another name for Bombay duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bummaree",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a dealer at Billingsgate fish market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bummaree",1,1,2 ], "a porter at Smithfield meat market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bummer",1,1,1 ], "a vagrant or idler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bummer",1,1,2 ], "person or thing considered inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bummer",1,1,3 ], "an adverse reaction to a drug, characterized by panic or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump into",1,1,1 ], "to meet by chance encounter unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump off",1,1,1 ], "to murder; kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump start" ,1, 1, 1],"a method of starting a motor vehicle by engaging a low gear with the clutch",1). c_DEF([ "bump start" ,1, 1, 1],"been acquired to turn the engine by releasing the clutch",3). c_DEF([ "bump start" ,1, 1, 1],"depressed and pushing it or allowing it to run down a hill until sufficient momentum has",2). c_DEF([ "bump start" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "bump start" ,1, 3, 1],"to start (a motor vehicle) using this method",1). c_DEF([ "bump up",1,1,1 ], "to raise or increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by against or into) to knock or strike with a jolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,2,1 ], "to travel or proceed in jerks and jolts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,3,1 ], "to hurt by knocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,4,1 ], "to knock out of place; dislodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,5,1 ], "him down again to touch the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,5,1 ], "to throw (a child) into the air, one other child holding each limb, and let" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,5,2 ], "(another boat that started a fixed distance ahead)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,5,2 ], "(in rowing races, esp| at Oxford and Cambridge) to catch up with and touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,5,3 ], "high when bowled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,5,3 ], "to bowl (a ball) so that it bounces high on pitching or (of a ball) to bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,6,1 ], "and grind)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,6,1 ], "to dance erotically by thrusting the pelvis forward (esp| in the phrase bump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,7,1 ], "to raise (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,1 ], "an impact; knock; jolt; collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,10 ], "bump ball| Cricket| a ball that bounces into the air after being hit directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,10 ], "into the ground by the batsman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,2 ], "a dull thud or other noise from an impact or collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,3 ], "the shock of a blow or collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,4 ], "a lump on the body caused by a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,5 ], "a protuberance, as on a road surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,6 ], "any of the natural protuberances of the human skull, said by phrenologists to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,6 ], "indicate underlying faculties and character" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,7 ], "a rising current of air that gives an aircraft a severe upward jolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,8 ], "the act of bumping a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bump",1,8,9 ], "the act of bumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper car",1,1,1 ], "a low-powered electrically propelled vehicle driven and bumped against similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper car",1,1,1 ], "cars in a special rink at a funfair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal metal bar attached to the front or rear end of a car, lorry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",1,1,1 ], "etc|, to protect against damage from impact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",1,1,2 ], "a person or machine that bumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",1,1,3 ], "a ball bowled so that it bounces high on pitching; bouncer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",2,1,1 ], "a glass, tankard, etc|, filled to the brim, esp| as a toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",2,1,2 ], "an unusually large or fine example of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",2,2,1 ], "unusually large, fine, or abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",2,3,1 ], "to toast with a bumper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",2,4,1 ], "to fill to the brim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",2,5,1 ], "to drink bumpers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumper",3,1,1 ], "a cigarette end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumph",1,1,1 ], "offical documents, forms, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumph",1,1,2 ], "toilet paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumping race",1,1,1 ], "(esp| at Oxford and Cambridge) a race in which rowing eights start an equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumping race",1,1,1 ], "distance one behind the other and each tries to bump the boat in front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bumpkin",1,1,1 ], "an awkward simple rustic person (esp| in the phrase country bumpkin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumpkin",2,1,1 ], "variant spellings of boomkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumptious",1,1,1 ], "offensively self-assertive or conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumpy",1,1,1 ], "bumpier, bumpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumpy",1,1,2 ], "having an uneven surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumpy",1,1,3 ], "full of jolts; rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bumsucking",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang| obsequious behaviour; toadying|bumsucker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bun fight",1,1,1 ], "a tea party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bun",1,1,1 ], "a small roll, similar to bread but usually containing sweetening, currants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bun",1,1,1 ], "spices, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bun",1,1,2 ], "a hair style in which long hair is gathered into a bun shape at the back of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bun",1,1,2 ], "the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunch",1,1,1 ], "a bunch of keys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunch",1,1,1 ], "a number of things growing, fastened, or grouped together: a bunch of grapes;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunch",1,1,2 ], "a collection; group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunch",1,1,3 ], "a group or company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunch",1,1,4 ], "a protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunch",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to group or be grouped into a bunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunches",1,1,1 ], "a hair style in which hair is tied into two sections on either side of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunches",1,1,1 ], "head at the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunchy",1,1,1 ], "bunchier, bunchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunchy",1,1,2 ], "composed of or resembling bunches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunchy",1,1,3 ], "bulging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunco" ,1, 1, 1],"a swindle, esp| one by confidence tricksters",1). c_DEF([ "bunco" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to swindle; cheat",1). c_DEF([ "buncombe",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of bunkum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bund",1,1,1 ], "(in India and the Far East) an embankment; dyke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bund",1,1,2 ], "an embanked road or quay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bandh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle up",1,1,1 ], "to dress (somebody) warmly and snugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle up",1,2,1 ], "to make (something) into a bundle or bundles, esp| by tying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,1 ], "a number of things or a quantity of material gathered or loosely bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,2 ], "something wrapped or tied for carrying; package" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,3 ], "a large sum of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,4 ], "go a bundle on| Slang| to be extremely fond of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,5 ], "a collection of strands of specialized tissue such as nerve fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,6 ], "short for vascular bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,7 ], "a measure of yarn or cloth; 60,000 yards of linen yarn; 5 or 10 pounds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,7 ], "cotton hanks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,1,8 ], "drop one's bundle| Austral| slang| to panic or give up hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,2,1 ], "to make into a bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by out, off, into, etc|) to go or cause to go, esp| roughly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,2,2 ], "unceremoniously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,3,1 ], "to push or throw, esp| quickly and untidily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,4,1 ], "formerly a custom in New England, Wales, and elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bundle",1,4,1 ], "to sleep or lie in one's clothes on the same bed as one's betrothed:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundobust",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bandobust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundu bashing",1,1,1 ], "living temporarily or travelling in the bundu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundu",1,1,1,1 ], "a largely uninhabited wild region far from towns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bundu",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",1,1,1 ], "a stopper, esp| of cork or rubber, for a cask, piece of laboratory glassware," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bung",1,1,2 ], "short for bunghole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",1,2,2 ], "to close or seal with or as with a bung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",1,2,3 ], "to throw; sling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",2,1,1 ], "a gratuity; tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",2,2,1 ], "to give (someone a tip)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",3,1,1 ], "dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",3,1,2 ], "destroyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",3,1,3 ], "useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",3,1,4 ], "go bung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",3,1,4,1 ], "to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bung",3,1,4,2 ], "to fail or collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bungalow",1,1,1 ], "a one-storey house, sometimes with an attic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bungalow",1,1,2 ], "(in India) a one-storey house, usually surrounded by a veranda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunger",1,1,1 ], "a firework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunghole",1,1,1 ], "a hole in a cask, barrel, etc|, through which liquid can be poured or drained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bungle",1,1,1 ], "to spoil (an operation) through clumsiness, incompetence, etc|; botch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bungle",1,2,1 ], "a clumsy or unsuccessful performance or piece of work; mistake; botch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunion",1,1,1 ], "inflamed bursa forms over the joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunion",1,1,1 ], "swelling of the first joint of the big toe, which is displaced to one side| An" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk bed",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of beds constructed one above the other to save space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",1,1,1 ], "a narrow shelflike bed fixed along a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",1,1,2 ], "short for bunk bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",1,1,3 ], "any place where one sleeps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",1,2,1 ], "to prepare to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",1,3,1 ], "to occupy a bunk or bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",1,4,1 ], "to provide with a bunk or bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",2,1,1 ], "short for bunkum ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",3,1,1 ], "a hurried departure, usually under suspicious circumstances (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",3,1,1 ], "phrase do a bunk)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunk",3,2,1 ], "to run away; scram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,1,1 ], "a large storage container or tank, as for coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,1,2 ], "an obstacle on a golf course, usually a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,1,2 ], "sand-filled hollow bordered by a ridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,1,3 ], "an underground shelter with a bank and embrasures for guns above ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,2,1,1 ], "to drive (the ball) into a bunker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,2,1,2 ], "to have one's ball trapped in a bunker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,3,1,1 ], "to fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,3,2 ], "(a ship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunker",1,3,2,2 ], "to transfer (cargo) from a ship to a storehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunkhouse",1,1,1 ], "a building containing the sleeping quarters of workers on a ranch, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunko" ,1, 2, 1],"a variant spelling of bunco",1). c_DEF([ "bunkum",1,1,1 ], "empty talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunkum",1,1,2 ], "empty or insincere speechmaking by a politician to please voters or gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunkum",1,1,2 ], "publicity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunny hug",1,1,1 ], "a ballroom dance with syncopated rhythm, popular in America in the early 20th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunny hug",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunny hug",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunny",1,1,1 ], "a child's word for rabbit ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunny",1,1,2 ], "a night-club hostess whose costume includes rabbit-like tail and ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunny",1,1,3 ], "a mug; dupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunraku",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese form of puppet theatre in which each puppet is manipulated by three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunraku",1,1,1 ], "puppeteers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) to butt (something) with the head or horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",1,1,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to fly in part of an inverted loop or (of an aircraft)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",1,1,2 ], "to fly in such a loop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",1,1,3 ], "(in baseball) to hit (a pitched ball) very gently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of bunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",2,1,1 ], "sail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",2,1,1 ], "the baggy centre of a fishing net or other piece of fabric, such as a square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunt",3,1,1 ], "a disease of cereal plants caused by smut fungi (genus Tilletia)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buntal",1,1,1 ], "straw obtained from leaves of the talipot palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunting",1,1,1 ], "a coarse, loosely woven cotton fabric used for flags, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunting",1,1,2 ], "decorative flags, pennants, and streamers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunting",1,1,3 ], "flags collectively, esp| those of a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunting",2,1,1 ], "Passerina of North America| They all have short stout bills" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bunting",2,1,1 ], "any of numerous seed-eating songbirds of the families Fringillidae (finches," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunting",2,1,1 ], "etc|) or Emberizidae, esp| those of the genera Emberiza of the Old World and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buntline",1,1,1 ], "one of several lines fastened to the foot of a square sail for hauling it up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buntline",1,1,1 ], "to the yard when furling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunya-bunya",1,1,1 ], "a tall dome-shaped Australian coniferous tree, Araucaria bidwillii, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunya-bunya",1,1,1 ], "edible seeds and thickish flattened needles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bunyip",1,1,1 ], "a legendary monster said to inhabit swamps and lagoons of the Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bunyip",1,1,1 ], "interior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buoy",1,1,1 ], "a distinctively shaped and coloured float, anchored to the bottom, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoy",1,1,1 ], "designating moorings, navigable channels, or obstructions in a body of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buoy",1,2,1 ], "to prevent from sinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoy",1,3,1 ], "to raise the spirits of; hearten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoy",1,4,1 ], "to mark (a channel or obstruction) with a buoy or buoys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoy",1,5,1 ], "to rise to the surface; float" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyage",1,1,1 ], "a system of buoys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyage",1,1,2 ], "the buoys used in such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyage",1,1,3 ], "the providing of buoys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyancy",1,1,1 ], "the ability to float in a liquid or to rise in liquid, air, or other gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyancy",1,1,2 ], "partly submerged in it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buoyancy",1,1,2 ], "the tendency of a fluid to exert a lifting effect on a body that is wholly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyancy",1,1,3 ], "the ability to recover quickly after setbacks; resilience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyancy",1,1,4 ], "cheerfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyant",1,1,1 ], "able to float in or rise to the surface of a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyant",1,1,2 ], "(of a liquid or gas) able to keep a body afloat or cause it to rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buoyant",1,1,3 ], "cheerful or resilient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buprestid",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the mainly tropical family Buprestidae, the adults of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buprestid",1,1,1 ], "brilliantly coloured and the larvae of which bore into and cause damage to trees, roots," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buprestid",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buprestid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Buprestidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bur marigold",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Bidens that has yellow flowers and pointed fruits that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bur marigold",1,1,1 ], "cling to fur and clothing: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bur oak",1,1,1 ], "an E North American oak, Quercus macrocarpa, having fringed acorn cups and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bur oak",1,1,1 ], "durable timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bur reed",1,1,1 ], "a marsh plant of the genus Sparganium, having narrow leaves, round clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bur reed",1,1,1 ], "small green flowers, and round prickly fruit: family Sparganiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bur" ,1, 1, 1],"a seed vessel or flower head, as of burdock, having hooks or prickles",1). c_DEF([ "bur" ,1, 1, 2],"any plant that produces burs",1). c_DEF([ "bur" ,1, 1, 3],"a person or thing that clings like a bur",1). c_DEF([ "bur" ,1, 1, 4],"a small surgical or dental drill",1). c_DEF([ "bur" ,1, 1, 5],"a variant spelling of ,burr ,3 ,burr ,4 ",1). c_DEF([ "bur" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to remove burs from| ~Also (for senses 1-4, 6): burr",1). c_DEF([ "buran",1,1,1 ], "(in central Asia) a blizzard, with the wind blowing from the north and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buran",1,1,1 ], "reaching gale force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buran",1,1,2 ], "a summer wind from the north, causing dust storms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burble",1,1,1 ], "to make or utter with a bubbling sound; gurgle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burble",1,2,1 ], "to talk quickly and excitedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burble",1,3,1 ], "(of the airflow around a body) to become turbulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burble",1,4,1 ], "a bubbling or gurgling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burble",1,4,2 ], "a flow of excited speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burble",1,4,3 ], "turbulence in the airflow around a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burbot",1,1,1 ], "a freshwater gadoid food fish, Lota lota, that has barbels around its mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burbot",1,1,1 ], "and occurs in Europe, Asia, and North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burden of proof",1,1,1 ], "contention" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "burden of proof",1,1,1 ], "provide evidence that will convince the court or jury of the truth of one's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burden of proof",1,1,1 ], "the obligation, in criminal cases resting initially on the prosecution, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",1,1,1 ], "something that is carried; load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",1,1,2 ], "something that is exacting, oppressive, or difficult to bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",1,1,2,1 ], "the cargo capacity of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",1,1,2,2 ], "the weight of a ship's cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to put or impose a burden on; load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",1,2,2 ], "to weigh down; oppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",2,1,1 ], "a line of words recurring at the end of each verse of a ballad or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",2,1,1 ], "song; chorus or refrain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burden",2,1,2 ], "the principal or recurrent theme of a speech, book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burden",2,1,3 ], "another word for bourdon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burdensome",1,1,1 ], "hard to bear; onerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burdock",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "burdock",1,1,1 ], "a coarse weedy Eurasian plant of the genus Arctium, having large heart-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burdock",1,1,1 ], "leaves, tiny purple flowers surrounded by hooked bristles, and burlike fruits: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bureau",1,1,1 ], "a writing desk with pigeonholes, drawers, etc|, against which the writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureau",1,1,1 ], "surface can be closed when not in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bureau",1,1,2 ], "a chest of drawers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureau",1,1,3 ], "an office or agency, esp| one providing services for the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureau",1,1,3,1 ], "a government department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureau",1,1,3,2 ], "a branch of a government department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucracy",1,1,1 ], "a routine manner" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucracy",1,1,1 ], "a system of administration based upon organization into bureaus, division of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucracy",1,1,1 ], "labour, a hierarchy of authority, etc|: designed to dispose of a large body of work in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucracy",1,1,2 ], "government by such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucracy",1,1,3 ], "government or other officials collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucracy",1,1,4 ], "any administration in which action is impeded by unnecessary official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucracy",1,1,4 ], "procedures and red tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucrat",1,1,1 ], "an official in a bureaucracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucrat",1,1,2 ], "an official who adheres to bureaucracy, esp| rigidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bureaucratize",1,1,1 ], "to administer by or transform into a bureaucracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burette",1,1,1 ], "a graduated glass tube with a stopcock on one end for dispensing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burette",1,1,1 ], "transferring known volumes of fluids, esp| liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burg",1,1,1 ], "a fortified town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burg",1,1,2 ], "a town or city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgage",1,1,1 ], "(in England) tenure of land or tenement in a town or city, which originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgage",1,1,1 ], "involved a fixed money rent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burgage",1,1,2 ], "(in Scotland) the tenure of land direct from the crown in Scottish royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgage",1,1,2 ], "burghs in return for watching and warding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burgee",1,1,1 ], "a triangular or swallow-tailed flag flown from the mast of a merchant ship for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgee",1,1,1 ], "identification and from the mast of a yacht to indicate its owner's membership of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burgee",1,1,1 ], "particular yacht club" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "burgeon",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by forth or out)(of a plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgeon",1,1,2 ], "to sprout (buds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgeon",1,2,1 ], "to develop or grow rapidly; flourish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgeon",1,3,1 ], "a bud of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burger",1,1,1,1 ], "short for hamburger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burger",1,1,1,2 ], "a cheeseburger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burger",1,1,2 ], "a graze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgess",1,1,1 ], "(in England)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgess",1,1,1,1 ], "a citizen or freeman of a borough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgess",1,1,1,2 ], "any inhabitant of a borough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgess",1,1,2 ], "a Member of Parliament from a borough, corporate town, or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgess",1,1,3 ], "a member of the colonial assembly of Maryland or Virginia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgh",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a town that enjoys a degree of self-government: incorporated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgh",1,1,1 ], "charter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burgh",1,1,2 ], "an archaic form of borough ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgher",1,1,1 ], "a member of the trading or mercantile class of a medieval city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgher",1,1,2 ], "a respectable citizen; bourgeois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgher",1,1,3 ], "a citizen or inhabitant of a corporate town, esp| on the Continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burglar",1,1,1 ], "a person who commits burglary; housebreaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burglarize",1,1,1 ], "to break into (a place) and steal from (someone); burgle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burglary",1,1,1 ], "committing theft, rape, grievous bodily harm, or damage, or, having entered as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burglary",1,1,1 ], "the crime of either entering a building as a trespasser with the intention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burglary",1,1,1 ], "trespasser, of committing one or more of these offences" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "burgle",1,1,1 ], "to commit burglary upon (a house, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgomaster",1,1,1 ], "Netherlands; mayor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burgomaster",1,1,1 ], "the chief magistrate of a town in Austria, Belgium, Germany, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgomaster",1,1,2 ], "a popular name for the glaucous gull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgonet",1,1,1 ], "a light 16th-century helmet, usually made of steel, with hinged cheekpieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgoo",1,1,1 ], "porridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgoo",1,1,1,1 ], "a thick highly seasoned soup or stew of meat and vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgoo",1,1,1,2 ], "a picnic or gathering at which such soup is served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgrave",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burgrave",1,1,1 ], "the military governor of a German town or castle, esp| in the 12th and 13th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burgrave",1,1,2 ], "a nobleman ruling a German town or castle by hereditary right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burhel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bharal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burial ground",1,1,1 ], "a graveyard or cemetery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burial",1,1,1 ], "the act of burying, esp| the interment of a dead body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that buries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burin",1,1,1 ], "a chisel of tempered steel with a sharp lozenge-shaped point, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burin",1,1,1 ], "engraving furrows in metal, wood, or marble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burin",1,1,2 ], "an engraver's individual style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burin",1,1,3 ], "a prehistoric flint tool with a very small transverse edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burk",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burka",1,1,1 ], "a long enveloping garment worn by Muslim women in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burke",1,1,1 ], "suffocation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burke",1,1,1 ], "to murder in such a way as to leave no marks on the body, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burke",1,1,2 ], "to get rid of, silence, or suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burl",1,1,1 ], "a small knot or lump in wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burl",1,1,2 ], "a roundish warty outgrowth from the trunk, roots, or branches of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burl",1,1,2 ], "trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burl",1,2,1 ], "to remove the burls from (cloth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burl",2,1,1 ], "an attempt; try (esp| in the phrase give it a burl)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burlap",1,1,1 ], "a coarse fabric woven from jute, hemp, or the like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 1, 1],"an artistic work, esp| literary or dramatic, satirizing a subject by",1). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 1, 1],"caricaturing it",2). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 1, 2],"a ludicrous imitation or caricature",1). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 1, 3],"a play of the 17th-19th centuries that parodied some contemporary dramatic",1). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 1, 3],"fashion or event",2). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 1, 4],"a bawdy comedy show of the late 19th and early 20th centuries: the striptease",1). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 1, 4],"eventually became one of its chief elements| Slang name: burleycue",2). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or characteristic of a burlesque",1). c_DEF([ "burlesque" ,1, 3, 1],"to represent or imitate (a person or thing) in a ludicrous way; caricature",1). c_DEF([ "burley",1,1,1 ], "a light thin-leaved tobacco, grown esp| in Kentucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burly",1,1,1 ], "large and thick of build; sturdy; stout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn in",1,1,1 ], "masking other regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burn in",1,1,1 ], "to darken (areas on a photographic print) by exposing them to light while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn off" ,1, 1, 1],"to clear (land) of vegetation by burning",1). c_DEF([ "burn off" ,1, 2, 1],"burn-off",1). c_DEF([ "burn off" ,1, 2, 2],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "burn off" ,1, 2, 3],"an act or the process of burning land off",1). c_DEF([ "burn out" ,1, 1, 1],"friction",2). c_DEF([ "burn out" ,1, 1, 1],"to become or cause to become worn out or inoperative as a result of heat or",1). c_DEF([ "burn out" ,1, 2, 1],"(of a rocket, jet engine, etc|) to cease functioning as a result of exhaustion",1). c_DEF([ "burn out" ,1, 2, 1],"of the fuel supply",2). c_DEF([ "burn out" ,1, 3, 1],"to destroy by fire",1). c_DEF([ "burn out" ,1, 3, 2],"to become or cause to become exhausted through overwork or dissipation",1). c_DEF([ "burn",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,1,2 ], "to destroy or be destroyed by fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,2,1 ], "to damage, injure, or mark by heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,2,2 ], "to die or put to death by fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,3,1 ], "to be or feel hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,3,2 ], "to smart or cause to smart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,4,1 ], "to feel strong emotion, esp| anger or passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,5,1 ], "to use for the purposes of light, heat, or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,6,1 ], "to form by or as if by fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,6,2 ], "to char or become charred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,7,1 ], "to brand or cauterize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,7,2 ], "to produce by or subject to heat as part of a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,7,3 ], "to discard or exchange (one or more useless cards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,8,1 ], "to cheat, esp| financially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,8,2 ], "to electrocute or be electrocuted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,8,3 ], "burn one's boats or bridges| Informal| to proceed in such a way as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,8,3 ], "eliminate all alternative courses of action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,8,4 ], "burn the candle at both ends| Informal| to overwork or take on too much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,8,5 ], "burn one's fingers| Informal| to suffer from having meddled or interfered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,9,1 ], "agents| Burns are classified according to the depth of tissue affected: first-degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,9,1 ], "an injury caused by exposure to heat, electrical, chemical, or radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,9,1 ], "burn: skin surface painful and red;second-degree burn: blisters appear on the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,9,1 ], "skin;third-degree burn: destruction of both epidermis and dermis" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,9,2 ], "a mark, e|g| on wood, caused by burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,9,3 ], "a controlled use of rocket propellant, esp| for a course correction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",1,9,4 ], "tobacco or a cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn",2,1,1 ], "a small stream; brook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burn-up",1,1,1 ], "a period of fast driving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burned out",1,1,1 ], "recovered from dependence on drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burned",1,1,1 ], "having been cheated in a sale of drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burned",1,1,1,1 ], "revealed as a drug-peddler by a police informer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burned",1,1,1,2 ], "revealed to drug-users as a police informer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burner",1,1,1 ], "the part of a stove, lamp, etc|, that produces flame or heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burner",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for burning something, as fuel or refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,1 ], "P| sanguisorba)(salad burnet), which has purple-tinged green flowers and leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,1 ], "a plant of the rosaceous genus Sanguisorba (or Poterium), such as S| minor (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,1 ], "that are sometimes used for salads" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,2 ], "burnet rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,3 ], "burnet saxifrage| a Eurasian umbelliferous plant of the genus Pimpinella," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,3 ], "having umbrella-like clusters of white or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,4 ], "a moth of the genus Zygaena, having red-spotted dark green wings and antennae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnet",1,1,4 ], "with enlarged tips: family Zygaenidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burning bush",1,1,1 ], "any of several shrubs or trees, esp| the wahoo, that have bright red fruits or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning bush",1,1,1 ], "seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burning bush",1,1,2 ], "another name for gas plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning bush",1,1,3 ], "any of several plants, esp| the summer cypress, with a bright red autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning bush",1,1,3 ], "foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burning bush",1,1,4 ], "(Exodus 3:2-4)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burning bush",1,1,4 ], "the bush that burned without being consumed, from which God spoke to Moses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning glass",1,1,1 ], "a convex lens for concentrating the sun's rays into a small area to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning glass",1,1,1 ], "heat or fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burning",1,1,1 ], "intense; passionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning",1,1,2 ], "urgent; crucial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning",1,2,1 ], "a form of heat treatment used to harden and finish ceramic materials or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burning",1,2,1 ], "prepare certain ores for further treatment by calcination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burning",1,2,2 ], "excessive oxide formation and penetration occur, weakening the alloy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burning",1,2,2 ], "overheating of an alloy during heat treatment in which local fusion or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnish",1,1,1 ], "to make or become shiny or smooth by friction; polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnish",1,2,1 ], "a shiny finish; lustre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnoose",1,1,1 ], "a long circular cloak with a hood attached, worn esp| by Arabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnsides",1,1,1 ], "thick side whiskers worn with a moustache and clean-shaven chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt almond",1,1,1 ], "a sweet consisting of an almond enclosed in burnt sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt offering",1,1,1 ], "a sacrificial offering burnt, usually on an altar, to honour, propitiate, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt offering",1,1,1 ], "supplicate a deity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burnt sienna",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown dye or pigment obtained by roasting raw sienna in a furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt sienna",1,1,2 ], "a dark reddish-orange to reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt umber",1,1,1 ], "a brown pigment obtained by heating umber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt umber",1,1,2 ], "a dark brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of burn ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt",1,2,1 ], "affected by or as if by burning; charred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt",1,2,2 ], "(of various pigments, such as ochre and orange) calcined, with a resultant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burnt",1,2,2 ], "darkening of colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buroo",1,1,1 ], "and Irish dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buroo",1,1,2 ], "the government office from which unemployment benefit is distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buroo",1,1,3 ], "the unemployment benefit itself (esp| in the phrase on the buroo)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burp gun",1,1,1 ], "an automatic pistol or submachine gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burp",1,1,1 ], "a belch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burp",1,2,1 ], "to belch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burp",1,3,1 ], "to cause (a baby) to burp to relieve flatulence after feeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,1,1 ], "a small power-driven hand-operated rotary file, esp| for removing burrs or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,1,1 ], "machining recesses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,1,2 ], "a rough edge left on a workpiece after cutting, drilling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,1,3 ], "a rough or irregular protuberance, such as a burl on a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,1,3,1 ], "a burl on the trunk or root of a tree, sliced across for use as decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,1,3,1 ], "veneer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of bur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,4,1 ], "to form a rough edge on (a workpiece)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",1,4,2 ], "to remove burrs from (a workpiece); deburr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",2,1,1 ], "an articulation of (r) characteristic of certain English dialects, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",2,1,1 ], "uvular fricative trill of Northumberland or the retroflex r of the West of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burr",2,1,2 ], "a whirring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",2,2,1 ], "to pronounce (words) with a burr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",2,2,2 ], "to make a whirring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",3,1,1 ], "a washer fitting around the end of a rivet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",3,1,2 ], "a blank punched out of sheet metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",4,1,1 ], "short for buhrstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burr",4,1,2 ], "a mass of hard siliceous rock surrounded by softer rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrawang",1,1,1 ], "any of several Australian cycads of the genus Macrozamia, having an edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrawang",1,1,1 ], "nut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burro",1,1,1 ], "a donkey, esp| one used as a pack animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,1,1 ], "a hole or tunnel dug in the ground by a rabbit, fox, or other small animal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,1,1 ], "for habitation or shelter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,1,2 ], "a small snug place affording shelter or retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,2,1 ], "to dig (a burrow)in, through, or under (ground)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,3,1 ], "to move through by or as by digging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,4,1 ], "to hide or live in a burrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,5,1 ], "to delve deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrow",1,5,2 ], "to hide (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burrstone",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of buhrstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burry",1,1,1 ], "rier, riest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burry",1,1,2 ], "full of or covered in burs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burry",1,1,3 ], "resembling burs; prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursa",1,1,1 ], "a small fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between movable parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursa",1,1,1 ], "body, esp| at joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bursar",1,1,1 ], "an official in charge of the financial management of a school, college, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursar",1,1,1 ], "university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bursar",1,1,2 ], "a student holding a bursary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursarial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or paid by a bursar or bursary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursary",1,1,1 ], "a scholarship or grant awarded in Scottish schools and universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursary",1,1,2 ], "the treasury of a college, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursary",1,1,3 ], "the bursar's room in a college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burse",1,1,1 ], "a flat case used at Mass as a container for the corporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burse",1,1,1,1 ], "a fund providing allowances for students" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burse",1,1,1,2 ], "the allowance provided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burseraceous",1,1,1 ], "and shrubs having compound leaves and resin or balsam in their stems| The family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burseraceous",1,1,1 ], "includes bdellium and some balsams" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "burseraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Burseraceae, a tropical family of trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a pouch or sac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bursitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a bursa, esp| one in the shoulder joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,1,1 ], "internal pressure; explode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,1,1 ], "to break or cause to break open or apart suddenly and noisily, esp| from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,2,1 ], "to come, go, etc|, suddenly and forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,3,1 ], "to be full to the point of breaking open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,4,1 ], "to give vent (to) suddenly or loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,4,2 ], "to cause or suffer the rupture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,5,1 ], "a sudden breaking open or apart; explosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,5,2 ], "a break; breach; rupture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,5,3 ], "a sudden display or increase of effort or action; spurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,5,4 ], "a sudden and violent emission, occurrence, or outbreak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burst",1,5,5 ], "a volley of fire from a weapon or weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burstone",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of buhrstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burthen",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for burden'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burton",1,1,1 ], "a kind of light hoisting tackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burton",1,1,2 ], "go for a burton| Brit| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burton",1,1,2,1 ], "to be broken, useless, or lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burton",1,1,2,2 ], "to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants that bear burs, such as the burdock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to place (a corpse) in a grave, usually with funeral rites; inter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,2 ], "to place in the earth and cover with soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,3 ], "to lose through death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,4 ], "to cover from sight; hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,5 ], "to embed; sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,6 ], "to occupy (oneself) with deep concentration; engross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,7 ], "to dismiss from the mind; abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,8 ], "bury the hatchet| to cease hostilities and become reconciled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bury",1,1,9 ], "bury one's head in the sand| to refuse to face a problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burying beetle",1,1,1 ], "a beetle of the genus Necrophorous, which buries the dead bodies of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "burying beetle",1,1,1 ], "animals by excavating beneath them, using the corpses as food for themselves and their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "burying beetle",1,1,1 ], "larvae: family Silphidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bus boy",1,1,1 ], "a waiter's assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bus shelter",1,1,1 ], "a covered structure at a bus stop providing protection against the weather for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bus shelter",1,1,1 ], "people waiting for a bus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bus stop",1,1,1 ], "a place on a bus route, usually marked by a sign, at which buses stop for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bus stop",1,1,1 ], "passengers to alight and board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 1, 1],"a large motor vehicle designed to carry passengers between stopping places",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 1, 1],"along a regular route| More formal name: omnibus|Sometimes called: motorbus",2). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 1, 2],"short for ,trolley bus",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 1, 3],"of or relating to a bus or buses",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 1, 4],"a car or aircraft, esp| one that is old and shaky",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 1, 5],"short for ,busbar",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 1, 6],"miss the bus| to miss an opportunity; be too late",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 2, 1],"es, busing, bused or busses, bussing, bussed",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 2, 2],"to travel or transport by bus",1). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 2, 3],"to create racially integrated classes",2). c_DEF([ "bus" ,1, 2, 3],"to transport (children) by bus from one area to a school in another in order",1). c_DEF([ "busbar",1,1,1 ], "an electrical conductor, maintained at a specific voltage and capable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busbar",1,1,1 ], "carrying a high current, usually used to make a common connection between several" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busbar",1,1,1 ], "circuits in a system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "busbar",1,1,2 ], "a group of such electrical conductors maintained at a low voltage, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busbar",1,1,2 ], "carrying data in binary form between the various parts of a computer or its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busbar",1,1,2 ], "peripherals|Sometimes shortened to bus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "busby",1,1,1 ], "a tall fur helmet with a bag hanging from the top to the right side, worn by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busby",1,1,1 ], "certain soldiers, usually hussars, as in the British Army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busby",1,1,2 ], "another name for bearskin (the hat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busera",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink of Uganda made from millet: sometimes mixed with honey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busera",1,1,2 ], "a porridge made out of millet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush house",1,1,1 ], "a shed or hut in the bush or a garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush jacket",1,1,1 ], "a casual jacket or shirt having four patch pockets and a belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush lawyer",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives legal opinions but is not qualified to do so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush oyster",1,1,1 ], "a bull's testicle when cooked and eaten|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush shrike",1,1,1 ], "any shrike of the African subfamily Malaconotinae,such asChlorophoneus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush shrike",1,1,1 ], "nigrifrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bush shrike",1,1,2 ], "another name for ant bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush tea",1,1,1 ], "a leguminous shrub of the genus Cyclopia, of southern Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush tea",1,1,2 ], "a beverage prepared from the dried leaves of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush telegraph",1,1,1 ], "a means of communication between primitive peoples over large areas, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush telegraph",1,1,1 ], "drum beats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bush telegraph",1,1,2 ], "a means of spreading rumour, gossip, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush wren",1,1,1 ], "a wren, Xenicus longipes, occurring in New Zealand: family Xenicidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,1 ], "a dense woody plant, smaller than a tree, with many branches arising from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,1 ], "lower part of the stem; shrub" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,2 ], "a dense cluster of such shrubs; thicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a bush, esp| in density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,3,1 ], "(often preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,4 ], "Zealand, or Canada: usually covered with trees or shrubs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,4 ], "an uncultivated or sparsely settled area, esp| in Africa, Australia, New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,5 ], "a forested area; woodland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,6 ], "(often preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,7 ], "the countryside, as opposed to the city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,8 ], "a fox's tail; brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,8,1 ], "a bunch of ivy hung as a vintner's sign in front of a tavern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,8,2 ], "any tavern sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,1,9 ], "beat about the bush| to avoid the point at issue; prevaricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,2,1 ], "ignorant or stupid, esp| as considered typical of unwesternized rustic life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,2,2 ], "go bush| Informal, chiefly Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,2,2,1 ], "to go off into the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,2,2,2 ], "to run wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,3,1 ], "to grow thick and bushy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",1,4,1 ], "to cover, decorate, support, etc|, with bushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",2,1,1 ], "a thin metal sleeve or tubular lining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bush",2,1,1 ], "serving as a bearing or guide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bush",2,2,1 ], "to fit a bush to (a casing, bearing, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushbaby",1,1,1 ], "Euoticus, occurring in Africa south of the Sahara: family Lorisidae (lorises)|They have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushbaby",1,1,1 ], "any agile nocturnal arboreal prosimian primate of the genera Galago and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushbaby",1,1,1 ], "large eyes and ears and a long tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bushbashing",1,1,1 ], "the process of forcing a path through the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushbuck",1,1,1 ], "a small nocturnal spiral-horned antelope, Tragelaphus scriptus, of the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushbuck",1,1,1 ], "and tropical forest of Africa| Its coat is reddish-brown with a few white markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushcraft",1,1,1 ], "ability and experience in matters concerned with living in the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushed",1,1,1 ], "extremely tired; exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushed",1,1,2 ], "mentally disturbed from living in isolation, esp| in the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushed",1,1,3 ], "lost or bewildered, as in the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,1 ], "a Brit| unit of dry or liquid measure equal to 8 Imperial gallons| 1 Imperial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,1 ], "bushel is equivalent to 0|036,37 cubic metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| unit of dry measure equal to 64 U|S| pints| 1 U|S| bushel is equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,2 ], "to 0|035,24 cubic metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,3 ], "a container with a capacity equal to either of these quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,4 ], "a large amount; great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,5 ], "hide one's light under a bushel| to conceal one's abilities or good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",1,1,5 ], "qualities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushel",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) U|S| to alter or mend (a garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushhammer",1,1,1 ], "a hammer with small pyramids projecting from its working face, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushhammer",1,1,1 ], "dressing stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushie",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of bushy ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushing",1,1,1 ], "another word for bush'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushing",1,1,2 ], "an adapter having ends of unequal diameters, often with internal screw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushing",1,1,2 ], "threads, used to connect pipes of different sizes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushing",1,1,3 ], "a layer of electrical insulation enabling a live conductor to pass through an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushing",1,1,3 ], "earthed wall, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushman",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives or travels in the bush, esp| one versed in bush lore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushmaster",1,1,1 ], "a large greyish-brown highly venomous snake, Lachesis muta, inhabiting wooded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushmaster",1,1,1 ], "regions of tropical America: family Crotalidae (pit vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushpig",1,1,1 ], "Madagascar| It is brown or black, with pale markings on the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushpig",1,1,1 ], "a wild pig, Potamochoerus porcus, inhabiting forests in tropical Africa and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushranger",1,1,1 ], "an escaped convict or robber living in the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushranger",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives away from civilization; backwoodsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushtit",1,1,1 ], "any small grey active North American songbird of the genus Psaltriparus, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushtit",1,1,1 ], "as P| minimus family Paridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bushtit",1,1,2 ], "(titmice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwalking",1,1,1 ], "an expedition on foot in the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhack",1,2,1 ], "to ambush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhack",1,3,1 ], "to cut or beat one's way through thick woods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhack",1,4,1 ], "to range or move around in woods or the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhack",1,5,1 ], "to fight as a guerrilla in wild or uncivilized regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhacker",1,1,1 ], "a person who travels around or lives in thinly populated woodlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhacker",1,1,2 ], "an unsophisticated person; boor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhacker",1,1,3 ], "a Confederate guerrilla during the American Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushwhacker",1,1,4 ], "any guerrilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushy",1,1,1 ], "bushier, bushiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushy",1,1,2 ], "covered or overgrown with bushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushy",1,1,3 ], "thick and shaggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushy",2,1,1 ], "a person who lives in the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bushy",2,1,2 ], "an unsophisticated uncouth person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busily",1,1,1 ], "in a busy manner; industriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business college",1,1,1 ], "a college providing courses in secretarial studies, business management," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business college",1,1,1 ], "accounting, commerce, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "business cycle",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for trade cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business end",1,1,1 ], "handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "business end",1,1,1 ], "the part of a tool or weapon that does the work, as contrasted with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,1 ], "a trade or profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,10 ], "a vaguely defined collection or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,11 ], "an incidental action, such as lighting a pipe, performed by an actor for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,11 ], "dramatic effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,12 ], "mean business| to be in earnest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,13 ], "a euphemistic word for defecation (esp| in the phrase do one's business)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,14 ], "a slang word for prostitution ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,2 ], "an industrial, commercial, or professional operation; purchase and sale of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,2 ], "goods and services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,3 ], "a commercial or industrial establishment, such as a firm or factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,4 ], "volume or quantity of commercial activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,5 ], "commercial policy or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,6 ], "own business)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,6 ], "proper or rightful concern or responsibility (often in the phrase mind one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,7 ], "a special task; assignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,8 ], "an affair; matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "business",1,1,9 ], "serious work or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "businesslike",1,1,1 ], "efficient and methodical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "businesslike",1,1,2 ], "earnest or severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "businessman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person engaged in commercial or industrial business, esp| as an owner or",1). c_DEF([ "businessman" ,1, 1, 1],"executive",2). c_DEF([ "busk",1,1,1 ], "a strip of whalebone, wood, steel, etc|, inserted into the front of a corset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busk",1,1,1 ], "to stiffen it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busk",1,1,2 ], "the corset itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busk",2,1,1 ], "of theatre queues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busk",2,1,1 ], "to make money by singing, dancing, acting, etc|, in public places, as in front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busk",3,1,1 ], "to make ready; prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busk",3,1,2 ], "to dress or adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buskin",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a sandal-like covering for the foot and leg, reaching the calf and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buskin",1,1,1 ], "usually laced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buskin",1,1,2 ], "Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buskin",1,1,2 ], "a thick-soled laced half boot resembling this, worn esp| by actors of ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buskin",1,1,3 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buskin",1,1,4 ], "tragic drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busman's holiday",1,1,1 ], "a holiday spent doing the same sort of thing as one does at work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buss",1,2,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for kiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",1,1,1 ], "the chest of a human being, esp| a woman's bosom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",1,1,2 ], "a sculpture of the head, shoulders, and upper chest of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,1,1 ], "to burst or break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,1,2 ], "to make or become bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,2,1 ], "(of the police) to raid, search, or arrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,3,1 ], "to demote, esp| in military rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,4,1 ], "to break or tame (a horse, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,5,1 ], "to punch; hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,6,1 ], "a raid, search, or arrest by the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,6,2 ], "a punch; hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,6,3 ], "a failure, esp| a financial one; bankruptcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,6,4 ], "a drunken party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,7,1 ], "broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,7,2 ], "bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust",2,7,3 ], "go bust| to become bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bust-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a quarrel, esp| a serious one ending a friendship, etc",1). c_DEF([ "bust-up" ,1, 1, 2],"a disturbance or brawl",1). c_DEF([ "bust-up" ,1, 2, 1],"(adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "bust-up" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to quarrel and part",1). c_DEF([ "bust-up" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to disrupt (a meeting), esp| violently",1). c_DEF([ "bustard",1,1,1 ], "Old World: order Gruiformes (cranes, rails, etc|)| They have long strong legs, a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bustard",1,1,1 ], "any terrestrial bird of the family Otididae, inhabiting open regions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bustard",1,1,1 ], "heavy body, a long neck, and speckled plumage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bustee",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of basti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buster",1,1,1 ], "(in combination) a person or thing destroying something as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buster",1,1,2 ], "a term of address for a boy or man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buster",1,1,3 ], "a person who breaks horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buster",1,1,4 ], "a spree, esp| a drinking bout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buster",1,1,5 ], "short for southerly buster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bustle",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by about) to hurry or cause to hurry with a great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bustle",1,1,1 ], "show of energy or activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bustle",1,2,1 ], "energetic and noisy activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bustle",2,1,1 ], "a cushion or a metal or whalebone framework worn by women in the late 19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bustle",2,1,1 ], "century at the back below the waist in order to expand the skirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busty",1,1,1 ], "bustier, bustiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busty",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman) having a prominent bust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busuuti",1,1,1 ], "a long garment with short sleeves and a square neckline, worn by Ugandan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busuuti",1,1,1 ], "women, esp| in S Uganda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busy Lizzie",1,1,1 ], "a balsaminaceous plant, Impatiens balsamina, that has fast-growing drooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busy Lizzie",1,1,1 ], "stems and is often grown as a pot plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "busy",1,1,1 ], "actively or fully engaged; occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busy",1,1,2 ], "crowded with or characterized by activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busy",1,1,3 ], "(of a room, telephone line, etc|) in use engaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busy",1,1,4 ], "overcrowded with detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busy",1,1,5 ], "meddlesome; inquisitive; prying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busy",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to make or keep (someone, esp| oneself) busy; occupy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "busybody",1,1,1 ], "a meddlesome, prying, or officious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bus|",1,1,1 ], "business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,1,1 ], "contrary to expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,1,2 ], "in contrast; on the contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,1,3 ], "other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,1,4 ], "only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,2,1 ], "without it happening or being the case that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by that) except that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,2,3 ], "if not; unless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,3,1 ], "used to introduce an exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,4,1 ], "except; save" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,4,2 ], "but for| were it not for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,5,1 ], "just; merely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,5,2 ], "though; however" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,5,3 ], "all but| almost; practically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",1,6,1 ], "an objection (esp| in the phrase ifs and buts)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "but",2,1,1 ], "the outer room of a two-roomed cottage: usually the kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butadiene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless easily liquefiable flammable gas that polymerizes readily and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butadiene",1,1,1 ], "used mainly in the manufacture of synthetic rubbers| Formula: CH2CHCHCH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable gaseous alkane that exists in two isomeric forms, both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butane",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of rubber and fuels (such as Calor gas)| Formula: C4H10" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butane",1,1,1 ], "of which occur in natural gas| The stable isomer, n-butane, is used mainly in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butanol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless substance existing in four isomeric forms| The three liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butanol",1,1,1 ], "isomers are used as solvents for resins, lacquers, etc|, and in the manufacture of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butanol",1,1,1 ], "organic compounds| Formula: C4H9OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butanone",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble flammable liquid used mainly as a solvent for resins, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butanone",1,1,1 ], "a paint remover, and in lacquers, cements, and adhesives| Formula: CH3COC2H5|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butat",1,1,1 ], "a Gambian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a dalasi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butch",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman or man) markedly or aggressively masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butch",1,2,1 ], "a lesbian who is noticeably masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butch",1,2,2 ], "a strong rugged man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher",1,1,1 ], "a retailer of meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher",1,1,2 ], "a person who slaughters or dresses meat for market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher",1,1,3 ], "an indiscriminate or brutal murderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher",1,1,4 ], "a person who destroys, ruins, or bungles something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher",1,2,1 ], "to slaughter or dress (animals) for meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher",1,2,2 ], "to kill indiscriminately or brutally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher",1,2,3 ], "to make a mess of; botch; ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher's",1,1,1 ], "a look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher's-broom",1,1,1 ], "a liliaceous evergreen shrub, Ruscus aculeatus, that has stiff prickle-tipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcher's-broom",1,1,1 ], "flattened green stems, which resemble and function as true leaves| The plant was formerly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butcher's-broom",1,1,1 ], "used for making brooms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butcherbird",1,1,1 ], "a shrike, esp| one of the genus Lanius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcherbird",1,1,2 ], "any of several Australian magpies of the genus Cracticus that impale their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butcherbird",1,1,2 ], "prey on thorns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butchery",1,1,1 ], "the business or work of a butcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butchery",1,1,2 ], "wanton and indiscriminate slaughter; carnage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butchery",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for slaughterhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butene",1,1,1 ], "a pungent colourless gas existing in four isomeric forms, all of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butene",1,1,1 ], "used in the manufacture of organic compounds| Formula: C4H8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butenedioic acid",1,1,1 ], "either of two geometrical isomers with the formula HOOCCHCHCOOH" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butler",1,1,1 ], "the head servant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butler",1,1,1 ], "the male servant of a household in charge of the wines, table, etc|: usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butlery",1,1,1 ], "a butler's room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butlery",1,1,2 ], "another name for buttery ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt hinge",1,1,1 ], "a hinge made of two matching leaves, one recessed into a door and the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt hinge",1,1,1 ], "into the jamb so that they are in contact when the door is shut| Sometimes shortened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butt hinge",1,1,1 ], "to butt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butt joint",1,1,1 ], "a joint between two plates, planks, bars, sections, etc|, when they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt joint",1,1,1 ], "fastened end to end without overlapping| Sometimes shortened to butt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butt plate",1,1,1 ], "a plate made usually of metal and attached to the butt end of a gunstock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt shaft",1,1,1 ], "a blunt-headed unbarbed arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt weld",1,1,1 ], "a butt joint that is welded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",1,1,1 ], "rifle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butt",1,1,1 ], "the thicker or blunt end of something, such as the end of the stock of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",1,1,2 ], "the unused end of something, esp| of a cigarette; stub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",1,1,3 ], "the portion of a hide covering the lower backside of the animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",1,1,4 ], "the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",1,1,5 ], "a slang word for cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",1,1,6 ], "short for butt joint or butt hinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is the target of ridicule, wit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,1,1 ], "a mound of earth behind the target on a target range that stops bullets or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,1,1 ], "wide shots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,1,2 ], "the target itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,1,3 ], "the target range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,2 ], "a low barrier, usually of sods or peat, behind which sportsmen shoot game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,2 ], "birds, esp| grouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,1,3 ], "goal; aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",2,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by on or against) to lie or be placed end on to; abut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",3,1,1 ], "to strike or push (something) with the head or horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",3,2,1 ], "to project; jut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",3,3,1 ], "to intrude, esp| into a conversation; interfere; meddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",3,4,1 ], "a blow with the head or horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",4,1,1 ], "a large cask, esp| one with a capacity of two hogsheads, for storing wine or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butt",4,1,1 ], "beer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butt",4,1,2 ], "a U|S| unit of liquid measure equal to 126 U|S| gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butte",1,1,1 ], "and Canadian| an isolated steep-sided flat-topped hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter bean",1,1,1 ], "a variety of lima bean that has large pale flat edible seeds and is grown in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter bean",1,1,1 ], "the southern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butter muslin",1,1,1 ], "a fine loosely woven cotton material originally used for wrapping butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter up",1,1,1 ], "to flatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,1,1,1 ], "an edible fatty whitish-yellow solid made from cream by churning, for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,1,1,1 ], "and table use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,1,2 ], "any substance with a butter-like consistency, such as peanut butter or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,1,2 ], "vegetable butter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,1,3 ], "look as if butter wouldn't melt in one's mouth| to look innocent, although" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,1,3 ], "probably not so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,2,1 ], "to put butter on or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter",1,2,2 ], "to flatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter-and-eggs",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants, such as toadflax, the flowers of which are of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butter-and-eggs",1,1,1 ], "shades of yellow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterball",1,1,1 ], "another name for bufflehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterball",1,1,2 ], "a chubby or fat person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterbur",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butterbur",1,1,1 ], "a plant of the Eurasian genus Petasites with fragrant whitish or purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterbur",1,1,1 ], "flowers, woolly stems, and leaves formerly used to wrap butter: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttercup",1,1,1 ], "North America" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buttercup",1,1,1 ], "any of various yellow-flowered ranunculaceous plants of the genus Ranunculus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttercup",1,1,1 ], "such as R| acris (meadow buttercup), which is native to Europe but common throughout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfat",1,1,1 ], "of glycerides, mainly butyrin, olein, and palmitin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfat",1,1,1 ], "the fatty substance of milk from which butter is made, consisting of a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfingers",1,1,1 ], "a person who drops things inadvertently or fails to catch things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfish",1,1,1 ], "an eel-like blennioid food fish, Pholis gunnellus, occurring in North Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfish",1,1,1 ], "coastal regions: family Pholidae (gunnels)| It has a slippery scaleless golden brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfish",1,1,1 ], "skin with a row of black spots along the base of the long dorsal fin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butterflies",1,1,1 ], "tremors in the stomach region due to nervousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly bush",1,1,1 ], "another name for buddleia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly fish",1,1,1 ], "Chaetodontidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly fish",1,1,1 ], "any small tropical marine percoid fish of the genera Chaetodon, Chelmon, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly fish",1,1,1 ], "that has a deep flattened brightly coloured body and brush-like teeth: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly nut",1,1,1 ], "another name for wing nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly valve",1,1,1 ], "a disc that acts as a valve by turning about a diameter, esp| one used as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly valve",1,1,1 ], "throttle valve in a carburettor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly valve",1,1,2 ], "a non-return valve consisting of two semicircular plates hinged about a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly valve",1,1,2 ], "central spindle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly weed",1,1,1 ], "a North American asclepiadaceous plant, Asclepias tuberosa (or A| decumbens)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly weed",1,1,1 ], "having flat-topped clusters of bright orange flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly",1,1,1 ], "any diurnal insect of the order Lepidoptera that has a slender body with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly",1,1,1 ], "closed over the back" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly",1,1,1 ], "clubbed antennae and typically rests with the wings (which are often brightly coloured)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly",1,1,2 ], "a person who never settles with one group, interest, or occupation for long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly",1,1,3 ], "a swimming stroke in which the arms are plunged forward together in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterfly",1,1,3 ], "circular movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterine",1,1,1 ], "an artificial butter made partly from milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttermilk",1,1,1 ], "often used for making scones and soda bread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttermilk",1,1,1 ], "the sourish liquid remaining after the butter has been separated from milk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butternut",1,1,1 ], "a walnut tree, Juglans cinerea of E North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butternut",1,1,2 ], "the oily edible egg-shaped nut of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butternut",1,1,3 ], "the hard brownish-grey wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butternut",1,1,4 ], "the bark of this tree or an extract from it, formerly used as a laxative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butternut",1,1,5 ], "a brownish colour or dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterscotch",1,1,1 ], "a kind of hard brittle toffee made with butter, brown sugar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterscotch",1,1,1,1 ], "a flavouring made from these ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterscotch",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterwort",1,1,1 ], "a plant of the genus Pinguicula, esp| P| vulgaris, that grows in wet places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butterwort",1,1,1 ], "and has violet-blue spurred flowers and fleshy greasy glandular leaves on which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butterwort",1,1,1 ], "insects are trapped and digested: family Lentibulariaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "buttery",1,1,1 ], "containing, like, or coated with butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttery",1,1,2 ], "grossly or insincerely flattering; obsequious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttery",2,1,1 ], "a room for storing foods or wines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttery",2,1,2 ], "(in some universities) a room in which food is supplied or sold to students" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttock",1,1,1 ], "either of the two large fleshy masses of thick muscular tissue that form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttock",1,1,1 ], "human rump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttock",1,1,2 ], "the analogous part in some mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button day",1,1,1 ], "the usual name for flag day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button quail",1,1,1 ], "Old World: family Turnicidae, order Gruiformes (cranes, rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "button quail",1,1,1 ], "any small quail-like terrestrial bird of the genus Turnix, such as T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button quail",1,1,1 ], "sylvatica (striped button quail), occurring in tropical and subtropical regions of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button tree",1,1,1 ], "a small West Indian tree, Conocarpus erectus, with button-like fruits and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button tree",1,1,1 ], "heavy hard compact wood: family Combretaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button up",1,1,1 ], "to fasten (a garment) with a button or buttons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button up",1,1,2 ], "to conclude (business) satisfactorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button up",1,1,3 ], "button up one's lip or mouth| Slang| to be silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,1 ], "a disc or knob of plastic, wood, etc|, attached to a garment, etc|, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,1 ], "for fastening two surfaces together by passing it through a buttonhole or loop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,10 ], "intellect; mental capacity (in such phrases as a button short, to have all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,10 ], "one's buttons on, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,2 ], "a small round object, such as any of various sweets, decorations, or badges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,3 ], "a small disc that completes an electric circuit when pushed, as one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,3 ], "operates a doorbell or machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,4 ], "any rounded knoblike part or organ, such as an unripe mushroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,5 ], "the protective knob fixed to the point of a foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,6 ], "a small amount of metal, usually lead, with which gold or silver is fused," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,6 ], "thus concentrating it during assaying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,7 ], "the piece of a weld that pulls out during the destructive testing of spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,7 ], "welds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,8 ], "a projection around the loom of an oar that prevents it slipping through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,8 ], "rowlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,1,9 ], "an object of no value (esp| in the phrase not worth a button)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,2,1 ], "to fasten with a button or buttons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,3,1 ], "to provide with buttons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "button",1,4,1 ], "to hit (an opponent) with the button of one's foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonball",1,1,1 ], "an American plane tree, Platanus occidentalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole stitch",1,1,1 ], "a reinforcing looped stitch for the edge of material, such as around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole stitch",1,1,1 ], "buttonhole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole",1,1,1 ], "a slit in a garment, etc|, through which a button is passed to fasten two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole",1,1,1 ], "surfaces together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole",1,1,2 ], "a flower or small bunch of flowers worn pinned to the lapel or in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole",1,1,2 ], "buttonhole, esp| at weddings, formal dances, etc| U|S| name: boutonniere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole",1,2,1 ], "to detain (a person) in conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole",1,2,2 ], "to make buttonholes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhole",1,2,3 ], "to sew with buttonhole stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhook",1,1,1 ], "a thin tapering hooked instrument formerly used for pulling buttons through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonhook",1,1,1 ], "the buttonholes of gloves, shoes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttonmould",1,1,1 ], "the small core of plastic, wood, or metal that is the base for buttons covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonmould",1,1,1 ], "with fabric, leather, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttons",1,1,1 ], "a page boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttonwood",1,1,1 ], "an American plane tree, Platanus occidentalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttress root",1,1,1 ], "a root that supports the trunk of a tree, usually growing from the stem, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttress root",1,1,1 ], "the mangrove" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buttress",1,1,1 ], "a construction, usually of brick or stone, built to support a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttress",1,1,2 ], "any support or prop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttress",1,1,3 ], "something shaped like a buttress, such as a projection from a mountainside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttress",1,1,4 ], "either of the two pointed rear parts of a horse's hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttress",1,2,1 ], "to support (a wall) with a buttress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buttress",1,2,2 ], "to support or sustain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butty",1,1,1 ], "a sandwich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butty",2,1,1 ], "(esp| in mining parlance) a friend or workmate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "another name for butanol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing any of four isomeric forms of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyl",1,1,1 ], "group C4H9-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butylene",1,1,1 ], "another name for butene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or resembling butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyraldehyde",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH3(CH\2)2CHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butyraldehyde",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable pungent liquid used in the manufacture of resins|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyrate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of butyric acid, containing the monovalent group C3H7COO- or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyrate",1,1,1 ], "ion C3H7COO-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butyric acid",1,1,1 ], "a carboxylic acid existing in two isomeric forms, one of which produces the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyric acid",1,1,1 ], "smell in rancid butter| Its esters are used in flavouring| Formula: CH3(CH\2)2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "butyrin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid ester or oil found in butter| It is formed from butyric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "butyrin",1,1,1 ], "acid and glycerin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buxom",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a woman) healthily plump, attractive, and vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buxom",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman) full-bosomed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,1,1 ], "price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,1,1 ], "to buy back for the owner (an item in an auction) at or below the reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,2,1 ], "to purchase shares in a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,3,1 ], "charging this seller with any market differences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,3,1 ], "to buy goods or securities on the open market against a defaulting seller," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,4,1 ], "organization, esp| a business or club" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,4,1 ], "to pay money to secure a position or place for (someone, esp| oneself) in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy in",1,4,2 ], "to purchase (goods, etc|) in large quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy into",1,1,1 ], "to get involved in (an argument, fight, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy off",1,1,1 ], "claim, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buy off",1,1,1 ], "to pay (a person or group) to drop a charge, end opposition, relinquish a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy out",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buy out",1,1,1 ], "to purchase the ownership, controlling interest, shares, etc|, of (a company," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy out",1,1,2 ], "to gain the release of (a person) from the armed forces by payment of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy up",1,1,1 ], "to purchase all, or all that is available, of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy up",1,1,2 ], "of shares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buy up",1,1,2 ], "to purchase a controlling interest in (a company, etc|), as by the acquisition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to acquire by paying or promising to pay a sum of money or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,1,1 ], "equivalent; purchase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,1,2 ], "to be capable of purchasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,1,3 ], "to acquire by any exchange or sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,2,1 ], "to act as a buyer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,2,2 ], "to bribe or corrupt; hire by or as by bribery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,2,3 ], "to accept as true, practical, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,3,1 ], "to purchase shares of (a company)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,4,1 ], "(esp| of Christ) to ransom or redeem (a Christian or the soul of a Christian)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,4,2 ], "have bought it| Slang| to be killed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buy",1,5,1 ], "a purchase (often in the phrases good or bad buy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buyer",1,1,1 ], "a person who buys; purchaser; customer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buyer",1,1,2 ], "a person employed to buy merchandise, materials, etc|, as for a shop or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buyer",1,1,2 ], "factory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buyers' market",1,1,1 ], "a market in which supply exceeds demand and buyers can influence prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz bomb",1,1,1 ], "another name for the V-1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz off",1,1,1 ], "to go away; leave; depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz saw",1,1,1 ], "a power-operated circular saw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,1,1 ], "a rapidly vibrating humming sound, as that of a prolonged z or of a bee in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,1,1 ], "flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,1,2 ], "a low sound, as of many voices in conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,1,3 ], "a rumour; report; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,1,4 ], "a telephone call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,1,5 ], "a pleasant sensation, as from a drug such as cannabis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,2,1 ], "to make a vibrating sound like that of a prolonged z" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,3,1 ], "to talk or gossip with an air of excitement or urgency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,4,1 ], "to utter or spread (a rumour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,5,1 ], "to move around quickly and busily; bustle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,6,1 ], "to signal or summon with a buzzer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,7,1 ], "to call by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,8,1,1 ], "to fly an aircraft very low over (an object)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,8,1,2 ], "esp| to warn or intimidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,8,1,2 ], "to fly an aircraft very close to or across the path of (another aircraft)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzz",1,9,1 ], "(esp| of insects) to make a buzzing sound with (wings, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzzard",1,1,1 ], "any diurnal bird of prey of the genus Buteo, typically having broad wings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzzard",1,1,1 ], "tail and a soaring flight: family Accipitridae (hawks, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buzzard",1,1,2 ], "apivorus, which feeds on grubs and honey from bees'nests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "buzzard",1,1,2 ], "honey buzzard| any of various similar related birds, esp| the Eurasian Pernis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzzard",1,1,3 ], "a mean or cantankerous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzzer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that buzzes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzzer",1,1,2 ], "a device that produces a buzzing sound, esp| one similar to an electric bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "buzzer",1,1,2 ], "without a hammer or gong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bu|",1,1,1 ], "bushel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bwana",1,1,1 ], "(in E Africa) a master, often used as a respectful form of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bwana",1,1,1 ], "corresponding to sir" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bx|",1,1,1 ], "box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by and by" ,1, 1, 1],"presently or eventually",1). c_DEF([ "by and large",1,1,1 ], "in general; on the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 10],"multiplied or divided by",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 11],"during the passing of (esp| in the phrases by day, by night)",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 12],"placed between measurements of the various dimensions of something",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 1],"used to indicate the agent after a passive verb",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 2],"used to indicate the person responsible for a creative work",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 3],"via; through",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 4],"foll| by a gerund to indicate a means used",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 5],"beside; next to; near",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 6],"passing the position of; past",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 7],"not later than; before",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 8],"used to indicate extent, after a comparative",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 1, 9],"(esp| in oaths) invoking the name of",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 2, 1],"near",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 2, 2],"away; aside",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 2, 3],"passing a point near something; past",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 3, 1],"byes",1). c_DEF([ "by" ,1, 3, 2],"a variant spelling of bye",1). c_DEF([ "by-",1,1,1 ], "near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-",1,1,2 ], "secondary or incidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-bidder",1,1,1 ], "a bidder at an auction who bids up the price of an item for the benefit of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-bidder",1,1,1 ], "seller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "by-blow",1,1,1 ], "a passing or incidental blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-blow",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for a bastard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-election",1,1,1 ], "(in Great Britain and other countries of the Commonwealth) an election held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-election",1,1,1 ], "during the life of a parliament to fill a vacant seat in the lower chamber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "by-election",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a special election to fill a vacant elective position with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-election",1,1,2 ], "unexpired term" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "by-line",1,1,1 ], "a line under the title of a newspaper or magazine article giving the author's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-line",1,1,1 ], "name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "by-line",1,1,2 ], "another word for touchline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-play",1,1,1 ], "esp| in a play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "by-play",1,1,1 ], "secondary action or talking carried on apart while the main action proceeds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-product",1,1,1 ], "a secondary or incidental product of a manufacturing process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-product",1,1,2 ], "a side effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-your-leave",1,1,1 ], "a request for permission (esp| in the phrase without so much as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "by-your-leave",1,1,1 ], "by-your-leave)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,1 ], "preliminary round by virtue of having no opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,1 ], "the situation in which a player or team in an eliminatory contest wins a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,2 ], "match has been decided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,2 ], "one or more holes of a stipulated course that are left unplayed after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,3 ], "a run scored off a ball not struck by the batsman: allotted to the team as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,3 ], "extra and not to the individual batsman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,4 ], "something incidental or secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bye",1,1,5 ], "by the bye| incidentally; by the way: used as a sentence connector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bye-bye",1,1,1 ], "goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bye-byes",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for sleep, used esp| in addressing children (as in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bye-byes",1,1,1 ], "go to bye-byes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bygone",1,1,1 ], "past; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bygone",1,2,1 ], "a past occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bygone",1,2,2 ], "let bygones be bygones| to agree to forget past quarrels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bylaw",1,1,1 ], "a rule made by a local authority for the regulation of its affairs or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bylaw",1,1,1 ], "management of the area it governs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bylaw",1,1,2 ], "a regulation of a company, society, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bylaw",1,1,3 ], "a subsidiary law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bypass engine",1,1,1 ], "a gas turbine in which a part of the compressor delivery bypasses the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bypass engine",1,1,1 ], "additional thrust" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "bypass engine",1,1,1 ], "combustion zone, flowing directly into or around the main exhaust gas flow to provide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bypass ratio",1,1,1 ], "aircraft gas turbine to that passing through them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bypass ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the amount of air that bypasses the combustion chambers of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 1, 1],"a main road built to avoid a city or other congested area",1). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"an electrical circuit, esp| one containing a capacitor, connected in parallel",1). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"around one or more components, providing an alternative path for certain frequencies",2). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 1, 2],"a means of redirecting the flow of a substance around an appliance through",1). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 1, 2],"which it would otherwise pass",2). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 2, 1],"es, passing, passed or past",1). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 3, 1],"to go around or avoid (a city, obstruction, problem, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 3, 2],"to cause (traffic, fluid, etc|) to go through a bypass",1). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 3, 3],"avoid",2). c_DEF([ "bypass" ,1, 3, 3],"to proceed without reference to (regulations, a superior, etc|); get round;",1). c_DEF([ "bypath",1,1,1 ], "a little-used path or track, esp| in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byre",1,1,1 ], "another word for cowshed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byrnie",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for coat of mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byroad",1,1,1 ], "a secondary or side road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byssinosis",1,1,1 ], "a lung disease caused by prolonged inhalation of fibre dust in textile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byssinosis",1,1,1 ], "factories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "byssus",1,1,1 ], "a mass of strong threads secreted by a sea mussel or similar mollusc that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byssus",1,1,1 ], "attaches the animal to a hard fixed surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "bystander",1,1,1 ], "a person present but not involved; onlooker; spectator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bystreet",1,1,1 ], "an obscure or secondary street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byte",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of bits, usually six or eight, processed as a single unit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byte",1,1,1 ], "information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "byte",1,1,2 ], "character" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "byte",1,1,2 ], "the storage space in a memory or other storage device that is allocated to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byte",1,1,3 ], "a subdivision of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byway",1,1,1 ], "a secondary or side road, esp| in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byway",1,1,2 ], "an area, field of study, etc|, that is very obscure or of secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byway",1,1,2 ], "importance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "byword",1,1,1 ], "a person, place, or thing regarded as a perfect or proverbial example of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byword",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "byword",1,1,2 ], "an object of scorn or derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "byword",1,1,3 ], "a common saying; proverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "bz|",1,1,1 ], "benzene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b| and b|",1,1,1 ], "bed and breakfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|f|",1,1,1 ], "bloody fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|f|",1,1,2 ], "bold face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|h|p|",1,1,1 ], "brake horsepower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|m|",1,1,1 ], "board measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|m|",1,1,2 ], "bowel movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|o|",1,1,1 ], "back order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|o|",1,1,2 ], "branch office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|o|",1,1,3 ], "broker's order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|o|",1,1,4 ], "buyer's option" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|pt|",1,1,1 ], "boiling point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|p|",1,1,1 ], "(of alcoholic density) below proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|p|",1,1,2 ], "boiling point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|p|i|",1,1,1 ], "bits per inch (used of a computer tape)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|s|",1,1,1 ], "balance sheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "b|s|",1,1,2 ], "bill of sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c & b",1,1,1 ], "caught and bowled (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 1],"Cs",1). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 2],"the third letter and second consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually either a",1). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 3],"voiceless alveolar fricative, as in cigar, or a voiceless velar stop, as in case",2). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 4],"the third in a series, esp| the third highest grade in an examination",1). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 5],"a",1). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"(in combination): a C-spring",1). c_DEF([ "c" ,1, 1, 6],"something shaped like a C",1). c_DEF([ "c",1,1,1 ], "centi-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c",1,1,2 ], "cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c",1,1,3 ], "cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c",1,1,4 ], "constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c",1,1,5 ], "specific heat capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c",1,1,6 ], "the velocity of electromagnetic radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c'est la vie",1,1,1 ], "that's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c/-",1,1,1 ], "care of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c/d",1,1,1 ], "carried down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c/f",1,1,1 ], "carried forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c/o",1,1,1 ], "care of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c/o",1,1,2 ], "carried over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ca'canny",1,1,1 ], "moderation or wariness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ca'canny",1,1,1,1 ], "a policy of restricting the output of work; a go-slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ca'canny",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cab",1,1,1,1 ], "a taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cab",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cab",1,1,2 ], "driven or operated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cab",1,1,2 ], "the enclosed compartment of a lorry, locomotive, crane, etc|, from which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cab",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a light horse-drawn vehicle used for public hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cab",1,1,4 ], "first cab off the rank| Austral| informal| the first person, etc|, to do or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cab",1,1,4 ], "take advantage of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cab",2,1,1 ], "an ancient Hebrew measure equal to about 2|3 litres (4 pints)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabal" ,1, 1, 1],"a small group of intriguers, esp| one formed for political purposes",1). c_DEF([ "cabal" ,1, 1, 2],"a secret plot, esp| a political one; conspiracy; intrigue",1). c_DEF([ "cabal" ,1, 1, 3],"a secret or exclusive set of people; clique",1). c_DEF([ "cabal" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to form a cabal; conspire; plot",1). c_DEF([ "cabala",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cabbala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caballero",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish gentleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caballero",1,1,2 ], "a southwestern U|S| word for horseman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabana",1,1,1 ], "a tent used as a dressing room by the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabaret",1,1,1 ], "a floor show of dancing, singing, or other light entertainment at a nightclub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabaret",1,1,1 ], "or restaurant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabaret",1,1,2 ], "a nightclub or restaurant providing such entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage bug",1,1,1 ], "another name for the harlequin bug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage lettuce",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of lettuce that have roundish flattened heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage lettuce",1,1,1 ], "resembling cabbages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage palm",1,1,1 ], "a West Indian palm, Roystonea (or Oreodoxa)oleracea, whose leaf buds are eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage palm",1,1,1 ], "like cabbage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage palm",1,1,2 ], "a similar Brazilian palm, Euterpe oleracea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage palm",1,1,3 ], "an Australian palm tree, Livistona australis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage palmetto",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American fan palm, Sabal palmetto, with edible leaf buds and leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage palmetto",1,1,1 ], "used in thatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage root fly",1,1,1 ], "a dipterous fly, Erioischia brassicae, whose larvae feed on the roots and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage root fly",1,1,1 ], "stems of cabbages and other brassicas: family Muscidae (houseflies, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage white",1,1,1 ], "any large white butterfly of the genus Pieris, esp| the Eurasian species P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage white",1,1,1 ], "brassicae and P| rapae, the larvae of which feed on the leaves of cabbages and related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage white",1,1,1 ], "vegetables: family Pieridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,1 ], "any of various cultivated varieties of the cruciferous plant Brassica oleracea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,1 ], "capitata, typically having a short thick stalk and a large head of green or reddish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,1 ], "edible leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,2 ], "cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprout have been bred" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,2 ], "leaves and a long spike of yellow flowers: the plant from which the cabbages," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,2 ], "wild cabbage| a Mediterranean cruciferous plant, Brassica oleracea, with broad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,2,1 ], "the head of a cabbage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,2,2 ], "the edible leaf bud of the cabbage palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,3 ], "a dull or unimaginative person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,4 ], "a person who has no mental faculties and is dependent on others for his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",1,1,4 ], "subsistence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",2,1,1 ], "snippets of cloth appropriated by a tailor from a customer's material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbage",2,2,1 ], "to steal; pilfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbagetown",1,1,1 ], "a city slum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbageworm",1,1,1 ], "any caterpillar that feeds on cabbages, esp| that of the cabbage white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbala",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Jewish mystical tradition based on an esoteric interpretation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabbala",1,1,1 ], "the Old Testament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabbala",1,1,2 ], "any secret or occult doctrine or science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabby",1,1,1 ], "a cab driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caber",1,1,1 ], "a heavy wooden pole or beam, esp| one thrown in the air as a trial of strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caber",1,1,1 ], "in the Highland sport of tossing the caber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabezon",1,1,1 ], "a large food fish, Scorpaenichthys marmoratus, of North American Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabezon",1,1,1 ], "coastal waters, having greenish flesh: family Cottidae (bullheads and sea scorpions)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabin boy",1,1,1 ], "a boy who waits on the officers and passengers of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin class",1,1,1 ], "a class of accommodation on a passenger ship between first class and tourist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin class",1,1,1 ], "class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabin cruiser",1,1,1 ], "a power boat fitted with a cabin and comforts for pleasure cruising or racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,1 ], "a small simple dwelling; hut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,2 ], "a simple house providing accommodation for travellers or holiday-makers at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,2 ], "motel or holiday camp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,3 ], "a room used as an office or living quarters in a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,4 ], "a covered compartment used for shelter or living quarters in a small boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,5 ], "(in a warship) the compartment or room reserved for the commanding officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,6 ], "another name for signal box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,6,1 ], "the enclosed part of a light aircraft in which the pilot and passengers sit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,6,2 ], "the part of an airliner in which the passengers are carried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,1,6,3 ], "the section of an aircraft used for cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabin",1,2,1 ], "to confine in a small space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet pudding",1,1,1 ], "a steamed suet pudding enriched with dried fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture containing shelves, cupboards, or drawers for storage or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,1,1 ], "display" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2 ], "the outer case of a television, radio, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2,1 ], "10|5 cm), for mounted photographs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2,1 ], "a standard size of paper, 6 X 4 inches (15 X 10 cm) or 6 X 4 inches (16|5 X" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2,1 ], "government ministers or just the senior ministers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2,1 ], "the executive and policy-making body of a country, consisting of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2,2 ], "an advisory council to a president, sovereign, governor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,2,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,3 ], "an enclosed rack for holding cases of type, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,4 ], "a private room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,5 ], "suitable in size, value, decoration, etc|, for a display cabinet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,6 ], "(of a drawing or projection of a three-dimensional object) constructed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,6 ], "reduced to about half scale to avoid the appearance of distortion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,6 ], "true horizontal and vertical representation of scale but with oblique distances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet",1,1,7 ], "(of a wine) specially selected and usually rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinet-maker",1,1,1 ], "a craftsman specializing in the making of fine furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinetwork",1,1,1 ], "the making of furniture, esp| of fine quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabinetwork",1,1,2 ], "an article made by a cabinet-maker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable car",1,1,1 ], "the passenger car on a cable railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable railway",1,1,1 ], "a railway on which individual cars are drawn along by a strong cable or metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable railway",1,1,1 ], "chain operated by a stationary motor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cable release",1,1,1 ], "a short length of flexible cable, used to operate the shutter of a camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable release",1,1,1 ], "without shaking it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cable stitch",1,1,1,1 ], "a pattern or series of knitting stitches producing a design like a twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable stitch",1,1,1,1 ], "rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cable stitch",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,1 ], "a strong thick rope, usually of twisted hemp or steel wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,2 ], "an anchor chain or rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,3 ], "a unit of length in nautical use that has various values| It is most commonly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,3 ], "feet) in Britain| It is also sometimes taken as 100 fathoms (600 feet)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,3 ], "taken as 120 fathoms (720 feet) in the U|S| and one tenth of a nautical mile (608" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,4 ], "a wire or bundle of wires that conducts electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,5 ], "a telegram sent abroad by submarine cable, radio, communications satellite, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,1,5 ], "by telephone line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,2,1 ], "to send (a message) to (someone) by cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable",1,3,1 ], "to fasten or provide with a cable or cables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable-laid",1,1,1 ], "(of a rope) made of three plain-laid ropes twisted together in a left-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cable-laid",1,1,1 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cablegram",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for cable ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cablet",1,1,1 ], "a small cable, esp| a cable-laid rope that has a circumference of less than 25" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cablet",1,1,1 ], "centimetres (ten inches)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cableway",1,1,1 ], "a system for moving bulk materials in which suspended cars, buckets, etc|, run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cableway",1,1,1 ], "on cables that extend between terminal towers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabman",1,1,1 ], "the driver of a cab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabob",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kebab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabochon",1,1,1 ], "a smooth domed gem, polished but unfaceted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caboodle",1,1,1 ], "a lot, bunch, or group (esp| in the phrases the whole caboodle, the whole kit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caboodle",1,1,1 ], "and caboodle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caboose",1,1,1 ], "short for calaboose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caboose",1,1,2 ], "a guard's van, esp| one with sleeping and eating facilities for the train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caboose",1,1,2 ], "crew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caboose",1,1,2,1 ], "a deckhouse for a galley aboard ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caboose",1,1,2,1 ], "a mobile bunkhouse used by lumbermen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caboose",1,1,2,2 ], "Chiefly Brit| the galley itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caboose",1,1,2,2 ], "an insulated cabin on runners, equipped with a stove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabotage",1,1,1 ], "coastal navigation or shipping, esp| within the borders of one country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabotage",1,1,2 ], "reservation to a country's carriers of its internal traffic, esp| air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabotage",1,1,2 ], "traffic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabretta",1,1,1 ], "a soft leather obtained from the skins of certain South American or African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabretta",1,1,1 ], "sheep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabrilla",1,1,1 ], "any of various serranid food fishes, esp| Epinephelus analogus, occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabrilla",1,1,1 ], "warm seas around Florida and the West Indies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabriole",1,1,1 ], "a type of furniture leg, popular in the first half of the 18th century, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabriole",1,1,1 ], "which an upper convex curve descends tapering to a concave curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cabriole",1,1,2 ], "a leap in the air with one leg outstretched and the other beating against it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabriolet",1,1,1 ], "a small two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with two seats and a folding hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cabriolet",1,1,2 ], "a former name for a drophead coupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacao",1,1,1 ], "Sterculiaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cacao",1,1,1 ], "a small tropical American evergreen tree, Theobroma cacao, having yellowish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacao",1,1,1 ], "flowers and reddish-brown seed pods from which cocoa and chocolate are prepared: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cacao",1,1,2 ], "cacao bean| another name for cocoa bean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacao",1,1,3 ], "cacao butter| another name for cocoa butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacciatore",1,1,1 ], "prepared with tomatoes, mushrooms, herbs, and other seasonings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachalot",1,1,1 ], "another name for sperm whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cache",1,1,1 ], "a hidden store of provisions, weapons, treasure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cache",1,1,2 ], "the place where such a store is hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cache",1,2,1 ], "to store in a cache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachepot",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental container for a flowerpot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachet",1,1,1 ], "an official seal on a document, letter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachet",1,1,2 ], "a distinguishing mark; stamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachet",1,1,3 ], "prestige; distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachet",1,1,3,1 ], "a mark stamped by hand on mail for commemorative purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachet",1,1,3,2 ], "a small mark made by dealers and experts on the back of postage stamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachet",1,1,4 ], "a hollow wafer, formerly used for enclosing an unpleasant-tasting medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachexia",1,1,1 ], "a generally weakened condition of body or mind resulting from any debilitating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachexia",1,1,1 ], "chronic disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cachinnate",1,1,1 ], "to laugh loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachou",1,1,1 ], "a lozenge eaten to sweeten the breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachou",1,1,2 ], "another name for catechu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachucha",1,1,1 ], "a graceful Spanish solo dance in triple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cachucha",1,1,2 ], "music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacique",1,1,1 ], "an American Indian chief in a Spanish-speaking region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacique",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in Spanish America) a local political boss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacique",1,1,3 ], "any of various tropical American songbirds of the genus Cacicus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacique",1,1,3 ], "genera: family Icteridae (American orioles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caciquism",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Spanish America) government by local political bosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cack-handed",1,1,1 ], "left-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cack-handed",1,1,2 ], "clumsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cackle",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a hen that has just laid an egg) to squawk with shrill broken notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cackle",1,2,1 ], "to laugh or chatter raucously and noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cackle",1,3,1 ], "to utter in a cackling manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cackle",1,4,1 ], "the noise or act of cackling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cackle",1,4,2 ], "noisy chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cackle",1,4,3 ], "cut the cackle| Informal| to stop chattering or giggling; be quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caco-",1,1,1 ], "bad, unpleasant, or incorrect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacodemon",1,1,1 ], "an evil spirit or devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacodyl",1,1,1 ], "another name for tetramethyldiarsine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacoepy",1,1,1 ], "bad or mistaken pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacoethes",1,1,1 ], "an uncontrollable urge or desire, esp| for something harmful; mania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacogenics",1,1,1 ], "another name for dysgenics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacography",1,1,1 ], "bad handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacography",1,1,2 ], "incorrect spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacology",1,1,1 ], "a bad choice of words; faulty speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacomistle",1,1,1 ], "(carnivores)| It has yellowish-grey fur and a long bushy tail banded in black and white" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cacomistle",1,1,1 ], "a catlike omnivorous mammal, Bassariscus astutus, of S North America, related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacomistle",1,1,1 ], "to but smaller than the raccoons: family Procyonidae, order Carnivora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cacomistle",1,1,2 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cacomistle",1,1,2 ], "a related smaller animal, Jentinkia (or Bassariscus)sumichrasti, of Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacophonous",1,1,1 ], "jarring in sound; discordant; harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacophony",1,1,1 ], "harsh discordant sound; dissonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacophony",1,1,2 ], "the use of unharmonious or dissonant speech sounds in language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cactus",1,1,1 ], "America| Cactuses have swollen tough stems, leaves reduced to spines or scales, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cactus",1,1,1 ], "any spiny succulent plant of the family Cactaceae of the arid regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cactus",1,1,1 ], "large brightly coloured flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cactus",1,1,2 ], "cactus dahlia| a double-flowered variety of dahlia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacuminal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cacuminal",1,1,1 ], "turned back towards the hard palate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cacuminal",1,2,1 ], "a consonant articulated in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cad",1,1,1 ], "informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cad",1,1,2 ], "a man who does not behave in a gentlemanly manner towards others|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadaster",1,1,1 ], "an official register showing details of ownership, boundaries, and value of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadaster",1,1,1 ], "real property in a district, made for taxation purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadaver",1,1,1 ], "a corpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadaverine",1,1,1 ], "a toxic diamine with an unpleasant smell, produced by protein hydrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadaverine",1,1,1 ], "during putrefaction of animal tissue| Formula: NH2(CH\2)5NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadaverous",1,1,1 ], "of or like a corpse, esp| in being deathly pale; ghastly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadaverous",1,1,2 ], "thin and haggard; gaunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caddie car",1,1,1 ], "a small light two-wheeled trolley for carrying clubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caddie" ,1, 1, 1],"an attendant who carries clubs, etc|, for a player",1). c_DEF([ "caddie" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to act as a caddie",1). c_DEF([ "caddis fly",1,1,1 ], "any small mothlike insect of the order Trichoptera, having two pairs of hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caddis fly",1,1,1 ], "wings and aquatic larvae (caddis worms)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caddis worm",1,1,1 ], "itself made of silk, sand, stones, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caddis worm",1,1,1 ], "the aquatic larva of a caddis fly, which constructs a protective case around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caddis",1,1,1 ], "a type of coarse woollen yarn, braid, or fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caddy",1,1,1 ], "a small container, esp| for tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cade",1,1,1 ], "a juniper tree, Juniperus oxycedrus of the Mediterranean region, the wood of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cade",1,1,1 ], "which yields an oily brown liquid (oil of cade) used to treat skin ailments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cade",2,1,1 ], "(of a young animal) left by its mother and reared by humans, usually as a pet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadelle",1,1,1 ], "a widely distributed beetle, Tenebroides mauritanicus, that feeds on flour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadelle",1,1,1 ], "grain, and other stored foods: family Trogositidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadence",1,1,1 ], "the beat or measure of something rhythmic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadence",1,1,2 ], "a fall in the pitch of the voice, as at the end of a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadence",1,1,3 ], "modulation of the voice; intonation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadence",1,1,4 ], "a rhythm or rhythmical construction in verse or prose; measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadence",1,1,5 ], "the close of a musical phrase or section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadency",1,1,1 ], "the line of descent from a younger member of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadency",1,1,2 ], "another word for cadence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadent",1,1,1 ], "having cadence; rhythmic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadent",1,1,2 ], "falling; descending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadenza",1,1,1 ], "a virtuoso solo passage occurring near the end of a piece of music, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadenza",1,1,1 ], "improvised by the soloist but now usually specially composed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadet",1,1,1 ], "a young person undergoing preliminary training, usually before full entry to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadet",1,1,1 ], "the uniformed services, police, etc|, esp| for officer status" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadet",1,1,2 ], "(in England and in France before 1789) a gentleman, usually a younger son, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadet",1,1,2 ], "entered the army to prepare for a commission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadet",1,1,3 ], "a younger son or brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadet",1,1,4 ], "cadet branch| the family or family branch of a younger son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadet",1,1,5 ], "(in New Zealand) a person learning sheep farming on a sheep station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadge",1,1,1 ], "to get (food, money, etc|) by sponging or begging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadge",1,2,1 ], "a person who cadges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadge",1,2,2 ], "on the cadge| Brit| informal| engaged in cadging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadi",1,1,1 ], "a judge in a Muslim community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium cell",1,1,1 ], "a photocell with a cadmium electrode that is especially sensitive to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium cell",1,1,1 ], "ultraviolet radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium cell",1,1,2 ], "a former name for Weston standard cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium sulphide",1,1,1 ], "an orange or yellow insoluble solid used as a pigment in paints, etc| (cadmium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium sulphide",1,1,1 ], "yellow)|Formula: CdS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium",1,1,1 ], "a malleable ductile toxic bluish-white metallic element that occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium",1,1,1 ], "association with zinc ores| It is used in electroplating, alloys, and as a neutron absorber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium",1,1,1 ], "in the control of nuclear fission| Symbol: Cd; atomic no|: 48; atomic wt|: 112|4;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cadmium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2; relative density: 8|65; melting pt|: 320|9 degrees C; boiling pt|: 765" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cadre",1,1,1 ], "the nucleus of trained professional servicemen forming the basis for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadre",1,1,1 ], "training of new units or other military expansion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cadre",1,1,2 ], "a basic unit or structure, esp| of personnel; nucleus; core" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cadre",1,1,3 ], "a member of a cadre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caduceus",1,1,1 ], "a staff entwined with two serpents and bearing a pair of wings at the top," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caduceus",1,1,1 ], "carried by Hermes (Mercury) as messenger of the gods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caduceus",1,1,2 ], "an insignia resembling this staff used as an emblem of the medical profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caducity",1,1,1 ], "perishableness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caducity",1,1,2 ], "senility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caducous",1,1,1 ], "(of parts of a plant or animal) shed during the life of the organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caecilian",1,1,1 ], "Gymnophiona), resembling earthworms and inhabiting moist soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caecilian",1,1,1 ], "any tropical limbless cylindrical amphibian of the order Apoda (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caecum",1,1,1 ], "any structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caenogenesis" ,1, 1, 1],"cainogenesis, kainogenesis or U|S| cenogenesis, kenogenesisn",1). c_DEF([ "caenogenesis" ,1, 1, 2],"adaptations to its way of life and are not retained in the adult form",2). c_DEF([ "caenogenesis" ,1, 1, 2],"the development of structures and organs in an embryo or larva that are",1). c_DEF([ "caeoma",1,1,1 ], "an aecium in some rust fungi that has no surrounding membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caesalpiniaceous",1,1,1 ], "cassia, and poinciana" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "caesalpiniaceous",1,1,1 ], "of leguminous plants that have irregular flowers: includes carob, senna, brazil," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caesalpiniaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Caesalpiniaceae, a mainly tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caesium clock",1,1,1 ], "a type of atomic clock that uses the frequency of radiation absorbed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caesium clock",1,1,1 ], "changing the spin of electrons in caesium atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caesium",1,1,1 ], "Cs; atomic no|: 55; atomic wt|: 132|905; valency: 1; relative density: 1|87;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "caesium",1,1,1 ], "a ductile silvery-white element of the alkali metal group that is the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caesium",1,1,1 ], "electropositive metal| It occurs in pollucite and lepidolite and is used in photocells| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caesium",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 28|5 degrees C; boiling pt|: 690 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "caesium",1,1,1 ], "radioisotope caesium-137, with a half-life of 30|2 years, is used in radiotherapy| Symbol:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "caespitose",1,1,1 ], "growing in dense tufts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caesura",1,1,1 ], "(in modern prosody) a pause, esp| for sense, usually near the middle of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caesura",1,1,1 ], "verse line| Usual symbol: (in classical prosody)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caesura",1,1,2 ], "a break between words within a metrical foot, usually in the third or fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caesura",1,1,2 ], "foot of the line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caf",1,1,1 ], "a small or inexpensive restaurant or coffee bar, serving light meals and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caf",1,1,1 ], "black coffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caf",1,1,1 ], "coffee with milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caf",1,1,1 ], "refreshments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caf",1,1,2 ], "a light brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cafard",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of severe depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cafeteria",1,1,1 ], "a self-service restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caff",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for cafe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caffeine",1,1,1 ], "C8H10N4O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "caffeine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline bitter alkaloid responsible for the stimulant action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caffeine",1,1,1 ], "tea, coffee, and cocoa: a constituent of many tonics and analgesics| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caftan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kaftan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cag-handed",1,1,1 ], "a variant of cack-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,1,1 ], "an enclosure, usually made with bars or wire, for keeping birds, monkeys," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,1,1 ], "mice, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,2 ], "a thing or place that confines or imprisons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a cage in function or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,4 ], "the enclosed platform of a lift, esp| as used in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,5 ], "the basket used in basketball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,6 ], "the goal in ice hockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,1,7 ], "a steel framework on which guns are supported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cage",1,2,1 ], "to confine in or as in a cage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cageling",1,1,1 ], "a bird kept in a cage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cagey",1,1,1 ], "ier, iest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cagey",1,1,2 ], "not open or frank; cautious; wary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cagmag",1,1,1 ], "done shoddily; left incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cagmag",1,2,1 ], "to chat idly; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cagoule",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight usually knee-length type of anorak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cahier",1,1,1 ], "a notebook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cahier",1,1,2 ], "a written or printed report, esp| of the proceedings of a meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cahoots",1,1,1 ], "partnership; league (esp| in the phrases go in cahoots with, go cahoot)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cahoots",1,1,2 ], "in cahoots| in collusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caiman",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cayman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cain",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland and Ireland) payment in kind, usually farm produce paid as rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cainogenesis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caenogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caique",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow light rowing skiff used on the Bosporus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caique",1,1,2 ], "a sailing vessel of the E Mediterranean with a sprit mainsail, square topsail," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caique",1,1,2 ], "and two or more jibs or other sails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caird",1,1,1 ], "a travelling tinker; vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cairn",1,1,1 ], "a mound of stones erected as a memorial or marker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cairn",1,1,2 ], "a small rough-haired breed of terrier originally from Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cairngorm",1,1,1 ], "a smoky yellow, grey, or brown variety of quartz, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson disease",1,1,1 ], "another name for decompression sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,1 ], "a watertight chamber open at the bottom and containing air under pressure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,1 ], "used to carry out construction work under water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,2 ], "a watertight float filled with air, used to raise sunken ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,3 ], "a watertight structure placed across the entrance of a basin, dry dock, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,3 ], "to exclude water from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,3,1 ], "a box containing explosives formerly used as a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,3,2 ], "an ammunition chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,3,3 ], "a two-wheeled vehicle carrying an ammunition chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caisson",1,1,4 ], "another name for coffer ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caitiff",1,1,1 ], "a cowardly or base person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caitiff",1,2,1 ], "cowardly; base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cajeput",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cajuput" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cajole",1,1,1 ], "to persuade (someone) by flattery or pleasing talk to do what one wants;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cajole",1,1,1 ], "wheedle; coax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cajuput",1,1,1 ], "a small Australian myrtaceous tree or shrub, Melaleuca leucadendron, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cajuput",1,1,1 ], "whitish flowers and leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cajuput",1,1,2 ], "a green aromatic oil derived from this tree, used to treat skin diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cajuput",1,1,3 ], "a lauraceous tree, Umbellularia californica, whose aromatic leaves are used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cajuput",1,1,3 ], "medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,1 ], "a baked food, usually in loaf or layer form, typically made from a mixture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,1 ], "flour, sugar, and eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,2 ], "a flat thin mass of bread, esp| unleavened bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,3 ], "a shaped mass of dough or other food of similar consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,4 ], "a mass, slab, or crust of a solidified or compressed substance, as of soap or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,4 ], "ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,5 ], "alternatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,5 ], "have one's cake and eat it| to enjoy both of two desirable but incompatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,6 ], "go or sell like hot cakes| Informal| to be sold very quickly or in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,6 ], "quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,7 ], "piece of cake| Informal| something that is easily achieved or obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,8 ], "take the cake| Informal| to surpass all others, esp| in stupidity, folly, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,1,9 ], "the whole or total of something that is to be shared or divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,2,1 ], "to cover with a hard layer; encrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cake",1,2,2 ], "to form or be formed into a hardened mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cakewalk",1,1,1 ], "American Negroes with the prize of a cake for the best performers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cakewalk",1,1,1 ], "a dance based on a march with intricate steps, originally performed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cakewalk",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cakewalk",1,2,1 ], "to perform the cakewalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of calash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American evergreen tree, Crescentia cujete, that produces large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,1 ], "round gourds: family Bignoniaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,2 ], "another name for the bottle gourd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,3 ], "the gourd of either of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,4 ], "bottle, rattle, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,4 ], "the dried hollow shell of a gourd used as the bowl of a tobacco pipe, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,5 ], "aromatic seeds can be used as nutmegs: family Annonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calabash",1,1,5 ], "calabash nutmeg| a tropical African shrub, Monodora myristica, whose oily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calaboose",1,1,1 ], "a prison; jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caladium",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical plants of the aroid genus Caladium, which are widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caladium",1,1,1 ], "cultivated as potted plants for their colourful variegated foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calalu",1,1,1 ], "the edible leaves of various plants, used as greens or in making thick soups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamanco",1,1,1 ], "a glossy woollen fabric woven with a checked design that shows on one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamanco",1,1,1 ], "only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calamander",1,1,1 ], "esp| D| quaesita of India and Ceylon, used in making furniture: family Ebenaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calamander",1,1,1 ], "the hard black-and-brown striped wood of several trees of the genus Diospyros," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamine",1,1,1 ], "a pink powder consisting of zinc oxide and ferric oxide, used medicinally in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamine",1,1,1 ], "the form of soothing lotions or ointments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calamine",1,1,2 ], "the former Brit| name for smithsonite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamine",1,1,3 ], "the former U|S| name for hemimorphite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamint",1,1,1 ], "any aromatic Eurasian plant of the genus Satureja (or Calamintha), having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamint",1,1,1 ], "clusters of purple or pink flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calamite",1,1,1 ], "Carboniferous times, related to the horsetails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calamite",1,1,1 ], "any extinct treelike pteridophyte plant of the genus Calamites, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamitous",1,1,1 ], "causing, involving, or resulting in a calamity; disastrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamity",1,1,1 ], "a disaster or misfortune, esp| one causing extreme havoc, distress, or misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamity",1,1,2 ], "a state or feeling of deep distress or misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamondin",1,1,1 ], "a small citrus tree, Citrus mitis, of the Philippines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamondin",1,1,2 ], "the acid-tasting fruit of this tree, resembling a small orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamus",1,1,1 ], "any tropical Asian palm of the genus Calamus, some species of which are a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamus",1,1,1 ], "source of rattan and canes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calamus",1,1,2 ], "another name for sweet flag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamus",1,1,3 ], "the aromatic root of the sweet flag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calamus",1,1,4 ], "the basal hollow shaft of a feather; quill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calandria",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical vessel through which vertical tubes pass, esp| one forming part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calandria",1,1,1 ], "of an evaporator, heat exchanger, or nuclear reactor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calash",1,1,1 ], "a horse-drawn carriage with low wheels and a folding top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calash",1,1,2 ], "the folding top of such a carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calash",1,1,3 ], "a woman's folding hooped hood worn in the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calathus",1,1,1 ], "a vase-shaped basket represented in ancient Greek art, used as a symbol of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calathus",1,1,1 ], "fruitfulness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calaverite",1,1,1 ], "America| Formula: AuTe2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "calaverite",1,1,1 ], "a metallic pale yellow mineral consisting of a telluride of gold in the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calaverite",1,1,1 ], "of elongated striated crystals| It is a source of gold in Australia and North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calc-",1,1,1 ], "variant of calci- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calc-tufa",1,1,1 ], "another name for tufa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcaneus",1,1,1 ], "bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcaneus",1,1,1 ], "the largest tarsal bone, forming the heel in man| Nontechnical name: heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcaneus",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bone in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcar",1,1,1 ], "a spur or spurlike process, as on the leg of a bird or the corolla of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcar",1,1,1 ], "flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcareous",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or resembling calcium carbonate; chalky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcariferous",1,1,1 ], "having a spur or spurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calceiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a shoe or slipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calceolaria",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American scrophulariaceous plant of the genus Calceolaria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calceolaria",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its speckled slipper-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calces",1,1,1 ], "a plural of calx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calci-",1,1,1 ], "indicating lime or calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcic",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or concerned with lime or calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcicole",1,1,1 ], "any plant that thrives in lime-rich soils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calciferol",1,1,1 ], "a fat-soluble steroid, found esp| in fish-liver oils, produced by the action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calciferol",1,1,1 ], "from the intestine and is used in the treatment of rickets| Formula: C28H43OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "calciferol",1,1,1 ], "of ultraviolet radiation on ergosterol| It increases the absorption of calcium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calciferous",1,1,1 ], "forming or producing salts of calcium, esp| calcium carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcific",1,1,1 ], "forming or causing to form lime or chalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcification",1,1,1 ], "the process of calcifying or becoming calcified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcification",1,1,2 ], "a tissue hardened by deposition of lime salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcification",1,1,3 ], "any calcified object or formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcifuge",1,1,1 ], "any plant that thrives in acid soils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcify",1,1,1 ], "to convert or be converted into lime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcify",1,1,2 ], "to harden or become hardened by impregnation with calcium salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcimine",1,1,1 ], "a white or pale tinted wash for walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcimine",1,2,1 ], "to cover with calcimine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcine",1,1,1 ], "to heat (a substance) so that it is oxidized, reduced, or loses water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcine",1,2,1 ], "to oxidize as a result of heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcite",1,1,1 ], "a common colourless or white mineral consisting of calcium carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcite",1,1,1 ], "rhombohedral crystalline form: the transparent variety is Iceland spar| Formula: CaCO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcitonin",1,1,1 ], "a hormone secreted by the thyroid that inhibits the release of calcium from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcitonin",1,1,1 ], "the skeleton and prevents a build-up of calcium in the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium carbide",1,1,1 ], "a grey salt of calcium used in the production of acetylene (by its reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium carbide",1,1,1 ], "with water) and calcium cyanamide| Formula: CaC2| Sometimes shortened to carbide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline salt occurring in limestone, chalk, marble, calcite," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "coral, and pearl: used in the production of lime and cement| Formula: CaCO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium chloride",1,1,1 ], "a white deliquescent salt occurring naturally in seawater and used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium chloride",1,1,1 ], "de-icing of roads and as a drying agent| Formula: CaCl2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium cyanamide",1,1,1 ], "It is important in the fixation of nitrogen and can be hydrolysed to ammonia or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium cyanamide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline compound formed by heating calcium carbide with nitrogen|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium cyanamide",1,1,1 ], "used as a fertilizer| Formula: CaCN2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "calcium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline slightly soluble alkali with many uses, esp| in cement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "water softening, and the neutralization of acid soils| Formula: Ca(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium light",1,1,1 ], "another name for limelight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline base used in the production of calcium hydroxide and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium oxide",1,1,1 ], "bleaching powder and in the manufacture of glass, paper, and steel| Formula: CaO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium phosphate",1,1,1 ], "and is the main constituent of bone ash| Formula: Ca3(PO\4)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium phosphate",1,1,1 ], "the insoluble nonacid calcium salt of orthophosphoric acid: occurs in bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium phosphate",1,1,2 ], "any calcium salt of a phosphoric acid| Calcium phosphates are found in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium phosphate",1,1,2 ], "rocks and used esp| in fertilizers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium",1,1,1 ], "a malleable silvery-white metallic element of the alkaline earth group; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "calcium",1,1,1 ], "fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust (3|6 per cent), occurring esp| as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calcium",1,1,1 ], "forms of calcium carbonate| It is an essential constituent of bones and teeth and is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "calcium",1,1,1 ], "used as a deoxidizer in steel| Symbol: Ca; atomic no|: 20; atomic wt|: 40|08;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "calcium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2; relative density: 1|55; melting pt|: 842-8 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1487" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "calcsinter",1,1,1 ], "another name for travertine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calcspar",1,1,1 ], "another name for calcite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculable",1,1,1 ], "that may be computed or estimated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculable",1,1,2 ], "predictable; dependable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculate",1,1,1 ], "to solve (one or more problems) by a mathematical procedure; compute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculate",1,2,1 ], "to determine beforehand by judgment, reasoning, etc|; estimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculate",1,3,1 ], "to design specifically; aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculate",1,4,1 ], "to depend; rely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculate",1,5,1,1 ], "to suppose; think" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculate",1,5,1,2 ], "to intend (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculated",1,1,1 ], "undertaken after considering the likelihood of success or failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculated",1,1,2 ], "deliberately planned; premeditated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculating machine",1,1,1 ], "an electronic or mechanical device for performing arithmetical operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculating",1,1,1 ], "selfishly scheming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculating",1,1,2 ], "shrewd; cautious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculation",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or result of calculating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculation",1,1,2 ], "an estimation of probability; forecast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculation",1,1,3 ], "careful planning or forethought, esp| for selfish motives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculator",1,1,1 ], "another name for calculating machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculator",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that calculates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculator",1,1,3 ], "a set of tables used as an aid to calculations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculous",1,1,1 ], "of or suffering from a calculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculus of variations",1,1,1 ], "a branch of calculus concerned with maxima and minima of definite integrals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculus",1,1,1 ], "a branch of mathematics, developed independently by Newton and Leibnitz| Both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculus",1,1,1 ], "an infinitesimal change in the independent variable as it tends to zero" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "calculus",1,1,1 ], "differential calculus and integral calculus are concerned with the effect on a function of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calculus",1,1,2 ], "a stonelike concretion of minerals and salts found in ducts or hollow organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calculus",1,1,2 ], "of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calculus",1,1,3 ], "any mathematical system of calculation involving the use of symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caldarium",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a room for taking hot baths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caldera",1,1,1 ], "any enlarged volcanic crater formed by the explosion or collapse of the cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caldron",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cauldron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calefacient",1,1,1 ], "causing warmth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calefacient",1,2,1 ], "an agent that warms, such as a mustard plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calefactory" ,1, 1, 1],"giving warmth",1). c_DEF([ "calefactory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "calefactory" ,1, 2, 2],"a heated room in a monastery",1). c_DEF([ "calendar",1,1,1 ], "a system for determining the beginning, length, and order of years and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calendar",1,1,1 ], "divisions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calendar",1,1,2 ], "a table showing any such arrangement, esp| as applied to one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calendar",1,1,2 ], "successive years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calendar",1,1,3 ], "a list, register, or schedule of social events, pending court cases," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calendar",1,1,3 ], "appointments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calendar",1,2,1 ], "to enter in a calendar; schedule; register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calender",1,1,1 ], "a machine in which paper or cloth is glazed or smoothed by passing between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calender",1,1,1 ], "rollers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calender",1,2,1 ], "to subject (material) to such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calender",2,1,1 ], "a member of a mendicant order of dervishes in Turkey, Iran, and India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calends",1,1,1 ], "the first day of each month in the ancient Roman calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calendula",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian plant of the genus Calendula, esp| the pot marigold, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calendula",1,1,1 ], "orange-and-yellow rayed flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calendula",1,1,2 ], "seasoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calendula",1,1,2 ], "the dried flowers of the pot marigold, formerly used medicinally and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calenture",1,1,1 ], "a mild fever of tropical climates, similar in its symptoms to sunstroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf love",1,1,1 ], "sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calf love",1,1,1 ], "temporary infatuation or love of an adolescent for a member of the opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf",1,1,1 ], "the young of cattle, esp| domestic cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf",1,1,2 ], "and whale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calf",1,1,2 ], "the young of certain other mammals, such as the buffalo, elephant, giraffe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf",1,1,3 ], "a large piece of ice detached from an iceberg, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf",1,1,4 ], "kill the fatted calf| to celebrate lavishly, esp| as a welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf",1,1,5 ], "another name for calfskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf",2,1,1 ], "the thick fleshy part of the back of the leg between the ankle and the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf's-foot jelly",1,1,1 ], "a jelly made from the stock of boiled calves' feet and flavourings, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calf's-foot jelly",1,1,1 ], "often served to invalids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calfskin",1,1,1 ], "the skin or hide of a calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calfskin",1,1,1,1 ], "fine leather made from this skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calfskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibrate",1,1,1 ], "to measure the calibre of (a gun, mortar, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibrate",1,1,2 ], "appropriate units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calibrate",1,1,2 ], "to mark (the scale of a measuring instrument) so that readings can be made in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibrate",1,1,3 ], "to determine the accuracy of (a measuring instrument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibrate",1,2,1 ], "to determine or check the range of (a piece of artillery)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibre",1,1,1 ], "the bore of a firearm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calibre",1,1,1 ], "the diameter of a cylindrical body, esp| the internal diameter of a tube or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibre",1,1,2 ], "the diameter of a shell or bullet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibre",1,1,3 ], "ability; distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calibre",1,1,4 ], "personal character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calices",1,1,1 ], "the plural of calix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caliche",1,1,1 ], "a bed of sand or clay in arid regions that contains Chile saltpetre, sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caliche",1,1,1 ], "chloride, and other soluble minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caliche",1,1,2 ], "a surface layer of soil encrusted with calcium carbonate, occurring in arid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caliche",1,1,2 ], "regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calicle",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of calycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calico bush",1,1,1 ], "another name for mountain laurel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calico",1,1,1 ], "a white or unbleached cotton fabric with no printed design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calico",1,1,2 ], "a coarse printed cotton fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calico",1,1,3 ], "made of calico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calif",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caliph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "califate",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caliphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "californium",1,1,1 ], "a metallic transuranic element artificially produced from curium| Symbol: Cf;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "californium",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 98; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'5'1Cf: 800 years (approx|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caliginous",1,1,1 ], "dark; dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calipash",1,1,1 ], "shell, considered a delicacy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calipash",1,1,1 ], "the greenish glutinous edible part of the turtle found next to the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calipee",1,1,1 ], "considered a delicacy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calipee",1,1,1 ], "the yellow glutinous edible part of the turtle found next to the lower shell," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caliper",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of calliper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caliph",1,1,1 ], "assumed by the Sultans of Turkey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caliph",1,1,1 ], "the title of the successors of Mohammed as rulers of the Islamic world, later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caliphate",1,1,1 ], "the office, jurisdiction, or reign of a caliph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calisaya",1,1,1 ], "esp| C| calisaya, from which quinine is extracted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calisaya",1,1,1 ], "the bark of any of several tropical trees of the rubiaceous genus Cinchona," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calisthenics",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of callisthenics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calix",1,1,1 ], "a cup chalice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calk",2,1,1 ], "a metal projection on a horse's shoe to prevent slipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calk",2,1,2 ], "a spiked plate attached to the sole of a shoe to prevent slipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calk",2,2,1 ], "to provide with calks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calk",2,2,2 ], "to wound with a calk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calk",3,1,1 ], "to transfer (a design) by tracing it with a blunt point from one sheet backed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calk",3,1,1 ], "with loosely fixed colouring matter onto another placed underneath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call box",1,1,1 ], "a soundproof enclosure for a public telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call down",1,1,1 ], "to request or invoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call forth",1,1,1 ], "to cause (something) to come into action or existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call girl",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute with whom appointments are made by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call in",1,1,1 ], "to pay a visit, esp| a brief or informal one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call in",1,2,1 ], "to demand payment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call in",1,3,1 ], "to take (something) out of circulation, because it is defective or no longer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call in",1,3,1 ], "useful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call letters",1,1,1 ], "and Canadian| another name for call sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call loan",1,1,1 ], "a loan that is repayable on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call money",1,1,1 ], "money loaned by banks and recallable on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call number",1,1,1 ], "the number given to a book in a library, indicating its shelf location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call off",1,1,1 ], "to cancel or abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call off",1,1,2 ], "to order (an animal or person) to desist or summon away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call off",1,1,3 ], "to stop (something) or give the order to stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call out",1,1,1 ], "to utter aloud, esp| loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call out",1,2,1 ], "to summon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call out",1,3,1 ], "to order (workers) to strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call rate",1,1,1 ], "the interest rate on call loans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call sign",1,1,1 ], "a group of letters and numbers identifying a radio transmitting station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call slip",1,1,1 ], "a form for requesting a library book by title and call number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call up" ,1, 1, 1],"to summon to report for active military service, as in time of war",1). c_DEF([ "call up" ,1, 2, 1],"to recall (something); evoke",1). c_DEF([ "call up" ,1, 3, 1],"to bring or summon (people, etc|) into action",1). c_DEF([ "call up" ,1, 4, 1],"call-up",1). c_DEF([ "call up" ,1, 4, 2, 1],"a general order to report for military service",1). c_DEF([ "call up" ,1, 4, 2, 2],"the number of men so summoned",1). c_DEF([ "call up" ,1, 4, 2],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "call",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to speak or utter (words, sounds, etc|) loudly so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,1,1 ], "attract attention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,10,1 ], "to attract (attention)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,11,1 ], "to read (a list, register, etc|) aloud to check for omissions or absentees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,11,2 ], "(when tr|, usually foll| by for) to give an order (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,12,1 ], "to try to predict the result of tossing a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,13,1 ], "to awaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,14,1 ], "to cause to assemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,15,1 ], "(of an umpire, referee, etc|) to pass judgment upon (a shot, player, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,15,1 ], "with a call" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,15,2 ], "to broadcast a commentary on a race, esp| a horse race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,16,1 ], "to demand repayment of (a loan, redeemable bond, security, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,17,1 ], "to demand payment of (a portion of a share issue not yet paid by subscribers)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,17,2 ], "phrase call to the bar)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,17,2 ], "to award (a student at an Inn of Court) the degree of barrister (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,18,1 ], "to demand that (a player) expose his hand, after equalling his bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,19,1 ], "to make a bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,2,1 ], "to ask or order to come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,20,1 ], "to expose (a person's misleading statements, boasts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,20,2 ], "(in square dancing) to call out (instructions) to the dancers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,20,3 ], "name his shot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,20,3 ], "to ask (a player) to say what kind of shot he will play or (of a player) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,21,1,1 ], "to require" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,21,1,2 ], "to come or go (for) in order to fetch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,22,1 ], "to make an appeal or request (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,22,2 ], "call into being| to create" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,22,3 ], "call into play| to begin to operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,22,4 ], "call into question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,22,5 ], "call it a day| to bring an activity to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,22,6 ], "call to mind| to cause to be remembered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,1 ], "a cry or shout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,10 ], "the summons to the bar of a student member of an Inn of Court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,11 ], "need, demand, or occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,12 ], "demand or claim (esp| in the phrase the call of duty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,13 ], "a notice to actors informing them of times of rehearsals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,14 ], "(in square dancing) an instruction to execute new figures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,15 ], "a conversation or a request for a connection by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,15,1 ], "a demand for redeemable bonds or shares to be presented for repayment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,15,1 ], "a demand for repayment of a loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,15,2 ], "a demand for an instalment payment on the issue price of bonds or shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,15,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,16 ], "a demand to an opponent to say what kind of shot he will play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,17 ], "a demand for a hand or hands to be exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,18 ], "a bid, or a player's turn to bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,19 ], "a decision of an umpire or referee regarding a shot, pitch, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,2 ], "the characteristic cry of a bird or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,20 ], "a broadcast commentary on a race, esp| a horse race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,21 ], "an option to buy a stated amount of securities at a specified price during a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,21 ], "specified period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,22 ], "call for margin| Stock Exchange| a demand made by a stockbroker for partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,22 ], "payment of a client's debt due to decreasing value of the collateral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,23 ], "call of nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,24 ], "on call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,24,1 ], "(of a loan, etc|) repayable on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,24,2 ], "(of a doctor, etc|) available when summoned; on duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,25 ], "within call| within range; accessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,3 ], "a device, such as a whistle, intended to imitate the cry of a bird or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,4 ], "a summons or invitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,5 ], "a summons or signal sounded on a horn, bugle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,6 ], "any of several notes or patterns of notes, blown on a hunting horn as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,6 ], "signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,6,1 ], "an imitation of the characteristic cry of a wild animal or bird to lure it to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,6,1 ], "the hunter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,6,2 ], "an instrument for producing such an imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,7 ], "a short visit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,8 ], "an inner urge to some task or profession; vocation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,23,9 ], "allure or fascination, esp| of a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,3,1 ], "to make a visit (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to telephone (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,4,1 ], "to summon to a specific office, profession, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,4,2 ], "(of animals or birds) to utter (a characteristic sound or cry)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,5,1 ], "to summon (a bird or animal) by imitating its cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,6,1 ], "to name or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,7,1 ], "to designate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,8,1 ], "to speak ill of or scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "call",1,9,1 ], "to regard in a specific way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calla",1,1,1 ], "aethiopica, which has a white funnel-shaped spathe enclosing a yellow spadix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calla",1,1,1 ], "any southern African plant of the aroid genus Zantedeschia, esp| Z|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calla",1,1,2 ], "an aroid plant, Calla palustris, that grows in wet places and has a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calla",1,1,2 ], "spathe enclosing a greenish spadix, and red berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "callable",1,1,1 ], "(of a security) subject to redemption before maturity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callable",1,1,2 ], "(of money loaned) repayable on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callais",1,1,1 ], "Bronze Age of W Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "callais",1,1,1 ], "a green stone found as beads and ornaments in the late Neolithic and early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callant",1,1,1 ], "a youth; lad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callboy",1,1,1 ], "a person who notifies actors when it is time to go on stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caller",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that calls, esp| a person who makes a brief visit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caller",2,1,1 ], "(of food, esp| fish) fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caller",2,1,2 ], "cool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calli-",1,1,1 ], "beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calligraphy" ,1, 1, 1],"handwriting, esp| beautiful handwriting considered as an art",1). c_DEF([ "calligraphy" ,1, 2, 1],"calligraphic",1). c_DEF([ "calligraphy" ,1, 2, 2],"m?-calligraphically",1). c_DEF([ "calling card",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for visiting card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calling",1,1,1 ], "a strong inner urge to follow an occupation, etc|; vocation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calling",1,1,2 ], "an occupation, profession, or trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calliope",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for steam organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calliopsis",1,1,1 ], "another name for coreopsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callipash",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of calipash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calliper rule",1,1,1 ], "a measuring instrument having two parallel jaws, one fixed at right angles to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calliper rule",1,1,1 ], "the end of a calibrated scale and the other sliding along it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calliper",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring internal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calliper",1,1,1 ], "external dimensions, consisting of two steel legs hinged together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calliper",1,1,2 ], "a splint consisting of two metal rods with straps attached, for supporting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calliper",1,1,2 ], "exerting tension on the leg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calliper",1,2,1 ], "to measure the dimensions of (an object) with callipers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callipygian",1,1,1 ], "having beautifully shaped buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callisthenics",1,1,1 ], "light exercises designed to promote general fitness, develop muscle tone, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callisthenics",1,1,2 ], "the practice of callisthenic exercises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callosity",1,1,1 ], "hard-heartedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callosity",1,1,2 ], "another name for callus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callous",1,1,1 ], "unfeeling; insensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callous",1,1,2 ], "(of skin) hardened and thickened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callous",1,2,1 ], "to make or become callous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callow",1,1,1 ], "lacking experience of life; immature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callow",1,1,2 ], "(of a young bird) unfledged and usually lacking feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callus",1,1,1 ], "an area of skin that is hard or thick, esp| on the palm of the hand or sole of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callus",1,1,1 ], "the foot, as from continual friction or pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "callus",1,1,2 ], "an area of bony tissue formed during the healing of a fractured bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callus",1,1,3 ], "a mass of hard protective tissue produced in woody plants at the site of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "callus",1,1,3 ], "injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "callus",1,2,1 ], "to produce or cause to produce a callus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,1,1 ], "almost without motion; still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,1,2 ], "of force 0 on the Beaufort scale; without wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,1,3 ], "not disturbed, agitated, or excited; under control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,1,4 ], "tranquil; serene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,2,1 ], "an absence of disturbance or rough motion; stillness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,2,2 ], "absence of wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,2,3 ], "tranquillity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calm",1,3,1 ], "(often foll| by down) to make or become calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calmative",1,1,1 ], "(of a remedy or agent) sedative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calmative",1,2,1 ], "a sedative remedy or drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calomel",1,1,1 ], "a colourless tasteless powder consisting chiefly of mercurous chloride, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calomel",1,1,1 ], "medicinally, esp| as a cathartic| Formula: Hg2Cl2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caloric",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with heat or calories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caloric",1,2,1 ], "a hypothetical elastic fluid formerly postulated as the embodiment of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calorie",1,1,1 ], "1 degrees C under standard conditions| It has now largely been replaced by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "calorie",1,1,1 ], "a unit of heat, equal to 4|1868 joules (International Table calorie): formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calorie",1,1,1 ], "defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calorie",1,1,1 ], "joule for scientific purposes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "calorific value",1,1,1 ], "fuel, usually expressed in joules per kilogram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calorific value",1,1,1 ], "the quantity of heat produced by the complete combustion of a given mass of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calorific",1,1,1 ], "of, concerning, or generating heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calorimeter",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for measuring amounts of heat, esp| to find specific heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calorimeter",1,1,1 ], "capacities, calorific values, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calotte",1,1,1 ], "a skullcap worn by Roman Catholic clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calotte",1,1,2 ], "a concavity in the form of a niche or cup, serving to reduce the apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calotte",1,1,2 ], "height of an alcove or chapel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caloyer",1,1,1 ], "a monk of the Greek Orthodox Church, esp| of the Basilian Order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calpac",1,1,1 ], "a large black brimless hat made of sheepskin or felt, worn by men in parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calpac",1,1,1 ], "the Near East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calque" ,1, 1, 1],"another word for ,loan translation",1). c_DEF([ "calque" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) another word for calk ,3",1). c_DEF([ "caltrop",1,1,1 ], "Kallstroemia that have spiny burs or bracts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caltrop",1,1,1 ], "any tropical or subtropical plant of the zygophyllaceous genera Tribulus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caltrop",1,1,2 ], "water caltrop| another name for water chestnut ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caltrop",1,1,3 ], "another name for the star thistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caltrop",1,1,4 ], "a metal ball with protruding spikes laid upon the ground as a device to lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caltrop",1,1,4 ], "cavalry horses, puncture tyres, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calumet",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for peace pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calumniate",1,1,1 ], "to slander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calumnious",1,1,1 ], "of or using calumny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calumnious",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) given to calumny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calumny",1,1,1 ], "defamation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calumny",1,1,1 ], "the malicious utterance of false charges or misrepresentation; slander;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calumny",1,1,2 ], "such a false charge or misrepresentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calutron",1,1,1 ], "a large mass spectrometer used for the separation of isotopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calvaria",1,1,1 ], "the top part of the skull of vertebrates| Nontechnical name: skullcap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calvary",1,1,1 ], "a representation of Christ's crucifixion, usually sculptured and in the open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calvary",1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calvary",1,1,2 ], "any experience involving great suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calve",1,1,1 ], "to give birth to (a calf)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calve",1,1,2 ], "(of a glacier or iceberg) to release (masses of ice) in breaking up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calvities",1,1,1 ], "baldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calx",1,1,1 ], "the powdery metallic oxide formed when an ore or mineral is roasted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calx",1,1,2 ], "another name for calcium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calyces",1,1,1 ], "plural of calyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calycine",1,1,1 ], "relating to, belonging to, or resembling a calyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calycle",1,1,1 ], "a cup-shaped structure, as in the coral skeleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calycle",1,1,2 ], "another name for epicalyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calypso",1,1,1 ], "Trinidad, usually extemporized to a percussive syncopated accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calypso",1,1,1 ], "a popular type of satirical, usually topical, West Indian ballad, esp| from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calypso",1,1,2 ], "a dance done to the rhythm of this song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calypso",2,1,1 ], "a rare N temperate orchid, Calypso (or Cytherea)bulbosa, whose flower is pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calypso",2,1,1 ], "or white with purple and yellow markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calyptra",1,1,1 ], "a membranous hood covering the spore-bearing capsule of mosses and liverworts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calyptra",1,1,2 ], "any hoodlike structure, such as a root cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calyptrogen",1,1,1 ], "a layer of rapidly dividing cells at the tip of a plant root, from which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calyptrogen",1,1,1 ], "root cap is formed| It occurs in grasses and many other plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calyx",1,1,1 ], "protects the developing flower bud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "calyx",1,1,1 ], "the sepals of a flower collectively, forming the outer floral envelope that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calyx",1,1,2 ], "any cup-shaped cavity or structure, esp| any of the divisions of the human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "calyx",1,1,2 ], "kidney (renal calyx) that form the renal pelvis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cal|",1,1,1 ], "calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cal|",1,1,2 ], "calorie (small)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cam",1,1,1 ], "a rotating cylinder with an irregular profile, attached to a revolving shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cam",1,1,1 ], "to give a reciprocating motion to a part in contact with it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camail",1,1,1 ], "a head, cheek, chin, and neck covering of mail worn with and laced to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camail",1,1,1 ], "basinet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camaraderie",1,1,1 ], "a spirit of familiarity and trust existing between friends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camarilla",1,1,1 ], "a group of confidential advisers, esp| formerly, to the Spanish kings; cabal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camass",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American plants of the liliaceous genus Camassia, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camass",1,1,1 ], "quamash, which has a cluster of blue or white flowers and a sweet edible bulb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camass",1,1,2 ], "death camass| any liliaceous plant of the genus Zygadenus (or Zigadenus), of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camass",1,1,2 ], "the western U|S|, that is poisonous to livestock, esp| sheep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 1],"a slight upward curve to the centre of the surface of a road, ship's deck,",1). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 1],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 2],"another name for ,bank ,2",1). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 3],"an outward inclination of the front wheels of a road vehicle so that they are",1). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 3],"slightly closer together at the bottom than at the top",2). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 4],"Also called: hog",1). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 5],"a small arching curve of a beam or girder provided to lessen deflection and",1). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 5],"improve appearance",2). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 6],"edge",2). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 1, 6],"the curvature of an aerofoil section from the leading edge to the trailing",1). c_DEF([ "camber" ,1, 2, 1],"to form or be formed with a surface that curves upwards to its centre",1). c_DEF([ "cambist",1,1,1 ], "a dealer or expert in foreign exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cambist",1,1,2 ], "a manual of currency exchange rates and similar equivalents of weights and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cambist",1,1,2 ], "measures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cambium",1,1,1 ], "a meristem that increases the girth of stems and roots by producing additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cambium",1,1,1 ], "xylem and phloem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cambogia",1,1,1 ], "another name for gamboge 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camboose",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in Canada) a cabin used by lumbermen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cambrel",1,1,1 ], "a variant of gambrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cambric",1,1,1 ], "a fine white linen or cotton fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "came",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "came",2,1,1 ], "a grooved strip of lead used to join pieces of glass in a stained-glass window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "came",2,1,1 ], "or a leaded light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,1 ], "Arabian camel, Bactrian camel): family Camelidae|They are adapted for surviving long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,1 ], "either of two cud-chewing artiodactyl mammals of the genus Camelus (see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,1 ], "periods without food or water in desert regions, esp| by using humps on the back for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,1 ], "storing fat" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,2 ], "a float attached to a vessel to increase its buoyancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,3 ], "a raft or float used as a fender between a vessel and a wharf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,3,1 ], "a fawn colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel's hair",1,1,1 ], "the hair of a camel, used in rugs, etc|, or woven into cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel's hair",1,1,1,1 ], "colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camel's hair",1,1,1,1 ], "soft cloth made of this hair or a mixture containing it, usually tan in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel's hair",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camel's hair",1,1,2 ], "(of a painter''s brush) made from the tail hairs of squirrels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameleer",1,1,1 ], "a camel-driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camellia",1,1,1 ], "any ornamental shrub of the Asian genus Camellia, esp| C| japonica, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camellia",1,1,1 ], "colour: family Theaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "camellia",1,1,1 ], "glossy evergreen leaves and showy roselike flowers, usually white, pink or red in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camelopard",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for giraffe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo ware",1,1,1 ], "jasper ware with applied decoration of classical motifs, resembling a cameo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,1,1 ], "a medallion, as on a brooch or ring, with a profile head carved in relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,2 ], "an engraving upon a gem or other stone of at least two differently coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,2 ], "layers, such as sardonyx, so carved that the background is of a different colour from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,2 ], "the raised design" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,3 ], "a stone with such an engraving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,3,1 ], "a short literary work or dramatic sketch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,3,1 ], "a single and often brief dramatic scene played by a well-known actor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,3,1 ], "actress in a film or television play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cameo",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera lucida",1,1,1 ], "an instrument attached to a microscope, etc| to enable an observer to view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera lucida",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously the image and a drawing surface to facilitate the sketching of the image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camera obscura",1,1,1 ], "a darkened chamber or small building in which images of outside objects are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera obscura",1,1,1 ], "camera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "camera obscura",1,1,1 ], "projected onto a flat surface by a convex lens in an aperture| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camera tube",1,1,1 ], "signals of video frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camera tube",1,1,1 ], "the part of a television camera that converts an optical image into electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,1 ], "an optical device consisting of a lens system set in a light-proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,1 ], "construction inside which a light-sensitive film or plate can be positioned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,2 ], "into the corresponding electrical signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,2 ], "the equipment used to convert the optical image of a scene being televised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,3 ], "a judge's private room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,4 ], "in camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,4,1 ], "Law| relating to a hearing from which members of the public are excluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,4,2 ], "in private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,5 ], "on camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera",1,1,6 ], "(esp| of an actor) being filmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera-ready copy",1,1,1 ], "alteration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camera-ready copy",1,1,1 ], "type matter ready to be photographed for plate-making without further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camera-shy",1,1,1 ], "having an aversion to being photographed or filmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a judicial or legislative chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cameraman",1,1,1 ], "a person who operates a film or television camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camerlengo",1,1,1 ], "a cardinal who acts as the pope's financial secretary and the papal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camerlengo",1,1,1 ], "treasurer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camiknickers",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) women's knickers attached to a camisole top|Short form:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camiknickers",1,1,1 ], "camiknicks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camion",1,1,1 ], "a lorry, or, esp| formerly, a large dray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camisado",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an attack made under cover of darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camise",1,1,1 ], "a loose light shirt, smock, or tunic originally worn in the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camisole",1,1,1 ], "a woman's underbodice with shoulder straps, originally designed as a cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camisole",1,1,1 ], "for a corset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camisole",1,1,2 ], "a woman's dressing jacket or short negligee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camisole",1,1,3 ], "and having a straight neckline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camisole",1,1,3 ], "resembling a camisole (the underbodice), as in fitting snugly around the bust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camlet",1,1,1 ], "a tough waterproof cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camlet",1,1,2 ], "a garment or garments made from such cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camlet",1,1,3 ], "a soft woollen fabric used in medieval Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camomile",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "camomile",1,1,1 ], "any aromatic plant of the Eurasian genus Anthemis, esp| A| nobilis, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camomile",1,1,1 ], "finely dissected leaves and daisy-like flowers are used medicinally: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camomile",1,1,2 ], "any plant of the related genus Matricaria, esp| M| chamomilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camomile",1,1,3 ], "camomile tea| a medicinal beverage made from the fragrant leaves and flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camomile",1,1,3 ], "of any of these plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camoodi",1,1,1 ], "a Caribbean name for anaconda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camouflage",1,1,1 ], "disguise the presence of military units, equipment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camouflage",1,1,1 ], "the exploitation of natural surroundings or artificial aids to conceal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camouflage",1,1,2 ], "a resemblance to their surroundings: includes cryptic and apatetic coloration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camouflage",1,1,2 ], "the means by which animals escape the notice of predators, usually because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camouflage",1,1,3 ], "a device or expedient designed to conceal or deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camouflage",1,2,1 ], "to conceal by camouflage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp follower",1,1,1 ], "any civilian, esp| a prostitute, who unofficially provides services to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp follower",1,1,1 ], "military personnel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camp follower",1,1,2 ], "a nonmember who is sympathetic to a particular group, theory, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp meeting",1,1,1 ], "a religious meeting held in a large tent or outdoors, often lasting several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp meeting",1,1,1 ], "days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camp site",1,1,1 ], "an area on which holiday-makers may pitch a tent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,1,1 ], "a place where tents, cabins, or other temporary structures are erected for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,1,1 ], "use of military troops, for training soldiers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,2 ], "the military life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,3 ], "holidaymakers, Scouts, gipsies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,3 ], "tents, cabins, etc|, used as temporary lodgings by a group of travellers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,4 ], "the group of people living in such lodgings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,5 ], "a group supporting a given doctrine or theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,6 ], "portable and easy to set up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,1,6 ], "suitable for use in temporary quarters, on holiday, etc|, esp| by being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,2,1 ], "to establish or set up a camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,3,1 ], "to live temporarily in or as if in a tent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",1,4,1 ], "to put in a camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,1,1 ], "effeminate; affected in mannerisms, dress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,1,2 ], "homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,1,3 ], "consciously artificial, exaggerated, vulgar, or mannered; self-parodying, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,1,3 ], "when in dubious taste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,2,1 ], "to perform or invest with a camp quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,2,2 ], "camp it up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,2,2,1 ], "overacting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,2,2,1 ], "to seek to focus attention on oneself by making an ostentatious display," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,2,2,2 ], "to flaunt one's homosexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camp",2,3,1 ], "a camp quality, style, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campagna",1,1,1 ], "another word for champaign ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campaign",1,1,1 ], "a series of coordinated activities, such as public speaking and demonstrating," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campaign",1,1,1 ], "designed to achieve a social, political, or commercial goal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "campaign",1,1,2 ], "a number of complementary operations aimed at achieving a single objective," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campaign",1,1,2 ], "usually constrained by time or geographic area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "campaign",1,2,1 ], "to conduct, serve in, or go on a campaign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campanile",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Italy) a bell tower, not usually attached to another building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campanology",1,1,1 ], "the art or skill of ringing bells musically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campanula",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate plant of the campanulaceous genus Campanula, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campanula",1,1,1 ], "blue or white bell-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "campanulaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Campanulaceae, a family of temperate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campanulaceous",1,1,1 ], "subtropical plants, including the campanulas, having bell-shaped nodding flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "campanulate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of flower corollas) shaped like a bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camper",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives or temporarily stays in a tent, cabin, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camper",1,1,2 ], "a vehicle equipped for camping out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campestral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to open fields or country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline insoluble optically active terpene derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphene",1,1,1 ], "pinene and present in many essential oils| Formula: C10H16" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camphire",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for henna 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphor ball",1,1,1 ], "another name for mothball ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphor ice",1,1,1 ], "an ointment consisting of camphor, white wax, spermaceti, and castor oil, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphor ice",1,1,1 ], "to treat skin ailments, esp| chapped skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camphor tree",1,1,1 ], "a lauraceous evergreen E Asian tree, Cinnamomum camphora, whose aromatic wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphor tree",1,1,1 ], "yields camphor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camphor tree",1,1,2 ], "Borneo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camphor tree",1,1,2 ], "any similar tree, such as the dipterocarpaceous tree Dryobalanops aromatica of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphor",1,1,1 ], "a whitish crystalline aromatic terpene ketone obtained from the wood of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphor",1,1,1 ], "as a liniment and treatment for colds| Formula: C10H16O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "camphor",1,1,1 ], "camphor tree or made from pinene: used in the manufacture of celluloid and in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camphorate",1,1,1 ], "to apply, treat with, or impregnate with camphor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camphorated oil",1,1,1 ], "a liniment consisting of camphor and peanut oil, used as a counterirritant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camping ground",1,1,1 ], "another word for camp site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campion",1,1,1 ], "any of various caryophyllaceous plants of the genera Silene and Lychnis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campion",1,1,1 ], "having red, pink, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "campo",1,1,1 ], "level or undulating savanna country, esp| in the uplands of Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camporee",1,1,1 ], "a local meeting or assembly of Scouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campus university",1,1,1 ], "a university in which the buildings, often including shops and cafes, are all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campus university",1,1,1 ], "on one site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "campus",1,1,1 ], "the grounds and buildings of a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "campus",1,1,2 ], "the outside area of a college, university, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camra stylo",1,1,1 ], "practised by some directors of the New Wave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camra stylo",1,1,1 ], "the use of the camera as a means of personal expression, especially as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camshaft",1,1,1 ], "a shaft having one or more cams attached to it, esp| one used to operate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camshaft",1,1,1 ], "valves of an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camwood",1,1,1 ], "a W African leguminous tree, Baphia nitida, whose hard wood was formerly used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "camwood",1,1,1 ], "in making a red dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "camwood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can buoy",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical unlighted buoy, painted black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 10, 1],"(of a film, piece of music, etc|) having been recorded, processed, edited,",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 10, 1],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 10, 2],"Informal| arranged or agreed",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 10],"in the can",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 11],"carry the can",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 1],"a container, esp| for liquids, usually of thin sheet metal",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 2],"another name (esp| U|S|) for ,tin (metal container)",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 3],"Also ,canful| the contents of a can or the amount a can will hold",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 4],"a slang word for ,prison",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 5],"a slang word for ,toilet or ,buttocks",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 6],"a slang word for ,destroyer",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 7],"a depth charge",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 8],"a shallow cylindrical metal container of varying size used for storing and",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 8],"handling film",2). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 1, 9],"can of worms| Informal| a complicated problem",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 2, 1],"to put (food, etc|) into a can or cans; preserve in a can",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 2, 2],"(tr|) U|S| slang",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 2, 3],"to dismiss from a job",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 2, 4],"(tr|) U|S| informal",1). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 2, 5],"phrase can it!)",2). c_DEF([ "can" ,2, 2, 5],"to stop (doing something annoying or making an annoying noise) (esp| in the",1). c_DEF([ "can",1,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "can",1,1,2 ], "to indicate ability, skill, or fitness to perform a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can",1,1,3 ], "to indicate permission or the right to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can",1,1,4 ], "to indicate knowledge of how to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can",1,1,5 ], "to indicate the possibility, opportunity, or likelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can't",1,1,1 ], "a contraction of cannot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can-opener",1,1,1 ], "another name for tin-opener" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canaigre",1,1,1 ], "a dock, Rumex hymenosepalus, of the southern U|S|, the root of which yields a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canaigre",1,1,1 ], "substance used in tanning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canaille",1,1,1 ], "the masses; mob; rabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canakin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cannikin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal boat",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow boat used on canals, esp| for carrying freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal ray",1,1,1 ], "a stream of positive ions produced in a discharge tube by boring small holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal ray",1,1,1 ], "in the cathode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,1 ], "an artificial waterway constructed for navigation, irrigation, water power," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,2 ], "any of various tubular passages or ducts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,3 ], "any of various elongated intercellular spaces in plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,4 ], "any of the indistinct surface features of Mars originally thought to be a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,4 ], "network of channels but not seen on close-range photographs| They are caused by an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,4 ], "optical illusion in which faint geological features appear to have a geometric" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,1,4 ], "structure" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,2,1 ], "to dig a canal through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canal",1,2,2 ], "to provide with a canal or canals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canaliculus",1,1,1 ], "a small channel, furrow, or groove, as in some bones and parts of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canalize",1,1,1 ], "to provide with or convert into a canal or canals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canalize",1,1,2 ], "to give a particular direction to or provide an outlet for; channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canap",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of bread, toast, etc|, spread with a savoury topping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canap",1,1,2 ], "(in French cabinetwork) a sofa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canard",1,1,1 ], "a false report; rumour or hoax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canard",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft in which the tailplane is mounted in front of the wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary creeper",1,1,1 ], "a climbing plant, Tropaeolum peregrinum, similar to the nasturtium but with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary creeper",1,1,1 ], "smaller yellow flowers and lobed leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canary grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses of the genus Phalaris, esp| P| canariensis, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary grass",1,1,1 ], "native to Europe and N Africa and has straw-coloured seeds used as birdseed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canary grass",1,1,2 ], "reed canary grass| a related plant, Phalaris arundinacea, used as fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary grass",1,1,2 ], "throughout the N hemisphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canary seed",1,1,1 ], "another name for birdseed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary yellow",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate yellow colour, sometimes with a greenish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary yellow",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary",1,1,1 ], "a small finch, Serinus canaria, of the Canary Islands and Azores: a popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canary",1,1,1 ], "cage bird noted for its singing| Wild canaries are streaked yellow and brown, but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canary",1,1,1 ], "most domestic breeds are pure yellow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "canasta",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two to six players who seek to amass points by declaring sets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canasta",1,1,1 ], "of cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canasta",1,1,2 ], "a declared set in this game, containing seven or more like cards, worth 500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canasta",1,1,2 ], "points if the canasta is pure or 300 if wild (containing up to three jokers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canaster",1,1,1 ], "coarsely broken dried tobacco leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancan",1,1,1 ], "a high-kicking dance performed by a female chorus, originating in the music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancan",1,1,1 ], "halls of 19th-century Paris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to order (something already arranged, such as a meeting or event)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,1 ], "to be postponed indefinitely; call off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,2 ], "to revoke or annul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,3 ], "to delete (writing, numbers, etc|); cross out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,4 ], "perforation to prevent further use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,4 ], "to mark (a cheque, postage stamp, ticket, etc|) with an official stamp or by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5 ], "to counterbalance; make up for (a deficiency, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5,1 ], "equation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5,1 ], "numerator and denominator of a fraction or as equal terms from opposite sides of an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5,1 ], "to close (an account) by discharging any outstanding debts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5,1 ], "to eliminate (numbers, quantities, or terms) as common factors from both the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by out)Accounting| to eliminate (a debit or credit) by making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5,2 ], "an offsetting entry on the opposite side of the account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,1,5,2 ], "to be able to be eliminated in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,2,1 ], "a new leaf or section of a book replacing a defective one, one containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,2,1 ], "errors, or one that has been omitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for cancellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancel",1,2,3 ], "a U|S| word for natural (sense 19a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancellate" ,1, 1, 1],"cancellous , or cancellatedadj",1). c_DEF([ "cancellate" ,1, 1, 2],"having a spongy or porous internal structure",1). c_DEF([ "cancellate" ,1, 1, 3],"forming a network; reticulate",1). c_DEF([ "cancellation",1,1,1 ], "the fact or an instance of cancelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancellation",1,1,2 ], "available for another person to take" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancellation",1,1,2 ], "something that has been cancelled, such as a theatre ticket, esp| when it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancellation",1,1,3 ], "the marks or perforation made by cancelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancer stick",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancer",1,1,1 ], "any type of malignant growth or tumour, caused by abnormal and uncontrolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancer",1,1,1 ], "cell division: it may spread through the lymphatic system or blood stream to other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cancer",1,1,1 ], "parts of the body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cancer",1,1,2 ], "the condition resulting from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancer",1,1,3 ], "an evil influence that spreads dangerously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancroid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a cancerous growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancroid",1,1,2 ], "resembling a crab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cancroid",1,2,1 ], "a skin cancer, esp| one of only moderate malignancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canc|",1,1,1 ], "cancelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canc|",1,1,2 ], "cancellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candela",1,1,1 ], "direction, of a surface of 1/600,000 square metre of a black body at the temperature of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candela",1,1,1 ], "freezing platinum under a pressure of 101,325 newtons per square metre| Symbol: cd" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "candela",1,1,1 ], "the basic SI unit of luminous intensity; the intensity, in a perpendicular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candent",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for incandescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candescent",1,1,1 ], "glowing or starting to glow with heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candid camera",1,1,1 ], "a small camera that may be used to take informal photographs of people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candid camera",1,1,1 ], "usually without their knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candid",1,1,1 ], "frank and outspoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candid",1,1,2 ], "without partiality; unbiased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candid",1,1,3 ], "unposed or informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candid",1,1,3,1 ], "white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candid",1,1,3,2 ], "clear or pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candidate",1,1,1 ], "a person seeking or nominated for election to a position of authority or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candidate",1,1,1 ], "honour or selection for a job, promotion, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candidate",1,1,2 ], "a person taking an examination or test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candidate",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing regarded as suitable or likely for a particular fate or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candidate",1,1,3 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candied",1,1,1 ], "impregnated or encrusted with or as if with sugar or syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candied",1,1,2 ], "(of sugar, honey, etc|) crystallized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical piece of wax, tallow, or other fatty substance surrounding a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,1 ], "wick, which is burned to produce light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,1,1 ], "see international candle|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for candela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,2 ], "burn the candle at both ends| Informal| to exhaust oneself, esp| by being up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,2 ], "late enjoying oneself and getting up early to work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,3 ], "not hold a candle to| Informal| to be inferior or contemptible in comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,3 ], "with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,4 ], "in the phrase the game's not worth the candle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,1,4 ], "not worth the candle| Informal| not worth the price or trouble entailed (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,2,1 ], "them against a bright light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candle",1,2,1 ], "to examine (eggs) for freshness or the likelihood of being hatched by viewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candle-tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for wax myrtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candleberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for wax myrtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlefish",1,1,1 ], "a salmonoid food fish, Thaleichthys pacificus, that occurs in the N Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlefish",1,1,1 ], "and has oily flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candlelight",1,1,1,1 ], "the light from a candle or candles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlelight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlelight",1,1,2 ], "dusk; evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlenut",1,1,1 ], "a euphorbiaceous tree, Aleurites mollucana, of tropical Asia and Polynesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlenut",1,1,2 ], "the nut of this tree, which yields an oil used in paints and varnishes| In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlenut",1,1,2 ], "their native regions the nuts are strung together and burned as candles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candlepin",1,1,1 ], "a bowling pin, as used in skittles, tenpin bowling, candlepins, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlepins",1,1,1 ], "a type of bowling game, employing a smaller ball than tenpins, in which three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlepins",1,1,1 ], "balls are allowed to a frame and fallen pins are not removed from the alley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candlepower",1,1,1 ], "expressed in candelas but formerly in terms of the international candle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candlepower",1,1,1 ], "the luminous intensity of a source of light in a given direction: now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlestick",1,1,1 ], "a holder, usually ornamental, with a spike or socket for a candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlewick",1,1,1 ], "to give a tufted pattern| It is used for bedspreads, dressing gowns, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candlewick",1,1,1 ], "unbleached cotton or muslin into which loops of yarn are hooked and then cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlewick",1,1,2 ], "the wick of a candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlewick",1,1,3 ], "being or made of candlewick fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlewood",1,1,1 ], "substitutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candlewood",1,1,1 ], "the resinous wood of any of several trees, used for torches and candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candlewood",1,1,2 ], "any tree or shrub, such as ocotillo, that produces this wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candour",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being open and honest; frankness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candour",1,1,2 ], "fairness; impartiality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candour",1,1,3 ], "purity or brightness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candy store",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| term for sweet shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candy" ,1, 1, 1],"confectionery in general; sweets, chocolate, etc",1). c_DEF([ "candy" ,1, 2, 1],"become crystalline through boiling",2). c_DEF([ "candy" ,1, 2, 1],"to cause (sugar, etc|) to become crystalline, esp| by boiling or (of sugar) to",1). c_DEF([ "candy" ,1, 2, 2],"to preserve (fruit peel, ginger, etc|) by boiling in sugar",1). c_DEF([ "candy" ,1, 2, 3],"to cover with any crystalline substance, such as ice or sugar",1). c_DEF([ "candy-striped",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of clothing fabric) having narrow coloured stripes on a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candy-striped",1,1,1 ], "background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candyfloss",1,1,1 ], "a stick| U|S| name: cotton candy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candyfloss",1,1,1 ], "a very light fluffy confection made from coloured spun sugar, usually held on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "candytuft",1,1,1 ], "Iberis, having clusters of white, red, or purplish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "candytuft",1,1,1 ], "any of various widely cultivated Mediterranean cruciferous plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane grass",1,1,1 ], "any of several tall perennial hard-stemmed grasses, esp| Eragrostis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane grass",1,1,1 ], "australasica, of inland swamps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane piece",1,1,1 ], "(in the Caribbean) a field of sugar cane, esp| a peasant's isolated field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane rat",1,1,1 ], "Thryonomyidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cane rat",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African cavy-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane rat",1,1,1 ], "hystricomorph rodent, Thryonomys swinderianus, that lives in swampy regions: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane rat",1,1,2 ], "a similar but smaller species, T| gregorianus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane sugar",1,1,1 ], "sugar beet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane sugar",1,1,1 ], "the sucrose obtained from sugar cane, which is identical to that obtained from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane sugar",1,1,2 ], "another name for sucrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,1,1 ], "backs of chairs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,1,1 ], "similar plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,1,1 ], "strips of such stems, woven or interlaced to make wickerwork, the seats and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,1,1 ], "the long jointed pithy or hollow flexible stem of the bamboo, rattan, or any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,1,2 ], "any plant having such a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,2 ], "loganberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,2 ], "the woody stem of a reed, young grapevine, blackberry, raspberry, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,3 ], "any of several grasses with long stiff stems, esp| Arundinaria gigantea of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,3 ], "southeastern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,4 ], "a flexible rod with which to administer a beating as a punishment, as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,4 ], "schoolboys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,5 ], "a slender rod, usually wooden and often ornamental, used for support when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,5 ], "walking; walking-stick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,6 ], "see sugar cane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,1,7 ], "a slender rod or cylinder, as of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,2,1 ], "to whip or beat with or as if with a cane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cane",1,2,2 ], "to make or repair with cane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canebrake",1,1,1 ], "a thicket of canes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canella",1,1,1 ], "(family Canellaceae) used as a spice and in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canella",1,1,1 ], "the fragrant cinnamon-like inner bark of a West Indian tree, Canella winterana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canescent",1,1,1 ], "white or greyish due to the presence of numerous short white hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canescent",1,1,2 ], "becoming hoary, white, or greyish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canfield",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game adapted from a type of patience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cangue",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in China) a large wooden collar worn by petty criminals as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cangue",1,1,1 ], "punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canicular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the star Sirius or its rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canikin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cannikin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a dog; doglike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,1,2 ], "dogs, jackals, wolves, and foxes, typically having a bushy tail, erect ears, and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,1,2 ], "long muzzle: order Carnivora (carnivores)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Canidae, a family of mammals, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,1,3 ], "incisors and the premolars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to any of the four teeth, two in each jaw, situated between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,2,1 ], "any animal of the family Canidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canine",1,2,2 ], "a canine tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canister",1,1,1 ], "a container, usually made of metal, in which dry food, such as tea or coffee," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canister",1,1,1 ], "is stored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canister",1,1,2 ], "(formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canister",1,1,2,1 ], "a type of shrapnel shell for firing from a cannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canister",1,1,2,2 ], "canister shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canker",1,1,1 ], "an ulceration, esp| of the lips or lining of the oral cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canker",1,1,1,1 ], "a disease of horses in which the horn of the hoofs becomes soft and spongy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canker",1,1,1,2 ], "an ulcerative disease of the lining of the external ear, esp| in dogs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canker",1,1,1,2 ], "cats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canker",1,1,2 ], "an open wound in the stem of a tree or shrub, caused by injury or parasites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canker",1,1,3 ], "something evil that spreads and corrupts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canker",1,2,1 ], "to infect or become infected with or as if with canker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cankerous",1,1,1 ], "having cankers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cankerous",1,1,2 ], "infectious; corrupting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cankerworm",1,1,1 ], "pometaria, which feed on and destroy fruit and shade trees in North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cankerworm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of either of two geometrid moths, Paleacrita vernata or Alsophila" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canna",1,1,1 ], "Cannaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "canna",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical plants constituting the genus Canna, having broad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canna",1,1,1 ], "leaves and red or yellow showy flowers for which they are cultivated: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannabin",1,1,1 ], "a greenish-black poisonous resin obtained from the hemp plant and thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannabin",1,1,1 ], "be the active narcotic principle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannabis",1,1,1 ], "another name for hemp (the plant), esp| Indian hemp (Cannabis indica)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannabis",1,1,2 ], "smoked for their euphoric effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannabis",1,1,2 ], "the dried tops of the female flowers of the hemp plant, which are chewed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canned",1,1,1 ], "preserved and stored in airtight cans or tins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canned",1,1,2 ], "prepared or recorded in advance; artificial; not spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canned",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for drunk ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannel coal",1,1,1 ], "a dull coal having a high volatile content and burning with a smoky luminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannel coal",1,1,1 ], "flame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannelloni",1,1,1 ], "tubular pieces of pasta filled with meat or cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannelure",1,1,1 ], "a groove or fluting, esp| one around the cylindrical part of a bullet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canner",1,1,1 ], "a person or organization whose job is to can foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannery",1,1,1 ], "a place where foods are canned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannibal",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who eats the flesh of other human beings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannibal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannibal",1,1,2 ], "an animal that feeds on the flesh of others of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannibalism",1,1,1 ], "the act of eating human flesh or the flesh of one's own kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannibalism",1,1,2 ], "savage and inhuman cruelty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannibalize",1,1,1 ], "as an alternative to using new parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannibalize",1,1,1 ], "to use (serviceable parts from one machine or vehicle) to repair another, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannikin",1,1,1 ], "a small can, esp| one used as a drinking vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canning",1,1,1 ], "the process or business of sealing food in cans or tins to preserve it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon bone",1,1,1 ], "a bone in the legs of horses and other hoofed animals consisting of greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon bone",1,1,1 ], "elongated fused metatarsals or metacarpals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannon fodder",1,1,1 ], "men regarded as expendable because they are part of a huge army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,1 ], "a heavy artillery piece consisting of a metal tube mounted on a carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,2 ], "an automatic aircraft gun of large calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,3 ], "a heavy tube or drum, esp| one that can rotate freely on the shaft by which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,3 ], "is supported" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,4 ], "the metal loop at the top of a bell, from which it is suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,4,1 ], "a shot in which the cue ball is caused to contact one object ball after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,4,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,4,2 ], "the points scored by this| Usual U|S| word: carom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,5 ], "a rebound or bouncing back, as of a ball off a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,1,6 ], "either of the two parts of a vambrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,2,1 ], "short for cannonade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannon",1,3,1 ], "to make a cannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonade",1,1,1 ], "an intense and continuous gunnery bombardment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonade",1,2,1 ], "to attack (a target) with cannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,1,1 ], "a projectile fired from a cannon: usually a solid round metal shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,1,1,1 ], "a very fast low serve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,1,2 ], "a jump into water by a person who has his arms tucked into the body to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,1,2 ], "ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by along, etc|) to rush along, like a cannonball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,2,2 ], "to execute a cannonball jump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonball",1,3,1 ], "very fast or powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannoneer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a soldier who served and fired a cannon artilleryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonry",1,1,1 ], "a volley of artillery fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannonry",1,1,2 ], "artillery in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannot",1,1,1 ], "an auxiliary verb expressing incapacity, inability, withholding permission," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cannot",1,1,1 ], "etc|; can not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cannula",1,1,1 ], "a small tube for insertion into a bodily cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canny",1,1,2 ], "shrewd, esp| in business; astute or wary; knowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canny",1,1,3 ], "and northeast English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canny",1,1,4 ], "good or nice: used as a general term of approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canny",1,1,5 ], "lucky or fortunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canny",1,2,1 ], "and northeast English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canny",1,2,2 ], "quite; rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canoe" ,1, 1, 1],"a light narrow open boat, propelled by one or more paddles",1). c_DEF([ "canoe" ,1, 2, 1],"to go in or transport by canoe",1). c_DEF([ "canoewood",1,1,1 ], "another name for the tulip tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon law",1,1,1 ], "Christian Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "canon law",1,1,1 ], "Church, esp| those based on papal and conciliar decisions, governing the affairs of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canon law",1,1,1 ], "the codified body of laws enacted by the supreme authorities of a Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,1 ], "a Church decree enacted to regulate morals or religious practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,2 ], "a general rule or standard, as of judgment, morals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,3 ], "a principle or accepted criterion applied in a branch of learning or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,4 ], "the complete list of the canonized saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,5 ], "the prayer in the Mass in which the Host is consecrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,6 ], "a list of sacred books, etc|, officially recognized as genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,7 ], "a piece of music in which an extended melody in one part is imitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,7 ], "successively in one or more other parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,8 ], "a list of the works of an author that are accepted as authentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",1,1,9 ], "(formerly) a size of printer's type equal to 48 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",2,1,1 ], "a priest who is a member of a cathedral chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canon",2,1,2 ], "a member of any of several religious orders (canons regular)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canoness",1,1,1 ], "a woman belonging to any one of several religious orders and living under a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canoness",1,1,1 ], "rule but not under a vow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canonical hour",1,1,1,1 ], "one of the seven prayer times appointed for each day by canon law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonical hour",1,1,1,2 ], "nones, vespers, and compline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canonical hour",1,1,1,2 ], "the services prescribed for these times, namely matins, prime, terce, sext," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonical hour",1,1,2 ], "any time between 800 a|m| and 600 p|m| at which marriages may lawfully be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonical hour",1,1,2 ], "celebrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canonical",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or included in the canon of Scripture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonical",1,1,2 ], "belonging to or in conformity with canon law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonical",1,1,3 ], "according to recognized law; accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonical",1,1,4 ], "in the form of a canon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonical",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to a cathedral chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonicals",1,1,1 ], "the vestments worn by clergy when officiating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonicate",1,1,1 ], "the office or rank of a canon; canonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonicity",1,1,1 ], "the fact or quality of being canonical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonist",1,1,1 ], "a specialist in canon law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonize",1,1,1 ], "to declare (a person) to be a saint and thus admit to the canon of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonize",1,1,2 ], "to regard as holy or as a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonize",1,1,3 ], "to sanction by canon law; pronounce valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonry",1,1,1 ], "the office, benefice, or status of a canon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canonry",1,1,2 ], "canons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canoodle",1,1,1 ], "to kiss and cuddle; pet; fondle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 1, 1],"an ornamental awning above a throne or bed or held over a person of importance",1). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 1, 1],"on ceremonial occasions",2). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 1, 2],"a rooflike covering over an altar, niche, etc",1). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 1, 3],"a roofed structure serving as a sheltered passageway or area",1). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 1, 4],"a large or wide covering, esp| one high above",1). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 1, 5],"the nylon or silk hemisphere that forms the supporting surface of a parachute",1). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 1, 6],"the transparent cover of an aircraft cockpit",1). c_DEF([ "canopy" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to cover with or as if with a canopy",1). c_DEF([ "canorous",1,1,1 ], "tuneful; melodious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cans",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for headphones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canst",1,1,1 ], "the form of can'1 used with the pronoun thou or its relative form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant hook",1,1,1 ], "a wooden pole with an adjustable hook at one end, used for handling logs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",1,1,1 ], "insincere talk, esp| concerning religion or morals; pious platitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",1,1,2 ], "stock phrases that have become meaningless through repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",1,1,3 ], "lawyers; jargon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cant",1,1,3 ], "specialized vocabulary of a particular group, such as thieves, journalists, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",1,1,4 ], "singsong whining speech, as used by beggars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",1,2,1 ], "to speak in or use cant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,1,1 ], "inclination from a vertical or horizontal plane; slope; slant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,1,2 ], "a sudden movement that tilts or turns something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,1,3 ], "the angle or tilt thus caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,1,4 ], "a corner or outer angle, esp| of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,1,5 ], "an oblique or slanting surface, edge, or line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,2,1 ], "to tip, tilt, or overturn, esp| with a sudden jerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,2,2 ], "to set in an oblique position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,2,3 ], "another word for bevel ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,3,1 ], "oblique; slanting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",2,3,2 ], "having flat surfaces and without curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cant",3,1,1 ], "dialect| lusty; merry; hearty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantabile",1,2,1 ], "singing; as if sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantabile",1,3,1 ], "a piece or passage performed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantala",1,1,1 ], "Agavaceae (agaves)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cantala",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American plant, Agave cantala, similar to the century plant: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantala",1,1,2 ], "the coarse tough fibre of this plant, used in making twine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantaloupe",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated variety of muskmelon, Cucumis melo cantalupensis, with ribbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantaloupe",1,1,1 ], "warty rind and orange flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cantaloupe",1,1,2 ], "any of several other muskmelons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantankerous",1,1,1 ], "quarrelsome; irascible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantata",1,1,1 ], "a musical setting of a text, esp| a religious text, consisting of arias," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantata",1,1,1 ], "duets, and choruses interspersed with recitatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cantatrice",1,1,1 ], "a female singer, esp| a professional soloist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,1 ], "a restaurant attached to a factory, school, etc|, providing meals for large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,1 ], "numbers of people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,1,1 ], "a small shop that provides a limited range of items, such as toilet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,1,1 ], "requisites, to a military unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,1,2 ], "a recreation centre for military personnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,2 ], "a soldier's eating and drinking utensils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,3 ], "a temporary or mobile stand at which food is provided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,3,1 ], "a box in which a set of cutlery is laid out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,3,2 ], "the cutlery itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,4 ], "a flask or canister for carrying water or other liquids, as used by soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canteen",1,1,4 ], "or travellers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canter",1,1,1 ], "an easy three-beat gait of horses, etc|, between a trot and a gallop in speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canter",1,1,2 ], "at a canter| easily; without effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canter",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move at a canter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantharides",1,1,1 ], "a diuretic and urogenital stimulant or irritant prepared from the dried bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantharides",1,1,1 ], "of Spanish fly, once thought to be an aphrodisiac" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canthus",1,1,1 ], "of the eyelids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canthus",1,1,1 ], "the inner or outer corner or angle of the eye, formed by the natural junction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canticle",1,1,1 ], "Christian churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canticle",1,1,1 ], "a nonmetrical hymn, derived from the Bible and used in the liturgy of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canticle",1,1,2 ], "a song, poem, or hymn, esp| one that is religious in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilena",1,1,1 ], "a smooth flowing style in the writing of vocal music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever bridge",1,1,1 ], "a bridge having spans that are constructed as cantilevers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever",1,1,1,1 ], "a beam, girder, or structural framework that is fixed at one end only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever",1,1,2 ], "a wing or tailplane of an aircraft that has no external bracing or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever",1,1,3 ], "a part of a beam or a structure projecting outwards beyond its support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever",1,2,1 ], "only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever",1,2,1 ], "to construct (a building member, beam, etc|) so that it is fixed at one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantilever",1,3,1 ], "to project like a cantilever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantillate",1,1,1 ], "notations provided in the Hebrew Bible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cantillate",1,1,1 ], "to chant (passages from Scripture) according to the traditional Jewish musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantillate",1,1,2 ], "to intone or chant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantina",1,1,1 ], "a bar or wine shop, esp| in a Spanish-speaking country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canting arms",1,1,1 ], "a coat of arms making visual reference to the surname of its owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantle",1,1,1 ], "the back part of a saddle that slopes upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantle",1,1,2 ], "a slice; a broken-off piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canto",1,1,1 ], "a melody or song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canto",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for cantus ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canto",1,1,2 ], "a main division of a long poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canton",1,1,1 ], "any of the 22 political divisions of Switzerland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canton",1,1,2 ], "a subdivision of a French arrondissement|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canton",1,1,3 ], "a small square or oblong charge on a shield, usually in the top left corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canton",1,2,1 ], "(kn!t$An)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canton",1,3,1 ], "to divide into cantons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canton",1,3,2 ], "(k@!tu$:n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canton",1,3,3 ], "(esp| formerly) to allocate accommodation to (military personnel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantonment",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a large training camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantonment",1,1,2 ], "living accommodation, esp| the winter quarters of a campaigning army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantor",1,1,1 ], "the leading singer in the synagogue liturgy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantor",1,1,2 ], "the leader of the singing in a church choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a precentor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantorial",1,1,2 ], "(of part of a choir) on the same side of a cathedral, etc|, as the precentor;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantorial",1,1,2 ], "on the N side of the choir" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cantoris",1,1,1 ], "(in antiphonal music) to be sung by the cantorial side of a choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantrip",1,1,1 ], "a magic spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantrip",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantus firmus",1,1,1 ], "a melody used as the basis of and usually forming an independent part in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantus firmus",1,1,1 ], "polyphonic composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cantus",1,1,1 ], "a medieval form of church singing; chant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantus",1,1,2 ], "the highest part in a piece of choral music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantus",1,1,3 ], "(in 15th- or 16th-century music) a piece of choral music, usually secular, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cantus",1,1,3 ], "polyphonic style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canty",1,1,1 ], "cantier, cantiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canty",1,1,2 ], "dialect| lively; brisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canula",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cannula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,1,1 ], "a heavy durable cloth made of cotton, hemp, or jute, used for sails, tents," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of canvas or a similar material on which a painting is done, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,1,1 ], "in oils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,1,2 ], "a painting on this material, esp| in oils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,2 ], "a tent or tents collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,3 ], "any cloth of which sails are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,4 ], "the sails of a vessel collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,5 ], "any coarse loosely woven cloth on which embroidery, tapestry, etc|, is done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,6 ], "(preceded by the) the floor of a boxing or wrestling ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,7 ], "the tapering covered part at either end of a racing boat, sometimes referred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,7 ], "to as a unit of length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,8 ], "under canvas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,8,1 ], "in tents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvas",1,1,8,2 ], "Nautical| with sails unfurled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvasback",1,1,1 ], "a North American diving duck, Aythyra valisineria, the male of which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvasback",1,1,1 ], "white body and reddish-brown head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canvass",1,1,1 ], "to solicit votes, orders, advertising, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvass",1,1,2 ], "esp| by conducting a survey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canvass",1,1,2 ], "to determine the feelings and opinions of (voters before an election, etc|)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvass",1,1,3 ], "to investigate (something) thoroughly, esp| by discussion or debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvass",1,1,4 ], "to inspect (votes) officially to determine their validity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvass",1,2,1 ], "a solicitation of opinions, votes, sales orders, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canvass",1,2,2 ], "close inspection; scrutiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canyon" ,1, 1, 1],"a gorge or ravine, esp| in North America, usually formed by the down-cutting",1). c_DEF([ "canyon" ,1, 1, 1],"of a river in a dry area where there is insufficient rainfall to erode the sides",2). c_DEF([ "canyon" ,1, 1, 1],"of the valley",3). c_DEF([ "canzona",1,1,1 ], "a type of 16th- or 17th-century contrapuntal music, usually for keyboard," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canzona",1,1,1 ], "lute, or instrumental ensemble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canzone",1,1,1 ], "a Provencal or Italian lyric, often in praise of love or beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canzone",1,1,1,1 ], "a song, usually of a lyrical nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canzone",1,1,1,2 ], "(in 16th-century choral music) a polyphonic song from which the madrigal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "canzone",1,1,1,2 ], "developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "canzonet",1,1,1 ], "a short cheerful or lively song of the 16th to 18th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can|",1,1,1 ], "canon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "can|",1,1,2 ], "canto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caoutchouc",1,1,1 ], "another name for rubber ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap and bells",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cap and bells",1,1,1 ], "the traditional garb of a court jester, including a cap with bells attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap of maintenance",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial cap or hat worn or carried as a symbol of office, rank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap rock",1,1,1 ], "a layer of rock that overlies a salt dome and consists of limestone, gypsum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap rock",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cap rock",1,1,2 ], "a layer of relatively impervious rock overlying an oil- or gas-bearing rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap screw",1,1,1 ], "a screwed bolt with a cylindrical head having a hexagonal recess| The bolt is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap screw",1,1,1 ], "turned using a wrench of hexagonal cross section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 10],"(of a woman) to be determined to win as a husband or lover",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 11],"cap in hand| humbly, as when asking a favour",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 1],"a covering for the head, esp| a small close-fitting one made of cloth or",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 1],"knitted",2). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 2],"such a covering serving to identify the wearer's rank, occupation, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 3],"something that protects or covers, esp| a small lid or cover",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"an emblematic hat or beret given to someone chosen for a representative team",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"a player chosen for such a team",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"a small amount of explosive enclosed in paper and used in a toy gun",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 4],"an uppermost surface or part",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 5],"the upper part of a pedestal in a classical order",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 6],"the roof of a windmill, sometimes in the form of a dome",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"money contributed to the funds of a hunt by a follower who is neither a",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"subscriber nor a farmer, in return for a day's hunting",2). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"the natural enamel covering a tooth",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"a collection taken at a meet of hounds, esp| for a charity",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"an artificial protective covering for a tooth",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 7],"the pileus of a mushroom or toadstool",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 8],"a mortarboard when worn with a gown at an academic ceremony (esp| in the",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 8],"phrase cap and gown)",2). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 1, 9],"set one's cap for or at",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 3, 1],"to cover, as with a cap",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 3, 2],"to outdo; excel",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 3, 3],"cap it all",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 3, 4],"to provide the finishing touch",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 3, 5],"to select (a player) for a representative team",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 3, 6],"to ask (hunt followers) for a cap",1). c_DEF([ "cap" ,1, 3, 7],"to award a degree to",1). c_DEF([ "cap-a-pie",1,1,1 ], "(dressed, armed, etc|) from head to foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capability",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being capable; ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capability",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being susceptible to the use or treatment indicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capability",1,1,3 ], "a characteristic that may be developed; potential aptitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capable",1,1,1 ], "having ability, esp| in many different fields; competent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capable",1,2,1 ], "able or having the skill (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capable",1,3,1 ], "having the temperament or inclination (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacious",1,1,1 ], "capable of holding much; roomy; spacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacitance",1,1,1 ], "the property of a system that enables it to store electric charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacitance",1,1,2 ], "a measure of this, equal to the charge that must be added to such a system to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacitance",1,1,2 ], "raise its electrical potential by one unit| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capacitate",1,1,1 ], "to make legally competent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacitate",1,1,2 ], "to make capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacitor",1,1,1 ], "a device for accumulating electric charge, usually consisting of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacitor",1,1,1 ], "conducting surfaces separated by a dielectric| Former name: condenser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,1 ], "the ability or power to contain, absorb, or hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,2 ], "the amount that can be contained; volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,2,1 ], "the maximum amount something can contain or absorb (esp| in the phrase filled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,2,1 ], "to capacity)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,3 ], "the ability to understand or learn; aptitude; capability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,4 ], "the ability to do or produce (often in the phrase at capacity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,5 ], "a specified position or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,6 ], "a measure of the electrical output of a piece of apparatus such as a motor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,6 ], "generator, or accumulator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,7 ], "a former name for capacitance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,7,1 ], "device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,7,1 ], "the number of words or characters that can be stored in a particular storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,7,2 ], "the range of numbers that can be processed in a register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capacity",1,1,8 ], "legal competence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caparison",1,1,1 ], "a decorated covering for a horse or other animal, esp| (formerly) for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caparison",1,1,1 ], "warhorse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caparison",1,1,2 ], "rich or elaborate clothing and ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caparison",1,2,1 ], "to put a caparison on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cape gooseberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for strawberry tomato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cape",1,1,1 ], "a sleeveless garment like a cloak but usually shorter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cape",1,1,2 ], "a strip of material attached to a coat or other garment so as to fall freely," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cape",1,1,2 ], "usually from the shoulders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cape",2,1,1 ], "a headland or promontory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capelin",1,1,1 ], "a small marine food fish, Mallotus villosus, occurring in northern and Arctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capelin",1,1,1 ], "seas: family Osmeridae (smelts)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caper",1,1,1 ], "a playful skip or leap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caper",1,1,2 ], "a high-spirited escapade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caper",1,1,3 ], "cut a caper| to leap or dance about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caper",1,1,4 ], "a crime, esp| an organized robbery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caper",1,2,1 ], "to leap or dance about in a light-hearted manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caper",2,1,1 ], "a spiny trailing Mediterranean capparidaceous shrub, Capparis spinosa, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caper",2,1,1 ], "edible flower buds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caper",2,1,2 ], "any of various similar plants or their edible parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capercaillie",1,1,1 ], "a large European woodland grouse, Tetrao urogallus, having a black plumage and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capercaillie",1,1,1 ], "fan-shaped tail in the male" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capers",1,1,1 ], "the flower buds of the caper plant, which are pickled and used as a condiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capeskin",1,1,1 ], "a soft leather obtained from the skins of a type of lamb or sheep having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capeskin",1,1,1 ], "hairlike wool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capeskin",1,2,1 ], "made of this leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capias",1,1,1 ], "a writ directing a sheriff or other officer to arrest a named person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capillaceous",1,1,1 ], "having numerous filaments resembling hairs or threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capillaceous",1,1,2 ], "resembling a hair; capillary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capillarity",1,1,1 ], "a phenomenon caused by surface tension and resulting in the distortion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capillarity",1,1,1 ], "elevation, or depression of the surface of a liquid in contact with a solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capillary tube",1,1,1 ], "a glass tube with a fine bore and thick walls, used in thermometers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 1, 1],"resembling a hair; slender",1). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 1, 2],"(of tubes) having a fine bore",1). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 1, 3],"interconnecting network between the arterioles and the venules",2). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 1, 3],"of or relating to any of the delicate thin-walled blood vessels that form an",1). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 1, 4],"of or relating to capillarity",1). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 2, 1],"laries",1). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 2, 2],"any of the capillary blood vessels",1). c_DEF([ "capillary" ,1, 2, 3],"a fine hole or narrow passage in any substance",1). c_DEF([ "capita",1,1,1 ], "the plural of caput" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital account",1,1,1 ], "international loans and grants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital account",1,1,1 ], "that portion of the balance of payments composed of capital movements and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital account",1,1,2 ], "a statement of the net value of a business at a specified date| It is defined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital account",1,1,2 ], "as total assets minus total liabilities and represents ownership interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital account",1,1,3 ], "an account of fixed assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital assets",1,1,1 ], "another name for fixed assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital expenditure",1,1,1 ], "expenditure on acquisitions of or improvements to fixed assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital gain",1,1,1 ], "the amount by which the selling price of a financial asset exceeds its cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital gains tax",1,1,1 ], "a tax on the profit made from sale of an asset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital goods",1,1,1 ], "goods that are themselves utilized in the production of other goods rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital goods",1,1,1 ], "than being sold to consumers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital levy",1,1,1 ], "a tax on capital or property as contrasted with a tax on income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital market",1,1,1 ], "long-term capital and loans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital market",1,1,1 ], "the financial institutions collectively that deal with medium-term and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital punishment",1,1,1 ], "the punishment of death for a crime; death penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital ship",1,1,1 ], "one of the largest and most heavily armed ships in a naval fleet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital stock",1,1,1 ], "issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital stock",1,1,1 ], "the par value of the total share capital that a company is authorized to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital stock",1,1,2 ], "the total physical capital existing in an economy at any moment of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital surplus",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for share premium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital transfer tax",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a tax payable at progressive rates on the cumulative total of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital transfer tax",1,1,1 ], "gifts of money or property made during the donor's lifetime or after his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,1,1 ], "the seat of government of a country or other political unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,2 ], "material wealth owned by an individual or business enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,3 ], "by industrial investment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,3 ], "wealth available for or capable of use in the production of further wealth, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,4 ], "make capital (out) of| to get advantage from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,5 ], "the capitalist class or their interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,5,1 ], "over liabilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,5,1 ], "the ownership interests of a business as represented by the excess of assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,5,2 ], "the nominal value of the authorized or issued shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,5,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,6 ], "any assets or resources, esp| when used to gain profit or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,6,1 ], "a capital letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,7 ], "with a capital A, B, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,1,8 ], "(used to give emphasis to a statement)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,2,1 ], "involving or punishable by death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,2,2 ], "very serious; fatal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,2,3 ], "primary, chief, or principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,2,4 ], "as the initial letter in personal names and place names and other uniquely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,2,4 ], "of, relating to, or designating the large modern majuscule letter used chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,2,4 ], "specificatory nouns, and often for abbreviations and acronyms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "capital",1,2,5 ], "excellent; first-rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capital",2,1,1 ], "the upper part of a column or pier that supports the entablature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalism",1,1,1 ], "an economic system based on the private ownership of the means of production," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalism",1,1,1 ], "distribution, and exchange, characterized by the freedom of capitalists to operate or manage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitalism",1,1,1 ], "their property for profit in competitive conditions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "capitalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns capital, esp| capital invested in a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalist",1,1,2 ], "a supporter of capitalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalist",1,1,3 ], "a rich person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to capital, capitalists, or capitalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalization issue",1,1,1 ], "another name for rights issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalization",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of capitalizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalization",1,1,1,2 ], "the sum so derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalization",1,1,2 ], "including the loan capital and reserves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitalization",1,1,2 ], "the par value of the total share capital issued by a company, sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalization",1,1,3 ], "the act of estimating the present value of future payments, earnings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalization",1,1,4 ], "the act of writing or printing in capital letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,1 ], "to take advantage (of); profit (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,2 ], "to write or print (text) in capital letters or with the first letter of (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,2 ], "word or words) in capital letters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,3 ], "to convert (debt or retained earnings) into capital stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,4 ], "stock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,4 ], "to authorize (a business enterprise) to issue a specified amount of capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,5 ], "to treat (expenditures) as assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,5,1 ], "to estimate the present value of (a periodical income)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,5,2 ], "earnings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitalize",1,1,5,2 ], "to compute the present value of (a business) from actual or potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitally",1,1,1 ], "in an excellent manner; admirably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a head, as certain flowers or inflorescences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitate",1,1,2 ], "having an enlarged headlike end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitation",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied on the basis of a fixed amount per head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitation",1,1,2 ], "capitation grant| a grant of money given to every person who qualifies under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitation",1,1,2 ], "certain conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitation",1,1,3 ], "the process of assessing or numbering by counting heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitular",1,1,1 ], "of or associated with a cathedral chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a capitulum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulary",1,1,1 ], "(8th-10th centuries a|d|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitulary",1,1,1 ], "any of the collections of ordinances promulgated by the Frankish kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulate",1,1,1 ], "to surrender, esp| under agreed conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulation",1,1,1 ], "the act of capitulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulation",1,1,2 ], "a document containing terms of surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulation",1,1,3 ], "a statement summarizing the main divisions of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulum",1,1,1 ], "a racemose inflorescence in the form of a disc of sessile flowers, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulum",1,1,1 ], "youngest at the centre| It occurs in the daisy and related plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capitulum",1,1,2 ], "a headlike part, esp| the enlarged knoblike terminal part of a long bone," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capitulum",1,1,2 ], "antenna, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caplin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of capelin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capo",1,1,1 ], "a device fitted across all the strings of a guitar, lute, etc|, so as to raise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capo",1,1,1 ], "the pitch of each string simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capo",2,1,1 ], "the presumed title of a leader in the Mafia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capon",1,1,1 ], "a castrated cock fowl fattened for eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caponize",1,1,1 ], "to make (a cock) into a capon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caporal",1,1,1 ], "a strong coarse dark tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capote",1,1,1 ], "a long cloak or soldier's coat, usually with a hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capparidaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Capparidaceae, a family of plants, mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capparidaceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubs including the caper, of warm and tropical regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cappie",1,1,1 ], "dialect| an ice-cream cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cappuccino",1,1,1 ], "coffee with steamed milk, sometimes served with whipped cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capreolate",1,1,1 ], "possessing or resembling tendrils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for decanoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capriccio",1,1,1 ], "a lively piece composed freely and without adhering to the rules for any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capriccio",1,1,1 ], "specific musical form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capriccioso",1,1,1 ], "to be played in a free and lively style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caprice",1,1,1 ], "a sudden or unpredictable change of attitude, behaviour, etc|; whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caprice",1,1,2 ], "a tendency to such changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caprice",1,1,3 ], "another word for capriccio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capricious",1,1,1 ], "behaviour; impulsive; fickle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capricious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or liable to sudden unpredictable changes in attitude or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caprification",1,1,1 ], "a method of pollinating the edible fig by hanging branches of caprifig flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caprification",1,1,1 ], "in edible fig trees| Parasitic wasps in the caprifig flowers transfer pollen to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caprification",1,1,1 ], "the edible fig flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "caprifig",1,1,1 ], "a wild variety of fig, Ficus carica sylvestris, of S Europe and SW Asia, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caprifig",1,1,1 ], "in the caprification of the edible fig" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caprifoliaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Caprifoliaceae, a family of N temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caprifoliaceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubs or small trees including honeysuckle, elder, and guelder-rose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caprine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capriole",1,1,1 ], "a high upward but not forward leap made by a horse with all four feet off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capriole",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capriole",1,1,2 ], "a leap from bent knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capriole",1,2,1 ], "to perform a capriole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caproic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for hexanoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsaicin",1,1,1 ], ",2 ; modern form refashioned from Latin capsa box, case + -in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "capsaicin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline bitter alkaloid found in capsicums and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsaicin",1,1,1 ], "flavouring in vinegar and pickles| Formula: C18H27O3N| C19 capsicine, from capsicum + -ine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsicum",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American plant of the solanaceous genus Capsicum, such as C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsicum",1,1,1 ], "frutescens, having mild or pungent seeds enclosed in a pod-shaped or bell-shaped fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsicum",1,1,2 ], "condiment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsicum",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants, used as a vegetable or ground to produce a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsid",1,1,1 ], "any heteropterous bug of the family Miridae (formerly Capsidae), most of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsid",1,1,1 ], "feed on plant tissues, causing damage to crops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsid",2,1,1 ], "the outer protein coat of a mature virus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsize",1,1,1 ], "to overturn accidentally; upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capstan bar",1,1,1 ], "a lever, often wooden, for turning a capstan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capstan lathe",1,1,1 ], "a lathe for repetitive work, having a rotatable turret resembling a capstan to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capstan lathe",1,1,1 ], "hold tools for successive operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capstan",1,1,1 ], "a windlass with a vertical drum turned by a lever or motor and equipped with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capstan",1,1,1 ], "ratchet, used on ships for hauling in ropes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capstan",1,1,2 ], "any similar device, such as the rotating shaft in a tape recorder that pulls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capstan",1,1,2 ], "the tape past the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capstone",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of slabs on the top of a wall, building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsulate",1,1,1 ], "within or formed into a capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,1 ], "a soluble case of gelatin enclosing a dose of medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,2 ], "a thin metal cap, seal, or cover, such as the foil covering the cork of a wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,2 ], "bottle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,2,1 ], "a dry fruit that liberates its seeds by splitting, as in the violet, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,2,1 ], "through pores, as in the poppy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,2,2 ], "the spore-producing organ of mosses and liverworts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,3 ], "a gelatinous layer of polysaccharide or protein surrounding the cell wall of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,3 ], "some bacteria: thought to be responsible for the virulence in pathogens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,3,1 ], "a cartilaginous, fibrous, or membranous envelope surrounding any of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,3,1 ], "organs or parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,3,2 ], "a broad band of white fibres (internal capsule) near the thalamus in each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,3,2 ], "cerebral hemisphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,4 ], "an aeroplane cockpit that can be ejected in a flight emergency, complete with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,4 ], "crew, instruments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capsule",1,1,5 ], "in a highly concise form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsulize",1,1,1 ], "to state (information, etc|) in a highly condensed form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capsulize",1,1,2 ], "to enclose in a capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caps|",1,1,1 ], "capital letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caps|",1,1,2 ], "capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,1 ], "the person in charge of and responsible for a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,2 ], "a commander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,2 ], "an officer of the navy who holds a rank junior to a rear admiral but senior to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,3 ], "an officer of the army, certain air forces, and the marine corps who holds a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,3 ], "rank junior to a major but senior to a lieutenant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,4 ], "the officer in command of a civil aircraft, usually the senior pilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,5 ], "the leader of a team in games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,6 ], "a person in command over a group, organization, etc|; leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,7 ], "a policeman in charge of a precinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,8 ], "a head waiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,1,9 ], "a supervisor of bell boys in a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain",1,2,1 ], "to be captain of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captain's biscuit",1,1,1 ], "a type of hard fancy biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,1,1 ], "a title, brief explanation, or comment accompanying an illustration; legend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,1,2 ], "a heading, title, or headline of a chapter, article, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,1,3 ], "graphic material, usually containing lettering, used in television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,1,3 ], "presentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,1,4 ], "another name for subtitle ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,1,5 ], "authority it was taken or made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,1,5 ], "the formal heading of a legal document stating when, where, and on what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caption",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a caption or captions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captious",1,1,1 ], "apt to make trivial criticisms; fault-finding; carping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captivate",1,1,1 ], "to hold the attention of by fascinating; enchant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captivate",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captive",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that is confined or restrained, esp| a prisoner of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captive",1,1,2 ], "a person whose behaviour is dominated by some emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captive",1,2,1 ], "held as prisoner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captive",1,2,2 ], "held under restriction or control; confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captive",1,2,3 ], "captivated; enraptured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captive",1,2,4 ], "phrase captive audience)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "captive",1,2,4 ], "unable by circumstances to avoid speeches, advertisements, etc| (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captivity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being captive; imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captivity",1,1,2 ], "the period of imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "captor",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that holds another captive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,1,1 ], "to take prisoner or gain control over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,1,2 ], "(in a game or contest) to win control or possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,1,3 ], "to succeed in representing or describing (something elusive)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,1,4 ], "(of an atom, molecule, ion, or nucleus) to acquire (an additional particle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,2,1 ], "the act of taking by force; seizure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,2,2 ], "the person or thing captured; booty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,2,3 ], "a process by which an atom, molecule, ion, or nucleus acquires an additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,2,3 ], "particle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,2,4 ], "the process by which the headwaters of one river are diverted into another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capture",1,2,4 ], "through erosion caused by the second river's tributaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capuche",1,1,1 ], "a large hood or cowl, esp| that worn by Capuchin friars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capuchin",1,1,1 ], "any agile intelligent New World monkey of the genus Cebus, inhabiting forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capuchin",1,1,1 ], "in South America, typically having a cowl of thick hair on the top of the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capuchin",1,1,2 ], "a woman's hooded cloak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capuchin",1,1,3 ], "a rare variety of domestic fancy pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caput",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caput",1,1,2 ], "the main or most prominent part of an organ or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "capybara",1,1,1 ], "America: family Hydrochoeridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "capybara",1,1,1 ], "hydrochaeris, resembling a guinea pig and inhabiting river banks in Central and South" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "capybara",1,1,1 ], "the largest rodent: a pig-sized amphibious hystricomorph, Hydrochoerus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap|",1,1,1 ], "capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap|",1,1,2 ], "capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap|",1,1,3 ], "capitalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap|",1,1,4 ], "capital letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cap|",1,1,5 ], "caput" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car park",1,1,1 ], "an area or building reserved for parking cars| Usual U|S| term: parking lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,1,1 ], "motorcar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,2 ], "a self-propelled road vehicle designed to carry passengers, esp| one with four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,2 ], "wheels that is powered by an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,3 ], "a conveyance for passengers, freight, etc|, such as a cable car or the carrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,3 ], "of an airship or balloon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,4 ], "a railway vehicle for passengers only, such as a sleeping car or buffet car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,5 ], "a railway carriage or van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "car",1,1,6 ], "a poetic word for chariot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carabao",1,1,1 ], "another name for water buffalo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carabid",1,1,1 ], "any typically dark-coloured beetle of the family Carabidae, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carabid",1,1,1 ], "bombardier and other ground beetles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carabid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Carabidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carabin",1,1,1 ], "variants of carbine ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carabineer",1,1,1 ], "variants of carbineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carabiniere",1,1,1 ], "an Italian national policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracal",1,1,1 ], "Asia, having long legs, a smooth coat of reddish fur, and black-tufted ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caracal",1,1,1 ], "a lynxlike feline mammal, Lynx caracal, inhabiting deserts of N Africa and S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracal",1,1,2 ], "the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracara",1,1,1 ], "Caracara, Polyborus, etc|, of S North, Central, and South America, having long legs and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caracara",1,1,1 ], "any of various large carrion-eating diurnal birds of prey of the genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracara",1,1,1 ], "naked faces: family Falconidae (falcons)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "caracole",1,1,1 ], "a half turn to the right or left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracole",1,1,2 ], "a spiral staircase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracole",1,2,1 ], "to execute a half turn to the right or left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracul",1,1,1 ], "the black loosely curled fur obtained from the skins of newly born lambs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caracul",1,1,1 ], "the karakul sheep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caracul",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of karakul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carafe",1,1,1,1 ], "a glass bottle for table use, for water or wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carafe",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carageen",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of carrageen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caramba",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated tree, Averrhoa carambola, of SE Asia: family Averrhoaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caramba",1,1,2 ], "older stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caramba",1,1,2 ], "the smooth-skinned yellow edible fruit of this tree, which is borne on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caramel",1,1,1 ], "burnt sugar, used for colouring and flavouring food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caramel",1,1,2 ], "a chewy sweet made from sugar, butter, milk, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caramelize",1,1,1 ], "to convert or be converted into caramel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carangid",1,1,1 ], "any marine percoid fish of the family Carangidae, having a compressed body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carangid",1,1,1 ], "deeply forked tail| The group includes the jacks, horse mackerel, pompano, and pilot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carangid",1,1,1 ], "fish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carangid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Carangidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carapace",1,1,1 ], "crabs, lobsters, tortoises, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carapace",1,1,1 ], "the thick hard shield, made of chitin or bone, that covers part of the body of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carat",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the weight of precious stones, esp| diamonds| It was formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carat",1,1,1 ], "defined as 3|17 grains, but the international carat is now standardized as 0|20 grams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carat",1,1,2 ], "Usual U|S| spelling: karat| a measure of the proportion of gold in an alloy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carat",1,1,2 ], "expressed as the number of parts of gold in 24 parts of the alloy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caratacus" ,1, 1, 1],"Caractacus, or Caradoc (k@@!rd@) n",1). c_DEF([ "caratacus" ,1, 1, 2],"Romans (43-50)",2). c_DEF([ "caratacus" ,1, 1, 2],"died ??54 a|d|, British chieftain: led an unsuccessful resistance against the",1). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a large enclosed vehicle capable of being pulled by a car or lorry and",1). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"equipped to be lived in| U|S| name: trailer",2). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 2],"(esp| in some parts of Asia and Africa) a company of traders or other",1). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 2],"travellers journeying together, often with a train of camels, through the desert",2). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 3],"a group of wagons, pack mules, camels, etc|, esp| travelling in single file",1). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 4],"a large covered vehicle, esp| a gaily coloured one used by Gypsies, circuses,",1). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 1, 4],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) Brit",1). c_DEF([ "caravan" ,1, 2, 2],"to travel or have a holiday in a caravan",1). c_DEF([ "caravanserai",1,1,1 ], "(in some Eastern countries, esp| formerly) a large inn enclosing a courtyard," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caravanserai",1,1,1 ], "providing accommodation for caravans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caravel",1,1,1 ], "a two- or three-masted sailing ship, esp| one with a broad beam, high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caravel",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "caravel",1,1,1 ], "poopdeck, and lateen rig that was used by the Spanish and Portuguese in the 15th and 16th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caraway",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous Eurasian plant, Carum carvi, having finely divided leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caraway",1,1,1 ], "clusters of small whitish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caraway",1,1,2 ], "caraway seed| the pungent aromatic one-seeded fruit of this plant, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caraway",1,1,2 ], "cooking and in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbamate",1,1,1 ], "NH2COO-, and the esters contain the group NH2COO-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbamate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of carbamic acid| The salts contain the monovalent ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbamic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: NH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbamic acid",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical compound known only in the form of carbamate salts and esters|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbamidine",1,1,1 ], "another name for guanidine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbanion",1,1,1 ], "a negatively charged organic ion, such as H3C-, derived from a free radical by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbanion",1,1,1 ], "addition of one electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbazole",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble solid obtained from coal tar and used in the production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbazole",1,1,1 ], "of some dyes| Formula: C12H9N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbene",1,1,1 ], "a neutral divalent free radical, such as methylene, CH2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbide",1,1,1 ], "an inorganic compound of carbon with a more electropositive element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbine",1,1,1 ], "a light automatic or semiautomatic rifle of limited range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbine",1,1,2 ], "a light short-barrelled shoulder rifle formerly used by cavalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbineer" ,1, 1, 1],"carabineer, or carabinier (kr@$In$I@@) n",1). c_DEF([ "carbineer" ,1, 1, 2],"(formerly) a soldier equipped with a carbine",1). c_DEF([ "carbo-",1,1,1 ], "carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbohydrate",1,1,1 ], "and polysaccharides, such as cellulose, glycogen, and starch, that contain carbon," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbohydrate",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of organic compounds, including sugars, such as sucrose," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbohydrate",1,1,1 ], "energy for animals" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "carbohydrate",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen, and oxygen, with the general formula Cm(H\2O)n: an important source of food and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbolated",1,1,1 ], "containing carbolic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbolic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for phenol, esp| when it is used as an antiseptic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbolic acid",1,1,1 ], "disinfectant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbolize",1,1,1 ], "another word for phenolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon arc",1,1,1,1 ], "an electric arc produced between a carbon electrode and material to be welded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon arc",1,1,1,1 ], "an electric arc produced between two carbon electrodes, formerly used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon arc",1,1,1,1 ], "light source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon arc",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon bisulphide",1,1,1 ], "(not in technical usage) another name for carbon disulphide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon black",1,1,1 ], "a black finely divided form of amorphous carbon produced by incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon black",1,1,1 ], "combustion of natural gas or petroleum: used to reinforce rubber and in the manufacture of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon black",1,1,1 ], "pigments and ink" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon copy",1,1,1 ], "a duplicate copy of writing, typewriting, or drawing obtained by using carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon copy",1,1,1 ], "paper| Often shortened to carbon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon copy",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is identical or very similar to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon cycle",1,1,1 ], "Carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is synthesized by plants into plant tissue, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon cycle",1,1,1 ], "is ingested and metabolized by animals and reduced to carbon dioxide again during" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon cycle",1,1,1 ], "respiration and decay" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "carbon cycle",1,1,1 ], "the circulation of carbon between living organisms and their surroundings|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon cycle",1,1,2 ], "four thermonuclear reactions believed to be the source of energy in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon cycle",1,1,2 ], "nuclei" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon cycle",1,1,2 ], "stars| Carbon nuclei function as catalysts in the fusion of protons to form helium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon dating",1,1,1 ], "short for radiocarbon dating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon dioxide snow",1,1,1 ], "solid carbon dioxide, used as a refrigerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon dioxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless incombustible gas present in the atmosphere and formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon dioxide",1,1,1 ], "dry ice for refrigeration| Formula: CO2" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "carbon dioxide",1,1,1 ], "during respiration, the decomposition and combustion of organic compounds, and in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon dioxide",1,1,1 ], "reaction of acids with carbonates: used in carbonated drinks, fire extinguishers, and as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon disulphide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless slightly soluble volatile flammable poisonous liquid commonly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon disulphide",1,1,1 ], "called (not in technical usage): carbon bisulphide" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "carbon disulphide",1,1,1 ], "having a disagreeable odour due to the presence of impurities: used as an organic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon disulphide",1,1,1 ], "solvent and in the manufacture of rayon and carbon tetrachloride| Formula: CS2| Also" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon fibre",1,1,1 ], "a black silky thread of pure carbon made by heating and stretching textile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon fibre",1,1,1 ], "fibres and used because of its lightness and strength at high temperatures for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon fibre",1,1,1 ], "reinforcing resins, ceramics, and metals, esp| in turbine blades" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon microphone",1,1,1 ], "a microphone in which a diaphragm, vibrated by sound waves, applies a varying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon microphone",1,1,1 ], "carbon| A current flowing through the carbon is thus modulated at the frequency of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon microphone",1,1,1 ], "pressure to a container packed with carbon granules, altering the resistance of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon microphone",1,1,1 ], "sound waves" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "carbon monoxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless poisonous flammable gas formed when carbon compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon monoxide",1,1,1 ], "a reducing agent in metallurgy and as a fuel| Formula: CO" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon monoxide",1,1,1 ], "burn in insufficient air and produced by the action of steam on hot carbon: used as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon paper",1,1,1 ], "a thin sheet of paper coated on one side with a dark waxy pigment, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon paper",1,1,1 ], "containing carbon, that is transferred by the pressure of writing or of typewriter keys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon paper",1,1,1 ], "onto the copying surface below| Often shortened to carbon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon paper",1,1,2 ], "another name for carbon tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon process",1,1,1 ], "a photographic process for producing positive prints by exposing sensitized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon process",1,1,1 ], "carbon tissue to light passing through a negative| Washing removes the unexposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon process",1,1,1 ], "gelatin leaving the pigmented image in the exposed insoluble gelatin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon steel",1,1,1 ], "contains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon steel",1,1,1 ], "steel whose characteristics are determined by the amount of carbon it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon tetrachloride",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile nonflammable sparingly soluble liquid made from chlorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon tetrachloride",1,1,1 ], "and carbon disulphide; tetrachloromethane| It is used as a solvent, cleaning fluid," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon tetrachloride",1,1,1 ], "and insecticide| Formula: CCl4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon tissue",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of paper coated with pigmented gelatin, used in the carbon process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,1 ], "4; relative density: 1|8-2|1 (amorphous), 1|9-2|3 (graphite), 3|1-3|5 (diamond);" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,1 ], "a nonmetallic element existing in the three allotropic forms: amorphous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,1 ], "and as a tracer| Symbol: C; atomic no|: 6; atomic wt|: 12|0115; valency: 2, 3, or" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,1 ], "carbon, graphite, and diamond: occurring in carbon dioxide, coal, oil, and all organic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,1 ], "compounds| The isotope carbon-12 has been adopted as the standard for atomic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,1 ], "sublimes above 3500 degrees C; boiling pt|: 4827 degrees C" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,1 ], "wt|;carbon-14, a radioisotope with a half-life of 5700 years, is used in radiocarbon dating" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,2 ], "short for carbon paper or carbon copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,3 ], "a carbon electrode used in a carbon-arc light or in carbon-arc welding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon",1,1,4 ], "a rod or plate, made of carbon, used in some types of battery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbon-14 dating",1,1,1 ], "another name for radiocarbon dating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or containing carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonade",1,1,1 ], "a stew of beef and onions cooked in beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonado" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece of meat, fish, etc|, scored and grilled",1). c_DEF([ "carbonado" ,1, 3, 1],"to score and grill (meat, fish, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "carbonado" ,1, 3, 2],"to hack or slash",1). c_DEF([ "carbonado",2,1,1 ], "an inferior dark massive variety of diamond used in industry for polishing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonado",2,1,1 ], "drilling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbonate",1,1,1 ], "CO'23-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbonate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of carbonic acid| Carbonate salts contain the divalent ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonate",1,2,1 ], "to form or turn into a carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonate",1,3,1 ], "drinks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbonate",1,3,1 ], "to treat with carbon dioxide or carbonic acid, as in the manufacture of soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonation",1,1,1 ], "absorption of or reaction with carbon dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonation",1,1,2 ], "another word for carbonization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonic acid",1,1,1 ], "a weak acid formed when carbon dioxide combines with water: obtained only in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonic acid",1,1,1 ], "aqueous solutions, never in the pure state| Formula: H2CO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbonic",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound) containing carbon, esp| tetravalent carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonic-acid gas",1,1,1 ], "another name for carbon dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carboniferous",1,1,1 ], "yielding coal or carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonium ion",1,1,1 ], "a positively charged organic ion, such as H3C', derived from a free radical by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonium ion",1,1,1 ], "removal of one electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbonize",1,1,1 ], "to turn into carbon as a result of heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonize",1,2,1 ], "to enrich or coat (a substance) with carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonize",1,3,1 ], "to react or unite with carbon|Also (for senses 2, 3): carburize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonyl chloride",1,1,1 ], "(not in technical usage) another name for phosgene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonyl",1,1,1 ], "of, consisting of, or containing the divalent group CO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonyl",1,1,2 ], "any one of a class of inorganic complexes in which carbonyl groups are bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbonyl",1,1,2 ], "directly to metal atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carboxyl group",1,1,1 ], "group: the functional group in organic acids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carboxyl group",1,1,1 ], "the monovalent group -COOH, consisting of a carbonyl group bound to a hydroxyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carboxylase",1,1,1 ], "any enzyme that catalyses the release of carbon dioxide from certain acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carboxylate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of a carboxylic acid having a formula of the type M(RCOO)x," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carboxylate",1,1,1 ], "groups" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carboxylate",1,1,1 ], "where M is a metal and R an organic group, or R1COOR2, where R1 and R2 are organic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carboxylic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic acids containing the carboxyl group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carboy",1,1,1 ], "a large glass or plastic bottle, usually protected by a basket or box, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carboy",1,1,1 ], "for containing corrosive liquids such as acids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbuncle",1,1,1 ], "an extensive skin eruption, similar to but larger than a boil, with several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbuncle",1,1,1 ], "openings: caused by staphylococcal infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carbuncle",1,1,2 ], "a rounded gemstone, esp| a garnet cut without facets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbuncle",1,1,3 ], "a dark reddish-greyish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carburation",1,1,1 ], "an explosive mixture for an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carburation",1,1,1 ], "the process of mixing a hydrocarbon fuel with a correct amount of air to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carburet",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to combine or mix (a gas, etc|) with carbon or carbon compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carburettor",1,1,1 ], "a device used in petrol engines for atomizing the petrol, controlling its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carburettor",1,1,1 ], "mixture with air, and regulating the intake of the air-petrol mixture into the engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carburize",1,1,1 ], "another word for carbonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carby",1,1,1 ], "short for carburettor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carbylamine",1,1,1 ], "another name for isocyanide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcajou",1,1,1 ], "a North American name for wolverine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcanet",1,1,1 ], "a jewelled collar or necklace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcass",1,1,1 ], "the dead body of an animal, esp| one that has been slaughtered for food, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcass",1,1,1 ], "the head, limbs, and entrails removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carcass",1,1,2 ], "a person's body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcass",1,1,3 ], "the skeleton or framework of a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcass",1,1,4 ], "the remains of anything when its life or vitality is gone; shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcinogen",1,1,1 ], "any substance that produces cancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcinoma",1,1,1 ], "any malignant tumour derived from epithelial tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcinoma",1,1,2 ], "another name for cancer ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcinomatosis",1,1,1 ], "a condition characterized by widespread dissemination of carcinomas or by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carcinomatosis",1,1,1 ], "carcinoma that affects a large area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card catalogue",1,1,1 ], "a catalogue of books, papers, etc|, filed on cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card file",1,1,1 ], "another term for card index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card index" ,1, 1, 1],"an index in which each item is separately listed on systematically arranged",1). c_DEF([ "card index" ,1, 1, 1],"cards",2). c_DEF([ "card index" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|)",1). c_DEF([ "card index" ,1, 2, 2],"to make such an index of (a book, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "card punch",1,1,1 ], "a device, controlled by a computer, for transferring information from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card punch",1,1,1 ], "central processing unit onto punched cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card punch",1,1,2 ], "another name for key punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card reader",1,1,1 ], "a device for reading information on a punched card and transferring it to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card reader",1,1,1 ], "computer or storage device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card vote",1,1,1 ], "a vote by delegates, esp| at a trade-union conference, in which each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card vote",1,1,1 ], "delegate's vote counts as a vote by all his constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,1 ], "a piece of stiff paper or thin cardboard, usually rectangular, with varied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,1 ], "entering scores in a game, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,1 ], "uses, as for filing information in an index, bearing a written notice for display," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,2 ], "such a card used for identification, reference, proof of membership, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,3 ], "bearing an illustration, printed greetings, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,3 ], "such a card used for sending greetings, messages, or invitations, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,4 ], "figures, symbols, etc|, used for playing games or for fortune-telling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,4 ], "one of a set of small pieces of cardboard, variously marked with significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,4,1 ], "short for playing card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,4,3 ], "cardsharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,5 ], "a witty, entertaining, or eccentric person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,6 ], "a daily programme of all the races at a meeting, listing the runners, riders," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,6 ], "weights to be carried, distances to be run, and conditions of each race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,7 ], "a thing or action used in order to gain an advantage, esp| one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",1,1,7 ], "concealed and kept in reserve until needed (esp| in the phrase a card up one's sleeve)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card",2,1,1 ], "a machine for combing fibres of cotton, wool, etc|, to remove small unwanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",2,1,1 ], "fibres before spinning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "card",2,1,2 ], "a comblike tool for raising the nap on cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card",2,2,1 ], "to process with such a machine or tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "card-carrying",1,1,1 ], "being an official member of a specified organization or set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardamom",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian zingiberaceous plant, Elettaria cardamomum, that has large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardamom",1,1,1 ], "hairy leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardamom",1,1,2 ], "the seeds of this plant, used esp| as a spice or condiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardamom",1,1,3 ], "a related East Indian plant, Amomum cardamomum, whose seeds are used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardamom",1,1,3 ], "substitute for cardamom seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardboard",1,1,1,1 ], "a thin stiff board made from paper pulp and used esp| for making cartons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardboard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardboard",1,2,1 ], "without substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiac",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiac",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the portion of the stomach connected to the oesophagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiac",1,2,1 ], "a person with a heart disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiac",1,2,2 ], "a drug that stimulates the heart muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardialgia",1,1,1 ], "pain in or near the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardialgia",1,1,2 ], "a technical name for heartburn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardigan",1,1,1 ], "a knitted jacket or sweater with buttons up the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal beetle",1,1,1 ], "Pyrochroa serraticornis, typically scarlet or partly scarlet in colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various large N temperate beetles of the family Pyrochroidae, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal flower",1,1,1 ], "a campanulaceous plant, Lobelia cardinalis of E North America, that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal flower",1,1,1 ], "brilliant scarlet, pink, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal number",1,1,1 ], "a number denoting quantity but not order in a group| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal number",1,1,1 ], "cardinal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal number",1,1,2 ], "the number of elements in a mathematical set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal points",1,1,1 ], "the four main points of the compass: north, south, east, and west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal virtues",1,1,1 ], "temperance, and fortitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal virtues",1,1,1 ], "the most important moral qualities, traditionally justice, prudence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,1,1 ], "any of the members of the Sacred College, ranking next after the pope, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,1,1 ], "elect the pope and act as his chief counsellors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,1,2 ], "a deep vivid red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,1,3 ], "redbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,1,4 ], "a crested North American bunting, Richmondena (or Pyrrhuloxia)cardinalis, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,1,4 ], "male of which has a bright red plumage and the female a brown one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,1,5 ], "a woman's hooded shoulder cape worn in the 17th and 18th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,2,1 ], "fundamentally important; principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,2,2 ], "of a deep vivid red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinal",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to the signs Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinalate",1,1,1 ], "the rank, office, or term of office of a cardinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardinalate",1,1,2 ], "the cardinals collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carding",1,1,1 ], "the process of preparing the fibres of cotton, wool, etc|, for spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardio-",1,1,1 ], "heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiogram",1,1,1 ], "short for electrocardiogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording the mechanical force and form of heart movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiograph",1,1,2 ], "short for electrocardiograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardioid",1,1,1 ], "a heart-shaped curve generated by a fixed point on a circle as it rolls around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardioid",1,1,1 ], "another fixed circle of equal radius, a|Equation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cardiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the heart and its diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiomegaly",1,1,1 ], "another name for megalocardia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardiovascular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the heart and the blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carditis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardoon",1,1,1 ], "a S European plant, Cynara cardunculus, closely related to the artichoke, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardoon",1,1,1 ], "family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cardoon",1,1,1 ], "spiny leaves, purple flowers, and a leafstalk that is blanched and eaten as celery:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,1,1 ], "any game or games played with cards, esp| playing cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,1,2 ], "the playing of such a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,2 ], "an employee's national insurance and other documents held by the employer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,3 ], "ask for or get one's cards| to ask or be told to terminate one's employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,4 ], "on the cards| possible or likely| U|S| equivalent: in the cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,5 ], "cards right)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,5 ], "play one's cards| to carry out one's plans (esp| in the phrase play one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cards",1,1,6 ], "put or lay one's cards on the table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cardsharp",1,1,1 ], "a professional card player who cheats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carduaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Carduaceae, a subfamily of composite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carduaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants that includes the thistle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to be troubled or concerned; be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,1,1 ], "affected emotionally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,2,1 ], "to have regard, affection, or consideration (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,3,1 ], "to have a desire or taste (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,3,2 ], "to provide physical needs, help, or comfort (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,4,1 ], "to agree or like (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,4,2 ], "for all I care or I couldn't care less| I am completely indifferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,5,1 ], "careful or serious attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,5,2 ], "protective or supervisory control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,5,3 ], "trouble; anxiety; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,5,4 ], "an object of or cause for concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,5,5 ], "caution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "care",1,5,6 ], "care of| at the address of: written on envelopes| Usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careen",1,1,1 ], "to sway or cause to sway dangerously over to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careen",1,2,1 ], "its bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "careen",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a vessel) to keel over to one side, esp| in order to clean or repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careen",1,3,1 ], "(of a vessel) to keel over to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "career girl",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman, often unmarried, who follows a career or profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "career",1,1,1 ], "a path or progress through life or history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "career",1,1,2 ], "a profession or occupation chosen as one's life's work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "career",1,1,3 ], "having or following a career as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "career",1,1,4 ], "a course or path, esp| a swift or headlong one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "career",1,2,1 ], "to move swiftly along; rush in an uncontrolled way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careerist",1,1,1 ], "a person who values success in his career above all else and seeks to advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careerist",1,1,1 ], "it by any possible means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "careers master" ,1, 1, 1],"a teacher who gives advice and information about careers to his pupils",1). c_DEF([ "carefree",1,1,1 ], "without worry or responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careful",1,1,1 ], "cautious in attitude or action; prudent; wary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careful",1,1,2 ], "painstaking in one's work; exact and thorough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careful",1,1,3 ], "solicitous; protective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careful",1,1,4 ], "full of care; anxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careful",1,1,5 ], "mean or miserly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careless",1,1,1 ], "done with or acting with insufficient attention; negligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careless",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by in, of, or about) unconcerned in attitude or action; heedless;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careless",1,1,2 ], "indifferent (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "careless",1,1,3 ], "carefree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careless",1,1,4 ], "unstudied; artless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caress",1,1,1 ], "a gentle touch or embrace, esp| one given to show affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caress",1,2,1 ], "to touch or stroke gently with affection or as with affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caret",1,1,1 ], "a symbol () used to indicate the place in written or printed matter at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caret",1,1,1 ], "something is to be inserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caretaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who is in charge of a place or thing, esp| in the owner's absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caretaker",1,1,2 ], "holding office temporarily; interim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "careworn",1,1,1 ], "showing signs of care, stress, worry, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carfare",1,1,1 ], "the fare that a passenger is charged for a ride on a bus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carfax",1,1,1 ], "a place where principal roads or streets intersect, esp| a place in a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carfax",1,1,1 ], "where four roads meet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carfuffle",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kerfuffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cargo cult",1,1,1 ], "a religious movement of the SW Pacific, characterized by expectation of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cargo cult",1,1,1 ], "of the followers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cargo cult",1,1,1 ], "return of spirits in ships or aircraft carrying goods that will provide for the needs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cargo",1,1,1,1 ], "goods carried by a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle; freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cargo",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cargo",1,1,2 ], "any load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carhop",1,1,1 ], "a waiter or waitress at a drive-in restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caribou",1,1,1 ], "a large deer, Rangifer tarandus, of Arctic regions of North America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caribou",1,1,1 ], "it is called a reindeer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "caribou",1,1,1 ], "large branched antlers in the male and female: also occurs in Europe and Asia, where" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caricature",1,1,1 ], "a pictorial, written, or acted representation of a person, which exaggerates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caricature",1,1,1 ], "his characteristic traits for comic effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caricature",1,1,2 ], "a ludicrously inadequate or inaccurate imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caricature",1,2,1 ], "to represent in or produce a caricature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caries",1,1,1 ], "progressive decay of a bone or a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carillon" ,1, 1, 1],"a set of bells usually hung in a tower and played either from a set of keys",1). c_DEF([ "carillon" ,1, 1, 1],"and pedals or mechanically",2). c_DEF([ "carillon" ,1, 1, 2],"a tune played on such bells",1). c_DEF([ "carillon" ,1, 1, 3],"a mixture stop on an organ giving the effect of a bell",1). c_DEF([ "carillon" ,1, 1, 4],"a form of celesta or keyboard glockenspiel",1). c_DEF([ "carillon" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to play a carillon",1). c_DEF([ "carillonneur",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays a carillon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carina",1,1,1 ], "a keel-like part or ridge, as in the breastbone of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carinate",1,1,1 ], "having a keel or ridge; shaped like a keel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carioca",1,1,1 ], "a Brazilian dance similar to the samba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carioca",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cariogenic",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) producing caries, esp| in the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cariole",1,1,1 ], "a small open two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cariole",1,1,2 ], "a covered cart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carious",1,1,1 ], "(of teeth or bone) affected with caries decayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cark",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for worry 13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carl",1,1,1 ], "another word for churl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carline",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian thistle-like plant, Carlina vulgaris, having spiny leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carline",1,1,1 ], "flower heads surrounded by raylike whitish bracts: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carline",2,1,1 ], "an old woman, hag, or witch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carline",2,1,2 ], "variant spellings of carling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carling",1,1,1 ], "a fore-and-aft beam in a vessel, used for supporting the deck, esp| around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carling",1,1,1 ], "hatchway or other opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carmagnole",1,1,1 ], "a dance and song popular during the French Revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carmagnole",1,1,2 ], "the costume worn by many French Revolutionaries, consisting of a short jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carmagnole",1,1,2 ], "with wide lapels, black trousers, a red liberty cap, and a tricoloured sash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carman",1,1,1 ], "a man who drives a car or cart; carter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carman",1,1,2 ], "a man whose business is the transport of goods; haulier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carman",1,1,3 ], "a tram driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carminative",1,1,1 ], "able to relieve flatulence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carminative",1,2,1 ], "a carminative drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carmine",1,1,1,1 ], "a vivid red colour, sometimes with a purplish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carmine",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carmine",1,1,2 ], "a pigment of this colour obtained from cochineal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnage",1,1,1 ], "extensive slaughter, esp| of human beings in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnal knowledge",1,1,1 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnal knowledge",1,1,2 ], "have carnal knowledge of| to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnal",1,1,1 ], "relating to the appetites and passions of the body; sensual; fleshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnallite",1,1,1 ], "a white or sometimes coloured mineral consisting of a hydrated chloride of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnallite",1,1,1 ], "as a fertilizer| Formula: KCl|MgCl2|6H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carnallite",1,1,1 ], "potassium and magnesium in rhombic crystalline form: a source of potassium and also used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carnassial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating the last upper premolar and first lower molar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnassial",1,1,1 ], "teeth of carnivores, which have sharp edges for tearing flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carnassial",1,2,1 ], "a carnassial tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnation",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian caryophyllaceous plant, Dianthus caryophyllus, cultivated in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnation",1,1,1 ], "varieties for its white, pink, or red flowers, which have a fragrant scent of cloves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carnation",1,1,2 ], "the flower of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnation",1,1,2,1 ], "a pink or reddish-pink colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnation",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnation",1,1,3 ], "a flesh tint in painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnauba",1,1,1 ], "a Brazilian fan palm, Copernicia cerifera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnauba",1,1,2 ], "the wax obtained from the young leaves of this tree, used esp| as a polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnelian",1,1,1 ], "a red or reddish-yellow translucent variety of chalcedony, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnet",1,1,1,1 ], "a customs licence authorizing the temporary importation of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnet",1,1,1,2 ], "an official document permitting motorists to cross certain frontiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnet",1,1,2 ], "a book of tickets, travel coupons, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnify",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Pathol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnify",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of lung tissue, as the result of pneumonia) to be altered so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnify",1,1,2 ], "resemble skeletal muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carnival",1,1,1,1 ], "a festive occasion or period marked by merrymaking, processions, etc|: esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnival",1,1,1,1 ], "some Roman Catholic countries, the period just before Lent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carnival",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnival",1,1,2 ], "a travelling fair having side shows, merry-go-rounds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnival",1,1,3 ], "a show or display arranged as an amusement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnival",1,1,4 ], "a sports meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnivore",1,1,1 ], "any placental mammal of the order Carnivora, typically having large pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnivore",1,1,1 ], "canine teeth and sharp molars and premolars, specialized for eating flesh| The order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carnivore",1,1,1 ], "includes cats, dogs, bears, raccoons, hyenas, civets, and weasels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carnivore",1,1,2 ], "any other animal or any plant that feeds on animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnivorous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of animals) feeding on flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnivorous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants such as the pitcher plant and sundew) able to trap and digest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnivorous",1,1,2 ], "insects and other small animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carnivorous",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the Carnivora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnotite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: K2(UO\2)2(V\2O\4)2|3H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carnotite",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive yellow mineral consisting of hydrated uranium potassium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carnotite",1,1,1 ], "vanadate: occurs in sedimentary rocks and is a source of uranium, radium, and vanadium|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carny",1,1,1 ], "to coax or cajole or act in a wheedling manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carob",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen caesalpiniaceous Mediterranean tree, Ceratonia siliqua, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carob",1,1,1 ], "compound leaves and edible pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carob",1,1,2 ], "sometimes for human food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carob",1,1,2 ], "the long blackish sugary pod of this tree, used for animal fodder and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caroche",1,1,1 ], "a stately ceremonial carriage used in the 16th and 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carol" ,1, 3, 2],"to sing (something) in a joyful manner",1). c_DEF([ "carol",1,1,1 ], "a joyful hymn or religious song, esp| one (a Christmas carol) celebrating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carol",1,1,1 ], "birth of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carol",1,1,2 ], "an old English circular dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carol",1,2,1 ], "(intr|) to sing carols at Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carol",1,2,2 ], "to sing (something) in a joyful manner|&-!caroler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carolus",1,1,1 ], "English gold coin from the reign of Charles I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carolus",1,1,1 ], "any of several coins struck in the reign of a king called Charles, esp| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carom",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for cannon ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carotene",1,1,1 ], "any of four orange-red isomers of an unsaturated hydrocarbon present in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carotene",1,1,1 ], "plants (#Gb-carotene is the orange pigment of carrots) and converted to vitamin A in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carotene",1,1,1 ], "the liver| Formula: C40H56" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carotenoid",1,1,1 ], "and certain animal tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carotenoid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of red or yellow pigments, including carotenes, found in plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carotenoid",1,2,1 ], "of or resembling carotene or a carotenoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carotid",1,1,1 ], "either one of the two principal arteries that supply blood to the head and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carotid",1,1,1 ], "neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carotid",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to either of these arteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carousal",1,1,1 ], "a merry drinking party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carouse",1,1,1 ], "to have a merry drinking spree; drink freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carouse",1,2,1 ], "another word for carousal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carousel",1,1,1 ], "another name for merry-go-round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carousel",1,1,2 ], "a tournament in which horsemen took part in races and various manoeuvres in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carousel",1,1,2 ], "formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carp",1,1,1 ], "a freshwater teleost food fish, Cyprinus carpio, having a body covered with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carp",1,1,1 ], "cycloid scales, a naked head, one long dorsal fin, and two barbels on each side of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carp",1,1,1 ], "mouth: family Cyprinidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "carp",1,1,2 ], "any other fish of the family Cyprinidae;a cyprinid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carp",2,1,1 ], "to complain or find fault nag pettily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpal",1,1,1,1 ], "any bone of the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpe diem",1,1,1 ], "enjoy the pleasures of the moment, without concern for the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpel",1,1,1 ], "style, and stigma| The carpels are separate or fused to form a single pistil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpel",1,1,1 ], "the female reproductive organ of flowering plants, consisting of an ovary," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpenter bee",1,1,1 ], "any large solitary bee of the genus Xylocopa and related genera that lays its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpenter bee",1,1,1 ], "eggs in tunnels bored into wood or in plant stems: family Apidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpenter moth",1,1,1 ], "any of various large moths of the family Cossidae, the larvae of which bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpenter moth",1,1,1 ], "beneath and cause damage to tree bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpenter",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in woodwork, esp| in buildings, ships, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpenter",1,2,1 ], "to do the work of a carpenter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpenter",1,3,1 ], "to make or fit together by or as if by carpentry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpentry",1,1,1 ], "the art or technique of working wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpentry",1,1,2 ], "the work produced by a carpenter; woodwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various beetles of the genus Anthrenus, the larvae of which feed on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet beetle",1,1,1 ], "carpets, furnishing fabrics, etc|: family Dermestidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpet knight",1,1,1 ], "a soldier who spends his life away from battle; idler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet shark",1,1,1 ], "a patterned back, typically marked with white and brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpet shark",1,1,1 ], "any of various sharks of the family Orectolobidae, having two dorsal fins and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet slipper",1,1,1 ], "carpeting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpet slipper",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of slippers, originally one made with woollen uppers resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet snake",1,1,1 ], "a large nonvenomous Australian snake, Morelia variegata, having a carpetlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet snake",1,1,1 ], "pattern on its back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,1,1,1 ], "a heavy fabric for covering floors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,1,2 ], "a covering like a carpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,1,3 ], "on the carpet| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,1,3,1 ], "before authority to be reproved for misconduct or error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,1,3,2 ], "under consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,2,1 ], "to cover with or as if with a carpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet",1,2,2 ], "to reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpet-sweeper",1,1,1 ], "a household device with a revolving brush for sweeping carpets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpetbag",1,1,1 ], "a travelling bag originally made of carpeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpetbagger",1,1,1 ], "a politician who seeks public office in a locality where he has no real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpetbagger",1,1,1 ], "connections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpetbagger",1,1,2 ], "Reconstruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpetbagger",1,1,2 ], "a Northern White who went to the South after the Civil War to profit from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpeting",1,1,1 ], "carpet material or carpets in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpi",1,1,1 ], "the plural of carpus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpo-",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) indicating fruit or a reproductive structure that develops into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpo-",1,1,1 ], "part of the fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpo-",2,1,1 ], "carpus or carpal bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpogonium",1,1,1 ], "ovum and a long neck down which the male gametes pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpogonium",1,1,1 ], "the female sex organ of red algae, consisting of a swollen base containing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the study of fruits and seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpometacarpus",1,1,1 ], "a bone in the wing of a bird that consists of the metacarpal bones and some of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpometacarpus",1,1,1 ], "the carpal bones fused together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpophagous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpophore",1,1,1 ], "an elongated part of the receptacle in flowers such as the geranium that bears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpophore",1,1,1 ], "the carpels and stamens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpophore",1,1,2 ], "a spore-bearing structure in some of the higher fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carport",1,1,1 ], "a shelter for a car usually consisting of a roof built out from the side of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carport",1,1,1 ], "building and supported by posts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpospore",1,1,1 ], "a sexual spore produced by red algae after fertilization of the carpogonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpus",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpus",1,1,2 ], "and the hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carpus",1,1,2 ], "the eight small bones of the human wrist that form the joint between the arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carpus",1,1,3 ], "the corresponding joint in other tetrapod vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrack",1,1,1 ], "a galleon sailed in the Mediterranean as a merchantman in the 15th and 16th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrack",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrageen",1,1,1 ], "N Europe, used to make a beverage, medicine, and jelly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrageen",1,1,1 ], "an edible red seaweed, Chondrus crispus, of rocky shores of North America and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrageen",1,1,2 ], "any product of this seaweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrefour",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for crossroads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrefour",1,1,2 ], "a public square, esp| one at the intersection of several roads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrel",1,1,1 ], "a small individual study room, often in a library, in which a student or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrel",1,1,1 ], "researcher can work undisturbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carriage dog",1,1,1 ], "a former name for dalmatian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriage trade",1,1,1 ], "wealthy patrons, as of a theatre, shop, restaurant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriage",1,1,1 ], "a railway coach for passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriage",1,1,2 ], "the manner in which a person holds and moves his head and body; bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriage",1,1,3 ], "a four-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle for persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriage",1,1,4 ], "the moving part of a machine that bears another part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriage",1,1,4,1 ], "the act of conveying; carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriage",1,1,4,2 ], "change is to be paid by the receiver, and carriage paid)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carriage",1,1,4,2 ], "the charge made for conveying (esp| in the phrases carriage forward, when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriageway",1,1,1 ], "direction only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carriageway",1,1,1 ], "the part of a road along which traffic passes in a single line moving in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrick bend",1,1,1 ], "a knot used for joining two ropes or cables together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrick bitt",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of strong posts used for supporting a windlass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier bag",1,1,1 ], "a large paper or plastic bag for carrying shopping, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier pigeon",1,1,1 ], "any homing pigeon, esp| one used for carrying messages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,1 ], "a person, thing, or organization employed to carry goods, passengers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,2 ], "a mechanism by which something is carried or moved, such as a device for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,2 ], "transmitting rotation from the faceplate of a lathe to the workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,3 ], "another name for vector ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,4 ], "a person or animal that, without having any symptoms of a disease, is capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,4 ], "of transmitting it to others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,5 ], "an electron or hole that carries the charge in a conductor or semiconductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6 ], "a wave of fixed amplitude and frequency that is modulated in amplitude," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6 ], "frequency, or phase in order to carry a signal in radio transmission, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6,1 ], "the inert solid on which a dyestuff is adsorbed in forming a lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6,2 ], "a substance, such as kieselguhr or asbestos, used to support a catalyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6,3 ], "an inactive substance containing a radioisotope used in radioactive tracing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6,4 ], "an inert gas used to transport the sample through a gas chromatography column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6,5 ], "a catalyst that effects the transfer of an atom or group from one molecule to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,6,5 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,7 ], "a breed of domestic fancy pigeon having a large walnut-shaped wattle over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,7 ], "beak; a distinct variety of pigeon from the homing or carrier pigeon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrier",1,1,8 ], "a U|S| name for roof rack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carriole",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cariole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrion crow",1,1,1 ], "a common predatory and scavenging European crow, Corvus corone, similar to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrion crow",1,1,1 ], "rook but having a pure black bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrion flower",1,1,1 ], "a liliaceous climbing plant, Smilax herbacea of E North America, whose small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrion flower",1,1,1 ], "green flowers smell like decaying flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrion flower",1,1,2 ], "any of several other plants, esp| any of the genus Stapelia, whose flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrion flower",1,1,2 ], "have an unpleasant odour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrion",1,1,1 ], "dead and rotting flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrion",1,1,2 ], "eating carrion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrion",1,1,3 ], "something rotten or repulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carron oil",1,1,1 ], "an ointment of limewater and linseed oil, formerly used to treat burns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carronade",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete light cannon of short barrel and large bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrot",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous plant, Daucus carota sativa, with finely divided leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrot",1,1,1 ], "flat clusters of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrot",1,1,2 ], "the long tapering orange root of this plant, eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrot",1,1,3 ], "something offered as a lure or incentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carroty",1,1,1 ], "of a reddish or yellowish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carroty",1,1,2 ], "having red hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrousel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of carousel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry away",1,1,1 ], "to remove forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry away",1,1,2 ], "(usually passive) to cause (a person) to lose self control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry away",1,1,3 ], "(usually passive) to delight or enrapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry back" ,1, 1, 1],"income of previous years in order to ease the overall tax burden",2). c_DEF([ "carry back" ,1, 1, 1],"to apply (a legally permitted credit, esp| an operating loss) to the taxable",1). c_DEF([ "carry forward" ,1, 1, 1],"to transfer (a balance) to the next page, column, etc",1). c_DEF([ "carry forward" ,1, 1, 2],"income of following years to ease the overall tax burden",2). c_DEF([ "carry forward" ,1, 1, 2],"to apply (a legally permitted credit, esp| an operating loss) to the taxable",1). c_DEF([ "carry forward" ,1, 2, 1],"Also called: carry-over| Tax accounting",1). c_DEF([ "carry forward" ,1, 2, 2],"an amount carried forward",1). c_DEF([ "carry off",1,1,1 ], "to remove forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry off",1,1,2 ], "to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry off",1,1,3 ], "to manage or handle (a situation) successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry off",1,1,4 ], "to cause to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry on" ,1, 1, 1],"to continue or persevere",1). c_DEF([ "carry on" ,1, 2, 1],"to manage or conduct",1). c_DEF([ "carry on" ,1, 3, 1],"to have an affair",1). c_DEF([ "carry on" ,1, 4, 1],"to cause a fuss or commotion",1). c_DEF([ "carry out",1,1,1 ], "to perform or cause to be implemented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry out",1,1,2 ], "to bring to completion; accomplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry over" ,1, 1, 1],"to postpone or defer",1). c_DEF([ "carry over" ,1, 1, 2],"another word for ,carry forward",1). c_DEF([ "carry over" ,1, 1, 3],"(on the London Stock Exchange) to postpone (payment or settlement) until the",1). c_DEF([ "carry over" ,1, 1, 3],"next account day",2). c_DEF([ "carry through",1,1,1 ], "to bring to completion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry through",1,1,2 ], "to enable to endure (hardship, trouble, etc|); support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 10],"to bear (the head, body, etc|) in a specified manner",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 11],"to conduct or bear (oneself) in a specified manner",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 12],"to continue or extend",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 13],"to cause to move or go",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 14],"to influence, esp| by emotional appeal",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 15],"to secure the passage of (a bill, motion, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 16],"to win (an election)",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 17],"to obtain victory for (a candidate or measure) in an election",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 18],"etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 18],"to win a plurality or majority of votes in (a district, legislative body,",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 19],"to capture",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 1],"(mainly tr|) to take or bear (something) from one place to another",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 20],"(of communications media) to include as the content",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 21],"Also (esp| U|S|): carry over| Book-keeping| to transfer (an item) to another",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 21],"account, esp| to transfer to the following year's account instead of writing off",2). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 21],"against profit and loss",3). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 22],"to tens in multiplication and addition",2). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 22],"to transfer (a number) from one column of figures to the next, as from units",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 23],"(of a shop, trader, etc|) to keep in stock",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 24],"to support (a musical part or melody) against the other parts",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 25],"to sustain (livestock)",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 26],"obtaining any products from them",2). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 26],"to maintain (livestock) in good health but without increasing their weight or",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 2],"to transfer for consideration; take",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 3],"to have on one's person",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 4],"to be transmitted or serve as a medium for transmitting",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 5],"to contain or be capable of containing",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 6],"to bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure, or responsibility of",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 7],"to have as an attribute or result",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 8],"to bring or communicate",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 1, 9],"to be pregnant with (young)",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 2, 1],"(of a ball, projectile, etc|) to travel through the air or reach a specified",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 2, 1],"point",2). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 2, 2],"(of a ball, etc|) to travel beyond",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 3, 1],"(of a gun) to have a range as specified",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 3, 2],"to retain contact with and pursue (a line of scent)",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 1],"(of ground) to be in such a condition that scent lies well upon it",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 2],"to dribble",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 3],"to imbibe (alcoholic drink) without showing ill effects|",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 4],"carry all before (one)| to win unanimous support or approval for (oneself)",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 5],"carry a tune| to be able to sing in tune",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 6],"carry the can| Informal| to take the responsibility for some misdemeanour,",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 6],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 4, 7],"carry the day| to win a contest or competition; succeed",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 5, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 5, 2],"the act of carrying",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 5, 3],"a portion of land over which a boat must be portaged",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 5, 4],"the range of a firearm or its projectile",1). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 5, 5],"the ball is struck to where it first touches the ground",2). c_DEF([ "carry" ,1, 5, 5],"the distance travelled by a ball, etc|, esp| (in golf) the distance from where",1). c_DEF([ "carryall",1,1,1 ], "a light four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage usually designed to carry four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carryall",1,1,1 ], "passengers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carryall",2,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for a holdall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrycot",1,1,1 ], "a light cot with handles, similar to but smaller than the body of a pram and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrycot",1,1,1 ], "often attachable to an unsprung wheeled frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrying charge",1,1,1 ], "the opportunity cost of unproductive assets, such as goods stored in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrying charge",1,1,1 ], "warehouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carrying place",1,1,1 ], "another name for portage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrying-on",1,1,1 ], "unconventional or questionable behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carrying-on",1,1,2 ], "excited or flirtatious behaviour, esp| when regarded as foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carse",1,1,1 ], "an area of low-lying land beside a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carsick",1,1,1 ], "nauseated from riding in a car or other vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart off",1,1,1 ], "to carry or remove brusquely or by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart track",1,1,1 ], "a rough track or road in a rural area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,1 ], "a heavy open vehicle, usually having two wheels and drawn by horses, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,1 ], "farming and to transport goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,2 ], "a light open horse-drawn vehicle having two wheels and springs, for business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,2 ], "or pleasure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,3 ], "any small vehicle drawn or pushed by hand, such as a trolley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,4 ], "in the cart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,4,1 ], "in an unpleasant or awkward situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,4,2 ], "in the lurch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,5 ], "put the cart before the horse| to reverse the usual or natural order of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,1,5 ], "things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,2,1 ], "to use or draw a cart to convey (goods, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cart",1,3,1 ], "to carry with effort; haul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartage",1,1,1 ], "the process or cost of carting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carte blanche",1,1,1 ], "complete discretion or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carte blanche",1,1,2 ], "a piquet hand containing no court cards: scoring ten points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carte du jour",1,1,1 ], "a menu listing dishes available on a particular day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carte",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of quarte (in fencing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartel",1,1,1 ], "a collusive international association of independent enterprises formed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartel",1,1,1 ], "monopolize production and distribution of a product or service, control prices, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartel",1,1,2 ], "an alliance of parties or interests to further common aims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartelize",1,1,1 ], "to form or be formed into a cartel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartful",1,1,1 ], "the amount a cart can hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carthorse",1,1,1 ], "a large heavily built horse kept for pulling carts or carriages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartilage bone",1,1,1 ], "any bone that develops within cartilage rather than in a fibrous tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartilage bone",1,1,1 ], "membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartilage",1,1,1 ], "Nontechnical name: gristle" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cartilage",1,1,1 ], "a tough elastic tissue composing most of the embryonic skeleton of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartilage",1,1,1 ], "only on the articulating ends of bones, in the thorax, trachea, nose, and ears|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cartilage",1,1,1 ], "vertebrates| In the adults of higher vertebrates it is mostly converted into bone, remaining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartilaginous fish",1,1,1 ], "any fish of the class Chondrichthyes, including the sharks, skates, and rays," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartilaginous fish",1,1,1 ], "having a skeleton composed entirely of cartilage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartload",1,1,1 ], "the amount a cart can hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartload",1,1,2 ], "a quantity of rubble, ballast, etc|, of between one quarter and one half of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartload",1,1,2 ], "cubic yard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartogram",1,1,1 ], "a map showing statistical information in diagrammatic form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartography" ,1, 1, 1],"the art, technique, or practice of compiling or drawing maps or charts",1). c_DEF([ "cartomancy",1,1,1 ], "the telling of fortunes with playing cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carton",1,1,1 ], "a cardboard box for containing goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carton",1,1,2 ], "a container of waxed paper or plastic in which liquids, such as milk, are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carton",1,1,2 ], "sold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carton",1,1,2,1 ], "a white disc at the centre of a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carton",1,1,2,2 ], "a shot that hits this disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartoon",1,1,1 ], "a humorous or satirical drawing, esp| one in a newspaper or magazine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartoon",1,1,1 ], "concerning a topical event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartoon",1,1,2 ], "a sequence of drawings in a newspaper, magazine, etc|, relating a comic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartoon",1,1,2 ], "adventurous situation| U|S| name: comic strip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartoon",1,1,3 ], "a full-size preparatory sketch for a fresco, tapestry, mosaic, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartoon",1,1,3 ], "which the final work is traced or copied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartouche",1,1,1 ], "a carved or cast ornamental tablet or panel in the form of a scroll, sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartouche",1,1,1 ], "having an inscription" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartouche",1,1,2 ], "Egyptian hieroglyphics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartouche",1,1,2 ], "an oblong figure enclosing characters expressing royal or divine names in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartouche",1,1,3 ], "the paper case holding combustible materials in certain fireworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartouche",1,1,4 ], "a cartridge or a box for cartridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge belt",1,1,1 ], "a belt with pockets for cartridge clips or loops for cartridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge clip",1,1,1 ], "a metallic container holding cartridges for an automatic firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge paper",1,1,1 ], "an uncoated type of drawing or printing paper, usually made from bleached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge paper",1,1,1 ], "sulphate wood pulp with an addition of esparto grass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge paper",1,1,2 ], "a heavy paper used in making cartridges or as drawing or printing paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge pen",1,1,1 ], "a pen having a removable ink reservoir that is replaced when empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical, usually metal casing containing an explosive charge and often a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,1 ], "bullet, for a rifle or other small arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,2 ], "a case for an explosive, such as a blasting charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,3 ], "an electromechanical transducer in the pickup of a gramophone, usually either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,3 ], "cartridge)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,3 ], "containing a piezoelectric crystal (crystal cartridge) or an electromagnet (magnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,4 ], "a container for magnetic tape that is inserted into a tape deck| It is about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,4 ], "four times the size of a cassette" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,5 ], "a light-tight film container that enables a camera to be loaded and unloaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartridge",1,1,5 ], "in normal light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartulary",1,1,1,1 ], "a collection of charters or records, esp| relating to the title to an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartulary",1,1,1,1 ], "or monastery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartulary",1,1,1,2 ], "any place where records are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartwheel",1,1,1 ], "the wheel of a cart, usually having wooden spokes and metal tyres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartwheel",1,1,2 ], "an acrobatic movement in which the body makes a sideways revolution supported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartwheel",1,1,2 ], "on the hands with arms and legs outstretched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cartwheel",1,1,3 ], "a large coin, esp| the silver dollar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cartwright",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes carts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caruncle",1,1,1 ], "a fleshy outgrowth on the heads of certain birds, such as a cock's comb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caruncle",1,1,2 ], "an outgrowth near the hilum on the seeds of some plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caruncle",1,1,3 ], "any small fleshy mass in or on the body, either natural or abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carve out",1,1,1 ], "to make or create (a career)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carve up" ,1, 1, 1],"to cut (something) into pieces",1). c_DEF([ "carve up" ,1, 1, 2],"to divide or dismember (a country, land, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "carve up" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "carve up" ,1, 2, 2],"the distribution of something, as of booty",1). c_DEF([ "carve",1,1,1 ], "to cut or chip in order to form something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carve",1,1,2 ], "to decorate or form (something) by cutting or chipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carve",1,1,3 ], "to slice (meat) into pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carvel",1,1,1 ], "another word for caravel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carvel-built",1,1,1 ], "(of a vessel) having a hull with planks made flush at the seams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carven",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or literary past participle of carve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carving knife",1,1,1 ], "a long-bladed knife for carving cooked meat for serving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "carving",1,1,1 ], "a figure or design produced by carving stone, wood, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caryatid",1,1,1 ], "a column, used to support an entablature, in the form of a draped female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caryatid",1,1,1 ], "figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caryo-",1,1,1 ], "variant of karyo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caryophyllaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Caryophyllaceae, a family of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caryophyllaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants including the pink, carnation, sweet william, and chickweed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caryopsis",1,1,1 ], "a dry seedlike fruit having the pericarp fused to the seed coat of the single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caryopsis",1,1,1 ], "seed: produced by the grasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "carzey",1,1,1 ], "a lavatory; toilet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casaba",1,1,1 ], "a kind of winter muskmelon having a yellow rind and sweet juicy flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casbah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kasbah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascabel",1,1,1 ], "a knoblike protrusion on the rear part of the breech of an obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascabel",1,1,1 ], "muzzle-loading cannon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cascabel",1,1,2 ], "the rear part itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall or series of waterfalls over rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this, such as folds of lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,1,2,1 ], "a consecutive sequence of chemical or physical processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,1,2,1 ], "a set of electrical components connected in series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,1,3 ], "discharge, cosmic-ray shower, or Geiger counter avalanche in a gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,1,3 ], "the cumulative process responsible for the formation of an electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascade",1,2,1 ], "to flow or fall in or like a cascade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascara sagrada",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to cascara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cascara sagrada",1,1,1 ], "the dried bark of the cascara buckthorn, used as a laxative and stimulant|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascara",1,1,1 ], "a shrub or small tree, Rhamnus purshiana of NW North America, whose bark is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascara",1,1,1 ], "source of cascara sagrada: family Rhamnaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cascarilla",1,1,1 ], "a West Indian euphorbiaceous shrub, Croton eluteria, whose bitter aromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cascarilla",1,1,1 ], "bark is used as a tonic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cascarilla",1,1,2 ], "the bark of this shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case history",1,1,1 ], "a record of a person's background, medical history, etc|, esp| one used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case history",1,1,1 ], "determining medical treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "case knife",1,1,1 ], "another name for sheath knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case law",1,1,1 ], "law established by following judicial decisions given in earlier cases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case shot",1,1,1 ], "another name for canister ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,1 ], "a single instance, occurrence, or example of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,10 ], "in case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,10,1 ], "in order to allow for eventualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,10,2 ], "in order to allow for the possibility that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,11 ], "in case of| in the event of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,12 ], "in no case| under no circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,2 ], "an instance of disease, injury, hardship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,3 ], "a question or matter for discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,4 ], "a specific condition or state of affairs; situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5 ], "a set of arguments supporting a particular action, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,1 ], "a person attended or served by a doctor, social worker, solicitor, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,1 ], "a set of grammatical categories of nouns, pronouns, and adjectives, marked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,1 ], "an action or suit at law or something that forms sufficient grounds for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,1 ], "bringing an action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,1 ], "inflection in some languages, indicating the relation of the noun, adjective, or pronoun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,1 ], "patient or client" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,1 ], "to other words in the sentence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,2 ], "any one of these categories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,5,2 ], "the evidence offered in court to support a claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,6 ], "an odd person; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,7 ], "love or infatuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,8 ], "as the case may be| according to the circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",1,1,9 ], "in any case| no matter what; anyhow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,1,1 ], "a container, such as a box or chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,1,2 ], "suitcase; briefcase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,2 ], "an outer cover or sheath, esp| for a watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,3 ], "a receptacle and its contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,4 ], "a pair or brace, esp| of pistols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,5 ], "another word for casing ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,6 ], "a completed cover ready to be fastened to a book to form its binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,7 ], "(the upper case) for capitals, the other (the lower case) for small letters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,7 ], "a tray divided into many compartments in which a compositor keeps individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,7 ], "metal types of a particular size and style| Cases were originally used in pairs, one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,1,8 ], "the surface of a piece of steel that has been case-hardened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,2,1 ], "to put into or cover with a case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case",2,2,2 ], "to inspect carefully (esp| a place to be robbed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case-harden",1,1,1 ], "heating in a carburizing environment with subsequent quenching or heat treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "case-harden",1,1,1 ], "to form a hard surface layer of high carbon content on (a steel component) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "case-harden",1,1,2 ], "to harden the spirit or disposition of; make callous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casease",1,1,1 ], "a proteolytic enzyme formed by certain bacteria that activates the solution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casease",1,1,1 ], "albumin and casein in milk and cheese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caseate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo caseation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caseation",1,1,1 ], "the formation of cheese from casein during the coagulation of milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caseation",1,1,2 ], "the degeneration of dead tissue into a soft cheeselike mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casebound",1,1,1 ], "another word for hardback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casefy",1,1,1 ], "to make or become similar to cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casein",1,1,1 ], "a phosphoprotein, precipitated from milk by the action of rennin, forming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casein",1,1,1 ], "basis of cheese: used in the manufacture of plastics and adhesives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caseinogen",1,1,1 ], "(U|S|): casein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caseinogen",1,1,1 ], "the principal protein of milk, converted to casein by rennin| Sometimes called" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casemate",1,1,1 ], "an armoured compartment in a ship or fortification in which guns are mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casement",1,1,1 ], "a window frame that is hinged on one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casement",1,1,2 ], "a window containing frames hinged at the side or at the top or bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casement",1,1,3 ], "a poetic word for window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caseose",1,1,1 ], "a peptide produced by the peptic digestion of casein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caseous",1,1,1 ], "of or like cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casern",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a billet or accommodation for soldiers in a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casework",1,1,1 ], "of individuals and families" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casework",1,1,1 ], "social work based on close study of the personal histories and circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caseworm",1,1,1 ], "another name for a caddis worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash crop",1,1,1 ], "a crop grown for sale rather than for subsistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash desk",1,1,1 ], "a counter or till in a shop where purchases are paid for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash discount",1,1,1 ], "a discount granted to a purchaser who pays before a stipulated date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash flow",1,1,1 ], "the movement of money into and out of a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash flow",1,1,2 ], "a prediction of such movement over a given period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash in",1,1,1 ], "to give (something) in exchange, esp| for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash in",1,2,1,1 ], "to profit (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash in",1,2,1,2 ], "to take advantage (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash in",1,3,1 ], "a slang expression for die'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash on delivery",1,1,1 ], "a service entailing cash payment to the carrier on delivery of merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash ratio",1,1,1 ], "banks must maintain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cash ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of cash on hand to total deposits that by law or custom commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash register",1,1,1 ], "a till with a keyboard that operates a mechanism for displaying and adding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash register",1,1,1 ], "amounts of cash received in individual sales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cash up",1,1,1 ], "(of cashiers, shopkeepers, etc|) to add up the money taken, esp| at the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash up",1,1,1 ], "a working day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cash",1,1,1 ], "banknotes and coins, esp| in hand or readily available; money or ready money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash",1,1,2 ], "cash down)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cash",1,1,2 ], "immediate payment, in full or part, for goods or services (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash",1,1,3 ], "of, for, or paid by cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash",1,2,1 ], "to obtain or pay ready money for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash",2,1,1 ], "any of various Chinese, Indonesian, or Indian coins of low value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash-and-carry",1,2,1 ], "delivered but removed by the purchaser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cash-and-carry",1,2,1 ], "sold or operated on a basis of cash payment for merchandise that is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cash-book",1,1,1 ], "a journal in which all cash or cheque receipts and disbursements are recorded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashed up",1,1,1 ], "having plenty of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashew",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American anacardiaceous evergreen tree, Anacardium occidentale," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashew",1,1,1 ], "bearing kidney-shaped nuts that protrude from a fleshy receptacle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cashew",1,1,2 ], "the nut of this tree, edible only when roasted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",1,1,1 ], "a person responsible for receiving payments for goods, services, etc|, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",1,1,1 ], "shop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",1,1,2 ], "an employee of a bank responsible for receiving deposits, cashing cheques, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",1,1,2 ], "other financial transactions; bank clerk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",1,1,3 ], "and disbursement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",1,1,3 ], "any person responsible for handling cash or maintaining records of its receipt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",2,1,1 ], "to dismiss with dishonour, esp| from the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashier",2,1,2 ], "to put away or discard; reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashmere",1,1,1,1 ], "a fine soft wool from goats of the Kashmir area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashmere",1,1,1,2 ], "cloth or knitted material made from this or similar wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashmere",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cashmere",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of kashmir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casimere",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cassimere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casing",1,1,1 ], "a protective case or cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casing",1,1,2 ], "material for a case or cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casing",1,1,3 ], "a frame containing a door, window, or staircase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casing",1,1,4 ], "container for sausage meat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casing",1,1,4 ], "the intestines of cattle, pigs, etc|, or a synthetic substitute, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casing",1,1,5 ], "the outer cover of a pneumatic tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casing",1,1,6 ], "a pipe or tube used to line a hole or shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casino",1,1,1 ], "a public building or room in which gaming takes place, esp| roulette and card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casino",1,1,1 ], "games such as baccarat and chemin de fer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casino",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of cassino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cask",1,1,1 ], "a strong wooden barrel used mainly to hold alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cask",1,1,2 ], "any barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cask",1,1,3 ], "the quantity contained in a cask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casket",1,1,1 ], "a small box or chest for valuables, esp| jewels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casket",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| name for coffin ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casque",1,1,1 ], "a helmet or a helmet-like process or structure, as on the bill of most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casque",1,1,1 ], "hornbills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassaba",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of casaba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassareep",1,1,1 ], "flavouring, esp| in West Indian cookery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassareep",1,1,1 ], "the juice of the bitter cassava root, boiled down to a syrup and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassata",1,1,1 ], "an ice cream, originating in Italy, usually containing nuts and candied fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassation",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in France) annulment, as of a judicial decision by a higher court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassava",1,1,1 ], "any tropical euphorbiaceous plant of the genus Manihot, esp| the widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassava",1,1,1 ], "cultivated American species M| esculenta (or utilissima)(bitter cassava) and M| dulcis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassava",1,1,2 ], "a starch derived from the root of this plant: an important food in the tropics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassava",1,1,2 ], "and a source of tapioca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casserole",1,1,1 ], "a covered dish of earthenware, glass, etc|, in which food is cooked and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casserole",1,1,1 ], "served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casserole",1,1,2 ], "any food cooked and served in such a dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casserole",1,2,1 ], "to cook or be cooked in a casserole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassette",1,1,1,1 ], "a plastic container for magnetic tape, inserted into a tape deck to be played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassette",1,1,1,1 ], "or used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassette",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassette",1,1,2 ], "another term for cartridge ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassette",1,1,3 ], "a container for film used to facilitate the loading of a camera or projector," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassette",1,1,3 ], "esp| when the film is used in the form of a loop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the mainly tropical caesalpiniaceous genus Cassia, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassia",1,1,1 ], "fistula, whose pods yield cassia pulp, a mild laxative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassia",1,1,2 ], "a lauraceous tree, Cinnamomum cassia, of tropical Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassia",1,1,3 ], "cassia bark| the cinnamon-like bark of this tree, used as a spice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassimere",1,1,1 ], "a woollen suiting cloth of plain or twill weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassino",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two to four players in which players pair cards from their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassino",1,1,1 ], "hands with others exposed on the table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassis",1,1,1 ], "a blackcurrant cordial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassiterite",1,1,1 ], "a hard heavy brownish-black mineral consisting of a tin oxide in tetragonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassiterite",1,1,1 ], "chief ore of tin| Formula: SnO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cassiterite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| It occurs in veins and alluvial deposits, esp| in Malaysia, and is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassock",1,1,1 ], "an ankle-length garment, usually black, worn by priests and choristers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassoulet",1,1,1 ], "a stew originating from France, made from haricot beans and goose, duck, pork," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassoulet",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassowary",1,1,1 ], "Australia, New Guinea, and adjacent islands, having a horny head crest, black plumage, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cassowary",1,1,1 ], "any large flightless bird of the genus Casuarius, inhabiting forests in NE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cassowary",1,1,1 ], "brightly coloured neck and wattles: order Casuariiformes (see ratite)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cast about",1,1,1 ], "to make a mental or visual search" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast back",1,1,1 ], "to turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast back",1,1,2 ], "(the mind) to the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast down",1,1,1 ], "to make (a person) discouraged or dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast iron" ,1, 1, 1],"and must be cast into shape",2). c_DEF([ "cast iron" ,1, 1, 1],"iron containing so much carbon (1|7 to 4|5 per cent) that it cannot be wrought",1). c_DEF([ "cast on",1,1,1 ], "to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast on",1,1,2 ], "(the first row of stitches) in knitting and weaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast steel",1,1,1 ], "and sulphur that is cast into shape rather than wrought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast steel",1,1,1 ], "steel containing varying amounts of carbon, manganese, phosphorus, silicon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to throw or expel with violence or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,10 ], "to draw or choose (lots)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,11 ], "to give or deposit (a vote)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,12 ], "to select (actors) to play parts in (a play, film, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,12,1 ], "to shape (molten metal, glass, etc|) by pouring or pressing it into a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,12,2 ], "to make (an object) by such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,13 ], "to compute (figures or a total)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,14 ], "to predict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,15 ], "characteristics, behaviour, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,15 ], "the signs of the zodiac at a particular time for interpretation in terms of human" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,15 ], "to draw on (a horoscope) details concerning the positions of the planets in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,16 ], "to contrive (esp| in the phrase cast a spell)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,17 ], "to formulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,18 ], "to twist or cause to twist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,19 ], "away from the wind in getting under way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,19 ], "to turn the head of (a sailing vessel) or (of a sailing vessel) to be turned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,2 ], "to throw off or away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,20 ], "have passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,20 ], "to direct (a pack of hounds) over (ground) where their quarry may recently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,3 ], "to reject or dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,4 ], "to shed or drop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,5 ], "to cause to appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,6 ], "to express (doubts, suspicions, etc|) or cause (them) to be felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,7 ], "to direct (a glance, attention, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,8 ], "to place, esp| in a violent manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,1,9 ], "to throw (a baited line) into the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,2,1 ], "(of birds of prey) to eject from the crop and bill a pellet consisting of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,2,1 ], "indigestible parts of birds or animals previously eaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,2,2 ], "to hold the body of a hawk between the hands so as to perform some operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,2,2 ], "upon it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,2,3 ], "to stereotype or electrotype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,2,4 ], "cast in one's lot with| to share in the activities or fortunes of (someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,2,4 ], "else)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,1 ], "the act of casting or throwing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,1,1 ], "casting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,10 ], "a mass of fatty, waxy, cellular, or other material formed in a diseased body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,10 ], "cavity, passage, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,11 ], "the act of casting a pack of hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,12 ], "a pair of falcons working in combination to pursue the same quarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,13 ], "the speed imparted to an arrow by a particular bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,14 ], "a slight tinge or trace, as of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,15 ], "a computation or calculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,16 ], "a forecast or conjecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,17 ], "fortune or stroke of fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,18 ], "a mineral representation of an organic object, esp| a lump of mineral that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,18 ], "indicates the shape and internal structure of a shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,2 ], "an earthworm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,2 ], "something that is shed, dropped, or egested, such as the coil of earth left by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,2,2 ], "another name for pellet ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,3 ], "an object that is thrown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4 ], "the distance an object is or may be thrown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,1 ], "a throw at dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,1 ], "an object made of metal, glass, etc|, that has been shaped in a molten state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,1 ], "by being poured or pressed into a mould" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of casting a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,1 ], "the actors in a play collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,2 ], "another name for trace ,2,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,2 ], "the mould used to shape such an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,4,2 ], "the resulting number shown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,5 ], "form or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,6 ], "sort, kind, or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,7 ], "a fixed twist or defect, esp| in the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,8 ], "a distortion of shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,9 ], "a rigid encircling casing, often made of plaster of Paris, for immobilizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cast",1,3,9 ], "broken bones while they heal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cast-off" ,1, 1, 1],"cast off",1). c_DEF([ "cast-off" ,1, 1, 1],"thrown away; abandoned",1). c_DEF([ "cast-off" ,1, 1, 2],"to remove (mooring lines) that hold (a vessel) to a dock",1). c_DEF([ "cast-off" ,1, 1, 3],"to knot (a row of stitches, esp| the final row) in finishing off knitted or",1). c_DEF([ "cast-off" ,1, 1, 3],"woven material",2). c_DEF([ "cast-off" ,1, 1, 4],"copy, etc|) when it is printed in a particular size and style of type",2). c_DEF([ "cast-off" ,1, 1, 4],"to estimate the amount of space that will be taken up by (a book, piece of",1). c_DEF([ "castanets",1,1,1 ], "curved pieces of hollow wood, usually held between the fingers and thumb and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castanets",1,1,1 ], "made to click together: used esp| by Spanish dancers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castaway" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who has been shipwrecked",1). c_DEF([ "castaway" ,1, 1, 2],"something thrown off or away; castoff",1). c_DEF([ "castaway" ,1, 2, 1],"shipwrecked or put adrift",1). c_DEF([ "castaway" ,1, 2, 2],"thrown away or rejected",1). c_DEF([ "castaway" ,1, 3, 1],"way",1). c_DEF([ "castaway" ,1, 3, 2],"(tr|, adv|; often passive) to cause (a ship, person, etc|) to be shipwrecked",1). c_DEF([ "castaway" ,1, 3, 2],"or abandoned",2). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,1,1 ], "Vaisya, and Sudra, into which Hindu society is divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the four major hereditary classes, namely the Brahman, Kshatriya," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,1,2 ], "caste system| the system or basis of such classes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,1,3 ], "the social position or rank conferred by this system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,2 ], "any social class or system based on such distinctions as heredity, rank," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,2 ], "wealth, profession, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,3 ], "the position conferred by such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,4 ], "lose caste| Informal| to lose one's social position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,5 ], "any of various types of specialized individual, such as the worker, in social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caste",1,1,5 ], "insects (hive bees, ants, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castellan",1,1,1 ], "a keeper or governor of a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castellany",1,1,1 ], "the office, rank, or jurisdiction of a castellan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castellany",1,1,2 ], "land belonging to a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castellated",1,1,1 ], "having turrets and battlements, like a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castellated",1,1,2 ], "having indentations similar to battlements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caster sugar",1,1,1 ], "finely ground white sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caster",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that casts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caster",1,1,2 ], "a bottle with a perforated top for sprinkling sugar, etc|, or a stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caster",1,1,2 ], "containing such bottles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caster",1,1,3 ], "a small swivelling wheel attached to each leg of a piece of furniture to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caster",1,1,3 ], "facilitate movement",2 ). c_DEF([ "castigate",1,1,1 ], "to rebuke or criticize in a severe manner chastise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casting vote",1,1,1 ], "on both sides are equal in number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casting vote",1,1,1 ], "the deciding vote used by the presiding officer of an assembly when votes cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casting",1,1,1 ], "an object or figure that has been cast, esp| in metal from a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casting",1,1,2 ], "the process of transferring molten steel to a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casting",1,1,3 ], "the choosing of actors for a production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casting",1,1,4 ], "recently have passed so that they can quest for, discover, or recapture its scent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casting",1,1,4 ], "the act of directing a pack of hounds over ground where their quarry may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casting",1,1,5 ], "another word for cast ,1,27 or pellet ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle in the air",1,1,1 ], "a hope or desire unlikely to be realized; daydream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle nut",1,1,1 ], "a hexagonal nut with six slots in the head, two of which take a locking pin to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle nut",1,1,1 ], "hold it firmly in position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,1,1 ], "a fortified building or set of buildings, usually permanently garrisoned, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,1,1 ], "in medieval Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,1,2 ], "any fortified place or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,1,3 ], "a large magnificent house, esp| when the present or former home of a nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,1,3 ], "or prince" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,1,4 ], "the citadel and strongest part of the fortifications of a medieval town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,1,5 ], "another name for rook ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,2,1 ], "nearest rook on the square passed over by the king" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castle",1,2,1 ], "to move (the king) two squares laterally on the first rank and place the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castled",1,1,1 ], "like a castle in construction; castellated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castled",1,1,2 ], "(of an area) having many castles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor bean",1,1,1 ], "another name for castor-oil plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor bean",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor oil",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellow glutinous oil obtained from the seeds of the castor-oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor oil",1,1,1 ], "plant and used as a fine lubricant and as a cathartic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castor",1,1,1 ], "perfumery and medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castor",1,1,1 ], "the brownish aromatic secretion of the anal glands of a beaver, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor",1,1,2 ], "the fur of the beaver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor",1,1,3 ], "a hat made of beaver or similar fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor",1,1,4 ], "a less common name for beaver ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caster 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor",2,2,1 ], "good; fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor-oil plant",1,1,1 ], "a tall euphorbiaceous Indian plant, Ricinus communis, cultivated in tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castor-oil plant",1,1,1 ], "regions for ornament and for its poisonous seeds, from which castor oil is extracted|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castrate",1,1,1 ], "to remove the testicles of; emasculate; geld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castrate",1,1,2 ], "to deprive of vigour, masculinity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castrate",1,1,3 ], "to remove the ovaries of; spay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castrate",1,1,4 ], "to expurgate or censor a book, play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castration complex",1,1,1 ], "an unconscious fear of having one's genitals removed| It is an integral part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castration complex",1,1,1 ], "of the Oedipus complex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "castrato",1,1,1 ], "(in 17th- and 18th-century opera, etc|) a male singer whose testicles were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "castrato",1,1,1 ], "removed before puberty, allowing the retention of a soprano or alto voice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,1,1 ], "happening by accident or chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,1,2 ], "offhand; not premeditated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,1,3 ], "shallow or superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,1,4 ], "being or seeming unconcerned or apathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,1,5 ], "(esp| of dress) for informal wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,1,6 ], "occasional or irregular; part-time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,2,1 ], "an informal article of clothing or footwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casual",1,2,2 ], "a part-time or occasional worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casualty",1,1,1 ], "a serviceman who is killed, wounded, captured, or missing as a result of enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casualty",1,1,1 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casualty",1,1,2 ], "a person who is injured or killed in an accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casualty",1,1,3 ], "anything that is lost, damaged, or destroyed as the result of an accident," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casualty",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casuarina",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the genus Casuarina, of Australia and the East Indies, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casuarina",1,1,1 ], "jointed leafless branches: family Casuarinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casuist",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a theologian, who attempts to resolve moral dilemmas by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casuist",1,1,1 ], "application of general rules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casuist",1,1,2 ], "a person who is oversubtle in his analysis of fine distinctions; sophist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casuistry",1,1,1 ], "esp| where conflicting obligations arise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "casuistry",1,1,1 ], "the application of general ethical principles to particular moral problems," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casuistry",1,1,2 ], "reasoning that is specious, misleading, or oversubtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casus belli",1,1,1 ], "an event or act used to justify a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "casus belli",1,1,2 ], "the immediate cause of a quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat brier",1,1,1 ], "another name for greenbrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat burglar",1,1,1 ], "a burglar who enters buildings by climbing through upper windows, skylights," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat burglar",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat cracker",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for catalytic cracker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat hole",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of holes in the after part of a ship through which hawsers are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat hole",1,1,1 ], "passed for steadying the ship or heaving astern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat rig",1,1,1 ], "the rig of a catboat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat suit",1,1,1 ], "a one-piece usually close-fitting trouser suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 10],"short for ,cat-o'-nine-tails",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 11],"fight like Kilkenny cats| to fight until both parties are destroyed",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 12],"let the cat out of the bag| to disclose a secret, often by mistake",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 13],"like a cat on a hot tin roof or on hot bricks| in an uneasy or agitated state",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 14],"like cat and dog| quarrelling savagely",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 15],"look like something the cat brought in| to appear dishevelled or bedraggled",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 16],"not a cat in hell's chance| no chance at all",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 17],"not have room to swing a cat| to have very little space",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 18],"disturbing new element",2). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 18],"put, set, etc|, the cat among the pigeons| to introduce some violently",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 19],"esp| before a final act of cruelty or unkindness",2). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 19],"play cat and mouse| to play with a person or animal in a cruel or teasing way,",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 1],"a small domesticated feline mammal, Felis catus (or domesticus), having thick",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 1],"kept as a pet or to catch rats and mice",3). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 1],"soft fur and occurring in many breeds in which the colour of the fur varies greatly:",2). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 20],"rain cats and dogs| to rain very heavily",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 2],"any of the larger felines, such as a lion or tiger",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 3],"any wild feline mammal of the genus Felis, such as the lynx or serval,",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 3],"resembling the domestic cat",2). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 4],"a woman who gossips maliciously",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 5],"a man; guy",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 6],"a heavy tackle for hoisting an anchor to the cathead",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 7],"a short sharp-ended piece of wood used in the game of tipcat",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 8],"short for ,catboat",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 1, 9],"short for ,caterpillar (the vehicle)",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to flog with a cat-o'-nine-tails",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) Nautical",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 2, 3],"to hoist (an anchor) to the cathead",1). c_DEF([ "cat" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) a slang word for vomit",1). c_DEF([ "cat",2,1,1 ], "short for catamaran ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's cradle",1,1,1 ], "a game played by making intricate patterns with a loop of string between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's cradle",1,1,1 ], "fingers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat's whisker",1,1,1 ], "a pointed wire formerly used to make contact with the crystal in a crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's whisker",1,1,1 ], "radio receiver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat's whisker",1,1,2 ], "any wire used to make contact with a semiconductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's whiskers",1,1,1 ], "Slang| a person or thing that is excellent or superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-ear",1,1,1 ], "any of various European plants of the genus Hypochoeris, esp| H| radicata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-ear",1,1,1 ], "having dandelion-like heads of yellow flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-eye",1,1,1 ], "a glass reflector set into a small fixture, placed at intervals along roads to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-eye",1,1,1 ], "indicate traffic lanes at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-eye",1,1,2 ], "any of a group of gemstones, esp| a greenish-yellow variety of chrysoberyl," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-eye",1,1,2 ], "that reflect a streak of light when cut in a rounded unfaceted shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-foot",1,1,1 ], "a European plant, Antennaria dioica, with whitish woolly leaves and heads of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-foot",1,1,1 ], "typically white flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-paw",1,1,1 ], "a person used by another as a tool; dupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-paw",1,1,2 ], "a hitch in the form of two loops, or eyes, in the bight of a line, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-paw",1,1,2 ], "attaching it to a hook" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-paw",1,1,3 ], "a pattern of ripples on the surface of water caused by a light wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-tail",1,1,1 ], "another name for reed mace ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat's-tail",1,1,2 ], "another name for catkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat-o'-mountain",1,1,1 ], "another name for catamount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat-o'-nine-tails",1,1,1 ], "a rope whip consisting of nine knotted thongs, used formerly to flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat-o'-nine-tails",1,1,1 ], "prisoners| Often shortened to cat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cat-train",1,1,1 ], "a train of sleds, cabooses, etc|, pulled by a caterpillar tractor, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat-train",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in the north during winter to transport freight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cata-",1,1,1 ], "before an aspirate cath-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cata-",1,2,1 ], "down; downwards; lower in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cata-",1,2,2 ], "indicating reversal, opposition, degeneration, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catabasis",1,1,1 ], "a descent or downward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catabasis",1,1,2 ], "the decline of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catabolism",1,1,1 ], "a metabolic process in which complex molecules are broken down into simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catabolism",1,1,1 ], "ones with the release of energy; destructive metabolism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catabolite",1,1,1 ], "a substance produced as a result of catabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catacaustic",1,1,1 ], "(of a caustic curve or surface) formed by reflected light rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catacaustic",1,2,1 ], "a catacaustic curve or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catachresis",1,1,1 ], "the incorrect use of words, as luxuriant for luxurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataclasis",1,2,1 ], "the deformation of rocks by crushing and shearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataclinal",1,1,1 ], "(of streams, valleys, etc|) running in the direction of the dip of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataclinal",1,1,1 ], "surrounding rock strata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cataclysm",1,1,1 ], "a violent upheaval, esp| of a political, military, or social nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataclysm",1,1,2 ], "a disastrous flood; deluge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataclysm",1,1,3 ], "another name for catastrophe ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catacomb",1,1,1 ], "an underground burial place, esp| the galleries at Rome, consisting of tunnels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catacomb",1,1,1 ], "with vaults or niches leading off them for tombs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catacomb",1,1,2 ], "a series of underground tunnels or caves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catadromous",1,1,1 ], "(of fishes such as the eel) migrating down rivers to the sea in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catadromous",1,1,1 ], "breed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catafalque",1,1,1 ], "a temporary raised platform on which a body lies in state before or during a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catafalque",1,1,1 ], "funeral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catalase",1,1,1 ], "an iron-containing enzyme that catalyses the decomposition of peroxides, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalase",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen peroxide, to oxygen and water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catalectic",1,1,1 ], "(of a line of verse) having an incomplete final foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalepsy",1,1,1 ], "a disturbance of consciousness, occurring esp| in schizophrenia, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalepsy",1,1,1 ], "by prolonged maintenance of rigid postures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catalo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cattalo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue raisonn",1,1,1 ], "a descriptive catalogue, esp| one covering works of art in an exhibition or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue raisonn",1,1,1 ], "collection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue",1,1,1 ], "a complete, usually alphabetical list of items, often with notes giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue",1,1,1 ], "details" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue",1,1,2 ], "a list of all the books or resources of a library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue",1,1,3 ], "a list of courses offered by a university, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue",1,2,1 ], "to compile a catalogue of (a library, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalogue",1,2,2 ], "to add (books, items, etc|) to an existing catalogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalpa",1,1,1 ], "any bignoniaceous tree of the genus Catalpa of North America and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalpa",1,1,1 ], "large leaves, bell-shaped whitish flowers, and long slender pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catalyse",1,1,1 ], "to influence (a chemical reaction) by catalysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalysis",1,1,1 ], "acceleration of a chemical reaction by the action of a catalyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalyst",1,1,1 ], "a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalyst",1,1,1 ], "suffering any permanent chemical change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catalyst",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that causes a change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalytic cracker",1,1,1 ], "a unit in an oil refinery in which mineral oils with high boiling points are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catalytic cracker",1,1,1 ], "cat cracker" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "catalytic cracker",1,1,1 ], "converted to fuels with lower boiling points by a catalytic process| Often shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catamaran",1,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel with twin hulls held parallel by a rigid framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catamaran",1,1,2 ], "a primitive raft made of logs lashed together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catamaran",1,1,3 ], "a quarrelsome woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catamenia",1,1,1 ], "another word for menses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catamite",1,1,1 ], "a boy kept for homosexual purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catamount",1,1,1 ], "any of various medium-sized felines, such as the puma or lynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataphoresis",1,1,1 ], "another name for electrophoresis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataphyll",1,1,1 ], "a simplified form of plant leaf, such as a scale leaf or cotyledon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataplasia",1,1,1 ], "the degeneration of cells and tissues to a less highly developed form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataplasm",1,1,1 ], "another name for poultice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataplexy",1,1,1 ], "sudden temporary paralysis, brought on by intense emotion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataplexy",1,1,2 ], "a state of complete absence of movement assumed by animals while shamming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataplexy",1,1,2 ], "death|cataplectic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catapult",1,1,1 ], "a Y-shaped implement with a loop of elastic fastened to the ends of the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catapult",1,1,1 ], "prongs, used mainly by children for shooting small stones, etc| U|S| name: slingshot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catapult",1,1,2 ], "a heavy war engine used formerly for hurling stones, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catapult",1,1,3 ], "a device installed in warships to launch aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catapult",1,2,1 ], "to shoot forth from or as if from a catapult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catapult",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by over, into, etc|) to move precipitately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataract",1,1,1 ], "a large waterfall or rapids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataract",1,1,2 ], "a deluge; downpour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataract",1,1,2,1 ], "partial or total opacity of the crystalline lens of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cataract",1,1,2,2 ], "the opaque area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catarrh",1,1,1 ], "affecting the nose and throat in the common cold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catarrh",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a mucous membrane with increased production of mucus, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catarrhine",1,1,1 ], "(of apes and Old World monkeys) having the nostrils set close together and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catarrhine",1,1,1 ], "opening to the front of the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catarrhine",1,1,2 ], "having a thin or narrow nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catarrhine",1,2,1 ], "an animal or person with this characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catastrophe",1,1,1 ], "a sudden, extensive, or notable disaster or misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catastrophe",1,1,2 ], "the denouement of a play, esp| a classical tragedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catastrophe",1,1,3 ], "a final decisive event, usually causing a disastrous end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catastrophe",1,1,4 ], "any sudden and violent change in the earth's surface caused by flooding," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catastrophe",1,1,4 ], "earthquake, or some other process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catastrophism",1,1,1 ], "terms of sudden violent catastrophes rather than gradual evolutionary processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catastrophism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that explains major changes in fossils, rock strata, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catatonia",1,1,1 ], "a form of schizophrenia characterized by muscular rigidity and stupor, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catatonia",1,1,1 ], "outbreaks of excitement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catbird",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American songbirds of the family Mimidae (mockingbirds)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catbird",1,1,1 ], "esp| Dumetella carolinensis, whose call resembles the mewing of a cat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catbird",1,1,2 ], "Scenopoeetes, having a catlike call" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catbird",1,1,2 ], "any of several Australian bowerbirds of the genera Ailuroedus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catboat",1,1,1 ], "a large sail, usually rigged with a gaff| Shortened form: cat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catboat",1,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel with a single mast, set well forward and often unstayed, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catcall",1,1,1 ], "a shrill whistle or cry expressing disapproval, as at a public meeting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catcall",1,2,1 ], "to utter such a call (at); deride with catcalls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch basin",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for catch pit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch crop",1,1,1 ], "a quick-growing crop planted between two regular crops grown in consecutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch crop",1,1,1 ], "seasons, or between two rows of regular crops in the same season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch on",1,1,1 ], "to become popular or fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch on",1,1,2 ], "to grasp mentally; understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch out",1,1,1 ], "to trap (a person), esp| in an error or doing something reprehensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch phrase",1,1,1 ], "a well-known frequently used phrase, esp| one associated with a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch phrase",1,1,1 ], "group, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch pit",1,1,1 ], "a pit in a drainage system in which matter is collected that might otherwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch pit",1,1,1 ], "block a sewer| U|S| name: catch basin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch points",1,1,1 ], "a main line accidentally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch points",1,1,1 ], "railway points designed to derail a train in order to prevent its running onto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch up",1,1,1 ], "to seize and take up (something) quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch up",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by with) to reach or pass (someone or something)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch up",1,1,2 ], "after following" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch up",1,2,1 ], "activity)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch up",1,2,1 ], "to make up for lost ground or deal with a backlog (in some specified task or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch up",1,3,1 ], "to absorb or involve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch up",1,4,1 ], "to raise by or as if by fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,1,1 ], "to take hold of so as to retain or restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,10,1 ], "to comprehend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,11,1 ], "to hear accurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,12,1 ], "to captivate or charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,13,1 ], "to perceive and reproduce accurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,14,1 ], "to hold back or restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,15,1 ], "to become alight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,16,1 ], "it touches the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,16,1 ], "to dismiss (a batsman) by intercepting and holding a ball struck by him before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,17,1,1 ], "to grasp or attempt to grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,17,1,2 ], "to take advantage (of), esp| eagerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,18,1 ], "to make pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,18,2 ], "catch it| Informal| to be scolded or reprimanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,1 ], "the act of catching or grasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,10 ], "a type of round popular in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,10 ], "humorous text that is often indecent or bawdy and hard to articulate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,11 ], "another name for bell sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,12 ], "a fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,2 ], "a device that catches and fastens, such as a latch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,3 ], "anything that is caught, esp| something worth catching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,4 ], "the amount or number caught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,5 ], "a person regarded as an eligible matrimonial prospect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,6 ], "a check or break in the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,7 ], "a break in a mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,7,1 ], "a concealed, unexpected, or unforeseen drawback or handicap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,8 ], "a game in which a ball is thrown from one player to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,9 ], "resulting in him being out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,19,9 ], "the catching of a ball struck by a batsman before it touches the ground," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,2,1 ], "to take, seize, or capture, esp| after pursuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,3,1 ], "to ensnare or deceive, as by trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,4,1 ], "to surprise or detect in an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,5,1 ], "to reach with a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,6,1 ], "to overtake or reach in time to board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,7,1 ], "to see or hear; attend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,8,1 ], "to be infected with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,8,2 ], "to hook or entangle or become hooked or entangled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,8,3 ], "to fasten or be fastened with or as if with a latch or other device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch",1,9,1 ], "to attract or arrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch-22",1,1,1 ], "a situation characterized by obstacles that defeat all attempts of the victim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch-22",1,1,1 ], "to escape from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catch-all",1,1,1,1 ], "something designed to cover a variety of situations or possibilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch-all",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch-as-catch-can",1,1,1 ], "a style of wrestling in which trips, holds below the waist, etc|, are allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catch-as-catch-can",1,3,1 ], "using any method or opportunity that comes to hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catcher",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that catches, esp| in a game or sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catcher",1,1,2 ], "a fielder who stands behind home plate and catches pitched balls not hit by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catcher",1,1,2 ], "the batter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catchfly",1,1,1 ], "any of several caryophyllaceous plants of the genus Silene that have sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchfly",1,1,1 ], "calyxes and stems on which insects are sometimes trapped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catching",1,1,1 ], "infectious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catching",1,1,2 ], "attractive; captivating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchment area",1,1,1 ], "reservoir" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catchment area",1,1,1 ], "the area of land bounded by watersheds draining into a river, basin, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchment area",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catchment area",1,1,2 ], "the area from which people are allocated to a particular school, hospital," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchment",1,1,1 ], "the act of catching or collecting water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchment",1,1,2 ], "a structure in which water is collected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchment",1,1,3 ], "the water so collected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchment",1,1,4 ], "the intake of a school from one catchment area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchpenny" ,1, 1, 1],"designed to have instant appeal, esp| in order to sell quickly and easily",1). c_DEF([ "catchpenny" ,1, 1, 1],"without regard for quality",2). c_DEF([ "catchpenny" ,1, 2, 1],"nies",1). c_DEF([ "catchpenny" ,1, 2, 2],"an item or commodity that is cheap and showy",1). c_DEF([ "catchpole",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval England) a sheriff's officer who arrested debtors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchup",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of ketchup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchweight",1,1,1 ], "by agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catchweight",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a contest in which normal weight categories have been waived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchword",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase made temporarily popular, esp| by a political campaign;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchword",1,1,1 ], "slogan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catchword",1,1,2 ], "a word printed as a running head in a reference book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchword",1,1,3 ], "an actor's cue to speak or enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchword",1,1,4 ], "page preceding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catchword",1,1,4 ], "the first word of a printed or typewritten page repeated at the bottom of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchy",1,1,1 ], "catchier, catchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchy",1,1,2 ], "(of a tune, etc|) pleasant and easily remembered or imitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchy",1,1,3 ], "tricky or deceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catchy",1,1,4 ], "irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechetical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to teaching by question and answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechin",1,1,1 ], "a soluble yellow solid substance found in catechu and mahogany wood and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechin",1,1,1 ], "in tanning and dyeing| Formula: C15H14O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catechism",1,1,1 ], "instruction by a series of questions and answers, esp| a book containing such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechism",1,1,1 ], "instruction on the religious doctrine of a Christian Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catechism",1,1,2 ], "rigorous and persistent questioning, as in a test or interview" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechize",1,1,1 ], "to teach or examine by means of questions and answers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechize",1,1,2 ], "to give oral instruction in Christianity, esp| by using a catechism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechize",1,1,3 ], "to put questions to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechol",1,1,1 ], "2-dihydroxybenzene| It is used as a photographic developer| Formula: C6H4(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catechol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline phenol found in resins and lignins; 1," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catecholamine",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of catechol derivatives, esp| adrenaline and noradrenaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catechu" ,1, 1, 1],"cachou, or cutchn",1). c_DEF([ "catechu" ,1, 1, 2],"a water-soluble astringent resinous substance obtained from any of certain",1). c_DEF([ "catechu" ,1, 1, 2],"medicine, tanning, and dyeing",3). c_DEF([ "catechu" ,1, 1, 2],"tropical plants, esp| the leguminous tree Acacia catechu of S Asia, and used in",2). c_DEF([ "catechumen",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| in the early Church, undergoing instruction prior to baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "categorical imperative",1,1,1 ], "(in the ethics of Kant) the unconditional moral principle prescribing that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "categorical imperative",1,1,1 ], "one's behaviour should be governed by duty, not the prospect of reward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "categorical",1,1,1 ], "unqualified; positive; unconditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "categorical",1,1,2 ], "relating to or included in a category" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "categorical",1,1,3 ], "(of a statement in logic) consisting of a subject (X in the following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "categorical",1,1,3 ], "examples) and an attribute (Y) linked by a copula and having one of the following forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "categorize",1,1,1 ], "to place in a category classify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,1 ], "a class or group of things, people, etc|, possessing some quality or qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,1 ], "in common; a division in a system of classification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,2 ], "the most basic class into which objects and concepts can be analysed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,2,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Aristotle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,3 ], "one of ten fundamental modes of being, such as quantity, quality, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,3 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,3,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Kant) one of twelve concepts required by human beings to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "category",1,1,3,2 ], "interpret the empirical world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catena",1,1,1 ], "a connected series, esp| of patristic comments on the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenane",1,1,1 ], "a type of chemical compound in which the molecules have two or more rings that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenane",1,1,1 ], "are interlocked like the links of a chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,1,1 ], "points| When symmetrical about the y-axis and intersecting it at y,,a, the equation is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,1,1 ], "the curve assumed by a heavy uniform flexible cord hanging freely from two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,1,1 ], "y,,a cosh x/a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,1,2 ], "the hanging cable between pylons along a railway track, from which the trolley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,1,2 ], "wire is suspended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,2,1 ], "also catenarian " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,2,2 ], "chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catenary",1,2,2 ], "of, resembling, relating to, or constructed using a catenary or suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenate",1,1,1 ], "to arrange or be arranged in a series of chains or rings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenate",1,2,1 ], "another word for catenulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenoid",1,1,1 ], "the geometrical surface generated by rotating a catenary about its axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catenulate",1,1,1 ], "(of certain spores, etc|) formed in a row or chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cater",1,1,1 ], "to provide what is required or desired (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cater",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by for) to provide food, services, etc| (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cater-cornered",1,2,1 ], "diagonally placed; diagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cater-cousin",1,1,1 ], "a close friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cateran",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a member of a band of brigands and marauders in the Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cateran",1,1,1 ], "highlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caterer",1,1,1 ], "a person who caters, esp| one who as a profession provides food for large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caterer",1,1,1 ], "social events, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catering",1,1,1 ], "the trade of a professional caterer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catering",1,1,2 ], "the food, etc|, provided at a function by a caterer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caterpillar hunter",1,1,1 ], "America, which prey on the larvae of moths and butterflies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caterpillar hunter",1,1,1 ], "any of various carabid beetles of the genus Calosoma, of Europe and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caterpillar",1,1,1 ], "powerful biting jaws| It may be brightly coloured, hairy, or spiny" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caterpillar",1,1,1 ], "the wormlike larva of butterflies and moths, having numerous pairs of legs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caterpillar",1,1,2 ], "an endless track, driven by sprockets or wheels, used to propel a heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caterpillar",1,1,2 ], "vehicle and enable it to cross soft or uneven ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caterpillar",1,1,3 ], "a vehicle, such as a tractor, tank, bulldozer, etc|, driven by such tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caterwaul",1,1,1 ], "to make a yowling noise, as a cat on heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caterwaul",1,2,1 ], "a shriek or yell made by or sounding like a cat on heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cates",1,1,1 ], "choice dainty food; delicacies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catfall",1,1,1 ], "the line used in a cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catfish",1,1,1 ], "America" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "catfish",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous mainly freshwater teleost fishes having whisker-like barbels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catfish",1,1,1 ], "around the mouth, esp| the silurids of Europe and Asia and the horned pouts of North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catfish",1,1,2 ], "another name for wolffish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catgut",1,1,1 ], "a strong cord made from the dried intestines of sheep and other animals that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catgut",1,1,1 ], "is used for stringing certain musical instruments and sports rackets, and, when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catgut",1,1,1 ], "sterilized, as surgical ligatures| Often shortened to gut" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cath-",1,1,1 ], "variant of cata- before an aspirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catharsis",1,1,1 ], "(in Aristotelian literary criticism) the purging or purification of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catharsis",1,1,1 ], "emotions through the evocation of pity and fear, as in tragedy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catharsis",1,1,2 ], "a method of bringing repressed ideas or experiences to consciousness, by means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catharsis",1,1,2 ], "of free association, etc|, so that underlying tensions may be relieved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catharsis",1,1,3 ], "purgation, esp| of the bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathartic",1,1,1 ], "purgative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathartic",1,1,2 ], "effecting catharsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathartic",1,2,1 ], "a purgative drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathead",1,1,1 ], "a fitting at the bow of a vessel for securing the anchor when raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathectic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to cathexis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathedral",1,1,1,1 ], "the principal church of a diocese, containing the bishop's official throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathedral",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathepsin",1,1,1 ], "a proteolytic enzyme responsible for the autolysis of cells after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catherine wheel",1,1,1 ], "a type of firework consisting of a powder-filled spiral tube, mounted with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catherine wheel",1,1,1 ], "and coloured flame" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "catherine wheel",1,1,1 ], "pin through its centre| When lit it rotates quickly, producing a display of sparks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catherine wheel",1,1,2 ], "a circular window having ribs radiating from the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catheter",1,1,1 ], "a long slender flexible tube for inserting into a natural bodily cavity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catheter",1,1,1 ], "passage for introducing or withdrawing fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catheterize",1,1,1 ], "to insert a catheter into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathexis",1,1,1 ], "concentration of psychic energy on a specific object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathode rays",1,1,1 ], "a stream of electrons emitted from the surface of a cathode in a vacuum tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathode" ,1, 1, 1],"electrons enter a device from an external circuit",2). c_DEF([ "cathode" ,1, 1, 1],"the negative electrode in an electrolytic cell; the electrode by which",1). c_DEF([ "cathode" ,1, 1, 2],"the negatively charged electron source in an electronic valve",1). c_DEF([ "cathode" ,1, 1, 3],"the positive terminal of a primary cell",1). c_DEF([ "cathode-ray tube",1,1,1 ], "a vacuum tube in which a beam of high-energy electrons is focused onto a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathode-ray tube",1,1,1 ], "equipment, is used in television tubes, oscilloscopes, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cathode-ray tube",1,1,1 ], "fluorescent screen to give a visible spot of light| The device, with appropriate deflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cathodic protection",1,1,1 ], "a more electropositive metal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cathodic protection",1,1,1 ], "a technique for protecting metal structures, such as steel ships and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathodic protection",1,1,1 ], "either by applying an electromotive force directly or by putting it into contact with" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cathodic protection",1,1,1 ], "pipelines, from electrolytic corrosion by making the structure the cathode in a cell," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catholic",1,1,1 ], "universal; relating to all men;all-inclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catholic",1,1,2 ], "comprehensive in interests, tastes, etc|; broad-minded; liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catholicity",1,1,1 ], "a wide range of interests, tastes, etc|; liberality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catholicity",1,1,2 ], "universality; comprehensiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catholicize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catholicize",1,1,2 ], "to convert to or become converted to Catholicism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catholicon",1,1,1 ], "a remedy for all ills; panacea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cathouse",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cation",1,1,1 ], "a positively charged ion; an ion that is attracted to the cathode during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cation",1,1,1 ], "electrolysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catkin",1,1,1 ], "an inflorescence consisting of a hanging spike of much reduced flowers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catkin",1,1,1 ], "either sex: occurs in birch, hazel, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catling",1,1,1 ], "a long double-edged surgical knife for amputations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catling",1,1,2 ], "catgut or a string made from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catling",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for kitten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catmint",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Nepeta cataria, having spikes of purple-spotted white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catmint",1,1,1 ], "flowers and scented leaves of which cats are fond: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catnap" ,1, 1, 1],"a short sleep or doze",1). c_DEF([ "catnap" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to sleep or doze for a short time or intermittently",1). c_DEF([ "catnip",1,1,1 ], "another name for catmint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catoptrics",1,1,1 ], "by mirrors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catoptrics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of optics concerned with reflection, esp| the formation of images" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catsup",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of ketchup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattalo",1,1,1 ], "a hardy breed of cattle developed by crossing the American bison with domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattalo",1,1,1 ], "cattle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cattery",1,1,1 ], "a place where cats are bred or looked after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattle plague",1,1,1 ], "another name for rinderpest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattle truck",1,1,1 ], "a railway wagon designed for carrying livestock| U|S| equivalent: stock car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattle",1,1,1 ], "bovid mammals of the tribe Bovini (bovines), esp| those of the genus Bos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattle",1,1,2 ], "(domestic ox)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cattle",1,1,2 ], "any domesticated bovine mammals, esp| those of the species Bos taurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattle-grid",1,1,1 ], "a ditch in a roadway covered by a grid, intended to prevent the passage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattle-grid",1,1,1 ], "livestock while allowing vehicles, etc|, to pass unhindered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cattleman",1,1,1 ], "a person who breeds, rears, or tends cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattleman",1,1,2 ], "a person who owns or rears cattle on a large scale, usually for beef, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattleman",1,1,2 ], "owner of a cattle ranch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cattleya",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American orchid of the genus Cattleya, cultivated for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cattleya",1,1,1 ], "purplish-pink or white showy flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catty",1,1,2 ], "spiteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catty",1,1,3 ], "of or resembling a cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catty",2,1,1 ], "a unit of weight, used esp| in China, equal to about one and a half pounds or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catty",2,1,1 ], "about 0|67 kilogram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "catty-cornered",1,1,1 ], "a variant of cater-cornered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "catwalk",1,1,1 ], "a narrow pathway over the stage of a theatre, along a bridge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat|",1,1,1 ], "catalogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat|",1,1,2 ], "catamaran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cat|",1,1,3 ], "catechism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,1,1,1 ], "a closed meeting of the members of one party in a legislative chamber, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,1,1,1 ], "a group of leading politicians of one party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,1,1,1 ], "to coordinate policy, choose candidates, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,1,1,2 ], "a meeting of such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,1,1,2 ], "such a bloc of politicians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,1,2 ], "a local meeting of party members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,1,3 ], "a party organization, esp| on a local level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caucus",1,2,1 ], "to hold a caucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudad",1,1,1 ], "towards the tail or posterior part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudal fin",1,1,1 ], "during locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caudal fin",1,1,1 ], "the tail fin of fishes and some other aquatic vertebrates, used for propulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudal",1,1,1 ], "of or towards the posterior part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudal",1,1,2 ], "relating to, resembling, or in the position of the tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudate",1,1,1 ], "having a tail or a tail-like appendage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudex",1,1,1 ], "the thickened persistent stem base of some herbaceous perennial plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudex",1,1,2 ], "the woody stem of palms and tree ferns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudillo",1,1,1 ], "(in Spanish-speaking countries)a military or political leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caudle",1,1,1 ], "a hot spiced wine drink made with gruel, formerly used medicinally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caught",1,1,1 ], "the past tense and past participle of catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caul",1,1,1 ], "a portion of the amniotic sac sometimes covering a child's head at birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caul",1,1,2 ], "a large fold of peritoneum hanging from the stomach across the intestines; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caul",1,1,2 ], "large omentum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cauldron",1,1,1 ], "a large pot used for boiling, esp| one with handles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caulescent",1,1,1 ], "having a stem clearly visible above the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caulicle",1,1,1 ], "a small stalk or stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauliflower cheese",1,1,1 ], "a dish of cauliflower with a cheese sauce, eaten hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauliflower ear",1,1,1 ], "permanent swelling and distortion of the external ear as the result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauliflower ear",1,1,1 ], "ruptures of the blood vessels: usually caused by blows received in boxing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cauliflower ear",1,1,2 ], "Technical name: aural haematoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauliflower",1,1,1 ], "a variety of cabbage, Brassica oleracea botrytis, having a large edible head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauliflower",1,1,1 ], "of crowded white flowers on a very short thick stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cauliflower",1,1,2 ], "the flower head of this plant, used as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauline",1,1,1 ], "relating to or growing from a plant stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caulis",1,1,1 ], "the main stem of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caulk",1,1,1 ], "to stop up (cracks, crevices, etc|) with a filler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caulk",1,1,2 ], "to pack (the seams) between the planks of the bottom of (a vessel) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caulk",1,1,2 ], "waterproof material to prevent leakage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "causal",1,1,1 ], "acting as or being a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causal",1,1,2 ], "stating, involving, or implying a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causal",1,1,3 ], "(of a word, phrase, or clause) indicating cause or reason:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causal",1,1,4 ], "becauseis a causal conjunction and the clauses it introduces are causal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causal",1,1,4 ], "clauses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "causalgia",1,1,1 ], "a burning sensation along the course of a peripheral nerve together with local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causalgia",1,1,1 ], "changes in the appearance of the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "causality",1,1,1,1 ], "the relationship of cause and effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causality",1,1,1,2 ], "the principle that nothing can happen without being caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causality",1,1,2 ], "causal agency or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causation",1,1,1 ], "the act or fact of causing; the production of an effect by a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causation",1,1,2 ], "the relationship of cause and effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causative",1,1,1 ], "relating to a form or class of verbs that express causation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causative",1,1,2 ], "producing an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causative",1,2,1 ], "the causative form or class of verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause clbre",1,1,1 ], "a famous lawsuit, trial, or controversy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause list",1,1,1 ], "a list of cases awaiting trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,1 ], "a person, thing, event, state, or action that produces an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,2 ], "a basis or the grounds for action; motive; reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,3 ], "justification; reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,4 ], "the ideals, etc|, of a group or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,5 ], "the welfare or interests of a person or group in a dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,6 ], "a matter of widespread concern or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,6,1 ], "a ground for legal action; matter giving rise to a lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,6,2 ], "the lawsuit itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,7 ], "(efficient cause), and a purpose (final cause)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,7 ], "(in the philosophy of Aristotle) any of four requirements for a thing's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,7 ], "coming to be, namely material (material cause), its nature (formal cause), an agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,8 ], "a subject of debate or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,9 ], "make common cause with| to join with (a person, group, etc|) for a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,1,9 ], "objective" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cause",1,2,1 ], "to be the cause of; bring about; precipitate; be the reason for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causerie",1,1,1 ], "an informal talk or conversational piece of writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causeway",1,1,1 ], "a raised path or road crossing water, marshland, sand, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "causeway",1,1,2 ], "a paved footpath|Archaic or dialect word: causey " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic potash",1,1,1 ], "another name for potassium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic soda",1,1,1 ], "another name for sodium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,1,1 ], "capable of burning or corroding by chemical action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,1,2 ], "sarcastic; cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or denoting light that is reflected or refracted by a curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,1,3 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,2,1 ], "a surface that envelopes the light rays reflected or refracted by a curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,2,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,2,2 ], "a curve formed by the intersection of a caustic surface with a plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caustic",1,2,3 ], "a caustic substance, esp| an alkali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caus|",1,1,1 ], "causative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauterant",1,1,1 ], "caustic; cauterizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauterant",1,2,1 ], "another name for cautery ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauterize",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the treatment of a wound) to burn or sear (body tissue) with a hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cauterize",1,1,1 ], "iron or caustic agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cautery",1,1,1 ], "the coagulation of blood or destruction of body tissue by cauterizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cautery",1,1,2 ], "an instrument or chemical agent for cauterizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution money",1,1,1 ], "a sum of money deposited as security for good conduct, against possible debts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution money",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,1,1 ], "care, forethought, or prudence, esp| in the face of danger; wariness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,1,2 ], "something intended or serving as a warning; admonition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,1,3 ], "a formal warning given to a person suspected or accused of an offence that his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,1,3 ], "words will be taken down and may be used in evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,1,4 ], "an amusing or surprising person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,2,1 ], "to urge or warn (a person) to be careful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,3,1 ], "to give a caution to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caution",1,4,1 ], "to warn, urge, or advise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cautionary",1,1,1 ], "serving as a warning; intended to warn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cautious",1,1,1 ], "showing or having caution; wary; prudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalcade",1,1,1 ], "a procession of people on horseback, in cars, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalcade",1,1,2 ], "any procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalier",1,1,1 ], "showing haughty disregard;offhand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalier",1,2,1 ], "a gallant or courtly gentleman, esp| one acting as a lady's escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalier",1,2,2 ], "a horseman, esp| one who is armed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalla",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical carangid fishes, such as Gnathanodon speciosus (golden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalla",1,1,1 ], "cavalla)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cavalry twill",1,1,1 ], "a strong woollen twill fabric used for trousers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalry",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) the part of an army composed of mounted troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalry",1,1,2 ], "the motorized armoured element of a modern army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalry",1,1,3 ], "a cavalry unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavalry",1,1,4 ], "a cavalry charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavatina",1,1,1 ], "a solo song resembling a simple aria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavatina",1,1,2 ], "an instrumental composition reminiscent of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cave in" ,1, 1, 1],"to collapse; subside",1). c_DEF([ "cave in" ,1, 1, 2],"to yield completely, esp| under pressure",1). c_DEF([ "cave",1,1,1 ], "an underground hollow with access from the ground surface or from the sea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cave",1,1,1 ], "often found in limestone areas and on rocky coastlines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cave",1,1,2 ], "a secession or a group seceding from a political party on some issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cave",1,1,3 ], "living in caves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cave",1,2,1 ], "to hollow out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cave",2,1,1 ], "school slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cave",2,2,1 ], "guard or lookout (esp| in the phrase keep cave)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cave",2,3,1 ], "watch out!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caveat emptor",1,1,1 ], "purchased unless they are covered by the seller's warranty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caveat emptor",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the buyer must bear the risk for the quality of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caveat",1,1,1 ], "a formal notice requesting the court or officer to refrain from taking some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caveat",1,1,1 ], "specified action without giving prior notice to the person lodging the caveat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caveat",1,1,2 ], "a warning; caution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caveator",1,1,1 ], "a person who enters a caveat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavefish",1,1,1 ], "Chologaster, etc|, living in subterranean and other waters in S North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cavefish",1,1,1 ], "any of various small freshwater cyprinodont fishes of the genera Amblyopsis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caveman",1,1,1 ], "a man of the Palaeolithic age; cave dweller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caveman",1,1,2 ], "a man who is primitive or brutal in behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavendish",1,1,1 ], "tobacco that has been sweetened and pressed into moulds to form bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavern",1,1,1 ], "a cave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cavern",1,1,1 ], "a cave, esp| when large and formed by underground water, or a large chamber in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavern",1,2,1 ], "to shut in or as if in a cavern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavern",1,2,2 ], "to hollow out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavernous",1,1,1 ], "suggestive of a cavern in vastness, darkness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavernous",1,1,2 ], "filled with small cavities; porous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavernous",1,1,3 ], "(of rocks) containing caverns or cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavesson",1,1,1 ], "a kind of hard noseband, used (esp| formerly) in breaking a horse in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavetto",1,1,1 ], "a concave moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caviar",1,1,1 ], "d'oeuvre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caviar",1,1,1 ], "the salted roe of sturgeon, esp| the beluga, usually served as an hors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caviar",1,1,2 ], "caviar to the general| something too good to appeal to popular taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavicorn",1,1,1 ], "(of sheep, goats, etc|) having hollow horns as distinct from the solid antlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavicorn",1,1,1 ], "of deer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cavie",1,1,1 ], "a hen coop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavil",1,1,1 ], "to raise annoying petty objections; quibble; carp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavil",1,2,1 ], "a captious trifling objection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caving",1,1,1 ], "the sport of climbing in and exploring caves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavitation",1,1,1 ], "the formation and collapse of regions of low pressure in a flowing liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavity block",1,1,1 ], "a precast concrete block that contains a cavity or cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavity resonator",1,1,1 ], "a conducting surface enclosing a space in which an oscillating electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavity resonator",1,1,1 ], "field can be maintained, the dimensions of the cavity determining the resonant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cavity resonator",1,1,1 ], "frequencies exceeding 300 megahertz" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cavity resonator",1,1,1 ], "frequency of the oscillations| It is used in microwave devices, such as the klystron, for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cavity wall",1,1,1 ], "a wall that consists of two separate walls, joined by wall-ties, with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavity wall",1,1,1 ], "air-space between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cavity",1,1,1 ], "a hollow space; hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavity",1,1,2 ], "a soft decayed area on a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavity",1,1,3 ], "any empty or hollow space within the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavo-relievo",1,1,1 ], "a relief sculpture in which the highest point in the carving is below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavo-relievo",1,1,1 ], "level of the original surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cavort",1,1,1 ], "to prance caper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavy",1,1,1 ], "any small South American hystricomorph rodent of the family Caviidae, esp| any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cavy",1,1,1 ], "of the genus Cavia, having a thickset body and very small tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "caw",1,1,1 ], "the cry of a crow, rook, or raven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "caw",1,2,1 ], "to make this cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cay",1,1,1 ], "Caribbean area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cay",1,1,1 ], "a small low island or bank composed of sand and coral fragments, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cayenne pepper",1,1,1 ], "a very hot condiment, bright red in colour, made from the dried seeds and pods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cayenne pepper",1,1,1 ], "of various capsicums| Often shortened to cayenne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cayman",1,1,1 ], "(alligators, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cayman",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American crocodilian of the genus Caiman and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cayman",1,1,1 ], "similar to alligators but with a more heavily armoured belly: family Alligatoridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cayuse",1,1,1 ], "a small American Indian pony used by cowboys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ca|",1,1,1 ], "circa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cc" ,1, 1, 1],"carbon copy or",1). c_DEF([ "cc" ,1, 1, 2],"opies",1). c_DEF([ "cc" ,1, 1, 3],"cubic centimetre(s",1). c_DEF([ "cc|",1,1,1 ], "chapters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cd",1,1,1 ], "candela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceanothus",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the North American rhamnaceous genus Ceanothus: grown for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceanothus",1,1,1 ], "ornamental, often blue, flower clusters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cease",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a gerund or an infinitive as object) to bring or come to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cease",1,1,1 ], "an end; desist from; stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cease",1,2,1 ], "without cease| without stopping; incessantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cease-fire",1,1,1 ], "a period of truce, esp| one that is temporary and a preliminary step to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cease-fire",1,1,1 ], "establishing a more permanent peace on agreed terms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cease-fire",1,3,1 ], "the order to stop firing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceaseless",1,1,1 ], "without stop or pause; incessant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cecity",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cecropia moth",1,1,1 ], "a large North American saturniid moth, Hyalophora (or Samia)cecropia, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cecropia moth",1,1,1 ], "brightly coloured wings and feathery antennae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cecum",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caecum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedar of Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "a cedar, Cedrus libani, of SW Asia with level spreading branches and fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedar of Lebanon",1,1,1 ], "wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cedar",1,1,1 ], "any Old World coniferous tree of the genus Cedrus, having spreading branches," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedar",1,1,1 ], "needle-like evergreen leaves, and erect barrel-shaped cones: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cedar",1,1,2 ], "any of various other conifers, such as the red cedars and white cedars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedar",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedar",1,1,4 ], "any of certain other plants, such as the Spanish cedar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedar",1,2,1 ], "made of the wood of a cedar tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cede",1,1,1 ], "(something, esp| territory or legal rights)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cede",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by to) to transfer, make over, or surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cede",1,2,1 ], "to allow or concede (a point in an argument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedi",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Ghana, divided into 100 pesewa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedilla",1,1,1 ], "Spanish, or Portuguese, denoting that it is to be pronounced (s), not (k)| The same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cedilla",1,1,1 ], "a character () placed underneath a c before a, o, or u, esp| in French," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cedilla",1,1,1 ], "character is used in the scripts of other languages, as in Turkish under s" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ceiba",1,1,1 ], "any bombacaceous tropical tree of the genus Ceiba, such as the silk-cotton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceiba",1,1,1 ], "tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceiba",1,1,2 ], "silk cotton; kapok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceil",1,1,1 ], "to line (a ceiling) with plaster, boarding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceil",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a ceiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceilidh",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Scotland and Ireland) an informal social gathering with folk music," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceilidh",1,1,1 ], "singing, dancing, and storytelling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,1 ], "the inner upper surface of a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,2 ], "an upper limit, such as one set by regulation on prices or wages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,3 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,3 ], "the upper altitude to which an aircraft can climb measured under specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,4 ], "at a particular time, usually the base of a cloud layer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,4 ], "the highest level in the atmosphere from which the earth's surface is visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,5 ], "a wooden or metal surface fixed to the interior frames of a vessel for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceiling",1,1,5 ], "rigidity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceilometer",1,1,1 ], "a device for determining the cloud ceiling, esp| by means of a reflected light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceilometer",1,1,1 ], "beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celadon",1,1,1 ], "a type of Chinese porcelain having a greyish-green glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celadon",1,1,2 ], "a pale greyish-green colour, sometimes somewhat yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celandine",1,1,1 ], "Ranunculus ficaria (see lesser celandine)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celandine",1,1,1 ], "either of two unrelated plants, Chelidonium majus (see greater celandine) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrant",1,1,1 ], "a person participating in a religious ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrant",1,1,2 ], "an officiating priest, esp| at the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrate",1,1,1 ], "to rejoice in or have special festivities to mark (a happy day, event, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrate",1,2,1 ], "to observe (a birthday, anniversary, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrate",1,3,1 ], "to perform (a solemn or religious ceremony), esp| to officiate at (Mass)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrate",1,4,1 ], "to praise publicly; proclaim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrated",1,1,1 ], "famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrity",1,1,1 ], "a famous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celebrity",1,1,2 ], "fame or notoriety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celeriac",1,1,1 ], "a variety of celery, Apium graveolens rapaceum, with a large turnip-like root," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celeriac",1,1,1 ], "used as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celerity",1,1,1 ], "rapidity; swiftness; speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celery pine",1,1,1 ], "a New Zealand gymnosperm tree, Phyllocladus trichomanoides, with celerylike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celery pine",1,1,1 ], "shoots and useful wood: family Phyllocladaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celery",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous Eurasian plant, Apium graveolens dulce, whose blanched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celery",1,1,1 ], "leafstalks are used in salads or cooked as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celery",1,1,2 ], "wild celery| a related and similar plant, Apium graveolens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celesta",1,1,1 ], "a keyboard percussion instrument consisting of a set of steel plates of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celesta",1,1,1 ], "graduated length that are struck with key-operated hammers| The tone is an ethereal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celesta",1,1,1 ], "tinkling sound| Range: four octaves upwards from middle C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "celestial equator",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular to the line joining the north and south celestial poles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celestial equator",1,1,1 ], "the great circle lying on the celestial sphere the plane of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial globe",1,1,1 ], "a spherical model of the celestial sphere showing the relative positions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial globe",1,1,1 ], "stars, constellations, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celestial guidance",1,1,1 ], "or more celestial bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celestial guidance",1,1,1 ], "the guidance of a spacecraft or missile by reference to the positions of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial latitude",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to latitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celestial latitude",1,1,1 ], "the angular distance of a celestial body north or south from the ecliptic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial longitude",1,1,1 ], "intersection of the ecliptic with the great circle passing through a celestial body and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celestial longitude",1,1,1 ], "poles of the ecliptic| Sometimes shortened to longitude" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "celestial longitude",1,1,1 ], "the angular distance measured eastwards from the vernal equinox to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial navigation",1,1,1 ], "navigation by observation of the positions of the stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial pole",1,1,1 ], "either of the two points at which the earth's axis, extended to infinity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial pole",1,1,1 ], "would intersect the celestial sphere| Sometimes shortened to pole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celestial sphere",1,1,1 ], "all celestial bodies appear to be projected onto its surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celestial sphere",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary sphere of infinitely large radius enclosing the universe so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial",1,1,1 ], "heavenly; divine; spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestite",1,1,1 ], "a white, red, or blue mineral consisting of strontium sulphate in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celestite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: a source of strontium compounds| Formula: SrSO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "celiac",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of coeliac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celibate",1,1,1 ], "a person who is unmarried, esp| one who has taken a religious vow of chastity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celibate",1,2,1 ], "unmarried, esp| by vow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell division",1,1,1 ], "the division of a cell into two new cells during growth or reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell membrane",1,1,1 ], "a very thin membrane, composed of lipids and protein, that surrounds the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell membrane",1,1,1 ], "cytoplasm of a cell and controls the passage of substances into and out of the cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cell wall",1,1,1 ], "cellulose, lignin, etc|, and gives mechanical support to the cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cell wall",1,1,1 ], "the outer layer of a cell, esp| the structure in plant cells that consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,1 ], "a small simple room, as in a prison, convent, monastery, or asylum; cubicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,2 ], "any small compartment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,3 ], "bounded by a cell membrane; plant cells have an outer cell wall in addition" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,3 ], "consists of a nucleus, containing the genetic material, surrounded by the cytoplasm in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,3 ], "the smallest unit of an organism that is able to function independently| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,3 ], "which are mitochondria, lysosomes, ribosomes, and other organelles| All cells are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,4 ], "any small cavity or area, such as the cavity containing pollen in an anther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,5 ], "a device for converting chemical energy into electrical energy, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,5 ], "consisting of a container with two electrodes immersed in an electrolyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,6 ], "short for electrolytic cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,7 ], "a small religious house dependent upon a larger one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,8 ], "a small group of persons operating as a nucleus of a larger political," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cell",1,1,8 ], "religious, or other organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cella",1,1,1 ], "deity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cella",1,1,1 ], "the inner room of a classical temple, esp| the room housing the statue of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellar",1,1,1 ], "an underground room, rooms, or storey of a building, usually used for storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellar",1,1,2 ], "a place where wine is stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellar",1,1,3 ], "a stock of bottled wines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellar",1,2,1 ], "to store in a cellar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellarage",1,1,1 ], "an area of a cellar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellarage",1,1,2 ], "a charge for storing goods in a cellar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellarer",1,1,1 ], "a monastic official responsible for food, drink, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellaret",1,1,1 ], "a case, cabinet, or sideboard with compartments for holding wine bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cello",1,1,1 ], "Full name: violoncello" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cello",1,1,1 ], "a bowed stringed instrument of the violin family| Range: more than four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cello",1,1,1 ], "knees, and has an extendible metal spike at the lower end, which acts as a support|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cello",1,1,1 ], "octaves upwards from C below the bass staff| It has four strings, is held between the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellobiose",1,1,1 ], "C12H22O11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellobiose",1,1,1 ], "a disaccharide obtained by the hydrolysis of cellulose by cellulase| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celloidin",1,1,1 ], "a nitrocellulose compound derived from pyroxylin, used in a solution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celloidin",1,1,1 ], "alcohol and ether for embedding specimens before cutting sections for microscopy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellophane",1,1,1 ], "a flexible thin transparent sheeting made from wood pulp and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellophane",1,1,1 ], "moisture-proof wrapping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellular",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or having cells or small cavities; porous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellular",1,1,3 ], "woven with an open texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellulase",1,1,1 ], "any enzyme that converts cellulose to the disaccharide cellobiose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellule",1,1,1 ], "a very small cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellulitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of any of the tissues of the body, characterized by fever, pain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellulitis",1,1,1 ], "swelling, and redness of the affected area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellulose acetate",1,1,1 ], "nonflammable material made by acetylating cellulose: used in the manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellulose acetate",1,1,1 ], "of film, dopes, lacquers, and artificial fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellulose nitrate",1,1,1 ], "a compound made by treating cellulose with nitric and sulphuric acids, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellulose nitrate",1,1,1 ], "plastics, lacquers, and explosives: a nitrogen-containing ester of cellulose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellulose",1,1,1 ], "a polysaccharide consisting of long unbranched chains of linked glucose units:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cellulose",1,1,1 ], "the main constituent of plant cell walls and used in making paper, rayon, and film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cellulous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of cells; cellular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celom",1,1,1 ], "a less frequent U|S| spelling of coelom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "celt",1,1,1 ], "a stone or metal axelike instrument with a bevelled edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,1 ], "a fine grey powder made of a mixture of calcined limestone and clay, used with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,1 ], "water and sand to make mortar, or with water, sand, and aggregate, to make concrete" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,2 ], "a binder, glue, or adhesive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,3 ], "something that unites or joins; bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,4 ], "any of various materials used in filling teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,5 ], "mineral matter, such as silica and calcite, that binds together particles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,5 ], "rock, bones, etc|, to form a solid mass of sedimentary rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,1,6 ], "another word for cementum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,2,1 ], "to join, bind, or glue together with or as if with cement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cement",1,2,2 ], "to coat or cover with cement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cementation",1,1,1 ], "750-900 degrees C to produce steel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cementation",1,1,1 ], "properties of the solid, esp| the heating of wrought iron, surrounded with charcoal, to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cementation",1,1,1 ], "the process of heating a solid with a powdered material to modify the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cementation",1,1,2 ], "the process of cementing or being cemented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cementite",1,1,1 ], "some cast irons| Formula: Fe3C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cementite",1,1,1 ], "the hard brittle compound of iron and carbon that forms in carbon steels and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cementum",1,1,1 ], "a thin bonelike tissue that covers the dentine in the root of a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cemetery",1,1,1 ], "a place where the dead are buried, esp| one not attached to a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenacle",1,1,1 ], "a supper room, esp| one on an upper floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenacle",1,1,2 ], "the room in which the Last Supper took place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenesthesia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of coenaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenobite",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of coenobite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenogenesis",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of caenogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenospecies",1,1,1 ], "a species related to another by the ability to interbreed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenotaph",1,1,1 ], "a monument honouring a dead person or persons buried elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenote",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Yucatan peninsula) a natural well formed by the collapse of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cenote",1,1,1 ], "overlying limestone crust: often used as a sacrificial site by the Mayas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cense",1,1,1 ], "to burn incense near or before (an altar, shrine, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censer",1,1,1 ], "a container for burning incense, esp| one swung at religious ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,1 ], "a person authorized to examine publications, theatrical presentations, films," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,1 ], "letters, etc|, in order to suppress in whole or part those considered obscene," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,1 ], "politically unacceptable, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,2 ], "any person who controls or suppresses the behaviour of others, usually on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,2 ], "moral grounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,3 ], "(in republican Rome) either of two senior magistrates elected to keep the list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,3 ], "morals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,3 ], "of citizens up to date, control aspects of public finance, and supervise public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,4 ], "desires from the unconscious to the conscious mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,1,4 ], "the postulated factor responsible for regulating the translation of ideas and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,2,1 ], "to ban or cut portions of (a publication, film, letter, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censor",1,2,2 ], "to act as a censor of (behaviour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censorious",1,1,1 ], "harshly critical; fault-finding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censorship",1,1,1 ], "a policy or programme of censoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censorship",1,1,2 ], "the act or system of censoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censorship",1,1,3 ], "that they are modified before reaching the conscious mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "censorship",1,1,3 ], "the activity of the mind in regulating impulses, etc|, from the unconscious so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censurable",1,1,1 ], "deserving censure, condemnation, or blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censure",1,1,1 ], "severe disapproval; harsh criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "censure",1,2,1 ], "to criticize (someone or something) severely; condemn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "census",1,1,1 ], "age, occupation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "census",1,1,1 ], "an official periodic count of a population including such information as sex," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "census",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Rome) a registration of the population and a property evaluation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "census",1,1,2 ], "for purposes of taxation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,1 ], "Africa, South Vietnam, Swaziland, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, the United" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,1 ], "Guyana, Hong Kong, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malaysia, Mauritius, the Netherlands, New" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,1 ], "States, and Western Samoa| It is worth one hundredth of their respective standard" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,1 ], "Zealand, the Republic of China, Sierra Leone, Singapore, the Somali Republic, South" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of Australia, Barbados, Botswana, Canada, Sri Lanka, Ethiopia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,1 ], "units" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,2 ], "(f\2/f\1); one twelve-hundredth of the interval between two frequencies having the ratio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,2 ], "12 (an octave)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cent",1,1,2 ], "an interval of pitch between two frequencies f2 and f1 equal to 3986|31 log" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cental",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equal to 100 pounds (45|3 kilograms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centaur",1,1,1 ], "lower body and legs of a horse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centaur",1,1,1 ], "one of a race of creatures with the head, arms, and torso of a man, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centaury",1,1,1 ], "Gentianaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "centaury",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian plant of the genus Centaurium, esp| C| erythraea, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centaury",1,1,1 ], "purplish-pink flowers and formerly believed to have medicinal properties: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centaury",1,1,2 ], "any plant of the genus Centaurea, which includes the cornflower and knapweed:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centaury",1,1,2 ], "family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centavo",1,1,1 ], "Philippines, and Portugal| It is worth one hundredth of their respective standard units" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "centavo",1,1,1 ], "Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Peru, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centavo",1,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centenarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who is at least 100 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centenarian",1,2,1 ], "being at least 100 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centenarian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a centenarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centennial",1,1,1 ], "relating to, lasting for, or completing a period of 100 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centennial",1,1,2 ], "occurring every 100 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centennial",1,2,1 ], "another name for centenary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "center",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centering",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of centring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centesimal",1,1,1 ], "hundredth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centesimal",1,2,1 ], "relating to division into hundredths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centesimo",1,1,1 ], "a fractional monetary unit of Chile, Italy, Panama, and Uruguay| It is worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centesimo",1,1,1 ], "one hundredth of their respective standard units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centi-",1,1,1 ], "denoting one hundredth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centi-",1,1,2 ], "Rare| denoting a hundred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centiare",1,1,1 ], "a unit of area equal to one square metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centigrade",1,1,1 ], "another name for Celsius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centigrade",1,2,1 ], "a unit of angle equal to one hundredth of a grade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centigram",1,1,1 ], "one hundredth of a gram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centilitre",1,1,1 ], "one hundredth of a litre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%6%0%0)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 600 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%3%0%3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 303 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centime",1,1,1 ], "Coast, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Malagasy Republic, Mali, Mauritania, Niger," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "centime",1,1,1 ], "Republic, Chad, the Congo Republic, Dahomey, France, Gabon, Guinea, Haiti, the Ivory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centime",1,1,1 ], "Rwanda, Senegal, Switzerland, Tahiti, Togo, and Upper Volta| It is worth one hundredth" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "centime",1,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of Algeria, Belgium, Burundi, Cameroun, the Central African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centime",1,1,1 ], "of their respective standard units" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "centimetre",1,1,1 ], "one hundredth of a metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centipede",1,1,1 ], "any carnivorous arthropod of the genera Lithobius, Scutigera, etc|, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centipede",1,1,1 ], "body of between 15 and 190 segments, each bearing one pair of legs: class Chilopoda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centipoise",1,1,1 ], "one hundredth of a poise| 1 centipoise is equal to 0|001 newton second per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centipoise",1,1,1 ], "square metre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centner",1,1,1 ], "100 pounds (45|3 kilograms)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centner",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centner",1,1,2 ], "(110|23 pounds)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centner",1,1,2 ], "(in some European countries) a unit of weight equivalent to 50 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centner",1,1,3 ], "a unit of weight equivalent to 100 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cento",1,1,1 ], "a piece of writing, esp| a poem, composed of quotations from other authors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centra",1,1,1 ], "the plural of centrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central angle",1,1,1 ], "an angle whose vertex is at the centre of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central bank",1,1,1 ], "a national bank that does business mainly with a government and with other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central bank",1,1,1 ], "banks: it regulates the volume and cost of credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central heating",1,1,1 ], "a system for heating the rooms of a building by means of radiators or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central heating",1,1,1 ], "vents connected by pipes or ducts to a central source of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central limit theorem",1,1,1 ], "a theorem stating that under certain general conditions the sum of a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central limit theorem",1,1,1 ], "increases" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "central limit theorem",1,1,1 ], "independent random variables tends to a normal distribution as the number of variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central nervous system",1,1,1 ], "animal| In vertebrates it consists of the brain and spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central nervous system",1,1,1 ], "the mass of nerve tissue that controls and coordinates the activities of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central processing unit",1,1,1 ], "the data as specified in the instructions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central processing unit",1,1,1 ], "the part of a computer that performs logical and arithmetical operations on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central reserve",1,1,1 ], "motorway or dual carriageway| U|S| name: median strip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central reserve",1,1,1 ], "the strip, often covered with grass, that separates the two sides of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central sulcus",1,1,1 ], "a deep cleft in each hemisphere of the brain separating the frontal lobe from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central sulcus",1,1,1 ], "the parietal lobe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central tendency",1,1,1 ], "median and mode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central tendency",1,1,1 ], "the tendency of the values of a random variable to cluster around the mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,1 ], "in, at, of, from, containing, or forming the centre of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,2 ], "main, principal, or chief; most important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the central nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the centrum of a vertebra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,3 ], "intermediate position halfway between the positions for back and front vowels, as for the a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,3 ], "of English soda" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a vowel articulated with the tongue held in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "central",1,1,4 ], "(of a force) directed from or towards a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centralism",1,1,1 ], "centralization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centralism",1,1,1 ], "the principle or act of bringing something under central control;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrality",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centralize",1,1,1 ], "to draw or move (something) to or towards a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centralize",1,1,2 ], "to bring or come under central control, esp| governmental control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre bit",1,1,1 ], "a drilling bit with a central projecting point and two side cutters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre forward",1,1,1 ], "the central forward in the attack|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre half",1,1,1 ], "a defender who plays in the middle of the defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre of curvature",1,1,1 ], "concave side of a curve at a given point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre of curvature",1,1,1 ], "the centre of a circle whose radius, the radius of curvature, is normal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre of gravity",1,1,1 ], "always acts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre of gravity",1,1,1 ], "the point through which the resultant of the gravitational forces on a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre of mass",1,1,1 ], "affecting the behaviour of the system under the action of external forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre of mass",1,1,1 ], "the point at which the mass of a system could be concentrated without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre of pressure",1,1,1 ], "immersed in a fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre of pressure",1,1,1 ], "the point in a body at which the resultant pressure acts when the body is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre of pressure",1,1,2 ], "of the aerofoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre of pressure",1,1,2 ], "the point at which the resultant aerodynamic forces intersect the chord line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre punch",1,1,1 ], "a small steel tool with a conical tip used to punch a small indentation at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre punch",1,1,1 ], "location of the centre of a hole to be drilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre spread",1,1,1 ], "often illustrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre spread",1,1,1 ], "the pair of two facing pages in the middle of a magazine, newspaper, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre three-quarter",1,1,1 ], "either of two middle players on the three-quarter line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,1,1 ], "that is equidistant from any point on the circumference or surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,1,1 ], "the midpoint of any line or figure, esp| the point within a circle or sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,1,2 ], "act, such as the centre of gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,1,2 ], "the point within a body through which a specified force may be considered to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10 ], "a punch mark or small conical hole in a part to be drilled, which enables the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10 ], "point of the drill to be located accurately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10,1 ], "a player who plays in the middle of the forward line|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10,1 ], "the position of a player who jumps for the ball at the start of play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10,1 ], "the ring around the bull's eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10,2 ], "a shot that hits this ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10,2 ], "field, court, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10,2 ], "the act or an instance of passing the ball from a wing to the middle of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,10,2 ], "the player in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,2 ], "the point, axis, or pivot about which a body rotates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,3 ], "a point, area, or part that is approximately in the middle of a larger area or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,3 ], "volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,4 ], "a place at which some specified activity is concentrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,5 ], "a person or thing that is a focus of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,6 ], "a place of activity or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,7 ], "a person, group, policy, or thing in the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,7,1 ], "a legislative assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,7,1 ], "a political party or group favouring moderation, esp| the moderate members of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,8 ], "any part of the central nervous system that regulates a specific function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,9 ], "a bar with a conical point upon which a workpiece or part may be turned or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,1,9 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,2,1 ], "to move towards, mark, put, or be at a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,3,1 ], "to focus or bring together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,4,1 ], "to have as a main point of view or theme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,5,1 ], "to adjust or locate (a workpiece or part) using a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,6,1 ], "to have as a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre",1,7,1 ], "to pass (the ball) into the middle of the field or court|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre-fire",1,1,1 ], "(of a cartridge) having the primer in the centre of the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centre-fire",1,1,2 ], "(of a firearm) adapted for such cartridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centreboard",1,1,1 ], "a supplementary keel for a sailing vessel, which may be adjusted by raising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centreboard",1,1,1 ], "and lowering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centred dot",1,1,1 ], "a heavy dot (@|) used to draw attention to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centred dot",1,1,1 ], "particular paragraph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centred dot",1,1,2 ], "a dot placed at a central level in a line of type or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrefold",1,1,1 ], "a large coloured illustration folded so that it forms the central spread of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrefold",1,1,1 ], "magazine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centrepiece",1,1,1 ], "an object used as the centre of something, esp| for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centri-",1,1,1 ], "variant of centro-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centric",1,1,1 ], "being central or having a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centric",1,1,2 ], "relating to or originating at a nerve centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal force",1,1,1 ], "a force that acts outwards on any body that rotates or moves along a curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal force",1,1,1 ], "path and is directed away from the axis of rotation or the centre of curvature of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal force",1,1,1 ], "the path" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal",1,1,1 ], "acting, moving, or tending to move away from a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or operated by centrifugal force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of certain inflorescences) developing outwards from a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal",1,1,4 ], "another word for efferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal",1,2,1 ], "any device that uses centrifugal force for its action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifugal",1,2,2 ], "the rotating perforated drum in a centrifuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifuge",1,1,1 ], "any of various rotating machines that separate liquids from solids or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifuge",1,1,1 ], "dispersions of one liquid in another, by the action of centrifugal force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centrifuge",1,1,2 ], "any of various rotating devices for subjecting human beings or animals to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrifuge",1,1,2 ], "varying accelerations for experimental purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centrifuge",1,2,1 ], "to subject to the action of a centrifuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centring",1,1,1 ], "a temporary structure, esp| one made of timber, used to support an arch during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centring",1,1,1 ], "construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centring",1,1,2 ], "the process of coming to or putting into a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centriole",1,1,1 ], "either of two rodlike bodies in most animal cells that form the poles of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centriole",1,1,1 ], "spindle during mitosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal force",1,1,1 ], "a force that acts inwards on any body that rotates or moves along a curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal force",1,1,1 ], "path and is directed towards the centre of curvature of the path or the axis of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal force",1,1,1 ], "rotation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal",1,1,1 ], "acting, moving, or tending to move towards a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or operated by centripetal force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of certain inflorescences) developing from the outside towards the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal",1,1,3 ], "centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centripetal",1,1,4 ], "another word for afferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrist",1,1,1 ], "a person holding moderate political views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centro-",1,1,1 ], "denoting a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrobaric",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with a centre of gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centroclinal",1,1,1 ], "down and in towards a central point or area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centroclinal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating a rock formation in which the strata slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centroid",1,1,1,1 ], "figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centroid",1,1,1,1 ], "the centre of mass of an object of uniform density, esp| of a geometric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centroid",1,1,1,2 ], "the other points in the set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centroid",1,1,1,2 ], "the point in a set whose coordinates are the mean values of the coordinates of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centromere",1,1,1 ], "during mitosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centromere",1,1,1 ], "the dense nonstaining region of a chromosome that attaches it to the spindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrosome",1,1,1 ], "a small protoplasmic body that surrounds the centrides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrosphere",1,1,1 ], "the central part of the earth, below the crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrosphere",1,1,2 ], "another name for centrosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centrum",1,1,1 ], "the main part or body of a vertebra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centum",1,1,1 ], "Germanic, Anatolian, and Tocharian branches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "centum",1,1,1 ], "denoting or belonging to the Indo-European languages in which original velar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centum",1,1,1 ], "stops (k) were not palatalized, namely languages of the Hellenic, Italic, Celtic," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "centuplicate" ,1, 1, 1],"(s$entju$:pl$Ike$It)",1). c_DEF([ "centuplicate" ,1, 2, 1],"to increase 100 times",1). c_DEF([ "centuplicate" ,1, 3, 1],"(s$entju$:pl$Ik$It, -ke$It)",1). c_DEF([ "centuplicate" ,1, 3, 2],"increased a hundredfold",1). c_DEF([ "centuplicate" ,1, 4, 1],"(s$entju$:pl$Ik$It, -ke$It)",1). c_DEF([ "centuplicate" ,1, 4, 2],"one hundredfold|Also ,centuple",1). c_DEF([ "centurial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a Roman century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centurial",1,1,2 ], "involving a period of 100 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "centurion",1,1,1 ], "the officer commanding a Roman century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century plant",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American agave, Agave americana, having large greyish leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century plant",1,1,1 ], "formerly thought to flower once in a century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "century plant",1,1,1 ], "greenish flowers on a tall fleshy stalk| It blooms only once in 10 to 30 years and was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,1 ], "a period of 100 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,2 ], "event, esp| the birth of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,2 ], "one of the successive periods of 100 years dated before or after an epoch or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,2,1 ], "a score or grouping of 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,2,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| the basketball team passed the century mark in their last game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Rome) a unit of foot soldiers, originally consisting of 100 men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,4 ], "(in ancient Rome) a division of the people for purposes of voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "century",1,1,5 ], "a style of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cent|",1,1,1 ], "centigrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cent|",1,1,2 ], "central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cent|",1,1,3 ], "century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cen|",1,1,1 ], "central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceorl",1,1,1 ], "a freeman of the lowest class in Anglo-Saxon England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cep",1,1,1 ], "an edible saprophytic basidiomycetous woodland fungus, Boletus edulis, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cep",1,1,1 ], "brown shining cap covering white spore-bearing tubes and having a rich nutty flavour:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cep",1,1,1 ], "family Boletineae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cephalad",1,1,1 ], "towards the head or anterior part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalalgia",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for headache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalic index",1,1,1 ], "multiplied by 100" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cephalic index",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the greatest width of the human head to its greatest length," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalic",1,1,2 ], "situated in, on, or near the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalin",1,1,1 ], "a phosphatide, similar to lecithin, that occurs in the nerve tissue and brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalization",1,1,1 ], "(in the evolution of animals) development of a head by the concentration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalization",1,1,1 ], "feeding and sensory organs and nervous tissue at the anterior end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cephalo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalochordate",1,1,1 ], "and no vertebral column; a lancelet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cephalochordate",1,1,1 ], "any chordate animal of the subphylum Cephalochordata, having a fishlike body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalochordate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cephalochordata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the dimensions of the human head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cephalopod" ,1, 1, 1],"any marine mollusc of the class Cephalopoda, characterized by well-developed",1). c_DEF([ "cephalopod" ,1, 1, 1],"head and eyes and a ring of sucker-bearing tentacles| The group includes the",2). c_DEF([ "cephalopod" ,1, 1, 1],"octopuses, squids, cuttlefish, and pearly nautilus",3). c_DEF([ "cephalopod" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Cephalopoda",1). c_DEF([ "cephalothorax",1,1,1 ], "a united head and thorax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cephalothorax",1,1,1 ], "the anterior part of many crustaceans and some other arthropods consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceraceous",1,1,1 ], "waxlike or waxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceramal",1,1,1 ], "another name for cermet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceramic",1,1,1 ], "a hard brittle material made by firing clay and similar substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceramic",1,1,2 ], "an object made from such a material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceramic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or made from a ceramic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceramic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to ceramics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceramics",1,1,1 ], "the art and techniques of producing articles of clay, porcelain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerargyrite",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-yellow or colourless soft secondary mineral consisting of silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerargyrite",1,1,1 ], "chloride in cubic crystalline form: a source of silver| Formula: AgCl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerastes",1,1,1 ], "any venomous snake of the genus Cerastes, esp| the horned viper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerate",1,1,1 ], "a hard ointment or medicated paste consisting of lard or oil mixed with wax or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerate",1,1,1 ], "resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerated",1,1,1 ], "(of certain birds, such as the falcon) having a cere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerated",1,1,2 ], "covered with wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerato-",1,1,1 ], "denoting horn or a hornlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerato-",1,1,2 ], "denoting the cornea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceratodus",1,1,1 ], "Cretaceous and Triassic times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceratodus",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct lungfish constituting the genus Ceratodus, common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceratoid",1,1,1 ], "having the shape or texture of animal horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cercaria",1,1,1 ], "one of the larval forms of trematode worms| It has a short forked tail and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cercaria",1,1,1 ], "resembles an immature adult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cercis",1,1,1 ], "and Judas tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cercis",1,1,1 ], "any tree or shrub of the leguminous genus Cercis, which includes the redbud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cercus",1,1,1 ], "and other arthropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cercus",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of sensory appendages at the tip of the abdomen of some insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cere",1,1,1 ], "a soft waxy swelling, containing the nostrils, at the base of the upper beak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cere",1,1,1 ], "in such birds as the parrot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cere",2,1,1 ], "to wrap (a corpse, etc|) in a cerecloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cereal",1,1,1 ], "any grass that produces an edible grain, such as oat, rye, wheat, rice, maize," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cereal",1,1,1 ], "sorghum, and millet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cereal",1,1,2 ], "the grain produced by such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cereal",1,1,3 ], "any food made from this grain, esp| breakfast food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cereal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to any of these plants or their products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebellum",1,1,1 ], "medulla oblongata and beneath the cerebrum, whose function is coordination of voluntary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebellum",1,1,1 ], "movements and maintenance of bodily equilibrium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cerebellum",1,1,1 ], "one of the major divisions of the vertebrate brain, situated in man above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral dominance",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere in right-handed people, to be more highly developed in certain functions than" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral dominance",1,1,1 ], "the normal tendency for one half of the brain, usually the left cerebral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral dominance",1,1,1 ], "the other half" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "either half of the cerebrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral palsy",1,1,1 ], "a nonprogressive impairment of muscular function and weakness of the limbs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral palsy",1,1,1 ], "caused by damage to the brain before or during birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the cerebrum or to the entire brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral",1,1,2 ], "involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral",1,1,3 ], "another word for cacuminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebral",1,2,1 ], "a consonant articulated in the manner of a cacuminal consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrate",1,1,1 ], "to use the mind; think; ponder; consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebration",1,1,1 ], "the act of thinking; consideration; thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebroside",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of lipids occurring in large amounts in the myelin sheath of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebroside",1,1,1 ], "nerves and containing fatty acids, sphingosine, and galactose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrospinal fluid",1,1,1 ], "brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrospinal fluid",1,1,1 ], "the clear colourless fluid in the spaces inside and around the spinal cord and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrospinal meningitis",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious form of meningitis caused by the bacterium Neisseria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrospinal meningitis",1,1,1 ], "meningitidis, characterized by high fever, skin rash, delirium, stupor, and sometimes coma|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrospinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the brain and spinal cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrovascular accident",1,1,1 ], "a sudden interruption of the blood supply to the brain caused by rupture of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrovascular accident",1,1,1 ], "artery in the brain (cerebral haemorrhage) or the blocking of a blood vessel, as by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrovascular accident",1,1,1 ], "clot of blood (cerebral occlusion)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrovascular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the blood vessels and the blood supply of the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrum",1,1,1 ], "associated with intellectual function, emotion, and personality" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrum",1,1,1 ], "hemispheres joined by a thick band of fibres: the dominant part of the brain in man," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrum",1,1,1 ], "the anterior portion of the brain of vertebrates, consisting of two lateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrum",1,1,2 ], "the brain considered as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerebrum",1,1,3 ], "the main neural bundle or ganglion of certain invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerecloth",1,1,1 ], "waxed waterproof cloth of a kind formerly used as a shroud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerement",1,1,1 ], "another name for cerecloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerement",1,1,2 ], "any burial clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremonial",1,1,1 ], "involving or relating to ceremony or ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremonial",1,2,1 ], "the observance of formality, esp| in etiquette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremonial",1,2,2 ], "a plan for formal observances on a particular occasion; ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremonial",1,2,2,1 ], "the prescribed order of rites and ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremonial",1,2,2,2 ], "a book containing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremonious",1,1,1 ], "especially or excessively polite or formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremonious",1,1,2 ], "observing ceremony; involving formalities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremony",1,1,1 ], "a formal act or ritual, often set by custom or tradition, performed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremony",1,1,1 ], "observation of an event or anniversary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceremony",1,1,2 ], "a religious rite or series of rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremony",1,1,3 ], "a courteous gesture or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremony",1,1,4 ], "ceremonial observances or gestures collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremony",1,1,5 ], "stand on ceremony| to insist on or act with excessive formality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceremony",1,1,6 ], "without ceremony| in a casual or informal manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceresin",1,1,1 ], "a white wax extracted from ozocerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cereus",1,1,1 ], "Brazil, which grows to a height of 13 metres (40 feet)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cereus",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American cactus of the genus Cereus, esp| C| jamacaru of N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cereus",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related cacti, such as the night-blooming cereus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceria",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for ceric oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceric oxide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CeO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ceric oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellow solid used in ceramics, enamels, and radiation shields|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing cerium in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerise",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate to dark red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerise",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerium metals",1,1,1 ], "samarium, forming a sub-group of the lanthanides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerium metals",1,1,1 ], "the metals lanthanum, cerium, praseodymium, neodymium, promethium, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerium",1,1,1 ], "795 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3468 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cerium",1,1,1 ], "a malleable ductile steel-grey element of the lanthanide series of metals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerium",1,1,1 ], "no|: 58; atomic wt|: 140|12; valency: 3 or 4; relative density: 6|77; melting pt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cerium",1,1,1 ], "used in lighter flints and as a reducing agent in metallurgy| Symbol: Ce; atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cermet",1,1,1 ], "any of several materials consisting of a metal matrix with ceramic particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cermet",1,1,1 ], "disseminated through it| They are hard and resistant to high temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cernuous",1,1,1 ], "(of some flowers or buds) drooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cero",1,1,1 ], "a large spiny-finned food fish, Scomberomorus regalis, of warm American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cero",1,1,1 ], "coastal regions of the Atlantic: family Scombridae (mackerels, tunnies, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cero",1,1,2 ], "any similar or related fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerography",1,1,1 ], "by electrotyping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerography",1,1,1 ], "the art of engraving on a waxed plate on which a printing surface is created" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceroplastic",1,1,1 ], "relating to wax modelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceroplastic",1,1,2 ], "modelled in wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceroplastics",1,1,1 ], "the art of wax modelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerotic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for hexacosanoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerotype",1,1,1 ], "a process for preparing a printing plate by engraving a wax-coated copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerotype",1,1,1 ], "plate and then using this as a mould for an electrotype" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing cerium in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cert",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the phrase a dead cert)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cert",1,1,1 ], "something that is a certainty, esp| a horse that is certain to win a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,1,1 ], "positive and confident about the truth of something; convinced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,1,2 ], "definitely known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,1,3 ], "sure; bound; destined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,1,4 ], "decided or settled upon; fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,1,5 ], "unfailing; reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,1,6 ], "moderate or minimum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,1,7 ], "make certain of| to ensure (that one will get something); confirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,2,1 ], "for certain| definitely; without a doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,3,1,1 ], "known but not specified or named" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,3,1,2 ], "certain of the members have not paid their subscriptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certain",1,3,2 ], "named but not known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certainly",1,1,1 ], "with certainty;without doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certainly",1,2,1 ], "by all means; definitely: used in answer to questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certainty",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certainty",1,1,2 ], "something established as certain or inevitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certainty",1,1,3 ], "for a certainty| without doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certes",1,1,1 ], "with certainty; truly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certifiable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being certified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certifiable",1,1,2 ], "fit to be certified as insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certificate of incorporation",1,1,1 ], "a signed statement that a company is duly incorporated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certificate of origin",1,1,1 ], "a document stating the name of the country that produced a specified shipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certificate of origin",1,1,1 ], "of goods: often required before importation of goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "certificate",1,1,1 ], "(s@@!t$If$Ik$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certificate",1,1,2 ], "an official document attesting the truth of the facts stated, as of birth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certificate",1,1,2 ], "marital status, death, health, completion of an academic course, ability to practise a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "certificate",1,1,2 ], "profession, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "certificate",1,1,3 ], "short for share certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certificate",1,2,1 ], "(s@@!t$If$I~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certificate",1,3,1 ], "to authorize by or present with an official document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certification",1,1,1 ], "the act of certifying or state of being certified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certification",1,1,2 ], "a document attesting the truth of a fact or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certified public accountant",1,1,1 ], "a public accountant certified to have met state legal requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certified",1,1,1 ], "holding or guaranteed by a certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certified",1,1,2 ], "endorsed or guaranteed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certified",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) declared legally insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certify",1,1,1 ], "to confirm or attest (to), usually in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certify",1,2,1 ], "to endorse or guarantee that certain required standards have been met" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certify",1,2,2 ], "to give reliable information or assurances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certify",1,3,1 ], "to declare legally insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certify",1,4,1 ], "(of a bank) to state in writing on (a cheque) that payment is guaranteed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certiorari",1,1,1 ], "a writ from a superior court directing that a record of proceedings in a lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "certiorari",1,1,1 ], "court be sent up for review" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "certitude",1,1,1 ], "confidence; certainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cert|",1,1,1 ], "certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cert|",1,1,2 ], "certification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cert|",1,1,3 ], "certified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerulean",1,1,1,1 ], "a deep blue colour; azure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerulean",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerumen",1,1,1 ], "external ear| Nontechnical name: earwax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cerumen",1,1,1 ], "the soft brownish-yellow wax secreted by glands in the auditory canal of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceruse",1,1,1 ], "another name for white lead ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerussite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless white or grey secondary mineral consisting of lead carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cerussite",1,1,1 ], "orthorhombic crystalline form: a source of lead| Formula: PbCO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cervelat",1,1,1 ], "a smoked sausage made from pork and beef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervical smear",1,1,1 ], "a smear of secretions and cellular material taken from the neck (cervix) of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervical smear",1,1,1 ], "the uterus for detection of cancer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cervical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the neck or cervix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervicitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the neck of the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervid",1,1,1 ], "any ruminant mammal of the family Cervidae, including the deer, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervid",1,1,1 ], "by the presence of antlers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cervid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cervidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervine",1,1,1 ], "resembling or relating to a deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervine",1,1,2 ], "of a dark yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervix",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervix",1,1,2 ], "any necklike part of an organ, esp| the lower part of the uterus that extends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cervix",1,1,2 ], "into the vagina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cesium",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of caesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cespitose",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of caespitose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,1,1 ], "any of several special taxes, such as a land tax in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,1,2 ], "(formerly in Ireland)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,1,2,1 ], "supplies at fixed prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,1,2,1 ], "the obligation to provide the soldiers and household of the lord deputy with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,1,2,2 ], "any military exaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,2,1 ], "to tax or assess for taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,3,1 ], "(formerly in Ireland) to impose (soldiers) upon a population, to be supported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",1,3,1 ], "by them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cess",2,1,1 ], "an Irish slang word for luck (esp| in the phrase bad cess to you!)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cess",3,1,1 ], "short for cesspool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cessation",1,1,1 ], "a ceasing or stopping; discontinuance; pause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cesser",1,1,1 ], "the coming to an end of a term interest or annuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cession",1,1,1 ], "the act of ceding, esp| of ceding rights, property, or territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cession",1,1,2 ], "something that is ceded, esp| land or territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cessionary",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom something is transferred; assignee; grantee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cesspool",1,1,1 ], "a covered cistern, etc|, for collecting and storing sewage or waste water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cesspool",1,1,2 ], "a filthy or corrupt place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cestode",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic flatworm of the class Cestoda, which includes the tapeworms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cestoid",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of tapeworms and similar animals) ribbon-like in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cestus",1,1,1 ], "the girdle of Aphrodite (Venus) decorated to cause amorousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cestus",2,1,1 ], "(in classical Roman boxing) a pugilist's gauntlet of bull's hide loaded or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cestus",2,1,1 ], "studded with metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cesura",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caesura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cetacean",1,1,1 ], "(dolphins, porpoises, etc|) and whalebone whales (rorquals, right whales, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cetacean",1,1,1 ], "mammals having no hind limbs and a blowhole for breathing: includes toothed whales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cetacean",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cetacea, an order of aquatic placental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cetacean",1,2,1 ], "a whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cetane number",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the quality of a diesel fuel expressed as the percentage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cetane number",1,1,1 ], "cetane in a mixture of cetane and 1-methylnapthalene of the same quality as the given" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cetane number",1,1,1 ], "fuel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cetane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble liquid alkane hydrocarbon used in the determination of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cetane",1,1,1 ], "the cetane number of diesel fuel| Formula: C16H34" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cete",1,1,1 ], "a group of badgers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ceteris paribus",1,1,1 ], "other things being equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cetology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the study of whales (cetaceans)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cetus" ,1, 2, 1],"a large constellation on the celestial equator near Pisces and Aquarius|It",1). c_DEF([ "cetus" ,1, 2, 1],"contains the variable star Mira Ceti",2). c_DEF([ "cf|",1,1,1 ], "(in bookbinding, etc|) calfskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cf|",1,1,2 ], "confer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cg",1,1,1 ], "centigram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cgs units",1,1,1 ], "a metric system of units based on the centimetre, gram, and second| For" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cgs units",1,1,1 ], "scientific and technical purposes these units have been replaced by SI units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cha-cha-cha",1,1,1 ], "a modern ballroom dance from Latin America with small steps and swaying hip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cha-cha-cha",1,1,1 ], "movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cha-cha-cha",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cha-cha-cha",1,2,1 ], "to perform this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chabazite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (Ca,Na,K)Al2Si4O12|6H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chabazite",1,1,1 ], "a pink, white, or colourless zeolite mineral consisting of a hydrated silicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chabazite",1,1,1 ], "of calcium, sodium, potassium, and aluminium in hexagonal crystalline form|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chablis",1,1,1 ], "a dry white burgundy wine made around Chablis, France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chacma",1,1,1 ], "a baboon, Papio (or Chaeropithecus)ursinus, having coarse greyish hair and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chacma",1,1,1 ], "occurring in southern and eastern Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaconne",1,1,1 ], "a musical form consisting of a set of continuous variations upon a ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaconne",1,1,1 ], "bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaconne",1,1,2 ], "a dance in slow triple time probably originating in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chacun",1,1,1 ], "each to his own taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chad",1,1,1 ], "computer cards or paper tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chad",1,1,1 ], "the small pieces of cardboard or paper removed during the punching of holes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaeta",1,1,1 ], "and the lugworm: used in locomotion a seta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaeta",1,1,1 ], "any of the chitinous bristles on the body of such annelids as the earthworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaetognath",1,1,1 ], "any small wormlike marine invertebrate of the phylum Chaetognatha, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaetognath",1,1,1 ], "the arrowworms, having a coelom and a ring of bristles around the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaetopod",1,1,1 ], "any annelid worm of the classes Oligochaeta or Polychaeta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafe",1,1,1 ], "to make or become sore or worn by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafe",1,2,1 ], "to warm (the hands, etc|) by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafe",1,2,2 ], "to irritate or be irritated or impatient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafe",1,3,1 ], "to cause friction; rub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafe",1,3,2 ], "chafe at the bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafe",1,4,1 ], "a soreness or irritation caused by friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafer",1,1,1 ], "any of various scarabaeid beetles, such as the cockchafer and rose chafer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",1,1,1 ], "the mass of husks, etc|, separated from the seeds during threshing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",1,1,2 ], "finely cut straw and hay used to feed cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",1,1,3 ], "something of little worth; rubbish (esp| in the phrase separate the wheat from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",1,1,3 ], "the chaff)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",1,1,4 ], "the dry membranous bracts enclosing the flowers of certain composite plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",1,1,5 ], "radar signals and prevent detection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",1,1,5 ], "thin strips of metallic foil released into the earth's atmosphere to deflect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",2,1,1 ], "light-hearted teasing or joking; banter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaff",2,2,1 ], "to tease good-naturedly; banter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaffer",1,1,1 ], "to haggle or bargain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaffer",1,1,2 ], "to chatter, talk, or say idly; bandy (words)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaffer",1,2,1 ], "to deal in; barter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaffer",1,3,1 ], "haggling or bargaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaffinch",1,1,1 ], "a common European finch, Fringilla coelebs, with black and white wings and, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaffinch",1,1,1 ], "the male, a reddish body and blue-grey head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chafing dish",1,1,1 ], "a vessel with a heating apparatus beneath it, for cooking or keeping food warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chafing dish",1,1,1 ], "at the table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chagrin",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of annoyance or mortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chagrin",1,2,1 ], "to embarrass and annoy; mortify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain gang",1,1,1 ], "a group of convicted prisoners chained together, usually while doing hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain gang",1,1,1 ], "labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain grate",1,1,1 ], "a type of mechanical stoker for a furnace, in which the grate consists of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain grate",1,1,1 ], "endless chain that draws the solid fuel into the furnace as it rotates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain letter",1,1,1 ], "a letter, often with a request for and promise of money, that is sent to many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain letter",1,1,1 ], "people who add to or recopy it and send it on to others: illegal in many countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain lightning",1,1,1 ], "another name for forked lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain mail",1,1,1 ], "another term for mail'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain printer",1,1,1 ], "a line printer in which the type is on a continuous chain, used to print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain printer",1,1,1 ], "computer output" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain reaction",1,1,1 ], "a process in which a neutron colliding with an atomic nucleus causes fission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain reaction",1,1,1 ], "and the ejection of one or more other neutrons, which induce other nuclei to split" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain reaction",1,1,2 ], "a chemical reaction in which the product of one step is a reactant in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain reaction",1,1,2 ], "following step" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain reaction",1,1,3 ], "a series of rapidly occurring events, each of which precipitates the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain rule",1,1,1 ], "a theorem that may be used in the differentiation of the function of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain rule",1,1,1 ], "function of y" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chain rule",1,1,1 ], "function| It states that du/dx,,(du/dy)(dy/dx), where y is a function of x and u a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain saw",1,1,1 ], "a continuous chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain saw",1,1,1 ], "a motor-driven saw, usually portable, in which the cutting teeth form links in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain shot",1,1,1 ], "cannon shot comprising two balls or half balls joined by a chain, much used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain shot",1,1,1 ], "formerly, esp| in naval warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain stitch" ,1, 1, 1],"an ornamental looped embroidery stitch resembling the links of a chain",1). c_DEF([ "chain stitch" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "chain stitch" ,1, 2, 2],"to sew (something) with this stitch",1). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,1 ], "a flexible length of metal links, used for confining, connecting, pulling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,1 ], "etc|, or in jewellery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,10 ], "a series of natural features, esp| approximately parallel mountain ranges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,2 ], "anything that confines, fetters, or restrains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,3 ], "(usually pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,4 ], "a set of metal links that fit over the tyre of a motor vehicle to increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,4 ], "traction and reduce skidding on an icy surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,5 ], "a series of related or connected facts, events, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,5,1 ], "a number of establishments such as hotels, shops, etc|, having the same owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,5,1 ], "or management" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,6 ], "a unit of length equal to 22 yards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,7 ], "a unit of length equal to 100 feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,8 ], "a unit of length equal to 15 feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,9 ], "resulting molecule, ion, or radical resembles a chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,1,9 ], "two or more atoms or groups bonded together so that the configuration of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,2,1 ], "to measure with a chain or tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,3,1 ], "to confine, tie, or make fast with or as if with a chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain",1,3,2 ], "short for chain-stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain-react",1,1,1 ], "to undergo a chain reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chain-smoke",1,1,1 ], "one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chain-smoke",1,1,1 ], "to smoke (cigarettes, etc|) continually, esp| lighting one from the preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chainman",1,1,1 ], "a person who does the chaining in a survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chainplate",1,1,1 ], "a metal plate on the side of a vessel, to which the shrouds are attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair lift",1,1,1 ], "a series of chairs suspended from a power-driven cable for conveying people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair lift",1,1,1 ], "esp| skiers, up a mountain| 6n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,1 ], "a seat with a back on which one person sits, typically having four legs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,1 ], "often having arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,2 ], "an official position of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,3 ], "a person holding an office of authority, esp| the chairman of a debate or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,3 ], "meeting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,4 ], "a professorship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,5 ], "an iron or steel socket with a deep groove designed to take the rail and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,5 ], "secure it to the sleeper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,6 ], "short for sedan chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,7 ], "in the chair| chairing a debate or meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,8 ], "take the chair| to preside as chairman for a meeting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,1,9 ], "the chair| an informal name for electric chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,2,1 ], "to preside over (a meeting)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,2,2 ], "to carry aloft in a sitting position after a triumph or great achievement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,2,3 ], "to provide with a chair of office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chair",1,2,4 ], "to install in a chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chairborne",1,1,1 ], "having an administrative or desk job rather than a more active one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chairman" ,1, 1, 1],"Also: (fem|),chairwoman, chairlady, or",1). c_DEF([ "chaise longue",1,1,1 ], "a long low chair for reclining, with a back and single armrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaise",1,1,1 ], "a light open horse-drawn carriage, esp| one with two wheels designed for two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaise",1,1,1 ], "passengers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaise",1,1,2 ], "short for post chaise and chaise longue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaise",1,1,3 ], "a gold coin first issued in France in the 14th century, depicting the king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaise",1,1,3 ], "seated on a throne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalaza",1,1,1 ], "in position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalaza",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of spiral threads of albumen holding the yolk of a bird's egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalaza",1,1,2 ], "joined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalaza",1,1,2 ], "the basal part of a plant ovule, where the integuments and nucellus are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcanthite",1,1,1 ], "a blue secondary mineral consisting of hydrated copper sulphate in triclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcanthite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| Formula: CuSO4|5H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalcedony",1,1,1 ], "a microcrystalline often greyish form of quartz with crystals arranged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcedony",1,1,1 ], "parallel fibres: a gemstone| Formula: SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalcid",1,1,1 ], "any tiny hymenopterous insect of the family Chalcididae and related families," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcid",1,1,1 ], "whose larvae are parasites of other insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating copper or a copper alloy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcocite",1,1,1 ], "a heavy grey mineral consisting of cuprous sulphide in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcocite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: an ore of copper| Formula: Cu2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalcography",1,1,1 ], "the art of engraving on copper or brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcolithic",1,1,1 ], "implements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalcolithic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a period characterized by the use of both stone and bronze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcopyrite",1,1,1 ], "a widely distributed yellow mineral consisting of a sulphide of copper and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalcopyrite",1,1,1 ], "iron in tetragonal crystalline form: the principal ore of copper| Formula: CuFeS2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaldron",1,1,1 ], "a unit of capacity equal to 36 bushels| Formerly used in the U|S| for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaldron",1,1,1 ], "measurement of solids, being equivalent to 1|268 cubic metres| Used in Britain for both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaldron",1,1,1 ], "solids and liquids, it is equivalent to 1|309 cubic metres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chalet",1,1,1 ], "a type of wooden house of Swiss origin, typically low, with wide projecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalet",1,1,1 ], "eaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalet",1,1,2 ], "a similar house used esp| as a ski lodge, garden house, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalice",1,1,1 ], "a drinking cup; goblet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalice",1,1,2 ], "a gold or silver cup containing the wine at Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalice",1,1,3 ], "a cup-shaped flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaliced",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having cup-shaped flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalicothere",1,1,1 ], "any of various very large extinct Tertiary horselike perissodactyl mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalicothere",1,1,1 ], "that had clawed feet but otherwise resembled titanotheres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalk and talk",1,1,1 ], "a formal method of teaching, in which the focal points are the blackboard and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk and talk",1,1,1 ], "the teacher's voice, as contrasted with more informal child-centred activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalk out",1,1,1 ], "to outline (a plan, scheme, etc|) sketch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk talk",1,1,1 ], "an informal lecture with pertinent points, explanatory diagrams, etc|, shown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk talk",1,1,1 ], "on a blackboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalk up",1,1,1 ], "to score or register (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk up",1,1,2 ], "to credit (money) to an account etc| (esp| in the phrase chalk it up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,1 ], "a soft fine-grained white sedimentary rock consisting of nearly pure calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,1 ], "carbonate, containing minute fossil fragments of marine organisms, usually without a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,1 ], "cementing material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,2 ], "a line, mark, etc| made with chalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,3 ], "a small cube of prepared chalk or similar substance for rubbing the tip of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,3 ], "cue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,4 ], "a score, tally, or record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,5 ], "as alike as chalk and cheese| Informal| totally different in essentials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,6 ], "by a long chalk| Brit| informal| by far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,7 ], "can't tell chalk from cheese| to be unable to judge or appreciate important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,7 ], "differences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,8 ], "not by a long chalk| Brit| informal| by no means; not possibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,1,9 ], "made of chalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,2,1 ], "to draw or mark (something) with chalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,3,1 ], "to mark, rub, or whiten with or as if with chalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,4,1 ], "(of paint) to become chalky; powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalk",1,5,1 ], "to spread chalk on (land) as a fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalkboard",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for blackboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalkpit",1,1,1 ], "a quarry for chalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalkstone",1,1,1 ], "another name for tophus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challah",1,1,1 ], "bread, usually in the form of a plaited loaf, traditionally eaten by Jews to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challah",1,1,1 ], "celebrate the Sabbath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,1,1 ], "to invite or summon (someone to do something, esp| to take part in a contest)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,1,2 ], "to call (something) into question; dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,1,3 ], "to make demands on; stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,1,4 ], "to order (a person) to halt and be identified or to give a password" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,1,5 ], "to make formal objection to (a juror or jury)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,1,6 ], "to lay claim to (attention, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,2,1 ], "(of a hound) to cry out on first encountering the scent of a quarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,2,2 ], "disease microorganisms to test for immunity to the disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,2,2 ], "to inject (an experimental animal immunized with a test substance) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,1 ], "a call to engage in a fight, argument, or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,2 ], "a questioning of a statement or fact; a demand for justification or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,2 ], "explanation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,3 ], "a demanding or stimulating situation, career, object, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,4 ], "a demand by a sentry, watchman, etc|, for identification or a password" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,5 ], "an assertion that a person is not entitled to vote or that a vote is invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,6 ], "a formal objection to a person selected to serve on a jury (challenge to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challenge",1,3,6 ], "polls) or to the whole body of jurors (challenge to the array)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "challis",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight plain-weave fabric of wool, cotton, etc|, usually with a printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "challis",1,1,1 ], "design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chalone",1,1,1 ], "any internal secretion that inhibits a physiological process or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalutz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of halutz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalybeate",1,1,1 ], "containing or impregnated with iron salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalybeate",1,2,1 ], "any drug, etc|, containing or tasting of iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chalybite",1,1,1 ], "another name for siderite ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cham",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for khan'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamade",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a signal by drum or trumpet inviting an enemy to a parley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamaephyte",1,1,1 ], "a plant whose buds are close to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber counsel",1,1,1 ], "a counsel who advises in private and does not plead in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber music",1,1,1 ], "music for performance by a small group of instrumentalists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber of commerce",1,1,1 ], "an organization composed mainly of local businessmen to promote, regulate, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber of commerce",1,1,1 ], "protect their interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamber orchestra",1,1,1 ], "a small orchestra of about 25 players, used for the authentic performance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber orchestra",1,1,1 ], "baroque and early classical music as well as modern music written specifically for a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamber orchestra",1,1,1 ], "small orchestra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chamber organ",1,1,1 ], "a small compact organ used esp| for the authentic performance of pre-classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber organ",1,1,1 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamber pot",1,1,1 ], "a vessel for urine, used in bedrooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,1 ], "a meeting hall, esp| one used for a legislative or judicial assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,2 ], "a reception room or audience room in an official residence, palace, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,3 ], "a room in a private house, esp| a bedroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,3,1 ], "a legislative, deliberative, judicial, or administrative assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,3,2 ], "any of the houses of a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,4 ], "an enclosed space; compartment; cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,5 ], "the space between two gates of the locks of a canal, dry dock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,6 ], "an enclosure for a cartridge in the cylinder of a revolver or for a shell in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,6 ], "the breech of a cannon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,7 ], "a place where the money of a government, corporation, etc|, was stored;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,7 ], "treasury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,8 ], "short for chamber pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,1,9 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for chamber music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamber",1,2,1 ], "to put in or provide with a chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambered nautilus",1,1,1 ], "another name for the pearly nautilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamberlain",1,1,1 ], "an officer who manages the household of a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamberlain",1,1,2 ], "the steward of a nobleman or land owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamberlain",1,1,3 ], "the treasurer of a municipal corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambermaid",1,1,1 ], "a woman or girl employed to clean and tidy bedrooms, now chiefly in hotels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambers",1,1,1 ], "a judge's room for hearing private cases not taken in open court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambers",1,1,2 ], "(in England) the set of rooms occupied by barristers where clients are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambers",1,1,2 ], "interviewed (in London, mostly in the Inns of Court)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chambers",1,1,3 ], "a suite of rooms; apartments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambers",1,1,4 ], "(in the U|S|) the private office of a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambray",1,1,1 ], "a smooth light fabric of cotton, linen, etc|, with white weft and a coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chambray",1,1,1 ], "warp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chameleon",1,1,1 ], "any lizard of the family Chamaeleontidae of Africa and Madagascar, having long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chameleon",1,1,1 ], "slender legs, a prehensile tail and tongue, and the ability to change colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chameleon",1,1,2 ], "a changeable or fickle person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamfer",1,1,1 ], "a narrow flat surface at the corner of a beam, post, etc|, esp| one at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamfer",1,1,1 ], "angle of 45 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamfer",1,2,1 ], "to cut such a surface on (a beam, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamfer",1,2,2 ], "another word for chase'2 ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamfron",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour for a horse's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,1,1 ], "Europe and SW Asia, having vertical horns with backward-pointing tips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,1,1 ], "a sure-footed goat antelope, Rupicapra rupicapra, inhabiting mountains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,1,2 ], "a soft suede leather formerly made from the hide of this animal, now obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,1,2 ], "from the skins of sheep and goats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,1,3 ], ", chammy a piece of such leather or similar material used for polishing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,1,4 ], "a yellow to greyish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,2,1 ], "to dress (leather or skin) like chamois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamois",1,2,2 ], "to polish with a chamois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chamomile",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of camomile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champ",1,1,1 ], "to munch (food) noisily like a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champ",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on, at, etc|) to bite (something) nervously or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champ",1,1,2 ], "impatiently; gnaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "champ",1,1,3 ], "champ at the bit| Informal| to be impatient to start work, a journey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champ",1,2,1 ], "the act or noise of champing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champ",1,2,2 ], "a dish of mashed potatoes and spring onions or leeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champ",2,1,1 ], "short for champion ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champac",1,1,1 ], "a magnoliaceous tree, Michelia champaca, of India and the East Indies| Its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champac",1,1,1 ], "fragrant yellow flowers yield an oil used in perfumes and its wood is used for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "champac",1,1,1 ], "furniture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "champagne",1,1,1 ], "a white sparkling wine produced around Reims and Epernay, France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champagne",1,1,2 ], "any effervescent white wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champagne",1,1,2,1 ], "a colour varying from a pale orange-yellow to a greyish-yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champagne",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champaign",1,1,1 ], "an expanse of open level or gently undulating country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champaign",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for battlefield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champers",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for champagne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champerty",1,1,1 ], "an illegal bargain between a party to litigation and an outsider whereby the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champerty",1,1,1 ], "latter agrees to pay for the action and thereby share in any proceeds recovered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "champignon",1,1,1 ], "any of various agaricaceous edible mushrooms, esp| Marasmius oreades and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champignon",1,1,1 ], "meadow mushroom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who has defeated all others in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,1,1,1 ], "a plant or animal that wins first place in a show, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,1,2 ], "a person who defends a person or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a warrior or knight who did battle for another, esp| a king or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,1,3 ], "queen, to defend their rights or honour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,2,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,2,2 ], "first rate; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,3,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,3,2 ], "very well; excellently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champion",1,4,1 ], "to support; defend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "championship",1,1,1 ], "any of various contests held to determine a champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "championship",1,1,2 ], "the title or status of being a champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "championship",1,1,3 ], "support for or defence of a cause, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champlev",1,1,1 ], "metal base and filled with enamel colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "champlev",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a process of enamelling by which grooves are cut into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "champlev",1,2,1 ], "an object enamelled by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,1,1 ], "certain way rather than another, spoken of as a real force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,1,1 ], "the unknown and unpredictable element that causes an event to result in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,10 ], "the main chance| the opportunity for personal gain (esp| in the phrase an eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,10 ], "to the main chance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,2 ], "fortune; luck; fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,3 ], "an opportunity or occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,4 ], "a risk; gamble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,5 ], "the extent to which an event is likely to occur; probability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,6 ], "an unpredicted event, esp| a fortunate one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,7 ], "an unlucky, event;, mishap|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,8 ], "by, chance|, a|,accidentally,he slipped by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,8,2 ], "perhaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,1,9 ], "on the chance| acting on the possibility; in case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,2,1 ], "to risk; hazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,2,2 ], "to happen by chance; be the case by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,2,3 ], "chance on to come upon by accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,2,4 ], "chance one's arm| to attempt to do something although the chance of success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance",1,2,4 ], "may be slight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chance-medley",1,1,1 ], "a sudden quarrel in which one party kills another; unintentional but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chance-medley",1,1,1 ], "blameless killing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chancel",1,1,1 ], "separated from the nave and transepts by a screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chancel",1,1,1 ], "the part of a church containing the altar, sanctuary, and choir, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellery",1,1,1 ], "the building or room occupied by a chancellor's office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellery",1,1,2 ], "the position, rank, or office of a chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellery",1,1,2,1 ], "the residence or office of an embassy or legation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellery",1,1,2,2 ], "the office of a consulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellery",1,1,3 ], "another name for a diplomatic chancery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,1 ], "the head of the government in several European countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,2 ], "officer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,2 ], "the president of a university or, in some colleges, the chief administrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,3 ], "the honorary head of a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,4 ], "(in some states) the presiding judge of a court of chancery or equity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,5 ], "the chief secretary of an embassy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,6 ], "a clergyman acting as the law officer of a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancellor",1,1,7 ], "the chief secretary of a prince, nobleman, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,1 ], "the Lord Chancellor's court, now a division of the High Court of Justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,2 ], "a court of equity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,3 ], "the political section or offices of an embassy or legation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,4 ], "another name for chancellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,5 ], "a court of public records; archives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,6 ], "a diocesan office under the supervision of a bishop's chancellor, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,6 ], "custody of archives, issuing official enactments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,7 ], "in chancery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,7,1 ], "Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,8 ], "(of a suit) pending in a court of equity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,8,2 ], "Wrestling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,9 ], "(of a competitor''s head) locked under an opponent's arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancery",1,1,9,3 ], "in an awkward or helpless situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancre",1,1,1 ], "a small hard nodular growth, which is the first diagnostic sign of acquired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancre",1,1,1 ], "syphilis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chancroid",1,1,1 ], "a soft venereal ulcer, esp| of the male genitals, caused by infection with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancroid",1,1,1 ], "bacillus Haemophilus ducreyi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chancroid",1,2,1 ], "relating to or resembling a chancroid or chancre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancy",1,1,1 ], "chancier, chanciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chancy",1,1,2 ], "of uncertain outcome or temperament; risky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandelier",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental hanging light with branches and holders for several candles or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandelier",1,1,1 ], "bulbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chandelle",1,1,1 ], "aircraft's momentum is used to increase its rate of climb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chandelle",1,1,1 ], "an abrupt climbing turn almost to the point of stalling, in which an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandelle",1,2,1 ], "to carry out a chandelle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandler",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in a specified trade or merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandler",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes or sells candles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandler",1,1,3 ], "a retailer of grocery provisions; shopkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandlery",1,1,1 ], "the business, warehouse, or merchandise of a chandler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chandlery",1,1,2 ], "a place where candles are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change down",1,1,1 ], "to select a lower gear when driving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change of life",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for menopause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change of venue",1,1,1 ], "the removal of a trial out of one jurisdiction into another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change point",1,1,1 ], "a point to which a foresight and backsight are taken in levelling; turning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change point",1,1,1 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change round" ,1, 1, 1],"to place in or adopt a different or opposite position",1). c_DEF([ "change round" ,1, 2, 1],"change",1). c_DEF([ "change round" ,1, 2, 2],"the act of changing to a different position",1). c_DEF([ "change up",1,1,1 ], "to select a higher gear when driving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,1,1 ], "to make or become different; alter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,2,1 ], "to replace with or exchange for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,2,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by to or into) to transform or convert or be transformed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,2,2 ], "converted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,2,3 ], "to give and receive (something) in return; interchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,3,1 ], "denomination or different currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,3,1 ], "to give or receive (money) in exchange for the equivalent sum in a smaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,4,1 ], "to remove or replace the coverings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,4,2 ], "(when intr|, may be foll| by into or out of) to put on other clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,1 ], "(of the moon) to pass from one phase to the following one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,2 ], "ratio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,2 ], "to operate (the gear lever of a motor vehicle) in order to change the gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,3 ], "to alight from (one bus, train, etc|) and board another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,4 ], "change face| to rotate the telescope of a surveying instrument through 180" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,4 ], "degrees horizontally and vertically, taking a second sighting of the same object in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,4 ], "order to reduce error" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,5 ], "change feet| Informal| to put on different shoes, boots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,6 ], "change front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,6,1 ], "(of a military force) to turn in another direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,6,2 ], "to alter one's attitude, opinion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,7 ], "change hands| to pass from one owner to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,8 ], "change one's mind| to alter one's decision or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,5,9 ], "change one's tune| to alter one's attitude or tone of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,1 ], "the act or fact of changing or being changed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,10 ], "a place where merchants meet to transact business; an exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,11 ], "the act of passing from one state or phase to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,12 ], "the transition from one phase of the moon to the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,13 ], "the order in which a peal of bells may be rung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,14 ], "short for changeover ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,15 ], "desirable or useful information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,16 ], "fickleness or caprice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,17 ], "change of heart| a profound change of outlook, opinion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,18 ], "exploit or extract information from (someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,18 ], "get no change out of (someone)| Slang| not to be successful in attempts to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,19 ], "repeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,19 ], "ring the changes| to vary the manner or performance of an action that is often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,2 ], "a variation, deviation, or modification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,3 ], "the substitution of one thing for another; exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,4 ], "anything that is or may be substituted for something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,5 ], "variety or novelty (esp| in the phrase for a change)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,6 ], "a different or fresh set, esp| of clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,7 ], "money given or received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,7 ], "or in a different currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,8 ], "the amount due" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,8 ], "the balance of money given or received when the amount tendered is larger than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change",1,6,9 ], "coins of a small denomination regarded collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change-ringing",1,1,1 ], "order which is then changed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "change-ringing",1,1,1 ], "the art of bell-ringing in which a set of bells is rung in an established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "change-ringing",1,1,2 ], "variations on a topic or theme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "changeable",1,1,1 ], "able to change or be changed; fickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "changeable",1,1,2 ], "varying in colour when viewed from different angles or in different lights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "changeful",1,1,1 ], "often changing; inconstant; variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "changeling",1,1,1 ], "a child believed to have been exchanged by fairies for the parents' true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "changeling",1,1,1 ], "child" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "changeling",1,1,1,1 ], "an idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "changeling",1,1,1,2 ], "a fickle or changeable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 1, 1],"an alteration or complete reversal from one method, system, or product to",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 1, 1],"another",2). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"by handing over a baton, etc",2). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the act of transferring to or being relieved by a teammate in a relay race, as",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"change",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 1, 2],"a reversal of a situation, attitude, etc",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 1, 3],"the exchange of ends by two teams, esp| at half time",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 2, 1],"ver",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 2, 2],"to adopt (a completely different position or attitude)",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) Sport, chiefly Brit",1). c_DEF([ "changeover" ,1, 2, 4],"(of two teams) to exchange ends of a playing field, etc|, as after half time",1). c_DEF([ "channel iron",1,1,1 ], "a rolled-steel bar with a U-shaped cross section| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel iron",1,1,1 ], "channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,1 ], "a broad strait connecting two areas of sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,2 ], "the bed or course of a river, stream, or canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,3 ], "a navigable course through a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,4 ], "a means or agency of access, communication, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,5 ], "a course into which something can be directed or moved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,5,1 ], "a band of radio frequencies assigned for a particular purpose, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,5,1 ], "broadcasting of a television signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,5,2 ], "a path for an electrical signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,5,3 ], "a thin semiconductor layer between the source and drain of a field-effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,5,3 ], "transistor, the conductance of which is controlled by the gate voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,6 ], "a tubular or trough-shaped passage for fluids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,7 ], "a groove or flute, as in the shaft of a column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,7,1 ], "a path along which data can be transmitted between a central processing unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,7,1 ], "and one or more peripheral devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,7,2 ], "one of the lines along the length of a paper tape on which information can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,7,2 ], "stored in the form of punched holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,1,8 ], "short for ,channel iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,2,1 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,2,1 ], "to provide or be provided with a channel or channels; make or cut channels in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,2,2 ], "(tr|) to guide into or convey through a channel or channels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",1,2,3 ], "(tr|) to form a groove or flute in (a column, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",2,1,1 ], "a flat timber or metal ledge projecting from the hull of a vessel above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "channel",2,1,1 ], "chainplates to increase the angle of the shrouds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "channelize",1,1,1 ], "to guide through or as if through a channel provide a channel for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chanson de geste",1,1,1 ], "famous of which is the Chanson de Roland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chanson de geste",1,1,1 ], "one of a genre of Old French epic poems celebrating heroic deeds, the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,1,1 ], "a simple song or melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,1,2 ], "a short simple melody in which several words or syllables are assigned to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,1,2 ], "note, as in the recitation of psalms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,1,3 ], "a psalm or canticle performed by using such a melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,1,4 ], "a rhythmic or repetitious slogan, usually spoken or sung, as by sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,1,4 ], "supporters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,1,5 ], "monotonous or singsong intonation in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,2,1 ], "to sing or recite (a psalm, prayer, etc|) as a chant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,2,2 ], "to intone (a slogan) rhythmically or repetitiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chant",1,2,3 ], "to speak or say monotonously as if intoning a chant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chanter",1,1,1 ], "a person who chants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chanter",1,1,2 ], "the melody is played" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chanter",1,1,2 ], "the pipe on a set of bagpipes that is provided with finger holes and on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chanterelle",1,1,1 ], "any saprophytic basidiomycetous fungus of the genus Cantharellus, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chanterelle",1,1,1 ], "cibarius, having an edible yellow funnel-shaped mushroom: family Cantharellaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chanteuse",1,1,1 ], "a female singer, esp| in a nightclub or cabaret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chantey",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of shanty'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chanticleer",1,1,1 ], "a name for a cock, used esp| in fables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chantry",1,1,1 ], "an endowment for the singing of Masses for the soul of the founder or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chantry",1,1,1 ], "designated by him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chantry",1,1,2 ], "a chapel or altar so endowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chanty",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of shanty'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaos",1,1,1 ], "the disordered formless matter supposed to have existed before the ordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaos",1,1,1 ], "universe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaos",1,1,2 ], "complete disorder; utter confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaos",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for abyss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chap",1,1,1 ], "(of the skin) to make or become raw and cracked, esp| by exposure to cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chap",1,2,1 ], "a cracked or sore patch on the skin caused by chapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chap",2,1,1 ], "a man or boy; fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chap",3,1,1 ], "a less common word for chop'3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaparejos",1,1,1 ], "another name for chaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaparral cock",1,1,1 ], "another name for roadrunner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaparral pea",1,1,1 ], "a thorny leguminous Californian shrub, Pickeringia montana, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaparral pea",1,1,1 ], "reddish-purple showy flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaparral",1,1,1 ], "(in the southwestern U|S|) a dense growth of shrubs and trees, esp| evergreen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaparral",1,1,1 ], "oaks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapatti",1,1,1 ], "(in Indian cookery) a flat coarse unleavened bread resembling a pancake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapbook",1,1,1 ], "a book of popular ballads, stories, etc|, formerly sold by chapmen or pedlars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chape",1,1,1 ], "a metal tip or trimming for a scabbard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chape",1,1,2 ], "the metal tongue of a buckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapeau",1,1,1 ], "a hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel of ease",1,1,1 ], "a church built to accommodate those living at a distance from the parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel of ease",1,1,1 ], "church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,1 ], "a place of Christian worship in a larger building, esp| a place set apart," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,1 ], "with a separate altar, in a church or cathedral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,2 ], "a similar place of worship in or attached to a large house or institution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,2 ], "such as a college, hospital or prison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,3 ], "a church subordinate to a parish church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,4 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,4,1 ], "a Nonconformist place of worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,4,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,4,1 ], "the members of a trade union in a particular newspaper office, printing house," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,4,2 ], "Nonconformist religious practices or doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,4,2 ], "a meeting of these members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,4,3 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapel",1,1,5 ], "a printing office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaperon",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) an older or married woman who accompanies or supervises a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaperon",1,1,1 ], "young unmarried woman on social occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaperon",1,1,2 ], "someone who accompanies and supervises a group, esp| of young people, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaperon",1,1,2 ], "when in public places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaperon",1,2,1 ], "to act as a chaperon to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapfallen",1,1,1 ], "dejected; downhearted; crestfallen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapiter",1,1,1 ], "another name for capital'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplain",1,1,1 ], "a Christian clergyman attached to a private chapel of a prominent person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplain",1,1,1 ], "institution or ministering to a military body, professional group, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaplet",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental wreath of flowers, beads, etc|, worn on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplet",1,1,2 ], "a string of beads or something similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplet",1,1,2,1 ], "a string of prayer beads constituting one third of the rosary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplet",1,1,2,2 ], "the prayers counted on this string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplet",1,1,3 ], "a narrow convex moulding in the form of a string of beads; astragal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplet",1,1,4 ], "a metal support for the core in a casting mould, esp| for the core of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaplet",1,1,4 ], "cylindrical pipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapman",1,1,1 ], "a trader, esp| an itinerant pedlar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chappal",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of sandals, usually of leather, worn in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chappie",1,1,1 ], "another word for chap ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaps",1,1,1 ], "leather overalls without a seat, worn by cowboys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapstick",1,1,1 ], "a cylinder of a substance for preventing or soothing chapped lips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,1 ], "a division of a written work, esp| a narrative, usually titled or numbered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,2 ], "a sequence of events having a common attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,3 ], "an episode or period in a life, history, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,4 ], "a numbered reference to that part of a Parliamentary session which relates to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,4 ], "a specified Act of Parliament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,5 ], "a branch of some societies, clubs, etc|, esp| of a secret society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,6 ], "church or of the members of a monastic or knightly order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,6 ], "the collective body or a meeting of the canons of a cathedral or collegiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,7 ], "a general assembly of some organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,1,8 ], "chapter and verse| exact authority for an action or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapter",1,2,1 ], "to divide into chapters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapterhouse",1,1,1 ], "the building attached to a cathedral, collegiate church, or religious house in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chapterhouse",1,1,1 ], "which the chapter meets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chapterhouse",1,1,2 ], "the meeting place of a society, club, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chap|",1,1,1 ], "chaplain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chap|",1,1,2 ], "chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "char" ,3, 1, 1],"short for ,charwoman",1). c_DEF([ "char" ,3, 2, 1],"to do housework, cleaning, etc|, as a job",1). c_DEF([ "char",1,1,1 ], "to burn or be burned partially, esp| so as to blacken the surface; scorch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "char",1,2,1 ], "to reduce (wood) to charcoal by partial combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "char",2,1,1 ], "any of various troutlike fishes of the genus Salvelinus, esp| S| alpinus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "char",2,1,1 ], "occurring in cold lakes and northern seas: family Salmonidae (salmon)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "char",4,1,1 ], "a slang word for tea| from Chinese ch'a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charabanc",1,1,1 ], "a motor coach, esp| one used for sightseeing tours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characin",1,1,1 ], "Central and South America and Africa| They are similar to the carps but more brightly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "characin",1,1,1 ], "any small carnivorous freshwater cyprinoid fish of the family Characidae, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characin",1,1,1 ], "coloured" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "character actor",1,1,1 ], "an actor who specializes in playing odd or eccentric characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character sketch",1,1,1 ], "a brief description or portrayal of a person's character, qualities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character type",1,1,1 ], "a cluster of personality traits commonly occurring together in an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,1 ], "of a person or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,1 ], "the combination of traits and qualities distinguishing the individual nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,10 ], "a symbol used in a writing system, such as a letter of the alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,11 ], "any single letter, numeral, punctuation mark, or symbol cast as a type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,12 ], "any such letter, numeral, etc|, each of which is a unit of information and can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,12 ], "be represented uniquely by binary code" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,13 ], "a style of writing or printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,14 ], "a gene or group of genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,14 ], "any structure, function, attribute, etc|, in an organism that is determined by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,15 ], "a short prose sketch of a distinctive type of person, usually representing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,15 ], "vice or virtue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,16 ], "in character| typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,17 ], "(or not typical) of the apparent character of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,2 ], "one such distinguishing quality; characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,3 ], "moral force; integrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,3,1 ], "reputation, esp| a good reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,4 ], "a summary or account of a person's qualities and achievements; testimonial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,5 ], "capacity, position, or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,6 ], "a person represented in a play, film, story, etc|; role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,7 ], "an outstanding person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,8 ], "an odd, eccentric, or unusual person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,1,9 ], "an informal word for person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,2,1 ], "to write, print, inscribe, or engrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "character",1,2,2 ], "to portray or represent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characteristic curve",1,1,1 ], "a graph of the density of a particular photographic material plotted against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characteristic curve",1,1,1 ], "the logarithm of the exposure producing this density" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "characteristic",1,1,1 ], "a distinguishing quality, attribute, or trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characteristic",1,1,1,1 ], "the associated number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "characteristic",1,1,1,1 ], "the integral part of a common logarithm, indicating the order of magnitude of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characteristic",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for exponent ,1,4, esp| in number representation in computing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characteristic",1,2,1 ], "indicative of a distinctive quality, etc|; typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characterization",1,1,1 ], "description of character, traits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characterization",1,1,2 ], "the act of characterizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characterize",1,1,1 ], "to be a characteristic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characterize",1,1,2 ], "to distinguish or mark as a characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "characterize",1,1,3 ], "to describe or portray the character of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charactery",1,1,1 ], "the use of symbols to express thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charactery",1,1,2 ], "the group of symbols so used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charade",1,1,1 ], "an episode or act in the game of charades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charade",1,1,2 ], "an absurd act; travesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charades",1,1,1 ], "a parlour game in which one team acts out each syllable of a word, the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charades",1,1,1 ], "team having to guess the word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charas",1,1,1 ], "another name for hashish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal grey",1,1,1,1 ], "a very dark grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal grey",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal",1,1,1 ], "a black amorphous form of carbon made by heating wood or other organic matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal",1,1,1 ], "as an absorbent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal",1,1,1 ], "in the absence of air: used as a fuel, in smelting metal ores, in explosives, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal",1,1,2 ], "a stick or pencil of this for drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal",1,1,3 ], "a drawing done in charcoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal",1,2,1 ], "to write, draw, or blacken with charcoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charcoal-burner",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes charcoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chard",1,1,1 ], "a variety of beet, Beta vulgaris cicla, with large succulent leaves and thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chard",1,1,1 ], "stalks, used as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge account",1,1,1 ], "another term for credit account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge density",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge density",1,1,1 ], "the electric charge per unit volume of a medium or body or per unit area of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge hand",1,1,1 ], "a workman whose grade of responsibility is just below that of a foreman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge nurse",1,1,1 ], "a nurse in charge of a ward in a hospital, esp| when a man| Fem| equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge nurse",1,1,1 ], "sister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge of quarters",1,1,1 ], "a member of the armed forces who handles administration in his unit, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge of quarters",1,1,1 ], "after duty hours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge sheet",1,1,1 ], "a document on which a police officer enters details of the charge against a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge sheet",1,1,1 ], "prisoner and the court in which he will appear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,1,1 ], "to set or demand (a price)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,10,1 ], "to aim (a weapon) in position ready for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,11,1 ], "to paint (a shield, banner, etc|) with a charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,12,1 ], "(of hunting dogs) to lie down at command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,1 ], "a price charged for some article or service; cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,10 ], "a command, injunction, or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,11 ], "a thrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,12 ], "the address made by a judge to the jury at the conclusion of the evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,13 ], "a design, device, or image depicted on heraldic arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,14 ], "the solid propellant used in rockets, sometimes including the inhibitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,15 ], "in charge| in command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,16 ], "in charge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,16,1 ], "having responsibility for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,16,2 ], "U|S| under the care of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,2 ], "a financial liability, such as a tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,3 ], "a debt or a book entry recording it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,4 ], "an accusation or allegation, such as a formal accusation of a crime in law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,4,1 ], "an onrush, attack, or assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,4,2 ], "the call to such an attack in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,5 ], "custody or guardianship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,6 ], "a person or thing committed to someone's care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,6,1 ], "a cartridge or shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,6,2 ], "the explosive required to discharge a firearm or other weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,6,3 ], "an amount of explosive material to be detonated at any one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7 ], "the quantity of anything that a receptacle is intended to hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,1 ], "the attribute of matter responsible for all electrical phenomena, existing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,1 ], "two forms to which the signs negative and positive are arbitrarily assigned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,2 ], "a similar property of a body or system determined by the extent to which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,2 ], "contains an excess or deficiency of electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,3 ], "a quantity of electricity determined by the product of an electric current and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,3 ], "the time for which it flows, measured in coulombs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,4 ], "the positive plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,4 ], "the total amount of electricity stored in a capacitor, equal to the charge on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,5 ], "ampere-hours| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,7,5 ], "the total amount of electricity held in an accumulator, usually measured in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,8 ], "a load or burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,13,9 ], "a duty or responsibility; control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,2,1 ], "to hold financially liable; enter a debit against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,3,1 ], "to enter or record as an obligation against a person or his account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,4,1 ], "law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,4,1 ], "to accuse or impute a fault to (a person, etc|), as formally in a court of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,5,1 ], "to command; place a burden upon or assign responsibility to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,5,2 ], "to make a rush at or sudden attack upon (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,6,1 ], "to fill (a receptacle) with the proper or appropriate quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,6,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to cause (an accumulator, capacitor, etc|) to take or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,6,2 ], "store electricity or (of an accumulator) to have electricity fed into it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,6,3 ], "solution, or absorption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,6,3 ], "to fill or suffuse or to be filled or suffused with matter by dispersion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,7,1 ], "to fill or suffuse with feeling, emotion, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,8,1 ], "(of a judge) to address (a jury) authoritatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charge",1,9,1 ], "to load (a firearm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chargeable,",1,1,1 ], "charged, or, liable, to, be charged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chargeable,",1,1,2 ], "liable to result in a legal charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charger",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that charges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charger",1,1,2 ], "a large strong horse formerly ridden into battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charger",1,1,3 ], "a device for charging or recharging an accumulator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charger",2,1,1 ], "a large dish for serving at table or for display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chargfaires",1,1,1 ], "minister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chargfaires",1,1,1 ], "the temporary head of a diplomatic mission in the absence of the ambassador or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chargfaires",1,1,2 ], "the head of a diplomatic mission of the lowest level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charily",1,1,1 ], "cautiously; carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charily",1,1,2 ], "sparingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chariness",1,1,1 ], "the state of being chary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chariot",1,1,1 ], "a two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chariot",1,1,1 ], "in war, races, and processions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chariot",1,1,2 ], "a light four-wheeled horse-drawn ceremonial carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chariot",1,1,3 ], "any stately vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charioteer",1,1,1 ], "the driver of a chariot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charisma",1,1,1 ], "a special personal quality or power of an individual making him capable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charisma",1,1,1 ], "influencing or inspiring large numbers of people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charisma",1,1,2 ], "a divinely bestowed power or talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charitable",1,1,1 ], "generous in giving to the needy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charitable",1,1,2 ], "kind or lenient in one's attitude towards others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charitable",1,1,3 ], "concerned with or involving charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charity",1,1,1,1 ], "an institution or organization set up to provide help, money, etc|, to those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charity",1,1,1,1 ], "in need" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charity",1,1,1,1 ], "the giving of help, money, food, etc|, to those in need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charity",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charity",1,1,2 ], "the help, money, etc|, given to the needy; alms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charity",1,1,3 ], "a kindly and lenient attitude towards people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charity",1,1,4 ], "love of one's fellow men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charivari" ,1, 1, 1],"shivaree, or esp| U|S| chivareen",1). c_DEF([ "charivari" ,1, 1, 2],"a discordant mock serenade to newlyweds, made with pans, kettles, etc",1). c_DEF([ "charivari" ,1, 1, 3],"a confused noise; din",1). c_DEF([ "charkha",1,1,1 ], "(in India, etc|) a spinning wheel, esp| for cotton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlady",1,1,1 ], "another name for charwoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlatan",1,1,1 ], "not have; quack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charlatan",1,1,1 ], "someone who professes knowledge or expertise, esp| in medicine, that he does" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charleston",1,1,1 ], "a fast rhythmic dance of the 1920s, characterized by kicking and by twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charleston",1,1,1 ], "of the legs from the knee down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charley horse",1,1,1 ], "muscle stiffness or cramp following strenuous athletic exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlie",1,1,1 ], "a silly person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlie",1,1,2 ], "a girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlock",1,1,1 ], "a weedy cruciferous Eurasian plant, Sinapsis arvensis (or Brassica kaber)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlock",1,1,1 ], "with hairy stems and foliage and yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charlock",1,1,2 ], "white charlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlotte russe",1,1,1 ], "a cold dessert made in a mould with sponge fingers enclosing a mixture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlotte russe",1,1,1 ], "whipped cream, custard, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charlotte",1,1,1 ], "a baked dessert served hot or cold, commonly made with fruit and layers or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charlotte",1,1,1 ], "casing of bread or cake crumbs, sponge cake, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charlotte",1,1,2 ], "short for charlotte russe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,1 ], "the quality of pleasing, fascinating, or attracting people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,2 ], "a pleasing or attractive feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,3 ], "a small object worn or kept for supposed magical powers of protection; amulet;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,3 ], "talisman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,4 ], "a trinket worn on a bracelet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,5 ], "a magic spell; enchantment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,6 ], "a formula or action used in casting such a spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,7 ], "a property of certain elementary particles, used to explain some scattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,7 ], "experiments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,1,8 ], "like a charm| perfectly; successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,2,1 ], "to attract or fascinate; delight greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,2,2 ], "to cast a magic spell on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,2,3 ], "to protect, influence, or heal, supposedly by magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",1,3,1 ], "to influence or obtain by personal charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",2,1,1 ], "dialect| a loud noise, as of a number of people chattering or of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charm",2,1,1 ], "singing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charmer",1,1,1 ], "an attractive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charmer",1,1,2 ], "a person claiming or seeming to have magical powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charming",1,1,1 ], "delightful; pleasant; attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charnel house",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a building or vault where corpses or bones are deposited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charnel",1,1,1 ], "short for charnel house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charnel",1,2,1 ], "ghastly; sepulchral; deathly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charpoy",1,1,1 ], "a bedstead of woven webbing or hemp stretched on a wooden frame on four legs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charpoy",1,1,1 ], "common in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charqui",1,1,1 ], "meat, esp| beef, cut into strips and dried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charr",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of char (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,1,1 ], "a map designed to aid navigation by sea or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,1,2 ], "an outline map, esp| one on which weather information is plotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,1,3 ], "a sheet giving graphical, tabular, or diagrammatical information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,1,4 ], "another name for graph ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,1,5 ], "another word for horoscope ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,1,6 ], "best-selling pop singles and albums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,1,6 ], "the charts| Informal| the lists produced weekly from various sources of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,2,1 ], "to make a chart of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,2,2 ], "to make a detailed plan of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chart",1,2,3 ], "to plot or outline the course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter colony",1,1,1 ], "a colony, such as Virginia or Massachusetts, created by royal charter under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter colony",1,1,1 ], "by the Crown" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "charter colony",1,1,1 ], "the control of an individual, trading company, etc|, and exempt from interference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charter member",1,1,1 ], "an original or founder member of a society or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter party",1,1,1 ], "an agreement for the hire of all or part of a ship for a specified voyage or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter party",1,1,1 ], "period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charter party",1,1,2 ], "an individual or group that charters a ship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,1 ], "a formal document from the sovereign or state incorporating a city, bank," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,1 ], "college, etc|, and specifying its purposes and rights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,2 ], "a formal document granting or demanding from the sovereign power of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,2 ], "certain rights or liberties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,3 ], "a document issued by a society or organization authorizing the establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,3 ], "of a local branch or chapter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,4 ], "a special privilege or exemption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,5 ], "the fundamental principles of an organization; constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,5,1 ], "the hire or lease of transportation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,5,2 ], "the agreement or contract regulating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,5,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,1,6 ], "another word for charter party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,2,1 ], "to lease or hire by charter party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,2,2 ], "to hire (a vehicle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charter",1,2,3 ], "to grant a charter of incorporation or liberties to (a group or person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charterage",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of chartering, esp| ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charterage",1,1,2 ], "a shipbroker's fee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartered accountant",1,1,1 ], "Chartered Accountants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chartered accountant",1,1,1 ], "an accountant who has passed the professional examinations of the Institute of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartist",1,1,1 ], "a stock market specialist who analyses and predicts market trends from graphs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartist",1,1,1 ], "of recent price and volume movements of selected securities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chartless",1,1,1 ], "not mapped; uncharted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartography",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for cartography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartreuse",1,1,1 ], "either of two liqueurs, green or yellow, made from herbs and flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartreuse",1,1,1,1 ], "a colour, varying, from, a, clear, yellowish-green, to, a, strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartreuse",1,1,1,1 ], "greenish-yellow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chartreuse",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chartulary",1,1,1 ], "a variant of cartulary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "charwoman",1,1,1 ], "a woman who is hired to clean, tidy, etc|, in a house or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chary",1,1,1 ], "charier, chariest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chary",1,1,2 ], "wary; careful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chary",1,1,3 ], "choosy; finicky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chary",1,1,4 ], "shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chary",1,1,5 ], "sparing; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,1,1 ], "to follow or run after (a person, animal, or goal) persistently or quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,2,1 ], "to force to run (away); drive (out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,3,1 ], "to court (a member of the opposite sex) in an unsubtle manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,4,1 ], "information, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,4,1 ], "to pursue persistently and energetically in order to obtain results," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,5,1 ], "to hurry; rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,1 ], "the act of chasing; pursuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,2 ], "any quarry that is pursued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,3 ], "an unenclosed area of land where wild animals are preserved to be hunted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,4 ], "the right to hunt a particular quarry over the land of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,5 ], "the chase| the act or sport of hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,6 ], "short for steeplechase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,7 ], "a ball that bounces twice, requiring the point to be played again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",1,6,8 ], "give chase| to pursue (a person, animal, or thing) actively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",2,1,1 ], "a rectangular steel or cast-iron frame into which metal type and blocks making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",2,1,1 ], "up a page are locked for printing or plate-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chase",2,1,2 ], "the part of a cannon or mounted gun enclosing the bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",2,1,3 ], "a groove or channel, esp| one that is cut in a wall to take a pipe, cable," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",2,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chase",2,2,1 ], "to cut a groove, furrow, or flute in (a surface, column, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",3,1,1 ], "to ornament (metal) by engraving or embossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chase",3,1,2 ], "to form or finish (a screw thread) with a chaser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaser",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that chases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaser",1,1,2 ], "a drink drunk after another of a different kind, as beer after spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaser",1,1,3 ], "(stern chaser) and used during pursuit by or of another vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaser",1,1,3 ], "a cannon on a vessel situated either at the bow (bow chaser) or the stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaser",2,1,1 ], "a person who engraves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaser",2,1,2 ], "a lathe cutting tool for accurately finishing a screw thread, having a cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaser",2,1,2 ], "edge consisting of several repetitions of the thread form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chasm",1,1,1 ], "a deep cleft in the ground; abyss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasm",1,1,2 ], "a break in continuity; gap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasm",1,1,3 ], "a wide difference in interests, feelings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chass" ,1, 1, 1],"leads",2). c_DEF([ "chass" ,1, 1, 1],"one of a series of gliding steps in ballet in which the same foot always",1). c_DEF([ "chass" ,1, 1, 2],"three consecutive dance steps, two fast and one slow, to four beats of music",1). c_DEF([ "chass" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to perform either of these steps",1). c_DEF([ "chassepot",1,1,1 ], "a breechloading bolt-action rifle formerly used by the French Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasseur",1,1,1 ], "a member of a unit specially trained and equipped for swift deployment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasseur",1,1,2 ], "(in some parts of Europe, esp| formerly) a uniformed attendant, esp| one in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasseur",1,1,2 ], "the livery of a huntsman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chasseur",1,2,1 ], "designating or cooked in a sauce consisting of white wine and mushrooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,1 ], "the steel frame, wheels, engine, and mechanical parts of a motor vehicle, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,1 ], "which the body is attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,2 ], "a mounting for the circuit components of an electrical or electronic device," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,2 ], "such as a radio or television" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,3 ], "the landing gear of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,4 ], "a wooden framework for a window, screen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,5 ], "the frame on which a cannon carriage moves backwards and forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chassis",1,1,6 ], "the body of a person, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaste tree",1,1,1 ], "Asia, with spikes of pale blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaste tree",1,1,1 ], "a small ornamental verbenaceous tree, Vitex agnus-castus, of S Europe and SW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaste",1,1,1 ], "not having experienced sexual intercourse; virginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaste",1,1,2 ], "abstaining from unlawful or immoral sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaste",1,1,3 ], "(of conduct, speech, etc|) pure; decent; modest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaste",1,1,4 ], "(of style or taste) free from embellishment; simple; restrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasten",1,1,1 ], "to bring to a state of submission; subdue; tame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasten",1,1,2 ], "to discipline or correct by punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasten",1,1,3 ], "to moderate; restrain; temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chastise",1,1,1 ], "to discipline or punish, esp| by beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chastise",1,1,2 ], "to scold severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chastity belt",1,1,1 ], "a locking beltlike device with a loop designed to go between a woman's legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chastity belt",1,1,1 ], "in order to prevent her from having sexual intercourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chastity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being chaste; purity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chastity",1,1,2 ], "abstention from sexual intercourse; virginity or celibacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chasuble",1,1,1 ], "a long sleeveless outer vestment worn by a priest when celebrating Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chat show",1,1,1 ], "television or radio show in which guests are interviewed informally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chat up",1,1,1 ], "to talk persuasively to (a person), esp| with an ulterior motive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chat up",1,1,2 ], "intention of seducing him or her" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chat up",1,1,2 ], "to talk flirtatiously to (a person of the opposite sex), esp| with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 1, 1],"informal conversation or talk conducted in an easy familiar manner",1). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 1, 2],"any Old World songbird of the subfamily Turdinae (thrushes, etc|) having a",1). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 1, 2],"harsh chattering cry",2). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 1, 3],"(yellow-breasted chat)",2). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 1, 3],"any of various North American warblers, such as Icteria virens",1). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 1, 4],"and other genera",2). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 1, 4],"any of various Australian wrens (family Muscicapidae) of the genus Ephthianura",1). c_DEF([ "chat" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to talk in an easy familiar way|~",1). c_DEF([ "chat",2,1,1 ], "the catkin of the willow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chat",2,1,2 ], "the flower of the plantain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chateau wine",1,1,1 ], "France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chateau wine",1,1,1 ], "a wine produced from any of certain vineyards in the Bordeaux region of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chateau",1,1,1 ], "a country house, castle, or manor house, esp| in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chateau",1,1,2 ], "(in Quebec) the residence of a seigneur or (formerly) a governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chateau",1,1,3 ], "(in the name of a wine) estate or vineyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chateau",1,1,4 ], "chateau bottled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chateau",1,1,5 ], "(of wine) bottled on the estate where it was made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chateaubriand" ,1, 2, 1],"a thick steak cut from the fillet of beef",1). c_DEF([ "chatelain",1,1,1 ], "the keeper or governor of a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatelaine",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) the mistress of a castle or fashionable household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatelaine",1,1,2 ], "a chain or clasp worn at the waist by women in the 16th to the 19th centuries," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatelaine",1,1,2 ], "with handkerchief, keys, etc|, attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chatelaine",1,1,3 ], "a decorative pendant worn on the lapel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatoyant",1,1,1 ], "having changeable lustre; twinkling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatoyant",1,1,2 ], "(of a gem, esp| a cabochon) displaying a band of light reflected off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatoyant",1,1,2 ], "inclusions of other minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chatoyant",1,2,1 ], "a gemstone with a changeable lustre, such as a cat's eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chattel house",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Barbados) a movable wooden dwelling, usually set on a foundation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chattel house",1,1,1 ], "loose stones on rented land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chattel mortgage",1,1,1 ], "a mortgage on movable personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chattel",1,1,1,1 ], "chattel personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chattel",1,1,2 ], "an item of movable personal property, such as furniture, domestic animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chattel",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chattel",1,1,2,2 ], "chattel real| an interest in land less than a freehold, such as a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chattel",1,1,3 ], "goods and chattels| personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter mark",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of grooves, pits, and scratches on the surface of a rock," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter mark",1,1,1 ], "usually made by the movement of a glacier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chatter mark",1,1,2 ], "a mark or series of marks on a workpiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,1,1 ], "to speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly; prattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,2,1 ], "(of birds, monkeys, etc|) to make rapid repetitive high-pitched noises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,2,1 ], "resembling human speech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,3,1 ], "(of the teeth) to click together rapidly through cold or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,4,1 ], "irregular cutting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,4,1 ], "to make rapid intermittent contact with a component, as in machining, causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,5,1 ], "idle or foolish talk; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,5,2 ], "the high-pitched repetitive noise made by a bird, monkey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,5,3 ], "the rattling of objects, such as parts of a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,5,4 ], "the tool or workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chatter",1,5,4 ], "the undulating pattern of marks in a machined surface from the vibration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatterbox",1,1,1 ], "a person who talks constantly, esp| about trivial matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatterer",1,1,1 ], "someone or something that chatters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatterer",1,1,2 ], "another name for cotinga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatty",1,1,2 ], "full of trivial conversation; talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chatty",1,1,3 ], "informal and friendly; gossipy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaudfroid",1,1,1 ], "a sweet or savoury jellied sauce used to coat cold meat, chicken, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chauffer",1,1,1 ], "a small portable heater or stove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chauffeur",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to drive a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chauffeur",1,2,1 ], "to act as driver for (a person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaulmoogra",1,1,1 ], "Flacourtiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chaulmoogra",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian tree, Taraktogenos (or Hydnocarpus)kurzii: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaulmoogra",1,1,2 ], "oil from the seed of this tree, used in treating leprosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaulmoogra",1,1,3 ], "any of several similar or related trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaunt",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of chant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chausses",1,1,1 ], "a tight-fitting medieval garment covering the feet and legs, usually made of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chausses",1,1,1 ], "chain mail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chautauqua",1,1,1 ], "a summer school or educational meeting held in the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chauvinism",1,1,1 ], "aggressive or fanatical patriotism; jingoism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chauvinism",1,1,2 ], "enthusiastic devotion to a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chauvinism",1,1,3 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chauvinism",1,1,3 ], "smug irrational belief in the superiority of one's own race, party, sex," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaw",1,1,1 ], "to chew (tobacco), esp| without swallowing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chaw",1,2,1 ], "something chewed, esp| a plug of tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chayote",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American cucurbitaceous climbing plant, Sechium edule, that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chayote",1,1,1 ], "edible pear-shaped fruit enclosing a single enormous seed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chayote",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant, which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chazan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hazan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,1 ], "costing relatively little; inexpensive; good value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,2 ], "charging low prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,3 ], "of poor quality; shoddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,4 ], "worth relatively little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,5 ], "not worthy of respect; vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,6 ], "ashamed;embarrassed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,7 ], "stingy; miserly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,8 ], "mean; despicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,1,9 ], "dirt cheap| Informal| extremely inexpensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,2,1 ], "on the cheap| Brit| informal| at a low cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap",1,3,1 ], "at very little cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap-jack",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells cheap and shoddy goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheap-jack",1,2,1 ], "shoddy or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheapen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become lower in reputation, quality, etc|; degrade or be degraded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheapen",1,1,2 ], "to make or become cheap or cheaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheapskate",1,1,1 ], "a miserly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,1,1 ], "(someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,1,1 ], "to deceive or practise deceit, esp| for one's own gain; trick or swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,2,1 ], "to obtain unfair advantage by trickery, as in a game of cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,3,1 ], "to escape or avoid (something unpleasant) by luck or cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,3,3 ], "to be sexually unfaithful to (one's wife, husband, or lover)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,4,1 ], "a person who cheats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,4,2 ], "a deliberately dishonest transaction, esp| for gain; fraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,4,3 ], "sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,4,4 ], "the obtaining of another's property by fraudulent means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheat",1,4,5 ], "the usual U|S| name for rye-brome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check in" ,1, 1, 1],"to record one's arrival, as at a hotel or for work; sign in or report",1). c_DEF([ "check in" ,1, 2, 1],"to register the arrival of (passengers, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "check list",1,1,1 ], "a list of items, facts, names, etc|, to be checked or referred to for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check list",1,1,1 ], "comparison, identification, or verification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check valve",1,1,1 ], "a nonreturn valve that closes by fluid pressure to prevent return flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,1,1 ], "to pause or cause to pause, esp| abruptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,10,1 ], "(of hounds) to pause in the pursuit of quarry while relocating a lost scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,11,1 ], "to change from one quarry to another while in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,12,1 ], "to decline the option of opening the betting in a round of poker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,12,2 ], "check the helm| Nautical| to swing back the helm of a vessel to prevent it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,12,2 ], "from turning too quickly or too far" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,1 ], "a break in progress; stoppage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,10 ], "moved or protected by another piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,10 ], "the state or position of a king under direct attack, from which it must be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,11 ], "a small crack, as one in veneer or one that occurs in timber during seasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,12 ], "after it has struck a string and holds it until the key is released" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,12 ], "part of the action of a piano that arrests the backward motion of a hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,13 ], "a chip or counter used in some card and gambling games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,14 ], "a pause by the hounds in the pursuit of their quarry owing to loss of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,14 ], "scent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,15 ], "a ratchet fitted to a fishing reel to check the free running of the line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,16 ], "the act of impeding an opponent with one's body or stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,17 ], "in check| under control or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,2 ], "a restraint or rebuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,2,1 ], "a control, esp| a rapid or informal one, designed to ensure accuracy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,2,1 ], "a person or thing that restrains, halts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,2,1 ], "progress, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,3 ], "a means or standard to ensure against fraud or error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,4 ], "the U|S| word for tick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,5 ], "the U|S| spelling of cheque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,6 ], "the bill in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,7 ], "a ticket or tag used to identify clothing or property deposited for custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,8 ], "a pattern of squares or crossed lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,9 ], "a single square in such a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,9,1 ], "fabric with a pattern of squares or crossed lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,13,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,14,1 ], "a call made to an opponent indicating that his king is in check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,14,2 ], "an expression of agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,2,1 ], "to restrain or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,3,1 ], "to slow the growth or progress of; retard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,4,1 ], "to rebuke or rebuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,4,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on or up on) to examine, investigate, or make an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,4,2 ], "inquiry into (facts, a product, etc|) for accuracy, quality, or progress, esp| rapidly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,4,2 ], "or informally" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,5,1 ], "Brit| word: tick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,5,1 ], "to mark off so as to indicate approval, correctness, or preference| Usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,6,1 ], "to correspond or agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,7,1 ], "to leave in or accept for temporary custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,7,2 ], "to place (an opponent's king) in check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,8,1 ], "to mark with a pattern of squares or crossed lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,8,2 ], "to crack or cause to crack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,8,3 ], "short for checkrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "check",1,9,1 ], "to impede (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checked",1,1,1 ], "having a pattern of small squares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checked",1,1,2 ], "(of a syllable) ending in a consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checker",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of chequer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checker",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of chequer ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checker",1,3,2 ], "the U|S| name for draughtsman ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checker",2,1,1 ], "a cashier, esp| in a supermarket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checker",2,1,2 ], "an attendant in a cloakroom, left-luggage office, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkerberry",1,1,1 ], "procumbens)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "checkerberry",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any of various plants, esp| the wintergreen (Gaultheria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkerberry",1,1,2 ], "any plant bearing this fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkerbloom",1,1,1 ], "a Californian malvaceous plant, Sidalcea malvaeflora, with pink or purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkerbloom",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "checkerboard",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for a draughtboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkers",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for draughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checking account",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for current account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkmate",1,1,1,1 ], "the winning position in which an opponent's king is under attack and unable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkmate",1,1,1,1 ], "to escape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "checkmate",1,1,1,2 ], "the move by which this position is achieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkmate",1,1,2 ], "utter defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkmate",1,2,1 ], "to place (an opponent's king) in checkmate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkmate",1,2,2 ], "to thwart or render powerless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkmate",1,3,1 ], "a call made when placing an opponent's king in checkmate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkpoint",1,1,1 ], "a place, as at a frontier or in a motor rally, where vehicles or travellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkpoint",1,1,1 ], "are stopped for official identification, inspection, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "checkrail",1,1,1 ], "another word for guardrail ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkrein",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for bearing rein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkroom",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for left-luggage office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkrow",1,1,1 ], "a row of plants, esp| corn, in which the spaces between adjacent plants are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checkrow",1,1,1 ], "equal to those between adjacent rows to facilitate cultivation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "checkrow",1,2,1 ], "to plant in checkrows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checks and balances",1,1,1 ], "competition and mutual restraint among the various branches of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "checky",1,1,1 ], "having squares of alternating tinctures or furs; checked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheddite",1,1,1 ], "an explosive made by mixing a powdered chlorate or perchlorate with a fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheddite",1,1,1 ], "substance, such as castor oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheder",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of heder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek pouch",1,1,1 ], "a membranous pouch inside the mouth of many rodents and some other mammals:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek pouch",1,1,1 ], "used for holding food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,1,1 ], "either side of the face, esp| that part below the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,1,2 ], "either side of the oral cavity; side of the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,2 ], "impudence; effrontery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,3 ], "either side of the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,4 ], "a side of a door jamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,5 ], "one of the two fore-and-aft supports for the trestletrees on a mast of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,5 ], "sailing vessel, forming part of the hounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,6 ], "one of the jaws of a vice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,7 ], "cheek by jowl| close together; intimately linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,8 ], "provoked or treated badly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,8 ], "turn the other cheek| to be submissive and refuse to retaliate even when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,1,9 ], "with one's tongue in one's cheek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheek",1,2,1 ], "to speak or behave disrespectfully to; act impudently towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheekbone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for zygomatic bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheekpiece",1,1,1 ], "either of the two straps of a bridle that join the bit to the crownpiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeky",1,1,1 ], "cheekier, cheekiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeky",1,1,2 ], "disrespectful in speech or behaviour; impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheep",1,1,1 ], "the short weak high-pitched cry of a young bird; chirp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheep",1,2,1 ], "(of young birds) to utter characteristic shrill sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to make or become happy or hopeful; comfort or be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,1,1 ], "comforted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,1,2 ], "to applaud with shouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,1,3 ], "(when tr|, sometimes foll| by on) to encourage (a team, person, etc|) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,1,3 ], "shouts, esp| in contests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,2,1 ], "a shout or cry of approval, encouragement, etc|, often using such words as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,2,1 ], "hurrah!or rah! rah! rah!" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,2,2 ], "happiness; good spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,2,3 ], "good cheer)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,2,3 ], "state of mind; spirits (archaic, except in the phrases be of good cheer, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheer",1,2,4 ], "provisions for a feast; fare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerful",1,1,1 ], "having a happy disposition; in good spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerful",1,1,2 ], "pleasantly bright; gladdening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerful",1,1,3 ], "hearty; ungrudging; enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerio",1,1,1 ], "a farewell greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerio",1,1,2 ], "a drinking toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerleader",1,1,1 ], "a person who leads a crowd in formal cheers, esp| at sports events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerless",1,1,1 ], "dreary, gloomy, or pessimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheerly",1,2,1 ], "cheerful or cheerfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheers",1,1,1 ], "a drinking toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheers",1,1,2 ], "goodbye! cheerio!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheers",1,1,3 ], "thanks!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheers",1,1,4 ], "someone or celebrate something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheers",1,1,4 ], "three cheers| three shouts of hurrah given in unison by a group to honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheery",1,1,1 ], "cheerier, cheeriest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheery",1,1,2 ], "showing or inspiring cheerfulness; gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese cutter",1,1,1 ], "a board with a wire attached for cutting cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese cutter",1,1,2 ], "a keel that may be drawn up into the boat when not in use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese cutter",1,1,3 ], "a nautical peaked cap worn without a badge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese mite",1,1,1 ], "a white soft-bodied free-living mite, Tyrophagus (or Tyroglyphus)longior," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese mite",1,1,1 ], "sometimes found in decaying cheese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheese skipper",1,1,1 ], "a dipterous fly, Piophila casei, whose larvae feed on cheese and move by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese skipper",1,1,1 ], "jumping: family Piophilidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheese straw",1,1,1 ], "a long thin cheese-flavoured strip of pastry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",1,1,1 ], "the curd of milk separated from the whey and variously prepared as a food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",1,1,2 ], "a mass or complete cake of this substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",1,1,3 ], "any of various substances of similar consistency, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",1,1,4 ], "an important person (esp| in the phrase big cheese)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",1,1,5 ], "as alike as chalk and cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",2,2,1 ], "to stop; desist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",2,2,2 ], "cheese it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",2,2,2,1 ], "get away quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",2,2,2,2 ], "be quiet! stop what you're doing!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese",2,2,3 ], "to act in a grovelling manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheese-head",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a screw or bolt with a cylindrical slotted head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeseboard",1,1,1 ], "a board from which cheese is served at a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeseburger",1,1,1 ], "a hamburger cooked with a slice of cheese on top of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesecake",1,1,1 ], "a rich tart with a biscuit base, filled with a mixture of cream cheese, cream," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesecake",1,1,1 ], "sugar, and often sultanas, sometimes having a fruit topping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheesecake",1,1,2 ], "newspapers, or films" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheesecake",1,1,2 ], "women displayed for their sex appeal, as in photographs in magazines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesecloth",1,1,1 ], "a loosely woven cotton cloth formerly used only for wrapping cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesed off",1,1,1 ], "bored, disgusted, or angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesemonger",1,1,1 ], "a person dealing in cheese, butter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeseparing",1,1,1 ], "penny-pinching; stingy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeseparing",1,2,1,1 ], "a paring of cheese rind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeseparing",1,2,1,2 ], "anything similarly worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheeseparing",1,2,2 ], "stinginess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesewood",1,1,1 ], "Pittosporaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheesewood",1,1,1 ], "the tough yellowish wood of Australian trees of the genus Pittosporum: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesy",1,1,1 ], "cheesier, cheesiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheesy",1,1,2 ], "like cheese in flavour, smell, or consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheetah",1,1,1 ], "a large feline mammal, Acinonyx jubatus, of Africa and SW Asia: the swiftest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheetah",1,1,1 ], "coat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cheetah",1,1,1 ], "mammal, having very long legs, nonretractile claws, and a black-spotted light-brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chef",1,1,1 ], "a cook, esp| the principal cook in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chef-d'",1,1,1 ], "a masterpiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheiro-",1,1,1 ], "variant of chiro-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chela",1,1,1 ], "a large pincer-like claw of such arthropods as the crab and scorpion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chela",2,1,1 ], "a disciple of a religious teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelate",1,1,1 ], "a chemical compound whose molecules contain a closed ring of atoms of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelate",1,1,1 ], "one is a metal atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chelate",1,2,1 ], "of or possessing chelae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelate",1,2,2 ], "of or denoting a chelate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelate",1,3,1 ], "to form a chelate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelicera",1,1,1 ], "modified as food-catching claws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chelicera",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of appendages on the head of spiders and other arachnids: often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelicerate",1,1,1 ], "as chelicerae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chelicerate",1,1,1 ], "including arachnids and the horseshoe crab, in which the first pair of limbs are modified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chelicerate",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Chelicerata, a subphylum of arthropods," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelicerate",1,2,1 ], "any arthropod belonging to the Chelicerata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheliform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a chela; pincer-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheloid",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of keloid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelonian",1,1,1 ], "any reptile of the order Chelonia, including the tortoises and turtles, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelonian",1,1,1 ], "which most of the body is enclosed in a protective bony capsule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chelonian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Chelonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelp",1,1,1 ], "Northern and Midland English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelp",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of women or children) to chatter or speak out of turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chelp",1,1,3 ], "(of birds, etc|) to squeak or chirp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chem-",1,1,1 ], "variant of chemo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical bond",1,1,1 ], "a mutual attraction between two atoms resulting from a redistribution of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical bond",1,1,1 ], "outer electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemical engineering",1,1,1 ], "and manufacture of the plant and machinery used in industrial chemical processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemical engineering",1,1,1 ], "the branch of engineering concerned with the design, operation, maintenance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical equation",1,1,1 ], "a representation of a chemical reaction using symbols of the elements to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical equation",1,1,1 ], "indicate the amount of substance, usually in moles, of each reactant and product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemical potential",1,1,1 ], "a thermodynamic function of a substance in a system that is the partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical potential",1,1,1 ], "differential of the Gibbs function of the system with respect to the number of moles of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemical potential",1,1,1 ], "substance| Symbol: m" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chemical reaction",1,1,1 ], "a process that involves changes in the structure and energy content of atoms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical reaction",1,1,1 ], "molecules, or ions but not their nuclei" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemical warfare",1,1,1 ], "warfare in which chemicals other than explosives are used as weapons, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical warfare",1,1,1 ], "warfare using asphyxiating gases, poisons, defoliants, incendiaries, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemical",1,1,1 ], "any substance used in or resulting from a reaction involving changes to atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical",1,1,1 ], "or molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemical",1,2,1 ], "of or used in chemistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemical",1,2,2 ], "of, made from, or using chemicals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemico-",1,1,1 ], "chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemiluminescence",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon in which a chemical reaction leads to the emission of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemiluminescence",1,1,1 ], "without incandescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemin de fer",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game, a variation of baccarat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemise",1,1,1,1 ], "an unwaisted loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemise",1,1,1,2 ], "a loose shirtlike undergarment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemisette",1,1,1 ], "an underbodice of lawn, lace, etc|, worn to fill in a low-cut dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemism",1,1,1 ], "chemical action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemisorb",1,1,1 ], "to take up (a substance) by chemisorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemisorption",1,1,1 ], "adsorbent by chemical bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemisorption",1,1,1 ], "an adsorption process in which an adsorbate is held on the surface of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemist",1,1,1 ], "a shop selling medicines, cosmetics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemist",1,1,2 ], "a qualified dispenser of prescribed medicines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemist",1,1,3 ], "a person studying, trained in, or engaged in chemistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemist",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for alchemist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemistry",1,1,1 ], "reactions of substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physical science concerned with the composition, properties, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemistry",1,1,2 ], "the composition, properties, and reactions of a particular substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemistry",1,1,3 ], "the nature and effects of any complex phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemistry",1,1,4 ], "a reaction, taken to be instinctual, between two persons (usually qualified by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemistry",1,1,4 ], "good, bad, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemmy",1,1,1 ], "short for chemin de fer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that chemicals or chemical reactions are involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemoprophylaxis",1,1,1 ], "the prevention of disease using chemical drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemoreceptor",1,1,1 ], "an end organ, such as a taste bud, able to respond to a chemical stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemosmosis",1,1,1 ], "a chemical reaction between two compounds after osmosis through an intervening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemosmosis",1,1,1 ], "semipermeable membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemosphere",1,1,1 ], "another name for thermosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemostat",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for growing bacterial cultures at a constant rate by controlling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemostat",1,1,1 ], "the supply of nutrient medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemosynthesis",1,1,1 ], "from simple chemical reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemosynthesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of organic material by certain bacteria using energy derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemotaxis",1,1,1 ], "the movement of a microorganism or cell in response to a chemical stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemotherapy",1,1,1 ], "treatment of disease by means of chemical agents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemotropism",1,1,1 ], "the growth response of an organism, esp| a plant, to a chemical stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chempaduk",1,1,1 ], "Malaysia, similar to the jackfruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chempaduk",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen moraceous tree, Artocarpus champeden (or A| integer), of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chempaduk",1,1,2 ], "leathery rind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chempaduk",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, edible when cooked, having yellow starchy flesh and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chemurgy",1,1,1 ], "materials, esp| materials of agricultural origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chemurgy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the industrial use of organic raw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chem|",1,1,1 ], "chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chem|",1,1,2 ], "chemist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chem|",1,1,3 ], "chemistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chenille",1,1,1 ], "a thick soft tufty silk or worsted velvet cord or yarn used in embroidery and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chenille",1,1,1 ], "for trimmings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chenille",1,1,2 ], "a fabric of such yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chenille",1,1,3 ], "a rich and hard-wearing carpet of such fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chenopod",1,1,1 ], "any flowering plant of the family Chenopodiaceae, which includes the beet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chenopod",1,1,1 ], "mangel-wurzel, spinach, and goosefoot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheongsam",1,1,1 ], "a straight dress, usually of silk or cotton, with a stand-up collar and a slit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheongsam",1,1,1 ], "in one side of the skirt, worn by Chinese women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheque card",1,1,1 ], "another name for banker's card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheque",1,1,1 ], "a bill of exchange drawn on a bank by the holder of a current account; payable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheque",1,1,1 ], "on demand, if uncrossed, or into a bank account, if crossed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheque",1,1,2 ], "the total sum of money received for contract work or a crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequebook",1,1,1 ], "a book containing detachable blank cheques and issued by a bank to holders of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequebook",1,1,1 ], "current accounts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chequer",1,1,1 ], "any of the marbles, pegs, or other pieces used in the game of Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequer",1,1,1 ], "chequers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chequer",1,1,1,1 ], "a pattern consisting of squares of different colours, textures, or materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequer",1,1,1,2 ], "one of the squares in such a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequer",1,2,1 ], "to make irregular in colour or character; variegate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequer",1,2,2 ], "to mark off with alternating squares of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequerboard",1,1,1 ], "another name for a draughtboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequered flag",1,1,1 ], "finishers at the end of a motor race by a senior race official" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chequered flag",1,1,1 ], "the black-and-white checked flag traditionally shown to the winner and all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequered",1,1,1 ], "marked by fluctuations of fortune (esp| in the phrase a chequered career)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chequers",1,1,1 ], "another name for draughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherish",1,1,1 ], "to feel or show great tenderness or care for; treasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherish",1,1,2 ], "to cling fondly to (a hope, idea, etc|); nurse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chernozem",1,1,1 ], "a black soil, rich in humus and carbonates, in cool or temperate semiarid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chernozem",1,1,1 ], "regions, as the grasslands of Russia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cheroot",1,1,1 ], "a cigar with both ends cut off squarely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry brandy",1,1,1 ], "a red liqueur made of brandy flavoured with cherries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry laurel",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rosaceous evergreen shrub, Prunus laurocerasus, having glossy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry laurel",1,1,1 ], "aromatic leaves, white flowers, and purplish-black fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cherry picker",1,1,1 ], "a hydraulic crane, esp| one mounted on a lorry, that has an elbow joint or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry picker",1,1,1 ], "lines or to carry out similar operations above the ground" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cherry picker",1,1,1 ], "telescopic arm supporting a basket-like platform enabling a person to service high power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cherry plum",1,1,1 ], "a small widely planted Asian rosaceous tree, Prunus cerasifera, with white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry plum",1,1,1 ], "flowers and red or yellow cherry-like fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,1 ], "a small fleshy rounded fruit containing a hard stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees of the rosaceous genus Prunus, such as P| avium , having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit or wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,3 ], "any of various unrelated plants, such as the ground cherry and Jerusalem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,3 ], "cherry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,3,1 ], "a bright red colour; cerise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,4 ], "virginity or the hymen as its symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the cherry fruit or wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherry-pie",1,1,1 ], "a widely planted garden heliotrope, Heliotropium peruvianum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chersonese",1,1,1,1 ], "a poetic or rhetorical word for peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chersonese",1,1,1,2 ], "Thracian Chersonese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chert",1,1,1 ], "an impure black or grey microcrystalline variety of quartz that resembles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chert",1,1,1 ], "flint| Formula: SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cherub",1,1,1 ], "a member of the second order of angels, whose distinctive gift is knowledge," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cherub",1,1,1 ], "often represented as a winged child or winged head of a child" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cherub",1,1,2 ], "an innocent or sweet child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chervil",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic umbelliferous Eurasian plant, Anthriscus cerefolium, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chervil",1,1,1 ], "white flowers and aniseed-flavoured leaves used as herbs in soups and salads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chervil",1,1,2 ], "bur chervil| a similar and related plant, Anthriscus caucalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chervil",1,1,3 ], "a related plant, Chaerophyllum temulentum, having a hairy purple-spotted stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chervonets",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a Soviet monetary unit and gold coin worth ten roubles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chess",1,1,1 ], "a game of skill for two players using a chessboard on which chessmen are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chess",1,1,1 ], "knights, and eight pawns, which have different types of moves according to kind| The" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chess",1,1,1 ], "moved| Initially each player has one king, one queen, two rooks, two bishops, two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chess",1,1,1 ], "object is to checkmate the opponent's king" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "chess",2,1,1 ], "a less common name for rye-brome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chess",3,1,1 ], "a floorboard of the deck of a pontoon bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chessboard",1,1,1 ], "a square board divided into 64 squares of two alternating colours, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chessboard",1,1,1 ], "playing chess or draughts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chessel",1,1,1 ], "a mould used in cheese-making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chessman",1,1,1 ], "any of the eight major pieces and eight pawns used by each player in a game of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chessman",1,1,1 ], "chess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chest of drawers",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture consisting of a frame, often on short legs, containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest of drawers",1,1,1 ], "set of drawers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chest of viols",1,1,1 ], "a set of viols of different sizes, usually six in number, used in consorts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest voice",1,1,1 ], "a voice of the lowest speaking or singing register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,1,1 ], "the front part of the trunk from the neck to the belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,2 ], "etc|, by talking about them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,2 ], "get off one's chest| Informal| to unburden oneself of troubles, worries," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,3 ], "a box, usually large and sturdy, used for storage or shipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,4 ], "the quantity a chest holds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,4,1 ], "the place in which a public or charitable institution deposits its funds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,4,2 ], "the funds so deposited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest",1,1,5 ], "a sealed container or reservoir for a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chest-on-chest",1,1,1 ], "another term for tallboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chesterfield",1,1,1 ], "a man's knee-length overcoat, usually with a fly front to conceal the buttons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chesterfield",1,1,1 ], "and having a velvet collar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chesterfield",1,1,2 ], "a large tightly stuffed sofa, often upholstered in leather, with straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chesterfield",1,1,2 ], "upholstered arms of the same height as the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate fagaceous tree of the genus Castanea, such as C| sativa ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,1 ], "which produce flowers in long catkins and nuts in a prickly bur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,2 ], "the edible nut of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,3 ], "the hard wood of any of these trees, used in making furniture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,3,1 ], "a reddish-brown to brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,4 ], "a horse of a yellow-brown or golden-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,5 ], "a small horny callus on the inner surface of a horse's leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chestnut",1,1,6 ], "an old or stale joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chesty",1,1,1 ], "chestier, chestiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chesty",1,1,2 ], "suffering from or symptomatic of chest disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chesty",1,1,3 ], "having a large well-developed chest or bosom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chetah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cheetah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheval glass",1,1,1 ], "a full-length mirror mounted so as to swivel within a frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheval-de-frise",1,1,1 ], "a portable barrier of spikes, etc|, used to obstruct the passage of cavalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cheval-de-frise",1,1,2 ], "a row of spikes or broken glass set as an obstacle on top of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevalier",1,1,1 ], "a member of certain orders of merit, such as the French Legion of Honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevalier",1,1,1,1 ], "a mounted soldier or knight, esp| a military cadet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevalier",1,1,1,2 ], "the lowest title of rank in the old French nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevalier",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevalier",1,1,3 ], "a chivalrous man; gallant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevet",1,1,1 ], "a semicircular or polygonal east end of a church, esp| a French Gothic church," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevet",1,1,1 ], "often with a number of attached apses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chevrette",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a young goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevrette",1,1,2 ], "the leather made from this skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevron",1,1,1 ], "a badge or insignia consisting of one or more V-shaped stripes to indicate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevron",1,1,1 ], "noncommissioned rank or length of service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chevron",1,1,2 ], "an inverted V-shaped charge on a shield, one of the earliest ordinaries found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevron",1,1,2 ], "in English arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chevron",1,1,3 ], "any V-shaped pattern or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevron",1,1,4 ], "an ornamental moulding having a zigzag pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevrotain",1,1,1 ], "Hyemoschus, of S and SE Asia: family Tragulidae| They resemble rodents, and the males have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chevrotain",1,1,1 ], "any small timid ruminant artiodactyl mammal of the genera Tragulus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chevrotain",1,1,1 ], "long tusklike upper canines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chevy",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of chivy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew out",1,1,1 ], "to reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew over",1,1,1 ], "to consider carefully ruminate on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew up",1,1,1 ], "to damage or destroy (something) by or as by chewing or grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew up",1,1,2 ], "to cause (a person) to be nervous or worried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,1,1 ], "to work the jaws and teeth in order to grind (food); masticate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,1,2 ], "to bite repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,2,1 ], "to use chewing tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,2,2 ], "chew the fat or rag| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,2,2,1 ], "to argue over a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,2,2,2 ], "to talk idly; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,3,1 ], "the act of chewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chew",1,3,2 ], "something that is chewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chewie",1,1,1 ], "chewing gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chewing gum",1,1,1 ], "a preparation for chewing, usually made of flavoured and sweetened chicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chewy",1,1,1 ], "chewier, chewiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chewy",1,1,2 ], "of a consistency requiring chewing; somewhat firm and sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chez",1,1,1 ], "at the home of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chez",1,1,2 ], "with, among, or in the manner of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chg|",1,1,1 ], "charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chi",1,1,1 ], "as ch or rarely kh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chi",1,1,1 ], "the 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet (#Gx, #GX), a consonant, transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chi-square distribution",1,1,1 ], "a continuous single-parameter distribution derived as a special case of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chi-square distribution",1,1,1 ], "and obtain confidence intervals for the variance of a normally distributed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chi-square distribution",1,1,1 ], "gamma distribution and used esp| to measure goodness of fit and to test hypotheses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chi-square distribution",1,1,1 ], "variable" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "chi-square test",1,1,1 ], "a test derived from the chi-square distribution to compare the goodness of fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chi-square test",1,1,1 ], "of theoretical and observed frequency distributions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiack",1,1,1 ], "to tease or banter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chianti",1,1,1 ], "a dry red or white wine produced in the Chianti region of Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiaroscuro",1,1,1 ], "the artistic distribution of light and dark masses in a picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiaroscuro",1,1,2 ], "monochrome painting using light and dark only, as in grisaille" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiasma",1,1,1 ], "nerves in the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiasma",1,1,1 ], "the crossing over of two parts or structures, such as the fibres of the optic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiasma",1,1,2 ], "crossing over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiasma",1,1,2 ], "the connection between pairing homologous chromosomes in meiosis, produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiasmus",1,1,1 ], "reversal of the order of words in the second of two parallel phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiastolite",1,1,1 ], "a variety of andalusite containing carbon impurities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chibouk",1,1,1 ], "a Turkish tobacco pipe with an extremely long stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of fashionable clothes, women, etc|) stylish or elegant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chic",1,2,1 ], "stylishness, esp| in dress; modishness; fashionable good taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicalote",1,1,1 ], "a poppy, Argemone platyceras, of the southwestern U|S| and Mexico with prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicalote",1,1,1 ], "leaves and white or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chicane",1,1,1 ], "a bridge or whist hand without trumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicane",1,1,2 ], "a movable barrier sometimes placed before a dangerous corner to reduce speeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicane",1,1,2 ], "by allowing drivers through in single file only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chicane",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for chicanery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicane",1,2,1 ], "to deceive or trick by chicanery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicane",1,3,1 ], "to quibble about; cavil over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicane",1,4,1 ], "to use tricks or chicanery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicanery",1,1,1 ], "practice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chicanery",1,1,1 ], "verbal deception or trickery, esp| in legal quibbling; dishonest or sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicanery",1,1,2 ], "a trick, deception, or quibble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicano",1,1,1 ], "an American citizen of Mexican origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiccory",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chicory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chichi",1,1,1 ], "affectedly pretty or stylish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chichi",1,2,1 ], "the quality of being affectedly pretty or stylish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chick",1,1,1 ], "the young of a bird, esp| of a domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chick",1,1,2 ], "a girl or young woman, esp| an attractive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chick",1,1,3 ], "a young child: used as a term of endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickabiddy",1,1,1 ], "a term of endearment, esp| for a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickadee",1,1,1 ], "any of various small North American songbirds of the genus Parus, such as P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickadee",1,1,1 ], "atricapillus , typically having grey-and-black plumage: family Paridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chickadee",1,1,2 ], "(titmice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickaree",1,1,1 ], "another name for American red squirrel (see squirrel ,1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken breast",1,1,1 ], "another name for pigeon breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken feed",1,1,1 ], "a trifling amount of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken louse",1,1,1 ], "Mallophaga (bird lice)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chicken louse",1,1,1 ], "a louse, Menopon pallidum (or gallinae);a parasite of poultry: order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken out",1,1,1 ], "to fail to do something through fear or lack of conviction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken wire",1,1,1 ], "wire netting with a hexagonal mesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,1,1 ], "a domestic fowl bred for its flesh or eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,1,2 ], "the flesh of such a bird used for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar birds, such as a prairie chicken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,1,4 ], "a cowardly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,1,5 ], "a young inexperienced person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,1,6 ], "count one's chickens before they are hatched| to be over-optimistic in acting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,1,6 ], "on expectations which are not yet fulfilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chicken",1,2,1 ], "easily scared; cowardly; timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicken-hearted",1,1,1 ], "easily frightened; cowardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickenpox",1,1,1 ], "a highly communicable viral disease most commonly affecting children," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickenpox",1,1,1 ], "characterized by slight fever and the eruption of a rash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chickpea",1,1,1 ], "a bushy leguminous plant, Cicer arietinum, cultivated for its edible pealike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickpea",1,1,1 ], "seeds in the Mediterranean region, central Asia, and Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chickpea",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickweed",1,1,1 ], "a common garden weed with small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chickweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various caryophyllaceous plants of the genus Stellaria, esp| S| media," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chickweed",1,1,2 ], "Cerastium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chickweed",1,1,2 ], "mouse-ear chickweed| any of various similar and related plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicle",1,1,1 ], "a gumlike substance obtained from the sapodilla; the main ingredient of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicle",1,1,1 ], "chewing gum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chico",1,1,1 ], "another name for greasewood ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicory",1,1,1 ], "a blue-flowered plant, Cichorium intybus, cultivated for its leaves, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chicory",1,1,1 ], "used in salads, and for its roots: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chicory",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, roasted, dried, and used as a coffee substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chide" ,1, 1, 1],"chidden",1). c_DEF([ "chide" ,1, 1, 2],"to rebuke or scold",1). c_DEF([ "chide" ,1, 1, 3],"(tr|) to goad into action",1). c_DEF([ "chief justice",1,1,1 ], "(in any of several Commonwealth countries) the judge presiding over a supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief justice",1,1,1 ], "court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chief justice",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the presiding judge of a court composed of a number of members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief petty officer",1,1,1 ], "the senior naval rank for personnel without commissioned or warrant rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief",1,1,1 ], "the head, leader, or most important individual in a group or body of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief",1,1,2 ], "another word for chieftain ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief",1,1,3 ], "the upper third of a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief",1,2,1,1 ], "most important; principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief",1,2,1,2 ], "highest in rank or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief",1,3,1 ], "in chief| primarily; especially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chief",1,3,2 ], "principally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiefly",1,1,1 ], "especially or essentially; above all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiefly",1,1,2 ], "in general; mainly; mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiefly",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a chief or chieftain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chieftain",1,1,1 ], "the head or leader of a tribe or clan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chieftain",1,1,2 ], "the chief of a group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffchaff",1,1,1 ], "a common European warbler, Phylloscopus collybita, with a yellowish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffchaff",1,1,1 ], "plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiffon",1,1,1 ], "a fine transparent or almost transparent plain-weave fabric of silk, nylon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffon",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiffon",1,1,2 ], "feminine finery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffon",1,2,1 ], "made of chiffon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffon",1,2,2 ], "(of souffl''es, pies, cakes, etc|) having a very light fluffy texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffonier",1,1,1 ], "a tall, elegant chest of drawers, originally intended for holding needlework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffonier",1,1,2 ], "a wide low open-fronted cabinet, sometimes fitted with two grille doors and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiffonier",1,1,2 ], "shelves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chigetai",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the Asiatic wild ass, Equus hemionus, of Mongolia| Also spelled:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chigetai",1,1,1 ], "dziggetai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chigger",1,1,1 ], "Trombidiidae, which causes intense itching of human skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chigger",1,1,1 ], "the parasitic larva of any of various free-living mites of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chigger",1,1,2 ], "another name for the chigoe ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chignon",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of long hair in a roll or knot at the back of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chigoe",1,1,1 ], "a tropical flea, Tunga penetrans, the female of which lives on or burrows into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chigoe",1,1,1 ], "the skin of its host, which includes man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chigoe",1,1,2 ], "another name for chigger ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilblain",1,1,1 ], "an inflammation of the fingers, toes, or ears, caused by prolonged exposure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilblain",1,1,1 ], "moisture and cold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "child benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a regular government payment to the parents of children up to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child benefit",1,1,1 ], "certain age| Austral| equivalent: child endowment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "child care",1,1,1 ], "care provided for children without homes (or with a seriously disturbed home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child care",1,1,1 ], "life) by a local authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "child guidance",1,1,1 ], "the counselling of emotionally disturbed children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child labour",1,1,1 ], "the full-time employment of children below a minimum age laid down by statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child minder",1,1,1 ], "a person who looks after children, esp| those whose parents are working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,1,1 ], "a boy or girl between birth and puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,10 ], "a female infant|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,2 ], "a baby or infant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,3 ], "an unborn baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,4 ], "with child| another term for pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,5 ], "a human offspring; a son or daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,6 ], "a childish or immature person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,7 ], "a member of a family or tribe; descendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,8 ], "a person or thing regarded as the product of an influence or environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child",1,1,9 ], "western Brit dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child's play",1,1,1 ], "something that is easy to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child-bearing",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or process of carrying and giving birth to a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "child-bearing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childbed",1,1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by in) the condition of giving birth to a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childbed",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childbirth",1,1,1 ], "the act of giving birth to a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childe",1,1,1 ], "a young man of noble birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childermas",1,1,1 ], "Holy Innocents Day, Dec| 28" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childhood",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being a child; the period of life before puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childish",1,1,1 ], "in the manner of, belonging to, or suitable to a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childish",1,1,2 ], "foolish or petty; puerile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "childlike",1,1,1 ], "like or befitting a child, as in being innocent, trustful, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "children",1,1,1 ], "the plural of child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chile",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chilli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiliad",1,1,1 ], "a group of one thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiliad",1,1,2 ], "one thousand years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiliasm",1,1,1 ], "another term for millenarianism or the millennium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,1 ], "a moderate coldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,2 ], "a sensation of coldness resulting from a cold or damp environment, or from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,2 ], "sudden emotional reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,3 ], "a feverish cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,4 ], "a check on enthusiasm or joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,5 ], "a metal plate placed in a sand mould to accelerate cooling and control local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,5 ], "grain growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,1,6 ], "another name for bloom ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,2,1 ], "another word for chilly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,3,1 ], "to make or become cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,4,1 ], "to cool or freeze (food, drinks, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,5,1,1 ], "to depress (enthusiasm, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,5,1,2 ], "to discourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,6,1 ], "of large grains in the metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chill",1,6,1 ], "to cool (a casting or metal object) rapidly in order to prevent the formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilli con carne",1,1,1 ], "a highly seasoned Mexican dish of meat, onions, beans, and chilli powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilli powder",1,1,1 ], "ground chilli blended with other spices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilli sauce",1,1,1 ], "a highly seasoned sauce made of tomatoes cooked with chilli and other spices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilli sauce",1,1,1 ], "and seasonings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chilli",1,1,1 ], "sauces, pickles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chilli",1,1,1 ], "the small red hot-tasting pod of a type of capsicum used for flavouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chillum",1,1,1 ], "a short pipe, usually of clay, used esp| for smoking cannabis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilly",1,1,2 ], "causing or feeling cool or moderately cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilly",1,1,3 ], "without warmth;unfriendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilly",1,1,4 ], "(of people) sensitive to cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chilopod",1,1,1 ], "any arthropod of the class Chilopoda, which includes the centipedes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimaera",1,1,1 ], "Holocephali (or Bradyodonti), esp| any of the genus Chimaera|They have a skull in which the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chimaera",1,1,1 ], "any tapering smooth-skinned cartilaginous deep-sea fish of the subclass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimaera",1,1,1 ], "upper jaw is fused to the cranium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chimaera",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of chimera ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimb",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chime'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime in",1,1,1 ], "to join in or interrupt (a conversation), esp| repeatedly and unwelcomely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime in",1,1,2 ], "to voice agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,1,1 ], "an individual bell or the sound it makes when struck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,1,2 ], "the machinery employed to sound a bell in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,1,3 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of a set of vertical metal tubes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,1,3 ], "graduated length, suspended in a frame and struck with a hammer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,1,4 ], "a harmonious or ringing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,1,5 ], "agreement; concord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,2,1,1 ], "to sound (a bell) or (of a bell) to be sounded by a clapper or hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,2,1,2 ], "to produce (music or sounds) by chiming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,3,1 ], "to indicate or show (time or the hours) by chiming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,4,1 ], "to summon, announce, or welcome by ringing bells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,5,1 ], "to agree or harmonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",1,5,2 ], "to speak or recite in a musical or rhythmic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chime",2,1,1 ], "the projecting edge or rim of a cask or barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimera",1,1,1 ], "a fire-breathing monster with the head of a lion, body of a goat, and tail of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimera",1,1,1 ], "a serpent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chimera",1,1,2 ], "a fabulous beast made up of parts taken from various animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimera",1,1,3 ], "a grotesque product of the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimera",1,1,4 ], "an organism, esp| a cultivated plant, consisting of at least two genetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimera",1,1,4 ], "different kinds of tissue as a result of mutation, grafting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chimere" ,1, 1, 1],"chimer, or chimar n| Anglican Church",1). c_DEF([ "chimere" ,1, 1, 2],"a sleeveless red or black gown, part of a bishop's formal dress though not a",1). c_DEF([ "chimere" ,1, 1, 2],"vestment",2). c_DEF([ "chimerical",1,1,1 ], "wildly fanciful; imaginary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimerical",1,1,2 ], "given to or indulging in fantasies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney breast",1,1,1 ], "the wall or walls that surround the base of a chimney or fireplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney corner",1,1,1 ], "a recess that contains a seat in a large open fireplace; inglenook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney stack",1,1,1 ], "the part of a chimney that rises above the roof of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney swallow",1,1,1 ], "another name for common swallow (see swallow%2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney swallow",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for chimney swift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney sweep",1,1,1 ], "a person whose job is the cleaning out of soot from chimneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney swift",1,1,1 ], "a North American swift, Chaetura pelagica, that nests in chimneys and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney swift",1,1,1 ], "hollows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,1 ], "a vertical structure of brick, masonry, or steel that carries smoke or steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,1 ], "away from a fire, engine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,2 ], "another name for flue ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,3 ], "short for chimney stack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,4 ], "an open-ended glass tube fitting around the flame of an oil or gas lamp in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,4 ], "order to exclude draughts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,5 ], "a fireplace, esp| an old and large one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,5,1 ], "the part of a mineral deposit that consists of the most valuable ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,5,2 ], "the vent of a volcano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,6 ], "a fissure large enough for a person's body to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimney",1,1,7 ], "anything resembling a chimney in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimneypiece",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| Brit|) for mantelpiece ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimneypot",1,1,1 ], "a short pipe on the top of a chimney, which increases the draught and directs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimneypot",1,1,1 ], "the smoke upwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chimp",1,1,1 ], "short for chimpanzee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimpanzee",1,1,1 ], "a gregarious and intelligent anthropoid ape, Pan troglodytes, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chimpanzee",1,1,1 ], "forests in central W Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chin cough",1,1,1 ], "another name for whooping cough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chin" ,1, 1, 1],"the protruding part of the lower jaw",1). c_DEF([ "chin" ,1, 1, 2],"the front part of the face below the lips",1). c_DEF([ "chin" ,1, 1, 3],"Sometimes shortened to ,chin up!",2). c_DEF([ "chin" ,1, 1, 3],"keep one's chin up| Informal| to keep cheerful under difficult circumstances|",1). c_DEF([ "chin" ,1, 1, 4],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "chin" ,1, 1, 4],"take it on the chin| Informal| to face squarely up to a defeat, adversity,",1). c_DEF([ "chin" ,1, 2, 1],"to raise one's chin to (a horizontal bar, etc|) when hanging by the arms",1). c_DEF([ "chin",1,1,1 ], "having a mottled pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chin-chin",1,1,1 ], "a greeting, farewell, or toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "china bark",1,1,1 ], "another name for cinchona ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "china clay",1,1,1 ], "another name for kaolin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "china",1,1,1 ], "ceramic ware of a type originally from China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "china",1,1,2 ], "any porcelain or similar ware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "china",1,1,3 ], "cups, saucers, etc|, collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "china",1,1,4 ], "made of china" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "china",2,1,1 ], "mate; pal (esp| in the phrase my old china)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinaberry",1,1,1 ], "a spreading Asian meliaceous tree, Melia azedarach, widely grown in the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinaberry",1,1,1 ], "for its ornamental white or purple flowers and beadlike yellow fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chinaberry",1,1,2 ], "another name for soapberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinaberry",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinaware",1,1,1 ], "articles made of china, esp| those made for domestic use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinaware",1,1,2 ], "made of china" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chincapin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chinquapin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinch bug",1,1,1 ], "a black-and-white tropical American heteropterous insect, Blissus leucopterus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinch bug",1,1,1 ], "that is very destructive to grasses and cereals in the U|S|: family Lygaeidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chinch bug",1,1,2 ], "a related and similar European insect, Ischnodemus sabuleti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinch",1,1,1 ], "another name for a bedbug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chincherinchee",1,1,1 ], "a bulbous South African liliaceous plant, Ornithogalum thyrsoides, having long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chincherinchee",1,1,1 ], "spikes of white or yellow long-lasting flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chinchilla",1,1,1 ], "a small gregarious hystricomorph rodent, Chinchilla laniger, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinchilla",1,1,1 ], "in captivity for its soft silvery grey fur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chinchilla",1,1,1 ], "mountainous regions of South America: family Chinchillidae|It has a stocky body and is bred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chinchilla",1,1,2 ], "the highly valued fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinchilla",1,1,3 ], "mountain chinchilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinchilla",1,1,4 ], "a thick napped woollen cloth used for coats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chine",1,1,1 ], "the backbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chine",1,1,2 ], "the backbone of an animal with adjoining meat, cut for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chine",1,1,3 ], "a ridge or crest of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chine",1,1,4 ], "(in some boats) a corner-like intersection where the bottom meets the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chine",1,2,1 ], "to cut (meat) along or across the backbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chine",2,1,1 ], "another word for chime'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chine",3,1,1 ], "dialect| a deep fissure in the wall of a cliff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chink",1,1,1 ], "a small narrow opening, such as a fissure or crack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chink",1,1,2 ], "chink in one's armour| a small but fatal weakness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chink",1,2,1 ], "to fill up or make cracks in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chink",2,1,1 ], "or coins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chink",2,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a light ringing sound, as by the striking of glasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chink",2,2,1 ], "such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinkapin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chinquapin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinless wonder",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| an upper-class one, lacking strength of character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinless",1,1,1 ], "weak or ineffectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chino",1,1,1 ], "a durable cotton twill cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinoiserie",1,1,1 ], "a style of decorative or fine art based on imitations of Chinese motifs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinoiserie",1,1,2 ], "an object or objects in this style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinook",1,1,1 ], "Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chinook",1,1,1 ], "a warm dry southwesterly wind blowing down the eastern slopes of the Rocky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinook",1,1,2 ], "a warm moist wind blowing onto the Washington and Oregon coasts from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinquapin",1,1,1 ], "a dwarf chestnut tree, Castanea pumila, of the eastern U|S|, yielding edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinquapin",1,1,1 ], "nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chinquapin",1,1,2 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chinquapin",1,1,2 ], "a large evergreen fagaceous tree, Castanopsis chrysophylla, of W North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinquapin",1,1,3 ], "the nut of either of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chintz",1,1,1 ], "a printed, patterned cotton fabric, with glazed finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chintz",1,1,2 ], "a painted or stained Indian calico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chintzy",1,1,1 ], "chintzier, chintziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chintzy",1,1,2 ], "of, resembling, or covered with chintz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chintzy",1,1,3 ], "a country cottage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chintzy",1,1,3 ], "typical of the decor associated with the use of chintz soft furnishings, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chinwag",1,1,1 ], "a chat or gossipy conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chionodoxa",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the liliaceous genus Chionodoxa, of S Europe and W Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip basket",1,1,1 ], "a wire basket for holding potato chips, etc|, while frying in deep fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip basket",1,1,2 ], "a basket made of thin strips of wood, used esp| for packing fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip in",1,1,1 ], "to contribute (money, time, etc|) to a cause or fund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip in",1,2,1 ], "interpose a remark or interrupt with a remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip log",1,1,1 ], "28-second interval" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "chip log",1,1,1 ], "a log for determining a vessel's speed, consisting of a wooden chip tossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip log",1,1,1 ], "overboard at the end of a line that is marked off in lengths of 47 feet 3 inches; the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chip log",1,1,1 ], "speed is calculated by counting the number of such intervals that pass overboard in a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chip pan",1,1,1 ], "a deep pan for frying potato chips, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip shot",1,1,1 ], "a short approach shot to the green, esp| one that is lofted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 10],"chip off the old block| Informal| a person who resembles one of his or her",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 10],"parents in behaviour",2). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 11],"have a chip on one's shoulder| Informal| to be aggressively sensitive about a",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 11],"particular thing or bear a grudge",2). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 12],"have had one's chips| Brit| informal| to be defeated, condemned to die,",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 12],"killed, etc",2). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 13],"when the chips are down| Informal| at a time of crisis or testing",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 1],"a small piece removed by chopping, cutting, or breaking",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 2],"a mark left after a small piece has been chopped, cut, or broken off",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 2],"something",2). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 3],"(in some games) a counter used to represent money",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 4],"a thin strip of potato fried in deep fat",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 5],"the U|S| name for crisp ,1,10",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 6],"a small piece or thin slice of food",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 7],"a shot, kick, etc|, lofted into the air, esp| over an obstacle or an opposing",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 7],"player's head, and travelling only a short distance",2). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 8],"a tiny wafer of semiconductor material, such as silicon, processed to form a",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 8],"type of integrated circuit or component such as a transistor",2). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 1, 9],"a thin strip of wood or straw used for making woven hats, baskets, etc",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 2, 1],"to break small pieces from or become broken off in small pieces",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to break or cut into small pieces",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to shape by chipping",1). c_DEF([ "chip" ,1, 2, 4],"to strike or kick (a ball) in a high arc",1). c_DEF([ "chipboard",1,1,1 ], "a thin rigid sheet made of compressed wood particles bound with a synthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chipboard",1,1,1 ], "resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chipmunk",1,1,1 ], "Eutamias of W North America and Asia, typically having black-striped yellowish fur and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chipmunk",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing sciurine rodent of the genera Tamias of E North America and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chipmunk",1,1,1 ], "cheek pouches for storing food" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chipolata",1,1,1 ], "a small sausage in a narrow casing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippendale",1,1,1 ], "1718-79, English cabinet-maker and furniture designer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippendale",1,1,2 ], "(of furniture) designed, made by, or in the style of Thomas Chippendale," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippendale",1,1,2 ], "characterized by the use of Chinese and Gothic motifs, cabriole legs, and massive carving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chipper",1,1,1 ], "cheerful; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chipper",1,1,2 ], "smartly dressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chipping sparrow",1,1,1 ], "a common North American sparrow, Spizella passerina, having brown-and-grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chipping sparrow",1,1,1 ], "plumage and a white eye stripe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chipping",1,1,1 ], "another name for chip ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippy",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for carpenter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippy",1,1,2 ], "a fish-and-chip shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippy",2,1,1 ], "an informal name for chipmunk or chipping sparrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippy",3,1,1 ], "a promiscuous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippy",4,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chippy",4,1,2 ], "belligerent or touchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirm",1,1,1 ], "the chirping of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirm",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a bird) to chirp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the hand; of or by means of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirography",1,1,1 ], "another name for calligraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiromancy",1,1,1 ], "another word for palmistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiropody",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of the feet, esp| the treatment of corns, verrucas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiropractic",1,1,1 ], "a system of treating bodily disorders by manipulation of the spine and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiropractic",1,1,1 ], "parts, based on the belief that the cause is the abnormal functioning of a nerve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiropteran",1,1,1 ], "comprising the bats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiropteran",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Chiroptera, an order of placental mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiropteran",1,2,1 ], "a bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirp",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of some birds and insects) to make a short high-pitched sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirp",1,1,2 ], "to speak in a lively fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirp",1,2,1 ], "a chirping sound, esp| that made by a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirr",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of certain insects, such as crickets) to make a shrill trilled sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirr",1,2,1 ], "the sound of chirring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirrup",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of some birds) to chirp repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirrup",1,1,2 ], "to make clucking sounds with the lips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirrup",1,2,1 ], "such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chirurgeon",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chisel",1,1,1,1 ], "a hand tool for working wood, consisting of a flat steel blade with a cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chisel",1,1,1,1 ], "edge attached to a handle of wood, plastic, etc| It is either struck with a mallet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chisel",1,1,1,1 ], "or used by hand" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chisel",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar tool without a handle for working stone or metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chisel",1,2,1 ], "or as with a chisel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chisel",1,2,1 ], "to carve (wood, stone, metal, etc|) or form (an engraving, statue, etc|) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chisel",1,2,2 ], "to cheat or obtain by cheating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiselled",1,1,1 ], "carved or formed with or as if with a chisel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiselled",1,1,2 ], "clear-cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chit",1,1,1 ], "a voucher for a sum of money owed, esp| for food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chit",1,1,1,1 ], "a note or memorandum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chit",1,1,1,2 ], "a requisition or receipt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chit",2,1,1 ], "a pert, impudent, or self-confident girl or child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chital" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,axis ,2",1). c_DEF([ "chitarrone",1,1,1 ], "a large lute with a double neck in common use during the baroque period, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chitarrone",1,1,1 ], "in Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chitchat" ,1, 1, 1],"talk of a gossipy nature",1). c_DEF([ "chitchat" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to gossip",1). c_DEF([ "chitin",1,1,1 ], "a polysaccharide that is the principal component of the exoskeletons of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chitin",1,1,1 ], "arthropods and of the bodies of fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiton",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece and Rome) a loose woollen tunic worn knee length by men and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiton",1,1,1 ], "full length by women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chiton",1,1,2 ], "Amphineura" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chiton",1,1,2 ], "any small primitive marine mollusc of the genus Chiton and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chiton",1,1,2 ], "having an elongated body covered with eight overlapping shell plates: class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chitter",1,1,1 ], "to twitter or chirp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chitter",1,1,2 ], "a dialect word for shiver or (of the teeth)chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chitterlings" ,1, 1, 1],"chitlins , or chitlings pl| n| the intestines of a pig or other animal",1). c_DEF([ "chitterlings" ,1, 1, 1],"prepared as a dish| Hchiv",2). c_DEF([ "chitterlings" ,1, 1, 2],"(t#s$Iv) n| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "chitterlings" ,1, 1, 3],"a knife|~vb| chivs, chivving, chivved",1). c_DEF([ "chitterlings" ,1, 1, 4],"to stab (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "chivalrous",1,1,1 ], "gallant; courteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chivalrous",1,1,2 ], "involving chivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chivalry",1,1,1 ], "honour, justice, and a readiness to help the weak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chivalry",1,1,1 ], "the combination of qualities expected of an ideal knight, esp| courage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chivalry",1,1,2 ], "courteous behaviour, esp| towards women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chivalry",1,1,3 ], "the medieval system and principles of knighthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chivalry",1,1,4 ], "knights, noblemen, etc|, collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chivaree",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of charivari" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chive",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian purple-flowered alliaceous plant, Allium schoenoprasum, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chive",1,1,1 ], "long slender hollow leaves are used in cooking to flavour soups, stews, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chivy" ,1, 2, 1],"to harass or nag",1). c_DEF([ "chivy" ,1, 3, 1],"to hunt",1). c_DEF([ "chivy" ,1, 4, 1],"to run about",1). c_DEF([ "chivy" ,1, 5, 1],"chivies, chivvies, or chevies",1). c_DEF([ "chivy" ,1, 5, 2],"a hunt",1). c_DEF([ "chivy" ,1, 5, 3],"a hunting cry",1). c_DEF([ "chlamydate",1,1,1 ], "(of some molluscs) possessing a mantle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlamydeous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) relating to or possessing sepals and petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlamydospore",1,1,1 ], "a thick-walled asexual spore of many fungi: capable of surviving adverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlamydospore",1,1,1 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlor-",1,1,1 ], "variant of chloro- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloracne",1,1,1 ], "a disfiguring skin disease that results from contact with or ingestion or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloracne",1,1,1 ], "inhalation of certain chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloral hydrate",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CCl3CH(OH)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chloral hydrate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline soluble solid produced by the reaction of chloral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloral hydrate",1,1,1 ], "with water and used as a sedative and hypnotic; 2,2,2-trichloro-1,1-ethanediol|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloral",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily liquid with a pungent odour, made from chlorine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloral",1,1,1 ], "acetaldehyde and used in preparing chloral hydrate and DDT; trichloroacetaldehyde" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloral",1,1,2 ], "short for chloral hydrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorambucil",1,1,1 ], "a drug derived from nitrogen mustard, administered orally in the treatment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorambucil",1,1,1 ], "leukaemia and other malignant diseases| Formula: C14H19Cl2NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloramine",1,1,1 ], "an unstable colourless liquid with a pungent odour, made by the reaction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloramine",1,1,1 ], "sodium hypochlorite and ammonia| Formula: NH2Cl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloramine",1,1,2 ], "any compound produced by replacing hydrogen atoms in an azo or amine group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloramine",1,1,2 ], "with chlorine atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloramphenicol",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C11H12N2O5Cl2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chloramphenicol",1,1,1 ], "a broad-spectrum antibiotic used esp| in treating typhoid fever and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloramphenicol",1,1,1 ], "rickettsial infections: obtained from the bacterium Streptomyces venezuelae or synthesized|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorate",1,1,1 ], "any salt of chloric acid, containing the monovalent ion ClO3'-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlordane",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble toxic solid existing in several isomeric forms and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlordane",1,1,1 ], "used, as an insecticide, in the form of a brown impure liquid| Formula: C10H6Cl8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorella",1,1,1 ], "any microscopic unicellular green alga of the genus Chlorella: some species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorella",1,1,1 ], "are used in the preparation of human food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorenchyma",1,1,1 ], "plant tissue consisting of parenchyma cells that contain chlorophyll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloric acid",1,1,1 ], "a strong acid with a pungent smell, known only in solution and in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloric acid",1,1,1 ], "chlorate salts| Formula: HClO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing chlorine in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloride of lime",1,1,1 ], "another name for bleaching powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloride",1,1,1 ], "any salt of hydrochloric acid, containing the chloride ion Cl'-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloride",1,1,2 ], "any compound containing a chlorine atom, such as methyl chloride, CH3Cl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorinate",1,1,1 ], "to combine or treat (a substance) with chlorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorinate",1,1,2 ], "to disinfect (water) with chlorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorine",1,1,1 ], "35|453; valency: 1, 3, 5, or 7; density: 3|214 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -100|98 degrees C;" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "chlorine",1,1,1 ], "a toxic pungent greenish-yellow gas of the halogen group; the 15th most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorine",1,1,1 ], "abundant element in the earth's crust, occurring only in the combined state, mainly in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorine",1,1,1 ], "and as a disinfectant and bleaching agent| Symbol: Cl; atomic no|: 17; atomic wt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "chlorine",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: -34|6 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "chlorine",1,1,1 ], "common salt: used in the manufacture of many organic chemicals, in water purification," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chlorite",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of green soft secondary minerals consisting of the hydrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorite",1,1,1 ], "metamorphic rocks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chlorite",1,1,1 ], "silicates of aluminium, iron, and magnesium in monoclinic crystalline form: common in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorite",2,1,1 ], "any salt of chlorous acid, containing the monovalent ion ClO2'-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the colour green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloro-",1,1,2 ], "chlorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloroacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline soluble strong acid prepared by chlorinating acetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloroacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "acid and used as an intermediate in the manufacture of many chemicals;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloroacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "monochloracetic acid| Formula: CH2ClCOOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chloroacetic acid",1,1,2 ], "either of two related compounds: dichloracetic acid, CHCl2COOH, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloroacetic acid",1,1,2 ], "trichloracetic acid, CCl3COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorobenzene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile flammable insoluble liquid with an almond-like odour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorobenzene",1,1,1 ], "made from chlorine and benzene and used as a solvent and in the preparation of many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorobenzene",1,1,1 ], "organic compounds, esp| phenol and DDT| Formula: C6H5Cl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chloroform",1,1,1 ], "CHCl3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chloroform",1,1,1 ], "a heavy volatile liquid with a sweet taste and odour, used as a solvent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloroform",1,1,1 ], "cleansing agent and in refrigerants: formerly used as an inhalation anaesthetic| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorohydrin",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds containing a hydroxyl group and a chlorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorohydrin",1,1,1 ], "atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorohydrin",1,1,2 ], "3-chloropropane-1,2-diol| Formula: CH2OHCHOHCH2Cl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorohydrin",1,1,2 ], "a colourless unstable hygroscopic liquid that is used mainly as a solvent;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorophyll",1,1,1 ], "being chlorophyll a (C\5\5H\7\2O\5N\4Mg): used as a colouring agent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chlorophyll",1,1,1 ], "of sunlight for photosynthesis and exists in several forms, the most abundant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorophyll",1,1,1 ], "the green pigment of plants, occurring in chloroplasts, that traps the energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloropicrin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble toxic lachrymatory liquid used as a pesticide and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloropicrin",1,1,1 ], "tear gas; nitrotrichloromethane| Formula: CCl3NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloroplast",1,1,1 ], "a plastid containing chlorophyll and other pigments, occurring in plants that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloroplast",1,1,1 ], "carry out photosynthesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloroprene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid derivative of butadiene that is used in making neoprene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chloroprene",1,1,1 ], "rubbers; 2-chloro-1,2-butadiene| Formula: CH2CHCClCH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chloroquine",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic drug administered orally to treat malaria| Formula: C18H26ClN3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorosis",1,1,1 ], "a disorder, formerly common in adolescent girls, characterized by pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorosis",1,1,1 ], "greenish-yellow skin, weakness, and palpitation and caused by insufficient iron in the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorothiazide",1,1,1 ], "a diuretic drug administered orally in the treatment of chronic heart and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorothiazide",1,1,1 ], "kidney disease and hypertension| Formula: C7H6ClN3O4S2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing chlorine in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorous",1,1,2 ], "of or containing chlorous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorpromazine",1,1,1 ], "a drug derived from phenothiazine, used as a sedative and tranquillizer, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorpromazine",1,1,1 ], "in psychotic disorders| Formula: C17H19ClN2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlorpropamide",1,1,1 ], "a drug that reduces blood glucose and is administered orally in the treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlorpropamide",1,1,1 ], "of diabetes| Formula: C10H13ClN2O3S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chlortetracycline",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic used in treating many bacterial and rickettsial infections and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chlortetracycline",1,1,1 ], "aureofaciens|Formula: C22H23ClN2O8" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chlortetracycline",1,1,1 ], "some viral infections: obtained from the bacterium Streptomyces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chm|",1,1,1 ], "chairman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chm|",1,1,2 ], "checkmate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choanocyte",1,1,1 ], "any of the flagellated cells in sponges that maintain a flow of water through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choanocyte",1,1,1 ], "the body| A collar of protoplasm surrounds the base of the flagellum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choc-ice",1,1,1 ], "an ice-cream covered with a thin layer of chocolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocho",1,1,1 ], "edule: eaten in the West Indies, Australia, and New Zealand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chocho",1,1,1 ], "the cucumber-like fruit of a tropical American cucurbitaceous vine, Sechium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,1,1 ], "a block or wedge of wood used to prevent the sliding or rolling of a heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,1,1 ], "object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,1,1,1 ], "a fairlead consisting of a ringlike device with an opening at the top through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,1,1,1 ], "which a rope is placed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,1,1,2 ], "a cradle-like support for a boat, barrel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,2,2 ], "to cram full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,2,3 ], "to fit with or secure by a chock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,2,4 ], "to support (a boat, barrel, etc|) on chocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock",1,3,1 ], "as closely or tightly as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock-a-block",1,2,1 ], "filled to capacity; in a crammed state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock-a-block",1,2,2 ], "possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chock-a-block",1,2,2 ], "with the blocks brought close together, as when a tackle is pulled as tight as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chock-full",1,1,1 ], "completely full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocker",1,1,1 ], "full up; packed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocker",1,1,2 ], "irritated; fed up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choco",1,1,1 ], "a coloured person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choco",1,1,2 ], "(in World War II)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choco",1,1,2,1 ], "a member of the citizen army; militiaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choco",1,1,2,2 ], "a conscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocolate",1,1,1 ], "a food preparation made from roasted ground cacao seeds, usually sweetened and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocolate",1,1,1 ], "flavoured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chocolate",1,1,2 ], "a drink or sweet-meat made from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocolate",1,1,2,1 ], "a moderate to deep brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocolate",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocolate-box",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chocolate-box",1,1,2 ], "sentimentally pretty or appealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choctaw",1,1,1 ], "a turn from the inside edge of one skate to the outside edge of the other or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choctaw",1,1,1 ], "vice versa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choice",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of choosing or selecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choice",1,1,2 ], "the opportunity or power of choosing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choice",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing chosen or that may be chosen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choice",1,1,4 ], "an alternative action or possibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choice",1,1,5 ], "a supply from which to select" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choice",1,2,1 ], "of superior quality; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir loft",1,1,1 ], "a gallery in a cathedral, abbey, or church used by the choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir school",1,1,1 ], "a school, esp| a preparatory school attached to a cathedral, college, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir school",1,1,1 ], "offering general education to boys whose singing ability is good" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,1 ], "an organized group of singers, esp| for singing in church services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,1,1 ], "sides with benches, and used by the choir and clergy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,1,1 ], "the part of a cathedral, abbey, or church in front of the altar, lined on both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,2 ], "a number of instruments of the same family playing together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,3 ], "one of the manuals on an organ controlling a set of soft sweet-toned pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,4 ], "any of the nine orders of angels in medieval angelology| Archaic spelling:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choir",1,1,4 ], "quire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choirboy",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of young boys who sing the treble part in a church choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choirmaster",1,1,1 ], "a person who trains, leads, or conducts a choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke back",1,1,1 ], "to suppress (anger, tears, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke coil",1,1,1 ], "another name for choke ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke up",1,1,1 ], "to block (a drain, pipe, etc|) completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke up",1,1,2 ], "to overcome (a person) with emotion, esp| without due cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,1,1 ], "the windpipe or by asphyxiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,1,1 ], "to hinder or stop the breathing of (a person or animal), esp| by constricting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,2,1 ], "to have trouble or fail in breathing, swallowing, or speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,3,1 ], "to block or clog up (a passage, pipe, street, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,4,1 ], "to retard the growth or action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,5,1 ], "to suppress emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,6,1 ], "to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,7,1 ], "petrol engine, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,7,1 ], "to enrich the petrol-air mixture by reducing the air supply to (a carburettor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,1 ], "the act or sound of choking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,2 ], "a device in the carburettor of a petrol engine that enriches the petrol-air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,2 ], "mixture by reducing the air supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,3 ], "any constriction or mechanism for reducing the flow of a fluid in a pipe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,3 ], "tube, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,4 ], "an inductor having a relatively high impedance, used to prevent the passage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,4 ], "high frequencies or to smooth the output of a rectifier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choke",1,8,5 ], "the inedible centre of the head of an artichoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choke-full",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of chock-full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chokeberry",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American rosaceous shrubs of the genus Aronia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chokeberry",1,1,2 ], "the red or purple bitter fruit of any of these shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chokebore",1,1,1 ], "a shotgun bore that becomes narrower towards the muzzle so that the shot is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chokebore",1,1,1 ], "not scattered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chokebore",1,1,2 ], "a shotgun having such a bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chokecherry",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American species of cherry, esp| Prunus virginiana," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chokecherry",1,1,1 ], "having very astringent dark red or black fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chokecherry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chokedamp",1,1,1 ], "another word for blackdamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choker",1,1,1 ], "a woman's high collar, popular esp| in the late 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choker",1,1,2 ], "any neckband or necklace worn tightly around the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choker",1,1,3 ], "a high clerical collar; stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choker",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that chokes or strangles someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choko",1,1,1 ], "a variant of chocho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chole-",1,1,1 ], "indicating bile or gall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholecalciferol",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C27H44O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cholecalciferol",1,1,1 ], "a compound occurring naturally in fish-liver oils, used to treat rickets|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholecyst",1,1,1 ], "another name for gall bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholecystectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the gall bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choler",1,1,1 ], "anger or ill humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choler",1,1,2 ], "one of the four bodily humours; yellow bile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choler",1,1,3 ], "biliousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholera",1,1,1 ], "an acute intestinal infection characterized by severe diarrhoea, cramp, etc|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholera",1,1,1 ], "caused by ingestion of water or food contaminated with the bacterium Vibrio comma|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choleric",1,1,1 ], "bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choleric",1,1,2 ], "bilious or causing biliousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholesterol",1,1,1 ], "a white or pale yellow almost insoluble sterol found in all animal tissues," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholesterol",1,1,1 ], "blood, bile, and animal fats: a precursor of other body steroids| Evidence exists to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cholesterol",1,1,1 ], "disease| Formula: C27H45OH" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cholesterol",1,1,1 ], "implicate a high blood level of cholesterol with certain forms of arterial and heart" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "choli",1,1,1 ], "a short-sleeved bodice, as worn by Indian women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholic acid",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline insoluble acid present in bile: used as an emulsifying agent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholic acid",1,1,1 ], "an intermediate in the synthesis of organic compounds| Formula: C24H40O5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choline",1,1,1 ], "(CH\3)3NCH2CH2OH'/OH'-" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "choline",1,1,1 ], "a colourless viscous soluble alkaline substance present in animal tissues," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choline",1,1,1 ], "esp| as a constituent of lecithin: used as a supplement to the diet of poultry and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choline",1,1,1 ], "in medicine for preventing the accumulation of fat in the liver| Formula:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cholinergic",1,1,1 ], "denoting nerve fibres that release acetylcholine when stimulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholinergic",1,1,2 ], "and similar substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cholinergic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the type of chemical activity associated with acetylcholine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholinesterase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme that hydrolyses acetylcholine to choline and acetic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cholla",1,1,1 ], "U|S| and Mexico and have cylindrical stem segments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cholla",1,1,1 ], "any of several spiny cacti of the genus Opuntia that grow in the southwestern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chollers",1,1,1 ], "the jowls or cheeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chomp",1,1,1 ], "to chew (food) noisily; champ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chomp",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of chewing in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chon",1,1,1 ], "a Korean monetary unit worth one hundredth of a won" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chondrify",1,1,1 ], "to become or convert into cartilage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chondriosome",1,1,1 ], "another name for mitochondrion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chondrite",1,1,1 ], "a stony meteorite consisting mainly of silicate minerals in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chondrite",1,1,1 ], "chondrules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chondro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating cartilage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chondro-",1,1,2 ], "grain or granular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chondroma",1,1,1 ], "a benign cartilaginous growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chondrule",1,1,1 ], "chondrites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chondrule",1,1,1 ], "one of the small spherical masses of mainly silicate minerals present in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choo-choo",1,1,1 ], "a child's name for a railway train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choof off",1,1,1 ], "to go away; make off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chook",1,2,1 ], "a hen or chicken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choom",1,1,1 ], "an Englishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choose",1,1,1 ], "alternatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choose",1,1,1 ], "to select (a person, thing, course of action, etc|) from a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choose",1,2,1 ], "to consider it desirable or proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choose",1,3,1 ], "to like; please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choose",1,3,2 ], "cannot choose but| to be obliged to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choose",1,3,3 ], "nothing or little to choose between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choose",1,3,4 ], "(of two people or objects) almost equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choosy",1,1,1 ], "choosier, choosiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choosy",1,1,2 ], "particular in making a choice; difficult to please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop chop",1,1,1 ], "pidgin English for quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop suey",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese-style dish originating in the U|S|, consisting of meat or chicken," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop suey",1,1,1 ], "bean sprouts, etc|, stewed and served with rice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by down or off) to cut (something) with a blow from an axe or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,1,1 ], "other sharp tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,2,1 ], "to produce or make in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,3,1 ], "to cut into pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,4,1 ], "to dispense with or reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,5,1 ], "to move quickly or violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,5,2 ], "to hit (a ball) sharply downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,5,3 ], "to punch or strike (an opponent) with a short sharp blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,5,4 ], "an informal word for eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,1 ], "a cutting blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,2 ], "the act or an instance of chopping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,3 ], "a piece chopped off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,4 ], "a slice of mutton, lamb, or pork, generally including a rib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,5 ], "a share (esp| in the phrase get or hop in for one's chop)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,6 ], "an informal word for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,7 ], "a sharp downward blow or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,8 ], "not much chop| Austral| informal| not much good; poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",1,6,9 ], "the chop| Slang, chiefly Brit| dismissal from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",2,1,1 ], "to change direction suddenly; vacillate (esp| in the phrase chop and change)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",2,1,2 ], "to barter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",2,1,3 ], "chop logic| to argue over small points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chop",3,1,1 ], "a design stamped on goods as a trademark, esp| in the Far East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopfallen",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chapfallen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chophouse",1,1,1 ], "a restaurant specializing in steaks, grills, chops, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chophouse",2,1,1 ], "(formerly) a customs house in China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopine",1,1,1 ], "a sandal-like shoe on tall wooden or cork bases popular in the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choplogic",1,1,1,1 ], "fallacious reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choplogic",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper tool",1,1,1 ], "a core tool of flint or stone, with a transverse cutting edge, characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper tool",1,1,1 ], "of cultures in Asia and parts of the Middle East and Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,1 ], "a small hand axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,2 ], "a butcher's cleaver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that cuts or chops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,4 ], "an informal name for a helicopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,5 ], "a slang name for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,6 ], "a device for periodically interrupting an electric current or beam of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,6 ], "radiation to produce a pulsed current or beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,7 ], "a type of bicycle or motorcycle with very high handlebars and an elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,7 ], "saddle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chopper",1,1,8 ], "a sub-machine-gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choppers",1,1,1 ], "teeth, esp| false ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choppy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choppy",1,1,2 ], "(of the sea, weather, etc|) fairly rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chops",1,1,1 ], "the jaws or cheeks; jowls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chops",1,1,2 ], "the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chops",1,1,3 ], "lick one's chops| Informal| to anticipate with pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chopsticks",1,1,1 ], "Chinese, Japanese, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chopsticks",1,1,1 ], "a pair of thin sticks, of ivory, wood, etc|, used as eating utensils by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choragus",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek drama)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choragus",1,1,1,1 ], "the leader of a chorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choragus",1,1,1,2 ], "a sponsor of a chorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choragus",1,1,2 ], "a conductor of a festival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choral",1,1,1 ], "relating to, sung by, or designed for a chorus or choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choral",1,2,1 ], "(k$A!r$a$:l) a variant spelling of chorale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorale prelude",1,1,1 ], "a composition for organ using a chorale as a cantus firmus or as the basis for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorale prelude",1,1,1 ], "variations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorale",1,1,1 ], "a slow stately hymn tune, esp| of the Lutheran Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorale",1,1,2 ], "a choir or chorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord symbol",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of letters and numerals, used as a shorthand indication of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord symbol",1,1,1 ], "chords, esp| in jazz, folk, or pop music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,1 ], "an emotional response, esp| one of sympathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,1,1 ], "a straight line connecting two points on a curve or curved surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,1,2 ], "and a curve or curved surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,1,2 ], "the line segment lying between two points of intersection of a straight line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,2 ], "one of the principal members of a truss, esp| one that lies along the top or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,2 ], "the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,4 ], "an aerofoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,4 ], "an imaginary straight line joining the leading edge and the trailing edge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",1,1,5 ], "the string of a musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",2,1,1 ], "in number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chord",2,1,1 ], "the simultaneous sounding of a group of musical notes, usually three or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chord",2,2,1 ], "to provide (a melodic line) with chords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chordate",1,1,1 ], "any animal of the phylum Chordata, including the vertebrates and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chordate",1,1,1 ], "protochordates, characterized by a notochord, dorsal tubular nerve cord, and pharyngeal gill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chordate",1,1,1 ], "slits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chordate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Chordata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chording",1,1,1 ], "the distribution of chords throughout a piece of harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chording",1,1,2 ], "the intonation of a group of instruments or voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chordophone",1,1,1 ], "any musical instrument producing sounds through the vibration of strings, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chordophone",1,1,1 ], "as the piano, harp, violin, or guitar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chore",1,1,1 ], "a small routine task, esp| a domestic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chore",1,1,2 ], "an unpleasant task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorea",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by uncontrollable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorea",1,1,1 ], "irregular brief jerky movements| Nontechnical name: Saint Vitus's dance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choreo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the art of dancing or ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choreodrama",1,1,1 ], "dance drama performed by a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choreograph",1,1,1 ], "to compose the steps and dances for a piece of music or ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choreography",1,1,1 ], "the composition of dance steps and sequences for ballet and stage dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choreography",1,1,2 ], "the steps and sequences of a ballet or dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choreography",1,1,3 ], "the notation representing such steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choreography",1,1,4 ], "the art of dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choriamb",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot used in classical verse consisting of four syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choric",1,1,1 ], "of, like, for, or in the manner of a chorus, esp| of singing, dancing, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choric",1,1,1 ], "speaking of verse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorion",1,1,1 ], "embryonic reptile, bird, or mammal: contributes to the placenta in mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorion",1,1,1 ], "the outer of two membranes (see also amnion) that form a sac around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorister",1,1,1 ], "a singer in a choir, esp| a choirboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorizo",1,1,1 ], "a kind of highly seasoned pork sausage of Spain or Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorography",1,1,1 ], "the technique of mapping regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorography",1,1,2 ], "a description or map of a region, as opposed to a small area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choroid plexus",1,1,1 ], "a multilobed vascular membrane, projecting into the cerebral ventricles, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choroid plexus",1,1,1 ], "secretes cerebrospinal fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choroid",1,1,1 ], "resembling the chorion, esp| in being vascular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "choroid",1,2,1 ], "retina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choroid",1,2,1 ], "the brownish vascular membrane of the eyeball between the sclera and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the causal relations between geographical phenomena occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorology",1,1,1 ], "within a particular region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorology",1,1,2 ], "the study of the spatial distribution of organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chortle",1,1,1 ], "to chuckle gleefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chortle",1,2,1 ], "a gleeful chuckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus girl",1,1,1 ], "a girl who dances or sings in the chorus of a musical comedy, revue, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,1 ], "a large choir of singers or a piece of music composed for such a choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,10 ], "animals simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,10 ], "any speech, song, or other form of utterance produced by a group of people or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,11 ], "in chorus| in unison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,2 ], "a body of singers or dancers who perform together, in contrast to principals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,2 ], "or soloists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,3 ], "a section of a song in which a soloist is joined by a group of singers, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,3 ], "in a recurring refrain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,4 ], "an intermediate section of a pop song, blues, etc|, as distinct from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,4 ], "verse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,5 ], "any of a series of variations on a theme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,6 ], "(in ancient Greece)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,6,1 ], "(in classical Greek drama)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,6,1 ], "a lyric poem sung by a group of dancers, originally as a religious rite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,6,2 ], "an ode or series of odes sung by a group of actors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,7 ], "the actors who sang the chorus and commented on the action of the play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,7,1 ], "(esp| in Elizabethan drama)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,7,2 ], "actors playing a similar role in any drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,8 ], "the actor who spoke the prologue, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,8,2 ], "the part of the play spoken by this actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,1,9 ], "a group of people or animals producing words or sounds simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorus",1,2,1 ], "to speak, sing, or utter (words, sounds, etc|) in unison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chorusmaster",1,1,1 ], "the conductor of a choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chose",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of choose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chose",2,1,1 ], "an article of personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chosen people",1,1,1 ], "Jews" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chosen people",1,1,1 ], "any of various peoples believing themselves to be chosen by God, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chosen",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of choose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chosen",1,2,1 ], "selected or picked out, esp| for some special quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chott",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of shott" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chou",1,1,1 ], "a type of cabbage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chou",1,1,2 ], "a rosette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chou",1,1,3 ], "a round cream bun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chough",1,1,1 ], "Asia, and Africa, with a long downward-curving red bill: family Corvidae (crows)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chough",1,1,1 ], "a large black passerine bird, Pyrrhocorax pyrrhocorax, of parts of Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chough",1,1,2 ], "alpine chough| a smaller related bird, Pyrrhocorax graculus, with a shorter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chough",1,1,2 ], "yellow bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "choux pastry",1,1,1 ], "a very light pastry made with eggs, used for eclairs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chow mein",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese-American dish, consisting of mushrooms, meat, shrimps, etc|, served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chow mein",1,1,1 ], "with fried noodles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chow",1,1,1 ], "food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chow",1,1,2 ], "short for chow-chow ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chow",1,1,3 ], "a derogatory term for Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chow-chow",1,1,1 ], "a thick-coated breed of dog with a curled tail, originally from China| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chow-chow",1,1,1 ], "shortened to chow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chow-chow",1,1,2 ], "a Chinese preserve of ginger, orange peel, etc| in syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chow-chow",1,1,3 ], "a mixed vegetable pickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chowder",1,1,1 ], "a thick soup or stew containing clams or fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrematistic",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or relating to money-making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chresard",1,1,1 ], "the amount of water present in the soil that is available to plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrestomathy",1,1,1 ], "a collection of literary passages, used in the study of language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrism",1,1,1 ], "Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrism",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of olive oil and balsam used for sacramental anointing in the Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrismatory",1,1,1 ], "a small receptacle containing the three kinds of consecrated oil used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrismatory",1,1,1 ], "sacraments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrisom",1,1,1 ], "a white robe put on an infant at baptism and formerly used as a burial shroud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrisom",1,1,1 ], "if the infant died soon afterwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrisom",1,1,2 ], "an infant wearing such a robe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrisom",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of chrism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christcross",1,1,1,1 ], "the mark of a cross formerly placed in front of the alphabet in hornbooks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christcross",1,1,1,2 ], "the alphabet itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christcross",1,1,2 ], "a cross used in place of a signature by someone unable to sign his name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christen",1,1,1 ], "Christian Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "christen",1,1,1 ], "to give a Christian name to in baptism as a sign of incorporation into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christen",1,1,2 ], "another word for baptize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christen",1,1,3 ], "to give a name to anything, esp| with some ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christen",1,1,4 ], "to use for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "christening",1,1,1 ], "the Christian sacrament of baptism or the ceremony in which this is conferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chroma",1,1,1 ], "colour it contains irrespective of achromatic colour present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chroma",1,1,1 ], "the attribute of a colour that enables an observer to judge how much chromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of chromic acid| Simple chromate salts contain the divalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromate",1,1,1 ], "ion, CrO'24'-, and are orange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic aberration",1,1,1 ], "a defect in a lens system characterized by the formation of images with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic aberration",1,1,1 ], "coloured fringes and caused by the variation of the refractive index with the wavelength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic aberration",1,1,1 ], "of light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic colour",1,1,1 ], "a more formal term for colour ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic scale",1,1,1 ], "a twelve-note scale including all the semitones of the octave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by a colour or colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic",1,1,1,1 ], "chords and harmonic progressions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic",1,1,1,1 ], "involving the sharpening or flattening of notes or the use of such notes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic",1,1,1,2 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the chromatic scale or an instrument capable of producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatic",1,1,1,3 ], "of or relating to chromaticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticity coordinates",1,1,1 ], "three numbers used to specify a colour, each of which is equal to one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticity coordinates",1,1,1 ], "three tristimulus values divided by the sum of these values| Symbols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticity diagram",1,1,1 ], "a diagram in which values of two chromaticity coordinates are marked on a pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticity diagram",1,1,1 ], "chromaticity of any colour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticity diagram",1,1,1 ], "of rectangular axes, a point in the plane of these axes representing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of a colour or light with reference to its purity and its dominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticity",1,1,1 ], "wavelength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromaticness",1,1,1 ], "the attribute of colour that involves both hue and saturation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatics",1,1,1 ], "the science of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatid",1,1,1 ], "either of the two strands into which a chromosome divides during mitosis| They" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatid",1,1,1 ], "separate to form daughter chromosomes at anaphase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatin",1,1,1 ], "chromosomes, and stains with basic dyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatin",1,1,1 ], "the part of the nucleus that consists of DNA, RNA, and proteins, forms the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromato-",1,1,1 ], "indicating colour or coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromato-",1,1,2 ], "indicating chromatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatogram",1,1,1 ], "a column or strip of material containing constituents of a mixture separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatogram",1,1,1 ], "by chromatography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatogram",1,1,2 ], "a function of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatogram",1,1,2 ], "a graph showing the quantity of a substance leaving a chromatography column as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatography",1,1,1 ], "liquids or gases by selective adsorption in a column of powder (column chromatography)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatography",1,1,1 ], "or on a strip of paper (paper chromatography)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chromatography",1,1,1 ], "the technique of separating and analysing the components of a mixture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatology",1,1,1 ], "another name for chromatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatolysis",1,1,1 ], "the dissolution of chromatin in injured cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatophore",1,1,1 ], "a cell in the skin of frogs, chameleons, etc|, in which pigment is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromatophore",1,1,1 ], "concentrated or dispersed, causing the animal to change colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromatophore",1,1,2 ], "another name for chromoplast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome alum",1,1,1 ], "KCr(SO\4)2|12H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrome alum",1,1,1 ], "a violet-red crystalline substance, used as a mordant in dyeing| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome green",1,1,1 ], "any green pigment made by mixing lead chromate with Prussian blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome green",1,1,2 ], "any green pigment containing chromic oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome red",1,1,1 ], "any red pigment used in paints, consisting of a mixture of lead chromate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome red",1,1,1 ], "lead oxide; basic lead chromate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrome steel",1,1,1 ], "any of various hard rust-resistant steels containing chromium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome yellow",1,1,1 ], "any yellow pigment consisting of lead chromate mixed with lead sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome",1,1,1,1 ], "another word for chromium, esp| when present in a pigment or dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome",1,1,2 ], "anything plated with chromium, such as fittings on a car body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome",1,1,3 ], "a pigment or dye that contains chromium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome",1,2,1 ], "to plate or be plated with chromium, usually by electroplating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrome",1,2,2 ], "to treat or be treated with a chromium compound, as in dyeing or tanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromic acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable dibasic oxidizing acid known only in solution and in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromic acid",1,1,1 ], "chromate salts| Formula: H2CrO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing chromium in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromic",1,1,2 ], "of or derived from chromic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrominance",1,1,1 ], "comparison with a reference source of the same brightness and of known chromaticity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrominance",1,1,1 ], "the quality of light that causes the sensation of colour| It is determined by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromite",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-black mineral consisting of a ferrous chromic oxide in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form, occurring principally in basic igneous rocks: the only commercial source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromite",1,1,1 ], "of chromium and its compounds| Formula: FeCr2O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chromite",1,1,2 ], "a salt of chromous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromium steel",1,1,1 ], "another name for chrome steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromium",1,1,1 ], "a hard grey metallic element that takes a high polish, occurring principally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromium",1,1,1 ], "corrosion-resistance| Symbol: Cr; atomic no|: 24; atomic wt|: 51|996; valency: 2, 3, or 6; relative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chromium",1,1,1 ], "density: 7|19; melting pt|: 1890 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2482 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "chromium",1,1,1 ], "in chromite: used in steel alloys and electroplating to increase hardness and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromo",1,1,1 ], "short for chromolithograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating colour, coloured, or pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromo-",1,1,2 ], "indicating chromium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromogen",1,1,1 ], "a compound that forms coloured compounds on oxidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromogen",1,1,2 ], "a substance that can be converted to a dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromogen",1,1,3 ], "a bacterium that produces a pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromogenic",1,1,1 ], "producing colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromogenic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a chromogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromolithograph",1,1,1 ], "a picture produced by chromolithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromolithography",1,1,1 ], "the process of making coloured prints by lithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromomere",1,1,1 ], "any of the dense areas of chromatin along the length of a chromosome during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromomere",1,1,1 ], "the early stages of cell division" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromonema",1,1,1 ], "the coiled mass of threads within a nucleus at cell division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromonema",1,1,2 ], "a coiled chromatin thread within a single chromosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromophore",1,1,1 ], "a group of atoms in a chemical compound that are responsible for the colour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromophore",1,1,1 ], "the compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromoplast",1,1,1 ], "a coloured plastid in a plant cell, esp| one containing carotenoids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromoprotein",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of conjugated proteins, such as haemoglobin, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromoprotein",1,1,1 ], "protein is joined to a coloured group, usually a metallic porphyrin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromosome number",1,1,1 ], "any one species of plant or animal| In the reproductive cells this number is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromosome number",1,1,1 ], "halved" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chromosome number",1,1,1 ], "the number of chromosomes present in each somatic cell, which is constant for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromosome",1,1,1 ], "any of the microscopic rod-shaped structures that appear in a cell nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromosome",1,1,1 ], "during cell division, consisting of nucleoprotein arranged into units (genes) that are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromosome",1,1,1 ], "responsible for the transmission of hereditary characteristics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chromosphere",1,1,1 ], "a gaseous layer of the sun's atmosphere extending from the photosphere to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromosphere",1,1,1 ], "corona and visible during a total eclipse of the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chromous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing chromium in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chromyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the divalent radical CrO2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronaxie",1,1,1 ], "stimulus is double the minimum (threshold) necessary to elicit a basic response" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chronaxie",1,1,1 ], "the minimum time required for excitation of a nerve or muscle when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronic",1,1,1 ], "continuing for a long time; constantly recurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronic",1,1,2 ], "(of a disease) developing slowly, or of long duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronic",1,1,3 ], "inveterate; habitual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronic",1,1,3,1 ], "very bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronic",1,1,3,2 ], "very serious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronicle play",1,1,1 ], "a drama based on a historical subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronicle",1,1,1 ], "a record or register of events in chronological order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronicle",1,2,1 ], "to record in or as if in a chronicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrono-",1,1,1 ], "indicating time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronobiology",1,1,1 ], "organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chronobiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the periodicity occurring in living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronogram",1,1,1 ], "a phrase or inscription in which letters such as M, C, X, L and V can be read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronogram",1,1,1 ], "as Roman numerals giving a date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chronogram",1,1,2 ], "a record kept by a chronograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronograph",1,1,1 ], "an accurate instrument for recording small intervals of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronological",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a sequence of events) arranged in order of occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronological",1,1,2 ], "relating to or in accordance with chronology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronology",1,1,1 ], "the determination of the proper sequence of past events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronology",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of dates, events, etc|, in order of occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronology",1,1,3 ], "a table or list of events arranged in order of occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronometer",1,1,1 ], "a timepiece designed to be accurate in all conditions of temperature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronometer",1,1,1 ], "pressure, etc|, used esp| at sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chronometry",1,1,1 ], "the science or technique of measuring time with extreme accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronon",1,1,1 ], "a unit of time equal to the time that a photon would take to traverse the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronon",1,1,1 ], "diameter of an electron: about 10'-'2'4 seconds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chronoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that registers small intervals of time on a dial, cathode-ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chronoscope",1,1,1 ], "tube, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chron|",1,1,1 ], "chronological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chron|",1,1,2 ], "chronology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysalid",1,1,1 ], "another name for chrysalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysalid",1,2,1 ], "also chrysalidal (kr$I!sl$Id%)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysalid",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a chrysalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysalis",1,1,1 ], "the obtect pupa of a moth or butterfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysalis",1,1,2 ], "anything in the process of developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysanthemum",1,1,1 ], "China, having brightly coloured showy flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrysanthemum",1,1,1 ], "any widely cultivated plant of the genus Chrysanthemum, esp| C| morifolium of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysanthemum",1,1,2 ], "any other plant of the genus Chrysanthemum, such as oxeye daisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysarobin",1,1,1 ], "a tasteless odourless powder containing anthraquinone derivatives of araroba," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysarobin",1,1,1 ], "formerly used medicinally to treat chronic skin conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chryselephantine",1,1,1 ], "(of ancient Greek statues, etc|) made or overlaid with gold and ivory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chryso-",1,1,1 ], "indicating gold or the colour of gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysoberyl",1,1,1 ], "a rare very hard greenish-yellow mineral consisting of beryllium aluminate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysoberyl",1,1,1 ], "form of cat's eye and alexandrite| Formula: BeAl2O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "chrysoberyl",1,1,1 ], "orthorhombic crystalline form and occurring in coarse granite: used as a gemstone in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrysolite",1,1,1 ], "a brown or yellowish-green olivine consisting of magnesium iron silicate: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysolite",1,1,1 ], "as a gemstone (see peridot)| Formula: (Mg,Fe)2SiO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chrysoprase",1,1,1 ], "an apple-green variety of chalcedony: a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysotile",1,1,1 ], "a green, grey, or white fibrous mineral, a variety of serpentine, that is an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chrysotile",1,1,1 ], "important source of commercial asbestos| Formula: Mg3Si2O5(OH)4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chs|",1,1,1 ], "chapters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chthonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the underworld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chub",1,1,1 ], "Squalius)cephalus, having a cylindrical dark-greenish body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chub",1,1,1 ], "a common European freshwater cyprinid game fish, Leuciscus (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chub",1,1,2 ], "any of various North American fishes, esp| certain whitefishes and minnows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chubby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chubby",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the human form) plump and round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck in",1,1,1 ], "to contribute to the cost of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck in",1,2,1 ], "such a contribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck out",1,1,1 ], "to eject forcibly (from); throw out (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck wagon",1,1,1 ], "a wagon carrying provisions and cooking utensils for men, such as cowboys, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck wagon",1,1,1 ], "work in the open" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",1,1,1 ], "to throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",1,1,2 ], "to pat affectionately, esp| under the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",1,1,3 ], "(sometimes foll| by in or up) to give up reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",1,3,1 ], "a throw or toss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",1,3,2 ], "a playful pat under the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",1,3,3 ], "the chuck| Informal| dismissal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",2,1,1 ], "a cut of beef extending from the neck to the shoulder blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",2,1,2 ], "a device that holds a workpiece in a lathe or tool in a drill, having a number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",2,1,2 ], "of adjustable jaws geared to move in unison to centralize the workpiece or tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",3,1,1 ], "a less common word for cluck ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",3,2,1 ], "a clucking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",3,2,2 ], "a term of endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",4,1,1 ], "a large body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck",4,1,2 ], "short for saltchuck (the sea)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck-full",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of chock-full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck-will's-widow",1,1,1 ], "a large North American nightjar, Caprimulgus carolinensis, similar to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuck-will's-widow",1,1,1 ], "whippoorwill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chuckle",1,1,1 ], "to laugh softly or to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuckle",1,1,2 ], "(of animals, esp| hens) to make a clucking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuckle",1,2,1 ], "a partly suppressed laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chucklehead",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person; blockhead; dolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuckwalla",1,1,1 ], "a lizard, Sauromalus obesus, that has an inflatable body and inhabits desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuckwalla",1,1,1 ], "regions of the southwestern U|S|: family Iguanidae (iguanas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chuddar",1,1,1 ], "a large Indian shawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chufa",1,1,1 ], "a sedge, Cyperus esculentus, of warm regions of the Old World, with nutlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chufa",1,1,1 ], "edible tubers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chuff",1,1,1 ], "a puffing sound of or as if of a steam engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuff",1,2,1 ], "to move while emitting such sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuff",2,1,1 ], "a boor; churl; sullen fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuff",3,1,1 ], "to please or delight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuffy",1,1,1 ], "fier, fiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuffy",1,1,2 ], "or Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuffy",1,1,3 ], "plump or chubby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuffy",1,1,4 ], "surly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chug" ,1, 1, 1],"a short dull sound, esp| one that is rapidly repeated, such as that made by an",1). c_DEF([ "chug" ,1, 1, 1],"engine",2). c_DEF([ "chug" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) (of an engine, etc|) to operate while making such sounds",1). c_DEF([ "chukar",1,1,1 ], "a black-barred sandy plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chukar",1,1,1 ], "a common partridge, Alectoris chukar (or graeca), having red legs and bill and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chukka boot",1,1,1 ], "an ankle-high boot made of suede or rubber and worn for playing polo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chukker",1,1,1 ], "a period of continuous play, generally lasting 7 minutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chum" ,1, 1, 1],"a close friend",1). c_DEF([ "chum" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "chum" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by up with) to be or become an intimate friend (of)",1). c_DEF([ "chum" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) Edinburgh dialect",1). c_DEF([ "chum" ,1, 2, 4],"to accompany",1). c_DEF([ "chum",2,1,1 ], "chopped fish, meal, etc|, used as groundbait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chum",3,1,1 ], "a Pacific salmon, Oncorhynchus keta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chummy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chummy",1,1,2 ], "friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chump",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chump",1,1,2 ], "a thick heavy block of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chump",1,1,2,1 ], "the thick blunt end of anything, esp| of a piece of meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chump",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chump",1,1,3 ], "the head (esp| in the phrase off one's chump)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chump",2,1,1 ], "a less common word for chomp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chumping",1,1,1 ], "collecting wood for bonfires on Guy Fawkes Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunder",1,1,1 ], "to vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunder",1,2,1 ], "vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunderous",1,1,1 ], "nauseating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunk",1,1,1 ], "a thick solid piece, as of meat, wood, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunk",1,1,2 ], "a considerable amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunky",1,1,1 ], "chunkier, chunkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunky",1,1,2 ], "thick and short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunky",1,1,3 ], "consisting of or containing thick pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunky",1,1,4 ], "(of clothes, esp| knitwear) made of thick bulky material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chunter",1,1,1 ], "to mutter or grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chupatti",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of chapatti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuppah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of huppah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church key",1,1,1 ], "a device with a triangular point at one end for making holes in the tops of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church key",1,1,1 ], "cans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "church text",1,1,1 ], "a heavy typeface in Gothic style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,1 ], "a building designed for public forms of worship, esp| Christian worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,2 ], "an occasion of public worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,3 ], "the clergy as distinguished from the laity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,4 ], "institutionalized forms of religion as a political or social force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,5 ], "the collective body of all Christians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,6 ], "a particular Christian denomination or group of Christian believers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,7 ], "the Christian religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,8 ], "(in Britain) the practices or doctrines of the Church of England and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,1,8 ], "denominations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,2,1 ], "ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,2,1 ], "to bring (someone, esp| a woman after childbirth) to church for special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "church",1,2,2 ], "to impose church discipline upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchgoer",1,1,1 ], "a person who attends church regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchgoer",1,1,2 ], "an adherent of an established Church in contrast to a Nonconformist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchly",1,1,1 ], "appropriate to, associated with, or suggestive of church life and customs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchman",1,1,1 ], "a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchman",1,1,2 ], "a male practising member of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchwarden",1,1,1 ], "one of two assistants of a parish priest who administer the secular affairs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchwarden",1,1,1 ], "the church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "churchwarden",1,1,2 ], "a long-stemmed tobacco pipe made of clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchwoman",1,1,1 ], "a female practising member of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchy",1,1,1 ], "churchier, churchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchy",1,1,2 ], "like a church, church service, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchy",1,1,3 ], "excessively religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churchyard",1,1,1 ], "the grounds surrounding a church, usually used as a graveyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churidars",1,1,1 ], "long tight-fitting trousers, worn by Indian men and women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churinga",1,1,1 ], "a sacred amulet of the Australian Aborigines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churl",1,1,1 ], "a surly ill-bred person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churl",1,1,2 ], "a farm labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churl",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of ceorl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churl",1,1,4 ], "a miserly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churlish",1,1,1 ], "rude or surly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churlish",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to peasants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churlish",1,1,3 ], "miserly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churlish",1,1,4 ], "difficult to work or manage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn out",1,1,1 ], "to produce (something) at a rapid rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn out",1,1,2 ], "to perform (something) mechanically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn",1,1,1 ], "a large container for milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn",1,1,2 ], "a vessel or machine in which cream or whole milk is vigorously agitated to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn",1,1,2 ], "produce butter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "churn",1,1,3 ], "any similar device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn",1,2,1,1 ], "to stir or agitate (milk or cream) in order to make butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn",1,2,1,2 ], "to make (butter) by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churn",1,2,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to move or cause to move with agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churning",1,1,1 ], "the quantity of butter churned at any one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churning",1,1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or effect of someone or something that churns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churning",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churr",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of chirr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "churrigueresque",1,1,1 ], "and early 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "churrigueresque",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a style of baroque architecture of Spain in the late 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chute",1,1,1 ], "an inclined channel or vertical passage down which water, parcels, coal, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chute",1,1,1 ], "may be dropped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chute",1,1,2 ], "a steep slope, used as a slide as for toboggans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chute",1,1,3 ], "a slide into a swimming pool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chute",1,1,4 ], "a narrow passageway through which animals file for branding, spraying, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chute",1,1,5 ], "a rapid or waterfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chute",2,2,1 ], "short for parachute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chutney",1,1,1 ], "a pickle of Indian origin, made from fruit, vinegar, spices, sugar, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chuttie",1,1,1 ], "chewing gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chutzpah",1,1,1 ], "shameless audacity; impudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chyack",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chiack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chyle",1,1,1 ], "a milky fluid composed of lymph and emulsified fat globules, formed in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chyle",1,1,1 ], "small intestine during digestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chyme",1,1,1 ], "the thick fluid mass of partially digested food that leaves the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chymosin",1,1,1 ], "another name for rennin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chymotrypsin",1,1,1 ], "a powerful proteolytic enzyme secreted from the pancreas in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chymotrypsin",1,1,1 ], "chymotrypsinogen, being converted to the active form by trypsin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "chymotrypsinogen",1,1,1 ], "the inactive precursor of chymotrypsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "chypre",1,1,1 ], "a perfume made from sandalwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ch|",1,1,1 ], "chain (unit of measure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ch|",1,1,2 ], "chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ch|",1,1,3 ], "check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ch|",1,1,4 ], "chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ch|",1,1,5 ], "church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ci-devant",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of an officeholder) former recent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciao",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for hello or goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciborium",1,1,1 ], "Communion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ciborium",1,1,1 ], "a goblet-shaped lidded vessel used to hold consecrated wafers in Holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciborium",1,1,2 ], "a freestanding canopy fixed over an altar and supported by four pillars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicada",1,1,1 ], "any large broad insect of the homopterous family Cicadidae, most common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicada",1,1,1 ], "drone by vibration of a pair of drumlike abdominal organs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cicada",1,1,1 ], "warm regions| Cicadas have membranous wings and the males produce a high-pitched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cicala",1,1,1 ], "another name for cicada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicatricle",1,1,1 ], "the blastoderm in the egg of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicatricle",1,1,2 ], "any small scar or mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicatrix",1,1,1 ], "the tissue that forms in a wound during healing; scar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicatrix",1,1,2 ], "a scar on a plant indicating the former point of attachment of a part, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicatrix",1,1,2 ], "leaf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cicatrize",1,1,1 ], "(of a wound or defect in tissue) to be closed by scar formation heal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicely",1,1,1 ], "short for sweet cicely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicero",1,1,1 ], "a measure for type that is somewhat larger than the pica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicerone",1,1,1 ], "a person who conducts and informs sightseers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cichlid",1,1,1 ], "any tropical freshwater percoid fish of the family Cichlidae, which includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cichlid",1,1,1 ], "the mouthbrooders| Cichlids are popular aquarium fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cichlid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cichlidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cicisbeo",1,1,1 ], "the escort or lover of a married woman, esp| in 18th-century Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cider",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink made from the fermented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cider",1,1,1 ], "juice of apples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cider",1,1,2 ], "an unfermented drink made from apple juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cig",1,1,1 ], "a cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cigar",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical roll of cured tobacco leaves, for smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette card",1,1,1 ], "a small picture card, formerly given away with cigarettes, now collected as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette card",1,1,1 ], "hobby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette end",1,1,1 ], "after it is finished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette end",1,1,1 ], "the part of a cigarette that is held in the mouth and that remains unsmoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette holder",1,1,1 ], "a mouthpiece of wood, ivory, etc|, used for holding a cigarette while it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette holder",1,1,1 ], "smoked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette paper",1,1,1 ], "a piece of thin paper rolled around tobacco to form a cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cigarette" ,1, 1, 1],"a short tightly rolled cylinder of tobacco, wrapped in thin paper and often",1). c_DEF([ "cigarette" ,1, 1, 1],"having a filter tip, for smoking| Shortened forms: cig, ciggy",2). c_DEF([ "cigarillo",1,1,1 ], "a small cigar, often only slightly larger than a cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cilia",1,1,1 ], "the plural of cilium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciliary body",1,1,1 ], "iris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ciliary body",1,1,1 ], "the part of the vascular tunic of the eye that connects the choroid with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciliary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to cilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciliary",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the ciliary body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciliate",1,1,1 ], "possessing or relating to cilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciliate",1,1,2 ], "layer of cilia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ciliate",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to protozoans of the subclass Ciliata, which have an outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciliate",1,2,1 ], "a protozoan of the subclass Ciliata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cilice",1,1,1 ], "a haircloth fabric or garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ciliolate",1,1,1 ], "covered with minute hairs, as some plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cilium",1,1,1 ], "any of the short threads projecting from the surface of a cell, organism," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cilium",1,1,1 ], "etc|, whose rhythmic beating causes movement of the organism or of the surrounding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cilium",1,1,1 ], "fluid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cilium",1,1,2 ], "the technical name for eyelash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cimbalom",1,1,1 ], "a type of dulcimer, esp| of Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cimex",1,1,1 ], "any of the heteropterous insects of the genus Cimex, esp| the bedbug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,1,1 ], "an easy task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,1,2 ], "a certainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,1,3 ], "a U|S| name for girth ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,1,4 ], "a firm grip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,2,2 ], "to fasten a girth around (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,3,1 ], "to make sure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",1,4,1 ], "to get a firm grip on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinch",2,1,1 ], "a card game in which the five of trumps ranks highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinchona",1,1,1 ], "any tree or shrub of the South American rubiaceous genus Cinchona, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinchona",1,1,1 ], "calisaya, having medicinal bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinchona",1,1,2 ], "alkaloids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinchona",1,1,2 ], "the dried bark of any of these trees, which yields quinine and other medicinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinchona",1,1,3 ], "any of the drugs derived from cinchona bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinchonidine",1,1,1 ], "an alkaloid that is a stereoisomer of cinchonine, with similar properties and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinchonidine",1,1,1 ], "uses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinchonine",1,1,1 ], "an insoluble crystalline alkaloid isolated from cinchona bark and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinchonine",1,1,1 ], "substitute for quinine| Formula: C19H22N2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinchonism",1,1,1 ], "a condition resulting from an excessive dose of cinchona bark or its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinchonism",1,1,1 ], "alkaloids, characterized chiefly by headache, ringing in the ears, and vomiting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinchonize",1,1,1 ], "to treat (a patient) with cinchona or one of its alkaloids, esp| quinine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cincture",1,1,1 ], "something that encircles or surrounds, esp| a belt, girdle, or border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinder block",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for breeze block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinder track",1,1,1 ], "a race track covered with fine cinders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinder",1,1,1 ], "a piece of incombustible material left after the combustion of coal, coke," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinder",1,1,1 ], "etc|; clinker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinder",1,1,2 ], "a piece of charred material that burns without flames; ember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinder",1,1,3 ], "any solid waste from smelting or refining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinder",1,1,4 ], "fragments of volcanic lava; scoriae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinder",1,2,1 ], "to burn to cinders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cine camera",1,1,1 ], "25 exposures per second, thus enabling moving pictures to be taken| U|S| term:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cine camera",1,1,1 ], "a camera in which a strip of film moves past the lens, usually to give 16 or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cine camera",1,1,1 ], "movie camera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cine film",1,1,1 ], "length enabling it to be used in a cine camera| U|S| term: movie film" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cine film",1,1,1 ], "photographic film, wound on a spool, usually 8 or 16 millimetres wide, up to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cine film",1,1,1 ], "several hundred metres long, and having one or two lines of sprocket holes along its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cine-",1,1,1 ], "indicating motion picture or cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cineaste",1,1,1 ], "an enthusiast for films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinema",1,1,1,1 ], "a place designed for the exhibition of films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinema",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinema",1,1,2 ], "the cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinema",1,1,2,1 ], "the art or business of making films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinema",1,1,2,2 ], "films collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinematheque",1,1,1 ], "a small intimate cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinematograph",1,1,1 ], "a combined camera, printer, and projector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinematograph",1,2,1 ], "to take (pictures) with a film camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cineol",1,1,1 ], "another name for eucalyptol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cineraria",1,1,1 ], "a plant, Senecio cruentus, of the Canary Islands, widely cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cineraria",1,1,1 ], "blue, purple, red, or variegated daisy-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinerarium",1,1,1 ], "a place for keeping the ashes of the dead after cremation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinerator",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for cremator ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinereous",1,1,1 ], "of a greyish colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinereous",1,1,2 ], "resembling or consisting of ashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinerin",1,1,1 ], "either of two similar organic compounds found in pyrethrum and used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinerin",1,1,1 ], "insecticides| Formulas: C20H28O3 (cinerin I), C21H28O5 (cinerin II)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cingulum",1,1,1 ], "a girdle-like part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinma vrit",1,1,1 ], "films characterized by subjects, actions, etc|, that have the appearance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinma vrit",1,1,1 ], "real life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinnabar",1,1,1 ], "a heavy red mineral consisting of mercuric sulphide in hexagonal crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnabar",1,1,1 ], "form: the chief ore of mercury| Formula: HgS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinnabar",1,1,2 ], "the red form of mercuric sulphide, esp| when used as a pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnabar",1,1,3 ], "a bright red to reddish-orange; vermilion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnabar",1,1,4 ], "(tiger moths, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinnabar",1,1,4 ], "a large red-and-black European moth, Callimorpha jacobaeae: family Arctiidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-insoluble weak organic acid existing in two isomeric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamic acid",1,1,1 ], "forms; 3-phenylpropenoic acid| The trans- form occurs naturally and its esters are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamic acid",1,1,1 ], "used in perfumery| Formula: C6H5CHCHCOOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon bear",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown variety of the American black bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon stone",1,1,1 ], "another name for hessonite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian lauraceous tree, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, having aromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,1 ], "yellowish-brown bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,2 ], "drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,2 ], "the spice obtained from the bark of this tree, used for flavouring food and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,3 ], "Saigon cinnamon| an E Asian lauraceous tree, Cinnamomum loureirii, the bark of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,3 ], "which is used as a cordial and to relieve flatulence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,4 ], "any of several similar or related trees or their bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinnamon",1,1,5 ], "a light yellowish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinquain",1,1,1 ], "a stanza of five lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinque",1,1,1 ], "the number five in cards, dice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinquecento",1,1,1 ], "the 16th century in Italian art, architecture, or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinquefoil",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the N temperate rosaceous genus Potentilla, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinquefoil",1,1,1 ], "five-lobed compound leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinquefoil",1,1,2 ], "an ornamental carving in the form of five arcs arranged in a circle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cinquefoil",1,1,2 ], "separated by cusps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cinquefoil",1,1,3 ], "a charge representing a five-petalled flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,1 ], "a method of secret writing using substitution or transposition of letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,1 ], "according to a key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,2 ], "a secret message" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,3 ], "the key to a secret message" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete name for zero ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,5 ], "any of the Arabic numerals (0, 1, 2, 3, etc|, to 9) or the Arabic system of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,5 ], "numbering as a whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,6 ], "a person or thing of no importance; nonentity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,7 ], "a design consisting of interwoven letters; monogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,8 ], "a defect in an organ resulting in the continuous sounding of a pipe, the key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,1,8 ], "of which has not been depressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,2,1 ], "to put (a message) into secret writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,3,1 ], "(of an organ pipe) to sound without having the appropriate key depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipher",1,3,2 ], "to perform (a calculation) arithmetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cipolin",1,1,1 ], "an Italian marble with alternating white and green streaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cir",1,1,1 ], "(of fabric) treated with a heat or wax process to make it smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cir",1,2,1 ], "such a surface on a fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cir",1,2,2 ], "a fabric having such a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circa",1,1,1 ], "(used with a date) at the approximate time of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circadian",1,1,1 ], "intervals, even in the absence of periodicity in the environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circadian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to biological processes that occur regularly at 24-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circinate",1,1,1 ], "(of part of a plant, such as a young fern) coiled so that the tip is at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circinate",1,1,1 ], "centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 10],"a parallel of latitude",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 11],"the ring of a circus",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 12],"Stonehenge, found in Europe and thought to be associated with some form of ritual or",2). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 12],"astronomical measurement",3). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 12],"one of a number of Neolithic or Bronze Age rings of standing stones, such as",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 13],"go or run round in circles",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 14],"to engage in energetic but fruitless activity",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 15],"come full circle",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 16],"to arrive back at one's starting point",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 17],"to move in a circle (around)",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 18],"to enclose in a circle; encircle",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 1],"a closed plane curve every point of which is equidistant from a given fixed",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 1],"point, the centre| Equation: (x - h)'2,,'2,,r ,2 where r is the radius and",2). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 2],"are the coordinates of the centre; area",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 3],"the figure enclosed by such a curve",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 4],"comprising the dress circle and the upper circle",2). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 4],"the section of seats above the main level of the auditorium, usually",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 5],"something formed or arranged in the shape of a circle",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 6],"a group of people sharing an interest, activity, upbringing, etc|; set",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 7],"a domain or area of activity, interest, or influence",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 8],"a circuit",1). c_DEF([ "circle" ,1, 1, 9],"a process or chain of events or parts that forms a connected whole; cycle",1). c_DEF([ "circlet",1,1,1 ], "a small circle or ring, esp| a circular ornament worn on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit binding",1,1,1 ], "a style of limp-leather binding, used esp| for Bibles and prayer books, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit binding",1,1,1 ], "which the edges of the cover bend over to protect the edges of the pages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circuit breaker",1,1,1 ], "a device that under abnormal conditions, such as a short circuit, stops the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit breaker",1,1,1 ], "flow of current in an electrical circuit| Sometimes shortened to breaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circuit judge",1,1,1 ], "a judge presiding over a county court or crown court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit rider",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a minister of religion who preached from place to place along an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit rider",1,1,1 ], "established circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circuit training",1,1,1 ], "a form of athletic training in which a number of exercises are performed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit training",1,1,1 ], "turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,1,1 ], "a complete route or course, esp| one that is curved or circular or that lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,1,1 ], "around an object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,1,2 ], "the area enclosed within such a route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,2 ], "the act of following such a route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,2,1 ], "a complete path through which an electric current can flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,2,1 ], "a periodical journey around an area, as made by judges, salesmen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,2,2 ], "the route traversed or places visited on such a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,2,3 ], "the persons making such a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,3 ], "justice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,3 ], "one of six areas into which England is divided for the administration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,4 ], "a number of theatres, cinemas, etc|, under one management or in which the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,4 ], "film is shown or in which a company of performers plays in turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,4,1 ], "a series of tournaments in which the same players regularly take part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,4,2 ], "(usually preceded by the) the contestants who take part in such a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,1,5 ], "a motor racing track, usually of irregular shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuit",1,2,1 ], "to make or travel in a circuit around (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuitous",1,1,1 ], "indirect and lengthy; roundabout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuitry",1,1,1 ], "the design of an electrical circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuitry",1,1,2 ], "the system of circuits used in an electronic device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circuity",1,1,1 ], "(of speech, reasoning, etc|) a roundabout or devious quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular function",1,1,1 ], "another name for trigonometric function ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular measure",1,1,1 ], "the measurement of an angle in radians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular mil",1,1,1 ], "a unit of area of cross section of wire, equal to the area of a circle whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular mil",1,1,1 ], "diameter is one thousandth of an inch| 1 circular mil is equal to 0|785 X 10'-'6 square" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circular mil",1,1,1 ], "inch or 0|2 X 10'-'9 square metre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "circular polarization",1,1,1 ], "a circle about the direction of propagation at any point in the path of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "circular polarization",1,1,1 ], "a transformation of electromagnetic radiation (esp| light) to a form in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular polarization",1,1,1 ], "radiation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "circular polarization",1,1,1 ], "the vector representing the instantaneous intensity of the electric field describes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circular saw",1,1,1 ], "a power-driven saw in which a circular disc with a toothed edge is rotated at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular saw",1,1,1 ], "high speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circular triangle",1,1,1 ], "a triangle in which each side is the arc of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, resembling, or shaped like a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular",1,1,2 ], "circuitous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular",1,1,3 ], "(of arguments, etc|) futile because of an inevitable return to the starting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular",1,1,3 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circular",1,1,4 ], "travelling or occurring in a cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular",1,1,5 ], "(of letters, announcements, etc|) intended for general distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circular",1,2,1 ], "a printed or duplicated advertisement or notice for mass distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circularize",1,1,1 ], "to distribute circulars to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circularize",1,1,2 ], "letters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circularize",1,1,2 ], "to canvass or petition (people), as for support, votes, etc|, by distributing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circularize",1,1,3 ], "to make circular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulate",1,1,1 ], "to send, go, or pass from place to place or person to person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulate",1,1,2 ], "to distribute or be distributed over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulate",1,1,3 ], "starting point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circulate",1,1,3 ], "to move or cause to move through a circuit, system, etc|, returning to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulate",1,1,4 ], "to move in a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulating decimal",1,1,1 ], "another name for recurring decimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulating library",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for lending library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulating library",1,1,2 ], "a small library circulated in turn to a group of schools or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulating library",1,1,2 ], "institutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circulating library",1,1,3 ], "a rare word for subscription library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulating medium",1,1,1 ], "currency serving as a medium of exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,1 ], "the transport of oxygenated blood through the arteries to the capillaries," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,1 ], "veins to the heart, where the cycle is renewed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,1 ], "where it nourishes the tissues, and the return of oxygen-depleted blood through the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,2 ], "the flow of sap through a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,3 ], "any movement through a closed circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,4 ], "the spreading or transmission of something to a wider group of people or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,5 ], "(of air and water) free movement within an area or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,5,1 ], "a book loan, as from a library lending department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,5,1 ], "the distribution of newspapers, magazines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,5,2 ], "each loan transaction of a particular book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,5,2 ], "the number of copies of an issue of such a publication that are distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,5,3 ], "the total issue of library books over a specified period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,6 ], "a rare term for circulating medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,7 ], "in circulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,7,1 ], "(of currency) serving as a medium of exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circulation",1,1,7,2 ], "(of people) active in a social or business context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circum-",1,1,1 ], "around; surrounding; on all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumambient",1,1,1 ], "surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumambulate",1,1,1 ], "to walk around (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumambulate",1,2,1 ], "to avoid the point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumbendibus",1,1,1 ], "a circumlocution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumcise",1,1,1 ], "to remove the foreskin of (a male)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumcise",1,1,2 ], "to incise surgically the skin over the clitoris of (a female)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumcise",1,1,3 ], "to perform the religious rite of circumcision on (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumcision",1,1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the foreskin of males" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumcision",1,1,1,2 ], "Rare| surgical incision into the skin covering the clitoris in females" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumcision",1,1,2 ], "the act of circumcision, performed as a religious rite by Jews and Muslims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumcision",1,1,3 ], "Jesus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumcision",1,1,3 ], "the festival celebrated on Jan| 1 in commemoration of the circumcision of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumference",1,1,1 ], "the boundary of a specific area or geometric figure, esp| of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumference",1,1,2 ], "a circle is equal to the diameter multiplied by r" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumference",1,1,2 ], "the length of a closed geometric curve, esp| of a circle| The circumference of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumflex",1,1,1 ], "French, or with some other different quality" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "circumflex",1,1,1 ], "a mark () placed over a vowel to show that it is pronounced with rising and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumflex",1,1,1 ], "falling pitch, as in ancient Greek, as a long vowel rather than a short one, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumflex",1,2,1 ], "(of certain nerves, arteries, or veins) bending or curving around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumfluous",1,1,1 ], "flowing all around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumfluous",1,1,2 ], "surrounded by or as if by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumfuse",1,1,1 ], "to pour or spread (a liquid, powder, etc|) around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumfuse",1,1,2 ], "to surround with a substance, such as a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumlocution",1,1,1 ], "an indirect way of expressing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumlocution",1,1,2 ], "an indirect expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumlunar",1,1,1 ], "around or revolving around the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumnavigate",1,1,1 ], "to sail or fly completely around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumnutate",1,1,1 ], "(of the tip of a plant stem) to grow in an irregular curve, ellipse, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumnutate",1,1,1 ], "spiral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumpolar",1,1,1 ], "(of a star or constellation) visible above the horizon at all times at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumpolar",1,1,1 ], "specified locality on the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumpolar",1,1,2 ], "surrounding or located at or near either of the earth's poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscissile",1,1,1 ], "(of the dry dehiscent fruits of certain plants) opening completely by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscissile",1,1,1 ], "transverse split" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumscribe",1,1,1 ], "to restrict within limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscribe",1,1,2 ], "to mark or set the bounds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscribe",1,1,3 ], "are in contact but do not intersect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumscribe",1,1,3 ], "to draw a geometric construction around (another construction) so that the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscribe",1,1,4 ], "to draw a line round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscription",1,1,1 ], "the act of circumscribing or the state of being circumscribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscription",1,1,2 ], "something that limits or encloses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscription",1,1,3 ], "a circumscribed space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumscription",1,1,4 ], "an inscription around a coin or medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumsolar",1,1,1 ], "surrounding or rotating around the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumspect",1,1,1 ], "cautious, prudent, or discreet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|) a condition of time, place, etc|, that accompanies or influences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,1 ], "an event or condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,2 ], "an incident or occurrence, esp| a chance one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,3 ], "accessory information or detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,4 ], "circumstance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,4 ], "formal display or ceremony (archaic except in the phrase pomp and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,5 ], "under or in no circumstances| in no case; never" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,6 ], "under the circumstances| because of conditions; this being the case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,7 ], "in good circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,8 ], "(of a person) in a good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,1,9 ], "(or bad) financial situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,2,1 ], "to place in a particular condition or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstance",1,2,2 ], "to give in detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstantial evidence",1,1,1 ], "indirect evidence that tends to establish a conclusion by inference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstantial",1,1,1 ], "of or dependent on circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstantial",1,1,2 ], "fully detailed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstantial",1,1,3 ], "incidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumstantiate",1,1,1 ], "to support by giving particulars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvallate",1,1,1 ], "to surround with a defensive fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvent",1,1,1 ], "to evade or go around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvent",1,1,2 ], "to outwit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvent",1,1,3 ], "to encircle (an enemy) so as to intercept or capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvolution",1,1,1 ], "the act of turning, winding, or folding around a central axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvolution",1,1,2 ], "a single complete turn, cycle, or fold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvolution",1,1,3 ], "anything winding or sinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circumvolution",1,1,4 ], "a roundabout course or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,1 ], "a travelling company of entertainers such as acrobats, clowns, trapeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,1 ], "artists, and trained animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,2 ], "a public performance given by such a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,3 ], "an oval or circular arena, usually tented and surrounded by tiers of seats, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,3 ], "which such a performance is held" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,4 ], "(in ancient Rome)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,4,1 ], "an open place, usually circular, in a town, where several streets converge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,4,1 ], "an open-air stadium, usually oval or oblong, for chariot races or public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,4,1 ], "games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,4,2 ], "Piccadilly Circus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,4,2 ], "the games themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,5 ], "noisy or rowdy behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,6 ], "a person or group of people whose behaviour is wild, disorganized, or (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "circus",1,1,6 ], "unintentionally) comic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cire perdue",1,1,1 ], "a method of casting bronze, in which a mould is formed around a wax pattern," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cire perdue",1,1,1 ], "which is subsequently melted and drained away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cirque",1,1,1 ], "a steep-sided semicircular depression found in mountainous regions, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirque",1,1,1 ], "containing a lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cirque",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete term for circle ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirque",1,1,3 ], "a circle, circlet, or ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrate" ,1, 1, 1],"cirrose, or cirrousadj| Biology",1). c_DEF([ "cirrate" ,1, 1, 2],"bearing or resembling cirri",1). c_DEF([ "cirrhosis",1,1,1 ], "any of various chronic progressive diseases of the liver, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrhosis",1,1,1 ], "death of liver cells, irreversible fibrosis, etc|: caused by inadequate diet," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cirrhosis",1,1,1 ], "excessive alcohol, chronic infection, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cirri",1,1,1 ], "the plural of cirrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirripede",1,1,1 ], "adults of which are sessile or parasitic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cirripede",1,1,1 ], "any marine crustacean of the subclass Cirripedia, including the barnacles, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirripede",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cirripedia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating cirrus or cirri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrocumulus",1,1,1 ], "a high cloud of ice crystals grouped into small separate globular masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrose",1,1,1 ], "another word for cirrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrose",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of cirrus clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrostratus",1,1,1 ], "a uniform layer of cloud above about 6000 metres (20,000 feet)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrus",1,1,1 ], "a thin wispy fibrous cloud at high altitudes, composed of ice particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrus",1,1,2 ], "a plant tendril or similar part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirrus",1,1,3 ], "a slender tentacle or filament in barnacles and other marine invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cirsoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a varix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cir|",1,1,1 ], "(preceding a date) circa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cir|",1,1,2 ], "circular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cir|",1,1,3 ], "circulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cir|",1,1,4 ], "circumference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cis-",1,1,1 ], "on this or the near side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cis-",1,1,2 ], "(often in italics) indicating that two groups of atoms in an unsaturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cis-",1,1,2 ], "compound lie on the same side of a double bond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cis-trans test",1,1,1 ], "a test to define the unit of genetic function, based on whether two mutations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cis-trans test",1,1,1 ], "different cistrons in each chromosome of a homologous pair (the trans position)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cis-trans test",1,1,1 ], "of the same character occur in a single chromosome (the cis position) or in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cisalpine",1,1,1 ], "on this (the southern) side of the Alps, as viewed from Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cisalpine",1,1,2 ], "of the pope and to emphasize the independence of branches of the Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cisalpine",1,1,2 ], "relating to a movement in the Roman Catholic Church to minimize the authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cisco",1,1,1 ], "any of various whitefish, esp| Coregonus artedi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cisco",1,1,1 ], "cold deep lakes of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cislunar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the space between the earth and the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cismontane",1,1,1 ], "on this (the writer's or speaker's) side of the mountains, esp| the Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cispadane",1,1,1 ], "on this (the southern) side of the River Po, as viewed from Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cissoid" ,1, 1, 1],"a geometric curve whose two branches meet in a cusp at the origin and are",1). c_DEF([ "cissoid" ,1, 1, 1],"asymptotic to a line parallel to the y-axis| Its equation is y ,2",2). c_DEF([ "cissoid" ,1, 2, 1],"contained between the concave sides of two intersecting curves",1). c_DEF([ "cist",1,1,1 ], "a wooden box for holding ritual objects used in ancient Rome and Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cist",2,1,1 ], "a box-shaped burial chamber made from stone slabs or a hollowed tree-trunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cistaceous",1,1,1 ], "herbaceous plants that includes the rockroses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cistaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cistaceae, a family of shrubby or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cistern",1,1,1 ], "a tank for the storage of water, esp| on or within the roof of a house or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cistern",1,1,1 ], "connected to a W|C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cistern",1,1,2 ], "an underground reservoir for the storage of a liquid, esp| rainwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cistern",1,1,3 ], "another name for cisterna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cisterna",1,1,1 ], "a sac or partially closed space containing body fluid, esp| lymph or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cisterna",1,1,1 ], "cerebrospinal fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cistron",1,1,1 ], "gene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cistron",1,1,1 ], "the section of a chromosome that controls a single function; a functional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cistus",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Cistus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citadel",1,1,1 ], "a stronghold within or close to a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citadel",1,1,2 ], "any strongly fortified building or place of safety; refuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citadel",1,1,3 ], "a specially strengthened part of the hull of a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,1 ], "the quoting of a book or author in support of a fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,2 ], "a passage or source cited for this purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,3 ], "a listing or recounting, as of facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,4 ], "an official commendation or award, esp| for bravery or outstanding service," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,4 ], "work, etc|, usually in the form of a formal statement made in public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,4,1 ], "an official summons to appear in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,4,2 ], "the document containing such a summons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citation",1,1,5 ], "the quoting of decided cases to serve as guidance to a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cite",1,1,1 ], "authority, proof, or example" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cite",1,1,1 ], "to quote or refer to (a passage, book, or author) in substantiation as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cite",1,1,2 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cite",1,1,2 ], "to mention or commend (a soldier, etc|) for outstanding bravery or meritorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cite",1,1,3 ], "to summon to appear before a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cite",1,1,4 ], "to enumerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cite",1,1,5 ], "to excite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cithara",1,1,1 ], "a stringed musical instrument of ancient Greece and elsewhere, similar to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cithara",1,1,1 ], "lyre and played with a plectrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cither",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cittern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citified",1,1,1 ], "having the customs, manners, or dress of city people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cause to conform to or adopt the customs, habits, or dress of city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citify",1,1,1 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citify",1,1,2 ], "to make urban" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citizen",1,1,1 ], "a native or naturalized member of a state, nation, or other political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citizen",1,1,1 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citizen",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of a city or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citizen",1,1,3 ], "a native or inhabitant of any place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citizen",1,1,4 ], "a civilian, as opposed to a soldier, public official, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citizenry",1,1,1 ], "citizens collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citizenship",1,1,1 ], "the condition or status of a citizen, with its rights and duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citizenship",1,1,2 ], "a person's conduct as a citizen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citole",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for cittern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citral",1,1,1 ], "a yellow volatile liquid with a lemon-like odour, found in oils of lemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citral",1,1,1 ], "cis- isomer (citral-a or geranial) and the trans- isomer (citral-b or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "citral",1,1,1 ], "grass, orange, and lemon and used in perfumery: a terpene aldehyde consisting of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citral",1,1,1 ], "neral)|Formula: (CH\3)2CCH(CH\2)2C(CH\3)CHCHO" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "citrate",1,1,1 ], "and pharmaceuticals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citrate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of citric acid| Salts of citric acid are used in beverages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citreous",1,1,1 ], "of a greenish-yellow colour; citron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citric acid cycle",1,1,1 ], "another name for Krebs cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citric acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH2(COOH)C(OH)(COOH)CH2COOH" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "citric acid",1,1,1 ], "a water-soluble weak tribasic acid found in many fruits, esp| citrus fruits," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citric acid",1,1,1 ], "and used in pharmaceuticals and as a flavouring| It is extracted from citrus fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citric acid",1,1,1 ], "or made by fermenting molasses and is an intermediate in carbohydrate metabolism|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "citric",1,1,1 ], "of or derived from citrus fruits or citric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citriculture",1,1,1 ], "the cultivation of citrus fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citrin",1,1,1 ], "another name for vitamin P" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citrine",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-yellow variety of quartz: a gemstone; false topaz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citrine",1,1,2 ], "the yellow colour of a lemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citron wood",1,1,1 ], "the wood of the citron tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citron wood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of the sandarac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,1 ], "a small Asian rutaceous tree, Citrus medica, having lemon-like fruit with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,1 ], "thick aromatic rind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,3 ], "a variety of watermelon, Citrullus vulgaris citroides, that has an inedible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,3 ], "fruit with a hard rind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,4 ], "flavouring of foods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,4 ], "the rind of either of these fruits, candied and used for decoration and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citron",1,1,5 ], "a greenish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citronella",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian grass, Cymbopogon (or Andropogon)nardus, with bluish-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citronella",1,1,1 ], "lemon-scented leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citronella",1,1,2 ], "soaps, perfumes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citronella",1,1,2 ], "the yellow aromatic oil obtained from this grass, used in insect repellents," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citronellal",1,1,1 ], "a colourless slightly water-soluble liquid with a lemon-like odour, a terpene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citronellal",1,1,1 ], "aldehyde found esp| in citronella and certain eucalyptus oils: used as a flavouring and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citronellal",1,1,1 ], "in soaps and perfumes| Formula: (CH\3)2CCH(CH\2)2CH(CH\3)CH2CHO" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "citrulline",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid that occurs in watermelons and is an intermediate in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "citrulline",1,1,1 ], "formation of urea| Formula: NH2CONH(CH\2)3CHNH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "citrus" ,1, 1, 1],"any tree or shrub of the tropical and subtropical rutaceous genus Citrus,",1). c_DEF([ "citrus" ,1, 1, 1],"which includes the orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, citron, and calamondin",2). c_DEF([ "citrus" ,1, 2, 1],"of this genus",2). c_DEF([ "citrus" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the genus Citrus or to the fruits of plants",1). c_DEF([ "cittern" ,1, 1, 1],"cither, or cithernn",1). c_DEF([ "cittern" ,1, 1, 2],"a medieval stringed instrument resembling a lute but having wire strings and a",1). c_DEF([ "cittern" ,1, 1, 2],"flat back",2). c_DEF([ "city blues",1,1,1 ], "another name for urban blues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city desk",1,1,1 ], "news" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "city desk",1,1,1 ], "the department of a newspaper office dealing with financial and commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city desk",1,1,2 ], "the department of a newspaper office dealing with local news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city editor",1,1,1 ], "(on a newspaper)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city editor",1,1,2 ], "the editor in charge of financial and commercial news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city editor",1,1,3 ], "the editor in charge of local news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city father",1,1,1 ], "a person who is active or prominent in the public affairs of a city, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city father",1,1,1 ], "an alderman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "city hall",1,1,1 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "city hall",1,1,1 ], "the building housing the administrative offices of a city or municipal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city hall",1,1,1,1 ], "municipal government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city hall",1,1,1,2 ], "the officials of a municipality collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city hall",1,1,2 ], "bureaucracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city manager",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) an administrator hired by a municipal council to manage its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city manager",1,1,1 ], "affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "city planning",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for town planning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city slicker",1,1,1 ], "a person with the sophistication often attributed to city people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city slicker",1,1,2 ], "a smooth tricky untrustworthy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,1 ], "any large town or populous place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) a large town that has received this title from the Crown: usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,2 ], "the seat of a bishop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) an incorporated urban centre with its own government and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,3 ], "administration established by state charter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,4 ], "an ancient Greek city-state; polis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,5 ], "the people of a city collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city",1,1,6 ], "in or characteristic of a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city-state",1,1,1 ], "Carthage, and Rome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "city-state",1,1,1 ], "a state consisting of a sovereign city and its dependencies| Among the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "city-state",1,1,1 ], "famous are the great independent cities of the ancient world, such as Athens, Sparta," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cityscape",1,1,1 ], "an urban landscape; view of a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cit|",1,1,1 ], "citation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cit|",1,1,2 ], "cited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cit|",1,1,3 ], "citizen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civet",1,1,1 ], "Africa and S Asia, typically having blotched or spotted fur and secreting a powerfully" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civet",1,1,1 ], "any catlike viverrine mammal of the genus Viverra and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civet",1,1,1 ], "smelling fluid from anal glands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "civet",1,1,2 ], "manufacture of perfumes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civet",1,1,2 ], "the yellowish fatty secretion of such an animal, used as a fixative in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civet",1,1,3 ], "the fur of such an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civet",1,1,4 ], "short for palm civet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civic centre",1,1,1 ], "of local administration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civic centre",1,1,1 ], "the public buildings of a town, including recreational facilities and offices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a city, citizens, or citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civics",1,1,2 ], "the study of government and its workings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civies",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of civvies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil day",1,1,1 ], "another name for calendar day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil death",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the loss of all civil rights because of a serious conviction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil defence",1,1,1 ], "the organizing of civilians to deal with enemy attacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil disobedience",1,1,1 ], "a refusal to obey laws, pay taxes, etc|: a nonviolent means of protesting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil disobedience",1,1,1 ], "of attempting to achieve political goals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil engineer",1,1,1 ], "a person qualified to design, construct, and maintain public works, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil engineer",1,1,1 ], "roads, bridges, harbours, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil law",1,1,1 ], "the law of a state relating to private and civilian affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil law",1,1,2 ], "citizens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil law",1,1,2 ], "the body of law in force in ancient Rome, esp| the law applicable to private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil law",1,1,3 ], "any system of law based on the Roman system as distinguished from the common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil law",1,1,3 ], "law and canon law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil law",1,1,4 ], "the law of a state as distinguished from international law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil liberty",1,1,1 ], "the right of an individual to certain freedoms of speech and action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil list",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the annuities voted by Parliament for the support of the royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil list",1,1,1 ], "household and the royal family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil marriage",1,1,1 ], "a marriage performed by some official other than a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil rights",1,1,1 ], "law, as in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil rights",1,1,1 ], "the personal rights of the individual citizen, in most countries upheld by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil rights",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or promoting equality in social, economic, and political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil rights",1,1,2 ], "rights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil servant",1,1,1 ], "a member of the civil service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil service",1,1,1 ], "changes of governments" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "civil service",1,1,1 ], "civil service have no official political allegiance and are not generally affected by" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "civil service",1,1,1 ], "country| It excludes the legislative, judicial, and military branches| Members of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil service",1,1,1 ], "the service responsible for the public administration of the government of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil service",1,1,2 ], "the members of the civil service collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil war",1,1,1 ], "same nation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil war",1,1,1 ], "war between parties, factions, or inhabitants of different regions within the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil year",1,1,1 ], "another name for calendar year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,1 ], "ecclesiastical affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,1 ], "of the ordinary life of citizens as distinguished from military, legal, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the citizen as an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,3 ], "of or occurring within the state or between citizens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,4 ], "polite or courteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for civic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,6 ], "of or in accordance with Roman law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civil",1,1,7 ], "relating to the private rights of citizens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilian",1,1,1,1 ], "a person whose primary occupation is civil or nonmilitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilian",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civility",1,1,1 ], "politeness or courtesy, esp| when formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civility",1,1,2 ], "an act of politeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,1 ], "a complex cultural, political, and legal organization; an advanced state in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,1 ], "a human society that has highly developed material and spiritual resources and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,1 ], "social development" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,2 ], "the peoples or nations collectively who have achieved such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,3 ], "period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,3 ], "the total culture and way of life of a particular people, nation, region, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,4 ], "the process of bringing or achieving civilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,5 ], "intellectual, cultural, and moral refinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,6 ], "cities or populated areas, as contrasted with sparsely inhabited areas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilization",1,1,6 ], "deserts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civilize",1,1,1 ], "civilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "civilize",1,1,1 ], "to bring out of savagery or barbarism into a state characteristic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilize",1,1,2 ], "to refine, educate, or enlighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilized",1,1,1 ], "having a high state of culture and social development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civilized",1,1,2 ], "cultured; polite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civism",1,1,1 ], "good citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civvy",1,1,1 ], "a civilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civvy",1,1,2 ], "civilian dress as opposed to uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civvy",1,1,3 ], "civvy street| civilian life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civ|",1,1,1 ], "civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "civ|",1,1,2 ], "civilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clachan",1,1,1 ], "and Irish dialect| a small village; hamlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,1,1 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a sound like that of two pieces of wood hitting each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,1,2 ], "to jabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for cluck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,2,1 ], "a short sharp sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,2,2 ], "a person or thing that produces this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,2,3 ], "chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clack",1,2,4 ], "a simple nonreturn valve using either a hinged flap or a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clad",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of clothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clad",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bond a metal to (another metal), esp| to form a protective coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cladding",1,1,1 ], "the process of protecting one metal by bonding a second metal to its surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cladding",1,1,2 ], "the protective coating so bonded to metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cladding",1,1,3 ], "the material used for the outside facing of a building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cladoceran",1,1,1 ], "any minute freshwater crustacean of the order Cladocera, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cladoceran",1,1,1 ], "water fleas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cladoceran",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cladocera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cladode",1,1,1 ], "a flattened stem resembling and functioning as a leaf, as in butcher's broom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cladophyll",1,1,1 ], "another name for cladode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,1,1 ], "to demand as being due or as one's property; assert one's title or right to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,1,2 ], "to assert as a fact; maintain against denial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,1,3 ], "to call for or need; deserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,1,4 ], "to take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,1 ], "an assertion of a right; a demand for something as due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,2 ], "an assertion of something as true, real, or factual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,3 ], "a right or just title to something; basis for demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,4 ], "lay claim to or stake a claim to| to assert one's possession of or right to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,5 ], "anything that is claimed, esp| in a formal or legal manner, such as a piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,5 ], "land staked out by a miner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,5,1 ], "a demand for payment in connection with an insurance policy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claim",1,2,5,2 ], "the sum of money demanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claiming race",1,1,1 ], "horse racing| a race in which each owner declares beforehand the price at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claiming race",1,1,1 ], "which his horse will be offered for sale after the race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clair-obscure",1,1,1 ], "another word for chiaroscuro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clairaudience",1,1,1 ], "the postulated ability to hear sounds beyond the range of normal hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clairvoyance",1,1,1 ], "the alleged power of perceiving things beyond the natural range of the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clairvoyance",1,1,2 ], "keen intuitive understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clairvoyant",1,1,1 ], "of, possessing, or relating to clairvoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clairvoyant",1,1,2 ], "having great insight or second sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clairvoyant",1,2,1 ], "a person claiming to have the power to foretell future events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clam up",1,1,1 ], "to keep or become silent or withhold information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clam" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various burrowing bivalve molluscs of the genera Mya, Venus, etc| Many",1). c_DEF([ "clam" ,1, 1, 1],"largest known bivalve, nearly 1|5 metres long",3). c_DEF([ "clam" ,1, 1, 1],"species, such as the quahog and soft-shell clam, are edible and Tridacna gigas is the",2). c_DEF([ "clam" ,1, 1, 2],"the edible flesh of such a mollusc",1). c_DEF([ "clam" ,1, 1, 3],"a reticent person",1). c_DEF([ "clam" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) Chiefly U|S",1). c_DEF([ "clam" ,1, 2, 2],"to gather clams| ~",1). c_DEF([ "clam",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of clem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamant",1,1,1 ], "noisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamant",1,1,2 ], "calling urgently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamatorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the American flycatchers (family Tyrannidae)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clambake",1,1,1 ], "a picnic, often by the sea, at which clams, etc|, are baked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clambake",1,1,2 ], "an informal party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamber",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by up, over, etc|) to climb (something) awkwardly, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamber",1,1,1 ], "using both hands and feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clamber",1,2,1 ], "a climb performed in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clammy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clammy",1,1,2 ], "unpleasantly sticky; moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clammy",1,1,3 ], "(of the weather, atmosphere, etc|) close; humid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamour",1,1,1 ], "a loud persistent outcry, as from a large number of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamour",1,1,2 ], "a vehement expression of collective feeling or outrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamour",1,1,3 ], "a loud and persistent noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamour",1,2,1 ], "to make a loud noise or outcry; make a public demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamour",1,3,1 ], "to move, influence, or force by outcry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp down" ,1, 1, 1],"to behave repressively; attempt to suppress something regarded as undesirable",1). c_DEF([ "clamp",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical device with movable jaws with which an object can be secured to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",1,1,1 ], "bench or with which two objects may be secured together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",1,1,2 ], "a means by which a fixed joint may be strengthened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",1,1,3 ], "a horizontal beam fastened to the ribs for supporting the deck beams in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",1,1,3 ], "wooden vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",1,2,1 ], "to fix or fasten with or as if with a clamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",1,2,2 ], "to inflict or impose forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",2,1,1 ], "a mound formed out of a harvested root crop, covered with straw and earth to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",2,1,1 ], "protect it from winter weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",2,1,2 ], "a pile of bricks ready for processing in a furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamp",2,2,1 ], "to enclose (a harvested root crop) in a mound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamper",1,1,1 ], "a spiked metal frame fastened to the sole of a shoe to prevent slipping on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamper",1,1,1 ], "ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clamshell",1,1,1 ], "a dredging bucket that is hinged like the shell of a clam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamshell",1,1,2 ], "another name for eyelid ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clamworm",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for the ragworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clan",1,1,1 ], "a group of people interrelated by ancestry or marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clan",1,1,2 ], "a group of families with a common surname and a common ancestor, acknowledging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clan",1,1,2 ], "the same leader, esp| among the Scots and the Irish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clan",1,1,3 ], "a group of people united by common characteristics, aims, or interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clandestine",1,1,1 ], "secret and concealed, often for illicit reasons; furtive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clang",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a loud resounding noise, as metal when struck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clang",1,2,1 ], "to move or operate making such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clang",1,3,1 ], "a resounding metallic noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clang",1,3,2 ], "the harsh cry of certain birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clanger",1,1,1 ], "a conspicuous mistake (esp| in the phrase drop a clanger)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clanger",1,1,2 ], "something that clangs or causes a clang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clangor",1,1,1 ], "a loud resonant often-repeated noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clangor",1,1,2 ], "an uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clangor",1,2,1 ], "to make or produce a loud resonant noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clank",1,1,1 ], "an abrupt harsh metallic sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clank",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clank",1,3,1 ], "to move or operate making such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clannish",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of a clan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clannish",1,1,2 ], "outsiders; cliquish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clannish",1,1,2 ], "tending to associate closely within a limited group to the exclusion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clansman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person belonging to a clan",1). c_DEF([ "clap on",1,1,1 ], "to don hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,1,1 ], "struck together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a sharp abrupt sound, as of two nonmetallic objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,1,2 ], "sharply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,1,2 ], "to applaud (someone or something) by striking the palms of the hands together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,2,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,2,1 ], "to strike (a person) lightly with an open hand, in greeting, encouragement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,3,1 ], "to place or put quickly or forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,3,2 ], "(of certain birds) to flap (the wings) noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,4,1 ], "to contrive or put together hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,4,2 ], "clap eyes on| Informal| to catch sight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,4,3 ], "clap hold of| Informal| to grasp suddenly or forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,5,1 ], "the sharp abrupt sound produced by striking the hands together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,5,2 ], "the act of clapping, esp| in applause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,5,3 ], "a sudden sharp sound, esp| of thunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,5,4 ], "a light blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",1,5,5 ], "a sudden action or mishap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap",2,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) a slang word for gonorrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap-net",1,1,1 ], "a net, used esp| by entomologists, that can be closed instantly by pulling a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clap-net",1,1,1 ], "string" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clapboard",1,1,1,1 ], "a long thin timber board with one edge thicker than the other, used esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapboard",1,1,1,1 ], "the U|S| in wood-frame construction by lapping each board over the one below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clapboard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapboard",1,2,1 ], "to cover with such boards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapped out",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of machinery) worn out dilapidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapper bridge",1,1,1 ], "a primitive type of bridge in which planks or slabs of stone rest on piles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapper bridge",1,1,1 ], "stones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clapper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that claps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapper",1,1,2 ], "a contrivance for producing a sound of clapping, as for scaring birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapper",1,1,3 ], "a small piece of metal suspended within a bell that causes it to sound when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapper",1,1,3 ], "made to strike against its side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clapper",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for tongue ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapper",1,2,1 ], "go like the clappers| Brit| informal| to move extremely fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapperboard",1,1,1 ], "a pair of hinged boards clapped together during film shooting in order to aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapperboard",1,1,1 ], "in synchronizing sound and picture prints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clapperclaw",1,1,1 ], "to claw or scratch with the hands and nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clapperclaw",1,1,2 ], "to revile; abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claptrap",1,1,1 ], "contrived but foolish talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claptrap",1,1,2 ], "insincere and pretentious talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claque",1,1,1 ], "a group of people hired to applaud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claque",1,1,2 ], "a group of fawning admirers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarabella",1,1,1 ], "an eight-foot flute stop on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarence",1,1,1 ], "a closed four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage, having a glass front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarendon",1,1,1 ], "a style of boldface roman type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claret cup",1,1,1 ], "an iced drink made of claret, brandy, lemon, sugar, and sometimes sherry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claret cup",1,1,1 ], "curacao, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "claret",1,1,1 ], "a red wine, esp| one from the Bordeaux district of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claret",1,1,1,1 ], "a purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claret",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become clear or easy to understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarify",1,1,2 ], "to make or become free of impurities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarify",1,1,3 ], "become clear as a result of such a process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clarify",1,1,3 ], "to make (fat, butter, etc|) clear by heating, etc|, or (of fat, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarinet",1,1,1 ], "'" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clarinet",1,1,1 ], "a keyed woodwind instrument with a cylindrical bore and a single reed| It is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarinet",1,1,1 ], "transposing instrument, most commonly pitched in A or B flat| Obsolete spelling: clarionet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clarinet",1,1,2 ], "an orchestral musician who plays the clarinet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarino" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to a high passage for the trumpet in 18th-century music",1). c_DEF([ "clarino" ,1, 2, 1],"nos or ni (-n$I)",1). c_DEF([ "clarino" ,1, 2, 2],"the high register of the trumpet",1). c_DEF([ "clarino" ,1, 2, 3],"an organ stop similar to the high register of the trumpet",1). c_DEF([ "clarino" ,1, 2, 4],"a trumpet or clarion",1). c_DEF([ "clarion",1,1,1 ], "a four-foot reed stop of trumpet quality on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarion",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete, high-pitched, small-bore trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarion",1,1,3 ], "the sound of such an instrument or any similar sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarion",1,2,1 ], "clear and ringing; inspiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarion",1,3,1 ], "to proclaim loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarity",1,1,1 ], "clearness, as of expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarity",1,1,2 ], "clearness, as of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarkia",1,1,1 ], "any North American onagraceous plant of the genus Clarkia: cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarkia",1,1,1 ], "their red, purple, or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "claro",1,1,1 ], "a mild light-coloured cigar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clarts",1,1,1 ], "lumps of mud, esp| on shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clary",1,1,1 ], "any of several European plants of the genus Salvia, having aromatic leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clary",1,1,1 ], "blue flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a loud harsh sound, esp| by striking together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,2,1 ], "to be incompatible; conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,3,1 ], "to engage together in conflict or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,4,1 ], "(of dates or events) to coincide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,4,2 ], "(of colours) to look ugly or inharmonious together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,5,1 ], "a loud harsh noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,5,2 ], "a collision or conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clash",1,5,3 ], "gossip; tattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clasp knife",1,1,1 ], "a large knife with one or more blades or other devices folding into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clasp knife",1,1,1 ], "handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clasp",1,1,1 ], "a fastening, such as a catch or hook, used for holding things together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clasp",1,1,2 ], "a firm grasp, hold, or embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clasp",1,1,3 ], "a bar or insignia on a medal ribbon, to indicate either a second award or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clasp",1,1,3 ], "battle, campaign, or reason for its award" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clasp",1,2,1 ], "to hold in a firm grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clasp",1,2,2 ], "to grasp firmly with the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clasp",1,2,3 ], "to fasten together with or as if with a clasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class list",1,1,1 ], "a list categorizing students according to the class of honours they have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class list",1,1,1 ], "obtained in their degree examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class mark",1,1,1 ], "a value within a frequency class interval for the purposes of quantitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class mark",1,1,1 ], "analysis and computational convenience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class mark",1,1,2 ], "a symbol on a book or other publication indicating its subject field, shelf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class mark",1,1,2 ], "position, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class struggle",1,1,1 ], "Marxism| the continual conflict between the capitalist and working classes for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class struggle",1,1,1 ], "economic and political power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,1 ], "a collection or division of people or things sharing a common characteristic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,1 ], "attribute, quality, or property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,10 ], "in a class by oneself or in a class of its own| unequalled; unparalleled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,2 ], "a group of persons sharing a similar social position and certain economic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,2 ], "political, and cultural characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,3 ], "(in Marxist theory) a group of persons sharing the same relationship to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,3 ], "means of production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,3,1 ], "a group of pupils or students who are taught and study together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,3,1 ], "economic status, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,3,1 ], "the pattern of divisions that exist within a society on the basis of rank," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,3,2 ], "a meeting of a group of students for tuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,4 ], "a group of students who graduated in a specified year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,5 ], "a grade of attainment in a university honours degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,6 ], "one of several standards of accommodation in public transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,7 ], "excellence or elegance, esp| in dress, design, or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,7,1 ], "outstanding speed and stamina in a racehorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,8 ], "Chordata" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,8 ], "any of the taxonomic groups into which a phylum is divided and which contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,8 ], "one or more orders| Amphibia, Reptilia, and Mammalia are three classes of phylum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,1,9 ], "another name for set ,2,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class",1,2,1 ], "to have or assign a place within a group, grade, or class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class-conscious",1,1,1 ], "aware of belonging to a particular social rank or grade, esp| in being hostile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class-conscious",1,1,1 ], "or proud because of class distinctions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classic blues",1,1,1 ], "a type of city blues performed by a female singer accompanied by a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic blues",1,1,1 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,1,1 ], "of the highest class, esp| in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,1,2 ], "serving as a standard or model of its kind; definitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,1,3 ], "adhering to an established set of rules or principles in the arts or sciences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,1,4 ], "characterized by simplicity, balance, regularity, and purity of form;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,1,4 ], "classical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,1,5 ], "of lasting interest or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,1,6 ], "continuously in fashion because of its simple and basic style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,2,1 ], "an author, artist, or work of art of the highest excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,2,2 ], "a creation or work considered as definitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,2,2,1 ], "any of the five principal races for three-year-old horses in Britain, namely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,2,2,1 ], "the One Thousand Guineas, Two Thousand Guineas, Derby, Oaks, and Saint Leger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classic",1,2,2,2 ], "a race equivalent to any of these in other countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classical college",1,1,1 ], "(in Quebec) a college offering a programme that emphasizes the classics and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classical college",1,1,1 ], "leads to university entrance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classical conditioning",1,1,1 ], "by the first stimulus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "classical conditioning",1,1,1 ], "stimulus alone eventually will elicit a response that could originally be produced only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classical conditioning",1,1,1 ], "the process of altering behaviour by pairing two stimuli so that the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 1],"civilization, esp| in the period of their ascendancy",2). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or characteristic of the ancient Greeks and Romans or their",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or denoting any music or its period of composition marked by",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"stability of form, intellectualism, and restraint",2). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"accepted as a standard",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 2, 3],"denoting serious art music in general",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 2],"designating, following, or influenced by the art or culture of ancient Greece",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 2],"or Rome",2). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 3],"18th and early 19th centuries| This period is marked by the establishment, esp| by",2). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 3],"Haydn and Mozart, of sonata form",3). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 3],"of or relating to a style of music composed, esp| at Vienna, during the late",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 4],"denoting or relating to a style in any of the arts characterized by emotional",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 4],"restraint and conservatism",2). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 5],"well versed in the art and literature of ancient Greece and Rome",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"not involving the quantum theory or the theory of relativity",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"obeying the laws of Newtonian mechanics or 19th-century physics",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 6],"(of an education) based on the humanities and the study of Latin and Greek",1). c_DEF([ "classical" ,1, 1, 7],"another word for classic ,1,4",1). c_DEF([ "classicism",1,1,1 ], "Europe; the antithesis of romanticism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "classicism",1,1,1 ], "a style based on the study of Greek and Roman models, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicism",1,1,1 ], "emotional restraint and regularity of form, associated esp| with the 18th century in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classicism",1,1,2 ], "knowledge or study of the culture of ancient Greece and Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicism",1,1,2,1 ], "a Greek or Latin form or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicism",1,1,2,2 ], "Greek or Latin form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classicism",1,1,2,2 ], "an expression in a modern language, such as English, that is modelled on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicist",1,1,1,1 ], "a student of ancient Latin and Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicist",1,1,1,2 ], "a person who advocates the study of ancient Latin and Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicist",1,1,2 ], "an adherent of classicism in literature or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicize",1,1,1 ], "to make classic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classicize",1,2,1 ], "to imitate classical style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classics",1,1,1 ], "a body of literature regarded as great or lasting, esp| that of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classics",1,1,1 ], "or Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classics",1,1,2 ], "the ancient Greek and Latin languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classification schedule",1,1,1 ], "the printed scheme of a system of classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,1 ], "systematic placement in categories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,2 ], "one of the divisions in a system of classifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,2,1 ], "class, order, family, genus, and species" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,2,1 ], "groups because of similarities in structure, origin, etc|, that indicate a common" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,2,1 ], "relationship| The major groups are kingdom, phylum (in animals) or division (in plants)," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,2,1 ], "the placing of animals and plants in a series of increasingly specialized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,2,2 ], "the study of the principles and practice of this process; taxonomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,3 ], "people outside a restricted group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classification",1,1,3 ], "the designation of an item of information as being secret and not available to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,1 ], "arranged according to some system of classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,2 ], "(of information) not available to people outside a restricted group, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,2 ], "reasons of national security" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,3 ], "(of information) closely concealed or secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,4 ], "(of advertisements in newspapers, etc|) arranged according to type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,5 ], "(of newspapers) containing sports results, esp| football results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,6 ], "(of British roads) having a number in the national road system| If the number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,6 ], "and if by a B it is a secondary road" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "classified",1,1,6 ], "is preceded by an M the road is a motorway, if by an A it is a first-class road," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to arrange or order by classes; categorize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classify",1,1,2 ], "therefore not available to people outside a restricted group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "classify",1,1,2 ], "to declare (information, documents, etc|) of possible aid to an enemy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classis",1,1,1 ], "(in some Reformed Churches) a governing body of elders or pastors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classis",1,1,2 ], "the district or group of local churches directed by such a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classless",1,1,1 ], "not belonging to or forming a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classless",1,1,2 ], "characterized by the absence of economic and social distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classmate",1,1,1 ], "a friend or contemporary of the same class in a school, college, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which classes are conducted, esp| in a school or college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classy",1,1,1 ], "classier, classiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "classy",1,1,2 ], "elegant; stylish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class|",1,1,1 ], "classic(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class|",1,1,2 ], "classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "class|",1,1,3 ], "classified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clastic",1,1,1 ], "(of sediments, rocks, etc|) composed of fragments of pre-existing rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clastic",1,1,2 ], "dividing into parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clastic",1,1,3 ], "able to be dismantled for study or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clathrate",1,1,1 ], "resembling a net or lattice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clathrate",1,2,1 ], "a solid compound in which molecules of one substance are physically trapped in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clathrate",1,2,1 ], "the crystal lattice of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clatter",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a rattling noise, esp| as a result of movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clatter",1,2,1 ], "to chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clatter",1,3,1 ], "to box the ears of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clatter",1,4,1 ], "a rattling sound or noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clatter",1,4,2 ], "a noisy commotion, such as one caused by loud chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claudication",1,1,1 ], "limping; lameness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claudication",1,1,2 ], "short for intermittent claudication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clause",1,1,1 ], "a group of words, consisting of a subject and a predicate including a finite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clause",1,1,1 ], "verb, that does not necessarily constitute a sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clause",1,1,2 ], "a section of a legal document such as a contract, will, or statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claustral",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of cloistral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claustrophobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal fear of being closed in or of being in a confined space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a club with the thicker end uppermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clave",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of hardwood sticks struck together to make a hollow sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clave",2,1,1 ], "a past tense of cleave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claver",1,1,1 ], "to talk idly; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavicembalo",1,1,1 ], "another name for harpsichord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavichord",1,1,1 ], "a keyboard instrument consisting of a number of thin wire strings struck from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavichord",1,1,1 ], "below by brass tangents| The instrument is noted for its delicate tones, since the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clavichord",1,1,1 ], "tangents do not rebound from the string until the key is released" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clavicle",1,1,1 ], "either of the two bones connecting the shoulder blades with the upper part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavicle",1,1,1 ], "the breastbone| Nontechnical name: collarbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clavicle",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding structure in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavicorn",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the group Clavicornia, including the ladybirds, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavicorn",1,1,1 ], "club-shaped antennae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clavicorn",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Clavicornia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavier",1,1,1,1 ], "any keyboard instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clavier",1,1,1,2 ], "the keyboard itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claviform",1,1,1 ], "another word for clavate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw back" ,1, 1, 1],"to get back (something) with difficulty",1). c_DEF([ "claw back" ,1, 1, 2],"to recover (a part of a tax, duty, etc|) in the form of an allowance",1). c_DEF([ "claw back" ,1, 2, 1],"claw",1). c_DEF([ "claw back" ,1, 2, 2],"the recovery of part of a tax, etc|, in the form of an allowance",1). c_DEF([ "claw back" ,1, 2, 3],"the sum so recovered",1). c_DEF([ "claw hammer",1,1,1 ], "a hammer with a cleft at one end of the head for extracting nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw hatchet",1,1,1 ], "a hatchet with a claw at one end of its head for extracting nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw off",1,1,1 ], "to avoid the dangers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw off",1,1,2 ], "(a lee shore or other hazard) by beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw setting",1,1,1 ], "a jewellery setting with clawlike prongs| U|S| equivalent: Tiffany setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw",1,1,1 ], "a curved pointed horny process on the end of each digit in birds, some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw",1,1,1 ], "reptiles, and certain mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "claw",1,1,2 ], "a corresponding structure in some invertebrates, such as the pincer of a crab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw",1,1,3 ], "a part or member like a claw in function or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw",1,1,4 ], "the narrow basal part of certain petals and sepals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw",1,2,1 ], "to scrape, tear, or dig (something or someone) with claws, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claw",1,3,1 ], "to create by scratching as with claws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clay mineral",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of minerals consisting of hydrated aluminium silicates: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clay mineral",1,1,1 ], "major constituents of clays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clay pigeon",1,1,1 ], "a disc of baked clay hurled into the air from a machine as a target to be shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clay pigeon",1,1,1 ], "at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clay pigeon",1,1,2 ], "a person in a defenceless position; sitting duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clay",1,1,1 ], "a very fine-grained material that consists of hydrated aluminium silicate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clay",1,1,1 ], "deposits| It becomes plastic when moist but hardens on heating and is used in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clay",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of bricks, cement, ceramics, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "clay",1,1,1 ], "quartz, and organic fragments and occurs as sedimentary rocks, soils, and other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clay",1,1,2 ], "earth or mud in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clay",1,1,3 ], "the material of the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clay",1,2,1 ], "to cover or mix with clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claybank",1,1,1,1 ], "a dull brownish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claybank",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claymore",1,1,1 ], "a large two-edged broadsword used formerly by Scottish Highlanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claypan",1,1,1 ], "a layer of stiff impervious clay situated just below the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claypan",1,1,1 ], "ground, which holds water after heavy rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "claystone",1,1,1 ], "a compact very fine-grained rock consisting of consolidated clay particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "claytonia",1,1,1 ], "Claytonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "claytonia",1,1,1 ], "any low-growing North American succulent portulacaceous plant of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean out",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by of or from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean out",1,1,2 ], "to remove (something)(from or away from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean out",1,1,3 ], "to leave (someone) with no money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean out",1,1,4 ], "to exhaust (stocks, goods, etc|) completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean up" ,1, 1, 1],"to rid (something) of dirt, filth, or other impurities",1). c_DEF([ "clean up" ,1, 1, 2],"to make (someone or something) orderly or presentable",1). c_DEF([ "clean up" ,1, 2, 1],"to rid (a place) of undesirable people or conditions",1). c_DEF([ "clean up" ,1, 2, 2],"to make (a great profit)",1). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,1 ], "without dirt or other impurities; unsoiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,10 ], "thorough or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,11 ], "dexterous or adroit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,12 ], "played fairly and without fouls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,13 ], "simple in design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,14 ], "causing little turbulence; streamlined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,15 ], "(of an aircraft) having no projections, such as rockets, flaps, etc|, into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,15 ], "airstream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,16 ], "honourable or respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,17 ], "habitually neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,18 ], "(esp| of a driving licence) showing or having no record of offences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,18,1 ], "innocent; not guilty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,18,2 ], "not carrying illegal drugs, weapons, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,19 ], "(of a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,19,1 ], "(of persons)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,19,1 ], "having its bottom clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,19,2 ], "having a satisfactory bill of health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,2 ], "without anything in it or on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,20 ], "free from ceremonial defilement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,20,2 ], "(of animals, birds, and fish) lawful to eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,21 ], "morally and spiritually pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,3 ], "without extraneous or foreign materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,4 ], "without defect, difficulties, or problems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,4,1 ], "(of a nuclear weapon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,5 ], "producing little or no radioactive fall-out or contamination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,5,2 ], "uncontaminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,6 ], "(of a wound, etc|) having no pus or other sign of infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,7 ], "pure; morally sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,8 ], "without objectionable language or obscenity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,1,9 ], "(of printer''s proofs, etc|) relatively free from errors; easily readable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,2,1 ], "to make or become free of dirt, filth, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,2,2 ], "to remove in making clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,3,1 ], "to prepare (fish, poultry, etc|) for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,4,1 ], "in a clean way; cleanly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,4,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,4,3 ], "clean bowled| Cricket| bowled by a ball that breaks the wicket without hitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,4,3 ], "the batsman or his bat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,4,4 ], "come clean| Informal| to make a revelation or confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of cleaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean-cut",1,1,1 ], "clearly outlined; neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean-cut",1,1,2 ], "definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean-limbed",1,1,1 ], "having well-proportioned limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clean-shaven",1,1,1 ], "(of men) having the facial hair shaved off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleaner",1,1,1 ], "a person, device, chemical agent, etc|, that removes dirt, as from clothes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleaner",1,1,1 ], "carpets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleaner",1,1,2 ], "a shop, etc| that provides a dry-cleaning service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanly",1,1,1 ], "in a fair manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanly",1,1,2 ], "easily or smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanly",1,2,1 ], "habitually clean or neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanse",1,1,1 ], "to remove dirt, filth, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanse",1,1,2 ], "to remove guilt from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanse",1,1,3 ], "to cure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanser",1,1,1 ], "a cleansing agent, such as a detergent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanskin",1,1,1 ], "an unbranded animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleanskin",1,1,2 ], "a person without a criminal record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear away",1,1,1 ], "to remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear away",1,1,2 ], "(objects) from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear away",1,1,3 ], "(the table) after a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear off",1,1,1 ], "to go away: often used imperatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear out",1,1,1 ], "to go away: often used imperatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear out",1,2,1 ], "to remove and sort the contents of (a room, container, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear out",1,3,1 ], "to leave (someone) with no money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear out",1,4,1 ], "to exhaust (stocks, goods, etc|) completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear up",1,1,1 ], "to explain or solve (a mystery, misunderstanding, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear up",1,1,2 ], "to put (a place or thing that is disordered) in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear up",1,2,1 ], "(of the weather) to become brighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,1,1 ], "free from darkness or obscurity; bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,1,2 ], "(of weather) free from dullness or clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,1,3 ], "transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,1,4 ], "even and pure in tone or colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,1,5 ], "without discoloration, blemish, or defect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,1,6 ], "easy to see or hear; distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,1,7 ], "free from doubt or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,10,1 ], "to rid of objects, obstructions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,11,1 ], "to make or form (a path, way, etc|) by removing obstructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,12,1 ], "or guilt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,12,1 ], "to free or remove (a person or thing) from something, as of suspicion, blame," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,13,1 ], "to move or pass by or over without contact or involvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,14,1 ], "to rid (the throat) of phlegm or obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,15,1 ], "to make or gain (money) as profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,16,1 ], "to discharge or settle (a debt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,17,1 ], "to free (a debtor) from obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,18,1 ], "(of a cheque) to pass through one's bank and be charged against one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,18,1 ], "account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,18,2 ], "to settle accounts by exchanging (commercial documents) in a clearing house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,18,3 ], "depart, etc|, after fulfilling the customs and other requirements, or (of ships, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,18,3 ], "to be permitted to unload, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,18,3 ], "to permit (ships, aircraft, cargo, passengers, etc|) to unload, disembark," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,18,4 ], "to obtain or give (clearance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,19,1 ], "to obtain clearance from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,1 ], "certain in the mind; sure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,10 ], "emptied of freight or cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,11 ], "(of timber) having a smooth, unblemished surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,12 ], "(of a message, etc|) not in code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,13 ], "denoting an (l) in whose articulation the main part of the tongue is brought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,13 ], "forward giving the sound of a front-vowel timbre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,14 ], "(of a round) ridden without any fences being knocked down or any points being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,14 ], "lost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,2 ], "evident or obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,3 ], "(of sounds or the voice) not harsh or hoarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,4 ], "serene; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,5 ], "without qualification or limitation; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,6 ], "free of suspicion, guilt, or blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,7 ], "free of obstruction; open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,8 ], "free from debt or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,2,9 ], "(of money, profits, etc|) without deduction; net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,20,1 ], "to make microscope specimens transparent by immersion in a fluid such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,20,1 ], "xylene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,21,1 ], "to permit (a person, company, etc|) to see or handle classified information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,22,1,1 ], "receipt at its destination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,22,1,1 ], "to achieve transmission of (a signalled message) and acknowledgment of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,22,1,2 ], "to decode (a message, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,23,1 ], "to hit, kick, carry, or throw (the ball) out of the defence area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,24,1 ], "that usually indicate zero" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,24,1 ], "to remove data from a storage device and replace it with particular characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,24,2 ], "clear the air| to dispel tension, confusion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,24,3 ], "clear the decks| to make ready so as to take action, fight, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,3,1 ], "in a clear or distinct manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,3,2 ], "completely or utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,4,1 ], "not in contact (with); free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,5,1 ], "a clear space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,5,2 ], "another word for clearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,5,3 ], "in the clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,5,3,1 ], "free of suspicion, guilt, or blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,5,3,2 ], "Sport| able to receive a pass without being tackled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,6,1 ], "to make or become free from darkness, obscurity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,7,1,1 ], "(of the weather)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,7,2 ], "to become free from dullness, fog, rain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,7,2,2 ], "(of mist, fog, etc|) to disappear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,8,1 ], "to free from impurity or blemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear",1,9,1 ], "to free from doubt or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear-cut",1,1,1 ], "definite; not vague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear-cut",1,1,2 ], "clearly outlined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear-eyed",1,1,1 ], "discerning; perceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear-eyed",1,1,2 ], "having clear eyes or sharp vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear-headed",1,1,1 ], "mentally alert; sensible; judicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear-sighted",1,1,1 ], "involving accurate perception or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clear-sighted",1,1,2 ], "having clear vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,1,1 ], "the process or an instance of clearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,2 ], "space between two parts in motion or in relative motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,3 ], "permission for an aircraft, ship, passengers, etc|, to proceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,4 ], "the exchange of commercial documents drawn on the members of a clearing house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,4,1 ], "football" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,4,1 ], "the act of hitting or kicking a ball out of the defensive area, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,4,1 ], "the disposal of merchandise at reduced prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,4,2 ], "an instance of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearance",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for clearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearcole",1,1,1 ], "a type of size containing whiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearcole",1,2,1 ], "to paint (a wall, etc|) with this size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearing bank",1,1,1 ], "any bank that makes use of the central clearing house in London for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearing bank",1,1,1 ], "transfer of credits and cheques between banks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clearing house",1,1,1 ], "an institution where cheques and other commercial papers drawn on member banks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearing house",1,1,1 ], "are cancelled against each other so that only net balances are payable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clearing house",1,1,2 ], "a central agency for the collection and distribution of information or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearing house",1,1,2 ], "materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clearing",1,1,1 ], "an area with few or no trees or shrubs in wooded or overgrown land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearstory",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of clerestory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearway",1,1,1 ], "a stretch of road on which motorists may stop only in an emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearwing",1,1,1 ], "any moth of the family Sesiidae (or Aegeriidae), characterized by the absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clearwing",1,1,1 ], "of scales from the greater part of the wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,1 ], "a wedge-shaped block, usually of wood, attached to a structure to act as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,1 ], "support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,2 ], "a device consisting of two hornlike prongs projecting horizontally in opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,2 ], "directions from a central base, used for securing lines on vessels, wharves, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,3 ], "a short length of angle iron used as a bracket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,4 ], "a piece of metal, leather, etc|, attached to the sole of a shoe to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,4 ], "wear or slipping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,5 ], "a small triangular-shaped nail used in glazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,1,6 ], "any of the main cleavage planes in a coal seam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,2,1 ], "to supply or support with a cleat or cleats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleat",1,2,2 ], "to secure (a line) on a cleat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,1 ], "dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,1 ], "the separation between a woman's breasts, esp| as revealed by a low-cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,2 ], "a division or split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,3 ], "(of crystals) the act of splitting or the tendency to split along definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,3 ], "planes so as to yield smooth surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,4 ], "morula), which later becomes hollow (a blastula)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,4 ], "the repeated division of a fertilized ovum into a solid ball of cells (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,5 ], "radicals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleavage",1,1,5 ], "the breaking of a chemical bond in a molecule to give smaller molecules or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleave" ,1, 1, 0],"PL",1). c_DEF([ "cleave" ,1, 1, 1],"cloven",1). c_DEF([ "cleave" ,1, 1, 2],"to split or cause to split, esp| along a natural weakness",1). c_DEF([ "cleave" ,1, 1, 3],"(tr|) to make by or as if by cutting",1). c_DEF([ "cleave" ,1, 1, 4],"(when intr|, foll| by through) to penetrate or traverse",1). c_DEF([ "cleave",2,1,1 ], "to cling or adhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleaver",1,1,1 ], "a heavy knife or long-bladed hatchet, esp| one used by butchers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleavers",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing|) a Eurasian rubiaceous plant, Galium aparine, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleavers",1,1,1 ], "small white flowers and prickly stems and fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleck",1,1,1 ], "(of birds) to hatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleck",1,1,2 ], "to lay or hatch (a plot or scheme)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleck",2,1,1 ], "to gossip (about); tell (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleck",2,2,1 ], "a piece of gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleek",1,1,1 ], "a club, a long-shafted iron (No| 1) used for long low shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleek",1,1,2 ], "a large hook, such as one used to land fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clef",1,1,1 ], "indicating the pitch of the music written after it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clef",1,1,1 ], "one of several symbols placed on the left-hand side beginning of each stave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleft palate",1,1,1 ], "a congenital crack or fissure in the midline of the hard palate, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleft palate",1,1,1 ], "associated with a harelip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleft",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or a past participle of cleave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleft",1,2,1 ], "a fissure or crevice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleft",1,2,2 ], "an indentation or split in something, such as the chin, palate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleft",1,3,1 ], "split; divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleft",1,3,2 ], "(of leaves) having one or more incisions reaching nearly to the midrib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleg",1,1,1 ], "another name for a horsefly, esp| one of the genus Haematopota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleidoic egg",1,1,1 ], "the egg of birds and insects, which is enclosed in a protective shell limiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleidoic egg",1,1,1 ], "the exchange of water, gases, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleistogamy",1,1,1 ], "self-pollination and fertilization of an unopened flower, as in the violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clem" ,1, 1, 1],"to be hungry or cause to be hungry",1). c_DEF([ "clematis",1,1,1 ], "Clematis, having plumelike fruits| Many species are cultivated for their large colourful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clematis",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate ranunculaceous climbing plant or erect shrub of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clematis",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clemency",1,1,1 ], "mercy or leniency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clemency",1,1,2 ], "mildness, esp| of the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clement",1,1,1 ], "merciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clement",1,1,2 ], "(of the weather) mild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clementine",1,1,1 ], "a citrus fruit thought to be either a variety of tangerine or a hybrid between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clementine",1,1,1 ], "a tangerine and sweet orange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clench",1,1,1 ], "to close or squeeze together (the teeth, a fist, etc|) tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clench",1,1,2 ], "to grasp or grip firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clench",1,2,1 ], "a firm grasp or grip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clench",1,2,2 ], "a device that grasps or grips, such as a clamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clench",1,4,1 ], "another word for clinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleome",1,1,1 ], "Cleome, esp| C| spinosa, cultivated for their clusters of white or purplish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleome",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous or shrubby plant of the mostly tropical capparidaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleome",1,1,1 ], "with long stamens" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clepe" ,1, 1, 1],"(tr|) Archaic| to call by the name of",1). c_DEF([ "clepsydra",1,1,1 ], "an ancient device for measuring time by the flow of water or mercury through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clepsydra",1,1,1 ], "small aperture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleptomania",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kleptomania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerestory",1,1,1 ], "a row of windows in the upper part of the wall of a church that divides the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerestory",1,1,1 ], "nave from the aisle, set above the aisle roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clerestory",1,1,2 ], "the part of the wall in which these windows are set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clergy",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clergy",1,1,1 ], "the collective body of men and women ordained as ministers of the Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clergyman",1,1,1 ], "a member of the clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleric",1,1,1 ], "a member of the clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerical collar",1,1,1 ], "a stiff white collar with no opening at the front that buttons at the back of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerical collar",1,1,1 ], "dog collar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clerical collar",1,1,1 ], "the neck; the distinctive mark of the clergy in certain Churches| Informal name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clerical",1,1,1 ], "relating to or associated with the clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to office clerks or their work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerical",1,1,3 ], "supporting or advocating clericalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clericalism",1,1,1 ], "a policy of upholding the power of the clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clericalism",1,1,2 ], "the power of the clergy esp| when excessively strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clericals",1,1,1 ], "the distinctive dress of a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerihew",1,1,1 ], "a form of comic or satiric verse, consisting of two couplets of metrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerihew",1,1,1 ], "irregular lines, containing the name of a well-known person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clerk of the works",1,1,1 ], "an employee who supervises building work in progress or the upkeep of existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk of the works",1,1,1 ], "buildings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,1 ], "a worker, esp| in an office, who keeps records, files, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,2 ], "clerk to the justices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,3 ], "(in England) a legally qualified person who sits in court with lay justices to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,3 ], "advise them on points of law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,4 ], "an employee of a court, legislature, board, corporation, etc|, who keeps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,4 ], "records and accounts, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,5 ], "a senior official of the House of Commons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,6 ], "a cleric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,7 ], "short for salesclerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,8 ], "a hotel receptionist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,1,9 ], "a scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerk",1,2,1 ], "to serve as a clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerkess",1,1,1 ], "a female office clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerkly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerkly",1,1,2 ], "of or like a clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerkly",1,1,3 ], "learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clerkly",1,2,1 ], "in the manner of a clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleruchy",1,1,1 ], "(cleruchs) retained their Athenian citizenship and the community remained a political" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cleruchy",1,1,1 ], "(in the ancient world) a special type of Athenian colony, in which settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cleruchy",1,1,1 ], "dependency of Athens" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cleveite",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline variety of the mineral uranitite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clever Dick",1,1,1 ], "a person considered to have an unwarrantably high opinion of his own ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clever Dick",1,1,1 ], "or knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clever",1,1,1 ], "displaying sharp intelligence or mental alertness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clever",1,1,2 ], "adroit or dexterous, esp| with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clever",1,1,3 ], "smart in a superficial way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clever",1,1,4 ], "sly; cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clever",1,1,5 ], "healthy; fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clever-clever",1,1,1 ], "clever in a showy manner; artful; over-clever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clevis",1,1,1 ], "a coupling device for attaching a drawbar to a plough or similar implement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew line",1,1,1 ], "any of several lines fastened to the clews of a square sail and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew line",1,1,1 ], "furling it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clew up",1,1,1 ], "to furl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew up",1,1,2 ], "(a square sail) by gathering its clews up to the yard by means of clew lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew",1,1,1 ], "a ball of thread, yarn, or twine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew",1,1,2 ], "either of the lower corners of a square sail or the after lower corner of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew",1,1,2 ], "fore-and-aft sail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clew",1,1,3 ], "the rigging of a hammock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew",1,1,4 ], "a rare variant of clue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clew",1,2,1 ], "to coil or roll into a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clianthus",1,1,1 ], "any Australian plant of the leguminous genus Clianthus, with ornamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clianthus",1,1,1 ], "clusters of slender scarlet flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clich",1,1,1 ], "a word or expression that has lost much of its force through overexposure, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clich",1,1,1 ], "for example the phrase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clich",1,1,2 ], "an idea, action, or habit that has become trite from overuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clich",1,1,3 ], "a stereotype or electrotype plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click beetle",1,1,1 ], "any beetles of the family Elateridae, having the ability to right themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click beetle",1,1,1 ], "with a snapping movement when placed on their backs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,1,1 ], "a short light often metallic sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,1,1,1 ], "the locking member of a rachet mechanism, such as a pawl or detent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,1,1,2 ], "the movement of such a mechanism between successive locking positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,1,2 ], "Bantu languages, that are produced by the suction of air into the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,1,2 ], "any of various stop consonants, found in Khoisan and as borrowings in southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make a clicking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,3,1 ], "to be a great success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,4,1 ], "to become suddenly clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "click",1,5,1 ], "to go or fit together with ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clicker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that clicks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clicker",1,1,2 ], "a foreman in a shoe factory or printing works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "client",1,1,1 ], "a person, company, etc|, that seeks the advice of a professional man or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "client",1,1,2 ], "a customer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "client",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) a person who is receiving aid from a welfare agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "client",1,1,4 ], "a person depending on another's patronage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clientele",1,1,1 ], "customers or clients collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cliff swallow",1,1,1 ], "an American swallow, Petrochelidon pyrrhonota, that has a square-tipped tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cliff swallow",1,1,1 ], "and builds nests of mud on cliffs, walls, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cliff",1,1,1 ], "a steep high rock face, esp| one that runs along the seashore and has the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cliff",1,1,1 ], "strata exposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cliffhanger",1,1,1,1 ], "a situation of imminent disaster usually occurring at the end of each episode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cliffhanger",1,1,1,1 ], "of a serialized film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cliffhanger",1,1,1,2 ], "the serialized film itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cliffhanger",1,1,2 ], "a situation that is dramatic or uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climacteric",1,1,1 ], "a critical event or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climacteric",1,1,2 ], "another name for menopause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climacteric",1,1,3 ], "characterized by diminished sexual activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "climacteric",1,1,3 ], "the period in the life of a man corresponding to the menopause, chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climacteric",1,2,1 ], "also climacterical " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climacteric",1,2,2 ], "involving a crucial event or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climactic",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, involving, or causing a climax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climate" ,1, 1, 1],"position relative to oceans or continents, altitude, etc",2). c_DEF([ "climate" ,1, 1, 1],"the long-term prevalent weather conditions of an area, determined by latitude,",1). c_DEF([ "climate" ,1, 1, 2],"an area having a particular kind of climate",1). c_DEF([ "climate" ,1, 1, 3],"a prevailing trend or current of feeling",1). c_DEF([ "climatology",1,1,1 ], "the study of climates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,1,1 ], "the most intense or highest point of an experience or of a series of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,1,2 ], "a decisive moment in a dramatic or other work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,1,3 ], "a rhetorical device by which a series of sentences, clauses, or phrases are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,1,3 ], "arranged in order of increasing intensity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,1,4 ], "the stage in the development of a community during which it remains stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,1,4 ], "under the prevailing environmental conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,1,5 ], "(esp| in referring to women) another word for orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climax",1,2,1 ], "to reach or bring to a climax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb down" ,1, 1, 1],"to descend",1). c_DEF([ "climb down" ,1, 1, 2],"(often foll| by from) to retreat (from an opinion, position, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,1 ], "to go up or ascend (stairs, a mountain, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by along) to progress with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,3 ], "to rise to a higher point or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,4 ], "to incline or slope upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,5 ], "to ascend in social position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,6 ], "(of plants) to grow upwards by twining, using tendrils or suckers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,7 ], "(foll| by into) to put (on) or get (into)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,1,8 ], "to be a climber or mountaineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,2,1 ], "the act of climbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climb",1,2,2 ], "a place or thing to be climbed, esp| a route in mountaineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climber",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that climbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climber",1,1,2 ], "a plant that lacks rigidity and grows upwards by twining, scrambling, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climber",1,1,2 ], "clinging with tendrils and suckers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "climber",1,1,3 ], "short for social climber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climbing fish",1,1,1 ], "an Asian labyrinth fish, Anabas testudineus, that resembles a perch and can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climbing fish",1,1,1 ], "travel over land on its spiny gill covers and pectoral fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "climbing frame",1,1,1 ], "a structure of wood or metal tubing used by children for climbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "climbing irons",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "climbing irons",1,1,1 ], "spiked steel frames worn on the feet to assist in climbing trees, ice-slopes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clime",1,1,1 ], "a region or its climate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinandrium",1,1,1 ], "a cavity in the upper part of the column of an orchid flower that contains the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinandrium",1,1,1 ], "anthers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,1,1 ], "to secure a driven nail, by bending the protruding point over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,2,1 ], "to hold together in such a manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,3,1 ], "to settle something, such as an argument, bargain, etc|, in a definite way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,4,1 ], "to fasten by means of a clinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,5,1 ], "to engage in a clinch, as in boxing or wrestling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,1 ], "the act of clinching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,1,1 ], "a nail with its point bent over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,1,2 ], "the part of such a nail, etc|, that has been bent over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,2 ], "an act or an instance in which one or both competitors hold on to the other to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,2 ], "avoid punches, regain wind, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,3 ], "a lovers' embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,4 ], "(for senses 1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 10): clench" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinch",1,6,4 ], "a loop or eye formed in a line by seizing the end to the standing part|Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clincher",1,1,1 ], "something decisive, such as fact, score, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clincher",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that clinches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cline",1,1,1 ], "a continuous variation in form between members of a species having a wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cline",1,1,1 ], "variable geographical or ecological range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cling",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(often foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cling",1,1,2 ], "to hold fast or adhere closely (to something), as by gripping or sticking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cling",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by together) to remain in contact (with each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cling",1,1,4 ], "to be or remain physically or emotionally close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cling",1,2,1 ], "the tendency of cotton fibres in a sample to stick to each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cling",1,2,2 ], "diarrhoea or scouring in animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cling",1,2,3 ], "short for clingstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clingfish",1,1,1 ], "any small marine teleost fish of the family Gobiesocidae, having a flattened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clingfish",1,1,1 ], "elongated body with a sucking disc beneath the head for clinging to rocks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinging vine",1,1,1 ], "a woman who displays excessive emotional dependence on a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clingstone",1,1,1,1 ], "a fruit, such as certain peaches, in which the flesh tends to adhere to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clingstone",1,1,1,1 ], "stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clingstone",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,1 ], "a place in which outpatients are given medical treatment or advice, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,1 ], "connected to a hospital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,2 ], "a similar place staffed by physicians or surgeons specializing in one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,2 ], "specific areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,3 ], "a private hospital or nursing home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,4 ], "the teaching of medicine to students at the bedside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,5 ], "a place where medical lectures are given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,6 ], "a clinical lecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinic",1,1,7 ], "a group or centre that offers advice or instruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinical thermometer",1,1,1 ], "a finely calibrated thermometer for determining the temperature of the body," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinical thermometer",1,1,1 ], "usually placed under the tongue or in the rectum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a clinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinical",1,1,2 ], "observation and treatment of patients directly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the bedside of a patient, the course of his disease, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinical",1,1,3 ], "scientifically detached; strictly objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinical",1,1,4 ], "plain, simple, and usually unattractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinician",1,1,1 ], "a physician, psychiatrist, etc|, who specializes in clinical work as opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinician",1,1,1 ], "to one engaged in laboratory or experimental studies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clink",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a light and sharply ringing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clink",1,2,1 ], "to rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clink",1,3,1 ], "a light and sharply ringing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clink",1,3,2 ], "a rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clink",1,3,3 ], "a pointed steel tool used for breaking up the surface of a road before it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clink",1,3,3 ], "repaired" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clink",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinker",1,1,1 ], "the ash and partially fused residues from a coal-fired furnace or fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinker",1,1,2 ], "a hard brick used as a paving stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinker",1,1,3 ], "a partially vitrified brick or mass of brick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinker",1,1,4 ], "a mistake or fault, esp| a wrong note in music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinker",1,2,1 ], "to form clinker during burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinker-built",1,1,1 ], "(of a boat or ship) having a hull constructed with each plank overlapping that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinker-built",1,1,1 ], "below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinkstone",1,1,1 ], "a variety of phonolite that makes a metallic sound when struck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clino-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a slope or inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used in surveying for measuring an angle of inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinostat",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for studying tropisms in plants, usually a rotating disc to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinostat",1,1,1 ], "the plant is attached so that it receives an equal stimulus on all sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clinquant",1,1,1 ], "glittering, esp| with tinsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clinquant",1,2,1 ], "tinsel or imitation gold leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clintonia",1,1,1 ], "any temperate liliaceous plant of the genus Clintonia, having white," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clintonia",1,1,1 ], "greenish-yellow, or purplish flowers, broad ribbed leaves, and blue berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clip joint",1,1,1 ], "a place, such as a nightclub or restaurant, in which customers are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip joint",1,1,1 ], "overcharged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 1, 1],"any of various small implements used to hold loose articles together or to",1). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 1, 1],"attach one article to another",2). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 1, 2],"an article of jewellery that can be clipped onto a dress, hat, etc",1). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 1, 3],"short for ,paperclip or ,cartridge clip",1). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 1, 4],"hoof",2). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 1, 4],"the pointed flange on a horseshoe that secures it to the front part of the",1). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 1, 5],"an embrace or hug",1). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 3, 1],"to hold together tightly, as with a clip",1). c_DEF([ "clip" ,2, 3, 2],"to embrace",1). c_DEF([ "clip",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to cut, snip, or trim with or as if with scissors or shears, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,1,1 ], "in order to shorten or remove a part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,1,2 ], "to punch (a hole) in something, esp| a ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,1,3 ], "to curtail or cut short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,1,4 ], "to move a short section from (a film, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,1,5 ], "to shorten (a word)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,2,1 ], "to trot or move rapidly, esp| over a long distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,2,2 ], "to strike with a sharp, often slanting, blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,2,3 ], "to defraud or swindle, esp| by overcharging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,2,4 ], "clip wings| to restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,2,5 ], "(someone''s) freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,3,1 ], "the act or process of clipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,3,2 ], "something clipped off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,3,3 ], "a short extract from a film, newspaper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,3,4 ], "a sharp, often slanting, blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,3,5 ], "speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,3,6 ], "the total quantity of wool shorn, as in one place, season, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip",1,3,7 ], "another word for clipped form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip-clop",1,1,1 ], "the sound made by a horse's hooves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clip-fed",1,1,1 ], "(of an automatic firearm) loaded from a cartridge clip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipboard",1,1,1 ], "a portable writing board with a spring clip at the top for holding paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipped form",1,1,1 ], "a shortened form of a word, as for example doc for doctor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipper",1,1,1 ], "any fast sailing ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipper",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that cuts or clips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipper",1,1,3 ], "something, such as a horse or sled, that moves quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipper",1,1,4 ], "another word for limiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clippers",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool with two cutting blades for clipping fingernails, veneers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clippers",1,1,2 ], "a hairdresser's tool, operated either by hand or electrically, with one fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clippers",1,1,2 ], "and one reciprocating set of teeth for cutting short hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clippie",1,1,1 ], "a bus conductress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipping",1,1,1 ], "something cut out or trimmed off, esp| an article from a newspaper; cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clipping",1,2,1 ], "fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clique",1,1,1 ], "a small, exclusive group of friends or associates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clishmaclaver",1,1,1 ], "idle talk; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clitellum",1,1,1 ], "a thickened saddle-like region of epidermis in earthworms and leeches whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clitellum",1,1,1 ], "secretions bind copulating worms together and later form a cocoon around the eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clitic",1,1,1 ], "(of a word) incapable of being stressed, usually pronounced as if part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clitic",1,1,1 ], "pronouns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clitic",1,1,1 ], "word that follows or precedes it: for example, in French, me, te, and le are clitic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clitic",1,2,1 ], "a clitic word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clitoris",1,1,1 ], "a part of the female genitalia consisting of a small elongated highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clitoris",1,1,1 ], "sensitive erectile organ at the front of the vulva: homologous with the penis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloaca",1,1,1 ], "a cavity in the pelvic region of most vertebrates, except higher mammals, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloaca",1,1,1 ], "certain invertebrates, into which the alimentary canal and the genital and urinary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloaca",1,1,1 ], "ducts open" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cloaca",1,1,2 ], "a sewer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloak",1,1,1 ], "a wraplike outer garment fastened at the throat and falling straight from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloak",1,1,1 ], "shoulders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloak",1,1,2 ], "something that covers or conceals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloak",1,2,1 ], "to cover with or as if with a cloak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloak",1,2,2 ], "to hide or disguise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloak-and-dagger",1,1,1 ], "(modifier), characteristic of or concerned with intrigue and espionage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloakroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which hats, coats, luggage, etc|, may be temporarily deposited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloakroom",1,1,2 ], "a euphemistic word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clobber",1,1,1 ], "to beat or batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clobber",1,1,2 ], "to defeat utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clobber",1,1,3 ], "to criticize severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clobber",2,1,1 ], "personal belongings, such as clothes and accessories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clobber",3,1,1 ], "to paint over existing decoration on (pottery, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloche",1,1,1 ], "a bell-shaped cover used to protect young plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloche",1,1,2 ], "a woman's almost brimless close-fitting hat, typical of the 1920s and 1930s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock golf",1,1,1 ], "a putting game played on a circular area on a lawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock off",1,1,1 ], "on a card" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clock off",1,1,1 ], "to depart from work, esp| when it involves registering the time of departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock on",1,1,1 ], "card" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clock on",1,1,1 ], "to arrive at work, esp| when it involves registering the time of arrival on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock up",1,1,1 ], "to record or register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,1 ], "a timepiece, usually free-standing, hanging, or built into a tower, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,1 ], "mechanically or electrically driven pointers that move constantly over a dial showing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,1 ], "numbers of the hours" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,10 ], "put the clock back| to regress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,2 ], "any clocklike device for recording or measuring, such as a taximeter or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,2 ], "pressure gauge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,3 ], "the downy head of a dandelion that has gone to seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,4 ], "an electrical circuit which generates pulses at a predetermined rate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,4 ], "interval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,5 ], "short for time clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,6 ], "around or round the clock| all day and all night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,7 ], "(usually preceded by the) an informal word for speedometer or mileometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,8 ], "a slang word for face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,9 ], "against the clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,9,1 ], "under pressure, as to meet a deadline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,1,9,2 ], "(in certain sports, such as show jumping) timed by a stop clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,2,1 ], "and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,2,2 ], "to strike, esp| on the face or head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",1,3,1 ], "to record time as with a stopwatch, esp| in the calculation of speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock",2,1,1 ], "an ornamental design either woven in or embroidered on the side of a stocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock-watcher",1,1,1 ], "an employee who checks the time in anticipation of a break or of the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clock-watcher",1,1,1 ], "the working day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clockmaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or mends clocks, watches, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clockwise",1,2,1 ], "in the direction that the hands of a clock rotate; from top to bottom towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clockwise",1,2,1 ], "the right when seen from the front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clockwork",1,1,1 ], "the mechanism of a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clockwork",1,1,2 ], "any similar mechanism, as in a wind-up toy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clockwork",1,1,3 ], "like clockwork| with complete regularity and precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clod",1,1,1 ], "a lump of earth or clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clod",1,1,2 ], "earth, esp| when heavy or in hard lumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clod",1,1,3 ], "a dull or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clod",1,1,4 ], "a cut of beef taken from the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clodhopper",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy person; lout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clodhopper",1,1,2 ], "a large heavy shoe or boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,1,1 ], "to obstruct or become obstructed with thick or sticky matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,2,1 ], "to encumber; hinder; impede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,3,1 ], "to fasten a clog or impediment to (an animal, such as a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,4,1 ], "to adhere or stick in a mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,4,2 ], "(in soccer) to foul (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,5,1,1 ], "any of various wooden or wooden-soled shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,5,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,5,2 ], "a heavy block, esp| of wood, fastened to the leg of a person or animal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,5,2 ], "impede motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clog",1,5,3 ], "something that impedes motion or action; hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloisonn",1,1,1,1 ], "a design made by filling in with coloured enamel an outline of flattened wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloisonn",1,1,1,1 ], "put on edge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloisonn",1,1,1,2 ], "the method of doing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloisonn",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or made by cloisonne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloister",1,1,1 ], "a covered walk, usually around a quadrangle in a religious institution, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloister",1,1,1 ], "an open arcade or colonnade on the inside and a wall on the outside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloister",1,1,2 ], "a place of religious seclusion, such as a monastery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloister",1,1,3 ], "life in a monastery or convent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloister",1,2,1 ], "to confine or seclude in or as if in a monastery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloistered",1,1,1 ], "secluded or shut up from the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloistered",1,1,2 ], "living in a monastery or nunnery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloistered",1,1,3 ], "(of a building, courtyard, etc|) having or provided with a cloister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloistral",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or characteristic of a cloister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clomb",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of climb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clomp",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for clump 7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clone" ,1, 1, 1],"(kl$An, kl@@$un)",1). c_DEF([ "clone" ,1, 1, 2],"a group of organisms or cells of the same genetic constitution that are",1). c_DEF([ "clone" ,1, 1, 2],"descended from a common ancestor by asexual reproduction, as by cuttings, grafting, etc|,",2). c_DEF([ "clone" ,1, 1, 2],"in plants| ~vb",3). c_DEF([ "clone" ,1, 1, 3],"to produce or cause to produce a clone",1). c_DEF([ "clonk",1,1,1 ], "to make a loud dull thud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clonk",1,2,1 ], "to hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clonk",1,3,1 ], "a loud thudding sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clonus",1,1,1 ], "a type of convulsion characterized by rapid contraction and relaxation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clonus",1,1,1 ], "muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clop",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clop",1,1,1 ], "to make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clop",1,2,1 ], "a sound of this nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close call",1,1,1 ], "another expression for close shave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close company",1,1,1 ], "a company under the control of its directors or less than five independant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close company",1,1,1 ], "participants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "close down" ,1, 1, 1],"to cease or cause to cease operations",1). c_DEF([ "close harmony",1,1,1 ], "a type of singing in which all the parts except the bass lie close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close harmony",1,1,1 ], "and are confined to the compass of a tenth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "close in",1,1,1 ], "(of days) to become shorter with the approach of winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close in",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to advance (on) so as to encircle or surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close out",1,1,1 ], "to terminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close out",1,1,2 ], "(a client''s or other account) on which the margin is inadequate or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close out",1,1,2 ], "exhausted, usually by sale of securities to realize cash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "close quarters",1,1,1 ], "a narrow cramped space or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close quarters",1,1,2 ], "at close quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close quarters",1,1,2,1 ], "engaged in hand-to-hand combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close quarters",1,1,2,2 ], "in close proximity; very near together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close season",1,1,1 ], "the period of the year when it is prohibited to kill certain game or fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close shave",1,1,1 ], "a narrow escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close with",1,1,1 ], "to engage in battle with (an enemy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,1,1 ], "(kl@@$uz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,1,2 ], "to put or be put in such a position as to cover an opening; shut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,2,1 ], "to bar, obstruct, or fill up (an entrance, a hole, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,2,2 ], "to be brought together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,2,2 ], "to bring the parts or edges of (a wound, etc|) together or (of a wound, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,3,1 ], "to take hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,3,2 ], "to bring or be brought to an end; terminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,3,3 ], "(of agreements, deals, etc|) to complete or be completed successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,3,4 ], "to cease or cause to cease to render service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,4,1 ], "to have a value at the end of a day's trading, as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,4,2 ], "to complete an electrical circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,5,1 ], "to pass near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,6,1 ], "to enclose or shut in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,6,2 ], "close one's eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,6,2,1 ], "Euphemistic| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,6,2,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,1 ], "(kl@@$us) " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,10 ], "(of a style of play in football, hockey, etc|) characterized by short passes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,11 ], "confined or enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,12 ], "shut or shut tight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,13 ], "oppressive, heavy, or airless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,14 ], "strictly guarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,15 ], "neat or tight in fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,16 ], "secretive or reticent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,17 ], "miserly; not generous, esp| with money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,18 ], "(of money or credit) hard to obtain; scarce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,19 ], "restricted as to public admission or membership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,2 ], "near in space or time; in proximity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,20 ], "hidden or secluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,21 ], "restricted or prohibited as to the type of game or fish able to be taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,22 ], "denoting a vowel pronounced with the lips relatively close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,3 ], "having the parts near together; dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,4 ], "down or near to the surface; short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,5 ], "near in relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,6 ], "intimate or confidential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,7 ], "almost equal or even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,8 ], "not deviating or varying greatly from a model or standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,7,9 ], "careful, strict, or searching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,8,1 ], "(kl@@$us)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,8,2 ], "close to the wind| Nautical| sailing as nearly as possible towards the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,8,2 ], "direction from which the wind is blowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,8,3 ], "closely; tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,8,4 ], "near or in proximity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,1 ], "(kl@@$uz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,10 ], "a small quiet residential road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,11 ], "a field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,12 ], "(kl@@$us)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,13 ], "the precincts of a cathedral or similar building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,14 ], "(kl@@$uz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,15 ], "another word for cadence|A perfect cadence is called a full close, an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,15 ], "imperfect one a half close" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,16 ], "(kl@@$uz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,17 ], "an encounter in battle; grapple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,2 ], "the act of closing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,3 ], "the end or conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,4 ], "a place of joining or meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,5 ], "(kl@@$us)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,6 ], "private property, usually enclosed by a fence, hedge, or wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,7 ], "(kl@@$us)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,8 ], "a courtyard or quadrangle enclosed by buildings or an entry leading to such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,8 ], "courtyard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "close",1,9,9 ], "(kl@@$us)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close-fisted",1,1,1 ], "very careful with money; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close-grained",1,1,1 ], "(of wood) dense or compact in texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close-hauled",1,1,1 ], "with the sails flat, so as to sail as close to the wind as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close-knit",1,1,1 ], "closely united, esp| by social ties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close-lipped",1,1,1 ], "not talking or revealing much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close-stool",1,1,1 ], "a wooden stool containing a covered chamber pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "close-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a photograph taken at close range",1). c_DEF([ "close-up" ,1, 1, 2],"a detailed or intimate view or examination",1). c_DEF([ "close-up" ,1, 2, 1],"to shut entirely",1). c_DEF([ "close-up" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to draw together",1). c_DEF([ "close-up" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) (of wounds) to heal completely",1). c_DEF([ "close-up" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) (in filming) to move close to the subject of the action",1). c_DEF([ "closed book",1,1,1 ], "something deemed unknown or incapable of being understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed book",1,1,2 ], "a matter that has been finally concluded and admits of no further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed book",1,1,2 ], "consideration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed chain",1,1,1 ], "another name for ring ,1,18" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed circuit",1,1,1 ], "a complete electrical circuit through which current can flow when a voltage is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed circuit",1,1,1 ], "applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed corporation",1,1,1 ], "a corporation the stock of which is owned by a small number of persons and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed corporation",1,1,1 ], "rarely traded on the open market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed game",1,1,1 ], "a relatively complex game involving closed ranks and files and permitting only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed game",1,1,1 ], "nontactical positional manoeuvring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed primary",1,1,1 ], "a primary in which only members of a particular party may vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed scholarship",1,1,1 ], "a scholarship for which only certain people, such as those from a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed scholarship",1,1,1 ], "school or with a particular surname, are eligible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed sentence",1,1,1 ], "a formula that contains no free occurrence of any variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed shop",1,1,1 ], "an industrial establishment in which there exists a contract between a trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed shop",1,1,1 ], "union and the employer permitting the employment of the union's members only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,1 ], "blocked against entry; shut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,2 ], "restricted; exclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,3 ], "not open to question or debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,4 ], "(of a hunting season, etc|) close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,4,1 ], "(of a curve or surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,5 ], "completely enclosing an area or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,5,1 ], "denoting a syllable that ends in a consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,5,2 ], "(of a set) having members that can be produced by a specific operation on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,5,2 ], "another word for close (sense 33)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,5,2 ], "other members of the same set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed",1,1,6 ], "not open to public entry or membership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed-circuit television",1,1,1 ], "a television system in which signals are transmitted from the television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closed-circuit television",1,1,1 ], "camera to the receivers by cables or telephone links forming a closed circuit, as used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closed-circuit television",1,1,1 ], "in shops, hospitals, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "closet drama",1,1,1,1 ], "drama suitable for reading rather than performing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet drama",1,1,1,2 ], "a play of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet queen",1,1,1 ], "a man who is homosexual but does not admit the fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,1,1 ], "a small cupboard or recess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,1,2 ], "a small private room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,1,3 ], "short for water closet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,1,4 ], "private or secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,1,5 ], "suited or appropriate for use in private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,1,6 ], "based on or devoted to theory; speculative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,2,1 ], "meditation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closet",1,2,1 ], "to shut up or confine in a small private room, esp| for conference or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closing time",1,1,1 ], "the time at which pubs must legally stop selling alcoholic drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clostridium",1,1,1 ], "any anaerobic typically rod-shaped bacterium of the genus Clostridium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clostridium",1,1,1 ], "includes the species causing botulism and tetanus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clostridium",1,1,1 ], "occurring in soil and the intestines of man and animals: family Bacillaceae| The genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,1 ], "the act of closing or the state of being closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,2 ], "an end or conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,3 ], "something that closes or shuts, such as a cap or seal for a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,4 ], "(in a deliberative body) a procedure by which debate may be halted and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,4 ], "immediate vote taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,5 ], "that surrounds it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,5 ], "the vertical distance between the crest of an anticline and the lowest contour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,6 ], "as the complete occlusion preliminary to the articulation of a stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,1,6 ], "the obstruction of the breath stream at some point along the vocal tract, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "closure",1,2,1 ], "(in a deliberative body) to end (debate) by closure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clot" ,1, 1, 1],"a soft thick lump or mass",1). c_DEF([ "clot" ,1, 1, 2],"a stupid person; fool",1). c_DEF([ "clot" ,1, 2, 1],"to form or cause to form into a soft thick lump or lumps",1). c_DEF([ "cloth cap",1,1,1 ], "a flat woollen cap with a stiff peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth cap",1,1,1,1 ], "a symbol of working-class ethos or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth cap",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth of gold",1,1,1 ], "cloth woven from silk threads interspersed with gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric formed by weaving, felting or knitting wool, cotton, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,2 ], "a piece of such fabric used for a particular purpose, as for a dishcloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,3 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,3,1 ], "the clothes worn by a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,3,2 ], "the clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,4 ], "clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,5 ], "any of the panels of a sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,6 ], "a piece of coloured fabric, used on the stage as scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth",1,1,7 ], "a garment in a traditional non-European style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloth-eared",1,1,1 ], "deaf or insensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothbound",1,1,1 ], "(of a book) bound in stiff boards covered in cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothe",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to dress or attire (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothe",1,1,2 ], "to provide with clothing or covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothe",1,1,3 ], "to conceal or disguise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothe",1,1,4 ], "to endow or invest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothes moth",1,1,1 ], "any of various tineid moths, esp| Tineola bisselliella, the larvae of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothes moth",1,1,1 ], "feed on wool or fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clothes peg",1,1,1 ], "a small wooden or plastic clip for attaching washing to a clothesline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothes",1,1,1,1 ], "articles of dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothes",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothes",1,1,2 ], "short for bedclothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothes-press",1,1,1 ], "a cabinet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clothes-press",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture for storing clothes, usually containing wide drawers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clotheshorse",1,1,1 ], "a frame on which to hang laundry for drying or airing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clotheshorse",1,1,2 ], "a dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothesline",1,1,1 ], "a piece of rope, cord, or wire on which clean washing is hung to dry or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothier",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes, sells, or deals in clothes or cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothing",1,1,1 ], "garments collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clothing",1,1,2 ], "something that covers or clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clotted cream",1,1,1 ], "a thick cream made from scalded milk, esp| in SW England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloture",1,1,1 ], "closure in the U|S| Senate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloture",1,2,1 ], "to end (debate) in the U|S| Senate by cloture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloud chamber",1,1,1 ], "along its path and small droplets condense on them to produce a visible track" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cloud chamber",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for detecting high-energy particles by observing their tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloud chamber",1,1,1 ], "through a chamber containing a supersaturated vapour| Each particle ionizes molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloud rack",1,1,1 ], "a group of moving clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 1],"a mass of water or ice particles visible in the sky, usually white or grey,",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 1],"from which rain or snow falls when the particles coagulate",2). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 2],"any collection of particles visible in the air, esp| of smoke or dust",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 3],"a large number of insects or other small animals in flight",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 4],"something that darkens, threatens, or carries gloom",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 5],"a cloudlike blemish in a transparent stone",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 6],"in the clouds| not in contact with reality",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"under reproach or suspicion",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"in a state of gloom or bad temper",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 7],"under a cloud",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 1, 8],"on cloud nine| Informal| elated; very happy",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 2, 1],"(when intr|, often foll| by over or up) to make or become cloudy, overcast, or",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 2, 1],"indistinct",2). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 3, 1],"to make obscure; darken",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 3, 2],"to make or become gloomy or depressed",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 4, 1],"to place under or render liable to suspicion or disgrace",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 4, 2],"to render (liquids) milky or dull or (of liquids) to become milky or dull",1). c_DEF([ "cloud" ,1, 4, 3],"to become or render mottled or variegated",1). c_DEF([ "cloud-cuckoo-land",1,1,1 ], "a realm of fantasy, dreams, or impractical notions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudberry",1,1,1 ], "a creeping Eurasian herbaceous rosaceous plant, Rubus chamaemorus, with white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudberry",1,1,1 ], "flowers and orange berry-like fruits (drupelets)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloudburst",1,1,1 ], "a heavy downpour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudlet",1,1,1 ], "a small cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudscape",1,1,1 ], "a picturesque formation of clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudscape",1,1,2 ], "a picture or photograph of such a formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudy",1,1,1 ], "cloudier, cloudiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudy",1,1,2 ], "covered with cloud or clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudy",1,1,3 ], "of or like a cloud or clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudy",1,1,4 ], "streaked or mottled like a cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudy",1,1,5 ], "opaque or muddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudy",1,1,6 ], "obscure or unclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloudy",1,1,7 ], "troubled by gloom or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clough",1,1,1 ], "a gorge or narrow ravine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,1,1 ], "a blow with the hand or a hard object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,1,1,1 ], "the target used in long-distance shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,1,1,2 ], "the centre of this target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,1,1,3 ], "a shot that hits the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,1,2 ], "a short, flat-headed nail used esp| for attaching sheet metal to wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,1,2,1 ], "a piece of cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,1,2,2 ], "a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,2,1 ], "to give a hard blow to, esp| with the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clout",1,2,2 ], "to patch with a piece of cloth or leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clove hitch",1,1,1 ], "a knot or hitch used for securing a rope to a spar, post, or larger rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clove pink",1,1,1 ], "another name for carnation ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clove",1,1,1 ], "Indies but cultivated elsewhere, esp| Zanzibar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clove",1,1,1 ], "a tropical evergreen myrtaceous tree, Eugenia aromatica, native to the East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clove",1,1,2 ], "the dried unopened flower buds of this tree, used as a pungent fragrant spice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clove",2,1,1 ], "any of the small bulbs that arise from the axils of the scales of a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clove",2,1,1 ], "bulb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clove",3,1,1 ], "a past tense of cleave'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloven hoof",1,1,1 ], "of the two middle digits of the foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloven hoof",1,1,1 ], "the divided hoof of a pig, goat, cow, deer, or related animal, which consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloven hoof",1,1,2 ], "the mark or symbol of Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloven",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of cleave'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloven",1,2,1 ], "split; cleft; divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clover",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the papilionaceous genus Trifolium, having trifoliate leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clover",1,1,1 ], "dense flower heads| Many species, such as red clover, white clover, and alsike, are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clover",1,1,1 ], "grown as forage plants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clover",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clover",1,1,3 ], "sweet clover| another name for melilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clover",1,1,4 ], "pin clover| another name for alfilaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clover",1,1,5 ], "in clover| Informal| in a state of ease or luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloverleaf aerial",1,1,1 ], "a type of aerial, having three or four similar coplanar loops arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloverleaf aerial",1,1,1 ], "symmetrically around an axis, to which in-phase signals are fed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloverleaf",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of connecting roads, resembling a four-leaf clover in form," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloverleaf",1,1,1 ], "that joins two intersecting main roads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloverleaf",1,1,2 ], "in the shape or pattern of a leaf of clover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clovis point",1,1,1 ], "a concave-based flint projectile dating from the 10th millennium b|c|, found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clovis point",1,1,1 ], "throughout most of Central and North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,1,1 ], "a comic entertainer, usually grotesquely costumed and made up, appearing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,1,1 ], "the circus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,1,2 ], "any performer who elicits an amused response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,1,3 ], "someone who plays jokes or tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,1,4 ], "a person who acts in a comic or buffoon-like manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,1,5 ], "a coarse clumsy rude person; boor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,1,6 ], "a countryman or rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,2,1 ], "to perform as a clown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,2,2 ], "to play jokes or tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clown",1,2,3 ], "to act foolishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cloy",1,1,1 ], "pleasurable or sweet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cloy",1,1,1 ], "to make weary or cause weariness through an excess of something initially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club foot",1,1,1 ], "a congenital deformity of the foot, esp| one in which the foot is twisted so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club foot",1,1,1 ], "that most of the weight rests on the heel| Technical name: talipes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "club foot",1,1,2 ], "a foot so deformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club foot",1,1,3 ], "a boom attached to the foot of a jib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club hand",1,1,1 ], "a deformity of the hand, analogous to club foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club hand",1,1,2 ], "a hand so deformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club moss",1,1,1 ], "any mosslike pteridophyte plant of the order Lycopodiales, having erect or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club moss",1,1,1 ], "creeping stems covered with tiny overlapping leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "club root",1,1,1 ], "a disease of cabbages and related plants, caused by the fungus Plasmodiophora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club root",1,1,1 ], "brassicae, in which the roots become thickened and distorted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "club sandwich",1,1,1 ], "a sandwich consisting of three or more slices of toast or bread with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "club sandwich",1,1,1 ], "filling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 10],"on the club| Brit| slang| away from work due to sickness, esp| when receiving",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 10],"sickness benefit",2). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 1],"a stout stick, usually with one end thicker than the other, esp| one used as a",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 1],"weapon",2). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 2],"a stick or bat used to strike the ball in various sports, esp| golf",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,Indian club",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"the room, building, or facilities used by such a group",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"clubhouse",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 4],"a group or association of people with common aims or interests",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 5],"a building in which elected, fee-paying members go to meet, dine, read, etc",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 6],"a commercial establishment providing drinks, food, etc",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 7],"an organization, esp| in a shop, set up as a means of saving",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"a spar used for extending the clew of a gaff topsail beyond the peak of the",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"gaff",2). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"the black trefoil symbol on a playing card",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"a card with one or more of these symbols or (when pl|) the suit of cards so",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"marked",2). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"short for club foot ,1,3",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 8],"an informal word for ,friendly society",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 1, 9],"in the club| Brit| slang| pregnant",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to beat with or as if with a club",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 2],"(often foll| by together) to gather or become gathered into a group",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 3],"(often foll| by together) to unite or combine (resources, efforts, etc|) for a",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 3],"common purpose",2). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to use (a rifle or similar firearm) as a weapon by holding the barrel",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 4],"and hitting with the butt",2). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|) Nautical",1). c_DEF([ "club" ,1, 2, 6],"to drift in a current, reducing speed by dragging anchor",1). c_DEF([ "clubbable",1,1,1 ], "suitable to be a member of a club; sociable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clubby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clubby",1,1,2 ], "sociable, esp| effusively so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clubby",1,1,3 ], "exclusive or cliquish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clubhaul",1,1,1 ], "and hauling in the anchor cable to swing the stern to windward" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "clubhaul",1,1,1 ], "fastening a lee anchor to the lee quarter, dropping the anchor as the vessel comes about," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clubhaul",1,1,1 ], "to force (a sailing vessel) onto a new tack, esp| in an emergency, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clubhouse",1,1,1 ], "the premises of a sports or other club, esp| a golf club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clubland",1,1,1 ], "London clubs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clubland",1,1,1 ], "the area of London around St| James's, which contains most of the famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clubman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who is an enthusiastic member of a club or clubs",1). c_DEF([ "cluck",1,1,1 ], "the low clicking sound made by a hen or any similar sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluck",1,2,1 ], "(of a hen) to make a clicking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluck",1,3,1 ], "to call or express (a feeling) by making a similar sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clucky",1,1,1 ], "pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clue" ,1, 1, 1],"something that helps to solve a problem or unravel a mystery",1). c_DEF([ "clue" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"to be completely baffled",1). c_DEF([ "clue" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"to be completely ignorant or incompetent",1). c_DEF([ "clue" ,1, 1, 2],"not to have a clue",1). c_DEF([ "clue" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "clue" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by in or up) to provide with helpful information",1). c_DEF([ "clue" ,1, 4, 1],"a variant spelling of clew",1). c_DEF([ "clueless",1,1,1 ], "helpless; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clumber spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a type of thickset spaniel with longish silky hair| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clumber spaniel",1,1,1 ], "clumber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,1,1 ], "a cluster, as of trees or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,1,2 ], "a dull heavy tread or any similar sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,1,3 ], "an irregular mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,1,4 ], "an inactive mass of microorganisms, esp| a mass of bacteria produced as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,1,4 ], "result of agglutination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,1,5 ], "an extra sole on a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,1,6 ], "a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,2,1 ], "to walk or tread heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,2,2 ], "to gather or be gathered into clumps, clusters, clots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,2,3 ], "etc|) to collect together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,2,3 ], "to cause (bacteria, blood cells, etc|) to collect together or (of bacteria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clump",1,3,1 ], "to punch (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clumsy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clumsy",1,1,2 ], "lacking in skill or physical coordination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clumsy",1,1,3 ], "awkwardly constructed or contrived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clung",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of cling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clunk",1,1,1 ], "a blow or the sound of a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clunk",1,1,2 ], "a dull metallic sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clunk",1,1,3 ], "a dull or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clunk",1,1,3,1 ], "the gurgling sound of a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clunk",1,1,3,2 ], "the sound of a cork being removed from a bottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clunk",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clupeid",1,1,1 ], "any widely distributed soft-finned teleost fish of the family Clupeidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clupeid",1,1,1 ], "typically having oily flesh, and including the herrings, sardines, shad, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clupeid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Clupeidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clupeoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Isospondyli (or Clupeiformes), a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clupeoid",1,1,1 ], "order of soft-finned fishes, including the herrings, salmon, and tarpon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clupeoid",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the order Isospondyli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster fly",1,1,1 ], "a dipterous fly, Pollenia rudis, that tends to gather in large numbers in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster fly",1,1,1 ], "attics in the autumn: family Calliphoridae|The larvae are parasitic in earthworms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,1 ], "a number of things growing, fastened, or occurring close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,2 ], "a number of persons or things grouped together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,3 ], "a metal insignia worn on a medal ribbon to indicate a second award or a higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,3 ], "class of a decoration or order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,3,1 ], "a group of bombs dropped in one stick, esp| fragmentation and incendiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,3,1 ], "bombs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,3,2 ], "the basic unit of mines used in laying a minefield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,1,4 ], "an aggregation of stars or galaxies moving together through space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cluster",1,2,1 ], "to gather or be gathered in clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,1,1 ], "to seize with or as if with hands or claws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,2,1 ], "to grasp or hold firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,3,1 ], "to attempt to get hold or possession (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,4,1 ], "a device that enables two revolving shafts to be joined or disconnected as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,4,1 ], "required, esp| one that transmits the drive from the engine to the gearbox in a vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,4,2 ], "a device for holding fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,4,3 ], "a firm grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,4,4 ], "a hand, claw, or talon in the act of clutching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,4,5 ], "power or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",1,4,6 ], "a handbag without handles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",2,1,1 ], "a hatch of eggs laid by a particular bird or laid in a single nest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",2,1,2 ], "a brood of chickens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",2,1,3 ], "a group, bunch, or cluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutch",2,2,1 ], "to hatch (chickens)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutter",1,1,1 ], "to strew or amass (objects) in a disorderly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutter",1,2,1 ], "to move about in a bustling manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutter",1,3,1 ], "to chatter or babble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutter",1,4,1 ], "a disordered heap or mass of objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutter",1,4,2 ], "a state of disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clutter",1,4,3 ], "unwanted echoes that confuse the observation of signals on a radar screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clype",1,1,1 ], "to tell tales; be an informer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clypeus",1,1,1 ], "a cuticular plate on the head of some insects between the labrum and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "clypeus",1,1,1 ], "frons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "clyster",1,1,1 ], "a former name for enema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cl|",1,1,1 ], "class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cl|",1,1,2 ], "classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cl|",1,1,3 ], "clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cl|",1,1,4 ], "cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cl|",1,1,5 ], "clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cl|",1,1,6 ], "centilitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cm",1,1,1 ], "centimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cml|",1,1,1 ], "commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cnidarian",1,1,1 ], "any coelenterate of the subphylum Cnidaria, which includes all coelenterates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cnidarian",1,1,1 ], "except the ctenophores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cnidarian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cnidaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cnidoblast",1,1,1 ], "any of the cells of a coelenterate that contain nematocysts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-",1,1,1 ], "together; joint or jointly; mutual or mutually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-",1,1,2 ], "indicating partnership or equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-",1,1,3 ], "to the same or a similar degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-",1,1,4 ], "(in mathematics and astronomy) of the complement of an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-driver",1,1,1 ], "one of two drivers who take turns to drive a car, esp| in a rally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-ed",1,1,1 ], "coeducational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-ed",1,2,1 ], "a female student in a coeducational college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-ed",1,2,2 ], "a school or college providing coeducation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-respondent",1,1,1 ], "a person cited in divorce proceedings, alleged to have committed adultery with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "co-respondent",1,1,1 ], "the respondent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "co-star" ,1, 1, 1],"an actor who shares star billing with another",1). c_DEF([ "co-star" ,1, 2, 1],"ring -starred",1). c_DEF([ "co-star" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "co-star" ,1, 2, 3],"often foll| by with) to share star billing (with another actor)",1). c_DEF([ "co-star" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to present as sharing top billing",1). c_DEF([ "co-worker",1,1,1 ], "a fellow worker; associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coacervate",1,1,1 ], "containing a different concentration of a dispersed solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coacervate",1,1,1 ], "either of two liquid phases that may separate from a hydrophilic sol, each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach box",1,1,1 ], "the seat of a coachman on a horse-drawn carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach dog",1,1,1 ], "a former name for dalmatian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach house",1,1,1 ], "a building in which a coach is kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach house",1,1,2 ], "an inn along a coaching route at which horses were changed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach screw",1,1,1 ], "a large screw with a square head used in timber work in buildings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle for several passengers, used for transport over long distances," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,1,1 ], "sightseeing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,1,2 ], "a large four-wheeled enclosed carriage, usually horse-drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,1,3 ], "a railway carriage carrying passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,1,4 ], "a trainer or instructor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,1,5 ], "a tutor who prepares students for examinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,1,6 ], "a tame bullock used as a decoy to attract wild cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,2,1 ], "to give tuition or instruction to (a pupil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach",1,3,1 ], "to transport in a bus or coach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coach-built",1,1,1 ], "(of a vehicle) having specially built bodywork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coachman",1,1,1 ], "the driver of a coach or carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coachman",1,1,2 ], "a fishing fly with white wings and a brown hackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coachwood",1,1,1 ], "an Australian tree, Ceratopetalum apetalum, yielding light aromatic wood used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coachwood",1,1,1 ], "for furniture, turnery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coachwork",1,1,1 ], "the design and manufacture of car bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coachwork",1,1,2 ], "the body of a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaction",1,1,1 ], "any relationship between organisms within a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaction",1,1,2 ], "joint action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaction",2,1,1 ], "a force or compulsion, either to compel or restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coadjutant",1,1,1 ], "cooperating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coadjutant",1,2,1 ], "a helper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coadjutor",1,1,1 ], "a bishop appointed as assistant to a diocesan bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coadjutor",1,1,2 ], "an assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coadunate",1,1,1 ], "another word for connate ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulant",1,1,1 ], "a substance that aids or produces coagulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulase",1,1,1 ], "any enzyme that causes coagulation of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulate",1,1,1 ], "(k@@$u!gj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulate",1,1,2 ], "such a fluid) to change into such a mass; clot; curdle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coagulate",1,1,2 ], "to cause (a fluid, such as blood) to change into a soft semisolid mass or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulate",1,1,3 ], "to separate or cause to separate into distinct constituent phases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulate",1,2,1 ], "(k@@$u!gj$ul$It, -~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulate",1,2,2 ], "the solid or semisolid substance produced by coagulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coagulum",1,1,1 ], "any coagulated mass clot curd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal gas",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of gases produced by the distillation of bituminous coal and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal gas",1,1,1 ], "for heating and lighting: consists mainly of hydrogen, methane, and carbon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coal gas",1,1,1 ], "monoxide" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coal heaver",1,1,1 ], "a workman who moves coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal hole",1,1,1 ], "a small coal cellar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal oil",1,1,1 ], "petroleum or a refined product from petroleum, esp| kerosene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal oil",1,1,2 ], "a crude oil produced, together with coal gas, during the distillation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal oil",1,1,2 ], "bituminous coal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coal pot",1,1,1 ], "a cooking device using charcoal, consisting of a raised iron bowl and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal pot",1,1,1 ], "central grid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coal scuttle",1,1,1 ], "a domestic metal container for coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal tar",1,1,1 ], "a black tar, produced by the distillation of bituminous coal, that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal tar",1,1,1 ], "further distilled to yield benzene, toluene, xylene, anthracene, phenol, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coal tit",1,1,1 ], "a small European songbird, Parus ater, having a black head with a white patch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal tit",1,1,1 ], "on the nape: family Paridae (tits)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,1,1,1 ], "a compact black or dark-brown carbonaceous rock consisting of layers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,1,1,1 ], "partially decomposed vegetation deposited in the Carboniferous period: a fuel and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,1,1,1 ], "source of coke, coal gas, and coal tar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,1,2 ], "one or more lumps of coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,1,3 ], "short for charcoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,1,4 ], "coals to Newcastle| something supplied where it already exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal",1,2,1 ], "to take in, provide with, or turn into coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal-tar pitch",1,1,1 ], "a residue left by the distillation of coal tar: a mixture of hydrocarbons and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coal-tar pitch",1,1,1 ], "electrodes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coal-tar pitch",1,1,1 ], "finely divided carbon used as a binder for fuel briquettes, road surfaces, and carbon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coaler",1,1,1 ], "a ship, train, etc|, used to carry or supply coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaler",1,1,2 ], "a person who sells or supplies coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coalesce",1,1,1 ], "to unite or come together in one body or mass merge fuse blend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coalface",1,1,1 ], "the exposed seam of coal in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coalfield",1,1,1 ], "an area rich in deposits of coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coalfish",1,1,1 ], "a dark-coloured gadoid food fish, Pollachius virens, occurring in northern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coalfish",1,1,1 ], "seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coalition",1,1,1,1 ], "an alliance or union between groups, factions, or parties, esp| for some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coalition",1,1,1,1 ], "temporary and specific reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coalition",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coalition",1,1,2 ], "a fusion or merging into one body or mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaming",1,1,1 ], "a raised frame around the cockpit or hatchway of a vessel for keeping out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaming",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coaptation",1,1,1 ], "the edges of a wound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coaptation",1,1,1 ], "the joining or reuniting of two surfaces, esp| the ends of a broken bone or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarctate",1,1,1 ], "(of a pupa) enclosed in a hard barrel-shaped case (puparium), as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarctate",1,1,1 ], "housefly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coarctate",1,1,2 ], "crowded or pressed together; constricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarse fish",1,1,1 ], "a freshwater fish that is not a member of the salmon family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarse",1,1,1 ], "rough in texture, structure, etc|; not fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarse",1,1,2 ], "lacking refinement or taste; indelicate; vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarse",1,1,3 ], "of inferior quality; not pure or choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarse",1,1,4 ], "(of a metal) not refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarse",1,1,5 ], "(of a screw) having widely spaced threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coarsen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become coarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,1,1 ], "the line or zone where the land meets the sea or some other large expanse of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,1,2 ], "coastland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,2 ], "the seaside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,2,1 ], "a slope down which a sledge may slide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,2,2 ], "the act or an instance of sliding down a slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,3 ], "borderland or frontier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,1,4 ], "the coast is clear| Informal| the obstacles or dangers are gone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move by momentum or force of gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,3,1 ], "to proceed without great effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coast",1,3,2 ], "to sail along (a coast)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaster",1,1,1 ], "a vessel or trader engaged in coastal commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaster",1,1,2 ], "a small tray, sometimes on wheels, for holding a decanter, wine bottle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaster",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that coasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaster",1,1,4 ], "a protective disc or mat for glasses or bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaster",1,1,5 ], "short for roller coaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaster",1,1,6 ], "a European resident on the coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coastguard",1,1,1 ], "a maritime force which aids shipping, saves lives at sea, prevents smuggling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coastguard",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coastguard",1,1,2 ], "a member of such a force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coastline",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coastline",1,1,1 ], "the outline of a coast, esp| when seen from the sea, or the land adjacent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat armour",1,1,1 ], "coat of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat armour",1,1,2 ], "an emblazoned surcoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat hanger",1,1,1 ], "a curved piece of wood, wire, plastic, etc|, fitted with a hook and used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat hanger",1,1,1 ], "hang up clothes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coat of arms",1,1,1 ], "the heraldic bearings of a person or family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat of arms",1,1,2 ], "a surcoat decorated with family or personal bearings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat of mail",1,1,1 ], "a protective garment made of linked metal rings (mail) or of overlapping metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat of mail",1,1,1 ], "plates; hauberk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,1,1 ], "an outdoor garment with sleeves, covering the body from the shoulders to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,1,1 ], "waist, knee, or foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,1,2 ], "any similar garment, esp| one forming the top to a suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,1,3 ], "a layer that covers or conceals a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,1,4 ], "the hair, wool, or fur of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,1,5 ], "the garb worn by members of a profession or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,1,6 ], "short for coat of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,2,1 ], "to cover (with) a layer or covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat",1,3,1 ], "to provide with a coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat-of-mail shell",1,1,1 ], "another name for chiton ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coat-tail",1,1,1 ], "the long tapering tails at the back of a man's tailed coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coated",1,1,1 ], "covered with an outer layer, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coated",1,1,2 ], "(of paper) having a coating of a mineral, esp| china clay, to provide a very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coated",1,1,2 ], "smooth surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coated",1,1,3 ], "(of textiles) having been given a plastic or other surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coated",1,1,4 ], "another word for bloomed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coatee",1,1,1 ], "a short coat, esp| for a baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coati" ,1, 1, 1],"coati-mondi, or coati-mundi (k@@$u$a$:t$Im'nd$I) n|, pl| tis or dis",1). c_DEF([ "coati" ,1, 1, 2],"America: family Procyonidae, order Carnivora (carnivores)|They are related to but larger",2). c_DEF([ "coati" ,1, 1, 2],"any omnivorous mammal of the genera Nasua and Nasuella, of Central and South",1). c_DEF([ "coati" ,1, 1, 2],"than the raccoons, having a long flexible snout and a brindled coat",3). c_DEF([ "coating",1,1,1 ], "a layer or film spread over a surface for protection or decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coating",1,1,2 ], "a heavy fabric suitable for coats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coauthor",1,1,1 ], "a person who shares the writing of a book, article, etc|, with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coauthor",1,2,1 ], "to be the joint author of (a book, article, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coax",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coax",1,1,1 ], "to seek to manipulate or persuade (someone) by tenderness, flattery, pleading," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coax",1,2,1 ], "to obtain by persistent coaxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coax",1,3,1 ], "to caress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coax",1,4,1 ], "to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coax",2,1,1 ], "short for coaxial cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaxial cable",1,1,1 ], "a cable consisting of an inner insulated core of stranded or solid wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaxial cable",1,1,1 ], "radio-frequency signals| Often shortened to coax" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coaxial cable",1,1,1 ], "surrounded by an outer insulated flexible wire braid, used esp| as a transmission line for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coaxial",1,1,1 ], "having or mounted on a common axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaxial",1,1,2 ], "(of a set of circles) having the same radical axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coaxial",1,1,3 ], "formed from, using, or connected to a coaxial cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cob money",1,1,1 ], "1600 until 1820" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cob money",1,1,1 ], "crude silver coins issued in the Spanish colonies of the New World from about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 1, 1],"a male swan",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 1, 2],"a thickset type of riding and draught horse",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,corncob, corncob pipe, or ,cobnut",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 1, 4],"another name for hazel ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 1, 5],"a small rounded lump or heap of coal, ore, etc",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 1, 6],"a building material consisting of a mixture of clay and chopped straw",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 1, 7],"a round loaf of bread",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) Brit| informal",1). c_DEF([ "cob" ,1, 2, 2],"to beat, esp| on the buttocks",1). c_DEF([ "cob",2,1,1 ], "(Larus marinus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cob",2,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect name for a gull esp| the greater black-backed gull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt bloom",1,1,1 ], "another name for erythrite ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt blue",1,1,1 ], "any greenish-blue pigment containing cobalt aluminate, usually made by heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt blue",1,1,1 ], "cobaltous sulphate, aluminium oxide, and phosphoric acid together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a deep blue to greenish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt bomb",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear weapon consisting of a hydrogen bomb encased in cobalt, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt bomb",1,1,1 ], "releases large quantities of radioactive cobalt-60 into the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt",1,1,1 ], "Co; atomic no|: 27; atomic wt|: 58|933; valency: 2 or 3; relative density: 8|9;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt",1,1,1 ], "a brittle hard silvery-white element that is a ferromagnetic metal: occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt",1,1,1 ], "cobalt-60, with a half-life of 5|3 years, is used in radiotherapy and as a tracer| Symbol:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 1495 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2870 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "cobalt",1,1,1 ], "principally in cobaltite and smaltite and is widely used in alloys| The radioisotope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cobaltic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing cobalt, esp| in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobaltite",1,1,1 ], "a rare silvery-white mineral consisting of cobalt arsenic sulphide in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobaltite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: a major ore of cobalt, used in ceramics| Formula: CoAsS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cobaltous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing cobalt in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobber",1,1,1 ], "a friend; mate: used as a term of address to males|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobble",1,1,1 ], "short for cobblestone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobble",1,2,1 ], "to pave (a road, etc|) with cobblestones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobble",2,1,1 ], "to make or mend shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobble",2,1,2 ], "to put together clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobbler",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or mends shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobbler",1,1,2 ], "the last sheep to be shorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobbler",2,1,1 ], "a sweetened iced drink, usually made from fruit and wine or liqueur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobbler",2,1,2 ], "a hot dessert made of fruit covered with a rich cakelike crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobbler's wax",1,1,1 ], "a resin used for waxing thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobblers",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobblers",1,2,1 ], "another word for testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobblers",1,3,1 ], "rubbish; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobbles",1,1,1 ], "coal in small rounded lumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobbles",1,1,2 ], "cobblestones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobblestone",1,1,1 ], "a rounded stone used for paving| Sometimes shortened to cobble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobelligerent",1,1,1 ], "a country fighting in a war on the side of another country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobia",1,1,1 ], "a large dark-striped percoid game fish, Rachycentron canadum, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobia",1,1,1 ], "subtropical seas: family Rachycentridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coble",1,1,1 ], "a small single-masted flat-bottomed fishing boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobnut",1,1,1 ], "other names for a hazelnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobra de capello",1,1,1 ], "a cobra, Naja tripudians, that has ringlike markings on the body and exists in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobra de capello",1,1,1 ], "many varieties in S and SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cobra",1,1,1 ], "any highly venomous elapid snake of the genus Naja, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobra",1,2,1 ], "naja , of tropical Africa and Asia| When alarmed they spread the skin of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobra",1,2,1 ], "neck region into a hood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cobra",1,2,2 ], "any related snake, such as the king cobra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coburg",1,1,1 ], "a rounded loaf with a cross cut on the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobweb",1,1,1 ], "a web spun by certain spiders, esp| those of the family Theridiidae, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobweb",1,1,1 ], "found in the corners of disused rooms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cobweb",1,1,2 ], "a single thread of such a web" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobweb",1,1,3 ], "something like a cobweb, as in its flimsiness or ability to trap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobwebs",1,1,1 ], "mustiness, confusion, or obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cobwebs",1,1,2 ], "stickiness of the eyelids experienced upon first awakening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coca",1,1,1 ], "either of two shrubs, Erythroxylon coca or E| truxiuense, native to the Andes:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coca",1,1,1 ], "family Erythroxylaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coca",1,1,2 ], "are chewed by the peoples of the Andes for their stimulating effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coca",1,1,2 ], "the dried leaves of these shrubs and related plants, which contain cocaine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocaine",1,1,1 ], "an addictive narcotic drug derived from coca leaves or synthesized, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocaine",1,1,1 ], "medicinally as a topical anaesthetic| Formula: C17H21NO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocainism",1,1,1 ], "abilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocainism",1,1,1 ], "habitual or excessive use of cocaine, resulting in impaired physical or mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocainize",1,1,1 ], "to anaesthetize with cocaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocci",1,1,1 ], "the plural of coccus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccid",1,1,1 ], "Coccidae, which includes the scale insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coccid",1,1,1 ], "any homopterous insect of the superfamily Coccoidea, esp| any of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccidioidomycosis",1,1,1 ], "a disease of the skin or viscera, esp| the lungs, caused by infection with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccidioidomycosis",1,1,1 ], "fungus Coccidioides immitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coccidiosis",1,1,1 ], "any disease of domestic and other animals caused by parasitic protozoa of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccidiosis",1,1,1 ], "order Coccidia|One species, Isospora hominis, occasionally infects humans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocciferous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) supporting the cochineal insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocciferous",1,1,2 ], "bearing berries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccolith",1,1,1 ], "any of the round calcareous plates in chalk formations: formed the outer layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccolith",1,1,1 ], "of extinct unicellular plankton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coccus",1,1,1 ], "any spherical or nearly spherical bacterium, such as a staphylococcus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccus",1,1,2 ], "at maturity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coccus",1,1,2 ], "the part of a fruit that contains one seed and separates from the whole fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccus",1,1,3 ], "any of the scale insects of the genus Coccus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccyx",1,1,1 ], "a small triangular bone at the end of the spinal column in man and some apes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coccyx",1,1,1 ], "representing a vestigial tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cochineal",1,1,1 ], "a Mexican homopterous insect, Dactylopius coccus, that feeds on cacti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cochineal",1,1,2 ], "a crimson substance obtained from the crushed bodies of these insects, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cochineal",1,1,2 ], "for colouring food and for dyeing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cochineal",1,1,2,1 ], "the colour of this dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cochineal",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cochlea",1,1,1 ], "ear, converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cochlea",1,1,1 ], "the spiral tube, shaped like a snail's shell, that forms part of the internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cochleate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a snail's shell; spirally twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock feather",1,1,1 ], "nock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cock feather",1,1,1 ], "the odd-coloured feather set on the shaft of an arrow at right angles to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock of the walk",1,1,1 ], "a person who asserts himself in a strutting pompous way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,1 ], "the male of the domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,1,1 ], "any other male bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,1,2 ], "the male of certain other animals, such as the lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,2 ], "short for stopcock or weathercock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,3 ], "a taboo slang word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,3,1 ], "the hammer of a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,3,2 ], "its position when the firearm is ready to be discharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,4 ], "a friend, mate, or fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,5 ], "a jaunty or significant tilting or turning upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,1,6 ], "nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,2,1 ], "to set or pull the hammer of (a firearm) into firing position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,3,1 ], "to raise in an alert or jaunty manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",1,4,1 ], "to stick or stand up conspicuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",2,1,1 ], "a small, cone-shaped heap of hay, straw, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock",2,2,1 ], "to stack (hay, etc|) in such heaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-a-doodle-doo",1,1,1 ], "an imitation or representation of a cock crowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-a-hoop",1,1,1 ], "in very high spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-a-hoop",1,1,2 ], "boastful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-a-hoop",1,1,3 ], "askew; confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-a-leekie",1,1,1 ], "a soup made from a fowl boiled with leeks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-and-bull story",1,1,1 ], "an obviously improbable story, esp| a boastful one or one used as an excuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-of-the-rock",1,1,1 ], "either of two tropical South American birds, Rupicola rupicola or R|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cock-of-the-rock",1,1,1 ], "family Cotingidae (cotingas)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cock-of-the-rock",1,1,1 ], "peruviana, having an erectile crest and (in the male) a brilliant red or orange plumage:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockade",1,1,1 ], "a feather or ribbon worn on military headwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockalorum",1,1,1 ], "a self-important little man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockalorum",1,1,2 ], "bragging talk; crowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockatiel",1,1,1 ], "a crested Australian parrot, Leptolophus hollandicus, having a greyish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockatiel",1,1,1 ], "and yellow plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockatoo",1,1,1 ], "any of various parrots of the genus Kakatoe and related genera, such as K|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockatoo",1,1,1 ], "galerita , of Australia and New Guinea| They have an erectile crest and most of them are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockatoo",1,1,1 ], "light-coloured" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cockatoo",1,1,2 ], "a small farmer or settler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockatoo",1,1,3 ], "a lookout during some illegal activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockatrice",1,1,1 ], "a legendary monster, part snake and part cock, that could kill with a glance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockatrice",1,1,2 ], "another name for basilisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockboat",1,1,1 ], "any small boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockchafer",1,1,1 ], "Europe, whose larvae feed on crops and grasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockchafer",1,1,1 ], "any of various Old World scarabaeid beetles, esp| Melolontha melolontha of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockcrow",1,1,1 ], "daybreak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocked hat",1,1,1 ], "a hat with opposing brims turned up and caught together in order to give two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocked hat",1,1,1 ], "points (bicorn) or three points (tricorn)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocked hat",1,1,2 ], "knock into a cocked hat| Slang| to outdo or defeat someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocker spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a breed of spaniel having wavy silky hair with white and brown or yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocker spaniel",1,1,1 ], "patches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocker",1,1,1 ], "a devotee of cockfighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocker",1,1,2 ], "short for cocker spaniel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocker",2,1,1 ], "to pamper or spoil by indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocker",2,2,1 ], "a mate (esp| in the phrase old cocker)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockerel",1,1,1 ], "a young domestic cock, usually less than a year old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockeye bob",1,1,1 ], "a sudden storm or cyclone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockeye",1,1,1 ], "an eye affected with strabismus or one that squints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockeyed",1,1,1 ], "afflicted with crosseye, squint, or any other visible abnormality of the eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockeyed",1,1,2 ], "appearing to be physically or logically abnormal, absurd, etc|; askew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockeyed",1,1,3 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockfight",1,1,1 ], "a fight between two gamecocks fitted with sharp metal spurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockhorse",1,1,1 ], "another name for rocking horse or hobbyhorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockiness",1,1,1 ], "conceited self-assurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,1 ], "any sand-burrowing bivalve mollusc of the family Cardiidae, esp| Cardium edule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,1 ], "of Europe, typically having a rounded shell with radiating ribs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,2 ], "any of certain similar or related molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,3 ], "short for cockleshell ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,4 ], "a wrinkle or puckering, as in cloth or paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,5 ], "a small furnace or stove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,6 ], "cockles of one's heart)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,1,6 ], "cockles of one's heart| one's deepest feelings (esp| in the phrase warm the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",1,2,1 ], "to contract or cause to contract into wrinkles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockle",2,1,1 ], "any of several plants, esp| the corn cockle, that grow as weeds in cornfields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockleboat",1,1,1 ], "another word for cockboat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocklebur",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocklebur",1,1,1 ], "any coarse weed of the genus Xanthium, having spiny burs: family Compositae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocklebur",1,1,2 ], "the bur of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockleshell",1,1,1 ], "the shell of the cockle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockleshell",1,1,2 ], "any of the valves of the shells of certain other bivalve molluscs, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockleshell",1,1,2 ], "scallop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockleshell",1,1,3 ], "any small light boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockleshell",1,1,4 ], "a badge worn by pilgrims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockloft",1,1,1 ], "a small loft, garret, or attic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockney",1,1,1 ], "a native of London, esp| of the working class born in the East End, speaking a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockney",1,1,1 ], "characteristic dialect of English| Traditionally defined as someone born within the sound of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockney",1,1,1 ], "the bells of St| Mary-le-Bow church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cockney",1,1,2 ], "the urban dialect of London or its East End" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockney",1,1,3 ], "a young snapper fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockney",1,2,1 ], "characteristic of cockneys or their dialect of English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockneyfy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cause (one's speech, manners, etc|) to fit the stereotyped idea of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockneyfy",1,1,1 ], "cockney" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockneyism",1,1,1 ], "a characteristic of speech or custom peculiar to cockneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,1 ], "the compartment in a small aircraft in which the pilot, crew, and sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,1 ], "the passengers sit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,2 ], "the driver's compartment in a racing car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,2,1 ], "an enclosed area towards the stern of a small vessel containing the wheel and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,2,1 ], "tiller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,2,2 ], "(formerly) an apartment in a warship used as quarters for junior officers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,2,2 ], "as a first-aid station during combat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,3 ], "the site of numerous battles or campaigns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockpit",1,1,4 ], "an enclosure used for cockfights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockroach",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the suborder Blattodea (or Blattaria), such as Blatta orientalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockroach",1,1,1 ], "mouthparts and are common household pests" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cockroach",1,1,1 ], "order Dictyoptera|They have an oval flattened body with long antennae and biting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockscomb",1,1,1 ], "the comb of a domestic cock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockscomb",1,1,2 ], "an amaranthaceous garden plant, Celosia cristata, with yellow, crimson, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockscomb",1,1,2 ], "purple flowers in a broad spike resembling the comb of a cock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockscomb",1,1,3 ], "any similar species of Celosia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockscomb",1,1,4 ], "a conceited dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocksfoot",1,1,1 ], "a perennial Eurasian grass, Dactylis glomerata, cultivated as a pasture grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocksfoot",1,1,1 ], "in North America and South Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockshy",1,1,1 ], "a target aimed at in throwing games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockshy",1,1,2 ], "the throw itself|Often shortened to shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockspur",1,1,1 ], "a spur on the leg of a cock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockspur",1,1,2 ], "an annual grass, Echinochloa crus-galli, widely distributed in tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockspur",1,1,2 ], "warm temperate regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cockspur",1,1,3 ], "a small thorny North American hawthorn tree, Crataegus crus-galli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocksure",1,1,1 ], "over-confident; arrogant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockswain",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of coxswain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail lounge",1,1,1 ], "a room in a hotel, restaurant, etc|, where cocktails or other alcoholic drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail lounge",1,1,1 ], "are served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail stick",1,1,1 ], "a small pointed stick used for holding cherries, olives, etc|, in cocktails," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail stick",1,1,1 ], "and for serving snacks, such as small sausages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail",1,1,1,1 ], "any mixed drink with a spirit base, usually drunk before meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail",1,1,2 ], "an appetizer of seafood, mixed fruits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail",1,1,3 ], "appropriate for formal occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail",2,1,1 ], "a horse with a docked tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail",2,1,2 ], "an animal of unknown or mixed breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocktail",2,1,3 ], "a person of little breeding pretending to be a gentleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cockup" ,1, 1, 1],"something done badly",1). c_DEF([ "cockup" ,1, 1, 2],"a letter rising above other letters in the line, esp| one of a large type",1). c_DEF([ "cockup" ,1, 1, 2],"size",2). c_DEF([ "cockup" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|, adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "cockup" ,1, 2, 2],"(of an animal) to raise (a leg, ears, etc|), esp| in an alert manner",1). c_DEF([ "cockup" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) Brit| slang",1). c_DEF([ "cockup" ,1, 2, 4],"to botch",1). c_DEF([ "cocky",1,1,1 ], "cockier, cockiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocky",1,1,2 ], "excessively proud of oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocky",2,1,1 ], "short for cockatoo ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coco de mer",1,1,1 ], "a palm tree, Lodoicea maldivica, of the Seychelles, producing a large fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coco de mer",1,1,1 ], "containing a two-lobed edible nut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coco de mer",1,1,2 ], "the nut of this palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coco",1,1,1 ], "short for coconut or coconut palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa bean",1,1,1 ], "the seed of the cacao" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa butter",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-white waxy solid that is obtained from cocoa beans and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa butter",1,1,1 ], "confectionery, soap, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa",1,1,1 ], "a powder made from cocoa beans after they have been roasted, ground, and freed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa",1,1,1 ], "from most of their fatty oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa",1,1,2 ], "a hot or cold drink made from cocoa and milk or water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa",1,1,2,1 ], "a light to moderate brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoa",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut butter",1,1,1 ], "a solid form of coconut oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut ice",1,1,1 ], "a sweetmeat made from dessicated coconut and sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut matting",1,1,1 ], "a form of coarse matting made from the fibrous husk of the coconut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut milk",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) the liquid pressed from the white meat of the coconut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut oil",1,1,1 ], "cosmetics, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coconut oil",1,1,1 ], "the fatty oil obtained from the meat of the coconut and used for making soap," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut palm",1,1,1 ], "a tall palm tree, Cocos nucifera, widely planted throughout the tropics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut palm",1,1,1 ], "having coconuts as fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coconut shy",1,1,1 ], "a fairground stall in which balls are thrown to knock coconuts off stands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of the coconut palm, consisting of a thick fibrous oval husk inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut",1,1,1 ], "which is a thin hard shell enclosing edible white meat| The hollow centre is filled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coconut",1,1,1 ], "with a milky fluid (coconut milk)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coconut",1,1,2 ], "the meat of the coconut, often shredded and used in cakes, curries, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coconut",1,2,1 ], "made of the outer fibres of coconut husks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoon",1,1,1,1 ], "a silky protective envelope secreted by silkworms and certain other insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoon",1,1,1,1 ], "larvae, in which the pupae develop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocoon",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar covering for the eggs of the spider, earthworm, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoon",1,1,2 ], "a protective spray covering used as a seal on machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoon",1,1,3 ], "a cosy warm covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoon",1,2,1 ], "to wrap in a cocoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocopan",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a small wagon running on narrow-gauge railway lines used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocopan",1,1,1 ], "mines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocotte",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute or promiscuous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoyam",1,1,1 ], "either of two food plants of West Africa, the taro or the yantia, both of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cocoyam",1,1,1 ], "which have edible underground stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cocoyam",1,1,2 ], "the underground stem of either of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod war",1,1,1 ], "Britain and Iceland, concerning Iceland's unilateral extension of her fishing limits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cod war",1,1,1 ], "any of three disputes that occurred in 1958, 1972-73, and 1975-76 between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",1,1,1 ], "any of the gadoid food fishes of the genus Gadus, esp| G| morhua (or G|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",1,1,1 ], "callarias), which occurs in the North Atlantic and has a long body with three rounded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cod",1,1,1 ], "dorsal fins: family Gadidae|They are also a source of cod-liver oil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cod",1,1,2 ], "any other fish of the family Gadidae (see gadid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",2,1,1 ], "and U|S| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",2,1,2 ], "a pod or husk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",2,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for scrotum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",2,1,4 ], "a bag or envelope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",3,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make fun of; tease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",3,1,2 ], "to play a trick on; befool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",3,2,1 ], "a hoax or trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod",4,1,1 ], "dialect| a fellow; chap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod-liver oil",1,1,1 ], "an oil extracted from the livers of cod and related fish, rich in vitamins A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cod-liver oil",1,1,1 ], "and D and used to treat deficiency of these vitamins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coda",1,1,1 ], "the final, sometimes inessential, part of a musical structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codder",1,1,1 ], "a cod fisherman or his boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codder",2,1,1 ], "the leader of a team of workers on a press at a steelworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coddle",1,1,1 ], "to treat with indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coddle",1,1,2 ], "to cook (something, esp| eggs) in water just below the boiling point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coddle",1,2,1 ], "stew made from ham and bacon scraps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,1,1 ], "a system of letters or symbols, and rules for their association by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,1,1 ], "etc|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,1,1 ], "which information can be represented or communicated for reasons of secrecy, brevity," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,1,2 ], "a message in code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,1,3 ], "a symbol used in a code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,1,4 ], "a conventionalized set of principles, rules, or expectations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,1,5 ], "a system of letters or digits used for identification or selection purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "code",1,2,1 ], "to translate, transmit, or arrange into a code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codeclination",1,1,1 ], "another name for polar distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codeine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline alkaloid prepared mainly from morphine and having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codeine",1,1,1 ], "coughing| Formula: C18H21NO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "codeine",1,1,1 ], "similar but milder action| It is used as an analgesic, a sedative, and to relieve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "codex",1,1,1 ], "a volume of manuscripts of an ancient text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codex",1,1,2 ], "a legal code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codfish",1,1,1 ], "a cod, esp| Gadus morhua" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codger",1,1,1 ], "(often in the phrase old codger)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "codger",1,1,1 ], "a man, esp| an old or eccentric one: a term of affection or mild derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codices",1,1,1 ], "the plural of codex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codicil",1,1,1 ], "a supplement modifying a will or revoking some provision of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codicil",1,1,2 ], "an additional provision; appendix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codicology",1,1,1 ], "the study of manuscripts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codification",1,1,1 ], "systematic organization of methods, rules, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codification",1,1,2 ], "the collection into one body of the principles of a system of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to organize or collect together (laws, rules, procedures, etc|) into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codify",1,1,1 ], "system or code" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "codling moth",1,1,1 ], "a tortricid moth, Carpocapsa pomonella, the larvae of which are a pest of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codling moth",1,1,1 ], "apples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "codling",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of long tapering apples used for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codling",1,1,2 ], "any unripe apple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codling",2,1,1 ], "a codfish, esp| a young one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codlins-and-cream",1,1,1 ], "an onagraceous plant, Epilobium hirsutum, native to Europe and Asia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codlins-and-cream",1,1,1 ], "introduced into North America, having purplish-red flowers and hairy stems and leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "codomain",1,1,1 ], "another name for range ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codon",1,1,1 ], "a unit that consists of three adjacent bases on a DNA molecule and that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codon",1,1,1 ], "determines the position of a specific amino acid in a protein molecule during protein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "codon",1,1,1 ], "synthesis|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "codpiece",1,1,1 ], "a bag covering the male genitals, attached to hose or breeches by laces, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "codpiece",1,1,1 ], "worn in the 15th and 16th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "codswallop",1,1,1 ], "nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coedit",1,1,1 ], "to edit (a book, newspaper, etc|) jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeducation",1,1,1 ], "instruction in schools, colleges, etc|, attended by both sexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coefficient",1,1,1,1 ], "a numerical or constant factor in an algebraic term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coefficient",1,1,1,2 ], "the product of all the factors of a term excluding one or more specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coefficient",1,1,1,2 ], "variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coefficient",1,1,2 ], "a number that is the value of a given substance under specified conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coel-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a cavity within a body or a hollow organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coelacanth",1,1,1 ], "a primitive marine bony fish of the genus Latimeria (subclass Crossopterygii)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coelacanth",1,1,1 ], "having fleshy limblike pectoral fins and occurring off the coast of E Africa: thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coelacanth",1,1,1 ], "to be extinct until a living specimen was discovered in 1938" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coelenterate",1,1,1 ], "any invertebrates of the phylum Coelenterata, having a saclike body with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coelenterate",1,1,1 ], "hydra, jellyfishes, sea anemones, and corals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coelenterate",1,1,1 ], "single opening (mouth), which occurs in polyp and medusa forms| The group includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coelenterate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Coelenterata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coelenteron",1,1,1 ], "the simple saclike body cavity of a coelenterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeliac disease",1,1,1 ], "a chronic intestinal disorder of young children of unknown cause," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeliac disease",1,1,1 ], "characterized by distention of the abdomen and frothy and pale foul-smelling stools as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coeliac disease",1,1,1 ], "result of inadequate absorption of fat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coeliac",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the abdomen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coelom",1,1,1 ], "containing the digestive tract and other visceral organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coelom",1,1,1 ], "the body cavity of many multicellular animals, situated in the mesoderm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coelostat",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical instrument consisting of a plane mirror mounted parallel to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coelostat",1,1,1 ], "from a celestial body, esp| the sun, is reflected onto a second mirror, which" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coelostat",1,1,1 ], "reflects the beam into a telescope" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "coelostat",1,1,1 ], "the earth's axis and rotated about this axis once every two days so that light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coenacle",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cenacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coenesthesia",1,1,1 ], "general awareness of one's own body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeno",1,1,1 ], "common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coenobite" ,1, 1, 1],"a member of a religious order following a communal rule of life",1). c_DEF([ "coenocyte",1,1,1 ], "a mass of protoplasm containing many nuclei and enclosed by a cell wall:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coenocyte",1,1,1 ], "occurs in many fungi and some algae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coenosarc",1,1,1 ], "a system of protoplasmic branches connecting the polyps of colonial organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coenosarc",1,1,1 ], "such as corals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coenurus",1,1,1 ], "an encysted larval form of the tapeworm Multiceps, containing many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coenurus",1,1,1 ], "encapsulated heads| In sheep it can cause the gid, and when eaten by dogs it develops into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coenurus",1,1,1 ], "several adult forms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coenzyme",1,1,1 ], "a nonprotein organic molecule that forms a complex with certain enzymes and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coenzyme",1,1,1 ], "essential for their activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coequal",1,1,1 ], "of the same size, rank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coequal",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing equal with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coerce",1,1,1 ], "to compel or restrain by force or authority without regard to individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coerce",1,1,1 ], "wishes or desires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coercion",1,1,1 ], "the act or power of coercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coercion",1,1,2 ], "government by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coercive force",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the magnetization of a ferromagnetic material as expressed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coercive force",1,1,1 ], "external magnetic field strength necessary to demagnetize it| Measured in amperes per" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coercive force",1,1,1 ], "metre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coercivity",1,1,1 ], "that is magnetized to saturation| It is measured in amperes per metre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coercivity",1,1,1 ], "the magnetic-field strength necessary to demagnetize a ferromagnetic material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coessential",1,1,1 ], "Trinity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coessential",1,1,1 ], "being one in essence or nature: a term applied to the three persons of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coetaneous",1,1,1 ], "of the same age or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeternal",1,1,1 ], "existing together eternally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeternity",1,1,1 ], "existence for, from, or in eternity with another being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeval",1,1,1 ], "of or belonging to the same age or generation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coeval",1,2,1 ], "a contemporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coexecutor",1,1,1 ], "a person acting jointly with another or others as executor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coexist",1,1,1 ], "to exist together at the same time or in the same place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coexist",1,1,2 ], "to exist together in peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coextend",1,1,1 ], "to extend or cause to extend equally in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coextensive",1,1,1 ], "of the same limits or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coff",1,1,1 ], "to buy; purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee bag",1,1,1 ], "a small bag containing ground coffee beans, infused to make coffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee bar",1,1,1 ], "a cafe; snack bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee cup",1,1,1 ], "a cup from which coffee may be drunk, usually smaller than a teacup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee house",1,1,1 ], "a place where coffee is served, esp| one that was a fashionable meeting place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee house",1,1,1 ], "in 18th-century London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coffee mill",1,1,1 ], "a machine for grinding roasted coffee beans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee morning",1,1,1 ], "a social event (often held in order to raise money) at which coffee is served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee nut",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of the Kentucky coffee tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee nut",1,1,2 ], "another name for Kentucky coffee tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee shop",1,1,1 ], "a shop where coffee is sold or drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee table",1,1,1 ], "a low table, on which newspapers, etc|, may be placed and coffee served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee tree",1,1,1 ], "any of several rubiaceous trees of the genus Coffea, esp| C| arabica, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee tree",1,1,1 ], "seeds of which are used in the preparation of the beverage coffee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coffee tree",1,1,2 ], "short for Kentucky coffee tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee",1,1,1,1 ], "a drink consisting of an infusion of the roasted and ground or crushed seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee",1,1,1,1 ], "of the coffee tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coffee",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee",1,1,2 ], "the beanlike seeds of the coffee tree, used to make this beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee",1,1,3 ], "short for coffee tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee",1,1,3,1 ], "a medium to dark-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffee-table book",1,1,1 ], "a book designed to be looked at rather than read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffeepot",1,1,1 ], "a pot in which coffee is brewed or served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffer",1,1,1 ], "a chest, esp| for storing valuables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffer",1,1,2 ], "a store of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffer",1,1,3 ], "an ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling, dome, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffer",1,1,4 ], "a watertight box or chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffer",1,1,5 ], "short for cofferdam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffer",1,2,1 ], "to store, as in a coffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffer",1,2,2 ], "to decorate (a ceiling, dome, etc|) with coffers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cofferdam",1,1,1 ], "a watertight structure that encloses an area under water, pumped dry to enable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cofferdam",1,1,1 ], "construction work to be carried out| Often shortened to coffer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coffin bone",1,1,1 ], "the terminal phalangeal bone inside the hoof of the horse and similar animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffin nail",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffin",1,1,1 ], "a box in which a corpse is buried or cremated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffin",1,1,2 ], "the part of a horse's foot that contains the coffin bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffin",1,1,3 ], "a frame for holding electrotype or stereotype printing plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffin",1,2,1 ], "to place in or as in a coffin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coffle",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a line of slaves, beasts, etc|, fastened together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cog railway",1,1,1 ], "other terms rack railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cog" ,1, 1, 1],"any of the teeth or projections on the rim of a gearwheel",1). c_DEF([ "cog" ,1, 1, 2],"a gearwheel, esp| a small one",1). c_DEF([ "cog" ,1, 1, 3],"a person or thing playing a small part in a large organization or process",1). c_DEF([ "cog" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) Metallurgy",1). c_DEF([ "cog" ,1, 2, 2],"to roll (cast steel ingots) to convert them into blooms",1). c_DEF([ "cog" ,3, 1, 1],"a tenon that projects from the end of a timber beam for fitting into a",1). c_DEF([ "cog" ,3, 1, 1],"mortise",2). c_DEF([ "cog" ,3, 2, 1],"(tr|) to join (pieces of wood) with cogs",1). c_DEF([ "cog",2,1,1 ], "to cheat in (a game, esp| dice), as by loading a dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cogent",1,1,1 ], "compelling belief or assent; forcefully convincing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cogitable",1,1,1 ], "conceivable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cogitate",1,1,1 ], "to think deeply about (a problem, possibility, etc|); ponder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cogitative",1,1,1 ], "capable of thinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cogitative",1,1,2 ], "thoughtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognate",1,1,1 ], "akin; related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognate",1,1,2 ], "related by blood or descended from a common maternal ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognate",1,1,3 ], "cognate object| Grammar| a noun functioning as the object of a verb to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognate",1,1,3 ], "it is etymologically related, as in think a thought or sing a song" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cognate",1,2,1 ], "something that is cognate with something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognition",1,1,1 ], "perception, intuition, and reasoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cognition",1,1,1 ], "the mental act or process by which knowledge is acquired, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognition",1,1,2 ], "the knowledge that results from such an act or process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognitive dissonance",1,1,1 ], "an uncomfortable state resulting from conflicting cognitions of an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizable",1,1,1 ], "perceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizable",1,1,2 ], "susceptible to the jurisdiction of a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,1 ], "knowledge; acknowledgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,2 ], "take cognizance of| to take notice of; acknowledge, esp| officially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,3 ], "the range or scope of knowledge or perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,3,1 ], "the right of a court to hear and determine a cause or matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,3,2 ], "knowledge of certain facts upon which the court must act without requiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,3,2 ], "proof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,3,4 ], "Chiefly U|S| confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizance",1,1,4 ], "a distinguishing badge or bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognizant",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) aware having knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognize",1,1,1 ], "to perceive, become aware of, or know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognomen",1,1,1 ], "(originally) an ancient Roman's third name or nickname, which later became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognomen",1,1,1 ], "his family name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cognoscenti",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes sing|) people with informed appreciation of a particular field," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cognoscenti",1,1,1 ], "esp| in the fine arts connoisseurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cogon",1,1,1 ], "and I| exaltata of the Philippines, which are used for thatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cogon",1,1,1 ], "any of the coarse tropical grasses of the genus Imperata, esp| I| cylindrica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cogwheel",1,1,1 ], "another name for gearwheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cog|",1,1,1 ], "cognate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohabit",1,1,1 ], "to live together as husband and wife, esp| without being married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coheir",1,1,1 ], "a person who inherits jointly with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohere",1,1,1 ], "to hold or stick firmly together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohere",1,1,2 ], "to connect or be connected logically; be consistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohere",1,1,3 ], "to be held together by the action of molecular forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherence",1,1,1 ], "logical or natural connection or consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherence",1,1,2 ], "another word for cohesion ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherent",1,1,1 ], "capable of logical and consistent speech, thought, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherent",1,1,2 ], "logical; consistent and orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherent",1,1,3 ], "cohering or sticking together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherent",1,1,4 ], "(of two or more waves) having the same frequency and the same phase or a fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherent",1,1,4 ], "phase difference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coherent",1,1,5 ], "(of a system of units) consisting only of units the quotient or product of any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coherent",1,1,5 ], "two of which yield the unit of the resultant quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cohesion",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of cohering; tendency to unite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohesion",1,1,2 ], "distinguished from adhesion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cohesion",1,1,2 ], "the force that holds together the atoms or molecules in a solid or liquid, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohesion",1,1,3 ], "separate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cohesion",1,1,3 ], "the fusion in some plants of flower parts, such as petals, that are usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohesive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or causing cohesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohesive",1,1,2 ], "tending to cohere or stick together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coho",1,1,1 ], "a Pacific salmon, Oncorhynchus kisutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohobate",1,1,1 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cohobate",1,1,1 ], "to redistil (a distillate), esp| by allowing it to mingle with the remaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohort",1,1,1 ], "one of the ten units of between 300 and 600 men in an ancient Roman Legion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohort",1,1,2 ], "any band of warriors or associates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohort",1,1,3 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a subclass (usually of mammals) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohort",1,1,3 ], "subfamily (of plants)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cohosh",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American plants, such as the blue cohosh and black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohosh",1,1,1 ], "cohosh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cohune",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American feather palm, Attalea (or Orbignya)cohune, whose large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cohune",1,1,1 ], "oily nuts yield an oil similar to coconut oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 1, 1],"a close-fitting cap worn under a veil, worn in the Middle Ages by many women",1). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 1, 1],"but now only by nuns",2). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar cap, such as a leather cap worn under a chainmail hood",1). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 1, 3],"(formerly) the white cap worn by a sergeant at law",1). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 1, 4],"a base for the elaborate women's headdresses of the 16th century",1). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 1, 5],"(kw$a$:f) a less common word for coiffure ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 3, 1],"to cover with or as if with a coif",1). c_DEF([ "coif" ,1, 3, 2],"(kw$a$:f)| to arrange (the hair)",1). c_DEF([ "coiffeur",1,1,1 ], "a hairdresser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coiffure",1,1,1 ], "a hairstyle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coiffure",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for headdress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coiffure",1,2,1 ], "to dress or arrange (the hair)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coign of vantage",1,1,1 ], "an advantageous position or stance for observation or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coign",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of quoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil spring",1,1,1 ], "a helical spring formed from wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,1,1 ], "be formed in such loops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,1,1 ], "to wind or gather (ropes, hair, etc|) into loops or (of rope, hair, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,2,1 ], "to move in a winding course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,1 ], "something wound in a connected series of loops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,2 ], "a single loop of such a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,3 ], "an arrangement of pipes in a spiral or loop, as in a condenser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,4 ], "an electrical conductor wound into the form of a spiral, sometimes with a soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,4 ], "iron core, to provide inductance or a magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,5 ], "an intrauterine contraceptive device in the shape of a coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,6 ], "sparking plugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coil",1,3,6 ], "the transformer in a petrol engine that supplies the high voltage to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coil",2,1,1 ], "mortal coil)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coil",2,1,1 ], "the troubles and activities of the world (in the Shakespearian phrase this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin box",1,1,1 ], "the part of a coin-operated machine into which coins are placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,1,1 ], "a metal disc or piece used as money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,1,2 ], "metal currency, as opposed to securities, paper currency, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of quoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,1,4 ], "pay back in own coin| to treat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,1,5 ], "(a person) in the way that he has treated others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,2,1 ], "to make or stamp (coins)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,3,1 ], "to make into a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,4,1 ], "to fabricate or invent (words, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,5,1 ], "to make (money) rapidly (esp| in the phrase coin it in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,5,2 ], "to coin a phrase| said ironically after one uses a cliche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin",1,5,3 ], "the other side of the coin| the opposite view of a matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin-op",1,1,1 ], "a launderette or other service installation in which the machines are operated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coin-op",1,1,1 ], "by insertion of a coin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coinage",1,1,1 ], "coins collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinage",1,1,2 ], "the act of striking coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinage",1,1,3 ], "the currency of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinage",1,1,4 ], "the act of inventing something, esp| a word or phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinage",1,1,5 ], "a newly invented word, phrase, usage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincide",1,1,1 ], "to occur or exist simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincide",1,1,2 ], "to be identical in nature, character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincide",1,1,3 ], "to agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincidence",1,1,1 ], "a chance occurrence of events remarkable either for being simultaneous or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincidence",1,1,1 ], "apparently being connected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coincidence",1,1,2 ], "the fact, condition, or state of coinciding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincidence",1,1,3 ], "input terminals receive pulses within a specified interval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coincidence",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a circuit that produces an output pulse only when both its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincident",1,1,1 ], "having the same position in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coincident",1,1,2 ], "(usually postpositive and foll| by with) in exact agreement; consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinsurance",1,1,1 ], "a method of insurance by which property is insured for a certain percentage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinsurance",1,1,1 ], "its value by a commercial insurance policy while the owner assumes liability for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coinsurance",1,1,1 ], "the remainder" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coinsurance",1,1,2 ], "joint insurance held by two or more persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinsure",1,1,1 ], "to take out coinsurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coinsure",1,1,2 ], "to insure (property) jointly with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coir",1,1,1 ], "matting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coir",1,1,1 ], "the fibre prepared from the husk of the coconut, used in making rope and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coit",1,1,1 ], "buttocks; backside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coitus interruptus",1,1,1 ], "the deliberate withdrawal of the penis from the vagina before ejaculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coitus reservatus",1,1,1 ], "the deliberate delaying or avoidance of orgasm during intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coitus",1,1,1 ], "a technical term for sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cojones",1,1,1 ], "testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cojones",1,1,2 ], "manly courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coke",1,1,1 ], "a solid-fuel product containing about 80 per cent of carbon produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coke",1,1,1 ], "distillation of coal to drive off its volatile constituents: used as a fuel and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coke",1,1,1 ], "metallurgy as a reducing agent for converting metal oxides into metals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coke",1,1,2 ], "any similar material, such as the layer formed in the cylinders of a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coke",1,1,2 ], "engine by incomplete combustion of the fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coke",1,2,1 ], "to become or convert into coke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coke",2,1,1 ], "short for cocaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cokuloris",1,1,1 ], "a palette with irregular holes, placed between lighting and camera to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cokuloris",1,1,1 ], "glare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "col",1,1,1 ], "a strip of land or a ridge connecting two outlying features, such as mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "col",1,1,1 ], "peaks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "col",1,1,2 ], "a pressure region between two anticyclones and two depressions, associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "col",1,1,2 ], "with variable weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "col-",1,1,1 ], "variant of com- before l: collateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "col-",2,1,1 ], "variant of colo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cola nut",1,1,1 ], "any of the seeds of the cola tree, which contain caffeine and theobromine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cola nut",1,1,1 ], "are used medicinally and in the manufacture of soft drinks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cola",1,1,1 ], "either of two tropical sterculiaceous trees, Cola nitida or C| acuminata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cola",1,1,1 ], "widely cultivated in tropical regions for their seeds (see cola nut)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cola",1,1,2 ], "a sweet carbonated drink flavoured with cola nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cola",2,1,1 ], "the plural of colon ,1,3 or colon'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colander",1,1,1 ], "a pan with a perforated bottom for straining or rinsing foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colatitude",1,1,1 ], "the complement of the celestial latitude|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colcannon",1,1,1 ], "a dish, originating in Ireland, of potatoes and cabbage or other greens boiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colcannon",1,1,1 ], "and mashed together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colchicine",1,1,1 ], "a pale-yellow crystalline alkaloid extracted from seeds or corms of the autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colchicine",1,1,1 ], "crocus and used in the treatment of gout| Formula: C22H25NO6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colchicum",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian liliaceous plant of the genus Colchicum, such as the autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colchicum",1,1,1 ], "crocus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colchicum",1,1,2 ], "the dried seeds or corms of the autumn crocus: a source of colchicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colcothar",1,1,1 ], "a finely powdered form of ferric oxide produced by heating ferric sulphate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colcothar",1,1,1 ], "used as a pigment and as jewellers' rouge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold cathode",1,1,1 ], "a cathode from which electrons are emitted at an ambient temperature, due to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold cathode",1,1,1 ], "high potential gradient at the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold chisel",1,1,1 ], "a toughened steel chisel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold cream",1,1,1 ], "an emulsion of water and fat used cosmetically for softening and cleansing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold cream",1,1,1 ], "skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold cuts",1,1,1 ], "cooked meats sliced and served cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold duck",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic beverage made from equal parts of burgundy and champagne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold feet",1,1,1 ], "loss or lack of courage or confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold frame",1,1,1 ], "an unheated wooden frame with a glass top, used to protect young plants from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold frame",1,1,1 ], "the cold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold front",1,1,1 ], "beneath and behind as it moves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold front",1,1,1 ], "the boundary line between a warm air mass and the cold air pushing it from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold front",1,1,2 ], "the line on the earth's surface where the cold front meets it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold light",1,1,1 ], "in fluorescence, phosphorescence, bioluminescence, or triboluminescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold light",1,1,1 ], "light emitted at low temperatures from a source that is not incandescent, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold pack",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of lowering the body temperature by wrapping a person in a sheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold pack",1,1,1,1 ], "soaked in cold water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold pack",1,1,1,2 ], "the sheet so used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold pack",1,1,2 ], "a tinning process in which raw food is packed in cans or jars and then heated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold rubber",1,1,1 ], "synthetic rubber made at low temperatures (about 5 degrees C)| It is stronger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold rubber",1,1,1 ], "than that made at higher temperatures and is used for car tyres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold shoulder" ,1, 1, 1],"(often preceded by the) a show of indifference; a slight",1). c_DEF([ "cold shoulder" ,1, 2, 1],"der",1). c_DEF([ "cold shoulder" ,1, 3, 1],"to treat with indifference",1). c_DEF([ "cold snap",1,1,1 ], "a sudden short spell of cold weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold sore",1,1,1 ], "a cluster of blisters at the margin of the lips that sometimes accompanies the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold sore",1,1,1 ], "common cold, caused by a viral infection| Technical name: herpes labialis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold storage",1,1,1 ], "the storage of things in an artificially cooled place for preservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold storage",1,1,2 ], "a state of temporary suspension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold sweat",1,1,1 ], "a bodily reaction to fear or nervousness, characterized by chill and moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold sweat",1,1,1 ], "skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold turkey",1,1,1 ], "a method of curing drug addiction by abrupt withdrawal of all doses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold war",1,1,1 ], "American and Soviet blocs after World War II (the Cold War)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cold war",1,1,1 ], "a state of political hostility and military tension between two countries or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold war",1,1,1 ], "power blocs, involving propaganda, subversion, threats, etc|, esp| that between the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold warrior",1,1,1 ], "a person who engages in or promotes a cold war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold wave",1,1,1 ], "a sudden spell of low temperatures over a wide area, often following the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold wave",1,1,1 ], "passage of a cold front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold wave",1,1,2 ], "a permanent wave made by chemical agents applied at normal temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold work" ,1, 1, 1],"the craft of shaping metal without heat",1). c_DEF([ "cold work" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|)",1). c_DEF([ "cold work" ,1, 2, 2],"to shape metal in this way",1). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,1 ], "having relatively little warmth; of a rather low temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,10 ], "denoting or relating to a process in which work-hardening occurs as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,10 ], "of the plastic deformation of a metal at too low a temperature for annealing to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,10 ], "take place" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,11 ], "(of a seeker) far from the object of a search" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,12 ], "cold comfort| little or no comfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,13 ], "cold steel| the use of bayonets, knives, etc|, in combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,14 ], "in cold blood| without feeling pity or remorse; ruthlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,15 ], "leave cold| Informal| to fail to excite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,16 ], "throw cold water on| Informal| to be unenthusiastic about or discourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,2 ], "without sufficient or proper warmth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,3 ], "lacking in affection, enthusiasm, or warmth of feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,4 ], "not affected by emotion; objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,5 ], "dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,6 ], "sexually unresponsive or frigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,7 ], "lacking in freshness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,8 ], "chilling to the spirit; depressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,9 ], "(of a colour) having violet, blue, or green predominating; giving no sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,1,9 ], "of warmth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,2,1 ], "the absence of heat regarded as a positive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,2,2 ], "the sensation caused by loss or lack of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,2,3 ], "(out) in the cold| Informal| neglected; ignored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,2,4 ], "an acute viral infection of the upper respiratory passages characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,2,4 ], "discharge of watery mucus from the nose, sneezing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,3,1 ], "without preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold",1,3,2 ], "thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold-blooded",1,1,1 ], "having or showing a lack of feeling or pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold-blooded",1,1,2 ], "particularly sensitive to cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold-blooded",1,1,3 ], "(of all animals except birds and mammals) having a body temperature that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold-blooded",1,1,3 ], "varies with that of the surroundings| Technical term: poikilothermic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold-drawn",1,1,1 ], "(of metal wire, bars, etc|) having been drawn unheated through a die to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold-drawn",1,1,1 ], "dimensions, toughen, and improve surface finish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold-hearted",1,1,1 ], "lacking in feeling or warmth; unkind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cold-weld",1,1,1 ], "oxide films are broken and adhesion occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cold-weld",1,1,1 ], "to join (two metal surfaces) without heat by forcing them together so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cole",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the genus Brassica, such as the cabbage and rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of part or all of the colon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colemanite",1,1,1 ], "Ca2B6O11|5H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "colemanite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white glassy mineral consisting of hydrated calcium borate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colemanite",1,1,1 ], "monoclinic crystalline form| It occurs with and is a source of borax| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coleopteran" ,1, 1, 1],"any of the insects of the cosmopolitan order Coleoptera, in which the",1). c_DEF([ "coleopteran" ,1, 1, 1],"beetles and weevils",3). c_DEF([ "coleopteran" ,1, 1, 1],"forewings are modified to form shell-like protective elytra|The order includes the",2). c_DEF([ "coleopteran" ,1, 2, 1],"also coleopterous",1). c_DEF([ "coleopteran" ,1, 2, 2],"of, relating to, or belonging to the order Coleoptera",1). c_DEF([ "coleoptile",1,1,1 ], "a protective sheath around the plumule in grasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coleorhiza",1,1,1 ], "a protective sheath around the radicle in grasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coleslaw",1,1,1 ], "a salad of shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, carrots, onions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coleus",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the Old World genus Coleus: cultivated for their variegated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coleus",1,1,1 ], "leaves, typically marked with red, yellow, or white: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colewort",1,1,1 ], "another name for cole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coley",1,1,1 ], "any of various edible fishes, esp| the coalfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colic",1,1,1 ], "a condition characterized by acute spasmodic abdominal pain, esp| that caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colic",1,1,1 ], "by inflammation, distention, etc|, of the gastrointestinal tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colicroot",1,1,1 ], "colic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "colicroot",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American liliaceous plants, Aletris farinosa or A| aurea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colicroot",1,1,1 ], "having tubular white or yellow flowers and a bitter root formerly used to relieve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colicroot",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants formerly used to relieve colic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colicweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genera DicentraorCorydalis,such as the squirrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colicweed",1,1,1 ], "corn and, Dutchman's-breeches: family Fumariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coliform bacteria",1,1,1 ], "a large group of bacteria that inhabit the intestinal tract of man and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coliform bacteria",1,1,1 ], "and may cause disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coliseum",1,1,1 ], "a large building, such as a stadium or theatre, used for entertainments," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coliseum",1,1,1 ], "sports, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the colon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collaborate",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on, with, etc|) to work with another or others on a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collaborate",1,1,1 ], "project" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collaborate",1,1,2 ], "to cooperate as a traitor, esp| with an enemy occupying one's own country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collage",1,1,1 ], "an art form in which compositions are made out of pieces of paper, cloth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collage",1,1,1 ], "photographs, and other miscellaneous objects, juxtaposed and pasted on a dry ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collage",1,1,2 ], "a composition made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collage",1,1,3 ], "any collection of unrelated things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collagen",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous scleroprotein of connective tissue and bones that is rich in glycine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collagen",1,1,1 ], "and proline and yields gelatin on boiling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collapsar",1,1,1 ], "another name for black hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collapse",1,1,1 ], "to fall down or cave in suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collapse",1,2,1 ], "to fail completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collapse",1,3,1 ], "to break down or fall down from lack of strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collapse",1,3,2 ], "fold compactly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collapse",1,3,2 ], "to fold (furniture, etc|) compactly or (of furniture, etc|) to be designed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collapse",1,4,1 ], "the act or instance of suddenly falling down, caving in, or crumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collapse",1,4,2 ], "a sudden failure or breakdown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar cell",1,1,1 ], "another name for choanocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,1 ], "folded over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,1 ], "the part of a garment around the neck and shoulders, often detachable or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,2 ], "any band, necklace, garland, etc|, encircling the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,3 ], "a band or chain of leather, rope, or metal placed around an animal's neck to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,3 ], "restrain, harness, or identify it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,4 ], "a marking or structure resembling a collar, such as that found around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,4 ], "necks of some birds or at the junction of a stem and a root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,5 ], "a section of a shaft or rod having a locally increased diameter to provide a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,5 ], "bearing seat or a locating ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,6 ], "a cut of meat, esp| bacon, taken from around the neck of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,1,7 ], "hot under the collar| Informal| angry; excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,2,1 ], "to put a collar on; furnish with a collar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,2,2 ], "to seize by the collar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collar",1,2,3 ], "to seize; arrest; detain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collarbone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for clavicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collard",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the cabbage, Brassica oleracea acephala, having a crown of edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collard",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collard",1,1,2 ], "the leaves of this plant, eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collared dove",1,1,1 ], "a European dove, Streptopelia decaocto, having a brownish-grey plumage with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collared dove",1,1,1 ], "black band on the back of the neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collarette",1,1,1 ], "a woman's fur or lace collar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collate",1,1,1 ], "agreement and disagreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collate",1,1,1 ], "to examine and compare (texts, statements, etc|) in order to note points of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collate",1,1,2 ], "(in library work) to check the number and order of (the pages of a book)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collate",1,1,2,1 ], "to check the sequence of (the sections of a book) after gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collate",1,1,2,2 ], "a nontechnical word for gather ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collate",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collate",1,1,4 ], "to appoint (an incumbent) to a benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,1,1,1 ], "security pledged for the repayment of a loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,1,2 ], "a person, animal, or plant descended from the same ancestor as another but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,1,2 ], "through a different line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,2,1 ], "situated or running side by side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,2,2 ], "descended from a common ancestor but through different lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,2,3 ], "serving to support or corroborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,2,4 ], "aside from the main issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collateral",1,2,5 ], "uniting in tendency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of collating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collation",1,1,2 ], "a description of the technical features of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collation",1,1,3 ], "a light meal permitted on fast days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collation",1,1,4 ], "any light informal meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collation",1,1,5 ], "the appointment of a clergyman to a benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collative",1,1,1 ], "involving collation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collative",1,1,2 ], "(of benefices) presented or held by collation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collator",1,1,1 ], "a person or machine that collates texts or manuscripts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collator",1,1,2 ], "a device for matching or checking punched cards in separate files and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collator",1,1,2 ], "merging two or more files sorted into the same ordered sequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collat|",1,1,1 ], "collateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colleague",1,1,1 ], "a fellow worker or member of a staff, department, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,1,1 ], "to gather together or be gathered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,1,2 ], "to accumulate (stamps, books, etc|) as a hobby or for study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,2,1 ], "to call for or receive payment of (taxes, dues, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,3,1 ], "surprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,3,1 ], "to regain control of (oneself, one's emotions, etc|) as after a shock or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,4,1 ], "to fetch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,5,1 ], "to receive large sums of money, as from an investment, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,5,2 ], "to collide with; be hit by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,5,3 ], "collect on delivery| the U|S| term for cash on delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,7,1 ], "(of telephone calls, etc|) on a transferred-charge basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",1,8,1 ], "a winning bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",2,1,1 ], "a short Church prayer generally preceding the lesson or epistle in Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collect",2,1,1 ], "and other services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collectanea",1,1,1 ], "a collection of excerpts from one or more authors; miscellany; anthology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collected",1,1,1 ], "in full control of one's faculties; composed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collected",1,1,2 ], "assembled in totality or brought together into one volume or a set of volumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collected",1,1,3 ], "(of a horse or a horse''s pace) controlled so that movement is in short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collected",1,1,3 ], "restricted steps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collection",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of collecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collection",1,1,2 ], "a number of things collected or assembled together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collection",1,1,3 ], "something gathered into a mass or pile; accumulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collection",1,1,4 ], "a sum of money collected or solicited, as in church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collection",1,1,5 ], "removal, esp| regular removal of letters from a postbox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collection",1,1,6 ], "(at Oxford University) a college examination or an oral report by a tutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective bargaining",1,1,1 ], "negotiation between a trade union and an employer or an employers'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective bargaining",1,1,1 ], "organization on the incomes and working conditions of the employees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collective farm",1,1,1 ], "(chiefly in Communist countries) a farm or group of farms managed and owned," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective farm",1,1,1 ], "through the state, by the community|Russian name: kolkhoz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collective fruit",1,1,1 ], "another name for multiple fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective noun",1,1,1 ], "a noun that is singular in form but that refers to a group of people or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective noun",1,1,1 ], "things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collective ownership",1,1,1 ], "ownership by a group for the benefit of members of that group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective pitch lever",1,1,1 ], "a lever in a helicopter to change the angle of attack of all the rotor blades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective pitch lever",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously, causing it to rise or descend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collective security",1,1,1 ], "a system of maintaining world peace and security by concerted action on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective security",1,1,1 ], "part of the nations of the world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collective unconscious",1,1,1 ], "(in Jungian psychological theory) a part of the unconscious mind incorporating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective unconscious",1,1,1 ], "are inherited, may be arranged into archetypes, and are observable through their" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "collective unconscious",1,1,1 ], "effects on dreams, behaviour, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "collective unconscious",1,1,1 ], "patterns of memories, instincts, and experiences common to all mankind|These patterns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collective",1,1,1 ], "formed or assembled by collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective",1,1,2 ], "forming a whole or aggregate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective",1,1,3 ], "of, done by, or characteristic of individuals acting in cooperation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective",1,2,1,1 ], "a cooperative enterprise or unit, such as a collective farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective",1,2,1,2 ], "the members of such a cooperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collective",1,2,2 ], "short for collective noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collectivism",1,1,1 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collectivism",1,1,1 ], "the principle of ownership of the means of production, by the state or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collectivism",1,1,2 ], "a social system based upon such a principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collectivity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being collective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collectivity",1,1,2 ], "a collective whole or aggregate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collectivity",1,1,3 ], "people regarded as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collectivize",1,1,1 ], "to organize according to the principles of collectivism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collector",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that collects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collector",1,1,2 ], "a person employed to collect debts, rents, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collector",1,1,3 ], "the head of a district administration in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collector",1,1,4 ], "a person who collects or amasses objects as a hobby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collector",1,1,5 ], "the region in a transistor into which charge carriers flow from the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collectorate",1,1,1 ], "the office of a collector in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colleen",1,1,1 ], "an Irish word for girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colleen",1,1,2 ], "an Irish girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college of advanced technology",1,1,1 ], "a college offering degree or equivalent courses in technology, with research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college of advanced technology",1,1,1 ], "facilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "college of arms",1,1,1 ], "any of several institutions in Great Britain having a royal charter to deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college of arms",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "college of arms",1,1,1 ], "with matters of heraldry, grant armorial bearings, record and trace genealogies," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "college of education",1,1,1 ], "a professional training college for teachers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college pudding",1,1,1 ], "a baked or steamed suet pudding containing dried fruit and spice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college",1,1,1 ], "an institution of higher education; part of a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college",1,1,2 ], "a school or an institution providing specialized courses or teaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college",1,1,3 ], "the building or buildings in which a college is housed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college",1,1,4 ], "the staff and students of a college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college",1,1,5 ], "an organized body of persons with specific rights and duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college",1,1,6 ], "a body of clerics living in community and supported by endowment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "college",1,1,7 ], "an obsolete slang word for prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegian",1,1,1 ], "a current member of a college; student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate church",1,1,1 ], "Church, Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate church",1,1,2 ], "a church that has an endowed chapter of canons and prebendaries attached to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate church",1,1,2 ], "but that is not a cathedral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate church",1,1,3 ], "one of a group of churches presided over by a body of pastors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate church",1,1,4 ], "a church served by two or more ministers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate church",1,1,5 ], "a large church endowed in the Middle Ages to become a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate church",1,1,6 ], "a chapel either endowed by or connected with a college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate institute",1,1,1 ], "a high school concentrating on an academic education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a college or college students" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate",1,1,2 ], "(of a university) composed of various colleges of equal standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate",1,2,1 ], "(in various Canadian provinces) a high school offering a purely academic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegiate",1,2,1 ], "education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collegium",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) a board in charge of a department, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collegium",1,1,2 ], "another term for College of Cardinals or Sacred College" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collembolan",1,1,1 ], "any small primitive wingless insect of the order Collembola, which comprises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collembolan",1,1,1 ], "the springtails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collembolan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Collembola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collenchyma",1,1,1 ], "a strengthening and supporting tissue in plants, consisting of elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collenchyma",1,1,1 ], "living cells whose walls are thickened with cellulose and pectins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collet",1,1,1 ], "(in a jewellery setting) a band or coronet-shaped claw that holds an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collet",1,1,1 ], "individual stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collet",1,1,2 ], "an externally tapered sleeve made in two or more segments and used to grip a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collet",1,1,2 ], "shaft passed through its centre when the sleeve is compressed by being inserted in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collet",1,1,2 ], "similarly tapered hole" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "collet",1,1,3 ], "a small metal collar that supports the inner end of the hairspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collet",1,2,1 ], "to mount in a collet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collide",1,1,1 ], "to crash together with a violent impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collide",1,1,2 ], "to conflict in attitude, opinion, or desire; clash; disagree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collie",1,1,1 ], "a silky-coated breed of sheepdog with a long ruff and a long narrow head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collier",1,1,1 ], "a coal miner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collier",1,1,1,1 ], "a ship designed to transport coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collier",1,1,1,2 ], "a member of its crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colliery",1,1,1 ], "a coal mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colligate",1,1,1 ], "to connect or link together; tie; join" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colligate",1,1,2 ], "to relate (isolated facts, observations, etc|) by a general hypothesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colligative",1,1,1 ], "(of a physical property of a substance) depending on the concentrations of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colligative",1,1,1 ], "atoms, ions, and molecules that are present rather than on their nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collimate",1,1,1 ], "to adjust the line of sight of (an optical instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collimate",1,1,2 ], "to use a collimator on (a beam of radiation or particles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collimate",1,1,3 ], "to make parallel or bring into line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collimator",1,1,1 ], "a small telescope attached to a larger optical instrument as an aid in fixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collimator",1,1,1 ], "its line of sight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collimator",1,1,2 ], "an optical system of lenses and slits producing a nondivergent beam of light," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collimator",1,1,2 ], "usually for use in spectroscopes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collimator",1,1,3 ], "any device for limiting the size and angle of spread of a beam of radiation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collimator",1,1,3 ], "particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collinear",1,1,1 ], "lying on the same straight line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collinear",1,1,2 ], "having a common line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collins",1,1,1 ], "a tall fizzy iced drink made with gin, vodka, rum, etc|, mixed with fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collins",1,1,1 ], "juice, soda water, and sugar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collinsia",1,1,1 ], "a North American plant of the scrophulariaceous genus Collinsia, having blue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collinsia",1,1,1 ], "white, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collision",1,1,1 ], "a violent impact of moving objects; crash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collision",1,1,2 ], "the conflict of opposed ideas, wishes, attitudes, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collision",1,1,3 ], "an event in which two or more bodies or particles come together with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collision",1,1,3 ], "resulting exchange of energy and change of direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collocate",1,1,1 ], "to group or place together in some system or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collocation",1,1,1 ], "a grouping together of things in a certain order, as of the words in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collocation",1,1,1 ], "sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collocutor",1,1,1 ], "a person who talks or engages in conversation with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collodion",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellow syrupy liquid that consists of a solution of pyroxylin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collodion",1,1,1 ], "in ether and alcohol: used in medicine and in the manufacture of photographic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collodion",1,1,1 ], "plates, lacquers, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "collogue",1,1,1 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collogue",1,1,2 ], "usually foll| by with) to confer confidentially; intrigue or conspire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 1],"suspension",1). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 2],",7, and 10 ' #- ,9, metre, suspended in a continuous phase of another component|The",2). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 2],"a mixture having particles of one component, with diameters between 10 ' #-",1). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 2],"mixture has properties between those of a solution and a fine suspension",3). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 3],"the solid suspended phase in such a mixture",1). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 4],"a substance that in solution does not penetrate a semipermeable membrane",1). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 5],"a gelatinous substance of the thyroid follicles that holds the hormonal",1). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 1, 5],"secretions of the thyroid gland",2). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 2, 1],"degenerating tissues",2). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 2, 1],"of or relating to the gluelike translucent material found in certain",1). c_DEF([ "colloid" ,1, 2, 2],"of, denoting, or having the character of a colloid",1). c_DEF([ "collop",1,1,1 ], "a slice of meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collop",1,1,2 ], "a small piece of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquial",1,1,2 ], "denoting or characterized by informal or conversational idiom or vocabulary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquialism",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase appropriate to conversation and other informal situations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquialism",1,1,2 ], "the use of colloquial words and phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquium",1,1,1 ], "an informal gathering for discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquium",1,1,2 ], "an academic seminar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquy",1,1,1 ], "a formal conversation or conference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquy",1,1,2 ], "a literary work in dialogue form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloquy",1,1,3 ], "an informal conference on religious or theological matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colloq|",1,1,1 ], "colloquial(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collotype",1,1,1 ], "a method of printing from a flat surface of hardened gelatin: used mainly for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collotype",1,1,1 ], "fine-detail reproduction in monochrome or colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "collotype",1,1,2 ], "a print made using this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collude",1,1,1 ], "to conspire together, esp| in planning a fraud connive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collusion",1,1,1 ], "secret agreement for a fraudulent purpose; connivance; conspiracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collusion",1,1,2 ], "a secret agreement between opponents at law in order to obtain a judicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collusion",1,1,2 ], "decision for some wrongful or improper purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colluvium",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of rock fragments from the bases of cliffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colly" ,1, 1, 1],"collies",1). c_DEF([ "colly" ,1, 1, 1],"soot or grime, such as coal dust",1). c_DEF([ "collyrium",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for eyewash ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collywobbles",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collywobbles",1,1,2 ], "an upset stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collywobbles",1,1,3 ], "acute diarrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "collywobbles",1,1,4 ], "an intense feeling of nervousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coll|",1,1,1 ], "colleague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coll|",1,1,2 ], "collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coll|",1,1,3 ], "collector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coll|",1,1,4 ], "college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coll|",1,1,5 ], "collegiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coll|",1,1,6 ], "colloquial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the colon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colobus",1,1,1 ], "any leaf-eating arboreal Old World monkey of the genus Colobus, of W and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colobus",1,1,1 ], "central Africa, having a slender body, long silky fur, long tail, and reduced or absent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colobus",1,1,1 ], "thumbs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "colocynth",1,1,1 ], "a cucurbitaceous climbing plant, Citrullus colocynthis, of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colocynth",1,1,1 ], "region and Asia, having bitter-tasting fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colocynth",1,1,2 ], "the dried fruit pulp of this plant, used as a strong purgative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cologarithm",1,1,1 ], "logarithm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cologarithm",1,1,1 ], "the logarithm of the reciprocal of a number; the negative value of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cologne",1,1,1 ], "a perfumed liquid or solid made of fragrant essential oils and alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colon",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark : , usually preceding an explanation or an example of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colon",1,1,1 ], "what has gone before, a list, or an extended quotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colon",1,1,2 ], "245 p|m|, or when a ratio is given in figures, as in 53|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colon",1,1,2 ], "this mark used for certain other purposes, such as expressions of time, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colon",1,1,3 ], "(in classical prosody) a part of a rhythmical period with two to six feet and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colon",1,1,3 ], "one principal accent or ictus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colon",2,1,1 ], "the part of the large intestine between the caecum and the rectum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colon",3,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Costa Rica, divided into 100 centimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colon",3,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of El Salvador, divided into 100 centavos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colon",4,1,1 ], "a colonial farmer or plantation owner, esp| in a French colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonel",1,1,1 ], "an officer of land or air forces junior to a brigadier but senior to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonel",1,1,1 ], "lieutenant colonel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonial experience",1,1,1 ], "Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonial experience",1,1,1 ], "experience of farming, etc|, gained by a young Englishman in colonial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,1 ], "colonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, relating to, possessing, or inhabiting a colony or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,2 ], "United States of America (1776)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or relating to the 13 British colonies that became the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the colonies of the British Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,4 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of Neoclassical architecture used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,4 ], "in the British colonies in America in the 17th and 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,5 ], "(of organisms such as corals and bryozoans) existing as a colony of polyps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,6 ], "(of animals and plants) having become established in a community in a new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,1,6 ], "environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonial",1,2,1 ], "a native of a colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonialism",1,1,1 ], "areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonialism",1,1,1 ], "the policy and practice of a power in extending control over weaker peoples or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonic",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the colon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonic",1,1,1,2 ], "Med| relating to irrigation of the colon for cleansing purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonic",1,2,1 ], "colon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colonic",1,2,1 ], "irrigation of the colon by injecting large amounts of fluid high into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonist",1,1,1 ], "a person who settles or colonizes an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonist",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant or member of a colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonitis",1,1,1 ], "another word for colitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonize",1,1,1 ], "to send colonists to or establish a colony in (an area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonize",1,1,2 ], "to settle in (an area) as colonists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonize",1,2,1 ], "to transform (a community, etc|) into a colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonize",1,2,2 ], "(of plants and animals) to become established in (a new environment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonnade",1,1,1 ], "a set of evenly-spaced columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colonnade",1,1,2 ], "a row of regularly spaced trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,1 ], "a body of people who settle in a country distant from their homeland but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,1 ], "maintain ties with it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,2 ], "the community formed by such settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,3 ], "a subject territory occupied by a settlement from the ruling state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,3,1 ], "a community of people who form a national, racial, or cultural minority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,3,1 ], "a group of the same type of animal or plant living or growing together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,3,2 ], "an interconnected group of polyps of a colonial organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,3,2 ], "the area itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,4 ], "a group of bacteria, fungi, etc|, derived from one or a few spores, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colony",1,1,4 ], "grown on a culture medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colophon",1,1,1 ], "a publisher's emblem on a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colophon",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) an inscription at the end of a book showing the title, printer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colophon",1,1,2 ], "date, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colophony",1,1,1 ], "another name for rosin ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloquintida",1,1,1 ], "another name for colocynth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "color",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colorant",1,1,1 ], "any substance that imparts colour, such as a pigment, dye, or ink; colouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colorant",1,1,1 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coloration",1,1,1 ], "arrangement of colour and tones; colouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloration",1,1,2 ], "the colouring or markings of insects, birds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloratura",1,1,1,1 ], "(in 18th- and 19th-century arias)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloratura",1,1,2 ], "a florid virtuoso passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloratura",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloratura",1,1,3 ], "a lyric soprano who specializes in such music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colorific",1,1,1 ], "producing, imparting, or relating to colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colorimeter",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for determining the concentration of a solution of a coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colorimeter",1,1,1 ], "substance by comparing the intensity of its colour with that of a standard solution or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colorimeter",1,1,1 ], "with standard colour slides" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "colorimeter",1,1,2 ], "any apparatus for measuring the quality of a colour by comparison with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colorimeter",1,1,2 ], "standard colours or combinations of colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colossal",1,1,1 ], "of immense size; huge; gigantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colossal",1,1,2 ], "(in figure sculpture) approximately twice life-size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colossal",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the order of columns and pilasters that extend more than one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colossal",1,1,3 ], "storey in a facade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colosseum",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of coliseum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colossus",1,1,1 ], "something very large, esp| a statue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colostomy",1,1,1 ], "body, which functions as an anus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colostomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical formation of an opening from the colon onto the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colostrum",1,1,1 ], "lactation| It consists largely of serum and white blood cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colostrum",1,1,1 ], "the thin milky secretion from the nipples that precedes and follows true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colotomy",1,1,1 ], "a colonic incision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour bar",1,1,1 ], "against Blacks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour bar",1,1,1 ], "discrimination against people of a different race, esp| as practised by Whites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour code",1,1,1 ], "a system of easily distinguishable colours, as for the identification of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour code",1,1,1 ], "electrical wires or resistors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour filter",1,1,1 ], "a thin layer of coloured gelatin, glass, etc|, that transmits light of its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour filter",1,1,1 ], "colour but considerably reduces the transmission of other colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour guard",1,1,1 ], "a military guard in a parade, ceremony, etc|, that carries and escorts the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour guard",1,1,1 ], "flag or regimental colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour index",1,1,1 ], "a star, indicating its colour and temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour index",1,1,1 ], "the difference between the photographic magnitude and the visual magnitude of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour index",1,1,2 ], "of the total minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour index",1,1,2 ], "the sum of the dark or coloured minerals of a rock, expressed as a percentage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour line",1,1,1 ], "the social separation of racial groups within a community (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour line",1,1,1 ], "to cross the colour line)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour phase",1,1,1 ], "a seasonal change in the coloration of some animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour phase",1,1,2 ], "an abnormal variation in the coloration shown by a group of animals within a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour phase",1,1,2 ], "species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour scheme",1,1,1 ], "a planned combination or juxtaposition of colours, as in interior decorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour sergeant",1,1,1 ], "a sergeant who carries the regimental, battalion, or national colours, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour sergeant",1,1,1 ], "colour guard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour supplement",1,1,1 ], "an illustrated magazine accompanying a newspaper, esp| a Sunday newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,1 ], "a colour, such as red or green, that possesses hue, as opposed to achromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,1 ], "an attribute of things that results from the light they reflect, transmit, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,1 ], "colours such as white or black" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,1 ], "emit in so far as this light causes a visual sensation that depends on its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,1 ], "wavelengths" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,2 ], "attribute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,2 ], "the aspect of visual perception by which an observer recognizes this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,3 ], "the quality of the light producing this aspect of visual perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,1,4 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,2 ], "a substance, such as a dye, pigment, or paint, that imparts colour to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,2 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,2,1 ], "the skin complexion of a person, esp| as determined by his race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,3 ], "light and shade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,3 ], "the use of all the hues in painting as distinct from composition, form, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,4 ], "the quantity and quality of ink used in a printing process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,5 ], "the distinctive tone of a musical sound; timbre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,6 ], "vividness, authenticity, or individuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,7 ], "colour of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,7 ], "semblance or pretext (esp| in the phrases take on a different colour, under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,8 ], "a precious mineral particle, esp| gold, found in auriferous gravel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,9 ], "off colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,9,1 ], "not well; ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,1,9,2 ], "in bad taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,2,1 ], "to give or apply colour to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,3,1 ], "is spoken or recounted)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,3,1 ], "to give a convincing or plausible appearance to (something, esp| to that which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,4,1 ], "to influence or distort (something, esp| a report or opinion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,5,1 ], "to become red in the face, esp| when embarrassed or annoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour",1,6,1 ], "(esp| of ripening fruit) to change hue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colour-blind",1,1,1 ], "colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colour-blind",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any defect in the normal ability to distinguish certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourable",1,1,2 ], "appearing to be true; plausible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourable",1,1,3 ], "pretended; feigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloured",1,1,1 ], "possessing colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloured",1,1,2 ], "having a strong element of fiction or fantasy; distorted (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloured",1,1,2 ], "highly coloured)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colourfast",1,1,1 ], "(of a fabric) having a colour that does not run or change when washed or worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourful",1,1,1 ], "having intense colour or richly varied colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourful",1,1,2 ], "vivid, rich, or distinctive in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colouring",1,1,1 ], "the process or art of applying colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colouring",1,1,2 ], "anything used to give colour, such as dye, paint, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colouring",1,1,3 ], "appearance with regard to shade and colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colouring",1,1,4 ], "arrangements of colours and tones, as in the markings of birds and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colouring",1,1,5 ], "the colour of a person's features or complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colouring",1,1,6 ], "a false or misleading appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourist",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses colour, esp| an artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourist",1,1,2 ], "a person who colours photographs, esp| black-and-white ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourless",1,1,1 ], "without colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourless",1,1,2 ], "lacking in interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourless",1,1,3 ], "grey or pallid in tone or hue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourless",1,1,4 ], "without prejudice; neutral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colourman",1,1,1 ], "a person who deals in paints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,1,1 ], "the flag that indicates nationality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,1,2 ], "Military| the ceremony of hoisting or lowering the colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,2 ], "true nature or character (esp| in the phrase show one's colours)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,3 ], "a distinguishing badge or flag, as of an academic institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,4 ], "a badge or other symbol denoting membership of a team, esp| at a school or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,4 ], "college" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,5 ], "nail one's colours to the mast| to refuse to admit defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colours",1,1,6 ], "with flying colours| with great credit; very successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coloury",1,1,1 ], "possessing colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colpitis",1,1,1 ], "another name for vaginitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colpo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the vagina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colporteur",1,1,1 ], "a hawker of books, esp| bibles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colt",1,1,1 ], "a male horse or pony under the age of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colt",1,1,2 ], "an awkward or inexperienced young person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colt",1,1,2,1 ], "a young and inexperienced player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colt",1,1,2,2 ], "a member of a junior team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colter",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of coulter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coltish",1,1,1 ], "inexperienced; unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coltish",1,1,2 ], "playful and lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coltsfoot",1,1,1 ], "a European plant, Tussilago farfara, with yellow daisy-like flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coltsfoot",1,1,1 ], "heart-shaped leaves: a common weed: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colubrid",1,1,1 ], "any snake of the family Colubridae, including many harmless snakes, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colubrid",1,1,1 ], "the grass snake and whip snakes, and some venomous types" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colubrid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Colubridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colubrine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colubrine",1,1,2 ], "colubrid snakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colubrine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Colubrinae, a subfamily of harmless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colugo",1,1,1 ], "another name for flying lemur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbarium",1,1,1 ], "another name for a dovecote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbarium",1,1,2 ], "a vault having niches for funeral urns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbarium",1,1,3 ], "a hole in a wall into which a beam is inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbic",1,1,1 ], "another word for niobic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbine",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the ranunculaceous genus Aquilegia, having purple, blue, yellow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbine",1,1,1 ], "or red flowers with five spurred petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "columbine",2,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a dove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbite",1,1,1 ], "a black mineral consisting of a mixed niobium and tantalum oxide of iron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbite",1,1,1 ], "manganese in orthorhombic crystalline form: occurs in coarse granite, often with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "columbite",1,1,1 ], "tantalite, and is an ore of niobium and tantalum| Formula: (Fe, Mn)(Nb,Ta)2O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "columbium",1,1,1 ], "former name of niobium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columbous",1,1,1 ], "another word for niobous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columella",1,1,1 ], "some fungi and mosses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "columella",1,1,1 ], "the central part of plant or animal organs, as of the spore-producing body of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columella",1,1,2 ], "a small rodlike bone in the middle ear of frogs, reptiles, and birds that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columella",1,1,2 ], "transmits sound to the inner ear: homologous to the mammalian stapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "column inch",1,1,1 ], "a unit of measurement for advertising space, one inch deep and one column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column inch",1,1,1 ], "wide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,1 ], "an upright post or pillar usually having a cylindrical shaft, a base, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,1 ], "capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,1,1 ], "a form or structure in the shape of a column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,1,2 ], "a monument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,2 ], "a row, line, or file, as of people in a queue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,3 ], "a formation in which individual units follow one behind the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,3,1 ], "a single row of type on a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,3,2 ], "a regular article or feature in a paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,4 ], "a vertical array of numbers or mathematical terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,5 ], "a long structure in the flower of an orchid, consisting of the united stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "column",1,1,5 ], "and style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "columniation",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of architectural columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "columnist",1,1,1 ], "a journalist who writes a regular feature in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colure",1,1,1 ], "either of the two great circles on the celestial sphere, one of which passes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colure",1,1,1 ], "solstices" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "colure",1,1,1 ], "through the celestial poles and the equinoxes and the other through the poles and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coly",1,1,1 ], "Coliiformes, of southern Africa| They have a soft hairlike plumage, crested head, and very" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coly",1,1,1 ], "any of the arboreal birds of the genus Colius, family Coliidae, and order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coly",1,1,1 ], "long tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "colza oil",1,1,1 ], "lubricants and synthetic rubber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "colza oil",1,1,1 ], "the oil obtained from the seeds of the rape plant and used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "colza",1,1,1 ], "another name for rape'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "col|",1,1,1 ], "colour(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "col|",1,1,2 ], "column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "com-",1,1,1 ], "together; with; jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coma",1,1,1 ], "a state of unconsciousness from which a person cannot be aroused, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coma",1,1,1 ], "injury to the head, rupture of cerebral blood vessels, narcotics, poisons, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coma",2,1,1 ], "comet, formed by vaporization of part of the nucleus when the comet is close to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coma",2,1,1 ], "sun" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coma",2,1,1 ], "the luminous cloud surrounding the frozen solid nucleus in the head of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coma",2,1,1,1 ], "a tuft of hairs attached to the seed coat of some seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coma",2,1,1,2 ], "the terminal crown of leaves of palms and moss stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coma",2,1,2 ], "a type of lens defect characterized by the formation of a diffuse pear-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coma",2,1,2 ], "image from a point object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comate",1,1,1 ], "having tufts of hair; hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comate",1,1,2 ], "having or relating to a coma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comatose",1,1,1 ], "in a state of coma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comatose",1,1,2 ], "torpid; lethargic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comatulid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of crinoid echinoderms, including the feather stars, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comatulid",1,1,1 ], "the adults are free-swimming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comb jelly",1,1,1 ], "another name for a ctenophore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb out" ,1, 1, 1],"to remove (tangles or knots) from (the hair) with a comb",1). c_DEF([ "comb out" ,1, 1, 2],"to isolate and remove for a purpose",1). c_DEF([ "comb out" ,1, 1, 3],"to survey carefully; examine systematically",1). c_DEF([ "comb out" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "comb out" ,1, 2, 2],"an act of combing out",1). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,1 ], "a toothed device of metal, plastic, wood, etc|, used for disentangling or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,1 ], "arranging hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,2 ], "a tool or machine that separates, cleans, and straightens wool, cotton, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,3 ], "the fixed cutter on a sheep-shearing machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,4 ], "anything resembling a toothed comb in form or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,5 ], "esp| the domestic fowl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,5 ], "the fleshy deeply serrated outgrowth on the top of the heads of certain birds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,6 ], "anything resembling the comb of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,7 ], "a currycomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,8 ], "a honeycomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,1,9 ], "go over with a fine-tooth comb| to search for or revise thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,2,1 ], "to use a comb on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by through) to search or inspect with great care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat fatigue",1,1,1 ], "another term for battle fatigue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,1,1 ], "a fight, conflict, or struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,1,1,1 ], "an action fought between two military forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,1,2 ], "single combat| a fight between two individuals; duel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,1,3 ], "close or hand-to-hand combat| fighting at close quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,2,1 ], "(k@!bt; !k$Ambt, !k'm-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,3,1 ], "to fight or defy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combat",1,4,1 ], "to struggle or strive (against); be in conflict (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combatant",1,1,1 ], "a person or group engaged in or prepared for a fight, struggle, or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combatant",1,2,1 ], "engaged in or ready for combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combative",1,1,1 ], "eager or ready to fight, argue, etc|; aggressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combe",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of coomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comber",1,1,1 ], "a person, tool, or machine that combs wool, flax, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comber",1,1,2 ], "a long curling wave; roller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination lock",1,1,1 ], "a type of lock that can only be opened when a set of dials releasing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination lock",1,1,1 ], "tumblers of the lock are turned to show a specific sequence of numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combination room",1,1,1 ], "(at Cambridge University) a common room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination tone",1,1,1 ], "another term for resultant tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,1 ], "the act of combining or state of being combined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,2 ], "a union of separate parts, qualities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,3 ], "an alliance of people or parties; group having a common purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,3,1 ], "the set of numbers that opens a combination lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,3,2 ], "the mechanism of this type of lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,4 ], "a motorcycle with a sidecar attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,4,1 ], "an arrangement of the numbers, terms, etc|, of a set into specified groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,4,1 ], "without regard to order in the group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,4,2 ], "a group formed in this way|The number of combinations of n objects taken r at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,4,2 ], "a time is n!/(n,-,r)!r!|Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,5 ], "compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,5 ], "the chemical reaction of two or more compounds, usually to form one other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combination",1,1,6 ], "a coordinated sequence of chess moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combinations",1,1,1 ], "a one-piece woollen undergarment with long sleeves and legs| Often shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combinations",1,1,1 ], "to combs|U|S| term: union suit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combinative" ,1, 1, 1],"combinatorial, or combinatoryadj",1). c_DEF([ "combinative" ,1, 1, 2],"resulting from being, tending to be, or able to be joined or mixed together",1). c_DEF([ "combinative" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a sound change) occurring only in specific contexts or as a result of some",1). c_DEF([ "combinative" ,1, 1, 3],"other factor, such as change of stress within a word",2). c_DEF([ "combinatorial analysis",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mathematics concerned with combinations and permutations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine harvester",1,1,1 ], "a machine that simultaneously cuts, threshes, and cleans a standing crop of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine harvester",1,1,1 ], "grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,1,1 ], "(k@!ba$In)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,1,2 ], "to integrate or cause to be integrated; join together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,1,3 ], "to unite or cause to unite to form a chemical compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,1,4 ], "to harvest (crops) with a combine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,2,1 ], "short for combine harvester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,2,2 ], "an association of enterprises, esp| in order to gain a monopoly of a market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,2,3 ], "an association for the promotion of commercial or other interests, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combine",1,2,3 ], "doubtful means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combings",1,1,1 ], "the loose hair, wool, etc|, removed by combing, esp| that of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combings",1,1,2 ], "the unwanted loose short fibres removed in combing cotton, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combining form",1,1,1 ], "a linguistic element that occurs only as part of a compound word, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combining form",1,1,1 ], "anthropo- in anthropology and anthropomorph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combo",1,1,1 ], "a small group of musicians, esp| of jazz musicians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combo",1,1,2 ], "any combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combo",1,1,3 ], "a white man who lives with an Aboriginal woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combust",1,1,1 ], "(of a star or planet) invisible for a period between 24 and 30 days each year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combust",1,1,1 ], "due to its proximity to the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combust",1,2,1 ], "to burn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustible",1,1,1 ], "capable of igniting and burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustible",1,1,2 ], "easily annoyed; excitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustible",1,2,1 ], "a combustible substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustion chamber",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed space in which combustion takes place, such as the space above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustion chamber",1,1,1 ], "piston in the cylinder head of an internal-combustion engine or the chambers in a gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combustion chamber",1,1,1 ], "turbine or rocket engine in which fuel and oxidant burn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "combustion",1,1,1 ], "the process of burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustion",1,1,2 ], "any process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to produce a significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustion",1,1,2 ], "rise in temperature and the emission of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combustion",1,1,3 ], "a chemical process in which two compounds, such as sodium and chlorine, react" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustion",1,1,3 ], "together to produce heat and light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combustion",1,1,4 ], "a process in which a compound reacts slowly with oxygen to produce little heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "combustion",1,1,4 ], "and no light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combustor",1,1,1 ], "chamber, the fuel injection apparatus, and the igniter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "combustor",1,1,1 ], "the combustion system of a jet engine or ramjet, comprising the combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comb|",1,1,1 ], "combining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comdg|",1,1,1 ], "commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come about",1,1,1 ], "to take place; happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come about",1,1,2 ], "to change tacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come across",1,1,1 ], "to meet or find by accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come across",1,1,2 ], "(of a person or his words) to communicate the intended meaning or impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come across",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by with) to provide what is expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come along",1,1,1 ], "to progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come along",1,1,2 ], "come along!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come along",1,1,2,1 ], "hurry up!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come along",1,1,2,2 ], "make an effort!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come at",1,1,1 ], "to discover or reach (facts, the truth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come at",1,1,2 ], "to attack (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come at",1,1,3 ], "to agree to do (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come away",1,1,1 ], "to become detached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come away",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by with) to leave (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come between",1,1,1 ], "to cause the estrangement or separation of (two people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come by",1,1,1 ], "to find or obtain (a thing) esp| accidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come forward",1,1,1 ], "to offer one's services; volunteer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come forward",1,1,2 ], "to present oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,1 ], "to enter, used in the imperative when admitting a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,10 ], "to be the object of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,11 ], "this is where we came in| we are at the same point now as when we began" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,2 ], "to prove to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,3 ], "to become fashionable or seasonable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,4 ], "to begin an innings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,5 ], "to finish a race (in a certain position)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,6 ], "(of a politician or political party) to win an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,7 ], "to be received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,8 ], "(of money) to be received as income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come in",1,1,9 ], "to play a role; advance one's interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come into",1,1,1 ], "to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come into",1,1,2 ], "to inherit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come into",1,1,3 ], "come into one's own| to become fulfilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come of",1,1,1 ], "to be descended from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come of",1,1,2 ], "to result from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,1 ], "to fall (from), losing one's balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,2 ], "to become detached or be capable of being detached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,3 ], "to be removed from (a price, tax, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,4 ], "to emerge from or as if from a trial or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,5 ], "to take place or happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,6 ], "to have the intended effect; succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,7 ], "to have an orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come off",1,1,8 ], "come off it!Informal| stop trying to fool me!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,1 ], "to be made public or revealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,10 ], "(foll| by with) to speak or declare openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,2 ], "to make a debut in society or on stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,3 ], "to declare openly that one is a homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,4 ], "to go on strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,5 ], "to declare oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,6 ], "to be shown visibly or clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,7 ], "to yield a satisfactory solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,8 ], "to be published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come out",1,1,9 ], "(foll| by in) to become covered with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come over",1,1,1 ], "(of a person or his words) to communicate the intended meaning or impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come over",1,1,2 ], "to change allegiances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come over",1,1,3 ], "to undergo or feel a particular sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come round",1,1,1 ], "to be restored to life or consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come round",1,1,2 ], "to change or modify one's mind or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come through",1,1,1 ], "to emerge successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come through",1,1,2 ], "to survive (an illness, setback, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come to",1,1,1 ], "(when prep|, used reflexively) to regain consciousness or return to one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come to",1,1,1 ], "normal state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "come to",1,1,2 ], "to slow a vessel or bring her to a stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come to",1,1,3 ], "to amount to (a sum of money)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come to",1,1,4 ], "to arrive at (a certain state)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,1 ], "to come to a place regarded as higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,10 ], "come up to| to equal or meet a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,11 ], "come up with| to produce or find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,2 ], "(of the sun) to rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,3 ], "to begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,4 ], "to be regurgitated or vomited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,5 ], "to present itself or be discussed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,6 ], "to begin a term, esp| one's first term, at a college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,7 ], "to appear from out of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,8 ], "to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come up",1,1,9 ], "come up against| to be faced with; come into conflict or competition with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come upon",1,1,1 ], "to meet or encounter unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to move towards a specified person or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,10 ], "to be produced or offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,11 ], "to arrive at or be brought into a particular state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,12 ], "(foll| by from) to be or have been a resident or native (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,13 ], "to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,2 ], "to arrive by movement or by making progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,3 ], "to become perceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,4 ], "to occur in the course of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,5 ], "to exist or occur at a specific point in a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,6 ], "to happen as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,7 ], "to originate or be derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,8 ], "to occur to the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,1,9 ], "to extend or reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,2,1 ], "to be given awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,2,2 ], "(of grain) to germinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,2,3 ], "to have an orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,3,1 ], "to play the part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,1 ], "to cause or produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,10 ], "how comeInformal| how did that happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,2 ], "as!eas they come| the most characteristic example of a class or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,3 ], "come againInformal| what did you say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,4 ], "come and| to move towards a particular person or thing or accompany a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,4 ], "with some specified purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,5 ], "come clean| Informal| to make a revelation or confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,6 ], "come good| Austral| informal| to recover after a setback; succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,7 ], "come to light| to be revealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,8 ], "come to light with| Austral| informal| to find or produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,4,9 ], "come to pass| to take place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come",1,5,1 ], "an exclamation expressing annoyance, irritation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come-at-able",1,1,1 ], "an informal expression for accessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come-hither",1,1,1 ], "alluring; seductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 1, 1],"anything that serves as a lure or enticement",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 10, 2],"cheer up! pull yourself together!",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 10, 3],"make an effort!",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 10],"hurry up!",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 11],"come on strong",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 12],"to make a forceful or exaggerated impression",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|, mainly adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 2],"(of power, a water supply, etc|) to become available; start running or",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 2],"functioning",2). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 3],"to make or show progress; develop",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 4],"to advance, esp| in battle",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 5],"to begin",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 6],"to make an entrance on stage",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 7],"to be considered, esp| in a court of law",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 8],"(prep|)",1). c_DEF([ "come-on" ,1, 2, 9],"come on! a",1). c_DEF([ "comeback" ,1, 1, 1],"a return to a former position, status, etc",1). c_DEF([ "comeback" ,1, 1, 2],"a return or response, esp| recriminatory",1). c_DEF([ "comeback" ,1, 1, 3],"a quick reply; retort",1). c_DEF([ "comeback" ,1, 2, 1],"n",1). c_DEF([ "comeback" ,1, 2, 2],"to return, esp| to the memory",1). c_DEF([ "comeback" ,1, 2, 3],"to become fashionable again",1). c_DEF([ "comeback" ,1, 2, 4],"to argue back; retort",1). c_DEF([ "comedian",1,1,1 ], "an entertainer who specializes in jokes, comic skits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedian",1,1,2 ], "an actor in comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedienne",1,1,1 ], "a female comedian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedo",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for blackhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,1,1 ], "a decline in position, status, or prosperity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,1,2 ], "a disappointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,1,3 ], "a depressed or unexcited state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,2,1 ], "come down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,1 ], "to come to a place regarded as lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,2 ], "to lose status, wealth, etc| (esp| in the phrase to come down in the world)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,3 ], "to reach a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,4 ], "(often foll| by to) to be handed down or acquired by tradition or inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,5 ], "to leave college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,6 ], "(foll| by with) to succumb (to illness or disease)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,7 ], "(foll| by on) to rebuke or criticize harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,8 ], "(foll| by to) to amount in essence (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedown",1,3,9 ], "to lose the effects of a drug and return to a normal or more normal state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy of manners",1,1,1 ], "a comedy dealing with the way of life and foibles of a social group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy of manners",1,1,2 ], "the genre represented by works of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy",1,1,1 ], "a dramatic or other work of light and amusing character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy",1,1,2 ], "the genre of drama represented by works of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy",1,1,3 ], "(in classical literature) a play in which the main characters and motive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy",1,1,3 ], "triumph over adversity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comedy",1,1,4 ], "the humorous aspect of life or of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy",1,1,5 ], "an amusing event or sequence of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comedy",1,1,6 ], "humour or comic style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comely",1,1,2 ], "good-looking; attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comely",1,1,3 ], "suitable; fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comer",1,1,1 ], "a person who comes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comer",1,1,2 ], "a potential success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comestible",1,1,1 ], "food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comestible",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comet",1,1,1 ], "a celestial body that travels around the sun, usually in a highly elliptical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comet",1,1,1 ], "approaching the sun to form a gaseous luminous coma and a long luminous tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "comet",1,1,1 ], "orbit: thought to consist of a solid frozen nucleus part of which vaporizes on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comeuppance",1,1,1 ], "just retribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfit",1,1,1 ], "a sugar-coated sweet containing a nut or seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort station",1,1,1 ], "a public lavatory and rest room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort",1,1,1 ], "a state of ease or well-being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort",1,1,2 ], "relief from affliction, grief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort",1,1,3 ], "a person, thing, or event that brings solace or ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort",1,1,4 ], "support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort",1,1,5 ], "something that affords physical ease and relaxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort",1,2,1 ], "to ease the pain of; soothe; cheer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfort",1,2,2 ], "to bring physical ease to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfortable",1,1,1 ], "giving comfort or physical relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfortable",1,1,2 ], "at ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfortable",1,1,3 ], "free from affliction or pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfortable",1,1,4 ], "(of a person or situation) relaxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfortable",1,1,5 ], "having adequate income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfortable",1,1,6 ], "(of income, etc|) adequate to provide comfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comforter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that comforts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comforter",1,1,2 ], "a woollen scarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comforter",1,1,3 ], "a baby's dummy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfrey",1,1,1 ], "any hairy Eurasian boraginaceous plant of the genus Symphytum, having blue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfrey",1,1,1 ], "purplish-pink, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comfy",1,1,1 ], "fier, fiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comfy",1,1,2 ], "short for comfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic opera",1,1,1 ], "a play largely set to music, employing comic effects or situations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic strip",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of drawings in a newspaper, magazine, etc|, relating a comic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic strip",1,1,1 ], "adventurous situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, characterized by, or characteristic of comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic",1,1,2 ], "acting in, writing, or composing comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic",1,1,3 ], "humorous; funny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is comic, esp| a comic actor; comedian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic",1,2,2 ], "a book or magazine containing comic strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comic",1,2,3 ], "comic strips in newspapers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comical",1,1,1 ], "causing laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comical",1,1,2 ], "ludicrous; laughable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,1,1 ], "(of time, events, etc|) approaching or next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,1,2 ], "promising (esp| in the phrase up and coming)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,1,3 ], "coming up!Informal| an expression used to announce that a meal is about to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,1,3 ], "served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,1,4 ], "have it coming to one| Informal| to deserve what one is about to suffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,1,5 ], "not know whether one is coming or going| to be totally confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,2,1 ], "arrival or approach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coming",1,2,2 ], "the return of Christ in glory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comitia",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman assembly that elected officials and exercised judicial and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comitia",1,1,1 ], "legislative authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comity of nations",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comity of nations",1,1,1 ], "the friendly recognition accorded by one nation to the laws and usages of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comity",1,1,1 ], "mutual civility; courtesy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comity",1,1,2 ], "short for comity of nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comity",1,1,3 ], "members of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comity",1,1,3 ], "the policy whereby one religious denomination refrains from proselytizing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comm",1,1,1 ], "a female compere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comma bacillus",1,1,1 ], "Spirillaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comma bacillus",1,1,1 ], "a comma-shaped bacterium, Vibrio comma, that causes cholera in man: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comma butterfly",1,1,1 ], "an orange-brown European nymphalid butterfly, Polygonia c-album, with a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comma butterfly",1,1,1 ], "comma-shaped mark on the underside of each hind wing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comma",1,1,1 ], "phrase from a main clause" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "comma",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark , indicating a slight pause in the spoken sentence and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comma",1,1,1 ], "used where there is a listing of items or to separate a nonrestrictive clause or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comma",1,1,2 ], "a minute interval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command guidance",1,1,1 ], "a method of controlling a missile during flight by transmitting information to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command guidance",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "command module",1,1,1 ], "functioning as the splashdown vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "command module",1,1,1 ], "the cone-shaped module used as the living quarters in an Apollo spacecraft and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command paper",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a government document that is presented to Parliament, in theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command paper",1,1,1 ], "by royal command" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "command performance",1,1,1 ], "a performance of a play, opera, etc|, at the request of a ruler or of royalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command post",1,1,1 ], "the position from which a unit commander and his staff exercise command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to order, require, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,1,1 ], "compel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,1,2 ], "to have or be in control or authority over (a person, situation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,2,1 ], "to have knowledge or use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,3,1 ], "to receive as due or because of merit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,3,2 ], "to dominate (a view, etc|) as from a height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,1 ], "an order; mandate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,2 ], "the act of commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,3 ], "the power or right to command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,4 ], "the exercise of the power to command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,5 ], "ability or knowledge; control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,6 ], "the jurisdiction of a commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,7 ], "R|A|F" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,7 ], "a military unit or units commanding a specific area or function, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,7,1 ], "an invitation from the monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "command",1,4,8 ], "another name for instruction ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commandant",1,1,1 ], "an officer commanding a place, group, or establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commandeer",1,1,1 ], "to seize for public or military use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commandeer",1,1,2 ], "to seize arbitrarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander in chief",1,1,1 ], "the officer holding supreme command of the forces in an area or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander in chief",1,1,2 ], "the officer holding command of a major subdivision of one military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,1 ], "an officer in command of a military formation or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,2 ], "a naval commissioned rank junior to captain but senior to lieutenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,2 ], "commander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,3 ], "the second in command of larger British warships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,4 ], "someone who holds authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,5 ], "a high-ranking member of some knightly or fraternal orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,6 ], "an officer responsible for a district of the Metropolitan Police in London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commander",1,1,7 ], "the administrator of a commandery of a medieval religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commanding officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer in command of a military unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commanding",1,1,1 ], "being in command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commanding",1,1,2 ], "having the air of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commanding",1,1,3 ], "(of a position, situation, etc|) exerting control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commanding",1,1,4 ], "(of a height, viewpoint, etc|) overlooking; advantageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commandment",1,1,1 ], "a divine command, esp| one of the Ten Commandments of the Old Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commandment",1,1,2 ], "any command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commando",1,1,1,1 ], "an amphibious military unit trained for raiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commando",1,1,1,2 ], "a member of such a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commando",1,1,2 ], "the basic unit of the Royal Marine Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commando",1,1,3 ], "(originally) an armed force raised by Boers during the Boer War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commando",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to a commando or force of commandos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comme il faut",1,1,1 ], "as it should be correctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commeasure",1,1,1 ], "to coincide with in degree, extent, quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commedia dell'arte",1,1,1 ], "a form of popular comedy developed in Italy during the 16th to 18th centuries," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commedia dell'arte",1,1,1 ], "improvised from a plot outline" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "commedia dell'arte",1,1,1 ], "with stock characters such as Punchinello, Harlequin, and Columbine, in situations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commemorate",1,1,1 ], "to honour or keep alive the memory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commemoration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of commemorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commemoration",1,1,2 ], "a ceremony or service in memory of a person or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commence",1,1,1 ], "to start or begin; come or cause to come into being, operation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commencement",1,1,1 ], "the beginning; start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commencement",1,1,2 ], "a ceremony for the conferment of academic degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commend",1,1,1 ], "recommend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commend",1,1,1 ], "to present or represent as being worthy of regard, confidence, kindness, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commend",1,1,2 ], "to give in charge; entrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commend",1,1,3 ], "to express a good opinion of; praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commend",1,1,4 ], "to give the regards of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commendam",1,1,1 ], "the temporary holding of an ecclesiastical benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commendam",1,1,2 ], "a benefice so held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commendation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of commending; praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commendation",1,1,2 ], "an award" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commendation",1,1,3 ], "a greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensal",1,1,1 ], "(of two different species of plant or animal) living in close association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensal",1,1,1 ], "without being interdependent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commensal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to eating together, esp| at the same table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensal",1,2,1 ], "a commensal plant or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensal",1,2,2 ], "a companion at table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensurable",1,1,1,1 ], "having a common factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensurable",1,1,1,2 ], "having units of the same dimensions and being related by whole numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensurable",1,1,2 ], "well-proportioned; proportionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensurate",1,1,1 ], "having the same extent or duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensurate",1,1,2 ], "corresponding in degree, amount, or size; proportionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commensurate",1,1,3 ], "able to be measured by a common standard; commensurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comment",1,1,1 ], "a remark, criticism, or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comment",1,1,2 ], "talk or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comment",1,1,3 ], "a note explaining or criticizing a passage in a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comment",1,1,4 ], "explanatory or critical matter added to a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comment",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comment",1,2,2 ], "when tr|, takes a clause as object) to remark or express an opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comment",1,3,1 ], "to write notes explaining or criticizing a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentary",1,1,1 ], "an explanatory series of notes or comments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentary",1,1,2 ], "a spoken accompaniment to a broadcast, film, etc|, esp| of a sporting event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentary",1,1,3 ], "an explanatory essay or treatise on a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentary",1,1,4 ], "a personal record of events or facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentate",1,1,1 ], "to serve as a commentator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentate",1,2,1 ], "to make a commentary on (a text, event, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentator",1,1,1 ], "a person who provides a spoken commentary for a broadcast, film, etc|, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commentator",1,1,1 ], "a sporting event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commentator",1,1,2 ], "a person who writes notes on a text, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commerce",1,1,1 ], "services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commerce",1,1,1 ], "the activity embracing all forms of the purchase and sale of goods and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commerce",1,1,2 ], "social relations and exchange, esp| of opinions, attitudes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commerce",1,1,3 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial art",1,1,1 ], "graphic art for commercial uses such as advertising, packaging, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial bank",1,1,1 ], "a bank primarily engaged in making short-term loans from funds deposited in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial bank",1,1,1 ], "current accounts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commercial college",1,1,1 ], "a college providing tuition in commercial skills, such as shorthand and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial college",1,1,1 ], "book-keeping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commercial paper",1,1,1 ], "a short-term negotiable document, such as a bill of exchange, promissory note," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial paper",1,1,1 ], "etc|, calling for the transference of a specified sum of money at a designated date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commercial traveller",1,1,1 ], "another name for a travelling salesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial vehicle",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle for carrying goods or (less commonly) passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial",1,1,1 ], "of, connected with, or engaged in commerce; mercantile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial",1,1,2 ], "sponsored or paid for by an advertiser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial",1,1,3 ], "having profit as the main aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial",1,1,4 ], "(of goods, chemicals, etc|) of unrefined quality or presentation and produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercial",1,1,4 ], "in bulk for use in industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commercial",1,2,1 ], "a commercially sponsored advertisement on radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercialism",1,1,1 ], "the spirit, principles, or procedure of commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercialism",1,1,2 ], "exclusive or inappropriate emphasis on profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercialize",1,1,1 ], "to make commercial in aim, methods, or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commercialize",1,1,2 ], "to exploit for profit, esp| at the expense of quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commie",1,2,1 ], "short for communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commination",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of threatening punishment or vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commination",1,1,2 ], "a recital of prayers, including a list of God's judgments against sinners, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commination",1,1,2 ], "the office for Ash Wednesday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commingle",1,1,1 ], "to mix or be mixed; blend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comminute",1,1,1 ], "to break (a bone) into several small fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comminute",1,1,2 ], "to divide property into small lots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comminute",1,1,3 ], "to pulverize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comminuted fracture",1,1,1 ], "a fracture in which the bone is splintered or fragmented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commis",1,1,1 ], "an agent or deputy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commis",1,1,2 ], "an apprentice waiter or chef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commiserate",1,1,1 ], "(for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commiserate",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by with) to feel or express sympathy or compassion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissar",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissar",1,1,2 ], "an official of the Communist Party responsible for political education, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissar",1,1,2 ], "in a military unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commissar",1,1,3 ], "the head of a government department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissar",1,1,4 ], "Now called: minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissariat",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) a government department before 1946| Now called:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissariat",1,1,1 ], "ministry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commissariat",1,1,1,1 ], "a military department in charge of food supplies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissariat",1,1,1,2 ], "the offices of such a department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissariat",1,1,2 ], "food supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissary",1,1,1 ], "a shop supplying food or equipment, as in a military camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissary",1,1,2 ], "an officer responsible for supplies and food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissary",1,1,3 ], "a snack bar or restaurant in a film studio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissary",1,1,4 ], "a representative or deputy, esp| an official representative of a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission plan",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a system of municipal government that combines legislative and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission plan",1,1,1 ], "executive authority in a commission of five or six elected members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,1 ], "a duty or task committed to a person or group to perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,10 ], "the head of a department of municipal government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,2 ], "authority to undertake or perform certain duties or functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,3 ], "a document granting such authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,3,1 ], "a document conferring a rank on an officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,3,2 ], "the rank or authority thereby granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,4 ], "a group of people charged with certain duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,5 ], "a government agency or board empowered to exercise administrative, judicial," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,5 ], "or legislative authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,5,1 ], "principal in commercial transactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,5,1 ], "the authority given to a person or organization to act as an agent to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,5,2 ], "the fee allotted to an agent for services rendered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,6 ], "the state of being charged with specific duties or responsibilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,7 ], "the act of committing a sin, crime, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,8 ], "something, esp| a sin, crime, etc|, that is committed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,9 ], "good working condition or (esp| of a ship) active service (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,1,9 ], "in or into commission, out of commission)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,2,1 ], "to grant authority to; charge with a duty or task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,2,2 ], "to confer a rank or authorize an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,2,3 ], "to equip and test (a ship) for active service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commission",1,2,4 ], "to place an order for (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissionaire",1,1,1 ], "a uniformed doorman at a hotel, theatre, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissioned officer",1,1,1 ], "British Army, Acting Sub-Lieutenant in the Royal Navy, Pilot Officer in the Royal Air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commissioned officer",1,1,1 ], "Force, and officers of all ranks senior to these" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "commissioned officer",1,1,1 ], "a military officer holding a commission, such as Second Lieutenant in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissioner for oaths",1,1,1 ], "a solicitor authorized to authenticate oaths on sworn statements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissioner",1,1,1 ], "a person authorized to perform certain tasks or endowed with certain powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissioner",1,1,2 ], "any of several types of civil servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissioner",1,1,3 ], "a member of a commission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissure",1,1,1 ], "a band of tissue linking two parts or organs, such as the nervous tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissure",1,1,1 ], "connecting the right and left sides of the brain in vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commissure",1,1,2 ], "any of various joints between parts, as between the carpels, leaf lobes, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commissure",1,1,2 ], "of a plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to hand over, as for safekeeping; charge; entrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,2 ], "commit to memory| to learn by heart; memorize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,3 ], "to confine officially or take into custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,4 ], "to pledge or align (oneself), as to a particular cause, action, or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,5 ], "to order (forces) into action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,6 ], "to perform (a crime, error, etc|); do; perpetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,7 ], "to surrender, esp| for destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commit",1,1,8 ], "to refer (a bill, etc|) to a committee of a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,1 ], "the act of committing or pledging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,2 ], "the state of being committed or pledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,3 ], "the referral of a bill to a committee or legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,4 ], "a written order of a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,4 ], "directing that a person be imprisoned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,5 ], "the official consignment of a person to a mental hospital or prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,6 ], "commission or perpetration, esp| of a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commitment",1,1,7 ], "a future financial obligation or contingent liability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "committee",1,1,1 ], "(k@@!m$It$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "committee",1,1,2 ], "a group of people chosen or appointed to perform a specified service or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "committee",1,1,2 ], "function|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "committee",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a person to whom the care of a mentally incompetent person or his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "committee",1,1,3 ], "property was entrusted by a court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "committeeman",1,1,1 ], "a member of one or more committees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commix",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for mix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commo",1,2,1 ], "short for communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commode",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture, usually highly ornamented, containing drawers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commode",1,1,1 ], "shelves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commode",1,1,2 ], "a bedside table with a cabinet below for a chamber pot or washbasin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commode",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a movable piece of furniture, sometimes in the form of a chair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commode",1,1,3 ], "with a hinged flap concealing a chamber pot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commode",1,1,4 ], "a woman's high-tiered headdress of lace, worn in the late 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodious",1,1,1 ], "(of buildings, rooms, etc|) large and roomy; spacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodious",1,1,2 ], "suitable; convenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodity",1,1,1 ], "an article of commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodity",1,1,2 ], "something of use, advantage, or profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodity",1,1,3 ], "an exchangeable unit of economic wealth, such as a consumers' article," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodity",1,1,3 ], "producers' article, primary product, or service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commodity",1,1,3,1 ], "a quantity of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodity",1,1,3,2 ], "convenience or expediency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodore",1,1,1 ], "a naval rank junior to rear admiral and senior to captain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodore",1,1,2 ], "the senior captain of a shipping line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodore",1,1,3 ], "the officer in command of a convoy of merchant ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commodore",1,1,4 ], "the titular head of a yacht or boat club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common carrier",1,1,1 ], "a person or firm engaged in the business of transporting goods or passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common chord",1,1,1 ], "a major or minor triad, based on the keynote, in which the fifth is perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common cold",1,1,1 ], "a mild viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common cold",1,1,1 ], "sneezing, coughing, watery eyes, nasal congestion, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common denominator",1,1,1 ], "1/4, and 1/6 have a common denominator of 12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common denominator",1,1,1 ], "an integer exactly divisible by each denominator of a group of fractions: 1/3," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common denominator",1,1,2 ], "a belief, attribute, etc|, held in common by members of a class or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common divisor",1,1,1 ], "another name for common factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common factor",1,1,1 ], "a number or quantity that is a factor of each member of a group of numbers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common factor",1,1,1 ], "quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common fee",1,1,1 ], "(in Australia) the agreed usual charge for any medical service, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common fee",1,1,1 ], "determines the amount of reimbursement under the federal health scheme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common fraction",1,1,1 ], "another name for simple fraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common good",1,1,1 ], "that is at the disposal of the community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common good",1,1,1 ], "the part of the property of a Scottish burgh, in the form of land or funds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common ground",1,1,1 ], "an agreed basis, accepted by both or all parties, for identifying issues in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common ground",1,1,1 ], "argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common knowledge",1,1,1 ], "something widely or generally known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common law",1,1,1 ], "statute law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common law",1,1,1 ], "the body of law based on judicial decisions and custom, as distinct from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common law",1,1,2 ], "customs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common law",1,1,2 ], "the law of a state that is of general application, as distinct from regional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common logarithm",1,1,1 ], "a logarithm to the base ten| Usually written log10 or log" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common logarithm",1,1,1 ], "logarithm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common measure",1,1,1 ], "another term for common time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common measure",1,1,2 ], "c b or a b a b" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common measure",1,1,2 ], "the usual stanza form of a ballad, consisting of four iambic lines rhyming a b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common metre",1,1,1 ], "a stanza form, used esp| for hymns, consisting of four lines, two of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common metre",1,1,1 ], "syllables alternating with two of six" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common multiple",1,1,1 ], "an integer or polynomial that is a multiple of each integer or polynomial in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common multiple",1,1,1 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common noun",1,1,1 ], "a noun that refers to each member of a whole class sharing the features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common noun",1,1,1 ], "connoted by the noun, as for example planet, orange, and drum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common pleas",1,1,1 ], "short for Court of Common Pleas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common prayer",1,1,1 ], "Evening Prayer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common prayer",1,1,1 ], "the liturgy of public services of the Church of England, esp| Morning and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common room",1,1,1 ], "a sitting room in schools, colleges, etc|, for the relaxation of students or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common room",1,1,1 ], "staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common seal",1,1,1 ], "the official seal of a corporate body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common sense",1,1,1 ], "plain ordinary good judgment; sound practical sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common sense",1,2,1 ], "common-sense;also common-sensical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common sense",1,2,2 ], "inspired by or displaying sound practical sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common stock",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for ordinary shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common time",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common time",1,1,1 ], "a time signature indicating four crotchet beats to the bar; four-four time|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or shared by two or more people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,10 ], "(in certain languages) denoting or belonging to a gender of nouns, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,10 ], "that includes both masculine and feminine referents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,10,1 ], "having branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,10,2 ], "serving more than one function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,11 ], "of or relating to the common of the Mass or divine office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,12 ], "common or garden| Informal| ordinary; unexceptional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,2 ], "belonging to or shared by members of one or more nations or communities;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,2 ], "public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,3 ], "of ordinary standard; average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,4 ], "prevailing; widespread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,5 ], "widely known or frequently encountered; ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,6 ], "widely known and notorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,7 ], "considered by the speaker to be low-class, vulgar, or coarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,8 ], "having no special distinction, rank, or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,8,1 ], "having a specified relationship with a group of numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,8,2 ], "(of a tangent) tangential to two or more circles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,9 ], "(of a syllable) able to be long or short, or (in nonquantitative verse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,1,9 ], "stressed or unstressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,1 ], "a tract of open public land, esp| one now used as a recreation area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,2 ], "by pasturing cattle or fishing (esp| in the phrase right of common)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,2 ], "the right to go onto someone else's property and remove natural products, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,2,1 ], "a form of the proper of the Mass used on festivals that have no special proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,2,1 ], "of their own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,2,2 ], "the ordinary of the Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,3 ], "the ordinary people; the public, esp| those undistinguished by rank or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common",1,2,4 ], "in common| mutually held or used with another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common-law marriage",1,1,1 ], "a state of marriage deemed to exist between a man and a woman after a number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "common-law marriage",1,1,1 ], "of years of cohabitation as man and wife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commonable",1,1,1 ], "(of land) held in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonable",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of sheep and cattle) entitled to be pastured on common land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonage",1,1,1,1 ], "the use of something, esp| a pasture, in common with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonage",1,1,1,2 ], "the right to such use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonage",1,1,2 ], "the state of being held in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonage",1,1,3 ], "something held in common, such as land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonage",1,1,4 ], "another word for commonalty ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonality",1,1,1 ], "the fact of being common to more than one individual; commonness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonality",1,1,2 ], "another word for commonalty ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonalty",1,1,1 ], "esp| when considered as a political and social unit or estate of the realm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commonalty",1,1,1 ], "the ordinary people as distinct from those with authority, rank, or title," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonalty",1,1,2 ], "the members of an incorporated society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commoner",1,1,1 ], "a person who does not belong to the nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commoner",1,1,2 ], "a person who has a right in or over common land jointly with another or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commoner",1,1,2 ], "others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commoner",1,1,3 ], "a student at a university or other institution who is not on a scholarship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonly",1,1,1 ], "usually; ordinarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonly",1,1,2 ], "in a coarse or vulgar way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonplace book",1,1,1 ], "a notebook in which quotations, poems, remarks, etc|, that catch the owner's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonplace book",1,1,1 ], "attention are entered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commonplace",1,1,1 ], "ordinary; everyday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonplace",1,1,2 ], "dull and obvious; trite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonplace",1,2,1 ], "something dull and trite, esp| a remark; platitude; truism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonplace",1,2,2 ], "a passage in a book marked for inclusion in a commonplace book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonplace",1,2,3 ], "an ordinary or common thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commons",1,1,1 ], "people not of noble birth viewed as forming a political order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commons",1,1,2 ], "commonalty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commons",1,1,2 ], "the lower classes as contrasted to the ruling classes of society; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commons",1,1,3 ], "a building or hall for dining, recreational purposes, etc|, usually attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commons",1,1,3 ], "to a college, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commons",1,1,4 ], "food or rations (esp| in the phrase short commons)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonweal",1,1,1 ], "the goods of the community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonweal",1,1,2 ], "another name for commonwealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonwealth",1,1,1 ], "the people of a state or nation viewed politically; body politic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonwealth",1,1,2 ], "a state or nation in which the people possess sovereignty; republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonwealth",1,1,3 ], "the body politic organized for the general good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonwealth",1,1,4 ], "a group of persons united by some common interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commonwealth",1,1,5 ], "the general good; public welfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commotion",1,1,1 ], "violent and turbulent disturbance; upheaval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commotion",1,1,2 ], "political insurrection; disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commotion",1,1,3 ], "a confused noise; din" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commove",1,1,1 ], "to disturb; stir up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commove",1,1,2 ], "to agitate or excite emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communal",1,1,1 ], "belonging or relating to a community as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communal",1,1,2 ], "relating to different groups within a society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communal",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a commune or a religious community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communalism",1,1,1 ], "a system or theory of government in which the state is seen as a loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communalism",1,1,1 ], "federation of self-governing communities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communalism",1,1,2 ], "an electoral system in which ethnic groups vote separately for their own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communalism",1,1,2 ], "representatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communalism",1,1,3 ], "a whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communalism",1,1,3 ], "loyalty to the interests of one's own ethnic group rather than to society as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communalism",1,1,4 ], "the practice or advocacy of communal living or ownership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communalize",1,1,1 ], "to render (something) the property of a commune or community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communard",1,1,1 ], "a member of a commune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",1,1,1 ], "(k@@!mju$:n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",1,2,1 ], "to talk or converse intimately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",1,2,2 ], "to experience strong emotion or spiritual feelings (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",1,3,1 ], "intimate conversation; exchange of thoughts; communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",2,1,1 ], "to partake of Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",3,1,1 ], "a group of families or individuals living together and sharing possessions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",3,1,1 ], "responsibilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commune",3,1,2 ], "any small group of people having common interests or responsibilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",3,1,3 ], "governed by a mayor and council" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commune",3,1,3 ], "the smallest administrative unit in Belgium, France, Italy, and Switzerland," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",3,1,4 ], "the government or inhabitants of a commune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commune",3,1,5 ], "a medieval town enjoying a large degree of autonomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being communicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicable",1,1,2 ], "(of a disease or its causative agent) capable of being passed on readily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicant",1,1,1 ], "a person who receives Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicant",1,1,2 ], "a person who communicates or informs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicant",1,2,1 ], "communicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,1,1 ], "to impart (knowledge) or exchange (thoughts, feelings, or ideas) by speech," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,1,1 ], "writing, gestures, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,2,1 ], "to allow (a feeling, emotion, etc|) to be sensed (by), willingly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,2,1 ], "unwillingly; transmit (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,3,1 ], "to have a sympathetic mutual understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,4,1 ], "to make or have a connecting passage or route; connect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,5,1 ], "to transmit (a disease); infect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicate",1,5,2 ], "to receive or administer Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communication cord",1,1,1 ], "a cord or chain in a train which may be pulled by a passenger to stop the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communication cord",1,1,1 ], "train in an emergency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,1 ], "information, ideas, or feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of communicating; the imparting or exchange of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,2 ], "something communicated, such as a message, letter, or telephone call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,2,1 ], "gesture, telecommunication systems, publishing and broadcasting media, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,2,1 ], "the study of ways in which human beings communicate, including speech," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,3 ], "a connecting route, passage, or link" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,4 ], "of operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communication",1,1,4 ], "the system by which forces, supplies, etc|, are moved up to or within an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communications satellite",1,1,1 ], "an artificial satellite used to relay radio, television, and telephone signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communications satellite",1,1,1 ], "around the earth's surface| A passive satellite merely reflects transmissions from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communications satellite",1,1,1 ], "its surface| An active satellite receives and retransmits signals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "communicative",1,1,1 ], "inclined or able to communicate readily; talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communicative",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communion of saints",1,1,1 ], "the spiritual fellowship of all true Christians, living and dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communion",1,1,1 ], "an exchange of thoughts, emotions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communion",1,1,2 ], "possession or sharing in common; participation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communion",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by with) strong emotional or spiritual feelings (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communion",1,1,4 ], "a religious group or denomination having a common body of beliefs, doctrines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communion",1,1,4 ], "and practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communion",1,1,5 ], "and Christ, their Church, or their fellow Christians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communion",1,1,5 ], "the spiritual union held by Christians to exist between individual Christians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communiqu",1,1,1 ], "an official communication or announcement, esp| to the press or public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,1 ], "advocacy of a classless society in which private ownership has been abolished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,1 ], "and the means of production and subsistence belong to the community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,2 ], "any social, economic, or political movement or doctrine aimed at achieving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,2 ], "such a society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,3 ], "a political movement based upon the writings of Marx that considers history in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,3 ], "ownership of the means of production" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,3 ], "terms of class conflict and revolutionary struggle, resulting eventually in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,3 ], "victory of the proletariat and the establishment of a socialist order based on public" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,4 ], "Party, esp| in the Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,4 ], "a social order or system of government established by a ruling Communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,5 ], "any leftist political activity or thought, esp| when considered to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,5 ], "subversive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communism",1,1,6 ], "communal living; communalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communist",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of any form of communism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communist",1,1,2 ], "a supporter of Communism or a Communist movement or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communist",1,1,3 ], "a member of a Communist party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communist",1,1,4 ], "a person who practises communal living; communalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communist",1,1,5 ], "another name for Communard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communist",1,2,1 ], "of, characterized by, favouring, or relating to communism; communistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communistic",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to communism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communitarian",1,1,1 ], "a member of a communist community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communitarian",1,1,2 ], "an advocate of communalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community centre",1,1,1 ], "a building used by members of a community for social gatherings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community chest",1,1,1 ], "a fund raised by voluntary contribution for local welfare activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community college",1,1,1 ], "another term for village college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community college",1,1,2 ], "a nonresidential college offering two-year courses of study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community home",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a boarding school for the instruction and rehabilitation of young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community home",1,1,1 ], "offenders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "community school",1,1,1 ], "a school offering some nonacademic activities related to life in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community school",1,1,1 ], "community and often serving as a community centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "community singing",1,1,1 ], "singing, esp| of hymns, by a large gathering of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,1,1 ], "the people living in one locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,1,2 ], "the locality in which they live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,2 ], "a group of people having cultural, religious, ethnic, or other characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,2 ], "in common" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,3 ], "a group of nations having certain interests in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,4 ], "the public in general; society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,5 ], "common ownership or participation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,6 ], "similarity or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,7 ], "(in Wales since 1974 and Scotland since 1975) the smallest unit of local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,7 ], "government; a subdivision of a district" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,8 ], "a group of interdependent plants and animals inhabiting the same region and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "community",1,1,8 ], "interacting with each other through food and other relationships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "communize",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|) to make (property) public; nationalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "communize",1,1,2 ], "to make (a person or country) communist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutable",1,1,1 ], "(of a punishment, etc|) capable of being reduced in severity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutable",1,1,2 ], "able to be exchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutate",1,1,1 ], "to reverse the direction of (an electric current)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutate",1,1,2 ], "to convert (an alternating current) into a direct current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutation ticket",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for season ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutation",1,1,1 ], "a substitution or exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutation",1,1,1,1 ], "the replacement of one method of payment by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutation",1,1,1,2 ], "the payment substituted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutation",1,1,2 ], "the reduction in severity of a penalty imposed by law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutation",1,1,3 ], "the process of commutating an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutation",1,1,4 ], "the travelling done by a commuter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutative law",1,1,1 ], "a law of mathematics and logic that states that certain operations, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutative law",1,1,1 ], "addition, multiplication, conjunction, and alternation, are independent of the order in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commutative law",1,1,1 ], "which the numbers, symbols, or statements are considered, as in 5,,7 = 7,,5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "commutative",1,1,1 ], "relating to or involving substitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutator",1,1,1 ], "a device used to reverse the direction of flow of an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commutator",1,1,2 ], "coils" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "commutator",1,1,2 ], "electric motor, generator, etc|, used to make electrical contact with the rotating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commutator",1,1,2 ], "the segmented metal cylinder or disc mounted on the armature shaft of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,1,1 ], "to travel some distance regularly between one's home and one's place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,1,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,2,1 ], "to substitute; exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,3,1 ], "to reduce (a sentence) to one less severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,3,2 ], "instalments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,3,2 ], "to pay (an annuity, etc|) at one time, esp| with a discount, instead of in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,4,1 ], "to transform; change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,5,1 ], "to act as or be a substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commute",1,6,1 ], "to make a substitution; change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commuter",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who travels to work over an appreciable distance, usually from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "commuter",1,1,1,1 ], "suburbs to the centre of a city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "commuter",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comm|",1,1,1 ], "commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comm|",1,1,2 ], "commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comm|",1,1,3 ], "committee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comm|",1,1,4 ], "commonwealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comose",1,1,1 ], "another word for comate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp",1,1,1 ], "a compositor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp",1,1,2 ], "an accompanist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp",1,1,3 ], "an accompaniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp",1,1,4 ], "a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp",1,2,1 ], "to work as a compositor in the printing industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp",1,2,2 ], "to play an accompaniment (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,1,1 ], "(k@!pkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,1,2 ], "closely packed together; dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,1,3 ], "neatly fitted into a restricted space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,1,4 ], "concise; brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,1,5 ], "well constructed; solid; firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,1,6 ], "(foll| by of) composed or made up (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,1,7 ], "(of a car) small and economical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,2,1 ], "(k@!pkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,3,1 ], "to pack or join closely together; compress; condense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,3,2 ], "(foll| by of) to create or form by pressing together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,3,3 ], "to compress (a metal powder) to form a stable product suitable for sintering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,4,1 ], "a small flat case containing a mirror, face powder, etc|, designed to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,4,1 ], "carried in a woman's handbag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,4,2 ], "a small and economical car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",1,4,3 ], "a mass of metal prepared for sintering by cold-pressing a metal powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compact",2,1,1 ], "an official contract or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compadre",1,1,1 ], "a masculine friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compander",1,1,1 ], "a system for improving the signal-to-noise ratio of a signal at a transmitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compander",1,1,1 ], "it to its original amplitude level at the receiving or reproducing apparatus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compander",1,1,1 ], "or recorder by first compressing the volume range of the signal and then restoring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "companion set",1,1,1 ], "a set of fire irons on a stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,1 ], "a person who is an associate of another or others; comrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) an employee, usually a woman, who provides company for an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,2 ], "employer, esp| an elderly woman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,2,1 ], "one of a pair; match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,3 ], "a guidebook or handbook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,4 ], "a member of the lowest rank of any of certain orders of knighthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,1,5 ], "the fainter of the two components of a double star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",1,2,1 ], "to accompany or be a companion to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",2,1,1,1 ], "a raised frame on an upper deck with windows to give light to the deck below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companion",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companionable",1,1,1 ], "suited to be a companion; sociable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companionate",1,1,1 ], "resembling, appropriate to, or acting as a companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companionate",1,1,2 ], "harmoniously suited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companionship",1,1,1 ], "the relationship of friends or companions; fellowship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "companionway",1,1,1 ], "a stairway or ladder leading from one deck to another in a boat or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "company secretary",1,1,1 ], "an officer of an incorporated company who has certain legal obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "company sergeant-major",1,1,1 ], "the senior noncommissioned officer in a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "company union",1,1,1 ], "an unaffiliated union of workers in a single business enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"to accompany (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 10, 2],"(esp| of lovers) to associate with each other; spend time together",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 10],"keep or bear company",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"to end a friendship, esp| as a result of a quarrel",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"to separate",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 11],"part company",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 1],"a number of people gathered together; assembly",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 2],"the fact of being with someone; companionship",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 3],"a social visitor or visitors; guest or guests",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 4],"a business enterprise",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 5],"the members of an enterprise not specifically mentioned in the enterprise's",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 5],"title",2). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 6],"a group of actors, usually including business and technical personnel",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 7],"a small unit of troops, usually comprising two or more platoons",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 8],"the officers and crew of a ship",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 1, 9],"a medieval guild",1). c_DEF([ "company" ,1, 2, 1],"to keep company or associate (with someone)",1). c_DEF([ "comparable",1,1,1 ], "worthy of comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparable",1,1,2 ], "able to be compared (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparative",1,1,1 ], "denoting or involving comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparative",1,1,2 ], "judged by comparison; relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparative",1,1,3 ], "denoting the form of an adjective that indicates that the quality denoted is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparative",1,1,3 ], "marked by the suffix -er or the word more" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "comparative",1,1,3 ], "possessed to a greater extent| In English the comparative form of an adjective is usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comparative",1,2,1 ], "the comparative form of an adjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparator",1,1,1 ], "any instrument used to measure a property of a system by comparing it with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparator",1,1,1 ], "standard system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comparator",1,1,2 ], "an electric circuit that compares two signals and gives an indication of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparator",1,1,2 ], "extent of their similarity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,1,1 ], "to regard or represent as analogous or similar; liken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,2,1 ], "to examine in order to observe resemblances or differences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,3,1 ], "to be of the same or similar quality or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,4,1 ], "to bear a specified relation of quality or value when examined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,5,1 ], "to give the positive, comparative, and superlative forms of (an adjective)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,6,1 ], "to compete or vie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,6,2 ], "compare notes| to exchange opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compare",1,7,1 ], "comparison or analogy (esp| in the phrase beyond compare)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of comparing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,2 ], "the state of being compared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,3 ], "comparable quality or qualities; likeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,4 ], "a rhetorical device involving comparison, such as a simile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,5 ], "adjective or adverb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,5 ], "the listing of the positive, comparative, and superlative forms of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,6 ], "bear or stand comparison (with)| to be sufficiently similar in class or range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comparison",1,1,6 ], "to be compared with (something else), esp| favourably" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compartment",1,1,1 ], "one of the sections into which an area, esp| an enclosed space, is divided or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compartment",1,1,1 ], "partitioned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compartment",1,1,2 ], "any separate part or section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compartment",1,1,3 ], "a small storage space; locker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compartmentalize",1,1,1 ], "to put or divide into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compartmentalize",1,1,2 ], "(compartments, categories, etc|), esp| to an excessive degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compar|",1,1,1 ], "comparative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass card",1,1,1 ], "a compass in the form of a card that rotates so that 0 degrees or North points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass card",1,1,1 ], "to magnetic north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compass plant",1,1,1 ], "a tall plant, Silphium laciniatum, of central North America, that has yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass plant",1,1,1 ], "flowers and lower leaves that tend to align themselves at right angles to the strongest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compass plant",1,1,1 ], "light, esp| in a north-south plane: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compass plant",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass rose",1,1,1 ], "a circle or decorative device printed on a map or chart showing the points of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass rose",1,1,1 ], "the compass measured from true north and usually magnetic north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compass saw",1,1,1 ], "a hand saw with a narrow tapered blade for making a curved cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass window",1,1,1 ], "a bay window having a semicircular shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for finding direction, usually having a magnetized needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,1 ], "swinging freely on a pivot, which points to magnetic north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,2 ], "an instrument used for drawing circles, measuring distances, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,2 ], "consists of two arms, joined at one end, one arm of which serves as a pivot or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,2 ], "stationary reference point, while the other is extended or describes a circle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,3 ], "limits or range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,4 ], "musical instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,4 ], "the interval between the lowest and highest note attainable by a voice or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,1,5 ], "a circular course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,2,1 ], "to encircle or surround; hem in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,2,2 ], "to comprehend or grasp mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,2,3 ], "to achieve; attain; accomplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compass",1,2,4 ], "to plot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compassion",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of distress and pity for the suffering or misfortune of another," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compassion",1,1,1 ], "often including the desire to alleviate it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compassionate",1,1,1 ], "showing or having compassion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compassionate",1,1,2 ], "bereavement, family illness, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compassionate",1,1,2 ], "compassionate leave| leave granted, esp| to a serviceman, on the grounds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compatible",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by with) able to exist together harmoniously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compatible",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by with) consistent or congruous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compatible",1,1,3 ], "(of plants)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compatible",1,1,3,1 ], "capable of forming successful grafts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compatible",1,1,3,2 ], "capable of self-fertilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compatible",1,1,4 ], "(of pieces of machinery, computer equipment, etc|) capable of being used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compatible",1,1,4 ], "together without special modification or adaptation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compatriot",1,1,1 ], "a fellow countryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compeer",1,1,1 ], "a person of equal rank, status, or ability; peer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compeer",1,1,2 ], "a companion or comrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compel",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cause (someone) by force (to be or do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compel",1,1,2 ], "to obtain by force; exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compel",1,1,3 ], "to overpower or subdue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compel",1,1,4 ], "to herd or drive together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compellation",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for appellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compelling",1,1,1 ], "arousing or denoting strong interest, esp| admiring interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compendious",1,1,1 ], "containing or stating the essentials of a subject in a concise form; succinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compendium",1,1,1 ], "a book containing a collection of useful hints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compendium",1,1,2 ], "a selection, esp| of different games or other objects in one container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compendium",1,1,3 ], "a concise but comprehensive summary of a larger work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensable",1,1,1 ], "entitled to compensation or capable of being compensated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensate",1,1,1 ], "to make amends to (someone), esp| for loss or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensate",1,2,1 ], "to serve as compensation or damages for (injury, loss, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensate",1,2,2 ], "so as to nullify the effects of an undesirable influence and produce equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compensate",1,2,2 ], "to offset or counterbalance the effects of (a force, weight, movement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensate",1,3,1 ], "exhibition of qualities regarded as desirable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compensate",1,3,1 ], "to attempt to conceal or offset one's shortcomings by the exaggerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making amends for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensation",1,1,2 ], "something given as reparation for loss, injury, etc|; indemnity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensation",1,1,3 ], "the automatic movements made by the body to maintain balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensation",1,1,4 ], "exhibition of qualities regarded as desirable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compensation",1,1,4 ], "the attempt to conceal or offset one's shortcomings by the exaggerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensation",1,1,5 ], "abnormal growth and increase in size in one organ in response to the removal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compensation",1,1,5 ], "or inactivation of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compensatory spending",1,1,1 ], "another name for deficit spending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compere",1,1,1 ], "a master of ceremonies who introduces cabaret, television acts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compere",1,2,1 ], "to act as a compere (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compete",1,1,1 ], "a contest (with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compete",1,1,1 ], "to contend (against) for profit, an award, athletic supremacy, etc| engage in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competence",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being capable; ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competence",1,1,2 ], "a sufficient income to live on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competence",1,1,3 ], "the state of being legally competent or qualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competence",1,1,4 ], "influences subsequent development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "competence",1,1,4 ], "the ability of embryonic tissues to react to external conditions in a way that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competency",1,1,1 ], "capacity to testify in a court of law; eligibility to be sworn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competency",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for competence 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competent",1,1,1 ], "having sufficient skill, knowledge, etc|; capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competent",1,1,2 ], "suitable or sufficient for the purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competent",1,1,3 ], "(of a witness, etc|) having legal capacity qualified to testify, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competent",1,2,1 ], "belonging as a right; appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competition",1,1,1 ], "the act of competing; rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competition",1,1,2 ], "a contest in which a winner is selected from among two or more entrants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competition",1,1,3 ], "a series of games, sports events, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competition",1,1,4 ], "the opposition offered by a competitor or competitors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competition",1,1,5 ], "a competitor or competitors offering opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competition",1,1,6 ], "space, light, etc|, when these are inadequate to supply the needs of all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "competition",1,1,6 ], "the struggle between individuals of the same or different species for food," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competitive",1,1,1 ], "involving or determined by rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competitive",1,1,2 ], "commercial rivals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "competitive",1,1,2 ], "sufficiently low in price or high in quality to be successful against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competitive",1,1,3 ], "relating to or characterized by an urge to compete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "competitor",1,1,1 ], "a person, group, team, firm, etc|, that vies or competes; rival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compilation film",1,1,1 ], "film from an archive used in a film or documentary to give a feeling of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compilation film",1,1,1 ], "relevant period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compilation",1,1,1 ], "something collected or compiled, such as a list, report, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compilation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of collecting or compiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compile",1,1,1 ], "to make or compose from other materials or sources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compile",1,1,2 ], "to collect or gather for a book, hobby, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compile",1,1,3 ], "language, using a compiler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compile",1,1,3 ], "to create (a set of machine instructions) from a high-level programming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compiler",1,1,1 ], "a person who collects or compiles something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compiler",1,1,2 ], "a computer program by which a high-level programming language, such as COBOL" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compiler",1,1,2 ], "computer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compiler",1,1,2 ], "or FORTRAN, is converted into machine language that can be acted upon by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complacency",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of satisfaction, esp| extreme self-satisfaction; smugness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complacency",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for complaisance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complacent",1,1,1 ], "pleased or satisfied, esp| extremely self-satisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complacent",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for complaisant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complain",1,1,1 ], "to express resentment, displeasure, etc|, esp| habitually; grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complain",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of) to state the presence of pain, illness, etc|, esp| in the hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complain",1,1,2 ], "of sympathy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complainant",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a complaint, usually before justices; plaintiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complaint",1,1,1 ], "the act of complaining; an expression of grievance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complaint",1,1,2 ], "a cause for complaining; grievance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complaint",1,1,3 ], "a mild ailment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complaint",1,1,4 ], "a statement by which a civil proceeding in a magistrates' court is commenced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complaisance",1,1,1 ], "deference to the wishes of others; willing compliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complaisance",1,1,2 ], "an act of willing compliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complaisant",1,1,1 ], "showing a desire to comply or oblige; polite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complect",1,1,1 ], "to interweave or entwine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complected",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| dialect word for complexioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement fixation test",1,1,1 ], "a serological test for detecting the presence of a specific antibody or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement fixation test",1,1,1 ], "antigen, used in the diagnosis of syphilis, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that completes something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,2 ], "one of two parts that make up a whole or complete each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,3 ], "a complete amount, number, etc| (often in the phrase full complement)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,4 ], "the officers and crew needed to man a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,4,1 ], "a noun phrase that follows a copula or similar verb, as for example an idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,4,1 ], "in the sentence He is an idiot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,4,2 ], "a clause that serves as the subject or direct object of a verb or the direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,4,2 ], "object of a preposition, as for example that he would be early in the sentence I hoped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,4,2 ], "that he would be early" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,5 ], "the angle that when added to a specified angle produces a right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,6 ], "the class of all the things that are not members of a given class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,7 ], "the inverted form of an interval that, when added to the interval, completes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,7 ], "the octave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,8 ], "a heat-sensitive component of blood serum that destroys pathogenic substances," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,1,8 ], "esp| bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complement",1,3,1 ], "to add to, make complete, or form a complement to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementary angle",1,1,1 ], "either of two angles whose sum is 90 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementary colour",1,1,1 ], "one of any pair of colours, such as yellow and blue, that give white or grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementary colour",1,1,1 ], "when mixed in the correct proportions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complementary wavelength",1,1,1 ], "proportions with a given coloured light so as to produce some specified achromatic light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complementary wavelength",1,1,1 ], "the wavelength of monochromatic light that could be mixed in suitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementary",1,1,1 ], "acting as or forming a complement; completing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementary",1,1,2 ], "forming a satisfactory or balanced whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementary",1,1,3 ], "forming a mathematical complement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementary",1,1,4 ], "(of genes) producing an effect in association with other genes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementizer",1,1,1 ], "a word or morpheme that serves to introduce a complement clause or a reduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complementizer",1,1,1 ], "form of such a clause, as that in I wish that he would leave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,1 ], "having every necessary part or element; entire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,2 ], "ended; finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,3 ], "thorough; absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,4 ], "perfect in quality or kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,5 ], "(of a logical system) constituted such that a contradiction arises on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,5 ], "addition of any proposition that cannot be deduced from the axioms of the system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,6 ], "(of flowers) having sepals, petals, stamens, and carpels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,1,7 ], "expert or skilled; accomplished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,2,1 ], "to make whole or perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complete",1,2,2 ], "to end; finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex conjugate",1,1,1 ], "complex number, the real parts of both numbers being equal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complex conjugate",1,1,1 ], "the complex number whose imaginary part is the negation of that of a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex fraction",1,1,1 ], "a fraction in which the numerator or denominator or both contain fractions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex salt",1,1,1 ], "a salt that contains one or more complex ions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sentence containing at least one main clause and one subordinate clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,1 ], "made up of various interconnected parts; composite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,2 ], "(of thoughts, writing, etc|) intricate or involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a word)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,3 ], "containing at least one bound form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,3,1 ], "of or involving one or more complex numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a noun phrase) containing both a lexical noun and an embedded clause, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,3,2 ], "consisting of a real and an imaginary part, either of which can be zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,3,2 ], "for example the italicized parts of the following sentence: I didn't know the man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,1,3,2 ], "who served me" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,1 ], "a whole made up of interconnected or related parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,2 ], "a group of emotional ideas or impulses that have been banished from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,2 ], "conscious mind but that continue to influence a person's behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,3 ], "an obsession or excessive fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,4 ], "a chemical compound in which molecules, groups, or ions are attached to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,4 ], "central metal atom, esp| a transition metal atom, by coordinate bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,5 ], "any chemical compound in which one molecule is linked to another by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complex",1,2,5 ], "coordinate bond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complexion",1,1,1 ], "the colour and general appearance of a person's skin, esp| of the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complexion",1,1,2 ], "aspect, character, or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complexion",1,1,2,1 ], "the temperament of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complexion",1,1,2,2 ], "the temperature and general appearance of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complexioned",1,1,1 ], "of a specified complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complexity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being intricate or complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complexity",1,1,2 ], "something intricate or complex; complication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliance",1,1,1 ], "the act of complying; acquiescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliance",1,1,2 ], "a disposition to yield to or comply with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliance",1,1,3 ], "a measure of the ability of a mechanical system to respond to an applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliance",1,1,3 ], "vibrating force, expressed as the reciprocal of the system's stiffness| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compliant",1,1,1 ], "complying, obliging, or yielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complicacy",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for complexity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complicate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become complex, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complicate",1,2,1 ], "folded on itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complicate",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for complicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complicated",1,1,1 ], "analyse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "complicated",1,1,1 ], "made up of intricate parts or aspects that are difficult to understand or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complication",1,1,1 ], "a condition, event, etc|, that is complex or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complication",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of complicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complication",1,1,3 ], "a situation, event, or condition that complicates or frustrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complication",1,1,4 ], "a disease or disorder arising as a consequence of another disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complice",1,1,1 ], "an associate or accomplice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complicity",1,1,1 ], "the fact or condition of being an accomplice, esp| in a criminal act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complicity",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for complexity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliment",1,1,1 ], "a remark or act expressing respect, admiration, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliment",1,1,2 ], "a greeting of respect or regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliment",1,1,3 ], "a gift or gratuity; tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliment",1,3,1 ], "to express admiration of; congratulate or commend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compliment",1,3,2 ], "to express or show respect or regard for, esp| by a gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complimentary",1,1,1 ], "conveying, containing, or resembling a compliment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complimentary",1,1,2 ], "expressing praise; flattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complimentary",1,1,3 ], "given free, esp| as a courtesy or for publicity purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compline",1,1,1 ], "the last of the seven canonical hours of the divine office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complot",1,1,1 ], "a plot or conspiracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complot",1,2,1 ], "(k@!pl$At), plots, plotting, plotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "complot",1,2,2 ], "to plot together; conspire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comply",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(usually foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comply",1,1,2 ], "to act in accordance with rules, wishes, etc|; be obedient (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comply",1,1,3 ], "to be obedient or complaisant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compo",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of materials, such as mortar, plaster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compo",1,1,2 ], "compensation, esp| for injury or loss of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compo",1,2,1 ], "intended to last for several days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,1,1 ], "a constituent part or aspect of something more complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,1,2 ], "any electrical device, such as a resistor, that has distinct electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,1,2 ], "characteristics and that may be connected to other electrical devices to form a circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,1,2,1 ], "one of a set of two or more vectors whose resultant is a given vector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,1,2,2 ], "the projection of this given vector onto a specified line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,1,3 ], "describe fully the composition of each phase in a system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,1,3 ], "one of the minimum number of chemically distinct constituents necessary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "component",1,2,1 ], "forming or functioning as a part or aspect; constituent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compony",1,1,1 ], "made up of alternating metal and colour, colour and fur, or fur and metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comport",1,1,1 ], "to conduct or bear (oneself) in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comport",1,2,1 ], "to agree (with); correspond (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comportment",1,1,1 ], "conduct; bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compos mentis",1,1,1 ], "of sound mind sane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,1,1 ], "to put together or make up by combining; put in proper order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,1,2 ], "to be the component elements of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,1,3 ], "to produce or create (a musical or literary work)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,2,1 ], "to write music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,2,2 ], "to calm (someone, esp| oneself); make quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,2,3 ], "to adjust or settle (a quarrel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,2,4 ], "to order the elements of (a painting, sculpture, etc|); design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compose",1,2,5 ], "to set up (type)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composed",1,1,1 ], "(of people) calm tranquil serene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composer",1,1,1 ], "a person who composes music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composer",1,1,2 ], "a person or machine that composes anything, esp| type for printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composing room",1,1,1 ], "the room in a printing establishment in which type is set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite number",1,1,1 ], "an integer that can be factorized into two or more other integers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite photograph",1,1,1 ], "a photograph formed by superimposing two or more separate photographs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite school",1,1,1 ], "a secondary school offering both academic and nonacademic courses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,1,1 ], "composed of separate parts; compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the plant family Compositae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,1,3 ], "capable of being factorized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,1,4 ], "characterized by a combination of the Ionic and Corinthian styles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to one of the five classical orders of architecture:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,2,1 ], "something composed of separate parts; compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,2,2 ], "any plant of the family Compositae, typically having flower heads composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,2,2 ], "ray flowers (e|g| dandelion), disc flowers (e|g| thistle), or both (e|g| daisy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,2,3 ], "a material, such as reinforced concrete, made of two or more distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composite",1,2,3 ], "materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "composition of forces",1,1,1 ], "resultant)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "composition of forces",1,1,1 ], "the combination of two or more forces into a single equivalent force (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,1 ], "the act of putting together or making up by combining parts or ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,2 ], "something formed in this manner or the resulting state or quality; a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,3 ], "the parts of which something is composed or made up; constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,4 ], "a work of music, art, or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,5 ], "other and to the whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,5 ], "the harmonious arrangement of the parts of a work of art in relation to each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,6 ], "a piece of writing undertaken as an academic exercise in grammatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,6 ], "acceptable writing; an essay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,7 ], "the act or technique of setting up type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,8 ], "the formation of compound words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,8,1 ], "a settlement by mutual consent, esp| a legal agreement whereby the creditors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,8,1 ], "agree to accept partial payment of a debt in full settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "composition",1,1,8,2 ], "the sum so agreed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compositor",1,1,1 ], "a person who sets and corrects type and generally assembles plating and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compositor",1,1,1 ], "matter| Sometimes shortened to comp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compossible",1,1,1 ], "possible in coexistence with something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compost",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of organic residues such as decomposed vegetation, manure, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compost",1,1,1 ], "used as a fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compost",1,1,2 ], "a compound or mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compost",1,2,1 ], "to make (vegetable matter) into compost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compost",1,2,2 ], "to fertilize with compost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "composure",1,1,1 ], "calmness, esp| of the mind; tranquillity; serenity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compotation",1,1,1 ], "the act of drinking together in a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compote",1,1,1 ], "a dish of fruit stewed with sugar or in a syrup and served hot or cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound engine",1,1,1 ], "a high-pressure cylinder and then in one or more low-pressure cylinders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound engine",1,1,1 ], "a steam engine in which the steam is expanded in more than one stage, first in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound engine",1,1,2 ], "a reciprocating engine in which the exhaust gases are expanded in a turbine to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound engine",1,1,2 ], "drive a supercharger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound eye",1,1,1 ], "separate light-sensitive units (ommatidia)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound eye",1,1,1 ], "the convex eye of insects and some crustaceans, consisting of numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound flower",1,1,1 ], "a flower head made up of many small flowers appearing as a single bloom, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound flower",1,1,1 ], "the daisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound fraction",1,1,1 ], "another name for complex fraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound fracture",1,1,1 ], "a fracture in which the broken bone either pierces the skin or communicates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound fracture",1,1,1 ], "with an open wound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound interest",1,1,1 ], "interest calculated on both the principal and its accrued interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound leaf",1,1,1 ], "a leaf consisting of two or more leaflets borne on the same leafstalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound lens",1,1,1 ], "another term for lens ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound microscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for magnifying small objects, consisting of a lens of short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound microscope",1,1,1 ], "focal length for forming an image that is further magnified by a second lens of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound microscope",1,1,1 ], "longer focal length" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compound number",1,1,1 ], "a quantity expressed in two or more different but related units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sentence containing at least two coordinate clauses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,1,1 ], "a substance that contains atoms of two or more chemical elements held together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,1,1 ], "by chemical bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,1,2 ], "any combination of two or more parts, aspects, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,1,3 ], "a word formed from two existing words or combining forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,1 ], "(k@!pa$und)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,2 ], "(mainly tr|) to mix or combine so as to create a compound or other product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,3 ], "to make by combining parts, elements, aspects, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,4 ], "to intensify by an added element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,5 ], "to calculate or pay (interest) on both the principal and its accrued interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,6 ], "to come to an agreement in (a quarrel, dispute, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,7 ], "to settle (a debt, promise, etc|) for less than what is owed; compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,8 ], "to agree not to prosecute in return for a consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,9 ], "acting as a shunt, the other being in series with the main circuit, thus making the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,9 ], "machine self-regulating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,2,9 ], "to place duplex windings on the field coil of (a motor or generator), one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,1 ], "composed of or created by the combination of two or more parts, elements, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,2 ], "(of a word) consisting of elements that are also words or productive combining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,2 ], "forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,3 ], "(of a verb or the tense, mood, etc|, of a verb) formed by using an auxiliary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,3 ], "verb in addition to the main verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,3,1 ], "denoting a time in which the number of beats per bar is a multiple of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,3,2 ], "(of an interval) greater than an octave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,4 ], "another word for colonial ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,5 ], "(of a steam engine, turbine, etc|) having multiple stages in which the steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,5 ], "or working fluid from one stage is used in a subsequent stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,6 ], "(of a piston engine) having a supercharger powered by a turbine in the exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",1,3,6 ], "stream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compound",2,1,1 ], "(esp| in South Africa) an enclosure in which native workers are housed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",2,1,2 ], "any similar enclosure, such as a camp for prisoners of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compound",2,1,3 ], "another name for kampong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprador",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in China and some other Asian countries) a native agent of a foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprador",1,1,1 ], "enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comprehend",1,1,1 ], "to perceive or understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehend",1,2,1 ], "to comprise or embrace; include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being comprehended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehension",1,1,1 ], "the act or capacity of understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehension",1,1,2 ], "the state of including or comprising something; comprehensiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehension",1,1,3 ], "the attributes implied by a given concept or term; connotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive school",1,1,1 ], "a large secondary school for children of all abilities from the same district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive school",1,1,2 ], "another name for composite school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive",1,1,1 ], "of broad scope or content; including all or much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive",1,1,2 ], "(of a car insurance policy) providing protection against most risks, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive",1,1,2 ], "third-party liability, fire, theft, and damage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive",1,1,3 ], "having the ability to understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or being a comprehensive school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprehensive",1,2,1 ], "short for comprehensive school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compress",1,1,1 ], "(k@!pr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compress",1,2,1 ], "to squeeze together or compact into less space; condense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compress",1,3,1 ], "a wet or dry cloth or gauze pad with or without medication, applied firmly to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compress",1,3,1 ], "some part of the body to relieve discomfort, reduce fever, drain a wound, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compress",1,3,2 ], "a machine for packing material, esp| cotton, under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressed air",1,1,1 ], "air at a higher pressure than atmospheric pressure: used esp| as a source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressed air",1,1,1 ], "power for machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compressed",1,1,1 ], "squeezed together or condensed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressed",1,1,2 ], "(of the form of flatfishes, certain plant parts, etc|) flattened laterally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressed",1,1,2 ], "along the whole length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compression ratio",1,1,1 ], "engine at the beginning of the compression stroke to the volume enclosed at the end of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compression ratio",1,1,1 ], "it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compression ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the volume enclosed by the cylinder of an internal-combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compression",1,1,1 ], "the act of compressing or the condition of being compressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compression",1,1,2 ], "an increase in pressure of the charge in an engine or compressor obtained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compression",1,1,2 ], "reducing its volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compressive",1,1,1 ], "compressing or having the power or capacity to compress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressor",1,1,1 ], "any reciprocating or rotating device that compresses a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressor",1,1,2 ], "combustion chambers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compressor",1,1,2 ], "the part of a gas turbine that compresses the air before it enters the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressor",1,1,3 ], "any muscle that causes compression of any part or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressor",1,1,4 ], "a medical instrument for holding down a part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressor",1,1,5 ], "an electronic device for reducing the variation in signal amplitude in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compressor",1,1,5 ], "transmission system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "comprise",1,1,1 ], "to include; contain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comprise",1,1,2 ], "to constitute the whole of; consist of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,1,1 ], "settlement of a dispute by concessions on both or all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,1,2 ], "the terms of such a settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,1,3 ], "something midway between two or more different things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,1,4 ], "an exposure of one's good name, reputation, etc|, to injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,2,1 ], "to settle (a dispute) by making concessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,3,1 ], "to expose (a person or persons) to disrepute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,4,1 ], "to prejudice unfavourably; weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compromise",1,5,1 ], "to pledge mutually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compte rendu",1,1,1 ], "a short review or notice, esp| of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compte rendu",1,1,2 ], "a statement of account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comptroller",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of controller ,1,2, esp| as a title of any of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comptroller",1,1,1 ], "financial executives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compulsion",1,1,1 ], "the act of compelling or the state of being compelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compulsion",1,1,2 ], "something that compels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compulsion",1,1,3 ], "an inner drive that causes a person to perform actions, often of a trivial and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compulsion",1,1,3 ], "repetitive nature, against his will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compulsive",1,1,1 ], "relating to or involving compulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compulsive",1,2,1 ], "an individual who is subject to a psychological compulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compulsory purchase",1,1,1 ], "department for public use or to make way for development, regardless of whether or not the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "compulsory purchase",1,1,1 ], "owner wishes to sell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "compulsory purchase",1,1,1 ], "purchase of a house or other property by a local authority or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compulsory",1,1,1 ], "required by regulations or laws; obligatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compulsory",1,1,2 ], "involving or employing compulsion; compelling;necessary; essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compunction",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of remorse, guilt, or regret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compurgation",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a method of trial whereby a defendant might be acquitted if a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compurgation",1,1,1 ], "sufficient number of persons swore to his innocence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "computation",1,1,1 ], "a calculation involving numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compute",1,1,1 ], "to calculate (an answer, result, etc|), often with the aid of a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "compute",1,2,1 ], "calculation; computation (esp| in the phrase beyond compute)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computer typesetting",1,1,1 ], "a system for the high-speed composition of type by a device driven by punched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computer typesetting",1,1,1 ], "paper tape or magnetic tape that has been processed by a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,1,1 ], "The hybrid computer combines some of the advantages of digital and analog" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,1,1 ], "a device, usually electronic, that processes data according to a set of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,1,1 ], "and logical operations at very high speed| The analog computer has no memory and is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,1,1 ], "computers" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,1,1 ], "instructions| The digital computer stores data in discrete units and performs arithmetical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,1,1 ], "slower than the digital computer but has a continuous rather than a discrete input|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computer",1,1,2 ], "a person who computes or calculates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computerize",1,1,1 ], "replacement for human labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "computerize",1,1,1 ], "to cause (certain operations) to be performed by a computer, esp| as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computerize",1,2,1 ], "to install a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computerize",1,3,1 ], "to control or perform (operations within a system) by means of a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "computerize",1,4,1 ], "to process or store (information) by means of or in a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,1 ], "companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,10 ], "compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,11 ], "comprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,2 ], "comparative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,3 ], "compare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,4 ], "compiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,5 ], "compiler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,6 ], "complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,7 ], "composer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,8 ], "composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comp|",1,1,9 ], "compositor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comrade",1,1,1 ], "an associate or companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comrade",1,1,2 ], "a fellow member of a political party, esp| a fellow Communist or socialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comsat",1,1,1 ], "short for communications satellite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "comstockery",1,1,1 ], "immoderate censorship on grounds of immorality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "com|",1,1,1 ], "comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "com|",1,1,2 ], "comic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "com|",1,1,3 ], "commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "com|",1,1,4 ], "commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "com|",1,1,5 ], "committee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con amore",1,2,1 ], "lovingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con brio",1,2,1 ], "with liveliness or spirit, as in the phrase allegro con brio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con dolore",1,2,1 ], "in a sad manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con espressione",1,2,1 ], "with feeling; expressively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con fuoco",1,2,1 ], "in a fiery manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con man",1,1,1 ], "a person who swindles another by means of a confidence trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con man",1,1,2 ], "a plausible character| More formal term: confidence man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con moto",1,2,1 ], "in a brisk or lively manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con spirito",1,2,1 ], "in a spirited or lively manner (also in the phrases allegro con spirito," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con spirito",1,2,1 ], "presto con spirito)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "con" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"short for ,confidence trick",1). c_DEF([ "con" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "con" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to swindle or defraud",1). c_DEF([ "con",2,1,1 ], "an argument or vote against a proposal, motion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con",2,1,2 ], "a person who argues or votes against a proposal, motion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con",3,1,1 ], "short for convict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con",5,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic| to study attentively or learn (esp| in the phrase con by rote)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con-",1,1,1 ], "variant of com-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conation",1,1,1 ], "and appears as desire, volition, and striving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conation",1,1,1 ], "the element in psychological processes that tends towards activity or change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conative",1,1,1 ], "denoting an aspect of verbs in some languages used to indicate the effort of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conative",1,1,1 ], "the agent in performing the activity described by the verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conative",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to conation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conatus",1,1,1 ], "an effort or striving of natural impulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conatus",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in the philosophy of Spinoza) the tendency of all things to persist in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conatus",1,1,2 ], "their own being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concatenate",1,1,1 ], "to link or join together, esp| in a chain or series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concatenate",1,2,1 ], "linked or joined together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concatenation",1,1,1 ], "a series of interconnected events, concepts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concatenation",1,1,2 ], "the act of linking together or the state of being joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concave",1,1,1 ], "curving inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concave",1,1,2 ], "having one or two surfaces curved or ground in the shape of a section of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concave",1,1,2 ], "interior of a sphere, paraboloid, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concave",1,1,3 ], "(of a polygon) containing an interior angle greater than 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concave",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concave",1,2,1 ], "to make concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concavity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concavity",1,1,2 ], "a concave surface or thing; cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concavo-concave",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a lens) having both sides concave biconcave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concavo-convex",1,1,1 ], "having one side concave and the other side convex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concavo-convex",1,1,2 ], "(of a lens) having a concave face with greater curvature than the convex face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceal",1,1,1 ], "to keep from discovery; hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceal",1,1,2 ], "to keep secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concede",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to admit or acknowledge (something) as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concede",1,1,1 ], "true or correct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concede",1,1,2 ], "to yield or allow (something, such as a right)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concede",1,2,1 ], "to admit as certain in outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,1 ], "a high, often exaggerated, opinion of oneself or one's accomplishments;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,1 ], "vanity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,2 ], "Metaphysical poets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,2 ], "an elaborate image or far-fetched comparison, esp| as used by the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,2,1 ], "a witty expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,2,2 ], "fancy; imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,2,3 ], "an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,1,3 ], "a small ornament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,2,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,2,2 ], "to like or be able to bear (something, such as food or drink)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceit",1,2,3 ], "to think or imagine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceited",1,1,1 ], "having a high or exaggerated opinion of oneself or one's accomplishments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceited",1,1,2 ], "fanciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceited",1,1,3 ], "witty or intelligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceivable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being understood, believed, or imagined; possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceive",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceive",1,1,2 ], "think" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conceive",1,1,2 ], "when tr|, often takes a clause as object) to have an idea (of); imagine;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceive",1,2,1 ], "to hold as an opinion; believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceive",1,3,1 ], "to develop or form, esp| in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceive",1,3,2 ], "to become pregnant with (a child)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceive",1,4,1 ], "to express in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concelebrate",1,1,1 ], "to celebrate (the Eucharist or Mass) jointly with one or more other priests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concent",1,1,1 ], "a concord, as of sounds, voices, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentrate",1,1,1 ], "to come or cause to come to a single purpose or aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentrate",1,1,2 ], "solvent of a solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concentrate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become denser or purer by the removal of certain elements, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentrate",1,2,1 ], "to remove rock or sand from (an ore) to make it purer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentrate",1,3,1 ], "to bring one's faculties to bear (on); think intensely (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentrate",1,4,1 ], "a concentrated material or solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration camp",1,1,1 ], "a guarded prison camp in which prisoners are held, esp| one in Nazi Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,1 ], "intense mental application; complete attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of concentrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,3 ], "something that is concentrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,4 ], "(litre)| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,4 ], "the strength of a solution, esp| the amount of dissolved substance in a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,4 ], "volume of solvent, usually expressed in moles per cubic metre or cubic decimetre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,5 ], "the process of increasing the concentration of a solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,5,1 ], "the act of bringing together military forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,5,2 ], "the application of fire from a number of weapons against a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentration",1,1,6 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for Pelmanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentrative",1,1,1 ], "tending to concentrate; characterized by concentration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentre",1,1,1 ], "to converge or cause to converge on a common centre; concentrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concentric",1,1,1 ], "having a common centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concept",1,1,1 ], "something formed in the mind; abstract idea; thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concept",1,1,1,1 ], "a general idea of something formed by mentally combining all specific parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concept",1,1,1,1 ], "and characteristic features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concept",1,1,1,2 ], "an abstract notion, theoretical construct, or directly intuited object of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concept",1,1,1,2 ], "thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conceptacle",1,1,1 ], "a flask-shaped cavity containing the reproductive organs in some algae and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceptacle",1,1,1 ], "fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conception",1,1,1 ], "something conceived; notion, idea, design, or plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conception",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of an ovum being fertilized by a sperm in the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conception",1,1,3 ], "the product of such fertilization: an embryo or fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conception",1,1,4 ], "origin or beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conception",1,1,5 ], "the act or power of forming notions; invention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceptual",1,1,1 ], "of or characterized by concepts or the forming of concepts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceptualism",1,1,1 ], "mediated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conceptualism",1,1,1 ], "objects reflects the existence of some mental entity through which the application is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conceptualism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical theory that the application of general words to a variety of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conceptualize",1,1,1 ], "think in concepts (about)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conceptualize",1,1,1 ], "to form (a concept or concepts) out of observations, experience, data, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,1,1 ], "to relate to; be of importance or interest to; affect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by with or in) to involve or interest (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,2,1 ], "something that affects or is of importance to a person; affair; business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,2,2 ], "regard for or interest in a person or a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,2,3 ], "anxiety, worry, or solicitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,2,4 ], "important bearing or relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,2,5 ], "a commercial company or enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concern",1,2,6 ], "a material thing, esp| one of which one has a low opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerned",1,1,1 ], "interested, guilty, involved, or appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerned",1,1,2 ], "worried, troubled, or solicitous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerning",1,1,1 ], "about; regarding; on the subject of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerning",1,2,1 ], "worrying or troublesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concernment",1,1,1 ], "affair or business; concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concernment",1,1,2 ], "a matter of importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert grand",1,1,1 ], "a grand piano of the largest size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert pitch" ,1, 1, 1],"the frequency of 440 hertz assigned to the A above middle C",1). c_DEF([ "concert pitch" ,1, 1, 2],"a state of extreme readiness",1). c_DEF([ "concert",1,1,1,1 ], "a performance of music by players or singers that does not involve theatrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,1,1,1 ], "staging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,1,2 ], "agreement in design, plan, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,1,3 ], "in concert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,1,3,1 ], "acting in a co-ordinated fashion with a common purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,1,3,2 ], "(of musicians, etc|, esp| rock musicians) performing live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,2,1 ], "(k@!s$z$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concert",1,2,2 ], "to arrange or contrive (a plan) by mutual agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concertante" ,1, 1, 1],"characterized by contrastive passages or phrases between a soloist and the",1). c_DEF([ "concertante" ,1, 1, 1],"rest of the instrumental or vocal forces involved",2). c_DEF([ "concertante" ,1, 2, 1],"ti (-t$I)",1). c_DEF([ "concertante" ,1, 2, 2],"a composition characterized by such contrasts",1). c_DEF([ "concerted",1,1,1 ], "concerted action, concerted effort)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concerted",1,1,1 ], "mutually contrived, planned, or arranged; combined (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerted",1,1,2 ], "arranged in parts for a group of singers or players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concertgoer",1,1,1 ], "a person who attends concerts of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concertina" ,1, 1, 1],"a hexagonal musical instrument of the reed-organ family similar to the",1). c_DEF([ "concertina" ,1, 1, 1],"accordion",2). c_DEF([ "concertina" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to collapse or fold up like a concertina",1). c_DEF([ "concertino",1,1,1 ], "the small group of soloists in a concerto grosso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concertino",1,1,2 ], "a short concerto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concertize",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a soloist or conductor) to give concerts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concertmaster",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for leader (of an orchestra)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerto grosso",1,1,1 ], "a composition for an orchestra and a group of soloists, chiefly of the baroque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerto grosso",1,1,1 ], "period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concerto",1,1,1 ], "a composition for an orchestra and one or more soloists| The classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concerto",1,1,1 ], "concerto usually consisted of three movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concerto",1,1,2 ], "another word for ripieno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession road",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Ontario) any of a number of roughly parallel roads forming a grid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession road",1,1,1 ], "pattern along township survey lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,1 ], "the act of yielding or conceding, as to a demand or argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,2 ], "something conceded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,3 ], "any grant of rights, land, or property by a government, local authority," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,3 ], "corporation, or individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,4 ], "area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,4 ], "the right, esp| an exclusive right, to market a particular product in a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,4,1 ], "the right to maintain a subsidiary business on a lessor's premises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,4,2 ], "the premises so granted or the business so maintained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,4,3 ], "a free rental period for such premises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,5 ], "(chiefly in Ontario and Quebec)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,5,1 ], "a land subdivision in a township survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concession",1,1,5,2 ], "another name for a concession road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concessive",1,1,1 ], "implying or involving concession; tending to concede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concessive",1,1,2 ], "a conjunction, preposition, phrase, or clause describing a state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concessive",1,1,2 ], "in fact does not" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "concessive",1,1,2 ], "that might have been expected to rule out what is described in the main clause but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conch",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical marine gastropod molluscs of the genus Strombus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conch",1,1,1 ], "related genera, esp| S| gigas (giant conch), characterized by a large brightly coloured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conch",1,1,1 ], "spiral shell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conch",1,1,2 ], "the shell of such a mollusc, used as a trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conch",1,1,3 ], "another name for concha ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concha",1,1,1 ], "any bodily organ or part resembling a shell in shape, such as the external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concha",1,1,1 ], "ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concha",1,1,2 ], "the half dome of an apse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchie",1,1,1 ], "short for conscientious objector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchiferous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of molluscs) having or producing a shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchiferous",1,1,2 ], "(of rocks) containing shells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchiolin",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous insoluble protein that forms the basic structure of the shells of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchiolin",1,1,1 ], "molluscs| Formula: C30H48O11N9" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conchoid",1,1,1 ], "a plane curve consisting of two branches situated about a line to which they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchoid",1,1,1 ], "a)'2(x#5%2 + y#5%2),,b ,2 x ,2 where a is the distance between the pole and a vertical" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "conchoid",1,1,1 ], "are asymptotic, so that a line from a fixed point (the pole) intersecting both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conchoid",1,1,1 ], "asymptote and b is the length of the constant segment" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "conchoid",1,1,1 ], "branches is of constant length between asymptote and either branch| Equation: (x -" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conchoidal",1,1,1 ], "(of the fracture of minerals and rocks) having smooth shell-shaped convex and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchoidal",1,1,1 ], "concave surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conchoidal",1,1,2 ], "(of minerals and rocks, such as flint) having such a fracture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conchology",1,1,1 ], "the study and collection of mollusc shells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concierge",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in France) a caretaker of a block of flats, hotel, etc|, esp| one who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concierge",1,1,1 ], "lives on the premises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conciliar",1,1,1 ], "of, from, or by means of a council, esp| an ecclesiastical one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conciliate",1,1,1 ], "to overcome the hostility of; placate; win over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conciliate",1,1,2 ], "to win or gain (favour, regard, etc|), esp| by making friendly overtures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conciliate",1,1,3 ], "to make compatible; reconcile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conciliatory",1,1,1 ], "intended to placate or reconcile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concinnity",1,1,1 ], "a harmonious arrangement of parts, esp| in literary works, speeches, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concise",1,1,1 ], "expressing much in few words; brief and to the point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concision",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being concise; brevity; terseness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concision",1,1,2 ], "a cutting apart or off; severing; division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclave",1,1,1 ], "a confidential or secret meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclave",1,1,1,1 ], "the closed apartments where the college of cardinals elects a new pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclave",1,1,1,2 ], "a meeting of the college of cardinals for this purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclude",1,1,1 ], "to come or cause to come to an end or conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclude",1,1,2 ], "to decide by reasoning; deduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclude",1,1,3 ], "to arrange finally; settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclude",1,1,4 ], "to confine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,1 ], "end or termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,2 ], "the last main division of a speech, lecture, essay, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,3 ], "foregone conclusion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,3 ], "the outcome or result of an act, process, event, etc| (esp| in the phrase a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,4 ], "an intuitive rather than well reasoned deduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,5 ], "a final decision or judgment; resolution (esp| in the phrase come to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,5 ], "conclusion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,6 ], "a proposition inferred from a set of premisses that can be shown, on logical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,6 ], "grounds, to be true if the premisses are true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,6,1 ], "an admission or statement binding on the party making it; estoppel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,6,2 ], "the close of a pleading or of a conveyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,7 ], "in conclusion| lastly; to sum up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusion",1,1,8 ], "try conclusions with| Archaic| to engage in competition with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusive",1,1,1 ], "putting an end to doubt; decisive; final" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conclusive",1,1,2 ], "approaching or involving an end or conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concoct",1,1,1 ], "to make by combining different ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concoct",1,1,2 ], "to invent; make up; contrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concoction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of concocting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concoction",1,1,2 ], "something concocted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concoction",1,1,3 ], "an untruth; lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concomitance",1,1,1 ], "existence or occurrence together or in connection with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concomitance",1,1,2 ], "a thing that exists in connection with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concomitance",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine that the body and blood of Christ are present in the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concomitant",1,1,1 ], "existing or occurring together; associative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concomitant",1,2,1 ], "a concomitant act, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concord",1,1,1 ], "agreement or harmony between people or nations; amity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concord",1,1,2 ], "a treaty establishing peaceful relations between nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concord",1,1,3 ], "agreement or harmony between things, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concord",1,1,4 ], "a combination of musical notes, esp| one containing a series of consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concord",1,1,4 ], "intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concord",1,1,5 ], "another word for agreement ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concordance",1,1,1 ], "a state or condition of agreement or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concordance",1,1,2 ], "a book that indexes the principal words in a literary work, often with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concordance",1,1,2 ], "immediate context and an account of the meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concordance",1,1,3 ], "a text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concordance",1,1,3 ], "an index produced by computer or machine, alphabetically listing every word in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concordance",1,1,4 ], "an alphabetical list of subjects or topics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concordant",1,1,1 ], "being in agreement: harmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concordat",1,1,1 ], "a pact or treaty, esp| one between the Vatican and another state concerning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concordat",1,1,1 ], "the interests of religion in that state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concours d'lgance",1,1,1 ], "a parade of cars or other vehicles, prizes being awarded to the most elegant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concours d'lgance",1,1,1 ], "best designed, or best turned-out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concourse",1,1,1 ], "a crowd; throng" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concourse",1,1,2 ], "a coming together; confluence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concourse",1,1,3 ], "a large open space for the gathering of people in a public place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concourse",1,1,4 ], "a ground for sports, racing, athletics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrescence",1,1,1 ], "a growing together of initially separate parts or organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete music",1,1,1 ], "music consisting of an electronically modified montage of tape-recorded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete music",1,1,1 ], "sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concrete noun",1,1,1 ], "a noun that refers to a material object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete number",1,1,1 ], "a number referring to a particular object or objects, as in three dogs, ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete number",1,1,1 ], "men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concrete poetry",1,1,1 ], "poetry in which the visual form of the poem is used to convey meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,1,1,1 ], "a building material made of a mixture of cement, sand, aggregate, and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,1,1,1 ], "that hardens as it dries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,1,2 ], "a mass formed by the coalescence of separate particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,2,1 ], "relating to a particular instance or object; specific as opposed to general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,2,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of things capable of being perceived by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,2,1,1 ], "senses, as opposed to abstractions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,2,1,2 ], "the concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,2,2 ], "formed by the coalescence of particles; condensed; solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,3,1 ], "to construct in or cover with concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,3,2 ], "(k@!kri$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concrete",1,3,3 ], "to become or cause to become solid; coalesce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concretion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of coming or growing together; coalescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concretion",1,1,2 ], "a solid or solidified mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concretion",1,1,3 ], "something made real, tangible, or specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concretion",1,1,4 ], "any of various rounded or irregular mineral masses that are different in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concretion",1,1,4 ], "composition from the sedimentary rock that surrounds them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concretion",1,1,5 ], "another word for calculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concretize",1,1,1 ], "to render concrete make real or specific give tangible form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concubinage",1,1,1 ], "cohabitation without legal marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concubinage",1,1,2 ], "the state of living as a concubine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concubine",1,1,1 ], "(in polygamous societies) a secondary wife, usually of lower social rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concubine",1,1,2 ], "a woman who cohabits with a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concupiscence",1,1,1 ], "strong desire, esp| sexual desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concur",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to agree; be of the same mind; be in accord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concur",1,1,2 ], "to combine, act together, or cooperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concur",1,1,3 ], "to occur simultaneously; coincide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concur",1,1,4 ], "to converge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrence",1,1,1 ], "the act of concurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrence",1,1,2 ], "agreement in opinion; accord; assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrence",1,1,3 ], "cooperation or combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrence",1,1,4 ], "simultaneous occurrence; coincidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrence",1,1,5 ], "a point at which three or more lines intersect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrence",1,1,6 ], "rivalry or competition|Also (for senses 1-4): con#+cur#+ren#+cy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrent",1,1,1 ], "taking place at the same time or in the same location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrent",1,1,2 ], "cooperating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrent",1,1,3 ], "meeting at, approaching, or having a common point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrent",1,1,4 ], "having equal authority or jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrent",1,1,5 ], "in accordance or agreement; harmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrent",1,2,1 ], "something joint or contributory; a concurrent circumstance or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concurrent",1,2,2 ], "a competitor or rival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concuss",1,1,1 ], "to injure (the brain) by a violent blow, fall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concuss",1,1,2 ], "to shake violently; agitate; disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concussion",1,1,1 ], "a jarring of the brain, caused by a blow or a fall, usually resulting in loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "concussion",1,1,1 ], "of consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "concussion",1,1,2 ], "any violent shaking; jarring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conc|",1,1,1 ], "concentrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conc|",1,1,2 ], "concentrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conc|",1,1,3 ], "concentration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conc|",1,1,4 ], "concerning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conc|",1,1,5 ], "concerto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condemn",1,1,1 ], "to express strong disapproval of; censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condemn",1,1,2 ], "to pronounce judicial sentence on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condemn",1,1,3 ], "to demonstrate the guilt of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condemn",1,1,4 ], "to judge or pronounce unfit for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condemn",1,1,5 ], "to compel or force into a particular state or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condemned cell",1,1,1 ], "a prison cell in which a person condemned to death awaits execution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensate",1,1,1 ], "a substance formed by condensation, such as a liquid from a vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensation trail",1,1,1 ], "another name for vapour trail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of condensing, or the state of being condensed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,2 ], "anything that has condensed from a vapour on a window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,3 ], "a type of reaction in which two organic molecules combine to form a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,3 ], "molecule as well as a simple molecule such as water, methanol, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,4 ], "anything that has been shortened, esp| an abridged version of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,4,1 ], "dreams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,4,1 ], "the fusion of two or more ideas, etc|, into one symbol, occurring esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensation",1,1,4,2 ], "the reduction of many experiences into one word or action, as in a phobia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condense",1,1,1 ], "to increase the density of; compress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condense",1,1,2 ], "to reduce or be reduced in volume or size; make or become more compact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condense",1,1,3 ], "to change or cause to change from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condense",1,1,4 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo condensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensed milk",1,1,1 ], "milk reduced by evaporation to a thick concentration, with sugar added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensed",1,1,1 ], "(of printers'' type) narrower than usual for a particular height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condensed",1,1,2 ], "almost or completely sessile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condensed",1,1,2 ], "designating an inflorescence in which the flowers are crowded together and are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condenser",1,1,1,1 ], "abstraction of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condenser",1,1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for reducing gases to their liquid or solid form by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condenser",1,1,1,2 ], "a device for abstracting heat, as in a refrigeration unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condenser",1,1,2 ], "a lens that concentrates light into a small area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condenser",1,1,3 ], "another name for capacitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condenser",1,1,4 ], "a person or device that condenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condescend",1,1,1 ], "level; behave patronizingly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condescend",1,1,1 ], "to act graciously towards another or others regarded as being on a lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condescend",1,1,2 ], "to do something that one regards as below one's dignity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condescendence",1,1,1 ], "a statement of facts presented by the plaintiff in a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condescendence",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for condescension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condescending",1,1,1 ], "inferiors, esp| in a patronizing way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condescending",1,1,1 ], "showing or implying condescension by stooping to the level of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condescension",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of behaving in a patronizing way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condign",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a punishment) fitting deserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condiment",1,1,1 ], "any spice or sauce such as salt, pepper, mustard, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,1 ], "a particular state of being or existence; situation with respect to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,1 ], "circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,10 ], "on (or upon)condition that| provided that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,2 ], "something that limits or restricts something else; a qualification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,3 ], "external or existing circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,4 ], "an assumption in logical or inductive reasoning that should or must be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,4 ], "fulfilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,5 ], "something required as part of an agreement or pact; terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,5,1 ], "a declaration or provision in a will, contract, etc|, that makes some right or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,5,1 ], "liability contingent upon the happening of some event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,5,2 ], "the event itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,6 ], "something indispensable to the existence of something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,7 ], "condition, out of condition)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,7 ], "state of health or physical fitness, esp| good health (esp| in the phrases in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,8 ], "an ailment or physical disability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,1,9 ], "rank, status, or position in life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,2,1,1 ], "to alter the response of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,2,2 ], "(a person or animal) to a particular stimulus or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,2,2,2 ], "to establish a conditioned response in (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,2,3 ], "to put into a fit condition or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,2,4 ], "to accustom or inure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,2,5 ], "to subject to a condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condition",1,3,1 ], "to make conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 1],"depending on other factors; not certain",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 2],"(of a clause, conjunction, form of a verb, or whole sentence) expressing a",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 2],"condition on which something else is contingent:",2). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"(of an equation or inequality)",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 3],"If he comesis a conditional clause in the sentence If he comes I shall go",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"(of an infinite series) convergent, but becoming divergent when the absolute",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"values of the terms are considered",2). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 4],"true for only certain values of the variable",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 5],"Also: hypothetical| Logic",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"a conditional form of a verb",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"a conditional clause or sentence",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 6],"(of a proposition) consisting of two component propositions associated by the",1). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 6],"the consequent false|Usually written",3). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 6],"words if|||then so that the proposition is false only when the antecedent is true and",2). c_DEF([ "conditional" ,1, 1, 7],"a conditional proposition",1). c_DEF([ "conditioned response",1,1,1 ], "a response, elicited as an unconditioned response to one stimulus, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conditioned response",1,1,1 ], "becomes attached to a second stimulus through repeated association of the second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conditioned response",1,1,1 ], "ring, because food has always been presented when the bell has been rung previously|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "conditioned response",1,1,1 ], "stimulus with the first| A classic example is salivation by a dog when it hears a bell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conditioned",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting a response that has been learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conditioned",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) accustomed; inured; prepared by training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conditioner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conditioner",1,1,2 ], "a substance, esp| a cosmetic, applied to something to improve its condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conditioning",1,1,1 ], "event occurring in its environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conditioning",1,1,1 ], "the process by which the behaviour of an organism becomes dependent on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condole",1,1,1 ], "to express sympathy with someone in grief, pain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condolence",1,1,1 ], "an expression of sympathy with someone in grief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condom",1,1,1 ], "an elastic sheath worn on the penis during sexual intercourse to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condom",1,1,1 ], "conception or infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condominium",1,1,1 ], "joint rule or sovereignty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condominium",1,1,2 ], "a country ruled by two or more foreign powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condominium",1,1,2,1 ], "an apartment building in which each apartment is individually wholly owned and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condominium",1,1,2,1 ], "the common areas are jointly owned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condominium",1,1,2,2 ], "the title under which an apartment in such a building is owned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condone",1,1,1 ], "to overlook or forgive an offence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condone",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a spouse) to pardon or overlook (an offence, usually adultery)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condor",1,1,1 ], "black plumage with white around the neck, and Gymnogyps californianus , which is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condor",1,1,1 ], "either of two very large rare New World vultures, Vultur gryphus , which has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condor",1,1,1 ], "similar but nearly extinct" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "condottiere",1,1,1 ], "13th to the 16th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condottiere",1,1,1 ], "a commander or soldier in a professional mercenary company in Europe from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduce",1,1,1 ], "to lead or contribute (to a result)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conducive",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by to) contributing, leading, or tending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,1,1 ], "the manner in which a person behaves; behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,1,2 ], "the way of managing a business, affair, etc|; handling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,1,3 ], "the act of guiding or leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,1,4 ], "a guide or leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,2,1 ], "(k@!d'kt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,3,1 ], "to accompany and guide (people, a party, etc|)(esp| in the phrase conducted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,3,1 ], "tour)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,4,1 ], "to lead or direct (affairs, business, etc|); control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,5,1 ], "to behave or manage (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,5,2 ], "Also (esp| U|S|): direct| to control or guide (an orchestra, choir, etc|) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,5,2 ], "the movements of the hands or a baton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conduct",1,5,3 ], "to transmit (heat, electricity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductance",1,1,1 ], "current flowing through the system to the potential difference across it; the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conductance",1,1,1 ], "reciprocal of resistance| It is measured in reciprocal ohms, mhos, or siemens| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conductance",1,1,1 ], "the ability of a system to conduct electricity, measured by the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduction",1,1,1 ], "the transfer of heat or electricity through a medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduction",1,1,2 ], "the transmission of an electrical or chemical impulse along a nerve fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduction",1,1,3 ], "the act of conveying or conducting, as through a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduction",1,1,4 ], "another name for conductivity ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductive",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, or having the property of conduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductivity",1,1,1 ], "the property of transmitting heat, electricity, or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductivity",1,1,2 ], "Symbol: k|Formerly called: specific conductance" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "conductivity",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the ability of a substance to conduct electricity, as determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductivity",1,1,2 ], "by the current flowing between opposite faces of a unit cube of the substance when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conductivity",1,1,2 ], "there is unit potential difference between them; the reciprocal of resistivity|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conductor",1,1,1 ], "an official on a bus who collects fares, checks tickets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductor",1,1,2 ], "a person who conducts an orchestra, choir," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductor",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conductor",1,1,3 ], "a person who leads or guides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductor",1,1,4 ], "a railway official in charge of a train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conductor",1,1,5 ], "a substance, body, or system that conducts electricity, heat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduit",1,1,1 ], "a pipe or channel for carrying a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduit",1,1,2 ], "a rigid tube or duct for carrying and protecting electrical wires or cables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduit",1,1,3 ], "a rare word for fountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conduplicate",1,1,1 ], "folded lengthways on itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condyle",1,1,1 ], "portion of a ball-and-socket joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "condyle",1,1,1 ], "the rounded projection on the articulating end of a bone, such as the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condyloid",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a condyle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condyloma",1,1,1 ], "a wartlike tumour of the skin near the anus or genital organs, esp| as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "condyloma",1,1,1 ], "result of syphilis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cone off",1,1,1 ], "around (an area)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cone off",1,1,1 ], "to restrict or divert the movement of traffic by placing cone-shaped bollards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cone shell",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical marine gastropod molluscs of the genus Conus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cone shell",1,1,1 ], "related genera, having a smooth conical shell| Sometimes shortened to cone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a geometric solid consisting of a plane base bounded by a closed curve,",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"perpendicularly above or below the centre of a circular base| Volume of a cone|'",4). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"usually a circle or an ellipse, every point of which is joined to a fixed point, the",2). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"vertex, lying outside the plane of the base| A ,right circular cone has a vertex",3). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a geometric surface formed by a line rotating about the vertex and connecting",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"and below the vertex",3). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"the peripheries of two closed plane bases, usually circular or elliptical, above",2). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 2],"h, where r is the radius of the base and h is the height of the cone",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 3],"anything that tapers from a circular section to a point, such as a wafer shell",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 3],"used to contain ice cream",2). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 4],"a",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"a similar structure in horsetails, club mosses, etc|Technical name: strobilus",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 5],"scales, esp| the mature female cone, whose scales each bear a seed",2). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 5],"the reproductive body of conifers and related plants, made up of overlapping",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 6],"Also called: retinal cone",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 7],"and bright light",2). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 1, 7],"any one of the cone-shaped cells in the retina of the eye, sensitive to colour",1). c_DEF([ "cone" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to shape like a cone or part of a cone",1). c_DEF([ "coneflower",1,1,1 ], "any North American plant of the genera Rudbeckia, Ratibida, and Echinacea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coneflower",1,1,1 ], "which have rayed flowers with a conelike centre: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coney",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confab" ,1, 1, 1],"a conversation or chat",1). c_DEF([ "confab" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to converse",1). c_DEF([ "confabulate",1,1,1 ], "to talk together; converse; chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confabulate",1,1,2 ], "experiences consistently believed to be true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confabulate",1,1,2 ], "to replace the gaps left by a disorder of the memory with imaginary remembered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confect",1,1,1 ], "to prepare by combining ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confect",1,1,2 ], "to make; construct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confection",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of compounding or mixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confection",1,1,2 ], "any sweet preparation of fruit, nuts, etc|, such as a preserve or a sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confection",1,1,3 ], "an elaborate article of clothing, esp| for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confection",1,1,4 ], "anything regarded as overelaborate or frivolous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confection",1,1,5 ], "a medicinal drug sweetened with sugar, honey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confectionary",1,1,1 ], "a place where confections are kept or made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confectionary",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for confection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confectionary",1,2,1 ], "of or characteristic of confections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confectioner",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or sells sweets or confections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confectioners' sugar",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for icing sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confectionery",1,1,1 ], "sweets and other confections collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confectionery",1,1,2 ], "the art or business of a confectioner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederacy",1,1,1 ], "a union or combination of peoples, states, etc|; alliance; league" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederacy",1,1,2 ], "a combination of groups or individuals for unlawful purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederate",1,1,1 ], "(k@!f$ed@$It, -!f$edr$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederate",1,1,2 ], "a nation, state, or individual that is part of a confederacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederate",1,1,3 ], "someone who is part of a conspiracy; accomplice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederate",1,2,1 ], "(k@!f$ed@$It, -!f$edr$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederate",1,2,2 ], "united in a confederacy; allied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederate",1,3,1 ], "(k@!f$ed@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederate",1,3,2 ], "to form into or become part of a confederacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of confederating or the state of being confederated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederation",1,1,2 ], "a loose alliance of political units| The union of the Swiss cantons is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confederation",1,1,2 ], "oldest surviving confederation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confederation",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in Canada) another name for a federation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confer",1,1,1 ], "to grant or bestow (an honour, gift, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confer",1,2,1 ], "to hold or take part in a conference or consult together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confer",1,3,1 ], "an obsolete word for compare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conferee",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes part in a conference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conferee",1,1,2 ], "a person on whom an honour or gift is conferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,1 ], "a meeting for consultation, exchange of information, or discussion, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,1 ], "with a formal agenda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,2 ], "a formal meeting of two or more states, political groups, etc|, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,2 ], "discuss differences or formulate common policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,3 ], "Christian Churches acting as representatives of their denomination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,3 ], "an assembly of the clergy or of clergy and laity of any of certain Protestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,4 ], "a league of clubs or teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conference",1,1,5 ], "an act of bestowal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conferva",1,1,1 ], "any of various threadlike green algae, esp| any of the genus Tribonema," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conferva",1,1,1 ], "typically occurring in fresh water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confess",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object)(when intr|, often foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confess",1,1,2 ], "to make an acknowledgment or admission (of faults, misdeeds, crimes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confess",1,2,1 ], "to admit or grant to be true; concede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confess",1,2,2 ], "obtain pardon and absolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confess",1,2,2 ], "to declare (one's sins) to God or to a priest as his representative, so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confess",1,3,1 ], "to acknowledge one's belief or faith in; declare allegiance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessant",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a confession|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessedly",1,1,1 ], "as modifier by admission or confession avowedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confession",1,1,1 ], "the act of confessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confession",1,1,2 ], "something confessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confession",1,1,3 ], "an acknowledgment or declaration, esp| of one's faults, misdeeds, or crimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confession",1,1,4 ], "the act of a penitent accusing himself of his sins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confession",1,1,5 ], "confession of faith| a formal public avowal of religious beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confession",1,1,6 ], "a religious denomination or sect united by a common system of beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessional",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or suited to a confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessional",1,2,1 ], "a small stall, usually enclosed and divided by a screen or curtain, where a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessional",1,2,1 ], "priest hears confessions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confessional",1,2,2 ], "a book of penitential prayers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessor",1,1,1 ], "a priest who hears confessions and sometimes acts as a spiritual counsellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessor",1,1,2 ], "a person who bears witness to his Christian religious faith by the holiness of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confessor",1,1,2 ], "his life, esp| in resisting threats or danger, but does not suffer martyrdom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confessor",1,1,3 ], "a person who makes a confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confetti",1,1,1 ], "and groom at weddings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confetti",1,1,1 ], "small pieces of coloured paper thrown on festive occasions, esp| at the bride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidant" ,1, 1, 1],"a person to whom private matters are confided",1). c_DEF([ "confide",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confide",1,1,2 ], "matters) in confidence (to); reveal in private (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confide",1,1,2 ], "when tr|, may take a clause as object) to disclose (secret or personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confide",1,2,1 ], "to have complete trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confide",1,3,1 ], "to entrust into another's keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence interval",1,1,1 ], "an interval of values bounded by confidence limits within which the true value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence interval",1,1,1 ], "of a population parameter is stated to lie with a specified probability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confidence man",1,1,1 ], "another name for con man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence trick",1,1,1 ], "a swindle involving money, goods, etc|, in which the victim's trust is won by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence trick",1,1,1 ], "the swindler| Informal shortened form: con trick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confidence",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of trust in a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence",1,1,2 ], "belief in one's own abilities; self-assurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence",1,1,3 ], "trust or a trustful relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence",1,1,4 ], "something confided or entrusted; secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidence",1,1,5 ], "in confidence| as a secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confident",1,1,1 ], "having or showing confidence or certainty; sure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confident",1,1,2 ], "sure of oneself; bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confident",1,1,3 ], "presumptuous; excessively bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidential",1,1,1 ], "spoken, written, or given in confidence; secret; private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidential",1,1,2 ], "entrusted with another's confidence or secret affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confidential",1,1,3 ], "suggestive of or denoting intimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confiding",1,1,1 ], "unsuspicious; trustful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "configuration",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of the parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "configuration",1,1,2 ], "the external form or outline achieved by such an arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "configuration",1,1,2,1 ], "conformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "configuration",1,1,3 ], "the shape of a molecule as determined by the arrangement of its atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "configuration",1,1,3,2 ], "electrons and nucleons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "configuration",1,1,3,2 ], "the structure of an atom or molecule as determined by the arrangement of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "configuration",1,1,4 ], "the unit or pattern in perception studied by Gestalt psychologists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "configurationism",1,1,1 ], "another term for Gestalt psychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confine",1,1,1 ], "(k@!fa$In)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confine",1,2,1 ], "to keep or close within bounds; limit; restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confine",1,2,2 ], "to keep shut in; restrict the free movement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confine",1,3,1 ], "a limit; boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confined",1,1,1 ], "enclosed or restricted; limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confined",1,1,2 ], "in childbed; undergoing childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confinement",1,1,1 ], "the act of confining or the state of being confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confinement",1,1,2 ], "the period from the onset of labour to the birth of a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confinement",1,1,3 ], "another name for containment ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirm",1,1,1 ], "to prove to be true or valid; corroborate; verify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirm",1,1,2 ], "to assert for a second or further time, so as to make more definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirm",1,1,3 ], "to strengthen or make more firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirm",1,1,4 ], "to make valid by a formal act or agreement; ratify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirm",1,1,5 ], "to administer the rite of confirmation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirmand",1,1,1 ], "a candidate for confirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirmation",1,1,1 ], "the act of confirming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirmation",1,1,2 ], "something that confirms; verification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirmation",1,1,3 ], "a rite in several Christian churches that confirms a baptized person in his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirmation",1,1,3 ], "faith and admits him to full participation in the church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confirmed",1,1,1 ], "long-established in a habit, way of life, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirmed",1,1,2 ], "having received the rite of confirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confirmed",1,1,3 ], "(of a disease) another word for chronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confiscable",1,1,1 ], "subject or liable to confiscation or seizure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confiscate",1,1,1 ], "to seize (property), esp| for public use and esp| by way of a penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confiscate",1,2,1 ], "seized or confiscated; forfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confiscate",1,2,2 ], "having lost or been deprived of property through confiscation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confiture",1,1,1 ], "a confection, preserve of fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflagrant",1,1,1 ], "burning fiercely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflagration",1,1,1 ], "a large destructive fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflate",1,1,1 ], "to combine or blend (two things, esp| two versions of a text) so as to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflate",1,1,1 ], "whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,1,1 ], "a struggle or clash between opposing forces; battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,1,2 ], "a state of opposition between ideas, interests, etc|; disagreement or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,1,2 ], "controversy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,1,3 ], "a clash, as between two appointments made for the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,1,4 ], "neuroses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,1,4 ], "opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible wishes or impulses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,1,4 ], "sometimes leading to a state of emotional tension and thought to be responsible for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,2,1 ], "(k@!fl$Ikt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,3,1 ], "to come into opposition; clash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conflict",1,3,2 ], "to fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confluence",1,1,1 ], "a merging or flowing together, esp| of rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confluence",1,1,2 ], "a gathering together, esp| of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confluent",1,1,1 ], "flowing together or merging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confluent",1,2,1 ], "a stream that flows into another, usually of approximately equal size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confocal",1,1,1 ], "having a common focus or common foci" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conform",1,1,1 ], "to comply in actions, behaviour, etc|, with accepted standards or norms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conform",1,2,1 ], "to be in accordance; fit in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conform",1,2,2 ], "to make or become similar in character or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conform",1,3,1 ], "England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conform",1,3,1 ], "to comply with the practices of an established church, esp| the Church of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conform",1,4,1 ], "to bring (oneself, ideas, etc|) into harmony or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformable",1,1,1 ], "corresponding in character; similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformable",1,1,2 ], "obedient; submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformable",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) in agreement or harmony (with); consistent (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformable",1,1,4 ], "(of rock strata) lying in a parallel arrangement so that their original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformable",1,1,4 ], "relative positions have remained undisturbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conformable",1,1,5 ], "(of two matrices) related so that the number of columns in one is equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformable",1,1,5 ], "number of rows in the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conformal",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a transformation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformal",1,1,2 ], "preserving the angles of the depicted surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformal",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a parameter) relating to such a transformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformal",1,1,3 ], "maintaining true shape over a small area and scale in every direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformation",1,1,1 ], "the general shape or outline of an object; configuration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformation",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of the parts of an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformation",1,1,3 ], "the act or state of conforming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformation",1,1,3,1 ], "another name for configuration (sense 3a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformation",1,1,3,2 ], "can consequently exist in equilibrium with molecules of different configuration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conformation",1,1,3,2 ], "one of the configurations of a molecule that can easily change its shape and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformist",1,1,1 ], "a person who conforms to standards of behaviour, dress, etc|, esp| to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformist",1,1,1 ], "excessive degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conformist",1,1,2 ], "Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conformist",1,1,2 ], "a person who complies with the practices of an established church, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformist",1,2,1 ], "of a conforming nature or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformity",1,1,1 ], "compliance in actions, behaviour, etc|, with certain accepted standards or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformity",1,1,1 ], "norms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conformity",1,1,2 ], "correspondence or likeness in form or appearance; congruity; agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conformity",1,1,3 ], "compliance with the practices of an established church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,1 ], "to astound or perplex; bewilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,2 ], "to mix up; confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,3 ], "things)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,3 ], "to treat mistakenly as similar to or identical with (one or more other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,4 ], "(k$An!fa$und) to curse or damn (usually as an expletive in the phrase confound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,4 ], "it!)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,5 ], "to contradict or refute (an argument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,6 ], "to rout or defeat (an enemy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,7 ], "to put to shame; abash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confound",1,1,8 ], "to waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confounded",1,1,1 ], "bewildered; confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confounded",1,1,2 ], "execrable; damned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confr",1,1,1 ], "a fellow member of a profession, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confraternity",1,1,1 ], "a group of men united for some particular purpose, esp| Christian laymen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confraternity",1,1,1 ], "organized for religious or charitable service; brotherhood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confront",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by with) to present or face (with something), esp| in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confront",1,1,1 ], "accuse or criticize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "confront",1,1,2 ], "to face boldly; oppose in hostility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confront",1,1,3 ], "to be face to face with; be in front of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confront",1,1,4 ], "to bring together for comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confuse",1,1,1 ], "to bewilder; perplex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confuse",1,1,2 ], "to mix up (things, ideas, etc|); jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confuse",1,1,3 ], "to make unclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confuse",1,1,4 ], "to fail to recognize the difference between; mistake (one thing) for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confuse",1,1,5 ], "to disconcert; embarrass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confuse",1,1,6 ], "to cause to become disordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confusion",1,1,1 ], "the act of confusing or the state of being confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confusion",1,1,2 ], "disorder; jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confusion",1,1,3 ], "bewilderment; perplexity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confusion",1,1,4 ], "lack of clarity; indistinctness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confusion",1,1,5 ], "embarrassment; abashment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confute",1,1,1 ], "to prove (a person or thing) wrong, invalid, or mistaken; disprove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "confute",1,1,2 ], "to put an end to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conf|",1,1,1 ], "conference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cong",1,1,1 ], "permission to depart or dismissal, esp| when formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cong",1,1,2 ], "a farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cong",1,1,3 ], "a concave moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conga" ,1, 1, 1],"a Latin American dance of three steps and a kick to each bar, usually",1). c_DEF([ "conga" ,1, 1, 1],"performed by a number of people in single file",2). c_DEF([ "conga" ,1, 1, 2],"a large tubular bass drum, used chiefly in Afro-American jazz and usually",1). c_DEF([ "conga" ,1, 1, 2],"played with the hands",2). c_DEF([ "conga" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to perform this dance",1). c_DEF([ "congeal",1,1,1 ], "state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congeal",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change from a soft or fluid state to a firm or solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congeal",1,1,2 ], "to form or cause to form into a coagulated mass; curdle; jell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congeal",1,2,1 ], "(of ideas, etc|) to take shape or become fixed in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congelation",1,1,1 ], "the process of congealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congelation",1,1,2 ], "something formed by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congener",1,1,1 ], "a member of a class, group, or other category, esp| any animal of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congener",1,1,1 ], "genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congeneric",1,1,1 ], "belonging to the same group, esp| (of animals or plants) belonging to the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congeneric",1,1,1 ], "genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congenial",1,1,1 ], "friendly, pleasant, or agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congenial",1,1,2 ], "having a similar disposition, tastes, etc|; compatible; sympathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congenital",1,1,1 ], "condition, existing at birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congenital",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to any nonhereditary condition, esp| an abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congenital",1,1,2 ], "complete, as if from birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conger",1,1,1 ], "any large marine eel of the family Congridae, esp| Conger conger, occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conger",1,1,1 ], "temperate and tropical coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congeries",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congeries",1,1,2 ], "or pl|) a collection of objects or ideas mass heap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congest",1,1,1 ], "to crowd or become crowded to excess; overfill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congest",1,1,2 ], "become overloaded or clogged with blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congest",1,1,2 ], "to overload or clog (an organ or part) with blood or (of an organ or part) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congest",1,2,1 ], "to block (the nose) with mucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congius",1,1,1 ], "a unit of liquid measure equal to 1 Imperial gallon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congius",1,1,2 ], "0|84 U|S| gallon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congius",1,1,2 ], "an ancient Roman unit of liquid measure equal to about 0|7 Imperial gallon or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglobate",1,1,1 ], "to form into a globe or ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglobate",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for globular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,1,1 ], "(k@!gl$Am@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,1,2 ], "a thing composed of heterogeneous elements; mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,1,3 ], "any coarse-grained sedimentary rock consisting of rounded fragments of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,1,3 ], "embedded in a finer matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,1,4 ], "a large corporation consisting of a group of companies dealing in widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,1,4 ], "diversified goods, services, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,2,1 ], "(k@!gl$Am@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,2,2 ], "to form into a cluster or mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,3,1 ], "(k@!gl$Am@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,3,2 ], "made up of heterogeneous elements; massed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomerate",1,3,3 ], "(of sedimentary rocks) consisting of rounded fragments within a finer matrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomeration",1,1,1 ], "a conglomerate mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomeration",1,1,2 ], "a mass of miscellaneous things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglomeration",1,1,3 ], "the act of conglomerating or the state of being conglomerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglutinant",1,1,1 ], "(of the edges of a wound or fracture) promoting union adhesive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglutinate",1,1,1 ], "healing or (of the edges of a wound or fracture) to join during this process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conglutinate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (the edges of a wound or fracture) to join during the process of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conglutinate",1,1,2 ], "to stick or become stuck together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congo eel",1,1,1 ], "an aquatic salamander, Amphiuma means, having an eel-like body with gill slits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congo eel",1,1,1 ], "and rudimentary limbs and inhabiting still muddy waters in the southern U|S|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congo eel",1,1,1 ], "family Amphiumidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "congou",1,1,1 ], "a kind of black tea from China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congrats" ,1, 2, 1],"informal shortened forms of ,congratulations",1). c_DEF([ "congratulate",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by on) to communicate pleasure, approval, or praise to (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congratulate",1,1,1 ], "person or persons); compliment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congratulate",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by on) to consider (oneself) clever or fortunate (as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congratulate",1,1,2 ], "of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congratulate",1,1,3 ], "to greet; salute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congratulations",1,2,1 ], "expressions of pleasure or joy; felicitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregant",1,1,1 ], "a member of a congregation, esp| a Jewish congregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregate",1,1,1 ], "to collect together in a body or crowd; assemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregate",1,2,1 ], "collected together; assembled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregate",1,2,2 ], "relating to collecting; collective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,1 ], "a group of persons gathered for worship, prayer, etc|, esp| in a church or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,1 ], "chapel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,2 ], "the act of congregating or collecting together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,3 ], "a group of people, objects, etc|, collected together; assemblage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,4 ], "the group of persons habitually attending a given church, chapel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,4,1 ], "a society of persons who follow a common rule of life but who are bound only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,4,1 ], "by simple vows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,4,2 ], "an administrative subdivision of the papal curia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,4,3 ], "an administrative committee of bishops for arranging the business of a general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,4,3 ], "council" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congregation",1,1,5 ], "an assembly of senior members of a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregational",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a congregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congregational",1,1,2 ], "beliefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congregational",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting the Congregational Church, its members, or its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congress",1,1,1 ], "a meeting or conference, esp| of representatives of a number of sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congress",1,1,1 ], "states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congress",1,1,2 ], "a national legislative assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congress",1,1,3 ], "a society or association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congress",1,1,4 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congressional",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congruence",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of corresponding, agreeing, or being congruent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congruence",1,1,2 ], "Usually written xy (mod n), as in 2511" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "congruence",1,1,2 ], "the relationship between two integers, x and y, such that their difference," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congruence",1,1,2 ], "with respect to another integer called the modulus, n, is a multiple of the modulus|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "congruent",1,1,1 ], "agreeing; corresponding; congruous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congruent",1,1,2 ], "having identical shapes so that all parts correspond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congruent",1,1,3 ], "of or concerning two integers related by a congruence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congruous",1,1,1 ], "corresponding or agreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "congruous",1,1,2 ], "suitable; appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cong|",1,1,1 ], "congius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cong|",1,1,2 ], "congregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conic projection",1,1,1 ], "a map projection on which the earth is shown as projected onto a cone with its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conic projection",1,1,1 ], "apex over one of the poles and with parallels of latitude radiating from this apex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conic section",1,1,1 ], "circular cone| It is either a circle, ellipse, parabola, or hyperbola, depending on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conic section",1,1,1 ], "eccentricity, e, which is constant for a particular curve" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conic section",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of curves formed by the intersection of a plane and a right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conic",1,1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conic",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conic",1,2,1 ], "another name for conic section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geometry concerned with the parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conidiophore",1,1,1 ], "Penicillium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conidiophore",1,1,1 ], "a simple or branched hypha that bears spores (conidia) in such fungi as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conidium",1,1,1 ], "an asexual spore formed at the tip of a specialized hypha (conidiophore) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conidium",1,1,1 ], "fungi such as Penicillium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conifer",1,1,1 ], "and evergreen leaves| The group includes the pines, spruces, firs, larches, yews," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conifer",1,1,1 ], "any gymnosperm tree or shrub of the group Coniferae, typically bearing cones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conifer",1,1,1 ], "junipers, cedars, cypresses, and sequoias" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coniferous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the plant group Coniferae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coniine" ,1, 1, 1],"conin , or conine n",1). c_DEF([ "coniine" ,1, 1, 2],"2-propylpiperidine|Formula: C\5H\1\0NC\3H\7| Also called: cicutine, conicine",2). c_DEF([ "coniine" ,1, 1, 2],"a colourless poisonous soluble liquid alkaloid found in hemlock;",1). c_DEF([ "coniology",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of koniology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conium",1,1,1 ], "either of the two N temperate plants of the umbelliferous genus Conium, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conium",1,1,1 ], "hemlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conium",1,1,2 ], "an extract of either of these plants, used to treat spasmodic disorders| n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjectural",1,1,1 ], "involving or inclined to conjecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjecture",1,1,1 ], "the formation of conclusions from incomplete evidence; guess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjecture",1,1,2 ], "the inference or conclusion so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjecture",1,1,3 ], "interpretation of occult signs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjecture",1,2,1 ], "to infer or arrive at (an opinion, conclusion, etc|) from incomplete evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjoin",1,1,1 ], "to join or become joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjoint",1,1,1 ], "united, joint, or associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to marriage or the relationship between husband and wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugant",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of organisms or gametes undergoing conjugation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 2, 1],"to inflect (a verb) systematically; state or set out the conjugation of (a",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 2, 1],"verb)",2). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 3, 1],"(of a verb) to undergo inflection according to a specific set of rules",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 4, 1],"resulting substance may easily be turned back into its original components",2). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 4, 1],"to join (two or more substances) together, esp| in such a way that the",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 5, 1],"to undergo conjugation",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 6, 1],"to join together, esp| in marriage",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 7, 1],"to have sexual intercourse",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 1, 1],"(of two angles)",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 1],"joined together in pairs; coupled",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 2, 2],"(of two complex numbers) differing only in the sign of the imaginary part as 4",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 2, 2],"+ 3i and 4 - 3i",2). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 2, 3],"(of two algebraic numbers) being roots of the same irreducible algebraic",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 2, 3],"equation with rational coefficients",2). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 2, 4],"(of two elements of a determinant) interchanged when the rows and columns are",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 2, 4],"interchanged",2). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 2],"having a sum of 360 degrees ",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 3],"exist as two separate phases that are both solutions| The liquid that is the solute",2). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 3],"in one phase is the solvent in the other",3). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 3],"of, denoting, or concerning the state of equilibrium in which two liquids can",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 4],"another word for ,conjugated",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 5],"(of acids and bases) related by loss or gain of a proton",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 6],"(of points connected with a lens) having the property that an object placed at",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 6],"one point will produce an image at the other point",2). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 7],"(of a compound leaf) having one pair of leaflets",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 8, 8],"(of words) cognate; related in origin",1). c_DEF([ "conjugate" ,1, 9, 1],"one of a pair or set of conjugate substances, values, quantities, words, etc",1). c_DEF([ "conjugated protein",1,1,1 ], "a biochemical compound consisting of a sequence of amino acids making up a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugated protein",1,1,1 ], "carbohydrate or lipid group, is attached" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conjugated protein",1,1,1 ], "simple protein to which another nonprotein group (a prosthetic group), such as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjugated",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a molecule, compound, or substance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugated",1,1,2 ], "containing two or more double bonds alternating with single bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugated",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a double bond) separated from another double bond by one single bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugated",1,1,3 ], "formed by the union of two compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,1,1 ], "inflection of a verb for person, number, tense, voice, mood, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,1,2 ], "the complete set of the inflections of a given verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,2 ], "a joining, union, or conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,3 ], "a type of sexual reproduction in ciliate protozoans involving the temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,3 ], "nuclei" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,3 ], "union of two individuals and the subsequent migration and fusion of the gametic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,4 ], "the union of gametes, esp| isogametes, as in some algae and fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjugation",1,1,5 ], "the pairing of chromosomes in the early phase of a meiotic division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunct",1,1,1 ], "(k@!d#f'&nkt, !k$And#f'&nkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunct",1,1,2 ], "joined; united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunct",1,1,3 ], "relating to or denoting two adjacent degrees of a scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunct",1,2,1 ], "one of the propositions or formulas in a conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,1 ], "the act of joining together; combination; union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,2 ], "simultaneous occurrence of events; coincidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3 ], "any word or group of words, other than a relative pronoun, that connects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3 ], "words, phrases, or clauses; for example and and while" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3,1 ], "between the earth and the sun and in superior conjunction when the sun lies between the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3,1 ], "earth and the planet" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3,1 ], "from the earth| The inner planets are in inferior conjunction when the planet is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3,1 ], "the position of a planet or the moon when it is in line with the sun as seen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3,2 ], "sphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,3,2 ], "the apparent proximity or coincidence of two celestial bodies on the celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,4 ], "an exact aspect of 0 degrees between two planets, etc|, an orb of 8 degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,4 ], "being allowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,4,1 ], "a compound proposition in which the component propositions are joined by and," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,4,1 ], "pq, where p and q are component propositions and ,, symbolize and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,4,1 ], "which is true only if the component propositions are true| Usually written: pq, pq," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction",1,1,4,2 ], "the relation between the terms of such a proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction-reduction",1,1,1 ], "Ireland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction-reduction",1,1,1 ], "John lives in Ireland and Brian lives in Ireland into John and Brian live in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjunction-reduction",1,1,1 ], "a rule that reduces coordinate sentences, applied, for example, to convert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctiva",1,1,1 ], "the delicate mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctiva",1,1,1 ], "the eyelid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctive",1,1,1 ], "joining; connective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctive",1,1,2 ], "joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctive",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to conjunctions or their use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctive",1,1,4 ], "characterizing, containing, or included in a conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctive",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for conjunction ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjunctivitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the conjunctiva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjuncture",1,1,1 ], "a combination of events, esp| a critical one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjuncture",1,1,2 ], "a union; conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjuration",1,1,1 ], "a magic spell; incantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjuration",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for conjuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjuration",1,1,3 ], "supplication; entreaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure up",1,1,1 ], "to present to the mind; evoke or imagine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure up",1,1,2 ], "to call up or command (a spirit or devil) by an incantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure",1,1,1 ], "to practise conjuring or be a conjurer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure",1,2,1 ], "to call upon supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure",1,3,1 ], "(k@!d#f$u@@) | to appeal earnestly or strongly to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure",1,3,2 ], "a name to conjure with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure",1,3,2,1 ], "a person thought to have great power or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjure",1,3,2,2 ], "any name that excites the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjurer",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises conjuring, esp| for people's entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjurer",1,1,2 ], "a person who practises magic; sorcerer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjuring",1,1,1 ], "the performance of tricks that appear to defy natural laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conjuring",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to such tricks or entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conj|" ,1, 1, 1],"conjugation, conjunction, or",1). c_DEF([ "conj|" ,1, 1, 2],"onjunctive",1). c_DEF([ "conj|" ,1, 1, 3],"conjunctio",1). c_DEF([ "conk out",1,1,1 ], "(of machines, cars, etc|) to fail suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conk out",1,1,2 ], "to tire suddenly or collapse, as from exhaustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conk",1,1,1 ], "to strike (someone) a blow, esp| on the head or nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conk",1,2,1 ], "a punch or blow, esp| on the head or nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conk",1,2,2 ], "the head or (esp| Brit|) the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conker",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the horse chestnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conkers",1,1,1 ], "a game in which a player swings a horse chestnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conkers",1,1,2 ], "(conker), threaded onto a string, against that of another player to try to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conkers",1,1,2 ], "break it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conn",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of con ,4 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connate",1,1,1 ], "existing in a person or thing from birth; congenital or innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connate",1,1,2 ], "allied or associated in nature or origin; cognate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connate",1,1,3 ], "closely joined or united together by growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connate",1,1,4 ], "(of fluids) produced or originating at the same time as the rocks surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connate",1,1,4 ], "them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connatural",1,1,1 ], "having a similar nature or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connatural",1,1,2 ], "congenital or innate; connate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,1,1 ], "to link or be linked together; join; fasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,2,1 ], "to relate or associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,3,1 ], "to establish telephone communications with or between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,4,1 ], "(of two public vehicles, such as trains or buses) to have the arrival of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,4,1 ], "passengers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,4,1 ], "timed to occur just before the departure of the other, for the convenient transfer of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,5,1 ], "to hit, punch, kick, etc|, solidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,6,1 ], "to be successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connect",1,7,1 ], "to find a source of drugs, esp| illegal drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connected",1,1,1 ], "joined or linked together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connected",1,1,2 ], "(of speech) coherent and intelligible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connecting rod",1,1,1 ], "a rod or bar for transmitting motion, esp| one that connects a rotating part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connecting rod",1,1,1 ], "to a reciprocating part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connecting rod",1,1,2 ], "internal-combustion engine or reciprocating pump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connecting rod",1,1,2 ], "such a rod that connects the piston to the crankshaft in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connecting rod",1,1,3 ], "a similar rod that connects the crosshead of a steam engine to the crank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of connecting; union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,10 ], "a supplier of illegal drugs, such as heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,11 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,12 ], "a small sect or religious group united by a body of distinct beliefs or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,12 ], "practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,2 ], "something that connects, joins, or relates; link or bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,3 ], "a relationship or association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,4 ], "logical sequence in thought or expression; coherence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,5 ], "the relation of a word or phrase to its context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,6 ], "an acquaintance, esp| one who is influential or has prestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,7 ], "a relative, esp| if distant and related by marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,7,1 ], "an opportunity to transfer from one train, bus, aircraft, ship, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,7,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,7,2 ], "the vehicle, aircraft, etc|, scheduled to provide such an opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,8 ], "a link, usually a wire or metallic strip, between two components in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,8 ], "electric circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connection",1,1,9 ], "a communications link between two points, esp| by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective tissue",1,1,1 ], "It supports organs, fills the spaces between them, and forms tendons and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "connective tissue",1,1,1 ], "an animal tissue developed from the embryonic mesoderm that consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective tissue",1,1,1 ], "collagen or elastic fibres, fibroblasts, fatty cells, etc|, within a jelly-like matrix|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connective tissue",1,1,1 ], "ligaments" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,1,1 ], "serving to connect or capable of connecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,2,1 ], "a thing that connects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,2,1,1 ], "a less common word for conjunction ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,2,1,2 ], "any word that connects phrases, clauses, or individual words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,2,2 ], "the tissue of a stamen that connects the two lobes of the anther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,2,3 ], "a symbol used in a formal language in the construction of compound sentences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,2,3 ], "from simpler sentences, corresponding to terms such as or, and, not, etc|, in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connective",1,2,3 ], "ordinary speech" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conning tower",1,1,1 ], "a superstructure of a submarine, used as the bridge when the vessel is on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conning tower",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conning tower",1,1,2 ], "the armoured pilot house of a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conniption",1,1,1 ], "(often pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conniption",1,1,2 ], "a fit of rage or tantrums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connivance",1,1,1 ], "the act or fact of conniving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connivance",1,1,2 ], "of the petitioner in a divorce suit to the respondent's adultery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connivance",1,1,2 ], "the tacit encouragement of or assent to another's wrongdoing, esp| (formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connive",1,1,1 ], "to plot together, esp| secretly; conspire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connive",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by at) to give assent or encouragement (to the commission of a wrong)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connivent",1,1,1 ], "(of parts of plants and animals) touching without being fused, as some petals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connivent",1,1,1 ], "insect wings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connoisseur",1,1,1 ], "a person with special knowledge or appreciation of a field, esp| in the arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connotation",1,1,1 ], "an association or idea suggested by a word or phrase; implication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connotation",1,1,2 ], "the act or fact of connoting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connotation",1,1,3 ], "another name for intension ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connote",1,1,1 ], "(of a word, phrase, etc|) to imply or suggest (associations or ideas) other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connote",1,1,1 ], "than the literal meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "connote",1,1,2 ], "to involve as a consequence or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "connubial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to marriage; conjugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conodont",1,1,1 ], "any of various small Palaeozoic toothlike fossils derived from an extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conodont",1,1,1 ], "unknown animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conoid" ,1, 1, 1],"a geometric surface formed by rotating a parabola, ellipse, or hyperbola about",1). c_DEF([ "conoid" ,1, 1, 1],"one axis",2). c_DEF([ "conoid" ,1, 2, 1],"conical: cone-shaped",1). c_DEF([ "conoscenti",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cognoscenti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquer",1,1,1 ], "to overcome (an enemy, army, etc|); defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquer",1,1,2 ], "to overcome (an obstacle, feeling, desire, etc|); surmount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquer",1,2,1 ], "to gain possession or control of by or as if by force or war; win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquer",1,3,1 ], "personality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conquer",1,3,1 ], "to gain the love, sympathy, etc|, of (someone) by seduction or force of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquest",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of conquering or the state of having been conquered;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquest",1,1,1 ], "victory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conquest",1,1,2 ], "a person, thing, etc|, that has been conquered or won" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquest",1,1,3 ], "force of personality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conquest",1,1,3 ], "the act or art of gaining a person's compliance, love, etc|, by seduction or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquest",1,1,4 ], "a person, whose compliance, love, etc|, has been won over by seduction or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquest",1,1,4 ], "force of personality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conquian",1,1,1 ], "another word for cooncan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conquistador",1,1,1 ], "World in the 16th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conquistador",1,1,1 ], "an adventurer or conqueror, esp| one of the Spanish conquerors of the New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons" ,1, 1, 1],"to direct the steering of (a vessel)",1). c_DEF([ "cons" ,1, 2, 1],"the place where a person who cons a vessel is stationed",1). c_DEF([ "consanguinity",1,1,1 ], "relationship by blood; kinship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consanguinity",1,1,2 ], "close affinity or connection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience clause",1,1,1 ], "a clause in a law or contract exempting persons with moral scruples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience money",1,1,1 ], "money paid voluntarily to compensate for dishonesty, esp| money paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience money",1,1,1 ], "voluntarily for taxes formerly evaded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,1,1 ], "the sense of right and wrong that governs a person's thoughts and actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,1,2 ], "conformity to this sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,2 ], "conscientiousness; diligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,3 ], "a feeling of guilt or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,4 ], "consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,5 ], "in conscience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,5,1 ], "with regard to truth and justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,5,2 ], "certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience",1,1,6 ], "on one's conscience| causing feelings of guilt or remorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscience-stricken",1,1,1 ], "feeling anxious or guilty| Also: conscience-smitten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscientious objector",1,1,1 ], "a person who refuses to serve in the armed forces on the grounds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscientious objector",1,1,1 ], "conscience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conscientious",1,1,1 ], "involving or taking great care; painstaking; diligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscientious",1,1,2 ], "governed by or done according to conscience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscionable",1,1,1 ], "acceptable to one's conscience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscious",1,1,1,1 ], "choices of action" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conscious",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a part of the human mind that is aware of a person's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscious",1,1,1,1 ], "self, environment, and mental activity and that to a certain extent determines his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conscious",1,1,1,2 ], "the conscious is only a small part of the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscious",1,1,2 ], "alert and awake; not sleeping or comatose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscious",1,1,2,1 ], "aware of a particular fact or phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscious",1,1,2,2 ], "clothes-conscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscript fathers",1,1,1 ], "august legislators, esp| Roman senators" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscript",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who is enrolled for compulsory military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscript",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscript",1,2,1 ], "(k@!skr$Ipt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscript",1,3,1 ], "to enrol (youths, civilians, etc|) for compulsory military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conscription",1,1,1 ], "compulsory military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecrate",1,1,1 ], "to make or declare sacred or holy; sanctify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecrate",1,1,2 ], "to dedicate (one's life, time, etc|) to a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecrate",1,1,3 ], "to ordain (a bishop)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecrate",1,1,4 ], "to cause to be respected or revered; venerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecrate",1,2,1 ], "consecrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecution",1,1,1 ], "a sequence or succession of events or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecution",1,1,2 ], "a logical sequence of deductions; inference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecutive",1,1,1 ], "(of a narrative, account, etc|) following chronological sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecutive",1,1,2 ], "following one another without interruption; successive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecutive",1,1,3 ], "characterized by logical sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consecutive",1,1,4 ], "another word for parallel ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consensual",1,1,1 ], "(of a contract, agreement, etc|) existing by consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consensual",1,1,2 ], "(of certain reflex actions of a part of the body) responding to stimulation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consensual",1,1,2 ], "another part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consensus",1,1,1 ], "general or widespread agreement (esp| in the phrase consensus of opinion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,1,1 ], "to give assent or permission (to do something); agree; accede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,2,1 ], "to be in accord; agree in opinion, feelings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,3,1 ], "acquiescence to or acceptance of something done or planned by another;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,3,1 ], "permission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,3,2 ], "accordance or harmony in opinion; agreement (esp| in the phrase with one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,3,2 ], "consent)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,3,3 ], "age of consent| the lowest age at which the law recognizes the right of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consent",1,3,3 ], "person, esp| a girl, to consent to sexual intercourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consentaneous",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by to) accordant or consistent (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consentaneous",1,1,2 ], "done by general consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consentient",1,1,1 ], "being in agreement; united in opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consenting adult",1,1,1 ], "a male person over the age of twenty-one, who may legally engage in homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consenting adult",1,1,1 ], "behaviour in private" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consequence",1,1,1 ], "a result or effect of some previous occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequence",1,1,2 ], "an unpleasant result (esp| in the phrase take the consequences)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequence",1,1,3 ], "an inference reached by reasoning; logical conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequence",1,1,4 ], "the relationship between an effect and its cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequence",1,1,5 ], "significance or importance (esp| in the phrase man of consequence)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequence",1,1,6 ], "in consequence| as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequences",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequences",1,1,2 ], "a game in which each player writes down a part of a story, folds over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequences",1,1,2 ], "paper, and passes it on to another player who continues the story| After several" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consequences",1,1,2 ], "stages, the resulting (nonsensical) stories are read out" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,1,1 ], "following as an effect or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,1,2 ], "following as a logical conclusion or by rational argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,1,3 ], "(of a river) flowing in the direction of the original slope of the land or dip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,1,3 ], "of the strata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,2,1 ], "something that follows something else, esp| as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,2,2 ], "if Ian was born in Scotland then he is British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,2,2 ], "the second or resultant proposition in a conditional, such as he is British in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequent",1,2,3 ], "an obsolete term for denominator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consequential" ,1, 1, 1],"important or significant",1). c_DEF([ "consequential" ,1, 1, 2],"self-important; conceited",1). c_DEF([ "consequential" ,1, 1, 3],"following as a consequence; resultant, esp| indirectly",1). c_DEF([ "consequently",1,2,1 ], "as a result or effect; therefore; hence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservancy",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a court or commission with jurisdiction over a river, port, area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservancy",1,1,1 ], "of countryside, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservancy",1,1,2 ], "another word for conservation ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of charge",1,1,1 ], "independent of changes that take place within the system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of charge",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the total charge of any isolated system is constant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of energy",1,1,1 ], "independent of any changes occurring within the system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of energy",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the total energy of any isolated system is constant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of mass and energy",1,1,1 ], "constant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of mass and energy",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the sum of the mass and energy in an isolated system is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of mass",1,1,1 ], "independent of any chemical and physical changes taking place within the system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of mass",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the total mass of any isolated system is constant and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of momentum",1,1,1 ], "is constant, provided that no external force is applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of momentum",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the total linear or angular momentum in any isolated system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of parity",1,1,1 ], "interactions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of parity",1,1,1 ], "of elementary particles is conserved| In fact it is not conserved in weak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation of parity",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the parity of the total wave function describing a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of conserving or keeping from change, loss, injury," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation",1,1,1,1 ], "protection, preservation, and careful management of natural resources and of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservation",1,1,1,1 ], "the environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservation",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservationist",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates or strongly promotes preservation and careful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservationist",1,1,1 ], "management of natural resources and of the environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservatism",1,1,1 ], "opposition to change and innovation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservatism",1,1,2 ], "a political philosophy advocating the preservation of the best of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservatism",1,1,2 ], "established order in society and opposing radical change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,1,1 ], "favouring the preservation of established customs, values, etc|, and opposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,1,1 ], "innovation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,1,2 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to conservatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,1,3 ], "tending to be moderate or cautious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,1,4 ], "conventional in style or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,1,5 ], "(of a field of force, system, etc|) doing work by moving an object or particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,1,5 ], "but being independent of the path along which the object or particle is displaced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,2,1 ], "a person who is reluctant to change or consider new ideas; conformist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,2,2 ], "a supporter or advocate of conservatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservative",1,4,1 ], "a less common word for preservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservatoire",1,1,1 ], "an institution or school for instruction in music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservator",1,1,1 ], "a person who conserves or keeps safe; custodian, guardian, or protector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservatorium",1,1,1 ], "the usual term for conservatoire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservatory",1,1,1 ], "a greenhouse, esp| one attached to a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservatory",1,1,2 ], "another word for conservatoire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conservatory",1,2,1 ], "preservative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conserve",1,1,1 ], "(k@!s$z$:v)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conserve",1,2,1 ], "to keep or protect from harm, decay, loss, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conserve",1,2,2 ], "to preserve (a foodstuff, esp| fruit) with sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conserve",1,3,1 ], "a preparation of fruit in sugar, similar to jam but containing whole pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conserve",1,3,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,1 ], "contemplate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,1 ], "to think carefully about or ponder on (a problem, decision, etc|);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,2 ], "to judge, deem, or have as an opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,3 ], "to have regard for; respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,4 ], "to look at; regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,5 ], "to bear in mind as possible or acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,6 ], "to describe or discuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consider",1,1,7 ], "to keep in mind and make allowances (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considerable",1,1,1 ], "large enough to reckon with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considerable",1,1,2 ], "a lot of; much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considerable",1,1,3 ], "worthy of respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considerate",1,1,1 ], "thoughtful towards other people; kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considerate",1,1,2 ], "carefully thought out; considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of considering; deliberation; contemplation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,10 ], "estimation; esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,11 ], "in consideration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,11,1 ], "because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,11,2 ], "in return for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,2 ], "take into consideration| to bear in mind; consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,3 ], "under consideration| being currently discussed or deliberated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,4 ], "a fact or circumstance to be taken into account when making a judgment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,4 ], "decision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,5 ], "on no consideration| for no reason whatsoever; never" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,6 ], "thoughtfulness for other people; kindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,7 ], "payment for a service; recompense; fee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,8 ], "thought resulting from deliberation; opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,9 ], "into a contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consideration",1,1,9 ], "the promise, object, etc|, given by one party to persuade another to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considered",1,1,1 ], "presented or thought out with care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considered",1,1,2 ], "esteemed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considering",1,1,1 ], "in view of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considering",1,2,1 ], "all in all; taking into account the circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "considering",1,3,1 ], "in view of the fact that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consign",1,1,1 ], "to hand over or give into the care or charge of another; entrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consign",1,1,2 ], "to commit irrevocably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consign",1,1,3 ], "to commit for admittance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consign",1,1,4 ], "to address or deliver (goods) for sale, disposal, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consign",1,2,1 ], "to assent; agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consignee",1,1,1 ], "a person, agent, organization, etc|, to which merchandise is consigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consignment",1,1,1 ], "the act of consigning; commitment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consignment",1,1,2 ], "a shipment of goods consigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consignment",1,1,3 ], "on consignment| for payment by the consignee after sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consignor",1,1,1 ], "a person, enterprise, etc|, that consigns goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consist",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by of or in) to be composed (of); be formed (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consist",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by in or of) to have its existence (in); lie (in); be expressed (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consist",1,1,3 ], "to be compatible or consistent; accord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistency",1,1,1 ], "agreement or accordance with facts, form, or characteristics previously shown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistency",1,1,1 ], "or stated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consistency",1,1,2 ], "agreement or harmony between parts of something complex; compatibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistency",1,1,3 ], "degree of viscosity or firmness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistency",1,1,4 ], "the state or quality of holding or sticking together and retaining shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistent",1,1,1 ], "showing consistency; not self-contradictory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistent",1,1,2 ], "in agreement or harmony; accordant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistent",1,1,3 ], "(of two or more equations) satisfied by at least one common set of values of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistent",1,1,3 ], "the variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consistent",1,1,4 ], "(of a logical system) constituted so that the propositions deduced from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistent",1,1,4 ], "different axioms of the system do not contradict each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consistent",1,1,5 ], "stuck together; cohering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistory",1,1,1,1 ], "law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consistory",1,1,1,1 ], "the court of a diocese (other than Canterbury) administering ecclesiastical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistory",1,1,1,2 ], "the area in a church where the consistory meets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistory",1,1,2 ], "an assembly of the cardinals and the pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistory",1,1,3 ], "(in certain Reformed Churches) the governing body of a local congregation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consistory",1,1,3 ], "church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consistory",1,1,4 ], "a council or assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consociate",1,1,1 ], "(k@!s@@$u#s$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consociate",1,1,2 ], "to enter into or bring into friendly association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consociate",1,2,1 ], "(k@!s@@$u#s$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consociate",1,2,2 ], "associated or united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consociate",1,3,1 ], "(k@!s@@$u#s$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consociate",1,3,2 ], "an associate or partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consocies",1,1,1 ], "a natural community with a single dominant species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolation prize",1,1,1 ], "a prize given to console a loser of a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolation",1,1,1 ], "the act of consoling or state of being consoled; solace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolation",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is a source of comfort in a time of suffering, grief," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolation",1,1,2 ], "disappointment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "console table",1,1,1 ], "a table with one or more curved legs of bracket-like construction, designed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "console table",1,1,1 ], "stand against a wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "console",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "console",1,1,1 ], "to serve as a source of comfort to (someone) in disappointment, loss, sadness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "console",2,1,1 ], "an ornamental bracket, esp| one used to support a wall fixture, bust, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "console",2,1,2 ], "the part of an organ comprising the manuals, pedals, stops, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "console",2,1,3 ], "a desk or table on which the controls of an electronic system are mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "console",2,1,4 ], "a cabinet for a television, gramophone, etc|, designed to stand on the floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidate",1,1,1 ], "to form or cause to form into a solid mass or whole; unite or be united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become stronger or more stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidate",1,1,3 ], "captured area, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consolidate",1,1,3 ], "to strengthen or improve one's control over (a situation, force, newly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidated fund",1,1,1 ], "a fund into which tax revenue is paid in order to meet standing charges, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidated fund",1,1,1 ], "interest payments on the national debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consolidation",1,1,1 ], "the act of consolidating or state of being consolidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidation",1,1,2 ], "something that is consolidated or integrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidation",1,1,2,1 ], "the combining of two or more actions at law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidation",1,1,2,2 ], "the combination of a number of Acts of Parliament into one codifying statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolidation",1,1,3 ], "is transformed into a hard rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consolidation",1,1,3 ], "the process, including compression and cementation, by which a loose deposit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consols",1,1,1 ], "a half per cent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consols",1,1,1 ], "irredeemable British government securities carrying annual interest of two and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolute",1,1,1 ], "(of two or more liquids) mutually soluble in all proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolute",1,1,2 ], "(of a substance) soluble in each of two conjugate liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consolute",1,1,3 ], "liquids become totally miscible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consolute",1,1,3 ], "of or concerned with the particular state in which two partially miscible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consomm",1,1,1 ], "a clear soup made from meat or chicken stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consonance" ,1, 1, 1],"agreement, harmony, or accord",1). c_DEF([ "consonance" ,1, 1, 2],"similarity between consonants, but not between vowels, as between the s and t",1). c_DEF([ "consonance" ,1, 1, 2],"sounds in sweet silent thought",2). c_DEF([ "consonance" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"an aesthetically pleasing sensation or perception associated with the interval",1). c_DEF([ "consonance" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"and chords based on these intervals",3). c_DEF([ "consonance" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"of the octave, the perfect fourth and fifth, the major and minor third and sixth,",2). c_DEF([ "consonance" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"an interval or chord producing this sensation",1). c_DEF([ "consonant",1,1,1 ], "a speech sound or letter of the alphabet other than a vowel; a stop," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consonant",1,1,1 ], "fricative, or continuant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consonant",1,2,1 ], "consistent; in agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consonant",1,2,2 ], "harmonious in tone or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consonant",1,2,3 ], "characterized by the presence of a consonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consonant",1,2,4 ], "being or relating to a consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consonantal",1,1,1 ], "relating to, functioning as, or constituting a consonant, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consonantal",1,1,1 ], "semivowel w in English work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consonantal",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or characterized by consonants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,1,1 ], "(k@!s@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,2,1 ], "to keep company (with undesirable people); associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,3,1 ], "to agree or harmonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,4,1 ], "to combine or unite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,1 ], "(esp| formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,1,1 ], "a small group of instruments, either of the same type, such as viols, (a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,1,1 ], "consort) or of different types (a broken consort)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,2 ], "the husband or wife of a reigning monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,3 ], "a partner or companion, esp| a husband or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,4 ], "a ship that escorts another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,4,1 ], "companionship or association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consort",1,5,4,2 ], "agreement or accord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consortium",1,1,1 ], "an association of financiers, companies, etc|, esp| one formed for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consortium",1,1,1 ], "particular purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consortium",1,1,2 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consortium",1,1,2 ], "the right of husband or wife to the company, assistance, and affection of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspecific",1,1,1 ], "(of animals or plants) belonging to the same species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspectus",1,1,1 ], "an overall view; survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspectus",1,1,2 ], "a summary; resume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspicuous",1,1,1 ], "clearly visible; obvious or showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspicuous",1,1,2 ], "attracting attention because of a striking quality or feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspiracy",1,1,1 ], "a secret plan or agreement to carry out an illegal or harmful act, esp| with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspiracy",1,1,1 ], "political motivation; plot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conspiracy",1,1,2 ], "the act of making such plans in secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conspire" ,1, 1, 1],"(when intr|, sometimes foll| by against) to plan or agree on (a crime or",1). c_DEF([ "conspire" ,1, 1, 1],"harmful act) together in secret",2). c_DEF([ "conspire" ,1, 2, 1],"to act together towards some end as if by design",1). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain, Australia, Canada, etc|) a police officer of the lowest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,2 ], "any of various officers of the peace, esp| one who arrests offenders, serves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,2 ], "writs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,3 ], "the keeper or governor of a royal castle or fortress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,4 ], "(in medieval Europe) the chief military officer and functionary of a royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,4 ], "household, esp| in France and England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,5 ], "an officer of a hundred in medieval England, originally responsible for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constable",1,1,5 ], "raising the military levy but later assigned other administrative duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constabulary",1,1,1 ], "the police force of a town or district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constabulary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to constables, constabularies, or their duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constancy",1,1,1 ], "the quality of having a resolute mind, purpose, or affection; steadfastness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constancy",1,1,2 ], "freedom from change or variation; stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constancy",1,1,3 ], "the perceptual phenomenon in which attributes of an object appear to remain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constancy",1,1,3 ], "the same in a variety of different presentations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,1,1 ], "fixed and invariable; unchanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,1,2 ], "continual or continuous; incessant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,1,3 ], "resolute in mind, purpose, or affection; loyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,2,1 ], "something that is permanent or unchanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,2,2 ], "a specific quantity that is always invariable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,2,3 ], "a particular series of operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,2,3 ], "a symbol representing an unspecified number that remains invariable throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,2,3,2 ], "Physics| a theoretical or experimental quantity or property that is considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constant",1,2,3,2 ], "invariable throughout a particular series of calculations or experiments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constantan",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of copper (60 per cent) and nickel (40 per cent) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constantan",1,1,1 ], "electrical resistance since it has a high volume resistivity and a low coefficient of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constantan",1,1,1 ], "expansion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "constatation",1,1,1 ], "the process of verification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constatation",1,1,2 ], "a statement or assertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constellate",1,1,1 ], "to form into clusters in or as if in constellations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constellation",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the 88 groups of stars as seen from the earth and the solar system," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constellation",1,1,1,1 ], "many of which were named by the ancient Greeks after animals, objects, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constellation",1,1,1,1 ], "mythological persons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "constellation",1,1,1,2 ], "an area on the celestial sphere containing such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constellation",1,1,2 ], "a gathering of brilliant or famous people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constellation",1,1,3 ], "a group of ideas felt to be related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consternate",1,1,1 ], "to fill with anxiety, dismay, dread, or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consternation",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of anxiety, dismay, dread, or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constipate",1,1,1 ], "to cause constipation in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constipation",1,1,1 ], "functional or organic disorders or improper diet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constipation",1,1,1 ], "infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels, with hard faeces, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituency",1,1,1 ], "the residents represented by one deputy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constituency",1,1,1 ], "the whole body of voters who elect one representative to a legislature or all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituency",1,1,1,1 ], "a district that sends one representative to a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituency",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,1,1 ], "forming part of a whole; component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,1,2 ], "having the power to frame a constitution or to constitute a government (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,1,2 ], "in the phrases constituent assembly, constituent power)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,1,3 ], "electing or having the power to elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,2,1 ], "a component part; ingredient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,2,2 ], "a resident of a constituency, esp| one entitled to vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,2,3 ], "a person who appoints another to act for him, as by power of attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constituent",1,2,4 ], "a word, phrase, or clause forming a part of a larger construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitute",1,1,1 ], "to make up; form; compose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitute",1,1,2 ], "to appoint to an office or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitute",1,1,3 ], "to set up (a school or other institution) formally; found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitute",1,1,4 ], "to give legal form to (a court, assembly, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitute",1,1,5 ], "to set up or enact (a law, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitution",1,1,1 ], "the act of constituting or state of being constituted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitution",1,1,2 ], "the way in which a thing is composed; physical make-up; structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitution",1,1,3 ], "considered as embodying the rights of the subjects of that state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constitution",1,1,3 ], "the fundamental political principles on which a state is governed, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitution",1,1,4 ], "(in certain countries, esp| the U|S|) a statute embodying such principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitution",1,1,5 ], "a person's state of health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitution",1,1,6 ], "a person's disposition of mind; temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional monarchy",1,1,1 ], "a monarchy governed according to a constitution that limits and defines the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional monarchy",1,1,1 ], "powers of the sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional psychology",1,1,1 ], "a school of thought postulating that the personality of an individual is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional psychology",1,1,1 ], "dependent on the type of his physique (somatotype)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional",1,1,1 ], "denoting, characteristic of, or relating to a constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional",1,1,2 ], "authorized by or subject to a constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional",1,1,3 ], "of or inherent in the physical make-up or basic nature of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional",1,1,4 ], "beneficial to one's general physical well-being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutional",1,2,1 ], "a regular walk taken for the benefit of one's health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutionalism",1,1,1 ], "esp| a written constitution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constitutionalism",1,1,1 ], "the principles, spirit, or system of government in accord with a constitution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutionalism",1,1,2 ], "adherence to or advocacy of such a system or such principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutionality",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being in accord with a constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutive",1,1,1 ], "having power to enact, appoint, or establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutive",1,1,2 ], "(of a physical property) determined by the arrangement of atoms in a molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constitutive",1,1,2 ], "rather than by their nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constitutive",1,1,3 ], "another word for constituent ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrain",1,1,1 ], "to compel or force, esp| by persuasion, circumstances, etc|; oblige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrain",1,1,2 ], "to restrain by or as if by force; confine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrained",1,1,1 ], "embarrassed, unnatural, or forced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constraint",1,1,1 ], "compulsion, force, or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constraint",1,1,2 ], "repression or control of natural feelings or impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constraint",1,1,3 ], "a forced unnatural manner; inhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constraint",1,1,4 ], "something that serves to constrain; restrictive condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrict",1,1,1 ], "to make smaller or narrower, esp| by contracting at one place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrict",1,1,2 ], "to hold in or inhibit; limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constriction",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of tightness in some part of the body, such as the chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constriction",1,1,2 ], "the act of constricting or condition of being constricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constriction",1,1,3 ], "something that is constricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrictor",1,1,1 ], "anaconda, that coil around and squeeze their prey to kill it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constrictor",1,1,1 ], "any of various very large nonvenomous snakes, such as the pythons, boas, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrictor",1,1,2 ], "any muscle that constricts or narrows a canal or passage; sphincter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constrictor",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that constricts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constringe",1,1,1 ], "to shrink or contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,1,1 ], "(k@!str'kt)(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,1,2 ], "build (a building, bridge, etc|); assemble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,1,2 ], "to put together substances or parts, esp| systematically, in order to make or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,1,3 ], "to compose or frame mentally (an argument, sentence, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,1,4 ], "to draw (a line, angle, or figure) so that certain requirements are satisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,2,1 ], "something formulated or built systematically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,2,2 ], "a complex idea resulting from a synthesis of simpler ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,2,3 ], "a model devised on the basis of observation, designed to relate what is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construct",1,2,3 ], "observed to some theoretical framework" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,1 ], "the process or act of constructing or manner in which a thing is constructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,2 ], "the thing constructed; a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,2,1 ], "the business or work of building dwellings, offices, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,3 ], "an interpretation or explanation of a law, text, action, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,4 ], "a group of words that together make up one of the constituents into which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,4 ], "sentence may be analysed; a phrase or clause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,5 ], "a drawing of a line, angle, or figure satisfying certain conditions, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,5 ], "solving a problem or proving a theorem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "construction",1,1,6 ], "an abstract work of art in three dimensions or relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constructionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who interprets constitutional law in a certain way, esp| strictly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constructive",1,1,1 ], "serving to build or improve; positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constructive",1,1,2 ], "deduced by inference or construction; not expressed but inferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constructive",1,1,3 ], "having an implied legal effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constructive",1,1,4 ], "another word for structural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constructivism",1,1,1 ], "Naum Gabo, which explored the use of movement and machine-age materials in sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "constructivism",1,1,1 ], "a movement in abstract art evolved in Russia after World War I, primarily by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constructivism",1,1,1 ], "and had considerable influence on modern art and architecture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "construe",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to interpret the meaning of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construe",1,1,2 ], "to discover by inference; deduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construe",1,1,3 ], "a preliminary to translation)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "construe",1,1,3 ], "to analyse the grammatical structure of; parse (esp| a Latin or Greek text as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construe",1,1,4 ], "to combine words syntactically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construe",1,1,5 ], "to translate literally, esp| aloud as an academic excercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "construe",1,2,1 ], "something that is construed, such as a piece of translation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "constr|",1,1,1 ], "construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "const|",1,1,1 ], "constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantial",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the three persons of the Trinity) regarded as identical in substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantial",1,1,1 ], "or essence though different in aspect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantiate",1,1,1 ], "(of the Eucharistic bread and wine and Christ''s body and blood) to undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantiate",1,1,1 ], "consubstantiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantiation",1,1,1 ], "(in the belief of High-Church Anglicans) the doctrine that after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantiation",1,1,1 ], "consecration of the Eucharist the substance of the body and blood of Christ coexists within" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantiation",1,1,1 ], "the substance of the consecrated bread and wine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantiation",1,1,2 ], "consecration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consubstantiation",1,1,2 ], "the mystical process by which this is believed to take place during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consuetude",1,1,1 ], "an established custom or usage, esp| one having legal force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consul general",1,1,1 ], "a consul of the highest grade, usually stationed in a city of considerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consul general",1,1,1 ], "commercial importance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consul",1,1,1 ], "an official appointed by a sovereign state to protect its commercial interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consul",1,1,1 ], "and aid its citizens in a foreign city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consul",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Rome) either of two annually elected magistrates who jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consul",1,1,2 ], "exercised the highest authority in the republic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consul",1,1,3 ], "(in France from 1799 to 1804) any of the three chief magistrates of the First" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consul",1,1,3 ], "Republic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consular agent",1,1,1 ], "a consul of one of the lower grades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consulate",1,1,1 ], "the business premises or residence of a consul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consulate",1,1,2 ], "government by consuls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consulate",1,1,3 ], "the office or period of office of a consul or consuls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consulate",1,1,3,1 ], "the consular government of the Roman republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consulate",1,1,3,1 ], "the government of France by the three consuls from 1799 to 1804" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consulate",1,1,3,2 ], "the office or rank of a Roman consul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consulate",1,1,3,2 ], "this period of French history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consult",1,1,1 ], "(someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consult",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by with) to ask advice from (someone); confer with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consult",1,2,1 ], "to refer to for information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consult",1,3,1 ], "or plans; consider" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consult",1,3,1 ], "to have regard for (a person's feelings, interests, etc|) in making decisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consult",1,4,1 ], "and for a fee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consult",1,4,1 ], "to make oneself available to give professional advice, esp| at scheduled times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consultant",1,1,1,1 ], "a physician, esp| a specialist, who is asked to confirm a diagnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consultant",1,1,1,2 ], "a physician or surgeon holding the highest appointment in a particular branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consultant",1,1,1,2 ], "of medicine or surgery in a hospital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consultant",1,1,2 ], "a specialist who gives expert advice or information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consultant",1,1,3 ], "a person who asks advice in a consultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consultation",1,1,1 ], "the act or procedure of consulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consultation",1,1,2 ], "a conference for discussion or the seeking of advice, esp| from doctors or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consultation",1,1,2 ], "lawyers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consultative" ,1, 1, 1],"Hconsulting (k@!s'lt$I&n) adj| acting in an advisory capacity on professional",1). c_DEF([ "consultative" ,1, 1, 1],"consultatory (k@!s'lt@,@$I, -tr$I), or consultiveadj",1). c_DEF([ "consultative" ,1, 1, 1],"matters",2). c_DEF([ "consultative" ,1, 1, 2],"available for, relating to, or involving consultation; advisory",1). c_DEF([ "consulting room" ,1, 1, 1],"a room in which a doctor, esp| a general practitioner, sees his patients",1). c_DEF([ "consumable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being consumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumable",1,2,1 ], "goods intended to be bought and used; consumer goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consume",1,1,1 ], "to eat or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consume",1,2,1 ], "to engross or obsess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consume",1,3,1 ], "to use up; expend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consume",1,3,2 ], "to destroy or be destroyed by burning, decomposition, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consume",1,4,1 ], "to waste or squander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consume",1,5,1 ], "to waste away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumedly" ,1, 1, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "consumedly" ,1, 1, 2],"hconsumer (k@!sju$:m@@) n",1). c_DEF([ "consumedly" ,1, 1, 3],"a person who purchases goods and services for his own personal needs",1). c_DEF([ "consumedly" ,1, 1, 4],"a person or thing that consumes",1). c_DEF([ "consumedly" ,1, 1, 5],"(usually pl|) Ecology",1). c_DEF([ "consumedly" ,1, 1, 6],"an organism, esp| an animal, within a community that feeds upon plants or",1). c_DEF([ "consumedly" ,1, 1, 6],"other animals",2). c_DEF([ "consumer goods",1,1,1 ], "goods that satisfy personal needs rather than those required for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumer goods",1,1,1 ], "production of other goods or services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consumerism",1,1,1 ], "protection of the interests of consumers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumerism",1,1,2 ], "advocacy of a high rate of consumption and spending as a basis for a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumerism",1,1,2 ], "economy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consummate",1,2,1 ], "to bring to completion or perfection; fulfil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consummate",1,3,1 ], "to complete (a marriage) legally by sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consummate",1,4,1 ], "(k@!s'm$It, !k$Ans@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consummate",1,4,2 ], "accomplished or supremely skilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consummate",1,4,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumption",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consumption",1,1,1 ], "the act of consuming or the state of being consumed, esp| by eating, burning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumption",1,1,2 ], "expenditure on goods and services for final personal use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumption",1,1,3 ], "the quantity consumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumption",1,1,4 ], "a condition characterized by a wasting away of the tissues of the body, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumption",1,1,4 ], "as seen in tuberculosis of the lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "consumptive",1,1,1 ], "causing consumption; wasteful; destructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumptive",1,1,2 ], "relating to or affected with consumption, esp| tuberculosis of the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "consumptive",1,2,1 ], "a person who suffers from consumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,1 ], "consecrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,2 ], "consigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,3 ], "consignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,4 ], "consolidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,5 ], "consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,6 ], "constitutional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,7 ], "construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cons|",1,1,8 ], "consulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cont",1,1,1 ], "a hard crayon used by artists, etc|, made of clay and graphite and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cont",1,1,1 ], "coloured a reddish-brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact flight",1,1,1 ], "a flight in which the pilot remains in sight of land or water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact flight",1,1,2 ], "air navigation by observation of prominent landmarks, beacons, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact lens",1,1,1 ], "a thin convex lens, usually of plastic, placed directly on the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact lens",1,1,1 ], "eye to correct defects of vision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact man",1,1,1 ], "an intermediary or go-between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact print",1,1,1 ], "a photographic print made by placing a negative directly onto the printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact print",1,1,1 ], "paper and exposing it to light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of touching physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,2 ], "in contact, make contact)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,2 ], "the state or fact of close association or communication (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,2,1 ], "a junction of two or more electrical conductors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,2,2 ], "the part of the conductors that make the junction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,2,3 ], "the part of an electrical device to which such connections are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,3 ], "an acquaintance, esp| one who might be useful in business, as a means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,3 ], "introduction, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,4 ], "any person who has been exposed to a contagious disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,5 ], "an informal name for contact lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to irritation or inflammation of the skin caused by touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,6 ], "the causative agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,1,7 ], "of or maintaining contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by with) to put, come, or be in association, touch," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,2,1 ], "or communication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,3,1 ], "(formerly) a call made by the pilot to indicate that an aircraft's ignition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,3,1 ], "is switched on and that the engine is ready for starting by swinging the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contact",1,3,1 ], "propeller" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "contactor",1,1,1 ], "a type of switch for repeatedly opening and closing an electric circuit| Its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contactor",1,1,1 ], "operation can be mechanical, electromagnetic, or pneumatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contagion",1,1,1 ], "contact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contagion",1,1,1 ], "the transmission of disease from one person to another by direct or indirect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagion",1,1,2 ], "a contagious disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagion",1,1,3 ], "another name for contagium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagion",1,1,4 ], "a corrupting or harmful influence that tends to spread; pollutant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagion",1,1,5 ], "the spreading of an emotional or mental state among a number of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagious abortion",1,1,1 ], "another name for brucellosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagious",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease) capable of being passed on by direct contact with a diseased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagious",1,1,1 ], "individual or by handling clothing, etc|, contaminated with the causative agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contagious",1,1,2 ], "(of an organism) harbouring or spreading the causative agent of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagious",1,1,2 ], "transmissible disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contagious",1,1,3 ], "catching; infectious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contagious",1,1,3 ], "causing or likely to cause the same reaction or emotion in several people;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contagium",1,1,1 ], "the specific virus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contain",1,1,1 ], "to hold or be capable of holding or including within a fixed limit or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contain",1,1,2 ], "to keep (one's feelings, behaviour, etc|) within bounds; restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contain",1,1,3 ], "to consist of; comprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contain",1,1,4 ], "to prevent (enemy forces) from operating beyond a certain level or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contain",1,1,5 ], "to be a multiple of, leaving no remainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "container",1,1,1 ], "an object used for or capable of holding, esp| for transport or storage, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "container",1,1,1 ], "as a carton, box, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "container",1,1,1,1 ], "a large cargo-carrying standard-sized container that can be loaded from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "container",1,1,1,1 ], "mode of transport to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "container",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "containerize",1,1,1 ], "to convey (cargo) in standard-sized containers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "containerize",1,1,2 ], "containers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "containerize",1,1,2 ], "to adapt (a port or transportation system) to the use of standard-sized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "containment",1,1,1 ], "political power of a hostile country or the operations of a hostile military force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "containment",1,1,1 ], "the act or condition of containing, esp| of restraining the ideological or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "containment",1,1,2 ], "(from 1947 to the mid-1970s) a principle of U|S| foreign policy that seeks to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "containment",1,1,2 ], "prevent the expansion of Communist power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "containment",1,1,3 ], "configuration of magnetic fields" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "containment",1,1,3 ], "from reaching the walls of the reaction vessel, usually by confining it within a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "containment",1,1,3 ], "the process of preventing the plasma in a controlled thermonuclear reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contaminate",1,1,1 ], "(k@!tm$I~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contaminate",1,2,1 ], "to make impure, esp| by touching or mixing; pollute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contaminate",1,2,2 ], "to make radioactive by the addition of radioactive material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contaminate",1,3,1 ], "(k@!tm$In$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contaminate",1,3,2 ], "contaminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contamination",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of contaminating or the state of being contaminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contamination",1,1,2 ], "something that contaminates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contamination",1,1,3 ], "associations with another word or phrase; for example, the substitution of irregardless for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contamination",1,1,3 ], "regardless by association with such words as irrespective" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "contamination",1,1,3 ], "the process by which one word or phrase is altered because of mistaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contango" ,1, 1, 1],"(on the London Stock Exchange) postponement of payment for and delivery of",1). c_DEF([ "contango" ,1, 1, 1],"stock from one account day to the next",2). c_DEF([ "contango" ,1, 1, 2],"the fee paid for such a postponement",1). c_DEF([ "contango" ,1, 2, 1],"to arrange such a postponement",1). c_DEF([ "contd|",1,1,1 ], "continued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conte",1,1,1 ], "a tale or short story, esp| of adventure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemn",1,1,1 ], "to treat or regard with contempt scorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplate",1,1,1 ], "to think about intently and at length; consider calmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplate",1,2,1 ], "to think intently and at length, esp| for spiritual reasons; meditate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplate",1,2,2 ], "to look at thoughtfully; observe pensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplate",1,2,3 ], "to have in mind as a possibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplation",1,1,1 ], "thoughtful or long consideration or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplation",1,1,2 ], "spiritual meditation esp| (in Christian religious practice) concentration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplation",1,1,2 ], "the mind and soul upon God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contemplation",1,1,3 ], "purpose or intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplative",1,1,1 ], "denoting, concerned with, or inclined to contemplation; meditative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplative",1,2,1 ], "a person dedicated to religious contemplation or to a way of life conducive to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemplative",1,2,1 ], "this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contemporaneous",1,1,1 ], "existing, beginning, or occurring in the same period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemporary" ,1, 1, 1],"existing or occurring at the present time",1). c_DEF([ "contemporary" ,1, 1, 2],"conforming to modern or current ideas in style, fashion, design, etc",1). c_DEF([ "contemporary" ,1, 1, 3],"having approximately the same age as one another",1). c_DEF([ "contemporary" ,1, 2, 1],"raries",1). c_DEF([ "contemporary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person living at the same time or of approximately the same age as another",1). c_DEF([ "contemporary" ,1, 2, 3],"something that is contemporary",1). c_DEF([ "contemporary" ,1, 2, 4],"a rival newspaper",1). c_DEF([ "contemporize",1,1,1 ], "to be or make contemporary; synchronize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contempt",1,1,1 ], "considers worthless or despicable; scorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contempt",1,1,1 ], "the attitude or feeling of a person towards a person or thing that he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contempt",1,1,2 ], "the state of being scorned; disgrace (esp| in the phrase hold in contempt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contempt",1,1,3 ], "legislative body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contempt",1,1,3 ], "wilful disregard of or disrespect for the authority of a court of law or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemptible",1,1,1 ], "deserving or worthy of contempt; despicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemptuous",1,1,1 ], "(when predicative, often foll| by of) showing or feeling contempt disdainful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contemp|",1,1,1 ], "contemporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contend",1,1,1 ], "to struggle in rivalry, battle, etc|; vie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contend",1,1,2 ], "to argue earnestly; debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contend",1,2,1 ], "to assert or maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content word",1,1,1 ], "a word to which an independent meaning can be given by reference to a world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content word",1,1,1 ], "outside any sentence in which the word may occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,1 ], "everything that is inside a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,1,1 ], "the chapters or divisions of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,1,2 ], "a list, printed at the front of a book, of chapters or divisions together with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,1,2 ], "the number of the first page of each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,2 ], "distinguished from its style or form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,2 ], "the meaning or significance of a poem, painting, or other work of art, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,3 ], "all that is contained or dealt with in a discussion, piece of writing, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,3 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,4 ], "the capacity or size of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",1,1,5 ], "the proportion of a substance contained in an alloy, mixture, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",2,1,1 ], "mentally or emotionally satisfied with things as they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",2,1,2 ], "assenting to or willing to accept circumstances, a proposed course of action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",2,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "content",2,2,1 ], "to make (oneself or another person) content or satisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",2,3,1 ], "peace of mind; mental or emotional satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",2,4,1 ], "(in the House of Lords) a formal expression of assent, as opposed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "content",2,4,1 ], "expression not content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contented",1,1,1 ], "accepting one's situation or life with equanimity and satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contention",1,1,1 ], "a struggling between opponents; competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contention",1,1,2 ], "dispute in an argument (esp| in the phrase bone of contention)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contention",1,1,3 ], "a point asserted in argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contentious",1,1,1 ], "tending to argue or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contentious",1,1,2 ], "causing or characterized by dispute; controversial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contentious",1,1,3 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contentious",1,1,3 ], "relating to a cause or legal business that is contested, esp| a probate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conterminous" ,1, 1, 0],"OWORD",1). c_DEF([ "conterminous" ,1, 1, 1],"conterminal, or coterminous (k@@$ut$z$:m$In@) adj",1). c_DEF([ "conterminous" ,1, 1, 2],"enclosed within a common boundary",1). c_DEF([ "conterminous" ,1, 1, 3],"meeting at the ends; without a break or interruption",1). c_DEF([ "contest",1,1,1 ], "a formal game or match in which two or more people, teams, etc|, compete and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contest",1,1,1 ], "attempt to win" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contest",1,1,2 ], "a struggle for victory between opposing forces or interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contest",1,2,1 ], "(k@!t$est)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contest",1,3,1 ], "to try to disprove; call in question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contest",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by with or against) to fight, dispute, or contend (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contestant",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes part in a contest; competitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "context",1,1,1 ], "or passage and contribute to its full meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "context",1,1,1 ], "the parts of a piece of writing, speech, etc|, that precede and follow a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "context",1,1,2 ], "the conditions and circumstances that are relevant to an event, fact, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contextual",1,1,1 ], "relating to, dependent on, or using context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contextualize",1,1,1 ], "to state the social, grammatical, or other context of put into context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contexture",1,1,1 ], "the fact, process, or manner of weaving or of being woven together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contexture",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of assembled parts; structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contexture",1,1,3 ], "an interwoven structure; fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contiguous",1,1,1 ], "touching along the side or boundary; in contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contiguous",1,1,2 ], "physically adjacent; neighbouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contiguous",1,1,3 ], "preceding or following in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continent",1,1,1 ], "and South America, and Antarctica)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continent",1,1,1 ], "one of the earth's large land masses (Asia, Australia, Africa, Europe, North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continent",1,1,2 ], "sialic rocks| Including the continental shelves, the continents occupy 30 per cent of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continent",1,1,2 ], "that part of the earth's crust that rises above the oceans and is composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continent",1,1,2 ], "the earth's surface" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "continent",1,1,2,1 ], "mainland as opposed to islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continent",1,1,2,2 ], "a continuous extent of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continent",2,1,1 ], "able to control urination and defecation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continent",2,1,2 ], "exercising self-restraint, esp| from sexual activity; chaste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continental breakfast",1,1,1 ], "a light breakfast of coffee and rolls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continental climate",1,1,1 ], "a climate characterized by hot summers, cold winters, and little rainfall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continental climate",1,1,1 ], "typical of the interior of a continent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continental divide",1,1,1 ], "North America, formed by the Rocky Mountains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continental divide",1,1,1 ], "the watershed of a continent, esp| (often caps|)the principal watershed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continental drift",1,1,1 ], "existed 200 million years ago" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "continental drift",1,1,1 ], "planet on a substratum of magma| The present-day configuration of the continents is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continental drift",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the earth's continents move gradually over the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continental drift",1,1,1 ], "thought to be the result of the fragmentation of a single landmass, Pangaea, that" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "continental quilt",1,1,1 ], "a quilt, stuffed with down and containing pockets of air, used as a bed cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continental quilt",1,1,1 ], "in place of the top sheet and blankets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continental shelf",1,1,1 ], "fathoms), at the edge of which the continental slope drops steeply to the ocean floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continental shelf",1,1,1 ], "the sea bed surrounding a continent at depths of up to about 200 metres (100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingence",1,1,1 ], "the state of touching or being in contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingence",1,1,2 ], "another word for contingency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,1,1 ], "a possible but not very likely future event or condition; eventuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,2 ], "something dependent on a possible future event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,3 ], "a fact, event, etc|, incidental to or dependent on something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,4 ], "the state of being contingent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,5 ], "dependence on chance; uncertainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,5,1 ], "of two graded or classified variables| It is measured by the chi-square test" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,5,1 ], "the degree of association between theoretical and observed common frequencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingency",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, often foll| by on or upon) dependent on events," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,1,1 ], "conditions, etc|, not yet known; conditional" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,1,2 ], "(of a proposition) true under certain conditions, false under others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,1,3 ], "happening by chance or without known cause; accidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,1,4 ], "that may or may not happen; uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,2,1 ], "a part of a military force, parade, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,2,2 ], "a representative group distinguished by common origin, interests, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,2,2 ], "is part of a larger group or gathering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contingent",1,2,3 ], "a possible or chance occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continual",1,1,1 ], "recurring frequently, esp| at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continual",1,1,2 ], "occurring without interruption; continuous in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuance",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of continuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuance",1,1,2 ], "the duration of an action, condition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuance",1,1,3 ], "the postponement or adjournment of a legal proceeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuant",1,1,1 ], "a speech sound, such as (l), (r), (f), or (s), in which the closure of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuant",1,1,1 ], "vocal tract is incomplete, allowing the continuous passage of the breath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuant",1,2,1 ], "relating to or denoting a continuant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuation",1,1,1 ], "a part or thing added, esp| to a book or play, that serves to continue or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuation",1,1,1 ], "extend; sequel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuation",1,1,2 ], "a renewal of an interrupted action, process, etc|; resumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuation",1,1,3 ], "the act or fact of continuing without interruption; prolongation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuation",1,1,4 ], "another word for contango 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuative",1,1,1 ], "serving or tending to continue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuative",1,1,1,1 ], "(of any word, phrase, or clause)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuative",1,1,2 ], "expressing continuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuative",1,1,2,2 ], "(of verbs) another word for progressive ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuative",1,2,1 ], "a continuative word, phrase, or clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuator",1,1,1 ], "a person who continues something, esp| the work of someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continue",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take an infinitive) to remain or cause to remain in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continue",1,1,1 ], "particular condition, capacity, or place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continue",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, may take an infinitive) to carry on uninterruptedly (a course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continue",1,1,2 ], "action); persist in (something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continue",1,1,3 ], "(when tr|, may take an infinitive) to resume after an interruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continue",1,1,4 ], "to draw out or be drawn out; prolong or be prolonged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continue",1,2,1 ], "to postpone or adjourn (legal proceedings)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continued fraction",1,1,1 ], "a number plus a fraction whose denominator contains a number and a fraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continued fraction",1,1,1 ], "whose denominator contains a number and a fraction, and so on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuity girl",1,1,1 ], "a girl or man whose job is to ensure continuity and consistency, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuity girl",1,1,1 ], "are filmed on different days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "continuity girl",1,1,1 ], "matters of dress, make-up, etc|, in successive shots of a film, esp| when these shots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuity",1,1,1 ], "logical sequence, cohesion, or connection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuity",1,1,2 ], "a continuous or connected whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuity",1,1,3 ], "broadcast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuity",1,1,3 ], "the comprehensive script or scenario of detail and movement in a film or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuity",1,1,4 ], "the continuous projection of a film, using automatic rewind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuo",1,1,0,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuo",1,1,1 ], "a cello, bassoon, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuo",1,1,1 ], "the thorough-bass part as played on a keyboard instrument, often supported by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous creation",1,1,1 ], "the theory that matter is being created continuously in the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous creation",1,1,2 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuous creation",1,1,2 ], "the theory that animate matter is being continuously created from inanimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous spectrum",1,1,1 ], "a spectrum that contains or appears to contain all wavelengths over a wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous spectrum",1,1,1 ], "portion of its range| The emission spectrum of incandescent solids is continuous;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuous spectrum",1,1,1 ], "spectra consisting of a large number of lines may appear continuous" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "continuous stationery",1,1,1 ], "stationery in which the sheets are joined together and folded alternately," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous stationery",1,1,1 ], "used esp| for computer printouts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuous waves",1,1,1 ], "frequency and amplitude| Abbrev: CW" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuous waves",1,1,1 ], "radio waves generated as a continuous train of oscillations having a constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,1 ], "prolonged without interruption; unceasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,2 ], "in an unbroken series or pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,3 ], "(of a function or curve) changing gradually in value as the variable changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,3 ], "in value|At any value x = a of the continuous function f(x), limxa f(x) = f(a)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a variable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,4 ], "having consecutive values that are infinitesimally close, so that its analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,4 ], "requires integration rather than summation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a distribution) relating to a continuous variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuous",1,1,5 ], "another word for progressive ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuum",1,1,1 ], "a continuous series or whole, no part of which is perceptibly different from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuum",1,1,1 ], "the adjacent parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "continuum",1,1,2 ], "a set of elements between any two of which a third element can always be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "continuum",1,1,2 ], "inserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conto",1,1,1 ], "a Portuguese monetary unit worth 1000 escudos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conto",1,1,2 ], "an unofficial Brazilian monetary unit worth 1000 cruzeiros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contort",1,1,1 ], "to twist or bend severely out of place or shape, esp| in a strained manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contorted",1,1,1 ], "twisted out of shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contorted",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of petals and sepals in a bud) twisted so that they overlap on one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contortion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of contorting or the state of being contorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contortion",1,1,2 ], "a twisted shape or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contortion",1,1,3 ], "something twisted or out of the ordinary in character, meaning, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contortionist",1,1,1 ], "a performer who contorts his body for the entertainment of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contortionist",1,1,2 ], "a person who twists or warps meaning or thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour feather",1,1,1 ], "and tail, and determine its shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contour feather",1,1,1 ], "any of the feathers that cover the body of an adult bird, apart from the wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour interval",1,1,1 ], "on a map" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contour interval",1,1,1 ], "the difference in altitude represented by the space between two contour lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour line",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map or chart joining points of equal height or depth| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour line",1,1,1 ], "shortened to contour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contour ploughing",1,1,1 ], "erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contour ploughing",1,1,1 ], "ploughing following the contours of the land, to minimize the effects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,1,1 ], "contour line",1 ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,1,1 ], "the outline of a mass of land, figure, or body; a defining line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,1,2 ], "the shape or surface, esp| of a curving form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,1,3 ], "shaped to fit the form of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,2,1 ], "to shape so as to form the contour of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,2,2 ], "to mark contour lines on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contour",1,2,3 ], "to construct (a road, railway, etc|) to follow the outline of the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contra-",1,1,1 ], "against; contrary; opposing; contrasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contra-",1,1,2 ], "(in music) pitched below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,1,1,1 ], "goods that are prohibited by law from being exported or imported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,1,1,2 ], "illegally imported or exported goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,1,2 ], "illegal traffic in such goods; smuggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,1,3 ], "goods that a neutral country may not supply to a belligerent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,1,4 ], "(during the American Civil War) a Black slave captured by the Union forces or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,1,4 ], "escaped to the Union lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,2,1 ], "(of goods)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,2,1,1 ], "forbidden by law from being imported or exported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraband",1,2,1,2 ], "illegally imported or exported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrabass",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various families of musical instruments that is lower in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrabass",1,1,1,1 ], "pitch than the bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrabass",1,1,2 ], "another name for double bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrabass",1,2,1 ], "of or denoting the instrument of a family that is lower than the bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrabassoon",1,1,1 ], "bassoon; double bassoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrabassoon",1,1,1 ], "the largest instrument in the oboe family, pitched an octave below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraception",1,1,1 ], "entering the seminal fluid (by vasectomy)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "contraception",1,1,1 ], "include preventing the sperm from reaching the ovum (using condoms, diaphragms, etc|)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contraception",1,1,1 ], "inhibiting ovulation (using oral contraceptive pills), preventing implantation (using" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "contraception",1,1,1 ], "intrauterine devices), killing the sperm (using spermicides), and preventing the sperm from" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "contraception",1,1,1 ], "the prevention by artificial means of conception| Methods in common use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraceptive",1,1,1 ], "impregnation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contraceptive",1,1,1 ], "relating to or used for contraception; able or tending to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraceptive",1,2,1 ], "any device that prevents or tends to prevent conception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract bridge",1,1,1 ], "counting towards game and rubber only for tricks he bids as well as makes, any" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contract bridge",1,1,1 ], "overtricks receiving bonus points" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "contract bridge",1,1,1 ], "the most common variety of bridge, in which the declarer receives points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract out",1,1,1 ], "to agree not to participate in something, esp| the state pension scheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,1,1 ], "(k@!trkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,1,2 ], "to make or become smaller, narrower, shorter, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,1,4 ], "and binding terms, often in writing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,1,4 ], "company, etc|) to deliver (goods or services) or to do (something) on mutually agreed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,1,4 ], "when tr|, may take an infinitive) to enter into an agreement with (a person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,1,5 ], "to draw or be drawn together; coalesce or cause to coalesce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,2,1 ], "to acquire, incur, or become affected by (a disease, liability, debt, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,3,1 ], "indicated in writing by an apostrophe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,3,1 ], "to shorten (a word or phrase) by the omission of letters or syllables, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,3,2 ], "to unite (two vowels) or (of two vowels) to be united within a word or at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,3,2 ], "word boundary so that a new long vowel or diphthong is formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,4,1 ], "(of the brow or a muscle) to wrinkle or be drawn together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,5,1 ], "to arrange (a marriage) for; betroth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,1 ], "a formal agreement between two or more parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,2 ], "a document that states the terms of such an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,3 ], "the branch of law treating of contracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,4 ], "marriage considered as a formal agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,4,1 ], "(in the bidding sequence before play)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,5 ], "must try to make" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,5 ], "the highest bid, which determines trumps and the number of tricks one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contract",1,6,5,2 ], "the number and suit of these tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contractile",1,1,1 ], "having the power to contract or to cause contraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraction",1,1,1 ], "an instance of contracting or the state of being contracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraction",1,1,2 ], "any normal shortening or tensing of an organ or part, esp| of a muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraction",1,1,3 ], "any abnormal tightening or shrinking of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraction",1,1,4 ], "a shortening of a word or group of words, often marked in written English by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraction",1,1,4 ], "an apostrophe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contractor",1,1,1 ], "a person or firm that contracts to supply materials or labour, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contractor",1,1,1 ], "building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contractor",1,1,2 ], "something that contracts, esp| a muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contractor",1,1,3 ], "a person who is a party to a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contractor",1,1,4 ], "the declarer in bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contractual",1,1,1 ], "of the nature of or assured by a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contracture",1,1,1 ], "a disorder in which a skeletal muscle is permanently tightened (contracted)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contracture",1,1,1 ], "most often caused by spasm or paralysis of the antagonist muscle that maintains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contracture",1,1,1 ], "normal muscle tension" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "contradance",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of contredanse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradict",1,1,1 ], "to affirm the opposite of (a proposition, statement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradict",1,2,1 ], "to declare (a proposition, statement, etc|) to be false or incorrect; deny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradict",1,3,1 ], "to be argumentative or contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradict",1,4,1 ], "to be inconsistent with (a proposition, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradict",1,5,1 ], "(of two or more facts, principles, etc|) to be at variance; be in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradict",1,5,1 ], "contradiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contradiction",1,1,1 ], "the act of going against; opposition; denial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradiction",1,1,2 ], "a declaration of the opposite or contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradiction",1,1,3 ], "a statement that is at variance with itself (often in the phrase a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradiction",1,1,3 ], "contradiction in terms)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contradiction",1,1,4 ], "conflict or inconsistency, as between events, qualities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradiction",1,1,5 ], "a person or thing containing conflicting qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradictory" ,1, 1, 1],"inconsistent; incompatible",1). c_DEF([ "contradictory" ,1, 1, 2],"given to argument and contention",1). c_DEF([ "contradictory" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a pair of propositions) unable to be both true or both false at once",1). c_DEF([ "contradictory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "contradictory" ,1, 2, 2],"either of two logical propositions that cannot both be true or both be false",1). c_DEF([ "contradistinction",1,1,1 ], "a distinction made by contrasting different qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contradistinguish",1,1,1 ], "to differentiate by means of contrasting or opposing qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrail",1,1,1 ], "another name for vapour trail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraindicate",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contraindicate",1,1,1 ], "to advise against or indicate the possible danger of (a drug, treatment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contralto",1,1,1 ], "the alto voice of a female soloist or operatic singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contralto",1,1,2 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contralto",1,2,1 ], "of or denoting a contralto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraposition",1,1,1 ], "the act of placing opposite or against, esp| in contrast or antithesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraposition",1,1,2 ], "the conclusion drawn from a proposition by negating its terms and changing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraposition",1,1,2 ], "their order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contraption",1,1,1 ], "a device or contrivance, esp| one considered strange, unnecessarily intricate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contraption",1,1,1 ], "or improvised|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrapuntal",1,1,1 ], "characterized by counterpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrapuntist",1,1,1 ], "a composer skilled in counterpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrariety",1,1,1 ], "opposition between one thing and another; disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrariety",1,1,2 ], "an instance of such opposition; inconsistency; discrepancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrariety",1,1,3 ], "the relationship between two contraries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrarily",1,1,1 ], "(k@!tr$e@$Il$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrarily",1,1,2 ], "in a perverse or obstinate manner|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrarily",1,1,3 ], "on the other hand; from the opposite point of view|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrarily",1,1,4 ], "in an opposite, adverse, or unexpected way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrarious",1,1,1 ], "(of people or animals) perverse or obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrarious",1,1,2 ], "(of conditions, etc|) unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrariwise",1,1,1 ], "from a contrasting point of view; on the other hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrariwise",1,1,2 ], "in the reverse way or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrariwise",1,1,3 ], "(k@!tr$e@$I~wa$Iz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrariwise",1,1,4 ], "in a contrary manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 1, 1],"opposed in nature, position, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 1, 2],"(k@!tr$e@$I)",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 1, 3],"perverse; obstinate",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 1, 4],"(esp| of wind) adverse; unfavourable",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 1, 5],"(of plant parts) situated at right angles to each other",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 1, 6],"(of a pair of propositions) related so that they cannot both be true at once,",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 1, 6],"although they may both be false together",2). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 2, 2],"the exact opposite (esp| in the phrase to the contrary)",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 2, 3],"on the contrary",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 2, 4],"quite the reverse; not at all",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 2, 5],"either of two exactly opposite objects, facts, or qualities",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 2, 6],"either of two contrary logical propositions",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 3, 1],"(usually foll| by to) in an opposite or unexpected way",1). c_DEF([ "contrary" ,1, 3, 2],"in conflict (with) or contravention (of)",1). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,1,1 ], "(k@!tr$a$:st)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by with) to distinguish or be distinguished by comparison of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,1,2 ], "unlike or opposite qualities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,1 ], "distinction or emphasis of difference by comparison of opposite or dissimilar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,1 ], "things, qualities, etc| (esp| in the phrases by contrast, in contrast to or with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,2 ], "a person or thing showing notable differences when compared with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,3 ], "(in painting) the effect of the juxtaposition of different colours, tones," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,3,1 ], "the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,3,2 ], "screen, differ in brightness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrast",1,2,3,2 ], "the extent to which adjacent areas of an optical image, esp| on a television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrasty",1,1,1 ], "(of a photograph or subject) having sharp gradations in tone, esp| between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrasty",1,1,1 ], "light and dark areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrasuggestible",1,1,1 ], "opposite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrasuggestible",1,1,1 ], "responding or tending to respond to a suggestion by doing or believing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contravallation",1,1,1 ], "fortifications built by besiegers around the place besieged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contravene",1,1,1 ], "to come into conflict with or infringe (rules, laws, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contravene",1,1,2 ], "to dispute or contradict (a statement, proposition, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrayerva",1,1,1 ], "Dorstenia, esp| D| contrayerva, used as a stimulant and tonic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrayerva",1,1,1 ], "the root of any of several tropical American moraceous plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contredanse",1,1,1 ], "a courtly Continental version of the English country dance, similar to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contredanse",1,1,1 ], "quadrille" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contredanse",1,1,2 ], "music written for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contretemps",1,1,1 ], "an awkward or difficult situation or mishap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contretemps",1,1,2 ], "a feint made with the purpose of producing a counterthrust from one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contretemps",1,1,2 ], "opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contribute",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to give (support, money, etc|) for a common purpose or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribute",1,1,1 ], "fund" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contribute",1,1,2 ], "to supply (ideas, opinions, etc|) as part of a debate or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribute",1,2,1 ], "to be partly instrumental (in) or responsible (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribute",1,2,2 ], "to write (articles, etc|) for a publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribution",1,1,1 ], "the act of contributing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribution",1,1,2 ], "something contributed, such as money or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribution",1,1,3 ], "an article, story, etc|, contributed to a newspaper or other publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribution",1,1,4 ], "a portion of the total liability incumbent on each of two or more companies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contribution",1,1,4 ], "for a risk with respect to which all of them have issued policies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contribution",1,1,5 ], "a levy, esp| towards the cost of a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contributor",1,1,1 ], "something that is a factor in or is partly responsible for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contributor",1,1,2 ], "a donation to a cause, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contributor",1,1,2 ], "a person who contributes, esp| one who writes for a newspaper or one who makes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contributory negligence",1,1,1 ], "accident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contributory negligence",1,1,1 ], "failure by an injured person to have taken proper precautions to prevent an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 1, 1],"(often foll| by to) sharing in or being partly responsible (for the cause of",1). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 1, 1],"something)",2). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 1, 2],"giving or donating to a common purpose or fund",1). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 1, 3],"it",3). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 1, 3],"of, relating to, or designating an insurance or pension scheme in which the",1). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 1, 3],"premiums are paid partly by the employer and partly by the employees who benefit from",2). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 1, 4],"liable or subject to a tax or levy",1). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 2, 2],"a person or thing that contributes",1). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 2, 3],"a member or former member of a company liable to contribute to the assets on",1). c_DEF([ "contributory" ,1, 2, 3],"the winding-up of the company",2). c_DEF([ "contrib|",1,1,1 ], "contribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrib|",1,1,2 ], "contributor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrite",1,1,1 ], "full of guilt or regret; remorseful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrite",1,1,2 ], "arising from a sense of shame or guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrite",1,1,3 ], "remorseful for past sin and resolved to avoid future sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrition",1,1,1 ], "deeply felt remorse; penitence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrition",1,1,2 ], "(perfect contrition) or from hope of heaven (imperfect contrition)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrition",1,1,2 ], "detestation of past sins and a resolve to make amends, either from love of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrivance",1,1,1 ], "something contrived, esp| an ingenious device; contraption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrivance",1,1,2 ], "the act or faculty of devising or adapting; inventive skill or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrivance",1,1,3 ], "an artificial rather than natural selection or arrangement of details, parts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrivance",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contrivance",1,1,4 ], "an elaborate or deceitful plan or expedient; stratagem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrive",1,1,1 ], "to manage (something or to do something), esp| by means of a trick; engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrive",1,2,1 ], "to think up or adapt ingeniously or elaborately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrive",1,2,2 ], "to plot or scheme (treachery, evil, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contrived",1,1,1 ], "obviously planned, artificial, or lacking in spontaneity; forced; unnatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control account",1,1,1 ], "an account to which are posted the debit and credit totals of other accounts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control account",1,1,1 ], "usually in preparation of financial statements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control chart",1,1,1 ], "a chart on which observed values of a variable are plotted in the order in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control chart",1,1,1 ], "variable can be detected" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "control chart",1,1,1 ], "which they occur so that excessive variations in the quality, quantity, etc|, of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control column",1,1,1 ], "a lever or pillar, usually fitted with a handwheel, used to control the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control column",1,1,1 ], "movements of an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control experiment",1,1,1 ], "an experiment designed to check or correct the results of another experiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control experiment",1,1,1 ], "by removing the variable or variables operating in that other experiment| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control experiment",1,1,1 ], "comparison obtained is an indication or measurement of the effect of the variables" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "control experiment",1,1,1 ], "concerned" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "control grid",1,1,1 ], "another name for grid ,1,4, esp| in a tetrode or pentode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control group",1,1,1 ], "any group used as a control in a statistical experiment, esp| a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control group",1,1,1 ], "effects of another drug on other patients" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "control group",1,1,1 ], "patients who receive either a placebo or a standard drug during an investigation of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control rod",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of rods or tubes containing a neutron absorber, such as boron," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control rod",1,1,1 ], "that can be inserted into or retracted from the core of a nuclear reactor in order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control rod",1,1,1 ], "to control its rate of reaction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "control stick",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control stick",1,1,1 ], "the lever by which a pilot controls the lateral and longitudinal movements of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control surface",1,1,1 ], "a movable aerofoil, such as a rudder, elevator, aileron, etc|, that controls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control surface",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft or rocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control tower",1,1,1 ], "a tower at an airport from which air traffic is controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to command, direct, or rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,2 ], "to check, limit, curb, or regulate; restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,3 ], "to regulate or operate (a machine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,4 ], "standard" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,4 ], "to verify (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,4 ], "which the variable being investigated is held constant or is compared with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,4,1 ], "to regulate (financial affairs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,1,4,2 ], "to examine and verify (financial accounts)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,1 ], "power to direct or determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,2 ], "a means of regulation or restraint; curb; check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,3 ], "a device or mechanism for operating a car, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,4 ], "a standard of comparison used in a statistical analysis or scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,4 ], "experiment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,4,1 ], "a device that regulates the operation of a machine| A dynamic control is one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,4,1 ], "regulates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,4,1 ], "that incorporates a governor so that it responds to the output of the machine it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,5 ], "an agency believed to assist the medium in a seance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,6 ], "a letter, or letter and number, printed on a sheet of postage stamps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,6 ], "indicating authenticity, date, and series of issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,7 ], "one of a number of checkpoints on a car rally, orienteering course, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "control",1,2,7 ], "where competitors check in and their time, performance, etc|, is recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "controller",1,1,1 ], "a person who directs, regulates, or restrains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "controller",1,1,2 ], "a business executive or government officer who is responsible for financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "controller",1,1,2 ], "planning, control, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "controller",1,1,3 ], "device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "controller",1,1,3 ], "the equipment concerned with controlling the operation of an electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "controversy",1,1,1 ], "dispute, argument, or debate, esp| one concerning a matter about which there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "controversy",1,1,1 ], "is strong disagreement and esp| one carried on in public or in the press" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "controvert",1,1,1 ], "to deny, refute, or oppose (some argument or opinion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "controvert",1,1,2 ], "to argue or wrangle about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contr|",1,1,1 ], "contraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contr|",1,1,2 ], "contralto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contumacious",1,1,1 ], "stubbornly resistant to authority; wilfully obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contumacy",1,1,1 ], "insubordination; disobedience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contumacy",1,1,1 ], "obstinate and wilful rebelliousness or resistance to authority;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contumacy",1,1,2 ], "court order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "contumacy",1,1,2 ], "the wilful refusal of a person to appear before a court or to comply with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contumely",1,1,1 ], "scornful or insulting language or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contumely",1,1,2 ], "a humiliating or scornful insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contuse",1,1,1 ], "to injure (the body) without breaking the skin bruise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "contusion",1,1,1 ], "an injury in which the skin is not broken; bruise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cont|",1,1,1 ], "containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cont|",1,1,2 ], "contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cont|",1,1,3 ], "continent(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cont|",1,1,4 ], "continued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conundrum",1,1,1 ], "a riddle, esp| one whose answer makes a play on words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conundrum",1,1,2 ], "a puzzling question or problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conurbation",1,1,1 ], "a large densely populated urban sprawl formed by the growth and coalescence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conurbation",1,1,1 ], "individual towns or cities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conure",1,1,1 ], "any of various small American parrots of the genus Aratinga and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conure",1,1,1 ], "genera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convalesce",1,1,1 ], "esp| by resting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convalesce",1,1,1 ], "to recover from illness, injury, or the aftereffects of a surgical operation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convalescence",1,1,1 ], "gradual return to health after illness, injury, or an operation, esp| through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convalescence",1,1,1 ], "rest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convalescence",1,1,2 ], "the period during which such recovery occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convection",1,1,1 ], "molecules from cool regions to warmer regions of lower density" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convection",1,1,1 ], "the process of heat or mass transfer through a fluid, caused by movement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convection",1,1,2 ], "atmosphere, often cooling and forming clouds, with compensatory downward movements of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convection",1,1,2 ], "cooler air" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "convection",1,1,2 ], "the process by which masses of relatively warm air are raised into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convector",1,1,1 ], "a space-heating device from which heat is transferred to the surrounding air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convector",1,1,1 ], "by convection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convenance",1,1,1 ], "suitable behaviour; propriety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenances",1,1,1 ], "the accepted social forms; conventions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convene",1,1,1 ], "to gather, call together, or summon, esp| for a formal meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convene",1,2,1 ], "to order to appear before a court of law, judge, tribunal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convener",1,1,1 ], "a person who convenes or chairs a meeting, committee, etc|, esp| one who is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convener",1,1,1 ], "specifically elected to do so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convenience food",1,1,1 ], "food that needs little preparation and can be used at any time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being suitable or opportune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,2 ], "a convenient time or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,3 ], "at your convenience| at a time suitable to you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,4 ], "at your earliest convenience| Formal| as soon as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,5 ], "usefulness, comfort, or facility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,6 ], "an object that is particularly useful, esp| a labour-saving device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,7 ], "a lavatory, esp| a public one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenience",1,1,8 ], "make a convenience of| to take advantage of; impose upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenient",1,1,1 ], "suitable for one's purpose or needs; opportune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenient",1,1,2 ], "easy to use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convenient",1,1,3 ], "close by or easily accessible; handy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convent",1,1,1 ], "a building inhabited by a religious community, usually of nuns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convent",1,1,2 ], "the religious community inhabiting such a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convent",1,1,3 ], "a school in which the teachers are nuns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventicle",1,1,1 ], "a secret or unauthorized assembly for worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventicle",1,1,2 ], "Nonconformists or Dissenters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conventicle",1,1,2 ], "a small meeting house or chapel for a religious assembly, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,1,1 ], "a large formal assembly of a group with common interests, such as a political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,1,1 ], "party or trade union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,1,2 ], "the persons attending such an assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,2 ], "an assembly of delegates of one party to select candidates for office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,3 ], "an international agreement second only to a treaty in formality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,4 ], "any agreement, compact, or contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,5 ], "behaviour, good taste, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,5 ], "the most widely accepted or established view of what is thought to be proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,6 ], "an accepted rule, usage, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,7 ], "a bid or play not to be taken at its face value, which one's partner can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convention",1,1,7 ], "interpret according to a prearranged bidding system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,1,1 ], "following the accepted customs and proprieties, esp| in a way that lacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,1,1 ], "originality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,1,2 ], "established by accepted usage or general agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a convention or assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,1,4 ], "based upon the agreement or consent of parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,1,5 ], "represented in a simplified or generalized way; conventionalized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,1,6 ], "(of weapons, warfare, etc|) not nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventional",1,2,1 ], "another word for convention ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventionalism",1,1,1 ], "advocacy of or conformity to that which is established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventionalism",1,1,2 ], "something conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventionalism",1,1,3 ], "rationally or empirically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conventionalism",1,1,3 ], "the theory that principles become established by general agreement rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventionality",1,1,1 ], "the quality or characteristic of being conventional, esp| in behaviour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventionality",1,1,1 ], "thinking, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conventionality",1,1,2 ], "propriety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conventionality",1,1,2 ], "something conventional, esp| a normal or accepted rule of behaviour;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventionalize",1,1,1 ], "to make conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventionalize",1,1,2 ], "to simplify or stylize (a design, decorative device, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventual",1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or characteristic of a convent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conventual",1,2,1 ], "a member of a convent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converge",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move towards the same point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converge",1,1,2 ], "to meet or cause to meet; join" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converge",1,2,1 ], "(of opinions, effects, etc|) to tend towards a common conclusion or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converge",1,3,1 ], "(of an infinite series) to approach a finite limit as the number of terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converge",1,3,1 ], "increases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "converge",1,4,1 ], "(of animals and plants during evolutionary development) to undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converge",1,4,1 ], "convergence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,1 ], "the act, degree, or a point of converging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,2 ], "concurrence of opinions, results, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,3 ], "series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,3 ], "the property or manner of approaching a finite limit, esp| of an infinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,4 ], "the turning inwards of the eyes to focus on a close object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,5 ], "animals that occupy a similar environment, as in the evolution of wings in birds and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,5 ], "bats" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,5 ], "the evolutionary development of a superficial resemblance between unrelated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,6 ], "accumulation of air in a region that has a greater inflow than outflow of air," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergence",1,1,6 ], "often giving rise to vertical air currents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convergent thinking",1,1,1 ], "or ideas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convergent thinking",1,1,1 ], "thinking in which a common attribute is abstracted from many different objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergent",1,1,1 ], "(of two or more lines, paths, etc|) moving towards or meeting at some common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergent",1,1,1 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convergent",1,1,2 ], "(of forces, ideas, etc|) tending towards the same result; merging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convergent",1,1,3 ], "(of an infinite series) having a finite limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversable",1,1,1 ], "easy or pleasant to talk to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversable",1,1,2 ], "able or inclined to talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversant",1,1,1 ], "experienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversant",1,1,2 ], "(in), familiar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversant",1,1,3 ], "(with), or acquainted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversant",1,1,4 ], "(with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversation piece",1,1,1 ], "something, esp| an unusual object, that provokes conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversation piece",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in 18th-century Britain) a group portrait in a landscape or domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversation piece",1,1,2 ], "setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conversation piece",1,1,3 ], "a play emphasizing dialogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversation",1,1,1 ], "communication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conversation",1,1,1 ], "the interchange through speech of information, ideas, etc|; spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversation",1,1,2 ], "make conversation| to talk in an artificial way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversational",1,1,1 ], "of, using, or in the manner of conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversational",1,1,2 ], "inclined to or skilled in conversation; conversable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversationalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who enjoys or excels in conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversazione" ,1, 1, 1],"ones a social gathering for discussion of the arts, literature, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "converse",1,1,1 ], "(k@!v$z$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",1,2,1 ], "to engage in conversation (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",1,2,2 ], "to commune spiritually (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",1,2,2,1 ], "to associate; consort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",1,2,2,2 ], "to have sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",1,3,1 ], "conversation (often in the phrase hold converse with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",1,3,1,1 ], "fellowship or acquaintance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",1,3,1,2 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",2,1,1 ], "reversed; opposite; contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",2,2,1 ], "something that is opposite or contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",2,2,2 ], "a proposition inferred from another proposition by the transposition of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converse",2,2,2 ], "subject and predicate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,1,1 ], "a change or adaptation in form, character, or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,1,2 ], "something changed in one of these respects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,2 ], "a change to another attitude or belief, as in a change of religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,3 ], "a change in the units or form of a number or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,4 ], "a form of inference by which one proposition is obtained as the converse of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,4 ], "another proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,4,1 ], "another's personal property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,4,1 ], "unauthorized dealing with or the assumption of rights of ownership to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,4,2 ], "the changing of real property into personalty or personalty into realty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,5 ], "a score made after a try by kicking the ball over the crossbar from a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,5 ], "kick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,6 ], "a change of fertile material to fissile material in a reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,6,1 ], "an alteration to a car engine to improve its performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conversion",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,1,1 ], "(k@!v$z$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,1,2 ], "(mainly tr|) to change or adapt the form, character, or function of;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,1,2 ], "transform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,1,3 ], "to cause (someone) to change in opinion, belief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,1,4 ], "to change (a person or his way of life, etc|) for the better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,1 ], "to admit of being changed (into)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,2 ], "to change or be changed into another chemical compound or physical state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,2,1 ], "to assume unlawful proprietary rights over (personal property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,2,2 ], "to change (property) from realty into personalty or vice versa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,3 ], "to make a conversion after (a try)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,4 ], "to transpose the subject and predicate of (a proposition) by conversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,5 ], "to change (a value or measurement) from one system of units to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,2,6 ], "to exchange (a security or bond) for something of equivalent value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convert",1,3,1 ], "a person who has been converted to another belief, religion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converter reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor for converting one fuel into another, esp| one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converter reactor",1,1,1 ], "transforms fertile material into fissionable material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "converter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that converts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converter",1,1,1,1 ], "a device for converting alternating current to direct current or vice versa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converter",1,1,1,2 ], "a device for converting a signal from one frequency to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converter",1,1,2 ], "a vessel in which molten metal is refined, using a blast of air or oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "converter",1,1,3 ], "short for converter reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being converted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertible",1,1,2 ], "(of a car) having a folding or removable roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertible",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a currency)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertible",1,1,3 ], "freely exchangeable into other currencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertible",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a paper currency) exchangeable on demand for precious metal to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertible",1,1,3,2 ], "equivalent value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convertible",1,2,1 ], "a car with a folding or removable roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertiplane",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft that can land and take off vertically by temporarily directing its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convertiplane",1,1,1 ], "propulsive thrust downwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convertite",1,1,1 ], "a convert, esp| a reformed prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convex",1,1,1 ], "curving or bulging outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convex",1,1,2 ], "exterior of a sphere, paraboloid, ellipsoid, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convex",1,1,2 ], "having one or two surfaces curved or ground in the shape of a section of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convex",1,1,3 ], "(of a polygon) containing no interior angle greater than 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convex",1,2,1 ], "to make convex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convexity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being convex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convexity",1,1,2 ], "a convex surface, object, etc|; bulge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convexo-concave",1,1,1 ], "having one side convex and the other side concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convexo-concave",1,1,2 ], "(of a lens) having a convex face with greater curvature than the concave face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convexo-convex",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a lens) having both sides convex biconvex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convey",1,1,1 ], "to take, carry, or transport from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convey",1,1,2 ], "to communicate (a message, information, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convey",1,1,3 ], "(of a channel, path, etc|) to conduct, transmit, or transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convey",1,1,4 ], "to transmit or transfer (the title to property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convey",1,1,5 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conveyance",1,1,1 ], "the act of conveying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conveyance",1,1,2 ], "a means of transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conveyance",1,1,2,1 ], "a transfer of the legal title to property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conveyance",1,1,2,2 ], "the document effecting such a transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conveyor belt",1,1,1 ], "a flexible endless strip of fabric or linked plates driven by rollers and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conveyor belt",1,1,1 ], "to transport objects, esp| in a factory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "conveyor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that conveys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conveyor",1,1,2 ], "short for conveyor belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convict",1,1,1 ], "(k@!v$Ikt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convict",1,2,1 ], "to pronounce (someone) guilty of an offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convict",1,3,1 ], "a person found guilty of an offence against the law, esp| one who is sentenced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convict",1,3,1 ], "to imprisonment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convict",1,3,2 ], "a person serving a prison sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convict",1,4,1 ], "(k@!v$Ikt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convict",1,4,2 ], "convicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conviction",1,1,1 ], "the state or appearance of being convinced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conviction",1,1,2 ], "a fixed or firmly held belief, opinion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conviction",1,1,3 ], "the act of convincing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conviction",1,1,4 ], "the act or an instance of convicting or the state of being convicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "conviction",1,1,5 ], "carry conviction| to be convincing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convictive",1,1,1 ], "able or serving to convince or convict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convince",1,1,1 ], "something; persuade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convince",1,1,1 ], "to make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convince",1,1,1,1 ], "to overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convince",1,1,1,2 ], "to prove guilty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convincing",1,1,1 ], "credible or plausible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convincing",1,1,2 ], "persuading by evidence or argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convivial",1,1,1 ], "sociable; jovial or festive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,1 ], "a large formal assembly, esp| one specifically convened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,2 ], "the act of convoking or state of being convoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,3 ], "either of the synods of the provinces of Canterbury or York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,3,1 ], "an assembly of the clergy and part of the laity of a diocese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,3,2 ], "a district represented at such an assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,4 ], "(in some British universities) a legislative assembly composed mainly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,4 ], "graduates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convocation",1,1,5 ], "(in India) a degree-awarding ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convoke",1,1,1 ], "to call (a meeting, assembly, etc|) together summon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolute",1,1,1 ], "to form into a twisted, coiled, or rolled shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolute",1,2,1 ], "rolled longitudinally upon itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolute",1,2,2 ], "another word for convoluted ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convoluted",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of meaning, style, etc|) difficult to comprehend; involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convoluted",1,1,2 ], "wound together; coiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolution",1,1,1 ], "a twisting together; a turn, twist, or coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolution",1,1,2 ], "an intricate, involved, or confused matter or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolution",1,1,3 ], "any of the numerous convex folds or ridges of the surface of the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolve",1,1,1 ], "to wind or roll together; coil; twist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolvulaceous",1,1,1 ], "bindweed, morning-glory, and sweet potato" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "convolvulaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Convolvulaceae, a family of plants having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convolvulaceous",1,1,1 ], "trumpet-shaped flowers and typically a climbing, twining, or prostrate habit: includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convolvulus",1,1,1 ], "Convolvulus, having funnel-shaped flowers and triangular leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "convolvulus",1,1,1 ], "any typically twining herbaceous convolvulaceous plant of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convoy",1,1,1 ], "a group of merchant ships with an escort of warships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convoy",1,1,2 ], "a group of land vehicles assembled to travel together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convoy",1,1,3 ], "the act of travelling or escorting by convoy (esp| in the phrase in convoy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convoy",1,2,1 ], "to escort while in transit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulsant",1,1,1 ], "producing convulsions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulsant",1,2,1 ], "a drug that produces convulsions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulse",1,1,1 ], "to shake or agitate violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulse",1,2,1 ], "to cause (muscles) to undergo violent spasms or contractions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulse",1,3,1 ], "to shake or be overcome (with violent emotion, esp| laughter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulsion",1,1,1 ], "a violent involuntary contraction of a muscle or muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulsion",1,1,2 ], "a violent upheaval, disturbance, or agitation, esp| a social one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "convulsion",1,1,3 ], "uncontrollable laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cony",1,1,1 ], "a rabbit or fur made from the skin of a rabbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cony",1,1,2 ], "(in the Bible) another name for the hyrax, esp| the Syrian rock hyrax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cony",1,1,3 ], "another name for the pika" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cony",1,1,4 ], "a fool or dupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con|",1,1,1 ], "concerto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con|",1,1,2 ], "conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con|",1,1,3 ], "connection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con|",1,1,4 ], "consolidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con|",1,1,5 ], "continued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "con|",1,1,6 ], "contra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coo",1,1,1 ], "(of doves, pigeons, etc|) to make a characteristic soft throaty call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coo",1,2,1 ], "to speak in a soft murmur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coo",1,3,1 ], "to murmur lovingly (esp| in the phrase bill and coo)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coo",1,4,1 ], "the sound of cooing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coo",1,5,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise, awe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooee" ,1, 1, 1],"a call used to attract attention, esp| (originally) a long loud high-pitched",1). c_DEF([ "cooee" ,1, 1, 1],"call on two notes used in the Australian bush",2). c_DEF([ "cooee" ,1, 1, 2],"calling distance (esp| in the phrase within (a) cooee (of))",1). c_DEF([ "cooee" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to utter this call",1). c_DEF([ "cook up" ,1, 1, 1],"to concoct or invent (a story, alibi, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "cook up" ,1, 1, 2],"to prepare (a meal), esp| quickly",1). c_DEF([ "cook up" ,1, 1, 3],"to prepare (a drug) for use by heating, as by dissolving heroin in a spoon",1). c_DEF([ "cook" ,1, 1, 1],"a mountain in New Zealand, on South Island, in the Southern Alps: the highest",1). c_DEF([ "cook" ,1, 1, 1],"peak in New Zealand|Height: 3704 m (12,349 ft|)",2). c_DEF([ "cook" ,1, 1, 2],"a mountain in SE Alaska, in the St| Elias Mountains|Height: 4128 m (13,760",1). c_DEF([ "cook" ,1, 1, 2],"ft|)",2). c_DEF([ "cook",1,1,1 ], "food) to become ready for eating through such a process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,1,1 ], "to prepare (food) by the action of heat, as by boiling, baking, etc|, or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,1,2 ], "to subject or be subjected to the action of intense heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,2,1 ], "to alter or falsify (something, esp| figures, accounts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,3,1 ], "to spoil or ruin (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,4,1 ], "to happen (esp| in the phrase what's cooking??)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,5,1 ], "to prepare (any of several drugs) by heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,5,2 ], "cook someone's goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,5,2,1 ], "to spoil a person's plans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,5,2,2 ], "to bring about someone's ruin, downfall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook",1,6,1 ], "a person who prepares food for eating, esp| as an occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook-general",1,1,1 ], "(formerly, esp| in the 1920s and 30s) a domestic servant who did cooking and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cook-general",1,1,1 ], "housework" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cooker",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus, usually of metal and heated by gas, electricity, oil, or solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooker",1,1,1 ], "fuel, for cooking food; stove" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cooker",1,1,2 ], "any large sour apple used in cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookery book" ,1, 1, 1],"a book containing recipes and instructions for cooking",1). c_DEF([ "cookery",1,1,1 ], "the art, study, or practice of cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookery",1,1,2 ], "a place for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookhouse",1,1,1 ], "a place for cooking, esp| a camp kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookie",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookie",1,1,2 ], "a Scot| word for bun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookie",1,1,3 ], "a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookie",1,1,4 ], "inevitably or unalterably so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cookie",1,1,4 ], "that's the way the cookie crumbles| Informal, chiefly U|S| matters are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cookout",1,1,1 ], "a party where a meal is cooked and eaten out of doors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool bag",1,1,1 ], "an insulated container used to keep food cool on picnics, to carry frozen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool bag",1,1,1 ], "food, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cool out",1,1,1 ], "to relax and cool down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,1 ], "moderately cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,10 ], "sophisticated or elegant, esp| in an unruffled way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,11 ], "excellent; marvellous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,2 ], "comfortably free of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,3 ], "producing a pleasant feeling of coldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,4 ], "able to conceal emotion; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,5 ], "lacking in enthusiasm, affection, cordiality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,6 ], "calmly audacious or impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,7 ], "(esp| of numbers, sums of money, etc|) without exaggeration actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,8 ], "(of a colour) having violet, blue, or green predominating; cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,9 ], "(of jazz) characteristic of the late 1940s and early 1950s, economical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,1,9 ], "rhythmically relaxed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,2,1 ], "in a cool manner; coolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,3,1 ], "coolness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,3,2 ], "calmness; composure (esp| in the phrase keep one's cool)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,3,3 ], "unruffled elegance or sophistication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,4,1 ], "(usually foll| by down or off) to make or become cooler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,4,2 ], "(usually foll| by down or off) to lessen the intensity of (anger or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,4,2 ], "excitement) or (of anger or excitement) to become less intense; calm down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,4,3 ], "cool it|Slang, chiefly U|S| to calm down; take it easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cool",1,4,4 ], "cool one's heels| to wait or be kept waiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coolabah",1,1,1 ], "an Australian myrtaceous tree, Eucalyptus microtheca, that grows along rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coolabah",1,1,1 ], "and has smooth bark and long narrow leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coolant",1,1,1 ], "a fluid used to cool a system or to transfer heat from one part of it to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coolant",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coolant",1,1,2 ], "a liquid, such as an emulsion of oil, water, and soft soap, used to lubricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coolant",1,1,2 ], "and cool the workpiece and cutting tool during machining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cooler",1,1,1 ], "a container, vessel, or apparatus for cooling, such as a heat exchanger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooler",1,1,2 ], "something that cools, esp| an iced drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooler",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coolie",1,1,1 ], "a cheaply hired unskilled Oriental labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coolie",1,1,2 ], "an Indian living in South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coom",1,1,1 ], "waste material, such as dust from coal, grease from axles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coomb",1,1,1 ], "a short valley or deep hollow, esp| in chalk areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coomb",1,1,2 ], "another name for a cirque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coon",1,1,1 ], "short for raccoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coon",1,1,2 ], "a Negro or Australian Aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coon's age",1,1,1 ], "a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooncan",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two players, similar to rummy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coonskin",1,1,1 ], "the pelt of a raccoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coonskin",1,1,2 ], "a raccoon cap with the tail hanging at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coonskin",1,1,3 ], "an overcoat made of raccoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coontie",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen plant, Zamia floridana of S Florida, related to the cycads and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coontie",1,1,1 ], "having large dark green leathery leaves: family Zamiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coontie",1,1,2 ], "a starch derived from the underground stems of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coop",1,1,1 ], "a cage or small enclosure for poultry or small animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coop",1,1,2 ], "a small narrow place of confinement, esp| a prison cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coop",1,1,3 ], "a wicker basket for catching fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coop",1,2,1 ], "to confine in a restricted area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coop",2,1,1 ], "a cooperative, cooperative society, or shop run by a cooperative society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooper",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in making and repairing barrels, casks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooper",1,2,1 ], "to make or mend (barrels, casks, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooper",1,3,1 ], "to work as a cooper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperage",1,1,1 ], "the craft, place of work, or products of a cooper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperage",1,1,2 ], "the labour fee charged by a cooper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperate",1,1,1 ], "to work or act together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperate",1,1,2 ], "to be of assistance or be willing to assist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperate",1,1,3 ], "(of firms, workers, consumers, etc|) to engage in economic cooperation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperation",1,1,1 ], "joint operation or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperation",1,1,2 ], "assistance or willingness to assist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperation",1,1,3 ], "embracing production, distribution, or trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cooperation",1,1,3 ], "the combination of consumers, workers, farmers, etc|, in activities usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperation",1,1,4 ], "beneficial but inessential interaction between two species in a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative bank",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for building society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative farm",1,1,1 ], "(farmers' cooperatives)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative farm",1,1,1 ], "a farm that is run in cooperation with others in the purchasing and using of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative farm",1,1,1 ], "machinery, stock, etc|, and in the marketing of produce through its own institutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative farm",1,1,2 ], "a farm that is owned by a cooperative society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative farm",1,1,3 ], "a farm run on a communal basis, such as a kibbutz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative farm",1,1,4 ], "another name for collective farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative society",1,1,1 ], "a commercial enterprise owned and managed by and for the benefit of customers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative society",1,1,1 ], "or workers| Often shortened to coop, co-op" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,1,1 ], "willing to cooperate; helpful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,1,2 ], "acting in conjunction with others; cooperating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,1,2,1 ], "(of an enterprise, farm, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,1,3 ], "owned collectively and managed for joint economic benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,1,3,2 ], "(of an economy or economic activity) based on collective ownership and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,1,3,2 ], "cooperative use of the means of production and distribution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,2,1 ], "a cooperative organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,2,2 ], "a block of flats belonging to a corporation in which shares are owned in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cooperative",1,2,2 ], "proportion to the relative value of the flat occupied| Sometimes shortened to coop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coopery",1,1,1 ], "another word for cooperage ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coopt",1,1,1 ], "members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coopt",1,1,1 ], "to add (someone) to a committee, board, etc|, by the agreement of the existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coopt",1,1,2 ], "to appoint summarily; commandeer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coop|",1,1,1 ], "cooperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinal",1,1,1 ], "(of animals or plants) belonging to the same order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate bond",1,1,1 ], "a type of covalent chemical bond in which both the shared electrons are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate bond",1,1,1 ], "provided by one of the atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate clause",1,1,1 ], "by coordinating conjunctions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate clause",1,1,1 ], "one of two or more clauses in a sentence having the same status and connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,1,1 ], "(k@@$u!@$$:d$I~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,2,1 ], "to organize or integrate diverse elements in a harmonious operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,2,2 ], "the same class, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,2,2 ], "to place (things) in the same class or order, or (of things) to be placed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,3,1 ], "to work together, esp| harmoniously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,4,1 ], "to take or be in the form of a harmonious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,4,2 ], "to form or cause to form a coordinate bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,5,1 ], "(k@@$u!@$$:d$In$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,5,2 ], "any of a set of numbers that defines the location of a point in space with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,5,2 ], "reference to a system of axes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,5,3 ], "a person or thing equal in rank, type, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,6,1 ], "(k@@$u!@$$:d$In$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,6,2 ], "of, concerned with, or involving coordination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,6,3 ], "of the same rank, type, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinate",1,6,4 ], "of or involving the use of coordinates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinates",1,1,1 ], "clothes of matching or harmonious colours and design, suitable for wearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordinates",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coordinating conjunction",1,1,1 ], "a conjunction that introduces coordinate clauses, such as and, but, and or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordination compound",1,1,1 ], "another name for complex ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coordination",1,1,1 ], "balanced and effective interaction of movement, actions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coot",1,1,1 ], "(rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coot",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the genus Fulica, esp| F| atra of Europe and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coot",1,1,1 ], "lobed toes, dark plumage, and a white bill with a frontal shield: family Rallidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coot",1,1,2 ], "a foolish person, esp| an old man (often in the phrase old coot)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cootch",1,1,1 ], "a hiding place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cootch",1,1,2 ], "a room, shed, etc|, used for storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cootch",1,2,1 ], "to hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cootch",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to cuddle or be cuddled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cootch",1,3,1 ], "to clasp (someone or something) to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cootie",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for the body louse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cop out" ,1, 1, 1],"to fail to assume responsibility or to commit oneself",1). c_DEF([ "cop" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,policeman",1). c_DEF([ "cop" ,1, 1, 2],"an arrest (esp| in the phrase a fair cop)",1). c_DEF([ "cop" ,1, 3, 1],"to seize or catch",1). c_DEF([ "cop" ,1, 3, 2],"to steal",1). c_DEF([ "cop" ,1, 3, 3],"to buy (illegal drugs)",1). c_DEF([ "cop" ,1, 3, 4],"to suffer (a punishment, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "cop",2,1,1 ], "a conical roll of thread wound on a spindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cop",2,1,2 ], "the top or crest, as of a hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cop",3,1,1 ], "worth or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copacetic",1,1,1 ], "very good; excellent; completely satisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copaiba",1,1,1 ], "American trees of the caesalpiniaceous genus Copaifera: used in varnishes and ointments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copaiba",1,1,1 ], "a transparent yellowish viscous oleoresin obtained from certain tropical South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copal",1,1,1 ], "a hard aromatic resin, yellow, orange, or red in colour, obtained from various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copal",1,1,1 ], "tropical trees and used in making varnishes and lacquers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copalm",1,1,1 ], "the aromatic brown resin obtained from the sweet gum tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copalm",1,1,2 ], "another name for the sweet gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coparcenary",1,1,1 ], "a form of joint ownership of property, esp| joint heirship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coparcener",1,1,1 ], "a person who inherits an estate as coheir with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copartner",1,1,1 ], "a partner or associate, esp| an equal partner in business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",1,1,1 ], "to contend (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",1,2,1 ], "to deal successfully with or handle a situation; manage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",1,3,1,1 ], "to deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",1,3,1,2 ], "to meet in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",2,1,1 ], "a large ceremonial cloak worn at solemn liturgical functions by priests of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",2,1,1 ], "certain Christian sects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cope",2,1,2 ], "any covering shaped like a cope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",2,2,1 ], "to dress (someone) in a cope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",3,1,1 ], "to provide (a wall, etc|) with a coping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",3,1,2 ], "to join (two moulded timber members)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cope",3,2,1 ], "another name for coping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copeck",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kopeck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copepod",1,1,1 ], "any minute free-living or parasitic crustacean of the subclass Copepoda of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copepod",1,1,1 ], "marine and fresh waters: an important constituent of plankton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copepod",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Copepoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coper",1,1,1 ], "a horse-dealer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copestone",1,1,1 ], "a stone used to form a coping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copestone",1,1,2 ], "the stone at the top of a building, wall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copier",1,1,1 ], "a person or device that copies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copier",1,1,2 ], "another word for copyist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copilot",1,1,1 ], "a second or relief pilot of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coping saw",1,1,1 ], "a handsaw with a U-shaped frame used for cutting curves in a material too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coping saw",1,1,1 ], "thick for a fret saw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coping stone",1,1,1 ], "another word for copestone ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coping",1,1,1 ], "the sloping top course of a wall, usually made of masonry or brick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copious",1,1,1 ], "abundant; extensive in quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copious",1,1,2 ], "having or providing an abundant supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copious",1,1,3 ], "full of words, ideas, etc|; profuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copita",1,1,1 ], "a tulip-shaped sherry glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copita",1,1,2 ], "a glass of sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coplanar",1,1,1 ], "lying in the same plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copolymer",1,1,1 ], "a chemical compound of high molecular weight formed by uniting the molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copolymer",1,1,1 ], "of two or more different compounds (monomers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copolymerize",1,1,1 ], "to react (two compounds) together to produce a copolymer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper pyrites",1,1,1 ], "another name for chalcopyrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper sulphate",1,1,1 ], "a copper salt found naturally as chalcanthite and made by the action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper sulphate",1,1,1 ], "electroplating, and in plant sprays| Formula: CuSO4" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "copper sulphate",1,1,1 ], "sulphuric acid on copper oxide| It usually exists as blue crystals of the pentahydrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copper sulphate",1,1,1 ], "that form a white anhydrous powder when heated: used as a mordant, in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,1 ], "a malleable ductile reddish metallic element occurring as the free metal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,1 ], "copper glance, and copper pyrites: used as an electrical and thermal conductor and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,1 ], "degrees C| Related adjs|: cupric, cuprous|Related prefix: cupro-" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,1 ], "such alloys as brass and bronze| Symbol: Cu; atomic no|: 29; atomic wt|: 63|54;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,1 ], "the reddish-brown colour of copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,1 ], "valency: 1 or 2; relative density: 8|96; melting pt|: 1083 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2595" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,2 ], "any copper or bronze coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,3 ], "a large vessel, formerly of copper, used for boiling or washing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,4 ], "Heodes, etc|, typically having reddish-brown wings: family Lycaenidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,1,4 ], "any of various small widely distributed butterflies of the genera Lycaena," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",1,2,1 ], "to coat or cover with copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copper",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for policeman|Often shortened to cop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copperas",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for ferrous sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copperhead",1,1,1 ], "a venomous reddish-brown snake, Agkistrodon contortrix, of the eastern U|S|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copperhead",1,1,1 ], "family Crotalidae (pit vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copperhead",1,1,2 ], "a venomous reddish-brown Australian elapid snake, Denisonia superba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copperhead",1,1,3 ], "a Yankee supporter of the South during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copperplate",1,1,1 ], "a polished copper plate on which a design has been etched or engraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copperplate",1,1,2 ], "a print taken from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copperplate",1,1,3 ], "a fine handwriting based upon that used on copperplate engravings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coppersmith",1,1,1 ], "a person who works copper or copper alloys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coppersmith",1,1,2 ], "an Asian barbet (a bird), Megalaima haemacephala, the call of which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coppersmith",1,1,2 ], "ringing metallic note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coppice",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| Brit|) for copse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copra",1,1,1 ], "the dried, oil-yielding kernel of the coconut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating dung or obscenity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprolalia",1,1,1 ], "obsessive use of obscene or foul language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprolite",1,1,1 ], "Mesozoic reptiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coprolite",1,1,1 ], "any of various rounded stony nodules thought to be the fossilized faeces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprology",1,1,1 ], "preoccupation with excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprophagous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of certain beetles) feeding on dung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprophilia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal interest in faeces and their evacuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprophilous",1,1,1 ], "growing in or on dung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprosma",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the Australasian rubiaceous genus Coprosma: sometimes planted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coprosma",1,1,1 ], "ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copse",1,1,1 ], "a thicket or dense growth of small trees or bushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copter",1,1,1 ], "short for helicopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copula",1,1,1 ], "a verb, such as be, seem, or taste, that is used to identify or link the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copula",1,1,1 ], "in jail" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "copula",1,1,1 ], "pronouns), as in he became king, nouns (or pronouns) and adjectival complements, as in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "copula",1,1,1 ], "subject with the complement of a sentence| Copulas may serve to link nouns (or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copula",1,1,1 ], "sugar tastes sweet, or nouns (or pronouns) and adverbial complements, as in John is" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "copula",1,1,2 ], "anything that serves as a link" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copulate",1,1,1 ], "to perform sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copulative",1,1,1 ], "serving to join or unite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copulative",1,1,2 ], "of or characteristic of copulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copulative",1,1,3 ], "(of a verb) having the nature of a copula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copy desk",1,1,1 ], "a desk where copy is edited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copy taster",1,1,1 ], "a person who selects or approves text for publication, esp| in a periodical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copy typist",1,1,1 ], "a typist whose job is to type from written or typed drafts rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copy typist",1,1,1 ], "dictation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 1],"an imitation or reproduction of an original",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"matter to be reproduced in print",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"written matter or text as distinct from graphic material in books, newspapers,",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 2],"a single specimen of something that occurs in a multiple edition, such as a",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 2],"book, article, etc",2). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 3],"suitable material for an article or story",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 1, 4],"a model to be copied, esp| an example of penmanship",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 2, 1],"ies, copying, copied",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 2, 2],"(when tr|, often foll| by out) to make a copy or reproduction of (an",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 2, 2],"original)",2). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 2, 3],"to imitate as a model",1). c_DEF([ "copy" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) to imitate unfairly",1). c_DEF([ "copy-edit",1,1,1 ], "to prepare (copy) for printing by styling, correcting, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copybook",1,1,1 ], "a book of specimens, esp| of penmanship, for imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copybook",1,1,2 ], "a book for or containing documents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copybook",1,1,3 ], "blot one's copybook| Informal| to sully or destroy one's reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copybook",1,1,4 ], "trite or unoriginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copycat",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a child, who imitates or copies another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copygraph",1,1,1 ], "another name for hectograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyhold",1,1,1 ], "(formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyhold",1,1,1,1 ], "Court roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copyhold",1,1,1,1 ], "a tenure less than freehold of land in England evidenced by a copy of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyhold",1,1,1,2 ], "land held in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyholder",1,1,1 ], "in the proof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copyholder",1,1,1 ], "one who reads aloud from the copy as the proof corrector follows the reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyholder",1,1,2 ], "a device that holds copy in place for the compositor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyholder",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a person who held land by copyhold tenure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyist",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes written copies; transcriber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyist",1,1,2 ], "a person who imitates or copies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyread",1,1,1 ], "to subedit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyreader",1,1,1 ], "a person who edits and prepares newspaper copy for publication; subeditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyright deposit library",1,1,1 ], "Trinity College in Dublin, Scottish National Library, and National Library of Wales" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "copyright deposit library",1,1,1 ], "one of six libraries legally entitled to receive a gratis copy of every book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyright deposit library",1,1,1 ], "published in the United Kingdom: the British Library, Bodleian, Cambridge University," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copyright",1,1,1 ], "musical, or artistic work, granted by law for a specified number of years (in Britain," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "copyright",1,1,1 ], "the exclusive right to produce copies and to control an original literary," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyright",1,1,1 ], "usually 50 years from the death of the author, composer, etc|)| Symbol:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "copyright",1,2,1 ], "(of a work, etc|) subject to or controlled by copyright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copyright",1,3,1 ], "to take out a copyright on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "copywriter",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to write advertising copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coq au vin",1,1,1 ], "chicken stewed with red wine, onions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquelicot",1,1,1 ], "another name for corn poppy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquet",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to behave flirtatiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquet",1,1,2 ], "to dally or trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquetry",1,1,1 ], "flirtation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquette",1,1,1 ], "a woman who flirts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquette",1,1,2 ], "any humming bird of the genus Lophornis, esp| the crested Brazilian species L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquette",1,1,2 ], "magnifica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coquilla nut",1,1,1 ], "shell used for carving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coquilla nut",1,1,1 ], "the nut of a South American palm tree, Attalea funifera, having a hard brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquille",1,1,1 ], "any dish, esp| seafood, served in a scallop shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquille",1,1,2 ], "a scallop shell, or dish resembling a shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquille",1,1,3 ], "a bell-shaped hand guard on a foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquina",1,1,1 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coquina",1,1,1 ], "a soft limestone containing shells, corals, etc|, that occurs in parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coquito",1,1,1 ], "a Chilean palm tree, Jubaea spectabilis, yielding edible nuts and a syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cor anglais",1,1,1 ], "a woodwind instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cor blimey",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or annoyance| Often shortened to cor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coraciiform",1,1,1 ], "including the kingfishers, bee-eaters, hoopoes, and hornbills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coraciiform",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Coraciiformes, an order of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coracle",1,1,1 ], "a small roundish boat made of waterproofed hides stretched over a wicker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coracle",1,1,1 ], "frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coracoid",1,1,1 ], "a paired ventral bone of the pectoral girdle in vertebrates| In mammals it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coracoid",1,1,1 ], "reduced to a peg (the coracoid process) on the scapula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coral fern",1,1,1 ], "a scrambling fern of the genus Gleichenia, having repeatedly forked fronds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral reef",1,1,1 ], "a marine ridge or reef consisting of coral and other organic material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral reef",1,1,1 ], "consolidated into limestone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coral snake",1,1,1 ], "any venomous elapid snake of the genus Micrurus and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral snake",1,1,1 ], "bands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coral snake",1,1,1 ], "tropical and subtropical America, marked with red, black, yellow, and white transverse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coral snake",1,1,2 ], "any of various other brightly coloured elapid snakes of Africa and SE Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral tree",1,1,1 ], "any of various thorny trees of the papilionaceous genus Erythrina, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral tree",1,1,1 ], "bright red flowers and reddish shiny seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,1 ], "any marine mostly colonial coelenterate of the class Anthozoa having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,1 ], "calcareous, horny, or soft skeleton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,1,1 ], "a rocklike aggregation of certain of these animals or their skeletons, forming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,1,1 ], "an island or reef" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,1,1 ], "the calcareous or horny material forming the skeleton of certain of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,2 ], "an object made of coral, esp| a piece of jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,2,1 ], "a deep-pink to yellowish-pink colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coral",1,1,3 ], "the roe of a lobster or crab, which becomes pink when cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coralline",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling coral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coralline",1,1,2 ], "of the colour of coral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coralline",1,2,1 ], "any of various red algae impregnated with calcium carbonate, esp| any of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coralline",1,2,1 ], "genus Corallina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coralline",1,2,2 ], "any of various animals that resemble coral, such as certain sponges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corallite",1,1,1 ], "the skeleton of a coral polyp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coralloid",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling coral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coralroot",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate leafless orchid of the genus Corallorhiza, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coralroot",1,1,1 ], "yellow-green or purple flowers and branched roots resembling coral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coranto",1,1,1 ], "a variant of courante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corban",1,1,1 ], "a gift to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corban",1,1,2 ], "the Temple treasury or a consecration or gift to it (Matthew 27:6; Mark 7:11)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbeil",1,1,1 ], "a carved ornament in the form of a basket of fruit, flowers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbel out",1,1,1 ], "to support on corbels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbel",1,1,1 ], "a bracket, usually of stone or brick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to lay (a stone or brick) so that it forms a corbel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbelling",1,1,1 ], "a set of corbels stepped outwards, one above another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbicula",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for pollen basket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbie gable",1,1,1 ], "a gable having corbie-steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbie",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| name for raven or crow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corbie-step",1,1,1 ], "any of a set of steps on the top of a gable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,1 ], "string or thin rope made of several twisted strands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,2 ], "a length of woven or twisted strands of silk, etc|, sewn on clothing or used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,2 ], "as a belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,3 ], "a ribbed fabric, esp| corduroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,4 ], "any influence that binds or restrains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,5 ], "the U|S| name for flex ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,6 ], "any part resembling a string or rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,1,7 ], "a unit of volume for measuring cut wood, equal to 128 cubic feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,2,1 ], "to bind or furnish with a cord or cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cord",1,2,2 ], "to stack (wood) in cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordage",1,1,1 ], "the lines and rigging of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordage",1,1,2 ], "an amount of wood measured in cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordate",1,1,1 ], "heart-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corded",1,1,1 ], "bound or fastened with cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corded",1,1,2 ], "(of a fabric) ribbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corded",1,1,3 ], "(of muscles) standing out like cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordial",1,1,1 ], "warm and friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordial",1,1,2 ], "giving heart; stimulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordial",1,2,1 ], "a nonalcoholic drink with a fruit base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordial",1,2,2 ], "another word for liqueur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordiality",1,1,1 ], "warmth of feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordierite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (MgFe\2)Al4Si5O18" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cordierite",1,1,1 ], "a grey or violet-blue dichroic mineral that consists of magnesium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordierite",1,1,1 ], "iron silicate in orthorhombic crystalline form and is found in metamorphic rocks|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cordiform",1,1,1 ], "heart-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordillera",1,1,1 ], "a series of parallel ranges of mountains, esp| in the northwestern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordite",1,1,1 ], "any of various explosive materials used for propelling bullets, shells, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordite",1,1,1 ], "containing cellulose nitrate, sometimes mixed with nitroglycerin, plasticizers, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cordite",1,1,1 ], "stabilizers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cordless",1,1,1 ], "(of an electrical device) operated by an internal battery that is charged by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordless",1,1,1 ], "the mains supply through a flex when not in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cordoba",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Nicaragua, divided into 100 centavos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon bleu",1,1,1,1 ], "the Bourbon monarchy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cordon bleu",1,1,1,1 ], "the sky-blue ribbon worn by members of the highest order of knighthood under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon bleu",1,1,1,2 ], "a knight entitled to wear the cordon bleu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon bleu",1,1,2 ], "any very high distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon bleu",1,2,1 ], "of or denoting food prepared to a very high standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon sanitaire",1,1,1 ], "a guarded line serving to cut off an infected area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon sanitaire",1,1,2 ], "a series of buffer states, esp| when protecting a nation from infiltration or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon sanitaire",1,1,2 ], "attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cordon",1,1,1 ], "a chain of police, soldiers, ships, etc|, stationed around an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon",1,1,2 ], "a ribbon worn as insignia of honour or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon",1,1,3 ], "a cord or ribbon worn as an ornament or fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon",1,1,4 ], "an ornamental projecting band or continuous moulding along a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon",1,1,5 ], "a form of fruit tree consisting of a single stem bearing fruiting spurs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordon",1,1,5 ], "produced by cutting back all lateral branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cordon",1,2,1 ], "to put or form a cordon (around); close (off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordovan",1,1,1 ], "a fine leather now made principally from horsehide, isolated from the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordovan",1,1,1 ], "layers above and below it and tanned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cords",1,1,1 ], "trousers, esp| jeans, made of corduroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corduroy road",1,1,1 ], "a road across swampy ground, made of logs laid transversely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corduroy",1,1,1,1 ], "a heavy cotton pile fabric with lengthways ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corduroy",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corduroys",1,1,1 ], "trousers or breeches of corduroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordwain",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for cordovan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordwainer",1,1,1 ], "a shoemaker or worker in cordovan leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cordwood",1,1,1 ], "cords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cordwood",1,1,1 ], "wood that has been cut into lengths of four feet so that it can be stacked in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core store",1,1,1 ], "another name for memory ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,1 ], "consisting of the seeds and supporting parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,1 ], "the central part of certain fleshy fruits, such as the apple or pear," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,2 ], "the central, innermost, or most essential part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,3 ], "a piece of magnetic material, such as soft iron, placed inside the windings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,3 ], "an electromagnet or transformer to intensify and direct the magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,4 ], "and nickel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,4 ], "the central part of the earth, beneath the mantle, consisting mainly of iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,5 ], "a cylindrical sample of rock, soil, etc|, obtained by the use of a hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,5 ], "drill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,6 ], "a material placed in the inside of a mould to produce a cavity in a casting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,7 ], "the region of a nuclear reactor in which the reaction takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,8 ], "a layer of wood serving as a backing for a veneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,8,1 ], "a ferrite ring used in a computer memory to store one bit of information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,8,2 ], "the whole memory of a computer when made up of a number of such rings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,8,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,1,9 ], "a lump of stone or flint from which flakes or blades have been removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "core",1,2,1 ], "to remove the core from (fruit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coreligionist",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of the same religion as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corella",1,1,1 ], "any of certain white Australian cockatoos of the genus Kakatoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coreopsis",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coreopsis",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Coreopsis, of America and tropical Africa, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coreopsis",1,1,1 ], "for their yellow, brown, or yellow-and-red daisy-like flowers: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corf",1,1,1 ], "a wagon or basket used formerly in mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corgi",1,1,1 ], "either of two long-bodied short-legged sturdy breeds of dog, the Cardigan and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corgi",1,1,1 ], "the Pembroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coriaceous",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coriander",1,1,1 ], "a European umbelliferous plant, Coriandrum sativum, widely cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coriander",1,1,1 ], "aromatic seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coriander",1,1,2 ], "the dried ripe seeds of this plant collectively, used in flavouring food, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corium",1,1,1 ], "the deep inner layer of the skin, beneath the epidermis, containing connective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corium",1,1,1 ], "tissue, blood vessels, and fat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corium",1,1,2 ], "the leathery basal part of the forewing of hemipterous insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork cambium",1,1,1 ], "a layer of meristematic cells in the cortex of the stems and roots of woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork cambium",1,1,1 ], "cortical cells (phelloderm)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cork cambium",1,1,1 ], "plants, the outside of which gives rise to cork cells and the inside to secondary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cork oak",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen Mediterranean oak tree, Quercus suber, with a porous outer bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork oak",1,1,1 ], "from which cork is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,1,1 ], "and for stoppers for bottles, casks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,1,1 ], "the thick light porous outer bark of the cork oak, used widely as an insulator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,1,2 ], "a piece of cork or other material used as a stopper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,1,3 ], "an angling float" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,1,4 ], "a protective layer of dead impermeable cells on the outside of the stems and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,1,4 ], "roots of woody plants, produced by the outer layer of the cork cambium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,2,1 ], "to stop up (a bottle, etc|) with or as if with a cork; fit with a cork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork",1,2,3 ], "to black (the face, hands, etc|) with burnt cork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cork-tipped",1,1,1 ], "(of a cigarette) having a filter of cork or some material resembling cork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkage",1,1,1 ], "a charge made at a restaurant for serving wine, etc|, bought off the premises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkboard",1,1,1 ], "a thin slab made of granules of cork, used as a floor or wall finish and as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkboard",1,1,1 ], "insulator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corked",1,1,1 ], "tainted through having a cork containing excess tannin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corked",1,2,1 ], "a slang word for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corker",1,1,1,1 ], "something or somebody striking or outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corker",1,1,1,2 ], "an irrefutable remark that puts an end to discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corker",1,1,2 ], "a person or machine that inserts corks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corking",1,1,1 ], "excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkscrew",1,1,1 ], "a device for drawing corks from bottles, typically consisting of a pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkscrew",1,1,1 ], "metal spiral attached to a handle or screw mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corkscrew",1,1,2 ], "a blow that ends with a twist of the fist, esp| one intended to cut the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkscrew",1,1,2 ], "opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corkscrew",1,1,3 ], "resembling a corkscrew in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkscrew",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move in a spiral or zigzag course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkwood",1,1,1 ], "a small tree, Leitneria floridana, of the southeastern U|S|, having very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkwood",1,1,1 ], "lightweight porous wood: family Leitneriaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corkwood",1,1,2 ], "any other tree with light porous wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corkwood",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corm",1,1,1 ], "an organ of vegetative reproduction in plants such as the crocus, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corm",1,1,1 ], "of a globular stem base swollen with food and surrounded by papery scale leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cormel",1,1,1 ], "a new small corm arising from the base of a fully developed one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cormophyte",1,1,1 ], "any of the Cormophyta, a major division (now obsolete) of plants having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cormophyte",1,1,1 ], "stem, root, and leaves: includes the mosses, ferns, and seed plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cormorant",1,1,1 ], "Pelecaniformes (pelicans, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cormorant",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the family Phalacrocoracidae, of coastal and inland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cormorant",1,1,1 ], "waters, having a dark plumage, a long neck and body, and a slender hooked beak: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn borer",1,1,1 ], "Europe: in E North America a serious pest of maize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn borer",1,1,1 ], "the larva of the pyralid moth Pyrausta nubilalis, native to S and Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn bread",1,1,1 ], "a kind of bread made from maize meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn bunting",1,1,1 ], "a heavily built European songbird, Emberiza calandra, with a streaked brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn bunting",1,1,1 ], "plumage: family Emberizidae (buntings)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn earworm",1,1,1 ], "many other crop plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn earworm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of the noctuid moth Heliothis armigera, which feeds on maize and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn exchange",1,1,1 ], "a building where corn is bought and sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn factor",1,1,1 ], "a person who deals in corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn lily",1,1,1 ], "any of several South African iridaceous plants of the genus Ixia, which have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn lily",1,1,1 ], "coloured lily-like flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn marigold",1,1,1 ], "an annual plant, Chrysanthemum segetum, with yellow daisy-like flower heads: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn marigold",1,1,1 ], "common weed of cultivated land: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn meal",1,1,1 ], "meal made from maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn oil",1,1,1 ], "an oil prepared from maize, used in cooking and in making soaps, lubricants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn oil",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn on the cob",1,1,1 ], "a cob of maize, boiled and eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn pone",1,1,1 ], "corn bread, esp| a plain type made with water| Sometimes shortened to pone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn poppy",1,1,1 ], "Since World War I it has been the symbol of fallen soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn poppy",1,1,1 ], "a poppy, Papaver rhoeas, that has bright red flowers and grows in cornfields|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn rose",1,1,1 ], "any of several red-flowered weeds of cornfields, such as the corn poppy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn row",1,1,1 ], "a Caribbean Negro hair style in which the hair is plaited in close parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn row",1,1,1 ], "rows, resembling furrows in a ploughed field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn salad",1,1,1 ], "V| locusta, which often grows in cornfields and whose leaves are sometimes used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn salad",1,1,1 ], "any valerianaceous plant of the genus Valerianella, esp| the European species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn salad",1,1,1 ], "salads" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "corn shock",1,1,1 ], "a stack or bundle of bound or unbound corn piled upright for curing or drying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn shuck",1,1,1 ], "the husk of an ear of maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn silk",1,1,1 ], "the silky tuft of styles and stigmas at the tip of an ear of maize, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn silk",1,1,1 ], "used as a diuretic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn smut",1,1,1 ], "an ascomycetous parasitic fungus, Ustilago zeae, that causes gall-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn smut",1,1,1 ], "deformations on maize grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn smut",1,1,2 ], "the condition produced by this fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn snow",1,1,1 ], "granular snow formed by alternate freezing and thawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn syrup",1,1,1 ], "syrup prepared from maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn whisky",1,1,1 ], "whisky made from maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various cereal plants, esp| the predominant crop of a region, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,1,1 ], "wheat in England and oats in Scotland and Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,1,2 ], "the seeds of such plants, esp| after harvesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,1,3 ], "a single seed of such plants; a grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| name for maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,2,1 ], "the plants producing these kinds of grain considered as a growing crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,2,2 ], "a cornfield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,3 ], "short for corn whisky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,4 ], "an idea, song, etc|, regarded as banal or sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,1,5 ], "any hard particle or grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,2,1 ], "to feed (animals) with corn, esp| oats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,2,1,1 ], "to preserve in brine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,2,1,2 ], "to salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",1,2,2 ], "to plant corn on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",2,1,1 ], "a hardening or thickening of the skin, esp| of the toes, caused by pressure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn",2,1,1 ], "friction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corn",2,1,2 ], "tread on corns| Brit| informal| to hurt someone's feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn-picker",1,1,1 ], "a machine for removing ears of maize from the standing stalks, often also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corn-picker",1,1,1 ], "equipped to separate the corn from the husk and shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornaceous",1,1,1 ], "mostly trees and shrubs, including dogwood, cornel, and spotted laurel (see laurel ,1,5)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cornaceae, a family of temperate plants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corncob pipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe made from a dried corncob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corncob",1,1,1 ], "the core of an ear of maize, to which kernels are attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corncob",1,1,2 ], "short for corncob pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corncockle",1,1,1 ], "a European caryophyllaceous plant, Agrostemma githago, that has reddish-purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corncockle",1,1,1 ], "flowers and grows in cornfields and by roadsides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corncrake",1,1,1 ], "a common Eurasian rail, Crex crex, of fields and meadows, with a buff speckled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corncrake",1,1,1 ], "plumage and reddish wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corncrib",1,1,1 ], "a ventilated building for the storage of unhusked maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornea",1,1,1 ], "eyeball and is continuous with the sclera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornea",1,1,1 ], "the convex transparent membrane that forms the anterior covering of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corned",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of beef) cooked and then preserved or pickled in salt or brine, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corned",1,1,1 ], "often canned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornel",1,1,1 ], "any cornaceous plant of the genus Cornus, such as the dogwood and dwarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornel",1,1,1 ], "cornel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornelian",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of carnelian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corneous",1,1,1 ], "horny; hornlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,1 ], "surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,1 ], "the place, position, or angle formed by the meeting of two converging lines or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,10 ], "either of two opposite angles of a boxing ring in which the opponents take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,10 ], "their rests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,11 ], "cut corners| to take short cuts; bypass normal channels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,12 ], "(just) round the corner| close at hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,13 ], "turn the corner| to pass the critical point (in an illness, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,14 ], "located on a corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,15 ], "suitable or designed for a corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,2 ], "a projecting angle of a solid object or figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,3 ], "the place where two streets meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,4 ], "any small, secluded, secret, or private place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,5 ], "a dangerous or awkward position, esp| from which escape is difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,6 ], "any part, region or place, esp| a remote place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,7 ], "something used to protect or mark a corner, as of the hard cover of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,8 ], "a monopoly over the supply of a commodity so that its market price can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,8 ], "controlled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,9 ], "a free kick or shot from the corner of the field, taken against a defending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,9 ], "team when the ball goes out of play over their goal line after last touching one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,1,9 ], "their players" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,2,1 ], "difficult or impossible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,2,1 ], "to manoeuvre (a person or animal) into a position from which escape is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,3,1 ], "to furnish or provide with corners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,4,1 ], "to place in or move into a corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,5,1,1 ], "to acquire enough of (a commodity) to attain control of the market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,5,1,2 ], "engross| to attain control of (a market) in such a manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,6,1 ], "(of vehicles, etc|) to turn a corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,7,1 ], "to be situated on a corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corner",1,8,1 ], "(in soccer, etc|) to take a corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornerstone",1,1,1 ], "a stone at the corner of a wall, uniting two intersecting walls; quoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornerstone",1,1,2 ], "a stone placed at the corner of a building during a ceremony to mark the start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornerstone",1,1,2 ], "of construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornerstone",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing of prime importance; basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,1 ], "a three-valved brass instrument of the trumpet family| Written range: about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,1 ], "in B flat or A" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,1 ], "two and a half octaves upwards from E below middle C|It is a transposing instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,2 ], "a person who plays the cornet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of cornett" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,4 ], "a cone-shaped paper container for sweets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,5 ], "a cone-shaped wafer container for ice cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,6 ], "15th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,6 ], "a starched and wired muslin or lace cap worn by women from the 12th to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornet",1,1,7 ], "the large white headdress of some nuns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornetcy",1,1,1 ], "the commission or rank of a military cornet player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornetist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the cornet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornett",1,1,1 ], "a musical instrument consisting of a straight or curved tube of wood or ivory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornett",1,1,1 ], "having finger holes like a recorder and a cup-shaped mouthpiece like a trumpet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornfield",1,1,1 ], "a field planted with cereal crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornflakes",1,1,1 ], "a breakfast cereal made from toasted maize, eaten with milk, sugar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornflour",1,1,1 ], "a fine starchy maize flour, used esp| for thickening sauces| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornflour",1,1,1 ], "cornstarch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornflower",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian herbaceous plant, Centaurea cyanus, with blue, purple, pink, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornflower",1,1,1 ], "white flowers, formerly a common weed in cornfields: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornhusk",1,1,1 ], "the outer protective covering of an ear of maize; the chaff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornice",1,1,1,1 ], "the top projecting mouldings of an entablature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornice",1,1,1,2 ], "a continuous horizontal projecting course or moulding at the top of a wall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornice",1,1,1,2 ], "building, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornice",1,1,2 ], "an overhanging ledge of snow, esp| on the lee side of a mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornice",1,2,1 ], "to furnish or decorate with or as if with a cornice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corniche",1,1,1 ], "a coastal road, esp| one built into the face of a cliff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corniculate",1,1,1 ], "having horns or hornlike projections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corniculate",1,1,2 ], "relating to or resembling a horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornstalk",1,1,1 ], "a stalk or stem of corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornstalk",1,1,1,1 ], "a native Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornstalk",1,1,1,2 ], "a tall thin man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornstarch",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for cornflour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornstone",1,1,1 ], "a mottled green and red limestone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornu",1,1,1 ], "a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornucopia",1,1,1 ], "the horn of Amalthea, the goat that suckled Zeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornucopia",1,1,2 ], "a representation of such a horn in painting, sculpture, etc|, overflowing with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornucopia",1,1,2 ], "fruit, vegetables, etc|; horn of plenty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cornucopia",1,1,3 ], "a great abundance; overflowing supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornucopia",1,1,4 ], "a horn-shaped container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cornute",1,1,1 ], "having or resembling cornua; hornlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corny",1,1,1 ], "cornier, corniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corny",1,1,2 ], "trite or banal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corny",1,1,3 ], "sentimental or mawkish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corny",1,1,4 ], "abounding in corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corody",1,1,1 ], "(originally) the right of a lord to receive free quarters from his vassal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corody",1,1,2 ], "an allowance for maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corolla",1,1,1 ], "the petals of a flower collectively, forming an inner floral envelope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corollaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or having a corolla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corollary",1,1,1 ], "a proposition that follows directly from the proof of another proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corollary",1,1,2 ], "an obvious deduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corollary",1,1,3 ], "a natural consequence or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corollary",1,2,1 ], "consequent or resultant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corol|",1,1,1 ], "corollary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona discharge",1,1,1 ], "an electrical discharge appearing on and around the surface of a charged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona discharge",1,1,1 ], "conductor, caused by ionization of the surrounding gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,1 ], "a circle of light around a luminous body, usually the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,2 ], "a solar eclipse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,2 ], "the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere, visible as a faint halo during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,3 ], "the flat vertical face of a cornice just above the soffit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,4 ], "something resembling a corona or halo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,5 ], "a circular chandelier suspended from the roof of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,5,1 ], "crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,5,1 ], "the trumpet-shaped part of the corolla of daffodils and similar plants; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,5,2 ], "a crown of leafy outgrowths from inside the petals of some flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,6 ], "a crownlike structure, such as the top of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,7 ], "a long cigar with blunt ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corona",1,1,8 ], "short for corona discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronach",1,1,1 ], "or Irish| a dirge or lamentation for the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronagraph",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument used to simulate an eclipse of the sun so that the faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronagraph",1,1,1 ], "solar corona can be studied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coronal suture",1,1,1 ], "bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coronal suture",1,1,1 ], "the serrated line across the skull between the frontal bone and the parietal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronal",1,1,1 ], "a circlet for the head; crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronal",1,1,2 ], "a wreath or garland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronal",1,1,3 ], "short for coronal suture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronal",1,2,1 ], "(k@@!r@@$un ' )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronal",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a corona or coronal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronal",1,2,3 ], "a less common word for retroflex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronary artery",1,1,1 ], "either of two arteries branching from the aorta and supplying blood to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronary artery",1,1,1 ], "heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coronary insufficiency",1,1,1 ], "by attacks of angina pectoris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coronary insufficiency",1,1,1 ], "inadequate circulation of blood through the coronary arteries, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronary thrombosis",1,1,1 ], "a condition of interrupted blood flow to the heart due to a blood clot in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronary thrombosis",1,1,1 ], "coronary artery, usually as a consequence of atherosclerosis: characterized by intense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coronary thrombosis",1,1,1 ], "pain| Sometimes shortened to: coronary" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coronary" ,1, 1, 1],"designating blood vessels, nerves, ligaments, etc|, that encircle a part or",1). c_DEF([ "coronary" ,1, 1, 1],"structure",2). c_DEF([ "coronary" ,1, 2, 1],"naries",1). c_DEF([ "coronary" ,1, 2, 2],"short for coronary thrombosis",1). c_DEF([ "coronation",1,1,1 ], "the act or ceremony of crowning a monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coroner",1,1,1 ], "a public official responsible for the investigation of violent, sudden, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coroner",1,1,1 ], "jury (coroner's jury)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coroner",1,1,1 ], "suspicious deaths| The investigation (coroner's inquest) is held in the presence of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coronet",1,1,1 ], "any small crown, esp| one worn by princes or peers as a mark of rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronet",1,1,2 ], "a woman's jewelled circlet for the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronet",1,1,3 ], "the margin between the skin of a horse's pastern and the horn of the hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coronet",1,1,4 ], "a support for a crest shaped like a crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coroneted",1,1,1 ], "wearing a coronet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coroneted",1,1,2 ], "belonging to the peerage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corozo",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American palm, Corozo oleifera, whose seeds yield a useful oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpora",1,1,1 ], "the plural of corpus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporal punishment",1,1,1 ], "punishment of a physical nature, such as caning, flogging, or beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the body; bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporal",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for corporeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporal",2,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer junior to a sergeant in the army, air force, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporal",2,1,1 ], "marines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corporal",2,1,2 ], "(in the Royal Navy) a petty officer who assists the master-at-arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporal",3,1,1 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corporal",3,1,1 ], "a white linen cloth on which the bread and wine are placed during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporate",1,1,1 ], "forming a corporation; incorporated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporate",1,1,2 ], "of or belonging to a corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporate",1,1,3 ], "of or belonging to a united group; joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporation",1,1,1 ], "an association of persons having a separate identity, with separate powers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporation",1,1,1 ], "duties, and liabilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corporation",1,1,2 ], "the municipal authorities of a city or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporation",1,1,3 ], "a group of people acting as one body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporation",1,1,4 ], "a large paunch or belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporative",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of a corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporative",1,1,2 ], "(of a state) organized into and governed by corporations of individuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporative",1,1,2 ], "involved in any given profession, industry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corporator",1,1,1 ], "a member of a corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporeal",1,1,1 ], "of the nature of the physical body; not spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporeal",1,1,2 ], "of a material nature; physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corporeity",1,1,1 ], "bodily or material nature or substance; physical existence; corporeality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corposant",1,1,1 ], "another name for Saint Elmo's fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corps de ballet",1,1,1 ], "the members of a ballet company who dance together in a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corps diplomatique",1,1,1 ], "another name for diplomatic corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corps",1,1,1 ], "a military formation that comprises two or more divisions and additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corps",1,1,1 ], "support arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corps",1,1,2 ], "a body of people associated together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpse",1,1,1 ], "a dead body, esp| of a human being; cadaver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpsman",1,1,1 ], "a medical orderly or stretcher-bearer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpulent",1,1,1 ], "physically bulky; fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus callosum",1,1,1 ], "the band of white fibres that connects the cerebral hemispheres in mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus delicti",1,1,1 ], "the body of facts that constitute an offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus juris",1,1,1 ], "a body of law, esp| the laws of a nation or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus luteum hormone",1,1,1 ], "another name for progesterone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus luteum",1,1,1 ], "a yellow glandular mass of tissue that forms in a Graafian follicle following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus luteum",1,1,1 ], "release of an ovum|It secretes progesterone, a hormone necessary to maintain pregnancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corpus striatum",1,1,1 ], "a striped mass of white and grey matter situated in front of the thalamus in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus striatum",1,1,1 ], "each cerebral hemisphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corpus vile",1,1,1 ], "a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus",1,1,1 ], "a collection or body of writings, esp| by a single author or on a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus",1,1,1 ], "topic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corpus",1,1,2 ], "the main body, section, or substance of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus",1,1,2,1 ], "any distinct mass or body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus",1,1,2,2 ], "the main part of an organ or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus",1,1,3 ], "a capital or principal sum, as contrasted with a derived income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpus",1,1,4 ], "a human or animal body, esp| a dead one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpuscle",1,1,1 ], "any cell or similar minute body that is suspended in a fluid, esp| any of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpuscle",1,1,1 ], "red blood corpuscles (see erythrocyte) or white blood corpuscles (see leucocyte)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corpuscle",1,1,2 ], "the encapsulated ending of a sensory nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpuscle",1,1,3 ], "a discrete particle such as an electron, photon, ion, or atom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpuscle",1,1,4 ], "any minute particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corpuscular theory",1,1,1 ], "the quantum theory, that light consists of a stream of particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corpuscular theory",1,1,1 ], "the theory, originally proposed by Newton, and revived with the development of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corp|",1,1,1 ], "corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corp|",1,1,2 ], "corporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrade",1,1,1 ], "(of rivers, streams, etc|) to erode (land) by the abrasive action of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrade",1,1,1 ], "particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corral" ,1, 1, 1],"an enclosure for confining cattle or horses",1). c_DEF([ "corral" ,1, 1, 2],"(formerly) a defensive enclosure formed by a ring of covered wagons",1). c_DEF([ "corral" ,1, 3, 1],"to drive into and confine in or as in a corral",1). c_DEF([ "corral" ,1, 3, 2],"to capture",1). c_DEF([ "corrasion",1,1,1 ], "erosion of a rock surface by rock fragments transported over it by water," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrasion",1,1,1 ], "wind, or ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correct",1,1,1 ], "to make free from errors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correct",1,1,2 ], "to indicate the errors in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correct",1,1,3 ], "to rebuke or punish in order to set right or improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correct",1,1,4 ], "to counteract or rectify (a malfunction, ailment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correct",1,1,5 ], "to adjust or make conform, esp| to a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correct",1,2,1 ], "free from error; true; accurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correct",1,2,2 ], "in conformity with accepted standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of correcting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correction",1,1,2 ], "something offered or substituted for an error; an improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correction",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of punishing; reproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correction",1,1,4 ], "a number or quantity added to or subtracted from a scientific or mathematical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correction",1,1,4 ], "calculation or observation to increase its accuracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correctitude",1,1,1 ], "the quality of correctness, esp| conscious correctness in behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrective",1,1,1 ], "tending or intended to correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrective",1,2,1 ], "something that tends or is intended to correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlate",1,1,1 ], "to place or be placed in a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlate",1,2,1 ], "to establish or show a correlation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlate",1,3,1 ], "having a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlate",1,4,1 ], "either of two things mutually or reciprocally related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlation coefficient",1,1,1 ], "a statistic measuring the degree of correlation between two variables and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlation coefficient",1,1,1 ], "their variances" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "correlation coefficient",1,1,1 ], "usually obtained by dividing their covariance by the square root of the product of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correlation",1,1,1 ], "a mutual or reciprocal relationship between two or more things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of correlating or the state of being correlated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlation",1,1,3 ], "Correlation is positive or direct when two variables move in the same direction and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correlation",1,1,3 ], "negative or inverse when they move in opposite directions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "correlation",1,1,3 ], "the degree of quantitative association between two variables or attributes|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlative",1,1,1 ], "in mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relationship; corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlative",1,1,2 ], "denoting words, usually conjunctions, occurring together though not adjacently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlative",1,1,2 ], "in certain grammatical constructions, as for example neither and nor in such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correlative",1,1,2 ], "sentences as he neither ate nor drank" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "correlative",1,2,1 ], "either of two things that are correlative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correlative",1,2,2 ], "a correlative word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correl|",1,1,1 ], "correlative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence column",1,1,1 ], "a section of a newspaper or magazine in which are printed readers' letters to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence column",1,1,1 ], "the editor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence school",1,1,1 ], "an educational institution that offers tuition (correspondence courses) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence school",1,1,1 ], "post" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence",1,1,1 ], "the act or condition of agreeing or corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence",1,1,2 ], "similarity or analogy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence",1,1,3 ], "agreement or conformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence",1,1,3,1 ], "communication by the exchange of letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondence",1,1,3,2 ], "the letters so exchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondent",1,1,1 ], "a person who communicates by letter or by letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondent",1,1,2 ], "a person employed by a newspaper, etc|, to report on a special subject or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondent",1,1,2 ], "send reports from a foreign country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correspondent",1,1,3 ], "a different part of the country or abroad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "correspondent",1,1,3 ], "a person or firm that has regular business relations with another, esp| one in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondent",1,1,4 ], "something that corresponds to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "correspondent",1,2,1 ], "similar or analogous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrida",1,1,1 ], "the Spanish word for bullfight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,1 ], "a hallway or passage connecting parts of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,2 ], "a strip of land or air space that affords access, either from a landlocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,2 ], "country to the sea (such as the Polish corridor, 1919-39, which divided Germany) or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,2 ], "from a state to an exclave (such as the Berlin corridor, since 1945, which passes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,2 ], "through East Germany)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,3 ], "a passageway connecting the compartments of a railway coach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,4 ], "corridors of power| the higher echelons of government, the Civil Service," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corridor",1,1,4 ], "etc|, considered as the location of power and influence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrie",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a circular hollow on a hillside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrie",1,1,2 ], "another name for cirque ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrigendum",1,1,1 ], "an error to be corrected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrigendum",1,1,2 ], "a slip of paper inserted into a book after printing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrigendum",1,1,2 ], "listing errors and corrections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrigible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being corrected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrigible",1,1,2 ], "submissive or submitting to correction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrival",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for rival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborant",1,1,1 ], "serving to corroborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborant",1,1,2 ], "strengthening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborant",1,2,1 ], "something that strengthens; tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborate",1,1,1 ], "(k@@!r$Ab@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborate",1,2,1 ], "evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corroborate",1,2,1 ], "to confirm or support (facts, opinions, etc|), esp| by providing fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborate",1,3,1 ], "(k@@!r$Ab@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborate",1,3,2 ], "serving to corroborate a fact, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroborate",1,3,3 ], "(of a fact) corroborated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroboree",1,1,1 ], "a native assembly of sacred, festive, or warlike character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corroboree",1,1,2 ], "any noisy gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrode",1,1,1 ], "rusting of a metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrode",1,1,1 ], "to eat away or be eaten away, esp| by chemical action as in the oxidation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrode",1,2,1 ], "to destroy gradually; consume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrody",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of corody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosion",1,1,1 ], "a process in which a solid, esp| a metal, is eaten away and changed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosion",1,1,1 ], "chemical action, as in the oxidation of iron in the presence of water by an electrolytic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrosion",1,1,1 ], "process" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "corrosion",1,1,2 ], "slow deterioration by being eaten or worn away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosion",1,1,3 ], "the condition produced by or the product of corrosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosive sublimate",1,1,1 ], "another name for mercuric chloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosive",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of acids or alkalis) capable of destroying solid materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosive",1,1,2 ], "tending to eat away or consume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosive",1,1,3 ], "cutting; sarcastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrosive",1,2,1 ], "a corrosive substance, such as a strong acid or alkali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrugate",1,1,1 ], "to fold or be folded into alternate furrows and ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrugate",1,2,1 ], "folded into furrows and ridges; wrinkled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrugated iron",1,1,1 ], "a thin structural sheet made of iron or steel, formed with alternating ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrugated iron",1,1,1 ], "and troughs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrugated paper",1,1,1 ], "a packaging material made from layers of heavy paper, the top layer of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrugated paper",1,1,1 ], "is grooved and ridged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrugator",1,1,1 ], "a muscle whose contraction causes wrinkling of the brow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,1,1 ], "lacking in integrity; open to or involving bribery or other dishonest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,1,1 ], "practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,1,2 ], "morally depraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,1,3 ], "putrid or rotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,1,4 ], "contaminated; unclean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,1,5 ], "(of a text or manuscript) made meaningless or different in meaning from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,1,5 ], "original by scribal errors or alterations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become dishonest or disloyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,2,2 ], "to debase or become debased morally; deprave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,3,1 ], "to infect or contaminate; taint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,4,1 ], "to cause to become rotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corrupt",1,5,1 ], "to alter (a text, etc|) from the original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corruptible",1,1,1 ], "susceptible to corruption; capable of being corrupted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corruption",1,1,1 ], "the act of corrupting or state of being corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corruption",1,1,2 ], "moral perversion; depravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corruption",1,1,3 ], "dishonesty, esp| bribery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corruption",1,1,4 ], "putrefaction or decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corruption",1,1,5 ], "alteration, as of a manuscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corruption",1,1,6 ], "an altered form of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corr|",1,1,1 ], "correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corr|",1,1,2 ], "corrected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corr|",1,1,3 ], "correction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corr|",1,1,4 ], "correspondence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corr|",1,1,5 ], "correspondent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corr|",1,1,6 ], "corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corsac",1,1,1 ], "a fox, Vulpes corsac, of central Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corsage",1,1,1 ], "a flower or small bunch of flowers worn pinned to the lapel, bosom, etc|, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corsage",1,1,1 ], "sometimes carried by women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corsage",1,1,2 ], "the bodice of a dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corsair",1,1,1 ], "a pirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corsair",1,1,2 ], "a privateer, esp| of the Barbary Coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corse",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for corpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corselet",1,1,1 ], "Also spelt: corslet| a piece of armour for the top part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corselet",1,1,2 ], "a one-piece foundation garment, usually combining a brassiere and a corset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corset",1,1,1,1 ], "a stiffened, elasticated, or laced foundation garment, worn esp| by women," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corset",1,1,1,1 ], "stomach" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "corset",1,1,1,1 ], "that extends from below the chest to the hips and provides support for the spine and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corset",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar garment worn because of injury, weakness, etc|, by either sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corset",1,1,2 ], "a stiffened outer bodice worn by either sex, esp| in the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corset",1,2,1 ], "to dress or enclose in, or as in, a corset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corsetior corsetier" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who makes and fits corsets",1). c_DEF([ "corsetry",1,1,1 ], "the making of or dealing in corsets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corsetry",1,1,2 ], "corsets considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortege",1,1,1 ], "a formal procession, esp| a funeral procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortege",1,1,2 ], "a train of attendants; retinue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortex",1,1,1 ], "that covers the cerebrum (cerebral cortex) or the outer part of the kidney" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cortex",1,1,1 ], "the outer layer of any organ or part, such as the grey matter in the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortex",1,1,1,1 ], "and the epidermis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cortex",1,1,1,1 ], "the unspecialized tissue in plant stems and roots between the vascular bundles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortex",1,1,1,2 ], "the outer layer of a part such as the bark of a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corticate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants, seeds, etc|) having a bark, husk, or rind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortico-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the cortex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corticosteroid",1,1,1 ], "any steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex that affects carbohydrate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corticosteroid",1,1,1 ], "protein, and electrolyte metabolism, gonad function, and immune response" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corticosteroid",1,1,2 ], "any similar synthetic substance, used in treating inflammatory and allergic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corticosteroid",1,1,2 ], "diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corticosterone",1,1,1 ], "a glucocorticoid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex| Formula: C21H30O4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corticotrophin",1,1,1 ], "another name for adrenocorticotropic hormone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortisol",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydrocortisone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortisone",1,1,1 ], "17-hydroxy-11-dehydrocorticosterone| Formula: C21H28O5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cortisone",1,1,1 ], "a glucocorticoid hormone, the synthetic form of which has been used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cortisone",1,1,1 ], "treating rheumatoid arthritis, allergic and skin diseases, leukaemia, etc|;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corundum",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Al2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "corundum",1,1,1 ], "a very hard, often blue mineral consisting of aluminium oxide in hexagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corundum",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: used as an abrasive| Precious varieties include ruby and sapphire|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coruscate",1,1,1 ], "to emit flashes of light sparkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coruscation",1,1,1 ], "a gleam or flash of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coruscation",1,1,2 ], "a sudden or striking display of brilliance, wit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corv",1,1,1 ], "a day's unpaid labour owed by a feudal vassal to his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corv",1,1,2 ], "the practice or an instance of forced labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of corf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corvette",1,1,1 ], "a lightly armed escort warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corvine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a crow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corvine",1,1,2 ], "includes the crows, raven, rook, jackdaw, magpies, and jays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "corvine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the passerine bird family Corvidae, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corydalis",1,1,1 ], "any erect or climbing plant of the N temperate genus Corydalis, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corydalis",1,1,1 ], "finely-lobed leaves and spurred yellow or pinkish flowers: family Fumariaceae",2 ). c_DEF([ "corymb",1,1,1 ], "an inflorescence in the form of a flat-topped flower cluster with the oldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "corymb",1,1,1 ], "flowers at the periphery| This type of raceme occurs in the candytuft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coryph",1,1,1 ], "a leading dancer of a corps de ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coryphaeus",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek drama) the leader of the chorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coryphaeus",1,1,2 ], "a leader of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coryza",1,1,1 ], "acute inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose, with discharge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coryza",1,1,1 ], "mucus; a head cold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cor|",1,1,1 ], "corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cor|",1,1,2 ], "cornet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cor|",1,1,3 ], "coroner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cos",1,1,1 ], "a variety of lettuce with a long slender head and crisp leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cos",2,1,1 ], "cosine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosec",1,1,1 ], "cosecant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosecant",1,1,1 ], "(of an angle) a trigonometric function that in a right-angled triangle is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosecant",1,1,1 ], "ratio of the length of the hypotenuse to that of the opposite side the reciprocal of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosecant",1,1,1 ], "sine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cosech",1,1,1 ], "hyperbolic cosecant a hyperbolic function that is the reciprocal of sinh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coseismal",1,1,1 ], "of or designating points at which earthquake waves are felt at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coseismal",1,1,2 ], "(of a line on a map) connecting such points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coseismal",1,2,1 ], "such a line on a map" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coset",1,1,1 ], "a set that when added to another set produces a specified larger set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosh",1,1,1 ], "a blunt weapon, often made of hard rubber; bludgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosh",1,1,2 ], "an attack with such a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosh",1,2,1 ], "to hit with such a weapon, esp| on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosher",1,1,1 ], "to pamper or coddle|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosher",1,2,1 ], "to live or be entertained at the expense of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosignatory",1,1,1 ], "a person, country, etc|, that signs a document jointly with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosignatory",1,2,1 ], "signing jointly with another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosine",1,1,1 ], "(of an angle) a trigonometric function that in a right-angled triangle is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosine",1,1,1 ], "complement" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cosine",1,1,1 ], "ratio of the length of the adjacent side to that of the hypotenuse; the sine of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosine",1,1,2 ], "a function that in a circle centred at the origin of a Cartesian coordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosine",1,1,2 ], "system is the ratio of the abscissa of a point on the circumference to the radius of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosine",1,1,2 ], "the circle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cosmetic surgery",1,1,1 ], "surgery performed to improve the appearance, rather than for medical reasons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmetic",1,1,1 ], "any preparation applied to the body, esp| the face, with the intention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmetic",1,1,1 ], "beautifying it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmetic",1,2,1 ], "serving or designed to beautify the body, esp| the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmetic",1,2,2 ], "having no other function than to beautify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmetician",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes, sells, or applies cosmetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic dust",1,1,1 ], "fine particles of solid matter occurring throughout interstellar space and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic dust",1,1,1 ], "often collecting into clouds of extremely low density" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic rays",1,1,1 ], "radiation consisting of atomic nuclei, esp| protons, of very high energy that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic rays",1,1,1 ], "reach the earth from outer space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the whole universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic",1,1,2 ], "occurring or originating in outer space, esp| as opposed to the vicinity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic",1,1,2 ], "the earth, the solar system, or the local galaxy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic",1,1,3 ], "immeasurably extended in space or time; vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmic",1,1,4 ], "harmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmine",1,1,1 ], "a substance resembling dentine, forming the outer layer of cosmoid scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the world or universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmodrome",1,1,1 ], "a site, esp| one in the Soviet Union, from which spacecraft are launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmogony",1,1,1 ], "system in the universe, such as the solar system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmogony",1,1,1 ], "the study of the origin and development of the universe or of a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmogony",1,1,2 ], "a theory of such an origin or evolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmography",1,1,1 ], "a representation of the world or the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmography",1,1,2 ], "the science dealing with the whole order of nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmoid",1,1,1 ], "(of the scales of coelacanths and lungfish) consisting of two inner bony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmoid",1,1,1 ], "layers and an outer layer of cosmine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmology",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical study of the origin and nature of the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmology",1,1,2 ], "the branch of astronomy concerned with the evolution and structure of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmology",1,1,2 ], "universe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmonaut",1,1,1 ], "a Soviet astronaut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolis",1,1,1 ], "an international city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolitan",1,1,1 ], "a person who has lived and travelled in many countries, esp| one who is free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolitan",1,1,1 ], "of national prejudices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolitan",1,2,1 ], "having interest in or familiar with many parts of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolitan",1,2,2 ], "sophisticated or urbane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolitan",1,2,3 ], "composed of people or elements from all parts of the world or from many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolitan",1,2,3 ], "different spheres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolitan",1,2,4 ], "(of plants or animals) widely distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolite",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for cosmopolitan ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmopolite",1,1,2 ], "an animal or plant that occurs in most parts of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmos",1,1,1 ], "the world or universe considered as an ordered system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmos",1,1,2 ], "any ordered system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmos",1,1,3 ], "harmony; order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmos",1,1,4 ], "any tropical American plant of the genus Cosmos, cultivated as garden plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosmos",1,1,4 ], "for their brightly coloured flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coss",1,1,1 ], "another name for kos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cossack hat",1,1,1 ], "a warm brimless hat of fur or sheepskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosset",1,1,1 ], "to pamper; coddle; pet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosset",1,2,1 ], "any pet animal, esp| a lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cossie",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a swimming costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost accounting",1,1,1 ], "order to facilitate control of separate activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cost accounting",1,1,1 ], "the recording and controlling of all the expenditures of an enterprise in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost benefit analysis",1,1,1 ], "any of several techniques for relating the cost of an enterprise to its social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost benefit analysis",1,1,1 ], "benefits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cost of living",1,1,1,1 ], "life, esp| at a standard of living regarded as basic or minimal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cost of living",1,1,1,1 ], "the basic cost of the food, clothing, shelter, and fuel necessary to maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost of living",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost of living",1,1,2 ], "the average expenditure of a person or family in a given period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 1],"the price paid or required for acquiring, producing, or maintaining something,",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 1],"usually measured in money, time, or energy; expense or expenditure; outlay",2). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the amount paid for a commodity by its seller",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 2],"suffering or sacrifice; loss; penalty",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,opportunity cost",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 4],"the expenses of judicial proceedings",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 5],"at any cost or at all costs| regardless of cost or sacrifice involved",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 1, 6],"at the cost of| at the expense of losing",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to be obtained or obtainable in exchange for (money or something",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 2, 1],"equivalent); be priced at",2). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 2, 2],"to cause or require the expenditure, loss, or sacrifice (of)",1). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 2, 3],"pricing, budgeting, control, etc",2). c_DEF([ "cost" ,1, 2, 3],"to estimate the cost of (a product, process, etc|) for the purposes of",1). c_DEF([ "cost-effective",1,1,1 ], "providing adequate financial return in relation to outlay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost-plus",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of establishing a selling price in which an agreed percentage is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cost-plus",1,1,1,1 ], "added to the cost price to cover profit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cost-plus",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costa",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for rib ,1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costa",1,1,2 ], "a riblike part, such as the midrib of a plant leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costard",1,1,1 ], "an English variety of apple tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costard",1,1,2 ], "the large ribbed apple of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costard",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costate",1,1,1 ], "having ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costate",1,1,2 ], "(of leaves) having veins or ridges, esp| parallel ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costermonger",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells fruit, vegetables, etc|, from a barrow|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costive",1,1,1 ], "having constipation; constipated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costive",1,1,2 ], "sluggish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costive",1,1,3 ], "niggardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costly",1,1,2 ], "of great price or value; expensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costly",1,1,3 ], "entailing great loss or sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costly",1,1,4 ], "splendid; lavish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costmary",1,1,1 ], "a herbaceous plant, Chrysanthemum balsamita, native to Asia| Its fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costmary",1,1,1 ], "leaves were used as a seasoning and to flavour ale: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "costotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into a rib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costrel",1,1,1 ], "a flask, usually of earthenware or leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume jewellery",1,1,1 ], "jewellery that is decorative but has little intrinsic value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume piece",1,1,1 ], "any theatrical production, film, television presentation, etc|, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume piece",1,1,1 ], "performers wear the costumes of a former age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,1,1 ], "a complete style of dressing, including all the clothes, accessories, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,1,1 ], "worn at one time, as in a particular country or period; dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,1,2 ], "a woman's suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,1,3 ], "a set of clothes, esp| unusual or period clothes, worn in a play by an actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,1,3 ], "or at a fancy dress ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,1,4 ], "short for swimming costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,2,1 ], "to furnish the costumes for (a show, film, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costume",1,2,2 ], "to dress (someone) in a costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "costumier",1,1,1 ], "a person or firm that makes or supplies theatrical or fancy costumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosy along",1,1,1 ], "to reassure (someone), esp| with false assurances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosy",1,1,1 ], "warm and snug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosy",1,1,2 ], "intimate; friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosy",1,1,3 ], "convenient, esp| for devious purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cosy",1,2,1 ], "a cover for keeping things warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot case",1,1,1 ], "a person who is incapacitated by drink|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot death",1,1,1 ], "the unexplained sudden death of an infant during sleep",1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",1,1,1 ], "a child's boxlike bed, usually incorporating vertical bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",1,1,2 ], "a collapsible or portable bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",1,1,3 ], "a light bedstead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",1,1,4 ], "a hammock-like bed with a stiff frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",2,1,1 ], "a small cottage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",2,1,1,1 ], "a small shelter, esp| one for pigeons, sheep, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",2,1,1,2 ], "dovecot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",2,1,2 ], "another name for fingerstall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cot",3,1,1 ], "cotangent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotan",1,1,1 ], "cotangent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotangent",1,1,1 ], "(of an angle) a trigonometric function that in a right-angled triangle is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotangent",1,1,1 ], "of tangent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cotangent",1,1,1 ], "ratio of the length of the adjacent side to that of the opposite side the reciprocal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cote",1,1,1,1 ], "a small shelter for pigeons, sheep, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cote",1,1,1,2 ], "dovecote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cote",1,1,2 ], "a small cottage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cote",2,1,1 ], "to pass by, outstrip, or surpass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotemporary",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of contemporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotenant",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds property jointly or in common with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coterie",1,1,1 ], "a small exclusive group of friends or people with common interests; clique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coterminous",1,1,1 ], "having a common boundary; bordering; contiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coterminous",1,1,2 ], "coextensive or coincident in range, time, scope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coth",1,1,1 ], "being the reciprocal of tanh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coth",1,1,1 ], "hyperbolic cotangent a hyperbolic function that is the ratio of cosh to sinh," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotidal",1,1,1 ], "(of a line on a tidal chart) joining points at which high tide occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotidal",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotillion",1,1,1 ], "a French formation dance of the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotillion",1,1,2 ], "a quadrille" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotillion",1,1,3 ], "a complicated dance with frequent changes of partners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotinga",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American passerine bird of the family Cotingidae, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotinga",1,1,1 ], "umbrella bird and the cock-of-the-rock, having a broad slightly hooked bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotoneaster",1,1,1 ], "any Old World shrub of the rosaceous genus Cotoneaster: cultivated for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotoneaster",1,1,1 ], "small ornamental white or pinkish flowers and red or black berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotquean",1,1,1 ], "a coarse woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotquean",1,1,2 ], "a man who does housework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotta",1,1,1 ], "a short form of surplice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage cheese",1,1,1 ], "a mild loose soft white cheese made from skimmed milk curds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage hospital",1,1,1 ], "a small, rural hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage industry",1,1,1 ], "an industry in which employees work in their own homes, often using their own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage industry",1,1,1 ], "equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottage loaf",1,1,1 ], "a loaf consisting of two round pieces, the smaller of which sits on top of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage loaf",1,1,1 ], "larger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottage piano",1,1,1 ], "a small upright piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage pie",1,1,1 ], "another term for shepherd's pie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage",1,1,1 ], "a small simple house, esp| in a rural area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage",1,1,2 ], "groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottage",1,1,2 ], "one of several housing units, as at a hospital, for accommodating people in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottage",1,1,3 ], "a public lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottager",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in a cottage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottager",1,1,2 ], "a rural labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottager",1,1,3 ], "a person holidaying in a cottage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottager",1,1,4 ], "another name for cotter'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter pin",1,1,1 ], "a split pin secured, after passing through holes in the parts to be attached," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter pin",1,1,1 ], "by spreading the ends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotter pin",1,1,2 ], "a tapered pin threaded at the smaller end and secured by a nut after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter pin",1,1,2 ], "insertion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",1,1,1 ], "any part, such as a pin, wedge, key, etc|, that is used to secure two other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",1,1,1 ], "parts so that relative motion between them is prevented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",1,1,2 ], "short for cotter pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",1,2,1 ], "to secure (two parts) with a cotter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",2,1,1 ], "a villein in late Anglo-Saxon and early Norman times occupying a cottage and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",2,1,1 ], "land in return for labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",2,1,2 ], "a peasant occupying a cottage and land in the Scottish Highlands under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotter",2,1,2 ], "same tenure as an Irish cottier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottier",1,1,1 ], "another name for cotter'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottier",1,1,2 ], "(in Ireland) a peasant farming a smallholding under cottier tenure (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottier",1,1,2 ], "holding of not more than half an acre at a rent of not more than five pounds a year)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottier",1,1,3 ], "another name for cottager ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton belt",1,1,1 ], "a belt of land in the southeastern U|S| that specializes in the production of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton belt",1,1,1 ], "cotton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton bush",1,1,1 ], "any of various downy chenopodiaceous shrubs, esp| Kochia aphylla, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton bush",1,1,1 ], "used to feed livestock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton cake",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton cake",1,1,1 ], "cottonseed meal compressed into nuts or cubes of various sizes for feeding to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton candy",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for candy floss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton flannel",1,1,1 ], "a plain-weave or twill-weave fabric with nap on one side only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various N temperate and arctic grasslike bog plants of the cyperaceous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton grass",1,1,1 ], "genus Eriophorum, whose dense spikes of flowers resemble cotton tufts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton on",1,1,1 ], "to perceive the meaning (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton on",1,1,2 ], "to make use (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton picker",1,1,1 ], "a machine for harvesting cotton fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton picker",1,1,2 ], "a person who picks ripe cotton fibre from the plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton stainer",1,1,1 ], "any of various heteropterous insects of the genus Dysdercus: serious pests of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton stainer",1,1,1 ], "cotton, piercing and staining the cotton bolls: family Pyrrhocoridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton to",1,1,1 ], "to become friendly (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton to",1,1,2 ], "to approve (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton waste",1,1,1 ], "refuse cotton yarn, esp| when used as a cleaning material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton wool",1,1,1 ], "bleached and sterilized cotton from which the gross impurities, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton wool",1,1,1 ], "etc|Usual U|S| term: absorbent cotton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cotton wool",1,1,1 ], "seeds and waxy matter, have been removed: used for surgical dressings, tampons," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton wool",1,1,2 ], "cotton in the natural state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton wool",1,1,2,1 ], "a state of pampered comfort and protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton wool",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,1 ], "any of various herbaceous plants and shrubs of the malvaceous genus Gossypium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,1 ], "seeds and the oil within the seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,1 ], "such as sea-island cotton, cultivated in warm climates for the fibre surrounding the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,2 ], "the soft white downy fibre of these plants: used to manufacture textiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,3 ], "cotton plants collectively, as a cultivated crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,3,1 ], "a cloth or thread made from cotton fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,4 ], "any substance, such as kapok (silk cotton), resembling cotton but obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotton",1,1,4 ], "from other plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotton-picking" ,1, 1, 1],"(intensifier qualifying something undesirable)",1). c_DEF([ "cottonade",1,1,1 ], "a coarse fabric of cotton or mixed fibres, used for work clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottonmouth",1,1,1 ], "another name for the water moccasin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottonseed meal",1,1,1 ], "fodder or fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottonseed meal",1,1,1 ], "the residue of cottonseed kernels from which oil has been extracted, used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottonseed oil",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish or dark red oil with a nutlike smell, extracted or expelled from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottonseed oil",1,1,1 ], "cottonseed, used in cooking and in the manufacture of paints, soaps, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottonseed",1,1,1 ], "the seed of the cotton plant: a source of oil and fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottontail",1,1,1 ], "any of several common rabbits of the genus Sylvilagus, such as S| floridanus ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottontail",1,1,1 ], "of American woodlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottonweed",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cottonweed",1,1,1 ], "a downy perennial plant, Otanthus maritimus, of European coastal regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottonweed",1,1,1 ], "having small yellow flowers surrounded by large hairy bracts: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottonweed",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottonwood",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American poplars, esp| Populus deltoides, whose seeds are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottonwood",1,1,1 ], "covered with cottony hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cottony-cushion scale",1,1,1 ], "a small scale insect, Icerya purchasi, that is a serious pest of citrus trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cottony-cushion scale",1,1,1 ], "cardinalis, into affected areas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cottony-cushion scale",1,1,1 ], "in California: it is controlled by introducing an Australian ladybird, Rodolia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotyledon",1,1,1 ], "a simple embryonic leaf in seed-bearing plants, which, in some species, forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotyledon",1,1,1 ], "the first green leaf after germination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cotyledon",1,1,2 ], "a tuft of villi on the mammalian placenta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotyloid",1,1,1,1 ], "shaped like a cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotyloid",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the acetabulum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cotyloid",1,2,1 ], "a small bone forming part of the acetabular cavity in some mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cou-cou",1,1,1 ], "a preparation of boiled corn meal and okras stirred to a stiff consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cou-cou",1,1,1 ], "with a cou-cou stick: eaten in the West Indies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coucal",1,1,1 ], "Australia, having long strong legs: family Cuculidae (cuckoos)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coucal",1,1,1 ], "any ground-living bird of the genus Centropus, of Africa, S Asia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch grass",1,1,1 ], "a grass, Agropyron repens, with a yellowish-white creeping underground stem by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch grass",1,1,1 ], "called: scutch grass, twitch grass, quitch grass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "couch grass",1,1,1 ], "which it spreads quickly: a troublesome weed| Sometimes shortened to couch|Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,1 ], "a piece of upholstered furniture, usually having a back and armrests, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,1 ], "seating more than one person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,2 ], "a bed, esp| one used in the daytime by the patients of a doctor or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,2 ], "psychoanalyst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,3 ], "a frame upon which barley is malted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,4 ], "a priming layer of paint or varnish, esp| in a painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,4,1 ], "a board on which sheets of handmade paper are dried by pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,4,2 ], "a felt blanket onto which sheets of partly dried paper are transferred for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,4,2 ], "further drying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,4,3 ], "a roll on a papermaking machine from which the wet web of paper on the wire is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,4,3 ], "transferred to the next section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,1,5 ], "the lair of a wild animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,10,1 ], "to lower (a lance) into a horizontal position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,2,1 ], "to express in a particular style of language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, usually reflexive or passive) to lie down or cause to lie down for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,2,2 ], "or as for sleep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,3,1 ], "to crouch or kneel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,4,1 ], "to lie in ambush; lurk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,5,1 ], "to spread barley on a frame for malting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,6,1 ], "(of decomposing leaves) to lie in a heap or bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,7,1 ], "to embroider or depict by couching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,8,1 ], "to lift sheets of handmade paper onto the board on which they will be dried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couch",1,9,1 ], "to remove (a cataract) by downward displacement of the lens of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couchant",1,1,1 ], "in a lying position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couchette",1,1,1 ], "a bed or berth in a railway carriage, esp| one converted from seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couching",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of embroidery in which the thread is caught down at intervals by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couching",1,1,1,1 ], "another thread passed through the material from beneath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couching",1,1,1,2 ], "a pattern or work done by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coud",1,1,1 ], "(of a reflecting telescope) having plane mirrors positioned to reflect light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coud",1,1,1 ], "from the primary mirror along the axis onto a photographic plate or spectroscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cougar",1,1,1 ], "another name for puma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough drop",1,1,1 ], "a lozenge to relieve a cough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough mixture",1,1,1 ], "any medicine that relieves coughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough up",1,1,1 ], "to surrender (money, information, etc|), esp| reluctantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough up",1,2,1 ], "to bring into the mouth or eject (phlegm, food, etc|) by coughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough",1,1,1 ], "chords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cough",1,1,1 ], "to expel air abruptly and explosively through the partially closed vocal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough",1,2,1 ], "to make a sound similar to this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough",1,3,1 ], "to utter or express with a cough or coughs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cough",1,4,1 ], "an act, instance, or sound of coughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "could",1,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "could",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "could",1,1,2 ], "to make the past tense of can'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "could",1,1,3 ], "conditional sentences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "could",1,1,3 ], "to make the subjunctive mood of can'1, esp| used in polite requests or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "could",1,1,4 ], "to indicate suggestion of a course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "could",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by well) to indicate a possibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couldn't",1,1,1 ], "a contraction of could not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couldst",1,1,1 ], "the form of could used with the pronoun thou or its relative form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulee",1,1,1,1 ], "a flow of molten lava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulee",1,1,1,2 ], "such lava when solidified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulee",1,1,2 ], "a steep-sided ravine formed by heavy rain or melting snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulee",1,1,3 ], "a small intermittent stream in such a ravine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulibiaca",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of koulibiaca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulisse",1,1,1 ], "a timber member grooved to take a sliding panel, such as a sluicegate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulisse",1,1,1 ], "portcullis, or stage flat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coulisse",1,1,1,1 ], "a flat piece of scenery situated in the wings of a theatre; wing flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulisse",1,1,1,2 ], "a space between wing flats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulisse",1,1,2 ], "part of the Paris Bourse where unofficial securities are traded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couloir",1,1,1 ], "a deep gulley on a mountain side, esp| in the French Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulomb",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of electric charge; the quantity of electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulomb",1,1,1 ], "transported in one second by a current of 1 ampere| Symbol: C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coulometer",1,1,1 ], "an electrolytic cell for measuring the magnitude of an electric charge by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulometer",1,1,1 ], "determining the total amount of decomposition resulting from the passage of the charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coulometer",1,1,1 ], "through the cell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coulter",1,1,1 ], "a blade or sharp-edged disc attached to a plough so that it cuts through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coulter",1,1,1 ], "soil vertically in advance of the ploughshare| Also (esp| U|S|): colter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coumarin",1,1,1 ], "a white vanilla-scented crystalline ester, used in perfumes and flavourings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coumarin",1,1,1 ], "and as an anticoagulant| Formula: C9H6O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coumarone",1,1,1 ], "another name for benzofuran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council of war",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of military leaders in wartime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council of war",1,1,2 ], "an emergency meeting to formulate a plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council school",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) any school maintained by the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of people meeting for discussion, consultation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,2 ], "a body of people elected or appointed to serve in an administrative," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,2 ], "legislative, or advisory capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,3 ], "the local governing authority of a town, county, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,4 ], "a meeting or the deliberation of a council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, provided for, or used by a local council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,6 ], "provided by a local council, esp| (of housing) at a subsidized rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,7 ], "an assembly of bishops, theologians, and other representatives of several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council",1,1,7 ], "churches or dioceses, convened for regulating matters of doctrine or discipline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "council-manager plan",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a system of local government with an elected legislative council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "council-manager plan",1,1,1 ], "and an appointed administrative manager" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "councillor",1,1,1 ], "a member of a council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "councilman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a council, esp| of a town or city; councillor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "councilor",1,1,1 ], "a variant U|S| spelling of councillor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "councilor",1,1,2 ], "an archaic spelling of counselor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,1 ], "advice or guidance on conduct, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,2 ], "discussion, esp| on future procedure; consultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,3 ], "a person whose advice or guidance is or has been sought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,4 ], "a barrister or group of barristers engaged in conducting cases in court and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,4 ], "advising on legal matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,5 ], "a policy or plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,6 ], "any of the ,counsels of perfection or ,evangelical counsels, namely poverty," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,6 ], "chastity, and obedience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,7 ], "counsel of perfection| excellent but unrealizable advice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,8 ], "private opinions or plans (esp| in the phrase keep one's own counsel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,1,9 ], "wisdom; prudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to give advice or guidance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,2,2 ], "(tr|; often takes a clause as object) to recommend the acceptance of (a plan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,2,2 ], "idea, etc|); urge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counsel",1,2,4 ], "to take counsel; consult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsellor",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives counsel; adviser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsellor",1,1,2 ], "a lawyer, esp| one who conducts cases in court; attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsellor",1,1,3 ], "a senior British diplomatic officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsellor",1,1,4 ], "a U|S| diplomatic officer ranking just below an ambassador or minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsellor",1,1,5 ], "a person who advises students or others on personal problems or academic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counsellor",1,1,5 ], "occupational choice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "count against",1,1,1 ], "to have influence to the disadvantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count noun",1,1,1 ], "a noun that refers to an object that can exist in the plural without change of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count noun",1,1,1 ], "meaning| Count nouns, such as telephone, peach, or cup, can be preceded by a, an, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "count noun",1,1,1 ], "the, as opposed to mass nouns, such as water, which cannot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "count on",1,1,1 ], "to rely or depend on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count out",1,1,1 ], "to leave out; exclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count out",1,1,2 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "count out",1,1,2 ], "to judge (a floored boxer) to have failed to recover within the specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count out",1,1,3 ], "to count (something) aloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count palatine",1,1,1 ], "(in the Holy Roman Empire)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count palatine",1,1,1,1 ], "originally an official who administered the king's domains or his justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count palatine",1,1,1,2 ], "later, a count who exercised royal authority in his own domains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count palatine",1,1,2 ], "(in England and Ireland) an earl or other lord of a county palatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count palatine",1,1,3 ], "(in the late Roman Empire) a palace official who exercised judicial authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,1,1 ], "enumerate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,1,1 ], "to add up or check (each unit in a collection) in order to ascertain the sum;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,2,1 ], "to recite numbers in ascending order up to and including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,3,1 ], "to take into account or include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,3,2 ], "not counting| excluding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,4,1 ], "to believe to be; consider; think; deem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,5,1 ], "to recite or list numbers in ascending order either in units or groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,6,1 ], "to have value, importance, or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,7,1 ], "to have a certain specified value or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,8,1 ], "to keep time by counting beats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,1 ], "the act of counting or reckoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,2 ], "the number reached by counting; sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,3 ], "a paragraph in an indictment containing a distinct and separate charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,4 ], "keep count| to keep a record of items, events, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,5 ], "lose count| to fail to keep an accurate record of items, events, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,6 ], "been knocked down or a wrestler pinned by his opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,6 ], "the act of telling off a number of seconds by the referee, as when a boxer has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,7 ], "out for the count| Boxing| knocked out and unable to continue after a count of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,7 ], "ten by the referee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,8 ], "take the count| Boxing| to be unable to continue after a count of ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",1,9,9 ], "notice; regard; account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",2,1,1 ], "a nobleman in any of various European countries having a rank corresponding to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",2,1,1 ], "that of a British earl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "count",2,1,2 ], "any of various officials in the late Roman Empire and under various Germanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "count",2,1,2 ], "kings in the early Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countdown" ,1, 1, 1],"the act of counting backwards to time a critical operation exactly, such as",1). c_DEF([ "countdown" ,1, 1, 1],"the launching of a rocket or the detonation of explosives",2). c_DEF([ "countdown" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|, adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "countdown" ,1, 2, 2],"operation",2). c_DEF([ "countdown" ,1, 2, 2],"to count numbers backwards towards zero, esp| in timing such a critical",1). c_DEF([ "countenance",1,1,1 ], "the face, esp| when considered as expressing a person's character or mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countenance",1,1,2 ], "support or encouragement; sanction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countenance",1,1,3 ], "composure; self-control (esp| in the phrases keep or lose one's countenance;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countenance",1,1,3 ], "out of countenance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countenance",1,2,1 ], "to support or encourage; sanction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countenance",1,2,2 ], "to tolerate; endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter jumper",1,1,1 ], "a sales assistant in a shop|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal surface, as in a shop or bank, over which business is transacted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,2 ], "(in some cafeterias) a long table on which food is served to customers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,2,1 ], "a small flat disc of wood, metal, or plastic, used in various board games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,2,2 ], "a similar disc or token used as an imitation coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that may be used or manipulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,4 ], "a skating figure consisting of three circles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,5 ], "under the counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,6 ], "(under-the-counter when prenominal)(of the sale of goods, esp| goods in short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,6 ], "supply) clandestine, surreptitious, or illegal; not in an open manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,7 ], "over the counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,8 ], "(over-the-counter when prenominal)(of security transactions) through a broker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",1,1,8 ], "rather than on a stock exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counter",2,1,1 ], "a person who counts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",2,1,2 ], "an apparatus that records the number of occurrences of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",2,1,3 ], "any instrument for detecting or counting ionizing particles or photons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",2,1,4 ], "another name for scaler ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,1,1 ], "in a contrary direction or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,1,2 ], "in a wrong or reverse direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,1,3 ], "run counter to| to have a contrary effect or action to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,2,1 ], "opposing; opposite; contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,1 ], "something that is contrary or opposite to some other thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,2 ], "an act, effect, or force that opposes another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,3 ], "a return attack, such as a blow in boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,4 ], "a parry in which the foils move in a circular fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,5 ], "rudder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,5 ], "the portion of the stern of a boat or ship that overhangs the water aft of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,6 ], "o, and therefore does not print" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,6 ], "the inside area of a typeface that is not type high, such as the centre of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,7 ], "the part of a horse's breast under the neck and between the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,3,8 ], "a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,4,1 ], "to say or do (something) in retaliation or response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,5,1 ], "thing)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,5,1 ], "to move, act, or perform in a manner or direction opposite to (a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter",3,5,2 ], "to return the attack of (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter-",1,1,1 ], "against; opposite; contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter-",1,1,2 ], "complementary; corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter-",1,1,3 ], "duplicate or substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter-revolution",1,1,1 ], "a revolution opposed to a previous revolution and aimed at reversing its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter-revolution",1,1,1 ], "effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counter-revolutionary",1,1,1 ], "a person opposed to revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter-revolutionary",1,1,2 ], "a person who opposes a specific revolution or revolutionary government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counter-revolutionary",1,2,1 ], "characterized by opposition to a revolution or revolutions in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counteract",1,1,1 ], "to oppose, neutralize, or mitigate the effects of by contrary action check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterattack",1,1,1 ], "an attack in response to an attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterattack",1,2,1 ], "to make a counterattack (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterattraction",1,1,1 ], "a rival attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterbalance",1,1,1 ], "a weight or force that balances or offsets another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterbalance",1,3,1 ], "to act as a counterbalance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterblast",1,1,1 ], "an aggressive response to a verbal attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterblast",1,1,2 ], "a blast that counteracts another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterchange",1,1,1 ], "to change parts, qualities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterchange",1,1,2 ], "to chequer, as with contrasting colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercharge",1,1,1 ], "a charge brought by an accused person against the accuser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercharge",1,1,2 ], "a retaliatory charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercharge",1,2,1 ], "to make a countercharge against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercheck",1,1,1 ], "a check or restraint, esp| one that acts in opposition to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercheck",1,1,2 ], "a restraint that reinforces another restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercheck",1,1,3 ], "a double check, as for accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercheck",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to oppose by counteraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercheck",1,2,2 ], "to control or restrain by a second check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countercheck",1,2,3 ], "to double-check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterclaim",1,1,1 ], "a claim set up in opposition to another, esp| by the defendant in a civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterclaim",1,1,1 ], "action against the plaintiff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterclaim",1,2,1 ], "to set up (a claim) in opposition to another claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterclockwise",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| equivalent of anticlockwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterculture",1,1,1 ], "an alternative culture, deliberately at variance with the social norm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterespionage",1,1,1 ], "activities designed to detect and counteract enemy espionage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfactual",1,1,1 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterfactual",1,1,1 ], "expressing what has not happened but could, would, or might under differing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfactual",1,2,1 ], "a conditional statement in which the first clause is a past tense subjunctive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfactual",1,2,1 ], "statement expressing something contrary to fact, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,1,1 ], "forged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,1,1 ], "made in imitation of something genuine with the intent to deceive or defraud;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,1,2 ], "simulated; sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,2,1 ], "an imitation designed to deceive or defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,2,2 ], "an imposter; cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,2,3 ], "a portrait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,3,1 ], "to make a fraudulent imitation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,4,1 ], "to make counterfeits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,4,2 ], "to feign; simulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfeit",1,4,3 ], "to imitate; copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterfoil",1,1,1 ], "record of the transaction",2 ). c_DEF([ "counterfoil",1,1,1 ], "the part of a cheque, postal order, receipt, etc|, detached and retained as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterglow",1,1,1 ], "another name for gegenschein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterinsurgency",1,1,1 ], "action taken to counter the activities of rebels, guerrillas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterintelligence",1,1,1 ], "activities designed to frustrate enemy espionage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterirritant",1,1,1 ], "an agent that causes a superficial irritation of the skin and thereby relieves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterirritant",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of deep structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterirritant",1,2,1 ], "producing a counterirritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermand",1,2,1 ], "to revoke or cancel (a command, order, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermand",1,2,2 ], "to order (forces, etc|) to return or retreat; recall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermand",1,3,1 ], "a command revoking another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermarch",1,1,1,1 ], "to march or cause to march back along the same route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermarch",1,1,1,2 ], "to change the order of soldiers during a march" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermarch",1,2,1 ], "the act or instance of countermarching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermarch",1,2,2 ], "a reversal of method, conduct, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermeasure",1,1,1 ], "action taken to oppose, neutralize, or retaliate against some other action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermine",1,1,1 ], "a tunnel dug to defeat similar activities by an enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermine",1,1,2 ], "a plot to frustrate another plot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermine",1,2,1 ], "to frustrate by countermeasures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermine",1,2,2 ], "to take measures to defeat the underground operations of (an enemy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermine",1,2,3 ], "to destroy enemy mines in (an area) with mines of one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermove",1,1,1 ], "an opposing move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countermove",1,2,1 ], "to make or do (something) as an opposing move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counteroffensive",1,1,1 ], "a series of attacks by a defending force against an attacking enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpane",1,1,1 ], "another word for bedspread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpart",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing identical to or closely resembling another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpart",1,1,2 ], "one of two parts that complement or correspond to each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpart",1,1,3 ], "a person acting opposite another in a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpart",1,1,4 ], "a duplicate, esp| of a legal document; copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterplot" ,1, 1, 1],"a plot designed to frustrate another plot",1). c_DEF([ "counterplot" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to oppose with a counterplot",1). c_DEF([ "counterplot" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to devise or carry out a counterplot",1). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,1 ], "melodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,1 ], "the technique involving the simultaneous sounding of two or more parts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,2 ], "a melody or part combined with another melody or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,3 ], "melodies or parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,3 ], "the musical texture resulting from the simultaneous sounding of two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,4 ], "academic exercise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,4 ], "strict counterpoint| the application of the rules of counterpoint as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,5 ], "a contrasting or interacting element, theme, or item; foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,1,6 ], "the use of a stress or stresses at variance with the regular metrical stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoint",1,2,1 ], "to set in contrast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,1,1 ], "a force, influence, etc|, that counterbalances another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,1,2 ], "a state of balance; equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,1,3 ], "a weight that balances another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,1,4 ], "a radial array of metallic wires, rods, or tubes arranged horizontally around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,1,4 ], "the base of a vertical aerial to increase its transmitting efficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,2,1 ], "to oppose with something of equal effect, weight, or force; offset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,2,2 ], "to bring into equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpoise",1,2,3 ], "to consider (one thing) carefully in relation to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterproductive",1,1,1 ], "tending to hinder or act against the achievement of an aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterproof",1,1,1 ], "a reverse impression of a newly printed proof of an engraving made by laying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterproof",1,1,1 ], "it while wet upon plain paper and passing it through the press" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterproposal",1,1,1 ], "a proposal offered as an alternative to a previous proposal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpunch",1,1,1 ], "to punch an attacking opponent; return an attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterpunch",1,2,1 ], "a return punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterscarp",1,1,1 ], "the outer side of the ditch of a fort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countershading",1,1,1 ], "(in the coloration of certain animals) a pattern, serving as camouflage, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countershading",1,1,1 ], "on parts in the shade" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "countershading",1,1,1 ], "which dark colours occur on parts of the body exposed to the light and pale colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countershaft",1,1,1 ], "an intermediate shaft that is driven by, but rotates in the opposite direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countershaft",1,1,1 ], "to, a main shaft, esp| in a gear train" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countersign",1,2,1 ], "to sign (a document already signed by another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersign",1,3,1 ], "the signature so written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersign",1,3,2 ], "a secret sign given in response to another sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersign",1,3,3 ], "a password" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersink",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to enlarge the upper part of (a hole) in timber, metal, etc|, so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersink",1,1,1 ], "the head of a bolt or screw can be sunk below the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countersink",1,1,2 ], "to drive (a screw) or sink (a bolt) into such an enlarged hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersink",1,2,1 ], "a tool for countersinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersink",1,2,2 ], "a countersunk depression or hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterspy",1,1,1 ], "a spy working against or investigating enemy espionage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersubject",1,1,1 ], "(in a fugue) the theme in one voice that accompanies the statement of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countersubject",1,1,1 ], "subject in another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countertenor",1,1,1 ], "an adult male voice with an alto range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countertenor",1,1,2 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countertype",1,1,1 ], "an opposite type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countertype",1,1,2 ], "a corresponding type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countervail",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by against) to act or act against with equal power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countervail",1,1,1 ], "or force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countervail",1,2,1 ], "to make up for; compensate; offset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterweigh",1,1,1 ], "another word for counterbalance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterweight",1,1,1 ], "a counterbalancing weight, influence, or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterword",1,1,1 ], "a word widely used in a sense much looser than its original meaning, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterword",1,1,1 ], "tremendous or awful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "counterwork",1,1,1 ], "work done in opposition to other work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counterwork",1,1,2 ], "defensive fortifications put up against attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countess",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a count or earl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countess",1,1,2 ], "a woman of the rank of count or earl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "counting house",1,1,1 ], "a room or building used by the accountants of a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countless",1,1,1 ], "innumerable; myriad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countrified",1,1,1 ], "in the style, manners, etc|, of the country; rural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country club",1,1,1 ], "a club in the country, having sporting and social facilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country cousin",1,1,1 ], "amusement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "country cousin",1,1,1 ], "an unsophisticated person from the country, esp| one regarded as an object of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country dance",1,1,1 ], "a type of folk dance in which couples are arranged in sets and perform a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country dance",1,1,1 ], "series of movements, esp| facing one another in a line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "country gentleman",1,1,1 ], "a rich man with an estate in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country rock",1,1,1 ], "the rock surrounding a mineral vein or igneous intrusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country rock",2,1,1 ], "a style of rock music influenced by country-and-western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country seat",1,1,1 ], "a large estate or property in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,1 ], "a territory distinguished by its people, culture, language, geography, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,10 ], "election" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,10 ], "go or appeal to the country| Chiefly Brit| to dissolve Parliament and hold an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,11 ], "unknown country| an unfamiliar topic, place, matter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,2 ], "an area of land distinguished by its political autonomy; state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,3 ], "the people of a territory or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,3,1 ], "districts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,3,1 ], "the part of the land that is away from cities or industrial areas; rural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,3,3 ], "a countryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,4 ], "up country| away from the coast or the capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,5 ], "one's native land or nation of citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,6 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,7 ], "racecourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,7 ], "the outlying area or area furthest from the finish of a sports ground or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,8 ], "rough; uncouth; rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country",1,1,9 ], "across country| not keeping to roads, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country-and-western",1,1,1,1 ], "a type of urban 20th-century White folk music of the southeastern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "country-and-western",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countryman",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countryman",1,1,2 ], "a person from a particular country or from one's own country (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "countryman",1,1,2 ], "phrase fellow countryman)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "countryside",1,1,1 ], "a rural area or its population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county borough",1,1,1 ], "(in England and Wales from 1888 to 1974) a borough administered independently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county borough",1,1,1 ], "of the county around it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "county borough",1,1,2 ], "(in the Republic of Ireland) any of the four largest boroughs, governed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county borough",1,1,2 ], "an all-purpose authority" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "county borough",1,1,2 ], "independently of the administrative county around it by an elected council that constitutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "county court",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a local court exercising limited jurisdiction in civil matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county palatine",1,1,1 ], "the lands of a count palatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county palatine",1,1,2 ], "(in England and Ireland) a county in which the earl exercised many royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county palatine",1,1,2 ], "powers, esp| judicial authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "county seat",1,1,1 ], "another term for county town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county town",1,1,1 ], "the town in which a county's affairs are administered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the administrative subdivisions of certain states, esp| any of the 52" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county",1,1,1,1 ], "divided for purposes of local government since April 1, 1974" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "county",1,1,1,1 ], "units into which England and Wales, except for seven major conurbations, have been" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "county",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county",1,1,2 ], "the lands under the jurisdiction of a count or earl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "county",1,2,1 ], "estates, esp| an upper-class accent and an interest in horses, dogs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "county",1,2,1 ], "having the characteristics and habits of the inhabitants of country houses and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup d'oeil",1,1,1 ], "a quick glance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup d'tat",1,1,1 ], "a sudden violent or illegal seizure of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup de foudre",1,1,1 ], "a sudden and amazing action or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup de gr",1,1,1 ], "a mortal or finishing blow, esp| one delivered as an act of mercy to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup de gr",1,1,1 ], "sufferer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coup de gr",1,1,2 ], "a final or decisive stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup de main",1,1,1 ], "an attack that achieves complete surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup de thatre",1,1,1 ], "a dramatic turn of events, esp| in a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup de thatre",1,1,2 ], "a sensational device of stagecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup de thatre",1,1,3 ], "a stage success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup",1,1,1 ], "a brilliant and successful stroke or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup",1,1,1 ], "a four-seater car with a fixed roof, a sloping back, and usually two doors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup",1,1,2 ], "a four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with two seats inside and one outside for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup",1,1,2 ], "short for coup d'etat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup",1,1,2 ], "the driver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coup",1,1,3 ], "an end compartment in a European railway carriage with seats on one side only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup",2,1,1 ], "to turn or fall over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coup",3,1,1 ], "to barter; traffic; deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupe",1,1,1 ], "a dessert of fruit and ice cream, usually served in a glass goblet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupe",1,1,2 ], "a dish or stemmed glass bowl designed for this dessert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,1 ], "two people who regularly associate with each other or live together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,2 ], "two people considered as a pair, for or as if for dancing, games, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,2,1 ], "a pair of collars joined by a leash, used to attach hounds to one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,2,2 ], "two hounds joined in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,2,3 ], "the unit of reckoning for hounds in a pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,3 ], "a pair of equal and opposite parallel forces that have a tendency to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,3 ], "perpendicular distance between them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,3 ], "rotation with a turning moment equal to the product of either force and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,3,1 ], "two dissimilar metals, alloys, or semiconductors in electrical contact, across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,3,1 ], "which a voltage develops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,3,2 ], "galvanic couple| two dissimilar metals or alloys in electrical contact that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,3,2 ], "when immersed in an electrolyte act as the electrodes of an electrolytic cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,4 ], "a connector or link between two members, such as a tie connecting a pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,4 ], "rafters in a roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,5 ], "a couple of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,5,1 ], "a combination of two; a pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,1,5,2 ], "Informal| a small number of; a few" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,2,1 ], "(usually preceded by a; functioning as sing| or pl|) two; a pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,3,1 ], "to connect (two things) together or to connect (one thing) to (another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,4,1 ], "to do (two things) simultaneously or alternately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,4,2 ], "to form or be formed into a pair or pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,4,3 ], "to associate, put, or connect together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,4,4 ], "to link (two circuits) by electromagnetic induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,5,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,5,2 ], "to join or be joined in marriage; marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couple",1,6,1 ], "to attach (two hounds to each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupler",1,1,1 ], "a link or rod transmitting power between two rotating mechanisms or a rotating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupler",1,1,1 ], "part and a reciprocating part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupler",1,1,2 ], "a device on an organ or harpsichord connecting two keys, two manuals, etc|, so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupler",1,1,2 ], "that both may be played at once" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupler",1,1,3 ], "a device, such as a transformer, used to couple two or more electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupler",1,1,3 ], "circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupler",1,1,4 ], "a U|S| word for coupling ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couplet",1,1,1 ], "two successive lines of verse, usually rhymed and of the same metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical device that connects two things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,2 ], "a device for connecting railway cars or trucks together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,3 ], "forequarters and the hindquarters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,3 ], "the part of the body of a horse, dog, or other quadruped that lies between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,4 ], "capacitor or inductor common to both circuits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,4 ], "the act or process of linking two or more circuits so that power can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,4 ], "transferred between them usually by mutual induction, as in a transformer, or by means of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,5 ], "an interaction between different properties of a system, such as a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupling",1,1,5 ], "atoms or nuclei, or between two or more systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,1,1 ], "a detachable part of a ticket or advertisement entitling the holder to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,1,1 ], "discount, free gift, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,1,2 ], "a detachable slip usable as a commercial order form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,1,3 ], "a voucher given away with certain goods, a certain number of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,1,3 ], "exchangeable for goods offered by the manufacturers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,2 ], "bond, the surrender of which entitles the bearer to receive interest payments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,2 ], "one of a number of detachable certificates attached to a bond, esp| a bearer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,3 ], "one of several detachable cards used for making hire-purchase payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,4 ], "a ticket issued to facilitate rationing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coupon",1,1,5 ], "a detachable entry form for any of certain competitions, esp| football pools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courage",1,1,1 ], "the power or quality of dealing with or facing danger, fear, pain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courage",1,1,2 ], "one's beliefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "courage",1,1,2 ], "the courage of one's convictions| the confidence to act in accordance with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courage",1,1,3 ], "take one's courage in both hands| to nerve oneself to perform an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courage",1,1,4 ], "mind; disposition; spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courageous",1,1,1 ], "possessing or expressing courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courante",1,1,1 ], "a movement of a classical suite, either in simple triple time or exhibiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courante",1,1,1 ], "rhythmical ambiguity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "courante",1,1,2 ], "an old dance in triple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coureur de bois",1,1,1 ], "a French Canadian woodsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courgette",1,1,1 ], "a small variety of vegetable marrow, cooked and eaten as a vegetable| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courgette",1,1,1 ], "name: zucchini" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "courier",1,1,1 ], "a special messenger, esp| one carrying diplomatic correspondence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courier",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes arrangements for or accompanies a group of travellers on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courier",1,1,2 ], "journey or tour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "courlan",1,1,1 ], "another name for limpkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,1 ], "a continuous progression from one point to the next in time or space; onward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,10 ], "a continuous, usually horizontal, layer of building material, such as a row of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,10 ], "bricks, tiles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,11 ], "any of the sails on the lowest yards of a square-rigged ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,12 ], "the horizontal rows of stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,13 ], "(in medieval Europe) a charge by knights in a tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,13,1 ], "a hunt by hounds relying on sight rather than scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,13,2 ], "a match in which two greyhounds compete in chasing a hare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,14 ], "the part or function assigned to an individual bell in a set of changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,15 ], "a running race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,16 ], "as a matter of course| as a natural or normal consequence, mode of action, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,16 ], "event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,17 ], "the course of nature| the ordinary course of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,18 ], "in course of| in the process of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,19 ], "in due course| at some future time, esp| the natural or appropriate time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,2 ], "a route or direction followed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,2,1 ], "the path or channel along which something moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,2,2 ], "a watercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,20 ], "of course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,20,1 ], "as expected; naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,20,2 ], "certainly; definitely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,21 ], "run its course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,22 ], "(of something) to complete its development or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,3 ], "an area or stretch of land or water on which a sport is played or a race is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,3 ], "run" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,4 ], "a period of time; duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,5 ], "procedure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,5 ], "the usual order of and time required for a sequence of events; regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,6 ], "a mode of conduct or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,7 ], "a connected series of events, actions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,7,1 ], "a prescribed number of lessons, lectures, etc|, in an educational curriculum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,7,2 ], "the material covered in such a curriculum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,8 ], "a prescribed regimen to be followed for a specific period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,1,9 ], "a part of a meal served at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,2,1 ], "to run, race, or flow, esp| swiftly and without interruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,2,2 ], "quarry) thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,2,2 ], "to cause (hounds) to hunt by sight rather than scent or (of hounds) to hunt (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,3,1 ], "to run through or over; traverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "course",1,4,1 ], "to take a direction; proceed on a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courser",1,1,1 ], "a person who courses hounds or dogs, esp| greyhounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courser",1,1,2 ], "a hound or dog trained for coursing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courser",2,1,1 ], "a swift horse; steed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courser",3,1,1 ], "a terrestrial plover-like shore bird, such as Cursorius cursor (cream-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courser",3,1,1 ], "courser), of the subfamily Cursoriinae of desert and semidesert regions of the Old World:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "courser",3,1,1 ], "family Glareolidae, order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "courses",1,1,1 ], "another word for menses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coursing",1,1,1 ], "(of hounds or dogs) hunting by sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coursing",1,1,2 ], "a sport in which hounds are matched against one another in pairs for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coursing",1,1,2 ], "hunting of hares by sight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court card",1,1,1 ], "(in a pack of playing cards) a king, queen, or jack of any suit|U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court card",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: face card" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court circular",1,1,1 ], "(in countries having a monarchy) a daily report of the activities," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court circular",1,1,1 ], "engagements, etc|, of the sovereign, published in a national newspaper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court dress",1,1,1 ], "the formal clothing worn at court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court hand",1,1,1 ], "a style of handwriting formerly used in English law courts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court martial" ,1, 1, 1],"a military court that tries charges of serious breaches of martial law",1). c_DEF([ "court martial" ,1, 2, 1],"tial, tials, tialling, tialled or U|S| tials, tialing, tialed",1). c_DEF([ "court martial" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to try by court martial",1). c_DEF([ "court of first instance",1,1,1 ], "a court in which legal proceedings are begun or first heard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court of honour",1,1,1 ], "a military court that is instituted to investigate matters involving personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court of honour",1,1,1 ], "honour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court of inquiry",1,1,1 ], "a group of people appointed to investigate the causes of a disaster, accident," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court of inquiry",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court of inquiry",1,1,2 ], "a military court set up to inquire into a military matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court plaster",1,1,1 ], "a plaster, composed of isinglass on silk, formerly used to cover superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court plaster",1,1,1 ], "wounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court roll",1,1,1 ], "the register of land holdings, etc|, of a manorial court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court tennis",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for real tennis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,1 ], "an area of ground wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,1,1 ], "a block of flats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,1,2 ], "a mansion or country house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,1,3 ], "a short street, sometimes closed at one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,10 ], "hold court| to preside over admirers, attendants, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,11 ], "out of court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,11,1 ], "without a trial or legal case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,11,2 ], "too unimportant for consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,11,3 ], "Brit| so as to ridicule completely (in the phrase laugh out of court)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,12 ], "the ball is in your court| you are obliged to make the next move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,2 ], "a space inside a building, sometimes surrounded with galleries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,2,1 ], "the residence, retinues, or household of a sovereign or nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,3 ], "a sovereign or prince and his retinue, advisers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,4 ], "any formal assembly, reception, etc|, held by a sovereign or nobleman with his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,4 ], "courtiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,5 ], "court to someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,5 ], "homage, flattering attention, or amorous approaches (esp| in the phrase pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,6 ], "a tribunal having power to adjudicate in civil, criminal, military, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,6 ], "ecclesiastical matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,7 ], "the regular sitting of such a judicial tribunal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,7,1 ], "a marked outdoor or enclosed area used for any of various ball games, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,7,1 ], "tennis, squash, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,7,1 ], "the board of directors or council of a corporation, company, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,7,2 ], "Chiefly Brit| the supreme council of some universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,7,2 ], "a marked section of such an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,8 ], "a branch of any of several friendly societies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,1,9 ], "go to court| to take legal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,2,1 ], "to attempt to gain the love of; woo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,3,1 ], "to pay attention to (someone) in order to gain favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,4,1 ], "to try to obtain (fame, honour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court",1,5,1 ], "to invite, usually foolishly, as by taking risks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court-bouillon",1,1,1 ], "a stock made from root vegetables, water, and wine or vinegar, used primarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "court-bouillon",1,1,1 ], "for poaching fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "court-leet",1,1,1 ], "the full name for leet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courteous",1,1,1 ], "polite and considerate in manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesan",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a prostitute, or the mistress of a man of rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy light",1,1,1 ], "the interior light in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy title",1,1,1 ], "any of several titles having no legal significance, such as those borne by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy title",1,1,1 ], "children of peers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy",1,1,1 ], "politeness; good manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy",1,1,2 ], "a courteous gesture or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy",1,1,3 ], "favour or consent (esp| in the phrase by courtesy of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy",1,1,4 ], "common consent as opposed to right (esp| in the phrase by courtesy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtesy",1,1,5 ], "an archaic spelling of curtsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courthouse",1,1,1 ], "a public building in which courts of law are held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtier",1,1,1 ], "an attendant at a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtier",1,1,2 ], "a person who seeks favour in an ingratiating manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtly love",1,1,1 ], "a tradition represented in Western European literature between the 12th and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtly love",1,1,1 ], "married) lady" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "courtly love",1,1,1 ], "the 14th centuries, idealizing love between a knight and a revered (usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "courtly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtly",1,1,2 ], "of or suitable for a royal court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtly",1,1,3 ], "refined in manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtly",1,1,4 ], "ingratiating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which the sittings of a law court are held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtship",1,1,1 ], "the act, period, or art of seeking the love of someone with intent to marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtship",1,1,2 ], "the seeking or soliciting of favours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtship",1,1,3 ], "courtly behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "courtyard",1,1,1 ], "an open area of ground surrounded by walls or buildings; court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couscous",1,1,1 ], "a spicy dish, originating from North Africa, consisting of steamed semolina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couscous",1,1,1 ], "served with a meat stew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cousin",1,1,1 ], "the child of one's aunt or uncle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cousin",1,1,2 ], "a relative who has descended from one of one's common ancestors| A person's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cousin",1,1,2 ], "cousin is the child of one of his parents' second cousins| A first cousin once" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cousin",1,1,2 ], "removed (or loosely second cousin) is the child of one's first cousin" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cousin",1,1,2 ], "second cousin is the child of one of his parents' first cousins| A person's third" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cousin",1,1,3 ], "a member of a group related by race, ancestry, interests, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cousin",1,1,4 ], "a title used by a sovereign when addressing another sovereign or a nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couteau",1,1,1 ], "a large two-edged knife used formerly as a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couth",1,1,1 ], "refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couth",1,1,2 ], "familiar; known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couthie",1,1,1 ], "sociable; friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couthie",1,1,2 ], "comfortable; snug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couture",1,1,1 ], "high fashion designing and dressmaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couturier",1,1,1 ], "a person who designs, makes, and sells fashion clothes for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couvade",1,1,1 ], "a custom among certain peoples whereby a man imitates the behaviour, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "couvade",1,1,1 ], "his pregnant wife and at the time of birth is put to bed as though he were bearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "couvade",1,1,1 ], "the child" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "covalency",1,1,1 ], "the formation and nature of covalent bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covalency",1,1,2 ], "in forming a molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covalency",1,1,2 ], "the number of covalent bonds that a particular atom can make with other atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covalent bond",1,1,1 ], "a type of chemical bond involving the sharing of electrons between atoms in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covalent bond",1,1,1 ], "molecule, esp| the sharing of a pair of electrons by two adjacent atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covariance",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the association between two variables obtained by dividing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covariance",1,1,1 ], "product of the mean deviations of corresponding observed values of the two variables by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covariance",1,1,1 ], "the number of pairs of observed values" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cove stripe",1,1,1 ], "a decorative stripe painted along the sheer strake of a vessel, esp| of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cove stripe",1,1,1 ], "sailing boat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cove",1,1,1 ], "a small bay or inlet, usually between rocky headlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cove",1,1,2 ], "a narrow cavern formed in the sides of cliffs, mountains, etc|, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cove",1,1,2 ], "erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cove",1,1,3 ], "a sheltered place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cove",1,1,4 ], "a concave curved surface between the wall and ceiling of a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cove",1,2,1 ], "to form an architectural cove in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cove",2,1,1 ], "old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cove",2,1,2 ], "a fellow; chap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coven",1,1,1 ], "a meeting of witches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coven",1,1,2 ], "a company of 13 witches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,1,1 ], "a binding agreement; contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,1,1,1 ], "an agreement in writing under seal, as to pay a stated annual sum to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,1,1,1 ], "charity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,1,1,2 ], "a particular clause in such an agreement, esp| in a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,1,2 ], "(in early English law) an action in which damages were sought for breach of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,1,2 ], "sealed agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,1,3 ], "God's promise to the Israelites and their commitment to worship him alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenant",1,2,1 ], "to agree to a covenant (concerning)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenantee",1,1,1 ], "the person to whom the promise in a covenant is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covenantor",1,1,1 ], "a covenant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covenantor",1,1,1 ], "a party who makes a promise and who is to perform the obligation expressed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover crop",1,1,1 ], "a crop planted between main crops to prevent leaching or soil erosion or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover crop",1,1,1 ], "provide green manure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cover girl",1,1,1 ], "a girl, esp| a glamorous one, whose picture appears on the cover of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover girl",1,1,1 ], "newspaper or magazine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cover note",1,1,1 ], "a certificate providing temporary insurance until a new insurance policy is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover note",1,1,1 ], "issued" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cover point",1,1,1,1 ], "a fielding position in the covers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover point",1,1,1,2 ], "a fielder in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,1 ], "to place or spread something over so as to protect or conceal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,2 ], "to provide with a covering; clothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,3 ], "to put a garment, esp| a hat, on (the body or head)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,4 ], "to extend over or lie thickly on the surface of; spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,5 ], "to bring upon (oneself); invest (oneself) as if with a covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,6 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to act as a screen or concealment for; hide from view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,7 ], "to protect (an individual, formation, or place) by taking up a position from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,7 ], "which fire may be returned if those being protected are fired upon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,1,8 ], "to assume responsibility for (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,2,1 ], "to provide an alibi (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,2,2 ], "to have as one's territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,2,3 ], "to travel over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,1 ], "to have or place in the aim and within the range of (a firearm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,10 ], "(of a bird) to brood (eggs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,2 ], "to include or deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,3 ], "(of an asset or income) to be sufficient to meet (a liability or expense)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,3,1 ], "to insure against loss, risk, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,3,2 ], "to provide for (loss, risk, etc|) by insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,4 ], "to purchase (securities, etc|) in order to meet contracts, esp| short sales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,5 ], "to deposit (an equivalent stake) in a bet or wager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,6 ], "to play a card higher in rank than (one played beforehand by another player)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,7 ], "magazine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,7 ], "to act as reporter or photographer on (a news event, etc|) for a newspaper or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,8 ], "to guard or protect (an opponent, teammate, or area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,3,9 ], "(of a male animal, esp| a horse) to copulate with (a female animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,1 ], "anything that covers, spreads over, protects, or conceals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,10 ], "break cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,11 ], "(esp| of game animals) to come out from a shelter or hiding place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,12 ], "take cover| to make for a place of safety or shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,13 ], "under cover| protected, concealed, or in secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,2 ], "woods or bushes providing shelter or a habitat for wild creatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,2,1 ], "a blanket used on a bed for warmth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,2,2 ], "another word for bedspread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,3 ], "liability, meet an expenditure, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,3 ], "liquid assets, reserves, or guaranteed income sufficient to discharge a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,4 ], "a pretext, disguise, or false identity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,5 ], "another word for coverage ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,6 ], "an envelope or package for sending through the post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,6,1 ], "an entire envelope that has been postmarked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,6,2 ], "on cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,7 ], "(of a postage stamp) kept in this form by collectors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,7,1 ], "an individual table setting, esp| in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,8 ], "the guarding or protection of an opponent, teammate, or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,9 ], "a newly recorded version of a well-known musical item" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,9,1 ], "about halfway to the boundary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,9,1 ], "the area more or less at right angles to the pitch on the off side and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover",1,4,9,3 ], "cover point| a fielder in such a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover-shoulder",1,1,1 ], "a type of blouse worn in Ghana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cover-up" ,1, 1, 1],"concealment or attempted concealment of a mistake, crime, etc",1). c_DEF([ "cover-up" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to cover completely",1). c_DEF([ "cover-up" ,1, 2, 2],"(when intr|, often foll| by for) to attempt to conceal (a mistake or crime)",1). c_DEF([ "cover-up" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) Boxing",1). c_DEF([ "cover-up" ,1, 2, 4],"to defend the body and head with the arms",1). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,1 ], "the amount or extent to which something is covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,2 ], "or event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,2 ], "the amount and quality of reporting or analysis given to a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,3 ], "the extent of the protection provided by insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,3,1 ], "the value of liquid assets reserved to meet liabilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,3,2 ], "the ratio of liquid assets to specific liabilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,3,3 ], "the ratio of total net profit to distributed profit in a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverage",1,1,4 ], "the section of the public reached by a medium of communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverall",1,1,1 ], "a thing that covers something entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverall",1,1,2 ], "protective outer garments for the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covered wagon",1,1,1 ], "a large horse-drawn wagon with an arched canvas top, used formerly for prairie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covered wagon",1,1,1 ], "travel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covering letter",1,1,1 ], "an accompanying letter sent as an explanation, introduction, or record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverlet",1,1,1 ], "another word for bedspread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covers",1,1,1 ], "coversed sine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coversed sine",1,1,1 ], "a trigonometric function equal to one minus the sine of the specified angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert cloth",1,1,1 ], "a twill-weave cotton or worsted suiting fabric| Sometimes shortened to covert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert coat",1,1,1 ], "a short topcoat worn for hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,1,1 ], "concealed or secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,1,2 ], "sheltered; protected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,2,1 ], "a shelter or disguise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,2,2 ], "a thicket or woodland providing shelter for game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,2,3 ], "short for covert cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,2,4 ], "any of the small feathers on the wings and tail of a bird that surround the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,2,4 ], "bases of the larger feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "covert",1,2,5 ], "a flock of coots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverture",1,1,1 ], "protection and influence of her husband" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coverture",1,1,1 ], "the condition or status of a married woman considered as being under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coverture",1,1,2 ], "shelter, concealment, or disguise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covet",1,1,1 ], "to wish, long, or crave for (something, esp| the property of another person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covetous",1,1,1 ], "jealously eager for the possession of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covetous",1,1,2 ], "(esp| the property of another person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covey",1,1,1 ], "a small flock of grouse or partridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covey",1,1,2 ], "a small group, as of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covin",1,1,1 ], "a conspiracy between two or more persons to act to the detriment or injury of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "covin",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cow parsley",1,1,1 ], "a common Eurasian umbelliferous hedgerow plant, Anthriscus sylvestris, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow parsley",1,1,1 ], "umbrella-shaped clusters of white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cow parsnip",1,1,1 ], "any tall coarse umbelliferous plant of the genus Heracleum, such as H|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow parsnip",1,1,1 ], "purple flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cow parsnip",1,1,1 ], "sphondylium of Europe and Asia, having thick stems and flattened clusters of white or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cow pillow",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a large cylindrical pillow stuffed with cotton and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow pillow",1,1,1 ], "reclining rather than sleeping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cow pony",1,1,1 ], "a horse used by cowboys when herding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow shark",1,1,1 ], "any large primitive shark, esp| Hexanchus griseum, of the family Hexanchidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow shark",1,1,1 ], "of warm and temperate waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cow tree",1,1,1 ], "a South American moraceous tree, Brosimum galactodendron, producing latex used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow tree",1,1,1 ], "as a substitute for milk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cow",1,1,1 ], "the mature female of any species of cattle, esp| domesticated cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow",1,1,2 ], "seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cow",1,1,2 ], "the mature female of various other mammals, such as the elephant, whale, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow",1,1,3 ], "any domestic species of cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow",1,1,4 ], "a disagreeable woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow",1,1,5 ], "something objectionable (esp| in the phrase a fair cow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow",1,1,6 ], "till the cows come home| Informal| for a very long time; effectively for ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cow",2,1,1 ], "to frighten or overawe, as with threats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowage",1,1,1 ], "a tropical climbing leguminous plant, Stizolobium (or Mucuna)pruriens, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowage",1,1,1 ], "bristly pods cause severe itching and stinging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowage",1,1,2 ], "the pods of this plant or the stinging hairs covering them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coward",1,1,1 ], "a person who shrinks from or avoids danger, pain, or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowardice",1,1,1 ], "lack of courage in facing danger, pain, or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowardly",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of a coward; lacking courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowbane",1,1,1 ], "Cicuta, esp| C| virosa, having clusters of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowbane",1,1,1 ], "any of several N temperate poisonous umbelliferous marsh plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowbane",1,1,2 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowbane",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant, Oxypolis rigidior of the southeastern and central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowbane",1,1,3 ], "any umbelliferous plant reputed to be poisonous to cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowbell",1,1,1 ], "a bell hung around a cow's neck so that the cow can be easily located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowbell",1,1,2 ], "another name for bladder campion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowberry",1,1,1 ], "a creeping ericaceous evergreen shrub, Vaccinium vitis-idaea, of N temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowberry",1,1,1 ], "and arctic regions, with pink or red flowers and edible slightly acid berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowberry",1,1,2 ], "the berry of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowbind",1,1,1 ], "any of various bryony plants, esp| the white bryony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowbird",1,1,1 ], "M| ater (common or brown-headed cowbird)| They have a dark plumage and short bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowbird",1,1,1 ], "any of various American orioles of the genera Molothrus, Tangavius, etc|, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowboy",1,1,1 ], "a hired man who herds and tends cattle, usually on horseback, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowboy",1,1,1 ], "western U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowboy",1,1,2 ], "a conventional character of Wild West folklore, films, etc|, esp| one involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowboy",1,1,2 ], "in fighting Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowcatcher",1,1,1 ], "a metal frame on the front of a locomotive to clear the track of obstructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cower",1,1,1 ], "to crouch or cringe, as in fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowfish",1,1,1 ], "any trunkfish, such as Lactophrys quadricornis, having hornlike spines over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowfish",1,1,1 ], "the eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowfish",1,1,2 ], "(loosely) any of various large aquatic animals, such as a sea cow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowherb",1,1,1 ], "a European caryophyllaceous plant, Saponaria vaccaria, having clusters of pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowherb",1,1,1 ], "flowers: a weed in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowherd",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to tend cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowhide",1,1,1 ], "the hide of a cow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowhide",1,1,2 ], "the leather made from such a hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowitch",1,1,1 ], "another name for cowage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowk",1,1,1 ], "dialect| to retch or feel nauseated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl neckline",1,1,1 ], "a neckline of women's clothes loosely folded over and sometimes resembling a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl neckline",1,1,1 ], "folded hood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowl",1,1,1 ], "a hood, esp| a loose one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl",1,1,2 ], "the hooded habit of a monk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl",1,1,3 ], "a cover fitted to a chimney to increase ventilation and prevent draughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl",1,1,4 ], "the part of a car body that supports the windscreen and the bonnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl",1,1,5 ], "another word for cowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl",1,2,1 ], "to cover or provide with a cowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowl",1,2,2 ], "to make a monk of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowlick",1,1,1 ], "a tuft of hair over the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowling",1,1,1 ], "a streamlined metal covering, esp| one fitted around an aircraft engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowman",1,1,1 ], "another name for cowherd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowman",1,1,2 ], "a man who owns cattle; rancher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowpat",1,1,1 ], "a single dropping of cow dung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowpea",1,1,1 ], "a leguminous tropical climbing plant, Vigna sinensis, producing long pods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowpea",1,1,1 ], "containing edible pealike seeds: grown for animal fodder and sometimes as human food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowpea",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowpox",1,1,1 ], "a contagious viral disease of cows characterized by vesicles on the skin, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowpox",1,1,1 ], "immunity to smallpox" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cowpox",1,1,1 ], "on the teats and udder| Inoculation of humans with this virus provides temporary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowpuncher",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for cowboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowry",1,1,1 ], "a glossy brightly marked shell with an elongated opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowry",1,1,1 ], "any marine gastropod mollusc of the mostly tropical family Cypraeidae, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowry",1,1,2 ], "money in parts of Africa and S Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowry",1,1,2 ], "the shell of any of these molluscs, esp| the shell of Cypraea moneta , used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowskin",1,1,1 ], "another word for cowhide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowslip",1,1,1 ], "a primrose, Primula veris, native to temperate regions of the Old World," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cowslip",1,1,1 ], "having fragrant yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cowslip",1,1,2 ], "another name for marsh marigold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cox",1,1,1 ], "a coxswain, esp| of a racing eight or four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cox",1,2,1 ], "to act as coxswain of (a boat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxa",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for the hip bone or hip joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxa",1,1,2 ], "the basal segment of the leg of an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxalgia",1,1,1 ], "pain in the hip joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxalgia",1,1,2 ], "disease of the hip joint causing pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxcomb",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cockscomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxcomb",1,1,2 ], "a foppish man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxcomb",1,1,3 ], "the cap, resembling a cock's comb, worn by a jester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxcombry",1,1,1 ], "conceited arrogance or foppishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coxswain",1,1,1 ], "the helmsman of a lifeboat, racing shell, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coy",1,1,1 ], "(usually of a woman) affectedly demure, esp| in a playful or provocative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coy",1,1,1 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coy",1,1,2 ], "shy; modest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coy",1,1,3 ], "evasive, esp| in an annoying way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coyote",1,1,1 ], "a predatory canine mammal, Canis latrans, related to but smaller than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coyote",1,1,1 ], "wolf, roaming the deserts and prairies of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coyote",1,1,2 ], "(in American Indian legends of the West) a trickster and culture hero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coyote",1,1,2 ], "represented as a man or as an animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coyotillo",1,1,1 ], "a thorny poisonous rhamnaceous shrub, Karwinskia humboldtiana of Mexico and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coyotillo",1,1,1 ], "the southwestern U|S|, the berries of which cause paralysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coypu",1,1,1 ], "an aquatic South American hystricomorph rodent, Myocastor coypus, introduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coypu",1,1,1 ], "into Europe: family Capromyidae|It resembles a small beaver with a ratlike tail and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "coypu",1,1,1 ], "is bred in captivity for its soft grey underfur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "coypu",1,1,2 ], "the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "coz",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for cousin: used chiefly as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cozen",1,1,1 ], "to cheat or trick (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cozy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cozy",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of cosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cpd|",1,1,1 ], "compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cp|",1,1,1 ], "compare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,1,1 ], "a day nursery for very young children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,1,1 ], "a liqueur flavoured with peppermint, usually bright green in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,1,1 ], "cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,1,1 ], "the very best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,1,2 ], "a tableau of Christ's Nativity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,1,2 ], "any of various sweet liqueurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,1,3 ], "a foundling home or hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr",1,2,1 ], "(of a liqueur) rich and sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kraal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab apple",1,1,1 ], "any of several rosaceous trees of the genus Malus that have white, pink, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab apple",1,1,1 ], "red flowers and small sour apple-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crab apple",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these trees, used to make jam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab grass",1,1,1 ], "any of several coarse weedy grasses of the genus Digitaria, which grow in warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab grass",1,1,1 ], "regions and tend to displace other grasses in lawns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crab louse",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic louse, Pthirus (or Phthirus)pubis, that infests the pubic region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab louse",1,1,1 ], "in man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 1],"(section Brachyura), having a broad flattened carapace covering the cephalothorax,",2). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 1],"any chiefly marine decapod crustacean of the genus Cancer and related genera",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 1],"beneath which is folded the abdomen| The first pair of limbs are modified as pincers",3). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various similar or related arthropods, such as the hermit crab and",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 2],"horseshoe crab",2). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,crab louse",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 4],"a manoeuvre in which an aircraft flies slightly into the crosswind to",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 4],"compensate for drift",2). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 5],"a mechanical lifting device, esp| the travelling hoist of a gantry crane",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 6],"catch a crab| Rowing| a stroke in which the oar either misses the water or",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 1, 6],"digs too deeply, causing the rower to be pushed backwards",2). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to hunt or catch crabs",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to fly (an aircraft) slightly into a crosswind to compensate for drift",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) Nautical",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 2, 4],"current",2). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 2, 4],"to move forwards with a slight sideways motion, as to overcome an offsetting",1). c_DEF([ "crab" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|) to move sideways",1). c_DEF([ "crab",2,1,1 ], "to find fault; grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab",2,2,1 ], "to spoil (esp| in the phrase crab one's act)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab",2,3,1 ], "an irritable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab",2,3,2 ], "draw the crabs| Austral| informal| to attract unwelcome attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crab",3,1,1 ], "short for crab apple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabbed",1,1,1 ], "surly; irritable; perverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabbed",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of handwriting) cramped and hard to decipher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabbed",1,1,3 ], "abstruse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabber",1,1,1 ], "a crab fisherman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabber",1,1,2 ], "a boat used for crab-fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabby",1,1,2 ], "bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabs",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes functioning as sing|)the lowest throw in a game of chance, esp| two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabs",1,1,1 ], "aces in dice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crabstick",1,1,1 ], "a stick, cane, or cudgel made of crab-apple wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabstick",1,1,2 ], "a bad-tempered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crabwise",1,2,1 ], "(of motion)sideways; like a crab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack down" ,1, 1, 1],"to take severe measures (against); become stricter (with)",1). c_DEF([ "crack up" ,1, 1, 1],"to break into pieces",1). c_DEF([ "crack up" ,1, 2, 1],"to undergo a physical or mental breakdown",1). c_DEF([ "crack up" ,1, 3, 1],"to present or report, esp| in glowing terms",1). c_DEF([ "crack",1,1,1 ], "to break or cause to break without complete separation of the parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,1,2 ], "to break or cause to break with a sudden sharp sound; snap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,1,3 ], "to make or cause to make a sudden sharp sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,1,4 ], "change tone, esp| to a higher register; break" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,1,4 ], "to cause (the voice) to change tone or become harsh or (of the voice) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,1,5 ], "to fail or cause to fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,1,6 ], "to yield or cause to yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,2,1 ], "to hit with a forceful or resounding blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,3,1 ], "to break into or force open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,4,1 ], "to solve or decipher (a code, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,5,1 ], "to tell (a joke, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,5,2 ], "heat, as in the distillation of petroleum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,5,2 ], "to break (a molecule) into smaller molecules or radicals by the action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,6,1 ], "to chat; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,7,1,1 ], "to achieve (esp| in the phrase crack it)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,7,1,2 ], "to find or catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,7,2 ], "crack a smile| Informal| to break into a smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,7,3 ], "bold front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,7,3 ], "crack hardy| Austral| informal| to disguise one's discomfort, etc|; put on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,1 ], "a sudden sharp noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,10 ], "a gibe; wisecrack; joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,11 ], "a person that excels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,12 ], "a talk; chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,13 ], "a burglar or burglary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,14 ], "crack of dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,14,1 ], "the very instant that the sun rises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,14,2 ], "very early in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,15 ], "a fair crack of the whip| Informal| a fair chance or opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,16 ], "crack of doom| doomsday; the end of the world; the Day of Judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,2 ], "a break or fracture without complete separation of the two parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,3 ], "a narrow opening or fissure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,4 ], "a resounding blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,5 ], "a physical or mental defect; flaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,6 ], "a moment or specific instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,7 ], "a broken or cracked tone of voice, as a boy's during puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,8 ], "(often foll| by at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,8,9 ], "an attempt; opportunity to try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crack",1,9,1 ], "first-class; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackbrain",1,1,1 ], "a person who is insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackbrained",1,1,1 ], "insane, idiotic, or crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracked",1,1,1 ], "damaged by cracking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracked",1,1,2 ], "crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,1 ], "a decorated cardboard tube that emits a bang when pulled apart, releasing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,1 ], "toy, a joke, or a paper hat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,2 ], "short for firecracker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,3 ], "a thin crisp biscuit, usually unsweetened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that cracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,5 ], "another word for poor white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,6 ], "a person of notable qualities or abilities, esp| an attractive girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker",1,1,7 ], "not worth a cracker| Austral| informal| worthless; useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracker-barrel",1,1,1 ], "rural; rustic; homespun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackerjack",1,1,1 ], "excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackerjack",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing of exceptional quality or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackers",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracket",1,1,1 ], "a low stool, often one with three legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracket",1,1,2 ], "a box for a miner to kneel on when working a low seam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracking",1,1,1 ], "fast; vigorous (esp| in the phrase a cracking pace)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracking",1,1,2 ], "get cracking| Informal| to start doing something quickly or do something with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracking",1,1,2 ], "increased speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cracking",1,3,1 ], "first-class; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracking",1,4,1 ], "or catalysis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cracking",1,4,1 ], "the process in which molecules are cracked, esp| the oil-refining process in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracking",1,4,1 ], "which heavy oils are broken down into hydrocarbons of lower molecular weight by heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crackjaw",1,1,1 ], "difficult to pronounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackjaw",1,2,1 ], "a word or phrase that is difficult to pronounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,1,1 ], "crushed or of a wood fire burning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a series of slight sharp noises, as of paper being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,2,1 ], "appear in the glaze" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,2,1 ], "to decorate (porcelain or pottery) by causing a fine network of cracks to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,3,1 ], "to abound in vivacity or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,4,1 ], "the act or sound of crackling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,4,2 ], "intentional crazing in the glaze of a piece of porcelain or pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackle",1,4,3 ], "porcelain or pottery so decorated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackling",1,1,1 ], "the crisp browned skin of roast pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracknel",1,1,1 ], "a type of hard plain biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracknel",1,1,2 ], "crisply fried bits of fat pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackpot",1,1,1 ], "an eccentric person; crank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crackpot",1,2,1 ], "eccentric; crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cracksman",1,1,1 ], "a burglar, esp| a safe-breaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle snatcher",1,1,1 ], "another name for baby snatcher ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,1 ], "a baby's bed with enclosed sides, often with a hood and rockers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,10 ], "from the cradle to the grave| throughout life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,11 ], "rob the cradle| Informal| to take for a lover, husband, or wife a person much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,11 ], "younger than oneself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,2 ], "a place where something originates or is nurtured during its early life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,3 ], "the earliest period of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,4 ], "a frame, rest, or trolley made to support or transport a piece of equipment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,4 ], "aircraft, ship, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,5 ], "a platform, cage, or trolley, in which workmen are suspended on the side of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,5 ], "building or ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,6 ], "another name for creeper ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,6,1 ], "a framework of several wooden fingers attached to a scythe to gather the grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,6,1 ], "into bunches as it is cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,6,2 ], "a scythe equipped with such a cradle; cradle scythe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,6,3 ], "a collar of wooden fingers that prevents a horse or cow from turning its head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,6,3 ], "and biting itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,7 ], "a boxlike apparatus for washing rocks, sand, etc|, containing gold or gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,7 ], "stones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,8 ], "a tool that produces the pitted surface of a copper mezzotint plate before the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,8 ], "design is engraved upon it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,9 ], "a framework used to prevent the bedclothes from touching a sensitive part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,1,9 ], "an injured person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,2,1 ], "to rock or place in or as if in a cradle; hold tenderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,3,1 ], "to nurture in or bring up from infancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,3,2 ], "to reap (grain) with a cradle scythe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,4,1 ], "to wash (soil bearing gold, etc|) in a cradle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,4,2 ], "to keep (the ball) in the net of the stick, esp| while running with it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradle",1,5,1 ], "to lie in a cradle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradlesong",1,1,1 ], "another word for lullaby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cradling",1,1,1 ], "a framework of iron or wood, esp| as used in the construction of a ceiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft union",1,1,1 ], "a labour organization membership of which is restricted to workers in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft union",1,1,1 ], "specified trade or craft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,1,1 ], "skill or ability, esp| in handiwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,1,2 ], "skill in deception and trickery; guile; cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,1,3 ], "an occupation or trade requiring special skill, esp| manual dexterity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,1,3,1 ], "the members of such a trade, regarded collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,1,4 ], "a single vessel, aircraft, or spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,1,5 ], "ships, boats, aircraft, or spacecraft collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craft",1,2,1 ], "to make or fashion with skill, esp| by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craftsman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a skilled trade; someone who practises a craft; artisan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craftsman",1,1,2 ], "an artist skilled in the techniques of an art or craft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crafty",1,1,1 ], "craftier, craftiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crafty",1,1,2 ], "skilled in deception; shrewd; cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crafty",1,1,3 ], "skilful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crag",1,1,1 ], "a steep rugged rock or peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craggy",1,1,2 ], "having many crags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craggy",1,1,3 ], "(of the face) rugged; rocklike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cragsman",1,1,1 ], "a rock climber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crake",1,1,1 ], "any of several rails that occur in the Old World, such as the corncrake and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crake",1,1,1 ], "the spotted crake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cram",1,1,1 ], "than it can hold; stuff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cram",1,1,1 ], "to force (people, material, etc|) into (a room, container, etc|) with more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cram",1,1,2 ], "to eat or cause to eat more than necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cram",1,1,3 ], "memorizing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cram",1,1,3 ], "to study or cause to study (facts, etc|), esp| for an examination, by hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cram",1,2,1 ], "the act or condition of cramming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cram",1,2,2 ], "a crush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cram-full",1,1,1 ], "stuffed full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crambo",1,1,1 ], "a word game in which one team says a rhyme or rhyming line for a word or line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crambo",1,1,1 ], "given by the other team" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cramel",1,1,1 ], "a dessert made of eggs, sugar, milk, etc|, topped with caramel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crammer",1,1,1 ], "a person or school that prepares pupils for an examination, esp| pupils who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crammer",1,1,1 ], "have already failed that examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cramoisy",1,1,1 ], "of a crimson colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramoisy",1,2,1 ], "crimson cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",1,1,1 ], "a painful involuntary contraction of a muscle, typically caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",1,1,1 ], "overexertion, heat, or chill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",1,1,2 ], "temporary partial paralysis of a muscle group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",1,1,3 ], "severe abdominal pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",1,2,1 ], "to affect with or as if with a cramp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,1,1 ], "a strip of metal with its ends bent at right angles, used to bind masonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,1,2 ], "a device for holding pieces of wood while they are glued; clamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,1,3 ], "something that confines or restricts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,1,4 ], "a confined state or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,2,1 ], "to secure or hold with a cramp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,2,2 ], "to confine, hamper, or restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,2,3 ], "cramp style| Informal| to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramp",2,2,4 ], "(a person) from using his abilities or acting freely and confidently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramped",1,1,1 ], "closed in; restricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramped",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of handwriting) small and irregular; difficult to read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cramper",1,1,1 ], "a spiked metal plate used as a brace for the feet in throwing the stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crampon",1,1,1 ], "iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crampon",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of pivoted steel levers used to lift heavy objects; grappling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crampon",1,1,2 ], "a metal spike fitted to boots for climbing, walking on ice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cran",1,1,1 ], "a unit of capacity used for measuring fresh herring, equal to 37|5 gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranage",1,1,1 ], "the use of a crane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranage",1,1,2 ], "a fee charged for such use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranberry bush",1,1,1 ], "a North American caprifoliaceous shrub or small tree, Viburnum trilobum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranberry bush",1,1,1 ], "producing acid red fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cranberry",1,1,1 ], "European V| oxycoccus, that bear sour edible red berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cranberry",1,1,1 ], "any of several trailing ericaceous shrubs of the genus Vaccinium, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranberry",1,1,2 ], "the berry of this plant, used to make sauce or jelly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane fly",1,1,1 ], "and a narrow body",2 ). c_DEF([ "crane fly",1,1,1 ], "any dipterous fly of the family Tipulidae, having long legs, slender wings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,1 ], "Zealand, and Indonesia: order Gruiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,1 ], "any large long-necked long-legged wading bird of the family Gruidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,1 ], "inhabiting marshes and plains in most parts of the world except South America, New" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,2 ], "any similar bird, such as a heron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,3 ], "a device for lifting and moving heavy objects, typically consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,3 ], "pivoted boom rotating about a vertical axis with lifting gear suspended from the end of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,3 ], "the boom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,1,4 ], "a large trolley carrying a boom, on the end of which is mounted a camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,2,1 ], "to lift or move (an object) by or as if by a crane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,2,2 ], "to stretch out (esp| the neck), as to see over other people's heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crane",1,3,1 ], "(of a horse) to pull up short before a jump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranesbill",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the genus Geranium, having pink or purple flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranesbill",1,1,1 ], "long slender beaked fruits: family Geraniaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cranial index",1,1,1 ], "multiplied by 100: used in comparative anthropology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cranial index",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the greatest length to the greatest width of the cranium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranial nerve",1,1,1 ], "any of the 12 paired nerves that have their origin in the brain and reach the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranial nerve",1,1,1 ], "periphery through natural openings in the skull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cranial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craniate",1,1,1 ], "having a skull or cranium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craniate",1,3,1 ], "another word for vertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the cranium or cranial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craniology",1,1,1 ], "esp| with reference to variations between different races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "craniology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the shape and size of the human skull," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craniometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the cranium or skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craniometry",1,1,1 ], "the study and measurement of skulls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craniotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the skull, esp| to expose the brain for neurosurgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craniotomy",1,1,2 ], "surgical crushing of a fetal skull to extract a dead fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranium",1,1,1 ], "the skull of a vertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranium",1,1,2 ], "the part of the skull that encloses the brain| Nontechnical name: brainpan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank up",1,1,1 ], "to inject a narcotic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,1 ], "a device for communicating motion or for converting reciprocating motion into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,1 ], "a second member attached to it parallel to the shaft" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,1 ], "rotary motion or vice versa, consisting of an arm projecting from a shaft, often with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,2 ], "a handle incorporating a crank, used to start an engine or motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,2,1 ], "an eccentric or odd person, esp| someone who stubbornly maintains unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,2,1 ], "views" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,2,2 ], "U|S| a bad-tempered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,3 ], "a clever turn of speech (esp| in the phrase quips and cranks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,1,4 ], "a bend or turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,2,1 ], "to rotate (a shaft) by means of a crank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,3,1 ], "to start (an engine, motor, etc|) by means of a crank handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,4,1 ], "to bend, twist, or make into the shape of a crank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",1,5,1 ], "to twist or wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crank",2,1,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) easily keeled over by the wind tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crankcase",1,1,1 ], "internal-combustion engine, reciprocating pump, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crankcase",1,1,1 ], "the metal housing that encloses the crankshaft, connecting rods, etc|, in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crankpin",1,1,1 ], "a short cylindrical bearing surface fitted between two arms of a crank and set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crankpin",1,1,1 ], "parallel to the main shaft of the crankshaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crankshaft",1,1,1 ], "a shaft having one or more cranks, esp| the main shaft of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crankshaft",1,1,1 ], "internal-combustion engine to which the connecting rods are attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",1,1,1 ], "crankier, crankiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",1,1,2 ], "eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",1,1,3 ], "fussy and bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",1,1,4 ], "shaky; out of order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",1,1,5 ], "full of bends and turns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",1,1,6 ], "unwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",2,1,1 ], "crankier, crankiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranky",2,1,2 ], "another word for crank'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crannog",1,1,1 ], "16th century a|d|, often fortified and used as a refuge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crannog",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Celtic lake or bog dwelling dating from the late Bronze Age to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranny",1,1,1 ], "a narrow opening, as in a wall or rock face; chink; crevice (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cranny",1,1,1 ], "phrase every nook and cranny)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crap out",1,1,1 ], "to make a losing throw in craps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crap out",1,1,2 ], "to fail; withdraw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crap out",1,1,3 ], "to rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crap" ,2, 1, 1],"nonsense",1). c_DEF([ "crap" ,2, 1, 2],"rubbish",1). c_DEF([ "crap" ,2, 1, 3],"a taboo word for ,faeces",1). c_DEF([ "crap" ,2, 2, 1],"(intr|) a taboo word for defecate",1). c_DEF([ "crap",1,1,1 ], "a losing throw in the game of craps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crap",1,1,2 ], "another name for craps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crapaud",1,1,1 ], "a frog or toad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crape myrtle",1,1,1 ], "an oriental lythraceous shrub, Lagerstroemia indica, cultivated in warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crape myrtle",1,1,1 ], "climates for its pink, red, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crape",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of crepe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crape",1,1,2 ], "crepe, esp| when used for mourning clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crape",1,1,3 ], "a band of black crepe worn in mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crappie",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American freshwater percoid food and game fishes, Pomoxis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crappie",1,1,1 ], "nigromaculatus or P| annularis family Centrarchidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crappie",1,1,2 ], "(sunfishes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craps",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game using two dice, in which a player wins the bet if 7 or 11 is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craps",1,1,1 ], "thrown first, and loses if 2, 3, or 12 is thrown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "craps",1,1,2 ], "shoot craps| to play this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crapshooter",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the game of craps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crapulent" ,1, 1, 1],"given to or resulting from intemperance",1). c_DEF([ "crapulent" ,1, 1, 2],"suffering from intemperance; drunken",1). c_DEF([ "craquelure",1,1,1 ], "a network of fine cracks on old paintings caused by the deterioration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craquelure",1,1,1 ], "pigment or varnish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash barrier",1,1,1 ], "a barrier erected along the centre of a motorway, around a racetrack, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash barrier",1,1,1 ], "for safety purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash dive" ,1, 1, 1],"a sudden steep dive from the surface by a submarine",1). c_DEF([ "crash dive" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "crash dive" ,1, 2, 2],"(usually of an aircraft) to descend steeply and rapidly, before hitting the",1). c_DEF([ "crash dive" ,1, 2, 2],"ground",2). c_DEF([ "crash dive" ,1, 2, 3],"to perform or cause to perform a crash dive",1). c_DEF([ "crash helmet",1,1,1 ], "a padded helmet worn for motor-cycling, flying, bobsleighing, etc|, to protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash helmet",1,1,1 ], "the head in a crash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash out" ,1, 1, 1],"a drug",2). c_DEF([ "crash out" ,1, 1, 1],"to become finally unconscious after being in a high state of stimulation from",1). c_DEF([ "crash out" ,1, 1, 2],"to go to sleep",1). c_DEF([ "crash",1,1,1 ], "clattering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a loud noise as of solid objects smashing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,1,2 ], "of solid objects smashing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,1,2 ], "to fall or cause to fall with force, breaking in pieces with a loud noise as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,2,1 ], "to break or smash in pieces with a loud noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,3,1 ], "to collapse or fail suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,3,2 ], "damage or (of an aircraft) to hit land or water in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,3,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to hit land or water violently resulting in severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,3,3 ], "cars) to be involved in a collision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,3,3 ], "to collide (a car, etc|) with another car or other object or (of two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,3,4 ], "to move or cause to move violently or noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,3,5 ], "short for gate-crash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,1 ], "an act or instance of breaking and falling to pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,2 ], "a sudden loud noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,3 ], "a collision, as between vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,4 ], "a sudden descent of an aircraft as a result of which it hits land or water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,5 ], "further financial failure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,5 ], "the sudden collapse of a business, stock exchange, etc|, esp| one causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,5,1 ], "accomplish something quickly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,5,1 ], "requiring or using intensive effort and all possible resources in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",1,4,5,2 ], "sudden or vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash",2,1,1 ], "a coarse cotton or linen cloth used for towelling, curtains, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crash-land" ,1, 1, 1],"aircraft) to land in this way",2). c_DEF([ "crash-land" ,1, 1, 1],"to land (an aircraft) in an emergency causing some damage to it or (of an",1). c_DEF([ "crashing",1,1,1 ], "(intensifier)(esp| in the phrase a crashing bore)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crasis",1,1,1 ], "the fusion or contraction of two adjacent vowels into one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crass",1,1,1 ], "stupid; gross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crass",1,1,2 ], "thick or coarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crassulaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Crassulaceae, a family of herbaceous or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crassulaceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubby flowering plants with fleshy succulent leaves, including the houseleeks and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crassulaceous",1,1,1 ], "stonecrops" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cratch",1,1,1 ], "a rack for holding fodder for cattle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crate",1,1,1 ], "a fairly large container, usually made of wooden slats or wickerwork, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crate",1,1,1 ], "packing, storing, or transporting goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crate",1,1,2 ], "an old car, aeroplane, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crate",1,2,1 ], "to pack or place in a crate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,1 ], "the bowl-shaped opening at the top or side of a volcano or top of a geyser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,1 ], "through which lava and gases are emitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,2 ], "a similarly shaped depression formed by the impact of a meteorite or exploding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,2 ], "bomb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,3 ], "any of the tens of thousands of roughly circular or polygonal walled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,3 ], "by volcanic action or by the impact of meteorites| They can have a diameter of up" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,3 ], "formations covering the surface of the moon and some other planets, formed probably either" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,3 ], "to 240 kilometres (150 miles) and a depth of 8900 metres (29,000 feet)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,4 ], "a pit in an otherwise smooth surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,5 ], "Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,1,5 ], "a large open bowl with two handles, used for mixing wines, esp| in ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crater",1,2,1 ], "to make or form craters in (a surface, such as the ground)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craunch",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for crunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cravat",1,1,1 ], "a scarf of silk or fine wool, worn round the neck, esp| by men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crave",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by for or after) to desire intensely; long (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crave",1,2,1 ], "to need greatly or urgently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crave",1,3,1 ], "to beg or plead for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craven",1,1,1 ], "cowardly; mean-spirited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craven",1,2,1 ], "a coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craw",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for crop ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craw",1,1,2 ], "the stomach of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craw",1,2,1 ], "stick in someone's craw| Slang| to be unacceptable or irritating to someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawfish",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of crayfish (esp| sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,1,1 ], "and knees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,1,1 ], "to move slowly, either by dragging the body along the ground or on the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,1,2 ], "to proceed or move along very slowly or laboriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,1,3 ], "to act or behave in a servile manner; fawn; cringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,1,4 ], "to be or feel as if overrun by crawling creatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,2,1 ], "(of insects, worms, snakes, etc|) to move with the body close to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,3,1 ], "to swim the crawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,4,1 ], "a slow creeping pace or motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,4,2 ], "a stroke in which the feet are kicked like paddles while the arms reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",1,4,2 ], "forward and pull back through the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crawl",2,1,1 ], "an enclosure in shallow, coastal water for fish, lobsters, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawler",1,1,1 ], "a servile flatterer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawler",1,1,2 ], "a person or animal that crawls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawler",1,1,3 ], "an informal name for an earthworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawler",1,1,4 ], "a baby's overalls; rompers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawling peg",1,1,1 ], "a method of stabilizing exchange rates, prices, etc|, by maintaining a fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawling peg",1,1,1 ], "level for a specified period or until the rate or price has persisted at an upper or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crawling peg",1,1,1 ], "lower limit for a specified period and then permitting a predetermined incremental" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crawling peg",1,1,1 ], "rise or fall" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "crawly",1,1,1 ], "crawlier, crawliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crawly",1,1,2 ], "feeling or causing a sensation like creatures crawling on one's skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cray",1,1,1 ], "a crayfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crayfish",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater decapod crustacean of the genera Astacus and Cambarus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crayfish",1,1,1 ], "resembling a small lobster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crayfish",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar crustaceans, esp| the spiny lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crayon",1,1,1 ], "a small stick or pencil of charcoal, wax, clay, or chalk mixed with coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crayon",1,1,1 ], "pigment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crayon",1,1,2 ], "a drawing made with crayons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crayon",1,2,1 ], "to draw or colour with crayons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,1,1 ], "a short-lived current fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,1,2 ], "a wild or exaggerated enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,1,3 ], "mental disturbance; insanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,2,1 ], "to make or become mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,2,2 ], "to develop or cause to develop a fine network of cracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,3,1 ], "dialect or obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,3,2 ], "to break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "craze",1,4,1 ], "to weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazed",1,1,1 ], "driven insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazed",1,1,2 ], "(of porcelain or pottery) having a fine network of cracks in the glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy bone",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for funny bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy paving",1,1,1 ], "a form of paving, as for a path, made of slabs of stone of irregular shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy paving",1,1,1 ], "fitted together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crazy quilt",1,1,1 ], "a patchwork quilt made from assorted pieces of material of irregular shape," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy quilt",1,1,1 ], "size, and colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crazy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy",1,1,2 ], "insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy",1,1,3 ], "fantastic; strange; ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy",1,2,1 ], "extremely fond (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy",1,2,2 ], "very good or excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crazy",1,2,3 ], "likely to collapse; rickety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crcao",1,1,1 ], "a sweet liqueur with a chocolate flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creak",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a harsh squeaking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creak",1,2,1 ], "to make such sounds while moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creak",1,3,1 ], "a harsh squeaking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream cheese",1,1,1 ], "a smooth soft white cheese made from soured cream or milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream cracker",1,1,1 ], "a crisp unsweetened biscuit, usually eaten with cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream of tartar",1,1,1 ], "another name for potassium hydrogen tartrate, esp| when used in baking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream of tartar",1,1,1 ], "powders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cream puff",1,1,1 ], "a shell of light pastry with a custard or cream filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream puff",1,1,2 ], "an effeminate man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream sauce",1,1,1 ], "a white sauce made from cream, butter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream soda",1,1,1 ], "a soft drink flavoured with vanilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream tea",1,1,1 ], "afternoon tea including bread or scones served with clotted cream and jam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,1,1 ], "stand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,1,1 ], "the fatty part of milk, which rises to the top if the milk is allowed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling cream in consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,3 ], "the best one or most essential part of something; pick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,4 ], "a soup containing cream or milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,5 ], "any of various dishes, cakes, biscuits, etc|, resembling or containing cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,6 ], "a confection made of fondant or soft fudge, often covered in chocolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,7 ], "cream sherry| a full-bodied sweet sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,7,1 ], "a yellowish-white colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,1,7,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,2,1 ], "to skim or otherwise separate the cream from (milk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,3,1 ], "to beat (foodstuffs, esp| butter and sugar) to a light creamy consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,4,1 ], "to form cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,5,1 ], "to add or apply cream or any creamlike substance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,6,1 ], "to take away the best part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,7,1 ], "to prepare or cook (vegetables, chicken, etc|) with cream or milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,7,2 ], "such a layer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,7,2 ], "to allow (milk) to form a layer of cream on its surface or (of milk) to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,8,1 ], "to beat thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cream",1,9,1 ], "(of men) to ejaculate, as during orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamcups",1,1,1 ], "a Californian papaveraceous plant, Platystemon californicus, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamcups",1,1,1 ], "cream-coloured or yellow flowers on long flower stalks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creamer",1,1,1 ], "a vessel or device for separating cream from milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamer",1,1,2 ], "a small jug or pitcher for serving cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamery",1,1,1 ], "an establishment where milk and cream are made into butter and cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamery",1,1,2 ], "a place where dairy products are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamery",1,1,3 ], "a place where milk is left to stand until the cream rises to the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamlaid",1,1,1 ], "(of paper) cream-coloured and of a ribbed appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamy",1,1,1 ], "creamier, creamiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamy",1,1,2 ], "resembling cream in colour, taste, or consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creamy",1,1,3 ], "containing cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,1,1 ], "a line or mark produced by folding, pressing, or wrinkling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,1,2 ], "a wrinkle or furrow, esp| on the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,1,3 ], "any three lines near each wicket marking positions for the bowler or batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,1,4 ], "the small rectangular area in front of each goal cage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,1,5 ], "the circular area surrounding the goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,2,1 ], "to make or become wrinkled or furrowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,3,1 ], "to graze with a bullet, causing superficial injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",1,3,3 ], "to be or cause to be greatly amused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crease",2,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of kris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "create",1,1,1 ], "to cause to come into existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "create",1,2,1 ], "to invest with a new honour, office, or title; appoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "create",1,3,1 ], "to be the cause of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "create",1,4,1 ], "to act (a role) in the first production of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "create",1,5,1 ], "to be engaged in creative work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "create",1,6,1 ], "to make a fuss or uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creatine",1,1,1 ], "a weakly basic compound found, as the phosphate, in the muscles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creatine",1,1,1 ], "vertebrates: used in muscle contraction| Formula: HNC(NH\2)NCH3CH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creatinine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline slightly soluble solid produced by catabolism of creatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creatinine",1,1,1 ], "and found esp| in urine and muscle| Formula: C4H7N3O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of creating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creation",1,1,2 ], "the fact of being created or produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creation",1,1,3 ], "human intelligence or imagination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creation",1,1,3 ], "something that has been brought into existence or created, esp| a product of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creation",1,1,4 ], "the whole universe, including the world and all the things in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creation",1,1,5 ], "an unusual or striking garment or hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creationism",1,1,1 ], "or birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creationism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that God brings individual human souls into existence at conception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creationism",1,1,2 ], "creation rather than to evolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creationism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that ascribes the origins of all things, to God's acts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creative",1,1,1 ], "having the ability or power to create" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creative",1,1,2 ], "characterized by originality of thought or inventiveness; having or showing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creative",1,1,2 ], "imagination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creative",1,1,3 ], "designed to or tending to stimulate the imagination or invention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that creates; originator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creature comforts",1,1,1 ], "material things or luxuries that help to provide for one's bodily comfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creature",1,1,1 ], "a living being, esp| an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creature",1,1,2 ], "something that has been created, whether animate or inanimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creature",1,1,3 ], "a human being; person: used as a term of scorn, pity, or endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creature",1,1,4 ], "a person who is dependent upon another; tool or puppet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credence table",1,1,1 ], "a small sideboard, originally one at which food was tasted for poison before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credence table",1,1,1 ], "serving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credence table",1,1,2 ], "a small table or ledge on which the bread, wine, etc|, are placed before being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credence table",1,1,2 ], "consecrated in the Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credence",1,1,1 ], "acceptance or belief, esp| with regard to the truth of the evidence of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credence",1,1,2 ], "something supporting a claim to belief; recommendation; credential (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credence",1,1,2 ], "the phrase letters of credence)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credence",1,1,3 ], "short for credence table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credendum",1,1,1 ], "(often pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credendum",1,1,2 ], "an article of faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credent",1,1,1 ], "believing or believable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credential",1,1,1 ], "something that entitles a person to confidence, authority, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credential",1,1,2 ], "a letter or certificate giving evidence of the bearer's identity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credential",1,1,2 ], "competence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credential",1,2,1 ], "entitling one to confidence, authority, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credenza",1,1,1 ], "another name for credence table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credibility gap",1,1,1 ], "a disparity between claims or statements made and the evident facts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credibility gap",1,1,1 ], "situation or circumstances to which they relate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being believed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credible",1,1,2 ], "trustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit account",1,1,1 ], "a credit system by means of which customers may obtain goods and services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit account",1,1,1 ], "before payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit card",1,1,1 ], "a card issued by banks, businesses, etc|, enabling the holder to obtain goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit card",1,1,1 ], "and services on credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit line",1,1,1 ], "an acknowledgment of origin or authorship, as in a newspaper or film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit line",1,1,2 ], "the maximum credit that a customer is allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit rating",1,1,1 ], "an evaluation of the creditworthiness of an individual or business enterprise," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit rating",1,1,1 ], "based on earning power, previous record of debt repayment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit squeeze",1,1,1 ], "associated with restrictions on bank loans and overdrafts, raised interest rates, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit squeeze",1,1,1 ], "the control of credit facilities as an instrument of economic policy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit standing",1,1,1 ], "reputation for discharging financial obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit union",1,1,1 ], "a cooperative association whose members can obtain low-interest loans out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit union",1,1,1 ], "their combined savings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,1 ], "commendation or approval, as for an act or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing serving as a source of good influence, repute, ability," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,2 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,3 ], "the quality of being believable or trustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,4 ], "influence or reputation coming from the approval or good opinion of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,5 ], "belief in the truth, reliability, quality, etc|, of someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6 ], "a sum of money or equivalent purchasing power, as at a shop, available for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6 ], "person's use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6,1 ], "payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6,1 ], "the positive balance in a person's bank account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6,1 ], "the practice of permitting a buyer to receive goods or services before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6,2 ], "deposit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6,2 ], "the sum of money that a bank makes available to a client in excess of any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,6,2 ], "the time permitted for paying for such goods or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7 ], "confidence among creditors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7 ], "reputation for solvency and commercial or financial probity, inducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,1 ], "a distinction awarded to an examination candidate obtaining good marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,1 ], "acknowledgment of an income, liability, or capital item by entry on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,1 ], "right-hand side of an account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,2 ], "a section of an examination syllabus satisfactorily completed, as in higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,2 ], "and professional education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,2 ], "the right-hand side of an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,3 ], "an entry on this side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,4 ], "the total of such entries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,7,5 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,8 ], "correspondents of the issuer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,8 ], "letter of credit| an order authorizing a named person to draw money from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,1,9 ], "on credit| with payment to be made at a future date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,2,1 ], "(foll| by with) to ascribe (to); give credit (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,2,2 ], "to accept as true; believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,2,3 ], "to do credit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,2,3,1 ], "to enter (an item) as a credit in an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,2,3,2 ], "to acknowledge (a payer) by making such an entry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credit",1,2,4 ], "to award a credit to (a student)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creditable",1,1,1 ], "deserving credit, honour, etc|; praiseworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creditable",1,1,2 ], "credible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creditor",1,1,1 ], "a person or commercial enterprise to whom money is owed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credits",1,1,1 ], "a list of those responsible for the production of a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credo",1,1,1 ], "any formal or authorized statement of beliefs, principles, or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credulity",1,1,1 ], "disposition to believe something on little evidence; gullibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credulous",1,1,1 ], "tending to believe something on little evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "credulous",1,1,2 ], "arising from or characterized by credulity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cree",1,1,1 ], "South Wales and southwest English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cree",1,1,2 ], "temporary immunity from the rules of a game: said by children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creed",1,1,1 ], "a concise, formal statement of the essential articles of Christian belief," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creed",1,1,1 ], "such as the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creed",1,1,2 ], "any statement or system of beliefs or principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creek",1,1,1 ], "a narrow inlet or bay, esp| of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creek",1,1,2 ], "a small stream or tributary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creek",1,1,3 ], "up the creek| Slang| in trouble; in a difficult position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creel",1,1,1 ], "a wickerwork basket, esp| one used to hold fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creel",1,1,2 ], "a wickerwork trap for catching lobsters, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creel",1,1,3 ], "the framework on a spinning machine that holds the bobbins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creel",1,1,4 ], "a wooden frame suspended from a ceiling, used for drying clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to crawl with the body near to or touching the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,2 ], "to move slowly, quietly, or cautiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,3 ], "to act in a servile way; fawn; cringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,4 ], "to move or slip out of place, as from pressure or wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,5 ], "(of plants) to grow along the ground or over rocks, producing roots, suckers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,5 ], "or tendrils at intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,6 ], "(of a body or substance) to become permanently deformed as a result of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,6 ], "applied stress, often when combined with heating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,7 ], "to develop gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,8 ], "to have the sensation of something crawling over the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,1,9 ], "(of metals) to undergo slow plastic deformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,2,1 ], "the act of creeping or a creeping movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,2,2 ], "a person considered to be obnoxious or servile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,2,3 ], "stress or heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,2,3 ], "the continuous permanent deformation of a body or substance as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,2,4 ], "the gradual downwards movement of loose rock material, soil, etc|, on a slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,2,5 ], "a slow relative movement of two adjacent parts, structural components, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creep",1,2,6 ], "slow plastic deformation of metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that creeps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,2 ], "a plant, such as the ivy or periwinkle, that grows by creeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| name for the tree creeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,4 ], "a hooked instrument for dragging deep water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,5 ], "a flat board or framework mounted on casters, used to lie on when working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,5 ], "under cars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,6 ], "a bowled ball that keeps low or travels along the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,7 ], "either of a pair of low iron supports for logs in a hearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeper",1,1,8 ], "a shoe with a soft sole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creepie",1,1,1 ], "a low stool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeping Jennie",1,1,1 ], "another name for moneywort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeping bent grass",1,1,1 ], "America: roots readily from the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creeping bent grass",1,1,1 ], "a grass, Agrostris palustris, grown as a pasture grass in Europe and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeping thistle",1,1,1 ], "a weedy Eurasian thistle, Cirsium arvense, common as a fast-spreading weed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeping thistle",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| U|S| name: Canada thistle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creeps",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creeps",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of fear, repulsion, disgust, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creepy",1,1,1 ], "creepier, creepiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creepy",1,1,2 ], "crawling on the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creepy",1,1,2 ], "having or causing a sensation of repulsion, horror, or fear, as of creatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creepy",1,1,3 ], "creeping; slow-moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creepy-crawly",1,1,1 ], "a small crawling creature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creepy-crawly",1,2,1 ], "feeling or causing a sensation as of creatures crawling on one's skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creese",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of kris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cremate",1,1,1 ], "to burn up (something, esp| a corpse) and reduce to ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cremator",1,1,1 ], "a furnace for cremating corpses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cremator",1,1,2 ], "a person who operates such a furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crematorium",1,1,1 ], "a building in which corpses are cremated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenate",1,1,1 ], "having a scalloped margin, as certain leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenation",1,1,1 ], "any of the rounded teeth or the notches between them on a crenate structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenation",1,1,2 ], "a crenate formation or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenel",1,1,1 ], "any of a set of openings formed in the top of a wall or parapet and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenel",1,1,1 ], "slanting sides, as in a battlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crenel",1,1,2 ], "another name for crenation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenellate",1,1,1 ], "to supply with battlements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenellate",1,1,2 ], "to form square indentations in (a moulding, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenulate",1,1,1 ], "having a margin very finely notched with rounded projections, as certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenulate",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crenulation",1,1,1 ], "any of the teeth or notches of a crenulate structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crenulation",1,1,2 ], "a crenulate formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creodont",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of extinct Tertiary mammals some of which are thought to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creodont",1,1,1 ], "been the ancestors of modern carnivores: order Carnivora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creole",1,1,1 ], "a language that has its origin in extended contact between two language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creole",1,1,1 ], "communities, one of which is generally European| It incorporates features from each and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creole",1,1,1 ], "constitutes the mother tongue of a community" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "creole",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of creole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creole",1,2,2 ], "(of a sauce or dish) containing or cooked with tomatoes, green peppers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creole",1,2,2 ], "onions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creolized",1,1,1 ], "(of a language) incorporating a considerable range of features from one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creolized",1,1,1 ], "more unrelated languages, as the result of contact between language communities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creophagous",1,1,1 ], "flesh-eating or carnivorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creosol",1,1,1 ], "CH3O(CH\3)C6H3OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "creosol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or pale yellow insoluble oily liquid with a smoky odour and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creosol",1,1,1 ], "burning taste; 2-methoxy-4-methylphenol: an active principle of creosote| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creosote bush",1,1,1 ], "a shrub, Larrea (or Covillea)tridentata of the western U|S| and Mexico, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creosote bush",1,1,1 ], "has resinous leaves with an odour resembling creosote: family Zygophyllaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creosote",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or pale yellow liquid mixture with a burning taste and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creosote",1,1,1 ], "penetrating odour distilled from wood tar, esp| from beechwood, contains creosol and other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creosote",1,1,1 ], "phenols, and is used as an antiseptic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "creosote",1,1,2 ], "a thick dark liquid mixture prepared from coal tar, containing phenols: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "creosote",1,1,2 ], "as a preservative for wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "creosote",1,2,1 ], "to treat (wood) with creosote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe de Chine",1,1,1,1 ], "a very thin crepe of silk or a similar light fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe de Chine",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe hair",1,1,1 ], "artificial hair, usually plaited and made of wool or vegetable fibre, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe hair",1,1,1 ], "theatrical make-up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crepe paper",1,1,1 ], "thin crinkled coloured paper, resembling crepe and used for decorations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe rubber",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to crepe" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "crepe rubber",1,1,1 ], "a type of crude natural rubber in the form of colourless or pale yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe rubber",1,1,1 ], "crinkled sheets, prepared by pressing bleached coagulated latex through corrugated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crepe rubber",1,1,1 ], "rollers: used for the soles of shoes and in making certain surgical and medical goods|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crepe rubber",1,1,2 ], "a similar synthetic rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe",1,1,1,1 ], "a light cotton, silk, or other fabric with a fine ridged or crinkled surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe",1,1,2 ], "a black armband originally made of this, worn as a sign of mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe",1,1,3 ], "a very thin pancake, often rolled or folded around a filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe",1,1,4 ], "short for crepe paper or crepe rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepe",1,2,1 ], "to cover or drape with crepe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepitate",1,1,1 ], "to make a rattling or crackling sound rattle or crackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepitus",1,1,1 ], "a crackling chest sound heard in pneumonia and other lung diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepitus",1,1,2 ], "the grating sound of two ends of a broken bone rubbing together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crept",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of creep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepuscular",1,1,1 ], "of or like twilight; dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepuscular",1,1,2 ], "(of certain insects, birds, and other animals) active at twilight or just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crepuscular",1,1,2 ], "before dawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,1,1 ], "the biconcave shape of the moon in its first or last quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,1,2 ], "any shape or object resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,1,2,1 ], "a crescent-shaped street, often lined with houses of the same style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,1,2,2 ], "Pelham Crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,1,3 ], "a crescent moon, used as the cadency mark of a second son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,1,3,1 ], "the emblem of Islam or Turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,1,3,2 ], "Islamic or Turkish power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crescent",1,2,1 ], "increasing or growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cresol",1,1,1 ], "acid" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cresol",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic compound derived from phenol, existing in three isomeric forms:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cresol",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic and disinfectant; hydroxytoluene| Formula: C6H4(CH\3)OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cresol",1,1,1 ], "found in coal tar and creosote and used in making synthetic resins and as an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cress",1,1,1 ], "any of various cruciferous plants of the genera Lepidum, Cardamine, Arabis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cress",1,1,1 ], "etc|, having pungent-tasting leaves often used in salads and as a garnish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cresset",1,1,1 ], "a metal basket mounted on a pole in which oil or pitch was burned for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cresset",1,1,1 ], "illumination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cressida" ,1, 1, 1],"Criseyde, or Cressidn",1). c_DEF([ "cressida" ,1, 1, 2],"(in medieval adaptations of the story of Troy) a lady who deserts her Trojan",1). c_DEF([ "cressida" ,1, 1, 2],"lover Troilus for the Greek Diomedes",2). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,1 ], "a tuft or growth of feathers, fur, or skin along the top of the heads of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,1 ], "birds, reptiles, and other animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,10 ], "identifying rings painted around an arrow shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,2 ], "something resembling or suggesting this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,3 ], "the top, highest point, or highest stage of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,4 ], "a ridge on the neck of a horse, dog, lion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,5 ], "the mane or hair growing from this ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,6 ], "an ornamental piece, such as a plume, on top of a helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,7 ], "a symbol of a family or office, usually representing a beast or bird, born in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,7 ], "addition to a coat of arms and used in medieval times to decorate the helmet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,8 ], "a ridge along the top of a roof, wall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,1,9 ], "a ridge along the surface of a bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,2,1 ], "to come or rise to a high point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,3,1 ], "to lie at the top of; cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crest",1,4,1 ], "to go to or reach the top of (a hill, wave, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crested tit",1,1,1 ], "a small European songbird, Parus cristatus, that has a greyish-brown plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crested tit",1,1,1 ], "with a prominent speckled black-and-white crest: family Paridae (tits)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crestfallen",1,1,1 ], "dejected, depressed, or disheartened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cresting",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental ridge along the top of a roof, wall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cresting",1,1,2 ], "a shaped decorative toprail or horizontal carved ornament surmounting a chair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cresting",1,1,2 ], "mirror, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cresylic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or containing creosote or cresol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cretaceous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or resembling chalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cretic",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot consisting of three syllables, the first long, the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cretic",1,1,1 ], "short, and the third long ()" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cretin",1,1,1 ], "a person afflicted with cretinism: a mentally retarded dwarf with wide-set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cretin",1,1,1 ], "eyes, a broad flat nose, and protruding tongue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cretin",1,1,2 ], "a person considered to be extremely stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cretinism",1,1,1 ], "a condition arising from a deficiency of thyroid hormone, present from birth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cretinism",1,1,1 ], "characterized by dwarfism and mental retardation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cretonne",1,1,1,1 ], "a heavy cotton or linen fabric with a printed design, used for furnishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cretonne",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crevasse",1,1,1 ], "a deep crack or fissure, esp| in the ice of a glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crevasse",1,1,2 ], "a break in a river embankment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crevasse",1,2,1 ], "to make a break or fissure in (a dyke, wall, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crevice",1,1,1 ], "a narrow fissure or crack; split; cleft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew cut",1,1,1 ], "a closely cropped haircut for men, originating in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew neck",1,1,1 ], "a plain round neckline in sweaters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew",1,1,1 ], "the men who man a ship, boat, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew",1,1,2 ], "a group of people assigned to a particular job or type of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew",1,1,3 ], "a gang, company, or crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew",1,1,4 ], "a band of armed men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew",1,2,1 ], "to serve on (a ship) as a member of the crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crew",2,1,1 ], "a past tense of crow ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crewel",1,1,1 ], "a loosely twisted worsted yarn, used in fancy work and embroidery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cri de coeur",1,1,1 ], "a cry from the heart; heartfelt or sincere appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 10],"a theft, esp| of another's writing or thoughts",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 11],"Also called (esp| U|S|): pony ,1,5|Informal, chiefly Brit| a translation of a",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 11],"foreign text or a list of answers used by students, often illicitly, as an aid in",2). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 11],"lessons, examinations, etc",3). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 12],"short for ,cribbage",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 13],"the discard pile",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 14],"a framework of heavy timbers laid in layers at right angles to one another,",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 14],"used in the construction of foundations, mines, etc",2). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 15],"a storage area for floating logs contained by booms",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 16],"food, esp| a light meal",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 1],"a child's bed with slatted wooden sides; cot",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 2],"a cattle stall or pen",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 3],"a fodder rack or manger",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 4],"a bin or granary for storing grain, etc",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 5],"a small crude cottage or room",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 6],"any small confined space",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 7],"a brothel",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 8],"a wicker basket",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 1, 9],"a representation of the manger in which the infant Jesus was laid at birth",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to put or enclose in or as if in a crib; furnish with a crib",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 3],"to steal another's writings or thoughts",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 5],"examination",2). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 5],"to copy either from a crib or from someone else during a lesson or",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 6],"(tr|) to line (a construction hole) with timber beams, logs, or planks",1). c_DEF([ "crib" ,1, 2, 7],"to grumble",1). c_DEF([ "crib-biting",1,1,1 ], "a harmful habit of horses in which the animal leans on the manger or seizes it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crib-biting",1,1,1 ], "with the teeth and swallows a gulp of air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cribbage board",1,1,1 ], "a board, with pegs and holes, used for scoring at cribbage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cribbage",1,1,1 ], "a game of cards for two to four, in which players try to win a set number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cribbage",1,1,1 ], "points before their opponents| Often shortened to crib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cribellum",1,1,1 ], "a sievelike spinning organ in certain spiders that occurs between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cribellum",1,1,1 ], "spinnerets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cribriform",1,1,1 ], "pierced with holes; sievelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cribwork",1,1,1 ], "another name for crib ,1,14" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crick",1,1,1 ], "a painful muscle spasm or cramp, esp| in the neck or back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crick",1,2,1 ], "to cause a crick in (the neck, back, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crick",2,1,1 ], "a dialect word for creek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the orthopterous family Gryllidae, having long antennae and, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",1,1,1 ], "the males, the ability to produce a chirping sound (stridulation) by rubbing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",1,1,1 ], "together the leathery forewings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",1,1,2 ], "any of various related insects, such as the mole cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",2,1,1,1 ], "a game played by two teams of eleven players on a field with a wicket at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",2,1,1,1 ], "a hard leather-covered ball with a bat while the other side tries to dismiss them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",2,1,1,1 ], "by bowling, catching, running them out, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",2,1,1,1 ], "either end of a 22-yard pitch, the object being for one side to score runs by hitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",2,1,2 ], "not cricket| Informal| not fair play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",2,2,1 ], "to play cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricket",3,1,1 ], "a small low stool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricoid",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the ring-shaped lowermost cartilage of the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cricoid",1,2,1 ], "this cartilage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crier",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that cries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crier",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) an official who made public announcements, esp| in a town or court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crier",1,1,3 ], "a person who shouts advertisements about the goods he is selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crikey",1,1,1 ], "an expression of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crim",1,2,1 ], "short for criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crime passionel",1,1,1 ], "a crime committed from passion, esp| sexual passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crime sheet",1,1,1 ], "a record of an individual's offences against regulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crime",1,1,1 ], "an act or omission prohibited and punished by law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crime",1,1,1,1 ], "unlawful acts in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crime",1,1,2 ], "an evil act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crime",1,1,3 ], "something to be regretted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal conversation",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a common law action brought by a husband by which he claimed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal conversation",1,1,1 ], "damages against an adulterer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criminal conversation",1,1,2 ], "another term for adultery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal law",1,1,1 ], "of offenders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criminal law",1,1,1 ], "the body of law dealing with the constitution of offences and the punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal",1,1,1 ], "a person charged with and convicted of crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal",1,1,2 ], "a person who commits crimes for a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal",1,2,1 ], "of, involving, or guilty of crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to crime or its punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminal",1,2,3 ], "senseless or deplorable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminality",1,1,2 ], "a criminal act or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminate",1,1,1 ], "to charge with a crime; accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminate",1,1,2 ], "to condemn or censure (an action, event, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminate",1,1,3 ], "short for incriminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criminology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of crime, criminal behaviour, law enforcement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimmer",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of krimmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,1 ], "to fold or press into ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,2 ], "metal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,2 ], "to fold and pinch together (something, such as the edges of two pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,3 ], "to curl or wave (the hair) tightly, esp| with curling tongs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,4 ], "effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,4 ], "to decorate (the edge of pastry) by pinching with the fingers to give a fluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,5 ], "cooked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,5 ], "to gash (fish or meat) with a knife to make the flesh firmer and crisper when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,6 ], "to bend or mould (leather) into shape, as for shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,7 ], "to bend the edges of (a metal plate) before forming into a cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,1,8 ], "to hinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,2,1 ], "the act or result of folding or pressing together or into ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,2,2 ], "a tight wave or curl in the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,2,3 ], "a crease or fold in a metal sheet for rigidity or to make a lapped joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",1,2,4 ], "the natural wave of wool fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",2,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person who swindled or pressganged men into military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimp",2,2,1 ], "to recruit by coercion or under false pretences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimple",1,1,1 ], "to crumple, wrinkle, or curl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimson",1,1,1,1 ], "a deep or vivid red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimson",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimson",1,2,1 ], "to make or become crimson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crimson",1,3,1 ], "to blush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crim| con|",1,1,1 ], "criminal conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crim|",1,1,1 ], "criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cringe",1,1,1 ], "to shrink or flinch, esp| in fear or servility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cringe",1,1,2 ], "to behave in a servile or timid way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cringe",1,2,1 ], "the act of cringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cringle",1,1,1 ], "an eye at the edge of a sail, usually formed from a thimble or grommet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinite",1,1,1 ], "covered with soft hairs or tufts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinite",2,1,1 ], "short for encrinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinkle",1,1,1 ], "to form or cause to form wrinkles, twists, or folds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinkle",1,1,2 ], "to make or cause to make a rustling noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinkle",1,2,1 ], "a wrinkle, twist, or fold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinkle",1,2,2 ], "a rustling noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinkleroot",1,1,1 ], "America, which has a fleshy pungent rhizome and clusters of white or pinkish flowers:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crinkleroot",1,1,1 ], "any of several species of the toothwort Dentaria, esp| D| diphylla of E North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinkleroot",1,1,1 ], "family Cruciferae (crucifers)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crinkum-crankum",1,1,1 ], "a fanciful name for any object that is full of twists and turns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinoid",1,1,1 ], "any primitive echinoderm of the class Crinoidea, having delicate feathery arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinoid",1,1,1 ], "radiating from a central disc| The group includes the free-swimming feather stars, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crinoid",1,1,1 ], "sessile sea lilies, and many stemmed fossil forms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crinoid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Crinoidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinoid",1,2,2 ], "shaped like a lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinoline",1,1,1 ], "a stiff fabric, originally of horsehair and linen used in lining garments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinoline",1,1,2 ], "a petticoat stiffened with this, worn to distend skirts, esp| in the mid-19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinoline",1,1,2 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crinoline",1,1,3 ], "a framework of steel hoops worn for the same purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinum",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the mostly tropical amaryllidaceous genus Crinum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crinum",1,1,1 ], "straplike leaves and clusters of lily-like flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criollo",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of Latin America of European descent, esp| of Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criollo",1,1,1 ], "descent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criollo",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various South American breeds of domestic animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criollo",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criollo",1,1,2 ], "a high-quality variety of cocoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criollo",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a criollo or criollos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cripes",1,1,1 ], "an expression of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cripple",1,1,1 ], "a person who is lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cripple",1,1,2 ], "a person who is or seems disabled or deficient in some way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cripple",1,1,3 ], "a dense thicket, usually in marshy land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cripple",1,2,1 ], "to make a cripple of; disable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crippling",1,1,1 ], "very damaging or injurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisis",1,1,1 ], "a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisis",1,1,1 ], "sequence of events or a disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crisis",1,1,2 ], "an unstable period, esp| one of extreme trouble or danger in politics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisis",1,1,2 ], "economics, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crisis",1,1,3 ], "a sudden change, for better or worse, in the course of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,1 ], "dry and brittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,2 ], "fresh and firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,3 ], "invigorating or bracing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,4 ], "clear; sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,5 ], "lively or stimulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,6 ], "clean and orderly; neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,7 ], "concise and pithy; terse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,1,8 ], "wrinkled or curly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,2,1 ], "to make or become crisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,3,1 ], "a very thin slice of potato fried and eaten cold as a snack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisp",1,3,2 ], "something that is crisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crispate",1,1,1 ], "having a curled or waved appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crispation",1,1,1 ], "the act of curling or state of being curled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crispation",1,1,2 ], "any slight muscular spasm or contraction that gives a creeping sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crispation",1,1,3 ], "a slight undulation, such as a ripple on the surface of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crispbread",1,1,1 ], "a thin dry biscuit made of wheat or rye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisper",1,1,1 ], "a compartment in a refrigerator for storing salads, vegetables, etc|, in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisper",1,1,1 ], "to keep them fresh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crispy",1,1,1 ], "crispier, crispiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crispy",1,1,2 ], "crisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crispy",1,1,3 ], "having waves or curls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisscross",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move in a crosswise pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisscross",1,1,2 ], "to mark with or consist of a pattern of crossing lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisscross",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a number of lines) crossing one another in different directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisscross",1,3,1 ], "a pattern made of crossing lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisscross",1,3,2 ], "a U|S| term for noughts and crosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crisscross",1,4,1 ], "in a crosswise manner or pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crissum",1,1,1 ], "the area or feathers surrounding the cloaca of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crista",1,1,1 ], "Biology| a structure resembling a ridge or crest, as on the inner membrane of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crista",1,1,1 ], "a mitochondrion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cristate",1,1,1 ], "having a crest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cristate",1,1,2 ], "forming a crest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cristobalite",1,1,1 ], "a white microcrystalline mineral consisting of silica and occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cristobalite",1,1,1 ], "volcanic rocks| Formula: SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criterion",1,1,1 ], "a standard by which something can be judged or decided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critic",1,1,1 ], "a person who judges something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critic",1,1,2 ], "a professional judge of art, music, literature, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critic",1,1,3 ], "a person who often finds fault and criticizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical angle",1,1,1 ], "reflected at an interface between substances of different refractive index" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical angle",1,1,1 ], "the smallest possible angle of incidence for which light rays are totally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical angle",1,1,2 ], "another name for stalling angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical apparatus",1,1,1 ], "edition of a text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical apparatus",1,1,1 ], "the variant readings, footnotes, etc| found in a scholarly work or a critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical constants",1,1,1 ], "critical state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical constants",1,1,1 ], "the physical constants that express the properties of a substance in its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical mass",1,1,1 ], "reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical mass",1,1,1 ], "the minimum mass of fissionable material that can sustain a nuclear chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical path analysis",1,1,1 ], "a technique for planning complex projects by analysing alternative systems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical path analysis",1,1,1 ], "longest time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "critical path analysis",1,1,1 ], "with reference to the critical path, which is the sequence of stages requiring the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical period",1,1,1 ], "a period in a lifetime during which a specific stage of development usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical period",1,1,1 ], "occurs| If it fails to do so, it cannot afterwards occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical point",1,1,1,1 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical point",1,1,1,1 ], "the point on a phase diagram that represents the critical state of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical point",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for critical state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical point",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for stationary point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical pressure",1,1,1 ], "critical state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical pressure",1,1,1 ], "the pressure of a gas or the saturated vapour pressure of a substance in its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical state",1,1,1 ], "pressure, and volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical state",1,1,1 ], "the state of a substance in which two of its phases have the same temperature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical temperature",1,1,1 ], "liquefied by pressure alone at temperatures below its critical temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical temperature",1,1,1 ], "the temperature of a substance in its critical state| A gas can only be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical volume",1,1,1 ], "state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical volume",1,1,1 ], "the volume occupied by one mole or unit mass of a substance in its critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,1 ], "containing or making severe or negative judgments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,2 ], "containing careful or analytical evaluations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,3 ], "of or involving a critic or criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,4 ], "of or forming a crisis; crucial; decisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,5 ], "urgently needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,6 ], "of, denoting, or concerned with a state in which the properties of a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,6 ], "undergo an abrupt change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,7 ], "go critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,8 ], "(of a nuclear power station or reactor) to reach a state in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critical",1,1,8 ], "nuclear-fission chain reaction becomes self-sustaining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criticism",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criticism",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of making an unfavourable or severe judgment, comment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criticism",1,1,2 ], "the analysis or evaluation of a work of art, literature, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criticism",1,1,3 ], "the occupation of a critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criticism",1,1,4 ], "a work that sets out to evaluate or analyse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criticism",1,1,5 ], "establish an authentic text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "criticism",1,1,5 ], "the investigation of a particular text, with related material, in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criticize",1,1,1 ], "to judge (something) with disapproval; censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "criticize",1,1,2 ], "to evaluate or analyse (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critique",1,1,1 ], "a critical essay or commentary, esp| on artistic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critique",1,1,2 ], "the act or art of criticizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "critter",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for creature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crit|",1,1,1 ], "critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crit|",1,1,2 ], "criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crl",1,1,1 ], "a cream or custard dessert covered with caramelized sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croak",1,1,1 ], "(of frogs, crows, etc|) to make a low, hoarse cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croak",1,1,2 ], "to utter (something) in this manner, esp| when exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croak",1,2,1 ], "to grumble or be pessimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croak",1,2,1,1 ], "to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croak",1,2,1,2 ], "to kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croak",1,3,1 ], "a low hoarse utterance or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croaker",1,1,1 ], "an animal, bird, etc|, that croaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croaker",1,1,2 ], "any of various mainly tropical marine sciaenid fishes, such as Umbrina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croaker",1,1,2 ], "roncador , that utter croaking noises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "croaker",1,1,3 ], "a grumbling person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocein",1,1,1 ], "any one of a group of red or orange acid azo dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crochet" ,1, 1, 1],"thread with a hooked needle (crochet hook)",2). c_DEF([ "crochet" ,1, 1, 1],"to make (a piece of needlework, a garment, etc|) by looping and intertwining",1). c_DEF([ "crochet" ,1, 2, 1],"work made by crocheting",1). c_DEF([ "crochet" ,1, 2, 2],"another name for ,crocket",1). c_DEF([ "crocidolite",1,1,1 ], "a blue fibrous amphibole mineral consisting of sodium iron silicate: a variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocidolite",1,1,1 ], "of asbestos used in cement products and pressure piping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crock",1,1,1 ], "an earthen pot, jar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",1,1,2 ], "a piece of broken earthenware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing, such as a car, that is old or decrepit (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",2,1,1 ], "old crock)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crock",2,1,2 ], "an old broken-down horse or ewe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",2,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become weak or disabled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",3,1,1 ], "soot or smut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",3,1,2 ], "colour that rubs off fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",3,2,1 ], "to soil with or as if with soot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",3,3,1 ], "(of a dyed fabric) to release colour when rubbed, as a result of imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crock",3,3,1 ], "dyeing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocked",1,1,1 ], "injured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocked",1,1,2 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crockery",1,1,1 ], "china dishes, earthen vessels, etc|, collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocket",1,1,1 ], "a carved ornament in the form of a curled leaf or cusp, used in Gothic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocket",1,1,1 ], "architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile bird",1,1,1 ], "an African courser, Pluvianus aegyptius, that lives close to rivers and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile bird",1,1,1 ], "thought to feed on insects parasitic on crocodiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile tears",1,1,1 ], "an insincere show of grief; false tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile",1,1,1 ], "any large tropical reptile, such as C| niloticus , of the family Crocodylidae:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile",1,1,1 ], "order Crocodilia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile",1,1,2 ], "(crocodilians)| They have a broad head, tapering snout, massive jaws, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile",1,1,2 ], "thick outer covering of bony plates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile",1,1,3 ], "any other reptile of the order Crocodilia;a crocodilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile",1,1,3,1 ], "leather made from the skin of any of these animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodile",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodilian",1,1,1 ], "any large predatory reptile of the order Crocodilia, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodilian",1,1,1 ], "crocodiles, alligators, and caymans| They live in or near water and have a long broad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocodilian",1,1,1 ], "snout, powerful jaws, a four-chambered heart, and socketed teeth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crocodilian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Crocodilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocodilian",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a crocodile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocoite",1,1,1 ], "a rare orange secondary mineral consisting of lead chromate in monoclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocoite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| Formula: PbCrO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocus",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the iridaceous genus Crocus, widely cultivated in gardens, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocus",1,1,1 ], "white, yellow, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crocus",1,1,2 ], "another name for jewellers'rouge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crocus",1,2,1 ], "of a saffron yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croft",1,1,1 ], "a small enclosed plot of land, adjoining a house, worked by the occupier and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croft",1,1,1 ], "his family, esp| in Scotland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "croft",1,1,2 ], "a patch of waste land, formerly one used for bleaching fabric in the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crofter",1,1,1 ], "an owner or tenant of a small farm, esp| in Scotland or northern England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croissant",1,1,1 ], "a flaky crescent-shaped bread roll made of a yeast dough similar to puff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croissant",1,1,1 ], "pastry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crombec",1,1,1 ], "any African Old World warbler of the genus Sylvietta, having colourful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crombec",1,1,1 ], "plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cromlech",1,1,1 ], "a megalithic chamber tomb or dolmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cromlech",1,1,2 ], "a circle of prehistoric standing stones or a single one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crone",1,1,1 ], "a witchlike old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cronk",1,1,1 ], "unfit; unsound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crony",1,1,1 ], "a friend or companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,1,1 ], "a curved or hooked thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,1,2 ], "a staff with a hooked end, such as a bishop's crosier or shepherd's staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,1,3 ], "a turn or curve; bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,1,4 ], "a dishonest person, esp| a swindler or thief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,1,5 ], "the act or an instance of crooking or bending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,1,6 ], "a piece of tubing added to a brass instrument in order to obtain a lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,1,6 ], "harmonic series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,2,1 ], "to bend or curve or cause to bend or curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,3,1,1 ], "ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,3,1,2 ], "of poor quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,3,1,3 ], "unpleasant; bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,3,2 ], "go crook| Austral| slang| to lose one's temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crook",1,3,3 ], "go crook at or on| Austral| slang| to rebuke or upbraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crookback",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for hunchback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crooked",1,1,1 ], "bent, angled or winding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crooked",1,1,2 ], "set at an angle; not straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crooked",1,1,3 ], "deformed or contorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crooked",1,1,4 ], "dishonest or illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crooked",1,1,5 ], "crooked on|Austral| informal| hostile or averse to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croon",1,1,1 ], "to sing or speak in a soft low tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croon",1,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croon",1,1,3 ], "to lament or wail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croon",1,2,1 ], "a soft low singing or humming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crop out",1,1,1 ], "(of a formation of rock strata) to appear or be exposed at the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crop out",1,1,1 ], "ground outcrop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crop rotation",1,1,1 ], "the system of growing a sequence of different crops on the same ground so as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crop rotation",1,1,1 ], "to maintain or increase its fertility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crop up",1,1,1 ], "to occur or appear unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the amount of such produce in any particular season",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the yield of some other farm produce",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 1],"the produce of cultivated plants, esp| cereals, vegetables, and fruit",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 2],"a group of products, thoughts, people, etc|, appearing at one time or in one",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 2],"season",2). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 3],"the stock of a thonged whip",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a pouchlike expanded part of the oesophagus of birds, in which food is stored",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"or partially digested before passing on to the gizzard",2). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"a similar structure in insects, earthworms, and other invertebrates",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 4],"short for ,riding crop",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 5],"the entire tanned hide of an animal",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 6],"a short cropped hair style",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 7],"a notch in or a piece cut out of the ear of an animal",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 1, 8],"the act of cropping",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 1],"to cut (hair, grass, etc|) very short",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 2],"been grown",2). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 2],"to cut and collect (mature produce) from the land or plant on which it has",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 3],"identification",2). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 3],"to clip part of (the ear or ears) of (an animal), esp| as a means of",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 4],"(also intr|) to cause (land) to bear or (of land) to bear or yield a crop",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 5],"(of herbivorous animals) to graze on (grass or similar vegetation)",1). c_DEF([ "crop" ,1, 2, 6],"to cut off or mask unwanted edges or areas of (a negative or print)",1). c_DEF([ "crop-dusting",1,1,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crop-dusting",1,1,1 ], "the spreading of fungicide, etc| on crops in the form of dust, often from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crop-eared",1,1,1 ], "having the ears or hair cut short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,1 ], "a person who cultivates or harvests a crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,1,1 ], "a cutting machine for removing the heads from castings and ingots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,1,2 ], "a guillotine for cutting lengths of bar or strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,2 ], "a machine for shearing the nap from cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,3 ], "a plant or breed of plant that will produce a certain kind of crop under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,3 ], "specified conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,4 ], "a variety of domestic pigeon with a puffed-out crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,5 ], "come a cropper| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,5,1 ], "to fall heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cropper",1,1,5,2 ], "to fail completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croquet" ,1, 1, 1],"a game for two to four players who hit a wooden ball through iron hoops with",1). c_DEF([ "croquet" ,1, 1, 1],"mallets in order to hit a peg",2). c_DEF([ "croquet" ,1, 1, 2],"the act of croqueting",1). c_DEF([ "croquet" ,1, 2, 1],"(-ke$Iz, -k$Iz), queting (-ke$I$I&n, -k$I$I&n), queted (-ke$Id, -k$Id)",1). c_DEF([ "croquet" ,1, 2, 2],"are in contact",2). c_DEF([ "croquet" ,1, 2, 2],"to drive away (another player's ball) by hitting one's own ball when the two",1). c_DEF([ "croquette",1,1,1 ], "a savoury cake of minced meat, fish, etc|, fried in breadcrumbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crore",1,1,1 ], "(in Indian English) ten million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosier",1,1,1 ], "a staff surmounted by a crook or cross, carried by bishops as a symbol of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosier",1,1,1 ], "pastoral office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosier",1,1,2 ], "the tip of a young plant, esp| a fern frond, that is coiled into a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross bedding",1,1,1 ], "layering within one or more beds in a series of rock strata that does not run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross bedding",1,1,1 ], "parallel to the plane of stratification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross hairs",1,1,1 ], "another name for cross wires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross of Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "a cross with two horizontal bars above and below the midpoint of the vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross of Lorraine",1,1,1 ], "bar, the lower longer than the upper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross press",1,1,1 ], "a fall in wrestling using the weight of the body to pin an opponent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross press",1,1,1 ], "shoulders to the floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross product",1,1,1 ], "another name for vector product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross relation",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for false relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,1 ], "a plane surface formed by cutting across a solid, esp| perpendicular to its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,1 ], "longest axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,2 ], "a section cut off in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,3 ], "the act of cutting anything in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,4 ], "a random selection or sample, esp| one regarded as representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,5 ], "a vertical section of a line of ground at right angles to a survey line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,6 ], "a measure of the probability that a collision process will result in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,6 ], "as a target for the other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cross section",1,1,6 ], "particular reaction| It is expressed by the effective area that one participant presents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross vine",1,1,1 ], "a woody bignoniaceous vine, Bignonia capreolata, of the southeastern U|S|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross vine",1,1,1 ], "having large trumpet-shaped reddish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross wires",1,1,1 ], "line of sight" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cross wires",1,1,1 ], "of a theodolite, gunsight, or other optical instrument and are used to define the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross wires",1,1,1 ], "two fine mutually perpendicular lines or wires that cross in the focal plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,1 ], "a structure or symbol consisting essentially of two intersecting lines or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,1 ], "pieces at right angles to one another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,10 ], "the place in a town or village where a cross has been set up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,11 ], "a pipe fitting, in the form of a cross, for connecting four pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,11,1 ], "the process of crossing; hybridization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,11,2 ], "an individual produced as a result of this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,12 ], "a mixture of two qualities or types" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,13 ], "an opposition, hindrance, or misfortune; affliction (esp| in the phrase bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,13 ], "one's cross)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,14 ], "a match or game in which the outcome has been rigged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,15 ], "a fraud or swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,16 ], "a straight punch delivered from the side, esp| with the right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,17 ], "on the cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,17,1 ], "diagonally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,17,2 ], "Slang| dishonestly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,2 ], "a wooden structure used as a means of execution, consisting of an upright post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,2 ], "with a transverse piece to which people were nailed or tied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,3 ], "a representation of the Cross used as an emblem of Christianity or as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,3 ], "reminder of Christ's death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,4 ], "(#M) used as a signature, point of intersection, error mark, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,4 ], "any mark or shape consisting of two intersecting lines, esp| such a symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,5 ], "a sign representing the Cross made either by tracing a figure in the air or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,5 ], "touching the forehead, breast, and either shoulder in turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,6 ], "any conventional variation of the Christian symbol, used emblematically," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,6 ], "decoratively, or heraldically, such as a Maltese, tau, or Greek cross" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,7 ], "angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,7 ], "any of several charges in which one line crosses or joins another at right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,8 ], "a cruciform emblem awarded to indicate membership of an order or as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,8 ], "decoration for distinguished service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,1,9 ], "Christianity or Christendom, esp| as contrasted with non-Christian religions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,1 ], "to set (the yard of a square sail) athwartships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,2 ], "cross a bridge when one comes to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,2,1 ], "to deal with matters, problems, etc|, as they arise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,2,2 ], "not to anticipate difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,3 ], "bringing good luck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,3 ], "cross one's fingers| to fold one finger across another in the hope of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,4 ], "cross one's heart| to promise or pledge, esp| by making the sign of a cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,4 ], "over one's heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,5 ], "cross one's mind| to occur to one briefly or suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,6 ], "cross someone's palm| to give someone money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,7 ], "cross the path to meet or thwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,8 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,10,9 ], "cross swords| to enter into an argument or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,11,1 ], "angry; ill-humoured; vexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,11,2 ], "lying or placed across; transverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,11,3 ], "involving interchange; reciprocal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,11,4 ], "contrary or unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,11,5 ], "another word for crossbred ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,11,6 ], "a Brit| slang word for dishonest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by over) to move or go across (something); traverse or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,2,1 ], "intersect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,2,1,1 ], "to meet and pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,2,1,2 ], "(of each of two letters in the post) to be dispatched before receipt of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,2,1,2 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,3,1 ], "to cancel with a cross or with lines; delete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,4,1 ], "to place or put in a form resembling a cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,5,1 ], "to mark with a cross or crosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,6,1 ], "payable only into a bank account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,6,1 ], "to draw two parallel lines across the face of (a cheque) and so make it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,7,1,1 ], "(someone or something) in token of blessing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,7,1,1 ], "to trace the form of the Cross, usually with the thumb or index finger upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,7,1,2 ], "to make the sign of the Cross upon (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,8,1 ], "(of telephone lines) to interfere with each other so that three or perhaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,8,1 ], "four callers are connected together at one time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,8,2 ], "to cause fertilization between (plants or animals of different breeds, races," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,8,2 ], "varieties, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross",1,9,1 ], "to oppose the wishes or plans of; thwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-",1,1,1 ], "indicating action from one individual, group, etc|, to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-",1,1,2 ], "indicating movement, position, etc|, across something (sometimes implying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-",1,1,2 ], "interference, opposition, or contrary action)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-",1,1,3 ], "indicating a crosslike figure or intersection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-bench",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-bench",1,1,2 ], "a seat in Parliament occupied by a neutral or independent member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-buttock",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling throw in which the hips are used as a fulcrum to throw an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-buttock",1,1,1 ], "opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-country",1,2,1 ], "by way of fields, woods, etc|, as opposed to roads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-country",1,2,2 ], "across a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-country",1,3,1 ], "a long race held over open ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-dating",1,1,1 ], "a method of dating objects, remains, etc|, by comparison and correlation with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-dating",1,1,1 ], "other sites and levels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-examine",1,1,1 ], "his testimony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-examine",1,1,1 ], "to examine (a witness for the opposing side), as in attempting to discredit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-examine",1,1,2 ], "to examine closely or relentlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-eye",1,1,1 ], "a turning inwards towards the nose of one or both eyes, caused by abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-eye",1,1,1 ], "alignment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-fade",1,1,1 ], "to fade in one sound source as another is being faded out|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-fertilization",1,1,1 ], "fertilization by the fusion of male and female gametes from different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-fertilization",1,1,1 ], "individuals of the same species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-fertilization",1,1,2 ], "cross-pollination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-fertilize",1,1,1 ], "to subject or be subjected to cross-fertilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-garnet",1,1,1 ], "a hinge with a long horizontal strap fixed to the face of a door and a short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-garnet",1,1,1 ], "vertical leaf fixed to the door frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-grained",1,1,1 ], "(of timber) having the fibres arranged irregularly or in a direction that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-grained",1,1,1 ], "deviates from the axis of the piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-grained",1,1,2 ], "perverse, cantankerous, or stubborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-index",1,1,1 ], "a note or notes referring the reader to other material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-index",1,2,1 ], "(of a note in a book, etc|) to refer to related material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-index",1,2,2 ], "to provide or be provided with cross-indexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-legged",1,1,1 ], "standing or sitting with one leg crossed over the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-link",1,1,1 ], "a chemical bond, atom, or group of atoms that connects two adjacent chains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-link",1,1,1 ], "atoms in a large molecule such as a polymer or protein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-ply",1,1,1 ], "(of a motor tyre) having the fabric cords in the outer casing running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-ply",1,1,1 ], "diagonally to stiffen the sidewalls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-pollinate",1,1,1 ], "to subject or be subjected to cross-pollination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-pollination",1,1,1 ], "flower by the action of wind, insects, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-pollination",1,1,1 ], "the transfer of pollen from the anthers of one flower to the stigma of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-purpose",1,1,1 ], "a contrary aim or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-purpose",1,1,2 ], "at cross-purposes| conflicting; opposed; disagreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-question",1,1,1 ], "to cross-examine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-question",1,2,1 ], "a question asked in cross-examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-refer",1,1,1 ], "to refer from one part of something, esp| a book, to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-reference",1,1,1 ], "a reference within a text to another part of the text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-reference",1,2,1 ], "to cross-refer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-slide",1,1,1 ], "across which it slides at right angles to the bed of the lathe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cross-slide",1,1,1 ], "the part of a lathe or planing machine on which the tool post is mounted and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-stitch",1,1,1 ], "an embroidery stitch made by two stitches forming a cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-stitch",1,1,2 ], "embroidery worked with this stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-stitch",1,2,1 ], "to embroider (a piece of needlework) with cross-stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cross-town",1,1,1 ], "going across or following a route across a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbar",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal bar, line, stripe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbar",1,1,2 ], "a horizontal beam across a pair of goalposts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbar",1,1,3 ], "a horizontal bar mounted on vertical posts used in athletics or show-jumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbar",1,1,4 ], "supports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossbar",1,1,4 ], "the horizontal bar on a man's bicycle that joins the handlebar and saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbeam",1,1,1 ], "a beam that spans from one support to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbill",1,1,1 ], "any of various widely distributed finches of the genus Loxia, such as L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbill",1,1,1 ], "curvirostra, that occur in coniferous woods and have a bill with crossed mandible tips for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossbill",1,1,1 ], "feeding on conifer seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crossbow",1,1,1 ], "a square-headed arrow (quarrel)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossbow",1,1,1 ], "a type of medieval bow fixed transversely on a wooden stock grooved to direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbred",1,1,1 ], "(of plants or animals) produced as a result of crossbreeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbred",1,2,1 ], "a crossbred plant or animal, esp| an animal resulting from a cross between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbred",1,2,1 ], "pure breeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossbreed",1,1,1 ], "breeds, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossbreed",1,1,1 ], "to breed (animals or plants) using parents of different races, varieties," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossbreed",1,2,1 ], "the offspring produced by such a breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosscheck",1,1,1 ], "consulting other sources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosscheck",1,1,1 ], "to verify (a fact, report, etc|) by considering conflicting opinions or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosscheck",1,1,2 ], "(in ice hockey) to check illegally, as by chopping at an opponent's arms or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosscheck",1,1,2 ], "stick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosscheck",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of crosschecking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosscurrent",1,1,1 ], "a current in a river or sea flowing across another current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosscurrent",1,1,2 ], "a conflicting tendency moving counter to the usual trend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosscut saw",1,1,1 ], "a saw for cutting timber across the grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 1, 1],"cut at right angles or obliquely to the major axis",1). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 2, 1],"a transverse cut or course",1). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 2, 2],"a less common word for ,short cut",1). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 2, 3],"a tunnel through a vein of ore or from the shaft to a vein",1). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 3, 1],"to cut across",1). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 3, 2],"Also called: intercut| Films",1). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 3, 3],"the same time",2). c_DEF([ "crosscut" ,1, 3, 3],"to link (two sequences or two shots) so that they appear to be taking place at",1). c_DEF([ "crosse",1,1,1 ], "a light staff with a triangular frame to which a network is attached, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosse",1,1,1 ], "playing lacrosse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossfire",1,1,1 ], "converging fire from one or more positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossfire",1,1,2 ], "a lively exchange of ideas, opinions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosshatch",1,1,1 ], "lines that cross one another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosshatch",1,1,1 ], "to shade or hatch (forms, figures, etc|) with two or more sets of parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosshead",1,1,1 ], "a subsection or paragraph heading printed within the body of the text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosshead",1,1,2 ], "a block or beam, usually restrained by sliding bearings in a reciprocating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosshead",1,1,2 ], "engine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crosshead",1,1,2 ], "mechanism, esp| the junction piece between the piston rod and connecting rod of a steam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosshead",1,1,3 ], "a bar fixed across the top of the rudder post to which the tiller is attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosshead",1,1,4 ], "a block, rod, or beam fixed at the head of any part of a mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossing over",1,1,1 ], "diplotene stage of meiosis| It results in the separation of genes and produces variation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossing over",1,1,1 ], "in the inherited characteristics of the offspring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crossing over",1,1,1 ], "the interchange of sections between pairing homologous chromosomes during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossing",1,1,1 ], "the place where one thing crosses another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossing",1,1,2 ], "a place, often shown by markings, lights, or poles, where a street, railway," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossing",1,1,2 ], "etc|, may be crossed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossing",1,1,3 ], "the intersection of the nave and transept in a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossing",1,1,4 ], "the act or process of crossbreeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossjack",1,1,1 ], "a square sail on a ship's mizzenmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosslet",1,1,1 ], "a cross having a smaller cross near the end of each arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossopterygian",1,1,1 ], "any bony fish of the subclass Crossopterygii, having fleshy limblike pectoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossopterygian",1,1,1 ], "fins| The group, now mostly extinct, contains the ancestors of the amphibians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossopterygian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Crossopterygii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossover network",1,1,1 ], "an electronic network in a high-fidelity system that divides the output into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossover network",1,1,1 ], "higher frequencies to a tweeter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crossover network",1,1,1 ], "two or more frequency bands, the lower frequencies being fed to a woofer, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossover",1,1,1 ], "a place at which a crossing is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossover",1,1,1,1 ], "another term for crossing over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossover",1,1,1,2 ], "a chromosomal structure or character resulting from crossing over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossover",1,1,2 ], "a point of transfer between two main lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossover",1,1,3 ], "short for crossover network" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosspatch",1,1,1 ], "a peevish bad-tempered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosspiece",1,1,1 ], "a transverse beam, joist, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossroad",1,1,1 ], "a road that crosses another road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossroad",1,1,2 ], "a road that crosses from one main road to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossroads",1,1,1 ], "an area or the point at which two or more roads cross each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossroads",1,1,2 ], "the crossroads)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossroads",1,1,2 ], "the point at which an important choice has to be made (esp| in the phrase at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossruff",1,1,1 ], "and dummy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crossruff",1,1,1 ], "the alternate trumping of each other's leads by two partners, or by declarer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossruff",1,2,1 ], "to trump alternately in two hands of a partnership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosstalk",1,1,1 ], "from one or more other channels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosstalk",1,1,1 ], "unwanted sounds heard in one receiving channel due to a transfer of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosstalk",1,1,2 ], "rapid or witty talk or conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosstree",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of wooden or metal braces on the head of a lower mast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosstree",1,1,1 ], "support the topmast, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosswalk",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for pedestrian crossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosswind",1,1,1 ], "a wind that blows at right angles to the direction of travel of an aircraft or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosswind",1,1,1 ], "ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosswise",1,2,1 ], "across; transversely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosswise",1,2,2 ], "in the shape of a cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossword puzzle",1,1,1 ], "a puzzle in which the solver guesses words suggested by numbered clues and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crossword puzzle",1,1,1 ], "pattern" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crossword puzzle",1,1,1 ], "writes them into corresponding boxes in a grid to form a vertical and horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crosswort",1,1,1 ], "a herbaceous perennial Eurasian rubiaceous plant, Galium cruciata, with pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crosswort",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers and whorls of hairy leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crotch",1,1,1,1 ], "the angle formed by the inner sides of the legs where they join the human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotch",1,1,1,1 ], "trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crotch",1,1,1,2 ], "the human external genitals or the genital area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotch",1,1,1,3 ], "the corresponding part of a pair of trousers, pants, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotch",1,1,2 ], "a forked region formed by the junction of two members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotch",1,1,3 ], "a forked pole or stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotchet",1,1,1 ], "a note having the time value of a quarter of a semibreve| Usual U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotchet",1,1,1 ], "quarter note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crotchet",1,1,2 ], "a small hook or hooklike device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotchet",1,1,3 ], "a perverse notion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotchet",1,1,4 ], "a small notched or hooked process, as in an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotchety",1,1,1 ], "cross; irritable; contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotchety",1,1,2 ], "full of crotchets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croton oil",1,1,1 ], "a drastic purgative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "croton oil",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-brown oil obtained from the plant Croton tiglium, formerly used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croton",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or tree of the chiefly tropical euphorbiaceous genus Croton, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croton",1,1,1 ], "tiglium, the seeds of which yield croton oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "croton",1,1,2 ], "any of various tropical plants of the related genus Codiaeum, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croton",1,1,2 ], "variegatum pictum, a house plant with variegated foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crotonic acid",1,1,1 ], "CH3CHCHCOOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crotonic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline insoluble unsaturated carboxylic acid produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crotonic acid",1,1,1 ], "oxidation of crotonaldehyde and used in organic synthesis;trans-2-butenoic acid| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crouch",1,1,1 ], "to bend low with the limbs pulled up close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crouch",1,2,1 ], "to cringe, as in humility or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crouch",1,3,1 ], "to bend (parts of the body), as in humility or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crouch",1,4,1 ], "the act of stooping or bending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croup",1,1,1 ], "a throat condition, occurring usually in children, characterized by a hoarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croup",1,1,1 ], "cough and laboured breathing, resulting from inflammation and partial obstruction of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "croup",1,1,1 ], "the larynx" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "croup",2,1,1 ], "the hindquarters of a quadruped, esp| a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croup",3,1,1 ], "dialect| to squat on one's haunches; crouch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croupier",1,1,1 ], "a person who deals cards, collects bets, etc|, at a gaming table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crouse",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect| lively or saucy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croute",1,1,1 ], "a small round of toasted bread on which a savoury mixture is served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crouton",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of fried or toasted bread, usually served in soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow blackbird",1,1,1 ], "another name for grackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow step",1,1,1 ], "another term for corbie-step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,1 ], "and Asia: family Corvidae|Other species are the raven, rook, and jackdaw and all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,1 ], "any large gregarious songbird of the genus Corvus, esp| C| corone of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,1 ], "have a heavy bill, glossy black plumage, and rounded wings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,2 ], "any of various other corvine birds, such as the jay, magpie, and nutcracker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar birds of other families" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,4 ], "an old or ugly woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,5 ], "short for crowbar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,6 ], "as the crow flies| as directly as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,7 ], "eat crow| U|S| informal| to be forced to do something humiliating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,8 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crow",1,1,8 ], "stone the crows|Brit| and Austral| slang| an expression of surprise, horror," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",2,1,1 ], "(past tense crowed or crew) to utter a shrill squawking sound, as a cock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",2,1,2 ], "(often foll| by over) to boast one's superiority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow",2,1,3 ], "(esp| of babies) to utter cries of pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow's-foot",1,1,1 ], "a wrinkle at the outer corner of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow's-foot",1,1,2 ], "a seam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crow's-foot",1,1,2 ], "an embroidery stitch with three points, used esp| as a finishing at the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow's-foot",1,1,3 ], "a system of diverging short ropes to distribute the pull of a single rope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow's-foot",1,1,3 ], "used esp| in balloon and airship riggings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crow's-nest",1,1,1 ], "a lookout platform high up on a ship's mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crow-bill",1,1,1 ], "a type of forceps used to extract bullets, etc|, from wounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowbar",1,1,1 ], "a heavy iron lever with one pointed end, and one forged into a wedge shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowberry",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing N temperate evergreen shrub, Empetrum nigrum, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowberry",1,1,1 ], "purplish flowers and black berry-like fruit: family Empetraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crowberry",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowberry",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowboot",1,1,1 ], "a type of Eskimo boot made of fur and leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd puller",1,1,1 ], "a person, object, event, etc|, that attracts a large audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,1,1 ], "a large number of things or people gathered or considered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,1,2 ], "a particular group of people, esp| considered as a social or business set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,1,2,1 ], "(preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,1,3 ], "the common people; the masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,2,1 ], "to gather together in large numbers; throng" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,3,1 ], "to press together into a confined space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,4,1 ], "to fill to excess; fill by pushing into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,5,1 ], "to urge or harass by urging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,5,2 ], "crowd on sail| Nautical| to hoist as much sail as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",1,5,3 ], "follow the crowd| to conform with the majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowd",2,1,1 ], "an ancient bowed stringed instrument; crwth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Ranunculus, such as R| sceleratus and R|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,1 ], "aquatilis that have yellow or white flowers and divided leaves resembling the foot of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,1 ], "crow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants that have leaves or other parts resembling a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,2 ], "bird's foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,3 ], "a bridle-like arrangement of lines rove through a wooden block or attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,3 ], "a ring for supporting an awning from above" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crowfoot",1,1,4 ], "another name for caltrop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown and anchor",1,1,1 ], "a game played with dice marked with crowns and anchors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown cap",1,1,1 ], "an airtight metal seal crimped on the top of most beers, ciders, mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown cap",1,1,1 ], "waters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown colony",1,1,1 ], "Crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown colony",1,1,1 ], "a British colony whose administration and legislature is controlled by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown court",1,1,1 ], "a court of criminal jurisdiction holding sessions in towns throughout England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown court",1,1,1 ], "and Wales at which circuit judges hear and determine cases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown glass",1,1,1 ], "another name for optical crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown glass",1,1,2 ], "an old form of window glass made by blowing a globe and spinning it until it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown glass",1,1,2 ], "forms a flat disc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown graft",1,1,1 ], "a type of graft in which the scion is inserted at the crown of the stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown green",1,1,1 ], "a type of bowling green in which the sides are lower than the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown imperial",1,1,1 ], "a liliaceous garden plant, Fritillaria imperialis, with a cluster of leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown imperial",1,1,1 ], "and orange bell-shaped flowers at the top of the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown jewels",1,1,1 ], "the jewellery, including the regalia, used by a sovereign on a state occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown land",1,1,1 ], "(in the United Kingdom) land belonging to the Crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown land",1,1,2 ], "public land in some dominions of the Commonwealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown lens",1,1,1 ], "a lens made of optical crown, esp| the optical-crown part of a compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown lens",1,1,1 ], "achromatic lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown prince",1,1,1 ], "the male heir to a sovereign throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown princess",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a crown prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown princess",1,1,2 ], "the female heir to a sovereign throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown saw",1,1,1 ], "a hollow cylinder with cutting teeth forming a rotary saw for trepanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown vetch",1,1,1 ], "a trailing papilionaceous European plant, Coronilla varia, with clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown vetch",1,1,1 ], "white or pink flowers: cultivated in North America as a border plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown wheel",1,1,1 ], "the larger of the two gears in a bevel gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown wheel",1,1,2 ], "the wheel next to the winding knob that has one set of teeth at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown wheel",1,1,2 ], "to the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental headdress denoting sovereignty, usually made of gold embedded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,1 ], "with precious stones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,10 ], "a knurled knob for winding a watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,11 ], "the part of an anchor where the arms are joined to the shank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,12 ], "the highest part of an arch or vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,13 ], "a standard size of printing paper, 15 by 20 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,2 ], "a wreath or garland for the head, awarded as a sign of victory, success," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,2 ], "honour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,3 ], "monarchy or kingship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,4 ], "an award, distinction, or title, given as an honour to reward merit, victory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,5 ], "anything resembling or symbolizing a crown, such as a sergeant major's badge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,5 ], "or a heraldic bearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,5,1 ], "a coin worth 25 pence (five shillings)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,5,2 ], "any of several continental coins, such as the krona or krone, with a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,5,2 ], "meaning crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,6 ], "the top or summit of something, esp| of a rounded object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,7 ], "the centre part of a road, esp| when it is cambered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,7,1 ], "the cup and arms of a crinoid, as distinct from the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,7,1 ], "the leaves and upper branches of a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,7,2 ], "the crest of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,7,2 ], "the junction of root and stem, usually at the level of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,7,3 ], "another name for corona ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,8 ], "the outstanding quality, achievement, state, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,8,1 ], "the enamel-covered part of a tooth above the gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,8,2 ], "artificial crown| a substitute crown, usually of gold, porcelain, or acrylic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,8,2 ], "resin, fitted over a decayed or broken tooth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,1,9 ], "the part of a cut gem above the girdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,1 ], "to put a crown on the head of, symbolically vesting with royal title, powers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,2 ], "to place a crown, wreath, garland, etc|, on someone's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,3 ], "to place something on or over the head or top of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,4 ], "to confer a title, dignity, or reward upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,5 ], "to form the summit, or topmost part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,6 ], "to occur as the culminating event in a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,7 ], "after reaching the end of the board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,7 ], "to promote (a draught) to a king by placing another draught on top of it, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,8 ], "to attach a crown to (a tooth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown",1,2,9 ], "to hit over the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown-of-thorns",1,1,1 ], "a starfish, Acanthaster planci, that has a spiny test and feeds on living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown-of-thorns",1,1,1 ], "coral in coral reefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crown-of-thorns",1,1,2 ], "a thorny euphorbiaceous Madagascan shrub, Euphorbia splendens, cultivated as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crown-of-thorns",1,1,2 ], "hedging shrub or pot plant, having flowers with scarlet bracts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crownland",1,1,1 ], "a large administrative division of the former empire of Austria-Hungary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crownpiece",1,1,1 ], "the piece forming or fitting the top of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crownpiece",1,1,2 ], "the strap of a bridle that goes over a horse's head behind the ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crownwork",1,1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of artificial crowns for teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crownwork",1,1,1,2 ], "such an artificial crown or crowns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crownwork",1,1,2 ], "a covering or protective outwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croze",1,1,1 ], "the recess cut at the end of a barrel or cask to receive the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "croze",1,1,2 ], "a tool for cutting this recess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crozier",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of crosier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cru",1,1,1 ], "(in France) a vineyard group of vineyards, or wine-producing region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruces",1,1,1 ], "a plural of crux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucial",1,1,1 ], "critical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crucial",1,1,1 ], "involving a final or supremely important decision or event; decisive;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucial",1,1,2 ], "very important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucian",1,1,1 ], "a European cyprinid fish, Carassius carassius, with a dark-green back, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucian",1,1,1 ], "golden-yellow undersurface, and reddish dorsal and tail fins: an aquarium fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruciate",1,1,1 ], "shaped or arranged like a cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucible steel",1,1,1 ], "a high-quality steel made by melting wrought iron, charcoal, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucible steel",1,1,1 ], "additives in a crucible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crucible",1,1,1 ], "a vessel in which substances are heated to high temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucible",1,1,2 ], "collects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crucible",1,1,2 ], "the hearth at the bottom of a metallurgical furnace in which the metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucible",1,1,3 ], "a severe trial or test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucifer",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the family Cruciferae, having a corolla of four petals arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucifer",1,1,1 ], "like a cross and a fruit called a siliqua| The family includes the brassicas," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crucifer",1,1,1 ], "mustard, cress, and wallflower" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crucifer",1,1,2 ], "a person who carries a cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruciferous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the plant family Cruciferae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucifix",1,1,1 ], "a cross or image of a cross with a figure of Christ upon it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucifixion",1,1,1 ], "a method of putting to death by nailing or binding to a cross, normally by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucifixion",1,1,1 ], "hands and feet, which was widespread in the ancient world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruciform" ,1, 1, 1],"shaped like a cross",1). c_DEF([ "cruciform" ,1, 2, 1],"a geometric curve, shaped like a cross, that has four similar branches",1). c_DEF([ "cruciform" ,1, 2, 1],"asymptotic to two mutually perpendicular pairs of lines| Equation",2). c_DEF([ "cruciform" ,1, 2, 2],"y ,2, - a ,2,x ,2, - a ,2,y ,2, = 0, where x,=,y,=,&+a are the four lines",1). c_DEF([ "crucify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to put to death by crucifixion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucify",1,1,2 ], "to defeat, ridicule, etc|, totally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucify",1,1,3 ], "to treat very cruelly; torment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crucify",1,1,4 ], "to subdue (passion, lust, etc|); mortify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruck",1,1,1 ], "certain types of building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruck",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of curved wooden timbers supporting the end of the roof in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crud",1,1,1 ], "a sticky substance, esp| when dirty and encrusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crud",1,1,2 ], "a despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crud",1,1,3 ], "(sometimes preceded by the) a disease; rot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crud",1,2,1 ], "an expression of disgust, disappointment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude oil",1,1,1 ], "petroleum before it has been refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude",1,1,1 ], "lacking taste, tact, or refinement; vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude",1,1,2 ], "in a natural or unrefined state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude",1,1,3 ], "lacking care, knowledge, or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude",1,1,4 ], "stark; blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude",1,1,5 ], "(of statistical data) unclassified or unanalysed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude",1,1,6 ], "unripe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crude",1,2,1 ], "short for crude oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruel",1,1,1 ], "causing or inflicting pain without pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruel",1,1,2 ], "causing pain or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruelty",1,1,1 ], "deliberate infliction of pain or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruelty",1,1,2 ], "the quality or characteristic of being cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruelty",1,1,3 ], "a cruel action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruelty",1,1,4 ], "conduct that causes danger to life or limb or a threat to bodily or mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruelty",1,1,4 ], "health, on proof of which a decree of divorce may be granted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruet",1,1,1 ], "a small container for holding pepper, salt, vinegar, oil, etc|, at table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruet",1,1,2 ], "a set of such containers, esp| on a stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruet",1,1,3 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruet",1,1,3 ], "either of a pair of small containers for the wine and water used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruise missile",1,1,1 ], "an air-breathing subsonic missile that is continuously powered and guided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruise missile",1,1,1 ], "throughout its flight and carries a warhead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,1,1 ], "ports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,1,1 ], "to make a trip by sea in a liner for pleasure, usually calling at a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,1,2 ], "to sail or travel over (a body of water) for pleasure in a yacht, cruiser," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,1,3 ], "to search for enemy vessels in a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,2,1 ], "(of a vehicle, aircraft, or vessel) to travel at a moderate and efficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,2,1 ], "speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,3,1 ], "to search the streets or other public places for a sexual partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruise",1,4,1 ], "an act or instance of cruising, esp| a trip by sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruiser",1,1,1 ], "a high-speed, long-range warship of medium displacement, armed with medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruiser",1,1,1 ], "calibre weapons or missiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cruiser",1,1,2 ], "a pleasure boat, esp| one that is power-driven and has a cabin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruiser",1,1,3 ], "any person or thing that cruises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruiser",1,1,4 ], "short for cruiserweight (see light heavyweight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruiserweight",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| Brit|) for light heavyweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruiseway",1,1,1 ], "a canal used for recreational purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruller",1,1,1 ], "a light, sweet, ring-shaped cake, fried in deep fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumb",1,1,1 ], "a small fragment of bread, cake, or other baked foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumb",1,1,2 ], "a small piece or bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumb",1,1,3 ], "the soft inner part of bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumb",1,1,4 ], "a contemptible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumb",1,2,1 ], "to prepare or cover (food) with breadcrumbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumb",1,2,2 ], "to break into small fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumb",1,3,1 ], "(esp| of pie crusts) made with a mixture of biscuit crumbs, sugar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumble",1,1,1 ], "to break or be broken into crumbs or fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumble",1,2,1 ], "to fall apart or away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumble",1,3,1 ], "a baked pudding consisting of a crumbly mixture of flour, fat, and sugar over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumble",1,3,1 ], "stewed fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crumbly",1,1,1 ], "blier, bliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumbly",1,1,2 ], "easily crumbled or crumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumbs",1,1,1 ], "an expression of dismay or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumby",1,1,1 ], "crumbier, crumbiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumby",1,1,2 ], "full of or littered with crumbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumby",1,1,3 ], "soft, like the inside of bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumby",1,1,4 ], "a variant spelling of crummy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumhorn",1,1,1 ], "a medieval woodwind instrument of bass pitch, consisting of an almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumhorn",1,1,1 ], "cylindrical tube curving upwards and blown through a double reed covered by a pierced cap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crummy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crummy",1,1,2 ], "of little value; inferior; contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crummy",1,1,3 ], "unwell or depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crummy",2,1,1 ], "a lorry that carries loggers to work from their camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crump",1,1,1 ], "to thud or explode with a loud dull sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crump",1,1,2 ], "to bombard with heavy shells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crump",1,2,1 ], "a crunching, thudding, or exploding noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumpet",1,1,1 ], "a light soft yeast cake full of small holes on the top side, eaten toasted and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumpet",1,1,1 ], "buttered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crumpet",1,1,2 ], "women collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumpet",1,1,3 ], "a piece of crumpet| a sexually desirable woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumpet",1,1,4 ], "not worth a crumpet| Austral| slang| utterly worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumple",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by up) to collapse or cause to collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumple",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to crush or cause to be crushed so as to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumple",1,1,2 ], "wrinkles or creases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crumple",1,2,1 ], "to shrink; shrivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crumple",1,3,1 ], "a loose crease or wrinkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crunch",1,1,1 ], "to bite or chew (crisp foods) with a crushing or crackling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crunch",1,1,2 ], "to make or cause to make a crisp or brittle sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crunch",1,2,1 ], "the sound or act of crunching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crunch",1,2,2 ], "the crunch| Informal| the critical moment or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crunode",1,1,1 ], "a point at which two branches of a curve intersect, each branch having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crunode",1,1,1 ], "distinct tangent; node" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crupper",1,1,1 ], "a strap from the back of a saddle that passes under the horse's tail to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crupper",1,1,1 ], "prevent the saddle from slipping forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crupper",1,1,2 ], "the part of the horse's rump behind the saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crura",1,1,1 ], "the plural of crus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crural",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the leg or thigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crus",1,1,1 ], "the leg, esp| from the knee to the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crus",1,1,2 ], "leglike parts or structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusade",1,1,1 ], "any of the military expeditions undertaken in the 11th, 12th, and 13th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusade",1,1,1 ], "centuries by the Christian powers of Europe to recapture the Holy Land from the Muslims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crusade",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) any holy war undertaken on behalf of a religious cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusade",1,1,3 ], "a vigorous and dedicated action or movement in favour of a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusade",1,2,1 ], "to campaign vigorously for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusade",1,2,2 ], "to go on a crusade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusado",1,1,1 ], "a cross" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crusado",1,1,1 ], "a former gold or silver coin of Portugal bearing on its reverse the figure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruse",1,1,1 ], "a small earthenware container used, esp| formerly, for liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush bar",1,1,1 ], "a bar at a theatre for serving drinks during the intervals of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush barrier",1,1,1 ], "a barrier erected to separate sections of large crowds in order to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush barrier",1,1,1 ], "crushing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,1,1 ], "to press, mash, or squeeze so as to injure, break, crease, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,1,2 ], "to break or grind (rock, ore, etc|) into small particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,1,3 ], "to put down or subdue, esp| by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,1,4 ], "to extract (juice, water, etc|) by pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,1,5 ], "to oppress harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,1,6 ], "to hug or clasp tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,1,7 ], "to defeat or humiliate utterly, as in argument or by a cruel remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,2,1 ], "to crowd; throng" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,3,1 ], "to become injured, broken, or distorted by pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,4,1 ], "a dense crowd, esp| at a social occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,4,2 ], "the act of crushing; pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,4,3 ], "a drink or pulp prepared by or as if by crushing fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,4,3,1 ], "an infatuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crush",1,4,3,2 ], "the person with whom one is infatuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,1,1 ], "the hard outer part of bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,1,2 ], "a piece of bread consisting mainly of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,2 ], "the baked shell of a pie, tart, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,3 ], "any hard or stiff outer covering or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,4 ], "from the inner layer (mantle) by the Mohorovicic discontinuity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,4 ], "the outer layer of the earth, between 10 and 40 kilometres deep, separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,5 ], "the dry covering of a skin sore or lesion; scab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,6 ], "a layer of acid potassium tartrate deposited by some wine, esp| port, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,6 ], "inside of the bottle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,7 ], "the hard outer layer of such organisms as lichens and crustaceans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,8 ], "impertinence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,1,9 ], "a living (esp| in the phrase earn a crust)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,2,1 ], "to cover with or acquire a crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crust",1,2,2 ], "to form or be formed into a crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crustacean" ,1, 1, 1],"any arthropod of the mainly aquatic class Crustacea, typically having a",1). c_DEF([ "crustacean" ,1, 1, 1],"barnacles, copepods, and water fleas",3). c_DEF([ "crustacean" ,1, 1, 1],"carapace hardened with lime and including the lobsters, crabs, shrimps, woodlice,",2). c_DEF([ "crustacean" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Crustacea",1). c_DEF([ "crustaceous",1,1,1 ], "forming, resembling, or possessing a surrounding crust or shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crustaceous",1,1,2 ], "another word for crustacean ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crustal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the earth's crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusty",1,1,1 ], "crustier, crustiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusty",1,1,2 ], "having or characterized by a crust, esp| having a thick crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crusty",1,1,3 ], "having a rude or harsh character or exterior; surly; curt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,1,1 ], "a long staff of wood or metal having a rest for the armpit, for supporting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,1,1 ], "weight of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,1,2 ], "something that supports, helps, or sustains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,1,3 ], "another word for crotch ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,1,3,1 ], "a forked support for a boom or oar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,1,3,2 ], "a brace for reinforcing the frames at the stern of a wooden vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,2,1 ], "to support or sustain (a person or thing) as with a crutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crutch",1,2,2 ], "to clip (wool) from the hindquarters of a sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crux ansata",1,1,1 ], "another term for ankh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crux" ,1, 2, 1],"the more formal name for the Southern Cross",1). c_DEF([ "crux",1,1,1 ], "a vital or decisive stage, point, etc| (often in the phrase the crux of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crux",1,1,1 ], "matter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crux",1,1,2 ], "a baffling problem or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crux",1,1,3 ], "a rare word for cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruzado",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of crusado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cruzeiro",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Brazil, divided into 100 centavos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crwth",1,1,1 ], "an ancient stringed instrument of Celtic origin similar to the cithara but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crwth",1,1,1 ], "bowed in later types" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cry down",1,1,1 ], "to belittle; disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cry down",1,1,2 ], "to silence by making a greater noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cry off",1,1,1 ], "to withdraw from or cancel (an agreement or arrangement)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cry out",1,1,1 ], "to scream or shout aloud, esp| in pain, terror, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cry out",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cry out",1,1,3 ], "to demand in an obvious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cry out",1,1,4 ], "for crying out loud| Informal| an exclamation of anger, impatience, or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 1, 1],"to utter inarticulate sounds, esp| when weeping; sob",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 2, 1],"to shed tears; weep",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 3, 1],"to scream or shout in pain, terror, etc",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 4, 1],"to utter or shout (words of appeal, exclamation, fear, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 5, 1],"(of animals, birds, etc|) to utter loud characteristic sounds",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 6, 1],"to hawk or sell by public announcement",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 6, 2],"to announce (something) publicly or in the streets",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 7, 1],"to clamour or beg",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 7, 2],"cry for the moon| to desire the unattainable",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 7, 3],"cry one's eyes or heart out| to weep bitterly",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 7, 4],"cry quits to give up a task, fight, etc",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 1],"cries",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 2],"the act or sound of crying; a shout, exclamation, scream, or wail",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 3],"the characteristic utterance of an animal or bird",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 4],"an oral announcement, esp| one made by town criers",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 5],"a fit of weeping",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 6],"the baying of a pack of hounds hunting their quarry by scent",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 7],"a pack of hounds",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 8, 1],"a long way",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 8, 2],"something very different",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 8],"a far cry",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 9, 1],"hotly pursuing",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 9, 2],"the baying of a pack of hounds hunting together| ?-",1). c_DEF([ "cry" ,1, 8, 9],"in full cry",1). c_DEF([ "crybaby",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a child, given to frequent crying or complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crying",1,1,1 ], "notorious or lamentable (esp| in the phrase crying shame)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryo-" ,1, 1, 1],"indicating low temperature; frost, cold, or freezing",1). c_DEF([ "cryobiology" ,1, 1, 1],"temperatures on organisms",2). c_DEF([ "cryobiology" ,1, 1, 1],"the branch of biology concerned with the study of the effects of very low",1). c_DEF([ "cryogen",1,1,1 ], "a substance used to produce low temperatures; a freezing mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryogenics",1,1,1 ], "and the phenomena occurring at these temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryogenics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the production of very low temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryohydrate",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline substance containing water and a salt in definite proportions: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryohydrate",1,1,1 ], "eutectic crystallizing below the freezing point of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryolite",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless mineral consisting of a fluoride of sodium and aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryolite",1,1,1 ], "enamel| Formula: Na3AlF6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cryolite",1,1,1 ], "in monoclinic crystalline form: used in the production of aluminium, glass, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryometer",1,1,1 ], "a thermometer for measuring low temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryonics",1,1,1 ], "the future" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryonics",1,1,1 ], "the practice of freezing a human corpse in the hope of restoring it to life in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryophilic",1,1,1 ], "able to thrive at low temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryophyte",1,1,1 ], "a plant, esp| an alga or moss, that grows on snow or ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryoplankton",1,1,1 ], "minute organisms, esp| algae, living in ice, snow, or icy water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryoscope",1,1,1 ], "any instrument used to determine the freezing point of a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryoscopy",1,1,1 ], "quantity of solute is added" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cryoscopy",1,1,1 ], "the determination of freezing points, esp| for the determination of molecular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryoscopy",1,1,1 ], "weights by measuring the lowering of the freezing point of a solvent when a known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryostat",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for maintaining a constant low temperature or a vessel in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryostat",1,1,1 ], "substance is stored at a low temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryosurgery",1,1,1 ], "surgery involving the local destruction of tissues by quick freezing for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryosurgery",1,1,1 ], "therapeutic benefit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryotherapy",1,1,1 ], "medical treatment in which all or part of the body is subjected to cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryotherapy",1,1,1 ], "temperatures, as by means of ice packs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryotron",1,1,1 ], "a miniature switch working at the temperature of liquid helium and depending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryotron",1,1,1 ], "for its action on the production and destruction of semiconducting properties in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryotron",1,1,1 ], "the conductor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crypt",1,1,1 ], "a cellar, vault, or underground chamber, esp| beneath a church, where it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crypt",1,1,1 ], "often used as a chapel, burial place, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crypt",1,1,2 ], "any pitlike recess or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "another term for extrasensory perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptanalysis",1,1,1 ], "the study of codes and ciphers; cryptography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptic",1,1,1 ], "hidden; secret; occult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptic",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of comments, sayings, etc|) esoteric or obscure in meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptic",1,1,3 ], "(of the coloration of animals) tending to conceal by disguising or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptic",1,1,3 ], "camouflaging the shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crypto-",1,1,1 ], "secret, hidden, or concealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptoclastic",1,1,1 ], "(of minerals and rocks) composed of microscopic fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptocrystalline",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks) composed of crystals that can be distinguished individually only by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptocrystalline",1,1,1 ], "the use of a polarizing microscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryptogam",1,1,1 ], "(in former classification schemes) any plant that does not produce seeds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptogam",1,1,1 ], "including algae, fungi, mosses, and ferns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryptogenic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of diseases) of unknown or obscure origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptograph",1,1,1 ], "something written in code or cipher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptograph",1,1,2 ], "a code using secret symbols (cryptograms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptograph",1,1,3 ], "a device for translating text into cipher, or vice versa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptography" ,1, 1, 1],"the science or study of analysing and deciphering codes, ciphers, etc",1). c_DEF([ "cryptography" ,1, 2, 1],"cryptographic",1). c_DEF([ "cryptography" ,1, 2, 2],"or",1). c_DEF([ "cryptomeria",1,1,1 ], "a coniferous tree, Cryptomeria japonica, of China and Japan, with curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptomeria",1,1,1 ], "needle-like leaves and small round cones: family Taxodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryptozoic",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) living in dark places, such as holes, caves, and beneath stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptozoite",1,1,1 ], "a malarial parasite at the stage of development in its host before it enters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryptozoite",1,1,1 ], "the red blood cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal ball",1,1,1 ], "the glass globe used in crystal gazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal class",1,1,1 ], "any of 32 possible types of crystals, classified according to their rotational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal class",1,1,1 ], "symmetry about axes through a point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal counter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting and measuring the intensity of high-energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal counter",1,1,1 ], "conductivity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crystal counter",1,1,1 ], "radiation, in which particles collide with a crystal and momentarily increase its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal detector",1,1,1 ], "a demodulator, used esp| in early radio receivers, consisting of a thin metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal detector",1,1,1 ], "wire in point contact with a semiconductor crystal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal form",1,1,1 ], "a symmetrical set of planes in space, associated with a crystal, having the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal form",1,1,1 ], "same symmetry as the crystal class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal gazing",1,1,1 ], "arouse visual perceptions of the future, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal gazing",1,1,1 ], "the act of staring into a crystal globe (crystal ball) supposedly in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal gazing",1,1,2 ], "the act of trying to foresee or predict something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal habit",1,1,1 ], "the external shape of a crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal lattice",1,1,1 ], "composing a crystal are centred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal lattice",1,1,1 ], "the regular array of points about which the atoms, ions, or molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal pickup",1,1,1 ], "a gramophone pickup in which the current is generated by the deformation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal pickup",1,1,1 ], "piezoelectric crystal caused by the movements of the stylus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal set",1,1,1 ], "an early form of radio receiver having a crystal detector to demodulate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal set",1,1,1 ], "radio signals but no amplifier, therefore requiring earphones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal system",1,1,1 ], "any of six, or sometimes seven, classifications of crystals depending on their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal system",1,1,1 ], "symmetry| The classes are cubic, tetragonal, hexagonal, orthorhombic, monoclinic, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal system",1,1,1 ], "triclinic| Sometimes an additional system, trigonal, is distinguished, although this is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crystal system",1,1,1 ], "usually included in the hexagonal system" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "crystal violet",1,1,1 ], "another name for gentian violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,1 ], "a piece of solid substance, such as quartz, with a regular shape in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,1 ], "its atoms, ions, or molecules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,1 ], "plane faces intersect at definite angles, due to the regular internal structure of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,2 ], "a single grain of a crystalline substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling a crystal, such as a piece of cut glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,3,1 ], "a highly transparent and brilliant type of glass, often used in cut-glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,3,1 ], "tableware, ornaments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,4 ], "something made of or resembling crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,5 ], "crystal glass articles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,5,1 ], "a crystalline element used in certain electronic devices as a detector," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,5,1 ], "oscillator, transducer, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,6 ], "a transparent cover for the face of a watch, usually of glass or plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to a crystal or the regular atomic arrangement of crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystal",1,2,1 ], "resembling crystal; transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalline lens",1,1,1 ], "a biconvex transparent elastic structure in the eye situated behind the iris," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalline lens",1,1,1 ], "serving to focus images on the retina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystalline",1,1,1 ], "having the characteristics or structure of crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalline",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or containing crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalline",1,1,3 ], "made of or like crystal; transparent; clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystallite",1,1,1 ], "any of the minute rudimentary or imperfect crystals occurring in many glassy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystallite",1,1,1 ], "rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystallize",1,1,1 ], "form or structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystallize",1,1,1 ], "to form or cause to form crystals; assume or cause to assume a crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystallize",1,1,2 ], "to coat or become coated with sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystallize",1,1,3 ], "idea, argument, etc|) to assume a recognizable or definite form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystallize",1,1,3 ], "to give a definite form or expression to (an idea, argument, etc|) or (of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystallo-",1,1,1 ], "crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystallography",1,1,1 ], "crystals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "crystallography",1,1,1 ], "the science concerned with the formation, properties, and structure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling or having the appearance or properties of a crystal or crystalloid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalloid",1,2,1 ], "a substance that in solution can pass through a semipermeable membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalloid",1,2,2 ], "any of numerous crystals of protein occurring in certain seeds and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crystalloid",1,2,2 ], "storage organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cryst|",1,1,1 ], "crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cryst|",1,1,2 ], "crystallography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "crzette",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes pl|) an orange-flavoured pancake flambeed in a liqueur or brandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr|",1,1,1 ], "credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cr|",1,1,2 ], "creditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "csc",1,1,1 ], "cosecant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "csch",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| form of cosech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cs|",1,1,1 ], "case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ctenidium",1,1,1 ], "one of the comblike respiratory gills of molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ctenoid",1,1,1 ], "toothed like a comb, as the scales of perches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ctenophore",1,1,1 ], "and Venus's-girdle, whose body bears eight rows of fused cilia, for locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ctenophore",1,1,1 ], "any marine invertebrate of the phylum Ctenophora, including the sea gooseberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ctimo",1,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of Costa Rica, Paraguay, Spain, and Venezuela| It is worth one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ctimo",1,1,1 ], "hundredth of their respective standard currency units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ctn",1,1,1 ], "cotangent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ctr|",1,1,1 ], "centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cts|",1,1,1 ], "cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cts|",1,1,2 ], "certificates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ct|",1,1,1 ], "cent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ct|",1,1,2 ], "certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ct|",1,1,3 ], "court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cu",1,1,1 ], "cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cub reporter",1,1,1 ], "a trainee reporter on a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cub" ,1, 1, 1],"the young of certain animals, such as the lion, bear, etc",1). c_DEF([ "cub" ,1, 1, 2],"a young or inexperienced person",1). c_DEF([ "cub" ,1, 2, 1],"to give birth to (cubs)",1). c_DEF([ "cubage",1,1,1 ], "another word for cubature ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubane",1,1,1,1 ], "a rare octahedral hydrocarbon formed by eight CH groups, each of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubane",1,1,1,1 ], "situated at the corner of a cube| Formula: C8H8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cubane",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubature",1,1,1 ], "the determination of the cubic contents of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubature",1,1,2 ], "cubic contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubbyhole" ,1, 1, 1],"a small enclosed space or room",1). c_DEF([ "cubbyhole" ,1, 1, 2],"any small compartment, such as a pigeonhole|Often shortened to ,cubby",1). c_DEF([ "cube root",1,1,1 ], "root of 8 (usually written #5%3$/ 8 or 8%1%/%3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cube root",1,1,1 ], "the number or quantity whose cube is a given number or quantity: 2 is the cube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,1,1 ], "a solid having six plane square faces in which the angle between two adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,1,1 ], "sides is a right angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,1,2 ], "the product of three equal factors: the cube of 2 is 2 X 2 X 2 (usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,1,2 ], "written 2%3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,1,3 ], "something in the form of a cube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,2,1 ], "to raise (a number or quantity) to the third power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,3,1 ], "to measure the cubic contents of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",1,4,1 ], "to make, shape, or cut (something, esp| food) into cubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",2,1,1 ], "Lonchocarpus, the roots of which yield rotenone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cube",2,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American plants, esp| any of the leguminous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cube",2,1,2 ], "an extract from the roots of these plants: a fish poison and insecticide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubeb",1,1,1 ], "a SE Asian treelike piperaceous woody climbing plant, Piper cubeba, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubeb",1,1,1 ], "brownish berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cubeb",1,1,2 ], "diuretic and sometimes smoked in cigarettes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cubeb",1,1,2 ], "the unripe spicy fruit of this plant, dried and used as a stimulant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubic measure",1,1,1 ], "a system of units for the measurement of volumes, based on the cubic inch, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubic measure",1,1,1 ], "cubic centimetre, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"having three dimensions",1). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"denoting or relating to a linear measure that is raised to the third power",1). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 1],"having the shape of a cube",1). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or containing a variable to the third power or a term in",1). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 2],"which the sum of the exponents of the variables is three",2). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 3],"corner (simple cubic) and one in the cube's centre (body-centred cubic), or a lattice",3). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 3],"perpendicular axes| The unit cell of cubic crystals is a cube with a lattice point at each",2). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 3],"point at each corner and one at the centre of each face (face-centred cubic)",4). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 1, 3],"relating to or belonging to the crystal system characterized by three equal",1). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"a cubic equation, such as x ,3 + x,,2 = 0",1). c_DEF([ "cubic" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"a cubic term or expression",1). c_DEF([ "cubical",1,1,1 ], "of or related to volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubical",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a cube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubical",1,1,3 ], "of or involving the third power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubicle",1,1,1 ], "a partially or totally enclosed section of a room, as in a dormitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubiculum",1,1,1 ], "an underground burial chamber in Imperial Rome, such as those found in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubiculum",1,1,1 ], "catacombs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cubiform",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a cube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubism",1,1,1 ], "a French school of painting, collage, relief, and sculpture initiated in 1907" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubism",1,1,1 ], "by Picasso and Braque, which amalgamated viewpoints of natural forms into a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cubism",1,1,1 ], "multifaceted surface of geometrical planes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cubit",1,1,1 ], "an ancient measure of length based on the length of the forearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cubital",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the forearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuboid",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a cube; cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuboid",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting the cuboid bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuboid",1,2,1 ], "the cubelike bone of the foot; the outer distal bone of the tarsus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuboid",1,2,2 ], "a geometric solid whose six faces are rectangles; rectangular parallelepiped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucking stool",1,1,1 ], "a stool to which suspected witches, scolds, etc|, were tied and ducked into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucking stool",1,1,1 ], "water as a punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuckold",1,1,1 ], "a man whose wife has committed adultery, often regarded as an object of scorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuckold",1,2,1 ], "to make a cuckold of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoo clock",1,1,1 ], "a clock in which a mechanical cuckoo pops out with a sound like a cuckoo's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoo clock",1,1,1 ], "call when the clock strikes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoo shrike",1,1,1 ], "a strong notched bill, long rounded tail, and pointed wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoo shrike",1,1,1 ], "any Old World tropical songbird of the family Campephagidae, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoo spit",1,1,1 ], "a white frothy mass on the stems and leaves of many plants, produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoo spit",1,1,1 ], "froghopper larvae (cuckoo spit insects) which feed on the plant juices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 1, 1],"any bird of the family Cuculidae, having pointed wings, a long tail, and",1). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 1, 1],"their eggs in the nests of other birds and have a two-note call",3). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 1, 1],"zygodactyl feet: order Cuculiformes|Many species, including the ,European cuckoo , lay",2). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 1, 2],"an insane or foolish person",1). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 2, 1],"insane or foolish",1). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 3, 1],"an imitation or representation of the call of a cuckoo",1). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 4, 1],"(tr|) to repeat over and over",1). c_DEF([ "cuckoo" ,1, 4, 2],"(intr|) to make the sound imitated by the word cuckoo",1). c_DEF([ "cuckooflower",1,1,1 ], "another name for lady's-smock and ragged robin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoopint",1,1,1 ], "a European aroid plant, Arum maculatum, with arrow-shaped leaves, a spathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuckoopint",1,1,1 ], "marked with purple, a pale purple spadix, and scarlet berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuculiform",1,1,1 ], "cuckoos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuculiform",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Cuculiformes, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucullate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a hood or having a hoodlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber tree",1,1,1 ], "acuminata, of E and central North America, having cup-shaped greenish flowers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber tree",1,1,1 ], "any of several American trees or shrubs of the genus Magnolia, esp| M|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber tree",1,1,1 ], "cucumber-shaped fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber tree",1,1,2 ], "an E Asian tree, Averrhoa bilimbi, with edible fruits resembling small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber tree",1,1,2 ], "cucumbers: family Averrhoaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber",1,1,1 ], "a creeping cucurbitaceous plant, Cucumis sativus, cultivated in many forms for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber",1,1,1 ], "its edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber",1,1,2 ], "crisp flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber",1,1,2 ], "the cylindrical fruit of this plant, which has hard thin green rind and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucumber",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar or related plants or their fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cucurbit",1,1,1 ], "Cucurbitaceae, which includes the pumpkin, cucumber, squashes, and gourds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cucurbit",1,1,1 ], "any creeping flowering plant of the mainly tropical and subtropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cud",1,1,1 ], "other ruminants to the mouth for a second chewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cud",1,1,1 ], "partially digested food regurgitated from the first stomach of cattle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cud",1,1,2 ], "chew the cud| to reflect or think over something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cudbear",1,1,1 ], "another name for orchil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuddle",1,1,1 ], "other close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth; embrace; hug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuddle",1,1,1 ], "to hold (another person or thing) close or (of two people, etc|) to hold each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuddle",1,2,1 ], "to curl or snuggle up into a comfortable or warm position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuddle",1,3,1 ], "a close embrace, esp| when prolonged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuddy",1,1,1 ], "a small cabin in a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuddy",1,1,2 ], "a small room, cupboard, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuddy",2,1,1 ], "a donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuddy",2,1,2 ], "a stupid fellow; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cudgerie",1,1,1 ], "a large tropical rutaceous tree, Flindersia schottina, having light-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cudgerie",1,1,1 ], "wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cudgerie",1,1,2 ], "an anacardiaceous rain-forest tree, Euroschinus falcatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cudweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate woolly plants of the genus Gnaphalium, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cudweed",1,1,1 ], "clusters of whitish or yellow button-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cudweed",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related plants of the genus Filago, esp| F|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cudweed",1,1,2 ], "germanica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cue ball",1,1,1 ], "the ball struck by the cue, as distinguished from the object balls|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cue bid",1,1,1 ], "a bid in a suit made to show an ace or a void in that suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"(in the theatre, films, music, etc|) anything spoken or done that serves as a",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"signal to an actor, musician, etc|, to follow with specific lines or action",2). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"on cue| at the right moment",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 1, 2],"a signal or reminder to do something",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 1, 3],"response",2). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 1, 3],"the part of any sensory pattern that is identified as the signal for a",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 1, 4],"the part, function, or action assigned to or expected of a person",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to give a cue or cues to (an actor)",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 2, 2],"(usually foll| by in or into) to signal (to something or somebody) at a",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 2, 2],"specific moment in a musical or dramatic performance",2). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to give information or a reminder to (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) to signal the commencement of filming, as with the word @6Action!@9",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,2, 1, 1],"a long tapered shaft with a leather tip, used to drive the balls",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,2, 1, 2],"hair caught at the back forming a tail or braid",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,2, 1, 3],"a variant spelling of ,queue",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,2, 2, 1],"to drive (a ball) with a cue",1). c_DEF([ "cue" ,2, 2, 2],"(tr|) to twist or tie (the hair) into a cue",1). c_DEF([ "cuesta",1,1,1 ], "a long low ridge with a steep scarp slope and a gentle back slope, formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuesta",1,1,1 ], "the differential erosion of strata of differing hardness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuff link",1,1,1 ], "a shirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuff link",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of linked buttons, used to join the buttonholes on the cuffs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuff",1,1,1 ], "the part of a sleeve nearest the hand, sometimes turned back and decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuff",1,1,2 ], "the part of a gauntlet or glove that extends past the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuff",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| and Australian name for turnup ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuff",1,1,4 ], "off the cuff| Informal| improvised; extemporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuff",2,1,1 ], "to strike with an open hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuff",2,2,1 ], "a blow of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuffs",1,1,1 ], "short for handcuffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cui bono",1,1,1 ], "for whose benefit for what purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuir-bouilli",1,1,1 ], "a type of leather hardened by soaking in wax, used for armour before the 14th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuir-bouilli",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuirass",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour, of leather or metal covering the chest and back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuirass",1,1,2 ], "a hard outer protective covering of some animals, consisting of shell, plate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuirass",1,1,2 ], "or scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuirass",1,1,3 ], "any similar protective covering, as on a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuirass",1,2,1 ], "to equip with a cuirass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuirassier",1,1,1 ], "a mounted soldier, esp| of the 16th century, who wore a cuirass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuisine",1,1,1 ], "a style or manner of cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuisine",1,1,2 ], "the food prepared by a restaurant, household, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuisse",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour for the thigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cul-de-sac",1,1,1 ], "a road with one end blocked off; dead end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cul-de-sac",1,1,2 ], "an inescapable position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cul-de-sac",1,1,3 ], "any tube-shaped bodily cavity or pouch closed at one end, such as the caecum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culch",1,1,1 ], "a mass of broken stones, shells, and gravel that forms the basis of an oyster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culch",1,1,1 ], "bed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culch",1,1,2 ], "the oyster spawn attached to such a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culch",1,1,3 ], "refuse; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culet",1,1,1 ], "the flat face at the bottom of a gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culet",1,1,2 ], "either of the plates of armour worn at the small of the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culex",1,1,1 ], "any mosquito of the genus Culex, such as C| pipiens, the common mosquito" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culicid",1,1,1 ], "any dipterous insect of the family Culicidae, which comprises the mosquitos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culicid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Culicidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culinary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or used in the kitchen or in cookery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cull",1,1,1 ], "to choose or gather the best or required examples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cull",1,1,2 ], "to take out (an animal, esp| an inferior one) from a herd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cull",1,1,3 ], "to gather (flowers, fruit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cull",1,2,1 ], "the act or product of culling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cull",1,2,2 ], "an inferior animal taken from a herd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cullender",1,1,1 ], "a variant of colander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cullet",1,1,1 ], "waste glass for melting down to be reused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cullis",1,1,1 ], "a gutter in or at the eaves of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cullis",1,1,2 ], "another word for coulisse ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cully",1,1,1 ], "pal; mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culm",1,1,1 ], "coalmine waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culm",1,1,2 ], "inferior anthracite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culm",2,1,1 ], "the hollow jointed stem of a grass or sedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culmiferous",1,1,1 ], "(of grasses) having a hollow jointed stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culminant",1,1,1 ], "highest or culminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culminate",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by in) to end or cause to end, esp| to reach or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culminate",1,1,1 ], "bring to a final or climactic stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culminate",1,2,1 ], "(of a celestial body) to cross the meridian of the observer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culmination",1,1,1 ], "the final, highest, or decisive point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culmination",1,1,2 ], "the act of culminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culottes",1,1,1 ], "women's flared knee-length or ankle-length trousers cut to look like a skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culpa",1,1,1 ], "an act of neglect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culpa",1,1,2 ], "a fault; sin; guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culpable",1,1,1 ], "deserving censure; blameworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culprit",1,1,1 ], "a person awaiting trial, esp| one who has pleaded not guilty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culprit",1,1,2 ], "the person responsible for a particular offence, misdeed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,1 ], "a specific system of religious worship, esp| with reference to its rites and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,1 ], "deity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,2 ], "a sect devoted to the beliefs of a religious or other cult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,3 ], "a group having an exclusive ideology and ritual practices centred on sacred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,3 ], "symbols, esp| one characterized by lack of organizational structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,4 ], "intense interest in and devotion to a person, idea, or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,5 ], "the person, idea, etc|, arousing such devotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,6 ], "any popular fashion; craze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cult",1,1,7 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a cult or cults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultch",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of culch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultigen",1,1,1 ], "a species of plant that is known only as a cultivated form and did not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultigen",1,1,1 ], "originate from a wild type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cultivable",1,1,1 ], "(of land) capable of being cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivar",1,1,1 ], "a variety of a plant that was produced from a natural species and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivar",1,1,1 ], "maintained by cultivation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cultivate",1,1,1 ], "to till and prepare (land or soil) for the growth of crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivate",1,1,2 ], "to plant, tend, harvest, or improve (plants) by labour and skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivate",1,1,3 ], "to break up (land or soil) with a cultivator or hoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivate",1,1,4 ], "to improve or foster (the mind, body, etc|) as by study, education, or labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivate",1,1,5 ], "to give special attention to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivate",1,1,6 ], "to give or bring culture to (a person, society, etc|); civilize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivated",1,1,1 ], "cultured, refined, or educated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivated",1,1,2 ], "(of land or soil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivated",1,1,2,1 ], "subjected to tillage or cultivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivated",1,1,2,2 ], "tilled and broken up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivated",1,1,3 ], "(of plants) specially bred or improved by cultivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivation",1,1,1,1 ], "the planting, tending, improving, or harvesting of crops or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivation",1,1,1,2 ], "the preparation of ground to promote their growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivation",1,1,2 ], "development, esp| through education, training, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivation",1,1,3 ], "culture or sophistication, esp| social refinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivator",1,1,1 ], "a farm implement equipped with shovels, blades, etc|, used to break up soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivator",1,1,1 ], "and remove weeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cultivator",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that cultivates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultivator",1,1,3 ], "a person who grows, tends, or improves plants or crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultrate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a knife blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultural anthropology",1,1,1 ], "racial features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cultural anthropology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of anthropology dealing with cultural as opposed to biological and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultural lag",1,1,1 ], "the difference in the rate of change between two parts of a culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultural",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to artistic or social pursuits or events considered to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultural",1,1,1 ], "valuable or enlightened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cultural",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a culture or civilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultural",1,1,3 ], "(of certain varieties of plant) obtained by specialized breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture medium",1,1,1 ], "a nutritive substance, such as an agar gel, in which cultures of bacteria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture medium",1,1,1 ], "fungi are grown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culture shock",1,1,1 ], "brought into sudden contact with another, as when a primitive tribe is confronted by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culture shock",1,1,1 ], "modern civilization" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "culture shock",1,1,1 ], "the feelings of isolation, rejection, etc|, experienced when one culture is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture vulture",1,1,1 ], "a person considered to be excessively eager to acquire culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,1 ], "constitute the shared bases of social action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,1 ], "the total of the inherited ideas, beliefs, values, and knowledge, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,2 ], "the total range of activities and ideas of a group of people with shared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,2 ], "traditions, which are transmitted and reinforced by members of the group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,3 ], "a particular civilization at a particular period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,4 ], "or class, as in the arts, manners, dress, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,4 ], "the artistic and social pursuits, expression, and tastes valued by a society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,5 ], "the enlightenment or refinement resulting from these pursuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,6 ], "stock or to produce new ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,6 ], "the cultivation of plants, esp| by scientific methods designed to improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,7 ], "the rearing and breeding of animals, esp| with a view to improving the strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,8 ], "the act or practice of tilling or cultivating the soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,8,1 ], "nutrient substance (see culture medium), usually under controlled conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,8,1 ], "the experimental growth of microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,1,8,2 ], "a group of microorganisms grown in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,2,1 ], "to cultivate (plants or animals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culture",1,2,2 ], "to grow (microorganisms) in a culture medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultured pearl",1,1,1 ], "a pearl induced to grow in the shell of an oyster or clam, by the insertion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultured pearl",1,1,1 ], "a small object around which layers of nacre are deposited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cultured",1,1,1 ], "showing or having good taste, manners, upbringing, and education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultured",1,1,2 ], "artificially grown or synthesized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cultus",1,1,1 ], "another word for cult ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culver",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic name for pigeon or dove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culverin",1,1,1 ], "a medium to heavy cannon used during the 16th and 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culverin",1,1,2 ], "a medieval musket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culvert",1,1,1 ], "a drain or covered channel that crosses under a road, railway, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "culvert",1,1,2 ], "a channel for an electric cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cum dividend(of shares, etc|)",1,1,1 ], "with the right to current dividend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cum grano salis",1,1,1 ], "with a grain of salt; not too literally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cum laude",1,1,1 ], "examinations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cum laude",1,1,1 ], "with praise: the lowest of three designations for above-average achievement in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cum",1,1,1 ], "used between two nouns to designate an object of a combined nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumber",1,1,1 ], "to obstruct or hinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumber",1,1,2 ], "to inconvenience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumber",1,2,1 ], "a hindrance or burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumbersome",1,1,1 ], "awkward because of size, weight, or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumbersome",1,1,2 ], "difficult because of extent or complexity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumbrance",1,1,1 ], "a burden, obstacle, or hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumbrance",1,1,2 ], "trouble or bother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumin",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous Mediterranean plant, Cuminum cyminum, with finely divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumin",1,1,1 ], "leaves and small white or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cumin",1,1,2 ], "flavouring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cumin",1,1,2 ], "the aromatic seeds (collectively) of this plant, used as a condiment and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cummerbund",1,1,1 ], "a wide sash, worn with a dinner jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumquat",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kumquat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumshaw",1,1,1 ], "(used, esp| formerly, by beggars in Chinese ports) a present or tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulate",1,1,1 ], "to accumulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulate",1,2,1 ], "heaped up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative evidence",1,1,1 ], "additional evidence reinforcing testimony previously given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative voting",1,1,1 ], "a system of voting in which each elector has as many votes as there are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative voting",1,1,1 ], "among several" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative voting",1,1,1 ], "candidates in his constituency| Votes may all be cast for one candidate or distributed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,1 ], "growing in quantity, strength, or effect by successive additions or gradual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,1 ], "steps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,2 ], "gained by or resulting from a gradual building up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,2,1 ], "(of preference shares)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,3 ], "distributed to ordinary shareholders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,3 ], "entitling the holder to receive any arrears of dividend before any dividend is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a frequency)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,3,2 ], "(of dividends or interest) intended to be accumulated if not paid when due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,4 ], "including all values of a variable either below or above a specified value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulative",1,1,4,2 ], "(of error) tending to increase as the sample size is increased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulet",1,1,1 ], "a variety of domestic fancy pigeon, pure white or white with light red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulet",1,1,1 ], "markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cumuliform",1,1,1 ], "resembling a cumulus cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulonimbus",1,1,1 ], "a cumulus cloud of great vertical extent, the top often forming an anvil shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulonimbus",1,1,1 ], "and the bottom being dark coloured, indicating rain or hail: associated with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cumulonimbus",1,1,1 ], "thunderstorms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cumulostratus",1,1,1 ], "another name for stratocumulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulous",1,1,1 ], "resembling or consisting of cumulus clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulus",1,1,1 ], "a bulbous or billowing white or dark grey cloud associated with rising air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cumulus",1,1,1 ], "currents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cunctation",1,1,1 ], "delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneal",1,1,1 ], "wedge-shaped; cuneiform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneate",1,1,1 ], "wedge-shaped: cuneate leaves are attached at the narrow end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,1,1 ], "wedge-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,1,2 ], "Babylonian, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting the wedge-shaped characters employed in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,1,2 ], "writing of several ancient languages of Mesopotamia and Persia, esp| Sumerian," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a tablet in which this script is employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to any of the three tarsal bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,2,1 ], "cuneiform characters or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuneiform",1,2,2 ], "any one of the three tarsal bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunjevoi",1,1,1 ], "an aroid plant, Alocasia macrorrhiza, of tropical Asia and Australia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunjevoi",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its edible rhizome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cunjevoi",1,1,2 ], "a sea squirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunnilingus",1,1,1 ], "a sexual activity in which the female genitalia are stimulated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunnilingus",1,1,1 ], "partner's lips and tongue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cunning",1,1,1 ], "crafty and shrewd, esp| in deception; sly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunning",1,1,2 ], "made with or showing skill or cleverness; ingenious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunning",1,2,1 ], "craftiness, esp| in deceiving; slyness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunning",1,2,2 ], "cleverness, skill, or ingenuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunt",1,1,1 ], "the female genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunt",1,1,2 ], "a woman considered sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cunt",1,1,3 ], "a mean or obnoxious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cup tie",1,1,1 ], "an eliminating match or round between two teams in a cup competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 10],"one's lot in life",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 11],"etc|",2). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 11],"one's cup of tea| Informal| one's chosen or preferred thing, task, company,",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 12],"in one's cups| drunk",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 1],"a small open container, usually having one handle, used for drinking from",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 2],"the contents of such a container",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 3],"a unit of capacity used in cooking equal to approximately half a pint, 8 fluid",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 3],"ounces, or about one quarter of a litre",2). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 4],"some plants of the rose family or a cuplike bodily organ",2). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 4],"something resembling a cup in shape or function, such as the flower base of",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 5],"breasts",2). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 5],"either of two cup-shaped parts of a brassiere, designed to support the",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"a sporting contest in which a cup is awarded to the winner",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 6],"a cup-shaped trophy awarded as a prize",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 7],"a mixed drink with one ingredient as a base, usually served from a bowl",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 8],"the hole or metal container in the hole on a green",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 1, 9],"the chalice or the consecrated wine used in the Eucharist",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 3, 1],"to form (something, such as the hands) into the shape of a cup",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 3, 2],"to put into or as if into a cup",1). c_DEF([ "cup" ,1, 3, 3],"to draw blood to the surface of the body by using a cupping glass",1). c_DEF([ "cup-tied",1,1,1 ], "(of a team, etc|) unable to play another fixture because of involvement in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cup-tied",1,1,1 ], "cup tie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cup-tied",1,1,2 ], "(of a player) unable to play in a cup tie because of some disallowance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupbearer",1,1,1 ], "an attendant who fills and serves wine cups, as in a royal household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupboard love",1,1,1 ], "a show of love inspired only by some selfish or greedy motive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupboard",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture or a recessed area of a room, with a door concealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupboard",1,1,1 ], "storage space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cupcake",1,1,1 ], "a small cake baked in a cup-shaped foil or paper case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupel",1,1,1 ], "a refractory pot in which gold or silver is refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupel",1,1,2 ], "a small porous bowl made of bone ash in which gold and silver are recovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupel",1,1,2 ], "from a lead button during assaying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cupel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to refine (gold or silver) by means of cupellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupellation",1,1,1 ], "cupel and oxidizing the lead by means of an air blast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cupellation",1,1,1 ], "the process of recovering precious metals from lead by melting the alloy in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupellation",1,1,2 ], "the manufacture of lead oxide by melting and oxidizing lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupidity",1,1,1 ], "strong desire, esp| for possessions or money; greed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupola",1,1,1 ], "a roof or ceiling in the form of a dome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupola",1,1,2 ], "a small structure, usually domed, on the top of a roof or dome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupola",1,1,3 ], "a protective dome for a gun on a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupola",1,1,4 ], "a vertical cylindrical furnace in which metals, esp| iron, are remelted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupola",1,1,4 ], "casting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuppa",1,1,1 ], "a cup of tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupped",1,1,1 ], "hollowed like a cup; concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupping glass",1,1,1 ], "a glass vessel from which air can be removed by suction or heat to create a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupping glass",1,1,1 ], "bloodletting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cupping glass",1,1,1 ], "partial vacuum: formerly used in drawing blood to the surface of the skin for slow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cupping",1,1,1 ], "the process of applying a cupping glass to the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupreous",1,1,1 ], "of, consisting of, containing, or resembling copper; coppery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupreous",1,1,2 ], "of the reddish-brown colour of copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing copper in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupriferous",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance such as an ore) containing or yielding copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuprite",1,1,1 ], "a red secondary mineral consisting of cuprous oxide in cubic crystalline form:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuprite",1,1,1 ], "a source of copper| Formula: Cu2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cupro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupronickel",1,1,1 ], "any ductile corrosion-resistant copper alloy containing up to 40 per cent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupronickel",1,1,1 ], "nickel: used in condenser tubes, turbine blades, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuprous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing copper in the monovalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuprum",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupulate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a small cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupulate",1,1,2 ], "(of plants or animals) having cupules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cupule",1,1,1 ], "a cup-shaped part or structure, such as the cup around the base of an acorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cur",1,1,1 ], "any vicious dog, esp| a mongrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cur",1,1,2 ], "a despicable or cowardly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being cured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curacy",1,1,1 ], "the office or position of curate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curagh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of currach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curare",1,1,1 ], "black resin obtained from certain tropical South American trees, acting on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curare",1,1,1 ], "by South American Indians as an arrow poison" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "curare",1,1,1 ], "motor nerves to cause muscular paralysis: used medicinally as a muscle relaxant and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curare",1,1,2 ], "any of various trees of the genera Chondrodendron and Strychnos from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curare",1,1,2 ], "this resin is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curarine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C19H26ON2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curarine",1,1,1 ], "an alkaloid extracted from curare, used as a muscle relaxant in surgery|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curarize",1,1,1 ], "to paralyse or treat with curare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curassow",1,1,1 ], "America| Curassows have long legs and tails and, typically, a distinctive crest of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curassow",1,1,1 ], "any gallinaceous bird of the family Cracidae, of S North, Central, and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curassow",1,1,1 ], "curled feathers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "curate",1,1,1 ], "a clergyman appointed to assist a parish priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curate",1,1,2 ], "a clergyman who has the charge of a parish (curate-in-charge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curate's egg",1,1,1 ], "partly so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curate's egg",1,1,1 ], "something that is bad but may be euphemistically described as being only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curative",1,1,1 ], "able or tending to cure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curative",1,2,1 ], "anything able to heal or cure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curator",1,1,1 ], "the administrative head of a museum, art gallery, or similar institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curator",1,1,2 ], "a guardian of a minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb roof",1,1,1 ], "a roof having two or more slopes on each side of the ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb",1,1,1 ], "something that restrains or holds back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb",1,1,2 ], "any enclosing framework, such as a wall of stones around the top of a well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb",1,1,2,1 ], "curb bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb",1,1,3 ], "a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap, which checks the horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb",1,1,3,2 ], "curb chain| the chain or strap itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb",1,1,4 ], "a hard swelling on the hock of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curb",1,2,1 ], "to control with or as if with a curb; restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curbing",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of kerbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curbstone",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of kerbstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curch",1,1,1 ], "a woman's plain cap or kerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curculio",1,1,1 ], "any of various American weevils, esp| Conotrachelus nenuphar , a pest of fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curculio",1,1,1 ], "trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curcuma",1,1,1 ], "any tropical Asian tuberous plant of the genus Curcuma, such as C| longa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curcuma",1,1,1 ], "family Zingiberaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "curcuma",1,1,1 ], "which is the source of turmeric, and C| zedoaria, which is the source of zedoary:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curd cheese",1,1,1 ], "a mild white cheese made from skimmed milk curds, smoother and fattier than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curd cheese",1,1,1 ], "cottage cheese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curd",1,1,1 ], "a substance formed from the coagulation of milk by acid or rennet, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curd",1,1,1 ], "making cheese or eaten as a food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curd",1,1,2 ], "something similar in consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curd",1,2,1 ], "to turn into or become curd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curdle",1,1,1 ], "to turn or cause to turn into curd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curdle",1,1,2 ], "curdle someone's blood| to fill someone with fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,1,1 ], "to get rid of (an ailment, fault, or problem); heal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,2,1 ], "to restore to health or good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,3,1 ], "to bring about a cure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,4,1 ], "to preserve (meat, fish, etc|) by salting, smoking, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,5,1,1 ], "to treat or finish (a substance) by chemical or physical means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,5,1,2 ], "to vulcanize (rubber)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,6,1 ], "to assist the hardening of (concrete, mortar, etc|) by keeping it moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,7,1 ], "a return to health, esp| after specific treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,7,2 ], "any course of medical therapy, esp| one proved effective in combating a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,7,2 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,7,3 ], "a means of restoring health or improving a condition, situation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,7,4 ], "the spiritual and pastoral charge of a parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,7,5 ], "a process or method of preserving meat, fish, etc|, by salting, pickling, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cure",1,7,5 ], "smoking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cure-all",1,1,1 ], "something reputed to cure anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curet" ,1, 1, 1],"a surgical instrument for removing dead tissue, growths, etc|, from the walls",1). c_DEF([ "curet" ,1, 1, 1],"of certain body cavities",2). c_DEF([ "curet" ,1, 2, 1],"or rettes, retting, retted",1). c_DEF([ "curet" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to scrape or clean with such an instrument",1). c_DEF([ "curettage",1,1,1 ], "the process of using a curet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curfew",1,1,1 ], "an official regulation setting restrictions on movement, esp| after a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curfew",1,1,1 ], "time at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curfew",1,1,2 ], "the time set as a deadline by such a regulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curfew",1,1,3 ], "(in medieval Europe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curfew",1,1,3,1 ], "the ringing of a bell to prompt people to extinguish fires and lights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curfew",1,1,3,2 ], "the time at which the curfew bell was rung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curfew",1,1,3,3 ], "the bell itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curia",1,1,1 ], "the papal court and government of the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curia",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Rome)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curia",1,1,2,1 ], "any of the ten subdivisions of the Latin, Sabine, or Etruscan tribes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curia",1,1,2,2 ], "a meeting place of such a subdivision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curia",1,1,2,3 ], "the senate house of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curia",1,1,2,4 ], "the senate of an Italian town under Roman administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curia",1,1,3 ], "(in the Middle Ages) a court held in the king's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curie",1,1,1 ], "a unit of radioactivity equal to 3|7 X 10'1'0 disintegrations per second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curio",1,1,1 ], "a small article valued as a collector's item, esp| something fascinating or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curio",1,1,1 ], "unusual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curiosa",1,1,1 ], "curiosities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curiosa",1,1,2 ], "books on strange subjects, esp| erotica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curiosity",1,1,1 ], "an eager desire to know; inquisitiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curiosity",1,1,1,1 ], "the quality of being curious; strangeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curiosity",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curiosity",1,1,2 ], "something strange or fascinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curiosity",1,1,3 ], "fastidiousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curious",1,1,1 ], "eager to learn;inquisitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curious",1,1,2 ], "over inquisitive; prying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curious",1,1,3 ], "interesting because of oddness or novelty; strange; unexpected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curious",1,1,4 ], "(of workmanship, etc|) highly detailed, intricate, or subtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curious",1,1,5 ], "fastidious or hard to please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curium",1,1,1 ], "10'7 years; valency: 3; relative density: 13|51 (calculated); melting pt|: 1340" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "curium",1,1,1 ], "a silvery-white metallic transuranic element artificially produced from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C (approx|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "curium",1,1,1 ], "plutonium| Symbol: Cm; atomic no|: 96; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'4'7Cm: 1|6 x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curl up",1,1,1 ], "rounded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curl up",1,1,1 ], "to adopt a reclining position with the legs close to the body and the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl up",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become spiral-shaped or curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl up",1,2,1 ], "to retire to a quiet cosy setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl up",1,3,1 ], "to be defeated completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl up",1,3,2 ], "to be or cause to be disgusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of hair) to grow into curves or ringlets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,2,1 ], "to twist or roll (something, esp| hair) into coils or ringlets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to become or cause to become spiral-shaped or curved;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,2,2 ], "coil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,3,1 ], "to move in a curving or twisting manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,4,1 ], "to play the game of curling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,5,1 ], "to feel horrified or disgusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,6,1 ], "curl one's lip| to show contempt, as by raising a corner of the lip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,7,1 ], "a curve or coil of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,7,2 ], "a curved or spiral shape or mark, as in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,7,3 ], "the act of curling or state of being curled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,7,4 ], "any of various plant diseases characterized by curling of the leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,7,5 ], "a vector quantity associated with a vector field that is the vector product of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,7,5 ], "being unit vectors| Usually written curl A, rot A" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "curl",1,7,5 ], "the operator V and a vector function A, where V = i6/6x,,j6/6y,,k6/6z, i, j, and k" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curler",1,1,1 ], "any of various pins, clasps, or rollers used to curl or wave hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curler",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that curls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curler",1,1,3 ], "a person who plays curling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curlew sandpiper",1,1,1 ], "a common Eurasian sandpiper, Calidris ferruginea, having a brick-red breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curlew sandpiper",1,1,1 ], "plumage and a greyish winter plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curlew",1,1,1 ], "any large shore bird of the genus Numenius, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curlew",1,2,1 ], "Charadriiformes|They have a long downward-curving bill and occur in northern and arctic regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curlew",1,2,1 ], "arquata of Europe and Asia: family Scolopacidae (sandpipers, etc|), order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curlicue",1,1,1 ], "an intricate ornamental curl or twist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curling tongs",1,1,1 ], "a metal scissor-like device that is heated, so that strands of hair may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curling tongs",1,1,1 ], "twined around it in order to form curls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curling",1,1,1 ], "(curling stones) are slid towards a target (tee)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curling",1,1,1 ], "a game played on ice, esp| in Scotland, in which heavy stones with handles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curlpaper",1,1,1 ], "a strip of paper used to roll up and set a section of hair, usually wetted," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curlpaper",1,1,1 ], "into a curl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curly",1,1,1 ], "curlier, curliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curly",1,1,2 ], "tending to curl; curling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curly",1,1,3 ], "having curls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curly",1,1,4 ], "(of timber) having irregular curves or waves in the grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curmudgeon",1,1,1 ], "a surly or miserly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currajong",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kurrajong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currant",1,1,1 ], "a small dried seedless grape of the Mediterranean region, used in cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currant",1,1,2 ], "(redcurrant) and R| nigrum (blackcurrant): family Grossulariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "currant",1,1,2 ], "any of several mainly N temperate shrubs of the genus Ribes, esp| R| rubrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currant",1,1,3 ], "the small acid fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currawong",1,1,1 ], "and white plumage: family Cracticidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "currawong",1,1,1 ], "any Australian crowlike songbird of the genus Strepera, having black, grey," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currency",1,1,1 ], "a metal or paper medium of exchange that is in current use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currency",1,1,2 ], "general acceptance or circulation; prevalence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currency",1,1,3 ], "the period of time during which something is valid, accepted, or in force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currency",1,1,4 ], "the act of being passed from person to person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current account",1,1,1 ], "a bank account that usually carries no interest and against which cheques may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current account",1,1,1 ], "be drawn at any time| U|S| name: checking account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "current account",1,1,2 ], "invisible balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "current account",1,1,2 ], "that part of the balance of payments composed of the balance of trade and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current assets",1,1,1 ], "cash and operating assets that are convertible into cash within a year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current density",1,1,1 ], "flow at that point| It is measured in amperes per square metre| Symbol: J" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "current density",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the electric current flowing at a particular point in a conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current density",1,1,1 ], "to the cross-sectional area of the conductor taken perpendicular to the current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "current expenses",1,1,1 ], "business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "current expenses",1,1,1 ], "noncapital and usually recurrent expenditures necessary for the operation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current liabilities",1,1,1 ], "business liabilities maturing within a year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,1,1 ], "of the immediate present; in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,1,2 ], "most recent; up-to-date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,1,3 ], "commonly known, practised, or accepted; widespread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,1,4 ], "circulating and valid at present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of water or air) a steady usually natural flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,2,2 ], "a mass of air, body of water, etc|, that has a steady flow in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,2,2 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,2,3 ], "the rate of flow of such a mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,2,3,1 ], "a flow of electric charge through a conductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,2,3,2 ], "the rate of flow of this charge| It is usually measured in amperes| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "current",1,2,4 ], "a general trend or drift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curricle",1,1,1 ], "a two-wheeled open carriage drawn by two horses side by side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curriculum vitae",1,1,1 ], "an outline of a person's educational and professional history, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curriculum vitae",1,1,1 ], "prepared for job applications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curriculum",1,1,1 ], "a course of study in one subject at a school or college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curriculum",1,1,2 ], "a list of all the courses of study offered by a school or college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curriculum",1,1,3 ], "any programme or plan of activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currier",1,1,1 ], "a person who grooms horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currier",1,1,2 ], "a person who curries leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curriery",1,1,1 ], "the trade, work, or place of occupation of a leather currier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currish",1,1,1 ], "of or like a cur; rude or bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curry powder",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of finely ground pungent spices, such as turmeric, cumin, coriander," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curry powder",1,1,1 ], "ginger, etc|, used in making curries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curry puff",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a type of pie or pasty consisting of a pastry case containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curry puff",1,1,1 ], "curried meat and vegetables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curry" ,1, 1, 1],"a spicy dish of oriental, esp| Indian, origin that is made in many ways but",1). c_DEF([ "curry" ,1, 1, 1],"usually consists of meat or fish prepared in a hot piquant sauce",2). c_DEF([ "curry" ,1, 1, 2],"curry seasoning or sauce",1). c_DEF([ "curry" ,1, 1, 3],"give someone curry| Austral| slang| to assault (a person) verbally or",1). c_DEF([ "curry" ,1, 1, 3],"physically",2). c_DEF([ "curry" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to prepare (food) with curry powder or sauce",1). c_DEF([ "curry",2,1,1 ], "to beat vigorously, as in order to clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curry",2,1,2 ], "flexible, and waterproof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curry",2,1,2 ], "to dress and finish (leather) after it has been tanned to make it strong," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curry",2,1,3 ], "to groom (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curry",2,1,4 ], "curry favour| to ingratiate oneself, esp| with superiors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "currycomb",1,1,1 ], "a square comb consisting of rows of small teeth, used for grooming horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 1],"a profane or obscene expression of anger, disgust, surprise, etc|; oath",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 2],"an appeal to a supernatural power for harm to come to a specific person,",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 2],"group, etc",2). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 3],"harm resulting from an appeal to a supernatural power",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 4],"something that brings or causes great trouble or harm",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 5],"a saying, charm, effigy, etc|, used to invoke a curse",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 6],"an ecclesiastical censure of excommunication",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 7],"(preceded by the)",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 1, 8],"menstruation or a menstrual period",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 2, 1],"es, cursing, cursed or curst",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to utter obscenities or oaths",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to abuse (someone) with obscenities or oaths",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to invoke supernatural powers to bring harm to (someone or something)",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 2, 5],"(tr|) to bring harm upon",1). c_DEF([ "curse" ,1, 2, 6],"(tr|) another word for excommunicate",1). c_DEF([ "cursed",1,1,1 ], "under a curse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursed",1,1,2 ], "deserving to be cursed; detestable; hateful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursed",1,1,3 ], "bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curses",1,1,1 ], "an expression of disappointment or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursive",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to handwriting in which letters are formed and joined in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursive",1,1,1 ], "rapid flowing style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cursive",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to typefaces that resemble handwriting|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursive",1,2,1 ], "a cursive letter or printing type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursive",1,2,2 ], "a manuscript written in cursive letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursor",1,1,1 ], "on a slide rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cursor",1,1,1 ], "the sliding part of a measuring instrument, esp| a transparent sliding square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursor",1,1,2 ], "any of various devices, typically a movable point of light, that identify a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursor",1,1,2 ], "specific position on a visual display unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cursorial",1,1,1 ], "adapted for running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cursory",1,1,1 ], "hasty and usually superficial; quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curst",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of curse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curst",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of cursed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curt",1,1,1 ], "rudely blunt and brief; abrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curt",1,1,2 ], "short or concise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtail step",1,1,1 ], "ends and terminated with a scroll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtail step",1,1,1 ], "the step or steps at the foot of a flight of stairs, widened at one or both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtail",1,1,1 ], "to cut short abridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain call",1,1,1 ], "acknowledge applause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtain call",1,1,1 ], "the appearance of performers at the end of a theatrical performance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain lecture",1,1,1 ], "a scolding or rebuke given in private, esp| by a wife to her husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain speech",1,1,1 ], "a talk given in front of the curtain after a stage performance, often by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain speech",1,1,1 ], "author or an actor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtain speech",1,1,2 ], "the final speech of an act or a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain wall",1,1,1 ], "a non-load-bearing external wall attached to a framed structure, often one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain wall",1,1,1 ], "that is prefabricated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtain wall",1,1,2 ], "a low wall outside the outer wall of a castle, serving as a first line of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain wall",1,1,2 ], "defence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,1 ], "a piece of material that can be drawn across an opening or window, to shut out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,1 ], "light or to provide privacy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,2 ], "a barrier to vision, access, or communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,3 ], "a hanging cloth or similar barrier for concealing all or part of a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,3 ], "stage from the audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,4 ], "(often preceded by the) the end of a scene of a play, opera, etc|, marked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,4 ], "the fall or closing of the curtain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,1,5 ], "the rise or opening of the curtain at the start of a performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,2,1 ], "to shut off or conceal with or as if with a curtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain",1,3,1 ], "to provide (a window, etc|) with curtains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain-raiser",1,1,1 ], "a short dramatic piece presented before the main play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtain-raiser",1,1,2 ], "any preliminary event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtains",1,1,1 ], "death or ruin; the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtal axe",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete term for cutlass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtal",1,1,1 ], "cut short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtal",1,1,2 ], "(of friars) wearing a short frock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtal",1,2,1 ], "an animal whose tail has been docked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtal",1,2,2 ], "something that is cut short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtana",1,1,1 ], "emblem of mercy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curtana",1,1,1 ], "the unpointed sword carried before an English sovereign at a coronation as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtate",1,1,1 ], "shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtilage",1,1,1 ], "the enclosed area of land adjacent to a dwelling house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curtsy" ,1, 1, 1],"a formal gesture of greeting and respect made by women in which the knees are",1). c_DEF([ "curtsy" ,1, 1, 1],"bent, the head slightly bowed, and the skirt held outwards",2). c_DEF([ "curtsy" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to make a curtsy",1). c_DEF([ "curule chair",1,1,1 ], "an upholstered folding seat with curved legs used by the highest civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curule chair",1,1,1 ], "officials of ancient Rome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curule",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) of the highest rank, esp| one entitled to use a curule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curule",1,1,1 ], "chair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curvaceous",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman) having a well-rounded body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvature",1,1,1 ], "something curved or a curved part of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvature",1,1,2 ], "any normal or abnormal curving of a bodily part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvature",1,1,3 ], "a circle or sphere it is the reciprocal of the radius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curvature",1,1,3 ], "the change in inclination of a tangent to a curve over unit length of arc| For" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvature",1,1,4 ], "the act of curving or the state or degree of being curved or bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,1 ], "a continuously bending line that has no straight parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,2 ], "a woman's body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,2 ], "something that curves or is curved, such as a bend in a road or the contour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,3 ], "the act or extent of curving; curvature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,3,1 ], "a system of points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation; a locus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,3,1 ], "points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,3,2 ], "the graph of a function with one independent variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,4 ], "a line representing data, esp| statistical data, on a graph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,1,5 ], "short for French curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curve",1,2,1 ], "to take or cause to take the shape or path of a curve; bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvet" ,1, 1, 1],"a low leap with all four feet off the ground",1). c_DEF([ "curvet" ,1, 2, 1],"to make or cause to make such a leap",1). c_DEF([ "curvet" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to prance or frisk about",1). c_DEF([ "curvilinear",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, bounded by, or characterized by a curved line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvilinear",1,1,2 ], "along a curved line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvilinear",1,1,3 ], "(of a set of coordinates) determined by or determining a system of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "curvilinear",1,1,3 ], "orthogonal surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cur|",1,1,1 ], "currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuscus",1,1,1 ], "Australia, New Guinea, and adjacent islands, having dense fur, prehensile tails, large" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuscus",1,1,1 ], "any of several large nocturnal phalangers of the genus Phalanger, of N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuscus",1,1,1 ], "eyes, and a yellow nose" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cusec",1,1,1 ], "0|028,317 cubic metre per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cusec",1,1,1 ], "a unit of flow equal to 1 cubic foot per second| 1 cusec is equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushat",1,1,1 ], "another name for wood pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,1 ], "a bag made of cloth, leather, plastic, etc|, filled with feathers, air, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,1 ], "other yielding substance, used for sitting on, leaning against, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,2 ], "or pad or to absorb shock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a cushion in function or appearance, esp| one to support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,3 ], "the resilient felt-covered rim of a billiard table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,4 ], "another name for pillow ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,5 ], "short for air cushion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,6 ], "a capital, used in Byzantine, Romanesque, and Norman architecture, in the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,1,6 ], "of a bowl with a square top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,2,1 ], "to place, on or as on a cushion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,2,2 ], "to provide with cushions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,2,3 ], "to protect, esp| against hardship or change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,2,4 ], "to lessen or suppress the effects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,2,4,1 ], "to check (the motion) of (a mechanism) gently, esp| by the compression of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,2,4,1 ], "trapped fluid in a cylinder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cushion",1,2,4,2 ], "to provide with a means of absorbing shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cushy",1,1,1 ], "easy; comfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusk",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for the torsk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,1 ], "any of the small elevations on the grinding or chewing surface of a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,2 ], "any of the triangular flaps of a heart valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,3 ], "a point or pointed end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,4 ], "a point at which two arcs of a curve intersect and at which the two tangents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,4 ], "are coincident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,5 ], "a carving at the meeting place of two arcs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,6 ], "either of the points of a crescent moon or of a satellite or inferior planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,6 ], "in a similar phase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cusp",1,1,7 ], "any division between houses or signs of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuspate" ,1, 1, 1],"cuspated, or cusped (k'spt) adj",1). c_DEF([ "cuspate" ,1, 1, 2],"having a cusp or cusps",1). c_DEF([ "cuspate" ,1, 1, 3],"shaped like a cusp; cusplike",1). c_DEF([ "cuspid",1,1,1 ], "a tooth having one point; canine tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuspidate" ,1, 1, 1],"cuspidated, or cuspidal adj",1). c_DEF([ "cuspidate" ,1, 1, 2],"having a cusp or cusps",1). c_DEF([ "cuspidate" ,1, 1, 3],"(esp| of leaves) narrowing to a point",1). c_DEF([ "cuspidation",1,1,1 ], "decoration using cusps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuspidor",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for spittoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuss",1,1,1 ], "a curse; oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuss",1,1,2 ], "a person or animal, esp| an annoying one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuss",1,2,1 ], "another word for curse 9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cussed",1,1,1 ], "another word for cursed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cussed",1,1,2 ], "obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cussed",1,1,3 ], "annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard apple",1,1,1 ], "a West Indian tree, Annona reticulata: family Annonaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard apple",1,1,2 ], "the large heart-shaped fruit of this tree, which has a fleshy edible pulp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard apple",1,1,3 ], "any of several related trees or fruits, esp| the papaw and sweetsop|Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard apple",1,1,3 ], "called (for senses 1, 2): bullock's heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custard pie",1,1,1,1 ], "a flat, open pie filled with real or artificial custard, as thrown in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard pie",1,1,1,1 ], "slapstick comedy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custard pie",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard powder",1,1,1 ], "a powder containing cornflour, sugar, etc|, for thickening milk to make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard powder",1,1,1 ], "yellow sauce| (" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custard",1,1,1 ], "a baked sweetened mixture of eggs and milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custard",1,1,2 ], "a sauce made of milk and sugar thickened with cornflour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custodian",1,1,1 ], "a person who has custody, as of a prisoner, ward, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custodian",1,1,2 ], "a guardian or keeper, as of an art collection, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custody",1,1,1 ], "minor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custody",1,1,1 ], "the act of keeping safe or guarding, esp| the right of guardianship of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custody",1,1,2 ], "take into custody)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custody",1,1,2 ], "the state of being held by the police; arrest (esp| in the phrases in custody," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,1 ], "a usual or habitual practice; typical mode of behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,2 ], "convention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,2 ], "the long-established habits or traditions of a society collectively;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,2,1 ], "a practice which by long-established usage has come to have the force of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,2,2 ], "such practices collectively (esp| in the phrase custom and practice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,3 ], "habitual patronage, esp| of a shop or business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,4 ], "the customers of a shop or business collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,1,5 ], "(in feudal Europe) a tribute paid by a vassal to his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,2,1 ], "combinations custom-built, custom-made)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,2,1 ], "made to the specifications of an individual customer (often in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom",1,2,2 ], "specializing in goods so made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom-built",1,1,1 ], "(of cars, houses, etc|) made according to the specifications of an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom-built",1,1,1 ], "buyer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custom-made",1,1,1 ], "(of suits, dresses, etc|) made according to the specifications of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custom-made",1,1,1 ], "individual buyer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "customable",1,1,1 ], "subject to customs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customary" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"founded upon long continued practices and usage rather than law",1). c_DEF([ "customary" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"(of land, esp| a feudal estate) held by custom",1). c_DEF([ "customary" ,1, 1, 1],"in accordance with custom or habitual practice; usual; habitual",1). c_DEF([ "customary" ,1, 2, 1],"aries",1). c_DEF([ "customary" ,1, 2, 2],"a",1). c_DEF([ "customary" ,1, 2, 3, 2],"a body of such laws and customs",1). c_DEF([ "customary" ,1, 2, 3],"a statement in writing of customary laws and practices",1). c_DEF([ "customer",1,1,1 ], "a person who buys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customer",1,1,2 ], "a person with whom one has dealings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customize",1,1,1 ], "to make something according to a customer's individual requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customs house",1,1,1 ], "a government office, esp| at a port, where customs are collected and ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customs house",1,1,1 ], "cleared for entry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "customs union",1,1,1 ], "an association of nations which promotes free trade within the union and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customs union",1,1,1 ], "establishes common tariffs on trade with nonmember nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "customs",1,1,1 ], "duty on imports or exports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customs",1,1,2 ], "the government department responsible for the collection of these duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customs",1,1,3 ], "are examined for dutiable goods and contraband" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "customs",1,1,3 ], "the part of a port, airport, frontier station, etc|, where baggage and freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "customs",1,1,4 ], "the procedure for examining baggage and freight, paying duty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "custos",1,1,1 ], "a superior in the Franciscan religious order",1 ). c_DEF([ "custos",1,1,1 ], "guardian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "custumal",1,2,1 ], "another word for customary 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut across",1,1,1 ], "to be contrary to ordinary procedure or limitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut across",1,1,2 ], "to cross or traverse, making a shorter route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut along",1,1,1 ], "to hurry off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut and thrust",1,1,1 ], "using both the blade and the point of a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut and thrust",1,1,2 ], "(in argument, debate, etc|) a lively and spirited exchange of ideas or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut and thrust",1,1,2 ], "opinions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut down",1,1,1 ], "to fell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut down",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on) to reduce or make a reduction (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut down",1,2,1 ], "to remake (an old garment) in order to make a smaller one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut down",1,3,1 ], "to kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut down",1,3,2 ], "cut down to size| to reduce in importance or decrease the conceit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut glass",1,1,1 ], "glass, esp| bowls, vases, etc|, decorated by facet-cutting or grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut in" ,1, 1, 1],"to break in or interrupt",1). c_DEF([ "cut in" ,1, 1, 1],"to take the place of a person in a card-game",1). c_DEF([ "cut in" ,1, 1, 2],"a separate shot",1). c_DEF([ "cut in" ,1, 2, 1],"to interrupt a dancing couple to dance with one of them",1). c_DEF([ "cut in" ,1, 3, 1],"(of a driver, motor vehicle, etc|) to draw in front of another vehicle leaving",1). c_DEF([ "cut in" ,1, 3, 1],"too little space",2). c_DEF([ "cut in" ,1, 4, 1],"to allow to have a share",1). c_DEF([ "cut off" ,1, 1, 1],"to remove by cutting",1). c_DEF([ "cut off" ,1, 1, 2],"to intercept or interrupt something, esp| a telephone conversation",1). c_DEF([ "cut off" ,1, 1, 3],"to discontinue the supply of",1). c_DEF([ "cut off" ,1, 1, 4],"to bring to an end",1). c_DEF([ "cut off" ,1, 1, 5],"to deprive of rights; disinherit",1). c_DEF([ "cut off" ,1, 1, 6],"to sever or separate",1). c_DEF([ "cut off" ,1, 1, 7],"to occupy a position so as to prevent or obstruct (a retreat or escape)",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 1, 1],"to delete or remove",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 10, 1],"to intercept (a pass)",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 11, 1],"to separate (cattle) from a herd",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 12, 1],"to end or finish",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 12, 2],"have one's work cut out| to have as much work as one can manage",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 13, 1],"something that has been or is intended to be cut out from something else",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 13, 2],"a photograph or drawing from which the background has been cut away",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 13, 3],"a device that switches off or interrupts an electric circuit, esp| a switch",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 13, 3],"acting as a safety device",2). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 13, 4],"an impressed stamp cut out from an envelope for collecting purposes",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 13, 5],"the end of shearing",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 2, 1],"to shape or form by cutting",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 3, 1],"to suit or equip for",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 4, 1],"(of an engine, etc|) to cease to operate suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 5, 1],"the subject stand out",2). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 5, 1],"to remove the background from a photograph or drawing to make the outline of",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 6, 1],"(of an electrical device) to switch off, usually automatically",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 7, 1],"to oust and supplant (a rival)",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 8, 1],"(of a person) to be excluded from a card game",1). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 9, 1],"it out)",2). c_DEF([ "cut out" ,1, 9, 1],"to cease doing something, esp| something undesirable (esp| in the phrase cut",1). c_DEF([ "cut string",1,1,1 ], "another name for bridgeboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut up",1,1,1 ], "to cut into pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut up",1,1,2 ], "to inflict injuries on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut up",1,1,3 ], "to affect the feelings of deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut up",1,1,4 ], "to subject to severe criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut up",1,1,5 ], "cut up rough| Brit| informal| to become angry or bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,1,1 ], "gash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,1,1 ], "to open up or incise (a person or thing) with a sharp edge or instrument;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,1,2 ], "(of a sharp instrument) to penetrate or incise (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,1,3 ], "to divide or be divided with or as if with a sharp instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,10,1 ], "or in haste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,10,1 ], "to absent oneself from (an activity, location, etc|), esp| without permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,11,1 ], "to abridge, shorten, or edit by excising a part or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,12,1 ], "to lower, reduce, or curtail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,13,1 ], "to dilute or weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,14,1 ], "to dissolve or break up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,14,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by across or through) to cross or traverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,15,1 ], "to make a sharp or sudden change in direction; veer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,15,2 ], "to grow (teeth) through the gums or (of teeth) to appear through the gums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,16,1,1 ], "to call a halt to a shooting sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,16,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) to move quickly to another scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,16,2 ], "to edit film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,16,3 ], "to switch off a light, car engine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,17,1 ], "(of a performer, recording company, etc|) to make (a record or tape of a song," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,17,1 ], "concert, performance, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,17,1,1 ], "to divide (the pack) at random into two parts after shuffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,17,1,2 ], "to pick cards from a spread pack to decide dealer, partners, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,18,1 ], "to remove (material) from (an object) by means of a chisel, lathe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,19,1 ], "(of a tool) to bite into (an object)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,2,1 ], "to use a sharp-edged instrument or an instrument that cuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,1 ], "(of a horse) to injure the leg just above the hoof by a blow from the opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,1 ], "foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,10 ], "cut corners| to take the easiest or shortest way, esp| at the expense of high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,10 ], "standards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,11 ], "cut loose| to free or become freed from restraint, custody, anchorage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,12 ], "cut no ice| Informal| to fail to make an impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,13 ], "cut one's teeth on| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,13,1 ], "to use at an early age or stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,13,2 ], "to practise on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,2 ], "cut a caper or capers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,2,1 ], "to skip or jump playfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,2,2 ], "to act or behave playfully; frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,3 ], "cut both ways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,3,1 ], "to have both good and bad effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,3,2 ], "to affect both sides of something, as two parties in an argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,4 ], "cut a dash| to behave or dress showily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,5 ], "cut dead| Informal| to ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,6 ], "(a person) completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,7 ], "cut a figure| to appear or behave in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,8 ], "cut and run| Informal| to make a rapid escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,20,9 ], "cut it fine| Informal| to leave little or no margin for error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,1 ], "detached, divided, or separated by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,2 ], "incised or divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,3 ], "made, shaped, or fashioned by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,4 ], "reduced or diminished by or as if by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,5 ], "gelded or castrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,6 ], "weakened or diluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,7 ], "a slang word for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,21,8 ], "cut and dried| Informal| settled or arranged in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,1 ], "the act of cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,10 ], "a portion or share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,11 ], "a straw, slip of paper, etc|, used in drawing lots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,12 ], "the manner or style in which a thing, esp| a garment, is cut; fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,13 ], "a direct route; short cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,14 ], "the U|S| name for block ,1,13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,15 ], "the spin of a cut ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,16 ], "a stroke made with the bat in a roughly horizontal position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,17 ], "an immediate transition from one shot to the next, brought about by splicing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,17 ], "the two shots together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,18 ], "words or an action that hurt another person's feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,19 ], "a refusal to recognize an acquaintance; snub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,2 ], "a stroke or incision made by cutting; gash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,20 ], "an unauthorized absence, esp| from a school class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,21 ], "a fraction obtained in distillation, as in oil refining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,22 ], "the depth of metal removed in a single pass of a machine tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,23 ], "a stretch of water, esp| a canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,24 ], "a cut above| Informal| superior to; better than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,25 ], "cold cuts| cooked meats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,3 ], "a piece or part cut off, esp| a section of food cut from the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,4 ], "the edge of anything cut or sliced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,5 ], "a passage, channel, path, etc|, cut or hollowed out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,6 ], "an omission or deletion, esp| in a text, film, or play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,7 ], "a reduction in price, salary, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,8 ], "short for power cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,22,9 ], "a quantity of timber cut during a specific time or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,3,1 ], "to trim or prune by or as if by clipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,4,1 ], "to reap or mow (a crop, grass, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,5,1 ], "to geld or castrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,6,1 ], "to make, form, or shape by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,7,1 ], "to hollow or dig out; excavate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,7,2 ], "to strike (an object) sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,8,1 ], "it to fall short" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,8,1 ], "to hit (a ball) with a downward slicing stroke so as to impart spin or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,8,2 ], "roughly horizontal bat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,8,2 ], "to hit (the ball) to the off side, usually between cover and third man, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,8,3 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,8,3 ], "to hurt or wound the feelings of (a person), esp| by malicious speech or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut",1,9,1 ], "to refuse to recognize; snub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut-price",1,1,1 ], "available at prices or rates below the standard price or rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut-price",1,1,2 ], "offering goods or services at prices below the standard price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut-up technique",1,1,1 ], "a technique of writing involving cutting up lines or pages of prose and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cut-up technique",1,1,1 ], "rearranging these fragments, popularized by the novelist William Burroughs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutaneous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutaway",1,1,1 ], "a man's coat cut diagonally from the front waist to the back of the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutaway",1,1,1,1 ], "a drawing or model of a machine, engine, etc|, in which part of the casing is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutaway",1,1,1,1 ], "omitted to reveal the workings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutaway",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutback" ,1, 1, 1],"a decrease or reduction",1). c_DEF([ "cutback" ,1, 1, 2],"another word (esp| U|S|) for ,flashback",1). c_DEF([ "cutback" ,1, 2, 1],"(adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "cutback" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to shorten by cutting off the end; prune",1). c_DEF([ "cutback" ,1, 2, 3],"(when intr|, foll| by on) to reduce or make a reduction (in)",1). c_DEF([ "cutch",1,1,1 ], "another name for catechu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutcherry",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in India) government offices and law courts collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cute",1,1,1 ], "appealing or attractive, esp| in a pretty way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cute",1,1,2 ], "affecting cleverness or prettiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cute",1,1,3 ], "clever; shrewd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuticle",1,1,1 ], "dead skin, esp| that round the base of a fingernail or toenail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuticle",1,1,2 ], "another name for epidermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuticle",1,1,3 ], "any covering layer or membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuticle",1,1,4 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuticle",1,1,4 ], "the protective layer, containing cutin, that covers the epidermis of higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuticle",1,1,5 ], "the hard protective layer covering the epidermis of many invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuticula",1,1,1 ], "cuticle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutie",1,1,1 ], "a person regarded as appealing or attractive, esp| a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutin",1,1,1 ], "a waxy waterproof substance, consisting of derivatives of fatty acids, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutin",1,1,1 ], "the main constituent of the plant cuticle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutinize",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become covered or impregnated with cutin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutis",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutlass fish",1,1,1 ], "another name for the hairtail (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutlass",1,1,1 ], "a curved, one-edged sword formerly used by sailors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutler",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or sells cutlery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutlery",1,1,1 ], "implements used for eating, such as knives, forks, and spoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutlery",1,1,2 ], "instruments used for cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutlery",1,1,3 ], "the art or business of a cutler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutlet",1,1,1 ], "a piece of meat taken esp| from the best end of neck of lamb, pork, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutlet",1,1,2 ], "a flat croquette of minced chicken, lobster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutpurse",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for pickpocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that cuts, esp| a person who cuts cloth for clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,2 ], "a sailing boat with its mast stepped further aft so as to have a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,2 ], "foretriangle than that of a sloop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,3 ], "a ship's boat, powered by oars or sail, for carrying passengers or light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,3 ], "cargo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,4 ], "a small lightly armed boat, as used in the enforcement of customs regulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,5 ], "a pig weighing between 68 and 82 kg, from which fillets and larger joints are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutter",1,1,5 ], "cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutthroat",1,1,1 ], "a person who cuts throats; murderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutthroat",1,1,2 ], "a razor with a long blade that usually folds into the handle| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutthroat",1,1,2 ], "straight razor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutthroat",1,2,1 ], "bloodthirsty or murderous; cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutthroat",1,2,2 ], "fierce or relentless in competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutthroat",1,2,3 ], "(of some games) played by three people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting grass",1,1,1 ], "a W African name for cane rat ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,1 ], "a piece cut off from the main part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of vegetative propagation in which a part of a plant, such as a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,1,1 ], "or leaf, is induced to form its own roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,1,2 ], "a part separated for this purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,2 ], "an article, photograph, etc|, cut from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,2 ], "newspaper or other publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,3 ], "the editing process by which a film is cut and made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,4 ], "an excavation in a piece of high land for a road, railway, etc|, enabling it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,4 ], "to remain at approximately the same level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,1,5 ], "designed for or adapted to cutting; edged; sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,2,1 ], "keen; piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutting",1,2,2 ], "tending to hurt the feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuttle",1,1,1 ], "short for cuttlefish or cuttlebone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuttle",1,1,2 ], "little cuttle| a small cuttlefish, Sepiola atlantica, often found on beaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuttlebone",1,1,1 ], "the internal calcareous shell of the cuttlefish, used as a mineral supplement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuttlebone",1,1,1 ], "to the diet of cage birds and as a polishing agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuttlefish",1,1,1 ], "(decapods)| Sometimes shortened to cuttle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cuttlefish",1,1,1 ], "any cephalopod mollusc of the genus Sepia and related genera, which occur near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cuttlefish",1,1,1 ], "the bottom of inshore waters and have a broad flattened body: order Decapoda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutty stool",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in Scotland) the church seat on which an unchaste person sat while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutty stool",1,1,1 ], "being harangued by the minister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cutty" ,1, 1, 1],"dialect",1). c_DEF([ "cutty" ,1, 2, 1],"short or cut short",1). c_DEF([ "cutty" ,1, 3, 1],"ties",1). c_DEF([ "cutty" ,1, 3, 2],"something cut short, such as a spoon or short-stemmed tobacco pipe",1). c_DEF([ "cutty" ,1, 3, 3],"an immoral girl or woman (in Scotland used as a general term of abuse for a",1). c_DEF([ "cutty" ,1, 3, 3],"woman)",2). c_DEF([ "cutty" ,1, 3, 4],"a short thickset girl",1). c_DEF([ "cutwater",1,1,1 ], "the forward part of the stem of a vessel, which cuts through the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutwork",1,1,1 ], "openwork embroidery in which the pattern is cut away from the background" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutworm",1,1,1 ], "the caterpillar of various noctuid moths, esp| those of the genus Argrotis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cutworm",1,1,1 ], "which is a pest of young crop plants in North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cuvette",1,1,1 ], "a shallow dish or vessel for holding liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cwm",1,1,1 ], "(in Wales) a valley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cwm",1,1,2 ], "another name for cirque ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cwt|",1,1,1 ], "hundredweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cy pres",1,1,1 ], "as closely as practicable when literal compliance is impossible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cy pres",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the intention of a donor or testator should be carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyan",1,1,1 ], "a highly saturated green-blue that is the complementary colour of red and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyan",1,1,1 ], "forms, with magenta and yellow, a set of primary colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyan",1,2,1 ], "of this colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyan-",1,1,1 ], "variant of cyano- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanamide",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless crystalline soluble weak dibasic acid, which can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanamide",1,1,1 ], "hydrolysed to urea|Formula: H2NCN" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanamide",1,1,2 ], "a salt or ester of cyanamide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanamide",1,1,3 ], "short for calcium cyanamide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of cyanic acid, containing the ion '-OCN or the group -OCN" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous volatile liquid acid that hydrolyses readily to ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "and carbon dioxide| Formula: HOCN" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanic",1,1,1 ], "having a blue or bluish colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanide process",1,1,1 ], "a process for recovering gold and silver from ores by treatment with a weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanide process",1,1,1 ], "solution of sodium cyanide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanide",1,1,1 ], "any salt of hydrocyanic acid| Cyanides contain the ion CN- and are extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanide",1,1,1 ], "poisonous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanide",1,1,2 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for nitrile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanine",1,1,1 ], "a blue dye used to extend the sensitivity of photographic emulsions to colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanine",1,1,1 ], "other than blue and ultraviolet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanine",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of chemically related dyes, used for the same purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanite",1,1,1 ], "Al2SiO5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyanite",1,1,1 ], "a grey, green, or blue mineral consisting of aluminium silicate in triclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| It occurs in metamorphic rocks and is used as a refractory| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyano-",1,1,1 ], "blue or dark blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyano-",1,1,2 ], "indicating cyanogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyano-",1,1,3 ], "indicating cyanide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanocobalamin",1,1,1 ], "C63H88O14N14PCo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyanocobalamin",1,1,1 ], "a complex red crystalline compound, containing cyanide and cobalt and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanocobalamin",1,1,1 ], "occurring in liver: lack of it in the tissues leads to pernicious anaemia| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanogen",1,1,1 ], "an extremely poisonous colourless flammable gas with an almond-like odour: has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanogen",1,1,1 ], "been used in chemical warfare| Formula: (CN)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanohydrin",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds containing a cyanide group and a hydroxyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanohydrin",1,1,1 ], "group bound to the same carbon atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanosis",1,1,1 ], "a bluish-purple discoloration of skin and mucous membranes usually resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyanosis",1,1,1 ], "from a deficiency of oxygen in the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyanotype",1,1,1 ], "another name for blueprint ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cybernate",1,1,1 ], "process) to be controlled by a servomechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cybernate",1,1,1 ], "to control (a manufacturing process, etc|) with a servomechanism or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cybernetics",1,1,1 ], "and biological systems" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cybernetics",1,1,1 ], "mechanical devices and the extent to which useful comparisons can be made between man-made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cybernetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with control systems in electronic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycad",1,1,1 ], "any tropical or subtropical gymnosperm plant of the order Cycadales, having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycad",1,1,1 ], "unbranched stem with fernlike leaves crowded at the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclamate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of cyclamic acid| Certain of the salts have a very sweet taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclamate",1,1,1 ], "and were formerly used as food additives and sugar substitutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclamen",1,1,1 ], "any Old World plant of the primulaceous genus Cyclamen, having nodding white," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclamen",1,1,1 ], "pink, or red flowers, with reflexed petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclamen",1,2,1 ], "of a dark reddish-purple colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle of erosion",1,1,1 ], "from the original uplift of the land to the ultimate low plain, usually divided into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycle of erosion",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical sequence of modifications to the earth's surface by erosion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle of erosion",1,1,1 ], "the youthful, mature, and old stages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,1 ], "a recurring period of time in which certain events or phenomena occur and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,1 ], "reach completion or repeat themselves in a regular sequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,10 ], "a recurrent series of events or processes in plants and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,11 ], "a continuous change or a sequence of changes in the state of a system that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,11 ], "leads to the restoration of the system to its original state after a finite period of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,11 ], "time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,12 ], "one of a series of repeated changes in the magnitude of a periodically varying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,12 ], "quantity, such as current or voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,12,1 ], "a set of operations that can be both treated and repeated as a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,12,2 ], "the time required to complete a set of operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,13 ], "(in generative grammar) the set of cyclic rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,2 ], "a completed series of events that follows or is followed by another series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,2 ], "similar events occurring in the same sequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,3 ], "the time taken or needed for one such series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,4 ], "a vast period of time; age; aeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,5 ], "a group of poems or prose narratives forming a continuous story about a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,5 ], "central figure or event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,6 ], "a series of miracle plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,7 ], "a group or sequence of songs (see song-cycle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,8 ], "short for bicycle, tricycle, motorcycle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,1,9 ], "the orbit of a celestial body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,2,1 ], "to process through a cycle or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,3,1 ], "to move in or pass through cycles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycle",1,3,2 ], "to travel by or ride a bicycle or tricycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic pitch lever",1,1,1 ], "a lever in a helicopter to change the angle of attack of individual rotor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic pitch lever",1,1,1 ], "blades, causing the helicopter to move forwards, backwards, or sideways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,1 ], "recurring or revolving in cycles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,2 ], "(of an organic compound) containing a closed saturated or unsaturated ring of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,2 ], "atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,2,1 ], "arranged in whorls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,2,2 ], "having parts arranged in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a musical form consisting of several movements sharing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,3 ], "thematic material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,4 ], "(of a polygon) having vertices that lie on a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,5 ], "(in generative grammar) denoting one of a set of transformational rules all of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,5 ], "the first clause is embedded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyclic",1,1,5 ], "which must apply to a clause before any one of them applies to any clause in which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclist",1,1,1 ], "a person who rides or travels by bicycle, motorcycle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a circle or ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclo-",1,1,2 ], "denoting a cyclic compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclo-cross",1,1,1,1 ], "a form of cycle race held over rough ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclo-cross",1,1,1,2 ], "this sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycloalkane",1,1,1 ], "any saturated hydrocarbon similar to an alkane but having a cyclic molecular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycloalkane",1,1,1 ], "structure and the general formula CnH2n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclograph",1,1,1 ], "another name for arcograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclohexane",1,1,1 ], "C6H12" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyclohexane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble flammable liquid cycloalkane with a pungent odour, made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclohexane",1,1,1 ], "by hydrogenation of benzene and used as a paint remover and solvent| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycloid",1,1,2 ], "(of fish scales) rounded, thin, and smooth-edged, as those of the salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycloid",1,1,3 ], "(of a type of personality) characterized by exaggerated swings of mood between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycloid",1,1,3 ], "elation and depression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycloid",1,2,1 ], "rolls along a straight line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycloid",1,2,1 ], "the curve described by a point on the circumference of a circle as the circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycloid",1,2,2 ], "a fish that has cycloid scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclometer",1,1,1 ], "a device that records the number of revolutions made by a wheel and hence the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclometer",1,1,1 ], "distance travelled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclone" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for depression ,1,6",1). c_DEF([ "cyclone" ,1, 1, 2],"a violent tropical storm; hurricane",1). c_DEF([ "cyclone" ,1, 2, 1],"(of fencing) made of interlaced wire and metal",1). c_DEF([ "cyclonite",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline insoluble explosive prepared by the action of nitric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclonite",1,1,1 ], "on hexamethylenetetramine; cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine: used in bombs and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclonite",1,1,1 ], "shells| Formula: C3H6N6O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cycloparaffin",1,1,1 ], "another name for cycloalkane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclopedia",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for encyclopedia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclopentane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble cycloalkane found in petroleum and used mainly as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclopentane",1,1,1 ], "solvent| Formula: C5H10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cycloplegia",1,1,1 ], "paralysis of the muscles that adjust the shape of the lens of the eye," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cycloplegia",1,1,1 ], "resulting in loss of ability to focus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclopropane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable gaseous hydrocarbon, used in medicine as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclopropane",1,1,1 ], "anaesthetic; trimethylene| It is a cycloalkane with molecules containing rings of three" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclopropane",1,1,1 ], "carbon atoms| Formula: C3H6; boiling pt|: -34 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyclorama",1,1,1 ], "a large picture, such as a battle scene, on the interior wall of a cylindrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclorama",1,1,1 ], "room, designed to appear in natural perspective to a spectator in the centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclorama",1,1,1,1 ], "a curtain or wall curving along the back of a stage, usually painted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclorama",1,1,1,1 ], "represent the sky and serving to enhance certain lighting effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclorama",1,1,1,2 ], "any set of curtains that enclose the back and sides of a stage setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclosis",1,1,1 ], "the circulation of cytoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostome",1,1,1 ], "any primitive aquatic jawless vertebrate of the class Cyclostomata, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostome",1,1,1 ], "the lamprey and hagfish, having a round sucking mouth and pouchlike gills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostome",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the class Cyclostomata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostyle",1,1,1 ], "a kind of pen with a small toothed wheel, used for cutting minute holes in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostyle",1,1,1 ], "by forcing ink through the holes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostyle",1,1,1 ], "specially prepared stencil| Copies of the design so formed can be printed on a duplicator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostyle",1,1,2 ], "an office duplicator using a stencil prepared in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclostyle",1,2,1 ], "to print on a duplicator using such a stencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclothymia",1,1,1 ], "a condition characterized by periodical swings of mood between excitement and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclothymia",1,1,1 ], "depression, activity and inactivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclotron",1,1,1 ], "D-shaped hollow metal electrodes under the effect of a strong vertical magnetic field," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyclotron",1,1,1 ], "a type of particle accelerator in which the particles spiral inside two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyclotron",1,1,1 ], "gaining energy by a high-frequency voltage applied between these electrodes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyder",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| Brit|) of cider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cygnet",1,1,1 ], "a young swan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder block",1,1,1 ], "reciprocating internal-combustion engine| Sometimes shortened to block" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder block",1,1,1 ], "the metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling channels or fins of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder head",1,1,1 ], "engine it contains part of the combustion chamber and in an overhead-valve four-stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder head",1,1,1 ], "engine it houses the valves and their operating mechanisms| Sometimes shortened to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder head",1,1,1 ], "head" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder head",1,1,1 ], "the detachable metal casting that fits onto the top of a cylinder block| In an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder press",1,1,1 ], "another name for flat-bed press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,1 ], "a solid consisting of two parallel planes bounded by identical closed curves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,1 ], "usually circles, that are interconnected at every point by a set of parallel lines," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,1 ], "usually perpendicular to the planes| Volume" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,2 ], "a surface formed by a line moving round a closed plane curve at a fixed angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,2 ], "to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,3 ], "any object shaped like a cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,4 ], "the chamber in a reciprocating internal-combustion engine, pump, or compressor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,4 ], "within which the piston moves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,5 ], "containing cartridge chambers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,5 ], "the rotating mechanism of a revolver, situated behind the barrel and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,6 ], "any of the rotating drums on a printing press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,7 ], "a cylindrical seal of stone, clay, or precious stone decorated with linear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,7 ], "designs, found in the Middle East and Balkans: dating from about 6000 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,8 ], "a vertical cylindrical tank for storing hot water, esp| an insulated one made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,1,8 ], "of copper used in a domestic hot-water system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylinder",1,2,1 ], "to provide (a system) with cylinders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylindrical coordinates",1,1,1 ], "and its perpendicular distance, z, measured from this plane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cylindrical coordinates",1,1,1 ], "in terms of its polar coordinates (r, #Gg) in one plane, usually the (x, y) plane," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cylindrical coordinates",1,1,1 ], "three coordinates defining the location of a point in three-dimensional space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylindrical",1,1,1 ], "of, shaped like, or characteristic of a cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylindroid",1,1,1 ], "a cylinder with an elliptical cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylindroid",1,2,1 ], "resembling a cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cylix",1,1,1 ], "a variant of kylix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyl|",1,1,1 ], "cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyl|",1,1,2 ], "cylindrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyma",1,1,1 ], "Cyma recta has the convex part nearer the wall and cyma reversa has the concave part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyma",1,1,1 ], "either of two mouldings having a double curve, part concave and part convex|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyma",1,1,1 ], "nearer the wall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyma",1,1,2 ], "a variant of cyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymar",1,1,1 ], "a woman's short fur-trimmed jacket, popular in the 17th and 18th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymatium",1,1,1 ], "the top moulding of a classical cornice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymbal",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument of indefinite pitch consisting of a thin circular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymbal",1,1,1 ], "piece of brass, which vibrates when clashed together with another cymbal or struck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cymbal",1,1,1 ], "with a stick" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cymbalo",1,1,1 ], "another name for dulcimer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyme",1,1,1 ], "an inflorescence in which the first flower is the terminal bud of the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyme",1,1,1 ], "stem and subsequent flowers develop as terminal buds of lateral stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cymene",1,1,1 ], "The para- isomer is present in several essential oils| Formula: CH3C6H4CH(CH\3)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cymene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble liquid with an aromatic odour that exists in three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymene",1,1,1 ], "isomeric forms; methylpropylbenzene: used as solvents and for making synthetic resins|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cymogene",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of volatile flammable hydrocarbons, mainly butane, obtained in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymogene",1,1,1 ], "distillation of petroleum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cymograph",1,1,1 ], "a variant of kymograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymograph",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for tracing the outline of an architectural moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a cyme or cyma|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymophane",1,1,1 ], "a yellow or green opalescent variety of chrysoberyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cymose",1,1,1 ], "having the characteristics of a cyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynghanedd",1,1,1 ], "a complex system of rhyme and alliteration used in Welsh verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynic",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes the worst about people or the outcome of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynic",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for cynical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to Sirius, the Dog Star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynical",1,1,1 ], "distrustful or contemptuous of virtue, esp| selflessness in others; believing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynical",1,1,1 ], "the worst of others, esp| that all acts are selfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cynical",1,1,2 ], "sarcastic; mocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynical",1,1,3 ], "morality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cynical",1,1,3 ], "showing contempt for accepted standards of behaviour, esp| of honesty or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynicism",1,1,1 ], "the attitude or beliefs of a cynic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynicism",1,1,2 ], "a cynical action, remark, idea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynosure",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that attracts notice, esp| because of its brilliance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cynosure",1,1,1 ], "beauty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cynosure",1,1,2 ], "something that serves as a guide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyperaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowering plants with solid triangular stems, including the sedges, bulrush, cotton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyperaceous",1,1,1 ], "grass, and certain rushes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyperaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cyperaceae, a family of grasslike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypher",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of cipher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress pine",1,1,1 ], "and yielding valuable timber: family Cupressaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cypress pine",1,1,1 ], "any coniferous tree of the Australian genus Callitrus, having leaves in whorls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress vine",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American convolvulaceous climbing plant, Quamoclit pennata, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress vine",1,1,1 ], "finely divided compound leaves and scarlet or white tubular flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",1,1,1 ], "any coniferous tree of the N temperate genus Cupressus, having dark green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",1,1,1 ], "scalelike leaves and rounded cones: family Cupressaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",1,1,2 ], "Chamaecyparis lawsoniana , of the western U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related trees, such as the widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",1,1,3 ], "any of various other coniferous trees, esp| the swamp cypress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",1,1,4 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",2,1,1 ], "a fabric, esp| a fine silk, lawn, or crepelike material, often black and worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypress",2,1,1 ], "as mourning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinid",1,1,1 ], "any teleost fish of the mainly freshwater family Cyprinidae, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinid",1,1,1 ], "tench, roach, rudd, and dace" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinid",1,1,1 ], "toothless jaws and cycloid scales and including such food and game fishes as the carp," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cyprinidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinid",1,2,2 ], "resembling a carp; cyprinoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinodont",1,1,1 ], "Cyprinodontidae, resembling carp but having toothed jaws| The group includes the guppy," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinodont",1,1,1 ], "any small tropical or subtropical soft-finned fish of the mostly marine family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinodont",1,1,1 ], "killifish, swordtail, and topminnow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinodont",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cyprinodontidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinoid",1,1,1 ], "fishes including the cyprinids, characins, electric eels, and loaches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Cyprinoidea, a large suborder of teleost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinoid",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the carp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyprinoid",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the Cyprinoidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypripedium",1,1,1 ], "any orchid of the genus Cypripedium, having large flowers with an inflated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypripedium",1,1,1 ], "pouchlike lip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cypripedium",1,1,2 ], "any cultivated tropical orchid of the genus Paphiopedilum, having yellow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cypripedium",1,1,2 ], "green, or brownish-purple waxy flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cypsela",1,1,1 ], "achene but is surrounded by a calyx sheath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cypsela",1,1,1 ], "the dry one-seeded fruit of the daisy and related plants, which resembles an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyst",1,1,1 ], "any abnormal membranous sac or blisterlike pouch containing fluid or semisolid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyst",1,1,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cyst",1,1,2 ], "any normal sac or vesicle in the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyst",1,1,3 ], "a thick-walled protective membrane enclosing a cell, larva, or organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the gall bladder or of part of the urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystectomy",1,1,2 ], "surgical removal of any abnormal cyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cysteine",1,1,1 ], "a sulphur-containing amino acid, present in proteins, that oxidizes on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cysteine",1,1,1 ], "exposure to air to form cystine| Formula: HSCH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystic fibrosis",1,1,1 ], "a congenital disease of the exocrine glands, usually affecting young children," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystic fibrosis",1,1,1 ], "characterized by chronic infection of the respiratory tract and by pancreatic insufficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a cyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystic",1,1,2 ], "having or enclosed within a cyst; encysted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystic",1,1,3 ], "relating to the gall bladder or urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cysticercoid",1,1,1 ], "smaller bladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cysticercoid",1,1,1 ], "the larva of any of certain tapeworms, which resembles a cysticercus but has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cysticercus",1,1,1 ], "an encysted larval form of many tapeworms, consisting of a head (scolex)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cysticercus",1,1,1 ], "inverted in a fluid-filled bladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystine",1,1,1 ], "a sulphur-containing amino acid present in proteins: yields two molecules of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystine",1,1,1 ], "cysteine on reduction| Formula: HOOCCH(NH\2)CH2SSCH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cysto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a cyst or bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystocarp",1,1,1 ], "a reproductive body in red algae, developed after fertilization and consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystocarp",1,1,1 ], "of filaments bearing carpospores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystocele",1,1,1 ], "a hernia of the urinary bladder, esp| one protruding into the vagina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a cyst or bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystoid",1,2,1 ], "a tissue mass, such as a tumour, that resembles a cyst but lacks an outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystoid",1,2,1 ], "membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystolith",1,1,1 ], "a knoblike deposit of calcium carbonate in the epidermal cells of such plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystolith",1,1,1 ], "as the stinging nettle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystolith",1,1,2 ], "a urinary calculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystoscope",1,1,1 ], "a slender tubular medical instrument for examining the interior of the urethra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystoscope",1,1,1 ], "and urinary bladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cystotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the gall bladder or urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cystotomy",1,1,2 ], "surgical incision into the capsule of the lens of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytaster",1,1,1 ], "another word for aster ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytidine",1,1,1 ], "a nucleoside formed by the condensation of cytosine and ribose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the chemistry of living cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytochrome reductase",1,1,1 ], "another name for flavoprotein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytochrome",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of naturally occurring compounds, consisting of iron, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytochrome",1,1,1 ], "protein, and a porphyrin, that are important in cell oxidation-reduction reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cytogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the origin and development of plant and animal cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytogenetics",1,1,1 ], "heredity and variation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cytogenetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of genetics that correlates the structure of chromosomes with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytokinesis",1,1,1 ], "division of the cytoplasm of a cell, occurring at the end of mitosis or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytokinesis",1,1,1 ], "meiosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cytology",1,1,1 ], "formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cytology",1,1,1 ], "the study of plant and animal cells, including their structure, function, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytolysin",1,1,1 ], "a substance that can partially or completely destroy animal cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytolysis",1,1,1 ], "the dissolution of cells, esp| by the destruction of their membranes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cyton",1,1,1 ], "the body of a nerve cell as distinct from the processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytoplasm",1,1,1 ], "nucleus: contains organelles, vesicles, and other inclusions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cytoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the protoplasm of a cell contained within the cell membrane but excluding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytoplast",1,1,1 ], "the intact cytoplasm of a single cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytosine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline pyrimidine occurring in nucleic acids; 6-amino-2-hydroxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytosine",1,1,1 ], "pyrimidine| Formula: C4H5N3O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "cytotaxonomy",1,1,1 ], "classification of organisms based on cell structure, esp| the number, shape," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "cytotaxonomy",1,1,1 ], "etc|, of the chromosomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "czar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of tsar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "czardas",1,1,1 ], "a Hungarian national dance of alternating slow and fast sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "czardas",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "czarevitch",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of tsarevitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "czarevna",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of tsarevna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "czarina",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings (esp| U|S|) of tsarina or tsaritsa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "czarism",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of tsarism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "czarist",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of tsarist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,1 ], "carat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,10 ], "copyright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,11 ], "coulomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,2 ], "carbon (paper)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,3 ], "caught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,4 ], "cent(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,5 ], "century or centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,6 ], "chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,7 ], "(used esp| preceding a date) circa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,8 ], "colt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|",1,1,9 ], "contralto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|b|",1,1,1 ], "centre of buoyancy (of a boat, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|d|",1,1,1 ], "cash discount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|f|",1,1,1 ], "cost and freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|f|i|",1,1,1 ], "cost, freight, and insurance (included in the price quoted)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|g|",1,1,1 ], "centre of gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|h|",1,1,1 ], "custom house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|i|f|",1,1,1 ], "cost, insurance, and freight (included in the price quoted)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|m|",1,1,1 ], "court-martial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|o|s|",1,1,1 ], "cash on shipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|p|",1,1,1 ], "candle power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|p|",1,1,2 ], "chemically pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|p|s|",1,1,1 ], "cycles per second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "c|w|o|",1,1,1 ], "cash with order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "d",1,1,1 ], "density or relative density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "d",1,1,2 ], "a small increment in a given variable or function: used to indicate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "d",1,1,2 ], "derivative of one variable with respect to another, as in dy/dx| )" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "d'Arblay",1,1,1 ], "married name of (Fanny)Burney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dB",1,1,1 ], "decibel or decibels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "da capo",1,2,1 ], "to be repeated (in whole or part) from the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab hand",1,1,1 ], "a person who is particularly skilled at something; expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",1,1,1 ], "to touch or pat lightly and quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",1,2,1 ], "to daub with short tapping strokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",1,3,1 ], "to apply (paint, cream, etc|) with short tapping strokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",1,4,1 ], "a small amount, esp| of something soft or moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",1,4,2 ], "a small light stroke or tap, as with the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",1,4,3 ], "a slang word for fingerprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",2,1,1 ], "a small common European brown flatfish, Limanda limanda, covered with rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dab",2,1,1 ], "toothed scales: family Pleuronectidae: a food fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dab",2,1,2 ], "any of various other small flatfish, esp| flounders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dabber",1,1,1 ], "a pad used by printers and engravers for applying ink, etc|, by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dabble",1,1,1 ], "to dip, move, or splash (the fingers, feet, etc|) in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dabble",1,2,1 ], "to deal (with) or work (at) frivolously or superficially; play (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dabble",1,3,1 ], "to daub, mottle, splash, or smear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dabchick",1,1,1 ], "Podiceps ruficollis of the Old World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dabchick",1,1,1 ], "any of several small grebes of the genera Podiceps and Podilymbus, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dabster",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for dab hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dabster",1,1,2 ], "an incompetent or amateurish worker; bungler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dace",1,1,1 ], "a European freshwater cyprinid fish, Leuciscus leuciscus, with a slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dace",1,1,1 ], "bluish-green body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dace",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dacha",1,1,1 ], "a country house or cottage in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dachshund",1,1,1 ], "a long-bodied short-legged breed of dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dacoit",1,1,1 ], "(in India and Burma) a member of a gang of armed robbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dacoity",1,1,1 ], "(in India and Burma) robbery by an armed gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactyl",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot of three syllables, one long followed by two short ()" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactyl",1,1,2 ], "any digit of a vertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactylic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having a dactyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactylic",1,2,1 ], "a variant of dactyl ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactylo-",1,1,1 ], "finger or toe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactylogram",1,1,1 ], "a technical term for fingerprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactylography",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of fingerprints for purposes of identification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dactylology",1,1,1 ], "the method of using manual sign language, as in communicating with the deaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dad",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daddy",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daddy",1,1,2 ], "the daddy| Slang, chiefly U|S| and Austral| the supreme or finest example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daddy-longlegs",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a crane fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daddy-longlegs",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for harvestman ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dado",1,1,1 ], "the lower part of an interior wall that is decorated differently from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dado",1,1,1 ], "upper part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dado",1,1,2 ], "the part of a pedestal between the base and the cornice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dado",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a dado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daedal",1,1,1 ], "skilful or intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daemon",1,1,1 ], "a demigod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daemon",1,1,2 ], "the guardian spirit of a place or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daemon",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of demon ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daff",1,1,1 ], "short for daffodil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daff",2,1,1 ], "to frolic; play the fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daffodil",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated Eurasian amaryllidaceous plant, Narcissus pseudonarcissus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daffodil",1,1,1 ], "having spring-blooming yellow nodding flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daffodil",1,1,2 ], "any other plant of the genus Narcissus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daffodil",1,1,2,1 ], "a brilliant yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daffodil",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daffy",1,1,1 ], "daffier, daffiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daffy",1,1,2 ], "another word for daft 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daft",1,1,1 ], "foolish, simple, or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daft",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daft",1,2,1 ], "extremely fond (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daft",1,2,2 ], "frivolous; giddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dag" ,1, 1, 1],"to cut the daglock away from (a sheep)",1). c_DEF([ "dagga",1,1,1 ], "hemp smoked as a narcotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dagger",1,1,1 ], "a short stabbing weapon with a pointed blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dagger",1,1,2 ], "a character (@+) used in printing to indicate a cross reference, esp| to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dagger",1,1,2 ], "footnote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dagger",1,1,3 ], "at daggers drawn| in a state of open hostility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dagger",1,1,4 ], "look daggers| to glare with hostility; scowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dagger",1,2,1 ], "to mark with a dagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dagger",1,2,2 ], "to stab with a dagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daggerboard",1,1,1 ], "a boat to reduce keeling and leeway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daggerboard",1,1,1 ], "a light bladelike board inserted into the water through a slot in the keel of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daglock",1,1,1 ], "a dung-caked lock of wool around the hindquarters of a sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dago",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Latin race, esp| a Spaniard, Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dagoba",1,1,1 ], "a dome-shaped shrine containing relics of the Buddha or a Buddhist saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daguerreotype",1,1,1 ], "iodine-sensitized silver and developed in mercury vapour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daguerreotype",1,1,1 ], "one of the earliest photographic processes, in which the image was produced on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daguerreotype",1,1,2 ], "a photograph formed by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dah",1,1,1 ], "representation of Morse and other telegraphic codes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dah",1,1,1 ], "the long sound used in combination with the short sound dit, in the spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dahabeah",1,1,1 ], "a houseboat used on the Nile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dahlia",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous perennial plant of the Mexican genus Dahlia, having showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dahlia",1,1,1 ], "family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dahlia",1,1,1 ], "flowers and tuberous roots, esp| any horticultural variety derived from D| pinnata:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dahlia",1,1,2 ], "the flower or root of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dailies",1,1,1 ], "another word for rushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daily double",1,1,1 ], "a single bet on the winners of two named races in any one day's racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daily" ,1, 1, 1],"of or occurring every day or every weekday",1). c_DEF([ "daily" ,1, 2, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "daily" ,1, 2, 2],"a daily publication, esp| a newspaper",1). c_DEF([ "daily" ,1, 2, 3],"Also called: daily help| Brit",1). c_DEF([ "daily" ,1, 2, 4],"another name for a charwoman",1). c_DEF([ "daily" ,1, 2, 5],"every day|$D",1). c_DEF([ "daily" ,1, 2, 6],"constantly; often",1). c_DEF([ "daimon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of daemon or demon ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daimyo",1,1,1 ], "(in Japan) one of the territorial magnates who dominated much of the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daimyo",1,1,1 ], "from about the 10th to the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dainty" ,1, 2, 1],"delicate or elegant",1). c_DEF([ "dainty" ,1, 2, 2],"pleasing to the taste; choice; delicious",1). c_DEF([ "dainty" ,1, 2, 3],"refined, esp| excessively genteel; fastidious",1). c_DEF([ "dainty" ,1, 3, 1],"ties",1). c_DEF([ "dainty" ,1, 3, 2],"a choice piece of food, esp| a small cake or sweet; delicacy",1). c_DEF([ "daiquiri",1,1,1 ], "an iced drink containing rum, lime juice, and syrup or sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dairy",1,1,1 ], "a shop or company that supplies milk and milk products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dairy",1,1,2 ], "a room or building where milk and cream are stored or made into butter and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dairy",1,1,2 ], "cheese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dairy",1,1,2,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dairy",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the production of milk and milk products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dairy",1,1,3,2 ], "a dairymaid; a dairyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dairying",1,1,1 ], "the business of producing, processing, and selling dairy products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dairyman",1,1,1 ], "a male dairy worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dais",1,1,1 ], "a raised platform, usually at one end of a hall, used by speakers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisy bush",1,1,1 ], "any of various shrubs of the genus Olearia, of Australia and New Zealand, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisy bush",1,1,1 ], "daisy-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daisy chain",1,1,1 ], "a garland made, esp| by children, by threading daisies together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,1 ], "a small low-growing European plant, Bellis perennis, having a rosette of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,1 ], "leaves and flower heads of yellow central disc flowers and pinkish-white outer ray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,2 ], "a Eurasian composite plant, Chrysanthemum leucanthemum, having flower heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,2 ], "with a yellow centre and white outer rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,3 ], "any of various other composite plants having conspicuous ray flowers, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,3 ], "the Michaelmas daisy and Shasta daisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,4 ], "an excellent person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisy",1,1,5 ], "pushing up the daisies| dead and buried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daisycutter",1,1,1 ], "a ball bowled so that it rolls along the ground towards the batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dak",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dawk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dal segno",1,1,1 ], "(of a piece of music) to be repeated from the point marked with a sign to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dal segno",1,1,1 ], "word fine|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dal",1,1,1 ], "split grain, a common foodstuff in India; pulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dal",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of dhal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dalasi",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Gambia, divided into 100 butats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dale",1,1,1 ], "an open valley, usually in an area of low hills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dalesman",1,1,1 ], "a person living in a dale, esp| in the dales of N England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daleth",1,1,1 ], "final, dh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daleth",1,1,1 ], "the fourth letter of the Hebrew alphabet (,), transliterated as d or, when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dalliance",1,1,1 ], "waste of time in frivolous action or in dawdling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dalliance",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for flirtation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dally",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to waste time idly; dawdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dally",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by with) to deal frivolously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dalmatic",1,1,1 ], "a wide-sleeved tunic-like vestment open at the sides, worn by deacons and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dalmatic",1,1,1 ], "bishops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dalmatic",1,1,2 ], "a similar robe worn by a king at his coronation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dalton",1,1,1 ], "another term for the atomic mass unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daltonism",1,1,1 ], "colour blindness, esp| the confusion of red and green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dam" ,1, 1, 1],"a barrier of concrete, earth, etc|, built across a river to create a body of",1). c_DEF([ "dam" ,1, 1, 1],"water, as for a domestic water supply",2). c_DEF([ "dam" ,1, 1, 2],"a reservoir of water created by such a barrier",1). c_DEF([ "dam" ,1, 1, 3],"something that resembles or functions as a dam",1). c_DEF([ "dam" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "dam" ,1, 2, 2],"often foll| by up) to obstruct or restrict by or as if by a dam",1). c_DEF([ "dam",2,1,1 ], "the female parent of an animal, esp| of domestic livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dam",3,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of damn 4; often used in combination, as in damfool, damme," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dam",3,3,1 ], "dammit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damage",1,1,1 ], "injury or harm impairing the function or condition of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damage",1,1,2 ], "loss of something desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damage",1,1,3 ], "cost; expense (esp| in the phrase what's the damage??)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damage",1,2,1 ], "to cause damage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damage",1,3,1 ], "to suffer damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damages",1,1,1 ], "money to be paid as compensation to a person for injury, loss, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daman",1,1,1 ], "a rare name for the hyrax, esp| the Syrian rock hyrax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damascene",1,1,1 ], "to ornament (metal, esp| steel) by etching or by inlaying other metals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damascene",1,1,1 ], "usually gold or silver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damascene",1,2,1 ], "a design or article produced by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damascene",1,3,1 ], "of or relating to this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask rose",1,1,1 ], "a rose, Rosa damascena, native to Asia and cultivated for its pink or red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask rose",1,1,1 ], "fragrant flowers, which are used to make the perfume attar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,1,1 ], "a reversible fabric, usually silk or linen, with a pattern woven into it| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,1,1 ], "is used for table linen, curtains, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,1,2 ], "table linen made from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,2 ], "short for Damascus steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,3 ], "the wavy markings on such steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,3,1 ], "the greyish-pink colour of the damask rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damask",1,2,1 ], "another word for damascene ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame school",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a small school, often in a village, usually run by an elderly lady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame school",1,1,1 ], "teacher for children up to the age of 14" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dame",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a woman of rank or dignity; lady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame",1,1,2 ], "a nun who has taken the vows of her order, esp| a Benedictine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame",1,1,3 ], "a matronly or elderly woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame",1,1,4 ], "a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame",1,1,5 ], "the role of a comic old woman in a pantomime, usually played by a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame's violet",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian cruciferous hairy perennial plant, Hesperis matronalis, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dame's violet",1,1,1 ], "in gardens for its mauve or white fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dammar",1,1,1 ], "(conifers) and Shorea (family Dipterocarpaceae): used for varnishes, lacquers, bases for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dammar",1,1,1 ], "any of various resins obtained from SE Asian trees, esp| of the genera Agathis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dammar",1,1,1 ], "oil paints, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 1, 1],"an exclamation of annoyance (often in exclamatory phrases such as damn it!",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 1, 1],"damn you! etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 1, 2],"an exclamation of surprise or pleasure (esp| in the exclamatory phrase damn",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 1, 2],"me!)|",2). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 2, 1],"deserving damnation; detestable",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 4, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 4, 2],"a damn good pianist",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 10],"as near as possible; very near",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 11],"damn with faint praise",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 12],"to praise so unenthusiastically that the effect is condemnation",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 1],"damn all| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 2],"absolutely nothing|~vb",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 3],"to condemn as bad, worthless, etc",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 4],"to curse",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 5],"to condemn to eternal damnation",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 6],"(often passive) to doom to ruin; cause to fail",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 7],"(also intr|) to prove (someone) guilty",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 8],"to swear (at) using the word damn",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 5, 9],"as near as damn it| Brit| informal",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 6, 1],"something of negligible value; jot (esp| in the phrase not worth a damn)",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 6, 2],"not give a damn| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "damn" ,1, 6, 3],"to be unconcerned; not care",1). c_DEF([ "damnable",1,1,1 ], "execrable; detestable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damnable",1,1,2 ], "liable to or deserving damnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damnation",1,1,1 ], "the act of damning or state of being damned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damnation",1,1,2 ], "a cause or instance of being damned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damnation",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of anger, disappointment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damnatory",1,1,1 ], "threatening or occasioning condemnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damned" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"condemned to hell",1). c_DEF([ "damned" ,1, 3, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "damned" ,1, 3, 2],"a damned liar; I should damned well think so!",1). c_DEF([ "damned" ,1, 3, 3],"damned and damned if I care)",2). c_DEF([ "damned" ,1, 3, 3],"used to indicate amazement, disavowal, or refusal (in such phrases as I'll be",1). c_DEF([ "damnedest",1,1,1 ], "utmost; best (esp| in the phrases do or try one's damnedest)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damnify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Law| to cause loss or damage to (a person); injure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damoiselle",1,1,1 ], "archaic spellings of damsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp off",1,1,1 ], "(of plants, seedlings, shoots, etc|) to be affected by damping off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,1,1 ], "slightly wet, as from dew, steam, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,1,2 ], "dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,2,1 ], "slight wetness; moisture; humidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,2,2 ], "rank air or poisonous gas, esp| in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,2,3 ], "a discouragement; damper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,2,4 ], "dejection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,3,1 ], "to make slightly wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by down) to stifle or deaden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,3,3 ], "(often foll| by down) to reduce the flow of air to (a fire) to make it burn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,3,3 ], "more slowly or to extinguish it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,3,4 ], "to reduce the amplitude of (an oscillation or wave)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damp",1,3,5 ], "to muffle (a vibrating string, as of a piano or guitar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dampcourse",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal layer of impervious material in a brick wall, fairly close to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dampcourse",1,1,1 ], "ground, to stop moisture rising" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dampen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become damp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dampen",1,2,1 ], "to stifle; deaden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,1 ], "a person, event, or circumstance that depresses or discourages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,2 ], "a movable plate to regulate the draught in a stove or furnace flue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,3 ], "a device to reduce electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,3 ], "oscillations in a system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,4 ], "its key is released" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,4 ], "the pad in a piano or harpsichord that deadens the vibration of each string as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,5 ], "and N|Z" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damper",1,1,6 ], "any of various unleavened loaves and scones, typically cooked on an open fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damping off",1,1,1 ], "any of various similar diseases of plants, esp| the collapse and death of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damping off",1,1,1 ], "conditions of excessive moisture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "damping off",1,1,1 ], "seedlings caused by the parasitic fungus Pythium debaryanum and related fungi in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damsel",1,1,1 ], "a young unmarried woman; maiden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damselfish",1,1,1 ], "any small tropical percoid fish of the family Pomacentridae, having a brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damselfish",1,1,1 ], "coloured deep compressed body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damselfly",1,1,1 ], "and usually resting with the wings closed over the back: order Odonata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damselfly",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the suborder Zygoptera, similar to but smaller than dragonflies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damson cheese",1,1,1 ], "thick damson jam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damson",1,1,1 ], "a small rosaceous tree, Prunus domestica instititia (or P| instititia)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "damson",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its blue-black edible plumlike fruit and probably derived from the bullace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "damson",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dan",1,1,1 ], "a small buoy used as a marker at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dan",2,1,1 ], "any one of the 12 black-belt grades of proficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dan",2,1,2 ], "a competitor entitled to dan grading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance of death",1,1,1 ], "Ages, of a dance in which living people, in order of social precedence, are led off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dance of death",1,1,1 ], "a pictorial, literary, or musical representation, current esp| in the Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance of death",1,1,1 ], "macabre" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dance of death",1,1,1 ], "to their graves, by a personification of death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,1,1 ], "to move the feet and body rhythmically, esp| in time to music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,2,1 ], "to perform (a particular dance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,3,1 ], "to skip or leap, as in joy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,3,2 ], "to move or cause to move in a light rhythmical way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,3,3 ], "dance attendance (on someone)| to attend (someone) solicitously or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,3,3 ], "obsequiously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,1 ], "a series of rhythmical steps and movements, usually in time to music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,2 ], "an act of dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,2,1 ], "a social meeting arranged for dancing; ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,3 ], "a piece of music in the rhythm of a particular dance form, such as a waltz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,4 ], "behaviour pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,4 ], "dancelike movements made by some insects and birds, esp| as part of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,5 ], "lead a dance| Brit| informal| to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dance",1,4,6 ], "(someone) continued worry and exasperation; play up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dancette",1,1,1 ], "another name for chevron 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandelion",1,1,1 ], "a plant, Taraxacum officinale, native to Europe and Asia and naturalized as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandelion",1,1,1 ], "weed in North America, having yellow rayed flowers and deeply notched basal leaves," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dandelion",1,1,1 ], "which are used for salad or wine: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dandelion",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dander",1,1,1 ], "small particles or scales of hair or feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dander",1,1,2 ], "get one's dander up| Slang, chiefly U|S| to become or cause to become annoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dander",1,1,2 ], "or angry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dander",2,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dander",2,2,1 ], "a stroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dander",2,3,1 ], "to stroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to dress like or cause to resemble a dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandiprat",1,1,1 ], "a small English coin minted in the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandiprat",1,1,1,1 ], "a small boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandiprat",1,1,1,2 ], "an insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandle",1,1,1 ], "to move (a young child, etc|) up and down (on the knee or in the arms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandle",1,1,2 ], "to pet; fondle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandruff",1,1,1 ], "loose scales of dry dead skin shed from the scalp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandy roll",1,1,1 ], "a light roller used in the manufacture of certain papers to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandy roll",1,1,1 ], "watermarks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dandy",1,1,1 ], "a man greatly concerned with smartness of dress; beau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandy",1,1,2 ], "a yawl or ketch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dandy-brush",1,1,1 ], "a stiff brush used for grooming a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danewort",1,1,1 ], "a caprifoliaceous shrub, Sambucus ebulus, native to Europe and Asia and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danewort",1,1,1 ], "serrated leaves and white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dang",1,3,1 ], "a euphemistic word for damn 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danger money",1,1,1 ], "extra money paid to compensate for the risks involved in certain dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danger money",1,1,1 ], "jobs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "danger",1,1,1 ], "the state of being vulnerable to injury, loss, or evil; risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danger",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing, that may cause injury, pain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danger",1,1,3 ], "power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danger",1,1,4 ], "in danger of|liable to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danger",1,1,5 ], "on the danger list| critically ill in hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dangerous",1,1,1 ], "causing danger; perilous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dangle",1,1,1 ], "to hang or cause to hang freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dangle",1,2,1 ], "to display as an enticement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dangle",1,3,1 ], "the act of dangling or something that dangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dangling participle",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for misplaced modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danio",1,1,1 ], "any brightly coloured tropical freshwater cyprinid fish of the genus Danio and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danio",1,1,1 ], "related genera: popular aquarium fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dank",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of cellars, caves, etc|) unpleasantly damp and chilly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danny",1,1,1 ], "the hand (used esp| when addressing children)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danse macabre",1,1,1 ], "another name for dance of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "danseur" ,1, 1, 1],"seuse (d?~as$:z) n",1). c_DEF([ "danseur" ,1, 1, 2],"a ballet dancer",1). c_DEF([ "dap",1,1,1 ], "to let (bait) float on the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dap",1,2,1 ], "(as of a bird, etc|) to dip lightly into water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dap",1,2,2 ], "to bounce or cause to bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dap",2,1,1 ], "dialect| another word for plimsoll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daphne",1,1,1 ], "and spurge laurel: ornamentals with shiny evergreen leaves and clusters of small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daphne",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the Eurasian thymelaeaceous genus Daphne, such as the mezereon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daphne",1,1,1 ], "bell-shaped flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "daphnia",1,1,1 ], "any water flea of the genus Daphnia, having a rounded body enclosed in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daphnia",1,1,1 ], "transparent shell and bearing branched swimming antennae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dapper",1,1,1 ], "neat and spruce in dress and bearing; trim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dapper",1,1,2 ], "small and nimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dapple",1,1,1 ], "to mark or become marked with spots or patches of a different colour; mottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dapple",1,2,1 ], "mottled or spotted markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dapple",1,2,2 ], "a dappled horse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dapple",1,3,1 ], "marked with dapples or spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dapple-grey",1,1,1 ], "a horse with a grey coat having spots of darker colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daraf",1,1,1 ], "a unit of elastance equal to a reciprocal farad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darbies",1,1,1 ], "a slang term for handcuffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dard",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the Indo-European peoples speaking a Dardic language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 1, 1],"to challenge (a person to do something) as proof of courage",1). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 1, 2],"(can take an infinitive with or without to) to be courageous enough to try (to",1). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 1, 2],"do something)",2). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 1, 3],"to oppose without fear; defy",1). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 1, 4],"I dare say",1). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"probably: used as sentence substitute",1). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 1, 5],"quite possible (that)",1). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 2, 1],"a challenge to do something as proof of courage",1). c_DEF([ "dare" ,1, 2, 2],"something done in response to such a challenge",1). c_DEF([ "daredevil",1,1,1 ], "a recklessly bold person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daredevil",1,2,1 ], "reckless; daring; bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darg",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darg",1,1,2 ], "a day's work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darg",1,1,3 ], "a specified amount of work; job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dargah",1,1,1 ], "the tomb of a Muslim saint; a Muslim shrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daric",1,1,1 ], "a gold coin of ancient Persia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daring",1,1,1 ], "bold or adventurous; reckless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daring",1,2,1 ], "courage in taking risks; boldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dariole",1,1,1 ], "a small narrow mould used for making individual sweet or savoury dishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark glasses",1,1,1 ], "spectacles with lenses tinted to reduce transmitted light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark horse",1,1,1 ], "a competitor in a race or contest about whom little is known; an unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark horse",1,1,2 ], "a person who reveals little about himself or his activities, esp| one who has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark horse",1,1,2 ], "unexpected talents or abilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dark horse",1,1,3 ], "a candidate who is unexpectedly nominated or elected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark lantern",1,1,1 ], "a lantern having a sliding shutter or panel to dim or hide the light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark reaction",1,1,1 ], "dissociation of water, using chemical energy stored in ATP: does not require the presence of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dark reaction",1,1,1 ], "light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dark reaction",1,1,1 ], "the stage of photosynthesis involving the reduction of carbon dioxide and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark star",1,1,1 ], "an invisible star known to exist only from observation of its radio, infrared," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark star",1,1,1 ], "of a binary or multiple star" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dark star",1,1,1 ], "or other spectrum or of its gravitational effect, such as an invisible component" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,1 ], "having little or no light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,2 ], "(of a colour) reflecting or transmitting little light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,2,1 ], "(of complexion, hair colour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,3 ], "not fair or blond; swarthy; brunette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,3,2 ], "dark-eyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,4 ], "gloomy or dismal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,5 ], "sinister; evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,6 ], "sullen or angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,7 ], "ignorant or unenlightened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,8 ], "secret or mysterious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,9 ], "denoting an (1) pronounced with a velar articulation giving back vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,1,9 ], "resonance| In English, l is usually dark when final or preconsonantal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,2,1 ], "absence of light; darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,2,2 ], "night or nightfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,2,3 ], "a dark place, patch, or shadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,2,4 ], "a state of ignorance (esp| in the phrase in the dark)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for darken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark-field illumination",1,1,1 ], "illumination of the field of a microscope from the side so that the specimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dark-field illumination",1,1,1 ], "is viewed against a dark background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dark-field microscope",1,1,1 ], "another name for an ultramicroscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darken",1,1,1 ], "to make or become dark or darker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darken",1,1,2 ], "to make or become gloomy, angry, or sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darken",1,1,3 ], "darken door| to visit someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darkle",1,1,1 ], "to grow dark; darken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darkle",1,1,2 ], "to appear dark or indistinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darkling",1,2,1 ], "in the dark or night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darkroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which photographs are processed in darkness or safe light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darksome",1,1,1 ], "dark or darkish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darky",1,1,1 ], "an offensive word for a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darky",1,1,2 ], "an offensive word for an Aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darling",1,1,1 ], "a person very much loved: often used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darling",1,1,2 ], "a favourite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darling",1,2,1 ], "beloved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darling",1,2,2 ], "much admired; pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darn",1,1,1 ], "stitches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "darn",1,1,1 ], "to mend (a hole or a garment) with a series of crossing or interwoven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darn",1,2,1 ], "a patch of darned work on a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darn",1,2,2 ], "the process or act of darning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darn",2,3,1 ], "a euphemistic word for damn 12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darned" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "darned" ,1, 2, 2],"a darned good shot",1). c_DEF([ "darned" ,1, 3, 1],"another word for damned 3",1). c_DEF([ "darnel",1,1,1 ], "any of several grasses of the genus Lolium, esp| L| temulentum, that grow as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darnel",1,1,1 ], "weeds in grain fields in Europe and Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "darning egg",1,1,1 ], "a rounded piece of wood used in darning to support the fabric around the hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darning needle",1,1,1 ], "a long needle with a large eye used for darning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darning needle",1,1,2 ], "a dialect name for a dragonfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darogha",1,1,1 ], "(in India and Pakistan) a manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darogha",1,1,2 ], "an inspector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dart",1,1,1 ], "a small narrow pointed missile that is thrown or shot, as in the game of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dart",1,1,1 ], "darts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dart",1,1,2 ], "a sudden quick movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dart",1,1,3 ], "a slender pointed structure, as in snails for aiding copulation or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dart",1,1,3 ], "nematodes for penetrating the host's tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dart",1,1,4 ], "a tapered tuck made in dressmaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dart",1,2,1 ], "to move or throw swiftly and suddenly; shoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dartboard",1,1,1 ], "It is divided into numbered sectors with central inner and outer bullseyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dartboard",1,1,1 ], "a circular piece of wood, cork, etc|, used as the target in the game of darts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darter",1,1,1 ], "(pelicans, cormorants, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "darter",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the genus Anhinga and family Anhingidae, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darter",1,1,1 ], "subtropical inland waters, having a long slender neck and bill: order Pelecaniformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "darter",1,1,2 ], "Etheostoma and related genera: family Percidae (perches)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "darter",1,1,2 ], "any small brightly coloured North American freshwater fish of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "darts",1,1,1 ], "any of various competitive games in which darts are thrown at a dartboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,1,1 ], "to hurl; crash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,1,2 ], "to mix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,2,1 ], "to move hastily or recklessly; rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by off or down) to write (down) or finish (off) hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,2,3 ], "to destroy; frustrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,2,4 ], "to daunt (someone); cast down; discourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,1 ], "a sudden quick movement; dart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,2 ], "a small admixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,3 ], "a violent stroke or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,4 ], "the sound of splashing or smashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,5 ], "panache; style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,6 ], "parenthetical remark" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,6 ], "sudden change of subject or grammatical anacoluthon, or in pairs to enclose a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,6 ], "the punctuation mark , used singly in place of a colon, esp| to indicate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,7 ], "representation of Morse and other telegraphic codes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,7 ], "the symbol (-) used, in combination with the symbol dot , in the written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,8 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for sprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",1,3,9 ], "short for dashboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",2,3,1 ], "a euphemistic word for damn 12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",3,1,1 ], "a gift, commission, tip, or bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dash",3,2,1 ], "to give (a dash) to someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dashboard",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to dash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dashboard",1,1,1 ], "the instrument panel in a car, boat, or aircraft|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dashboard",1,1,2 ], "a board at the side of a carriage or boat to protect against splashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dasheen",1,1,1 ], "another name for taro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dasher",1,1,1 ], "the plunger in a churn, often with paddles attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dashiki",1,1,1 ], "U|S|, Africa, and the Caribbean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dashiki",1,1,1 ], "a large loose-fitting buttonless upper garment worn esp| by Negroes in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dashing",1,1,1 ], "spirited; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dashing",1,1,2 ], "stylish; showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dashpot",1,1,1 ], "a device for damping vibrations; the vibrating part is attached to a piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dashpot",1,1,1 ], "moving in a liquid-filled cylinder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dassie",1,1,1 ], "another name for a hyrax, esp| the rock hyrax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dastard",1,1,1 ], "a contemptible sneaking coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dastardly",1,1,1 ], "mean and cowardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dasyure",1,1,1 ], "Dasyurinae, of Australia, New Guinea, and adjacent islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dasyure",1,1,1 ], "any small carnivorous marsupial, such as Dasyurus quoll , of the subfamily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "data bank" ,1, 1, 1],"data basen",1). c_DEF([ "data bank" ,1, 1, 2],"a store of a large amount of information, esp| in a form that can be handled",1). c_DEF([ "data bank" ,1, 1, 2],"by a computer",2). c_DEF([ "data capture",1,1,1 ], "any process for converting information into a form that can be handled by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "data capture",1,1,1 ], "computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "data processing",1,1,1,1 ], "a sequence of operations performed on data, esp| by a computer, in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "data processing",1,1,1,1 ], "extract information, reorder files, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "data processing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "data set",1,1,1 ], "another name for file ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "data",1,1,1 ], "a series of observations, measurements, or facts; information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "data",1,1,2 ], "the information operated on by a computer program" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datary",1,1,1 ], "candidates for benefices reserved to the Holy See" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "datary",1,1,1 ], "the head of the dataria (de$I!t$e@$I@@), the papal office that assesses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datcha",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dacha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "date line",1,1,1 ], "short for International Date Line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "date palm",1,1,1 ], "a tall feather palm, Phoenix dactylifera, native to Syria but grown in other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "date palm",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions for its sweet edible fruit (dates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "date stamp",1,1,1 ], "an adjustable rubber stamp for recording the date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "date stamp",1,1,2 ], "an inked impression made by this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 1, 1],"a specified day of the month",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 1, 2],"the particular day or year of an event",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"an appointment for a particular time, esp| with a person of the opposite sex",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"the person with whom the appointment is made",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 1, 3],"an inscription on a coin, letter, etc|, stating when it was made or written",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 1, 4],"the present moment; now (esp| in the phrases to date, up to date)",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 1, 5],"to mark (a letter, coin, etc|) with the day, month, or year|",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 2, 1],"to assign a date of occurrence or creation to",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 3, 1],"to have originated (at a specified time)",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 4, 1],"to reveal the age of",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 4, 2, 1],"to be a boy-friend or girl-friend of (someone of the opposite sex)",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 4, 2, 2],"to accompany (a member of the opposite sex) on a date",1). c_DEF([ "date" ,1, 4, 2],"to become old-fashioned",1). c_DEF([ "date",2,1,1 ], "seed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "date",2,1,1 ], "the fruit of the date palm, having sweet edible flesh and a single large woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "date",2,1,2 ], "short for date palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dated",1,1,1 ], "unfashionable; outmoded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dateline",1,1,1 ], "the date and location of a story, placed at the top of an article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dates",1,1,1 ], "event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dates",1,1,1 ], "the years of a person's birth and death or of the beginning and end of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dative bond",1,1,1 ], "another name for coordinate bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dative",1,1,1 ], "denoting a case of nouns, pronouns, and adjectives used to express the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dative",1,1,1 ], "indirect object, to identify the recipients, and for other purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dative",1,2,1,1 ], "the dative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dative",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in this case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dato",1,1,1 ], "the chief of any of certain Muslim tribes in the Philippine Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datolite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless mineral consisting of a hydrated silicate of calcium and boron in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datolite",1,1,1 ], "monoclinic crystalline form, occurring in cavities in igneous rocks| Formula: CaBSiO4(OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "datum plane",1,1,1 ], "the horizontal plane from which heights and depths are calculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datum",1,1,1 ], "a single piece of information; fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datum",1,1,2 ], "a fact or proposition, known or assumed, from which inferences can be drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datura",1,1,1 ], "and thorn apple, having large trumpet-shaped flowers, prickly pods, and narcotic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "datura",1,1,1 ], "any of various solanaceous plant of the genus Datura, such as the moonflower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "datura",1,1,1 ], "properties" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dat|",1,1,1 ], "dative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daub",1,1,1 ], "to smear or spread (paint, mud, etc|), esp| carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daub",1,2,1 ], "to cover or coat (with paint, plaster, etc|) carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daub",1,2,2 ], "to paint (a picture) clumsily or badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daub",1,3,1 ], "an unskilful or crude painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daub",1,3,2 ], "something daubed on, esp| as a wall covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daub",1,3,3 ], "a smear (of paint, mud, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daub",1,3,4 ], "the act of daubing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daube",1,1,1 ], "a braised meat stew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daubery",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of daubing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daubery",1,1,2 ], "an unskilful painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 1],"a female offspring; a girl or woman in relation to her parents",1). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 2],"a female descendant",1). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 3],"a female from a certain country, etc|, or one closely connected with a certain",1). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 3],"environment, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 4],"a form of address for a girl or woman",1). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 5],"denoting a cell or unicellular organism produced by the division of one of its",1). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 5],"own kind",2). c_DEF([ "daughter" ,1, 1, 6],"(of a nuclide) formed from another nuclide by radioactive decay",1). c_DEF([ "daughter-in-law",1,1,1 ], "the wife of one's son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daunt",1,1,1 ], "to intimidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daunt",1,1,2 ], "to dishearten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dauntless",1,1,1 ], "bold; fearless; intrepid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dauphin",1,1,1 ], "(from 1349-1830) the title of the direct heir to the French throne the eldest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dauphin",1,1,1 ], "son of the king of France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dauphine",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a dauphin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "davenport",1,1,1 ], "a small decorative writing desk with drawers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "davenport",1,1,2 ], "a large sofa, esp| one convertible into a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "davit",1,1,1 ], "a cranelike device, usually one of a pair, fitted with a tackle for suspending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "davit",1,1,1 ], "or lowering equipment, esp| a lifeboat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daw",1,1,1 ], "an archaic, dialect, or poetic name for a jackdaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawdle",1,1,1 ], "to be slow or lag behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawdle",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by away) to waste (time); trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn chorus",1,1,1 ], "the singing of large numbers of birds at dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn redwood",1,1,1 ], "a deciduous conifer, Metasequoia glyptostroboides, native to China but planted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn redwood",1,1,1 ], "in other regions as an ornamental tree: family Taxodiaceae|Until recently it was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dawn redwood",1,1,1 ], "thought to be extinct" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dawn",1,1,1 ], "daybreak; sunrise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn",1,1,2 ], "the sky when light first appears in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn",1,1,3 ], "the beginning of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn",1,2,1 ], "to begin to grow light after the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn",1,2,2 ], "to begin to develop, appear, or expand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dawn",1,2,3 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon) to begin to become apparent (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day bed",1,1,1 ], "an armless couch intended for use as a seat by day and as a bed by night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day bed",1,1,2 ], "a long seat on which to recline during the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day blindness",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for hemeralopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day lily",1,1,1 ], "any widely cultivated Eurasian liliaceous plant of the genus Hemerocallis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day lily",1,1,1 ], "having large yellow, orange, or red lily-like flowers, which typically last for only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day lily",1,1,1 ], "one day and are immediately succeeded by others" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "day lily",1,1,2 ], "the flower of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day name",1,1,1 ], "a name indicating a person's day of birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day release",1,1,1 ], "a system whereby workers are released for part-time education without loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day release",1,1,1 ], "pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day return",1,1,1 ], "a reduced fare for a journey (by train, etc|) travelling both ways in one day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day room",1,1,1 ], "a communal livingroom in a residential institution such as a hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day school",1,1,1 ], "a private school taking day students only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day school",1,1,2 ], "a school giving instruction during the daytime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day trip",1,1,1 ], "a journey made to and from a place within one day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,1 ], "midnight to the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,1 ], "the period of time, the calendar day, of 24 hours duration reckoned from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,10 ], "at the end of the day| in the final reckoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,11 ], "day of rest| the Sabbath; Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,12 ], "end one's days| to pass the end of one's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,13 ], "every dog has his day| one's luck will come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,14 ], "in this day and age| nowadays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,15 ], "it's early days| it's too early to tell how things will turn out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,16 ], "late in the day| very late (in a particular situation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,17 ], "that will be the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,17,1 ], "I look forward to that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,17,2 ], "that is most unlikely to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,18 ], "a time of success, recognition, power, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,19 ], "a struggle or issue at hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,19,1 ], "the ground surface over a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,19,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,2 ], "night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,2 ], "the period of light between sunrise and sunset, as distinguished from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,20 ], "from day to day| without thinking of the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,21 ], "call it a day| Informal| to stop work or other activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,22 ], "day after day| without respite; relentlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,23 ], "day by day| gradually or progressively; daily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,24 ], "day in, day out| every day and all day long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,25 ], "one of these days| at some future time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,26 ], "of, relating to, or occurring in the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,3 ], "the part of a day occupied with regular activity, esp| work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,4 ], "a period or point in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,5 ], "complete revolution on its axis relative to a particular star| The mean sidereal day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,5 ], "lasts 23 hours 56 minutes 4|1 seconds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,5 ], "the period of time, the sidereal day, during which the earth makes one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,6 ], "56|5 seconds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,6 ], "revolution on its axis relative to the sun| The mean solar day lasts 24 hours 3 minutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,6 ], "the period of time, the solar day, during which the earth makes one complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,7 ], "on its axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,7 ], "the period of time taken by a specified planet to make one complete rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,8 ], "a day designated for a special observance, esp| a holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day",1,1,9 ], "all in a day's work| part of one's normal activity; no trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day-clean",1,1,1 ], "Caribbean and West African informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day-clean",1,1,2 ], "the time after first dawn when the sun begins to shine; clear daybreak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day-neutral",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having an ability to mature and bloom that is not affected by day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "day-neutral",1,1,1 ], "length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "day-to-day",1,1,1 ], "routine; everyday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daybook",1,1,1 ], "a book in which the transactions of each day are recorded as they occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dayboy",1,1,1 ], "a boy who attends a boarding school daily, but returns home each evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daybreak",1,1,1 ], "the time in the morning when light first appears; dawn; sunrise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daydream",1,1,1 ], "a pleasant dreamlike fantasy indulged in while awake; idle reverie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daydream",1,1,2 ], "a pleasant scheme or wish that is unlikely to be fulfilled; pipe dream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daydream",1,2,1 ], "to have daydreams; indulge in idle fantasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dayflower",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical and subtropical plants of the genus Commelina, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dayflower",1,1,1 ], "jointed creeping stems, narrow pointed leaves, and blue or purplish flowers which wilt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dayflower",1,1,1 ], "quickly: family Commelinaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dayfly",1,1,1 ], "another name for a mayfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight robbery",1,1,1 ], "blatant overcharging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight",1,1,1,1 ], "light from the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight",1,1,2 ], "the period when it is light; daytime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight",1,1,3 ], "daybreak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight",1,1,4 ], "see daylight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight",1,1,4,1 ], "to understand something previously obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight",1,1,4,2 ], "to realize that the end of a difficult task is approaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylight-saving time",1,1,1 ], "the summer to provide extra daylight in the evening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daylight-saving time",1,1,1 ], "time set usually one hour ahead of the local standard time, widely adopted in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylights",1,1,1 ], "consciousness or wits (esp| in the phrases scare, knock, or beat the daylights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daylights",1,1,1 ], "out of someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "daylong",1,2,1 ], "lasting the entire day; all day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "days of grace",1,1,1 ], "days permitted by custom for payment of a promissory note, bill of exchange," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "days of grace",1,1,1 ], "etc|, after it falls due" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "days",1,1,1 ], "during the day, esp| regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dayspring",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daystar",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daystar",1,1,2 ], "another word for the morning star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daytime",1,1,1 ], "the time between dawn and dusk; the day as distinct from evening or night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daze",1,1,1 ], "to stun or stupefy, esp| by a blow or shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daze",1,1,2 ], "to bewilder, amaze, or dazzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "daze",1,2,1 ], "a state of stunned confusion or shock (esp| in the phrase in a daze)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dazzle",1,1,1 ], "to blind or be blinded partially and temporarily by sudden excessive light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dazzle",1,2,1 ], "to amaze, as with brilliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dazzle",1,3,1 ], "bright light that dazzles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dazzle",1,3,2 ], "bewilderment caused by glamour, brilliance, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dbl|",1,1,1 ], "double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dbridement",1,1,1 ], "the surgical removal of dead tissue or cellular debris from the surface of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dbridement",1,1,1 ], "wound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dclass",1,1,1 ], "having lost social standing or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dcollet",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman''s garment) low-cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dcollet",1,1,2 ], "wearing a low-cut garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dcolletage",1,1,1 ], "a low-cut neckline or a woman's garment with a low neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dcor",1,1,1 ], "a style or scheme of interior decoration, furnishings, etc|, as in a room or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dcor",1,1,1 ], "house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dcor",1,1,2 ], "stage decoration; scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dd|",1,1,1 ], "delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de Broglie waves",1,1,1 ], "given by v = h/mv, where h is the Planck constant, m the mass, and v the velocity of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "de Broglie waves",1,1,1 ], "some atoms and molecules, under certain conditions| The de Broglie wavelength, v, is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "de Broglie waves",1,1,1 ], "the particle" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "de Broglie waves",1,1,1 ], "the set of waves that represent the behaviour of an elementary particle, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de Gaulle" ,1, 1, 1],"1Charles (Andr'e Joseph Marie) (#sarl)| 1890-1970, French general and",1). c_DEF([ "de Gaulle" ,1, 1, 1],"founded the Free French movement in England (1940)|He was head of the provisional",3). c_DEF([ "de Gaulle" ,1, 1, 1],"governments (1944-46) and, as first president of the Fifth Republic (1959-69), he restored",4). c_DEF([ "de Gaulle" ,1, 1, 1],"political and economic stability to France",5). c_DEF([ "de Gaulle" ,1, 1, 1],"statesman|During World War II, he refused to accept P''etain's armistice with Germany and",2). c_DEF([ "de Lesseps",1,1,1 ], "title of (Ferdinand Marie)Lesseps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de Sica" ,1, 1, 1],"1902-74, Italian film actor and director|His films, in the realist tradition,",1). c_DEF([ "de Sica" ,1, 1, 1],"include",2). c_DEF([ "de Sica" ,1, 1, 2],"and Bicycle Thieves (1948)",1). c_DEF([ "de Valera",1,1,1 ], "(1918-22) formed the nationalist Fianna Fail party (1927) prime minister (1937-48;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "de Valera",1,1,1 ], "1882-1975, Irish statesman president of Sinn Fein (1917) and of the Dail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de Valera",1,1,1 ], "1951-54; 1957-59) and president (1959-73) of the Irish Republic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "de Villiers",1,1,1 ], "(1962-70)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "de Villiers",1,1,1 ], "born 1940, South African Rugby Union footballer: halfback for the Springboks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de Wint",1,1,1 ], "1784-1849, English landscape painter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de facto",1,1,1 ], "in fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de facto",1,2,1 ], "existing in fact, whether legally recognized or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de fide",1,1,1 ], "(of a doctrine) belonging to the essentials of the faith, esp| by virtue of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de fide",1,1,1 ], "papal ruling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "de jure",1,1,1 ], "according to law; by right; legally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de los Angeles",1,1,1 ], "born 1923, Spanish soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de luxe",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of products, articles for sale, etc|) rich, elegant, or sumptuous;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de luxe",1,1,1 ], "superior in quality, number of accessories, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "de luxe",1,2,1 ], "in a luxurious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de novo",1,1,1 ], "from the beginning; anew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de profundis",1,1,1 ], "out of the depths of misery or dejection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de rigueur",1,1,1 ], "required by etiquette or fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de trop",1,1,1 ], "not wanted in the way superfluous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de",1,1,1 ], "of from: occurring as part of some personal names and originally indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de",1,1,1 ], "place of origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "de-",1,1,1 ], "removal of or from something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-",1,1,2 ], "reversal of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-",1,1,3 ], "departure from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-Stalinization",1,1,1 ], "the elimination of the influence of Stalin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-emphasize",1,1,1 ], "to remove emphasis from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-escalate",1,1,1 ], "to reduce the level or intensity of (a crisis, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-ice",1,1,1 ], "to free or be freed of ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-icer",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical or thermal device designed to melt or stop the formation of ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-icer",1,1,1 ], "on an aircraft, usually fitted to the aerofoil surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "de-icer",1,1,2 ], "a chemical or other substance used for this purpose, esp| an aerosol that can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "de-icer",1,1,2 ], "be sprayed on car windscreens to remove ice or frost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deacon",1,1,1 ], "(in the Roman Catholic and other episcopal churches) an ordained minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deacon",1,1,1 ], "ranking immediately below a priest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deacon",1,1,2 ], "(in Protestant churches) a lay official appointed or elected to assist the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deacon",1,1,2 ], "minister, esp| in secular affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deacon",1,1,3 ], "the president of an incorporated trade or body of craftsmen in a burgh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaconess",1,1,1 ], "(in the early church and in some modern Churches) a female member of the laity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaconess",1,1,1 ], "with duties similar to those of a deacon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deaconry",1,1,1 ], "the office or status of a deacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaconry",1,1,2 ], "deacons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deactivate",1,1,1 ], "to make (a bomb, etc|) harmless or inoperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deactivate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become less radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead centre",1,1,1 ], "stroke in a reciprocating engine or pump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead centre",1,1,1 ], "the exact top (top dead centre) or bottom (bottom dead centre) of the piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead centre",1,1,2 ], "a nonrotating pointed rod mounted in the tailstock or headstock of a lathe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead centre",1,1,2 ], "support a workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead duck",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing doomed to death, failure, etc|, esp| because of a mistake or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead duck",1,1,1 ], "misjudgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead end",1,1,1 ], "another name for cul-de-sac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead end",1,1,2 ], "a situation in which further progress is impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead end",1,1,3 ], "(as modifier):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead end",1,1,4 ], "a dead-end street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead end",1,1,5 ], "a dead-end job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead hand",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for mortmain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead heat",1,1,1,1 ], "a race or contest in which two or more participants tie for first place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead heat",1,1,1,2 ], "a tie between two or more contestants in any position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead letter",1,1,1 ], "a law or ordinance that is no longer enforced but has not been formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead letter",1,1,1 ], "repealed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead load",1,1,1 ], "the intrinsic invariable weight of a structure, such as a bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead man's fingers",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing|)a soft coral, Alcyonium digitatum, with long finger-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead man's fingers",1,1,1 ], "polyps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead man's handle",1,1,1 ], "a safety-switch on a piece of machinery, such as a train, that allows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead man's handle",1,1,1 ], "operation only while depressed by the operator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead march",1,1,1 ], "a piece of solemn funeral music played to accompany a procession, esp| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead march",1,1,1 ], "military funerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead point",1,1,1 ], "another name for dead centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead reckoning",1,1,1 ], "a method of establishing one's position using the distance and direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead reckoning",1,1,1 ], "travelled rather than astronomical observations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead set",1,1,1 ], "absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead set",1,2,1 ], "the motionless position of a dog when pointing with its muzzle towards game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead set",1,3,1 ], "(of a hunting dog) in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead stock",1,1,1 ], "farm equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead time",1,1,1 ], "electrical device, component, etc|, is insensitive to a further stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead time",1,1,1 ], "the interval of time immediately following a stimulus, during which an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead weight",1,1,1 ], "a heavy weight or load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead weight",1,1,2 ], "an oppressive burden; encumbrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead weight",1,1,3 ], "the difference between the loaded and the unloaded weights of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead weight",1,1,4 ], "another name for dead load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead weight",1,1,5 ], "(in shipping) freight chargeable by weight rather than by bulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"no longer alive",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"drained of electric charge; discharged",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 10, 2],"not connected to a source of potential difference or electric charge",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 10],"very tired",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 11],"lacking acoustic resonance",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 12],"(of a ball, etc|) out of play",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 13],"unerring; accurate; precise (esp| in the phrase a dead shot)",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 14, 1],"(of type)",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 14],"lacking resilience or bounce",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 15, 2],"(of copy) already composed",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 15],"set but no longer needed for use",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 16],"not yielding a return; idle",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 17],"certain to suffer a terrible fate; doomed",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 18],"(of colours) not glossy or bright; lacklustre",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 19],"stagnant",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 20],"shielded from view, as by a geographic feature or environmental condition",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 21],"dead as a doornail| Informal| completely dead",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 22],"dead from the neck up| Informal| stupid or unintelligent",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 23],"dead to the world| Informal| fast asleep",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 24],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 24],"wouldn't be seen dead (in, at, etc|)|Informal| to refuse to wear, to go (to),",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 2],"not endowed with life; inanimate",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 3],"no longer in use, valid, effective, or relevant",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 4],"unresponsive or unaware; insensible",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 5],"lacking in freshness, interest, or vitality",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 6],"devoid of physical sensation; numb",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 7],"resembling death; deathlike",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 8],"no longer burning or hot",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 1, 9],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 2, 1],"a period during which coldness, darkness, or some other quality associated",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 2, 1],"with death is at its most intense",2). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 3, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 3, 2],"dead on| exactly right",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 4, 1],"dec_a_pod",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 5, 1],"any crustacean of the mostly marine order Decapoda, having five pairs of",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 5, 1],"walking limbs: includes the crabs, lobsters, shrimps, prawns, and crayfish",2). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 5, 2],"any cephalopod mollusc of the order Decapoda, having a ring of eight short",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 5, 2],"tentacles and two longer ones: includes the squids and cuttlefish",2). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 6, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to either of these orders",1). c_DEF([ "dead" ,1, 6, 2],"(of any other animal) having ten limbs",1). c_DEF([ "dead-and-alive",1,1,1 ], "(of a place, activity, or person) dull uninteresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead-ball line",1,1,1 ], "a line ten yards behind the goal line at each end of the field beyond which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead-ball line",1,1,1 ], "the ball is out of play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dead-nettle",1,1,1 ], "(labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dead-nettle",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian plant of the genus Lamium, such as L| alba (white dead-nettle)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dead-nettle",1,1,1 ], "having leaves resembling nettles but lacking stinging hairs: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deadbeat",1,1,1 ], "a lazy or socially undesirable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadbeat",1,1,2 ], "a high grade escapement used in pendulum clocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadbeat",1,1,3 ], "(of a clock escapement) having a beat without any recoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadbeat",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a system)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadbeat",1,1,4 ], "returning to an equilibrium position with little or no oscillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadbeat",1,1,4,2 ], "(of an instrument or indicator) indicating a true reading without oscillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaden",1,1,1 ], "down; dull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deaden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become less sensitive, intense, lively, etc; damp or be damped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaden",1,2,1 ], "to make acoustically less resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadeye",1,1,1 ], "around them, between which a line is rove so as to draw them together to tighten a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deadeye",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of disclike wooden blocks, supported by straps in grooves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadeye",1,1,1 ], "shroud" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "deadeye",1,1,2 ], "an expert marksman|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadfall",1,1,1 ], "a type of trap, used esp| for catching large animals, in which a heavy weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadfall",1,1,1 ], "falls to crush the prey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deadhead",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses a free ticket, as for a train, the theatre, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadhead",1,1,2 ], "a train, etc|, travelling empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadhead",1,1,3 ], "a dull unenterprising person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadhead",1,2,1 ], "to drive an empty bus, train, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadlight",1,1,1,1 ], "a bull's-eye let into the deck or hull of a vessel to admit light to a cabin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadlight",1,1,1,2 ], "a shutter of wood or metal for sealing off a porthole or cabin window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadlight",1,1,2 ], "a skylight designed not to be opened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadline",1,1,1 ], "a time limit for any activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadlock",1,1,1 ], "a state of affairs in which further action between two opposing forces is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadlock",1,1,1 ], "impossible; stalemate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deadlock",1,1,2 ], "a tie between opposite sides in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadlock",1,1,3 ], "a lock having a full unchamfered bolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadlock",1,2,1 ], "to bring or come to a deadlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadly nightshade",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous Eurasian solanaceous plant, Atropa belladonna, having dull purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadly nightshade",1,1,1 ], "bell-shaped flowers and small very poisonous black berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deadly sins",1,1,1 ], "the sins of pride, covetousness, lust, envy, gluttony, anger, and sloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadly",1,1,2 ], "likely to cause death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadly",1,1,3 ], "extremely boring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadly",1,3,1 ], "like death in appearance or certainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadpan",1,2,1 ], "with a deliberately emotionless face or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadwood",1,1,1 ], "dead trees or branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadwood",1,1,2 ], "a useless person; encumbrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deadwood",1,1,3 ], "a filler piece between the keel and the stern of a wooden vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaf",1,1,1,1 ], "partially or totally unable to hear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaf",1,1,1,2 ], "the deaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaf",1,1,2 ], "refusing to heed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaf-and-dumb",1,1,1 ], "unable to hear or speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaf-and-dumb",1,1,2 ], "for the use of those unable to hear or speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaf-mute",1,1,1 ], "a person who is unable to hear or speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaf-mute",1,2,1 ], "unable to hear or speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deafen",1,1,1 ], "to make deaf, esp| momentarily, as by a loud noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by with) to take action on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by with or in) to treat (some subject matter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by with) to conduct oneself (towards others), esp| with regard to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,3 ], "fairness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,3,1 ], "(foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,4 ], "to do business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,4,2 ], "(foll| by in) to engage in commercially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by out) to apportion (something, such as cards) to a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,1,5 ], "people; distribute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,2,1 ], "to give (a blow, etc|) to (someone); inflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,2,2 ], "to sell narcotics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,1 ], "a bargain, transaction, or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,2 ], "a particular type of treatment received, esp| as the result of an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,3 ], "an indefinite amount, extent, or degree (esp| in the phrases good or great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,3 ], "deal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,3,1 ], "the process of distributing the cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,3,2 ], "a player's turn to do this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,3,3 ], "a single round in a card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,4 ], "big deal| Informal|an important person, event, or matter of any sort: often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",1,3,4 ], "used sarcastically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deal",2,1,1 ], "a plank of softwood timber, such as fir or pine, or such planks collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",2,1,2 ], "(red deal) or from the Norway Spruce (white deal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deal",2,1,2 ], "the sawn wood of various coniferous trees, such as that from the Scots pine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deal",2,2,1 ], "of fir or pine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dealate",1,1,1 ], "(of ants and other insects) having lost their wings, esp| by biting or rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dealate",1,1,1 ], "them off after mating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dealer",1,1,1 ], "a person or firm engaged in commercial purchase and sale; trader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dealer",1,1,2 ], "the person who distributes the cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dealer",1,1,3 ], "a person who sells narcotics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dealfish",1,1,1 ], "any soft-finned deep-sea teleost fish of the genus Trachipterus, esp| T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dealfish",1,1,1 ], "arcticus, related to the ribbonfishes and having a very long tapelike body and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dealfish",1,1,1 ], "fan-shaped tail fin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dealings",1,1,1 ], "transactions or business relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dealt",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deaminate",1,1,1 ], "to remove one or more amino groups from (a molecule)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dean of guild",1,1,1 ], "exercises jurisdiction over all building in the burgh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dean of guild",1,1,1 ], "the titular head of the guild or merchant company in a Scots burgh, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dean",1,1,1 ], "the chief administrative official of a college or university faculty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dean",1,1,2 ], "(at Oxford and Cambridge universities) a college fellow with responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dean",1,1,2 ], "for undergraduate discipline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dean",1,1,3 ], "church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dean",1,1,3 ], "the head of a chapter of canons and administrator of a cathedral or collegiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dean",1,1,4 ], "cardinals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dean",1,1,4 ], "the cardinal bishop senior by consecration and head of the college of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deanery",1,1,1 ], "the office or residence of dean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deanery",1,1,2 ], "the group of parishes presided over by a rural dean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,1,1 ], "beloved; precious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,1,2 ], "Sir or my dear Mr| Smith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,1,2 ], "used in conventional forms of address preceding a title or name, as in Dear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,2,1 ], "important; close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,2,1,1 ], "highly priced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,2,1,2 ], "charging high prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,2,2 ], "appealing or pretty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,2,3 ], "for dear life|as though life were in danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,3,1 ], "used in exclamations of surprise or dismay, such as Oh dear!and dear me!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,4,1 ], "someone regarded with affection and tenderness; darling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dear",1,5,1 ], "dearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dearly",1,1,1 ], "very much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dearly",1,1,2 ], "affectionately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dearly",1,1,3 ], "at a great cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dearth",1,1,1 ], "an inadequate amount, esp| of food; scarcity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deary",1,1,1 ], "a term of affection: now often sarcastic or facetious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deary",1,1,2 ], "deary or dearie me!an exclamation of surprise or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death adder",1,1,1 ], "a venomous Australian elapid snake, Acanthophis antarcticus, resembling an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death adder",1,1,1 ], "adder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death cap",1,1,1 ], "Agaricus) and the presence of a volva" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "death cap",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous woodland saprophytic basidiomycetous fungus, Amanita phalloides," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death cap",1,1,1 ], "differing from the edible mushroom(Agaricus) only in its white gills (pinkish-brown in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death cell",1,1,1 ], "a prison cell for criminals sentenced to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death certificate",1,1,1 ], "a legal document issued by a qualified medical practitioner certifying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death certificate",1,1,1 ], "death of a person and stating the cause if known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death duty",1,1,1 ], "a tax on property inheritances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death grant",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a grant payable to a relative," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death grant",1,1,1 ], "executor, etc|, after the death of a person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death knell",1,1,1 ], "something that heralds death or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death knell",1,1,2 ], "a bell rung to announce a death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death mask",1,1,1 ], "a cast of a person's face taken shortly after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death penalty",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by the) capital punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death rate",1,1,1 ], "that area, group, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death rate",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of deaths in a specified area, group, etc|, to the population of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death rattle",1,1,1 ], "a low-pitched gurgling sound sometimes made by a dying person, caused by air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death rattle",1,1,1 ], "passing through an accumulation of mucus in the trachea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death ray",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary ray capable of killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death row",1,1,1 ], "the part of a prison where those sentenced to death are confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death seat",1,1,1 ], "and Austral| slang| the seat beside the driver of a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death warrant",1,1,1 ], "the official authorization for carrying out a sentence of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death warrant",1,1,2 ], "sign one's death warrant| to cause one's own destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death wish",1,1,1 ], "(in Freudian psychology) the desire for self-annihilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,1 ], "cellular components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,1 ], "the permanent end of all functions of life in an organism or some of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,10 ], "catch one's death (of cold)| Informal| to contract a severe cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,11 ], "do to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,11,1 ], "to kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,11,2 ], "to overuse (a joke, etc|) so that it no longer has any effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,12 ], "in at the death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,12,1 ], "present when an animal that is being hunted is caught and killed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,12,2 ], "present at the finish or climax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,13 ], "like death warmed up| Informal| very ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,14 ], "like grim death| as if afraid of one's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,15 ], "mortal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,15 ], "put to death| to kill deliberately or execute|Related adjs|: fatal, lethal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,2 ], "an instance of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,3 ], "a murder or killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,4 ], "termination or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,5 ], "a state of affairs or an experience considered as terrible as death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,6 ], "a cause or source of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,7 ], "a personification of death, usually a skeleton or an old man holding a scythe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,8 ], "to death or to the death| until dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death",1,1,9 ], "at death's door| likely to die soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death's-head moth",1,1,1 ], "a European hawk moth, Acherontia atropos, having markings resembling a human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "death's-head moth",1,1,1 ], "skull on its upper thorax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "death's-head",1,1,1 ], "a human skull or a representation of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathbed",1,1,1 ], "the bed in which a person is about to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathbed",1,1,2 ], "on one's deathbed| about to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathblow",1,1,1 ], "a thing or event that destroys life or hope, esp| suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathless",1,1,1 ], "immortal, esp| because of greatness; everlasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathly",1,1,1 ], "deadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathly",1,1,2 ], "resembling death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathtrap",1,1,1 ], "a building, vehicle, etc|, that is considered very unsafe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathwatch",1,1,1 ], "a vigil held beside a dying or dead person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathwatch",1,1,2 ], "deathwatch beetle| any beetle of the family Anobiidae, esp| Xestobium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deathwatch",1,1,2 ], "presage death" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "deathwatch",1,1,2 ], "rufovillosum, that bores into wood and produces a tapping sound that was popularly thought to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deb",1,1,1 ], "short for debutante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debacle",1,1,1 ], "a sudden disastrous collapse or defeat, esp| one involving a disorderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debacle",1,1,1 ], "retreat; rout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debacle",1,1,2 ], "flooding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debacle",1,1,2 ], "the breaking up of ice in a river during spring or summer, often causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debacle",1,1,3 ], "a violent rush of water carrying along debris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debag",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Brit| slang| to remove the trousers from (someone) by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debar",1,1,1 ], "(tr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debar",1,1,2 ], "usually foll| by from) to exclude from a place, a right, etc|; bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debark",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for disembark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debase",1,1,1 ], "adulterate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debase",1,1,1 ], "to lower in quality, character, or value, as by adding cheaper metal to coins;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debatable",1,1,1 ], "open to question; disputable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debatable",1,1,2 ], "in dispute, as land or territory to which two parties lay claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debate",1,1,1 ], "a formal discussion, as in a legislative body, in which opposing arguments are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debate",1,1,1 ], "put forward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debate",1,1,2 ], "discussion or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debate",1,1,3 ], "the formal presentation and opposition of a specific motion, followed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debate",1,1,3 ], "vote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debate",1,2,1 ], "to discuss (a motion, etc|), esp| in a formal assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debate",1,2,2 ], "to deliberate upon (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debauch",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, usually passive) to lead into a life of depraved self-indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debauch",1,2,1 ], "to seduce (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debauch",1,3,1 ], "an instance or period of extreme dissipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debauchee",1,1,1 ], "a man who leads a life of reckless drinking, promiscuity, and self-indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debe",1,1,1 ], "a tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debenture",1,1,1 ], "a long-term bond, bearing fixed interest and usually unsecured, issued by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debenture",1,1,1 ], "company or governmental agency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debenture",1,1,2 ], "a certificate acknowledging the debt of a stated sum of money to a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debenture",1,1,2 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debenture",1,1,3 ], "a customs certificate providing for a refund of excise or import duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debilitate",1,1,1 ], "to make feeble weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debility",1,1,1 ], "weakness or infirmity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debit",1,1,1,1 ], "acknowledgment of a sum owing by entry on the left side of an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debit",1,1,1,2 ], "the left side of an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debit",1,1,1,3 ], "an entry on this side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debit",1,1,1,4 ], "the total of such entries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debit",1,1,1,5 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debit",1,2,1,1 ], "to record (an item) as a debit in an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debit",1,2,1,2 ], "to charge (a person or his account) with a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debonair",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a man or his manner) suave and refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debonair",1,1,2 ], "carefree; gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debonair",1,1,3 ], "courteous and cheerful; affable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debouch",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of troops) to move into a more open space, as from a narrow or concealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debouch",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debouch",1,2,1 ], "(of a river, glacier, etc|) to flow from a valley into a larger area or body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debouch",1,3,1 ], "an outlet or passage, as for the exit of troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debouchment",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of debouching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debouchment",1,1,2 ], "an outlet, mouth, or opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debrief",1,1,1 ], "(of a soldier, astronaut, diplomat, etc|) to make or (of his superiors) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debrief",1,1,1 ], "elicit a report after a mission or event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debris",1,1,1 ], "fragments or remnants of something destroyed or broken; rubble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debris",1,1,2 ], "a collection of loose material derived from rocks, or an accumulation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debris",1,1,2 ], "animal or vegetable matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debt of honour",1,1,1 ], "a debt that is morally but not legally binding, such as one contracted in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debt of honour",1,1,1 ], "gambling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debt",1,1,1 ], "something that is owed, such as money, goods, or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debt",1,1,2 ], "bad debt| a debt that has little or no prospect of being paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debt",1,1,3 ], "an obligation to pay or perform something; liability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debt",1,1,4 ], "(esp| in the phrases in debt, in debt)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debt",1,1,4 ], "the state of owing something, esp| money, or of being under an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debtor",1,1,1 ], "a person or commercial enterprise that owes a financial obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debug",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to locate and remove concealed microphones from (a room, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debug",1,1,2 ], "to locate and remove defects in (a device, system, plan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debug",1,1,3 ], "to remove insects from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debug",1,2,1,1 ], "device, system, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debug",1,2,1,1 ], "something, esp| a computer program, that locates and removes defects in (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debug",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debunk",1,1,1 ], "to expose the pretensions or falseness of, esp| by ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debus",1,1,1 ], "to unload (goods, etc|) or (esp| of troops) to alight from a bus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debut",1,1,1 ], "the first public appearance of an actor, musician, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debut",1,1,2 ], "the presentation of a debutante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debutante",1,1,1 ], "a young woman of upper-class background who is presented to society, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debutante",1,1,1 ], "at a formal ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "debutante",1,1,2 ], "a girl or young woman regarded as being upper-class, wealthy, and of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "debutante",1,1,2 ], "frivolous or snobbish social set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deb|",1,1,1 ], "debenture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deca-",1,1,1 ], "denoting ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decade",1,1,1 ], "a period of ten consecutive years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decade",1,1,2 ], "a group or series of ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decadence",1,1,1 ], "deterioration, esp| of morality or culture; decay; degeneration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decadence",1,1,2 ], "the state reached through such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decadence",1,1,3 ], "the period or style associated with the 19th-century Decadents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decadent",1,1,1 ], "characterized by decay or decline, as in being self-indulgent or morally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decadent",1,1,1 ], "corrupt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decadent",1,1,2 ], "belonging to a period of decline in artistic standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decadent",1,2,1 ], "a decadent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decaffeinate",1,1,1 ], "to remove all or part of the caffeine from (coffee)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having ten sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having ten plane faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decal",1,1,1 ], "short for decalcomania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decal",1,2,1 ], "to transfer (a design, etc|) by decalcomania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decalcify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove calcium or lime from (bones, teeth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decalcomania",1,1,1 ], "surface, such as china, glass or paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decalcomania",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of transferring a design from prepared paper onto another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decalcomania",1,1,2 ], "a design so transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decalescence",1,1,1 ], "range, caused by a change in internal crystal structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decalescence",1,1,1 ], "the absorption of heat when a metal is heated through a particular temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decamp",1,1,1 ], "to leave a camp; break camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decamp",1,1,2 ], "to depart secretly or suddenly; abscond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanal",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a dean or deanery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanal",1,1,1,2 ], "(of part of a chair) on the same side of a cathedral, etc|, as the dean; on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanal",1,1,1,2 ], "the S side of the choir" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decane",1,1,1 ], "C10H22" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decane",1,1,1 ], "a liquid alkane hydrocarbon existing in several isomeric forms| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanedioic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: HOOC(CH\2)8COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "decanedioic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline carboxylic acid obtained by heating castor oil with sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanedioic acid",1,1,1 ], "hydroxide, used in the manufacture of polyester resins and rubbers and plasticizers|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decani",1,2,1 ], "to be sung by the decanal side of a choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline insoluble carboxylic acid with an unpleasant odour, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "in perfumes and for making fruit flavours| Formula: C9H19COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decant",1,1,1 ], "disturbing any sediment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decant",1,1,1 ], "to pour (a liquid, such as wine) from one container to another, esp| without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanter",1,1,1 ], "a stoppered bottle, usually of glass, into which a drink, such as wine, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decanter",1,1,1 ], "poured for serving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decapitate",1,1,1 ], "to behead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decarbonate",1,1,1 ], "to remove carbon dioxide from (a solution, substance, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decarbonize" ,1, 1, 1],"internal-combustion engine, etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "decarbonize" ,1, 1, 1],"to remove carbon from (the walls of the combustion chamber of an",1). c_DEF([ "decarbonize" ,1, 2, 1],"decarbonizer or decarboniser",1). c_DEF([ "decarbonize" ,1, 3, 1],"Hdecarboxylation (di$:k$a$:b$Aks@@!le$I#s@) n",1). c_DEF([ "decarbonize" ,1, 3, 2],"the removal or loss of a carboxyl group from an organic compound",1). c_DEF([ "decarburize",1,1,1 ], "another word for decarbonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decare",1,1,1 ], "ten ares or 1000 square metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decastyle",1,1,1 ], "a portico consisting of ten columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decasyllable",1,1,1 ], "a word or line of verse consisting of ten syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decathlon",1,1,1 ], "an athletic contest for men in which each athlete competes in ten different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decathlon",1,1,1 ], "events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,1,1 ], "etc|; deteriorate; waste away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,1,1 ], "to decline or cause to decline gradually in health, prosperity, excellence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,1,2 ], "decompose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,1,2 ], "to rot or cause to rot as a result of bacterial, fungal, or chemical action;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,2,1 ], "Also: disintegrate| Physics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,2,1,1 ], "(of an atomic nucleus) to undergo radioactive disintegration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,2,1,2 ], "(of an elementary particle) to transform into two or more different elementary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,2,1,2 ], "particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,2,2 ], "(of a stored charge, magnetic flux, etc|) to decrease gradually when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,2,2 ], "source of energy has been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,1 ], "the process of decline, as in health, mentality, beauty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,2 ], "the state brought about by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,3 ], "decomposition, as of vegetable matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,4 ], "rotten or decayed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,4,2 ], "a spontaneous transformation of an elementary particle into two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,4,2 ], "different particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,5 ], "a gradual decrease of a stored charge, magnetic flux, current, etc|, when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decay",1,3,5 ], "source of energy has been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decd|",1,1,1 ], "deceased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decease",1,1,1 ], "a more formal word for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decease",1,2,1 ], "a more formal word for die ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceased",1,1,1,1 ], "a more formal word for dead ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceased",1,1,1,2 ], "the deceased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decedent",1,1,1 ], "a deceased person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceit",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of deceiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceit",1,1,2 ], "a statement, act, or device intended to mislead; fraud; trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceit",1,1,3 ], "a tendency to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceitful",1,1,1 ], "full of deceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceive",1,1,1 ], "to mislead by deliberate misrepresentation or lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceive",1,1,2 ], "to delude (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceive",1,1,3 ], "to disappoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decelerate",1,1,1 ], "to slow down or cause to slow down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decelerometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring deceleration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decemvir",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a member of a board of ten magistrates, esp| either of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decemvir",1,1,1 ], "two commissions established in 451 and 450 b|c| to revise the laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decemvir",1,1,2 ], "a member of any governing body composed of ten men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decemvirate",1,1,1 ], "a board of decemvirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decemvirate",1,1,2 ], "the rule or rank of decemvirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decenary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a tithing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decencies",1,1,1 ], "the| those things that are considered necessary for a decent life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decencies",1,1,2 ], "another word for proprieties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decency",1,1,1 ], "conformity to the prevailing standards of propriety, morality, modesty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decency",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being decent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decennial",1,1,1 ], "lasting for ten years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decennial",1,1,2 ], "occurring every ten years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decennial",1,2,1 ], "a tenth anniversary or its celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decennium",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for decade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decent",1,1,1 ], "polite or respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decent",1,1,2 ], "proper and suitable; fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decent",1,1,3 ], "conforming to conventions of sexual behaviour; not indecent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decent",1,1,4 ], "free of oaths, blasphemy, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decent",1,1,5 ], "good or adequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decent",1,1,6 ], "kind; generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decent",1,1,7 ], "sufficiently clothed to be seen by other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decentralize",1,1,1 ], "to reorganize (a government, industry, etc|) into smaller more autonomous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decentralize",1,1,1 ], "units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decentralize",1,1,2 ], "to disperse (a concentration, as of industry or population)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deception",1,1,1 ], "the act of deceiving or the state of being deceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deception",1,1,2 ], "something that deceives; trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceptive",1,1,1 ], "likely or designed to deceive; misleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deceptive",1,1,2 ], "(of a cadence) another word for interrupted ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decerebrate",1,1,1 ], "(di$:!s$er$I~bre$It) to remove the brain or a large section of the brain or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decerebrate",1,1,1 ], "cut the spinal cord at the level of the brain stem of (a person or animal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decerebrate",1,2,1 ], "(di$:!s$er$Ibr$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decerebrate",1,2,2 ], "a decerebrated individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decern",1,1,1 ], "to decree or adjudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decern",1,1,2 ], "an archaic spelling of discern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deci-",1,1,1 ], "denoting one tenth; 10'-'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deciare",1,1,1 ], "one tenth of an are or 10 square metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decibel",1,1,1 ], "a unit for comparing two currents, voltages, or power levels, equal to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decibel",1,1,1 ], "tenth of a bel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decibel",1,1,2 ], "a similar unit for measuring the intensity of a sound| It is equal to ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decibel",1,1,2 ], "measured to the intensity of some reference sound, usually the lowest audible note of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "decibel",1,1,2 ], "the same frequency" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "decibel",1,1,2 ], "times the logarithm to the base ten of the ratio of the intensity of the sound to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decide",1,1,1 ], "to reach a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decide",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a person) to reach a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decide",1,3,1 ], "to determine or settle (a contest or question)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decide",1,4,1 ], "to influence decisively the outcome of (a contest or question)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decide",1,5,1 ], "to pronounce a formal verdict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decided",1,1,1 ], "unmistakable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decided",1,1,2 ], "determined; resolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decidua",1,1,1 ], "pregnancy: is shed, with the placenta, at parturition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decidua",1,1,1 ], "the specialized mucous membrane that lines the uterus of some mammals during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deciduous",1,1,1 ], "(of trees and shrubs) shedding all leaves annually at the end of the growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deciduous",1,1,1 ], "season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deciduous",1,1,2 ], "(of antlers, wings, teeth, etc|) being shed at the end of a period of growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deciduous",1,1,3 ], "impermanent; transitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decile",1,1,1 ], "into ten groups with equal frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decile",1,1,1 ], "one of nine actual or notional values of a variable dividing its distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%6%0)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 60 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%3%3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 33 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal classification",1,1,1 ], "another term for Dewey decimal system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal currency",1,1,1 ], "a system of currency in which the monetary units are parts or powers of ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal fraction",1,1,1 ], "another name for decimal ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal place",1,1,1 ], "the position of a digit after the decimal point, each successive position to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal place",1,1,1 ], "the right having a denominator of an increased power of ten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decimal place",1,1,2 ], "the number of digits to the right of the decimal point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal point",1,1,1 ], "a full stop or a raised full stop placed between the integral and fractional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal point",1,1,1 ], "parts of a number in the decimal system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decimal system",1,1,1 ], "expressed by combinations of the ten digits 0 to 9" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decimal system",1,1,1 ], "the number system in general use, having a base of ten, in which numbers are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal system",1,1,2 ], "a system of measurement, such as the metric system, in which the multiple and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal system",1,1,2 ], "submultiple units are related to a basic unit by powers of ten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,1,1 ], "a fraction that has a denominator of a power of ten, the power depending on or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,1,1 ], "deciding the decimal place| It is indicated by a decimal point to the left of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,1,1 ], "numerator, if necessary, to obtain the correct decimal place" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,1,1 ], "numerator, the denominator being omitted| Zeros are inserted between the point and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,1,2 ], "any number used in the decimal system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,2,1,1 ], "relating to or using powers of ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,2,1,2 ], "of the base ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimal",1,2,2 ], "expressed as a decimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimalize",1,1,1 ], "to change (a system, number, etc|) to the decimal system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimate",1,1,1 ], "to destroy or kill a large proportion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimate",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in the ancient Roman army) to kill every tenth man of (a mutinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decimate",1,1,2 ], "section)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decimetre",1,1,1 ], "one tenth of a metre| Symbol: dm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decipher",1,1,1 ], "to determine the meaning of (something obscure or illegible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decipher",1,1,2 ], "to convert from code into plain text; decode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decision",1,1,1 ], "a judgment, conclusion, or resolution reached or given; verdict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decision",1,1,2 ], "the act of making up one's mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decision",1,1,3 ], "firmness of purpose or character; determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decisive",1,1,1 ], "influential; conclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decisive",1,1,2 ], "characterized by the ability to make decisions, esp| quickly; resolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck chair",1,1,1 ], "a folding chair for use out of doors, consisting of a wooden frame suspending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck chair",1,1,1 ], "a length of canvas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck hand",1,1,1 ], "a seaman assigned various duties, such as mooring and cargo handling, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck hand",1,1,1 ], "deck of a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck hand",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) a seaman over 17 years of age who has seen sea duty for at least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck hand",1,1,2 ], "one year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck hand",1,1,3 ], "a helper aboard a yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck over",1,1,1 ], "to complete the construction of the upper deck between the bulwarks of (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck over",1,1,1 ], "vessel)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck tennis",1,1,1 ], "a game played on board ship in which a quoit is tossed to and fro across a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck tennis",1,1,1 ], "high net on a small court resembling a tennis court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,1 ], "any of various platforms built into a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,2 ], "a similar floor or platform, as in a bus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,2,1 ], "gramophone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,2,1 ], "the horizontal platform that supports the turntable and pickup of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,3 ], "a pack of playing cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,4 ], "a collection of punched cards relevant to a particular program" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,5 ], "a small packet of a narcotic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,6 ], "the flat top part of a skateboard, made of any of various materials, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,6 ], "wood, fibreglass, or plastic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,7 ], "clear the decks| Informal| to prepare for action, as by removing obstacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,7 ], "from a field of activity or combat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,8 ], "hit the deck| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,8,1 ], "to fall to the floor or ground, esp| in order to avoid injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,8,2 ], "to prepare for action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,1,8,3 ], "to get out of bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to dress or decorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deck",1,2,2 ], "to build a deck on (a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deckhouse",1,1,1 ], "a houselike cabin on the deck of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deckle edge",1,1,1 ], "in fine books and writing papers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deckle edge",1,1,1 ], "the rough edge of handmade paper made in a deckle, often left as ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deckle edge",1,1,2 ], "a trimmed edge imitating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deckle",1,1,1 ], "a frame used to support pulp in the making of handmade paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deckle",1,1,2 ], "a strap on each edge of the moving web of paper on a paper-making machine that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deckle",1,1,2 ], "fixes the width of the paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "declaim",1,1,1 ], "to make (a speech, statement, etc|) loudly and in a rhetorical manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaim",1,1,2 ], "to speak lines from (a play, poem, etc|) with studied eloquence; recite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaim",1,2,1 ], "to protest (against) loudly and publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declamation",1,1,1 ], "a rhetorical or emotional speech, made esp| in order to protest or condemn;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declamation",1,1,1 ], "tirade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "declamation",1,1,2 ], "a speech, verse, etc|, that is or can be spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declamation",1,1,3 ], "the act or art of declaiming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declamation",1,1,4 ], "the artistry or technique involved in singing recitative passages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declamatory",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having the characteristics of a declamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declamatory",1,1,2 ], "merely rhetorical; empty and bombastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declarant",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a declaration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,1 ], "an explicit or emphatic statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,2 ], "a formal statement or announcement; proclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,3 ], "the act of declaring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,4 ], "division of the High Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,4 ], "the ruling of a judge or court on a question of law, esp| in the chancery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,5 ], "an unsworn statement of a witness admissible in evidence under certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,5 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,6 ], "the voluntary closure of an innings before all ten wickets have fallen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,7 ], "the final contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,8 ], "a statement or inventory of goods, etc|, submitted for tax assessment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaration",1,1,9 ], "an announcement of points made after taking a trick, as in bezique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declarative",1,1,1 ], "making or having the nature of a declaration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declarator",1,1,1 ], "an action seeking to have some right, status, etc|, judicially ascertained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaratory",1,1,1 ], "another word for declarative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaratory",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a statute)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaratory",1,1,2 ], "stating the existing law on a particular subject explanatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaratory",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a decree or judgment) stating the rights of the parties without specifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declaratory",1,1,2,2 ], "the action to be taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,1,1 ], "to make clearly known or announce officially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,1,2 ], "to state officially that (a person, fact, etc|) is as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,1,3 ], "to state emphatically; assert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,1,4 ], "to show, reveal, or manifest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,2,1 ], "to make known one's choice or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,2,2 ], "to make a complete statement of (dutiable goods, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,2,2,1 ], "to display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,2,3 ], "(a card or series of cards) on the table so as to add to one's score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,2,3,2 ], "to decide (the trump suit) by making the winning bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,3,1 ], "to close an innings voluntarily before all ten wickets have fallen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declare",1,3,2 ], "to authorize the payment of (a dividend) from corporate net profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declarer",1,1,1 ], "a person who declares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declarer",1,1,2 ], "hands of the partnership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "declarer",1,1,2 ], "the player who, as first bidder of the suit of the final contract, plays both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declass",1,1,1 ], "to lower in social status or position degrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declassify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to release (a document or information) from the security list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declension",1,1,1,1 ], "inflection of nouns, pronouns, or adjectives for case, number, and gender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declension",1,1,1,2 ], "the complete set of the inflections of such a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declension",1,1,2 ], "a decline or deviation from a standard, belief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declension",1,1,3 ], "a downward slope or bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declinate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) descending from the horizontal in a curve drooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declination",1,1,1 ], "equator measured north (positive) or south (negative) along the great circle passing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "declination",1,1,1 ], "the angular distance in degrees of a star, planet, etc|, from the celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declination",1,1,1 ], "through the celestial poles and the body| Symbol: d" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "declination",1,1,2 ], "a refusal, esp| a courteous or formal one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,1,1 ], "to refuse to do or accept (something), esp| politely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,2,1 ], "to grow smaller; diminish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,2,2 ], "to slope or cause to slope downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,3,1 ], "to deteriorate gradually, as in quality, health, or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,3,2 ], "noun, adjective, or pronoun) to be inflected for number, case, or gender" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,3,2 ], "to state or list the inflections of (a noun, adjective, or pronoun), or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,4,1 ], "gradual deterioration or loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,4,2 ], "a movement downward or towards something smaller; diminution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,4,3 ], "a downward slope; declivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decline",1,4,4 ], "any slowly progressive disease, such as tuberculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declinometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring magnetic declination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declivity",1,1,1 ], "a downward slope, esp| of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "declutch",1,1,1 ], "to disengage the clutch of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decl|",1,1,1 ], "declension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoct",1,1,1 ], "substance) by boiling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decoct",1,1,1 ], "to extract (the essence or active principle) from (a medicinal or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoction",1,1,1 ], "by boiling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decoction",1,1,1 ], "the extraction of the water-soluble substances of a drug or medicinal plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoction",1,1,2 ], "the essence or liquor resulting from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decode",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a message, text, etc|) from code into ordinary language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoke",1,1,1 ], "another word for decarbonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decollate",1,1,1 ], "to separate (continuous stationery, etc|) into individual forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decollate",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for decapitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decolonize",1,1,1 ], "to grant independence to (a colony)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decolorant",1,1,1 ], "able to decolour or bleach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decolorant",1,2,1 ], "a substance that decolours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decolour" ,1, 1, 1],"decolorize, or decolorisevb",1). c_DEF([ "decolour" ,1, 2, 1],"to deprive of colour, as by bleaching",1). c_DEF([ "decompose",1,1,1 ], "constituent elements by bacterial or fungal action; rot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decompose",1,1,1 ], "to break down (organic matter) or (of organic matter) to be broken down into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompose",1,1,2 ], "to break down or cause to break down into simpler chemical compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompose",1,1,3 ], "to break up or separate into constituent parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decomposer",1,1,1 ], "any organism in a community, such as a bacterium or fungus, that breaks down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decomposer",1,1,1 ], "dead tissue into its constituent parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decompound",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound leaf) having leaflets consisting of several distinct parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompound",1,1,2 ], "made up of one or more compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompound",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for decompose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompound",1,2,2 ], "to mix with or form from one or more compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompress",1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decompress",1,1,1 ], "to relieve (a substance) of pressure or (of a substance) to be relieved of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompress",1,1,2 ], "pressure from a condition of increased pressure or (of a diver, etc|) to be returned to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decompress",1,1,2 ], "such a condition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "decompress",1,1,2 ], "to return (a diver, caisson worker, etc|) to a condition of normal atmospheric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompression chamber",1,1,1 ], "a chamber in which the pressure of air can be varied slowly for returning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompression chamber",1,1,1 ], "people from abnormal pressures to atmospheric pressure without inducing decompression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decompression chamber",1,1,1 ], "sickness" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "decompression sickness",1,1,1 ], "a disorder characterized by severe pain in muscles and joints, cramp, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decompression sickness",1,1,1 ], "atmospheric pressure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "decompression sickness",1,1,1 ], "difficulty in breathing, caused by subjection to a sudden and substantial change in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decompression sickness",1,1,2 ], "Nontechnical name: the bends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decongestant",1,1,1 ], "relieving congestion, esp| nasal congestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decongestant",1,2,1 ], "a decongestant drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deconsecrate",1,1,1 ], "to transfer (a church, etc|) to secular use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decontaminate",1,1,1 ], "distribution, or neutralization of poisons, radioactivity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decontaminate",1,1,1 ], "to render (an area, building, object, etc|) harmless by the removal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decontrol",1,1,1 ], "to free of restraints or controls, esp| government controls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorate",1,1,1 ], "to make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorate",1,1,2 ], "to paint or wallpaper (a room, house, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorate",1,2,1 ], "to confer a mark of distinction, esp| a military medal, upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorate",1,3,1 ], "structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decorate",1,3,1 ], "to evaporate a metal film onto (a crystal) in order to display dislocations in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoration",1,1,1 ], "an addition that renders something more attractive or ornate; adornment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoration",1,1,2 ], "the act, process, or art of decorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoration",1,1,3 ], "a medal, badge, etc|, conferred as a mark of honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorative",1,1,1 ], "serving to decorate or adorn; ornamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorator",1,1,1 ], "a person whose profession is the painting and wallpapering of buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorator",1,1,2 ], "a person who decorates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by propriety in manners, conduct, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorticate",1,1,1 ], "to remove the bark or some other outer layer from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorticate",1,1,2 ], "to remove the cortex of (an organ or part)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorum",1,1,1 ], "propriety, esp| in behaviour or conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decorum",1,1,2 ], "a requirement of correct behaviour in polite society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoupage",1,1,1 ], "from paper, card, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decoupage",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of decorating a surface with shapes or illustrations cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoupage",1,1,2 ], "anything produced by this technique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoupling",1,1,1 ], "coupling with another circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decoupling",1,1,1 ], "the reduction of undesired distortion or oscillations in a circuit, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing used to beguile or lead someone into danger; lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,1,2 ], "something designed to deceive an enemy or divert his attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,1,3 ], "a bird or animal, or an image of one, used to lure game into a trap or within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,1,3 ], "shooting range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,1,4 ], "an enclosed space or large trap, often with a wide funnelled entrance, into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,1,4 ], "which game can be lured for capture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,2,1 ], "(d$I!k@$$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decoy",1,2,2 ], "to lure or be lured by or as if by means of a decoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrease",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!kri$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrease",1,1,2 ], "to diminish or cause to diminish in size, number, strength, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrease",1,2,1 ], "the act or process of diminishing; reduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrease",1,2,2 ], "the amount by which something has been diminished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decree absolute",1,1,1 ], "remarry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decree absolute",1,1,1 ], "the final decree in divorce proceedings, which leaves the parties free to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decree nisi",1,1,1 ], "a provisional decree, esp| in divorce proceedings, which will later be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decree nisi",1,1,1 ], "absolute unless cause is shown why it should not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decree" ,1, 1, 1],"an edict, law, etc|, made by someone in authority",1). c_DEF([ "decree" ,1, 1, 2],"an order or judgment of a court made after hearing a suit, esp| in matrimonial",1). c_DEF([ "decree" ,1, 1, 2],"proceedings",2). c_DEF([ "decree" ,1, 2, 1],"to order, adjudge, or ordain by decree",1). c_DEF([ "decreet",1,1,1 ], "the final judgment or sentence of a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrement",1,1,1 ], "the act of decreasing; diminution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrement",1,1,2 ], "a negative increment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrement",1,1,3 ], "a measure of the damping of an oscillator, expressed by the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrement",1,1,3 ], "amplitude of a cycle to its amplitude after one period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decrepit",1,1,1 ], "enfeebled by old age; infirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrepit",1,1,2 ], "broken down or worn out by hard or long use; dilapidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrepitate",1,1,1 ], "to heat (a substance, such as a salt) until it emits a crackling sound or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrepitate",1,1,1 ], "until this sound stops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decrepitate",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a salt) to crackle, as while being heated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrescendo",1,1,1 ], "another word for diminuendo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrescent",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the moon) decreasing waning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decresc|",1,1,1 ], "decrescendo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decretal",1,1,1 ], "a papal edict on doctrine or church law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decretal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a decretal or a decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decry",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to express open disapproval of; disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decry",1,1,2 ], "to depreciate by proclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decrypt",1,1,1 ], "another word for decode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decubitus ulcer",1,1,1 ], "a chronic ulcer of the skin and underlying tissues caused by prolonged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decubitus ulcer",1,1,1 ], "pressure on the body surface of bedridden patients| Nontechnical names: bedsore," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decubitus ulcer",1,1,1 ], "pressure sore" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "decumbent",1,1,1 ], "lying down or lying flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decumbent",1,1,2 ], "(of certain stems) lying flat with the tip growing upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decuple",1,1,1 ], "to increase by ten times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decuple",1,2,1 ], "an amount ten times as large as a given reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decuple",1,3,1 ], "increasing tenfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decurion",1,1,1 ], "(in the Roman Empire) a local councillor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decurion",1,1,2 ], "the commander of a troop of ten cavalrymen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decurrent",1,1,1 ], "extending down the stem as two wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "decurrent",1,1,1 ], "extending down the stem, esp| (of a leaf) having the base of the blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decurved",1,1,1 ], "bent or curved downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decury",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a body of ten men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decussate",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!k'se$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decussate",1,1,2 ], "to cross or cause to cross in the form of the letter X; intersect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decussate",1,2,1 ], "(d$I!k'se$It, d$I!k's$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decussate",1,2,2 ], "in the form of the letter X; crossed; intersected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decussate",1,2,3 ], "(esp| of leaves) arranged in opposite pairs, with each pair at right angles to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "decussate",1,2,3 ], "the one above and below it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dec|",1,1,1 ], "deceased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dec|",1,1,2 ], "declaration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dec|",1,1,3 ], "declension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dec|",1,1,4 ], "declination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dec|",1,1,5 ], "decrease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dec|",1,1,6 ], "decrescendo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of daedal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedans",1,1,1 ], "the open gallery at the server's end of the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedicate",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to devote (oneself, one's time, etc|) wholly to a special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedicate",1,1,1 ], "purpose or cause; commit wholeheartedly or unreservedly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dedicate",1,1,2 ], "(a person, cause, etc|) as a token of affection or respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dedicate",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) to address or inscribe (a book, artistic performance, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedicate",1,1,3 ], "to set apart for a deity or for sacred uses; consecrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedicate",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for dedicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedicated",1,1,1 ], "devoted to a particular purpose or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedicated",1,1,2 ], "designed to fulfil one function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedication",1,1,1 ], "the act of dedicating or the state of being dedicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedication",1,1,2 ], "an inscription or announcement prefixed to a book, piece of music, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedication",1,1,2 ], "dedicating it to a person or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dedication",1,1,3 ], "complete and wholehearted devotion, esp| to a career, ideal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedication",1,1,4 ], "a ceremony in which something, such as a church, is dedicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dedifferentiation",1,1,1 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dedifferentiation",1,1,1 ], "the reversion of the cells of differentiated tissue to a less specialized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deduce",1,1,1 ], "to reach (a conclusion about something) by reasoning; conclude (that); infer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deduce",1,1,2 ], "to trace the origin, course, or derivation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deduct",1,1,1 ], "to take away or subtract (a number, quantity, part, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deductible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being deducted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deductible",1,1,2 ], "short for tax-deductible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deductible",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| name for excess (sense 6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deduction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of deducting or subtracting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deduction",1,1,2 ], "something, esp| a sum of money, that is or may be deducted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deduction",1,1,2,1 ], "a process of reasoning, used esp| in logic and mathematics, by which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deduction",1,1,2,1 ], "specific conclusion necessarily follows from a set of general premisses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deduction",1,1,2,2 ], "a conclusion reached by this process of reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deductive",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to deduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deed poll",1,1,1 ], "a deed made by one party only, esp| one by which a person changes his name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deed",1,1,1 ], "something that is done or performed; act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deed",1,1,2 ], "a notable achievement; feat; exploit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deed",1,1,3 ], "action or performance, as opposed to words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deed",1,1,4 ], "a formal legal document signed, sealed, and delivered to effect a conveyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deed",1,1,4 ], "or transfer of property or to create a legal obligation or contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deed",1,2,1 ], "to convey or transfer (property) by deed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deejay",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for disc jockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deek",1,1,1 ], "to look at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deem",1,1,1 ], "to judge or consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deemster",1,1,1 ], "the title of one of the two justices in the Isle of Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep kiss",1,1,1 ], "another name for French kiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep space",1,1,1 ], "any region of outer space beyond the system of the earth and moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep structure",1,1,1 ], "a representation of the presumed structure of a sentence at a level where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep structure",1,1,1 ], "been applied" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "deep structure",1,1,1 ], "logical or grammatical relations are made explicit, before transformational rules have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deep therapy",1,1,1 ], "radiotherapy with very penetrating short-wave radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,1 ], "extending or situated relatively far down from a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,2 ], "extending or situated relatively far inwards, backwards, or sideways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,3 ], "relatively far from the pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,3,1 ], "of a specified dimension downwards, inwards, or backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,3,2 ], "a six-foot-deep trench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,4 ], "coming from or penetrating to a great depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,5 ], "difficult to understand or penetrate; abstruse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,6 ], "learned or intellectually demanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,1,7 ], "of great intensity; extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,1 ], "absorbed or enveloped (by); engrossed or immersed (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,2 ], "very cunning or crafty; devious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,3 ], "mysterious or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,4 ], "(of a colour) having an intense or dark hue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,5 ], "low in pitch or tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,6 ], "deep down| Informal| in reality, esp| as opposed to appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,7 ], "deep in the past| long ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,8 ], "go off the deep end| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,8,1 ], "to become hysterical; lose one's temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,8,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| to act rashly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,2,9 ], "in deep water| Informal| in a tricky position or in trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,3,1 ], "any deep place on land or under water, esp| below 6000 metres (3000 fathoms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,3,2 ], "the deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,3,2,1 ], "a poetic term for the ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,3,2,2 ], "Cricket| the area of the field relatively far from the pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,3,3 ], "the most profound, intense, or central part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,3,4 ], "a vast extent, as of space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,3,5 ], "one of the intervals on a sounding lead, one fathom apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,4,1 ], "far on in time; late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep",1,4,2 ], "profoundly or intensely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep-dish pie",1,1,1 ], "a pie baked in a deep dish and having only a top crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep-dyed",1,1,1 ], "thorough-going; absolute; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep-fry",1,1,1 ], "entirely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deep-fry",1,1,1 ], "to cook (fish, potatoes, etc|) in sufficient hot fat to cover the food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep-laid",1,1,1 ], "(of a plot or plan) carefully worked out and kept secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep-rooted",1,1,1 ], "(of ideas, beliefs, prejudices, etc|) firmly fixed, implanted, or held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep-rooted",1,1,1 ], "ingrained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deep-sea",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, found in, or characteristic of the deep parts of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deep-six",1,1,1 ], "to dispose of (something, such as documents) completely; destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deepen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become deep, deeper, or more intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deepfreeze" ,1, 1, 1],"a type of refrigerator in which food, etc|, is stored for long periods at",1). c_DEF([ "deepfreeze" ,1, 1, 1],"temperatures below freezing",2). c_DEF([ "deepfreeze" ,1, 1, 2],"storage in or as if in a deepfreeze",1). c_DEF([ "deepfreeze" ,1, 1, 3],"a state of suspended activity",1). c_DEF([ "deepfreeze" ,1, 2, 1],"es, -froze or -freezed, -frozen or -freezed",1). c_DEF([ "deepfreeze" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to freeze or keep in or as if in a deepfreeze",1). c_DEF([ "deer lick",1,1,1 ], "a naturally or artificially salty area of ground where deer come to lick the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deer lick",1,1,1 ], "salt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deer mouse",1,1,1 ], "Central America, having brownish fur with white underparts: family Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deer mouse",1,1,1 ], "any of various mice of the genus Peromyscus, esp| P| maniculatus, of North and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deer",1,1,1 ], "any ruminant artiodactyl mammal of the family Cervidae, including reindeer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deer",1,1,1 ], "elk, muntjacs, and roe deer, typically having antlers in the male" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deer",1,1,2 ], "(in N Canada) another name for caribou" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deergrass",1,1,1 ], "a perennial cyperaceous plant, Trichophorum caespitosum, that grows in dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deergrass",1,1,1 ], "tufts in peat bogs of temperate regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deerhound",1,1,1 ], "a very large rough-coated breed of dog of the greyhound type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deerskin",1,1,1,1 ], "the hide of a deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deerskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deerstalker",1,1,1 ], "a person who stalks deer, esp| in order to shoot them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deerstalker",1,1,2 ], "a hat, peaked in front and behind, with earflaps usually turned up and tied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deerstalker",1,1,2 ], "together on the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deface",1,1,1 ], "to spoil or mar the surface, legibility, or appearance of disfigure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defalcate",1,1,1 ], "to misuse or misappropriate property or funds entrusted to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defamation",1,1,1 ], "the injuring of a person's good name or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defamation",1,1,2 ], "the act of defaming or state of being defamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defamatory",1,1,1 ], "injurious to someone's name or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defame",1,1,1 ], "to attack the good name or reputation of; slander; libel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defame",1,1,2 ], "to indict or accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,1,1 ], "a failure to act, esp| a failure to meet a financial obligation or to appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,1,1 ], "in a court of law at a time specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,1,2 ], "absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,1,3 ], "in default of| through or in the lack or absence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,1,4 ], "defendant fails to plead or to appear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,1,4 ], "judgment by default| Law| a judgment in the plaintiff's favour when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,1,5 ], "lack, want, or need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,2,1 ], "to fail to make payment when due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,3,1 ], "to fail to fulfil or perform an obligation, engagement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "default",1,3,2 ], "to lose (a case) by failure to appear in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defaulter",1,1,1 ], "a person who defaults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defaulter",1,1,2 ], "a person, esp| a soldier, who has broken the disciplinary code of his service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeasance",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of rendering null and void; annulment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeasance",1,1,1,1 ], "a condition, the fulfilment of which renders a deed void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeasance",1,1,1,2 ], "the document containing such a condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeasible",1,1,1 ], "(of an estate or interest in land) capable of being defeated or rendered void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeat",1,1,1 ], "to overcome in a contest or competition; win a victory over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeat",1,1,2 ], "to thwart or frustrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeat",1,1,3 ], "to render null and void; annul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeat",1,2,1 ], "the act of defeating or state of being defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeat",1,2,2 ], "an instance of defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeat",1,2,3 ], "overthrow or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeat",1,2,4 ], "an annulment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defeatism",1,1,1 ], "a ready acceptance or expectation of defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defecate",1,1,1 ], "to discharge waste from the body through the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defecate",1,2,1 ], "to clarify or remove impurities from (a solution, esp| of sugar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!f$ekt, !di$:f$ekt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,1,2 ], "a lack of something necessary for completeness or perfection; shortcoming;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,1,2 ], "deficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,1,3 ], "an imperfection, failing, or blemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,1,4 ], "a local deviation from regularity in the crystal lattice of a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,2,1 ], "(d$I!f$ekt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,3,1 ], "opposing forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defect",1,3,1 ], "to desert one's country, cause, allegiance, etc|, esp| in order to join the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defection",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of defecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defection",1,1,2 ], "abandonment of duty, allegiance, principles, etc|; backsliding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defection",1,1,3 ], "another word for defect 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defective",1,1,1 ], "having a defect or flaw; imperfect; faulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defective",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) below the usual standard or level, esp| in intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defective",1,1,3 ], "(of a word) lacking the full range of inflections characteristic of its form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defective",1,1,3 ], "class, as for example must, which has no past tense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defence mechanism",1,1,1 ], "a usually unconscious mental process designed to reduce the anxiety, shame," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence mechanism",1,1,1 ], "etc|, associated with instinctive desires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defence mechanism",1,1,2 ], "the protective response of the body against disease organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,1 ], "resistance against danger, attack, or harm; protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that provides such resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,3 ], "a plea, essay, speech, etc|, in support of something; vindication;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,3 ], "justification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,3,1 ], "actual opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,3,1 ], "military measures or resources protecting a country against a potential or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,4 ], "a defendant's denial of the truth of the allegations or charge against him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,5 ], "the defendant and his legal advisers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,5,1 ], "playing area against an opponent's attacks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,5,1 ], "the action of protecting oneself, one's goal, or one's allotted part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,5,2 ], "the method of doing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,5,3 ], "(usually preceded by the) the players in a team whose function is to do this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defence",1,1,6 ], "fortifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defend",1,1,1 ], "to protect (a person, place, etc|) from harm or danger; ward off an attack on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defend",1,2,1 ], "to support in the face of criticism, esp| by argument or evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defend",1,2,2 ], "to represent (a defendant) in court in a civil or criminal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defend",1,2,3 ], "to guard or protect (oneself, one's goal, etc|) against attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defend",1,3,1 ], "to protect (a championship or title) against a challenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defendant",1,1,1 ], "a person against whom an action or claim is brought in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defendant",1,2,1 ], "making a defence; defending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defenestration",1,1,1 ], "the act of throwing someone out of a window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defensible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being defended, as in war, an argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defensive",1,1,1 ], "intended, suitable, or done for defence, as opposed to offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defensive",1,1,2 ], "rejecting criticisms of oneself or covering up one's failings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defensive",1,2,1 ], "a position of defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defensive",1,2,2 ], "on the defensive| in an attitude or position of defence, as in being ready to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defensive",1,2,2 ], "reject criticism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defer",1,1,1 ], "to delay or cause to be delayed until a future time; postpone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defer",2,1,1 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defer",2,1,2 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defer",2,1,2 ], "foll| by to) to yield (to) or comply (with) the wishes or judgments of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deference",1,1,1 ], "submission to or compliance with the will, wishes, etc|, of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deference",1,1,2 ], "courteous regard; respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferent",1,1,1 ], "another word for deferential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferent",2,1,1 ], "(esp| of a bodily nerve, vessel, or duct) conveying an impulse, fluid, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferent",2,1,1 ], "outwards, down, or away; efferent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deferent",2,2,1 ], "(in the Ptolemaic system) a circle centred on the earth around which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferent",2,2,1 ], "centre of the epicycle was thought to move" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deferential",1,1,1 ], "marked by or showing deference or respect; respectful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferment",1,1,1 ], "the act of deferring or putting off until another time; postponement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferred annuity",1,1,1 ], "an annuity that commences not less than one year after the final purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferred annuity",1,1,1 ], "premium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deferred sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sentence that is postponed for a specific period to allow a court to examine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferred sentence",1,1,1 ], "the conduct of the offender during the deferment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deferred",1,1,1 ], "withheld over a certain period; postponed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deferred",1,1,2 ], "(of shares) ranking behind other types of shares for dividend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defiance",1,1,1 ], "open or bold resistance to or disregard for authority, opposition, or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defiance",1,1,2 ], "a challenging attitude or behaviour; challenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defiant",1,1,1 ], "marked by resistance or bold opposition, as to authority; challenging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defibrillator",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for stopping fibrillation of the heart by application of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defibrillator",1,1,1 ], "electric current to the chest wall or directly to the heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deficiency disease",1,1,1 ], "any condition, such as pellagra, beriberi, or scurvy, produced by a lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficiency disease",1,1,1 ], "vitamins or other essential substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deficiency",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being deficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficiency",1,1,2 ], "a lack or insufficiency; shortage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficiency",1,1,3 ], "another word for deficit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficient",1,1,1 ], "lacking some essential; incomplete; defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficient",1,1,2 ], "inadequate in quantity or supply; insufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficit spending",1,1,1 ], "government spending in excess of revenues so that a budget deficit is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficit spending",1,1,1 ], "incurred, which is financed by borrowing (deficit financing)| It is often undertaken as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deficit spending",1,1,1 ], "remedy for economic depression and unemployment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "deficit",1,1,1 ], "the amount by which an actual sum is lower than that expected or required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficit",1,1,1,1 ], "an excess of liabilities over assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficit",1,1,1,2 ], "an excess of expenditures over revenues during a certain period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deficit",1,1,1,3 ], "an excess of payments over receipts on the balance of payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defilade",1,1,1 ], "protection provided by obstacles against enemy fire or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defilade",1,1,2 ], "the disposition of defensive fortifications to produce this protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defilade",1,2,1 ], "to provide protection for by defilade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",1,1,1 ], "to make foul or dirty; pollute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",1,1,2 ], "to tarnish or sully the brightness of; taint; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",1,1,3 ], "to damage or sully (someone's good name, reputation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",1,1,4 ], "to make unfit for ceremonial use; desecrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",1,1,5 ], "to violate the chastity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",2,1,1 ], "a narrow pass or gorge, esp| one between two mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",2,1,2 ], "a single file of soldiers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defile",2,2,1 ], "to march or cause to march in single file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "define",1,1,1 ], "to state precisely the meaning of (words, terms, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "define",1,1,2 ], "to describe the nature, properties, or essential qualities of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "define",1,1,3 ], "to determine the boundary or extent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "define",1,1,4 ], "to delineate the form or outline of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "define",1,1,5 ], "to fix with precision; specify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definiendum",1,1,1 ], "dictionary entry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "definiendum",1,1,1 ], "something to be defined, esp| the term or phrase to be accounted for in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definiens",1,1,1 ], "the word or words used to define or give an account of the meaning of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definiens",1,1,1 ], "word, as in a dictionary entry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "definite article",1,1,1 ], "a determiner that expresses specificity of reference, such as the in English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definite integral",1,1,1 ], "Written 'abf(x)dx, where ba" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "definite integral",1,1,1 ], "rectangles of infinitesimal width that are bounded by the curve of a function, f(x), the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "definite integral",1,1,1 ], "the limit of the sum of the areas of an infinitely large number of adjoining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definite integral",1,1,1 ], "x-axis, and the two limits x,,a and x,,b, as the width of each rectangle tends to 0|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 1],"and firmness",2). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 1],"clearly defined; exact; explicit",1). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 1],"d definitive should be carefully distinguished|Definite indicates precision",1). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 2],"having precise limits or boundaries",1). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"cymose inflorescence; determinate",2). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"denoting a type of growth in which the main stem ends in a flower, as in a",1). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"(esp| of flower parts) limited or fixed in number in a given species",1). c_DEF([ "definite" ,1, 1, 3],"known for certain; sure",1). c_DEF([ "definitely",1,1,1 ], "in a definite manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definitely",1,1,2 ], "certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definitely",1,2,1 ], "unquestionably: used to confirm an assumption by a questioner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definition",1,1,1 ], "a formal and concise statement of the meaning of a word, phrase, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definition",1,1,2 ], "the act of defining a word, phrase, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definition",1,1,3 ], "the act of making clear or definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definition",1,1,4 ], "the state or condition of being clearly defined or definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definition",1,1,5 ], "a measure of the clarity of an optical, photographic, or television image as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "definition",1,1,5 ], "characterized by its sharpness and contrast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 1, 1],"serving to decide or settle finally; conclusive",1). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 1, 2],"most reliable, complete, or authoritative",1). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 1, 3],"serving to define or outline",1). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"(of postage stamps) permanently on sale",1). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"a definitive postage stamp",1). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 1, 4],"fully developed; complete",1). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 2, 1],"a word indicating specificity of reference, such as the definite article or a",1). c_DEF([ "definitive" ,1, 2, 1],"demonstrative adjective or pronoun",2). c_DEF([ "deflagrate",1,1,1 ], "to burn or cause to burn with great heat and light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflate",1,1,1 ], "to collapse or cause to collapse through the release of gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflate",1,2,1 ], "to take away the self-esteem or conceit from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflate",1,2,2 ], "to cause deflation of (an economy, the money supply, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflation",1,1,1 ], "the act of deflating or state of being deflated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflation",1,1,2 ], "a reduction in economic activity resulting in lower levels of output," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflation",1,1,2 ], "employment, investment, trade, profits, and prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deflation",1,1,3 ], "the removal of loose rock material, sand, and dust by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflationary gap",1,1,1 ], "demand associated with full employment is less than aggregate supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deflationary gap",1,1,1 ], "the situation, characterized by persistent deflation, in which the aggregate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflect",1,1,1 ], "to turn or cause to turn aside from a course; swerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflection",1,1,1 ], "the act of deflecting or the state of being deflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflection",1,1,2 ], "the amount of deviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflection",1,1,3 ], "media with different refractive indexes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deflection",1,1,3 ], "the change in direction of a light beam as it crosses a boundary between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflection",1,1,4 ], "a deviation of the indicator of a measuring instrument from its zero position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflection",1,1,5 ], "the movement of a structure or structural member when subjected to a load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflexed",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves, petals, etc|) bent sharply outwards and downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflocculate",1,1,1 ], "to disperse, forming a colloid or suspension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflocculate",1,1,2 ], "to prevent flocculation of (a colloid or suspension)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defloration",1,1,1 ], "the act of deflowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflower",1,1,1 ], "intercourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deflower",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of virginity, esp| by rupturing the hymen through sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflower",1,1,2 ], "to despoil of beauty, innocence, etc|; mar; violate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deflower",1,1,3 ], "to rob or despoil of flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defoliant",1,1,1 ], "a chemical sprayed or dusted onto trees to cause their leaves to fall, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defoliant",1,1,1 ], "remove cover from an enemy in warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defoliate",1,1,1 ], "(di$:!f@@$ul$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defoliate",1,1,2 ], "plant) to shed its leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defoliate",1,1,2 ], "to deprive (a plant) of its leaves, as by the use of a herbicide, or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defoliate",1,2,1 ], "(di$:!f@@$ul$I$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defoliate",1,2,2 ], "(of a plant) having shed its leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deforce",1,1,1 ], "owner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deforce",1,1,1 ], "to withhold (property, esp| land) wrongfully or by force from the rightful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deforce",1,1,2 ], "to eject or keep forcibly from possession of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deforest" ,1, 1, 1],"to clear of trees",1). c_DEF([ "deforest" ,1, 2, 1],"deforester",1). c_DEF([ "deform",1,1,1 ], "to make or become misshapen or distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deform",1,2,1 ], "to mar the beauty of; disfigure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deform",1,3,1 ], "to subject or be subjected to a stress that causes a change of dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformation",1,1,1 ], "the act of deforming; distortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformation",1,1,2 ], "the result of deforming; a change in form, esp| for the worse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformation",1,1,3 ], "a change in the dimensions of an object resulting from a stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformed",1,1,1 ], "disfigured or misshapen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformed",1,1,2 ], "morally perverted; warped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformity",1,1,1 ], "a deformed condition; disfigurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformity",1,1,2 ], "an acquired or congenital distortion of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformity",1,1,3 ], "a deformed person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deformity",1,1,4 ], "a defect, esp| of the mind or morals; depravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defraud",1,1,1 ], "fraud cheat swindle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defraud",1,1,1 ], "to take away or withhold money, rights, property, etc|, from (a person) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defray",1,1,1 ], "to furnish or provide money for (costs, expenses, etc|) pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defrock",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a person in holy orders) of ecclesiastical status unfrock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defrost",1,1,1 ], "to make or become free of frost or ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defrost",1,1,2 ], "to thaw, esp| through removal from a refrigerator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defroster",1,1,1 ], "a device by which the de-icing process of a refrigerator is accelerated," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defroster",1,1,1 ], "usually by circulating the refrigerant without the expansion process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deft",1,1,1 ], "quick and neat in movement; nimble; dexterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defunct",1,1,1 ], "no longer living; dead or extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defunct",1,1,2 ], "no longer operative or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to resist (a powerful person, authority, etc|) openly and boldly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defy",1,1,2 ], "to elude, esp| in a baffling way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defy",1,1,3 ], "dare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "defy",1,1,3 ], "to challenge or provoke (someone to do something judged to be impossible);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "defy",1,1,4 ], "to invite to do battle or combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "def|",1,1,1 ], "defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "def|",1,1,2 ], "defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "def|",1,1,3 ], "defendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "def|",1,1,4 ], "deferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "def|",1,1,5 ], "definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "def|",1,1,6 ], "definition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degas",1,1,1 ], "to remove gas from (a container, vacuum tube, liquid, adsorbent, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degas",1,2,1 ], "to lose adsorbed or absorbed gas by desorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degauss",1,1,1 ], "opposing magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degauss",1,1,1 ], "to neutralize (the magnetic field of a ship's hull, etc|) by producing an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degauss",1,1,2 ], "another word for demagnetize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneracy",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of being degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneracy",1,1,2 ], "the process of becoming degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneracy",1,1,3 ], "freedom, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degeneracy",1,1,3 ], "the number of degenerate energy levels of a particular orbital, degree of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!d#f$en@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,2,1 ], "to become degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,2,2 ], "(of organisms or their parts) to become less specialized or functionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,2,2 ], "useless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,1 ], "(d$I!d#f$en@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,2 ], "debased; degraded; corrupt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,2 ], "having declined or deteriorated to a lower mental, moral, or physical level;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,2,1 ], "(of the constituents of a system)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,3 ], "having the same energy but different wave functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,3,2 ], "(of a semiconductor) containing a similar number of electrons in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,3,2 ], "conduction band to the number of electrons in the conduction band of metals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,3,3 ], "(of a resonant device) having two or more modes of equal frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,4 ], "(of a code) containing symbols that represent more than one letter, figure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,3,5 ], "(of a plant or animal) having undergone degeneration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,4,1 ], "(d$I!d#f$en@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerate",1,4,2 ], "a degenerate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,1 ], "the process of degenerating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,2 ], "the state of being degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,3 ], "parts, as in the development of vestigial organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,3 ], "the loss of specialization, function, or structure by organisms and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,3,1 ], "disease or injury, often leading to death (necrosis) of the involved part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,3,1 ], "impairment or loss of the function and structure of cells or tissues, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,3,2 ], "the resulting condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degeneration",1,1,4 ], "negative feedback of a signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degenerative joint disease",1,1,1 ], "another name for osteoarthritis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deglutinate",1,1,1 ], "to extract the gluten from (a cereal, esp| wheat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deglutition",1,1,1 ], "the act of swallowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradable",1,1,1 ], "(of waste products, packaging materials, etc|) capable of being decomposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradable",1,1,1 ], "chemically or biologically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degradable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being degraded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,1 ], "the act of degrading or the state of being degraded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,2 ], "a state of degeneration, squalor, or poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,3 ], "some act, constraint, etc|, that is degrading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,4 ], "the wearing down of the surface of rocks, cliffs, etc|, by erosion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,4 ], "weathering, or some other process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,5 ], "a breakdown of a molecule into atoms or smaller molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,6 ], "an irreversible process in which the energy available to do work is decreased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degradation",1,1,7 ], "the permanent unfrocking of a priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrade",1,1,1 ], "to reduce in worth, character, etc|; disgrace; dishonour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrade",1,1,2 ], "(di:!gre$Id)(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrade",1,1,3 ], "to reduce in rank, status, or degree; remove from office; demote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrade",1,2,1 ], "to reduce in strength, quality, intensity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrade",1,2,2 ], "of a river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degrade",1,2,2 ], "to reduce or be reduced by erosion or down-cutting, as a land surface or bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrade",1,2,3 ], "to decompose or be decomposed into atoms or smaller molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrading",1,1,1 ], "causing humiliation; debasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degrease",1,1,1 ], "to remove grease from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degree day",1,1,1 ], "a day on which university degrees are conferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degree of freedom",1,1,1 ], "one of the minimum number of parameters necessary to describe a state or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degree of freedom",1,1,1 ], "property of a system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degree of freedom",1,1,2 ], "one of the independent components of motion (translation, vibration, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degree of freedom",1,1,2 ], "rotation) of an atom or molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degree of freedom",1,1,3 ], "one of a number of intensive properties that can be independently varied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degree of freedom",1,1,3 ], "without changing the number of phases in a system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degree of freedom",1,1,4 ], "one of the independent unrestricted random variables constituting a statistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"itself",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"the highest power or the sum of the powers of any term in a polynomial or by",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 10],"a unit on any of several scales of measurement, as for alcohol content or",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 10],"specific gravity| Symbol: degrees ",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"the greatest power of the highest order derivative in a differential equation",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 11],"are of the fourth degree",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 12],"a step; rung",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 13],"a stage in social status or rank",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 14],"by degrees",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 15],"little by little; gradually",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 16],"to a degree",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 17],"somewhat; rather",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 18],"degrees of frost",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 1],"a stage in a scale of relative amount or intensity",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 2],"an academic award conferred by a university or college on successful",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 2],"completion of a course or as an honorary distinction (honorary degree)",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 3],"any of three categories of seriousness of a burn",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 4],"(in the U|S|) any of the categories into which a crime is divided according to",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 4],"its seriousness",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 5],"a step in a line of descent, used as a measure of the closeness of a blood",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 5],"relationship",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 6],"any of the forms of an adjective used to indicate relative amount or",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 6],"intensity: in English they are positive, comparative, and superlative",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 7],"any note of a diatonic scale relative to the other notes in that scale",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 8],"a unit of temperature on a specified scale",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"a unit of latitude or longitude, divided into 60 minutes, used to define",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"points on the earth's surface or on the celestial sphere",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"'",2). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"a point or line defined by units of latitude and/or longitude| Symbol: degrees",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 9],"a measure of angle equal to one three-hundred-and-sixtieth of the angle traced",1). c_DEF([ "degree" ,1, 1, 9],"by one complete revolution of a line about one of its ends| Symbol: degrees ",2). c_DEF([ "degree-day",1,1,1 ], "a unit used in estimating fuel requirements in heating buildings| It is equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degree-day",1,1,1 ], "taken as 18 degrees C) for one day" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "degree-day",1,1,1 ], "to a fall of temperature of 1 degree below the mean outside temperature (usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "degression",1,1,1 ], "a decrease by stages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degression",1,1,2 ], "a gradual decrease in the tax rate on amounts below a specified sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "degust",1,1,1 ], "to taste, esp| with care or relish; savour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deg|",1,1,1 ], "degree (of temperature)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehisce",1,1,1 ], "(of fruits, anthers, etc|) to burst open spontaneously, releasing seeds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehisce",1,1,1 ], "pollen, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dehiscent",1,1,1 ], "(of fruits, anthers, etc|) opening spontaneously to release seeds or pollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehorn",1,1,1 ], "to remove or prevent the growth of the horns of (cattle, sheep, or goats)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehorn",1,1,2 ], "to cut back (the larger limbs of a tree) drastically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehumanize",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of human qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehumanize",1,1,2 ], "to render mechanical, artificial, or routine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehumidifier",1,1,1 ], "a device for reducing the moisture content of atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehumidify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove water from (something, esp| the air)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehydrate",1,1,1 ], "to lose or cause to lose water; make or become anhydrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehydrate",1,1,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose hydrogen atoms and oxygen atoms in the proportions in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehydrate",1,1,2 ], "which they occur in water, as in a chemical reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dehydrate",1,1,3 ], "to lose or deprive of water, as the body or tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehydrogenase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme, such as any of the respiratory enzymes, that activates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehydrogenase",1,1,1 ], "oxidation-reduction reactions by transferring hydrogen from substrate to acceptor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dehydrogenate" ,1, 1, 1],"dehydrogenize, or dehydrogenise (di$:!ha$Idr@#f@a$Iz) vb",1). c_DEF([ "dehydrogenate" ,1, 2, 1],"to remove hydrogen from",1). c_DEF([ "dehydroretinol",1,1,1 ], "another name for vitamin A2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dehypnotize",1,1,1 ], "to bring out of the hypnotic state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deicide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deicide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deictic",1,1,1 ], "proving by direct argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deictic",1,1,1,1 ], "context of its utterance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deictic",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting a word, such as here or I, whose reference is determined by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deictic",1,1,1,2 ], "the word here is a deictic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deific",1,1,1 ], "making divine or exalting to the position of a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deific",1,1,2 ], "divine or godlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deification",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of exalting to the position of a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deification",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being deified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deiform",1,1,1 ], "having the form or appearance of a god; sacred or divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to exalt to the position of a god or personify as a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deify",1,1,2 ], "to accord divine honour or worship to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deify",1,1,3 ], "to exalt in an extreme way; idealize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deign",1,1,1 ], "to think it fit or worthy of oneself (to do something); condescend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deign",1,1,2 ], "to vouchsafe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deil",1,1,1 ], "a devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deil",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deipnosophist",1,1,1 ], "a person who is a master of dinner-table conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deism",1,1,1 ], "belief in the existence of God based solely on natural reason, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deism",1,1,1 ], "reference to revelation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deity",1,1,1 ], "a god or goddess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deity",1,1,2 ], "the state of being divine; godhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deity",1,1,3 ], "the rank, status, or position of a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deity",1,1,4 ], "the nature or character of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deixis",1,1,1 ], "the use or reference of a deictic word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deject",1,1,1 ], "to have a depressing effect on; dispirit; dishearten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deject",1,2,1 ], "downcast; dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dejecta",1,1,1 ], "waste products excreted through the anus; faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dejected",1,1,1 ], "miserable; despondent; downhearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dejection",1,1,1 ], "lowness of spirits; depression; melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dejection",1,1,1,1 ], "faecal matter evacuated from the bowels; excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dejection",1,1,1,2 ], "the act of defecating; defecation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deka-",1,1,1 ], "variants of deca-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dekko",1,1,1 ], "a look; glance; view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "del credere agent",1,1,1 ], "an agent who, in addition to obtaining orders, guarantees that the buyer will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "del credere agent",1,1,1 ], "pay for the goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delaine",1,1,1 ], "a sheer wool or wool and cotton fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delaminate",1,1,1 ], "to divide or cause to divide into thin layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delate",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) to bring a charge against; denounce; impeach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delate",1,1,2 ], "to report (an offence, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delate",1,1,3 ], "to make known or public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delay line",1,1,1 ], "a device in which a known delay time is introduced in the transmission of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delay line",1,1,1 ], "or solid medium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "delay line",1,1,1 ], "signal| An acoustic delay line delays a sound wave by circulating it through a liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delay",1,1,1 ], "to put off to a later time; defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delay",1,2,1 ], "to slow up, hinder, or cause to be late; detain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delay",1,3,1 ], "to be irresolute or put off doing something; procrastinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delay",1,4,1 ], "to linger; dawdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delay",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of delaying or being delayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delay",1,5,2 ], "the interval between one event and another; lull; interlude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delayed action",1,1,1 ], "a device for operating a mechanism, such as a camera shutter, a short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delayed action",1,1,1 ], "after setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delayed drop",1,1,1 ], "a parachute descent with the opening of the parachute delayed, usually for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delayed drop",1,1,1 ], "predetermined period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delayed neutron",1,1,1 ], "a neutron produced in a nuclear reactor by the breakdown of a fission product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delayed neutron",1,1,1 ], "and released a short time after neutrons produced in the primary process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delaying action",1,1,1 ], "a measure or measures taken to gain time, as when weaker military forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delaying action",1,1,1 ], "harass the advance of a superior enemy without coming to a pitched battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dele" ,1, 1, 1],"a sign () indicating that typeset matter is to be deleted",1). c_DEF([ "dele" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to mark (matter to be deleted) with a dele",1). c_DEF([ "delectable",1,1,1 ], "highly enjoyable, esp| pleasing to the taste; delightful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delectation",1,1,1 ], "pleasure; enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegacy",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for delegation 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegacy",1,1,1,1 ], "an elected standing committee at some British universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegacy",1,1,1,2 ], "a department or institute of a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,1,1 ], "a conference or meeting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,1,1 ], "a person chosen or elected to act for or represent another or others, esp| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,1,2 ], "a representative of a territory in the U|S| House of Representatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,2,1 ], "representative; depute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,2,1 ], "to give or commit (duties, powers, etc|) to another as agent or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,3,1 ], "to send, authorize, or elect (a person) as agent or representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,4,1 ], "substitution for oneself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delegate",1,4,1 ], "to assign (a person owing a debt to oneself) to one's creditor in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegation",1,1,1 ], "a person or group chosen to represent another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegation",1,1,2 ], "the act of delegating or state of being delegated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delegation",1,1,3 ], "all the members of Congress from one state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delete",1,1,1 ], "to remove (something printed or written) erase cancel strike out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deleterious",1,1,1 ], "harmful; injurious; hurtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deletion",1,1,1 ], "the act of deleting or fact of being deleted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deletion",1,1,2 ], "a deleted passage, word, etc|, in a piece of text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deletion",1,1,3 ], "the loss or absence of a section of a chromosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deli",1,1,1 ], "and Austral| an informal word for delicatessen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberate",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!l$Ib@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberate",1,1,2 ], "carefully thought out in advance; planned; studied; intentional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberate",1,1,3 ], "careful or unhurried in speech or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberate",1,2,1 ], "(d$I!l$Ib@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberate",1,2,2 ], "to consider (something) deeply; ponder; think over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberation",1,1,1 ], "thoughtful, careful, or lengthy consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberation",1,1,2 ], "formal discussion and debate, as of a committee, jury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberation",1,1,3 ], "care, thoughtfulness, or absence of hurry, esp| in movement or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberative",1,1,1 ], "involved in, organized for, or having the function of deliberating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliberative",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or resulting from deliberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,1 ], "fine or subtle quality, character, construction, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,2 ], "fragile, soft, or graceful beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,3 ], "something that is considered choice to eat, such as caviar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,4 ], "fragile construction or constitution; frailty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,5 ], "refinement of feeling, manner, or appreciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,6 ], "fussy or squeamish refinement, esp| in matters of taste, propriety, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,7 ], "need for tactful or sensitive handling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,8 ], "accuracy or sensitivity of response or operation, as of an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicacy",1,1,9 ], "gratification, luxury, or voluptuousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,1 ], "exquisite, fine, or subtle in quality, character, construction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,2 ], "having a soft or fragile beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,3 ], "(of colour, tone, taste, etc|) pleasantly subtle, soft, or faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,4 ], "easily damaged or injured; lacking robustness, esp| in health; fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,5 ], "precise, skilled, or sensitive in action or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,6 ], "requiring tact and diplomacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,7 ], "sensitive in feeling or manner; showing regard for the feelings of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,1,8 ], "excessively refined; squeamish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicate",1,2,1 ], "a delicacy; dainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicatessen",1,1,1 ], "various foods, esp| unusual or imported foods, already cooked or prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicatessen",1,1,2 ], "a shop selling these foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicious",1,1,1 ], "very appealing to the senses, esp| to the taste or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delicious",1,1,2 ], "extremely enjoyable or entertaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delict",1,1,1 ], "a wrongful act for which the person injured has the right to a civil remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delict",1,1,2 ], "a civil wrong redressable by compensation or punitive damages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delight",1,1,1 ], "to please greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delight",1,2,1 ], "to take great pleasure (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delight",1,3,1 ], "extreme pleasure or satisfaction; joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delight",1,3,2 ], "something that causes this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delighted",1,1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by an infinitive) extremely pleased (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delighted",1,1,1,2 ], "I should be delighted to!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delightful",1,1,1 ], "giving great delight; very pleasing, beautiful, charming, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delimit",1,1,1 ], "to mark or prescribe the limits or boundaries of demarcate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delineate",1,1,1 ], "to trace the shape or outline of; sketch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delineate",1,1,2 ], "to represent pictorially, as by making a chart or diagram; depict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delineate",1,1,3 ], "to portray in words, esp| with detail and precision; describe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delineator",1,1,1 ], "a tailor's pattern, adjustable for different sizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delinquency",1,1,1 ], "an offence or misdeed, usually of a minor nature, esp| one committed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delinquency",1,1,1 ], "young person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delinquency",1,1,2 ], "failure or negligence in duty or obligation; dereliction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delinquency",1,1,3 ], "a delinquent nature or delinquent behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delinquent",1,1,1 ], "someone, esp| a young person, guilty of delinquency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delinquent",1,1,2 ], "a person who fails in an obligation or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delinquent",1,2,1 ], "guilty of an offence or misdeed, esp| one of a minor nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delinquent",1,2,2 ], "failing in or neglectful of duty or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliquesce",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of certain salts) to dissolve gradually in water absorbed from the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliquesce",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant stem) to form many branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliquescence",1,1,1 ], "the process of deliquescing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliquescence",1,1,2 ], "a solution formed when a solid or liquid deliquesces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delirious",1,1,1 ], "affected with delirium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delirious",1,1,2 ], "wildly excited, esp| with joy or enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delirium tremens",1,1,1 ], "a severe psychotic condition occurring in some persons with chronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delirium tremens",1,1,1 ], "alcoholism, characterized by delirium, tremor, anxiety, and vivid hallucinations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delirium",1,1,1 ], "a state of excitement and mental confusion, often accompanied by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delirium",1,1,1 ], "hallucinations, caused by high fever, poisoning, brain injury, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delirium",1,1,2 ], "violent excitement or emotion; frenzy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delitescence",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delitescence",1,1,1 ], "the sudden disappearance of a lesion or of the signs and symptoms of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,1 ], "mail, etc|) to several places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,1 ], "to carry (goods, etc|) to a destination, esp| to carry and distribute (goods," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,10 ], "deliver oneself of| to speak with deliberation or at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,11 ], "deliver the goods| Informal| to produce or perform something promised or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,11 ], "expected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by over or up) to hand over, transfer, or surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by from) to release or rescue (from captivity, harm, corruption," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,3 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,3,1 ], "to aid in the birth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,4 ], "(offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,4,2 ], "to give birth to (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,4,3 ], "(usually foll| by of) to aid or assist (a female) in the birth (of offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,4,4 ], "to give birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,5 ], "(to offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,6 ], "to utter or present (a speech, oration, idea, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,7 ], "to utter (an exclamation, noise, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,8 ], "to discharge or release (something, such as a blow or shot) suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,9 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deliver",1,1,9 ], "to cause (voters, constituencies, etc|) to support a given candidate, cause," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliverance",1,1,1 ], "a formal pronouncement or expression of opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliverance",1,1,2 ], "rescue from moral corruption or evil; salvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deliverance",1,1,3 ], "another word for delivery 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery van",1,1,1 ], "a small van used esp| for delivery rounds| U|S| name: panel truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of delivering or distributing goods, mail, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,1,2 ], "something that is delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,2 ], "the act of giving birth to a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,3 ], "manner or style of utterance, esp| in public speaking or recitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,4 ], "the act of giving or transferring or the state of being given or transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,5 ], "the act of rescuing or state of being rescued; liberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,5,1 ], "the act or manner of bowling or throwing a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,5,2 ], "the ball so delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,6 ], "an actual or symbolic handing over of property, a deed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delivery",1,1,7 ], "the discharge rate of a compressor or pump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dell",1,1,1 ], "a small, esp| wooded hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delocalize",1,1,1 ], "to remove from the usual locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delocalize",1,1,2 ], "to free from local influences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delouse",1,1,1 ], "to rid (a person or animal) of lice as a sanitary measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delphinium",1,1,1 ], "any ranunculaceous plant of the genus Delphinium: many varieties are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delphinium",1,1,1 ], "cultivated as garden plants for their spikes of blue, pink, or white spurred flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delta connection",1,1,1 ], "a connection used in a three-phase electrical system in which three elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta connection",1,1,1 ], "in series form a triangle, the supply being input and output at the three" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delta connection",1,1,1 ], "junctions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "delta iron",1,1,1 ], "an allotrope of iron that exists between 1400 degrees C and the melting point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta iron",1,1,1 ], "of iron and has the same structure as alpha iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delta ray",1,1,1 ], "a particle, esp| an electron, ejected from matter by ionizing radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta rhythm",1,1,1 ], "occurring at a frequency of 1 to 4 hertz and detectable with an electroencephalograph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delta rhythm",1,1,1 ], "the normal electrical activity of the cerebral cortex during deep sleep," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta wing",1,1,1 ], "a triangular swept-back aircraft wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta",1,1,1 ], "the fourth letter in the Greek alphabet (#GD or #Gd), a consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delta",1,1,2 ], "an object resembling a capital delta in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta",1,1,3 ], "the flat alluvial area at the mouth of some rivers where the mainstream splits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delta",1,1,3 ], "up into several distributaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delta",1,1,4 ], "a finite increment in a variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deltiology",1,1,1 ], "the collection and study of picture postcards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deltoid",1,1,1 ], "and acting to raise the arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deltoid",1,1,1 ], "the thick muscle forming the rounded contour of the outer edge of the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delude",1,1,1 ], "to deceive the mind or judgment of; mislead; beguile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delude",1,1,2 ], "to frustrate (hopes, expectations, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deluge",1,1,1 ], "a great flood of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deluge",1,1,2 ], "torrential rain; downpour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deluge",1,1,3 ], "an overwhelming rush or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deluge",1,2,1 ], "to flood, as with water; soak, swamp, or drown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deluge",1,2,2 ], "to overwhelm or overrun; inundate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delusion",1,1,1 ], "a mistaken or misleading opinion, idea, belief, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delusion",1,1,2 ], "a belief held in the face of evidence to the contrary, that is resistant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delusion",1,1,2 ], "all reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "delusion",1,1,3 ], "the act of deluding or state of being deluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delve",1,1,1 ], "to inquire or research deeply or intensively (for information, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delve",1,1,2 ], "to search or rummage (in a drawer, the pockets, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delve",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of an animal) to dig or burrow deeply (into the ground, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delve",1,1,4 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "delve",1,1,5 ], "to dig or turn up (earth, a garden, etc|), as with a spade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "del|",1,1,1 ], "delegate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demagnetize" ,1, 1, 1],"to remove or lose magnetic properties",1). c_DEF([ "demagnetize" ,1, 2, 1],"demagnetizer or demagnetiser",1). c_DEF([ "demagogic" ,1, 1, 1],"(d$em@@!g$Ag$Ik) or demagogicaladj",1). c_DEF([ "demagogic" ,1, 1, 2],"of, characteristic of, relating to, or resembling a demagogue",1). c_DEF([ "demagogue" ,1, 1, 1],"a political agitator who appeals with crude oratory to the prejudice and",1). c_DEF([ "demagogue" ,1, 1, 1],"passions of the mob",2). c_DEF([ "demagogue" ,1, 1, 2],"(esp| in the ancient world) any popular political leader or orator",1). c_DEF([ "demagoguery",1,1,1 ], "the methods, practices, or rhetoric of a demagogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demagogy",1,1,1 ], "demagoguery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demagogy",1,1,2 ], "rule by a demagogue or by demagogues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demagogy",1,1,3 ], "a group of demagogues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand bill",1,1,1 ], "a bill of exchange that is payable on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand deposit",1,1,1 ], "a bank deposit from which withdrawals may be made without notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand loan",1,1,1 ], "another name for call loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand note",1,1,1 ], "a promissory note payable on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,1,1 ], "to request peremptorily or urgently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,1,2 ], "to require or need as just, urgent, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,1,3 ], "to claim as a right; exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,1,4 ], "to make a formal legal claim to (property, esp| realty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,1 ], "an urgent or peremptory requirement or request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,2 ], "something that requires special effort or sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,3 ], "the act of demanding something or the thing demanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,4 ], "an insistent question or query" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,4,1 ], "willingness and ability to purchase goods and services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,4,2 ], "specified price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,4,2 ], "the amount of a commodity that consumers are willing and able to purchase at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,5 ], "a formal legal claim, esp| to real property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,6 ], "in demand| sought after; popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demand",1,2,7 ], "on demand| as soon as requested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demandant",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the plaintiff in an action relating to real property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demanding",1,1,1 ], "requiring great patience, skill, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demantoid",1,1,1 ], "a bright green variety of andradite garnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demarcate",1,1,1 ], "to mark, fix, or draw the boundaries, limits, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demarcate",1,1,2 ], "to separate or distinguish between (areas with unclear boundaries)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demarcation",1,1,1 ], "the act of establishing limits or boundaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demarcation",1,1,2 ], "a limit or boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demarcation",1,1,2,1 ], "a strict separation of the kinds of work performed by members of different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demarcation",1,1,2,1 ], "trade unions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demarcation",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demarcation",1,1,3 ], "separation or distinction (often in the phrase line of demarcation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dematerialize",1,1,1 ], "to cease to have material existence, as in science fiction or spiritualism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dematerialize",1,1,2 ], "to disappear without trace; vanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deme",1,1,1,1 ], "(in preclassical Greece)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deme",1,1,2 ], "the territory inhabited by a tribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deme",1,1,2,2 ], "(in ancient Attica) a geographical unit of local government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deme",1,1,3 ], "a group of individuals within a species that possess particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deme",1,1,3 ], "characteristics of cytology, genetics, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demean",1,1,1 ], "to lower (oneself) in dignity, status, or character humble debase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demean",2,1,1 ], "to behave or conduct (oneself) in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demeanour",1,1,1 ], "the way a person behaves towards others; conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demeanour",1,1,2 ], "bearing, appearance, or mien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dement",1,1,1 ], "to drive mad; make insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demented",1,1,1 ], "mad; insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dementia praecox",1,1,1 ], "schizophrenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dementia",1,1,1 ], "a state of serious emotional and mental deterioration, of organic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dementia",1,1,1 ], "functional origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demerara",1,1,1 ], "brown crystallized cane sugar from the West Indies and nearby countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demerara",1,1,2 ], "a highly flavoured rum used mainly for blending purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demerit",1,1,1 ], "something, esp| conduct, that deserves censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demerit",1,1,2 ], "a mark given against a person for failure or misconduct, esp| in schools or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demerit",1,1,2 ], "the armed forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demerit",1,1,3 ], "a fault or disadvantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demersal",1,1,1 ], "living or occurring in deep water or on the bottom of a sea or lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demesne",1,1,1 ], "land, esp| surrounding a house or manor, retained by the owner for his own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demesne",1,1,1 ], "use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demesne",1,1,2 ], "the possession and use of one's own property or land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demesne",1,1,3 ], "the territory ruled by a state or a sovereign; realm; domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demesne",1,1,4 ], "a region or district; domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demi-",1,1,1 ], "half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demi-",1,1,2 ], "of less than full size, status, or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demi-pension",1,1,1 ], "another name for half board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demibastion",1,1,1 ], "half a bastion, having only one flank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demicanton",1,1,1 ], "either of the two parts of certain Swiss cantons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demigod",1,1,1,1 ], "a mythological being who is part mortal, part god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demigod",1,1,1,2 ], "a lesser deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demigod",1,1,2 ], "a person with outstanding or godlike attributes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demijohn",1,1,1 ], "a large bottle with a short narrow neck, often with small handles at the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demijohn",1,1,1 ], "and encased in wickerwork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demilitarize",1,1,1 ], "to remove and prohibit any military presence or function in (an area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demilitarize",1,1,2 ], "to free of military character, purpose, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demilune",1,1,1 ], "an outwork in front of a fort, shaped like a crescent moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demilune",1,1,2 ], "a crescent-shaped object or formation; half-moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demimondaine",1,1,1 ], "a woman of the demimonde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demimonde",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the 19th century) those women considered to be outside respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demimonde",1,1,1 ], "society, esp| on account of sexual promiscuity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demimonde",1,1,2 ], "any social group considered to be not wholly respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demineralize",1,1,1 ], "to remove dissolved salts from (a liquid, esp| water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demirelief",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for mezzo-rilievo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demirep",1,1,1 ], "a woman of bad repute, esp| a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,1,1 ], "failure or termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,1,2 ], "a euphemistic or formal word for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,1,2,1 ], "a transfer of an estate by lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,1,2,2 ], "the passing or transfer of an estate on the death of the owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,1,3 ], "abdication, etc|, of a ruler (esp| in the phrase demise of the crown)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,1,3 ], "the immediate transfer of sovereignty to a successor upon the death," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,2,1 ], "to transfer or be transferred by inheritance, will, or succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,3,1 ], "to transfer (an estate, etc|) for a limited period; lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,4,1 ], "etc|, of a ruler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demise",1,4,1 ], "to transfer (sovereignty, a title, etc|) by or as if by the death, deposition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demisemiquaver",1,1,1 ], "a note having the time value of one thirty-second of a semibreve| Usual U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demisemiquaver",1,1,1 ], "name: thirty-second note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demission",1,1,1 ], "relinquishment of or abdication from an office, responsibility, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demist",1,1,1 ], "heater and/or blower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demist",1,1,1 ], "to free or become free of condensation through evaporation produced by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demit",1,1,1 ], "to resign (an office, position, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demit",1,2,1 ], "to dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demitasse",1,1,1 ], "a small cup for serving black coffee, as after dinner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demitasse",1,1,2 ], "the coffee itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demiurge",1,1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Plato)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demiurge",1,1,2 ], "the creator of the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demiurge",1,1,2,2 ], "(in Gnostic and some other philosophies) the creator of the universe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demiurge",1,1,2,2 ], "supernatural but subordinate to the Supreme Being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demiurge",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Greece) a magistrate with varying powers found in any of several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demiurge",1,1,3 ], "states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demivierge",1,1,1 ], "a woman who engages in promiscuous sexual activity but retains her virginity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demivolt",1,1,1 ], "a half turn on the hind legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demo",1,1,1 ], "short for demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating people or population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demob",1,2,0,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demob",1,2,1 ], "a soldier who has been demobilized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demobilize",1,1,1 ], "to disband, as troops, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democracy",1,1,1 ], "government by the people or their elected representatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democracy",1,1,2 ], "control of any organization by its members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democracy",1,1,3 ], "a political or social unit governed ultimately by all its members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democracy",1,1,4 ], "the practice or spirit of social equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democracy",1,1,5 ], "a social condition of classlessness and equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democracy",1,1,6 ], "the common people, esp| as a political force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democrat",1,1,1 ], "an advocate of democracy; adherent of democratic principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democrat",1,1,2 ], "a member or supporter of a democratic party or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democratic",1,1,1 ], "democracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "democratic",1,1,1 ], "of, characterized by, derived from, or relating to the principles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democratic",1,1,2 ], "upholding or favouring democracy or the interests of the common people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democratic",1,1,3 ], "popular with or for the benefit of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "democratize",1,1,1 ], "to make democratic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demodulate",1,1,1 ], "to carry out demodulation on (a wave or signal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demodulation",1,1,1 ], "characteristics of the original modulating wave or signal; the reverse of modulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demodulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process by which an output wave or signal is obtained having the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demography",1,1,1 ], "the science of population statistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoiselle",1,1,1 ], "a small crane, Anthropoides virgo, of central Asia, N Africa, and SE Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoiselle",1,1,1 ], "having grey plumage with long black breast feathers and white ear tufts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demoiselle",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for a damselfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoiselle",1,1,3 ], "another name for damselfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoiselle",1,1,4 ], "a literary word for damsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolish",1,1,1 ], "to tear down or break up (buildings, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolish",1,1,2 ], "to destroy; put an end to (an argument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolish",1,1,3 ], "to eat up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolition",1,1,1 ], "the act of demolishing or state of being demolished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolition",1,1,1,1 ], "destruction by explosives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolition",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolitions",1,1,1,1 ], "explosives, as when used to blow up bridges, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demolitions",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,1 ], "an evil spirit or devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,2 ], "a person, habit, obsession, etc|, thought of as evil, cruel, or persistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,2 ], "tormenting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,3 ], "an attendant or ministering spirit; genius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,3,1 ], "a person who is extremely skilful in, energetic at, or devoted to a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,3,1 ], "activity, esp| a sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,4 ], "a variant spelling of daemon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demon",1,1,5 ], "a detective or policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonetize",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a metal) of its capacity as a monetary standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonetize",1,1,2 ], "to withdraw from use as currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoniac",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or suggestive of a demon; demonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoniac",1,1,2 ], "suggesting inner possession or inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoniac",1,1,3 ], "frantic; frenzied; feverish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoniac",1,2,1 ], "a person possessed by an evil spirit or demon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a demon; fiendish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonic",1,1,2 ], "inspired or possessed by a demon, or seemingly so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonism",1,1,1,1 ], "belief in the existence and power of demons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonism",1,1,1,2 ], "worship of demons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonism",1,1,2 ], "another word for demonology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonize",1,1,1 ], "to make into or like a demon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonize",1,1,2 ], "to subject to demonic influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonolater",1,1,1 ], "a person who worships demons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonolatry",1,1,1 ], "the worship of demons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonology",1,1,1 ], "the study of demons or demonic beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrable",1,1,1 ], "able to be demonstrated or proved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrate",1,1,1 ], "to show, manifest, or prove, esp| by reasoning, evidence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrate",1,2,1 ], "to explain or illustrate by experiment, example, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrate",1,3,1 ], "to display, operate, and explain the workings of (a machine, product, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrate",1,4,1 ], "to manifest support, protest, etc|, by public parades or rallies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrate",1,5,1 ], "to be employed as a demonstrator of machinery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrate",1,6,1 ], "to make a show of force, esp| in order to deceive one's enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,1 ], "the act of demonstrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,2 ], "proof or evidence leading to proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,2,1 ], "an explanation, display, illustration, or experiment showing how something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,2,1 ], "works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,3 ], "a manifestation of grievances, support, or protest by public rallies, parades," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,4 ], "a manifestation of emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,5 ], "a show of military force or preparedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,6 ], "a logical presentation of the assumptions and equations used in solving a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstration",1,1,6 ], "problem or proving a theorem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrative",1,1,1 ], "tending to manifest or express one's feelings easily or unreservedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrative",1,2,1 ], "serving as proof; indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrative",1,2,2 ], "involving or characterized by demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrative",1,2,3 ], "conclusive; indubitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrative",1,2,4 ], "denoting or belonging to a class of determiners used to point out the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrative",1,2,4 ], "individual referent or referents intended, such as this, that, these, and those" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrative",1,3,1 ], "a demonstrative word or construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrator",1,1,1 ], "a person who demonstrates equipment, machines, products, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demonstrator",1,1,2 ], "a person who takes part in a public demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoralize",1,1,1 ], "to undermine the morale of; dishearten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoralize",1,1,2 ], "to debase morally; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demoralize",1,1,3 ], "to throw into confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demos",1,1,1 ], "the people of a nation regarded as a political unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demos",1,1,2 ], "the common people; masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demote",1,1,1 ], "to lower in rank or position relegate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demotic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the common people; popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demotic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a simplified form of hieroglyphics used in ancient Egypt by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demotic",1,1,2 ], "the ordinary literate class outside the priesthood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demotic",1,2,1 ], "the demotic script of ancient Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demount",1,1,1 ], "to remove (a motor, gun, etc|) from its mounting or setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dempster",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of deemster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demulcent",1,1,1 ], "soothing; mollifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demulcent",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that soothes the irritation of inflamed or injured skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demulcent",1,2,1 ], "surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demulsify",1,1,1 ], "broken down into its constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demulsify",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which an emulsion is permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demur" ,1, 1, 1],"(intr|) to raise objections or show reluctance; object",1). c_DEF([ "demur" ,1, 1, 2],"to raise an objection by entering a demurrer",1). c_DEF([ "demur" ,1, 1, 3],"to hesitate; delay",1). c_DEF([ "demur" ,1, 2, 1],"the act of demurring",1). c_DEF([ "demur" ,1, 2, 2],"an objection raised",1). c_DEF([ "demur" ,1, 2, 3],"hesitation",1). c_DEF([ "demure",1,1,1 ], "sedate; decorous; reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demure",1,1,2 ], "affectedly modest or prim; coy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demurrage",1,1,1 ], "failure to load, unload, etc|, before the time of scheduled departure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demurrage",1,1,1 ], "the delaying of a ship, railway wagon, etc|, caused by the charterer's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demurrage",1,1,2 ], "the extra charge required as compensation for such delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demurrage",1,1,3 ], "a fee charged by the Bank of England for changing bullion into notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demurrer",1,1,1 ], "a pleading that admits an opponent's point but denies that it is a relevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demurrer",1,1,1 ], "or valid argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demurrer",1,1,2 ], "any objection raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demy",1,1,1,1 ], "a size of printing paper, 17 by 22 inches (444|5 X 571|5 mm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demy",1,1,1,2 ], "a size of writing paper, 15 by 20 inches (Brit|)(393|7 X 571|5 mm) or 16 by 21" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demy",1,1,1,2 ], "inches (U|S|)(406|4 X 533|4 mm)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demy",1,1,2 ], "by 8 inches (demy quarto)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demy",1,1,2 ], "either one of two book sizes, 8by 5 inches (demy octavo) or (chiefly Brit|) 11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demystify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove the mystery from; make clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demythologize",1,1,1 ], "so as to arrive at an essential meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "demythologize",1,1,1 ], "to eliminate all mythical elements from (a piece of writing, esp| the Bible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "demythologize",1,1,2 ], "to restate (a message, esp| a religious one) in rational terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 1, 1],"the habitat or retreat of a lion or similar wild animal; lair",1). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 1, 2],"a small or secluded room in a home, often used for carrying on a hobby",1). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 1, 3],"a squalid or wretched room or retreat",1). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 1, 4],"a site or haunt",1). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 1, 5],"a small wooded valley; dingle",1). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 1, 6],"and northern Brit| dialect",1). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 1, 7],"a place of sanctuary in certain catching games; home or base",1). c_DEF([ "den" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to live in or as if in a den",1). c_DEF([ "denarius",1,1,1 ], "a silver coin of ancient Rome, often called a penny in translation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denarius",1,1,2 ], "a gold coin worth 25 silver denarii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denary",1,1,1 ], "calculated by tens; based on ten; decimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denary",1,1,2 ], "containing ten parts; tenfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denationalize",1,1,1 ], "to return or transfer (an industry, etc|) from public to private ownership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denationalize",1,1,2 ], "nationality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denationalize",1,1,2 ], "to deprive (an individual, people, institution, etc|) of national character or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denaturalize",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of nationality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denaturalize",1,1,2 ], "to make unnatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denature",1,1,1 ], "to change the nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denature",1,1,2 ], "acid or heat, to cause loss of solubility, biological activity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denature",1,1,2 ], "to change (a protein) by chemical or physical means, such as the action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denature",1,1,3 ], "nauseous substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denature",1,1,3 ], "to render (ethyl alcohol) unfit for drinking by adding methanol or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denature",1,1,4 ], "an isotope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denature",1,1,4 ], "to render (fissile material) unfit for use in nuclear weapons by addition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denazify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to free or declare (people, institutions, etc|) freed from Nazi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denazify",1,1,1 ], "influence or ideology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dendriform",1,1,1 ], "branching or treelike in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendrite",1,1,1 ], "any of the short branched threadlike extensions of a nerve cell, which conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendrite",1,1,1 ], "impulses towards the cell body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dendrite",1,1,2 ], "a branching mosslike crystalline structure in some rocks and minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendrite",1,1,3 ], "a crystal that has branched during growth and has a treelike form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendro-",1,1,1 ], "tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendrochronology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the annual rings of trees, used esp| to date past events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendroid",1,1,1 ], "freely branching; arborescent; treelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendroid",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of tree ferns) having a tall trunklike stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dendrology" ,1, 1, 1],"shrubs",2). c_DEF([ "dendrology" ,1, 1, 1],"the branch of botany that is concerned with the natural history of trees and",1). c_DEF([ "dene",1,1,1 ], "a valley, esp| one that is narrow and wooded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dene",2,1,1 ], "a sandy stretch of land or dune near the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denegation",1,1,1 ], "a denial, contradiction, or refusal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dengue",1,1,1 ], "an acute viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, characterized by headache," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dengue",1,1,1 ], "fever, pains in the joints, and skin rash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deniable",1,1,1 ], "able to be denied; questionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denial",1,1,1 ], "a refusal to agree or comply with a statement; contradiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denial",1,1,2 ], "the rejection of the truth of a proposition, doctrine, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denial",1,1,3 ], "a negative reply; rejection of a request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denial",1,1,4 ], "a refusal to acknowledge; renunciation; disavowal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denial",1,1,5 ], "a psychological process in which painful truths are forced out of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denial",1,1,5 ], "individual's consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denial",1,1,6 ], "abstinence; self-denial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denier",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight used to measure the fineness of silk and man-made fibres," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denier",1,1,1 ], "esp| when woven into women's tights, etc| It is equal to 1 gram per 9000 metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denier",1,1,2 ], "(d@@!nje$I, -!n$I@@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denier",1,1,3 ], "any of several former European coins of various denominations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denier",2,1,1 ], "a person who denies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denigrate",1,1,1 ], "to belittle or disparage the character of; defame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denigrate",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for blacken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denim",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard-wearing twill-weave cotton fabric used for trousers, work clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denim",1,1,1,1 ], "a similar lighter fabric used in upholstery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denim",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denims",1,1,1 ], "jeans or overalls made of denim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denitrate",1,1,1 ], "nitrate group, nitrogen dioxide, or nitric acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denitrate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which a compound loses a nitro or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denitrify",1,1,1 ], "nitrogen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denitrify",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo loss or removal of nitrogen compounds or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denizen",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant; occupant; resident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denizen",1,1,2 ], "an individual permanently resident in a foreign country where he enjoys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denizen",1,1,2 ], "certain rights of citizenship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denizen",1,1,3 ], "a plant or animal established in a place to which it is not native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denizen",1,1,4 ], "a naturalized foreign word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denizen",1,2,1 ], "to make a denizen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominate",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!n$Am$I~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominate",1,2,1 ], "to give a specific name to; designate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominate",1,3,1 ], "(d$I!n$Am$I~n$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominate",1,3,2 ], "(of a number) representing a multiple of a unit of measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denomination",1,1,1 ], "a group having a distinctive interpretation of a religious faith and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denomination",1,1,1 ], "its own organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denomination",1,1,2 ], "a grade or unit in a series of designations of value, weight, measure, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denomination",1,1,3 ], "a name given to a class or group; classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denomination",1,1,4 ], "the act of giving a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denomination",1,1,5 ], "a name; designation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominationalism",1,1,1 ], "adherence to particular principles, esp| to the tenets of a religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominationalism",1,1,1 ], "denomination; sectarianism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denominationalism",1,1,2 ], "the tendency to divide or cause to divide into sects or denominations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominationalism",1,1,3 ], "division into denominations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominative",1,1,1 ], "giving or constituting a name; naming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominative",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a word other than a noun)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominative",1,1,2 ], "formed from or having the same form as a noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominative",1,1,2,2 ], "(as n|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominator",1,1,1 ], "the divisor of a fraction, as 8 in " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denominator",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that denominates or designates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denom|",1,1,1 ], "(religious) denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denotation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of denoting; indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denotation",1,1,2 ], "a sign, term, symbol, etc|, that denotes; name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denotation",1,1,3 ], "a particular meaning given by a sign or symbol; something designated or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denotation",1,1,3 ], "referred to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denotation",1,1,4 ], "associations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denotation",1,1,4 ], "explicit or specific meaning as distinguished from suggestive meaning and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denotation",1,1,5 ], "another name for extension ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denotative",1,1,1 ], "able to denote; designative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denotative",1,1,2 ], "explicit; overt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denote",1,1,1 ], "to be a sign, symbol, or symptom of; indicate or designate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denote",1,1,2 ], "(of words, phrases, expressions, etc|) to have as a literal or obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denote",1,1,2 ], "meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denouement",1,1,1,1 ], "the final clarification or resolution of a plot in a play or other work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denouement",1,1,1,2 ], "the point at which this occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denouement",1,1,2 ], "final outcome; solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denounce",1,1,1 ], "to deplore or condemn openly or vehemently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denounce",1,1,2 ], "to give information against; accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denounce",1,1,3 ], "to announce formally the termination of (a treaty, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denounce",1,1,3,1 ], "to announce (something evil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denounce",1,1,3,2 ], "to portend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dense",1,1,1 ], "thickly crowded or closely set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dense",1,1,2 ], "thick; impenetrable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dense",1,1,3 ], "having a high density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dense",1,1,4 ], "stupid; dull; obtuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dense",1,1,5 ], "(of a photographic negative) having many dark or exposed areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dense",1,1,6 ], "(of an optical glass, colour, etc|) transmitting little or no light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "densimeter",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "densitometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the optical density of a material by directing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "densitometer",1,1,1 ], "beam of light onto the specimen and measuring its transmission or reflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,1 ], "the degree to which something is filled, crowded, or occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,2 ], "obtuseness; stupidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,3 ], "a measure of the compactness of a substance, expressed as its mass per unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,3 ], "p" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,3 ], "volume| It is measured in kilograms per cubic metre or pounds per cubic foot| Symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,4 ], "a measure of a physical quantity per unit of length, area, or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,5 ], "a function having a specified range and form from which can be obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,5 ], "probabilities for any value or interval within the range and formulas for parameters, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "density",1,1,5 ], "the mean and variance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dent",1,1,1 ], "a hollow or dip in a surface, as one made by pressure or a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dent",1,1,2 ], "an appreciable effect, esp| of lessening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dent",1,2,1 ], "to impress or be impressed with a dent or dents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dent",2,1,1 ], "a toothlike protuberance, esp| the tooth of a sprocket or gearwheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dent",2,1,2 ], "the space between two wires in a loom through which a warp thread is drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental floss",1,1,1 ], "a soft usually flattened thread for cleaning the teeth and the spaces between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental floss",1,1,1 ], "them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dental hygiene",1,1,1 ], "brushing, the removal of plaque, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dental hygiene",1,1,1 ], "the maintenance of the teeth and gums in healthy condition, esp| by proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental hygienist",1,1,1 ], "a dentist's assistant skilled in dental hygiene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental plaque",1,1,1 ], "a filmy deposit on the surface of a tooth consisting of a mixture of mucus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental plaque",1,1,1 ], "bacteria, food, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dental surgeon",1,1,1 ], "another name for dentist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to dentistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental",1,1,2,1 ], "pronounced or articulated with the tip of the tongue touching the backs of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental",1,1,2,1 ], "upper teeth, as for t in French tout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dental",1,1,2,2 ], "(esp| in the phonology of some languages, such as English) another word for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dental",1,1,2,2 ], "alveolar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dental",1,2,1 ], "a dental consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentalium",1,1,1 ], "any scaphopod mollusc of the genus Dentalium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentate",1,1,1 ], "having teeth or toothlike processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentate",1,1,2 ], "(of leaves) having a toothed margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentation",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being dentate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentation",1,1,2 ], "an angular projection or series of projections, as on the margin of a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentex",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic waters, having long sharp teeth and powerful jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dentex",1,1,1 ], "a large active predatory sparid fish, Dentex dentex, of Mediterranean and E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denti-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denticle",1,1,1 ], "a small tooth or toothlike part, such as any of the placoid scales of sharks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denticulate",1,1,1 ], "very finely toothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denticulate",1,1,2 ], "having denticles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denticulate",1,1,3 ], "having dentils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denticulation",1,1,1 ], "a denticulate structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denticulation",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for denticle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentifrice",1,1,1 ], "any substance, esp| paste or powder, for use in cleaning the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentil",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of small square or rectangular blocks evenly spaced to form an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentil",1,1,1 ], "ornamental row, usually under a classical cornice on a building, piece of furniture, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dentilabial",1,1,1 ], "another word for labiodental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentilingual",1,1,1 ], "pronounced or articulated with the tongue touching the upper teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentilingual",1,2,1 ], "a consonant so pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentine",1,1,1 ], "bulk of the tooth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dentine",1,1,1 ], "the calcified tissue surrounding the pulp cavity of a tooth and comprising the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentist",1,1,1 ], "a person qualified to practise dentistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentistry",1,1,1 ], "diseases and disorders of the teeth and gums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dentistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentition",1,1,1 ], "has a primary dentition of deciduous teeth and a secondary dentition of permanent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dentition",1,1,1 ], "teeth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dentition",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement, type, and number of the teeth in a particular species| Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentition",1,1,2 ], "teething or the time or process of teething" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dentoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denture",1,1,1 ], "a partial or full set of artificial teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denture",1,1,2 ], "a set of natural teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dent|",1,1,1 ], "dental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dent|",1,1,2 ], "dentistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denuclearize",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a country, state, etc|) of nuclear weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denudate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for denude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denudate",1,2,1 ], "denuded; bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denude",1,1,1 ], "to divest of covering; make bare; uncover; strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denude",1,1,2 ], "to expose (rock) by the erosion of the layers above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denumerable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being put into a one-to-one correspondence with the positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denumerable",1,1,1 ], "integers; countable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denunciate",1,1,1 ], "to condemn denounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denunciation",1,1,1 ], "open condemnation; censure; denouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denunciation",1,1,2 ], "a charge or accusation of crime made by an individual before a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denunciation",1,1,2 ], "prosecutor or tribunal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "denunciation",1,1,3 ], "a formal announcement of the termination of a treaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "denunciation",1,1,4 ], "an announcement in the form of an impending threat or warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deny",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to declare (an assertion, statement, etc|) to be untrue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deny",1,1,2 ], "to reject as false; refuse to accept or believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deny",1,1,3 ], "to withhold; refuse to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deny",1,1,4 ], "to refuse to fulfil the requests or expectations of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deny",1,1,5 ], "to refuse to acknowledge or recognize; disown; disavow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deny",1,1,6 ], "to refuse (oneself) things desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deodand",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a thing that had caused a person's death and was forfeited to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deodand",1,1,1 ], "crown for a charitable purpose: abolished 1862" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deodar",1,1,1 ], "a Himalayan cedar, Cedrus deodara, with drooping branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deodar",1,1,2 ], "the durable fragrant highly valued wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deodorant",1,1,1,1 ], "a substance applied to the body to suppress or mask the odour of perspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deodorant",1,1,1,1 ], "or other body odours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deodorant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deodorant",1,1,2 ], "any substance for destroying or masking odours, such as liquid sprayed into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deodorant",1,1,2 ], "the air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deodorize",1,1,1 ], "to remove, disguise, or absorb the odour of, esp| when unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deontic",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to such ethical concepts as obligation and permissibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deontic",1,1,1,2 ], "designating the branch of modal logic that deals with the formalization of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deontic",1,1,1,2 ], "these concepts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deontology",1,1,1 ], "commitment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deontology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of ethics dealing with duty, moral obligation, and moral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxidize",1,1,1,1 ], "to remove oxygen atoms from (a compound, molecule, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxidize",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for deoxygenate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxidize",1,1,2 ], "another word for reduce ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxy-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the presence of less oxygen than in a specified related compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxycorticosterone",1,1,1 ], "a corticosteroid hormone important in maintaining sodium and water balance in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxycorticosterone",1,1,1 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deoxygenate",1,1,1 ], "to remove oxygen from (water, air, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxyribonucleic acid",1,1,1 ], "the full name for DNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deoxyribose",1,1,1 ], "a pentose sugar obtained by the hydrolysis of DNA| Formula: C5H10O4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depart",1,1,1 ], "to go away; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depart",1,1,2 ], "to start out; set forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depart",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by from) to deviate; differ; vary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depart",1,2,1 ], "to quit (archaic, except in the phrase depart this life)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departed",1,1,1,1 ], "dead; deceased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departed",1,1,1,2 ], "the departed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "department store",1,1,1 ], "a large shop divided into departments selling a great many kinds of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "department",1,1,1 ], "a specialized division of a large concern, such as a business, store, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "department",1,1,1 ], "university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "department",1,1,2 ], "a major subdivision or branch of the administration of a government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "department",1,1,3 ], "a branch or subdivision of learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "department",1,1,4 ], "France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "department",1,1,4 ], "a territorial and administrative division in several countries, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "department",1,1,5 ], "a specialized sphere of knowledge, skill, or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departmentalism",1,1,1 ], "division into departments, esp| when resulting in impaired efficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departmentalize",1,1,1 ], "to organize into departments, esp| excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departure",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of departing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departure",1,1,2 ], "a deviation or variation from previous custom; divergence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departure",1,1,3 ], "a project, course of action, venture, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departure",1,1,3,1 ], "the net distance travelled due east or west by a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departure",1,1,3,2 ], "point of departure| the latitude and longitude of the point from which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "departure",1,1,3,2 ], "vessel calculates dead reckoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "departure",1,1,4 ], "a euphemistic word for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depasture",1,1,1 ], "the purpose)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depasture",1,1,1 ], "to graze or denude by grazing (a pasture, esp| a meadow specially grown for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depasture",1,2,1 ], "to pasture (cattle or sheep)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to put trust (in); rely (on); be sure (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,3 ], "(from)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,3 ], "often with it as subject) to be influenced or determined (by); be resultant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to rely (on) for income, support, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,6 ], "to hang down; be suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depend",1,1,7 ], "to be undecided or pending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dependable",1,1,1 ], "able to be depended on; reliable; trustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dependant",1,1,1 ], "a person who depends on another person, organization, etc|, for support, aid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dependant",1,1,1 ], "or sustenance, esp| financial support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dependence" ,1, 1, 1],"the state or fact of being dependent, esp| for support or help",1). c_DEF([ "dependence" ,1, 1, 2],"reliance; trust; confidence",1). c_DEF([ "dependence" ,1, 1, 3],"an object or person relied upon",1). c_DEF([ "dependency" ,1, 1, 1],"a territory subject to a state on which it does not border",1). c_DEF([ "dependency" ,1, 1, 2],"a dependent or subordinate person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "dependency" ,1, 1, 3],"another word for ,dependence",1). c_DEF([ "dependent clause",1,1,1 ], "another term for subordinate clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dependent variable",1,1,1 ], "a variable in a mathematical equation or statement whose value depends on that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dependent variable",1,1,1 ], "taken on by the independent variable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 1, 1],"depending on a person or thing for aid, support, life, etc",1). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 2, 1],"influenced or conditioned (by); contingent (on)",1). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 2, 2],"subordinate; subject",1). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 2, 3, 1],"(of a variable)",1). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 2, 3],"hanging down",1). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"(of a linear equation) having every solution as a solution of one or more",1). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"given linear equations",2). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 2, 4],"having a value depending on that assumed by a related independent variable",1). c_DEF([ "dependent" ,1, 3, 1],"a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of ,dependant",1). c_DEF([ "depersonalize",1,1,1 ], "qualities render impersonal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depersonalize",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a person, organization, system, etc|) of individual or personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depict",1,1,1 ], "portray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depict",1,1,1 ], "to represent by or as by drawing, sculpture, painting, etc|; delineate;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depict",1,1,2 ], "to represent in words; describe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depicture",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for depict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depilate",1,1,1 ], "to remove the hair from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depilatory" ,1, 1, 1],"able or serving to remove hair",1). c_DEF([ "depilatory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "depilatory" ,1, 2, 2],"a chemical that is used to remove hair from the body",1). c_DEF([ "deplane",1,1,1 ], "to disembark from an aeroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplete",1,1,1 ], "to use up (supplies, money, energy, etc|); reduce or exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplete",1,1,2 ], "to empty entirely or partially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplete",1,1,3 ], "to empty or reduce the fluid contents of (an organ or vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplorable",1,1,1 ], "lamentable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplorable",1,1,2 ], "worthy of censure or reproach; very bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplore",1,1,1 ], "to express or feel sorrow about; lament; regret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplore",1,1,2 ], "to express or feel strong disapproval of; censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deploy",1,1,1 ], "formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deploy",1,1,1 ], "to adopt or cause to adopt a battle formation, esp| from a narrow front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deploy",1,2,1 ], "to redistribute (forces) to or within a given area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplume",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of feathers; pluck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deplume",1,1,2 ], "to deprive of honour, position, wealth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depolarize",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a loss of polarity or polarization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depoliticize",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of a political nature render apolitical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depolymerize",1,1,1 ], "(vb|) to break (a polymer) into constituent monomers or (of a polymer) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depolymerize",1,1,1 ], "decompose in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depone",1,1,1 ], "to declare (something) under oath; testify; depose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deponent",1,1,1 ], "(of a verb, esp| in Latin) having the inflectional endings of a passive verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deponent",1,1,1 ], "but the meaning of an active verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deponent",1,2,1 ], "a deponent verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deponent",1,2,1,1 ], "a person who makes an affidavit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deponent",1,2,1,2 ], "a person, esp| a witness, who makes a deposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depopulate",1,1,1 ], "to be or cause to be reduced in population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deport",1,1,1 ], "to remove (an alien) forcibly from a country; expel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deport",1,1,2 ], "banish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deport",1,1,2 ], "to carry (an inhabitant) forcibly away from his homeland; transport; exile;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deport",1,1,3 ], "to conduct, hold, or behave (oneself) in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deportation",1,1,1 ], "the act of expelling an alien from a country; expulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deportation",1,1,2 ], "the act of transporting someone from his country; banishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deportee",1,1,1 ], "a person deported or awaiting deportation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deportment",1,1,1 ], "the manner in which a person behaves, esp| in physical bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposal",1,1,1 ], "another word for deposition ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depose",1,1,1 ], "to remove from an office or position, esp| one of power or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depose",1,1,2 ], "make a deposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depose",1,1,2 ], "to testify or give (evidence, etc|) on oath, esp| when taken down in writing;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit account",1,1,1 ], "a bank account that earns interest and usually requires notice of withdrawal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,1,1 ], "to put or set down, esp| carefully or in a proper place; place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,1,2 ], "to entrust for safekeeping; consign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,1,3 ], "for safekeeping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,1,3 ], "to place (money) in a bank or similar institution in order to earn interest or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,1,4 ], "to give (money) in part payment or as security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,1,5 ], "to lay down naturally; cause to settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,1,1 ], "an instance of entrusting money or valuables to a bank or similar institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,1,2 ], "the money or valuables so entrusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,2 ], "hire-purchase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,2 ], "money given in part payment or as security, as when goods are bought on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,3 ], "a consideration, esp| money, given temporarily as security against loss of or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,3 ], "damage to something borrowed or hired" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,4 ], "an accumulation of sediments, mineral ores, coal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,5 ], "any deposited material, such as a sediment or a precipitate that has settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,5 ], "out of solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,6 ], "a coating produced on a surface, esp| a layer of metal formed by electrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,7 ], "a depository or storehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposit",1,2,8 ], "on deposit| payable as the first instalment, as when buying on hire-purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depositary",1,1,1 ], "a person or group to whom something is entrusted for safety or preservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depositary",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of depository ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposition",1,1,1,1 ], "the giving of testimony on oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposition",1,1,1,2 ], "the testimony so given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposition",1,1,1,3 ], "the sworn statement of a witness used in court in his absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposition",1,1,2 ], "the act or instance of deposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposition",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of depositing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deposition",1,1,4 ], "something that is deposited; deposit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depositor",1,1,1 ], "a person who places or has money on deposit in a bank or similar organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depository",1,1,1 ], "a store, such as a warehouse, for furniture, valuables, etc|; repository" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depository",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of depositary ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depot",1,1,1 ], "a storehouse or warehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depot",1,1,1,1 ], "a store for supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depot",1,1,1,2 ], "a training and holding centre for recruits and replacements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depot",1,1,2 ], "a building used for the storage and servicing of buses or railway engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depot",1,1,2,1 ], "a railway station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depot",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprave",1,1,1 ], "to make morally bad; corrupt; vitiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprave",1,1,2 ], "to defame; slander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depraved",1,1,1 ], "morally bad or debased; corrupt; perverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depravity",1,1,1 ], "the state or an instance of moral corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprecate",1,1,1 ], "to express disapproval of; protest against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprecate",1,1,2 ], "to depreciate (a person, someone's character, etc|); belittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprecate",1,1,3 ], "to try to ward off by prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprecatory",1,1,1 ], "expressing disapproval; protesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprecatory",1,1,2 ], "expressing apology; apologetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciable",1,1,1 ], "able to be depreciated for tax deduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciable",1,1,2 ], "liable to depreciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciate",1,1,1 ], "to reduce or decline in value or price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciate",1,2,1 ], "to lessen the value of by derision, criticism, etc|; disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciation",1,1,1,1 ], "the reduction in value of a fixed asset due to use, obsolescence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciation",1,1,1,2 ], "the amount deducted from gross profit to allow for such reduction in value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciation",1,1,2 ], "a modified amount permitted for purposes of tax deduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciation",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of depreciating or belittling; disparagement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciation",1,1,4 ], "a decrease in the exchange value of currency against gold or other currencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depreciation",1,1,4 ], "brought about by excess supply of that currency under conditions of fluctuating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depreciation",1,1,4 ], "exchange rates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "depredate",1,1,1 ], "to plunder or destroy; pillage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depredation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of plundering; robbery; pillage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depress",1,1,1 ], "to lower in spirits; make gloomy; deject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depress",1,1,2 ], "to weaken or lower the force, vigour, or energy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depress",1,1,3 ], "to lower prices of (securities or a security market)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depress",1,1,4 ], "to press or push down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depress",1,1,5 ], "to lower the pitch of (a musical sound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depress",1,1,6 ], "to suppress or subjugate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressant",1,1,1 ], "able to diminish or reduce nervous or functional activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressant",1,1,2 ], "causing gloom or dejection; depressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressant",1,2,1 ], "a depressant drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressed",1,1,1 ], "low in spirits; downcast; despondent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressed",1,1,2 ], "lower than the surrounding surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressed",1,1,3 ], "pressed down or flattened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressed",1,1,4 ], "characterized by relative economic hardship, such as unemployment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressed",1,1,5 ], "lowered in force, intensity, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressed",1,1,6 ], "(of plant parts) flattened as though pressed from above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressed",1,1,7 ], "flattened from top to bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,1 ], "the act of depressing or state of being depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,2 ], "a depressed or sunken place or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,3 ], "an emotional state of mind characterized by feelings of gloom and inadequacy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,3 ], "leading to withdrawal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,4 ], "an abnormal lowering of the rate of any physiological activity or function," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,4 ], "such as respiration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,5 ], "an economic condition characterized by substantial and protracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,5 ], "slump" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,5 ], "unemployment, falling prices and security values, and low levels of investment, trade, etc|;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,6 ], "a body of moving air below normal atmospheric pressure, which often brings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,6 ], "rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,7 ], "(esp| in surveying and astronomy) the angular distance of an object, celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depression",1,1,7 ], "body, etc|, below the horizontal plane through the point of observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depressive",1,1,1 ], "tending to depress; causing depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressive",1,1,2 ], "tending to be subject to periods of depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressomotor",1,1,1 ], "retarding motor activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressomotor",1,2,1 ], "a depressomotor drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that depresses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressor",1,1,2 ], "any muscle that draws down a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressor",1,1,3 ], "any surgical or medical instrument used to press down or aside an organ or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressor",1,1,3 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depressor",1,1,4 ], "any nerve that when stimulated produces a fall in blood pressure by dilating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depressor",1,1,4 ], "the arteries or lowering the heartbeat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depressurize",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft cabin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depressurize",1,1,1 ], "to reduce the pressure of a gas inside (a container or enclosed space), as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprive",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by of) to prevent from possessing or enjoying; dispossess (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprive",1,1,2 ], "to remove from rank or office; depose; demote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deprived",1,1,1 ], "lacking adequate food, shelter, education, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depside",1,1,1 ], "any ester formed by the condensation of the carboxyl group of one phenolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depside",1,1,1 ], "carboxylic acid with the hydroxyl group of another, found in plant cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depth charge",1,1,1 ], "a bomb used to attack submarines that explodes at a pre-set depth of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth of field",1,1,1 ], "clear and sharply defined in the resulting image" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "depth of field",1,1,1 ], "instrument, such as a camera or microscope, within which other objects will also appear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depth of field",1,1,1 ], "the range of distance in front of and behind an object focused by an optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth of focus",1,1,1 ], "altered without the resulting image appearing blurred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depth of focus",1,1,1 ], "the amount by which the distance between the camera lens and the film can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth psychology",1,1,1 ], "the study of unconscious motives and attitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,1 ], "the extent, measurement, or distance downwards, backwards, or inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,10 ], "a low moral state; demoralization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,11 ], "a vast space or abyss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,12 ], "beyond or out of one's depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,12,1 ], "in water deeper than one is tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,12,2 ], "beyond the range of one's competence or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,13 ], "in depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,13,1 ], "thoroughly or comprehensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,13,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being deep; deepness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,3 ], "intensity or profundity of emotion or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,4 ], "profundity of moral character; penetration; sagacity; integrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,5 ], "complexity or abstruseness, as of thought or objects of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,6 ], "intensity, as of silence, colour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,7 ], "lowness of pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,8 ], "a deep, far, inner, or remote part, such as an inaccessible region of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,8 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "depth",1,1,9 ], "the deepest, most intense, or most severe part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dept|",1,1,1 ], "department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depurate,",1,1,1 ], "to, cleanse, or, purify, or to be cleansed or purified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depurate,",1,1,2 ], "to promote the elimination of waste products from (the body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depurative",1,1,1 ], "used for or capable of depurating; purifying; purgative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depurative",1,2,1 ], "a depurative substance or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deputation",1,1,1 ], "of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deputation",1,1,1 ], "the act of appointing a person or body of people to represent or act on behalf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deputation",1,1,2 ], "a person or, more often, a body of people so appointed; delegation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depute",1,1,1 ], "to appoint as an agent, substitute, or representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "depute",1,1,2 ], "to assign or transfer (authority, duties, etc|) to a deputy; delegate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deputize",1,1,1 ], "to appoint or act as deputy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deputy",1,1,1 ], "a person appointed to act on behalf of or represent another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deputy",1,1,2 ], "a member of the legislative assembly or of the lower chamber of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deputy",1,1,2 ], "legislature in various countries, such as France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deputy",1,1,3 ], "another word for fireman ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deputy",1,1,4 ], "the deputy chairman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dep|",1,1,1 ], "departs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dep|",1,1,2 ], "departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dep|",1,1,3 ], "deponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dep|",1,1,4 ], "deposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dep|",1,1,5 ], "deposit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dep|",1,1,6 ], "depot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dep|",1,1,7 ], "deputy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deracinate",1,1,1 ], "to pull up by or as if by the roots; uproot; extirpate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deracinate",1,1,2 ], "to remove, as from a natural environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deraign",1,1,1 ], "to contest (a claim, suit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deraign",1,1,2 ], "to arrange (soldiers) for battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derail",1,1,1 ], "to go or cause to go off the rails, as a train, tram, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derail",1,2,1 ], "a device designed to make rolling stock or locomotives leave the rails to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derail",1,2,1 ], "avoid a collision or accident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derailleur",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism for changing gear on bicycles, consisting of a device that lifts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derailleur",1,1,1 ], "the driving chain from one sprocket wheel to another of different size" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derange",1,1,1 ], "to disturb the order or arrangement of; throw into disorder; disarrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derange",1,1,2 ], "to disturb the action or operation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derange",1,1,3 ], "to make insane; drive mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derangement",1,1,1 ], "the act of deranging or state of being deranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derangement",1,1,2 ], "disorder or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derangement",1,1,3 ], "a mental disorder or serious mental disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deration",1,1,1 ], "to end rationing of (food, petrol, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derby",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for bowler ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deregister",1,1,1 ], "to remove (oneself, a car, etc|) from a register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derelict",1,1,1 ], "deserted or abandoned, as by an owner, occupant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derelict",1,1,2 ], "falling into ruins; neglected; dilapidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derelict",1,1,3 ], "neglectful of duty or obligation; remiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derelict",1,2,1 ], "a person abandoned or neglected by society; a social outcast or vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derelict",1,2,2 ], "property deserted or abandoned by an owner, occupant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derelict",1,2,3 ], "a vessel abandoned at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derelict",1,2,4 ], "a person who is neglectful of duty or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dereliction",1,1,1 ], "deliberate, conscious, or wilful neglect (esp| in the phrase dereliction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dereliction",1,1,1 ], "duty)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dereliction",1,1,2 ], "deserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dereliction",1,1,2 ], "the act of abandoning or deserting or the state of being abandoned or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dereliction",1,1,2,1 ], "accretion of dry land gained by the gradual receding of the sea or by a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dereliction",1,1,2,1 ], "changing its course" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dereliction",1,1,2,2 ], "the land thus left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derestrict",1,1,1 ], "to render or leave free from restriction, esp| a road from speed limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deride",1,1,1 ], "to speak of or treat with contempt, mockery, or ridicule scoff or jeer at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derisible",1,1,1 ], "subject to or deserving of derision; ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derision",1,1,1 ], "the act of deriding; mockery; scorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derision",1,1,2 ], "an object of mockery or scorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derisive",1,1,1 ], "showing or characterized by derision; mocking; scornful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derisive",1,1,2 ], "subject to or worthy of derision; ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivation",1,1,1 ], "the act of deriving or state of being derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivation",1,1,2 ], "the source, origin, or descent of something, such as a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivation",1,1,3 ], "something derived; a derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivation",1,1,3,1 ], "consequence of a set of accepted statements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derivation",1,1,3,1 ], "the process of deducing a mathematical theorem, formula, etc|, as a necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivation",1,1,3,2 ], "this sequence of statements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivation",1,1,3,3 ], "the operation of finding a derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,1,1 ], "resulting from derivation; derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,1,2 ], "based on or making use of other sources; not original or primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,1,3 ], "copied from others, esp| slavishly; plagiaristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,1 ], "a term, idea, etc|, that is based on or derived from another in the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,1 ], "class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,2 ], "a word derived from another word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,3 ], "a compound that is formed from, or can be regarded as formed from, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,3 ], "structurally related compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,3,1 ], "differential coefficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,4 ], "change in the independent variable, x;the limit of f(a + #GDx)-f(a)/Dx, at x,,a, as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,4 ], "the change of a function, f(x), with respect to an infinitesimally small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,4 ], "the increment, Dx, tends to 0| Symbol: df(x)/dx, f''(x), Df(x): the derivative of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,4 ], "x'n is nx'n'-'1" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,4,2 ], "the rate of change of one quantity with respect to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,5 ], "an activity that represents the expression of hidden impulses and desires by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derivative",1,2,5 ], "channelling them into socially acceptable forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derive",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by from) to draw or be drawn (from) in source or origin; trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derive",1,1,1 ], "or be traced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derive",1,2,1 ], "to obtain by reasoning; deduce; infer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derive",1,3,1 ], "to trace the source or development of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derive",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by from) to produce or be produced (from) by a chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derive",1,3,2 ], "reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derive",1,3,3 ], "to obtain (a function) by differentiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derived unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of measurement obtained by multiplication or division of the base units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derived unit",1,1,1 ], "of a system without the introduction of numerical factors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deriv|",1,1,1 ], "derivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deriv|",1,1,2 ], "derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deriv|",1,1,3 ], "derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derma",1,1,1 ], "another name for corium|Also: derm (d$z$:m)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derma",2,1,1 ], "beef or fowl intestine used as a casing for certain dishes, esp| kishke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermato-",1,1,1 ], "indicating skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatogen",1,1,1 ], "a meristem at the apex of stems and roots that gives rise to the epidermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatoglyphics",1,1,1 ], "the feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dermatoglyphics",1,1,1 ], "the lines forming a skin pattern, esp| on the palms of the hands and soles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatoglyphics",1,1,2 ], "the study of such skin patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the skin and its diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatome",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for cutting thin slices of skin, esp| for grafting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatome",1,1,2 ], "the area of skin supplied by nerve fibres from a single posterior spinal root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatome",1,1,3 ], "the part of a somite in a vertebrate embryo that gives rise to the dermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatophyte",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic fungus that affects the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatophytosis",1,1,1 ], "a fungal infection of the skin, esp| the feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatoplasty",1,1,1 ], "any surgical operation on the skin, esp| skin grafting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermatosis",1,1,1 ], "any skin disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermis",1,1,1 ], "another name for corium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermoid",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dermoid",1,2,1 ], "a congenital cystic tumour whose walls are lined with epithelium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dernier cri",1,1,1 ], "the latest fashion the last word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dero",1,1,1 ], "a tramp or derelict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dero",1,1,2 ], "a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derogate",1,2,1 ], "to cause to seem inferior or be in disrepute; detract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derogate",1,3,1 ], "to deviate in standard or quality; degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derogate",1,4,1 ], "to cause to seem inferior, etc|; disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derogate",1,5,1 ], "debased or degraded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derogatory",1,1,1 ], "offensive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derogatory",1,1,1 ], "tending or intended to detract, disparage, or belittle; intentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derri",1,1,1 ], "a euphemistic word for buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derrick",1,1,1 ], "a simple crane having lifting tackle slung from a boom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derrick",1,1,2 ], "lowered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derrick",1,1,2 ], "the framework erected over an oil well to enable drill tubes to be raised and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derrick",1,2,1 ], "to raise or lower the jib of (a crane)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derring-do",1,1,1 ], "a daring spirit or deed; boldness or bold action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derringer",1,1,1 ], "a short-barrelled pocket pistol of large calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derris",1,1,1 ], "any East Indian leguminous woody climbing plant of the genus Derris, esp| D|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derris",1,1,1 ], "elliptica, whose roots yield the compound rotenone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "derry",1,1,1 ], "dislike or prejudice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derry",1,1,2 ], "have a derry on| to have a prejudice or grudge against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derry",2,1,1 ], "a derelict house, esp| one used by tramps, drug addicts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "derv",1,1,1 ], "a Brit| name for diesel oil when used for road transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dervish",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various Muslim orders of ascetics, some of which (whirling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dervish",1,1,1 ], "dervishes) are noted for a frenzied, ecstatic, whirling dance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "der|",1,1,1 ], "derivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "der|",1,1,2 ], "derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desalinate",1,1,1 ], "to remove the salt from (esp| from sea water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desalination",1,1,1 ], "drinking or irrigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desalination",1,1,1 ], "the process of removing salt, esp| from sea water so that it can be used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,1,1 ], "a decorative counterpoint added above a basic melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,1,2 ], "a comment, criticism, or discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,2,1 ], "instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,2,1 ], "of or pertaining to the highest member in common use of a family of musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,3,1 ], "(d$es!knt, d$Is-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,4,1 ], "to compose or perform a descant (for a piece of music)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by on or upon) to discourse at length or make varied comments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descant",1,4,3 ], "to sing sweetly or melodiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,1 ], "or path)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,1 ], "to move, pass, or go down (a hill, slope, staircase, etc|)(of a hill, slope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,2 ], "to lead or extend down; slope; incline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,3 ], "to move to a lower level, pitch, etc|; fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,4 ], "(often foll| by from) to be connected by a blood relationship (to a dead or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,4 ], "extinct individual, race, species, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,5 ], "to be passed on by parents or ancestors; be inherited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,6 ], "to sink or come down in morals or behaviour; lower oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,7 ], "(often foll| by on or upon) to arrive or attack in a sudden or overwhelming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,7 ], "way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descend",1,1,8 ], "(of the sun, moon, etc|) to move towards the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descendant",1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or plant when described as descended from an individual," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descendant",1,1,1 ], "race, species, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descendant",1,1,2 ], "something that derives or is descended from an earlier form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descendant",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of descendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descendent",1,1,1 ], "coming or going downwards; descending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descendent",1,1,2 ], "deriving by descent, as from an ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descendent",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of descendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descender",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that descends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descender",1,1,2 ], "the portion of a letter, such as j, p, or y, below the level of the base of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descender",1,1,2 ], "x or n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descendible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being inherited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,1 ], "the act of descending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,2 ], "a downward slope or inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,3 ], "a passage, path, or way leading downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,4 ], "derivation from an ancestor or ancestral group; lineage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,5 ], "(in genealogy) a generation in a particular lineage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,6 ], "a decline or degeneration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,7 ], "a movement or passage in degree or state from higher to lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,8 ], "(often foll| by on) a sudden and overwhelming arrival or attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descent",1,1,9 ], "(formerly) the transmission of real property to the heir on an intestacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deschool",1,1,1 ], "pupil's life experience as opposed to a set curriculum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deschool",1,1,1 ], "to separate education from the institution of school and operate through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "describe",1,1,1 ], "to give an account or representation of in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "describe",1,1,2 ], "to pronounce or label" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "describe",1,1,3 ], "to draw a line or figure, such as a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "description",1,1,1 ], "a statement or account that describes; representation in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "description",1,1,2 ], "the act, process, or technique of describing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "description",1,1,3 ], "sort, kind, or variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "description",1,1,4 ], "the act of drawing a line or figure, such as an arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive geometry",1,1,1 ], "the study of the projection of three-dimensional figures onto a plane surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive linguistics",1,1,1 ], "histories or to one another" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive linguistics",1,1,1 ], "semantic structures of languages at given points in time without reference to their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive linguistics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the description of the internal phonological, grammatical, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or containing description; serving to describe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive",1,1,2 ], "(of an adjective) serving to describe the referent of the noun modified, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive",1,1,2 ], "for example the adjective" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive",1,1,3 ], "brown as contrasted with my and former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive",1,1,4 ], "explanation or prescription" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "descriptive",1,1,4 ], "relating to or based upon description or classification rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descriptivism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that moral utterances have a truth value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descry",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to discern or make out; catch sight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "descry",1,1,2 ], "to discover by looking carefully; detect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desc|",1,1,1 ], "descendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desecrate",1,1,1 ], "destructive, blasphemous, or sacrilegious action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desecrate",1,1,1 ], "to violate or outrage the sacred character of (an object or place) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desecrate",1,1,2 ], "deconsecrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desecrate",1,1,2 ], "to remove the consecration from (a person, object, building, etc|);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desegregate",1,1,1 ], "to end racial segregation in (a school or other public institution)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desensitize",1,1,1 ], "to render less sensitive or insensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert boots",1,1,1 ], "ankle-high suede boots with laces and soft soles, worn informally by men and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert boots",1,1,1 ], "women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desert cooler",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a cooling device in which air is driven by an electric fan through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert cooler",1,1,1 ], "wet grass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desert island",1,1,1 ], "a small remote tropical island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert lynx",1,1,1 ], "another name for caracal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert pea",1,1,1 ], "an Australian trailing leguminous plant, Clianthus formosus, with scarlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert pea",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desert rat",1,1,1 ], "a jerboa, Jaculus orientalis, inhabiting the deserts of N Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert rat",1,1,2 ], "1941-42" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desert rat",1,1,2 ], "a soldier who served in North Africa with the British 7th Armoured Division in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert soil",1,1,1 ], "a type of soil developed in arid climates, characterized by a lack of leaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert soil",1,1,1 ], "and small humus content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desert",1,1,1 ], "a region that is devoid or almost devoid of vegetation, esp| because of low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",1,1,1 ], "rainfall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desert",1,1,2 ], "an uncultivated uninhabited region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",1,1,3 ], "a place which lacks some desirable feature or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or like a desert; infertile or desolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",2,1,1 ], "in violation of a duty, promise, or obligation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desert",2,1,1 ], "to leave or abandon (a person, place, etc|) without intending to return, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",2,1,2 ], "to abscond from (a post or duty) with no intention of returning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",2,2,1 ], "to fail (someone) in time of need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",3,1,1 ], "something that is deserved or merited; just reward or punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",3,1,2 ], "the state of deserving a reward or punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desert",3,1,3 ], "virtue or merit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desertion",1,1,1 ], "abandoned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desertion",1,1,1 ], "the act of deserting or abandoning or the state of being deserted or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desertion",1,1,2 ], "breach of obligations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desertion",1,1,2 ], "wilful abandonment, esp| of one's spouse or children, without consent and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deserve",1,1,1 ], "to be entitled to or worthy of; merit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deserve",1,2,1 ], "to be worthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deservedly",1,1,1 ], "according to merit; justly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deserving",1,1,1 ], "(often postpositive and foll| by of) worthy, esp| of praise or reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deserving",1,2,1 ], "a merit or demerit; desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desexualize",1,1,1 ], "or ovaries castrate or spay|Often shortened to desex (di$:!s$eks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desexualize",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of sexual characteristics by the surgical removal of the testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deshabille",1,1,1 ], "a variant of dishabille" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccant",1,1,1 ], "desiccating or drying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccant",1,2,1 ], "a substance, such as calcium oxide, that absorbs water and is used to remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccant",1,2,1 ], "moisture; a drying agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desiccate",1,1,1 ], "to remove most of the water from (a substance or material); dehydrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccate",1,1,2 ], "to preserve (food) by removing moisture; dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccated",1,1,1 ], "dehydrated and powdered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccated",1,1,2 ], "lacking in spirit or animation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccator",1,1,1 ], "any apparatus for drying milk, fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccator",1,1,2 ], "an airtight box or jar containing a desiccant, used to dry chemicals and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiccator",1,1,2 ], "protect them from the water vapour in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desiderata",1,1,1 ], "the plural of desideratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiderate",1,1,1 ], "to feel the lack of or need for long for miss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiderative",1,1,1 ], "feeling or expressing desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiderative",1,1,2 ], "(in certain languages, of a verb) related in form to another verb and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desiderative",1,1,2 ], "expressing the subject's desire or intention to perform the act denoted by the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desiderative",1,1,2 ], "verb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "desiderative",1,2,1 ], "a desiderative verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desideratum",1,1,1 ], "something lacked and wanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,1,1 ], "outline, pattern, or plans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,1,1 ], "to work out the structure or form of (something), as by making a sketch," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,1,2 ], "to plan and make (something) artistically or skilfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,2,1 ], "to form or conceive in the mind; invent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,3,1 ], "to intend, as for a specific purpose; plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,4,1 ], "to mark out or designate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,1 ], "a plan, sketch, or preliminary drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,2 ], "decorative work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,2 ], "the arrangement or pattern of elements or features of an artistic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,3 ], "a finished artistic or decorative creation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,4 ], "the art of designing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,5 ], "a plan, scheme, or project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,6 ], "an end aimed at or planned for; intention; purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,7 ], "a plot or hostile scheme, often to gain possession of (something) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,7 ], "illegitimate means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "design",1,5,8 ], "a coherent or purposeful pattern, as opposed to chaos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designate",1,2,1 ], "to indicate or specify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designate",1,2,2 ], "to give a name to; style; entitle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designate",1,2,3 ], "to select or name for an office or duty; appoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designate",1,3,1 ], "appointed, but not yet in office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designation",1,1,1 ], "something that designates, such as a name or distinctive mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designation",1,1,2 ], "the act of designating or the fact of being designated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designedly",1,1,1 ], "by intention or design; on purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designer",1,1,1 ], "a person who devises and executes designs, as for works of art, clothes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designer",1,1,1 ], "machines, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "designer",1,1,2 ], "a person who devises plots or schemes; intriguer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "designing",1,1,1 ], "artful and scheming; conniving; crafty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desinence",1,1,1 ], "an ending or termination, esp| an inflectional ending of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desirable",1,1,1 ], "worthy of desire or recommendation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desirable",1,1,2 ], "arousing desire, esp| sexual desire; attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desirable",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is the object of desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desire",1,1,1 ], "to wish or long for; crave; want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desire",1,1,2 ], "to express a wish or make a request for; ask for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desire",1,2,1 ], "a wish or longing; craving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desire",1,2,2 ], "an expressed wish; request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desire",1,2,3 ], "sexual appetite; lust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desire",1,2,4 ], "a person or thing that is desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desirous",1,1,1 ], "(usually postpositive and foll| by of) having or expressing desire (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desirous",1,1,1 ], "having a wish or longing (for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desist",1,1,1 ], "to cease, as from an action stop or abstain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk clerk",1,1,1 ], "a hotel receptionist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,1 ], "compartments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,2 ], "a service counter or table in a public building, such as a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,3 ], "a church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,3 ], "a support, lectern, or book rest for the book from which services are read in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,4 ], "subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,4 ], "the editorial section of a newspaper, etc|, responsible for a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,4,1 ], "a music stand shared by two orchestral players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,4,1 ], "made for use at a desk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,4,2 ], "done at a desk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desk",1,1,4,2 ], "these two players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desman",1,1,1 ], "either of two molelike amphibious mammals, Desmana moschata or Galemys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desman",1,1,1 ], "pyrenaicus , having dense fur and webbed feet: family Talpidae, order Insectivora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desman",1,1,2 ], "(insectivores)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desmid",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater green alga of the mainly unicellular family Desmidiaceae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desmid",1,1,1 ], "typically constricted into two symmetrical halves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desmoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a tendon or ligament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desmoid",1,2,1 ], "a very firm tumour of connective tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,1,1 ], "uninhabited; deserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,1,2 ], "made uninhabitable; laid waste; devastated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,1,3 ], "without friends, hope, or encouragement; forlorn, wretched, or abandoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,1,4 ], "gloomy or dismal; depressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,3,1 ], "to deprive of inhabitants; depopulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,3,2 ], "to make barren or lay waste; devastate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,3,3 ], "to make wretched or forlorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolate",1,3,4 ], "to forsake or abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolation",1,1,1 ], "the act of desolating or the state of being desolated; ruin or devastation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolation",1,1,2 ], "solitary misery; wretchedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desolation",1,1,3 ], "a desolate region; barren waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desorb",1,1,1 ], "to change from an adsorbed state on a surface to a gaseous or liquid state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desorption",1,1,1 ], "the action or process of desorbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desoxy-",1,1,1 ], "variant of deoxy-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despair",1,1,1 ], "to lose or give up hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despair",1,2,1 ], "to give up hope of; lose hope in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despair",1,3,1 ], "total loss of hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despair",1,3,2 ], "a person or thing that causes hopelessness or for which there is no hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despatch",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of dispatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperado",1,1,1 ], "a reckless or desperate person, esp| one ready to commit any violent illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperado",1,1,1 ], "act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desperate",1,1,1 ], "careless of danger, as from despair; utterly reckless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperate",1,1,2 ], "(of an act) reckless; risky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperate",1,1,3 ], "used or undertaken in desperation or as a last resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperate",1,1,4 ], "critical; very grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperate",1,1,5 ], "(often postpositive and foll| by for) in distress and having a great need or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperate",1,1,5 ], "desire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desperate",1,1,6 ], "moved by or showing despair or hopelessness; despairing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperation",1,1,1 ], "desperate recklessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desperation",1,1,2 ], "the act of despairing or the state of being desperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despicable",1,1,1 ], "worthy of being despised; contemptible; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despise",1,1,1 ], "to look down on with contempt scorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despite",1,1,1 ], "in spite of; undeterred by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despite",1,2,1 ], "contempt; insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despite",1,2,2 ], "in despite of|Rare| in spite of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despite",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for spite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despiteful",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for spiteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despoil",1,1,1 ], "to strip or deprive by force plunder rob loot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despoliation",1,1,1 ], "the act of despoiling; plunder or pillage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despoliation",1,1,2 ], "the state of being despoiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despond",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!sp$And) | to lose heart or hope; become disheartened; despair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despond",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for despondency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despondent",1,1,1 ], "downcast or disheartened; lacking hope or courage; dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despot",1,1,1 ], "an absolute or tyrannical ruler; autocrat or tyrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despot",1,1,2 ], "any person in power who acts tyrannically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despot",1,1,3 ], "Ottoman Empires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "despot",1,1,3 ], "a title borne by numerous persons of rank in the later Roman, Byzantine, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despotism",1,1,1 ], "the rule of a despot; arbitrary, absolute, or tyrannical government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despotism",1,1,2 ], "arbitrary or tyrannical authority or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despumate",1,1,1 ], "to clarify or purify (a liquid) by skimming a scum from its surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "despumate",1,2,1 ], "(of a liquid) to form a scum or froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desquamate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the skin in certain diseases) to peel or come off in scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dessert",1,1,1 ], "the sweet, usually last course of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dessert",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) fruit, dates, nuts, etc|, served at the end of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dessertspoon",1,1,1 ], "a spoon intermediate in size between a tablespoon and a teaspoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dessiatine",1,1,1 ], "a Russian unit of area equal to approximately 2|7 acres or 10,800 square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dessiatine",1,1,1 ], "metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destination",1,1,1 ], "the predetermined end of a journey or voyage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destination",1,1,2 ], "destined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destination",1,1,2 ], "the ultimate end or purpose for which something is created or a person is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destination",1,1,3 ], "the act of destining or predetermining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destine",1,1,1 ], "intend design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destine",1,1,1 ], "to set apart or appoint (for a certain purpose or person, or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destined",1,1,1 ], "foreordained or certain; meant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destined",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by for) heading (towards a specific destination); directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destiny",1,1,1 ], "the future destined for a person or thing; fate; fortune; lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destiny",1,1,2 ], "the predetermined or inevitable course of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destiny",1,1,3 ], "the ultimate power or agency that predetermines the course of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destitute",1,1,1 ], "lacking the means of subsistence; totally impoverished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destitute",1,2,1 ], "completely lacking; deprived or bereft (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destitute",1,2,2 ], "abandoned or deserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destitution",1,1,1 ], "the state of being destitute; utter poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destitution",1,1,2 ], "lack or deficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destrier",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for warhorse ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroy",1,1,1 ], "to ruin; spoil; render useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroy",1,1,2 ], "to tear down or demolish; break up; raze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroy",1,1,3 ], "to put an end to; do away with; extinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroy",1,1,4 ], "to kill or annihilate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroy",1,1,5 ], "to crush, subdue, or defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroy",1,2,1 ], "to be destructive or cause destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroyer escort",1,1,1 ], "a warship smaller than a destroyer, designed to escort fleets or convoys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroyer",1,1,1 ], "a small fast lightly armoured but heavily armed warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destroyer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that destroys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destruct",1,1,1 ], "to destroy (one's own missile, etc|) for safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destruct",1,2,1 ], "(of a missile, etc|) to be destroyed, for safety, by those controlling it;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destruct",1,2,1 ], "self-destruct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destruct",1,3,1 ], "the act of destructing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being or liable to be destroyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destruction",1,1,1 ], "the act of destroying or state of being destroyed; demolition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destruction",1,1,2 ], "a cause of ruin or means of destroying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes in destruction, esp| of social institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructive distillation",1,1,1 ], "in the absence of air and collecting the volatile products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destructive distillation",1,1,1 ], "the decomposition of a complex substance, such as wood or coal, by heating it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructive",1,1,1 ], "(often postpositive and foll| by of or to) causing or tending to cause the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructive",1,1,1 ], "destruction (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destructive",1,1,2 ], "intended to disprove or discredit, esp| without positive suggestions or help;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructive",1,1,2 ], "negative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destructor",1,1,1 ], "a furnace or incinerator for the disposal of refuse, esp| one that uses the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructor",1,1,1 ], "resulting heat to generate power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "destructor",1,1,2 ], "a device used to blow up a dangerously defective missile or rocket after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "destructor",1,1,2 ], "launching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desuetude",1,1,1 ], "the condition of not being in use or practice; disuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desulphurize",1,1,1 ], "to free or become free from sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desultory",1,1,1 ], "passing or jumping from one thing to another, esp| in a fitful way;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "desultory",1,1,1 ], "unmethodical; disconnected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "desultory",1,1,2 ], "occurring in a random or incidental way; haphazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detach",1,1,1 ], "to disengage and separate or remove, as by pulling; unfasten; disconnect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detach",1,1,2 ], "to separate (a small unit) from a larger, esp| for a special assignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detached",1,1,1 ], "disconnected or standing apart; not attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detached",1,1,2 ], "having or showing no bias or emotional involvement; disinterested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detachment",1,1,1 ], "indifference to other people or to one's surroundings; aloofness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detachment",1,1,2 ], "freedom from self-interest or bias; disinterest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detachment",1,1,3 ], "the act of disengaging or separating something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detachment",1,1,4 ], "the condition of being disengaged or separated; disconnection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detachment",1,1,4,1 ], "the separation of a small unit from its main body, esp| of ships or troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detachment",1,1,4,2 ], "the unit so detached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail drawing",1,1,1 ], "a separate large-scale drawing of a small part or section of a building," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail drawing",1,1,1 ], "machine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,1 ], "an item or smaller part that is considered separately; particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,2 ], "an item or circumstance that is insignificant or unimportant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,3 ], "treatment of or attention to items or particulars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,4 ], "items collectively; particulars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,5 ], "a small or accessory section or element in a painting, building, statue, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,5 ], "esp| when considered in isolation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,5,1 ], "the act of assigning personnel for a specific duty, esp| a fatigue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,5,2 ], "the personnel selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,5,3 ], "the duty or assignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,6 ], "go into detail| to include all or most particulars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,1,7 ], "in detail| including all or most particulars or items thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,2,1 ], "to list or relate fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,2,2 ], "to select (personnel) for a specific duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,2,3 ], "designs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detail",1,2,3 ], "to decorate or elaborate (carving, etc|) with fine delicate drawing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detailed",1,1,1 ], "having many details or giving careful attention to details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detain",1,1,1 ], "to delay; hold back; stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detain",1,1,2 ], "to confine or hold in custody; restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detain",1,1,3 ], "to retain or withhold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detainer",1,1,1 ], "the wrongful withholding of the property of another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detainer",1,1,1,1 ], "the detention of a person in custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detainer",1,1,1,2 ], "a writ authorizing the further detention of a person already in custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detect",1,1,1 ], "to discover, perceive, or notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detect",1,1,2 ], "to discover, or reveal (a crime, criminal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detect",1,1,3 ], "to extract information from (an electromagnetic wave)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detection",1,1,1 ], "the act of discovering or the fact of being discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detection",1,1,2 ], "frequencies, from an electromagnetic wave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detection",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of extracting information, esp| at audio or video" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detective",1,1,1,1 ], "a police officer who investigates crimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detective",1,1,1,2 ], "make other inquiries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detective",1,1,1,2 ], "private detective| an individual privately employed to investigate a crime or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detective",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detective",1,2,1 ], "used in or serving for detection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detective",1,2,2 ], "serving to detect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detector",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that detects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detector",1,1,2 ], "any mechanical sensing device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detector",1,1,3 ], "a device used in the detection of radio signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detector",1,1,4 ], "a device, such as a diode, used to rectify an alternating current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detent",1,1,1 ], "a wheel in one direction only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detent",1,1,1 ], "the locking piece of a mechanism, often spring-loaded to check the movement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detention centre",1,1,1 ], "a place where young persons may be detained for short periods by order of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detention centre",1,1,1 ], "court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detention",1,1,1 ], "the act of detaining or state of being detained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detention",1,1,1,1 ], "custody or confinement, esp| of a suspect awaiting trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detention",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detention",1,1,2 ], "a form of punishment in which a pupil is detained after school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detention",1,1,3 ], "the withholding of something belonging to or claimed by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deter",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to discourage (from acting) or prevent (from occurring), usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deter",1,1,1 ], "instilling fear, doubt, or anxiety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deterge",1,1,1 ], "to wash or wipe away cleanse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detergency",1,1,1 ], "cleansing power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detergent" ,1, 1, 1],"a cleansing agent, esp| a surface-active chemical such as an alkyl sulphonate,",1). c_DEF([ "detergent" ,1, 1, 1],"widely used in industry, laundering, shampoos, etc",2). c_DEF([ "detergent" ,1, 2, 1],"having cleansing power",1). c_DEF([ "deteriorate",1,1,1 ], "depreciate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deteriorate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become worse or lower in quality, value, character, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deteriorate",1,2,1 ], "to wear away or disintegrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinable",1,1,1 ], "able to be decided, fixed, or found out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinable",1,1,2 ], "liable to termination under certain conditions; terminable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinant",1,1,1 ], "serving to determine or affect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinant",1,2,1 ], "a factor, circumstance, etc|, that influences or determines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinant",1,2,2 ], "a square array of elements that represents the sum of certain products of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinant",1,2,2 ], "these elements, used to solve simultaneous equations, in vector studies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determinate",1,1,1 ], "definitely limited, defined, or fixed; distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinate",1,1,2,1 ], "able to be predicted or deduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinate",1,1,2,2 ], "(of an effect) obeying the law of causality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinate",1,1,3 ], "(of an inflorescence) having the main and branch stems ending in flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinate",1,1,3 ], "cymose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determinate",1,1,4 ], "(of a structure, stress, etc|) able to be fully analysed or determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of making a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being determined; resoluteness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,3 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of ending an argument by the opinion or decision of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,4 ], "etc|, of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,4 ], "the act or an instance of fixing or settling the quality, limit, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,5 ], "a decision or opinion reached, rendered, or settled upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,6 ], "a resolute movement towards some object or end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,7 ], "the termination of an estate or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,8 ], "the decision reached by a court of justice on a disputed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,8,1 ], "the process of qualifying or limiting a proposition or concept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,8,2 ], "the qualifications or limitations used in this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,9 ], "particular tissue or organ in the adult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determination",1,1,9 ], "the condition of embryonic tissues of being able to develop into only one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinative",1,1,1 ], "able to or serving to settle or determine; deciding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinative",1,2,1 ], "a factor, circumstance, etc|, that settles or determines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinative",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for determiner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinative",1,2,3 ], "(in a logographic writing system) a logogram that bears a separate meaning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinative",1,2,3 ], "from which compounds and inflected forms are built up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,1,1 ], "referring to an authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,1,1 ], "to settle or decide (an argument, question, etc|) conclusively, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,2,1 ], "to ascertain or conclude, esp| after observation or consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,3,1 ], "to shape or influence; give direction to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,4,1 ], "to fix in scope, extent, variety, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,4,2 ], "to make or cause to make a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,5,1 ], "characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,5,1 ], "to define or limit (a notion) by adding or requiring certain features or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,6,1 ], "to fix or specify the position, form, or configuration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,6,2 ], "to come or bring to an end, as an estate or interest in land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determine",1,7,1 ], "to decide (a legal action or dispute)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determined",1,1,1 ], "of unwavering mind; resolute; firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determiner",1,1,1 ], "a word, such as a number, an article, or all, that determines the referent or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determiner",1,1,1 ], "referents of a noun phrase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determiner",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that determines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "determinism",1,1,1 ], "inevitable consequence of antecedent sufficient causes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "determinism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical doctrine that all acts, choices, and events are the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deterrent",1,1,1 ], "something that deters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deterrent",1,1,2 ], "a weapon or combination of weapons, esp| nuclear, held by one state, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deterrent",1,1,2 ], "deter attack by another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deterrent",1,2,1 ], "tending or used to deter; restraining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detest",1,1,1 ], "to dislike intensely loathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detestable",1,1,1 ], "being or deserving to be abhorred or detested; abominable; odious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detestation",1,1,1 ], "intense hatred; abhorrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detestation",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is detested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dethrone",1,1,1 ], "to remove from a throne or deprive of any high position or title depose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detinue",1,1,1 ], "an action brought by a plaintiff to recover goods wrongfully detained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detonate",1,1,1 ], "explode; set off or be set off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detonate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a bomb, mine, etc|) to explode or (of a bomb, mine, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detonation",1,1,1 ], "an explosion or the act of exploding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detonation",1,1,2 ], "mixture before it has been reached by the flame front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detonation",1,1,2 ], "the spontaneous combustion in an internal-combustion engine of part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detonation",1,1,3 ], "rapid combustion, esp| that occurring within a shock wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detonator",1,1,1 ], "a small amount of explosive, as in a percussion cap, used to initiate a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detonator",1,1,1 ], "explosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detonator",1,1,2 ], "a device, such as an electrical generator, used to set off an explosion from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detonator",1,1,2 ], "distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detonator",1,1,3 ], "a substance or object that explodes or is capable of exploding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detour",1,1,1 ], "a deviation from a direct, usually shorter route or course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detour",1,2,1 ], "to deviate or cause to deviate from a direct route or course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detoxicate",1,1,1 ], "to rid (a patient) of a poison or its effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detoxicate",1,1,2 ], "to counteract (a poison)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detoxify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove poison from; detoxicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detract",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by from) to take away a part (of); diminish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detract",1,2,1 ], "to distract or divert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detract",1,3,1 ], "to belittle or disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detraction",1,1,1 ], "a person, thing, circumstance, etc|, that detracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detraction",1,1,2 ], "slander; disparagement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detraction",1,1,2 ], "the act of discrediting or detracting from another's reputation, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detrain",1,1,1 ], "to leave or cause to leave a railway train, as passengers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detribalize",1,1,1 ], "religious, or other organizational features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detribalize",1,1,1 ], "to cause members of a tribe to lose their characteristic customs or social," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detribalize",1,1,2 ], "to cause tribal people to adopt urban ways of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detriment",1,1,1 ], "disadvantage or damage; harm; loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detriment",1,1,2 ], "a cause of disadvantage or damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detrimental",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by to) harmful injurious prejudicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detrition",1,1,1 ], "the act of rubbing or wearing away by friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detritus",1,1,1 ], "a loose mass of stones, silt, etc|, worn away from rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detritus",1,1,2 ], "an accumulation of disintegrated material or debris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detrude",1,1,1 ], "to force down or thrust away or out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detruncate",1,1,1 ], "another word for truncate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "detumescence",1,1,1 ], "penis, to the flaccid state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "detumescence",1,1,1 ], "the subsidence of a swelling, esp| the return of a swollen organ, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuce",1,1,1,1 ], "a playing card or dice with two pips or spots; two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuce",1,1,1,2 ], "a throw of two in dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuce",1,1,2 ], "a tied score (in tennis 40-all) that requires one player to gain two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuce",1,1,2 ], "successive points to win the game|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deuce",2,1,1 ], "an expression of annoyance or frustration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuce",2,2,1 ], "the deuce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuce",2,2,2 ], "(intensifier): used in such phrases as what the deuce, where the deuce, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuced" ,1, 1, 1],"(intensifier, usually qualifying something undesirable) damned; confounded",1). c_DEF([ "deuced" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "deuced" ,1, 2, 2],"m?-!deucedly",1). c_DEF([ "deus ex machina",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek and Roman drama) a god introduced into a play to resolve the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deus ex machina",1,1,1 ], "plot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deus ex machina",1,1,2 ], "any unlikely or artificial device serving this purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuteragonist",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek drama) the character next in importance to the protagonist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuteragonist",1,1,1 ], "esp| the antagonist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deuteranope",1,1,1 ], "a person who has deuteranopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuteranopia",1,1,1 ], "inability to see the colour green; green blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuterate",1,1,1 ], "to treat or combine with deuterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuteride",1,1,1 ], "a compound of deuterium with some other element| It is analogous to a hydride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuterium oxide",1,1,1 ], "another name for heavy water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuterium",1,1,1 ], "'2H; atomic no|: 1; atomic wt|: 2|014; boiling pt|: -249|7 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "deuterium",1,1,1 ], "a stable isotope of hydrogen, occurring in natural hydrogen (156 parts per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuterium",1,1,1 ], "million) and in heavy water: used as a tracer in chemistry and biology| Symbol: D or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deutero-",1,1,1 ], "second or secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deutero-",1,1,2 ], "(in chemistry) indicating the presence of deuterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuterogamy",1,1,1 ], "another word for digamy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deuteron",1,1,1 ], "the nucleus of a deuterium atom, consisting of one proton and one neutron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deutoplasm",1,1,1 ], "nutritive material in a cell, esp| the yolk in a developing ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deutzia",1,1,1 ], "any saxifragaceous shrub of the genus Deutzia: cultivated for their clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deutzia",1,1,1 ], "of white or pink spring-blooming flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deva",1,1,1 ], "(in Hinduism and Buddhism) a divine being or god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devaluation",1,1,1 ], "a decrease in the exchange value of a currency against gold or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devaluation",1,1,1 ], "currencies, brought about by a government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devaluation",1,1,2 ], "a reduction in value, status, importance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devalue",1,1,1 ], "to reduce (a currency) or (of a currency) be reduced in exchange value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devalue",1,2,1 ], "to reduce the value or worth of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devastate",1,1,1 ], "to lay waste or make desolate; ravage; destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devastate",1,1,2 ], "to confound or overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,1,1 ], "to come or bring to a later or more advanced or expanded stage; grow or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,1,1 ], "to grow gradually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,2,1 ], "to elaborate or work out in detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,2,2 ], "etc|) to be gradually disclosed or unfolded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,2,2 ], "to disclose or unfold (thoughts, a plot, etc|) gradually or (of thoughts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,2,3 ], "to come or bring into existence; generate or be generated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,3,1 ], "to improve the value or change the use of (land), as by building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,4,1,1 ], "image in such material) with chemical solutions in order to produce a visible image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,4,1,1 ], "to treat (film, plate, or paper previously exposed to light, or the latent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,4,1,2 ], "to process (photographic material) in order to produce negatives and prints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,4,2 ], "of an individual or the evolution of a species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,4,2 ], "to progress or cause to progress from simple to complex stages in the growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,5,1 ], "to elaborate upon (a musical theme) by varying the melody, key, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,6,1 ], "to expand (a function or expression) in the form of a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,7,1 ], "shrinking any element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,7,1 ], "to project or roll out (a surface) onto a plane without stretching or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,7,2 ], "to bring (a piece) into play from its initial position on the back rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,8,1 ], "to contract (a disease or illness)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "develop",1,9,1 ], "to disclose or reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "developer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that develops something, esp| a person who develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "developer",1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "developer",1,1,2 ], "a solution of a chemical reducing agent that converts the latent image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "developer",1,1,2 ], "recorded in the emulsion of a film or paper into a visible image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of growing, progressing, or developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,2 ], "the product or result of developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,3 ], "a fact, event, or happening, esp| one that changes a situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,4 ], "an area or tract of land that has been developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,5 ], "the section of a movement, usually in sonata form, in which the basic musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,5 ], "themes are developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,5,1 ], "the process of developing pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,5,2 ], "the manner in which they are developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,5,3 ], "attacking potential or defensive efficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "development",1,1,5,3 ], "the position of the pieces in the early part of a game with reference to their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devest",1,1,1 ], "a rare variant spelling of divest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviant",1,1,1 ], "deviating, as from what is considered acceptable behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviant",1,2,1 ], "a person whose behaviour, esp| sexual behaviour, deviates from what is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviant",1,2,1 ], "considered to be acceptable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deviate",1,1,1 ], "to differ or diverge or cause to differ or diverge, as in belief or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviate",1,1,2 ], "to turn aside or cause to turn aside; diverge or cause to diverge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviate",1,2,1 ], "to depart from an accepted standard or convention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviate",1,4,1 ], "another word for deviant ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviation",1,1,1 ], "an act or result of deviating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviation",1,1,2 ], "arithmetic mean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "deviation",1,1,2 ], "the difference between an observed value in a series of such values and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviation",1,1,3 ], "the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "deviationism",1,1,1 ], "ideological deviation (esp| from orthodox Communism)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,1 ], "a machine or tool used for a specific task; contrivance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,2 ], "a plan or plot, esp| a clever or evil one; scheme; trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,3 ], "any ornamental pattern or picture, as in embroidery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,4 ], "a written, printed, or painted design or figure, used as a heraldic sign," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,4 ], "emblem, trademark, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,5 ], "a particular pattern of words, figures of speech, etc|, used in literature to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,5 ], "produce an effect on the reader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of planning or devising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,7 ], "leave to his own devices| to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "device",1,1,8 ], "(someone) alone to do as he wishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,1 ], "hell and often depicted as a human figure with horns, cloven hoofs, and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,1 ], "the chief spirit of evil and enemy of God, often represented as the ruler of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,10 ], "any of various mechanical devices, such as a machine for making wooden screws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,10 ], "or a rag-tearing machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,11 ], "(in England) a junior barrister who does work for another in order to gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,11 ], "experience, usually for a half fee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,12 ], "alternatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,12 ], "between the devil and the deep blue sea| between equally undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,13 ], "devil of a| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,14 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,15 ], "give the devil his due| to acknowledge the talent or the success of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,15 ], "opponent or unpleasant person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,16 ], "go to the devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,16,1 ], "to fail or become dissipated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,16,2 ], "used to express annoyance with the person causing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,17 ], "like the devil| with great speed, determination, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,18 ], "play the devil with| Informal| to make much worse; upset considerably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,19 ], "raise the devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,19,1 ], "to cause a commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,19,2 ], "to make a great protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,2 ], "belief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,2 ], "one of the subordinate evil spirits of traditional Jewish and Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,20 ], "conversation appears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,20 ], "talk ,of the devil! used when an absent person who has been the subject of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,21 ], "the devil!(intensifier):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,21,1 ], "used in such phrases as ,what the devil, where the devil, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,21,2 ], "an exclamation of anger, surprise, disgust, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,22 ], "the devil's own| a very difficult or problematic (thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,23 ], "(let)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,24 ], "fate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,24 ], "the devil take the hindmost| look after oneself and leave others to their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,25 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,25 ], "the devil to pay| problems or trouble to be faced as a consequence of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,26 ], "the very devil| something very difficult or awkward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,3 ], "a person or animal regarded as cruel, wicked, or ill-natured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,4 ], "a person or animal regarded as unfortunate or wretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,5 ], "a person or animal regarded as clever, daring, mischievous, or energetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,6 ], "something difficult or annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,7 ], "death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,7 ], "the opposite of truth; an error, lie, or false belief in sin, sickness, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,8 ], "(in Malaysia) a ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,9 ], "a portable furnace or brazier, esp| one used in road-making or one used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,1,9 ], "plumbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,2,2 ], "to harass, vex, torment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,2,3 ], "(tr|) to prepare (esp| meat, poultry, or fish) by coating with a highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,2,3 ], "flavoured spiced paste or mixture of condiments before cooking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,2,4 ], "(tr|) to tear (rags) with a devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,2,5 ], "(intr|) to serve as a printer's devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,2,7 ], "to do hackwork, esp| for a lawyer or author; perform arduous tasks, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil",1,2,7 ], "without pay or recognition of one's services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil's advocate",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates an opposing or unpopular view, often for the sake of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil's advocate",1,1,1 ], "argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil's advocate",1,1,2 ], "canonization of a candidate| Technical name: promotor fidei (pr@@$u!m@@$ut@$$: f$I!de$Ii$:)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devil's advocate",1,1,2 ], "the official appointed to put the case against the beatification or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil's bit",1,1,1 ], "short for devil's bit scabious (see scabious#5%23)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil's coach-horse",1,1,1 ], "a large black rove beetle, Ocypus olens, with large jaws and ferocious habits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil's darning needle",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for a dragonfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil's food cake",1,1,1 ], "a rich chocolate cake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devil-may-care",1,1,1 ], "careless or reckless; happy-go-lucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devilfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for manta (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devilfish",1,1,2 ], "another name for octopus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devilish" ,1, 1, 1],"of, resembling, or befitting a devil; diabolic; fiendish",1). c_DEF([ "devilish" ,1, 3, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "devilish" ,1, 3, 2],"this devilish heat|?-!devilishly adv|?-!devilishness",1). c_DEF([ "devilment",1,1,1 ], "devilish or mischievous conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devilry",1,1,1 ], "reckless or malicious fun or mischief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devilry",1,1,2 ], "wickedness or cruelty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devilry",1,1,3 ], "black magic or other forms of diabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devils-on-horseback",1,1,1 ], "another name for angels-on-horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devious",1,1,1 ], "not sincere or candid; deceitful; underhand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devious",1,1,2 ], "(of a route or course of action) rambling; indirect; roundabout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devious",1,1,3 ], "going astray from a proper or accepted way; erring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devisable",1,1,1 ], "(of property, esp| realty) capable of being transferred by will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devisable",1,1,2 ], "able to be invented, contrived, or devised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devisal",1,1,1 ], "the act of inventing, contriving, or devising; contrivance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devise",1,1,1 ], "to work out, contrive, or plan (something) in one's mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devise",1,2,1 ], "to dispose of (property, esp| real property) by will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devise",1,3,1 ], "to imagine or guess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devise",1,4,1,1 ], "a disposition of property by will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devise",1,4,1,2 ], "the property so transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devise",1,4,2 ], "a will or clause in a will disposing of real property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devisee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom property, esp| realty, is devised by will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devisor",1,1,1 ], "a person who devises property, esp| realty, by will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devitalize",1,1,1 ], "to lower or destroy the vitality of make weak or lifeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devitrify",1,1,1 ], "to change from a vitreous state to a crystalline state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devitrify",1,1,2 ], "opaque" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devitrify",1,1,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose the properties of a glass and become brittle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devoice",1,1,1 ], "to make (a voiced speech sound) voiceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devoid",1,1,1 ], "destitute or void (of) free (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devoirs",1,1,1 ], "compliments or respects courteous attentions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolution",1,1,1 ], "the act, fact, or result of devolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolution",1,1,2 ], "a passing onwards or downwards from one stage to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolution",1,1,3 ], "another word for degeneration ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolution",1,1,4 ], "a transfer or allocation of authority, esp| from a central government to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolution",1,1,4 ], "regional governments or particular interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devolve",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by on, upon, to, etc|) to pass or cause to pass to a successor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolve",1,1,1 ], "substitute, as duties, power, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devolve",1,2,1 ], "(of an estate, etc|) to pass to another by operation of law, esp| on intestacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolve",1,2,1 ], "or bankruptcy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devolve",1,3,1 ], "to depend (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devolve",1,3,2 ], "to roll down or cause to roll down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devote",1,1,1 ], "to apply or dedicate (oneself, time, money, etc|) to some pursuit, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devote",1,1,2 ], "to curse or doom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devoted",1,1,1 ], "feeling or demonstrating loyalty or devotion; ardent; devout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devoted",1,2,1 ], "set apart, dedicated, or consecrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devotee",1,1,1 ], "a person ardently enthusiastic about or devoted to something, such as a sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devotee",1,1,1 ], "or pastime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devotee",1,1,2 ], "a zealous follower of a religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devotion",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) strong attachment (to) or affection (for a cause, person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devotion",1,1,1 ], "etc|) marked by dedicated loyalty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "devotion",1,1,2 ], "religious zeal; piety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devotion",1,1,3 ], "religious observance or prayers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devotional",1,1,1 ], "relating to, characterized by, or conducive to devotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devotional",1,2,1 ], "a short religious or prayer service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devour",1,1,1 ], "to swallow or eat up greedily or voraciously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devour",1,1,2 ], "to waste or destroy; consume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devour",1,1,3 ], "to consume greedily or avidly with the senses or mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devour",1,1,4 ], "to engulf or absorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devout",1,1,1 ], "deeply religious; reverent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "devout",1,1,2 ], "sincere; earnest; heartfelt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew point",1,1,1 ], "begins to form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dew point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature at which water vapour in the air becomes saturated and dew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew pond",1,1,1 ], "a small natural pond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew",1,1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dew",1,1,1,1 ], "drops of water condensed on a cool surface, esp| at night, from vapour in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew",1,1,1,2 ], "dewdrop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew",1,1,2 ], "something like or suggestive of this, esp| in freshness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew",1,1,3 ], "small drops of moisture, such as tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew",1,2,1 ], "to moisten with or as with dew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dew-worm",1,1,1 ], "any large earthworm that can be seen at night and is used as fishing bait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewan",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in India) the chief minister or finance minister of a state ruled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewan",1,1,1 ], "an Indian prince" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dewberry",1,1,1 ], "any trailing bramble, such as Rubus hispidus of North America and R| caesius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewberry",1,1,1 ], "of Europe and NW Asia, having blue-black fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dewberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any such plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewclaw",1,1,1 ], "a nonfunctional claw in dogs; the rudimentary first digit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewclaw",1,1,2 ], "an analogous rudimentary hoof in deer, goats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewdrop",1,1,1 ], "a drop of dew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewdrop",1,1,2 ], "a drop of mucus on the end of one's nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewlap",1,1,1 ], "a loose fold of skin hanging from beneath the throat in cattle, dogs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewlap",1,1,2 ], "loose skin on an elderly person's throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewy",1,1,1 ], "dewier, dewiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewy",1,1,2 ], "moist with or as with dew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewy",1,1,3 ], "of or resembling dew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewy",1,1,4 ], "suggesting, falling, or refreshing like dew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dewy-eyed",1,1,1 ], "naive, innocent, or trusting, esp| in a romantic or childlike way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexter",1,1,1 ], "of or located on the right side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexter",1,1,2 ], "of view and therefore on the spectator's left" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dexter",1,1,2 ], "of, on, or starting from the right side of a shield from the bearer's point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexter",1,1,3 ], "favourable, auspicious, or propitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexter",2,1,1 ], "a small breed of red or black cattle, originally from Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexterity",1,1,1 ], "physical, esp| manual, skill or nimbleness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexterity",1,1,2 ], "mental skill or adroitness: cleverness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexterity",1,1,3 ], "the characteristic of being right-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexterous",1,1,1 ], "possessing or done with dexterity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dexterous",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for right-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextral",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or located on the right side, esp| of the body; right-hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextral",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a person who prefers to use his right foot, hand, or eye;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextral",1,1,2 ], "right-handed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dextral",1,1,3 ], "(of the shells of certain gastropod molluscs) coiling in an anticlockwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextral",1,1,3 ], "direction from the apex; dextrorse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dextran",1,1,1 ], "a polysaccharide produced by the action of bacteria on sucrose: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextran",1,1,1 ], "substitute for plasma in blood transfusions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dextrin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of sticky substances that are intermediate products in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextrin",1,1,1 ], "conversion of starch to maltose: used as thickening agents in foods and as gums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dextro-",1,1,1 ], "on or towards the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextro-",1,1,2 ], "(in chemistry) indicating a dextrorotatory compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextroamphetamine",1,1,1 ], "a dextrorotatory amphetamine, used in medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextroglucose",1,1,1 ], "another name for dextrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextrogyrate",1,1,1 ], "having dextrorotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextrorotation",1,1,1 ], "a rotation to the right; clockwise rotation, esp| of the plane of polarization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextrorotation",1,1,1 ], "by an observer facing the oncoming light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dextrorotation",1,1,1 ], "of plane-polarized light passing through a crystal, liquid, or solution, as seen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dextrorse",1,1,1 ], "(of some climbing plants) growing upwards in a spiral from left to right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextrose",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble sweet-tasting crystalline solid that is the dextrorotatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dextrose",1,1,1 ], "animals| Formula: C6H12O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dextrose",1,1,1 ], "isomer of glucose, occurring widely in fruit, honey, and in the blood and tissue of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dextrous",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dexterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dey",1,1,1 ], "Algiers (1671-1830)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dey",1,1,1 ], "the title given to commanders or (from 1710) governors of the Janissaries of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dey",1,1,2 ], "a title applied by Western writers to various other Ottoman governors, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dey",1,1,2 ], "the bey of Tunis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dg",1,1,1 ], "decigram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dgag",1,1,1 ], "unconstrained in manner; casual; relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dgag",1,1,2 ], "uninvolved; detached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dhak",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian leguminous tree, Butea frondosa, that has bright red flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dhak",1,1,1 ], "and yields a red resin, used as an astringent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dhal",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African and Asian leguminous shrub, Cajanus cajan, cultivated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dhal",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions for its nutritious pealike seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dhal",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dharma",1,1,1 ], "social custom regarded as a religious and moral duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dharma",1,1,1,1 ], "the essential principle of the cosmos; natural law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dharma",1,1,1,2 ], "conduct that conforms with this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dharma",1,1,2 ], "ideal truth as set forth in the teaching of Buddha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dharna",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a form of sit-in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dhobi itch",1,1,1 ], "a tropical disease of the skin: a type of allergic dermatitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dhobi",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a washerman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dhole",1,1,1 ], "a fierce canine mammal, Cuon alpinus, of the forests of central and SE Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dhole",1,1,1 ], "having a reddish-brown coat and rounded ears: hunts in packs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dhoti" ,1, 1, 1],"dhooti, dhootie, or dhuti n",1). c_DEF([ "dhoti" ,1, 1, 2],"a long loincloth worn by men in India",1). c_DEF([ "dhow",1,1,1 ], "a lateen-rigged coastal Arab sailing vessel with one or two masts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "di-",1,1,1 ], "twice; two; double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "di-",1,1,1,1 ], "containing two specified atoms or groups of atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "di-",1,1,1,2 ], "a non-technical equivalent of bi- ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "di-",2,1,1 ], "variant of dia- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dia-",1,1,1 ], "through, throughout, or during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dia-",1,1,2 ], "across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dia-",1,1,3 ], "apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dia-",1,1,4 ], "(in botany) at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dia-",1,1,5 ], "in opposite or different directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabase",1,1,1 ], "an altered dolerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabase",1,1,2 ], "another name for dolerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabetes insipidus",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the pituitary gland causing excessive thirst and excretion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabetes insipidus",1,1,1 ], "large quantities of dilute urine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diabetes mellitus",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism characterized by excessive thirst and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabetes mellitus",1,1,1 ], "by a deficiency of insulin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diabetes mellitus",1,1,1 ], "excretion of abnormally large quantities of urine containing an excess of sugar, caused" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diabetes",1,1,1 ], "any of various disorders, esp| diabetes mellitus, characterized by excretion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabetes",1,1,1 ], "of an abnormally large amount of urine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diabetic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having diabetes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabetic",1,1,2 ], "for the use of diabetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabetic",1,2,1 ], "a person who has diabetes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diablerie",1,1,1 ], "magic or witchcraft connected with devils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diablerie",1,1,2 ], "demonic love or esoteric knowledge of devils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diablerie",1,1,3 ], "the domain of devils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diablerie",1,1,4 ], "devilry; mischief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or proceeding from the devil; satanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolic",1,1,2 ], "befitting a devil; extremely cruel or wicked; fiendish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolic",1,1,3 ], "very difficult or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolical",1,1,1 ], "excruciatingly bad; outrageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolical",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolism",1,1,1,1 ], "activities designed to enlist the aid of devils, esp| in witchcraft or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolism",1,1,1,1 ], "sorcery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diabolism",1,1,1,2 ], "worship of devils or beliefs and teachings concerning them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolism",1,1,1,3 ], "the nature of devils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolism",1,1,2 ], "character or conduct that is devilish or fiendish; devilry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolize",1,1,1,1 ], "to make (someone or something) diabolical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolize",1,1,1,2 ], "to subject to the influence of devils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolize",1,1,2 ], "to portray as diabolical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolo",1,1,1 ], "a game in which one throws and catches a spinning top on a cord fastened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diabolo",1,1,1 ], "two sticks held in the hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diabolo",1,1,2 ], "the top used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacaustic",1,1,1 ], "(of a caustic curve or surface) formed by refracted light rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacaustic",1,2,1 ], "a diacaustic curve or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacetylmorphine",1,1,1 ], "another name for heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diachronic",1,1,1 ], "historical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diachronic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or studying the development of a phenomenon through time;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacid",1,1,1 ], "another word for diacidic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacid",1,1,2 ], "(of a salt or acid) containing two acidic hydrogen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacid",1,2,1 ], "an acid or salt that contains two acidic hydrogen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacidic",1,1,1 ], "(of a base, such as calcium hydroxide Ca(OH)2 capable of neutralizing two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacidic",1,1,1 ], "protons with one of its molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaconal",1,1,1 ], "of or associated with a deacon or the diaconate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaconate",1,1,1 ], "the office, sacramental status, or period of office of a deacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacritic",1,1,1 ], "a sign placed above or below a character or letter to indicate that it has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacritic",1,1,1 ], "different phonetic value, is stressed, or for some other reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diacritic",1,2,1 ], "another word for diacritical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacritical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a diacritic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diacritical",1,1,2 ], "showing up a distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diactinic",1,1,1 ], "able to transmit photochemically active radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadelphous",1,1,1 ], "(of stamens) having united filaments so that they are arranged in two groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadelphous",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) having diadelphous stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadem spider",1,1,1 ], "Argiopidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diadem spider",1,1,1 ], "a common Eurasian spider, Araneus diadematus, that constructs orb webs: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadem",1,1,1 ], "a royal crown, esp| a light jewelled circlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadem",1,1,2 ], "royal dignity or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadem",1,2,1 ], "to adorn or crown with or as with a diadem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadromous",1,1,1 ], "of or possessing a leaf venation in the shape of a fan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diadromous",1,1,2 ], "(of some fishes) migrating between fresh and salt water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaeresis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dieresis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagenesis",1,1,1 ], "before they become consolidated into rocks, excluding all metamorphic changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diagenesis",1,1,1 ], "the sum of the physical and chemical changes that take place in sediments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagenesis",1,1,2 ], "recrystallization of a solid to form large crystal grains from smaller ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diageotropism",1,1,1 ], "a diatropic response of plant parts, such as rhizomes, to the stimulus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diageotropism",1,1,1 ], "gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diagnose",1,1,1 ], "to determine or distinguish by diagnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnose",1,2,1 ], "to examine (a person or thing), as for a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnosis",1,1,1,1 ], "future planning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diagnosis",1,1,1,1 ], "the identification of diseases from the examination of symptoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnosis",1,1,1,1 ], "thorough analysis of facts or problems in order to gain understanding and aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnosis",1,1,1,2 ], "an opinion or conclusion reached through such analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnosis",1,1,1,2 ], "an opinion or conclusion so reached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnosis",1,1,2 ], "a detailed description of an organism, esp| a plant, for the purpose of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnosis",1,1,2 ], "classification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diagnostic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or of value in diagnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnostic",1,2,1 ], "any symptom that provides evidence for making a specific diagnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnostic",1,2,2 ], "a diagnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnostician",1,1,1 ], "a specialist or expert in making diagnoses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagnostics",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of diagnosis, esp| of diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,1,1 ], "connecting any two vertices that in a polygon are not adjacent and in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,1,1 ], "polyhedron are not in the same face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,1,2 ], "slanting; oblique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,1,3 ], "marked with slanting lines or patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,2,1 ], "a diagonal line or plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,2,2 ], "any oblique row of squares of the same colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,2,3 ], "cloth marked or woven with slanting lines or patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,2,4 ], "something put, set, or drawn obliquely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,2,5 ], "another name for solidus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,2,6 ], "one front leg and the hind leg on the opposite side of a horse, which are on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagonal",1,2,6 ], "the ground together when the horse is trotting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diagram",1,1,1 ], "a sketch, outline, or plan demonstrating the form or workings of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagram",1,1,2 ], "a pictorial representation of a quantity or of a relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagram",1,2,1 ], "to show in or as if in a diagram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagraph",1,1,1 ], "a device for enlarging or reducing maps, plans, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diagraph",1,1,2 ], "a protractor and scale used in drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diag|",1,1,1 ], "diagram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diakinesis",1,1,1 ], "chromosomes start to separate after crossing over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diakinesis",1,1,1 ], "the final stage of the prophase of meiosis, during which homologous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dial gauge",1,1,1 ], "another name for an indicator ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 1],"representing units of time",2). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 1],"the face of a watch, clock, chronometer, sundial, etc|, marked with divisions",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"channel",2). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the control on a radio or television set used to change the station or",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"indicated by means of a pointer",2). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"the panel on a radio on which the frequency, wavelength, or station is",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 2],"the circular graduated disc of various measuring instruments",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 3],"a numbered disc on a telephone that is rotated a set distance for each digit",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 3],"of a number being called",2). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 4],"a miner's compass for surveying in a mine",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 1, 5],"a slang word for face ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 2, 1],"als, dialling, dialled or U|S| dials, dialing, dialed",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 2, 2],"his number) by operating the dial on a telephone",2). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 2, 2],"to establish or try to establish a telephone connection with (a subscriber or",1). c_DEF([ "dial" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to indicate, measure, or operate with a dial",1). c_DEF([ "dialect atlas",1,1,1 ], "another term for linguistic atlas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialect geography",1,1,1 ], "another term for linguistic geography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialect",1,1,1,1 ], "a form of a language spoken in a particular geographical area or by members of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialect",1,1,1,1 ], "a particular social class or occupational group, distinguished by its vocabulary," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dialect",1,1,1,1 ], "grammar, and pronunciation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dialect",1,1,1,2 ], "a form of a language that is considered inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialect",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectic",1,1,1 ], "discussion and logical disputation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dialectic",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of assessing the truth of a theory or opinion by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectic",1,1,2 ], "logical argumentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectic",1,1,3 ], "a variant of dialectics ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectic",1,1,4 ], "(in the writings of Kant) the attempt to determine objects beyond the limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectic",1,1,4 ], "of experience by use of the principles of understanding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dialectic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to logical disputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectical materialism",1,1,1 ], "Engels that combines traditional materialism and Hegelian dialectic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dialectical materialism",1,1,1 ], "the economic, political, and philosophical system of Karl Marx and Friedrich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to dialectic or dialectics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectics",1,1,1,1 ], "logic or a branch of logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectics",1,1,1,2 ], "any formal system of reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectics",1,1,2 ], "the rationale of dialectical materialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialectology",1,1,1 ], "the study of dialects and dialectal variations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diallage",1,1,1 ], "a green or brownish-black variety of the mineral augite in the form of layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diallage",1,1,1 ], "of platelike crystals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dialling tone",1,1,1 ], "a continuous purring heard over a telephone indicating that a number can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialling tone",1,1,1 ], "dialled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dialogism",1,1,1 ], "a deduction with one premiss and a disjunctive conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialogism",1,1,2 ], "a discussion in an imaginary dialogue or discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialogist",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes or takes part in a dialogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialogize",1,1,1 ], "to carry on a dialogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 1, 1],"conversation between two or more people",1). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 1, 2],"an exchange of opinions on a particular subject; discussion",1). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 1, 3],"the lines spoken by characters in drama or fiction",1). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 1, 4],"a particular passage of conversation in a literary or dramatic work",1). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 1, 5],"a literary composition in the form of a dialogue",1). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 1, 6],"a political discussion between representatives of two nations or groups",1). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 3, 1],"to put into the form of a dialogue",1). c_DEF([ "dialogue" ,1, 4, 1],"to take part in a dialogue; converse",1). c_DEF([ "dialyse",1,1,1 ], "to separate by dialysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialyser",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus used in dialysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dialysis",1,1,1 ], "colloids by osmosis of the crystalloids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dialysis",1,1,1 ], "the separation of the crystalloids from a solution containing crystalloids and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dial|",1,1,1 ], "dialect(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamagnet",1,1,1 ], "a substance exhibiting diamagnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamagnetic",1,1,1 ], "of, exhibiting, or concerned with diamagnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamagnetism",1,1,1 ], "electrons in the atoms of the material and is unaffected by temperature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diamagnetism",1,1,1 ], "than unity and a negative susceptibility| It is caused by the orbital motion of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diamagnetism",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon exhibited by substances that have a relative permeability less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamant",1,1,1 ], "decorated with glittering ornaments, such as artificial jewels or sequins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamant",1,2,1 ], "a fabric so covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamantine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling diamonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diameter",1,1,1,1 ], "a straight line connecting the centre of a geometric figure, esp| a circle or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diameter",1,1,1,1 ], "sphere, with two points on the perimeter or surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diameter",1,1,1,2 ], "the length of such a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diameter",1,1,2 ], "the thickness of something, esp| with circular cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diametral",1,1,1 ], "located on or forming a diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diametral",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for diametric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diametric",1,1,1 ], "of, related to, or along a diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diametric",1,1,2 ], "completely opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diametrically",1,1,1 ], "completely; utterly (esp| in the phrase diametrically opposed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamine",1,1,1 ], "any chemical compound containing two amino groups in its molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond anniversary",1,1,1 ], "a 60th, or occasionally 75th, anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond bird",1,1,1 ], "any small insectivorous Australian songbird of the genus Pardalotus, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond bird",1,1,1 ], "diamond-patterned plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diamond jubilee",1,1,1 ], "the celebration of a 60th, or occasionally 75th, anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond point",1,1,1 ], "a diamond-tipped engraving tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond snake",1,1,1 ], "a python, Morelia argus, of Australia and New Guinea, with yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond snake",1,1,1 ], "diamond-shaped markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diamond wedding",1,1,1 ], "the 60th, or occasionally the 75th, anniversary of a marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,1 ], "a figure having four sides of equal length forming two acute angles and two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,1 ], "a red lozenge-shaped symbol on a playing card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,1 ], "a usually colourless exceptionally hard allotropic form of carbon in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,1 ], "crystalline form that occurs in alluvial deposits and basic and ultrabasic rocks, esp| in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,1 ], "obtuse angles; rhombus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,1 ], "southern Africa| It is used as a precious stone and for industrial cutting or abrading" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,1 ], "the whole playing field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,2 ], "(modifier) rhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,2 ], "a card with one or more of these symbols or (when pl|) the suit of cards so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,2 ], "marked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,1,2 ], "the square formed by the four bases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a size of printer's type approximately equal to 4 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,3 ], "black diamond| an informal name for coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,4 ], "diamond cut diamond| an encounter between two equally able people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,1,5 ], "rough diamond| a person of fine character who lacks refinement and polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamond",1,2,1 ], "to decorate with or as with diamonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diamondback" ,1, 1, 1],"turtle",1). c_DEF([ "diamondback" ,1, 1, 2],"any edible North American terrapin of the genus Malaclemys, esp| M| terrapin,",1). c_DEF([ "diamondback" ,1, 1, 2],"family Emydidae",3). c_DEF([ "diamondback" ,1, 1, 2],"occurring in brackish and tidal waters and having diamond-shaped markings on the shell:",2). c_DEF([ "diamondback" ,1, 1, 3],"a large North American rattlesnake, Crotalus adamanteus, having cream-and-grey",1). c_DEF([ "diamondback" ,1, 1, 3],"diamond-shaped markings",2). c_DEF([ "diam|",1,1,1 ], "diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diandrous",1,1,1 ], "(of some flowers or flowering plants) having two stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dianetics",1,1,1 ], "the former name for scientology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dianoetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to thought, esp| to discursive as opposed to intuitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dianoetic",1,1,1 ], "reasoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dianoia",1,1,1 ], "perception and experience regarded as lower modes of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dianoia",1,1,2 ], "the faculty of discursive reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dianthus",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian caryophyllaceous plant of the widely cultivated genus Dianthus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dianthus",1,1,1 ], "such as the carnation, pink, and sweet william" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,1 ], "compass of a pipe organ that give it its characteristic tone colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,1 ], "either of two stops (open and stopped diapason) usually found throughout the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,2 ], "the compass of an instrument or voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,3 ], "(chiefly in French usage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,3,1 ], "a standard pitch used for tuning, esp| the now largely obsolete one of A above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,3,1 ], "middle C = 435 hertz, known as diapason normal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,3,2 ], "a tuning fork or pitch pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapason",1,1,4 ], "(in classical Greece) an octave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapause",1,1,1 ], "a period of suspended development and growth accompanied by decreased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapause",1,1,1 ], "metabolism in insects and some other animals| It is correlated with seasonal changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diapedesis",1,1,1 ], "the passage of blood cells through the unruptured wall of a blood vessel into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapedesis",1,1,1 ], "the surrounding tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diapente",1,1,1 ], "(in classical Greece) the interval of a perfect fifth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaper",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for nappy ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaper",1,1,1,1 ], "a woven pattern on fabric consisting of a small repeating design, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaper",1,1,1,1 ], "diamonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaper",1,1,1,2 ], "fabric having such a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaper",1,1,1,3 ], "such a pattern, used as decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaper",1,2,1 ], "to decorate with such a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphanous",1,1,1 ], "(usually of fabrics such as silk) fine and translucent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphanous",1,1,2 ], "indistinct; vague; blurred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphone",1,1,1,1 ], "the set of all realizations of a given phoneme in a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphone",1,1,1,2 ], "one of any number of corresponding sounds in different dialects of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphone",1,1,2 ], "a foghorn that emits a two-toned signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphony",1,1,1 ], "a style of two-part polyphonic singing; organum or a freer form resembling it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphony",1,1,2 ], "(in classical Greece) another word for dissonance ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphoresis",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for perspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphoresis",1,1,2 ], "perceptible and excessive perspiration; sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphoretic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or causing perspiration or sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphoretic",1,2,1 ], "a diaphoretic drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphototropism",1,1,1 ], "growth of a plant or plant part in a direction transverse to that of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphototropism",1,1,1 ], "light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,1 ], "any separating membrane, esp| the dome-shaped muscular partition that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,1 ], "separates the abdominal and thoracic cavities in mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,2 ], "a circular rubber or plastic contraceptive membrane placed over the mouth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,2 ], "the uterine cervix before copulation to prevent entrance of sperm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,3 ], "any thin dividing membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,4 ], "a disc with a fixed or adjustable aperture to control the amount of light or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,4 ], "other radiation entering an optical instrument, such as a camera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,5 ], "a thin disc that vibrates when receiving or producing sound waves, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,5 ], "convert sound signals to electrical signals or vice versa in telephones, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,5,1 ], "a porous plate or cylinder dividing an electrolytic cell, used to permit the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,5,1 ], "passage of ions and prevent the mixing of products formed at the electrodes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,5,2 ], "a semipermeable membrane used to separate two solutions in osmosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,6 ], "a transverse plate of cells that occurs in the stems of certain aquatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaphragm",1,1,6 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaphysis",1,1,1 ], "the shaft of a long bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapir",1,1,1 ], "an anticlinal fold in which the brittle overlying rock has been pierced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapir",1,1,1 ], "material, such as salt, from beneath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diapophysis",1,1,1 ], "the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diapositive",1,1,1 ], "a positive transparency; slide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diarch",1,1,1 ], "(of a vascular bundle) having two strands of xylem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by two states, individuals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diarist",1,1,1 ], "a person who keeps or writes a diary, esp| one that is subsequently published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diarrhoea",1,1,1 ], "frequent and copious discharge of abnormally liquid faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diarthrosis",1,1,1 ], "any freely movable joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diary",1,1,1 ], "a personal record of daily events, appointments, observations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diary",1,1,2 ], "a book for keeping such a record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diascope",1,1,1 ], "an optical projector used to display transparencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaspore",1,1,1 ], "a white, yellowish, or grey mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium oxide in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaspore",1,1,1 ], "orthorhombic crystalline form, found in bauxite and corundum| Formula: Al2O3|H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaspore",1,1,2 ], "any propagative part of a plant, esp| one that is easily dispersed, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaspore",1,1,2 ], "spore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diastalsis",1,1,1 ], "a downward wave of contraction occurring in the intestine during digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse starch to maltose| They are present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastase",1,1,1 ], "in germinated barley and in the pancreas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diastasis",1,1,1,1 ], "attached without fracture of the bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diastasis",1,1,1,1 ], "the separation of an epiphysis from the long bone to which it is normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastasis",1,1,1,2 ], "the separation of any two parts normally joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastasis",1,1,2 ], "the last part of the diastolic phase of the heartbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastema",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal space, fissure, or cleft in a bodily organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastema",1,1,2 ], "a gap between the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diaster",1,1,1 ], "poles of the spindle before forming daughter nuclei" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diaster",1,1,1 ], "the stage in cell division at which the chromosomes are in two groups at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastole",1,1,1 ], "during which they refill with blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diastole",1,1,1 ], "the dilation of the chambers of the heart that follows each contraction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastrophism",1,1,1 ], "folding, faulting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diastrophism",1,1,1 ], "movement of the earth's crust that gives rise to mountains, continents," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastyle",1,1,1 ], "having columns about three diameters apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diastyle",1,2,1 ], "a diastyle building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatessaron",1,1,1 ], "(in classical Greece) the interval of a perfect fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatessaron",1,1,2 ], "a conflation of the four Gospels into a single continuous narrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diathermancy",1,1,1 ], "the property of transmitting infrared radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diathermic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to diathermy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diathermic",1,1,2 ], "able to conduct heat; passing heat freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diathermy",1,1,1 ], "local heating of the body tissues with an electric current for medical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diathermy",1,1,1 ], "surgical purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diathesis",1,1,1 ], "a hereditary or acquired susceptibility of the body to one or more diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatom",1,1,1 ], "any microscopic unicellular alga of the class Bacillariophyceae, occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatom",1,1,1 ], "halves and impregnated with silica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diatom",1,1,1 ], "marine or fresh water singly or in colonies, each cell having a cell wall made of two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diatomaceous earth",1,1,1 ], "an unconsolidated form of diatomite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatomaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, consisting of, or containing diatoms or their fossil remains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatomic",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound or molecule)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatomic",1,1,1,1 ], "containing two atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatomic",1,1,1,2 ], "containing two characteristic groups or atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatomite",1,1,1 ], "a soft very fine-grained whitish rock consisting of the siliceous remains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatomite",1,1,1 ], "diatoms deposited in small ponds or lakes| It is used as an absorbent, filtering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diatomite",1,1,1 ], "medium, insulator, filler, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diatonic",1,1,1 ], "minor scales forming the basis of the key system in Western music" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diatonic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or based upon any scale of five tones and two semitones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatonic",1,1,1 ], "produced by playing the white keys of a keyboard instrument, esp| the natural major or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diatonic",1,1,2 ], "not involving the sharpening or flattening of the notes of the major or minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatonic",1,1,2 ], "scale nor the use of such notes as modified by accidentals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diatribe",1,1,1 ], "a bitter or violent criticism or attack; denunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatropism",1,1,1 ], "a response of plants or parts of plants to an external stimulus by growing at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diatropism",1,1,1 ], "right angles to the direction of the stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diazine",1,1,1 ], "any organic compound whose molecules contain a hexagonal ring of four carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diazine",1,1,1 ], "atoms and two nitrogen atoms, esp| any of three isomers with the formula C4N2H4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diazo" ,1, 1, 1],"group, -NN-",2). c_DEF([ "diazo" ,1, 1, 1],"of, consisting of, or containing the divalent group, NN, or the divalent",1). c_DEF([ "diazo" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to the reproduction of documents using the bleaching action of",1). c_DEF([ "diazo" ,1, 1, 2],"ultraviolet radiation on diazonium salts",2). c_DEF([ "diazo" ,1, 2, 1],"os or oes",1). c_DEF([ "diazo" ,1, 2, 2],"a document produced by this method",1). c_DEF([ "diazole",1,1,1 ], "any organic compound whose molecules contain a pentagonal ring of three carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diazole",1,1,1 ], "atoms and two nitrogen atoms, esp| imidazole (1,3-diazole) or pyrazole (1,1-diazole)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diazomethane",1,1,1 ], "a yellow odourless explosive gas, used as a methylating agent| Formula: CH2NN" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diazonium salt",1,1,1 ], "amines and used in dyeing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diazonium salt",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of compounds with the general formula ArNN'-M', where Ar is an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diazonium salt",1,1,1 ], "aryl group and M is a metal atom; made by the action of nitrous acid on aromatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diazonium",1,1,1 ], "(modifier) of, consisting of, or containing the group, Ar-NN-, where Ar is an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diazonium",1,1,1 ], "aryl group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diazotize",1,1,1 ], "salt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diazotize",1,1,1 ], "to cause (an aryl amine) to react with nitrous acid to produce a diazonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dib",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to fish by allowing the bait to bob and dip on the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibasic",1,1,1 ], "(of an acid, such as sulphuric acid, H\2SO\4) containing two acidic hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibasic",1,1,1 ], "atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dibasic",1,1,2 ], "(of a salt) derived by replacing two acidic hydrogen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibble",1,1,1 ], "a small hand tool used to make holes in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibble",1,1,1 ], "ground for planting or transplanting bulbs, seeds, or roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dibble",1,2,1 ], "to make a hole in (the ground) with a dibble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibble",1,2,2 ], "to plant (seeds, etc|) with a dibble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibble",2,1,1 ], "a variant of dib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibble",2,1,2 ], "a less common word for dabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibbuk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dybbuk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibranchiate",1,1,1 ], "cephalopod molluscs, including the octopuses, squids, and cuttlefish, having two gills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dibranchiate",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Dibranchiata, a group or former order of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibranchiate",1,2,1 ], "any dibranchiate mollusc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibromide",1,1,1 ], "any chemical compound that contains two bromine atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibs",1,1,1 ], "another word for jacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibs",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dibs",1,1,3 ], "rights (to) or claims (on): used mainly by children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicarboxylic acid",1,1,1 ], "any carboxylic acid that contains two carboxyl groups per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicast",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Athens) a juror in the popular courts chosen by lot from a list of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicast",1,1,1 ], "citizens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,1,1 ], "cubes of wood, plastic, etc|, each of whose sides has a different number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,1,1 ], "spots (1 to 6), used in games of chance and in gambling to give random numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,1,3 ], "small cubes as of vegetables, chopped meat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,1,4 ], "no dice| Slang, chiefly U|S| an expression of refusal or rejection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,2,1 ], "to cut (food, etc|) into small cubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,3,1 ], "to gamble with or play at a game involving dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,4,1 ], "to take a chance or risk (esp| in the phrase dice with death)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,5,1 ], "to abandon or reject (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dice",1,6,1 ], "to decorate or mark with dicelike shapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicentra",1,1,1 ], "any Asian or North American plant of the genus Dicentra, such as bleeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicentra",1,1,1 ], "heart and Dutchman's-breeches, having finely divided leaves and ornamental clusters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dicentra",1,1,1 ], "of drooping flowers: family Fumariaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dicephalous",1,1,1 ], "having two heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicey",1,1,1 ], "dicier, diciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicey",1,1,2 ], "difficult or dangerous; risky; tricky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichasium",1,1,1 ], "a cymose inflorescence in which each branch bearing a flower gives rise to two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichasium",1,1,1 ], "other flowering branches, as in the stitchwort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichlamydeous",1,1,1 ], "(of a flower) having a corolla and calyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichloride",1,1,1 ], "a compound in which two atoms of chlorine are combined with another atom or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichloride",1,1,1 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichlorodifluoromethane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless nonflammable gas easily liquefied by pressure: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichlorodifluoromethane",1,1,1 ], "propellant in aerosols and fire extinguishers and as a refrigerant| Formula: CCl2F2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane",1,1,1 ], "the full name for DDT" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicho-",1,1,1 ], "in two parts; in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichogamy",1,1,1 ], "preventing self-pollination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichogamy",1,1,1 ], "the maturation of male and female parts of a flower at different times," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichotomize",1,1,1 ], "to divide or become divided into two parts or classifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichotomy",1,1,1 ], "distinguished or opposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichotomy",1,1,1 ], "division into two parts or classifications, esp| when they are sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichotomy",1,1,2 ], "the division of a class into two mutually exclusive subclasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichotomy",1,1,3 ], "a simple method of branching by repeated division into two equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichotomy",1,1,4 ], "the phase of the moon, Venus, or Mercury when half of the disc is visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichroic",1,1,1 ], "(of a solution or uniaxial crystal) exhibiting dichroism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichroic",1,1,2 ], "another word for dichromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichroism",1,1,1 ], "a property of a uniaxial crystal, such as tourmaline, of showing a perceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichroism",1,1,1 ], "difference in colour when viewed along two different axes in transmitted white light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichroism",1,1,2 ], "a property of certain solutions as a result of which the wavelength (colour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichroism",1,1,2 ], "length of the path of the light within the solution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dichroism",1,1,2 ], "of the light transmitted depends on the concentration of the solution and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichroite",1,1,1 ], "another name for cordierite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichromate",1,1,1 ], "Cr2O'27'-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichromate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of dichromic acid| Dichromate salts contain the ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichromatic",1,1,1 ], "having or consisting of only two colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichromatic",1,1,2 ], "(of animal species) having two different colour varieties that are independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichromatic",1,1,2 ], "of sex and age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichromatic",1,1,3 ], "able to perceive only two colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichromaticism",1,1,1 ], "another name for dichroism ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichromic acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable dibasic oxidizing acid known only in solution and in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichromic acid",1,1,1 ], "dichromate salts| Formula: H2Cr2O7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dichromic",1,1,1 ], "of or involving only two colours; dichromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dichroscope" ,1, 1, 1],"an instrument for investigating the dichroism of solutions or crystals",1). c_DEF([ "dick",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dick",2,1,1 ], "a fellow or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dick",2,1,2 ], "clever dick| Brit| a person who is obnoxiously opinionated or self-satisfied;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dick",2,1,2 ], "know-all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dick",2,1,3 ], "a taboo word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dickens",1,1,1 ], "a euphemistic word for devil (used as intensifier in the interrogative phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dickens",1,1,1 ], "what the dickens)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dicker",1,1,1 ], "to trade (goods) by bargaining; barter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicker",1,2,1 ], "to negotiate a political deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicker",1,3,1,1 ], "a petty bargain or barter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicker",1,3,1,2 ], "the item or items bargained or bartered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicker",1,3,2 ], "a political deal or bargain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",1,1,1 ], "a woman's false blouse front, worn to fill in the neck of a jacket or low-cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",1,1,1 ], "dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",1,1,2 ], "a man's false shirt front, esp| one worn with full evening dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",1,1,3 ], "a bow tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",1,1,4 ], "an informal name for donkey, esp| a male one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",1,1,5 ], "a child's word for a bird, esp| a small one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",1,1,6 ], "a folding outside seat at the rear of some early cars| U|S| name: rumble seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",2,1,1 ], "dickier, dickiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicky",2,1,2 ], "in bad condition; shaky, unsteady, or unreliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diclinous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers and flowering plants) unisexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicotyledon",1,1,1 ], "any flowering plant of the group Dicotyledonae, having two embryonic seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicotyledon",1,1,1 ], "leaves and leaves with netlike veins| The group includes many herbaceous plants and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dicotyledon",1,1,1 ], "most families of trees and shrubs| Often shortened to dicot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dicrotic",1,1,1 ], "having or relating to a double pulse for each heartbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicta",1,1,1 ], "the plural of dictum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictate",1,1,1 ], "(d$Ik!te$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictate",1,1,2 ], "to say (messages, letters, speeches, etc|) aloud for mechanical recording or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictate",1,1,2 ], "verbatim transcription by another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictate",1,2,1 ], "to prescribe (commands, etc|) authoritatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictate",1,3,1 ], "to act in a tyrannical manner; seek to impose one's will on others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictate",1,4,1 ], "an authoritative command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictate",1,4,2 ], "a guiding principle or rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictation",1,1,1 ], "the act of dictating material to be recorded or taken down in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictation",1,1,2 ], "the material dictated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictation",1,1,3 ], "authoritative commands or the act of giving them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,1,1 ], "a ruler who is not effectively restricted by a constitution, laws, recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,1,1 ], "opposition, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,1,2 ], "an absolute, esp| tyrannical, ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Rome) a person appointed during a crisis to exercise supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,2 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,3 ], "a person who makes pronouncements, as on conduct, fashion, etc|, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,3 ], "regarded as authoritative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictator",1,1,4 ], "a person who behaves in an authoritarian or tyrannical manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictatorial",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of a dictator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictatorial",1,1,2 ], "tending to dictate; tyrannical; overbearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictatorship",1,1,1 ], "the rank, office, or period of rule of a dictator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictatorship",1,1,2 ], "government by a dictator or dictators" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictatorship",1,1,3 ], "a country ruled by a dictator or dictators" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictatorship",1,1,4 ], "absolute or supreme power or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diction",1,1,1 ], "the choice and use of words in writing or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diction",1,1,2 ], "the manner of uttering or enunciating words and sounds; elocution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary catalogue",1,1,1 ], "a catalogue of the authors, titles and subjects of books in one alphabetical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary catalogue",1,1,1 ], "sequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,1 ], "a reference book that consists of an alphabetical list of words with their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,1 ], "etymologies" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,1 ], "meanings and parts of speech, and often a guide to accepted pronunciation and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,1 ], "syllabification, irregular inflections of words, derived words of different parts of speech, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,2 ], "Such dictionaries often consist of two or more parts, in each of which the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar reference book giving equivalent words in two or more languages|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,2 ], "alphabetical list is given in a different language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,2 ], "a reference book listing words or terms of a particular subject or activity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,2 ], "giving information about their meanings and other attributes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,3 ], "a collection of information or examples with the entries alphabetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictionary",1,1,3 ], "arranged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dictum",1,1,1 ], "a formal or authoritative statement or assertion; pronouncement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dictum",1,1,2 ], "a popular saying or maxim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dict|",1,1,1 ], "dictation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dict|",1,1,2 ], "dictator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dict|",1,1,3 ], "dictionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicynodont",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct Triassic mammal-like reptiles having a single pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dicynodont",1,1,1 ], "tusklike teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "did",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of do ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didactic",1,1,1 ], "intended to instruct, esp| excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didactic",1,1,2 ], "morally instructive; improving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didactic",1,1,3 ], "(of works of art or literature) containing a political or moral message to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didactic",1,1,3 ], "which aesthetic considerations are subordinated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "didactics",1,1,1 ], "the art or science of teaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diddle",1,2,1 ], "to cheat or swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diddle",1,3,1 ], "an obsolete word for dawdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diddle",2,1,1 ], "to jerk (an object) up and down or back and forth; shake rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didgeridoo",1,1,1 ], "a native Australian wind instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didicoy",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) one of a group of caravan-dwelling roadside scrap-metal dealers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didicoy",1,1,1 ], "esp| one who breaks up old cars and sells the parts| Often called Gypsies, these" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "didicoy",1,1,1 ], "people are not true Romanies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "didn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of did not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dido",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|) Informal| an antic; prank; trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didst",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a form of the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didst",1,1,1 ], "tense of do ,1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "didymium",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of the metallic rare earths neodymium and praseodymium, once thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didymium",1,1,1 ], "to be an element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "didymium",1,1,2 ], "a mixture of rare earths and their oxides used in colouring glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didymous",1,1,1 ], "in pairs or in two parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didynamous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having four stamens arranged in two pairs of unequal length, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "didynamous",1,1,1 ], "the foxglove" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die down",1,1,1 ], "(of some perennial plants) to wither and die above ground, leaving only the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die down",1,1,1 ], "root alive during the winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die down",1,1,2 ], "to lose strength or power, esp| by degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die down",1,1,3 ], "to become calm or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die out",1,1,1 ], "(of a family, race, etc|) to die one after another until few or none are left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die out",1,1,2 ], "to become extinct, esp| after a period of gradual decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,1 ], "dies, dying, died" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,10 ], "to be nearly overcome (with laughter, boredom, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,11 ], "leading to eternal punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,11 ], "to lack spiritual life within the soul, thus separating it from God and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,2 ], "(mainly intr|)(of an organism or its cells, organs, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,3 ], "to cease all biological activity permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,4 ], "(of something inanimate) to cease to exist; come to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by away, down, or out) to lose strength, power, or energy, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,5 ], "by degrees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,6 ], "(often foll| by away or down) to become calm or quiet; subside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,7 ], "to stop functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,8 ], "to languish or pine, as with love, longing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,1,9 ], "(usually foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,1 ], "a saintly death)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,1 ], "to undergo or suffer (a death of a specified kind)(esp| in phrases such as die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by to) to become indifferent or apathetic (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,3 ], "never say die| Informal| never give up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,4 ], "die hard| to cease to exist after resistance or a struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,5 ], "die in harness| to die while still working or active, prior to retirement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,6 ], "be dying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,7 ], "(foll| by for or an infinitive) to be eager or desperate (for something or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",1,2,7 ], "do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,1,1 ], "a shaped block of metal or other hard material used to cut or form metal in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,1,1 ], "drop forge, press, or similar device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,1,2 ], "a tool of metal, silicon carbide, or other hard material with a conical hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,1,2 ], "through which wires, rods, or tubes are drawn to reduce their diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,2 ], "an internally-threaded tool for cutting external threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,3 ], "a casting mould giving accurate dimensions and a good surface to the object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,3 ], "cast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,4 ], "the dado of a pedestal, usually cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,5 ], "another name for dice ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,6 ], "has been taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die",2,1,6 ], "the die is cast| the decision that commits a person irrevocably to an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die-cast",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to shape or form (a metal or plastic object) by introducing molten metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die-cast",1,1,1 ], "centrifugal force" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "die-cast",1,1,1 ], "or plastic into a reusable mould, esp| under pressure, by gravity, or by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die-hard",1,1,1 ], "a person who resists change or who holds onto an untenable position or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "die-hard",1,1,1 ], "outdated attitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "die-hard",1,1,2 ], "obstinately resistant to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dieback" ,1, 1, 1],"a disease of trees and shrubs characterized by death of the young shoots,",1). c_DEF([ "dieback" ,1, 1, 1],"bacteria or fungi",3). c_DEF([ "dieback" ,1, 1, 1],"which spreads to the larger branches: caused by injury to the roots or attack by",2). c_DEF([ "dieback" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar condition of herbaceous plants",1). c_DEF([ "dieback" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "diecious",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dioecious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dieldrin",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline insoluble substance, consisting of a chlorinated derivative of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dieldrin",1,1,1 ], "naphthalene: a contact insecticide| Formula: C12H8OCl6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dielectric constant",1,1,1 ], "another name for relative permittivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dielectric heating",1,1,1 ], "a technique in which an insulator is heated by the application of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dielectric heating",1,1,1 ], "high-frequency electric field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dielectric",1,1,1 ], "a substance or medium that can sustain an electric field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dielectric",1,1,2 ], "a substance or body of very low electrical conductivity; insulator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dielectric",1,2,1 ], "of, concerned with, or having the properties of a dielectric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diencephalon",1,1,1 ], "and associated areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the brain that includes the basal ganglia, thalamus, hypothalamus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dieresis",1,1,1 ], "first, as in some spellings of cooperate, naive, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dieresis",1,1,1 ], "indicate that it is to be pronounced separately rather than forming a diphthong with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dieresis",1,1,1 ], "the mark , in writing placed over the second of two adjacent vowels to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dieresis",1,1,2 ], "pronunciation is appropriate to a particular vowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dieresis",1,1,2 ], "this mark used for any other purpose, such as to indicate that a special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dieresis",1,1,3 ], "a pause in a line of verse occurring when the end of a foot coincides with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dieresis",1,1,3 ], "end of a word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dies non",1,1,1 ], "a day on which no legal business may be transacted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dies" ,1, 2, 1],"a variant spelling of caddie",1). c_DEF([ "diesel cycle",1,1,1 ], "a four-stroke cycle in which combustion takes place at constant pressure and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel cycle",1,1,1 ], "heat is rejected at constant volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diesel engine",1,1,1 ], "a type of internal-combustion engine in which atomized fuel oil is sprayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel engine",1,1,1 ], "into the cylinder and ignited by compression alone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diesel oil",1,1,1 ], "a fuel obtained from petroleum distillation that is used in diesel engines| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel oil",1,1,1 ], "has a relatively low ignition temperature (540 degrees C) and is ignited by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diesel oil",1,1,1 ], "heat of compression" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diesel",1,1,1 ], "a ship, locomotive, lorry, etc|, driven by a diesel engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel",1,1,2 ], "short for diesel oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel-electric",1,1,1 ], "a locomotive fitted with a diesel engine driving an electric generator that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel-electric",1,1,1 ], "feeds electric traction motors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diesel-electric",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to such a locomotive or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel-hydraulic",1,1,1 ], "a locomotive driven by a diesel engine through hydraulic transmission and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesel-hydraulic",1,1,1 ], "torque converters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diesel-hydraulic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to such a locomotive or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for double dagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesis",1,1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek theory)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesis",1,1,2 ], "any interval smaller than a whole tone, esp| a semitone in the Pythagorean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesis",1,1,2 ], "scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diesis",1,1,2,2 ], "(in modern theory) the discrepancy of pitch in just intonation between an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diesis",1,1,2,2 ], "octave and either a succession of four ascending minor thirds (great diesis), or a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diesis",1,1,2,2 ], "succession of three ascending major thirds (minor diesis)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diestock",1,1,1 ], "the device holding the dies used to cut an external screw thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diestrus",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of dioestrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",1,1,1,1 ], "a specific allowance or selection of food, esp| prescribed to control weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",1,1,1,1 ], "or in disorders in which certain foods are contraindicated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",1,1,2 ], "the food and drink that a person or animal regularly consumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",1,1,3 ], "regular activities or occupations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",1,2,1 ], "to follow or cause to follow a dietary regimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",2,1,1 ], "a legislative assembly in various countries, such as Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",2,1,2 ], "the assembly of the estates of the Holy Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",2,1,2,1 ], "the date fixed by a court for hearing a case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diet",2,1,2,2 ], "a single session of a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dietary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to a diet",1). c_DEF([ "dietary" ,1, 2, 1],"taries",1). c_DEF([ "dietary" ,1, 2, 2],"a regulated diet",1). c_DEF([ "dietary" ,1, 2, 3],"a system of dieting",1). c_DEF([ "dietetic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to diet or the regulation of food intake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dietetic",1,1,2 ], "prepared for special dietary requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dietetics",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study and regulation of food intake and preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diethyl ether",1,1,1 ], "a formal name for ether ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diethylstilboestrol",1,1,1 ], "another name for stilboestrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dietitian",1,1,1 ], "a person who specializes in dietetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differ",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by from) to be dissimilar in quality, nature, or degree (to);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differ",1,1,1 ], "vary (from)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differ",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by from or with) to be at variance (with); disagree (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differ",1,1,3 ], "to quarrel or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differ",1,1,4 ], "agree to differ| to end an argument amicably while maintaining differences of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differ",1,1,4 ], "opinion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being unlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,10 ], "split the difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,10,1 ], "to compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,10,2 ], "to divide a remainder equally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,11 ], "with a difference| with some peculiarly distinguishing quality, good or bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,2 ], "a specific instance of being unlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,3 ], "a distinguishing mark or feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,4 ], "a significant change in a situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,5 ], "a disagreement or argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,6 ], "a degree of distinctness, as between two people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,6,1 ], "the result of the subtraction of one number, quantity, etc|, from another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,6,2 ], "remainder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,6,2 ], "the single number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,7 ], "another name for differentia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,8 ], "an addition to the arms of a family to represent a younger branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,9 ], "make a difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,9,1 ], "to have an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,1,9,2 ], "to treat differently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,2,1 ], "to distinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difference",1,2,2 ], "to add a charge to (arms) to differentiate a branch of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "different",1,1,1 ], "partly or completely unlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "different",1,1,2 ], "not identical or the same; other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "different",1,1,3 ], "out of the ordinary; unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentia",1,1,1 ], "a feature by which two subclasses of the same class of named objects can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentia",1,1,1 ], "distinguished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differentiable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being differentiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiable",1,1,2 ], "possessing a derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential calculus",1,1,1 ], "derivatives and differentials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential calculus",1,1,1 ], "the branch of calculus concerned with the study, evaluation, and use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential coefficient",1,1,1 ], "another name for derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential equation",1,1,1 ], "an equation containing differentials or derivatives of a function of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential equation",1,1,1 ], "independent variable| A partial differential equation results from a function of more than" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential equation",1,1,1 ], "one variable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "differential gear",1,1,1 ], "one driving wheel to rotate faster than the other, as when cornering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential gear",1,1,1 ], "the epicylic gear mounted in the driving axle of a road vehicle that permits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential operator",1,1,1 ], "V,i6/6x,,j6/6y,,k6/6z, i, j, and k being unit vectors and 6/6x, 6/6y, and 6/6zthe partial derivatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential operator",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical operator, V, used in vector analysis, where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential operator",1,1,1 ], "of a function in x, y, and z" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "differential windlass",1,1,1 ], "a windlass employing the velocity ratio incurred in unwinding from a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential windlass",1,1,1 ], "drum while winding onto a larger drum rotating at a common speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or using a difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,1,2 ], "constituting a difference; distinguishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,1,3 ], "of, containing, or involving one or more derivatives or differentials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,1,4 ], "effects, motions, forces, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,1,4 ], "relating to, operating on, or based on the difference between two opposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,1 ], "a factor that differentiates between two comparable things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,1,1 ], "an increment in a given function, expressed as the product of the derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,1,1 ], "of that function and the corresponding increment in the independent variable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,1,2 ], "an increment in a given function of two or more variables, f, expressed as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,1,2 ], "corresponding variable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,1,2 ], "sum of the products of each partial derivative and the increment in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,2 ], "an epicyclic gear train that permits two shafts to rotate at different speeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,2 ], "while being driven by a third shaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,3 ], "forming a pay structure within an industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,3 ], "the difference between rates of pay for different types of labour, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,4 ], "(in commerce) a difference in rates, esp| between comparable labour services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differential",1,2,4 ], "or transportation routes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differentiate",1,1,1 ], "to serve to distinguish between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiate",1,1,2 ], "(in or between); discriminate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differentiate",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by between) to perceive, show, or make a difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiate",1,2,1 ], "to become dissimilar or distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiate",1,2,2 ], "to perform a differentiation on (a quantity, expression, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiate",1,3,1 ], "(of unspecialized cells, etc|) to change during development to more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiate",1,3,1 ], "specialized forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "differentiation",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or result of differentiating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiation",1,1,2 ], "an operation used in calculus in which the derivative of a function or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "differentiation",1,1,2 ], "variable is determined; the inverse of integration ,1,6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "difficult",1,1,1 ], "not easy to do; requiring effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficult",1,1,2 ], "not easy to understand or solve; intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficult",1,1,3 ], "hard to deal with; troublesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficult",1,1,4 ], "not easily convinced, pleased, or satisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficult",1,1,5 ], "full of hardships or trials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficulty",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficulty",1,1,2 ], "a task, problem, etc|, that is hard to deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficulty",1,1,3 ], "a troublesome or embarrassing situation, esp| a financial one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficulty",1,1,4 ], "a dispute or disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficulty",1,1,5 ], "an objection or obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficulty",1,1,6 ], "a trouble or source of trouble; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "difficulty",1,1,7 ], "lack of ease; awkwardness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffident",1,1,1 ], "lacking self-confidence; timid; shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffract",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo diffraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffraction grating",1,1,1 ], "a glass plate or a mirror with a large number of equidistant parallel lines or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffraction grating",1,1,1 ], "grooves on its surface| It causes diffraction of transmitted or reflected light," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffraction grating",1,1,1 ], "ultraviolet radiation, or x-rays" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diffraction",1,1,1 ], "a deviation in the direction of a wave at the edge of an obstacle in its path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffraction",1,1,2 ], "any phenomenon caused by diffraction and interference of light, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffraction",1,1,2 ], "formation of light and dark fringes by the passage of light through a small aperture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffractometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used in studying diffraction, as in the determination of crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffractometer",1,1,1 ], "structure by diffraction of x-rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!fju$:z)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,1,2 ], "to spread or cause to spread in all directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,1,3 ], "to undergo or cause diffusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,1,4 ], "to scatter or cause to scatter; disseminate; disperse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,2,1 ], "(d$I!fju$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,2,2 ], "spread out over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,2,3 ], "lacking conciseness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,2,4 ], "(esp| of some creeping stems) spreading loosely over a large area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuse",1,2,5 ], "characterized by or exhibiting diffusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffused junction",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor junction formed by diffusing acceptor or donor impurity atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffused junction",1,1,1 ], "into semiconductor material to form regions of p-type or n-type conductivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that diffuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,2 ], "a part of a lighting fixture consisting of a translucent or frosted covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,2 ], "or of a rough reflector: used to scatter the light and prevent glare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,3 ], "a cone, wedge, or baffle placed in front of the diaphragm of a loudspeaker to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,3 ], "diffuse the sound waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,4 ], "a duct, esp| in a wind tunnel or jet engine, that widens gradually in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,4 ], "direction of flow to reduce the speed and increase the pressure of the air or fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,5 ], "a light-scattering medium, such as a screen of fine fabric, placed in the path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,5 ], "lighting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,5 ], "of a source of light to reduce the sharpness of shadows and thus soften the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,6 ], "a perforated plate or similar device for distributing compressed air in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffuser",1,1,6 ], "aeration of sewage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion coefficient",1,1,1 ], "of a unit cube of a system when there is unit concentration difference between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion coefficient",1,1,1 ], "the rate at which a diffusing substance is transported between opposite faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion coefficient",1,1,1 ], "them| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of diffusing or being diffused; dispersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,2 ], "verbosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,2,1 ], "gases, liquids, and some solids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,2,1 ], "the random thermal motion of atoms, molecules, clusters of atoms, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,2,2 ], "medium to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,2,2 ], "the transfer of atoms or molecules by their random motion from one part of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,3 ], "refracted; scattering" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,3 ], "the transmission or reflection of electromagnetic radiation, esp| light, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,3 ], "which the radiation is scattered in many directions and not directly reflected or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,4 ], "differ from point to point in an enclosure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,4 ], "the degree to which the directions of propagation of reverberant sound waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,5 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusion",1,1,5 ], "the transmission of social institutions, skills, and myths from one culture to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by diffusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusivity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a substance to transmit a difference in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusivity",1,1,1 ], "capacity and density" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diffusivity",1,1,1 ], "temperature; expressed as the thermal conductivity divided by the product of specific heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diffusivity",1,1,1,1 ], "the ability of a substance to permit or undergo diffusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusivity",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for diffusion coefficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diffusivity",1,1,2 ], "another name for diffusion ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diff|",1,1,1 ], "difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diff|",1,1,2 ], "different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig in",1,1,1 ], "to provide (a defensive position) by digging foxholes, trenches, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig in",1,1,2 ], "to entrench (oneself) firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig in",1,2,1 ], "to defend or maintain a position firmly, as in an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig in",1,2,2 ], "dig one's heels in| Informal| to refuse stubbornly to move or be persuaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,1,1 ], "(earth, soil, etc|), esp| with a spade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to cut into, break up, and turn over or remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,1,2 ], "an implement or (of animals) with feet, claws, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,1,2 ], "to form or excavate (a hole, tunnel, passage, etc|) by digging, usually with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by through) to make or force (one's way), esp| by removing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,1,3 ], "obstructions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,2,1 ], "to obtain by digging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,3,1 ], "to find or discover by effort or searching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,4,1 ], "to thrust or jab (a sharp instrument, weapon, etc|); poke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,5,1 ], "to mix (compost, etc|) with soil by digging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,6,1 ], "to begin vigorously to consume or do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,6,2 ], "to like, understand, or appreciate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,7,1 ], "to work hard, esp| for an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,8,1 ], "to have lodgings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,9,1 ], "the act of digging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,9,2 ], "a thrust or poke, esp| in the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,9,3 ], "a cutting or sarcastic remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig",1,9,4 ], "an archaeological excavation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digamma",1,1,1 ], "a letter of the Greek alphabet () that became obsolete before the classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digamma",1,1,1 ], "numeral in later stages of written Greek, and passed into the Roman alphabet as F" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "digamma",1,1,1 ], "period of the language| It represented a semivowel like English W and was used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digamy",1,1,1 ], "a second marriage contracted after the termination of the first by death or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digamy",1,1,1 ], "divorce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digastric",1,1,1 ], "(of certain muscles) having two fleshy portions joined by a tendon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digastric",1,2,1 ], "a muscle of the mandible that assists in lowering the lower jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digenesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for alternation of generations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!d#f$est, da$I-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,1,2 ], "to subject (food) to a process of digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,2,1 ], "to assimilate mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,2,2 ], "heat, moisture, or chemicals; decompose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,2,2 ], "to soften or disintegrate or be softened or disintegrated by the action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,3,1 ], "to arrange in a methodical or systematic order; classify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,4,1 ], "to reduce to a summary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,5,1 ], "to tolerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,6,1 ], "a comprehensive and systematic compilation of information or material, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,6,1 ], "condensed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,6,2 ], "a magazine, periodical, etc|, that summarizes news of current events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digest",1,6,3 ], "a compilation of rules of law based on decided cases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestant",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as hydrochloric acid or a bile salt, that promotes or aids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestant",1,1,1 ], "digestion, esp| one used therapeutically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digester",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus or vessel, such as an autoclave, in which digestion is carried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digester",1,1,1 ], "out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digester",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for digestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digester",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that digests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being digested or easy to digest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestif",1,1,1 ], "a meal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digestif",1,1,1 ], "something, esp| a drink, taken as an aid to digestion, either before or after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestion",1,1,1 ], "agents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "digestion",1,1,1 ], "into easily absorbed and assimilated substances by the action of enzymes and other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digestion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process in living organisms of breaking down ingested food material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestion",1,1,2 ], "mental assimilation, esp| of ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestion",1,1,3 ], "the decomposition of sewage by the action of bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestion",1,1,4 ], "softening or decomposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digestion",1,1,4 ], "the treatment of material with heat, solvents, chemicals, etc|, to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestive biscuit",1,1,1 ], "a round semisweet biscuit made from wholemeal flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestive",1,1,1 ], "relating to, aiding, or subjecting to digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestive",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for digestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digestive",1,2,2 ], "short for digestive biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digged",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of dig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digger wasp",1,1,1 ], "and stocks it with live insects for the larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digger wasp",1,1,1 ], "any solitary wasp of the family Sphecidae that digs a nest hole in the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digger",1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or machine that digs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digger",1,1,2 ], "a miner, esp| one who digs for gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digger",1,1,3 ], "a tool or part of a machine used for excavation, esp| a mechanical digger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digger",1,1,3 ], "fitted with a head for digging trenches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diggings",1,1,1 ], "material that has been dug out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diggings",1,1,2 ], "a place where mining, esp| gold-mining, has taken place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diggings",1,1,3 ], "a less common name for digs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dight",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic| to adorn or equip, as for battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digit",1,1,1 ], "a finger or toe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digit",1,1,2 ], "any of the ten Arabic numerals from 0 to 9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digit",1,1,3 ], "another name for finger ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digit",1,1,4 ], "of an eclipse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digit",1,1,4 ], "one twelfth of the diameter of the sun or moon, used to express the magnitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital clock",1,1,1 ], "a clock or watch in which the hours, minutes, and sometimes seconds are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital clock",1,1,1 ], "indicated by digits, rather than by hands on a dial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digital computer",1,1,1 ], "an electronic computer in which the input is discrete rather than continuous," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital computer",1,1,1 ], "appropriate programming language and represented internally in binary notation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "digital computer",1,1,1 ], "consisting of combinations of numbers, letters, and other characters written in an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or possessing a digit or digits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,2 ], "performed with the fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,3 ], "numbers or other characters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,3 ], "operating by the use of discrete signals to represent data in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,4 ], "displaying information as numbers rather than by a pointer moving over a dial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,5 ], "responding to discrete values of input voltage and producing discrete output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,5 ], "voltage levels, as in a logic circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,1,6 ], "a less common word for digitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digital",1,2,1 ], "one of the keys on the manuals of an organ or on a piano, harpsichord, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitalin",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous amorphous white glycoside extracted from digitalis leaves and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitalin",1,1,1 ], "in treating heart disease| Formula: C36H56O14" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digitalis",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian scrophulariaceous plants of the genus Digitalis, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitalis",1,1,1 ], "foxglove, having bell-shaped flowers and a basal rosette of leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digitalis",1,1,2 ], "a drug prepared from the dried leaves or seeds of the foxglove: a mixture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitalis",1,1,2 ], "glycosides used medicinally as a heart stimulant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digitalism",1,1,1 ], "a serious condition resulting from digitalis poisoning, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitalism",1,1,1 ], "nausea, vomiting, and a disturbance in heart rhythm or rate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digitalize",1,1,1 ], "disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digitalize",1,1,1 ], "to administer digitalis to (a patient) for the treatment of certain heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitate",1,1,1 ], "(of compound leaves) having the leaflets in the form of a spread hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitate",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) having digits or corresponding parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitigrade",1,1,1 ], "(of dogs, cats, horses, etc|) walking so that only the toes touch the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitigrade",1,2,1 ], "a digitigrade animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitize",1,1,1 ], "by a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digitize",1,1,1 ], "to transcribe (data) into a digital form so that it can be directly processed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitoxin",1,1,1 ], "a white toxic bitter-tasting glycoside, extracted from digitalis leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitoxin",1,1,1 ], "used in medicine| Formula: C41H64O13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digitron",1,1,1 ], "a type of tube, for displaying information, having a common anode and several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digitron",1,1,1 ], "cathodes shaped in the form of characters, which can be lit by a glow discharge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diglot",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for bilingual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diglot",1,2,1 ], "a bilingual book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignified",1,1,1 ], "characterized by dignity of manner or appearance; stately; noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to invest with honour or dignity; ennoble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignify",1,1,2 ], "to add distinction to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignify",1,1,3 ], "title" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dignify",1,1,3 ], "to add a semblance of dignity to, esp| by the use of a pretentious name or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignitary",1,1,1 ], "a person of high official position or rank, esp| in government or the church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignity",1,1,1 ], "a formal, stately, or grave bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being worthy of honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignity",1,1,3 ], "relative importance; rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignity",1,1,4 ], "beneath one's dignity)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dignity",1,1,4 ], "sense of self-importance (often in the phrases stand (or be)on one's dignity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignity",1,1,5 ], "high rank, esp| in government or the church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dignity",1,1,6 ], "a person of high rank or such persons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digraph",1,1,1 ], "a combination of two letters or characters used to represent a single speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digraph",1,1,1 ], "sound such as gh in English tough" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "digress",1,1,1 ], "to depart from the main subject in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digress",1,1,2 ], "to wander from one's path or main direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digression",1,1,1 ], "an act or instance of digressing from a main subject in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digressive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by digression or tending to digress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "digs",1,1,1 ], "lodgings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dig|",1,1,1 ], "digest (book or summary)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dihedral",1,1,1 ], "having or formed by two intersecting planes; two-sided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dihedral",1,2,1 ], "the figure formed by two intersecting planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dihedral",1,2,2 ], "lateral axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dihedral",1,2,2 ], "the upward or downward inclination of an aircraft wing in relation to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dihedron",1,1,1 ], "another name for dihedral ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dihybrid",1,1,1 ], "genes; an individual heterozygous for two pairs of genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dihybrid",1,1,1 ], "the offspring of two individuals that differ with respect to two pairs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dihydric",1,1,1 ], "(of an alcohol) containing two hydroxyl groups per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dik-dik",1,1,1 ], "Africa, having an elongated muzzle and, in the male, small stout horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dik-dik",1,1,1 ], "any small antelope of the genus Madoqua, inhabiting semiarid regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dike",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of dyke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dikkop",1,1,1 ], "a South African name for stone curlew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diktat",1,1,1 ], "decree or settlement imposed, esp| by a ruler or a victorious nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diktat",1,1,2 ], "a dogmatic statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilapidate",1,1,1 ], "to fall or cause to fall into ruin or decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilapidated",1,1,1 ], "falling to pieces or in a state of disrepair; shabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilapidation",1,1,1 ], "the state of being or becoming dilapidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilapidation",1,1,1,1 ], "the state of disrepair of premises at the end of a tenancy due to neglect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilapidation",1,1,1,2 ], "the extent of repairs necessary to such premises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatancy",1,1,1 ], "a phenomenon caused by the nature of the stacking or fitting together of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatancy",1,1,1 ], "particles or granules in a heterogeneous system, such as the solidification of certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dilatancy",1,1,1 ], "sols under pressure, and the thixotropy of certain gels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dilatant",1,1,1 ], "tending to dilate; dilating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatant",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or exhibiting dilatancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatant",1,2,1 ], "something, such as a catheter, that causes dilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilate",1,1,1 ], "to expand or cause to expand; make or become wider or larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilate",1,2,1 ], "to speak or write at length; expand or enlarge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatometer",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring changes in dimension: often a glass bulb fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatometer",1,1,1 ], "changes of liquids" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dilatometer",1,1,1 ], "with a long stopper through which a capillary tube runs, used for measuring volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dilator",1,1,1 ], "bodily cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dilator",1,1,1 ], "something that dilates an object, esp| a surgical instrument for dilating a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilator",1,1,2 ], "a muscle that expands an orifice or dilates an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatory",1,1,1 ], "tending or inclined to delay or waste time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilatory",1,1,2 ], "intended or designed to waste time or defer action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dildo",1,1,1 ], "an object used as a substitute for an erect penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,1 ], "a situation necessitating a choice between two equal, esp| equally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,1 ], "undesirable, alternatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,2 ], "a problem that seems incapable of a solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,3 ], "a form of argument in which one premiss is a conjunction of two conditionals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,3 ], "and the second premiss is a disjunction containing one term (or its negative) from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,3 ], "each conditional| A simple example is if p then q and if r then q; either p or r;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,3 ], "therefore q" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,4 ], "on the horns of a dilemma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,4,1 ], "faced with the choice between two equal alternatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilemma",1,1,4,2 ], "in an awkward situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilettante",1,1,1 ], "a person whose interest in a subject is superficial rather than professional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilettante",1,1,2 ], "a person who loves the arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilettante",1,2,1 ], "of or characteristic of a dilettante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diligence",1,1,1 ], "steady and careful application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diligence",1,1,2 ], "proper attention or care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diligence",1,1,3 ], "the degree of care required in a given situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diligence",2,1,1 ], "a stagecoach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diligent",1,1,1 ], "careful and persevering in carrying out tasks or duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diligent",1,1,2 ], "carried out with care and perseverance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dill pickle",1,1,1 ], "a pickled cucumber flavoured with dill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dill",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous aromatic Eurasian plant, Anethum graveolens, with finely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dill",1,1,1 ], "dissected leaves and umbrella-shaped clusters of yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dill",1,1,2 ], "soups, etc|, and in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dill",1,1,2 ], "the leaves or seedlike fruits of this plant, used for flavouring in pickles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dill",1,1,3 ], "a fool; idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilly bag",1,1,1 ], "a small bag, esp| one made of plaited grass, etc|, often used for carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilly bag",1,1,1 ], "food| Sometimes shortened to dilly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dilly",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is remarkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilly-dally",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Informal| to loiter or vacillate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diluent",1,1,1 ], "causing dilution or serving to dilute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diluent",1,2,1 ], "a substance used for or causing dilution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilute",1,1,1 ], "to make or become less concentrated, esp| by adding water or a thinner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilute",1,1,2 ], "to make or become weaker in force, effect, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilute",1,2,1,1 ], "(of a solution, suspension, mixture, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilute",1,2,2 ], "admixture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dilute",1,2,2 ], "having a low concentration or a concentration that has been reduced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilute",1,2,2,2 ], "(of a substance) present in solution, esp| a weak solution in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilution",1,1,1 ], "the act of diluting or state of being diluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dilution",1,1,2 ], "a diluted solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diluvial",1,1,1 ], "of or connected with a deluge, esp| with the great Flood described in Genesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diluvial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to diluvium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diluvium",1,1,1 ], "a former name for drift ,1,12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,1,1 ], "badly illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,1,2 ], "not clearly seen; indistinct; faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,1,3 ], "having weak or indistinct vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,1,4 ], "lacking in understanding; mentally dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,1,5 ], "not clear in the mind; obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,1,6 ], "lacking in brilliance, brightness, or lustre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,1,7 ], "tending to be unfavourable; gloomy (esp| in the phrase take a dim view)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,2,2 ], "(tr|) to cause to seem less bright, as by comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim",1,2,3 ], "the U|S| word for dip ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dime novel",1,1,1 ], "(formerly)a cheap melodramatic novel, usually in paperback| Also (esp| Brit|):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dime novel",1,1,1 ], "penny-dreadful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dime",1,1,1 ], "a coin of the U|S| and Canada, worth one tenth of a dollar or ten cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dime",1,1,2 ], "a dime a dozen| very cheap or common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimenhydrinate",1,1,1 ], "C24H28ClN5O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dimenhydrinate",1,1,1 ], "a white slightly soluble bitter-tasting crystalline substance, used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimenhydrinate",1,1,1 ], "antihistamine and for the prevention of nausea, esp| in travel sickness| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,1 ], "a measurement of the size of something in a particular direction, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,1 ], "length, width, height, or diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,2 ], "scope; size; extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,3 ], "aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,4 ], "the number of coordinates required to locate a point in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,4,1 ], "mass, length, or time) raised to the appropriate power in a derived physical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,4,1 ], "quantity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,4,1 ], "the product or the quotient of the fundamental physical quantities (such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,4,2 ], "quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,1,4,2 ], "the power to which such a fundamental quantity has to be raised in a derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,2,1,1 ], "to shape or cut to specified dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimension",1,2,1,2 ], "to mark with specified dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimer",1,1,1,1 ], "a molecule composed of two identical simpler molecules (monomers)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimer",1,1,1,2 ], "a compound consisting of dimers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimercaprol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily liquid with an offensive smell, used as an antidote to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimercaprol",1,1,1 ], "lewisite and similar toxic substances| Formula: CH2(SH)CH(SH)CH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimerous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or divided into two segments, as the tarsi of some insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimerous",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) having their floral parts arranged in whorls of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimeter",1,1,1 ], "a line of verse consisting of two metrical feet or a verse written in this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimeter",1,1,1 ], "metre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimethylsulphoxide",1,1,1 ], "(CH\3)2SO" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dimethylsulphoxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless liquid substance used as a solvent and in medicine as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimethylsulphoxide",1,1,1 ], "an agent to improve the penetration of drugs applied to the skin| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimetric",1,1,1 ], "another word for tetragonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimidiate",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!m$Id$I$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimidiate",1,1,2 ], "divided in halves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimidiate",1,1,3 ], "having one of two sides or parts more developed than the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimidiate",1,2,1 ], "(d$I!m$Id$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimidiate",1,3,1 ], "to divide in half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimidiate",1,3,2 ], "to halve (two bearings) so that they can be represented on the same shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminish",1,1,1 ], "to make or become smaller, fewer, or less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminish",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a column, etc|) to taper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminish",1,3,1 ], "to decrease (a minor or perfect interval) by a semitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminish",1,3,2 ], "to belittle or be belittled; reduce in authority, status, etc|; depreciate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminished responsibility",1,1,1 ], "a plea under which proof of mental derangement is submitted as demonstrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminished responsibility",1,1,1 ], "lack of premeditation and therefore criminal responsibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diminished seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord often used in an enharmonic modulation and very common in modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminished seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "diminished seventh above the root| Often shortened to diminished seventh" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diminished seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "music, esp| jazz and pop music, consisting of a diminished triad with an added" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diminished",1,1,1 ], "reduced or lessened; made smaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminished",1,1,2 ], "denoting any minor or perfect interval reduced by a semitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminished",1,1,3 ], "denoting a triad consisting of the root plus a minor third and a diminished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminished",1,1,3 ], "fifth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diminished",1,2,1 ], "(esp| in jazz or pop music) denoting a diminished seventh chord having as its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminished",1,2,1 ], "root the note specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diminishingturns",1,1,1 ], "production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diminishingturns",1,1,1 ], "progressively smaller increases in output resulting from equal increases in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminuendo",1,1,1,1 ], "a gradual decrease in loudness or the musical direction indicating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminuendo",1,1,1,2 ], "a musical passage affected by a diminuendo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminuendo",1,2,1 ], "gradually decreasing in loudness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminuendo",1,2,2 ], "with a diminuendo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminution",1,1,1 ], "reduction; decrease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminution",1,1,2 ], "reduced in length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diminution",1,1,2 ], "the presentation of the subject of a fugue, etc|, in which the note values are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminutive",1,1,1 ], "very small; tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminutive",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting an affix added to a word to convey the meaning small or unimportant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminutive",1,1,1,1 ], "or to express affection, as for example, the suffix -ette in French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diminutive",1,1,1,2 ], "denoting a word formed by the addition of a diminutive affix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminutive",1,2,1 ], "a diminutive word or affix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diminutive",1,2,2 ], "a tiny person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimissory",1,1,1 ], "granting permission to be ordained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimissory",1,1,2 ], "granting permission to depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimity",1,1,1,1 ], "a light strong cotton fabric with woven stripes or squares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimity",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimmer",1,1,1 ], "a device, such as a rheostat, for varying the current through an electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimmer",1,1,1 ], "light and thus changing the illumination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimmer",1,1,1,1 ], "a dipped headlight on a road vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimmer",1,1,1,2 ], "a parking light on a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimorph",1,1,1 ], "either of two forms of a substance that exhibits dimorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimorphism",1,1,1 ], "leaves of some aquatic plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimorphism",1,1,1 ], "the occurrence within a plant of two distinct forms of any part, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimorphism",1,1,2 ], "the occurrence in an animal species of two distinct types of individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimorphism",1,1,3 ], "a property of certain substances that enables them to exist in two distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimorphism",1,1,3 ], "crystalline forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dimorphous",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) exhibiting dimorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimple",1,1,1 ], "a small natural dent or crease in the flesh, esp| on the cheeks or chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimple",1,1,2 ], "any slight depression in a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimple",1,1,3 ], "a bubble or dent in glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimple",1,2,1 ], "to make or become dimpled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimple",1,3,1 ], "to produce dimples by smiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dimwit",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or silly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim|",1,1,1 ], "dimension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim|",1,1,2 ], "diminuendo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dim|",1,1,3 ], "diminutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "din" ,1, 1, 1],"a loud discordant confused noise",1). c_DEF([ "din" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "din" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by into) to instil (into a person) by constant repetition",1). c_DEF([ "din" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to subject to a din",1). c_DEF([ "din" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to make a din",1). c_DEF([ "dinar",1,1,1 ], "100 centimes| Iraq: divided into 1000 fils| Jordan: divided into 1000 fils| Kuwait:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dinar",1,1,1 ], "1000 fils| Tunisia: divided into 1000 milliemes| Yugoslavia: divided into 100 paras" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dinar",1,1,1 ], "divided into 1000 fils| Libya: divided into l00 piastres| Southern Yemen: divided into" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dinar",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of the following countries| Algeria: divided into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinar",1,1,2 ], "an Iranian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a rial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinar",1,1,3 ], "a coin, esp| one of gold, formerly used in the Middle East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dine out",1,1,1 ], "to dine away from home, esp| in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dine out",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by on) to have dinner at the expense of someone else mainly for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dine out",1,1,2 ], "sake of one's knowledge or conversation about (a subject or story)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dine",1,1,1 ], "to eat dinner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dine",1,2,1 ], "to make one's meal (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dine",1,3,1 ], "to entertain to dinner;(esp| in the phrase to wine and dine someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diner",1,1,1 ], "a person eating a meal, esp| in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diner",1,1,2 ], "a small cheap restaurant, often at the roadside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diner",1,1,3 ], "short for dining car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dineric",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with the interface between two immiscible liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinette",1,1,1 ], "an alcove or small area for use as a dining room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding",1,1,1 ], "to ring or cause to ring, esp| with tedious repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding",1,2,1 ], "another word for din ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding",1,3,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the sound of a bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding",1,3,2 ], "slang, derogatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding",1,3,3 ], "an Italian or Greek immigrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding",1,3,4 ], "a party (the social event)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding-dong",1,1,1 ], "the sound of a bell or bells, esp| two bells tuned a fourth or fifth apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding-dong",1,1,2 ], "an imitation or representation of the sound of a bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding-dong",1,1,2,1 ], "a violent exchange of blows or words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding-dong",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ding-dong",1,2,1 ], "sounding or ringing repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingbat",1,1,1 ], "any unnamed object, esp| one used as a missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingbats",1,1,1 ], "the| delirium tremens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingbats",1,1,2 ], "give someone the dingbats| to make someone nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingbats",1,2,1 ], "crazy or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinge",1,1,1 ], "dinginess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinge",2,1,1 ], "derogatory slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinge",2,2,1 ], "a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinge",2,3,1 ], "of or relating to Negroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinghy",1,1,1 ], "any small boat, powered by sail, oars, or outboard motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingle",1,1,1 ], "a small wooded dell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingo",1,1,1 ], "a wild dog, Canis dingo, of Australia, having a yellowish-brown coat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingo",1,1,1 ], "resembling a wolf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dingo",1,1,2 ], "a cheat or coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingo",1,2,1,1 ], "to act in a cowardly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingo",1,2,1,2 ], "to drop out of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingo",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingo",1,2,3 ], "to let (someone) down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingy",1,1,2 ], "lacking light or brightness; drab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dingy",1,1,3 ], "dirty; discoloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dining car",1,1,1 ], "a railway coach in which meals are served at tables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dining room",1,1,1 ], "a room where meals are eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline compound existing in three isomeric forms, obtained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of dyes and plastics| Formula: C6H4(N0\2)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dinitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "reaction of benzene with nitric and sulphuric acids| The meta- form is used in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dinitrogen tetroxide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: N2O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dinitrogen tetroxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless gaseous substance that exists in equilibrium with nitrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinitrogen tetroxide",1,1,1 ], "dioxide| As the temperature is reduced the proportion of the tetroxide increases|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dink",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dink",1,1,2 ], "neat or neatly dressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dink",1,2,1,1 ], "to carry a second person on (a horse, bicycle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dink",1,2,1,2 ], "(of two people) to travel together on a horse, bicycle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinkum",1,1,1 ], "genuine or right (usually preceded by fair and used esp| as an interjection)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinkum",1,1,2 ], "dinkum oil| the truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinky",1,1,1 ], "dinkier, dinkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinky",1,1,2 ], "small and neat; dainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinky",1,1,3 ], "inconsequential; insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinky-di",1,1,1 ], "typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner jacket",1,1,1 ], "a man's semiformal evening jacket without tails, usually black with a silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner jacket",1,1,1 ], "facing over the collar and lapels| U|S| name: tuxedo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dinner service",1,1,1 ], "a set of matching plates, dishes, etc|, suitable for serving a meal to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner service",1,1,1 ], "certain number of people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dinner",1,1,1 ], "a meal taken in the evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner",1,1,2 ], "a meal taken at midday, esp| when it is the main meal of the day; lunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner",1,1,2,1 ], "a formal evening meal, as of a club, society, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner",1,1,2,2 ], "a public banquet in honour of someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner",1,1,3 ], "a complete meal at a fixed price in a restaurant; table d'hote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or used at dinner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner",1,1,5 ], "do like a dinner|Austral| informal| to do for, overpower, or outdo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinner-dance",1,1,1 ], "a formal dinner followed by dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinoceras",1,1,1 ], "another name for a uintathere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinoflagellate",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of unicellular biflagellate aquatic organisms forming a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinoflagellate",1,1,1 ], "class of algae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dinoflagellate",1,1,1 ], "constituent of plankton: can be regarded as an order of protozoans (Dinoflagellata) or a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dinoflagellate",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to dinoflagellates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinosaur",1,1,1 ], "any extinct terrestrial reptile of the orders Saurischia and Ornithischia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dinosaur",1,1,1 ], "many of which were of gigantic size and abundant in the Mesozoic era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dinothere",1,1,1 ], "Deinotherium), having a down-turned jaw with tusks curving downwards and backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dinothere",1,1,1 ], "any extinct late Tertiary elephant-like mammal of the genus Dinotherium (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dint",1,1,1 ], "by dint of| by means or use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dint",1,1,2 ], "a blow or a mark made by a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dint",1,2,1 ], "to mark with dints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dint",1,4,1 ], "a variant spelling of dent'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diocesan",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a diocese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diocesan",1,2,1 ], "the bishop of a diocese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diocese",1,1,1 ], "the district under the jurisdiction of a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioc|",1,1,1 ], "diocesan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioc|",1,1,2 ], "diocese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diode,",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor device containing one p-n junction, used in circuits for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diode,",1,1,1 ], "converting alternating current to direct current| More formal name: semiconductor diode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diode,",1,1,2 ], "anode and a cathode, between which a current can flow only in one direction| It was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diode,",1,1,2 ], "electrical circuits by the more efficient and reliable semiconductor diode" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "diode,",1,1,2 ], "formerly widely used as a rectifier and detector but has now been replaced in most" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diode,",1,1,2 ], "the earliest and simplest type of electronic valve having two electrodes, an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioecious",1,1,1 ], "(of some plants) having the male and female reproductive organs in separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioecious",1,1,1 ], "flowers on separate plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioestrus",1,1,1 ], "a period of sexual inactivity between periods of oestrus in animals that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioestrus",1,1,1 ], "several oestrous cycles in one breeding season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diol",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of alcohols that have two hydroxyl groups in each molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diopside",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or pale-green pyroxene mineral consisting of calcium magnesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diopside",1,1,1 ], "silicate in monoclinic crystalline form: used as a gemstone| Formula: CaMgSi2O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioptase",1,1,1 ], "a green glassy mineral consisting of hydrated copper silicate in hexagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioptase",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| Formula: H2CuSiO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioptometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring ocular refraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioptre",1,1,1 ], "a unit for measuring the refractive power of a lens: the reciprocal of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioptre",1,1,1 ], "focal length of the lens expressed in metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioptric",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with dioptrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioptric",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting refraction or refracted light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioptrics",1,1,1 ], "lenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioptrics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geometrical optics concerned with the formation of images by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diorama",1,1,1 ], "a miniature three-dimensional scene, in which models of figures are seen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diorama",1,1,1 ], "against a background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diorama",1,1,2 ], "a picture made up of illuminated translucent curtains, viewed through an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diorama",1,1,2 ], "aperture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diorama",1,1,3 ], "a museum display, as of an animal, of a specimen in its natural setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diorama",1,1,4 ], "a scene produced by the rearrangement of lighting effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diorite",1,1,1 ], "a dark coarse-grained igneous plutonic rock consisting of plagioclase feldspar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diorite",1,1,1 ], "and ferromagnesian minerals such as hornblende" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioxan",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble toxic liquid made by heating ethanediol with sulphuric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioxan",1,1,1 ], "acid; 1,4-diethylene dioxide: used as a solvent, esp| for waxes and cellulose acetate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioxan",1,1,1 ], "resins| Formula: (CH\2)2O(CH\2)2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dioxide",1,1,1 ], "any oxide containing two oxygen atoms per molecule, both of which are bonded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dioxide",1,1,1 ], "to an atom of another element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dioxide",1,1,2 ], "another name for a peroxide ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip circle",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring dip, consisting of a dip needle with a vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip circle",1,1,1 ], "circular scale of angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip needle",1,1,1 ], "a magnetized needle pivoted through its centre of gravity able to rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip needle",1,1,1 ], "field" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dip needle",1,1,1 ], "freely in a vertical plane, used to determine the inclination of the earth's magnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip out",1,1,1 ], "to fail to take part (in) or advantage (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip switch",1,1,1 ], "a device for dipping car headlights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,1,1 ], "to plunge or be plunged quickly or briefly into a liquid, esp| to wet or coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,10,1 ], "to make (a candle) by plunging the wick into melted wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,11,1 ], "retrieve an object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,11,1 ], "to plunge a container, the hands, etc|, into something, esp| to obtain or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,12,1 ], "to draw (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,13,1 ], "to dabble (in); play (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,14,1 ], "to select passages to read at random (from a book, newspaper, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,15,1 ], "(of an aircraft) to drop suddenly and then regain height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,16,1 ], "(of a rock stratum or mineral vein) to slope downwards from the horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,17,1 ], "(in children''s games) to select (a leader, etc|) by reciting any of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,17,1 ], "rhymes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,1 ], "the act of dipping or state of being dipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,10 ], "a creamy savoury mixture usually made from cheese, into which potato crisps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,10 ], "sticks of celery, etc|, are dipped before being eaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,11 ], "the angular distance of the horizon below the plane of observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,12 ], "a candle made by plunging a wick repeatedly into wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,13 ], "a momentary loss of altitude when flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,14 ], "(in gymnastics) a chinning exercise on the parallel bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,15 ], "a slang word for pickpocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,2 ], "a brief swim in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,2,1 ], "any liquid chemical preparation in which poultry, sheep, etc| are dipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,2,2 ], "any liquid preservative into which objects, esp| of wood, are dipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,3 ], "a preparation of dyeing agents into which fabric is immersed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,4 ], "a depression, esp| in a landscape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,5 ], "something taken up by dipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,6 ], "a container used for dipping; dipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,7 ], "a momentary sinking down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,8 ], "plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,8 ], "the angle of slope of rock strata, fault planes, etc|, from the horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,9 ], "makes with the horizontal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,9 ], "of the horizon; the angle that a magnetic needle free to swing in a vertical plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,18,9 ], "the angle between the direction of the earth's magnetic field and the plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,2,1 ], "to undergo a slight decline, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,3,1 ], "to slope downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,3,2 ], "to sink or appear to sink quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,4,1 ], "to switch (car headlights) from the main to the lower beam| U|S| word: dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,5,1,1 ], "or prevent infestation by insects, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,5,1,1 ], "to immerse (poultry, sheep, etc|) briefly in a liquid chemical to rid them of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,5,1,2 ], "to immerse (grain, vegetables, or wood) in a preservative liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,6,1 ], "to stain or dye by immersing in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,7,1 ], "to baptize (someone) by immersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,8,1 ], "electrolytic cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,8,1 ], "to plate or galvanize (a metal, etc|) by immersion in an electrolyte or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,9,1 ], "container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,9,1 ], "to scoop up a liquid or something from a liquid in the hands or in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip",1,9,2 ], "to lower or be lowered briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipeptide",1,1,1 ], "a compound consisting of two linked amino acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipetalous",1,1,1 ], "another word for bipetalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphase",1,1,1 ], "of, having, or concerned with two phases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphenyl",1,1,1 ], "another name for biphenyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphenylamine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble crystalline derivative of benzene, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphenylamine",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of dyes, as a stabilizer in plastics, etc| Formula: (C\6H\5)2NH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphenylhydantoin sodium",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble bitter-tasting powder used as an anticonvulsant in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphenylhydantoin sodium",1,1,1 ], "treatment of epilepsy| Formula: C15H11N2O2Na" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphosgene",1,1,1 ], "Formula: ClCOOCCl3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diphosgene",1,1,1 ], "an oily liquid with an extremely poisonous vapour, made by treating methanol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphosgene",1,1,1 ], "with phosgene and chlorinating the product: has been used in chemical warfare|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphtheria",1,1,1 ], "an acute contagious disease caused by the bacillus Corynebacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphtheria",1,1,1 ], "as the result of swelling of the throat and formation of a false membrane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diphtheria",1,1,1 ], "diphtheriae, producing fever, severe prostration, and difficulty in breathing and swallowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphthong",1,1,1 ], "a vowel sound, occupying a single syllable, during the articulation of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphthong",1,1,1 ], "from the position of (e) towards ($I)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "diphthong",1,1,1 ], "quality, as in the pronunciation of a in English late, during which the tongue moves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diphthong",1,1,1 ], "the tongue moves from one position to another, causing a continual change in vowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphthong",1,1,2 ], "Caesar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphthong",1,1,2 ], "a digraph or ligature representing a composite vowel such as this, as ae in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphthongize",1,1,1 ], "to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphthongize",1,1,2 ], "(a simple vowel) into a diphthong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphycercal",1,1,1 ], "extending to the tip, as in primitive fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphycercal",1,1,1 ], "of or possessing a symmetrical or pointed tail with the vertebral column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphyletic",1,1,1 ], "or plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diphyletic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characterized by descent from two ancestral groups of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphyllous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain plants) having two leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diphyodont",1,1,1 ], "having two successive sets of teeth, as mammals (including man)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplegia",1,1,1 ], "paralysis of corresponding parts on both sides of the body; bilateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplegia",1,1,1 ], "paralysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplex",1,1,1 ], "permitting the transmission or reception of two signals simultaneously in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplex",1,1,1 ], "same direction over a radio or telecommunications channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplo-",1,1,1 ], "double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diploblastic",1,1,1 ], "(of jellyfish, corals, and other coelenterates) having a body developed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diploblastic",1,1,1 ], "only two germ layers (ectoderm and endoderm)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplocardiac",1,1,1 ], "(of birds and mammals) having a four-chambered heart, which enables two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplocardiac",1,1,1 ], "separate circulations and prevents mixing of the arterial and venous blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplococcus",1,1,1 ], "Lactobacillaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diplococcus",1,1,1 ], "any of various spherical Gram-positive bacteria that occur in pairs, esp| any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplococcus",1,1,1 ], "of the genus Diplococcus, such as D| pneumoniae, which causes pneumonia: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplodocus" ,1, 3, 1],"Sauropoda (sauropods)",3). c_DEF([ "diplodocus" ,1, 3, 1],"any herbivorous quadrupedal late Jurassic dinosaur of the genus Diplodocus,",1). c_DEF([ "diplodocus" ,1, 3, 1],"characterized by a very long neck and tail and a total body length of 27 metres: suborder",2). c_DEF([ "diploe",1,1,1 ], "the spongy bone separating the two layers of compact bone of the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diploid",1,1,1 ], "(of cells or organisms) having paired homologous chromosomes so that twice the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diploid",1,1,1 ], "haploid number is present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diploid",1,1,2 ], "double or twofold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diploid",1,2,1 ], "a diploid cell or organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diploma",1,1,1 ], "a document conferring a qualification, recording success in examinations or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diploma",1,1,1 ], "successful completion of a course of study" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diploma",1,1,2 ], "an official document that confers an honour or privilege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomacy",1,1,1 ], "the conduct of the relations of one state with another by peaceful means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomacy",1,1,2 ], "skill in the management of international relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomacy",1,1,3 ], "tact, skill, or cunning in dealing with people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomat",1,1,1 ], "an official such as an ambassador or first secretary, engaged in diplomacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomat",1,1,2 ], "a person who deals with people tactfully or skilfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomate",1,1,1 ], "any person who has been granted a diploma, esp| a physician certified as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomate",1,1,1 ], "specialist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatic corps",1,1,1 ], "the entire body of diplomats accredited to a given state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatic immunity",1,1,1 ], "country to which they are accredited afforded to diplomats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatic immunity",1,1,1 ], "the immunity from local jurisdiction and exemption from taxation in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to diplomacy or diplomats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatic",1,1,2 ], "skilled in negotiating, esp| between states or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatic",1,1,3 ], "tactful in dealing with people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatic",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to diplomatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatics",1,1,1 ], "the critical study of historical documents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatics",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for diplomacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplomatist",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for diplomat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplont",1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant that has the diploid number of chromosomes in its somatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplont",1,1,1 ], "cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplopia",1,1,1 ], "a visual defect in which a single object is seen in duplicate; double vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplopod",1,1,1 ], "any arthropod of the class Diplopoda, which includes the millipedes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplosis",1,1,1 ], "gametes to form a diploid zygote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplosis",1,1,1 ], "the doubling of the haploid number of chromosomes that occurs during fusion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplostemonous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having twice as many stamens as petals, esp| with the stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diplostemonous",1,1,1 ], "arranged in two whorls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplotene",1,1,1 ], "each bivalent separate, usually with the interchange of genetic material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diplotene",1,1,1 ], "the fourth stage of the prophase of meiosis, during which the chromosomes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipl|",1,1,1 ], "diplomat(ic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipl|",1,1,2 ], "diploma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipnoan",1,1,1 ], "comprising the lungfishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipnoan",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Dipnoi, a subclass of bony fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipnoan",1,2,1 ], "any lungfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipody",1,1,1 ], "a metrical unit consisting of two feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipole",1,1,1 ], "signs and are separated by a small distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipole",1,1,1 ], "two electric charges or magnetic poles that have equal magnitudes but opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipole",1,1,2 ], "a molecule in which the centre of positive charge does not coincide with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipole",1,1,2 ], "centre of negative charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipole",1,1,3 ], "a radio or television aerial consisting of a single straight metal rod with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipole",1,1,3 ], "the connecting wire fixed to its midpoint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,1 ], "a ladle used for dipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,2 ], "any aquatic songbird of the genus Cinclus and family Cinclidae, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,2 ], "cinclus|They inhabit fast-flowing streams and resemble large wrens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that dips, such as the mechanism for directing car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,3 ], "headlights downwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,4 ], "a small metal cup clipped onto a painter's palette for holding diluent or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,4 ], "medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipper",1,1,5 ], "an Anabaptist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dippy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dippy",1,1,2 ], "odd, eccentric, or crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipropellant",1,1,1 ], "another name for bipropellant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diprotodont",1,1,1 ], "any marsupial of the group or suborder Diprotodontia, including kangaroos," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diprotodont",1,1,1 ], "jaw" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diprotodont",1,1,1 ], "phalangers, and wombats, having fewer than three upper incisor teeth on each side of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipsomania",1,1,1 ], "a compulsive desire to drink alcoholic beverages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipsomaniac",1,1,1 ], "Shortened form: dipso" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipsomaniac",1,1,1 ], "any person who has an uncontrollable and recurring urge to drink alcohol|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipsomaniac",1,2,1 ], "relating to or affected with dipsomania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipstick",1,1,1 ], "a graduated rod or strip dipped into a container to indicate the fluid level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipteral",1,1,1 ], "having a double row of columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipteran",1,1,1 ], "any dipterous insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipteran",1,2,1 ], "another word for dipterous ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipterocarpaceous",1,1,1 ], "and resins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dipterocarpaceous",1,1,1 ], "chiefly native to Malaysia, having two-winged fruits| Many species yield useful timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipterocarpaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Dipterocarpaceae, a family of trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipterous",1,1,1 ], "a single pair of wings and sucking or piercing mouthparts| The group includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dipterous",1,1,1 ], "flies, mosquitoes, craneflies, and midges" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dipterous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Diptera, a large order of insects having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dipterous",1,1,2 ], "having two winglike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diptych",1,1,1 ], "a pair of hinged wooden tablets with waxed surfaces for writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diptych",1,1,2 ], "a painting or carving on two panels, usually hinged like a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dip|",1,1,1 ], "diploma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dire",1,1,1 ], "disastrous; fearful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dire",1,1,2 ], "desperate; urgent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct access",1,1,1 ], "a method of reading data from a computer file without reading through the file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct access",1,1,1 ], "from the beginning as on a disk or drum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct action",1,1,1 ], "action such as strikes or civil disobedience, employed by organized labour or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct action",1,1,1 ], "other groups to obtain demands from an employer, government, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct current",1,1,1 ], "a continuous electric current that flows in one direction only, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct current",1,1,1 ], "substantial variation in magnitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct distance dialing",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| equivalent of subscriber trunk dialling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct dye",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of dyes that can be applied without the use of a mordant| They" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct dye",1,1,1 ], "are usually azo dyes applied to cotton or rayon from a liquid bath containing an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct dye",1,1,1 ], "electrolyte such as sodium sulphate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "direct evidence",1,1,1 ], "dispute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct evidence",1,1,1 ], "evidence, usually the testimony of a witness, directly relating to the fact in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct mail",1,1,1 ], "mail sent for the purpose of advertising, soliciting donations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct method",1,1,1 ], "a method of teaching a foreign language with minimal use of the pupil's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct method",1,1,1 ], "native language and of formal grammar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct object",1,1,1 ], "a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase whose referent receives the direct action of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct object",1,1,1 ], "verb| For example, the man is the direct object in the sentence They shot the man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct object",1,1,1 ], "with a rifle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "direct primary",1,1,1 ], "a primary in which voters directly select the candidates who will run for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct primary",1,1,1 ], "office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct question",1,1,1 ], "a question asked in direct speech, such as Why did you come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct question",1,1,1 ], "question" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct speech",1,1,1 ], "the reporting of what someone has said or written by quoting his exact words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct tax",1,1,1 ], "a tax paid by the person or organization on which it is levied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,1 ], "to regulate, conduct, or control the affairs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,2 ], "to give commands or orders with authority to (a person or group)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,3 ], "to tell or show (someone) the way to a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,4 ], "to aim, point, or cause to move towards a goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,5 ], "to address (a letter, parcel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,6 ], "to address (remarks, words, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,7 ], "the filming of a motion picture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,7 ], "to provide guidance to (actors, cameramen, etc|) in the rehearsal of a play or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,7,1 ], "to conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,8 ], "(a piece of music or musicians), usually while performing oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,1,8,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for conduct ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,1 ], "without delay or evasion; straightforward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,10 ], "moving from west to east on the celestial sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,10,1 ], "(of motion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,10,1 ], "of or relating to direct current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,10,2 ], "(of a secondary induced current) having the same direction as the primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,10,2 ], "current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,11 ], "in the same direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,11,2 ], "(of an interval or chord) in root position not inverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,2 ], "without turning aside; uninterrupted; shortest; straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,3 ], "without intervening persons or agencies; immediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,4 ], "honest; frank; candid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,5 ], "precise; exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,6 ], "diametrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,7 ], "generations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,7 ], "in an unbroken line of descent, as from father to son over succeeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,8 ], "(of government, decisions, etc|) by or from the electorate rather than through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,8 ], "representatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,8,1 ], "(of a relationship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,9 ], "an increase (or decrease) in the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,9 ], "containing two variables such that an increase (or decrease) in one results in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,9,2 ], "(of a proof) accepting and using the hypothesis to be proved to show that it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,2,9,2 ], "is a true statement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direct",1,3,1 ], "directly; straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct-grant school",1,1,1 ], "a school financed by endowment, fees, and a state grant conditional upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direct-grant school",1,1,1 ], "admittance of a percentage of nonpaying pupils nominated by the local education authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "directed",1,1,1 ], "(of a number, line, or angle) having either a positive or negative sign to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directed",1,1,1 ], "distinguish measurement in one direction or orientation from that in the opposite direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "directed",1,1,1 ], "or orientation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "direction finder",1,1,1 ], "a highly directional aerial system that can be used to determine the direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction finder",1,1,1 ], "of incoming radio signals, used esp| as a navigation aid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,1 ], "the act of directing or the state of being directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,10 ], "an instruction in the form of a word or symbol heading or occurring in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,10 ], "body of a passage, movement, or piece to indicate tempo, dynamics, mood, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,10,1 ], "(of an angle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,11 ], "being any one of the three angles that a line in space makes with the three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,11 ], "positive directions of the coordinate axes|Usually given as a, b, and l with respect to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,11 ], "the x-, y-, and z- axes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,11,2 ], "(of a cosine) being the cosine of any of the direction angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,2 ], "management, control, or guidance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,3 ], "the work of a stage or film director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,4 ], "the course or line along which a person or thing moves, points, or lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,5 ], "angle between true or magnetic north and an imaginary line through the main" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,5 ], "fore-and-aft axis of the vessel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,5 ], "the course along which a ship, aircraft, etc|, is travelling, expressed as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,6 ], "the place towards which a person or thing is directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,7 ], "a line of action; course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,8 ], "the name and address on a letter, parcel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "direction",1,1,9 ], "the process of conducting an orchestra, choir, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directional",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a spatial direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directional",1,1,1,1 ], "concentrated in, following, or producing motion in a particular direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directional",1,1,1,1 ], "having or relating to an increased sensitivity to radio waves, sound waves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directional",1,1,1,1 ], "nuclear particles, etc|, coming from a particular direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "directional",1,1,1,2 ], "(of an aerial) transmitting or receiving radio waves more effectively in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directional",1,1,1,2 ], "directions than in others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "directional",1,1,1,2 ], "indicating direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directions",1,1,1 ], "instructions for doing something or for reaching a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directive",1,1,1 ], "an instruction; order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directive",1,2,1 ], "tending to direct; directing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directive",1,2,2 ], "indicating direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directly",1,1,1 ], "in a direct manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directly",1,1,2 ], "at once; without delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directly",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by before or after) immediately; just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directly",1,2,1 ], "as soon as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "director",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that directs, controls, or regulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "director",1,1,2 ], "a member of the governing board of a business concern who may or may not have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "director",1,1,2 ], "an executive function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "director",1,1,3 ], "a person who directs the affairs of an institution, trust, educational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "director",1,1,3 ], "programme, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "director",1,1,4 ], "the person responsible for the staging of a play or the making of a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "director",1,1,5 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for conductor ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "director-general",1,1,1 ], "the head of a large organization such as the C|B|I| or B|B|C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directorate",1,1,1 ], "a board of directors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directorate",1,1,2 ], "the position of director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directory",1,1,1 ], "a book, arranged alphabetically or classified by trade listing names," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directory",1,1,1 ], "addresses, telephone numbers, etc|, of individuals or firms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "directory",1,1,2 ], "a book or manual giving directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directory",1,1,3 ], "a book containing the rules to be observed in the forms of worship used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directory",1,1,3 ], "churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "directory",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for directorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directory",1,2,1 ], "directing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directrix",1,1,1 ], "a fixed reference line, situated on the convex side of a conic section, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "directrix",1,1,1 ], "is used when defining or calculating its eccentricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "directrix",1,1,2 ], "a directress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirge",1,1,1 ], "a chant of lamentation for the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirge",1,1,2 ], "the funeral service in its solemn or sung forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirge",1,1,3 ], "any mourning song or melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirham",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Morocco, divided into 100 francs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirham",1,1,1,1 ], "a Kuwaiti monetary unit worth one tenth of a dinar and 100 fils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirham",1,1,1,2 ], "a Tunisian monetary unit worth one tenth of a dinar and 100 millimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirham",1,1,1,3 ], "a Qatari monetary unit worth one hundredth of a riyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirham",1,1,2 ], "any of various silver coins minted in North African countries at different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirham",1,1,2 ], "periods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dirigible",1,1,1 ], "able to be steered or directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirigible",1,2,1 ], "another name for airship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diriment",1,1,1 ], "(of an impediment to marriage in canon law) totally invalidating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diriment",1,1,2 ], "nullifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirk",1,1,1 ], "a dagger esp| as formerly worn by Scottish Highlanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirk",1,2,1 ], "to stab with a dirk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirndl",1,1,1 ], "a woman's dress with a full gathered skirt and fitted bodice; originating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirndl",1,1,1 ], "from Tyrolean peasant wear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dirndl",1,1,2 ], "a gathered skirt of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt wagon",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for dustcart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,1 ], "any unclean substance, such as mud, dust, excrement, etc|; filth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,10 ], "treat someone like dirt| to have no respect for someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,2 ], "loose earth; soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,2,1 ], "packed earth, gravel, cinders, etc|, used to make a racetrack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,3 ], "the gravel or soil from which minerals are extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing regarded as worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,5 ], "obscene or indecent speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,6 ], "moral corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,7 ], "do dirt| Slang| to do something vicious to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,8 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt",1,1,9 ], "eat dirt| Slang| to accept insult without complaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirt-cheap",1,2,1 ], "at an extremely low price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,1 ], "covered or marked with dirt; filthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,10 ], "(of an aircraft) having projections into the airstream, such as lowered flaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,11 ], "(of a nuclear weapon) producing a large quantity of radioactive fall-out or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,11 ], "contamination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,12 ], "dirty dog| a despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,13 ], "dirty linen| Informal| intimate secrets, esp| those that might give rise to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,13 ], "gossip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,14 ], "dirty work| unpleasant or illicit activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,15 ], "do the dirty on| Brit| informal| to behave meanly or unkindly towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,2 ], "obscene; salacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,3 ], "causing one to become grimy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,4 ], "(of a colour) not clear and bright; impure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,5 ], "unfair; dishonest; unscrupulous; unsporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,6 ], "mean; nasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,7 ], "scandalous; unkind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,8 ], "revealing dislike or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,1,9 ], "(of weather) rainy or squally; stormy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dirty",1,2,1 ], "to make or become dirty; stain; soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dir|",1,1,1 ], "director" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dis-",1,1,1 ], "indicating reversal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dis-",1,1,2 ], "indicating negation, lack, or deprivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dis-",1,1,3 ], "indicating removal or release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dis-",1,1,4 ], "expressing intensive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dis-",2,1,1 ], "variant of di-'1 before s: dissyllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disability clause",1,1,1 ], "(in life assurance policies) a clause enabling a policyholder to cease payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disability clause",1,1,1 ], "if he becomes permanently disabled" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "disability clause",1,1,1 ], "of premiums without loss of coverage and often to receive a pension or indemnity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disability",1,1,1 ], "physical or mental impairment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disability",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being unable to perform a task or function because of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disability",1,1,2 ], "something that disables; handicap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disability",1,1,3 ], "lack of necessary intelligence, strength, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disability",1,1,4 ], "an incapacity in the eyes of the law to enter into certain transactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disable",1,1,1 ], "to make ineffective, unfit, or incapable, as by crippling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disable",1,1,2 ], "to make or pronounce legally incapable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disablement benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in the National Insurance scheme) a weekly payment to a person disabled at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disablement benefit",1,1,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disabuse",1,1,1 ], "right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disabuse",1,1,1 ], "to rid (oneself, another person, etc|) of a mistaken or misguided idea set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaccharide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of sugars, such as maltose, lactose, and sucrose, having two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaccharide",1,1,1 ], "linked monosaccharide units per molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disaccord",1,1,1 ], "lack of agreement or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaccord",1,2,1 ], "to be out of agreement; disagree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaccredit",1,1,1 ], "to take away the authorization or credentials of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaccustom",1,1,1 ], "to cause to lose a habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disadvantage",1,1,1 ], "an unfavourable circumstance, state of affairs, thing, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disadvantage",1,1,2 ], "injury, loss, or detriment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disadvantage",1,1,3 ], "an unfavourable condition or situation (esp| in the phrase at a disadvantage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disadvantage",1,2,1 ], "to put at a disadvantage; handicap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disadvantaged",1,1,1 ], "socially or economically deprived or discriminated against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disadvantageous",1,1,1 ], "unfavourable; detrimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaffect",1,1,1 ], "to cause to lose loyalty or affection alienate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaffiliate",1,1,1 ], "to sever an affiliation (with); dissociate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaffirm",1,1,1 ], "to deny or contradict (a statement)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaffirm",1,1,1,1 ], "to annul or reverse (a decision)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaffirm",1,1,1,2 ], "to repudiate obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disafforest",1,1,1 ], "to reduce (land) from the status of a forest to the state of ordinary ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disafforest",1,1,2 ], "to remove forests from (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagree",1,1,1 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagree",1,1,2 ], "(about an idea, fact, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disagree",1,1,2 ], "often foll| by with) to dissent in opinion (from another person) or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagree",1,1,3 ], "to fail to correspond; conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagree",1,1,4 ], "to be unacceptable (to) or unfavourable (for); be incompatible (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagree",1,1,5 ], "to be opposed (to) in principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagreeable",1,1,1 ], "not likable; bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagreeable",1,1,2 ], "unpleasant; offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagreement",1,1,1 ], "refusal or failure to agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagreement",1,1,2 ], "a failure to correspond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disagreement",1,1,3 ], "an argument or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disallow",1,1,1 ], "to reject as untrue or invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disallow",1,1,2 ], "to cancel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disambiguate",1,1,1 ], "to make (an ambiguous expression) unambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disannul",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Chiefly law| to cancel; make void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappear",1,1,1 ], "to cease to be visible; vanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappear",1,1,2 ], "to go away or become lost, esp| secretly or without explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappear",1,1,3 ], "to cease to exist, have effect, or be known; become extinct, or lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappoint",1,1,1 ], "to fail to meet the expectations, hopes, desires, or standards of; let down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappoint",1,1,2 ], "to prevent the fulfilment of (a plan, intention, etc|); frustrate; thwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappointed",1,1,1 ], "saddened by the failure of an expectation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappointment",1,1,1 ], "the act of disappointing or the state of being disappointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disappointment",1,1,2 ], "a person, thing, or state of affairs that disappoints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disapprobation",1,1,1 ], "moral or social disapproval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disapproval",1,1,1 ], "the act or a state or feeling of disapproving; censure; condemnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disapprove",1,1,1 ], "to consider wrong, bad, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disapprove",1,2,1 ], "to withhold approval from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarm",1,1,1 ], "to remove defensive or offensive capability from (a country, army, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarm",1,2,1 ], "to deprive of weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarm",1,3,1 ], "to win the confidence or affection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarm",1,4,1 ], "(of a nation, etc|) to decrease the size and capability of one's armed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarm",1,4,1 ], "forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disarm",1,5,1 ], "to lay down weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarmament",1,1,1 ], "the reduction of offensive or defensive fighting capability, as by a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarmament",1,1,2 ], "the act of disarming or state of being disarmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarming",1,1,1 ], "tending to neutralize or counteract hostility, suspicion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarrange",1,1,1 ], "to throw into disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarray",1,1,1 ], "confusion, dismay, and lack of discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarray",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of clothing) disorderliness; untidiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarray",1,2,1 ], "to throw into confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarray",1,2,2 ], "to undress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disarticulate",1,1,1 ], "to separate or cause to separate at the joints, esp| those of bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disassemble",1,1,1 ], "to take apart (a piece of machinery, etc|) dismantle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disassociate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for dissociate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaster",1,1,1 ], "an occurrence that causes great distress or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disaster",1,1,2 ], "a thing, project, etc|, that fails or has been ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disavow",1,1,1 ], "to deny knowledge of, connection with, or responsibility for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disband",1,1,1 ], "to cease to function or cause to stop functioning, as a unit, group, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disbar",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Law| to deprive of the status of barrister; expel from the Bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disbelief",1,1,1 ], "refusal or reluctance to believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disbelieve",1,1,1 ], "to reject as false or lying; refuse to accept as true or truthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disbelieve",1,2,1 ], "to have no faith (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disbranch",1,1,1 ], "to remove or cut (a branch or branches) from (a tree)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disbud",1,1,1 ], "to remove superfluous buds, flowers, or shoots from (a plant, esp| a fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disbud",1,1,1 ], "tree)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disburden",1,1,1 ], "to remove (a load) from (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disburden",1,2,1 ], "thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disburden",1,2,1 ], "to relieve (oneself, one's mind, etc|) of a distressing worry or oppressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disburse",1,1,1 ], "to pay out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc brake",1,1,1 ], "a type of brake in which two calliper-operated pads rub against a flat disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc brake",1,1,1 ], "attached to the wheel hub when the brake is applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disc flower",1,1,1 ], "any of the small tubular flowers at the centre of the flower head of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc flower",1,1,1 ], "composite plants, such as the daisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disc harrow",1,1,1 ], "a harrow with sharp-edged slightly concave discs mounted on horizontal shafts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc harrow",1,1,1 ], "and used to cut clods or debris on the surface of the soil or to cover seed after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disc harrow",1,1,1 ], "planting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "disc jockey",1,1,1 ], "a person who announces and plays recorded music, esp| pop music, on a radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc jockey",1,1,1 ], "programme, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disc wheel",1,1,1 ], "a road wheel of a motor vehicle that has a round pressed disc in place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc wheel",1,1,1 ], "spokes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,1 ], "a flat circular plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,2 ], "something resembling or appearing to resemble this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,3 ], "another word for (gramophone)record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,4 ], "any approximately circular flat structure in the body, esp| an intervertebral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,4 ], "disc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,4,1 ], "the flat receptacle of composite flowers, such as the daisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,5 ], "the middle part of the lip of an orchid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,5,1 ], "parking disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,6 ], "a marker or device for display in a parked vehicle showing the time of arrival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,6 ], "or the latest permitted time of departure or both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,1,7 ], "a variant spelling of disk ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc",1,2,1 ], "to work (land) with a disc harrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discalced",1,1,1 ], "barefooted: used to denote friars and nuns who wear sandals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discant",1,2,1 ], "(d$Is!knt)|a variant spelling of descant 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discard",1,1,1 ], "(d$Is!k$a$:d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discard",1,2,1 ], "to get rid of as useless or undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discard",1,2,2 ], "to throw out (a card or cards) from one's hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discard",1,2,3 ], "to play (a card not of the suit led nor a trump) when unable to follow suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discard",1,3,1 ], "a person or thing that has been cast aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discard",1,3,2 ], "a discarded card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discard",1,3,3 ], "the act of discarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discern",1,1,1 ], "to recognize or perceive clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discern",1,1,2 ], "to recognize or perceive (differences)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discernible",1,1,1 ], "able to be discerned; perceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discerning",1,1,1 ], "having or showing good taste or judgment; discriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discernment",1,1,1 ], "keen perception or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,1,1 ], "(d$Is!t#s$a$:d#f)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,10,1,1 ], "to spread (weight) evenly over a supporting member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,10,1,2 ], "to relieve a member of (excess weight) by distribution of pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,1 ], "a person or thing that is discharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,1,1 ], "dismissal or release from an office, job, institution, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,1,2 ], "the document certifying such release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,2 ], "the fulfilment of an obligation or release from a responsibility or liability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,3 ], "the act of removing a load, as of cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4 ], "a pouring forth of a fluid; emission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,1 ], "a release, as of a person held under legal restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,1 ], "difference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,1 ], "the act of firing a projectile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,1 ], "the act or process of removing or losing charge or of equalizing a potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,2 ], "a transient or continuous conduction of electricity through a gas by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,2 ], "an annulment, as of a court order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,2 ], "formation and movement of electrons and ions in an applied electric field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,11,4,2 ], "the volley, bullet, missile, etc|, fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,2,1 ], "to release or allow to go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,3,1 ], "to dismiss from or relieve of duty, office, employment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,3,2 ], "to fire or be fired, as a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,3,3 ], "to pour forth or cause to pour forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,4,1 ], "to remove (the cargo) from (a boat, etc|); unload" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,5,1 ], "to perform the duties of or meet the demands of (an office, obligation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,6,1 ], "to relieve (oneself) of (a responsibility, debt, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,6,1,1 ], "to lose or remove electric charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,6,1,2 ], "to form an arc, spark, or corona in a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,6,1,3 ], "to take or supply electrical current from a cell or battery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,7,1 ], "to release (a prisoner from custody, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,8,1 ], "to remove dye from (a fabric), as by bleaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discharge",1,9,1 ], "(of a dye or colour) to blur or run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disciple",1,1,1 ], "a follower of the doctrines of a teacher or a school of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disciple",1,1,2 ], "earthly life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disciple",1,1,2 ], "one of the personal followers of Christ (including his 12 apostles) during his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disciplinant",1,1,1 ], "a person belonging to a former order of flagellants in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disciplinarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who imposes or advocates discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disciplinarian",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for disciplinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disciplinary",1,1,1 ], "of, promoting, or used for discipline; corrective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,1 ], "self-control, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,1 ], "training or conditions imposed for the improvement of physical powers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,2 ], "systematic training in obedience to regulations and authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,3 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,3 ], "the state of improved behaviour, etc|, resulting from such training or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,4 ], "punishment or chastisement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,5 ], "a system of rules for behaviour, methods of practice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,6 ], "a branch of learning or instruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,7 ], "the laws governing members of a Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,1,8 ], "a scourge of knotted cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,2,1 ], "to improve or attempt to improve the behaviour, orderliness, etc|, of by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,2,1 ], "training, conditions, or rules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discipline",1,2,2 ], "to punish or correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclaim",1,1,1 ], "to deny or renounce (any claim, connection, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclaim",1,2,1 ], "to deny the validity or authority of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclaim",1,2,2 ], "to renounce, or repudiate (a legal claim or right)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclaimer",1,1,1 ], "a repudiation or denial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclimax",1,1,1 ], "a climax community resulting from the activities of man or domestic animals in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclimax",1,1,1 ], "climatic and other conditions that would otherwise support a different type of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disclimax",1,1,1 ], "community" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "disclose",1,1,1 ], "to make (information) known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclose",1,1,2 ], "to allow to be seen; lay bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclosure",1,1,1 ], "something that is disclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disclosure",1,1,2 ], "the act of disclosing; revelation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disco",1,1,1 ], "short for discotheque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discobolus",1,1,1 ], "(in classical Greece) a discus thrower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discobolus",1,1,2 ], "a statue of a discus thrower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discography",1,1,1 ], "a classified reference list of gramophone records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discography",1,1,2 ], "the study of gramophone records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discoid",1,1,1 ], "like a disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discoid",1,1,2 ], "(of a composite flower such as the tansy) consisting of disc flowers only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discoid",1,2,1 ], "a disclike object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discolour",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change in colour; fade or stain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discombobulate",1,1,1 ], "to throw into confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discomfit",1,1,1 ], "to make uneasy, confused, or embarrassed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discomfit",1,1,2 ], "to frustrate the plans or purpose of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discomfit",1,1,3 ], "to defeat in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discomfort",1,1,1 ], "an inconvenience, distress, or mild pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discomfort",1,1,2 ], "something that disturbs or deprives of ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discomfort",1,2,1 ], "to make uncomfortable or uneasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discomfortable",1,1,1 ], "tending to deprive of mental or physical ease or comfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discommend",1,1,1 ], "to express disapproval of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discommend",1,1,2 ], "to bring into disfavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discommode",1,1,1 ], "to cause inconvenience or annoyance to disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discommodity",1,1,1 ], "a commodity without utility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discommodity",1,1,2 ], "the state or a source of inconvenience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discommon",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (land) of the character and status of common, as by enclosure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discompose",1,1,1 ], "to disturb the composure of; disconcert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discompose",1,1,2 ], "to disarrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconcert",1,1,1 ], "to disturb the composure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconcert",1,1,2 ], "to frustrate or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconcerted",1,1,1 ], "perturbed, embarrassed, or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconformity",1,1,1 ], "lack of conformity; discrepancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconformity",1,1,2 ], "considerable period of erosion of the much older underlying rocks before the more recent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disconformity",1,1,2 ], "ones were deposited" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "disconformity",1,1,2 ], "the junction between two parallel series of stratified rocks, representing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconnect",1,1,1 ], "socket)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disconnect",1,1,1 ], "to undo or break the connection of or between (something, such as a plug and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconnected",1,1,1 ], "not rationally connected; confused or incoherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconnected",1,1,2 ], "not connected or joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconsider",1,1,1 ], "to discredit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disconsolate",1,1,1 ], "sad beyond comfort; dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontent",1,1,1 ], "lack of contentment, as with one's condition or lot in life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontent",1,1,2 ], "a discontented person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontent",1,2,1 ], "dissatisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontent",1,3,1 ], "to make dissatisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinue",1,1,1 ], "to come or bring to an end; interrupt or be interrupted; stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinue",1,2,1 ], "to terminate or abandon (an action, suit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,1 ], "lack of rational connection or cohesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2 ], "a break or interruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2,1 ], "a zone within the earth where a sudden change in physical properties, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2,1 ], "the different layers of the earth, as between the core and mantle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2,1 ], "the property of being discontinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2,1 ], "the velocity of earthquake waves, occurs| Such a zone marks the boundary between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2,2 ], "a surface separating rocks that are not continuous with each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2,2 ], "discontinuous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuity",1,1,2,2 ], "the point or the value of the variable at which a curve or function becomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by interruptions or breaks; intermittent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuous",1,1,2 ], "(of a function or curve) changing suddenly in value for one or more values of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discontinuous",1,1,2 ], "the variable or at one or more points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discophile",1,1,1 ], "a collector or connoisseur of gramophone records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discord",1,1,1 ], "lack of agreement of harmony; strife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discord",1,1,2 ], "harsh confused mingling of sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discord",1,1,3 ], "a combination of musical notes, esp| one containing one or more dissonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discord",1,1,3 ], "intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discord",1,2,1 ], "(d$Is!k@$$:d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discord",1,3,1 ], "to disagree; clash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discordance",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of rock strata in which the older underlying ones dip at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discordance",1,1,1 ], "different angle from the younger overlying ones; unconformity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discordance",1,1,2 ], "lack of agreement or consonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discordance",1,1,3 ], "variants of discord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discordant",1,1,1 ], "at variance; disagreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discordant",1,1,2 ], "harsh in sound; inharmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discotheque",1,1,1 ], "a club or other public place for dancing to recorded pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discotheque",1,1,2 ], "mobile equipment for providing amplified pop music for dancing|Often shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discotheque",1,1,2 ], "to disco" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount house",1,1,1 ], "a financial organization engaged in discounting bills of exchange, etc| on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount house",1,1,1 ], "large scale primarily by borrowing call money from commercial banks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount house",1,1,2 ], "a shop offering for sale most of its merchandise at prices below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount house",1,1,2 ], "recommended prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,1 ], "(d$Is!ka$unt, !d$Iska$unt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,2 ], "(mainly tr|) to leave out of account as being unreliable, prejudiced, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,2 ], "irrelevant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,3 ], "to anticipate and make allowance for, often so as to diminish the effect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,3,1 ], "to deduct (a specified amount or percentage) from the usual price, cost, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,3,2 ], "to reduce (the regular price, cost, etc|) by a stated percentage or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,4 ], "to sell or offer for sale at a reduced price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,5 ], "for interest determined by the time to maturity and also by risk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,5 ], "to buy or sell (a bill of exchange, etc|) before maturity, with a deduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,6 ], "to loan money on (a negotiable instrument that is not immediately payable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,1,6 ], "with a deduction for interest determined by risk and time to maturity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,1 ], "short for cash discount or trade discount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,1,1 ], "(in the issue of shares)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,1,1 ], "money on unmatured negotiable instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,1,1 ], "the amount of interest deducted in the purchase or sale of or the loan of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,1,2 ], "the rate of interest deducted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,2 ], "a percentage deducted from the par value to give a reduced amount payable by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,2 ], "subscribers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,2,2 ], "market value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,2,2 ], "the amount by which the par value of something, esp| shares, exceeds its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,3 ], "the act or an instance of discounting a negotiable instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,4 ], "at a discount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,4,1 ], "below the regular price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,4,2 ], "(of share values) below par" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,4,3 ], "in low regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discount",1,2,5 ], "offering or selling at reduced prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discountenance",1,1,1 ], "to make ashamed or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discountenance",1,1,2 ], "to disapprove of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discountenance",1,2,1 ], "disapproval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourage",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of the will to persist in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourage",1,1,2 ], "to inhibit; prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourage",1,1,3 ], "to oppose by expressing disapproval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,1,1 ], "verbal communication; talk; conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,1,2 ], "a formal treatment of a subject in speech or writing, such as a sermon or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,1,2 ], "dissertation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,1,3 ], "a unit of text used by linguists for the analysis of linguistic phenomena that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,1,3 ], "range over more than one sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,1,4 ], "the ability to reason or the reasoning process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,2,1 ], "(d$Is!k@$$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,3,1 ], "to speak or write (about) formally and extensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,4,1 ], "to hold a discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourse",1,5,1 ], "to give forth (music)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourteous",1,1,1 ], "showing bad manners; impolite; rude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourtesy",1,1,1 ], "bad manners; rudeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discourtesy",1,1,2 ], "a rude remark or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discover",1,1,1 ], "to be the first to find or find out about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discover",1,1,2 ], "to learn about or encounter for the first time; realize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discover",1,1,3 ], "to find after study or search" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discover",1,1,4 ], "to reveal or make known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discovert",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman) not under the protection of a husband being a widow, spinster, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discovert",1,1,1 ], "divorcee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discovery",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or an instance of discovering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discovery",1,1,2 ], "a person, place, or thing that has been discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discovery",1,1,3 ], "possession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discovery",1,1,3 ], "the compulsory disclosure by a party to an action of relevant documents in his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discredit",1,1,1 ], "to damage the reputation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discredit",1,1,2 ], "to cause to be disbelieved or distrusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discredit",1,1,3 ], "to reject as untrue or of questionable accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discredit",1,2,1 ], "a person, thing, or state of affairs that causes disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discredit",1,2,2 ], "damage to a reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discredit",1,2,3 ], "lack of belief or confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discreditable",1,1,1 ], "tending to bring discredit; shameful or unworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discreet",1,1,1 ], "careful to avoid social embarrassment or distress, esp| by keeping confidences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discreet",1,1,1 ], "secret; tactful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discrepancy",1,1,1 ], "a conflict or variation, as between facts, figures, or claims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrepant",1,1,1 ], "inconsistent; conflicting; at variance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrete",1,1,1 ], "separate or distinct in form or concept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrete",1,1,2 ], "consisting of distinct or separate parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrete",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a variable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrete",1,1,3 ], "analysis requires summation rather than integration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discrete",1,1,3 ], "having consecutive values that are not infinitesimally close, so that its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrete",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a distribution) relating to a discrete variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discretion",1,1,1 ], "embarrassment or distress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discretion",1,1,1 ], "the quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discretion",1,1,2 ], "freedom or authority to make judgments and to act as one sees fit (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discretion",1,1,2 ], "phrases at one's own discretion, at the discretion of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discretion",1,1,3 ], "age or years of discretion| the age at which a person is able to manage his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discretion",1,1,3 ], "own affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discretionary",1,1,1 ], "having or using the ability to decide at one's own discretion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminant",1,1,1 ], "an algebraic expression related to the coefficients of a polynomial equation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminant",1,1,1 ], "whose value gives information about the roots of the polynomial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,1,1 ], "(d$I!skr$Im$I~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,2,1 ], "disfavour, often because of a characteristic such as race, colour, sex, intelligence, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,2,1 ], "to single out a particular person, group, etc|, for special favour or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by between or among) to recognize or understand the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,2,2 ], "difference (between); distinguish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,3,1 ], "to constitute or mark a difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,4,1 ], "to be discerning in matters of taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,5,1 ], "(d$I!skr$Im$In$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminate",1,5,2 ], "showing or marked by discrimination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminating",1,1,1 ], "able to see fine distinctions and differences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminating",1,1,2 ], "discerning in matters of taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminating",1,1,3 ], "(of a tariff, import duty, etc|) levied at differential rates in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminating",1,1,3 ], "favour or discourage imports or exports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination learning",1,1,1 ], "a learning process in which an organism learns to react differently to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination learning",1,1,1 ], "different stimuli" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination",1,1,1 ], "prejudice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination",1,1,1 ], "unfair treatment of a person, racial group, minority, etc|; action based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination",1,1,2 ], "subtle appreciation in matters of taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination",1,1,3 ], "the ability to see fine distinctions and differences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination",1,1,4 ], "etc|, caused by the elimination of other signals by means of a discriminator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discrimination",1,1,4 ], "the selection of a signal having a particular frequency, amplitude, phase," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminator",1,1,1 ], "amplitude modulation for subsequent demodulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discriminator",1,1,1 ], "an electronic circuit that converts a frequency or phase modulation into an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminator",1,1,2 ], "an electronic circuit that has an output voltage only when the amplitude of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminator",1,1,2 ], "the input pulses exceeds a predetermined value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discriminatory",1,1,1 ], "based on or showing prejudice; biased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discriminatory",1,1,2 ], "capable of making fine distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discursive",1,1,1 ], "rambling; digressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discursive",1,1,2 ], "intuition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discursive",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to knowledge obtained by reason and argument rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discus",1,1,1 ], "(originally) a circular stone or plate used in throwing competitions by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discus",1,1,1 ], "ancient Greeks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discus",1,1,1,1 ], "a similar disc-shaped object with a heavy middle thrown by athletes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discus",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discus",1,1,2 ], "(preceded by the) the event or sport of throwing the discus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discus",1,1,3 ], "a South American cichlid fish, Symphysodon discus, that has a compressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discus",1,1,3 ], "coloured body and is a popular aquarium fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "discuss",1,1,1 ], "to have a conversation about; consider by talking over; debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discuss",1,1,2 ], "to treat (a subject) in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discuss",1,1,3 ], "to eat or drink with enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "discussion",1,1,1 ], "the examination or consideration of a matter in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc|",1,1,1 ], "discount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disc|",1,1,2 ], "discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disdain",1,1,1 ], "a feeling or show of superiority and dislike; contempt; scorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disdain",1,2,1 ], "to refuse or reject with disdain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disdainful",1,1,1 ], "showing or feeling disdain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disease",1,1,1 ], "any impairment of normal physiological function affecting all or part of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disease",1,1,1 ], "organism, esp| a specific pathological change caused by infection, stress, etc|," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disease",1,1,1 ], "producing characteristic symptoms; illness or sickness in general" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "disease",1,1,2 ], "a corresponding condition in plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disease",1,1,3 ], "any situation or condition likened to this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diseased",1,1,1 ], "having or affected with disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembark",1,1,1 ], "to land or cause to land from a ship, aircraft, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembarrass",1,1,1 ], "to free from embarrassment, entanglement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembarrass",1,1,2 ], "to relieve or rid of something burdensome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembodied",1,1,1 ], "lacking a body or freed from the body; incorporeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembodied",1,1,2 ], "lacking in substance, solidity, or any firm relation to reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembody",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to free from the body or from physical form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembogue",1,1,1 ], "(of a river, stream, etc|) to discharge (water) at the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembogue",1,2,1 ], "to flow out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembowel",1,1,1 ], "to remove the entrails of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disembroil",1,1,1 ], "to free from entanglement or a confused situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disenable",1,1,1 ], "to cause to become incapable prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disenchant",1,1,1 ], "to free from or as if from an enchantment disillusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disencumber",1,1,1 ], "to free from encumbrances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disendow",1,1,1 ], "to take away an endowment from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disenfranchise",1,1,1 ], "another word for disfranchise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disengage",1,1,1 ], "to release or become released from a connection, obligation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disengage",1,1,2 ], "to withdraw (forces) from close action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disengage",1,1,3 ], "circular motion to bring the blade into an open line of attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disengage",1,1,3 ], "to move (one's blade) from one side of an opponent's blade to another in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disengagement",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of disengaging or state of being disengaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disengagement",1,1,2 ], "leisure; ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disentail",1,1,1 ], "to free (an estate) from entail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disentail",1,2,1 ], "the act of disentailing; disentailment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disentangle",1,1,1 ], "to release or become free from entanglement or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disentangle",1,2,1 ], "to unravel or work out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disenthral",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to set free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disentitle",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of a title, right, or claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disentomb",1,1,1 ], "to disinter unearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disentwine",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become untwined; unwind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disepalous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers or plants) having two sepals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disequilibrium",1,1,1 ], "a loss or absence of equilibrium, esp| in an economy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disestablish",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a church, custom, institution, etc|) of established status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disesteem",1,1,1 ], "to think little of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disesteem",1,2,1 ], "lack of esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diseuse",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) an actress who presents dramatic recitals, usually accompanied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diseuse",1,1,1 ], "by music|Male counterpart: diseur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disfavour",1,1,1 ], "disapproval or dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfavour",1,1,2 ], "the state of being disapproved of or disliked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfavour",1,1,3 ], "an unkind act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfavour",1,2,1 ], "to regard or treat with disapproval or dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfeature",1,1,1 ], "to mar the features or appearance of deface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfigure",1,1,1 ], "to spoil the appearance or shape of; deface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfigure",1,1,2 ], "to mar the effect or quality of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfigurement",1,1,1 ], "something that disfigures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfigurement",1,1,2 ], "the act of disfiguring or the state of being disfigured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disforest",1,1,1 ], "another word for deforest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disforest",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for disafforest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfranchise",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a person) of the right to vote or other rights of citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfranchise",1,1,2 ], "to deprive (a place) of the right to send representatives to an elected body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfranchise",1,1,3 ], "to deprive (a business concern, etc|) of some privilege or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfranchise",1,1,4 ], "to deprive (a person, place, etc|) of any franchise or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disfrock",1,1,1 ], "another word for unfrock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgorge",1,1,1 ], "to throw out (swallowed food, etc|) from the throat or stomach; vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgorge",1,1,2 ], "to discharge or empty of (contents)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgorge",1,2,1 ], "to yield up unwillingly or under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgorge",1,3,1 ], "to remove (a hook) from the mouth or throat of (a fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgorger",1,1,1 ], "a thin notched metal implement for removing hooks from a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgrace",1,1,1 ], "a condition of shame, loss of reputation, or dishonour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgrace",1,1,2 ], "a shameful person, thing, or state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgrace",1,1,3 ], "exclusion from confidence or trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgrace",1,2,1 ], "to bring shame upon; be a discredit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgrace",1,2,2 ], "to treat or cause to be treated with disfavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgraceful",1,1,1 ], "shameful; scandalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgruntle",1,1,1 ], "to make sulky or discontented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disguise",1,1,1 ], "(oneself, someone, or something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disguise",1,1,1 ], "to modify the appearance or manner in order to conceal the identity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disguise",1,2,1 ], "to misrepresent in order to obscure the actual nature or meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disguise",1,3,1 ], "a mask, costume, or manner that disguises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disguise",1,3,2 ], "the act of disguising or the state of being disguised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgust",1,1,1 ], "to sicken or fill with loathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgust",1,1,2 ], "to offend the moral sense, principles, or taste of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgust",1,2,1 ], "a great loathing or distaste aroused by someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgust",1,2,2 ], "in disgust| as a result of disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disgusting",1,1,1 ], "loathsome; repugnant| Also (rare): disgustful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish out",1,2,1 ], "to distribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish out",1,2,2 ], "dish it out| to inflict punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish up",1,1,1 ], "to serve (a meal, food, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish up",1,2,1 ], "to prepare or present, esp| in an attractive manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,1 ], "a container used for holding or serving food, esp| an open shallow container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,1 ], "of pottery, glass, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,2 ], "the food that is served or contained in a dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,3 ], "a particular article or preparation of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,4 ], "the amount contained in a dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,5 ], "something resembling a dish, esp| in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,6 ], "a concavity or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,7 ], "an informal name for parabolic aerial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,8 ], "an attractive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,1,9 ], "something that one particularly enjoys or excels in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,2,1 ], "to put into a dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,2,2 ], "to make hollow or concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dish",1,2,3 ], "to ruin or spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishabille",1,1,1 ], "the state of being partly or carelessly dressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishabille",1,1,2 ], "clothes worn in such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disharmony",1,1,1 ], "lack of accord or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disharmony",1,1,2 ], "a situation, circumstance, etc|, that is inharmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishcloth gourd",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical climbing plants of the cucurbitaceous genus Luffa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishcloth gourd",1,1,1 ], "esp| L| cylindrica, which is cultivated for ornament and for the fibrous interior of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dishcloth gourd",1,1,1 ], "its fruits (see loofah)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dishcloth gourd",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishcloth",1,1,1 ], "a cloth or rag for washing or drying dishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishearten",1,1,1 ], "to weaken or destroy the hope, courage, enthusiasm, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dished",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a dish; concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dished",1,1,2 ], "(of a pair of road wheels) arranged so that they are closer to one another at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dished",1,1,2 ], "the bottom than at the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dished",1,1,3 ], "exhausted or defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishevel",1,1,1 ], "to disarrange (the hair or clothes) of (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishevelled",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of hair) hanging loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishevelled",1,1,2 ], "(of general appearance) unkempt; untidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonest",1,1,1 ], "not honest or fair; deceiving or fraudulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonesty",1,1,1 ], "lack of honesty or fairness; deceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonesty",1,1,2 ], "a deceiving act or statement; fraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,1,1 ], "to treat with disrespect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,1,2 ], "to fail or refuse to pay (a cheque, bill of exchange, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,1,3 ], "to cause the disgrace of (a woman) by seduction or rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,2,1 ], "a lack of honour or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,2,2 ], "a state of shame or disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,2,3 ], "a person or thing that causes a loss of honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,2,4 ], "an insult; affront" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonour",1,2,5 ], "refusal or failure to accept or pay a commercial paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonourable",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or causing dishonour or discredit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishonourable",1,1,2 ], "having little or no integrity; unprincipled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishpan",1,1,1 ], "a large pan for washing dishes, pots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishtowel",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for a tea towel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishwasher",1,1,1 ], "an electrically operated machine for washing, rinsing, and drying dishes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishwasher",1,1,1 ], "cutlery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dishwasher",1,1,2 ], "a person who washes dishes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishwater",1,1,1 ], "water in which dishes and kitchen utensils are or have been washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishwater",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishy",1,1,1 ], "dishier, dishiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dishy",1,1,2 ], "good-looking or attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disillusion" ,1, 1, 1],"to destroy the ideals, illusions, or false ideas of",1). c_DEF([ "disillusion" ,1, 2, 1],"the act of disillusioning or the state of being disillusioned",1). c_DEF([ "disincentive",1,1,1 ], "something that acts as a deterrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disincentive",1,2,1 ], "acting as a deterrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disincline",1,1,1 ], "to make or be unwilling, reluctant, or averse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinfect",1,1,1 ], "to rid of microorganisms potentially harmful to man, esp| by chemical means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinfectant",1,1,1 ], "an agent that destroys or inhibits the activity of microorganisms that cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinfectant",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disinfest",1,1,1 ], "to rid of vermin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinflation",1,1,1 ], "a reduction or stabilization of the general price level intended to improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinflation",1,1,1 ], "investment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "disinflation",1,1,1 ], "the balance of payments without incurring reductions in output, employment, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disingenuous",1,1,1 ], "not sincere; lacking candour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinherit",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (an heir or next of kin) of inheritance or right to inherit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinherit",1,1,2 ], "to deprive of a right or heritage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disintegrate",1,1,1 ], "to break or be broken into fragments or constituent parts; shatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disintegrate",1,1,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose cohesion or unity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disintegrate",1,2,1 ], "to lose judgment or control; deteriorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disintegrate",1,2,1,1 ], "to induce or undergo nuclear fission, as by bombardment with fast particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disintegrate",1,2,1,2 ], "another word for decay (sense 3a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinter",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove or dig up; exhume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinter",1,1,2 ], "to bring (a secret, hidden facts, etc|) to light; expose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinterest",1,1,1 ], "freedom from bias or involvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinterest",1,1,2 ], "lack of interest; indifference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinterest",1,2,1 ], "to free from concern for personal interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disinterested" ,1, 1, 1],"free from bias or partiality; objective",1). c_DEF([ "disject",1,1,1 ], "to break apart scatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjecta membra",1,1,1 ], "scattered fragments, esp| parts taken from a writing or writings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjoin",1,1,1 ], "to disconnect or become disconnected; separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjoint",1,1,1 ], "to take apart or come apart at the joints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjoint",1,2,1 ], "to disunite or disjoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjoint",1,2,2 ], "to dislocate or become dislocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjoint",1,3,1 ], "to end the unity, sequence, or coherence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjoint",1,4,1 ], "(of two sets) having no members in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjoint",1,4,2 ], "disjointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjointed",1,1,1 ], "having no coherence; disconnected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjointed",1,1,2 ], "separated at the joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjointed",1,1,3 ], "dislocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunct",1,1,1 ], "(d$Is!d#f'&nkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunct",1,1,2 ], "not united or joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunct",1,1,3 ], "(of certain insects) having deep constrictions between the head, thorax, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunct",1,1,3 ], "abdomen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disjunct",1,1,4 ], "denoting two notes the interval between which is greater than a second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunct",1,2,1 ], "one of the propositions or formulas in a disjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunction",1,1,1 ], "the act of disconnecting or the state of being disconnected; separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunction",1,1,2 ], "of meiosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disjunction",1,1,2 ], "the separation of the chromosomes of each homologous pair during the anaphase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunction",1,1,2,1 ], "a compound proposition in which the component propositions are joined by or|It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunction",1,1,2,1 ], "component is true (inclusive sense)| Usually written" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "disjunction",1,1,2,1 ], "is true if only one component is true (exclusive sense) or if at least one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disjunction",1,1,2,2 ], "the relation between these terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,1,1 ], "serving to disconnect or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,1,1,1 ], "contrast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting a word, esp| a conjunction, that serves to express opposition or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,1,1,2 ], "after a preposition, such as moi in French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,1,1,2 ], "denoting an inflection of pronouns in some languages that is used alone or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,1,2 ], "characterizing, containing, or included in a disjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,2,1,1 ], "a disjunctive word, esp| a conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,2,1,2 ], "a disjunctive pronoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disjunctive",1,2,2 ], "a disjunctive proposition; disjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disk pack",1,1,1 ], "another name for disk ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disk",1,1,2 ], "a direct-access storage device consisting of a stack of plates coated with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disk",1,1,2 ], "magnetic layer, the whole assembly rotating rapidly as a single unit| Each surface has a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disk",1,1,2 ], "read-write head that can move radially to read or write data on concentric tracks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dislike",1,1,1 ], "to consider unpleasant or disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislike",1,2,1 ], "a feeling of aversion or antipathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislimn",1,1,1 ], "to efface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislocate",1,1,1 ], "to disrupt or shift out of place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislocate",1,1,2 ], "joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dislocate",1,1,2 ], "to displace (an organ or part) from its normal position, esp| a bone from its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislocation",1,1,1 ], "the act of displacing or the state of being displaced; disruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislocation",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the bones in a joint) the state or condition of being dislocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislocation",1,1,3 ], "a line, plane, or region in which there is a discontinuity in the regularity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislocation",1,1,3 ], "of a crystal lattice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dislocation",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for fault ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dislodge",1,1,1 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dislodge",1,1,1 ], "to remove from or leave a lodging place, hiding place, or previously fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disloyal",1,1,1 ], "not loyal or faithful; deserting one's allegiance or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disloyalty",1,1,1 ], "the condition or an instance of being unfaithful or disloyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismal",1,1,1 ], "causing gloom or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismal",1,1,2 ], "causing dismay or terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismal",1,1,3 ], "calamitous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismantle",1,1,1 ], "to take apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismantle",1,1,2 ], "to demolish or raze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismantle",1,1,3 ], "to strip of covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismast",1,1,1 ], "to break off the mast or masts of (a sailing vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismay",1,1,1 ], "to fill with apprehension or alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismay",1,1,2 ], "to fill with depression or discouragement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismay",1,2,1 ], "consternation or agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismember",1,1,1 ], "to remove the limbs or members of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismember",1,1,2 ], "to cut to pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismember",1,1,3 ], "to divide or partition (something, such as an empire)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismiss",1,1,1 ], "to remove or discharge from employment or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismiss",1,1,2 ], "to send away or allow to go or disperse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismiss",1,1,3 ], "to dispel from one's mind; discard; reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismiss",1,1,4 ], "to cease to consider (a subject)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismiss",1,1,5 ], "to decline further hearing to (a claim or action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismiss",1,1,6 ], "to bowl out a side for a particular number of runs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismissal",1,1,1 ], "an official notice of discharge from employment or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismissal",1,1,2 ], "the act of dismissing or the condition of being dismissed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismount",1,1,1 ], "to get off a horse, bicycle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismount",1,2,1 ], "to disassemble or remove from a mounting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dismount",1,3,1 ], "the act of dismounting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disobedience",1,1,1 ], "lack of obedience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disobedient",1,1,1 ], "not obedient; neglecting or refusing to obey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disobey",1,1,1 ], "to neglect or refuse to obey (someone, an order, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disoblige",1,1,1 ], "to disregard the desires of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disoblige",1,1,2 ], "to slight; insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disoblige",1,1,3 ], "to cause trouble or inconvenience to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disoperation",1,1,1 ], "a relationship between two organisms in a community that is harmful to both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorder",1,1,1 ], "a lack of order; disarray; confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorder",1,1,2 ], "a disturbance of public order or peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorder",1,1,3 ], "an upset of health; ailment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorder",1,1,4 ], "a deviation from the normal system or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorder",1,2,1 ], "to upset the order of; disarrange; muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorder",1,2,2 ], "to disturb the health or mind of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorderly conduct",1,1,1 ], "any of various minor offences tending to cause a disturbance of the peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorderly house",1,1,1 ], "an establishment in which unruly behaviour habitually occurs, esp| a brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorderly house",1,1,1 ], "or a gaming house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disorderly",1,1,1 ], "untidy; irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorderly",1,1,2 ], "uncontrolled; unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorderly",1,1,3 ], "violating public peace or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorderly",1,2,1 ], "in an irregular or confused manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorganize",1,1,1 ], "to disrupt or destroy the arrangement, system, or unity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorientate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (someone) to lose his bearings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disorientate",1,1,2 ], "to perplex; confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disown",1,1,1 ], "to deny any connection with refuse to acknowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disparage",1,1,1 ], "to speak contemptuously of; belittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disparage",1,1,2 ], "to damage the reputation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disparate",1,1,1 ], "utterly different or distinct in kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disparate",1,2,1 ], "unlike things or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disparity",1,1,1 ], "inequality or difference, as in age, rank, wages, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disparity",1,1,2 ], "dissimilarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispassion",1,1,1 ], "detachment; objectivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispassionate",1,1,1 ], "devoid of or uninfluenced by emotion or prejudice; objective; impartial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch box",1,1,1 ], "a case or box used to hold valuables, documents, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch case",1,1,1 ], "a case used for carrying papers, documents, books, etc|, usually flat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch case",1,1,1 ], "stiff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch rider",1,1,1 ], "a horseman or motorcyclist who carries dispatches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,1,1 ], "to send off promptly, as to a destination or to perform a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,1,2 ], "to discharge or complete (a task, duty, etc|) promptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,1,3 ], "to eat up quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,1,4 ], "to murder or execute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,2,1 ], "the act of sending off a letter, messenger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,2,2 ], "prompt action or speed (often in the phrase with dispatch)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,2,3 ], "an official communication or report, sent in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,2,4 ], "a report sent to a newspaper, etc|, by a correspondent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispatch",1,2,5 ], "murder or execution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispel",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to disperse or drive away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispend",1,1,1 ], "to spend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensable",1,1,1 ], "not essential; expendable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensable",1,1,3 ], "(of a law, vow, etc|) able to be relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensary",1,1,1 ], "a place where medicine and medical supplies are dispensed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,1 ], "the act of distributing or dispensing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,2 ], "something distributed or dispensed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,3 ], "a system or plan of administering or dispensing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,3,1 ], "permission to dispense with an obligation of church law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,3,2 ], "the document authorizing such permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,4 ], "any exemption from a rule or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,4,1 ], "the ordering of life and events by God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,4,2 ], "a divine decree affecting an individual or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,4,3 ], "a religious system or code of prescriptions for life and conduct regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensation",1,1,4,3 ], "of divine origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispensatory",1,1,1 ], "a book listing the composition, preparation, and application of various drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispensatory",1,2,1 ], "of or involving dispensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispense",1,1,1 ], "to give out or distribute in portions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispense",1,2,1 ], "to prepare and distribute (medicine), esp| on prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispense",1,3,1 ], "to administer (the law, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispense",1,4,1 ], "to do away (with) or manage (without)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispense",1,4,2 ], "to grant a dispensation to (someone) from (some obligation of church law)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispense",1,4,3 ], "to exempt or excuse from a rule or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispenser",1,1,1 ], "a device, such as a vending machine, that automatically dispenses a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispenser",1,1,1 ], "item or a measured quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispenser",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that dispenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispermous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowering plants) producing or having two seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersal prison",1,1,1 ], "a prison organized and equipped to accommodate a proportion of the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersal prison",1,1,1 ], "dangerous and highest security risk prisoners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispersal",1,1,1 ], "another word for dispersion ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersal",1,1,2 ], "the spread of animals, plants, or seeds to new areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersant",1,1,1 ], "a liquid or gas used to disperse small particles or droplets, as in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersant",1,1,1 ], "aerosol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,1,1 ], "to scatter; distribute over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,1,2 ], "to dissipate or cause to dissipate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,1,3 ], "to leave or cause to leave a gathering, often in a random manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,1,4 ], "to separate or be separated by dispersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,2,1 ], "to diffuse or spread (news, information, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,2,2 ], "formation of a suspension or colloid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,2,2 ], "to separate (particles) throughout a solid, liquid, or gas, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disperse",1,3,1 ], "of or consisting of the particles in a colloid or suspension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion hardening",1,1,1 ], "the lattice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion hardening",1,1,1 ], "the strengthening of an alloy as a result of the presence of fine particles in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,1 ], "the act of dispersing or the condition of being dispersed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,1,1 ], "the separation of electromagnetic radiation into constituents of different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,1,1 ], "wavelengths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,1,2 ], "a measure of the ability of a substance to separate by refraction, expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,1,2 ], "by the first differential of the refractive index with respect to wavelength at a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,1,2 ], "given value of wavelength| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,2 ], "some central point, usually the arithmetic mean or median" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,2 ], "the degree to which values of a frequency distribution are scattered around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,3 ], "a system containing particles dispersed in a solid, liquid, or gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,4 ], "the pattern of fire from a weapon system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersion",1,1,5 ], "the deviation of a rocket from its prescribed path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersive",1,1,1 ], "tending or serving to disperse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersoid",1,1,1 ], "a system, such as a colloid or suspension, in which one phase is dispersed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispersoid",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispirit",1,1,1 ], "to lower the spirit or enthusiasm of make downhearted or depressed discourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displace",1,1,1 ], "to move from the usual or correct location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displace",1,1,2 ], "to remove from office or employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displace",1,1,3 ], "to occupy the place of; replace; supplant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displace",1,1,4 ], "to force (someone) to leave home or country, as during a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displace",1,1,5 ], "to replace (an atom or group in a chemical compound) by another atom or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displace",1,1,6 ], "to cause a displacement of (a quantity of liquid, usually water of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displace",1,1,6 ], "type and density)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "displaced person",1,1,1 ], "a person forced from his home or country, esp| by war or revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement activity",1,1,1 ], "behaviour that occurs typically in a situation of conflict and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement activity",1,1,1 ], "characterized by its irrelevance to that situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "displacement ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton'1 ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,1 ], "the act of displacing or the condition of being displaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,2 ], "the weight or volume displaced by a floating or submerged body in a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,3 ], "another name for substitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,4 ], "the volume displaced by the piston of a reciprocating pump or engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,5 ], "disguises their real nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,5 ], "the transferring of emotional feelings from their original object to one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,6 ], "corresponding point on the opposite side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,6 ], "the distance any point on one side of a fault plane has moved in relation to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displacement",1,1,7 ], "an apparent change in position of a body, such as a star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displant",1,1,1 ], "to displace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displant",1,1,2 ], "to transplant (a plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,1,1 ], "to show or make visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,1,2 ], "to disclose or make evident; reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,1,3 ], "to flaunt in an ostentatious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,1,4 ], "to spread or open out; unfurl or unfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,1,5 ], "to give prominence to (headings, captions, etc|) by the use of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,1,5 ], "typefaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,1 ], "the act of exhibiting or displaying; show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,2 ], "something exhibited or displayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,3 ], "an ostentatious or pretentious exhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,3,1 ], "a device capable of representing information visually, as on a cathode-ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,3,1 ], "an arrangement of certain typefaces to give prominence to headings, captions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,3,1 ], "tube screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,3,2 ], "printed matter that is eye-catching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,3,2 ], "the information so presented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,4 ], "a pattern of behaviour in birds, fishes, etc|, by which the animal attracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,4 ], "attention while it is courting the female, defending its territory, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,5 ], "relating to or using typefaces that give prominence to the words they are used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "display",1,2,5 ], "to set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "displease",1,1,1 ], "to annoy, offend, or cause displeasure to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displeasure",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being displeased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displeasure",1,1,1,1 ], "pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displeasure",1,1,1,2 ], "an act or cause of offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displeasure",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for displease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "displode",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for explode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disport",1,1,1 ], "to indulge (oneself) in pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disport",1,2,1 ], "to frolic or gambol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disport",1,3,1 ], "amusement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposable",1,1,1 ], "designed for disposal after use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposable",1,1,2 ], "available for use if needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposable",1,2,1 ], "something, such as a baby's nappy, that is designed for disposal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,1 ], "the act or means of getting rid of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,2 ], "placement or arrangement in a particular order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,3 ], "a specific method of tending to matters, as in business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,4 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,4 ], "the act or process of transferring something to or providing something for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,5 ], "phrase at one's disposal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,5 ], "the power or opportunity to make use of someone or something (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,6 ], "a means of destroying waste products, as by grinding into particles|Also (for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposal",1,1,6 ], "senses 2-5): disposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,1,1,1 ], "to deal with or settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,1,1,2 ], "to give, sell, or transfer to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,1,1,3 ], "to throw out or away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,1,1,4 ], "to consume, esp| hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,1,2 ], "to arrange or settle (matters) by placing into correct or final condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,2,1 ], "to make willing or receptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,3,1 ], "to adjust or place in a certain order or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,4,1 ], "to accustom or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispose",1,5,1 ], "an obsolete word for disposal or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposed",1,1,1,1 ], "having an inclination as specified (towards something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposed",1,1,1,2 ], "well-disposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposition",1,1,1 ], "a person's usual temperament or frame of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposition",1,1,2 ], "a natural or acquired tendency, inclination, or habit in a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposition",1,1,3 ], "another word for disposal 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposition",1,1,4 ], "manner of placing or arranging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispossess",1,1,1 ], "to take away possession of something, esp| property expel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disposure",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for disposal or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispraise",1,1,1 ], "to express disapproval or condemnation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispraise",1,2,1 ], "the disapproval, etc|, expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disprize",1,1,1 ], "to scorn; disdain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproof",1,1,1 ], "facts that disprove something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproof",1,1,2 ], "the act of disproving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproportion",1,1,1 ], "lack of proportion or equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproportion",1,1,2 ], "an instance of disparity or inequality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproportion",1,2,1 ], "to cause to become exaggerated or unequal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproportionate",1,1,1 ], "out of proportion; unequal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproportionate",1,2,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo disproportionation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproportionation",1,1,1 ], "a reaction between two identical molecules in which one is reduced and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disproportionation",1,1,1 ], "other oxidized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disprove",1,1,1 ], "to show (an assertion, claim, etc|) to be incorrect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disputable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being argued; debatable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disputant",1,1,1 ], "a person who argues; contestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disputant",1,2,1 ], "engaged in argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disputation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of arguing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disputation",1,1,2 ], "a formal academic debate on a thesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disputation",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disputatious",1,1,1 ], "inclined to argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispute",1,1,1 ], "to argue, debate, or quarrel about (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispute",1,2,1 ], "to doubt the validity, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispute",1,3,1 ], "to seek to win; contest for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispute",1,4,1 ], "to struggle against; resist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispute",1,5,1 ], "an argument or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dispute",1,5,2 ], "a fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disqualify",1,1,1 ], "to make unfit or unqualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disqualify",1,1,2 ], "to make ineligible, as for entry to an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disqualify",1,1,3 ], "to debar (a player or team) from a sporting contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disqualify",1,1,4 ], "to divest or deprive of rights, powers, or privileges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disquiet",1,1,1 ], "a feeling or condition of anxiety or uneasiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disquiet",1,2,1 ], "to make anxious or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disquiet",1,3,1 ], "uneasy or anxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disquietude",1,1,1 ], "a feeling or state of anxiety or uneasiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disquisition",1,1,1 ], "a formal written or oral examination of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrate",1,1,1 ], "to punish (an officer) by lowering him in rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disregard",1,1,1 ], "to give little or no attention to; ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disregard",1,1,2 ], "to treat as unworthy of consideration or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disregard",1,2,1 ], "lack of attention or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrelish",1,1,1 ], "to have a feeling of aversion for; dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrelish",1,2,1 ], "such a feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disremember",1,1,1 ], "to fail to recall (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrepair",1,1,1 ], "requiring repairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disrepair",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being worn out or in poor working order; a condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disreputable",1,1,1 ], "having or causing a lack of repute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disreputable",1,1,2 ], "disordered in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrepute",1,1,1 ], "a loss or lack of credit or repute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrespect",1,1,1 ], "contempt; rudeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrespect",1,2,1 ], "to show lack of respect for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrespectable",1,1,1 ], "unworthy of respect; not respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrobe",1,1,1 ], "to remove the clothing of (a person) or (of a person) to undress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrobe",1,2,1 ], "to divest of authority, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrupt",1,1,1 ], "to throw into turmoil or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrupt",1,2,1 ], "to interrupt the progress of (a movement, meeting, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disrupt",1,2,2 ], "to break or split (something) apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disruptive discharge",1,1,1 ], "a sudden large increase in current through an insulating medium resulting from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disruptive discharge",1,1,1 ], "failure of the medium to withstand an applied electric field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disruptive",1,1,1 ], "involving, causing, or tending to cause disruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissatisfied",1,1,1 ], "having or showing dissatisfaction; discontented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissatisfy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to fail to satisfy; disappoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissect",1,1,1 ], "to cut open and examine the structure of (a dead animal or plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissect",1,2,1 ], "to examine critically and minutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissected",1,1,1 ], "in the form of narrow lobes or segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissected",1,1,2 ], "(of plains) cut by erosion into hills and valleys, esp| following tectonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissected",1,1,2 ], "movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disseise",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of seisin; wrongfully dispossess of a freehold interest in land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disseisin",1,1,1 ], "the act of disseising or state of being disseised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissemble",1,1,1 ], "to conceal (one's real motives, emotions, etc|) by pretence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissemble",1,2,1 ], "to pretend; simulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissemble",1,2,2 ], "to ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disseminate",1,1,1 ], "to distribute or scatter about diffuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disseminated sclerosis",1,1,1 ], "another name for multiple sclerosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disseminule",1,1,1 ], "any propagative part of a plant, such as a seed or spore, that helps to spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disseminule",1,1,1 ], "the species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissension",1,1,1 ], "disagreement, esp| when leading to a quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissent",1,1,1 ], "to have a disagreement or withhold assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissent",1,1,2 ], "church, and to adhere to a different system of beliefs and practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissent",1,1,2 ], "to refuse to conform to the doctrines, beliefs, or practices of an established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissent",1,2,1 ], "a difference of opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissent",1,2,2 ], "separation from an established church; Nonconformism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissent",1,2,3 ], "dissenting judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissent",1,2,3 ], "the voicing of a minority opinion in announcing the decision on a case at law;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissentient",1,1,1 ], "dissenting, esp| from the opinion of the majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissentient",1,2,1 ], "a dissenter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissentious",1,1,1 ], "argumentative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissepiment",1,1,1 ], "a dividing partition or membrane, such as that between the chambers of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissepiment",1,1,1 ], "syncarpous ovary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissertate",1,1,1 ], "to give or make a dissertation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissertation",1,1,1 ], "a written thesis, often based on original research, usually required for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissertation",1,1,1 ], "higher degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissertation",1,1,2 ], "a formal discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disserve",1,1,1 ], "to do a disservice to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disservice",1,1,1 ], "an ill turn; wrong; injury, esp| when trying to help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissever",1,1,1 ], "to break off or become broken off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissever",1,2,1 ], "to divide up into parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissident",1,1,1 ], "disagreeing; dissenting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissident",1,2,1 ], "a person who disagrees, esp| one who disagrees with the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilar",1,1,1 ], "not alike; not similar; different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilarity",1,1,1 ], "difference; unlikeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilarity",1,1,2 ], "a point or instance of difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become dissimilar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilate",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilate",1,1,3 ], "displaced by (another consonant) so that its manner of articulation becomes less similar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilate",1,1,3 ], "marbre is dissimilated to (l) in its English form marble" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilate",1,1,3 ], "to a speech sound in the same word| Thus (r) in the final syllable of French" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilate",1,1,3 ], "to change or displace (a consonant) or (of a consonant) to be changed to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of making dissimilar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilation",1,1,2 ], "the alteration or omission of a consonant as a result of being dissimilated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilation",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for catabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilitude",1,1,1 ], "dissimilarity; difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimilitude",1,1,2 ], "a point of difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissimulate",1,1,1 ], "to conceal (one's real feelings, etc|) by pretence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipate",1,1,1 ], "to exhaust or be exhausted by dispersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipate",1,2,1 ], "to scatter or break up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipate",1,3,1 ], "to indulge in the pursuit of pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipated",1,1,1 ], "indulging without restraint in the pursuit of pleasure; debauched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipated",1,1,2 ], "wasted, scattered, or exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipation",1,1,1 ], "the act of dissipating or condition of being dissipated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipation",1,1,2 ], "unrestrained indulgence in physical pleasures, esp| alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipation",1,1,3 ], "excessive expenditure; wastefulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissipation",1,1,4 ], "amusement; diversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociable",1,1,1 ], "able to be dissociated; distinguishable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociable",1,1,2 ], "incongruous; irreconcilable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociable",1,1,3 ], "(d$I!s@#s@ ' )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociable",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for unsociable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociate",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissociate",1,1,1 ], "to break or cause to break the association between (people, organizations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociate",1,2,1 ], "to regard or treat as separate or unconnected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociate",1,2,2 ], "to undergo or subject to dissociation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,1 ], "the act of dissociating or the state of being dissociated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,1,1 ], "a reversible chemical change of the molecules of a single compound into two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,1,1 ], "more other molecules, atoms, ions, or radicals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,1,2 ], "any decomposition of the molecules of a single compound into two or more other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,1,2 ], "compounds, atoms, ions, or radicals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,2 ], "a gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,2 ], "separation of molecules or atoms that occurs when a liquid or solid changes to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,3 ], "personality" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,3 ], "personality, so that they lead an independent existence, as in cases of multiple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissociation",1,1,3 ], "the separation of a group of mental processes or ideas from the rest of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissoluble",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for soluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolute",1,1,1 ], "given to dissipation; debauched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolution",1,1,1 ], "the resolution or separation into component parts; disintegration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolution",1,1,2 ], "destruction by breaking up and dispersing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolution",1,1,3 ], "the termination of a meeting or assembly, such as Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolution",1,1,4 ], "enterprise, marriage, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissolution",1,1,4 ], "the termination of a formal or legal relationship, such as a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolution",1,1,5 ], "the state of being dissolute; dissipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolution",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of dissolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,1 ], "to go or cause to go into solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become liquid; melt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,3 ], "to disintegrate or disperse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,4 ], "to come or bring to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,5 ], "dismissed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,5 ], "to dismiss (a meeting, parliament, etc|) or (of a meeting, etc|) to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,6 ], "to collapse or cause to collapse emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,1,7 ], "to lose or cause to lose distinctness or clarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,2,1 ], "to terminate legally, as a marriage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,3,1 ], "imperceptibly (fast dissolve) or slowly overlap (slow dissolve) over a period of about three" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,3,1 ], "or four seconds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,3,1 ], "to fade out one scene and replace with another to make two scenes merge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolve",1,4,1 ], "a scene filmed or televised by dissolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolvent",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for solvent ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissolvent",1,2,1 ], "able to dissolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissonance",1,1,1 ], "a discordant combination of sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissonance",1,1,2 ], "lack of agreement or consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissonance",1,1,2,1 ], "a sensation commonly associated with all intervals of the second and seventh," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissonance",1,1,2,1 ], "all diminished and augmented intervals, and all chords based on these intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissonance",1,1,2,2 ], "an interval or chord of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissonant",1,1,1 ], "discordant; cacophonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissonant",1,1,2 ], "incongruous or discrepant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissonant",1,1,3 ], "characterized by dissonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissuade",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by from) to deter (someone) by persuasion from a course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissuade",1,1,1 ], "action, policy, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissuade",1,1,2 ], "to advise against (an action, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissyllable",1,1,1 ], "a word of two syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissymmetry",1,1,1 ], "lack of symmetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dissymmetry",1,1,2 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dissymmetry",1,1,2 ], "the relationship between two objects when one is the mirror image of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distaff side",1,1,1 ], "the female side or branch of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distaff",1,1,1 ], "the rod on which wool, flax, etc|, is wound preparatory to spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distaff",1,1,2 ], "women's work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distal",1,1,1 ], "(of a muscle, bone, limb, etc|) situated farthest from the centre, median" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distal",1,1,1 ], "line, or point of attachment or origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,1 ], "the intervening space between two points or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,10 ], "a point on a racecourse 240 yards from the winning post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,10,2 ], "Brit| any interval of more than 20 lengths between any two finishers in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,10,2 ], "race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,10,3 ], "U|S| the part of a racecourse that a horse must reach in any heat before the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,10,3 ], "winner passes the finishing line in order to qualify for later heats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,11 ], "go the distance| to be able to complete an assigned task or responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,12 ], "the distant parts of a picture, such as a landscape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,13 ], "middle distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,13,1 ], "(in a picture) halfway between the foreground and the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,13,2 ], "(in a natural situation) halfway between the observer and the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,14 ], "relating to or denoting the longer races, usually those longer than a mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,2 ], "the length of this gap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,3 ], "the state of being apart in space; remoteness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,4 ], "an interval between two points in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,5 ], "the extent of progress; advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,6 ], "a distant place or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,7 ], "a separation or remoteness in relationship; disparity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,8 ], "another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,8 ], "keep one's distance| to maintain a proper or discreet reserve in respect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,8,1 ], "the length of the shortest line segment joining two points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,8,2 ], "the length along a straight line or curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,9 ], "(preceded by the) the most distant or a faraway part of the visible scene or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,1,9 ], "landscape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,2,1 ], "to hold or place at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,2,2 ], "to separate (oneself) mentally or emotionally from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distance",1,2,3 ], "to outdo; outstrip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distant early warning",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| radar detection system to warn of missile attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distant",1,1,1 ], "far away or apart in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distant",1,2,1 ], "separated in space or time by a specified distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distant",1,2,2 ], "apart in relevance, association, or relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distant",1,2,3 ], "coming from or going to a faraway place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distant",1,2,4 ], "remote in manner; aloof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distant",1,2,5 ], "abstracted; absent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distaste",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for) an absence of pleasure (in); dislike (of); aversion (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distaste",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distasteful",1,1,1 ], "unpleasant or offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",1,1,1 ], "any of various infectious diseases of animals, esp| canine distemper, a highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",1,1,1 ], "contagious viral disease of young dogs, characterized by high fever and a discharge from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",1,1,1 ], "the nose and eyes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",1,1,1,1 ], "a disease or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",1,1,1,2 ], "disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",1,1,1,3 ], "discontent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",1,2,1 ], "to disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",2,1,1 ], "a technique of painting in which the pigments are mixed with water, glue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",2,1,1 ], "size, etc|, used for poster, mural, and scene painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",2,1,2 ], "including, in Britain, whitewash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",2,1,2 ], "the paint used in this technique or any of various water-based paints," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",2,2,1 ], "to mix (pigments) with water and size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distemper",2,2,2 ], "to paint (something) with distemper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distend",1,1,1 ], "to expand or be expanded by or as if by pressure from within; swell; inflate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distend",1,2,1 ], "to stretch out or extend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distend",1,3,1 ], "to magnify in importance; exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distich",1,1,1 ], "a unit of two verse lines, usually a couplet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distichous",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) arranged in two vertical rows on opposite sides of the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distil",1,1,1 ], "to subject to or undergo distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distil",1,1,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by out or off) to purify, separate, or concentrate, or be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distil",1,1,2 ], "purified, separated, or concentrated by distillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distil",1,1,3 ], "to obtain or be obtained by distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distil",1,1,4 ], "to exude or give off (a substance) in drops or small quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distil",1,2,1 ], "to extract the essence of as if by distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillate",1,1,1 ], "the product of distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillate",1,1,2 ], "a concentrated essence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or product of distilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,2 ], "the process of evaporating or boiling a liquid and condensing its vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,3 ], "boiling points of their components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,3 ], "purification or separation of mixture by using different evaporation rates or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,4 ], "heating it in a solvent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,4 ], "the process of obtaining the essence or an extract of a substance, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,5 ], "another name for distillate ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillation",1,1,6 ], "a concentrated essence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distiller",1,1,1 ], "a person or organization that distils, esp| a company that makes spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distillery",1,1,1 ], "a place where alcoholic drinks, etc|, are made by distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinct",1,1,1 ], "easily sensed or understood; clear; precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinct",1,1,2 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by from) not the same (as); separate (from);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinct",1,1,2 ], "distinguished (from)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distinct",1,1,3 ], "not alike; different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinct",1,1,4 ], "sharp; clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinct",1,1,5 ], "recognizable; definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinct",1,1,6 ], "explicit; unequivocal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinction",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of distinguishing or differentiating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinction",1,1,2 ], "a distinguishing feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinction",1,1,3 ], "the state of being different or distinguishable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinction",1,1,4 ], "special honour, recognition, or fame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinction",1,1,5 ], "excellence of character; distinctive qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinction",1,1,6 ], "distinguished appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinction",1,1,7 ], "a symbol of honour or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinctive",1,1,1 ], "serving or tending to distinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinctive",1,1,2 ], "English are that it is voiceless, bilabial, non-nasal, and plosive; /b/ is voiced," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "distinctive",1,1,2 ], "bilabial, non-nasal, and plosive: the two differ by the distinctive feature of voice" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "distinctive",1,1,2 ], "denoting one of a set of minimal features of a phoneme in a given language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinctive",1,1,2 ], "that serve to distinguish it from other phonemes| The distinctive features of /p/ in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distingu",1,1,1 ], "distinguished or noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguish",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by between or among) to make, show, or recognize a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguish",1,1,1 ], "difference or differences (between or among); differentiate (between)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distinguish",1,1,2 ], "to be a distinctive feature of; characterize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguish",1,1,3 ], "to make out; perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguish",1,1,4 ], "to mark for a special honour or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguish",1,1,5 ], "to make (oneself) noteworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguish",1,1,6 ], "to classify; categorize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguished",1,1,1 ], "noble or dignified in appearance or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distinguished",1,1,2 ], "eminent; famous; celebrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distort",1,1,1 ], "to twist or pull out of shape; make bent or misshapen; contort; deform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distort",1,1,2 ], "to alter or misrepresent (facts, motives, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distort",1,1,3 ], "to reproduce or amplify (a signal) inaccurately, changing the shape of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distort",1,1,3 ], "waveform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of distorting or the state of being distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,2 ], "something that is distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,3 ], "an aberration of a lens or optical system in which the magnification varies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,3 ], "with the lateral distance from the axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,3,1 ], "an undesired change in the shape of an electrical wave or signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,3,2 ], "reception or sound reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,3,2 ], "the result of such a change in waveform, esp| a loss of clarity in radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,4 ], "a change in perception so that it does not correspond to reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distortion",1,1,5 ], "the alteration of unconscious thoughts to let them appear in consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distract",1,1,1 ], "to draw the attention of (a person) away from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distract",1,1,2 ], "to divide or confuse the attention of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distract",1,1,3 ], "to amuse or entertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distract",1,1,4 ], "to trouble greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distract",1,1,5 ], "to make mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distracted",1,1,1 ], "bewildered; confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distracted",1,1,2 ], "mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distraction",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of distracting or the state of being distracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distraction",1,1,2 ], "something that serves as a diversion or entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distraction",1,1,3 ], "an interruption; an obstacle to concentration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distraction",1,1,4 ], "mental turmoil or madness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distrain",1,1,1 ], "to seize (personal property) by way of distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distrainee",1,1,1 ], "a person whose property has been seized by way of distraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distraint",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of distraining; distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distrait",1,1,1 ], "absent-minded; abstracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distraught",1,1,1 ], "distracted or agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distraught",1,1,2 ], "mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress merchandise",1,1,1 ], "goods sold at reduced prices in order to pay overdue debts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,1,1 ], "to cause mental pain to; upset badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,1,2 ], "to subject to financial or other trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for distrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,1,4 ], "to compel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,1 ], "mental pain; anguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,2 ], "the act of distressing or the state of being distressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,3 ], "physical or financial trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,4 ], "in distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,5 ], "(of a ship, aircraft, etc|) in dire need of help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,5,1 ], "satisfaction of a debt, claim, etc|; distraint|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,5,1 ], "the seizure and holding of property as security for payment of or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,5,2 ], "the property thus seized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distress",1,2,5,3 ], "U|S| distress merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distressed",1,1,1 ], "much troubled; upset; afflicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distressed",1,1,2 ], "in financial straits; poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distressed",1,1,3 ], "another word for depressed ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributary",1,1,1 ], "one of several outlet streams draining a river, esp| on a delta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribute",1,1,1 ], "to give out in shares; dispense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribute",1,1,2 ], "to hand out or deliver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribute",1,1,3 ], "to spread throughout a space or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribute",1,1,4 ], "to divide into classes or categories; classify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribute",1,1,5 ], "to return (used type) to the correct positions in the type case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribute",1,1,6 ], "to use (a term) so that it refers to all members of the class it designates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribute",1,1,7 ], "to dispense (justice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributed term",1,1,1 ], "a term referring to every member of the class it designates, as doctors in all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributed term",1,1,1 ], "doctors are overworked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distributee",1,1,1 ], "a person entitled to share in the estate of an intestate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution function",1,1,1 ], "a function obtained by summing a discrete density or integrating a continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution function",1,1,1 ], "density from which can be derived cumulative frequencies for any value within the range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distribution function",1,1,1 ], "of the original density" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,1 ], "the act of distributing or the state or manner of being distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,2 ], "a thing or portion distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,3 ], "arrangement or location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,4 ], "consumer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,4 ], "the transporting, merchandising, and marketing of goods from producer to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,5 ], "between labour incomes (wages and salaries) and property incomes (rents, interest, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,5 ], "dividends)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,5 ], "the division of the total income of a community among its members, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,6 ], "a set of values with reference to their theoretical or observed frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,7 ], "entitled to share in it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distribution",1,1,7 ], "the apportioning of the estate of a deceased intestate among the persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or relating to distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributive",1,1,2 ], "referring separately to the individual people or items in a group, as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributive",1,1,2 ], "words each and every" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distributive",1,1,3 ], "(of an operation) leading to the same result whether performed before or after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributive",1,1,3 ], "a second specified operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distributive",1,2,1 ], "a distributive word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that distributes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributor",1,1,2 ], "a wholesaler or middleman engaged in the distribution of a category of goods," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distributor",1,1,2 ], "esp| to retailers in a specific area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distributor",1,1,3 ], "sparking plugs in the sequence of the firing order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "distributor",1,1,3 ], "the device in a petrol engine that distributes the high-tension voltage to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district attorney",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the state prosecuting officer in a specified judicial district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district court",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district court",1,1,1,1 ], "a federal trial court serving a federal judicial district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district court",1,1,1,2 ], "(in some states) a court having general jurisdiction in a state judicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district court",1,1,1,2 ], "district" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,1,1 ], "an area of land marked off for administrative or other purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,2 ], "a locality separated by geographical attributes; region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,3 ], "any subdivision of any territory, region, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,4 ], "(in England and Wales) any of the subdivisions of the nonmetropolitan counties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,4 ], "that elects a council responsible for local planning, housing, rates, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,5 ], "(in Scotland until 1975) a landward division of a county" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,6 ], "(in Scotland after 1975) any of the 47 subdivisions of the regions that elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,6 ], "a council responsible for environmental health services, housing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,7 ], "Elected district councils are responsible for environmental health services etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,1,7 ], "any of the 26 areas into which Northern Ireland has been divided since 1973|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "district",1,2,1 ], "to divide into districts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distringas",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a writ directing a sheriff to distrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distrust",1,1,1 ], "to regard as untrustworthy or dishonest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distrust",1,2,1 ], "suspicion; doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distr|",1,1,1 ], "distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "distr|",1,1,2 ], "distributor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturb",1,1,1 ], "to intrude on; interrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturb",1,1,2 ], "to destroy or interrupt the quietness or peace of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturb",1,1,3 ], "to disarrange; muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturb",1,1,4 ], "to upset or agitate; trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturb",1,1,5 ], "to inconvenience; put out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbance",1,1,1 ], "the act of disturbing or the state of being disturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbance",1,1,2 ], "an interruption or intrusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbance",1,1,3 ], "an unruly outburst or tumult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbance",1,1,4 ], "an interference with another's rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbance",1,1,5 ], "a minor movement of the earth causing a small earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbance",1,1,6 ], "a small depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbance",1,1,7 ], "a mental or emotional disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disturbed",1,1,1 ], "emotionally upset, troubled, or maladjusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dist|",1,1,1 ], "distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dist|",1,1,2 ], "distinguish(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dist|",1,1,3 ], "district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disulfiram",1,1,1 ], "a drug used in the treatment of alcoholism that acts by inducing nausea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disulfiram",1,1,1 ], "vomiting following ingestion of alcohol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disulphate",1,1,1 ], "another name for pyrosulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disulphide",1,1,1 ], "any chemical compound containing two sulphur atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for pyrosulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disunite",1,1,1 ], "to separate or become separate; disrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disunite",1,2,1 ], "to set at variance; estrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disunity",1,1,1 ], "dissension or disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disuse",1,1,1 ], "disuse)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "disuse",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being unused; neglect (often in the phrases in or into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disused",1,1,1 ], "no longer used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "disyllable",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dissyllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dit" ,1, 1, 1],"the short sound used, in combination with the long sound",1). c_DEF([ "dita",1,1,1 ], "an apocynaceous shrub, Alstonia scholaris, of tropical Africa and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dita",1,1,1 ], "large shiny whorled leaves and medicinal bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,1,1 ], "a narrow channel dug in the earth, usually used for drainage, irrigation, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,1,1 ], "as a boundary marker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,1,2 ], "any small, natural waterway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,1,3 ], "either of the gutters at the side of a tenpin bowling lane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,1,4 ], "last ditch| a last resort or place of last defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,2,1 ], "to make a ditch or ditches in (a piece of ground)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,3,1 ], "to edge with a ditch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,3,2 ], "circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,3,2 ], "to crash or be crashed, esp| deliberately, as to avoid more unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,4,1 ], "to abandon or discard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,4,2 ], "to land (an aircraft) on water in an emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditch",1,5,1 ], "to evade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditheism",1,1,1 ], "the belief in two equal gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditheism",1,1,2 ], "evil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ditheism",1,1,2 ], "the belief that two equal principles reign over the world, one good and one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dither",1,1,1 ], "to be uncertain or indecisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dither",1,1,2 ], "to be in an agitated state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dither",1,1,3 ], "to tremble, as with cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dither",1,2,1 ], "a state of indecision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dither",1,2,2 ], "a state of agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dithionite",1,1,1 ], "any salt of dithionous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dithionous acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable dibasic acid known only in solution and in the form of dithionite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dithionous acid",1,1,1 ], "salts| It is a powerful reducing agent| Formula: H2S2O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dithyramb",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a passionate choral hymn in honour of Dionysus; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dithyramb",1,1,1 ], "forerunner of Greek drama" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dithyramb",1,1,2 ], "any utterance or a piece of writing that resembles this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dithyrambic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a dithyramb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dithyrambic",1,1,2 ], "passionately eloquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dittander",1,1,1 ], "Africa, and SW Asia, with clusters of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dittander",1,1,1 ], "a cruciferous plant, Lepidium latifolium, of coastal regions of Europe, N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dittany",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic Cretan plant, Origanum dictamnus, with pink drooping flowers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dittany",1,1,1 ], "formerly credited with great medicinal properties: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dittany",1,1,2 ], "a North American labiate plant, Cunila origanoides, with clusters of purplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dittany",1,1,2 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dittany",1,1,3 ], "another name for gas plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a duplicate",1). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 1, 1],"avoid repetition and symbolized by two small marks ($,) known as ,ditto marks, placed",2). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 1, 1],"the aforementioned; the above; the same| Used in accounts, lists, etc|, to",1). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 1, 1],"under the thing repeated",3). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 2, 1],"in the same way",1). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 3, 1],"Informal| used to avoid repeating or to confirm agreement with an immediately",1). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 3, 1],"preceding sentence",2). c_DEF([ "ditto" ,1, 4, 1],"(tr|) to copy; repeat",1). c_DEF([ "dittography",1,1,1 ], "the unintentional repetition of letters or words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dittography",1,1,2 ], "a passage of manuscript demonstrating dittography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditty bag",1,1,1 ], "a sailor's cloth bag for personal belongings or tools| A box used for these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ditty bag",1,1,1 ], "purposes is termed a ditty box" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ditty",1,1,1 ], "a short simple song or poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diuresis",1,1,1 ], "excretion of an unusually large quantity of urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diuretic",1,1,1 ], "acting to increase the flow of urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diuretic",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that increases the flow of urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diurnal",1,1,1 ], "happening during the day or daily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diurnal",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) open during the day and closed at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diurnal",1,1,3 ], "(of animals) active during the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diurnal",1,2,1 ], "a service book containing all the canonical hours except matins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "div",2,1,1 ], "a stupid or foolish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diva",1,1,1 ], "a highly distinguished female singer prima donna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divagate",1,1,1 ], "to digress or wander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divalent",1,1,1 ], "having a valency of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divalent",1,1,2 ], "having two valencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divan",1,1,1,1 ], "a backless sofa or couch, designed to be set against a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divan",1,1,1,2 ], "a bed resembling such a couch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divan",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) a room for smoking and drinking, as in a coffee shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divan",1,1,2,1 ], "a Muslim law court, council chamber, or counting house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divan",1,1,2,2 ], "a Muslim council of state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divan",1,1,3 ], "a collection of poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divan",1,1,4 ], "(in Muslim law) an account book| Also (for senses 2-5): diwan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divaricate",1,1,1 ], "(da$I!vr$I~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divaricate",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of branches) to diverge at a wide angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divaricate",1,3,1 ], "(da$I!vr$Ik$It, -~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divaricate",1,3,2 ], "branching widely; forked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divaricator",1,1,1 ], "a muscle in brachiopods that controls the opening of the shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive bomber",1,1,1 ], "a military aircraft designed to release its bombs on a target during a steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive bomber",1,1,1 ], "dive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dive brake",1,1,1 ], "another name for air brake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to plunge headfirst into water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,2 ], "(of a submarine, swimmer, etc|) to submerge under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,3 ], "to fly (an aircraft) in a steep nose-down descending path, or (of an aircraft)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,3 ], "to fly in such a path" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,4 ], "to rush, go, or reach quickly, as in a headlong plunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,5 ], "to dip or put (one's hand) quickly or forcefully (into)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,6 ], "(usually foll| by in or into) to involve oneself (in something); as in eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,1,6 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,2,1 ], "a headlong plunge into water, esp| one of several formalized movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,2,1 ], "executed as a sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,2,2 ], "an act or instance of diving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,2,3 ], "a steep nose-down descent of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,2,4 ], "a disreputable or seedy bar or club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive",1,2,5 ], "the act of a boxer pretending to be knocked down or out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dive-bomb",1,1,1 ], "to bomb (a target) using or in the manner of a dive bomber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diver",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that dives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diver",1,1,2 ], "a person who works or explores underwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diver",1,1,3 ], "any aquatic bird of the genus Gavia, family Gaviidae, and order Gaviiformes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diver",1,1,3 ], "northern oceans, having a straight pointed bill, small wings, and a long body: noted for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diver",1,1,3 ], "swiftness and skill in swimming and diving| U|S| name: loon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diver",1,1,4 ], "any of various other diving birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverge",1,1,1 ], "to separate or cause to separate and go in different directions from a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverge",1,2,1 ], "to be at variance; differ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverge",1,3,1 ], "to deviate from a prescribed course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverge",1,4,1 ], "(of a series) to have no limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergence",1,1,1 ], "the act or result of diverging or the amount by which something diverges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergence",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being divergent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergence",1,1,3 ], "the outflowing of airstreams from a particular area, caused by expanding air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergence",1,1,3,1 ], "V,i6/6x,j6/6y,,k6/6z, and i, j, and k are unit vectors| Usually written: V|A, div A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divergence",1,1,3,1 ], "the scalar product of the operator, V, and a vector function, A, where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergence",1,1,4 ], "electrostatic repulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divergence",1,1,4 ], "the spreading of a stream of electrons as a result of their mutual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergent thinking",1,1,1 ], "single idea or problem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divergent thinking",1,1,1 ], "thinking in which many different ideas or solutions are generated from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergent",1,1,1 ], "diverging or causing divergence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divergent",1,1,2 ], "(of a series) having no limit not convergent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divers",1,1,1,1 ], "various; sundry; some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divers",1,1,1,2 ], "divers of them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverse",1,1,1 ], "having variety; assorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverse",1,1,2 ], "distinct in kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversification",1,1,1 ], "expand, exploit spare capacity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diversification",1,1,1 ], "the practice of varying products, operations, etc|, in order to spread risk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversification",1,1,2 ], "(in regional planning policies) the attempt to provide regions with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversification",1,1,2 ], "adequate variety of industries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diversification",1,1,3 ], "the act of diversifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversiform",1,1,1 ], "having various forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversify",1,1,1 ], "to create different forms of; variegate; vary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversify",1,1,2 ], "(of an enterprise) to vary (products, operations, etc|) in order to spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversify",1,1,2 ], "risk, expand, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diversify",1,1,3 ], "to distribute (investments) among several securities in order to spread risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversion",1,1,1 ], "the act of diverting from a specified course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversion",1,1,2 ], "an official detour used by traffic when a main route is closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversion",1,1,3 ], "something that distracts from business, etc|; amusement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversion",1,1,4 ], "a feint attack designed to draw an enemy away from the main attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being different or varied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diversity",1,1,2 ], "a point of difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divert",1,1,1 ], "to turn (a person or thing) aside from a course; deflect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divert",1,2,1 ], "to entertain; amuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divert",1,3,1 ], "to distract the attention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverticulitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of one or more diverticula, esp| of the colon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverticulosis",1,1,1 ], "the presence of several diverticula, esp| in the intestines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverticulum",1,1,1 ], "any sac or pouch formed by herniation of the wall of a tubular organ or part," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diverticulum",1,1,1 ], "esp| the intestines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divertimento",1,1,1 ], "a piece of entertaining music in several movements, often scored for a mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divertimento",1,1,1 ], "ensemble and having no fixed form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divertimento",1,1,2 ], "an episode in a fugue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divertissement",1,1,1 ], "a brief entertainment or diversion, usually between the acts of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divertissement",1,1,1,1 ], "a fantasia on popular melodies; potpourri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divertissement",1,1,1,2 ], "a piece or pieces written to be played during the intervals in a play, opera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divertissement",1,1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divertissement",1,1,1,3 ], "another word for divertimento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divest" ,1, 1, 1],"to strip (of clothes)",1). c_DEF([ "divest" ,1, 1, 2],"to deprive or dispossess",1). c_DEF([ "divest" ,1, 1, 3],"to take away an estate or interest in property vested (in a person)",1). c_DEF([ "divi",1,1,1 ], "an alternative spelling of divvy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divi-divi",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American caesalpiniaceous tree, Caesalpinia coriaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divi-divi",1,1,2 ], "the pods of this plant, which yield a substance used in tanning leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,1,1 ], "to separate or be separated into parts or groups; split up; part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,1,2 ], "to share or be shared out in parts; distribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,1,3 ], "to diverge or cause to diverge in opinion or aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,2,1 ], "to keep apart or be a boundary between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,3,1 ], "(in Parliament and similar legislatures) to vote by separating into two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,3,1 ], "groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,3,2 ], "to categorize; classify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,3,3 ], "quantity) by division" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,3,3 ], "to calculate the quotient of (one number or quantity) and (another number or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,4,1 ], "to diverge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,5,1 ], "to mark increments of (length, angle, etc|) as by use of an engraving machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,6,1 ], "an area of relatively high ground separating drainage basins; watershed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divide",1,6,2 ], "a division; split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divided highway",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for dual carriageway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divided",1,1,1 ], "another word for dissected ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divided",1,1,2 ], "split; not united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,1,1 ], "a distribution from the net profits of a company to its shareholders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,1,2 ], "a pro-rata portion of this distribution received by a shareholder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,2 ], "the share of a cooperative society's surplus allocated at the end of a period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,2 ], "to members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,3 ], "a sum of money distributed from a company's net profits to the holders of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,3 ], "certain policies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,4 ], "something extra; bonus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,5 ], "a number or quantity to be divided by another number or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividend",1,1,6 ], "the proportion of an insolvent estate payable to the creditors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divider",1,1,1 ], "an object placed to divide a room into separate areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divider",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that divides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividers",1,1,1 ], "a type of compass with two pointed arms, used for measuring lines or dividing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dividers",1,1,1 ], "them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divination",1,1,1 ], "the art, practice, or gift of discerning or discovering future events or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divination",1,1,1 ], "unknown things, as though by supernatural powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divination",1,1,2 ], "a prophecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divination",1,1,3 ], "a presentiment or guess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine office",1,1,1 ], "the canonical prayers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine office",1,1,2 ], "(in the Roman Catholic Church those of the breviary) recited daily by priests," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine office",1,1,2 ], "those in religious orders, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divine right of kings",1,1,1 ], "answerable for their actions to God alone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divine right of kings",1,1,1 ], "the concept that the right to rule derives from God and that kings are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine service",1,1,1 ], "a service of the Christian church, esp| one at which no sacrament is given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing God or a deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,1,2 ], "godlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or associated with religion or worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,1,4 ], "of supreme excellence or worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,1,5 ], "splendid; perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,2,1 ], "another term for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,2,2 ], "a priest, esp| one learned in theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,3,1 ], "to perceive or understand (something) by intuition or insight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,3,2 ], "to conjecture (something); guess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,3,3 ], "to discern (a hidden or future reality) as though by supernatural power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,4,1 ], "rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divine",1,4,1 ], "to search for (underground supplies of water, metal, etc|) using a divining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diving beetle",1,1,1 ], "Dytiscidae, characterized by flattened hindlegs adapted for swimming and diving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diving beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of the aquatic predatory beetles of the widely distributed family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diving bell",1,1,1 ], "an early diving submersible having an open bottom and being supplied with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diving bell",1,1,1 ], "compressed air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diving board",1,1,1 ], "a platform or springboard from which swimmers may dive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diving duck",1,1,1 ], "any of various ducks, such as the pochard, scaup, redhead, and canvasback," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diving duck",1,1,1 ], "of the water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "diving duck",1,1,1 ], "that inhabit bays, estuaries, lakes, etc|, and can dive and swim beneath the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "diving suit",1,1,1 ], "a waterproof suit used by divers, having a heavy detachable helmet and an air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diving suit",1,1,1 ], "supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divining rod",1,1,1 ], "a rod, usually a forked hazel twig, said to move or dip when held over ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divining rod",1,1,1 ], "in which water, metal, etc|, is to be found" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divinity",1,1,1 ], "the nature of a deity or the state of being divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divinity",1,1,2 ], "a god or other divine being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divinity",1,1,3 ], "another term for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divinity",1,1,4 ], "another word for theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divinize",1,1,1 ], "to make divine deify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divisibility",1,1,1 ], "the capacity of a dividend to be exactly divided by a given number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divisible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being divided, usually with no remainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division sign",1,1,1 ], "division, as in 12 & 6 = 2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division sign",1,1,1 ], "the symbol &, placed between the dividend and the divisor to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,1 ], "the act of dividing or state of being divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,10 ], "a major formation, larger than a regiment but smaller than a corps, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,10 ], "the necessary arms to sustain combat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,10,2 ], "Navy| a group of ships of similar type or a tactical unit of naval aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,10,3 ], "Air Force| an organization normally comprising two or more wings with required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,10,3 ], "support units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,11 ], "a major taxonomic division of the plant kingdom that contains one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,11 ], "classes and corresponds to a phylum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,12 ], "any type of propagation in plants in which a new plant grows from a separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,12 ], "part of the original" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,13 ], "(esp| in 17th-century English music) the art of breaking up a melody into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,13 ], "quick phrases, esp| over a ground bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,2 ], "the act of sharing out; distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,3 ], "something that divides or keeps apart, such as a boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,4 ], "one of the parts, groups, etc|, into which something is divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,5 ], "a part of a government, business, country, etc|, that has been made into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,5 ], "unit for administrative, political, or other reasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,6 ], "a formal vote in Parliament or a similar legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,7 ], "a difference of opinion, esp| one that causes separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,8 ], "(in sports) a section, category, or class organized according to age, weight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,8 ], "skill, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,9 ], "a mathematical operation, the inverse of multiplication, in which the quotient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "division",1,1,9 ], "of two numbers or quantities is calculated| Usually written" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divisionism",1,1,1 ], "the pointillism of Seurat and his followers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divisive",1,1,1 ], "causing or tending to cause disagreement or dissension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divisive",1,1,2 ], "having the quality of distinguishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divisor",1,1,1 ], "a number or quantity to be divided into another number or quantity (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divisor",1,1,1 ], "dividend)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divisor",1,1,2 ], "a number that is a factor of another number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divorce",1,1,1 ], "the dissolution of a marriage by judgment of a court or by accepted custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divorce",1,1,2 ], "a judicial decree declaring a marriage to be dissolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divorce",1,1,3 ], "a separation, esp| one that is total or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divorce",1,2,1 ], "or from one's spouse)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divorce",1,2,1 ], "to separate or be separated by divorce; give or obtain a divorce (to a couple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divorce",1,3,1 ], "to remove or separate, esp| completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divorcee" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who has been divorced",1). c_DEF([ "divorcement",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for divorce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divot",1,1,1 ], "a piece of turf dug out of a grass surface, esp| by a golf club or by horses'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divot",1,1,1 ], "hooves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "divulgate",1,1,1 ], "to make publicly known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divulge",1,1,1 ], "to make known (something private or secret) disclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divulsion",1,1,1 ], "a tearing or pulling apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "divvy" ,1, 1, 1],"vies",1). c_DEF([ "div|",1,1,1 ], "divide(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "div|",1,1,2 ], "dividend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "div|",1,1,3 ], "division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "div|",1,1,4 ], "divorce(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "diwan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dewan or divan 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dixie",1,1,1 ], "a large metal pot for cooking, brewing tea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dixie",1,1,2 ], "a mess tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dizen",1,1,1 ], "another word for bedizen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dizzy" ,1, 2, 1],"affected with a whirling or reeling sensation; giddy",1). c_DEF([ "dizzy" ,1, 2, 2],"mentally confused or bewildered",1). c_DEF([ "dizzy" ,1, 2, 3],"causing or tending to cause vertigo or bewilderment",1). c_DEF([ "dizzy" ,1, 2, 4],"foolish or flighty",1). c_DEF([ "dizzy" ,1, 3, 1],"(tr|) to make dizzy",1). c_DEF([ "di|",1,1,1 ], "diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dj",1,1,1 ], "is sometimes associated with exhaustion or certain types of mental disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dj",1,1,1 ], "the experience of perceiving a new situation as if it had occurred before| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "djebel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of jebel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "djinni",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of jinni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dk|",1,1,1 ], "dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dk|",1,1,2 ], "deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dk|",1,1,3 ], "dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dlr|",1,1,1 ], "dealer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dlvy|",1,1,1 ], "delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dm",1,1,1 ], "decimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dmarche",1,1,1 ], "a move, step, or manoeuvre, esp| in diplomatic affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dmarche",1,1,2 ], "a representation or statement of views, complaints, etc|, to a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dmarche",1,1,2 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dmod",1,1,1 ], "out of fashion; outmoded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do away with",1,1,1 ], "to kill or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do away with",1,1,2 ], "to discard or abolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do by",1,1,1 ], "to treat in the manner specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do down",1,1,1 ], "to belittle or humiliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do down",1,1,2 ], "to deceive or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do for",1,2,1 ], "to convict of a crime or offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do for",1,3,1 ], "to cause the ruin, death, or defeat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do for",1,4,1 ], "to do housework for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do for",1,4,2 ], "do well for oneself| to thrive or succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do in",1,1,1 ], "to murder or kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do in",1,1,2 ], "to exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do out",1,1,1 ], "to make tidy or clean; redecorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do out",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of) to deprive (a person) of by swindling or cheating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do over",1,1,1 ], "to renovate or redecorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do over",1,1,2 ], "and Brit| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do over",1,1,3 ], "to attack violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do up",1,1,1 ], "to wrap and make into a bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do up",1,1,2 ], "to cause the downfall of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do up",1,1,3 ], "to beautify or adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do up",1,1,4 ], "to fasten or be fastened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do up",1,1,5 ], "to renovate or redecorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do up",1,1,6 ], "to assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do with",1,1,1 ], "could or can do with| to find useful; benefit from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do with",1,1,2 ], "have to do with| to be involved in or connected with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do with",1,1,3 ], "to do with| concerning; related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do with",1,1,4 ], "what!edo with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do with",1,1,4,1 ], "to put or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do with",1,1,4,2 ], "to handle or treat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do with",1,1,4,3 ], "to fill one's time usefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do without",1,1,1 ], "to forgo; manage without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do without",1,1,2 ], "not to require (uncalled-for comments or advice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 1, 1],"to perform or complete (a deed or action)",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 1, 2],"(often intr|",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 1, 3],"etc|); suffice",2). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 1, 3],"foll| by for) to serve the needs of; be suitable for (a person, situation,",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 10, 1],"to give or render",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 11, 1],"to work at, esp| as a course of study or a profession",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 11, 2],"to perform (a play, etc|); act",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 12, 1],"to travel at a specified speed, esp| as a maximum",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 1],"to travel or traverse (a distance)",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 2],"(takes an infinitive without to) used as an auxiliary before the subject of an",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 2],"interrogative sentence as a way of forming a question",2). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 3],"used as an auxiliary to intensify positive statements and commands",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 4],"commands",2). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 4],"used as an auxiliary before a negative adverb to form negative statements or",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 5],"used as an auxiliary in inverted constructions",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 6],"repetition",2). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 13, 6],"used as an auxiliary to replace an earlier verb or verb phrase to avoid",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 14, 1],"to visit or explore as a sightseer or tourist",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 15, 1],"to wear out; exhaust",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 16, 1],"to happen (esp| in the phrase nothing doing)",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 17, 1],"to serve (a specified period) as a prison sentence",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 18, 1],"to cheat or swindle",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 19, 1],"to rob",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 2, 1],"to arrange or fix",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 20, 1],"to lose or spend (money) completely",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 21, 1],"to treat violently; assault",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 22, 1],"(of a male) to have sexual intercourse with",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 22, 2],"do (a)| Informal| act like; imitate",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 22, 3],"do or die| to make a final or supreme effort",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 22, 4],"how do you doa conventional formula when being introduced",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 22, 5],"make do| to manage with whatever is available",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 23, 1],"dos or do's",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 23, 2],"an act or instance of cheating or swindling",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 23, 3],"a formal or festive gathering; party",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 23, 4],"do's and don'ts| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 23, 5],"those things that should or should not be done; rules|~",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 3, 1],"to prepare or provide; serve",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 4, 1],"to make tidy, elegant, ready, etc|, as by arranging or adorning",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 5, 1],"to improve (esp| in the phrase do something to or for)",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 6, 1],"to find an answer to (a problem or puzzle)",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 7, 1],"to translate or adapt the form or language of",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 8, 1],"to conduct oneself",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 9, 1],"to fare or manage",1). c_DEF([ "do" ,1, 9, 2],"to cause or produce",1). c_DEF([ "do",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of doh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do-gooder",1,1,1 ], "a well-intentioned person, esp| a naive or impractical one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do-it-yourself",1,1,1,1 ], "the hobby or process of constructing and repairing things oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do-it-yourself",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do-or-die",1,1,1 ], "of or involving a determined and sometimes reckless effort to succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do-si-do",1,1,1 ], "a square-dance figure in which dancers pass each other with right shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do-si-do",1,1,1 ], "close or touching and circle back to back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "do-si-do",1,2,1 ], "a call instructing dancers to perform such a figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doab",1,1,1 ], "Ganges and Jumna in N India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doab",1,1,1 ], "the alluvial land between two converging rivers, esp| the area between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being done; practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dob in",1,2,1 ], "to inform against or report, esp| to the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dob in",1,2,2 ], "to contribute to a fund for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dobber-in",1,1,1 ], "an informant or traitor| Sometimes shortened to dobber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dobbin",1,1,1 ], "a name for a horse, esp| a workhorse, often used in children's tales, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dobby",1,1,1 ], "an attachment to a loom, used in weaving small figures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dobl",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of doubloon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dobla",1,1,1 ], "a medieval Spanish gold coin, probably worth 20 maravedis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dobsonfly",1,1,1 ], "a large North American neuropterous insect, Corydalis cornutus: the male has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dobsonfly",1,1,1 ], "by anglers: suborder Megaloptera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dobsonfly",1,1,1 ], "elongated horn-like mouthparts and the larva (a hellgrammite or dobson) is used as bait" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doc",1,1,1 ], "short for doctor, esp| a medical doctor: often used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docent",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a lecturer in some colleges or universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docile",1,1,1 ], "easy to manage, control, or discipline; submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docile",1,1,2 ], "ready to learn; easy to teach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,1 ], "a wharf or pier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,2 ], "a space between two wharves or piers for the mooring of ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,3 ], "an area of water that can accommodate a ship and can be closed off to allow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,3 ], "regulation of the water level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,4 ], "short for dry dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,5 ], "in or into dock| Brit| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,5,1 ], "(of people) in hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,5,2 ], "(of cars, etc|) in a repair shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,6 ], "short for scene dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,1,7 ], "a platform from which lorries, goods trains, etc|, are loaded and unloaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,2,1 ], "to moor (a vessel) at a dock or (of a vessel) to be moored at a dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,2,2 ], "dry dock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,2,2 ], "to put (a vessel) into a dry dock for repairs or (of a vessel) to come into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,2,3 ], "(of two spacecraft) to link together in space or link together (two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",1,2,3 ], "spacecraft) in space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dock",2,1,1 ], "the bony part of the tail of an animal, esp| a dog or sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",2,1,2 ], "off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dock",2,1,2 ], "the part of an animal's tail left after the major part of it has been cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",2,2,1 ], "bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dock",2,2,1 ], "to remove (the tail or part of the tail) of (an animal) by cutting through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",2,2,2 ], "to deduct (an amount) from (a person's wages, pension, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",3,1,1 ], "an enclosed space in a court of law where the accused sits or stands during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",3,1,1 ], "his trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dock",4,1,1 ], "any of various temperate weedy plants of the polygonaceous genus Rumex, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dock",4,1,1 ], "greenish or reddish flowers and typically broad leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dock",4,1,2 ], "any of several similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockage",1,1,1 ], "a charge levied upon a vessel for using a dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockage",1,1,2 ], "facilities for docking vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockage",1,1,3 ], "the practice of docking vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockage",2,1,1 ], "a deduction, as from a price or wages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockage",2,1,2 ], "normal cleaning methods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dockage",2,1,2 ], "the seeds of weeds and other waste material in commercial seeds, removable by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docker",1,1,1 ], "a man employed in the loading or unloading of ships| U|S| equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docker",1,1,1 ], "longshoreman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "docker",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that docks something, such as the tail of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,1 ], "a piece of paper accompanying or referring to a package or other delivery," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,1 ], "stating contents, delivery instructions, etc|, sometimes serving as a receipt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,1,1 ], "a customs certificate declaring that duty has been paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,1,1 ], "an official summary of the proceedings in a court of justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,1,2 ], "a certificate giving particulars of a shipment and allowing its holder to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,1,2 ], "a register containing such a summary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,1,2 ], "obtain a delivery order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,2 ], "a summary of contents, as in a document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,3 ], "a list of things to be done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,3,1 ], "a list of cases awaiting trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,1,3,2 ], "the names of the parties to pending litigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,2,1 ], "to fix a docket to (a package, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,2,1,1 ], "to make a summary of (a document, judgment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,2,1,2 ], "to abstract and enter in a book or register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "docket",1,2,2 ], "to endorse (a document, etc|) with a summary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockland",1,1,1 ], "the area around the docks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockyard",1,1,1 ], "a naval establishment with docks, workshops, etc|, for the building, fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dockyard",1,1,1 ], "out, and repair of vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,1 ], "a person licensed to practise medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,10 ], "esp| in a horse race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,10 ], "go for the doctor| Austral| slang| to make a great effort or move very fast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,11 ], "what the doctor ordered| something needed or desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,12 ], "you're the doctor| you are to make the decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,2 ], "a person who has been awarded a higher academic degree in any field of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,2 ], "knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,3 ], "a person licensed to practise dentistry or veterinary medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,4 ], "Middle Ages whose teachings have greatly influenced orthodox Christian thought" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,4 ], "a title given to any of several of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,4 ], "leading Fathers or theologians in the history of the Christian Church down to the late" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,5 ], "any of various gaudy artificial flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,6 ], "a person who mends or repairs things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,7 ], "a cook on a ship or at a camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,8 ], "a man, esp| a teacher, of learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,9 ], "a device used for local repair of electroplated surfaces, consisting of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,9 ], "anode of the plating material embedded in an absorbent material containing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,1,9 ], "solution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,2,1,1 ], "to give medical treatment to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,2,1,2 ], "to prescribe for (a disease or disorder)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,3,1 ], "to practise medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,4,1 ], "to repair or mend, esp| in a makeshift manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,5,1 ], "to make different in order to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,6,1 ], "to adapt for a desired end, effect, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctor",1,7,1 ], "to castrate (a cat, dog, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctorate",1,1,1 ], "the highest academic degree in any field of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctrinaire",1,1,1 ], "stubbornly insistent on the observation of the niceties of a theory, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctrinaire",1,1,1 ], "without regard to practicality, suitability, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctrinaire",1,1,2 ], "theoretical; impractical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctrinaire",1,2,1 ], "a person who stubbornly attempts to apply a theory without regard to practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctrinaire",1,2,1 ], "difficulties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctrine of descent",1,1,1 ], "organisms; theory of evolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctrine of descent",1,1,1 ], "the theory that animals and plants arose by descent from previously existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctrine",1,1,1 ], "a creed or body of teachings of a religious, political, or philosophical group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doctrine",1,1,1 ], "presented for acceptance or belief; dogma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doctrine",1,1,2 ], "a principle or body of principles that is taught or advocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,1,1 ], "a piece of paper, booklet, etc|, providing information, esp| of an official or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,1,1 ], "legal nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,1,2 ], "evidence; proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,3,1 ], "to record or report in detail, as in the press, on television, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,3,2 ], "to support (statements in a book) with citations, references, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,3,3 ], "to support (a claim, etc|) with evidence or proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,3,4 ], "registration, weight, dimensions, and function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "document",1,3,4 ], "to furnish (a vessel) with official documents specifying its ownership," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "documentary" ,1, 1, 1],"consisting of, derived from, or relating to documents",1). c_DEF([ "documentary" ,1, 1, 2],"presenting factual material with little or no fictional additions",1). c_DEF([ "documentary" ,1, 2, 1],"a factual film or television programme about an event, person, etc|,",1). c_DEF([ "documentary" ,1, 2, 1],"presenting the facts with little or no fiction",2). c_DEF([ "documentation",1,1,1 ], "the act of supplying with or using documents or references" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "documentation",1,1,2 ], "the documents or references supplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "documentation",1,1,3 ], "the furnishing and use of documentary evidence, as in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doc|",1,1,1 ], "document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodder",1,1,1 ], "to move unsteadily; totter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodder",1,1,2 ], "to shake or tremble, as from age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodder",2,1,1 ], "any rootless parasitic plant of the convolvulaceous genus Cuscuta, lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodder",2,1,1 ], "chlorophyll and having slender twining stems with suckers for drawing nourishment from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodder",2,1,1 ], "host plant, scalelike leaves, and whitish flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "doddering",1,1,1 ], "shaky, feeble, or infirm, esp| from old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doddle",1,1,1 ], "something easily accomplished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodeca-",1,1,1 ], "indicating twelve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodecagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having twelve sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodecahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having twelve plane faces| A regular dodecahedron has regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodecahedron",1,1,1 ], "pentagons as faces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodecanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline fatty acid found as glycerides in many vegetable oils: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodecanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "called: lauric acid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dodecanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "making soaps, insecticides, and synthetic resins| Formula: CH3(CH\2)10COOH| Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodecaphonic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the twelve-tone system of serial music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodecasyllable",1,1,1 ], "a line of twelve syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge ball",1,1,1 ], "a game in which the players form a circle and try to hit opponents in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge ball",1,1,1 ], "circle with a large ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,1,1 ], "to avoid or attempt to avoid (a blow, discovery, etc|), as by moving suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,1,2 ], "to evade (questions, etc|) by cleverness or trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,2,1 ], "changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,2,1 ], "to make a bell change places with its neighbour when sounding in successive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,3,1 ], "from an enlarger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,3,1 ], "to lighten or darken (selected areas on a print) by manipulating the light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,4,1 ], "a plan or expedient contrived to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,4,2 ], "a sudden evasive or hiding movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,4,3 ], "a clever contrivance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodge",1,4,4 ], "the act of dodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodger",1,1,1 ], "a person who evades or shirks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodger",1,1,2 ], "a shifty dishonest person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodger",1,1,3 ], "a canvas shelter, mounted on a ship's bridge or over the companionway of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodger",1,1,3 ], "sailing yacht to protect the helmsman from bad weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodger",1,1,4 ], "food, esp| bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodgy",1,1,1 ], "dodgier, dodgiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodgy",1,1,2 ], "risky, difficult, or dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodgy",1,1,3 ], "uncertain or unreliable; tricky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodo",1,1,1 ], "Raphidae of Mauritius and adjacent islands: order Columbiformes (pigeons, etc|)| They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodo",1,1,1 ], "any flightless bird, esp| Raphus cucullatus, of the recently extinct family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodo",1,1,1 ], "had a hooked bill, short stout legs, and greyish plumage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dodo",1,1,2 ], "an intensely conservative or reactionary person who is unaware of changing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodo",1,1,2 ], "fashions, ideas, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dodo",1,1,3 ], "(as) dead as a dodo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dodo",1,1,4 ], "(of a person or thing)irretrievably dead or defunct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doe",1,1,1 ], "the female of the deer, hare, rabbit, and certain other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doek",1,1,1 ], "a square of cloth worn mainly by African women to cover the head|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that does something or acts in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doer",1,1,2 ], "an active or energetic person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "does",1,1,1 ], "(used with a singular noun or the pronouns he, she, or it) a form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "does",1,1,1 ], "present tense (indicative mood) of do'1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doeskin",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a deer, lamb, or sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doeskin",1,1,2 ], "a very supple leather made from this skin and used esp| for gloves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doeskin",1,1,3 ], "a heavy smooth satin-weave or twill-weave cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doeskin",1,1,4 ], "made of doeskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doff",1,1,1 ], "to take off or lift (one's hat) in salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doff",1,1,2 ], "to remove (clothing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog Latin",1,1,1 ], "spurious or incorrect Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog biscuit",1,1,1 ], "a hard biscuit for dogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog box",1,1,1 ], "a compartment in a railway carriage with no corridor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog collar",1,1,1 ], "a collar for a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog collar",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for a clerical collar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog collar",1,1,3 ], "a tight-fitting necklace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog days",1,1,1 ], "rising of Sirius (the Dog Star)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dog days",1,1,1 ], "the hot period of the summer reckoned in ancient times from the heliacal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog days",1,1,2 ], "a period marked by inactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog fennel",1,1,1 ], "another name for mayweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog fennel",1,1,2 ], "a weedy plant, Eupatorium capillifolium, of the southeastern U|S|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog fennel",1,1,2 ], "divided leaves and greenish rayless flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dog in the manger",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who prevents others from using something he has no use for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog in the manger",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog paddle" ,1, 1, 1],"a swimming stroke in which the swimmer lies on his front, paddles his hands in",1). c_DEF([ "dog paddle" ,1, 1, 1],"imitation of a swimming dog, and beats his legs up and down",2). c_DEF([ "dog paddle" ,1, 2, 1],"dle",1). c_DEF([ "dog paddle" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to swim using the dog paddle",1). c_DEF([ "dog rose",1,1,1 ], "a prickly wild rose, Rosa canina, that is native to Europe and has pink or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog rose",1,1,1 ], "white delicate scentless flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dog sled",1,1,1 ], "and Canadian| a sleigh drawn by dogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog tag",1,1,1 ], "a military personal-identification disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog train",1,1,1 ], "a sleigh drawn by a team of dogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog violet",1,1,1 ], "a violet, Viola canina, that grows in Europe and N Asia and has blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog violet",1,1,1 ], "yellow-spurred flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any other carnivore of the family Canidae, such as the dingo and coyote",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the male of animals of the dog family",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 10],"a dog's life| a wretched existence",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 11],"dog eat dog| ruthless competition or self-interest",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 12],"like a dog's dinner| dressed smartly or ostentatiously",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 13],"put on the dog| U|S| informal| to behave pretentiously or ostentatiously",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 14],"dog tied up| Austral| slang| an unpaid bill, esp| at a public house",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 1],"a domesticated canine mammal, Canis familiaris, occurring in many breeds that",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 1],"show a great variety in size and form",2). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 2],"a mechanical device for gripping or holding, esp| one of the axial slots by",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 2],"which gear wheels or shafts are engaged to transmit torque",2). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 3],"a fellow; chap",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 4],"a man or boy regarded as unpleasant, contemptible, or wretched",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 5],"an unattractive or boring girl or woman",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 6],"something unsatisfactory or inferior",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 7],"short for ,firedog",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 8],"short for ,sundog or ,fogdog",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 1, 9],"a dog's chance| no chance at all",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 3, 1],"to pursue or follow after like a dog",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 3, 2],"to trouble; plague",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 3, 3],"to chase with a dog or dogs",1). c_DEF([ "dog" ,1, 3, 4],"to grip, hold, or secure by a mechanical device",1). c_DEF([ "dog's-tail",1,1,1 ], "any of several grasses of the genus Cynosurus, esp| C| cristatus (crested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog's-tail",1,1,1 ], "dog's-tail), that are native to Europe and have flowers clustered in a dense narrow spike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dog's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "another name for hound's-tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog's-tooth check",1,1,1 ], "another name for hound's-tooth check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog-catcher",1,1,1 ], "a local official whose job is to catch and impound stray dogs, cats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog-ear" ,1, 1, 1],"to fold down the corner of (a page)",1). c_DEF([ "dog-ear" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "dog-ear" ,1, 2, 2],"a folded-down corner of a page",1). c_DEF([ "dog-eared",1,1,1 ], "having dog-ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog-eared",1,1,2 ], "shabby or worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog-end",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for cigarette end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dog-tired",1,1,1 ], "exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogbane",1,1,1 ], "A| androsaemifolium, having bell-shaped white or pink flowers: thought to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogbane",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American apocynaceous plants of the genus Apocynum, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogbane",1,1,1 ], "poisonous to dogs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dogberry",1,1,1 ], "any of certain plants that have berry-like fruits, such as the European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogberry",1,1,1 ], "dogwood or the bearberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogberry",2,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|) a foolish, meddling, and usually old official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogcart",1,1,1 ], "a light horse-drawn two-wheeled vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doge",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the chief magistrate in the republics of Venice (until 1797) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doge",1,1,1 ], "Genoa (until 1805)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogfight",1,1,1 ], "close quarters combat between fighter aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogfight",1,1,2 ], "any rough violent fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogfish",1,1,1 ], "any of several small spotted European sharks, esp| Scyliorhinus caniculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogfish",1,1,1 ], "family Scyliorhinidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogfish",1,1,2 ], "any small shark of the family Squalidae, esp| Squalus acanthias , typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogfish",1,1,2 ], "having a spine on each dorsal fin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogfish",1,1,3 ], "any small smooth-skinned shark of the family Triakidae, esp| Mustelus canis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogfish",1,1,4 ], "a less common name for the bowfin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogged",1,1,1 ], "obstinately determined; wilful or tenacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogger",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch fishing vessel with two masts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogger",2,1,1 ], "a large concretion of consolidated material occurring in certain sedimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogger",2,1,1 ], "rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogger",3,1,1 ], "a hunter of dingoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggerel",1,1,1,1 ], "comic verse, usually irregular in measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggerel",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggerel",1,1,2 ], "nonsense; drivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggery",1,1,1 ], "surly behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggery",1,1,2 ], "dogs collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggery",1,1,3 ], "a mob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggish",1,1,1 ], "of or like a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggish",1,1,2 ], "surly; snappish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggo",1,1,1 ], "out of sight; in hiding (esp| in the phrase lie doggo)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggone" ,1, 1, 1],"an exclamation of annoyance, disappointment, etc",1). c_DEF([ "doggone" ,1, 3, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "doggone" ,1, 3, 2],"Also: doggoned",1). c_DEF([ "doggone" ,1, 3, 3],"another word for damn 4",1). c_DEF([ "doggy",1,1,1 ], "a children's word for a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggy",1,2,1 ], "of, like, or relating to a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doggy",1,2,2 ], "fond of dogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doghouse",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for kennel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doghouse",1,1,2 ], "disfavour (in the phrase in the doghouse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogie",1,1,1 ], "a motherless calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogleg fence",1,1,1 ], "a fence made of sloping poles supported by forked uprights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogma",1,1,1 ], "a religious doctrine or system of doctrines proclaimed by ecclesiastical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogma",1,1,1 ], "authority as true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogma",1,1,2 ], "a belief, principle, or doctrine or a code of beliefs, principles, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogma",1,1,2 ], "doctrines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogman",1,1,1 ], "a person who directs the operation of a crane whilst riding on an object being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogman",1,1,1 ], "lifted by it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by making authoritative or arrogant assertions, opinions, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatic",1,1,1 ], "opinionated and arbitrary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or constituting dogma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatic",1,1,3 ], "based on assumption rather than empirical observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatics",1,1,1 ], "the study of religious dogmas and doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatics",1,1,2 ], "theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatist",1,1,1 ], "a dogmatic person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatist",1,1,2 ], "a person who formulates dogmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogmatize",1,1,1 ], "to say or state (something) in a dogmatic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogs",1,1,1 ], "the| Brit| informal| greyhound racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogs",1,1,2 ], "the feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogs",1,1,3 ], "go to the dogs| Informal| to go to ruin physically or morally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogs",1,1,4 ], "let sleeping dogs lie|to leave things undisturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogsbody",1,1,1 ], "a person who carries out menial tasks for others; drudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogtooth violet",1,1,1 ], "americanum, with yellow nodding flowers, or the European E| dens-canis, with purple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogtooth violet",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the liliaceous genus Erythronium, esp| the North American E|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogtooth violet",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dogtooth",1,1,1 ], "another name for a canine ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogtooth",1,1,2 ], "a carved ornament in the form of four leaflike projections radiating from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogtooth",1,1,2 ], "raised centre, used in England in the 13th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogtrot",1,1,1 ], "a gently paced trot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogvane",1,1,1 ], "a light windvane consisting of a feather or a piece of cloth or yarn mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogvane",1,1,1 ], "on the side of a vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogwatch",1,1,1 ], "either of two two-hour watches aboard ship, from four to six p|m| or from six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogwatch",1,1,1 ], "to eight p|m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various cornaceous trees or shrubs of the genus Cornus, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dogwood",1,1,1 ], "sanguinea, a European shrub with clusters of small white flowers and black berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dogy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dogie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doh",1,1,1 ], "(tonic sol-fa) the first degree of any major scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doily",1,1,1 ], "a decorative mat of lace or lacelike paper, etc|, laid on or under plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doing",1,1,1 ], "an action or the performance of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doings",1,1,1 ], "deeds, actions or events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doings",1,1,2 ], "anything of which the name is not known, or euphemistically left unsaid, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doit",1,1,1 ], "a former small copper coin of the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doit",1,1,2 ], "a trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doited",1,1,1 ], "foolish or childish, as from senility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dojo",1,1,1 ], "a room or mat for the practice of judo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dol",1,1,1 ], "a unit of pain intensity, as measured by dolorimetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolabriform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a hatchet or axe head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolce far niente",1,1,1 ], "pleasant idleness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolce vita",1,1,1 ], "a life of luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolce",1,2,1 ], "gently and sweetly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doldrums",1,1,1 ], "a depressed or bored state of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doldrums",1,1,2 ], "a state of inactivity or stagnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doldrums",1,1,2,1 ], "a belt of light winds or calms along the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doldrums",1,1,2,2 ], "the weather conditions experienced in this belt, formerly a hazard to sailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doldrums",1,1,2,2 ], "vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dole",1,1,1 ], "a small portion or share, as of money or food, given to a poor person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dole",1,1,2 ], "the act of giving or distributing such portions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dole",1,1,3 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dole",1,1,4 ], "money received from the state while out of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dole",1,1,5 ], "on the dole| Brit| informal| receiving such money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dole",1,1,6 ], "fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dole",1,2,1 ], "to distribute, esp| in small portions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dole",2,1,1 ], "grief or mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doleful",1,1,1 ], "dreary; mournful| Archaic word: dolesome " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolerite",1,1,1 ], "a dark basic igneous rock consisting of plagioclase feldspar and a pyroxene," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolerite",1,1,1 ], "such as augite; a coarse-grained basalt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolerite",1,1,2 ], "any dark igneous rock whose composition cannot be determined with the naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolerite",1,1,2 ], "eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolichocephalic",1,1,1 ], "having a head much longer than it is broad, esp| one with a cephalic index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolichocephalic",1,1,1 ], "under 75" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolichocephalic",1,2,1 ], "an individual with such a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolichosaurus",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct Cretaceous aquatic reptiles that had long necks and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolichosaurus",1,1,1 ], "bodies and well-developed limbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doline",1,1,1 ], "a shallow usually funnel-shaped depression of the ground surface formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doline",1,1,1 ], "solution in limestone regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doll up",1,1,1 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doll up",1,1,1 ], "to adorn or dress (oneself or another, esp| a child) in a stylish or showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doll",1,1,1 ], "a small model or dummy of a human being, used as a toy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doll",1,1,2 ], "a pretty girl or woman of little intelligence: sometimes used as a term of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doll",1,1,2 ], "address" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dollar diplomacy",1,1,1 ], "a foreign policy that encourages and protects capital investment and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollar diplomacy",1,1,1 ], "commercial and financial involvement abroad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dollar diplomacy",1,1,2 ], "use of financial power as a diplomatic weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,1 ], "cents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of the U|S| and its dependencies, divided into 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,2 ], "Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados (and other E Caribbean islands), Belize, Bermuda, British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,2 ], "Honduras, Canada, the Cayman Islands, the Fiji Islands, Guyana, Hong Kong, Jamaica," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,2 ], "Liberia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, New Zealand, Rhodesia, Taiwan (New Taiwan dollar)," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,2 ], "and Trinidad and Tobago" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit, comprising 100 cents, of the following countries:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollar",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) five shillings or a coin of this value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollarbird",1,1,1 ], "a bird, Eurystomus orientalis, of S and SE Asia and Australia, with a round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollarbird",1,1,1 ], "white spot on each wing: family Coraciidae (rollers), order Coraciiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dollarfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various fishes that have a rounded compressed silvery body, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollarfish",1,1,1 ], "moonfishes or the American butterfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dollop",1,1,1 ], "a semi-solid lump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollop",1,1,2 ], "a measure or serving, esp| of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dollop",1,2,1 ], "to serve out (food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolly drop",1,1,1 ], "a full toss bowled in a slow high arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolly mixture",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of tiny coloured sweets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 1],"a child's word for a ,doll",1). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 2],"a wheeled support on which a camera may be mounted",1). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 3],"a cup-shaped anvil held against the head of a rivet while the other end is",1). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 3],"being hammered",2). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 4],"a shaped block of lead used to hammer dents out of sheet metal",1). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"a simple catch",1). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 5],"a distance piece placed between the head of a pile and the pile-driver to form",1). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 5],"an extension to the length of the pile",2). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 6],"an attractive and fashionable girl, esp| one who is considered to be",1). c_DEF([ "dolly" ,1, 1, 6],"unintelligent",2). c_DEF([ "dolman sleeve",1,1,1 ], "a sleeve that is very wide at the armhole and tapers to a tight wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolman",1,1,1 ], "a long Turkish outer robe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolman",1,1,2 ], "a hussar's jacket worn slung over the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolman",1,1,3 ], "a woman's cloak with voluminous capelike sleeves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolmas",1,1,1 ], "a Middle Eastern dish of meat and rice, wrapped in vine leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolmen",1,1,1 ], "(in English archaeology) a Neolithic stone formation, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolmen",1,1,1 ], "horizontal stone supported by several vertical stones, and thought to be a tomb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolmen",1,1,2 ], "(in French archaeology) any megalithic tomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolomite",1,1,1 ], "a white, colourless, or sometimes pink mineral consisting of calcium magnesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolomite",1,1,1 ], "carbonate in hexagonal crystalline form| Formula: CaMg(CO\3)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolomite",1,1,2 ], "a sedimentary rock resembling limestone but consisting principally of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolomite",1,1,2 ], "as a building material and refractory" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dolomite",1,1,2 ], "mineral dolomite| It is an important source of magnesium and its compounds, and is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolorimetry",1,1,1 ], "a technique for measuring the level of pain perception by applying heat to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolorimetry",1,1,1 ], "skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doloroso",1,2,1 ], "in a sorrowful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolorous",1,1,1 ], "causing or involving pain or sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolour",1,1,1 ], "grief or sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin striker",1,1,1 ], "a short vertical strut between the bowsprit and a rope or cable (martingale)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin striker",1,1,1 ], "from the end of the bowsprit to the stem or bows, used for maintaining tension and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin striker",1,1,1 ], "preventing upward movement of the bowsprit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,1 ], "Delphinus delphis, that are typically smaller than whales and larger than porpoises and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine cetacean mammals of the family Delphinidae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,1 ], "have a beaklike snout" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,2 ], "and have a longer narrower snout" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,2 ], "river dolphin| any freshwater cetacean of the family Platanistidae, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,2 ], "rivers of North and South America and S Asia| They are smaller than marine dolphins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,3 ], "either of two large marine percoid fishes, Coryphaena hippurus or C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,3 ], "equisetis, that resemble the cetacean dolphins and have an iridescent coloration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dolphin",1,1,4 ], "a post or buoy for mooring a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dolt",1,1,1 ], "a slow-witted or stupid person;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dol|",1,1,1 ], "dolce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dol|",1,1,2 ], "dollar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dom",1,1,1 ], "a title given to Benedictine, Carthusian, and Cistercian monks and to certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dom",1,1,1 ], "of the canons regular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dom",1,1,2 ], "(formerly in Portugal and Brazil) a title borne by royalty, princes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dom",1,1,2 ], "Church, and nobles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,1 ], "land governed by a ruler or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,2 ], "land owned by one person or family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,3 ], "a field or scope of knowledge or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,4 ], "a region having specific characteristics or containing certain types of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,4 ], "or animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,5 ], "the absolute ownership and right to dispose of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,5,1 ], "functional value exists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,5,1 ], "the set of values of the independent variable of a function for which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,5,2 ], "any open set containing at least one point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,6 ], "another term for universe of discourse (esp| in the phrase domain of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,6 ], "quantification)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,7 ], "magnetic moments aligned in the same direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domain",1,1,7 ], "one of the regions in a ferromagnetic solid in which all the atoms have their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,1,1 ], "a hemispherical roof or vault or a structure of similar form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,1,2 ], "something shaped like this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,1,3 ], "a crystal form in which two planes intersect along an edge parallel to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,1,3 ], "lateral axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,1,5 ], "another name for pericline ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,2,1 ], "to cover with or as if with a dome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dome",1,2,2 ], "to shape like a dome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domesday",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of doomsday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domestic fowl",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domestic fowl",1,1,1 ], "fowl (Gallus gallus) and occurring in many varieties| Often shortened to fowl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domestic science",1,1,1 ], "skills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domestic science",1,1,1 ], "the study of cooking, needlework, and other subjects concerned with household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domestic",1,1,1 ], "of or involving the home or family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domestic",1,1,2 ], "enjoying or accustomed to home or family life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domestic",1,1,3 ], "(of an animal) bred or kept by man as a pet or for purposes such as the supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domestic",1,1,3 ], "of food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domestic",1,1,4 ], "of, produced in, or involving one's own country or a specific country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domestic",1,2,1 ], "a household servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domesticate" ,1, 1, 1],"to bring or keep (wild animals or plants) under control or cultivation",1). c_DEF([ "domesticate" ,1, 2, 1],"to accustom to home life",1). c_DEF([ "domesticate" ,1, 3, 1],"to adapt to an environment",1). c_DEF([ "domesticity",1,1,1 ], "home life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domesticity",1,1,2 ], "devotion to or familiarity with home life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domesticity",1,1,3 ], "a domestic duty, matter, or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domicile" ,1, 1, 1],"a dwelling place",1). c_DEF([ "domicile" ,1, 1, 2],"a permanent legal residence",1). c_DEF([ "domicile" ,1, 1, 3],"the place where a bill of exchange is to be paid",1). c_DEF([ "domicile" ,1, 2, 1],"to establish or be established in a dwelling place",1). c_DEF([ "dominance",1,1,1 ], "control; ascendancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord consisting of the dominant and the major third, perfect fifth, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "minor seventh above it| Its most natural resolution is to a chord on the tonic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dominant tenement",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dominant tenement",1,1,1 ], "the land or tenement with the benefit of an easement over land belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant wavelength",1,1,1 ], "sensation if combined in a suitable proportion with an achromatic light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dominant wavelength",1,1,1 ], "the wavelength of monochromatic light that would give the same visual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,1 ], "having primary control, authority, or influence; governing; ruling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,2 ], "predominant or primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,3 ], "occupying a commanding position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a gene)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,4 ], "or dissimilar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,4 ], "producing the same phenotype in the organism whether its allele is identical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a character) controlled by such a gene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the fifth degree of a scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,6 ], "(of a plant or animal species within a community) more prevalent that any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,1,6 ], "other species and determining the appearance and composition of the community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,2,1,1 ], "a dominant gene or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,2,1,1 ], "the fifth degree of a scale and the second in importance after the tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,2,1,2 ], "a key or chord based on this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,2,1,2 ], "an organism having such a gene or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominant",1,2,2 ], "a dominant plant or animal in a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominate",1,1,1 ], "to control, rule, or govern (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominate",1,1,2 ], "to tower above (surroundings, etc|); overlook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominate",1,2,1 ], "to predominate in (something or someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domination",1,1,1 ], "the act of dominating or state of being dominated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domination",1,1,2 ], "authority; rule; control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominations",1,1,1 ], "the fourth order of medieval angelology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominee",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a minister in any of the Afrikaner Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domineer",1,1,1 ], "to act with arrogance or tyranny behave imperiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominical letter",1,1,1 ], "any one of the letters A to G as used to denote Sundays in a given year in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominical letter",1,1,1 ], "order to determine the church calendar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dominical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or emanating from Jesus Christ as Lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Sunday as the Lord's Day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominie",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for schoolmaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominie",1,1,2 ], "a minister or clergyman, also used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominion",1,1,1 ], "rule; authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominion",1,1,2 ], "the land governed by one ruler or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominion",1,1,3 ], "sphere of influence; area of control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominion",1,1,4 ], "a name formerly applied to self-governing divisions of the British Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominion",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for dominium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominions",1,1,1 ], "another term for dominations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominium",1,1,1 ], "the ownership or right to possession of property, esp| realty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domino theory",1,1,1 ], "such as SE Asia, will lead to Communist takeovers in all the neighbouring states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domino theory",1,1,1 ], "the theory that a Communist takeover of one country in a vulnerable region," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domino",1,1,1 ], "a small rectangular block used in dominoes, divided on one side into two equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domino",1,1,1 ], "areas, each of which is either blank or marked with from one to six dots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "domino",2,1,1 ], "a large hooded cloak worn with an eye mask at a masquerade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "domino",2,1,2 ], "the eye mask worn with such a cloak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dominoes",1,1,1 ], "any of several games in which matching halves of dominoes are laid together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dom|",1,1,1 ], "domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dom|",1,1,2 ], "domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to put on (clothing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don",2,1,1 ], "Cambridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "don",2,1,1 ], "a member of the teaching staff at a university or college, esp| at Oxford or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don",2,1,2 ], "a Spanish gentleman or nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don",2,1,3 ], "a person of rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don",2,1,4 ], "an expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don't know",1,1,1 ], "a person who has not reached a definite opinion on a subject, esp| as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don't know",1,1,1 ], "response to a questionnaire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "don't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of do not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "don't",1,1,2 ], "The use of don't for doesn't is not generally acceptable either in written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donate",1,1,1 ], "to give (money, time, etc|), esp| to a charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donation",1,1,1 ], "the act of giving, esp| to a charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donation",1,1,2 ], "a contribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donative",1,1,1 ], "a gift or donation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donative",1,1,2 ], "a benefice capable of being conferred as a gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donative",1,2,1 ], "of or like a donation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donative",1,2,2 ], "being or relating to a benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of do'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,1,2 ], "be or have done with| to end relations with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,1,3 ], "have done| to be completely finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,1,4 ], "that's done it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,1,4,1 ], "an exclamation of frustration when something is ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,1,4,2 ], "an exclamation when something is completed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,2,1 ], "an expression of agreement, as on the settlement of a bargain between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,2,1 ], "parties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,1 ], "completed; finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,2 ], "cooked enough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,3 ], "used up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,4 ], "socially proper or acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,5 ], "cheated; tricked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,6 ], "done for| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,6,1 ], "dead or almost dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,6,2 ], "in serious difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "done",1,3,7 ], "done in or up| Informal|physically exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donee",1,1,1 ], "a person who receives a gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donee",1,1,2 ], "a person to whom a power of appointment is given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dong",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of North Vietnam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dong",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dong",3,1,1 ], "to hit or strike (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dong",3,2,1 ], "a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donga",1,1,1 ], "S| African| a steep-sided gully created by soil erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donga",1,1,2 ], "(in Papua New Guinea) a house or shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donjon",1,1,1 ], "the heavily fortified central tower or keep of a medieval castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey derby",1,1,1 ], "a race in which contestants ride donkeys, esp| at a rural fete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey jacket",1,1,1 ], "a short thick jacket, often worn by workmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey vote",1,1,1 ], "a vote on a preferential ballot on which the voter's order of preference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey vote",1,1,1 ], "follows the order in which the candidates are listed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "donkey",1,1,1 ], "a long-eared domesticated member of the horse family (Equidae), descended from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey",1,1,1 ], "the African wild ass (Equus asinus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "donkey",1,1,2 ], "a person who is considered to be stupid or stubborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey",1,1,3 ], "auxiliary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey",1,1,4 ], "talk the hind legoff a donkey|to talk endlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey's years",1,1,1 ], "an expression meaning a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey-work",1,1,1,1 ], "groundwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donkey-work",1,1,1,2 ], "drudgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donnee" ,1, 1, 1],"(d@$!ne) n",1). c_DEF([ "donnee" ,1, 1, 2],"a subject or theme",1). c_DEF([ "donnee" ,1, 1, 3],"a basic assumption or fact",1). c_DEF([ "donnert" ,1, 1, 1],"donnard, or donnered adj| Scot",1). c_DEF([ "donnert" ,1, 1, 2],"stunned",1). c_DEF([ "donnish",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a university don" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donny",1,1,1 ], "a variant of danny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donnybrook",1,1,1 ], "a rowdy brawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a donation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,2 ], "any person who voluntarily gives blood, skin, etc|, for use in the treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,2 ], "of another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,2,1 ], "a person who makes a gift of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,2,2 ], "a person who bestows upon another a power of appointment over property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,3 ], "the atom supplying both electrons in a coordinate bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,4 ], "an impurity, such as antimony or arsenic, that is added to a semiconductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "donor",1,1,4 ], "material in order to increase its n-type conductivity by contributing free electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doodah",1,1,1 ], "an unnamed thing, esp| an object the name of which is unknown or forgotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodle",1,1,1 ], "to scribble or draw aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodle",1,1,2 ], "to play or improvise idly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodle",1,2,1 ], "to dawdle or waste time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodle",1,3,1 ], "a shape, picture, etc|, drawn aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodlebug",1,1,1 ], "another name for the V-1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodlebug",1,1,2 ], "a diviner's rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodlebug",1,1,3 ], "a U|S| name for an antlion (the larva)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doodlebug",1,1,4 ], "any of certain insect larvae that resemble the antlion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doom palm",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of doum palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doom",1,1,1 ], "death or a terrible fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doom",1,1,2 ], "a judgment or decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doom",1,1,3 ], "another term for the Last Judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doom",1,2,1 ], "to destine or condemn to death or a terrible fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doomsday",1,1,1 ], "the day on which the Last Judgment will occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doomsday",1,1,2 ], "any day of reckoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doomwatcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who is pessimistic about the state of the world, and about the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doomwatcher",1,1,1 ], "future" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "door to door",1,2,1 ], "(of selling, canvassing, etc|) from one house to the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door to door",1,2,2 ], "(of journeys, deliveries, etc|) direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door",1,1,1,1 ], "a hinged or sliding panel for closing the entrance to a room, cupboard, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door",1,1,1,2 ], "doorbell; doorknob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door",1,1,2 ], "a doorway or entrance to a room or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door",1,1,3 ], "a means of access or escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door",1,1,4 ], "lay at someone's door| to lay (the blame or responsibility) on someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door",1,1,5 ], "out of doors| in or into the open air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "door",1,1,6 ], "show someone the door| to order someone to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorframe",1,1,1 ], "a frame that supports a door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorjamb",1,1,1 ], "one of the two vertical members forming the sides of a doorframe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorkeeper",1,1,1 ], "a person attending or guarding a door or gateway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorkeeper",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the lowest grade of holy orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorman",1,1,1 ], "a man employed to attend the doors of certain buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doormat",1,1,1 ], "a mat, placed at the entrance to a building, for wiping dirt from shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doormat",1,1,2 ], "a person who offers little resistance to ill-treatment by others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doornail",1,1,1 ], "dead as a doornail| dead beyond any doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorpost",1,1,1 ], "another name for doorjamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorsill",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal member of wood, stone, etc|, forming the bottom of a doorframe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorstep",1,1,1 ], "a step in front of a door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorstep",1,1,2 ], "a thick slice of bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorstop",1,1,1 ], "a heavy object, wedge or other device which prevents an open door from moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorway",1,1,1 ], "an opening into a building, room, etc|, esp| one that has a door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doorway",1,1,2 ], "a means of access or escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dooryard",1,1,1 ], "a yard in front of the front or back door of a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dopa",1,1,1 ], "see L-Dopa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dopant",1,1,1 ], "an element or compound used to dope a semiconductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope out",1,1,1 ], "to devise, solve, or contrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope sheet",1,1,1 ], "a publication giving information on horses running in races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of preparations made by dissolving cellulose derivatives in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,1 ], "volatile solvent, applied to fabric in order to improve strength, tautness, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,2 ], "an additive used to improve the properties of something, such as an antiknock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,2 ], "compound added to petrol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,3 ], "a thick liquid, such as a lubricant, applied to a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,4 ], "a combustible absorbent material, such as sawdust or wood pulp, used to hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,4 ], "the nitroglycerine in dynamite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,4,1 ], "any illegal drug, such as cannabis or a narcotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,5 ], "a drug administered to a racehorse or grey-hound to affect its performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,6 ], "a person considered to be stupid or slow-witted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,7 ], "news or facts, esp| confidential information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,1,8 ], "a photographic developing solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,2,1 ], "properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,2,1 ], "to add impurities to (a semiconductor) in order to produce or modify its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,2,2 ], "to apply or add dope to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dope",1,2,3 ], "to administer a drug to (oneself or another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dopester",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes predictions, esp| in sport or politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dopey",1,1,1 ], "dopier, dopiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dopey",1,1,2 ], "silly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dopey",1,1,3 ], "under the influence of a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dor",1,1,1 ], "any European dung beetle of the genus Geotrupes and related genera, esp| G|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dor",1,1,1 ], "stercorarius, having a droning flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dorm",1,1,1 ], "short for dormitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormant",1,1,1 ], "quiet and inactive, as during sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormant",1,1,2 ], "latent or inoperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormant",1,1,3 ], "(of a volcano) neither extinct nor erupting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormant",1,1,4 ], "alive but in a resting torpid condition with suspended growth and reduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormant",1,1,4 ], "metabolism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dormant",1,1,5 ], "(of a beast) in a sleeping position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormer",1,1,1 ], "a construction with a gable roof and a window at its outer end that projects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormer",1,1,1 ], "from a sloping roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dormie",1,1,1 ], "(of a player or side) as many holes ahead of an opponent as there are still to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormie",1,1,1 ], "play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dormitory",1,1,1 ], "a large room, esp| at a school or institution, containing several beds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormitory",1,1,2 ], "a building, esp| at a college or camp, providing living and sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormitory",1,1,2 ], "accommodation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dormitory",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to an area from which most of the residents commute to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dormitory",1,1,3 ], "work (esp| in the phrase dormitory suburb)|Often shortened (for senses 1,2) to dorm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dormouse",1,1,1 ], "Muscardinus avellanarius, resembling a mouse with a furry tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dormouse",1,1,1 ], "any small Old World rodent of the family Gliridae, esp| the Eurasian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dornick",1,1,1 ], "a heavy damask cloth, formerly used for vestments, curtains, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dornick",2,1,1 ], "a small stone or pebble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doronicum",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the Eurasian and N African genus Doronicum, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doronicum",1,1,1 ], "leopard's-bane, having yellow daisy-like flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dorp",1,1,1 ], "Archaic except in S Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorp",1,1,2 ], "a small town or village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsad",1,1,1 ], "towards the back or dorsal aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsal fin",1,1,1 ], "any unpaired median fin on the backs of fishes and some other aquatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsal fin",1,1,1 ], "vertebrates: maintains balance during locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dorsal",1,1,1 ], "relating to the back or spinal part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsal",1,1,2 ], "from the axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dorsal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or situated on the side of an organ that is directed away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsal",1,1,3 ], "articulated with the back of the tongue, as the (k) sound in English coot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsiferous",1,1,1 ], "bearing or carrying (young, spores, etc|) on the back or dorsal surface|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsigrade",1,1,1 ], "(of animals such as certain armadillos) walking on the backs of the toes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsiventral",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves and similar flat parts) having distinct upper and lower faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsiventral",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of dorsoventral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorso-",1,1,1 ], "indicating dorsum or dorsal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsoventral",1,1,1 ], "belly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dorsoventral",1,1,1 ], "relating to both the dorsal and ventral sides; extending from the back to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsoventral",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of dorsiventral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsum",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorsum",1,1,2 ], "any analogous surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorty",1,1,1 ], "dortier, dortiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dorty",1,1,2 ], "haughty, or sullen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dory",1,1,1 ], "a flat-bottomed boat with a high bow and stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dory",2,1,1 ], "Dory, having a deep compressed body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dory",2,1,1 ], "any spiny-finned marine teleost food fish of the family Zeidae, esp| the John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dory",2,1,2 ], "another name for walleye (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dos-",1,1,1 ], "a seat on which the users sit back to back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dos-",1,1,2 ], "an alternative spelling of do-si-do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosage",1,1,1 ], "the administration of a drug or agent in prescribed amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosage",1,1,2 ], "the optimum therapeutic dose and optimum interval between doses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosage",1,1,3 ], "another name for dose 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,1 ], "a specific quantity of a therapeutic drug or agent taken at any one time or at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,1 ], "specified intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,2 ], "something unpleasant to experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,3 ], "of living tissue; usually measured in rads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,3 ], "the total energy of ionizing radiation absorbed by unit mass of material, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,4 ], "a small amount of syrup added to wine, esp| sparkling wine, when the sediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,4 ], "is removed and the bottle is corked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,5 ], "a venereal infection, esp| gonorrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,1,6 ], "like a dose of salts|very quickly indeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,2,1 ], "to administer a dose or doses to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,2,2 ], "to prescribe (a therapeutic drug or agent) in appropriate quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by up) to give (someone, esp| oneself) drugs, medicine, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,2,3 ], "esp| in large quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dose",1,2,4 ], "to add syrup to (wine) during bottling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosimeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the dose of x-rays or other radiation absorbed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosimeter",1,1,1 ], "matter or the intensity of a source of radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doss",1,1,1 ], "to sleep, esp| in a dosshouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doss",1,2,1 ], "a bed, esp| in a dosshouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doss",1,2,2 ], "a slang word for sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doss",1,2,3 ], "short for dosshouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dossal",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental hanging, placed at the back of an altar or at the sides of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dossal",1,1,1 ], "chancel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dossal",1,1,2 ], "an ornamental covering for the back of a chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosser",1,1,1 ], "a bag or basket for carrying objects on the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosser",1,1,2 ], "another word for dossal ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosser",2,1,1 ], "a person who sleeps in dosshouses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosser",2,1,2 ], "another word for dosshouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosser",2,1,3 ], "a lazy person; idler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dosshouse",1,1,1 ], "a cheap lodging house, esp| one used by tramps| U|S| name: flophouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dossier",1,1,1 ], "a collection of papers containing information on a particular subject or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dossier",1,1,1 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dost",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dost",1,1,1 ], "present tense (indicative mood) of do'1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dot product",1,1,1 ], "another name for scalar product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 1],"a small round mark made with or as with a pen, etc|; spot; speck; point",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 2],"anything resembling a dot; a small amount",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"the symbol () placed after a note or rest to increase its time value by half",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"the symbol (|) indicating multiplication or logical conjunction",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"a decimal point",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"sung staccato",2). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"this symbol written above or below a note indicating that it must be played or",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 3],"the mark (|) that appears above the main stem of the letters i, j",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 4],"the symbol () used, in combination with the symbol for dash (&-), in the",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 4],"written representation of Morse and other telegraphic codes",2). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 5],"the year dot| Informal| as long ago as can be remembered",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 1, 6],"on the dot| at exactly the arranged time",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to mark or form with a dot",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to scatter or intersperse (with dots or something resembling dots)",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) to make a dot or dots",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 2, 4],"dot one's i's and cross one's t's| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "dot" ,1, 2, 5],"to be meticulous",1). c_DEF([ "dot",2,1,1 ], "a woman's dowry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotage",1,1,1 ], "feebleness of mind, esp| as a result of old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotage",1,1,2 ], "foolish infatuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotard",1,1,1 ], "a person who is weak-minded, esp| through senility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotation",1,1,1 ], "the act of giving a dowry; endowment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dote",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to love to an excessive or foolish degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dote",1,1,2 ], "to be foolish or weak-minded, esp| as a result of old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doth",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronouns he, she, or it or with a noun) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doth",1,1,1 ], "present tense of do'1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dotted",1,1,1 ], "having dots, esp| having a pattern of dots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotted",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a note)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotted",1,1,2 ], "increased to one and a half times its original time value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotted",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a musical rhythm) characterized by dotted notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotted",1,1,3 ], "document" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dotted",1,1,3 ], "sign on the dotted line| to agree formally, esp| by signing one's name on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotterel",1,1,1 ], "a rare Eurasian plover, Eudromias morinellus, with reddish-brown underparts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotterel",1,1,1 ], "and white bands around the head and neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dotterel",1,1,2 ], "any similar and related bird, esp| of the genus Charadrius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotterel",1,1,3 ], "a person who is foolish or easily duped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dottle",1,1,1 ], "the plug of tobacco left in a pipe after smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotty",1,1,2 ], "feeble-minded; slightly crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotty",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by about) extremely fond (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dotty",1,1,4 ], "marked with dots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double Dutch",1,1,1 ], "incomprehensible talk; gibberish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double Gloucester",1,1,1 ], "a type of smooth orange-red cheese of mild flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double agent",1,1,1 ], "a spy employed by two mutually antagonistic countries, companies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double back",1,1,1 ], "one's tracks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double back",1,1,1 ], "to go back in the opposite direction (esp| in the phrase to double back on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bar",1,1,1 ], "a symbol, consisting of two ordinary bar lines or a single heavy one, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bar",1,1,1 ], "marks the end of a composition or a section within it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,1,1 ], "a stringed instrument, the largest and lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,1,1 ], "always played pizzicato| Informal name: bass fiddle" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,1,1 ], "between the fourth and fifth leger lines below the bass staff| It is normally bowed in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,1,1 ], "classical music, but it is very common in a jazz or dance band, where it is practically" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,1,1 ], "member of the violin family| Range: almost three octaves upwards from E in the space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,2,1 ], "double-bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,2,2 ], "bass; contrabass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double bass",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to an instrument whose pitch lies below that regarded as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bassoon",1,1,1 ], "the lowest and largest instrument in the oboe class; contrabassoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bill",1,1,1 ], "a programme or event with two main items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bind",1,1,1 ], "a situation of conflict from which there is no escape; unresolvable dilemma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double boiler",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for double saucepan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bond",1,1,1 ], "a molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double bond",1,1,1 ], "a type of chemical bond consisting of two covalent bonds linking two atoms in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double bridle",1,1,1 ], "a bridle with four reins coming from a bit with two rings on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double chin",1,1,1 ], "a fold of fat under the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double concerto",1,1,1 ], "a concerto for two solo instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double cream",1,1,1 ], "thick cream with a high fat-content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double cross",1,1,1 ], "a technique for producing hybrid stock, esp| seed for cereal crops, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double cross",1,1,1 ], "crossing the hybrids between two different pairs of inbred lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double dagger",1,1,1 ], "a character ($+) used in printing to indicate a cross reference, esp| to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double dagger",1,1,1 ], "footnote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double decomposition",1,1,1 ], "KNO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "double decomposition",1,1,1 ], "a chemical reaction between two compounds that results in the interchange of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double decomposition",1,1,1 ], "one part of each to form two different compounds, as in AgNO3 + KI + AgI +" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double eagle",1,1,1 ], "a former U|S| gold coin, having a nominal value of 20 dollars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double entendre",1,1,1 ], "a word, phrase, etc|, that can be interpreted in two ways, esp| one having one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double entendre",1,1,1 ], "meaning that is indelicate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double entendre",1,1,2 ], "the type of humour that depends upon this type of ambiguity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double entry",1,1,1,1 ], "a book-keeping system in which any commercial transaction is entered as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double entry",1,1,1,1 ], "debit in one account and as a credit in another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double entry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double exposure",1,1,1 ], "medium, usually done intentionally to produce a special effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double exposure",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of recording two superimposed images on a photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double exposure",1,1,2 ], "the photograph resulting from such an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double fault" ,1, 1, 1],"the serving of two faults in succession, thereby losing a point",1). c_DEF([ "double fault" ,1, 2, 1],"ble-fault",1). c_DEF([ "double fault" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to serve a double fault",1). c_DEF([ "double feature",1,1,1 ], "a programme showing two full-length films| Informal name (U|S|): twin bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double first",1,1,1 ], "a first-class honours degree in two subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double flat" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"an accidental that lowers the pitch of the following note two semitones| Usual",1). c_DEF([ "double flat" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"symbol:",2). c_DEF([ "double flat" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a note affected by this accidental",1). c_DEF([ "double flat" ,1, 1, 1],"denoting a note of a given letter name lowered in pitch by two semitones",1). c_DEF([ "double glazing",1,1,1 ], "sound, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double glazing",1,1,1 ], "two panes of glass in a window, fitted to reduce the transmission of heat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double glazing",1,1,2 ], "the fitting of glass in such a manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double helix",1,1,1 ], "polynucleotide chains linked by hydrogen bonds and coiled around the same axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double helix",1,1,1 ], "the form of the molecular structure of DNA, consisting of two helical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double indemnity",1,1,1 ], "(in life assurance policies) a clause providing for the payment of double the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double indemnity",1,1,1 ], "policy's face value in the event of the policyholder's accidental death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double jeopardy",1,1,1 ], "has already been tried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double jeopardy",1,1,1 ], "the act of prosecuting a defendant a second time for an offence for which he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double negative",1,1,1 ], "English, in which two negatives are used where one is needed, as in I wouldn't never" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double negative",1,1,1 ], "a syntactic construction, often considered ungrammatical in standard Modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double negative",1,1,1 ], "have believed it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "double obelisk",1,1,1 ], "another name for double dagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double play",1,1,1 ], "a play in which two runners are put out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double pneumonia",1,1,1 ], "pneumonia affecting both lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double refraction",1,1,1 ], "polarized in mutually perpendicular planes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double refraction",1,1,1 ], "the splitting of a ray of unpolarized light into two unequally refracted rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double salt",1,1,1 ], "a solid solution of two simple salts formed by crystallizing a solution of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double salt",1,1,1 ], "two salts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double saucepan",1,1,1 ], "The bottom saucepan contains water that, while boiling, gently heats food in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double saucepan",1,1,1 ], "a cooking utensil consisting of two saucepans, one fitting inside the other|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double saucepan",1,1,1 ], "upper pan| U|S| name: double boiler" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "double scull",1,1,1 ], "a racing shell in which two scullers sit one behind the other and pull two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double scull",1,1,1 ], "oars each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double sharp",1,1,1,1 ], "Usual symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double sharp",1,1,1,1 ], "an accidental that raises the pitch of the following note by two semitones|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double sharp",1,1,1,2 ], "a note affected by this accidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double sharp",1,2,1 ], "denoting a note of a given letter name raised in pitch by two semitones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double standard",1,1,1 ], "a set of principles that allows greater freedom to one person or group than to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double standard",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double star",1,1,1 ], "physically associated (see binary star) or not associated (optical double star)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double star",1,1,1 ], "two stars, appearing close together when viewed through a telescope; either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double tackle",1,1,1 ], "a lifting or pulling tackle in which a rope is passed around the twin pulleys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double tackle",1,1,1 ], "of a pair of pulley blocks in sequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double take",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in comedy) a delayed reaction by a person to a remark, situation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double talk",1,1,1 ], "rapid speech with a mixture of nonsense syllables and real words; gibberish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double talk",1,1,2 ], "empty, deceptive, or ambiguous talk, esp| by politicians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double time" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a fast march of 180 paces to the minute",1). c_DEF([ "double time" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a time twice as fast as an earlier section",1). c_DEF([ "double time" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a slow running pace, keeping in step",1). c_DEF([ "double time" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"two beats per bar",1). c_DEF([ "double time" ,1, 1, 1],"a doubled wage rate, paid for working on public holidays, etc",1). c_DEF([ "double time" ,1, 2, 1],"ble-time",1). c_DEF([ "double time" ,1, 2, 2],"to move or cause to move in double time",1). c_DEF([ "double up",1,1,1 ], "to bend or cause to bend in two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double up",1,2,1 ], "to share a room or bed designed for one person, family, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double up",1,3,1 ], "to use the winnings from one bet as the stake for another| U|S| term: parlay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,1 ], "a game, throw, toss, etc|, to decide whether the stake due is to be doubled or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,1 ], "as much again in size, strength, number, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,1 ], "cancelled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,10 ], "sounding an octave lower than the pitch indicated by the notation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,10,2 ], "(of time) duple, usually accompanied by the direction alla breve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,2 ], "composed of two equal or similar parts; in a pair; twofold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,3 ], "designed for two users" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,4 ], "folded in two; composed of two layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,5 ], "stooping; bent over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,6 ], "having two aspects or existing in two different ways; ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,7 ], "false, deceitful, or hypocritical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,8 ], "(of flowers) having more than the normal number of petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,8,1 ], "(of a root)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,9 ], "being one of two equal roots of a polynomial equation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,9,1 ], "(of an instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,9,2 ], "(of an integral) having an integrand containing two independent variables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,1,9,2 ], "requiring two integrations, in each of which one variable is kept constant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,10,1 ], "to act as substitute (for an actor or actress)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,11,1 ], "to go or march at twice the normal speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,2,1 ], "twice over; twofold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,2,2 ], "two together; two at a time (esp| in the phrase see double)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,1 ], "twice the number, amount, size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,10 ], "a bet on two horses in different races in which any winnings from the horse in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,10 ], "the first race are placed on the horse in the later race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,11 ], "before and after the psalms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,11 ], "one of the higher-ranking feasts on which the antiphons are recited both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,12 ], "an ornamental variation, occurring esp| in the classical suite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,13 ], "a pace of twice the normal marching speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,13,1 ], "the narrow outermost ring on a dartboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,13,2 ], "a hit on this ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,14 ], "another word for doublet ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,15 ], "at or on the double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,15,1 ], "at twice normal marching speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,15,2 ], "quickly or immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,2 ], "a double measure of spirits, such as whisky or brandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,3 ], "a duplicate or counterpart, esp| a person who closely resembles another;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,3 ], "understudy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,4 ], "a wraith or ghostly apparition that is the exact counterpart of a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,4 ], "person; Doppelganger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,5 ], "a sharp turn, esp| a return on one's own tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,6 ], "an evasive shift or artifice; trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,7 ], "an actor who plays two parts in one play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,8 ], "a call that increases certain scoring points if the last preceding bid becomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,8 ], "the contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,9 ], "a strike in which the object ball is struck so as to make it rebound against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,3,9 ], "the cushion to an opposite pocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,4,1 ], "to make or become twice as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,4,2 ], "to bend or fold (material, a bandage, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,5,1 ], "to clench (a fist)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,6,1 ], "to join or couple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,7,1 ], "to repeat exactly; copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,8,1 ], "to play two parts or serve two roles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,1 ], "to turn sharply; follow a winding course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,2 ], "to sail around (a headland or other point)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,2,1 ], "above or below it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,2,1 ], "to duplicate (a voice or instrumental part) either in unison or at the octave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,2,2 ], "to be capable of performing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,3 ], "(upon an instrument additional to one''s normal one)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,4 ], "becomes the contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,4 ], "to make a call that will double certain scoring points if the preceding bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double",1,9,5 ], "to cause (a ball) to rebound or (of a ball) to rebound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-acting",1,1,1 ], "(of a reciprocating engine or pump) having a piston or pistons that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-acting",1,1,1 ], "pressurized alternately on opposite sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-acting",1,1,2 ], "(of a hinge, door, etc|) having complementary actions in opposed directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-bank",1,1,1 ], "to carry a second person on (a horse, bicycle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-barrelled",1,1,1 ], "(of a gun) having two barrels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-barrelled",1,1,2 ], "extremely forceful or vehement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-barrelled",1,1,3 ], "(of surnames) having two or more hyphenated parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-barrelled",1,1,4 ], "serving two purposes; ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-blind",1,1,1 ], "drugs, etc|, in which neither the experimenters nor the subjects know the particulars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-blind",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an experiment to discover reactions to certain commodities," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-blind",1,1,1 ], "of the test items during the experiments" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "double-breasted",1,1,1 ], "(of a garment) having overlapping fronts such as to give a double thickness of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-breasted",1,1,1 ], "cloth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-check" ,1, 1, 1],"to check twice or again; verify",1). c_DEF([ "double-cross",1,1,1 ], "to cheat or betray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-cross",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of double-crossing; betrayal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-dealing",1,1,1,1 ], "action characterized by treachery or deceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-dealing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-decker",1,1,1 ], "a bus with two passenger decks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-decker",1,1,1,1 ], "a thing or structure having two decks, layers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-decker",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-declutch",1,1,1 ], "into the neutral position before engaging the desired gear, at the same time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-declutch",1,1,1 ], "releasing the clutch pedal and increasing the engine speed| U|S| term: double-clutch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "double-declutch",1,1,1 ], "to change to a lower gear in a motor vehicle by first placing the gear lever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-dotted",1,1,1 ], "(of a note) increased to one and three quarters of its original time value by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-dotted",1,1,1 ], "the addition of two dots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-dotted",1,1,2 ], "(of a rhythm) characterized by pairs of notes in which the first one," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-dotted",1,1,2 ], "lengthened by two dots, makes up seven eighths of the time value of the pair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-edged",1,1,1 ], "acting in two ways; having a dual effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-edged",1,1,2 ], "(of a remark, argument, etc|) having two possible interpretations, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-edged",1,1,2 ], "applicable both for and against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-edged",1,1,3 ], "(of a sword, knife, etc|) having a cutting edge on either side of the blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-faced",1,1,1 ], "(of textiles) having a finished nap on each side; reversible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-faced",1,1,2 ], "insincere or deceitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-header",1,1,1 ], "a train drawn by two locomotives coupled together to provide extra power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-header",1,1,2 ], "two games played consecutively by the same teams or by two different teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-header",1,1,3 ], "a coin with the impression of a head on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-header",1,1,4 ], "a double ice-cream cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-helical gear",1,1,1 ], "another name for herringbone gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-hung",1,1,1 ], "(of a window) having two vertical sashes, the upper one sliding in grooves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-hung",1,1,1 ], "outside those of the lower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-jointed",1,1,1 ], "having unusually flexible joints permitting an abnormal degree of motion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-jointed",1,1,1 ], "the parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-minded",1,1,1 ], "undecided; vacillating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-park",1,1,1 ], "already parked by the roadside, thereby causing an obstruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-park",1,1,1 ], "to park (a car or other vehicle) alongside or directly opposite another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-quick",1,1,1 ], "very quick; rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-quick",1,2,1 ], "in a very quick or rapid manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-reed",1,1,1 ], "air passing over two reeds that vibrate against each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-reed",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting a wind instrument in which the sounds are produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-space",1,1,1 ], "to type (copy) with a full space between lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-stop",1,1,1 ], "by drawing the bow over two strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-stop",1,1,1 ], "to play (two notes or parts) simultaneously on a violin or related instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-system sound recording",1,1,1 ], "a system in which picture and sound are taken simultaneously and the sound is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-system sound recording",1,1,1 ], "recorded separately on magnetic tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-tongue",1,1,1 ], "to play (fast staccato passages) on a wind instrument by rapid obstruction and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "double-tongue",1,1,1 ], "uncovering of the air passage through the lips with the tongue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "double-tongued",1,1,1 ], "deceitful or hypocritical in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubles",1,1,1,1 ], "a game between two pairs of players, as in tennis, badminton, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubles",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a man's close-fitting jacket, with or without sleeves (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,1 ], "phrase doublet and hose|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,1,1 ], "a pair of similar things, esp| two words deriving ultimately from the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,1,1 ], "source, for example reason and ratio or fragile and frail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,1,2 ], "one of such a pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,2 ], "a false gem made by welding a thin layer of a gemstone onto a coloured glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,2 ], "base or by fusing two small stones together to make a larger one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,2,1 ], "a multiplet that has two members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,2,2 ], "a closely spaced pair of related spectral lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,3 ], "the unintentional repetition of lines, words, or letters when composing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublet",1,1,4 ], "two dice each showing the same number of spots on one throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublethink",1,1,1 ], "deliberate, perverse, or unconscious acceptance or promulgation of conflicting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublethink",1,1,1 ], "facts, principles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doubleton",1,1,1 ], "an original holding of two cards only in a suit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubletree",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal pivoted bar on a vehicle to the ends of which whiffletrees are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubletree",1,1,1 ], "attached for harnessing two horses side by side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doubloon",1,1,1 ], "a former Spanish gold coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubloon",1,1,2 ], "money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doublure",1,1,1 ], "a decorative lining of vellum or leather, etc| on the inside of a book cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubly",1,1,1 ], "to or in a double degree, quantity, or measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubly",1,1,2 ], "in two ways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 1],"phrases in doubt, without doubt, beyond a shadow of doubt, etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 1],"uncertainty about the truth, fact, or existence of something (esp| in the",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 2],"lack of belief in or conviction about something",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 3],"an unresolved difficulty, point, etc",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 4],"fear",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 5],"give (someone),the benefit of the doubt| to presume (someone suspected of",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 5],"guilt) innocent; judge leniently",2). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 1, 6],"no doubt| almost certainly",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 2, 1],"to be inclined to disbelieve",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 3, 1],"to distrust or be suspicious of",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 4, 1],"to feel uncertainty or be undecided",1). c_DEF([ "doubt" ,1, 5, 1],"to fear",1). c_DEF([ "doubtful",1,1,1 ], "unlikely; improbable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubtful",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or causing doubt; uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubtful",1,1,3 ], "unsettled; unresolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubtful",1,1,4 ], "of questionable reputation or morality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubtful",1,1,5 ], "having reservations or misgivings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubting Thomas",1,1,1 ], "a person who insists on proof before he will believe anything; sceptic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubtless",1,3,1 ], "certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubtless",1,3,2 ], "probably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doubtless",1,4,1 ], "certain; assured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douc",1,1,1 ], "an Old World monkey, Pygathrix nemaeus, of SE Asia, with a bright yellow face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douc",1,1,1 ], "langurs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "douc",1,1,1 ], "surrounded by tufts of reddish-brown fur, a white tail, and white hindquarters: one of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "douce",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect| quiet; sober; sedate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douceur",1,1,1 ], "a gratuity, tip, or bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douceur",1,1,2 ], "sweetness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douche",1,1,1 ], "a stream of water or air directed onto the body surface or into a body cavity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douche",1,1,1 ], "for cleansing or medical purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "douche",1,1,2 ], "the application of such a stream of water or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douche",1,1,3 ], "an instrument, such as a special syringe, for applying a douche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douche",1,2,1 ], "to cleanse or treat or be cleansed or treated by means of a douche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dough",1,1,1 ], "a thick mixture of flour or meal and water or milk, used for making bread," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dough",1,1,1 ], "pastry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dough",1,1,2 ], "any similar pasty mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dough",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughboy",1,1,1 ], "an infantryman, esp| in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughboy",1,1,2 ], "dough that is boiled or steamed as a dumpling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughnut",1,1,1 ], "a small cake of sweetened dough, often ring-shaped or spherical with a jam or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughnut",1,1,1 ], "cream filling, cooked in hot fat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doughnut",1,1,2 ], "anything shaped like a ring, such as the reaction vessel of a thermonuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughnut",1,1,2 ], "reactor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doughty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughty",1,1,2 ], "hardy; resolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughy",1,1,1 ], "doughier, doughiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doughy",1,1,2 ], "resembling dough in consistency, colour, etc|; soft, pallid, or flabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doum palm",1,1,1 ], "an Egyptian palm tree, Hyphaene thebaica, with a divided trunk and edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doum palm",1,1,1 ], "apple-sized fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "douma",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of duma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dour",1,1,1 ], "sullen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dour",1,1,2 ], "hard or obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doura",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of durra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dourine",1,1,1 ], "an infectious disease of horses characterized by swollen glands, inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dourine",1,1,1 ], "equiperdum contracted during copulation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dourine",1,1,1 ], "genitals, and paralysis of the hindquarters, caused by the protozoan Trypanosoma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "douroucouli",1,1,1 ], "South America, with large eyes, thick fur, and a round head with pale and dark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "douroucouli",1,1,1 ], "a nocturnal omnivorous New World monkey, Aotus trivirgatus, of Central and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douroucouli",1,1,1 ], "markings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "douse",1,1,1 ], "to plunge or be plunged into water or some other liquid; duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douse",1,2,1 ], "to drench with water, esp| in order to wash or clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douse",1,3,1 ], "to put out (a light, candle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douse",1,4,1 ], "an immersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douse",2,1,1 ], "to lower (sail) quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douse",2,1,2 ], "to take off (clothes, esp| a hat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douse",2,1,3 ], "to strike or beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douse",2,2,1 ], "a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "douzepers",1,1,1 ], "12 chosen peers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "douzepers",1,1,1 ], "the 12 great peers of the realm, seen as the symbolic heirs of Charlemagne's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dove",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds of the family Columbidae, having a heavy body, small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dove",1,1,1 ], "head, short legs, and long pointed wings: order Columbiformes|They are typically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dove",1,1,1 ], "smaller than pigeons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dove",1,1,2 ], "a gentle or innocent person: used as a term of endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dove",1,1,3 ], "a person opposed to war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dove",1,1,3,1 ], "a greyish brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dove",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dove",2,1,1 ], "a past tense of dive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dovecote",1,1,1 ], "a structure set on a pole or in a building, for housing pigeons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dovekie",1,1,1 ], "another name for the little auk (see auk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dovetail",1,1,1 ], "a wedge-shaped tenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dovetail",1,1,2 ], "a joint containing such tenons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dovetail",1,2,1 ], "to join by means of dovetails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dovetail",1,2,2 ], "to fit or cause to fit together closely or neatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dow",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Scot| and northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dow",1,1,2 ], "to be able" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dow",1,1,3 ], "to do well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being endowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowable",1,1,2 ], "(of a person, esp| a widow) entitled to dower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowager",1,1,1,1 ], "a widow possessing property or a title obtained from her husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowager",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowager",1,1,2 ], "a wealthy or dignified elderly woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowdy" ,1, 2, 1],"(esp| of a woman or a woman''s dress) shabby or old-fashioned",1). c_DEF([ "dowdy" ,1, 3, 1],"dies",1). c_DEF([ "dowdy" ,1, 3, 2],"a dowdy woman",1). c_DEF([ "dowel",1,1,1 ], "a wooden or metal peg that fits into two corresponding holes to join two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowel",1,1,1 ], "adjacent parts|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dower house",1,1,1 ], "a house set apart for the use of a widow, often on her deceased husband's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dower house",1,1,1 ], "estate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dower",1,1,1 ], "law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dower",1,1,1 ], "the life interest in a part of her husband's estate allotted to a widow by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dower",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for dowry ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dower",1,1,3 ], "a natural gift or talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dower",1,2,1 ], "to endow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowery",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dowry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowie",1,1,1 ], "wier, wiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowie",1,1,2 ], "dialect| dull, melancholy, or dismal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowitcher",1,1,1 ], "Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dowitcher",1,1,1 ], "arctic and subarctic North America: family Scolopacidae (sandpipers, etc|), order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dowitcher",1,1,1 ], "either of two snipelike shore birds, Limnodromus griseus or L| scolopaceus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down payment",1,1,1 ], "the deposit paid on an item purchased on hire-purchase, mortgage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down under",1,1,1 ], "Australia or New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down under",1,2,1 ], "in or to Australia or New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,1,1 ], "used to indicate movement from a higher to a lower position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,1,2 ], "at a lower or further level or position on, in, or along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,1 ], "downwards; at or to a lower level or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,10 ], "lacking a specified amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,11 ], "lower in price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,12 ], "including all intermediate terms, grades, people, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,13 ], "from an earlier to a later time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,14 ], "to a finer or more concentrated state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,15 ], "being a specified number of points, goals, etc| behind another competitor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,15 ], "team, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,16 ], "(of a person) being inactive, owing to illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,17 ], "(to dogs, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,18 ], "down with| wanting the end of somebody or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,2 ], "destroy its object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,2 ], "used with many verbs when the result of the verb's action is to lower or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,3 ], "used with several verbs to indicate intensity or completion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,4 ], "immediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,5 ], "on paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,6 ], "arranged; scheduled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,7 ], "in a helpless position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,7,1 ], "away from a more important place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,7,2 ], "away from a more northerly place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,7,3 ], "(of a member of some British universities) away from the university; on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,7,3 ], "vacation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,7,4 ], "in a particular part of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,8 ], "(of a helm) having the rudder to windward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,2,9 ], "reduced to a state of lack or want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,3,1 ], "depressed or miserable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,3,2 ], "of or relating to a train or trains from a more important place or one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,3,2 ], "regarded as higher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,4,1 ], "to knock, push or pull down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,5,1 ], "to go or come down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,6,1 ], "to drink, esp| quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,7,1 ], "to bring (someone) down, esp| by tackling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,8,1 ], "a descent; downward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,8,2 ], "a lowering or a poor period (esp| in the phrase ups and downs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",1,8,3 ], "have a down on| Informal| to bear ill will towards (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",2,1,1 ], "prevent loss of heat| In the adult they lie beneath and between the contour feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "down",2,1,1 ], "the soft fine feathers with free barbs that cover the body of a bird and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",2,1,2 ], "another name for eiderdown ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",2,1,3 ], "a fine coating of soft hairs, as on certain leaves, fruits, and seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",2,1,4 ], "any growth or coating of soft fine hair, such as that on the human face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down",3,1,1 ], "a hill, esp| a sand dune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down-bow",1,1,1 ], "a downward stroke of the bow from its nut to its tip across a stringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down-bow",1,1,1 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "down-market",1,1,1 ], "prestige, or are poor in quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "down-market",1,1,1 ], "relating to commercial products, services, etc|, that are cheap, have little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "down-to-earth",1,1,1 ], "sensible; practical; realistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downbeat",1,1,1 ], "indicating this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "downbeat",1,1,1 ], "the first beat of a bar or the downward gesture of a conductor's baton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downbeat",1,2,1 ], "depressed; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downbeat",1,2,2 ], "relaxed; unemphatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downcast",1,1,1 ], "dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downcast",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the eyes) directed downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downcast",1,2,1 ], "a ventilation shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downcast",1,2,2 ], "another word for downthrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downcome",1,1,1 ], "downfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downcome",1,1,2 ], "another name for downcomer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downcomer",1,1,1 ], "a pipe that connects a cistern to a W|C|, wash basin, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downer",1,1,1 ], "a barbiturate or tranquillizer pill which reverses the effect of a stimulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downer",1,1,2 ], "a depressing experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downfall",1,1,1 ], "a sudden loss of position, health, or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downfall",1,1,2 ], "a fall of rain, snow, etc|, esp| a sudden heavy one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downfall",1,1,3 ], "another word for deadfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downfallen",1,1,1 ], "(of a building, etc|) decrepit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downfallen",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) ruined fallen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downgrade",1,1,1 ], "poorer job" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "downgrade",1,1,1 ], "to reduce in importance, esteem, or value, esp| to demote (a person) to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downgrade",1,1,2 ], "to speak of disparagingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downgrade",1,2,1 ], "a downward slope, esp| in a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downgrade",1,2,2 ], "on the downgrade| waning in importance, popularity, health, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downhaul",1,1,1 ], "a line for hauling down a sail or for increasing the tension at its luff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downhearted",1,1,1 ], "discouraged; dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downhill",1,1,1 ], "going or sloping down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downhill",1,2,1 ], "towards the bottom of a hill; downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downhill",1,2,2 ], "go downhill| Informal| to decline; deteriorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downhill",1,3,1 ], "the downward slope of a hill; descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downhill",1,3,2 ], "a competitive event in which skiers are timed in a downhill run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downpipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe for carrying rainwater from a roof gutter to the ground or to a drain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downpipe",1,1,2 ], "Usual U|S| name: downspout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downpour",1,1,1 ], "a heavy continuous fall of rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downrange",1,2,1 ], "in the direction of the intended flight path of a rocket or missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downright" ,1, 1, 1],"frank or straightforward; blunt",1). c_DEF([ "downright" ,1, 1, 2],"directed or pointing straight down",1). c_DEF([ "downright" ,1, 3, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "downright" ,1, 3, 2],"downright rude",1). c_DEF([ "downs",1,1,1 ], "rolling upland, esp| in the chalk areas of S Britain, characterized by lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downs",1,1,1 ], "trees and used mainly as pasture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "downspout",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for downpipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstage",1,1,1 ], "at or towards the front of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstage",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the front of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstage",1,3,1 ], "the front half of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstairs",1,1,1 ], "down the stairs; to or on a lower floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstairs",1,2,1,1 ], "a lower or ground floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstairs",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstairs",1,2,2 ], "the servants of a household collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstate",1,1,1 ], "in, or relating to the part of the state away from large cities, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstate",1,1,1 ], "southern part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "downstate",1,2,1 ], "towards the southern part of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstate",1,3,1 ], "the southern part of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downstream",1,2,1 ], "in or towards the lower part of a stream; with the current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downswing",1,1,1 ], "a statistical downward trend in business activity, the death rate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downswing",1,1,2 ], "the downward movement or line of a club when striking the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downthrow",1,1,1 ], "the state of throwing down or being thrown down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downthrow",1,1,2 ], "the sinking of rocks on one side of a fault plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downtown",1,1,1 ], "the central or lower part of a city, esp| the main commercial area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downtown",1,2,1 ], "towards, to, or into this area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downtown",1,3,1 ], "of, relating to, or situated in the downtown area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downtrodden",1,1,1 ], "subjugated; oppressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downtrodden",1,1,2 ], "trodden down; trampled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downturn",1,1,1 ], "another term for downswing ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downward mobility",1,1,1 ], "the movement of an individual, social group, or class to a lower status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downward",1,1,1 ], "descending from a higher to a lower level, condition, position, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downward",1,1,2 ], "descending from a beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downwards",1,1,1 ], "from a higher to a lower place, level, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downwards",1,1,2 ], "from an earlier time or source to a later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downwash",1,1,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "downwash",1,1,1 ], "the downward deflection of an airflow, esp| one caused by an aerofoil of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downwind",1,2,1 ], "behind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "downwind",1,2,1 ], "in the same direction towards which the wind is blowing; with the wind from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downwind",1,2,2 ], "towards or on the side away from the wind; leeward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy mildew",1,1,1 ], "a serious plant disease, characterized by yellowish patches on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy mildew",1,1,1 ], "such as Peronospora destructor: affects onions, cauliflower, lettuce, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "downy mildew",1,1,1 ], "undersurface of the leaves, caused by the parasitic fungi of the family Peronosporaceae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "downy mildew",1,1,2 ], "any of the fungi causing this disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy",1,1,1 ], "downier, downiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy",1,1,2 ], "covered with soft fine hair or feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy",1,1,3 ], "light, soft, and fluffy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy",1,1,4 ], "made from or filled with down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy",1,1,5 ], "resembling downs; undulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "downy",1,1,6 ], "sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowry",1,1,1 ], "the money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowry",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) a gift made by a man to his bride or her parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowry",1,1,3 ], "a sum of money required on entering certain orders of nuns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowry",1,1,4 ], "a natural talent or gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowry",1,1,5 ], "a widow's dower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowsabel",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowse",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of douse'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowse",2,1,1 ], "to search for underground water, minerals, etc|, using a divining rod divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dowsing rod",1,1,1 ], "another name for divining rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doxastic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doxographer",1,1,1 ], "a person who collects the opinions and conjectures of ancient Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doxographer",1,1,1 ], "philosophers| from New Latin doxographus, from Greek doxa opinion, conjecture + graphos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "doxographer",1,1,1 ], "writer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "doxology",1,1,1 ], "a hymn, verse, or form of words in Christian liturgy glorifying God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doxy",1,1,1 ], "opinion or doctrine, esp| concerning religious matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doxy",2,1,1 ], "a prostitute or mistress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doyen",1,1,1 ], "the senior member of a group, profession, or society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doyley",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of doily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doze",1,1,1 ], "to sleep lightly or intermittently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doze",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by off) to fall into a light sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doze",1,2,1 ], "a short sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"twelve or a group of twelve",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"give me a dozen; there are at least a dozen who haven't arrived yet",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 1, 1],"(preceded by a or a numeral)",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 1],"dozens or dozen",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 2],"daily dozen| Brit",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 3],"regular physical exercises",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 4],"by the dozen",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 5],"in large quantities",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 6],"baker's dozen",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 7],"thirteen",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 8],"talk nineteen to the dozen",1). c_DEF([ "dozen" ,1, 2, 9],"to talk without stopping",1). c_DEF([ "dozens",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dozens",1,1,2 ], "a lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dozer",1,1,1 ], "short for bulldozer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dozy",1,1,1 ], "dozier, doziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dozy",1,1,2 ], "drowsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dozy",1,1,3 ], "stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "doz|",1,1,1 ], "dozen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "do|",1,1,1 ], "ditto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dpt|",1,1,1 ], "department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dr",1,1,1 ], "dram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drab" ,2, 1, 1],"a slatternly woman",1). c_DEF([ "drab" ,2, 1, 2],"a whore",1). c_DEF([ "drab" ,2, 2, 1],"(intr|) to consort with prostitutes",1). c_DEF([ "drab",1,1,1 ], "drabber, drabbest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drab",1,1,2 ], "dull; dingy; shabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drab",1,1,3 ], "cheerless; dreary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drab",1,1,4 ], "of the colour drab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drab",1,2,1 ], "a light olive-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drab",1,2,2 ], "a fabric of a dull grey or brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drabbet",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-brown fabric of coarse linen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drabble",1,1,1 ], "to make or become wet or dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dracaena",1,1,1 ], "any tropical liliaceous plant of the genus Dracaena: some species are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dracaena",1,1,1 ], "cultivated as house plants for their decorative foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dracaena",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar plants of the related genus Cordyline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drachm",1,1,1 ], "one eighth of a fluid ounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drachm",1,1,2 ], "another name for dram ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drachm",1,1,3 ], "another name for drachma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drachma",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Greece, divided into 100 lepta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drachma",1,1,2 ], "another name for dram ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drachma",1,1,3 ], "a silver coin of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drachma",1,1,4 ], "a unit of weight in ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draco lizard",1,1,1 ], "another name for flying lizard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dracone",1,1,1 ], "a large flexible cylindrical container towed by a ship, used for transporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dracone",1,1,1 ], "liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draconic",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or relating to a dragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draff",1,1,1 ], "a food for cattle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draff",1,1,1 ], "the residue of husks after fermentation of the grain used in brewing, used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft board",1,1,1 ], "a tribunal responsible for the selection of personnel liable for compulsory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft board",1,1,1 ], "military service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draft dodger",1,1,1 ], "one who evades compulsory military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,1 ], "a plan, sketch, or drawing of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,2 ], "a preliminary outline of a book, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,3 ], "another word for bill of exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,4 ], "a demand or drain on something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,5 ], "the divergent duct leading from a water turbine to its tailrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,6 ], "selection for compulsory military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,7 ], "detachment of military personnel from one unit to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,8 ], "an allowance on merchandise sold by weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,9 ], "a line or narrow border that is chiselled on the surface of a stone to serve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,1,9 ], "as a guide for levelling it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,2,1 ], "to draw up an outline or sketch for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,2,2 ], "to prepare a plan or design of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,2,3 ], "to detach (military personnel) from one unit to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,2,4 ], "to select for compulsory military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,2,5 ], "to chisel a draft on (stone, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draft",1,4,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of draught 11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draftee",1,1,1 ], "a conscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draftsman",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of draughtsman 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drafty",1,1,1 ], "draftier, draftiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drafty",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of draughty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag down",1,1,1 ], "to depress or demoralize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag hunt" ,1, 1, 1],"a hunt in which hounds follow an artificial trail of scent",1). c_DEF([ "drag hunt" ,1, 1, 2],"a club that organizes such hunts",1). c_DEF([ "drag hunt" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "drag hunt" ,1, 2, 2],"artificial trail of scent",2). c_DEF([ "drag hunt" ,1, 2, 2],"to follow draghounds, esp| on horseback, or cause (draghounds) to follow an",1). c_DEF([ "drag in",1,1,1 ], "to introduce or mention (a topic, name, etc|) with slight or no pretext" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag link",1,1,1 ], "a link for conveying motion between cranks on parallel shafts that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag link",1,1,1 ], "slightly offset| It is used in cars to connect the steering gear to the steering arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag out of",1,1,1 ], "to obtain or extract (a confession, statement, etc|), esp| by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag race",1,1,1 ], "a measured course" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag race",1,1,1 ], "a type of motor race in which specially built or modified cars are timed over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag sail",1,1,1 ], "another term for sea anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag up",1,1,1 ], "to rear (a child) poorly and in an undisciplined manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag up",1,1,2 ], "to introduce or revive (an unpleasant fact or story)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,1,1 ], "a sweet made of fruit, nuts, etc|, coated with a hard sugar icing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,1,1 ], "to pull or be pulled with force, esp| along the ground or other surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,1,2 ], "a tiny beadlike sweet used for decorating cakes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,1,3 ], "a medicinal pill coated with sugar to disguise the taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,2,1 ], "to persuade to come away (from something attractive or interesting)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,2,2 ], "to trail or cause to trail on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,3,1 ], "to move (oneself, one's feet, etc|) with effort or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,3,2 ], "to linger behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,3,3 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by for) to search (the bed of a river, canal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,3,3 ], "with a dragnet or hook" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,3,4 ], "(often foll| by on or out) to prolong tediously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,4,1 ], "to crush (clods) or level (a soil surface) by use of a drag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,4,2 ], "(of hounds) to follow (a fox or its trail) to the place where it has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,4,2 ], "lying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,5,1 ], "to draw (on a cigarette, pipe, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,6,1 ], "to bore or annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,6,2 ], "drag anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,6,3 ], "(of a vessel) to move away from its mooring because the anchor has failed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,6,3 ], "hold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,6,4 ], "drag one's feet or heels| Informal| to act with deliberate slowness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,6,5 ], "drag (someone's) name in the mud| to disgrace or defame (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,1 ], "the act of dragging or the state of being dragged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,10 ], "an artificial trail of a strong-smelling substance, sometimes including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,10 ], "aniseed, drawn over the ground for hounds to follow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,11 ], "a person or thing that is very tedious; bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,12 ], "a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,13 ], "short for drag race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,13,1 ], "in drag)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,13,1 ], "women's clothes worn by a man, usually by a transvestite (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,13,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,13,3 ], "clothes collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,14 ], "a draw on a cigarette, pipe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,15 ], "influence or persuasive power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,16 ], "a street or road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,2 ], "an implement, such as a dragnet, dredge, etc|, used for dragging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,3 ], "a type of harrow consisting of heavy beams, often with spikes inserted, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,3 ], "to crush clods, level soil, or prepare seedbeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,4 ], "a sporting coach with seats inside and out, usually drawn by four horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,5 ], "a braking or retarding device, such as a metal piece fitted to the underside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,5 ], "of the wheel of a horse-drawn vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,6 ], "a person or thing that slows up progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,7 ], "slow progress or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,8 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,8 ], "the resistance to the motion of a body passing through a fluid, esp| through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drag",1,7,9 ], "the trail of scent left by a fox or other animal hunted with hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draggle",1,1,1 ], "to make or become wet or dirty by trailing on the ground; bedraggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draggle",1,2,1 ], "to lag; dawdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draggletailed",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a woman)bedraggled; besmirched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draggy",1,1,2 ], "slow or boring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draggy",1,1,3 ], "dull and listless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draghound",1,1,1 ], "a hound used to follow an artificial trail of scent in a drag hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragline",1,1,1 ], "another word for dragrope ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragline",1,1,2 ], "a machine for dredging or excavating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragnet",1,1,1 ], "a heavy or weighted net used to scour the bottom of a pond, river, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragnet",1,1,1 ], "when searching for something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragnet",1,1,2 ], "any system of coordinated efforts by police forces to track down wanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragnet",1,1,2 ], "persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragoman",1,1,1 ], "(in some Middle Eastern countries, esp| formerly) a professional interpreter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragoman",1,1,1 ], "or guide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragon tree",1,1,1 ], "a liliaceous tree, Dracaena draco, of the Canary Islands, having clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon tree",1,1,1 ], "sword-shaped leaves at the tips of its branches: a source of dragon's blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragon",1,1,1 ], "a mythical monster usually represented as breathing fire and having a scaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon",1,1,1 ], "reptilian body, wings, claws, and a long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragon",1,1,2 ], "a fierce or intractable person, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon",1,1,3 ], "any of various very large lizards, esp| the Komodo dragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon",1,1,4 ], "a large snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon",1,1,5 ], "any of various North American aroid plants, esp| the green dragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon",1,1,6 ], "a manifestation of Satan or an attendant devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon's blood",1,1,1 ], "Daemonorops (or Calamus)draco: formerly used medicinally and now used in varnishes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragon's blood",1,1,1 ], "a red resinous substance obtained from the fruit of a Malaysian palm," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon's blood",1,1,1 ], "lacquers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dragon's blood",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar resins obtained from other trees, esp| from the dragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragon's blood",1,1,2 ], "tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragonet",1,1,1 ], "and a slender tapering brightly coloured body and living at the bottom of shallow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragonet",1,1,1 ], "any small spiny-finned fish of the family Callionymidae, having a flat head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonet",1,1,1 ], "seas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dragonfly",1,1,1 ], "a long slender body, two pairs of iridescent wings that are outspread at rest," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragonfly",1,1,1 ], "and aquatic larvae: order Odonata" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dragonfly",1,1,1 ], "any predatory insect of the suborder Anisoptera, having a large head and eyes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonfly",1,1,2 ], "any other insect of the order Odonata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonhead",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Dracocephalum, of Europe, Asia, and North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonhead",1,1,1 ], "having dense spikes of white or bluish flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragonhead",1,1,2 ], "any North American plant of the related genus Physostegia, having pink or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonhead",1,1,2 ], "purplish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragonnade",1,1,1 ], "quartered in their villages and homes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragonnade",1,1,1 ], "the persecution of French Huguenots during the reign of Louis XIV by dragoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonnade",1,1,2 ], "subjection by military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonnade",1,2,1 ], "to subject to persecution by military troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonroot",1,1,1 ], "a North American aroid plant, Arisaema dracontium, having a greenish spathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragonroot",1,1,1 ], "and a long pointed spadix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dragonroot",1,1,2 ], "the tuberous root of this plant, formerly used in medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragoon",1,1,1 ], "(originally) a mounted infantryman armed with a carbine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragoon",1,1,2 ], "a domestic fancy pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragoon",1,1,2,1 ], "a type of cavalryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragoon",1,1,2,2 ], "the Royal Dragoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragoon",1,2,1 ], "to coerce; force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragoon",1,2,2 ], "to persecute by military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragrope",1,1,1 ], "a rope used to drag military equipment, esp| artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragrope",1,1,2 ], "a rope trailing from a balloon or airship for mooring or braking purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dragster",1,1,1 ], "a car specially built or modified for drag racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drail",1,1,1 ], "a weighted hook used in trolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drail",1,2,1 ], "to fish with a drail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,1 ], "a pipe or channel that carries off water, sewage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,2 ], "an instance or cause of continuous diminution in resources or energy;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,2 ], "depletion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,3 ], "a device, such as a tube, for insertion into a wound, incision, or bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,3 ], "cavity to drain off pus, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,4 ], "flow from the interelectrode conductivity channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,4 ], "the electrode region in a field-effect transistor into which majority carriers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,1,5 ], "down the drain| wasted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,2,1 ], "to draw off or remove (liquid) from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,3,1 ], "to flow (away) or filter (off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,4,1 ], "to dry or be emptied as a result of liquid running off or flowing away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,5,1 ], "to drink the entire contents of (a glass, cup, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,6,1 ], "sap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,6,1 ], "to consume or make constant demands on (resources, energy, etc|); exhaust;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,7,1 ], "to disappear or leave, esp| gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,8,1 ], "(of a river, etc|) to carry off the surface water from an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drain",1,9,1 ], "(of an area) to discharge its surface water into rivers, streams, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drainage basin",1,1,1 ], "another name for catchment area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drainage",1,1,1 ], "the process or a method of draining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drainage",1,1,2 ], "a system of watercourses or drains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drainage",1,1,3 ], "liquid, sewage, etc|, that is drained away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draining board",1,1,1 ], "a sloping grooved surface at one side of a sink, used for draining washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draining board",1,1,1 ], "dishes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drainpipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe for carrying off rainwater, sewage, etc|; downpipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drainpipes",1,1,1 ], "boys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drainpipes",1,1,1 ], "very narrow men's trousers, worn in Britain during the 1950s, esp| by Teddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drake",1,1,1 ], "the male of any duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drake",2,1,1 ], "an artificial fly resembling a mayfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drake",2,1,2 ], "a small cannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drake",2,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for dragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dram",1,1,1 ], "kilogram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dram",1,1,1 ], "one sixteenth of an ounce (avoirdupois)| 1 dram is equivalent to 0|0018" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dram",1,1,2 ], "0|0039 kilogram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dram",1,1,2 ], "one eighth of an apothecaries' ounce; 60 grains| 1 dram is equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dram",1,1,3 ], "a small amount of an alcoholic drink, esp| a spirit; tot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drama",1,1,1 ], "a work to be performed by actors on stage, radio, or television; play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drama",1,1,2 ], "the genre of literature represented by works intended for the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drama",1,1,3 ], "the art of the writing and production of plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drama",1,1,4 ], "a situation or sequence of events that is highly emotional, tragic, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drama",1,1,4 ], "turbulent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dramatic irony",1,1,1 ], "the irony occurring when the implications of a situation, speech, etc|, are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatic irony",1,1,1 ], "understood by the audience but not by the characters in the play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dramatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatic",1,1,2 ], "like a drama in suddenness, emotional impact, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatic",1,1,3 ], "striking; effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatic",1,1,4 ], "acting or performed in a flamboyant way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatic",1,1,5 ], "(of a voice) powerful and marked by histrionic quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatics",1,1,1 ], "the art of acting or producing plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatics",1,1,2 ], "dramatic productions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatics",1,1,3 ], "histrionic behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatis personae",1,1,1 ], "the characters or a list of characters in a play or story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatis personae",1,1,2 ], "the main personalities in any situation or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatist",1,1,1 ], "a writer of plays; playwright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatization",1,1,1 ], "dramatic presentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dramatization",1,1,1 ], "the reconstruction of an event, novel, story, etc| in a form suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatization",1,1,2 ], "the art or act of dramatizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatize",1,1,1 ], "to put into dramatic form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramatize",1,1,2 ], "to express or represent (something) in a dramatic or exaggerated way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramaturge",1,1,1 ], "a dramatist, esp| one associated with a particular company or theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dramaturgy",1,1,1 ], "the art and technique of the theatre; dramatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drank",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drape",1,1,1 ], "to hang or cover with flexible material or fabric, usually in folds; adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drape",1,1,2 ], "to hang or arrange or be hung or arranged, esp| in folds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drape",1,2,1 ], "to place casually and loosely; hang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drape",1,3,1 ], "a cloth or hanging that covers something in folds; drapery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drape",1,3,2 ], "the way in which fabric hangs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draper",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in fabrics and sewing materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draper",1,1,2 ], "a maker of cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drapery",1,1,1 ], "fabric or clothing arranged and draped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drapery",1,1,2 ], "curtains or hangings that drape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drapery",1,1,3 ], "the occupation or shop of a draper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drapery",1,1,4 ], "fabrics and cloth collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drapes",1,1,1 ], "curtains, esp| ones of heavy fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drastic",1,1,1 ], "extreme or forceful; severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drat",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of annoyance (also in the phrases drat it! drat you! etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dratted",1,1,1 ], "wretched; annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,1 ], "a current of air, esp| one intruding into an enclosed space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of pulling a load, as by a vehicle or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,2 ], "the load or quantity drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,3 ], "a portion of liquid to be drunk, esp| a dose of medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,4 ], "the act or an instance of drinking; a gulp or swallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,5 ], "the act or process of drawing air, smoke, etc|, into the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,6 ], "the amount of air, smoke, etc|, inhaled in one breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,6,1 ], "beer, wine, etc|, stored in bulk, esp| in a cask, as opposed to being bottled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,6,3 ], "on draught| drawn from a cask or keg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,7 ], "any one of the 12 flat thick discs used by each player in the game of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,7 ], "draughts| U|S| equivalent: checker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,8 ], "the depth of a loaded vessel in the water, taken from the level of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,8 ], "waterline to the lowest point of the hull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draught",1,1,9 ], "feel the draught| to be short of money| Usual U|S| spelling draft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draughtboard",1,1,1 ], "a square board divided into 64 squares of alternating colours, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draughtboard",1,1,1 ], "playing draughts or chess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draughts",1,1,1 ], "a game for two players using a draughtboard and 12 draughtsmen each| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draughts",1,1,1 ], "object is to jump over and capture the opponent's pieces| U|S| name: checkers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draughtsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises or is qualified in mechanical drawing, employed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draughtsman",1,1,1 ], "prepare detailed scale drawings of machinery, buildings, devices, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draughtsman",1,1,2 ], "a person skilled in drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draughtsman",1,1,3 ], "U|S| equivalent: checker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draughtsman",1,1,3 ], "any of the 12 flat thick discs used by each player in the game of draughts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draughty",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or exposed to draughts of air| ?-!draughtily or U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw gear",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for coupling railway cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw in",1,1,1 ], "(of hours of daylight) to become shorter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw in",1,1,2 ], "(of a train) to arrive at a station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw off",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a liquid) to flow from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw off",1,1,2 ], "to withdraw (troops)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw on",1,1,1 ], "to use or exploit (a source, fund, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw on",1,2,1 ], "to come near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw on",1,3,1 ], "to withdraw (money) from (an account)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw on",1,4,1 ], "to put on (clothes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw on",1,5,1 ], "to lead further; entice or encourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,1,1 ], "to extend or cause to be extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a person) to talk freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,3,1 ], "to elicit (information)(from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,4,1 ], "to withdraw (money) as from a bank account or a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,5,1 ], "(of hours of daylight) to become longer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,6,1 ], "(of a train) to leave a station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,7,1 ], "to extend (troops) in line; lead from camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw out",1,8,1 ], "(of troops) to proceed from camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw up",1,1,1 ], "to come or cause to come to a halt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw up",1,2,1,1 ], "to prepare a draft of (a legal document, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw up",1,2,1,2 ], "to formulate and write out in appropriate form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw up",1,2,2 ], "to straighten oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw up",1,2,3 ], "to form or arrange (a body of soldiers, etc|) in order or formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a person or thing) to move towards or away by pulling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,1,2 ], "to bring, take, or pull (something) out, as from a drawer, holster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,10,1 ], "to induce or allow a draught to carry off air, smoke, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,11,1 ], "to take or receive from a source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,12,1 ], "to earn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,13,1 ], "to write out (a bill of exchange or promissory note)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,14,1 ], "to choose at random" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,15,1 ], "to reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,16,1 ], "or by stretching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,16,1 ], "to shape (a sheet of metal or glass) by rolling, by pulling it through a die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,16,2 ], "to bend (a bow) by pulling the string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,16,3 ], "to steep (tea) or (of tea) to steep in boiling water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,17,1 ], "to disembowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,18,1 ], "to cause (pus, blood, etc|) to discharge from an abscess or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,19,1 ], "(of two teams, contestants, etc|) to finish a game with an equal number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,19,1 ], "points, goals, etc|; tie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,2,1 ], "to extract or pull or take out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,20,1 ], "to keep leading a suit in order to force out (all outstanding cards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,20,2 ], "draw trumps| Bridge, whist| to play the trump suit until the opponents have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,20,2 ], "none left" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,21,1 ], "by applying backspin when making the stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,21,1 ], "to cause (the cue ball) to spin back after a direct impact with another ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,22,1 ], "to search (a place) in order to find wild animals, game, etc|, for hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,22,2 ], "to drive (the ball) too far to the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,23,1 ], "to deliver (the stone) gently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,1 ], "(of a vessel) to require (a certain depth) in which to float" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,2 ], "draw (a) blank| to be unsuccessful; fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,3 ], "draw and quarter| to disembowel and dismember (a person) after hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,4 ], "draw stumps| Cricket| to close play, as by pulling out the stumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,5 ], "draw the line| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,5,1 ], "to fix a limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,5,2 ], "to refuse to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,6 ], "draw the shot| Bowls| to deliver the bowl in such a way that it approaches the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,24,6 ], "jack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,1 ], "the act of drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,2 ], "a sum of money advanced to finance anticipated expenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,3 ], "an event, occasion, act, etc|, that attracts a large audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,4 ], "a raffle or lottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,5 ], "something taken or chosen at random, as a ticket in a raffle or lottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,6 ], "a contest or game ending in a tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,7 ], "a small natural drainage way or gully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,8 ], "a defect found in metal castings due to the contraction of the metal on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,25,8 ], "solidification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,3,1 ], "to take (liquid) out of a cask, keg, tank, etc|, by means of a tap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,4,1 ], "to move, go, or proceed, esp| in a specified direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,5,1 ], "to attract or elicit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,6,1 ], "to cause to flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,6,2 ], "or pen, esp| without the use of colour; delineate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,6,2 ], "to depict or sketch (a form, figure, picture, etc|) in lines, as with a pencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,7,1 ], "to make, formulate, or derive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,8,1 ], "to write (a legal document) in proper form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "draw",1,9,1 ], "to suck or take in (air, liquid, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawback" ,1, 1, 1],"a disadvantage or hindrance",1). c_DEF([ "drawback" ,1, 1, 2],"a refund of certain excise duties paid on imported goods that are re-exported",1). c_DEF([ "drawback" ,1, 1, 2],"or used in the production of manufactured exports",2). c_DEF([ "drawback" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|, adv|",1). c_DEF([ "drawback" ,1, 2, 2],"often foll| by from)",1). c_DEF([ "drawback" ,1, 2, 3],"to retreat; move backwards",1). c_DEF([ "drawback" ,1, 2, 4],"to turn aside from an undertaking",1). c_DEF([ "drawbar",1,1,1 ], "a strong metal bar on a tractor, locomotive, etc|, bearing a hook or link and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawbar",1,1,1 ], "pin to attach a trailer, wagon, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawbridge",1,1,1 ], "a bridge that may be raised to prevent access or to enable vessels to pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawee",1,1,1 ], "drawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawee",1,1,1 ], "the person or organization on which a cheque or other order for payment is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that draws, esp| a draughtsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawer",1,1,2 ], "a person who draws a cheque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawer",1,1,3 ], "a person who draws up a commercial paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawer",1,1,4 ], "a person who draws beer, etc|, in a bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawer",1,1,5 ], "(dr@$$:)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawer",1,1,6 ], "a boxlike container in a chest, table, etc|, made for sliding in and out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawers",1,1,1 ], "a legged undergarment for either sex, worn below the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing account",1,1,1 ], "an account out of which an employee, partner, or salesman may make withdrawals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing account",1,1,1 ], "to meet expenses or as advances against expected income" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawing board",1,1,1 ], "a smooth flat rectangular board on which paper, canvas, etc|, is placed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing board",1,1,1 ], "making drawings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawing board",1,1,2 ], "a planned undertaking has failed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawing board",1,1,2 ], "back to the drawing board| return to an earlier stage in an enterprise because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing card",1,1,1 ], "a performer, act, etc|, certain to attract a large audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing pin",1,1,1 ], "a short tack with a broad smooth head for fastening papers to a drawing board," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing pin",1,1,1 ], "etc| U|S| names: thumbtack, pushpin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawing room",1,1,1 ], "a room where visitors are received and entertained; living room; sitting room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing room",1,1,2 ], "a ceremonial or formal reception, esp| at court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing",1,1,1 ], "a picture or plan made by means of lines on a surface, esp| one made with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing",1,1,1 ], "pencil or pen without the use of colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawing",1,1,2 ], "a sketch, plan, or outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawing",1,1,3 ], "the art of making drawings; draughtsmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawknife",1,1,1 ], "a woodcutting tool with two handles at right angles to the blade, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawknife",1,1,1 ], "shave wood| U|S| name: spokeshave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawl",1,1,1 ], "to speak or utter (words) slowly, esp| prolonging the vowel sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawl",1,2,1 ], "the way of speech of someone who drawls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawn butter",1,1,1 ], "melted butter often with seasonings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawn work",1,1,1 ], "ornamental needlework done by drawing threads out of the fabric and using the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawn work",1,1,1 ], "remaining threads to form lacelike patterns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawn",1,1,1 ], "haggard, tired, or tense in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawplate",1,1,1 ], "a plate having conical holes through which wire is drawn to reduce its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawplate",1,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawstring",1,1,1,1 ], "a cord, ribbon, etc|, run through a hem around an opening, as on the bottom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawstring",1,1,1,1 ], "a sleeve or at the mouth of a bag, so that when it is pulled tighter, the opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drawstring",1,1,1,1 ], "closes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "drawstring",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawtube",1,1,1 ], "a tube, such as one of the component tubes of a telescope, fitting coaxially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drawtube",1,1,1 ], "within another tube through which it can slide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dray",1,1,1,1 ], "a low cart without fixed sides, used for carrying heavy loads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dray",1,1,1,2 ], "a drayman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dray",1,1,2 ], "any other vehicle or sledge used to carry a heavy load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drayhorse",1,1,1 ], "a large powerful horse used for drawing a dray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dread",1,1,1 ], "to anticipate with apprehension or terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dread",1,1,2 ], "to fear greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dread",1,1,3 ], "to be in awe of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dread",1,2,1 ], "great fear; horror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dread",1,2,2 ], "an object of terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dread",1,2,3 ], "deep reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadful",1,1,1 ], "extremely disagreeable, shocking, or bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadful",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadful",1,1,3 ], "causing dread; terrifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadful",1,1,4 ], "inspiring awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadfully",1,1,1 ], "in a shocking, or disagreeable manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadfully",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadnought",1,1,1 ], "a battleship armed with heavy guns of uniform calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadnought",1,1,2 ], "an overcoat made of heavy cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadnought",1,1,3 ], "a heavyweight boxer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreadnought",1,1,4 ], "a person who fears nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dream time",1,1,1 ], "another name for alcheringa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dream up",1,1,1 ], "to invent by ingenuity and imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a sequence of imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake; daydream; fantasy",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"mental activity, usually in the form of an imagined series of events,",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"occurring during certain phases of sleep",2). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 1, 3],"dreamland",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 2],"a person or thing seen or occurring in a dream",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 3],"a cherished hope; ambition; aspiration",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 4],"a vain hope",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 5],"a person or thing that is as pleasant, or seemingly unreal as a dream",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 1, 6],"go like a dream| to move, develop, or work very well",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 2, 1],"(may take a clause as object) to undergo or experience (a dream or dreams)",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to indulge in daydreams",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 2, 3],"to suffer delusions; be unrealistic",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 2, 4],"(when intr|, foll| by of or about) to have an image (of) or fantasy (about) in",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 2, 4],"or as if in a dream",2). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "dream" ,1, 2, 6],"foll| by of) to consider the possibility (of)",1). c_DEF([ "dreamer",1,1,1 ], "a person who dreams habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamer",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives in or escapes to a world of fantasy or illusion; escapist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamer",1,1,3 ], "a prophet; visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamy",1,1,1 ], "dreamier, dreamiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamy",1,1,2 ], "vague or impractical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamy",1,1,3 ], "resembling a dream in quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamy",1,1,4 ], "relaxing; gentle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamy",1,1,5 ], "wonderful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreamy",1,1,6 ], "having dreams, esp| daydreams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreary",1,1,1 ], "drearier, dreariest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreary",1,1,2 ], "sad or dull; dismal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreary",1,1,3 ], "wearying; boring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreary",1,1,4 ], "miserable|Also (literary): drear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredge up",1,1,1 ], "or unlikely source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dredge up",1,1,1 ], "to bring to notice, esp| with considerable effort and from an obscure, remote," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredge up",1,1,2 ], "to raise with or as if with a dredge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredge",1,1,1 ], "a machine, in the form of a bucket ladder, grab, or suction device, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredge",1,1,1 ], "remove material from a riverbed, channel, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dredge",1,1,2 ], "another name for dredger ,1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredge",1,2,1 ], "to remove (material) from a riverbed, channel, etc|, by means of a dredge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredge",1,3,1 ], "to search for (a submerged object) with or as if with a dredge; drag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredge",2,1,1 ], "to sprinkle or coat (food) with flour, sugar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredger",1,1,1 ], "a vessel used for dredging, often bargelike and usually equipped with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredger",1,1,1 ], "retractable steel piles that are driven into the bottom for stability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dredger",1,1,2 ], "another name for dredge'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dredger",2,1,1 ], "a container with a perforated top for sprinkling flour, sugar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dree",1,1,1 ], "to endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dree",1,2,1 ], "another word for dreich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreg",1,1,1 ], "a small quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreggy",1,1,2 ], "like or full of dregs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dregs",1,1,1 ], "solid particles that tend to settle at the bottom of some liquids, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dregs",1,1,1 ], "wine or coffee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dregs",1,1,2 ], "residue or remains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dregs",1,1,3 ], "a despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dreich",1,1,1 ], "dreary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drench",1,1,1 ], "to make completely wet; soak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drench",1,1,2 ], "to give liquid medicine to (an animal), esp| by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drench",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of drenching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drench",1,2,2 ], "a dose of liquid medicine given to an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress circle",1,1,1 ], "a tier of seats in a theatre or other auditorium, usually the first gallery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress circle",1,1,1 ], "above the ground floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress coat",1,1,1 ], "a man's formal tailcoat with a cutaway skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress down",1,1,1 ], "to reprimand severely or scold (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress form",1,1,1 ], "an adjustable dummy used in dressmaking that can be made to conform to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress form",1,1,1 ], "person's figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress parade",1,1,1 ], "a formal parade of sufficient ceremonial importance for the wearing of dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress parade",1,1,1 ], "uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress rehearsal",1,1,1 ], "lighting, etc|, as for the first night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress rehearsal",1,1,1 ], "the last complete rehearsal of a play or other work, using costumes, scenery," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress rehearsal",1,1,2 ], "any full-scale practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress shield",1,1,1 ], "a fabric pad worn under the armpits or attached to the armhole of a garment to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress shield",1,1,1 ], "prevent sweat from showing on or staining the clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress suit",1,1,1 ], "a man's evening suit, esp| tails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress uniform",1,1,1 ], "formal ceremonial uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress up",1,1,1 ], "to attire (oneself or another) in one's best clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress up",1,1,2 ], "games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress up",1,1,2 ], "to put fancy dress, disguise, etc|, on (oneself or another), as in children's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress up",1,1,3 ], "to improve the appearance or impression of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,1,1 ], "to put clothes on (oneself or another); attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,10,1 ], "to prune and trim (trees, bushes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,11,1 ], "to groom (an animal, esp| a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,12,1 ], "to convert (tanned hides) into leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,12,2 ], "phrase dress ranks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,12,2 ], "to bring (troops) into line or (of troops) to come into line (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,12,3 ], "dress ship| Nautical| to decorate a vessel by displaying all signal flags on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,12,3 ], "lines run from the bow to the stern over the mast trucks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,13,1 ], "a one-piece garment for a woman, consisting of a skirt and bodice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,13,2 ], "complete style of clothing; costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,13,3 ], "suitable or required for a formal occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,13,4 ], "the outer covering or appearance, esp| of living things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,2,1 ], "to change one's clothes, esp| to more formal attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,3,1 ], "to provide (someone) with clothing; clothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,4,1 ], "to arrange merchandise in (a shop window) for effective display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,5,1 ], "to comb out or arrange (the hair) into position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,6,1 ], "to apply protective or therapeutic covering to (a wound, sore, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,7,1 ], "to prepare (food, esp| fowl and fish) for cooking or serving by cleaning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,7,1 ], "trimming, gutting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,8,1 ], "to put a finish on (the surface of stone, metal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dress",1,9,1 ], "to till and cultivate (land), esp| by applying manure, compost, or fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressage",1,1,1 ], "rider's body signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dressage",1,1,1 ], "the method of training a horse to perform manoeuvres in response to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressage",1,1,2 ], "the manoeuvres performed by a horse trained in this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",1,1,1 ], "a set of shelves, usually also with cupboards or drawers, for storing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",1,1,1 ], "displaying dishes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",1,1,2 ], "a chest of drawers for storing clothing in a bedroom or dressing room, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",1,1,2 ], "having a mirror on the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",2,1,1 ], "a person who dresses in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",2,1,2 ], "a person employed to assist actors in putting on and taking off their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",2,1,2 ], "costumes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",2,1,3 ], "a tool used for dressing stone or other materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dresser",2,1,4 ], "a person who assists a surgeon during operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing gown",1,1,1 ], "a full robe worn before dressing or for lounging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing room",1,1,1 ], "a room backstage for an actor to change clothing and to make up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing room",1,1,2 ], "any room used for changing clothes, such as one at a sports ground or off a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing room",1,1,2 ], "bedroom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dressing station",1,1,1 ], "a first-aid post close to a combat area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing table",1,1,1 ], "a piece of bedroom furniture with a mirror and a set of drawers for clothes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing table",1,1,1 ], "cosmetics, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dressing",1,1,1 ], "a sauce for food, esp| for salad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for stuffing ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing",1,1,3 ], "a covering for a wound, sore, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing",1,1,3,1 ], "manure or artificial fertilizer spread on land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing",1,1,4 ], "size used for stiffening textiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing",1,1,5 ], "ready for use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dressing",1,1,5 ], "the processes in the conversion of certain rough tanned hides into leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressing-down",1,1,1 ], "a severe scolding or thrashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressings",1,1,1 ], "dressed stonework, mouldings, and carved ornaments used to form quoins," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressings",1,1,1 ], "keystones, sills, and similar features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dressmaker",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is making clothes, esp| for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressy",1,1,1 ], "dressier, dressiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressy",1,1,2 ], "(of clothes) elegant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressy",1,1,3 ], "(of persons) dressing stylishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dressy",1,1,4 ], "over-elegant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drew",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of draw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dribble",1,1,1 ], "to flow or allow to flow in a thin stream or drops; trickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dribble",1,2,1 ], "to allow saliva to trickle from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dribble",1,2,2 ], "(in soccer, basketball, hockey, etc|) to propel (the ball) by repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dribble",1,2,2 ], "tapping it with the hand, foot, or stick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dribble",1,3,1 ], "a small quantity of liquid falling in drops or flowing in a thin stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dribble",1,3,2 ], "a small quantity or supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dribble",1,3,3 ], "an act or instance of dribbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driblet",1,1,1 ], "a small quantity or amount, as of liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dribs and drabs",1,1,1 ], "small sporadic amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dried",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drier",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drier",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dryer'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driest",1,1,1 ], "the superlative of dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift anchor",1,1,1 ], "another term for sea anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift ice",1,1,1 ], "masses of ice floating in the open sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift net",1,1,1 ], "a large fishing net supported by floats or attached to a drifter that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift net",1,1,1 ], "allowed to drift with the tide or current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift transistor",1,1,1 ], "a transistor in which the impurity concentration in the base increases from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift transistor",1,1,1 ], "gradient that greatly increases its high-frequency response" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "drift transistor",1,1,1 ], "the collector-base junction to the emitter-base junction, producing a resistivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift tube",1,1,1 ], "a hollow cylindrical electrode to which a radio-frequency voltage is applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift tube",1,1,1 ], "in a linear accelerator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,1,1 ], "to be carried along by or as if by currents of air or water or (of a current)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,1,1 ], "to carry (a vessel, etc|) along" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,1,2 ], "to move aimlessly from place to place or from one activity to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,1,3 ], "to wander or move gradually away from a fixed course or point; stray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,1,4 ], "(of snow, sand, etc|) to accumulate in heaps or banks or to drive (snow, sand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,1,4 ], "etc|) into heaps or banks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,1 ], "something piled up by the wind or current, such as a snowdrift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,10 ], "something, esp| a group of animals, driven along by human or natural agencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,11 ], "a tapering steel tool driven into holes to enlarge or align them before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,11 ], "bolting or riveting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,12 ], "an uncontrolled slow change in some operating characteristic of a piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,12 ], "equipment, esp| an electronic circuit or component" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,13 ], "gradual change in a language, esp| in so far as this is influenced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,13 ], "internal structure of the language rather than by contact with other languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,14 ], "a ford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,2 ], "tendency, trend, meaning, or purport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,3 ], "a state of indecision or inaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,4 ], "course by adverse winds, tide, or current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,4 ], "the extent to which a vessel, aircraft, projectile, etc| is driven off its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,5 ], "a general tendency of surface ocean water to flow in the direction of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,5 ], "prevailing winds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,6 ], "a driving movement, force, or influence; impulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,7 ], "a controlled four-wheel skid, used by racing drivers to take bends at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,7 ], "speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,8 ], "a loose unstratified deposit of sand, gravel, etc|, esp| one transported and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,8 ], "deposited by a glacier or ice sheet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drift",1,2,9 ], "a horizontal passage in a mine that follows the mineral vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driftage",1,1,1 ], "the act of drifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driftage",1,1,2 ], "matter carried along or deposited by drifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driftage",1,1,3 ], "course" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "driftage",1,1,3 ], "the amount by which an aircraft or vessel has drifted from its intended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drifter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that drifts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drifter",1,1,2 ], "a person who moves aimlessly from place to place, usually without a regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drifter",1,1,2 ], "job" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drifter",1,1,3 ], "a boat used for drift-net fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drifter",1,1,4 ], "a large jib of thin material used in light breezes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driftwood",1,1,1 ], "wood floating on or washed ashore by the sea or other body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill press",1,1,1 ], "a machine tool for boring holes, having a fixed stand and work table with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill press",1,1,1 ], "facilities for lowering the rotating tool to the workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,1 ], "a rotating tool that is inserted into a drilling machine or tool for boring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,1 ], "cylindrical holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,2 ], "a hand tool, either manually or electrically operated, for drilling holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,3 ], "training in procedures or movements, as for ceremonial parades or the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,3 ], "weapons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,4 ], "strict and often repetitious training or exercises used as a method of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,4 ], "teaching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,5 ], "correct procedure or routine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,6 ], "a marine gastropod mollusc, Urosalpinx cinera, closely related to the whelk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,1,6 ], "that preys on oysters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,2,1 ], "to pierce, bore, or cut (a hole) in (material) with or as if with a drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,2,2 ], "to instruct or be instructed in military procedures or movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,3,1 ], "to teach by rigorous exercises or training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,4,1 ], "to hit (a ball) in a straight line at great speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",1,5,1 ], "to riddle with bullets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",2,1,1 ], "a machine for planting seeds in rows or depositing fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",2,1,2 ], "a small furrow in which seeds are sown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",2,1,3 ], "a row of seeds planted using a drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",2,2,1 ], "to plant (seeds) by means of a drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",3,1,1 ], "a hard-wearing twill-weave cotton cloth, used for uniforms, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",4,1,1 ], "an Old World monkey, Mandrillus leucophaeus, of W Africa, related to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drill",4,1,1 ], "mandrill but smaller and less brightly coloured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drillmaster",1,1,1 ], "a military drill instructor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drillmaster",1,1,2 ], "a person who instructs in a strict manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drillstock",1,1,1 ], "the part of a machine tool that holds the shank of a drill or bit; chuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drily",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dryly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,1,1 ], "to swallow (a liquid); imbibe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,2,1 ], "to take in or soak up (liquid); absorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,3,1 ], "to pay close attention (to); be fascinated (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,4,1 ], "to bring (oneself into a certain condition) by consuming alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,5,1 ], "to dispose of or ruin by excessive expenditure on alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,6,1 ], "to consume alcohol, esp| to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,6,2 ], "(of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,6,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by to) to drink (a toast) in celebration, honour, or hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,6,3 ], "beverage than (someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,6,3 ], "drink (someone) under the table| to be able to drink more intoxicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,6,4 ], "drink the health of| to salute or celebrate with a toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,6,5 ], "drink with the flies| Austral| informal| to drink alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,7,1 ], "liquid suitable for drinking; any beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,7,2 ], "alcohol or its habitual or excessive consumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,7,3 ], "an amount or portion of liquid for drinking; draught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drink",1,7,4 ], "the drink| Informal| the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drinker",1,1,1 ], "a person who drinks, esp| a person who drinks alcohol habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drinking fountain",1,1,1 ], "a device for providing a flow or jet of drinking water, usually in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drinking fountain",1,1,1 ], "places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drinking water",1,1,1 ], "water reserved or suitable for drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drinking-up time",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a short time allowed for finishing drinks before closing time in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drinking-up time",1,1,1 ], "a public house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,1,1 ], "to fall or let fall in drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,2,1 ], "the formation and falling of drops of liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,2,2 ], "the sound made by falling drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,2,3 ], "a projection at the front lower edge of a sill or cornice designed to throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,2,3 ], "water clear of the wall below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,2,4 ], "an inane, insipid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,2,5 ], "as of salt or sugar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drip",1,2,5 ], "the usually intravenous drop-by-drop administration of a therapeutic solution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drip-dry",1,1,1 ], "designating clothing or a fabric that will dry relatively free of creases if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drip-dry",1,1,1 ], "hung up when wet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dripping pan" ,1, 1, 1],"a shallow pan placed under roasting meat to catch the dripping",1). c_DEF([ "dripping",1,1,1 ], "basting or as shortening, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dripping",1,1,1 ], "the fat that exudes from meat while it is being roasted or fried, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dripping",1,1,2 ], "liquid that falls in drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dripping",1,2,1 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drippy",1,1,1 ], "tending to drip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drippy",1,1,2 ], "mawkish, insipid, or inane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive at",1,1,1 ], "to aim at; to intend or mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,1,1 ], "to push, propel, or be pushed or propelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,1,2 ], "to control and guide the movement of (a vehicle, draught animal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,1 ], "the act of driving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,2 ], "a trip or journey in a driven vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,2,1 ], "a road for vehicles, esp| a private road leading to a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,2,2 ], "Woodland Drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,3 ], "vigorous or urgent pressure, as in business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,4 ], "a united effort, esp| directed towards a common goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,5 ], "a large gathering of persons to play whist, bridge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,6 ], "energy, ambition, or initiative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,7 ], "a sustained and powerful military offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,7,1 ], "mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,7,1 ], "the means by which force, torque, motion, or power is transmitted in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,8 ], "a hard straight shot or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,10,9 ], "a search for and chasing of game towards waiting guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,2,1 ], "to compel or urge to work or act, esp| excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,3,1 ], "to goad or force into a specified attitude or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,4,1 ], "to cause (an object) to make or form (a hole, crack, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,4,2 ], "to move or cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,4,3 ], "more or less vertically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,4,3 ], "to hit (a ball) very hard and straight, as (in cricket) with the bat swinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,4,4 ], "to strike (the ball) with a driver, as in teeing off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,5,1,1 ], "to chase (game) from cover into more open ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,5,1,2 ], "to search (an area) for game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,5,2 ], "to transport or be transported in a driven vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,6,1 ], "to rush or dash violently, esp| against an obstacle or solid object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,7,1 ], "bargain)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,7,1 ], "to carry through or transact with vigour (esp| in the phrase drive a hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,8,1 ], "press" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,8,1 ], "to force (a component) into or out of its location by means of blows or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,9,1 ], "to excavate horizontally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,9,2 ], "drive home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,9,2,1 ], "to cause to penetrate to the fullest extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive",1,9,2,2 ], "to make clear by special emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive-in",1,1,1,1 ], "a cinema, designed to be used by patrons seated in their cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drive-in",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier a public facility or service designed for use in such a manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drivel",1,1,1 ], "to allow (saliva) to flow from the mouth; dribble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drivel",1,2,1 ], "to speak foolishly or childishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drivel",1,2,2 ], "to flow or trickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drivel",1,3,1 ], "foolish or senseless talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drivel",1,3,2 ], "saliva flowing from the mouth; slaver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driven",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driver ant",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical African predatory ants of the subfamily Dorylinae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driver ant",1,1,1 ], "which live in temporary nests and travel in vast hordes preying on other animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "driver",1,1,1 ], "a person who drives a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driver",1,1,2 ], "a person who drives animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driver",1,1,3 ], "a mechanical component that exerts a force on another to produce motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driver",1,1,4 ], "a club, a No| 1 wood, with a large head and deep face for tee shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driver",1,1,5 ], "a circuit whose output provides the input of another circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driveway",1,1,1 ], "a private road for vehicles, often connecting a house or garage with a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driveway",1,1,1 ], "road; drive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "driving licence",1,1,1 ], "an official document or certificate authorizing a person to drive a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driving licence",1,1,1 ], "vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "driving wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel, esp| a gear wheel, that causes other wheels to rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driving wheel",1,1,2 ], "any wheel of a vehicle that transforms torque into a tractive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driving",1,1,1 ], "having or moving with force and violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driving",1,1,2 ], "forceful or energetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "driving",1,1,3 ], "relating to the controlling of a motor vehicle in motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drizzle",1,1,1 ], "diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drizzle",1,1,1 ], "very light rain, specifically consisting of droplets less than 0|5 mm in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drizzle",1,2,1 ], "to rain lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drizzle",1,3,1 ], "to moisten with tiny droplets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,1 ], "any funnel-like device, esp| one of canvas, used as a sea anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,1,1 ], "a small parachute released behind a jet aircraft to reduce its landing speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,1,2 ], "a small parachute released before a heavier main parachute during the landing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,1,2 ], "of a spacecraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,2 ], "a device towed behind an aircraft as a target for firing practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,3 ], "a funnel-shaped device on the end of the refuelling hose of a tanker aircraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,3 ], "to assist stability and the location of the probe of the receiving aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drogue",1,1,4 ], "another name for windsock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droit du seigneur",1,1,1 ], "in feudal times, the right of a lord to have sexual intercourse with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droit du seigneur",1,1,1 ], "vassal's bride on her wedding night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "droit",1,1,1 ], "a legal or moral right or claim; due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droll",1,1,1 ], "amusing in a quaint or odd manner; comical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drollery",1,1,1 ], "humour; comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drollery",1,1,2 ], "a droll act, story, or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dromedary",1,1,1 ], "a type of Arabian camel bred for racing and riding, having a single hump and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dromedary",1,1,1 ], "long slender legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dromedary",1,1,2 ], "another name for Arabian camel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dromond",1,1,1 ], "a large swift sailing vessel of the 12th to 15th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",1,1,1 ], "a male bee in a colony of social bees, whose sole function is to mate with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",1,1,1 ], "queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drone",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives off the work of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",1,1,3 ], "a pilotless radio-controlled aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,1,1 ], "to make a monotonous low dull sound; buzz or hum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on) to utter (words) in a monotonous tone, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,1,2 ], "talk without stopping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,2,1 ], "a monotonous low dull sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,2,1,1 ], "a sustained bass note or chord of unvarying pitch accompanying a melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,2,2 ], "melody played on the chanter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,2,2 ], "one of the single-reed pipes in a set of bagpipes, used for accompanying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drone",2,2,3 ], "a person who speaks in a low monotonous tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drongo",1,1,1 ], "any insectivorous songbird of the family Dicruridae, of the Old World tropics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drongo",1,1,1 ], "having a glossy black plumage, a forked tail, and a stout bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drongo",1,1,2 ], "a slow-witted person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droob",1,1,1 ], "a pathetic person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drool",1,1,1 ], "to show excessive enthusiasm (for) or pleasure (in); gloat (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drool",1,3,1 ], "another word for drivel 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droop",1,1,1 ], "to sag or allow to sag, as from weakness or exhaustion; hang down; sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droop",1,2,1 ], "to be overcome by weariness; languish; flag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droop",1,3,1 ], "to lose courage; become dejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droop",1,4,1 ], "the act or state of drooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop away",1,1,1 ], "to fall or go away gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop cannon",1,1,1 ], "a shot in which the first object ball joins or gathers with the cue ball and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop cannon",1,1,1 ], "the other object ball, esp| at the top of the table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drop curtain",1,1,1 ], "a curtain that is suspended from the flies and can be raised and lowered onto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop curtain",1,1,1 ], "the stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drop forge" ,1, 1, 1],"a device for forging metal between two dies, one of which is fixed, the other",1). c_DEF([ "drop forge" ,1, 1, 1],"acting by gravity or by steam or hydraulic pressure",2). c_DEF([ "drop forge" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "drop forge" ,1, 3, 1],"to forge (metal) into (a component) by the use of a drop forge",1). c_DEF([ "drop goal",1,1,1 ], "a goal scored with a drop kick during the run of play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop hammer",1,1,1 ], "another name for drop forge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop kick" ,1, 1, 1],"a kick in certain sports such as rugby, in which the ball is dropped and",1). c_DEF([ "drop kick" ,1, 1, 1],"kicked as it bounces from the ground",2). c_DEF([ "drop kick" ,1, 1, 2],"a wrestling attack, illegal in amateur wrestling, in which a wrestler leaps in",1). c_DEF([ "drop kick" ,1, 1, 2],"the air and kicks his opponent in the face or body with both feet",2). c_DEF([ "drop kick" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "drop kick" ,1, 2, 2],"to kick (a ball, etc|) using a drop kick",1). c_DEF([ "drop kick" ,1, 2, 3],"to kick (an opponent in wrestling) by the use of a drop kick",1). c_DEF([ "drop leaf",1,1,1,1 ], "a hinged flap on a table that can be raised and supported by a bracket or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop leaf",1,1,1,1 ], "additional pivoted leg to extend the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drop leaf",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop off" ,1, 1, 1],"to grow smaller or less; decline",1). c_DEF([ "drop off" ,1, 2, 1],"to allow to alight; set down",1). c_DEF([ "drop off" ,1, 3, 1],"to fall asleep",1). c_DEF([ "drop off" ,1, 4, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "drop off" ,1, 4, 2],"a steep or vertical descent",1). c_DEF([ "drop off" ,1, 4, 3],"a sharp decrease",1). c_DEF([ "drop scone",1,1,1 ], "a scone made by dropping a spoonful of batter on a griddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop shipment",1,1,1 ], "a consignment invoiced to a wholesaler or other middleman but sent directly to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop shipment",1,1,1 ], "the retailer by a manufacturer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drop shot",1,1,1 ], "a softly-played return that drops abruptly after clearing the net, intended to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop shot",1,1,1 ], "backspin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "drop shot",1,1,1 ], "give an opponent no chance of reaching the ball and usually achieved by imparting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drop shot",1,1,2 ], "a type of shot made by permitting molten metal to percolate through a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop shot",1,1,2 ], "and then dropping it into a tank of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drop tank",1,1,1 ], "an external aircraft tank, usually containing fuel, that can be detached and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drop tank",1,1,1 ], "dropped in flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 10],"another word for ,trap door or ,gallows",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 11],"a slot or aperture through which an object can be dropped to fall into a",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 11],"receptacle",2). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 12],"the midships height of a sail bent to a fixed yard",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 13],"cricket slang",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 14],"a fall of the wicket",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 15],"a drop in the bucket Informal| an amount very small in relation to what is",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 15],"needed or desired",2). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 16],"at the drop of a hat| without hesitation or delay",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 17],"have had a drop too much| to be drunk",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 1],"a small quantity of liquid that forms or falls in a spherical or pear-shaped",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 1],"mass; globule",2). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 2],"a very small quantity of liquid",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 3],"a very small quantity of anything",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 4],"small sweet",2). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 4],"something resembling a drop in shape or size, such as a decorative pendant or",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 5],"the act or an instance of falling; descent",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 6],"a decrease in amount or value; slump",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 7],"the vertical distance that anything may fall",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 8],"a steep or sheer incline or slope",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 1, 9],"the act of unloading troops, equipment, or supplies by parachute",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 10],"to decrease or cause to decrease in amount or value",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 11],"to sink or cause to sink to a lower position, as on a scale",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 12],"to make or become less in strength, volume, etc",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 13],"(intr|) to sink or decline in health or condition",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 14],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 15],"sometimes foll| by into) to pass easily into a state or condition",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 16],"(intr|) to move along gently as with a current of water or air",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 17],"(tr|) to allow to pass casually in conversation",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 18],"(tr|) to leave out (a word or letter)",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 19],"(tr|) to set down or unload (passengers or goods)",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 1],"(of liquids) to fall or allow to fall in globules",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 20],"(tr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 21],"to send or post",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 22],"(tr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 23],"to discontinue; terminate",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 24],"(tr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 25],"to cease to associate or have to do with",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 26],"(tr|) Slang, chiefly U|S",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 27],"to cease to employ",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 28],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 29],"sometimes foll| by in, off, etc|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 2],"to fall or allow to fall vertically",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 30],"to leave or deposit, esp| at a specified place",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 31],"(of animals) to give birth to (offspring)",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 32],"to lose (money), esp| when gambling",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 33],"(tr|) to lengthen (a hem, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 34],"(tr|) to unload (troops, equipment, or supplies) by parachute",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 35],"(tr|) Nautical",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 36],"to leave behind; sail out of sight of",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 37],"(tr|) Sport",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 38],"to omit (a player) from a team",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 39],"(tr|) to lose (a score, game, or contest)",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to allow to fall by letting go of",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 40],"(tr|) Golf, basketball, etc",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 41],"to hit or throw (a ball) into a goal",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 42],"(tr|) to hit (a ball) with a drop shot",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 43],"drop astern| Nautical",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 44],"to fall back to the stern (of another vessel)",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 45],"(tr|) Motor racing slang",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 46],"to spin (the car) and (usually) crash out of the race",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 47],"(tr|) Slang",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 48],"to swallow (a drug, esp| barbiturates or LSD)",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 49],"drop dead! Slang",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 4],"shot, weariness, etc",2). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 4],"to sink or fall or cause to sink or fall to the ground, as from a blow, wound,",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 50],"an exclamation of contempt|~n|, vb",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 51],"short for drop kick or drop-kick|~",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 6],"direction, etc",2). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 6],"foll| by back, behind, etc|) to fall, move, or go in a specified manner,",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 7],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 8],"foll| by in, by, etc|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "drop" ,1, 2, 9],"to pay a casual visit (to)",1). c_DEF([ "drophead coup",1,1,1 ], "a two-door four-seater car with a folding roof and a sloping back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droplet",1,1,1 ], "a tiny drop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droplight",1,1,1 ], "an electric light that may be raised or lowered by means of a pulley or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droplight",1,1,1 ], "mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dropout" ,1, 1, 1],"a student who fails to complete a school or college course",1). c_DEF([ "dropout" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who rejects conventional society",1). c_DEF([ "dropout" ,1, 1, 3],"after a touchdown",2). c_DEF([ "dropout" ,1, 1, 3],"drop-out| Rugby| a drop kick taken by the defending team to restart play, as",1). c_DEF([ "dropout" ,1, 2, 1],"n",1). c_DEF([ "dropout" ,1, 2, 2],"to abandon or withdraw from (a school, social group, job, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "dropper",1,1,1 ], "a small tube having a rubber bulb at one end for drawing up and dispensing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dropper",1,1,1 ], "drops of liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dropper",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droppings",1,1,1 ], "the dung of certain animals, such as rabbits, sheep, and birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drops",1,1,1 ], "any liquid medication applied by means of a dropper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dropsonde",1,1,1 ], "a radiosonde dropped by parachute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dropsy",1,1,1 ], "a condition characterized by an accumulation of watery fluid in the tissues or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dropsy",1,1,1 ], "in a body cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dropwort",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rosaceous plant, Filipendula vulgaris, with finely divided leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dropwort",1,1,1 ], "and clusters of white or reddish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dropwort",1,1,2 ], "Oenanthe, esp| O| fistulosa, with umbrella-shaped clusters of white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dropwort",1,1,2 ], "water dropwort| any of several umbelliferous marsh plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "droshky",1,1,1 ], "an open four-wheeled horse-drawn passenger carriage, formerly used in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drosophila",1,1,1 ], "any small dipterous fly of the genus Drosophila, esp| D| melanogaster which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drosophila",1,1,1 ], "sap, decaying fruit, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "drosophila",1,1,1 ], "widely used in laboratory genetics studies: family Drosophilidae|They feed on plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dross",1,1,1 ], "the scum formed, usually by oxidation, on the surfaces of molten metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dross",1,1,2 ], "worthless matter; waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drought",1,1,1 ], "a prolonged period of scanty rainfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drought",1,1,2 ], "a prolonged shortage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drought",1,1,3 ], "an archaic or dialect word for thirst| Archaic form: drouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drove",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drove",2,1,1 ], "a herd of livestock being driven together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drove",2,1,2 ], "a moving crowd of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drove",2,1,3 ], "a chisel with a broad edge used for dressing stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drove",2,2,1,1 ], "to drive (a group of livestock), usually for a considerable distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drove",2,2,1,2 ], "to be employed as a drover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drove",2,2,2 ], "to work (a stone surface) with a drove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drover",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is the driving of sheep or cattle, esp| to and from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drover",1,1,1 ], "market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drown",1,1,1 ], "to die or kill by immersion in liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drown",1,2,1 ], "to destroy or get rid of as if by submerging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drown",1,3,1 ], "to drench thoroughly; inundate; flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drown",1,4,1 ], "to render (a sound) inaudible by making a loud noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drowse",1,1,1 ], "to be or cause to be sleepy, dull, or sluggish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drowse",1,2,1 ], "the state of being drowsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drowsy",1,1,1 ], "drowsier, drowsiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drowsy",1,1,2 ], "heavy with sleepiness; sleepy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drowsy",1,1,3 ], "inducing sleep; soporific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drowsy",1,1,4 ], "sluggish or lethargic; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drub",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to beat as with a stick; cudgel; club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drub",1,1,2 ], "to defeat utterly, as in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drub",1,1,3 ], "to drum or stamp (the feet)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drub",1,1,4 ], "to instil with force or repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drub",1,2,1 ], "a blow, as from a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drudge",1,1,1 ], "a person, such as a servant, who works hard at wearisome menial tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drudge",1,2,1 ], "to toil at such tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drudgery",1,1,1 ], "hard, menial, and monotonous work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "druffen",1,1,1 ], "dialect| inebriated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drug addict",1,1,1 ], "any person who is abnormally dependent on narcotic drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 1, 1],"any synthetic or natural chemical substance used in the treatment, prevention,",1). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 1, 1],"or diagnosis of disease",2). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 1, 2],"a chemical substance, esp| a narcotic, taken for the pleasant effects it",1). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 1, 2],"produces",2). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 1, 3],"drug on the market| a commodity available in excess of the demands of the",1). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 1, 3],"market",2). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 3, 1],"to mix a drug with (food, drink, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 3, 2],"to administer a drug to",1). c_DEF([ "drug" ,1, 3, 3],"to stupefy or poison with or as if with a drug",1). c_DEF([ "drugget",1,1,1 ], "a coarse fabric used as a protective floor-covering, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "druggist",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| term for a pharmacist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drugstore",1,1,1 ], "a shop where medical prescriptions are made up and a wide variety of goods and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drugstore",1,1,1 ], "usually light meals are sold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "druid",1,1,1 ], "a member of an ancient order of priests in Gaul, Britain, and Ireland in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "druid",1,1,1 ], "pre-Christian era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "druid",1,1,2 ], "a member of any of several modern movements attempting to revive druidism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drum brake",1,1,1 ], "a type of brake used on the wheels of vehicles, consisting of two pivoted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drum brake",1,1,1 ], "shoes that rub against the inside walls of the brake drum when the brake is applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drum major",1,1,1 ], "the band when paraded together" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "drum major",1,1,1 ], "the corps of drums of a military band and who is in command of both the drums and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drum major",1,1,1 ], "the noncommissioned officer, usually of sergeant major's rank, who commands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drum majorette",1,1,1 ], "a girl who marches at the head of a procession, twirling a baton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drum out",1,1,1,1 ], "to expel from a club, association, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drum out",1,1,1,2 ], "(formerly) to dismiss from military service to the beat of a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drum up",1,1,1 ], "to evoke or obtain (support, business, etc|) by solicitation or canvassing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 10],"run a drum| Austral| slang",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 11],"(of a racehorse) to perform as tipped",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 12],"give (someone),the drum",2). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 12],"the drum| Austral| informal| the necessary information (esp| in the phrase",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 1],"a percussion instrument sounded by striking a membrane stretched across the",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 1],"opening of a hollow cylinder or hemisphere",2). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 2],"the sound produced by a drum or any similar sound",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a column",2). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"one of a number of cylindrical blocks of stone used to construct the shaft of",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"the wall or structure supporting a dome or cupola",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 3],"an object that resembles a drum in shape, such as a large spool or a",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 3],"cylindrical container",2). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 4],"short for ,eardrum",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 5],"Equetus pulcher (striped drum), that utter a drumming sound",2). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 5],"any of various North American marine and freshwater sciaenid fishes, such as",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 6],"a cylindrical object or hollow cylindrical structure, esp| the centre body of",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 6],"an axial-flow compressor rotor to which the rotor blades are attached",2). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 7],"a rotating cylindrical device on which data may be stored for later retrieval",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 8],"a drummer",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 1, 9],"a brothel",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 1],"to play (music) on or as if on a drum",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 2],"to beat or tap (the fingers) rhythmically or regularly",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) (of birds) to produce a rhythmical sound, as by beating the bill",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 3],"against a tree, branch, etc",2). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 5],"sometimes foll| by up) to summon or call by drumming",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 6],"(tr|) to instil by constant repetition",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 7],"beat the drum for| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "drum" ,1, 2, 8],"to attempt to arouse interest in",1). c_DEF([ "drum",2,1,1 ], "a narrow ridge or hill|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumbeat",1,1,1 ], "the sound made by beating a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumfire",1,1,1 ], "drumbeats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drumfire",1,1,1 ], "heavy, rapid, and continuous gunfire, the sound of which resembles rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for drum ,1 ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumhead court-martial",1,1,1 ], "a military court convened to hear urgent charges of offences committed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumhead court-martial",1,1,1 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drumhead",1,1,1 ], "the part of a drum that is actually struck with a stick or the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumhead",1,1,2 ], "the head of a capstan, pierced with holes for the capstan bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumhead",1,1,3 ], "another name for eardrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumlin",1,1,1 ], "a streamlined mound of glacial drift, rounded or elongated in the direction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumlin",1,1,1 ], "the original flow of ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drummer",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays a drum or set of drums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drummer",1,1,2 ], "a salesman, esp| a travelling salesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drummer",1,1,3 ], "the slowest shearer in a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumstick",1,1,1 ], "a stick used for playing a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drumstick",1,1,2 ], "the lower joint of the leg of a cooked fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunk",1,1,1 ], "and mental functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drunk",1,1,1 ], "intoxicated with alcohol to the extent of losing control over normal physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunk",1,1,2 ], "overwhelmed by strong influence or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunk",1,2,1 ], "a person who is drunk or drinks habitually to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunk",1,2,2 ], "a drinking bout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunkard",1,1,1 ], "a person who is frequently or habitually drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunken",1,1,1 ], "intoxicated with or as if with alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunken",1,1,2 ], "frequently or habitually drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunken",1,1,3 ], "caused by or relating to alcoholic intoxication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drunkometer",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for breathalyzer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drupe",1,1,1 ], "an indehiscent fruit consisting of outer epicarp, fleshy or fibrous mesocarp," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drupe",1,1,1 ], "and stony endocarp enclosing a single seed| It occurs in the peach, plum, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drupe",1,1,1 ], "cherry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "drupelet",1,1,1 ], "a small drupe, usually one of a number forming a compound fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "druse",1,1,1 ], "a rock or mineral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "druse",1,1,1 ], "an aggregate of small crystals within a cavity, esp| those lining a cavity in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry battery",1,1,1 ], "an electric battery consisting of two or more dry cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry cell",1,1,1 ], "a primary cell in which the electrolyte is in the form of a paste or is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry cell",1,1,1 ], "treated in some way to prevent it from spilling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry distillation",1,1,1 ], "another name for destructive distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry farming",1,1,1 ], "a system of growing crops in arid or semiarid regions without artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry farming",1,1,1 ], "irrigation, by reducing evaporation and by special methods of tillage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry fly",1,1,1,1 ], "an artificial fly designed and prepared to be floated or skimmed on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry fly",1,1,1,1 ], "surface of the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry fly",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry goods",1,1,1 ], "textile fabrics and related merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry ice",1,1,1 ], "refrigerant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry ice",1,1,1 ], "solid carbon dioxide, which sublimates at -78|5 degrees C: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry kiln",1,1,1 ], "an oven in which cut timber is dried and seasoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry law",1,1,1 ], "a law prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry martini",1,1,1 ], "a cocktail of between four and ten parts gin to one part dry vermouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry measure",1,1,1 ], "a unit or a system of units for measuring dry goods, such as fruit, grains," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry measure",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry nurse" ,1, 1, 1],"a nurse who cares for a child without suckling it",1). c_DEF([ "dry nurse" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "dry nurse" ,1, 2, 2],"to care for (a baby or young child) without suckling",1). c_DEF([ "dry out",1,1,1 ], "to make or become dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry out",1,1,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo treatment for alcoholism or drug addiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry point",1,1,1 ], "a technique of intaglio engraving with a hard steel needle, without acid, on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry point",1,1,1 ], "copper plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry point",1,1,2 ], "the sharp steel needle used in this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry point",1,1,3 ], "an engraving or print produced by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry rot",1,1,1 ], "crumbling and drying of timber, bulbs, potatoes, or fruit, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry rot",1,1,1 ], "saprophytic basidiomycetous fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry rot",1,1,2 ], "any fungus causing this decay, esp| of the genus Merulius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry rot",1,1,3 ], "corrupt practices, esp| when previously unsuspected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry run",1,1,1 ], "practice in weapon firing without live ammunition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry run",1,1,2 ], "a trial or practice, esp| in simulated conditions; rehearsal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry steam",1,1,1 ], "steam that does not contain droplets of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry up",1,1,1 ], "to become barren or unproductive; fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry up",1,1,2 ], "to dry (dishes, cutlery, etc|) with a tea towel after they have been washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry up",1,2,1 ], "to stop talking or speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,1 ], "lacking moisture; not damp or wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,10 ], "consisting of solid as opposed to liquid substances or commodities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,11 ], "without adornment; plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,12 ], "lacking interest or stimulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,13 ], "lacking warmth or emotion; cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,14 ], "(of wit or humour) shrewd and keen in an impersonal, sarcastic, or laconic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,14 ], "way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,15 ], "opposed to or prohibiting the sale of alcoholic liquor for human consumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,2 ], "having little or no rainfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,3 ], "not in or under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,4 ], "having the water drained away or evaporated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,5 ], "not providing milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,6 ], "(of the eyes) free from tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,6,1 ], "in need of a drink; thirsty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,6,2 ], "causing thirst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,7 ], "eaten without butter, jam, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,8 ], "(of a wine, cider, etc|) not sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,1,9 ], "not accompanied by or producing a mucous or watery discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,2,1 ], "to make or become dry or free from moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,3,1 ], "to preserve (meat, vegetables, fruit, etc|) by removing the moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,4,1 ], " the dry season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,4,2 ], "an informal word for ,prohibitionist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,7,1 ], "dry dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,8,1 ], "a basin-like structure that is large enough to admit a ship and that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,8,1 ], "pumped dry for work on the ship's bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry",1,9,1 ], "to put (a ship) into a dry dock, or (of a ship) to go into a dry dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry-blowing",1,1,1 ], "the use of the wind for separating gold from ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry-blowing",1,1,2 ], "any tedious activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry-bone ore",1,1,1 ], "a mining term for smithsonite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry-bulb thermometer",1,1,1 ], "an ordinary thermometer used alongside a wet-bulb thermometer to obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry-bulb thermometer",1,1,1 ], "relative humidity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry-clean",1,1,1 ], "to clean (clothing, fabrics, etc|) with a solvent other than water, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry-clean",1,1,1 ], "trichloroethylene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dry-salt",1,1,1 ], "to preserve (food) by salting and removing moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dry-stone",1,1,1 ], "(of a wall) made without mortar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dryad",1,1,1 ], "a nymph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 10],"consisting of solid as opposed to liquid substances or commodities",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 11],"without adornment; plain",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 12],"lacking interest or stimulation",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 13],"lacking warmth or emotion; cold",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 14],"(of wit or humour) shrewd and keen in an impersonal, sarcastic, or laconic",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 14],"way",2). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 15],"opposed to or prohibiting the sale of alcoholic liquor for human consumption",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 1],"lacking moisture; not damp or wet",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 2],"having little or no rainfall",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 3],"not in or under water",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 4],"having the water drained away or evaporated",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 5],"not providing milk",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"in need of a drink; thirsty",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"causing thirst",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 6],"(of the eyes) free from tears",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 7],"eaten without butter, jam, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 8],"(of a wine, cider, etc|) not sweet",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 1, 9],"not accompanied by or producing a mucous or watery discharge",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 2, 1],"to make or become dry or free from moisture",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 3, 1],"to preserve (meat, vegetables, fruit, etc|) by removing the moisture",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 4, 1],"the dry| Austral| informal| the dry season",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 4, 2],"an informal word for ,prohibitionist",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 7, 1],"dry dock",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 8, 1],"a basin-like structure that is large enough to admit a ship and that can be",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 8, 1],"pumped dry for work on the ship's bottom",2). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 9, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "dryer" ,1, 9, 2],"to put (a ship) into a dry dock, or (of a ship) to go into a dry dock",1). c_DEF([ "dryer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that dries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dryer",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for removing moisture by forced draught, heating, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dryer",1,1,2 ], "centrifuging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dryer",1,1,3 ], "any of certain chemicals added to oils such as linseed oil to accelerate their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dryer",1,1,3 ], "drying when used as bases in paints, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dryer",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of drier'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drying oil",1,1,1 ], "by oxidation on exposure to air: used as a base for some paints and varnishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "drying oil",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of animal or vegetable oils, such as linseed oil, that harden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dryly",1,1,1 ], "in a dry manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dryopithecine",1,1,1 ], "Pliocene times: thought to be the ancestors of modern apes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dryopithecine",1,1,1 ], "any extinct Old World ape of the genus Dryopithecus, common in Miocene and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drysalter",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in certain chemical products, such as dyestuffs and gums, and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "drysalter",1,1,1 ], "dried, tinned, or salted foods and edible oils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dr|",1,1,1 ], "debit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dr|",1,1,2 ], "debtor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dr|",1,1,3 ], "drachma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dr|",1,1,4 ], "drawer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dtente",1,1,1 ], "the relaxing or easing of tension, esp| between nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duad",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dual carriageway",1,1,1 ], "a road on which traffic travelling in opposite directions is separated by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dual carriageway",1,1,1 ], "central strip of turf, etc| U|S| name: divided highway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dual",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dual",1,1,2 ], "twofold; double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dual",1,1,3 ], "(in the grammar of Old English, Ancient Greek, and certain other languages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dual",1,1,3 ], "denoting a form of a word indicating that exactly two referents are being referred to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dual",1,2,1,1 ], "the dual number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dual",1,2,1,2 ], "a dual form of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dual-purpose",1,1,1 ], "having or serving two functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dualism",1,1,1 ], "the state of being twofold or double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dualism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine, as opposed to idealism and materialism, that reality consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dualism",1,1,2 ], "two basic principles, usually taken to be mind and matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dualism",1,1,2,1 ], "conflicting powers, one good and one evil, both existing as equally ultimate first causes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dualism",1,1,2,1 ], "the theory that the universe has been ruled from its origins by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dualism",1,1,2,2 ], "Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dualism",1,1,2,2 ], "the theory that there are two personalities, one human and one divine, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being two or in two parts; dichotomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duality",1,1,2 ], "radiation and characterized by the fact that some properties are best explained by a wave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duality",1,1,2 ], "the property or phenomenon associated with matter and electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duality",1,1,2 ], "theory and others by a corpuscular theory" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "duality",1,1,3 ], "and theorems in projective geometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duality",1,1,3 ], "the interchangeability of the roles of the point and the plane in statements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub" ,3, 1, 1],"a clumsy or awkward person or player",1). c_DEF([ "dub" ,3, 2, 1],"to bungle (a shot, etc|), as in golf",1). c_DEF([ "dub",1,1,1 ], "to invest (a person) with knighthood by the ritual of tapping on the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",1,1,1 ], "with a sword" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dub",1,2,1 ], "to invest with a title, name, or nickname" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",1,3,1 ], "to dress (leather) by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",1,3,2 ], "to dress (a fly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",1,4,1 ], "the sound of a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",2,1,1 ], "to alter the soundtrack of (an old recording, film, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",2,2,1 ], "different language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dub",2,2,1 ], "to substitute for the soundtrack of (a film) a new soundtrack, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",2,3,1 ], "to provide (a film or tape) with a soundtrack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",2,4,1 ], "the new sounds added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dub",4,1,1 ], "dialect| a pool of water; puddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubbin",1,1,1 ], "a greasy mixture of tallow and oil applied to leather to soften it and make it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubbin",1,1,1 ], "waterproof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dubbing",1,1,1 ], "the replacement of a soundtrack in one language by one in another language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubbing",1,1,2 ], "the combination of several soundtracks into a single track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubbing",1,1,3 ], "the addition of a soundtrack to a film or broadcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubbing",2,1,1 ], "the dressing for an artificial fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubbing",2,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of dubbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubiety",1,1,1 ], "the state of being doubtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubiety",1,1,2 ], "a doubtful matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubious",1,1,1 ], "marked by or causing doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubious",1,1,2 ], "unsettled in mind; uncertain; doubtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubious",1,1,3 ], "of doubtful quality; untrustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubious",1,1,4 ], "not certain in outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubitable",1,1,1 ], "open to doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubitation",1,1,1 ], "another word for doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubonnet",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dubonnet",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a duke or duchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducat",1,1,1 ], "any of various former European gold or silver coins, esp| those used in Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducat",1,1,1 ], "or the Netherlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ducat",1,1,2 ], "any coin or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duce",1,1,1 ], "leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duchess",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a duke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duchess",1,1,2 ], "a woman who holds the rank of duke in her own right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duchy",1,1,1 ], "the territory of a duke or duchess; dukedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck hawk",1,1,1 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duck hawk",1,1,1 ], "a variety of peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus anatum, occurring in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck soup",1,1,1 ], "something that is easy to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,1 ], "any of various small aquatic birds of the family Anatidae, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,1 ], "short legs, webbed feet, and a broad blunt bill: order Anseriformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,2 ], "the flesh of this bird, used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,3 ], "the female of such a bird, as opposed to the male (drake)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,4 ], "any other bird of the family Anatidae, including geese, and swans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,5 ], "dear or darling: used as a term of endearment or of general address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,6 ], "a person, esp| one regarded as odd or endearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,7 ], "a score of nothing by a batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,8 ], "like water off a duck's back| Informal| without effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,9 ], "attracted to something very quickly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duck",1,1,9 ], "take to something like a duck to water| Informal| to become adept at or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,1,1 ], "observation or evade a blow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,1,1 ], "to move (the head or body) quickly downwards or away, esp| so as to escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,1,2 ], "to submerge or plunge suddenly and often briefly under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,1,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,1,4 ], "to dodge or escape (a person, duty, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,2,1 ], "to play a low card when possessing a higher one rather than trying to win a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,2,1 ], "trick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duck",2,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of ducking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",3,1,1 ], "a heavy cotton fabric of plain weave, used for clothing, tents, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck",4,1,1 ], "an amphibious vehicle used in World War II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck's arse",1,1,1 ], "a type of haircut in which the hair is trimmed and swept back to resemble a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck's arse",1,1,1 ], "duck's tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duck-billed platypus",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to duckbill, platypus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "duck-billed platypus",1,1,1 ], "an amphibious egg-laying mammal, Ornithorhynchus anatinus, of E Australia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck-billed platypus",1,1,1 ], "having dense fur, a broad bill and tail, and webbed feet: family Ornithorhynchidae|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duck-egg blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a pale greenish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duck-egg blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duckboard",1,1,1 ], "a board or boards laid so as to form a floor or path over wet or muddy ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducking stool",1,1,1 ], "a chair or stool used for the punishment of offenders by plunging them into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducking stool",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duckling",1,1,1 ], "a young duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducks and drakes",1,1,1 ], "a game in which a flat stone is bounced across the surface of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducks and drakes",1,1,2 ], "make ducks and drakes of or play ducks and drakes with| Informal| to use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducks and drakes",1,1,2 ], "recklessly; squander or waste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ducks",1,1,1 ], "clothing made of duck, esp| white trousers for sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duckweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various small stemless aquatic plants of the family Lemnaceae, esp| any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duckweed",1,1,1 ], "of the genus Lemna, that have rounded leaves and occur floating on still water in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duckweed",1,1,1 ], "temperate regions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ducky",1,1,1 ], "darling or dear: used as a term of endearment among women, but now often used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ducky",1,1,1 ], "in imitation of the supposed usage of homosexual men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ducky",1,2,1 ], "delightful; fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,1 ], "a tube, pipe, or canal by means of which a substance, esp| a fluid or gas, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,1 ], "conveyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,2 ], "any bodily passage, esp| one conveying secretions or excretions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,3 ], "a narrow tubular cavity in plants, often containing resin or some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,3 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,4 ], "a channel or pipe carrying electric cable or wires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,5 ], "a passage through which air can flow, as in air conditioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duct",1,1,6 ], "the ink reservoir in a printing press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ductile",1,1,1 ], "(of a metal, such as gold or copper) able to sustain large deformations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ductile",1,1,1 ], "without fracture and able to be hammered into sheets or drawn out into wires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ductile",1,1,2 ], "able to be moulded; pliant; plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ductile",1,1,3 ], "easily led or influenced; tractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dud",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that proves ineffectual or a failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dud",1,1,2 ], "a shell, etc|, that fails to explode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dud",1,1,3 ], "clothes or other personal belongings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dud",1,2,1 ], "failing in its purpose or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dude ranch",1,1,1 ], "a ranch used as a holiday resort offering activities such as riding and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dude ranch",1,1,1 ], "camping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dude",1,1,1 ], "a city dweller, esp| one holidaying on a ranch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dude",1,1,2 ], "a dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dude",1,1,3 ], "any person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dudeen",1,1,1 ], "a clay pipe with a short stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dudgeon",1,1,1 ], "anger or resentment (archaic, except in the phrase in high dudgeon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dudgeon",2,1,1 ], "a wood used in making the handles of knives, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dudgeon",2,1,2 ], "a dagger, knife, etc|, with a dudgeon hilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due bill",1,1,1 ], "a document acknowledging indebtedness, exchangeable for goods or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due process of law",1,1,1 ], "principles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "due process of law",1,1,1 ], "the administration of justice in accordance with established rules and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,1,1 ], "immediately payable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,2,1 ], "owed as a debt, irrespective of any date for payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,2,2 ], "requisite; fitting; proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,2,3 ], "adequate or sufficient; enough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,3,1 ], "expected or appointed to be present or arrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,3,2 ], "due to| attributable to or caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,4,1 ], "something that is owed, required, or due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,4,2 ], "give his due| to give or allow what is deserved or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "due",1,5,1 ], "directly or exactly; straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duel" ,1, 1, 1],"a prearranged combat with deadly weapons between two people following a formal",1). c_DEF([ "duel" ,1, 1, 1],"or killed, usually to settle a quarrel involving a point of honour",3). c_DEF([ "duel" ,1, 1, 1],"procedure in the presence of seconds and traditionally fought until one party was wounded",2). c_DEF([ "duel" ,1, 1, 2],"a contest or conflict between two persons or parties",1). c_DEF([ "duel" ,1, 2, 1],"els, duelling, duelled or U|S| duels, dueling, dueled",1). c_DEF([ "duel" ,1, 3, 1],"to fight in a duel",1). c_DEF([ "duel" ,1, 3, 2],"to contest closely",1). c_DEF([ "duello",1,1,1 ], "the art of duelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duello",1,1,2 ], "the code of rules for duelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duenna",1,1,1 ], "(in Spain and Portugal, etc|) an elderly woman retained by a family to act as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duenna",1,1,1 ], "governess and chaperon to young girls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dues",1,1,1 ], "charges, as for membership of a club or organization fees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duet",1,1,1 ], "a musical composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duet",1,1,1 ], "for two performers or voices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duet",1,1,2 ], "a pair of closely connected individuals; duo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff up",1,1,1 ], "to beat or thrash (a person) severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff",1,1,1 ], "a thick flour pudding, often flavoured with currants, citron, etc|, and boiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff",1,1,1 ], "in a cloth bag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duff",1,1,2 ], "up the duff| Slang, chiefly Austral| pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff",2,1,1 ], "goods); fake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duff",2,1,1 ], "to change the appearance of or give a false appearance to (old or stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff",2,1,2 ], "to steal (cattle), altering the brand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff",2,1,3 ], "to bungle a shot by hitting the ground behind the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff",2,2,1 ], "bad or useless, as by not operating correctly; dud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duff",3,1,1 ], "the rump or buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffel bag",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical drawstring canvas bag, originally used esp| by sailors for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffel bag",1,1,1 ], "carrying personal articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duffel coat",1,1,1 ], "a knee-length or short wool coat, usually with a hood and fastened with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffel coat",1,1,1 ], "toggles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duffel",1,1,1 ], "a heavy woollen cloth with a thick nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffel",1,1,2 ], "equipment or supplies, esp| those of a camper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffer",1,1,1 ], "a dull or incompetent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffer",1,1,2 ], "something worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffer",1,1,3 ], "a peddler or hawker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffer",1,1,3,1 ], "a mine that proves unproductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duffer",1,1,3,2 ], "a person who steals cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dug",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of dig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dug",2,1,1 ], "the nipple, teat, udder, or breast of a female mammal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dug",2,1,2 ], "a human breast, esp| when old and withered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dugong",1,1,1 ], "a whalelike sirenian mammal, Dugong dugon, occurring in shallow tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dugong",1,1,1 ], "waters from E Africa to Australia: family Dugongidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dugout",1,1,1 ], "a canoe, made by hollowing out a log" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dugout",1,1,2 ], "a covered excavation dug to provide shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dugout",1,1,3 ], "a retired officer, former civil servant, etc|, recalled to employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dugout",1,1,4 ], "the place where players wait when not on the field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duiker",1,1,1 ], "any small antelope of the genera Cephalophus and Sylvicapra, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duiker",1,1,1 ], "pointed hooves, and an arched back" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "duiker",1,1,1 ], "throughout Africa south of the Sahara, having short straight backward-pointing horns," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duiker",1,1,2 ], "africanus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duiker",1,1,2 ], "any of several cormorants, esp| the long-tailed shag (Phalacrocorax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duka",1,1,1 ], "a shop; store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duke",1,1,1 ], "a nobleman of high rank: in the British Isles standing above the other grades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duke",1,1,1 ], "of the nobility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duke",1,1,2 ], "the prince or ruler of a small principality or duchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dukedom",1,1,1 ], "another name for a duchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dukedom",1,1,2 ], "the title, rank, or position of a duke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dukes",1,1,1 ], "the fists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulcet",1,1,1 ], "(of a sound)soothing or pleasant; sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulciana",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-toned organ stop, controlling metal pipes of narrow scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulcify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulcify",1,1,2 ], "to make pleasant or agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulcify",1,1,3 ], "a rare word for sweeten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulcimer",1,1,1 ], "a tuned percussion instrument consisting of a set of strings of graduated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulcimer",1,1,1 ], "length stretched over a sounding board and struck with a pair of hammers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dulcimer",1,1,2 ], "an instrument used in U|S| folk music, consisting of an elliptical body, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulcimer",1,1,2 ], "fretted fingerboard, and usually three strings plucked with a goose quill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dulcinea",1,1,1 ], "a man's sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulia",1,1,1 ], "as contrasted with hyperdulia and latria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dulia",1,1,1 ], "the veneration accorded to saints in the Roman Catholic and Eastern Churches," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,1 ], "slow to think or understand; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,10 ], "not loud or clear; muffled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,2 ], "lacking in interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,3 ], "lacking in perception or the ability to respond; insensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,4 ], "lacking sharpness; blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,5 ], "not acute, intense, or piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,6 ], "(of weather) not bright or clear; cloudy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,7 ], "not active, busy, or brisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,8 ], "lacking in spirit or animation; listless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,1,9 ], "(of colour) lacking brilliance or brightness; sombre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dull",1,2,1 ], "to make or become dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dullard",1,1,1 ], "a dull or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dullsville",1,1,1 ], "a thing, place, or activity that is boring or dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dullsville",1,1,2 ], "the state of being bored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulosis",1,1,1 ], "a practice of some ants, in which one species forces members of a different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulosis",1,1,1 ], "species to do the work of the colony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dulse",1,1,1 ], "any of several seaweeds, esp| Rhodymenia palmata, that occur on rocks and have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dulse",1,1,1 ], "large red edible fronds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duly",1,1,1 ], "in a proper or fitting manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duly",1,1,2 ], "at the proper time; punctually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duma" ,1, 1, 1],"Russian| n| Russian history",1). c_DEF([ "duma" ,1, 1, 2],"(usually cap|) the elective legislative assembly established by Tsar Nicholas",1). c_DEF([ "duma" ,1, 1, 2],"II in 1905: overthrown by the Bolsheviks in 1917",2). c_DEF([ "duma" ,1, 1, 3],"(before 1917) any official assembly or council",1). c_DEF([ "dumb ague",1,1,1 ], "an irregular form of malarial fever (ague) lacking the typically symptomatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb ague",1,1,1 ], "chill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dumb show",1,1,1 ], "a part of a play acted in pantomime, popular in early English drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb show",1,1,2 ], "meaningful gestures; mime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,1 ], "because of hereditary deafness; mute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,1 ], "lacking the power to speak, either because of defects in the vocal organs or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,2 ], "lacking the power of human speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,3 ], "temporarily lacking or bereft of the power to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,4 ], "refraining from speech; uncommunicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,5 ], "producing no sound; silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,6 ], "made, done, or performed without speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,6,1 ], "slow to understand; dim-witted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb",1,1,6,2 ], "foolish; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb-cane",1,1,1 ], "an aroid plant, Dieffenbachia seguine, that occurs in the West Indies and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumb-cane",1,1,1 ], "induces speechlessness in anyone who chews the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dumbbell",1,1,1 ], "an exercising weight consisting of a single bar with a heavy ball or disc at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumbbell",1,1,1 ], "either end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dumbbell",1,1,2 ], "a fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumbfound",1,1,1 ], "to strike dumb with astonishment amaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumbstruck",1,1,1 ], "temporarily deprived of speech through shock or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumbwaiter",1,1,1,1 ], "a stand placed near a dining table to hold food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumbwaiter",1,1,1,2 ], "Susan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dumbwaiter",1,1,1,2 ], "a revolving circular tray placed on a table to hold food| U|S| name: lazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumbwaiter",1,1,2 ], "a lift for carrying food, rubbish, etc|, between floors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumdum",1,1,1 ], "a soft-nosed or hollow-nosed small-arms bullet that expands on impact and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumdum",1,1,1 ], "inflicts extensive laceration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dummy variable",1,1,1 ], "a variable or constant appearing in a mathematical expression that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dummy variable",1,1,1 ], "affecting the value of the whole" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dummy variable",1,1,1 ], "replaced by any arbitrary variable or constant, not occurring in the expression, without" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a copy or imitation of an object, often lacking some essential feature of the",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"original",2). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 1],"a figure representing the human form, used for displaying clothes, in a",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 1],"ventriloquist's act, as a target, etc",2). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 2],"a stupid person; fool",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 3],"a person without the power of speech; mute",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a person who appears to act for himself while acting on behalf of another",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 4],"a person who says or does nothing",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"a prototype of a proposed book, indicating the general appearance and",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"declarer",2). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"dimensions of the finished product",2). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"the hand exposed on the table by the declarer's partner and played by the",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"a designer's layout of a page indicating the positions for illustrations,",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"the declarer's partner",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 5],"a blank round",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 6],"a feigned pass or move in a sport such as football or rugby",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 7],"a rubber teat for babies to suck or bite on| U|S| equivalent: pacifier",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 8],"counterfeit; sham",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 1, 9],"(of a card game) played with one hand exposed or unplayed",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 2, 1],"to prepare a dummy of a proposed book, page, etc",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 2, 2],"Also: sell (someone) a dummy| Sport",1). c_DEF([ "dummy" ,1, 2, 3],"to use a dummy pass in order to trick an opponent",1). c_DEF([ "dumortierite",1,1,1 ], "a hard fibrous blue or green mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumortierite",1,1,1 ], "borosilicate| Formula: Al8BSi3O19(OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dump truck",1,1,1 ], "another name for tipper truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,1,1 ], "to drop, fall, or let fall heavily or in a mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,2,1 ], "to empty (objects or material) out of a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,2,2 ], "to unload, empty, or make empty (a container), as by tilting or overturning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,3,1 ], "to dispose of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,3,1,1 ], "to market (goods) in bulk and at low prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,3,1,2 ], "foreign markets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,3,1,2 ], "in order to maintain a high price in the home market and obtain a share of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,3,1,2 ], "to offer for sale large quantities of (goods) on foreign markets at low prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,4,1 ], "to store (supplies, arms, etc|) temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,5,1 ], "(of a wave) to hurl a swimmer or surfer down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,6,1 ], "to compact (bales of wool) by hydraulic pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,7,1 ], "such as magnetic tape, at a series of points during a computer run" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,7,1 ], "to record (the contents of part or all of the memory) on a storage device," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,8,1,1 ], "a place or area where waste materials are dumped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,8,1,2 ], "rubbish dump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,8,2 ], "a pile or accumulation of rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,8,3 ], "the act of dumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,8,4 ], "a dirty or unkempt place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",1,8,5 ], "a place where weapons, supplies, etc|, are stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dump",2,1,1 ], "a mournful song; lament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumpling",1,1,1 ], "a small ball of dough cooked and served with stew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumpling",1,1,2 ], "a pudding consisting of a ball of dough filled with fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumpling",1,1,3 ], "a short plump person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumps",1,1,1 ], "a state of melancholy or depression (esp| in the phrase down in the dumps)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumpy level",1,1,1 ], "a levelling instrument consisting of a horizontal telescope with various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumpy level",1,1,1 ], "rotational arrangements and a spirit level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dumpy",1,1,1 ], "dumpier, dumpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumpy",1,1,2 ], "short and plump; squat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dumpy",2,1,1 ], "in low spirits; depressed; morose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dun fly",1,1,1 ], "a drab-coloured artificial fly intended to simulate the larva of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dun fly",1,1,1 ], "insects, esp| the mayfly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dun" ,2, 1, 1],"a brownish-grey colour",1). c_DEF([ "dun" ,2, 1, 2],"a horse of this colour",1). c_DEF([ "dun" ,2, 1, 3],"an immature adult mayfly, esp| one of the genus Ephemera",1). c_DEF([ "dun",1,1,1 ], "to press or importune (a debtor) for the payment of a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dun",1,2,1 ], "a person, esp| a hired agent, who importunes another for the payment of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dun",1,2,1 ], "debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dun",1,2,2 ], "a demand for payment, esp| one in writing| 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunce cap",1,1,1 ], "a conical paper hat, formerly placed on the head of a dull child at school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunce",1,1,1 ], "a person who is stupid or slow to learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunderhead",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or slow-witted person; dunce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dune",1,1,1 ], "a mound or ridge of drifted sand, occurring on the sea coast and in deserts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dung beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of the various beetles of the family Scarabaeidae and related families" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dung beetle",1,1,1 ], "that feed on or breed in dung" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dung",1,1,1,1 ], "excrement, esp| of animals; manure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dung",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dung",1,1,2 ], "something filthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dung",1,2,1 ], "to cover (ground) with manure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dungaree",1,1,1 ], "a coarse cotton fabric used chiefly for work clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dungaree",1,1,1,1 ], "a suit of workman's overalls made of this material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dungaree",1,1,1,2 ], "a child's playsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dungaree",1,1,2 ], "trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dungas",1,1,1 ], "short for dungarees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dungeon",1,1,1 ], "a close prison cell, often underground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dungeon",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of donjon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunghill",1,1,1 ], "a heap of dung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunghill",1,1,2 ], "a foul place, condition, or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunite",1,1,1 ], "an ultrabasic igneous rock consisting mainly of olivine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duniwassal",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a minor nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunk",1,1,1 ], "to dip (bread, etc|) in tea, soup, etc|, before eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunk",1,1,2 ], "to submerge or be submerged in liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunlin",1,1,1 ], "a small sandpiper, Calidris (or Erolia)alpina, of northern and arctic regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunlin",1,1,1 ], "having a brown back and black breast in summer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dunnage",1,1,1 ], "loose material used for packing cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunnakin",1,1,1 ], "a lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunnite",1,1,1 ], "an explosive containing ammonium picrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunno",1,1,1 ], "contraction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunno",1,1,2 ], "do not know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunnock",1,1,1 ], "another name for hedge sparrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunny",1,1,1 ], "a cellar or basement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunny",1,1,2 ], "another word for dunnakin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunny",1,1,2,1 ], "a lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunny",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunt",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunt",1,2,1 ], "a blow; thump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunt",1,2,2 ], "the injury caused by such a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dunt",1,3,1 ], "to strike or hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duo",1,1,1,1 ], "a pair of performers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duo",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for duet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duo",1,1,2 ], "a pair of actors, entertainers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duo",1,1,3 ], "a pair of closely connected individuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodecimal",1,1,1 ], "relating to twelve or twelfths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodecimal",1,2,1 ], "a twelfth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodecimal",1,2,2 ], "one of the numbers used in a duodecimal number system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodecimo",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper into twelve leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodecimo",1,1,2 ], "Often written: 12mo, 12 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodecimo",1,1,3 ], "a book of this size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodenary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the number 12; duodecimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodenitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the duodenum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duodenum",1,1,1 ], "the first part of the small intestine, between the stomach and the jejunum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duologue" ,1, 1, 1],"a part or all of a play in which the speaking roles are limited to two actors",1). c_DEF([ "duologue" ,1, 1, 2],"a less common word for ,dialogue",1). c_DEF([ "duomo",1,1,1 ], "a cathedral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duotone",1,1,1 ], "a process for producing halftone illustrations using two shades of a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duotone",1,1,1 ], "colour or black and a colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duotone",1,1,2 ], "a picture produced by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dup",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic or Brit| dialect| to open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dupatta",1,1,1 ], "a scarf worn in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dupe",1,1,1 ], "a person who is easily deceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dupe",1,1,2 ], "a person who unwittingly serves as the tool of another person or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dupe",1,2,1 ], "to deceive, esp| by trickery; make a dupe or tool of; cheat; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dupion" ,1, 1, 1],"a silk fabric made from the threads of double cocoons",1). c_DEF([ "duple time",1,1,1 ], "musical time with two beats in each bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duple",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duple",1,1,2 ], "(of time or music) having two beats in a bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplet",1,1,1 ], "a pair of electrons shared between two atoms in a covalent bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplet",1,1,2 ], "a group of two notes played in the time of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplex apartment",1,1,1 ], "an apartment on two floors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplex house",1,1,1 ], "a house divided into two separate dwellings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplex",1,1,1 ], "a duplex apartment or house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplex",1,2,1 ], "having two parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplex",1,2,2 ], "having pairs of components of independent but identical function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplex",1,2,3 ], "permitting the transmission of simultaneous signals in both directions in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplex",1,2,3 ], "radio or telecommunications channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate bridge",1,1,1 ], "a form of contract bridge in which a team of four players in two pairs plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate bridge",1,1,1 ], "identical hands at two separate tables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,1,1 ], "copied exactly from an original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,1,2 ], "identical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,1,3 ], "existing as a pair or in pairs; twofold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,2,1 ], "an exact copy; double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,2,2 ], "something additional or supplementary of the same kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,2,3 ], "two exact copies (esp| in the phrase in duplicate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,4,1 ], "to make a replica of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,5,1 ], "to do or make again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,6,1 ], "to make in a pair; make double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicate",1,7,1 ], "to reproduce by dividing into two identical parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplication",1,1,1 ], "the act of duplicating or the state of being duplicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplication",1,1,2 ], "a copy; duplicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicator",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for making replicas of an original, such as a machine using a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duplicator",1,1,1 ], "stencil wrapped on an ink-loaded drum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duplicity",1,1,1 ], "deception; double-dealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dupondius",1,1,1 ], "a brass coin of ancient Rome worth half a sesterce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duppy",1,1,1 ], "a spirit or ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dup|",1,1,1 ], "duplicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dura mater",1,1,1 ], "brain and spinal cord| Often shortened to dura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dura mater",1,1,1 ], "the outermost and toughest of the three membranes (see meninges) covering the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durable goods",1,1,1 ], "goods, such as most producer goods and some consumer goods, that require" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durable goods",1,1,1 ], "infrequent replacement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "durable press",1,1,1,1 ], "another term for permanent press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durable press",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durable",1,1,1 ], "long-lasting; enduring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duramen",1,1,1 ], "another name for heartwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durance",1,1,1 ], "imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durance",1,1,2 ], "duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duration",1,1,1 ], "the length of time that something lasts, or continues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durative",1,1,1 ], "denoting an aspect of verbs that includes the imperfective and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durative",1,1,1 ], "progressive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "durative",1,2,1,1 ], "the durative aspect of a verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durative",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durbar",1,1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the court of a native ruler or a governor in India and British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durbar",1,1,1,1 ], "Colonial West Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "durbar",1,1,1,2 ], "a levee at such a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duress",1,1,1 ], "compulsion by use of force or threat; constraint; coercion (often in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duress",1,1,1 ], "phrase under duress)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duress",1,1,2 ], "the illegal exercise of coercion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duress",1,1,3 ], "confinement; imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durgah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of dargah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durian",1,1,1 ], "a SE Asian bombacaceous tree, Durio zibethinus, having edible oval fruits with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durian",1,1,1 ], "a hard spiny rind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "durian",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which has an offensive smell but a pleasant taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "during",1,1,1 ], "concurrently with (some other activity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "during",1,1,2 ], "within the limit of (a period of time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durmast",1,1,1 ], "a large Eurasian oak tree, Quercus petraea, with lobed leaves and sessile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durmast",1,1,1 ], "acorns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "durmast",1,1,2 ], "the heavy elastic wood of this tree, used in building and cabinetwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duro",1,1,1 ], "the silver peso of Spain or Spanish America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durra" ,1, 1, 1],"doura, or dourah n",1). c_DEF([ "durra" ,1, 1, 2],"an Old World variety of sorghum, Sorghum vulgare durra, with erect hairy",1). c_DEF([ "durra" ,1, 1, 2],"corn, Indian millet",3). c_DEF([ "durra" ,1, 1, 2],"flower spikes and round seeds: cultivated for grain and fodder|Also called: Guinea",2). c_DEF([ "durst",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of dare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durum",1,1,1 ], "a variety of wheat, Triticum durum, with a high gluten content, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "durum",1,1,1 ], "mainly in the Mediterranean region, and used chiefly to make pastas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "durzi",1,1,1 ], "an Indian tailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusk",1,1,1 ], "twilight or the darker part of twilight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusk",1,1,2 ], "gloom; shade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusk",1,2,1 ], "shady; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusk",1,3,1 ], "to make or become dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusky",1,1,1 ], "duskier, duskiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusky",1,1,2 ], "dark in colour; swarthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusky",1,1,3 ], "dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust bowl",1,1,1 ], "a semiarid area in which the surface soil is exposed to wind erosion and dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust bowl",1,1,1 ], "storms occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dust coat",1,1,1 ], "a loose lightweight coat worn for early open motor-car riding| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust coat",1,1,1 ], "duster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dust cover",1,1,1 ], "another name for a dustsheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust cover",1,1,2 ], "another name for dust jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust cover",1,1,3 ], "a perspex cover for a gramophone turntable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust devil",1,1,1 ], "a strong miniature whirlwind that whips up dust, litter, leaves, etc|, into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust devil",1,1,1 ], "the air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dust down",1,1,1 ], "to remove dust from by brushing or wiping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust down",1,1,2 ], "to reprimand severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust jacket",1,1,1 ], "a removable paper cover used to protect a bound book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust shot",1,1,1 ], "the smallest size of shot for a shotgun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust storm",1,1,1 ], "a windstorm that whips up clouds of dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,1 ], "dry fine powdery material, such as particles of dirt, earth or pollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,10 ], "bite the dust| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,10,1 ], "to suffer complete defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,10,2 ], "to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,11 ], "dust and ashes| something that is very disappointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,12 ], "lick the dust| Informal| to be forced to be humble; grovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,13 ], "shake the dust off one's feet| to depart angrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,14 ], "throw dust in the eyes of| to confuse or mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,2 ], "a cloud of such fine particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,3 ], "decay, or disintegration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,3 ], "the powdery particles to which something is thought to be reduced by death," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,3,1 ], "the mortal body of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,3,2 ], "the corpse of a dead person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,4 ], "the earth; ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,5 ], "a disturbance; fuss (esp| in the phrases kick up a dust, raise a dust)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,6 ], "something of little or no worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,7 ], "(in mining parlance) silicosis or any similar respiratory disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,8 ], "short for gold dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,1,9 ], "ashes or household refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,2,1 ], "to sprinkle or cover (something) with (dust or some other powdery substance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,2,2 ], "to remove dust by wiping, sweeping, or brushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust",1,2,3 ], "to make or become dirty with dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust-bath",1,1,1 ], "parasites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dust-bath",1,1,1 ], "the action of a bird of driving dust into its feathers, which may dislodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dust-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a quarrel, fight, or argument",1). c_DEF([ "dust-up" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "dust-up" ,1, 3, 1],"to attack or assault (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "dustbin",1,1,1 ], "a large, usually cylindrical container for rubbish, esp| one used by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dustbin",1,1,1 ], "household| U|S| names: garbage can, trash can" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dustcart",1,1,1 ], "a road vehicle for collecting domestic refuse| U|S| name: garbage truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duster coat",1,1,1 ], "a woman's loose summer coat with wide sleeves and no buttons, popular in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duster coat",1,1,1 ], "mid-20th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duster",1,1,1 ], "a cloth used for dusting furniture, etc| U|S| name: dust cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duster",1,1,2 ], "a machine for blowing out dust over trees or crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duster",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that dusts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusting-powder",1,1,1 ], "fine powder (such as talcum powder) used to absorb moisture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dustman",1,1,1 ], "a man whose job is to collect domestic refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dustpan",1,1,1 ], "a short-handled hooded shovel into which dust is swept from floors, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dustsheet",1,1,1 ], "a large cloth or sheet used for covering furniture to protect it from dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty miller",1,1,1 ], "a caryophyllaceous plant, Cerastium tomentosum, of SE Europe and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty miller",1,1,1 ], "white flowers and downy stems and leaves: cultivated as a rock plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dusty miller",1,1,2 ], "a plant, Artemisia stelleriana, of NE Asia and E North America, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty miller",1,1,2 ], "yellow flower heads and downy stems and leaves: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dusty miller",1,1,3 ], "any of various other downy plants, such as the rose campion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty",1,1,1 ], "dustier, dustiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty",1,1,2 ], "covered with or involving dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty",1,1,3 ], "like dust in appearance or colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty",1,1,4 ], "(of a colour) tinged with grey; pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dusty",1,1,5 ], "dull or unsatisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dutch",1,1,1 ], "wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duteous",1,1,1 ], "dutiful; obedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dutiable",1,1,1 ], "(of goods, etc|) liable to duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dutiful",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting or having a sense of duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dutiful",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or resulting from a sense of duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer (in the armed forces, police, etc|) on duty at a particular time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,1 ], "a task or action that a person is bound to perform for moral or legal reasons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,2 ], "respect or obedience due to a superior, older persons, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,3 ], "the force that binds one morally or legally to one's obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,4 ], "a government tax, esp| on imports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,4,1 ], "the quantity of work for which a machine is designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,4,2 ], "a measure of the efficiency of a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,5 ], "particular crop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,5 ], "the quantity of water necessary to irrigate an area of land to grow a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,6 ], "a job or service allocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,7 ], "do duty for| to act as a substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,8 ], "on duty| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty",1,1,9 ], "(or not at) work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty-bound",1,1,1 ], "morally obliged as a matter of duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty-free shop",1,1,1 ], "a shop, esp| one at a port or on board a ship, that sells perfume, tobacco," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duty-free shop",1,1,1 ], "etc|, at duty-free prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "duty-free",1,2,1 ], "with exemption from customs or excise duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duumvir",1,1,1 ], "one of two coequal magistrates or officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duumvir",1,1,2 ], "either of two men who exercise a joint authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duumvirate",1,1,1 ], "the office of or government by duumvirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duvet",1,1,1 ], "another name for continental quilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duvetyn",1,1,1 ], "a soft napped velvety fabric of cotton, silk, wool, or rayon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dux",1,1,1 ], "(in Scottish and certain other schools) the top pupil in a class or school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "duyker",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of duiker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dvandva",1,1,1 ], "a class of compound words consisting of two elements having a coordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dvandva",1,1,1 ], "relationship as if connected by and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dvandva",1,1,2 ], "a compound word of this type, such as Austro-Hungarian, tragicomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwale",1,1,1 ], "another name for deadly nightshade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf bean",1,1,1 ], "another name for French bean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf chestnut",1,1,1 ], "the edible nut of the chinquapin tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf chestnut",1,1,2 ], "another name for chinquapin ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf cornel",1,1,1 ], "Cornus suecica), having small purple flowers surrounded by petal-like bracts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf cornel",1,1,1 ], "an arctic and subarctic cornaceous plant, Chamaepericlymenum suecicum (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf mallow",1,1,1 ], "a European malvaceous plant, Malva neglecta (or M| rotundifolia), having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf mallow",1,1,1 ], "rounded leaves and small pinkish-white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf star",1,1,1 ], "Hertzsprung-Russell diagram and having a very high density and small diameter compared to the much" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf star",1,1,1 ], "K, and M)| Sometimes shortened to dwarf" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf star",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of faint stars lying in the main sequence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf star",1,1,1 ], "brighter class of stars, giant stars|Both types belong to the same spectral classes (G," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally undersized person, esp| one with a large head and short arms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,1,1 ], "legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant much below the average height for the species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,1,2 ], "(in folklore) a small ugly manlike creature, often possessing magical powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,1,3 ], "short for dwarf star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become small in size, importance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarf",1,3,1 ], "to stunt the growth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwarfism",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being a dwarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwell on",1,1,1 ], "to think, speak, or write at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwell",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwell",1,1,2 ], "to live as a permanent resident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwell",1,1,3 ], "to live (in a specified state)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwell",1,2,1 ], "a regular pause in the operation of a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwell",1,2,2 ], "a flat or constant-radius portion on a linear or rotary cam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwelling",1,1,1 ], "a place of residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwelt",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of dwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwindle",1,1,1 ], "shrink gradually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dwindle",1,1,1 ], "to grow or cause to grow less in size, intensity, or number; diminish or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dwt",1,1,1 ], "pennyweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyad",1,1,1 ], "a vector to produce either a scalar or vector product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyad",1,1,1 ], "an operator that is the unspecified product of two vectors| It can operate on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyad",1,1,2 ], "an atom or group that has a valency of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyadic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a dyad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyadic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or based on two; twofold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyadic",1,2,1 ], "the sum of two or more dyads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyarchy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of diarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dybbuk",1,1,1 ], "(in the folklore of the cabala) the soul of a dead sinner that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dybbuk",1,1,1 ], "transmigrated into the body of a living person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dye" ,1, 1, 1],"a staining or colouring substance, such as a natural or synthetic pigment",1). c_DEF([ "dye" ,1, 1, 2],"a liquid that contains a colouring material and can be used to stain fabrics,",1). c_DEF([ "dye" ,1, 1, 2],"skins, etc",2). c_DEF([ "dye" ,1, 1, 3],"the colour or shade produced by dyeing",1). c_DEF([ "dye" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to impart a colour or stain to (something, such as fabric or hair) by or",1). c_DEF([ "dye" ,1, 2, 1],"as if by the application of a dye",2). c_DEF([ "dyed-in-the-wool",1,1,1 ], "extreme or unchanging in attitude, opinion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyed-in-the-wool",1,1,2 ], "(of a fabric) made of dyed yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyeing",1,1,1 ], "the process or industry of colouring yarns, fabric, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyeline",1,1,1 ], "another word for diazo ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyer's rocket",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian resedaceous plant, Reseda luteola, with a spike of yellowish-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyer's rocket",1,1,1 ], "flowers and long narrow leaves: formerly cultivated as the source of a yellow dye, used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyer's rocket",1,1,1 ], "with woad to make Lincoln green" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dyer's-greenweed",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian papilionaceous shrub, Genista tinctoria, whose yellow flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyer's-greenweed",1,1,1 ], "yield a yellow dye, formerly mixed with woad to produce the colour Kendal green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyer's-weed",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants that yield a dye, such as woad, dyer's rocket, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyer's-weed",1,1,1 ], "dyer's-greenweed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyestuff",1,1,1 ], "a substance that can be used as a dye or from which a dye can be obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyewood",1,1,1 ], "any wood, such as brazil, from which dyes and pigments can be obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dying",1,1,1 ], "the present participle of die ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dying",1,2,1 ], "relating to or occurring at the moment of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,1 ], "an embankment constructed to prevent flooding or keep out the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,2 ], "a ditch or watercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,3 ], "a bank made of earth excavated for and placed alongside a ditch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,4 ], "a barrier or obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,5 ], "a wall-like mass of igneous rock intruded into cracks in older sedimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,5 ], "rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,5,1 ], "a lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",1,2,1 ], "to protect, enclose, or drain (land) with a dyke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyke",2,1,1 ], "a lesbian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynameter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for determining the magnifying power of telescopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamic psychology",1,1,1 ], "any method or system concerned with explaining motives and impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with energy or forces that produce motion, as opposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamic",1,1,1 ], "static" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dynamic",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with dynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamic",1,1,3 ], "characterized by force of personality, ambition, energy, new ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamic",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or indicating dynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamic",1,1,5 ], "(of a memory) needing its contents refreshed periodically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamics",1,1,1 ], "motions of bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dynamics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that change or produce the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamics",1,1,2 ], "the branch of mechanics that includes statics and kinetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamics",1,1,3 ], "the branch of any science concerned with forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamics",1,1,4 ], "those forces that produce change in any field or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamics",1,1,4,1 ], "the various degrees of loudness called for in performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamics",1,1,4,2 ], "dynamic marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamism",1,1,1 ], "any of several theories that attempt to explain phenomena in terms of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamism",1,1,1 ], "immanent force or energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dynamism",1,1,2 ], "the forcefulness of an energetic personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamite",1,1,1 ], "an explosive consisting of nitroglycerin or ammonium nitrate mixed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamite",1,1,1 ], "kieselguhr, sawdust, or wood pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dynamite",1,1,2 ], "a spectacular or potentially dangerous person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamite",1,2,1 ], "to mine or blow up with dynamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamo",1,1,1 ], "a device for converting mechanical energy into electrical energy, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamo",1,1,1 ], "that produces direct current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dynamo",1,1,2 ], "an energetic hard-working person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamoelectric",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with the interconversion of mechanical and electrical energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamometer",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of instruments for measuring power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamometry",1,1,1 ], "the science of power measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamometry",1,1,2 ], "the manufacture and use of dynamometers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamotor",1,1,1 ], "an electrical machine having a single magnetic field and two independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynamotor",1,1,1 ], "armature windings of which one acts as a motor and the other a generator: used to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dynamotor",1,1,1 ], "convert direct current from an accumulator into alternating current" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dynast",1,1,1 ], "a ruler, esp| a hereditary one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynasty",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of hereditary rulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynasty",1,1,2 ], "any sequence of powerful leaders of the same family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynatron oscillator",1,1,1 ], "an oscillator containing a tetrode in which the screen grid is more positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynatron oscillator",1,1,1 ], "than the anode, causing the anode current to decrease as its voltage increases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyne",1,1,1 ], "7|233 X 10-'5 poundal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dyne",1,1,1 ], "per second per second to a mass of 1 gram| 1 dyne is equivalent to 10-'5 newton or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyne",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of force; the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 centimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynode",1,1,1 ], "a greater number of electrons by secondary emission| They are used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dynode",1,1,1 ], "an electrode onto which a beam of electrons can fall, causing the emission of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dynode",1,1,1 ], "photomultipliers, etc|, to amplify the signal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dys-",1,1,1 ], "diseased, abnormal, or faulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dys-",1,1,2 ], "difficult or painful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dys-",1,1,3 ], "unfavourable or bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyscrasia",1,1,1 ], "any abnormal physiological condition, esp| of the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysentery",1,1,1 ], "diarrhoea with the passage of mucus and blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dysentery",1,1,1 ], "infection of the intestine with bacteria or amoebae, marked chiefly by severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysfunction",1,1,1 ], "any disturbance or abnormality in the function of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysgenic",1,1,1 ], "fitness and quality of a race or strain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dysgenic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or contributing to a degeneration or deterioration in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysgenic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to dysgenics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysgenics",1,1,1 ], "the human race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dysgenics",1,1,1 ], "the study of factors capable of reducing the quality of a race or strain, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysgraphia",1,1,1 ], "impaired ability to write, esp| as a result of a brain lesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyslexia",1,1,1 ], "impaired ability to read, due to a disorder of the brain| Nontechnical name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyslexia",1,1,1 ], "word blindness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyslogistic",1,1,1 ], "disapproving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysmenorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "abnormally difficult or painful menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyspepsia",1,1,1 ], "indigestion or upset stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyspeptic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or suffering from dyspepsia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyspeptic",1,1,2 ], "irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dyspeptic",1,2,1 ], "a person suffering from dyspepsia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysphagia",1,1,1 ], "difficulty in swallowing, caused by obstruction or spasm of the oesophagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysphasia",1,1,1 ], "impaired coordination of speech caused by a brain lesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysphemism",1,1,1 ], "substitution of a derogatory or offensive word or phrase for an innocuous one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysphemism",1,1,2 ], "the word or phrase so substituted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysphonia",1,1,1 ], "any impairment in the ability to speak normally, as from spasm or strain of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysphonia",1,1,1 ], "the vocal cords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dysphoria",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of being ill at ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysplasia",1,1,1 ], "abnormal development of an organ or part of the body, including congenital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysplasia",1,1,1 ], "absence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dyspnoea",1,1,1 ], "difficulty in breathing or in catching the breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysprosium",1,1,1 ], "a soft silvery-white metallic element of the lanthanide series: used in laser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysprosium",1,1,1 ], "atomic wt|: 162|50; valency: 3; relative density: 8|56; melting pt|: 1407 degrees C;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "dysprosium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 2335 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "dysprosium",1,1,1 ], "materials and as a neutron absorber in nuclear control rods| Symbol: Dy; atomic no|: 66;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dysteleology",1,1,1 ], "the denial of purpose in life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysthymia",1,1,1 ], "depression, and compulsive behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dysthymia",1,1,1 ], "the characteristics of the neurotic and introverted, including anxiety," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dysthymia",1,1,2 ], "a relatively mild depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dystopia",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary place where everything is as bad as it can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dystrophy",1,1,1 ], "any of various bodily disorders, characterized by wasting of tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dystrophy",1,1,2 ], "a condition of lake water when it is too acidic and poor in oxygen to support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dystrophy",1,1,2 ], "life, resulting from excessive humus content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dysuria",1,1,1 ], "difficult or painful urination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dytiscid",1,1,1 ], "any carnivorous aquatic beetle of the family Dytiscidae, having large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dytiscid",1,1,1 ], "flattened back legs used for swimming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "dytiscid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Dytiscidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dziggetai",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of chigetai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dzo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of zo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "dz|",1,1,1 ], "dozen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "d|s|p|",1,1,1 ], "decessit sine prole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "d|w|t|",1,1,1 ], "deadweight tonnage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e" ,1, 1, 1],"Es",1). c_DEF([ "e" ,1, 1, 2],"the fifth letter and second vowel of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "e" ,1, 1, 3],"any of several speech sounds represented by this letter, in English as in he,",1). c_DEF([ "e" ,1, 1, 3],"bet, or below",2). c_DEF([ "e",1,1,1 ], "(1,+,1/n)'n as n increases to infinity: used as the base of natural logarithms| Approximate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "e",1,1,1 ], "a transcendental number, fundamental to mathematics, that is the limit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e",1,1,1 ], "value: 2|718,282|||; relation to r: e'r'i = -1, where i = sqrt -1" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "e",1,1,2 ], "electron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e'en",1,2,1 ], "a contraction of even'2 or evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e'er",1,1,1 ], "a contraction of ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eV",1,1,1 ], "electronvolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "each other",1,1,1 ], "used when the action, attribution, etc|, is reciprocal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "each",1,1,1,1 ], "every (one) of two or more considered individually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "each",1,1,1,2 ], "each gave according to his ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "each",1,2,1 ], "for, to, or from each one; apiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eager beaver",1,1,1 ], "a person who displays conspicuous diligence, esp| one who volunteers for extra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eager beaver",1,1,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eager",1,1,1 ], "impatiently desirous (of); anxious or avid (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eager",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or feeling expectancy or great desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eager",1,1,3 ], "tart or biting; sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eager",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of eagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle owl",1,1,1 ], "a large owl, Bubo bubo, of Europe and Asia| It has brownish speckled plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle owl",1,1,1 ], "and large ear tufts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eagle ray",1,1,1 ], "any of various rays of the family Myliobatidae, related to the stingrays but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle ray",1,1,1 ], "having narrower pectoral fins and a projecting snout with heavily browed eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,1 ], "Accipitridae (hawks, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds of prey of the genera Aquila, Harpia, etc| (see golden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,1 ], "eagle, harpy eagle), having large broad wings and strong soaring flight: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,2 ], "a representation of an eagle used as an emblem, etc|, esp| representing power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,3 ], "a standard, seal, etc|, bearing the figure of an eagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,4 ], "a score of two strokes under par for a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,5 ], "a former U|S| gold coin worth ten dollars: withdrawn from circulation in 1934" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle",1,1,6 ], "the shoulder insignia worn by a U|S| full colonel or equivalent rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having keen or piercing eyesight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle-hawk",1,1,1 ], "a large aggressive Australian eagle, Aquila audax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagle-hawk",1,2,1 ], "to pluck wool from a sheep's dead body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eaglestone",1,1,1 ], "a hollow oval nodule of clay ironstone, formerly thought to have magical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eaglestone",1,1,1 ], "properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eaglet",1,1,1 ], "a young eagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eaglewood",1,1,1 ], "an Asian thymelaeaceous tree, Aquilaria agallocha, having fragrant wood that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eaglewood",1,1,1 ], "yields a resin used as a perfume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eaglewood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eagre",1,1,1 ], "a tidal bore, esp| of the Humber or Severn estuaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ealdorman",1,1,1 ], "an official of Anglo-Saxon England, appointed by the king, who was responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ealdorman",1,1,1 ], "for law, order, and justice in his shire and for leading his local fyrd in battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear lobe",1,1,1 ], "the fleshy lower part of the external ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear shell",1,1,1 ], "another name for the abalone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear trumpet",1,1,1 ], "a trumpet-shaped instrument that amplifies sounds and is held to the ear: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear trumpet",1,1,1 ], "old form of hearing aid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,1 ], "ear, inner ear)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,1 ], "fishes| In man and other mammals it consists of three parts (see external ear, middle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,1 ], "the organ of hearing and balance in higher vertebrates and of balance only in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,10 ], "fall on deaf ears| to be ignored or pass unnoticed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,11 ], "have hard ears| Caribbean| to be stubbornly disobedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,12 ], "a flea in one's ear| Informal| a sharp rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,13 ], "have the ear of| to be in a position to influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,14 ], "head over ears| tumultuously; with a powerful and confusing effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,15 ], "in one ear and out the other| Informal| heard but unheeded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,16 ], "about current trends and opinions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,16 ], "keep one's ear to the ground| Informal| to be or try to be well informed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,17 ], "make a pig's ear of| Informal| to ruin disastrously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,18 ], "conversation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,18 ], "one's ears are burning| one is aware of being the topic of another's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,19 ], "out on one's ear| Informal| dismissed unceremoniously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,2 ], "the outermost cartilaginous part of the ear (pinna) in mammals, esp| man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,20 ], "play by ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,20,1 ], "Informal| to act according to the demands of a situation rather than to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,20,1 ], "plan; improvise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,20,2 ], "to perform a musical piece on an instrument without written music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,21 ], "prick up one's ears| to start to listen attentively; become interested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,22 ], "set by the ears| to cause disagreement or commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,23 ], "a thick ear| Informal| a blow on the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,24 ], "turn a deaf ear| Informal| to be unwilling to pay attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,25 ], "up to one's ears| Informal| deeply involved, as in work or debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,26 ], "immature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,26 ], "wet behind the ears| Informal| youthful in manner or attitudes; naive;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,3 ], "the sense of hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,4 ], "sensitivity to musical sounds, poetic diction, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,5 ], "attention, esp| favourable attention; consideration; heed (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,5 ], "give ear to, lend an ear)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,6 ], "an object resembling the external ear in shape or position, such as a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,6 ], "on a jug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,7 ], "a display box at the head of a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,7 ], "page, esp| the front page, for advertisements, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,8 ], "all ears| Informal| very attentive; listening carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",1,1,9 ], "by ear| without reading from written music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",2,1,1 ], "grains, or kernels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ear",2,1,1 ], "the part of a cereal plant, such as wheat or barley, that contains the seeds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear",2,2,1 ], "(of cereal plants) to develop such parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ear-splitting",1,1,1 ], "so loud or shrill as to hurt the ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earache",1,1,1 ], "pain in the middle or inner ear| Technical name: otalgia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earbash",1,1,1 ], "to talk incessantly|&-earbasher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eardrop",1,1,1 ], "a pendant earring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eardrops",1,1,1 ], "liquid medication for inserting into the external ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eardrum",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for tympanic membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eared seal",1,1,1 ], "and conspicuous hind limbs that can be used for locomotion on land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eared seal",1,1,1 ], "any seal of the pinniped family Otariidae, typically having visible earflaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eared",1,1,1,1 ], "having an ear or ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eared",1,1,1,2 ], "long-eared; two-eared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earflap",1,1,1 ], "either of two pieces of fabric or fur attached to a cap, which can be let down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earflap",1,1,1 ], "to keep the ears warm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earflap",1,1,2 ], "a small flap of skin forming the pinna of such animals as seals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earful",1,1,1 ], "something heard or overheard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earful",1,1,2 ], "a rebuke or scolding, esp| a lengthy or severe one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earing",1,1,1 ], "a line fastened to a corner of a sail for reefing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earl",1,1,1 ], "(in the British Isles) a nobleman ranking below a marquess and above a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earl",1,1,1 ], "viscount| Female equivalent: countess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earl",1,1,2 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon England) a royal governor of any of the large divisions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earl",1,1,2 ], "kingdom, such as Wessex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earlap",1,1,1 ], "another word for earflap ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earlap",1,1,1,1 ], "the external ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earlap",1,1,1,2 ], "the ear lobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earldom",1,1,1 ], "the rank, title, or dignity of an earl or countess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earldom",1,1,2 ], "the lands of an earl or countess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earless seal",1,1,1 ], "any seal of the pinniped family Phocidae, typically having rudimentary hind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earless seal",1,1,1 ], "limbs, no external earflaps, and a body covering of hair with no underfur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "early bird",1,1,1 ], "a person who rises early or arrives in good time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early closing",1,1,1,1 ], "the shutting of most of the shops in a town one afternoon each week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early closing",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early closing",1,1,2 ], "the day on which this happens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early purple orchid",1,1,1 ], "another name for blue butcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early warning",1,1,1 ], "advance notice of some impending event or development, esp| detection by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early warning",1,1,1 ], "radar, etc|, of an attack by enemy aircraft or missiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "early",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early",1,2,1 ], "before the expected or usual time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early",1,2,2 ], "occurring in or characteristic of the first part of a period or sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early",1,2,3 ], "occurring in or characteristic of a period far back in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early",1,2,4 ], "occurring in the near future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early",1,2,5 ], "at the earliest| not before the time or date mentioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "early",1,2,6 ], "early days| Brit| informal| not yet time for some expected occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earmark",1,1,1 ], "to set aside or mark out for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earmark",1,1,2 ], "to make an identification mark on the ear of (a domestic animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earmark",1,2,1 ], "a mark of identification on the ear of a domestic animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earmark",1,2,2 ], "any distinguishing mark or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earmuff",1,1,1 ], "ears warm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earmuff",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of pads of fur or cloth, joined by a headband, for keeping the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earn",1,1,1 ], "to gain or be paid (money or other payment) in return for work or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earn",1,2,1 ], "to acquire, merit, or deserve through behaviour or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earn",1,3,1 ], "(of securities, investments, etc|) to gain (interest, return, profit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earned income",1,1,1 ], "income derived from paid employment and comprising mainly wages and salaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",1,1,1 ], "serious in mind or intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",1,1,2 ], "showing or characterized by sincerity of intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",1,1,3 ], "demanding or receiving serious attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",1,2,1 ], "in earnest| with serious or sincere intentions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",2,1,1 ], "a part or portion of something given in advance as a guarantee of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",2,1,1 ], "remainder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",2,1,2 ], "something given, usually a nominal sum of money, to confirm a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnest",2,1,3 ], "any token of something to follow; pledge; assurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnings",1,1,1 ], "money or other payment earned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnings",1,1,1,1 ], "the profits of an enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earnings",1,1,1,2 ], "an individual's investment income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earphone",1,1,1 ], "a device for converting electric currents into sound waves, held close to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earphone",1,1,1 ], "inserted into the ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earpiece",1,1,1 ], "the earphone in a telephone receiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earplug",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of soft material, such as wax, placed in the ear to keep out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earplug",1,1,1 ], "noise or water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earring",1,1,1 ], "an ornament for the ear, usually clipped onto the lobe or fastened through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earring",1,1,1 ], "hole pierced in the lobe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earshot",1,1,1 ], "the range or distance within which sound may be heard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth closet",1,1,1 ], "a type of lavatory in which earth is used to cover excreta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth inductor compass",1,1,1 ], "a compass that depends on the current induced in a coil revolving in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth inductor compass",1,1,1 ], "earth's magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth mother",1,1,1 ], "(in various mythologies)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth mother",1,1,1,1 ], "a female goddess considered as the source of fertility and life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth mother",1,1,1,2 ], "the earth personified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth mother",1,1,2 ], "a sensual or fecund woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth pillar",1,1,1 ], "a landform consisting of a column of clay or earth capped and protected from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth pillar",1,1,1 ], "erosion by a boulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth science",1,1,1 ], "any of various sciences, such as geology, geography, and geomorphology, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth science",1,1,1 ], "are concerned with the structure, age, and other aspects of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth up",1,1,1 ], "frost, light, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth up",1,1,1 ], "to cover (part of a plant, esp| the stem) with soil in order to protect from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth wax",1,1,1 ], "another name for ozocerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "56 minutes 4 seconds; sidereal period of revolution: 365|256 days| Related adjs|:" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "areas of water, is enveloped by an atmosphere principally of nitrogen (78 per cent)," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "diameter: 12,756 km; mass: 5|976 X 10'2'4 kg; sidereal period of axial rotation: 23 hours" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "exist| It is not quite spherical, being flattened at the poles, and consists of three" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "geological zones, the core, mantle, and thin outer crust| The surface, covered with large" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "oxygen (21 per cent), and some water vapour| The age is estimated at over four" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "terrestrial, telluric" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "the third planet from the sun, the only planet on which life is known to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,1 ], "thousand million years| Distance from sun: 149|6 million kilometres; equatorial" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,10 ], "come back or down to earth| to return to reality from a fantasy or daydream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,11 ], "earth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,11 ], "on earth| used as an intensifer in such phrases as what on earth, who on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,12 ], "run to earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,12,1 ], "to hunt (an animal, esp| a fox) to its earth and trap it there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,12,2 ], "to hunt (a criminal, etc|) down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,2 ], "the inhabitants of this planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,3 ], "the dry surface of this planet as distinguished from sea or sky; land; ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,4 ], "ground and consists of disintegrated rock particles, mould, clay, etc|; soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,4 ], "the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,5 ], "worldly or temporal matters as opposed to the concerns of the spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,6 ], "the hole in which a burrowing animal, esp| a fox, lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,6,1 ], "a connection between an electrical circuit or device and the earth, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,6,1 ], "at zero potential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,6,2 ], "a terminal to which this connection is made| U|S| equivalent: ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,7 ], "any of various brown pigments composed chiefly of iron oxides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,8 ], "Capricorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,8 ], "of or relating to a group of three signs of the zodiac, Taurus, Virgo, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,1,9 ], "cost the earth| Informal| to be very expensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,2,1 ], "(of a hunted fox) to go to ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earth",1,3,1 ], "to connect (a circuit, device, etc|) to earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthborn",1,1,1 ], "of earthly origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthborn",1,1,2 ], "human; mortal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthbound",1,1,1 ], "confined to the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthbound",1,1,2 ], "lacking in imagination; pedestrian or dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthbound",1,1,3 ], "moving or heading towards the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthen",1,1,1 ], "made of baked clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthen",1,1,2 ], "made of earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthenware",1,1,1,1 ], "vessels, etc|, made of baked clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthenware",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthlight",1,1,1 ], "another name for earthshine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthling",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in poetry or science fiction) an inhabitant of the earth human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthly",1,1,2 ], "materialistic; worldly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthly",1,1,2 ], "of or characteristic of the earth as opposed to heaven; material or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthly",1,1,3 ], "conceivable or possible; feasible (in such phrases as not an earthly , etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthman",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in science fiction) an inhabitant or native of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthnut",1,1,1 ], "a perennial umbelliferous plant, Conopodium majus, of Europe and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthnut",1,1,1 ], "edible dark brown tubers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthnut",1,1,2 ], "any of various plants having an edible root, tuber, underground pod, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthnut",1,1,2 ], "similar part, such as the peanut or truffle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthquake",1,1,1 ], "a series of vibrations at the surface of the earth caused by movement along a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthquake",1,1,1 ], "fault plane, volcanic activity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthrise",1,1,1 ], "spacecraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthrise",1,1,1 ], "the rising of the earth above the lunar horizon, as seen from the moon or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthshaking",1,1,1 ], "of enormous importance or consequence; momentous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthshine",1,1,1 ], "it is not receiving light directly from the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthshine",1,1,1 ], "the ashen light reflected from the earth, which illuminates the new moon when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthstar",1,1,1 ], "Geastrum, whose brown onion-shaped reproductive body splits into a star shape to release" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthstar",1,1,1 ], "any of various basidiomycetous saprophytic woodland fungi of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthstar",1,1,1 ], "the spores" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "earthward",1,1,1 ], "directed towards the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of earthwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthwork",1,1,1 ], "excavation of earth, as in engineering construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthwork",1,1,2 ], "a fortification made of earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthworm",1,1,1 ], "Eisenia, etc|, which burrow in the soil and help aerate and break up the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "earthworm",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous oligochaete worms of the genera Lumbricus, Allolobophora," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthworm",1,1,2 ], "a grovelling person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthy",1,1,1 ], "earthier, earthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthy",1,1,2 ], "of, composed of, or characteristic of earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthy",1,1,3 ], "robust, lusty, or uninhibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthy",1,1,4 ], "unrefined, coarse, or crude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earthy",1,1,5 ], "an archaic word for worldly ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earwax",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for cerumen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "earwig" ,1, 1, 1],"(common European earwig), which typically have an elongated body with small leathery",2). c_DEF([ "earwig" ,1, 1, 1],"abdomen",4). c_DEF([ "earwig" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various insects of the order Dermaptera, esp| Forficula auricularia",1). c_DEF([ "earwig" ,1, 1, 1],"forewings, semicircular membranous hindwings, and curved forceps at the tip of the",3). c_DEF([ "earwig" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) Archaic",1). c_DEF([ "earwig" ,1, 2, 2],"to attempt to influence (a person) by private insinuation",1). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,1 ], "freedom from discomfort, worry, or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,2 ], "lack of difficulty, labour, or awkwardness; facility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,3 ], "rest, leisure, or relaxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,4 ], "freedom from poverty or financial embarrassment; affluence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,5 ], "lack of restraint, embarrassment, or stiffness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,6 ], "at ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,6,1 ], "Military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,7 ], "(of a standing soldier, etc|) in a relaxed position rather than at attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,7,2 ], "a command to adopt such a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,1,7,3 ], "in a relaxed attitude or frame of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,2,1 ], "to make or become less burdensome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,3,1 ], "to relieve (a person) of worry or care; comfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,4,1 ], "to make comfortable or give rest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,5,1 ], "to make less difficult; facilitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,5,2 ], "to move or cause to move into, out of, etc|, with careful manipulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,5,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by off or up) to lessen or cause to lessen in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,5,3 ], "severity, pressure, tension, or strain; slacken, loosen, or abate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,5,4 ], "ease oneself or ease nature| Archaic, euphemistic| to urinate or defecate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,5,5 ], "ease the helm| Nautical| to relieve the pressure on the rudder of a vessel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ease",1,5,5 ], "esp| by bringing the bow into the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "easeful",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or bringing ease; peaceful; tranquil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easel",1,1,1 ], "a frame, usually in the form of an upright tripod, used for supporting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easel",1,1,1 ], "displaying an artist's canvas, blackboard, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "easement",1,1,1 ], "land, as by crossing it to reach his own property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "easement",1,1,1 ], "the right enjoyed by a landowner of making limited use of his neighbour's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easement",1,1,2 ], "the act of easing or something that brings ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easily",1,1,1 ], "with ease; without difficulty or exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easily",1,1,2 ], "by far; beyond question; undoubtedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easily",1,1,3 ], "probably; almost certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easiness",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being easy to accomplish, do, obtain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easiness",1,1,2 ], "ease or relaxation of manner; nonchalance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east by north",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "east by north",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass north of east, 78 degrees 45'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east by north",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east by south",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "east by south",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass south of east, 101 degrees 15'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east by south",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,1,1 ], "north and 180 degrees from west" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,1,1 ], "one of the four cardinal points of the compass, 90 degrees clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,1,2 ], "the direction along a parallel towards the sunrise, at 90 degrees to north;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,1,2 ], "the direction of the earth's rotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,1,3 ], "the east| any area lying in or towards the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,2,1 ], "situated in, moving towards, or facing the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of the wind) from the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east",1,3,1 ], "in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east-northeast",1,1,1 ], "67 degrees 30'' clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "east-northeast",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between northeast and east," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east-northeast",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east-southeast",1,1,1 ], "112 degrees 30'' clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "east-southeast",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between east and southeast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "east-southeast",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastbound",1,1,1 ], "going or leading towards the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easterly" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or situated in the east",1). c_DEF([ "easterly" ,1, 3, 1],"towards or in the direction of the east",1). c_DEF([ "easterly" ,1, 3, 2],"from the east",1). c_DEF([ "easterly" ,1, 4, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "easterly" ,1, 4, 2],"a wind from the east",1). c_DEF([ "eastern hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "east of the Greenwich meridian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eastern hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "that half of the globe containing Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia, lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastern hemisphere",1,1,2 ], "the lands in this, esp| Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastern",1,1,1 ], "situated in or towards the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastern",1,1,2 ], "facing or moving towards the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easternmost",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring farthest east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easting",1,1,1 ], "the net distance eastwards made by a vessel moving towards the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easting",1,1,1,1 ], "half of a map grid reference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "easting",1,1,1,1 ], "the distance eastwards of a point from a given meridian indicated by the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easting",1,1,1,2 ], "a longitudinal grid line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastward",1,1,1 ], "situated or directed towards the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of eastwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastward",1,3,1 ], "the eastward part, direction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eastwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy chair",1,1,1 ], "a comfortable upholstered armchair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy game",1,1,1 ], "a person who is easily deceived or taken advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,1 ], "not requiring much labour or effort; not difficult; simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,10 ], "Easy Street| Informal| a state of financial security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,11 ], "woman of easy virtue| a sexually available woman, esp| a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,2 ], "free from pain, care, or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,3 ], "not harsh or restricting; lenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,4 ], "tolerant and undemanding; easy-going" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,5 ], "readily influenced or persuaded; pliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,6 ], "not tight or constricting; loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,7 ], "not strained or extreme; moderate; gentle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,7,1 ], "readily obtainable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,7,2 ], "(of a market) characterized by low demand or excess supply with prices tending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,7,2 ], "to fall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,8 ], "ready to fall in with any suggestion made; not predisposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,1,9 ], "easy on the eye| Informal| pleasant to look at; attractive, esp| sexually|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,1 ], "in any easy or relaxed manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,2 ], "easy does it| Informal| go slowly and carefully; be careful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,3 ], "go easy|Informal| to exercise moderation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,4 ], "relax further" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,4 ], "stand easy| Military| a command to soldiers standing at ease that they may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,5 ], "take it easy| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,5,1 ], "to avoid stress or undue hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,2,5,2 ], "to remain calm; not become agitated or angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,3,1 ], "(usually imperative) Also: easy-oar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,3,2 ], "to stop rowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,3,3 ], "Where a fixed expression is not involved, the usual adverbial form of easy is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy",1,3,3 ], "preferredthis polish goes on more easily (not easier) than the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "easy-going",1,1,1 ], "relaxed in manner or attitude; inclined to be excessively tolerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "easy-going",1,1,2 ], "moving at a comfortable pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat out",1,1,1 ], "to eat away from home, esp| in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat up",1,1,1 ], "to eat or consume entirely: often used as an exhortation to children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat up",1,1,2 ], "to listen to with enthusiasm or appreciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat up",1,1,3 ], "to absorb eagerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat up",1,1,4 ], "to affect grossly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat up",1,1,5 ], "to travel (a distance) quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,1,1 ], "chewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,1,1 ], "to take into the mouth and swallow (food, etc|), esp| after biting and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,2,1 ], "to destroy as if by eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by into) to use up or waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by into or through) to make (a hole, passage, etc|) by eating or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,2,3 ], "gnawing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,2,4 ], "to take or have (a meal or meals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,3,1 ], "to include as part of one's diet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,1 ], "to cause to worry; make anxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,2 ], "to perform cunnilingus or fellatio upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,3 ], "eat one's hat if| Informal| to be greatly surprised if (something happens)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,4 ], "eat one's heart out| Informal| to brood or pine with grief or longing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,5 ], "eat one's words| to take back something said; recant; retract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,6 ], "eat out of hand| to be entirely obedient to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,7 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,8 ], "eat out of house and home| Informal| to ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eat",1,4,9 ], "(someone, esp| one''s parent or one''s host) by consuming all his food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eatable",1,1,1 ], "fit or suitable for eating; edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eatables",1,1,1 ], "food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eatage",1,1,1 ], "dialect| grazing rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eaten",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eating",1,1,1 ], "food, esp| in relation to its quality or taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eating",1,2,1 ], "relating to or suitable for eating, esp| uncooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eating",1,2,2 ], "relating to or for eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eats",1,1,1 ], "articles of food; provisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eau de Javelle",1,1,1 ], "another name for Javel water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eau de nil",1,2,1,1 ], "a pale yellowish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eau de nil",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eau de vie",1,1,1 ], "brandy or other spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eaves",1,1,1 ], "the edge of a roof that projects beyond the wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eavesdrop",1,1,1 ], "to listen secretly to the private conversation of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ea|",1,1,1 ], "each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebb",1,1,1 ], "(of tide water) to flow back or recede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebb",1,1,2 ], "to fall away or decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebb",1,2,1,1 ], "the flowing back of the tide from high to low water or the period in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebb",1,2,1,1 ], "this takes place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ebb",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebb",1,2,2 ], "at a low ebb| in a state or period of weakness, lack of vigour, or decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebon",1,2,1 ], "a poetic word for ebony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebonite",1,1,1 ], "another name for vulcanite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebonize",1,1,1 ], "to stain or otherwise finish in imitation of ebony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebony",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical and subtropical trees of the genus Diospyros, esp| D|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebony",1,1,1 ], "ebenum of S India, that have hard dark wood: family Ebenaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ebony",1,1,2 ], "the wood of such a tree, much used for cabinetwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebony",1,1,2,1 ], "a black colour, sometimes with a dark olive tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebony",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebracteate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having no bracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebullient",1,1,1 ], "overflowing with enthusiasm or excitement; exuberant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebullient",1,1,2 ], "boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebullioscopy",1,1,1 ], "a technique for finding molecular weights of substances by measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebullioscopy",1,1,1 ], "extent to which they change the boiling point of a solvent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ebullition",1,1,1 ], "the process of boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ebullition",1,1,2 ], "a sudden outburst, as of intense emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eburnation",1,1,1 ], "a degenerative condition of bone or cartilage characterized by unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eburnation",1,1,1 ], "hardness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ec-",1,1,1 ], "out from; away from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecad",1,1,1 ], "an organism whose form has been affected by its environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecart",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two, played with 32 cards and king high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecart",1,1,1,1 ], "a body position in which one arm and the same leg are extended at the side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecart",1,1,1,1 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecart",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecbolic",1,1,1 ], "hastening labour or abortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecbolic",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that hastens labour or abortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentric",1,1,1 ], "deviating or departing from convention, esp| in a bizarre manner; irregular or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentric",1,1,1 ], "odd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eccentric",1,1,2 ], "situated away from the centre or the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentric",1,1,3 ], "not having a common centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentric",1,1,4 ], "not precisely circular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentric",1,2,1 ], "a person who deviates from normal forms of behaviour esp| in a bizarre manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentric",1,2,2 ], "a device for converting rotary motion to reciprocating motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,1 ], "unconventional or irregular behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,2 ], "deviation from a circular path or orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,3 ], "a measure of the elongation of an elliptical orbit, esp| of a planet or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,3 ], "satellite: the distance between the foci divided by the length of the major axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,4 ], "a number that expresses the shape of a conic section: the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,4 ], "distance of a point on the curve from a fixed point (the focus) to the distance of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,4 ], "point from a fixed line (the directrix)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,5 ], "centre, esp| of the axis of rotation of a wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eccentricity",1,1,5 ], "the degree of displacement of the geometric centre of a part from the true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecchymosis",1,1,1 ], "discoloration of the skin through bruising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesia",1,1,1 ], "(in formal Church usage) a congregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesia",1,1,2 ], "the assembly of citizens of an ancient Greek state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiastic",1,1,1 ], "a clergyman or other person in holy orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiastic",1,2,1 ], "of or associated with the Christian Church or clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiastical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiasticism",1,1,1 ], "exaggerated attachment to the practices or principles of the Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiast|",1,1,1 ], "ecclesiastical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiolatry",1,1,1 ], "obsessional devotion to ecclesiastical traditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecclesiology",1,1,2 ], "the study of Church architecture and decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccl|",1,1,1 ], "ecclesiastic(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccrine",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting glands that secrete externally, esp| the numerous sweat glands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eccrine",1,1,1 ], "on the human body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eccrinology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with secretions of the eccrine glands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecdysiast",1,1,1 ], "a facetious word for stripper ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecdysis",1,1,1 ], "outer epidermal layer in reptiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecdysis",1,1,1 ], "the periodic shedding of the cuticle in insects and other arthropods or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecdysone",1,1,1 ], "a hormone secreted by the prothoracic gland of insects that controls ecdysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecdysone",1,1,1 ], "and stimulates metamorphosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecesis",1,1,1 ], "the establishment of a plant in a new environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echard",1,1,1 ], "by plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echard",1,1,1 ], "water that is present in the soil but cannot be absorbed or otherwise utilized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,1,1 ], "a level of command, responsibility, etc| (esp| in the phrase the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,1,1 ], "echelons)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,1,1,1 ], "a formation in which units follow one another but are offset sufficiently to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,1,1,1 ], "allow each unit a line of fire ahead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,1,1,2 ], "a group formed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,1,2 ], "a type of diffraction grating consisting of a series of plates of equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,1,2 ], "thickness arranged stepwise with a constant offset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echelon",1,2,1 ], "to assemble in echelon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echeveria",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American crassulaceous plants of the genus Echeveria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echeveria",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for their colourful foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echidna",1,1,1 ], "any of the spine-covered monotreme mammals of the genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echidna",1,1,2 ], "Tachyglossus of Australia and Zaglossus of New Guinea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echinate",1,1,1 ], "covered with spines, bristles, or bristle-like outgrowths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echino-",1,1,1 ], "indicating spiny or prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echinococcus",1,1,1 ], "any of the tapeworms constituting the genus Echinococcus, the larvae of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echinococcus",1,1,1 ], "are parasitic in man and domestic animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echinoderm",1,1,1 ], "The group includes the starfish, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "echinoderm",1,1,1 ], "any of the marine invertebrate animals constituting the phylum Echinodermata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echinoderm",1,1,1 ], "characterized by tube feet, a calcite body-covering (test), and a five-part symmetrical body|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echinoid",1,1,1 ], "any of the echinoderms constituting the class Echinoidea, typically having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echinoid",1,1,1 ], "rigid ovoid body| The class includes the sea urchins and sand dollars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echinoid",1,2,1 ], "of or belonging to this class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echinus",1,1,1 ], "an ovolo moulding between the shaft and the abacus of a Doric column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echinus",1,1,2 ], "Mediterranean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echinus",1,1,2 ], "any of the sea urchins of the genus Echinus, such as E| esculentus of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo chamber",1,1,1 ], "a room with walls that reflect sound| It is used to make acoustic measurements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo chamber",1,1,1 ], "and as a recording studio when echo effects are required" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo chamber",1,1,2 ], "an electronic device producing a similar effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo sounder",1,1,1 ], "a device for determining depth by measuring the time taken for a pulse of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo sounder",1,1,1 ], "high-frequency sound to reach the sea bed or a submerged object and for the echo to return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,1,1 ], "solid object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflection of sound or other radiation by a reflecting medium, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,1,2 ], "the sound so reflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,10 ], "an electronic effect in recorded music that adds vibration or resonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,2 ], "a repetition or imitation, esp| an unoriginal reproduction of another's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,2 ], "opinions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,3 ], "something that evokes memories, esp| of a particular style or era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,4 ], "an effect that continues after the original cause has disappeared;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,4 ], "repercussion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,5 ], "a person who copies another, esp| one who obsequiously agrees with another's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,5 ], "opinions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,5,1 ], "the signal reflected by a radar target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,5,2 ], "the trace produced by such a signal on a radar screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,6 ], "the repetition of certain sounds or syllables in a verse line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,7 ], "the quiet repetition of a musical phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,8 ], "echo stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,9 ], "a manual or stop on an organ that controls a set of quiet pipes that give the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,1,9 ], "illusion of sounding at a distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,2,1 ], "to resound or cause to resound with an echo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,2,2 ], "(intr|) (of sounds) to repeat or resound by echoes; reverberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,2,3 ], "(tr|) (of persons) to repeat (words, opinions, etc|), in imitation, agreement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,2,3 ], "or flattery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echo",1,2,4 ], "(tr|) (of things) to resemble or imitate (another style, earlier model, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echoic",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or resembling an echo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echoic",1,1,2 ], "onomatopoeic; imitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echoism",1,1,1 ], "onomatopoeia as a source of word formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echoism",1,1,2 ], "phonetic assimilation of one vowel to the vowel in the preceding syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echolalia",1,1,1 ], "occurs in cases of schizophrenia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echolalia",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to repeat mechanically words just spoken by another person:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echolocation",1,1,1 ], "determination of the position of an object by measuring the time taken for an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echolocation",1,1,1 ], "echo to return from it and its direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echopraxia",1,1,1 ], "person: occurs in cases of schizophrenia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echopraxia",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to repeat automatically movements recently performed by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echovirus",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of viruses that can cause symptoms of mild meningitis, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "echovirus",1,1,1 ], "common cold, or infections of the intestinal and respiratory tracts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "echt",1,1,1 ], "real; genuine; authentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclair",1,1,1 ], "a finger-shaped cake of choux pastry, usually filled with cream and covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclair",1,1,1 ], "with chocolate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclampsia",1,1,1 ], "a toxic condition of unknown cause that sometimes develops in the last three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclampsia",1,1,1 ], "convulsions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eclampsia",1,1,1 ], "months of pregnancy, characterized by high blood pressure, abnormal weight gain and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclat",1,1,1 ], "brilliant or conspicuous success, effect, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclat",1,1,2 ], "showy display; ostentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclat",1,1,3 ], "social distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclat",1,1,4 ], "approval; acclaim; applause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclectic",1,1,1 ], "(in art, philosophy, etc|) selecting what seems best from various styles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclectic",1,1,1 ], "doctrines, ideas, methods, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclectic",1,1,2 ], "composed of elements drawn from a variety of sources, styles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclectic",1,2,1 ], "a person who favours an eclectic approach, esp| in art or philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclecticism",1,1,1 ], "an eclectic system or method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclecticism",1,1,2 ], "the use or advocacy of such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse plumage",1,1,1 ], "before the winter plumage: is characterized by dull coloration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse plumage",1,1,1 ], "seasonal plumage that occurs in certain birds after the breeding plumage and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,1,1 ], "eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the earth; a lunar eclipse when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,1,1 ], "the earth passes between the sun and the moon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,1,1 ], "the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another| A solar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,1,2 ], "the period of time during which such a phenomenon occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,1,3 ], "any dimming or obstruction of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,1,4 ], "a loss of importance, power, fame, etc|, esp| through overshadowing by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,1,4 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,2,1 ], "to cause an eclipse of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,2,2 ], "to cast a shadow upon; darken; obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipse",1,2,3 ], "to overshadow or surpass in importance, power, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipsing binary",1,1,1 ], "a binary star whose orbital plane lies in or near the line of sight so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipsing binary",1,1,1 ], "one component is regularly eclipsed by its companion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclipsis",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for ellipsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipsis",1,1,2 ], "(in Gaelic) phonetic change of an initial consonant under the influence of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclipsis",1,1,2 ], "nasals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eclipsis",1,1,2 ], "preceding word| Unvoiced plosives become voiced, while voiced plosives are changed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,1,1,1 ], "equator| The poles of the ecliptic lie on the celestial sphere due north and south of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,1,1,1 ], "of the sun relative to the stars| It is inclined at 23|45 degrees to the celestial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,1,1,1 ], "the great circle on the celestial sphere representing the apparent annual path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,1,1,1 ], "the plane of the ecliptic" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,1,2 ], "an equivalent great circle, opposite points of which pass through the Tropics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,1,2 ], "of Cancer and Capricorn, on the terrestrial globe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecliptic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to an eclipse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclogite",1,1,1 ], "a rare coarse-grained basic rock consisting of large bright red garnets in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclogite",1,1,1 ], "greenish mixture of pyroxene, quartz, feldspar, etc| Its origin is thought to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclogite",1,1,1 ], "intermediate between igneous and metamorphic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eclogue",1,1,1 ], "a pastoral or idyllic poem, usually in the form of a conversation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eclogue",1,1,1 ], "soliloquy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eclosion",1,1,1 ], "the emergence of an insect larva from the egg or an adult from the pupal case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eco-",1,1,1 ], "denoting ecology or ecological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecocide",1,1,1 ], "total destruction of an area of the natural environment, esp| by human agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the relationships between living organisms and their environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecology",1,1,2 ], "the set of relationships of a particular organism with its environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecology",1,1,3 ], "human ecology| the study of the relationships between human groups and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecology",1,1,3 ], "physical environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecol|",1,1,1 ], "ecological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecol|",1,1,2 ], "ecology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "econometrics",1,1,1 ], "problems and theories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "econometrics",1,1,1 ], "the application of mathematical and statistical techniques to economic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic determinism",1,1,1 ], "a doctrine that states that all cultural, social, political, and intellectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic determinism",1,1,1 ], "activities are a product of the economic organization of society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economic geography",1,1,1 ], "the study of the geographical distribution of economic resources and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic geography",1,1,1 ], "use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economic rent",1,1,1 ], "poorest land cultivated under similar conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economic rent",1,1,1 ], "the return derived from cultivated land in excess of that derived from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an economy, economics, or finance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic",1,1,2 ], "capable of being produced, operated, etc|, for profit; profitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic",1,1,3 ], "concerning or affecting material resources or welfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic",1,1,4 ], "concerned with or relating to the necessities of life; utilitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic",1,1,5 ], "variant of economical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economic",1,1,6 ], "inexpensive; cheap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economical",1,1,1 ], "using the minimum required; not wasteful of time, effort, resources, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economical",1,1,2 ], "frugal; thrifty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economical",1,1,3 ], "variant of economic 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economically",1,1,1 ], "with economy or thrift; without waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economically",1,1,2 ], "with regard to the economy of a person, country, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economics",1,1,1 ], "services and the analysis of the commercial activities of a society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economics",1,1,1 ], "the social science concerned with the production and consumption of goods and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economics",1,1,2 ], "financial aspects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economist",1,1,1 ], "a specialist in economics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economist",1,1,2 ], "a person who advocates or practises frugality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economize",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on)to limit or reduce (expense, waste, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economizer",1,1,1 ], "a device that uses the waste heat from a boiler flue to preheat the feed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economizer",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economizer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that economizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,1 ], "careful management of resources to avoid unnecessary expenditure or waste;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,1 ], "thrift" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,2 ], "a means or instance of this; saving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,3 ], "sparing, restrained, or efficient use, esp| to achieve the maximum effect for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,3 ], "the minimum effort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,3,1 ], "production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,3,1 ], "the complex of human activities undertaken for profit and concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,3,2 ], "a particular type or branch of such production, distribution, and consumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,4 ], "community, business enterprise, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,4 ], "the management of the resources, finances, income, and expenditure of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,4,1 ], "a class of travel in aircraft, providing less luxurious accommodation than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,4,1 ], "first class at a lower fare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,5 ], "offering or purporting to offer a larger quantity for a lower price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,6 ], "the orderly interplay between the parts of a system or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "economy",1,1,7 ], "the management of household affairs; domestic economy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "econ|",1,1,1 ], "economical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "econ|",1,1,2 ], "economics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "econ|",1,1,3 ], "economy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecorch",1,1,1 ], "an anatomical figure without the skin, so that the muscular structure is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecorch",1,1,1 ], "visible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecospecies",1,1,1 ], "a species of plant or animal that can be divided into several ecotypes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecosphere",1,1,1 ], "the parts of the universe, esp| on the earth, in which life can exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecossaise",1,1,1 ], "a lively dance in two-four time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecossaise",1,1,2 ], "the tune for such a dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecosystem",1,1,1 ], "a system involving the interactions between a community and its non-living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecosystem",1,1,1 ], "environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecotone",1,1,1 ], "the zone between two major ecological communities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecotype",1,1,1 ], "a group of organisms within a species that are adapted to different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecotype",1,1,1 ], "environmental conditions and therefore differ from one another in structure and physiology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecraseur",1,1,1 ], "a surgical device consisting of a heavy wire loop placed around a part to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecraseur",1,1,1 ], "removed and tightened until it cuts through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecru",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-yellow to a light greyish colour; the colour of unbleached linen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecru",1,2,1 ], "of the colour ecru" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstasy",1,1,1 ], "a state of exalted delight, joy, etc|; rapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstasy",1,1,2 ], "intense emotion of any kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstasy",1,1,3 ], "overpowering emotion characterized by loss of self-control and sometimes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstasy",1,1,3 ], "temporary loss of consciousness: often associated with orgasm, religious mysticism, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecstasy",1,1,3 ], "the use of certain drugs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ecstasy",1,1,4 ], "a state of prophetic inspiration, esp| of poetic rapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstatic",1,1,1 ], "in a trancelike state of great rapture or delight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstatic",1,1,2 ], "showing or feeling great enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstatic",1,2,1 ], "a person who has periods of intense trancelike joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecstatics",1,1,1 ], "fits of delight or rapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecthyma",1,1,1 ], "a local inflammation of the skin characterized by flat ulcerating pustules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating outer, outside, external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectoblast",1,1,1 ], "another name for ectoderm or epiblast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectocrine",1,1,1 ], "a substance that is released by an organism into the external environment and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectocrine",1,1,1 ], "influences the development, behaviour, etc|, of members of the same or different species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ectoderm",1,1,1 ], "nervous tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ectoderm",1,1,1 ], "the outer germ layer of an animal embryo, which gives rise to epidermis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes secreted from the cells in which they are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "into the surrounding medium; extracellular enzyme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ectogenous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain bacteria and other parasites) able to grow outside the body of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectogenous",1,1,1 ], "host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ectomere",1,1,1 ], "any of the blastomeres that later develop into ectoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectomorph",1,1,1 ], "a lack of weight: said to be correlated with a character type in which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ectomorph",1,1,1 ], "a type of person having a body build characterized by thinness, weakness, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectomorph",1,1,1 ], "intellectual processes, inhibition and alertness predominate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ectoparasite",1,1,1 ], "a parasite, such as the flea, that lives on the outer surface of its host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectophyte",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic plant that lives on the surface of its host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectopia",1,1,1 ], "congenital displacement or abnormal positioning of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectopic pregnancy",1,1,1 ], "the abnormal development of a fertilized egg outside the cavity of the uterus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectopic pregnancy",1,1,1 ], "usually within a Fallopian tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ectoplasm",1,1,1 ], "cytoplasm (see endoplasm) in being a clear gel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ectoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the outer layer of cytoplasm that differs in many cells from the inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectoplasm",1,1,2 ], "the substance supposedly emanating from the body of a medium during trances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectoproct",1,2,1 ], "another word for bryozoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectosarc",1,1,1 ], "the ectoplasm of an amoeba or any other protozoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectype",1,1,1 ], "a copy as distinguished from a prototype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ectype",1,1,2 ], "a cast embossed or in relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecu",1,1,1 ], "any of various former French gold or silver coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecu",1,1,2 ], "a small shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical council",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of the bishops, convened by the pope to reach binding decisions on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical council",1,1,1 ], "matters of faith and morals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Christian Church throughout the world, esp| with regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical",1,1,1 ], "to its unity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical",1,1,1,1 ], "tending to promote unity among Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical",1,1,1,2 ], "Churches in 1910 aimed at Christian unity: embodied, since 1937, in the World Council of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical",1,1,1,2 ], "Churches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the international movement initiated among non-Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenical",1,1,2 ], "universal; general; worldwide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecumenicalism",1,1,1 ], "the aim of unity among all Christian churches throughout the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ecurie",1,1,1 ], "a team of motor-racing cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eczema",1,1,1 ], "a skin inflammation with lesions that scale, crust, or ooze a serous fluid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eczema",1,1,1 ], "often accompanied by intense itching or burning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edacious",1,1,1 ], "devoted to eating; voracious; greedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edaphic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the physical and chemical conditions of the soil, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edaphic",1,1,1 ], "relation to the plant and animal life it supports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eddo",1,1,1 ], "variants of taro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eddy current",1,1,1 ], "an electric current induced in a massive conductor, such as the core of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eddy current",1,1,1 ], "electromagnet, transformer, etc|, by an alternating magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eddy" ,1, 1, 1],"a movement in a stream of air, water, or other fluid in which the current",1). c_DEF([ "eddy" ,1, 1, 1],"doubles back on itself causing a miniature whirlwind or whirlpool",2). c_DEF([ "eddy" ,1, 1, 2],"a deviation from or disturbance in the main trend of thought, life, etc|, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "eddy" ,1, 1, 2],"one that is relatively unimportant",2). c_DEF([ "eddy" ,1, 2, 1],"to move or cause to move against the main current",1). c_DEF([ "edelweiss",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "edelweiss",1,1,1 ], "a small alpine flowering plant, Leontopodium alpinum, having white woolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edelweiss",1,1,1 ], "oblong leaves and a tuft of attractive floral leaves surrounding the flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edema",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of oedema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edentate",1,1,1 ], "any of the placental mammals that constitute the order Edentata, which inhabit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edentate",1,1,1 ], "armadillos" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "edentate",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions of Central and South America| The order includes anteaters, sloths, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edentate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Edentata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edentulous",1,1,1 ], "having no teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge tool",1,1,1 ], "a tool with one or more cutting edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,1 ], "the border, brim, or margin of a surface, object, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,2 ], "a brink or verge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,3 ], "a line along which two faces or surfaces of a solid meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,4 ], "the sharp cutting side of a blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,5 ], "keenness, sharpness, or urgency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,6 ], "force, effectiveness, or incisiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,6,1 ], "a cliff, ridge, or hillside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,6,2 ], "(in place names)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,7 ], "have the edge on or over| to have a slight advantage or superiority (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,8 ], "on edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,8,1 ], "nervously irritable; tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,8,2 ], "nervously excited or eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,1,9 ], "set teeth on edge| to make someone acutely irritated or uncomfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,2,1 ], "to provide an edge or border for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,3,1 ], "scissors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,3,1 ], "to shape or trim (the edge or border of something), as with a knife or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,3,2 ], "to push (one's way, someone, something, etc|) gradually, esp| edgeways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,4,1 ], "to hit (a bowled ball) with the edge of the bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,5,1 ], "to tilt (a ski) sideways so that one edge digs into the snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edge",1,6,1 ], "to sharpen (a knife, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edgeways",1,1,1 ], "with the edge forwards or uppermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edgeways",1,1,2 ], "on, by, with, or towards the edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edgeways",1,1,3 ], "get a word in edgeways|Informal| to succeed in interrupting a conversation in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edgeways",1,1,3 ], "which someone else is talking incessantly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edging",1,1,1 ], "anything placed along an edge to finish it, esp| as an ornament, fringe, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edging",1,1,1 ], "border on clothing or along a path in a garden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edging",1,1,2 ], "the act of making an edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edging",1,2,1 ], "relating to or used for making an edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edgy",1,1,1 ], "ier, iest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edgy",1,1,2 ], "nervous, irritable, tense, or anxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edgy",1,1,3 ], "(of paintings, drawings, etc|) excessively defined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edh",1,1,1 ], "a character of the runic alphabet () used to represent the voiced dental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edh",1,1,1 ], "fricative as in then, mother, bathe|It is used in modern phonetic transcription for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edh",1,1,1 ], "same purpose" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "edible",1,1,1 ], "fit to be eaten; eatable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edibles",1,1,1 ], "articles fit to eat; food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edict",1,1,1 ], "a decree, order, or ordinance issued by a sovereign, state, or any other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edict",1,1,1 ], "holder of authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edict",1,1,2 ], "any formal or authoritative command, proclamation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edification",1,1,1 ], "improvement, instruction, or enlightenment, esp| when morally or spiritually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edification",1,1,1 ], "uplifting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edification",1,1,2 ], "the act of edifying or state of being edified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edifice",1,1,1 ], "a building, esp| a large or imposing one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edifice",1,1,2 ], "a complex or elaborate institution or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to improve the morality, intellect, etc|, of, esp| by instruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edile",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of aedile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,1,1 ], "clarity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,1,1 ], "to prepare (text) for publication by checking and improving its accuracy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,1,2 ], "to be in charge of (a publication, esp| a periodical)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,1,3 ], "previously filmed or taped material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,1,3 ], "to prepare (a film, tape, etc|) by rearrangement, selection, or rejection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,1,4 ], "(often foll| by out) to remove (incorrect or unwanted matter), as from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,1,4 ], "manuscript or film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edit",1,2,1 ], "an act of editing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editio princeps",1,1,1 ], "the first printed edition of a work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edition",1,1,1,1 ], "at one time from a single setting of type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edition",1,1,1,1 ], "the entire number of copies of a book, newspaper, or other publication printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edition",1,1,1,2 ], "a single copy from this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edition",1,1,2 ], "one of a number of printings of a book or other publication, issued at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edition",1,1,2 ], "separate times with alterations, amendments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "edition",1,1,2,1 ], "an issue of a work identified by its format" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edition",1,1,2,2 ], "an issue of a work identified by its editor or publisher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editor in chief",1,1,1 ], "the controlling editor of a publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editor",1,1,1 ], "a person who edits written material for publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editor",1,1,2 ], "a person in overall charge of the editing and often the policy of a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editor",1,1,2 ], "or periodical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "editor",1,1,3 ], "a person in charge of one section of a newspaper or periodical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editor",1,1,3,1 ], "a person who makes a selection and arrangement of individual shots in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editor",1,1,3,1 ], "construct the flowing sequence of images for a film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "editor",1,1,3,2 ], "a device for editing film, including a viewer and a splicer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to editing or editors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editorial",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or expressed in an editorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editorial",1,1,3 ], "aspects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "editorial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the content of a publication rather than its commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editorial",1,2,1 ], "an article in a newspaper, etc|, expressing the opinion of the editor or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editorial",1,2,1 ], "publishers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "editorialize",1,1,1 ], "to express an opinion in or as in an editorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "editorialize",1,1,2 ], "to insert one's personal opinions into an otherwise objective account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit|",1,1,1 ], "edited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit|",1,1,2 ], "edition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edit|",1,1,3 ], "editor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being trained or educated; able to learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educate",1,1,1 ], "to impart knowledge by formal instruction to (a pupil); teach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educate",1,1,2 ], "to provide education for (children); pay for the schooling of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educate",1,1,3 ], "to improve or develop (a person, judgment, taste, skills, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educate",1,1,4 ], "to train for some particular purpose or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educated",1,1,1 ], "having an education, esp| a good one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educated",1,1,2 ], "displaying culture, taste, and knowledge; cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educated",1,1,3 ], "based on experience or information (esp| in the phrase an educated guess)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "education",1,1,1 ], "childhood and adolescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "education",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of acquiring knowledge, esp| systematically during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "education",1,1,2 ], "the knowledge or training acquired by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "education",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of imparting knowledge to, esp| at a school, college, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "education",1,1,3 ], "university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "education",1,1,4 ], "the theory of teaching and learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "education",1,1,5 ], "a particular kind of instruction or training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educational",1,1,1 ], "providing knowledge; instructive or informative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educational",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educationalist",1,1,1 ], "a specialist in educational theory or administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educative",1,1,1 ], "producing or resulting in education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educator",1,1,1 ], "a person who educates; teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educator",1,1,2 ], "a specialist in education; educationalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educatory",1,1,1 ], "educative or educational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educe",1,1,1 ], "to evolve or develop, esp| from a latent or potential state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educe",1,1,2 ], "to draw out or elicit (information, solutions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educe",1,1,3 ], "to deduce (a proposition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educt",1,1,1 ], "a substance separated from another substance without chemical change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eduction",1,1,1 ], "something educed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eduction",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of educing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eduction",1,1,3 ], "the exhaust stroke of a steam or internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educ|",1,1,1 ], "educated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "educ|",1,1,2 ], "education(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "edulcorate",1,1,1 ], "to free from soluble impurities by washing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ed|",1,1,1 ], "edited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ed|",1,1,2 ], "edition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ed|",1,1,3 ], "editor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ed|",1,1,4 ], "education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eel",1,1,1 ], "and reduced fins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eel",1,1,1 ], "any teleost fish of the order Apodes (or Anguilliformes), such as the European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eel",1,1,1 ], "freshwater species Anguilla anguilla, having a long snakelike body, a smooth slimy skin," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eel",1,1,2 ], "any of various other animals with a long body and smooth skin, such as the mud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eel",1,1,2 ], "eel and the electric eel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eel",1,1,3 ], "an evasive or untrustworthy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eelgrass",1,1,1 ], "any of several perennial submerged marine plants of the genus Zostera, esp| Z|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eelgrass",1,1,1 ], "marina, having grasslike leaves: family Zosteraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eelgrass",1,1,2 ], "another name for tape grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eelpout",1,1,1 ], "any marine eel-like blennioid fish of the family Zoarcidae, such as Zoarces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eelpout",1,1,1 ], "viviparus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eelpout",1,1,2 ], "another name for burbot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eelworm",1,1,1 ], "any of various nematode worms, esp| the wheat worm and the vinegar eel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eerie",1,1,1 ], "eerier, eeriest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eerie",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of places, an atmosphere, etc|) mysteriously or uncannily frightening or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eerie",1,1,2 ], "disturbing; weird; ghostly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eff",1,1,1 ], "euphemism for fuck (esp| in the phrase eff off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being expressed in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efface",1,1,1 ], "to obliterate or make dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efface",1,1,2 ], "obsequiousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "efface",1,1,2 ], "to make (oneself) inconspicuous or humble through modesty, cowardice, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efface",1,1,3 ], "to rub out (a line, drawing, etc|); erase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,1 ], "something that is produced by a cause or agent; result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,2 ], "power or ability to influence or produce a result; efficacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,3 ], "the condition of being operative (esp| in the phrases in or into effect)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,4 ], "take effect| to become operative or begin to produce results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,5 ], "basic meaning or purpose (esp| in the phrase to that effect)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,6 ], "an impression, usually one that is artificial or contrived (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,6 ], "for effect)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,7 ], "a scientific phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,8 ], "in effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,8,1 ], "in fact; actually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,8,2 ], "for all practical purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,1,9 ], "the overall impression or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effect",1,2,1 ], "to cause to occur; bring about; accomplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,1 ], "productive of or capable of producing a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,2 ], "in effect; operative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,3 ], "producing a striking impression; impressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,4 ], "actual rather than theoretical; real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,5 ], "(of a military force, etc|) equipped and prepared for action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,6 ], "(of an alternating quantity) having a value that is the square root of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,6 ], "mean of the squares of the magnitude measured at each instant over a defined period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effective",1,1,6 ], "of time, usually one cycle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "effector",1,1,1 ], "a nerve ending that terminates in a muscle or gland and provides neural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effector",1,1,1 ], "stimulation causing contraction or secretion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effects",1,1,1 ], "personal property or belongings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effects",1,1,1,1 ], "lighting, sounds, etc|, to accompany and enhance a stage, film, or broadcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effects",1,1,1,1 ], "production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effects",1,1,1,2 ], "the devices used to produce these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effectual",1,1,1 ], "capable of or successful in producing an intended result; effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effectual",1,1,2 ], "(of documents, agreements, etc|) having legal force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effectually",1,1,1 ], "with the intended effect; thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effectually",1,1,2 ], "to all practical purposes; in effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effectuate",1,1,1 ], "to cause to happen effect accomplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effeminate",1,1,1 ], "(of a man or boy) displaying characteristics regarded as typical of a woman;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effeminate",1,1,1 ], "not manly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effeminate",1,1,2 ], "lacking firmness or vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effendi",1,1,1 ], "(in the Ottoman Empire) a title of respect used to address men of learning or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effendi",1,1,1 ], "social standing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effendi",1,1,2 ], "(in Turkey since 1934) the oral title of address equivalent to Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efferent",1,1,1 ], "carrying or conducting outwards from a part or an organ of the body, esp| from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efferent",1,1,1 ], "the brain or spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effervesce",1,1,1 ], "(of a liquid) to give off bubbles of gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effervesce",1,1,2 ], "(of a gas) to issue in bubbles from a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effervesce",1,1,3 ], "to exhibit great excitement, vivacity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effervescent",1,1,1 ], "(of a liquid) giving off bubbles of gas; bubbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effervescent",1,1,2 ], "high-spirited; vivacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effete",1,1,1 ], "weak, ineffectual, or decadent as a result of overrefinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effete",1,1,2 ], "exhausted of vitality or strength; worn out; spent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effete",1,1,3 ], "(of animals or plants) no longer capable of reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efficacious",1,1,1 ], "capable of or successful in producing an intended result; effective as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efficacious",1,1,1 ], "means, remedy, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "efficiency apartment",1,1,1 ], "a small flat or bedsitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efficiency",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being efficient; competence; effectiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efficiency",1,1,2 ], "energy supplied to it, often expressed as a percentage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "efficiency",1,1,2 ], "the ratio of the energy output of a machine, engine, device, etc|, to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efficient",1,1,1 ], "competent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "efficient",1,1,1 ], "functioning or producing effectively and with the least waste of effort;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efficient",1,1,2 ], "producing a direct effect; causative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effigy",1,1,1 ], "a portrait of a person, esp| as a monument or architectural decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effigy",1,1,2 ], "a crude representation of someone, used as a focus for contempt or ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effigy",1,1,2 ], "and often hung up or burnt in public (often in the phrases burn or hang in effigy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effloresce",1,1,1 ], "to burst forth into or as if into flower; bloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effloresce",1,1,2 ], "to become powdery by loss of water or crystallization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effloresce",1,1,3 ], "the evaporation of a solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effloresce",1,1,3 ], "to become encrusted with powder or crystals as a result of chemical change or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efflorescence",1,1,1 ], "a bursting forth or flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efflorescence",1,1,1,1 ], "the process of efflorescing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efflorescence",1,1,1,2 ], "of rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "efflorescence",1,1,1,2 ], "the powdery substance formed as a result of this process, esp| on the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "efflorescence",1,1,2 ], "any skin rash or eruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluence",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of flowing out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluence",1,1,2 ], "something that flows out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluent",1,1,1 ], "liquid discharged as waste, as from an industrial plant or sewage works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluent",1,1,2 ], "radioactive waste released from a nuclear power station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluent",1,1,3 ], "a stream that flows out of another body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluent",1,1,4 ], "something that flows out or forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluent",1,2,1 ], "flowing out or forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effluvium",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant smell or exhalation, as of gaseous waste or decaying matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effort",1,1,1 ], "physical or mental exertion, usually considerable when unqualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effort",1,1,2 ], "a determined attempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effort",1,1,3 ], "achievement; creation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effort",1,1,4 ], "an applied force acting against inertia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effortless",1,1,1 ], "requiring or involving little effort; easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effortless",1,1,2 ], "making little effort; passive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effrontery",1,1,1 ], "shameless or insolent boldness; impudent presumption; audacity; temerity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effulgent",1,1,1 ], "radiant; brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effuse",1,1,1 ], "($I!fju$:z)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effuse",1,1,2 ], "to pour or flow out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effuse",1,1,3 ], "to spread out; diffuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effuse",1,2,1 ], "to talk profusely, esp| in an excited manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effuse",1,2,2 ], "to cause (a gas) to flow or (of a gas) to flow under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effuse",1,3,1 ], "($I!fju$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effuse",1,3,2 ], "(esp| of an inflorescence) spreading out loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effusiometer",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for determining rates of effusion of gases, usually used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effusiometer",1,1,1 ], "measuring molecular weights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effusion",1,1,1 ], "an unrestrained outpouring in speech or words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effusion",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of being poured out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effusion",1,1,3 ], "something that is poured out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effusion",1,1,4 ], "density is such that the mean distance between molecules is large compared to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "effusion",1,1,4 ], "diameter of the aperture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "effusion",1,1,4 ], "the flow of a gas through a small aperture under pressure, esp| when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effusive",1,1,1 ], "extravagantly demonstrative of emotion; gushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "effusive",1,1,2 ], "(of rock) formed by the solidification of magma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eft",1,1,1 ], "a dialect or archaic name for a newt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eft",1,1,2 ], "any of certain terrestrial newts, such as Diemictylus viridescens of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eft",1,1,2 ], "eastern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eft",2,1,1,1 ], "again|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eft",2,1,1,2 ], "afterwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eftsoons",1,1,1 ], "soon afterwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eftsoons",1,1,2 ], "repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egad",1,1,1 ], "a mild oath or expression of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egalitarian",1,1,1 ], "desirability of political, social, and economic equality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egalitarian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or upholding the doctrine of the equality of mankind and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egalitarian",1,2,1 ], "an adherent of egalitarian principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egest",1,1,1 ], "to excrete (waste material, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egesta",1,1,1 ], "anything egested, as waste material from the body; excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg and dart",1,1,1 ], "(in architecture and cabinetwork)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg and dart",1,1,1,1 ], "an ornamental moulding in which a half egg shape alternates with a dart," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg and dart",1,1,1,1 ], "tongue, or anchor shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg and dart",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg cup",1,1,1 ], "a small cuplike container, used for holding a boiled egg while it is being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg cup",1,1,1 ], "eaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg roll",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese-American dish consisting of egg dough filled with a minced mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg roll",1,1,1 ], "of pork, bamboo shoots, onions, etc|, and browned in deep fat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg slice",1,1,1 ], "a spatula for removing omelettes, fried eggs, etc|, from a pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg spoon",1,1,1 ], "a small spoon for eating a boiled egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg timer",1,1,1 ], "a device, typically a miniature hour-glass, for timing the boiling of an egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg tooth",1,1,1 ], "(in embryo birds and reptiles) a temporary tooth or (in birds) projection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg tooth",1,1,1 ], "the beak used for piercing the eggshell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg white",1,1,1 ], "the white of an egg; albumen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,1 ], "fishes, insects, and some other animals, consisting of a developing embryo, its food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,1 ], "store, and sometimes jelly or albumen, all surrounded by an outer shell or membrane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,1 ], "the oval or round reproductive body laid by the females of birds, reptiles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,2 ], "any female gamete; ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,3 ], "the egg of the domestic hen used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,4 ], "development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,4 ], "something resembling an egg, esp| in shape or in being in an early stage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,5 ], "good egg| Old-fashioned slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,5,1 ], "a good (or bad) person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,5,2 ], "an exclamation of delight (or dismay)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,6 ], "lay an egg| Slang, chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,6,1 ], "to make a joke or give a performance, etc|, that fails completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,6,2 ], "(of a joke, performance, etc|) to fail completely; flop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,7 ], "put or have all one's eggs in one basket| to stake everything on a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,7 ], "venture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,8 ], "something that he knows already" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,1,8 ], "teach one's grandmother to suck eggs| Informal| to presume to teach someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,2,1 ], "to dip (food) in beaten egg before cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",1,2,2 ], "to throw eggs at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg",2,1,1 ], "to urge or incite, esp| to daring or foolish acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egg-and-spoon race",1,1,1 ], "a race in which runners carry an egg balanced in a spoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggbeater",1,1,1 ], "a kitchen utensil for beating eggs, whipping cream, etc|; whisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggbeater",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for helicopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egger",1,1,1 ], "Lasiocampa quercus of Europe, having brown bodies and wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egger",1,1,1 ], "any of various widely distributed moths of the family Lasiocampidae, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egghead",1,1,1 ], "an intellectual; highbrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggnog",1,1,1 ], "a drink that can be served hot or cold, made of eggs, milk, sugar, spice, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggnog",1,1,1 ], "brandy, rum, or other spirit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eggplant",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for aubergine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggs Benedict",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of toast, covered with a slice of ham, poached egg, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggs Benedict",1,1,1 ], "hollandaise sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell porcelain",1,1,1 ], "a type of very thin translucent porcelain originally made in China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell",1,1,1 ], "and protein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell",1,1,1 ], "the hard porous protective outer layer of a bird's egg, consisting of calcite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell",1,1,2 ], "a yellowish-white colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell",1,1,3 ], "a type of paper with a slightly rough finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell",1,1,4 ], "(of paint) having little gloss; possessing a matt finish similar to that of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell",1,1,4 ], "egg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eggshell",1,2,1 ], "of a yellowish-white colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egis",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of aegis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eglantine",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweetbrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ego ideal",1,1,1 ], "an internal ideal of personal perfection that represents what one wants to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ego ideal",1,1,1 ], "one's parents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ego ideal",1,1,1 ], "rather than what one ought to be and is derived from one's early relationship with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ego trip" ,1, 1, 1],"appraisal of himself",2). c_DEF([ "ego trip" ,1, 1, 1],"something undertaken to boost or draw attention to a person's own image or",1). c_DEF([ "ego trip" ,1, 2, 1],"to act in this way",1). c_DEF([ "ego",1,1,1 ], "the self of an individual person; the conscious subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ego",1,1,2 ], "conscience (superego)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ego",1,1,2 ], "responsible for modifying the antisocial instincts of the id and itself modified by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ego",1,1,2 ], "the conscious mind, based on perception of the environment from birth onwards:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ego",1,1,3 ], "one's image of oneself; morale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ego",1,1,4 ], "egotism; conceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egocentric",1,1,1 ], "regarding everything only in relation to oneself; self-centred; selfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egocentric",1,1,1,1 ], "believing that the study of the self should be the starting point in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egocentric",1,1,1,1 ], "philosophy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egocentric",1,1,1,2 ], "real, valid, or known only as perceived by the individual mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egocentric",1,2,1 ], "a self-centred person; egotist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egocentrism",1,1,1 ], "the condition or fact of being egocentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egocentrism",1,1,2 ], "a stage in a child's development characterized by lack of awareness that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egocentrism",1,1,2 ], "other people's points of view differ from his own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "egoism",1,1,1 ], "concern for one's own interests and welfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egoism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that the pursuit of one's own welfare is the highest good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egoism",1,1,3 ], "self-centredness; egotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egoist",1,1,1 ], "a person who is preoccupied with his own interests; a selfish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egoist",1,1,2 ], "a conceited person; egotist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egoist",1,1,3 ], "a person who lives by the values of egoism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egomania",1,1,1 ], "obsessive love for oneself and regard for one's own needs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egomania",1,1,2 ], "any action dictated by this point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egotism",1,1,1 ], "an inflated sense of self-importance or superiority; self-centredness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egotism",1,1,2 ], "excessive reference to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egotist",1,1,1 ], "a conceited boastful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egotist",1,1,2 ], "a self-interested person; egoist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egregious",1,1,1 ], "outstandingly bad; flagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egregious",1,1,2 ], "distinguished; eminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egress",1,1,1 ], "the act of going or coming out; emergence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egress",1,1,2 ], "a way out, such as a path; exit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egress",1,1,3 ], "the right or permission to go out or depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egress",1,1,4 ], "another name for emersion ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egress",1,2,1 ], "($I!gr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egress",1,3,1 ], "to go forth; issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egret",1,1,1 ], "any of various wading birds of the genera Egretta, Hydranassa, etc|, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "egret",1,1,1 ], "feathery plumes (see aigrette): family Ardeidae, order Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "egret",1,1,1 ], "similar to herons but usually have a white plumage and, in the breeding season, long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation used to express questioning surprise or to seek the repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eh",1,1,1 ], "or confirmation of a statement or question" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eider",1,1,1 ], "and the female is the source of eiderdown" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eider",1,1,1 ], "any of several sea ducks of the genus Somateria, esp| S| mollissima, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eider",1,1,1 ], "related genera, which occur in the N hemisphere| The male has black and white plumage," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eiderdown",1,1,1 ], "for stuffing pillows, quilts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eiderdown",1,1,1 ], "the breast down of the female eider duck, with which it lines the nest, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eiderdown",1,1,2 ], "a thick warm cover for a bed, made of two layers of material enclosing a soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eiderdown",1,1,2 ], "filling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eiderdown",1,1,3 ], "a warm cotton fabric having a woollen nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eidetic",1,1,1 ], "(of visual images, esp| those experienced in childhood) imagined and unreal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eidetic",1,1,1 ], "but so vivid and sharp that they may be mistaken for reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eidetic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or subject to such imagery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eidolon",1,1,1 ], "an unsubstantial image; apparition; phantom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eidolon",1,1,2 ], "an ideal or idealized figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eigen-",1,1,1 ], "characteristic; proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eigenfrequency",1,1,1 ], "a resonance frequency of a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eigenfunction",1,1,1 ], "a function satisfying a differential equation, esp| an allowed function for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eigenfunction",1,1,1 ], "system in wave mechanics|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eigenvalue",1,1,1 ], "a solution of a differential equation satisfying given conditions|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,1 ], "and four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of one and seven and the product of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 8, VIII, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,3 ], "the beat is measured in quavers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,3 ], "the numeral 8 used as the lower figure in a time signature to indicate that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,4 ], "the amount or quantity that is one greater than seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,5 ], "a playing card with eight symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,5 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of eight units, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,5,1 ], "a racing shell propelled by eight oarsmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,5,2 ], "the crew of such a shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,6 ], "eight hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,1,7 ], "have one over the eight| Slang| to be drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eight",1,2,1,2 ], "I could only find eight|Related prefixes: octa-, octo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,1,1 ], "and nine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and eight and the product of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 18, XVIII, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,1,3 ], "the amount or quantity that is eight more than ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,1,4 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 18 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,1,5 ], "a team of 18 players in Australian Rules football" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to eighteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteen",1,2,1,2 ], "eighteen of them knew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenmo",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper into 18 leaves or 36" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenmo",1,1,1 ], "pages| Often written: 18mo, 18 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenmo",1,1,2 ], "a book of this size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the seventeenth in numbering or counting order, position, time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|; being the ordinal number of eighteen: often written 18th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenth",1,1,1,2 ], "come on the eighteenth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 18 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighteenth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction that is equal to one divided by 18 (1/18)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightfold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having eight times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightfold",1,1,2 ], "composed of eight parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightfold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to eight times as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth note",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for quaver ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the seventh and before the ninth in numbering or counting order," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,1,1,1 ], "position, time, etc|; being the ordinal number of eight: often written 8th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,1,1,2 ], "the eighth in line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of eight equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by eight (1/8)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,2,3 ], "another word for octave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighth",1,3,1 ], "after the seventh person, position, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightieth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of eighty in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightieth",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc|: often written 80th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eightieth",1,1,1,2 ], "the eightieth in succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 80 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 80 (1/80)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightsome reel",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish dance for eight people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eightvo",1,1,1 ], "another word for octavo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 80, LXXX, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,1,3 ], "particular century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,1,3 ], "the numbers 80-89, esp| the 80th to the 89th year of a person's life or of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,1,4 ], "the amount or quantity that is eight times as big as ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,1,5 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 80 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to eighty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eighty",1,2,1,2 ], "eighty are expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eikon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of icon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "einkorn",1,1,1 ], "a variety of wheat, Triticum monococcum, of Greece and SW Asia, having pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "einkorn",1,1,1 ], "red kernels, and cultivated in hilly regions as grain for horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "einsteinium",1,1,1 ], "Es; atomic no|: 99; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'5'4Es: 276 days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "einsteinium",1,1,1 ], "a metallic transuranic element artificially produced from plutonium| Symbol:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eirenic",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of irenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eirenicon",1,1,1 ], "a proposition that attempts to harmonize conflicting viewpoints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eisegesis",1,1,1 ], "the interpretation of a text, esp| a biblical text, using one's own ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eisteddfod",1,1,1 ], "Eisteddfod, in which competitions are held in music, poetry, drama, and the fine arts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eisteddfod",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of annual festivals in Wales, esp| the Royal National" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,1,1,1 ], "one or the other (of two)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,1,1,2 ], "either is acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,1,2 ], "both one and the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,2,1 ], "cheese or a sweet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,2,1 ], "used preceding two or more possibilities joined by or: you may have either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,3,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,3,2 ], "reiteration of a previous clause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "either",1,3,2 ], "used to indicate that the clause immediately preceding is a partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "either-or",1,1,1 ], "presenting an unavoidable need to choose between two alternatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejaculate",1,1,1 ], "($I!d#fkj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejaculate",1,1,2 ], "to eject or discharge (semen) in orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejaculate",1,2,1 ], "to utter abruptly; blurt out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejaculate",1,3,1 ], "($I!d#fkj$ul$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejaculate",1,3,2 ], "another word for semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejaculation",1,1,1 ], "an abrupt emphatic utterance or exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejaculation",1,1,2 ], "a discharge of semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eject",1,1,1 ], "to drive or force out; expel or emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eject",1,2,1 ], "to compel (a person) to leave; evict; dispossess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eject",1,3,1 ], "to dismiss, as from office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eject",1,4,1 ], "to leave an aircraft rapidly, using an ejection seat or capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eject",1,5,1 ], "to attribute (one's own motivations and characteristics) to others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejecta",1,1,1 ], "matter thrown out by an erupting volcano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejection seat",1,1,1 ], "a seat, esp| as fitted to military aircraft, that is fired by a cartridge or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejection seat",1,1,1 ], "rocket to eject the occupant from the aircraft in an emergency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ejective",1,1,1 ], "relating to or causing ejection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejective",1,1,2 ], "(of a plosive or fricative consonant, as in some African languages) pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejective",1,1,2 ], "with a glottal stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ejective",1,2,1 ], "an ejective consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejectment",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an action brought by a wrongfully dispossessed owner seeking to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejectment",1,1,1 ], "recover possession of his land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ejectment",1,1,2 ], "the act of ejecting or state of being ejected; dispossession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejector",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that ejects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ejector",1,1,2 ], "firing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ejector",1,1,2 ], "the mechanism in a firearm that ejects the empty cartridge or shell after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eke out",1,1,1 ], "to make (a supply) last, esp| by frugal use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eke out",1,1,2 ], "to support (existence) with difficulty and effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eke out",1,1,3 ], "to add to (something insufficient), esp| with effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eke",1,1,1 ], "to increase, enlarge, or lengthen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eke",2,1,1 ], "also; moreover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ekistics",1,1,1 ], "the science or study of human settlements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "el",1,1,1 ], "a shortened form of elevated railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,1,1 ], "($I!lb@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,1,2 ], "planned or executed with care and exactness; detailed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,1,3 ], "marked by complexity, ornateness, or detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,2,1 ], "($I!lb@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,3,1 ], "to add information or detail (to an account); expand (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,4,1 ], "to work out in detail; develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,5,1 ], "to make more complicated or ornate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,6,1 ], "to produce by careful labour; create" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,7,1 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elaborate",1,7,1 ], "to change (food or simple substances) into more complex substances for use in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaeoptene",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of eleoptene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elan",1,1,1 ], "a combination of style and vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eland",1,1,1 ], "a large spiral-horned antelope, Taurotragus oryx, inhabiting bushland in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eland",1,1,1 ], "brown with vertical white stripes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eland",1,1,1 ], "eastern and southern Africa| It has a dewlap and a hump on the shoulders and is light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eland",1,1,2 ], "giant eland| a similar but larger animal, T| derbianus, living in wooded areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eland",1,1,2 ], "of central and W Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elapid",1,1,1 ], "any venomous snake of the mostly tropical family Elapidae, having fixed poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elapid",1,1,1 ], "fangs at the front of the upper jaw and including the cobras, coral snakes, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elapid",1,1,1 ], "mambas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "elapid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Elapidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elapse",1,1,1 ], "(of time) to pass by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasmobranch",1,1,1 ], "any cartilaginous fish of the subclass Elasmobranchii (or Selachii), which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasmobranch",1,1,1 ], "includes the sharks, rays, dogfish, and skates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elasmobranch",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Elasmobranchii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasmosaur",1,1,1 ], "a very long-necked extinct marine reptile: a type of plesiosaur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastance",1,1,1 ], "the reciprocal of capacitance| It is measured in reciprocal farads (darafs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic band",1,1,1 ], "another name for rubber band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic limit",1,1,1 ], "permanent deformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elastic limit",1,1,1 ], "the greatest stress that can be applied to a material without causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic modulus",1,1,1 ], "another name for modulus of elasticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,1 ], "(of a body or material) capable of returning to its original shape after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,1 ], "compression, expansion, stretching, or other deformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,2 ], "capable of adapting to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,3 ], "quick to recover from fatigue, dejection, etc|; buoyant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,4 ], "springy or resilient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,5 ], "(of gases) capable of expanding spontaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,6 ], "(of collisions) involving no overall change in translational kinetic energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,1,7 ], "made of elastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,2,1 ], "similar substance allowing it to stretch and return to its original shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,2,1 ], "tape, cord, or fabric containing interwoven strands of flexible rubber or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastic",1,2,2 ], "something made of elastic, such as a garter or a rubber band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasticate",1,1,1 ], "to insert elastic sections or thread into (a fabric or garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasticity",1,1,1 ], "shape or size when a distorting force is removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elasticity",1,1,1 ], "the property of a body or substance that enables it to resume its original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasticity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being elastic; flexibility or buoyancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasticize",1,1,1 ], "to make elastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elasticize",1,1,2 ], "another word for elasticate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastin",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous scleroprotein constituting the major part of elastic tissue, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastin",1,1,1 ], "the walls of arteries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elastomer",1,1,1 ], "any material, such as natural or synthetic rubber, that is able to resume its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elastomer",1,1,1 ], "original shape when a deforming force is removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elate",1,1,1 ], "to fill with high spirits, exhilaration, pride or optimism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elater",1,1,1 ], "an elaterid beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elater",1,1,2 ], "a spirally thickened filament, occurring in liverwort capsules and horsetails," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elater",1,1,2 ], "thought to aid dispersal of spores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elaterid",1,1,1 ], "(click beetles)| The group includes the wireworms and certain fireflies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elaterid",1,1,1 ], "any of the beetles constituting the widely distributed family Elateridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaterid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Elateridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaterin",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline substance found in elaterium, used as a purgative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaterite",1,1,1 ], "a dark brown naturally occurring bitumen resembling rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaterium",1,1,1 ], "a greenish sediment prepared from the juice of the squirting cucumber, used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elaterium",1,1,1 ], "a purgative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elation",1,1,1 ], "joyfulness or exaltation of spirit, as from success, pleasure, or relief; high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elation",1,1,1 ], "spirits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elative",1,1,1 ], "(in the grammar of Finnish and other languages) denoting a case of nouns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elative",1,1,1 ], "expressing a relation of motion or direction, usually translated by the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elative",1,1,1 ], "prepositions out of or away from" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "elative",1,2,1,1 ], "the elative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elative",1,2,1,2 ], "an elative word or speech element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow grease",1,1,1 ], "vigorous physical labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,1 ], "radius and ulna with the humerus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,1 ], "the joint between the upper arm and the forearm, formed by the junction of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding joint or bone of birds or mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,3 ], "the part of a garment that covers the elbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,4 ], "something resembling an elbow, such as a sharp bend in a road or river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,5 ], "at one's elbow| within easy reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,6 ], "out at elbow ragged or impoverished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,1,7 ], "up to the elbows with or in| busily occupied with; deeply immersed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,2,1 ], "to make (one's way) by shoving, jostling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbow",1,3,1 ], "to knock or shove with or as if with the elbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elbowroom",1,1,1 ], "sufficient scope to move or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eld",1,1,1 ], "old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eld",1,1,2 ], "olden days; antiquity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder statesman",1,1,1 ], "an old, experienced, and eminent person, esp| a politician, whose advice is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder statesman",1,1,1 ], "often sought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,1,1 ], "born earlier; senior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,1,2 ], "(in piquet and similar card games) denoting or relating to the nondealer (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,1,2 ], "elder hand), who has certain advantages in the play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,1,2,1 ], "prior in rank, position, or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,1,2,2 ], "of a previous time; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,2,1 ], "an older person; one's senior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,2,2 ], "a senior member of a tribe who has influence or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,2,3 ], "(in certain Protestant Churches) a lay office having teaching, pastoral, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,2,3 ], "administrative functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elder",1,2,4 ], "another word for presbyter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",2,1,1 ], "any of various caprifoliaceous shrubs or small trees of the genus Sambucus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elder",2,1,1 ], "having clusters of small white flowers and red, purple, or black berry-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elder",2,1,2 ], "any of various unrelated plants, such as box elder and marsh elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elderberry",1,1,1 ], "the berry-like fruit of the elder, used for making wines, jellies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elderberry",1,1,2 ], "another name for elder ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elderly",1,1,1 ], "(of people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elderly",1,1,1,1 ], "quite old; past middle age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elderly",1,1,1,2 ], "the elderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eldest",1,1,1 ], "being the oldest, esp| the oldest surviving child of the same parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eldritch",1,1,1 ], "unearthly; weird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elecampane",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "elecampane",1,1,1 ], "America having large hairy leaves and narrow yellow petals: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elecampane",1,1,1 ], "a perennial flowering plant, Inula helenium, of Europe, Asia, and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect",1,1,1 ], "to choose (someone) to be (a representative or a public official) by voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect",1,1,2 ], "to select; choose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect",1,2,1 ], "(of God) to select or predestine for the grace of salvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect",1,3,1 ], "voted into office but not yet installed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect",1,3,1,1 ], "chosen or choice; selected or elite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect",1,3,1,1 ], "selected or predestined by God to receive salvation; chosen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect",1,3,1,2 ], "the elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,1 ], "position, esp| a political office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,1 ], "the selection by vote of a person or persons from among candidates for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,2 ], "a public vote on an official proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of choosing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,3,1 ], "the doctrine of Calvin that God chooses certain individuals for salvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,3,1 ], "without reference to their faith or works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,3,2 ], "by grace, persevere in faith and works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "election",1,1,3,2 ], "the doctrine of Arminius and others that God chooses for salvation those who," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electioneer",1,1,1 ], "to be active in a political election or campaign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electioneer",1,2,1 ], "a person who engages in this activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elective",1,1,1 ], "of or based on selection by vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elective",1,1,2 ], "selected by vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elective",1,1,3 ], "having the power to elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elective",1,1,4 ], "open to choice; optional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elector",1,1,1 ], "someone who is eligible to vote in the election of a government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elector",1,1,2 ], "a member of the U|S| electoral college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elector",1,1,3 ], "(in the Holy Roman Empire) any of the German princes entitled to take part in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elector",1,1,3 ], "the election of a new emperor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electoral college",1,1,1 ], "a body of electors chosen by the voters who formally elect the president and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electoral college",1,1,1 ], "vice-president" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electoral college",1,1,2 ], "any body of electors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electoral",1,1,1 ], "relating to or consisting of electors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electorate",1,1,1 ], "the body of all qualified voters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electorate",1,1,2 ], "the rank, position, or territory of an elector of the Holy Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electorate",1,1,3 ], "the area represented by a Member of Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electret",1,1,1 ], "a permanently polarized dielectric material; its electric field is similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electret",1,1,1 ], "the magnetic field of a permanent magnet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric blue",1,2,1,1 ], "a strong metallic blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric blue",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric chair",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric chair",1,1,1,1 ], "an electrified chair for executing criminals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric chair",1,1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by the) execution by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric charge",1,1,1 ], "another name for charge ,1,25" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric constant",1,1,1 ], "per metre| Symbol: eo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric constant",1,1,1 ], "the permittivity of free space, which has the value 8|854,185 X 10-'1'2 farad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric current",1,1,1 ], "another name for current ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric eel",1,1,1 ], "America, having electric organs in the body: family Electrophoridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric eel",1,1,1 ], "an eel-like freshwater cyprinoid fish, Electrophorus electricus, of N South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric eye",1,1,1 ], "another name for photocell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric eye",1,1,2 ], "a miniature cathode-ray tube in some radio receivers, on the screen of which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric eye",1,1,2 ], "pattern is displayed in order to assist tuning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric field strength",1,1,1 ], "in volts per metre| Symbol: E" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric field strength",1,1,1 ], "the strength or intensity of an electric field at any point, usually measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric field",1,1,1 ], "a field of force surrounding a charged particle within which another charged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric field",1,1,1 ], "particle experiences a force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric furnace",1,1,1 ], "any furnace in which the heat is provided by an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric guitar",1,1,1 ], "an electrically amplified guitar, used mainly in pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric hare",1,1,1 ], "(in greyhound racing) a model of a hare, mounted on an electrified rail, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric hare",1,1,1 ], "the dogs chase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric needle",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for cutting tissue by the application of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric needle",1,1,1 ], "high-frequency current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric organ",1,1,1,1 ], "a pipe organ operated by electrical means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric organ",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for electronic organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric organ",1,1,2 ], "a small group of modified muscle cells on the body of certain fishes, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric organ",1,1,2 ], "the electric eel, that gives an electric shock to any animal touching them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric potential",1,1,1,1 ], "distance to a given point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric potential",1,1,1,1 ], "the work required to transfer a unit positive electric charge from an infinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric potential",1,1,1,2 ], "Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric potential",1,1,1,2 ], "the potential difference between the point and some other reference point|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric ray",1,1,1 ], "any ray of the order Torpediniformes, of tropical and temperate seas, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric ray",1,1,1 ], "flat rounded body with an electric organ in each of the fins, close to the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric shock",1,1,1 ], "and heart rhythm| Sometimes shortened to shock" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electric shock",1,1,1 ], "passage of an electric current through the body| It can affect the respiratory system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric shock",1,1,1 ], "the physiological reaction, characterized by pain and muscular spasm, to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric storm",1,1,1 ], "a violent atmospheric disturbance in which the air is highly charged with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric storm",1,1,1 ], "static electricity, causing a storm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric",1,1,1 ], "electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electric",1,1,1 ], "of, derived from, produced by, producing, transmitting, or powered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric",1,1,2 ], "(of a musical instrument) amplified electronically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric",1,1,3 ], "very tense or exciting; emotionally charged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric",1,2,1 ], "an electric train, car, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electric",1,2,2 ], "electricity or electrical power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrical engineering",1,1,1 ], "electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrical engineering",1,1,1 ], "the branch of engineering concerned with the practical applications of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrical" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or concerned with electricity",1). c_DEF([ "electrician",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is the installation, maintenance, and repair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrician",1,1,1 ], "electrical devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electricity",1,1,1 ], "a form of energy associated with stationary or moving electrons, protons, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electricity",1,1,1 ], "other charged particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electricity",1,1,2 ], "the science concerned with electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electricity",1,1,3 ], "an electric current or charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electricity",1,1,4 ], "emotional tension or excitement, esp| between or among people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to adapt or equip (a system, device, etc|) for operation by electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrify",1,1,1 ], "power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrify",1,1,2 ], "to charge with or subject to electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrify",1,1,3 ], "to startle or excite intensely; shock or thrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electro",1,1,1 ], "short for electroplate or electrotype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electro-",1,1,1 ], "electric or electrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electro-",1,1,2 ], "electrolytic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroacoustics",1,1,1 ], "acoustic energy, as by a transducer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electroacoustics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of technology concerned with the interconversion of electrical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroanalysis",1,1,1 ], "chemical analysis by electrolysis or electrodeposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrocardiogram",1,1,1 ], "a tracing of the electric currents that initiate the heartbeat, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrocardiogram",1,1,1 ], "diagnose possible heart disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrocardiograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording the electrical activity of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrochemical series",1,1,1 ], "another name for electromotive series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrochemistry",1,1,1 ], "electrolysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the study of electric cells and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroconvulsive therapy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of certain psychotic conditions by passing an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroconvulsive therapy",1,1,1 ], "through the brain to induce coma or convulsions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrocorticogram",1,1,1 ], "a record of brain waves obtained by placing electrodes directly on the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrocorticogram",1,1,1 ], "of the exposed cerebral cortex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrocute",1,1,1 ], "to kill as a result of an electric shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrocute",1,1,2 ], "to execute in the electric chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrode potential",1,1,1 ], "in a solution containing ions of that element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrode potential",1,1,1 ], "the potential difference developed when an electrode of an element is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrode",1,1,1 ], "a conductor through which an electric current enters or leaves an electrolyte," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrode",1,1,1 ], "an electric arc, or an electronic valve or tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrode",1,1,2 ], "an element in a semiconducting device that emits, collects, or controls the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrode",1,1,2 ], "movement of electrons or holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrodeposit",1,1,1 ], "to deposit (a metal) by electrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrodeposit",1,2,1 ], "the deposit so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrodialysis",1,1,1 ], "dialysis in which electrolytes are removed from a colloidal solution by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrodialysis",1,1,1 ], "potential difference between two electrodes separated by one or more membranes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrodynamic",1,1,1 ], "operated by an electromotive force between current-carrying coils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrodynamic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to electrodynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrodynamics",1,1,1 ], "mechanical forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the interactions between electrical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrodynamometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that uses the interaction of the magnetic fields of two coils to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrodynamometer",1,1,1 ], "measure electric current, voltage, or power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electroencephalogram",1,1,1 ], "the tracing obtained from an electroencephalograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroencephalograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording the electrical activity of the brain, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroencephalograph",1,1,1 ], "means of electrodes placed on the scalp: used to diagnose tumours of the brain, to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electroencephalograph",1,1,1 ], "study brain waves, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electroform",1,1,1 ], "to form (a metallic object) by electrolytic deposition on a mould or matrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrograph",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for engraving metal printing cylinders, esp| in gravure printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrograph",1,1,2 ], "the equipment used for the electrical transmission of pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrograph",1,1,2,1 ], "a recording electrometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrograph",1,1,2,2 ], "a graph produced by this instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrograph",1,1,3 ], "a visual record of the surface composition of a metal, obtained by placing an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrograph",1,1,3 ], "electrolyte-soaked paper over the metal and passing a current through the paper to an electrode on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrograph",1,1,3 ], "the other side" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electrojet",1,1,1 ], "a narrow belt of fast-moving ions in the ionosphere, under the influence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrojet",1,1,1 ], "the earth's magnetic field, causing auroral displays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrokinetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the motion of charged particles and its effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrokinetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the motion of charged particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroluminescence",1,1,1,1 ], "by a gas when activated by an electric discharge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electroluminescence",1,1,1,1 ], "the emission of light by a phosphor when activated by an alternating field or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroluminescence",1,1,1,2 ], "the light emitted by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolyse",1,1,1 ], "to decompose (a chemical compound) by electrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolyse",1,1,2 ], "to destroy (living tissue, such as hair roots) by electrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolysis",1,1,1 ], "process to induce chemical changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrolysis",1,1,1 ], "the conduction of electricity by a solution or melt, esp| the use of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolysis",1,1,2 ], "the destruction of living tissue, such as hair roots, by an electric current," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolysis",1,1,2 ], "usually for cosmetic reasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrolyte",1,1,1 ], "a solution or molten substance that conducts electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolytic cell",1,1,1 ], "any device in which electrolysis occurs| Sometimes shortened to cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolytic gas",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of two parts of hydrogen and one part of oxygen by volume, formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolytic gas",1,1,1 ], "the electrolysis of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrolytic",1,1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or produced by electrolysis or electrodeposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolytic",1,1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or containing an electrolyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrolytic",1,2,1 ], "a small capacitor consisting of two electrodes separated by an electrolyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnet",1,1,1 ], "a magnet consisting of an iron or steel core wound with a coil of wire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnet",1,1,1 ], "through which a current is passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic field",1,1,1 ], "a field of force equivalent to an electric field and a magnetic field at right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic field",1,1,1 ], "angles to each other and to the direction of propagation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic interaction",1,1,1 ], "an interaction between charged particles arising from their electric and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic interaction",1,1,1 ], "magnetic fields; its strength is about 100 times weaker than the strong interaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic moment",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the magnetic strength of a magnet or current-carrying coil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic moment",1,1,1 ], "expressed as the torque produced when the magnet or coil is set with its axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic moment",1,1,1 ], "m" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic moment",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular to unit magnetic flux density| It is measured in ampere metres squared| Symbol:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic pump",1,1,1 ], "a device for pumping liquid metals by placing a pipe between the poles of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic pump",1,1,1 ], "electromagnet and passing a current through the liquid metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic radiation",1,1,1 ], "other and to the direction of propagation| It requires no supporting medium and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic radiation",1,1,1 ], "radiation consisting of an electric and magnetic field at right angles to each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic radiation",1,1,1 ], "travels through empty space at 2|9979 X 10'8 metres per second" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic spectrum",1,1,1 ], "(wavelength 10%5 metres) to the shortest gamma radiation (wavelength 10%#-%1%3 metre)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic spectrum",1,1,1 ], "the complete range of electromagnetic radiation from the longest radio waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic unit",1,1,1 ], "any unit that belongs to a system of electrical cgs units in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic unit",1,1,1 ], "magnetic constant is given the value of unity and is taken as a pure number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic wave",1,1,1 ], "a wave of energy propagated in an electromagnetic field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or operated by an electromagnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of electromagnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to electromagnetic radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "magnetism produced by an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetism",1,1,2 ], "and with the interaction of electric and magnetic fields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromagnetism",1,1,2 ], "the branch of physics concerned with magnetism produced by electric currents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromechanical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerning an electrically operated mechanical device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromerism",1,1,1 ], "a type of tautomerism in which the isomers (electromers) differ in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromerism",1,1,1 ], "distribution of charge in their molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrometallurgy",1,1,1 ], "electrical operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrometallurgy",1,1,1 ], "metallurgy involving the use of electric-arc furnaces, electrolysis, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting or determining the magnitude of a potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrometer",1,1,1 ], "difference or charge by the electrostatic forces between charged bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromotive force",1,1,1,1 ], "a source of energy that can cause a current to flow in an electrical circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromotive force",1,1,1,1 ], "or device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromotive force",1,1,1,2 ], "the rate at which energy is drawn from this source when unit current flows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromotive force",1,1,1,2 ], "through the circuit or device, measured in volts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromotive series",1,1,1 ], "a series of the metals, together with hydrogen, ranged in the order of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electromotive series",1,1,1 ], "electrode potentials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electromotive",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, producing, or tending to produce an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron affinity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of an atom or molecule to form a negative ion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron affinity",1,1,1 ], "expressed as the energy released when an electron is attached| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron camera",1,1,1 ], "an iconoscope or similar device for converting an optical image into an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron camera",1,1,1 ], "electric current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron gun",1,1,1 ], "a heated cathode with an associated system of electrodes and coils for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron gun",1,1,1 ], "producing and focusing a beam of electrons, used esp| in cathode-ray tubes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron lens",1,1,1 ], "a system, such as an arrangement of electrodes or magnets, that produces a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron lens",1,1,1 ], "field for focusing a beam of electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron microscope",1,1,1 ], "a powerful type of microscope that uses electrons, rather than light, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron microscope",1,1,1 ], "electron lenses to produce a magnified image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron multiplier",1,1,1 ], "a device for amplifying and measuring a flux of electrons| Each electron hits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron multiplier",1,1,1 ], "an anode surface and releases secondary electrons that are accelerated to a second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron multiplier",1,1,1 ], "surface; after several such stages a measurable pulse of current is obtained" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electron optics",1,1,1 ], "by electric and magnetic fields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron optics",1,1,1 ], "the study and use of beams of electrons and of their deflection and focusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron probe microanalysis",1,1,1 ], "a technique for the analysis of a very small amount of material by bombarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron probe microanalysis",1,1,1 ], "it with, a, narrow beam of electrons and examining the resulting x-ray emission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron probe microanalysis",1,1,1 ], "spectrum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electron spin resonance",1,1,1 ], "a technique for investigating paramagnetic substances by subjecting them to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron spin resonance",1,1,1 ], "cause radiation to be absorbed at certain frequencies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electron spin resonance",1,1,1 ], "high-frequency radiation in a strong magnetic field| Changes in the spin of unpaired electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron telescope",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical telescope with an attachment for converting the infrared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron telescope",1,1,1 ], "radiation emitted from the surface of planets into a visible image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron tube",1,1,1 ], "an electrical device, such as a valve, in which a flow of electrons between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron tube",1,1,1 ], "electrodes takes place| Sometimes shortened to tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electron",1,1,1 ], "1|6022 X 10'-'1'9 coulomb, a rest mass of 9|1096 X 10'-'3'1 kilogram, a radius of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electron",1,1,1 ], "2|818 X 10'-'1'5 metre, and a spin of " ,4 ). c_DEF([ "electron",1,1,1 ], "a stable elementary particle present in all atoms, orbiting the nucleus in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electron",1,1,1 ], "numbers equal to the atomic number of the element; a lepton with a negative charge of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electronegative",1,1,1 ], "having a negative electric charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronegative",1,1,2 ], "(of an atom, group, molecule, etc|) tending to gain or attract electrons and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronegative",1,1,2 ], "form negative ions or polarized bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electronegativity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being electronegative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronegativity",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the ability of a specified atom to attract electrons in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronegativity",1,1,2 ], "molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electronic data processing",1,1,1 ], "data processing largely performed by electronic equipment, such as computers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronic flash",1,1,1 ], "an electronic device for producing a very bright flash of light by means of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronic flash",1,1,1 ], "electric discharge in a gas-filled tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electronic music",1,1,1 ], "a form of music consisting of sounds produced by oscillating electric currents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronic music",1,1,1 ], "either controlled from an instrument panel or keyboard or prerecorded on magnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electronic music",1,1,1 ], "tape" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electronic organ",1,1,1 ], "an electrophonic instrument played by means of a keyboard, in which sounds are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronic organ",1,1,1 ], "produced and amplified by any of various electronic or electrical means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electronic" ,1, 1, 1],"of, concerned with, using, or operated by devices, such as transistors or",1). c_DEF([ "electronic" ,1, 1, 1],"s used to refer to equipment",1). c_DEF([ "electronic" ,1, 1, 1],"valves, in which electrons are conducted through a semiconductor, vacuum, or gas",2). c_DEF([ "electronic" ,1, 1, 2],"of or concerned with electronics",1). c_DEF([ "electronic" ,1, 1, 3],"of or concerned with electrons or an electron",1). c_DEF([ "electronics",1,1,1 ], "applications of electronic devices and circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electronics",1,1,1 ], "the science and technology concerned with the development, behaviour, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronics",1,1,2 ], "the circuits and devices of a piece of electronic equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronvolt",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: eV" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electronvolt",1,1,1 ], "a unit of energy equal to the work done on an electron accelerated through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electronvolt",1,1,1 ], "potential difference of 1 volt| 1 electronvolt is equivalent to 1|602 X 10'-'1'0 joule|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrophilic",1,1,1 ], "(electrophiles) are atoms, molecules, and ions that behave as electron acceptors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrophilic",1,1,1 ], "having or involving an affinity for negative charge| Electrophilic reagents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrophone",1,1,1 ], "any instrument whose sound is produced by the oscillation of an electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrophone",1,1,1 ], "current, such as an electronic organ, Moog synthesizer, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrophoresis",1,1,1 ], "electric field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrophoresis",1,1,1 ], "the motion of charged particles in a colloid under the influence of an applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrophorus",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for generating static electricity| It consists of an insulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrophorus",1,1,1 ], "plate charged by friction and used to charge a metal plate by induction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrophysiology",1,1,1 ], "associated with bodily processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrophysiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the electrical activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroplate",1,1,1 ], "to plate (an object) by electrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroplate",1,2,1 ], "electroplated articles collectively, esp| when plated with silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroplate",1,3,1 ], "coated with metal by electrolysis; electroplated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electropositive",1,1,1 ], "having a positive electric charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electropositive",1,1,2 ], "(of an atom, group, molecule, etc|) tending to gain or attract electrons and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electropositive",1,1,2 ], "form positive ions or polarized bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electroscope",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for detecting an electric charge, typically consisting of a rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electroscope",1,1,1 ], "holding two gold foils that separate when a charge is applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electroshock therapy",1,1,1 ], "another name for electroconvulsive therapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic generator",1,1,1 ], "any device for producing a high voltage by building up a charge of static" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic generator",1,1,1 ], "electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic lens",1,1,1 ], "an electron lens consisting of a system of metal electrodes, the electrostatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic lens",1,1,1 ], "field of which focuses the charged particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic precipitation",1,1,1 ], "charge and attracting them to charged plates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic precipitation",1,1,1 ], "the removal of suspended solid particles from a gas by giving them an electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic unit",1,1,1 ], "any unit that belongs to a system of electrical cgs units in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic unit",1,1,1 ], "electric constant is given the value of unity and is taken as a pure number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, producing, or caused by static electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatic",1,1,2 ], "concerned with electrostatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostatics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with static electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrostriction",1,1,1 ], "an electric field is applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrostriction",1,1,1 ], "the change in dimensions of a dielectric occurring as an elastic strain when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrosurgery",1,1,1 ], "the surgical use of electricity, as in cauterization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrotechnology",1,1,1 ], "the technological use of electric power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrotherapeutics",1,1,1 ], "(electrotherapy) in treating certain disorders or diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrotherapeutics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the use of electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrothermal",1,1,1 ], "by heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrothermal",1,1,1 ], "concerned with both electricity and heat, esp| the production of electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrotonus",1,1,1 ], "caused by the passage of an electric current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrotonus",1,1,1 ], "the change in the state of irritability and conductivity of a nerve or muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrotype",1,1,1 ], "a duplicate printing plate made by electrolytically depositing a layer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrotype",1,1,1 ], "copper or nickel onto a mould of the original| Sometimes shortened to electro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrotype",1,2,1 ], "to make an electrotype of (printed matter, illustrations, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrovalency",1,1,1 ], "gained or lost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrovalency",1,1,1 ], "the valency of a substance in forming ions, equal to the number of electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrovalent bond",1,1,1 ], "a type of chemical bond in which one atom loses an electron to form a positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electrovalent bond",1,1,1 ], "ion and the other atom gains the electron to form a negative ion| The resulting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "electrovalent bond",1,1,1 ], "ions are held together by electrostatic attraction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "electrum",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of gold (55-88 per cent) and silver used for jewellery and ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "electuary",1,1,1 ], "a paste taken orally, containing a drug mixed with syrup or honey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect|",1,1,1 ], "electric(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elect|",1,1,2 ], "electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleemosynary",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or dependent on charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleemosynary",1,1,2 ], "given as an act of charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegance",1,1,1 ], "dignified grace in appearance, movement, or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegance",1,1,2 ], "good taste in design, style, arrangement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegance",1,1,3 ], "something elegant; a refinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegant",1,1,1 ], "tasteful in dress, style, or design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegant",1,1,2 ], "dignified and graceful in appearance, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegant",1,1,3 ], "cleverly simple; ingenious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegiac couplet",1,1,1 ], "a couplet composed of a dactylic hexameter followed by a dactylic pentameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegiac stanza",1,1,1 ], "a quatrain in iambic pentameters with alternate lines rhyming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegiac",1,1,1 ], "resembling, characteristic of, relating to, or appropriate to an elegy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegiac",1,1,2 ], "lamenting; mournful; plaintive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegiac",1,1,3 ], "denoting or written in elegiac couplets or elegiac stanzas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegiac",1,2,1 ], "an elegiac couplet or stanza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegize",1,1,1 ], "to compose an elegy or elegies (in memory of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegy",1,1,1 ], "a mournful or plaintive poem or song, esp| a lament for the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elegy",1,1,2 ], "poetry or a poem written in elegiac couplets or stanzas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,1 ], "any of the 105 known substances (of which 93 occur naturally) that consist of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,1 ], "atoms with the same number of protons in their nuclei" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,10 ], "constitute the universe (earth, air, water, or fire)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,10 ], "one of the four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,11 ], "atmospheric conditions or forces, esp| wind, rain, and cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,12 ], "a point, line, plane, or part of a geometric figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,12,1 ], "any of the terms in the array of a determinant or matrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,12,2 ], "the expression following the integral sign in a definite integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,12,3 ], "a member of a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,13 ], "the bread or wine consecrated in the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,14 ], "any of the numerical quantities, such as the major axis or eccentricity, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,14 ], "in describing the orbit of a planet, satellite, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,2 ], "one of the fundamental or irreducible components making up a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,3 ], "any group that is part of a larger unit, such as a military formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,4 ], "a small amount; hint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,5 ], "a distinguishable section of a social group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,6 ], "the most favourable environment for an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,7 ], "phrases in or out of one's element)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,7 ], "the situation in which a person is happiest or most effective (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,8 ], "cooker, heater, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,8 ], "the resistance wire and its former that constitute the electrical heater in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "element",1,1,9 ], "another name for component ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemental",1,1,1 ], "fundamental; basic; primal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemental",1,1,2 ], "motivated by or symbolic of primitive and powerful natural forces or passions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemental",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to earth, air, water, and fire considered as elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemental",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to atmospheric forces, esp| wind, rain, and cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemental",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a chemical element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemental",1,2,1 ], "a disembodied spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elementary particle",1,1,1 ], "any of several entities, such as electrons, neutrons, or protons, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elementary particle",1,1,1 ], "called: fundamental particle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "elementary particle",1,1,1 ], "less complex than atoms and are regarded as the constituents of all matter| Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elementary school",1,1,1 ], "a former name for primary school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elementary school",1,1,2 ], "a state school in which instruction is given for the first six to eight years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elementary school",1,1,2 ], "of a child's education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elementary",1,1,1 ], "not difficult; simple; rudimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elementary",1,1,2 ], "fundamental" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elementary",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with the first principles of a subject; introductory or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elementary",1,1,3 ], "(of a function) having the form of an algebraic, exponential, trigonometric," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elementary",1,1,3 ], "or a logarithmic function, or any combination of these" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elementary",1,1,4 ], "another word for elemental ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemi",1,1,1 ], "any of various fragrant resins obtained from tropical trees, esp| trees of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elemi",1,1,1 ], "family Burseraceae: used in making varnishes, ointments, inks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elem|",1,1,1 ], "element(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elem|",1,1,2 ], "elementary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elenchus",1,1,1 ], "refutation of an argument by proving the contrary of its conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elenctic",1,1,1 ], "refuting an argument by proving the opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleoptene",1,1,1 ], "the liquid part of a volatile oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant bird",1,1,1 ], "another name for aepyornis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various stout tropical grasses or grasslike plants, esp| Pennisetum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant grass",1,1,1 ], "purpureum, and Typha elephantina, a type of reed mace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elephant seal",1,1,1 ], "angustirostris of the N Atlantic, the males of which have a long trunklike snout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elephant seal",1,1,1 ], "either of two large earless seals, Mirounga leonina of southern oceans or M|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant shrew",1,1,1 ], "any small active African mammal of the family Macroscelididae, having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant shrew",1,1,1 ], "elongated nose, large ears, and long hind legs: order Insectivora (insectivores)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elephant",1,1,1 ], "Indian elephant , of S and SE Asia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "elephant",1,1,1 ], "either of the two proboscidean mammals of the family Elephantidae|The African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant",1,1,1 ], "elephant is the larger species, with large flapping ears and a less humped back than the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elephant",1,1,2 ], "a size of writing paper, 23 by 28 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant's-ear",1,1,1 ], "any aroid plant of the genus Colocasia, of tropical Asia and Polynesia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant's-ear",1,1,1 ], "very large heart-shaped leaves: grown for ornament and for their edible tubers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elephant's-ear",1,1,2 ], "any of various cultivated begonias with large showy leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant's-foot",1,1,1 ], "Dioscoreaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "elephant's-foot",1,1,1 ], "a monocotyledonous plant, Testudinaria elephantipes, of southern Africa, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephant's-foot",1,1,1 ], "a very large starchy tuberous stem, covered in corky scales: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elephantiasis",1,1,1 ], "a complication of chronic filariasis, in which nematode worms block the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephantiasis",1,1,1 ], "affected area" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "elephantiasis",1,1,1 ], "lymphatic vessels, usually in the legs or scrotum, causing extreme enlargement of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elephantine",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of an elephant or elephants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elephantine",1,1,2 ], "huge, clumsy, or ponderous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevate",1,1,1 ], "to move to a higher place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevate",1,1,2 ], "to raise in rank or status; promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevate",1,1,3 ], "to put in a cheerful mood; elate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevate",1,1,4 ], "to put on a higher cultural plane; uplift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevate",1,1,5 ], "to raise the axis of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevate",1,1,6 ], "to raise the intensity or pitch of (the voice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevate",1,1,7 ], "to lift up (the Host) at Mass for adoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevated",1,1,1 ], "raised to or being at a higher level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevated",1,1,2 ], "inflated or lofty; exalted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevated",1,1,3 ], "in a cheerful mood; elated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevated",1,1,4 ], "slightly drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,1 ], "the act of elevating or the state of being elevated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,10 ], "the angle formed between the muzzle of a gun and the horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,11 ], "object above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,11 ], "the angular distance between the plane through a point of observation and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,12 ], "another term for amelioration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,2 ], "the height of something above a given or implied place, esp| above sea level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,3 ], "a raised area; height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,4 ], "nobleness or grandeur; loftiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,5 ], "a drawing to scale of the external face of a building or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,6 ], "the external face of a building or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,7 ], "a ballet dancer's ability to leap high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,8 ], "the lifting up of the Host at Mass for adoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevation",1,1,9 ], "another name for altitude ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that elevates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,2 ], "a mechanical hoist for raising something, esp| grain or coal, often consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,2 ], "of a chain of scoops linked together on a conveyor belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| name for lift ,1,15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,4 ], "a granary equipped with mechanical devices for hoisting grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,5 ], "a surgical instrument for lifting a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,6 ], "a control surface on the tailplane of an aircraft, for making it climb or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevator",1,1,6 ], "descend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eleven",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 11, XI, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven",1,1,3 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of 11 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven",1,1,4 ], "a team of 11 players in football, cricket, hockey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven",1,1,5 ], "eleven hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to eleven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven",1,2,1,2 ], "have another eleven today" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven-plus",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) an examination, taken in England and Wales by children aged 11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleven-plus",1,1,1 ], "or 12, that selects suitable candidates for grammar schools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elevenses",1,1,1 ], "a light snack, usually with tea or coffee, taken in mid-morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord much used in jazz, consisting of a major or minor triad upon which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh chord",1,1,1 ], "superimposed the seventh, ninth, and eleventh above the root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh hour",1,1,1,1 ], "the latest possible time; last minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh hour",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the tenth in order, position, time, etc|;often written 11th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh",1,1,1,2 ], "the eleventh in succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh",1,2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 11 equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 11 (1/11)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eleventh",1,2,2,1 ], "an interval of one octave plus one fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elevon",1,1,1 ], "aileron, usually fitted to tailless or delta-wing aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elevon",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft control surface that combines the functions of an elevator and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elev|",1,1,1 ], "elevation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elf",1,1,1 ], "(in folklore) one of a kind of legendary beings, usually characterized as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elf",1,1,1 ], "small, manlike, and mischievous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elf",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous or whimsical child or girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elfish",1,1,1 ], "impish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elfish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like an elf or elves; charmingly mischievous or sprightly;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elfish",1,2,1 ], "the supposed language of elves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elfland",1,1,1 ], "another name for fairyland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elflock",1,1,1 ], "a lock of hair, fancifully regarded as having been tangled by the elves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elicit",1,1,1 ], "to give rise to; evoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elicit",1,1,2 ], "to bring to light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elide",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo elision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eligible",1,1,1 ], "fit, worthy, or qualified, as for an office or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eligible",1,1,2 ], "desirable and worthy of being chosen, esp| as a spouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eliminate",1,1,1 ], "to remove or take out; get rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eliminate",1,1,2 ], "to reject as trivial or irrelevant; omit from consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eliminate",1,1,3 ], "to remove (a competitor, team, etc|) from a contest, usually by defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eliminate",1,1,4 ], "to murder in a cold-blooded manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eliminate",1,1,5 ], "to expel (waste matter) from the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eliminate",1,1,6 ], "to remove (an unknown variable) from two or more simultaneous equations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elision",1,1,1 ], "omission of a syllable or vowel at the beginning or end of a word, esp| when a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elision",1,1,1 ], "word ending with a vowel is next to one beginning with a vowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elite",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elite",1,1,1 ], "the most powerful, rich, gifted, or educated members of a group, community," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elite",1,1,2 ], "a typewriter typesize having 12 characters to the inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elite",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for an elite; exclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elitism",1,1,1,1 ], "highly educated individuals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elitism",1,1,1,1 ], "the belief that society should be governed by a select group of gifted and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elitism",1,1,1,2 ], "such government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elitism",1,1,2 ], "pride in or awareness of being one of an elite group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elixir",1,1,1 ], "an alchemical preparation supposed to be capable of prolonging life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elixir",1,1,1 ], "indefinitely (elixir of life) or of transmuting base metals into gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elixir",1,1,2 ], "anything that purports to be a sovereign remedy; panacea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elixir",1,1,3 ], "an underlying principle; quintessence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elixir",1,1,4 ], "a liquid containing a medicinal drug with syrup, glycerin, or alcohol added to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elixir",1,1,4 ], "mask its unpleasant taste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elk",1,1,1 ], "a large deer, Alces alces, of N Europe and Asia, having large flattened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elk",1,1,1 ], "palmate antlers: also occurs in North America, where it is called a moose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elk",1,1,2 ], "American elk| another name for wapiti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elk",1,1,3 ], "a stout pliable waterproof leather made from calfskin or horsehide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elkhound",1,1,1 ], "a powerful breed of dog with a thick grey coat and tightly curled tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ell",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete unit of length equal to approximately 45 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ell",2,1,1 ], "an extension to a building, usually at right angles and located at one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ell",2,1,2 ], "a pipe fitting, pipe, or tube with a sharp right-angle bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ellipse" ,1, 1, 1],"a closed conic section shaped like a flattened circle and formed by an",1). c_DEF([ "ellipse" ,1, 1, 1],"inclined plane that does not cut the base of the cone| Standard equation",2). c_DEF([ "ellipsis",1,1,1 ], "omission of parts of a word or sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ellipsis",1,1,2 ], "a sequence of three dots (&e) indicating an omission in text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a geometric surface, symmetrical about the three coordinate axes, whose plane",1). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"sections are ellipses or circles| Standard equation",2). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a solid having this shape",1). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 2, 1],"Helliptical ($Il$Ipt$Ik%) adj",1). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 2, 2],"relating to or having the shape of an ellipse",1). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 2, 3],"relating to or resulting from ellipsis",1). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 2, 4, 1],"very condensed or concise, often so as to be obscure or ambiguous",1). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"&-elliptically adv|?-ellipticalness",2). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"circumlocutory or long-winded|~Also (for senses 1 and 2): elliptic|",1). c_DEF([ "ellipsoid" ,1, 2, 4],"(of speech, literary style, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "elliptic geometry",1,1,1 ], "another name for Riemannian geometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ellipticity",1,1,1 ], "ellipsoidal shape or path, measured as the ratio of the major to the minor axes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ellipticity",1,1,1 ], "the degree of deviation from a circle or sphere of an elliptical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elm",1,1,1 ], "any ulmaceous tree of the genus Ulmus, occurring in the N hemisphere, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elm",1,1,1 ], "serrated leaves and winged fruits (samaras): cultivated for shade, ornament, and timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elm",1,1,2 ], "the hard heavy wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elocution",1,1,1 ], "the art of public speaking, esp| of voice production, delivery, and gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eloign",1,1,1 ], "to remove (oneself, property, etc|) to a distant place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elongate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become longer; stretch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elongate",1,2,1 ], "long and narrow; slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elongate",1,2,2 ], "lengthened or tapered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elongation",1,1,1 ], "the act of elongating or state of being elongated; lengthening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elongation",1,1,2 ], "something that is elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elongation",1,1,3 ], "or the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elongation",1,1,3 ], "the difference between the celestial longitude of the sun and that of a planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elope",1,1,1 ], "to run away secretly with a lover, esp| in order to marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eloquence",1,1,1 ], "ease in using language to best effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eloquence",1,1,2 ], "powerful and effective language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eloquence",1,1,3 ], "the quality of being persuasive or moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eloquent",1,1,1 ], "(of speech, writing, etc|) characterized by fluency and persuasiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eloquent",1,1,2 ], "visibly or vividly expressive, as of an emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "else",1,1,1 ], "in addition; more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "else",1,1,2 ], "other; different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "else",1,2,1 ], "or else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "else",1,2,1,1 ], "if not, then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "else",1,2,1,2 ], "or something terrible will result: used as a threat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elsewhere",1,1,1 ], "in or to another place; somewhere else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elucidate",1,1,1 ], "to make clear (something obscure or difficult); clarify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elude",1,1,1 ], "to escape or avoid (capture, one's pursuers, etc|), esp| by cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elude",1,1,2 ], "to avoid fulfilment of (a responsibility, obligation, etc|); evade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elude",1,1,3 ], "to escape discovery, or understanding by; baffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eluent",1,1,1 ], "a solvent used for eluting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elusive",1,1,1 ], "difficult to catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elusive",1,1,2 ], "preferring or living in solitude and anonymity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elusive",1,1,3 ], "difficult to remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elusive",1,1,4 ], "avoiding the issue; evasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elute",1,1,1 ], "to wash out (a substance) by the action of a solvent, as in chromatography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elutriate",1,1,1 ], "decanting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elutriate",1,1,1 ], "to purify or separate (a substance or mixture) by washing and straining or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eluviation",1,1,1 ], "soil to another by the action of rainfall or chemical decomposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eluviation",1,1,1 ], "the process by which material suspended in water is removed from one layer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eluvium",1,1,1 ], "a mass of sand, silt, etc|: a product of the erosion of rocks that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eluvium",1,1,1 ], "remained in its place of origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elver",1,1,1 ], "a young eel, esp| one migrating up a river from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of elf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elvish",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of elfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "elytron",1,1,1 ], "and protect the hind wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "elytron",1,1,1 ], "either of the horny front wings of beetles and some other insects, which cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "em dash",1,1,1 ], "a dash (&-) one em long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "em",1,1,1 ], "the square of a body of any size of type, used as a unit of measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "em",1,1,2 ], "a unit of measurement used in printing, equal to one sixth of an inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "em-",1,1,1 ], "variant of en-'1 and en-'2 before b, m, and p" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emaciate",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become abnormally thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emanate",1,1,1 ], "to issue or proceed from or as from a source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emanate",1,2,1 ], "to send forth; emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emanation",1,1,1 ], "an act or instance of emanating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emanation",1,1,2 ], "something that emanates or is produced; effusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emanation",1,1,3 ], "a gaseous product of radioactive decay, such as radon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emancipate",1,1,1 ], "to free from restriction or restraint, esp| social or legal restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emancipate",1,1,2 ], "to free from the inhibitions imposed by conventional morality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emancipate",1,1,3 ], "to liberate (a slave) from bondage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emancipation",1,1,1 ], "the act of freeing or state of being freed; liberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emancipation",1,1,2 ], "freedom from inhibition and convention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emarginate",1,1,1 ], "having a notched tip or edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emasculate",1,1,1 ], "($I!mskj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emasculate",1,2,1 ], "to remove the testicles of; castrate; geld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emasculate",1,2,2 ], "to deprive of vigour, effectiveness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emasculate",1,3,1 ], "($I!mskj$ul$It, -~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emasculate",1,3,2 ], "castrated; gelded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emasculate",1,3,3 ], "deprived of strength, effectiveness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embalm",1,1,1 ], "the blood vessels, to retard putrefaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embalm",1,1,1 ], "to treat (a dead body) with preservatives, as by injecting formaldehyde into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embalm",1,1,2 ], "to preserve or cherish the memory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embalm",1,1,3 ], "to give a sweet fragrance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embank",1,1,1 ], "to protect, enclose, or confine (a waterway, road, etc|) with an embankment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embankment",1,1,1 ], "a man-made ridge of earth or stone that carries a road or railway or confines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embankment",1,1,1 ], "a waterway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embargo" ,1, 1, 1],"a government order prohibiting the departure or arrival of merchant ships in",1). c_DEF([ "embargo" ,1, 1, 1],"its ports",2). c_DEF([ "embargo" ,1, 1, 2],"any legal stoppage of commerce",1). c_DEF([ "embargo" ,1, 1, 3],"a restraint, hindrance, or prohibition",1). c_DEF([ "embargo" ,1, 3, 1],"to lay an embargo upon",1). c_DEF([ "embargo" ,1, 3, 2],"to seize for use by the state",1). c_DEF([ "embark",1,1,1 ], "to board (a ship or aircraft)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embark",1,2,1 ], "to commence or engage (in) a new project, venture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarras de richesses" ,1, 1, 1],"a superfluous abundance of options, from which one finds it difficult to",1). c_DEF([ "embarras de richesses" ,1, 1, 1],"select| Also called: embarras de choix (d@@ !#swa)",2). c_DEF([ "embarrass",1,1,1 ], "to feel or cause to feel confusion or self-consciousness; disconcert; fluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarrass",1,1,2 ], "to involve in financial difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarrass",1,1,3 ], "to make difficult; complicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarrass",1,1,4 ], "to impede; obstruct; hamper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarrassment",1,1,1 ], "the state of being embarrassed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarrassment",1,1,2 ], "something that embarrasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarrassment",1,1,3 ], "a financial predicament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embarrassment",1,1,4 ], "an excessive amount; superfluity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embassy",1,1,1 ], "the residence or place of official business of an ambassador" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embassy",1,1,2 ], "an ambassador and his entourage collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embassy",1,1,3 ], "the position, business, or mission of an ambassador" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embassy",1,1,4 ], "agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embassy",1,1,4 ], "any important or official mission, duty, etc|, esp| one undertaken by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embattle",1,1,1 ], "to deploy (troops) for battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embattle",1,1,2 ], "to strengthen or fortify (a position, town, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embattle",1,1,3 ], "to provide (a building) with battlements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embattled",1,1,1 ], "prepared for or engaged in conflict, controversy, or battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embattled",1,1,2 ], "having an indented edge resembling battlements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embay",1,1,1 ], "to form into a bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embay",1,1,2 ], "to enclose in or as if in a bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embay",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of the wind) to force (a ship, esp| a sailing ship) into a bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embayment",1,1,1 ], "a shape resembling a bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embed",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by in) to fix or become fixed firmly and deeply in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embed",1,1,1 ], "surrounding solid mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embed",1,2,1 ], "to surround closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embed",1,3,1 ], "to fix or retain (a thought, idea, etc|) in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embed",1,4,1 ], "to insert (a subordinate clause) into a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embellish",1,1,1 ], "to improve or beautify by adding detail or ornament; adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embellish",1,1,2 ], "to make (a story, etc|) more interesting by adding detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embellish",1,1,3 ], "to provide (a melody, part, etc|) with ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ember goose",1,1,1 ], "another name for the great northern diver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ember goose",1,1,2 ], "(the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ember",1,1,1 ], "a glowing or smouldering piece of coal or wood, as in a dying fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ember",1,1,2 ], "the fading remains of a past emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embezzle",1,1,1 ], "to convert (money or property entrusted to one) fraudulently to one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embezzle",1,1,1 ], "use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embitter",1,1,1 ], "to make (a person) resentful or bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embitter",1,1,2 ], "to aggravate (an already hostile feeling, difficult situation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblaze",1,1,1 ], "to cause to light up; illuminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblaze",1,1,2 ], "to set fire to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblazon",1,1,1 ], "heraldry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emblazon",1,1,1 ], "to describe, portray, or colour (arms) according to the conventions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblazon",1,1,2 ], "to portray heraldic arms on (a shield, one's notepaper, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblazon",1,1,3 ], "to make bright or splendid, as with colours, flowers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblazon",1,1,4 ], "to glorify, praise, or extol, often so as to attract great publicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblazonry",1,1,1 ], "another name for blazonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblem",1,1,1 ], "a visible object or representation that symbolizes a quality, type, group," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblem",1,1,1 ], "etc|, esp| the concrete symbol of an abstract idea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emblem",1,1,2 ], "an allegorical picture containing a moral lesson, often with an explanatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblem",1,1,2 ], "motto or verses, esp| one printed in an emblem book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emblematize" ,1, 1, 1],"emblemize , or emblematise, emblemisevb",1). c_DEF([ "emblematize" ,1, 2, 1],"to function as an emblem of; symbolize",1). c_DEF([ "emblematize" ,1, 2, 2],"to represent by or as by an emblem",1). c_DEF([ "emblements",1,1,1 ], "annual crops and vegetable products cultivated by man's labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emblements",1,1,2 ], "the profits from such crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embody",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to give a tangible, bodily, or concrete form to (an abstract concept)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embody",1,1,2 ], "to be an example of or express (an idea, principle, etc|), esp| in action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embody",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by in) to collect or unite in a comprehensive whole, system," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embody",1,1,3 ], "etc|; comprise; include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embody",1,1,4 ], "incarnate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embody",1,1,4 ], "to invest (a spiritual entity) with a body or with bodily form; render" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolden",1,1,1 ], "to encourage make bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolectomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical removal of an embolus that is blocking a blood vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an embolus or embolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resulting from invagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolism",1,1,1 ], "the occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolism",1,1,2 ], "intercalation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embolism",1,1,2 ], "the insertion of one or more days into a calendar, esp| the Jewish calendar;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolism",1,1,3 ], "a prayer inserted in the canon of the Mass between the Lord's Prayer and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolism",1,1,3 ], "breaking of the bread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embolism",1,1,4 ], "another name (not in technical use) for embolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embolus",1,1,1 ], "by the blood stream until it becomes lodged within a small vessel and impedes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embolus",1,1,1 ], "circulation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "embolus",1,1,1 ], "material, such as part of a blood clot or an air bubble, that is transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emboly",1,1,1 ], "another name for invagination ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embonpoint",1,1,1 ], "plumpness or stoutness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embonpoint",1,2,1 ], "plump; stout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embosom",1,1,1 ], "to enclose or envelop, esp| protectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embosom",1,1,2 ], "to clasp to the bosom; hug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embosom",1,1,3 ], "to cherish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emboss",1,1,1 ], "above the surface in low relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emboss",1,1,1 ], "to mould or carve (a decoration or design) on (a surface) so that it is raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emboss",1,1,2 ], "to cause to bulge; make protrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embouchure",1,1,1 ], "the mouth of a river or valley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embouchure",1,1,1,1 ], "the correct application of the lips and tongue in playing a wind instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embouchure",1,1,1,2 ], "the mouthpiece of a wind instrument, esp| of the brass family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embow",1,1,1 ], "to design or create (a structure) in the form of an arch or vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embowel",1,1,1 ], "to bury or embed deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embowel",1,1,2 ], "another word for disembowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embower",1,1,1 ], "to enclose in or as in a bower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) to take or clasp (another person) in the arms, or (of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,1,1 ], "people) to clasp each other, as in affection, greeting, etc|; hug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,1,2 ], "to accept (an opportunity, challenge, etc|) willingly or eagerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,1,3 ], "to take up (a new idea, faith, etc|); adopt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,1,4 ], "to comprise or include as an integral part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,1,5 ], "to encircle or enclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,1,6 ], "to perceive or understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,2,1 ], "the act of embracing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",1,2,2 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrace",2,1,1 ], "to commit or attempt to commit embracery against (a jury, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embraceor",1,1,1 ], "a person guilty of embracery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embracery",1,1,1 ], "bribery or threats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embracery",1,1,1 ], "the offence of attempting by corrupt means to influence a jury or juror, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embranchment",1,1,1 ], "the process of branching out, esp| by a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embranchment",1,1,2 ], "a branching out or ramification, as of a river or mountain range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrangle",1,1,1 ], "to confuse or entangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrasure",1,1,1 ], "an opening or indentation, as in a battlement, for shooting through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrasure",1,1,2 ], "an opening forming a door or window, having splayed sides that increase the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrasure",1,1,2 ], "width of the opening in the interior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embrectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of an embryo, esp| in cases of ectopic pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrocate",1,1,1 ], "to apply a liniment or lotion to (a part of the body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrocation",1,1,1 ], "a drug or agent for rubbing into the skin; liniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embroider",1,1,1 ], "to do decorative needlework upon (cloth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embroider",1,1,2 ], "to add fictitious or fanciful detail to (a story)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embroider",1,1,3 ], "to add exaggerated or improbable details to (an account of an event, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embroidery",1,1,1 ], "being a picture or pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embroidery",1,1,1 ], "decorative needlework done usually on loosely woven cloth or canvas, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embroidery",1,1,2 ], "elaboration or exaggeration, esp| in writing or reporting; embellishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embroil",1,1,1 ], "to involve (a person, oneself, etc|) in trouble, conflict, or argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embroil",1,1,2 ], "entangle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embroil",1,1,2 ], "to throw (affairs, etc|) into a state of confusion or disorder; complicate;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embrue",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of imbrue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of an embryo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryo sac",1,1,1 ], "of seed plants: contains the embryo plant and endosperm after fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embryo sac",1,1,1 ], "the structure within a plant ovule that contains the egg cell; the megaspore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,1 ], "an animal in the early stages of development following cleavage of the zygote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,1 ], "and ending at birth or hatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,2 ], "month of pregnancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,2 ], "the human product of conception up to approximately the end of the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,3 ], "a plant in the early stages of development: in higher plants, the plumule," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,3 ], "cotyledons, and radicle within the seed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,4 ], "an undeveloped or rudimentary state (esp| in the phrase in embryo)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryo",1,1,5 ], "something in an early stage of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryogeny",1,1,1 ], "the formation and development of an embryo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryogeny",1,1,2 ], "the study of these processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the study of embryos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryology",1,1,2 ], "the structure and development of the embryo of a particular organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryol|",1,1,1 ], "embryology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryonic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an embryo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embryonic",1,1,2 ], "in an early stage; rudimentary; undeveloped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embus",1,1,1 ], "to cause (troops) to board or (of troops) to board a transport vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "embusqu",1,1,1 ], "a man who avoids military conscription by obtaining a government job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emcee" ,1, 1, 1],"a master of ceremonies",1). c_DEF([ "emcee" ,1, 2, 1],"to act as master of ceremonies (for or at)",1). c_DEF([ "emend",1,1,1 ], "to make corrections or improvements in (a text) by critical editing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emendation",1,1,1 ], "a correction or improvement in a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emendation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of emending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerald",1,1,1 ], "a green transparent variety of beryl: highly valued as a gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerald",1,1,1,1 ], "the clear green colour of an emerald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerald",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerald",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a size of printer's type approximately equal to 6point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerge",1,1,1 ], "to come up to the surface of or rise from water or other liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerge",1,1,2 ], "to come into view, as from concealment or obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerge",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by from) to come out (of) or live (through a difficult experience," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emerge",1,1,3 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emerge",1,1,4 ], "to become apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergence",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of emerging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergence",1,1,2 ], "an outgrowth, such as a prickle, that contains no vascular tissue and does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergence",1,1,2 ], "develop into stem, leaf, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emergency",1,1,1,1 ], "a patient requiring urgent treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergency",1,1,1,1 ], "an unforeseen or sudden occurrence, esp| of a danger demanding immediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergency",1,1,1,1 ], "remedy or action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emergency",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergency",1,1,2 ], "law applies, usually because of civil unrest or natural disaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emergency",1,1,2 ], "state of emergency| a condition, declared by a government, in which martial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergent evolution",1,1,1 ], "of an unpredictable rearrangement of the already existing entities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "emergent evolution",1,1,1 ], "such as life and consciousness, appear at certain critical points, usually because" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emergent evolution",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that, in the course of evolution, some entirely new properties," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergent",1,1,1 ], "coming into being or notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergent",1,1,2 ], "(of a nation) recently independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emergent",1,2,1 ], "an aquatic plant with stem and leaves above the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emeritus",1,1,1 ], "retired or honourably discharged from full-time work, but retaining one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emeritus",1,1,1 ], "title on an honorary basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emersed",1,1,1 ], "(of the leaves or stems of aquatic plants) protruding above the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emersed",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emersion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of emerging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emersion",1,1,2 ], "the reappearance of a celestial body after an eclipse or occultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emery board",1,1,1 ], "a strip of cardboard or wood with a rough surface of crushed emery, for filing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emery board",1,1,1 ], "one's nails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emery wheel",1,1,1 ], "a grinding or polishing wheel the surface of which is coated with abrasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emery wheel",1,1,1 ], "emery particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emery",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard greyish-black mineral consisting of corundum with either magnetite or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emery",1,1,1,1 ], "etc| Formula: Al2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "emery",1,1,1,1 ], "haematite: used as an abrasive and polishing agent, esp| as a coating on paper, cloth," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emery",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emesis",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emetic",1,1,1 ], "causing vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emetic",1,2,1 ], "an emetic agent or drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emetine",1,1,1 ], "a white bitter poisonous alkaloid obtained from ipecac: the hydrochloride is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emetine",1,1,1 ], "used to treat amoebic infections| Formula: C29H40O4N2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emf",1,1,1 ], "electromotive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emigr",1,1,1 ], "an emigrant, esp| one forced to leave his native country for political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emigr",1,1,1 ], "reasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emigrant",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who leaves one place or country, esp| a native country, to settle in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emigrant",1,1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emigrant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emigrate",1,1,1 ], "in another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emigrate",1,1,1 ], "to leave one place or country, esp| one's native country, in order to settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emigration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of emigrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emigration",1,1,2 ], "emigrants considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eminence",1,1,1 ], "a position of superiority, distinction, high rank, or fame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eminence",1,1,2 ], "a high or raised piece of ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eminence",1,1,3 ], "a projection of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eminent domain",1,1,1 ], "the right of a state to confiscate private property for public use, payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eminent domain",1,1,1 ], "usually being made to the owners in compensation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eminent",1,1,1 ], "above others in rank, merit, or reputation; distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eminent",1,1,2 ], "noteworthy, conspicuous, or outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eminent",1,1,3 ], "projecting or protruding; prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emir",1,1,1 ], "(in the Islamic world) an independent ruler or chieftain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emir",1,1,2 ], "a military commander or governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emir",1,1,3 ], "a descendant of Mohammed|Also spelled: amir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emirate",1,1,1 ], "the rank or office of an emir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emirate",1,1,2 ], "the government, jurisdiction, or territory of an emir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emissary",1,1,1,1 ], "an agent or messenger sent on a mission, esp| one who represents a government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emissary",1,1,1,1 ], "or head of state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emissary",1,1,1,2 ], "an emissary delegation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emissary",1,1,2 ], "an agent sent on a secret mission, as a spy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emission spectrum",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of the emitting substance and the type of excitation to which it is subjected" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "emission spectrum",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation emitted by a substance is passed into a spectrometer| The spectrum is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emission spectrum",1,1,1 ], "the continuous spectrum or pattern of bright lines or bands seen when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emission",1,1,1 ], "the act of emitting or sending forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emission",1,1,2 ], "energy, in the form of heat, light, radio waves, etc|, emitted from a source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emission",1,1,3 ], "a substance, fluid, etc|, that is emitted; discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emission",1,1,4 ], "a measure of the number of electrons emitted by a cathode or electron gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emission",1,1,5 ], "any bodily discharge, esp| an involuntary release of semen during sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emission",1,1,6 ], "an issue, as of currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emissivity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a surface to radiate energy as measured by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emissivity",1,1,1 ], "ratio of the radiant flux per unit area to that radiated by a black body at the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emissivity",1,1,1 ], "temperature| Symbol: e" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "emit",1,1,1 ], "to give or send forth; discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emit",1,1,2 ], "to give voice to; utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emit",1,1,3 ], "to give off (radiation or particles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emit",1,1,4 ], "to put (currency) into circulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emitter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that emits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emitter",1,1,2 ], "a radioactive substance that emits radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emitter",1,1,3 ], "originate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emitter",1,1,3 ], "the region in a transistor in which the charge-carrying holes or electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emmenagogue",1,1,1 ], "a drug or agent that increases menstrual flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emmenagogue",1,2,1 ], "also emmenagogic ($I~m$en@@!g$Ad#f$Ik)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emmenagogue",1,2,2 ], "inducing or increasing menstrual flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emmer",1,1,1 ], "a cereal crop and for livestock food: thought to be an ancestor of many other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emmer",1,1,1 ], "a variety of wheat, Triticum dicoccum, grown in mountainous parts of Europe as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emmer",1,1,1 ], "varieties of wheat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "emmet",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for ant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emmetropia",1,1,1 ], "focused on the retina without the need for accommodation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emmetropia",1,1,1 ], "the normal condition of perfect vision, in which parallel light rays are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emollient",1,1,1 ], "softening or soothing, esp| to the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emollient",1,2,1 ], "any preparation or substance that has a softening or soothing effect, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emollient",1,2,1 ], "when applied to the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emolument",1,1,1 ], "or wages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emolument",1,1,1 ], "the profit arising from an office or employment, usually in the form of fees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emote",1,1,1 ], "to display exaggerated emotion, as in acting; behave theatrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotion",1,1,1 ], "any strong feeling, as of joy, sorrow, or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotional",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or expressive of emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotional",1,1,2 ], "readily or excessively affected by emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotional",1,1,3 ], "appealing to or arousing emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotional",1,1,4 ], "caused, determined, or actuated by emotion rather than reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotionalism",1,1,1 ], "emotional nature, character, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotionalism",1,1,2 ], "a tendency to yield readily to the emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotionalism",1,1,3 ], "an appeal to the emotions, esp| an excessive appeal, as to an audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotionalism",1,1,4 ], "a doctrine stressing the value of deeply felt responses in ethics and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotionalism",1,1,4 ], "arts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emotionalize",1,1,1 ], "to make emotional subject to emotional treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotive",1,1,1 ], "tending or designed to arouse emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotive",1,1,2 ], "of or characterized by emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emotivism",1,1,1 ], "feelings of the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emotivism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that moral utterances do not have a truth value but express the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empale",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of impale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empanel",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empanel",1,1,2 ], "to enter on a list (names of persons to be summoned for jury service)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empanel",1,1,3 ], "to select (a jury) from the names on such a list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empathic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to empathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empathize",1,1,1 ], "to engage in or feel empathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empathy",1,1,1 ], "feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empathy",1,1,1 ], "the power of understanding and imaginatively entering into another person's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empathy",1,1,2 ], "or intellectual feelings about it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empathy",1,1,2 ], "the attribution to an object, such as a work of art, of one's own emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empennage",1,1,1 ], "the rear part of an aircraft, comprising the fin, rudder, and tailplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emperor penguin",1,1,1 ], "an Antarctic penguin, Aptenodytes forsteri, with orange-yellow patches on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emperor penguin",1,1,1 ], "neck: the largest penguin, reaching a height of 1|3 m (4 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emperor",1,1,1 ], "a monarch who rules or reigns over an empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emperor",1,1,2 ], "Saturnia pavonia of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emperor",1,1,2 ], "any of several large saturniid moths with eyelike markings on each wing, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emperor",1,1,3 ], "Apatura, esp| A| iris, having mottled purple-and-brown wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emperor",1,1,3 ], "purple emperor| any of several Old World nymphalid butterflies of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emperor",1,1,4 ], "a size of drawing or writing paper, 48 by 72 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empery",1,1,1 ], "dominion or power; empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphasis",1,1,1 ], "special importance or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphasis",1,1,2 ], "an object, idea, etc|, that is given special importance or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphasis",1,1,3 ], "stress made to fall on a particular syllable, word, or phrase in speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphasis",1,1,4 ], "force or intensity of expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphasis",1,1,5 ], "sharpness or clarity of form or outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphasize",1,1,1 ], "to give emphasis or prominence to stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphatic",1,1,1 ], "expressed, spoken, or done with emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphatic",1,1,2 ], "forceful and positive; definite; direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphatic",1,1,3 ], "sharp or clear in form, contour, or outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphatic",1,1,4 ], "important or significant; stressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphatic",1,1,5 ], "accompanying pharyngeal constriction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emphatic",1,1,5 ], "denoting certain dental consonants of Arabic that are pronounced with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphatic",1,2,1 ], "an emphatic consonant, as used in Arabic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphysema",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the air sacs of the lungs are grossly enlarged, causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emphysema",1,1,1 ], "breathlessness and wheezing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emphysema",1,1,2 ], "the abnormal presence of air in a tissue or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,1 ], "an aggregate of peoples and territories, often of great extent, under the rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,1 ], "of a single person, oligarchy, or sovereign state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,2 ], "any monarchy that for reasons of history, prestige, etc|, has an emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,2 ], "rather than a king as head of state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,3 ], "the period during which a particular empire exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,4 ], "supreme power; sovereignty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,5 ], "a large industrial organization with many ramifications, esp| a multinational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empire",1,1,5 ], "corporation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empire-builder",1,1,1 ], "a person who seeks extra power for its own sake, esp| by increasing the number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empire-builder",1,1,1 ], "of his subordinates or staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empiric",1,1,1 ], "a person who relies on empirical methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empiric",1,1,2 ], "a medical quack; charlatan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empiric",1,2,1 ], "a variant of empirical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical formula",1,1,1 ], "a chemical formula indicating the proportion of each element present in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical formula",1,1,1 ], "molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empirical formula",1,1,2 ], "a formula or expression obtained from experimental data rather than theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical",1,1,1 ], "derived from or relating to experiment and observation rather than theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical",1,1,2 ], "(of medical treatment) based on practical experience rather than scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical",1,1,2 ], "proof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empirical",1,1,2,1 ], "(of knowledge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical",1,1,3 ], "derived from experience rather than by logic from first principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a proposition) subject, at least theoretically, to verification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empirical",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to medical quackery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empiricism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that all knowledge derives from experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empiricism",1,1,2 ], "the use of empirical methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empiricism",1,1,3 ], "medical quackery; charlatanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emplace",1,1,1 ], "to put in place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emplacement",1,1,1 ], "a prepared position for the siting of a gun or other weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emplacement",1,1,2 ], "the act of putting or state of being put in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emplane",1,1,1 ], "to board or put on board an aeroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employ",1,1,1 ], "to engage or make use of the services of (a person) in return for money; hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employ",1,1,2 ], "to provide work or occupation for; keep busy; occupy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employ",1,1,3 ], "to use as a means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employ",1,2,1 ], "the state of being employed (esp| in the phrase in someone's employ)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employee",1,1,1 ], "a person who is hired to work for another or for a business, firm, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employee",1,1,1 ], "return for payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "employer",1,1,1 ], "a person, business, firm, etc|, that employs workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employer",1,1,2 ], "a person who employs; user" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employment agency",1,1,1 ], "a private firm whose business is placing people in jobs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employment exchange",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the Employment Service Agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employment",1,1,1 ], "the act of employing or state of being employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employment",1,1,2 ], "the work or occupation in which a person is employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "employment",1,1,3 ], "the purpose for which something is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empoison",1,1,1 ], "to embitter or corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empoison",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for poison 9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empolder",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of impolder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emporium",1,1,1 ], "a large and often ostentatious retail shop offering for sale a wide variety of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emporium",1,1,1 ], "merchandise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empoverish",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of impoverish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empower",1,1,1 ], "to give or delegate power or authority to; authorize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empower",1,1,2 ], "to give ability to; enable or permit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empress",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of an emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empress",1,1,2 ], "a woman who holds the rank of emperor in her own right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empress",1,1,3 ], "a woman of great power and influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emprise",1,1,1 ], "a chivalrous or daring enterprise; adventure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emprise",1,1,2 ], "chivalrous daring or prowess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empt",1,1,1 ], "to empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,1,1 ], "containing nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,1,2 ], "without inhabitants; vacant or unoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,1,3 ], "carrying no load, passengers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,1,4 ], "without purpose, substance, or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,1,5 ], "insincere or trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,1,6 ], "not expressive or vital; vacant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,1,7 ], "hungry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,2,1 ], "devoid; destitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,2,2 ], "drained of energy or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,2,3 ], "(of a set or class) containing no members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,3,1 ], "to make or become empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by into) to discharge (contents)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,3,3 ], "(tr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,3,4 ], "often foll| by of) to unburden or rid (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty",1,3,5 ], "an empty container, esp| a bottle or can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty-handed",1,1,1 ], "carrying nothing in the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty-handed",1,1,2 ], "having gained nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empty-headed",1,1,1 ], "lacking intelligence or sense; frivolous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyema",1,1,1 ], "a collection of pus in a body cavity, esp| in the chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,1,1 ], "God and the angels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,1,1 ], "the highest part of the (supposedly spherical) heavens, thought in ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,1,1 ], "times to contain the pure element of fire and by early Christians to be the abode of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,1,2 ], "the heavens or sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,2,1 ], "also empyreal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the sky, the heavens, or the empyrean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,2,3 ], "heavenly or sublime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyrean",1,2,4 ], "composed of fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "empyreuma",1,1,1 ], "the smell and taste associated with burning vegetable and animal matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emu bush",1,1,1 ], "Myoporaceae), whose fruits are eaten by emus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emu bush",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian shrubs, esp| those of the genus Eremophila (family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emu",1,1,1 ], "a large Australian flightless bird, Dromaius novaehollandiae, similar to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emu",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emu",1,1,1 ], "ostrich but with three-toed feet and grey or brown plumage: order Casuariiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emu-wren",1,1,1 ], "any Australian wren of the genus Stipiturus, having long plumy tail feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulate",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to attempt to equal or surpass, esp| by imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulate",1,1,2 ], "to rival or compete with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulation",1,1,1 ], "the act of emulating or imitating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulation",1,1,2 ], "the effort or desire to equal or surpass another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulation",1,1,3 ], "jealous rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulous",1,1,1 ], "desiring or aiming to equal or surpass another; competitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulous",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or arising from emulation or imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulous",1,1,3 ], "envious or jealous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulsify",1,1,1 ], "to make or form into an emulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulsion",1,1,1 ], "a light-sensitive coating on a base, such as paper or film, consisting of fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulsion",1,1,1 ], "grains of silver bromide suspended in gelatin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emulsion",1,1,2 ], "a colloid in which both phases are liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulsion",1,1,3 ], "a type of paint in which the pigment is suspended in a vehicle, usually a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulsion",1,1,3 ], "synthetic resin, that is dispersed in water as an emulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "emulsion",1,1,4 ], "a mixture in which an oily medicine is dispersed in another liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulsion",1,1,5 ], "any liquid resembling milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emulsoid",1,1,1 ], "a sol with a liquid disperse phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "emunctory" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to a bodily organ or duct having an excretory function",1). c_DEF([ "emunctory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "emunctory" ,1, 2, 2],"an excretory organ or duct, such as a skin pore",1). c_DEF([ "en attendant",1,1,1 ], "in the mean time; while waiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en bloc",1,1,1 ], "in a lump or block; as a body or whole; all together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en brochette",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of meat) roasted or grilled on a skewer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en brosse",1,2,1 ], "(of the hair) cut very short so that the hair stands up stiffly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en clair",1,2,1 ], "in ordinary language; not in cipher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en dash",1,1,1 ], "a dash (-) one en long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en f",1,1,1 ], "dressed for a festivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en f",1,1,2 ], "engaged in a festivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en face",1,1,1 ], "facing forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en face",1,1,2 ], "opposite; facing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en famille",1,1,1 ], "with one's family; at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en famille",1,1,2 ], "in a casual way; informally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en garde",1,1,1 ], "attack or bout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "en garde",1,1,1 ], "on guard; a call to a fencer to adopt a defensive stance in readiness for an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en garde",1,2,1 ], "(of a fencer) in such a stance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en masse",1,1,1 ], "in a group, body, or mass; as a whole; all together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en passant",1,1,1 ], "in passing: in chess, said of capturing a pawn that has made an initial move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en passant",1,1,1 ], "moved one square instead of two" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "en passant",1,1,1 ], "of two squares to its fourth rank, bypassing the square where an enemy pawn on its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "en passant",1,1,1 ], "own fifth rank could capture it| The capture is made as if the captured pawn had" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "en pension",1,1,1 ], "in lodgings with all meals provided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en plein",1,2,1 ], "(of a gambling bet) placed entirely on a single number, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en prise",1,2,1 ], "(of a chess piece) exposed to capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en rapport",1,2,1 ], "in sympathy, harmony, or accord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en route",1,1,1 ], "on or along the way; on the road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en suite",1,1,1 ], "as part of a set; forming a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en",1,1,1 ], "half the width of an em" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en-",1,1,1,1 ], "put in or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en-",1,1,1,2 ], "go on or into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en-",1,1,1,3 ], "surround or cover with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en-",1,1,1,4 ], "furnish with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en-",1,1,2 ], "cause to be in a certain condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "en-",2,1,1 ], "in; into; inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enable",1,1,1 ], "do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enable",1,1,1 ], "to provide (someone) with adequate power, means, opportunity, or authority (to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enable",1,1,2 ], "to make possible or easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enabling act",1,1,1 ], "a legislative act conferring certain specified powers on a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enabling act",1,1,1 ], "organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enact",1,1,1 ], "to make into an act or statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enact",1,1,2 ], "to establish by law; ordain or decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enact",1,1,3 ], "to represent or perform in or as if in a play; to act out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,1 ], "a coloured glassy substance, translucent or opaque, fused to the surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,1 ], "articles made of metal, glass, etc|, for ornament or protection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,2 ], "an article or articles ornamented with enamel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,3 ], "an enamel-like paint or varnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,4 ], "any smooth glossy coating resembling enamel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,5 ], "another word for ,nail polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,6 ], "the hard white calcified substance that covers the crown of each tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,6,1 ], "decorated or covered with enamel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,1,6,2 ], "made with enamel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,3,1 ], "to inlay, coat, or otherwise decorate with enamel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,3,2 ], "to ornament with glossy variegated colours, as if with enamel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamel",1,3,3 ], "to portray in enamel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enamour",1,1,1 ], "to inspire with love captivate charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enantiomorph",1,1,1 ], "either of the two crystal forms of a substance that are mirror images of each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enantiomorph",1,1,1 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enarthrosis",1,1,1 ], "a ball-and-socket joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enate",1,1,1 ], "growing out or outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enate",1,1,2 ], "related on the side of the mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enate",1,2,1 ], "a relative on the mother's side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encaenia",1,1,1 ], "a festival of dedication or commemoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encage",1,1,1 ], "to confine in or as in a cage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encamp",1,1,1 ], "to lodge or cause to lodge in a camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encampment",1,1,1 ], "the act of setting up a camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encampment",1,1,2 ], "the place where a camp, esp| a military camp, is set up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encapsulate",1,1,1 ], "to enclose or be enclosed in or as if in a capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encapsulate",1,2,1 ], "to put in a short or concise form; condense; abridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encarnalize",1,1,1 ], "to provide with a bodily form; incarnate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encarnalize",1,1,2 ], "to make carnal, gross, or sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encase",1,1,1 ], "to place or enclose in or as if in a case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encash",1,1,1 ], "to exchange (a cheque) for cash|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encaustic",1,1,1 ], "coloured clays and baking or by fusing wax colours to the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encaustic",1,1,1 ], "decorated by any process involving burning in colours, esp| by inlaying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encaustic",1,2,1 ], "the process of burning in colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encaustic",1,2,2 ], "a product of such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enceinte",1,1,1 ], "another word for pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enceinte",2,1,1 ], "a boundary wall enclosing a defended area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enceinte",2,1,2 ], "the area enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalin",1,1,1 ], "a chemical occurring in the brain, having effects similar to those of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalin",1,1,1 ], "morphine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encephalitis lethargica",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for sleeping sickness ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalogram",1,1,1 ], "an x-ray photograph of the brain, esp| one (a pneumoencephalogram) taken after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalogram",1,1,1 ], "replacing some of the cerebrospinal fluid with air or oxygen so that the brain cavities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encephalogram",1,1,1 ], "show clearly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "encephalogram",1,1,2 ], "short for electroencephalogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalograph",1,1,1 ], "another name for electroencephalograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalograph",1,1,2 ], "another name for encephalogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalography",1,1,1 ], "photographs of the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encephalography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with taking and analysing x-ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalography",1,1,2 ], "another name for electroencephalography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephaloma",1,1,1 ], "a brain tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalomyelitis",1,1,1 ], "acute inflammation of the brain and spinal cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encephalon",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchain",1,1,1 ], "to bind with chains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchain",1,1,2 ], "to hold fast or captivate (the attention, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchant",1,1,1 ], "to cast a spell on; bewitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchant",1,1,2 ], "to delight or captivate utterly; fascinate; charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchanter's nightshade",1,1,1 ], "any of several onagraceous plants of the genus Circaea, esp| C| lutetiana," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchanter's nightshade",1,1,1 ], "having small white flowers and bristly fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enchanting",1,1,1 ], "pleasant; delightful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchantment",1,1,1 ], "the act of enchanting or state of being enchanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchantment",1,1,2 ], "a magic spell or act of witchcraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchantment",1,1,3 ], "great charm or fascination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchase",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for chase ,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchilada",1,1,1 ], "a Mexican dish consisting of a tortilla fried in hot fat, filled with meat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchilada",1,1,1 ], "and served with a chilli sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enchiridion",1,1,1 ], "a handbook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchondroma",1,1,1 ], "a benign cartilaginous tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchorial",1,1,1 ], "of or used in a particular country: used esp| of the popular (demotic) writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enchorial",1,1,1 ], "of the ancient Egyptians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encipher",1,1,1 ], "encode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encipher",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a message, document, etc|) from plain text into code or cipher;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encircle",1,1,1 ], "to form a circle around; enclose within a circle; surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclasp",1,1,1 ], "to clasp embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclave",1,1,1 ], "a part of a country entirely surrounded by foreign territory: viewed from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclave",1,1,1 ], "position of the surrounding territories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enclitic",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a monosyllabic word or form that is treated as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclitic",1,1,1,1 ], "suffix of the preceding word, as Latin -que in populusque" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enclitic",1,1,1,2 ], "(in classical Greek) denoting or relating to a word that throws an accent back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclitic",1,1,1,2 ], "onto the preceding word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enclitic",1,2,1 ], "an enclitic word or linguistic form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclose",1,1,1 ], "to close; hem in; surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclose",1,1,2 ], "to surround (land) with or as if with a fence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclose",1,1,3 ], "to put in an envelope or wrapper, esp| together with a letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclose",1,1,4 ], "to contain or hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosed order",1,1,1 ], "a Christian religious order that does not permit its members to go into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosed order",1,1,1 ], "outside world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,1 ], "the act of enclosing or state of being enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,2 ], "a region or area enclosed by or as if by a fence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,3 ], "barrier around it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,3 ], "the act of appropriating land, esp| common land, by setting up a fence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,4 ], "a fence, wall, etc|, that serves to enclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,5 ], "esp| together with a letter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,5 ], "something, esp| a supporting document, enclosed within an envelope or wrapper," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,6 ], "a section of a sports ground, race course, etc|, allotted to certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enclosure",1,1,6 ], "spectators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encl|",1,1,1 ], "enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encl|",1,1,2 ], "enclosure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encode",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a message) from plain text into code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encomiast",1,1,1 ], "a person who speaks or writes an encomium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encomium",1,1,1 ], "a formal expression of praise eulogy panegyric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encompass",1,1,1 ], "to enclose within a circle; surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encompass",1,1,2 ], "to bring about; cause to happen; contrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encompass",1,1,3 ], "to include entirely or comprehensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encore",1,1,1 ], "again; once more: used by an audience to demand an extra or repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encore",1,1,1 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encore",1,2,1 ], "an extra or repeated performance given in response to enthusiastic demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encore",1,3,1 ], "by (a performer)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encore",1,3,1 ], "to demand an extra or repeated performance of (a work, piece of music, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encounter group",1,1,1 ], "a group of people who meet in order to develop self-awareness and mutual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encounter group",1,1,1 ], "understanding by openly expressing their feelings, by confrontation, physical contact, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encounter",1,1,1 ], "to come upon or meet casually or unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encounter",1,1,2 ], "to come into conflict with (an enemy, army, etc|) in battle or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encounter",1,2,1 ], "to be faced with; contend with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encounter",1,3,1 ], "a meeting with a person or thing, esp| when casual or unexpected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encounter",1,3,2 ], "a hostile meeting; contest or conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encourage",1,1,1 ], "to inspire (someone) with the courage or confidence (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encourage",1,1,2 ], "support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encourage",1,1,2 ], "to stimulate (something or someone to do something) by approval or help;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encrinite",1,1,1 ], "a fossil crinoid, esp| one of the genus Encrinus|Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encrinite",1,1,1 ], "crinite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encroach",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on or upon) to intrude gradually, stealthily, or insidiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encroach",1,1,1 ], "upon the rights, property, etc|, of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encroach",1,1,2 ], "to advance beyond the usual or proper limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encrust",1,1,1 ], "to cover or overlay with or as with a crust or hard coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encrust",1,1,2 ], "to form or cause to form a crust or hard coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encrust",1,2,1 ], "to decorate lavishly, as with jewels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enculturation",1,1,1 ], "another word for socialization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encumber",1,1,1 ], "to hinder or impede; make difficult; hamper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encumber",1,1,2 ], "to fill with superfluous or useless matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encumber",1,1,3 ], "to burden with debts, obligations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encumbrance",1,1,1 ], "a thing that impedes or is burdensome; hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encumbrance",1,1,2 ], "a burden or charge upon property, such as a mortgage or lien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encumbrance",1,1,3 ], "a dependent person, esp| a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encumbrancer",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds an encumbrance on property belonging to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encyclical" ,1, 1, 1],"a letter sent by the pope to all Roman Catholic bishops throughout the world",1). c_DEF([ "encyclical" ,1, 2, 1],"(of letters) intended for general or wide circulation",1). c_DEF([ "encyclopedia",1,1,1 ], "a book, often in many volumes, containing articles on various topics, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encyclopedia",1,1,1 ], "arranged in alphabetical order, dealing either with the whole range of human knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "encyclopedia",1,1,1 ], "or with one particular subject" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "encyclopedic",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to an encyclopedia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encyclopedic",1,1,2 ], "covering a wide range of knowledge; comprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encyclopedist",1,1,1 ], "a person who compiles or contributes to an encyclopedia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "encyst",1,1,1 ], "to enclose or become enclosed by a cyst, thick membrane, or shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ency|",1,1,1 ], "encyclopedia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enc|",1,1,1 ], "enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enc|",1,1,2 ], "enclosure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end matter",1,1,1 ], "another name for back matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end of steel",1,1,1 ], "a point up to which railway tracks have been laid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end of steel",1,1,2 ], "a town located at such a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end organ",1,1,1 ], "the expanded end of a peripheral motor or sensory nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end pin",1,1,1 ], "etc|, that supports it while it is being played" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "end pin",1,1,1 ], "the adjustable metal spike attached to the bottom of a cello, double bass," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end point",1,1,1 ], "colour of an indicator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "end point",1,1,1 ], "the point at which a titration is complete, usually marked by a change in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end point",1,1,2 ], "the point at which anything is complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end product",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "end product",1,1,1 ], "the final result or outcome of a process, series, endeavour, etc|, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end up",1,1,1 ], "to become eventually; turn out to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end up",1,2,1 ], "to arrive, esp| by a circuitous or lengthy route or process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 10],"either of the two defended areas of a playing field, rink, etc",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 11],"a section of play from one side of the green to the other",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 12],"a player at the extremity of the playing line; wing",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 13],"all ends up| totally or completely",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 14],"a sticky end| Informal| an unpleasant death",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 15],"at a loose end or",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 16],"without purpose or occupation",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 17],"at an end",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 18],"exhausted",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 19],"come to an end",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 1],"the extremity of the length of something, such as a road, line, etc",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 20],"to become completed or exhausted",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 21, 1],"with the end pointing towards one",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 21, 2],"with the end adjacent to the end of another object",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 21],"end on",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 22],"go off the deep end| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 23],"to lose one's temper; react angrily",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 24],"in the end",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 25],"finally",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 26],"make (both) ends meet",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 27],"to spend no more than the money one has",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 28],"no end (of)| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 29],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 2],"the surface at either extremity of a three-dimensional object",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 30],"on end| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 31],"without pause or interruption",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 32, 1],"U|S",2). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 32, 1],"the worst, esp| something that goes beyond the limits of endurance|b| Chiefly",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 32],"the end| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 33],"the best in quality",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 34],"the end of the road",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 35],"the point beyond which survival or continuation is impossible",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 37],"to bring or come to a finish; conclude",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 38],"to die or cause to die",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 39],"(tr|) surpass; outdo",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 3],"the extreme extent, limit, or degree of something",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 40],"end it all| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 41],"to commit suicide|~",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 4],"the most distant place or time that can be imagined",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"the last section or part",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 5],"the time at which something is concluded",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 6],"a share or part",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 7],"a remnant or fragment (esp| in the phrase odds and ends)",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 8],"a final state, esp| death; destruction",1). c_DEF([ "end" ,1, 1, 9],"the purpose of an action or existence",1). c_DEF([ "end",2,1,1 ], "to put (hay or grain) into a barn or stack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end-",1,1,1 ], "variant of endo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end-all",1,1,1 ], "short for be-all and end-all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end-blown",1,1,1 ], "(of a recorder, etc|) held downwards and blown through one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "end-stopped",1,1,1 ], "(of verse) having a pause at the end of each line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endamage",1,1,1 ], "to cause injury to damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endamoeba",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of entamoeba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endanger",1,1,1 ], "to put in danger or peril imperil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endarch",1,1,1 ], "(of a xylem strand) having the first-formed xylem internal to that formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endarch",1,1,1 ], "later" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endbrain",1,1,1 ], "another name for telencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endear",1,1,1 ], "to cause to be beloved or esteemed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endearment",1,1,1 ], "something that endears, such as an affectionate utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endearment",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of endearing or the condition of being endeared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endeavour",1,1,1 ], "to try (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endeavour",1,2,1 ], "an effort to do or attain something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endemic" ,1, 1, 1],"present within a localized area or peculiar to persons in such an area",1). c_DEF([ "endemic" ,1, 2, 1],"an endemic disease or plant",1). c_DEF([ "endermic",1,1,1 ], "(of a medicine, etc|) acting by absorption through the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endgame",1,1,1 ], "the board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endgame",1,1,1 ], "the closing stage of a game of chess, in which only a few pieces are left on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endgame",1,1,2 ], "the closing stage of any of certain other games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ending",1,1,1 ], "the act of bringing to or reaching an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ending",1,1,2 ], "the last part of something, as a book, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ending",1,1,3 ], "the final part of a word, esp| a suffix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endive",1,1,1 ], "a plant, Cichorium endivia, cultivated for its crisp curly leaves, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endive",1,1,1 ], "used in salads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endless",1,1,1 ], "having or seeming to have no end; eternal or infinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endless",1,1,2 ], "continuing too long or continually recurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endless",1,1,3 ], "formed with the ends joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endlong",1,1,1 ], "lengthways or on end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endmost",1,1,1 ], "nearest the end; most distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endo-",1,1,1 ], "inside; within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoblast",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for endoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoblast",1,1,2 ], "another name for hypoblast ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocardial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the endocardium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocardial",1,1,2 ], "within the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocarditis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the endocardium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocardium",1,1,1 ], "the membrane that lines the cavities of the heart and forms part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocardium",1,1,1 ], "valves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endocarp",1,1,1 ], "of a peach or cherry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endocarp",1,1,1 ], "the inner, usually woody, layer of the pericarp of a fruit, such as the stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocentric",1,1,1 ], "(of a construction) fulfilling the grammatical role of one of its constituents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocentric",1,1,1 ], "as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endocentric",1,1,2 ], "head noun mice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endocentric",1,1,2 ], "three blind mice, where the whole noun phrase fulfills the same role as its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocranium",1,1,1 ], "outermost layer of the dura mater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endocranium",1,1,1 ], "the thick fibrous membrane that lines the cranial cavity and forms the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocrine gland",1,1,1 ], "any of the glands that secrete hormones directly into the blood stream," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endocrine gland",1,1,1 ], "including the pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, testes, ovaries, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endocrine gland",1,1,1 ], "pancreatic islets of Langerhans" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "endocrine" ,1, 1, 1],"endocrinous ($end$Akr$In@)",1). c_DEF([ "endocrine" ,1, 1, 2],"of or denoting endocrine glands or their secretions",1). c_DEF([ "endocrine" ,1, 2, 1],"an endocrine gland",1). c_DEF([ "endocrinology",1,1,1 ], "secretions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endocrinology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the endocrine glands and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoderm",1,1,1 ], "the digestive and respiratory tracts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endoderm",1,1,1 ], "the inner germ layer of an animal embryo, which gives rise to the lining of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endodermis",1,1,1 ], "controls the passage of water and dissolved substances between the cortex and stele" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endodermis",1,1,1 ], "the specialized innermost layer of cortex in roots and some stems, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endodontics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of dentistry concerned with diseases of the dental pulp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes, esp| endopeptidases, that act upon inner chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "bonds in a chain of molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endoenzyme",1,1,2 ], "any of a group of enzymes that act within a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoergic",1,1,1 ], "(of a nuclear reaction) occurring with absorption of energy, as opposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoergic",1,1,1 ], "exoergic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endogamy",1,1,1 ], "marriage within one's own tribe or similar unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endogamy",1,1,2 ], "pollination between two flowers on the same plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endogen",1,1,1 ], "a former name for monocotyledon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endogenous",1,1,1 ], "developing or originating within an organism or part of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endolymph",1,1,1 ], "the fluid that fills the membranous labyrinth of the internal ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endometriosis",1,1,1 ], "on the ovaries, resulting in premenstrual pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endometriosis",1,1,1 ], "the presence of endometrium in areas other than the lining of the uterus, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endometrium",1,1,1 ], "the mucous membrane that lines the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endomorph",1,1,1 ], "a type of person having a body build characterized by roundness, fatness, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endomorph",1,1,1 ], "heaviness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endomorph",1,1,2 ], "a mineral that naturally occurs enclosed within another mineral, as within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endomorph",1,1,2 ], "quartz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endomorphism",1,1,1 ], "a type of metamorphism in which changes are induced in the cooling molten rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endomorphism",1,1,1 ], "material by contact with the older rocks surrounding it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endoneurium",1,1,1 ], "the delicate connective tissue surrounding nerve fibres within a bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoparasite",1,1,1 ], "a parasite, such as the tapeworm, that lives within the body of its host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endopeptidase",1,1,1 ], "any proteolytic enzyme, such as pepsin, that splits a protein into smaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endopeptidase",1,1,1 ], "peptide fragments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant, such as a parasitic fungus, that lives within another plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoplasm",1,1,1 ], "outer cytoplasm (see ectoplasm ,1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the inner cytoplasm that in many cells is more granular and fluid than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoplasmic reticulum",1,1,1 ], "a network of membranes in the cytoplasm of most cells, functioning in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoplasmic reticulum",1,1,1 ], "intracellular transport| It is sometimes covered with numerous particles (ribosomes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,1 ], "to give approval or sanction to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,2 ], "payee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,2 ], "to sign (one's name) on the back of (a cheque, etc|) to specify oneself as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,2,1 ], "rights to a specified payee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,2,1 ], "to sign the back of (a negotiable document) to transfer ownership of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,2,2 ], "to specify (a designated sum) as transferable to another as payee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,3 ], "document" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,3 ], "to write (a qualifying comment, recommendation, etc|) on the back of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,4 ], "to sign a document, as when confirming receipt of payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorse",1,1,5 ], "to record (a conviction) on (a driving licence)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorsee",1,1,1 ], "the person in whose favour a negotiable instrument is endorsed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorsement",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of endorsing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorsement",1,1,2 ], "something that endorses, such as a signature or qualifying comment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorsement",1,1,3 ], "approval or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorsement",1,1,4 ], "a record of a motoring offence on a driving licence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorsement",1,1,5 ], "a clause in or amendment to an insurance policy allowing for alteration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endorsement",1,1,5 ], "coverage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endoscope",1,1,1 ], "a long slender medical instrument for examining the interior of a hollow organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoscope",1,1,1 ], "such as the urinary bladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endoskeleton",1,1,1 ], "the internal skeleton of an animal, esp| the bony or cartilaginous skeleton of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endoskeleton",1,1,1 ], "vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endosmosis",1,1,1 ], "osmosis in which water enters a cell or organism from the surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endosmosis",1,1,1 ], "solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endosome",1,1,1 ], "any dense particle of chromatin within a nucleus, esp| a nucleolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endosperm",1,1,1 ], "the developing embryo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endosperm",1,1,1 ], "the tissue within the seed of a flowering plant that surrounds and nourishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endospore",1,1,1 ], "a small asexual spore produced by some bacteria and algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endospore",1,1,2 ], "the innermost wall of a spore or pollen grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endosteum",1,1,1 ], "a highly vascular membrane lining the internal surface of long bones, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endosteum",1,1,1 ], "the femur and humerus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endostosis",1,1,1 ], "the conversion of cartilage into bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endothecium",1,1,1 ], "the inner mass of cells of the developing capsule in mosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endothecium",1,1,2 ], "the fibrous tissue of the inner wall of an anther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endothelioma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour originating in endothelial tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endothelium",1,1,1 ], "a tissue consisting of a single layer of cells that lines the blood and lymph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endothelium",1,1,1 ], "vessels, heart, and some other cavities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endothermic",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endothermic",1,1,1 ], "of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endotoxin",1,1,1 ], "a toxin contained within the protoplasm of an organism, esp| a bacterium, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endotoxin",1,1,1 ], "liberated only at death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endover",1,1,1 ], "a movement in a straight line by means of a series of spins through 180" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endover",1,1,1 ], "degrees all in the same direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endow",1,1,1 ], "to provide with or bequeath a source of permanent income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endow",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by with) to provide (with qualities, characteristics, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endow",1,1,3 ], "to provide with a dower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endowment assurance",1,1,1 ], "a form of life insurance that provides for the payment of a specified sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endowment assurance",1,1,1 ], "before this date" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "endowment assurance",1,1,1 ], "directly to the policyholder at a designated date or to his beneficiary should he die" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endowment",1,1,1,1 ], "the source of income with which an institution, etc|, is endowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endowment",1,1,1,2 ], "the income itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endowment",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of endowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endowment",1,1,3 ], "natural talents or qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endpaper",1,1,1 ], "either of two leaves at the front and back of a book pasted to the inside of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endpaper",1,1,1 ], "the board covers and the first leaf of the book to secure the binding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endplate",1,1,1 ], "any usually flat platelike structure at the end of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endplate",1,1,2 ], "the flattened end of a motor nerve fibre, which transmits impulses to muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endplay",1,1,1 ], "a way of playing the last few tricks in a hand so that an opponent is forced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endplay",1,1,1 ], "to make a particular lead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "endplay",1,2,1 ], "to force (an opponent) to make a particular lead near the end of a hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)(usually foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endue",1,1,2 ], "to invest or provide, as with some quality or trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endue",1,1,3 ], "to don or assume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endue",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by with) to clothe or dress (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endurance",1,1,1 ], "the capacity, state, or an instance of enduring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endurance",1,1,2 ], "something endured; a hardship, strain, or privation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endure",1,1,1 ], "to undergo (hardship, strain, privation, etc|) without yielding; bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endure",1,2,1 ], "to permit or tolerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endure",1,3,1 ], "to last or continue to exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enduring",1,1,1 ], "permanent; lasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enduring",1,1,2 ], "having forbearance; long-suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endways",1,1,1 ], "having the end forwards or upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endways",1,2,1 ], "vertical or upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endways",1,2,2 ], "lengthways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "endways",1,2,3 ], "standing or lying end to end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enema",1,1,1 ], "or nourish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enema",1,1,1 ], "the introduction of liquid into the rectum to evacuate the bowels, medicate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enema",1,1,2 ], "the liquid so introduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enemy",1,1,1 ], "a person hostile or opposed to a policy, cause, person, or group, esp| one who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enemy",1,1,1 ], "actively tries to do damage; opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enemy",1,1,1,1 ], "a hostile nation or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enemy",1,1,1,1 ], "an armed adversary; opposing military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enemy",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enemy",1,1,2 ], "something that harms or opposes; adversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energetic",1,1,1 ], "having or showing much energy or force; vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with energy and its transformations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energid",1,1,1 ], "a biological unit that consists of nucleus and cytoplasm but does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energid",1,1,1 ], "constitute a cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "energize",1,1,1 ], "to have or cause to have energy; invigorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energize",1,2,1 ], "field winding, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "energize",1,2,1 ], "to apply a source of electric current or electromotive force to (a circuit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energumen",1,1,1 ], "a person thought to be possessed by an evil spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energumen",1,1,2 ], "a fanatic or zealot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy band",1,1,1 ], "a range of energy levels associated with the electrons in a crystalline solid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy band",1,1,1 ], "the distribution of which determines the conducting properties of the solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "energy level",1,1,1 ], "is separated by finite amounts of energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "energy level",1,1,1 ], "one of the states of constant energy in which a system may exist| Each level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy level",1,1,2 ], "the energy of such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy",1,1,1 ], "intensity or vitality of action or expression; forcefulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy",1,1,2 ], "capacity or tendency for intense activity; vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy",1,1,3 ], "vigorous or intense action; exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy",1,1,3,1 ], "the capacity of a body or system to do work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy",1,1,3,2 ], "a measure of this capacity, expressed as the work that it does in changing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "energy",1,1,3,2 ], "some specified reference state| It is measured in joules (SI units)| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enervate",1,2,1 ], "to deprive of strength or vitality; weaken physically or mentally; debilitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enervate",1,3,1 ], "($I!n$z$:v$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enervate",1,3,2 ], "deprived of strength or vitality; weakened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enface",1,1,1 ], "to write, print, or stamp (something) on the face of (a document)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfant terrible",1,1,1 ], "a person given to unconventional conduct or indiscreet remarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfeeble",1,1,1 ], "to make weak deprive of strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfeoff",1,1,1 ], "to invest (a person) with possession of a freehold estate in land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfeoff",1,1,2 ], "(in feudal society) to take (someone) into vassalage by giving a fee or fief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfeoff",1,1,2 ], "in return for certain services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enfilade",1,1,1 ], "a position or formation subject to fire directed along the length as opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfilade",1,1,1 ], "to the breadth of its front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enfilade",1,2,1 ], "to attack (a position or formation) with enfilade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfleurage",1,1,1 ], "perfume-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enfleurage",1,1,1 ], "the process of exposing odourless oils to the scent of fresh flowers, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfold",1,1,1 ], "to cover by enclosing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfold",1,1,2 ], "to embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfold",1,1,3 ], "to form with or as with folds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enforce",1,1,1 ], "to ensure observance of or obedience to (a law, decision, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enforce",1,1,2 ], "to impose (obedience, loyalty, etc|) by or as by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enforce",1,1,3 ], "to emphasize or reinforce (an argument, demand, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfranchise",1,1,1 ], "to grant the power of voting to, esp| as a right of citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfranchise",1,1,2 ], "to liberate, as from servitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfranchise",1,1,3 ], "(in England) to invest (a town, city, etc|) with the right to be represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enfranchise",1,1,3 ], "in Parliament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enfranchise",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) to convert (copyhold land) to freehold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eng",1,1,1 ], "another name for agma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,1,1 ], "to secure the services of; employ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,1,2 ], "to secure for use; reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,1,3 ], "to involve (a person or his attention) intensely; engross; occupy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,1,4 ], "to attract (the affection) of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,1,5 ], "to draw (somebody) into conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,1 ], "to take part; participate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,2 ], "to promise (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,3 ], "to begin an action with (an enemy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,4 ], "to bring (a mechanism) into operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,5 ], "mechanism, such as a gear train" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,5 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo interlocking, as of the components of a driving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,6 ], "into a workpiece to commence cutting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engage",1,2,6 ], "to locate (a locking device) in its operative position or to advance (a tool)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engaged tone",1,1,1 ], "a repeated single note heard on a telephone when the number called is already" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engaged tone",1,1,1 ], "in use| U|S| equivalent: busy signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engaged",1,1,1 ], "pledged to be married; betrothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engaged",1,1,2 ], "employed, occupied, or busy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engaged",1,1,3 ], "built against or attached to a wall or similar structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engaged",1,1,4 ], "(of a telephone line) already in use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagee (fem|)" ,1, 1, 1],"engag''eeFrench",1). c_DEF([ "engagee (fem|)" ,1, 1, 2],"(aga!#fe) adj",1). c_DEF([ "engagee (fem|)" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a writer or artist) morally or politically committed to some ideology",1). c_DEF([ "engagement ring",1,1,1 ], "a ring given by a man to a woman as a token of their betrothal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagement",1,1,1 ], "a pledge of marriage; betrothal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagement",1,1,2 ], "an appointment or arrangement, esp| for business or social purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagement",1,1,3 ], "the act of engaging or condition of being engaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagement",1,1,4 ], "a promise, obligation, or other condition that binds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagement",1,1,5 ], "a period of employment, esp| a limited period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagement",1,1,6 ], "an action; battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engagement",1,1,7 ], "financial obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engaging",1,1,1 ], "pleasing, charming, or winning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engender",1,1,1 ], "to bring about or give rise to; produce or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engender",1,1,2 ], "to be born or cause to be born; bring or come into being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine driver",1,1,1 ], "a man who drives a railway locomotive; train driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine room",1,1,1 ], "a place where engines are housed, esp| on a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine room",1,1,2 ], "a place where heavy or productive work is done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine",1,1,1 ], "any machine designed to convert energy, esp| thermal energy, into mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine",1,1,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engine",1,1,1,1 ], "a railway locomotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine",1,1,2 ], "any of various pieces of equipment formerly used in warfare, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engine",1,1,2 ], "battering ram or gun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engine",1,1,3 ], "any instrument or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,1,1 ], "a person trained in any branch of the profession of engineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,1,2 ], "the originator or manager of a situation, system, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,1,3 ], "a mechanic; one who repairs or services machines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,1,4 ], "the driver of a railway locomotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,1,5 ], "an officer responsible for a ship's engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,1,6 ], "Informal name: sapper| a member of the armed forces, esp| the army, trained in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,1,6 ], "engineering and construction work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,2,1 ], "to originate, cause, or plan in a clever or devious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineer",1,2,2 ], "to design, plan, or construct as a professional engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engineering",1,1,1 ], "and maintenance of engines, cars, machines, etc| (mechanical engineering)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engineering",1,1,1 ], "buildings, bridges, roads, etc| (civil engineering), electrical machines and communication" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "engineering",1,1,1 ], "or aircraft (aeronautical engineering)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "engineering",1,1,1 ], "systems (electrical engineering), chemical plant and machinery (chemical engineering)," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "engineering",1,1,1 ], "the profession of applying scientific principles to the design, construction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enginery",1,1,1 ], "a collection or assembly of engines; machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enginery",1,1,2 ], "engines employed in warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enginery",1,1,3 ], "skilful manoeuvring or contrivance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engin|",1,1,1 ], "engineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "englacial",1,1,1 ], "embedded in, carried by, or running through a glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "englut",1,1,1 ], "to devour ravenously; swallow eagerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "englut",1,1,2 ], "to glut or sate (oneself); surfeit; satiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engorge",1,1,1 ], "to congest with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engorge",1,1,2 ], "to eat (food) ravenously or greedily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engorge",1,1,3 ], "to gorge (oneself); glut; satiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engraft",1,1,1 ], "to graft (a shoot, bud, etc|) onto a stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engraft",1,1,2 ], "to incorporate in a firm or permanent way; implant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engrail",1,1,1 ], "to decorate or mark (the edge of)(a coin, etc|) with small carved notches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engrain",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ingrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engram",1,1,1 ], "the physical basis of an individual memory in the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engrave",1,1,1 ], "to inscribe (a design, writing, etc|) onto (a block, plate, or other surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engrave",1,1,1 ], "used for printing) by carving, etching with acid, or other process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engrave",1,1,2 ], "to print (designs or characters) from a printing plate so made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engrave",1,1,3 ], "to fix deeply or permanently in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engraving",1,1,1 ], "the art of a person who engraves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engraving",1,1,2 ], "a block, plate, or other surface that has been engraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engraving",1,1,3 ], "a print made from such a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engross",1,1,1 ], "to occupy one's attention completely; absorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engross",1,1,2 ], "to write or copy (manuscript) in large legible handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engross",1,1,3 ], "preparatory to execution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "engross",1,1,3 ], "to write or type out formally (a deed, agreement, or other document)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engross",1,1,4 ], "another word for corner ,1,17" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engrossment",1,1,1 ], "a deed or other document that has been engrossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engrossment",1,1,2 ], "the state of being engrossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engr|",1,1,1 ], "engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engr|",1,1,2 ], "engraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engr|",1,1,3 ], "engraver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engulf",1,1,1 ], "to immerse, plunge, bury, or swallow up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "engulf",1,1,2 ], "to overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eng|",1,1,1 ], "engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eng|",1,1,2 ], "engineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eng|",1,1,3 ], "engineering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eng|",1,1,4 ], "engraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eng|",1,1,5 ], "engraver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eng|",1,1,6 ], "engraving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enhance",1,1,1 ], "to intensify or increase in quality, value, etc| improve augment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enharmonic modulation",1,1,1 ], "a change of key achieved by regarding a note in one key as an equivalent note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enharmonic modulation",1,1,1 ], "in another| Thus E flat in the key of A flat could be regarded as D sharp in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enharmonic modulation",1,1,1 ], "key of B major" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "enharmonic",1,1,1 ], "A flat and G sharp: not present in instruments of equal temperament such as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enharmonic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a small difference in pitch between two notes such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enharmonic",1,1,1 ], "piano, but significant in the intonation of stringed and wind instruments" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "enharmonic",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to enharmonic modulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enigma",1,1,1 ], "a person, thing, or situation that is mysterious, puzzling, or ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enigmatize",1,1,1 ], "to make enigmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enisle",1,1,1 ], "to put on or make into an island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjambment",1,1,1 ], "the running over of a sentence from one line of verse into the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoin",1,1,1 ], "to order (someone) to do (something); urge strongly; command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoin",1,1,2 ], "to impose or prescribe (a condition, mode of behaviour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoin",1,1,3 ], "an injunction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enjoin",1,1,3 ], "to require (a person) to do or refrain from doing (some act), esp| by issuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoy",1,1,1 ], "to receive pleasure from; take joy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoy",1,1,2 ], "to have the benefit of; use with satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoy",1,1,3 ], "to have as a condition; experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoy",1,1,4 ], "to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoy",1,1,5 ], "enjoy oneself| to have a good time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoyment",1,1,1 ], "the act or condition of receiving pleasure from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoyment",1,1,2 ], "the use or possession of something that is satisfying or beneficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoyment",1,1,3 ], "something that provides joy or satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enjoyment",1,1,4 ], "the possession or exercise of a legal right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enkindle",1,1,1 ], "to set on fire; kindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enkindle",1,1,2 ], "to excite to activity or ardour; arouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlace",1,1,1 ], "to bind or encircle with or as with laces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlace",1,1,2 ], "to entangle; intertwine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlarge",1,1,1 ], "to make or grow larger in size, scope, etc|; increase or expand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlarge",1,2,1 ], "to make (a photographic print) of a larger size than the negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlarge",1,3,1 ], "to speak or write (about) in greater detail; expatiate (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlargement",1,1,1 ], "the act of enlarging or the condition of being enlarged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlargement",1,1,2 ], "something that enlarges or is intended to enlarge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlargement",1,1,3 ], "a photographic print that is larger than the negative from which it is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlarger",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument for making enlarged photographic prints in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlarger",1,1,1 ], "negative is brightly illuminated and its enlarged image is focused onto a sheet of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enlarger",1,1,1 ], "sensitized paper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "enlighten",1,1,1 ], "to give information or understanding to; instruct; edify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlighten",1,1,2 ], "to give spiritual or religious revelation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlighten",1,1,3 ], "to shed light on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlightenment",1,1,1 ], "the act or means of enlightening or the state of being enlightened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlightenment",1,1,2 ], "of personal reincarnations to which all men are otherwise subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enlightenment",1,1,2 ], "the awakening to ultimate truth by which man is freed from the endless cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlightenment",1,1,3 ], "a state of transcendent divine experience represented by Vishnu: regarded as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlightenment",1,1,3 ], "goal of all religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enlist",1,1,1 ], "to enter or persuade to enter into an engagement to serve in the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlist",1,2,1 ], "cause, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enlist",1,2,1 ], "to engage or secure (a person, his services, or his support) for a venture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlist",1,3,1 ], "to enter into or join an enterprise, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlisted man",1,1,1 ], "a serviceman who holds neither a commission nor a warrant and is not under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enlisted man",1,1,1 ], "training for officer rank as a cadet or midshipman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enliven",1,1,1 ], "to make active, vivacious, or spirited; invigorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enliven",1,1,2 ], "to make cheerful or bright; gladden or brighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enl|",1,1,1 ], "enlarge(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enl|",1,1,2 ], "enlisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enmesh",1,1,1 ], "to catch or involve in or as if in a net or snare entangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enmity",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of hostility or ill will, as between enemies; antagonism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ennage",1,1,1 ], "the total number of ens in a piece of matter to be set in type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ennead",1,1,1 ], "a group or series of nine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ennead",1,1,2 ], "the sum of or number nine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enneagon",1,1,1 ], "another name for nonagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enneahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having nine plane faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ennoble",1,1,1 ], "to make noble, honourable, or excellent; dignify; exalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ennoble",1,1,2 ], "to raise to a noble rank; confer a title of nobility upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ennui",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of listlessness and general dissatisfaction resulting from lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ennui",1,1,1 ], "activity or excitement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enol",1,1,1 ], "any organic compound containing the group -CHCO-, often existing in chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enol",1,1,1 ], "equilibrium with the corresponding keto form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enormity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or character of being outrageous; extreme wickedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enormity",1,1,2 ], "an act of great wickedness; atrocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enormity",1,1,3 ], "vastness of size or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enormous",1,1,1 ], "unusually large in size, extent, or degree; immense; vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enormous",1,1,2 ], "extremely wicked; heinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enosis",1,1,1 ], "the union of Greece and Cyprus: the aim of a group of Greek Cypriots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,1,1,1 ], "sufficient to answer a need, demand, supposition, or requirement; adequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,1,1,2 ], "enough is now known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,1,2 ], "performance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,1,2 ], "that's enough!that will do: used to put an end to an action, speech," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,2,1 ], "so as to be adequate or sufficient; as much as necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,2,2 ], "very or quite; rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,2,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enough",1,2,4 ], "just adequately; tolerably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enounce",1,1,1 ], "to enunciate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enounce",1,1,2 ], "to pronounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enow",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for enough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enphytotic",1,1,1 ], "(of plant diseases) causing a constant amount of damage each year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enplane",1,1,1 ], "to board an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enquire",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) to seek (information) by questioning; ask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrage",1,1,1 ], "to provoke to fury put into a rage anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrapture",1,1,1 ], "to fill with delight enchant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,1 ], "to increase the wealth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,2 ], "to endow with fine or desirable qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,3 ], "to make more beautiful; adorn; decorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,4 ], "to improve in quality, colour, flavour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,5 ], "to increase the food value of by adding nutrients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,6 ], "to make (soil) more productive, esp| by adding fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,7 ], "solution or mixture); concentrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enrich",1,1,7 ], "to increase the concentration or abundance of one component or isotope in (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrobe",1,1,1 ], "to dress in or as if in a robe attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrol",1,1,1 ], "to record or note in a roll or list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrol",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become a member; enlist; register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrol",1,1,3 ], "to put on record; record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrol",1,1,4 ], "to roll or wrap up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrolment",1,1,1 ], "the act of enrolling or state of being enrolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrolment",1,1,2 ], "a list of people enrolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enrolment",1,1,3 ], "the total number of people enrolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enroot",1,1,1 ], "to establish (plants) by fixing their roots in the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enroot",1,1,2 ], "to fix firmly, implant, or embed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ens",1,1,1 ], "being or existence in the most general abstract sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ens",1,1,2 ], "a real thing, esp| as opposed to an attribute; entity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensample",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensanguine",1,1,1 ], "to cover or stain with or as with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensconce",1,1,1 ], "to establish or settle firmly or comfortably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensconce",1,1,2 ], "to place in safety; hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,1 ], "all the parts of something considered together and in relation to the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,2 ], "a person's complete costume; outfit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,2,1 ], "a group of soloists singing or playing together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,2,1 ], "the cast of a play other than the principals; supporting players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,3 ], "singers performing together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,3 ], "the degree of precision and unity exhibited by a group of instrumentalists or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,4 ], "the general or total effect of something made up of individual parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,4,1 ], "a set of systems (such as a set of collections of atoms) that are identical in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,4,1 ], "all respects apart from the motions of their constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,4,2 ], "a single system (such as a collection of atoms) in which the properties are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,1,4,2 ], "determined by the statistical behaviour of its constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ensemble",1,2,1 ], "all together or at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enshrine",1,1,1 ], "to place or enclose in or as if in a shrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enshrine",1,1,2 ], "to hold as sacred; cherish; treasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enshroud",1,1,1 ], "to cover or hide with or as if with a shroud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a sword blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensign",1,1,1 ], "a flag flown by a ship, branch of the armed forces, etc|, to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensign",1,1,1 ], "nationality, allegiance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ensign",1,1,2 ], "any flag, standard, or banner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensign",1,1,3 ], "a standard-bearer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensign",1,1,4 ], "a symbol, token, or emblem; sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensign",1,1,5 ], "(in the U|S| Navy) a commissioned officer of the lowest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensign",1,1,6 ], "(formerly in the British infantry) a commissioned officer of the lowest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensilage",1,1,1 ], "the process of ensiling green fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensilage",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for silage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensile",1,1,1 ], "to store and preserve (green fodder) in an enclosed pit or silo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensile",1,1,2 ], "silo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ensile",1,1,2 ], "to turn (green fodder) into silage by causing it to ferment in a closed pit or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enslave",1,1,1 ], "to make a slave of reduce to slavery subjugate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensnare",1,1,1 ], "to catch or trap in or as if in a snare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensoul",1,1,1 ], "to endow with a soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensoul",1,1,2 ], "to cherish within the soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensphere",1,1,1 ], "to enclose in or as if in a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensphere",1,1,2 ], "to make spherical in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enstatite",1,1,1 ], "a grey, green, yellow, or brown pyroxene mineral consisting of magnesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enstatite",1,1,1 ], "silicate in orthorhombic crystalline form| Formula: Mg2Si2O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ensue",1,1,1 ], "to follow subsequently or in order; come next or afterwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensue",1,2,1 ], "to follow or occur as a consequence; result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensue",1,3,1 ], "to pursue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ensure" ,1, 1, 1],"insure vb",1). c_DEF([ "ensure" ,1, 2, 1],"(may take a clause as object) to make certain or sure; guarantee",1). c_DEF([ "ensure" ,1, 2, 2],"to make safe or secure; protect| ?-ensurer",1). c_DEF([ "enswathe",1,1,1 ], "to bind or wrap swathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entablature",1,1,1 ], "frieze, and a cornice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entablature",1,1,1 ], "the part of a classical temple above the columns, having an architrave, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entablature",1,1,2 ], "any construction of similar form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entablement",1,1,1 ], "the platform of a pedestal, above the dado, that supports a statue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entail",1,1,1 ], "to bring about or impose by necessity; have as a necessary consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entail",1,1,2 ], "to restrict (the descent of an estate) to a designated line of heirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entail",1,2,1,1 ], "such a limitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entail",1,2,1,2 ], "an estate that has been entailed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entamoeba" ,1, 1, 1],"endamoeba or U|S| entameba, endameban|, pl| bae (-bi$:) or bas",1). c_DEF([ "entamoeba" ,1, 1, 2],"any parasitic amoeba of the genus Entamoeba (or Endamoeba), esp| E|",1). c_DEF([ "entamoeba" ,1, 1, 2],"histolytica, which lives in the intestines of man and causes amoebic dysentery",2). c_DEF([ "entangle",1,1,1 ], "to catch or involve in or as if in a tangle; ensnare or enmesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entangle",1,1,2 ], "to make tangled or twisted; snarl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entangle",1,1,3 ], "to make complicated; confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entangle",1,1,4 ], "to involve in difficulties; entrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entanglement",1,1,1 ], "something that entangles or is itself entangled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entanglement",1,1,2 ], "a sexual relationship regarded as unfortunate, damaging, or compromising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entasis",1,1,1 ], "a slightly convex curve given to the shaft of a column, pier, or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entasis",1,1,1 ], "structure, to correct the illusion of concavity produced by a straight shaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entasis",1,1,2 ], "an involuntary or spasmodic muscular contraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entelechy",1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Aristotle) actuality as opposed to potentiality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entelechy",1,1,2 ], "(in the system of Leibnitz) the soul or principle of perfection of an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entelechy",1,1,2 ], "or person; a monad or basic constituent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entelechy",1,1,3 ], "something that contains or realizes a final cause, esp| the vital force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entelechy",1,1,3 ], "thought to direct the life of an organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entellus",1,1,1 ], "an Old World monkey, Presbytes entellus, of S Asia| This langur is regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entellus",1,1,1 ], "sacred in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entente cordiale",1,1,1 ], "a friendly understanding between political powers: less formal than an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entente cordiale",1,1,1 ], "alliance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entente cordiale",1,1,2 ], "outstanding colonial disputes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entente cordiale",1,1,2 ], "the understanding reached by France and Britain in April 1904, which settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entente",1,1,1 ], "short for entente cordiale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entente",1,1,2 ], "the parties to an entente cordiale collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter into",1,1,1 ], "to be considered as a necessary part of (one's plans, calculations, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter into",1,1,2 ], "to be in sympathy with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,1,1 ], "to come or go into (a place, house, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,1,2 ], "to penetrate or pierce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,2,1 ], "to introduce or insert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,2,2 ], "to join (a party, organization, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,2,3 ], "(when intr|, foll| by into) to become involved or take part (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,3,1 ], "register, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,3,1 ], "to record (an item such as a commercial transaction) in a journal, account," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,4,1 ], "to record (a name, etc|) on a list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,5,1 ], "to present or submit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,6,1 ], "to come on stage: used as a stage direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,6,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by into, on, or upon) to begin; start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,7,1 ], "to come into possession (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,8,1 ], "records" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,8,1 ], "to place (evidence, a plea, etc|) before a court of law or upon the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,9,1,1 ], "to go onto and occupy (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enter",1,9,1,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| to file a claim to (public lands)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enteric fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for typhoid fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enteric",1,1,1 ], "intestinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enteritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the intestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entero-",1,1,1 ], "indicating an intestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterogastrone",1,1,1 ], "a hormone liberated by the upper intestinal mucosa when stimulated by fat:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterogastrone",1,1,1 ], "reduces peristalsis and secretion in the stomach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enterokinase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme in intestinal juice that converts trypsinogen to trypsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enteron",1,1,1 ], "the alimentary canal, esp| of an embryo or a coelenterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterostomy",1,1,1 ], "abdominal wall, used as an artificial anus, for feeding, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enterostomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical formation of a permanent opening into the intestine through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the intestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterovirus",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of viruses that occur in and cause diseases of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterovirus",1,1,1 ], "gastrointestinal tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enterprise",1,1,1 ], "a project or undertaking, esp| one that requires boldness or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterprise",1,1,2 ], "participation in such projects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterprise",1,1,3 ], "readiness to embark on new ventures; boldness and energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterprise",1,1,4 ], "a business unit; a company or firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enterprising",1,1,1 ], "ready to embark on new ventures; full of boldness and initiative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertain",1,1,1 ], "to provide amusement for (a person or audience)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertain",1,1,2 ], "to show hospitality to (guests)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertain",1,2,1 ], "to hold in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertainer",1,1,1 ], "a professional singer, comedian, or other performer who takes part in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertainer",1,1,1 ], "entertainments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entertainer",1,1,2 ], "any person who entertains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertaining",1,1,1 ], "serving to entertain or give pleasure; diverting; amusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertainment",1,1,1 ], "the act or art of entertaining or state of being entertained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entertainment",1,1,2 ], "an act, production, etc|, that entertains; diversion; amusement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthalpy",1,1,1 ], "a thermodynamic property of a system equal to the sum of its internal energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthalpy",1,1,1 ], "and the product of its pressure and volume| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enthetic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of infectious diseases) introduced into the body from without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthral",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to hold spellbound; enchant; captivate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthral",1,1,2 ], "to hold as thrall; enslave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthrone",1,1,1 ], "to place on a throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthrone",1,1,2 ], "to honour or exalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthrone",1,1,3 ], "to assign authority to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthuse",1,1,1 ], "to feel or show or cause to feel or show enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthusiasm",1,1,1 ], "ardent and lively interest or eagerness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthusiasm",1,1,2 ], "an object of keen interest; passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthusiasm",1,1,3 ], "extravagant or unbalanced religious fervour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthusiast",1,1,1 ], "a person filled with or motivated by enthusiasm; fanatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthusiast",1,1,2 ], "a religious visionary, esp| one whose zeal for religion is extravagant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthusiast",1,1,2 ], "unbalanced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enthymeme",1,1,1 ], "an incomplete syllogism, in which one or more premisses are unexpressed as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enthymeme",1,1,1 ], "their truth is considered to be self-evident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entice",1,1,1 ], "to attract or draw towards oneself by exciting hope or desire tempt allure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,1 ], "whole; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,2 ], "without reservation or exception; total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,3 ], "not broken or damaged; intact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,4 ], "consisting of a single piece or section; undivided; continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,5 ], "(of leaves, petals, etc|) having a smooth margin not broken up into teeth or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,5 ], "lobes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,6 ], "not castrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,1,7 ], "of one substance or kind; unmixed; pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for entirety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,2,2 ], "an uncastrated horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,2,2,1 ], "a complete item consisting of an envelope, postcard, or wrapper with stamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,2,2,1 ], "affixed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,2,2,2 ], "on entire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,2,3 ], "(of a stamp) placed on an envelope, postcard, etc|, and bearing postal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entire",1,2,3 ], "directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entirely",1,1,1 ], "without reservation or exception; wholly; completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entirely",1,1,2 ], "solely or exclusively; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entirety",1,1,1 ], "the state of being entire or whole; completeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entirety",1,1,2 ], "a thing, sum, amount, etc|, that is entire; whole; total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entitle",1,1,1 ], "to give (a person) the right to do or have something; qualify; allow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entitle",1,1,2 ], "to give a name or title to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entitle",1,1,3 ], "to confer a title of rank or honour upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entity",1,1,1 ], "independent of other things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entity",1,1,1 ], "something having real or distinct existence; a thing, esp| when considered as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entity",1,1,2 ], "existence or being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entity",1,1,3 ], "the essence or real nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ento-",1,1,1 ], "inside; within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entoblast",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for endoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entoblast",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for hypoblast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entoderm",1,1,1 ], "another name for endoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entoil",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for ensnare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomb",1,1,1 ], "to place in or as if in a tomb; bury; inter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomb",1,1,2 ], "to serve as a tomb for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomologize",1,1,1 ], "to collect or study insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the study of insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomol|",1,1,1 ], "entomology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomophagous",1,1,1 ], "feeding mainly on insects; insectivorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomophilous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowering plants such as orchids) pollinated by insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomostracan",1,1,1 ], "any small crustacean of the group (formerly subclass)Entomostraca, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entomostracan",1,1,1 ], "the branchiopods, ostracods, and copepods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entomostracan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Entomostraca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entophyte",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of endophyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entopic",1,1,1 ], "situated in its normal place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entourage",1,1,1 ], "a group of attendants or retainers, esp| such as surround an important person;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entourage",1,1,1 ], "retinue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entourage",1,1,2 ], "surroundings or environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entozoic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an entozoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entozoic",1,1,2 ], "living inside an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entozoon",1,1,1 ], "any animal, such as a tapeworm, that lives within another animal, usually as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entozoon",1,1,1 ], "parasite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entr",1,1,1 ], "the main course of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entr",1,1,2 ], "the power or right of entry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entr'acte",1,1,1 ], "an interval between two acts of a play or opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entr'acte",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) an entertainment during an interval, such as dancing between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entr'acte",1,1,2 ], "acts of an opera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entrails",1,1,1 ], "the internal organs of a person or animal; intestines; guts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrails",1,1,2 ], "the innermost parts of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrain",1,1,1 ], "to board or put aboard a train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrain",2,1,1 ], "(of a liquid or gas) to carry along (drops of liquid, bubbles, etc|), as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrain",2,1,1 ], "certain distillations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entrammel",1,1,1 ], "to hamper or obstruct by entangling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrance",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of entering; entry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrance",1,1,2 ], "a place for entering, such as a door or gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrance",1,1,2,1 ], "the power, liberty, or right of entering; admission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrance",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrance",1,1,3 ], "the coming of an actor or other performer onto a stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrance",2,1,1 ], "to fill with wonder and delight; enchant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrance",2,1,2 ], "to put into a trance; hypnotize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrant",1,1,1 ], "a person who enters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrant",1,1,2 ], "a new member of a group, society, or association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrant",1,1,3 ], "a person who enters a competition or contest; competitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrap",1,1,1 ], "to catch or snare in or as if in a trap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrap",1,1,2 ], "to lure or trick into danger, difficulty, or embarrassment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entre nous",1,1,1 ], "between ourselves; in confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entreat",1,1,1 ], "to ask (a person) earnestly; beg or plead with; implore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entreat",1,1,2 ], "to make an earnest request or petition for (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entreat",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for treat ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entreaty",1,1,1 ], "an earnest request or petition; supplication; plea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrec",1,1,1 ], "a beefsteak cut from between the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrechat",1,1,1 ], "a leap in ballet during which the dancer repeatedly crosses his feet or beats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrechat",1,1,1 ], "them together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entremets",1,1,1 ], "a dessert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entremets",1,1,2 ], "a light dish, formerly served at formal dinners between the main course and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entremets",1,1,2 ], "the dessert" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entrench",1,1,1 ], "to construct (a defensive position) by digging trenches around it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrench",1,2,1 ], "to fix or establish firmly, esp| so as to prevent removal or change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrench",1,3,1 ], "to trespass or encroach; infringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrenchment",1,1,1 ], "the act of entrenching or state of being entrenched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrenchment",1,1,2 ], "a position protected by trenches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrenchment",1,1,3 ], "one of a series of deep trenches constructed as a shelter from gunfire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrep",1,1,1 ], "a warehouse for commercial goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrep",1,1,1,1 ], "a trading centre or port at a geographically convenient location, at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrep",1,1,1,1 ], "goods are imported and re-exported without incurring liability for duty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entrep",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrepreneur",1,1,1 ], "attempts to make profits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entrepreneur",1,1,1 ], "the owner or manager of a business enterprise who, by risk and initiative," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrepreneur",1,1,2 ], "a middleman or commercial intermediary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entresol",1,1,1 ], "another name for mezzanine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,1 ], "a thermodynamic quantity that changes in a reversible process by an amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,1 ], "equal to the heat absorbed or emitted divided by the thermodynamic temperature| It is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,1 ], "measured in joules per kelvin| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,2 ], "P,,c where P is the probability that a particular state of the system exists, k is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,2 ], "a statistical measure of the disorder of a closed system expressed by S,,klog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,2 ], "the Boltzmann constant, and c is another constant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,3 ], "lack of pattern or organization; disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,4 ], "a measure of the efficiency of a system, such as a code or language, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entropy",1,1,4 ], "transmitting information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entrust",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by with) to invest or charge (with a duty, responsibility," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entrust",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entrust",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to put into the care or protection of someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of entering; entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,10 ], "a card with which a player or hand can win a trick and so gain the lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,11 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,12 ], "a passage between the backs of two rows of terraced houses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,2 ], "a point or place for entering, such as a door, gate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,2,1 ], "the right or liberty of entering; admission; access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,3 ], "account, register, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,3 ], "the act of recording an item, such as a commercial transaction, in a journal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,4 ], "an item recorded, as in a diary, dictionary, or account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,4,1 ], "a person, horse, car, etc|, entering a competition or contest; competitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,5 ], "the competitors entering a contest considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,6 ], "the action of an actor in going on stage or his manner of doing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,7 ], "committing a crime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,7 ], "the act of unlawfully going onto the premises of another with the intention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,8 ], "the act of going upon another person's land with the intention of asserting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,8 ], "the right to possession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,9 ], "any point in a piece of music, esp| a fugue, at which a performer commences or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entry",1,1,9 ], "resumes playing or singing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "entwine",1,1,1 ], "(of two or more things) to twine together or (of one or more things) to twine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "entwine",1,1,1 ], "around (something else)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enucleate",1,1,1 ], "($I!nju$:kl$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enucleate",1,2,1 ], "to remove the nucleus from (a cell)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enucleate",1,2,2 ], "to remove (a tumour or other structure) from its capsule without rupturing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enucleate",1,2,3 ], "to explain or disclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enucleate",1,3,1 ], "($I!nju$:kl$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enucleate",1,3,2 ], "(of cells) deprived of their nuclei" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enumerate",1,1,1 ], "to mention separately or in order; name one by one; list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enumerate",1,1,2 ], "to determine the number of; count" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enumerator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that enumerates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enumerator",1,1,2 ], "a person who compiles the voting list for an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enumerator",1,1,3 ], "a person who issues and retrieves forms during a census of population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enunciable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being enunciated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enunciate",1,1,1 ], "to articulate or pronounce (words), esp| clearly and distinctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enunciate",1,2,1 ], "to state precisely or formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enure",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of inure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enuresis",1,1,1 ], "involuntary discharge of urine, esp| during sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelop",1,1,1 ], "to wrap or enclose in or as if in a covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelop",1,1,2 ], "to conceal or obscure, as from sight or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelop",1,1,3 ], "to surround or partially surround (an enemy force)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,1 ], "a flat covering of paper, usually rectangular in shape and with a flap that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,1 ], "can be folded over and sealed, used to enclose a letter, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,2 ], "any covering or wrapper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,3 ], "any enclosing structure, such as a membrane, shell, or skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,4 ], "the bag enclosing the gas in a balloon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,5 ], "a curve or surface that is tangential to each one of a group of curves or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,5 ], "surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "envelope",1,1,6 ], "the sealed glass or metal housing of a valve, electric light, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envenom",1,1,1 ], "to fill or impregnate with venom; make poisonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envenom",1,1,2 ], "to fill with bitterness or malice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enviable",1,1,1 ], "exciting envy; fortunate or privileged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envious",1,1,1 ], "feeling, showing, or resulting from envy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environ",1,1,1 ], "to encircle or surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environment",1,1,1 ], "external conditions or surroundings, esp| those in which people live or work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environment",1,1,2 ], "influence its development and behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "environment",1,1,2 ], "the external surroundings in which a plant or animal lives, which tend to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environment",1,1,3 ], "the state of being environed; encirclement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environmentalism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that a person's behaviour is affected chiefly by his environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environmentalist",1,1,1 ], "an adherent of environmentalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environmentalist",1,1,2 ], "a specialist in the maintenance of ecological balance and the conservation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environmentalist",1,1,2 ], "the environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "environs",1,1,1 ], "a surrounding area or region, esp| the suburbs or outskirts of a town or city;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "environs",1,1,1 ], "vicinity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "envisage" ,1, 1, 1],"ollowed by that and a clause",1). c_DEF([ "envisage" ,1, 1, 1],"to form a mental image of; visualize; contemplate",1). c_DEF([ "envisage" ,1, 1, 2],"to conceive of as a possibility in the future; foresee",1). c_DEF([ "envisage" ,1, 1, 3],"to look in the face of; confront",1). c_DEF([ "envision",1,1,1 ], "to conceive of as a possibility, esp| in the future foresee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envoy",1,1,1 ], "Formal name: envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary| a diplomat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envoy",1,1,1 ], "the second class, ranking between an ambassador and a minister resident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "envoy",1,1,2 ], "an accredited messenger, agent, or representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envoy",2,1,1 ], "a brief dedicatory or explanatory stanza concluding certain forms of poetry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envoy",2,1,1 ], "notably ballades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "envoy",2,1,2 ], "a postscript in other forms of verse or prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envy",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of grudging or somewhat admiring discontent aroused by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envy",1,1,1 ], "possessions, achievements, or qualities of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "envy",1,1,2 ], "the desire to have for oneself something possessed by another; covetousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envy",1,1,3 ], "an object of envy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "envy",1,2,1 ], "to be envious of (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enwind",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to wind or coil around; encircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enwomb",1,1,1 ], "to enclose in or as if in a womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enwrap",1,1,1 ], "to wrap or cover up; envelop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enwrap",1,1,2 ], "to engross or absorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enwreath",1,1,1 ], "to surround or encircle with or as with a wreath or wreaths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enzootic",1,1,1 ], "(of diseases) affecting animals within a limited region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enzootic",1,2,1 ], "an enzootic disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enzyme",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of complex proteins or conjugated proteins that are produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enzyme",1,1,1 ], "living cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "enzymology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the study of enzymes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enzymolysis",1,1,1 ], "a biochemical decomposition, such as a fermentation, that is catalysed by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "enzymolysis",1,1,1 ], "enzyme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eo-",1,1,1 ], "early or primeval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eobiont",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical chemical precursor of a living cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eohippus",1,1,1 ], "Hyracotherium, with four-toed forelegs, three-toed hindlegs, and teeth specialized for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eohippus",1,1,1 ], "browsing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eohippus",1,1,1 ], "the earliest horse: an extinct Eocene dog-sized animal of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eolipile",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of aeolipile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eolith",1,1,1 ], "a stone, usually crudely broken, used as a primitive tool in Eolithic times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eon",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of aeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eonian",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of aeonian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eonism",1,1,1 ], "the adoption of female dress and behaviour by a male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eosin",1,1,1 ], "a red crystalline water-insoluble derivative of fluorescein| Its soluble salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eosin",1,1,1 ], "are used as dyes| Formula: C20H8Br4O5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eosin",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eosinophil",1,1,1 ], "a leucocyte with a bilobed nucleus and coarse granular cytoplasm that stains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eosinophil",1,1,1 ], "readily with acidic dyes such as eosin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ep",1,1,1 ], "a sword similar to the foil but with a larger guard and a heavier blade of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ep",1,1,1 ], "triangular cross section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ep-",1,1,1 ], "variant of epi- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epact",1,1,1 ], "the difference in time, about 11 days, between the solar year and the lunar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epact",1,1,1 ], "year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epact",1,1,2 ], "immediately preceding this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epact",1,1,2 ], "the number of days between the beginning of the calendar year and the new moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epact",1,1,3 ], "the difference in time between the calendar month and the synodic month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eparch",1,1,1 ], "a bishop or metropolitan in charge of an eparchy ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eparch",1,1,2 ], "a government official in charge of an eparchy (senses 2 or 3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eparchy",1,1,1 ], "a diocese of the Eastern Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eparchy",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) a province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eparchy",1,1,3 ], "(in modern Greece) a subdivision of a province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epaulet",1,1,1 ], "a piece of ornamental material on the shoulder of a garment, esp| a military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epaulet",1,1,1 ], "uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epeirogeny" ,1, 1, 1],"displacements of the earth's crust",2). c_DEF([ "epeirogeny" ,1, 1, 1],"the formation and submergence of continents by broad relatively slow",1). c_DEF([ "epencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the cerebellum and pons Varolii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epencephalon",1,1,2 ], "the part of the embryonic brain that develops into this; metencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epenthesis",1,1,1 ], "easier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epenthesis",1,1,1 ], "the insertion of a vowel or consonant into a word to make its pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epergne",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental centrepiece for a table: a stand with holders for sweetmeats," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epergne",1,1,1 ], "fruit, flowers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epexegesis",1,1,1 ], "explanation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epexegesis",1,1,1 ], "the addition of a phrase, clause, or sentence to a text to provide further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epexegesis",1,1,2 ], "the phrase, clause, or sentence added for this purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eph-",1,1,1 ], "variant of epi- before an aspirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew unit of dry measure equal to approximately one bushel or about 33" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephah",1,1,1 ], "litres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephebe",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a youth about to enter full citizenship, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephebe",1,1,1 ], "undergoing military training" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephedra",1,1,1 ], "Eurasia: the source of ephedrine: family Ephedraceae, order Gnetales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephedra",1,1,1 ], "any gymnosperm shrub of the genus Ephedra, of warm regions of America and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephedrine",1,1,1 ], "C6H5CH(OH)CH(NHCH\3)CH3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ephedrine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline alkaloid obtained from plants of the genus Ephedra: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephedrine",1,1,1 ], "for the treatment of asthma and hay fever; l-phenyl-2-methylaminopropanol| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephemera",1,1,1 ], "a mayfly, esp| one of the genus Ephemera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemera",1,1,2 ], "something transitory or short-lived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemera",1,1,3 ], "a plural of ephemeron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeral",1,1,1 ], "lasting for only a short time; transitory; short-lived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeral",1,2,1 ], "a short-lived organism, such as the mayfly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemerid",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the order Ephemeroptera (or Ephemerida), which comprises the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemerid",1,1,1 ], "mayflies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris time",1,1,1 ], "rotation of the earth, one ephemeris second being 1/315,556,925|9747 of the tropical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris time",1,1,1 ], "time based on the orbit of the earth around the sun rather than the axial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris time",1,1,1 ], "year 1960| It is used in astronomy in preference to mean solar time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris",1,1,1 ], "a table giving the future positions of a planet, comet, or satellite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris",1,1,2 ], "an annual publication giving the positions of the sun, moon, and planets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris",1,1,2 ], "during the course of a year, information concerning eclipses, astronomical constants," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeris",1,1,3 ], "a diary or almanac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephemeron",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|) | something transitory or short-lived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephod",1,1,1 ], "an embroidered vestment believed to resemble an apron with shoulder straps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephod",1,1,1 ], "worn by priests in ancient Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephor",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) one of a board of senior magistrates in any of several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ephor",1,1,2 ], "Dorian states, esp| the five Spartan ephors, who were elected by vote of all full" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ephor",1,1,2 ], "citizens and who wielded effective power" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "epi-",1,1,1 ], "on; upon; above; over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epi-",1,1,2 ], "in addition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epi-",1,1,3 ], "after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epi-",1,1,4 ], "near; close to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiblast",1,1,1 ], "the outermost layer of an embryo, which becomes the ectoderm at gastrulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiboly",1,1,1 ], "a process that occurs during gastrulation in vertebrates, in which cells on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiboly",1,1,1 ], "eventually form the ectoderm" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "epiboly",1,1,1 ], "one side of the blastula grow over and surround the remaining cells and yolk and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epic simile",1,1,1 ], "an extended simile, as used in the epic poetry of Homer and other writers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,1,1 ], "a long narrative poem recounting in elevated style the deeds of a legendary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,1,1 ], "hero, esp| one originating in oral folk tradition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,1,2 ], "the genre of epic poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,1,3 ], "any work of literature, film, etc|, having heroic deeds for its subject matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,1,3 ], "or having other qualities associated with the epic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,1,4 ], "an episode in the lives of men in which heroic deeds are performed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,1,4 ], "attempted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or characteristic of an epic or epics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epic",1,2,2 ], "of heroic or impressive proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicalyx",1,1,1 ], "a series of small sepal-like bracts forming an outer calyx beneath the true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicalyx",1,1,1 ], "calyx in some flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicanthus",1,1,1 ], "a fold of skin extending vertically over the inner angle of the eye:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicanthus",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of Mongolian peoples and a congenital anomaly among other races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicardium",1,1,1 ], "the innermost layer of the pericardium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicarp",1,1,1 ], "grape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicarp",1,1,1 ], "the outermost layer of the pericarp of fruits: forms the skin of a peach or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicedium",1,1,1 ], "a funeral ode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,1,1 ], "having the characteristics of both sexes; hermaphroditic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,1,2 ], "of neither sex; sexless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,1,3 ], "effeminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,1,3,1 ], "denoting a noun that may refer to a male or a female, such as teacher as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,1,3,1 ], "opposed to businessman or shepherd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,1,3,2 ], "(in Latin, Greek, etc|) denoting a noun that retains the same grammatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,1,3,2 ], "gender regardless of the sex of the referent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,2,1 ], "an epicene person or creature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicene",1,2,2 ], "an epicene noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicentre" ,1, 1, 1],"tres or U|S| ters",1). c_DEF([ "epicentre" ,1, 1, 2],"the area immediately above the origin of earthquake vibrations",1). c_DEF([ "epiclesis",1,1,1 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epiclesis",1,1,1 ], "the invocation of the Holy Spirit to consecrate the bread and wine of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicontinental",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a sea) situated on a continental shelf or continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicotyl",1,1,1 ], "bud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicotyl",1,1,1 ], "the part of an embryo plant stem above the cotyledons but beneath the terminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicrisis",1,1,1 ], "a critical evaluation, esp| of a literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicrisis",2,1,1 ], "a secondary crisis occurring in the course of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicritic",1,1,1 ], "(of certain nerve fibres of the skin) serving to perceive and distinguish fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicritic",1,1,1 ], "variations of temperature or touch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicure",1,1,1 ], "a person who cultivates a discriminating palate for the enjoyment of good food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicure",1,1,1 ], "and drink; gourmet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicure",1,1,2 ], "a person devoted to sensual pleasures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicurean",1,1,1 ], "devoted to sensual pleasures, esp| food and drink; hedonistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicurean",1,1,2 ], "suitable for an epicure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicurean",1,2,1 ], "an epicure; gourmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicycle",1,1,1 ], "(in the Ptolemaic system) a small circle, around which a planet was thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicycle",1,1,1 ], "revolve, whose centre describes a larger circle (the deferent) centred on the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicycle",1,1,2 ], "a circle that rolls around the inside or outside of another circle, so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicycle",1,1,2 ], "generating an epicycloid or hypocycloid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicyclic train",1,1,1 ], "a cluster of gears consisting of a central gear wheel with external teeth (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicyclic train",1,1,1 ], "one or more planetary gears engaging with both of them to provide a large gear" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "epicyclic train",1,1,1 ], "ratio in a compact space" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "epicyclic train",1,1,1 ], "sun), a coaxial gear wheel of greater diameter with internal teeth (the annulus), and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicycloid",1,1,1 ], "rolls around the outside of another fixed circle, the two circles being coplanar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epicycloid",1,1,1 ], "the curve described by a point on the circumference of a circle as this circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epicycloidal wheel",1,1,1 ], "one of the planetary gears of an epicyclic train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epideictic",1,1,1 ], "designed to display something, esp| the skill of the speaker in rhetoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic encephalitis",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for sleeping sickness ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic meningitis",1,1,1 ], "another name for cerebrospinal meningitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic parotitis",1,1,1 ], "another name for mumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a disease) attacking or affecting many persons simultaneously in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic",1,1,1 ], "community or area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic",1,2,1 ], "a widespread occurrence of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic",1,2,2 ], "a rapid development, spread, or growth of something, esp| something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidemic",1,2,2 ], "unpleasant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epidemiology",1,1,1 ], "control of epidemic diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epidemiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the occurrence, transmission, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidermis",1,1,1 ], "the thin protective outer layer of the skin, composed of stratified epithelial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidermis",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epidermis",1,1,2 ], "the outer layer of cells of an invertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidermis",1,1,3 ], "cuticle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epidermis",1,1,3 ], "the outer protective layer of cells of a plant, which may be thickened by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidiascope",1,1,1 ], "an optical device for projecting a magnified image onto a screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epididymis",1,1,1 ], "a convoluted tube situated along the posterior margin of each testis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidote",1,1,1 ], "Ca2(Al,Fe)3(SiO\4)3(OH)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "epidote",1,1,1 ], "a green mineral consisting of hydrated calcium iron aluminium silicate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidote",1,1,1 ], "monoclinic crystalline form: common in metamorphic rocks| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epidural",1,1,1 ], "upon or outside the dura mater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidural",1,2,1,1 ], "injection of anaesthetic into the space outside the dura mater enveloping the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epidural",1,2,1,1 ], "spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epidural",1,2,1,2 ], "anaesthesia induced by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epifocal",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring at an epicentre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigastrium",1,1,1 ], "the upper middle part of the abdomen, above the navel and below the breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigeal" ,1, 1, 1],"epigean, or epigeousadj",1). c_DEF([ "epigeal" ,1, 1, 2],"ground because of the growth of the hypocotyl",2). c_DEF([ "epigeal" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to seed germination in which the cotyledons appear above the",1). c_DEF([ "epigeal" ,1, 1, 3],"living or growing on or close to the surface of the ground",1). c_DEF([ "epigene",1,1,1 ], "formed or taking place at the surface of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigenesis",1,1,1 ], "gradual differentiation and elaboration of a fertilized egg cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epigenesis",1,1,1 ], "the widely accepted theory that an individual animal or plant develops by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigenesis",1,1,2 ], "the formation of ore deposits after the surrounding rock has been formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigenesis",1,1,3 ], "alteration of the mineral composition of a rock by external agents: a type of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigenesis",1,1,3 ], "metamorphism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epigenous",1,1,1 ], "growing on the surface, esp| the upper surface, of an organism or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigeous",1,1,1 ], "a variant of epigeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiglottis",1,1,1 ], "a thin cartilaginous flap that covers the entrance to the larynx during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiglottis",1,1,1 ], "swallowing, preventing food from entering the trachea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epigone",1,1,1 ], "an inferior follower or imitator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigram",1,1,1 ], "a witty, often paradoxical remark, concisely expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigram",1,1,2 ], "a short, pungent, and often satirical poem, esp| one having a witty and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigram",1,1,2 ], "ingenious ending" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epigrammatize",1,1,1 ], "to make an epigram or epigrams (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigraph",1,1,1 ], "a quotation at the beginning of a book, chapter, etc|, suggesting its theme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigraph",1,1,2 ], "an inscription on a monument or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigraphy",1,1,1 ], "the study of ancient inscriptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigraphy",1,1,2 ], "epigraphs collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigynous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having the receptacle enclosing and fused with the gynoecium so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epigynous",1,1,1 ], "that the other floral parts arise above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epilate",1,1,1 ], "to remove hair from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epilepsy",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by periodic loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epilepsy",1,1,1 ], "consciousness with or without convulsions| In some cases it is due to brain damage but in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epilepsy",1,1,1 ], "others the cause is unknown" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "epileptic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having epilepsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epileptic",1,2,1 ], "a person who has epilepsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epileptoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling epilepsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epilimnion",1,1,1 ], "the upper layer of water in a lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epilogue",1,1,1,1 ], "a speech, usually in verse, addressed to the audience by an actor at the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epilogue",1,1,1,1 ], "of a play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epilogue",1,1,1,2 ], "the actor speaking this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epilogue",1,1,2 ], "a short postcript to any literary work, such as a brief description of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epilogue",1,1,2 ], "fates of the characters in a novel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epilogue",1,1,3 ], "having a religious content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epilogue",1,1,3 ], "the concluding programme of the day on a radio or television station, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epimere",1,1,1 ], "of segments (somites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epimere",1,1,1 ], "the dorsal part of the mesoderm of a vertebrate embryo, consisting of a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epimerism",1,1,1 ], "optical isomerism in which isomers (epimers) can form about asymmetric atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epimerism",1,1,1 ], "within the molecule, esp| in carbohydrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epimorphosis",1,1,1 ], "a type of development in animals, such as certain insect larvae, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epimorphosis",1,1,1 ], "segmentation of the body is complete before hatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epimysium",1,1,1 ], "the sheath of connective tissue that encloses a skeletal muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epinasty",1,1,1 ], "increased growth of the upper surface of a plant part, such as a leaf," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epinasty",1,1,1 ], "resulting in a downward bending of the part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epinephrine",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for adrenaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epineurium",1,1,1 ], "a sheath of connective tissue around two or more bundles of nerve fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphany",1,1,1 ], "the manifestation of a supernatural or divine reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphany",1,1,2 ], "any moment of great or sudden revelation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphenomenalism",1,1,1 ], "processes and that it has no power to affect them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epiphenomenalism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that consciousness is merely a by-product of physiological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphenomenon",1,1,1 ], "a secondary or additional phenomenon; by-product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphenomenon",1,1,2 ], "brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epiphenomenon",1,1,2 ], "consciousness regarded as a by-product of the biological activity of the human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphenomenon",1,1,3 ], "an unexpected or atypical symptom or occurrence during the course of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphenomenon",1,1,3 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epiphragm",1,1,1 ], "a disc of calcium phosphate and mucilage secreted by snails over the aperture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphragm",1,1,1 ], "of their shells before hibernation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epiphysis",1,1,1 ], "section of cartilage that eventually ossifies so that the two portions fuse together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epiphysis",1,1,1 ], "the end of a long bone, initially separated from the shaft (diaphysis) by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphysis",1,1,2 ], "the technical name for pineal gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphyte" ,1, 1, 1],"a plant, such as a moss, that grows on another plant but is not parasitic on",1). c_DEF([ "epiphyte" ,1, 1, 1],"it",2). c_DEF([ "epiphytotic",1,1,1 ], "(of plant diseases and parasites) affecting plants over a wide geographical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epiphytotic",1,1,1 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epirogeny",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of epeirogeny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopacy",1,1,1 ], "government of a Church by bishops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopacy",1,1,2 ], "another word for episcopate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopal",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, governed by, or relating to a bishop or bishops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopalian",1,1,1 ], "practising or advocating the principle of Church government by bishops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopalian",1,2,1 ], "an advocate of such Church government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopalism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that a Church should be governed by bishops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopate",1,1,1 ], "the office, status, or term of office of a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcopate",1,1,2 ], "bishops collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episcope",1,1,1 ], "U|S| name: opaque projector" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "episcope",1,1,1 ], "a printed page or photographic print, onto a screen by means of reflected light|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "episcope",1,1,1 ], "an optical device that projects an enlarged image of an opaque object, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episematic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of coloration) aiding recognition between animals of the same species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episiotomy",1,1,1 ], "prevent its laceration during childbirth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "episiotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the perineum during the late stages of labour to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,1 ], "an incident, event, or series of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,2 ], "any one of the sections into which a serialized novel or radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,2 ], "programme is divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,3 ], "an incident, sequence, or scene that forms part of a narrative but may be a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,3 ], "digression from the main story" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,4 ], "(in ancient Greek tragedy) a section between two choric songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,5 ], "a contrasting section between statements of the subject, as in a fugue or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episode",1,1,5 ], "rondo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "episodic",1,1,1 ], "resembling or relating to an episode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episodic",1,1,2 ], "divided into or composed of episodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episodic",1,1,3 ], "irregular, occasional, or sporadic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episome",1,1,1 ], "any of various genetic particles, esp| viruses, that occur in bacteria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episome",1,1,1 ], "replicate either independently or in association with the chromosome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epispastic",1,1,1 ], "producing a serous discharge or a blister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epispastic",1,2,1 ], "an epispastic agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epist",1,1,1 ], "one who uses or specializes in using an epee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistasis",1,1,1 ], "scum on the surface of a liquid, esp| on an old specimen of urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistasis",1,1,2 ], "the arrest or checking of a bodily discharge, esp| bleeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistasis",1,1,3 ], "allele" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epistasis",1,1,3 ], "the suppression by a gene of the effect of another gene that is not its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistaxis",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for nosebleed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistemic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to knowledge or epistemology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistemic",1,1,2 ], "certain epistemological concepts, such as knowledge, certainty, and ignorance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epistemic",1,1,2 ], "denoting the branch of modal logic that deals with the formalization of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistemology",1,1,1 ], "scope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epistemology",1,1,1 ], "the theory of knowledge, esp| the critical study of its validity, methods, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episternum",1,1,1 ], "the manubrium of the sternum in mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "episternum",1,1,2 ], "another name for interclavicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistle",1,1,1 ], "a letter, esp| one that is long, formal, or didactic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistle",1,1,2 ], "a literary work in letter form, esp| a dedicatory verse letter of a type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistle",1,1,2 ], "originated by Horace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epistler" ,1, 1, 1],"epistoler ($Ip$Ist%@@), or epistolistn",1). c_DEF([ "epistler" ,1, 1, 2],"a writer of an epistle or epistles",1). c_DEF([ "epistler" ,1, 1, 3],"($Ip$Ist@@$I), epistolic ($ep$Ist$Al$Ik), or epistolatoryadj",2). c_DEF([ "epistler" ,1, 1, 3],"the person who reads the Epistle in a Christian religious service| Hepistolary",1). c_DEF([ "epistler" ,1, 1, 4],"relating to, denoting, conducted by, or contained in letters",1). c_DEF([ "epistler" ,1, 1, 5],"(of a novel or other work) constructed in the form of a series of letters",1). c_DEF([ "epistrophe",1,1,1 ], "repetition of a word at the end of successive clauses or sentences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epistyle",1,1,1 ], "another name for architrave ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitaph",1,1,1 ], "a commemorative inscription on a tombstone or monument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitaph",1,1,2 ], "a speech or written passage composed in commemoration of a dead person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitaph",1,1,3 ], "a final judgment on a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitasis",1,1,1 ], "(in classical drama) the part of a play in which the main action develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitaxial transistor",1,1,1 ], "(epitaxial layer) onto a crystalline support by epitaxy| The layer acts as one of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epitaxial transistor",1,1,1 ], "a transistor made by depositing a thin pure layer of semiconductor material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitaxial transistor",1,1,1 ], "electrode regions, usually the collector" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "epitaxy",1,1,1 ], "the growth of a thin layer on the surface of a crystal so that the layer has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitaxy",1,1,1 ], "the same structure as the underlying crystal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epithalamium",1,1,1 ], "a poem or song written to celebrate a marriage nuptial ode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epithelioma",1,1,1 ], "a malignant tumour of epithelial tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epithelium",1,1,1 ], "according to their function, which may be protective, secretory, or absorptive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "epithelium",1,1,1 ], "an animal tissue consisting of one or more layers of closely packed cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epithelium",1,1,1 ], "covering the external and internal surfaces of the body| The cells vary in structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epithet",1,1,1 ], "a descriptive word or phrase added to or substituted for a person's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitome",1,1,1 ], "a typical example of a characteristic or class; embodiment; personification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitome",1,1,2 ], "a summary of a written work; abstract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitomize",1,1,1 ], "to be a personification of; typify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epitomize",1,1,2 ], "to make an epitome of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epizoic",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal or plant) growing or living on the exterior of a living animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epizoon",1,1,1 ], "an animal, such as a parasite, that lives on the body of another animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epizootic",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease) suddenly and temporarily affecting a large number of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epizootic",1,2,1 ], "an epizootic disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,1 ], "a point in time beginning a new or distinctive period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,2 ], "a long period of time marked by some predominant or typical characteristic;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,2 ], "era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,3 ], "a precise date to which information, such as coordinates, relating to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,3 ], "celestial body is referred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,4 ], "a unit of geological time within a period during which a series of rocks is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,4 ], "formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epoch",1,1,5 ], "the displacement of an oscillating or vibrating body at zero time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoch-making",1,1,1 ], "of great importance; momentous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epode",1,1,1 ], "the part of a lyric ode that follows the strophe and the antistrophe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epode",1,1,2 ], "a shorter one, invented by Archilochus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epode",1,1,2 ], "a type of lyric poem composed of couplets in which a long line is followed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eponym",1,1,1 ], "a name, esp| a place name, derived from the name of a real or mythical person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eponym",1,1,1 ], "as for example Constantinople from Constantine I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eponym",1,1,2 ], "the name of the person from which such a name is derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eponymy",1,1,1 ], "the derivation of names of places, etc|, from those of persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epop",1,1,1 ], "an epic poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epop",1,1,2 ], "epic poetry in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epos",1,1,1 ], "a body of poetry in which the tradition of a people is conveyed, esp| a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epos",1,1,1 ], "of poems concerned with a common epic theme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epos",1,1,2 ], "another word for epic ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoxide",1,1,1,1 ], "a compound containing an oxygen atom joined to two different groups that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoxide",1,1,1,1 ], "themselves joined to other groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epoxide",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoxy" ,1, 1, 1],"of, consisting of, or containing an oxygen atom joined to two different groups",1). c_DEF([ "epoxy" ,1, 1, 1],"that are themselves joined to other groups",2). c_DEF([ "epoxy" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or consisting of an epoxy resin",1). c_DEF([ "epoxy" ,1, 2, 1],"epoxies",1). c_DEF([ "epoxy" ,1, 2, 2],"short for epoxy resin",1). c_DEF([ "epoxy",1,1,1 ], "any of various tough resistant thermosetting synthetic resins containing epoxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epoxy",1,1,1 ], "groups: used in surface coatings, laminates, and adhesives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epsilon",1,1,1 ], "the fifth letter of the Greek alphabet (#GE, #Ge), a short vowel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "epsilon",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as e" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "epyllion",1,1,1 ], "a miniature epic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equable",1,1,1 ], "even-tempered; placid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equable",1,1,2 ], "unvarying; uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equal sign",1,1,1 ], "the symbol , used to indicate a mathematical equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 1],"(often foll| by to or with) identical in size, quantity, degree, intensity,",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 1],"etc|; the same (as)",2). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 2],"having identical privileges, rights, status, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 3],"having uniform effect or application",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 4],"evenly balanced or proportioned",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 5],"(usually foll| by to) having the necessary or adequate strength, ability,",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 5],"means, etc| (for)",2). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 6],"another word for ,equivalent (sense 3a|)",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 1, 7],"tranquil; placid",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 2, 1],"a person or thing equal to another, esp| in merit, ability, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 3, 1],"quals, equalling, equalled or U|S| equals, equaling, equaled",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 3, 2],"(tr|) to be equal to; correspond to; match",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 3, 3],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 3, 4],"usually foll| by out) to become equal or level",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 3, 5],"(tr|) to make, perform, or do something equal to",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 3, 6],"(tr|) Archaic",1). c_DEF([ "equal" ,1, 3, 7],"to make equal",1). c_DEF([ "equal-area",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a map projection) showing area accurately and therefore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equal-area",1,1,1 ], "distorting shape and direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equalitarian",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for egalitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equality",1,1,1 ], "the state of being equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equality",1,1,2 ], "a statement, usually an equation, indicating that quantities or expressions on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equality",1,1,2 ], "either side of an equal sign are equal in value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equalize",1,1,1 ], "to make equal or uniform; regularize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equalize",1,2,1 ], "(in sports) to reach the same score as one's opponent or opponents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equalizer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that equalizes, esp| a device to counterbalance opposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equalizer",1,1,1 ], "forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equalizer",1,1,2 ], "an electronic network introduced into a transmission circuit to alter its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equalizer",1,1,2 ], "range" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "equalizer",1,1,2 ], "response, esp| to reduce distortion by equalizing its response over a specified frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equalizer",1,1,3 ], "a goal, point, etc|, that levels the score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equalizer",1,1,4 ], "a weapon, esp| a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equanimity",1,1,1 ], "calmness of mind or temper; composure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equate",1,1,1 ], "balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equate",1,1,1 ], "to make or regard as equivalent or similar, esp| in order to compare or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equate",1,1,2 ], "to indicate the equality of; form an equation from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equate",1,2,1 ], "to be equal; correspond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equation of time",1,1,1 ], "maximum in February (over 14 minutes) and November (over 16 minutes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equation of time",1,1,1 ], "the difference between apparent solar time and mean solar time, being at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equation",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal: it is either an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equation",1,1,1 ], "identity, in which the variables can assume any value, or a conditional equation, in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equation",1,1,1 ], "which the variables have only certain values (roots)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "equation",1,1,2 ], "the act of regarding as equal; equating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equation",1,1,3 ], "the act of making equal or balanced; equalization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equation",1,1,4 ], "the state of being equal, equivalent, or equally balanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equator",1,1,1 ], "from the poles; dividing the N and S hemispheres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equator",1,1,1 ], "the great circle of the earth with a latitude of 0 degrees , lying equidistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equator",1,1,2 ], "a circle dividing a sphere or other surface into two equal symmetrical parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equatorial telescope",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical telescope that is mounted on two mutually perpendicular axes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equatorial telescope",1,1,1 ], "one of which is parallel to the earth's axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equatorial",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or existing at or near the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equatorial",1,1,2 ], "lying in the plane of the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equatorial",1,2,1 ], "an equatorial telescope or the mounting of such a telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equerry",1,1,1 ], "an officer attendant upon the British sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equerry",1,1,2 ], "an officer in a royal household responsible for the horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equestrian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to horses and riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equestrian",1,1,2 ], "on horseback; mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equestrian",1,1,3 ], "depicting or representing a person on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equestrian",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or composed of Roman equites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equestrian",1,1,5 ], "Holy Roman Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equestrian",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or composed of knights, esp| the imperial free knights of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equestrian",1,2,1 ], "a person skilled in riding and horsemanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equestrienne",1,1,1 ], "a female rider on horseback, esp| one in a circus who performs acrobatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equi-",1,1,1 ], "equal or equally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equi-NP-deletion",1,1,1 ], "(in transformational grammar) a rule that deletes repeated noun phrases in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equi-NP-deletion",1,1,1 ], "complement clauses, thus deriving a sentence like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equi-NP-deletion",1,1,2 ], "John claims to be a genius from some such structure as John claims John is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equi-NP-deletion",1,1,2 ], "genius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equi-NP-deletion",1,1,3 ], "Often shortened to equi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equiangular",1,1,1 ], "having all angles equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equidistant",1,1,1 ], "distant by equal amounts from two or more places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilateral",1,1,1 ], "having all sides of equal length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilateral",1,2,1 ], "a geometric figure having all its sides of equal length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilateral",1,2,2 ], "a side that is equal in length to other sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrant",1,1,1 ], "a force capable of balancing another force and producing equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrate",1,1,1 ], "to bring to or be in equilibrium; balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrist",1,1,1 ], "a person who performs balancing feats, esp| on a high wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,1 ], "a stable condition in which forces cancel one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,2 ], "any unchanging condition or state of a body, system, etc|, resulting from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,2 ], "balance or cancelling out of the influences or processes to which it is subjected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,3 ], "a state of rest or uniform motion in which there is no resultant force on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,3 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,4 ], "place at equal rates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,4 ], "the condition existing when a chemical reaction and its reverse reaction take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,5 ], "component parts in the statistically most probable manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,5 ], "the condition of a system that has its total energy distributed among its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,6 ], "a state of bodily balance, maintained primarily by special receptors in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,6 ], "inner ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,7 ], "supply in a market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equilibrium",1,1,7 ], "the economic condition in which there is neither excess demand nor excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equimolecular",1,1,1 ], "(of substances, solutions, etc|) containing equal numbers of molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equine distemper",1,1,1 ], "another name for strangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Equidae, which comprises horses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equine",1,1,2 ], "zebras, and asses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial circle",1,1,1 ], "another name for celestial equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial point",1,1,1 ], "ecliptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial point",1,1,1 ], "either of the two points at which the celestial equator intersects the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial year",1,1,1 ], "another name for solar year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial",1,1,1 ], "relating to or occurring at either or both equinoxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant) having flowers that open and close at specific regular times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the celestial equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial",1,2,1 ], "a storm or gale at or near an equinox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinoctial",1,2,2 ], "another name for celestial equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinox",1,1,1 ], "either of the two occasions, six months apart, when day and night are of equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equinox",1,1,1 ], "length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equinox",1,1,2 ], "another name for equinoctial point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equip",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to furnish with (necessary supplies, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equip",1,1,2 ], "to provide with abilities, understanding, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equip",1,1,3 ], "to dress out; attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipage",1,1,1 ], "a horse-drawn carriage, esp| one elegantly equipped and attended by liveried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipage",1,1,1 ], "footmen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equipage",1,1,2 ], "the stores and equipment of a military unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipage",1,1,2,1 ], "a set of useful articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipage",1,1,2,2 ], "a group of attendants; retinue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipartition",1,1,1 ], "different degrees of freedom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equipartition",1,1,1 ], "the equal division of the energy of a system in thermal equilibrium between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipoise",1,1,1 ], "even balance of weight or other forces; equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipoise",1,1,2 ], "a counterbalance; counterpoise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipoise",1,2,1 ], "to offset or balance in weight or force; balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipollent",1,1,1 ], "equal or equivalent in significance, power, or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipollent",1,1,2 ], "(of two propositions) logically deducible from each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipollent",1,2,1 ], "something that is equipollent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equiponderate",1,1,1 ], "to equal or balance in weight, power, force, etc| offset counterbalance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipotential",1,1,1 ], "having the same electric potential or uniform electric potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipotential",1,1,2 ], "equivalent in power or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equipotential",1,2,1 ], "an equipotential line or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equiprobable",1,1,1 ], "equally probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equisetum",1,1,1 ], "any pteridophyte plant of the genus Equisetum, which comprises the horsetails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equitable",1,1,1 ], "impartial or reasonable; fair; just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equitable",1,1,2 ], "relating to or valid in equity, as distinct from common law or statute law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equitable",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) recognized in a court of equity only, as claims, rights, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equitant",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf) having the base folded around the stem so that it overlaps the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equitant",1,1,1 ], "leaf above and opposite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equitation",1,1,1 ], "the study and practice of riding and horsemanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equites",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) the cavalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equites",1,1,2 ], "members of a social order distinguished by wealth and ranking just below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equites",1,1,2 ], "senators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equities",1,1,1 ], "another name for ordinary shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equity of redemption",1,1,1 ], "the right that a mortgager has in equity to redeem his property on payment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equity of redemption",1,1,1 ], "the sum owing, even though the sum is overdue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being impartial or reasonable; fairness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,2 ], "an impartial or fair act, decision, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,3 ], "a remedy where none exists at law" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,3 ], "a system of jurisprudence founded on principles of natural justice and fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,3 ], "conduct| It supplements the common law and mitigates its inflexibility, as by providing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,4 ], "an equitable right or claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,5 ], "the interest of ordinary shareholders in a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,6 ], "liable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equity",1,1,6 ], "the market value of a debtor's property in excess of all debts to which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalence",1,1,1 ], "the state of being equivalent or interchangeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalence",1,1,2 ], "a relation, interpreted as meaning if and only if, between two single or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalence",1,1,2 ], "compound propositions, which are either both true or both false and such that each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equivalence",1,1,2 ], "implies the other| Symbol: or , as in &-(p$Vq)&-pV&-q or pq" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "equivalence",1,1,3 ], "a function of two propositions that takes the value true either when both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalence",1,1,3 ], "propositions are true or both are false, and the value false otherwise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equivalency",1,1,1 ], "the state of having equal valencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent circuit",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of simple electrical components that is electrically equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent circuit",1,1,1 ], "to a complex circuit and is used to simplify circuit analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent focal length",1,1,1 ], "axis to the angular distance of the object in radians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent focal length",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the size of an image of a small distant object near the optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent weight",1,1,1 ], "grams of oxygen or 1|007,97 grams of hydrogen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent weight",1,1,1 ], "the weight of an element or compound that will combine with or displace 8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,1,1 ], "equal or interchangeable in value, quantity, significance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,1,2 ], "having the same or a similar effect or meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,1,2,1 ], "(of two geometric figures)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,1,3 ], "having a particular property in common equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,1,3,2 ], "(of two equations or inequalities) having the same set of solutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,1,3,3 ], "(of two sets) having the same cardinal number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,1,4 ], "(of two propositions) having an equivalence between them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,2,1 ], "something that is equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivalent",1,2,2 ], "short for equivalent weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivocal",1,1,1 ], "capable of varying interpretations; ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivocal",1,1,2 ], "deliberately misleading or vague; evasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivocal",1,1,3 ], "of doubtful character or sincerity; dubious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivocate",1,1,1 ], "or honestly hedge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "equivocate",1,1,1 ], "to use vague or ambiguous language, esp| in order to avoid speaking directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivoque",1,1,1 ], "a play on words; pun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivoque",1,1,2 ], "an ambiguous phrase or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equivoque",1,1,3 ], "double meaning; ambiguity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "equiv|",1,1,1 ], "equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eq|",1,1,1 ], "equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eq|",1,1,2 ], "equation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eq|",1,1,3 ], "equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "er",1,1,1 ], "a sound made when hesitating in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "era",1,1,1 ], "a period of time considered as being of a distinctive character; epoch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "era",1,1,2 ], "an extended period of time the years of which are numbered from a fixed point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "era",1,1,2 ], "or event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "era",1,1,3 ], "a point in time, esp| one beginning a new or distinctive period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "era",1,1,4 ], "a major division of geological time, divided into several periods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eradiate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for radiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eradicate",1,1,1 ], "to obliterate; stamp out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eradicate",1,1,2 ], "to pull or tear up by the roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erase",1,1,1 ], "to obliterate or rub out (something written, typed, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erase",1,2,1 ], "to destroy all traces of; remove completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erase",1,2,2 ], "to remove (a recording) from (magnetic tape)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erase",1,3,1 ], "of data" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erase",1,3,1 ], "to replace (data) on a storage device with characters representing an absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eraser",1,1,1 ], "an object, such as a piece of rubber or felt, used for erasing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eraser",1,1,1 ], "written, typed, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erasion",1,1,1 ], "the act of erasing; erasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erasion",1,1,2 ], "the surgical scraping away of tissue, esp| of bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erasure",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of erasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erasure",1,1,2 ], "the place or mark, as on a piece of paper, where something has been erased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erbium",1,1,1 ], "1522 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2510 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "erbium",1,1,1 ], "a soft malleable silvery-white element of the lanthanide series of metals:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erbium",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 68; atomic wt|: 167|26; valency: 3; relative density: 9|045; melting pt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "erbium",1,1,1 ], "used in special alloys, room-temperature lasers, and as a pigment| Symbol: Er;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ere",1,2,1 ], "a poetic word for before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,1,1 ], "upright in posture or position; not bent or leaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,1,2 ], "(of an optical image) having the same orientation as the object; not inverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,1,3 ], "(of the penis, clitoris, or nipples) firm or rigid after swelling with blood," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,1,3 ], "esp| as a result of sexual excitement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,1,4 ], "(of plant parts) growing vertically or at right angles to the parts from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,1,4 ], "they arise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,1 ], "to put up; construct; build" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,2 ], "to raise to an upright position; lift up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,3 ], "to found or form; set up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,4 ], "to become or cause to become firm or rigid by filling with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,5 ], "to hold up as an ideal; exalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,6 ], "to change (an inverted image) to an upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,7 ], "right angles to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erect",1,2,7 ], "to draw or construct (a line, figure, etc|) on a given line or figure, esp| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erectile",1,1,1 ], "(of tissues or organs, such as the penis or clitoris) capable of becoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erectile",1,1,1 ], "rigid or erect as the result of being filled with blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erectile",1,1,2 ], "capable of being erected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erection",1,1,1 ], "the act of erecting or the state of being erected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erection",1,1,2 ], "something that has been erected; a building or construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erection",1,1,3 ], "the enlarged state or condition of erectile tissues or organs, esp| the penis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erection",1,1,3 ], "when filled with blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erection",1,1,4 ], "an erect penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erector",1,1,1 ], "any muscle that raises a part or makes it erect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erector",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that erects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erelong",1,1,1 ], "before long; soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eremite",1,1,1 ], "a Christian hermit or recluse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erepsin",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of proteolytic enzymes secreted by the small intestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erethism",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally high degree of irritability or sensitivity in any part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erethism",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erethism",1,1,2 ], "an abnormal tendency to become aroused quickly, esp| sexually, as the result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erethism",1,1,2 ], "of a verbal or psychic stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erewhile",1,1,1 ], "a short time ago; a little while before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erg",1,1,1 ], "a force of 1 dyne is displaced through 1 centimetre in the direction of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erg",1,1,1 ], "force| 1 erg is equivalent to 10-'7 joule" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "erg",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of work or energy; the work done when the point of application of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erg",2,1,1 ], "an area of shifting sand dunes in a desert, esp| the Sahara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergastoplasm",1,1,1 ], "a former name for endoplasmic reticulum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergatocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by the workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergo",1,1,1 ], "therefore; hence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that measures and records the amount of work a muscle does" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergograph",1,1,1 ], "during contraction, its rate of fatigue, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ergometer",1,1,1 ], "a dynamometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergonomics",1,1,1 ], "biotechnology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ergonomics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the relationship between workers and their environment|U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergosterol",1,1,1 ], "a plant sterol that is converted into vitamin D by the action of ultraviolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergosterol",1,1,1 ], "radiation| Formula: C28H43OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ergot",1,1,1 ], "Claviceps, esp| C| purpurea, in which the seeds or grain of the plants are replaced by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ergot",1,1,1 ], "a disease of cereals and other grasses caused by ascomycete fungi of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergot",1,1,1 ], "spore-containing bodies (sclerotia) of the fungus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ergot",1,1,2 ], "any fungus causing this disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergot",1,1,3 ], "the dried sclerotia of C| purpurea, used as the source of certain alkaloids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergot",1,1,3 ], "used to treat haemorrhage, facilitate uterine contraction in childbirth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ergotism",1,1,1 ], "ergot poisoning, producing either burning pains and eventually gangrene in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ergotism",1,1,1 ], "limbs or itching skin and convulsions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eric",1,1,1 ], "(in old Irish law) a fine paid by a murderer to the family of his victim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erica",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the ericaceous genus Erica, including the heaths and some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erica",1,1,1 ], "heathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ericaceous",1,1,1 ], "arbutus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ericaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Ericaceae, a family of trees and shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ericaceous",1,1,1 ], "with typically bell-shaped flowers: includes heather, rhododendron, azalea, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erigeron",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Erigeron, whose flowers resemble asters but have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erigeron",1,1,1 ], "narrower rays: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erinaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling hedgehogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eringo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of eryngo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eristic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating, or given to controversy or logical disputation, esp| for its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eristic",1,1,1 ], "sake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eristic",1,2,1 ], "a person who engages in logical disputes; a controversialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eristic",1,2,2 ], "the art or practice of logical disputation, esp| if specious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erk",1,1,1 ], "an aircraftman or naval rating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erlking",1,1,1 ], "a malevolent spirit who carries children off to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ermine",1,1,1 ], "black-tipped tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ermine",1,1,1 ], "the stoat in northern regions, where it has a white winter coat with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ermine",1,1,2 ], "the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ermine",1,1,3 ], "one of the two principal furs used on heraldic shields, conventionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ermine",1,1,3 ], "represented by a white field flecked with black ermine tails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ermine",1,1,4 ], "the dignity or office of a judge, noble, or king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erne",1,1,1 ], "another name for the (European)sea eagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erode",1,1,1 ], "to grind or wear down or away or become ground or worn down or away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erode",1,1,2 ], "to deteriorate or cause to deteriorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erode",1,2,1 ], "to remove (tissue) by ulceration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erogenous",1,1,1 ], "sensitive to sexual stimulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erogenous",1,1,2 ], "arousing sexual desire or giving sexual pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erose",1,1,1 ], "jagged or uneven, as though gnawed or bitten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erosion",1,1,1 ], "action of water, ice, wind, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erosion",1,1,1 ], "the wearing away of rocks and other deposits on the earth's surface by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erosion",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of eroding or the state of being eroded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerning, or arousing sexual desire or giving sexual pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotic",1,1,2 ], "marked by strong sexual desire or being especially sensitive to sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotic",1,1,2 ], "stimulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erotic",1,2,1 ], "a person who has strong sexual desires or is especially responsive to sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotic",1,2,1 ], "stimulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erotica",1,1,1 ], "explicitly sexual literature or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eroticism",1,1,1 ], "erotic quality or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eroticism",1,1,2 ], "the use of sexually arousing or pleasing symbolism in literature or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eroticism",1,1,3 ], "sexual excitement or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eroticism",1,1,4 ], "a tendency to exalt sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eroticism",1,1,5 ], "an overt display of sexual behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eroto-",1,1,1 ], "denoting erotic desire, excitement, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotogenic",1,1,1 ], "originating from or causing sexual stimulation; erogenous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotology",1,1,1 ], "the study of erotic stimuli and sexual behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotology",1,1,2 ], "a description of such stimuli and behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erotomania",1,1,1 ], "abnormally strong sexual desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "err",1,1,1 ], "to make a mistake; be incorrect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "err",1,1,2 ], "to act with bias, esp| favourable bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errancy",1,1,1 ], "the state or an instance of erring or a tendency to err" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errancy",1,1,2 ], "the holding of views at variance with accepted doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errand boy",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain, esp| formerly) a boy employed by a shopkeeper to deliver goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errand boy",1,1,1 ], "and run other errands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "errand",1,1,1 ], "a short trip undertaken to perform a necessary task or commission (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errand",1,1,1 ], "phrase run errands)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "errand",1,1,2 ], "the purpose or object of such a trip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errant",1,1,1 ], "wandering in search of adventure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errant",1,1,2 ], "erring or straying from the right course or accepted standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errantry",1,1,1 ], "the way of life of a knight errant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errata",1,1,1 ], "the plural of erratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erratic",1,1,1 ], "irregular in performance, behaviour, or attitude; inconsistent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erratic",1,1,1 ], "unpredictable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erratic",1,1,2 ], "having no fixed or regular course; wandering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erratic",1,2,1 ], "a piece of rock that differs in composition, shape, etc|, from the rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erratic",1,2,1 ], "surrounding it, having been transported from its place of origin, esp| by glacial action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erratic",1,2,2 ], "an erratic person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erratum",1,1,1 ], "an error in writing or printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erratum",1,1,2 ], "another name for corrigendum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errhine",1,1,1 ], "causing nasal secretion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "errhine",1,2,1 ], "an errhine drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erroneous",1,1,1 ], "based on or containing error; mistaken; incorrect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "error of closure",1,1,1 ], "differs from the true or established one, esp| when plotting a closed traverse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "error of closure",1,1,1 ], "the amount by which a computed, plotted, or observed quantity or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "error",1,1,1 ], "a mistake or inaccuracy, as in action or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "error",1,1,2 ], "an incorrect belief or wrong judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "error",1,1,3 ], "or speech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "error",1,1,3 ], "the condition of deviating from accuracy or correctness, as in belief, action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "error",1,1,4 ], "deviation from a moral standard; wrongdoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ersatz",1,1,1 ], "made in imitation of some natural or genuine product; artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ersatz",1,2,1 ], "an ersatz substance or article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erst",1,1,1 ], "long ago; formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erst",1,1,2 ], "at first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erstwhile",1,1,1 ], "former; one-time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erstwhile",1,2,1 ], "long ago; formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erubescence",1,1,1 ], "the process of growing red or a condition of redness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eruct",1,1,1 ], "to raise (gas and often a small quantity of acid) from the stomach; belch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eruct",1,1,2 ], "(of a volcano) to pour out (fumes or volcanic matter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erudite",1,1,1 ], "having or showing extensive scholarship; learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erumpent",1,1,1 ], "bursting out or (esp| of plant parts) developing as though bursting through an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erumpent",1,1,1 ], "overlying structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erupt",1,1,1 ], "or (of volcanic material, etc|) to be so ejected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erupt",1,1,1 ], "to eject (steam, water, and volcanic material such as lava and ash) violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erupt",1,2,1 ], "(of a skin blemish) to appear on the skin; break out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erupt",1,3,1 ], "(of a tooth) to emerge through the gum and become visible during the normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erupt",1,3,1 ], "process of tooth development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erupt",1,4,1 ], "to burst forth suddenly and violently, as from restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eruptive",1,1,1 ], "erupting or tending to erupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eruptive",1,1,2 ], "resembling or of the nature of an eruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eruptive",1,1,3 ], "(of rocks) formed by solidification of magma; igneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eruptive",1,1,4 ], "(of a disease) characterized by skin eruptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eryngo",1,1,1 ], "any umbelliferous plant of the genus Eryngium, such as the sea holly, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eryngo",1,1,1 ], "toothed or lobed leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erysipelas",1,1,1 ], "an acute streptococcal infectious disease of the skin, characterized by fever," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erysipelas",1,1,1 ], "headache, vomiting, and purplish raised lesions, esp| on the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erysipeloid",1,1,1 ], "an infective dermatitis mainly affecting the hands, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erysipeloid",1,1,1 ], "inflammation and caused by the microorganism Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae on contaminated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erysipeloid",1,1,1 ], "meat, poultry, or fish: most prevalent among fishermen and butchers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "erythema" ,1, 1, 1],"injury to the tissue",2). c_DEF([ "erythema" ,1, 1, 1],"redness of the skin, usually occurring in patches, caused by irritation or",1). c_DEF([ "erythrism",1,1,1 ], "abnormal red coloration, as in plumage or hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythrite",1,1,1 ], "a pink to purple secondary mineral consisting of hydrated cobalt arsenate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythrite",1,1,1 ], "monoclinic crystalline form| Formula: Co3(AsO\4)2|8H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erythrite",1,1,2 ], "another name for erythritol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythritol",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C4H10O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "erythritol",1,1,1 ], "a sweet crystalline compound extracted from certain algae and lichens and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythritol",1,1,1 ], "in medicine to dilate the blood vessels of the heart; 1,2,3,4-butanetetrol|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erythro-",1,1,1 ], "red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythroblast",1,1,1 ], "a nucleated cell in bone marrow that develops into an erythrocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythroblastosis",1,1,1 ], "the abnormal presence of erythroblasts in the circulating blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythroblastosis",1,1,2 ], "an anaemic blood disease of a fetus or newborn child, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythroblastosis",1,1,2 ], "erythroblasts in the circulating blood: caused by a blood incompatibility between mother and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erythroblastosis",1,1,2 ], "fetus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "erythrocyte",1,1,1 ], "a blood cell of vertebrates that transports oxygen and carbon dioxide," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythrocyte",1,1,1 ], "combined with the red pigment haemoglobin, to and from the tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erythrocytometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for counting the number or measuring the size of red blood cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythrocytometer",1,1,1 ], "in a sample of blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erythromycin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic used in treating infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "erythromycin",1,1,1 ], "is obtained from the bacterium Streptomyces erythreus|Formula: C37M67NO13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "erythropoiesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of red blood cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escadrille",1,1,1 ], "a French squadron of aircraft, esp| in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escadrille",1,1,2 ], "a small squadron of ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escalade",1,1,1 ], "an assault by the use of ladders, esp| on a fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escalade",1,2,1 ], "to gain access to (a place) by the use of ladders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escalate" ,1, 1, 1],"in after the arrival of the troops the violence escalated",1). c_DEF([ "escalate" ,1, 1, 1],"to increase or be increased in extent, intensity, or magnitude",1). c_DEF([ "escalator clause",1,1,1 ], "a clause in a contract stipulating an adjustment in wages, prices, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escalator clause",1,1,1 ], "living or price of raw materials" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "escalator clause",1,1,1 ], "the event of specified changes in conditions, such as a large rise in the cost of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escalator",1,1,1 ], "a moving staircase consisting of stair treads fixed to a conveyor belt, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escalator",1,1,1 ], "transporting passengers between levels, esp| between the floors of a building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escalator",1,1,2 ], "short for escalator clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escallonia",1,1,1 ], "any evergreen shrub of the South American saxifragaceous genus Escallonia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escallonia",1,1,1 ], "with white or red flowers: cultivated for ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escallop",1,2,1 ], "another word for scallop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escalope",1,1,1 ], "a thin slice of meat, usually veal, coated with egg and breadcrumbs, fried," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escalope",1,1,1 ], "and served with a rich sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escapade",1,1,1 ], "a wild or exciting adventure, esp| one that is mischievous or unlawful;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapade",1,1,1 ], "scrape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escapade",1,1,2 ], "any lighthearted or carefree episode; prank; romp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape clause",1,1,1 ], "a clause in a contract freeing one of the parties from his obligations in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape clause",1,1,1 ], "certain circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape hatch",1,1,1 ], "a means of escape in an emergency, esp| from a submarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape mechanism",1,1,1 ], "any emotional or mental mechanism that enables a person to avoid acknowledging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape mechanism",1,1,1 ], "unpleasant or threatening realities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape pipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe for overflowing water, escaping steam, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape road",1,1,1 ], "a road, usually ending in a pile of sand, provided on a hill for a driver to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape road",1,1,1 ], "drive into if his brakes fail or on a bend if he loses control of the turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape shaft",1,1,1 ], "a shaft in a mine through which miners can escape if the regular shaft is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape shaft",1,1,1 ], "blocked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape velocity",1,1,1 ], "gravitational field of the earth or other celestial body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape velocity",1,1,1 ], "the minimum velocity that a body must have in order to escape from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape wheel",1,1,1 ], "a toothed wheel that engages intermittently with a balance wheel or pendulum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape wheel",1,1,1 ], "causing the mechanism to oscillate and thereby moving the hands of a clock or watch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,1,1 ], "to get away or break free from (confinements, captors, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,1,2 ], "to manage to avoid (imminent danger, punishment, evil, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,2,1 ], "(of gases, liquids, etc|) to issue gradually, as from a crack or fissure;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,2,1 ], "seep; leak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,3,1 ], "to elude; be forgotten by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,4,1 ], "to be articulated inadvertently or involuntarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,5,1 ], "(of cultivated plants) to grow wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,1 ], "the act of escaping or state of having escaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,2 ], "avoidance of injury, harm, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,2,1 ], "a means or way of escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,3 ], "a means of distraction or relief, esp| from reality or boredom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,4 ], "a gradual outflow; leakage; seepage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,5 ], "a valve that releases air, steam, etc|, above a certain pressure; relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,5 ], "valve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escape",1,6,6 ], "a plant that was originally cultivated but is now growing wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapee",1,1,1 ], "a person who has escaped, esp| an escaped prisoner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapement",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism consisting of an escape wheel and anchor, used in timepieces to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapement",1,1,1 ], "provide periodic impulses to the pendulum or balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escapement",1,1,2 ], "any similar mechanism that regulates movement, usually consisting of toothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapement",1,1,2 ], "wheels engaged by rocking levers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escapement",1,1,3 ], "an overflow channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapement",1,1,4 ], "an act or means of escaping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapism",1,1,1 ], "an inclination to or habit of retreating from unpleasant reality, as through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escapism",1,1,1 ], "diversion or fantasy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escapologist",1,1,1 ], "an entertainer who specializes in freeing himself from confinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escargot",1,1,1 ], "a variety of edible snail, usually eaten with a sauce made of melted butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escargot",1,1,1 ], "and garlic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escarp",1,1,1 ], "the inner side of the ditch separating besiegers and besieged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escarp",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for scarp ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escarpment",1,1,1,1 ], "the long continuous steep face of a ridge or plateau formed by erosion; scarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escarpment",1,1,1,2 ], "any steep slope, such as one resulting from faulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escarpment",1,1,2 ], "a steep artificial slope made around a fortified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eschalot",1,1,1 ], "another name for a shallot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eschar",1,1,1 ], "a dry scab or slough, esp| one following a burn or cauterization of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escharotic",1,1,1 ], "capable of producing an eschar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escharotic",1,2,1 ], "a caustic or corrosive agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eschatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of theology or biblical exegesis concerned with the end of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eschatology",1,1,1 ], "world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escheat",1,1,1 ], "(before 1926) the reversion of property to the Crown in the absence of legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escheat",1,1,1 ], "heirs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escheat",1,1,2 ], "(in feudal times) the reversion of property to the feudal lord in the absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escheat",1,1,2 ], "of legal heirs or upon outlawry of the tenant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escheat",1,1,3 ], "the property so reverting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escheat",1,2,1 ], "to take (land) by escheat or (of land) to revert by escheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eschew",1,1,1 ], "avoid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eschew",1,1,1 ], "to keep clear of or abstain from (something disliked, injurious, etc|) shun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escolar",1,1,1 ], "any slender spiny-finned fish of the family Gempylidae, of warm and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escolar",1,1,1 ], "seas: similar and closely related to the scombroid fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,1,1 ], "for protection or guidance or as a mark of honour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,1,1 ], "one or more persons, soldiers, vehicles, etc|, accompanying another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,1,2 ], "a man or youth who accompanies a woman or girl: he was her escort for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,1,2 ], "evening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,1,2,1 ], "a person, esp| a young woman, who may be hired to accompany another for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,1,2,1 ], "entertainment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,2,1 ], "($Is!k@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escort",1,3,1 ], "to accompany or attend as an escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escribe",1,1,1 ], "the other two sides produced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escribe",1,1,1 ], "to draw (a circle) so that it is tangential to one side of a triangle and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escritoire",1,1,1 ], "a writing desk with compartments and drawers, concealed by a hinged flap, on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escritoire",1,1,1 ], "chest of drawers or plain stand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escrow",1,1,1 ], "money, goods, or a written document, such as a contract bond, delivered to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escrow",1,1,1 ], "third party and held by him pending fulfilment of some condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escrow",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being an escrow (esp| in the phrase in escrow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escrow",1,2,1 ], "to place (a document, etc|) in escrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escuage",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) another word for scutage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escudo" ,1, 1, 1],"the standard monetary unit of Portugal, divided into 100 centavos",1). c_DEF([ "escudo" ,1, 1, 2],"the standard monetary unit of Chile, divided into 100 centesimos",1). c_DEF([ "escudo" ,1, 1, 3],"an old Spanish silver coin worth 10 reals",1). c_DEF([ "esculent",1,1,1 ], "any edible substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esculent",1,2,1 ], "edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escutcheon",1,1,1 ], "a shield, esp| a heraldic one that displays a coat of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escutcheon",1,1,2 ], "a plate or shield that surrounds a keyhole, door handle, light switch, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escutcheon",1,1,2 ], "esp| an ornamental one protecting a door or wall surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "escutcheon",1,1,3 ], "the place on the stern or transom of a vessel where the name is shown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "escutcheon",1,1,4 ], "blot on one's escutcheon| a stain on one's honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esemplastic",1,1,1 ], "making into one; unifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eserine",1,1,1 ], "another name for physostigmine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esker",1,1,1 ], "a long winding ridge of gravel, sand, etc|, originally deposited by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esker",1,1,1 ], "meltwater stream running under a glacier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "esophagus",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of oesophagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esoteric",1,1,1 ], "because of abstruseness or obscurity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "esoteric",1,1,1 ], "restricted to or intended for an enlightened or initiated minority, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esoteric",1,1,2 ], "difficult to understand; abstruse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esoteric",1,1,3 ], "not openly admitted; private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espadrille",1,1,1 ], "a light shoe with a canvas upper, esp| with a braided cord sole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espalier",1,1,1 ], "against a wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "espalier",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental shrub or fruit tree that has been trained to grow flat, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espalier",1,1,2 ], "the trellis, framework, or arrangement of stakes on which such plants are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espalier",1,1,2 ], "trained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "espalier",1,1,3 ], "the method used to produce such plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espalier",1,2,1 ], "to train (a plant) on an espalier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esparto",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses, esp| Stipa tenacissima of S Europe and N Africa, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esparto",1,1,1 ], "yield a fibre used to make ropes, mats, etc| " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "especial" ,1, 1, 1],"always used in preference to especial when the sense is one of being out of the",2). c_DEF([ "especial" ,1, 1, 1],"d especially have a more limited use than special and specially|Special is",1). c_DEF([ "especial" ,1, 1, 1],"ordinary",3). c_DEF([ "especial" ,1, 1, 1],"unusual; notable; exceptional",1). c_DEF([ "especial" ,1, 1, 2],"Where an idea of preeminence",1). c_DEF([ "especial" ,1, 1, 2],"applying to one person or thing in particular; not general; specific;",1). c_DEF([ "especial" ,1, 1, 2],"peculiar",2). c_DEF([ "esperance",1,1,1 ], "hope or expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espial",1,1,1 ], "the act or fact of being seen or discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espial",1,1,2 ], "the act of noticing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espial",1,1,3 ], "the act of spying upon; secret observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espionage",1,1,1 ], "the systematic use of spies to obtain secret information, esp| by governments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espionage",1,1,1 ], "to discover military or political secrets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "espionage",1,1,2 ], "the act or practice of spying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esplanade",1,1,1 ], "a long open level stretch of ground for walking along, esp| beside the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esplanade",1,1,1 ], "shore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "esplanade",1,1,2 ], "an open area in front of a fortified place, in which attackers are exposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esplanade",1,1,2 ], "the defenders' fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "espousal",1,1,1 ], "adoption or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espousal",1,1,2 ], "a marriage or betrothal ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espouse",1,1,1 ], "to adopt or give support to (a cause, ideal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espouse",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a man) to take as spouse marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espresso",1,1,1 ], "beans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "espresso",1,1,1 ], "strong coffee made by forcing steam or boiling water through ground coffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espresso",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for making coffee in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esprit de corps",1,1,1 ], "consciousness of and pride in belonging to a particular group; the sense of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esprit de corps",1,1,1 ], "shared purpose and fellowship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "esprit",1,1,1 ], "spirit and liveliness, esp| in wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to catch sight of or perceive (something distant or previously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "espy",1,1,1 ], "unnoticed); detect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "esp|",1,1,1 ], "especially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esquire",1,1,1 ], "a title of respect, usually abbreviated Esq|, placed after a man's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esquire",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval England) the attendant and shield bearer of a knight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esquire",1,1,2 ], "subsequently often knighted himself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "esquire",1,1,3 ], "a male escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esquire",1,2,1 ], "to escort (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essay",1,1,1 ], "a short literary composition dealing with a subject analytically or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essay",1,1,1 ], "speculatively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essay",1,1,2 ], "an attempt or endeavour; effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essay",1,1,3 ], "a test or trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essay",1,2,1 ], "to attempt or endeavour; try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essay",1,2,2 ], "to test or try out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essayist",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes essays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,1 ], "identity; fundamental nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,1 ], "the characteristic or intrinsic feature of a thing, which determines its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,2 ], "the most distinctive element of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,3 ], "a perfect or complete form of something, esp| a person who typifies an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,3 ], "abstract quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,4 ], "existence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,4 ], "the unchanging inward nature of something as opposed to its attributes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,5 ], "an immaterial or spiritual entity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,5,1 ], "determines its chemical or pharmacological properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,5,1 ], "the constituent of a plant, usually an oil, alkaloid, or glycoside, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,5,2 ], "an alcoholic solution of such a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essence",1,1,6 ], "a rare word for perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential oil",1,1,1 ], "any of various volatile organic oils present in plants, usually containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential oil",1,1,1 ], "extracted: used in flavouring and perfumery" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "essential oil",1,1,1 ], "terpenes and esters and having the odour or flavour of the plant from which they are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,1 ], "vitally important; absolutely necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,2 ], "basic; fundamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,3 ], "completely realized; absolute; perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,4 ], "(of an amino acid) necessary for the normal growth of an organism but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,4 ], "synthesized by the organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,5 ], "derived from or relating to an extract of a plant, drug, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,6 ], "chord or piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,1,6 ], "denoting or relating to a note that belongs to the fundamental harmony of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,2,1 ], "something fundamental or indispensable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essential",1,2,2 ], "an essential note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essentialism",1,1,1 ], "from their perceivable attributes and their existence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essentialism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that material objects have an essence that is distinguishable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essentialism",1,1,2 ], "encouraging intellectual self-discipline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "essentialism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that education should concentrate on teaching basic skills and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "essonite",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hessonite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establish",1,1,1 ], "to make secure or permanent in a certain place, condition, job, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establish",1,1,2 ], "to create or set up (an organization, etc|) on or as if on a permanent basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establish",1,1,3 ], "to prove correct or free from doubt; validate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establish",1,1,4 ], "to cause (a principle, theory, etc|) to be widely or permanently accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establish",1,1,5 ], "to give (a Church) the status of a national institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establish",1,1,6 ], "to make winners of (the remaining cards of a suit) by forcing out opponents'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establish",1,1,6 ], "top cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "establishment",1,1,1 ], "the act of establishing or state of being established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishment",1,1,1,1 ], "a business organization or other large institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishment",1,1,1,2 ], "the place where a business is carried on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishment",1,1,2 ], "the staff and equipment of a commercial or other organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishment",1,1,3 ], "any large organization, institution, or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishment",1,1,4 ], "a household or place of residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishment",1,1,5 ], "a body of employees or servants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishmentarian",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to an Established Church, esp| the Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishmentarian",1,1,2 ], "as a national institution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "establishmentarian",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the principle of a Church being officially recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "establishmentarian",1,2,1 ], "an upholder of this principle, esp| as applied to the Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estaminet",1,1,1 ], "a small cafe, bar, or bistro, esp| a shabby one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estancia",1,1,1 ], "(in Spanish America) a large estate or cattle ranch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate agent",1,1,1 ], "an agent concerned with the valuation, management, lease, and sale of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate agent",1,1,1 ], "property| Usual U|S| name: realtor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate agent",1,1,2 ], "estate manager" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate agent",1,1,2 ], "the administrator of a large landed property, acting on behalf of its owner;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate car",1,1,1 ], "a car with a comparatively long body containing a large carrying space," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate car",1,1,1 ], "reached through a rear door: usually the back seats can be folded forward to increase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate car",1,1,1 ], "the carrying space" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "estate duty",1,1,1 ], "another name for death duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,1 ], "a large piece of landed property, esp| in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,2 ], "a large area of property development, esp| of new houses or (trading estate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,2 ], "of factories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,2,1 ], "property or possessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,2,2 ], "relation to the right of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,2,2 ], "the nature of interest that a person has in land or other property, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,2,3 ], "bankrupt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,2,3 ], "the total extent of the real and personal property of a deceased person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,3 ], "(peers), lords spiritual and commons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,3 ], "an order or class of persons in a political community, regarded collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,3 ], "as a part of the body politic: usually regarded as being the lords temporal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,4 ], "standing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,4 ], "state, period, or position in life, esp| with regard to wealth or social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estate",1,1,5 ], "pomp; ceremony; grandeur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esteem",1,1,1 ], "to have great respect or high regard for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esteem",1,1,2 ], "to judge or consider; deem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esteem",1,2,1 ], "high regard or respect; good opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esteem",1,2,2 ], "judgment; opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ester",1,1,1 ], "acetate, are usually volatile fragrant liquids; fats are solid esters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ester",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of compounds produced by reaction between acids and alcohols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ester",1,1,1 ], "with the elimination of water| Esters with low molecular weights, such as ethyl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "esterase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse esters into alcohols and acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esterify",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change into an ester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esthesia",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of aesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esthete",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of aesthete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimable",1,1,1 ], "worthy of respect; deserving of admiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimable",1,1,2 ], "(of amounts, numbers, etc|) capable of being calculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,1,1 ], "roughly; gauge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,1,1 ], "to form an approximate idea of (distance, size, cost, etc|); calculate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,2,1 ], "to form an opinion about; judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,2,2 ], "to submit (an approximate price) for (a job) to a prospective client" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,3,1 ], "to derive a statistical estimate for (a population parameter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,4,1 ], "an approximate calculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,4,2 ], "a statement indicating the likely charge for or cost of certain work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimate",1,4,3 ], "a judgment; appraisal; opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimation",1,1,1 ], "a considered opinion; judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimation",1,1,2 ], "esteem; respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estimation",1,1,3 ], "the act of estimating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estipulate",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of exstipulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estival",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of aestival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estivate",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of aestivate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estivation",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of aestivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estop",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estop",1,1,2 ], "to preclude by estoppel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estop",1,1,3 ], "to stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estoppel",1,1,1 ], "a rule of evidence whereby a person is precluded from denying the truth of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estoppel",1,1,1 ], "statement of facts he has previously asserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estovers",1,1,1 ], "necessaries allowed by law to tenant of land, esp| wood for fuel and repairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estrade",1,1,1 ], "a dais or raised platform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estradiol",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of oestradiol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estragon",1,1,1 ], "another name for tarragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estrange",1,1,1 ], "alienate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estrange",1,1,1 ], "to antagonize or lose the affection of (someone previously friendly);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estray",1,1,1 ], "a stray domestic animal of unknown ownership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estreat",1,1,1 ], "a true copy of or extract from a court record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estreat",1,2,1 ], "the court record to the proper authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estreat",1,2,1 ], "to enforce (a recognizance that has been forfeited) by sending an extract of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estrin",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of oestrin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estriol",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of oestriol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estrogen",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of oestrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estrone",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of oestrone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estrus",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of oestrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estuarine",1,1,1 ], "formed or deposited in an estuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estuarine",1,1,2 ], "growing in, inhabiting, or found in an estuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estuary",1,1,1 ], "the widening channel of a river where it nears the sea, with a mixing of fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "estuary",1,1,1 ], "water and salt (tidal) water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "estuary",1,1,2 ], "an inlet of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "est|",1,1,1 ], "established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "est|",1,1,2 ], "estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "est|",1,1,3 ], "estimate(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "est|",1,1,4 ], "estuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "esurient",1,1,1 ], "greedy; voracious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "et al|",1,1,1 ], "et alibi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "et al|",1,1,2 ], "et alii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "et cetera",1,1,1 ], "and the rest; and others; and so forth: used at the end of a list to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "et cetera",1,1,1 ], "that other items of the same class or type should be considered or included" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "et cetera",1,1,2 ], "or the like; or something else similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "et seq|",1,1,1 ], "et sequens Latin: and the following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "et seq|",1,1,2 ], "et sequentia Latin: and those that follow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eta",1,1,1 ], "the seventh letter in the Greek alphabet (#GH, #Gh), a long vowel sound," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eta",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as e or e" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eta",2,1,1 ], "(in Japan, formerly) a member of a class of outcasts who did menial and dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eta",2,1,1 ], "tasks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etaerio",1,1,1 ], "(traveller's joy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etaerio",1,1,1 ], "an aggregate fruit, as one consisting of drupes (raspberry) or achenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etalon",1,1,1 ], "a device used in spectroscopy to measure wavelengths by interference effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etalon",1,1,1 ], "produced by multiple reflections between parallel half-silvered glass or quartz plates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etamine",1,1,1 ], "a cotton or worsted fabric of loose weave, used for clothing, curtains, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etaoin shrdlu",1,1,1 ], "a Linotype slug, used as a marker, produced by running the fingers down the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etaoin shrdlu",1,1,1 ], "first two rows of the keyboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etceteras",1,1,1 ], "miscellaneous extra things or persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etch",1,1,1 ], "the action of an acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etch",1,1,1 ], "to wear away the surface of (a metal, glass, etc|) by chemical action, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etch",1,1,2 ], "be used for printing) by using the action of acid on parts not covered by wax or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etch",1,1,2 ], "other acid-resistant coating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "etch",1,1,2 ], "to cut or corrode (a design, decoration, etc|) on (a metal or other plate to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etch",1,2,1 ], "to cut with or as if with a sharp implement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etch",1,3,1 ], "to imprint vividly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etchant",1,1,1 ], "any acid or corrosive used for etching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etching",1,1,1 ], "from them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etching",1,1,1 ], "the art, act, or process of preparing etched surfaces or of printing designs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etching",1,1,2 ], "an etched plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etching",1,1,3 ], "an impression made from an etched plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etc|",1,1,1 ], "et cetera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternal triangle",1,1,1 ], "an emotional relationship in which there are conflicts involving a man and two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternal triangle",1,1,1 ], "women or a woman and two men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eternal",1,1,1,1 ], "without beginning or end; lasting for ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternal",1,1,1,2 ], "the eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternal",1,1,2 ], "an attribute of God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eternal",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to that which is without beginning and end, regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternal",1,1,3 ], "unchanged by time, esp| being true or valid for all time; immutable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternal",1,1,4 ], "seemingly unceasing; occurring again and again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternalize" ,1, 1, 0],"OWORD",1). c_DEF([ "eternalize" ,1, 1, 1],"eternize ($It$z$:na$Iz) or eternalise, eternisevb",1). c_DEF([ "eternalize" ,1, 2, 1],"to make eternal",1). c_DEF([ "eternalize" ,1, 2, 2],"to make famous for ever; immortalize",1). c_DEF([ "eterne",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternity ring",1,1,1 ], "a ring given as a token of lasting affection, esp| one set all around with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternity ring",1,1,1 ], "stones to symbolize continuity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eternity",1,1,1 ], "endless or infinite time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternity",1,1,2 ], "the quality, state, or condition of being eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternity",1,1,3 ], "any of the aspects of life and thought that are considered to be timeless," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternity",1,1,3 ], "esp| timeless and true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eternity",1,1,4 ], "afterlife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eternity",1,1,4 ], "the condition of timeless existence, believed by some to characterize the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eternity",1,1,5 ], "a seemingly endless period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etesian",1,1,1 ], "(of NW winds) recurring annually in the summer in the E Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eth",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of edh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless flammable gaseous alkane obtained from natural gas and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethane",1,1,1 ], "petroleum: used as a fuel and in the manufacture of organic chemicals| Formula: C2H6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethanedioic acid",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for oxalic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethanediol",1,1,1 ], "a clear colourless syrupy soluble liquid substance, used as an antifreeze and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethanediol",1,1,1 ], "solvent| Formula: CH2OHCH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethanol",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for alcohol ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethene",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for ethylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile highly flammable liquid with a characteristic sweetish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,1 ], "anaesthetic| Formula: C2H5OC2H5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,1 ], "odour, made by the reaction of sulphuric acid with ethanol: used as a solvent and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of organic compounds with the general formula ROR'', as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,2 ], "diethyl ether C2H5OC2H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,3 ], "support the propagation of electromagnetic waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,3 ], "the ether|the hypothetical medium formerly believed to fill all space and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,4 ], "the upper regions of the atmosphere; clear sky or heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ether",1,1,5 ], "a rare word for air|Also (for senses 3-5): aether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethereal",1,1,1 ], "extremely delicate or refined; exquisite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethereal",1,1,2 ], "almost as light as air; impalpable; airy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethereal",1,1,3 ], "celestial or spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethereal",1,1,4 ], "of, containing, or dissolved in an ether, esp| diethyl ether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethereal",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the ether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etherealize",1,1,1 ], "to make or regard as being ethereal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etherealize",1,1,2 ], "to add ether to or make into ether or something resembling ether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etherify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to change (a compound, such as an alcohol) into an ether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etherize",1,1,1 ], "anaesthetize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etherize",1,1,1 ], "to subject (a patient, etc|) to the anaesthetic influence of ether fumes;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethic",1,1,1 ], "a moral principle or set of moral values held by an individual or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethic",1,2,1 ], "another word for ethical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethical",1,1,1 ], "in accordance with principles of conduct that are considered correct, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethical",1,1,1 ], "those of a given profession or group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ethics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethical",1,1,3 ], "(of a medicinal agent) available legally only with a doctor's prescription or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethical",1,1,3 ], "consent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethicize",1,1,1 ], "to make or consider as ethical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethics",1,1,1 ], "and principles that ought to govern it; moral philosophy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethics",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical study of the moral value of human conduct and of the rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethics",1,1,2 ], "a social, religious, or civil code of behaviour considered correct, esp| that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethics",1,1,2 ], "of a particular group, profession, or individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethics",1,1,3 ], "the moral fitness of a decision, course of action, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethmoid",1,1,1 ], "and the nasal cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethmoid",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a bone of the skull that forms part of the eye socket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethmoid",1,2,1 ], "the ethmoid bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnarch",1,1,1 ], "Empires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethnarch",1,1,1 ], "the ruler of a people or province, as in parts of the Roman and Byzantine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnic",1,1,1 ], "linguistic, and certain other traits in common" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethnic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of a human group having racial, religious," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnic",1,1,2 ], "racial characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethnic",1,1,2 ], "relating to the classification of mankind into groups, esp| on the basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnic",1,1,3 ], "denoting or deriving from the cultural traditions of a group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethno-",1,1,1 ], "indicating race, people, or culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnobotany",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethnobotany",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the use of plants in folklore, religion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnocentrism",1,1,1 ], "belief in the intrinsic superiority of the nation, culture, or group to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnocentrism",1,1,1 ], "groups" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ethnocentrism",1,1,1 ], "one belongs, often accompanied by feelings of dislike and contempt for other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethnogeny",1,1,1 ], "the branch of ethnology that deals with the origin of races or peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnography",1,1,1 ], "individual human societies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethnography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of anthropology that deals with the scientific description of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of anthropology that deals with races and peoples, their relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethnology",1,1,1 ], "to one another, their origins, and their distinctive characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethnol|",1,1,1 ], "ethnology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the behaviour of animals in their normal environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethonone",1,1,1 ], "another name for ketene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethos",1,1,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethos",1,1,1 ], "the distinctive character, spirit, and attitudes of a people, culture, era," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethoxide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of saltlike compounds with the formula MOC2H5, where M is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethoxide",1,1,1 ], "metal atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethoxyethane",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for ether ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile flammable fragrant liquid ester, made from acetic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "and ethanol: used in perfumes and flavourings and as a solvent for plastics," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "lacquers, etc| Formula: CH3COOC2H5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "another name for alcohol ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl carbamate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless crystalline ester used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl carbamate",1,1,1 ], "pesticides, fungicides, and pharmaceuticals| Formula: CO(NH\2)OC2H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl ether",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for ether ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group C2H5-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethylate",1,1,1 ], "introduced into a molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethylate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a chemical reaction in which an ethyl group is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethylate",1,2,1 ], "another name for an ethoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethylene glycol",1,1,1 ], "another name for ethanediol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethylene group",1,1,1 ], "the divalent group, -CH2CH2-, derived from ethylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethylene series",1,1,1 ], "and have the general formula, CnH2n; alkene series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethylene series",1,1,1 ], "the homologous series of unsaturated hydrocarbons that contain one double bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethylene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable gaseous alkene with a sweet odour, obtained from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ethylene",1,1,1 ], "chemicals| Formula: CH2CH2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ethylene",1,1,1 ], "petroleum and natural gas and used in the manufacture of polythene and many other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ethyne",1,1,1 ], "another name for acetylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etiolate",1,1,1 ], "to whiten (a green plant) through lack of sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etiolate",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become pale and weak, as from malnutrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etiology",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of aetiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etiquette",1,1,1 ], "social or official life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etiquette",1,1,1 ], "the customs or rules governing behaviour regarded as correct or acceptable in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etiquette",1,1,2 ], "a conventional but unwritten code of practice followed by members of any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etiquette",1,1,2 ], "certain professions or groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etrier",1,1,1 ], "a short rope ladder with two or three wooden or metal rungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etude",1,1,1 ], "a short musical composition for a solo instrument, esp| one designed as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etude",1,1,1 ], "exercise or exploiting technical virtuosity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etui",1,1,1 ], "a small usually ornamented case for holding needles, cosmetics, or other small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etui",1,1,1 ], "articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "etymologize",1,1,1 ], "to trace, state, or suggest the etymology of (a word)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etymology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the sources and development of words and morphemes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etymology",1,1,2 ], "an account of the source and development of a word or morpheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etymon",1,1,1 ], "a form of a word or morpheme, usually the earliest recorded form or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "etymon",1,1,1 ], "reconstructed form, from which another word or morpheme is derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ety|",1,1,1 ], "etymological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ety|",1,1,2 ], "etymology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eu-",1,1,1 ], "well, pleasant, or good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eubacteria",1,1,1 ], "a large group of bacteria characterized by a rigid cell wall and, in motile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eubacteria",1,1,1 ], "types, flagella the true bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eucaine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C15H21NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eucaine",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline optically active substance formerly used as a local anaesthetic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eucalyptol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily liquid with a camphor-like odour and a spicy taste, obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eucalyptol",1,1,1 ], "from eucalyptus oil and used in perfumery and as a flavouring| Formula: C10H18O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eucalyptus",1,1,1 ], "(eucalyptus oil), timber, and ornament" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eucalyptus",1,1,1 ], "any myrtaceous tree of the mostly Australian genus Eucalyptus, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eucalyptus",1,1,1 ], "blue gum and ironbark, widely cultivated for the medicinal oil in their leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eucharis",1,1,1 ], "any amaryllidaceous plant of the South American genus Eucharis, cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eucharis",1,1,1 ], "their large white fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euchlorine",1,1,1 ], "an explosive gaseous mixture of chlorine and chlorine dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| card game similar to ecarte for two, three, or four players, using a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,1,1 ], "poker pack with joker and jack high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,1,2 ], "an instance of euchring another player, preventing him from making his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,1,2 ], "contracted tricks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,2,1 ], "to prevent (a player) from making his contracted tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,2,3 ], "to outwit or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euchre",1,2,4 ], "to ruin or exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euchromatin",1,1,1 ], "strongly with basic dyes when the cell is not dividing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euchromatin",1,1,1 ], "the part of a chromosome that constitutes the major genes and does not stain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eudemon",1,1,1 ], "a benevolent spirit or demon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eudemonia",1,1,1 ], "happiness, esp| (in the philosophy of Aristotle) that resulting from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eudemonia",1,1,1 ], "rational active life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eudemonics",1,1,1 ], "the art or theory of happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eudemonics",1,1,2 ], "another word for eudemonism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eudemonism",1,1,1 ], "an ethical doctrine holding that the value of moral action lies in its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eudemonism",1,1,1 ], "capacity to produce happiness|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eudiometer",1,1,1 ], "a graduated glass tube used in the study and volumetric analysis of gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eudiometer",1,1,1 ], "reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eugenics",1,1,1 ], "selective breeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eugenics",1,1,1 ], "the study of methods of improving the quality of the human race, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eugenol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or pale yellow oily liquid substance with a spicy taste and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eugenol",1,1,1 ], "odour of cloves, used in perfumery; 4-allyl-2-methoxyphenol| Formula: C10H12O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euglena",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater flagellate protozoan of the genus Euglena, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euglena",1,1,1 ], "classified as an alga" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "euglena",1,1,1 ], "holophytic nutrition| Because it has some plant characteristics Euglena is sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euhemerism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that gods arose out of the deification of historical heroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euhemerism",1,1,2 ], "any interpretation of myths that derives the gods from outstanding men and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euhemerism",1,1,2 ], "seeks the source of mythology in history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euhemerize",1,1,1 ], "to deal with or explain (myths) by euhemerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eulachon",1,1,1 ], "another name for candlefish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eulogia",1,1,1 ], "blessed bread distributed to members of the congregation after the liturgy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eulogia",1,1,1 ], "esp| to those who have not communed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eulogia",1,1,2 ], "a blessing or something blessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eulogize",1,1,1 ], "to praise (a person or thing) highly in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eulogy",1,1,1 ], "a formal speech or piece of writing praising a person or thing, esp| a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eulogy",1,1,1 ], "who has recently died" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eulogy",1,1,2 ], "(ju$:!l@@$ud#f$I@)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eulogy",1,1,2 ], "high praise or commendation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eunuch",1,1,1 ], "a man who has been castrated, esp| (formerly) for some office such as a guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eunuch",1,1,1 ], "in a harem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eunuch",1,1,2 ], "an ineffective man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euonymus",1,1,1 ], "any tree or shrub of the N temperate genus Euonymus, such as the spindle tree," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euonymus",1,1,1 ], "whose seeds are each enclosed in a fleshy, typically red, aril: family Celastraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eupatorium",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eupatorium",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Eupatorium, of tropical America and the West Indies:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eupatorium",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for their ornamental clusters of purple, pink, or white flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eupatrid",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a hereditary noble or landowner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eupepsia",1,1,1 ], "good digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphausiid",1,1,1 ], "any small pelagic shrimplike crustacean of the order Euphausiacea: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphausiid",1,1,1 ], "important constituent of krill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphemism",1,1,1 ], "an inoffensive word or phrase substituted for one considered offensive or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphemism",1,1,1 ], "euphemisms are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "euphemism",1,1,1 ], "hurtful, esp| one concerned with religion, sex, death, or excreta| Examples of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphemism",1,1,2 ], "the use of such inoffensive words or phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphemize",1,1,1 ], "to speak in euphemisms or refer to by means of a euphemism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphonic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to euphony; pleasing to the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphonic",1,1,2 ], "(of speech sounds) altered for ease of pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphonium",1,1,1 ], "a brass musical instrument with four valves; the tenor of the tuba family| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphonium",1,1,1 ], "is used mainly in brass bands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphonize",1,1,1 ], "to make pleasant to hear; render euphonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphonize",1,1,2 ], "to change (speech sounds) so as to facilitate pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphony",1,1,1 ], "easier to pronounce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphony",1,1,1 ], "the alteration of speech sounds, esp| by assimilation, so as to make them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphony",1,1,2 ], "a pleasing sound, esp| in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphorbia",1,1,1 ], "Euphorbiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphorbia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Euphorbia, such as the spurges and poinsettia: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphorbiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Euphorbiaceae, a family of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphorbiaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants, cascarilla, and poinsettia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "euphorbiaceous",1,1,1 ], "typically having capsular fruits: includes the spurges, the castor oil and cassava" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphoria",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of great elation, esp| when exaggerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphoriant",1,1,1 ], "relating to or able to produce euphoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphoriant",1,2,1 ], "a euphoriant drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphotic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the uppermost part of a sea or lake down to about 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphotic",1,1,1 ], "metres depth, which receives enough light to enable photosynthesis to take place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphrasy",1,1,1 ], "another name for eyebright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphroe",1,1,1 ], "a wooden block with holes through which the lines of a crowfoot are rove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphuism",1,1,1 ], "an artificial prose style of the Elizabethan period, marked by extreme use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphuism",1,1,1 ], "antithesis, alliteration, and extended similes and allusions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euphuism",1,1,2 ], "any stylish affectation in speech or writing, esp| a rhetorical device or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euphuism",1,1,2 ], "expression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euplastic",1,1,1 ], "healing quickly and well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euploid",1,1,1 ], "having chromosomes present in an exact multiple of the haploid number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euploid",1,2,1 ], "a euploid cell or individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eupnoea",1,1,1 ], "normal relaxed breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eureka",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of triumph on discovering or solving something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eurhythmic" ,1, 1, 1],"eurhythmical or esp| U|S| eurythmic, eurythmicaladj",1). c_DEF([ "eurhythmic" ,1, 1, 2],"having a pleasing and harmonious rhythm, order, or structure",1). c_DEF([ "eurhythmic" ,1, 1, 3],"of or relating to eurhythmics",1). c_DEF([ "eurhythmics",1,1,1 ], "Emile Jaques-Dalcroze, to develop grace and musical understanding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eurhythmics",1,1,1 ], "a system of training through physical movement to music, originally taught by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eurhythmics",1,1,2 ], "body movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eurhythmics",1,1,2 ], "dancing of this style, expressing the rhythm and spirit of the music through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eurhythmy" ,1, 1, 1],"3eurythmy (ju$:!r$Im$I) n",1). c_DEF([ "eurhythmy" ,1, 1, 2],"rhythmical movement",1). c_DEF([ "eurhythmy" ,1, 1, 3],"harmonious structure",1). c_DEF([ "euripus",1,1,1 ], "a strait or channel with a strong current or tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euripus",1,1,2 ], "a state of violent fluctuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "europium",1,1,1 ], "826 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1439 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "europium",1,1,1 ], "a soft ductile reactive silvery-white element of the lanthanide series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "europium",1,1,1 ], "metals: used as the red phosphor in colour television and in lasers| Symbol: Eu; atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "europium",1,1,1 ], "no|: 63; atomic wt|: 151|96; valency: 2 or 3; relative density: 5|25; melting pt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eury-",1,1,1 ], "broad or wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eurypterid",1,1,1 ], "Palaeozoic times, thought to be related to the horseshoe crabs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eurypterid",1,1,1 ], "any large extinct scorpion-like aquatic arthropod of the group Eurypterida, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eurythermal" ,1, 1, 1],"eurythermic, or eurythermousadj",1). c_DEF([ "eurythermal" ,1, 1, 2],"(of organisms) able to tolerate a wide range of temperatures in the",1). c_DEF([ "eurythermal" ,1, 1, 2],"environment",2). c_DEF([ "eurythmics",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of eurhythmics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eurytropic",1,1,1 ], "(of a species, etc|) able to tolerate a wide range of environmental changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eusporangiate",1,1,1 ], "(of ferns) having each sporangium developing from a group of cells rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eusporangiate",1,1,1 ], "a single cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eustatic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to worldwide changes in sea level, caused by the melting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eustatic",1,1,1 ], "of ice sheets, movements of the ocean floor, sedimentation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eutectic",1,1,1 ], "(of a mixture of substances, esp| an alloy) having the lowest freezing point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutectic",1,1,1 ], "of all possible mixtures of the substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eutectic",1,1,2 ], "concerned with or suitable for the formation of eutectic mixtures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutectic",1,2,1 ], "a eutectic mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutectic",1,2,2 ], "the temperature on a phase diagram at which a eutectic mixture forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutectoid",1,1,1 ], "another word for eutectic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euthanasia",1,1,1 ], "incurable illness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euthanasia",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing someone painlessly, esp| to relieve suffering from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euthenics",1,1,1 ], "health and living standards of the human race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euthenics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the control of the environment, esp| with a view to improving the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutherian",1,1,1 ], "group includes all mammals except monotremes and marsupials" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eutherian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Eutheria, a subclass of mammals all of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutherian",1,1,1 ], "which have a placenta and reach an advanced state of development before birth| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eutherian",1,2,1 ], "any eutherian mammal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutrophic",1,1,1 ], "(of lakes, etc|) rich in organic and mineral nutrients and supporting an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eutrophic",1,1,1 ], "abundant plant life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "euxenite",1,1,1 ], "a rare brownish-black mineral containing erbium, cerium, uranium, columbium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "euxenite",1,1,1 ], "and yttrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evacuant",1,1,1 ], "serving to promote excretion, esp| of the bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuant",1,2,1 ], "an evacuant agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuate",1,1,1 ], "greater safety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evacuate",1,1,1 ], "to withdraw or cause to withdraw from (a place of danger) to a place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuate",1,1,2 ], "to make empty by removing the contents of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuate",1,1,2,1 ], "to eliminate or excrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuate",1,1,3 ], "(faeces); defecate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuate",1,1,3,2 ], "to discharge (any waste product) from (a part of the body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuate",1,2,1 ], "to create a vacuum in (a bulb, flask, reaction vessel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evacuee",1,1,1 ], "a person evacuated from a place of danger, esp| in wartime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evade",1,1,1 ], "to get away from or avoid (imprisonment, captors, etc|); escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evade",1,1,2 ], "to get around, shirk, or dodge (the law, a duty, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evade",1,1,3 ], "to avoid answering (a question)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evaginate",1,1,1 ], "part) back on itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evaginate",1,1,1 ], "to turn (an organ or part) inside out; turn the outer surface (of an organ or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evaluate",1,1,1 ], "to ascertain or set the amount or value of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evaluate",1,1,2 ], "to judge or assess the worth of; appraise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evanesce",1,1,1 ], "(of smoke, mist, etc|) to fade gradually from sight vanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evanescent",1,1,1 ], "passing out of sight; fading away; vanishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evanescent",1,1,2 ], "ephemeral or transitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangel",1,1,1 ], "the gospel of Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangel",1,1,2 ], "any of the four Gospels of the New Testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangel",1,1,3 ], "any body of teachings regarded as central or basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangel",1,1,4 ], "a rare word for evangelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelical",1,1,1 ], "of, based upon, or following from the Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelical",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to any of certain Protestant sects or parties, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelical",1,1,2 ], "emphasize the importance of personal conversion and faith in atonement through the death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evangelical",1,1,2 ], "of Christ as a means of salvation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "evangelical",1,1,3 ], "another word for evangelistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelical",1,2,1 ], "an upholder of evangelical doctrines or a member of an evangelical sect or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelical",1,2,1 ], "party, esp| the Low-Church party of the Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evangelism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of spreading the Christian gospel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelism",1,1,2 ], "ardent or missionary zeal for a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelism",1,1,3 ], "preacher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evangelism",1,1,3 ], "the work, methods, or characteristic outlook of a revivalist or evangelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelism",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for evangelicalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelist",1,1,1 ], "an occasional preacher, sometimes itinerant and often preaching at meetings in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelist",1,1,1 ], "the open air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evangelist",1,1,2 ], "a preacher of the Christian gospel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelist",1,1,3 ], "any zealous advocate of a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelist",1,1,4 ], "another word for revivalist ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelistic",1,1,1 ], "attitudes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evangelistic",1,1,1 ], "denoting, resembling, or relating to evangelists or their methods and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelistic",1,1,2 ], "zealously advocating a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelistic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to all or any of the four Evangelists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelize",1,1,1 ], "to preach the Christian gospel or a particular interpretation of it (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evangelize",1,2,1 ], "to advocate a cause with the object of making converts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evang|" ,1, 1, 1],"evangelical",1). c_DEF([ "evanish",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for vanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evaporate" ,1, 1, 1],"to change or cause to change from a liquid or solid state to a vapour",1). c_DEF([ "evaporate" ,1, 1, 2],"residue",2). c_DEF([ "evaporate" ,1, 1, 2],"to lose or cause to lose liquid by vaporization leaving a more concentrated",1). c_DEF([ "evaporate" ,1, 1, 3],"to disappear or cause to disappear; fade away or cause to fade away",1). c_DEF([ "evaporate" ,1, 1, 4],"(tr|) to deposit (a film, metal, etc|) by vaporization of a liquid or solid",1). c_DEF([ "evaporate" ,1, 1, 4],"and the subsequent condensation of its vapour",2). c_DEF([ "evaporate" ,1, 1, 4],"n| &-evaporation n|&-evaporative adj| ?-evaporator",3). c_DEF([ "evaporated milk",1,1,1 ], "evaporated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evaporated milk",1,1,1 ], "thick unsweetened tinned milk from which some of the water has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evaporimeter",1,1,1 ], "another name for atmometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evaporite",1,1,1 ], "any sedimentary rock, such as rock salt, gypsum, or anhydrite, formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evaporite",1,1,1 ], "evaporation of former seas or salt-water lakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evapotranspiration",1,1,1 ], "the return of water vapour to the atmosphere by evaporation from land and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evapotranspiration",1,1,1 ], "water surfaces and by the transpiration of vegetation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evasion",1,1,1 ], "etc|, by trickery, cunning, or illegal means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evasion",1,1,1 ], "the act of evading or escaping, esp| from a distasteful duty, responsibility," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evasion",1,1,2 ], "evading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evasion",1,1,2 ], "trickery, cunning, or deception used to dodge a question, duty, etc|; means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evasive",1,1,1 ], "tending or seeking to evade; avoiding the issue; not straightforward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evasive",1,1,2 ], "avoiding or seeking to avoid trouble or difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evasive",1,1,3 ], "hard to catch or obtain; elusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eve",1,1,1,1 ], "the evening or day before some special event or festival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eve",1,1,1,2 ], "New Year's Eve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eve",1,1,2 ], "the period immediately before an event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eve",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evection",1,1,1 ], "irregularity in the moon's motion caused by perturbations of the sun and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evection",1,1,1 ], "planets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "even out",1,1,1 ], "to make or become even, as by the removal of bumps, inequalities, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "even up",1,1,1 ], "n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "even up",1,1,1 ], "to make or become equal, esp| in respect of claims or debts settle or balance|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "even",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for eve or evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "even-handed",1,1,1 ], "dealing fairly with all; impartial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "even-tempered",1,1,1 ], "not easily angered or excited; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evenfall",1,1,1 ], "early evening; dusk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening class",1,1,1 ], "a class held in the evenings at certain colleges, normally for adults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening dress",1,1,1 ], "attire for wearing at a formal occasion during the evening, esp| (for men) a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening dress",1,1,1 ], "dinner jacket and black tie, or (less commonly, for women) a floor-length gown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evening primrose",1,1,1 ], "any onagraceous plant of the American genus Oenothera, esp| O| biennis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening primrose",1,1,1 ], "typically having yellow flowers that open in the evening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evening star",1,1,1 ], "a planet, usually Venus, seen shining brightly in the west just after sunset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening",1,1,1 ], "the latter part of the day, esp| from late afternoon until nightfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening",1,1,2 ], "the latter or concluding period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening",1,1,3 ], "the early part of the night spent in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening",1,1,4 ], "an entertainment, meeting, or reception held in the early part of the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening",1,1,5 ], "and Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening",1,1,6 ], "the period between noon and sunset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evening",1,1,7 ], "of, used, or occurring in the evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evenings",1,1,1 ], "in the evening, esp| regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evens",1,2,1 ], "(of a bet) winning an identical sum if successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evens",1,2,2 ], "(of a runner) offered at such odds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evensong",1,1,1 ], "of Common Prayer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evensong",1,1,1 ], "the daily evening service of Bible readings and prayers prescribed in the Book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evensong",1,1,2 ], "another name for vespers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evensong",1,1,3 ], "an archaic or poetic word for evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event horizon",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation cannot escape due to excessive gravitational attraction| The radius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "event horizon",1,1,1 ], "is proportional to the mass of the black hole" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "event horizon",1,1,1 ], "the spherical surface around a black hole enclosing the space from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,1 ], "anything that takes place or happens, esp| something important; happening;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,1 ], "incident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,2 ], "the actual or final outcome; result (esp| in the phrases in the event, after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,2 ], "the event)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,3 ], "any one contest in a programme of sporting or other contests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,4 ], "an occurrence not caused by human agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,5 ], "at all events or in any event| regardless of circumstances; in any case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,6 ], "in the event of| in case of; if (such a thing) happens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "event",1,1,7 ], "in the event that| if it should happen that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventful",1,1,1 ], "full of events or incidents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventide",1,1,1 ], "another word for evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventual",1,1,1 ], "happening in due course of time; ultimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventual",1,1,2 ], "contingent or possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventuality",1,1,1 ], "a possible event, occurrence, or result; contingency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventually",1,1,1 ], "at the very end; finally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventually",1,1,2 ], "after a long time or long delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventuate",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to result ultimately (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eventuate",1,1,2 ], "to come about as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 1],"at any time",1). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 2],"by any chance; in any case",1). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 3],"at all times; always",1). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 4],"in any possible way or manner",1). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 5],"(intensifier, in the phrases ever so, ever such, and ever such a)",1). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 6],"ever and again Archaic| now and then; from time to time",1). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 7],"is he or she everU|S| slang| he or",1). c_DEF([ "ever" ,1, 1, 8],"he displays the quality concerned in abundance|~",1). c_DEF([ "evergreen",1,1,1 ], "(of certain trees and shrubs) bearing foliage throughout the year; continually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evergreen",1,1,1 ], "shedding and replacing leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evergreen",1,1,2 ], "remaining fresh and vital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evergreen",1,2,1 ], "an evergreen tree or shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everlasting",1,1,1 ], "never coming to an end; eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everlasting",1,1,2 ], "lasting for an indefinitely long period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everlasting",1,1,3 ], "lasting so long or occurring so often as to become tedious; incessant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everlasting",1,2,1 ], "endless duration; eternity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everlasting",1,2,2 ], "another name for immortelle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evermore",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by for) all time to come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evert",1,1,1 ], "inside out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evert",1,1,1 ], "to turn (an eyelid, the intestines, or some other bodily part) outwards or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evertor",1,1,1 ], "any muscle that turns a part outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every one",1,1,1 ], "each person or thing in a group, without exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,1 ], "each one (of the class specified), without exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,2 ], "the greatest or best possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,3 ], "each: used before a noun phrase to indicate the recurrent, intermittent, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,3 ], "serial nature of a thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,4 ], "every bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,5 ], "(used in comparisons with as) quite; just; equally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,6 ], "every other| each alternate; every second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,7 ], "every which way| U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,7,1 ], "in all directions; everywhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "every",1,1,7,2 ], "from all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everybody",1,1,1 ], "every person; everyone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everyday",1,1,1 ], "happening each day; daily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everyday",1,1,2 ], "commonplace or usual; ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everyday",1,1,3 ], "days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "everyday",1,1,3 ], "suitable for or used on ordinary days as distinct from Sundays or special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everyone",1,1,1 ], "every person; everybody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everyplace",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for everywhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everything",1,1,1 ], "the entirety of a specified or implied class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everything",1,1,2 ], "a great deal, esp| of something very important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "everywhere",1,1,1 ], "to or in all parts or places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evict",1,1,1 ], "to expel (a tenant) from property by process of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evict",1,1,2 ], "to recover (property or the title to property) by judicial process or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evict",1,1,2 ], "virtue of a superior title" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,1 ], "ground for belief or disbelief; data on which to base proof or to establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,1 ], "truth or falsehood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,2 ], "a mark or sign that makes evident; indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,3 ], "matter produced before a court of law in an attempt to prove or disprove a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,3 ], "point in issue, such as the statements of witnesses, documents, material objects," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,4 ], "turn queen's evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,5 ], "(of an accomplice) to act as witness for the prosecution and testify against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,5 ], "those associated with him in crime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,1,6 ], "in evidence| on display; apparent; conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,2,1 ], "to make evident; show clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidence",1,2,2 ], "to give proof of or evidence for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evident",1,1,1 ], "easy to see or understand; readily apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidential",1,1,1 ], "relating to, serving as, or based on evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidently",1,1,1 ], "without question; clearly; undoubtedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evidently",1,1,2 ], "to all appearances; apparently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil eye",1,1,1 ], "a look or glance superstitiously supposed to have the power of inflicting harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil eye",1,1,1 ], "or injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evil eye",1,1,2 ], "the power to inflict harm, etc|, by such a look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,1,1 ], "morally wrong or bad; wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,1,2 ], "causing harm or injury; harmful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,1,3 ], "marked or accompanied by misfortune; unlucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,1,4 ], "(of temper, disposition, etc|) characterized by anger or spite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,1,5 ], "not in high esteem; infamous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,1,6 ], "offensive or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,2,1 ], "the quality or an instance of being morally wrong; wickedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,2,2 ], "a force or power that brings about wickedness or harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,2,3 ], "an illness or disease, esp| scrofula (the king's evil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil",1,3,1 ], "in an evil manner; badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evil-minded",1,1,1 ], "inclined to evil thoughts; malicious or spiteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evildoer",1,1,1 ], "a person who does evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evince",1,1,1 ], "to make evident show (something, such as an emotion) clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eviscerate",1,1,1 ], "to remove the internal organs of; disembowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eviscerate",1,2,1 ], "to deprive of meaning or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eviscerate",1,3,1 ], "to remove the contents of (the eyeball or other organ)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eviscerate",1,4,1 ], "(of the viscera) to protrude through a weakened abdominal incision after an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eviscerate",1,4,1 ], "operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eviscerate",1,5,1 ], "having been disembowelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evitable",1,1,1 ], "able to be avoided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evite",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for avoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evocation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of evoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evocation",1,1,2 ], "the transference of a case from an inferior court for adjudication by a higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evocation",1,1,2 ], "tribunal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evocation",1,1,3 ], "another word for induction ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evocative",1,1,1 ], "tending or serving to evoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evocator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that evokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evocator",1,1,2 ], "a substance or tissue that induces morphogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evoke",1,1,1 ], "to call or summon up (a memory, feeling, etc|), esp| from the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evoke",1,1,2 ], "to call forth or provoke; produce; elicit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evoke",1,1,3 ], "to cause (spirits) to appear; conjure up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolute",1,1,1 ], "a geometric curve that describes the locus of the centres of curvature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolute",1,1,1 ], "another curve (the involute)| The tangents to the evolute are normal to the involute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,1 ], "a gradual change in the characteristics of a population of animals or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,1 ], "ancestors unlike them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,1 ], "over successive generations: accounts for the origin of existing species from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,2 ], "a gradual development, esp| to a more complex form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,3 ], "the act of throwing off, as heat, gas, vapour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,4 ], "a pattern formed by a series of movements or something similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,5 ], "an algebraic operation in which the root of a number, expression, etc|, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,5 ], "extracted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evolution",1,1,6 ], "an exercise carried out in accordance with a set procedure or plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolutionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes in a theory of evolution, esp| Darwin's theory of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolutionist",1,1,1 ], "evolution of plant and animal species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "evolutionist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a theory of evolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolve",1,1,1 ], "to develop or cause to develop gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolve",1,1,2 ], "(of animal or plant species) to undergo evolution of (organs or parts)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evolve",1,2,1 ], "to yield, emit, or give off (heat, gas, vapour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evonymus",1,1,1 ], "another name for euonymus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evulsion",1,1,1 ], "the act of extracting by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "evzone",1,1,1 ], "a soldier in an elite Greek infantry regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ewe",1,1,1,1 ], "a female sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ewe",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ewe-neck",1,1,1 ], "a condition in horses in which the neck is straight and sagging rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ewe-neck",1,1,1 ], "arched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ewe-neck",1,1,2 ], "a horse or other animal with this condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ewer",1,1,1 ], "a large jug or pitcher with a wide mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex cathedra",1,2,1 ], "with authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex cathedra",1,2,2 ], "(of doctrines of faith or morals) defined by the pope as infallibly true, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex cathedra",1,2,2 ], "be accepted by all Catholics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ex dividend",1,1,1 ], "without the right to the current dividend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex div|",1,1,1 ], "ex dividend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex gratia",1,1,1 ], "given as a favour or gratuitously where no legal obligation exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex hypothesi",1,1,1 ], "in accordance with or following from the hypothesis stated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex int|",1,2,1 ], "without; Latin ex interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex libris" ,1, 1, 1],"from the collection or library of: frequently printed on bookplates",1). c_DEF([ "ex libris" ,1, 2, 1],"a bookplate bearing the owner's name, coat of arms, etc",1). c_DEF([ "ex officio",1,2,1 ], "by right of position or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex parte",1,1,1 ], "(of an application in a judicial proceeding) on behalf of one side or party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex parte",1,1,1 ], "only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ex post facto",1,1,1 ], "having retrospective effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex silentio",1,2,1 ], "(of a theory, assumption, etc|) based on a lack of evidence to the contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex voto",1,2,1 ], "in accordance with a vow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex works",1,2,1 ], "(of a price, value, etc|) excluding the cost of delivery from the factory and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex works",1,2,1 ], "sometimes excluding the commission or profit of the distributor or retailer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ex",1,1,1 ], "not participating in; excluding; without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex",1,1,2 ], "without charge to the buyer until removed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex",2,1,1 ], "short for ex-wife, ex-husband, ex-girlfriend, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex-",1,1,1 ], "out of; outside of; from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex-",1,1,2 ], "former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex-",2,1,1 ], "variant of exo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex-directory",1,1,1 ], "enquirers| U|S| term: unlisted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ex-directory",1,1,1 ], "not listed in a telephone directory, by request, and not disclosed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex-service",1,1,1 ], "having formerly served in the army, navy, or air force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex-serviceman",1,1,1 ], "a man who has served in the army, navy, or air force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exa-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'1'8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exacerbate",1,1,1 ], "to make (pain, disease, emotion, etc|) more intense; aggravate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exacerbate",1,1,2 ], "to exasperate or irritate (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,1,1 ], "correct in every detail; strictly accurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,1,2 ], "precise, as opposed to approximate; neither more nor less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,1,3 ], "specific; particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,1,4 ], "operating with very great precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,1,5 ], "allowing no deviation from a standard; rigorous; strict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,1,6 ], "based mainly on measurement and the formulation of laws, as opposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,1,6 ], "description and classification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,2,1 ], "to force or compel (payment or performance); extort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,2,2 ], "to demand as a right; insist upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exact",1,2,3 ], "to call for or require" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exacting",1,1,1 ], "making rigorous or excessive demands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaction",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of exacting, esp| money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaction",1,1,2 ], "an excessive or harsh demand, esp| for money; extortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaction",1,1,3 ], "a sum or payment exacted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exactitude",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being exact; precision; accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exactly",1,1,1 ], "in an exact manner; accurately or precisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exactly",1,1,2 ], "in every respect; just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exactly",1,2,1 ], "just so! precisely!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exactly",1,2,2 ], "not exactly| Ironical| not at all; by no means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaggerate",1,1,1 ], "successful, etc|, than is true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exaggerate",1,1,1 ], "to regard or represent as larger or greater, more important or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaggerate",1,2,1 ], "to make greater, more noticeable, etc|, than usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaggerated",1,1,1 ], "unduly or excessively magnified; enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaggerated",1,1,2 ], "abnormally enlarged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalt",1,1,1 ], "to raise or elevate in rank, position, dignity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalt",1,1,2 ], "to praise highly; glorify; extol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalt",1,1,3 ], "to stimulate the mind or imagination of; excite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalt",1,1,4 ], "to increase the intensity of (a colour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalt",1,1,5 ], "to fill with joy or delight; elate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalt",1,1,6 ], "to lift up physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaltation",1,1,1 ], "the act of exalting or state of being exalted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaltation",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of intense well-being or exhilaration; elation; rapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exaltation",1,1,3 ], "a flock of larks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalted",1,1,1 ], "high or elevated in rank, position, dignity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalted",1,1,2 ], "elevated in character; noble; lofty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalted",1,1,3 ], "excessively high; inflated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exalted",1,1,4 ], "intensely excited; elated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exam",1,1,1 ], "short for examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examen",1,1,1 ], "an examination of conscience, usually made daily by Jesuits and others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1 ], "the act of examining or state of being examined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1,1 ], "candidate's knowledge and skill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1,1 ], "health or diagnose disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1,1 ], "physical inspection of a patient or parts of his body, in order to verify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1,1 ], "written exercises, oral questions, or practical tasks, set to test a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1,2 ], "esp| in order to diagnose disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,1,2 ], "laboratory study of secretory or excretory products, tissue samples, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examination",1,1,2 ], "the formal interrogation of a person on oath, esp| of an accused or a witness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examine",1,1,1 ], "to look at, inspect, or scrutinize carefully or in detail; investigate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examine",1,1,2 ], "to test the knowledge or skill of (a candidate) in (a subject or activity) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examine",1,1,2 ], "written or oral questions or by practical tests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "examine",1,1,3 ], "to interrogate (a witness or accused person) formally on oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examine",1,1,4 ], "to investigate the state of health of (a patient)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examine-in-chief",1,1,1 ], "to examine (one's own witness) in attempting to adduce a case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "examinee",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,1,1 ], "a specimen or instance that is typical of the group or set of which it forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,1,1 ], "part; sample" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,1,2 ], "a person, action, thing, etc|, that is worthy of imitation; pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,1,3 ], "a precedent, illustration of a principle, or model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,1,4 ], "a punishment or the recipient of a punishment serving or intended to serve as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,1,4 ], "a warning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,1,5 ], "for example| as an illustration; for instance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "example",1,2,1 ], "to present an example of; exemplify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exanimate",1,1,1 ], "lacking life; inanimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exanthema" ,1, 1, 1],"a skin eruption or rash occurring as a symptom in a disease such as measles or",1). c_DEF([ "exanthema" ,1, 1, 1],"scarlet fever",2). c_DEF([ "exarate",1,1,1 ], "(of the pupa of such insects as ants and bees) having the legs, wings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exarate",1,1,1 ], "antennae, etc|, free and movable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exarch",1,1,1 ], "Bulgaria and Cyprus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exarch",1,1,1 ], "the head of certain autonomous Orthodox Christian Churches, such as that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exarch",1,1,2 ], "any of certain Eastern Orthodox bishops, lower in rank than a patriarch but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exarch",1,1,2 ], "higher than a metropolitan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exarch",1,1,3 ], "the governor of a province in the Byzantine Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exarch",2,1,1 ], "(of a xylem strand) having the first-formed xylem external to that formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exarch",2,1,1 ], "later" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exarchate",1,1,1 ], "the office, rank, or jurisdiction of an exarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exasperate",1,1,1 ], "to cause great irritation or anger to; infuriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exasperate",1,1,2 ], "to cause (an unpleasant feeling, condition, etc|) to worsen; aggravate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exasperate",1,2,1 ], "having a rough prickly surface because of the presence of hard projecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exasperate",1,2,1 ], "points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excaudate",1,1,1 ], "having no tail or tail-like process; tailless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excavate",1,1,1 ], "to remove (soil, earth, etc|) by digging; dig out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excavate",1,1,2 ], "the centre or inner part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excavate",1,1,2 ], "to make (a hole, cavity, or tunnel) in (solid matter) by hollowing or removing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excavate",1,1,3 ], "about the past" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excavate",1,1,3 ], "to unearth (buried objects) methodically in an attempt to discover information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excavator",1,1,1 ], "a powered machine for digging earth, gravel, sand, etc|, esp| a caterpillar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excavator",1,1,1 ], "tractor so equipped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excavator",1,1,2 ], "any person, animal, or thing that excavates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceed",1,1,1 ], "to be superior to (a person or thing), esp| in size or quality; excel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceed",1,2,1 ], "to go beyond the limit or bounds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceed",1,2,2 ], "to be greater in degree or quantity than (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceeding",1,1,1 ], "very great; exceptional or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceeding",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for exceedingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceedingly",1,1,1 ], "to a very great or unusual degree; extremely; exceptionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excel",1,1,1 ], "to be superior to (another or others); surpass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excel",1,2,1 ], "to be outstandingly good or proficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excellence",1,1,1 ], "superiority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excellence",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of excelling or being exceptionally good; extreme merit;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excellence",1,1,2 ], "an action, characteristic, feature, etc|, in which a person excels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excelsior",1,3,1 ], "excellent: used as a motto and as a trademark for various products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excelsior",1,3,2 ], "upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "except",1,1,1 ], "other than; apart from; with the exception of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "except",1,1,2 ], "except that| but for the fact that; were it not true that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "except",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for unless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "except",1,2,2 ], "not standard in the U|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "except",1,2,3 ], "except that; but for the fact that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "except",1,3,1 ], "to leave out; omit; exclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "except",1,4,1 ], "to take exception; object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excepting",1,1,1 ], "excluding; except; except for (esp| in the phrase not excepting)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excepting",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for unless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,1 ], "the act of excepting or fact of being excepted; omission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,2 ], "anything excluded from or not in conformance with a general rule, principle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,2 ], "class, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,3 ], "criticism, esp| when it is adverse; objection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) a formal objection in the course of legal proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,5 ], "a clause or term in a document that restricts the usual legal effect of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,5 ], "document" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,6 ], "take exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,6,1 ], "(usually foll| by to) to make objections (to); demur (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exception",1,1,6,2 ], "(often foll| by at) to be offended (by); be resentful (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceptionable",1,1,1 ], "open to or subject to objection; objectionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceptional",1,1,1 ], "forming an exception; not ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceptional",1,1,2 ], "having much more than average intelligence, ability, or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceptive",1,1,1 ], "relating to or forming an exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exceptive",1,1,2 ], "tending to take exception or find fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excerpt",1,1,1 ], "a part or passage taken from a book, speech, play, etc|, and considered on its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excerpt",1,1,1 ], "own; extract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excerpt",1,2,1 ], "($ek!s$z$:pt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excerpt",1,3,1 ], "to take (a part or passage) from a book, speech, play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess demand",1,1,1 ], "a situation in which the market demand for a commodity is greater than its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess demand",1,1,1 ], "market supply, thus causing its market price to rise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excess supply",1,1,1 ], "a situation in which the market supply of a commodity is greater than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess supply",1,1,1 ], "market demand for it, thus causing its market price to fall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,1 ], "($Ik!s$es, !$eks$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,2 ], "the state or act of going beyond normal, sufficient, or permitted limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,3 ], "an immoderate or abnormal amount, number, extent, or degree too much or too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,3 ], "many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,4 ], "the amount, number, extent, or degree by which one thing exceeds another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,5 ], "a quantity of a reagent that is greater than the quantity required to complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,5 ], "a reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,6 ], "overindulgence or intemperance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,7 ], "a specified contribution towards the cost of a claim, stipulated on certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,7 ], "insurance policies as being payable by the policyholder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,8 ], "in excess of| of more than; over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,1,9 ], "to excess| to an inordinate extent; immoderately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,2,1 ], "(usually prenominal) more than normal, necessary, or permitted; surplus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excess",1,2,2 ], "payable as a result of previous underpayment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excessive",1,1,1 ], "exceeding the normal or permitted extents or limits; immoderate; inordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange force",1,1,1 ], "a force between two elementary particles resulting from the exchange of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange force",1,1,1 ], "virtual particle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange force",1,1,2 ], "ferromagnetic materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange force",1,1,2 ], "the force causing the alignment of the magnetic dipole moments of atoms in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange rate",1,1,1 ], "of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange rate",1,1,1 ], "the rate at which the currency unit of one country may be exchanged for that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,1,1 ], "to give up, part with, or transfer (one thing) for an equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,2,1 ], "to give and receive (information, ideas, etc|); interchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,3,1 ], "to replace (one thing) with another, esp| to replace unsatisfactory goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,3,2 ], "rather than in money; barter; trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,3,2 ], "to transfer or hand over (goods) in return for the equivalent value in kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,4,1 ], "sequence of moves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,4,1 ], "to capture and surrender (pieces, usually of the same value) in a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,1 ], "the act or process of exchanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,1,1 ], "anything given or received as an equivalent, replacement, or substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,1,1 ], "something else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,10 ], "a process in which a particle is transferred between two nucleons, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,10 ], "transfer of a meson between two nucleons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,2 ], "an argument or quarrel; altercation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3 ], "a switching centre in which telephone lines are interconnected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3,1 ], "a place where securities or commodities are sold, bought, or traded, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3,1 ], "brokers or merchants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3,1 ], "of money" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3,1 ], "settled by commercial documents, esp| bills of exchange, instead of by direct payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3,1 ], "the system by which commercial debts between parties in different places are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,3,2 ], "the percentage or fee charged for accepting payment in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,4 ], "a transfer or interchange of sums of money of equivalent value, as between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,4 ], "different national currencies or different issues of the same currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,5 ], "clearing house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,5 ], "the cheques, drafts, bills, etc|, exchanged or settled between banks in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,6 ], "moves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,6 ], "the capture by both players of pieces of equal value, usually on consecutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,7 ], "win the exchange| Chess| to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,8 ], "(or lose) a rook in return for a bishop or knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchange",1,5,9 ], "another word for transfusion ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchequer",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and certain other countries) the accounting department of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exchequer",1,1,1 ], "Treasury, responsible for receiving and issuing funds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exchequer",1,1,2 ], "personal funds; finances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exch|",1,1,1 ], "exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exch|",1,1,2 ], "exchequer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excide",1,1,1 ], "to cut out; excise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excipient",1,1,1 ], "an inert substance, such as sugar or gum, used to prepare drugs in a form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excipient",1,1,1 ], "suitable for oral administration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excisable",1,1,1 ], "liable to an excise tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excise",1,1,1 ], "a tax on goods, such as spirits, produced for the home market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excise",1,1,2 ], "a tax paid for a licence to carry out various trades, sports, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excise",1,1,3 ], "excise, now the Board of Customs and Excise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excise",1,1,3 ], "that section of the government service responsible for the collection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excise",1,2,1 ], "($Ik!sa$Iz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excise",1,3,1 ], "to compel (a person) to pay excise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excise",2,1,1 ], "to delete (a passage, sentence, etc|); expunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excise",2,1,2 ], "to remove (an organ, structure, or part) surgically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciseman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a government agent whose function was to collect excise and prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciseman",1,1,1 ], "smuggling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excitable",1,1,1 ], "easily excited; volatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitable",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a nerve) ready to respond to a stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitant" ,1, 1, 1],"excitatory",1). c_DEF([ "excitant" ,1, 1, 2],"able to excite or stimulate",1). c_DEF([ "excitant" ,1, 2, 1],"something, such as a drug or other agent, able to excite; stimulant",1). c_DEF([ "excitation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of exciting or state of being excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitation",1,1,2 ], "a means of exciting or cause of excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitation",1,1,2,1 ], "current in a transformer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excitation",1,1,2,1 ], "the current in a field coil of a generator, motor, etc|, or the magnetizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitation",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitation",1,1,3 ], "the action of a stimulus on an animal or plant organ, inducing it to respond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,1 ], "nervous agitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,1 ], "to arouse (a person) to strong feeling, esp| to pleasurable anticipation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,2 ], "to arouse or elicit (an emotion, response, etc|); evoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,3 ], "to cause or bring about; stir up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,4 ], "to arouse sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,5 ], "part); stimulate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,5 ], "to cause a response in or increase the activity of (an organ, tissue, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,6 ], "a higher energy level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,6 ], "to raise (an atom, molecule, electron, nucleus, etc|) from the ground state to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,7 ], "create a magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,7 ], "to supply electricity to (the coils of a generator or motor) in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excite",1,1,8 ], "to supply a signal to a stage of a valve or transistor circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excited",1,1,1 ], "emotionally aroused, esp| to pleasure or agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excited",1,1,2 ], "characterized by excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excited",1,1,3 ], "sexually aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excited",1,1,4 ], "(of an atom, molecule, etc|) having an energy level above the ground state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitement",1,1,1 ], "the state of being excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitement",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that excites; stimulation or thrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that excites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciter",1,1,2 ], "a small generator that excites a larger machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciter",1,1,3 ], "an oscillator producing a transmitter's carrier wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciting",1,1,1 ], "causing excitement; stirring; stimulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciton",1,1,1 ], "a mobile neutral entity in a crystalline solid consisting of an excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exciton",1,1,1 ], "electron bound to the hole produced by its excitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excitor",1,1,1 ], "a nerve that, when stimulated, causes increased activity in the organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excitor",1,1,1 ], "it supplies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excitor",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of exciter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclaim",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclaim",1,1,1 ], "to cry out or speak suddenly or excitedly, as from surprise, delight, horror," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclamation mark",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark !used after exclamations and vehement commands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclamation mark",1,1,2 ], "considered a good one, (in mathematics) as a symbol of the factorial function, or (in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "exclamation mark",1,1,2 ], "logic) occurring with an existential quantifier" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "exclamation mark",1,1,2 ], "mistake, in road warning signs, (in chess commentaries) beside the notation of a move" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclamation mark",1,1,2 ], "this mark used for any other purpose, as to draw attention to an obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclamation",1,1,1 ], "an abrupt, emphatic, or excited cry or utterance; interjection; ejaculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclamation",1,1,2 ], "the act of exclaiming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclamatory",1,1,1 ], "using, containing, or relating to exclamations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclaustration",1,1,1 ], "or her religious vows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclaustration",1,1,1 ], "the return of a monk or nun to the outside world after being released from his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclave",1,1,1 ], "a part of a country entirely surrounded by foreign territory: viewed from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclave",1,1,1 ], "position of the home country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclosure",1,1,1 ], "an area of land, esp| in a forest, fenced round to keep out unwanted animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclude",1,1,1 ], "to keep out; prevent from entering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclude",1,1,2 ], "to reject or not consider; leave out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclude",1,1,3 ], "to expel forcibly; eject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of excluding or the state of being excluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusionist",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a policy of excluding various types of immigrants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusionist",1,1,1 ], "imports, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclusionist",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of a policy of exclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive or",1,1,1 ], "not both, of the disjuncts are true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive or",1,1,1 ], "the connective that gives the value true to a disjunction if one or other, but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,1,1 ], "a computer logic circuit having two or more input wires and one output wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,1,1 ], "and giving a high-voltage output signal if a low-voltage signal is fed to one or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,1,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,1,1 ], "excluding all else; rejecting other considerations, possibilities, events," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,1,1 ], "more, but not all, of the input wires" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,1,2 ], "belonging to a particular individual or group and to no other; not shared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,1,3 ], "belonging to or catering for a privileged minority, esp| a fashionable clique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,2,1 ], "limited (to); found only (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,2,2 ], "single; unique; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,2,3 ], "separate and incompatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,2,4 ], "not including the numbers, dates, letters, etc|, mentioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,3,1 ], "except (for); not taking account (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,3,2 ], "(of a contract, agreement, etc|) binding the parties to do business only with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,3,2 ], "each other with respect to a class of goods or services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,3,3 ], "(of a disjunction) true if only one rather than both of its component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,3,3 ], "propositions is true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exclusive",1,4,1 ], "an exclusive story; a story reported in only one newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excl|",1,1,1 ], "exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excl|",1,1,2 ], "excluding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excl|",1,1,3 ], "exclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excogitate",1,1,1 ], "to devise, invent, or contrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excogitate",1,1,2 ], "to think out in detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excommunicate",1,2,1 ], "believers and from the privileges and public prayers of the Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excommunicate",1,2,1 ], "to sentence (a member of the Church) to exclusion from the communion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excommunicate",1,3,1 ], "having incurred such a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excommunicate",1,4,1 ], "an excommunicated person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excoriate",1,1,1 ], "to strip (the skin) from (a person or animal); flay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excoriate",1,1,2 ], "to denounce vehemently; censure severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrement",1,1,1 ], "waste matter discharged from the body, esp| faeces; excreta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrescence",1,1,1 ], "a projection or protuberance, esp| an outgrowth from an organ or part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrescence",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excrescency",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being excrescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrescency",1,1,2 ], "another word for excrescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrescent",1,1,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or resembling an abnormal outgrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrescent",1,1,2 ], "uselessly added; not essential; superfluous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrescent",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to a speech sound or letter inserted into a word without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrescent",1,1,3 ], "etymological justification, such as the b in nimble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excreta",1,1,1 ], "excrement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excreta",1,1,1 ], "waste matter, such as urine, faeces, or sweat, discharged from the body;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrete",1,1,1 ], "from the body through the kidneys, skin, lungs, bowels, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excrete",1,1,1 ], "to discharge (waste matter, such as urine, sweat, carbon dioxide, or faeces)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrete",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) to eliminate (waste matter, such as carbon dioxide and salts)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excrete",1,1,2 ], "through the leaves, roots, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excruciate",1,1,1 ], "to inflict mental suffering on; torment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excruciate",1,1,2 ], "to inflict physical pain on; torture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excruciating",1,1,1 ], "unbearably painful; agonizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excruciating",1,1,2 ], "intense; extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excruciating",1,1,3 ], "irritating; trying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exculpate",1,1,1 ], "to free from blame or guilt vindicate or exonerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excurrent",1,1,1 ], "having an outward flow, as certain pores in sponges, ducts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excurrent",1,1,1,1 ], "(of veins)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excurrent",1,1,2 ], "extending beyond the margin of the leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excurrent",1,1,2,2 ], "having an undivided main stem or trunk, as the spruce and other conifers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excurrent",1,1,3 ], "flowing or running in an outward direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,1 ], "a short outward and return journey, esp| for relaxation, sightseeing, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,1 ], "outing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,2 ], "a group of people going on such a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to special reduced rates offered on certain journeys by rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,4 ], "a digression or deviation; diversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,5 ], "(formerly) a raid or attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,5,1 ], "a movement from an equilibrium position, as in an oscillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,5,2 ], "the magnitude of this displacement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,6 ], "position, such as the lateral movement of the lower jaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,6 ], "the normal movement of a movable bodily organ or part from its resting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,7 ], "shaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excursion",1,1,7 ], "the locus of a point on a moving part, esp| the deflection of a whirling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes on an excursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursive",1,1,1 ], "tending to digress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursive",1,1,2 ], "involving detours; rambling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursus",1,1,1 ], "an incidental digression from the main topic under discussion or from the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excursus",1,1,1 ], "story in a narrative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excusatory",1,1,1 ], "tending to or intended to excuse; apologetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,1,1 ], "($Ik!skju$:z)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,1 ], "to pardon or forgive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,2 ], "to seek pardon or exemption for (a person, esp| oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,3 ], "to make allowances for; judge leniently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,4 ], "to serve as an apology or explanation for; vindicate or justify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,5 ], "to exempt from a task, obligation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,6 ], "to dismiss or allow to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,7 ], "to seek permission for (someone, esp| oneself) to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,8 ], "be excused| Euphemistic| to go to the lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,9 ], "an interruption, disagreement, or social indiscretion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,2,9 ], "excuse me!an expression used to catch someone's attention or to apologize for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,3,1 ], "($Ik!skju$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,3,2 ], "an explanation offered in defence of some fault or offensive behaviour or as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,3,2 ], "reason for not fulfilling an obligation, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,3,3 ], "an inferior example of something specified; makeshift substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse",1,3,4 ], "the act of excusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "excuse-me",1,1,1 ], "a dance in which a person may take another's partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exc|",1,1,1 ], "excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exc|",1,1,2 ], "except(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exc|",1,1,3 ], "exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exc|",1,1,4 ], "excursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exeat",1,1,1 ], "leave of absence from school or some other institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exeat",1,1,2 ], "a bishop's permission for a priest to leave his diocese in order to take up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exeat",1,1,2 ], "an appointment elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "execrable",1,1,1 ], "deserving to be execrated; abhorrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execrable",1,1,2 ], "of very poor quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execrate",1,1,1 ], "to loathe; detest; abhor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execrate",1,2,1 ], "to profess great abhorrence for; denounce; deplore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execrate",1,2,2 ], "to curse (a person or thing); damn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executant",1,1,1 ], "a performer, esp| of musical works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,1 ], "to put (a condemned person) to death; inflict capital punishment upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,2 ], "to carry out; complete; perform; do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,3 ], "to perform; accomplish; effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,4 ], "to make or produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,5 ], "to carry into effect (a judicial sentence, the law, etc|); enforce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,6 ], "as by signing, sealing, and delivering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,6 ], "to comply with legal formalities in order to render (a deed, etc|) effective," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,7 ], "legal formalities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,7 ], "to sign (a will) in the presence of witnesses and in accordance with other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execute",1,1,8 ], "to carry out the terms of (a contract, will, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execution",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of executing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execution",1,1,2 ], "the carrying out or undergoing of a sentence of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execution",1,1,3 ], "technique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "execution",1,1,3 ], "the style or manner in which something is accomplished or performed;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execution",1,1,3,1 ], "the enforcement of the judgment of a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "execution",1,1,3,2 ], "the writ ordering such enforcement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executioner",1,1,1 ], "an official charged with carrying out the death sentence passed upon a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executioner",1,1,1 ], "condemned person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executioner",1,1,2 ], "an assassin, esp| one appointed by a political or criminal organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive officer",1,1,1 ], "the second-in-command of any of certain military units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive officer",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a specialist seaman officer of the British and certain other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive officer",1,1,2 ], "navies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executive session",1,1,1 ], "a session of the Senate for the discussion of executive business, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive session",1,1,1 ], "ratification of treaties: formerly held in secret" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or group responsible for the administration of a project, activity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,1,1,1 ], "administration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,1,1,1 ], "or business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,1,1,1 ], "the branch of government responsible for carrying out laws, decrees, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,1,1,2 ], "any administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,2,1 ], "having the function or purpose of carrying plans, orders, laws, etc|, into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executive",1,2,1 ], "practical effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executor",1,1,1 ], "a person appointed by a testator to carry out the wishes expressed in his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executor",1,1,1 ], "will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executor",1,1,2 ], "a person who executes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executory",1,1,1 ], "(of a law, agreement, etc|) coming into operation at a future date; not yet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executory",1,1,1 ], "effective" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "executory",1,1,2 ], "executive; administrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "executrix",1,1,1 ], "a female executor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exec|",1,1,1 ], "executive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exec|",1,1,2 ], "executor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exedra",1,1,1 ], "a building, room, portico, or apse containing a continuous bench, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exedra",1,1,1 ], "ancient Greece and Rome for holding discussions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exedra",1,1,2 ], "an outdoor bench in a recess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exegesis",1,1,1 ], "explanation or critical interpretation of a text, esp| of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exegete",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises exegesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exegetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to exegesis; expository" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exegetics",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of exegesis and exegetical methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplar",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing to be copied or imitated; model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplar",1,1,2 ], "a typical specimen or instance; example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplar",1,1,3 ], "a copy of a book or text on which further printings have been based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplary damages",1,1,1 ], "damages awarded to a plaintiff above the value of actual loss sustained so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplary damages",1,1,1 ], "that they serve also as a punishment to the defendant and a deterrent to others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exemplary",1,1,1 ], "fit for imitation; model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplary",1,1,2 ], "serving as a warning; admonitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplary",1,1,3 ], "representative; typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exempli gratia",1,1,1 ], "for the sake of example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to show by example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplify",1,1,2 ], "to serve as an example of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplify",1,1,2,1 ], "to make an official copy of (a document from public records) under seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplify",1,1,2,2 ], "to transcribe (a legal document)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplum",1,1,1 ], "an anecdote that supports a moral point or sustains an argument, used esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exemplum",1,1,1 ], "medieval sermons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exemplum",1,1,2 ], "an example or illustration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exempt",1,1,1 ], "to release from an obligation, liability, tax, etc|; excuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exempt",1,2,1 ], "freed from or not subject to an obligation, liability, tax, etc|; excused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exempt",1,2,2 ], "set apart; remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exempt",1,3,1 ], "a person who is exempt from an obligation, tax, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exenterate",1,1,1 ], "($Ig!z$ent@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exenterate",1,2,1 ], "to remove (internal organs, an eyeball, etc|); eviscerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exenterate",1,2,2 ], "a rare word for disembowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exenterate",1,3,1 ], "($Ig!z$ent@@~re$It, -r$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exenterate",1,3,2 ], "having been disembowelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exequatur",1,1,1 ], "an official authorization issued by a host country to a consular agent," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exequatur",1,1,1 ], "permitting him to perform his official duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exequatur",1,1,2 ], "an act by which the civil governments of certain nations permit the laws of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exequatur",1,1,2 ], "the Roman Catholic Church to take effect in their territories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,1,1 ], "to put into use; employ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,2,1 ], "order to keep fit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,2,1 ], "to take exercise or perform exercises; exert one's muscles, etc|, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,2,2 ], "to practise using in order to develop or train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,2,3 ], "to perform or make proper use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,2,4 ], "to bring to bear; exert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,2,5 ], "to occupy the attentions of, esp| so as to worry or vex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,2,6 ], "to carry out or cause to carry out practice, manoeuvres, drill, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,1 ], "fit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,1 ], "physical exertion, esp| for the purpose of development, training, or keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,2 ], "mental or other activity or practice, esp| in order to develop a skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,3 ], "a set of movements, questions, tasks, etc|, designed to train, improve, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,3 ], "test one's ability in a particular field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,4 ], "a performance or work of art done as practice or to demonstrate a technique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,5 ], "the performance of a function; discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,6 ], "practice, manoeuvres, or drill carried out to increase efficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,7 ], "a ceremony, usually including speeches, formal processions, etc|, at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,7 ], "graduation of students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exercise",1,3,8 ], "a particular type of event, such as performing on the horizontal bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exerciser",1,1,1 ], "a device with springs or elasticated cords for muscular exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exerciser",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that exercises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exercitation",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exergue",1,1,1 ], "a space on the reverse of a coin or medal below the central design, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exergue",1,1,1 ], "containing the date, place of minting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exert",1,1,1 ], "to apply (oneself) diligently make a strenuous effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exeunt omnes",1,1,1 ], "they all go out: used as a stage direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exeunt",1,1,1 ], "they go out: used as a stage direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exfoliate",1,1,1 ], "(of bark, skin, etc|) to peel off in (layers, flakes, or scales)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exfoliate",1,2,1 ], "(of rocks or minerals) to shed the thin outermost layer because of weathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exfoliate",1,2,1 ], "or heating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exfoliate",1,2,2 ], "(of some minerals, esp| mica) to split or cause to split into thin flakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhalant",1,1,1 ], "emitting a vapour or liquid; exhaling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhalant",1,2,1 ], "an organ or vessel that emits a vapour or liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhale",1,1,1 ], "to expel (breath, tobacco smoke, etc|) from the lungs; breathe out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhale",1,1,2 ], "emanate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exhale",1,1,2 ], "to give off (air, vapour, fumes, etc|) or (of air, etc|) to be given off;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,1 ], "to drain the energy of; tire out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,2 ], "to deprive of resources, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,3 ], "to deplete totally; expend; consume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,4 ], "to empty (a container) by drawing off or pumping out (the contents)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,5 ], "to develop or discuss thoroughly so that no further interest remains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,6 ], "a vacuum; evacuate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,6 ], "to remove gas from (a vessel, etc|) in order to reduce the pressure or create" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,7 ], "to remove or use up the active ingredients from (a drug, solution, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,1,8 ], "to destroy the fertility of (soil) by excessive cultivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,2,1 ], "(of steam or other gases) to be emitted or to escape from an engine after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,2,1 ], "being expanded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,3,1 ], "gases ejected from an engine as waste products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,3,1,1 ], "the expulsion of expanded gas or steam from an engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,3,1,1 ], "the parts of an engine through which the exhausted gases or steam pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaust",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaustion",1,1,1 ], "extreme tiredness; fatigue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaustion",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being used up; consumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaustion",1,1,3 ], "the act of exhausting or the state of being exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaustive",1,1,1 ], "comprehensive in scope; thorough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhaustive",1,1,2 ], "tending to exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibit",1,1,1 ], "to display (something) to the public for interest or instruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibit",1,1,2 ], "to manifest; display; show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibit",1,1,3 ], "to produce (a document or object) in court to serve as evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibit",1,2,1 ], "an object or collection exhibited to the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibit",1,2,2 ], "a document or object produced in court and referred to or identified by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibit",1,2,2 ], "witness in giving evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exhibition",1,1,1 ], "a public display of art, products, skills, activities, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibition",1,1,2 ], "the act of exhibiting or the state of being exhibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibition",1,1,3 ], "excites notice or ridicule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exhibition",1,1,3 ], "make an exhibition of oneself| to behave so foolishly in public that one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibition",1,1,4 ], "an allowance or scholarship awarded to a student at a university or school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitioner",1,1,1 ], "a student who has been awarded an exhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitionism",1,1,1 ], "a compulsive desire to attract attention to oneself, esp| by absurd or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitionism",1,1,1 ], "exaggerated behaviour or boasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitionism",1,1,2 ], "a compulsive desire to expose one's genital organs publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitive",1,1,1 ], "illustrative or demonstrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that exhibits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitor",1,1,2 ], "an individual or company that shows films, esp| the manager or owner of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhibitor",1,1,2 ], "cinema" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exhilarant",1,1,1 ], "exhilarating; invigorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhilarant",1,2,1 ], "something that exhilarates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhilarate",1,1,1 ], "to make lively and cheerful gladden elate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhort",1,1,1 ], "to urge or persuade (someone) earnestly; advise strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhortation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of exhorting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhortation",1,1,2 ], "a speech or written passage intended to persuade, inspire, or encourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhume",1,1,1 ], "to dig up (something buried, esp| a corpse); disinter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exhume",1,1,2 ], "to reveal; disclose; unearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exigency",1,1,1 ], "the state of being exigent; urgency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exigency",1,1,2 ], "an urgent demand; pressing requirement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exigency",1,1,3 ], "an emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exigent",1,1,1 ], "urgent; pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exigent",1,1,2 ], "exacting; demanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exigible",1,1,1 ], "liable to be exacted or required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exiguous",1,1,1 ], "scanty or slender; meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exile",1,1,1 ], "a prolonged, usually enforced absence from one's home or country; banishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exile",1,1,2 ], "the expulsion of a person from his native land by official decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exile",1,1,3 ], "a person banished or living away from his home or country; expatriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exile",1,2,1 ], "banish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exile",1,2,1 ], "to expel from home or country, esp| by official decree as a punishment;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eximious",1,1,1 ], "select and distinguished; eminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exine",1,1,1 ], "another name for extine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exist",1,1,1 ], "to have being or reality; to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exist",1,1,2 ], "to eke out a living; stay alive; survive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exist",1,1,3 ], "to be living; live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exist",1,1,4 ], "to be present under specified conditions or in a specified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exist",1,1,5 ], "situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exist",1,1,5 ], "to have contingent being while free, responsible, and aware of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existence",1,1,1 ], "the fact or state of existing; being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existence",1,1,2 ], "the continuance or maintenance of life; living, esp| in adverse circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existence",1,1,3 ], "something that exists; a being or entity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existence",1,1,4 ], "everything that exists, esp| that is living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existent",1,1,1 ], "in existence; extant; current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existent",1,1,2 ], "having existence; living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existent",1,2,1 ], "a person or a thing that exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existential",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to existence, esp| human existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existential",1,1,2 ], "based on personal experience; empirical as opposed to theoretical; concrete as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existential",1,1,2 ], "opposed to abstract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "existential",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to a formula or proposition asserting the existence of at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existential",1,1,3 ], "least one object fulfilling a given condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "existential",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to existentialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existentialism",1,1,1 ], "a modern philosophical movement stressing the importance of personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "existentialism",1,1,1 ], "experience and responsibility and the demands that they make on the individual, who is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "existentialism",1,1,1 ], "seen as a free agent in a deterministic and seemingly meaningless universe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,1 ], "a way out; door or gate by which people may leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of going out; departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,2,1 ], "the act of leaving or right to leave a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,3 ], "departure from life; death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,4 ], "the act of going offstage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,4,1 ], "the act of losing the lead deliberately|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,1,4,2 ], "a card enabling one to do this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,2,1 ], "to go away or out; depart; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,2,2 ], "to go offstage: used as a stage direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exit",1,2,3 ], "to lose the lead deliberately|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exitance",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a surface to emit radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exo-",1,1,1 ], "external, outside, or beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exobiology",1,1,1 ], "another name for astrobiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exocarp",1,1,1 ], "another name for epicarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exocentric",1,1,1 ], "(of a construction) not fulfilling the grammatical role of any of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exocentric",1,1,1 ], "constituents as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exocentric",1,1,2 ], "nominal, while the whole construction is adverbial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exocentric",1,1,2 ], "until last Easter, where the constituents are prepositional, adjectival, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exocrine gland",1,1,1 ], "any gland, such as a salivary or sweat gland, that secretes its products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exocrine gland",1,1,1 ], "through a duct onto an epithelial surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exocrine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to exocrine glands or their secretions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exocrine",1,2,1 ], "an exocrine gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exoderm",1,1,1 ], "another name for ectoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exodontics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of dental surgery concerned with the extraction of teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exodus",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of going out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "any enzyme, esp| an exopeptidase, that acts upon terminal chemical bonds in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "chain of molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exoenzyme",1,1,2 ], "another name for ectoenzyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exoergic",1,1,1 ], "(of a nuclear reaction) occurring with evolution of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exogamy",1,1,1 ], "similar social unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exogamy",1,1,1 ], "the custom or an act of marrying a person belonging to another tribe, clan, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exogamy",1,1,2 ], "fusion of gametes from parents that are not closely related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exogenous",1,1,1 ], "having an external origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exogenous",1,1,1,1 ], "developing or originating outside an organism or part of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exogenous",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to external factors, such as light, that influence an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exon",1,1,1 ], "one of the four officers who command the Yeomen of the Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exonerate",1,1,1 ], "to clear or absolve from blame or a criminal charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exonerate",1,1,2 ], "to relieve from an obligation or task; exempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exonym",1,1,1 ], "a name given to a place by foreigners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exopeptidase",1,1,1 ], "any proteolytic enzyme, such as erepsin, that acts on the terminal bonds in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exopeptidase",1,1,1 ], "peptide chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exophthalmic goitre",1,1,1 ], "a form of hyperthyroidism characterized by enlargement of the thyroid gland," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exophthalmic goitre",1,1,1 ], "protrusion of the eyeballs, increased basal metabolic rate, and weight loss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exophthalmos" ,1, 1, 1],"exophthalmus ($eks$Af!#Gglm@), or exophthalmia ($eks$Af!#Gglm$I@@) n",1). c_DEF([ "exophthalmos" ,1, 1, 2],"abnormal protrusion of the eyeball, as caused by hyperthyroidism|Also called:",1). c_DEF([ "exophthalmos" ,1, 1, 2],"proptosis, ocular proptosis",2). c_DEF([ "exoplasm",1,1,1 ], "another name for ectoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exorable",1,1,1 ], "able to be persuaded or moved by pleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exorbitant",1,1,1 ], "(of prices, demands, etc|) in excess of what is reasonable excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exorbitant",1,1,1 ], "extravagant immoderate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exorcise",1,1,1 ], "place believed to be possessed or haunted), by prayers, adjurations, and religious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exorcise",1,1,1 ], "rites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "exorcise",1,1,1 ], "to expel or attempt to expel (one or more evil spirits) from (a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exordium",1,1,1 ], "an introductory part or beginning, esp| of an oration or discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exor| ",1,1,1 ], "executor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exoskeleton",1,1,1 ], "many animals, such as the thick cuticle of arthropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exoskeleton",1,1,1 ], "the protective or supporting structure covering the outside of the body of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exosmosis",1,1,1 ], "osmosis in which water flows from a cell or organism into the surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exosmosis",1,1,1 ], "solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exosphere",1,1,1 ], "kilometres above the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exosphere",1,1,1 ], "the outermost layer of the earth's atmosphere| It extends from about 400" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exospore",1,1,1 ], "the outer layer of the spores of some algae and fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exostosis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal bony outgrowth from the surface of a bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exoteric",1,1,1 ], "intelligible to or intended for more than a select or initiated minority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exoteric",1,1,2 ], "external; exterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exothermic",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the evolution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exothermic",1,1,1 ], "heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exotic dancer",1,1,1 ], "a striptease dancer or belly dancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exotic",1,1,1 ], "originating in a foreign country, esp| one in the tropics; not native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exotic",1,1,2 ], "having a strange or bizarre allure, beauty, or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exotic",1,2,1 ], "an exotic person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exotica",1,1,1 ], "exotic objects, esp| when forming a collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exotoxin",1,1,1 ], "a toxin produced by a microorganism and secreted into the surrounding medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exp",1,1,1 ], "exponential ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expand",1,1,1 ], "to make or become greater in extent, volume, size, or scope; increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expand",1,1,2 ], "to spread out or be spread out; unfold; stretch out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expand",1,2,1 ], "to enlarge or expatiate on (a story, topic, etc|) in detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expand",1,3,1 ], "to become increasingly relaxed, friendly, or talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expand",1,3,2 ], "to express (a function or expression) as the sum or product of terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expanded metal",1,1,1 ], "an open mesh of metal produced by stamping out alternating slots in a metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expanded metal",1,1,1 ], "friable materials and in fencing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "expanded metal",1,1,1 ], "sheet and stretching it into an open pattern| It is used for reinforcing brittle or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expanded",1,1,1 ], "wider than usual for a particular height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expanded",1,1,3 ], "(of a plastic) having been foamed during manufacture by the introduction of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expanded",1,1,3 ], "gas in order to make a light packaging material or heat insulator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expander",1,1,1 ], "a device for exercising and developing the muscles of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expander",1,1,2 ], "an electronic device for increasing the variations in signal amplitude in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expander",1,1,2 ], "transmission system according to a specified law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expanding universe theory",1,1,1 ], "all the galaxies are receding from each other at velocities that increase as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expanding universe theory",1,1,1 ], "distance from earth increases" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "expanding universe theory",1,1,1 ], "the theory, developed from the observed red shifts of celestial bodies, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expanse",1,1,1 ], "an uninterrupted surface of something that spreads or extends, esp| over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expanse",1,1,1 ], "wide area; stretch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expanse",1,1,2 ], "expansion or extension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansible",1,1,1 ], "able to expand or be expanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansile",1,1,1 ], "able to expand or cause expansion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansile",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to expansion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion bolt",1,1,1 ], "a bolt that expands on tightening, enabling it to be secured into an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion bolt",1,1,1 ], "unthreaded hole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,1 ], "the act of expanding or the state of being expanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,2 ], "something expanded; an expanded surface or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,3 ], "the degree, extent, or amount by which something expands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,4 ], "an increase, enlargement, or development, esp| in the activities of a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,4,1 ], "of its terms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,4,1 ], "the form of an expression or function when it is written as the sum or product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,4,2 ], "the act or process of determining this expanded form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,5 ], "increasing in volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,5 ], "the part of an engine cycle in which the working fluid does useful work by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,6 ], "increase in temperature, internal pressure, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expansion",1,1,6 ], "the increase in the dimensions of a body or substance when subjected to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansionism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine or practice of expanding the economy or territory of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansive",1,1,1 ], "able or tending to expand or characterized by expansion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansive",1,1,2 ], "wide; extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansive",1,1,3 ], "friendly, open, or talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansive",1,1,4 ], "grand or extravagant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expansive",1,1,5 ], "grandeur or being inclined to overvalue oneself or one's work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expansive",1,1,5 ], "lacking restraint in the expression of feelings, esp| in having delusions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatiate",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to enlarge (on a theme, topic, etc|) at length or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatiate",1,1,1 ], "detail; elaborate (on)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expatiate",1,1,2 ], "to wander about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,1,1 ], "($eks!ptr$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,1,2 ], "exiled or banished from one's native country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,2,1 ], "($eks!ptr$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,2,2 ], "an exile; expatriate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,3,1 ], "($eks!ptr$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,4,1 ], "exile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,4,1 ], "to exile (oneself) from one's native country or cause (another) to go into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expatriate",1,4,2 ], "to deprive (oneself or another) of citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expect",1,1,1 ], "to regard as probable or likely; anticipate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expect",1,1,2 ], "to look forward to or be waiting for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expect",1,1,3 ], "to decide that (something) is requisite or necessary; require" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectancy",1,1,1 ], "something expected, esp| on the basis of a norm or average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectancy",1,1,2 ], "anticipation; expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectancy",1,1,3 ], "the prospect of a future interest or possession, esp| in property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectant",1,1,1 ], "expecting, anticipating, or hopeful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectant",1,1,2 ], "having expectations, esp| of possession of something or prosperity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectant",1,1,3 ], "pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectant",1,2,1 ], "a person who expects something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectant",1,2,2 ], "a candidate for office, esp| for ecclesiastical preferment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectation",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of expecting or the state of being expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectation",1,1,2 ], "something looked forward to, whether feared or hoped for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectation",1,1,3 ], "an attitude of expectancy or hope; anticipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectation",1,1,3,1 ], "the numerical probability that an event will occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectation",1,1,3,2 ], "another term for expected value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expected value",1,1,1 ], "respective probabilities| It is equivalent to the mean of the distribution of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expected value",1,1,1 ], "the sum or integral of all possible values of a variable multiplied by their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expected value",1,1,1 ], "variable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "expecting",1,1,1 ], "pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectorant",1,1,1 ], "promoting the secretion, liquefaction, or expulsion of sputum from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectorant",1,1,1 ], "respiratory passages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expectorant",1,2,1 ], "an expectorant drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expectorate",1,1,1 ], "to cough up and spit out (sputum from the respiratory passages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expediency",1,1,1 ], "appropriateness; suitability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expediency",1,1,2 ], "fair or just" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expediency",1,1,2 ], "the use of or inclination towards methods that are advantageous rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expediency",1,1,3 ], "another word for expedient ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedient" ,1, 1, 1],"suitable to the circumstances; appropriate",1). c_DEF([ "expedient" ,1, 1, 2],"inclined towards methods or means that are advantageous rather than fair or",1). c_DEF([ "expedient" ,1, 1, 2],"just",2). c_DEF([ "expedient" ,1, 2, 1],"situation",2). c_DEF([ "expedient" ,1, 2, 1],"something suitable or appropriate, esp| something used during an urgent",1). c_DEF([ "expediential",1,1,1 ], "denoting, based on, or involving expediency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedite",1,1,1 ], "to facilitate the progress of; hasten or assist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedite",1,1,2 ], "efficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expedite",1,1,2 ], "to do or process (something, such as business matters) with speed and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedite",1,1,3 ], "to dispatch (documents, messages, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedite",1,2,1 ], "unimpeded or prompt; expeditious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedite",1,2,2 ], "alert or prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedition",1,1,1 ], "an organized journey or voyage for a specific purpose, esp| for exploration or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedition",1,1,1 ], "for a scientific or military purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expedition",1,1,2 ], "the people and equipment comprising an expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedition",1,1,3 ], "a pleasure trip; excursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expedition",1,1,4 ], "promptness in acting; dispatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expeditionary",1,1,1 ], "relating to or constituting an expedition, esp| a military one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expeditious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or done with speed and efficiency; prompt; quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expel",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to eject or drive out with force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expel",1,1,2 ], "to deprive of participation in or membership of a school, club, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expellant",1,1,1 ], "forcing out or having the capacity to force out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expellant",1,2,1 ], "a medicine used to expel undesirable substances or organisms from the body," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expellant",1,2,1 ], "esp| worms from the digestive tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expellers",1,1,1 ], "for animal fodder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expellers",1,1,1 ], "the residue remaining after an oilseed has been crushed to expel the oil, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expend",1,1,1 ], "to spend; disburse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expend",1,1,2 ], "to consume or use up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expendable",1,1,1 ], "that may be expended or used up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expendable",1,1,2 ], "not essential; not worth preserving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expendable",1,1,3 ], "able to be sacrificed to achieve an objective, esp| a military one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expendable",1,2,1 ], "something that is expendable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expenditure",1,1,1 ], "something expended, such as time or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expenditure",1,1,2 ], "the act of expending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense account",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement by which expenses incurred in the course of a person's work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense account",1,1,1 ], "are refunded by his employer or deducted from his income for tax purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expense account",1,1,2 ], "a record of such expenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense account",1,1,3 ], "paid for by an employer or by money allowable against tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense",1,1,1 ], "a particular payment of money; expenditure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense",1,1,2 ], "money needed for individual purchases; cost; charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense",1,1,3 ], "incidental money spent in the performance of a job, commission, etc|, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense",1,1,3 ], "reimbursed by an employer or allowable against tax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expense",1,1,4 ], "something requiring money for its purchase or upkeep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense",1,1,5 ], "at the expense of| to the detriment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expense",1,2,1 ], "to treat as an expense for book-keeping or tax purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expensive",1,1,1 ], "high-priced; costly; dear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience table",1,1,1 ], "an actuarial table, esp| a mortality table based on past statistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience",1,1,1 ], "direct personal participation or observation; actual knowledge or contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience",1,1,2 ], "a particular incident, feeling, etc|, that a person has undergone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience",1,1,3 ], "accumulated knowledge, esp| of practical matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience",1,1,4 ], "the impact made on an individual by the culture of a people, nation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience",1,1,5 ], "the totality of a person's perceptions, thoughts, memories, and encounters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience",1,2,1 ], "to participate in or undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experience",1,2,2 ], "to be emotionally or aesthetically moved by; feel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experienced",1,1,1 ], "having become skilful or knowledgeable from extensive contact or participation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experienced",1,1,1 ], "or observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "experiential",1,1,1 ], "relating to or derived from experience; empirical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experientialism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical doctrine that all knowledge is based on experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,1,1 ], "($Ik!sp$er$Im@t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,1,2 ], "a test or investigation, esp| one planned to provide evidence for or against a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,1,2 ], "hypothesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,1,3 ], "research" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,1,3 ], "the act of conducting such an investigation or test; experimentation;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,1,4 ], "an attempt at something new or different; an effort to be original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,2,1 ], "($Ik!sp$er$I~m$ent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experiment",1,3,1 ], "to make an experiment or experiments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimental",1,1,1 ], "relating to, based on, or having the nature of experiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimental",1,1,2 ], "based on or derived from experience; empirical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimental",1,1,3 ], "tending to experiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimental",1,1,4 ], "tentative or provisional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimentalism",1,1,1 ], "employment of or reliance upon experiments; empiricism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimentalize",1,1,1 ], "to engage in experiments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimentation",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or practice of experimenting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "experimenter effect",1,1,1 ], "the influence of an experimenter's expectations on his results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expert",1,1,1 ], "a person who has extensive skill or knowledge in a particular field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expert",1,1,2 ], "for the care of machinery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expert",1,1,2 ], "the expert| Austral| informal| the worker in a sheep-shearing shed responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expert",1,2,1 ], "skilful or knowledgeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expert",1,2,2 ], "of, involving, or done by an expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expertise",1,1,1 ], "special skill, knowledge, or judgment; expertness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expertize",1,1,1 ], "to act as an expert or give an expert opinion (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being expiated or atoned for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiate",1,1,1 ], "to atone for or redress (sin or wrongdoing) make amends for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiation",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or a means of expiating; atonement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiatory",1,1,1 ], "capable of making expiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiatory",1,1,2 ], "given or offered in expiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiration",1,1,1 ], "the finish of something; ending; expiry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiration",1,1,2 ], "the act, process, or sound of breathing out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiration",1,1,3 ], "a last breath; death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiratory",1,1,1 ], "relating to the expulsion of air from the lungs during respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expire",1,1,1 ], "to finish or run out; cease; come to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expire",1,1,2 ], "to breathe out (air); exhale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expire",1,2,1 ], "to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiry",1,1,1,1 ], "a coming to an end, esp| of a contract period; termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expiry",1,1,2 ], "death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explain away",1,1,1 ], "to offer excuses or reasons for (bad conduct, mistakes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explain",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to make (something) comprehensible," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explain",1,1,1 ], "esp| by giving a clear and detailed account of the relevant structure, operation," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explain",1,1,1 ], "surrounding circumstances, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "explain",1,2,1 ], "actions or words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explain",1,2,1 ], "to justify or attempt to justify (oneself) by giving reasons for one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explanation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of explaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explanation",1,1,2 ], "a statement or occurrence that explains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explanation",1,1,3 ], "a clarification of disputed terms or points; reconciliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explanatory",1,1,1 ], "serving or intended to serve as an explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explant",1,1,1 ], "to transfer (living tissue) from its natural site to a culture medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explant",1,2,1 ], "a piece of tissue treated in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expletive",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation or swearword; an oath or a sound expressing an emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expletive",1,1,1 ], "reaction rather than any particular meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expletive",1,1,2 ], "any syllable, word, or phrase conveying no independent meaning, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expletive",1,1,2 ], "inserted in a line of verse for the sake of the metre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expletive",1,2,1 ], "also expletory ($Ik!spli$:t@$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expletive",1,2,2 ], "expressing no particular meaning, esp| when filling out a line of verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explicable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being explained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explicate",1,1,1 ], "to make clear or explicit; explain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explicate",1,1,2 ], "to formulate or develop (a theory, hypothesis, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explication de texte",1,1,1 ], "a close textual analysis of a literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explication",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of explicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explication",1,1,2 ], "analysis or interpretation, esp| of a literary passage or work or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explication",1,1,2 ], "philosophical doctrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explication",1,1,3 ], "a comprehensive exposition or description" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explicit",1,1,1 ], "precisely and clearly expressed, leaving nothing to implication; fully stated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explicit",1,1,2 ], "openly expressed without reservations; unreserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explicit",1,1,3 ], "(of a function) having an equation of the form yf(x), in which y is expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explicit",1,1,3 ], "directly in terms of x, as in yx'4 + x + z" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,1,1 ], "pressure, esp| through the detonation of an explosive; blow up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,1,1 ], "to burst or cause to burst with great violence as a result of internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,1,2 ], "to destroy or be destroyed in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,1,3 ], "(of a gas) to undergo or cause (a gas) to undergo a sudden violent expansion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,1,3 ], "accompanied by heat, light, a shock wave, and a loud noise, as a result of a fast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,1,3 ], "uncontrolled exothermic chemical or nuclear reaction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,2,1 ], "to react suddenly or violently with emotion, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,3,1 ], "(esp| of a population) to increase rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,4,1 ], "to show (a theory, etc|) to be baseless; refute and make obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explode",1,5,1 ], "to pronounce (a stop) with audible plosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploded view",1,1,1 ], "a drawing or photograph of a complicated mechanism that shows the individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploded view",1,1,1 ], "parts separately, usually indicating their relative positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exploding star",1,1,1 ], "an irregular variable star, such as a nova, supernova, or flare star, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploding star",1,1,1 ], "rapid increases in luminosity occur, caused by some form of explosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exploit",1,1,1 ], "a notable deed or feat, esp| one that is noble or heroic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploit",1,2,1 ], "($Ik!spl@$$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploit",1,3,1 ], "for one's own advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exploit",1,3,1 ], "to take advantage of (a person, situation, etc|), esp| unethically or unjustly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploit",1,3,2 ], "to make the best use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploration",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of exploring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploration",1,1,2 ], "examination of an organ or part for diagnostic purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploration",1,1,3 ], "an organized trip into unfamiliar regions, esp| for scientific purposes;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exploration",1,1,3 ], "expedition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explore",1,1,1 ], "to examine or investigate, esp| systematically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explore",1,1,2 ], "scientific purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explore",1,1,2 ], "to travel to or into (unfamiliar or unknown regions), esp| for organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explore",1,2,1 ], "to examine (an organ or part) for diagnostic purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explore",1,3,1 ], "to search for or out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explosion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of exploding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explosion",1,1,2 ], "a violent release of energy resulting from a rapid chemical or nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explosion",1,1,2 ], "reaction, esp| one that produces a shock wave, loud noise, heat, and light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "explosion",1,1,3 ], "a sudden or violent outburst of activity, noise, emotion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explosion",1,1,4 ], "a rapid increase, esp| in a population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explosion",1,1,5 ], "another word for plosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 1, 1],"canvas shelter",1). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 1, 1],"of, involving, or characterized by an explosion or explosions",1). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 1, 2],"capable of exploding or tending to explode",1). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 1, 3],"potentially violent or hazardous; dangerous",1). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 1, 4],"another word for ,plosive",1). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 2, 1],"a substance that decomposes rapidly under certain conditions with the",1). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 2, 1],"in firearms, blasting, and rocket propulsion",3). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 2, 1],"production of gases, which expand by the heat of the reaction| The energy released is used",2). c_DEF([ "explosive" ,1, 2, 2],"a plosive consonant; stop",1). c_DEF([ "expo",1,1,1 ], "short for exposition ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) a person or thing that acts as an advocate (of an idea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,1,1 ], "cause, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that explains or interprets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,1,3 ], "a performer or interpretive artist, esp| a musician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,1,4 ], "a number or variable placed as a superscript to the right of another number or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,1,4 ], "itself" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,1,4 ], "quantity indicating the number of times the number or quantity is to be multiplied by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exponent",1,2,1 ], "offering a declaration, explanation, or interpretation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponential distribution",1,1,1 ], "a continuous single-parameter distribution used esp| when making statements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponential distribution",1,1,1 ], "about the length of life of certain materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exponential",1,1,1 ], "(of a function, curve, series, or equation) of, containing, or involving one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponential",1,1,1 ], "or more numbers or quantities raised to an exponent, esp| e'x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exponential",1,1,2 ], "raised to the power of e, the base of natural logarithms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponential",1,1,3 ], "of or involving an exponent or exponents|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponential",1,2,1 ], "an exponential function, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exponible",1,1,1 ], "(of a proposition, etc|) requiring explanation or revision to be intelligible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export reject",1,1,1 ], "an article that fails to meet a standard of quality required for export and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export reject",1,1,1 ], "that is sold on the home market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "export",1,1,1,1 ], "goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export",1,1,2 ], "(visible exports) or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export",1,1,3 ], "(invisible exports) sold to a foreign country or countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export",1,2,1 ], "($Ik!sp@$$:t, !$eksp@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export",1,2,2 ], "to sell (goods or services) or ship (goods) to a foreign country or countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "export",1,3,1 ], "to transmit or spread (an idea, social institution, etc|) abroad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exportation",1,1,1 ], "the act, business, or process of exporting goods or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exportation",1,1,2 ], "an exported product or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expos",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of bringing a scandal, crime, etc|, to public notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expos",1,1,2 ], "an article, book, or statement that discloses a scandal, crime, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,1 ], "to display for viewing; exhibit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,2 ], "to bring to public notice; disclose; reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,3 ], "to divulge the identity of; unmask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by to) to make subject or susceptible (to attack, criticism, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,5 ], "to abandon (a child, animal, etc|) in the open to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,6 ], "(foll| by to) to introduce (to) or acquaint (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,7 ], "of actinic radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,7 ], "to subject (a photographic film or plate) to light, x-rays, or some other type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,8 ], "to exhibit (the consecrated Eucharistic Host or a relic) for public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,8 ], "veneration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expose",1,1,9 ], "expose oneself| to display one's sexual organs in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposed",1,1,1 ], "not concealed; displayed for viewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposed",1,1,2 ], "without shelter from the elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposed",1,1,3 ], "susceptible to attack or criticism; vulnerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,1 ], "a systematic, usually written statement about, commentary on, or explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,1 ], "of a specific subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,2 ], "the act of expounding or setting forth information or a viewpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,3 ], "a large public exhibition, esp| of industrial products or arts and crafts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,4 ], "the act of exposing or the state of being exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,5 ], "introduced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,5 ], "the part of a play, novel, etc|, in which the theme and main characters are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,6 ], "a fugue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,6 ], "the first statement of the subjects or themes of a movement in sonata form or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,7 ], "the exhibiting of the consecrated Eucharistic Host or a relic for public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposition",1,1,7 ], "veneration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expositor",1,1,1 ], "a person who expounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expository",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or assisting in exposition; explanatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expostulate",1,1,1 ], "intention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expostulate",1,1,1 ], "to argue or reason (with), esp| in order to dissuade from an action or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure meter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the intensity of light, usually by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure meter",1,1,1 ], "aperture) can be determined" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "exposure meter",1,1,1 ], "photocell, so that the suitable camera settings of shutter speed and f-number (or lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,1 ], "the act of exposing or the condition of being exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,2 ], "the position or outlook of a house, building, etc|; aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,3 ], "lack of shelter from the weather, esp| the cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,4 ], "a surface that is exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,4,1 ], "the act of exposing a photographic film or plate to light, x-rays, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,4,1 ], "the intensity of light falling on a photographic film or plate multiplied by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,4,1 ], "the time for which it is exposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,4,2 ], "a combination of lens aperture and shutter speed used in taking a photograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,4,2 ], "an area on a film or plate that has been exposed to light, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,4,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,5 ], "appearance or presentation before the public, as in a theatre, on television," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exposure",1,1,5 ], "or in films" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expound",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on or about) to explain or set forth (an argument," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expound",1,1,1 ], "theory, etc|) in detail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "express rifle",1,1,1 ], "a hunting rifle designed to kill large game at close range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,1,1 ], "to transform (ideas) into words; utter; verbalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,1,2 ], "to show or reveal; indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,1,3 ], "to communicate (emotion, etc|) without words, as through music, painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,1,4 ], "to indicate through a symbol, formula, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,1,5 ], "to force or squeeze out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,1,6 ], "to send by rapid transport or special messenger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,1,7 ], "express oneself| to communicate one's thoughts or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,2,1 ], "clearly indicated or shown; explicitly stated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,2,2 ], "done or planned for a definite reason or goal; particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,2,3 ], "merchandise, mail, money, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,2,3 ], "of, concerned with, or designed for rapid transportation of people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,3,1,1 ], "a system for sending merchandise, mail, money, etc|, rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,3,1,2 ], "merchandise, mail, etc|, conveyed by such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,3,1,3 ], "Chiefly U|S| an enterprise operating such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,3,2 ], "a fast train stopping at none or only a few of the intermediate stations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,3,2 ], "between its two termini" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "express",1,4,1 ], "by means of a special delivery or express delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressage",1,1,1 ], "the conveyance of merchandise by express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressage",1,1,2 ], "the fee charged for such conveyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression mark",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of musical directions, usually in Italian, indicating how a piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression mark",1,1,1 ], "or passage is to be performed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of transforming ideas into words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,2 ], "a manifestation of an emotion, feeling, etc|, without words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,3 ], "communication of emotion through music, painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,4 ], "a look on the face that indicates mood or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,5 ], "the choice of words, phrases, syntax, intonation, etc|, in communicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,6 ], "a particular phrase used conventionally to express something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,7 ], "the act or process of forcing or squeezing out a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,8 ], "a variable, function, or some combination of constants, variables, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,8 ], "functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expression",1,1,9 ], "the effect of a particular gene on the phenotype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressionism",1,1,1 ], "an artistic and literary movement originating in Germany at the beginning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressionism",1,1,1 ], "distortion" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "expressionism",1,1,1 ], "external reality: characterized by the use of symbolism and of exaggeration and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "expressionism",1,1,1 ], "the 20th century, which sought to express emotions rather than to represent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "expressive",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or full of expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressive",1,2,1 ], "indicative or suggestive (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressive",1,2,2 ], "having a particular meaning, feeling, or force; significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressivity",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a work of art) the quality of being expressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressivity",1,1,2 ], "the strength of the effect of a gene on the phenotype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressly",1,1,1 ], "for an express purpose; with specific intentions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressly",1,1,2 ], "plainly, exactly, or unmistakably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expresso",1,1,1 ], "variant of espresso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expressway",1,1,1 ], "an urban motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expropriate",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (an owner) of (property), esp| by taking it for public use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exptl|",1,1,1 ], "experimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expulsion",1,1,1 ], "the act of expelling or the fact or condition of being expelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expulsive",1,1,1 ], "tending or serving to expel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expunge",1,1,1 ], "to delete or erase; blot out; obliterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expunge",1,1,2 ], "to wipe out or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "expurgate",1,1,1 ], "to amend (a book, text, etc|) by removing (obscene or offensive sections)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exp|",1,1,1 ], "expenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exp|",1,1,2 ], "experiment(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exp|",1,1,3 ], "expired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exp|",1,1,4 ], "export(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exp|",1,1,5 ], "exporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exp|",1,1,6 ], "express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exquisite",1,1,1 ], "possessing qualities of unusual delicacy and fine craftsmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exquisite",1,1,2 ], "extremely beautiful and pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exquisite",1,1,3 ], "outstanding or excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exquisite",1,1,4 ], "sensitive; discriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exquisite",1,1,5 ], "fastidious and refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exquisite",1,1,6 ], "intense or sharp in feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exquisite",1,2,1 ], "a dandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exr|",1,1,1 ], "executor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exsanguinate",1,1,1 ], "to drain the blood from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exsanguine",1,1,1 ], "without blood; bloodless or anaemic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exscind",1,1,1 ], "to cut off or out excise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exsect",1,1,1 ], "to cut out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exsert",1,1,1 ], "to thrust out; protrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exsert",1,2,1 ], "also exserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exsert",1,2,2 ], "of a flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exsert",1,2,2 ], "protruded, stretched out, or (esp| of stamens) projecting beyond the corolla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exsiccate",1,1,1 ], "to dry up; desiccate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exstipulate",1,1,1 ], "(of a flowering plant) having no stipules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exstrophy",1,1,1 ], "congenital eversion of a hollow organ, esp| the urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extant",1,1,1 ], "still in existence; surviving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extant",1,1,2 ], "standing out; protruding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extemporaneous",1,1,1 ], "extempore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extemporaneous",1,1,1 ], "spoken, performed, etc|, without planning or preparation; impromptu;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extemporaneous",1,1,2 ], "done in a temporary manner; improvised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extempore",1,2,1 ], "without planning or preparation; impromptu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extemporize",1,1,1 ], "planning or preparation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extemporize",1,1,1 ], "to perform, speak, or compose (an act, speech, piece of music, etc|) without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extemporize",1,1,2 ], "to use (a temporary solution) for an immediate need; improvise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,1,1 ], "to draw out or be drawn out; stretch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,1,2 ], "to last for a certain time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,10,1,1 ], "to carry forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,10,1,2 ], "to calculate the amount of (a total, balance, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,11,1 ], "(formerly in England) to value or assess (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,2,1 ], "to reach a certain point in time or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,3,1 ], "to exist or occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,4,1 ], "to increase (a building, etc|) in size or area; add to or enlarge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,5,1 ], "to broaden the meaning or scope of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,6,1 ], "to put forth, present, or offer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,6,2 ], "to stretch forth (an arm, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,7,1 ], "to lay out (a body) at full length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,8,1 ], "to strain or exert (a person or animal) to the maximum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,9,1 ], "completion of (a task), etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extend",1,9,1 ], "to prolong (the time originally set) for payment of (a debt or loan)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extended family",1,1,1 ], "a social unit that contains the nuclear family together with blood relatives," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extended family",1,1,1 ], "often spanning three or more generations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extended",1,1,1 ], "stretched out in time, space, influence, application, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extended",1,1,2 ], "(of a horse''s pace) free-moving and with long steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extended",1,1,3 ], "another word for expanded ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extended-play",1,1,1 ], "denoting an EP record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extender",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that extends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extender",1,1,2 ], "a substance, such as French chalk or china clay, added to paints to give them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extender",1,1,2 ], "body and decrease their rate of settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extender",1,1,3 ], "a substance added to glues and resins to dilute them or to modify their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extender",1,1,3 ], "viscosity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extender",1,1,4 ], "a substance added to elastomers to assist the plasticizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,1 ], "the act of extending or the condition of being extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,2 ], "something that can be extended or that extends another object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,3 ], "the length, range, etc|, over which something is extended; extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,4 ], "an additional telephone set connected to the same telephone line as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,4 ], "set or other sets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,5 ], "a room or rooms added to an existing building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,6 ], "a delay, esp| one agreed by all parties, in the date originally set for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,6 ], "payment of a debt or completion of a contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,7 ], "the property of matter by which it occupies space; size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,7,1 ], "the act of straightening or extending an arm or leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,7,2 ], "its position after being straightened or extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,8 ], "a steady pull applied to a fractured or dislocated arm or leg to restore it to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,8 ], "its normal position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,8,1 ], "a service by which some of the facilities of an educational establishment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,8,1 ], "library, etc|, are offered to outsiders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,8,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,9 ], "extension of satellite of Mars is the set containing only Deimos and Phobos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extension",1,1,9 ], "the class of entities to which a given word correctly applies: thus, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensity",1,1,1 ], "that part of sensory perception relating to the spatial aspect of objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensity",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being extensive or extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensive",1,1,1 ], "having a large extent, area, scope, degree, etc|; vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensive",1,1,2 ], "widespread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensive",1,1,3 ], "involving or farmed with minimum expenditure of capital or labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensive",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a property, measurement, etc|, that is dependent on mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensive",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to logical extension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensometer",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for studying small changes of length, as in the thermal expansion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extensometer",1,1,1 ], "or mechanical compression of a solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extensor",1,1,1 ], "any muscle that stretches or extends an arm, leg, or other bodily part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extent",1,1,1 ], "the range over which something extends; scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extent",1,1,2 ], "an area or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extent",1,1,3 ], "a writ authorizing a person to whom a debt is due to assume temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extent",1,1,3 ], "possession of his debtor's lands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extent",1,1,4 ], "another word for extension ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extenuate",1,1,1 ], "as by showing mitigating circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extenuate",1,1,1 ], "to represent (an offence, fault, etc|) as being less serious than it appears," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extenuate",1,1,2 ], "to cause to be or appear less serious; mitigate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extenuate",1,1,3 ], "to underestimate or make light of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extenuate",1,1,3,1 ], "to emaciate or weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extenuate",1,1,3,2 ], "to dilute or thin out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior angle",1,1,1 ], "an angle of a polygon contained between one side extended and the adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior angle",1,1,1 ], "side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exterior angle",1,1,2 ], "any of the four angles made by a transversal that are outside the region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior angle",1,1,2 ], "between the two intersected lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exterior",1,1,1 ], "a part, surface, or region that is on the outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior",1,1,2 ], "the observable outward behaviour or appearance of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior",1,1,3 ], "a film or scene shot outside a studio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior",1,2,1 ], "of, situated on, or suitable for the outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior",1,2,2 ], "coming or acting from without; external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterior",1,2,3 ], "of or involving foreign nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exteriorize",1,1,1 ], "remove it from an operating area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exteriorize",1,1,1 ], "to expose (an attached organ or part) outside a body cavity, esp| in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exteriorize",1,1,2 ], "another word for externalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exterminate",1,1,1 ], "eliminate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exterminate",1,1,1 ], "to destroy (living things, esp| pests or vermin) completely annihilate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extern",1,1,1 ], "a person, such as a physician at a hospital, who has an official connection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extern",1,1,1 ], "with an institution but does not reside in it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "external ear",1,1,1 ], "the part of the ear consisting of the auricle and the auditory canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,1,1 ], "of, situated on, or suitable for the outside; outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,1,2 ], "coming or acting from without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,1,3 ], "of or involving foreign nations; foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or designating a medicine that is applied to the outside of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,1,4 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,1,5 ], "situated on or near the outside of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,1,6 ], "(of objects, etc|) taken to exist independently of a perceiving mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,2,1 ], "an external circumstance or aspect, esp| one that is superficial or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external",1,2,1 ], "inessential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "external-combustion engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine, such as a steam engine, in which the fuel is burned outside the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "external-combustion engine",1,1,1 ], "combustion chamber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "externalism",1,1,1 ], "exaggerated emphasis on outward form, esp| in religious worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "externalism",1,1,2 ], "a philosophical doctrine holding that only objects that can be perceived by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "externalism",1,1,2 ], "the senses are real; phenomenalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "externality",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "externality",1,1,2 ], "something external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "externality",1,1,3 ], "the quality of existing independently of a perceiving mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "externalize" ,1, 1, 0],"OWORD",1). c_DEF([ "externalize" ,1, 1, 1],"exteriorize ($Ikst$I@$I@a$Iz) or externalise, exteriorisevb",1). c_DEF([ "externalize" ,1, 2, 1],"to make external; give outward shape to",1). c_DEF([ "externalize" ,1, 2, 2],"to attribute (one's own feelings) to one's surroundings",1). c_DEF([ "exteroceptor",1,1,1 ], "any sensory organ or part of the body, such as the eye, able to receive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exteroceptor",1,1,1 ], "stimuli from outside the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exterritorial",1,1,1 ], "a variant of extraterritorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinct",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal or plant species) having no living representative; having died" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinct",1,1,1 ], "out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extinct",1,1,2 ], "quenched or extinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinct",1,1,3 ], "(of a volcano) no longer liable to erupt; inactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinct",1,1,4 ], "void or obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,1 ], "the act of making extinct or the state of being extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,2 ], "the act of extinguishing or the state of being extinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,3 ], "complete destruction; annihilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,4 ], "reduction of the intensity of radiation as a result of absorption or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,4 ], "scattering by matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,5 ], "the absorption of light from a planet or star by the earth's atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,6 ], "a process in which the frequency or intensity of a response is decreased as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinction",1,1,6 ], "result of reinforcement being withdrawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extinctive",1,1,1 ], "tending or serving to extinguish or make extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extine",1,1,1 ], "the outermost coat of a pollen grain or a spore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinguish",1,1,1 ], "to put out or quench (a light, flames, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinguish",1,1,2 ], "to remove or destroy entirely; annihilate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinguish",1,1,3 ], "to eclipse or obscure by or as if by superior brilliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinguish",1,1,4 ], "to discharge (a debt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinguishant",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as a liquid, foam, powder, etc|, used in extinguishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extinguishant",1,1,1 ], "fires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extirpate",1,1,1 ], "to remove or destroy completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extirpate",1,1,2 ], "to pull up or out; uproot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extirpate",1,1,3 ], "to remove (an organ or part) surgically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extol",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to praise lavishly; exalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extort",1,1,1 ], "influence or authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extort",1,1,1 ], "to secure (money, favours, etc|) by intimidation, violence, or the misuse of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extort",1,1,2 ], "to obtain by importunate demands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extort",1,1,3 ], "to overcharge for (something, esp| interest on a loan)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extortionate",1,1,1 ], "(of prices, etc|) excessive; exorbitant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extortionate",1,1,2 ], "(of persons) using extortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra cover",1,1,1 ], "a fielding position between cover and mid-off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra time",1,1,1 ], "an additional period played at the end of a match, to compensate for time lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra time",1,1,1 ], "result" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "extra time",1,1,1 ], "through injury or (in certain circumstances) to allow the teams to achieve a conclusive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,1,1 ], "being more than what is usual or expected; additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,2,2 ], "something for which an additional charge is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,2,3 ], "an additional edition of a newspaper, esp| to report a new development or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,2,3 ], "crisis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,2,4 ], "an actor or person temporarily engaged, usually for crowd scenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,2,5 ], "a run not scored from the bat, such as a wide, no-ball, bye, or leg bye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,2,6 ], "something that is better than usual in quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra",1,3,1 ], "unusually; exceptionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extra-",1,1,1 ], "outside or beyond an area or scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extracanonical",1,1,1 ], "not included in the canon of Scripture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extracellular",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring outside a cell or cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extracorporeal",1,1,1 ], "outside the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,1,1 ], "($Ik!strkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,1 ], "to withdraw, pull out, or uproot by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,2 ], "to remove or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,3 ], "to derive (pleasure, information, etc|) from some source or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,4 ], "to deduce or develop (a doctrine, policy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,5 ], "to extort (money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,6 ], "process, such as digestion, distillation, the action of a solvent, or mechanical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,6 ], "separation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,6 ], "to obtain (a substance) from a mixture or material by a chemical or physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,7 ], "publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,7 ], "to cut out or copy out (an article, passage, quotation, etc|) from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,2,8 ], "to determine the value of (the root of a number)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,3,1 ], "something extracted, such as a part or passage from a book, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,3,2 ], "a preparation containing the active principle or concentrated essence of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,3,2 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extract",1,3,3 ], "a solution of plant or animal tissue containing the active principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraction",1,1,1 ], "the act of extracting or the condition of being extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraction",1,1,2 ], "something extracted; an extract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraction",1,1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of extracting a tooth or teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraction",1,1,2,2 ], "a tooth or teeth extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraction",1,1,3 ], "origin, descent, lineage, or ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractions",1,1,1 ], "Used as a feed for animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extractions",1,1,1 ], "the residue remaining after an oilseed has had the oil extracted by a solvent|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractive",1,1,1 ], "tending or serving to extract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractive",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or capable of extraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractive",1,2,1 ], "something extracted or capable of being extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractive",1,2,2 ], "the part of an extract that is insoluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that extracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractor",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for pulling something out or removing tight-fitting components" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractor",1,1,3 ], "a device for extracting liquid from a solid, esp| a centrifugal dryer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extractor",1,1,4 ], "a device for extracting air or other gases from a room, building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extracurricular",1,1,1 ], "taking place outside the normal school timetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extracurricular",1,1,2 ], "beyond the regular duties, schedule, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraditable",1,1,1 ], "(of a crime, etc|) rendering the offender liable to extradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraditable",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) subject to extradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extradite",1,1,1 ], "to surrender (an alleged offender) for trial to a foreign state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extradite",1,1,2 ], "to procure the extradition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extradition",1,1,1 ], "territory the alleged offence was committed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extradition",1,1,1 ], "the surrender of an alleged offender or fugitive to the state in whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrados",1,1,1 ], "the outer curve or surface of an arch or vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extragalactic nebula",1,1,1 ], "the former name for galaxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extragalactic",1,1,1 ], "occurring or existing beyond the Galaxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrajudicial",1,1,1 ], "outside the ordinary course of legal proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrajudicial",1,1,2 ], "beyond the jurisdiction or authority of the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extramarital",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of sexual relations) occurring outside marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extramundane",1,1,1 ], "not of the physical world or universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extramural",1,1,1 ], "college, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extramural",1,1,1 ], "connected with but outside the normal courses or programme of a university," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extramural",1,1,2 ], "located beyond the boundaries or walls of a city, castle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraneous",1,1,1 ], "not essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraneous",1,1,2 ], "not pertinent or applicable; irrelevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraneous",1,1,3 ], "coming from without; of external origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraneous",1,1,4 ], "contained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extraneous",1,1,4 ], "not belonging; unrelated to that to which it is added or in which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extranuclear",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring in part of a cell outside the nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraordinary ray",1,1,1 ], "a doubly refracting crystal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extraordinary ray",1,1,1 ], "the plane-polarized ray of light that does not obey the laws of refraction in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraordinary",1,1,1 ], "very unusual, remarkable, or surprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraordinary",1,1,2 ], "not in an established manner, course, or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraordinary",1,1,3 ], "employed for particular events or purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraordinary",1,1,4 ], "(of an official, etc|) additional or subordinate to the usual one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrapolate",1,1,1 ], "known, by the extension of a curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extrapolate",1,1,1 ], "to estimate (a value of a function or measurement) beyond the values already" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrapolate",1,1,2 ], "known facts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extrapolate",1,1,2 ], "to infer (something not known) by using but not strictly deducing from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraposition",1,1,1 ], "placement of something outside something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraposition",1,1,2 ], "a rule that moves embedded clauses out to the end of the main clause," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraposition",1,1,2 ], "converting, for example, A man who will help has just arrived into A man has just arrived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extraposition",1,1,2 ], "who will help" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "extrasensory perception",1,1,1 ], "environment without the use of normal sensory channels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extrasensory perception",1,1,1 ], "the supposed ability of certain individuals to obtain information about the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrasensory",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to extrasensory perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraterrestrial",1,1,1 ], "occurring or existing beyond the earth's atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraterritorial",1,1,1 ], "beyond the limits of a country's territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraterritorial",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or possessing extraterritoriality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraterritoriality",1,1,1 ], "jurisdiction of the state in which they reside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extraterritoriality",1,1,1 ], "the privilege granted to some aliens, esp| diplomats, of being exempt from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extraterritoriality",1,1,2 ], "circumstances beyond the limits of its territory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extraterritoriality",1,1,2 ], "the right or privilege of a state to exercise authority in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrauterine",1,1,1 ], "situated or developing outside the cavity of the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagance",1,1,1 ], "excessive outlay of money; wasteful spending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagance",1,1,2 ], "immoderate or absurd speech or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagant",1,1,1 ], "spending money excessively or immoderately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagant",1,1,2 ], "going beyond usual bounds; unrestrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagant",1,1,3 ], "ostentatious; showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagant",1,1,4 ], "exorbitant in price; overpriced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravaganza",1,1,1 ], "an elaborately staged and costumed light entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravaganza",1,1,2 ], "any lavish or fanciful display, literary or other composition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagate",1,1,1 ], "to exceed normal limits or propriety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravagate",1,1,2 ], "to roam at will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravasate",1,1,1 ], "surrounding tissues from their proper vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extravasate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (blood or lymph) to escape or (of blood or lymph) to escape into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravasate",1,1,2 ], "to exude (molten material, such as lava) or (of molten material) to be exuded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravasate",1,2,1 ], "the material extravasated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravascular",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring outside a lymph or blood vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravehicular",1,1,1 ], "occurring or used outside a spacecraft, either in space or on the surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravehicular",1,1,1 ], "the moon or another planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extraversion",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of extroversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extravert",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of extrovert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme unction",1,1,1 ], "a sacrament in which a person who is seriously ill or dying is anointed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme unction",1,1,1 ], "priest with consecrated oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,1,1 ], "being of a high or of the highest degree or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,1,2 ], "exceeding what is usual or reasonable; immoderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,1,3 ], "very strict, rigid, or severe; drastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,1,4 ], "farthest or outermost in direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a continental climate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,2,1 ], "extremes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,2,1 ], "the highest or furthest degree (often in the phrases in the extreme, go to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,2,2 ], "either of the two limits or ends of a scale or range of possibilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,2,2,1 ], "the first or last term of a series or a proportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,2,2,2 ], "a maximum or minimum value of a function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extreme",1,2,3 ], "the subject or predicate of the conclusion of a syllogism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremely high frequency",1,1,1 ], "a radio frequency between 30,000 and 300,000 megahertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremely",1,1,1 ], "to the extreme; exceedingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremely",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremist",1,1,1 ], "a person who favours or resorts to immoderate, uncompromising, or fanatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremist",1,1,1 ], "methods or behaviour, esp| in being politically radical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extremist",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by immoderate or excessive actions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremist",1,2,1 ], "opinions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extremity",1,1,1 ], "the farthest or outermost point or section; termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremity",1,1,2 ], "the greatest or most intense degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremity",1,1,3 ], "an extreme condition or state, as of adversity or disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremity",1,1,4 ], "a limb, such as a leg, arm, or wing, or the part of such a limb farthest from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extremity",1,1,4 ], "the trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extremity",1,1,5 ], "a drastic or severe measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extricate",1,1,1 ], "to remove or free from complication, hindrance, or difficulty; disentangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extricate",1,1,2 ], "to free (a substance, gas, liquid, etc|) from chemical combination; liberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrinsic",1,1,1 ], "not contained or included within; extraneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrinsic",1,1,2 ], "originating or acting from outside; external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrorse",1,1,1 ], "turned or opening outwards or away from the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extroversion",1,1,1 ], "the directing of one's interest outwards, esp| towards social contacts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extroversion",1,1,2 ], "a turning inside out of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrovert",1,1,1 ], "a person concerned more with external reality than inner feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrovert",1,2,1 ], "of or characterized by extroversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrude",1,1,1 ], "to squeeze or force out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrude",1,2,1 ], "pressure from a suitably shaped nozzle or die" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extrude",1,2,1 ], "to produce (moulded sections of plastic, metal, etc|) by ejection under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrude",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for protrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrusion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of extruding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrusion",1,1,1,1 ], "crust, forming igneous rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "extrusion",1,1,1,1 ], "the movement of magma through volcano craters and cracks in the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrusion",1,1,1,2 ], "any igneous rock formed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrusive",1,1,1 ], "tending to extrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrusive",1,1,2 ], "(of igneous rocks) formed from magma issuing from volcanoes or cracks in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "extrusive",1,1,2 ], "earth's crust; volcanic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ext|",1,1,1 ], "extension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ext|",1,1,2 ], "external(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ext|",1,1,3 ], "extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ext|",1,1,4 ], "extra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ext|",1,1,5 ], "extract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exuberant",1,1,1 ], "abounding in vigour and high spirits; full of vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exuberant",1,1,2 ], "lavish or effusive; excessively elaborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exuberant",1,1,3 ], "growing luxuriantly or in profusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exuberate",1,1,1 ], "to be exuberant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exuberate",1,1,2 ], "to abound or grow in profusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exudation",1,1,1 ], "the act of exuding or oozing out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exudation",1,1,2 ], "an exuded substance, such as sweat or cellular debris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exude",1,1,1 ], "body or sap from trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exude",1,1,1 ], "to release or be released through pores, incisions, etc|, as sweat from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exude",1,2,1 ], "to make apparent by mood or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exult",1,1,1 ], "to be joyful or jubilant, esp| because of triumph or success; rejoice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exult",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by over) to triumph (over); show or take delight in the defeat or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exult",1,1,2 ], "discomfiture (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exultant",1,1,1 ], "elated or jubilant, esp| because of triumph or success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exurbia",1,1,1 ], "(exurbs) that are occupied predominantly by rich commuters (exurbanites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "exurbia",1,1,1 ], "the region outside the suburbs of a city, consisting of residential areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exuviae",1,1,1 ], "layers of skin or cuticle shed by animals during ecdysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "exuviate",1,1,1 ], "to shed (a skin or similar outer covering)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex| lib|",1,1,1 ], "ex libris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,1 ], "examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,10 ], "express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,11 ], "extra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,2 ], "examined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,3 ], "example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,4 ], "except(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,5 ], "exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,6 ], "exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,7 ], "excursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,8 ], "executed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ex|",1,1,9 ], "executive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyas",1,1,1 ], "a nestling hawk or falcon, esp| one reared for training in falconry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye of day",1,1,1 ], "the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye rhyme",1,1,1 ], "a rhyme involving words that are similar in spelling but not in sound, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye rhyme",1,1,1 ], "stone and none" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eye shadow",1,1,1 ], "a coloured cosmetic put around the eyes so as to enhance their colour or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye shadow",1,1,1 ], "shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eye socket",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for orbit ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye splice",1,1,1 ], "an eye formed in a rope by splicing the end into its standing part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 10],"a small loop or hole, as at one end of a needle",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 11],"a small area of low pressure and calm in the centre of a tornado",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 12],"all eyes| Informal| acutely vigilant or observant",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 13],"(all)",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 14],"my eye| Informal| rubbish; nonsense",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 15],"an eye for an eye| retributive or vengeful justice; retaliation",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 16],"contempt",3). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 16],"cut one's eye after, at, or on (someone)|Caribbean| to look rudely at (a",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 16],"person) and then turn one's face away sharply while closing one's eyes: a gesture of",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 17],"get one's eye in| Chiefly sports| to become accustomed to the conditions,",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 17],"light, etc|, with a consequent improvement in one's performance",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 18, 1],"a modicum of perceptiveness",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 18, 2],"continuing unobtrusive observation or awareness",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 18],"half an eye",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 19],"have eyes for| to be interested in",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 1],"light entering the eye and the lens focuses the light onto the retina| Related adjs|:",4). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 1],"ocular, ophthalmic",5). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 1],"that reach the brain| In man and other vertebrates the iris controls the amount of",3). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 1],"the organ of sight of animals, containing light-sensitive cells associated",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 1],"with nerve fibres, so that light entering the eye is converted to nervous impulses",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 20],"in one's mind's eye| pictured within the mind; imagined or remembered",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 20],"vividly",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 21],"in the public eye| exposed to public curiosity or publicity",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 22],"keep an eye open or out (for)| to watch with special attention (for)",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 23],"keep one's eyes skinned| to watch vigilantly",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 24],"lay, clap, or set eyes on| to see",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 25],"at",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 25],"look (someone),in the eye| to look openly and without shame or embarrassment",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 26],"make sheep's eyes (at)|Archaic| to ogle amorously",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 27],"more than meets the eye| hidden motives, meaning, or facts",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 28],"pick the eyes out (of)| Austral| to select the best parts or pieces (of)",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 29],"see eye to eye (with)| to agree (with)",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 2],"the ability to see; sense of vision",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 30],"deliberately",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 30],"shut one's eyes to or turn a blind eye to| to overlook or ignore",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 31],"the eye of the wind| Nautical| the direction from which the wind is blowing",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 32],"up to one's eyes (in)| extremely busy (with)",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 33],"with aeeye| in aemanner",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 34, 1],"regarding; with reference to",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 34, 2],"with the intention or purpose of",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 34],"with or having an eye to",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 35],"with one's eyes open| in the full knowledge of all relevant facts",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 36, 1],"with great ease, esp| as a result of thorough familiarity",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 36, 2],"without being aware of all the facts",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 36],"with one's eyes shut",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 3],"the visible external part of an eye, often including the area around it",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 4],"a look, glance, expression, or gaze",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 5],"(someone),the (glad),eye; make eyes at)",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 5],"a sexually inviting or provocative look (esp| in the phrases give",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 6],"attention or observation (often in the phrases catch someone's eye; keep an",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 6],"eye on; cast an eye over)",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 7],"ability to recognize, judge, or appreciate",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 8],"opinion, judgment, point of view, or authority",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 9],"a structure or marking having the appearance of an eye, such as the bud on a",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 1, 9],"twig or potato tuber or a spot on a butterfly wing",2). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 3, 1],"to look at carefully or warily",1). c_DEF([ "eye" ,1, 3, 2],"to look at in a manner indicating sexual interest; ogle|~",1). c_DEF([ "eye",2,1,1 ], "another word for nye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye-catching",1,1,1 ], "tending to attract attention; striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye-opener",1,1,1 ], "something startling or revealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eye-opener",1,1,2 ], "an alcoholic drink taken early in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeball",1,1,1 ], "the entire ball-shaped part of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeball",1,1,2 ], "eyeball to eyeball| in close confrontation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyebath",1,1,1 ], "a small vessel with a rim shaped to fit round the eye, used for applying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyebath",1,1,1 ], "medicated or cleansing solutions to the eyeball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyeblack",1,1,1 ], "another name for mascara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyebolt",1,1,1 ], "a threaded bolt, the head of which is formed into a ring or eye for lifting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyebolt",1,1,1 ], "pulling, or securing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyebright",1,1,1 ], "any scrophulariaceous annual plant of the genus Euphrasia, esp| E| nemorosa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyebright",1,1,1 ], "eye disorders" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "eyebright",1,1,1 ], "having small white-and-purple two-lipped flowers: formerly used in the treatment of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyebrow",1,1,1 ], "the transverse bony ridge over each eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyebrow",1,1,2 ], "the arch of hair that covers this ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyecup",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for an eyebath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyed",1,1,1,1 ], "having an eye or eyes (as specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyed",1,1,1,2 ], "one-eyed; brown-eyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeful",1,1,1 ], "a view, glance, or gaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeful",1,1,2 ], "a very beautiful or attractive sight, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeglass",1,1,1 ], "a lens for aiding or correcting defective vision, esp| a monocle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeglass",1,1,2 ], "another word for eyepiece or eyebath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyehole",1,1,1 ], "a hole through which something, such as a rope, hook, or bar, is passed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyehole",1,1,2 ], "the cavity that contains the eyeball; eye socket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyehole",1,1,3 ], "another word for peephole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyehook",1,1,1 ], "a hook attached to a ring at the extremity of a rope or chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelash",1,1,1 ], "any one of the short curved hairs that grow from the edge of the eyelids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelash",1,1,2 ], "a row or fringe of these hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,1 ], "a small hole for a lace or cord to be passed through or for a hook to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,1 ], "inserted into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,2 ], "a small metal ring or tube with flared ends bent back, reinforcing an eyehole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,2 ], "in fabric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,3 ], "a chink or small opening, such as a peephole in a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,3,1 ], "a small hole with finely stitched edges, forming part of an ornamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,3,1 ], "pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,3,2 ], "eyelet embroidery| a piece of embroidery decorated with such work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,4 ], "fabric decorated with such work produced by machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,1,5 ], "a small eye or eyelike marking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelet",1,2,1 ], "to supply with an eyelet or eyelets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeleteer",1,1,1 ], "a small bodkin or other pointed tool for making eyelet holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelid",1,1,1 ], "either of the two muscular folds of skin that can be moved to cover the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelid",1,1,1 ], "exposed portion of the eyeball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyelid",1,1,2 ], "a set of movable parts at the rear of a jet engine that redirect the exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyelid",1,1,2 ], "flow to assist braking during landing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyeliner",1,1,1 ], "a cosmetic used to outline the eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyepiece",1,1,1 ], "the lens or combination of lenses in an optical instrument nearest the eye of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyepiece",1,1,1 ], "the observer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyes front",1,1,1 ], "a command to troops to look ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyes front",1,1,2 ], "a demand for attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyes left",1,1,1 ], "a command to troops to look left, esp| as a salute when marching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyes right",1,1,1 ], "a command to troops to look right, esp| as a salute when marching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyes",1,1,1 ], "main deck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyes",1,1,1 ], "the part of the bows of a ship that are furthest forward at the level of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeshade",1,1,1 ], "an opaque or tinted translucent visor, worn on the head like a cap to protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyeshade",1,1,1 ], "the eyes from glare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyeshot",1,1,1 ], "range of vision; view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyesight",1,1,1 ], "the ability to see; faculty of sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyesore",1,1,1 ], "something very ugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyespot",1,1,1 ], "a small area of light-sensitive pigment in some protozoans and algae and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyespot",1,1,1 ], "other simple organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyespot",1,1,2 ], "an eyelike marking, as on the wings of certain butterflies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyestalk",1,1,1 ], "a movable stalk bearing a compound eye at its tip: occurs in crustaceans and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyestalk",1,1,1 ], "some molluscs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyestrain",1,1,1 ], "fatigue or irritation of the eyes, resulting from excessive use, as from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyestrain",1,1,1 ], "prolonged reading of small print, or uncorrected defects of vision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyetooth",1,1,1 ], "either of the two canine teeth in the upper jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyetooth",1,1,2 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyetooth",1,1,2 ], "give one's eyeteeth for| Informal| to go to any lengths to achieve or obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyewash",1,1,1 ], "a mild solution for applying to the eyes for relief of irritation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyewash",1,1,2 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyewitness",1,1,1,1 ], "a person present at an event who can describe what happened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyewitness",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyot",1,1,1 ], "island|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyra",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown variety of the jaguarondi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyre",1,1,1 ], "any of the circuit courts held in each shire from 1176 until the late 13th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyre",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyre",1,1,2 ], "courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyre",1,1,2 ], "justices in eyre| the justices travelling on circuit and presiding over such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyrie",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "eyrie",1,1,1 ], "the nest of an eagle or other bird of prey, built in a high inaccessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyrie",1,1,2 ], "the brood of a bird of prey, esp| an eagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyrie",1,1,3 ], "any high isolated position or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "eyrir",1,1,1 ], "an Icelandic monetary unit worth one hundredth of a krona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e|",1,1,1 ], "engineer(ing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e|e|",1,1,1 ], "errors excepted| g" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e|g|",1,1,1 ], "exempli gratia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e|o|",1,1,1 ], "ex officio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e|o|m|",1,1,1 ], "end of the month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e|p|",1,1,1 ], "en passant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "e|s|u|",1,1,1 ], "electrostatic unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f" ,1, 1, 1],"Fs",1). c_DEF([ "f" ,1, 1, 2],"the sixth letter and fourth consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "f" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a voiceless labio-dental",1). c_DEF([ "f" ,1, 1, 3],"fricative, as in fat",2). c_DEF([ "f",1,1,1 ], "f number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f",1,1,1 ], "forte: an instruction to play loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f",1,1,2 ], "frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f",1,1,3 ], "(in the Netherlands) guilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f",1,1,4 ], "function (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f",1,1,5 ], "femto-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f-number",1,1,1 ], "8 is the f-number and indicates that the focal length of the lens is 8 times the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "f-number",1,1,1 ], "size of the lens aperture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "f-number",1,1,1 ], "the numerical value of the relative aperture| If the relative aperture is f8," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fa",1,1,1 ], "(in the fixed system of solmization) the note F" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fa",1,1,2 ], "(in tonic sol-fa) the fourth degree of any major scale; subdominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fa-la",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in 16th-century songs) a refrain sung to the syllables fa-la-la" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fab",1,2,1 ], "short for fabulous: an expression of approval or enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabaceous",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for leguminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,1,1 ], "a short moral story, esp| one with animals as characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,1,2 ], "a false, fictitious, or improbable account; fiction or lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,1,3 ], "a story or legend about supernatural or mythical characters or events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,1,4 ], "legends or myths collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,1,5 ], "the plot of a play or of an epic or dramatic poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,2,1 ], "to relate or tell (fables)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,3,1 ], "to speak untruthfully; tell lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fable",1,4,1 ], "to talk about or describe in the manner of a fable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabled",1,1,1 ], "made famous in fable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabled",1,1,2 ], "fictitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabliau",1,1,1 ], "13th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fabliau",1,1,1 ], "a comic usually ribald verse tale, of a kind popular in France in the 12th and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabric",1,1,1 ], "any cloth made from yarn or fibres by weaving, knitting, felting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabric",1,1,2 ], "the texture of a cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabric",1,1,3 ], "a structure or framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabric",1,1,4 ], "a style or method of construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabric",1,1,5 ], "a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabric",1,1,6 ], "the texture, arrangement, and orientation of the constituents of a rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabricant",1,1,1 ], "a manufacturer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabricate",1,1,1 ], "to make, build, or construct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabricate",1,1,2 ], "to devise, invent, or concoct (a story, lie, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabricate",1,1,3 ], "to fake or forge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabulist",1,1,1 ], "a person who invents or recounts fables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabulist",1,1,2 ], "a person who lies or falsifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabulous",1,1,1 ], "almost unbelievable; astounding; legendary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabulous",1,1,2 ], "extremely good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fabulous",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or based upon fable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facade",1,1,1 ], "the face of a building, esp| the main front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facade",1,1,2 ], "a front or outer appearance, esp| a deceptive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face card",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for court card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face cloth",1,1,1 ], "a flannel used to wash the face and hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face out",1,1,1 ], "to endure (trouble)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face out",1,1,2 ], "to defy or act boldly in spite of (criticism, blame, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face out",1,1,3 ], "Also (esp| U|S|): face down| to cause to concede by a bold stare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face pack",1,1,1 ], "a cream treatment that cleanses and tones the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face powder",1,1,1 ], "a flesh-tinted cosmetic powder worn to make the face look less shiny, softer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face powder",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face up to",1,1,1 ], "to accept (an unpleasant fact, reality, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face validity",1,1,1 ], "intended to measure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face validity",1,1,1 ], "the extent to which a psychological test appears to measure what it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face value",1,1,1 ], "the value written or stamped on the face of a commercial paper or coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face value",1,1,2 ], "apparent worth or value, as opposed to real worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,1,1 ], "the expression of the countenance; look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,1,1 ], "the front of the head from the forehead to the lower jaw; visage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,1,2 ], "a distorted expression, esp| to indicate disgust; grimace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,10 ], "the uppermost part or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,11 ], "any one of the plane surfaces of a crystal or other solid figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,12 ], "either of the surfaces of a coin, esp| the one that bears the head of a ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,12,1 ], "the printing surface of any type character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,12,2 ], "the style, the design, or sometimes the size of the character on the type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,12,3 ], "the print made from the type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,13 ], "the aft or near side of a propeller blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,14 ], "face to face| in confrontation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,15 ], "fly in the face of| to act in defiance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,16 ], "in one's face| directly opposite or against one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,17 ], "in face of| despite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,18 ], "look in the face| look directly at a person without fear or shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,19 ], "on the face of it| to all appearances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,2 ], "make-up (esp| in the phrase put one's face on|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,20 ], "set one's face against| to oppose with determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,21 ], "show one's face| to make an appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,22 ], "to someone's face| in someone's presence; directly and openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,3 ], "outward appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,4 ], "appearance or pretence (esp| in the phrases put a bold, good, bad, etc|, face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,4 ], "on)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,5 ], "worth in the eyes of others; dignity (esp| in the phrases lose or save face)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,6 ], "impudence or effrontery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,7 ], "the main side of an object, building, etc|, or the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,8 ], "the marked surface of an instrument, esp| the dial of a timepiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,9 ], "the functional or working side of an object, as of a tool or playing card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,9,1 ], "the exposed area of a mine from which coal, ore, etc|, may be mined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by to, towards, or on) to look or be situated or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,2,1 ], "placed (in a specified direction)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,2,2 ], "to be opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,3,1 ], "to meet or be confronted by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,4,1 ], "to provide with a surface of a different material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,4,2 ], "to dress the surface of (stone or other material)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,1 ], "to expose (a card) with the face uppermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,2 ], "to order (a formation) to turn in a certain direction or (of a formation) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,2 ], "turn as required" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,2,1 ], "(of the referee)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,3 ], "restarting play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,3 ], "to drop (the puck) between two opposing players, as when starting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,3,2 ], "to start or restart play in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face",1,5,4 ], "face the music| Informal| to confront the consequences of one's actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face-ache",1,1,1 ], "neuralgia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face-ache",1,1,2 ], "an ugly or miserable-looking person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face-centred",1,1,1 ], "(of a crystal) having a lattice point at the centre of each face of each unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face-centred",1,1,1 ], "cell as well as at the corners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face-harden",1,1,1 ], "temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face-harden",1,1,1 ], "to harden the surface of (steel or iron) by the addition of carbon at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face-lift",1,1,1 ], "cosmetic surgery for tightening sagging skin and smoothing unwanted wrinkles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face-lift",1,1,1 ], "on the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "face-lift",1,1,2 ], "any improvement or renovation, as of a building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "face-off" ,1, 1, 1],"between two opposing players",2). c_DEF([ "face-off" ,1, 1, 1],"the method of starting a game, in which the referee drops the puck, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "face-off" ,1, 2, 1],"to start play by (a face-off)",1). c_DEF([ "face-saving",1,1,1 ], "maintaining dignity or prestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facebar",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler stretches the skin on his opponent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facebar",1,1,1 ], "face backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faceless",1,1,1 ], "without a face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faceless",1,1,2 ], "without identity; anonymous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faceplate",1,1,1 ], "a perforated circular metal plate, attached to the headstock of a lathe, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faceplate",1,1,1 ], "which a workpiece can be mounted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faceplate",1,1,2 ], "a flat rigid plate used to check the the flatness and squareness of the faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faceplate",1,1,2 ], "of a component" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facer",1,1,2 ], "a lathe tool used to turn a face perpendicular to the axis of rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facer",1,1,3 ], "a difficulty or problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facet" ,1, 1, 1],"any of the surfaces of a cut gemstone",1). c_DEF([ "facet" ,1, 1, 2],"an aspect or phase, as of a subject or personality",1). c_DEF([ "facet" ,1, 1, 3],"the raised surface between the flutes of a column",1). c_DEF([ "facet" ,1, 1, 4],"any of the lenses that make up the compound eye of an insect or other",1). c_DEF([ "facet" ,1, 1, 4],"arthropod",2). c_DEF([ "facet" ,1, 1, 5],"any small smooth area on a hard surface, as on a bone",1). c_DEF([ "facet" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to cut facets in (a gemstone)",1). c_DEF([ "facetiae",1,1,1 ], "humorous or witty sayings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facetiae",1,1,2 ], "obscene or coarsely witty books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facetious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by levity of attitude and love of joking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facetious",1,1,2 ], "jocular or amusing, esp| at inappropriate times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fascia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facial angle",1,1,1 ], "forehead: often used in comparative anthropology" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "facial angle",1,1,1 ], "the angle formed between a line from the base of the nose to the opening of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facial angle",1,1,1 ], "the ear and a line from the base of the nose to the most prominent part of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facial index",1,1,1 ], "100: often used in comparative anthropology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facial index",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the length of the face to the width of the face multiplied by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facial nerve",1,1,1 ], "expression, glands of the palate and nose, and the taste buds in the anterior two-thirds of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facial nerve",1,1,1 ], "the seventh cranial nerve, supplying the muscles controlling facial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facial nerve",1,1,1 ], "the tongue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "facial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facial",1,2,1 ], "a beauty treatment for the face, involving cleansing, massage, and cosmetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facial",1,2,1 ], "packs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facies",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facies",1,1,1 ], "the general form and appearance of an individual or a group of plants or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facies",1,1,2 ], "composition, and conditions of formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facies",1,1,2 ], "the characteristics of a rock or series of rocks reflecting their appearance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facies",1,1,3 ], "disease or disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facies",1,1,3 ], "the general facial expression of a patient, esp| when typical of a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facile princeps",1,1,1 ], "an obvious leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facile",1,1,1 ], "easy to perform or achieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facile",1,1,2 ], "working or moving easily or smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facile",1,1,3 ], "without depth; superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facile",1,1,4 ], "relaxed in manner; easygoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facilitate",1,1,1 ], "to make easier assist the progress of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facilitation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of facilitating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facilitation",1,1,2 ], "prior excitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facilitation",1,1,2 ], "the increased ease of transmission of impulses in a nerve fibre, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facility",1,1,1 ], "ease of action or performance; freedom from difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facility",1,1,2 ], "ready skill or ease deriving from practice or familiarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facility",1,1,3 ], "the means or equipment facilitating the performance of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facility",1,1,4 ], "easy-going disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facility",1,1,5 ], "an organization or building offering supporting capability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facility",1,1,6 ], "a euphemistic word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facing",1,1,1 ], "a piece of material used esp| to conceal the seam of a garment and prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facing",1,1,1 ], "fraying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facing",1,1,2 ], "a piece of additional cloth, esp| in a different colour, the collar, cuffs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facing",1,1,2 ], "etc|, of the jacket of a military uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facing",1,1,3 ], "an outer layer or coat of material applied to the surface of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facsimile" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"an exact copy or reproduction",1). c_DEF([ "facsimile" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "facsimile" ,1, 1, 2],"a telegraphic system in which a written, printed, or pictorial document is",1). c_DEF([ "facsimile" ,1, 1, 2],"photographically after reception",3). c_DEF([ "facsimile" ,1, 1, 2],"scanned photoelectrically, the resulting signals being transmitted and reproduced",2). c_DEF([ "facsimile" ,1, 1, 3],"an image produced by this means",1). c_DEF([ "facsimile" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to make an exact copy of",1). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,1 ], "an event or thing known to have happened or existed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,2 ], "a truth verifiable from experience or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,3 ], "a piece of information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,4 ], "an actual event, happening, etc|, as distinguished from its legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,4 ], "consequences|Questions of fact are decided by the jury, questions of law by the court or judge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,5 ], "after the fact| Criminal law| after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,6 ], "(or before) the commission of the offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,7 ], "as a matter of fact, in fact, in point of fact| in reality or actuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,8 ], "fact of life| an inescapable truth, esp| an unpleasant one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fact",1,1,9 ], "the fact of the matter| the truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factice",1,1,1 ], "a soft rubbery material made by reacting sulphur or sulphur chloride with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factice",1,1,1 ], "vegetable oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faction",1,1,1 ], "a group of people forming a minority within a larger body, esp| a dissentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faction",1,1,1 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faction",1,1,2 ], "strife or dissension within a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factious",1,1,1 ], "given to, producing, or characterized by faction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factitious",1,1,1 ], "artificial rather than natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factitious",1,1,2 ], "not genuine; sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factitive",1,1,1 ], "denoting a verb taking a direct object as well as a noun in apposition, as for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factitive",1,1,1 ], "example elect in They elected John president, where John is the direct object and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factitive",1,1,1 ], "president is the complement" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "factor analysis",1,1,1 ], "any of several techniques for deriving from a number of given variables a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor analysis",1,1,1 ], "smaller number of different, more useful, variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factor cost",1,1,1 ], "(in social accounting) valuation of goods and services at their overall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor cost",1,1,1 ], "commercial cost, including markups but excluding indirect taxes and subsidies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factor of production",1,1,1 ], "a resource or input entering the production of wealth, such as land, labour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor of production",1,1,1 ], "capital, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factor of safety",1,1,1 ], "maximum stress when in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factor of safety",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the breaking stress of a material or structure to the calculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,1 ], "an element or cause that contributes to a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,1,1 ], "one of two or more integers or polynomials whose product is a given integer or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,1,1 ], "polynomial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,1,2 ], "an integer or polynomial that can be exactly divided into another integer or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,1,2 ], "polynomial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,2 ], "a person who acts on another's behalf, esp| one who transacts business for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,2 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,3 ], "a business that makes loans in return for or on security of trade debts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,4 ], "former name for a gene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,5 ], "a person to whom goods are consigned for sale and who is paid a factorage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,1,6 ], "(in Scotland) the manager of an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factor",1,2,1 ], "to engage in the business of a factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factorage",1,1,1 ], "the commission payable to a factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factorial",1,1,1 ], "integer| Factorial zero is assigned the value of one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factorial",1,1,1 ], "the product of all the positive integers from one up to and including a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factorial",1,2,1 ], "of or involving factorials or factors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factoring",1,1,1 ], "the business of a factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factorize",1,1,1 ], "to resolve (an integer or polynomial) into factors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factory farm",1,1,1 ], "a farm in which animals are bred and fattened using modern industrial methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factory ship",1,1,1 ], "a vessel that processes whale carcasses supplied by a whale catcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factory",1,1,1,1 ], "a building or group of buildings containing a plant assembly for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factory",1,1,1,1 ], "manufacture of goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "factory",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factory",1,1,2 ], "a trading station maintained by factors in a foreign country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factotum",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to do all kinds of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facts and figures",1,1,1 ], "details; precise information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facts of life",1,1,1 ], "the details of sexual behaviour and reproduction, esp| as told to children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factual",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "factual",1,1,2 ], "of the nature of fact; real; actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facture",1,1,1 ], "construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facture",1,1,2 ], "workmanship; quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facula",1,1,1 ], "any of the bright areas on the sun's surface, usually appearing just before a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facula",1,1,1 ], "sunspot and subject to the same 11-year cycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "facultative",1,1,1 ], "empowering but not compelling the doing of an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facultative",1,1,2 ], "that may or may not occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facultative",1,1,3 ], "able to exist under more than one set of environmental conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "facultative",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a faculty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,1 ], "one of the inherent powers of the mind or body, such as reason, memory, sight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,1 ], "or hearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,2 ], "any ability or power, whether acquired or inherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,3 ], "a conferred power or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,3,1 ], "a department within a university or college devoted to a particular branch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,3,1 ], "knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,3,2 ], "the staff of such a department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,3,3 ], "Chiefly U|S| all administrative and teaching staff at a university, college," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,3,3 ], "school, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,4 ], "all members of a learned profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faculty",1,1,5 ], "occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fac|",1,1,1 ], "facsimile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fac|",1,1,2 ], "factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fac|",1,1,3 ], "factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fad",1,1,1 ], "an intense but short-lived fashion; craze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fad",1,1,2 ], "a personal idiosyncrasy or whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,1,1 ], "to lose or cause to lose brightness, colour, or clarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,2,1 ], "to lose freshness, vigour, or youth; wither" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,3,1 ], "to vanish slowly; die out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,3,2 ], "film sequence) or (of a television programme, etc|) to decrease in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,3,2 ], "to decrease the brightness or volume of (a television or radio programme or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,4,1 ], "(of the brakes of a vehicle) to lose power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,4,2 ], "to cause (a golf ball) to veer from a straight line or (of a golf ball) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,4,2 ], "veer from a straight flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fade",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of fading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fade-in" ,1, 1, 1],"an optical effect in which a shot appears gradually out of darkness",1). c_DEF([ "fade-in" ,1, 1, 2],"a gradual increase in the volume in a radio or television broadcast",1). c_DEF([ "fade-in" ,1, 2, 1],"(adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "fade-in" ,1, 2, 2],"Also: fade up",1). c_DEF([ "fade-in" ,1, 2, 3],"broadcast",2). c_DEF([ "fade-in" ,1, 2, 3],"to increase or cause to increase gradually, as vision or sound in a film or",1). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 1, 1],"an optical effect in which a shot slowly disappears into darkness",1). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 1, 2],"a gradual reduction in signal strength in a radio or television broadcast",1). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 1, 3],"a gradual and temporary loss of a received radio or television signal due to",1). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 1, 3],"atmospheric disturbances, magnetic storms, etc",2). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 1, 4],"a slow or gradual disappearance",1). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 2, 1],"(adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 2, 2],"broadcast",2). c_DEF([ "fade-out" ,1, 2, 2],"to decrease or cause to decrease gradually, as vision or sound in a film or",1). c_DEF([ "fadeless",1,1,1 ], "not subject to fading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fadge",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fadge",1,1,2 ], "to agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fadge",1,1,3 ], "to succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fading",1,1,1 ], "a variation in the strength of received radio signals due to variations in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fading",1,1,1 ], "conditions of the transmission medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fado",1,1,1 ], "a type of melancholy Portuguese folk song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faecal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faeces",1,1,1 ], "bodily waste matter derived from ingested food and the secretions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faeces",1,1,1 ], "intestines and discharged through the anus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faena",1,1,1 ], "the matador's final series of passes with sword and cape before the kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faence",1,1,1,1 ], "Scandinavian origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faence",1,1,1,1 ], "tin-glazed earthenware, usually that of French, German, Italian, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faence",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faerie",1,1,1 ], "the land of fairies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faerie",1,1,2 ], "enchantment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faerie",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of fairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faff",1,1,1 ], "to dither or fuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fag end",1,1,1 ], "the last and worst part, esp| when it is of little use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fag end",1,1,2 ], "the stub of a cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fag" ,1, 1, 1],"a boring or wearisome task",1). c_DEF([ "fag" ,1, 1, 2],"(esp| formerly) a young public school boy who performs menial chores for an",1). c_DEF([ "fag" ,1, 1, 2],"older boy or prefect",2). c_DEF([ "fag" ,1, 2, 1],"(when tr|, often foll| by out) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "fag" ,1, 2, 2],"to become or cause to become exhausted by hard toil or work",1). c_DEF([ "fag" ,1, 2, 3],"(usually intr|) Brit",1). c_DEF([ "fag" ,1, 2, 4],"to do or cause to do menial chores in a public school",1). c_DEF([ "fag",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fag",2,1,2 ], "a fag end, as of cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fag",3,1,1 ], "short for faggot ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fagaceous",1,1,1 ], "beech, oak, and chestnut, whose fruit is partly or wholly enclosed in a husk (cupule)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fagaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Fagaceae, a family of trees, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,1,1 ], "a bundle of sticks or twigs, esp| when bound together and used as fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,1,2 ], "a bundle of iron bars, esp| a box formed by four pieces of wrought iron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,1,2 ], "filled with scrap to be forged into wrought iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,1,3 ], "a ball of chopped meat, usually pork liver, bound with herbs and bread and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,1,3 ], "eaten fried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,1,4 ], "a bundle of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,2,1 ], "to collect into a bundle or bundles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",1,2,2 ], "to do faggoting on (a garment, piece of cloth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggot",2,1,1 ], "a male homosexual| Often shortened to fag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggoting",1,1,1 ], "decorative needlework done by tying vertical threads together in bundles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faggoting",1,1,2 ], "a decorative way of joining two hems by crisscross stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fahlband",1,1,1 ], "a thin bed of schistose rock impregnated with metallic sulphides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,1,1 ], "to be unsuccessful in an attempt (at something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,2,1 ], "to stop operating or working properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,2,2 ], "for success in (a course, examination, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,2,2 ], "to judge or be judged as being below the officially accepted standard required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,3,1 ], "to prove disappointing, undependable, or useless to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,4,1 ], "to neglect or be unable (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,5,1 ], "to prove partly or completely insufficient in quantity, duration, or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,6,1 ], "to weaken; fade away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,7,1 ], "to go bankrupt or become insolvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,8,1 ], "a failure to attain the required standard, as in an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail",1,8,2 ], "without fail| definitely; with certainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail-safe",1,1,1 ], "able to return to a safe condition in the event of a failure or malfunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail-safe",1,1,2 ], "(of a nuclear weapon) capable of being deactivated in the event of failure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fail-safe",1,1,2 ], "accident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "failing",1,1,1 ], "a weak point; flaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failing",1,2,1 ], "in default of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faille",1,1,1 ], "a soft light ribbed fabric of silk, rayon, or taffeta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of failing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is unsuccessful or disappointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,3 ], "nonperformance of something required or expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,4 ], "cessation of normal operation; breakdown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,5 ], "an insufficiency or shortage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,6 ], "a decline or loss, as in health or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,7 ], "course, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,7 ], "the fact of not reaching the required standard in an examination, test," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "failure",1,1,8 ], "the act or process of becoming bankrupt or the state of being bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fain",1,1,1 ], "(usually with would)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fain",1,1,2 ], "willingly; gladly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fain",1,2,1,1 ], "willing or eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fain",1,2,1,2 ], "compelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fainant",1,1,1 ], "a lazy person; idler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fainant",1,2,1 ], "indolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,1,1 ], "lacking clarity, brightness, volume, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,1,2 ], "lacking conviction or force; weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,1,3 ], "feeling dizzy or weak as if about to lose consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,1,4 ], "without boldness or courage; timid (esp| in the combination faint-hearted)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,2,1 ], "to lose consciousness, esp| momentarily, as through weakness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,2,2 ], "to fail or become weak, esp| in hope or courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,3,1 ], "a sudden spontaneous loss of consciousness, usually momentary, caused by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faint",1,3,1 ], "insufficient supply of blood to the brain| Technical name: syncope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faints",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of feints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair copy",1,1,1 ], "a clean copy of a document on which all corrections have been made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair game",1,1,1 ], "a legitimate object for ridicule or attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair game",1,1,2 ], "quarry that may legitimately be pursued according to the rules of a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair game",1,1,2 ], "sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fair play",1,1,1 ], "an established standard of decency, honesty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair play",1,1,2 ], "abidance by this standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair sex",1,1,1 ], "women collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,1 ], "free from discrimination, dishonesty, etc|; just; impartial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,10 ], "pleasant or courteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,11 ], "apparently good or valuable, but really false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,12 ], "open or unobstructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,13 ], "(of handwriting, etc|) clear and legible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,14 ], "fair and square| in a correct or just way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,15 ], "fair enough!an expression of agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,16 ], "fair to middling| about average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,17 ], "fair go| Austral| fair treatment or a fair chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,2 ], "in conformity with rules or standards; legitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,3 ], "(of the hair or complexion) light in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,4 ], "beautiful or lovely to look at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,5 ], "moderately or quite good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,6 ], "unblemished; untainted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,7 ], "(of the tide or wind) favourable to the passage of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,8 ], "sunny, fine, or cloudless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,1,9 ], "thorough; real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,2,1 ], "in a fair way; correctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,2,2 ], "absolutely or squarely; quite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,2,3 ], "really or very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,3,1 ], "(of the weather) to become fine and mild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",1,4,1 ], "a person or thing that is beautiful or valuable, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",2,1,1 ], "a travelling entertainment with sideshows, rides, etc|, esp| one that visits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",2,1,1 ], "places at the same time each year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fair",2,1,2 ], "a gathering of producers of and dealers in a given class of products to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",2,1,2 ], "facilitate business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fair",2,1,3 ], "an event including sale of goods and amusements, esp| for a charity; bazaar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair",2,1,4 ], "a regular assembly at a specific place for the sale of goods, esp| livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair-haired boy",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for blue-eyed boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair-minded",1,1,1 ], "just or impartial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair-spoken",1,1,1 ], "civil, courteous, or elegant in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair-weather",1,1,1 ], "suitable for use in fair weather only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair-weather",1,1,2 ], "not reliable or present in situations of hardship or difficulty (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fair-weather",1,1,2 ], "phrase fair-weather friend)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairbanks" ,2, 1, 1],"1883-1939, U|S| film actor",1). c_DEF([ "fairbanks" ,2, 1, 2],"Douglas, Jnr",1). c_DEF([ "fairbanks" ,2, 1, 3],"born 1909, U|S| film actor, son of Douglas Fairbanks",1). c_DEF([ "fairground",1,1,1 ], "an open space used for a fair or exhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairing",1,1,1 ], "an external metal structure fitted around parts of an aircraft, car, vessel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairing",1,1,1 ], "etc|, to reduced drag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairing",2,1,1 ], "a present, esp| from a fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairing",2,1,2 ], "a sweet circular biscuit made with butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairish",1,1,1 ], "moderately good, well, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairish",1,1,2 ], "(of the hair, complexion, etc|) moderately light in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairlead",1,1,1 ], "a block or ring through which a line is rove to keep it clear of obstructions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairlead",1,1,1 ], "prevent chafing, or maintain it at an angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairly",1,1,1 ], "moderately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairly",1,1,2 ], "as deserved; justly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairly",1,1,3 ], "positively; absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairly",1,1,4 ], "clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairly",1,1,5 ], "courteously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairway",1,1,2 ], "(on a golf course) the areas of shorter grass between the tees and greens," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairway",1,1,2 ], "esp| the avenue approaching a green bordered by rough" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairway",1,1,2,1 ], "the navigable part of a river, harbour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairway",1,1,2,2 ], "the customary course followed by vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy cycle",1,1,1 ], "a child's bicycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy godmother",1,1,1 ], "a character in certain fairy stories who brings unexpected benefits to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy godmother",1,1,1 ], "hero or heroine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairy godmother",1,1,2 ], "any benefactress, esp| an unknown one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy penguin",1,1,1 ], "Australian coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairy penguin",1,1,1 ], "a small penguin, Eudyptula minor, with a bluish head and back, found on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy ring",1,1,1 ], "a ring of dark luxuriant vegetation in grassy ground corresponding to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy ring",1,1,1 ], "mushrooms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fairy ring",1,1,1 ], "outer edge of an underground fungal mycelium: seasonally marked by a ring of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairy shrimp",1,1,1 ], "Artemia, etc|, having a transparent body with many appendages and habitually swimming on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairy shrimp",1,1,1 ], "any small freshwater branchiopod crustacean of the genera Chirocephalus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy shrimp",1,1,1 ], "its back: order Anostraca" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fairy swallow",1,1,1 ], "a variety of domestic fancy pigeon having blue-and-white plumage and heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy swallow",1,1,1 ], "muffed feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairy tale",1,1,1 ], "a story about fairies or other mythical or magical beings, esp| one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy tale",1,1,1 ], "traditional origin told to children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairy tale",1,1,2 ], "a highly improbable account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary supernatural being, usually represented in diminutive human form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy",1,1,1 ], "and characterized as clever, playful, and having magical powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fairy",1,1,2 ], "a male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a fairy or fairies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairy",1,2,2 ], "resembling a fairy or fairies, esp| in being enchanted or delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairyfloss",1,1,1 ], "the Australian word for candyfloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairyland",1,1,1 ], "the imaginary domain of the fairies; an enchanted or wonderful place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fairyland",1,1,2 ], "a fantasy world, esp| one resulting from a person's wild imaginings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fait accompli",1,1,1 ], "something already done and beyond alteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faites vos jeux",1,1,1 ], "gambling games)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faites vos jeux",1,1,1 ], "place your bets!(a phrase used by croupiers in roulette and other casino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,1 ], "strong or unshakeable belief in something, esp| without proof or evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,10 ], "ailments by means of religious faith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,10 ], "using, concerned with, or relating to the supposed ability to cure bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,2 ], "a specific system of religious beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,3 ], "trust in God and in his actions and promises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,4 ], "a conviction of the truth of certain doctrines of religion, esp| when this is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,4 ], "not based on reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,5 ], "complete confidence or trust in a person, remedy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,6 ], "any set of firmly held principles or beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,7 ], "allegiance or loyalty, as to a person or cause (esp| in the phrases keep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,7 ], "faith, break faith)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,8 ], "bad faith| insincerity or dishonesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,9 ], "good faith| honesty or sincerity, as of intention in business (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,1,9 ], "phrase in good faith)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faith",1,2,1 ], "indeed; really (also in the phrases by my faith, in faith)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,1,1 ], "having faith; remaining true, constant, or loyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,1,2 ], "maintaining sexual loyalty to one's lover or spouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,1,3 ], "consistently reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,1,4 ], "reliable or truthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,1,5 ], "accurate in detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,2,1 ], "the faithful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,2,1,1 ], "the believers in and loyal adherents of a religious faith, esp| Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithful",1,2,1,2 ], "any group of loyal and steadfast followers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithless",1,1,1 ], "unreliable or treacherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithless",1,1,2 ], "dishonest or disloyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithless",1,1,3 ], "having no faith or trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faithless",1,1,4 ], "lacking faith, esp| religious faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faitour",1,1,1 ], "an imposter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fake",1,1,1 ], "desirable, or real by fraud or pretence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fake",1,1,1 ], "to cause (something inferior or not genuine) to appear more valuable," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fake",1,1,2 ], "to pretend to have (an illness, emotion, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fake",1,1,3 ], "to improvise (music, stage dialogue, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fake",1,2,1 ], "an object, person, or act that is not genuine; sham, counterfeit, or forgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fake",1,3,1 ], "not genuine; spurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fake",2,1,1 ], "to coil (a rope) on deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fake",2,2,1 ], "one round of a coil of rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fakir",1,1,1 ], "a member of any religious order of Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fakir",1,1,2 ], "a Hindu ascetic mendicant or holy man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falbala",1,1,1 ], "a gathered flounce, frill, or ruffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falcate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a sickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falchion",1,1,1 ], "a short and slightly curved medieval sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falchion",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falcon",1,1,1 ], "(gyrfalcon, peregrine falcon, etc|), typically having pointed wings and a long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falcon",1,1,1 ], "any diurnal bird of prey of the family Falconidae, esp| any of the genus Falco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falcon",1,1,1,1 ], "any of these or related birds, trained to hunt small game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falcon",1,1,1,2 ], "the female of such a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falcon",1,1,2 ], "a light-medium cannon used from the 15th to 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falcon-gentle",1,1,1 ], "a female falcon, esp| a female peregrine falcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconer",1,1,1 ], "a person who breeds or trains hawks or who follows the sport of falconry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconet",1,1,1 ], "any of various small falcons, esp| any of the Asiatic genus Microhierax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconet",1,1,2 ], "a small light cannon used from the 15th to 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconiform",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Falconiformes, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconiform",1,1,1 ], "vultures, hawks, eagles, buzzards, and falcons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falconine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a falcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconine",1,1,2 ], "falcons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falconine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Falconidae, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconry",1,1,1 ], "or to hunt quarry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falconry",1,1,1 ], "the art of keeping falcons and training them to return from flight to a lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falconry",1,1,2 ], "hunt quarry under his direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falconry",1,1,2 ], "the sport of causing falcons to return from flight to their trainer and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faldstool",1,1,1 ], "a backless seat, sometimes capable of being folded, used by bishops and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faldstool",1,1,1 ], "certain other prelates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fall about",1,1,1 ], "to behave in an uncontrolled manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall among",1,1,1 ], "to enter the company of (a group of people), esp| by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall away",1,1,1 ], "(of friendship, etc|) to be withdrawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall away",1,1,2 ], "to slope down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall back" ,1, 1, 1],"to recede or retreat",1). c_DEF([ "fall back" ,1, 1, 2],"(foll| by on or upon) to have recourse (to)",1). c_DEF([ "fall behind",1,1,1 ], "to drop back; fail to keep up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall behind",1,1,2 ], "to be in arrears, as with a payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall down",1,1,1 ], "to drop suddenly or collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall down",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall down",1,1,3 ], "to prove unsuccessful; fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall for",1,1,1 ], "to become infatuated with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall for",1,1,2 ], "to allow oneself to be deceived by (a lie, trick, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall guy",1,1,1 ], "a person who is the victim of a confidence trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,1 ], "to collapse; no longer act as a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,2 ], "to adopt a military formation, esp| as a soldier taking his place in a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,3 ], "(of a lease) to expire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,4 ], "(of land) to come into the owner's possession on the expiry of the lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,5,1 ], "to meet and join" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,5,2 ], "to agree with or support a person, suggestion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall in",1,1,6 ], "to make a mistake or come to grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall line",1,1,1 ], "the natural downward course between two points on a slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall line",1,1,2 ], "the edge of a plateau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall off",1,1,1 ], "esp| after losing one's balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fall off",1,1,1 ], "to drop unintentionally to the ground from (a high object, bicycle, etc|)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall off",1,1,2 ], "to diminish in size, intensity, etc|; decline or weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall off",1,1,3 ], "to allow or cause a vessel to sail downwind of her former heading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall on",1,1,1 ], "to attack or snatch (an army, booty, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall on",1,1,2 ], "fall flat on one's face| to fail, esp| in a ridiculous or humiliating manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall on",1,1,3 ], "fall on one's feet| to emerge unexpectedly well from a difficult situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall over",1,1,1 ], "to lose one's balance and collapse to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall over",1,1,2 ], "to fall from an upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall over",1,1,3 ], "fall over oneself| to do everything within one's power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall through",1,1,1 ], "to miscarry or fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall to",1,1,1 ], "to begin some activity, as eating, working, or fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall to",1,1,2 ], "to devolve on (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall to",1,1,3 ], "fall to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall to",1,1,4 ], "(of a plan, theory, etc|) to be rendered invalid, esp| because of lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall to",1,1,4 ], "necessary information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to descend by the force of gravity from a higher to a lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,10 ], "to diminish in status, estimation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,11 ], "to yield to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,12 ], "to lose power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,13 ], "to pass into or take on a specified condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,14 ], "to adopt a despondent expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,15 ], "to be averted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,16 ], "to come by chance or presumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,17 ], "to occur; take place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,18 ], "(of payments) to be due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,19 ], "to be directed to a specific point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,2 ], "to drop suddenly from an erect position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,20 ], "(foll| by back, behind, etc|) to move in a specified direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,21 ], "to occur at a specified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,22 ], "(foll| by to) to return (to); be inherited (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,23 ], "(often foll| by into, under, etc|) to be classified or included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,24 ], "to issue forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,25 ], "(of animals, esp| lambs) to be born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,26 ], "to become pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,3 ], "to collapse to the ground, esp| in pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,4 ], "to become less or lower in number, quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,5 ], "to become lower in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,6 ], "to extend downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,7 ], "to be badly wounded or killed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,8 ], "to slope in a downward direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,1,9 ], "to yield to temptation or sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,1 ], "and dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,2 ], "to fell (trees)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,3 ], "(of a batsman''s wicket) to be taken by the bowling side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,4 ], "to begin to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,5 ], "fall flat| to fail to achieve a desired effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,6 ], "fall foul of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,6,1 ], "Nautical| to come into collision with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,6,2 ], "to come into conflict with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,7 ], "fall short of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,7,1 ], "to prove inadequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,2,7,2 ], "(often foll| by of) to fail to reach or measure up to (a standard)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,1 ], "an act or instance of falling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,10 ], "a capture or overthrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,11 ], "a long false hairpiece; switch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,12 ], "a piece of loosely hanging material, such as a veil on a hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,13 ], "the end of a tackle to which power is applied to hoist it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,14 ], "one of the lines of a davit for holding, lowering, or raising a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,15 ], "a scoring move, pinning both shoulders of one's opponent to the floor for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,15 ], "specified period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,15,1 ], "another word for deadfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,15,1 ], "the birth of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,15,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,15,2 ], "the animals produced at a single birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,2 ], "something that falls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,3 ], "autumn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,4 ], "the distance that something falls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,5 ], "a sudden drop from an upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,5,1 ], "a waterfall or cataract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,5,2 ], "Niagara Falls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,6 ], "a downward slope or decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,7 ], "a decrease in value, number, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,8 ], "a decline in status or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fall",1,3,9 ], "a moral lapse or failing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallacious",1,1,1 ], "containing or involving a fallacy; illogical; erroneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallacious",1,1,2 ], "tending to mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallacious",1,1,3 ], "delusive or disappointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallacy",1,1,1 ], "an incorrect or misleading notion or opinion based on inaccurate facts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallacy",1,1,1 ], "invalid reasoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fallacy",1,1,2 ], "unsound or invalid reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallacy",1,1,3 ], "the tendency to mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallacy",1,1,4 ], "an error in reasoning that renders an argument logically invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallal",1,1,1 ], "a showy ornament, trinket, or article of dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallen arch",1,1,1 ], "collapse of the arch formed by the instep of the foot, resulting in flat feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallen",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallen",1,2,1 ], "having sunk in reputation or honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallen",1,2,2 ], "killed in battle with glory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallen",1,2,3 ], "defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faller",1,1,1 ], "any device that falls or operates machinery by falling, as in a spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faller",1,1,1 ], "machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faller",1,1,2 ], "one that falls, esp| a horse that falls at a fence in a steeplechase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faller",1,1,3 ], "a person who fells trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallfish",1,1,1 ], "a large North American freshwater cyprinid fish, Semotilus corporalis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallfish",1,1,1 ], "resembling the chub" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fallible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being mistaken; erring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallible",1,1,2 ], "liable to mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falling band",1,1,1 ], "a man's large flat collar, often lace-trimmed, worn during the 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falling sickness",1,1,1 ], "a former name (nontechnical) for epilepsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falling star",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for meteor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallout" ,1, 1, 1],"radioactive material following a nuclear explosion",2). c_DEF([ "fallout" ,1, 1, 1],"the descent of solid material in the atmosphere onto the earth, esp| of",1). c_DEF([ "fallout" ,1, 1, 2],"any solid particles that so descend",1). c_DEF([ "fallout" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|, adv|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "fallout" ,1, 2, 2],"to quarrel or disagree",1). c_DEF([ "fallout" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) to happen or occur",1). c_DEF([ "fallout" ,1, 2, 4],"to leave a parade or disciplinary formation",1). c_DEF([ "fallow deer",1,1,1 ], "either of two deer, Dama dama or D| mesopotamica, native to the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallow deer",1,1,1 ], "reddish with white spots" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fallow deer",1,1,1 ], "region and Persia respectively| The antlers are flattened and the summer coat is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fallow",1,1,1 ], "(of land) left unseeded after being ploughed and harrowed to regain fertility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallow",1,1,1 ], "for a crop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fallow",1,1,2 ], "(of an idea, state of mind, etc|) undeveloped or inactive, but potentially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallow",1,1,2 ], "useful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fallow",1,2,1 ], "land treated in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallow",1,3,1 ], "to leave (land) unseeded after ploughing and harrowing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fallow",2,1,1 ], "of a light yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false bedding",1,1,1 ], "another name for cross bedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false cirrus",1,1,1 ], "a type of thick cirrus cloud spreading from the top of a cumulonimbus cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false colours",1,1,1 ], "a flag to which one is not entitled, flown esp| in order to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false colours",1,1,2 ], "an assumed or misleading name or guise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false dawn",1,1,1 ], "zodiacal light appearing just before sunrise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false fruit",1,1,1 ], "another name for pseudocarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false imprisonment",1,1,1 ], "the restraint of a person's liberty without lawful authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false keel",1,1,1 ], "an extension to the keel of a vessel either for protecting the keel from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false keel",1,1,1 ], "damage or for reducing leeway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "false position",1,1,1 ], "a situation in which a person is forced to act or seems to be acting against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false position",1,1,1 ], "his principles or interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "false pretences",1,1,1 ], "a former name for deception (see obtaining by deception)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false pretences",1,1,2 ], "a similar misrepresentation used to obtain anything, such as trust or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false pretences",1,1,2 ], "affection (esp| in the phrase under false pretences)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "false relation",1,1,1 ], "a harmonic clash that occurs when a note in one part sounds simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false relation",1,1,1 ], "flattened) equivalent appearing in another part" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "false relation",1,1,1 ], "with or immediately before or after its chromatically altered (sharpened or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "false ribs",1,1,1 ], "any of the lower five pairs of ribs in man, attached behind to the thoracic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false ribs",1,1,1 ], "vertebrae but in front not attached directly to the breastbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "false step",1,1,1 ], "an unwise action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false step",1,1,2 ], "a stumble; slip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false teeth",1,1,1 ], "a denture, esp| a removable complete set of artificial teeth for one or both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false teeth",1,1,1 ], "jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "false vampire",1,1,1 ], "SE Asia, and Australia| They eat insects and small vertebrates but do not feed on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "false vampire",1,1,1 ], "any large insectivorous bat of of the family Megadermatidae, of Africa, S and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false vampire",1,1,1 ], "blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,1 ], "not in accordance with the truth or facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,10 ], "out of tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,10,2 ], "(of the interval of a perfect fourth or fifth) decreased by a semitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,10,3 ], "(of a cadence) interrupted or imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,2 ], "irregular or invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,3 ], "untruthful or lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,4 ], "not genuine, real, or natural; artificial; fake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,5 ], "being or intended to be misleading or deceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,6 ], "disloyal or treacherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,7 ], "based on mistaken or irrelevant ideas or facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,8 ], "(esp| of plants) superficially resembling the species specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,9 ], "serving to supplement or replace, often temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,1,9,1 ], "(of a note, interval, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false",1,2,1 ], "in a false or dishonest manner (esp| in the phrase play false)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "false-card",1,1,1 ], "to play a misleading card, esp| a high loser, in order to deceive an opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsehood",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being untrue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsehood",1,1,2 ], "an untrue statement; lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsehood",1,1,3 ], "the act of deceiving or lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsetto",1,1,1 ], "a form of vocal production used by male singers to extend their range upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsetto",1,1,1 ], "beyond its natural compass by limiting the vibration of the vocal cords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falsework",1,1,1 ], "a framework supporting something under construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsies",1,1,1 ], "pads of soft material, such as foam rubber, worn to exaggerate the size of or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsies",1,1,1 ], "simulate the appearance of a woman's breasts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falsify",1,1,1 ], "alteration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falsify",1,1,1 ], "to make (a report, evidence, accounts, etc|) false or inaccurate by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsify",1,1,2 ], "misrepresent; distort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falsify",1,1,2 ], "to render (the truth or facts) false or inaccurate in order to deceive;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsify",1,2,1 ], "to prove false; disprove or disappoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being false or untrue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falsity",1,1,2 ], "something false; a lie or deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faltboat",1,1,1 ], "a collapsible boat made of waterproof material stretched over a light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faltboat",1,1,1 ], "framework" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "falter",1,1,1 ], "to be hesitant, weak, or unsure; waver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falter",1,2,1 ], "to move unsteadily or hesitantly; stumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falter",1,2,2 ], "to utter haltingly or hesitantly; stammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falter",1,3,1 ], "uncertainty or hesitancy in speech or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "falter",1,3,2 ], "a quavering or irregular sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fame",1,1,1 ], "the state of being widely known or recognized; renown; celebrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fame",1,1,2 ], "rumour or public report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fame",1,2,1 ], "to make known or famous; celebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familial",1,1,2 ], "transmitted between individuals of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,1,1 ], "well-known; easily recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,1,2 ], "frequent or customary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,2,1 ], "acquainted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,2,2 ], "friendly; informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,2,3 ], "close; intimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,2,4 ], "more intimate than is acceptable; presumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,2,5 ], "an archaic word for familial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,3,1 ], "a supernatural spirit often assuming animal form, supposed to attend and aid a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,3,1 ], "witch, wizard, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,3,2 ], "a person, attached to the household of the pope or a bishop, who renders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,3,2 ], "service in return for support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,3,3 ], "an officer of the Inquisition who arrested accused persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiar",1,3,4 ], "a friend or frequent companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiarity",1,1,1 ], "reasonable knowledge or acquaintance, as with a subject or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiarity",1,1,2 ], "close acquaintanceship or intimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiarity",1,1,3 ], "undue intimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiarity",1,1,4 ], "an instance of unwarranted intimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiarize",1,1,1 ], "to make (oneself or someone else) familiar, as with a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "familiarize",1,1,2 ], "to make (something) generally known or accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famille",1,1,1 ], "a type of Chinese porcelain characterized either by a design on a background" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famille",1,1,1 ], "of yellow (famille jaune) or black (famille noire) or by a design in which the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "famille",1,1,1 ], "predominant colour is pink (famille rose) or green (famille verte)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "family Bible",1,1,1 ], "a large Bible used for family worship in which births, marriages, and deaths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family Bible",1,1,1 ], "are recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family allowance",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a former name for child benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family circle",1,1,1 ], "members of a family regarded as a closed group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family circle",1,1,2 ], "the cheap seating area in a theatre behind or above the dress circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family grouping",1,1,1 ], "a system, used usually in the infant school, of grouping children of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family grouping",1,1,1 ], "ages together, esp| for project work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family man",1,1,1 ], "a man who is married and has children, esp| one who is devoted to his family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family name",1,1,1 ], "a surname, esp| when regarded as representing the family honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family name",1,1,2 ], "a first or middle name frequently used in a family, often originally a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family name",1,1,2 ], "surname" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family planning",1,1,1 ], "the control of the number of children in a family and of the intervals between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family planning",1,1,1 ], "them, esp| by the use of contraceptives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family skeleton",1,1,1 ], "a closely guarded family secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family tree",1,1,1 ], "a chart showing the genealogical relationships and lines of descent of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family tree",1,1,1 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,1,1 ], "a primary social group consisting of parents and their offspring, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,1,1 ], "principle function of which is provision for its members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,10 ], "an independent local group of the Mafia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,11 ], "a group of curves or surfaces whose equations differ from a given equation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,11 ], "only in the values assigned to one or more constants in each curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,12 ], "in the family way| Informal| pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,2 ], "one's wife or husband and one's children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,3 ], "one's children, as distinguished from one's husband or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,4 ], "a group of persons related by blood; a group descended from a common ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,5 ], "all the persons living together in one household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,6 ], "any group of related things or beings, esp| when scientifically categorized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,7 ], "any of the taxonomic groups into which an order is divided and which contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,7 ], "of the order Carnivora" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,7 ], "one or more genera| Felidae (cat family) and Canidae (dog family) are two families" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,8 ], "a group of organisms of the same species living together in a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,9 ], "a group of historically related languages assumed to derive from one original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "family",1,1,9 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "famine",1,1,1 ], "a severe shortage of food, as through crop failure or overpopulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famine",1,1,2 ], "acute shortage of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famine",1,1,3 ], "violent hunger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famish",1,1,1 ], "to be or make very hungry or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famish",1,1,2 ], "to die or cause to die from starvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famous",1,1,1 ], "known to or recognized by many people; renowned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famous",1,1,2 ], "excellent; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famous",1,1,3 ], "of ill repute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "famulus",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the attendant of a sorcerer or scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fam|",1,1,1 ], "familiar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fam|",1,1,2 ], "family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan belt",1,1,1 ], "any belt that drives a fan, esp| the belt that drives a cooling fan together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan belt",1,1,1 ], "with a dynamo or alternator in a car engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan dance",1,1,1 ], "a dance in which large fans are manipulated in front of the body, partially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan dance",1,1,1 ], "revealing or suggesting nakedness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan heater",1,1,1 ], "a space heater consisting of an electrically heated element with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan heater",1,1,1 ], "electrically driven fan to disperse the heat by forced convection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan mail",1,1,1 ], "admirers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan mail",1,1,1 ], "mail sent to a famous person, such as a pop musician or film star, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan palm",1,1,1 ], "any of various palm trees, such as the talipot and palmetto, that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan palm",1,1,1 ], "fan-shaped leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan tracery",1,1,1 ], "the carved ornamentation on fan vaulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan vaulting",1,1,1 ], "of a capital or corbel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan vaulting",1,1,1 ], "vaulting having ribs that radiate like those of a fan and spring from the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan worm",1,1,1 ], "any tube-dwelling polychaete worm of the family Sabellidae, having long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan worm",1,1,1 ], "tentacles that spread into a fan when the worm emerges from its tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or number of",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"hub",3). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"surfaces, esp| a rotating device consisting of a number of blades attached to a central",2). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a machine that rotates such a device",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various hand-agitated devices for cooling onself, esp| a collapsible",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 2],"semicircular series of flat segments of paper, ivory, etc",2). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a kind of basket formerly used for winnowing grain",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"a machine equipped with a fan for winnowing or cleaning grain",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 1, 3],"something shaped like such a fan, such as the tail of certain birds",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 1],"to cause a current of air, esp| cool air, to blow upon, as by means of a fan",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 2],"to agitate or move (air, smoke, etc|) with or as if with a fan",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 3],"to make fiercer, more ardent, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 4],"(also intr|",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 5],"fan",2). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 5],"often foll| by out) to spread out or cause to spread out in the shape of a",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 6],"a",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 7, 2],"hammer with the palm",2). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 7, 2],"to fire (a nonautomatic gun) several times by repeatedly chopping back the",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 7],"to fire (an automatic gun) continuously by keeping the trigger depressed",1). c_DEF([ "fan" ,1, 2, 8],"to winnow (grain) by blowing the chaff away from it",1). c_DEF([ "fan",2,1,1 ], "an ardent admirer of a pop star, film actor, football team, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan",2,1,2 ], "a devotee of a sport, hobby, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan-tan",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese gambling game in which a random number of counters are placed under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan-tan",1,1,1 ], "a bowl and wagers laid on how many will remain after they have been divided by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fan-tan",1,1,1 ], "four" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fan-tan",1,1,2 ], "a card game played in sequence, the winner being the first to use up all his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fan-tan",1,1,2 ], "cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fanatic",1,1,1 ], "a person whose enthusiasm or zeal for something is extreme or beyond normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanatic",1,1,1 ], "limits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fanatic",1,1,2 ], "a person devoted to a particular hobby or pastime; fan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanatic",1,2,1 ], "a variant of fanatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanatical",1,1,1 ], "something; excessively or unusually dedicated or devoted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fanatical",1,1,1 ], "surpassing what is normal or accepted in enthusiasm for or belief in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanaticism",1,1,1 ], "wildly excessive or irrational devotion, dedication, or enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanaticize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fanatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancied",1,1,1 ], "imaginary; unreal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancied",1,1,2 ], "thought likely to win or succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancier",1,1,1 ], "a person with a special interest in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancier",1,1,2 ], "a person who breeds plants or animals, often as a pastime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanciful",1,1,1 ], "not based on fact; dubious or imaginary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanciful",1,1,2 ], "made or designed in a curious, intricate, or imaginative way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanciful",1,1,3 ], "indulging in or influenced by fancy; whimsical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy dress",1,1,1,1 ], "costume worn at masquerades, etc|, usually representing a particular role," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy dress",1,1,1,1 ], "historical figure, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fancy dress",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy goods",1,1,1 ], "small decorative gifts; knickknacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy man",1,1,1 ], "a woman's lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy man",1,1,2 ], "a pimp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy woman",1,1,1 ], "a mistress or prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,1,1 ], "not plain; ornamented or decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,1,2 ], "requiring skill to perform; intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,1,3 ], "arising in the imagination; capricious or illusory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,1,4 ], "(often used ironically) superior in quality or impressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,1,5 ], "higher than expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,1,6 ], "(of a domestic animal) bred for particular qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,11 ], "those who follow a particular sport, esp| prize fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,2 ], "a sudden capricious idea; whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,3 ], "a sudden or irrational liking for a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,4 ], "poetry|Fancy was held by Coleridge to be more casual and superficial than imagination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,4 ], "the power to conceive and represent decorative and novel imagery, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,5 ], "an idea or thing produced by this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,6 ], "a mental image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,7 ], "taste or judgment, as in art of dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,9 ], "a composition for solo lute, keyboard, etc, current during the 16th and 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,2,9 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,3,1 ], "to picture in the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,3,2 ], "to suppose; imagine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,3,3 ], "(often used with a negative) to like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,3,4 ], "(reflexive) to have a high or ill-founded opinion of oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,3,5 ], "to have a wish for; desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,3,6 ], "to be physically attracted to (another person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,3,7 ], "to breed (animals) for particular characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy",1,4,1 ], " an exclamation of surprise or disbelief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancy-free",1,1,1 ], "having no commitments; carefree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fancywork",1,1,1 ], "any ornamental needlework, such as embroidery or crochet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fandangle",1,1,1 ], "elaborate ornament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fandangle",1,1,2 ], "nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fandango",1,1,1 ], "an old Spanish courtship dance in triple time between a couple who dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fandango",1,1,1 ], "closely and provocatively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fandango",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fane",1,1,1 ], "a temple or shrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanfare",1,1,1 ], "a flourish or short tune played on brass instruments, used as a military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanfare",1,1,1 ], "signal, at a ceremonial event, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fanfare",1,1,2 ], "an ostentatious flourish or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanfaronade",1,1,1 ], "boasting or flaunting behaviour; bluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fang",1,1,1 ], "the long pointed hollow or grooved tooth of a venomous snake through which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fang",1,1,1 ], "venom is injected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fang",1,1,2 ], "any large pointed tooth, esp| the canine or carnassial tooth of a carnivorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fang",1,1,2 ], "mammal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fang",1,1,3 ], "the root of a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fang",1,1,4 ], "tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fango",1,1,1 ], "mud from thermal springs in Italy, used in the treatment of rheumatic disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanion",1,1,1 ], "a small flag used by surveyors to mark stations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanjet",1,1,1 ], "another name for turbofan 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fankle",1,1,1 ], "to entangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanlight",1,1,1 ], "a semicircular window over a door or window, often having sash bars like the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanlight",1,1,1 ], "ribs of a fan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fanlight",1,1,2 ], "a small rectangular window over a door| U|S name: transom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanlight",1,1,3 ], "another name for skylight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanny adams",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by sweet) absolutely nothing at all| Often shortened to f|a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanny adams",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) tinned meat, esp| mutton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanny",1,1,1 ], "the female pudendum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanny",1,1,2 ], "the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanon",1,1,1 ], "a collar-shaped vestment worn by the pope when celebrating mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fanon",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) various pieces of embroidered fabric used in the liturgy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,1 ], "a breed of domestic pigeon having a large tail that can be opened like a fan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,2 ], "any Old World flycatcher of the genus Rhipidura, of Australia and SE Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,2 ], "having a broad fan-shaped tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,3 ], "a tail shaped like an outspread fan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,4 ], "a part or structure having a number of components radiating from a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,4 ], "centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,5 ], "a burner that ejects fuel to produce a wide flat flame in a lamp or furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,6 ], "a flat jet of air and coal dust projected into the air stream of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,6 ], "pulverized-coal furnace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,7 ], "an auxiliary sail on the upper portion of a windmill that turns the mill to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,7 ], "face the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fantail",1,1,8 ], "a curved part of the deck projecting aft of the sternpost of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantasia",1,1,1 ], "any musical composition of a free or improvisatory nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantasia",1,1,2 ], "a potpourri of popular tunes woven freely into a loosely bound composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantasia",1,1,3 ], "another word for fancy ,1,13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantasize",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object) to conceive extravagant or whimsical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantasize",1,1,1 ], "ideas, images, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fantasize",1,2,1 ], "to conceive pleasant or satisfying mental images" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantasm",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of phantasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantast",1,1,1 ], "a dreamer or visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,1 ], "strange, weird, or fanciful in appearance, conception, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,2 ], "created in the mind; illusory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,3 ], "extravagantly fanciful; unrealistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,4 ], "incredible or preposterous; absurd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,5 ], "very large or extreme; great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,6 ], "very good; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,7 ], "of, given to, or characterized by fantasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,1,8 ], "not constant; capricious; fitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastic",1,2,1 ], "a person who dresses or behaves eccentrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastically",1,1,1 ], "in a fantastic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantastically",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"imagination unrestricted by reality",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a series of pleasing mental images, usually serving to fulfil a need not",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"gratified in reality",2). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"the activity of forming such images",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 2],"a creation of the imagination, esp| a weird or bizarre one",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 3],"a whimsical or far-fetched notion",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 4],"an illusion, hallucination, or phantom",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 5],"a highly elaborate imaginative design or creation",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"literature having a large fantasy content",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"a prose or dramatic composition of this type",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 1, 6],"another word for fantasia 2, fancy ,1,13, or (rare),development ,1,5",1). c_DEF([ "fantasy" ,1, 2, 1],"a less common word for fantasize",1). c_DEF([ "fantoccini",1,1,1 ], "marionettes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantoccini",1,1,2 ], "puppet shows in which they are used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantod",1,1,1 ], "crotchety or faddish behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantod",1,1,2 ], "a state of restlessness or unease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fantom",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of phantom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faqir",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fakir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 2, 1],"further, farthest or furthest",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 10],"few and far between| infrequent",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 11, 1],"to be successful; achieve much",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 11, 2],"to be sufficient or last long",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 11],"go far",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 12],"go too far| to exceed reasonable limits",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 13],"how farto what extent, distance, or degree",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 14],"in so far| a variant form (esp| Brit|) of ,insofar",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 15, 1],"up to the present moment",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 15, 2],"up to a certain point, extent, degree, etc",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 15],"so far",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 16],"so far, so good| an expression of satisfaction with progress made",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 1],"at, to, or from a great distance",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 2],"at or to a remote time",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 3],"to a considerable degree; very much",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 4, 1],"to the degree or extent that",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 4, 2],"to the distance or place of",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 4],"as far as",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 5],"by far| by a considerable margin",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 6],"far and away| by a very great margin",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 7],"far and wide| over great distances; everywhere",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 8],"far be it from me| I would not presume; on no account",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 9, 1],"in an advanced state of deterioration",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 9, 2],"Informal| extremely drunk",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 3, 9],"far gone",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 4, 1],"remote in space or time",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 4, 2],"extending a great distance; long",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 4, 3],"more distant",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 4, 4],"a far cry| very different",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 4, 5],"far from| in a degree, state, etc|, remote from",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 5, 1],"far-out",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 6, 1],"(far out when postpositive) bizarre or avant-garde",1). c_DEF([ "far" ,1, 6, 2],"excellent; wonderful",1). c_DEF([ "far-fetched",1,1,1 ], "improbable in nature; unlikely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-flung",1,1,1 ], "widely distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-flung",1,1,2 ], "far distant; remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-off",1,1,1 ], "remote in space or time; distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-reaching",1,1,1 ], "extensive in influence, effect, or range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-seeing",1,1,1 ], "having shrewd judgment; far-sighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-sighted",1,1,1 ], "possessing prudence and foresight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-sighted",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or suffering from hyperopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "far-sighted",1,1,3 ], "another word for long-sighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farad",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: F" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "farad",1,1,1 ], "between the plates of which a potential of 1 volt is created by a charge of 1 coulomb|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farad",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of electric capacitance; the capacitance of a capacitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faraday",1,1,1 ], "Symbol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "faraday",1,1,1 ], "a quantity of electricity, used in electrochemical calculations, equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faraday",1,1,1 ], "number and the charge on the electron and has the value 96,487 coulombs per mole|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "faraday",1,1,1 ], "unit amount of substance of electrons| It is equal to the product of the Avogadro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faradic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with an intermittent asymmetric alternating current such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faradic",1,1,1 ], "that induced in the secondary winding of an induction coil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faradism",1,1,1 ], "the therapeutic use of faradic currents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faradize",1,1,1 ], "to treat (an organ or part) with faradic currents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farandole",1,1,1 ], "a lively dance in six-eight or four-four time from Provence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farandole",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faraway",1,1,1 ], "very distant; remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faraway",1,1,2 ], "dreamy or absent-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farce",1,1,1 ], "a broadly humorous play based on the exploitation of improbable situations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farce",1,1,2 ], "the genre of comedy represented by works of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farce",1,1,3 ], "a ludicrous situation or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farce",1,1,4 ], "another name for forcemeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farce",1,2,1 ], "Obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farce",1,2,2 ], "to enliven (a speech, etc|) with jokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farce",1,2,3 ], "to stuff (meat, fowl, etc|) with forcemeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farceur",1,1,1 ], "a writer of or performer in farces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farceur",1,1,2 ], "a joker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farci",1,1,1 ], "(of food) stuffed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farcical",1,1,1 ], "ludicrous; absurd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farcical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to farce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farcy",1,1,1 ], "a form of glanders in which lymph vessels near the skin become thickened, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farcy",1,1,1 ], "skin lesions and abscess-forming nodules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fard",1,1,1 ], "paint for the face, esp| white paint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fardel",1,1,1 ], "a bundle or burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,1,1 ], "the sum charged or paid for conveyance in a bus, train, aeroplane, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,1,2 ], "a paying passenger, esp| when carried by taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,1,3 ], "a range of food and drink; diet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,2,1 ], "to get on (as specified); manage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,2,2 ], "(with it as a subject) to turn out or happen as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,2,3 ], "to eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by forth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare",1,2,5 ], "to go or travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fare-thee-well",1,1,1 ], "a state of perfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farewell",1,1,1 ], "goodbye; adieu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farewell",1,2,1 ], "a parting salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farewell",1,2,2 ], "an act of departure; leave-taking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farewell",1,2,3 ], "expressing leave-taking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farewell",1,3,1 ], "to honour (a person) at his departure, retirement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farina",1,1,1 ], "flour or meal made from any kind of cereal grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farina",1,1,2 ], "starch, esp| prepared from potato flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farinaceous",1,1,1 ], "consisting or made of starch, such as bread, macaroni, and potatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farinaceous",1,1,2 ], "having a mealy texture or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farinaceous",1,1,3 ], "containing starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farinose",1,1,1 ], "similar to or yielding farina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farinose",1,1,2 ], "covered with very short hairs resembling a whitish mealy dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farl",1,1,1 ], "a thin cake of oatmeal, often triangular in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm hand",1,1,1 ], "a person who is hired to work on a farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm out",1,1,1 ], "to send (work) to be done by another person, firm, etc|; subcontract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm out",1,1,2 ], "to put (a child, etc|) into the care of a private individual; foster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm out",1,1,3 ], "profit, land, etc|) or the right to collect (taxes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farm out",1,1,3 ], "to lease to another for a rent or fee the right to operate (a business for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,1,1 ], "a tract of land, usually with house and buildings, cultivated as a unit or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,1,1 ], "used to rear livestock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,1,3 ], "farmland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,2 ], "a unit of land or water devoted to the growing or rearing of some particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,2 ], "type of vegetable, fruit, animal, or fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,3 ], "an installation for storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,4 ], "a district of which one or more taxes are leased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,4,1 ], "a fixed sum paid by an individual or group for the right of collecting and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,4,1 ], "retaining taxes, rents, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,4,2 ], "a fixed sum paid regularly by a town, county, etc|, in lieu of taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,4,3 ], "the leasing of a source of revenue to an individual or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,1,4,4 ], "a fixed tax, rent, etc|, paid regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,2,1,1 ], "to cultivate (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,2,1,2 ], "to rear (stock, etc|) on a farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,3,1 ], "to engage in agricultural work, esp| as a way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,4,1 ], "to look after a child for a fixed sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,4,1,1 ], "business, etc|) for a specified period on payment of a sum or sums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,4,1,1 ], "to collect the moneys due and retain the profits from (a tax district," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farm",1,4,1,2 ], "to operate (a franchise) under similar conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmer",1,1,1 ], "a person who operates or manages a farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmer",1,1,2 ], "a person who obtains the right to collect and retain a tax, rent, etc|, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmer",1,1,2 ], "operate a franchise for a specified period on payment of a fee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farmer",1,1,3 ], "a person who looks after a child for a fixed sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmer-general",1,1,1 ], "(in France before 1789) a member of a group allowed to farm certain taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmhouse",1,1,1 ], "a house attached to a farm, esp| the dwelling from which the farm is managed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmhouse",1,1,2 ], "a large white loaf, baked in a tin, with slightly curved sides and top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farming",1,1,1,1 ], "the business, art, or skill of agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farming",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmland",1,1,1 ], "land used or suitable for farming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmstead",1,1,1 ], "a farm or the part of a farm comprising its main buildings together with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmstead",1,1,1 ], "adjacent grounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farmyard",1,1,1,1 ], "an area surrounded by or adjacent to farm buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farmyard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farnesol",1,1,1 ], "3,7,11-trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrienol| Formula: C15H26O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "farnesol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless aromatic sesquiterpene alcohol found in many essential oils and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farnesol",1,1,1 ], "used in the form of its derivatives in perfumery;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faro",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game in which players bet against the dealer on what cards he will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faro",1,1,1 ], "turn up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farouche",1,1,1 ], "sullen or remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farrago",1,1,1 ], "a hotchpotch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farrier",1,1,1 ], "a person who shoes horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farrier",1,1,2 ], "another name for veterinary surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farrier",1,1,3 ], "a noncommissioned officer who looks after horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farriery",1,1,1 ], "the art, work, or establishment of a farrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farrow",1,1,1 ], "a litter of piglets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farrow",1,2,1 ], "(of a sow) to give birth to (a litter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farrow",2,1,1 ], "(of a cow) not calving in a given year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fart",1,1,1 ], "an emission of intestinal gas from the anus, esp| an audible one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fart",1,1,2 ], "a contemptible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fart",1,2,1 ], "to expel intestinal gas from the anus; to break wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fart",1,2,2 ], "fart about or around| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fart",1,2,2,1 ], "to behave foolishly or aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fart",1,2,2,2 ], "to waste time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farther",1,1,1 ], "to or at a greater distance in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farther",1,1,2 ], "in addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farther",1,2,1 ], "more distant or remote in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farther",1,2,2 ], "additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthermost",1,1,1 ], "most distant or remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthest",1,1,1 ], "to or at the greatest distance in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthest",1,2,1 ], "most distant in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthest",1,2,2 ], "most extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthing",1,1,1 ], "a former British bronze coin worth a quarter of an old penny that ceased to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthing",1,1,1 ], "legal tender in 1961" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farthing",1,1,2 ], "+ -ing ,1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "farthing",1,1,2 ], "something of negligible value; jot| Old English feorthing from feortha fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthingale",1,1,1 ], "a hoop or framework worn under skirts, esp| in the Elizabethan period, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "farthingale",1,1,1 ], "shape and spread them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fartlek",1,1,1 ], "another name for interval training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasces",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) one or more bundles of rods containing an axe with its blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasces",1,1,1 ], "protruding; a symbol of a magistrate's power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fasces",1,1,2 ], "(in modern Italy) such an object used as the symbol of Fascism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascia",1,1,1 ], "the flat surface above a shop window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascia",1,1,2 ], "a flat band or surface, esp| a part of an architrave or cornice|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascia",1,1,3 ], "and between muscles and groups of muscles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fascia",1,1,3 ], "fibrous connective tissue occurring in sheets beneath the surface of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascia",1,1,4 ], "a distinctive band of colour, as on an insect or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascia",1,1,5 ], "a less common name for dashboard ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasciate",1,1,1,1 ], "(of stems and branches)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasciate",1,1,2 ], "abnormally flattened due to coalescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasciate",1,1,2,2 ], "growing in a bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasciate",1,1,3 ], "(of birds, insects, etc|) marked by distinct bands of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasciation",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal flattening of stems due to failure of the lateral branches to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasciation",1,1,1 ], "separate from the main stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fascicle",1,1,1 ], "a bundle or cluster of branches, leaves, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascicle",1,1,2 ], "a small bundle of fibres, esp| nerve fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascicle",1,1,3 ], "another name for fascicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascicle",1,1,4 ], "any small bundle or cluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascicule",1,1,1 ], "one part of a printed work that is published in instalments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasciculus",1,1,1 ], "another name for fascicle ,1,2 or fascicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascinate",1,1,1 ], "to attract and delight by arousing interest or curiosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascinate",1,1,2 ], "to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascinate",1,1,3 ], "to put under a spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascinating",1,1,1 ], "arousing great interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascinating",1,1,2 ], "enchanting or alluring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascinator",1,1,1 ], "a lace or crocheted head covering for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascine",1,1,1 ], "a bundle of long sticks used in the construction of embankments, roads," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascine",1,1,1 ], "fortifications, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fascism",1,1,1 ], "Socialism; any right-wing nationalist ideology or movement with an authoritarian and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fascism",1,1,1 ], "any ideology or movement inspired by Italian Fascism, such as German National" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascism",1,1,1 ], "hierarchical structure that is fundamentally opposed to democracy and liberalism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fascism",1,1,2 ], "any ideology, movement, programme, tendency, etc|, that may be characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fascism",1,1,2 ], "as right-wing, chauvinist, authoritarian, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fascist" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "fascist" ,1, 1, 2],"an adherent or practitioner of fascism",1). c_DEF([ "fascist" ,1, 1, 3],"any person regarded as having right-wing authoritarian views",1). c_DEF([ "fascist" ,1, 2, 1],"also fascistic (f@@!#s$Ist$Ik)",1). c_DEF([ "fascist" ,1, 2, 2],"characteristic of or relating to fascism",1). c_DEF([ "fash",1,1,1 ], "worry; trouble; bother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fash",1,2,1 ], "to trouble; bother; annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion house",1,1,1 ], "an establishment in which fashionable clothes are designed, made, and sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion plate",1,1,1 ], "an illustration of the latest fashion in dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,1,1 ], "manner of performance; mode; way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,1,1 ], "style in clothes, cosmetics, behaviour, etc|, esp| the latest or most admired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,1,1 ], "style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,1,2 ], "crab-fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,2 ], "a way of life that revolves around the activities, dress, interests, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,2 ], "that are most fashionable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,3 ], "shape, appearance, or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,4 ], "sort; kind; type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,5 ], "after or in a fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,5,1 ], "in some manner, but not very well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,5,2 ], "of a low order; of a sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,6 ], "after the fashion of| like; similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,1,7 ], "of fashion| of high social standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,2,1 ], "to give a particular form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,2,2 ], "to make suitable or fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashion",1,2,3 ], "to contrive; manage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashionable",1,1,1 ], "conforming to fashion; in vogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashionable",1,1,2 ], "of, characteristic of, or patronized by people of fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fashionable",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by with) patronized (by); popular (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast motion",1,1,1 ], "action that appears to have occurred at a faster speed than that at which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast motion",1,1,1 ], "was filmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fast neutron",1,1,1,1 ], "a neutron produced by nuclear fission that has lost little energy by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast neutron",1,1,1,1 ], "collision; a neutron with a kinetic energy in excess of 0|1 MeV" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fast neutron",1,1,1,2 ], "a neutron with a kinetic energy in excess of 1|5 MeV, the fission threshold of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast neutron",1,1,1,2 ], "uranium-238" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fast reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor using little or no moderator, fission being caused by fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast reactor",1,1,1 ], "neutrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fast talk" ,1, 1, 1],"fervent, deceptive patter",1). c_DEF([ "fast talk" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "fast talk" ,1, 2, 2],"to influence (a person) by means of such patter",1). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,1 ], "acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly; swift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,10 ], "steadfast; constant (esp| in the phrase fast friends)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,11 ], "(of a playing surface, running track, etc|) conducive to rapid speed, as of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,11 ], "ball used on it or of competitors playing or racing on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,12 ], "that will not fade or change colour readily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,12,1 ], "proof against fading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,12,1 ], "requiring a relatively short time of exposure to produce a given density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,12,2 ], "permitting a short exposure time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,12,2 ], "washfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,13 ], "(of a bowler) characteristically delivering the ball rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,14 ], "glib or unreliable; deceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,15 ], "sound; deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,16 ], "a fast one| Informal| a deceptive or unscrupulous trick (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,16 ], "pull a fast one)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,17 ], "fast worker| a person who achieves results quickly, esp| in seductions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,2 ], "accomplished in or lasting a short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,3 ], "adapted to or facilitating rapid movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,4 ], "requiring rapidity of action or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,5 ], "(of a clock, etc|) indicating a time in advance of the correct time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,6 ], "given to an active dissipated life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,7 ], "of or characteristic of such activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,8 ], "not easily moved; firmly fixed; secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,1,9 ], "firmly fastened, secured, or shut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,1 ], "quickly; rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,2 ], "soundly; deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,3 ], "firmly; tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,4 ], "in quick succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,5 ], "in advance of the correct time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,6 ], "in a reckless or dissipated way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,7 ], "fast by or beside| Archaic| close or hard by; very near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,2,8 ], "play fast and loose| Informal| to behave in an insincere or unreliable manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",1,3,1 ], "(said by the Field Captain to archers) stop shooting!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",2,1,1 ], "observance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fast",2,1,1 ], "to abstain from eating all or certain foods or meals, esp| as a religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast",2,2,1 ], "an act or period of fasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast-breeder reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor that uses little or no moderator and produces more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fast-breeder reactor",1,1,1 ], "fissionable material than it consumes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fastback",1,1,1 ], "a car having a back that forms one continuous slope from roof to rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastback",1,1,2 ], "a type of pig developed from the landrace or large white and bred for lean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastback",1,1,2 ], "meat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fast or secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,1,2 ], "to make or become attached or joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,1,3 ], "to close or become closed by fixing firmly in place, locking, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,2,1 ], "to enclose or imprison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,3,1 ], "(to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,3,1 ], "to cause (blame, a nickname, etc|) to be attached (to); place (on) or impute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon) to direct or be directed in a concentrated way;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,3,2 ], "fix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fasten",1,4,1 ], "take firm hold (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastening",1,1,1 ], "something that fastens, such as a clasp or lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastidious",1,1,1 ], "very critical; hard to please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastidious",1,1,2 ], "excessively particular about details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastidious",1,1,3 ], "exceedingly delicate; easily disgusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastigiate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having erect branches, often appearing to form a single column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastigiate",1,1,1 ], "with the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fastigiate",1,1,2 ], "(of parts or organs) united in a tapering group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastness",1,1,1 ], "a stronghold; fortress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastness",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being firm or secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastness",1,1,3 ], "the ability of a dye to remain permanent and not run or fade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fastness",1,1,4 ], "swiftness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat cat",1,1,1 ], "a very wealthy or influential person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat hen",1,1,1 ], "a common plant, Chenopodium album, with small green flowers and whitish scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat hen",1,1,1 ], "on the stem and leaves: family Chenopodiaceae (chenopods)",2 ). c_DEF([ "fat mouse",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal African mouse of the genus Steatomys, of dry regions: eaten as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat mouse",1,1,1 ], "delicacy by Africans because of their high fat content: family Muridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fat stock",1,1,1 ], "livestock fattened and ready for market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of naturally occurring soft greasy solids that are esters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,1 ], "glycerol and certain fatty acids| They are present in some plants and in the adipose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,1 ], "paint and in the food industry" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,1 ], "tissue of animals, forming a reserve energy source, and are used in making soap and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fat; fatten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,2 ], "vegetable or animal tissue containing fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,3 ], "corpulence, obesity, or plumpness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,4 ], "the best or richest part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,5 ], "a part in a play that gives an actor a good opportunity to show his talents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,6 ], "chew the fat| Slang| to chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,7 ], "the fat is in the fire| an irrevocable action has been taken, esp| one from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,7 ], "which dire consequences are expected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fat",1,1,8 ], "the fat of the land| the best that is obtainable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fat-soluble",1,1,1 ], "Fat-soluble compounds are often insoluble in water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fat-soluble",1,1,1 ], "soluble in nonpolar substances, such as ether, chloroform, and oils|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatal",1,1,1 ], "resulting in or capable of causing death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatal",1,1,2 ], "bringing ruin; disastrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatal",1,1,3 ], "decisively important; fateful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatal",1,1,4 ], "decreed by fate; destined; inevitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatalism",1,1,1 ], "powerless to alter his destiny" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fatalism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical doctrine that all events are predetermined so that man is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatalism",1,1,2 ], "the acceptance of and submission to this doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatalism",1,1,3 ], "a lack of effort or action in the face of difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatality",1,1,1 ], "an accident or disaster resulting in death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatality",1,1,2 ], "a person killed in an accident or disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatality",1,1,3 ], "the power of causing death or disaster; deadliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatality",1,1,4 ], "the quality or condition of being fated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatality",1,1,5 ], "something caused or dictated by fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatally",1,1,1 ], "resulting in death or disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatally",1,1,2 ], "as decreed by fate; inevitably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatback",1,1,1 ], "the fat, usually salted, from the upper part of a side of pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fate",1,1,1 ], "the ultimate agency that predetermines the course of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fate",1,1,2 ], "the inevitable fortune that befalls a person or thing; destiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fate",1,1,3 ], "the end or final result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fate",1,1,4 ], "a calamitous or unfavourable outcome or result; death, destruction, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fate",1,1,4 ], "downfall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fate",1,2,1 ], "to predetermine; doom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fated",1,1,1 ], "destined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fated",1,1,2 ], "doomed to death or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fateful",1,1,1 ], "having important consequences; decisively important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fateful",1,1,2 ], "bringing death or disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fateful",1,1,3 ], "controlled by or as if by fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fateful",1,1,4 ], "prophetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fathead",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father confessor",1,1,1 ], "a priest who hears confessions and advises on religious or moral matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father confessor",1,1,2 ], "any person to whom one tells private matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father lasher",1,1,1 ], "European coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "father lasher",1,1,1 ], "a large sea scorpion, Myoxocephalus scorpius, occurring in British and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father of the chapel",1,1,1 ], "(in British trade unions in the publishing and printing industries) a shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father of the chapel",1,1,1 ], "steward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,1 ], "a male parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,2 ], "a person who founds a line or family; forefather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,3 ], "any male acting in a paternal capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,4 ], "a respectful term of address for an old man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,5 ], "a male who originates something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,6 ], "a leader of an association, council, etc|; elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,7 ], "the eldest or most senior member in a society, profession, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,8 ], "a senator or patrician in ancient Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,9 ], "kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,1,9 ], "the father of| Informal| a very large, severe, etc|, example of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,2,1 ], "to procreate or generate (offspring); beget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,2,2 ], "to create, found, originate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,2,3 ], "to act as a father to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,2,4 ], "to acknowledge oneself as father or originator of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father",1,2,5 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to impose or place without a just reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "father-in-law",1,1,1 ], "the father of one's wife or husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatherhood",1,1,1 ], "the state or responsibility of being a father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatherland",1,1,1 ], "a person's native country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatherland",1,1,2 ], "the country of a person's ancestors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatherless",1,1,1 ], "having no father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatherly",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or suitable to a father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fathom",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to six feet, used to measure depths of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fathom",1,1,2 ], "a unit of volume usually equal to six cubic feet, used in measuring ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fathom",1,1,2 ], "bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fathom",1,2,1 ], "to measure the depth of, esp| with a sounding line; sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fathom",1,2,2 ], "to penetrate (a mystery, problem, etc|); discover the meaning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fathomless",1,1,1 ], "another word for unfathomable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fath|",1,1,1 ], "fathom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatidic",1,1,1 ], "prophetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 1],"physical or mental exhaustion due to exertion",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 2],"a tiring activity or effort",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 3],"of overactivity",2). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 3],"the temporary inability of an organ or part to respond to a stimulus because",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"any of the mainly domestic duties performed by military personnel, esp| as a",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"punishment",2). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 4],"the weakening of a material subjected to alternating stresses, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 4],"vibrations",2). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 1, 5],"special clothing worn by military personnel to carry out such duties",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 2, 1],"to make or become weary or exhausted",1). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 2, 2],"it, or (of a metal or part) to become weakened or fail as a result of fluctuating",2). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 2, 2],"stresses",3). c_DEF([ "fatigue" ,1, 2, 2],"to weaken or break (a material or part) by inducing fluctuating stresses in",1). c_DEF([ "fatling",1,1,1 ], "a young farm animal fattened for killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatso",1,1,1 ], "a fat person: used as an insulting or disparaging term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatten",1,1,1 ], "to grow or cause to grow fat or fatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatten",1,2,1 ], "to cause (an animal or fowl) to become fat by feeding it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatten",1,3,1 ], "to make fuller or richer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatten",1,4,1 ], "to enrich (soil) by adding fertilizing agents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty acid",1,1,1 ], "acid, and oleic acid, that form part of a lipid molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fatty acid",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of aliphatic carboxylic acids, such as palmitic acid, stearic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty acid",1,1,2 ], "another name for carboxylic acid, esp| a naturally occurring one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty degeneration",1,1,1 ], "the abnormal formation of tiny globules of fat within the cytoplasm of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty oil",1,1,1 ], "another name for fixed oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty",1,1,1 ], "containing, consisting of, or derived from fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty",1,1,2 ], "having the properties of fat; greasy; oily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of tissues, organs, etc|) characterized by the excessive accumulation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatty",1,1,3 ], "fat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fatty",1,2,2 ], "a fat person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatuity",1,1,1 ], "complacent foolishness; inanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatuity",1,1,2 ], "a fatuous remark, act, sentiment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatuity",1,1,3 ], "idiocy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fatuous",1,1,1 ], "complacently or inanely foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faubourg",1,1,1 ], "a suburb or quarter, esp| of a French city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faucal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the fauces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faucal",1,1,2 ], "articulated in that part of the vocal tract between the back of the mouth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faucal",1,1,2 ], "the larynx; pharyngeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fauces",1,1,1 ], "surrounding tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fauces",1,1,1 ], "the area between the cavity of the mouth and the pharynx, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faucet",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for a tap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faugh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of disgust, scorn, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault plane",1,1,1 ], "the surface of a fault fracture along which the rocks have been displaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,1 ], "an imperfection; failing or defect; flaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,10 ], "deficiency; lack; want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,11 ], "at fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,11,1 ], "guilty of error; culpable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,11,2 ], "perplexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,11,3 ], "(of hounds) having temporarily lost the scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,12 ], "find fault to seek out minor imperfections or errors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,13 ], "(in); carp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,14 ], "(at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,15 ], "to a fault| excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,2 ], "a mistake or error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,3 ], "an offence; misdeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,4 ], "responsibility for a mistake or misdeed; culpability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,5 ], "a defect in a circuit, component, or line, such as a short circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,6 ], "a fracture in the earth's crust resulting in the relative displacement and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,6 ], "loss of continuity of the rocks on either side of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,7 ], "an invalid serve, such as one that lands outside a prescribed area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,8 ], "(in showjumping) a device that records foul jumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,1,9 ], "an instance of the hounds losing the scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,2,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,3,1 ], "to find a fault in, criticize, or blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault",1,4,1 ], "to commit a fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault-finding",1,1,1 ], "continual and usually trivial criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fault-finding",1,2,1 ], "given to finding fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faultless",1,1,1 ], "without fault; perfect or blameless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faulty",1,1,1 ], "faultier, faultiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faulty",1,1,2 ], "defective or imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faulty",1,1,3 ], "culpable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faun",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman legend) a rural deity represented as a man with a goat's ears," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faun",1,1,1 ], "horns, tail, and hind legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fauna",1,1,1 ], "all the animal life of a given place or time, esp| when distinguished from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fauna",1,1,1 ], "plant life (flora)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fauna",1,1,2 ], "a descriptive list of such animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faute de mieux",1,1,1 ], "for lack of anything better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fauteuil",1,1,1 ], "an armchair, the sides of which are not upholstered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faux pas",1,1,1 ], "a social blunder or indiscretion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faux-na",1,1,1 ], "appearing or seeking to appear simple and unsophisticated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faux-na",1,2,1 ], "a person who pretends to be naive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "faveolate",1,1,1 ], "pitted with cell-like cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favonian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the west wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favonian",1,1,2 ], "favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favorite son",1,1,1 ], "a politician popular in his home state but little admired beyond it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,1 ], "an approving attitude; good will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,10 ], "find favour with| to be approved of by someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,11 ], "in favour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,11,1 ], "approving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,11,2 ], "to the benefit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,11,3 ], "(of a cheque, etc|) made out to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,11,4 ], "in order to show preference for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,2 ], "an act performed out of good will, generosity, or mercy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,3 ], "prejudice and partiality; favouritism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,4 ], "a condition of being regarded with approval or good will (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,4 ], "in favour, out of favour)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,5 ], "a token of love, good will, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,6 ], "a small gift or toy given to a guest at a party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,7 ], "a badge or ribbon worn or given to indicate loyalty, often bestowed on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,7 ], "knight by a lady" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,8 ], "a communication, esp| a business letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,1,9 ], "appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,1 ], "to regard with especial kindness or approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,2 ], "to treat with partiality or favouritism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,3 ], "to support; advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,4 ], "to perform a favour for; oblige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,5 ], "to help; facilitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,6 ], "to resemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,7 ], "to wear habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favour",1,2,8 ], "to treat gingerly or with tenderness; spare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favourable",1,1,1 ], "encouraging or promising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favourable",1,1,2 ], "giving consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favourite",1,1,1 ], "most liked; preferred above all others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favourite",1,2,1,1 ], "a person or thing regarded with especial preference or liking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favourite",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favourite",1,2,2 ], "a competitor thought likely to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favouritism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of giving special treatment to a person or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favouritism",1,1,2 ], "the state of being treated as a favourite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favours",1,1,1 ], "sexual intimacy, as when consented to by a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favus",1,1,1 ], "an infectious fungal skin disease of man and some domestic animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "favus",1,1,1 ], "characterized by formation of a honeycomb-like mass of roundish dry cup-shaped crusts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fawn lily",1,1,1 ], "another name for dogtooth violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",1,1,1 ], "a young deer of either sex aged under one year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",1,1,1,1 ], "a light greyish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",1,1,2 ], "in fawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",1,1,3 ], "(of deer) pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",1,2,1 ], "(of deer) to bear young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",2,1,1 ], "to seek attention and admiration (from) by cringing and flattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",2,1,2 ], "(of animals, esp| dogs) to try to please by a show of extreme friendliness and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fawn",2,1,2 ], "fondness (towards)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fay",1,1,1 ], "a fairy or sprite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fay",1,2,1 ], "of or resembling a fay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fay",1,2,2 ], "pretentious or precious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fay",2,1,1 ], "to fit or be fitted closely or tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fay",3,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fayalite",1,1,1 ], "a rare brown or black mineral of the olivine group, consisting of iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fayalite",1,1,1 ], "silicate| Formula: Fe2SiO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "faze",1,1,1 ], "to disconcert; worry; disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feal",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for faithful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fealty",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) the loyalty sworn to one's lord on becoming his vassal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of distress, apprehension, or alarm caused by impending danger," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,1 ], "pain, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,2 ], "a cause of this feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,3 ], "awe; reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,4 ], "concern; anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,5 ], "possibility; chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,6 ], "for fear of, that or lest| to forestall or avoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,7 ], "no fear| certainly not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,1,8 ], "put the fear of God into| to frighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,2,1 ], "to be afraid (to do something) or of (a person or thing); dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,3,1 ], "to revere; respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,4,1 ], "to be sorry: used to lessen the effect of an unpleasant statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,5,1 ], "to feel anxiety about something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fear",1,5,2 ], "an archaic word for frighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearful",1,1,1 ], "having fear; afraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearful",1,1,2 ], "causing fear; frightening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearful",1,1,3 ], "very unpleasant or annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearfully",1,1,1 ], "in a fearful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearfully",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearnought",1,1,1 ], "a heavy woollen fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearnought",1,1,2 ], "a coat made of such fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearsome",1,1,1 ], "frightening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fearsome",1,1,2 ], "timorous; afraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feasible",1,1,1 ], "able to be done or put into effect; possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feasible",1,1,2 ], "likely; probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,1,1 ], "a large and sumptuous meal, usually given as an entertainment for several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,1,1 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,1,2 ], "a periodic religious celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,1,3 ], "something extremely pleasing or sumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,1,4 ], "moveable feast| a festival of variable date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,2,1,1 ], "to eat a feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,2,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by on) to enjoy the eating (of), as if feasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,3,1 ], "to give a feast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,4,1 ], "to take great delight (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feast",1,5,1 ], "to regale or delight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feat",1,1,1 ], "a remarkable, skilful, or daring action; exploit; achievement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feat",2,1,1 ], "another word for skilful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feat",2,1,2 ], "another word for neat or suitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather bed" ,1, 1, 1],"a mattress filled with feathers or down",1). c_DEF([ "feather bed" ,1, 2, 1],"erbed, beds, bedding, bedded",1). c_DEF([ "feather bed" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to pamper; spoil",1). c_DEF([ "feather bed" ,1, 2, 3],"to be subject to or engage in feather bedding",1). c_DEF([ "feather grass",1,1,1 ], "a perennial grass, Stipa pennata, native to the steppes of Europe and N Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather grass",1,1,1 ], "cultivated as an ornament for its feathery inflorescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather palm",1,1,1 ], "any of various palm trees, such as the wax palm and date palm, that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather palm",1,1,1 ], "pinnate or feather-like leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather star",1,1,1 ], "any free-swimming crinoid echinoderm of the genus Antedon and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather star",1,1,1 ], "central disc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "feather star",1,1,1 ], "living on muddy sea bottoms and having ten feathery arms radiating from a small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,1 ], "any of the flat light waterproof epidermal structures forming the plumage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,1 ], "are essential for flight and help maintain body temperature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,1 ], "birds, each consisting of a hollow shaft having a vane of barbs on either side| They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,10 ], "feather in one's cap| a cause for pleasure at one's achievements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,11 ], "in full feather| in good spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,12 ], "white feather| a sign of cowardice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a feather, such as a tuft of hair or grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,2,1 ], "a bird's feather or artificial substitute fitted to an arrow to direct its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,2,1 ], "flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,2,2 ], "the feathered end of an arrow, opposite the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,3 ], "a strip, spline, or tongue of wood fitted into a groove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,4 ], "submarine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,4 ], "the wake created on the surface of the water by the raised periscope of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,5 ], "the position of an oar turned parallel to the water between strokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,6 ], "a step in ballroom dancing in which a couple maintain the conventional hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,6 ], "but dance side by side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,7 ], "condition of spirits; fettle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,8 ], "something of negligible value; jot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,1,9 ], "birds of a feather| people of the same type, character, or interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,2,1 ], "to fit, cover, or supply with feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,2,2 ], "principally in order to lessen wind resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,2,2 ], "to turn (an oar) parallel to the water during recovery between strokes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,2,3 ], "(in canoeing) to turn (a paddle) parallel to the direction of the canoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,2,3 ], "between strokes, while keeping it in the water, principally in order to move silently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,2,4 ], "blades are in line with the airflow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,2,4 ], "to change the pitch of (an aircraft propeller) so that the chord lines of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,3,1 ], "to join (two boards) by means of a tongue-and-groove joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,4,1 ], "(of a bird) to grow feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,5,1 ], "to move or grow like feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather",1,5,2 ], "feather one's nest| to provide oneself with comforts, esp| financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feather-veined",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf) having a network of veins branching from the midrib to the margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherbedding",1,1,1 ], "accordance with a union contract, in order to prevent redundancies or create jobs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "featherbedding",1,1,1 ], "the practice of limiting production, duplicating work, or overmanning, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherbrain",1,1,1 ], "a frivolous or forgetful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featheredge",1,1,1 ], "a board or plank that tapers to a thin edge at one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feathering",1,1,1 ], "the plumage of a bird; feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feathers",1,1,1 ], "the plumage of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feathers",1,1,2 ], "the long hair on the legs or tail of certain horses and dogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feathers",1,1,3 ], "dress; attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherstitch",1,1,1 ], "a zigzag embroidery stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherstitch",1,2,1 ], "to decorate (cloth) with featherstitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 118-126 pounds (53|5-57 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherweight",1,1,1,1 ], "something very light or of little importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherweight",1,1,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 54-57 kg (119-126 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherweight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherweight",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featherweight",1,1,2 ], "a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 126-139 pounds (57-63 kg))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featly",1,1,1 ], "neatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "featly",1,1,2 ], "fitly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,1 ], "any one of the parts of the face, such as the nose, chin, or mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,2 ], "a prominent or distinctive part or aspect, as of a landscape, building, book," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,3 ], "the principal film in a programme at a cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,4 ], "an item or article appearing at intervals in a newspaper, magazine, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,5 ], "a prominent story in a newspaper, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,6 ], "a programme given special prominence on radio or television as indicated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,6 ], "attendant publicity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,7 ], "an article offered for sale as a special attraction, as in a large retail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,7 ], "establishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,1,8 ], "general form or make-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,2,1 ], "to have as a feature or make a feature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,2,2 ], "actor, etc|) to have prominence in a film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,2,2 ], "to give prominence to (an actor, famous event, etc|) in a film or (of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,3,1 ], "to draw the main features or parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,4,1 ], "to imagine; consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,5,1 ], "to resemble in looks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature",1,6,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature-length",1,1,1 ], "(of a film or programme) similar in extent to a feature although not classed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feature-length",1,1,1 ], "as such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "featureless",1,1,1 ], "without distinctive points or qualities; undistinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feaze",1,1,1 ], "to make or become unravelled or frayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feaze",2,2,1 ], "a variant of feeze or faze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febri-",1,1,1 ], "indicating fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febricity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having a fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febrifacient",1,1,1 ], "producing fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febrifacient",1,2,1 ], "something that produces fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febrific",1,1,1 ], "causing or having a fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febrifuge",1,1,1 ], "any drug or agent for reducing fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febrifuge",1,2,1 ], "serving to reduce fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "febrile",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to fever; feverish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecal",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of faecal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feces",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecit",1,1,1 ], "(he or she) made it: used formerly on works of art next to the artist's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feck",1,1,1,1 ], "worth; value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feck",1,1,1,2 ], "amount; quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feck",1,1,1,3 ], "the greater part; the majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feckless",1,1,1 ], "feeble; weak; ineffectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecula",1,1,1 ], "starch obtained by washing the crushed parts of plants, such as the potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecula",1,1,2 ], "faecal material, esp| of insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feculent",1,1,1 ], "filthy, scummy, muddy, or foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feculent",1,1,2 ], "of the nature of or containing waste matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecund",1,1,1 ], "greatly productive; fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecund",1,1,2 ], "intellectually productive; prolific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecundate",1,1,1 ], "to make fruitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecundate",1,1,2 ], "to fertilize; impregnate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecundity",1,1,1 ], "fertility; fruitfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fecundity",1,1,2 ], "intellectual fruitfulness; creativity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fec|",1,1,1 ], "fecit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fed up",1,1,1 ], "annoyed or bored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fed",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of feed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fed",1,1,2 ], "fed to death or fed to the teeth| Informal| bored or annoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fed",2,1,1 ], "an agent of the F|B|I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fedayee",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|)(in Arab states) a commando, esp| one fighting against Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federal district",1,1,1 ], "an area used as the seat of central government in a federal system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,1,1 ], "between one central and several regional governments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a form of government or a country in which power is divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a treaty between provinces, states, etc|, that establishes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,1,2 ], "political unit in which power is so divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the central government of a federation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to any union or association of parties or groups that retain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,1,4 ], "some autonomy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "federal",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of federal union or federation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federalism",1,1,1 ], "the principle or a system of federal union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federalism",1,1,2 ], "advocacy of federal union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federalist" ,1, 1, 1],"a supporter or member of the Federalist party",1). c_DEF([ "federalist" ,1, 2, 1],"characteristic of the Federalists",1). c_DEF([ "federalize",1,1,1 ], "to unite in a federation or federal union; federate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federalize",1,1,2 ], "to subject to federal control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federate",1,1,1 ], "to unite or cause to unite in a federal union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federate",1,2,1 ], "federal; federated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federation",1,1,1 ], "the act of federating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federation",1,1,2 ], "the union of several provinces, states, etc|, to form a federal union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federation",1,1,3 ], "a political unit formed in such a way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federation",1,1,4 ], "any league, alliance, or confederacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federation",1,1,5 ], "a union of several parties, groups, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "federation",1,1,6 ], "any association or union for common action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fedora",1,1,1 ], "a soft felt or velvet medium-brimmed hat, usually with a band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fee simple",1,1,1 ], "an absolute interest in land over which the holder has complete freedom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fee simple",1,1,1 ], "disposition during his life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fee tail",1,1,1,1 ], "a freehold interest in land restricted to a particular line of heirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fee tail",1,1,1,2 ], "an estate in land subject to such restriction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 1],"a payment asked by professional people or public servants for their services",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 2],"a charge made for a privilege",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"the land held in fee",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 3],"an interest in land capable of being inherited",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 4],"(in feudal Europe) the land granted by a lord to his vassal",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 5],"an obsolete word for a ,gratuity",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"Law",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 6],"in fee",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"Archaic| in complete subjection",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 1, 7],"(of land) in absolute ownership",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 2, 1],"to give a fee to",1). c_DEF([ "fee" ,1, 2, 2],"to hire for a fee",1). c_DEF([ "feeble",1,1,1 ], "lacking in physical or mental strength; frail; weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeble",1,1,2 ], "inadequate; unconvincing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeble",1,1,3 ], "easily influenced or indecisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeble-minded",1,1,1 ], "lacking in intelligence; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeble-minded",1,1,2 ], "mentally defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeble-minded",1,1,3 ], "lacking decision; irresolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to give food to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,1,2 ], "to give as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,1 ], "to eat food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,10 ], "to eat or cause to eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,2 ], "to provide food for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,3 ], "to provide what is necessary for the existence or development of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,4 ], "to gratify; satisfy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,5 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,5 ], "for its operation, or (of such materials) to flow or move forwards into a machine," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,5 ], "to supply (a machine, furnace, etc|) with (the necessary materials or fuel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,6 ], "to use (land) as grazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,7 ], "to cue (an actor, esp| a comedian) with lines or actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,8 ], "to pass a ball to (a teammate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,2,9 ], "to introduce (electrical energy) into a circuit, esp| by means of a feeder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of feeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,2 ], "food, esp| that of animals or babies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,3 ], "the process of supplying a machine or furnace with a material or fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,4 ], "the quantity of material or fuel so supplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,5 ], "the rate of advance of a cutting tool in a lathe, drill, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,6 ], "a cutting tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,6 ], "a mechanism that supplies material or fuel or controls the rate of advance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,7 ], "a performer, esp| a straight man, who provides cues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feed",1,3,8 ], "an informal word for meal ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"mechanical system to its input, so modifying its characteristics| In ,negative feedback a",2). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"output energy reinforces the input energy",4). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"rise in output energy reduces the input energy; in ,positive feedback an increase in",3). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the return of part of the output of an electronic circuit, device, or",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"that part of the output signal fed back into the input",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 2],"esp| in a public-address system, so that a high-pitched whistle is produced",2). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 2],"the return of part of the sound output by a loudspeaker to the microphone,",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"stage in the same reaction",2). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"the effect of a product or action in a cyclic biological reaction on another",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"hormone in a biochemical pathway",2). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"the substance or reaction causing such an effect, such as the release of a",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 3],"the whistling noise so produced",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 1, 4],"information in response to an enquiry, experiment, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 2, 1],"(adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to return (part of the output of a system) to its input",1). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 2, 3],"experiment, etc",2). c_DEF([ "feedback" ,1, 2, 3],"to offer or suggest (information, ideas, etc|) in reaction to an enquiry,",1). c_DEF([ "feedbag",1,1,1 ], "any bag in which feed for livestock is sacked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feedbag",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| name for nosebag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that feeds or is fed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,2 ], "a child's feeding bottle or bib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,3 ], "a head of livestock being fattened for slaughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,4 ], "a person or device that feeds the working material into a system or machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,5 ], "a tributary channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,5,1 ], "a road, service, etc|, that links secondary areas to the main traffic network" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,5,1 ], "a transmission line connecting an aerial to a transmitter or receiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,5,2 ], "a power line for transmitting electrical power from a generating station to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeder",1,1,5,2 ], "distribution network" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feeding bottle",1,1,1 ], "a bottle fitted with a rubber teat from which infants or young animals suck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeding bottle",1,1,1 ], "liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feedlot",1,1,1 ], "an area or building where livestock are fattened rapidly for market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,1,1 ], "to perceive (something) by touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,1,2 ], "to have a physical or emotional sensation of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,2,1 ], "to examine (something) by touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,3,1 ], "to find (one's way) by testing or cautious exploration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,3,2 ], "to seem or appear in respect of the sensation given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,3,3 ], "feel in one's bones)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,3,3 ], "to have an indistinct, esp| emotional conviction; sense (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,4,1 ], "to show sympathy or compassion (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,5,1 ], "to pass one's hands over the sexual organs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,5,2 ], "feel like| to have an inclination (for something or doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,5,3 ], "feel oneself| to be fit and sure of oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,5,4 ], "feel up to| to be fit enough for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,5,5 ], "(something or doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of feeling, esp| by touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,6,2 ], "the quality of or an impression from something perceived through feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feel",1,6,3 ], "the sense of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeler gauge",1,1,1 ], "a thin metal strip of known thickness used to measure a narrow gap or to set a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeler gauge",1,1,1 ], "gap between two parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feeler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that feels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeler",1,1,2 ], "an organ in certain animals, such as an antenna or tentacle, that is sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeler",1,1,2 ], "to touch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feeler",1,1,3 ], "a remark designed to probe the reactions or intentions of other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,1 ], "the sense of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,1,1 ], "the ability to experience physical sensations, such as heat, pain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,1,2 ], "the sensation so experienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,10 ], "sensibility in the performance of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,11 ], "dignity (esp| in the phrase hurt or injure the feelings of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,11 ], "emotional or moral sensitivity, as in relation to principles or personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,2 ], "a state of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,3 ], "a physical or mental impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,4 ], "fondness; sympathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,5 ], "an ability to feel deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,6 ], "a sentiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,7 ], "an impression or mood; atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,8 ], "an emotional disturbance, esp| anger or dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,1,9 ], "intuitive appreciation and understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,2,1 ], "sentient; sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,2,2 ], "expressing or containing emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeling",1,2,3 ], "warm-hearted; sympathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,1 ], "the plural of foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,10 ], "to stand on one's own feet| to be independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,2 ], "at feet| as someone's disciple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,3 ], "be run or rushed off one's feet| to be very busy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,4 ], "carry or sweep off one's feet| to fill with enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,5 ], "feet of clay| a weakness that is not widely known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,6 ], "get one's feet wet| to begin to participate in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,7 ], "have one's feet on the ground| to be practical and reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,8 ], "on one's or its feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,8,1 ], "standing up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,8,2 ], "in good health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,8,3 ], "(of a business, company, etc|) thriving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feet",1,1,9 ], "put one's feet up| to rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeze",1,1,1 ], "to beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeze",1,1,2 ], "to drive off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeze",1,1,3 ], "to disconcert; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeze",1,2,1 ], "a rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feeze",1,2,2 ], "a state of agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feign",1,1,1 ], "to put on a show of (a quality or emotion); pretend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feign",1,2,1 ], "to make up; invent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feign",1,3,1 ], "to copy; imitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feign",1,4,1 ], "to portray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feint",1,1,1 ], "a mock attack or movement designed to distract an adversary, as in a military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feint",1,1,1 ], "manoeuvre or in boxing, fencing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feint",1,1,2 ], "a misleading action or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feint",1,2,1 ], "to make a feint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feint",2,1,1 ], "the narrowest rule used in the production of ruled paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feints",1,1,1 ], "the leavings of the second distillation of Scotch malt whisky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feisty",1,1,1 ], "feistier, feistiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feisty",1,1,2 ], "frisky|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feisty",1,1,3 ], "irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felafel",1,1,1 ], "bread stuffed with spiced vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feldsher",1,1,1 ], "(in Russia) a medical doctor's assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feldspar" ,1, 1, 1],"any of a group of hard rock-forming minerals consisting of aluminium silicates",1). c_DEF([ "feldspar" ,1, 1, 1],"of potassium, sodium, calcium, or barium: the principal constituents of igneous",2). c_DEF([ "feldspar" ,1, 1, 1],"rocks| The group includes orthoclase, microcline, and the plagioclase minerals",3). c_DEF([ "felicific",1,1,1 ], "making or tending to make happy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicitate",1,1,1 ], "to wish joy to; congratulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicitate",1,1,2 ], "to please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicitation",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for congratulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicitous",1,1,1 ], "well-chosen; apt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicitous",1,1,2 ], "possessing an agreeable style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicitous",1,1,3 ], "producing or marked by happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicity",1,1,1 ], "happiness; joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicity",1,1,2 ], "a cause of happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicity",1,1,3 ], "an appropriate expression or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felicity",1,1,4 ], "the quality or display of such expressions or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feline" ,1, 1, 1],"including cats, lions, leopards, and cheetahs, typically having a round head and",2). c_DEF([ "feline" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Felidae, a family of predatory mammals,",1). c_DEF([ "feline" ,1, 1, 1],"retractile claws: order Carnivora (carnivores)",3). c_DEF([ "feline" ,1, 1, 2],"resembling or suggestive of a cat, esp| in stealth or grace",1). c_DEF([ "feline" ,1, 2, 1],"any animal belonging to the family Felidae",1). c_DEF([ "feline" ,1, 2, 2],"a cat",1). c_DEF([ "fell",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",2,1,1 ], "to cut or knock down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",2,1,2 ], "to fold the edges of a seam under and sew them flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",2,2,1 ], "the timber felled in one season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",2,2,2 ], "a seam finished by felling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",3,1,1 ], "cruel or fierce; terrible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",3,1,2 ], "destructive or deadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",3,1,3 ], "one fell swoop| a single hasty action or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",4,1,1 ], "an animal skin or hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",5,1,1,1 ], "a mountain, hill, or moor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fell",5,1,1,2 ], "fell-walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellah",1,1,1 ], "a peasant in Arab countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellatio",1,1,1 ], "a sexual activity in which the penis is stimulated by the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feller",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that fells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feller",1,1,2 ], "an attachment on a sewing machine for felling seams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feller",2,1,1 ], "a nonstandard spelling of fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellmonger",1,1,1 ], "a person who deals in animal skins or hides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felloe",1,1,1 ], "a segment or the whole rim of a wooden wheel to which the spokes are attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felloe",1,1,1 ], "and onto which a metal tyre is usually shrunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fellow feeling",1,1,1 ], "mutual sympathy or friendship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow feeling",1,1,2 ], "an opinion held in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow traveller",1,1,1 ], "a companion on a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow traveller",1,1,2 ], "a non-Communist who sympathizes with Communism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,1 ], "a man or boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,2 ], "an informal word for boyfriend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,3 ], "one or oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,4 ], "a person considered to be of little importance or worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,4,1 ], "a companion; comrade; associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,5 ], "(at Oxford and Cambridge universities) a member of the governing body of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,5 ], "college, who is usually a member of the teaching staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,6 ], "a member of the governing body or established teaching staff at any of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,6 ], "universities or colleges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,7 ], "a postgraduate student employed, esp| for a fixed period, to undertake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,7 ], "research and, often, to do some teaching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,7,1 ], "a person in the same group, class, or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,1,8 ], "one of a pair; counterpart; mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,2,1 ], "to produce a counterpart for; match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellow",1,2,2 ], "to place on a par with; make equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,1 ], "the state of sharing mutual interests, experiences, activities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,2 ], "a society of people sharing mutual interests, experiences, activities, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,2 ], "club" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,3 ], "companionship; friendship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4 ], "the state or relationship of being a fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4,1 ], "a financed research post providing study facilities, privileges, etc|, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4,1 ], "in return for teaching services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4,1 ], "mutual trust and charitableness between Christians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4,2 ], "a Church or religious association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4,2 ], "a foundation endowed to support a postgraduate research student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4,3 ], "an honorary title carrying certain privileges awarded to a postgraduate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,4,3 ], "student" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fellowship",1,1,5 ], "the body of fellows in a college, university, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felo de se",1,1,1,1 ], "suicide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felo de se",1,1,1,2 ], "a person who commits suicide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felon",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person who has committed a felony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felon",1,1,2 ], "a wicked person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felon",1,2,1 ], "evil; cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felon",2,1,1 ], "a purulent inflammation of the end joint of a finger, sometimes affecting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felon",2,1,1 ], "bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "felonious",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or constituting a felony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felonious",1,1,2 ], "wicked; base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felonry",1,1,1 ], "felons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felonry",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the convict population of a penal colony, esp| in Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felony",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a serious crime, such as murder or arson| All distinctions between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felony",1,1,1 ], "felony and misdemeanour were abolished in England in 1967" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "felsite",1,1,1 ], "any fine-grained igneous rock consisting essentially of quartz and feldspar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felspar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| Brit|) of feldspar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felt",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of feel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felt",2,1,1,1 ], "a matted fabric of wool, hair, etc|, made by working the fibres together under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felt",2,1,1,1 ], "pressure or by heat or chemical action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "felt",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felt",2,1,2 ], "any material, such as asbestos, made by a similar process of matting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felt",2,2,1 ], "to make into or cover with felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felt",2,3,1 ], "to become matted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felting",1,1,1 ], "felted material; felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felting",1,1,2 ], "the process of making felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felting",1,1,3 ], "materials for making felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felucca",1,1,1 ], "a narrow lateen-rigged vessel of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felwort",1,1,1 ], "a biennial gentianaceous plant, Gentianella amarella, of Europe and SW China," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "felwort",1,1,1 ], "having purple flowers and rosettes of leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "female impersonator",1,1,1 ], "a male theatrical performer who acts as a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female suffrage",1,1,1 ], "another name for women's suffrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,1 ], "fertilized by male gametes (spermatozoa)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating the sex producing gametes (ova) that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,3 ], "for or composed of women or girls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,4 ], "(of reproductive organs such as the ovary and carpel) capable of producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,4 ], "female gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,5 ], "(of gametes such as the ovum) capable of being fertilized by a male gamete in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,5 ], "sexual reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,6 ], "(of flowers) lacking, or having nonfunctional, stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,7 ], "fitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,1,7 ], "having an internal cavity into which a projecting male counterpart can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,2,1,1 ], "a female animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "female",1,2,1,2 ], "Mildly offensive| a woman or girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feme covert",1,1,1 ], "a married woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feme sole",1,1,1 ], "a single woman, whether spinster, widow, or divorcee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feme sole",1,1,2 ], "a woman separated from her husband, or otherwise independent of him, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feme sole",1,1,2 ], "owning her own property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feme",1,1,1 ], "a woman or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femineity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being feminine; womanliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminine ending",1,1,1 ], "an unstressed syllable at the end of a line of verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminine rhyme",1,1,1 ], "a rhyme between words in which one, two, or more unstressed syllables follow a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminine rhyme",1,1,1 ], "stressed one, as in elation, nation or merrily, verily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feminine",1,1,1 ], "suitable to or characteristic of a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminine",1,1,2 ], "possessing qualities or characteristics considered typical of or appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminine",1,1,2 ], "to a woman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feminine",1,1,3 ], "effeminate; womanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminine",1,1,3,1 ], "denoting or belonging to a gender of nouns, occurring in many inflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminine",1,1,3,1 ], "languages, that includes all kinds of referents as well as some female animate referents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feminine",1,1,3,2 ], "German Zeit time and Ehe marriage are feminines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femininity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being feminine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femininity",1,1,2 ], "womanhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminism",1,1,1 ], "a doctrine or movement that advocates equal rights for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become feminine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feminize",1,1,2 ], "to cause (a male animal) to develop female characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femme de chambre",1,1,1 ], "a chambermaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femme de chambre",1,1,2 ], "a personal maid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femme fatale",1,1,1 ], "an alluring or seductive woman, esp| one who causes men to love her to their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femme fatale",1,1,1 ], "own distress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "femme",1,1,1 ], "a woman or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femoral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the thigh or femur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femto-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10-'1'5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femur",1,1,1 ], "above and the knee below| Nontechnical name: thighbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "femur",1,1,1 ], "the longest thickest bone of the human skeleton, articulating with the pelvis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femur",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bone in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "femur",1,1,3 ], "the segment of an insect's leg nearest to the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fem|",1,1,1 ], "female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fem|",1,1,2 ], "feminine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fen",1,1,1 ], "low-lying flat land that is marshy or artificially drained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fen",2,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of the People's Republic of China worth one hundredth of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fen",2,1,1 ], "yuan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,1 ], "a structure that serves to enclose an area such as a garden or field, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,1 ], "boards" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,1 ], "made of posts of timber, concrete, or metal connected by wire, netting, rails, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,2 ], "a dealer in stolen property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,3 ], "an obstacle for a horse to jump in steeplechasing or showjumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,4 ], "a guard or guide, esp| in a circular saw or plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,5 ], "a projection usually fitted to the top surface of a sweptback aircraft wing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,5 ], "prevent movement of the airflow towards the wing tips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,6 ], "been damaged, esp| in politics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,6 ], "mend one's fences| Chiefly U|S| to restore a position or reputation that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,7 ], "(sit) on the fence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,1,8 ], "(to be) unable or unwilling to commit oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,2,1 ], "to construct a fence on or around (a piece of land, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,3,1 ], "to close (in) or separate (off) with or as if with a fence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,4,1 ], "to fight using swords or foils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,5,1 ], "to evade a question or argument, esp| by quibbling over minor points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,6,1 ], "to engage in skilful or witty debate, repartee, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,7,1 ], "to receive stolen property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fence",1,8,1 ], "to ward off or keep out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencer",1,1,1 ], "a person who fights with a sword, esp| one who practises the art of fencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencer",1,1,2 ], "a person who erects and repairs fences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencible",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for defensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencible",1,2,1 ], "(formerly) a person who undertook military service in immediate defence of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencible",1,2,1 ], "homeland only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fencing",1,1,1 ], "foils, epees, or sabres under a set of rules to score points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fencing",1,1,1 ], "the practice, art, or sport of fighting with swords, esp| the sport of using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencing",1,1,1,1 ], "wire, stakes, etc|, used as fences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencing",1,1,1,2 ], "fences collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencing",1,1,2 ], "skilful or witty debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencing",1,1,3 ], "the avoidance of direct answers; evasiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fencing",1,1,4 ], "the business of buying and selling stolen property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fend",1,1,1 ], "to give support (to someone, esp| oneself); provide (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fend",1,2,1 ], "to ward off or turn aside (blows, questions, attackers, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fend",1,3,1 ], "to defend or resist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fend",1,4,1 ], "and northern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fend",1,4,2 ], "to struggle; strive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fend",1,5,1 ], "and northern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fend",1,5,2 ], "a shift or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fender",1,1,1 ], "a low metal frame which confines falling coals to the hearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fender",1,1,2 ], "a metal frame fitted to the front of locomotives to absorb shock, clear the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fender",1,1,2 ], "track, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fender",1,1,3 ], "a cushion-like device, such as a bundle of rope or car tyre hung over the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fender",1,1,3 ], "of a vessel for protection against collision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fender",1,1,4 ], "the U|S| name for wing ,1,10 or mudguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenestella" ,1, 1, 1],"a small aperture in the front of an altar, containing relics",1). c_DEF([ "fenestella" ,1, 1, 2],"a niche in the side wall of a chancel, in which the credence or piscina are",1). c_DEF([ "fenestella" ,1, 1, 2],"set",2). c_DEF([ "fenestella" ,1, 1, 3],"a small window or an opening in a wall",1). c_DEF([ "fenestra",1,1,1 ], "a small opening, esp| either of two openings between the middle and inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenestra",1,1,1 ], "ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fenestra",1,1,2 ], "a transparent marking or spot, as on the wings of moths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenestrated",1,1,1 ], "having windows or window-like openings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenestrated",1,1,2 ], "perforated or having fenestrae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenestration",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement and design of windows in a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenestration",1,1,2 ], "a surgical operation to restore hearing by making an artificial opening into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenestration",1,1,2 ], "the labyrinth of the ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fennec",1,1,1 ], "Arabia, having pale fur and enormous ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fennec",1,1,1 ], "a very small nocturnal fox, Fennecus zerda, inhabiting deserts of N Africa and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fennel",1,1,1 ], "a strong-smelling yellow-flowered umbelliferous plant, Foeniculum vulgare," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fennel",1,1,1 ], "whose seeds and feathery leaves are used to season and flavour food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fennel",1,1,2 ], "dog fennel| another name for mayweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fennelflower",1,1,1 ], "any of various Mediterranean ranunculaceous plants of the genus Nigella," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fennelflower",1,1,1 ], "having finely divided leaves and white, blue, or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fenny",1,1,1 ], "boggy or marshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenny",1,1,2 ], "found in, characteristic of, or growing in fens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenugreek",1,1,1 ], "an annual heavily scented Mediterranean leguminous plant, Trigonella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fenugreek",1,1,1 ], "foenum-graecum, with hairy stems and white flowers: cultivated for forage and for its medicinal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fenugreek",1,1,1 ], "seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "feoff",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feoff",1,2,1 ], "to invest with a benefice or fief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feoffee",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) a vassal granted a fief by his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feoffment",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) a lord's act of granting a fief to his man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fer-de-lance",1,1,1 ], "Bothops)atrox, with a greyish-brown mottled coloration: family Crotalidae (pit vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fer-de-lance",1,1,1 ], "a large highly venomous tropical American snake, Trimeresurus (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feral",1,1,1 ], "(of animals and plants) existing in a wild or uncultivated state, esp| after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feral",1,1,1 ], "being domestic or cultivated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feral",1,1,2 ], "savage; brutal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feral",2,1,1 ], "associated with death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feral",2,1,2 ], "gloomy; funereal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferbam",1,1,1 ], "(CH\3)2NCSS3Fe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferbam",1,1,1 ], "a black slightly water-soluble fluffy powder used as a fungicide| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fere",1,1,1 ], "a companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fere",1,1,2 ], "a husband or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feretory",1,1,1 ], "a shrine, usually portable, for a saint's relics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feretory",1,1,2 ], "the chapel in which a shrine is kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feria",1,1,1 ], "a weekday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a feria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferine",1,1,1 ], "another word for feral ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being wild or uncultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferity",1,1,2 ], "savagery; ferocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fermata",1,1,1 ], "another word for pause ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferment",1,1,1 ], "any agent or substance, such as a bacterium, mould, yeast, or enzyme, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferment",1,1,1 ], "causes fermentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferment",1,1,2 ], "another word for fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferment",1,1,3 ], "commotion; unrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferment",1,2,1 ], "(f@@!m$ent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferment",1,2,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferment",1,2,3 ], "to stir up or seethe with excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fermentation lock",1,1,1 ], "a valve placed on the top of bottles of fermenting wine to allow bubbles to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fermentation lock",1,1,1 ], "escape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fermentation" ,1, 1, 1],"a chemical reaction in which a ferment causes an organic molecule to split",1). c_DEF([ "fermentation" ,1, 1, 1],"into simpler substances, esp| the anaerobic conversion of sugar to ethyl alcohol by",2). c_DEF([ "fermentation" ,1, 1, 1],"yeast",3). c_DEF([ "fermentation" ,1, 2, 1],"fermentatively",1). c_DEF([ "fermi",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length used in nuclear physics equal to 10-'1'5 metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fermion",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of elementary particles, such as a nucleon, that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fermion",1,1,1 ], "half-integral spin and obeys Fermi-Dirac statistics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fermium",1,1,1 ], "a transuranic element artificially produced by neutron bombardment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fermium",1,1,1 ], "days (approx|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fermium",1,1,1 ], "plutonium| Symbol: Fm; atomic no|: 100; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'5'7Fm: 80" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fern seed",1,1,1 ], "be invisible| Possession of them was thought to make a person invisible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fern seed",1,1,1 ], "the minute particles by which ferns reproduce themselves, formerly thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fern",1,1,1 ], "and reproducing by spores formed in structures (sori) on the fronds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fern",1,1,1 ], "any pteridophyte plant of the order Filicales, having roots, stems, and fronds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fern",1,1,2 ], "any of certain similar but unrelated plants, such as the sweet fern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fernery",1,1,1 ], "a place where ferns are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fernery",1,1,2 ], "a collection of ferns grown in such a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferocious",1,1,1 ], "savagely fierce or cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrate",1,1,1 ], "a salt containing the divalent ion, FeO'24'-| Ferrates are derivatives of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrate",1,1,1 ], "hypothetical acid H2FeO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferreous",1,1,1 ], "containing or resembling iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret badger",1,1,1 ], "any small badger of the genus Melogale, of SE Asia, resembling a ferret in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret badger",1,1,1 ], "appearance and smell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated albino variety of the polecat Mustela putorius, bred for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,1,1 ], "hunting rats, rabbits, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,1,2 ], "black-footed ferret| a musteline mammal, Mustela nigripes, of W North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,1,2 ], "closely related to the weasels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,2,1 ], "to hunt (rabbits, rats, etc|) with ferrets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,3,1 ], "to drive from hiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,4,1 ], "to find by persistent investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",1,5,1 ], "to search around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferret",2,1,1 ], "silk binding tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferri-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the presence of iron, esp| in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferriage",1,1,1 ], "transportation by ferry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferriage",1,1,2 ], "the fee charged for passage on a ferry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferric oxide",1,1,1 ], "(jewellers' rouge)|Formula: Fe2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ferric oxide",1,1,1 ], "a red crystalline insoluble oxide of iron that occurs as haematite and rust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferric oxide",1,1,1 ], "and is made by heating ferrous sulphate: used as a pigment and metal polish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing iron in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferricyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "a brown soluble unstable solid tribasic acid, usually known in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferricyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "ferricyanide salts| Formula: H3Fe(CN)6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferricyanide",1,1,1 ], "any salt of ferricyanic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferriferous",1,1,1 ], "producing or yielding iron; iron-bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrimagnetism",1,1,1 ], "a phenomenon exhibited by certain substances, such as ferrites, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrimagnetism",1,1,1 ], "magnetic moments of neighbouring ions are antiparallel and unequal in magnitude| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrimagnetism",1,1,1 ], "substances behave like ferromagnetic materials" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of ferromagnetic highly resistive ceramic compounds with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite",1,1,1 ], "formula MFe2O4, where M is usually a metal such as cobalt or zinc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite",1,1,2 ], "any of the body-centred cubic allotropes of iron, such as alpha iron," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite",1,1,2 ], "occurring in steel, cast iron, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite",1,1,3 ], "any of various microscopic grains, probably composed of iron compounds, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite",1,1,3 ], "certain igneous rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite-rod aerial",1,1,1 ], "a type of aerial, normally used in radio reception, consisting of a small coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrite-rod aerial",1,1,1 ], "of wire mounted on a ferrite core, the coil serving as a tuning inductance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferritin",1,1,1 ], "a protein that contains iron and plays a part in the storage of iron in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferritin",1,1,1 ], "body| It occurs in the liver and spleen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a property of iron or the presence of iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating the presence of iron in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrocene",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-orange insoluble crystalline compound| Its molecules have an iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrocene",1,1,1 ], "atom sandwiched between two cyclopentadiene rings| Formula: Fe(C\5H\5)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrochromium",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of iron and chromium (60-72 per cent), used in the production of very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrochromium",1,1,1 ], "hard steel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferroconcrete",1,1,1 ], "another name for reinforced concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrocyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white volatile unstable solid tetrabasic acid, usually known in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrocyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "ferrocyanide salts| Formula: H4Fe(CN)6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrocyanide",1,1,1 ], "any salt of ferrocyanic acid, such as potassium ferrocyanide, K4Fe(CN)6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferroelectric",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) exhibiting spontaneous polarization that can be reversed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferroelectric",1,1,1 ], "the application of a suitable electric field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferroelectric",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ferroelectric substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferroelectric",1,2,1 ], "a ferroelectric substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferromagnesian",1,1,1 ], "(of minerals such as biotite) containing a high proportion of iron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferromagnesian",1,1,1 ], "magnesium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "applied field| The effect is caused by the alignment of electron spin in regions called" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "domains" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "ferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "field| Certain of these substances retain their magnetization in the absence of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "permeabilities much greater than unity and increasing magnetization with applied magnetizing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferromagnetism",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon exhibited by substances, such as iron, that have relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferromanganese",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of iron and manganese, used in making additions of manganese to cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferromanganese",1,1,1 ], "iron and steel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrosilicon",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of iron and silicon, used in making cast iron and steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrotype",1,1,1 ], "a photographic print produced directly in a camera by exposing a sheet of iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrotype",1,1,1 ], "or tin coated with a sensitized enamel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrotype",1,1,2 ], "the process by which such a print is produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrous sulphate",1,1,1 ], "an iron salt with a saline taste, usually obtained as greenish crystals of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrous sulphate",1,1,1 ], "heptahydrate, which are converted to the white monohydrate above 100 degrees C: used in inks," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrous sulphate",1,1,1 ], "tanning, water purification, and in the treatment of anaemia| Formula: FeSO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ferrous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing iron in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferruginous duck",1,1,1 ], "a common European duck, Aythyra nyroca, having reddish-brown plumage with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferruginous duck",1,1,1 ], "white wing bars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferruginous",1,1,1 ], "(of minerals, rocks, etc|) containing iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferruginous",1,1,2 ], "rust-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrule",1,1,1 ], "a metal ring, tube, or cap placed over the end of a stick, handle, or post for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrule",1,1,1 ], "added strength or to increase wear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferrule",1,1,2 ], "a side opening in a pipe that gives access for inspection or cleaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrule",1,1,3 ], "a bush, gland, small length of tube, etc|, esp| one used for making a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferrule",1,2,1 ], "to equip (a stick, etc|,) with a ferrule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"such a service",1). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a ferryman",1). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 1, 1],"a vessel for transporting passengers and usually vehicles across a body of",1). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 1, 1],"water, esp| as a regular service",2). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 1, 2],"a legal right to charge for transporting passengers by boat",1). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 1, 3],"the act or method of delivering aircraft by flying them to their destination",1). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 2, 1],"to transport or go by ferry",1). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 2, 2],"to deliver (an aircraft) by flying it to its destination",1). c_DEF([ "ferry" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to convey (passengers, goods, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,1 ], "capable of producing offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,1,1 ], "(of land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,2 ], "having nutrients capable of sustaining an abundant growth of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,2,1 ], "capable of undergoing growth and development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,2,2 ], "(of farm animals) capable of breeding stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,2,2 ], "(of plants) capable of producing gametes, spores, seeds, or fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,3 ], "producing many offspring; prolific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,4 ], "highly productive; rich; abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,5 ], "(of a substance) able to be transformed into fissile or fissionable material," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,5 ], "esp| in a nuclear reactor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fertile",1,1,6 ], "conducive to productiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertility cult",1,1,1 ], "or magical rites to ensure good weather and crops and the perpetuity of the tribe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fertility cult",1,1,1 ], "the practice in some settled agricultural communities of performing religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertility symbol",1,1,1 ], "an object, esp| a phallic symbol, used in fertility-cult ceremonies to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertility symbol",1,1,1 ], "symbolize regeneration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fertility",1,1,1 ], "the ability to produce offspring, esp| abundantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertility",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilization",1,1,1 ], "the union of male and female gametes, during sexual reproduction, to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilization",1,1,1 ], "zygote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fertilization",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of fertilizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilization",1,1,3 ], "the state of being fertilized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilize",1,1,1 ], "fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fertilize",1,1,1 ], "to provide (an animal, plant, or egg cell) with sperm or pollen to bring about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilize",1,1,2 ], "of plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fertilize",1,1,2 ], "to supply (soil or water) with mineral and organic nutrients to aid the growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilize",1,1,3 ], "to make fertile or productive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilizer",1,1,1 ], "any substance, such as manure or a mixture of nitrates, added to soil or water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fertilizer",1,1,1 ], "to increase its productivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fertilizer",1,1,2 ], "an object or organism such as an insect that fertilizes an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferula",1,1,1 ], "any large umbelliferous plant of the Mediterranean genus Ferula, having thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferula",1,1,1 ], "resins, such as galbanum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ferula",1,1,1 ], "stems and dissected leaves: cultivated as the source of several strongly scented gum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferula",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for ferule ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferule",1,1,1 ], "a flat piece of wood, such as a ruler, used in some schools to cane children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferule",1,1,1 ], "on the hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ferule",1,2,1 ], "to punish with a ferule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ferule",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ferrule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fervency",1,1,1 ], "another word for fervour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fervent",1,1,1 ], "intensely passionate; ardent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fervent",1,1,2 ], "boiling, burning, or glowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fervour",1,1,1 ], "great intensity of feeling or belief; ardour; zeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fervour",1,1,2 ], "intense heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fescue",1,1,1 ], "any grass of the genus Festuca: widely cultivated as pasture and lawn grasses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fescue",1,1,1 ], "having stiff narrow leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fesse point",1,1,1 ], "the midpoint of a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fesse",1,1,1 ], "an ordinary consisting of a horizontal band across a shield, conventionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fesse",1,1,1 ], "occupying a third of its length and being wider than a bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "festal",1,1,1 ], "another word for festive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fester",1,1,1 ], "to form or cause to form pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fester",1,2,1 ], "to become rotten; decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fester",1,2,2 ], "of time; rankle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fester",1,2,2 ], "to become or cause to become bitter, irritated, etc|, esp| over a long period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fester",1,3,1 ], "to be idle or inactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fester",1,4,1 ], "a small ulcer or sore containing pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festination",1,1,1 ], "an involuntary quickening of gait, as in some persons with Parkinson's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festination",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "festival",1,1,1 ], "a day or period set aside for celebration or feasting, esp| one of religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festival",1,1,1 ], "significance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "festival",1,1,2 ], "any occasion for celebration, esp| one which commemorates an anniversary or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festival",1,1,2 ], "other significant event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "festival",1,1,3 ], "an organized series of special events and performances, usually in one place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festival",1,1,4 ], "a time of revelry; merrymaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festival",1,1,5 ], "relating to or characteristic of a festival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festive",1,1,1 ], "appropriate to or characteristic of a holiday, etc|; merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festivity",1,1,1 ], "merriment characteristic of a festival, party, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festivity",1,1,2 ], "any festival or other celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festivity",1,1,3 ], "festive proceedings; celebrations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festoon",1,1,1 ], "a decorative chain of flowers, ribbons, etc|, suspended in loops; garland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festoon",1,1,2 ], "a carved or painted representation of this, as in architecture, furniture, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festoon",1,1,2 ], "pottery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "festoon",1,1,2,1 ], "the scalloped appearance of the gums where they meet the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festoon",1,1,2,2 ], "a design carved on the base material of a denture to simulate this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festoon",1,2,1 ], "to decorate or join together with festoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festoon",1,2,2 ], "to form into festoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festoonery",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of festoons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festschrift",1,1,1 ], "a collection of essays or learned papers contributed by a number of people to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "festschrift",1,1,1 ], "honour an eminent scholar, esp| a colleague" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feta",1,1,1 ], "a white sheep or goat cheese popular in Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetal diagnosis",1,1,1 ], "by amniocentesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetal diagnosis",1,1,1 ], "prenatal determination of genetic or chemical abnormalities in a fetus, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetation",1,1,1 ], "the state of pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetation",1,1,2 ], "the process of development of a fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch up",1,1,1 ], "to arrive (at) or end up (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch up",1,2,1 ], "to stop suddenly, as from running aground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch up",1,2,2 ], "to vomit (food, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch up",1,3,1 ], "to rear (children, animals, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,1 ], "to go after and bring back; get" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,10 ], "fetch and carry| to perform menial tasks or run errands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,2 ], "to cause to come; bring or draw forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,3 ], "to cost or sell for (a certain price)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,4 ], "to utter (a sigh, groan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,5 ], "to deal (a blow, slap, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,6 ], "to arrive at or proceed by sailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,7 ], "to attract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,8 ], "(used esp| as a command to dogs) to retrieve (shot game, an object thrown," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,8 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,1,9 ], "to draw in (a breath, gasp, etc|), esp| with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,2,1 ], "the reach, stretch, etc|, of a mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",1,2,2 ], "a trick or stratagem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetch",2,1,1 ], "the ghost or apparition of a living person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetching",1,1,1 ], "attractively befitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetching",1,1,2 ], "charming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fete champetre" ,1, 1, 1],"a garden party, picnic, or similar outdoor entertainment",1). c_DEF([ "fete champetre" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a genre of painting popular in France from the early 18th century,",1). c_DEF([ "fete champetre" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"characterized by the depiction of figures in pastoral settings| Watteau was its most famous",2). c_DEF([ "fete champetre" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"exponent",3). c_DEF([ "fete champetre" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a painting in this genre",1). c_DEF([ "fete champetre" ,1, 1, 2],"Also called: fete galante |Arts",1). c_DEF([ "fetial",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) any of the 20 priestly heralds involved in declarations of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetial",1,1,1 ], "war and in peace negotiations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetial",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the fetiales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetial",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for heraldic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feticide",1,1,1 ], "the destruction of a fetus in the uterus; aborticide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetid",1,1,1 ], "having a stale nauseating smell, as of decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetiparous",1,1,1 ], "(of marsupials, such as the kangaroo) giving birth to incompletely developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetiparous",1,1,1 ], "offspring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetish",1,1,1 ], "be the embodiment or habitation of a spirit or magical powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetish",1,1,1 ], "something, esp| an inanimate object, that is believed in certain cultures to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetish",1,1,1,1 ], "a form of behaviour involving fetishism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetish",1,1,1,2 ], "any object that is involved in fetishism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetish",1,1,2 ], "any object, activity, etc|, to which one is excessively or irrationally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetish",1,1,2 ], "devoted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetishism",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the handling of an inanimate object or a specific part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetishism",1,1,1 ], "the body other than the sexual organs is a source of sexual satisfaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetishism",1,1,2 ], "belief in or recourse to a fetish for magical purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetishism",1,1,3 ], "excessive attention or attachment to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetlock",1,1,1 ], "a projection behind and above a horse's hoof: the part of the leg between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetlock",1,1,1 ], "cannon bone and the pastern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fetlock",1,1,2 ], "the joint at this part of the leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetlock",1,1,3 ], "the tuft of hair growing from this part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetor",1,1,1 ], "an offensive stale or putrid odour; stench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetter bone",1,1,1 ], "another name for pastern ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetter",1,1,1 ], "a chain or bond fastened round the ankle; shackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetter",1,1,2 ], "a check or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetter",1,2,1 ], "to restrict or confine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetter",1,2,2 ], "to bind in fetters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetterlock",1,1,1 ], "another name for fetlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,1,1 ], "component" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,1,1 ], "to remove (excess moulding material and casting irregularities) from a cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,1,2 ], "to line or repair (the walls of a furnace)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,1,2,1 ], "to prepare or arrange (a thing, oneself, etc|), esp| to put a finishing touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,1,2,1 ], "to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,1,2,2 ], "to repair or mend (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,2,1 ], "state of health, spirits, etc| (esp| in the phrase in fine fettle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettle",1,2,2 ], "another name for fettling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettling",1,1,1 ], "a refractory material used to line the hearth of puddling furnaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fettucine",1,1,1 ], "a type of pasta in the form of narrow ribbons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetus",1,1,1 ], "end of the second month of pregnancy until birth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fetus",1,1,1 ], "the embryo of a mammal in the later stages of development, when it shows all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fetus",1,1,1 ], "the main recognizable features of the mature animal, esp| a human embryo from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feu",1,1,1 ], "legal history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feu",1,1,1,1 ], "a feudal tenure of land for which rent was paid in money or grain instead of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feu",1,1,1,1 ], "by the performance of military service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feu",1,1,1,2 ], "the land so held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feuar",1,1,1 ], "legal history| the tenant of a feu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feud",1,1,1 ], "long and bitter hostility between two families, clans, or individuals;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feud",1,1,1 ], "vendetta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feud",1,1,2 ], "a quarrel or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feud",1,2,1 ], "to take part in or carry on a feud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feud",2,1,1 ], "land held in return for service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudal",1,1,1 ], "institutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feudal",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, relating to, or characteristic of feudalism or its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudal",1,1,2 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to a fief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudal",1,1,3 ], "old-fashioned, reactionary, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudal",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to a feud or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudalism",1,1,1 ], "centuries, in which vassals were protected and maintained by their lords, usually through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feudalism",1,1,1 ], "the granting of fiefs, and were required to serve under them in war" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "feudalism",1,1,1 ], "the legal and social system that evolved in W Europe in the 8th and 9th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudalism",1,1,2 ], "any social system or society, such as medieval Japan or Ptolemaic Egypt, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudalism",1,1,2 ], "resembles medieval European feudalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feudality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being feudal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudality",1,1,2 ], "a fief or fee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudalize",1,1,1 ], "to make feudal create feudal institutions in (a society, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feudatory (in feudal Europe)" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "feudatory (in feudal Europe)" ,1, 1, 2],"a person holding a fief; vassal",1). c_DEF([ "feudatory (in feudal Europe)" ,1, 2, 1],"relating to or characteristic of the relationship between lord and vassal",1). c_DEF([ "feudatory (in feudal Europe)" ,1, 2, 2],"(esp| of a kingdom) under the overlordship of another sovereign",1). c_DEF([ "feudist",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes part in a feud or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feuilleton",1,1,1 ], "the part of a European newspaper carrying reviews, serialized fiction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feuilleton",1,1,2 ], "such a review or article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever blister",1,1,1 ], "another name for cold sore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever pitch",1,1,1 ], "a state of intense excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever therapy",1,1,1 ], "a former method of treating disease by raising the body temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever tree",1,1,1 ], "a rubiaceous tree of SE North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fever tree",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees that produce a febrifuge or tonic, esp| Pinckneya pubens," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever tree",1,1,2 ], "a tall mimosaceous swamp tree, Acacia xanthophloea, of southern Africa, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever tree",1,1,2 ], "fragrant yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fever",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally high body temperature, accompanied by a fast pulse rate, dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever",1,1,1 ], "skin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fever",1,1,2 ], "any of various diseases, such as yellow fever or scarlet fever, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever",1,1,2 ], "by a high temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fever",1,1,3 ], "intense nervous excitement or agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fever",1,2,1 ], "to affect with or as if with fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feverfew",1,1,1 ], "a bushy European strong-scented perennial plant, Chrysanthemum parthenium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feverfew",1,1,1 ], "with white flower heads, formerly used medicinally: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "feverish",1,1,1 ], "suffering from fever, esp| a slight fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feverish",1,1,2 ], "in a state of restless excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feverish",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, caused by, or causing fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feverwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants considered to have medicinal properties, such as horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "feverwort",1,1,1 ], "gentian and boneset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,1,1 ], "a small number of; hardly any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,1,2 ], "many are called but few are chosen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,2 ], "(preceded by a)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,2,1 ], "a small number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,2,2 ], "a few of you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,3 ], "a good few| Informal| several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,4 ], "few and far between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,4,1 ], "at great intervals; widely spaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,4,2 ], "not abundant; scarce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,5 ], "have a few (too many)| to consume several (or too many) alcoholic drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,1,6 ], "not or quite a few| Informal| several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "few",1,2,1 ], "the few|a small number of people considered as a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fey",1,1,1 ], "interested in or believing in the supernatural; whimsical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fey",1,1,2 ], "attuned to the supernatural; clairvoyant; visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fey",1,1,3 ], "fated to die; doomed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fey",1,1,4 ], "death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fey",1,1,4 ], "in a state of high spirits or unusual excitement, formerly believed to presage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fez",1,1,1 ], "an originally Turkish brimless felt or wool cap, shaped like a truncated cone," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fez",1,1,1 ], "usually red and with a tassel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ff",1,1,1 ], "symbol for fortissimo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ff|",1,1,1 ], "folios" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ff|",1,2,1 ], "and the following (pages, lines, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiacre",1,1,1 ], "a small four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage, usually with a folding roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiance" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who is engaged to be married",1). c_DEF([ "fiasco",1,1,1 ], "a complete failure, esp| one that is ignominious or humiliating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiat money",1,1,1 ], "into standard specie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiat money",1,1,1 ], "money declared by a government to be legal tender though it is not convertible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiat",1,1,1 ], "official sanction; authoritative permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiat",1,1,2 ], "an arbitrary order or decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiat",1,1,3 ], "any command, decision, or act of will that brings something about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fib" ,1, 1, 1],"a trivial and harmless lie",1). c_DEF([ "fib" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to tell such a lie",1). c_DEF([ "fiber",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre optics",1,1,1 ], "esp| optical images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibre optics",1,1,1 ], "the use of bundles of long transparent glass fibres in transmitting light," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,1 ], "a natural or synthetic filament that may be spun into yarn, such as cotton or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,1 ], "nylon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,2 ], "cloth or other material made from such yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,3 ], "a long fine continuous thread or filament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,4 ], "texture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,4 ], "the structure of any material or substance made of or as if of fibres;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,5 ], "essential substance or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,6 ], "strength of character (esp| in the phrase moral fibre)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,6,1 ], "a narrow elongated thick-walled cell: a constituent of sclerenchyma tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,6,2 ], "such tissue extracted from flax, hemp, etc|, used to make linen, rope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,6,3 ], "a very small root or twig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibre",1,1,7 ], "any thread-shaped structure, such as a nerve fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibreboard",1,1,1 ], "a building material made of compressed wood or other plant fibres, esp| one in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibreboard",1,1,1 ], "the form of a thin semirigid sheet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibrefill",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic fibre used as a filling for pillows, quilted materials, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibreglass",1,1,1 ], "buildings, in fireproof fabrics, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibreglass",1,1,1 ], "material consisting of matted fine glass fibres, used as insulation in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibreglass",1,1,2 ], "a fabric woven from this material or a light strong material made by bonding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibreglass",1,1,2 ], "fibreglass with a synthetic resin; used for car bodies, boat hulls, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibriform",1,1,1 ], "having the form of a fibre or fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibril",1,1,1 ], "a small fibre or part of a fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibril",1,1,2 ], "a threadlike structure, such as a root hair or a thread of muscle tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrillation",1,1,1 ], "a local and uncontrollable twitching of muscle fibres, not affecting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrillation",1,1,1 ], "entire muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibrillation",1,1,2 ], "irregular twitchings of the muscular wall of the heart, often interfering with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrillation",1,1,2 ], "the normal rhythmical contractions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibrin",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble elastic protein formed from fibrinogen when blood clots:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrin",1,1,1 ], "forms a network that traps red cells and platelets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibrinogen",1,1,1 ], "a soluble protein, a globulin, in blood plasma, converted to fibrin by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrinogen",1,1,1 ], "action of the enzyme thrombin when blood clots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibrinolysin",1,1,1 ], "a proteolytic enzyme that causes fibrinolysis in blood clots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrinolysis",1,1,1 ], "the breakdown of fibrin in blood clots, esp| by enzymes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrinous",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or resembling fibrin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibro",1,1,1,1 ], "short for fibrocement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibro",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibro",1,1,2 ], "a house built of fibrocement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating fibrous tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibroblast",1,1,1 ], "a cell in connective tissue that synthesizes collagen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrocement",1,1,1 ], "cement combined with asbestos fibre, used esp| in sheets for building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibroid",1,1,1 ], "(of structures or tissues) containing or resembling fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibroid",1,2,1 ], "another word for fibroma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibroin",1,1,1 ], "a tough elastic protein that is the principal component of spiders' webs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibroin",1,1,1 ], "raw silk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibroma",1,1,1 ], "a benign tumour derived from fibrous connective tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrosis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of an abnormal amount of fibrous tissue in an organ or part as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrosis",1,1,1 ], "the result of inflammation, irritation, or healing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibrositis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of white fibrous tissue, esp| that of muscle sheaths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, containing, or resembling fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrovascular",1,1,1 ], "(of a vascular bundle) surrounded by sclerenchyma or within sclerenchymatous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibrovascular",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibula",1,1,1 ], "leg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibula",1,1,1 ], "the outer and thinner of the two bones between the knee and ankle of the human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibula",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bone in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fibula",1,1,3 ], "Europe after 1300 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fibula",1,1,3 ], "a metal brooch resembling a safety pin, often highly decorated, common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fichu",1,1,1 ], "a woman's shawl or scarf of some light material, worn esp| in the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fichu",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fickle",1,1,1 ], "changeable in purpose, affections, etc|; capricious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fico",1,1,1 ], "a worthless trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fico",1,1,2 ], "another word for fig ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictile",1,1,1 ], "moulded or capable of being moulded from clay; plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictile",1,1,2 ], "made of clay by a potter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictile",1,1,3 ], "relating to the craft of pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiction",1,1,1 ], "literary works invented by the imagination, such as novels or short stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiction",1,1,2 ], "an invented story or explanation; lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiction",1,1,3 ], "the act of inventing a story or explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiction",1,1,4 ], "false" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiction",1,1,4 ], "something assumed to be true for the sake of convenience, though probably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictionalize",1,1,1 ], "to make into fiction or give a fictional aspect to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictitious",1,1,1 ], "not genuine or authentic; assumed; false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictitious",1,1,2 ], "of, related to, or characteristic of fiction; created by the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictive",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or able to create fiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fictive",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for fictitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fid",1,1,1 ], "a spike for separating strands of rope in splicing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fid",1,1,2 ], "a wooden or metal bar for supporting the heel of a topmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle pattern",1,1,1 ], "the style of a spoon or fork with a violin-shaped handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,1 ], "any instrument of the viol or violin family, esp| the violin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,2 ], "time-wasting or trifling behaviour; nonsense; triviality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,3 ], "a small railing around the top of a table to prevent objects from falling off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,3 ], "it in bad weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,4 ], "an illegal or fraudulent transaction or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,5 ], "face as long as a fiddle| Informal| a dismal or gloomy facial expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,6 ], "fit as a fiddle| Informal| in very good health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,1,7 ], "play second fiddle| Informal| to be subordinate; play a minor part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,2,1 ], "to play (a tune) on the fiddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,3,1 ], "to make restless or aimless movements with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by about or around)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,3,3 ], "to spend (time) or act in a careless or inconsequential manner; waste (time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,3,4 ], "(often foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,3,5 ], "to tamper or interfere (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,3,6 ], "to contrive to do (something) by illicit means or deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle",1,4,1 ], "to falsify (accounts, etc|); swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle-back",1,1,1 ], "a chair with a fiddle-shaped back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle-back",1,1,2 ], "a chasuble with a fiddle-shaped front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle-de-dee",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of impatience, disbelief, or disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle-faddle",1,2,1 ], "trivial matter; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddle-faddle",1,3,1 ], "to fuss or waste time, esp| over trivial matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlehead",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental carving, in the shape of the scroll at the head end of a fiddle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlehead",1,1,1 ], "fitted to the top of the stem or cutwater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlehead",1,1,2 ], "the edible coiled tip of a young fern frond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddler crab",1,1,1 ], "any of various burrowing crabs of the genus Uca of American coastal regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddler crab",1,1,1 ], "the males of which have one of their anterior pincer-like claws very much enlarged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiddler",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the fiddle, esp| in folk music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddler",1,1,2 ], "a person who wastes time or acts aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddler",1,1,3 ], "a cheat or petty rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlestick",1,1,1 ], "a violin bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlestick",1,1,2 ], "any meaningless or inconsequential thing; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlestick",1,2,1 ], "used to express annoyance or disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlewood",1,1,1 ], "and related genera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlewood",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American verbenaceous trees of the genus Citharexylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddlewood",1,1,2 ], "the hard durable wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddling",1,1,1 ], "trifling or insignificant; petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiddly",1,1,1 ], "dlier, dliest| small and awkward to do or handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fideicommissary",1,1,1 ], "a person who receives a fideicommissum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fideicommissary",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a fideicommissum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fideicommissum",1,1,1 ], "a gift of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fideism",1,1,1 ], "trust placed in faith rather than in reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidelity",1,1,1 ], "devotion to duties, obligations, etc|; faithfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidelity",1,1,2 ], "loyalty or devotion, as to a person or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidelity",1,1,3 ], "faithfulness to one's spouse, lover, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidelity",1,1,4 ], "adherence to truth; accuracy in reporting detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidelity",1,1,5 ], "accurately reproduces the characteristics of the input signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fidelity",1,1,5 ], "the degree to which the output of a system, such as an amplifier or radio," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidge",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for fidget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidget",1,1,1 ], "to move about restlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidget",1,2,1 ], "to make restless or uneasy movements (with something); fiddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidget",1,3,1 ], "to cause to fidget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidget",1,4,1 ], "a state of restlessness or unease, esp| as expressed in continual motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidget",1,4,2 ], "a person who fidgets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiducial",1,1,1 ], "used as a standard of reference or measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiducial",1,1,2 ], "of or based on trust or faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiducial",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for fiduciary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiduciary issue",1,1,1 ], "an issue of bank notes not backed by gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiduciary",1,1,1 ], "a person bound to act for another's benefit, as a trustee in relation to his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiduciary",1,1,1 ], "beneficiary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiduciary",1,2,1,1 ], "having the nature of a trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiduciary",1,2,1,2 ], "of or relating to a trust or trustee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fidus Achates",1,1,1 ], "a faithful friend or companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fie",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of distaste or mock dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fief",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal Europe) the property or fee granted to a vassal for his maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fief",1,1,1 ], "by his lord in return for service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field artillery",1,1,1 ], "artillery capable of deployment in support of front-line troops, due mainly to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field artillery",1,1,1 ], "its mobility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field battery",1,1,1 ], "a small unit of usually four field guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field boot",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting knee-length boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field captain",1,1,1 ], "the senior official at an archery meeting, responsible for safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field corn",1,1,1 ], "any variety of corn that is grown as a feed for livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field day",1,1,1 ], "a day spent in some special outdoor activity, such as nature study or sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field day",1,1,2 ], "a day-long competition between amateur radio operators using battery or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field day",1,1,2 ], "generator power, the aim being to make the most contacts with other operators around the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field day",1,1,2 ], "world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "field day",1,1,3 ], "a day devoted to manoeuvres or exercises, esp| before an audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field day",1,1,4 ], "a day or time of exciting or successful activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field emission",1,1,1 ], "field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field emission",1,1,1 ], "the emission of electrons from a solid or liquid subjected to a high electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field event",1,1,1 ], "a competition, such as the discus, high jump, etc|, that takes place on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field event",1,1,1 ], "field or similar area as opposed to those on the running track" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field glasses",1,1,1 ], "another name for binoculars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field goal",1,1,1 ], "a goal worth two points scored while the ball is in normal play rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field goal",1,1,1 ], "from a free throw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field goal",1,1,2 ], "a score of three points made by kicking the ball over the opponent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field goal",1,1,2 ], "crossbar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field guidance",1,1,1 ], "a method of guiding a missile to a point within a gravitational or radio field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field guidance",1,1,1 ], "by means of the properties of the field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field gun",1,1,1 ], "a gun specially designed for service in direct support of front-line troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field hockey",1,1,1 ], "hockey played on a field, as distinguished from ice hockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field hospital",1,1,1 ], "a temporary hospital set up on an isolated battle field for emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field hospital",1,1,1 ], "treatment; first-aid station" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field magnet",1,1,1 ], "a permanent magnet or an electromagnet that produces the magnetic field in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field magnet",1,1,1 ], "generator, electric motor, or similar device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field marshal",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding the highest rank in the British and certain other armies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field of force",1,1,1 ], "it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "field of force",1,1,1 ], "magnet, within which it can exert a force on another similar body not in contact with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field of force",1,1,1 ], "the region of space surrounding a body, such as a charged particle or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field of honour",1,1,1 ], "medieval times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field of honour",1,1,1 ], "the place or scene of a battle or duel, esp| of jousting tournaments in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding field rank, namely that of major, lieutenant colonel, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field officer",1,1,1 ], "colonel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field poppy",1,1,1 ], "another name for corn poppy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a breed of spaniel developed by crossing the cocker spaniel with the Sussex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field spaniel",1,1,1 ], "spaniel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field sports",1,1,1 ], "fishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field sports",1,1,1 ], "sports carried on in the open countryside, such as hunting, shooting, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field trial",1,1,1 ], "a test of or contest between gun dogs to determine their proficiency and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field trial",1,1,1 ], "standard of training in retrieving or pointing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field trial",1,1,2 ], "a test to display performance, efficiency, or durability, as of a vehicle or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field trial",1,1,2 ], "invention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field trip",1,1,1 ], "an expedition, as by a group of students or research workers, to study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field trip",1,1,1 ], "something at first hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field winding",1,1,1 ], "magnetic field intensity required to set up the electrical excitation in a generator or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field winding",1,1,1 ], "motor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "field winding",1,1,1 ], "the insulated current-carrying coils on a field magnet that produce the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field work",1,1,1 ], "an investigation or search for material, data, etc|, made in the field as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field work",1,1,1 ], "opposed to the classroom, laboratory, or official headquarters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,1 ], "an open tract of uncultivated grassland; meadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,10 ], "design is displayed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,10 ], "the surface or background, as of a flag, coin, or heraldic shield, on which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11 ], "the area within which an object may be observed with a telescope, microscope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,1 ], "a set of numbers in which the sum, difference, product, and quotient of any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,1 ], "a set of one or more characters comprising a unit of information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,1 ], "two members, excluding division by zero, are themselves members of the set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,2 ], "a region of space that is a vector field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,2 ], "a set of entities subject to two binary operations, addition and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,2 ], "multiplication, such that the set is a commutative group under addition and the set, minus the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,2 ], "the characters in a vertical column of a punched card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,2 ], "zero, is a commutative group under multiplication" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,3 ], "a region of space under the influence of some scalar quantity, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,11,3 ], "temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,12 ], "the open country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,13 ], "hold or keep the field| to maintain one's position in the face of opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,14 ], "in the field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,14,1 ], "Military| in an area in which operations are in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,14,2 ], "actively or closely involved with or working on something (rather than being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,14,2 ], "in a more remote or administrative position)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,15 ], "leave the field| Informal| to back out of a competition, contest, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,16 ], "operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,16 ], "take the field| to begin or carry on activity, esp| in sport or military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,17 ], "number of activities, people, or objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,17 ], "play the field| Informal| to disperse one's interests or attentions among a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,18 ], "for operations in the field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,18 ], "of or relating to equipment, personnel, etc|, specifically designed or trained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,2 ], "a piece of land cleared of trees and undergrowth, usually enclosed with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,2 ], "fence or hedge and used for pasture or growing crops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,3 ], "a limited or marked off area, usually of mown grass, on which any of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,3 ], "sports, athletic competitions, etc|, are held" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,4 ], "an area that is rich in minerals or other natural resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,5 ], "short for battlefield and airfield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,6 ], "the mounted followers that hunt with a pack of hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,7 ], "all the runners in a particular race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,8 ], "the fielders collectively, esp| with regard to their positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,9 ], "a wide or open expanse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,9,1 ], "a place away from the laboratory, office, library, etc|, usually out of doors," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,9,1 ], "an area of human activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,9,1 ], "where practical work is done or original material or data collected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,9,2 ], "a sphere or division of knowledge, interest, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,2,1 ], "to stop, catch, or return (the ball) as a fielder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,3,1 ], "to send (a player or team) onto the field to play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,4,1 ], "(of a player or team) to act or take turn as a fielder or fielders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field",1,5,1 ], "to deal with or handle, esp| adequately and by making a reciprocal gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field-effect transistor",1,1,1 ], "a unipolar transistor consisting of three or more electrode regions, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "field-effect transistor",1,1,1 ], "highly doped source and drain is controlled by the electric field arising from a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "field-effect transistor",1,1,1 ], "source, one or more gates, and the drain| A current flowing in a channel between the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field-effect transistor",1,1,1 ], "voltage applied between source and gate" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "field-holler",1,1,1 ], "Negro work songs, later integrated into the techniques of the blues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "field-holler",1,1,1 ], "a cry employing falsetto, portamento, and sudden changes of pitch, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fielder",1,1,1,1 ], "a player in the field|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fielder",1,1,1,2 ], "a member of the fielding rather than the batting side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieldfare",1,1,1 ], "a large Old World thrush, Turdus pilaris, having a pale grey head and rump," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieldfare",1,1,1 ], "brown wings and back, and a blackish tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fieldmouse",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal mouse of the genus Apodemus, inhabiting woods, fields, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieldmouse",1,1,1 ], "fruit, vegetables, seeds, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fieldmouse",1,1,1 ], "gardens of the Old World: family Muridae|They have yellowish-brown fur and feed on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fieldmouse",1,1,2 ], "a former name for vole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieldpiece",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a field gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieldsman",1,1,1 ], "another name for fielder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieldstone",1,1,1 ], "building stone found in fields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieldwork",1,1,1 ], "a temporary structure used in defending or fortifying a place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiend",1,1,1 ], "an evil spirit; demon; devil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiend",1,1,2 ], "a person who is extremely wicked, esp| in being very cruel or brutal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiend",1,1,2,1 ], "a person who is intensely interested in or fond of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiend",1,1,2,2 ], "an addict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiend",1,1,3 ], "a mischievous or spiteful person, esp| a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiendish",1,1,1 ], "of or like a fiend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiendish",1,1,2 ], "diabolically wicked or cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiendish",1,1,3 ], "extremely difficult or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fierce",1,1,1 ], "having a violent and unrestrained nature; savage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fierce",1,1,2 ], "wild or turbulent in force, action, or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fierce",1,1,3 ], "vehement, intense, or strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fierce",1,1,4 ], "very disagreeable or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieri facias",1,1,1 ], "a writ ordering a levy on the belongings of an adjudged debtor to satisfy the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fieri facias",1,1,1 ], "debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiery cross",1,1,1 ], "a burning cross, used as a symbol by the Ku Klux Klan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery cross",1,1,2 ], "Highlanders to summon the clans to battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiery cross",1,1,2 ], "a wooden cross with ends charred or dipped in blood formerly used by Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or composed of fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery",1,1,2 ], "resembling fire in heat, colour, ardour, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery",1,1,3 ], "easily angered or aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery",1,1,4 ], "(of food) producing a burning sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery",1,1,5 ], "(of the skin or a sore) inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery",1,1,6 ], "flammable or containing flammable gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiery",1,1,7 ], "(of a cricket pitch) making the ball bounce dangerously high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiesta",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Spain and Latin America) a religious festival or celebration, esp| on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiesta",1,1,1 ], "a saint's day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiesta",1,1,2 ], "a holiday or carnival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fife rail",1,1,1 ], "a rail at the base of a mast of a sailing vessel, fitted with pins for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fife rail",1,1,1 ], "belaying running rigging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fife",1,1,1 ], "a small high-pitched flute similar to the piccolo and usually having no keys," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fife",1,1,1 ], "used esp| in military bands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fife",1,2,1 ], "to play (music) on a fife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteen",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteen",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 15, XV, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteen",1,1,3 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 15 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteen",1,1,4 ], "a rugby football team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteen",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to fifteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteen",1,2,1,2 ], "fifteen of us danced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the fourteenth in order, position, time, etc| Often written 15th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,1,1,2 ], "the fifteenth of the month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 15 equal or nearly equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 15 (1/15)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,2,1 ], "an interval of two octaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,2,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,2,2 ], "the one higher in pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,2,3 ], "an organ stop of diapason quality sounding a note two octaves higher than that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifteenth",1,2,2,3 ], "normally produced by the key depressed; a two-foot stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fifth column",1,1,1 ], "(originally) a group of Falangist sympathizers in Madrid during the Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth column",1,1,1 ], "Civil War who were prepared to join the four columns of insurgents marching on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fifth column",1,1,1 ], "city" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fifth column",1,1,2 ], "any group of hostile or subversive infiltrators; an enemy in one's midst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth wheel",1,1,1 ], "a spare wheel for a four-wheeled vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth wheel",1,1,2 ], "a steering bearing that enables the front axle of a horse-drawn vehicle to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth wheel",1,1,2 ], "rotate relative to the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fifth wheel",1,1,3 ], "a superfluous or unnecessary person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the fourth in order, position, time, etc| Often written 5th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,1,1,2 ], "he came on the fifth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of five equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by five (1/5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,2,1 ], "inclusively along the diatonic scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,2,1 ], "the interval between one note and another five notes away from it counting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,2,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,2,3 ], "an additional high gear fitted to some vehicles, esp| certain sports cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,3,1 ], "after the fourth person, position, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,4,1 ], "as the fifth point: linking what follows with the previous statements, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifth",1,4,1 ], "speech or argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiftieth",1,1,1,1 ], "50th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fiftieth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of fifty in order, position, time, etc| Often written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiftieth",1,1,1,2 ], "the fiftieth in the series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiftieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 50 equal or approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiftieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiftieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 50 (1/50)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifty",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifty",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 50, L, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifty",1,1,3 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 50 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifty",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to fifty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifty",1,2,1,2 ], "fifty should be sufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fifty-fifty",1,2,1 ], "shared or sharing equally; in equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig leaf",1,1,1 ], "a leaf from a fig tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig leaf",1,1,2 ], "a representation of a fig leaf used in painting or sculpture to cover the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig leaf",1,1,2 ], "genitals of nude figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fig leaf",1,1,3 ], "a device intended to conceal something regarded as shameful or indecent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig marigold",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Mesembryanthemum, of southern Africa, having white," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig marigold",1,1,1 ], "yellow, or pink flowers and fleshy leaves: family Aizoaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,1 ], "any moraceous tree or shrub of the tropical and subtropical genus Ficus that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,1 ], "produces a closed pear-shaped receptacle which becomes fleshy and edible when mature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,2 ], "containing numerous seedlike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,2 ], "the receptacle of any of these trees, esp| of F| carica, having sweet flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,3 ], "any of various plants or trees having a fruit similar to this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,4 ], "Africa, having a capsular fruit containing edible pulp: family Aizoaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,4 ], "Hottentot or sour fig| a succulent plant, Mesembryanthemum edule, of southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,5 ], "something of negligible value; jot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,6 ], "a piece or segment from an orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,7 ], "an insulting gesture made with the thumb between the first two fingers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",1,1,7 ], "under the upper teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fig",2,1,1 ], "(tr|)(foll| by out or up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",2,1,2 ], "to dress (up) or rig (out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",2,1,3 ], "to administer stimulating drugs to (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",2,2,1 ], "dress, appearance, or array (esp| in the phrase in full fig)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig",2,2,2 ], "physical condition or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig-bird",1,1,1 ], "any Australian oriole of the genus Sphecotheres, feeding on figs and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig-bird",1,1,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fight off",1,1,1 ], "to struggle to avoid or repress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,1,1 ], "to oppose or struggle against (an enemy) in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,1,2 ], "to oppose or struggle against (a person, thing, cause, etc|) in any manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,2,1 ], "to engage in or carry on (a battle, contest, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to uphold or maintain (a cause, ideal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,2,2 ], "by fighting or struggling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,3,1 ], "to make or achieve (a way) by fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,4,1,1 ], "to box, as for a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,4,1,2 ], "to use aggressive rough tactics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,4,2 ], "to engage (another or others) in combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,4,3 ], "fight it out| to contend or struggle until a decisive result is obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,4,4 ], "fight shy| to keep aloof from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,5,1 ], "a battle, struggle, or physical combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,5,2 ], "a quarrel, dispute, or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,5,3 ], "resistance (esp| in the phrase to put up a fight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,5,4 ], "the desire to take part in physical combat (esp| in the phrase to show fight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fight",1,5,5 ], "a boxing match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighter",1,1,1 ], "a person who fights, esp| a professional boxer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighter",1,1,2 ], "a person who has determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighter",1,1,3 ], "an armed aircraft designed for destroying other aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighter-bomber",1,1,1 ], "a high-performance aircraft that combines the roles of fighter and bomber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighting chance",1,1,1 ], "a slight chance of success dependent on a struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighting cock",1,1,1 ], "another name for gamecock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighting cock",1,1,2 ], "a pugnacious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighting fish",1,1,1 ], "any of various labyrinth fishes of the genus Betta, esp| the Siamese fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fighting fish",1,1,1 ], "fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fighting top",1,1,1 ], "observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fighting top",1,1,1 ], "one of the gun platforms on the lower masts of sailing men-of-war, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figment",1,1,1 ], "a fantastic notion, invention, or fabrication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figuline",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figuline",1,2,1 ], "an article made of clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figural",1,1,1 ], "composed of or relating to human or animal figures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurant",1,1,1 ], "a ballet dancer who does group work but no solo roles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurant",1,1,2 ], "a minor character, esp| one who does not speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurate",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting or produced by figuration; florid or decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurate",1,1,2 ], "having a definite or particular shape or figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figuration",1,1,1,1 ], "the employment of characteristic patterns of notes, esp| in variations on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figuration",1,1,1,1 ], "theme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figuration",1,1,1,2 ], "decoration or florid ornamentation in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figuration",1,1,2 ], "or emblem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figuration",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of representing figuratively, as by means of allegory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figuration",1,1,3 ], "a figurative or emblematic representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figuration",1,1,4 ], "the act of decorating with a design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurative",1,1,1 ], "metaphorical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figurative",1,1,1 ], "of the nature of, resembling, or involving a figure of speech; not literal;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurative",1,1,2 ], "using or filled with figures of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurative",1,1,3 ], "representing by means of an emblem, likeness, figure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurative",1,1,4 ], "(in painting, sculpture, etc|) of, relating to, or characterized by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurative",1,1,4 ], "naturalistic representation of the external world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figure of eight",1,1,1 ], "an outline of the number 8 traced on ice by a skater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure of eight",1,1,2 ], "a flight manoeuvre by an aircraft outlining a figure 8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure of eight",1,1,3 ], "a knot in the shape of a figure 8 made to prevent the unreeving of a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure of speech",1,1,1 ], "an expression of language, such as simile, metaphor, or personification, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure of speech",1,1,1 ], "which the usual or literal meaning of a word is abandoned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figure on",1,1,1 ], "to depend on (support or help|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure on",1,1,2 ], "to take into consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure out",1,1,1 ], "to calculate or reckon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure out",1,1,2 ], "to understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure skating",1,1,1 ], "ice skating in which the skater traces outlines of selected patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,1 ], "any written symbol other than a letter, esp| a whole number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,10 ], "a representation in painting or sculpture, esp| of the human form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,11 ], "a representative object or symbol; emblem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,12 ], "a pattern or design, as on fabric or in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,13 ], "a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,14 ], "any combination of points, lines, curves, or planes| A plane figure, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,14 ], "circle, encloses an area; a solid figure, such as a sphere, encloses a volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,15 ], "one of four possible arrangements of the terms in the major and minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,15 ], "premisses of a syllogism that give the same conclusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,15,1 ], "a numeral written above or below a note in a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,15,2 ], "a characteristic short pattern of notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,2 ], "another name for digit ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,3 ], "an amount expressed numerically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,4 ], "calculations with numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,5 ], "visible shape or form; outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,6 ], "the human form, esp| as regards size or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,7 ], "a slim bodily shape (esp| in the phrases keep or lose one's figure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,8 ], "a character or personage, esp| a prominent or notable one; personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,9 ], "cut a fine, bold, etc|, figure)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,9 ], "the impression created by a person through behaviour (esp| in the phrase to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,1,9,1 ], "a person as impressed on the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,10,1 ], "to be included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,11,1 ], "to accord with expectation; be logical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to calculate or compute (sums, amounts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,3,1 ], "to think or conclude; consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,4,1 ], "to represent by a diagram or illustration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,5,1 ], "to pattern or mark with a design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,6,1 ], "to depict or portray in a painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,7,1 ], "to express by means of a figure of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,8,1 ], "to imagine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,9,1,1 ], "to decorate (a melody line or part) with ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,9,1,2 ], "accompanying harmonies required" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figure",1,9,1,2 ], "to provide figures above or below (a bass part) as an indication of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure-ground",1,1,1 ], "a concept in Gestalt psychology referring to the way in which a perceptual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figure-ground",1,1,1 ], "field is divided into an inseparable outstanding object and a background that form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figure-ground",1,1,1 ], "the basis of various optical illusions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "figured bass",1,1,1 ], "a shorthand method of indicating a thorough-bass part in which each bass note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figured bass",1,1,1 ], "is accompanied by figures indicating the intervals to be played in the chord above" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figured bass",1,1,1 ], "it in the realization" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "figured",1,1,1 ], "depicted as a figure in graphic art, painting, or sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figured",1,1,2 ], "decorated or patterned with a design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figured",1,1,3 ], "having a form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figured",1,1,3,1 ], "ornamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figured",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a bass part) provided with numerals indicating accompanying harmonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurehead",1,1,1 ], "a person nominally having a prominent position, but no real authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurehead",1,1,2 ], "a carved bust or full-length figure at the upper end of the stems of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figurehead",1,1,2 ], "sailing vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "figurine",1,1,1 ], "a small carved or moulded figure; statuette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figwort",1,1,1 ], "any scrophulariaceous plant of the N temperate genus Scrophularia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "figwort",1,1,1 ], "square stems and small greenish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fig|",1,1,1 ], "figurative(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fig|",1,1,2 ], "figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filagree",1,3,1 ], "a less common spelling of filigree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,1 ], "heated to incandescence by an electric current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,1 ], "the thin wire, usually tungsten, inside a light bulb that emits light when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,2 ], "a high-resistance wire or ribbon, forming the cathode in some valves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,3 ], "a single strand of a natural or synthetic fibre; fibril" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,3,1 ], "the stalk of a stamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,3,2 ], "any of the long slender chains of cells into which some algae and fungi are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,3,2 ], "divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,4 ], "the barb of a down feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filament",1,1,5 ], "any slender structure or part, such as the tail of a spermatozoon; filum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filar",1,1,1 ], "of thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filar",1,1,2 ], "(of an optical instrument) having fine threads across the eyepiece forming a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filar",1,1,2 ], "reticle or set of cross wires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filaria",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic nematode worm of the family Filariidae, living in the blood and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filaria",1,1,1 ], "tissues of vertebrates and transmitted by insects: the cause of filariasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filariasis",1,1,1 ], "a disease common in tropical and subtropical countries resulting from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filariasis",1,1,1 ], "infestation of the lymphatic system with the nematode worms Wuchereria bancrofti or Brugia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filariasis",1,1,1 ], "lymphatic vessels" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "filariasis",1,1,1 ], "malayi, transmitted by mosquitoes: characterized by inflammation and obstruction of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "filature",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of spinning silk, etc|, into threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filature",1,1,2 ], "the reel used for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filature",1,1,3 ], "a place where such spinning or reeling is done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filbert",1,1,1 ], "any of several N temperate shrubs of the genus Corylus, esp| C| maxima, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filbert",1,1,1 ], "have edible rounded brown nuts: family Corylaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filbert",1,1,2 ], "and in the U|S|: cobnut| the nut of any of these shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filch",1,1,1 ], "to steal or take surreptitiously in small amounts pilfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,1 ], "a folder, box, etc|, used to keep documents or other items in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,2 ], "the documents, etc|, kept in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,3 ], "documents or information about a specific subject, person, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,4 ], "an orderly line or row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,5 ], "a line of people in marching formation, one behind another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,6 ], "any of the eight vertical rows of squares on a chessboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,7 ], "a block of data that can be accessed by means of its unique address from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,7 ], "storage device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,8 ], "a list or catalogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,1,9 ], "on file| recorded or catalogued for reference, as in a file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,2,1 ], "to place (a document, letter, etc|) in a file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,3,1 ], "record; register" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,3,1 ], "to put on record, esp| to place (a legal document) on public or official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,4,1 ], "to bring (a suit, esp| a divorce suit) in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,5,1 ], "to submit (copy) to a newspaper or news agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",1,6,1 ], "to march or walk in a file or files" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",2,1,1 ], "a hand tool consisting essentially of a steel blade with small cutting teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",2,1,1 ], "on some or all of its faces| It is used for shaping or smoothing metal, wood, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "file",2,1,2 ], "a cunning or deceitful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",2,2,1 ], "to shape or smooth (a surface) with a file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "file",3,1,1 ], "to pollute or defile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filecard",1,1,1 ], "a type of brush with sharp steel bristles, used for cleaning the teeth of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filecard",1,1,1 ], "file" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filefish",1,1,1 ], "any tropical triggerfish, such as Alutera scripta, having a narrow compressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filefish",1,1,1 ], "body and a very long dorsal spine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filet mignon",1,1,1 ], "a small tender boneless cut of beef from the inside of the loin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fillet (senses 1-3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filial",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or suitable to a son or daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filial",1,1,2 ], "designating any of the generations following the parental generation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiate",1,1,1 ], "to fix judicially the paternity of (a child, esp| one born out of wedlock)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for affiliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiate",1,1,3 ], "to affiliate or associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiation",1,1,1 ], "line of descent; lineage; derivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiation",1,1,2 ], "the fact of being the child of certain parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiation",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of filiating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiation",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for affiliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiation",1,1,5 ], "social consequences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filiation",1,1,5 ], "the set of rules governing the attachment of children to their parents and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filibeg",1,1,1 ], "the kilt worn by Scottish Highlanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filibuster",1,1,1 ], "speeches and other delaying tactics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filibuster",1,1,1 ], "the process or an instance of obstructing legislation by means of long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filibuster",1,1,2 ], "a legislator who engages in such obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filibuster",1,1,3 ], "a buccaneer, freebooter, or irregular military adventurer, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filibuster",1,1,3 ], "revolutionary in a foreign country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filibuster",1,2,1 ], "to obstruct (legislation) with delaying tactics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filibuster",1,3,1 ], "to engage in unlawful and private military action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filicide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing one's own son or daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filicide",1,1,2 ], "a person who does this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filiform",1,1,1 ], "having the form of a thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filigree",1,1,1 ], "delicate ornamental work of twisted gold, silver, or other wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filigree",1,1,2 ], "any fanciful delicate ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filigree",1,2,1 ], "made of or as if with filigree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filigree",1,3,1 ], "(tr|) to decorate with or as if with filigree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filing clerk",1,1,1 ], "an employee who maintains office files" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filings",1,1,1 ], "shavings or particles removed by a file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill away",1,1,1 ], "bracing the yards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fill away",1,1,1 ], "to cause a vessel's sails to fill, either by steering it off the wind or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 1, 1],"to complete (a form, drawing, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 2, 1],"to act as a substitute",1). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 3, 1],"surface",2). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 3, 1],"to put material into (a hole or cavity), esp| so as to make it level with a",1). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 4, 1],"to inform with facts or news",1). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 5, 1],"to attack and injure severely",1). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 6, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 6, 2],"a substitute",1). c_DEF([ "fill in" ,1, 6, 3],"a briefing to complete one's understanding",1). c_DEF([ "fill out",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fuller, thicker, or rounder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill out",1,1,2 ], "to make more substantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill out",1,2,1 ], "to complete (a form, application, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill up" ,1, 1, 1],"to complete (a form, application, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "fill up" ,1, 1, 2],"to make or become completely full",1). c_DEF([ "fill up" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "fill up" ,1, 2, 2],"the act of filling something completely, esp| the petrol tank of a car",1). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,1 ], "to make or become full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,10 ], "to increase the bulk of by adding an inferior substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,11 ], "to complete (a full house, etc|) by drawing the cards needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,12 ], "to put together the necessary materials for (a prescription or order)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,13 ], "fill the bill| Informal| to serve or perform adequately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,2 ], "to occupy the whole of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,3 ], "to plug (a gap, crevice, cavity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,4 ], "to meet (a requirement or need) satisfactorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,5 ], "to cover (a page or blank space) with writing, drawing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,6 ], "to hold and perform the duties of (an office or position)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,7 ], "to appoint or elect an occupant to (an office or position)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,8 ], "to build up (ground) with fill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,9 ], "to swell or cause to swell with wind, as in manoeuvring the sails of a sailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,1,9 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,2,1 ], "material such as gravel, stones, etc|, used to bring an area of ground up to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,2,1 ], "required level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fill",1,2,2 ], "one's fill| the quantity needed to satisfy one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillagree",1,3,1 ], "a less common spelling of filigree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fille de joie",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filled gold",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for rolled gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler cap",1,1,1 ], "a device sealing the filling pipe to the petrol tank in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that fills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,2 ], "an object or substance used to add weight or size to something or to fill in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,2 ], "gap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,3 ], "a paste, used for filling in cracks, holes, etc|, in a surface before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,3 ], "painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,4 ], "a small joist inserted between and supported by two beams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,4,1 ], "the inner portion of a cigar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,4,2 ], "the cut tobacco for making cigarettes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,5 ], "articles, photographs, etc|, to fill space between more important articles in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,5 ], "the layout of a newspaper or magazine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,6 ], "presentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filler",1,1,6 ], "something, such as a musical selection, to fill time in a broadcast or stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,1,1 ], "fillet steak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,10 ], "Technical name: lemniscus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,10 ], "a band of sensory nerve fibres in the brain connected to the thalamus|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,10,1 ], "a narrow decorative line, impressed on the cover of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,10,2 ], "a wheel tool used to impress such lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,11 ], "another name for fairing ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,2 ], "a strip of boneless meat, esp| the undercut of a sirloin of beef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,2,2 ], "the boned side of a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,2,3 ], "the white meat of breast and wing of a chicken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,3 ], "a narrow strip of any material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,4 ], "a thin strip of ribbon, lace, etc|, worn in the hair or around the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,5 ], "a narrow flat moulding, esp| one between other mouldings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,6 ], "a narrow band between two adjacent flutings on the shaft of a column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,7 ], "a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,8 ], "a horizontal division of a shield, one quarter of the depth of the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,1,9 ], "the top member of a cornice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,2,1 ], "to cut or prepare (meat or fish) as a fillet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,2,2 ], "to cut fillets from (meat or fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillet",1,2,3 ], "to bind or decorate with or as if with a fillet|Also (for senses 1-3): filet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filling station",1,1,1 ], "a place where petrol and other supplies for motorists are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filling",1,1,1 ], "the substance or thing used to fill a space or container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filling",1,1,2 ], "any of various substances (metal, plastic, etc|) for inserting into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filling",1,1,2 ], "prepared cavity of a tooth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filling",1,1,3 ], "another term for weft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillip",1,1,1 ], "something that adds stimulation or enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillip",1,1,2 ], "releasing it outwards to produce a snapping sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fillip",1,1,2 ], "the action of holding a finger towards the palm with the thumb and suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillip",1,1,3 ], "a quick blow or tap made by a finger snapped in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillip",1,2,1 ], "to stimulate or excite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillip",1,3,1 ], "to strike or project sharply with a fillip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillip",1,4,1 ], "to make a fillip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillister",1,1,1 ], "an adjustable plane for cutting rabbets, grooves, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fillister",1,1,2 ], "a rabbet or groove, esp| one in a window sash bar for a pane of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filly",1,1,1 ], "a female horse or pony under the age of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filly",1,1,2 ], "a spirited girl or young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film library",1,1,1 ], "a collection of films as archives or for loan or hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film pack",1,1,1 ], "a box containing several sheets of film for use in a plate camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film star",1,1,1 ], "a popular film actor or actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film strip",1,1,1 ], "a strip of film composed of different images projected separately as slides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,1,1 ], "a sequence of images of moving objects photographed by a camera and providing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,1,1 ], "the optical illusion of continuous movement when projected onto a screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,1,2 ], "a form of entertainment, information, etc|, composed of such a sequence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,1,2 ], "images and shown in a cinema, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,2 ], "a thin flexible strip of cellulose coated with a photographic emulsion, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,2 ], "to make negatives and transparencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,3 ], "a thin coating or layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,4 ], "a thin sheet of any material, as of plastic for packaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,5 ], "a fine haze, mist, or blur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,6 ], "a gauzy web of filaments or fine threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,1,7 ], "an abnormally opaque tissue, such as the cornea in some eye diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,2,1,1 ], "to photograph with a cine camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,2,1,2 ], "to make a film of (a screenplay, event, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "film",1,2,2 ], "to cover or become covered or coated with a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmography",1,1,1 ], "a list of the films made by a particular director, actor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmography",1,1,2 ], "any writing that deals with films or the cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmset",1,1,1 ], "to set (type matter) by filmsetting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmsetting",1,1,1 ], "printing plates are made| U|S| name: photocomposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filmsetting",1,1,1 ], "typesetting by exposing type characters onto photographic film from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmy fern",1,1,1 ], "any fern of the family Hymenophyllaceae, growing in humid regions and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmy fern",1,1,1 ], "thin translucent leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filmy",1,1,1 ], "filmier, filmiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmy",1,1,2 ], "composed of or resembling film; transparent or gauzy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filmy",1,1,3 ], "covered with or as if with a film; hazy; blurred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filoplume",1,1,1 ], "any of the hairlike feathers that lack vanes and occur between the contour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filoplume",1,1,1 ], "feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filose",1,1,1 ], "resembling or possessing a thread or threadlike process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filoselle",1,1,1 ], "soft silk thread, used esp| for embroidery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fils",1,1,1 ], "an addition to a French surname to specify the son rather than the father of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fils",1,1,1 ], "the same name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fils",2,1,1 ], "a fractional monetary unit of Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, and Southern Yemen worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fils",2,1,1 ], "one thousandth of a dinar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter bed",1,1,1 ], "a layer of sand or gravel in a tank or reservoir through which a liquid is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter bed",1,1,1 ], "passed so as to purify it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter bed",1,1,2 ], "any layer of material through which a liquid is passed so as to filter it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter out",1,1,1 ], "to become known gradually leak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter paper",1,1,1 ], "a porous paper used for filtering liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter press",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus used for filtration consisting of a set of frames covered with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter press",1,1,1 ], "filter cloth on both sides, between which the liquid to be filtered is pumped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter pump",1,1,1 ], "a vacuum pump used to assist laboratory filtrations in which a jet of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter pump",1,1,1 ], "inside a glass tube entrains air molecules from the system to be evacuated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter tip",1,1,1 ], "an attachment to the mouth end of a cigarette for trapping impurities such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter tip",1,1,1 ], "cotton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "filter tip",1,1,1 ], "tar during smoking| It consists of any of various dense porous substances, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter tip",1,1,2 ], "a cigarette having such an attachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,1 ], "a porous substance, such as paper or sand, that allows fluid to pass but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,1 ], "retains suspended solid particles: used to clean fluids or collect solid particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,2 ], "any device containing such a porous substance for separating suspensions from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,2 ], "fluids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,3 ], "any of various porous substances built into the mouth end of a cigarette or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,3 ], "cigar for absorbing impurities such as tar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,4 ], "any electronic, optical, or acoustic device that blocks signals or radiations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,4 ], "of certain frequencies while allowing others to pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,5 ], "any transparent disc of gelatin or glass used to eliminate or reduce the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,5 ], "intensity of given frequencies from the light leaving a lamp, entering a camera, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,6 ], "a traffic signal at a road junction consisting of a green arrow which when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,1,6 ], "illuminated permits vehicles to turn either left or right when the main signals are red" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to remove or separate (suspended particles, wavelengths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,2,1 ], "filter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,2,1 ], "of radiation, etc|) from (a liquid, gas, radiation, etc|) by the action of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,3,1 ], "to obtain by filtering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,4,1 ], "to pass (through a filter or something like a filter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filter",1,5,1 ], "to flow slowly; trickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filterable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being filtered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filterable",1,1,2 ], "(of most viruses and certain bacteria) capable of passing through the pores of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filterable",1,1,2 ], "a fine filter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "filth",1,1,1 ], "foul or disgusting dirt; refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filth",1,1,2 ], "extreme physical or moral uncleanliness; pollution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filth",1,1,3 ], "vulgarity or obscenity, as in language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filthy",1,1,1 ], "filthier, filthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filthy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or full of filth; very dirty or obscene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filthy",1,1,3 ], "offensive or vicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filthy",1,1,4 ], "extremely unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filtrate",1,1,1 ], "a liquid or gas that has been filtered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filtrate",1,2,1 ], "another name for filter ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filtration",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of filtering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "filum",1,1,1 ], "any threadlike structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimble",1,1,1 ], "the male plant of the hemp, which matures before the female plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbria",1,1,1 ], "a fringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,1 ], "any of the firm appendages that are the organs of locomotion and balance in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,1 ], "fimbriated, or fimbrillate adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,1 ], "fishes and some other aquatic animals|Most fishes have paired and unpaired fins, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,1 ], "former corresponding to the limbs of higher vertebrates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,2 ], "a part or appendage that resembles a fin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,2 ], "having a fringed margin, as some petals, antennae, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,4 ], "a vertical surface to which the rudder is attached, usually placed at the rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,4 ], "of an aeroplane to give stability about the vertical axis|U|S| name: vertical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,4 ], "stabilizer|b" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,5 ], "an aerofoil fixed to a rocket or missile to give stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,6 ], "a fixed or adjustable blade projecting under water from the hull of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,6 ], "to give it stability or control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,7 ], "a projecting rib to dissipate heat from the surface of an engine cylinder," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,7 ], "motor casing, or radiator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,1,8 ], "(often pl|) another name for flipper ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to provide with fins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,2,2 ], "(tr|) to remove the fins from (a dead fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fimbriate",1,2,3 ], "(intr|) (esp| of a whale) to agitate the fins violently in the water|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fin keel",1,1,1 ], "a projection from the keel of a vessel to give it additional stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fin",2,1,1 ], "a five-dollar bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finable",1,1,1 ], "liable to a fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finagle",1,2,1 ], "to get or achieve by trickery, craftiness, or persuasion; wangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finagle",1,2,2 ], "to use trickery or craftiness on (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final cause",1,1,1 ], "the end or purpose of a thing or process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,1,1 ], "of or occurring at the end; concluding; ultimate; last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,1,2 ], "decisive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,1,2 ], "having no possibility for further discussion, action, or change; conclusive;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,1,3 ], "relating to or constituting an end or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,1,4 ], "at the end of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,1,5 ], "another word for perfect (sense 9b|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,2,1 ], "a terminal or last thing; end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,2,2 ], "a deciding contest between the winners of previous rounds in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "final",1,2,3 ], "the tonic note of a church mode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finale",1,1,1 ], "the concluding part of any performance or presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finale",1,1,2 ], "the closing section or movement of a musical composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finalism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that final causes determine the course of all events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finalist",1,1,1 ], "a contestant who has reached the last and decisive stage of a sports or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finalist",1,1,1 ], "competition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finality",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being final or settled; conclusiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finality",1,1,2 ], "a final or conclusive act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finality",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine of the efficacy of final causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finalize" ,1, 1, 1],"to put into final form; settle",1). c_DEF([ "finalize" ,1, 2, 1],"to complete arrangements or negotiations; reach agreement on a transaction",1). c_DEF([ "finally",1,1,1 ], "after a long delay; at last; eventually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finally",1,1,2 ], "at the end or final point; lastly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finally",1,1,3 ], "completely; conclusively; irrevocably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finally",1,2,1 ], "in the end; lastly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finally",1,2,2 ], "as in a speech or argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finally",1,2,2 ], "as the last or final point: linking what follows with the previous statements," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finals",1,1,1 ], "the deciding part or parts of a sports or other competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finals",1,1,2 ], "the last examination series in an academic or professional course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finance bill",1,1,1 ], "a legislative bill providing money for the public treasury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finance company",1,1,1 ], "an enterprise engaged in the loan of money against collateral or speculatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finance company",1,1,1 ], "hire-purchase contracts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "finance company",1,1,1 ], "to manufacturers and retailers, esp| one specializing in the financing of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finance",1,1,1 ], "and expenditures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finance",1,1,1 ], "the system of money, credit, etc|, esp| with respect to government revenues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finance",1,1,2 ], "funds or the provision of funds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finance",1,1,3 ], "funds; financial condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finance",1,2,1 ], "to provide or obtain funds, capital, or credit for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finance",1,3,1 ], "to manage or secure financial resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "financial year",1,1,1 ], "any annual period at the end of which a firm's accounts are made up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "financial year",1,1,2 ], "British Government and which functions as the income-tax year| U|S| equivalent: fiscal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "financial year",1,1,2 ], "the annual period ending April 5, over which Budget estimates are made by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "financial year",1,1,2 ], "year" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "financial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to finance or finances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "financial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to persons who manage money, capital, or credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "financier",1,1,1 ], "a person who is engaged or skilled in large-scale financial operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finback",1,1,1 ], "another name for rorqual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finch",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the family Fringillidae, having a short stout bill for feeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finch",1,1,1 ], "on seeds and, in most species, a bright plumage in the male| Common examples are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finch",1,1,1 ], "the goldfinch, bullfinch, chaffinch, siskin, and canary" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "finch",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to meet with or discover by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,10 ], "to be able to pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,11 ], "find oneself| to accept and make use of one's personality and interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,12 ], "find one's feet| to become capable or confident, as in a new job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,2 ], "to discover or obtain, esp| by search or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,3 ], "to become aware of; realize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,4 ], "to regard as being; consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,5 ], "to look for and point out (something to be criticized)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,6 ], "to determine an issue after judicial inquiry and pronounce a verdict (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,7 ], "to regain (something lost or not functioning)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,8 ], "to reach (a target)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,1,9 ], "to provide, esp| with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "find",1,2,1 ], "a person, thing, etc|, that is found, esp| a valuable or fortunate discovery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine art",1,1,1 ], "art produced chiefly for its aesthetic value, as opposed to applied art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine art",1,1,2 ], "any of the fields in which such art is produced, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine art",1,1,2 ], "as painting, sculpture, and engraving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fine print",1,1,1 ], "matter set in small type, as in a contract, esp| considered as containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine print",1,1,1 ], "unfavourable conditions that the signer might overlook" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fine structure",1,1,1 ], "a result of interaction between the spin and orbital angular momenta of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fine structure",1,1,1 ], "atomic electrons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fine structure",1,1,1 ], "the splitting of a spectral line into two or more closely spaced components as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,1 ], "a certain amount of money exacted as a penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,2 ], "a payment made by a tenant at the start of his tenancy to reduce his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,2 ], "subsequent rent; premium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,3 ], "a sum of money paid by a man to his lord, esp| for a privilege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,4 ], "a method of transferring land in England by bringing a fictitious law suit:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,4 ], "abolished 1833" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,5 ], "a penalty of any sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,6 ], "in fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,6,1 ], "in short; briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,1,6,2 ], "in conclusion; finally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",2,2,1 ], "to impose a fine on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",3,1,1 ], "the point at which a piece is to end, usually after a da capo or dal segno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",3,1,2 ], "an ending or finale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine",4,1,1 ], "brandy of ordinary quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-cut",1,1,1 ], "(of tobacco) finely cut or shredded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-draw",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to sew together so finely that the join is scarcely noticeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-draw",1,1,2 ], "its diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fine-draw",1,1,2 ], "to carry out the last drawing-out operation on (wire, tube, etc|) to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-drawn",1,1,1 ], "(of arguments, distinctions, etc|) precise or subtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-drawn",1,1,2 ], "(of wire, etc|) drawn out until very fine; attenuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-drawn",1,1,3 ], "(of features, etc|) delicate or refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-grain",1,1,1 ], "having or producing an image with grain of inconspicuous size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-grained",1,1,1 ], "(of wood, leather, etc|) having a fine smooth even grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-tooth comb",1,1,1 ], "a comb with fine teeth set closely together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fine-tooth comb",1,1,2 ], "go over or through with a fine-toothcomb| to examine very thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fineable",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of finable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finely",1,1,1 ], "into small pieces; minutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finely",1,1,2 ], "precisely or subtly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finely",1,1,3 ], "splendidly or delicately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fineness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fineness",1,1,2 ], "a measurement of the purity of precious metal, expressed as the number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fineness",1,1,2 ], "parts per thousand that is precious metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finery",1,1,1 ], "elaborate or showy decoration, esp| clothing and jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finery",2,1,1 ], "a hearth for converting cast iron into wrought iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fines herbes",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of finely chopped herbs, used to flavour omelettes, salads, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finespun",1,1,1 ], "spun or drawn out to a fine thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finespun",1,1,2 ], "excessively subtle or refined; not practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,1,1 ], "elegant skill in style or performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,1,2 ], "subtlety and tact in handling difficult situations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,1,3 ], "an attempt to win a trick when opponents hold a high card in the suit led by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,1,3 ], "card|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,1,3 ], "playing a lower card, hoping the opponent who has already played holds the missing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,1,4 ], "a trick, artifice, or strategy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,2,1 ], "to manage or bring about with finesse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finesse",1,2,2 ], "to play (a card) as a finesse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finfoot",1,1,1 ], "Gruiformes (cranes, rails etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "finfoot",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the tropical and subtropical family Heliornithidae, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finfoot",1,1,1 ], "broadly lobed toes, a long slender head and neck, and pale brown plumage: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finger bowl",1,1,1 ], "a small bowl filled with water for rinsing the fingers at the table after a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger bowl",1,1,1 ], "meal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finger painting",1,1,1 ], "pigments, using the fingers, hand, or arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finger painting",1,1,1 ], "the process or art of painting with finger paints of starch, glycerin, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger painting",1,1,2 ], "a painting made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger post",1,1,1 ], "a signpost showing a pointing finger or hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger tight",1,1,1 ], "made as tight as possible by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger wave",1,1,1 ], "a wave set in wet hair by using fingers and comb only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the digits of the hand, often excluding the thumb| Technical name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,1,1 ], "digitus manus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,1,3 ], "a fingernail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,10 ], "lay a finger on| to harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,11 ], "lay or put one's finger on| to indicate, identify, or locate accurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,12 ], "not lift a finger| not to make any effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,13 ], "(to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,14 ], "let slip through one's fingers| to allow to escape; miss narrowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,15 ], "or influence over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,15 ], "twist or wrap around one's little finger| to have easy and complete control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,16 ], "put the finger on| Informal, chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,16,1 ], "to inform on or identify, esp| for the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,16,2 ], "to choose (the victim or location of an intended crime)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,2 ], "the part of a glove made to cover a finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,3 ], "something that resembles a finger in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,4 ], "the length or width of a finger used as a unit of measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,5 ], "a quantity of liquid in a glass, etc|, as deep as a finger is wide; tot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,6 ], "a projecting machine part, esp| one serving as an indicator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,7 ], "burn one's fingers| to suffer as a result of incautious or meddlesome action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,8 ], "esp| after initial delay or slackness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,8 ], "get or pull one's finger out| Brit| informal| to begin or speed up activity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,9 ], "have a finger in the pie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,9,1 ], "to have an interest in or take part in some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,1,9,2 ], "to meddle or interfere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,2,1 ], "to touch or manipulate with the fingers; handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,3,1 ], "to put the finger on (see sense 15)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,4,1 ], "to extend like a finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,4,2 ], "to use one's fingers in playing (an instrument, such as a piano or clarinet)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,4,3 ], "harpsichordist, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,4,3 ], "to indicate on (a composition or part) the fingering required by a pianist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finger",1,5,1 ], "to arrange the keys of (a clarinet, flute, etc|) for playing in a certain way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingerboard",1,1,1 ], "instrument upon which the strings are stopped by the fingers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fingerboard",1,1,1 ], "the long strip of hard wood on a violin, guitar, or related stringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingerbreadth",1,1,1 ], "the width of a finger, used as an indication of length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingered",1,1,1 ], "marked or dirtied by handling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingered",1,1,1,1 ], "having a finger or fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingered",1,1,1,2 ], "nine-fingered; red-fingered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingered",1,1,2 ], "(of a musical part) having numerals indicating the necessary fingering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingering",1,1,1 ], "esp| the piano" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fingering",1,1,1 ], "the technique or art of using one's fingers in playing a musical instrument," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingering",1,1,2 ], "the numerals in a musical part indicating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingerling",1,1,1 ], "a very young fish, esp| the parr of salmon or trout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingerling",1,1,2 ], "a diminutive creature or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingermark",1,1,1 ], "a mark left by dirty or greasy fingers on paintwork, walls, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingernail",1,1,1 ], "a thin horny translucent plate covering part of the dorsal surface of the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingernail",1,1,1 ], "joint of each finger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fingerprint",1,1,1 ], "an impression of the pattern of ridges on the palmar surface of the end joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingerprint",1,1,1 ], "of each finger and thumb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fingerprint",1,1,2 ], "any identifying characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingerprint",1,2,1 ], "to take an inked impression of the fingerprints of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingerstall",1,1,1 ], "a protective covering for a finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingertip",1,1,1 ], "the end joint or tip of a finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingertip",1,1,2 ], "another term for fingerstall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fingertip",1,1,3 ], "at one's fingertips| readily available and within one's mental grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finial",1,1,1 ], "an ornament on top of a spire, gable, etc|, esp| in the form of a foliated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finial",1,1,1 ], "fleur-de-lis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finial",1,1,2 ], "an ornament at the top of a piece of furniture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finicky",1,1,1 ], "excessively particular, as in tastes or standards; fussy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finicky",1,1,2 ], "full of trivial detail; overelaborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fining",1,1,1 ], "the process of removing undissolved gas bubbles from molten glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fining",1,1,2 ], "the process of clarifying liquors by the addition of a coagulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fining",1,1,3 ], "a substance, such as isinglass, added to wine, beer, etc|, to clarify it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finis",1,1,1 ], "the end finish: used at the end of books, films, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,1,1 ], "to bring to an end; complete, conclude, or stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,2,1 ], "to be at or come to the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,2,2 ], "to bring to a desired or complete condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,2,3 ], "to put a particular surface texture on (wood, cloth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by off) to destroy or defeat completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,2,5 ], "to train (a person) in social graces and talents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,2,5,1 ], "to end a relationship or association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,2,5,2 ], "to stop punishing a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,1 ], "the final or last stage or part; end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,1,1 ], "conflict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,1,1 ], "the death, destruction, or absolute defeat of a person or one side in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,1,1 ], "the surface texture or appearance of wood, cloth, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,1,2 ], "a preparation, such as varnish, used to produce such a texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,1,2 ], "the person, event, or thing that brings this about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,2 ], "a thing, event, etc|, that completes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,3 ], "completeness and high quality of workmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,4 ], "refinement in social graces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finish",1,3,5 ], "ability to sprint at the end of a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finished",1,1,1 ], "perfected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finished",1,1,2 ], "at the end of a task, activity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finished",1,1,3 ], "without further hope of success or continuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finishing school",1,1,1 ], "a private school for girls that prepares them for society by teaching social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finishing school",1,1,1 ], "graces and accomplishments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "finite",1,1,1 ], "bounded in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finite",1,1,2 ], "having a limited or countable number of digits, terms, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finite",1,1,2,1 ], "limited or restricted in nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finite",1,1,2,2 ], "the finite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finite",1,1,3 ], "denoting any form or occurrence of a verb inflected for grammatical features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finite",1,1,3 ], "such as person, number, and tense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fink out",1,1,1 ], "to fail to carry something out or through; give up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fink",1,1,1 ], "a strikebreaker; blackleg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fink",1,1,2 ], "an informer, such as one working for the police; spy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fink",1,1,3 ], "an unpleasant, disappointing, or contemptible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fink",1,2,1 ], "to inform (on someone), as to the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finnan haddock",1,1,1 ], "smoked haddock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finned",1,1,1 ], "having one or more fins or finlike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finner",1,1,1 ], "another name for rorqual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finny",1,1,2 ], "relating to or containing many fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finny",1,1,3 ], "having or resembling a fin or fins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fino",1,1,1 ], "a very dry sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finochio",1,1,1 ], "a variety of fennel, Foeniculum vulgare dulce, with thickened stalks that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "finochio",1,1,1 ], "resemble celery and are eaten as a vegetable, esp| in S Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fin|",1,1,1 ], "finance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fin|",1,1,2 ], "financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fin|",1,1,3 ], "finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiord",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fjord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiorin",1,1,1 ], "a temperate perennial grass, Agrostis stolonifera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiorin",1,1,1 ], "grass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fipple flute",1,1,1 ], "an end-blown flute provided with a fipple, such as the recorder or flageolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fipple",1,1,1 ], "a wooden plug forming a flue in the end of a pipe, as the mouthpiece of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fipple",1,1,1 ], "recorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fipple",1,1,2 ], "a similar device in an organ pipe with a flutelike tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fir",1,1,1 ], "any pyramidal coniferous tree of the N temperate genus Abies, having single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fir",1,1,1 ], "needle-like leaves and erect cones: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fir",1,1,2 ], "any of various other trees of the family Pinaceae, such as the Douglas fir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fir",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire alarm",1,1,1 ], "a device to give warning of fire, esp| a bell, siren, or hooter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire alarm",1,1,2 ], "a shout to warn that a fire has broken out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire ant",1,1,1 ], "any mound-building predatory ant of the genus Solenopsis, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire ant",1,1,1 ], "subtropical America, that can inflict a painful sting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire away",1,1,1 ], "to begin to speak or to ask questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire blight",1,1,1 ], "Erwinia amylovora and characterized by blackening of the blossoms and leaves, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire blight",1,1,1 ], "a disease of apples, pears, and similar fruit trees, caused by the bacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire blight",1,1,1 ], "cankers on the branches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fire brigade",1,1,1 ], "an organized body of firemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire clay",1,1,1 ], "a heat-resistant clay used in the making of firebricks, furnace linings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire company",1,1,1 ], "an insurance company selling policies relating to fire risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire company",1,1,2 ], "an organized body of firemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire control",1,1,1 ], "the procedures by which weapons are brought to engage a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire department",1,1,1 ], "extinguishing of fires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire department",1,1,1 ], "the department of a local authority responsible for the prevention and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire drill",1,1,1 ], "a rehearsal of duties or escape procedures to be followed in case of fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire engine",1,1,1 ], "a heavy road vehicle that carries firemen and fire-fighting equipment to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire engine",1,1,1 ], "fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire escape",1,1,1 ], "a means of evacuating persons from a building in the event of fire, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire escape",1,1,1 ], "metal staircase outside the building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire hydrant",1,1,1 ], "a hydrant for use as an emergency supply for fighting fires, esp| one in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire hydrant",1,1,1 ], "street" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire insurance",1,1,1 ], "insurance covering damage or loss caused by fire or lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire irons",1,1,1 ], "metal fireside implements, such as poker, shovel, and tongs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire marshal",1,1,1 ], "a public official responsible for investigating the causes of fires, enforcing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire marshal",1,1,1 ], "fire prevention laws, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire marshal",1,1,2 ], "the head of a fire prevention organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire opal",1,1,1 ], "an orange-red translucent variety of opal, valued as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire power",1,1,1 ], "the capability of delivering fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire raiser",1,1,1 ], "a person who deliberately sets fire to property, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire screen",1,1,1 ], "a decorative screen placed in the hearth when there is no fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire screen",1,1,2 ], "a screen placed before a fire to protect the face from intense heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire ship",1,1,1 ], "a vessel loaded with explosives and used, esp| formerly, as a bomb by igniting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire ship",1,1,1 ], "it and directing it to drift among an enemy's warships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire station",1,1,1 ], "a building where fire-fighting vehicles and equipment are stationed and where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire station",1,1,1 ], "firemen on duty wait" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire walking",1,1,1 ], "a religious rite in which people walk barefoot over white-hot ashes, stones," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire walking",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire wall",1,1,1 ], "a fireproof wall or partition used to impede the progress of a fire, as from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire wall",1,1,1 ], "one room or compartment to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fire watcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who watches for fires, esp| those caused by aerial bombardment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a mass of burning coal, wood, etc|, used esp| in a hearth to heat a room",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"firewood; firelighter",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 10],"fever and inflammation",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 11],"a severe trial or torment (esp| in the phrase go through fire and water)",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 12],"between two fires| under attack from two sides",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 13],"catch fire| to ignite",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 14, 1],"to delay firing",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 14, 2],"to delay or be delayed",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 14],"hang fire",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 15],"happened",2). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 15],"no smoke without fire| the evidence strongly suggests something has indeed",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 16, 1],"in a state of ignition",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 16, 2],"ardent or eager",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 16],"on fire",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 17],"open fire| to start firing a gun, artillery, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 18],"play with fire| to be involved in something risky",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 19, 1],"to ignite",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 19, 2],"to arouse or excite",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 19],"set fire to or set on fire",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 1],"flames, and often smoke",2). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 1],"the state of combustion in which inflammable material burns, producing heat,",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 20],"set the world or",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 21],"rit|) the Thames on fire| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 22],"to cause a great sensation",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 23],"under fire",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 24],"being attacked, as by weapons or by harsh criticism",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 25],"as modifier Astrology",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 26],"Sagittarius",2). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 26],"of or relating to a group of three signs of the zodiac, Aries, Leo, and",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 2],"a destructive conflagration, as of a forest, building, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 3],"a device for heating a room, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 4],"something resembling a fire in light or brilliance",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"the act of discharging weapons, artillery, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"the shells, etc|, fired",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 5],"a flash or spark of or as if of fire",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 6],"a burst or rapid volley",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 7],"intense passion; ardour",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 8],"liveliness, as of imagination, thought, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 1, 9],"a burning sensation sometimes produced by drinking strong alcoholic liquor",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 10],"(tr|) to subject to heat",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 11],"(tr|) to heat slowly so as to dry",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 12],"(tr|) to arouse to strong emotion",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 13],"to glow or cause to glow",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 14],"(intr|) (of grain) to become blotchy or yellow before maturity",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 15],"another word for cauterize",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 16],"(intr|) Austral| slang",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 17],"(of a sportsman, etc|) to play well or with enthusiasm| ~interj",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 18],"a cry to warn others of a fire",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 1],"discharged",2). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 1],"to discharge (a firearm or projectile) or (of a firearm, etc|) to be",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 2],"to be detonated",2). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 2],"to detonate (an explosive charge or device), or (of such a charge or device)",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 4],"to dismiss from employment",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 5],"(tr|) Ceramics",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 6],"to bake in a kiln to harden the clay, fix the glaze, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 7],"to kindle or be kindled; ignite",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 8],"(tr|) to provide with fuel",1). c_DEF([ "fire" ,1, 2, 9],"(intr|) to tend a fire",1). c_DEF([ "fire-and-brimstone",1,1,1 ], "(of a sermon, preacher, etc|) zealous, esp| in threatening eternal damnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire-cure",1,1,1 ], "to cure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire-cure",1,1,2 ], "(tobacco) by exposure to the smoke and heat of an open fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire-eater",1,1,1 ], "a performer who simulates the swallowing of fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire-eater",1,1,2 ], "a belligerent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire-extinguisher",1,1,1 ], "a portable device for extinguishing fires, usually consisting of a canister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fire-extinguisher",1,1,1 ], "foam, inert gas, or fine powder onto the fire" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fire-extinguisher",1,1,1 ], "with a directional nozzle used to direct a spray of water, chemically generated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firearm",1,1,1 ], "a weapon, esp| a portable gun or pistol, from which a projectile can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firearm",1,1,1 ], "discharged by an explosion caused by igniting gunpowder, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireback",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental iron slab against the back wall of a hearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireback",1,1,2 ], "any pheasant of the genus Lophura, of SE Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireball",1,1,1 ], "a ball-shaped discharge of lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireball",1,1,2 ], "explosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireball",1,1,2 ], "the bright spherical region of hot ionized gas at the centre of a nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireball",1,1,3 ], "another name for bolide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireball",1,1,4 ], "an energetic person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebird",1,1,1 ], "any of various songbirds having a bright red plumage, esp| the Baltimore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebird",1,1,1 ], "oriole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireboat",1,1,1 ], "a motor vessel equipped with fire-fighting apparatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebomb",1,1,1 ], "another name for incendiary ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebox",1,1,1 ], "the furnace chamber of a boiler in a steam locomotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebox",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for tinderbox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebrand",1,1,1 ], "a piece of burning or glowing wood or other material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebrand",1,1,2 ], "a person who causes unrest or is very energetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebrat",1,1,1 ], "a small primitive wingless insect, Thermobia domestica, that occurs in warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebrat",1,1,1 ], "buildings, feeding on starchy food scraps, fabric, etc|: order Thysanura (bristletails)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firebrick",1,1,1 ], "a refractory brick made of fire clay, used for lining furnaces, flues, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firebug",1,1,1 ], "a person who deliberately sets fire to property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firecracker",1,1,1 ], "a small cardboard container filled with explosive powder and lit by a fuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firecrest",1,1,1 ], "a small European warbler, Regulus ignicapillus, having a crown striped with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firecrest",1,1,1 ], "yellow, black, and white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firedamp",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of hydrocarbons, chiefly methane, formed in coal mines| It forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firedamp",1,1,1 ], "explosive mixtures with air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firedog",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of decorative metal stands used to support logs in an open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firedog",1,1,1 ], "fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firedrake",1,1,1 ], "a fire-breathing dragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firefly",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal beetle of the family Lampyridae, common in warm and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firefly",1,1,1 ], "regions, having luminescent abdominal organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firefly",1,1,2 ], "any tropical American click beetle of the genus Pyrophorus, esp| P| noctiluca," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firefly",1,1,2 ], "that have luminescent thoracic organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireguard" ,1, 1, 1],"a strip of open land in forest or prairie, serving to arrest the advance of a",1). c_DEF([ "fireguard" ,1, 1, 1],"fire",2). c_DEF([ "fireguard",1,1,1 ], "a metal panel or meshed frame put before an open fire to protect against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireguard",1,1,1 ], "falling logs, sparks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireguard",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for firebreak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireless cooker",1,1,1 ], "an insulated container that retains enough heat to cook food or keep it warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firelock",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete type of gunlock with a priming mechanism ignited by sparks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firelock",1,1,2 ], "a gun or musket having such a lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,1 ], "a person who fights fires, usually a trained volunteer or public employee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,1,1 ], "(on steam locomotives)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,2 ], "boiler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,2 ], "the man who stokes the fire and controls the injectors feeding water to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,2,2 ], "(on diesel and electric locomotives) the driver's assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,3 ], "a man who tends furnaces; stoker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,4 ], "a mine official responsible for safety precautions|U|S| equivalent: fire boss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireman",1,1,5 ], "a junior rating who works on marine engineering equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firepan",1,1,1 ], "a metal container for a fire in a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireplace",1,1,1 ], "an open recess in a wall of a room, at the base of a chimney, etc|, for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireplace",1,1,1 ], "fire; hearth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireplug",1,1,1 ], "another name for fire hydrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireproof",1,1,1 ], "capable of resisting damage by fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireproof",1,2,1 ], "to make resistant to fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireside",1,1,1 ], "the hearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireside",1,1,2 ], "family life; the home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firestone",1,1,1 ], "a sandstone that withstands intense heat, esp| one used for lining kilns," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firestone",1,1,1 ], "furnaces, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firestorm",1,1,1 ], "a storm in which violent winds are drawn into the column of rising hot air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firestorm",1,1,1 ], "over an area that has been severely bombed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firethorn",1,1,1 ], "Asia, having bright red or orange fruits: cultivated for ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firethorn",1,1,1 ], "any rosaceous evergreen spiny shrub of the genus Pyracantha, of SE Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firetrap",1,1,1 ], "a building that would burn easily or one without fire escapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firewarden",1,1,1 ], "an officer responsible for fire prevention and control in an area, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firewarden",1,1,1 ], "forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firewater",1,1,1 ], "any strong spirit, esp| whisky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants that appear as first vegetation in burnt-over areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireweed",1,1,2 ], "a weedy North American plant, Erechtites hieracifolia, having small white or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireweed",1,1,2 ], "greenish flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireweed",1,1,3 ], "another name for rosebay willowherb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firework",1,1,1 ], "a device, such as a Catherine wheel, Roman candle, or rocket, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firework",1,1,1 ], "accompanied by bangs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "firework",1,1,1 ], "combustible materials are ignited and produce coloured flames, sparks, and smoke, sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fireworks",1,1,1 ], "a show in which large numbers of fireworks are let off simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireworks",1,1,2 ], "an exciting or spectacular exhibition, as of musical virtuosity or wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fireworks",1,1,3 ], "a burst of temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing line",1,1,1,1 ], "the positions from which fire is delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing line",1,1,1,2 ], "the soldiers occupying these positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing line",1,1,2 ], "the leading or most advanced position in an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing order",1,1,1 ], "the sequence of ignition in the cylinders of an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing party",1,1,1 ], "a military detachment detailed to fire a salute at a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing party",1,1,2 ], "another name for firing squad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing pin",1,1,1 ], "striking the primer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firing pin",1,1,1 ], "the part of the firing mechanism of a firearm that ignites the charge by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing squad",1,1,1 ], "a small military detachment formed to implement a death sentence by shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing",1,1,1 ], "the process of baking ceramics, etc|, in a kiln or furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing",1,1,2 ], "the act of stoking a fire or furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing",1,1,3 ], "a discharge of a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing",1,1,4 ], "something used as fuel, such as coal or wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firing",1,1,5 ], "a scorching of plants, as a result of disease, drought, or heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firkin",1,1,1 ], "a small wooden barrel or similar container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firkin",1,1,2 ], "a unit of capacity equal to nine gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,1,1 ], "not soft or yielding to a touch or pressure; rigid; solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,1,2 ], "securely in position; stable or stationary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,1,3 ], "definitely established; decided; settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,1,4 ], "enduring or steady; constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,1,5 ], "having determination or strength; resolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,1,6 ], "(of prices, markets, etc|) tending to rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,2,1 ], "in a secure, stable, or unyielding manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,3,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to make or become firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,4,1 ], "horse racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",1,4,2 ], "(of a horse) to shorten in odds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",2,1,1 ], "a commercial enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firm",2,1,2 ], "a team of doctors and their assistants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firmament",1,1,1 ], "the expanse of the sky; heavens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firmer chisel",1,1,1 ], "a chisel or gouge with a thin blade, used on wood| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firmer chisel",1,1,1 ], "firmer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "firmware",1,1,1 ], "a series of fixed instructions that requires computer hardware to change it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firn",1,1,1 ], "another name for n''ev''e ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firry",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or made from fir trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firry",1,1,2 ], "abounding in or dominated by firs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first aid",1,1,1,1 ], "immediate medical assistance given in an emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first aid",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first aid",1,1,2 ], "(in Barbados) a small shop that sells domestic items after hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first base",1,1,1,1 ], "the base that a runner must reach safely to score a hit, and the first of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first base",1,1,1,1 ], "three bases he must reach safely on the way to home plate in order to score a run" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first base",1,1,1,2 ], "the fielding position nearest this base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first base",1,1,2 ], "get to first base| Informal, chiefly U|S| to accomplish the first step of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first base",1,1,2 ], "undertaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first cause",1,1,1 ], "a source or cause of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first cause",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in philosophy) God considered as the uncaused creator of all beings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first cause",1,1,2 ], "apart from himself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 1, 1],"the class or grade of the best or highest value, quality, etc",1). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 1],"(first-class when prenominal)",1). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 2],"of the best or highest class or grade",1). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 3],"excellent; first-rate",1). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 4, 1],"(in Britain) of or relating to letters that are handled faster than",1). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 4, 1],"second-class letters",2). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"(in the U|S| and Canada) of or relating to mail that consists mainly of",1). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"written letters, cards, etc",2). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 4],"hotel, aircraft, train, etc",2). c_DEF([ "first class" ,1, 2, 4],"of or denoting the most comfortable and expensive class of accommodation in a",1). c_DEF([ "first estate",1,1,1 ], "England or the clergy in France until the revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first estate",1,1,1 ], "the first of the three estates of the realm, such as the Lords Spiritual in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first floor",1,1,1 ], "term: second floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first floor",1,1,1 ], "the floor or storey of a building immediately above the ground floor| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first floor",1,1,2 ], "another term for ground floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first fruits",1,1,1 ], "the first results, products, or profits of an undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first fruits",1,1,2 ], "fruit that ripens first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first lady",1,1,1 ], "a president" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first lady",1,1,1 ], "the wife or official hostess of a chief executive, esp| of a state governor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first lady",1,1,2 ], "a woman considered to be at the top of her profession or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "executive officer of a smaller ship in the Royal Navy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "the officer responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of a warship, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first lieutenant",1,1,2 ], "Corps, or in certain other forces, senior to a second lieutenant and junior to a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first lieutenant",1,1,2 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank in the U|S| Army, Air Force, Marine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first lieutenant",1,1,2 ], "captain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "first mate",1,1,1 ], "an officer second in command to the captain of a merchant ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first mortgage",1,1,1 ], "a mortgage that has priority over other mortgages on the same property, except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first mortgage",1,1,1 ], "for taxation and other statutory liabilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first name",1,1,1 ], "another term for Christian name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first night",1,1,1,1 ], "the first public performance of a play or other production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first night",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first offender",1,1,1 ], "a person convicted of any criminal offence for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first officer",1,1,1 ], "another name for first mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first officer",1,1,2 ], "the member of an aircraft crew who is second in command to the captain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first person",1,1,1 ], "a grammatical category of pronouns and verbs used by the speaker to refer to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first person",1,1,1 ], "or talk about himself, either alone (first person singular) or together with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first person",1,1,1 ], "others (first person plural)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "first post",1,1,1 ], "retire for the night| The second is called last post" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first post",1,1,1 ], "the first of two military bugle calls ordering or giving notice of the time to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first principle",1,1,1 ], "a scientific, mathematical, or logical argument or theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first principle",1,1,1 ], "one of the fundamental assumptions, axioms, laws, etc|, that form the basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first quarter",1,1,1 ], "full moon, when half of the lighted surface is visible from earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first quarter",1,1,1 ], "one of the four principal phases of the moon, occurring between new moon and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first reading",1,1,1 ], "the introduction of a bill in a legislative assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first refusal",1,1,1 ], "other potential buyers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first refusal",1,1,1 ], "the chance of buying a house, merchandise, etc|, before the offer is made to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first school",1,1,1 ], "a school for children aged between 5 and 8 or 9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first string" ,1, 1, 1],"the top player of a team in an individual sport, such as squash",1). c_DEF([ "first water",1,1,1 ], "the finest quality of diamond or other precious stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first water",1,1,2 ], "the highest grade or best quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first water",1,1,3 ], "the most extreme kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,1,1 ], "coming before all others; earliest, best, or foremost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,1,2 ], "I was the first to arrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,2 ], "one|Often written: 1st" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,2 ], "preceding all others in numbering or counting order; the ordinal number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,3 ], "rated, graded, or ranked above all other levels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,4 ], "denoting the lowest forward ratio of a gearbox in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,4,1 ], "denoting the highest part assigned to one of the voice parts in a chorus or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,4,1 ], "one of the sections of an orchestra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,4,2 ], "denoting the principal player in a specific orchestral section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,5 ], "first thing| as the first action of the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,6 ], "first things first| things must be done in order of priority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,1,7 ], "the first thing, idea, etc| even one thing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,2,1 ], "the beginning; outset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,2,2 ], "an honours degree of the highest class| Full term: first-class honours degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,2,3 ], "the lowest forward ratio of a gearbox in a motor vehicle; low gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,2,3,1 ], "the highest part in a particular section of a chorus or orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,2,3,2 ], "the instrument or voice taking such a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,2,3,3 ], "the chief or leading player in a section of an orchestra; principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,2,4 ], "a rare word for prime ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,3,1 ], "before anything else in order, time, preference, importance, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,3,2 ], "first and last|on the whole; overall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,3,3 ], "from first to last|throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,3,4 ], "for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first",1,3,5 ], "in the first place or beginning of a series of actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-born",1,1,1 ], "eldest of the children in a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-born",1,2,1 ], "the eldest child in a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-day cover",1,1,1 ], "a cover, usually an envelope, postmarked on the first day of the issue of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-day cover",1,1,1 ], "stamps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first-foot" ,1, 1, 1],"to enter (a house) as first-foot",1). c_DEF([ "first-hand",1,2,1 ], "from the original source; direct or directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-hand",1,2,2 ], "at first hand| from the original source; directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-nighter",1,1,1 ], "a member of an opening night audience, esp| one who habitually attends first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-nighter",1,1,1 ], "nights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first-past-the-post",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a voting system in which a candidate may be elected by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-past-the-post",1,1,1 ], "simple majority rather than an absolute majority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "first-rate",1,1,1 ], "of the best or highest rated class or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-rate",1,1,2 ], "very good; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "first-rate",1,2,1 ], "very well; excellently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firstling",1,1,1 ], "the first, esp| the first offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firstly",1,1,1 ], "another word for first ,1,14" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firsts",1,1,1 ], "saleable goods of the highest quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "firth",1,1,1 ], "a relatively narrow inlet of the sea, esp| in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisc",1,1,1 ], "a state or royal treasury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiscal year",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for financial year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiscal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to government finances, esp| tax revenues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiscal",1,1,2 ], "of or involving financial matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiscal",1,2,1,1 ], "(in some countries)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiscal",1,2,2 ], "a public prosecutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiscal",1,2,2,2 ], "Scot| short for procurator fiscal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiscal",1,2,3 ], "a postage or other stamp signifying payment of a tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish and chips",1,1,1 ], "fish fillets coated with batter and deep-fried, eaten with potato chips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish cake",1,1,1 ], "a fried ball of flaked fish mixed with mashed potatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish eagle",1,1,1 ], "another name for the osprey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish flake",1,1,1 ], "a platform on which fish are dried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish hawk",1,1,1 ], "another name for the osprey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish joint",1,1,1 ], "a connection formed by fishplates at the meeting point of two rails, beams," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish joint",1,1,1 ], "etc|, as on a railway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish ladder",1,1,1 ], "a row of ascending pools or weirs connected by short falls to allow fish to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish ladder",1,1,1 ], "pass barrages or dams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish louse",1,1,1 ], "any small flat rounded crustacean of the subclass Branchiura, having sucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish louse",1,1,1 ], "mouth parts: parasites of fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish meal",1,1,1 ], "ground dried fish used as feed for farm animals, as a fertilizer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish out",1,1,1 ], "to find or extract (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish tail",1,1,1 ], "a step in ballroom dancing in which the feet are quickly crossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,1,1 ], "Chondrichthyes: cartilaginous fishes) and the teleosts, lungfish, etc| (class Osteichthyes:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,1,1 ], "and usually fins and a skin covered in scales: includes the sharks and rays (class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates having jaws, gills," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,1,1 ], "bony fishes)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,1,2 ], "fishpond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,10 ], "have other fish to fry| to have other activities to do, esp| more important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,10 ], "ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,11 ], "like a fish out of water| out of one's usual place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,12 ], "neither fish, flesh, nor fowl| neither this nor that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar but jawless vertebrates, such as the hagfish and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,2 ], "lamprey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,3 ], "any of various aquatic invertebrates, such as the cuttlefish, jellyfish, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,3 ], "crayfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,4 ], "the flesh of fish used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,5 ], "a person of little emotion or intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,6 ], "short for fishplate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,7 ], "an informal word for torpedo ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,8 ], "a fine kettle of fish| a great problem; trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,1,9 ], "drink like a fish| to drink to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,2,1 ], "to attempt to catch fish, as with a line and hook or with nets, traps, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,3,1 ], "to fish in (a particular area of water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,3,2 ], "a body of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,3,2 ], "to search (a body of water) for something or to search for something, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,4,1 ], "to seek something indirectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish",1,4,2 ], "fish in troubled water| to try to take advantage of confusion or trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish-and-chip shop",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a place where fish and chips are cooked and sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish-eye lens",1,1,1 ], "a lens of small focal length, having a highly curved protruding front element," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fish-eye lens",1,1,1 ], "having considerable linear distortion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fish-eye lens",1,1,1 ], "that covers an angle of view of almost 180 degrees | It yields a circular image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fish-hook",1,1,1 ], "a sharp hook used in angling, esp| one with a barb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishbolt",1,1,1 ], "a bolt used for fastening a fishplate to a rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishbowl",1,1,1 ], "another name for goldfish bowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisher",1,1,1 ], "a person who fishes; fisherman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisher",1,1,1,1 ], "a large North American marten, Martes pennanti, having thick dark brown fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisher",1,1,1,2 ], "the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisher",1,1,2 ], "fisher of men| an evangelist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisherman",1,1,1 ], "a person who fishes as a profession or for sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisherman",1,1,2 ], "a vessel used for fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisherman's bend",1,1,1 ], "a knot used to fasten a rope to an anchor, ring, or spar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishery",1,1,1,1 ], "the industry of catching, processing, and selling fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishery",1,1,1,2 ], "a place where this is carried on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishery",1,1,2 ], "a place where fish are reared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishery",1,1,3 ], "a fishing ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishery",1,1,4 ], "another word for piscary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishfinger",1,1,1 ], "an oblong piece of filleted or minced fish coated in breadcrumbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishgig",1,1,1 ], "a pole with barbed prongs for impaling fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishing rod",1,1,1 ], "a long tapered flexible pole, often in jointed sections, for use with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishing rod",1,1,1 ], "fishing line and, usually, a reel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fishing tackle",1,1,1 ], "all the equipment, such as rods, lines, bait, etc|, used in angling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishing",1,1,1,1 ], "the occupation of catching fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishing",1,1,2 ], "another word for piscary ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishmonger",1,1,1 ], "a retailer of fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishnet",1,1,1 ], "a net for catching fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishnet",1,1,1,1 ], "an open mesh fabric resembling netting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishnet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishplate",1,1,1 ], "a flat piece of metal joining one rail or beam to the next, esp| on railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishplate",1,1,1 ], "tracks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fishskin disease",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for ichthyosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishtail",1,1,1 ], "an aeroplane manoeuvre in which the tail is moved from side to side to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishtail",1,1,1 ], "speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fishtail",1,1,2 ], "a nozzle having a long narrow slot at the top, placed over a Bunsen burner to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishtail",1,1,2 ], "produce a thin fanlike flame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fishtail",1,2,1 ], "to slow an aeroplane by moving the tail from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishwife",1,1,1 ], "a woman who sells fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishwife",1,1,2 ], "a coarse scolding woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishy",1,1,1 ], "fishier, fishiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishy",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or suggestive of fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishy",1,1,3 ], "abounding in fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishy",1,1,4 ], "suspicious, doubtful, or questionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fishy",1,1,5 ], "dull and lifeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissi-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a splitting or cleft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissile",1,1,1 ], "capable of undergoing nuclear fission as a result of the impact of slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissile",1,1,1 ], "neutrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fissile",1,1,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for fissionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissile",1,1,3 ], "tending to split or capable of being split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fission bomb",1,1,1 ], "a bomb in which the energy is supplied by nuclear fission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fission reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor in which a fission reaction takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fission",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of splitting or breaking into parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fission",1,1,2 ], "a form of asexual reproduction in single-celled animals and plants involving a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fission",1,1,2 ], "division into two or more equal parts that develop into new cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fission",1,1,3 ], "short for nuclear fission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fission-fusion bomb",1,1,1 ], "another name for fusion bomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissionable",1,1,1 ], "capable of undergoing nuclear fission as a result of any process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissipalmate",1,1,1 ], "(of some birds'' feet) partially webbed, having lobes and fringes on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissipalmate",1,1,1 ], "separate toes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fissiparous",1,1,1 ], "reproducing by fission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissiped",1,1,1 ], "having toes that are separated from one another, as dogs, cats, bears, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissiped",1,1,1 ], "similar carnivores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fissiped",1,2,1 ], "a fissiped animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissirostral",1,1,1 ], "(of the beaks of some birds) broad and deeply cleft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissirostral",1,1,2 ], "having such a beak, as swifts and swallows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure of Rolando",1,1,1 ], "another name for central sulcus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure of Sylvius",1,1,1 ], "a deep horizontal cleft in each cerebral hemisphere: marks the separation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure of Sylvius",1,1,1 ], "the temporal lobe from the frontal and parietal lobes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,1 ], "any long narrow cleft or crack, esp| in a rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,2 ], "a weakness or flaw indicating impending disruption or discord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,3 ], "a narrow split or groove that divides an organ such as the brain, lung, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,3 ], "liver into lobes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,4 ], "a small unnatural crack in the skin or mucous membrane, as between the toes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,4 ], "at the anus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,5 ], "a minute crack in the surface of a tooth, caused by imperfect joining of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,1,5 ], "enamel during development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fissure",1,2,1 ], "to crack or split apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fist",1,1,1 ], "a hand with the fingers clenched into the palm, as for hitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fist",1,1,2 ], "the quantity that can be held in a fist or hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fist",1,1,3 ], "an informal word for hand or index ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fist",1,2,1 ], "to hit with the fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to fisticuffs or boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fisticuffs",1,1,1 ], "combat with the fists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fistmele",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the width of a hand and the extended thumb, used to calculate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fistmele",1,1,1 ], "approximate height of the string of a braced bow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fistula",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal opening between one hollow organ and another or between a hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fistula",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fistula",1,1,1 ], "organ and the surface of the skin, caused by ulceration, congenital malformation," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fistula",1,1,2 ], "any musical wind instrument; a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fistulous" ,1, 4, 2],"the act or process of fitting",1). c_DEF([ "fistulous",1,1,1 ], "containing, relating to, or resembling a fistula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fistulous",1,1,2 ], "hollow, esp| slender and hollow; reedlike or tubular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fistulous",1,1,3 ], "containing tubes or tubelike parts| H" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit in",1,1,1 ], "to give a place or time to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit in",1,2,1 ], "to belong or conform, esp| after adjustment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit out",1,1,1 ], "to equip supply with necessary or new equipment, clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit up" ,1, 1, 1],"to equip or provide",1). c_DEF([ "fit up" ,1, 2, 1],"Theatre slang",1). c_DEF([ "fit up" ,1, 2, 2],"a stage and accessories that can be erected quickly for plays",1). c_DEF([ "fit",2,1,1 ], "a sudden attack or convulsion, such as an epileptic seizure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit",2,1,2 ], "a sudden spell of emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit",2,1,3 ], "an impulsive period of activity or lack of activity; mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit",2,1,4 ], "by fits in spasmodic spells; irregularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit",2,1,5 ], "give a fit| to surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit",2,1,6 ], "(a person) in an outrageous manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit",2,1,7 ], "have or throw a fit| Informal| to become very angry or excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fit",3,1,1 ], "a story or song or a section of a story or song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitch",1,1,1 ], "another name for polecat ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitch",1,1,2 ], "the fur of the polecat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitchew",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for polecat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitful",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or occurring in irregular spells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitly",1,1,1 ], "in a proper manner or place or at a proper time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitment",1,1,1 ], "an accessory attached to an assembly of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitment",1,1,2 ], "a detachable part of the furnishings of a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitted",1,1,1 ], "designed for excellent fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitted",1,1,2 ], "(of a carpet) cut, sewn, or otherwise adapted to cover a floor completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitted",1,1,3 ], "(of furniture) built to fit a particular space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitted",1,1,4 ], "having accessory parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitter",1,1,1 ], "a person who fits a garment, esp| when it is made for a particular person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitter",1,1,2 ], "a person who is skilled in the assembly and adjustment of machinery, esp| of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitter",1,1,2 ], "specified sort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fitter",1,1,3 ], "a person who supplies something for an expedition, activity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitting",1,1,1 ], "appropriate or proper; suitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitting",1,2,1 ], "an accessory or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitting",1,2,2 ], "furnishings or accessories in a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitting",1,2,3 ], "work carried out by a fitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitting",1,2,4 ], "the act of trying on clothes so that they can be adjusted to fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fitting",1,2,5 ], "size in clothes or shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five hundred",1,1,1 ], "a card game for three players, with 500 points for game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five stones",1,1,1 ], "the game of jacks played with five stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 5, V, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five",1,1,3 ], "the amount or quantity that is one greater than four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five",1,1,4 ], "playing card with five symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "five",1,1,4 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of five units, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five",1,2,1,2 ], "choose any five you like|Related prefixes: penta-, quinque-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five-eighth",1,1,1 ], "a rugby player positioned between the half-backs and three-quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five-faced bishop",1,1,1 ], "another name for moschatel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five-finger",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants having five-petalled flowers or five lobed leaves, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five-finger",1,1,1 ], "as cinquefoil and Virginia creeper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "five-o'clock shadow",1,1,1 ], "beard growth visible late in the day on a man's shaven face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five-spot",1,1,1 ], "a five-dollar bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "five-star",1,1,1 ], "(of a hotel, etc|) first class, top quality, or offering exceptional luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fivefold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having five times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fivefold",1,1,2 ], "composed of five parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fivefold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to five times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fivepenny",1,1,1 ], "(of a nail) one and three-quarters of an inch in length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fivepins",1,1,1 ], "a bowling game using five pins, played esp| in Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiver",1,1,1 ], "a five-pound note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fiver",1,1,2 ], "a five-dollar bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fives",1,1,1 ], "a ball game similar to squash but played with bats or the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix up",1,1,1 ], "to arrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix up",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by with) to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix up",1,1,3 ], "to repair or rearrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,1 ], "to make or become firm, stable, or secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,10 ], "to influence (a person, outcome of a contest, etc|) unfairly, as by bribery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,11 ], "to take revenge on; get even with, esp| by killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,12 ], "to give (someone) his just deserts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,13 ], "to arrange or put in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,14 ], "to prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,15 ], "to spay or castrate (an animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,16 ], "dialect or informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,17 ], "to prepare oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,18 ], "rendered visible by developer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,18 ], "to treat (a film, plate, or paper) with fixer to make permanent the image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,19 ], "study" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,19 ], "to kill, preserve, and harden (tissue, cells, etc|) for subsequent microscopic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,2 ], "to attach or place permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,20 ], "manufacture of fertilizers or the action of bacteria in the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,20 ], "to convert (atmospheric nitrogen) into nitrogen compounds, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,21 ], "state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,21 ], "to reduce (a substance) to a solid or condensed state or a less volatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by up) to settle definitely; decide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,4 ], "to hold or direct (eyes, attention, etc|) steadily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,5 ], "to call to attention or rivet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,6 ], "to make rigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,7 ], "to place or ascribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,8 ], "to mend or repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,1,9 ], "to provide with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,2,1 ], "to inject a narcotic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,3,1 ], "a predicament; dilemma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,3,2 ], "observation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,3,2 ], "the ascertaining of the navigational position, as of a ship, by radar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,3,3 ], "an intravenous injection of a narcotic such as heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fix",1,3,4 ], "an act or instance of bribery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixate",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixate",1,1,2 ], "to concentrate (the eyes, attention, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixate",1,1,3 ], "to engage in fixation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixate",1,2,1 ], "to obsess or preoccupy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,1 ], "the act of fixing or the state of being fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,2 ], "a preoccupation or obsession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,2,1 ], "the conversion of nitrogen in the air into a compound, esp| a fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,2,1 ], "the situation of being set in a certain way of thinking or acting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,2,2 ], "(in psychoanalytical schools) a strong attachment of one person to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,2,2 ], "person or object in early life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,2,2 ], "the conversion of a free element into one of its compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,3 ], "solid form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixation",1,1,3 ], "the reduction of a substance from a volatile or fluid form to a nonvolatile or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixative",1,1,1 ], "serving or tending to fix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixative",1,2,1 ], "a fluid usually consisting of a transparent resin, such as shellac, dissolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixative",1,2,1 ], "in alcohol and sprayed over drawings to prevent smudging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixative",1,2,2 ], "a fluid, such as formaldehyde or ethanol, that fixes tissues and cells for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixative",1,2,2 ], "microscopic study" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixative",1,2,3 ], "a substance added to a liquid, such as a perfume, to make it less volatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed assets",1,1,1 ], "fixtures, or goodwill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed assets",1,1,1 ], "nontrading business assets of a relatively permanent nature, such as plant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed charge",1,1,1 ], "an invariable expense usually at regular intervals, such as rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed charge",1,1,2 ], "a legal charge on specific assets or property, as of a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed costs",1,1,1 ], "another name for overheads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed costs",1,1,2 ], "costs that do not vary with output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed idea",1,1,1 ], "an idea, esp| one of an obsessional nature, that is persistently maintained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed idea",1,1,1 ], "and not subject to change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed oil",1,1,1 ], "a natural animal or vegetable oil that is not volatile: a mixture of esters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed oil",1,1,1 ], "fatty acids, usually triglycerides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed point",1,1,1 ], "a reproducible invariant temperature; the boiling point, freezing point, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed point",1,1,1 ], "define a temperature scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fixed point",1,1,1 ], "triple point of a substance, such as water, that is used to calibrate a thermometer or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed point",1,1,2 ], "a point that is not moved by a given transformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed satellite",1,1,1 ], "a fixed point on the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed satellite",1,1,1 ], "a satellite revolving in a stationary orbit so that it appears to remain over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed star",1,1,1 ], "any of the stars in the Ptolemaic system, all of which were thought to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed star",1,1,1 ], "attached to an outer crystal sphere thus explaining their apparent lack of movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed star",1,1,2 ], "a long period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed star",1,1,2 ], "an extremely distant star whose position appears to be almost stationary over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,1 ], "attached or placed so as to be immovable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,10 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the group consisting of the four signs of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,10 ], "zodiac Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius, which are associated with stability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,11 ], "equipped or provided for, as with money, possessions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,12 ], "illegally arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,2 ], "not subject to change; stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,3 ], "steadily directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,4 ], "established as to relative position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,5 ], "not fluctuating; always at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,6 ], "(of ideas, notions, etc|) firmly maintained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,7 ], "(of an element) held in chemical combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,8 ], "(of a substance) nonvolatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed",1,1,9 ], "arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed-head coup",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| Brit|) for coup''e ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixed-point representation",1,1,1 ], "of each digit relative to the radix point" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fixed-point representation",1,1,1 ], "point has a predetermined location, the value of the number depending on the position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixed-point representation",1,1,1 ], "the representation of numbers by a single set of digits such that the radix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixer",1,1,1 ], "a solution containing one or more chemical compounds that is used, in fixing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixer",1,1,1 ], "action of developer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fixer",1,1,1 ], "to dissolve unexposed silver halides| It sometimes has an additive to stop the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fixer",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes arrangements, esp| by underhand or illegal means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixings",1,1,1 ], "apparatus or equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixings",1,1,2 ], "accompaniments for a dish; trimmings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being fixed; stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixity",1,1,2 ], "something that is fixed; a fixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixture",1,1,1 ], "an object firmly fixed in place, esp| a household appliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixture",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing regarded as fixed in a particular place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixture",1,1,3 ], "an article attached to land and regarded as part of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixture",1,1,4 ], "a device to secure a workpiece in a machine tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixture",1,1,4,1 ], "a sports match or social occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixture",1,1,4,2 ], "the date of such an event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fixture",1,1,5 ], "the act of fixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizgig",1,1,1 ], "a frivolous or flirtatious girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizgig",1,1,2 ], "a firework or whirling top that fizzes as it moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizgig",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of fishgig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizz",1,1,1 ], "to make a hissing or bubbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizz",1,1,2 ], "(of a drink) to produce bubbles of carbon dioxide, either through fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizz",1,1,2 ], "or artificially introduced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fizz",1,2,1 ], "a hissing or bubbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizz",1,2,2 ], "the bubbly quality of a drink; effervescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizz",1,2,3 ], "any effervescent drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizzer",1,1,1 ], "anything that fizzes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizzer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that disappoints, fails to succeed, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizzle",1,1,1 ], "to make a hissing or bubbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizzle",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizzle",1,1,3 ], "to fail or die out, esp| after a promising start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizzle",1,2,1 ], "a hissing or bubbling sound; fizz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fizzle",1,2,2 ], "an outright failure; fiasco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fjeld",1,1,1 ], "a high rocky plateau with little vegetation in Scandinavian countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fjord",1,1,1 ], "Norway and was probably formed by glacial action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fjord",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow inlet of the sea between high steep cliffs| It is common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl",1,1,1 ], "a church roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fl",1,1,1 ], "a slender spire, esp| over the intersection of the nave and transept ridges of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl",1,1,2 ], "a pointed part of a fortification directed towards the attackers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flab",1,1,1 ], "unsightly or unwanted fat on the body; flabbiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabbergast",1,1,1 ], "to overcome with astonishment; amaze utterly; astound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabby",1,1,2 ], "lacking firmness; loose or yielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabby",1,1,3 ], "having flabby flesh, esp| through being overweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabby",1,1,4 ], "lacking vitality; weak; ineffectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabellate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a fan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabellum",1,1,1 ], "a fan-shaped organ or part, such as the tip of the proboscis of a honeybee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flabellum",1,1,2 ], "a large ceremonial fan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaccid",1,1,1 ], "lacking firmness; soft and limp; flabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flack",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flacon",1,1,1 ], "a small stoppered bottle or flask, such as one used for perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag captain",1,1,1 ], "the captain of a flagship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag day",1,1,1 ], "a day on which money is collected by a charity and small flags or emblems are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag day",1,1,1 ], "given to contributors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flag fall",1,1,1 ], "the minimum charge for hiring a taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "an admiral's A|D|C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag of convenience",1,1,1 ], "a national flag flown by a ship registered in that country to gain financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag of convenience",1,1,1 ], "or legal advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flag of truce",1,1,1 ], "a white flag indicating the peaceful intent of its bearer or an invitation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag of truce",1,1,1 ], "an enemy to negotiate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flag officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer in certain navies of the rank of rear admiral or above and entitled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag officer",1,1,1 ], "to fly its flag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flag rank",1,1,1 ], "the rank of a flag officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece of cloth, esp| bunting, often attached to a pole or staff, decorated",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 1],"signalling",3). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 1],"with a design and used as an emblem, symbol, or standard or as a means of",2). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 2],"short for ,flag officer and ,flagship",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 3],"another name for masthead ,1,2",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 4],"the conspicuously marked or shaped tail of a deer or of certain dogs",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 5],"a less common name for ,bookmark",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 6],"the part of a taximeter that is raised when a taxi is for hire",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"presence",2). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"to assert a claim, as to a territory or stretch of water, by military",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"Informal| to be present; make an appearance",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 7],"show the flag",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"to relinquish command, esp| of a ship",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"to submit or surrender",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 1, 8],"strike ,the flag",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 3, 1],"to decorate or mark with a flag or flags",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 3, 2],"(often foll| by down) to warn or signal (a vehicle) to stop",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 3, 3],"to send or communicate (messages, information, etc|) by flag",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 3, 4],"attract their attention",2). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 3, 4],"to decoy (game or wild animals) by waving a flag or similar object so as to",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 3, 5],"or flag",2). c_DEF([ "flag" ,1, 3, 5],"to mark (a page in a book, card, etc|) for attention by attaching a small tab",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,4, 1, 1],"short for ,flagstone",1). c_DEF([ "flag" ,4, 2, 1],"(tr|) to furnish (a floor, etc|) with flagstones",1). c_DEF([ "flag",2,1,1 ], "any of various plants that have long swordlike leaves, esp| the iris Iris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag",2,1,1 ], "pseudacorus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flag",2,1,2 ], "the leaf of any such plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag",3,1,1 ], "(intr|) to hang down; become limp; droop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag",3,1,2 ], "to decline in strength or vigour; become weak or tired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag-waving",1,1,1,1 ], "an emotional appeal or display intended to arouse patriotic or nationalistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flag-waving",1,1,1,1 ], "feeling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flag-waving",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellant",1,1,1 ], "a person who whips himself or others either as part of a religious penance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellant",1,1,1 ], "for sexual gratification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flagellant",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval Europe) a member of a religious sect who whipped themselves in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellant",1,1,2 ], "public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flagellate",1,1,1 ], "to whip; scourge; flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellate",1,2,1 ], "possessing one or more flagella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellate",1,2,2 ], "resembling a flagellum; whiplike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellate",1,3,1 ], "a flagellate organism, esp| any protozoan of the class Mastigophora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagelliform",1,1,1 ], "slender, tapering, and whiplike, as the antennae of certain insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellum",1,1,1 ], "a long whiplike outgrowth from a cell that acts as an organ of locomotion:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellum",1,1,1 ], "occurs in some protozoans, gametes, spores, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flagellum",1,1,2 ], "a long thin supple shoot or runner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagellum",1,1,3 ], "the terminal whiplike part of the antenna of many insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flageolet",1,1,1 ], "a high-pitched musical instrument of the recorder family having six or eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flageolet",1,1,1 ], "finger holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flagging",1,1,1 ], "flagstones or a flagged area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaggy",1,1,2 ], "drooping; limp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaggy",2,1,1 ], "made of or similar to flagstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagitious",1,1,1 ], "atrociously wicked; vicious; outrageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagman",1,1,1 ], "a person who has charge of, carries, or signals with a flag, esp| a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagman",1,1,1 ], "employee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flagon",1,1,1 ], "a large bottle of wine, cider, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagon",1,1,2 ], "a vessel having a handle, spout, and narrow neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagpole",1,1,1 ], "a pole or staff on which a flag is hoisted and displayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagrant",1,1,1 ], "blatant; glaring; outrageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagrant",1,1,2 ], "burning or blazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagrante delicto",1,1,1 ], "while committing the offence; red-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flags",1,1,1 ], "the long feathers on the leg of a hawk or falcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagship",1,1,1 ], "a ship, esp| in a fleet, aboard which the commander of the fleet is quartered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagship",1,1,2 ], "the most important ship belonging to a shipping company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagstone",1,1,1 ], "a hard fine-textured rock, such as a sandstone or shale, that can be split up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flagstone",1,1,1 ], "into slabs for paving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flagstone",1,1,2 ], "a slab of such a rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flail",1,1,1 ], "an implement used for threshing grain, consisting of a wooden handle with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flail",1,1,1 ], "free-swinging metal or wooden bar attached to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flail",1,1,2 ], "a weapon so shaped used in the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flail",1,2,1 ], "to beat or thrash with or as if with a flail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flail",1,2,2 ], "to move or be moved like a flail; thresh about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flair",1,1,1 ], "natural ability; talent; aptitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flair",1,1,2 ], "instinctive discernment; perceptiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flair",1,1,3 ], "stylishness or elegance; dash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flair",1,1,3,1 ], "the scent left by quarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flair",1,1,3,2 ], "the sense of smell of a hound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flak jacket",1,1,1 ], "a reinforced sleeveless jacket for protection against gunfire worn by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flak jacket",1,1,1 ], "soldiers, policemen, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flak",1,1,1 ], "antiaircraft fire or artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flak",1,1,2 ], "a great deal of adverse criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake out",1,1,1 ], "to become unconscious as through extreme exhaustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake white",1,1,1 ], "a pigment made from flakes of white lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,1,1 ], "a small thin piece or layer chipped off or detached from an object or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,1,1 ], "substance; scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,1,2 ], "a small piece or particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,1,3 ], "a thin layer or stratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,1,3,1 ], "a fragment removed by chipping or hammering from a larger stone used as a tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,1,3,1 ], "or weapon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,2,1 ], "to peel or cause to peel off in flakes; chip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,2,2 ], "to cover or become covered with or as with flakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",1,3,1 ], "to form into flakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",2,1,1 ], "a rack for drying fish or other produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flake",3,1,1 ], "another word for fake ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaky pastry",1,1,1 ], "a rich pastry in the form of very thin layers, used for making pies, small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaky pastry",1,1,1 ], "cakes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flaky",1,1,1 ], "flakier, flakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaky",1,1,2 ], "like or made of flakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaky",1,1,3 ], "tending to peel off or break easily into flakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flam" ,1, 1, 1],"a falsehood, deception, or sham",1). c_DEF([ "flam" ,1, 1, 2],"nonsense; drivel",1). c_DEF([ "flam" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to cheat or deceive",1). c_DEF([ "flam",2,1,1 ], "a drumbeat in which both sticks strike the head almost simultaneously but are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flam",2,1,1 ], "heard to do so separately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flambeau",1,1,1 ], "a burning torch, as used in night processions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flambeau",1,1,2 ], "a large ornamental candlestick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flambor flamb",1,1,1 ], "(of food, such as steak or pancakes) served in flaming brandy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamboyant",1,1,1 ], "elaborate or extravagant; florid; showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamboyant",1,1,2 ], "rich or brilliant in colour; resplendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamboyant",1,1,3 ], "characterized by flamelike tracery and elaborate carving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flamboyant",1,1,3 ], "of, denoting, or relating to the French Gothic style of architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamboyant",1,2,1 ], "another name for royal poinciana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame cell",1,1,1 ], "an organ of excretion in flatworms: a hollow cup-shaped cell containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame cell",1,1,1 ], "bunch of cilia, whose movement draws in waste products and wafts them to the outside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flame cell",1,1,1 ], "through a connecting tubule" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flame gun",1,1,1 ], "a type of flame-thrower for destroying garden weeds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame test",1,1,1 ], "a test for detecting the presence of certain metals in compounds by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame test",1,1,1 ], "coloration they give to a flame| Sodium, for example, turns a flame yellow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flame tree",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical trees with red or orange flowers, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame tree",1,1,1 ], "flame-of-the-forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,1 ], "a hot usually luminous body of burning gas often containing small incandescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,1 ], "a jet of ignited gas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,1 ], "particles, typically emanating in flickering streams from burning material or produced by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of burning with flames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,3 ], "a brilliant light; fiery glow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,3,1 ], "a strong reddish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,4 ], "intense passion or ardour; burning emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,1,5 ], "a lover or sweetheart (esp| in the phrase an old flame)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,2,1 ], "to burn or cause to burn brightly; give off or cause to give off flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,3,1 ], "to burn or glow as if with fire; become red or fiery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,4,1 ], "to show great emotion; become angry or excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,5,1 ], "to apply a flame to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame",1,6,1 ], "to set on fire, either physically or with emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame-of-the-forest",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Malaysia) another name for royal poinciana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame-of-the-forest",1,1,2 ], "a papilionaceous tree, Butea frondosa, native to E India and Burma, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flame-of-the-forest",1,1,2 ], "hanging clusters of scarlet flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flame-thrower",1,1,1 ], "a weapon that ejects a stream or spray of burning fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamen",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) any of 15 priests who each served a particular deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamenco",1,1,1 ], "a type of dance music for vocal soloist and guitar, characterized by elaborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamenco",1,1,1 ], "melody and sad mood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flamenco",1,1,2 ], "the dance performed to such music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flameout" ,1, 1, 1],"flame",2). c_DEF([ "flameout" ,1, 1, 1],"the failure of an aircraft jet engine in flight due to extinction of the",1). c_DEF([ "flameout" ,1, 2, 1],"(adv|)",1). c_DEF([ "flameout" ,1, 2, 2],"(of a jet engine) to fail in flight or to cause (a jet engine) to fail in",1). c_DEF([ "flameout" ,1, 2, 2],"flight",2). c_DEF([ "flameproof",1,1,1 ], "not liable to catch fire or be damaged by fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flameproof",1,1,2 ], "(of electrical apparatus) designed so that an internal explosion will not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flameproof",1,1,2 ], "ignite external flammable gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flaming",1,1,1 ], "burning with or emitting flames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaming",1,1,2 ], "glowing brightly; brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaming",1,1,3 ], "intense or ardent; vehement; passionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaming",1,1,4 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaming",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for flagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamingo",1,1,1 ], "any large wading bird of the family Phoenicopteridae, having a pink-and-red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamingo",1,1,1 ], "plumage and downward-bent bill and inhabiting brackish lakes: order Ciconiiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flamingo",1,1,1,1 ], "a reddish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flamingo",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flammable" ,1, 1, 1],"d inflammable are interchangeable when used of the properties of",1). c_DEF([ "flammable" ,1, 1, 1],"liable to catch fire; readily combustible; inflammable",1). c_DEF([ "flammable" ,1, 1, 1],"materials|Flammable is",2). c_DEF([ "flan",1,1,1 ], "an open pastry or sponge tart filled with fruit or a savoury mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flan",1,1,2 ], "a piece of metal ready to receive the die or stamp in the production of coins;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flan",1,1,2 ], "shaped blank; planchet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flanch",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flaunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flange",1,1,1 ], "a radially projecting collar or rim on an object for locating or strengthening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flange",1,1,1 ], "it or for attaching it to another object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flange",1,1,2 ], "a flat outer face of a rolled-steel joist, esp| of an I- or H-beam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flange",1,1,3 ], "a tool for forming a flange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flange",1,2,1 ], "to attach or provide (a component) with a flange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flange",1,3,1 ], "to take the form of a flange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,1,1 ], "the side of a man or animal between the ribs and the hip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,1,2 ], "(loosely) the outer part of the human thigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,1,3 ], "a cut of beef from the flank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,1,4 ], "the side of anything, such as a mountain or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,1,5 ], "the side of a naval or military formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on or upon) to be located at the side of (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,2,1 ], "object, building, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,2,2 ], "to position or guard on or beside the flank of (a formation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flank",1,2,3 ], "to move past or go round (a flank)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flanker",1,1,1 ], "formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flanker",1,1,1 ], "one of a detachment of soldiers detailed to guard the flanks, esp| of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flanker",1,1,2 ], "a projecting fortification, used esp| to protect or threaten a flank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel flower",1,1,1 ], "any Australian plant of the umbelliferous genus Actinotus having white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel flower",1,1,1 ], "flannel-like bracts beneath the flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,1,1 ], "a soft light woollen fabric with a slight nap, used for clothing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,1,2 ], "trousers or other garments made of flannel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,1,3 ], "a small piece of cloth used to wash the face and hands; face cloth| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,1,3 ], "equivalent: washcloth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,1,4 ], "indirect or evasive talk; deceiving flattery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,2,1 ], "to cover or wrap with flannel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,2,2 ], "to rub, clean, or polish with flannel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannel",1,2,3 ], "to talk evasively to; flatter in order to mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flannelette",1,1,1 ], "a cotton imitation of flannel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,1,1 ], "or arms) to move in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,1,1 ], "to move (wings or arms) up and down, esp| in or as if in flying, or (of wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move noisily back and forth or up and down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,2,1 ], "to become agitated or flustered; panic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,2,2 ], "to deal (a person or thing) a blow with a broad flexible object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,3,1 ], "to toss, fling, slam, etc|, abruptly or noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,4,1 ], "against the alveolar ridge or uvula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,4,1 ], "to pronounce (an (r) sound) by allowing the tongue to give a single light tap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,1 ], "the action, motion, or noise made by flapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,2 ], "a piece of material, etc|, attached at one edge and usually used to cover an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,2 ], "opening, as on a tent, envelope, or pocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,3 ], "a blow dealt with a flat object; slap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,4 ], "a movable surface fixed to the trailing edge of an aircraft wing that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,4 ], "increases lift during takeoff and drag during landing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,5 ], "a piece of tissue partially connected to the body, either following an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,5 ], "amputation or to be used as a graft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,6 ], "a state of panic, distress, or agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,7 ], "alveolar ridge or uvula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flap",1,5,7 ], "an (r) produced by allowing the tongue to give a single light tap against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flapdoodle",1,1,1 ], "foolish talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flapjack",1,1,1 ], "a chewy biscuit made with rolled oats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flapjack",1,1,2 ], "another word for pancake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flapper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that flaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flapper",1,1,2 ], "(in the 1920s) a young woman, esp| one flaunting her unconventional dress and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flapper",1,1,2 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flare star",1,1,1 ], "a red dwarf star in which outbursts, thought to be analogous to solar flares," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare star",1,1,1 ], "occur, increasing the luminosity by several magnitudes in a few minutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,1,1 ], "to burn or cause to burn with an unsteady or sudden bright flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,1,2 ], "to spread or cause to spread outwards from a narrow to a wider shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,2,1 ], "to make a conspicuous display of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,2,2 ], "constituent of the melt burns with a characteristic flame or (of a molten metal or alloy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,2,2 ], "to increase the temperature of (a molten metal or alloy) until a gaseous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,2,2 ], "to show such a flame" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,1 ], "an unsteady flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,2 ], "a sudden burst of flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,2,1 ], "a blaze of light or fire used to illuminate, identify, alert, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,2,2 ], "the device producing such a blaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,3 ], "a spreading shape or anything with a spreading shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,4 ], "a sudden outburst, as of emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,4,1 ], "reflections inside the instrument, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,4,1 ], "the unwanted light reaching the image region of an optical device by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,4,2 ], "the fogged area formed on a negative by such reflections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare",1,3,5 ], "short for solar flare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flare-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a sudden burst of fire or light",1). c_DEF([ "flare-up" ,1, 1, 2],"a sudden burst of emotion or violence",1). c_DEF([ "flare-up" ,1, 2, 1],"to burst suddenly into fire or light",1). c_DEF([ "flare-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to burst into anger",1). c_DEF([ "flash burn",1,1,1 ], "a burn caused by momentary exposure to intense radiant heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash card",1,1,1 ], "a card on which are written or printed words for children to look at briefly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash card",1,1,1 ], "used as an aid to learning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash flood",1,1,1 ], "a sudden short-lived torrent, usually caused by a heavy storm, esp| in desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash flood",1,1,1 ], "regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash gun",1,1,1 ], "a device, attachable to or sometimes incorporated in a camera, for holding and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash gun",1,1,1 ], "electrically firing a flashbulb as the shutter opens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash photography",1,1,1 ], "momentary illumination of a dark or insufficiently lit subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash photography",1,1,1 ], "photography in which a flashbulb or electronic flash is used to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash photolysis",1,1,1 ], "a technique for producing and investigating free radicals| A low-pressure gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash photolysis",1,1,1 ], "being used to identify them and assess their lifetimes by absorption spectroscopy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flash photolysis",1,1,1 ], "is subjected to a flash of radiation to produce the radicals, subsequent flashes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash point",1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash point",1,1,1 ], "the lowest temperature at which the vapour above a liquid can be ignited in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash point",1,1,2 ], "a critical moment beyond which a situation will inevitably erupt into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash point",1,1,2 ], "violence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,1 ], "a sudden short blaze of intense light or flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,10 ], "a ridge of thin metal or plastic formed on a moulded object by the extrusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,10 ], "of excess material between dies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,11 ], "a pond, esp| one produced as a consequence of subsidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,12 ], "involving, using, or produced by a flash of heat, light, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,13 ], "flash in the pan| a project, person, etc|, that enjoys only short-lived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,13 ], "success, notoriety, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,2 ], "a sudden occurrence or display, esp| one suggestive of brilliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,3 ], "a very brief space of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,4 ], "an ostentatious display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,5 ], "a short news announcement concerning a new event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,6 ], "an insignia or emblem worn on a uniform, vehicle, etc|, to identify its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,6 ], "military formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,7 ], "a patch of bright colour on a dark background, such as light marking on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,7 ], "animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,8 ], "a volatile mixture of inorganic salts used to produce a glaze on bricks or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,8 ], "tiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,8,1 ], "a sudden rush of water down a river or watercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,8,2 ], "a device, such as a sluice, for producing such a rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,1,9 ], "short for flashlight ,1,2 or flash photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,10,1 ], "to cover (a roof) with flashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,10,2 ], "down by this method" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,10,2 ], "to send a sudden rush of water down (a river, etc|), or to carry (a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,10,3 ], "(in the making of glass) to coat (glass) with a thin layer of glass of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,10,3 ], "different colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,11,1 ], "to subject to a brief pulse of heat or radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,12,1 ], "to change (a liquid) to a gas by causing it to hit a hot surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,12,2 ], "to splash or dash (water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,2,1 ], "ostentatious or vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to gamblers and followers of boxing and racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,2,3 ], "sham or counterfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,2,4 ], "relating to or characteristic of the criminal underworld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,3,1 ], "to burst or cause to burst suddenly or intermittently into flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,3,2 ], "intermittently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,3,2 ], "to emit or reflect or cause to emit or reflect light suddenly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,4,1 ], "to move very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,5,1 ], "to come rapidly (into the mind or vision)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,6,1 ], "to appear like a sudden light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,6,1,1 ], "to signal or communicate very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,6,1,2 ], "to signal by use of a light, such as car headlights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,7,1 ], "to display ostentatiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,8,1 ], "to show suddenly and briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flash",1,9,1 ], "to expose oneself indecently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashback" ,1, 1, 1],"a transition in a novel, film, etc|, to an earlier scene or event",1). c_DEF([ "flashback" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "flashback" ,1, 3, 1],"to return in a novel, film, etc|, to a past event",1). c_DEF([ "flashboard",1,1,1 ], "a board or boarding that is placed along the top of a dam to increase its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashboard",1,1,1 ], "height and capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flashbulb",1,1,1 ], "a small expendable glass light bulb that is triggered, usually electrically to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashbulb",1,1,1 ], "produce a bright flash of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flashcube",1,1,1 ], "a boxlike camera attachment, holding four flashbulbs, that turns so that each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashcube",1,1,1 ], "flashbulb can be used in quick succession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flasher",1,1,1 ], "something that flashes, such as a direction indicator on a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flasher",1,1,2 ], "a person who indecently exposes himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashing",1,1,1 ], "a weatherproof material, esp| thin sheet metal, used to cover the valleys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashing",1,1,1 ], "between the slopes of a roof, the junction between a chimney and a roof, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flashlight",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for torch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashlight",1,1,2 ], "shortened to flash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flashlight",1,1,2 ], "the brief bright light emitted by a flashbulb or electronic flash| Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashlight",1,1,3 ], "a bright flashing light or its source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashover",1,1,1 ], "an electric discharge over or around the surface of an insulator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashy",1,1,1 ], "flashier, flashiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashy",1,1,2 ], "brilliant and dazzling, esp| for a short time or in a superficial way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flashy",1,1,3 ], "cheap and ostentatious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flask",1,1,1 ], "a bottle with a narrow neck, esp| used in a laboratory or for wine, oil, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flask",1,1,2 ], "a small flattened container of glass or metal designed to be carried in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flask",1,1,2 ], "pocket, esp| for liquor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flask",1,1,3 ], "a container packed with sand to form a mould in a foundry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flasket",1,1,1 ], "a long shallow basket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flasket",1,1,2 ], "a small flask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat cap",1,1,1 ], "another name for cloth cap ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat cap",1,1,2 ], "an Elizabethan man's hat with a narrow down-turned brim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat knot",1,1,1 ], "another name for reef knot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat racing",1,1,1,1 ], "the racing of horses on racecourses without jumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat racing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat spin",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft spin in which the longitudinal axis is more nearly horizontal than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat spin",1,1,1 ], "vertical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat spin",1,1,2 ], "a state of confusion; dither" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,1,1 ], "horizontal; level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,1,2 ], "even or smooth, without projections or depressions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,1,3 ], "lying stretched out at full length; prostrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,1,4 ], "having little depth or thickness; shallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,1 ], "having a surface or side in complete contact with another surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,10 ], "without variation or resonance; monotonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,11 ], "(of food) stale or tasteless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,12 ], "(of beer, sparkling wines, etc|) having lost effervescence, as by exposure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,12 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,13 ], "(of trade, business, a market, etc|) commercially inactive; sluggish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,14 ], "(of a battery) fully discharged; dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,15 ], "(of a print, photograph, or painting) lacking contrast or shading between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,15 ], "tones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,16 ], "(of paint) without gloss or lustre; matt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,17 ], "(of a painting) lacking perspective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,17,1 ], "been lowered in pitch by one chromatic semitone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,17,1 ], "denoting a note of a given letter name (or the sound it represents) that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,17,2 ], "(of an instrument, voice, etc|) out of tune by being too low in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,18 ], "another word for ,lenis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,19 ], "cat, usually represented by the symbol ()" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,19 ], "the vowel sound of a as in the usual U|S| or S Brit| pronunciation of hand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,2 ], "spread out, unrolled, or levelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,3 ], "(of a tyre) deflated, either partially or completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,4 ], "(of shoes) having an unraised or only slightly raised heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,4,1 ], "(of races, racetracks, or racecourses)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,5 ], "not having obstacles to be jumped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,5,2 ], "and hurdling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,5,2 ], "of, relating to, or connected with flat racing as opposed to steeplechasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,6 ], "without qualification; total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,7 ], "without possibility of change; fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,8 ], "neither more nor less; exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,2,9 ], "unexciting or lacking point or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,1 ], "in or into a prostrate, level, or flat state or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,2 ], "completely or utterly; absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,2,1 ], "lower than a standard pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,2,2 ], "too low in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,3 ], "fall flat| to prove a failure, not amusing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,4 ], "flat out| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,4,1 ], "with the maximum speed or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,3,4,2 ], "totally exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,1 ], "a flat object, surface, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,2 ], "a low-lying tract of land, esp| a marsh or swamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,3 ], "a mud bank exposed at low tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,3,1 ], "an accidental that lowers the pitch of the following note by one chromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,3,1 ], "semitone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,3,2 ], "a note affected by this accidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,4 ], "a rectangular wooden frame covered with painted canvas, etc|, used to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,4 ], "part of a stage setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,5 ], "a punctured car tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,5,1 ], "flat racing, esp| as opposed to steeplechasing and hurdling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,5,2 ], "the season of flat racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,4,6 ], "a flatboat or lighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,5,1 ], "to make or become flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",1,5,2 ], "the usual U|S| word for flatten ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",2,1,1 ], "Usual U|S| name: apartment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",2,1,1 ], "a set of rooms comprising a residence entirely on one floor of a building|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",2,1,2 ], "a set of rooms that is run-down, old-fashioned, not self-contained, or in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat",2,1,2 ], "old building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat",2,2,1 ], "to live in a flat (with someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat-bed press",1,1,1 ], "a printing machine on which the type forme is carried on a flat bed under a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat-bed press",1,1,1 ], "revolving paper-bearing cylinder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flat-footed",1,1,1 ], "having flatfoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat-footed",1,1,1,1 ], "clumsy or awkward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat-footed",1,1,1,2 ], "downright and uncompromising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat-footed",1,1,2 ], "off guard or unawares (often in the phrase catch flat-footed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flat-woven",1,1,1 ], "(of a carpet) woven without pile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatboat",1,1,1 ], "any boat with a flat bottom, usually for transporting goods on a canal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatboat",1,1,1 ], "river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatette",1,1,1 ], "a small flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatfish",1,1,1 ], "any marine spiny-finned fish of the order Heterosomata, including the halibut," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatfish",1,1,1 ], "plaice, turbot, and sole, all of which (when adult) swim along the sea floor on one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatfish",1,1,1 ], "side of the body, which is highly compressed and has both eyes on the uppermost" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flatfish",1,1,1 ], "side" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "flatfoot",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the entire sole of the foot is able to touch the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatfoot",1,1,1 ], "because of flattening of the instep arch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatfoot",1,1,2 ], "a slang word (usually derogatory)for a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flathead",1,1,1 ], "any Pacific scorpaenoid food fish of the family Platycephalidae, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flathead",1,1,1 ], "resemble gurnards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatiron",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an iron for pressing clothes that was heated by being placed on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatiron",1,1,1 ], "stove, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatlet",1,1,1 ], "a flat having only a few rooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatling",1,1,1 ], "in a flat or prostrate position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatling",1,3,1 ], "with the flat side, as of a sword|Also (for adv|): flatlings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatmate",1,1,1 ], "a person with whom one shares a flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flats",1,1,1 ], "shoes with a flat heel or no heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatten",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by out) to make or become flat or flatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatten",1,2,1,1 ], "to knock down or injure; prostrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatten",1,2,1,2 ], "to crush or subdue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatten",1,3,1 ], "flat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatten",1,3,1 ], "to lower the pitch of (a note) by one chromatic semitone| Usual U|S| word:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatten",1,4,1 ], "to manoeuvre an aircraft into horizontal flight, esp| after a dive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",1,1,1 ], "to praise insincerely, esp| in order to win favour or reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",1,1,2 ], "to show to advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",1,2,1 ], "to make to appear more attractive, etc|, than in reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",1,2,2 ], "to play upon or gratify the vanity of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",1,3,1 ], "to beguile with hope; encourage, esp| falsely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",1,4,1 ], "to congratulate or deceive (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",2,1,1 ], "a blacksmith's tool, resembling a flat-faced hammer, that is placed on forged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",2,1,1 ], "work and struck to smooth the surface of the forging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatter",2,1,2 ], "a die with a narrow rectangular orifice for drawing flat sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flattery",1,1,1 ], "the act of flattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flattery",1,1,2 ], "excessive or insincere praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatting",1,1,1 ], "the process of flattening metal into a sheet by rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flattish",1,1,1 ], "somewhat flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flattop",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for aircraft carrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatulent",1,1,1 ], "canal, producing uncomfortable distension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatulent",1,1,1 ], "suffering from or caused by an excessive amount of gas in the alimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatulent",1,1,2 ], "generating excessive gas in the alimentary canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatulent",1,1,3 ], "pretentious or windy in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatus",1,1,1 ], "gas generated in the alimentary canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatware",1,1,1 ], "plates, saucers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatways",1,1,1 ], "with the flat or broad side down or in contact with another surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatworm",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic or free-living invertebrate of the phylum Platyhelminthes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flatworm",1,1,1 ], "including planarians, flukes, and tapeworms, having a flattened body with no circulatory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flatworm",1,1,1 ], "system and only one opening to the intestine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flaubert" ,1, 1, 1],"1821-80, French novelist and short-story writer, regarded as a leader of the",1). c_DEF([ "flaubert" ,1, 1, 1],"19th-century naturalist school| His most famous novel,",2). c_DEF([ "flaubert" ,1, 1, 2],"(1874), and Trois Contes (1877)",4). c_DEF([ "flaubert" ,1, 1, 2],"L'Education sentimentale (1869) deal with the conflict of romantic attitudes and bourgeois",2). c_DEF([ "flaubert" ,1, 1, 2],"for which he was prosecuted (and acquitted) on charges of immorality, and",1). c_DEF([ "flaubert" ,1, 1, 2],"society|His other major works include Salammbo (1862), La Tentation de Saint Antoine",3). c_DEF([ "flaunch",1,1,1 ], "a cement or mortar slope around a chimney top, manhole, etc|, to throw off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaunch",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flaunt",1,1,1 ], "to display (possessions, oneself, etc|) ostentatiously; show off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaunt",1,1,2 ], "to wave or cause to wave freely; flutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaunt",1,2,1 ], "the act of flaunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaunty",1,1,1 ], "flauntier, flauntiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaunty",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or inclined to ostentatious display or flaunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flautist",1,1,1 ], "a player of the flute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavescent",1,1,1 ], "turning yellow; yellowish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavin",1,1,1 ], "a heterocyclic ketone that forms the nucleus of certain natural yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavin",1,1,1 ], "pigments, such as riboflavin| Formula: C10H6N4O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flavin",1,1,2 ], "any yellow pigment based on flavin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavin",1,1,3 ], "another name for quercetin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavine",1,1,1 ], "another name for acriflavine hydrochloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavine",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of flavin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavone",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline compound occurring in plants| Formula: C15H10O2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavone",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of yellow plant pigments derived from flavone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavoprotein",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that contain a derivative of riboflavin linked to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavoprotein",1,1,1 ], "protein and catalyse oxidation in cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flavopurpurin",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline dye derived from anthraquinone| Formula: C14H5O2(OH)3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavorous",1,1,1 ], "having flavour; tasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavour",1,1,1 ], "taste perceived in food or liquid in the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavour",1,1,2 ], "a substance added to food, etc|, to impart a specific taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavour",1,1,3 ], "a distinctive quality or atmosphere; suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavour",1,2,1 ], "to impart a flavour, taste, or quality to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavourful",1,1,1 ], "having a full pleasant taste or flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flavouring",1,1,1 ], "a substance used to impart a particular flavour to food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaw",1,1,1 ], "an imperfection, defect, or blemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaw",1,1,2 ], "a crack, breach, or rift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaw",1,1,3 ], "an invalidating fault or defect in a document or proceeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaw",1,2,1 ], "to make or become blemished, defective, or imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaw",2,1,1,1 ], "a sudden short gust of wind; squall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaw",2,1,1,2 ], "a spell of bad, esp| windy, weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaw",2,1,2 ], "an outburst of strong feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flax",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous plant or shrub of the genus Linum, esp| L| usitatissimum, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flax",1,1,1 ], "has blue flowers and is cultivated for its seeds (flaxseed) and for the fibres of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flax",1,1,1 ], "its stems: family Linaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flax",1,1,2 ], "the fibre of this plant, made into thread and woven into linen fabrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flax",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaxen",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling flax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaxen",1,1,2 ], "of a soft yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flaxseed",1,1,1 ], "the seed of the flax plant, which yields linseed oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flay",1,1,1 ], "to strip off the skin or outer covering of, esp| by whipping; skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flay",1,1,2 ], "to attack with savage criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flay",1,1,3 ], "to strip of money or goods, esp| by cheating or extortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flchette",1,1,1 ], "a steel dart or missile dropped from an aircraft, as in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fld|",1,1,1 ], "field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea beetle",1,1,1 ], "any small common beetle of the genera Phyllotreta, Chalcoides, etc|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea beetle",1,1,1 ], "enlarged hind legs and capable of jumping: family Chrysomelidae|The larvae of many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flea beetle",1,1,1 ], "species are very destructive to turnips and other cruciferous vegetables" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flea market",1,1,1 ], "an open-air market selling cheap and often second-hand goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea",1,1,1 ], "any small wingless parasitic blood-sucking insect of the order Siphonaptera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea",1,1,1 ], "living on the skin of mammals and birds and noted for their powers of leaping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flea",1,1,2 ], "any of various invertebrates that resemble fleas, such as the water flea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea",1,1,2 ], "flea beetle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flea",1,1,3 ], "flea in one's ear| Informal| a sharp rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea-bitten",1,1,1 ], "bitten by or infested with fleas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea-bitten",1,1,2 ], "shabby or decrepit; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flea-bitten",1,1,3 ], "(of the coat of a horse) having reddish-brown spots on a lighter background" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabag",1,1,1 ], "a dirty or unkempt person, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabag",1,1,2 ], "a cheap or dirty hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabane",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Erigeron, such as E| acer, having purplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabane",1,1,1 ], "tubular flower heads with orange centres: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleabane",1,1,2 ], "any of several plants of the related genus Pulicaria, esp| the Eurasian P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabane",1,1,2 ], "dysenterica, which has yellow daisy-like flower heads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleabane",1,1,3 ], "Canadian fleabane| a related plant, Conyza (or Erigeron)canadensis, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabane",1,1,3 ], "white tubular flower heads| U|S| name: horseweed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleabane",1,1,4 ], "any of various other plants reputed to ward off fleas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabite",1,1,1 ], "the bite of a flea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleabite",1,1,2 ], "a slight or trifling annoyance or discomfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleam",1,1,1 ], "a lancet used for letting blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleapit",1,1,1 ], "a shabby cinema or theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleawort",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fleawort",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the genus Senecio, esp| S| integrifolius, a European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleawort",1,1,1 ], "species with yellow daisy-like flowers and rosettes of downy leaves: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleawort",1,1,2 ], "a Eurasian plantain, Plantago psyllium (or P| indica), whose seeds resemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleawort",1,1,2 ], "fleas and were formerly used as a flea repellent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleawort",1,1,3 ], "another name for ploughman's spikenard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleck",1,1,1 ], "a small marking or streak; speckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleck",1,1,2 ], "a small particle; speck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleck",1,2,1 ], "Also: flecker|to mark or cover with flecks; speckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flection",1,1,1 ], "the act of bending or the state of being bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flection",1,1,2 ], "something bent; bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flection",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for inflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fled",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of flee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledge",1,1,1 ], "to feed and care for (a young bird) until it is able to fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledge",1,2,1 ], "feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fledge",1,2,1 ], "to fit (something, esp| an arrow) with a feather or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledge",1,3,1 ], "(of a young bird) to grow feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledge",1,4,1 ], "to cover or adorn with or as if with feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledgling",1,1,1 ], "a young bird that has just fledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledgling",1,1,2 ], "a young and inexperienced person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledgy",1,1,1 ], "fledgier, fledgiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fledgy",1,1,2 ], "feathery or feathered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flee",1,1,1 ], "to run away from (a place, danger, etc|); fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flee",1,2,1 ], "to run or move quickly; rush; speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleece",1,1,1 ], "consists of a mass of crinkly hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleece",1,1,1 ], "the coat of wool that covers the body of a sheep or similar animal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleece",1,1,2 ], "the wool removed from a single sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleece",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a fleece in texture or warmth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleece",1,1,4 ], "sheepskin or a fabric with soft pile, used as a lining for coats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleece",1,2,1 ], "to defraud or charge exorbitantly; swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleece",1,2,2 ], "another term for shear ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleecy",1,1,1 ], "fleecier, fleeciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleecy",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling fleece; woolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleer",1,1,1 ], "to grin or laugh at; scoff; sneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleer",1,2,1 ], "a derisory glance or grin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet admiral",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding the most senior commissioned rank in the U|S| and certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet admiral",1,1,1 ], "other navies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",1,1,1 ], "a number of warships organized as a tactical unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",1,1,2 ], "all the warships of a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",1,1,3 ], "a number of aircraft ships, buses, etc|, operating together or under the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",1,1,3 ], "ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,1,1 ], "rapid in movement; swift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,1,2 ], "fleeting; transient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,2,1 ], "to move rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,3,1 ], "to fade away smoothly; glide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,4,1,1 ], "to change the position of (a hawser)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,4,1,2 ], "to pass (a messenger or lead) to a hawser from a winch for hauling in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,4,1,3 ], "to spread apart (the blocks of a tackle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,5,1 ], "to float or swim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",2,6,1 ], "to cause (time) to pass rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleet",3,1,1 ], "a small coastal inlet; creek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleeting",1,1,1 ], "rapid and transient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flench" ,1, 1, 1],"to strip (a whale, seal, etc|) of (its blubber or skin)",1). c_DEF([ "flesh fly",1,1,1 ], "any dipterous fly of the genus Sarcophaga, esp| S| carnaria, whose larvae feed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh fly",1,1,1 ], "on carrion or the tissues of living animals: family Calliphoridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flesh wound",1,1,1 ], "a wound affecting superficial tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,1 ], "distinct from bone and viscera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,1 ], "the soft part of the body of an animal or human, esp| muscular tissue, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,10 ], "erroneous belief on the physical plane, esp| the belief that matter has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,10 ], "sensation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,11 ], "of or relating to the inner or under layer of a skin or hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,12 ], "in the flesh| in person; actually present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,13 ], "make one's flesh creep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,14 ], "(esp| of something ghostly) to frighten and horrify one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,2 ], "excess weight; fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,3 ], "meat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,3 ], "the edible tissue of animals as opposed to that of fish or, sometimes, fowl;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,4 ], "skin, core, stone, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,4 ], "the thick usually soft part of a fruit or vegetable, as distinct from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,5 ], "spirit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,5 ], "the human body and its physical or sensual nature as opposed to the soul or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,6 ], "mankind in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,7 ], "animate creatures in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,8 ], "one's own family; kin (esp| in the phrase one's own flesh and blood)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,1,9 ], "a yellowish-pink to greyish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,2,1 ], "quantities of raw flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,2,1 ], "to stimulate the hunting instinct of (hounds or falcons) by giving them small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,2,2 ], "to wound the flesh of with a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,2,3 ], "to accustom or incite to bloodshed or battle by initial experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,2,4 ], "to remove the flesh layer of (a hide or skin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesh",1,2,5 ], "to fatten; fill out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesher",1,1,1 ], "a person or machine that fleshes hides or skins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flesher",1,1,2 ], "a person who sells meat; butcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshings",1,1,1 ], "flesh-coloured tights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshings",1,1,2 ], "bits of flesh scraped from the hides or skins of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshly",1,1,2 ], "relating to the body, esp| its sensual nature; carnal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshly",1,1,3 ], "worldly as opposed to spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshly",1,1,4 ], "fleshy; fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshpots",1,1,1 ], "luxurious or self-indulgent living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshpots",1,1,2 ], "places, such as striptease clubs, where bodily desires are gratified or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshpots",1,1,2 ], "titillated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fleshy",1,1,1 ], "fleshier, fleshiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshy",1,1,2 ], "fat; plump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshy",1,1,3 ], "related to or resembling flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleshy",1,1,4 ], "(of some fruits, leaves, etc|) thick and pulpy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fletch",1,1,1 ], "another word for fledge ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fletcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes arrows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fletchings",1,1,1 ], "arrow feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleur-de-lis",1,1,1 ], "a charge representing a lily with three distinct petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleur-de-lis",1,1,2 ], "another name for iris ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleurette",1,1,1 ], "an ornament or motif resembling a flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleuron",1,1,1 ], "another name for flower ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleuron",1,1,2 ], "a decorative piece of pastry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flew",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of fly ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flew",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flue ,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flews",1,1,1 ], "the fleshy hanging upper lip of a bloodhound or similar dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flex",1,1,1 ], "U|S| name: cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flex",1,1,1 ], "a flexible insulated electric cable, used esp| to connect appliances to mains|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flex",1,1,2 ], "flexibility or pliability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flex",1,2,1 ], "to bend or be bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flex",1,2,2 ], "to contract (a muscle) or (of a muscle) to contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexible",1,1,1 ], "Also flexile |able to be bent easily without breaking; pliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexible",1,1,2 ], "adaptable or variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexible",1,1,3 ], "able to be persuaded easily; tractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexion",1,1,1 ], "the act of bending a joint or limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexion",1,1,2 ], "the condition of the joint or limb so bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexion",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of flection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexitime",1,1,1 ], "a system permitting flexibility of working hours at the beginning or end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexitime",1,1,1 ], "each day, provided an agreed number of hours are spent at work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flexo",1,3,1 ], "short for flexography, flexographic, or flexographically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexography",1,1,1 ], "a method of rotary letterpress printing using a resilient printing plate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexography",1,1,1 ], "solvent-based ink: used characteristically for printing on metal foil or plastic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flexography",1,1,2 ], "matter printed by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexor",1,1,1 ], "any muscle whose contraction serves to bend a joint or limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexuous",1,1,1 ], "full of bends or curves; winding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexuous",1,1,2 ], "variable; unsteady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexure",1,1,1 ], "the act of flexing or the state of being flexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flexure",1,1,2 ], "a bend, turn, or fold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fley",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fley",1,1,2 ], "to be afraid or cause to be afraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fley",1,2,1 ], "to frighten away; scare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fleysome",1,1,1 ], "dialect| frightening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flibbertigibbet",1,1,1 ], "an irresponsible, silly, or gossipy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick knife",1,1,1 ], "U|S| word: switchblade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flick knife",1,1,1 ], "a knife with a retractable blade that springs out when a button is pressed|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,1,1 ], "to touch with or as if with the finger or hand in a quick jerky movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,2,1 ], "to propel or remove by a quick jerky movement, usually of the fingers or hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,2,2 ], "to move or cause to move quickly or jerkily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,2,3 ], "(intr|; foll| by through) to read or look at (a book, newspaper, etc|) quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,2,3 ], "or idly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,2,4 ], "to snap or click (the fingers) to produce a sharp sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,3,1 ], "a tap or quick stroke with the fingers, a whip, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,3,2 ], "the sound made by such a stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",1,3,3 ], "a fleck, streak, or particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",2,1,1 ], "a cinema film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flick",2,1,2 ], "the| the cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,1,1 ], "to shine with an unsteady or intermittent light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,2,1 ], "to move quickly to and fro; quiver, flutter, or vibrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,3,1 ], "to cause to flicker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,4,1 ], "an unsteady or brief light or flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,4,2 ], "a swift quivering or fluttering movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,4,3 ], "a visual sensation, often seen in a television image, produced by periodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,4,3 ], "fluctuations in the brightness of light at a frequency below that covered by the persistence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",1,4,3 ], "of vision" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",2,1,1 ], "any North American woodpecker of the genus Colaptes, esp| C| auratus , which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flicker",2,1,1 ], "has a yellow undersurface to the wings and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that flies or moves very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flier",1,1,2 ], "an aviator or pilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flier",1,1,3 ], "a long flying leap; bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flier",1,1,4 ], "a fast-moving machine part, esp| one having periodic motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flier",1,1,5 ], "a rectangular step in a straight flight of stairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flier",1,1,6 ], "an informal word for flying start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight arrow",1,1,1 ], "a long thin arrow used for shooting long distances| Often shortened to flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight deck",1,1,1 ], "the crew compartment in an airliner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight deck",1,1,2 ], "the upper deck of an aircraft carrier from which aircraft take off and on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight deck",1,1,2 ], "which they land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight engineer",1,1,1 ], "aircraft's systems, including the engines, during flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight engineer",1,1,1 ], "the member of an aircraft crew who is responsible for the operation of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight feather",1,1,1 ], "any of the large stiff feathers that cover the wings and tail of a bird and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight feather",1,1,1 ], "are adapted for flying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight formation",1,1,1 ], "two or more aircraft flying together in a set pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding a commissioned rank senior to a flying officer and junior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "to a squadron leader in the R|A|F| and certain other air forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight line",1,1,1 ], "an area of an airfield or airport on which aircraft, esp| military aircraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight line",1,1,1 ], "are parked and serviced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight path",1,1,1 ], "the course through the air of an aircraft, rocket, or projectile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight plan",1,1,1 ], "a written statement of the details of a proposed aircraft flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight recorder",1,1,1 ], "an electronic device fitted to an aircraft for collecting and storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight recorder",1,1,1 ], "information concerning its performance in flight| It is often used to determine the cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight recorder",1,1,1 ], "of a crash" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flight simulator",1,1,1 ], "a ground-training device that reproduces exactly the conditions experienced on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight simulator",1,1,1 ], "the flight deck of an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight strip",1,1,1 ], "a strip of cleared land used as an emergency runway for aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight strip",1,1,2 ], "another name for runway ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight strip",1,1,3 ], "a strip of continuous aerial photographs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight surgeon",1,1,1 ], "a medical officer specializing in aviation medicine in the U|S| and certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight surgeon",1,1,1 ], "other air forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,1 ], "the act, skill, or manner of flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,10 ], "the distance covered by a flight arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,10,1 ], "a flighted movement imparted to a ball, dart, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,10,2 ], "the ability to flight a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,11 ], "a device on a spinning lure that revolves rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,12 ], "a set of steps or stairs between one landing or floor and the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,13 ], "a large enclosed area attached to an aviary or pigeon loft where the birds may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,13 ], "fly but not escape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,2 ], "a journey made by a flying animal or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,3 ], "a group of flying birds or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,4 ], "the basic tactical unit of a military air force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,5 ], "a journey through space, esp| of a spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,6 ], "rapid movement or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,7 ], "a soaring mental journey above or beyond the normal everyday world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,7,1 ], "a single line of hurdles across a track in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,7,2 ], "a series of such hurdles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,8 ], "a bird's wing or tail feather; flight feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,9 ], "a feather or plastic attachment fitted to an arrow or dart to give it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,1,9 ], "stability in flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,2,1 ], "target" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a ball, dart, etc|) to float slowly or deceptively towards its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,3,1 ], "(of wild fowl) to fly in groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,4,1 ], "to shoot (a bird) in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",1,5,1 ], "to fledge (an arrow or dart)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",2,1,1 ], "the act of fleeing or running away, as from danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",2,1,2 ], "put to flight| to cause to run away; rout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flight",2,1,3 ], "take flight| to run away or withdraw hastily; flee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flightless",1,1,1 ], "(of certain birds and insects) unable to fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flighty",1,1,1 ], "flightier, flightiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flighty",1,1,2 ], "frivolous and irresponsible; capricious; volatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flighty",1,1,3 ], "mentally erratic, unstable, or wandering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flighty",1,1,4 ], "flirtatious; coquettish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flimflam" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"nonsense; rubbish; foolishness",1). c_DEF([ "flimflam" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "flimflam" ,1, 1, 2],"a deception; trick; swindle",1). c_DEF([ "flimflam" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to deceive; trick; swindle; cheat",1). c_DEF([ "flimsy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flimsy",1,1,2 ], "not strong or substantial; fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flimsy",1,1,3 ], "light and thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flimsy",1,1,4 ], "unconvincing or inadequate; weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flimsy",1,2,1 ], "thin paper used for making carbon copies of a letter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flimsy",1,2,2 ], "a copy made on such paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinch",1,1,1 ], "to draw back suddenly, as from pain, shock, etc|; wince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinch",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by from) to avoid contact (with); shy away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinch",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of drawing back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinch",1,2,2 ], "a card game in which players build sequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinch",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinders",1,1,1 ], "small fragments or splinters (esp| in the phrase fly into flinders)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to throw, esp| with force or abandon; hurl or toss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,1,2 ], "to put or send without warning or preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,1,3 ], "to move (oneself or a part of the body) with abandon or speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,1,4 ], "(usually foll| by into) to apply (oneself) diligently and with vigour (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,1,5 ], "to cast aside; disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,1,6 ], "to utter violently or offensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,1,7 ], "to give out; emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of flinging; toss; throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,2,2 ], "a period or occasion of unrestrained, impulsive, or extravagant behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,2,3 ], "Highland fling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,2,3 ], "any of various vigorous Scottish reels full of leaps and turns, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fling",1,2,4 ], "a trial; try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flint glass",1,1,1 ], "another name for optical flint, flint ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flint",1,1,1 ], "an impure opaque microcrystalline greyish-black form of quartz that occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flint",1,1,1 ], "chalk| It produces sparks when struck with steel and is used in the manufacture of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flint",1,1,1 ], "pottery, flint glass, and road-construction materials| Formula: SiO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flint",1,1,2 ], "any piece of flint, esp| one used as a primitive tool or for striking fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flint",1,1,3 ], "a small cylindrical piece of an iron alloy, used in cigarette lighters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flint",1,1,4 ], "colourless glass other than plate glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flint",1,2,1 ], "to fit or provide with a flint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flintlock",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete gunlock in which the charge is ignited by a spark produced by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flintlock",1,1,1 ], "flint in the hammer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flintlock",1,1,2 ], "a firearm having such a lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinty",1,1,1 ], "flintier, flintiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinty",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling flint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flinty",1,1,3 ], "hard or cruel; obdurate; unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip side",1,1,1 ], "the less important side of a pop record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,1,1 ], "to throw (something light or small) carelessly or briskly; toss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,1,2 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,1,2 ], "to throw or flick (an object such as a coin) so that it turns or spins in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,1,3 ], "to propel by a sudden movement of the finger; flick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by through) to read or look at (a book, newspaper, etc|) quickly, idly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,1,4 ], "or incompletely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,2,1 ], "(of small objects) to move or bounce jerkily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,3,1 ], "to make a snapping movement or noise with the finger and thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,4,1 ], "lid, flip one's top)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,4,1 ], "to fly into a rage or an emotional outburst (also in the phrases flip one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,5,1 ], "to become ecstatic or very excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,6,1 ], "a snap or tap, usually with the fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,6,2 ], "a rapid jerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,6,3 ], "a somersault, esp| one performed in the air, as in a dive, rather than from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,6,3 ], "standing position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,6,4 ], "any alcoholic drink containing beaten egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip",1,7,1 ], "impertinent, flippant, or pert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 1, 1],"a backward handspring",1). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 1, 2],"an electronic device or circuit that can assume either of two stable states by",1). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 1, 2],"the application of a suitable pulse",2). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 1, 3],"a complete change of opinion, policy, etc",1). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 1, 4],"a repeated flapping or banging noise",1). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 1, 5],"Also called (esp| U|S|): thong| a rubber-soled sandal attached to the foot by",1). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 1, 5],"a thong between the big toe and the next toe",2). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 2, 1],"ping, -flopped",1). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to move with repeated flaps",1). c_DEF([ "flip-flop" ,1, 3, 1],"with repeated flappings",1). c_DEF([ "flippant",1,1,1 ], "marked by inappropriate levity; frivolous or offhand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flippant",1,1,2 ], "impertinent; saucy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flippant",1,2,1 ], "talkative or nimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flipper",1,1,1 ], "specialized for swimming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flipper",1,1,1 ], "the flat broad limb of seals, whales, penguins, and other aquatic animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flipper",1,1,2 ], "either of a pair of rubber paddle-like devices worn on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flipper",1,1,2 ], "feet as an aid in swimming, esp| underwater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flipping" ,1, 2, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "flipping" ,1, 2, 2],"it's flipping cold",1). c_DEF([ "flirt",1,1,1 ], "another's affections; dally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flirt",1,1,1 ], "to behave or act amorously without emotional commitment; toy or play with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirt",1,2,1 ], "to deal playfully or carelessly (with something dangerous or serious); trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirt",1,3,1 ], "to think casually (about); toy (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirt",1,4,1 ], "to move jerkily; dart; flit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirt",1,5,1 ], "to subject to a sudden swift motion; flick or toss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirt",1,6,1 ], "a person who acts flirtatiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirtation",1,1,1 ], "behaviour intended to arouse sexual feelings or advances without emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirtation",1,1,1 ], "commitment; coquetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flirtation",1,1,2 ], "any casual involvement without commitment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirtatious",1,1,1 ], "given to flirtation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flirtatious",1,1,2 ], "expressive of playful sexual invitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,1,2 ], "to fly rapidly and lightly; flutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,1,3 ], "to pass quickly; fleet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,1,4 ], "and northern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,1,5 ], "to move house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,1,6 ], "to depart hurriedly and stealthily in order to avoid obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,1,7 ], "an informal word for elope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of flitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,2,2 ], "a male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,2,3 ], "a hurried and stealthy departure in order to avoid obligations (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,2,3 ], "phrase do a flit)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,2,4 ], "moonlight flit| Brit| informal| a departure in this manner at night, esp| from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flit",1,2,4 ], "rented accommodation to avoid payment of rent owed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flitch",1,1,1 ], "a side of pork salted and cured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flitch",1,1,2 ], "a steak cut from the side of certain fishes, esp| halibut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flitch",1,1,3 ], "a piece of timber cut lengthways from a tree trunk, esp| one that is larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flitch",1,1,3 ], "than 4 by 12 inches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flitch",1,2,1 ], "to cut (a tree trunk) into flitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flite",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flite",1,2,1 ], "to scold or rail at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flite",1,3,1 ], "a dispute or scolding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flitter",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for flutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flittermouse",1,1,1 ], "a dialect name for bat ,2,(the animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flivver",1,1,1 ], "an old, cheap, or battered car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flneur",1,1,1 ], "an idler or loafer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float glass",1,1,1 ], "a type of flat polished transparent glass made by allowing the molten glass to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float glass",1,1,1 ], "harden as it floats on liquid of higher density" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,1,1 ], "to rest or cause to rest on the surface of a fluid or in a fluid or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,1,1 ], "without sinking; be buoyant or cause to exhibit buoyancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,1,2 ], "through air, water, etc|; drift" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move buoyantly, lightly, or freely across a surface or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,1,3 ], "to move about aimlessly, esp| in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,1,4 ], "to suspend or be suspended without falling; hang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,2,1,1 ], "to launch or establish (a commercial enterprise, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,2,1,2 ], "to offer for sale (stock or bond issues, etc|) on the stock market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,3,1 ], "market forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,3,1 ], "to allow (a currency) to fluctuate against other currencies in accordance with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,4,1 ], "to flood, inundate, or irrigate (land), either artificially or naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,5,1 ], "to spread, smooth, or level (a surface of plaster, rendering, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,1 ], "something that floats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,10 ], "a motor vehicle used to carry a tableau or exhibit in a parade, esp| a civic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,10 ], "parade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,11 ], "a small delivery vehicle, esp| one powered by batteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,12 ], "a vehicle for transporting horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,13 ], "the total value of uncollected cheques and other commercial papers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,14 ], "a sum to be applied to minor expenses; petty cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,15 ], "a sum of money used by shopkeepers to provide change at the start of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,15 ], "calculating the day's takings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,15 ], "day's business, this sum being subtracted from the total at the end of the day when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,16 ], "the hollow floating ball of a ballcock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,17 ], "a milk shake or other drink with a scoop of ice cream in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,18 ], "(in textiles) a single thread brought to or above the surface of a woven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,18 ], "fabric, esp| to form a pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,2 ], "an indicator attached to a baited line that sits on the water and moves when a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,2 ], "fish bites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,3 ], "a small hand tool with a rectangular blade used for floating plaster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,4 ], "any buoyant object, such as a platform or inflated tube, used offshore by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,4 ], "swimmers or, when moored alongside a pier, as a dock by vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,5 ], "a blade of a paddle wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,6 ], "a buoyant garment or device to aid a person in staying afloat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,7 ], "a hollow watertight structure fitted to the underside of an aircraft to allow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,7 ], "it to land on water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,8 ], "another name for air bladder ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float",1,6,9 ], "an exhibit carried in a parade, esp| a religious parade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "float-feed",1,1,1 ], "(of a fuel system) controlled by a float operating a needle valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floatage",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flotage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floatation",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floater",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that floats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floater",1,1,1,1 ], "a person of no fixed political opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floater",1,1,1,2 ], "a person who votes illegally in more than one district at one election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floater",1,1,1,3 ], "a voter who can be bribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floater",1,1,2 ], "a policy covering loss or theft of or damage to movable property, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floater",1,1,2 ], "jewels or furs, regardless of its location" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floater",1,1,3 ], "a person who often changes employment, residence, etc|; drifter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating assets",1,1,1 ], "another term for current assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating charge",1,1,1 ], "an unsecured charge on the assets of an enterprise that allows such assets to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating charge",1,1,1 ], "be used commercially until the enterprise ceases to operate or the creditor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating charge",1,1,1 ], "intervenes to demand collateral" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "floating dock",1,1,1 ], "a large boxlike structure that can be submerged to allow a vessel to enter it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating dock",1,1,1 ], "and then floated to raise the vessel out of the water for maintenance or repair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating heart",1,1,1 ], "any perennial aquatic freshwater plant of the genus Nymphoides, esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating heart",1,2,1 ], "lacunosum, having floating heart-shaped leaves: family Menyanthaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating island",1,1,1 ], "a mass of soil held together by vegetation and floating like an island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating policy",1,1,1 ], "(in marine insurance) a policy covering loss of or damage to specified goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating policy",1,1,1 ], "irrespective of the ship in which they are consigned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating policy",1,1,2 ], "another term for floater ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating rib",1,1,1 ], "any one of the lower two pairs of ribs in man, which are not attached to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating rib",1,1,1 ], "breastbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,1 ], "having little or no attachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,2 ], "(of an organ or part) displaced from the normal position or abnormally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,2 ], "movable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,3 ], "not definitely attached to one place or policy; uncommitted or unfixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,3,1 ], "(of capital)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,4 ], "not allocated or invested available for current use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,4,2 ], "(of debt) short-term and unfunded, usually raised by a government or company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,4,2 ], "to meet current expenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,4,3 ], "(of a currency) free to fluctuate against other currencies in accordance with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,4,3 ], "market forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,5 ], "operating smoothly through being free from external constraints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating",1,1,6 ], "(of an electronic circuit or device) not connected to a source of voltage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floating-point representation",1,1,1 ], "indicating the significant digits, the set b giving the position of the radix point| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floating-point representation",1,1,1 ], "number is the product ar'b, where r is the base of the number system used" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "floating-point representation",1,1,1 ], "the representation of numbers by two sets of digits (a, b), the set a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floats",1,1,1 ], "another word for footlights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floaty",1,1,1 ], "floatier, floatiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floaty",1,1,2 ], "filmy and light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floaty",1,1,3 ], "capable of floating; buoyant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floaty",1,1,4 ], "(of a vessel) riding high in the water; of shallow draught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floc",1,1,1 ], "another word for floccule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floccose",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or covered with woolly tufts or hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flocculant",1,1,1 ], "a substance added to colloids to prevent coagulation of their suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flocculant",1,1,1 ], "particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flocculate",1,1,1 ], "to form or be formed into an aggregated flocculent mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floccule" ,1, 1, 1],"flocculus, flock, or flocn",1). c_DEF([ "floccule" ,1, 1, 2],"a small aggregate of flocculent material",1). c_DEF([ "floccule" ,1, 1, 3],"something resembling a tuft of wool",1). c_DEF([ "flocculent",1,1,1 ], "like wool; fleecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flocculent",1,1,2 ], "aggregated in woolly cloudlike masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flocculent",1,1,3 ], "covered with tufts or flakes of a waxy or wool-like substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flocculus",1,1,1 ], "a marking on the sun's surface or in its atmosphere, as seen on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flocculus",1,1,1 ], "darker" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flocculus",1,1,1 ], "spectroheliogram| It consists of calcium when lighter than the surroundings and of hydrogen when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flocculus",1,1,2 ], "a tiny ovoid prominence on each side of the cerebellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flocculus",1,1,3 ], "another word for floccule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floccus",1,1,1 ], "a downy or woolly covering, as on the young of certain birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floccus",1,1,2 ], "a small woolly tuft of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floccus",1,2,1 ], "(of a cloud) having the appearance of woolly tufts at odd intervals in its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floccus",1,2,1 ], "structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flock",1,1,1 ], "a group of animals of one kind, esp| sheep or birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",1,1,2 ], "a large number of people; crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",1,1,3 ], "a body of Christians regarded as the pastoral charge of a priest, a bishop," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",1,1,3 ], "the pope, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flock",1,1,4 ], "a band of people; group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",1,2,1 ], "to gather together or move in a flock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",1,2,2 ], "to go in large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,1,1 ], "a tuft, as of wool, hair, cotton, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,1,1,1 ], "mattresses, upholstered chairs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,1,1,1 ], "waste from fabrics such as cotton, wool, or other cloth used for stuffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,1,2 ], "pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,1,2 ], "very small tufts of wool applied to fabrics, wallpaper, etc|, to give a raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,1,3 ], "another word for floccule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flock",2,2,1 ], "to fill, cover, or ornament with flock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,1,1 ], "to beat harshly, esp| with a whip, strap, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,1,2 ], "to sell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,2,1 ], "(of a sail) to flap noisily in the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,3,1 ], "to make progress by painful work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,3,2 ], "flog a dead horse| to pursue a line of attack or argument from which no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,3,2 ], "results can come" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,3,3 ], "flog to death| to persuade a person so persistently of the value of (an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flog",1,3,3 ], "or venture) that he loses interest in it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flong",1,1,1 ], "a material used for making moulds in stereotyping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flong",1,1,2 ], "material that is not urgently topical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood control",1,1,1 ], "artificial channels, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flood control",1,1,1 ], "the technique or practice of preventing or controlling floods with dams," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood plain",1,1,1 ], "flooding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flood plain",1,1,1 ], "the flat area bordering a river, composed of sediment deposited during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,1,1 ], "of water, esp| a river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,1,1 ], "the inundation of land that is normally dry through the overflowing of a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,1,2 ], "in flood)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,1,2 ], "the state of a river that is at an abnormally high level (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,2 ], "a great outpouring or flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,2,1 ], "the rising of the tide from low to high water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,3 ], "short for floodlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,1,4 ], "a large body of water, as the sea or a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,2,1 ], "(of water) to inundate or submerge (land) or (of land) to be inundated or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,2,1 ], "submerged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,2,2 ], "to fill or be filled to overflowing, as with a flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,3,1 ], "to flow; surge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,3,2 ], "or (of a carburettor, etc|) to be supplied with such an excess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,3,2 ], "to supply an excessive quantity of petrol to (a carburettor or petrol engine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,4,1 ], "to rise to a flood; overflow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,5,1,1 ], "to bleed profusely from the uterus, as following childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flood",1,5,1,2 ], "to have an abnormally heavy flow of blood during a menstrual period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floodgate",1,1,1 ], "a gate in a sluice that is used to control the flow of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floodgate",1,1,2 ], "a control or barrier against an outpouring or flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floodlight" ,1, 1, 1],"a broad intense beam of artificial light, esp| as used in the theatre or to",1). c_DEF([ "floodlight" ,1, 1, 1],"illuminate the exterior of buildings",2). c_DEF([ "floodlight" ,1, 1, 2],"the lamp or source producing such light",1). c_DEF([ "floodlight" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to illuminate by or as if by a floodlight",1). c_DEF([ "floor leader",1,1,1 ], "a member of a legislative body who organizes his party's activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor manager",1,1,1 ], "the stage manager employed in the production of a television programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor manager",1,1,2 ], "a person in overall charge of one floor of a large shop or department store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor plan",1,1,1 ], "a drawing to scale of the arrangement of rooms on one floor of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor show",1,1,1 ], "a series of entertainments, such as singing, dancing, and comedy acts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor show",1,1,1 ], "performed in a nightclub" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,1 ], "the inner lower surface of a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,10 ], "the earth; ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,11 ], "a minimum price charged or paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,12 ], "take the floor| to begin dancing on a dance floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,2 ], "a storey of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,3 ], "a flat bottom surface in or on any structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,4 ], "the bottom surface of a tunnel, cave, river, sea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,5 ], "an underlying stratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,6 ], "the bottom, or the lowermost framing members at the bottom, of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,7 ], "conducted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,7 ], "that part of a legislative hall in which debate and other business is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,8 ], "get, have, or be given the floor)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,8 ], "the right to speak in a legislative or deliberative body (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,1,9 ], "the room in a stock exchange where trading takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,2,1 ], "to cover with or construct a floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,3,1 ], "to knock to the floor or ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor",1,4,1 ], "to disconcert, confound, or defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floor-walker",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for shopwalker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floorage",1,1,1 ], "an area of floor; floor space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floorboard",1,1,1 ], "one of the boards forming a floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flooring saw",1,1,1 ], "a type of saw curved at the end for cutting through floorboards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flooring",1,1,1 ], "the material used in making a floor, esp| the surface material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flooring",1,1,2 ], "another word for floor ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floozy",1,1,1 ], "a disreputable woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,1,1 ], "to bend, fall, or collapse loosely or carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by into, onto, etc|) to fall, cause to fall, or move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,1,2 ], "with a sudden noise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,2,1 ], "to fail; be unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,3,1 ], "to fall flat onto the surface of water, hitting it with the front of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,4,1 ], "to go to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,5,1 ], "the act of flopping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,5,2 ], "a complete failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flop",1,5,3 ], "a place to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flophouse",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for dosshouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floppy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floppy",1,1,2 ], "limp or hanging loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flora",1,1,1 ], "all the plant life of a given place or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flora",1,1,2 ], "a descriptive list of such plants, often including a key for identification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flora",1,1,3 ], "short for intestinal flora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floral envelope",1,1,1 ], "corolla (considered together) or the perianth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floral envelope",1,1,1 ], "the part of a flower that surrounds the stamens and pistil: the calyx and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floral",1,1,1 ], "decorated with or consisting of flowers or patterns of flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floral",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or associated with flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floreat" ,1, 1, 1],"reant|",1). c_DEF([ "floreat" ,1, 1, 2],"may (a person, institution, etc|) flourish floreat Oxonia!",1). c_DEF([ "floreated",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of floriated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florescence",1,1,1 ], "the process, state, or period of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floret",1,1,1 ], "a small flower, esp| one of many making up the head of a composite flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floriated",1,1,1 ], "having ornamentation based on flowers and leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floribunda",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of cultivated hybrid roses whose flowers grow in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floribunda",1,1,1 ], "large sprays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floriculture",1,1,1 ], "the cultivation of flowering plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florid",1,1,1 ], "having a red or flushed complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florid",1,1,2 ], "excessively ornate; flowery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florid",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for flowery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florigen",1,1,1 ], "synthesized in the leaves as a photoperiodic response and transmitted to the flower buds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "florigen",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical plant hormone that induces flowering, thought to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florilegium",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a lavishly illustrated book on flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florilegium",1,1,2 ], "an anthology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florin",1,1,1 ], "a former British coin, originally silver and later cupronickel, equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florin",1,1,1 ], "ten (new) pence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "florin",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) another name for guilder ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florin",1,1,3 ], "any of various gold coins of Florence, Britain, or Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "florist",1,1,1 ], "a person who grows or deals in flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floristic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to flowers or a flora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floristics",1,1,1 ], "plant species in a particular area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floristics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the types, numbers, and distribution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floruit",1,1,1 ], "(he or she) flourished: used to indicate the period when a historical figure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floruit",1,1,1 ], "whose birth and death dates are unknown, was most active" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flory",1,1,1 ], "containing a fleur-de-lis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flor|",1,1,1 ], "floruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flos ferri",1,1,1 ], "a variety of aragonite that is deposited from hot springs in the form of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flos ferri",1,1,1 ], "white branching mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floss",1,1,1 ], "the mass of fine silky fibres obtained from cotton and similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floss",1,1,2 ], "any similar fine silky material, such as the hairlike styles and stigmas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floss",1,1,2 ], "maize or the fibres prepared from silkworm cocoons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "floss",1,1,3 ], "untwisted silk thread used in embroidery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floss",1,1,4 ], "a waxed thread used to remove food particles from between teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flossy",1,1,1 ], "flossier, flossiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flossy",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or resembling floss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flossy",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of dress) showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotage",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of floating; flotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotage",1,1,2 ], "buoyancy; power or ability to float" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotage",1,1,3 ], "objects or material that float on the surface of the water; flotsam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotation",1,1,1,1 ], "the launching or financing of a commercial enterprise by bond or share issues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotation",1,1,1,2 ], "the raising of a loan or new capital by bond or share issues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotation",1,1,2 ], "power or ability to float; buoyancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotation",1,1,3 ], "a process to concentrate the valuable ore in low-grade ores| The ore is ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotation",1,1,3 ], "aerated| The bubbles formed trap the required ore and carry them to the surface froth," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flotation",1,1,3 ], "to a powder, mixed with water containing surface-active chemicals, and vigorously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flotation",1,1,3 ], "which is then skimmed off" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "flotilla",1,1,1 ], "a small fleet or a fleet of small vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotsam",1,1,1 ], "wreckage from a ship found floating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotsam",1,1,2 ], "jetsam)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flotsam",1,1,2 ], "useless or discarded objects; odds and ends (esp| in the phrase flotsam and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flotsam",1,1,3 ], "vagrants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounce",1,1,1 ], "to move or go with emphatic or impatient movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounce",1,2,1 ], "the act of flouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounce",2,1,1 ], "an ornamental gathered ruffle sewn to a garment by its top edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flouncing",1,1,1 ], "material, such as lace or embroidered fabric, used for making flounces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounder",1,1,1 ], "to struggle; to move with difficulty, as in mud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounder",1,1,2 ], "to behave awkwardly; make mistakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounder",1,2,1 ], "the act of floundering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounder",2,1,1 ], "a European flatfish, Platichthys flesus, having a greyish-brown body covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flounder",2,1,1 ], "with prickly scales: family Pleuronectidae: an important food fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flounder",2,1,2 ], "(plaice, halibut, sand dab, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flounder",2,1,2 ], "any flatfish of the families Bothidae (turbot, etc|) and Pleuronectidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,1,1 ], "a powder, which may be either fine or coarse, prepared by sifting and grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,1,1 ], "the meal of a grass, esp| wheat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,1,2 ], "any finely powdered substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,2,1 ], "to make (grain, etc|) into flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,3,1 ], "to dredge or sprinkle (food or cooking utensils) with flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,3,2 ], "(of mercury) to break into fine particles on the surface of a metal rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,3,2 ], "by impurities, esp| sulphur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flour",1,3,2 ], "than amalgamating, or to produce such an effect on (a metal)| The effect is caused" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,1,1 ], "to thrive; prosper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,2,1 ], "to be at the peak of condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,3,1 ], "to be healthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,3,2 ], "to wave or cause to wave in the air with sweeping strokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,3,3 ], "to display or make a display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,3,4 ], "to play (a fanfare, etc|) on a musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,4,1 ], "to embellish writing, characters, etc|, with ornamental strokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,4,2 ], "to add decorations or embellishments to (speech or writing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,5,1 ], "an obsolete word for blossom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,1 ], "the act of waving or brandishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,2 ], "a showy gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,3 ], "an ornamental embellishment in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,4 ], "a display of ornamental language or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,5 ], "a grandiose passage of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,6 ], "an ostentatious display or parade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,6,1 ], "the state of flourishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flourish",1,6,6,2 ], "the state of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flout",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by at) to show contempt (for) scoff or jeer (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow chart",1,1,1 ], "a diagrammatic representation of the sequence of operations or equipment in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow chart",1,1,1 ], "industrial process, computer program, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flow sheet",1,1,1 ], "another name for flow chart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,1 ], "(of liquids) to move or be conveyed as in a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,2 ], "(of blood) to circulate around the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,3 ], "to move or progress freely as if in a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,4 ], "to proceed or be produced continuously and effortlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,5 ], "to show or be marked by smooth or easy movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,6 ], "to hang freely or loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,7 ], "to be present in abundance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,8 ], "an informal word for menstruate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,1,9 ], "(of tide water) to advance or rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,2,1 ], "to cover or swamp with liquid; flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,2,2 ], "(of rocks such as slate) to yield to pressure without breaking so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,2,2 ], "structure and arrangement of the constituent minerals are altered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,1 ], "the act, rate, or manner of flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,2 ], "a continuous stream or discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,3 ], "continuous progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,4 ], "the advancing of the tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,5 ], "a stream of molten or solidified lava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,6 ], "the amount of liquid that flows in a given time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,7 ], "an informal word for menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,7,1 ], "a marsh or swamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,7,2 ], "an inlet or basin of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,7,3 ], "(cap| when part of a name)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow",1,3,8 ], "flow of spirits| natural happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flow-on",1,1,1 ], "a similar increase granted to another group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flow-on",1,1,1 ], "a wage or salary increase granted to one group of workers as a consequence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowage",1,1,1 ], "the act of flowing or overflowing or the state of having overflowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowage",1,1,2 ], "the liquid that flows or overflows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowage",1,1,3 ], "a gradual deformation or motion of certain solids, such as asphalt, which flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowage",1,1,3 ], "without fracture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flower girl",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman who sells flowers in the street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower girl",1,1,2 ], "a young girl who carries flowers in a procession, esp| at weddings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower head",1,1,1 ], "an inflorescence in which stalkless florets are crowded together at the tip of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower head",1,1,1 ], "the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flower power",1,1,1 ], "a symbol; associated with drug-taking| Its adherents were known as flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flower power",1,1,1 ], "a youth cult of the late 1960s advocating peace and love, using the flower as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower power",1,1,1 ], "children or flower people" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,1,1 ], "a bloom or blossom on a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,1,2 ], "a plant that bears blooms or blossoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,2 ], "carpels surrounded by petals and sepals all borne on the receptacle| In some plants it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,2 ], "is conspicuous and brightly coloured and attracts insects for pollination" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,2 ], "the reproductive structure of angiosperm plants, consisting of stamens and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,3 ], "any similar reproductive structure in other plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,4 ], "the prime; peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,5 ], "the choice or finest product, part, or representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,6 ], "a decoration or embellishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,7 ], "a type ornament, used with others in borders, chapter headings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,8 ], "an embellishment or ornamental symbol depicting a flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,1,9 ], "fine powder, usually produced by sublimation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,2,1 ], "to produce flowers; bloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,3,1 ], "to reach full growth or maturity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower",1,4,1 ], "to deck or decorate with flowers or floral designs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower-de-luce",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for the iris ,1,2 and lily ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower-of-an-hour",1,1,1 ], "a malvaceous Old World herbaceous plant, Hibiscus trionum, having pale yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower-of-an-hour",1,1,1 ], "flowers with a bladder-like calyx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flower-pecker",1,1,1 ], "any small songbird of the family Dicaeidae, of SE Asia and Australasia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flower-pecker",1,1,1 ], "typically feeding on nectar, berries, and insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flowerage",1,1,1 ], "a mass of flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowerage",1,1,2 ], "the process or act of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowerbed",1,1,1 ], "a plot of ground in which flowers are grown in a garden, park, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowered",1,1,1 ], "having or abounding in flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowered",1,1,2 ], "decorated with flowers or a floral design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowerer",1,1,1 ], "a plant that flowers at a specified time or in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "floweret",1,1,1 ], "another name for floret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowering maple",1,1,1 ], "any tropical shrub of the malvaceous genus Abutilon, esp| A| hybridum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowering maple",1,1,1 ], "lobed leaves like those of the maple and brightly coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flowering",1,1,1 ], "(of certain species of plants) capable of producing conspicuous flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowerless",1,1,1 ], "designating any plant that does not produce seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowerpot",1,1,1 ], "a pot in which plants are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowery",1,1,1 ], "abounding in flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowery",1,1,2 ], "decorated with flowers or floral patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowery",1,1,3 ], "like or suggestive of flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flowery",1,1,4 ], "(of language or style) elaborate; ornate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flown",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of fly'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flown",2,1,1 ], "firing, has melted into the surrounding glaze giving a halo-like effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flown",2,1,1 ], "relating to coloured (usually blue) decoration on porcelain that, during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flrie",1,1,1 ], "aimless strolling or lounging; idleness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flu",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by the) short for influenza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flu",1,1,2 ], "any of various viral infections, esp| a respiratory or intestinal infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuant",1,1,1 ], "inclined to vary or fluctuate; unstable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuate",1,1,1 ], "or vary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuate",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change position constantly; be or make unstable; waver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuate",1,2,1 ], "to rise and fall like a wave; undulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuation",1,1,1 ], "constant change; vacillation; instability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuation",1,1,2 ], "undulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuation",1,1,3 ], "a variation in an animal or plant that is determined by environment rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluctuation",1,1,3 ], "than heredity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flue pipe",1,1,1 ], "an organ pipe or tubular instrument of the flute family whose sound is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flue pipe",1,1,1 ], "motion a vibrating air column within the pipe or instrument" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flue pipe",1,1,1 ], "produced by the passage of air across a sharp-edged fissure in the side| This sets in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flue stop",1,1,1 ], "an organ stop controlling a set of flue pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flue",1,1,1 ], "a shaft, tube, or pipe, esp| as used in a chimney, to carry off smoke, gas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flue",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flue",1,1,2 ], "set up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flue",1,1,2 ], "the passage in an organ pipe or flute within which a vibrating air column is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flue",2,1,1 ], "loose fluffy matter; down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flue",3,1,1 ], "a type of fishing net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flue",4,1,1 ], "another word for fluke'1 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flue-cure",1,1,1 ], "furnace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flue-cure",1,1,1 ], "to cure (tobacco) by means of radiant heat from pipes or flues connected to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluency",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being fluent, esp| facility in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluent",1,1,1 ], "able to speak or write a specified foreign language with facility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluent",1,1,2 ], "spoken or written with facility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluent",1,1,3 ], "easy and graceful in motion or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluent",1,1,4 ], "flowing or able to flow freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluff",1,1,1 ], "soft light particles, such as the down or nap of cotton or wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluff",1,1,2 ], "any light downy substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluff",1,1,3 ], "an object, matter, etc|, of little importance; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluff",1,1,4 ], "a mistake, esp| in speaking or reading lines or performing music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluff",1,1,5 ], "a young woman (esp| in the phrase a bit of fluff)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluff",1,2,1 ], "to make or become soft and puffy by shaking or patting; puff up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluff",1,2,2 ], "to make a mistake in performing (an action, dramatic speech, music, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluffy",1,1,1 ], "fluffier, fluffiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluffy",1,1,2 ], "of, resembling, or covered with fluff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluffy",1,1,3 ], "soft and light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flugelhorn",1,1,1 ], "a type of valved brass instrument consisting of a tube of conical bore with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flugelhorn",1,1,1 ], "cup-shaped mouthpiece, used esp| in brass bands| It is a transposing instrument in B flat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flugelhorn",1,1,1 ], "or C, and has the same range as the cornet in B flat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluid dram",1,1,1 ], "another name for drachm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid drive",1,1,1 ], "a type of coupling for transmitting power from the engine of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid drive",1,1,1 ], "to the transmission, using a torque converter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluid mechanics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the mechanical and flow properties of fluids, esp| as they apply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid mechanics",1,1,1 ], "to practical engineering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluid ounce",1,1,1 ], "a unit of capacity equal to one twentieth of an Imperial pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid ounce",1,1,2 ], "a unit of capacity equal to one sixteenth of a U|S| pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid pressure",1,1,1 ], "product of its density and the height of the fluid above the point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluid pressure",1,1,1 ], "the pressure exerted by a fluid at any point inside it, determined by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as a liquid or gas, that can flow, has no fixed shape, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid",1,1,1 ], "offers little resistance to an external stress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluid",1,2,1 ], "capable of flowing and easily changing shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid",1,2,2 ], "of, concerned with, or using a fluid or fluids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid",1,2,3 ], "constantly changing or apt to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluid",1,2,4 ], "smooth in shape or movement; flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluidextract",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic solution of a vegetable drug, one millilitre of which has an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluidextract",1,1,1 ], "equivalent activity to one gram of the powdered drug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluidics",1,1,1 ], "in certain applications, such as the control of apparatus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluidics",1,1,1 ], "the flow of electricity in conductors|Such systems are used in place of electronics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluidics",1,1,1 ], "the study and use of systems in which the flow of fluids in tubes simulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluidize",1,1,1 ], "can be transported in a stream of gas as if they were liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluidize",1,1,1 ], "to make fluid, esp| to make (solids) fluid by pulverizing them so that they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",1,1,1 ], "a flat bladelike projection at the end of the arm of an anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",1,1,2 ], "either of the two lobes of the tail of a whale or related animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",1,1,3 ], "the barb or barbed head of a harpoon, arrow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",2,1,1 ], "an accidental stroke of luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",2,1,2 ], "any chance happening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",2,2,1 ], "to gain, make, or hit by a fluke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",3,1,1 ], "any parasitic flatworm, such as the blood fluke and liver fluke, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluke",3,1,1 ], "classes Monogenea and Digenea (formerly united in a single class Trematoda)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluky",1,1,1 ], "flukier, flukiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluky",1,1,2 ], "done or gained by an accident, esp| a lucky one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluky",1,1,3 ], "variable; uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flume",1,1,1 ], "a ravine through which a stream flows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flume",1,1,2 ], "a narrow artificial channel made for providing water for power, floating logs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flume",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flume",1,2,1 ], "to transport (logs) in a flume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flummery",1,1,1 ], "meaningless flattery; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flummery",1,1,2 ], "a cold pudding of oatmeal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flummox",1,1,1 ], "to perplex or bewilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flung",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of fling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flunk",1,1,1 ], "course, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flunk",1,1,1 ], "to fail or cause to fail to reach the required standard in (an examination," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flunk",1,2,1 ], "to be dismissed from a school or college through failure in examinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flunk",1,3,1 ], "a low grade below the pass standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flunky",1,1,1 ], "a servile or fawning person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flunky",1,1,2 ], "a person who performs menial tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flunky",1,1,3 ], "a manservant in livery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluor",1,1,1 ], "another name for fluorspar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluor-",1,1,1 ], "variant of fluoro- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorene",1,1,1 ], "(C\6H\4)2CH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorene",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble crystalline solid used in making dyes| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoresce",1,1,1 ], "to exhibit fluorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescein",1,1,1 ], "an orange-red crystalline compound that in aqueous solution exhibits a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescein",1,1,1 ], "greenish-yellow fluorescence in reflected light and is reddish-orange in transmitted light:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescein",1,1,1 ], "used as a marker in sea water and as an indicator| Formula: C20H12O5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,1 ], "bombarded by particles, such as electrons, or by radiation from a separate source| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,1 ], "bombarding radiation produces excited atoms, molecules, or ions and these emit photons as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,1 ], "the emission of light or other radiation from atoms or molecules that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,1 ], "they fall back to the ground state" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,2 ], "discontinued" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,2 ], "such an emission of photons that ceases as soon as the bombarding radiation is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,3 ], "atoms and molecules is less than about 10-'8 seconds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,1,3 ], "such an emission of photons for which the average lifetime of the excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescence",1,1,2 ], "the radiation emitted as a result of fluorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescent lamp",1,1,1 ], "a type of lamp in which an electrical gas discharge is maintained in a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescent lamp",1,1,1 ], "vapour, emits ultraviolet radiation causing the phosphor to fluoresce" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescent lamp",1,1,1 ], "with a thin layer of phosphor on its inside surface| The gas, which is often mercury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescent lamp",1,1,2 ], "a type of lamp in which an electrical discharge is maintained in a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescent lamp",1,1,2 ], "containing a gas such as neon, mercury vapour, or sodium vapour at low pressure| Gas atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescent lamp",1,1,2 ], "in the discharge are struck by electrons and fluoresce" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluorescent",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting or having the property of fluorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or produced from fluorine or fluorspar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoridate",1,1,1 ], "to subject (water) to fluoridation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoridation",1,1,1 ], "supply as a protection against tooth decay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluoridation",1,1,1 ], "the addition of about one part per million of fluorides to the public water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoride",1,1,1 ], "any salt of hydrofluoric acid, containing the fluoride ion, F-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoride",1,1,2 ], "any compound containing fluorine, such as methyl fluoride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorinate",1,1,1 ], "to treat or combine with fluorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorine",1,1,1 ], "F; atomic no|: 9; atomic wt|: 18|998; valency: 1; density: 1|696 kg/m'3; freezing" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "fluorine",1,1,1 ], "a toxic pungent pale yellow gas of the halogen group that is the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorine",1,1,1 ], "cryolite: used in the production of uranium, fluorocarbons, and other chemicals| Symbol:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluorine",1,1,1 ], "electronegative and reactive of all the elements, occurring principally in fluorspar and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorine",1,1,1 ], "pt|: -219|62 degrees C; boiling pt|: -188|14 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "fluorite",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for fluorspar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the presence of fluorine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating fluorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorocarbon",1,1,1 ], "any compound derived by replacing all or some of the hydrogen atoms in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorocarbon",1,1,1 ], "hydrocarbons by fluorine atoms| Many of them are used as lubricants, solvents, and coatings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for inducing fluorescence by irradiation and for examination of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorometer",1,1,1 ], "the emission spectrum of the resulting fluorescent light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorometer",1,1,2 ], "a device for detecting and measuring ultraviolet radiation by determining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorometer",1,1,2 ], "amount of fluorescence that it produces from a phosphor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluoroscope",1,1,1 ], "a device consisting of a fluorescent screen and an x-ray source that enables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluoroscope",1,1,1 ], "an x-ray image of an object, person, or part to be observed directly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluoroscopy",1,1,1 ], "examination of a person or object by means of a fluoroscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorosis",1,1,1 ], "fluoride poisoning, due to ingestion of too much fluoride in drinking water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluorosis",1,1,1 ], "fluorosis results in mottling of the teeth of children" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fluorosis",1,1,1 ], "over a long period or to ingestion of pesticides containing fluoride salts| Chronic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 1],"fluor, or U|S| fluoriten",1). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 2],"a soft often fluorescent mineral consisting of calcium fluoride in cubic",1). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 2],"crystalline form, widespread in veins of metallic ores or in sedimentary rock: the chief",2). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 2],"source of fluorine and its compounds| Formula: CaF\2| Hflurry n|, pl| ries",3). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 3],"a sudden commotion",1). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 4],"a light gust of wind or rain or fall of snow",1). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 5],"a sudden brief increase in trading or fluctuation in stock prices",1). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 1, 6],"the death spasms of a harpooned whale",1). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "fluorspar" ,1, 3, 1],"to confuse or bewilder or be confused or bewildered",1). c_DEF([ "flush",1,1,1 ], "to blush or cause to blush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,1,2 ], "to flow or flood or cause to flow or flood with or as if with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,1,3 ], "to glow or shine or cause to glow or shine with a rosy colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,1,4 ], "to send a volume of water quickly through (a pipe, channel, etc|) or into (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,1,4 ], "toilet) for the purpose of cleansing, emptying, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,2,1 ], "to excite or elate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,3,1 ], "a rosy colour, esp| in the cheeks; blush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,3,2 ], "a sudden flow or gush, as of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,3,3 ], "a feeling of excitement or elation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,3,4 ], "early bloom; freshness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,3,5 ], "alcohol, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,3,5 ], "redness of the skin, esp| of the face, as from the effects of a fever," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",1,4,1 ], "having a ruddy or heightened colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,1 ], "level or even with another surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,2 ], "directly adjacent; continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,3 ], "having plenty of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,4 ], "abundant or plentiful, as money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,5 ], "full of vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,6 ], "full to the brim or to the point of overflowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,7 ], "having an even margin, right or left, with no indentations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,8 ], "(of a blow) accurately delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,1,9 ], "(of a vessel) having no superstructure built above the flat level of the deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,2,1 ], "so as to be level or even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,2,2 ], "directly or squarely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,3,1 ], "to cause (surfaces) to be on the same level or in the same plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,3,2 ], "to enrich the diet of (a ewe) during the breeding season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",2,4,1 ], "a period of fresh growth of leaves, shoots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",3,1,1 ], "to rouse (game, wild creatures, etc|) and put to flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flush",4,1,1 ], "(in poker and similar games) a hand containing only one suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluster",1,1,1 ], "to make or become confused, nervous, or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluster",1,2,1 ], "a state of confusion or agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,1 ], "The breath is directed across a mouth hole cut in the side, causing the air in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,1 ], "a wind instrument consisting of an open cylindrical tube of wood or metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,1 ], "having holes in the side stopped either by the fingers or by pads controlled by keys|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,1 ], "tube to vibrate| Range: about three octaves upwards from middle C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,2 ], "any pipe blown directly on the principle of a flue pipe, either by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,2 ], "mouth hole or through a fipple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,3 ], "a rounded shallow concave groove on the shaft of a column, pilaster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,4 ], "a groove or furrow in cloth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,1,5 ], "anything shaped like a flute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,2,1 ], "to produce or utter (sounds) in the manner or tone of a flute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flute",1,3,1 ], "to make grooves or furrows in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluted",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the shaft of a column) having flutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluted",1,1,2 ], "sounding like a flute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluter",1,1,1 ], "a craftsman who makes flutes or fluting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluter",1,1,2 ], "a tool used to make flutes or fluting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluter",1,1,3 ], "a less common word, used esp| in folk music, for flautist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluting",1,1,1 ], "a design or decoration of flutes on a column, pilaster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluting",1,1,2 ], "grooves or furrows, as in cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter kick",1,1,1 ], "a type of kick used in certain swimming strokes, such as the crawl, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter kick",1,1,1 ], "the legs are held straight and alternately moved up and down rapidly in the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,1,1 ], "to wave or cause to wave rapidly; flap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,2,1 ], "(of birds, butterflies, etc|) to flap the wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,3,1 ], "to move, esp| downwards, with an irregular motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,4,1 ], "(of the auricles of the heart) to beat abnormally rapidly, esp| in a regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,4,1 ], "rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,4,2 ], "to be or make nervous or restless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,5,1 ], "to move about restlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,5,2 ], "move in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,5,2 ], "to cause (the legs) to move up and down in a flutter kick or (of the legs) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,6,1 ], "to wager or gamble (a small amount of money)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,1 ], "a quick flapping or vibrating motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,2 ], "a state of nervous excitement or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,3 ], "excited interest; sensation; stir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,4 ], "a modest bet or wager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,5 ], "an abnormally rapid beating of the auricles of the heart (200 to 400 beats per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,5 ], "minute), esp| in a regular rhythm, sometimes resulting in heart block" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,6 ], "a slow variation in pitch in a sound-reproducing system, similar to wow but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,6 ], "occurring at higher frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,7 ], "a potentially dangerous oscillation of an aircraft, or part of an aircraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,7 ], "caused by the interaction of aerodynamic forces, structural elastic reactions, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,7 ], "inertia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,8 ], "a method of sounding a wind instrument, esp| the flute, with a rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutter",1,7,8 ], "movement of the tongue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flutterboard",1,1,1 ], "an oblong board or piece of polystyrene plastic used by swimmers in training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flutterboard",1,1,1 ], "or practice| Brit| word: float" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fluvial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring in a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluviomarine",1,1,1 ], "(of deposits) formed by joint action of the sea and a river or stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluviomarine",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of fish) able to live in both rivers and the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux density",1,1,1 ], "the amount of flux per unit of cross-sectional area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,1 ], "a flow or discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,2 ], "continuous change; instability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,3 ], "a substance, such as borax or salt, that gives a low melting-point mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,3 ], "and for protecting the surfaces of liquid metals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,3 ], "with a metal oxide| It is used for cleaning metal surfaces during soldering, etc|," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,4 ], "a chemical used to increase the fluidity of refining slags in order to promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,4 ], "the rate of chemical reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,5 ], "a similar substance used in the making of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,5,1 ], "(neutron flux) or of light energy (luminous flux)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,5,1 ], "the rate of flow of particles, energy, or a fluid, such as that of neutrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,5,2 ], "and the component of the field strength at right angles to the area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,5,2 ], "the strength of a field in a given area expressed as the product of the area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,6 ], "an excessive discharge of fluid from the body, such as watery faeces in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,6 ], "diarrhoea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,1,7 ], "the act or process of melting; fusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,2,1 ], "to make or become fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,3,1 ], "to apply flux to (a metal, soldered joint, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flux",1,4,1 ], "an obsolete word for purge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluxion",1,1,1 ], "the rate of change of a function; derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluxion",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for flux 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluxmeter",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring magnetic flux, usually by measuring the current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fluxmeter",1,1,1 ], "that it induces in a coil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly agaric",1,1,1 ], "a saprophytic agaricaceous woodland fungus, Amanita muscaria, having a scarlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly agaric",1,1,1 ], "cap with white warts and white gills: poisonous but rarely fatal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly ash",1,1,1 ], "combustion of pulverized fuel in power stations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly ash",1,1,1 ], "fine solid particles of ash carried into the air during combustion, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly half",1,1,1 ], "another name for stand-off half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly press",1,1,1 ], "a hand-operated press in which a horizontal beam with heavy steel balls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly press",1,1,1 ], "attached to the ends gives additional momentum to the descending member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly rod",1,1,1 ], "a light flexible rod, usually made of bamboo or split cane, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly rod",1,1,1 ], "fly-fishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly sheet",1,1,1,1 ], "a flap forming the entrance to a tent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly sheet",1,1,1,2 ], "a piece of canvas drawn over the ridgepole of a tent to form an outer roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly sheet",1,1,2 ], "a short handbill or circular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly spray",1,1,1 ], "a liquid used to destroy flies and other insects, sprayed from an aerosol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly way",1,1,1 ], "the usual route used by birds when migrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 1, 1],"(of birds, aircraft, etc|) to move through the air in a controlled manner",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 1, 1],"using aerodynamic forces",2). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 1, 2],"to travel over (an area of land or sea) in an aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 1, 3],"to operate (an aircraft or spacecraft)",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 1, 4],"to float, flutter, or be displayed in the air or cause to float, etc|, in this",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 1, 4],"way",2). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 1, 5],"to transport or be transported by or through the air by aircraft, wind, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 2, 1],"to move or be moved very quickly, forcibly, or suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 3, 1],"to pass swiftly",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 3, 2],"to escape from (an enemy, place, etc|); flee",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 4, 1],"to attack a person",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 5, 1],"to have a sudden outburst",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 6, 1],"(of money, etc|) to vanish rapidly",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 7, 1],"(of hawks) to fly at (quarry) in attack",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 1],"to suspend (scenery) above the stage so that it may be lowered into view",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 2, 1],"to procure money by an accommodation bill",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 2, 2],"to experiment with something",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 2],"fly a kite",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 3, 1],"to have a high aim",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 3, 2],"to prosper or flourish",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 3],"fly high| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 4],"fly in the face of",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 5],"fly off the handle| Informal| to lose one's temper",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 6],"fly the coop| U|S| informal| to leave suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 7],"go fly a kite| U|S| informal| go away",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 8, 1],"to lose one's temper (with a person)",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 8, 2],"to shoot or throw (an object)",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 8, 8],"let fly| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 10, 1],"a device for transferring printed sheets from the press to a flat pile",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 10, 2],"Also called: flyhband",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 10],"a light one-horse covered carriage formerly let out on hire",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 11, 3],"a piece of paper folded once to make four pages, with printing only on the",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 11, 3],"first page",2). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 11],"a person who collects and stacks printed matter from a printing press",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 12],"(pl|) Theatre",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 13],"scenery, etc",2). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 13],"the space above the stage out of view of the audience, used for storing",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 14],"the act of flying",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 1],"flies",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 2],"(often pl|) Also called: fly front",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 3],"a closure that conceals a zip, buttons, or other fastening, by having one side",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 3],"overlapping, as on trousers",2). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 4],"a",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 5, 2],"a piece of canvas drawn over the ridgepole of a tent to form an outer roof",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 5],"a flap forming the entrance to a tent",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 6],"short for flywheel",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 7],"the horizontal weighted arm of a fly press",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 8],"a",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 9, 2],"the distance from the outer edge of a flag to the staff",1). c_DEF([ "fly" ,1, 9, 9],"the outer edge of a flag",1). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,1 ], "any dipterous insect, esp| the housefly, characterized by active flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,2 ], "any of various similar but unrelated insects, such as the caddis fly, firefly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,2 ], "dragonfly, and chalcid fly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,3 ], "a lure made from a fish-hook dressed with feathers, tinsel, etc|, to resemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,3 ], "any of various flies or nymphs: used in fly-fishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,4 ], "(in southern Africa) an area that is infested with the tsetse fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,5 ], "drink with the flies| Austral| slang| to drink alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,6 ], "completeness, or enjoyment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,6 ], "fly in the ointment| Informal| a slight flaw that detracts from value," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,7 ], "fly on the wall| a person who watches others, while not being noticed himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",2,1,8 ], "there are no flies on him, her, etc| Informal| he, she, etc|, is no fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly",3,1,1 ], "knowing and sharp; smart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly-by-night",1,1,1 ], "unreliable or untrustworthy, esp| in finance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly-by-night",1,1,2 ], "brief; impermanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly-by-night",1,2,1 ], "an untrustworthy person, esp| one who departs secretly or by night to avoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly-by-night",1,2,1 ], "paying debts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fly-by-night",1,2,2 ], "a person who goes out at night to places of entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly-fish",1,1,1 ], "to fish using artificial flies as lures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fly-past",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial flight of aircraft over a given area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyaway",1,1,1 ], "(of hair or clothing) loose and fluttering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyaway",1,1,2 ], "frivolous or flighty; giddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyaway",1,2,1 ], "a person who is frivolous or flighty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyback",1,1,1 ], "the fast return of the spot on a cathode-ray tube after completion of each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyback",1,1,1 ], "trace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flyblow",1,1,1 ], "to contaminate, esp| with the eggs or larvae of the blowfly; taint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyblow",1,2,1 ], "the egg or young larva of a blowfly, deposited on meat, paper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyblown",1,1,1 ], "covered with flyblows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyblown",1,1,2 ], "contaminated; tainted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyboat",1,1,1 ], "any small swift boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flybook",1,1,1 ], "a small case or wallet used by anglers for storing artificial flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyby",1,1,1 ], "a flight past a particular position or target, esp| the close approach of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyby",1,1,1 ], "spacecraft to a planet or satellite for investigation of conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flycatcher",1,1,1 ], "any small insectivorous songbird of the Old World subfamily Muscicapinae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flycatcher",1,1,1 ], "having small slender bills fringed with bristles: family Muscicapidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flycatcher",1,1,2 ], "any American passerine bird of the family Tyrannidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyer",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying boat",1,1,1 ], "a seaplane in which the fuselage consists of a hull that provides buoyancy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying boat",1,1,1 ], "the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying bridge",1,1,1 ], "an auxiliary bridge of a vessel, usually built above or far outboard of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying bridge",1,1,1 ], "main bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying buttress",1,1,1 ], "a buttress supporting a wall or other structure by an arch or part of an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying buttress",1,1,1 ], "that transmits the thrust outwards and downwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying circus",1,1,1 ], "an exhibition of aircraft aerobatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying circus",1,1,2 ], "the aircraft and men who take part in such exhibitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying colours",1,1,1 ], "conspicuous success; triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying doctor",1,1,1 ], "(in areas of sparse or scattered population) a doctor who visits patients by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying doctor",1,1,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying field",1,1,1 ], "a small airport; an airfield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying fish",1,1,1 ], "any marine teleost fish of the family Exocoetidae, common in warm and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying fish",1,1,1 ], "seas, having enlarged winglike pectoral fins used for gliding above the surface of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying fish",1,1,1 ], "the water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flying fox",1,1,1 ], "Asia: family Pteropodidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying fox",1,1,1 ], "any large fruit bat, esp| any of the genus Pteropus of tropical Africa and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying fox",1,1,2 ], "a cable mechanism used for transportation across a river, gorge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying frog",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical frogs of the family Rhacophoridae, esp| Rhacophorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying frog",1,1,1 ], "reinwardtii of Malaya, that glide between trees by means of long webbed digits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying gurnard",1,1,1 ], "Dactylopteridae, having enlarged fan-shaped pectoral fins used to glide above the surface of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying gurnard",1,1,1 ], "any marine spiny-finned gurnard-like fish of the mostly tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying gurnard",1,1,1 ], "sea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flying jib",1,1,1 ], "the jib set furthest forward or outboard on a vessel with two or more jibs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying lemur",1,1,1 ], "Cynocephalidae, and order Dermoptera, of S and SE Asia| They resemble lemurs but have a fold of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying lemur",1,1,1 ], "either of the two arboreal mammals of the genus Cynocephalus, family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying lemur",1,1,1 ], "skin between the limbs enabling movement by gliding leaps" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flying lizard",1,1,1 ], "any lizard of the genus Draco, of S and SE Asia, having an extensible fold of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying lizard",1,1,1 ], "skin on each side of the body, used to make gliding leaps: family Agamidae (agamas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying mare",1,1,1 ], "(flying head mare) and turns to throw him over his shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying mare",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling throw in which a wrestler seizes his opponent's arm or head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank senior to a pilot officer but junior to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying officer",1,1,1 ], "flight lieutenant in the British and certain other air forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying phalanger",1,1,1 ], "Guinea, having black-striped greyish fur and moving with gliding leaps using folds of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying phalanger",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal arboreal phalanger of the genus Petaurus, of E Australia and New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying phalanger",1,1,1 ], "skin between the hind limbs and forelimbs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flying saucer",1,1,1 ], "any unidentified disc-shaped flying object alleged to come from outer space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying squad",1,1,1 ], "a small group of police, soldiers, etc|, ready to move into action quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying squirrel",1,1,1 ], "North America| Furry folds of skin between the forelegs and hind legs enable these" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying squirrel",1,1,1 ], "animals to move by gliding leaps" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "flying squirrel",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal sciurine rodent of the subfamily Petauristinae, of Asia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying start",1,1,2 ], "(in sprinting) a start by a competitor anticipating the starting signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying start",1,1,3 ], "a start to a race or time trial in which the competitor is already travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying start",1,1,3 ], "at speed as he passes the starting line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flying start",1,1,4 ], "any promising beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying start",1,1,5 ], "an initial advantage over others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying wing",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft consisting mainly of one large wing and no fuselage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,1,1 ], "hurried; fleeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,1,2 ], "designed for fast action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,1,3 ], "hanging, waving, or floating freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,1,4 ], "(of a sail) not hauled in tight against the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,2,1 ], "the act of piloting, navigating, or travelling in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,2,2 ], "relating to, capable of, accustomed to, or adapted for flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,2,3 ], "moving or passing quickly on or as if on wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flying",1,3,1 ], "freely flapping in the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyleaf",1,1,1 ], "the inner leaf of the endpaper of a book, pasted to the first leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyover",1,1,1,1 ], "an intersection of two roads at which one is carried over the other by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyover",1,1,1,1 ], "bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flyover",1,1,1,2 ], "such a bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyover",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for a fly-past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flypaper",1,1,1 ], "paper with a sticky and poisonous coating, usually hung from the ceiling to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flypaper",1,1,1 ], "trap flies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "flyspeck",1,1,1 ], "the small speck of the excrement of a fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyspeck",1,1,2 ], "a small spot or speck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyspeck",1,2,1 ], "to mark with flyspecks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyte",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of flite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flytrap",1,1,1 ], "any of various insectivorous plants, esp| Venus's flytrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flytrap",1,1,2 ], "a device for catching flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing not more than 112 pounds (51 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyweight",1,1,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 48-51 kg (112-119 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyweight",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flyweight",1,1,2 ], "(in Olympic wrestling) a wrestler not more than 115 pounds (52 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flywheel",1,1,1 ], "a heavy wheel that stores kinetic energy and smoothes the operation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "flywheel",1,1,1 ], "reciprocating engine by maintaining a constant speed of rotation over the whole cycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fl| dr|",1,1,1 ], "fluid dram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl| oz|",1,1,1 ], "fluid ounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl|",1,1,1 ], "floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl|",1,1,2 ], "floruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl|",1,1,3 ], "fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl|",1,1,4 ], "(in the Netherlands)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fl|",1,2,1 ], "guilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fm|",1,1,1 ], "fathom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fm|",1,1,2 ], "from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fo'c's'le",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of forecastle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foal",1,1,1 ], "the young of a horse or related animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foal",1,2,1 ], "to give birth to (a foal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,1 ], "a mass of small bubbles of gas formed on the surface of a liquid, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,1 ], "froth produced by agitating a solution of soap or detergent in water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,2 ], "frothy saliva sometimes formed in and expelled from the mouth, as in rabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,3 ], "the frothy sweat of a horse or similar animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,3,1 ], "any of a number of light cellular solids made by creating bubbles of gas in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,3,1 ], "the liquid material and solidifying it: used as insulators and in packaging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,4 ], "a colloid consisting of a gas suspended in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,5 ], "a mixture of chemicals sprayed from a fire extinguisher onto a burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,5 ], "substance to create a stable layer of bubbles which smothers the flames" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,1,6 ], "a poetic word for the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,2,1 ], "to produce or cause to produce foam; froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foam",1,3,1 ], "to be very angry (esp| in the phrase foam at the mouth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foamflower",1,1,1 ], "Asia, having spring-blooming white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foamflower",1,1,1 ], "a perennial saxifragaceous plant, Tiarella cordifolia, of North America and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foamy",1,1,1 ], "foamier, foamiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foamy",1,1,2 ], "of, resembling, consisting of, or covered with foam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fob off",1,1,1 ], "to appease or trick (a person) with lies or excuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fob off",1,1,2 ], "to dispose of (goods) by trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fob",1,1,1 ], "a chain or ribbon by which a pocket watch is attached to a waistcoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fob",1,1,2 ], "any ornament hung on such a chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fob",1,1,3 ], "a small pocket in a man's waistcoat, etc|, for holding a watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fob",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) an archaic word for cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal infection",1,1,1 ], "a bacterial infection limited to a specific part of the body, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal infection",1,1,1 ], "tonsils or a gland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "focal length",1,1,1 ], "surface of the mirror or the centre point of the lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "focal length",1,1,1 ], "the distance from the focal point of a lens or mirror to the reflecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal plane",1,1,1 ], "the plane that is perpendicular to the axis of a lens or mirror and passes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal plane",1,1,1 ], "through the focal point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "focal plane",1,1,2 ], "image is in focus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "focal plane",1,1,2 ], "the plane in a telescope, camera, or other optical instrument in which a real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal point",1,1,1 ], "converge or from which they appear to diverge after refraction or reflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "focal point",1,1,1 ], "the point on the axis of a lens or mirror to which parallel rays of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal point",1,1,2 ], "a central point of attention or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal ratio",1,1,1 ], "another name for f-number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a focus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focal",1,1,2 ], "situated at, passing through, or measured from the focus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focalize",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for focus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 1],"a point of convergence of light or other electromagnetic radiation, particles,",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 1],"sound waves, etc|, or a point from which they appear to diverge",2). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 2],"another name for ,focal point or ,focal length",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 3],"state of an instrument producing this image",2). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 3],"the state of an optical image when it is distinct and clearly defined or the",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 4],"a point upon which attention, activity, etc|, is directed or concentrated",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 5],"a fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section, used when",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 5],"defining its eccentricity",2). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 6],"the point beneath the earth's surface at which an earthquake originates",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 1, 7],"the main site of an infection or a localized region of diseased tissue",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 2, 1],"to bring or come to a focus or into focus",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "focus" ,1, 2, 3],"often foll| by on) to fix attention (on); concentrate",1). c_DEF([ "fodder",1,1,1 ], "bulk feed for livestock, esp| hay, straw, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fodder",1,1,2 ], "raw experience or material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fodder",1,2,1 ], "to supply (livestock) with fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foe",1,1,1 ], "another word for enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foehn",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fohn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foeman",1,1,1 ], "an enemy in war; foe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foetal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fetal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foetation",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foeticide",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of feticide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foetid",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fetid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foetor",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fetor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foetus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fog bank",1,1,1 ], "a distinct mass of fog, esp| at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fog level",1,1,1 ], "characteristic curve of a particular material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fog level",1,1,1 ], "not been exposed to light or other actinic radiation| It forms part of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fog level",1,1,1 ], "the density produced by the development of photographic materials that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fog signal",1,1,1 ], "a signal used to warn railway engine drivers in fog, consisting of a detonator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fog signal",1,1,1 ], "placed on the line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 1, 1],"a mass of droplets of condensed water vapour suspended in the air, often",1). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 1, 1],"greatly reducing visibility, corresponding to a cloud but at a lower level",2). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 1, 2],"a cloud of any substance in the atmosphere reducing visibility",1). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 1, 3],"a state of mental uncertainty or obscurity",1). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 1, 4],"a blurred or discoloured area on a developed negative, print, or transparency",1). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 1, 4],"caused by the action of extraneous light, incorrect development, etc",2). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 1, 5],"a colloid or suspension consisting of liquid particles dispersed in a gas",1). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 2, 1],"to envelop or become enveloped with or as if with fog",1). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 2, 2],"to confuse or become confused",1). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 2, 3],"print, or transparency) to be affected by fog",2). c_DEF([ "fog" ,1, 2, 3],"to produce fog on (a negative, print, or transparency) or (of a negative,",1). c_DEF([ "fog",2,1,1,1 ], "a second growth of grass after the first mowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fog",2,1,1,2 ], "grass left to grow long in winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fogbound",1,1,1 ], "prevented from operation by fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fogbound",1,1,2 ], "obscured by or enveloped in fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fogbow",1,1,1 ], "a faint arc of light sometimes seen in a fog bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fogdog",1,1,1 ], "a whitish spot sometimes seen in fog near the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fogged",1,1,1 ], "affected or obscured by fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foggy",1,1,2 ], "thick with fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foggy",1,1,3 ], "obscure or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foggy",1,1,4 ], "another word for fogged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foghorn",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical instrument sounded at intervals to serve as a warning to vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foghorn",1,1,1 ], "in fog" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foghorn",1,1,2 ], "a loud deep resounding voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fogy",1,1,1 ], "an extremely fussy, old-fashioned, or conservative person (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fogy",1,1,1 ], "old fogy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foible" ,1, 1, 1],"a slight peculiarity or minor weakness; idiosyncrasy",1). c_DEF([ "foible" ,1, 1, 2],"the most vulnerable part of a sword's blade, from the middle to the tip",1). c_DEF([ "foil",1,1,1 ], "to baffle or frustrate (a person, attempt, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",1,1,2 ], "(of a hunted animal) to run back over its own trail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foil",1,1,2 ], "(of hounds, hunters, etc|) to obliterate the scent left by a hunted animal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",1,1,3 ], "to repulse or defeat (an attack or assailant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",1,2,1 ], "any scent that obscures the trail left by a hunted animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",1,2,2 ], "a setback or defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,1,1 ], "metal in the form of very thin sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,1,2 ], "the thin metallic sheet forming the backing of a mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,1,3 ], "a thin leaf of shiny metal set under a gemstone to add brightness or colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,1,4 ], "a person or thing that gives contrast to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,1,5 ], "a small arc between cusps, esp| as used in Gothic window tracery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,1,6 ], "short for aerofoil or hydrofoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,2,1 ], "to back or cover with foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,2,2 ], "to ornament (windows, etc|) with foils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",2,2,3 ], "to act as a foil to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",3,1,1 ], "a light slender flexible sword tipped by a button and usually having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foil",3,1,1 ], "bell-shaped guard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foilsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses or specializes in using a foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foin",1,1,1 ], "a thrust or lunge with a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foin",1,2,1 ], "to thrust with a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foison",1,1,1 ], "a plentiful supply or yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foist",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by off or on) to sell or pass off (something, esp| an inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foist",1,1,1 ], "article) as genuine, valuable, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foist",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by in or into) to insert surreptitiously or wrongfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folacin",1,1,1 ], "another name for folic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold up",1,1,1 ], "to make smaller or more compact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold up",1,2,1 ], "to collapse, as with laughter or pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,1,1 ], "to bend or be bent double so that one part covers another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,2,1 ], "to bring together and intertwine (the arms, legs, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,3,1 ], "(of birds, insects, etc|) to close (the wings) together from an extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,3,1 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,4,1 ], "to enclose in or as if in a surrounding material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,5,1 ], "to clasp (a person) in the arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,6,1 ], "to wind (around); entwine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,7,1 ], "to cover completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,7,2 ], "over the other with a spoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,7,2 ], "to mix (a whisked mixture) with other ingredients by gently turning one part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,7,3 ], "bend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,7,3 ], "to produce a bend (in stratified rock) or (of stratified rock) to display a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,8,1 ], "to collapse; fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,1 ], "a piece or section that has been folded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,2 ], "a mark, crease, or hollow made by folding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,3 ], "a hollow in undulating terrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,4 ], "a bend in stratified rocks that results from movements within the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,4 ], "crust and produces such structures as anticlines and synclines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,5 ], "another word for plica ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,6 ], "a coil, as in a rope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",1,9,7 ], "an act of folding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",2,1,1,1 ], "a small enclosure or pen for sheep or other livestock, where they can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",2,1,1,1 ], "gathered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fold",2,1,1,2 ], "the sheep or other livestock gathered in such an enclosure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",2,1,1,3 ], "a flock of sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",2,1,2 ], "a church or the members of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",2,1,3 ], "any group or community sharing a way of life or holding the same values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fold",2,2,1 ], "to gather or confine (sheep or other livestock) in a fold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foldaway",1,1,1 ], "(of a bed, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foldaway",1,1,2 ], "able to be folded and put away when not in use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folded dipole" ,1, 1, 1],"a type of aerial, widely used with television and frequency-modulated",1). c_DEF([ "folded dipole" ,1, 1, 1],"fed at the centre of one of them| The length is usually half the operating",3). c_DEF([ "folded dipole" ,1, 1, 1],"receivers, consisting of two parallel dipoles connected together at their outer ends and",2). c_DEF([ "folded dipole" ,1, 1, 1],"wavelength",4). c_DEF([ "folderol",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of falderal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folding door",1,1,1 ], "a door in the form of two or more vertical hinged leaves that can be folded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folding door",1,1,1 ], "one against another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folding money",1,1,1 ], "paper money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folding press",1,1,1 ], "a fall in wrestling won by folding one's opponent's legs up to his head and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folding press",1,1,1 ], "pressing his shoulders to the floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foldout",1,1,1 ], "another name for gatefold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folia",1,1,1 ], "the plural of folium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliaceous",1,1,1 ], "having the appearance of the leaf of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliaceous",1,1,2 ], "bearing leaves or leaflike structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliaceous",1,1,3 ], "(of certain rocks, esp| schists) consisting of thin layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliage",1,1,1 ], "the green leaves of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliage",1,1,2 ], "sprays of leaves used for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliage",1,1,3 ], "an ornamental leaf-like design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a leaf or leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,1,1,1 ], "relating to, possessing, or resembling leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,1,1,2 ], "trifoliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,1,2 ], "(of certain metamorphic rocks, esp| schists) having the constituent minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,1,2 ], "arranged in thin leaflike layers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,3,1 ], "to ornament with foliage or with leaf forms such as foils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,3,2 ], "to hammer or cut (metal) into thin plates or foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,4,1 ], "to coat or back (glass, etc|) with metal foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,5,1 ], "to number the leaves of (a book, manuscript, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliate",1,6,1 ], "(of plants) to grow leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliated",1,1,1 ], "ornamented with or made up of foliage or foils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliated",1,1,2 ], "(of rocks and minerals, esp| schists) composed of thin easily separable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliated",1,1,2 ], "layers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foliated",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of parts of animals or plants) resembling a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,1,1 ], "ornamentation consisting of foliage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,1,1 ], "the process of producing leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,1,2 ], "ornamentation consisting of cusps and foils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,1,2 ], "the state of being in leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,1,3 ], "the arrangement of leaves in a leaf bud; vernation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,2 ], "any decoration with foliage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,3 ], "the consecutive numbering of the leaves of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,4 ], "schists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foliation",1,1,4 ], "the arrangement of the constituents of a rock in leaflike layers, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folic acid",1,1,1 ], "and its derivatives: used in the treatment of megaloblastic anaemia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of vitamins of the B complex, including pteroylglutamic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folie de grandeur",1,1,1 ], "delusions of grandeur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folie",1,1,1 ], "the occurrence of mental illness simultaneously in two persons who are close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folie",1,1,1 ], "to each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 1, 1],"a sheet of paper folded in half to make two leaves for a book or manuscript",1). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 1, 2],"a book or manuscript of the largest common size made up of such sheets",1). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 1, 3],"a leaf of paper or parchment numbered on the front side only",1). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 1, 4],"a unit of measurement of the length of legal documents, determined by the",1). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 1, 4],"number of words, generally 72 or 90 in Britain and 100 in the U|S",2). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 2, 1],"relating to or having the format of a folio",1). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 3, 1],"os, lioing, lioed",1). c_DEF([ "folio" ,1, 3, 2],"(tr|) to number the leaves of (a book) consecutively",1). c_DEF([ "foliolate",1,1,1 ], "possessing or relating to leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foliose",1,1,1 ], "another word for foliaceous 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folium" ,1, 1, 1],"a node, are asymptotic to the same line| Standard equation",2). c_DEF([ "folium" ,1, 1, 1],"a plane geometrical curve consisting of a loop whose two ends, intersecting at",1). c_DEF([ "folium" ,1, 1, 2],"any thin leaflike layer, esp| of some metamorphic rocks",1). c_DEF([ "folk dance" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various traditional rustic dances often originating from festivals or",1). c_DEF([ "folk dance" ,1, 1, 1],"rituals",2). c_DEF([ "folk dance" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of music composed for such a dance",1). c_DEF([ "folk dance" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "folk dance" ,1, 2, 2],"to perform a folk dance",1). c_DEF([ "folk etymology",1,1,1 ], "familiar word or phrase with which it becomes associated, as for example sparrow-grass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folk etymology",1,1,1 ], "for asparagus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "folk etymology",1,1,1 ], "the gradual change in the form of a word through the influence of a more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk etymology",1,1,2 ], "a popular but erroneous conception of the origin of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk medicine",1,1,1 ], "primitive peoples, consisting typically of the use of herbal remedies, fruits and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folk medicine",1,1,1 ], "the traditional art of medicine as practised among rustic communities and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk medicine",1,1,1 ], "vegetables thought to have healing power, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "folk memory",1,1,1 ], "the memory of past events as preserved in a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk music",1,1,1 ], "music that is passed on from generation to generation by oral tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk music",1,1,2 ], "any music composed in the idiom of this oral tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk singer",1,1,1 ], "a person who sings folk songs or other songs in the folk idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk song",1,1,1 ], "a song of which the music and text have been handed down by oral tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk song",1,1,1 ], "among the common people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folk song",1,1,2 ], "a modern song which employs or reflects the folk idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk tale",1,1,1 ], "a tale or legend originating among a people and typically becoming part of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk tale",1,1,1 ], "oral tradition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folk weave",1,1,1 ], "a type of fabric with a loose weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk",1,1,1 ], "people in general, esp| those of a particular group or class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk",1,1,2 ], "members of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk",1,1,3 ], "short for folk music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk",1,1,4 ], "a people or tribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk",1,1,5 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folk",1,1,5 ], "relating to, originating from, or traditional to the common people of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folk-rock",1,1,1 ], "a combination of folk-orientated lyrics with a pop accompaniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folklore",1,1,1 ], "riddles, songs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folklore",1,1,1 ], "the unwritten literature of a people as expressed in folk tales, proverbs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folklore",1,1,2 ], "the anthropological discipline concerned with the study of such materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folkmoot" ,1, 1, 1],"folkmote, or folkmot n",1). c_DEF([ "folkmoot" ,1, 1, 2],"(in early medieval England) an assembly of the people of a district, town, or",1). c_DEF([ "folkmoot" ,1, 1, 2],"shire",2). c_DEF([ "folksy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folksy",1,1,2 ], "of or like ordinary people; sometimes used derogatorily to describe affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folksy",1,1,2 ], "simplicity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folksy",1,1,3 ], "friendly; affable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folksy",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to folk art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folkways",1,1,1 ], "traditional and customary ways of living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follicle" ,1, 1, 1],"any small sac or cavity in the body having an excretory, secretory, or",1). c_DEF([ "follicle" ,1, 1, 1],"protective function",2). c_DEF([ "follicle" ,1, 1, 2],"a dry fruit, formed from a single carpel, that splits along one side only to",1). c_DEF([ "follicle" ,1, 1, 2],"release its seeds: occurs in larkspur and columbine",2). c_DEF([ "follicle-stimulating hormone",1,1,1 ], "a gonadotropic hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follicle-stimulating hormone",1,1,1 ], "males" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "follicle-stimulating hormone",1,1,1 ], "maturation of ovarian follicles in female mammals and growth of seminiferous tubules in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folliculin",1,1,1 ], "another name for oestrone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow out",1,1,1 ], "to implement (an idea or action) to a conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow through" ,1, 1, 1],"arc",2). c_DEF([ "follow through" ,1, 1, 1],"to complete (a stroke or shot) by continuing the movement to the end of its",1). c_DEF([ "follow through" ,1, 2, 1],"to pursue (an aim) to a conclusion",1). c_DEF([ "follow up" ,1, 1, 1],"to pursue or investigate (a person, evidence, etc|) closely",1). c_DEF([ "follow up" ,1, 1, 2],"to continue (action) after a beginning, esp| to increase its effect",1). c_DEF([ "follow",1,1,1 ], "to go or come after in the same direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,2,1 ], "to accompany; attend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,2,2 ], "to come after as a logical or natural consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,3,1 ], "to keep to the course or track of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,4,1 ], "to act in accordance with; obey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,5,1 ], "to accept the ideas or beliefs of (a previous authority, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,5,2 ], "to understand (an explanation, argument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,5,3 ], "to watch closely or continuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,6,1 ], "to have a keen interest in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,7,1 ], "to help in the cause of or accept the leadership of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,8,1 ], "to earn a living at or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,8,2 ], "follow suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,8,2,1 ], "Cards| to play a card of the suit led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,8,2,2 ], "to do the same as someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,9,1,1 ], "forward spin imparted to a cue ball causing it to roll after the object ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow",1,9,1,2 ], "a shot made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow-my-leader",1,1,1 ], "a game in which the players must repeat the actions of the leader| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follow-my-leader",1,1,1 ], "follow-the-leader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "follow-on" ,1, 1, 1],"an immediate second innings forced on a team scoring a prescribed number of",1). c_DEF([ "follow-on" ,1, 1, 1],"runs fewer than its opponents in the first innings",2). c_DEF([ "follow-on" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|, adv|) (of a team) to play a follow-on",1). c_DEF([ "follower",1,1,1 ], "a person who accepts the teachings of another; disciple; adherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follower",1,1,2 ], "an attendant or henchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follower",1,1,3 ], "an enthusiast or supporter, as of a sport or team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follower",1,1,4 ], "(esp| formerly) a male admirer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follower",1,1,5 ], "a pursuer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follower",1,1,6 ], "a machine part that derives its motion by following the motion of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "follower",1,1,6 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "following",1,1,1,1 ], "about to be mentioned, specified, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "following",1,1,1,2 ], "will the following please raise their hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "following",1,1,2 ], "(of winds, currents, etc|) moving in the same direction as the course of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "following",1,1,2 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "following",1,2,1 ], "a group of supporters or enthusiasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folly",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being foolish; stupidity; rashness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folly",1,1,2 ], "a foolish action, mistake, idea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folly",1,1,3 ], "a building in the form of a castle, temple, etc|, built to satisfy a fancy or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folly",1,1,3 ], "conceit, often of an eccentric kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "folly",1,1,4 ], "an elaborately costumed review" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folly",1,1,4,1 ], "evil; wickedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "folly",1,1,4,2 ], "lewdness; wantonness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foll|",1,1,1 ], "followed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foll|",1,1,2 ], "following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fol|",1,1,1 ], "folio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fol|",1,1,2 ], "followed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fol|",1,1,3 ], "following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foment",1,1,1 ], "to encourage or instigate (trouble, discord, etc|); stir up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foment",1,1,2 ], "inflammation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foment",1,1,2 ], "to apply heat and moisture to (a part of the body) to relieve pain and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fond",1,1,1 ], "predisposed (to); having a liking (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fond",1,1,2 ], "loving; tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fond",1,1,3 ], "indulgent; doting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fond",1,1,3,1 ], "foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fond",1,1,3,2 ], "credulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fond",2,1,1 ], "the background of a design, as in lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fond",2,1,2 ], "fund; stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fondant",1,1,1 ], "a thick flavoured paste of sugar and water, used in sweets and icings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fondant",1,1,2 ], "a sweet made of this mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fondle",1,1,1 ], "to touch or stroke tenderly; caress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fondle",1,2,1 ], "to act in a loving manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fondue Bourguignonne",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of pieces of steak impaled on forks, cooked in oil at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fondue Bourguignonne",1,1,1 ], "table and dipped in sauces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fondue",1,1,1 ], "a Swiss dish, consisting of cheese melted in white wine or cider, into which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fondue",1,1,1 ], "small pieces of bread are dipped and then eaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fons et origo",1,1,1 ], "the source and origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "font",1,1,1 ], "a large bowl for baptismal water, usually mounted on a pedestal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "font",1,1,2 ], "the reservoir for oil in an oil lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "font",1,1,3 ], "a fountain or well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "font",2,1,1 ], "another name (esp| in the U|S|) for fount'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fontanelle",1,1,1 ], "any of several soft membranous gaps between the bones of the skull in a fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fontanelle",1,1,1 ], "or infant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foo yong" ,1, 1, 0],"OWORD",1). c_DEF([ "foo yoong" ,1, 1, 1],"a Chinese dish made of eggs mixed with chicken, crab meat, etc|, and cooked",1). c_DEF([ "foo yoong" ,1, 1, 1],"like an omelette",2). c_DEF([ "food chain",1,1,1 ], "a series of organisms in a community, each member of which feeds on another in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "food chain",1,1,1 ], "the chain and is eaten in turn by another member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "food poisoning",1,1,1 ], "an acute illness typically characterized by gastrointestinal inflammation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "food poisoning",1,1,1 ], "contaminated by pathogenic bacteria (esp| Salmonella)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "food poisoning",1,1,1 ], "vomiting, and diarrhoea, caused by food that is either naturally poisonous or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "food",1,1,1 ], "any substance containing nutrients, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "food",1,1,1 ], "that can be ingested by a living organism and metabolized into energy and body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "food",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "food",1,1,2 ], "nourishment in more or less solid form as opposed to liquid form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "food",1,1,3 ], "anything that provides mental nourishment or stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foodstuff",1,1,1 ], "any material, substance, etc|, that can be used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,1,1 ], "a person who lacks sense or judgement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,1,2 ], "a person who is made to appear ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a professional jester living in a royal or noble household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,1,4 ], "an idiot or imbecile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,1,5 ], "act or play the fool| to deliberately act foolishly; indulge in buffoonery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,1,6 ], "form the fool| Caribbean| to play the fool or behave irritatingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,1,7 ], "no fool| a wise or sensible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,2,1 ], "to deceive (someone), esp| in order to make him look ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,3,1 ], "to act or play (with) irresponsibly or aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,4,1 ], "to speak or act in a playful, teasing, or jesting manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,5,1 ], "to squander; fritter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,5,2 ], "fool along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,5,3 ], "to move or proceed in a leisurely way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",1,6,1 ], "short for foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool",2,1,1 ], "a dessert made from a puree of fruit with cream or custard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool's cap",1,1,1 ], "a hood or cap with bells or tassels, worn by court jesters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool's cap",1,1,2 ], "a dunce's cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool's errand",1,1,1 ], "a fruitless undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool's gold",1,1,1 ], "any of various yellow minerals, esp| pyrite or chalcopyrite, that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool's gold",1,1,1 ], "mistaken for gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fool's paradise",1,1,1 ], "illusory happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool's-parsley",1,1,1 ], "an evil-smelling Eurasian umbelliferous plant, Aethusa cynapium, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fool's-parsley",1,1,1 ], "white flowers: contains the poison coniine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foolery",1,1,1 ], "foolish behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolery",1,1,2 ], "an instance of this, esp| a prank or trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolhardy",1,1,1 ], "hardier, hardiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolhardy",1,1,2 ], "heedlessly rash or adventurous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolish",1,1,1 ], "unwise; silly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolish",1,1,2 ], "resulting from folly or stupidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolish",1,1,3 ], "ridiculous or absurd; not worthy of consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolish",1,1,4 ], "weak-minded; simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolish",1,1,5 ], "an archaic word for insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolproof",1,1,1 ], "proof against failure; infallible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolproof",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of machines, etc|) proof against human misuse, error, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolscap",1,1,1 ], "a size of writing or printing paper, 13 by 17 inches or 13 by 16 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolscap",1,1,2 ], "(foolscap quarto)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foolscap",1,1,2 ], "a book size, 4 by 6 inches (foolscap octavo) or (chiefly Brit|) 6 by 8 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foolscap",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of fool's cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot brake",1,1,1 ], "a brake operated by applying pressure to a foot pedal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot fault",1,1,1 ], "a fault that occurs when the server fails to keep both feet behind the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot fault",1,1,1 ], "baseline until he has served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot rule",1,1,1 ], "a rigid measure, one foot in length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot soldier",1,1,1 ], "an infantryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,1 ], "the ground during standing and walking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,1 ], "the part of the vertebrate leg below the ankle joint that is in contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,10 ], "a group of two or more syllables in which one syllable has the major stress," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,10 ], "forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,11 ], "a foot in the door| an action, appointment, etc|, that provides an initial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,11 ], "step towards a desired goal, esp| one that is not easily attainable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,12 ], "have one's foot on the ground| to be practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,13 ], "kick with the wrong foot| Scot|, Irish| to be of the opposite religion to that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,13 ], "of the person who is speaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,14 ], "my foot!an expression of disbelief, often of the speaker's own preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,14 ], "statement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,15 ], "of foot| Archaic| in manner of movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,16 ], "on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,16,1 ], "walking or running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,16,2 ], "in progress; astir; afoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,17 ], "one foot in the grave| Informal| near to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,18 ], "on the wrong foot| Informal| in an inauspicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,19 ], "(or auspicious) manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,2 ], "any of various organs of locomotion or attachment in invertebrates, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,2 ], "molluscs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,20 ], "put a foot wrong| to make a mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,21 ], "put one's best foot forward| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,21,1 ], "to try to do one's best, esp| in order to give a good impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,21,2 ], "to hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,22 ], "put one's foot down| Informal| to act firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,23 ], "put one's foot in it| Informal| to blunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,24 ], "set on foot| to initiate or start (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,25 ], "tread under foot| to oppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,26 ], "under foot| on the ground; beneath one's feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,3 ], "fern sporophytes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,3 ], "the lower part of some plants or plant structures, as of developing moss or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,4 ], "a unit of length equal to one third of a yard or 12 inches| 1 foot is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,4 ], "equivalent to 0|3048 metre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,5 ], "any part resembling a foot in form or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,6 ], "the lower part of something; base; bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,7 ], "the end of a series or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,8 ], "manner of walking or moving; tread; step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,8,1 ], "infantry, esp| in the British army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,8,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,9 ], "any of various attachments on a sewing machine that hold the fabric in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,9 ], "position, such as a presser foot for ordinary sewing and a zipper foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,9,1 ], "a unit used in classifying organ pipes according to their pitch, in terms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,9,1 ], "the length of an equivalent column of air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,9,1 ], "the margin at the bottom of a page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,9,2 ], "the undersurface of a piece of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,1,9,2 ], "this unit applied to stops and registers on other instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,2,1 ], "to dance to music (esp| in the phrase foot it)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,3,1 ], "to walk over or set foot on; traverse (esp| in the phrase foot it)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,4,1 ], "to pay the entire cost of (esp| in the phrase foot the bill)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,4,2 ], "(usually foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot",1,4,3 ], "to add up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot-and-mouth disease",1,1,1 ], "an acute highly infectious viral disease of cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot-and-mouth disease",1,1,1 ], "around the hoofs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "foot-and-mouth disease",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the formation of vesicular eruptions in the mouth and on the feet, esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot-candle",1,1,1 ], "a former unit of illumination, equal to one lumen per square foot or 10|764" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot-candle",1,1,1 ], "lux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot-lambert",1,1,1 ], "a former unit of luminance equal to the luminance of a surface emitting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot-lambert",1,1,1 ], "foot-candle has a luminance of 1 foot-lambert| Symbol: ft-L" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "foot-lambert",1,1,1 ], "reflecting 1 lumen per square foot| A completely reflecting surface illuminated by 1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot-pound",1,1,1 ], "an fps unit of work or energy equal to the work done when a force of 1 pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot-pound",1,1,1 ], "moves through a distance of 1 foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot-poundal",1,1,1 ], "a unit of work or energy equal to the work done when a force of one poundal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foot-poundal",1,1,1 ], "moves through a distance of one foot: it is equal to 0|042,14 joule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foot-ton",1,1,1 ], "a unit of work or energy equal to 2240 foot-pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footage",1,1,1 ], "a length or distance measured in feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footage",1,1,1,1 ], "payment, by the linear foot of work done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footage",1,1,1,1 ], "the extent of film material shot and exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footage",1,1,1,2 ], "the amount paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footage",1,1,1,2 ], "the sequences of filmed material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "football",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various games played with a round or oval ball and usually based on two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "football",1,1,1,1 ], "goal, territory, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "football",1,1,1,1 ], "teams competing to kick, butt, carry, or otherwise propel the ball into each other's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "football",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "football",1,1,2 ], "the ball used in any of these games or their variants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "football",1,1,3 ], "a problem, issue, etc|, that is passed from one group or person to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footboard",1,1,1 ], "a treadle or foot-operated lever on a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footboard",1,1,2 ], "a vertical board at the foot of a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footboy",1,1,1 ], "a boy servant; page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footbridge",1,1,1 ], "a narrow bridge for the use of pedestrians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footcloth",1,1,1 ], "a carpet or rug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footcloth",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for caparison ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footer",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes on foot; walker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing of a specified length or height in feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footer",2,1,1 ], "short for football (the game)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footfall",1,1,1 ], "the sound of a footstep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footgear",1,1,1 ], "another name for footwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foothill",1,1,1 ], "a lower slope of a mountain or a relatively low hill at the foot of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foothill",1,1,1 ], "mountain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foothold",1,1,1 ], "a ledge, hollow, or other place affording a secure grip for the foot, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foothold",1,1,1 ], "during climbing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foothold",1,1,2 ], "a secure position from which further progress may be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footie",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of footy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,1 ], "the basis or foundation on which something is established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,2 ], "the relationship or status existing between two persons, groups, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,3 ], "a secure grip by or for the feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,4 ], "the lower part of a foundation of a column, wall, building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,4,1 ], "the act of adding a column of figures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,4,2 ], "the total obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,5 ], "a fee paid upon entrance into a craft, society, etc|, or such an entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footing",1,1,5 ], "itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footle",1,1,1 ], "to loiter aimlessly; potter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footle",1,2,1 ], "to talk nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footle",1,3,1 ], "foolishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footlights",1,1,1 ], "audience side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footlights",1,1,1 ], "lights set in a row along the front of the stage floor and shielded on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footlights",1,1,2 ], "the acting profession; the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footling",1,1,1 ], "silly, trivial, or petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footloose",1,1,1 ], "free to go or do as one wishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footloose",1,1,2 ], "eager to travel; restless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footman",1,1,1 ], "a male servant, esp| one in livery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footman",1,1,2 ], "a low four-legged metal stand used in a fireplace for utensils, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footman",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a foot soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footmark",1,1,1 ], "a mark or trace of mud, wetness, etc|, left by a person's foot on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footnote",1,1,1 ], "a note printed at the bottom of a page, to which attention is drawn by means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footnote",1,1,1 ], "of a reference mark in the body of the text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footnote",1,1,2 ], "an additional comment, as to a main statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footnote",1,2,1 ], "to supply (a page, book, etc|) with footnotes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footpace",1,1,1 ], "a normal or walking pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footpace",1,1,2 ], "before an altar at the top of the altar steps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footpace",1,1,2 ], "the platform immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footpad",1,1,1 ], "a robber or highwayman, on foot rather than horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footpath",1,1,1 ], "a narrow path for walkers only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footplate",1,1,1,1 ], "a platform in the cab of a locomotive on which the crew stand to operate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footplate",1,1,1,1 ], "controls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footplate",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footprint",1,1,1 ], "an indentation or outline of the foot of a person or animal on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footprint",1,1,2 ], "aircraft's sonic boom can be heard or the area covered by the down-blast of a hovercraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footprint",1,1,2 ], "an identifying characteristic on land or water, such as the area in which an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footrest",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footrest",1,1,1 ], "something that provides a support for the feet, such as a low stool, rail," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footrope",1,1,1 ], "the part of a boltrope to which the foot of a sail is stitched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footrope",1,1,2 ], "a rope fixed so as to hang below a yard to serve as a foothold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foots",1,1,1 ], "certain liquids, such as vegetable oil or varnish dregs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foots",1,1,1 ], "the sediment that accumulates at the bottom of a vessel containing any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footsie",1,1,1 ], "flirtation involving the touching together of feet, knees, etc| (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footsie",1,1,1 ], "phrase play footsie)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footslog",1,1,1 ], "to march tramp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footsore",1,1,1 ], "having sore or tired feet, esp| from much walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstalk",1,1,1 ], "a small supporting stalk in animals and plants; a pedicel, peduncle, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstalk",1,1,1 ], "pedicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footstall",1,1,1 ], "the pedestal, plinth, or base of a column, pier, or statue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstall",1,1,2 ], "the stirrup on a sidesaddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstep",1,1,1 ], "the action of taking a step in walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstep",1,1,2 ], "the sound made by stepping or walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstep",1,1,3 ], "the distance covered with a step; pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstep",1,1,4 ], "a footmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstep",1,1,5 ], "a single stair; step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstep",1,1,6 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footstep",1,1,6 ], "follow in someone's footsteps| to continue the tradition or example of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstock",1,1,1 ], "another name for tailstock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footstool",1,1,1 ], "a low stool used for supporting or resting the feet of a seated person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footwall",1,1,1 ], "the rocks on the lower side of an inclined fault plane or mineral vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footway",1,1,1 ], "a way or path for pedestrians, such as a raised walk along the edge of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footway",1,1,1 ], "bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "footwear",1,1,1 ], "anything worn to cover the feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footwork",1,1,1 ], "skilful use of the feet, as in sports, dancing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footworn",1,1,1 ], "footsore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footworn",1,1,2 ], "worn away by the feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footy",1,1,1,1 ], "football" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "footy",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foozle",1,1,1 ], "to bungle (a shot, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foozle",1,2,1 ], "a bungled shot, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fop",1,1,1 ], "a man who is excessively concerned with fashion and elegance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foppery",1,1,1 ], "the clothes, affectations, obsessions, etc|, of or befitting a fop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for F|C|(in Britain)" ,1, 1, 1],"Football Club",1). c_DEF([ "for ever" ,1, 1, 1],"without end; everlastingly; eternally",1). c_DEF([ "for ever" ,1, 1, 2],"at all times; incessantly",1). c_DEF([ "for ever" ,1, 1, 3],"for a very long time",1). c_DEF([ "for evermore",1,1,1 ], "a more emphatic or emotive term for for ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for fete",1,1,1 ], "a gala, bazaar, or similar entertainment, esp| one held outdoors in aid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for fete",1,1,1 ], "charity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "for fete",1,1,2 ], "a feast day or holiday, esp| one of religious significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for fete",1,1,3 ], "an organized group entertainment, esp| a party or a dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for fete",1,2,1 ], "to honour or entertain with or as if with a fete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for fete",1,3,1 ], "to join in a fete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for foehn",1,1,1 ], "a warm dry wind blowing down the northern slopes of the Alps| It originates as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for foehn",1,1,1 ], "moist air blowing from the Mediterranean, rising on reaching the Alps and cooling at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "for foehn",1,1,1 ], "the dry adiabatic lapse rate, thus gaining heat" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "for foehn",1,1,1 ], "the saturated adiabatic lapse rate, and descending on the leeward side, warming at" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,1 ], "intended to reach; directed or belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,10 ], "in place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,11 ], "because of; through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,12 ], "with regard or consideration to the usual characteristics of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,13 ], "concerning; as regards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,14 ], "as being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,15 ], "at a specified time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,16 ], "to do or partake of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,17 ], "in the duty or task of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,18 ], "to allow of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,19 ], "despite; notwithstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,2 ], "to the advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,20 ], "in order to preserve, retain, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,21 ], "as a direct equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,22 ], "in order to become or enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,23 ], "in recompense for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,24 ], "for it| Brit| informal| liable for punishment or blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,25 ], "not long for this world| almost dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,26 ], "nothing for it| it can't be helped; it must be so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,3 ], "in the direction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,4 ], "over a span of (time or distance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,5 ], "in favour of; in support of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,6 ], "in order to get or achieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,7 ], "appropriate to; designed to meet the needs of; meant to be used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,8 ], "in exchange for; at a cost of; to the amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,1,9 ], "such as explains or results in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for",1,2,1 ], "for the following reason; because; seeing that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for-",1,1,1 ], "indicating rejection or prohibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for-",1,1,2 ], "indicating falsity or wrongness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for-",1,1,3 ], "used to give intensive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage cap",1,1,1 ], "a soldier's undress cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,1,1 ], "food for horses or cattle, esp| hay or straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,1,2 ], "the act of searching for food or provisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,1,3 ], "a raid or incursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,2,1 ], "to search (the countryside or a town) for food, provisions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,3,1 ], "to carry out a raid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,4,1 ], "to obtain by searching about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,5,1 ], "to give food or other provisions to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forage",1,6,1 ], "to feed (cattle or horses) with such food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foramen magnum",1,1,1 ], "passes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foramen magnum",1,1,1 ], "the large opening at the base of the skull through which the spinal cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foramen",1,1,1 ], "a natural hole, esp| one in a bone through which nerves and blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foramen",1,1,1 ], "pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foraminifer",1,1,1 ], "any rhizopod protozoan of the order Foraminifera, having a shell with numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foraminifer",1,1,1 ], "openings through which the pseudopodia protrude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forasmuch as",1,1,1 ], "seeing that; since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foray",1,1,1 ], "a short raid or incursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foray",1,1,2 ], "a first attempt or new undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foray",1,2,1 ], "to raid or ravage (a town, district, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forb",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous plant that is not a grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbade",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of forbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbear",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by from or an infinitive) to cease or refrain (from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbear",1,1,1 ], "doing something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forbear",1,1,2 ], "to tolerate or endure (misbehaviour, mistakes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbear",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of forebear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbearance",1,1,1 ], "the act of forbearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbearance",1,1,2 ], "self-control; patience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbearance",1,1,3 ], "abstention from or postponement of the enforcement of a legal right, esp| by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbearance",1,1,3 ], "creditor allowing his debtor time to pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forbid" ,1, 1, 1],"bid",1). c_DEF([ "forbid" ,1, 2, 1],"something or having something)",2). c_DEF([ "forbid" ,1, 2, 1],"to prohibit (a person) in a forceful or authoritative manner (from doing",1). c_DEF([ "forbid" ,1, 2, 2],"to make impossible; hinder",1). c_DEF([ "forbid" ,1, 2, 3],"to shut out or exclude",1). c_DEF([ "forbid" ,1, 2, 4],"God forbid! may it not happen",1). c_DEF([ "forbidden fruit",1,1,1 ], "any pleasure or enjoyment regarded as illicit, esp| sexual indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbidden",1,1,1 ], "not permitted by order or law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbidden",1,1,2 ], "derived from quantum mechanics, esp| rules for changes in the electrical dipole moment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forbidden",1,1,2 ], "involving a change in quantum numbers that is not permitted by certain rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbidden",1,1,2 ], "of the system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "forbidding",1,1,1 ], "hostile or unfriendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbidding",1,1,2 ], "dangerous or ominous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forbore",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of forbear'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forborne",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of forbear'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forby",1,2,1 ], "Scot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forby",1,2,2 ], "besides; in addition (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forby",1,2,3 ], "near; nearby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force majeure",1,1,1 ], "his part of a contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "force majeure",1,1,1 ], "irresistible force or compulsion such as will excuse a party from performing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force pump",1,1,1 ], "a pump that ejects fluid under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,1 ], "strength or energy; might; power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,2 ], "coercion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,2 ], "exertion or the use of exertion against a person or thing that resists;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,2,1 ], "a dynamic influence that changes a body from a state of rest to one of motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,2,1 ], "of the mass of the body and its acceleration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,2,1 ], "or changes its rate of motion| The magnitude of the force is equal to the product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,2,2 ], "a static influence that produces an elastic strain in a body or system or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,2,2 ], "bears weight| Symbol: F" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,3 ], "any operating influence that produces or tends to produce a change in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,3 ], "physical quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,3,1 ], "intellectual, social, political, or moral influence or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,3,2 ], "a person or thing with such influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,4 ], "a group of persons organized for military or police functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,5 ], "the police force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,6 ], "a group of persons organized for particular duties or tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,7 ], "violence unlawfully committed or threatened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,8 ], "in force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,8,1 ], "(of a law) having legal validity or binding effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,8,2 ], "in great strength or numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,1,9 ], "join forces| to combine strengths, efforts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,1 ], "superior strength, etc|; coerce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,1 ], "to compel or cause (a person, group, etc|) to do something through effort," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,10 ], "force a smile| to make oneself smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,11 ], "force the pace| to adopt a high speed or rate of procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,2 ], "to acquire, secure, or produce through effort, superior strength, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,3 ], "to propel or drive despite resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,4 ], "to break down or open (a lock, safe, door, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,5 ], "to impose or inflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,6 ], "increased rate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,6 ], "to cause (plants or farm animals) to grow or fatten artificially at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,7 ], "to strain or exert to the utmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,8 ], "to rape; ravish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,8,1 ], "to compel (a player) to trump in order to take a trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,8,2 ], "to compel a player by the lead of a particular suit to play (a certain card)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,8,3 ], "(in bridge) to induce (a bid) from one's partner by bidding in a certain way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",1,2,9 ], "force down| to compel an aircraft to land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force",2,1,1 ], "a waterfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force-feed" ,1, 1, 1],"(tr|) to force (a person or animal) to eat or swallow (food)",1). c_DEF([ "force-feed" ,1, 1, 2],"to force (someone) to receive (opinions, propaganda, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "force-ripe",1,1,1 ], "(of fruit) prematurely picked and ripened by squeezing or warm storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force-ripe",1,1,2 ], "precocious, esp| sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "force-ripe",1,2,1 ], "to ripen (prematurely picked fruit) by squeezing or warm storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forced march",1,1,1 ], "a march in which normal needs are subordinated to the need for speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forced",1,1,1 ], "done because of force; compulsory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forced",1,1,2 ], "false or unnatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forced",1,1,3 ], "due to an emergency or necessity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forced",1,1,4 ], "caused by an external agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forceful",1,1,1 ], "powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forceful",1,1,2 ], "persuasive or effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forcemeat",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of chopped or minced ingredients used for stuffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 0]," ",1). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 1],"cipes (-s$Ipi$:z)",1). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 2],"a",1). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 3],"a surgical instrument in the form of a pair of pincers, used esp| in the",1). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 3],"delivery of babies",2). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 4],"as modifier: a forceps baby",1). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 5],"any pincer-like instrument",1). c_DEF([ "forceps" ,1, 1, 6],"any part or structure of an organism shaped like a forceps",1). c_DEF([ "forcible",1,1,1 ], "done by, involving, or having force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forcible",1,1,2 ], "convincing or effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forcing bid",1,1,1 ], "a bid at a higher level than required, obliging the bidder's partner to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forcing bid",1,1,1 ], "reply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forcing house",1,1,1 ], "a place where growth or maturity (as of fruit, animals, etc|) is artificially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forcing house",1,1,1 ], "hastened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ford",1,1,1 ], "a shallow area in a river that can be crossed by car, horseback, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ford",1,2,1 ], "to cross (a river, brook, etc|) over a shallow area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fordo",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fordo",1,1,2 ], "to destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fordo",1,1,3 ], "to exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fordone",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of fordo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,1,1 ], "located at, in, or towards the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,2,1 ], "the front part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,2,2 ], "something located at, in, or towards the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,2,3 ], "short for foremast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,2,4 ], "fore and aft| located at or directed towards both ends of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,2,5 ], "to the fore| to or into the front or conspicuous position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,3,1 ], "at or towards a ship's bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,3,2 ], "before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",1,5,1 ], "a less common word for before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore",2,1,1 ], "(in golf) a warning shout made by a player about to make a shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-",1,1,1 ], "before in time or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-",1,1,2 ], "at or near the front; before in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-and-after",1,1,1 ], "any vessel with a fore-and-aft rig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-and-after",1,1,2 ], "a double-ended vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-edge",1,1,1 ], "the outer edge of the pages of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-topgallant",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or being the topmost portion of a foremast, above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-topgallant",1,1,1 ], "topmast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fore-topmast",1,1,1 ], "a mast stepped above a foremast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fore-topsail",1,1,1 ], "a sail set on a fore-topmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forearm smash",1,1,1 ], "a blow like a punch delivered with the forearm in certain types of wrestling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forearm",1,1,1 ], "the part of the arm from the elbow to the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forearm",2,1,1 ], "to prepare or arm (someone, esp| oneself) in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forebear",1,1,1 ], "an ancestor; forefather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forebode",1,1,1 ], "to warn of or indicate (an event, result, etc|) in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forebode",1,1,2 ], "to have an intuition or premonition of (an event)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreboding",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of impending evil, disaster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreboding",1,1,2 ], "an omen or portent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreboding",1,2,1 ], "presaging something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forebrain",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for prosencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecast",1,1,1 ], "to predict or calculate (weather, events, etc|), in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecast",1,2,1 ], "to serve as an early indication of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecast",1,3,1 ], "to plan in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecast",1,4,1 ], "a statement of probable future weather conditions calculated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecast",1,4,1 ], "meteorological data" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forecast",1,4,2 ], "a prophecy or prediction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecast",1,4,3 ], "the practice or power of forecasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecastle",1,1,1 ], "machines, etc|, may be stowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forecastle",1,1,1 ], "the part of a vessel at the bow where the crew is quartered and stores," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreclose",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a mortgagor, etc|) of the right to redeem (a mortgage or pledge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreclose",1,2,1 ], "to shut out; bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreclose",1,3,1 ], "to prevent or hinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreclose",1,4,1 ], "to answer or settle (an obligation, promise, etc|) in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreclose",1,5,1 ], "to make an exclusive claim to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecourse",1,1,1 ], "the lowest foresail on a square-rigged vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecourt",1,1,1 ], "a courtyard in front of a building, as one in a filling station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forecourt",1,1,2 ], "between the service line and the net" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forecourt",1,1,2 ], "the front section of the court in tennis, badminton, etc|, esp| the area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foredeck",1,1,1 ], "the deck between the bridge and the forecastle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foredo",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) a variant spelling of fordo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foredoom",1,1,1 ], "to doom or condemn beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forefather",1,1,1 ], "an ancestor, esp| a male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forefend",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of forfend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forefinger",1,1,1 ], "the finger next to the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forefoot",1,1,1 ], "either of the front feet of a quadruped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forefoot",1,1,2 ], "the forward end of the keel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forefront",1,1,1 ], "the extreme front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forefront",1,1,2 ], "the position of most prominence, responsibility, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foregather",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of forgather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forego",1,1,1 ], "to precede in time, place, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forego",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) a variant spelling of forgo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foregoing",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of writing or speech) going before or preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foregone conclusion" ,1, 1, 1],"an inevitable result or conclusion",1). c_DEF([ "foregone" ,1, 1, 1],"gone or completed; past",1). c_DEF([ "foregut",1,1,1 ], "cavity and the bile duct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foregut",1,1,1 ], "the anterior part of the digestive tract of vertebrates, between the buccal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foregut",1,1,2 ], "the anterior part of the digestive tract of arthropods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a stroke)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,1,2 ], "made with the palm of the hand facing the direction of the stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,1,2,2 ], "a left-handed player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the right side of a right-handed player or the left side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,1,3 ], "foremost or paramount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,1,4 ], "done or given beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,2,1,1 ], "a forehand stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,2,1,2 ], "the side on which such strokes are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,2,2 ], "the part of a horse in front of the saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,2,3 ], "a frontal position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,3,1 ], "with a forehand stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehand",1,4,1 ], "to play (a shot) forehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehanded",1,1,1,1 ], "thrifty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehanded",1,1,1,2 ], "well-off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehanded",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for forehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehead",1,1,1 ], "skeletally by the frontal bone of the skull; brow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forehead",1,1,1 ], "the part of the face between the natural hair line and the eyes, formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forehock",1,1,1 ], "a foreleg cut of bacon or pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign affairs",1,1,1 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign affairs",1,1,1 ], "matters abroad that involve the homeland, such as relations with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign affairs",1,1,2 ], "matters that do not involve the homeland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign aid",1,1,1 ], "economic and other assistance given by one country to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign bill",1,1,1 ], "a bill of exchange that is drawn in one country and made payable in another:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign bill",1,1,1 ], "used extensively in foreign trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign correspondent",1,1,1 ], "a reporter who visits or resides in a foreign country in order to report on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign correspondent",1,1,1 ], "its affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign exchange",1,1,1 ], "international transactions to take place without the physical transportation of gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign exchange",1,1,1 ], "the system by which one currency is converted into another, enabling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign exchange",1,1,2 ], "foreign bills and currencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign legion",1,1,1 ], "a body of foreign volunteers serving in an army, esp| that of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign minister",1,1,1 ], "a cabinet minister who is responsible for a country's dealings with other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign minister",1,1,1 ], "countries|U|S| equivalent: secretary of state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign mission",1,1,1 ], "Christianity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign mission",1,1,1 ], "a body of persons sent to a non-Christian country in order to propagate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign mission",1,1,2 ], "a diplomatic or other mission sent by one country to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign office",1,1,1 ], "states| U|S| equivalent: state department" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign office",1,1,1 ], "the ministry of a country or state that is concerned with dealings with other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign service",1,1,1 ], "diplomats at home, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "foreign service",1,1,1 ], "foreign office collectively who represent their country abroad, deal with foreign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreign service",1,1,1 ], "the diplomatic and usually consular personnel of a foreign affairs ministry or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, located in, or coming from another country, area, people, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign",1,1,2 ], "dealing or concerned with another country, area, people, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign",1,1,3 ], "not pertinent or related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign",1,1,4 ], "not familiar: strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign",1,1,5 ], "in an abnormal place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreign",1,1,6 ], "outside the jurisdiction of a particular state; alien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreigner",1,1,1 ], "a person from a foreign country; alien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreigner",1,1,2 ], "an outsider or interloper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreigner",1,1,3 ], "something from a foreign country, such as a ship or product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreignism",1,1,1 ], "a custom, mannerism, idiom, etc|, that is foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreignism",1,1,2 ], "imitation of something foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forejudge",1,1,1 ], "prejudge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forejudge",1,1,1 ], "to judge (someone or an event, circumstance, etc|) before the facts are known;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forejudge",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of forjudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreknow",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to know in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreland",1,1,1 ], "a headland, cape, or promontory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreland",1,1,2 ], "land lying in front of something, such as water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreleg",1,1,1 ], "either of the front legs of a horse, sheep, or other quadruped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forelimb",1,1,1 ], "either of the front or anterior limbs of a four-limbed vertebrate: a foreleg," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forelimb",1,1,1 ], "flipper, or wing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forelock",1,1,1 ], "a lock of hair growing or falling over the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forelock",1,1,2 ], "a lock of a horse's mane that grows forwards between the ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forelock",2,1,1 ], "a wedge or peg passed through the tip of a bolt to prevent withdrawal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forelock",2,2,1 ], "to secure (a bolt) by means of a forelock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreman",1,1,1 ], "a person, often experienced, who supervises other workmen| Female equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreman",1,1,1 ], "forewoman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreman",1,1,2 ], "the principal juror, who presides at the deliberations of a jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foremast",1,1,1 ], "the mast nearest the bow on vessels with two or more masts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foremost",1,2,1 ], "first in time, place, rank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forename",1,1,1 ], "another term for Christian name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forenamed",1,1,1 ], "named or mentioned previously; aforesaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forenoon" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the daylight hours before or just before noon",1). c_DEF([ "forenoon" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "forensic" ,1, 1, 1],"relating to, used in, or connected with a court of law",1). c_DEF([ "forensics",1,1,1 ], "the art or study of formal debating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreordain",1,1,1 ], "to determine (events, results, etc|) in the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forepart",1,1,1 ], "the first or front part in place, order, or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forepaw",1,1,1 ], "either of the front feet of most land mammals that do not have hoofs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forepeak",1,1,1 ], "the interior part of a vessel that is furthest forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreplay",1,1,1 ], "mutual sexual stimulation preceding sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forequarter",1,1,1 ], "lamb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forequarter",1,1,1 ], "the front portion, including the leg, of half of a carcass, as of beef or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forequarters",1,1,1 ], "forelegs, shoulders, and adjoining parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forequarters",1,1,1 ], "the part of the body of a horse or similar quadruped that consists of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forereach",1,1,1 ], "to keep moving under momentum without engine or sails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forereach",1,2,1 ], "to surpass or outdo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forerun",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to serve as a herald for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forerun",1,1,2 ], "to go before; precede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forerun",1,1,3 ], "to prevent or forestall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forerunner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that precedes another; precursor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forerunner",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing coming in advance to herald the arrival of someone or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forerunner",1,1,2 ], "something; harbinger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forerunner",1,1,3 ], "an indication beforehand of something to follow; omen; portent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresaid",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for aforesaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresail",1,1,1 ], "the aftermost headsail of a fore-and-aft rigged vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresail",1,1,2 ], "the lowest sail set on the foremast of a square-rigged vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresee",1,1,1 ], "(tr|; may take a clause as object) to see or know beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshadow",1,1,1 ], "to show, indicate, or suggest in advance presage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshank",1,1,1 ], "the top of the front leg of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshank",1,1,2 ], "a cut of meat from this part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresheet",1,1,1 ], "the sheet of a foresail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresheet",1,1,2 ], "the part forward of the foremost thwart of a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshock",1,1,1 ], "a minor earthquake preceding and associated with a larger one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshore",1,1,1 ], "the part of the shore that lies between the limits for high and low tides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshorten",1,1,1 ], "linear perspective" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "foreshorten",1,1,1 ], "order to give an illusion of recession or projection, in accordance with the laws of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foreshorten",1,1,1 ], "to represent (a line, form, object, etc|) as shorter than actual length in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshorten",1,1,2 ], "to make shorter or more condensed; reduce or abridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreshow",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic| to indicate in advance; foreshadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreside",1,1,1 ], "the front or upper side or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreside",1,1,2 ], "land extending along the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresight",1,1,1 ], "provision for or insight into future problems, needs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresight",1,1,2 ], "the act or ability of foreseeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresight",1,1,3 ], "the act of looking forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresight",1,1,4 ], "a reading taken looking forwards to a new station, esp| in levelling from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foresight",1,1,4 ], "point of known elevation to a point the elevation of which is to be determined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foresight",1,1,5 ], "a sight on a firearm's muzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreskin",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for prepuce ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forespeak",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forespeak",1,1,2 ], "to predict; foresee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forespeak",1,1,3 ], "to arrange or speak of in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forespent",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of forspent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forest ranger",1,1,1 ], "a government official who patrols and protects forests, wildlife, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forest",1,1,1 ], "a large wooded area having a thick growth of trees and plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forest",1,1,2 ], "the trees of such an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forest",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a large wooded area, esp| in density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forest",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) an area of woodland, esp| one owned by the sovereign and set apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forest",1,1,4 ], "as a hunting ground with its own laws and officers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forest",1,1,5 ], "of, involving, or living in a forest or forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forest",1,2,1 ], "to create a forest; plant with trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forestall" ,1, 1, 1],"to delay, stop, or guard against beforehand",1). c_DEF([ "forestall" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"advance, etc",2). c_DEF([ "forestall" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"to prevent or hinder sales at (a market, etc|) by buying up merchandise in",1). c_DEF([ "forestall" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"to buy up merchandise for profitable resale",1). c_DEF([ "forestall" ,1, 1, 2],"to anticipate",1). c_DEF([ "forestation",1,1,1 ], "the planting of trees over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forestay",1,1,1 ], "an adjustable stay leading from the truck of the foremast to the deck, stem," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forestay",1,1,1 ], "or bowsprit, for controlling the motion or bending of the mast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forestaysail",1,1,1 ], "the triangular headsail set aftermost on a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forester",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in forestry or in charge of a forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forester",1,1,2 ], "any of various Old World moths of the genus Ino, characterized by brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forester",1,1,2 ], "metallic green wings: family Zygaenidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forester",1,1,3 ], "a person or animal that lives in a forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forester",1,1,4 ], "a member of the Ancient Order of Foresters, a friendly society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forestry",1,1,1 ], "the science of planting and caring for trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forestry",1,1,2 ], "the planting and management of forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forestry",1,1,3 ], "forest land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretaste",1,1,1 ], "an early but limited experience or awareness of something to come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretaste",1,2,1 ], "(f@$$:!te$Ist) to have a foretaste of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretell",1,1,1 ], "(tr|; may take a clause as object) to tell or indicate (an event, result," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretell",1,1,1 ], "etc|) beforehand; predict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forethought",1,1,1 ], "advance consideration or deliberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forethought",1,1,2 ], "thoughtful anticipation of future events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretime",1,1,1 ], "time already gone; the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretoken",1,1,1 ], "a sign of a future event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretoken",1,2,1 ], "(f@$$:!t@@$uk@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretoken",1,3,1 ], "to foreshadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretooth",1,1,1 ], "another word for an incisor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretop",1,1,1 ], "a platform at the top of the foremast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretriangle",1,1,1 ], "the triangular area formed by the deck, foremast, and headstay of a sailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foretriangle",1,1,1 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forewarn",1,1,1 ], "to warn beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forewent",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of forego" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forewind",1,1,1 ], "a favourable wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forewing",1,1,1 ], "either wing of the anterior pair of an insect's two pairs of wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreword",1,1,1 ], "an introductory statement to a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreworn",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of forworn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foreyard",1,1,1 ], "a yard for supporting the foresail of a square-rigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,1,1 ], "something lost or given up as a penalty for a fault, mistake, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,1,2 ], "the act of losing or surrendering something in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,1,3 ], "something confiscated as a penalty for an offence, breach of contract, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,1,3,1 ], "a game in which a player has to give up an object, perform a specified action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,1,3,1 ], "etc|, if he commits a fault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,1,3,2 ], "an object so given up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,2,1 ], "to lose or be liable to lose in consequence of a mistake, fault, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,3,1,1 ], "to confiscate as punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,3,1,2 ], "to surrender (something exacted as a penalty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeit",1,4,1 ], "surrendered or liable to be surrendered as a penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeiture",1,1,1 ], "something forfeited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfeiture",1,1,2 ], "the act of forfeiting or paying a penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfend",1,1,1 ], "to protect or secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forfend",1,1,2 ], "to prohibit or prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forficate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the tails of certain birds) deeply forked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgat",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of forget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgather",1,1,1 ], "to gather together; assemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgather",1,1,2 ], "to meet, esp| unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgather",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by with) to socialize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgave",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of forgive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,1,1 ], "a place in which metal is worked by heating and hammering; smithy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,1,2 ], "a hearth or furnace used for heating metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,1,3 ], "a machine used to shape metals by hammering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,2,1 ], "to shape (metal) by heating and hammering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,3,1 ], "to form, shape, make, or fashion (objects, articles, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,4,1 ], "to invent or devise (an agreement, understanding, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,4,2 ], "to commit forgery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forge",1,4,2 ], "to make or produce a fraudulent imitation of (a signature, banknote, etc|) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",2,1,1 ], "to move at a steady and persevering pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forge",2,1,2 ], "forge ahead| to increase speed; spurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgery",1,1,1 ], "the act of reproducing something for a deceitful or fraudulent purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgery",1,1,2 ], "something forged, such as a work of art or an antique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgery",1,1,2,1 ], "the false making or altering of a document, such as a cheque, banknote, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgery",1,1,2,1 ], "with intent to defraud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forgery",1,1,2,2 ], "something forged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgery",1,1,3 ], "the counterfeiting of a seal or die with intention to defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,1,1 ], "(someone or something once known); be unable to remember" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to fail to recall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,2,1 ], "to neglect, usually as the result of an unintentional error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,3,1 ], "to leave behind by mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,1 ], "to disregard intentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to fail to mention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,3 ], "forget oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,3,1 ], "to act in an improper manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,3,2 ], "to be unselfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,3,3 ], "to be deep in thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,4 ], "forget it!an exclamation of annoyed or forgiving dismissal of a matter or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forget",1,4,4 ], "topic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forget-me-not",1,1,1 ], "Myosotis, esp| M| scorpioides, having clusters of small typically blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forget-me-not",1,1,1 ], "any temperate low-growing plants of the mainly European boraginaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgetful",1,1,1 ], "tending to forget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgetful",1,1,2 ], "inattentive (to) or neglectful (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgetful",1,1,3 ], "causing loss of memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forging",1,1,1 ], "the process of producing a metal component by hammering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forging",1,1,2 ], "the act of a forger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forging",1,1,3 ], "a metal component produced by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forging",1,1,4 ], "the collision of a horse's hind shoe and fore shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgive",1,1,1 ], "to cease to blame or hold resentment against (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgive",1,1,2 ], "to grant pardon for (a mistake, wrongdoing, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgive",1,2,1 ], "to free or pardon (someone) from penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgive",1,3,1 ], "to free from the obligation of (a debt, payment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgiven",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of forgive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgiveness",1,1,1 ], "the act of forgiving or the state of being forgiven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgiveness",1,1,2 ], "willingness to forgive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgiving",1,1,1 ], "willing to forgive; merciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgo",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to give up or do without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgo",1,1,2 ], "to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgot",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of forget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgot",1,1,2 ], "a past participle of forget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forgotten",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of forget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forint",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Hungary, divided into 100 filler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forjudge",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of a right by the judgment of a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forjudge",1,1,2 ], "to expel (an officer or attorney) from court for misconduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork out",1,1,1 ], "to pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork out",1,1,2 ], "(money, goods, etc|), esp| with reluctance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,1 ], "a small usually metal implement consisting of two, three, or four long thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,1 ], "cooking, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,1 ], "prongs on the end of a handle, used for lifting food to the mouth or turning it in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,2 ], "an agricultural tool consisting of a handle and three or four metal prongs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,2 ], "used for lifting, digging, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,3 ], "a pronged part of any machine, device, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,4 ], "(of a road, river, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,4,1 ], "a division into two or more branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,4,2 ], "the point where the division begins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,4,3 ], "such a branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,5 ], "the main tributary of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,1,6 ], "a position in which two pieces are forked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,2,1 ], "to pick up, dig, etc|, with a fork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,3,1 ], "knight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,3,1 ], "to place (two enemy pieces) under attack with one of one's own pieces, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,4,1 ], "to make into the shape of a fork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,5,1 ], "to be divided into two or more branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork",1,5,2 ], "to take one or other branch at a fork in a road, river, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork-lift truck",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle having two power-operated horizontal prongs that can be raised and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fork-lift truck",1,1,1 ], "lowered for loading, transporting, and unloading goods, esp| goods that are stacked on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fork-lift truck",1,1,1 ], "wooden pallets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "forked lightning",1,1,1 ], "a zigzag form of lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forked",1,1,1,1 ], "having a fork or forklike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forked",1,1,1,2 ], "two-forked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forked",1,1,2 ], "having sharp angles; zigzag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forked",1,1,3 ], "insincere or equivocal (esp| in the phrase forked tongue)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forlorn hope",1,1,1 ], "a hopeless or desperate enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forlorn hope",1,1,2 ], "a faint hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forlorn hope",1,1,3 ], "a group of soldiers assigned to an extremely dangerous duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forlorn",1,1,1 ], "miserable, wretched, or cheerless; desolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forlorn",1,1,2 ], "deserted; forsaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forlorn",1,2,1 ], "destitute; bereft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forlorn",1,2,2 ], "desperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form class",1,1,1 ], "another term for part of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form class",1,1,2 ], "a group of words distinguished by common inflections, such as the weak verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form class",1,1,2 ], "of English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form drag",1,1,1 ], "body| It can be reduced by streamlining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form drag",1,1,1 ], "the drag on a body moving through a fluid as a result of the shape of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form genus",1,1,1 ], "a group of species (form species) that have similar structural characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form genus",1,1,1 ], "but are not closely related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form letter",1,1,1 ], "a single copy of a letter that has been mechanically reproduced in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form letter",1,1,1 ], "numbers for circulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,1 ], "the shape or configuration of something as distinct from its colour, texture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,10 ], "manner, method, or style of doing something, esp| with regard to recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,10 ], "standards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,11 ], "behaviour or procedure, esp| as governed by custom or etiquette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,12 ], "formality or ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13 ], "a prescribed set or order of words, terms, etc|, as in a religious ceremony or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13 ], "legal document" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13,1 ], "the essence of something, esp| as distinguished from matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13,1 ], "the pattern of an argument by which the reasoning can be shown to be logically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13,1 ], "valid or invalid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Aristotle) that which makes a thing belong to its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13,2 ], "different subject matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13,2 ], "particular class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,13,2 ], "the related pattern of a set of propositions or arguments all of which have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,14 ], "a bench, esp| one that is long, low, and backless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,15 ], "the nest or hollow in which a hare lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,16 ], "a group of organisms within a species that differ from similar groups by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,16 ], "trivial differences, as of colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,16,1 ], "such as a word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,16,1 ], "the phonological or orthographic shape or appearance of a linguistic element," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,16,2 ], "a linguistic element considered from the point of view of its shape or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,16,2 ], "rather than, for example, its meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,2 ], "itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,2 ], "the particular mode, appearance, etc|, in which a thing or person manifests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,3 ], "a type or kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,3,1 ], "a printed document, esp| one with spaces in which to insert facts or answers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,4 ], "physical or mental condition, esp| good condition, with reference to ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,4 ], "to perform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,5 ], "the previous record of a horse, athlete, etc|, esp| with regard to fitness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,6 ], "style, arrangement, or design in the arts, as opposed to content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,7 ], "a fixed mode of artistic expression or representation in literary, musical, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,7 ], "other artistic works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,8 ], "a mould, frame, etc|, that gives shape to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,1,9 ], "a group of children who are taught together; class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,2,1 ], "particular shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,2,1 ], "to give shape or form to or to take shape or form, esp| a specified or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,2,2 ], "to come or bring into existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,2,3 ], "to make, produce, or construct or be made, produced, or constructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,2,4 ], "to construct or develop in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,3,1 ], "to train, develop, or mould by instruction, discipline, or example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,4,1 ], "to acquire, contract, or develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,5,1 ], "to be an element of, serve as, or constitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "form",1,6,1 ], "to draw up; organize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal language",1,1,1 ], "a language designed for use in situations in which natural language is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal language",1,1,1 ], "formulas of such languages stand in precisely specified syntactic and semantic relations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "formal language",1,1,1 ], "to one another" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "formal language",1,1,1 ], "unsuitable, as for example in mathematics, logic, or computer programming| The symbols and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formal logic",1,1,1 ], "a branch of logic concerned with the analysis of the structure of propositions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal logic",1,1,1 ], "and with the deductive processes by which conclusions are drawn from propositions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,1 ], "of, according to, or following established or prescribed forms, conventions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,10 ], "a stranger, social superior, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,10 ], "denoting a second-person pronoun in some languages used when the addressee is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,2 ], "characterized by observation of conventional forms of ceremony, behaviour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,2 ], "dress, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,3 ], "methodical, precise, or stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,4 ], "suitable for occasions organized according to conventional ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,5 ], "denoting or characterized by idiom, vocabulary, etc|, used by educated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,5 ], "speakers and writers of a language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,6 ], "acquired by study in academic institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,7 ], "regular or symmetrical in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,8 ], "from its substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,8 ], "of or relating to the appearance, form, etc|, of something as distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,9 ], "logically deductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,9,1 ], "of or relating to form as opposed to matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",1,1,9,2 ], "(in the writings of Aristotle) essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formal",2,1,1 ], "another name for methylal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous irritating gas with a pungent characteristic odour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "made by the oxidation of methanol and used as formalin and in the manufacture of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "synthetic resins| Formula: HCHO" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "formalin",1,1,1 ], "a 40-per-cent solution of formaldehyde in water, used as a disinfectant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalin",1,1,1 ], "preservative for biological specimens, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,1 ], "reality or content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,1 ], "scrupulous or excessive adherence to outward form at the expense of inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,2 ], "distinguished from its subject matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,2 ], "the mathematical or logical structure of a scientific argument as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,3 ], "a stylised mode of production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,4 ], "(in Marxist criticism, etc|) excessive concern with artistic technique at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,4 ], "expense of social values, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,5 ], "applications" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,5 ], "its symbols, regarded as physical objects, exhibit a structure that has useful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formalism",1,1,5 ], "the philosophical theory that a mathematical statement has no meaning but that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formality",1,1,1 ], "a requirement of rule, custom, etiquette, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formality",1,1,2 ], "the condition or quality of being formal or conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formality",1,1,3 ], "strict or excessive observance of form, ceremony, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formality",1,1,4 ], "an established, proper, or conventional method, act, or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalize",1,1,1 ], "to be or make formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalize",1,2,1 ], "to make official or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formalize",1,3,1 ], "to give a definite shape or form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formant",1,1,1 ], "any of several frequency ranges within which the partials of a sound, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formant",1,1,1 ], "quality, tone colour, or timbre|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "formant",1,1,1 ], "vowel sound, are at their strongest, thus imparting to the sound its own special" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 1, 1],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 1, 1],"the general appearance of a publication, including type style, paper, binding,",1). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 1, 2],"an approximate indication of the size of a publication as determined by the",1). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 1, 2],"number of times the original sheet of paper is folded to make a leaf",2). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 1, 3],"style, plan, or arrangement, as of a television programme",1). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 1, 4],"computer's specific input device",2). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 1, 4],"the arrangement of data on magnetic tape, paper tape, etc|, to comply with a",1). c_DEF([ "format" ,1, 3, 1],"to arrange (a book, page, etc|) into a specified format",1). c_DEF([ "formate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of formic acid containing the ion HCOO'- or the group HCOO-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,1 ], "the act of giving or taking form, shape, or existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,2 ], "something that is formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,3 ], "the manner in which something is formed or arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,4 ], "a formal arrangement of a number of persons or things acting as a unit, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,4 ], "as a troop of soldiers, aircraft in flight, or a football team" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,5 ], "a series of rocks with certain characteristics in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,6 ], "a community of plants, such as a tropical rain forest, extending over a very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formation",1,1,6 ], "large area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to formation, development, or growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,1,2 ], "shaping; moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,1,3 ], "(of tissues and cells in certain parts of an organism) capable of growth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,1,3 ], "differentiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,1,4 ], "functioning in the formation of derived, inflected, or compound words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,2,1 ], "an inflectional or derivational affix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,2,2 ], "(in generative grammar) any of the minimum units of a sentence that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formative",1,2,2 ], "syntactic function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forme",1,1,1 ], "type matter, blocks, etc|, assembled in a chase and ready for printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "former" ,1, 1, 1],"belonging to or occurring in an earlier time",1). c_DEF([ "former" ,1, 1, 2],"having been at a previous time",1). c_DEF([ "former" ,1, 1, 3],"denoting the first or first mentioned of two",1). c_DEF([ "former" ,1, 1, 4],"near the beginning",1). c_DEF([ "former" ,1, 2, 1],"the former| the first or first mentioned of two: distinguished from latter",1). c_DEF([ "former",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that forms or shapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "former",2,1,2 ], "a tool for giving a coil or winding the required shape, sometimes consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "former",2,1,2 ], "of a frame on which the wire can be wound, the frame then being removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formerly",1,1,1 ], "at or in a former time; in the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formerly",1,1,2 ], "in the immediate past; just now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless corrosive liquid carboxylic acid found in some insects, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formic acid",1,1,1 ], "and refrigerants| Formula: HCOOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "formic acid",1,1,1 ], "ants, and many plants: used in dyeing textiles and the manufacture of insecticides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from ants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formic",1,1,2 ], "of, containing, or derived from formic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formicary",1,1,1 ], "less common names for ant hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formicate",1,1,1 ], "to crawl around like ants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formicate",1,1,2 ], "to swarm with ants or other crawling things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formication",1,1,1 ], "a sensation of insects crawling on the skin; symptom of a nerve disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formidable",1,1,1 ], "arousing or likely to inspire fear or dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formidable",1,1,2 ], "extremely difficult to defeat, overcome, manage, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formidable",1,1,3 ], "excellence, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formidable",1,1,3 ], "tending to inspire awe or admiration because of great size, strength," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formless",1,1,1 ], "without a definite shape or form; amorphous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,1 ], "an established form or set of words, as used in religious ceremonies, legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,1 ], "proceedings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,2 ], "a general relationship, principle, or rule stated, often as an equation, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,2 ], "the form of symbols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,3 ], "a representation of molecules, radicals, ions, etc|, expressed in the symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,3 ], "of the atoms of their constituent elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,4 ], "a method or rule for doing or producing something, often one proved to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,4 ], "successful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,4,1 ], "a prescription for making up a medicine, baby's food, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,4,2 ], "a substance prepared according to such a prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,5 ], "according to engine size, weight, and fuel capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formula",1,1,5 ], "the specific category in which a particular type of car competes, judged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formularize",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for formulate ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formulary",1,1,1 ], "a book or system of prescribed formulas, esp| relating to religious procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formulary",1,1,1 ], "or doctrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formulary",1,1,2 ], "a formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formulary",1,1,3 ], "a book containing a list of pharmaceutical products with their formulas and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formulary",1,1,3 ], "means of preparation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formulary",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or of the nature of a formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formulate",1,1,1 ], "to put into or express in systematic terms; express in or as if in a formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formulate",1,1,2 ], "to devise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formulism",1,1,1 ], "adherence to or belief in formulas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formwork",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of wooden boards, bolts, etc|, used to shape reinforced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "formwork",1,1,1 ], "concrete while it is setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "formyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group HCO-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fornenst",1,1,1 ], "and northeast English dialect| situated against or facing towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fornicate",1,1,1 ], "to indulge in or commit fornication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fornicate",2,1,1 ], "arched or hoodlike in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fornication",1,1,1 ], "voluntary sexual intercourse outside marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fornication",1,1,2 ], "one or both are unmarried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fornication",1,1,2 ], "voluntary sexual intercourse between two persons of the opposite sex, where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fornication",1,1,3 ], "sexual immorality in general, esp| adultery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fornix",1,1,1 ], "any archlike structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsake",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsake",1,1,2 ], "to give up (something valued or enjoyed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsaken",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of forsake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsaken",1,2,1 ], "completely deserted or helpless; abandoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsook",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of forsake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsooth",1,1,1 ], "in truth; indeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forspeak",1,1,1 ], "to bewitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forspent",1,1,1 ], "tired out; exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsterite",1,1,1 ], "a white, yellow, or green mineral of the olivine group consisting of magnesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsterite",1,1,1 ], "silicate| Formula: Mg2SiO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forswear",1,1,1 ], "to reject or renounce with determination or as upon oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forswear",1,2,1 ], "to deny or disavow absolutely or upon oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forswear",1,2,2 ], "to perjure (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsworn",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of forswear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsythia",1,1,1 ], "Europe but widely cultivated for its showy yellow bell-shaped flowers, which appear in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forsythia",1,1,1 ], "any oleaceous shrub of the genus Forsythia, native to China, Japan, and SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forsythia",1,1,1 ], "spring before the foliage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fort",1,1,1 ], "a fortified enclosure, building, or position able to be defended against an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fort",1,1,1 ], "enemy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fort",1,1,2 ], "hold the fort| Informal| to maintain or guard something temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortalice",1,1,1 ], "a small fort or outwork of a fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forte",1,1,1 ], "something at which a person excels; strong point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forte",1,1,2 ], "the stronger section of a sword blade, between the hilt and the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forte",2,2,1 ], "loud or loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forte",2,3,1 ], "a loud passage in music| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forte-piano",1,2,1 ], "loud and then immediately soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forte-piano",1,3,1 ], "a note played in this way| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortepiano",1,1,1 ], "an early type of piano popular in the late 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forth",1,1,1 ], "forward in place, time, order, or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forth",1,1,2 ], "out, as from concealment, seclusion, or inaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forth",1,1,3 ], "away, as from a place or country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forth",1,1,4 ], "and so forth| and so on; etcetera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forth",1,2,1 ], "out of; away from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthcoming",1,1,1 ], "approaching in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthcoming",1,1,2 ], "about to appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthcoming",1,1,3 ], "available or ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthcoming",1,1,4 ], "open or sociable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthright",1,1,1 ], "direct and outspoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthright",1,2,1 ], "in a direct manner; frankly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthright",1,2,2 ], "at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forthwith",1,1,1 ], "at once; immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortieth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of forty in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortieth",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc|: often written 40th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fortieth",1,1,1,2 ], "he was the fortieth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 40 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 40 (1/40)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortification",1,1,1 ], "the act, art, or science of fortifying or strengthening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortification",1,1,1,1 ], "a wall, mound, etc|, used to fortify a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortification",1,1,1,2 ], "such works collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortification",1,1,2 ], "any place that can be militarily defended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortified wine",1,1,1 ], "sherry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fortified wine",1,1,1 ], "wine treated by the addition of brandy or alcohol, such as port, marsala, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to make (a place) defensible, as by building walls, digging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,1 ], "trenches, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,2 ], "to strengthen physically, mentally, or morally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,3 ], "to strengthen, support, or reinforce (a garment, structure, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,4 ], "to add spirits or alcohol to (wine), in order to produce sherry, port, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,5 ], "minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,5 ], "to increase the nutritious value of (a food), as by adding vitamins and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortify",1,1,6 ], "to support or confirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortis" ,1, 1, 1],"(of a consonant) articulated with considerable muscular tension of the speech",1). c_DEF([ "fortis" ,1, 1, 1],"organs or with a great deal of breath pressure or plosion",2). c_DEF([ "fortis" ,1, 2, 1],"tes (-ti$:z)",1). c_DEF([ "fortis" ,1, 2, 2],"a consonant, such as English p or f, pronounced with considerable muscular",1). c_DEF([ "fortis" ,1, 2, 2],"force or breath pressure",2). c_DEF([ "fortissimo",1,2,1 ], "very loud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortissimo",1,3,1 ], "a very loud passage in music| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortitude",1,1,1 ], "strength and firmness of mind; resolute endurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortnight",1,1,1 ], "a period of 14 consecutive days; two weeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortnightly" ,1, 1, 1],"occurring or appearing once each fortnight",1). c_DEF([ "fortnightly" ,1, 2, 1],"once a fortnight",1). c_DEF([ "fortnightly" ,1, 3, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "fortnightly" ,1, 3, 2],"a publication issued at intervals of two weeks",1). c_DEF([ "fortress",1,1,1 ], "a large fort or fortified town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortress",1,1,2 ], "a place or source of refuge or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortress",1,2,1 ], "to protect with or as if with a fortress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortuitism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that evolutionary adaptations are the result of chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortuitous",1,1,1 ], "happening by chance, esp| by a lucky chance; unplanned; accidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortuity",1,1,1 ], "a chance or accidental occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortuity",1,1,2 ], "fortuitousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortuity",1,1,3 ], "chance or accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortunate",1,1,1 ], "having good luck; lucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortunate",1,1,2 ], "occurring by or bringing good fortune or luck; auspicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,1,1 ], "amount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,1,1 ], "an amount of wealth or material prosperity, esp|, when unqualified, a great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,1,2 ], "small fortune| a large sum of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,1,3 ], "a power or force, often personalized, regarded as being responsible for human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,1,3 ], "affairs; chance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,1,4 ], "luck, esp| when favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,1,5 ], "a person's lot or destiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,2,1,1 ], "to endow with great wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune",1,2,1,2 ], "to happen by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune-hunter",1,1,1 ], "a person who seeks to secure a fortune, esp| through marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune-teller",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes predictions about the future as by looking into a crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fortune-teller",1,1,1 ], "ball, reading palms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forty winks",1,1,1 ], "a short light sleep; nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 40, XL, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty",1,1,3 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of 40 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to forty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty",1,2,1,2 ], "there were forty in the herd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty-five",1,1,1 ], "a gramophone record played at 45 revolutions per minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty-five",1,1,2 ], "a pistol having |45 calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forty-niner",1,1,1 ], "a prospector who took part in the California goldrush of 1849" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fort|",1,1,1 ], "fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fort|",1,1,2 ], "fortified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forum",1,1,1 ], "a meeting or assembly for the open discussion of subjects of public interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forum",1,1,2 ], "a medium for open discussion, such as a magazine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forum",1,1,3 ], "a public meeting place for open discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forum",1,1,4 ], "a court; tribunal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forum",1,1,5 ], "(in ancient Italy) an open space, usually rectangular in shape, serving as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forum",1,1,5 ], "city's marketplace and centre of public business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forward bias",1,1,1 ], "a voltage applied to a circuit or device, esp| a semiconductor device, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward bias",1,1,1 ], "direction that produces the larger current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forward delivery",1,1,1 ], "(in commerce) delivery at a future date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward pass",1,1,1 ], "an illegal pass towards the opponent's dead-ball line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward quotation",1,1,1 ], "(in commerce) the price quoted for goods sent on forward delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward roll",1,1,1 ], "a gymnastic movement in which the body is turned heels over head with the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward roll",1,1,1 ], "of the neck resting on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,1 ], "directed or moving ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,2 ], "lying or situated in or near the front part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,3 ], "presumptuous, pert, or impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,4 ], "or development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,4 ], "well developed or advanced, esp| in physical, material, or intellectual growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,5 ], "ready, eager, or willing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,5,1 ], "of or relating to the future or favouring change; progressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,1,5,2 ], "forward-looking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,2,1,1 ], "an attacking player in any of various sports, such as soccer, hockey, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,2,1,1 ], "basketball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,2,1,2 ], "(in American football) a lineman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,3,1 ], "a variant of forwards|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,3,2 ], "towards the front or bow of an aircraft or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,3,3 ], "into prominence or a position of being subject to public scrutiny; out; forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,4,1 ], "to send forward or pass on to an ultimate destination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,4,2 ], "to advance, help, or promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forward",1,4,3 ], "to prepare (a book) for the finisher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwarder",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwarder",1,1,2 ], "a person engaged in the bookbinding process of forwarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwarding agent",1,1,1 ], "a person, agency, or enterprise engaged in the collection, shipment, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwarding agent",1,1,1 ], "delivery of goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forwarding",1,1,1 ], "all the processes involved in the binding of a book subsequent to cutting and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwarding",1,1,1 ], "up to the fitting of its cover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "forwardness",1,1,1 ], "lack of modesty; presumption; boldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwardness",1,1,2 ], "willing readiness; eagerness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwardness",1,1,3 ], "a state or condition of advanced progress or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwards",1,1,1 ], "towards or at a place ahead or in advance, esp| in space but also in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwards",1,1,2 ], "towards the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwent",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of forgo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwhy",1,1,1 ], "for what reason; why" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forwhy",1,2,1 ], "because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forworn",1,1,1 ], "weary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "forzando",1,3,1 ], "another word for sforzando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for|",1,1,1 ], "foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "for|",1,1,2 ], "forestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossa",1,1,1 ], "an anatomical depression, trench, or hollow area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossa",2,1,1 ], "a large primitive catlike viverrine mammal, Cryptoprocta ferox, inhabiting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossa",2,1,1 ], "forests of Madagascar: order Carnivora (carnivores)| It has thick reddish-brown fur and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fossa",2,1,1 ], "preys on lemurs, poultry, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fosse",1,1,1 ], "a ditch or moat, esp| one dug as a fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossette",1,1,1 ], "a small depression or fossa, as in a bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossette",1,1,2 ], "a small deep ulcer of the cornea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossick",1,2,1 ], "to search for gold or precious stones in abandoned workings, rivers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossick",1,2,2 ], "to rummage or search for (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossil fuel",1,1,1 ], "any naturally occurring carbon or hydrocarbon fuel, such as coal, petroleum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossil fuel",1,1,1 ], "peat, and natural gas, formed by the decomposition of prehistoric organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, idea, thing, etc|, that is outdated or incapable of change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,1,1 ], "a relic, remnant, or representation of a plant or animal that existed in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,1,1 ], "casts, impressions, and moulds, and as frozen perfectly preserved organisms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,1,1 ], "past geological age, occurring in the form of mineralized bones, shells, etc|, as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,2 ], "a form once current but now appearing only in one or two special contexts, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,2 ], "for example stead, which is found now only in instead and in phrases like in his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,2 ], "stead" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fossil",1,1,3 ], "any rock or mineral dug out of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossiliferous",1,1,1 ], "(of sedimentary rocks) containing fossils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossilize",1,1,1 ], "to convert or be converted into a fossil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossilize",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become antiquated or inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossorial",1,1,1 ], "(of the forelimbs and skeleton of burrowing animals) adapted for digging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossorial",1,1,2 ], "(of burrowing animals, such as the mole and armadillo) having limbs of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fossorial",1,1,2 ], "type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foster child",1,1,1 ], "a child looked after temporarily or brought up by people other than its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foster child",1,1,1 ], "natural or adopted parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foster",1,1,1 ], "to promote the growth or development of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foster",1,1,2 ], "to bring up (a child, etc|); rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foster",1,1,3 ], "to cherish (a plan, hope, etc|) in one's mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foster",1,1,3,1 ], "to place (a child) in the care of foster parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foster",1,1,3,2 ], "to bring up under fosterage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foster",1,2,1 ], "adopted parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foster",1,2,1 ], "of or involved in the rearing of a child by persons other than his natural or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fosterage",1,1,1 ], "the act of caring for or bringing up a foster child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fosterage",1,1,2 ], "the condition or state of being a foster child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fosterage",1,1,3 ], "the act of encouraging or promoting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fosterling",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for foster child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foudroyant",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease) occurring suddenly and with great severity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foudroyant",1,1,2 ], "stunning, dazzling, or overwhelming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fouett",1,1,1 ], "a step in ballet in which the dancer stands on one foot and makes a whiplike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fouett",1,1,1 ], "movement with the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul play",1,1,1 ], "unfair or treacherous conduct esp| with violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul play",1,1,2 ], "a violation of the rules in a game or sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul shot",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for free throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul up" ,1, 1, 1],"to bungle; mismanage",1). c_DEF([ "foul up" ,1, 2, 1],"to make dirty; contaminate",1). c_DEF([ "foul up" ,1, 2, 2],"to be or cause to be blocked, choked, or entangled",1). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,1 ], "offensive to the senses; revolting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,10 ], "entangled or impeded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,11 ], "(of the bottom of a vessel) covered with barnacles and other growth that slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,11 ], "forward motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,12 ], "(of a typecase) having type distributed in the wrong compartments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,13 ], "unsatisfactory or uninteresting; bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,14 ], "ugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,2 ], "offensive in odour; stinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,3 ], "charged with or full of dirt or offensive matter; filthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,4 ], "(of food) putrid; rotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,5 ], "morally or spiritually offensive; wicked; vile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,6 ], "obscene; vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,7 ], "not in accordance with accepted standards or established rules; unfair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,8 ], "(esp| of weather) unpleasant or adverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,1,9 ], "blocked or obstructed with dirt or foreign matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,2,1,1 ], "a violation of the rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,2,2 ], "something foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,2,3 ], "an entanglement or collision, esp| in sailing or fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,3,1 ], "to make or become dirty or polluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,3,2 ], "to become or cause to become entangled or snarled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,4,1 ], "to disgrace or dishonour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,4,2 ], "to become or cause to become clogged or choked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,5,1 ], "(of underwater growth) to cling to (the bottom of a vessel) so as to slow its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,5,1 ], "motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,6,1 ], "to commit a foul against (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,7,1 ], "to hit (a ball) in an illegal manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,8,1 ], "to infringe the rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,8,2 ], "to collide (with a boat, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,9,1 ], "in a foul or unfair manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,9,2 ], "fall foul of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,9,2,1 ], "to get into trouble with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul",1,9,2,2 ], "(of ships) to collide with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foul-mouthed",1,1,1 ], "given to using obscene, abusive, or blasphemous language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foulard",1,1,1 ], "a printed design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foulard",1,1,1 ], "a soft light fabric of plain-weave or twill-weave silk or rayon, usually with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foulard",1,1,2 ], "something made of this fabric, esp| a scarf or handkerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foulness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foulness",1,1,2 ], "obscenity; vulgarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foulness",1,1,3 ], "viciousness or inhumanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foulness",1,1,4 ], "foul matter; filth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",1,2,1 ], "furnished, or fitted out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",1,2,2 ], "the phrase all found)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "found",1,2,2 ], "with meals, heating, bed linen, etc|, provided without extra charge (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",2,1,1 ], "society, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "found",2,1,1 ], "to bring into being, set up, or establish (something, such as an institution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",2,2,1 ], "to build or establish the foundation or basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",2,2,2 ], "to have a basis (in); depend (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",3,1,1 ], "mould" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "found",3,1,1 ], "to cast (a material, such as metal or glass) by melting and pouring into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "found",3,1,2 ], "to shape or make (articles) in this way; cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation garment",1,1,1 ], "a woman's undergarment worn to shape and support the figure; brassiere or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation garment",1,1,1 ], "corset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foundation stone",1,1,1 ], "a stone laid at a ceremony to mark the foundation of a new building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,1 ], "that on which something is founded; basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,2 ], "a construction below the ground that distributes the load of a building, wall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,3 ], "the base on which something stands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,4 ], "established" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,4 ], "the act of founding or establishing or the state of being founded or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,4,1 ], "an endowment or legacy for the perpetual support of an institution such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,4,1 ], "school or hospital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,4,2 ], "on the foundation| entitled to benefit from the funds of a foundation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,5 ], "an institution supported by an endowment, often one that provides funds for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,5 ], "charities, research, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,6 ], "statutes or rules governing its affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,6 ], "the charter incorporating or establishing a society or institution and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,7 ], "a cosmetic in cream or cake form used as a base for make-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundation",1,1,8 ], "a card on which a sequence may be built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",1,1,1 ], "a person who establishes an institution, company, society, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",2,1,1 ], "(of a ship, etc|) to sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",2,1,2 ], "to break down or fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",2,1,3 ], "to sink into or become stuck in soft ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",2,1,4 ], "to fall in or give way; collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",2,1,5 ], "(of a horse) to stumble or go lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",2,1,6 ], "(of animals, esp| livestock) to become ill from overeating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",2,2,1 ], "another name for laminitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",3,1,1,1 ], "a person who makes metal castings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder",3,1,1,2 ], "an iron founder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founder's type",1,1,1 ], "type cast by a typefounder for hand composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founders' shares",1,1,1 ], "privileges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "founders' shares",1,1,1 ], "shares awarded to the founders of a company and often granting special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founding father",1,1,1 ], "a person who founds or establishes an important institution, esp| a member of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "founding father",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| Constitutional Convention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "founding father",1,1,2 ], "(1787)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundling",1,1,1 ], "an abandoned infant whose parents are not known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundry proof",1,1,1 ], "a proof taken from a forme before duplicate plates are made from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundry",1,1,1 ], "a place in which metal castings are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundry",1,1,2 ], "the science or practice of casting metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foundry",1,1,3 ], "cast-metal articles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fount",1,1,1 ], "a spring or fountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fount",1,1,2 ], "source or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fount",2,1,1 ], "a complete set of type of one style and size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain pen",1,1,1 ], "a pen the nib of which is supplied with ink from a cartridge or a reservoir in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain pen",1,1,1 ], "its barrel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,1 ], "a jet or spray of water or some other liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,2 ], "a structure from which such a jet or a number of such jets spurt, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,2 ], "incorporating figures, basins, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,3 ], "a natural spring of water, esp| the source of a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,4 ], "a stream, jet, or cascade of sparks, lava, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,5 ], "a principal source or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,6 ], "a reservoir or supply chamber, as for oil in a lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountain",1,1,7 ], "short for drinking fountain or soda fountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountainhead",1,1,1 ], "a spring that is the source of a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fountainhead",1,1,2 ], "a principal or original source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four flush" ,1, 1, 1],"a useless poker hand, containing four of a suit and one odd card",1). c_DEF([ "four flush" ,1, 2, 1],"n",1). c_DEF([ "four flush" ,1, 2, 2],"to bid confidently on a poor hand such as a four flush",1). c_DEF([ "four flush" ,1, 2, 3],"a slang word for bluff",1). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 4, IV, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,3 ], "playing card with four symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,3 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of four units, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,4 ], "four hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,4,1 ], "a cox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,4,1 ], "a racing shell propelled by four oarsmen pulling one oar each, with or without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,4,1 ], "a shot that crosses the boundary after hitting the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,4,2 ], "the crew of such a shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,1,4,2 ], "the four runs scored for such a shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four",1,2,1,2 ], "four are ready|Related prefixes: quadri-, tetra-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-ball",1,1,1 ], "a match for two pairs in which each of the four players tees off and after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-ball",1,1,1 ], "selecting the better drive the partners of each pair play each stroke alternately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-colour",1,1,1 ], "almost any other colour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "four-colour",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a print or photographic process) using the principle in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-colour",1,1,1 ], "four colours (magenta, cyan, yellow, and black) are used in combination to produce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-cycle",1,1,1 ], "as modifier the U|S| word for four-stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-deal bridge",1,1,1 ], "a version of bridge in which four hands only are played, the players then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-deal bridge",1,1,1 ], "cutting for new partners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-dimensional",1,1,1 ], "having or specified by four dimensions, esp| the three spatial dimensions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-dimensional",1,1,1 ], "the dimension of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-eyed fish",1,1,1 ], "Anableps anableps or A| microlepis, that swim at the surface of the water and have half" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-eyed fish",1,1,1 ], "either of two viviparous tropical American freshwater cyprinodont fishes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-eyed fish",1,1,1 ], "of each eye specialized for seeing in air, the other half for seeing in water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "four-four time",1,1,1 ], "a form of simple quadruple time in which there are four crotchets to the bar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-four time",1,1,1 ], "indicated by the time signature '44| Often shortened to four-four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-four time",1,1,1 ], "time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "four-handed",1,1,1 ], "(of a card game) arranged for four players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-handed",1,1,2 ], "(of a musical composition) written for two performers at the same piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-in-hand",1,1,1 ], "a road vehicle drawn by four horses and driven by one driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-in-hand",1,1,2 ], "a four-horse team in a coach or carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-in-hand",1,1,3 ], "a long narrow tie formerly worn tied in a flat slipknot with ends dangling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-leaf clover",1,1,1 ], "a clover with four leaves rather than three, supposed to bring good luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-leaf clover",1,1,2 ], "another name for cloverleaf ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-letter word",1,1,1 ], "any of several short English words referring to sex or excrement: often used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-letter word",1,1,1 ], "as swearwords and regarded generally as offensive or obscene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-o'clock",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American nyctaginaceous plant, Mirabilis jalapa, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-o'clock",1,1,1 ], "tubular yellow, red, or white flowers that open in late afternoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-o'clock",1,1,2 ], "an Australian name for friarbird, esp| the noisy friarbird (Philemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-o'clock",1,1,2 ], "corniculatus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-part",1,1,1 ], "arranged for four voices or instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-poster",1,1,1 ], "a bed with posts at each corner supporting a canopy and curtains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-stroke",1,1,1 ], "makes four strokes for every explosion| U|S| name: four-cycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "four-stroke",1,1,1 ], "relating to or designating an internal-combustion engine in which the piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-way",1,1,1 ], "giving passage in four directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-way",1,1,2 ], "made up of four elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-wheel drive",1,1,1 ], "a system used in motor vehicles in which all four wheels are connected to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "four-wheel drive",1,1,1 ], "source of power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fourchette",1,1,1 ], "margin of the vulva" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fourchette",1,1,1 ], "the bandlike fold of skin, about one inch from the anus, forming the posterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourchette",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for furcula or frog ,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourfold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having four times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourfold",1,1,2 ], "composed of four parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourfold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to four times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourgon",1,1,1 ], "a long covered wagon, used mainly for carrying baggage, supplies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourpence",1,1,1 ], "a former English silver coin then worth four pennies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourpenny",1,1,1 ], "fourpenny one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourpenny",1,1,2 ], "a blow, esp| with the fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourrag",1,1,1 ], "an award, esp| in the U|S| and French Armies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fourrag",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental cord worn on the shoulder of a uniform for identification or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourscore",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for eighty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foursome",1,1,1 ], "a set or company of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foursome",1,1,2 ], "a game between two pairs of players, esp| in golf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foursome",1,1,3 ], "of or performed by a company of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foursquare",1,1,1 ], "squarely; firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foursquare",1,2,1 ], "solid and strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foursquare",1,2,2 ], "forthright; honest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foursquare",1,2,3 ], "a rare word for square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteen",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteen",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 14, XIV, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteen",1,1,3 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 14 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteen",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to fourteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteen",1,2,1,2 ], "the fourteen who remained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the thirteenth in order, position, time etc| Often written: 14th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteenth",1,1,1,2 ], "the fourteenth in succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 14 equal or nearly equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourteenth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 14 (1/14)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourth dimension",1,1,1 ], "dimensions to specify fully the position and behaviour of a point or particle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fourth dimension",1,1,1 ], "the dimension of time, which is necessary in addition to three spatial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourth dimension",1,1,2 ], "dimensions, used to explain supranatural phenomena, events, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fourth dimension",1,1,2 ], "the concept in science fiction of a dimension in addition to three spatial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourth estate",1,1,1 ], "journalists or their profession the press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"coming after the third in order, position, time, etc| Often written: 4th",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the fourth in succession",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 1, 2],"denoting the highest forward ratio of a gearbox in most motor vehicles",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"inclusively along the diatonic scale",2). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"the interval between one note and another four notes away from it counting",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 2, 2],"gear in cars; top gear",2). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 2, 2],"the fourth forward ratio of a gearbox in a motor vehicle, usually the highest",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 2, 3],"a less common word for ,quarter ,1,2",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 3, 1],"after the third person, position, event, etc|~also: fourthly",1). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 3, 2],"a speech or argument",2). c_DEF([ "fourth" ,1, 3, 2],"as the fourth point: linking what follows with the previous statements, as in",1). c_DEF([ "fourth-class",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to mail that is carried at the lowest rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fourth-class",1,2,1 ], "by fourth-class mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fovea centralis",1,1,1 ], "a small depression in the back of the retina, in the centre, that contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fovea centralis",1,1,1 ], "only cone cells and is therefore the area of sharpest vision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fovea",1,1,1 ], "any small pit or depression in the surface of a bodily organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foveola",1,1,1 ], "a small fovea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fowl pest",1,1,1 ], "an acute and usually fatal viral disease of domestic fowl, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fowl pest",1,1,1 ], "refusal to eat, high temperature, and discoloration of the comb and wattles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fowl pest",1,1,2 ], "another name for Newcastle disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fowl",1,1,1 ], "any other bird, esp| any gallinaceous bird, that is used as food or hunted as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fowl",1,1,1 ], "game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fowl",1,1,2 ], "the flesh or meat of fowl, esp| of chicken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fowl",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for any bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fowl",1,2,1 ], "to hunt or snare wildfowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fowling",1,1,1 ], "the shooting or trapping of birds for sport or as a livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox grape",1,1,1 ], "a common wild grape, Vitis labrusca of the northern U|S|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox grape",1,1,1 ], "catawba" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fox grape",1,1,1 ], "purplish-black fruit and woolly leaves: the source of many cultivated grapes, including the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fox hunt",1,1,1,1 ], "the hunting of foxes with hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox hunt",1,1,1,2 ], "an instance of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox hunt",1,1,2 ], "an organization for fox hunting within a particular area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox squirrel",1,1,1 ], "a large squirrel, Sciurus niger, occurring in E North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox terrier",1,1,1 ], "either of two breeds of small black-and-white terrier, the wire-haired and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox terrier",1,1,1 ], "smooth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,1 ], "any canine mammal of the genus Vulpes and related genera| They are mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,1 ], "muzzle, and a bushy tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,1 ], "predators that do not hunt in packs and typically have large pointed ears, a pointed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,2 ], "the fur of any of these animals, usually reddish-brown or grey in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,3 ], "a person who is cunning and sly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,3,1 ], "a jackal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,3,2 ], "an image of a false prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,1,4 ], "small stuff made from yarns twisted together and then tarred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,2,1 ], "to perplex or confound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,2,2 ], "etc|) to become discoloured, as through mildew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,2,2 ], "to cause (paper, wood, etc|) to become discoloured with spots, or (of paper," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,3,1 ], "to trick; deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,4,1 ], "to act deceitfully or craftily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,5,1 ], "to pursue stealthily; tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,6,1 ], "to chase and retrieve (a ball)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox",1,7,1 ], "to befuddle with alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fox-hunting",1,1,1 ], "a sport in which hunters follow a pack of hounds in pursuit of a fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxfire",1,1,1 ], "a luminescent glow emitted by certain fungi on rotting wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxglove",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian scrophulariaceous plant of the genus Digitalis, esp| D| purpurea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxglove",1,1,1 ], "having spikes of purple or white thimble-like flowers| The soft wrinkled leaves are a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foxglove",1,1,1 ], "source of digitalis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "foxhole",1,1,1 ], "a small pit dug during an action to provide individual shelter against hostile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxhole",1,1,1 ], "fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foxhound",1,1,1 ], "either of two breeds (the English and the American) of short-haired hound," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxhound",1,1,1 ], "usually kept for hunting foxes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foxie",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for fox terrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxing",1,1,1 ], "a piece of leather, etc|, used to reinforce or trim part of the upper of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxing",1,1,1 ], "shoe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foxtail",1,1,1 ], "South America, having soft cylindrical spikes of flowers: cultivated as a pasture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "foxtail",1,1,1 ], "any grass of the genus Alopecurus, esp| A| pratensis, of Europe, Asia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxtail",1,1,1 ], "grass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "foxtail",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related grasses, esp| any of the genus Setaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxtrot" ,1, 1, 1],"a ballroom dance in quadruple time, combining short and long steps in various",1). c_DEF([ "foxtrot" ,1, 1, 1],"sequences",2). c_DEF([ "foxtrot" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to perform this dance",1). c_DEF([ "foxy",1,1,1 ], "foxier, foxiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxy",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling a fox, esp| in craftiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxy",1,1,3 ], "smelling strongly, like a fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxy",1,1,4 ], "of a reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxy",1,1,5 ], "(of paper, wood, etc|) spotted, esp| by mildew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foxy",1,1,6 ], "(of wine) having the flavour of fox grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foyboat",1,1,1,1 ], "a small rowing boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foyboat",1,1,1,2 ], "a foyboatman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foyer",1,1,1 ], "a hall, lobby, or anteroom, used for reception and as a meeting place, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "foyer",1,1,1 ], "hotel, theatre, cinema, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fo|",1,1,1 ], "folio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fp",1,1,1 ], "forte-piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fps units",1,1,1 ], "an Imperial system of units based on the foot, pound, and second as the units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fps units",1,1,1 ], "have been replaced by SI units" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fps units",1,1,1 ], "of length, mass, and time| For scientific and most technical purposes these units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fracas",1,1,1 ], "a noisy quarrel; brawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,1,1 ], "a ratio of two expressions or numbers other than zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,1,2 ], "any rational number that can be expressed as the ratio of two integers, a/b," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,1,2 ], "where b does not equal a, 1, or 0, and a does not equal 0" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,2 ], "any part or subdivision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,3 ], "a small piece; fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,4 ], "a component of a mixture separated by a fractional process, such as fractional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,4 ], "distillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,5 ], "the formal breaking of the bread in Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,1,6 ], "the act of breaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraction",1,2,1 ], "to divide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractional currency",1,1,1 ], "paper or metal money of smaller denomination than the standard monetary unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractional distillation",1,1,1 ], "and condensing separately the components according to their different boiling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fractional distillation",1,1,1 ], "points" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fractional distillation",1,1,1 ], "the process of separating the constituents of a liquid mixture by heating it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractional distillation",1,1,2 ], "a distillation in which the vapour is brought into contact with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractional distillation",1,1,2 ], "countercurrent of condensed liquid to increase the purity of the final products|Sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fractional distillation",1,1,2 ], "shortened to distillation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fractional",1,1,1 ], "relating to, containing, or constituting one or more fractions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractional",1,1,2 ], "etc|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fractional",1,1,2 ], "exploiting differences in their physical properties, such as boiling points, solubility," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fractional",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting a process in which components of a mixture are separated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractional",1,1,3 ], "very small or insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractional",1,1,4 ], "broken up; fragmented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractionate",1,1,1 ], "containing concentrated constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fractionate",1,1,1 ], "to separate or cause to separate into constituents or into fractions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractionate",1,2,1 ], "to obtain (a constituent of a mixture) by a fractional process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractionize",1,1,1 ], "to divide (a number or quantity) into fractions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractious",1,1,1 ], "irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractious",1,1,2 ], "unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractocumulus",1,1,1 ], "during rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fractocumulus",1,1,1 ], "low ragged slightly bulbous cloud, often appearing below nimbostratus clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractostratus",1,1,1 ], "low ragged layered cloud often appearing below nimbostratus clouds during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fractostratus",1,1,1 ], "rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,1,1 ], "the act of breaking or the state of being broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,1,1,1 ], "the breaking or cracking of a bone or the tearing of a cartilage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,1,1,2 ], "the resulting condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,1,2 ], "a division, split, or breach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,1,2,1 ], "rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,1,2,1 ], "the characteristic appearance of the surface of a freshly broken mineral or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,1,2,2 ], "the way in which a mineral or rock naturally breaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,2,1 ], "to break or cause to break; split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,2,2 ], "to break or crack (a bone) or (of a bone) to become broken or cracked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fracture",1,2,3 ], "to tear (a cartilage) or (of a cartilage) to become torn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frae",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraenum",1,1,1 ], "a fold of membrane or skin, such as the fold beneath the tongue, that supports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraenum",1,1,1 ], "an organ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frag",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) U|S| military slang| to kill or wound (a fellow soldier or superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frag",1,1,1 ], "officer) deliberately with an explosive device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fragile",1,1,1 ], "able to be broken easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragile",1,1,2 ], "in a weakened physical state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragile",1,1,3 ], "delicate; light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragile",1,1,4 ], "slight; tenuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragment",1,1,1 ], "a piece broken off or detached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragment",1,1,2 ], "an incomplete piece; portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragment",1,1,3 ], "a scrap; morsel; bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragment",1,2,1 ], "to break or cause to break into fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragmental",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks or deposits) composed of fragments of pre-existing rocks and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragmental",1,1,1 ], "minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fragmental",1,1,2 ], "another word for fragmentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 1, 1],"made up of fragments; disconnected; incomplete",1). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 2, 1],"fragmentariness",1). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 3, 1],"fragmentation (frgm$ente$I#s@) n",1). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 3, 2],"the act of fragmenting or the state of being fragmented",1). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 3, 3],"relationships",2). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 3, 3],"the disintegration of norms regulating behaviour, thought, and social",1). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 3, 4],"the steel particles of an exploded projectile",1). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 3, 5],"as modifier of or relating to a weapon designed to explode into many small",1). c_DEF([ "fragmentary" ,1, 3, 5],"pieces, esp| as an antipersonnel weapon",2). c_DEF([ "fragrance",1,1,1 ], "a pleasant or sweet odour; scent; perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragrance",1,1,2 ], "the state of being fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fragrant",1,1,1 ], "having a pleasant or sweet smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frail",1,1,1 ], "physically weak and delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frail",1,1,2 ], "fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frail",1,1,3 ], "easily corrupted or tempted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frail",2,1,1 ], "a rush basket for figs or raisins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frail",2,1,2 ], "a quantity of raisins or figs equal to between 50 and 75 pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frailty",1,1,1 ], "physical or moral weakness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frailty",1,1,2 ], "a fault symptomatic of moral weakness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraise",1,1,1 ], "a neck ruff worn during the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraise",1,1,2 ], "a sloping or horizontal rampart of pointed stakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraise",1,1,2,1 ], "a tool for enlarging a drill hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraise",1,1,2,2 ], "a tool for cutting teeth on watch wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framboesia",1,1,1 ], "another name for yaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framboise",1,1,1 ], "a brandy distilled from raspberries in the Alsace-Lorraine region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame aerial",1,1,1 ], "another name for loop aerial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame house",1,1,1 ], "a house that has a structural framework of timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame line",1,1,1 ], "a black horizontal bar appearing between successive picture images" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame of reference",1,1,1 ], "a set of basic assumptions or standards that determines and sanctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame of reference",1,1,1 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame of reference",1,1,2 ], "any set of planes or curves, such as the three coordinate axes, used to locate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame of reference",1,1,2 ], "or measure movement of a point in space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,1 ], "an open structure that gives shape and support to something, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,1 ], "beams and uprights of a building" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,1 ], "transverse stiffening ribs of a ship's hull or an aircraft's fuselage or the skeletal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,10 ], "(in language teaching, etc|) a syntactic construction with a gap in it, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,10 ], "for assigning words to syntactic classes by seeing which words may fill the gap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,11 ], "(in telecommunications, computers, etc|) one cycle of a regularly recurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,11 ], "number of pulses in a pulse train" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,12 ], "another word for frame-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,13 ], "shape; form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,2 ], "an enclosing case or border into which something is fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,3 ], "the system around which something is built up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,4 ], "the structure of the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5 ], "a condition; state (esp| in the phrase frame of mind)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,1 ], "a television picture scanned by one or more electron beams at a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,1 ], "frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,1 ], "motion pictures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,1 ], "one of a series of individual exposures on a strip of film used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,1 ], "the wooden triangle used to set up the balls|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,2 ], "an individual exposure on a film used in still photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,2 ], "the area of the picture so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,2 ], "the balls when set up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,3 ], "(for a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,3 ], "a single game finished when all the balls have been potted| U|S| equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,5,3 ], "an individual picture in a comic strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,6 ], "and b|): rack ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,7 ], "short for cold frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,8 ], "a honeycomb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,8 ], "one of the sections of which a beehive is composed, esp| one designed to hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,9 ], "a machine or part of a machine over which yarn is stretched in the production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,1,9 ], "of textiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,2,1 ], "to construct by fitting parts together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,2,2 ], "to draw up the plans or basic details for; outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,2,3 ], "to compose, contrive, or conceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,2,4 ], "to provide, support, or enclose with a frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,2,5 ], "to form (words) with the lips, esp| silently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,2,6 ], "to conspire to incriminate (someone) on a false charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,2,7 ], "to contrive the dishonest outcome of (a contest, match, etc|); rig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,3,1 ], "Yorkshire and northeastern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,3,1,1 ], "to make an effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame",1,3,1,2 ], "to have ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame-up",1,1,1 ], "a conspiracy to incriminate someone on a false charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frame-up",1,1,2 ], "a plot to bring about a dishonest result, as in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framework",1,1,1 ], "a structural plan or basis of a project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framework",1,1,2 ], "a structure or frame supporting or containing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framework",1,1,3 ], "frames collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framework",1,1,4 ], "work such as embroidery or weaving done in or on a frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framing",1,1,1 ], "a frame, framework, or system of frames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "framing",1,1,2 ], "the way in which something is framed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,1 ], "into 100 centimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of France, French dependencies, and Monaco, divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,2 ], "into 100 centimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary and currency unit of Belgium and Luxembourg, divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,3 ], "divided into 100 centimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,3 ], "the standard monetary and currency unit of Switzerland and Liechtenstein," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,4 ], "Gabon, Guinea, the Ivory Coast, Mauritania, the Malagasy Republic, Niger, the Republic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,4 ], "following countries: Burundi, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, Chad, Dahomey," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,4 ], "of Congo, Senegal, Togo, Upper Volta, Mali, and Rwanda" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,4 ], "the standard monetary and currency unit, comprising 100 centimes, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franc",1,1,5 ], "a Moroccan monetary unit worth one hundredth of a dirham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franc-tireur",1,1,1 ], "a sniper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franc-tireur",1,1,2 ], "a guerrilla or irregular soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the right to vote, esp| for representatives in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,1 ], "legislative body; suffrage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,2 ], "any exemption, privilege, or right granted to an individual or group by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,2 ], "public authority, such as the right to use public property for a business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,3 ], "authorization granted by a manufacturing enterprise to a distributor to market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,3 ], "the manufacturer's products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,4 ], "the full rights of citizenship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,5 ], "(in marine insurance) a sum or percentage stated in a policy, below which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,1,5 ], "insurer disclaims all liability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,2,1 ], "to grant (a person, firm, etc|) a franchise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franchise",1,2,2 ], "an obsolete word for enfranchise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "francium",1,1,1 ], "'2'2'3Fr: 22 minutes; valency: 1" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "francium",1,1,1 ], "amounts in uranium ores| Symbol: Fr; atomic no|: 87; half-life of most stable isotope," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "francium",1,1,1 ], "an unstable radioactive element of the alkali-metal group, occurring in minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "francolin",1,1,1 ], "any African or Asian partridge of the genus Francolinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "francophone" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "francophone" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who speaks French, esp| a native speaker",1). c_DEF([ "francophone" ,1, 2, 1],"speaking French as a native language",1). c_DEF([ "francophone" ,1, 2, 2],"using French as a lingua franca",1). c_DEF([ "franger",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang| a condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangible",1,1,1 ], "breakable or fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangipane",1,1,1,1 ], "a pastry filled with cream and flavoured with almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangipane",1,1,1,2 ], "a rich cake mixture containing ground almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangipane",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of frangipani (the perfume)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangipani",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American apocynaceous shrub of the genus Plumeria, esp| P| rubra," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangipani",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its waxy typically white or pink flowers, which have a sweet overpowering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frangipani",1,1,1 ], "scent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "frangipani",1,1,2 ], "a perfume prepared from this plant or resembling the odour of its flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangipani",1,1,3 ], "native frangipani| Austral| an Australian evergreen tree, Hymenosporum flavum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frangipani",1,1,3 ], "with large fragrant yellow flowers: family Pittosporaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,1,1 ], "honest and straightforward in speech or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,1,2 ], "outspoken or blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,1,3 ], "open and avowed; undisguised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for free or generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,2,1 ], "or in place of a stamp, ensuring free carriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,2,1 ], "to put a mark on (a letter, parcel, etc|), either cancelling the postage stamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,2,2 ], "indicating the right of free delivery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,2,2 ], "to mark (a letter, parcel, etc|) with an official mark or signature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,3,1 ], "to facilitate or assist (a person) to come and go, pass, or enter easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,4,1 ], "to obtain immunity for or exempt (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,5,1 ], "an official mark or signature affixed to a letter, parcel, etc|, ensuring free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,5,1 ], "delivery or delivery without stamps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,5,2 ], "delivery without postage stamps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frank",1,5,2 ], "the privilege, issued to certain people and establishments, entitling them to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankalmoign",1,1,1 ], "a form of tenure by which religious bodies held lands, esp| on condition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankalmoign",1,1,1 ], "praying for the soul of the donor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frankfurter",1,1,1 ], "a light brown smoked sausage, made of finely minced pork or beef, often served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankfurter",1,1,1 ], "in a bread roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frankincense",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic gum resin obtained from trees of the burseraceous genus Boswellia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankincense",1,1,1 ], "which occur in Asia and Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franklin",1,1,1 ], "(in 14th- and 15th-century England) a substantial landholder of free but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franklin",1,1,1 ], "noble birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "franklinite",1,1,1 ], "a black mineral consisting of an oxide of iron, manganese, and zinc: a source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "franklinite",1,1,1 ], "of iron and zinc| Formula: (Fe,Mn,Zn)(Fe,Mn)2O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frankly",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankly",1,1,2 ], "in truth; to be honest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankly",1,1,3 ], "in a frank manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankpledge",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval England) the corporate responsibility of members of a tithing for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankpledge",1,1,1 ], "the good behaviour of each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frankpledge",1,1,2 ], "a member of a tithing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frankpledge",1,1,3 ], "a tithing itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frantic",1,1,1 ], "distracted with fear, pain, joy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frantic",1,1,2 ], "insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frap",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Nautical| to lash down or together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frapp",1,1,1 ], "a drink consisting of a liqueur, etc|, poured over crushed ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frapp",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of drinks) chilled; iced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frass",1,1,1 ], "excrement or other refuse left by insects and insect larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fratchy",1,1,1 ], "fratchier, fratchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fratchy",1,1,2 ], "quarrelsome; irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frater",1,1,1 ], "a mendicant friar or a lay brother in a monastery or priory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frater",2,1,1 ], "a refectory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternal",1,1,1 ], "of or suitable to a brother; brotherly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a fraternity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternal",1,1,3 ], "designating either or both of a pair of twins of the same or opposite sex that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternal",1,1,3 ], "developed from two separate fertilized ova" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fraternity",1,1,1 ], "a body of people united in interests, aims, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternity",1,1,2 ], "brotherhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternity",1,1,3 ], "a secret society joined by male students, usually functioning as a social club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternity",1,1,3 ], "and bearing a name composed of Greek letters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fraternize",1,1,1 ], "to associate on friendly terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraternize",1,2,1 ], "to cause fraternal relations between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fratricide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing one's brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fratricide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills his brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraud",1,1,1 ], "deliberate deception, trickery, or cheating intended to gain an advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraud",1,1,2 ], "an act or instance of such deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraud",1,1,3 ], "something false or spurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraud",1,1,4 ], "a person who acts in a false or deceitful way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraudulent",1,1,1 ], "acting with or having the intent to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraudulent",1,1,2 ], "relating to or proceeding from fraud or dishonest action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraught",1,1,1 ], "filled or charged; attended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraught",1,1,2 ], "freighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraught",1,2,1 ], "an obsolete word for freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fraxinella",1,1,1 ], "another name for gas plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",1,1,1 ], "a noisy quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",1,1,2 ], "a fight or brawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for fright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",1,2,1 ], "Archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",1,3,1 ], "to fight or disturb the peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",1,4,1 ], "to frighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",2,1,1 ], "or end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fray",2,1,1 ], "to wear or cause to wear away into tatters or loose threads, esp| at an edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",2,1,2 ], "to make or become strained or irritated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",2,1,3 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fray",2,1,3 ], "to rub or chafe (another object) or (of two objects) to rub against one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fray",2,2,1 ], "a frayed place, as in cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frazil",1,1,1 ], "formation of a sheet of ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frazil",1,1,1 ], "spikes of ice that form in water moving turbulently enough to prevent the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frazzle",1,1,1 ], "to make or become exhausted or weary; tire out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frazzle",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for fray ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frazzle",1,2,1 ], "the state of being frazzled or exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frazzle",1,2,2 ], "a frayed end or remnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frazzle",1,2,3 ], "frazzle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frazzle",1,2,3 ], "to a frazzle| Informal| absolutely; completely (esp| in the phrase burnt to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak out" ,1, 1, 1],"characterized by disorientation, hallucinations, etc|, esp| under the influence of drugs",2). c_DEF([ "freak out" ,1, 1, 1],"to experience or cause to experience radically altered perception",1). c_DEF([ "freak out" ,1, 1, 2],"excitement, etc",2). c_DEF([ "freak out" ,1, 1, 2],"to be or cause to be in a heightened emotional state, such as that of anger,",1). c_DEF([ "freak out" ,1, 2, 1],"to withdraw from society and adopt an unconventional way of life",1). c_DEF([ "freak",1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or plant that is abnormal or deformed; monstrosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak",1,1,1,1 ], "an object, event, etc|, that is abnormal or extremely unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak",1,1,2 ], "a personal whim or caprice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak",1,1,3 ], "a person who acts or dresses in a markedly unconventional or strange way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak",1,1,4 ], "a person who is obsessed with something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak",2,1,1 ], "a fleck or streak of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freak",2,2,1 ], "to streak with colour; variegate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freakish",1,1,1 ], "of, related to, or characteristic of a freak; abnormal or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freakish",1,1,2 ], "unpredictable or changeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freaky",1,1,1 ], "freakier, freakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freaky",1,1,2 ], "strange; unconventional; bizarre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freaky",1,1,3 ], "another word for freakish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freckle",1,1,1 ], "a small brownish spot on the skin: a localized deposit of the pigment melanin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freckle",1,1,1 ], "developed by exposure to sunlight| Technical name: lentigo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freckle",1,1,2 ], "any small area of discoloration; a spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freckle",1,2,1 ], "to mark or become marked with freckles or spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free agent",1,1,1 ], "a person whose actions are not constrained by others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free alongside ship",1,1,1 ], "(of a shipment of goods) delivered to the dock without charge to the buyer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free alongside ship",1,1,1 ], "but excluding the cost of loading onto the vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free association",1,1,1 ], "a method of exploring a person's unconscious by eliciting words and thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free association",1,1,1 ], "that are associated with key words provided by a psychoanalyst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free association",1,1,2 ], "a spontaneous mental process whereby ideas, words, or images suggest other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free association",1,1,2 ], "ideas, etc|, in a nonlogical chain reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free city",1,1,1 ], "a sovereign or autonomous city; city-state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free coinage",1,1,1 ], "coinage of bullion brought to the mint by any individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free companion",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) a member of a company of mercenary soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free company",1,1,1 ], "a band of mercenary soldiers during the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free energy",1,1,1 ], "a thermodynamic property that expresses the capacity of a system to perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free energy",1,1,1 ], "work under certain conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free enterprise",1,1,1 ], "an economic system in which commercial organizations compete for profit with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free enterprise",1,1,1 ], "little state control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free fall",1,1,1 ], "acting on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free fall",1,1,1 ], "free descent of a body in which the gravitational force is the only force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free fall",1,1,2 ], "the part of a parachute descent before the parachute opens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free flight",1,1,1 ], "the flight of a rocket, missile, etc|, when its engine has ceased to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free flight",1,1,1 ], "thrust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free form" ,1, 1, 1],"an irregular flowing shape, often used in industrial or fabric design",1). c_DEF([ "free gift",1,1,1 ], "something given away, esp| as an incentive to a purchaser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free gold",1,1,1 ], "gold, uncombined with other minerals, found in a pure state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free gold",1,1,2 ], "the excess of gold held by the Federal Reserve Banks over the legal reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free hand" ,1, 1, 1],"unrestricted freedom to act (esp| in the phrase give (someone),a free hand)",1). c_DEF([ "free house",1,1,1 ], "a public house not bound to sell only one brewer's products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free kick",1,1,1 ], "a place kick awarded for a foul or infringement, either direct, from which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free kick",1,1,1 ], "goal may be scored, or indirect, from which the ball must be touched by at least one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free kick",1,1,1 ], "other player for a goal to be allowed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "free labour",1,1,1 ], "the labour of workers who are not members of trade unions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free labour",1,1,2 ], "such workers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free list",1,1,1 ], "a list of commodities not subject to tariffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free list",1,1,2 ], "a list of people admitted free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free love",1,1,1 ], "the practice of sexual relationships without fidelity to a single partner or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free love",1,1,1 ], "without formal or legal ties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free on board",1,1,1 ], "(of a shipment of goods) delivered on board ship or other carrier without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free on board",1,1,1 ], "charge to the buyer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free on rail",1,1,1 ], "(of a consignment of goods) delivered to a railway station and loaded onto a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free on rail",1,1,1 ], "train without charge to the buyer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free port",1,1,1 ], "a port open to all commercial vessels on equal terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free port",1,1,2 ], "a zone adjoining a port that permits the duty-free entry of foreign goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free port",1,1,2 ], "intended for re-export" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free radical",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to radical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "free radical",1,1,1 ], "an atom or group of atoms containing at least one unpaired electron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free radical",1,1,1 ], "existing for a brief period of time before reacting to produce a stable molecule|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free silver",1,1,1 ], "the unlimited minting of silver coins, esp| when at a fixed ratio to gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free speech",1,1,1 ], "the right to express one's opinions publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free thought",1,1,1 ], "matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free thought",1,1,1 ], "thought unrestrained and uninfluenced by dogma or authority, esp| in religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free throw",1,1,1 ], "an unimpeded shot at the basket from the free-throw line, given for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free throw",1,1,1 ], "technical fault (one free shot) or a foul (two free shots)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free trade",1,1,1 ], "international trade that is free of such government interference as import" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free trade",1,1,1 ], "quotas, export subsidies, protective tariffs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free trade",1,1,2 ], "illicit trade; smuggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free verse",1,1,1 ], "unrhymed verse without a metrical pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free vote",1,1,1 ], "a parliamentary division in which members are not constrained by a party whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free will",1,1,1,1 ], "the apparent human ability to make choices that are not externally determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free will",1,1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that human beings have such freedom of choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free will",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free will",1,1,2 ], "the ability to make a choice without outside coercion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free zone",1,1,1 ], "an area at a port where certain customs restrictions are not implemented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,1 ], "able to act at will; not under compulsion or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,1,1 ], "having personal rights or liberty; not enslaved or confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,1,2 ], "land of the free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,2 ], "not subject (to) or restricted (by some regulation, constraint, etc|); exempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,3 ], "(of a country, etc|) autonomous or independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,4 ], "exempt from external direction or restriction; not forced or induced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,5 ], "not subject to conventional constraints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,6 ], "(of jazz) totally improvised, with no preset melodic, harmonic, or rhythmic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,6 ], "basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,7 ], "not exact or literal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,8 ], "costing nothing; provided without charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,9 ], "(of property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,9,1 ], "not subject to payment of rent or performance of services; freehold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,1,9,2 ], "not subject to any burden or charge, such as a mortgage or lien; unencumbered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,1 ], "ready or generous in using or giving; liberal; lavish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,10 ], "denoting an occurrence of a variable not bound by a quantifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,11 ], "(of some materials, such as certain kinds of stone) easily worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,12 ], "(of the wind) blowing from the quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,13 ], "free and easy| casual or tolerant; easy-going" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,14 ], "for free| Nonstandard| without charge or cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,2 ], "unrestrained by propriety or good manners; licentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,3 ], "not occupied or in use; available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,4 ], "open or available to all; public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,5 ], "not fixed or joined; loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,6 ], "without obstruction or impediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,7 ], "chemically uncombined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,8 ], "denoting a vowel that can occur in an open syllable, as the vowel in see as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,8 ], "opposed to the vowel in cat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,2,9 ], "denoting a morpheme that can occur as a separate word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,3,1 ], "in a free manner; freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,3,2 ], "without charge or cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,3,3 ], "with the wind blowing from the quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,3,4 ], "make free with| to take liberties with; behave too familiarly towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,5,1 ], "to set at liberty; release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,5,2 ], "to remove obstructions, attachments, or impediments from; disengage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free",1,5,3 ], "(often foll| by of or from) to relieve or rid (of obstacles, pain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-floating",1,1,1 ], "unattached or uncommitted, as to a cause, a party, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-for-all",1,1,1 ], "a disorganized brawl or argument, usually involving all those present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-handed",1,1,1 ], "generous or liberal; unstinting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-hearted",1,1,1 ], "frank and spontaneous; open; generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-living",1,1,1 ], "given to ready indulgence of the appetites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-living",1,1,2 ], "(of animals and plants) not parasitic; existing independently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-range",1,1,1 ], "kept or produced in natural nonintensive conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-select",1,1,1 ], "payments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free-select",1,1,1 ], "to select (areas of crown land) and acquire the freehold by a series of annual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-spoken",1,1,1 ], "speaking frankly or without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-swimming",1,1,1 ], "(of aquatic animals or larvae) not sessile or attached to any object and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-swimming",1,1,1 ], "therefore able to swim freely in the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "free-trader",1,1,1 ], "a person who supports or advocates free trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "free-trader",1,1,2 ], "a smuggler or smuggling vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freebie",1,1,1 ], "something provided without charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freebie",1,2,1 ], "without charge; free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeboard",1,1,1 ], "the space or distance between the deck of a vessel and the waterline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeboot",1,1,1 ], "to act as a freebooter pillage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freebooter",1,1,1 ], "a person, such as a pirate, living from plunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freebooter",1,1,2 ], "a person, esp| an itinerant, who seeks pleasure, wealth, etc|, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freebooter",1,1,2 ], "responsibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeborn",1,1,1 ], "not born in slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeborn",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for people not born in slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedman",1,1,1 ], "a man who has been freed from slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom fighter",1,1,1 ], "a militant revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom of the seas",1,1,1 ], "the right of ships of all nations to sail the high seas in peacetime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom of the seas",1,1,2 ], "(in wartime) the immunity accorded to neutral ships from attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom of the seas",1,1,3 ], "high seas in peacetime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freedom of the seas",1,1,3 ], "the exclusive jurisdiction possessed by a state over its own ships sailing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom rider",1,1,1 ], "a person who participated, esp| in the 1960s, in an organized tour, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom rider",1,1,1 ], "laws on integration to the test" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "freedom rider",1,1,1 ], "public transport in the South, in order to protest against racialism and put federal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,1 ], "personal liberty, as from slavery, bondage, serfdom, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,10 ], "excessive familiarity of manner; boldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,11 ], "ease and grace, as of movement; lack of effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,2 ], "liberation or deliverance, as from confinement or bondage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,3 ], "liberties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,3 ], "the quality or state of being free, esp| to enjoy political and civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,4 ], "(usually foll| by from) the state of being without something unpleasant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,4 ], "bad; exemption or immunity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,5 ], "the right or privilege of unrestricted use or access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,6 ], "autonomy, self-government, or independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,7 ], "the power or liberty to order one's own actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,8 ], "physical determinants, destiny, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,8 ], "the quality, esp| of the will or the individual, of being unrestrained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freedom",1,1,9 ], "ease or frankness of manner; candour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freehold",1,1,1,1 ], "tenure by which land is held in fee simple, fee tail, or for life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freehold",1,1,1,2 ], "an estate held by such tenure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freehold",1,2,1 ], "relating to or having the nature of freehold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeholder",1,1,1 ], "a person in possession of a freehold building or estate in land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,1,1,1 ], "freelancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,1,2 ], "a self-employed person, esp| a writer or artist, who is not employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,1,2 ], "continuously but hired to do specific assignments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,1,3 ], "a person, esp| a politician, who supports several causes or parties without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,1,3 ], "total commitment to any one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,1,4 ], "(in medieval Europe) a mercenary soldier or adventurer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,2,1 ], "to work as a freelance on (an assignment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freelance",1,3,1 ], "as a freelance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeload",1,1,1 ], "to act as a freeloader; sponge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeloader",1,1,1 ], "a person who habitually depends on the charity of others for food, shelter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeloader",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeman",1,1,1 ], "a person who is not a slave or in bondage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeman",1,1,2 ], "a person who enjoys political and civil liberties; citizen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeman",1,1,3 ], "a person who enjoys a privilege or franchise, such as the freedom of a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freemartin",1,1,1 ], "developed and sterile, probably due to the influence of the male hormones of its twin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freemartin",1,1,1 ], "during development in the uterus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "freemartin",1,1,1 ], "the female of a pair of twin calves of unlike sex that is imperfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freemason",1,1,1 ], "a member of a guild of itinerant skilled stonemasons, who had a system of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freemason",1,1,1 ], "secret signs and passwords with which they recognized each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freemasonry",1,1,1 ], "natural or tacit sympathy and understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freesheet",1,1,1 ], "a newspaper that is distributed free, paid for by its advertisers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freesia",1,1,1 ], "any iridaceous plant of the genus Freesia, of southern Africa, cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freesia",1,1,1 ], "their white, yellow, or pink tubular fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freestanding",1,1,1 ], "standing apart; not attached to or supported by another object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freestone",1,1,1,1 ], "a fruit, such as a peach, in which the flesh separates readily from the stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freestone",1,1,1,1 ], "any fine-grained stone, esp| sandstone or limestone, that can be cut and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freestone",1,1,1,1 ], "worked in any direction without breaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freestone",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freestyle",1,1,1 ], "a competition or race, as in swimming, in which each participant may use a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freestyle",1,1,1 ], "style of his or her choice instead of a specified style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freestyle",1,1,2 ], "a wrestling style in which any hold or throw is permitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freestyle",1,1,3 ], "a series of acrobatics performed in skiing, skateboarding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freestyle",1,1,4 ], "(as modifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freethinker",1,1,1 ], "a person who forms his ideas and opinions independently of authority or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freethinker",1,1,1 ], "accepted views, esp| in matters of religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeway",1,1,1 ], "a major road that can be used without paying a toll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freewheel",1,1,1 ], "a ratchet device in the rear hub of a bicycle wheel that permits the wheel to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freewheel",1,1,1 ], "rotate freely while the pedals are stationary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freewheel",1,1,2 ], "a device in the transmission of some vehicles that automatically disengages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freewheel",1,1,2 ], "drive shaft can turn freely" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "freewheel",1,1,2 ], "the drive shaft when it rotates more rapidly than the engine shaft, so that the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freewheel",1,2,1 ], "to coast in a vehicle or on a bicycle using the freewheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freewheeling",1,1,1 ], "relating to, operating as, or having a freewheel; coasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freewheeling",1,1,2 ], "free of restraints; carefree or uninhibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze out",1,1,1 ], "to force or exclude, as by unfriendly behaviour, boycotting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,1,1 ], "ice" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,1,1 ], "or (of a liquid) to solidify in this way, esp| to convert or be converted into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,1,1 ], "to change (a liquid) into a solid as a result of a reduction in temperature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by over or up) to cover, clog, or harden with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,1,2 ], "ice, or become so covered, clogged, or hardened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,1,3 ], "to fix fast or become fixed (to something) because of the action of frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,10,1 ], "the act of freezing or state of being frozen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,10,2 ], "a spell of temperatures below freezing point, usually over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,10,3 ], "the fixing of incomes, prices, etc|, by legislation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,10,4 ], "another word for frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,2,1 ], "to preserve (food) by subjection to extreme cold, as in a freezer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,2,2 ], "to feel or cause to feel the sensation or effects of extreme cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,2,3 ], "to die or cause to die of frost or extreme cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,2,4 ], "fear, shock, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,2,4 ], "to become or cause to become paralysed, fixed, or motionless, esp| through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,3,1 ], "to cause (moving film) to stop at a particular frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,3,2 ], "to decrease or cause to decrease in animation or vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,3,3 ], "to make or become formal, haughty, etc|, in manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,4,1 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,4,1 ], "to fix (prices, incomes, etc|) at a particular level, usually by government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,5,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,5,1 ], "to forbid by law the exchange, liquidation, or collection of (loans, assets," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,6,1 ], "to prohibit the manufacture, sale, or use of (something specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,7,1 ], "to stop (a process) at a particular stage of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,8,1 ], "injection of a local anaesthetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,8,1 ], "to render (tissue or a part of the body) insensitive, as by the application or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze",1,9,1 ], "to cling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze-dry",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to preserve (a substance) by rapid freezing and subsequently drying in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze-dry",1,1,1 ], "vacuum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freeze-up",1,1,1 ], "a period of freezing or extremely cold weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze-up",1,1,1,1 ], "the freezing of lakes, rivers, and topsoil in autumn or early winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freeze-up",1,1,1,2 ], "the time of year when this occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freezer",1,1,1 ], "a device that freezes or chills, esp| an insulated cold-storage cabinet for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freezer",1,1,1 ], "long-term storage of perishable foodstuffs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freezer",1,1,2 ], "a former name for a refrigerator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freezing mixture",1,1,1 ], "0 degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freezing mixture",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of two substances, usually salt and ice, to give a temperature below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freezing point",1,1,1 ], "melting point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "freezing point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature below which a liquid turns into a solid| It is equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freezing works",1,1,1 ], "a slaughterhouse at which animal carcasses are frozen for export" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,1,1,1 ], "commercial transport that is slower and cheaper than express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,1,1,2 ], "the price charged for such transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,1,1,3 ], "goods transported by this means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,1,1,4 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,1,2 ], "a ship's cargo or part of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,2,1 ], "to load with goods for transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,2,2 ], "to convey commercially as or by freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freight",1,2,3 ], "to load or burden; charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freightage",1,1,1 ], "the commercial conveyance of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freightage",1,1,2 ], "the goods so transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freightage",1,1,3 ], "the price charged for such conveyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freighter",1,1,1 ], "a ship or aircraft designed for transporting cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freighter",1,1,2 ], "a person concerned with the loading or chartering of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freightliner",1,1,1 ], "a type of goods train carrying containers that can be transferred onto lorries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freightliner",1,1,1 ], "or ships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fremd",1,1,1 ], "alien or strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fremitus",1,1,1 ], "a vibration felt by the hand when placed on a part of the body, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fremitus",1,1,1 ], "chest, when the patient is speaking or coughing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frenetic",1,1,1 ], "distracted or frantic; frenzied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frenulum",1,1,1 ], "a strong bristle or group of bristles on the hindwing of some moths and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frenulum",1,1,1 ], "insects, by which the forewing and hindwing are united during flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frenulum",1,1,2 ], "a small fraenum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frenum",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of fraenum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frenzied",1,1,1 ], "filled with or as if with frenzy; wild; frantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frenzy" ,1, 1, 1],"violent mental derangement",1). c_DEF([ "frenzy" ,1, 1, 2],"wild excitement or agitation; distraction",1). c_DEF([ "frenzy" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to make frantic; drive into a frenzy",1). c_DEF([ "frequency band",1,1,1 ], "a continuous range of frequencies, esp| in the radio spectrum, between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency band",1,1,1 ], "limiting frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequency distribution",1,1,1 ], "a set of values of a variable divided into classes with associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency distribution",1,1,1 ], "frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequency modulation",1,1,1 ], "a method of transmitting information using a radio-frequency carrier wave| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency modulation",1,1,1 ], "frequency of the carrier wave is varied in accordance with the amplitude and polarity of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequency modulation",1,1,1 ], "the input signal, the amplitude of the carrier remaining unchanged" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,1 ], "the state of being frequent; frequent occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2 ], "recurrence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2 ], "the number of times that an event occurs within a given period; rate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2,1 ], "specified time, often 1 second| It is usually measured in hertz| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2,1 ], "the number of individuals in a class (absolute frequency)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2,1 ], "the number of times that a periodic function or vibration repeats itself in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2,2 ], "(relative frequency)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2,2 ], "function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2,2 ], "the quotient of the length of the given time interval to the period of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequency",1,1,2,2 ], "the ratio of this number to the total number of individuals under survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequent",1,1,1 ], "recurring at short intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequent",1,1,2 ], "constant or habitual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequent",1,2,1 ], "(fr$I!kw$ent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequent",1,3,1 ], "to visit repeatedly or habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequentation",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of frequenting or visiting often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequentative",1,1,1 ], "denoting an aspect of verbs in some languages used to express repeated or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequentative",1,1,1 ], "habitual action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequentative",1,1,2 ], "(in English) denoting a verb or an affix having meaning that involves repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequentative",1,1,2 ], "or habitual action, such as the verb wrestle, from wrest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frequentative",1,2,1,1 ], "a frequentative verb or affix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frequentative",1,2,1,2 ], "the frequentative aspect of verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freq|",1,1,1 ], "frequent(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freq|",1,1,2 ], "frequentative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresco",1,1,1 ], "a very durable method of wall-painting using watercolours on wet plaster or," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresco",1,1,1 ], "less properly, dry plaster (fresco secco), with a less durable result" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fresco",1,1,2 ], "a painting done in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh breeze",1,1,1 ], "a fairly strong breeze of force five on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh gale",1,1,1 ], "a gale of force eight on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,1 ], "not stale or deteriorated; newly made, harvested, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,10 ], "not tired; alert; refreshed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,11 ], "not worn or faded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,12 ], "having a healthy or ruddy appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,13 ], "newly or just arrived; straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,14 ], "youthful or inexperienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,15 ], "designating a female farm animal, esp| a cow, that has recently given birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,16 ], "presumptuous or disrespectful; forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,17 ], "partially intoxicated; tipsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,18 ], "fresh out of| Informal, chiefly U|S| having just run out of supplies of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,2 ], "newly acquired, created, found, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,3 ], "novel; original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,4 ], "latest; most recent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,5 ], "further; additional; more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,6 ], "not canned, frozen, or otherwise preserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,7 ], "(of water) not salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,8 ], "bright or clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,1,9 ], "chilly or invigorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,2,1 ], "the fresh part or time of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,2,2 ], "another name for freshet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,3,1 ], "to make or become fresh; freshen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh",1,4,1 ], "in a fresh manner; freshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresh-run",1,1,1 ], "(of fish) newly migrated upstream from the sea, esp| to spawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fresh or fresher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshen",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to refresh (oneself), esp| by washing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshen",1,2,1 ], "(of the wind) to increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshen",1,2,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose saltiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshen",1,3,1,1 ], "(of farm animals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshen",1,3,2 ], "to give birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshen",1,3,2,2 ], "(of cows) to commence giving milk after calving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresher",1,1,1 ], "a first-year student at college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshet",1,1,1 ], "the sudden overflowing of a river caused by heavy rain or melting snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshet",1,1,2 ], "a stream of fresh water emptying into the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshwater",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshwater",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or living in fresh water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshwater",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of a sailor who has not sailed on the sea) unskilled or inexperienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "freshwater",1,1,4 ], "small and little known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fresnel",1,1,1 ], "a unit of frequency equivalent to 10'1'2 hertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret saw",1,1,1 ], "a fine-toothed saw with a long thin narrow blade, used for cutting designs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret saw",1,1,1 ], "thin wood or metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fret" ,2, 1, 1],"a repetitive geometrical figure, esp| one used as an ornamental border",1). c_DEF([ "fret" ,2, 1, 2],"such a pattern made in relief and with numerous small openings; fretwork",1). c_DEF([ "fret" ,2, 1, 3],"a charge on a shield consisting of a mascle crossed by a saltire",1). c_DEF([ "fret" ,2, 2, 1],"(tr|) to ornament with fret or fretwork",1). c_DEF([ "fret",1,1,1 ], "to distress or be distressed; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,1,2 ], "to rub or wear away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,1,3 ], "to irritate or be irritated; feel or give annoyance or vexation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,1,4 ], "to eat away or be eaten away by chemical action; corrode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,2,1 ], "(of a road surface) to become loose so that potholes develop; scab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,2,2 ], "to agitate (water) or (of water) to be agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,3,1 ], "to make by wearing away; erode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,4,1 ], "a state of irritation or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,4,2 ], "the result of fretting; corrosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",1,4,3 ], "a hole or channel caused by fretting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",3,1,1 ], "any of several small metal bars set across the fingerboard of a musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fret",3,1,1 ], "instrument of the lute, guitar, or viol family at various points along its length so as to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fret",3,1,1 ], "produce the desired notes when the strings are stopped by the fingers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fretful",1,1,1 ], "peevish, irritable, or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fretted",1,1,1 ], "ornamented with angular designs or frets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fretted",1,1,2 ], "decorated with fretwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fretwork",1,1,1 ], "decorative geometrical carving or openwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fretwork",1,1,2 ], "any similar pattern of light and dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fretwork",1,1,3 ], "ornamental work of three-dimensional frets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friable",1,1,1 ], "easily broken up; crumbly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friar",1,1,1 ], "(Franciscans), White Friars (Carmelites), and Austin Friars (Augustinians)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "friar",1,1,1 ], "Catholic Church, the main orders being the Black Friars (Dominicans), Grey Friars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friar",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various chiefly mendicant religious orders of the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friar's balsam",1,1,1 ], "a compound containing benzoin, mixed with hot water and used as an inhalant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friar's balsam",1,1,1 ], "relieve colds and sore throats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friar's lantern",1,1,1 ], "another name for will-o'-the-wisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friarbird",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian honeyeaters of the genus Philemon, having a naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friarbird",1,1,1 ], "head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friary",1,1,1 ], "a convent or house of friars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fribble",1,1,1 ], "to fritter away; waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fribble",1,2,1 ], "to act frivolously; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fribble",1,3,1 ], "a wasteful or frivolous person or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fribble",1,4,1 ], "frivolous; trifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fricandeau",1,1,1 ], "a larded and braised veal fillet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fricassee" ,1, 1, 1],"sauce",2). c_DEF([ "fricassee" ,1, 1, 1],"stewed meat, esp| chicken or veal, and vegetables, served in a thick white",1). c_DEF([ "fricassee" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to prepare (meat, etc|) as a fricassee",1). c_DEF([ "fricative",1,1,1 ], "(f) or (z)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fricative",1,1,1 ], "a continuant consonant produced by partial occlusion of the airstream, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fricative",1,2,1 ], "relating to or denoting a fricative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction clutch",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical clutch in which the drive is transmitted by the friction between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction clutch",1,1,1 ], "and driven shafts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "friction clutch",1,1,1 ], "surfaces, lined with cork, asbestos, or other fibrous materials, attached to the driving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friction match",1,1,1 ], "a match that ignites as a result of the heat produced by friction when it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction match",1,1,1 ], "struck on a rough surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friction tape",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for insulating tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction",1,1,1 ], "a resistance encountered when one body moves relative to another body with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction",1,1,1 ], "which it is in contact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friction",1,1,2 ], "the act, effect, or an instance of rubbing one object against another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction",1,1,3 ], "disagreement or conflict; discord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction",1,1,4 ], "the hissing element of a speech sound, such as a fricative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friction",1,1,5 ], "perfumed alcohol used on the hair to stimulate the scalp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fridge",1,1,1 ], "short for refrigerator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fried",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of fry ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend at court",1,1,1 ], "an influential acquaintance who can promote one's interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,1 ], "a person known well to another and regarded with liking, affection, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,1 ], "loyalty; an intimate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,2 ], "an acquaintance or associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,3 ], "an ally in a fight or cause; supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,4 ], "a fellow member of a party, society, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,5 ], "a patron or supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,6 ], "be friends to be friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,7 ], "(with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,8 ], "make friends to become friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,1,9 ], "(with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friend",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for befriend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friendly society",1,1,1 ], "an association of people who pay regular dues or other sums in return for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "friendly society",1,1,1 ], "old-age pensions, sickness benefits, etc| U|S| term: benefit society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friendly" ,1, 2, 1],"showing or expressing liking, goodwill, or trust",1). c_DEF([ "friendly" ,1, 2, 2],"tending or disposed to help or support; favourable",1). c_DEF([ "friendly" ,1, 3, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "friendly" ,1, 3, 2],"Also called: friendly match| Sport",1). c_DEF([ "friendly" ,1, 3, 3],"&-!friendlily adv|?-!friendliness",2). c_DEF([ "friendly" ,1, 3, 3],"a match played for its own sake, and not as part of a competition, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "frier",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fryer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frieze",1,1,1,1 ], "entablature, esp| one that is decorated with sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frieze",1,1,1,1 ], "the horizontal band between the architrave and cornice of a classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frieze",1,1,1,2 ], "decorated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frieze",1,1,1,2 ], "the upper part of the wall of a room, below the cornice, esp| one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frieze",1,1,2 ], "any ornamental band or strip on a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frieze",2,1,1 ], "a heavy woollen fabric with a long nap, used for coats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frig",1,1,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frig",1,1,2 ], "to masturbate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frig",1,2,1 ], "to behave foolishly or aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frigate bird",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the genus Fregata and family Fregatidae, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frigate bird",1,1,1 ], "subtropical seas, having a long bill with a downturned tip, a wide wingspan, and a forked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frigate bird",1,1,1 ], "tail: order Pelecaniformes (pelicans, cormorants, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "frigate",1,1,1 ], "a medium-sized square-rigged warship of the 18th and 19th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frigate",1,1,2 ], "a warship larger than a corvette and smaller than a destroyer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frigate",1,1,2,2 ], "U|S| a warship larger than a destroyer and smaller than a cruiser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frigging" ,1, 1, 1],"(intensifier, used as a milder word for fucking)",1). c_DEF([ "fright" ,1, 1, 1],"sudden intense fear or alarm",1). c_DEF([ "fright" ,1, 1, 2],"a sudden alarming shock",1). c_DEF([ "fright" ,1, 1, 3],"a horrifying, grotesque, or ludicrous person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "fright" ,1, 1, 4],"take fright",1). c_DEF([ "fright" ,1, 1, 5],"to become frightened| ~vb",1). c_DEF([ "fright" ,1, 1, 6],"(tr|) a poetic word for frighten",1). c_DEF([ "frighten",1,1,1 ], "to cause fear in; terrify; scare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frighten",1,1,2 ], "to drive or force to go (away, off, out, in, etc|) by making afraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frightful",1,1,1 ], "very alarming, distressing, or horrifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frightful",1,1,2 ], "unpleasant, annoying, or extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frightfully" ,1, 1, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "frigid" ,1, 1, 1],"formal or stiff in behaviour or temperament; lacking in affection or warmth",1). c_DEF([ "frigid" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"lacking sexual responsiveness",1). c_DEF([ "frigid" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"averse to sexual intercourse or unable to achieve orgasm during intercourse",1). c_DEF([ "frigid" ,1, 1, 2],"(esp| of women)",1). c_DEF([ "frigid" ,1, 1, 3],"characterized by physical coldness",1). c_DEF([ "frigorific",1,1,1 ], "causing cold or freezing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frijol",1,1,1 ], "Mexico" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frijol",1,1,1 ], "a variety of bean, esp| of the French bean, extensively cultivated for food in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,1 ], "a gathered, ruched, or pleated strip of cloth sewn on at one edge only, as on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,1 ], "garments, as ornament, or to give extra body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,2 ], "a ruff of hair or feathers around the neck of a dog or bird or a fold of skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,2 ], "around the neck of a reptile or amphibian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,3 ], "Full name: oriental frill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,4 ], "(often cap|) a variety of domestic fancy pigeon having a ruff of curled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,4 ], "feathers on the chest and crop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,5 ], "a wrinkling or loosening of the emulsion at the edges of a negative or print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,1,6 ], "a superfluous or pretentious thing or manner; affectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,2,1 ], "to adorn or fit with a frill or frills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,2,2 ], "to form into a frill or frills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frill",1,3,1 ], "(of an emulsion) to develop a frill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frilled lizard",1,1,1 ], "a large arboreal insectivorous Australian lizard, Chlamydosaurus kingi, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frilled lizard",1,1,1 ], "an erectile fold of skin around the neck: family Agamidae (agamas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fringe benefit",1,1,1 ], "an incidental or additional advantage, esp| a benefit provided by an employer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe benefit",1,1,1 ], "to supplement an employee's regular pay, such as a pension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fringe tree",1,1,1 ], "Chionanthus, of North America and China, having clusters of white narrow-petalled flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fringe tree",1,1,1 ], "either of two ornamental oleaceous shrubs or small trees of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,1 ], "an edging consisting of hanging threads, tassels, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,1,1 ], "an outer edge; periphery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,2 ], "unofficial; not conventional in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,3 ], "a section of the front hair cut short over the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,4 ], "an ornamental border or margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,5 ], "any of the light and dark or coloured bands produced by diffraction or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,1,5 ], "interference of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,2,1 ], "to adorn or fit with a fringe or fringes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringe",1,2,2 ], "to be a fringe for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringed orchis",1,1,1 ], "any orchid of the genus Habenaria, having yellow, white, purple, or greenish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringed orchis",1,1,1 ], "flowers with fringed petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fringilline",1,1,1 ], "includes the finches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fringilline",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Fringillidae, a family of songbirds that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringing reef",1,1,1 ], "a coral reef close to the shore to which it is attached, having a steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fringing reef",1,1,1 ], "seaward edge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frippery",1,1,1 ], "ornate or showy clothing or adornment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frippery",1,1,2 ], "showiness; ostentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frippery",1,1,3 ], "unimportant considerations; trifles; trivia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frippet",1,1,1 ], "a frivolous or flamboyant young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frippet",1,1,2 ], "young womanhood (esp| in the phrase a bit of frippet)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fris",1,1,1 ], "a fabric with a long normally uncut nap used for upholstery and rugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisette",1,1,1 ], "a curly or frizzed fringe, often an artificial hairpiece, worn by women on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisette",1,1,1 ], "forehead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "friseur",1,1,1 ], "a hairdresser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisk",1,1,1 ], "to leap, move about, or act in a playful manner; frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisk",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of animals) to whisk or wave briskly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisk",1,3,1,1 ], "to search (someone) by feeling for concealed weapons, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisk",1,3,1,2 ], "to rob by searching in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisk",1,4,1 ], "a playful antic or movement; frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisk",1,4,2 ], "the act or an instance of frisking a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisket",1,1,1 ], "a light rectangular frame, attached to the tympan of a hand-printing press," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisket",1,1,1 ], "that carries a parchment sheet to protect the non-printing areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frisky",1,1,1 ], "friskier, friskiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisky",1,1,2 ], "lively, high-spirited, or playful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frisson",1,1,1 ], "a shudder or shiver; thrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frit fly",1,1,1 ], "a small black dipterous fly, Oscinella frit, whose larvae are destructive to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frit fly",1,1,1 ], "barley, wheat, rye, oats, etc|: family Chloropidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frit" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"pottery, enamel, etc",2). c_DEF([ "frit" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the basic materials, partially or wholly fused, for making glass, glazes for",1). c_DEF([ "frit" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a glassy substance used in some soft-paste porcelain",1). c_DEF([ "frit" ,1, 1, 2],"the material used for making the glaze for artificial teeth",1). c_DEF([ "frit" ,1, 2, 1],"fritts, fritting, fritted",1). c_DEF([ "frit" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to fuse (materials) in making frit",1). c_DEF([ "fritillary",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate liliaceous plant of the genus Fritillaria, having purple or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fritillary",1,1,1 ], "white drooping bell-shaped flowers, typically marked in a chequered pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fritillary",1,1,2 ], "any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genera Argynnis, Boloria, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fritillary",1,1,2 ], "having brownish wings chequered with black and silver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fritter",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by away) to waste or squander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fritter",1,1,2 ], "to break or tear into small pieces; shred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fritter",1,2,1 ], "a small piece; shred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fritter",2,1,1 ], "a piece of food, such as apple or clam, that is dipped in batter and fried in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fritter",2,1,1 ], "deep fat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frivol",1,2,1 ], "to behave frivolously; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frivol",1,3,1 ], "to waste on frivolous pursuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frivolous",1,1,1 ], "not serious or sensible in content, attitude, or behaviour; silly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frivolous",1,1,2 ], "unworthy of serious or sensible treatment; unimportant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizette",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of frisette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizz",1,1,1 ], "(of the hair, nap, etc|) to form or cause (the hair, etc|) to form tight wiry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizz",1,1,1 ], "curls or crisp tufts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frizz",1,2,1 ], "hair that has been frizzed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizz",1,2,2 ], "the state of being frizzed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizzle",1,1,1 ], "to form (the hair) into tight crisp curls; frizz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizzle",1,2,1 ], "a tight crisp curl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizzle",2,1,1 ], "to scorch or be scorched, esp| with a sizzling noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizzle",2,2,1 ], "to fry (bacon, etc|) until crisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frizzy",1,1,1 ], "(of the hair) in tight crisp wiry curls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fro",1,1,1 ], "back or from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frock coat",1,1,1 ], "a man's single- or double-breasted skirted coat, as worn in the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frock",1,1,1 ], "a girl's or woman's dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frock",1,1,2 ], "a loose garment of several types, such as a peasant's smock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frock",1,1,3 ], "a coarse wide-sleeved outer garment worn by members of some religious orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frock",1,2,1 ], "to invest (a person) with the office or status of a cleric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frocking",1,1,1 ], "coarse material suitable for making frocks or work clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froe",1,1,1 ], "a cutting tool with handle and blade at right angles, used for stripping young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froe",1,1,1 ], "trees, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frog kick",1,1,1 ], "a type of kick used in swimming, as in the breast stroke, in which the legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog kick",1,1,1 ], "are simultaneously drawn towards the body and bent at the knees with the feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frog kick",1,1,1 ], "together, straightened out with the legs apart, and then brought together again quickly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "frog spit",1,1,1 ], "another name for cuckoo spit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog spit",1,1,2 ], "a foamy mass of threadlike green algae floating on ponds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 1],"any insectivorous anuran amphibian of the family Ranidae, such as Rana",1). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 1],"long hind legs specialized for hopping",3). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 1],"temporaria of Europe, having a short squat tailless body with a moist smooth skin and very",2). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various similar amphibians of related families, such as the tree frog",1). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 3],"any spiked or perforated object used to support plant stems in a flower",1). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 3],"arrangement",2). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 4],"a recess in a brick to reduce its weight",1). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 1, 5],"a frog in one's throat| phlegm on the vocal cords that affects one's speech",1). c_DEF([ "frog" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to hunt or catch frogs",1). c_DEF([ "frog",2,1,1 ], "19th-century military uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frog",2,1,1 ], "a decorative fastening of looped braid or cord, as on the front of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog",2,1,2 ], "a loop or other attachment on a belt to hold the scabbard of a sword, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog",2,1,3 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for nut ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog",3,1,1 ], "a tough elastic horny material in the centre of the sole of a horse's foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog",4,1,1 ], "a grooved plate of iron or steel placed to guide train wheels over an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog",4,1,1 ], "intersection of railway lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frog-bit",1,1,1 ], "a floating aquatic Eurasian plant, Hydrocharis morsus-ranae, with heart-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frog-bit",1,1,1 ], "leaves and white flowers: family Hydrocharitaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frogfish",1,1,1 ], "any angler (fish) of the family Antennariidae, in which the body is covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogfish",1,1,1 ], "with fleshy processes, including a fleshy lure on top of the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frogged",1,1,1 ], "(of a coat) fitted with ornamental frogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogging",1,1,1 ], "the ornamental frogs on a coat collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froghopper",1,1,1 ], "any small leaping herbivorous homopterous insect of the family Cercopidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froghopper",1,1,1 ], "whose larvae secrete a protective spittle-like substance around themselves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frogman",1,1,1 ], "a swimmer equipped with a rubber suit, flippers, and breathing equipment for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogman",1,1,1 ], "working underwater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frogmarch",1,1,1 ], "a method of carrying a resisting person in which each limb is held by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogmarch",1,1,1 ], "person and the victim is carried horizontally and face downwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frogmarch",1,1,2 ], "any method of making a resisting person move forward against his will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogmarch",1,2,1 ], "to carry in a frogmarch or cause to move forward unwillingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogmouth",1,1,1 ], "Caprimulgiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "frogmouth",1,1,1 ], "SE Asia and Australia, similar to the nightjars: family Podargidae, order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frogmouth",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal insectivorous bird of the genera Podargus and Batrachostomus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogspawn",1,1,1 ], "a mass of fertilized frogs' eggs or developing tadpoles, each egg being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frogspawn",1,1,1 ], "surrounded by a protective nutrient jelly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frolic" ,1, 1, 1],"a gay or light-hearted entertainment or occasion",1). c_DEF([ "frolic" ,1, 1, 2],"light-hearted activity; gaiety; merriment",1). c_DEF([ "frolic" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to caper about; act or behave playfully",1). c_DEF([ "frolic" ,1, 3, 1],"full of merriment or fun; gay",1). c_DEF([ "frolicsome",1,1,1 ], "given to frolicking; merry and playful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "from",1,1,1 ], "used to indicate the original location, situation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "from",1,1,2 ], "in a period of time starting at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "from",1,1,3 ], "used to indicate the distance between two things or places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "from",1,1,4 ], "used to indicate a lower amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "from",1,1,5 ], "showing the model of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "from",1,1,6 ], "used with the gerund to mark prohibition, restraint, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "from",1,1,7 ], "because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fromenty",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of frumenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frond",1,1,1 ], "the compound leaf of a fern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frond",1,1,2 ], "the leaf of a palm or a cycad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frond",1,1,3 ], "the thallus of a seaweed or a lichen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frondescence",1,1,1 ], "the process or state of producing leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frondescence",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for foliage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frons",1,1,1 ], "an anterior cuticular plate on the head of some insects, in front of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frons",1,1,1 ], "clypeus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front bench",1,1,1,1 ], "Commons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front bench",1,1,1,1 ], "the foremost bench of either the Government or Opposition in the House of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front bench",1,1,1,2 ], "the leadership (frontbenchers) of either group, who occupy this bench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front bench",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front door",1,1,1 ], "the main entrance to a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front door",1,1,2 ], "an open legitimate means of obtaining a job, position, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front line",1,1,1 ], "the most advanced military units or elements in a battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front line",1,1,2 ], "situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front line",1,1,2 ], "the most advanced, exposed, or conspicuous element in any activity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front line",1,1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for the front line of a military formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front line",1,1,2,2 ], "to the fore; advanced, conspicuous, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front man",1,1,1 ], "a nominal leader of an organization, etc|, who lacks real power or authority," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front man",1,1,1 ], "esp| one who lends respectibility to some nefarious activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front matter",1,1,1 ], "another name for prelims ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front of house",1,1,1 ], "the areas of a theatre, opera house, etc|, used by the audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,1 ], "that part or side that is forward, prominent, or most often seen or used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,10 ], "a business or other activity serving as a respectable cover for another," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,10 ], "usually criminal, organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,11 ], "a nominal leader of an organization, etc|, who lacks real power or authority;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,11 ], "figurehead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,12 ], "outward appearance of rank or wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,13 ], "a particular field of activity involving some kind of struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,14 ], "a group of people with a common goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,15 ], "a false fill-in for a jacket; a dickey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,16 ], "the forehead or the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,2 ], "a position or place directly before or ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,3 ], "the beginning, opening, or first part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,4 ], "the position of leadership; forefront; vanguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,5 ], "land bordering a lake, street, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,6 ], "land along a seashore or large lake, esp| a promenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,6,1 ], "the total area in which opposing armies face each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,6,2 ], "the lateral space in which a military unit or formation is operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,7 ], "having different characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,7 ], "the dividing line or plane between two air masses of different origins and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,8 ], "outward aspect or bearing, as when dealing with a situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,1,9 ], "assurance, over-confidence, or effrontery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,2,1 ], "of, at, or in the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,2,2 ], "brought forward and raised towards the hard palate, as for the sound of ee in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a vowel articulated with the blade of the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,2,2 ], "see or a in English hat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,3,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on or onto) to be opposite (to); face (onto)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,4,1 ], "to be a front of or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,5,1 ], "to confront, esp| in hostility or opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,5,2 ], "to supply a front for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front",1,6,1 ], "to appear (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front-page",1,1,1 ], "as modifier important or newsworthy enough to be put on the front page of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front-page",1,1,1 ], "newspaper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontage",1,1,1 ], "the facade of a building or the front of a plot of ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontage",1,1,2 ], "river, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontage",1,1,2 ], "the extent of the front of a shop, plot of land, etc|, esp| along a street," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontage",1,1,3 ], "the direction in which a building faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontal bone",1,1,1 ], "the bone that forms the front part of the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontal lobe",1,1,1 ], "central sulcus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontal lobe",1,1,1 ], "the anterior portion of each cerebral hemisphere, situated in front of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontal",1,1,1 ], "of, at, or in the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontal",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or resulting from a front or its passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontal",1,2,1 ], "a decorative hanging for the front of an altar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontal",1,2,2 ], "another name for frontlet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontality",1,1,1 ], "a frontal view, as in a painting or other work of art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontier",1,1,1,1 ], "such a boundary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontier",1,1,1,1 ], "the edge of the settled area of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontier",1,1,1,1 ], "the region of a country bordering on another or a line, barrier, etc|, marking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontier",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontier",1,1,2 ], "the limit of knowledge in a particular field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontier",1,1,3 ], "the part of the closure of a topological set that lies outside its interior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontiersman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a man living on a frontier, esp| in a newly pioneered territory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontiersman",1,1,1 ], "the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontispiece",1,1,1 ], "an illustration facing the title page of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontispiece",1,1,2 ], "the principal facade of a building; front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontispiece",1,1,3 ], "a pediment, esp| an ornamented one, over a door, window, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontlet",1,1,1 ], "a small decorative loop worn on a woman's forehead, projecting from under her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontlet",1,1,1 ], "headdress, in the 15th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontlet",1,1,2 ], "the forehead of an animal, esp| of a bird when it is a different colour from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontlet",1,1,2 ], "the rest of the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontlet",1,1,3 ], "the decorated border of an altar frontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontlet",1,1,3,1 ], "a band worn on the forehead to bind a phylactery in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontlet",1,1,3,2 ], "a phylactery attached to the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontogenesis",1,1,1 ], "different origins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frontogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation or development of a front through the meeting of air masses from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontolysis",1,1,1 ], "the weakening or dissipation of a front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fronton",1,1,1 ], "a wall against which pelota or jai alai is played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontrunner",1,1,1 ], "the leader or a favoured contestant in a race, election, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frontwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "front|",1,1,1 ], "frontispiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frore",1,1,1 ], "very cold or frosty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost heave",1,1,1 ], "expansion of water underneath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frost heave",1,1,1 ], "the upthrust and cracking of a ground surface through the freezing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost line",1,1,1 ], "the deepest point in the ground to which frost will penetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost line",1,1,2 ], "the limit towards the equator beyond which frosts do not occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,1 ], "a white deposit of ice particles, esp| one formed on objects out of doors at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,1 ], "night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,2 ], "an atmospheric temperature of below freezing point, characterized by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,2 ], "production of this deposit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,3 ], "degrees of frost| degrees below freezing point: eight degrees of frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,3 ], "indicates a temperature of either -8 degrees C or 24 degrees F" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,4 ], "something given a cold reception; failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,5 ], "coolness of manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,1,6 ], "the act of freezing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,2,1 ], "to cover or be covered with frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,3,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,3,1 ], "to give a frostlike appearance to (glass, etc|), as by means of a fine-grained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,4,1 ], "to decorate (cakes, etc|) with icing or frosting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frost",1,5,1 ], "to kill or damage (crops, etc|) with frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frostbite",1,1,1 ], "destruction of tissues, esp| those of the fingers, ears, toes, and nose, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frostbite",1,1,1 ], "freezing, characterized by tingling, blister formation, and gangrene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frostbitten",1,1,1 ], "of or affected with frostbite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosted",1,1,1 ], "covered or injured by frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosted",1,1,2 ], "covered with icing, as a cake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosted",1,1,3 ], "(of glass, etc|) having a surface roughened, as if covered with frost, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosted",1,1,3 ], "prevent clear vision through it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frosting",1,1,1 ], "a soft icing based on sugar and egg whites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosting",1,1,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for icing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosting",1,1,3 ], "a rough or matt finish on glass, silver, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frostwork",1,1,1 ], "the patterns made by frost on glass, metal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frostwork",1,1,2 ], "similar artificial ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosty",1,1,1 ], "frostier, frostiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosty",1,1,2 ], "characterized by frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosty",1,1,3 ], "covered by or decorated with frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosty",1,1,4 ], "lacking warmth or enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frosty",1,1,5 ], "like frost in appearance or colour; hoary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froth flotation",1,1,1 ], "another name for flotation (in metallurgy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,1,1 ], "a mass of small bubbles of air or a gas in a liquid, produced by fermentation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,1,1 ], "detergent, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,1,2 ], "a mixture of saliva and air bubbles formed at the lips in certain diseases," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,1,2 ], "such as rabies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,1,3 ], "trivial ideas, talk, or entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,2,1 ], "to produce or cause to produce froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,3,1 ], "to give out in the form of froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froth",1,4,1 ], "to cover with froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frottage",1,1,1 ], "a work of art" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frottage",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of taking a rubbing from a rough surface, such as wood, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frottage",1,1,2 ], "sexual excitement obtained by rubbing against another person's clothed body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froufrou",1,1,1 ], "a swishing sound, as made by a long silk dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froufrou",1,1,2 ], "elaborate dress or ornamentation, esp| worn by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frow",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of froe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froward",1,1,1 ], "obstinate; contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frown",1,1,1 ], "concentration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frown",1,1,1 ], "to draw the brows together and wrinkle the forehead, esp| in worry, anger, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frown",1,2,1 ], "to have a dislike (of); look disapprovingly (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frown",1,3,1 ], "to express (worry, etc|) by frowning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frown",1,4,1 ], "to force, silence, etc|, by a frowning look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frown",1,5,1 ], "the act of frowning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frown",1,5,2 ], "a show of dislike or displeasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frowst",1,1,1 ], "a hot and stale atmosphere; fug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frowsty",1,1,1 ], "ill-smelling; stale; musty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frowzy",1,1,1 ], "untidy or unkempt in appearance; shabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frowzy",1,1,2 ], "ill-smelling; frowsty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "froze",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of freeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of freeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,1 ], "turned into or covered with ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,2 ], "obstructed or blocked by ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,3 ], "killed, injured, or stiffened by extreme cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,4 ], "(of a region or climate) icy or snowy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,5 ], "(of food) preserved by a freezing process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,5,1 ], "(of prices, wages, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,6 ], "arbitrarily pegged at a certain level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,6,2 ], "(of business assets) not convertible into cash, as by government direction or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,6,2 ], "business conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,7 ], "frigid, unfeeling, or disdainful in manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frozen",1,2,8 ], "motionless or unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frt|",1,1,1 ], "freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructiferous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants or trees) bearing or yielding fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructification",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of fructifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructification",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of a seed-bearing plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructification",1,1,3 ], "any spore-bearing structure in ferns, mosses, fungi, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructify",1,1,1 ], "to bear or cause to bear fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructify",1,1,2 ], "to make or become productive or fruitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructose",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H12O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fructose",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-soluble sugar occurring in honey and many fruits|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fructuous",1,1,1 ], "productive or fruitful; fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frugal",1,1,1 ], "practising economy; living without waste; thrifty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frugal",1,1,2 ], "not costly; meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frugivorous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on fruit; fruit-eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit bat",1,1,1 ], "and subtropical regions and feeding on fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fruit bat",1,1,1 ], "any large Old World bat of the suborder Megachiroptera, occurring in tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit body",1,1,1 ], "the part of a fungus in which the spores are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit cocktail",1,1,1 ], "fruit salad consisting of small or diced fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit cup",1,1,1 ], "a variety of fruits served in a cup or glass as an appetizer or dessert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit fly",1,1,1 ], "any small dipterous fly of the family Trypetidae, which feed on and lay their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit fly",1,1,1 ], "eggs in plant tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fruit fly",1,1,2 ], "any dipterous fly of the genus Drosophila" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit knife",1,1,1 ], "a small stainless knife for cutting fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit machine",1,1,1 ], "a gambling machine that pays out when certain combinations of diagrams," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit machine",1,1,1 ], "usually of fruit, appear on a dial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fruit salad",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of sweet fruits cut up and served in their juice: often sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit salad",1,1,1 ], "canned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fruit sugar",1,1,1 ], "another name for fructose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit tree",1,1,1 ], "any tree that bears edible fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,1 ], "be dry, as in the poppy, or fleshy, as in the peach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,1 ], "the ripened ovary of a flowering plant, containing one or more seeds| It may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,10 ], "offspring of man or animals; progeny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,2 ], "any fleshy part of a plant, other than the above structure, that supports the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,2 ], "seeds and is edible, such as the strawberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,3 ], "the spore-producing structure of plants that do not bear seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,4 ], "any plant product useful to man, including grain, vegetables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,5 ], "the result or consequence of an action or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,6 ], "slang, old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,7 ], "chap; fellow: used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,8 ], "a person considered to be eccentric or insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,1,9 ], "a male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruit",1,2,1 ], "to bear or cause to bear fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitage",1,1,1 ], "the process, state, or season of producing fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitage",1,1,2 ], "fruit collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who eats only fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a fruitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitcake",1,1,1 ], "a rich cake containing mixed dried fruit, lemon peel, nuts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitcake",1,1,2 ], "a person considered to be eccentric or insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruiter",1,1,1 ], "a fruit grower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruiter",1,1,2 ], "any tree that bears fruit, esp| edible fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruiterer",1,1,1 ], "a fruit dealer or seller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitful",1,1,1 ], "bearing fruit in abundance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitful",1,1,2 ], "productive or prolific, esp| in bearing offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitful",1,1,3 ], "causing or assisting prolific growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitful",1,1,4 ], "producing results or profits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruition",1,1,1 ], "the attainment or realization of something worked for or desired; fulfilment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruition",1,1,2 ], "enjoyment of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruition",1,1,3 ], "the act or condition of bearing fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitless",1,1,1 ], "yielding nothing or nothing of value; unproductive; ineffectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruitless",1,1,2 ], "without fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruity",1,1,1 ], "fruitier, fruitiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruity",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruity",1,1,3 ], "(of a voice) mellow or rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruity",1,1,4 ], "ingratiating or unctuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruity",1,1,5 ], "erotically stimulating; salacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruity",1,1,6 ], "eccentric or insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fruity",1,1,7 ], "a slang word for homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frumentaceous",1,1,1 ], "resembling or made of wheat or similar grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frumenty" ,1, 1, 1],"fromenty, or furmentyn| Brit",1). c_DEF([ "frumenty" ,1, 1, 2],"a kind of porridge made from hulled wheat boiled with milk, sweetened, and",1). c_DEF([ "frumenty" ,1, 1, 2],"spiced",2). c_DEF([ "frump",1,1,1 ], "a woman who is dowdy, drab, or unattractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustrate",1,1,1 ], "to hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; thwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustrate",1,1,2 ], "to upset, agitate, or tire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustrate",1,2,1 ], "frustrated or thwarted; baffled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustration",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being frustrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustration",1,1,2 ], "something that frustrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustration",1,1,2,1 ], "the prevention or hindering of a potentially satisfying activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustration",1,1,2,2 ], "the emotional reaction to such prevention that may involve aggression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustule",1,1,1 ], "the hard siliceous cell wall of a diatom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustum",1,1,1,1 ], "a plane parallel to the base that intersects the solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frustum",1,1,1,1 ], "the part of a solid, such as a cone or pyramid, contained between the base and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustum",1,1,1,2 ], "the part of such a solid contained between two parallel planes intersecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frustum",1,1,1,2 ], "the solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "frustum",1,1,2 ], "a single drum of a column or a single stone used to construct a pier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frutescent",1,1,1 ], "having the appearance or habit of a shrub; shrubby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 1, 1],"(when tr|, sometimes foll| by up) to cook or be cooked in fat, oil, etc|,",1). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 1, 1],"usually over direct heat",2). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 2, 1],"to be excessively hot",1). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 2, 2],"to kill or be killed by electrocution, esp| in the electric chair",1). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 3, 1],"fries",1). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 3, 2],"a dish of something fried, esp| the offal of a specified animal",1). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 3, 3],"a social occasion, often outdoors, at which the chief food is fried",1). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 3, 4],"fry-up| Brit| informal",1). c_DEF([ "fry" ,1, 3, 5],"the act of preparing a mixed fried dish or the dish itself",1). c_DEF([ "fry",2,1,1 ], "the young of various species of fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fry",2,1,2 ], "the young of certain other animals, such as frogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fry",2,1,3 ], "young children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fryer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that fries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fryer",1,1,2 ], "a young chicken suitable for frying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frying pan",1,1,1 ], "a long-handled shallow pan used for frying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "frying pan",1,1,2 ], "out of the frying pan into the fire| from a bad situation to a worse one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fr|",1,1,1 ], "fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fr|",1,1,2 ], "franc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fr|",1,1,3 ], "from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ft-lb",1,1,1 ], "foot-pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fth|",1,1,1 ], "fathom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ft|" ,1, 1, 1],"foot or",1). c_DEF([ "ft|" ,1, 1, 2],"feet",1). c_DEF([ "ft|" ,1, 1, 3],"fort",1). c_DEF([ "ft|" ,1, 1, 4],"fortificatio",1). c_DEF([ "fubsy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fubsy",1,1,2 ], "short and stout; squat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsia",1,1,1 ], "any onagraceous shrub of the mostly tropical genus Fuchsia, widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsia",1,1,1 ], "for their showy drooping purple, red, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsia",1,1,2 ], "a North American onagraceous plant, Zauschneria californica, with tubular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsia",1,1,2 ], "scarlet flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsia",1,1,2,1 ], "a reddish-purple to purplish-pink colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsia",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsin",1,1,1 ], "C20H19N3HCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsin",1,1,1 ], "a greenish crystalline substance, the quaternary chloride of rosaniline," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuchsin",1,1,1 ], "forming a red solution in water: used as a textile dye and a biological stain| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuck about",1,2,1 ], "to act in a stupid or aimless manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuck about",1,3,1 ], "to treat (someone) in an inconsiderate or selfish way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuck up" ,1, 1, 1],"to damage or bungle",1). c_DEF([ "fuck up" ,1, 1, 2],"to make confused",1). c_DEF([ "fuck up" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "fuck up" ,1, 2, 2],"an act or an instance of bungling",1). c_DEF([ "fuck",1,1,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuck",1,2,1 ], "an act of sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuck",1,2,2 ], "a partner in sexual intercourse, esp| one of specified competence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuck",1,2,2 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuck",1,2,3 ], "not care or give a fuck| not to care at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuck",1,3,1 ], "an expression of strong disgust or anger (often in exclamatory phrases such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuck",1,3,1 ], "fuck you! fuck it! etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fucker",1,1,1 ], "a despicable or obnoxious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fucker",1,1,2 ], "a person; fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fucker",1,1,3 ], "a person who fucks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fucking" ,1, 2, 1],"Taboo slang",1). c_DEF([ "fucking" ,1, 2, 2],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "fucking" ,1, 3, 1],"a forceful expression of dismissal or contempt",1). c_DEF([ "fucking" ,1, 4, 1],"to go away",1). c_DEF([ "fuckwit",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang| a fool or idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fucoid" ,1, 1, 1],"fucous ",1). c_DEF([ "fucoid" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or resembling seaweeds of the genus Fucus",1). c_DEF([ "fucoid" ,1, 2, 1],"any seaweed of the genus Fucus",1). c_DEF([ "fucus",1,1,1 ], "any seaweed of the genus Fucus, common in the intertidal regions of many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fucus",1,1,1 ], "shores and typically having greenish-brown slimy fronds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuddle",1,1,1 ], "to cause to be confused or intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuddle",1,2,1 ], "to drink excessively; tipple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuddle",1,3,1 ], "a muddled or confused state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuddy-duddy",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| an elderly one, who is extremely conservative or dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",1,1,1 ], "a soft variously flavoured sweet made from sugar, butter, cream, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",2,1,1 ], "foolishness; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",2,2,1 ], "a mild exclamation of annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",2,3,1 ], "to talk foolishly or emptily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,1,1 ], "a small section of type matter in a box in a newspaper allowing late news to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,1,1 ], "be included without the whole page having to be remade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,1,2 ], "the box in which such type matter is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,1,3 ], "the late news so inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,1,4 ], "a machine attached to a newspaper press for printing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,2,1 ], "to make or adjust in a false or clumsy way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,2,2 ], "to misrepresent; falsify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fudge",3,2,3 ], "to evade (a problem, issue, etc|); dodge; avoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel cell",1,1,1 ], "a cell in which the energy produced by oxidation of a fuel is converted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel cell",1,1,1 ], "directly into electrical energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuel element",1,1,1 ], "a can containing nuclear fuel for use in a reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel injection",1,1,1 ], "a system for introducing atomized liquid fuel under pressure directly into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel injection",1,1,1 ], "combustion chambers of an internal-combustion engine without the use of a carburettor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuel oil",1,1,1 ], "a liquid petroleum product having a flash point above 37|8 degrees C: used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel oil",1,1,1 ], "a substitute for coal in industrial furnaces, domestic heaters, ships, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuel oil",1,1,1 ], "locomotives" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fuel",1,1,1 ], "any substance burned as a source of heat or power, such as coal or petrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel",1,1,2 ], "produces energy in a nuclear reactor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuel",1,1,2 ], "the material, containing a fissile substance such as uranium-235, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel",1,1,3 ], "something that nourishes or builds up emotion, action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuel",1,2,1 ], "to supply with or receive fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fug",1,1,1 ], "a hot, stale, or suffocating atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugacious",1,1,1 ], "passing quickly away; transitory; fleeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugacious",1,1,2 ], "lasting for only a short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugacity",1,1,1 ], "a property of a gas that expresses its tendency to escape or expand, given by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugacity",1,1,1 ], "d(log\ef) = dm/RT, where m is the chemical potential, R the gas constant, and T the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fugacity",1,1,1 ], "thermodynamic temperature| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fugacity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being fugacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or in the style of a fugue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugard" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1932, South African dramatist and theatre director|His plays include",1). c_DEF([ "fugard" ,1, 1, 2],"Arrest under the Immorality Act (1974), and Dimetos (1976)",2). c_DEF([ "fugard" ,1, 1, 2],"The Trials of Brother Jero (1966), The Island (1973), Statements after an",1). c_DEF([ "fugato",1,2,1 ], "in the manner or style of a fugue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugato",1,3,1 ], "a movement, section, or piece in this style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugio",1,1,1 ], "(1787)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fugio",1,1,1 ], "a former U|S| copper coin worth one dollar, the first authorized by Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugitive",1,1,1 ], "a person who flees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugitive",1,1,2 ], "a thing that is elusive or fleeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugitive",1,2,1 ], "fleeing, esp| from arrest or pursuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugitive",1,2,2 ], "not permanent; fleeting; transient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugitive",1,2,3 ], "moving or roving about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugleman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a soldier used as an example for those learning drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugleman",1,1,2 ], "any person who acts as a leader or example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugue",1,1,1 ], "a musical form consisting essentially of a theme repeated a fifth above or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugue",1,1,1 ], "fourth below the continuing first statement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fugue",1,1,2 ], "a dreamlike altered state of consciousness, lasting from a few hours to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fugue",1,1,2 ], "several days, during which a person wanders away with loss of memory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuguist",1,1,1 ], "a composer of fugues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulcrum",1,1,1 ], "the pivot about which a lever turns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulcrum",1,1,2 ], "something that supports or sustains; prop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulcrum",1,1,3 ], "a spinelike scale occurring in rows along the anterior edge of the fins in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulcrum",1,1,3 ], "primitive bony fishes such as the sturgeon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fulfil",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bring about the completion or achievement of (a desire, promise," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulfil",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fulfil",1,1,2 ], "to carry out or execute (a request, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulfil",1,1,3 ], "to conform with or satisfy (regulations, demands, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulfil",1,1,4 ], "to finish or reach the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulfil",1,1,5 ], "fulfil oneself| to achieve one's potentials or desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulgent",1,1,1 ], "shining brilliantly; resplendent; gleaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulgurate",1,1,1 ], "to flash like lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulgurating",1,1,1 ], "(of pain) sudden and sharp piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulgurating",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to fulguration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulguration",1,1,1 ], "destruction of tissue by means of high-frequency (more than 10,000 per second)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulguration",1,1,1 ], "electric sparks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fulgurite",1,1,1 ], "a tube of glassy mineral matter found in sand and rock, formed by the action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulgurite",1,1,1 ], "of lightning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fulgurous",1,1,1 ], "flashing like or resembling lightning; fulgurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuliginous",1,1,1 ], "sooty or smoky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuliginous",1,1,2 ], "of the colour of soot; dull greyish-black or brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full blood",1,1,1 ], "an individual, esp| a horse or similar domestic animal, of unmixed race or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full blood",1,1,1 ], "breed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full blood",1,1,2 ], "the relationship between individuals having the same parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full board",1,1,1,1 ], "the provision by a hotel of a bed and all meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full board",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full dress",1,1,1,1 ], "a formal or ceremonial style of dress, such as white tie and tails for a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full dress",1,1,1,1 ], "and a full-length evening dress for a woman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full dress",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full house",1,1,1 ], "a hand with three cards of the same value and another pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full house",1,1,2 ], "a theatre, etc|, filled to capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full house",1,1,3 ], "(in bingo, etc|) the set of numbers needed to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full moon",1,1,1 ], "one of the four phases of the moon, occurring when the earth lies between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full moon",1,1,1 ], "sun and the moon so that the moon is visible as a fully illuminated disc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full moon",1,1,2 ], "the moon in this phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full moon",1,1,3 ], "the time at which this occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full nelson",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold, illegal in amateur wrestling, in which a wrestler places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full nelson",1,1,1 ], "both arms under his opponent's arms from behind and exerts pressure with both palms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full nelson",1,1,1 ], "on the back of the neck" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "full pitch",1,1,1 ], "a bowled ball that reaches the batsman without bouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full professor",1,1,1 ], "another name for professor ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full radiator",1,1,1 ], "another name for black body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full sail",1,1,1 ], "at top speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full sail",1,3,1 ], "with all sails set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full score",1,1,1 ], "the entire score of a musical composition, showing each part separately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full stop",1,1,1 ], "or exclamation, after abbreviations, etc| U|S| term: period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full stop",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark (|) used at the end of a sentence that is not a question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full time",1,1,1 ], "the end of a football or other match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full toss",1,1,1 ], "another term for full pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,1 ], "capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,1 ], "holding or containing as much as possible; filled to capacity or near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,2 ], "abundant in supply, quantity, number, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,3 ], "having consumed enough food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of the face or figure) rounded or plump; not thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,5 ], "with no part lacking; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,6 ], "with all privileges, rights, etc|; not restricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,7 ], "of, relating to, or designating a relationship established by descent from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,7 ], "same parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,1,8 ], "filled with emotion or sentiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,1 ], "occupied or engrossed (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,1,1 ], "powerful or rich in volume and sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,1,2 ], "completing a piece or section; concluding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,10 ], "in full cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,11 ], "(of a pack of hounds) in full pursuit of quarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,12 ], "in full swing| at the height of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,2 ], "(of a garment, esp| a skirt) containing a large amount of fabric; of ample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,2 ], "cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,3 ], "(of sails, etc|) distended by wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,4 ], "(of wine, such as a burgundy) having a heavy body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,5 ], "(of a colour) containing a large quantity of pure hue as opposed to white or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,5 ], "grey; rich; saturated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,6 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,7 ], "full and by| Nautical| another term for close-hauled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,8 ], "full of oneself| full of pride or conceit; egoistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,2,9 ], "full up| filled to capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,3,1,1 ], "completely; entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,3,1,2 ], "full-grown; full-fledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,3,2 ], "exactly; directly; right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,3,3 ], "very; extremely (esp| in the phrase full well)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,3,4 ], "full out| with maximum effort or speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,4,1 ], "the greatest degree, extent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,4,2 ], "a ridge of sand or shingle along a sea shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,4,3 ], "in full| without omitting, decreasing, or shortening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,4,4 ], "to the full| to the greatest extent; thoroughly; fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,5,1 ], "to gather or tuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",1,6,1 ], "(of the moon) to be fully illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",2,1,1 ], "(of cloth, yarn, etc|) to become or to make (cloth, yarn, etc|) heavier and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full",2,1,1 ], "more compact during manufacture through shrinking and beating or pressing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "full-blooded",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of horses) of unmixed ancestry; thoroughbred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-blooded",1,1,2 ], "having great vigour or health; hearty; virile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-blown",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the fullest, strongest, or best development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-blown",1,1,2 ], "in full bloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-bodied",1,1,1 ], "having a full rich flavour or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-bottomed",1,1,1 ], "(of a wig) long at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-cream",1,1,1 ], "denoting or made with whole unskimmed milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-faced",1,1,1 ], "having a round full face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-faced",1,1,2 ], "facing towards the spectator or in a specific direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-faced",1,1,3 ], "another name for bold face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-frontal" ,1, 1, 1],"(of a nude person or a photograph of a nude person) exposing the genitals to",1). c_DEF([ "full-frontal" ,1, 1, 1],"full view",2). c_DEF([ "full-length",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-length",1,1,2 ], "extending to or showing the complete length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-length",1,1,3 ], "of the original or normal length; not abridged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-mouthed",1,1,1 ], "(of livestock) having a full adult set of teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-mouthed",1,1,2 ], "uttered loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-rigged",1,1,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) having three or more masts rigged square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-rigged",1,1,2 ], "fully equipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-scale",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a plan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-scale",1,1,2 ], "of actual size; having the same dimensions as the original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-scale",1,1,3 ], "done with thoroughness or urgency; using all resources; all-out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "full-time" ,1, 1, 1],"for the entire time appropriate to an activity",1). c_DEF([ "fullback",1,1,1 ], "one of two defensive players positioned in front of the goalkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fullback",1,1,2 ], "a defensive player positioned close to his own line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fullback",1,1,3 ], "the position held by any of these players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuller",1,1,1 ], "a person who fulls cloth for his living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuller",2,1,1 ], "a tool for forging a groove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuller",2,1,2 ], "a tool for caulking a riveted joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuller",2,2,1 ], "to forge (a groove) or caulk (a riveted joint) with a fuller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuller's earth",1,1,1 ], "a natural absorbent clay used, after heating, for decolorizing oils and fats," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuller's earth",1,1,1 ], "fulling cloth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuller's teasel",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian teasel plant, Dipsacus fullonum, whose prickly flower heads are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuller's teasel",1,1,1 ], "used for raising the nap on woollen cloth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuller's teasel",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant, Dipsacus sativum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fully fashioned",1,1,1 ], "(of stockings, seams, knitwear, etc|) shaped so as to fit closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fully fledged",1,1,1 ], "(of a young bird) having acquired its adult feathers and thus able to fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fully fledged",1,1,2 ], "developed or matured to the fullest degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fully fledged",1,1,3 ], "of full rank or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fully",1,1,1 ], "to the greatest degree or extent; totally; entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fully",1,1,2 ], "amply; sufficiently; adequately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fully",1,1,3 ], "at least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulmar",1,1,1 ], "any heavily built short-tailed oceanic bird of the genus Fulmarus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulmar",1,1,1 ], "genera, of polar regions: family Procellariidae, order Procellariiformes (petrels)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fulminant",1,1,1 ], "sudden and violent; fulminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminant",1,1,2 ], "(of pain) sudden and sharp piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminate",1,1,1 ], "to make severe criticisms or denunciations; rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminate",1,1,2 ], "to explode with noise and violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminate",1,2,1 ], "to thunder and lighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminate",1,3,1 ], "any salt or ester of fulminic acid, esp| the mercury salt, which is used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminate",1,3,1 ], "detonator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fulminating powder",1,1,1 ], "powder that detonates by percussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminic acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable volatile acid known only in solution and in the form of its salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminic acid",1,1,1 ], "and esters| Formula: HONC" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fulminous",1,1,1 ], "harshly critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulminous",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or resembling thunder and lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulsome",1,1,1 ], "excessive or insincere, esp| in an offensive or distasteful way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulsome",1,1,2 ], "disgusting; loathsome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fulvous",1,1,1 ], "of a dull brownish-yellow colour; tawny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumaric acid",1,1,1 ], "HCOOCHCHCOOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fumaric acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline acid with a fruity taste, found in some plants and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumaric acid",1,1,1 ], "manufactured from benzene;trans-butenedioic acid: used esp| in synthetic resins| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fumarole",1,1,1 ], "a vent in or near a volcano from which hot gases, esp| steam, are emitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumatorium",1,1,1 ], "an airtight chamber in which insects and fungi on organic matter or plants are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumatorium",1,1,1 ], "destroyed by fumigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fumatory" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to smoking or fumigation",1). c_DEF([ "fumatory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "fumatory" ,1, 2, 2],"another name for a fumatorium",1). c_DEF([ "fumble",1,1,1 ], "to grope about clumsily or blindly, esp| in searching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumble",1,2,1 ], "to finger or play with, esp| in an absent-minded way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumble",1,2,2 ], "to say or do hesitantly or awkwardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumble",1,2,3 ], "to fail to catch or grasp (a ball, etc|) cleanly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumble",1,3,1 ], "the act of fumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fume cupboard",1,1,1 ], "a ventilated enclosure for storing or experimenting with chemicals with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fume cupboard",1,1,1 ], "harmful vapours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fume",1,1,1 ], "to be overcome with anger or fury; rage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fume",1,1,2 ], "reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fume",1,1,2 ], "to give off (fumes) or (of fumes) to be given off, esp| during a chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fume",1,2,1 ], "to subject to or treat with fumes; fumigate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fume",1,3,1 ], "a pungent or toxic vapour, gas, or smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fume",1,3,2 ], "a sharp or pungent odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fume",1,3,3 ], "a condition of anger or fury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumed",1,1,1 ], "(of wood, esp| oak) having a dark colour and distinctive grain from exposure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumed",1,1,1 ], "to ammonia fumes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fumigant",1,1,1 ], "a substance used for fumigating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumigate",1,1,1 ], "to treat (something contaminated or infected) with fumes or smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuming sulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of pyrosulphuric acid, H2S2O7, and other condensed acids, made by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuming sulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "dissolving sulphur trioxide in concentrated sulphuric acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fumitory",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the chiefly European genus Fumaria, esp| F| officinalis, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fumitory",1,1,1 ], "spurred flowers and formerly used medicinally: family Fumariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 1, 1],"a source of enjoyment, amusement, diversion, etc",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 1, 2],"pleasure, gaiety, or merriment",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 1, 3],"jest or sport (esp| in the phrases in or for fun)",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 1, 4],"fun and games| Ironic or facetious| gay amusement; frivolous activity",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 1, 5],"like fun|U|S| informal| not at all! certainly not!",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 1, 6],"make fun of or ,poke fun at| to ridicule or deride",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 1, 7],"full of amusement, diversion, gaiety, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "fun" ,1, 2, 2],"to act or say in a joking or sporting manner",1). c_DEF([ "funambulist",1,1,1 ], "a tightrope walker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function shift",1,1,1 ], "a change in the syntactic function of a word, as when the noun mushroom is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function shift",1,1,1 ], "used as an intransitive verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "function shift",1,1,2 ], "sound change involving a realignment of the phonemic system of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function word",1,1,1 ], "a word, such as the, with a particular grammatical role but little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function word",1,1,1 ], "identifiable meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,1,1 ], "role" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,1,1 ], "the natural action or intended purpose of a person or thing in a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,1,2 ], "an official or formal social gathering or ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,1,3 ], "a factor dependent upon another or other factors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,1,3,1 ], "a variable or expression that can take a set of values each of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,1,3,1 ], "associated with the value of an independent variable or variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,1,3,2 ], "map" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,2,1 ], "to operate or perform as specified; work properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "function",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by as) to perform the action or role (of something or someone else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional calculus",1,1,1 ], "another name for predicate calculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional disease",1,1,1 ], "a disease in which there is no observable change in the structure of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional disease",1,1,1 ], "or part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "functional group",1,1,1 ], "that determines the chemical behaviour of the compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "functional group",1,1,1 ], "the group of atoms in a compound, such as the hydroxyl group in an alcohol," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional illiterate",1,1,1 ], "a person whose literacy is insufficient for most work and normal daily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional illiterate",1,1,1 ], "situations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "functional",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or containing a function or functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional",1,1,2 ], "practical rather than decorative; utilitarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional",1,1,3 ], "capable of functioning; working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional",1,1,3,1 ], "relating to the purpose or context of a behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional",1,1,3,2 ], "denoting a disorder without structural change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional",1,2,1 ], "a function whose domain is a set of functions and whose range is another set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functional",1,2,1 ], "of functions that can be a set of numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "functionalism",1,1,1 ], "the theory of design that the form of a thing should be determined by its use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functionalism",1,1,2 ], "any doctrine that stresses utility or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functionalism",1,1,3 ], "a system of thought based on the premise that all mental processes derive from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functionalism",1,1,3 ], "their usefulness to the organism in adapting to the environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "functionary",1,1,1 ], "a person acting in an official capacity, as for a government; an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "functionary",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for functional or official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,1,1 ], "a reserve of money, etc|, set aside for a certain purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,1,2 ], "a supply or store of something; stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,2,1 ], "to furnish money to in the form of a fund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,2,2 ], "to place or store up in a fund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,2,3 ], "interest and represented by bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,2,3 ], "to convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt bearing fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,2,4 ], "to provide a fund for the redemption of principal or payment of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,2,5 ], "to accumulate a fund for the discharge of (a recurrent liability)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fund",1,2,6 ], "to invest (money) in government securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundament",1,1,1 ], "the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundament",1,1,2 ], "the natural features of the earth's surface, unaltered by man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundament",1,1,3 ], "a base or foundation, esp| of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundament",1,1,4 ], "a theory, principle, or underlying basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental law",1,1,1 ], "law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental law",1,1,1 ], "the law determining the constitution of the government of a state; organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental particle",1,1,1 ], "another name for elementary particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental unit",1,1,1 ], "example, the metre, kilogram, and second are fundamental units of the SI system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental unit",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of unrelated units that form the basis of a system of units| For" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or comprising a foundation; basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or comprising a source; primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to the principal or lowest note of a harmonic series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,1,4 ], "of or concerned with the component of lowest frequency in a complex vibration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,2,1 ], "a principle, law, etc|, that serves as the basis of an idea or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,2,1,1 ], "the component of lowest frequency in a complex vibration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,2,1,1 ], "the principal or lowest note of a harmonic series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,2,1,2 ], "the bass note of a chord in root position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamental",1,2,1,2 ], "the frequency of this component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamentalism",1,1,1 ], "(esp| among certain Protestant sects) interpretation of every word of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundamentalism",1,1,1 ], "Bible as literal truth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funded debt",1,1,1 ], "a long-term bonded debt with at least a year to maturity, issued usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funded debt",1,1,1 ], "the government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fundi",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in repairing or maintaining machinery; mechanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funds",1,1,1 ], "money that is readily available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funds",1,1,2 ], "British government securities representing national debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fundus",1,1,1 ], "the base of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funeral director",1,1,1 ], "an undertaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funeral parlour",1,1,1 ], "a place where the dead are prepared for burial or cremation| Usual U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funeral parlour",1,1,1 ], "funeral home" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funeral",1,1,1,1 ], "a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funeral",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funeral",1,1,2 ], "a procession of people escorting a corpse to burial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funeral",1,1,3 ], "worry; concern; affair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funerary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or for a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funereal",1,1,1 ], "suggestive of a funeral; gloomy or mournful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funfair",1,1,1 ], "an amusement park or fairground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungal",1,1,1 ], "of, derived from, or caused by a fungus or fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungi",1,1,1 ], "the plural of fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungi-",1,1,1 ], "fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungible",1,1,1 ], "moveable perishable goods of a sort that may be estimated by number or weight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungible",1,1,1 ], "such as grain, wine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fungible",1,2,1 ], "having the nature or quality of fungibles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungicide",1,1,1 ], "a substance or agent that destroys or is capable of destroying fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a mushroom or similar fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungistat",1,1,1 ], "a substance that inhibits the growth of fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a fungus or fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungous",1,1,1 ], "appearing suddenly and spreading quickly like a fungus, but not lasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungous",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for fungal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungus",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the division Fungi, lacking chlorophyll, leaves, true stems, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungus",1,1,1 ], "includes moulds, mildews, rusts, yeasts, and mushrooms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fungus",1,1,1 ], "roots, reproducing by spores, and living as a saprophyte or parasite| The group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fungus",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a fungus, esp| in suddenly growing and spreading rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fungus",1,1,3 ], "any soft tumorous growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funicle",1,1,1 ], "the stalk that attaches an ovule or seed to the wall of the ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funicular",1,1,1 ], "a railway up the side of a mountain, consisting of two counterbalanced cars at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funicular",1,1,1 ], "either end of a cable passing round a driving wheel at the summit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funicular",1,2,1 ], "relating to or operated by a rope, cable, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funicular",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a funicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funiculus",1,1,1 ], "a cordlike part or structure, esp| a small bundle of nerve fibres in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funiculus",1,1,1 ], "spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funiculus",1,1,2 ], "a variant of funicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funk hole",1,1,1 ], "a dugout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funk hole",1,1,2 ], "a job that affords exemption from military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funk",1,1,1 ], "a state of nervousness, fear, or depression (esp| in the phrase in a funk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funk",1,1,2 ], "a coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funk",1,2,1 ], "to flinch from (responsibility, etc|) through fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funk",1,3,1 ], "to make afraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funk",2,1,1 ], "a strong foul odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funky",1,1,1 ], "funkier, funkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funky",1,1,2 ], "(of jazz, pop, etc|) passionate and soulful, reminiscent of early blues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funky",1,1,3 ], "pleasing or attractive, esp| in an exaggerated or camp manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funky",2,1,1 ], "funkier, funkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funky",2,1,2 ], "evil-smelling; foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel cloud",1,1,1 ], "a whirling column of cloud extending downwards from the base of a cumulonimbus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel cloud",1,1,1 ], "cloud: part of a waterspout or tornado" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,1,1 ], "a hollow utensil with a wide mouth tapering to a small hole, used for pouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,1,1 ], "liquids, powders, etc|, into a narrow-necked vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,1,3 ], "a smokestack for smoke and exhaust gases, as on a steamship or steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,1,3 ], "locomotive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,1,4 ], "a shaft or tube, as in a building, for ventilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move or pour through or as if through a funnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,2,2 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,2,2 ], "to concentrate or focus or be concentrated or focused in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel",1,2,3 ], "(intr|) to take on a funnel-like shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel-web",1,1,1 ], "any large poisonous black spider of the family Dipluridae, constructing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funnel-web",1,1,1 ], "funnel-shaped webs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funnies",1,1,1 ], "comic strips in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny bone",1,1,1 ], "skin: when it is struck, a sharp tingling sensation is experienced along the forearm|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funny bone",1,1,1 ], "the area near the elbow where the ulnar nerve is close to the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny farm",1,1,1 ], "a mental institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny paper",1,1,1 ], "a section or separate supplement of a newspaper, etc|, containing comic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny paper",1,1,1 ], "strips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "funny",1,1,1 ], "causing amusement or laughter; humorous; comical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny",1,1,2 ], "peculiar; odd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny",1,1,3 ], "suspicious or dubious (esp| in the phrase funny business)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny",1,1,4 ], "faint or ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "funny",1,2,2 ], "a joke or witticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fur brigade",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a convoy of canoes, horses, or dog sleighs that transported furs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fur brigade",1,1,1 ], "and other goods between trading posts and towns or factories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fur seal",1,1,1 ], "any of various eared seals, esp| of the genus Arctocephalus, that have a fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fur seal",1,1,1 ], "dense underfur and are hunted as a source of sealskin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the dressed skin of certain fur-bearing animals, with the hair left on",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 1],"the dense coat of fine silky hairs on such mammals as the cat, seal, and mink",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a pile fabric made in imitation of animal fur",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a garment made from such a fabric",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 2],"a garment made of fur, such as a coat or stole",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 3],"any of various stylized representations of animal pelts or their tinctures,",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 3],"esp| ermine or vair, used in coats of arms",2). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 4],"make the fur fly| to cause a scene or disturbance",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 5],"a whitish coating of cellular debris on the tongue, caused by excessive",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 5],"smoking, an upset stomach, etc",2). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 6],"a whitish-grey deposit consisting chiefly of calcium carbonate precipitated",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 1, 6],"from hard water onto the insides of pipes, boilers, and kettles",2). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to line or trim a garment, etc|, with fur",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 2, 2],"(often foll| by up) to cover or become covered with a furlike lining or",1). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 2, 2],"deposit",2). c_DEF([ "fur" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to clothe (a person) in a fur garment or garments",1). c_DEF([ "furaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "either of two aldehydes derived from furan, esp| 2-furaldehyde (see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "furfuraldehyde)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furan",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable toxic liquid heterocyclic compound, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furan",1,1,1 ], "synthesis of nylon| Formula: C4H4O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furbelow",1,1,1 ], "a flounce, ruffle, or other ornamental trim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furbelow",1,1,2 ], "showy ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furbelow",1,2,1 ], "to put a furbelow on (a garment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furbish",1,1,1 ], "to make bright by polishing; burnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furbish",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to improve the appearance or condition of; renovate;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furbish",1,1,2 ], "restore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furcate",1,1,1 ], "to divide into two parts; fork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furcula",1,1,1 ], "any forklike part or organ, esp| the fused clavicles (wishbone) of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furfur",1,1,1 ], "a scaling of the skin; dandruff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furfur",1,1,2 ], "any scale of the epidermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furfuraceous",1,1,1 ], "relating to or resembling bran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furfuraceous",1,1,2 ], "resembling dandruff; scaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furfuraldehyde",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable soluble mobile liquid with a penetrating odour, present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furfuraldehyde",1,1,1 ], "in oat and rice hulls; 2-furaldehyde: used as a solvent and in the manufacture of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furfuraldehyde",1,1,1 ], "resins| Formula: C5H4O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "furfuran",1,1,1 ], "another name for furan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furioso",1,2,1 ], "in a frantically rushing manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furioso",1,3,1 ], "a passage or piece to be performed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furious",1,1,1 ], "extremely angry or annoyed; raging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furious",1,1,2 ], "violent, wild, or unrestrained, as in speed, vigour, energy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furl",1,1,1 ], "flag, etc|) to be rolled up in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furl",1,1,1 ], "to roll up (an umbrella, flag, etc|) neatly and securely or (of an umbrella," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furl",1,2,1 ], "to gather in (a square sail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furl",1,3,1 ], "to disappear; vanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furl",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of furling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furl",1,4,2 ], "a single rolled-up section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furlong",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to 220 yards (201|168 metres)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furlough",1,1,1 ], "leave of absence from military duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furlough",1,1,2 ], "a temporary laying off of employees, usually because there is insufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furlough",1,1,2 ], "work to occupy them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furlough",1,2,1 ], "to grant a furlough to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furlough",1,2,2 ], "to lay off (staff) temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furmenty",1,1,1 ], "variants of frumenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furnace",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed chamber in which heat is produced to generate steam, destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furnace",1,1,1 ], "refuse, smelt or refine ores, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furnace",1,1,2 ], "a very hot or stifling place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furnish",1,1,1 ], "to provide (a house, room, etc|) with furniture, carpets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furnish",1,1,2 ], "to equip with what is necessary; fit out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furnish",1,1,3 ], "to give; supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furnishings",1,1,1 ], "furniture and accessories, including carpets and curtains, with which a room," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furnishings",1,1,1 ], "house, etc|, is furnished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furnishings",1,1,2 ], "articles of dress and accessories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furniture",1,1,1 ], "the movable, generally functional, articles that equip a room, house, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furniture",1,1,2 ], "the equipment necessary for a ship, factory, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furniture",1,1,3 ], "blank areas and to surround the type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furniture",1,1,3 ], "lengths of wood, plastic, or metal, used in assembling formes to create the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furniture",1,1,4 ], "the full armour, trappings, etc|, for a man and horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furniture",1,1,5 ], "locks, handles, etc|, designed for use on doors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furore",1,1,1 ], "a public outburst, esp| of protest; uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furore",1,1,2 ], "a sudden widespread enthusiasm for something; craze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furore",1,1,3 ], "frenzy; rage; madness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furphy",1,1,1 ], "a rumour or fictitious story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furred",1,1,1 ], "made of, lined with, or covered in fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furred",1,1,2 ], "wearing fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furred",1,1,3 ], "(of animals) having fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furred",1,1,4 ], "another word for furry ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furred",1,1,5 ], "provided with furring strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furred",1,1,6 ], "(of a pipe, kettle, etc|) lined with hard lime or other salts deposited from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furred",1,1,6 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furrier",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is selling, making, dressing, or repairing fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furrier",1,1,1 ], "garments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furriery",1,1,1 ], "the occupation of a furrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furriery",1,1,2 ], "furs worn as a garment or trim collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furring strip",1,1,1 ], "a strip of wood or metal fixed to a wall, floor, or ceiling to provide a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furring strip",1,1,1 ], "furring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "furring strip",1,1,1 ], "surface for the fixing of plasterboard, floorboards, etc| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furring",1,1,1,1 ], "short for furring strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furring",1,1,1,2 ], "the fixing of furring strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furring",1,1,1,3 ], "furring strips collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furring",1,1,2 ], "the formation of fur on the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furring",1,1,3 ], "trimming of animal fur, as on a coat or other garment, or furs collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furrow",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow trench made in the ground by a plough or a trench resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furrow",1,1,1 ], "this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "furrow",1,1,2 ], "any long deep groove, esp| a deep wrinkle on the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furrow",1,2,1 ], "to develop or cause to develop furrows or wrinkles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furrow",1,2,2 ], "to make a furrow or furrows in (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furry",1,1,1 ], "rier, riest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furry",1,1,2 ], "covered with fur or something furlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furry",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or resembling fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furry",1,1,4 ], "another word for furred ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furry",1,1,5 ], "coated with whitish cellular debris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "further education",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) formal education beyond school other than at a university or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "further education",1,1,1 ], "polytechnic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "further" ,1, 1, 1],"in addition; furthermore",1). c_DEF([ "further" ,1, 1, 2],"to a greater degree or extent",1). c_DEF([ "further" ,1, 1, 3],"to or at a more advanced point",1). c_DEF([ "further" ,1, 1, 4],"to or at a greater distance in time or space; farther",1). c_DEF([ "further" ,1, 2, 1],"additional; more",1). c_DEF([ "further" ,1, 2, 2],"more distant or remote in time or space; farther",1). c_DEF([ "further" ,1, 3, 1],"to assist the progress of; promote",1). c_DEF([ "furtherance",1,1,1 ], "the act of furthering; advancement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furtherance",1,1,2 ], "something that furthers or advances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furthermore",1,1,1 ], "in addition; moreover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furthermost",1,1,1 ], "most distant; furthest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furthest",1,1,1 ], "to the greatest degree or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furthest",1,1,2 ], "to or at the greatest distance in time or space; farthest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furthest",1,2,1 ], "most distant or remote in time or space; farthest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furtive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by stealth; sly and secretive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furuncle",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for boil ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furunculosis",1,1,1 ], "a skin condition characterized by the presence of multiple boils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fury",1,1,1 ], "violent or uncontrolled anger; wild rage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fury",1,1,2 ], "an outburst of such anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fury",1,1,3 ], "a person, esp| a woman, with a violent temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fury",1,1,4 ], "like fury| Informal| violently; furiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "furze",1,1,1 ], "another name for gorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fur|",1,1,1 ], "furlong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusain",1,1,1 ], "a fine charcoal pencil or stick made from the spindle tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusain",1,1,2 ], "a drawing done with such a pencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusain",1,1,3 ], "a dull black brittle form of carbon resembling charcoal, found in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusain",1,1,3 ], "coals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuscous",1,1,1 ], "of a brownish-grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse box",1,1,1 ], "a housing for electric fuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",1,1,1 ], "a lead containing an explosive (detonating fuse), used to fire an explosive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",1,1,1 ], "a lead of combustible black powder in a waterproof covering (safety fuse), or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",1,1,1 ], "charge" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",1,1,2 ], "any device by which an explosive charge is ignited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",1,2,1 ], "to provide or equip with such a fuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,1,1 ], "to unite or become united by melting, esp| by the action of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become liquid, esp| by the action of heat; melt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,1,3 ], "to join or become combined; integrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,2,1 ], "to equip (an electric circuit, plug, etc|) with a fuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,2,2 ], "to fail or cause to fail as a result of the blowing of a fuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,3,1,1 ], "a protective device for safeguarding electric circuits, etc|, containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,3,1,1 ], "wire that melts and breaks the circuit when the current exceeds a certain value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,3,1,2 ], "any device performing a similar function, such as a switch that automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuse",2,3,1,2 ], "breaks the circuit when the load is excessive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fusee",1,1,1 ], "(in early clocks and watches) a spirally grooved spindle, functioning as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusee",1,1,1 ], "equalizing force on the unwinding of the mainspring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fusee",1,1,2 ], "a friction match with a large head, capable of remaining alight in a wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusee",1,1,3 ], "an explosive fuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusel oil",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of amyl alcohols, propanol, and butanol: a by-product in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusel oil",1,1,1 ], "distillation of fermented liquors used as a source of amyl alcohols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuselage",1,1,1 ], "the main body of an aircraft, excluding the wings, tailplane, and fin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusible metal",1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys with low melting points that contain bismuth, lead, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusible metal",1,1,1 ], "tin| They are used as solders and in safety devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fusible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being fused or melted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusiform",1,1,1 ], "elongated and tapering at both ends; spindle-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusil",1,1,1 ], "a light flintlock musket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusil",2,1,1 ], "a charge shaped like a lengthened lozenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusil",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fusile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusile",1,1,1 ], "easily melted; fusible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusile",1,1,2 ], "formed by casting or melting; founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusilier",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an infantryman armed with a light musket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusilier",1,1,1,1 ], "a soldier, esp| a private, serving in any of certain British or other infantry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusilier",1,1,1,1 ], "regiments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fusilier",1,1,1,2 ], "the Royal Welsh Fusiliers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusillade",1,1,1 ], "a simultaneous or rapid continual discharge of firearms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusillade",1,1,2 ], "a sudden outburst, as of criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusillade",1,2,1 ], "to attack with a fusillade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion bomb",1,1,1 ], "a type of bomb in which most of the energy is provided by nuclear fusion, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion bomb",1,1,1 ], "the fusion of hydrogen isotopes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fusion reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor in which a thermonuclear fusion reaction takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of fusing or melting together; union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,2 ], "the state of being fused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,3 ], "something produced by fusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,4 ], "the merging of juxtaposed speech sounds, morphemes, or words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,5 ], "a coalition of political parties or other groups, esp| to support common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,5 ], "candidates at an election" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,6 ], "elements cannot be distinguished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fusion",1,1,6 ], "the combination of two or more perceptual elements in which the original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusionism",1,1,1 ], "the favouring of coalitions among political groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,1,1 ], "nervous activity or agitation, esp| when disproportionate or unnecessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,1,2 ], "complaint or objection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,1,3 ], "an exhibition of affection or admiration, esp| if excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,1,4 ], "a quarrel; dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,2,1 ], "to worry unnecessarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,3,1 ], "to be excessively concerned over trifles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by over) to show great or excessive concern," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,3,2 ], "affection, etc| (for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,4,1 ], "to quarrel violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuss",1,5,1 ], "to bother (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusspot",1,1,1 ], "a person who fusses unnecessarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fussy",1,1,1 ], "fussier, fussiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fussy",1,1,2 ], "inclined to fuss over minor points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fussy",1,1,3 ], "very particular about detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fussy",1,1,4 ], "characterized by overelaborate detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustanella",1,1,1 ], "a white knee-length pleated skirt worn by men in Greece and Albania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustian",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard-wearing fabric of cotton mixed with flax or wool with a slight nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustian",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustian",1,1,2 ], "pompous or pretentious talk or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustian",1,2,1 ], "cheap; worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustian",1,2,2 ], "pompous; bombastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustic",1,1,1 ], "a large tropical American moraceous tree, Chlorophora tinctoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustic",1,1,2 ], "the yellow dye obtained from the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustic",1,1,3 ], "European sumach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fustic",1,1,3 ], "any of various trees or shrubs that yield a similar dye, esp| Rhus cotinus , a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fustigate",1,1,1 ], "to beat; cudgel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusty",1,1,2 ], "smelling of damp or mould; musty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fusty",1,1,3 ], "old-fashioned in attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futhark",1,1,1 ], "a phonetic alphabet consisting of runes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futile",1,1,1 ], "having no effective result; unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futile",1,1,2 ], "pointless; unimportant; trifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futile",1,1,3 ], "inane or foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futilitarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the belief that human endeavour can serve no useful purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futilitarian",1,2,1 ], "one who holds this belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futility",1,1,1 ], "lack of effectiveness or success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futility",1,1,2 ], "lack of purpose or meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futility",1,1,3 ], "something futile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futtock plate",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal metal disc fixed at the top of a lower mast for holding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futtock plate",1,1,1 ], "futtock shrouds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "futtock shroud",1,1,1 ], "any of several metal rods serving as a brace between the futtock plate on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futtock shroud",1,1,1 ], "lower mast and the topmast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "futtock",1,1,1 ], "one of the ribs in the frame of a wooden vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future life",1,1,1 ], "a life after death; afterlife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future perfect",1,1,1 ], "by a certain time| In English this is formed with will have or shall have plus the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "future perfect",1,1,1 ], "denoting a tense of verbs describing an action that will have been performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future perfect",1,1,1 ], "past participle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "future perfect",1,2,1,1 ], "the future perfect tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future perfect",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,1 ], "the time yet to come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,2 ], "undetermined events that will occur in that time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,3 ], "the condition of a person or thing at a later date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,4 ], "likelihood of later improvement or advancement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,4,1 ], "a tense of verbs used when the action or event described is to occur after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,4,1 ], "time of utterance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,4,2 ], "a verb in this tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,1,5 ], "in future| from now on; henceforth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,2,1 ], "that is yet to come or be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,2,2 ], "of or expressing time yet to come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,2,3 ], "destined to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "future",1,2,4 ], "in or denoting the future as a tense of verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futures",1,1,1 ], "commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futures",1,1,1 ], "future date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "futurism",1,1,1 ], "aesthetic values with the characteristics of the machine age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "futurism",1,1,1 ], "an artistic movement that arose in Italy in 1909 to replace traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futuristic",1,1,1 ], "current or fashionable at some future time; ultramodern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "futuristic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to design, technology, etc|, that is thought likely to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futuristic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to futurism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futurity",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futurity",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being in the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futurity",1,1,3 ], "a future event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "futurology",1,1,1 ], "the study or prediction of the future of mankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fut|",1,1,1 ], "future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuze",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fuse'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of fusee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzz",1,1,1 ], "a mass or covering of fine or curly hairs, fibres, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzz",1,1,2 ], "a blur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzz",1,1,3 ], "(in pop music) a distortion of sound produced by adding overtones in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzz",1,1,3 ], "electronic device (fuzz box)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fuzz",1,2,1 ], "to make or become fuzzy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzz",1,2,2 ], "to make or become indistinct; blur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzz",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for police or policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzzy",1,1,1 ], "fuzzier, fuzziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzzy",1,1,2 ], "of, resembling, or covered with fuzz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzzy",1,1,3 ], "indistinct; unclear or distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzzy",1,1,4 ], "not clearly thought out or expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzzy",1,1,5 ], "(of the hair) tightly curled or very wavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzzy-wuzzy",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a Sudanese soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fuzzy-wuzzy",1,1,2 ], "a coloured fuzzy-haired native of any of certain areas of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fwd|",1,1,1 ], "forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fyke",1,1,1 ], "a fish trap consisting of a net suspended over a series of hoops, laid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fyke",1,1,1 ], "horizontally in the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "fylfot",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for swastika" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "fyrd",1,1,1 ], "the local militia of an Anglo-Saxon shire, in which all freemen had to serve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,1 ], "female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,2 ], "feminine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,3 ], "fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,4 ], "filly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,5 ], "folio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,6 ], "following (page)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,7 ], "franc(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|",1,1,8 ], "foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|a|",1,1,1 ], "freight agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|a|",1,1,2 ], "fanny adams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|a|q|",1,1,1 ], "fair average quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|c|",1,1,1 ], "follow copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|f|a|",1,1,1 ], "free from alongside (ship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|o|b|",1,1,1 ], "free on board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|o|r|",1,1,1 ], "free on rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|p|",1,1,1 ], "freezing point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|p|",1,1,2 ], "fine point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|p|s|",1,1,1 ], "feet per second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|p|s|",1,1,2 ], "foot-pound-second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|p|s|",1,1,3 ], "frames per second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|s|",1,1,1 ], "foot-second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|v|",1,1,1 ], "folio verso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|w|d|",1,1,1 ], "four-wheel drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "f|w|d|",1,1,2 ], "front-wheel drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "g",1,1,1 ], "gallon(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "g",1,1,1 ], "the seventh letter and fifth consonant of the modern English alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "g",1,1,2 ], "a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually either a voiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "g",1,1,2 ], "gram(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "g",1,1,2 ], "velar stop, as in grass, or a voiced palato-alveolar affricate, as in page" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "g",1,1,3 ], "acceleration of free fall (due to gravity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gab",1,1,1 ], "to talk excessively or idly, esp| about trivial matters; gossip; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gab",1,2,1 ], "idle or trivial talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gab",1,2,2 ], "gift of the gab| ability to speak effortlessly, glibly, or persuasively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gab",2,1,1 ], "a fork, prong, or toothed part that engages periodically with a slotted link" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gab",2,1,1 ], "or rod in a mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gabardine",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gaberdine (esp| sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabble",1,1,1 ], "to utter (words, etc|) rapidly and indistinctly; jabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabble",1,2,1 ], "(of geese and some other birds or animals) to utter rapid cackling noises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabble",1,3,1 ], "rapid and indistinct speech or noises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabbro",1,1,1 ], "a dark coarse-grained basic plutonic igneous rock consisting of plagioclase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabbro",1,1,1 ], "feldspar, pyroxene, and often olivine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gabby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabby",1,1,2 ], "inclined to chatter; talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabelle",1,1,1 ], "a salt tax levied until 1790" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaberdine",1,1,1 ], "a twill-weave worsted, cotton, or spun-rayon fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaberdine",1,1,2 ], "Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaberdine",1,1,2 ], "an ankle-length loose coat or frock worn by men, esp| by Jews, in the Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaberdine",1,1,3 ], "any of various other garments made of gaberdine, esp| a child's raincoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaberlunzie",1,1,1 ], "archaic or literary| a wandering beggar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabfest",1,1,1 ], "prolonged gossiping or conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabfest",1,1,2 ], "an informal gathering for conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabion",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical metal container filled with stones, used in the construction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabion",1,1,1 ], "underwater foundations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gabion",1,1,2 ], "a wickerwork basket filled with stones or earth, used (esp| formerly) as part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabion",1,1,2 ], "of a fortification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gabionade",1,1,1 ], "a row of gabions submerged in a waterway, stream, river, etc|, to control the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gabionade",1,1,1 ], "flow of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gabionade",1,1,2 ], "a fortification constructed of gabions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gable window",1,1,1 ], "a window positioned in a gable or having a small gable over it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gable",1,1,1 ], "(gable roof)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gable",1,1,1 ], "the triangular upper part of a wall between the sloping ends of a pitched roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gable",1,1,2 ], "a triangular ornamental feature in the form of a gable, esp| as used over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gable",1,1,2 ], "door or window" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gable",1,1,3 ], "the triangular wall on both ends of a gambrel roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gablet",1,1,1 ], "a small gable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaby",1,1,1 ], "a simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gad" ,2, 1, 1],"a short chisel-like instrument for breaking rock or coal from the face",1). c_DEF([ "gad" ,2, 1, 2],"a goad for driving cattle",1). c_DEF([ "gad" ,2, 1, 3],"a western U|S| word for spur ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "gad" ,2, 2, 1],"(tr|) Mining",1). c_DEF([ "gad" ,2, 2, 2],"to break up or loosen with a gad",1). c_DEF([ "gad",1,1,1 ], "to go out in search of pleasure, esp| in an aimless manner; gallivant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gad",1,2,1 ], "carefree adventure (esp| in the phrase on or upon the gad)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadabout",1,1,1 ], "a person who restlessly seeks amusement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadaea" ,1, 1, 1],"Gaia , or Ge (d#fi$:, gi$:) n| Greek myth",1). c_DEF([ "gadaea" ,1, 1, 2],"Titans",2). c_DEF([ "gadaea" ,1, 1, 2],"the goddess of the earth, who bore Uranus and by him Oceanus, Cronus and the",1). c_DEF([ "gadfly",1,1,1 ], "any of various large dipterous flies, esp| the horsefly, that annoy livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadfly",1,1,1 ], "by sucking their blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadfly",1,1,2 ], "a constantly irritating or harassing person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadget",1,1,1 ], "a small mechanical device or appliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadget",1,1,2 ], "any object that is interesting for its ingenuity or novelty rather than for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadget",1,1,2 ], "its practical use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadgeteer",1,1,1 ], "a person who delights in gadgetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadgetry",1,1,1 ], "gadgets collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadgetry",1,1,2 ], "use of or preoccupation with gadgets and their design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadid",1,1,1 ], "any marine teleost fish of the family Gadidae, which includes the cod," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadid",1,1,1 ], "haddock, whiting, and pollack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Gadidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadoid",1,1,1 ], "cycloid scales| The group includes gadish fishes and hake" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gadoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Anacanthini, an order of marine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadoid",1,1,1 ], "soft-finned fishes typically having the pectoral and pelvic fins close together and small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadoid",1,2,1 ], "any gadoid fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadolinite",1,1,1 ], "a rare brown or black mineral consisting of a silicate of iron, beryllium, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadolinite",1,1,1 ], "yttrium in monoclinic crystalline form| Formula: 2BeO|FeO|Y2O3|2SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadolinium",1,1,1 ], "a ductile malleable silvery-white ferromagnetic element of the lanthanide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadolinium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: 3000 degrees C (approx|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gadolinium",1,1,1 ], "no|: 64; atomic wt|: 157|25; valency: 3; relative density: 7|898; melting pt|: 1312" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gadolinium",1,1,1 ], "series of metals: occurs principally in monazite and bastnaesite| Symbol: Gd; atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadroon",1,1,1 ], "a moulding composed of a series of convex flutes and curves joined to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadroon",1,1,1 ], "decorative pattern, used esp| as an edge to silver articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadroon",1,1,2 ], "a carved ornamental moulding having a convex cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadwall",1,1,1 ], "a duck, Anas strepera, related to the mallard| The male has a grey body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gadwall",1,1,1 ], "black tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gadzooks",1,1,1 ], "a mild oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",1,1,1 ], "a stiff pole with a stout prong or hook attached for landing large fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",1,1,2 ], "a boom hoisted aft of a mast to support a gaffsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",1,1,3 ], "a metal spur fixed to the leg of a gamecock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",1,2,1 ], "to hook or land (a fish) with a gaff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",1,3,1 ], "to cheat; hoax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",2,1,1 ], "foolish talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",2,1,2 ], "blow the gaff| Brit| slang| to divulge a secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",2,1,3 ], "stand the gaff| Slang, chiefly U|S| to endure ridicule, difficulties, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",3,1,1 ], "slang, archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",3,1,2 ], "a person's home, esp| a flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",3,1,3 ], "a cheap or low-class place of entertainment, esp| a cheap theatre or music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff",3,1,3 ], "hall in Victorian England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaff-rigged",1,1,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) rigged with one or more gaffsails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaff-topsail",1,1,1 ], "a sail set above a gaffsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaffe",1,1,1 ], "a social blunder, esp| a tactless remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaffer",1,1,1 ], "an old man, esp| one living in the country: often used affectionately or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaffer",1,1,1 ], "patronizingly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaffer",1,1,2 ], "a boss, foreman, or owner of a factory, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaffer",1,1,3 ], "the senior electrician on a television or film set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaffsail",1,1,1 ], "a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail on a sailing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag rule",1,1,1 ], "any closure regulation adopted by a deliberative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag" ,2, 1, 1],"a joke or humorous story, esp| one told by a professional comedian",1). c_DEF([ "gag" ,2, 1, 2],"a hoax, practical joke, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "gag" ,2, 2, 1],"(intr|) to tell jokes or funny stories, as comedians in nightclubs, etc",1). c_DEF([ "gag" ,2, 2, 2, 1],"and improvised",2). c_DEF([ "gag" ,2, 2, 2, 1],"to interpolate lines or business not in the actor's stage part, usually comic",1). c_DEF([ "gag" ,2, 2, 2, 2],"to perform a stage jest, either spoken or based on movement",1). c_DEF([ "gag" ,2, 2, 2],"(often foll| by up) Theatre",1). c_DEF([ "gag",1,1,1 ], "him from speaking or crying out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,1,1 ], "to stop up (a person's mouth), esp| with a piece of cloth, etc|, to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,2,1 ], "to suppress or censor (free expression, information, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,2,2 ], "to retch or cause to retch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,3,1 ], "to struggle for breath; choke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,4,1 ], "to hold (the jaws) of (a person or animal) apart with a surgical gag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,5,1 ], "to apply a gag-bit to (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,6,1 ], "a piece of cloth, rope, etc|, stuffed into or tied across the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,6,2 ], "any restraint on or suppression of information, free speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,6,3 ], "a surgical device for keeping the jaws apart, as during a tonsillectomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag",1,6,4 ], "another word for closure ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gag-bit",1,1,1 ], "a powerful type of bit used in breaking horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaga",1,1,1 ], "senile; doting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaga",1,1,2 ], "slightly crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gage",1,1,1 ], "pledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gage",1,1,1 ], "something deposited as security against the fulfilment of an obligation;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gage",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a glove or other object thrown down to indicate a challenge to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gage",1,1,2 ], "combat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gage",1,2,1 ], "to stake, pledge, or wager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gage",2,1,1 ], "short for greengage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gage",3,1,1 ], "marijuana or a marijuana cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gage",4,2,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| in technical senses) of gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gager",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gauger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gagger",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that gags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gagger",1,1,2 ], "a wedge for a core in a casting mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaggle",1,1,1 ], "(of geese) to cackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaggle",1,2,1 ], "a flock of geese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaggle",1,2,2 ], "a disorderly group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaggle",1,2,3 ], "a gabbling or cackling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gahnite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: ZnAl2O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gahnite",1,1,1 ], "a dark green mineral of the spinel group consisting of zinc aluminium oxide|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaiety",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaiety",1,1,2 ], "festivity; merrymaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaiety",1,1,3 ], "colourful bright appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaillardia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the North American genus Gaillardia, having ornamental flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaillardia",1,1,1 ], "heads with yellow or red rays and purple discs: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaily",1,1,1 ], "in a gay manner; merrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaily",1,1,2 ], "with bright colours; showily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,1,1 ], "to acquire (something desirable); obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,2,1 ], "to win in competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,2,2 ], "to increase, improve, or advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,3,1 ], "to earn (a wage, living, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,4,1,1 ], "to get nearer (to) or catch up (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,4,1,2 ], "to get farther away (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,5,1 ], "(esp| of ships) to get to; reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,5,2 ], "(of a timepiece) to operate too fast, so as to indicate a time ahead of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,5,2 ], "true time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,5,3 ], "gain ground| to make progress or obtain an advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,5,4 ], "gain time| to obtain extra time by a delay or postponement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,6,1 ], "something won, acquired, earned, etc|; profit; advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,6,2 ], "an increase in size, amount, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,6,3 ], "the act of gaining; attainment; acquisition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,6,4 ], "the ratio of the output power of an amplifier to the power fed into it," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",1,6,4 ], "usually measured in decibels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gain",2,1,1 ], "a notch, mortise, or groove, esp| one cut to take the flap of a butt hinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gain",2,2,1 ], "to cut a gain or gains in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that gains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainer",1,1,2 ], "a type of dive in which the diver leaves the board facing forward and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainer",1,1,2 ], "completes a full backward somersault to enter the water feet first with his back to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gainer",1,1,2 ], "diving board" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gainful",1,1,1 ], "profitable; lucrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainings",1,1,1 ], "profits or earnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainly",1,1,1 ], "graceful or well-formed; shapely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainly",1,2,1 ], "conveniently or suitably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gains",1,1,1 ], "profits or winnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainsay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic or literary| to deny (an allegation, statement, etc|);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gainsay",1,1,1 ], "contradict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gait",1,1,1 ], "as the walk, trot, canter, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gait",1,1,1 ], "manner of walking or running, esp| the manner in which a horse walks or runs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gait",1,2,1 ], "to teach (a horse) a particular gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaiter",1,1,1 ], "a cloth or leather covering for the leg or ankle buttoned on one side and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaiter",1,1,1 ], "usually strapped under the foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaiter",1,1,2 ], "a similar covering extending from the ankle to the instep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gal",1,1,1 ], "a girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gal",1,1,1 ], "a group of people having a common interest, esp| a coterie of undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gal",1,1,1 ], "gallon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gal",1,1,1 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gal",1,1,2 ], "an unpleasant situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gal",2,1,1 ], "a unit of acceleration equal to 1 centimetre per second per second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gala",1,1,1,1 ], "a celebration; festive occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gala",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gala",1,1,2 ], "a sporting occasion involving competitions in several events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactagogue",1,1,1 ], "inducing milk secretion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactagogue",1,2,1 ], "a galactagogue agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactic equator",1,1,1 ], "the great circle on the celestial sphere containing the galactic plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactic plane",1,1,1 ], "the plane passing through the spiral arms of the Galaxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactic poles",1,1,1 ], "that can be joined by an imaginary line perpendicular to the galactic plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galactic poles",1,1,1 ], "the two points on the celestial sphere, diametrically opposite each other," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a galaxy, esp| the Galaxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galacto-",1,1,1 ], "milk or milky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument, similar to a hydrometer, for measuring the relative density of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactometer",1,1,1 ], "milk| It is used to determine the fat content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galactopoietic",1,1,1 ], "inducing or increasing the secretion of milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactopoietic",1,2,1 ], "a galactopoietic agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galactose",1,1,1 ], "a white water-soluble monosaccharide found in lactose| Formula: C6H12O6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galago",1,1,1 ], "another name for bushbaby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galah",1,1,1 ], "an Australian cockatoo, Kakatoe roseicapilla, having grey wings, back, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galah",1,1,1 ], "crest and a pink body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galah",1,1,2 ], "a fool or simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galangal",1,1,1 ], "another name for galingale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galangal",1,1,2 ], "a zingiberaceous plant, Alpinia officinarum, of China and the East Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galangal",1,1,3 ], "medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galangal",1,1,3 ], "the pungent aromatic root of this plant, dried and used as a seasoning and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galantine",1,1,1 ], "a cold dish of meat or poultry, which is boned, cooked, stuffed, then pressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galantine",1,1,1 ], "into a neat shape and glazed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galanty show",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a pantomime shadow play, esp| one in miniature using figures cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galanty show",1,1,1 ], "from paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galatea",1,1,1 ], "a strong twill-weave cotton fabric, striped or plain, for clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galaxy",1,1,1 ], "any of a vast number of star systems held together by gravitational attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galaxy",1,1,1 ], "in an asymmetric shape (an irregular galaxy) or, more usually, in a symmetrical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galaxy",1,1,1 ], "island universe, extragalactic nebula" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "galaxy",1,1,1 ], "shape (a regular galaxy), which is either a spiral or an ellipse| Former names:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "galaxy",1,1,2 ], "a splendid gathering, esp| one of famous or distinguished people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galbanum",1,1,1 ], "a bitter aromatic gum resin extracted from any of several Asian umbelliferous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galbanum",1,1,1 ], "as a counterirritant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "galbanum",1,1,1 ], "plants of the genus Ferula, esp| F| galbaniflua, and used in incense and medicinally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gale",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind, specifically one of force seven to ten on the Beaufort scale or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gale",1,1,1 ], "from 45 to 90 kilometres per hour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gale",1,1,2 ], "a loud outburst, esp| of laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gale",1,1,3 ], "a gentle breeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gale",2,1,1 ], "short for sweet gale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galea",1,1,1 ], "a part or organ shaped like a helmet or hood, such as the petals of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galea",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galena",1,1,1 ], "a soft heavy bluish-grey or black mineral consisting of lead sulphide in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galena",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form, found principally in ore veins: the chief source of lead| Formula: PbS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galenical",1,1,1 ], "any drug obtained from plant or animal tissue, esp| vegetables, rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galenical",1,1,1 ], "being chemically synthesized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galenical",1,2,1 ], "denoting or belonging to this group of drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galilee",1,1,1 ], "England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galilee",1,1,1 ], "a porch or chapel at the entrance to some medieval churches and cathedrals in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galimatias",1,1,1 ], "confused talk; gibberish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galingale",1,1,1 ], "a European cyperaceous plant, Cyperus longus, with rough-edged leaves, reddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galingale",1,1,1 ], "spikelets of flowers, and aromatic roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galiot",1,1,1 ], "a small swift galley formerly sailed on the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galiot",1,1,2 ], "Netherlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galiot",1,1,2 ], "a shallow-draught ketch formerly used along the coasts of Germany and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galipot",1,1,1 ], "a resin obtained from several species of pine, esp| from the S European Pinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galipot",1,1,1 ], "pinaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gall bladder",1,1,1 ], "a muscular sac, attached to the right lobe of the liver, that stores bile and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall bladder",1,1,1 ], "ejects it into the duodenum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gall midge",1,1,1 ], "any of various small fragile mosquito-like dipterous flies constituting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall midge",1,1,1 ], "on plants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gall midge",1,1,1 ], "widely distributed family Cecidomyidae, many of which have larvae that produce galls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gall wasp",1,1,1 ], "any small solitary wasp of the family Cynipidae and related families that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall wasp",1,1,1 ], "produces galls in plant tissue, which provide shelter and food for the larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gall",1,1,1 ], "impudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",1,1,2 ], "bitterness; rancour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",1,1,3 ], "something bitter or disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete term for bile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete term for gall bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",2,1,1 ], "a sore on the skin caused by chafing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",2,1,2 ], "something that causes vexation or annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",2,1,3 ], "irritation; exasperation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",2,2,1 ], "to abrade (the skin, etc|) as by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",2,3,1 ], "to irritate or annoy; vex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",3,1,1 ], "an abnormal outgrowth in plant tissue caused by certain parasitic insects," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall",3,1,1 ], "fungi, bacteria, or mechanical injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallant soldier",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gallant soldier",1,1,1 ], "a South American plant, Galinsoga parviflora, widely distributed as a weed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant soldier",1,1,1 ], "having small daisy-like flowers surrounded by silvery scales: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,1,1 ], "brave and high-spirited; courageous and honourable; dashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,1,2 ], "(g@@!lnt, !gl@t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,1,3 ], "(of a man) attentive to women; chivalrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,1,4 ], "imposing; dignified; stately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,1,5 ], "showy in dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,2,1 ], "a woman's lover or suitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,2,2 ], "a dashing or fashionable young man, esp| one who pursues women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,2,3 ], "a brave, high-spirited, or adventurous man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,3,1 ], "(g@@!lnt, !gl@t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by with) to court or flirt (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallant",1,4,1 ], "to attend or escort (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallantry",1,1,1 ], "conspicuous courage, esp| in war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallantry",1,1,2 ], "polite attentiveness to women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallantry",1,1,3 ], "a gallant action, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galleass",1,1,1 ], "a three-masted lateen-rigged galley used as a warship in the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galleass",1,1,1 ], "from the 15th to the 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galleon",1,1,1 ], "a large sailing ship having three or more masts, lateen-rigged on the after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galleon",1,1,1 ], "from the 15th to the 18th centuries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "galleon",1,1,1 ], "masts and square-rigged on the foremast and mainmast, used as a warship or trader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallery forest",1,1,1 ], "a stretch of forest along a river in an area of otherwise open country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,1 ], "a covered passageway open on one side or on both sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,1,1 ], "a balcony running along or around the inside wall of a church, hall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,1,1 ], "an upper floor that projects from the rear over the main floor and contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,1,1 ], "the cheapest seats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,1,2 ], "a covered balcony, sometimes with columns on the outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,1,2 ], "the seats there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,1,3 ], "the audience seated there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,10 ], "play to the gallery| to try to gain popular favour, esp| by crude appeals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,2 ], "a long narrow room, esp| one used for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,3 ], "a room or building for exhibiting works of art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,4 ], "a building or room where articles are sold at auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,5 ], "an underground passage, as in a mine, the burrow of an animal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,6 ], "a narrow raised platform at the side or along the back of the stage for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,6 ], "use of technicians and stagehands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,7 ], "a balcony or platform at the quarter or stern of a ship, sometimes used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,7 ], "gun emplacement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,8 ], "a small ornamental metal or wooden balustrade or railing on a piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,8 ], "furniture, esp| one surrounding the top of a desk, table, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallery",1,1,9 ], "any group of spectators, as at a golf match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley proof",1,1,1 ], "a printer's proof, esp| one taken on a long strip of paper from type in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley proof",1,1,1 ], "galley, used to make corrections before the matter has been split into pages| Often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galley proof",1,1,1 ], "shortened to galley" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "galley slave",1,1,1 ], "a criminal or slave condemned to row in a galley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley slave",1,1,2 ], "a drudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley",1,1,1 ], "any of various kinds of ship propelled by oars or sails used in ancient or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley",1,1,1 ], "medieval times as a warship or as a trader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galley",1,1,2 ], "the kitchen of a ship, boat, or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley",1,1,3 ], "any of various long rowing boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley",1,1,3,1 ], "(in hot-metal composition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley",1,1,4 ], "a tray open at one end for holding composed type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley",1,1,4,2 ], "short for galley proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galley-west",1,1,1 ], "galley-west)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galley-west",1,1,1 ], "into confusion, inaction, or unconsciousness (esp| in the phrase knock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallfly",1,1,1 ], "any of several small insects that produce galls in plant tissues, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallfly",1,1,1 ], "gall wasp and gall midge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galliambic",1,1,1 ], "Callimachus and Catullus and imitated by Tennyson in Boadicea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galliambic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a metre consisting of four lesser Ionics, used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galliambic",1,2,1 ], "a verse in this metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galliard",1,1,1 ], "a spirited dance in triple time for two persons, popular in the 16th and 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galliard",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galliard",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galliard",1,2,1 ], "lively; spirited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H2(OH)3COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gallic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline compound obtained from tannin: used as a tanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallic acid",1,1,1 ], "agent and in making inks, paper, and pyrogallol; 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing gallium in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallic",2,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from plant galls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galligaskins",1,1,1 ], "loose wide breeches or hose, esp| as worn by men in the 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galligaskins",1,1,2 ], "leather leggings, as worn in the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallimaufry",1,1,1 ], "a jumble; hotchpotch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallinacean",1,1,1 ], "any gallinaceous bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallinaceous",1,1,1 ], "domestic fowl, pheasants, grouse, etc|, having a heavy rounded body, short bill, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallinaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Galliformes, an order of birds, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallinaceous",1,1,1 ], "strong legs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gallinaceous",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galling",1,1,1 ], "irritating, exasperating, or bitterly humiliating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galling",1,1,2 ], "rubbing painfully; chafing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallinule",1,1,1 ], "(rails)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gallinule",1,1,1 ], "any of various aquatic birds of the genera Porphyrio and Porphyrula, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallinule",1,1,1 ], "having a dark plumage, red bill, and a red shield above the bill: family Rallidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallinule",1,1,2 ], "common gallinule| the U|S| name for moorhen ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galliot",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of galiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallipot",1,1,1 ], "a small earthenware pot used by pharmacists as a container for ointments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallipot",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of galipot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallium",1,1,1 ], "2 or 3; relative density: 5|91; melting pt|: 29|78 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2403" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gallium",1,1,1 ], "a silvery metallic element that is liquid for a wide temperature range| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "gallium",1,1,1 ], "occurs in trace amounts in some ores and is used in high-temperature thermometers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallium",1,1,1 ], "semiconductors, and low-melting alloys| Symbol: Ga; atomic no|: 31; atomic wt|: 69|72; valency:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gallivant",1,1,1 ], "to go about in search of pleasure, etc| gad about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galliwasp",1,1,1 ], "any lizard of the Central American genus Diploglossus, esp| D| monotropis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galliwasp",1,1,1 ], "the West Indies: family Anguidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallnut",1,1,1 ], "a type of plant gall that resembles a nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galloglass",1,1,1 ], "any heavily armed military retainer of a chieftain in a Celtic country, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galloglass",1,1,1 ], "in Ireland from the 14th to the 16th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallon",1,1,1 ], "a unit of capacity equal to 277|42 cubic inches| 1 Brit| gallon is equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallon",1,1,1 ], "to 1|20 U|S| gallons or 4|55 litres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallon",1,1,2 ], "0|83 Brit| gallon or 3|79 litres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallon",1,1,2 ], "a unit of capacity equal to 231 cubic inches| 1 U|S| gallon is equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallonage",1,1,1 ], "a capacity measured in gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallonage",1,1,2 ], "the rate of pumping, transmission, or consumption of a fluid in gallons per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallonage",1,1,2 ], "unit of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galloon",1,1,1 ], "a narrow band of cord, embroidery, silver or gold braid, etc|, used on clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galloon",1,1,1 ], "and furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galloot",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of galoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallop",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse or other quadruped) to run fast with a two-beat stride in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallop",1,1,1 ], "all four legs are off the ground at once" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallop",1,1,2 ], "to ride (a horse, etc|) at a gallop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallop",1,2,1 ], "to move, read, talk, etc|, rapidly; hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallop",1,3,1 ], "the fast two-beat gait of horses and other quadrupeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallop",1,3,2 ], "an instance of galloping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallopade",1,1,1 ], "another word for galop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galloping",1,1,1 ], "progressing at or as if at a gallop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing gallium in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallows bird",1,1,1 ], "a person considered deserving of hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallows humour",1,1,1 ], "sinister and ironic humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallows tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for gallows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallows",1,1,1 ], "a wooden structure usually consisting of two upright posts with a crossbeam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallows",1,1,1 ], "from which a rope is suspended, used for hanging criminals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallows",1,1,2 ], "any timber structure resembling this, such as (in Australia) a frame for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallows",1,1,2 ], "hoisting up the bodies of slaughtered cattle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gallows",1,1,3 ], "the gallows| execution by hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallstone",1,1,1 ], "a small hard concretion of cholesterol, bile pigments, and lime salts, formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gallstone",1,1,1 ], "in the gall bladder or its ducts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galluses",1,1,1 ], "braces for trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gall|",1,1,1 ], "gallon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galoot",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy or uncouth person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galop",1,1,1 ], "a 19th-century couple dance in quick duple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galop",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galore",1,1,1 ], "in great numbers or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galoshes",1,1,1 ], "a pair of waterproof overshoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galumph",1,1,1 ], "to leap or move about clumsily or joyfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanic pile",1,1,1 ], "another name for voltaic pile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanic",1,1,1 ], "of, producing, or concerned with an electric current, esp| a direct current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanic",1,1,1 ], "produced chemically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galvanic",1,1,2 ], "energetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galvanic",1,1,2 ], "resembling the effect of an electric shock; convulsive, startling, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanism",1,1,1 ], "electricity, esp| when produced by chemical means as in a cell or battery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanism",1,1,2 ], "treatment involving the application of electric currents to tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanize",1,1,1 ], "to stimulate to action; excite; startle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanize",1,1,2 ], "molten zinc or by electrodeposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galvanize",1,1,2 ], "to cover (iron, steel, etc|) with a protective zinc coating by dipping into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanize",1,1,3 ], "to stimulate by application of an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanize",1,2,1 ], "galvanized iron, usually in the form of corrugated sheets as used in roofing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvano-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a galvanic current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanometer",1,1,1 ], "any sensitive instrument for detecting or measuring small electric currents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanoscope",1,1,1 ], "a galvanometer that depends for its action on the deflection of a magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvanoscope",1,1,1 ], "needle in a magnetic field produced by the electric current that is to be detected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galvanotropism",1,1,1 ], "electrical stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "galvanotropism",1,1,1 ], "the directional growth of an organism, esp| a plant, in response to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galvo",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a galvanometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galv|",1,1,1 ], "galvanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galv|",1,1,2 ], "galvanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galyak",1,1,1 ], "a smooth glossy fur obtained from the skins of newborn or premature lambs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "galyak",1,1,1 ], "kids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gam" ,1, 1, 1],"a school of whales",1). c_DEF([ "gam" ,1, 1, 2],"an informal visit between crew members of whalers",1). c_DEF([ "gam" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) (of whales) to form a school",1). c_DEF([ "gam" ,1, 2, 2],"(of members of the crews of whalers) to visit (each other) informally",1). c_DEF([ "gam" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) U|S| informal",1). c_DEF([ "gam" ,1, 2, 4],"to visit or exchange visits with",1). c_DEF([ "gam",2,1,1 ], "a leg, esp| a woman's shapely leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gama grass",1,1,1 ], "a tall perennial grass, Tripsacum dactyloides, of SE North America: cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gama grass",1,1,1 ], "for fodder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamba stop",1,1,1 ], "an organ stop with a tone resembling that of stringed instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamba",1,1,1 ], "short for viola da gamba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambado",1,1,1 ], "either of two leather holders for the feet attached to a horse's saddle like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambado",1,1,1 ], "stirrups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gambado",1,1,2 ], "either of a pair of leggings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambado",2,1,1 ], "another word for curvet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambado",2,1,2 ], "a leap or gambol; caper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambeson",1,1,1 ], "a quilted and padded or stuffed leather or cloth garment worn under chain mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambeson",1,1,1 ], "in the Middle Ages and later as a doublet by men and women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gambier",1,1,1 ], "an astringent resinous substance obtained from a rubiaceous tropical Asian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambier",1,1,1 ], "and in tanning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gambier",1,1,1 ], "woody climbing plant, Uncaria gambir (or U| gambier): used as an astringent and tonic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gambit",1,1,1 ], "an advantageous position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gambit",1,1,1 ], "an opening move in which a chessman, usually a pawn, is sacrificed to secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambit",1,1,2 ], "an opening comment, manoeuvre, etc|, intended to secure an advantage or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambit",1,1,2 ], "promote a point of view" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamble",1,1,1 ], "to play games of chance to win money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamble",1,1,2 ], "to risk or bet (money, etc|) on the outcome of an event, sport, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamble",1,2,1 ], "to act with the expectation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamble",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by away) to lose by or as if by betting; squander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamble",1,3,1 ], "a risky act or venture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamble",1,3,2 ], "a bet, wager, or other risk or chance taken for possible monetary gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamboge",1,1,1,1 ], "a gum resin used as the source of a yellow pigment and as a purgative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamboge",1,1,1,2 ], "the pigment made from this resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamboge",1,1,2 ], "G| hanburyi, that yield this resin: family Guttiferae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamboge",1,1,2 ], "gamboge tree| any of several tropical Asian trees of the genus Garcinia, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamboge",1,1,3 ], "a strong yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambol",1,1,1 ], "to skip or jump about in a playful manner; frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambol",1,2,1 ], "a playful antic; frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambrel roof",1,1,1 ], "a hipped roof having a small gable at both ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambrel roof",1,1,2 ], "a roof having two slopes on both sides, the lower slopes being steeper than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambrel roof",1,1,2 ], "the upper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gambrel",1,1,1 ], "the hock of a horse or similar animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambrel",1,1,2 ], "a frame of wood or metal shaped like a horse's hind leg, used by butchers for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gambrel",1,1,2 ], "suspending carcasses of meat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gambrel",1,1,3 ], "short for gambrel roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game bird",1,1,1 ], "a bird of any species hunted as game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game chips",1,1,1 ], "round thin potato chips served with game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game fish",1,1,1 ], "any fish providing sport for the angler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game fowl",1,1,1 ], "any of several breeds of domestic fowl reared for cock-fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game laws",1,1,1 ], "laws governing the hunting and preservation of game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game point",1,1,1 ], "a point that would enable one player or side to win a game|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game warden",1,1,1 ], "a person who looks after game, as in a game reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,1 ], "an amusement or pastime; diversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,10 ], "the flesh of such animals, used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,11 ], "an object of pursuit; quarry; prey (esp| in the phrase fair game)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,12 ], "work or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,13 ], "a trick, strategy, or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,14 ], "pluck or courage; bravery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,15 ], "prostitution (esp| in the phrase on the game)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,16 ], "give the game away| to reveal one's intentions or a secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,17 ], "make game of| to make fun of; ridicule; mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,18 ], "on one's game| playing well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,19 ], "(or badly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,2 ], "a contest with rules, the result being determined by skill, strength, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,2 ], "chance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,20 ], "play the game| Informal| to behave fairly or in accordance with rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,21 ], "the game is up| there is no longer a chance of success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,3 ], "a single period of play in such a contest, sport, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,4 ], "the score needed to win a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,5 ], "a single contest in a series; match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,6 ], "equipment needed for playing certain games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,7 ], "style or ability in playing a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,8 ], "a scheme, proceeding, etc|, practised like a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,9 ], "an activity undertaken in a spirit of levity; joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,9,1 ], "wild animals, including birds and fish, hunted for sport, food, or profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,2,1 ], "full of fighting spirit; plucky; brave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,2,3 ], "prepared or ready; willing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",1,3,1 ], "to play games of chance for money, stakes, etc|; gamble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "game",2,1,1 ], "a less common word for lame (esp| in the phrase game leg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamecock",1,1,1 ], "a cock bred and trained for fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamekeeper",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to take care of game and wildlife, as on an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamelan",1,1,1 ], "a type of percussion orchestra common in the East Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamely",1,1,1 ], "in a brave or sporting manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gameness",1,1,1 ], "courage or bravery; pluck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "games theory",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical theory concerned with the optimum choice of strategy in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "games theory",1,1,1 ], "situations involving a conflict of interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamesmanship",1,1,1 ], "the art of winning games or defeating opponents by clever or cunning practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamesmanship",1,1,1 ], "without actually cheating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamesome",1,1,1 ], "full of merriment; sportive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamester",1,1,1 ], "a person who habitually plays games for money; gambler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gametangium",1,1,1 ], "an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamete",1,1,1 ], "a haploid reproductive cell, such as a spermatozoon or ovum, that can undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamete",1,1,1 ], "fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gameto-",1,1,1 ], "gamete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gametocyte",1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant cell that develops into gametes by meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gametogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation and maturation of gametes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gametophore",1,1,1 ], "the part of a plant that bears the reproductive organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gametophyte",1,1,1 ], "the gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gametophyte",1,1,1 ], "the plant body, in species showing alternation of generations, that produces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of reproduction) requiring the fusion of gametes sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamin",1,1,1 ], "a street urchin; waif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamine",1,1,1 ], "a slim and boyish girl or young woman; an elfish tomboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaming",1,1,1,1 ], "gambling on games of chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaming",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma distribution",1,1,1 ], "a continuous two-parameter distribution from which the chi-square and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma distribution",1,1,1 ], "exponential distributions are derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma globulin",1,1,1 ], "antibodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma globulin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of proteins in blood plasma that includes most known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma iron",1,1,1 ], "1400 degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma iron",1,1,1 ], "an allotrope of iron that is nonmagnetic and exists between 910 degrees C and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma radiation",1,1,1 ], "3 X 10'1'9 hertz" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gamma radiation",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation of shorter wavelength and higher energy than x-rays," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma radiation",1,1,1 ], "esp| the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with a frequency greater than about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma rays",1,1,1 ], "streams of gamma radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,1 ], "as g|When double, it is transcribed and pronounced as ng" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,1 ], "the third letter in the Greek alphabet (#GL, #Gl), a consonant, transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,2 ], "the third highest grade or mark, as in an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,3 ], "a unit of magnetic field strength equal to 10'-'5 oersted| 1 gamma is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,3 ], "equivalent to 0|795,775 X 10'-'3 ampere per metre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,4 ], "emulsion; a measure of the contrast reproduced in a photographic image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,4 ], "the numerical value of the slope of the characteristic curve of a photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,4,1 ], "involving or relating to photons of very high energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,4,2 ], "relating to one of two or more allotropes or crystal structures of a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,4,3 ], "in which a group is attached to the carbon atom next but one to the atom to which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,4,3 ], "relating to one of two or more isomeric forms of a chemical compound, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamma",1,1,4,3 ], "the principal group is attached" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gammadion",1,1,1 ], "a decorative figure composed of a number of Greek capital gammas, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammadion",1,1,1 ], "radiating from a centre, as in a swastika" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gammer",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for an old woman: now chiefly humorous or contemptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",1,1,1 ], "the game of backgammon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",1,1,2 ], "a double victory in backgammon in which one player throws off all his pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",1,1,2 ], "before his opponent throws any" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",1,2,1 ], "to score such a victory over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",2,1,1 ], "a cured or smoked ham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",2,1,2 ], "rashers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",2,1,2 ], "the hindquarter of a side of bacon, cooked either whole or cut into large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",3,1,1 ], "deceitful nonsense; humbug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",3,2,1 ], "to deceive (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammon",4,1,1 ], "to fix (a bowsprit) to the stemhead of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammy",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the leg) malfunctioning, injured, or lame game|U|S| equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gammy",1,1,2 ], "gimpy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating sexual union or reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamo-",1,1,2 ], "united or fused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamogenesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for sexual reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamopetalous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having petals that are united or partly united, as the primrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamophyllous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having united leaves or perianth segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamosepalous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having sepals that are united or partly united, as the primrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamp",1,1,1 ], "an umbrella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamut",1,1,1 ], "entire range or scale, as of emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamut",1,1,1,1 ], "a scale, esp| (in medieval theory) one starting on the G on the bottom line of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamut",1,1,1,1 ], "the bass staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gamut",1,1,1,2 ], "the whole range of notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamy",1,1,1 ], "gamier, gamiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamy",1,1,2 ], "having the smell or flavour of game, esp| high game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gamy",1,1,3 ], "spirited; plucky; brave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gan",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gan",2,1,1 ], "(intr|) Northeast English dialect| to go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gander",1,1,1 ], "a male goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gander",1,1,2 ], "a quick look (esp| in the phrase take a gander)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gander",1,1,3 ], "a simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gandy dancer",1,1,1 ], "a railway track maintenance worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganef" ,1, 1, 1],"gonif, or gonofn| U|S| slang",1). c_DEF([ "ganef" ,1, 1, 2],"an unscrupulous opportunist who stoops to sharp practice",1). c_DEF([ "gang plough",1,1,1 ], "a plough having two or more shares, coulters, and mouldboards designed to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang plough",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gang saw",1,1,1 ], "a saw having several parallel blades making simultaneous cuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang up",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on or against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang up",1,1,2 ], "to combine in a group (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,1,1 ], "a group of people who associate together or act as an organized body, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,1,1 ], "criminal or illegal purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,1,2 ], "an organized group of workmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,1,3 ], "a herd of buffalos or elks or a pack of wild dogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,1,3,1 ], "a series of similar tools arranged to work simultaneously in parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,2,1 ], "to form into, become part of, or act as a gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,3,1 ], "shaft, permitting adjustment by a single control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gang",1,3,1 ], "to mount (two or more components, such as variable capacitors) on the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gang",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gangue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangbang",1,1,1 ], "an instance of sexual intercourse between one woman and several men one after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangbang",1,1,1 ], "the other, esp| against her will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gangbang",1,2,1 ], "to force (a woman) to take part in a gangbang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangbang",1,3,1 ], "to take part in a gangbang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganger",1,1,1 ], "the foreman of a gang of labourers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangland",1,1,1 ], "the criminal underworld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangling",1,1,1 ], "tall, lanky, and awkward in movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganglion",1,1,1 ], "an encapsulated collection of nerve-cell bodies, usually located outside the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganglion",1,1,1 ], "brain and spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ganglion",1,1,2 ], "any concentration or centre of energy, activity, or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganglion",1,1,3 ], "a cystic tumour on a tendon sheath or joint capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangplank",1,1,1 ], "a portable bridge for boarding and leaving a vessel at dockside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangrel",1,1,1 ], "archaic or literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangrel",1,1,2 ], "a wandering beggar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangrel",1,1,3 ], "a child just able to walk; toddler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangrene",1,1,1 ], "death and decay of tissue as the result of interrupted blood supply, disease," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangrene",1,1,1 ], "or injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gangrene",1,1,2 ], "moral decay or corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangster",1,1,1 ], "a member of an organized gang of criminals, esp| one who resorts to violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangue",1,1,1 ], "ore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gangue",1,1,1 ], "valueless and undesirable material, such as quartz in small quantities, in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangway",1,1,1 ], "a ramp for logs leading into a sawmill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangway",1,1,2 ], "another word for gangplank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangway",1,1,3 ], "an aisle between rows of seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangway",1,1,4 ], "a main passage in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangway",1,1,5 ], "temporary planks over mud or earth, as on a building site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gangway",1,2,1 ], "clear a path!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganister",1,1,1 ], "a highly refractory siliceous sedimentary rock occurring beneath coal seams:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganister",1,1,1 ], "used for lining furnaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ganister",1,1,2 ], "a similar material synthesized from ground quartz and fireclay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganja",1,1,1 ], "a highly potent form of cannabis, usually used for smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gannet",1,1,1 ], "a long stout bill and typically white plumage with dark markings: family Sulidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gannet",1,1,1 ], "any of several heavily built marine birds of the genus Morus (or Sula), having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gannet",1,1,1 ], "order Pelecaniformes (pelicans, cormorants, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ganof",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ganef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganoid",1,1,1 ], "(of the scales of certain fishes) consisting of an inner bony layer and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganoid",1,1,1 ], "outer layer of an enamel-like substance (ganoin)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ganoid",1,1,2 ], "denoting fishes, including the sturgeon and bowfin, having such scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ganoid",1,2,1 ], "a ganoid fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gansey",1,1,1 ], "a jersey or pullover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gantlet",1,1,1 ], "a section of a railway where two tracks overlap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gantlet",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of gauntlet ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gantlet",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gauntlet ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gantline",1,1,1 ], "a line rove through a sheave for hoisting men or gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gantry",1,1,1 ], "a bridgelike framework used to support a travelling crane, signals over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gantry",1,1,1 ], "railway track, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gantry",1,1,2 ], "the framework tower used to attend to a large rocket on its launching pad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gantry",1,1,3 ], "a supporting framework for a barrel or cask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaol",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 1],"a break or opening in a wall, fence, etc",1). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 2],"a break in continuity; interruption; hiatus",1). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 3],"a break in a line of hills or mountains affording a route through",1). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 4],"a gorge or ravine",1). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"a break in a magnetic circuit that increases the inductance and saturation",1). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"point of the circuit",2). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 5],"a divergence or difference; disparity",1). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 1, 6],"bridge, close, fill, or stop a gap| to remedy a deficiency",1). c_DEF([ "gap" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to make a breach or opening in",1). c_DEF([ "gap-toothed",1,1,1 ], "having wide spaces between the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gape",1,1,1 ], "to stare in wonder or amazement, esp| with the mouth open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gape",1,1,2 ], "to open the mouth wide, esp| involuntarily, as in yawning or hunger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gape",1,1,3 ], "to be or become wide open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gape",1,2,1 ], "the act of gaping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gape",1,2,2 ], "a wide opening; breach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gape",1,2,3 ], "the width of the widely opened mouth of a vertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gape",1,2,4 ], "a stare or expression of astonishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gapes",1,1,1 ], "a disease of young domestic fowl, characterized by gaping or gasping for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gapes",1,1,1 ], "breath and caused by gapeworms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gapes",1,1,2 ], "a fit of yawning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gapeworm",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic nematode worm, Syngamus trachea, that lives in the trachea of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gapeworm",1,1,1 ], "birds and causes gapes in domestic fowl: family Syngamidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gapped scale",1,1,1 ], "a scale, such as a pentatonic scale, containing fewer than seven notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gapping",1,1,1 ], "(in transformational grammar) a rule that deletes repetitions of a verb, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gapping",1,1,1 ], "the sentence Bill voted for Smith, Sam for McKay, and Dave for Harris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gar",1,1,1 ], "short for garpike ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garage",1,1,1 ], "a building or part of a building used to house a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garage",1,1,2 ], "a commercial establishment in which motor vehicles are repaired, serviced," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garage",1,1,2 ], "bought, and sold, and which usually also sells motor fuels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garage",1,2,1 ], "to put into, keep in, or take to a garage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garam masala",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic mixture of spices, extensively used in curries, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garb",1,1,1 ], "clothes, esp| the distinctive attire of an occupation or profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garb",1,1,2 ], "style of dress; fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garb",1,1,3 ], "external appearance, covering, or attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garb",1,2,1 ], "to clothe or cover; attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garbage can",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for dustbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garbage truck",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for dustcart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garbage",1,1,1 ], "worthless, useless, or unwanted matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garbage",1,1,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garbanzo",1,1,1 ], "another name for chickpea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garble",1,1,1 ], "to jumble (a story, quotation, etc|), esp| unintentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garble",1,1,2 ], "omissions; corrupt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garble",1,1,2 ], "to distort the meaning of (an account, text, etc|), as by making misleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garble",1,1,3 ], "to select the best part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garble",1,2,1,1 ], "the act of garbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garble",1,2,1,2 ], "garbled matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garbo",1,1,1 ], "a dustman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garboard",1,1,1 ], "the bottommost plank of a vessel's hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garboil",1,1,1 ], "confusion or disturbance; uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garcon",1,1,1 ], "a waiter or male servant, esp| if French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gardant",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of guardant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden centre",1,1,1 ], "a place where gardening tools and equipment, plants, seeds, etc|, are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden city",1,1,1 ], "a planned town of limited size surrounded by a rural belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden cress",1,1,1 ], "a pungent-tasting cruciferous plant, Lepidium sativum, with white or reddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden cress",1,1,1 ], "flowers: cultivated for salads, as a garnish, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garden frame",1,1,1 ], "another name for a cold frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden party",1,1,1 ], "a social gathering held in the grounds of a house, school, etc|, usually with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden party",1,1,1 ], "light refreshments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garden suburb",1,1,1 ], "a suburb of a large established town or city, planned along the lines of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden suburb",1,1,1 ], "garden city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garden warbler",1,1,1 ], "(warblers), esp| S| borin, common in woods and hedges: in some parts of Europe they are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garden warbler",1,1,1 ], "any of several small brownish-grey European songbirds of the genus Sylvia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden warbler",1,1,1 ], "esteemed as a delicacy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,1,1 ], "adjoining a house| U|S| word: yard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,1,1 ], "an area of land used for the cultivation of ornamental plants, herbs, fruit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,1,1 ], "an area of land, usually planted with grass, trees, flowerbeds, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,1,1 ], "vegetables, trees, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,2 ], "such an area of land that is open to the public, sometimes part of a park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,2,1 ], "a fertile and beautiful region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,3 ], "provided with or surrounded by a garden or gardens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,4 ], "lead up the garden path| Informal| to mislead or deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,1,5 ], "common or garden| Informal| ordinary or commonplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garden",1,2,1 ], "to work in, cultivate, or take care of (a garden, plot of land, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gardener",1,1,1 ], "a person who works in or takes care of a garden as an occupation or pastime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gardener",1,1,2 ], "any bowerbird of the genus Amblyornis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gardenia",1,1,1 ], "Gardenia, cultivated for their large fragrant waxlike typically white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gardenia",1,1,1 ], "any evergreen shrub or tree of the Old World tropical rubiaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gardenia",1,1,2 ], "the flower of any of these shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garderobe",1,1,1 ], "a wardrobe or the contents of a wardrobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garderobe",1,1,2 ], "a bedroom or private room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for garpike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garfish",1,1,2 ], "an elongated European marine teleost fish, Belone belone, with long toothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garfish",1,1,2 ], "jaws: related to the flying fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garganey",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian duck, Anas querquedula, closely related to the mallard|The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garganey",1,1,1 ], "male has a white stripe over each eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gargantuan",1,1,1 ], "huge enormous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garget",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the mammary gland of domestic animals, esp| cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gargle",1,1,1 ], "slowly breathing through the liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gargle",1,1,1 ], "to rinse the mouth and throat with (a liquid, esp| a medicinal fluid) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gargle",1,1,2 ], "to utter (words, sounds, etc|) with the throaty bubbling noise of gargling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gargle",1,2,1 ], "the liquid used for gargling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gargle",1,2,2 ], "the sound produced by gargling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gargoyle",1,1,1 ], "a waterspout carved in the form of a grotesque face or creature and projecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gargoyle",1,1,1 ], "from a roof gutter, esp| of a Gothic church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gargoyle",1,1,2 ], "any grotesque ornament or projection, esp| on a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gargoyle",1,1,3 ], "a person with a grotesque appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garibaldi",1,1,1 ], "a woman's loose blouse with long sleeves popular in the 1860s, copied from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garibaldi",1,1,1 ], "the red flannel shirt worn by Garibaldi's soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garibaldi",1,1,2 ], "a type of biscuit having a layer of currants in the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garish",1,1,1 ], "gay or colourful in a crude or vulgar manner; gaudy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garland",1,1,1 ], "a wreath or festoon of flowers, leaves, etc|, worn round the head or neck or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garland",1,1,1 ], "hung up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garland",1,1,2 ], "a representation of such a wreath, as in painting, sculpture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garland",1,1,3 ], "a collection of short literary pieces, such as ballads or poems; miscellany or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garland",1,1,3 ], "anthology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garland",1,1,4 ], "a ring or grommet of rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garland",1,2,1 ], "to deck or adorn with a garland or garlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garlic mustard",1,1,1 ], "a cruciferous plant, Alliaria petiolata, of N temperate regions, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garlic mustard",1,1,1 ], "white flowers and an odour of garlic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garlic",1,1,1 ], "a hardy widely cultivated Asian alliaceous plant, Allium sativum, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garlic",1,1,1 ], "stem bearing whitish flowers and bulbils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garlic",1,1,1,1 ], "odour and pungent taste and are used in cooking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garlic",1,1,1,1 ], "the bulb of this plant, made up of small segments (cloves) that have a strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garlic",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garlic",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants of the genus Allium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garlicky",1,1,1 ], "containing or resembling the taste or odour of garlic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garment",1,1,1 ], "an article of clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garment",1,1,2 ], "outer covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garment",1,2,1 ], "to cover or clothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garner",1,1,1 ], "to gather or store in or as if in a granary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garner",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for granary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garner",1,2,2 ], "a place for storage or safekeeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnet",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of hard glassy red, yellow, or green minerals consisting of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnet",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: used as a gemstone and abrasive| Formula: A3B2(SiO\4)3 where A is a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "garnet",1,1,1 ], "divalent metal and B is a trivalent metal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "garnet",1,1,1 ], "silicates of calcium, iron, manganese, chromium, magnesium, and aluminium in cubic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garnet",2,1,1 ], "a tackle used for lifting cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnierite",1,1,1 ], "a green amorphous mineral consisting of hydrated nickel magnesium silicate: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnierite",1,1,1 ], "source of nickel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,1,1 ], "to decorate; trim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,1,2 ], "to add something to (food) in order to improve its appearance or flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,1,2,1 ], "to serve with notice of proceedings; warn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,1,2,2 ], "Obsolete| to summon to proceedings already in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,1,2,3 ], "to attach (a debt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,1,3 ], "to extort money from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,2,1 ], "a decoration; trimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,2,2 ], "effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,2,2 ], "something, such as parsley, added to a dish for its flavour or decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnish",1,2,3 ], "a payment illegally extorted, as from a prisoner by his jailer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnishee" ,1, 1, 1],"a person upon whom a garnishment has been served",1). c_DEF([ "garnishee" ,1, 2, 1],"ees, nisheeing, nisheed",1). c_DEF([ "garnishee" ,1, 3, 1],"to attach (a debt or other property) by garnishment",1). c_DEF([ "garnishee" ,1, 3, 2],"to serve (a person) with a garnishment",1). c_DEF([ "garnishment",1,1,1 ], "the act of garnishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnishment",1,1,2 ], "decoration or embellishment; garnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnishment",1,1,2,1 ], "a notice or warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnishment",1,1,2,2 ], "a summons to court proceedings already in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnishment",1,1,2,3 ], "a notice warning a person holding money or property belonging to a debtor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garnishment",1,1,2,3 ], "apply it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "garnishment",1,1,2,3 ], "whose debt has been attached to hold such property until directed by the court to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garniture",1,1,1 ], "decoration or embellishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garotte",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of garrotte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garpike",1,1,1 ], "North and Central America, having very long toothed jaws and a body covering of thick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garpike",1,1,1 ], "any primitive freshwater elongated bony fish of the genus Lepisosteus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garpike",1,1,1 ], "scales" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "garpike",1,1,2 ], "another name for garfish ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garret",1,1,1 ], "another word for attic ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrison",1,1,1 ], "the troops who maintain and guard a base or fortified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrison",1,1,1,1 ], "the place itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrison",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrison",1,2,1 ], "to station (troops) in (a fort, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrotte",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish method of execution by strangulation or by breaking the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrotte",1,1,2 ], "the device, usually an iron collar, used in such executions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrotte",1,1,3 ], "strangulation of one's victim while committing robbery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrotte",1,2,1 ], "to execute by means of the garrotte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrotte",1,2,2 ], "to strangle, esp| in order to commit robbery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrulous",1,1,1 ], "given to constant and frivolous chatter; loquacious; talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrulous",1,1,2 ], "wordy or diffuse; prolix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garrya",1,1,1 ], "Garrya: family Garryaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garrya",1,1,1 ], "any ornamental catkin-bearing evergreen shrub of the North American genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garter snake",1,1,1 ], "any nonvenomous North American colubrid snake of the genus Thamnophis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garter snake",1,1,1 ], "typically marked with longitudinal stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garter stitch",1,1,1 ], "alternating with purl rows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garter stitch",1,1,1 ], "knitting in which all the rows are knitted in plain stitch instead of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garter",1,1,1 ], "a band, usually of elastic, worn round the arm or leg to hold up a shirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garter",1,1,1 ], "sleeve, sock, or stocking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "garter",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| word for suspender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garter",1,2,1 ], "to fasten, support, or secure with or as if with a garter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garth",1,1,1 ], "a courtyard surrounded by a cloister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garth",1,1,2 ], "a yard or garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "garth",2,1,1 ], "a child's hoop, often the rim of a bicycle wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas black",1,1,1 ], "finely powdered carbon produced by burning natural gas| It is used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas black",1,1,1 ], "pigment in paints, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas burner",1,1,1 ], "a jet or nozzle from which a combustible gas issues in order to form a stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas burner",1,1,1 ], "flame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas burner",1,1,2 ], "an assembly of such jets or nozzles, used esp| in cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas chamber",1,1,1 ], "an airtight room into which poison gas is introduced to kill people or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas chamber",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas chromatography",1,1,1 ], "a technique for analysing a mixture of volatile substances in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas chromatography",1,1,1 ], "and a detector records on a moving strip the conductivity of the gas leaving the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gas chromatography",1,1,1 ], "mixture is carried by an inert gas through a column packed with a selective adsorbent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas chromatography",1,1,1 ], "tube| Peaks on the resulting graph indicate the presence of a particular component" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gas coal",1,1,1 ], "coal that is rich in volatile hydrocarbons, making it a suitable source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas coal",1,1,1 ], "domestic gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas constant",1,1,1 ], "mole| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas constant",1,1,1 ], "the constant in the gas equation| It is equal to 8|3143 joules per kelvin per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas engine",1,1,1 ], "a type of internal-combustion engine using a flammable gas, such as coal gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas engine",1,1,1 ], "or natural gas, as fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas equation",1,1,1 ], "an equation, obtained by combining Boyle's and Charles' laws, that equates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas equation",1,1,1 ], "the product of the pressure and the volume of an ideal gas to the product of its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas equation",1,1,1 ], "thermodynamic temperature and the gas constant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gas fixture",1,1,1 ], "a wall or ceiling attachment for holding a gaslight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas gangrene",1,1,1 ], "Clostridium welchii) that cause gas bubbles and swelling in the surrounding tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas gangrene",1,1,1 ], "gangrene resulting from infection of a wound by anaerobic bacteria (esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas laws",1,1,1 ], "the physical laws obeyed by gases, esp| Boyle's law and Charles' law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas lighter",1,1,1 ], "a device for igniting a jet of gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas lighter",1,1,2 ], "a cigarette lighter using a gas as fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas main",1,1,1 ], "a large pipeline in which gas is carried for distribution through smaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas main",1,1,1 ], "pipes to consumers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas mantle",1,1,1 ], "a mantle for use in a gaslight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas mask",1,1,1 ], "a mask fitted with a chemical filter to enable the wearer to breathe air free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas mask",1,1,1 ], "called (in Brit|): respirator" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gas mask",1,1,1 ], "of poisonous or corrosive gases: used for military or industrial purposes| Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas meter",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for measuring and recording the amount of gas passed through it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas oil",1,1,1 ], "250 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gas oil",1,1,1 ], "a fuel oil obtained in the distillation of petroleum, intermediate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas oil",1,1,1 ], "viscosity and boiling point between paraffin and lubricating oils| It boils above about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas oven",1,1,1 ], "a domestic oven heated by gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas oven",1,1,2 ], "a gas-fuelled cremation chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas oven",1,1,3 ], "another name for gas chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas plant",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic white-flowered Eurasian rutaceous plant, Dictamnus albus, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas plant",1,1,1 ], "emits a vapour capable of being ignited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas poker",1,1,1 ], "a long tubular gas burner used to kindle a fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas ring",1,1,1 ], "a circular assembly of gas jets, used esp| for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas station",1,1,1 ], "another term for filling station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas thermometer",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring temperature by observing the pressure of gas at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas thermometer",1,1,1 ], "constant volume or the volume of a gas kept at a constant pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas turbine",1,1,1 ], "an internal-combustion engine in which the expanding gases emerging from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas turbine",1,1,1 ], "or more combustion chambers drive a turbine| A rotary compressor driven by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas turbine",1,1,1 ], "the turbine or thrust from the expanding gases" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gas turbine",1,1,1 ], "turbine compresses the air used for combustion, power being taken either as torque from" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gas well",1,1,1 ], "a well for obtaining natural gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 1],"a substance in the physical state in which the attractive forces between its",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 1],"constituent atoms or molecules are not sufficiently strong to have a marked effect on their",2). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 1],"positions or mobility",3). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 2],"any substance that is gaseous at room temperature and atmospheric pressure",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a fossil fuel in the form of a gas, used as a source of domestic and",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"industrial heat",2). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 3],"any gaseous substance that is above its critical temperature and therefore not",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 3],"liquefiable by pressure alone",2). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 4],"a gaseous anaesthetic, such as nitrous oxide",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 5],"firedamp or the explosive mixture of firedamp and air",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 6],"the usual U|S| word for ,petrol",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"to increase the speed of a motor vehicle; accelerate",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"to hurry",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 7],"step on the gas| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"idle talk or boasting",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"Chiefly U|S| a delightful or successful person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 1, 8],"a toxic, etc|, substance in suspension in air used against an enemy, etc",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 10],"to thrill or delight",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 1],"es or gasses, gassing, gassed",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to provide or fill with gas",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to subject to gas fumes, esp| so as to asphyxiate or render unconscious",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) to give off gas, as in the charging of a battery",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 5],"(tr|) (in textiles) to singe (fabric) with a flame from a gas burner to remove",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 5],"unwanted fibres",2). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 6],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 7],"foll| by to) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 8],"to talk in an idle or boastful way (to a person)",1). c_DEF([ "gas" ,1, 2, 9],"(tr|) Slang, chiefly U|S",1). c_DEF([ "gas-cooled reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor using a gas as the coolant| In the Mark I type the coolant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gas-cooled reactor",1,1,1 ], "is carbon dioxide, the moderator is graphite, and the fuel is uranium cased in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gas-cooled reactor",1,1,1 ], "magnox" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gasbag",1,1,1 ], "a person who talks in a vapid or empty way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gascon",1,1,1 ], "a boaster; braggart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasconade",1,1,1 ], "boastful talk, bragging, or bluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasconade",1,2,1 ], "to boast, brag, or bluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaselier",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gasolier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaseous",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or having the characteristics of a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gash",1,1,1 ], "to make a long deep cut or wound in; slash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gash",1,2,1 ], "a long deep cut or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasholder",1,1,1 ], "a large tank for storing coal gas or natural gas prior to distribution to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasholder",1,1,1 ], "users" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gasholder",1,1,2 ], "any vessel for storing or measuring a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasiform",1,1,1 ], "in a gaseous form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasify",1,1,1 ], "to make into or become a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasify",1,1,2 ], "to subject (coal, etc|) to destructive distillation to produce gas, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasify",1,1,2 ], "use as a fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gasket",1,1,1 ], "a compressible packing piece of paper, rubber, asbestos, etc|, sandwiched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasket",1,1,1 ], "between the metal faces of a joint to provide a seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gasket",1,1,2 ], "a piece of line used as a sail stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasket",1,1,3 ], "blow a gasket| Slang| to burst out in anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaskin",1,1,1 ], "the lower part of a horse's thigh, between the hock and the stifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaslight",1,1,1 ], "a type of lamp in which the illumination is produced by an incandescent mantle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaslight",1,1,1 ], "heated by a jet of gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaslight",1,1,2 ], "the light produced by such a lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasman",1,1,1 ], "a man employed to read household gas meters, supervise gas fittings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasolier",1,1,1 ], "a branched hanging fitting for gaslights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasoline",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for petrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasometer",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for gasholder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasometry",1,1,1 ], "the measurement of quantities of gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,1,1 ], "expressing awe, horror, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,1,1 ], "to draw in the breath sharply, convulsively, or with effort, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,2,1 ], "to crave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,3,1 ], "to utter or emit breathlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,4,1 ], "a short convulsive intake of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,4,2 ], "a short convulsive burst of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,4,3 ], "at the last gasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,4,3,1 ], "at the point of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasp",1,4,3,2 ], "at the last moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasper",1,1,1 ], "a person who gasps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasper",1,1,2 ], "a cheap cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasser",1,1,1 ], "a drilling or well that yields natural gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gassing",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of supplying or treating with gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gassing",1,1,2 ], "the affecting or poisoning of persons with gas or fumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gassing",1,1,3 ], "the evolution of a gas, esp| in electrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gassy",1,1,1 ], "filled with, containing, or resembling gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gassy",1,1,2 ], "full of idle or vapid talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasteropod",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of gastropod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastight",1,1,1 ], "not allowing gas to enter or escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastralgia",1,1,1 ], "pain in the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of all or part of the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastric juice",1,1,1 ], "a digestive fluid secreted by the stomach, containing hydrochloric acid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastric juice",1,1,1 ], "pepsin, rennin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastric ulcer",1,1,1 ], "an ulcer of the mucous membrane lining the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, near, or involving the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrin",1,1,1 ], "a polypeptide hormone secreted by the stomach: stimulates secretion of gastric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrin",1,1,1 ], "juice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastro-" ,1, 1, 1],"often before a vowel",1). c_DEF([ "gastro-" ,1, 1, 2],"3gastr-combining form",1). c_DEF([ "gastro-" ,1, 1, 3],"stomach",1). c_DEF([ "gastroenteric",1,1,1 ], "another word for gastrointestinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastroenteritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the stomach and intestines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastroenterology",1,1,1 ], "intestines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastroenterology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with diseases of the stomach and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastroenterostomy",1,1,1 ], "intestine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastroenterostomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical formation of an artificial opening between the stomach and the small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrointestinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the stomach and intestinal tract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrolith",1,1,1 ], "a stone in the stomach; gastric calculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrology",1,1,1 ], "another name for gastroenterology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastronomy",1,1,1 ], "the art of good eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastronomy",1,1,2 ], "the type of cookery of a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastropod",1,1,1 ], "any mollusc of the class Gastropoda, typically having a flattened muscular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastropod",1,1,1 ], "foot for locomotion and a head that bears stalked eyes| The class includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastropod",1,1,1 ], "snails, whelks, limpets, and slugs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gastropod",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Gastropoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastroscope",1,1,1 ], "a medical instrument for examining the interior of the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrostomy",1,1,1 ], "surface: used for feeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastrostomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical formation of an artificial opening into the stomach from the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrotrich",1,1,1 ], "any minute aquatic multicellular animal of the phylum Gastrotricha, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrotrich",1,1,1 ], "wormlike body covered with cilia and bristles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastrovascular",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the body cavities of coelenterates) functioning in digestion and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrovascular",1,1,1 ], "circulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastrula",1,1,1 ], "(blastopore) to the exterior" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gastrula",1,1,1 ], "a saclike animal embryo consisting of three layers of cells (see ectoderm," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gastrula",1,1,1 ], "mesoderm, and endoderm) surrounding a central cavity (archenteron) with a small opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastrulation",1,1,1 ], "migration of cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gastrulation",1,1,1 ], "the process in which a gastrula is formed from a blastula by the inward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gasworks",1,1,1 ], "a plant in which gas, esp| coal gas, is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gat",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of get" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gat",2,1,1 ], "a pistol or revolver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gat",3,1,1 ], "a narrow channel of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate money",1,1,1 ], "entertainment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate money",1,1,1 ], "the total receipts taken for admission to a sporting event or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,1 ], "a movable barrier, usually hinged, for closing an opening in a wall, fence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,10 ], "a slotted metal frame that controls the positions of the gear lever in a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,10 ], "vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,11 ], "a hinged clasp to prevent the oar from jumping out of a rowlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,12 ], "a frame surrounding the blade or blades of a saw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,2 ], "an opening to allow passage into or out of an enclosed place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,3 ], "any means of entrance or access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,4 ], "a mountain pass or gap, esp| one providing entry into another country or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,4 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,5 ], "a valve with a sliding or swinging component that regulates the flow of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,5 ], "liquid or gas in a pipe, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,5,1 ], "the number of people admitted to a sporting event or entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,5,2 ], "the total entrance money received from them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,6 ], "(in a large airport) any of the numbered exits leading to the airfield or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,6 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,7 ], "short for starting gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,7,1 ], "a logic circuit having one or more input terminals and one output terminal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,7,1 ], "of input signals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,7,1 ], "the output being switched between two voltage levels determined by the combination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,7,2 ], "a circuit used in radar, etc|, that allows only a fraction of the input signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,7,2 ], "to pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,8 ], "control the conductivity of the channel between the source and drain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,8 ], "the electrode region or regions in a field-effect transistor that is biased to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,9 ], "a component in a motion-picture camera or projector that holds each frame flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,1,9 ], "and momentarily stationary behind the lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gate",1,2,1 ], "to restrict (a student) to the school or college grounds as a punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",2,1,1 ], "the channels by which molten metal is poured into a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",2,1,2 ], "the metal that solidifies in such channels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",3,1,1 ], "northern English dialect|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",3,1,2 ], "a way, road, or path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate",3,1,3 ], "a way or method of doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate-crash",1,1,1 ], "to gain entry to (a party, concert, etc|) without invitation or payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate-leg table",1,1,1 ], "a table with one or two drop leaves that are supported when in use by a hinged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gate-leg table",1,1,1 ], "leg swung out from the frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gatefold",1,1,1 ], "an oversize page in a book or magazine that is folded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gatehouse",1,1,1 ], "a house built at or over a gateway, used as a fortification, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gatehouse",1,1,2 ], "a structure that houses the controls operating lock gates or dam sluices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gatekeeper",1,1,1 ], "a person who has charge of a gate and controls who may pass through it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gatekeeper",1,1,2 ], "any of several Eurasian butterflies of the genus Pyronia, esp| P| tithonus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gatekeeper",1,1,2 ], "family Satyridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gatekeeper",1,1,2 ], "having brown-bordered orange wings with a black-and-white eyespot on each forewing:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gatepost",1,1,1,1 ], "the post on which a gate is hung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gatepost",1,1,1,2 ], "the post to which a gate is fastened when closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gatepost",1,1,2 ], "between you, me, and the gatepost| confidentially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gateway",1,1,1 ], "an entrance that may be closed by or as by a gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gateway",1,1,2 ], "a means of entry or access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,1,1 ], "to assemble or cause to assemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,1,2 ], "to collect or be collected gradually; muster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,10,1,1 ], "the act of gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,10,1,2 ], "the amount gathered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,10,2 ], "a small fold in material, as made by a tightly pulled stitch; tuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,10,3 ], "an informal name for section ,1,15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,2,1 ], "to learn from information given; conclude or assume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,3,1 ], "to pick or harvest (flowers, fruit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,4,1 ], "to clasp or embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,5,1 ], "to bring close (to) or wrap (around)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,5,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,5,2 ], "to increase or cause to increase gradually, as in force, speed, intensity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,5,3 ], "knit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,5,3 ], "to contract (the brow) or (of the brow) to become contracted into wrinkles;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,6,1 ], "to assemble (sections of a book) in the correct sequence for binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,7,1 ], "to collect by making a selection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,8,1 ], "to prepare or make ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,8,2 ], "through it and then pulling it tight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,8,2 ], "to draw (material) into a series of small tucks or folds by passing a thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,9,1 ], "(of a boil or other sore) to come to a head form pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gather",1,9,2 ], "be gathered to one's fathers| Euphemistic| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gathering",1,1,1 ], "a group of people, things, etc|, that are gathered together; assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gathering",1,1,2 ], "a gather or series of gathers in material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gathering",1,1,2,1 ], "the formation of pus in a boil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gathering",1,1,2,2 ], "the pus so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gathering",1,1,3 ], "an informal name for section ,1,15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauche",1,1,1 ], "lacking ease of manner; tactless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaucherie",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being gauche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaucherie",1,1,2 ], "a gauche act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaucho",1,1,1 ], "a cowboy of the South American pampas, usually one of mixed Spanish and Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaucho",1,1,1 ], "descent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaud",1,1,1 ], "an article of cheap finery; trinket; bauble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaudery",1,1,1 ], "cheap finery or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaudy",1,1,1 ], "gaudier, gaudiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaudy",1,1,2 ], "gay, bright, or colourful in a crude or vulgar manner; garish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaudy",2,1,1 ], "a celebratory festival or feast held at some schools and colleges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauffer",1,2,1 ], "a less common spelling of goffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,1,1 ], "to measure or determine the amount, quantity, size, condition, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,1,2 ], "to estimate or appraise; judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,1,3 ], "to check for conformity or bring into conformity with a standard measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,1 ], "a standard measurement, dimension, capacity, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,10 ], "the position of a vessel in relation to the wind and another vessel| One" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,10 ], "vessel may be windward (weather gauge) or leeward (lee gauge) of the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,11 ], "the proportion of plaster of Paris added to mortar to accelerate its setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,12 ], "the distance between the nails securing the slates, tiles, etc|, of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,13 ], "a measure of the fineness of woven or knitted fabric, usually expressed as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,13 ], "number of needles used per inch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,2 ], "any of various instruments for measuring a quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,3 ], "any of various devices used to check for conformity with a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,3 ], "measurement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,4 ], "a standard or means for assessing; test; criterion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,5 ], "scope, capacity, or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,6 ], "the diameter of the barrel of a gun, esp| a shotgun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,7 ], "the thickness of sheet metal or the diameter of wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,8 ], "the distance between the rails of a railway track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,2,9 ], "the distance between two wheels on the same axle of a vehicle, truck, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,3,1 ], "(of a pressure measurement) measured on a pressure gauge that registers zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauge",1,3,1 ], "at atmospheric pressure; above or below atmospheric pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauger",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that gauges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauger",1,1,2 ], "a customs officer who inspects bulk merchandise, esp| liquor casks, for excise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauger",1,1,2 ], "duty purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauger",1,1,3 ], "a collector of excise taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaultheria",1,1,1 ], "Asia, and Australia, esp| the wintergreen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gaultheria",1,1,1 ], "any aromatic evergreen shrub of the ericaceous genus Gaultheria, of America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaumless",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gormless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaunt",1,1,1 ], "bony and emaciated in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaunt",1,1,2 ], "(of places) bleak or desolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",1,1,1 ], "a medieval armoured leather glove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",1,1,2 ], "a heavy glove with a long cuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",1,1,3 ], "take up the gauntlet| to accept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",1,1,4 ], "(or offer) a challenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",2,1,1 ], "a punishment in which the victim is forced to run between two rows of men who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",2,1,1 ], "strike at him as he passes: formerly a military punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",2,1,2 ], "run the gauntlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",2,1,2,1 ], "to suffer this punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",2,1,2,2 ], "to endure an onslaught or ordeal, as of criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",2,1,3 ], "a testing ordeal; trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntlet",2,1,4 ], "a variant spelling of gantlet'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauntry",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gantry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaup",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gawp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaur",1,1,1 ], "a large wild member of the cattle tribe, Bos gaurus, inhabiting mountainous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaur",1,1,1 ], "regions of S Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauss",1,1,1 ], "emf of 1 abvolt (10%-%8 volt) per centimetre in a wire moving across the field at a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gauss",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of magnetic flux density; the flux density that will induce an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauss",1,1,1 ], "velocity of 1 centimetre per second| 1 gauss is equivalent to 10-'4 tesla" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gaussmeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the intensity of a magnetic field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauze",1,1,1,1 ], "a transparent cloth of loose plain or leno weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauze",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauze",1,1,2 ], "a surgical dressing of muslin or similar material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauze",1,1,3 ], "any thin open-work material, such as wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauze",1,1,4 ], "a fine mist or haze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauzy",1,1,1 ], "gauzier, gauziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gauzy",1,1,2 ], "resembling gauze; thin and transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavage",1,1,1 ], "forced feeding by means of a tube inserted into the stomach through the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gave",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavel",1,1,1 ], "a small hammer used by a chairman, auctioneer, etc|, to call for order or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavel",1,1,1 ], "attention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gavel",1,1,2 ], "a hammer used by masons to trim rough edges off stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavelkind",1,1,1 ], "a former system of land tenure peculiar to Kent based on the payment of rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavelkind",1,1,1 ], "to the lord instead of the performance of services by the tenant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gavelkind",1,1,2 ], "the land subject to such tenure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavelkind",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) land held under this system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavial" ,1, 1, 1],"gharial, or garial n",1). c_DEF([ "gavial" ,1, 1, 2],"a large fish-eating Indian crocodilian, Gavialis gangeticus, with a very long",1). c_DEF([ "gavial" ,1, 1, 2],"slender snout: family Gavialidae",2). c_DEF([ "gavial" ,1, 1, 3],"false gavial",1). c_DEF([ "gavial" ,1, 1, 4],"a SE Asian crocodile, Tomistoma schlegeli, similar to but smaller than the",1). c_DEF([ "gavial" ,1, 1, 4],"gavial",2). c_DEF([ "gavotte",1,1,1 ], "an old formal dance in quadruple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gavotte",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gawk",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy stupid person; lout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gawk",1,2,1 ], "to stare in a stupid way; gape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gawky",1,1,1 ], "gawkier, gawkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gawky",1,1,2 ], "clumsy or ungainly; awkward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gawky",1,1,3 ], "left-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gawp",1,1,1 ], "to stare stupidly; gape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gay",1,1,1 ], "carefree and merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gay",1,1,2 ], "brightly coloured; brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gay",1,1,3 ], "given to pleasure, esp| in social entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gay",1,1,4 ], "rakish or dissolute; licentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gay",1,1,5 ], "homosexual (used esp| by homosexuals of themselves)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaze",1,1,1 ], "to look long and fixedly, esp| in wonder or admiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaze",1,2,1 ], "a fixed look; stare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazebo",1,1,1 ], "a summerhouse, garden pavilion, or belvedere, sited to command a view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazehound",1,1,1 ], "a hound such as a greyhound that hunts by sight rather than by scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazelle",1,1,1 ], "Procapra, of Africa and Asia, such as G| thomsoni" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gazelle",1,1,1 ], "any small graceful usually fawn-coloured antelope of the genera Gazella and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazette",1,1,1,1 ], "a newspaper or official journal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazette",1,1,1,2 ], "the Thame Gazette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazette",1,1,2 ], "an official document containing public notices, appointments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazette",1,2,1 ], "to announce or report (facts or an event) in a gazette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazetted officer",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a senior official whose appointment is published in the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazetted officer",1,1,1 ], "gazette" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gazetteer",1,1,1 ], "a book or section of a book that lists and describes places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazetteer",1,1,2 ], "a writer for a gazette or newspaper; journalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazpacho",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish soup made from tomatoes, peppers, etc|, and served cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazump",1,1,1 ], "to raise the price of something, esp| a house, after agreeing a price verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazump",1,1,1 ], "with (an intending buyer)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gazump",1,2,1 ], "to swindle or overcharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gazump",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of gazumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaz|",1,1,1 ], "gazette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gaz|",1,1,2 ], "gazetteer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gds|",1,1,1 ], "goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gean",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweet cherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geanticline",1,1,1 ], "a gently sloping anticline covering a large area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear down",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gear down",1,1,1 ], "to adapt to a new situation by decreasing output, intensity of operations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear lever",1,1,1 ], "a lever used to move gear wheels relative to each other, esp| in a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear lever",1,1,1 ], "vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gear up",1,1,1 ], "to equip with gears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear up",1,1,2 ], "to prepare, esp| for greater efficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,1 ], "a toothed wheel that engages with another toothed wheel or with a rack in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,1 ], "order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,2 ], "a mechanism for transmitting motion by gears, esp| for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,3 ], "the engagement or specific ratio of a system of gears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,4 ], "equipment and supplies for a particular operation, sport, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,5 ], "all equipment or appurtenances belonging to a certain vessel, sailor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,6 ], "short for landing gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,6,1 ], "up-to-date clothes and accessories, esp| those bought by young people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,6,2 ], "stolen goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,7 ], "a less common word for harness ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,1,8 ], "out of gear| out of order; not functioning properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,2,1 ], "to adjust or adapt (one thing) so as to fit in or work with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,3,1 ], "to equip with or connect by gears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,4,1 ], "to be or come into gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gear",1,5,1 ], "to equip with harness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gearbox",1,1,1 ], "the metal casing within which a train of gears is sealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gearbox",1,1,2 ], "this metal casing and its contents, esp| in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gearing",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of gears designed to transmit motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gearing",1,1,2 ], "the act or technique of providing gears to transmit motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gearing",1,1,3 ], "the ratio of a company's debt capital to its equity capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gearwheel",1,1,1 ], "another name for gear ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gecko",1,1,1 ], "any small insectivorous terrestrial lizard of the family Gekkonidae, of warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gecko",1,1,1 ], "regions| The digits have adhesive pads, which enable these animals to climb on smooth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gecko",1,1,1 ], "surfaces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gedact",1,1,1 ], "a flutelike stopped metal diapason organ pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gee" ,1, 1, 1],"an exclamation, as to a horse or draught animal, to encourage it to turn to",1). c_DEF([ "gee" ,1, 1, 1],"the right, go on, or go faster",2). c_DEF([ "gee" ,1, 2, 1],"(usually foll| by up) to move (an animal, esp| a horse) ahead; urge on",1). c_DEF([ "gee",2,1,1 ], "a mild exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gee-gee",1,1,1 ], "a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geek",1,1,1 ], "a sideshow performer who bites the heads off or eats live animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geepound",1,1,1 ], "another name for slug'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geese",1,1,1 ], "the plural of goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geest",1,1,1 ], "an area of sandy heathland in N Germany and adjacent areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geezer",1,1,1 ], "a man, esp| an old one regarded as eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gefilte fish",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of fish and matzo meal rolled into balls and poached," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gefilte fish",1,1,1 ], "formerly served stuffed into the skin of a fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gegenschein",1,1,1 ], "a faint glow in the sky, just visible at a position opposite to that of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gegenschein",1,1,1 ], "sun and having a similar origin to zodiacal light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gehlenite",1,1,1 ], "a green mineral consisting of calcium aluminium silicate in tetragonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gehlenite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| Formula: Ca2Al2SiO7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geisha",1,1,1 ], "a professional female companion for men in Japan, trained in music, dancing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geisha",1,1,1 ], "and the art of conversation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gel" ,1, 1, 1],"a semirigid jelly-like colloid in which a liquid is dispersed in a solid",1). c_DEF([ "gel" ,1, 2, 1],"to become or cause to become a gel",1). c_DEF([ "gel" ,1, 2, 2],"a variant spelling of jell",1). c_DEF([ "gelada",1,1,1 ], "a NE African baboon, Theropithecus gelada, with dark brown hair forming a mane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelada",1,1,1 ], "over the shoulders, a bare red chest, and a ridge muzzle: family Cercopithecidae|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gelatin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellowish water-soluble protein prepared by boiling animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatin",1,1,1 ], "hides and bones: used in foods, glue, photographic emulsions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gelatin",1,1,2 ], "an edible jelly made of this substance, sweetened and flavoured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatin",1,1,3 ], "any of various substances that resemble gelatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatin",1,1,4 ], "a translucent substance used for colour effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatin",1,1,4 ], "in theatrical lighting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gelatinize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become gelatinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatinize",1,2,1 ], "to coat (glass, paper, etc|) with gelatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatinoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling gelatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatinoid",1,2,1 ], "a gelatinoid substance, such as collagen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatinous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or resembling jelly; viscous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelatinous",1,1,2 ], "of, containing, or resembling gelatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of freezing a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelation",2,1,1 ], "the act or process of forming into a gel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geld",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to castrate (a horse or other animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geld",1,1,2 ], "to deprive of virility or vitality; emasculate; weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geld",2,1,1 ], "a tax on land levied in late Anglo-Saxon and Norman England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geldesprung",1,1,1 ], "a jump made in downhill skiing, usually over an obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelding",1,1,1 ], "a castrated male horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelid",1,1,1 ], "very cold, icy, or frosty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelignite",1,1,1 ], "a type of dynamite in which the nitrogelatin is absorbed in a base of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelignite",1,1,1 ], "pulp and potassium or sodium nitrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gelsemium",1,1,1 ], "America, esp| the yellow jasmine, having fragrant yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gelsemium",1,1,1 ], "any climbing shrub of the loganiaceous genus Gelsemium, of SE Asia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelsemium",1,1,2 ], "the powdered root of the yellow jasmine, formerly used as a sedative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of geld'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gelt",2,1,1 ], "cash or funds; money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gem" ,1, 1, 1],"a precious or semiprecious stone used in jewellery as a decoration; jewel",1). c_DEF([ "gem" ,1, 1, 2],"a person or thing held to be a perfect example; treasure",1). c_DEF([ "gem" ,1, 1, 3],"a size of printer's type, approximately equal to 4 point",1). c_DEF([ "gem" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to set or ornament with gems",1). c_DEF([ "gemeinschaft",1,1,1 ], "(often cap|) a social group united by common beliefs, family ties," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geminate",1,1,1 ], "combined in pairs; doubled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geminate",1,2,1 ], "to arrange or be arranged in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemination",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of being doubled or paired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemination",1,1,2 ], "the doubling of a consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemination",1,1,3 ], "the immediate repetition of a word, phrase, or clause for rhetorical effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 1],"a zodiacal constellation in the N hemisphere lying between Taurus and Cancer",1). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 1],"on the ecliptic and containing the stars Castor and Pollux",2). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 2],"another name for Castor and Pollux",1). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 3, 1],"Also called: the Twins",1). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 3],"Apollo projects to improve orbital rendezvous and docking techniques",2). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 3],"any of a series of manned U|S| spacecraft launched between the Mercury and",1). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"a person born when the sun is in this sign",1). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 4],"ruled by the planet Mercury|The sun is in this sign between about May 21 and June 20",2). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 2, 4],"the third sign of the zodiac, symbol , having a mutable air classification and",1). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 3, 1],"(d#f$em$Ina$I@)",2). c_DEF([ "gemini" ,1, 3, 1],"born under or characteristic of Gemini",1). c_DEF([ "gemlich",1,1,1 ], "having a feeling or atmosphere of warmth and friendliness; cosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemma",1,1,1 ], "a small asexual reproductive structure in liverworts, mosses, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemma",1,1,1 ], "becomes detached from the parent and develops into a new individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gemma",1,1,2 ], "another name for gemmule ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemmate",1,1,1 ], "(of some plants and animals) having or reproducing by gemmae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemmate",1,2,1 ], "to produce or reproduce by gemmae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemmiparous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants and animals) reproducing by gemmae or buds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemmulation",1,1,1 ], "the process of reproducing by or bearing gemmules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemmule",1,1,1 ], "a cell or mass of cells produced asexually by sponges and developing into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemmule",1,1,1 ], "new individual; bud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gemmule",1,1,2 ], "a small gemma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemmule",1,1,3 ], "a small hereditary particle postulated by Darwin in his theory of pangenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mineralogy that is concerned with gems and gemstones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemot",1,1,1 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon England) a legal or administrative assembly of a community," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemot",1,1,1 ], "such as a shire or hundred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gemsbok",1,1,1 ], "along its flanks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gemsbok",1,1,1 ], "an oryx, Oryx gazella, of southern Africa, marked with a broad black band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemstone",1,1,1 ], "a precious or semiprecious stone, esp| one cut and polished for setting in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gemstone",1,1,1 ], "jewellery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gen up",1,1,1 ], "(tr|; adv|; often passive) Brit| informal| to brief (someone) in detail; give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gen up",1,1,1 ], "full information to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gen",1,1,1 ], "information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genappe",1,1,1 ], "a smooth worsted yarn used for braid, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gendarme",1,1,1 ], "a member of the police force in France or in countries influenced or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gendarme",1,1,1 ], "controlled by France" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gendarme",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gendarme",1,1,3 ], "a sharp pinnacle of rock on a mountain ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gendarmerie",1,1,1 ], "the whole corps of gendarmes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gendarmerie",1,1,2 ], "the headquarters or barracks of a body of gendarmes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gender",1,1,1 ], "a set of two or more grammatical categories into which the nouns of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gender",1,1,1 ], "languages are divided, sometimes but not necessarily corresponding to the sex of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gender",1,1,1 ], "referent when animate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gender",1,1,2 ], "any of the categories, such as masculine, feminine, neuter, or common, within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gender",1,1,2 ], "such a set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gender",1,1,3 ], "the state of being male, female, or neuter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gender",1,1,4 ], "all the members of one sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gene flow",1,1,1 ], "the movement and exchange of genes between interbreeding populations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gene frequency",1,1,1 ], "the frequency of occurrence of a particular gene in a population in relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gene frequency",1,1,1 ], "to the frequency of its alleles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gene pool",1,1,1 ], "the sum of all the genes in an interbreeding population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gene",1,1,1 ], "It is thought to act by controlling the synthesis of a particular polypeptide" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gene",1,1,1 ], "a unit of heredity, capable of replication and mutation, occupying a fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gene",1,1,1 ], "chain in protein synthesis" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gene",1,1,1 ], "position on a chromosome and transmitted from parent to offspring during reproduction|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genealogical tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for a family tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genealogy",1,1,1 ], "the direct descent of an individual or group from an ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genealogy",1,1,2 ], "forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genealogy",1,1,2 ], "the study of the evolutionary development of animals and plants from earlier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genealogy",1,1,3 ], "a chart showing the relationships and descent of an individual, group, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geneal|",1,1,1 ], "genealogy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genera",1,1,1 ], "the plural of genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generable",1,1,1 ], "able to be generated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general anaesthetic",1,1,1 ], "a drug producing anaesthesia of the entire body, with loss of consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general delivery",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| and Canadian equivalent of poste restante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general election",1,1,1 ], "an election in which representatives are chosen in all constituencies of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general election",1,1,1 ], "state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general election",1,1,2 ], "a final election from which successful candidates are sent to a legislative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general election",1,1,2 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general election",1,1,3 ], "a national or state election in contrast to a local election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general hospital",1,1,1 ], "a hospital not specializing in the treatment of particular illnesses or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general hospital",1,1,1 ], "patients of a particular sex or age group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding a commission of brigadier's rank or above in the army, air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general officer",1,1,1 ], "force, or marine corps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general paralysis of the insane",1,1,1 ], "a disease of the central nervous system: a late manifestation of syphilis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general paralysis of the insane",1,1,1 ], "deterioration, speech defects, and progressive paralysis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "general paralysis of the insane",1,1,1 ], "often occurring up to 15 years after the original infection, characterized by mental" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general practitioner",1,1,1 ], "a physician who does not specialize but has a medical practice (general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general practitioner",1,1,1 ], "practice) in which he treats all illnesses| Informal name: family doctor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general semantics",1,1,1 ], "a school of thought, founded by Alfred Korzybski, that stresses the arbitrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general semantics",1,1,1 ], "misunderstanding their nature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "general semantics",1,1,1 ], "nature of language and other symbols and the problems that result from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general staff",1,1,1 ], "military policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general staff",1,1,1 ], "officers assigned to advise senior officers in the planning and execution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general strike",1,1,1 ], "a strike by all or most of the workers of a country, province, city, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general strike",1,1,1 ], "esp| (caps|) such a strike that took place in Britain in 1926" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "gravitational forces are equivalent to forces caused by acceleration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "general theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "special theory of relativity to include acceleration and leading to the conclusion that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "the theory of gravitation, developed by Einstein in 1916, extending the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,1 ], "common; widespread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,10 ], "relating to or involving the entire body or many of its parts; systemic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,2 ], "of a group, category, or community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,2 ], "of, including, applying to, or participated in by all or most of the members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,3 ], "relating to various branches of an activity, profession, etc|; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,3 ], "specialized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,4 ], "including various or miscellaneous items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,5 ], "not specific as to detail; overall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,6 ], "not definite; vague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,7 ], "applicable or true in most cases; usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,8 ], "having superior or extended authority or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,9 ], "designating a degree awarded at some universities, studied at a lower academic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,1,9 ], "standard than an honours degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,1 ], "an officer of a rank senior to lieutenant general, esp| one who commands a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,1 ], "large military formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,2 ], "any person who applies strategy or tactics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,3 ], "a general condition or principle: opposed to particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,4 ], "a title for the head of a religious order, congregation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,5 ], "short for general anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,6 ], "the people; public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "general",1,2,7 ], "in general| generally; mostly or usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalissimo",1,1,1 ], "a supreme commander of combined military, naval, and air forces, esp| one who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalissimo",1,1,1 ], "wields political as well as military power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who is knowledgeable in many fields of study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generality",1,1,1 ], "a principle or observation having general application, esp| when imprecise or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generality",1,1,1 ], "unable to be proved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generality",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generality",1,1,3 ], "the majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalization",1,1,1 ], "a principle, theory, etc|, with general application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalization",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of generalizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalization",1,1,3 ], "stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generalization",1,1,3 ], "the process of evoking by certain stimuli a response learned to a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalization",1,1,4 ], "(existential generalization)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "generalization",1,1,4 ], "a proposition asserting the truth of something either for all members of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalization",1,1,4 ], "class (universal generalization) or for one or more particular members of a class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generalize",1,1,1 ], "etc|); infer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generalize",1,1,1 ], "to form (general principles or conclusions) from (detailed facts, experience," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalize",1,2,1 ], "to think or speak in generalities, esp| in a prejudiced way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalize",1,3,1 ], "to cause to become widely used or known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalize",1,4,1 ], "(of a disease)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalize",1,4,1,1 ], "to spread throughout the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalize",1,4,1,2 ], "to change from a localized infection or condition to a systemic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalized other",1,1,1 ], "an individual's concept of other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generally",1,1,1 ], "usually; as a rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generally",1,1,2 ], "commonly or widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generally",1,1,3 ], "without reference to specific details or facts; broadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalship",1,1,1 ], "formations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generalship",1,1,1 ], "the art or duties of exercising command of a major military formation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generalship",1,1,2 ], "tactical or administrative skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generate",1,1,1 ], "to produce or bring into being; create" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generate",1,1,2 ], "to produce (electricity), esp| in a power station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generate",1,1,3 ], "to produce (a substance) by a chemical process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generate",1,1,4 ], "to provide a precise criterion or specification for membership in (a set)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generate",1,1,5 ], "to trace or form by moving a point, line, or plane in a specific way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation gap",1,1,1 ], "follows it, esp| when regarded as representing the difference in outlook and the lack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generation gap",1,1,1 ], "of understanding between them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "generation gap",1,1,1 ], "the years separating one generation from the generation that precedes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,1 ], "offspring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of bringing into being; production or reproduction, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,2 ], "a successive stage in natural descent of people or animals or the individuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,2 ], "produced at each stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,3 ], "the normal or average time between two such generations of a species: about 35" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,3 ], "years for humans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,4 ], "a phase or form in the life cycle of a plant or animal characterized by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,4 ], "particular type of reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,5 ], "all the people of approximately the same age, esp| when considered as sharing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,5 ], "certain attitudes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,6 ], "production of electricity, heat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,7 ], "a set of nuclei formed directly from a preceding set in a chain reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,7,1 ], "belonging to a generation specified as having been born in or as having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,7,1 ], "parents, grandparents, etc|, born in a given country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,7,2 ], "belonging to a specified stage of development in manufacture, usually implying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generation",1,1,7,2 ], "improvement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generative grammar",1,1,1 ], "a description of a language in terms of explicit rules that ideally generate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generative grammar",1,1,1 ], "all and only the grammatical sentences of the language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generative semantics",1,1,1 ], "a school of semantic theory based on the doctrine that syntactic and semantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generative semantics",1,1,1 ], "mind that relates surface structure to meaning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "generative semantics",1,1,1 ], "structure are of the same formal nature and that there is a single system of rules in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generative",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the production of offspring, parts, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generative",1,1,2 ], "capable of producing or originating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generator",1,1,1,1 ], "any device for converting mechanical energy into electrical energy by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generator",1,1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic induction, esp| a large one as in a power station" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generator",1,1,1,2 ], "a device for producing a voltage electrostatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generator",1,1,1,3 ], "any device that converts one form of energy into another form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generator",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for producing a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generator",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that generates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generatrix",1,1,1 ], "a point, line, or plane that is moved in a specific way to produce a geometric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generatrix",1,1,1 ], "figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generic",1,1,1 ], "applicable or referring to a whole class or group; general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to a genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generic",1,1,3 ], "(of a drug) not having a trademark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generosity",1,1,1 ], "magnanimity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "generosity",1,1,1 ], "willingness and liberality in giving away one's money, time, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generosity",1,1,2 ], "freedom from pettiness in character and mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generosity",1,1,3 ], "a generous act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generosity",1,1,4 ], "abundance; plenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generous",1,1,1 ], "willing and liberal in giving away one's money, time, etc|; munificent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generous",1,1,2 ], "free from pettiness in character and mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generous",1,1,3 ], "full or plentiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generous",1,1,4 ], "(of wine) rich in alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "generous",1,1,5 ], "(of a soil type) fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genesis",1,1,1 ], "a beginning or origin of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genet",1,1,1 ], "any agile catlike viverrine mammal of the genus Genetta, inhabiting wooded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genet",1,1,1 ], "fur, and a very long tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "genet",1,1,1 ], "regions of Africa and S Europe, having an elongated head, thick spotted or blotched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genet",1,1,2 ], "the fur of such an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genet",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete spelling of jennet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genetic code",1,1,1 ], "bases are arranged in groups of three in a specific order, each group acting as a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "genetic code",1,1,1 ], "the order in which the nitrogenous bases of DNA are arranged in the molecule," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genetic code",1,1,1 ], "unit (codon), which specifies a particular amino acid" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "genetic code",1,1,1 ], "which determines the type and amount of protein synthesized in the cell| The four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genetic engineering",1,1,1 ], "alteration of the structure of the chromosomes in living organisms so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genetic engineering",1,1,1 ], "produce effects beneficial to man in agriculture, medicine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to genetics, genes, or the origin of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geneticist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies or specializes in genetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genetics",1,1,1 ], "the study of heredity and variation in organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genetics",1,1,2 ], "the genetic features and constitution of a single organism, species, or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genial",1,1,1 ], "cheerful, easygoing, and warm in manner or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genial",1,1,2 ], "pleasantly warm, so as to give life, growth, or health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genial",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a gene or genes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geniculate",1,1,1 ], "bent at a sharp angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geniculate",1,1,2 ], "having a joint or joints capable of bending sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genie",1,1,1 ], "(in fairy tales and stories) a servant who appears by magic and fulfils a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genie",1,1,1 ], "person's wishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genie",1,1,2 ], "another word for jinni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genii",1,1,1 ], "the plural of genius 6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genip",1,1,1 ], "another word for genipap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genipap",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen West Indian rubiaceous tree, Genipa americana, with reddish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genipap",1,1,1 ], "edible orange-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genipap",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genital",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sexual organs or to reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genital",1,1,2 ], "affectionate relationship with one's sex partner is established" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genital",1,1,2 ], "relating to the mature stage of psychosexual development in which an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genitals",1,1,1 ], "and vagina of a female" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genitals",1,1,1 ], "the sexual organs; the testicles and penis of a male or the labia, clitoris," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genitive",1,1,1 ], "denoting a case of nouns, pronouns, and adjectives in inflected languages used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genitive",1,1,1 ], "of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "genitive",1,1,1 ], "to indicate a relation of ownership or association, usually translated by English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genitive",1,2,1,1 ], "the genitive case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genitive",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in this case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genitor",1,1,1 ], "the biological father as distinguished from the pater or legal father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genitourinary",1,1,1 ], "another name for urogenital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genit|",1,1,1 ], "genitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genius loci",1,1,1 ], "the guardian spirit of a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genius loci",1,1,2 ], "the special atmosphere of a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 1],"1genii |",1). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 2],"a person with exceptional ability, esp| of a highly original kind",1). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 3],"such ability or capacity",1). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 4],"the distinctive spirit or creative nature of a nation, era, language, etc",1). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"the guiding spirit who attends a person from birth to death",1). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"the guardian spirit of a place, group of people, or institution",1). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 5],"a person considered as exerting great influence of a certain sort",1). c_DEF([ "genius" ,1, 1, 6],"a demon; jinn",1). c_DEF([ "genizah",1,1,1 ], "a room in a synagogue for storing books, sacred objects, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genoa",1,1,1 ], "a large triangular jib sail, often with a foot that extends as far aft as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genoa",1,1,1 ], "clew of the mainsail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genoa",1,1,2 ], "Sometimes shortened to genny, jenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genocide",1,1,1 ], "the policy of deliberately killing a nationality or ethnic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genome",1,1,1 ], "the complement of haploid chromosomes contained in a single gamete or nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genotype",1,1,1 ], "the genetic constitution of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genotype",1,1,2 ], "a group of organisms with the same genetic constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genre",1,1,1 ], "kind, category, or sort, esp| of literary or artistic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genre",1,1,1,1 ], "a category of painting in which domestic scenes or incidents from everyday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genre",1,1,1,1 ], "life are depicted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genre",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genro",1,1,1 ], "20th-century Japan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genro",1,1,1 ], "a group of highly respected elder statesmen in late 19th- and early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genro",1,1,2 ], "a member of this group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gens",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) any of a group of aristocratic families, having a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gens",1,1,1 ], "name and claiming descent from a common ancestor in the male line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gens",1,1,2 ], "a group based on descent in the male line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gent",1,1,1 ], "short for gentleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genteel",1,1,1 ], "respectable, polite, and well-bred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genteel",1,1,2 ], "appropriate to polite or fashionable society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genteel",1,1,3 ], "affectedly proper or refined; excessively polite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genteelism",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase used in place of a less genteel one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentian blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a purplish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentian blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentian violet",1,1,1 ], "a greenish crystalline substance, obtained from rosaniline, that forms a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentian violet",1,1,1 ], "burns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gentian violet",1,1,1 ], "violet solution in water, used as an indicator, antiseptic, and in the treatment of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentian",1,1,1 ], "any gentianaceous plant of the genus Gentiana, having blue, yellow, white, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentian",1,1,1 ], "red showy flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentian",1,1,2 ], "the bitter-tasting dried rhizome and roots of Gentiana lutea , which can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentian",1,1,2 ], "used as a tonic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentian",1,1,3 ], "any of several similar plants, such as the horse gentian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentianaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Gentianaceae, a family of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentianaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants that includes centaury, felwort, and gentian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentianella",1,1,1 ], "any of various gentianaceous plants, esp| the alpine species Gentiana acaulis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentianella",1,1,1 ], "which has showy blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentile",1,1,1 ], "denoting an adjective or proper noun used to designate a place or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentile",1,1,1 ], "inhabitants of a place, as Spanish and Spaniard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentile",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a tribe or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentilesse",1,1,1 ], "politeness or good breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentility",1,1,1 ], "respectability and polite good breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentility",1,1,2 ], "affected politeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentility",1,1,3 ], "noble birth or ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentility",1,1,4 ], "people of noble birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle breeze",1,1,1 ], "a light breeze of force three on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,1,1 ], "having a mild or kindly nature or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,1,2 ], "soft or temperate; mild; moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,1,3 ], "gradual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,1,4 ], "easily controlled; tame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,1,5 ], "of good breeding; noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,1,6 ], "gallant; chivalrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,2,1 ], "to tame or subdue (a horse, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,2,2 ], "to appease or mollify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,2,3 ], "to ennoble or dignify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,3,1 ], "a maggot, esp| when used as bait in fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentle",1,3,2 ], "a person who is of good breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentlefolk",1,1,1 ], "persons regarded as being of good breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,1 ], "a man regarded as having qualities of refinement associated with a good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,1 ], "family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,2 ], "a man who is cultured, courteous, and well-educated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,3 ], "a polite name for a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,4 ], "gentleman)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,4 ], "the personal servant of a gentleman (esp| in the phrase gentleman's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,5 ], "a man of gentle birth, who was entitled to bear arms, ranking above a yeoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,5 ], "in social position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman",1,1,6 ], "(formerly) a euphemistic word for a smuggler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman-at-arms",1,1,1 ], "a member of the guard who attend the British sovereign on ceremonial and state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman-at-arms",1,1,1 ], "occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman-farmer",1,1,1 ], "a person who engages in farming but does not depend on it for his living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleman-farmer",1,1,2 ], "a person who owns farmland but does not farm it personally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentlemen's agreement",1,1,1 ], "a personal understanding or arrangement based on honour and not legally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentlemen's agreement",1,1,1 ], "binding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentleness",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being gentle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentleness",1,1,2 ], "a property of elementary particles, conserved in certain strong interactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentlewoman",1,1,1 ], "a woman regarded as being of good family or breeding; lady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentlewoman",1,1,2 ], "a woman who is cultured, courteous, and well-educated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentrification",1,1,1 ], "a process by which middle-class people take up residence in a traditionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentrification",1,1,1 ], "working-class area of a city, changing the character of the area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gentry",1,1,1 ], "persons of high birth or social standing; aristocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gentry",1,1,2 ], "persons just below the nobility in social rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gents",1,1,1 ], "a men's public lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genu",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genu",1,1,2 ], "any kneelike bend in a structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genuflect",1,1,1 ], "to act in a servile or deferential manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genuflect",1,1,2 ], "Blessed Sacrament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genuflect",1,1,2 ], "to bend one or both knees as a sign of reverence, esp| when passing before the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genuine",1,1,1 ], "not fake or counterfeit; original; real; authentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genuine",1,1,2 ], "not pretending; frank; sincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genuine",1,1,3 ], "being of authentic or original stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genus",1,1,1 ], "any of the taxonomic groups into which a family is divided and which contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genus",1,1,1 ], "one or more species| For example, Vulpes (foxes) is a genus of the dog family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genus",1,1,2 ], "a class of objects or individuals that can be divided into two or more groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "genus",1,1,2 ], "or species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "genus",1,1,3 ], "a class, group, etc|, with common characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gen|",1,1,1 ], "gender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gen|",1,1,2 ], "general(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gen|",1,1,3 ], "generator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gen|",1,1,4 ], "generic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gen|",1,1,5 ], "genitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gen|",1,1,6 ], "genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geocentric",1,1,1 ], "having the earth at its centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geocentric",1,1,2 ], "measured from or relating to the centre of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the chemistry of the earth's crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geochronology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geology concerned with ordering events in the earth's history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geode",1,1,1 ], "a cavity, usually lined with crystals, within a rock mass or nodule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodesic dome",1,1,1 ], "a light structural framework arranged as a set of polygons in the form of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodesic dome",1,1,1 ], "shell and covered with sheeting made of plastic, plywood, metal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geodesic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or involving the geometry of curved surfaces| -" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodesic",1,2,1 ], "the shortest line between two points on a curved or plane surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodesy",1,1,1 ], "geographical points and the shape and size of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geodesy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with determining the exact position of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodetic surveying",1,1,1 ], "giving an accurate framework for lower-order surveys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geodetic surveying",1,1,1 ], "the surveying of the earth's surface, making allowance for its curvature and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to geodesy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodetic",1,1,2 ], "another word for geodesic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geodynamics",1,1,1 ], "earth's crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the forces within the earth that affect the structure of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geod|",1,1,1 ], "geodesy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geod|",1,1,2 ], "geodetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geognosy",1,1,1 ], "the study of the structure and composition of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geographical determinism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that human activity is determined by geographical conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geographical mile",1,1,1 ], "another name for nautical mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geography",1,1,1 ], "the study of the natural features of the earth's surface, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geography",1,1,1 ], "topography, climate, soil, vegetation, etc|, and man's response to them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geography",1,1,2 ], "the natural features of a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geography",1,1,3 ], "an arrangement of constituent parts; plan; layout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geog|",1,1,1 ], "geographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geog|",1,1,2 ], "geographic(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geog|",1,1,3 ], "geography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geoid",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical surface that corresponds to mean sea level and extends at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geoid",1,1,1 ], "same level under the continents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geoid",1,1,2 ], "the shape of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geologize",1,1,1 ], "to study the geological features of (an area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geology",1,1,1 ], "earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of the origin, history, structure, and composition of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geology",1,1,2 ], "the geological features of a district or country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geol|",1,1,1 ], "geologic(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geol|",1,1,2 ], "geologist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geol|",1,1,3 ], "geology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geomagnetism",1,1,1 ], "the magnetic field of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geomagnetism",1,1,2 ], "the branch of physics concerned with this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geomancy",1,1,1 ], "are drawn at random and connected with lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geomancy",1,1,1 ], "prophecy from the pattern made when a handful of earth is cast down or dots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geomechanics",1,1,1 ], "the study and application of rock and soil mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometer",1,1,1 ], "a person who is practised in or who studies geometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric mean",1,1,1 ], "the average value of a set of n integers, terms, or quantities, expressed as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric mean",1,1,1 ], "the nth root of their product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geometric pace",1,1,1 ], "a modern form of a Roman pace, a measure of length taken as 5 feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric progression",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of numbers, each of which differs from the succeeding one by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric progression",1,1,1 ], "constant ratio, as 1, 2, 4, 8, ||" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geometric series",1,1,1 ], "a geometric progression written as a sum, as in 1 + 2 + 4 + 8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or following the methods and principles of geometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, formed by, or characterized by points, lines, curves, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric",1,1,2 ], "surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geometric",1,1,3 ], "(of design or ornamentation) composed predominantly of simple geometric forms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometric",1,1,3 ], "such as circles, rectangles, triangles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geometrid",1,1,1 ], "any moth of the family Geometridae, the larvae of which are called measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometrid",1,1,1 ], "worms, inchworms, or loopers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geometrid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Geometridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometrize",1,1,1 ], "to use or apply geometric methods or principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometrize",1,1,2 ], "to represent in geometric form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometry",1,1,1 ], "measurement of points, lines, curves, and surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mathematics concerned with the properties, relationships, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometry",1,1,1,1 ], "any branch of geometry using a particular notation or set of assumptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometry",1,1,1,2 ], "any branch of geometry referring to a particular set of objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometry",1,1,2 ], "a shape, configuration, or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geometry",1,1,3 ], "the shape of a solid or a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geomorphic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geomorphology",1,1,1 ], "development of the topographical features of the earth's crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geomorphology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geology that is concerned with the structure, origin, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geom|",1,1,1 ], "geometric(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geom|",1,1,2 ], "geometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geophagy" ,1, 1, 1],"the practice of eating earth, clay, chalk, etc|, found in some primitive",1). c_DEF([ "geophagy" ,1, 1, 1],"tribes",2). c_DEF([ "geophysics",1,1,1 ], "earth| It includes seismology, meteorology, and oceanography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geophysics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geology that uses physics to examine the properties of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geophyte",1,1,1 ], "a perennial plant that propagates by means of buds below the soil surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geopolitics",1,1,1 ], "international politics; political geography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geopolitics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the effect of geographical factors on politics, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geopolitics",1,1,2 ], "area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geopolitics",1,1,2 ], "the combination of geographical and political factors affecting a country or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geoponic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to agriculture, esp| as a science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geoponic",1,1,2 ], "rural; rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geoponics",1,1,1 ], "the science of agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "georgette",1,1,1,1 ], "a thin silk or cotton crepe fabric with a mat finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "georgette",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "georgic",1,1,1 ], "agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "georgic",1,2,1 ], "a poem about rural or agricultural life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geoscience",1,1,1 ], "any science, such as geology, geophysics, geochemistry, or geodesy, concerned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geoscience",1,1,1 ], "with the earth; an earth science" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geoscience",1,1,2 ], "these sciences collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geosphere",1,1,1 ], "another name for lithosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geostatic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the pressure exerted by a mass of rock or a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geostatic",1,1,1 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geostatic",1,1,2 ], "(of a construction) able to resist the pressure of a mass of earth or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geostatic",1,1,2 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geostatics",1,1,1 ], "balance of forces within the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geostatics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the statics of rigid bodies, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geostrategy",1,1,1 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geostrategy",1,1,1 ], "the study of geopolitics and strategics, esp| as they affect the analysis of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geostrophic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by the force produced by the rotation of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geosyncline",1,1,1 ], "a broad elongated depression in the earth's crust containing great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geosyncline",1,1,1 ], "thicknesses of sediment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geotaxis",1,1,1 ], "movement of an organism in response to the stimulus of gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geotectonic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the formation, arrangement, and structure of the rocks of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geotectonic",1,1,1 ], "the earth's crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geothermal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the heat in the interior of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geotropism",1,1,1 ], "geotropism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "geotropism",1,1,1 ], "grow upwards irrespective of the position in which they are placed, show negative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geotropism",1,1,1 ], "the response of a plant part to the stimulus of gravity| Plant stems, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerah",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Hebrew unit of weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerah",1,1,2 ], "an ancient Hebrew coin equal to one twentieth of a shekel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geraniaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Geraniaceae, a family of plants with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geraniaceous",1,1,1 ], "storksbill, and cranesbill" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "geraniaceous",1,1,1 ], "typically hairy stems and beaklike fruits: includes the geranium, pelargonium," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geranial",1,1,1 ], "the cis- isomer of citral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geraniol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or pale yellow terpine alcohol with an odour of roses, found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geraniol",1,1,1 ], "many essential oils: used in perfumery| Formula: C10H18O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geranium",1,1,1 ], "any cultivated geraniaceous plant of the genus Pelargonium, having scarlet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geranium",1,1,1 ], "pink, or white showy flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geranium",1,1,2 ], "Robert, having divided leaves and pink or purplish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geranium",1,1,2 ], "any geraniaceous plant of the genus Geranium, such as cranesbill and herb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geranium",1,1,3 ], "a strong red to a moderate or strong pink colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geratology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the elderly and the phenomena associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geratology",1,1,1 ], "with ageing; geriatrics and gerontology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gerbil",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing rodent of the subfamily Gerbillinae, inhabiting hot dry regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerbil",1,1,1 ], "of Asia and Africa and having soft pale fur: family Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gerent",1,1,1 ], "a person who rules or manages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerenuk",1,1,1 ], "a slender E African antelope, Litocranius walleri, with a long thin neck and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerenuk",1,1,1 ], "backward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gerfalcon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gyrfalcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geriatric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to geriatrics or to elderly people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geriatric",1,2,1 ], "an elderly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geriatrician",1,1,1 ], "a physician who specializes in geriatrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geriatrics",1,1,1 ], "diseases affecting elderly people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "geriatrics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ cell",1,1,1 ], "a sexual reproductive cell; gamete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ layer",1,1,1 ], "any of the three layers of cells formed during gastrulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ plasm",1,1,1,1 ], "genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germ plasm",1,1,1,1 ], "the part of a germ cell that contains hereditary material; the chromosomes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ plasm",1,1,1,2 ], "the germ cells collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ plasm",1,1,2 ], "(in early theories) a type of protoplasm found only in the germ cells that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ plasm",1,1,2 ], "transmitted unchanged from generation to generation and gives rise to the body cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germ theory",1,1,1 ], "the theory that all infectious diseases are caused by microorganisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ theory",1,1,2 ], "growth and differentiation of germ cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germ theory",1,1,2 ], "the theory that living organisms develop from other living organisms by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ warfare",1,1,1 ], "the use of bacteria against an enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ",1,1,1 ], "a microorganism, esp| one that produces disease in animals or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ",1,1,2 ], "the rudimentary or initial form of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ",1,1,3 ], "a simple structure, such as a fertilized egg, that is capable of developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germ",1,1,3 ], "into a complete organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "german",1,1,1 ], "a dance consisting of complicated figures and changes of partners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "german",2,1,1 ], "(used in combination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "german",2,1,1,1 ], "having the same parents as oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "german",2,1,1,2 ], "having a parent that is a brother or sister of either of one's own parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "german",2,1,2 ], "a less common word for germane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germander speedwell",1,1,1 ], "a creeping scrophulariaceous Eurasian plant, Veronica chamaedrys, naturalized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germander speedwell",1,1,1 ], "in North America, having small bright blue flowers with white centres| Usual U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germander speedwell",1,1,1 ], "name: bird's-eye speedwell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "germander",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Teucrium, esp| T| chamaedrys of Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germander",1,1,1 ], "having two-lipped flowers with a very small upper lip: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germander",1,1,2 ], "(labiates)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germane",1,1,1 ], "related (to the topic being considered) akin relevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germanic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing germanium in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germanite",1,1,1 ], "a mineral consisting of a complex copper arsenic sulphide containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germanite",1,1,1 ], "germanium, gallium, iron, zinc, and lead: an ore of germanium and gallium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germanium",1,1,1 ], "a brittle crystalline grey element that is a semiconducting metalloid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germanium",1,1,1 ], "and to strengthen and harden alloys| Symbol: Ge; atomic no|: 32; atomic wt|: 72|59;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "germanium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "germanium",1,1,1 ], "occurring principally in zinc ores and argyrodite: used in transistors, as a catalyst," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germanium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2 or 4; relative density: 5|32; melting pt|: 937|4 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2830" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "germanous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing germanium in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germen",1,1,1 ], "the mass of undifferentiated cells that gives rise to the germ cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germicide",1,1,1 ], "any substance that kills germs or other microorganisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinal disc",1,1,1 ], "another name for blastoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinal vesicle",1,1,1 ], "the large nucleus of an oocyte before it develops into an ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like germs or a germ cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinal",1,1,2 ], "of, or in the earliest stage of development; embryonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinant",1,1,1 ], "in the process of germinating; sprouting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinate",1,1,1 ], "new tissue following increased metabolism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "germinate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (seeds or spores) to sprout or (of seeds or spores) to sprout or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinate",1,1,2 ], "to grow or cause to grow; develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "germinate",1,1,3 ], "to come or bring into existence; originate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geronto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerontocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by old men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerontocracy",1,1,2 ], "a governing body of old men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerontology",1,1,1 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gerontology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of ageing and the problems associated with elderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerrymander",1,1,1 ], "to divide the constituencies of (a voting area) so as to give one party an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerrymander",1,1,1 ], "unfair advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gerrymander",1,1,2 ], "to manipulate or adapt to one's advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerrymander",1,2,1 ], "an act or result of gerrymandering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerund",1,1,1 ], "a noun formed from a verb, denoting an action or state| In English, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerund",1,1,1 ], "gerund, like the present participle, is formed in -ing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gerundive",1,1,1 ], "(in Latin grammar) an adjective formed from a verb, expressing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gerundive",1,1,1 ], "desirability, etc|, of the activity denoted by the verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gerundive",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the gerund or gerundive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ger|",1,1,1 ], "gerund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ger|",1,1,2 ], "gerundive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesellschaft",1,1,1 ], "(often cap|) a social group held together by practical concerns, formal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesellschaft",1,1,1 ], "impersonal relationships, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gesso",1,1,1 ], "Renaissance to prepare panels or canvas for painting or gilding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gesso",1,1,1 ], "a white ground of plaster and size, used esp| in the Middle Ages and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesso",1,1,2 ], "any white substance, esp| plaster of Paris, that forms a ground when mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesso",1,1,2 ], "with water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gest",1,1,1 ], "a notable deed or exploit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gest",1,1,2 ], "a tale of adventure or romance, esp| in verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gestalt",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|)a perceptual pattern or structure possessing qualities as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gestalt",1,1,1 ], "whole that cannot be described merely as a sum of its parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gestate",1,1,1 ], "to carry (developing young) in the uterus during pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gestation",1,1,1,1 ], "birth: about 266 days in humans, 624 days in elephants, and 63 days in cats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gestation",1,1,1,1 ], "the development of the embryo of a viviparous mammal, between conception and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gestation",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gestation",1,1,2 ], "the development of an idea or plan in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gestation",1,1,3 ], "the period of such a development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gestatorial chair",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial chair on which the pope is carried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesticulate",1,1,1 ], "to express by or make gestures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesticulation",1,1,1 ], "the act of gesticulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesticulation",1,1,2 ], "an animated or expressive gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesture",1,1,1 ], "a motion of the hands, head, or body to emphasize an idea or emotion, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesture",1,1,1 ], "while speaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gesture",1,1,2 ], "something said or done as a formality or as an indication of intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesture",1,1,3 ], "the manner in which a person bears himself; posture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesture",1,2,1 ], "to express by or make gestures; gesticulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gesundheit",1,1,1 ], "an expression used to wish good health to someone who has just sneezed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get about",1,1,1 ], "to move around, as when recovering from an illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get about",1,1,2 ], "to be socially active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get about",1,1,3 ], "(of news, rumour, etc|) to become known; spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get across",1,1,1 ], "to cross or cause or help to cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get across",1,1,2 ], "to be or cause to be readily understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get across",1,2,1 ], "to annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get ahead",1,1,1 ], "to be successful; prosper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get ahead",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of) to surpass or excel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get along",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with) to be friendly or compatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get along",1,1,2 ], "to manage, cope, or fare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get along",1,1,3 ], "to go or move away; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get along",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation indicating mild disbelief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get at",1,1,1 ], "to gain access to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get at",1,1,2 ], "to mean or intend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get at",1,1,3 ], "to irritate or annoy persistently; criticize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get at",1,1,4 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "get at",1,1,4 ], "to influence or seek to influence, esp| illegally by bribery, intimidation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 1, 1],"to make an escape; leave",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 1, 2],"to make a start",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"to steal and escape (with money, goods, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"to do (something wrong, illegal, etc|) without being discovered or punished or",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"with only a minor punishment",2). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 1, 3],"get away with",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 2, 1],"an exclamation indicating mild disbelief",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 3, 1],"the act of escaping, esp| by criminals",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 3, 2],"a start or acceleration",1). c_DEF([ "get away" ,1, 3, 3],"as modifier used for escaping",1). c_DEF([ "get back",1,1,1 ], "to recover or retrieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get back",1,2,1 ], "to return, esp| to a former position or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get back",1,3,1 ], "to retaliate (against); wreak vengeance (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get back",1,3,2 ], "get one's own back| Informal| to obtain one's revenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get by",1,1,1 ], "to pass; go past or overtake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get by",1,2,1 ], "to manage, esp| in spite of difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get by",1,3,1 ], "to be accepted or permitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get down",1,1,1 ], "to dismount or descend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get down",1,2,1 ], "to bring down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get down",1,3,1 ], "to write down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get down",1,4,1 ], "to make depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get down",1,5,1 ], "to swallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get down",1,6,1 ], "business or brass tacks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "get down",1,6,1 ], "to attend seriously (to); concentrate (on)(esp| in the phrases get down to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,1,1 ], "to enter a car, train, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,2,1 ], "to arrive, esp| at one's home or place of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,3,1 ], "to bring in or inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,4,1 ], "to insert or slip in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,5,1 ], "to gather or collect (crops, debts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,6,1 ], "to ask (a person, esp| a specialist) to give a service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,6,2 ], "to be elected or cause to be elected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,7,1 ], "to succeed in doing (something), esp| during a specified period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,8,1 ], "to obtain a place at university, college, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,8,2 ], "(foll| by on) to join or cause to join (an activity or organization)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get in",1,8,3 ], "get in with| to be or cause to be on friendly terms with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,1,1 ], "to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,2,1 ], "to reach (a destination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,2,2 ], "to get dressed in (clothes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,3,1 ], "to preoccupy or obsess (a person's emotions or thoughts)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,3,2 ], "to assume or cause to assume (a specified condition, habit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,3,3 ], "to be elected to or cause to be elected to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,3,4 ], "to become or cause to become familiar with (a skill)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,3,5 ], "book)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "get into",1,3,5 ], "to develop or cause to develop an absorbing interest in (a hobby, subject, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,1,1 ], "to escape the consequences of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,1,2 ], "to be or cause to be acquitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,1,3 ], "to depart or cause to depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,2,1 ], "to descend (from a bus, train, etc|); dismount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,2,2 ], "to move or cause to move to a distance (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,3,1 ], "to remove; take off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,3,2 ], "to go or send to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,3,3 ], "to send (letters) or (of letters) to be sent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,3,4 ], "get off with| Brit| informal| to establish a sexual relationship (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,4,1 ], "to become high on heroin or some other drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get off",1,4,2 ], "tell (someone) where to get off| Informal| to rebuke or criticize harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,1,1 ], "Also (when prep|): get onto| to board or cause or help to board (a bus, train," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,2,1 ], "to dress in (clothes as specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,3,1 ], "to grow late or (of time) to elapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,4,1 ], "(of a person) to grow old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,5,1 ], "to approach (a time, age, amount, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,6,1 ], "to make progress, manage, or fare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,6,2 ], "to establish a friendly relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,7,1 ], "to continue to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,7,2 ], "to take drugs for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get on",1,8,1 ], "I don't believe you!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get onto",1,1,1 ], "to board or cause or help to board (a bus, train, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get onto",1,2,1 ], "to make contact with; communicate with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get onto",1,3,1 ], "to become aware of (something illicit or secret)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get onto",1,3,2 ], "to deliver a demand, request, or rebuke to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get over",1,1,1 ], "to cross or surmount (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get over",1,2,1 ], "to recover from (an illness, shock, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get over",1,3,1 ], "to overcome or master (a problem)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get over",1,4,1 ], "to appreciate fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get over",1,5,1 ], "to communicate effectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get over",1,6,1 ], "to bring (something necessary but unpleasant) to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get round",1,1,1 ], "to circumvent or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get round",1,1,2 ], "to have one's way with; cajole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get round",1,1,3 ], "to evade (a law or rules)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get round",1,1,4 ], "to reach or come to at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get through",1,1,1 ], "to succeed or cause or help to succeed in an examination, test, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get through",1,1,2 ], "to bring or come to a destination, esp| after overcoming problems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get through",1,1,3 ], "to contact or cause to contact, as by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get through",1,2,1 ], "to use, spend, or consume (money, supplies, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get through",1,2,2 ], "to complete or cause to complete (a task, process, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get through",1,2,3 ], "to reach the awareness and understanding (of a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get through",1,3,1 ], "to obtain drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 1, 1],"to wake and rise from one's bed or cause to wake and rise from bed",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 2, 1],"to rise to one's feet; stand up",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 2, 2],"to ascend or cause to ascend",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 2, 3],"to mount or help to mount (a bicycle, horse, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 2, 4],"to increase or cause to increase in strength",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 3, 1],"to dress (oneself) in a particular way, esp| showily or elaborately",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 4, 1],"to devise or create",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 5, 1],"to study or improve one's knowledge of",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 6, 1],"to be involved in",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 7, 1],"n$D| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 7, 2],"a costume or outfit, esp| one that is striking or bizarre",1). c_DEF([ "get up" ,1, 7, 3],"the arrangement or production of a book, etc",1). c_DEF([ "get",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to come into possession of; receive or earn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,1,2 ], "to bring or fetch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,1,3 ], "to contract or be affected by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,1,4 ], "to capture or seize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,1,5 ], "to become or cause to become or act as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,2,1 ], "to succeed in going, coming, leaving, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,2,2 ], "to manage or contrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,2,3 ], "to make ready or prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,2,4 ], "to hear, notice, or understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,2,5 ], "to learn or master by study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,1 ], "to come (to) or arrive (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,10 ], "to hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,11 ], "to be revenged on, esp| by killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,11,1 ], "(foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,12 ], "to gain access (to a person) with the purpose of bribing him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,12,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to obtain access (to someone) and kill or silence him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,13 ], "to have the better of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,2 ], "to catch or enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,3 ], "to induce or persuade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,4 ], "to reach by calculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,5 ], "to receive (a broadcast signal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,6 ], "to communicate with (a person or place), as by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,7 ], "to have an emotional effect (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,8 ], "to annoy or irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,3,9 ], "to bring a person into a difficult position from which he cannot escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,1 ], "to begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,2 ], "(used as a command)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,3 ], "go! leave now!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,4 ], "to beget or conceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,5 ], "get even with| Informal| to settle an account with; pay back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,6 ], "get it Informal| to suffer a reprimand, punishment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,7 ], "get with it| Slang| to allow oneself to respond to new ideas, styles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,4,8 ], "get with child| Archaic| to make pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,5,1 ], "the act of begetting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,5,2 ], "something begotten; offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,5,3 ], "a variant of git" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get",1,5,4 ], "(in tennis, etc|) a successful return of a shot that was difficult to reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get-at-able",1,1,1 ], "accessible|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 1, 1],"a small informal meeting or social gathering",1). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to gather or collect",1). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) (of people) to meet socially",1). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) to discuss, esp| in order to reach an agreement",1). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 2, 4, 1],"particular field of activity",2). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 2, 4, 1],"to achieve one's full potential, either generally as a person or in a",1). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"to achieve a harmonious frame of mind",1). c_DEF([ "get-together" ,1, 2, 4],"get it together| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "get-up-and-go",1,1,1 ], "energy, drive, or ambition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 1, 1],"dismissing a person",2). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 1, 1],"to leave or escape or cause to leave or escape: used in the imperative when",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 1, 2],"to make or become known; publish or be published",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 2, 1],"to express with difficulty",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 3, 1],"to extract (information or money)(from a person)",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 4, 1],"to gain or receive something, esp| something of significance or value",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 4, 2],"(foll| by of) to avoid or cause to avoid",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 5, 1],"to solve (a puzzle or problem) successfully",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 5, 2],"to dismiss or be dismissed",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 6, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "getet out" ,1, 6, 2],"an escape, as from a difficult situation",1). c_DEF([ "getter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that gets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "getter",1,1,2 ], "a substance, usually a metal such as titanium, evaporated onto the walls of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "getter",1,1,2 ], "vacuum tube, vessel, etc|, to adsorb the residual gas and lower the pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "getter",1,2,1 ], "to remove (a gas) by the action of a getter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geum",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous plant of the rosaceous genus Geum, having compound leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geum",1,1,1 ], "red, orange, yellow, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gewgaw",1,1,1 ], "a showy but valueless trinket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gewgaw",1,2,1 ], "showy and valueless; gaudy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gey" ,1, 1, 1],"and Northumberland dialect",1). c_DEF([ "gey" ,1, 1, 2],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "gey" ,1, 1, 3],"m",1). c_DEF([ "geyser",1,1,1 ], "a spring that discharges steam and hot water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geyser",1,1,2 ], "a domestic gas water heater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geyserite",1,1,1 ], "a mineral form of hydrated silica resembling opal, deposited from the waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "geyserite",1,1,1 ], "of geysers and hot springs| Formula: SiO2|nH2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gharial",1,1,1 ], "another name for gavial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gharry",1,1,1 ], "a horse-drawn vehicle used in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghastly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghastly",1,1,2 ], "very bad or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghastly",1,1,3 ], "deathly pale; wan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghastly",1,1,4 ], "extremely unwell; ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghastly",1,1,5 ], "terrifying; horrible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghastly",1,2,1 ], "unhealthily; sickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghastly",1,2,2 ], "in a horrible or hideous manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghat",1,1,1 ], "(in India) stairs or a passage leading down to a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghat",1,1,2 ], "a place for bathing on the bank of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghat",1,1,3 ], "a mountain pass or mountain range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghaut",1,1,1 ], "a small cleft in a hill through which a rivulet runs down to the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghazi",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim fighter against infidels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghazi",1,1,2 ], "a Turkish warrior of high rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghee",1,1,1 ], "butter, clarified by boiling, used in Indian cookery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gherao",1,1,1 ], "a form of industrial action in India in which workers imprison their employers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gherao",1,1,1 ], "on the premises until their demands are met" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gherkin",1,1,1 ], "the small immature fruit of any of various cucumbers, used for pickling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gherkin",1,1,1,1 ], "a tropical American cucurbitaceous climbing plant, Cucumis anguria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gherkin",1,1,1,2 ], "the small spiny edible fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghetto",1,1,1 ], "a densely populated slum area of a city inhabited by a socially and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghetto",1,1,1 ], "economically deprived minority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghetto",1,1,2 ], "an area in a European city in which Jews were formerly required to live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghibli",1,1,1 ], "a fiercely hot wind of North Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghillie",1,1,1 ], "Scots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghillie",1,1,1 ], "a type of tongueless shoe with lacing up the instep, originally worn by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghillie",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of gillie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost dance",1,1,1 ], "a religious dance of certain North American Indians, connected with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost dance",1,1,1 ], "an idealized state of affairs before Europeans came" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ghost dance",1,1,1 ], "political movement (from about 1888) that looked to reunion with the dead and a return to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghost gum",1,1,1 ], "a eucalyptus tree with white trunk and branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost moth",1,1,1 ], "any of various large pale moths of the family Hepialidae that are active at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost moth",1,1,1 ], "dusk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghost town",1,1,1 ], "a deserted town, esp| one in the western U|S| that was formerly a boom town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost word",1,1,1 ], "a word that has entered the language through the perpetuation, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost word",1,1,1 ], "dictionaries, etc|, of an error" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,1 ], "pale or shadowy vision; phantom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,1 ], "the disembodied spirit of a dead person, supposed to haunt the living as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,2 ], "a haunting memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,3 ], "a faint trace or possibility of something; glimmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,4 ], "the spirit; soul (archaic, except in the phrase the Holy Ghost)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,4,1 ], "a faint secondary image produced by an optical system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,4,2 ], "a similar image on a television screen, formed by reflection of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,4,2 ], "transmitting waves or by a defect in the receiver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,5 ], "an entry recorded in a bibliography, etc|, of which no actual proof exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,1,6 ], "give up the ghost| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghost",1,3,1 ], "to haunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghostly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghostly",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling a ghost; spectral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghostly",1,1,3 ], "suggesting the presence of ghosts; eerie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghostly",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the soul or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghostwrite",1,1,1 ], "then credited as author| Often shortened to ghost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghostwrite",1,1,1 ], "to write (an autobiographical or other article) on behalf of a person who is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghoul",1,1,1 ], "a malevolent spirit or ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghoul",1,1,2 ], "a person interested in morbid or disgusting things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghoul",1,1,3 ], "a person who robs graves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghoul",1,1,4 ], "(in Muslim legend) an evil demon thought to eat human bodies, either stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ghoul",1,1,4 ], "corpses or children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ghyll",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gill ,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gi",1,1,1 ], "gill (unit of measure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant killer",1,1,1 ], "a person, sports team, etc|, that defeats an apparently superior opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant planet",1,1,1 ], "any of the planets Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant planet",1,1,1 ], "enormous mass, low density, and an extensive atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "giant powder",1,1,1 ], "dynamite composed of trinitroglycerin absorbed in kieselguhr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant star" ,1, 1, 1],"absolute magnitude between 2 and -2, a diameter up to 100 times that of the sun, and an",2). c_DEF([ "giant star" ,1, 1, 1],"any of a class of very bright stars, such as Capella and Arcturus, having an",1). c_DEF([ "giant star" ,1, 1, 1],"extremely low mean density| Sometimes shortened to ,giant",3). c_DEF([ "giant tortoise",1,1,1 ], "Seychelles, and certain other islands, weighing up to 225 kilograms (495 lbs|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "giant tortoise",1,1,1 ], "any of various very large tortoises of the genus Testudo, of the Galapagos," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,1,1 ], "Also (fem|): giantess | a mythical figure of superhuman size and strength," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,1,1 ], "esp| in folklore or fairy tales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing of exceptional size, reputation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,1,3 ], "any of the large and powerful offspring of Uranus (sky) and Gaea (earth) who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,1,3 ], "rebelled against the Olympian gods but were defeated in battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,1,4 ], "a person suffering from gigantism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,1,5 ], "another word for monitor ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,2,1 ], "remarkably or supernaturally large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giant",1,2,2 ], "another word for colossal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giantism",1,1,1 ], "another term for gigantism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giaour",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory term for a non-Muslim, esp| a Christian, used esp| by the Turks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gib" ,1, 1, 1],"a metal wedge, pad, or thrust bearing, esp| a brass plate let into a steam",1). c_DEF([ "gib" ,1, 1, 1],"engine crosshead",2). c_DEF([ "gib" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to fasten or supply with a gib",1). c_DEF([ "gib",2,1,1 ], "a male cat, esp| a castrated one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibber",1,1,1 ], "to utter rapidly and unintelligibly; prattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibber",1,2,1 ], "(of monkeys and related animals) to make characteristic chattering sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibber",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for gibberish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibber",2,1,1 ], "a stone or boulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibber",2,1,2 ], "of or relating to a dry flat area of land covered with wind-polished stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibberellic acid",1,1,1 ], "a giberellin| Formula: C19H22O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gibberellic acid",1,1,1 ], "a slightly soluble crystalline hormone extracted from fungi and other plants:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibberellin",1,1,1 ], "any of several plant hormones isolated from the fungus Gibberella fujikuroi," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibberellin",1,1,1 ], "plants, in the malting of barley, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gibberellin",1,1,1 ], "whose main action is to cause elongation of the stem: used in promoting the growth of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gibberish",1,1,1 ], "rapid chatter like that of monkeys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibberish",1,1,2 ], "incomprehensible talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbet",1,1,1,1 ], "a wooden structure resembling a gallows, from which the bodies of executed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbet",1,1,1,1 ], "criminals were formerly hung to public view" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gibbet",1,1,1,2 ], "a gallows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbet",1,2,1 ], "to put to death by hanging on a gibbet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbet",1,2,2 ], "to hang (a corpse) on a gibbet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbet",1,2,3 ], "to expose to public ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbon",1,1,1 ], "any small agile arboreal anthropoid ape of the genus Hylobates, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbon",1,1,1 ], "forests in S Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gibbosity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being gibbous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbosity",1,1,2 ], "a bulge or protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbous",1,1,1 ], "(of the moon or a planet) more than half but less than fully illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbous",1,1,2 ], "having a hunchback; hunchbacked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbous",1,1,3 ], "bulging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbsite",1,1,1 ], "a mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium oxide: a constituent of bauxite and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibbsite",1,1,1 ], "a source of alumina| Formula: Al(OH)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gibe",1,1,1 ], "to make jeering or scoffing remarks at; taunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibe",1,2,1 ], "a derisive or provoking remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibe",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of gybe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giblets",1,1,1 ], "the gizzard, liver, heart, and neck of a fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gibli",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ghibli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gid",1,1,1 ], "a disease of sheep characterized by an unsteady gait and staggering, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gid",1,1,1 ], "infestation of the brain with tapeworms (Taenia caenuris)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "giddap",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation used to make a horse go faster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gidgee",1,1,1 ], "a small acacia tree, Acacia cambagei, yielding useful timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gie",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift of tongues",1,1,1 ], "an utterance, partly or wholly unintelligible, produced under the influence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift of tongues",1,1,1 ], "ecstatic religious emotion and conceived to be a manifestation of the Holy Ghost:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gift of tongues",1,1,1 ], "practised in certain Christian churches, usually called Pentecostal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gift tax",1,1,1 ], "another name for capital transfer tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,1,1 ], "something given; a present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,1,2 ], "a special aptitude, ability, or power; talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,1,3 ], "gift)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,1,3 ], "the power or right to give or bestow (esp| in the phrases in the gift of, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,1,4 ], "the act or process of giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,1,5 ], "benefit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,1,5 ], "look a gift-horse in the mouth| to find fault with a free gift or chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,2,1 ], "to present (something) as a gift to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gift",1,2,2 ], "to endow with; bestow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gifted",1,1,1 ], "having or showing natural talent or aptitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giftwrap",1,1,1 ], "to wrap (an article intended as a gift) attractively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gig" ,1, 1, 1],"a light two-wheeled one-horse carriage without a hood",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,1, 1, 2],"a light tender for a vessel, often for the personal use of the captain",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,1, 1, 3],"a long light rowing boat, used esp| for racing",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,1, 1, 4],"a machine for raising the nap of a fabric",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to travel in a gig",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|)",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,1, 2, 3],"to raise the nap of (fabric)",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,2, 1, 1],"a cluster of barbless hooks drawn through a shoal of fish to try and impale",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,2, 1, 1],"them",2). c_DEF([ "gig" ,2, 1, 2],"short for ,fishgig",1). c_DEF([ "gig" ,2, 2, 1],"to catch (fish) with a gig",1). c_DEF([ "gig",3,1,1 ], "a job, esp| a single booking for jazz or pop musicians to play at a concert or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gig",3,1,1 ], "club" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gig",3,1,2 ], "the performance itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giga-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigahertz",1,1,1 ], "a unit of frequency equal to 10'9 hertz| Symbol: GHz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigantic",1,1,1 ], "very large; enormous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigantic",1,1,2 ], "of or suitable for giants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigantism",1,1,1 ], "excessive growth of the entire body, caused by over-production of growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigantism",1,1,1 ], "hormone by the pituitary gland during childhood or adolescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gigantism",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being gigantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigantomachy",1,1,1 ], "the war fought between the gods of Olympus and the rebelling giants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigantomachy",1,1,2 ], "any battle fought between or as if between giants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giggle house",1,1,1 ], "a lunatic asylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giggle",1,1,1 ], "to laugh nervously or foolishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giggle",1,2,1 ], "such a laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giggle",1,2,2 ], "for a giggle| Informal| as a joke or prank; not seriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigolo",1,1,1 ], "a man who is kept by a woman, esp| an older woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigolo",1,1,2 ], "a man who is paid to dance with or escort women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigot",1,1,1 ], "a leg of lamb or mutton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigot",1,1,2 ], "a leg-of-mutton sleeve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigue",1,1,1 ], "a piece of music, usually in six-eight time and often fugal, incorporated into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gigue",1,1,1 ], "the classical suite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gigue",1,1,2 ], "a formal couple dance of the 16th and 17th centuries, derived from the jig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilbert",1,1,1 ], "0|795,775 ampere-turn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gilbert",1,1,1 ], "a unit of magnetomotive force; the magnetomotive force resulting from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilbert",1,1,1 ], "passage of 4r abamperes through one turn of a coil| 1 gilbert is equivalent to 10/4r =" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gild",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cover with or as if with gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gild",1,1,2 ], "gild the lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gild",1,1,2,1 ], "to adorn unnecessarily something already beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gild",1,1,2,2 ], "to praise someone inordinately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gild",1,1,3 ], "to give a falsely attractive or valuable appearance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gild",1,1,4 ], "to smear with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gild",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of guild ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilder",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of guilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilding",1,1,1 ], "the act or art of applying gilt to a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilding",1,1,2 ], "the surface so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilding",1,1,3 ], "another word for gilt ,1 ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giles" ,1, 1, 1],"57th century a|d|, Greek hermit in France; patron saint of cripples, beggars,",1). c_DEF([ "giles" ,1, 1, 1],"and lepers|Feast day: Sept| 1",2). c_DEF([ "giles" ,1, 1, 2],"William Ernest Powell",1). c_DEF([ "giles" ,1, 1, 3],"1835-97, Australian explorer, born in England|He was noted esp| for his",1). c_DEF([ "giles" ,1, 1, 3],"exploration of the western desert (1875-76)",2). c_DEF([ "gilet",1,1,1 ], "a bodice resembling a waistcoat in a woman's dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilet",1,1,2 ], "such a bodice as part of a ballet dancer's costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilgai",1,1,1 ], "a natural water hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill fungus",1,1,1 ], "any fungus of the basidiomycetous family Agaricaceae, in which the spores are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill fungus",1,1,1 ], "produced on gills underneath a cap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gill net",1,1,1 ], "a net suspended vertically in the water to trap fish by their gills in its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill net",1,1,1 ], "meshes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gill pouch",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of paired linear pouches in chordate embryos, arising as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill pouch",1,1,1 ], "outgrowths of the wall of the pharynx| In fish and some amphibians they become the gill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gill pouch",1,1,1 ], "slits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gill slit",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of paired linear openings to the exterior from the sides of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill slit",1,1,1 ], "the pharynx in fishes and some amphibians| They contain the gills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gill",1,1,1 ], "molluscs, etc|;internal gills, within gill slits, occur in most fishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gill",1,1,1 ], "outgrowth well supplied with blood vessels| External gills occur in tadpoles, some" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gill",1,1,1 ], "the respiratory organ in many aquatic animals, consisting of a membrane or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",1,1,2 ], "any of the radiating leaflike spore-producing structures on the undersurface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",1,1,2 ], "of the cap of a mushroom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gill",1,2,1 ], "to catch (fish) or (of fish) to be caught in a gill net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",1,3,1 ], "to gut (fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",2,1,1 ], "a unit of liquid measure equal to one quarter of a pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",2,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",2,1,3 ], "half a pint, esp| of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",3,1,1 ], "a narrow stream; rivulet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",3,1,2 ], "a wooded ravine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",3,1,3 ], "a deep natural hole in rock; pothole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",4,1,1 ], "a girl or sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gill",4,1,2 ], "an archaic or dialect name for ground ivy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gillie",1,1,1 ], "an attendant or guide for hunting or fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gillie",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a Highland chieftain's male attendant or personal servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gillion",1,1,1 ], "one thousand million| U|S| equivalent: billion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gills",1,1,1 ], "the wattle of birds such as domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gills",1,1,2 ], "green around or about the gills| Informal| looking or feeling nauseated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gillyflower",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants having fragrant flowers, such as the stock and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gillyflower",1,1,1 ], "wallflower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gillyflower",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for carnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of gild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt",1,2,1 ], "gold or a substance simulating it, applied in gilding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt",1,2,2 ], "another word for gilding 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt",1,2,3 ], "superficial or false appearance of excellence; glamour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt",1,2,4 ], "a gilt-edged security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt",1,3,1 ], "covered with or as if with gold or gilt; gilded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt",2,1,1 ], "a young female pig, esp| one that has not had a litter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt-edged",1,1,1 ], "(of securities) dated over a short, medium, or long term, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilt-edged",1,1,1 ], "minimum risk and by redemption at par, and usually issued by the Government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gilt-edged",1,1,2 ], "(of books, papers, etc|) having gilded edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilthead",1,1,1 ], "a sparid fish, Sparus aurata, of Mediterranean and European Atlantic waters," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gilthead",1,1,1 ], "having a gold-coloured band between the eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gilthead",1,1,2 ], "any similar or related fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimbals",1,1,1 ], "a device, consisting of two or three pivoted rings at right angles to each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimbals",1,1,1 ], "compass, chronometer, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gimbals",1,1,1 ], "other, that provides free suspension in all planes for an object such as a gyroscope," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gimcrack",1,1,1 ], "cheap; shoddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimcrack",1,2,1 ], "a cheap showy trifle or gadget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimel",1,1,1 ], "gh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gimel",1,1,1 ], "the third letter of the Hebrew alphabet () transliterated as g or, when final," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimlet",1,1,1 ], "a small hand tool consisting of a pointed spiral tip attached at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimlet",1,1,1 ], "to a handle, used for boring small holes in wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gimlet",1,1,2 ], "a cocktail consisting of half gin or vodka and half lime juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimlet",1,2,1 ], "to make holes in (wood) using a gimlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimlet",1,3,1 ], "penetrating; piercing (esp| in the phrase gimlet-eyed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimmal",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of parts forming rotating joints for transmitting motion in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimmal",1,1,1 ], "light mechanisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gimme",1,1,1 ], "contraction of give me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimmick",1,1,1 ], "something designed to attract extra attention, interest, or publicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimmick",1,1,2 ], "any clever device, gadget, or stratagem, esp| one used to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimmick",1,1,3 ], "a device or trick of legerdemain that enables a magician to deceive the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gimmick",1,1,3 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gimp",1,1,1 ], "a tapelike trimming of silk, wool, or cotton, often stiffened with wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin palace",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a gaudy drinking-house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin rummy",1,1,1 ], "a version of rummy in which a player may go out if the odd cards outside his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin rummy",1,1,1 ], "sequences total less than ten points| Often shortened to gin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gin sling",1,1,1 ], "an iced drink made from gin and water, sweetened, and flavoured with lemon or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin sling",1,1,1 ], "lime juice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gin" ,2, 1, 1],"a primitive engine in which a vertical shaft is turned by horses driving a",1). c_DEF([ "gin" ,2, 1, 1],"horizontal beam or yoke in a circle",2). c_DEF([ "gin" ,2, 1, 2],"a machine of this type used for separating seeds from raw cotton",1). c_DEF([ "gin" ,2, 1, 3],"a trap for catching small mammals, consisting of a noose of thin strong wire",1). c_DEF([ "gin" ,2, 3, 1],"to free (cotton) of seeds with a gin",1). c_DEF([ "gin" ,2, 3, 2],"to trap or snare (game) with a gin",1). c_DEF([ "gin",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink obtained by distillation and rectification of the grain of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin",1,1,1 ], "malted barley, rye, or maize, flavoured with juniper berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gin",1,1,2 ], "any of various grain spirits flavoured with other fruit or aromatic essences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin",1,1,3 ], "an alcoholic drink made from any rectified spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin",3,1,1 ], "an archaic word for begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gin",4,1,1 ], "an Aboriginal woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger ale",1,1,1 ], "a sweetened effervescent nonalcoholic drink flavoured with ginger extract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger beer",1,1,1 ], "a slightly alcoholic drink made by fermenting a mixture of syrup and root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger beer",1,1,1 ], "ginger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ginger group",1,1,1 ], "a group within a party, association, etc|, that enlivens or radicalizes its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger group",1,1,1 ], "parent body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ginger snap",1,1,1 ], "a crisp biscuit flavoured with ginger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger up",1,1,1 ], "to enliven (an activity, group, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger wine",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink made from fermented bruised ginger, sugar, and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,1 ], "any of several zingiberaceous plants of the genus Zingiber, esp| Z| officinale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,1 ], "of the East Indies, cultivated throughout the tropics for its spicy hot-tasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,1 ], "underground stem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,2 ], "or sugared and eaten as a sweetmeat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,2 ], "the underground stem of this plant, which is powdered and used as a seasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,3 ], "any of certain related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,3,1 ], "a reddish-brown or yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,1,4 ], "liveliness; vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginger",1,2,1 ], "to add the spice ginger to (a dish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingerbread tree",1,1,1 ], "a W African rosaceous tree, Parinarium macrophyllum, with large mealy edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingerbread tree",1,1,1 ], "fruits (gingerbread plums): family Chrysobalanaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gingerbread",1,1,1 ], "a moist brown cake, flavoured with ginger and treacle or syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingerbread",1,1,1,1 ], "a rolled biscuit, similarly flavoured, cut into various shapes and sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingerbread",1,1,1,1 ], "an elaborate but unsubstantial ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingerbread",1,1,1,1 ], "covered with icing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gingerbread",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingerly",1,1,1 ], "in a cautious, reluctant, or timid manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingerly",1,2,1 ], "cautious, reluctant, or timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingery",1,1,1 ], "like or tasting of ginger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingery",1,1,2 ], "of or like the colour ginger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingery",1,1,3 ], "full of vigour; high-spirited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingery",1,1,4 ], "pointed; biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingham",1,1,1,1 ], "a cotton fabric, usually woven of two coloured yarns in a checked or striped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingham",1,1,1,1 ], "design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gingham",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingili",1,1,1 ], "the oil obtained from sesame seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingili",1,1,2 ], "another name for sesame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingiva",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for the gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gingivitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the gums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginglymus",1,1,1 ], "a hinge joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gink",1,1,1 ], "a man or boy, esp| one considered to be odd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginkgo",1,1,1 ], "a widely planted ornamental Chinese gymnosperm tree, Ginkgo biloba, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginkgo",1,1,1 ], "fan-shaped deciduous leaves and fleshy yellow fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ginnel",1,1,1 ], "a narrow passageway between buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginseng",1,1,1 ], "either of two araliaceous plants, Panax schinseng of China or P| quinquefolius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ginseng",1,1,1 ], "of North America, whose forked aromatic roots are used medicinally in China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ginseng",1,1,2 ], "the root of either of these plants or a substance obtained from the roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gip",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gyp'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gip",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of gyp'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gipon",1,1,1 ], "another word for jupon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gippy",1,1,1 ], "an Egyptian person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gippy",1,1,2 ], "a Gypsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gippy",1,2,1 ], "Egyptian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gippy",1,2,2 ], "gippy tummy| diarrhoea, esp| as experienced by visitors to hot climates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gipsy moth",1,1,1 ], "a European moth, Lymantria dispar, introduced into North America, where it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gipsy moth",1,1,1 ], "a serious pest of shade trees: family Lymantriidae (or Liparidae)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gipsywort",1,1,1 ], "a hairy Eurasian plant, Lycopus europaeus, having two-lipped white flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gipsywort",1,1,1 ], "with purple dots on the lower lip: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "giraffe",1,1,1 ], "a large ruminant mammal, Giraffa camelopardalis, inhabiting savannahs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giraffe",1,1,1 ], "regular reddish-brown patches on a beige ground: family Giraffidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "giraffe",1,1,1 ], "tropical Africa: the tallest mammal, with very long legs and neck and a colouring of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "girandole",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental wall candle holder, usually incorporating a mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girandole",1,1,2 ], "an earring, esp| one having a central gem surrounded by smaller ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girandole",1,1,3 ], "a group of connected mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girasol",1,1,1 ], "a type of opal that has a red or pink glow in bright light; fire opal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to put a belt, girdle, etc|, around (the waist or hips)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",1,1,2 ], "to bind or secure with or as if with a belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",1,1,3 ], "to surround; encircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",1,1,4 ], "to prepare (oneself) for action (esp| in the phrase gird one's loins)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",1,1,5 ], "to endow with a rank, attribute, etc|, esp| knighthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,2,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by at) to jeer (at someone); mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,3,1 ], "to strike (a blow at someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,4,1 ], "to move at high speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,5,1,1 ], "a blow or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,5,1,2 ], "a taunt; gibe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,5,2 ], "a display of bad temper or anger (esp| in the phrases in a gird; throw a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gird",2,5,2 ], "gird)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "girder",1,1,1 ], "a large beam, esp| one made of steel, used in the construction of bridges," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girder",1,1,1 ], "buildings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,1,1 ], "a woman's elastic corset covering the waist to the thigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,1,2 ], "anything that surrounds or encircles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,1,3 ], "a belt or sash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,1,4 ], "the outer edge of a gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,1,5 ], "any encircling structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,1,6 ], "the mark left on a tree trunk after the removal of a ring of bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,2,1 ], "to put a girdle on or around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,2,2 ], "to surround or encircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",1,2,3 ], "to remove a ring of bark from (a tree or branch), thus causing it to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdle",2,1,1 ], "a less common word for griddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdlecake",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for drop scone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that girdles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdler",1,1,2 ], "a maker of girdles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdler",1,1,3 ], "any insect, such as the twig girdler, that bores circular grooves around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girdler",1,1,3 ], "stems or twigs in which it lays its eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "girl Friday",1,1,1 ], "a female employee who has a wide range of duties, usually including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girl Friday",1,1,1 ], "secretarial and clerical work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "girl",1,1,1 ], "a female child from birth to young womanhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girl",1,1,2 ], "a young unmarried woman; lass; maid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girl",1,1,3 ], "a sweetheart or girlfriend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girl",1,1,4 ], "a woman of any age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girl",1,1,5 ], "an informal word for daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girl",1,1,6 ], "a female employee, esp| a female servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girl",1,1,7 ], "a group of women, esp| acquaintances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girlfriend",1,1,1 ], "a female friend with whom a man or boy is romantically or sexually involved;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girlfriend",1,1,1 ], "sweetheart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "girlfriend",1,1,2 ], "any female friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girlhood",1,1,1 ], "the state or time of being a girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girlie",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girlie",1,1,2 ], "displaying or featuring nude or scantily dressed women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girlish",1,1,1 ], "of or like a girl in looks, behaviour, innocence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giro",1,1,1 ], "giro cheque, operated by post offices or banks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "giro",1,1,1 ], "the settlement of debts or other payments by transfers between accounts or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giron",1,1,1 ], "a charge consisting of the lower half of a diagonally divided quarter, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giron",1,1,1 ], "in the top left corner of the shield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gironny",1,1,1 ], "divided into segments from the fesse point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girosol",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of girasol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girt",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of gird'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girt",1,2,1 ], "moored securely to prevent swinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girt",2,1,1 ], "to bind or encircle; gird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girt",2,1,2 ], "to measure the girth of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girth",1,1,1 ], "the distance around something; circumference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girth",1,1,2 ], "size or bulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girth",1,1,3 ], "a band around a horse's belly to keep the saddle in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girth",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to fasten a girth on (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "girth",1,3,1 ], "to encircle or surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gisarme",1,1,1 ], "a long-shafted battle-axe with a sharp point on the back of the axe head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gist",1,1,1 ], "the point or substance of an argument, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gist",1,1,2 ], "the essential point of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "git",1,1,1 ], "a contemptible person, often a fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "git",1,1,2 ], "a bastard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gittern",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete medieval stringed instrument resembling the guitar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giusto",1,1,1 ], "(of a tempo marking)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giusto",1,1,1,1 ], "to be observed strictly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "giusto",1,1,1,2 ], "to be observed appropriately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 1, 1],"to donate or bestow as a gift, prize, etc",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 1, 2],"to sell very cheaply",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 1, 3],"to reveal or betray (esp| in the phrases give the game or show away)",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 1, 4],"to fail to use (an opportunity) through folly or neglect",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 1, 5],"to present (a bride) formally to her husband in a marriage ceremony",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 2, 1],"to give up or abandon something",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 3, 1],"a betrayal or disclosure of information esp| when unintentional",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 3, 2],"increase sales, attract publicity, etc",2). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 3, 2],"something given, esp| with articles on sale, at little or no charge to",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 3, 3],"another name for freesheet",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 3, 4],"a radio or television programme characterized by the award of money and",1). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 3, 4],"prizes",2). c_DEF([ "give away" ,1, 3, 5],"as modifier very cheap (esp| in the phrase giveaway prices)",1). c_DEF([ "give in",1,1,1 ], "to yield; admit defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give in",1,2,1 ], "to submit or deliver (a document)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give off",1,1,1 ], "to emit or discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give onto",1,1,1 ], "to afford a view or prospect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give out",1,1,1 ], "to emit or discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give out",1,2,1 ], "to publish or make known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give out",1,3,1 ], "to hand out or distribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give out",1,4,1 ], "to become exhausted; fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give out",1,5,1 ], "(of an umpire) to declare (a batsman) dismissed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give over",1,1,1 ], "to transfer, esp| to the care or custody of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give over",1,2,1 ], "to assign or resign to a specific purpose or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give over",1,2,2 ], "to cease (an activity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give up",1,1,1 ], "to abandon hope (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give up",1,2,1 ], "to renounce (an activity, belief, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give up",1,2,2 ], "to relinquish or resign from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give up",1,3,1 ], "to surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give up",1,4,1 ], "to reveal or disclose (information)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give up",1,5,1 ], "to admit one's defeat or inability to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give up",1,6,1 ], "to devote completely (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to present or deliver voluntarily (something that is one's own)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,1 ], "to the permanent possession of another or others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,10 ], "to perform, make, or do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,11 ], "to sacrifice or devote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,12 ], "to surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,13 ], "to concede or yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,14 ], "to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,15 ], "to cause; lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,16 ], "to place value on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,17 ], "to perform or present as an entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,18 ], "to propose as a toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by for) to transfer (something that is one's own, esp| money) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,2 ], "the possession of another as part of an exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,3 ], "to place in the temporary possession of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,4 ], "(when intr|, foll| by of) to grant, provide, or bestow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,5 ], "to administer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,6 ], "to award or attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,7 ], "to be a source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,8 ], "to impart or communicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,1,9 ], "to utter or emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,1 ], "to yield or break under force or pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,10 ], "give way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,10,1 ], "to yield or surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,10,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to allow precedence (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,11 ], "give (a person) what for| Informal| to scold or reprimand (a person) severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,2 ], "equal extent as those received" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,2 ], "give as good as one gets| to respond to verbal or bodily blows to at least an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,3 ], "give battle| to commence fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,4 ], "give birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,5 ], "(often foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,5,1 ], "to bear (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,5,2 ], "to produce, originate, or create (an idea, plan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,6 ], "give ground| to draw back or retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,7 ], "give rise to| to be the cause of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,8 ], "give me| Informal| I prefer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,2,9 ], "give or take| plus or minus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give",1,3,1 ], "tendency to yield under pressure; resilience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "give-and-take" ,1, 1, 1],"mutual concessions, shared benefits, and cooperation",1). c_DEF([ "give-and-take" ,1, 1, 2],"a smoothly flowing exchange of ideas and talk",1). c_DEF([ "give-and-take" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "give-and-take" ,1, 2, 2],"to make mutual concessions",1). c_DEF([ "given name",1,1,1 ], "a name by which a person is distinguished from others of the same name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "given name",1,1,1 ], "usually chosen by the parents of a child at birth; Christian name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "given",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "given",1,2,1 ], "tending (to); inclined or addicted (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "given",1,2,2 ], "specific or previously stated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "given",1,2,3 ], "assumed as a premiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "given",1,2,4 ], "known or determined independently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "given",1,2,5 ], "(on official documents) issued or executed, as on a stated date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "given",1,3,1 ], "an assumed fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gizzard",1,1,1 ], "muscular action and contact with grit and small stones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gizzard",1,1,1 ], "the thick-walled part of a bird's stomach, in which hard food is broken up by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gizzard",1,1,2 ], "a similar structure in many invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gizzard",1,1,3 ], "the stomach and entrails generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glabella",1,1,1 ], "a smooth elevation of the frontal bone just above the bridge of the nose: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glabella",1,1,1 ], "reference point in physical anthropology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glabrous",1,1,1 ], "without hair or a similar growth; smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glace" ,1, 1, 1],"crystallized or candied",1). c_DEF([ "glace" ,1, 1, 2],"covered in icing",1). c_DEF([ "glace" ,1, 1, 3],"(of leather, silk, etc|) having a glossy finish",1). c_DEF([ "glace" ,1, 1, 4],"frozen or iced",1). c_DEF([ "glace" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to ice or candy (cakes, fruits, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "glacial acetic acid",1,1,1 ], "pure acetic acid (more than 99|8 per cent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial period",1,1,1 ], "and during most of the Pleistocene; glaciation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glacial period",1,1,1 ], "any period of time during which a large part of the earth's surface was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial period",1,1,1 ], "covered with ice, due to the advance of glaciers, as in the late Carboniferous period," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glacial period",1,1,2 ], "the Pleistocene epoch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the presence of masses of ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial",1,1,2 ], "relating to, caused by, or deposited by a glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial",1,1,3 ], "extremely cold; icy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial",1,1,4 ], "cold or hostile in manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial",1,1,5 ], "(of a chemical compound) of or tending to form crystals that resemble ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacial",1,1,6 ], "very slow in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacialist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies ice and its effects on the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaciate",1,1,1 ], "to cover or become covered with glaciers or masses of ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaciate",1,2,1 ], "to subject to the effects of glaciers, such as denudation and erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacier milk",1,1,1 ], "of rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glacier milk",1,1,1 ], "water flowing in a stream from the snout of a glacier and containing particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacier",1,1,1 ], "a slowly moving mass of ice originating from an accumulation of snow| It can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacier",1,1,1 ], "either spread out from a central mass (continental glacier) or descend from a high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glacier",1,1,1 ], "valley (alpine glacier)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glaciology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the distribution, character, and effects of glaciers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacis",1,1,1 ], "a slight incline; slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glacis",1,1,2 ], "an open slope in front of a fortified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glad eye",1,1,1 ], "an inviting or seductive glance (esp| in the phrase give the glad eye)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glad hand" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a welcoming hand",1). c_DEF([ "glad hand" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a welcome",1). c_DEF([ "glad hand" ,1, 2, 1],"to welcome by or as if by offering a hand",1). c_DEF([ "glad",1,1,1 ], "gladder, gladdest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glad",1,1,2 ], "happy and pleased; contented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glad",1,1,3 ], "causing happiness or contentment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glad",1,2,1 ], "very willing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glad",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for gladden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glad",2,1,1 ], "short for gladiolus| Also (Austral|): gladdie " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become glad and joyful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladdon",1,1,1 ], "another name for the stinking iris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glade",1,1,1 ], "an open place in a forest; clearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladiate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladiator",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome and Etruria) a man trained to fight in arenas to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladiator",1,1,1 ], "entertainment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gladiator",1,1,2 ], "a person who supports and fights publicly for a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladiatorial",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to gladiators, combat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladiolus",1,1,1 ], "any iridaceous plant of the widely cultivated genus Gladiolus, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladiolus",1,1,1 ], "sword-shaped leaves and spikes of funnel-shaped brightly coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gladiolus",1,1,2 ], "the large central part of the breastbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladrags",1,1,1 ], "best clothes or clothes used on special occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gladsome",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for glad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaikit",1,1,1 ], "foolish; silly; thoughtless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glair",1,1,1 ], "bookbinding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glair",1,1,1 ], "white of egg, esp| when used as a size, glaze, or adhesive, usually in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glair",1,1,2 ], "any substance resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glair",1,2,1 ], "to apply glair to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaive",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glamorize" ,1, 1, 1],"to cause to be or seem glamorous; romanticize or beautify",1). c_DEF([ "glamorous",1,1,1 ], "possessing glamour; alluring and fascinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glamorous",1,1,2 ], "beautiful and smart, esp| in a showy way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glamour" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"fascinating or voluptuous beauty, often dependent on artifice",1). c_DEF([ "glamour" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "glamour" ,1, 1, 1],"charm and allure; fascination",1). c_DEF([ "glamour" ,1, 1, 2],"a magic spell; charm",1). c_DEF([ "glance",1,1,1 ], "to look hastily or briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,2,1 ], "to look over briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,3,1 ], "to reflect, glint, or gleam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,4,1 ], "to depart (from an object struck) at an oblique angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,5,1 ], "to strike at an oblique angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,6,1 ], "a hasty or brief look; peep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,6,2 ], "at a glance| from one's first look; immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,6,3 ], "a flash or glint of light; gleam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,6,4 ], "the act or an instance of an object glancing or glancing off another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,6,5 ], "a brief allusion or reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",1,6,6 ], "a stroke in which the ball is deflected off the bat to the leg side; glide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glance",2,1,1 ], "any mineral having a metallic lustre, esp| a simple sulphide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gland",1,1,1 ], "a cell or organ in man and other animals that synthesizes chemical substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gland",1,1,1 ], "and secretes them for the body to use or eliminate, either through a duct (see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gland",1,1,1 ], "exocrine gland) or directly into the bloodstream (see endocrine gland)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gland",1,1,2 ], "a structure, such as a lymph node, that resembles a gland in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gland",1,1,3 ], "a cell or organ in plants that synthesizes and secretes a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gland",1,1,3 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gland",2,1,1 ], "a device that prevents leakage of fluid from a point in a vessel, container," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gland",2,1,1 ], "etc|, at which a rotating or reciprocating shaft emerges| It often consists of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gland",2,1,1 ], "flanged metal sleeve bedding into a stuffing box" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glanders",1,1,1 ], "a highly infectious bacterial disease of horses, sometimes communicated to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glanders",1,1,1 ], "man, caused by Actinobacillus mallei and characterized by inflammation and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glanders",1,1,1 ], "ulceration of the mucous membranes of the air passages, skin and lymph glands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glandular fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for infectious mononucleosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glandular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, containing, functioning as, or affecting a gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glandule",1,1,1 ], "a small gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glans",1,1,1 ], "any small rounded body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",1,1,1 ], "to stare angrily; glower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",1,2,1 ], "to express by glowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",1,3,1 ], "(of light, colour, etc|) to be very bright and intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",1,4,1 ], "to be dazzlingly ornamented or garish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",1,5,1 ], "an angry stare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",1,5,2 ], "a dazzling light or brilliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",1,5,3 ], "garish ornamentation or appearance; gaudiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glare",2,1,1 ], "smooth and glassy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaring",1,1,1 ], "conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaring",1,1,2 ], "dazzling or garish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass eye",1,1,1 ], "an artificial eye made of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass harmonica",1,1,1 ], "a musical instrument of the 18th century consisting of a set of glass bowls of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass harmonica",1,1,1 ], "graduated pitches, played by rubbing the fingers over the moistened rims or by a keyboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glass harmonica",1,1,1 ], "mechanism| Sometimes shortened to harmonica" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glass jaw",1,1,1 ], "a jaw that is excessively fragile or susceptible to punches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass snake",1,1,1 ], "America, with vestigial hind limbs and a tail that breaks off easily: family Anguidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glass snake",1,1,1 ], "any snakelike lizard of the genus Ophisaurus, of Europe, Asia, and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass string",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) the string of a kite used in kite fighting that has an abrasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass string",1,1,1 ], "coating of glue and crushed glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glass wool",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glass wool",1,1,1 ], "fine spun glass massed into a wool-like bulk, used in insulation, filtering," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard brittle transparent or translucent noncrystalline solid, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,1,1 ], "metal silicates or similar compounds| They are made from a fused mixture of oxides," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,1,1 ], "such as lime, silicon dioxide, phosphorus pentoxide, etc|, and are used for making" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,1,1 ], "windows, mirrors, bottles, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,2 ], "any compound that has solidified from a molten state into a noncrystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,2 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,3 ], "something made of glass, esp| a drinking vessel, a barometer, or a mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,4 ], "the amount or volume contained in a drinking glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,1,5 ], "glassware collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass",1,2,1 ], "to cover with, enclose in, or fit with glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass-blowing",1,1,1 ], "shape, etc|, by blowing air into it through a tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glass-blowing",1,1,1 ], "the process of shaping a mass of molten or softened glass into a vessel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glass-maker",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes glass or glass objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasses",1,1,1 ], "a pair of lenses for correcting faulty vision, in a frame that rests on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasses",1,1,1 ], "bridge of the nose and hooks behind the ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glasshouse",1,1,1 ], "a glass building, esp| a greenhouse, used for growing plants in protected or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasshouse",1,1,1 ], "controlled conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glasshouse",1,1,2 ], "a military detention centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasshouse",1,1,3 ], "another word for glassworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassine",1,1,1 ], "a glazed translucent paper used for book jackets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassman",1,1,1 ], "a man whose work is making or selling glassware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassman",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for glazier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassware",1,1,1 ], "articles made of glass, esp| drinking glasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasswork",1,1,1 ], "the production of glassware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasswork",1,1,2 ], "the fitting of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasswork",1,1,3 ], "articles of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassworks",1,1,1 ], "a factory for the moulding of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasswort",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the chenopodiaceous genus Salicornia, of salt marshes, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glasswort",1,1,1 ], "fleshy stems and scalelike leaves: formerly used as a source of soda for glass-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glasswort",1,1,2 ], "another name for saltwort ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassy",1,1,1 ], "glassier, glassiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassy",1,1,2 ], "resembling glass, esp| in smoothness, slipperiness, or transparency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glassy",1,1,3 ], "void of expression, life, or warmth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaucoma",1,1,1 ], "a disease of the eye in which increased pressure within the eyeball causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaucoma",1,1,1 ], "damage to the optic disc and impaired vision, sometimes progressing to blindness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glauconite",1,1,1 ], "K2(Mg,Fe)2Al6(Si\4O\1\0)3(OH)12" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glauconite",1,1,1 ], "a green mineral consisting of the hydrated silicate of iron, potassium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glauconite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium, and magnesium: found in greensand and similar rocks| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glaucous gull",1,1,1 ], "a gull, Larus hyperboreus, of northern and arctic regions, with a white head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaucous gull",1,1,1 ], "and tail and pale grey back and wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glaucous",1,1,1 ], "covered with a waxy or powdery bloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaucous",1,1,2 ], "bluish-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze ice",1,1,1 ], "a thin clear layer of ice caused by the freezing of rain or water droplets in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze ice",1,1,1 ], "the air on impact with a cool surface or by refreezing after a thaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glaze ice",1,1,2 ], "U|S| term: glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,1,1 ], "to fit or cover with glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,2,1 ], "to cover with a vitreous solution, rendering impervious to liquid and smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,2,1 ], "to the touch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,3,1 ], "to cover (a painting) with a layer of semitransparent colour to modify the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,3,1 ], "tones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,4,1 ], "to cover (foods) with a shiny coating by applying beaten egg, sugar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,5,1 ], "to make glossy or shiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,5,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by over) to become or cause to become glassy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,6,1,1 ], "a vitreous or glossy coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,6,1,2 ], "the substance used to produce such a coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,6,2 ], "a semitransparent coating applied to a painting to modify the tones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,6,3 ], "a smooth lustrous finish on a fabric produced by applying various chemicals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glaze",1,6,4 ], "something used to give a glossy surface to foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glazier",1,1,1 ], "a person who fits windows, etc|, with glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glazing",1,1,1 ], "the surface of a glazed object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glazing",1,1,2 ], "glass fitted, or to be fitted, in a door, frame, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glazing-bar",1,1,1 ], "a supporting or strengthening bar for a glass window, door, etc| Usual U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glazing-bar",1,1,1 ], "word: muntin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gld|",1,1,1 ], "guilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleam",1,1,1 ], "a small beam or glow of light, esp| reflected light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleam",1,1,2 ], "a brief or dim indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleam",1,2,1 ], "to send forth or reflect a beam of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleam",1,2,2 ], "to appear, esp| briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glean",1,1,1 ], "to gather (something) slowly and carefully in small pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glean",1,1,2 ], "to gather (the useful remnants of a crop) from the field after harvesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleanings",1,1,1 ], "harvesting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gleanings",1,1,1 ], "the useful remnants of a crop that can be gathered from the field after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glebe",1,1,1 ], "land granted to a clergyman as part of his benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glebe",1,1,2 ], "land, esp| when regarded as the source of growing things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glede",1,1,1 ], "a former Brit| name for the red kite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glee club",1,1,1 ], "a club or society organized for the singing of choral music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glee",1,1,1 ], "great merriment; joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glee",1,1,2 ], "a type of song originating in 18th-century England, sung by three or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glee",1,1,2 ], "unaccompanied voices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gleeful",1,1,1 ], "full of glee; merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleeman",1,1,1 ], "a minstrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleet",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the urethra with a slight discharge of thin pus and mucus: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gleet",1,1,1 ], "stage of chronic gonorrhoea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gleet",1,1,2 ], "the pus and mucus discharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glen",1,1,1 ], "a narrow and deep mountain valley, esp| in Scotland or Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glengarry",1,1,1 ], "a brimless Scottish woollen cap with a crease down the crown, often with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glengarry",1,1,1 ], "ribbons dangling at the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glenoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling or having a shallow cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glenoid",1,1,2 ], "bone fits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glenoid",1,1,2 ], "denoting the cavity in the shoulder blade into which the head of the upper arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gley",1,1,1 ], "a bluish-grey compact sticky soil occurring in certain humid regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glia",1,1,1 ], "another name for neuroglia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gliadin",1,1,1 ], "a protein of cereals, esp| wheat, with a high proline content: forms a sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gliadin",1,1,1 ], "mass with water that binds flour into dough" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glib",1,1,1 ], "glibber, glibbest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glib",1,1,2 ], "fluent and easy, often in an insincere or deceptive way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide path",1,1,1 ], "the course that an aeroplane takes during a glide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move easily without jerks or hesitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,2,1 ], "to pass slowly or without perceptible change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,2,2 ], "aircraft) to land in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,2,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to come into land without engine power, or (of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,3,1 ], "to fly a glider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,3,2 ], "to execute a portamento from one note to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,4,1 ], "to produce a glide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,1 ], "a smooth easy movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,1,1 ], "any of various dances featuring gliding steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,1,2 ], "a step in such a dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,2 ], "a manoeuvre in which an aircraft makes a gentle descent without engine power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3 ], "the act or process of gliding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3,1 ], "a long portion of tubing slipped in and out of a trombone to increase its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3,1 ], "a transitional sound as the speech organs pass from the articulatory position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3,1 ], "length for the production of lower harmonic series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3,1 ], "of one speech sound to that of the next, as the (w) sound in some pronunciations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3,1 ], "of the word doing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3,2 ], "a portamento or slur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,3,2 ], "another word for semivowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,4 ], "another name for slip ,1,(sense 33)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glide",1,5,5 ], "another word for glance ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glider",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft capable of gliding and soaring in air currents without the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glider",1,1,1 ], "an engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glider",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that glides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glim",1,1,1 ], "a light or lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glim",1,1,2 ], "an eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimmer",1,1,1 ], "(of a light, candle, etc|) to glow faintly or flickeringly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimmer",1,1,2 ], "to be indicated faintly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimmer",1,2,1 ], "a glow or twinkle of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimmer",1,2,2 ], "a faint indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimpse",1,1,1 ], "a brief or incomplete view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimpse",1,1,2 ], "a vague indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimpse",1,1,3 ], "a glimmer of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glimpse",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by at) to catch sight (of) briefly or momentarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glint",1,1,1 ], "to gleam or cause to gleam brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glint",1,2,1 ], "to move or pass quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glint",1,3,1 ], "a bright gleam or flash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glint",1,3,2 ], "brightness or gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glint",1,3,3 ], "a brief indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glioma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour of the brain and spinal cord, composed of neuroglia cells and fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glissade",1,1,1 ], "a gliding step in ballet, in which one foot slides forwards, sideways, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glissade",1,1,1 ], "backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glissade",1,1,2 ], "a controlled descent over snow or ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glissade",1,2,1 ], "to perform a glissade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glissando",1,1,1 ], "a rapidly executed series of notes on the harp or piano, each note of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glissando",1,1,1 ], "discretely audible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glissando",1,1,2 ], "a portamento, esp| as executed on the violin, viola, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glisten",1,1,1 ], "(of a wet or glossy surface, etc|) to gleam by reflecting light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glisten",1,1,2 ], "(of light) to reflect with brightness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glisten",1,2,1 ], "a gleam or gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glister",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for glitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glitter ice",1,1,1 ], "ice formed from freezing rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glitter",1,1,1 ], "(of a hard, wet, or polished surface) to reflect light in bright flashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glitter",1,1,2 ], "(of light) to be reflected in bright flashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glitter",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by with) to be decorated or enhanced by the glamour (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glitter",1,2,1 ], "sparkle or brilliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glitter",1,2,2 ], "show and glamour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloaming",1,1,1 ], "or poetic| twilight or dusk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloat",1,1,1 ], "to dwell (on) with malevolent smugness or exultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloat",1,2,1 ], "the act of gloating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glob",1,1,1 ], "a rounded mass of some thick fluid or pliable substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "global rule",1,1,1 ], "(in transformational grammar) a rule that makes reference to nonconsecutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "global rule",1,1,1 ], "stages of a derivation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "global",1,1,1 ], "covering, influencing, or relating to the whole world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "global",1,1,2 ], "comprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a globe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globe",1,1,1 ], "a sphere on which a map of the world or the heavens is drawn or represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globe",1,1,2 ], "the globe| the world; the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globe",1,1,3 ], "a planet or some other astronomical body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globe",1,1,4 ], "an object shaped like a sphere, such as a glass lampshade or fish bowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globe",1,1,5 ], "an electric light-bulb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globe",1,1,6 ], "an orb, usually of gold, symbolic of authority or sovereignty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globe",1,2,1 ], "to form or cause to form into a globe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globefish",1,1,1 ], "another name for puffer ,1,2 or porcupine fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globeflower",1,1,1 ], "any ranunculaceous plant of the genus Trollius, having pale yellow, white, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globeflower",1,1,1 ], "orange globe-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "globetrotter",1,1,1 ], "a habitual worldwide traveller, esp| a tourist or businessman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globigerina",1,1,1 ], "any marine protozoan of the genus Globigerina, having a rounded shell with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globigerina",1,1,1 ], "spiny processes: order Foraminifera (foraminifers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "globigerina",1,1,2 ], "globigerina ooze| a deposit on the ocean floor consisting of the shells of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globigerina",1,1,2 ], "these protozoans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "globin",1,1,1 ], "a histone that is the protein component of haemoglobin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globoid",1,1,1 ], "shaped approximately like a globe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globoid",1,2,1 ], "a globoid body, such as any of those occurring in certain plant granules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globose",1,1,1 ], "spherical or approximately spherical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globular",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a globe or globule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globular",1,1,2 ], "having or consisting of globules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globule",1,1,1 ], "a small globe, esp| a drop of liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globuliferous",1,1,1 ], "producing, containing, or having globules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globulin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of simple proteins, including gamma globulin, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "globulin",1,1,1 ], "generally insoluble in water but soluble in salt solutions and coagulated by heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glochidium",1,1,1 ], "any of the barbed hairs among the spore masses of some ferns and on certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glochidium",1,1,1 ], "other plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glochidium",1,1,2 ], "a parasitic larva of certain freshwater mussels that attaches itself to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glochidium",1,1,2 ], "fins or gills of fish by hooks or suckers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glockenspiel",1,1,1 ], "a pair of small hammers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glockenspiel",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned metal plates played with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glogg",1,1,1 ], "a hot alcoholic mixed drink, originally from Sweden, consisting of sweetened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glogg",1,1,1 ], "brandy, red wine, bitters or other flavourings, and blanched almonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glomerate",1,1,1 ], "gathered into a compact rounded mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glomerate",1,1,2 ], "wound up like a ball of thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glomerate",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of glands) conglomerate in structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glomeration",1,1,1 ], "a conglomeration or cluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glomerule",1,1,1 ], "a cymose inflorescence in the form of a ball-like cluster of flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glomerule",1,1,2 ], "a ball-like cluster of spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glomerulus",1,1,1 ], "a knot of blood vessels in the kidney projecting into the capsular end of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glomerulus",1,1,1 ], "urine-secreting tubule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glomerulus",1,1,2 ], "any cluster or coil of blood vessels, nerve fibres, etc|, in the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloom",1,1,1 ], "partial or total darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloom",1,1,2 ], "a state of depression or melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloom",1,1,3 ], "an appearance or expression of despondency or melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloom",1,1,4 ], "a dim or dark place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloom",1,2,1 ], "to look sullen or depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloom",1,2,2 ], "to make or become dark or gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloomy",1,1,1 ], "gloomier, gloomiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloomy",1,1,2 ], "dark or dismal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloomy",1,1,3 ], "causing depression, dejection, or gloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloomy",1,1,4 ], "despairing; sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloria",1,1,1 ], "a silk, wool, cotton, or nylon fabric used esp| for umbrellas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloria",1,1,2 ], "a halo or nimbus, esp| as represented in art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorification",1,1,1 ], "the act of glorifying or state of being glorified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorification",1,1,2 ], "an enhanced or favourably exaggerated version or account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorification",1,1,3 ], "a celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make glorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorify",1,1,2 ], "to make more splendid; adorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorify",1,1,3 ], "to worship, exalt, or adore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorify",1,1,4 ], "to extol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorify",1,1,5 ], "to cause to seem more splendid or imposing than reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloriole",1,1,1 ], "another name for a halo or nimbus 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorious",1,1,1 ], "having or full of glory; illustrious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorious",1,1,2 ], "conferring glory or renown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorious",1,1,3 ], "brilliantly beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glorious",1,1,4 ], "delightful or enjoyable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glory box",1,1,1 ], "a box in which a young woman stores clothes, etc|, in preparation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glory box",1,1,1 ], "marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glory hole",1,1,1 ], "another term for lazaretto ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 1],"exaltation, praise, or honour, as that accorded by general consent",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 2],"glory)",2). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 2],"something that brings or is worthy of praise (esp| in the phrase crowning",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 3],"thanksgiving, adoration, or worship",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 4],"pomp; splendour",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 5],"radiant beauty; resplendence",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 6],"the beauty and bliss of heaven",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 7],"a state of extreme happiness or prosperity",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 1, 8],"another word for ,halo or ,nimbus",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 2, 2],"often foll| by in) to triumph or exalt",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) Obsolete",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 2, 4],"to brag",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 3, 1],"a mild interjection to express pleasure or surprise (often in the exclamatory",1). c_DEF([ "glory" ,1, 3, 1],"phrase glory be!)",2). c_DEF([ "glory-of-the-snow",1,1,1 ], "a small W Asian liliaceous plant, Chionodoxa luciliae, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glory-of-the-snow",1,1,1 ], "early-blooming blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",1,1,1 ], "lustre or sheen, as of a smooth surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",1,1,2 ], "a superficially attractive appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",1,2,1 ], "to give a gloss to or obtain a gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",1,3,1 ], "to hide under a deceptively attractive surface or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",2,1,1 ], "a short or expanded explanation or interpretation of a word, expression, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",2,1,1 ], "foreign phrase in the margin or text of a manuscript, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",2,1,2 ], "an intentionally misleading explanation or interpretation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",2,1,3 ], "short for glossary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",2,2,1 ], "to add glosses to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss",2,2,2 ], "(often foll| by over) to give a false or misleading interpretation of|glosser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossa",1,1,1 ], "a technical word for the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossa",1,1,2 ], "a paired tonguelike lobe in the labium of an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossary",1,1,1 ], "an alphabetical list of terms peculiar to a field of knowledge with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossary",1,1,1 ], "definitions or explanations| Sometimes called: gloss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glossator",1,1,1 ], "a writer of glosses and commentaries, esp| (in the Middle Ages) an interpreter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossator",1,1,1 ], "of Roman and Canon Law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glossator",1,1,2 ], "a compiler of a glossary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of all or part of the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glosseme",1,1,1 ], "the smallest meaningful unit of a language, such as stress, form, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glosso-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a tongue or language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossography",1,1,1 ], "the art of writing textual glosses or commentaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossolalia",1,1,1 ], "another term for gift of tongues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossology",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete term for linguistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossopharyngeal nerve",1,1,1 ], "the ninth cranial nerve, which supplies the muscles of the pharynx, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossopharyngeal nerve",1,1,1 ], "tongue, the middle ear, and the parotid gland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glossy" ,1, 3, 5],"a photograph printed on paper that has a smooth shiny surface",1). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,1,1 ], "smooth and shiny; lustrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,1,2 ], "superficially attractive; plausible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,1,3 ], "(of a magazine) lavishly produced on shiny paper and usually with many colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,1,3 ], "photographs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,2,1 ], "glossies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,2,3 ], "an expensively produced magazine, typically a sophisticated fashion or glamour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,2,3 ], "magazine, printed on shiny paper and containing high quality colour photography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glossy",1,2,5 ], "a photograph printed on paper that has a smooth shiny surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloss|",1,1,1 ], "glossary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glottal stop",1,1,1 ], "a plosive speech sound produced as the sudden onset of a vowel in several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glottal stop",1,1,1 ], "escape with force" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "glottal stop",1,1,1 ], "languages, such as German, by first tightly closing the glottis and then allowing the air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glottal stop",1,1,1 ], "pressure to build up in the trachea before opening the glottis, causing the air to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glottal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the glottis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glottal",1,1,2 ], "articulated or pronounced at or with the glottis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glottic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the tongue or the glottis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glottis",1,1,1 ], "the opening between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glottis",1,1,1 ], "the vocal apparatus of the larynx, consisting of the two true vocal cords and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glottochronology",1,1,1 ], "related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glottochronology",1,1,1 ], "the use of lexicostatistics to establish that languages are historically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove box",1,1,1 ], "a closed box in which toxic or radioactive substances can be handled by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove box",1,1,1 ], "operator who places his hands through protective gloves sealed to the box" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glove compartment",1,1,1 ], "a small compartment in a car dashboard for the storage of miscellaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove compartment",1,1,1 ], "articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glove puppet",1,1,1 ], "a small figure of a person or animal that fits over and is manipulated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove puppet",1,1,1 ], "hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glove",1,1,1 ], "a shaped covering for the hand with individual sheaths for the fingers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove",1,1,1 ], "thumb, made of leather, fabric, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glove",1,1,2 ], "any of various large protective hand covers worn in sports, such as a boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove",1,1,2 ], "glove" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glove",1,1,3 ], "hand in glove| Informal| in an intimate relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove",1,1,4 ], "handle with kid gloves| Informal| to treat with extreme care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glove",1,2,1 ], "to cover or provide with or as if with gloves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glover",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or sells gloves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow discharge",1,1,1 ], "a silent luminous discharge of electricity through a low-pressure gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow lamp",1,1,1 ], "a small light consisting of two or more electrodes in an inert gas, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow lamp",1,1,1 ], "applied to the electrodes exceeds the ionization potential" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glow lamp",1,1,1 ], "neon, at low pressure, across which an electrical discharge occurs when the voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,1,1 ], "light emitted by a substance or object at a high temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,1,2 ], "a steady even light without flames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,1,3 ], "brilliance or vividness of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,1,4 ], "brightness or ruddiness of complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,1,5 ], "a feeling of well-being or satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,1,6 ], "intensity of emotion; ardour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,2,1 ], "to emit a steady even light without flames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,2,2 ], "to shine intensely, as if from great heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,2,3 ], "to be exuberant or high-spirited, as from excellent health or intense emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,2,4 ], "to experience a feeling of well-being or satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,2,5 ], "(esp| of the complexion) to show a strong bright colour, esp| a shade of red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow",1,2,6 ], "to be very hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow-worm",1,1,1 ], "a European beetle, Lampyris noctiluca, the females and larvae of which bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glow-worm",1,1,1 ], "luminescent organs producing a soft greenish light: family Lampyridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glow-worm",1,1,2 ], "any of various other beetles or larvae of the family Lampyridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glower",1,1,1 ], "to stare hard and angrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glower",1,2,1 ], "a sullen or angry stare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloxinia",1,1,1 ], "S| speciosa, cultivated for its large white, red, or purple bell-shaped flowers:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gloxinia",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical plants of the genus Sinningia, esp| the South American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloxinia",1,1,1 ], "family Gesneriaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gloze",1,1,1 ], "to explain away; minimize the effect or importance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloze",1,1,2 ], "to make explanatory notes or glosses on (a text)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloze",1,1,3 ], "to use flattery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloze",1,2,1 ], "flattery or deceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloze",1,2,2 ], "an explanatory note or gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gloze",1,2,3 ], "specious or deceptive talk or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glt|",1,1,1 ], "gilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucagon",1,1,1 ], "a polypeptide hormone, produced in the pancreas by the islets of Langerhans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucagon",1,1,1 ], "that stimulates the release of glucose into the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glucinum",1,1,1 ], "a former name for beryllium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucocorticord",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of corticosteroids that control carbohydrate, protein, and fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucocorticord",1,1,1 ], "metabolism and have anti-inflammatory activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gluconeogenesis",1,1,1 ], "pyruvic acid, or glycerol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gluconeogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources, such as amino acids," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucoprotein",1,1,1 ], "another name for glycoprotein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucose",1,1,1 ], "C6H12O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glucose",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline monosaccharide sugar that has several optically active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucose",1,1,1 ], "forms, the most abundant being dextrose: a major energy source in metabolism| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glucose",1,1,2 ], "a yellowish syrup (or, after desiccation, a solid) containing dextrose," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucose",1,1,2 ], "confectionery, fermentation, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glucose",1,1,2 ], "maltose, and dextrin, obtained by incomplete hydrolysis of starch: used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glucoside",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of glycosides that yield glucose on hydrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glucosuria",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for glycosuria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glue" ,1, 1, 1],"any natural or synthetic adhesive, esp| a sticky gelatinous substance prepared",1). c_DEF([ "glue" ,1, 1, 1],"by boiling animal products such as bones, skin, and horns",2). c_DEF([ "glue" ,1, 1, 2],"any other sticky or adhesive substance",1). c_DEF([ "glue" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to join or stick together with or as if with glue",1). c_DEF([ "glum",1,1,1 ], "glummer, glummest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glum",1,1,2 ], "silent or sullen, as from gloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glume",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of dry membranous bracts at the base of the inflorescence, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glume",1,1,1 ], "the spikelet, of grasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gluon",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical particle believed to be exchanged between quarks in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gluon",1,1,1 ], "bind them together to form particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glut" ,1, 1, 1],"an excessive amount, as in the production of a crop, often leading to a fall",1). c_DEF([ "glut" ,1, 1, 1],"in price",2). c_DEF([ "glut" ,1, 1, 2],"the act of glutting or state of being glutted",1). c_DEF([ "glut" ,1, 3, 1],"to feed or supply beyond capacity",1). c_DEF([ "glut" ,1, 3, 2],"to supply (a market, etc|) with a commodity in excess of the demand for it",1). c_DEF([ "glut" ,1, 3, 3],"to cram full or choke up",1). c_DEF([ "glutamate",1,1,1 ], "any salt of glutamic acid, esp| its sodium salt (see monosodium glutamate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutamic acid",1,1,1 ], "HOOC(CH\2)2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glutamic acid",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid, occurring in proteins, that plays an important part in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutamic acid",1,1,1 ], "nitrogen metabolism of plants and animals; 2-aminopentanedioic acid| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glutamine",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid occurring in proteins: plays an important role in protein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutamine",1,1,1 ], "metabolism| Formula: NH2CO(CH\2)2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glutathione",1,1,1 ], "a tripeptide consisting of glutamic acid, cysteine, and glycine: important in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutathione",1,1,1 ], "biological oxidations and the activation of some enzymes| Formula: C10H17N3O6S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glutelin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of water-insoluble plant proteins found in cereals| They are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutelin",1,1,1 ], "precipitated by alcohol and are not coagulated by heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gluten bread",1,1,1 ], "bread made from flour containing a high proportion of gluten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gluten",1,1,1 ], "a protein consisting of a mixture of glutelin and gliadin, present in cereal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gluten",1,1,1 ], "grains, esp| wheat| A gluten-free diet is necessary in cases of coeliac disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gluteus",1,1,1 ], "any one of the three large muscles that form the human buttock and move the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gluteus",1,1,1 ], "thigh, esp| the gluteus maximus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glutinous",1,1,1 ], "resembling glue in texture; sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutton",1,1,1 ], "a person devoted to eating and drinking to excess; greedy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutton",1,1,2 ], "a person who has or appears to have a voracious appetite for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glutton",2,1,1 ], "another name for wolverine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gluttony",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of eating to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyceric acid",1,1,1 ], "2,3-dihydroxypropanoic acid| Formula: C3H6O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glyceric acid",1,1,1 ], "a viscous liquid carboxylic acid produced by the oxidation of glycerol;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyceric",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or derived from glycerol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyceride",1,1,1 ], "any fatty-acid ester of glycerol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycerin",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for glycerol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycerol",1,1,1 ], "1,2,3-propanetriol: a by-product of soap manufacture, used as a solvent, antifreeze, plasticizer," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glycerol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or pale yellow odourless sweet-tasting syrupy liquid;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycerol",1,1,1 ], "and sweetener| Formula: C3H8O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glycerol",1,1,1 ], "glycerine" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "glyceryl trinitrate",1,1,1 ], "another name for nitroglycerin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyceryl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier derived from glycerol by replacing or removing one or more of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyceryl",1,1,1 ], "hydroxyl groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glycine",1,1,1 ], "a white sweet crystalline amino acid occurring in most proteins; aminoacetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycine",1,1,1 ], "acid| Formula: CH2NH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glyco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycogen",1,1,1 ], "a polysaccharide consisting of glucose units: the form in which carbohydrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycogen",1,1,1 ], "is stored in animals| It can easily be hydrolysed to glucose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glycogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of sugar, esp| (in animals) from glycogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycol",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for ethanediol or a diol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycolic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline soluble hygroscopic compound found in sugar cane and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycolic acid",1,1,1 ], "adhesives, and plasticizers; hydroxyacetic acid| Formula: CH2(OH)COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glycolic acid",1,1,1 ], "sugar beet: used in tanning and in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, pesticides," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glycolysis",1,1,1 ], "liberation of energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glycolysis",1,1,1 ], "the breakdown of glucose by enzymes into pyruvic and lactic acids with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyconeogenesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for gluconeogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycoprotein" ,1, 1, 1],"glucoprotein, or glycopeptide (gla$Ik@@$up$epta$Id) n",1). c_DEF([ "glycoprotein" ,1, 1, 2],"any of a group of conjugated proteins containing small amounts of",1). c_DEF([ "glycoprotein" ,1, 1, 2],"carbohydrates as prosthetic groups",2). c_DEF([ "glycoside",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of substances, such as digitoxin, derived from monosaccharides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glycoside",1,1,1 ], "by replacing the hydroxyl group by another group| Many are important medicinal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glycoside",1,1,1 ], "drugs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "glycosuria",1,1,1 ], "the presence of excess sugar in the urine, as in diabetes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyoxaline",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for imidazole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyph",1,1,1 ], "a carved channel or groove, esp| a vertical one as used on a Doric frieze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyph",1,1,2 ], "another word for hieroglyphic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyphography",1,1,1 ], "a platemaking process in which an electrotype is made from an engraved copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyphography",1,1,1 ], "plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glyptal",1,1,1 ], "an alkyd resin obtained from polyhydric alcohols and polybasic organic acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyptal",1,1,1 ], "or their anhydrides; used for surface coatings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glyptic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to engraving or carving, esp| on precious stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyptics",1,1,1 ], "the art of engraving precious stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyptodont",1,1,1 ], "any extinct late Cenozoic edentate mammal of the genus Glyptodon and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "glyptodont",1,1,1 ], "genera, of South America, which resembled giant armadillos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "glyptography",1,1,1 ], "the art of carving or engraving upon gemstones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gl|",1,1,1 ], "glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gl|",1,1,2 ], "gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnarl",1,1,1 ], "any knotty protuberance or swelling on a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnarl",1,2,1 ], "to knot or cause to knot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnarl",2,1,1 ], "to growl or snarl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnarled",1,1,1 ], "having gnarls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnarled",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of hands) rough, twisted, and weather-beaten in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnarled",1,1,3 ], "perverse or ill-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnash",1,1,1 ], "to grind (the teeth) together, as in pain or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnash",1,2,1 ], "to bite or chew as by grinding the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnash",1,3,1 ], "the act of gnashing the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnat",1,1,1 ], "Nematocera, esp| Culex pipiens , which abounds near stagnant water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnat",1,1,1 ], "any of various small fragile biting dipterous insects of the suborder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnatcatcher",1,1,1 ], "Muscicapidae (Old World flycatchers, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gnatcatcher",1,1,1 ], "any of various small American songbirds of the genus Polioptila and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnatcatcher",1,1,1 ], "genera, typically having a long tail and a pale bluish-grey plumage: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnathic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnathion",1,1,1 ], "craniometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnathion",1,1,1 ], "the lowest point of the midline of the lower jaw: a reference point in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnathite",1,1,1 ], "an appendage of an arthropod that is specialized for grasping or chewing;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnathite",1,1,1 ], "mouthpart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnathonic",1,1,1 ], "deceitfully flattering; sycophantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnaw",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at or upon) to bite (at) or chew (upon) constantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnaw",1,1,1 ], "so as to wear away little by little" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnaw",1,2,1 ], "to form by gnawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnaw",1,2,2 ], "to cause erosion of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnaw",1,2,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to cause constant distress or anxiety (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnaw",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of gnawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnawing",1,1,1 ], "a dull persistent pang or pain, esp| of hunger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gneiss",1,1,1 ], "any coarse-grained metamorphic rock that is banded or foliated: represents the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gneiss",1,1,1 ], "last stage in the metamorphism of rocks before melting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnocchi",1,1,1 ], "dumplings made of pieces of semolina pasta, or sometimes potato, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnocchi",1,1,1 ], "garnish soup, etc|, or served alone with cheese sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnome",1,1,1 ], "old men, said to live in the depths of the earth and guard buried treasure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnome",1,1,1 ], "one of a species of legendary creatures, usually resembling small misshapen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnome",1,1,2 ], "the statue of a gnome, esp| in a garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnome",1,1,3 ], "a very small or ugly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnome",1,1,4 ], "an international banker or financier (esp| in the phrase gnomes of Zurich)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnome",2,1,1 ], "a short pithy saying or maxim expressing a general truth or principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnomic",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, containing, or relating to gnomes or aphorisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnomic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a writer of such sayings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnomon",1,1,1 ], "the stationary arm that projects the shadow on a sundial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnomon",1,1,2 ], "a geometric figure remaining after a parallelogram has been removed from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnomon",1,1,2 ], "corner of a larger parallelogram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnosis",1,1,1 ], "intuitive knowledge of various spiritual truths, esp| that said to have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnosis",1,1,1 ], "possessed by ancient Gnostics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnostic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or possessing knowledge, esp| esoteric spiritual knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnotobiotics",1,1,1 ], "known microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnotobiotics",1,1,1 ], "the study of organisms living in germ-free conditions or when inoculated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gns|",1,1,1 ], "guineas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnu",1,1,1 ], "either of two sturdy antelopes, Connochaetes taurinus or the much rarer C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gnu",1,1,1 ], "gnou , inhabiting the savannas of Africa, having an oxlike head and a long tufted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gnu",1,1,1 ], "tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "go about",1,1,1 ], "to move from place to place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go about",1,1,2 ], "to busy oneself with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go about",1,1,3 ], "to tackle (a problem or task)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go about",1,1,4 ], "to be actively and constantly engaged in (doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go about",1,1,5 ], "to circulate (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go about",1,1,6 ], "(of a sailing ship) to change from one tack to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go against",1,1,1 ], "to be contrary to (principles or beliefs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go against",1,1,2 ], "to be unfavourable to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go ahead" ,1, 1, 1],"go-ahead",1). c_DEF([ "go ahead" ,1, 1, 1],"to start or continue, often after obtaining permission",1). c_DEF([ "go ahead" ,1, 1, 2],"enterprising or ambitious",1). c_DEF([ "go along",1,1,1 ], "to refrain from disagreement assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go around",1,1,1 ], "to move about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go around",1,1,2 ], "to frequent the society (of a person or group of people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go around",1,1,3 ], "to be sufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go around",1,1,4 ], "to circulate (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go around",1,1,5 ], "to be actively and constantly engaged in (doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go around",1,1,6 ], "to be long enough to encircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go at",1,1,1 ], "to make an energetic attempt at (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go at",1,1,2 ], "to attack vehemently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go away",1,1,1 ], "to leave, as when starting from home on holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go back",1,1,1 ], "to return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go back",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to originate (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go back",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by on) to change one's mind about; repudiate (esp| in the phrase go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go back",1,1,3 ], "back on one's word)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go back",1,1,4 ], "(of clocks and watches) to be set to an earlier time, as during British Summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go back",1,1,4 ], "Time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go by",1,1,1 ], "to pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go by",1,1,2 ], "to be guided by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go by",1,1,3 ], "to use as a basis for forming an opinion or judgement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,1 ], "decrease, etc|, the ship went down this morning; prices are going down; the path goes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,1 ], "down to the sea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,1 ], "to move or lead to or as if to a lower place or level; sink, decline," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,10 ], "(of a celestial body) to sink or set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,11 ], "to go to prison, esp| for a specified period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,2 ], "to be defeated; lose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,3 ], "to be remembered or recorded (esp| in the phrase go down in history)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,4 ], "to be received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,5 ], "(of food) to be swallowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,6 ], "to fail to make the number of tricks previously contracted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,7 ], "to leave (a college or university) at the end of a term or the academic year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,8 ], "(usually foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go down",1,1,9 ], "to fall ill; be infected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go for",1,1,1 ], "to go somewhere in order to have or fetch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go for",1,1,2 ], "to seek to obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go for",1,1,3 ], "to apply to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go for",1,1,4 ], "to prefer or choose; like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go for",1,1,5 ], "to be to the advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go for",1,1,6 ], "to make a physical or verbal attack on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go for",1,1,7 ], "to be considered to be of a stated importance or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go forth",1,1,1 ], "to be issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go forth",1,1,2 ], "to go out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go in",1,1,1 ], "to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go in",1,1,2 ], "(of the sun, etc|) to become hidden behind a cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go in",1,1,3 ], "to be assimilated or grasped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go in",1,1,4 ], "to begin an innings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go in",1,1,5 ], "go in for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go in",1,1,5,1 ], "to enter as a competitor or contestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go in",1,1,5,2 ], "to adopt as an activity, interest, or guiding principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go into",1,1,1 ], "to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go into",1,1,2 ], "to start a career in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go into",1,1,3 ], "to investigate or examine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go into",1,1,4 ], "to dress oneself differently in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go into",1,1,5 ], "to hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go into",1,1,6 ], "to go to live in or be admitted to, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go into",1,1,7 ], "to enter a specified state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,1 ], "(of power, a water supply, etc|) to cease to be available, running, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,1 ], "functioning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,10 ], "(of concrete, mortar, etc|) to harden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,11 ], "(of food, etc|) to become stale or rotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,12 ], "to cease to like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,13 ], "to have an orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,2 ], "to be discharged or activated; explode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,3 ], "to occur as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,4 ], "to leave (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,5 ], "(of a sensation) to gradually cease to be felt or perceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,6 ], "to fall asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,7 ], "to become mad or crazy (esp| in the phrases go off one's rocker or head)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,8 ], "to enter a specified state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go off",1,1,9 ], "to abscond (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,1 ], "to continue or proceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,10 ], "to use as a basis for further thought or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,11 ], "(often foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,12 ], "to approach (a time, age, amount, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,13 ], "to start to bowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,14 ], "to take one's turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,15 ], "(of clothes) to be capable of being put on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,16 ], "go much on|Brit| to care for; like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,17 ], "present time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,17 ], "something to go on or to be going on with| something that is adequate for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,2 ], "to happen or take place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,3 ], "(of power, water supply, etc|) to start running or functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,4 ], "to mount or board and ride on, esp| as a treat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,5 ], "to make an entrance on stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,6 ], "to act or behave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,7 ], "to talk excessively; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,8 ], "to continue talking, esp| after a short pause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,1,9 ], "to criticize or nag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go on",1,2,1 ], "I don't believe what you're saying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,1 ], "to depart from a room, house, country, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,10 ], "to get rid of the last card, token, etc|, in one's hand|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,11 ], "go all out| to make a great effort to achieve or obtain something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,2 ], "to cease to illuminate, burn, or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,3 ], "to cease to be fashionable or popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,4 ], "to become unconscious or fall asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,5 ], "(of a broadcast) to be transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,6 ], "to go to entertainments, social functions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,7 ], "(usually foll| by with or together) to associate (with a person of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,7 ], "opposite sex) regularly; date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,8 ], "(of workers) to begin to strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go out",1,1,9 ], "(foll| by to) to be extended (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,1 ], "to be received in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,2 ], "Also: go through| to examine and revise as necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,3 ], "Also: go through| to clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,4 ], "to check and repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,5 ], "Also: go through| to rehearse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,5,1 ], "to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,6 ], "(to a different practice or system)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,6,2 ], "to change one's allegiances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go over",1,1,7 ], "to do physical violence to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go slow" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a deliberate slackening of the rate of production by organized labour as a",1). c_DEF([ "go slow" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"tactic in industrial conflict",2). c_DEF([ "go slow" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "go slow" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "go slow" ,1, 3, 1],"to work deliberately slowly as a tactic in industrial conflict",1). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,1 ], "to be approved or accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,2 ], "to consume; exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,3 ], "Also: go over| to examine and revise as necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,4 ], "to suffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,5 ], "Also: go over| to rehearse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,6 ], "Also: go over| to clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,7 ], "to participate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,8 ], "to bring to a successful conclusion, often by persistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go through",1,1,9 ], "(of a book) to be published in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go to",1,1,1 ], "to be awarded to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go to",1,1,2 ], "go to it| to tackle a task vigorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go to",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation expressing surprise, encouragement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go together",1,1,1 ], "to be mutually suited; harmonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go together",1,1,2 ], "(of two people of opposite sex) to associate frequently with each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go under",1,1,1 ], "to sink below (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go under",1,1,2 ], "to founder or drown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go under",1,1,3 ], "to be conquered or overwhelmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go up",1,1,1 ], "to move or lead to or as if to a higher place or level; rise; increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go up",1,1,2 ], "to be destroyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go up",1,1,3 ], "academic year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go up",1,1,3 ], "to go or return (to college or university) at the beginning of a term or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go with",1,1,1 ], "to accompany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go with",1,1,2 ], "to blend or harmonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go with",1,1,3 ], "to be a normal part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go with",1,1,4 ], "to be of the same opinion as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go with",1,1,5 ], "(of two people of the opposite sex) to associate frequently with each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go without",1,1,1 ], "to be denied or deprived of (something, esp| food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go without",1,1,2 ], "that goes without saying| that is obvious or self-evident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 1, 1],"(mainly intr|) to move or proceed, esp| to or from a point or in a certain",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 1, 1],"direction",2). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 10],"to lead, extend, or afford access",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 11],"to proceed towards an activity",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 1],"or purpose",2). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 1],"to proceed towards a particular person or place with some specified intention",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 2],"to depart",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 3],"to start, as in a race: often used in commands",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 4],"to make regular journeys",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 5],"to operate or function effectively",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 6],"to become",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 7],"to make a noise as specified",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 8],"to enter into a specified state or condition",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 2, 9],"to be or continue to be in a specified state or condition",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 10],"(of music, poetry, etc|) to be sounded; expressed, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 11],"to fail or give way",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 12],"to break down or collapse abruptly",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 13],"to die",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 14, 1],"(of time, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 14],"(often foll| by by)",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 15, 2],"to travel past",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 15, 3],"to be guided (by)",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 15],"to elapse",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 16],"to occur",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 17],"to be eliminated, abolished, or given up",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 18],"to be spent or finished",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 19],"to circulate or be transmitted",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 1],"to serve or contribute",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 20],"to attend",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 21],"to join a stated profession",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 22],"(foll| by to) to have recourse (to); turn",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 23],"(foll| by to) to subject or put oneself (to)",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 24],"to proceed, esp| up to or beyond certain limits",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 25],"to be acceptable or tolerated",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 26],"to carry the weight of final authority",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 27],"(foll| by into) to be contained in",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 28],"(often foll| by for) to endure or last out",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 2],"to follow a course as specified; fare",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 3],"to be applied or allotted to a particular purpose or recipient",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 4],"to be sold or otherwise transferred to a recipient",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 5],"to be ranked; compare",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 6],"to blend or harmonize",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 7],"(foll| by by or under) to be known (by a name or disguise)",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 8],"to fit or extend",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 3, 9],"to have a usual or proper place",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 4, 1],"to bet or bid",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 5, 1, 1],"to start to act so as to",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 5, 1, 2],"to leave so as to",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 5, 1],"to have as one's weight",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 5, 2],"to perform well; be successful",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 5, 3],"go and| Informal| to be so foolish or unlucky as to",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 5, 4],"be going| to intend or be about to start (to do or be doing something): often",1). c_DEF([ "go" ,1, 5, 4],"used as an alternative fu",2). c_DEF([ "go",1,1,1 ], "taste or good taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go",2,1,1 ], "a game for two players in which counters are moved on a board marked with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go",2,1,1 ], "grid, the object being to capture the opponent's counters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go-away bird",1,1,1 ], "any of several touracos of the genus Corythaixoides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-between",1,1,1 ], "a person who acts as agent or intermediary for two people or groups in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-between",1,1,1 ], "transaction or dealing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go-by",1,1,1 ], "a deliberate snub or slight (esp| in the phrase give the go-by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-cart",1,1,1 ], "a small wagon for young children to ride in or pull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-cart",1,1,2 ], "a light frame on casters or wheels that supports a baby while learning to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-cart",1,1,2 ], "walk| Brit| word: baby-walker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "go-cart",1,1,3 ], "another word for handcart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-getter",1,1,1 ], "an ambitious enterprising person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-go dancer",1,1,1 ], "a dancer, usually scantily dressed, who performs rhythmic and often erotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "go-go dancer",1,1,1 ], "modern dance routines, esp| in a nightclub or discotheque" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goa",1,1,1 ], "a gazelle, Procapra picticaudata, inhabiting the plains of the Tibetan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goa",1,1,1 ], "plateau, having a brownish-grey coat and backward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goad",1,1,1 ], "a sharp pointed stick for urging on cattle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goad",1,1,2 ], "anything that acts as a spur or incitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goad",1,2,1 ], "to drive with or as if with a goad; spur; incite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal area",1,1,1 ], "a rectangular area to the sides and front of the goal, measuring 20 X 6 yards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal area",1,1,1 ], "on a full-sized pitch, from which goal kicks are taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goal kick",1,1,1 ], "a kick taken from the six-yard line by the defending team after the ball has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal kick",1,1,1 ], "been put out of play by an opposing player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goal line",1,1,1 ], "the line marking each end of the pitch, on which the goals stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal post",1,1,1 ], "either of two upright posts supporting the crossbar of a goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal",1,1,1 ], "the aim or object towards which an endeavour is directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal",1,1,2 ], "the terminal point of a journey or race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal",1,1,3 ], "(in various sports) the net, basket, etc| into or over which players try to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal",1,1,3 ], "propel the ball, puck, etc|, to score" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goal",1,1,3,1 ], "a successful attempt at scoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal",1,1,3,2 ], "the score so made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goal",1,1,4 ], "(in soccer, hockey, etc|) the position of goalkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goalie",1,1,1 ], "short for goalkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goalkeeper",1,1,1 ], "a player in the goal whose duty is to prevent the ball, puck, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goalkeeper",1,1,1 ], "entering or crossing it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goalmouth",1,1,1 ], "the area in front of the goal|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goanna",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian monitor lizards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat antelope",1,1,1 ], "any bovid mammal of the tribe Rupicaprini, including the chamois, goral," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat antelope",1,1,1 ], "serow, and Rocky Mountain goat, having characteristics of both goats and antelopes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goat moth",1,1,1 ], "a large European moth, Cossus cossus, with pale brownish-grey variably marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat moth",1,1,1 ], "wings: family Cossidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,1 ], "any sure-footed agile bovid mammal of the genus Capra, naturally inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,1 ], "colouring and a beard| Domesticated varieties (C| hircus) are reared for milk, meat, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,1 ], "rough stony ground in Europe, Asia, and N Africa, typically having a brown-grey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,1 ], "wool| Related adjs|: capric, hircine" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,2 ], "short for Rocky Mountain goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,3 ], "a lecherous man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,4 ], "a bad or inferior person or thing (esp| in the phrase separate the sheep from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,4 ], "the goats)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,5 ], "short for scapegoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,6 ], "get goat| Slang| to cause annoyance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat",1,1,7 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat's-rue",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian leguminous plant, Galega officinalis, cultivated for its white," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat's-rue",1,1,1 ], "mauve, or pinkish flowers: formerly used medicinally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goat's-rue",1,1,2 ], "a North American leguminous plant, Tephrosia virginiana, with pink-and-yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goat's-rue",1,1,2 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goatee",1,1,1 ], "a pointed tuftlike beard growing on the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatfish",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for the red mullet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatherd",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to tend or herd goats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatish",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or relating to a goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatish",1,1,2 ], "lustful or lecherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatsbeard",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Tragopogon pratensis, with woolly stems and large heads of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatsbeard",1,1,1 ], "yellow rayed flowers surrounded by large green bracts: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goatsbeard",1,1,2 ], "an American rosaceous plant, Aruncus sylvester, with long spikes of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatsbeard",1,1,2 ], "white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goatskin",1,1,1 ], "the hide of a goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatskin",1,1,1,1 ], "something made from the hide of a goat, such as leather or a container for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatskin",1,1,1,1 ], "wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goatskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goatsucker",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for nightjar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gob" ,1, 1, 1],"a lump or chunk, esp| of a soft substance",1). c_DEF([ "gob" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"waste material such as clay, shale, etc",1). c_DEF([ "gob" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a worked-out area in a mine often packed with this",1). c_DEF([ "gob" ,1, 1, 2],"a great quantity or amount",1). c_DEF([ "gob" ,1, 1, 3],"a globule of spittle or saliva",1). c_DEF([ "gob" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) Brit| informal",1). c_DEF([ "gob" ,1, 2, 2],"to spit",1). c_DEF([ "gob",2,1,1 ], "an informal word (not in nautical use) for a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gob",3,1,1 ], "a slang word (esp| Brit|) for the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobbet",1,1,1 ], "a chunk, lump, or fragment, esp| of raw meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobble",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to eat or swallow (food) hastily and in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobble",1,1,1 ], "mouthfuls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gobble",1,2,1 ], "to snatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobble",2,1,1 ], "the loud rapid gurgling sound made by male turkeys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobble",2,2,1 ], "an imitation of this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobble",2,3,1 ], "(of a turkey) to make this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobbledegook",1,1,1 ], "pretentious language, esp| as characterized by obscure phraseology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobbler",1,1,1 ], "a male turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobioid",1,1,1 ], "Eleotridae)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gobioid",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Gobioidea, a suborder of spiny-finned teleost fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobioid",1,1,1 ], "that includes gobies and mudskippers (family Gobiidae) and sleepers (family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gobioid",1,2,1 ], "any gobioid fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goblet",1,1,1 ], "a vessel for drinking, usually of glass or metal, with a base and stem but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goblet",1,1,1 ], "without handles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goblet",1,1,2 ], "a large drinking cup shaped like a bowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goblin",1,1,1 ], "(in folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature, regarded as malevolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goblin",1,1,1 ], "towards human beings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gobo",1,1,1 ], "a shield placed around a microphone to exclude unwanted sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobo",1,1,2 ], "a black screen placed around a camera lens, television lens, etc|, to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gobo",1,1,2 ], "the incident light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gobstopper",1,1,1 ], "a large hard sweet that changes colour when sucked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goby",1,1,1 ], "any small spiny-finned fish of the family Gobiidae, of coastal or brackish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goby",1,1,1 ], "as a sucker" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goby",1,1,1 ], "waters, having a large head, an elongated tapering body, and the ventral fins modified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goby",1,1,2 ], "any other gobioid fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "god",1,1,1 ], "a supernatural being, who is worshipped as the controller of some part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "god",1,1,1 ], "universe or some aspect of life in the world or is the personification of some force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "god",1,1,2 ], "an image, idol, or symbolic representation of such a deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "god",1,1,3 ], "any person or thing to which excessive attention is given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "god",1,1,4 ], "a man who has qualities regarded as making him superior to other men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "god",1,1,5 ], "the gallery of a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "god-fearing",1,1,1 ], "pious; devout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godchild",1,1,1 ], "a person, usually an infant, who is sponsored by adults at baptism| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goddamn" ,1, 1, 1],"also goddam,adj| also goddam",1). c_DEF([ "goddaughter",1,1,1 ], "a female godchild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goddess",1,1,1 ], "a female god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goddess",1,1,2 ], "a woman who is adored or idealized, esp| by a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godetia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the American onagraceous genus Godetia, esp| one grown as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godetia",1,1,1 ], "showy-flowered annual garden plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "godfather",1,1,1 ], "a male godparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godforsaken",1,1,1 ], "desolate; dreary; forlorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godforsaken",1,1,2 ], "wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godhood",1,1,1 ], "the state of being divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godless",1,1,1 ], "wicked or unprincipled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godless",1,1,2 ], "lacking a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godless",1,1,3 ], "refusing to acknowledge God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godlike",1,1,1 ], "resembling or befitting a god or God; divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godly",1,1,2 ], "having a religious character; pious; devout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godmother",1,1,1 ], "a female godparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godown",1,1,1 ], "(in the East, esp| in India and Malaya) a warehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godparent",1,1,1 ], "a person who stands sponsor to another at baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godroon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gadroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godsend",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that comes unexpectedly but is particularly welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godson",1,1,1 ], "a male godchild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godwit",1,1,1 ], "any large shore bird of the genus Limosa, of northern and arctic regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "godwit",1,1,1 ], "having long legs and a long upturned bill: family Scolopacidae (sandpipers, etc|)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "godwit",1,1,1 ], "order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goer",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who attends something regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goer",1,1,1,2 ], "filmgoer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that goes, esp| one that goes very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goer",1,1,3 ], "an acceptable or feasible idea, proposal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goer",1,1,4 ], "a person trying to succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goethite",1,1,1 ], "a black, brown, or yellow mineral consisting of hydrated iron oxide in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goethite",1,1,1 ], "form of orthorhombic crystals or fibrous masses| Formula: FeO(OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gofferor gauffer",1,1,1 ], "to press pleats into (a frill)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gofferor gauffer",1,2,1 ], "to decorate (the gilt edges of a book) with a repeating pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gofferor gauffer",1,3,1 ], "an ornamental frill made by pressing pleats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gofferor gauffer",1,3,2 ], "the decoration formed by goffering books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gofferor gauffer",1,3,3 ], "the iron or tool used in making goffers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gogga",1,1,1 ], "any small animal that crawls or flies, esp| an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goggle",1,1,1 ], "to stare stupidly or fixedly, as in astonishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goggle",1,1,2 ], "to cause (the eyes) to roll or bulge or (of the eyes) to roll or bulge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goggle",1,2,1 ], "a fixed or bulging stare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goggle",1,2,2 ], "eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goggle",1,2,2 ], "spectacles, often of coloured glass or covered with gauze: used to protect the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goggle-eyed",1,1,1 ], "with a surprised, staring, or fixed expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gogglebox",1,1,1 ], "a television set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goglet" ,1, 1, 0],"OWORD",1). c_DEF([ "goglet" ,1, 1, 1],"gurglet, or guglet n",1). c_DEF([ "goglet" ,1, 1, 2],"a long-necked water-cooling vessel of porous earthenware, used esp| in India",1). c_DEF([ "going",1,1,1 ], "a departure or farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,1,2 ], "riding, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,1,2 ], "the condition of a surface such as a road or field with regard to walking," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,1,3 ], "speed, progress, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,2,1 ], "thriving (esp| in the phrase a going concern)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,2,2 ], "current or accepted, as from past negotiations or commercial operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,3,1 ], "available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,3,2 ], "finished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "going",1,3,2 ], "going, going, gone!a statement by an auctioneer that the bidding has almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going-over",1,1,1 ], "a check, examination, or investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "going-over",1,1,2 ], "a castigation or thrashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goings-on",1,1,1 ], "actions or conduct, esp| when regarded with disapproval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goings-on",1,1,2 ], "happenings or events, esp| when mysterious or suspicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goitre",1,1,1 ], "a swelling of the thyroid gland, in some cases nearly doubling the size of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goitre",1,1,1 ], "neck, usually caused by under- or over-production of hormone by the gland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold basis",1,1,1 ], "the gold standard as a criterion for the determination of prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold beetle",1,1,1 ], "any American beetle of the family Chrysomelidae having a bright metallic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold beetle",1,1,1 ], "lustre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold brick",1,1,1 ], "something with only a superficial appearance of value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold brick",1,1,2 ], "an idler or shirker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold certificate",1,1,1 ], "Treasury and is used to transfer interbank balances within the Federal Reserve System" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gold certificate",1,1,1 ], "Treasury| It forms a claim on gold reserves deposited by the Federal Reserve Banks at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold certificate",1,1,1 ], "a currency note issued exclusively to the Federal Reserve Banks by the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold certificate",1,1,2 ], "a bank note issued by the U|S| Treasury to the public and redeemable in gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold dust",1,1,1 ], "gold in the form of small particles or powder, as found in placer-mining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold foil",1,1,1 ], "thin gold sheet that is thicker than gold leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold leaf",1,1,1 ], "micrometre, produced by rolling or hammering gold and used for gilding woodwork, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold leaf",1,1,1 ], "very thin gold sheet with a thickness between about 0|076 and 0|127" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold medal",1,1,1 ], "a medal of gold, awarded to the winner of a competition or race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold mine",1,1,1 ], "a place where gold ore is mined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold mine",1,1,2 ], "a source of great wealth, profit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold note",1,1,1 ], "another name for gold certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold plate",1,1,1 ], "a thin coating of gold, usually produced by electroplating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold plate",1,1,2 ], "vessels or utensils made of gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold point",1,1,1 ], "at which it is as cheap to settle international accounts by exporting or importing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold point",1,1,1 ], "either of two exchange rates (the gold export point and the gold import point)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold point",1,1,1 ], "gold bullion as by selling or buying bills of exchange" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gold reserve",1,1,1 ], "cover balance of payments deficits, and to protect currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold reserve",1,1,1 ], "the gold reserved by a central bank to support domestic credit expansion, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold rush",1,1,1 ], "a large-scale migration of people to a territory where gold has been found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold standard",1,1,1 ], "a monetary system in which the unit of currency is defined with reference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold standard",1,1,1 ], "gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,1,1 ], "196|97; valency: 1 or 3; relative density: 19|32; melting pt|: 1063 degrees C; boiling" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,1,1 ], "a dense inert bright yellow element that is the most malleable and ductile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,1,1 ], "jewellery, dentistry, and plating| The radioisotope gold-198 (radiogold), with a half-life" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,1,1 ], "metal, occurring in rocks and alluvial deposits: used as a monetary standard and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,1,1 ], "of 2|69 days, is used in radiotherapy| Symbol: Au; atomic no|: 79; atomic wt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,1,1 ], "pt|: 2966 degrees C| Related adjs|: aurous, auric" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,2 ], "a coin or coins made of this metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,3 ], "money; wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,4 ], "phrase heart of gold)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,4 ], "something precious, beautiful, etc|, such as a noble nature (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,4,1 ], "a deep yellow colour, sometimes with a brownish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,4,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold",1,1,5 ], "the bull's eye of a target, scoring nine points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-beating",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or skill of hammering sheets of gold into gold leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-digger",1,1,1 ], "a person who prospects or digs for gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-digger",1,1,2 ], "a woman who uses her sexual attractions to accumulate gifts and wealth or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-digger",1,1,2 ], "advance her social position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold-exchange standard",1,1,1 ], "a monetary system by which one country's currency, which is not itself based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-exchange standard",1,1,1 ], "gold standard" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gold-exchange standard",1,1,1 ], "on the gold standard, is kept at a par with another currency that is based on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold-of-pleasure",1,1,1 ], "a yellow-flowered Eurasian cruciferous plant, Camelina sativa, widespread as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-of-pleasure",1,1,1 ], "weed, esp| in flax fields: formerly cultivated for its oil-rich seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gold-plate",1,1,1 ], "to coat (other metal) with gold, usually by electroplating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-tail moth",1,1,1 ], "a European moth, Euproctis chrysorrhoea (or similis), having white wings and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gold-tail moth",1,1,1 ], "soft white furry body with a yellow tail tuft: family Lymantriidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldbeater's skin",1,1,1 ], "animal membrane used to separate sheets of gold that are being hammered into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldbeater's skin",1,1,1 ], "gold leaf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldcrest",1,1,1 ], "a small Old World warbler, Regulus regulus, having a greenish plumage and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldcrest",1,1,1 ], "bright yellow-and-black crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden age",1,1,1 ], "innocent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden age",1,1,1 ], "the first and best age of mankind, when existence was happy, prosperous, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden age",1,1,2 ], "nation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden age",1,1,2 ], "the most flourishing and outstanding period, esp| in the history of an art or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden age",1,1,3 ], "1st century b|c| and represented by such writers as Cicero and Virgil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden age",1,1,3 ], "the great classical period of Latin literature, occupying approximately the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden aster",1,1,1 ], "any North American plant of the genus Chrysopsis, esp| C| mariana of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden aster",1,1,1 ], "eastern U|S|, having yellow rayed flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden calf",1,1,1,1 ], "an idol made by Aaron and set up for the Israelites to worship (Exodus 32)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden calf",1,1,1,2 ], "either of two similar idols set up by Jeroboam I at Dan and Bethel in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden calf",1,1,1,2 ], "northern kingdom (I Kings 12:28-30)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden calf",1,1,2 ], "the pursuit or idolization of material wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden chain",1,1,1 ], "another name for laburnum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden disc",1,1,1 ], "an award given to a musical artiste or group after the sale of one million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden disc",1,1,1 ], "copies of a record made by them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden eagle",1,1,1 ], "a large eagle, Aquila chrysaetos, of mountainous regions of the N hemisphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden eagle",1,1,1 ], "having a plumage that is golden brown on the back and brown elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden goose",1,1,1 ], "a goose in folklore that laid a golden egg a day until its greedy owner killed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden goose",1,1,1 ], "it in an attempt to get all the gold at once" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden handshake",1,1,1 ], "a sum of money, usually large, given to an employee, either on retirement in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden handshake",1,1,1 ], "recognition of long or excellent service or as compensation for loss of employment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden mean",1,1,1 ], "the middle course between extremes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden mean",1,1,2 ], "another term for golden section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden number",1,1,1 ], "Metonic cycle, calculated as the remainder when 1 is added to the given year and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden number",1,1,1 ], "a number between 1 and 19, used to indicate the position of any year in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden number",1,1,1 ], "sum is divided by 19| If the remainder is zero the number is 19" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "golden oriole",1,1,1 ], "a European oriole, Oriolus oriolus, the male of which has a bright yellow head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden oriole",1,1,1 ], "and body with black wings and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden pheasant",1,1,1 ], "a brightly coloured pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus, of the mountainous regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden pheasant",1,1,1 ], "of W and central Asia, the males of which have a crest and ruff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden plover",1,1,1 ], "and Asia, that have golden brown back, head, and wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden plover",1,1,1 ], "any of several plovers of the genus Pluvialis, such as P| apricaria of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden retriever",1,1,1 ], "a variety of retriever with a long silky wavy coat of a yellow or golden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden retriever",1,1,1 ], "colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden rule",1,1,1 ], "the rule of conduct formulated by Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden rule",1,1,2 ], "any important principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden rule",1,1,3 ], "another name for rule of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden section",1,1,1 ], "of a plane figure such that the smaller is to the larger as the larger is to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden section",1,1,1 ], "sum of the two" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "golden section",1,1,1 ], "the proportion of the two divisions of a straight line or the two dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden syrup",1,1,1 ], "a light golden coloured treacle produced by the evaporation of cane sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden syrup",1,1,1 ], "juice, used to sweeten and flavour cakes, puddings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden wattle",1,1,1 ], "a useful gum and bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden wattle",1,1,1 ], "an Australian yellow-flowered mimosaceous plant, Acacia pycnantha, that yields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden wattle",1,1,2 ], "Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golden wattle",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related plants, esp| Acacia longifolia of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden",1,1,1 ], "of the yellowish or brownish-yellow metallic colour of gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden",1,1,2 ], "made from or largely consisting of gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden",1,1,3 ], "happy or prosperous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden",1,1,4 ], "(of anniversaries) the 50th in a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden",1,1,5 ], "very successful or destined for success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golden",1,1,6 ], "extremely valuable or advantageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldeneye",1,1,1 ], "either of two black-and-white diving ducks, Bucephala clangula or B|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldeneye",1,1,1 ], "islandica, of northern regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldeneye",1,1,2 ], "any lacewing of the family Chrysopidae that has a greenish body and eyes of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldeneye",1,1,2 ], "metallic lustre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldenrod",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Solidago, of North America, Europe, and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldenrod",1,1,1 ], "spikes of small yellow flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldenrod",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar related plants, such as Brachychaeta sphacelata of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldenrod",1,1,2 ], "southern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldenseal",1,1,1 ], "a ranunculaceous woodland plant, Hydrastis canadensis, of E North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldenseal",1,1,1 ], "was formerly used medicinally" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goldenseal",1,1,1 ], "whose thick yellow rootstock contains such alkaloids as berberine and hydrastine and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldeye",1,1,1 ], "a North American clupeoid fish, Hiodon alosoides, with yellowish eyes, silvery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldeye",1,1,1 ], "sides, and a dark blue back: family Hiodontidae (mooneyes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldfinch",1,1,1 ], "a common European finch, Carduelis carduelis, the male of which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldfinch",1,1,1 ], "red-and-white face and yellow-and-black wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldfinch",1,1,2 ], "any of several North American finches of the genus Spinus, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldfinch",1,1,2 ], "yellow-and-black species S| tristis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldfish bowl",1,1,1 ], "a glass bowl, typically spherical, in which fish are kept as pets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldfish bowl",1,1,2 ], "a place or situation open to observation by onlookers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldfish",1,1,1 ], "China, widely introduced as a pond or aquarium fish| It resembles the carp and has a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldfish",1,1,1 ], "a freshwater cyprinid fish, Carassius auratus, of E Europe and Asia, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldfish",1,1,1 ], "typically golden or orange-red coloration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goldfish",1,1,2 ], "any of certain similar ornamental fishes, esp| the golden orfe (see orfe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldilocks",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Aster linosyris (or Linosyris vulgaris), with clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldilocks",1,1,1 ], "small yellow flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldilocks",1,1,2 ], "a Eurasian ranunculaceous woodland plant, Ranunculus auricomus, with yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldilocks",1,1,2 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldilocks",1,1,3 ], "a person, esp| a girl, with light blond hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldsmith beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various scarabaeid beetles that have a metallic golden lustre, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldsmith beetle",1,1,1 ], "rose chafer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldsmith",1,1,1,1 ], "a dealer in articles made of gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldsmith",1,1,1,2 ], "an artisan who makes such articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldsmith",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a dealer or manufacturer of gold articles who also engaged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldsmith",1,1,2 ], "banking or other financial business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldsmith",1,1,3 ], "(in Malaysia) a Chinese jeweller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldstone",1,1,1 ], "another name for aventurine 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldthread",1,1,1 ], "a North American woodland ranunculaceous plant, Coptis trifolia (or C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goldthread",1,1,1 ], "groenlandica), with slender yellow roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goldthread",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, which yields a medicinal tonic and a dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golem",1,1,1 ], "(in Jewish legend) an artificially created human being brought to life by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golem",1,1,1 ], "supernatural means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golf ball",1,1,1 ], "a core with a cover made of gutta-percha, etc|, used in golf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golf ball",1,1,1 ], "a small resilient white ball of strands of rubber wound at high tension around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf ball",1,1,2 ], "(in some electric typewriters) a small detachable metal sphere, around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf ball",1,1,2 ], "surface of which type characters are arranged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golf club",1,1,1 ], "any of various long-shafted clubs with wood or metal heads used to strike a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf club",1,1,1 ], "golf ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golf club",1,1,1,1 ], "an association of golf players, usually having its own course and facilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf club",1,1,1,2 ], "the premises of such an association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf course",1,1,1 ], "a large area of open land on which golf is played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf",1,1,1,1 ], "a game played on a large open course, the object of which is to hit a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf",1,1,1,1 ], "using clubs, with as few strokes as possible, into each of usually 18 holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "golf",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golf",1,2,1 ], "to play golf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golfer",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays golf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golfer",1,1,2 ], "a type of cardigan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goliard",1,1,1 ], "Latin verse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goliard",1,1,1 ], "for their riotous behaviour, intemperance, and composition of satirical and ribald" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goliard",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of wandering scholars in 12th- and 13th-century Europe famed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goliardery",1,1,1 ], "the poems of the goliards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goliath beetle",1,1,1 ], "any very large tropical scarabaeid beetle of the genus Goliathus, esp| G|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goliath beetle",1,1,1 ], "giganteus of Africa, which may grow to a length of 20 centimetres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goliath frog",1,1,1 ], "Africa and can grow to a length of 30 centimetres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goliath frog",1,1,1 ], "the largest living frog, Rana goliath, which occurs in the Congo region of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golliwog",1,1,1 ], "a soft doll with a black face, usually made of cloth or rags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gollop",1,1,1 ], "to eat or drink (something) quickly or greedily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golly" ,3, 1, 1],"to spit",1). c_DEF([ "golly" ,3, 2, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "golly" ,3, 2, 2],"a gob of spit",1). c_DEF([ "golly",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of mild surprise or wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "golly",2,1,1 ], "short for golliwog: used chiefly by children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goloshes",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of galoshes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gombroon",1,1,1 ], "Persian and Chinese pottery and porcelain wares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gomphosis",1,1,1 ], "a form of immovable articulation in which a peglike part fits into a cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gomuti",1,1,1 ], "an East Indian feather palm, Arenga pinnata, whose sweet sap is a source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gomuti",1,1,1 ], "sugar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gomuti",1,1,2 ], "a black wiry fibre obtained from the leafstalks of this plant, used for making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gomuti",1,1,2 ], "rope, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gomuti",1,1,3 ], "a Malaysian sago palm, Metroxylon sagu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gon-",1,1,1 ], "variant of gono- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonad",1,1,1 ], "an animal organ in which gametes are produced, such as a testis or an ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonadotropin",1,1,1 ], "any of three glycoprotein hormones secreted by the pituitary gland and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonadotropin",1,1,1 ], "placenta that stimulate the gonads and control reproductive activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow flat-bottomed boat with a high ornamented stem and a platform at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,1 ], "the stern where an oarsman stands and propels the boat by sculling or punting:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,1 ], "traditionally used on the canals of Venice" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,1,1 ], "a car or cabin suspended from an airship or balloon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,1,2 ], "a moving cabin suspended from a cable across a valley, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,2 ], "Mississippi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,2 ], "a flat-bottomed barge used on canals and rivers of the U|S| as far west as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,3 ], "a low, open, and flat-bottomed railway goods wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gondola",1,1,4 ], "a set of island shelves in a self-service shop: used for displaying goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gondolier",1,1,1 ], "a man who propels a gondola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,1 ], "ended; past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,2 ], "lost; ruined (esp| in the phrases gone goose or gosling)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,3 ], "dead or near to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,4 ], "spent; consumed; used up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,5 ], "faint or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,6 ], "having been pregnant (for a specified time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,7 ], "(usually foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,8 ], "in love (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gone",1,2,9 ], "in an exhilarated state, as through music or the use of drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing beyond help or recovery, esp| a person who is dead or about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goner",1,1,1 ], "to die" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonfalon",1,1,1 ], "a banner hanging from a crossbar, used esp| by certain medieval Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonfalon",1,1,1 ], "republics or in ecclesiastical processions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonfalon",1,1,2 ], "a battle flag suspended crosswise on a staff, usually having a serrated edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonfalon",1,1,2 ], "to give the appearance of streamers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonfalonier",1,1,1 ], "the bearer of the republic's gonfalon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonfalonier",1,1,1 ], "the chief magistrate or other official of a medieval Italian republic, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument of indefinite pitch, consisting of a metal platelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,1 ], "disc struck with a soft-headed drumstick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,2 ], "a rimmed metal disc, hollow metal hemisphere, or metal strip, tube, or wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,2 ], "electromagnetically" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,2 ], "that produces a note when struck| It may be used to give alarm signals when operated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,3 ], "a fixed saucer-shaped bell, as on an alarm clock, struck by a mechanically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,3 ], "operated hammer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,1,4 ], "a medal, esp| a military one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,2,1 ], "to sound a gong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gong",1,3,1 ], "(of traffic police) to summon (a driver) to stop by sounding a gong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goniatite",1,1,1 ], "any extinct cephalopod mollusc of the genus Goniatites and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goniatite",1,1,1 ], "similar to ammonites: a common fossil of Devonian and Carboniferous rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonidium",1,1,1 ], "a green algal cell in the thallus of a lichen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonidium",1,1,2 ], "an asexual reproductive cell in some colonial algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goniometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the angles between the faces of a crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goniometer",1,1,2 ], "aerials, used to determine the bearing of a distant radio station" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goniometer",1,1,2 ], "an instrument consisting of a transformer circuit connected to two directional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonion",1,1,1 ], "the point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonk",1,1,1 ], "a soft toy, typically egg-shaped with arms and legs attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonna",1,1,1 ], "contraction of going to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gono-",1,1,1 ], "sexual or reproductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonococcus",1,1,1 ], "a spherical Gram-negative bacterium, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, that causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonococcus",1,1,1 ], "gonorrhoea: family Neisseriaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonocyte",1,1,1 ], "an oocyte or spermatocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonof",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ganef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonophore",1,1,1,1 ], "a polyp in certain coelenterates that bears gonads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonophore",1,1,2 ], "above the level of the other flower parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonophore",1,1,2 ], "an elongated structure in certain flowers that bears the stamens and pistil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonopore",1,1,1 ], "an external pore in insects, earthworms, etc|, through which the gametes are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonopore",1,1,1 ], "extruded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "an infectious venereal disease caused by a gonococcus, characterized by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gonorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "burning sensation when urinating and a mucopurulent discharge from the urethra or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gonorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "vagina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goo",1,1,1 ], "a sticky or viscous substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goo",1,1,2 ], "coy or sentimental language or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goober",1,1,1 ], "another name for peanut ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good afternoon",1,1,1 ], "a conventional expression of greeting or farewell used in the afternoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good arvo",1,1,1 ], "good afternoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good day",1,1,1 ], "a conventional expression of greeting or farewell used during the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good evening",1,1,1 ], "a conventional expression of greeting or farewell used in the evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good hair",1,1,1 ], "hair showing evidence of some European strain in a person's blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good morning",1,1,1 ], "a conventional expression of greeting or farewell used in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good night",1,1,1 ], "a conventional expression of farewell, or, rarely, of greeting, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good night",1,1,1 ], "late afternoon, the evening, or at night, esp| when departing to bed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "good oil",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good oil",1,1,2 ], "true or reliable facts, information, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good people",1,1,1 ], "Informal| fairies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good question",1,1,1 ], "a question that is hard to answer immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good sort",1,1,1 ], "an agreeable or attractive woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good turn",1,1,1 ], "a helpful and friendly act; good deed; favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good will",1,1,1 ], "benevolence; kindliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good will",1,1,2 ], "willingness or acquiescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good will",1,1,3 ], "an intangible asset taken into account in assessing the value of an enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good will",1,1,3 ], "and reflecting its commercial reputation, customer connections, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,1 ], "bad, or mediocre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,1 ], "having admirable, pleasing, superior, or positive qualities; not negative," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,1,1 ], "morally excellent or admirable; virtuous; righteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,1,2 ], "the good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,10 ], "commercially or financially secure, sound, or safe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,11 ], "(of a draft, etc|) drawn for a stated sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,12 ], "(of debts) expected to be fully paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,13 ], "clever, competent, or talented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,14 ], "obedient or well-behaved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,15 ], "reliable, safe, or recommended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,16 ], "affording material pleasure or indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,17 ], "having a well-proportioned, beautiful, or generally fine appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,18 ], "complete; full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,19 ], "propitious; opportune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,2 ], "suitable or efficient for a purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,20 ], "satisfying or gratifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,21 ], "comfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,22 ], "newest or of the best quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,23 ], "fairly large, extensive, or long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,24 ], "sufficient; ample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,25 ], "(of meat) of the third government grade, above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,26 ], "standard and below choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,27 ], "serious or intellectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,28 ], "used in a traditional description" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,29 ], "ironically)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,29 ], "used in polite or patronizing phrases or to express anger (often intended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,3 ], "beneficial or advantageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,30 ], "a good one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,30,1 ], "an unbelievable assertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,30,2 ], "a very funny joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,31 ], "as good as| virtually; practically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,32 ], "be as or so good as to| would you please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,33 ], "come good| Austral| informal| to succeed, esp| after a setback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,34 ], "good and| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,36 ], "(intensifier; used in mild oaths)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,4 ], "not ruined or decayed; sound or whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,5 ], "kindly or approving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,6 ], "right or acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,7 ], "rich and fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,8 ], "valid or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,1,9 ], "honourable or held in high esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of approval, agreement, pleasure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,1 ], "moral or material advantage or use; benefit or profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,2 ], "positive moral qualities; goodness; virtue; righteousness; piety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,3 ], "the force that controls or effects positive moral qualities or virtue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,4 ], "a good thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,5 ], "a commodity or service that satisfies a human need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,6 ], "for good (and all)| forever; permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,7 ], "make good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,7,1 ], "to recompense or repair damage or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,7,2 ], "to be successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,7,3 ], "to demonstrate or prove the truth of (a statement or accusation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,7,4 ], "to secure and retain (a position)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,7,5 ], "to effect or fulfil (something intended or promised)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,8 ], "congratulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "good",1,3,8 ], "good on you| Chiefly Austral| well done, well said, etc|: a term of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-for-nothing",1,1,1 ], "an irresponsible or worthless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-for-nothing",1,2,1 ], "irresponsible; worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-humoured",1,1,1 ], "being in or expressing a pleasant, tolerant, and kindly state of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-looker",1,1,1 ], "a handsome or pretty person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-looking",1,1,1 ], "handsome or pretty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-natured",1,1,1 ], "of a tolerant and kindly disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-oh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of pleasure, agreement, approval, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-sized",1,1,1 ], "quite large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-tempered",1,1,1 ], "of a kindly and generous disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "good-time",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) wildly seeking pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodbye",1,1,1 ], "farewell: a conventional expression used at leave-taking or parting with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodbye",1,1,1 ], "people and at the loss or rejection of things or ideas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goodbye",1,2,1 ], "a leave-taking; parting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodbye",1,2,2 ], "a farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodies",1,1,1 ], "any food or foods considered a special delight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodies",1,1,2 ], "a choice selection of an item or collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodly",1,1,2 ], "considerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodly",1,1,3 ], "attractive, pleasing, or fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodman",1,1,1 ], "a husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodman",1,1,2 ], "a man not of gentle birth: used as a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodman",1,1,3 ], "a master of a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodness of fit",1,1,1 ], "derived from a theoretical density" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goodness of fit",1,1,1 ], "the extent to which observed sample values of a variable approximate to values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodness",1,1,2 ], "generosity; kindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodness",1,1,3 ], "moral excellence; piety; virtue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodness",1,2,1 ], "a euphemism for God: used as an exclamation of surprise (often in phrases such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodness",1,2,1 ], "as goodness knows! thank goodness!)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goods and chattels",1,1,1 ], "any property that is not freehold, usually limited to include only moveable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods and chattels",1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,1 ], "possessions and personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,2 ], "commodities that are tangible, usually movable, and generally not consumed at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,2 ], "the same time as they are produced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,3 ], "articles of commerce; merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,3,1 ], "merchandise when transported, esp| by rail; freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,4 ], "that which is expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,5 ], "the goods| Slang| the real thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,6 ], "a person, esp| a woman (esp| in the phrase a piece of goods)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goods",1,1,7 ], "incriminating evidence (esp| in the phrase: have the goods on someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodwife",1,1,1 ], "the mistress of a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goodwife",1,1,2 ], "a woman not of gentle birth: used as a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goody" ,1, 1, 1],"a child's exclamation of pleasure and approval",1). c_DEF([ "goody" ,1, 2, 1],"goodies",1). c_DEF([ "goody" ,1, 2, 2],"short for goody-goody",1). c_DEF([ "goody" ,1, 2, 3],"the hero in a film, book, etc",1). c_DEF([ "goody",2,1,1 ], "a married woman of low rank: used as a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goody-goody",1,1,1 ], "a smugly virtuous or sanctimonious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goody-goody",1,2,1 ], "smug and sanctimonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooey",1,1,1 ], "gooier, gooiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooey",1,1,2 ], "sticky, soft, and often sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooey",1,1,3 ], "oversweet and sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goof",1,1,1 ], "a foolish error or mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goof",1,1,2 ], "a stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goof",1,2,1 ], "to bungle (something); botch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goof",1,3,1 ], "to fool (around); mess (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goof",1,4,1 ], "to dope with drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goofball",1,1,1 ], "a barbiturate sleeping pill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goofy",1,1,1 ], "goofier, goofiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goofy",1,1,2 ], "foolish; silly; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goofy",1,1,3 ], "(of teeth) sticking out protruding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "googly",1,1,1 ], "an off break bowled with a leg break action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "googol",1,1,1 ], "the number represented as one followed by 100 zeros (10%1%0%0)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "googolplex",1,1,1 ], "the number represented as one followed by a googol (10%1%0%0) of zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gook",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word for a person from a Far Eastern country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gook",1,1,2 ], "a messy sticky substance; muck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goon",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or deliberately foolish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goon",1,1,2 ], "a thug hired to commit acts of violence or intimidation, esp| in an industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goon",1,1,2 ], "dispute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gooney bird",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for albatross, esp| the black-footed albatross (Diomedea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooney bird",1,1,1 ], "nigripes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goop",1,1,1 ], "a rude or ill-mannered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosander",1,1,1 ], "a common merganser (a duck), Mergus merganser, of Europe and North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosander",1,1,1 ], "having a dark head and white body in the male" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goose barnacle",1,1,1 ], "any barnacle of the genus Lepas, living attached by a stalk to pieces of wood," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose barnacle",1,1,1 ], "having long feathery appendages (cirri) and flattened shells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goose flesh",1,1,1 ], "contraction of the muscles at the base of the hair follicles with consequent erection of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goose flesh",1,1,1 ], "papillae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goose flesh",1,1,1 ], "the bumpy condition of the skin induced by cold, fear, etc|, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose step" ,1, 1, 1],"a military march step in which the leg is swung rigidly to an exaggerated",1). c_DEF([ "goose step" ,1, 1, 1],"height, esp| as in the German army in the Third Reich",2). c_DEF([ "goose step" ,1, 2, 1],"ping, -stepped",1). c_DEF([ "goose step" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to march in goose step",1). c_DEF([ "goose" ,2, 1, 1],"to prod (a person) playfully in the behind",1). c_DEF([ "goose" ,2, 2, 1],"gooses",1). c_DEF([ "goose" ,2, 2, 2],"a playful prod in the behind",1). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,1 ], "Anseriformes|They are typically larger and less aquatic than ducks and are gregarious and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,1 ], "any of various web-footed long-necked birds of the family Anatidae: order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,1 ], "migratory" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,2 ], "the female of such a bird, as opposed to the male (gander)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,3 ], "a silly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,4 ], "a pressing iron with a long curving handle, used esp| by tailors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,5 ], "the flesh of the goose, used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,6 ], "all his geese are swans| he constantly exaggerates the importance of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,6 ], "or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,7 ], "cook one's goose| Informal| to spoil one's chances or plans completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,8 ], "kill the goose that lays the golden eggs| to sacrifice future benefits for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goose",1,1,8 ], "sake of momentary present needs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry bush",1,1,1 ], "regarding their birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry bush",1,1,1 ], "under a gooseberry bush| used humorously in answering children's questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian shrub, Ribes uva-crispa (or R| grossularia), having greenish," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,1 ], "purple-tinged flowers and ovoid yellow-green or red-purple berries: family Grossulariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,1,1 ], "the berry of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,2 ], "an unwanted single person in a group of couples, esp| a third person with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,2 ], "couple (often in the phrase play gooseberry)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,3 ], "Cape gooseberry| a tropical American solanaceous plant, Physalis peruviana," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,3 ], "naturalized in southern Africa, having yellow flowers and edible yellow berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gooseberry",1,1,4 ], "Chinese gooseberry| another name for kiwi ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosefish",1,1,1 ], "another name for monkfish ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosefoot",1,1,1 ], "any typically weedy chenopodiaceous plant of the genus Chenopodium, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosefoot",1,1,1 ], "small greenish flowers and leaves shaped like a goose's foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goosegog",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for gooseberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosegrass",1,1,1 ], "another name for cleavers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseneck",1,1,1 ], "a pivot between the forward end of a boom and a mast, to allow the boom to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gooseneck",1,1,1 ], "swing freely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gooseneck",1,1,2 ], "something in the form of a neck of a goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosy",1,1,1 ], "goosier, goosiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosy",1,1,2 ], "of or like a goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosy",1,1,3 ], "having goose flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goosy",1,1,4 ], "silly and foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gopak",1,1,1 ], "a spectacular high-leaping Russian peasant dance for men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gopher wood",1,1,1 ], "cypress (Genesis 6:14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gopher wood",1,1,1 ], "the wood used in the construction of Noah's ark, thought to be a type of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gopher",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing rodent of the family Geomyidae, of North and Central America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gopher",1,1,1 ], "having a thickset body, short legs, and cheek pouches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gopher",1,1,2 ], "another name for ground squirrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gopher",1,1,3 ], "any burrowing tortoise of the genus Gopherus, of SE North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gopher",1,1,4 ], "gopher snake| another name for bull snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gopherwood",1,1,1 ], "another name for yellowwood ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goral",1,1,1 ], "Asia| It has a yellowish-grey and black coat and small conical horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goral",1,1,1 ], "a small goat antelope, Naemorhedus goral, inhabiting mountainous regions of S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorblimey",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cor blimey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorcock",1,1,1 ], "the male of the red grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gore",1,1,1 ], "blood shed from a wound, esp| when coagulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gore",1,1,2 ], "killing, fighting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gore",2,1,1 ], "(of an animal, such as a bull) to pierce or stab (a person or another animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gore",2,1,1 ], "with a horn or tusk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gore",3,1,1 ], "a tapering or triangular piece of material used in making a shaped skirt," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gore",3,1,1 ], "umbrella, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gore",3,1,2 ], "a similarly shaped piece, esp| of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gore",3,2,1 ], "to make into or with a gore or gores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goreng pisang",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a dish consisting of banana fritters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 1, 1],"the contents of the stomach",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 1, 2],"feelings of disgust or resentment (esp| in the phrase one's gorge rises)",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 1, 3],"an obstructing mass",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 1, 4],"a narrow passage at the back of an outwork",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 1, 5],"the throat or gullet",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) Falconry",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 2, 2],"(of hawks) to eat until the crop is completely full",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 2, 3],"to swallow (food) ravenously",1). c_DEF([ "gorge" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to stuff (oneself) with food",1). c_DEF([ "gorgeous",1,1,1 ], "strikingly beautiful or magnificent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorgeous",1,1,2 ], "extremely pleasing, fine, or good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorgerin",1,1,1 ], "another name for necking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorget",1,1,1 ], "a collar-like piece of armour worn to protect the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorget",1,1,2 ], "14th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gorget",1,1,2 ], "a part of a wimple worn by women to cover the throat and chest, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorget",1,1,3 ], "a band of distinctive colour on the throat of an animal, esp| a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorgoneion",1,1,1 ], "a representation of a Gorgon's head, esp| Medusa's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorgonian",1,1,1 ], "any coral of the order Gorgonacea, having a horny or calcareous branching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorgonian",1,1,1 ], "skeleton: includes the sea fans and red corals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gorgonian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Gorgonacea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorilla",1,1,1 ], "W Africa| It is stocky and massive, with a short muzzle and coarse dark hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gorilla",1,1,1 ], "the largest anthropoid ape, Gorilla gorilla, inhabiting the forests of central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorilla",1,1,2 ], "a large, strong, and brutal-looking man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gormand",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of gourmand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gormandize",1,1,1 ], "to eat (food) greedily and voraciously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gormandize",1,2,1 ], "a less common spelling of gourmandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gormless",1,1,1 ], "stupid; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorse",1,1,1 ], "any evergreen shrub of the papilionaceous genus Ulex, esp| the European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gorse",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gorse",1,1,1 ], "species U| europeaus, which has yellow flowers and thick green spines instead of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gory",1,1,1 ], "gorier, goriest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gory",1,1,2 ], "horrific or bloodthirsty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gory",1,1,3 ], "involving bloodshed and killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gory",1,1,4 ], "covered in gore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gosh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of mild surprise or wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goshawk",1,1,1 ], "a large hawk, Accipiter gentilis, of Europe, Asia, and North America, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goshawk",1,1,1 ], "bluish-grey back and wings and paler underparts: used in falconry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gosling",1,1,1 ], "a young goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gosling",1,1,2 ], "an inexperienced or youthful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel oath",1,1,1 ], "an oath sworn on the Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,1 ], "an unquestionable truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,2 ], "a doctrine maintained to be of great importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,3 ], "Black religious music originating in the churches of the Southern states of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,3 ], "the United States" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,4 ], "the message or doctrine of a religious teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,4,1 ], "the story of Christ's life and teachings as narrated in the Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,4,2 ], "the good news of salvation in Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospel",1,1,4,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospeller",1,1,1 ], "a person who reads or chants the Gospel in a religious service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospeller",1,1,2 ], "a person who professes to preach a gospel held exclusively by him and others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospeller",1,1,2 ], "of a like mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gospodin",1,1,1 ], "a Russian title of address, often indicating respect, equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospodin",1,1,2 ], "sir when used alone or to Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gospodin",1,1,3 ], "when before a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossamer",1,1,1 ], "a gauze or silk fabric of the very finest texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossamer",1,1,2 ], "a filmy cobweb often seen on foliage or floating in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossamer",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling gossamer in fineness or filminess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossamer",1,1,4 ], "made of or resembling gossamer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossip",1,1,1 ], "casual and idle chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossip",1,1,2 ], "a conversation involving malicious chatter or rumours about other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossip",1,1,3 ], "a person who habitually talks about others, esp| maliciously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossip",1,1,4 ], "light easy communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossip",1,1,5 ], "a close woman friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossip",1,2,1 ], "to talk casually or maliciously (about other people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossipmonger",1,1,1 ], "a spreader of rumours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gossoon",1,1,1 ], "a boy, esp| a servant boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goster",1,1,1 ], "to laugh uncontrollably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "got",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of get" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "got",1,1,2 ], "have got" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "got",1,1,2,1 ], "to possess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "got",1,1,2,2 ], "speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "got",1,1,2,2 ], "used as an auxiliary to express compulsion felt to be imposed by or upon the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "got",1,1,3 ], "have got it badly| Informal| to be infatuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gotta",1,1,1 ], "contraction of got to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gotten",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of get" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gotten",1,1,2 ], "have gotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gotten",1,1,2,1 ], "to have obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gotten",1,1,2,2 ], "to have become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouache",1,1,1 ], "a painting technique using opaque watercolour paint in which the pigments are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouache",1,1,1 ], "bound with glue and the lighter tones contain white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gouache",1,1,2 ], "the paint used in this technique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouache",1,1,3 ], "a painting done by this method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by out) to scoop or force (something) out of its position, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,1,1 ], "with the fingers or a pointed instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,1,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by out) to cut (a hole or groove) in (something) with a sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,1,2 ], "instrument or tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,1,3 ], "to extort from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,2,1 ], "to dig for (opal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,3,1 ], "a type of chisel with a blade that has a concavo-convex section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,3,2 ], "a mark or groove made with, or as if with, a gouge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,3,3 ], "a fine deposit of rock fragments, esp| clay, occurring between the walls of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,3,3 ], "fault or mineral vein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gouge",1,3,4 ], "extortion; swindling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goulash",1,1,1 ], "a rich stew, originating in Hungary, made of beef, lamb, or veal highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goulash",1,1,1 ], "seasoned with paprika" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "goulash",1,1,2 ], "a method of dealing in threes and fours without first shuffling the cards, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goulash",1,1,2 ], "produce freak hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gourami",1,1,1 ], "a large SE Asian labyrinth fish, Osphronemus goramy, used for food and (when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourami",1,1,1 ], "young) as an aquarium fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gourami",1,1,2 ], "any of various other labyrinth fishes, such as Helostoma temmincki , many of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourami",1,1,2 ], "which are brightly coloured and popular aquarium fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gourd",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gourd",1,1,1 ], "gourd and some squashes, whose dried shells are used for ornament, drinking cups," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gourd",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any of various cucurbitaceous or similar plants, esp| the bottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourd",1,1,2 ], "any plant that bears this fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourd",1,1,3 ], "a bottle or flask made from the dried shell of the bottle gourd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourd",1,1,4 ], "a small bottle shaped like a gourd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourde",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Haiti, divided into 100 centimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourmand",1,1,1 ], "a person devoted to eating and drinking, esp| to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourmandise",1,1,1 ], "a love of and taste for good food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourmet",1,1,1 ], "a person who cultivates a discriminating palate for the enjoyment of good food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gourmet",1,1,1 ], "and drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gout",1,1,1 ], "a metabolic disease characterized by painful inflammation of certain joints," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gout",1,1,1 ], "esp| of the big toe and foot, caused by deposits of sodium urate in them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gout",1,1,2 ], "a drop or splash, esp| of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goutweed",1,1,1 ], "a widely naturalized Eurasian umbelliferous plant, Aegopodium podagraria, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goutweed",1,1,1 ], "white flowers and creeping underground stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "govern",1,1,1 ], "political unit, organization, nation, etc|); rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "govern",1,1,1 ], "to direct and control the actions, affairs, policies, functions, etc|, of (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "govern",1,1,2 ], "to exercise restraint over; regulate or direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "govern",1,1,3 ], "to be a predominant influence on (something); decide or determine (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "govern",1,1,4 ], "to control the speed of an (engine, machine, etc|) using a governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "govern",1,1,5 ], "to control the rate of flow of (a fluid) by using an automatic valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "govern",1,1,6 ], "(of a word) to determine the inflection of (another word)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governance",1,1,1 ], "government, control, or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governance",1,1,2 ], "the action, manner, or system of governing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governess",1,1,1 ], "a woman teacher employed in a private household to teach and train the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governess",1,1,1 ], "children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "government issue",1,1,1 ], "supplied by a government or government agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,1 ], "political unit, people, etc|, as well as the performance of certain functions for this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,1 ], "the exercise of political authority over the actions, affairs, etc|, of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,1 ], "unit or body; the action of governing; political rule and administration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,2 ], "the system or form by which a community, etc|, is ruled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,2,1 ], "ministry or administration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,2,1 ], "the executive policy-making body of a political unit, community, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,2,1 ], "the state and its administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,2,2 ], "the British Government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,3 ], "regulation; direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "government",1,1,4 ], "the determination of the form of one word by another word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor general",1,1,1 ], "colony; vicegerent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "governor general",1,1,1 ], "the representative of the Crown in a dominion of the Commonwealth or a British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor general",1,1,2 ], "a governor with jurisdiction or precedence over other governors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,1 ], "a person who governs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,2 ], "the ruler or chief magistrate of a colony, province, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,3 ], "the representative of the Crown in a British colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,4 ], "the senior administrator or head of a society, prison, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,5 ], "the chief executive of any state in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,6 ], "a device that controls the speed of an engine, esp| by regulating the supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,6 ], "of fuel, etc|, either to limit the maximum speed or to maintain a constant speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "governor",1,1,7 ], "a name or title of respect to a father, employer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "governorship",1,1,1 ], "the office, jurisdiction, or term of a governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gowan",1,1,1 ], "any of various yellow or white flowers growing in fields, esp| the common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gowan",1,1,1 ], "daisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gowk",1,1,1 ], "and northern English dialect| a stupid person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gown",1,1,1 ], "any of various outer garments, such as a woman's elegant or formal dress, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gown",1,1,1 ], "dressing robe, or a protective garment, esp| one worn by surgeons during operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gown",1,1,2 ], "a loose wide garment indicating status, such as worn by academics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gown",1,1,3 ], "the members of a university as opposed to the other residents of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gown",1,1,3 ], "university town" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gown",1,2,1 ], "to supply with or dress in a gown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "goy",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word used by Jews for a non-Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,1,1 ], "to seize hold of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,2,1 ], "to seize illegally or unscrupulously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,3,1 ], "to arrest; catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,4,1 ], "(of a brake or clutch in a vehicle) to grip and release intermittently causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,4,1 ], "juddering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,5,1 ], "to catch the attention or interest of; impress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of grabbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,6,2 ], "a mechanical device for gripping objects, esp| the hinged jaws of a mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,6,2 ], "excavator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grab",1,6,3 ], "something that is grabbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grabble",1,1,1 ], "to scratch or feel about with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grabble",1,2,1 ], "to fall to the ground; sprawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grabble",1,3,1 ], "to seize rashly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graben",1,1,1 ], "an elongated trough of land produced by subsidence of the earth's crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graben",1,1,1 ], "between two faults" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grace cup",1,1,1 ], "a cup, as of wine, passed around at the end of the meal for the final toast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace note",1,1,1 ], "a note printed in small type to indicate that it is melodically and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace note",1,1,1 ], "harmonically nonessential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,1 ], "elegance and beauty of movement, form, expression, or proportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,10 ], "with bad grace| unwillingly or grudgingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,11 ], "with good grace| willingly or cheerfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,2 ], "a pleasing or charming quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,3 ], "goodwill or favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,4 ], "the granting of a favour or the manifestation of goodwill, esp| by a superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,5 ], "a sense of propriety and consideration for others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,5,1 ], "affectation of manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,6 ], "(esp| in the phrase airs and graces)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,6,2 ], "(someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,6,2 ], "in (someone's) good graces| regarded favourably and with kindness by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,7 ], "mercy; clemency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,7,1 ], "the free and unmerited favour of God shown towards man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,7,2 ], "sanctification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,7,2 ], "the divine assistance and power given to man in spiritual rebirth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,7,3 ], "the condition of being favoured or sanctified by God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,7,4 ], "an unmerited gift, favour, etc|, granted by God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,8 ], "a short prayer recited before or after a meal to invoke a blessing upon the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,8 ], "food or give thanks for it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,1,9 ], "a melodic ornament or decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,2,1 ], "to add elegance and beauty to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,3,1 ], "to honour or favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace",1,3,2 ], "to ornament or decorate (a melody, part, etc|) with nonessential notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace-and-favour",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace-and-favour",1,1,2 ], "(of a house, flat, etc|) owned by the sovereign and granted free of rent to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grace-and-favour",1,1,2 ], "person to whom the sovereign wishes to express gratitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graceful",1,1,1 ], "characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracile",1,1,1 ], "gracefully thin or slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracile",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for graceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracioso",1,1,1 ], "a clown in Spanish comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or showing kindness and courtesy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracious",1,1,2 ], "condescendingly courteous, benevolent, or indulgent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracious",1,1,3 ], "characterized by or suitable for a life of elegance, ease, and indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracious",1,1,4 ], "merciful or compassionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracious",1,1,5 ], "fortunate, prosperous, or happy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracious",1,2,1 ], "an expression of mild surprise or wonder (often in exclamatory phrases such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gracious",1,2,1 ], "good gracious! gracious me!)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grackle",1,1,1 ], "any American songbird of the genera Quiscalus and Cassidix, having a dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grackle",1,1,1 ], "iridescent plumage: family Icteridae (American orioles)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grackle",1,1,2 ], "any of various starlings of the genus Gracula, such as G| religiosa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grad",1,1,1 ], "a graduate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being graded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradable",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to a word in whose meaning there is some implicit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradable",1,1,2 ], "relationship to a standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradable",1,2,1 ], "a word of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradate",1,1,1 ], "degree to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradate",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change imperceptibly, as from one colour, tone, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradate",1,2,1 ], "to arrange in grades or ranks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,1 ], "a series of systematic stages; gradual progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,2 ], "a stage or degree in such a series or progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,3 ], "progressing evenly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of arranging or forming in stages, grades, etc|, or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,4 ], "(in painting, drawing, or sculpture) transition from one colour, tone, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,4 ], "surface to another through a series of very slight changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,5 ], "any change in the quality or length of a vowel within a word indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,5 ], "certain distinctions, such as inflectional or tense differentiations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,6 ], "of pre-existing formations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradation",1,1,6 ], "the natural levelling of land as a result of the building up or wearing down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade cricket",1,1,1 ], "competitive cricket, in which cricket club teams are arranged in grades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade crossing",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for level crossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade school",1,1,1 ], "another name for elementary school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,1 ], "a position or degree in a scale, as of quality, rank, size, or progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,10 ], "at grade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,10,1 ], "on the same level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,10,2 ], "(of a river profile or land surface) at an equilibrium level and slope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,10,2 ], "because there is a balance between erosion and deposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,11 ], "make the grade| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,11,1 ], "to reach the required standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,11,2 ], "to succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,2 ], "a group of people or things of the same category" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,3 ], "a military or other rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,4 ], "a stage in a course of progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,5 ], "a mark or rating indicating achievement or the worth of work done, as at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,5 ], "school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,6 ], "a unit of pupils of similar age or ability taught together at school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,7 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for gradient 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,8 ], "a unit of angle equal to one hundredth of a right angle or 0|9 degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,8,1 ], "an animal with one purebred parent and one of unknown or unimproved breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,8,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,9 ], "gradation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,1,9 ], "one of the forms of the vowel in a morpheme when this vowel varies because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,2,1 ], "to arrange according to quality, rank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,3,1 ], "to determine the grade of or assign a grade to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,4,1 ], "to achieve or deserve a grade or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,4,2 ], "to change or blend (something) gradually; merge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,5,1 ], "to level (ground, a road, etc|) to a suitable gradient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grade",1,6,1 ], "to cross (one animal) with another to produce a grade animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graded post",1,1,1 ], "a position in a school, etc|, having special responsibility for which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graded post",1,1,1 ], "additional payment is given" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradely",1,1,2 ], "fine; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grader",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that grades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grader",1,1,2 ], "a machine, either self-powered or towed by a tractor, that levels earth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grader",1,1,2 ], "rubble, etc|, as in road construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,1 ], "a part of a railway, road, etc|, that slopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,1 ], "upwards or downwards; inclination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,2 ], "a measure of such a slope, esp| the ratio of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,2 ], "between them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,2 ], "the vertical distance between two points on the slope to the horizontal distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,3 ], "a measure of the change of some physical quantity, such as temperature or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,3 ], "electric potential, over a specified distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a curve)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,4 ], "horizontal axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,4 ], "the slope of the tangent at any point on a curve with respect to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a function, f(x, y, z) the vector whose components along the axes are the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,4,2 ], "is that in which the derivative of the function has its maximum value|Usually" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,4,2 ], "partial derivatives of the function with respect to each variable, and whose direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,1,4,2 ], "written: grad" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gradient",1,2,1 ], "sloping uniformly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradin",1,1,1 ], "a ledge above or behind an altar on which candles, a cross, or other ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradin",1,1,1 ], "stand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradin",1,1,2 ], "one of a set of steps or seats arranged on a slope, as in an amphitheatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradual",1,1,1 ], "occurring, developing, moving, etc|, in small stages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradual",1,1,2 ], "not steep or abrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradual",1,2,1,1 ], "an antiphon or group of several antiphons, usually from the Psalms, sung or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradual",1,2,1,1 ], "recited immediately after the epistle at Mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradual",1,2,1,2 ], "a book of plainsong containing the words and music of the parts of the Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradual",1,2,1,2 ], "that are sung by the cantors and choir" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradualism",1,1,1 ], "than quickly or violently, esp| in politics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradualism",1,1,1 ], "the policy of seeking to change something or achieve a goal gradually rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduand",1,1,1 ], "a person who is about to graduate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who has been awarded a first degree from a university or college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,1,2 ], "a diploma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,1,2 ], "a student who has completed a course of studies at a high school and received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,1,3 ], "a container, such as a flask, marked to indicate its capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,2,1 ], "to receive or cause to receive a degree or diploma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,2,2 ], "to confer a degree, diploma, etc| upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,3,1 ], "to mark (a thermometer, flask, etc|) with units of measurement; calibrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,4,1 ], "to arrange or sort into groups according to type, quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduate",1,5,1 ], "to change by degrees (from something to something else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduation",1,1,1 ], "the act of graduating or the state of being graduated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduation",1,1,2 ], "the ceremony at which school or college degrees and diplomas are conferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduation",1,1,3 ], "a mark or division or all the marks or divisions that indicate measure on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graduation",1,1,3 ], "instrument or vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradus",1,1,1 ], "a book of etudes or other musical exercises arranged in order of increasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gradus",1,1,1 ], "difficulty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gradus",1,1,2 ], "a dictionary or textbook of prosody for use in writing Latin or Greek verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grad| ",1,1,1 ], "gradient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grad| ",1,1,2 ], "graduate(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graffito",1,1,1 ], "any inscription or drawing scratched or carved onto a surface, esp| rock or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graffito",1,1,1 ], "pottery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graffito",1,1,2 ], "drawings, messages, etc|, often obscene, scribbled on the walls of public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graffito",1,1,2 ], "lavatories, advertising posters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graft hybrid",1,1,1 ], "a plant produced by grafting a scion and stock from dissimilar plants;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft hybrid",1,1,1 ], "chimera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,1,1,1 ], "a small piece of plant tissue (the scion) that is made to unite with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,1,1,1 ], "established plant (the stock), which supports and nourishes it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,1,1,2 ], "the plant resulting from the union of scion and stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,1,1,3 ], "the point of union between the scion and the stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,1,2 ], "a piece of tissue or an organ transplanted from a donor or from the patient's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,1,2 ], "own body to an area of the body in need of the tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,1,3 ], "the act of joining one thing to another by or as if by grafting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,2,1,1 ], "plant or part of a plant) to unite in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,2,1,1 ], "to induce (a plant or part of a plant) to unite with another part or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,2,1,2 ], "this means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,2,1,2 ], "to produce (fruit, flowers, etc|) by this means or (of fruit, etc|) to grow by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,2,2 ], "to transplant (tissue) or (of tissue) to be transplanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",1,2,3 ], "to attach or incorporate or become attached or incorporated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",2,1,1 ], "work| (esp| in the phrase hard graft)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",2,1,1,1 ], "taking advantage of a position of trust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graft",2,1,1,1 ], "the acquisition of money, power, etc|, by dishonest or unfair means, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",2,1,1,2 ], "something gained in this way, such as profit from government business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",2,1,1,3 ], "a payment made to a person profiting by such a practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",2,2,1 ], "to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graft",2,2,2 ], "to acquire by or practise graft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graham flour",1,1,1 ], "flour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graham flour",1,1,1 ], "unbolted wheat flour ground from whole-wheat grain, similar to whole-wheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graham",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graham",1,1,2 ], "made of graham flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain alcohol",1,1,1 ], "ethanol containing about 10 per cent of water, made by the fermentation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain alcohol",1,1,1 ], "grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain elevator",1,1,1 ], "a machine for raising grain to a higher level, esp| one having an endless belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain elevator",1,1,1 ], "fitted with scoops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,1 ], "the small hard seedlike fruit of a grass, esp| a cereal plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,10 ], "any of a large number of particles in a photographic emulsion, the size of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,10 ], "definition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,10 ], "which limit the extent to which an image can be enlarged without serious loss of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,11 ], "cleavage lines in crystalline material, parallel to growth planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,12 ], "any of a large number of small crystals forming a polycrystalline solid, each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,12 ], "having a regular array of atoms that differs in orientation from that of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,12 ], "surrounding crystallites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,13 ], "a state of crystallization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,14 ], "a very small amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,15 ], "natural disposition, inclination, or character (esp| in the phrase go against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,15 ], "the grain)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,16 ], "a homogenous mass of solid propellant in a form designed to give the required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,16 ], "combustion characteristics for a particular rocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,17 ], "cochineal or kermes or a red dye made from these insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,18 ], "an obsolete word for colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,19 ], "with a grain or pinch of salt| without wholly believing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,2 ], "a mass of such fruits, esp| when gathered for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,3 ], "the plants, collectively, from which such fruits are harvested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,4 ], "a small hard particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,4,1 ], "the general direction or arrangement of the fibrous elements in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,4,2 ], "the pattern or texture of wood resulting from such an arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,5 ], "the relative size of the particles of a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,5,1 ], "been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,5,1 ], "the granular texture of a rock, mineral, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,5,1 ], "the outer (hair-side) layer of a hide or skin from which the hair or wool has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,5,2 ], "constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,5,2 ], "the appearance of a rock, etc|, determined by the size and arrangement of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,5,2 ], "the pattern on the outer surface of such a hide or skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,6 ], "a surface artificially imitating the grain of wood, leather, stone, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,6 ], "graining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,7 ], "seven-thousandth of a pound| 1 grain is equal to 0|0648 gram" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,7 ], "systems, based on the weight of a grain of wheat: in all systems it has the value one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,7 ], "the smallest unit of weight in the avoirdupois, Troy, and apothecaries'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,8 ], "a metric unit of weight used for pearls or diamonds, equal to 50 milligrams or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,8 ], "one quarter of a carat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,1,9 ], "the threads or direction of threads in a woven fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,2,1 ], "to form grains or cause to form into grains; granulate; crystallize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,2,2 ], "to give a granular or roughened appearance or texture to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,2,3 ], "to paint, stain, etc|, in imitation of the grain of wood or leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,2,3,1 ], "to remove the hair or wool from (a hide or skin) before tanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grain",1,2,3,2 ], "to raise the grain pattern on (leather)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graining",1,1,1 ], "the pattern or texture of the grain of wood, leather, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graining",1,1,2 ], "grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graining",1,1,2 ], "the process of painting, printing, staining, etc|, a surface in imitation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graining",1,1,3 ], "a surface produced by such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grains of paradise",1,1,1 ], "melegueta or A| granum-paradisi used as stimulants, diuretics, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grains of paradise",1,1,1 ], "the peppery seeds of either of two African zingiberaceous plants, Aframomum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grainy",1,1,1 ], "grainier, grainiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grainy",1,1,2 ], "resembling, full of, or composed of grain; granular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grainy",1,1,3 ], "resembling the grain of wood, leather, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grainy",1,1,4 ], "having poor definition because of large grain size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grallatorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to long-legged wading birds, such as cranes and storks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram atom",1,1,1 ], "an amount of an element equal to its atomic weight expressed in grams: now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram atom",1,1,1 ], "replaced by the mole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gram calorie",1,1,1 ], "another name for calorie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram equivalent",1,1,1 ], "an amount of a substance equal to its equivalent weight expressed in grams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram molecule",1,1,1 ], "an amount of a compound equal to its molecular weight expressed in grams: now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram molecule",1,1,1 ], "replaced by the mole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gram",1,1,1 ], "a metric unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a kilogram| It is equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram",1,1,1 ], "to 15|432 grains or 0|002,205 pounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gram",2,1,1 ], "any of several leguminous plants, such as the beans Phaseolus mungo and P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram",2,1,1 ], "aureus , whose seeds are used as food in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gram",2,1,2 ], "the seed of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram",3,1,1 ], "(in India) a village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grama",1,1,1 ], "America: often used as pasture grasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grama",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses of the genus Bouteloua, of W North America and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramarye",1,1,1 ], "magic, necromancy, or occult learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramercy",1,1,1 ], "many thanks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramercy",1,1,2 ], "an expression of surprise, wonder, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramicidin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic used in treating local Gram-positive bacterial infections:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramicidin",1,1,1 ], "obtained from the soil bacterium Bacillus brevis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gramineous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the grass family, Gramineae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramineous",1,1,2 ], "resembling a grass; grasslike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graminivorous",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) feeding on grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar school",1,1,1 ], "a state-maintained secondary school providing an education with an academic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar school",1,1,1 ], "bias for children who are selected by the eleven-plus examination, teachers'" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grammar school",1,1,1 ], "reports, or other means" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grammar school",1,1,2 ], "another term for elementary school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,1 ], "also phonology and semantics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,1 ], "the branch of linguistics that deals with syntax and morphology, sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,2 ], "native language can be explained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,2 ], "the abstract system of rules in terms of which a person's mastery of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,3 ], "a systematic description of the grammatical facts of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,4 ], "a book containing an account of the grammatical facts of a language or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,4 ], "recommendations as to rules for the proper use of a language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,4,1 ], "in syntax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,4,1 ], "the use of language with regard to its correctness or social propriety, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammar",1,1,5 ], "the elementary principles of a science or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammarian",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is the study of grammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammarian",1,1,2 ], "the author of a grammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammatical meaning",1,1,1 ], "than to a world outside the sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grammatical meaning",1,1,1 ], "the meaning of a word by reference to its function within a sentence rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammatical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to grammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammatical",1,1,2 ], "(of a sentence) well formed; regarded as correct and acceptable by native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grammatical",1,1,2 ], "speakers of the language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grammatology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of writing systems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramme",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,1,1 ], "record-player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,2 ], "45, 16, or (esp| formerly) 78 revolutions per minute| A stylus vibrates in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,2 ], "a device for reproducing the sounds stored on a record, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,2 ], "accordance with the undulations of the walls of the groove in the record: these vibrations" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,2 ], "are converted into electric currents, which, after amplification are recreated in" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,2 ], "the form of sound by one or more loudspeakers| U|S| word: phonograph" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,2 ], "turntable, usually electrically driven, that rotates the record at a fixed speed of 33," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,3 ], "an antique instrument of this type, esp| one driven by clockwork and having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gramophone",1,1,3 ], "horn for amplification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grampus",1,1,1 ], "a widely distributed slaty-grey dolphin, Grampus griseus, with a blunt snout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grampus",1,1,2 ], "another name for killer whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram|",1,1,1 ], "grammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gram|",1,1,2 ], "grammatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gran cassa",1,1,1 ], "another name for bass drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gran torismo",1,1,1 ], "a touring car; a name given to some car models, usually sports cars capable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gran torismo",1,1,1 ], "high speed| Usually abbreviated to GT" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granadilla",1,1,1 ], "any of various passionflowers, such as Passiflora quadrangularis , that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granadilla",1,1,1 ], "edible egg-shaped fleshy fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granadilla",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granary",1,1,1 ], "a building or store room for storing threshed grain, farm feed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granary",1,1,2 ], "a region that produces a large amount of grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand chain",1,1,1 ], "a figure in formation dances, such as the Lancers and Scottish Reels, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand chain",1,1,1 ], "couples split up and move around in a circle in opposite directions, passing all other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand chain",1,1,1 ], "dancers until reaching their original partners" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grand duchess",1,1,1 ], "the wife or a widow of a grand duke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand duchess",1,1,2 ], "a woman who holds the rank of grand duke in her own right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand duchy",1,1,1 ], "the territory, state, or principality of a grand duke or grand duchess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand duke",1,1,1 ], "a prince or nobleman who rules a territory, state, or principality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand duke",1,1,2 ], "a son or a male descendant in the male line of a Russian tsar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand duke",1,1,3 ], "a medieval Russian prince who ruled over other princes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand final",1,1,1 ], "the final game of the season in any of various sports, esp| football" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand jury",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) a jury of between 12 and 23 persons summoned to enquire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand jury",1,1,1 ], "indictment|Abolished in England in 1948" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grand jury",1,1,1 ], "into accusations of crime and ascertain whether the evidence is adequate to found an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand larceny",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in England) the theft of property valued at over 12 pence| Abolished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand larceny",1,1,1 ], "in 1827" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand larceny",1,1,2 ], "(in some states of the U|S|) the theft of property of which the value is above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand larceny",1,1,2 ], "60" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grand larceny",1,1,2 ], "a specified figure, varying from state to state but usually being between 25 and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand mal",1,1,1 ], "a form of epilepsy characterized by loss of consciousness for up to five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand mal",1,1,1 ], "minutes and violent convulsions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand opera",1,1,1 ], "an opera with a serious plot and fully composed text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand piano",1,1,1 ], "a form of piano in which the strings are arranged horizontally| Grand pianos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand piano",1,1,1 ], "exist in three sizes (concert grand, baby grand, boudoir grand)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand seigneur",1,1,1 ], "a dignified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand sicle",1,1,1 ], "Louis XIV" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand sicle",1,1,1 ], "the 17th century in French art and literature, esp| the classical period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand slam",1,1,1 ], "the winning of 13 tricks by one player or side or the contract to do so|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand slam",1,1,2 ], "the winning of all major competitions in a season, esp| in tennis and golf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand tour",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an extended tour through the major cities of Europe, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand tour",1,1,1 ], "undertaken by a rich or aristocratic Englishman to complete his education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand tour",1,1,2 ], "an extended sightseeing trip, tour of inspection, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand vizier",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the chief officer or minister of state in the Ottoman Empire and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand vizier",1,1,1 ], "other Muslim countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,1 ], "large or impressive in size, extent, or consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or attended with magnificence or display; sumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,3 ], "of great distinction or pretension; dignified or haughty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,4 ], "designed to impress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,5 ], "very good; wonderful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,6 ], "comprehensive; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,7 ], "worthy of respect; fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,8 ], "large or impressive in conception or execution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,1,9 ], "most important; chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand",1,2,1 ], "a thousand pounds or dollars|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grand-",1,1,1 ], "(in designations of kinship) one generation removed in ascent or descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandam",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for grandmother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandaunt",1,1,1 ], "another name for great-aunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandchild",1,1,1 ], "the son or daughter of one's child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granddad",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for grandfather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granddaughter",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of one's son or daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grande dame",1,1,1 ], "a woman regarded as the most experienced, prominent, or venerable member of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grande dame",1,1,1 ], "her profession, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grandee",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish prince or nobleman of the highest rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandeur",1,1,1 ], "personal greatness, esp| when based on dignity, character, or accomplishments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandeur",1,1,2 ], "magnificence; splendour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandeur",1,1,3 ], "pretentious or bombastic behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather clause",1,1,1 ], "a clause in the constitutions of several Southern states that waived electoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather clause",1,1,1 ], "literacy requirements for lineal descendants of people voting before 1867, thus ensuring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather clause",1,1,1 ], "the franchise for illiterate whites: declared unconstitutional in 1915" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather clause",1,1,2 ], "a clause in legislation that forbids or regulates an activity so that those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather clause",1,1,2 ], "engaged in it are exempted from the ban" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather clock",1,1,1 ], "any of various types of long-pendulum clocks in tall standing wooden cases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather",1,1,1 ], "the father of one's father or mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather",1,1,2 ], "a male ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather",1,1,3 ], "a familiar term of address for an old man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfather",1,1,4 ], "a caterpillar or woodlouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandfatherly",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or suitable to a grandfather, esp| in being kindly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandiloquent",1,1,1 ], "inflated, pompous, or bombastic in style or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandiose",1,1,1 ], "pretentiously grand or stately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandiose",1,1,2 ], "imposing in conception or execution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandioso",1,2,1 ], "to be played in a grand manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandma",1,1,1 ], "grand_ma_ma, or grand_mam_ma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandma",1,2,1 ], "an informal word for grandmother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmaster",1,1,1,1 ], "one of the top chess players of a particular country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmaster",1,1,1,2 ], "Grandmaster of the USSR" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmaster",1,1,2 ], "Internationale des Echecs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grandmaster",1,1,2 ], "a player who has been awarded the highest title by the Federation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmother clock",1,1,1 ], "a longcase clock with a pendulum, about two thirds the size of a grandfather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmother clock",1,1,1 ], "clock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grandmother",1,1,1 ], "the mother of one's father or mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmother",1,1,2 ], "a female ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmother",1,1,3 ], "a familiar term of address for an old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmother",1,1,4 ], "teach one's grandmother to suck eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandmotherly",1,1,1 ], "indulgent, or solicitous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grandmotherly",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or suitable to a grandmother, esp| in being protective," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandnephew",1,1,1 ], "another name for geat-nephew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandniece",1,1,1 ], "another name for great-niece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandpa",1,1,1 ], "informal words for grandfather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandparent",1,1,1 ], "the father or mother of either of one's parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandsire",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for grandfather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandsire",2,1,1 ], "a well-established method used in change-ringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandson",1,1,1 ], "a son of one's son or daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandstand",1,1,1,1 ], "a terraced block of seats, usually under a roof, commanding the best view at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandstand",1,1,1,1 ], "racecourses, football pitches, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grandstand",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandstand",1,1,2 ], "the spectators in a grandstand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandstand",1,1,3 ], "as if from a grandstand; unimpeded (esp| in the phrase grandstand view)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grandstand",1,2,1 ], "to behave ostentatiously in an attempt to impress onlookers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granduncle",1,1,1 ], "another name for great-uncle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grange",1,1,1 ], "a farm, esp| a farmhouse or country house with its various outbuildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grange",1,1,2 ], "an outlying farmhouse in which a religious establishment or feudal lord stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grange",1,1,2 ], "crops and tithes in kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grange",1,1,3 ], "a granary or barn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grangerize",1,1,1 ], "to illustrate (a book) by inserting prints, drawings, etc|, taken from other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grangerize",1,1,1 ], "works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grangerize",1,1,2 ], "to raid (books, etc|) to acquire material for illustrating another book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grani-",1,1,1 ], "indicating grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granite",1,1,1 ], "a light-coloured coarse-grained acid plutonic igneous rock consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granite",1,1,1 ], "quartz, feldspars, and such ferromagnesian minerals as biotite or hornblende: widely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granite",1,1,1 ], "used for building" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "granite",1,1,2 ], "great hardness, endurance, or resolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granite",1,1,3 ], "another name for a stone ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graniteware",1,1,1 ], "iron vessels coated with enamel of a granite-like appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graniteware",1,1,2 ], "a type of very durable white semivitreous pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graniteware",1,1,3 ], "a type of pottery with a speckled glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granitite",1,1,1 ], "any granite with a high content of biotite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granivorous",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) feeding on seeds and grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granny flat",1,1,1 ], "a flat built onto or constructed inside a house to accommodate an elderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granny flat",1,1,1 ], "parent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granny knot",1,1,1 ], "a reef knot with the ends crossed the wrong way, making it liable to slip or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granny knot",1,1,1 ], "jam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granny",1,1,1 ], "informal words for grandmother|Often shortened to gran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granny",1,1,2 ], "an irritatingly fussy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granny",1,1,3 ], "a midwife or nurse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grano-",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling granite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granodiorite",1,1,1 ], "a coarse-grained acid igneous rock containing almost twice as much plagioclase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granodiorite",1,1,1 ], "as orthoclase: intermediate in structure between granite and diorite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granolith",1,1,1 ], "a paving material consisting of a mixture of cement and crushed granite or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granolith",1,1,1 ], "granite chippings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granophyre",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained granitic rock in which irregular crystals of intergrown quartz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granophyre",1,1,1 ], "and feldspar are embedded in a groundmass of these minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grant of probate",1,1,1 ], "an instrument authorizing an executor to control and dispose of a deceased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant of probate",1,1,1 ], "person's estate if a will has been made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,1 ], "to consent to perform or fulfil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,2 ], "to permit as a favour, indulgence, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,3 ], "to acknowledge the validity of; concede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,4 ], "to bestow, esp| in a formal manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,5 ], "to transfer (property) to another, esp| by deed; convey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,6 ], "take for granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,6,1 ], "to accept (something) as true and not requiring verification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,1,6,2 ], "to take advantage of the benefits of (something) without due appreciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,2,1 ], "a sum of money provided by a government or public fund to finance educational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,2,1 ], "study, overseas aid, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,2,2 ], "a privilege, right, etc|, that has been granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,2,3 ], "the act of granting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,2,4 ], "a transfer of property by deed or other written instrument; conveyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,2,5 ], "a territorial unit in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, originally granted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant",1,2,5 ], "an individual or organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grant-in-aid",1,1,1 ], "a dependency for a programme, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grant-in-aid",1,1,1 ], "a sum of money granted by one government to a lower level of government or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant-in-aid",1,1,2 ], "a grant provided by the central government or local education authority to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grant-in-aid",1,1,2 ], "ensure consistent standards in buildings and other facilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grantee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a grant is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grantor",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a grant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granular",1,1,1 ], "of, like, containing, or resembling a granule or granules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granular",1,1,2 ], "having a grainy or granulated surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulate",1,1,1 ], "to make into grains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become roughened in surface texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulate",1,2,1 ], "(of a wound, ulcer, etc|) to form granulation tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulated sugar",1,1,1 ], "a coarsely ground white sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulation tissue",1,1,1 ], "a mass of new connective tissue and capillaries formed on the surface of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulation tissue",1,1,1 ], "healing ulcer or wound, usually leaving a scar| Nontechnical name: proud flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of granulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulation",1,1,2 ], "a granulated texture or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulation",1,1,3 ], "a single bump or grain in such a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulation",1,1,4 ], "see granulation tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulation",1,1,5 ], "any of numerous bright regions (approximate diameter 900 km) having a fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulation",1,1,5 ], "granular structure that can appear briefly on any part of the sun's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granule",1,1,1 ], "a small grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granule",1,1,2 ], "another name for granulation ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulite",1,1,1 ], "a granular foliated metamorphic rock in which the minerals form a mosaic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulite",1,1,1 ], "equal-sized granules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granulocyte",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of phagocytic leucocytes having cytoplasmic granules that take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulocyte",1,1,1 ], "up various dyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "granuloma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour composed of granulation tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "granulose",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for granular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grape hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "any of various Eurasian liliaceous plants of the genus Muscari, esp| M|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grape hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "botryoides, with clusters of rounded blue flowers resembling tiny grapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grape sugar",1,1,1 ], "another name for dextrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grape",1,1,1 ], "eaten raw, dried to make raisins, currants, or sultanas, or used for making wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grape",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of the grapevine, which has a purple or green skin and sweet flesh:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grape",1,1,2 ], "any of various plants that bear grapelike fruit, such as the Oregon grape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grape",1,1,3 ], "the grape| slang for wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapefruit",1,1,1 ], "a tropical or subtropical evergreen rutaceous tree, Citrus paradisi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapefruit",1,1,2 ], "slightly bitter pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grapefruit",1,1,2 ], "the large round edible fruit of this tree, which has yellow rind and juicy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapes",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal growth, resembling a bunch of grapes, on the fetlock of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapeshot",1,1,1 ], "ammunition for cannons consisting of a number of or cluster of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapeshot",1,1,1 ], "projectiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grapevine",1,1,1 ], "any of several vitaceous vines of the genus Vitis, esp| V| vinifera of E Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapevine",1,1,1 ], "widely cultivated for its fruit (grapes): family Vitaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grapevine",1,1,2 ], "an unofficial means of relaying information, esp| from person to person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapevine",1,1,3 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler entwines his own leg around his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapevine",1,1,3 ], "opponent's and exerts pressure against various joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graph paper",1,1,1 ], "equally spaced, for drawing graphs, diagrams, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graph paper",1,1,1 ], "paper printed with intersecting lines, usually horizontal and vertical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,1,1 ], "a drawing depicting the relation between certain sets of numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,1,1 ], "axes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,1,1 ], "by means of a series of dots, lines, etc|, plotted with reference to a set of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,1,2 ], "a drawing depicting a functional relation between two or three variables by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,1,2 ], "means of a curve or surface containing only those points whose coordinates satisfy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,1,2 ], "the relation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,1,3 ], "a symbol in a writing system not further subdivisible into other such symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graph",1,2,1 ], "to draw or represent in a graph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapheme",1,1,1 ], "a minimum unit of writing, such as a letter, that may take different shapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapheme",1,1,1 ], "but is regarded as a representation of the same letter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graphic arts",1,1,1 ], "all kinds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "graphic arts",1,1,1 ], "any of the fine or applied visual arts based on drawing or the use of line, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphic arts",1,1,1 ], "opposed to colour or relief, on a plane surface, esp| illustration and print-making of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graphic",1,1,1 ], "vividly or clearly described" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to writing or other inscribed representations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphic",1,1,3 ], "using, relating to, or determined by a graph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphic",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the graphic arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphic",1,1,5 ], "having or denoting a texture formed by intergrowth of the crystals to resemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphic",1,1,5 ], "writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graphics",1,1,1 ], "the process or art of drawing in accordance with mathematical principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphics",1,1,2 ], "the study of writing systems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphics",1,1,3 ], "the drawings, photographs, etc|, in the layout of a magazine or book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphite",1,1,1 ], "a blackish soft allotropic form of carbon in hexagonal crystalline form: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphite",1,1,1 ], "in pencils, crucibles, and electrodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graphite",1,1,1 ], "nuclear reactors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "graphitize",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a substance) into graphite, usually by heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphitize",1,1,2 ], "to coat or impregnate with graphite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphology",1,1,1 ], "the study of handwriting, esp| to analyse the writer's character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphology",1,1,2 ], "the study of writing systems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graphomotor",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the muscular movements used or required in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapnel",1,1,1 ], "a device with a multiple hook at one end and attached to a rope, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapnel",1,1,1 ], "the rope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grapnel",1,1,1 ], "thrown or hooked over a firm mooring to secure an object attached to the other end of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grapnel",1,1,2 ], "a light anchor for small boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grappa",1,1,1 ], "a spirit distilled from the fermented remains of grapes after pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple plant",1,1,1 ], "a herbaceous plant, Harpagophytum procumbens, of southern Africa, whose fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple plant",1,1,1 ], "are covered with large woody barbed hooks: family Pedaliaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,1,1 ], "combat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,1,1 ], "to come to grips with (one or more persons), esp| to struggle in hand-to-hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,2,1 ], "to cope or contend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,3,1 ], "to secure with a grapple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,4,1 ], "any form of hook or metal instrument by which something is secured, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,4,1 ], "grapnel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,4,1,1 ], "the act of gripping or seizing, as in wrestling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,4,1,2 ], "a grip or hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grapple",1,4,2 ], "a contest of grappling, esp| a wrestling match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grappling iron",1,1,1 ], "a grapnel, esp| one used for securing ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grappling",1,1,1 ], "the act of gripping or seizing, as in wrestling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grappling",1,1,2 ], "a hook used for securing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graptolite",1,1,1 ], "any extinct Palaeozoic colonial animal of the class Graptolithina, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graptolite",1,1,1 ], "regarded as related to the coelenterates: a common fossil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,1,1 ], "to grip (something) firmly with or as if with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to struggle, snatch, or grope (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,2,1 ], "to understand, esp| with effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,3,1 ], "the act of grasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,3,2 ], "a grip or clasp, as of a hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,3,3 ], "the capacity to accomplish (esp| in the phrase within one's grasp)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,3,4 ], "total rule or possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasp",1,3,5 ], "understanding; comprehension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasping",1,1,1 ], "greedy; avaricious; rapacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass box",1,1,1 ], "a container attached to a lawn mower that receives grass after it has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass box",1,1,1 ], "cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grass cloth",1,1,1 ], "a cloth made from plant fibres, such as jute or hemp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass court",1,1,1 ], "a tennis court covered with grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass hockey",1,1,1 ], "field hockey, as contrasted with ice hockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass roots",1,1,1 ], "the essentials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass roots",1,1,1,1 ], "people, esp| from rural areas, considered to represent fundamental and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass roots",1,1,1,1 ], "practical views, esp| in politics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grass roots",1,1,1,2 ], "such rural areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass snake",1,1,1 ], "a harmless nonvenomous European colubrid snake, Natrix natrix, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass snake",1,1,1 ], "brownish-green body with variable markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grass snake",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar related European snakes, such as Natrix maura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass tree",1,1,1 ], "any liliaceous plant of the Australian genus Xanthorrhoea, having a woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass tree",1,1,1 ], "produce fragrant resins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grass tree",1,1,1 ], "stem, stiff grasslike leaves, and a spike of small white flowers| Some species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grass tree",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar Australasian plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass widow" ,1, 1, 1],"a person divorced, separated, or living away from his or her spouse",1). c_DEF([ "grass widow" ,1, 1, 2],"a person whose spouse is regularly away for a short period",1). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,1 ], "any monocotyledonous plant of the family Gramineae, having jointed stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,1 ], "includes cereals, bamboo, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,1 ], "sheathed by long narrow leaves, flowers in spikes, and seedlike fruits| The family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,2 ], "such plants collectively, in a lawn, meadow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,3 ], "any similar plant, such as knotgrass, deergrass, or scurvy grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,4 ], "ground on which such plants grow; a lawn, field, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,5 ], "ground on which animals are grazed; pasture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,6 ], "a slang word for marijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,7 ], "a person who informs, esp| on criminals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,8 ], "let the grass grow under one's feet| to squander time or opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,9 ], "put out to grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,9,1 ], "to retire (a racehorse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,1,9,2 ], "Informal| to retire (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,2,1 ], "to cover or become covered with grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,2,2 ], "to feed or be fed with grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,3,1 ], "to spread (cloth, etc|) out on grass for drying or bleaching in the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,4,1 ], "to knock or bring down (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,5,1 ], "to shoot down (a bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,6,1 ], "to land (a fish) on a river bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,6,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass",1,6,3 ], "to inform, esp| to the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass-of-Parnassus",1,1,1 ], "a herbaceous perennial N temperate marsh plant, Parnassia palustris, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grass-of-Parnassus",1,1,1 ], "solitary whitish flowers: family Parnassiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grassfinch",1,1,1 ], "any Australian weaverbird of the genus Poephila and related genera, many of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grassfinch",1,1,1 ], "which are brightly coloured and kept as cage birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grasshook",1,1,1 ], "another name for sickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasshopper",1,1,1 ], "any orthopterous insect of the families Acrididae and Tettigoniidae ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grasshopper",1,1,1 ], "hind legs against the leathery forewings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grasshopper",1,1,1 ], "typically terrestrial, feeding on plants, and producing a ticking sound by rubbing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grasshopper",1,1,2 ], "an iced cocktail of equal parts of creme de menthe, creme de cacao, and cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grassland",1,1,1 ], "land, such as a prairie, on which grass predominates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grassland",1,1,2 ], "land reserved for natural grass pasture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grassquit",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American finch of the genus Tiaris and related genera, such as T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grassquit",1,1,1 ], "olivacea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grassy",1,1,1 ], "grassier, grassiest| covered with, containing, or resembling grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grate",1,1,1 ], "to reduce to small shreds by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",1,1,2 ], "sound, or (of objects) to scrape with such a sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grate",1,1,2 ], "to scrape (an object) against or (objects) together, producing a harsh rasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on or upon) to annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",1,2,1 ], "to abrade; erode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",1,3,1 ], "a harsh rasping sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",2,1,1 ], "a framework of metal bars for holding fuel in a fireplace, stove, or furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",2,1,2 ], "a less common word for fireplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",2,1,3 ], "another name for grating ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",2,1,4 ], "a perforated metal screen for grading crushed ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grate",2,2,1 ], "to provide with a grate or grates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grateful",1,1,1 ], "thankful for gifts, favours, etc|; appreciative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grateful",1,1,2 ], "showing gratitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grateful",1,1,3 ], "favourable or pleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grater",1,1,1 ], "a kitchen utensil with sharp-edged perforations for grating carrots, cheese," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grater",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grater",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that grates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graticule",1,1,1 ], "drawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graticule",1,1,1 ], "the grid of intersecting lines of latitude and longitude on which a map is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graticule",1,1,2 ], "a scale or network of fine lines in the eyepiece of a telescope or microscope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graticule",1,1,2 ], "to assist in locating objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gratification",1,1,1 ], "the act of gratifying or the state of being gratified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratification",1,1,2 ], "something that gratifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratification",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for gratuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to satisfy or please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratify",1,1,2 ], "to yield to or indulge (a desire, whim, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratify",1,1,3 ], "to reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grating",1,1,1 ], "a framework of metal bars in the form of a grille set into a wall, pavement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grating",1,1,1 ], "etc|, serving as a cover or guard but admitting air and sometimes light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grating",1,1,2 ], "short for diffraction grating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grating",2,1,1 ], "(of sounds) harsh and rasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grating",2,1,2 ], "annoying; irritating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grating",2,2,1 ], "something produced by grating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratis",1,2,1 ], "without payment free of charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratitude",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of thankfulness or appreciation, as for gifts or favours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratuitous",1,1,1 ], "given or received without payment or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratuitous",1,1,2 ], "without cause; unjustified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratuitous",1,1,3 ], "given or made without receiving any value in return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratuity",1,1,1 ], "a gift or reward, usually of money, for services rendered; tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratuity",1,1,2 ], "something given without claim or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratuity",1,1,3 ], "a financial award granted for long or meritorious service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratulate",1,1,1 ], "to greet joyously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gratulate",1,1,2 ], "to congratulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graupel",1,1,1 ], "soft hail or snow pellets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grav",1,1,1 ], "a unit of acceleration equal to the standard acceleration of free fall| 1 grav" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grav",1,1,1 ], "is equivalent to 9|806,65 metres per second per second| Symbol: G" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravamen",1,1,1 ], "that part of an accusation weighing most heavily against an accused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravamen",1,1,2 ], "the substance or material grounds of a complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravamen",1,1,3 ], "a rare word for grievance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave clothes",1,1,1 ], "the wrappings in which a dead body is interred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",1,1,1 ], "a place for the burial of a corpse, esp| beneath the ground and usually marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",1,1,1 ], "by a tombstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grave",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a grave or resting place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",1,1,3 ], "(often preceded by the) a poetic term for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",1,1,4 ], "have one foot in the grave| to be old, weak, or near death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",1,1,5 ], "distressed a person now dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grave",1,1,5 ], "to make turn in his grave| to do something that would have shocked or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,1 ], "serious and solemn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,2 ], "full of or suggesting danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,3 ], "important; crucial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,4 ], "(of colours) sober or dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,5 ], "(gr$a:v)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,5,1 ], "(of a vowel or syllable in some languages with a pitch accent, such as ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,5,1 ], "Greek)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,6 ], "or vowels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,6 ], "spoken on a lower or falling musical pitch relative to neighbouring syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,6,2 ], "(as in French), or in a manner that gives the vowel status as a syllable nucleus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,6,2 ], "lower or falling musical pitch (as in ancient Greek), with certain special quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,6,2 ], "not usually possessed by it in that position (as in English ag`ed)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,1,6,2 ], "of or relating to an accent (`) over vowels, denoting a pronunciation with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,2,1 ], "(gr$a$:v)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",2,2,2 ], "a grave accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",3,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",3,1,2 ], "to cut, carve, sculpt, or engrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",3,1,3 ], "to fix firmly in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",4,1,1 ], "to clean and apply a coating of pitch to (the bottom of a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave",5,2,1 ], "to be performed in a solemn manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grave-wax",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for adipocere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravel",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of rock fragments and pebbles that is coarser than sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravel",1,1,2 ], "small rough calculi in the kidneys or bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravel",1,3,1 ], "to cover with gravel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravel",1,3,2 ], "to confound or confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravel",1,3,3 ], "to annoy or disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravel-blind",1,1,1 ], "almost entirely blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravelly",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or abounding in gravel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravelly",1,1,2 ], "of or like gravel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravelly",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of a voice) harsh and grating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graven image",1,1,1 ], "a carved image used as an idol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graven",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of grave'3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graven",1,2,1 ], "strongly fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graver",1,1,1 ], "any of various engraving, chasing, or sculpting tools, such as a burin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravestone",1,1,1 ], "a stone marking a grave and usually inscribed with the name and dates of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravestone",1,1,1 ], "person buried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graveyard",1,1,1 ], "a place for graves; a burial ground, esp| a small one or one in a churchyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravid",1,1,1 ], "the technical word for pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravimeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the earth's gravitational field at points on its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravimeter",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravimeter",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for measuring relative density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravimetric analysis",1,1,1 ], "filtration, drying, and weighing of the precipitate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravimetric analysis",1,1,1 ], "quantitative analysis by weight, usually involving the precipitation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravimetric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or using measurement by weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graving dock",1,1,1 ], "another term for dry dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitate",1,1,1 ], "to move under the influence of gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitate",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by to or towards) to be influenced or drawn, as by strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitate",1,1,2 ], "impulses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravitate",1,1,3 ], "to sink or settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitation",1,1,1 ], "mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravitation",1,1,1 ], "the force of attraction that bodies exert on one another as a result of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitation",1,1,2 ], "any process or result caused by this interaction, such as the fall of a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitation",1,1,2 ], "to the surface of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational constant",1,1,1 ], "gravitation| It is a universal constant with the value 6|670 X 10'-'1'1N m'2 kg-'2| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational constant",1,1,1 ], "the factor relating force to mass and distance in Newton's law of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational field",1,1,1 ], "masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational field",1,1,1 ], "the field of force surrounding a body of finite mass in which another body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational field",1,1,1 ], "would experience an attractive force that is proportional to the product of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational interaction",1,1,1 ], "an interaction between particles or bodies resulting from their mass| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational interaction",1,1,1 ], "very weak and occurs at all distances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational mass",1,1,1 ], "of gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravitational mass",1,1,1 ], "the mass of a body determined by the extent to which it responds to the force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitative",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or produced by gravitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravitative",1,1,2 ], "tending or causing to gravitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graviton",1,1,1 ], "a postulated quantum of gravitational energy, usually considered to be a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graviton",1,1,1 ], "particle with zero charge and rest mass and a spin of 2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravity cell",1,1,1 ], "an electrolytic cell in which the electrodes lie in two different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity cell",1,1,1 ], "densities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gravity cell",1,1,1 ], "electrolytes, which are separated into two layers by the difference in their relative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravity fault",1,1,1 ], "a fault in which the rocks on the upper side of an inclined fault plane have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity fault",1,1,1 ], "been displaced downwards; normal fault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,1 ], "of a celestial body, such as the earth or moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,1 ], "the force of attraction that moves or tends to move bodies towards the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,2 ], "the property of being heavy or having weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,3 ], "another name for gravitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,4 ], "seriousness or importance, esp| as a consequence of an action or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,5 ], "manner or conduct that is solemn or dignified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,6 ], "lowness in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravity",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to gravity or gravitation or their effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravure",1,1,1 ], "a method of intaglio printing using a plate with many small etched recesses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravure",1,1,2 ], "matter printed by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravy boat",1,1,1 ], "a small often boat-shaped vessel for serving gravy or other sauces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravy train",1,1,1 ], "a job requiring comparatively little work for good pay, benefits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravy",1,1,1,1 ], "the juices that exude from meat during cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravy",1,1,1,2 ], "the sauce made by thickening and flavouring such juices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gravy",1,1,2 ], "living" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gravy",1,1,2 ], "money or gain acquired with little effort, esp| above that needed for ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gray",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling (now esp| U|S|) of grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grayling",1,1,1 ], "Thymallidae, of the N hemisphere, having a long spiny dorsal fin, a silvery back, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grayling",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater salmonoid food fish of the genus Thymallus and family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grayling",1,1,1 ], "greyish-green sides" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grayling",1,1,2 ], "any butterfly of the satyrid genus Hipparchia and related genera, esp| H|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grayling",1,1,2 ], "semele of Europe, having grey or greyish-brown wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graze",1,1,1 ], "animals, esp| cows and sheep) to feed thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graze",1,1,1 ], "to allow (animals) to consume the vegetation on (an area of land), or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graze",1,2,1 ], "to tend (livestock) while at pasture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graze",2,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by against or along) to brush or scrape (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graze",2,1,1 ], "gently, esp| in passing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "graze",2,2,1 ], "to break the skin of (a part of the body) by scraping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graze",2,3,1 ], "the act of grazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "graze",2,3,2 ], "a scrape or abrasion made by grazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grazier",1,1,1 ], "a rancher or farmer who rears or fattens cattle or sheep on grazing land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grazing",1,1,1 ], "the vegetation on ranges or pastures that is available for livestock to feed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grazing",1,1,1 ], "upon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grazing",1,1,2 ], "the land on which this is growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease cup",1,1,1 ], "a container that stores grease and feeds it through a small hole into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease cup",1,1,1 ], "bearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grease gun",1,1,1 ], "a device for forcing grease through nipples into bearings, usually consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease gun",1,1,1 ], "of a cylinder with a plunger and nozzle fitted to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grease monkey",1,1,1 ], "a mechanic, esp| one who works on cars or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,1,1 ], "(gri$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,1,2 ], "animal fat in a soft or melted condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,1,3 ], "any thick fatty oil, esp| one used as a lubricant for machinery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,1,4 ], "shorn fleece before it has been cleaned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,1,5 ], "an oily secretion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,1,5 ], "inflammation of the skin of horses around the fetlocks, usually covered with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,2,1 ], "(gri$:s, gri$:z)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,3,1 ], "to soil, coat, or lubricate with grease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,3,2 ], "to ease the course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grease",1,3,3 ], "grease the palm of| Slang| to bribe; influence by giving money to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasepaint",1,1,1 ], "a waxy or greasy substance used as make-up by actors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasepaint",1,1,2 ], "theatrical make-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greaser",1,1,1 ], "a mechanic, esp| of motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greaser",1,1,2 ], "a young long-haired motorcyclist, usually one of a gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greaser",1,1,3 ], "an unpleasant person, esp| one who ingratiates himself with superiors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasewood",1,1,1 ], "a spiny chenopodiaceous shrub, Sarcobatus vermiculatus of W North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasewood",1,1,1 ], "that yields an oil used as a fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greasewood",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants, such as the creosote bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasy spoon",1,1,1 ], "a small, cheap, and often unsanitary restaurant, usually specializing in fried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasy spoon",1,1,1 ], "foods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greasy",1,1,1 ], "greasier, greasiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasy",1,1,2 ], "coated or soiled with or as if with grease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasy",1,1,3 ], "composed of or full of grease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasy",1,1,4 ], "resembling grease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greasy",1,1,5 ], "unctuous or oily in manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great ape",1,1,1 ], "any of the larger anthropoid apes, such as the chimpanzee, orang-utan, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great ape",1,1,1 ], "gorilla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great auk",1,1,1 ], "19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great auk",1,1,1 ], "a large flightless auk, Pinguinus impennis, extinct since the middle of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great circle",1,1,1 ], "a circular section of a sphere that has a radius equal to that of the sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great council",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval England) an assembly of the great nobles and prelates to advise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great council",1,1,1 ], "the king" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great crested grebe",1,1,1 ], "a European grebe, Podiceps cristatus, having blackish ear tufts and, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great crested grebe",1,1,1 ], "breeding season, a dark brown frill around the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great gross",1,1,1 ], "a unit of quantity equal to one dozen gross (or 1728)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great northern diver",1,1,1 ], "a black head and neck in summer: family Gaviidae (divers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great northern diver",1,1,1 ], "a large northern bird, Gavia immer, with a black-and-white chequered back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great primer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly)a size of printer's type approximately equal to 18 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great seal",1,1,1 ], "signatures and documents of the highest importance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great seal",1,1,1 ], "the principal seal of a nation, sovereign, etc|, used to authenticate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great tit",1,1,1 ], "a black-and-white head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great tit",1,1,1 ], "a large common Eurasian tit, Parus major, with yellow-and-black underparts and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great white heron",1,1,1 ], "a large white heron, Ardea occidentalis, of S North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great white heron",1,1,2 ], "a widely distributed white egret, Egretta (or Casmerodius)albus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great year",1,1,1 ], "one complete cycle of the precession of the equinoxes; about 25,800 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,1 ], "relatively large in size or extent; big" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,10 ], "much in use; favoured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,11 ], "active or enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,12 ], "(often foll| by at) skilful or adroit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,13 ], "excellent; fantastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,14 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,2 ], "relatively large in number; having many parts or members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,3 ], "of relatively long duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,4 ], "of larger size or more importance than others of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,5 ], "extreme or more than usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,6 ], "of significant importance or consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,6,1 ], "of exceptional talents or achievements; remarkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,6,2 ], "the great; one of the greats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,7 ], "arising from or possessing idealism in thought, action, etc|; heroic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,8 ], "illustrious or eminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,1,9 ], "impressive or striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,2,1,1 ], "pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,2,1,2 ], "full (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,2,2 ], "(intensifier, used in mild oaths)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,2,3 ], "be great on| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,2,3,1 ], "to be informed about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,2,3,2 ], "to be enthusiastic about or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,3,1 ], "very well; excellently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great",1,4,1 ], "the principal manual on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-",1,1,1 ], "being the parent of a person's grandparent (in the combinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-",1,1,1 ], "great-grandfather, great-grandmother, great-grandparent)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great-",1,1,2 ], "being the child of a person's grandchild (in the combinations great-grandson," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-",1,1,2 ], "great-granddaughter, great-grandchild)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great-aunt",1,1,1 ], "an aunt of one's father or mother; sister of one's grandfather or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-aunt",1,1,1 ], "grandmother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great-hearted",1,1,1 ], "benevolent or noble; magnanimous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-nephew",1,1,1 ], "a son of one's nephew or niece; grandson of one's brother or sister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-niece",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of one's nephew or niece; granddaughter of one's brother or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-niece",1,1,1 ], "sister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "great-uncle",1,1,1 ], "an uncle of one's father or mother; brother of one's grandfather or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "great-uncle",1,1,1 ], "grandmother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greatcoat",1,1,1 ], "a heavy overcoat, now worn esp| by men in the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greaten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greater celandine",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian papaveraceous plant, Chelidonium majus, with yellow flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greater celandine",1,1,1 ], "deeply divided leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greatest common divisor",1,1,1 ], "another name for highest common factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greatest",1,1,1 ], "the superlative of great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greatest",1,2,1 ], "the greatest| Slang| an exceptional person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greave",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour worn to protect the shin from the ankle to the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greaves",1,1,1 ], "the residue left after the rendering of tallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grebe",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird, such as Podiceps cristatus , of the order Podicipediformes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grebe",1,1,1 ], "similar to the divers but with lobate rather than webbed toes and a vestigial tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gree",1,1,1 ], "superiority or victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gree",1,1,2 ], "the prize for a victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gree",2,1,1 ], "goodwill; favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gree",2,1,2 ], "satisfaction for an insult or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gree",3,1,1 ], "dialect| to come or cause to come to agreement or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greed",1,1,1 ], "excessive consumption of or desire for food; gluttony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greed",1,1,2 ], "excessive desire, as for wealth or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greedy guts",1,1,1 ], "a glutton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greedy",1,1,1 ], "greedier, greediest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greedy",1,1,2 ], "excessively desirous of food or wealth, esp| in large amounts; voracious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greedy",1,2,1 ], "eager (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greegree",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of grigri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green algae",1,1,1 ], "chlorophyll| The group includes sea lettuce and spirogyra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green algae",1,1,1 ], "the algae of the family Chlorophyceae, which possess the green pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green bean",1,1,1 ], "any bean plant, such as the French bean, having narrow green edible pods when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green bean",1,1,1 ], "unripe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green belt",1,1,1 ], "a zone of farmland, parks, and open country surrounding a town or city:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green belt",1,1,1 ], "usually officially designated as such and preserved from urban development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green card",1,1,1 ], "an insurance document covering motorists against accidents abroad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green corn",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweet corn ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green dragon",1,1,1 ], "a North American aroid plant, Arisaema dracontium, with a long slender spadix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green dragon",1,1,1 ], "projecting from a green or white long narrow spathe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green fingers",1,1,1 ], "considerable talent or ability to grow plants| U|S| equivalent: green thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green gland",1,1,1 ], "each antenna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green gland",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of excretory organs in some crustaceans that open at the base of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green glass",1,1,1 ], "glass in its natural colour, usually greenish as a result of metallic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green glass",1,1,1 ], "substances in the raw materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green heron",1,1,1 ], "a small heron, Butorides virescens, of subtropical North America, with dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green heron",1,1,1 ], "greenish wings and back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green leek",1,1,1 ], "any of several Australian parrots with a green or mostly green plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green light",1,1,1 ], "a signal to go, esp| a green traffic light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green light",1,1,2 ], "permission to proceed with a project, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green manure",1,1,1 ], "a growing crop that is ploughed under to enrich the soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green manure",1,1,2 ], "manure that has not yet decomposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green monkey",1,1,1 ], "a W African variety of a common guenon monkey, Cercopithecus aethiops, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green monkey",1,1,1 ], "greenish-brown fur and a dark face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green mould",1,1,1 ], "another name for blue mould ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green paper",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a command paper containing policy proposals to be discussed, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green paper",1,1,1 ], "by Parliament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green pepper",1,1,1 ], "the green unripe fruit of the sweet pepper, eaten raw or cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green pepper",1,1,2 ], "the unripe fruit of various other pepper plants, eaten as a green vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green plover",1,1,1 ], "another name for lapwing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green pound",1,1,1 ], "a unit of account used in calculating Britain's contributions to and payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green pound",1,1,1 ], "from the Community Agricultural Fund of the EEC" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green revolution",1,1,1 ], "developing countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green revolution",1,1,1 ], "the introduction of high-yielding seeds and modern agricultural techniques in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green soap",1,1,1 ], "a soft or liquid alkaline soap made from vegetable oils, used in treating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green soap",1,1,1 ], "certain chronic skin diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green tea",1,1,1 ], "a sharp tea made from tea leaves that have been steamed and dried quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green tea",1,1,1 ], "without fermenting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green turtle",1,1,1 ], "a mainly tropical edible turtle, Chelonia mydas, with greenish flesh used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green turtle",1,1,1 ], "prepare turtle soup: family Chelonidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green vitriol",1,1,1 ], "another name for ferrous sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green woodpecker",1,1,1 ], "a European woodpecker, Picus viridis, with a dull green back and wings and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green woodpecker",1,1,1 ], "red crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,1 ], "Green is the complementary colour of magenta and with red and blue forms a set of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of colours, such as that of fresh grass, that lie between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,1 ], "primary colours" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,1 ], "yellow and blue in the visible spectrum in the wavelength range 575-500 nanometres|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,2 ], "a dye or pigment of or producing these colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,3 ], "something of the colour green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,4 ], "a small area of grassland, esp| in the centre of a village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,5 ], "an area of ground used for a purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,5,1 ], "the edible leaves and stems of certain plants, eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,5,2 ], "freshly cut branches of ornamental trees, shrubs, etc|, used as a decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,6 ], "money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,7 ], "marijuana of low quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,8 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,1,9 ], "green in one's eye| an indication of immaturity or gullibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,1 ], "of the colour green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,10 ], "(of meat) not smoked or cured; unprocessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,11 ], "(of a product, such as a sand mould or cermet) compacted but not yet fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,11 ], "ready for firing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,12 ], "(of timber) freshly felled; not dried or seasoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,2 ], "greenish in colour or having parts or marks that are greenish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,3 ], "vigorous; not faded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,4 ], "envious or jealous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,5 ], "immature, unsophisticated, or gullible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,6 ], "characterized by foliage or green plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,7 ], "fresh, raw, or unripe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,8 ], "unhealthily pale in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,2,9 ], "(of pottery, etc|) not fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green",1,3,1 ], "to make or become green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green-eyed",1,1,1 ], "jealous or envious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "green-eyed",1,1,2 ], "the green-eyed monster| jealousy or envy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenback",1,1,1 ], "Civil War in 1862" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenback",1,1,1 ], "an inconvertible legal-tender U|S| currency note originally issued during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenback",1,1,2 ], "a dollar bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenbottle",1,1,1 ], "a common dipterous fly, Lucilia caesar, that has a dark greenish body with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenbottle",1,1,1 ], "metallic lustre and lays its eggs in carrion: family Calliphoridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenbrier",1,1,1 ], "any of several prickly climbing plants of the liliaceous genus Smilax, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenbrier",1,1,1 ], "rotundifolia of the eastern U|S|, which has small green flowers and blackish berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenery",1,1,1 ], "green foliage or vegetation, esp| when used for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenery",1,1,2 ], "a place where such foliage grows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenfinch",1,1,1 ], "a common European finch, Carduelis chloris, the male of which has a dull green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenfinch",1,1,1 ], "plumage with yellow patches on the wings and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenfly",1,1,1 ], "a greenish aphid commonly occurring as a pest on garden and crop plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greengage",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated variety of plum tree, Prunus domestica italica, with edible green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greengage",1,1,1 ], "plumlike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greengage",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greengrocer",1,1,1 ], "a retail trader in fruit and vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenhead",1,1,1 ], "a male mallard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenheart",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American lauraceous tree, Ocotea (or Nectandra)rodiaei, that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenheart",1,1,1 ], "dark green durable wood and bark that yields the alkaloid bebeerine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenheart",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenheart",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenhorn",1,1,1 ], "an inexperienced person, esp| one who is extremely gullible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenhorn",1,1,2 ], "a newcomer or immigrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse effect",1,1,1 ], "an effect occurring in greenhouses, etc|, in which radiant heat from the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse effect",1,1,1 ], "passes through the glass warming the contents, the radiant heat from inside being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse effect",1,1,1 ], "trapped by the glass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse effect",1,1,2 ], "temperature of the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse effect",1,1,2 ], "the application of this effect to the earth's atmosphere, which increases the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse",1,1,1 ], "a building with transparent walls and roof, usually of glass, for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse",1,1,1 ], "cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenhouse",1,1,2 ], "the part of an aircraft covered by a clear plastic dome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greening",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of apples that are used for cooking and have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greening",1,1,1 ], "greenish-yellow skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenlet",1,1,1 ], "a vireo, esp| one of the genus Hylophilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenling",1,1,1 ], "Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenling",1,1,1 ], "any scorpaenoid food fish of the family Hexagrammidae of the North Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenockite",1,1,1 ], "a rare yellowish mineral consisting of cadmium sulphide in hexagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenockite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: the only ore of cadmium| Formula: CdS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenroom",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a backstage room in a theatre where performers may rest or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenroom",1,1,1 ], "receive visitors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greensand",1,1,1 ], "an olive-green sandstone consisting mainly of quartz and glauconite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenshank",1,1,1 ], "a large European sandpiper, Tringa nebularia, with greenish legs and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenshank",1,1,1 ], "slightly upturned bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greensickness",1,1,1 ], "another name for chlorosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenstick fracture",1,1,1 ], "a fracture in children in which the bone is partly bent and splinters only on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenstick fracture",1,1,1 ], "the convex side of the bend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenstone",1,1,1 ], "any basic igneous rock that is dark green because of the presence of chlorite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenstone",1,1,1 ], "or epidote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greenstone",1,1,2 ], "a variety of jade used in New Zealand for ornaments and tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenstuff",1,1,1 ], "green vegetables, such as cabbage or lettuce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greensward",1,1,1 ], "fresh green turf or an area of such turf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenwood",1,1,1 ], "a forest or wood when the leaves are green: the traditional setting of stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greenwood",1,1,1 ], "about English outlaws, esp| Robin Hood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greet",1,1,1 ], "to meet or receive with expressions of gladness or welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greet",1,1,2 ], "to send a message of friendship to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greet",1,1,3 ], "to receive in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greet",1,1,4 ], "to become apparent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greet",2,1,1 ], "to weep; lament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greet",2,2,1 ], "weeping; lamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greeting",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of welcoming or saluting on meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greeting",1,1,1,1 ], "an expression of friendly salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greeting",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gregarine" ,1, 1, 1],"any parasitic protozoan of the order Gregarinida, typically occurring in the",1). c_DEF([ "gregarine" ,1, 1, 1],"digestive tract and body cavity of other invertebrates: class Sporozoa (sporozoans)",2). c_DEF([ "gregarine" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Gregarinida",1). c_DEF([ "gregarious",1,1,1 ], "enjoying the company of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gregarious",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) living together in herds or flocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gregarious",1,1,3 ], "(of plants) growing close together but not in dense clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gregarious",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of crowds or communities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greggriffin" ,1, 1, 1],"griffon, or",1). c_DEF([ "greige",1,1,1 ], "(of a fabric or material) not yet dyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greige",1,2,1 ], "an unbleached or undyed cloth or yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greisen",1,1,1 ], "a light-coloured metamorphic rock consisting mainly of quartz and white mica," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greisen",1,1,1 ], "formed by the pneumatolysis of granite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gremial",1,1,1 ], "a cloth spread upon the lap of a bishop when seated during a solemn High Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gremlin",1,1,1 ], "aircraft, esp| in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gremlin",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary imp jokingly said to be responsible for mechanical troubles in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gremlin",1,1,2 ], "any mischievous troublemaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenade",1,1,1 ], "a small container filled with explosive thrown by hand or fired from a rifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenade",1,1,2 ], "a sealed glass vessel that is thrown and shatters to release chemicals, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenade",1,1,2 ], "as tear gas or a fire extinguishing agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,1,1 ], "(in the British Army)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,2 ], "a member of the senior regiment of infantry in the Household Brigade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,2,2 ], "(formerly) a member of a special formation, usually selected for strength and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,2,2 ], "height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,2,3 ], "(formerly) a soldier trained to throw grenades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,3 ], "any deep-sea gadoid fish of the family Macrouridae, typically having a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,3 ], "head and trunk and a long tapering tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grenadier",1,1,4 ], "any of various African weaverbirds of the genus Estrilda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadine",1,1,1 ], "a light thin leno-weave fabric of silk, wool, rayon, or nylon, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadine",1,1,1 ], "dresses, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grenadine",2,1,1 ], "a syrup made from pomegranate juice, used as a sweetening and colouring agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadine",2,1,1 ], "in various drinks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grenadine",2,1,1,1 ], "a moderate reddish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grenadine",2,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gressorial",1,1,1 ], "(of the feet of certain birds) specialized for walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gressorial",1,1,2 ], "(of birds, such as the ostrich) having such feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grew",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey area",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a region in which unemployment is relatively high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey area",1,1,2 ], "an area or part of something existing between two extremes and having mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey area",1,1,2 ], "characteristics of both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey area",1,1,3 ], "an area, situation, etc|, lacking clearly defined characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey eminence",1,1,1 ], "the English equivalent of eminence grise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey fox",1,1,1 ], "a greyish American fox, Urocyon cinereoargenteus, inhabiting arid and woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey fox",1,1,1 ], "regions from S North America to N South America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey fox",1,1,2 ], "island grey fox| a similar and related animal, U| littoralis, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey fox",1,1,2 ], "islands off North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey heron",1,1,1 ], "a large European heron, Ardea cinerea, with grey wings and back and a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey heron",1,1,1 ], "black drooping crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey market",1,1,1 ], "a system involving the secret but not illegal sale of goods at excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey market",1,1,1 ], "prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey matter",1,1,1 ], "dendrites, and bare (unmyelinated) axons| Technical name: substantia grisea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey matter",1,1,1 ], "the greyish tissue of the brain and spinal cord, containing nerve cell bodies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey matter",1,1,2 ], "brains or intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey mullet",1,1,1 ], "any teleost food fish of the family Mugilidae, mostly occurring in coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey mullet",1,1,1 ], "regions, having a spindle-shaped body and a broad fleshy mouth| U|S| name: mullet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey squirrel",1,1,1 ], "a grey-furred squirrel, Sciurus carolinensis, native to E North America but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey squirrel",1,1,1 ], "now widely established" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey whale",1,1,1 ], "a large N Pacific whalebone whale, Eschrichtius glaucus, that is grey or black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey whale",1,1,1 ], "with white spots and patches: family Eschrichtidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey wolf",1,1,1 ], "another name for timber wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,1 ], "of a neutral tone, intermediate between black and white, that has no hue and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,1 ], "reflects and transmits only a little light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,2 ], "greyish in colour or having parts or marks that are greyish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,3 ], "dismal or dark, esp| from lack of light; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,4 ], "neutral or dull, esp| in character or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,5 ], "having grey hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,6 ], "of or characteristic of old age; wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,7 ], "ancient; venerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,1,8 ], "(of textiles) natural, unbleached, undyed, and untreated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,2,1 ], "any of a group of grey tones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,2,2 ], "grey cloth or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,2,3 ], "an animal, esp| a horse, that is grey or whitish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey",1,3,1 ], "to become or make grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grey-state",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a fabric or material) not yet dyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greyback",1,1,1 ], "any of various animals having a grey back, such as the grey whale and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greyback",1,1,1 ], "hooded crow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greybeard",1,1,1 ], "an old man, esp| a sage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greybeard",1,1,2 ], "a large stoneware or earthenware jar or jug for spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greyhen",1,1,1 ], "the female of the black grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greyhound racing",1,1,1 ], "a sport in which a mechanically propelled dummy hare is pursued by greyhounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greyhound racing",1,1,1 ], "around a race track" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greyhound",1,1,1 ], "a tall slender fast-moving breed of hound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greylag",1,1,1 ], "a large grey Eurasian goose, Anser anser: the ancestor of many domestic breeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "greylag",1,1,1 ], "of goose| U|S| spelling: graylag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "greywacke",1,1,1 ], "any dark sandstone or grit having a matrix of clay minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gribble",1,1,1 ], "any small marine isopod crustacean of the genus Limnoria, which bores into and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gribble",1,1,1 ], "damages wharves and other submerged wooden structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grid bias",1,1,1 ], "the fixed voltage applied between the control grid and cathode of a valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grid declination",1,1,1 ], "the angular difference between true north and grid north on a map" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grid variation",1,1,1 ], "the angle between grid north and magnetic north at a point on a map or chart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,1 ], "a network of horizontal and vertical lines superimposed over a map, building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,1 ], "plan, etc|, for locating points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,2 ], "electricity, gas, or water is distributed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,2 ], "the grid| the national network of transmission lines, pipes, etc|, by which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,2,1 ], "an electrode situated between the cathode and anode of a valve usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,2,1 ], "cathode and anode" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,2,1 ], "consisting of a cylindrical mesh of wires, that controls the flow of electrons between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grid",1,1,3 ], "any interconnecting system of links" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griddle",1,1,1 ], "a thick round iron plate with a half hoop handle over the top, for making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griddle",1,1,1 ], "scones, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "griddle",1,1,2 ], "any flat heated surface, esp| on the top of a stove, for cooking food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griddle",1,2,1 ], "to cook (food) on a griddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griddlecake",1,1,1 ], "another name for drop scone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gride",1,1,1 ], "to grate or scrape harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gride",1,1,2 ], "to pierce or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gride",1,2,1 ], "a harsh or piercing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gridiron",1,1,1 ], "a utensil of parallel metal bars, used to grill meat, fish, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gridiron",1,1,2 ], "any framework resembling this utensil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gridiron",1,1,3 ], "a framework above the stage in a theatre from which suspended scenery, lights," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gridiron",1,1,3 ], "etc|, are manipulated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gridiron",1,1,3,1 ], "the field of play in American football" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gridiron",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grief",1,1,1 ], "deep or intense sorrow or distress, esp| at the death of someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grief",1,1,2 ], "something that causes keen distress or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grief",1,1,3 ], "come to grief| Informal| to end unsuccessfully or disastrously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievance",1,1,1 ], "a real or imaginary wrong causing resentment and regarded as grounds for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievance",1,1,1 ], "complaint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grievance",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of resentment or injustice at having been unfairly treated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievance",1,1,3 ], "affliction or hardship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grieve",1,1,1 ], "someone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grieve",1,1,1 ], "to feel or cause to feel great sorrow or distress, esp| at the death of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grieve",1,2,1 ], "to inflict injury, hardship, or sorrow on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievous bodily harm",1,1,1 ], "really serious injury caused by one person to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievous",1,1,1 ], "very severe or painful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievous",1,1,2 ], "very serious; heinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievous",1,1,3 ], "showing or marked by grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grievous",1,1,4 ], "causing great pain or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griffe",1,1,1 ], "a carved ornament at the base of a column, often in the form of a claw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griffin" ,1, 1, 1],"a winged monster with an eagle-like head and the body of a lion",1). c_DEF([ "griffin",2,1,1 ], "a newcomer to the Orient, esp| one from W Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griffon",1,1,1 ], "any of various small wire-haired breeds of dog, originally from Belgium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griffon",1,1,2 ], "a pale plumage with black wings: family Accipitridae (hawks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "griffon",1,1,2 ], "any large vulture of the genus Gyps, of Africa, S Europe, and SW Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griffon",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of griffin'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grig",1,1,1 ], "a lively person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grig",1,1,2 ], "a shortlegged hen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grig",1,1,3 ], "a young eel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grigri",1,1,1 ], "an African talisman, amulet, or charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,1,1 ], "(of meat, etc|) to be cooked in this way| Usual U|S| word: broil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,1,1 ], "to cook (meat, etc|) by direct heat, as under a grill or over a hot fire, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,2,1 ], "to torment with or as if with extreme heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,3,1 ], "to subject to insistent or prolonged questioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,4,1 ], "a device with parallel bars of thin metal on which meat, etc|, may be cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,4,1 ], "by a fire; gridiron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,4,2 ], "a device on a cooker that radiates heat downwards for grilling meat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grill",1,4,3 ], "food cooked by grilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grill",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of grille" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grillage",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of beams and crossbeams used as a foundation on soft ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,1 ], "a framework, esp| of metal bars arranged to form an ornamental pattern, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,1 ], "as a screen or partition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,2 ], "a grating, often chromium-plated, that admits cooling air to the radiator of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,2 ], "motor vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,3 ], "a metal or wooden openwork grating used as a screen or divider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,4 ], "a protective screen, usually plastic or metal, in front of the loudspeaker in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,4 ], "a radio, record player, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,5 ], "the opening in one corner of the receiver's end of the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,6 ], "a group of small pyramidal marks impressed in parallel rows into a stamp to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grille",1,1,6 ], "prevent reuse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grilled",1,1,1 ], "cooked on a grill or gridiron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grilled",1,1,2 ], "having a grille" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grillroom",1,1,1 ], "a restaurant or room in a restaurant, etc|, where grilled steaks and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grillroom",1,1,1 ], "meat are served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grilse",1,1,1 ], "a salmon at the stage when it returns for the first time from the sea to fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grilse",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,1 ], "grimmer, grimmest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,2 ], "stern; resolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,3 ], "harsh or formidable in manner or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,4 ], "harshly ironic or sinister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,5 ], "cruel, severe, or ghastly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,6 ], "fierce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,7 ], "unpleasant; disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grim",1,1,8 ], "hold on like grim death| to hold very firmly or resolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grimace",1,1,1 ], "an ugly or distorted facial expression, as of wry humour, disgust, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grimace",1,2,1 ], "to contort the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grimalkin",1,1,1 ], "an old cat, esp| an old female cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grimalkin",1,1,2 ], "a crotchety or shrewish old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grime",1,1,1 ], "dirt, soot, or filth, esp| when thickly accumulated or ingrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grime",1,2,1 ], "to make dirty or coat with filth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grin",1,1,1 ], "by such a smile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grin",1,1,1 ], "to smile with the lips drawn back revealing the teeth or express (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grin",1,2,1 ], "to draw back the lips revealing the teeth, as in a snarl or grimace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grin",1,2,2 ], "grin and bear it| Informal| to suffer trouble or hardship without complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grin",1,3,1 ], "a broad smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grin",1,3,2 ], "a snarl or grimace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind on",1,1,1 ], "to move further relentlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,1,1 ], "to reduce or be reduced to small particles by pounding or abrading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,10,1 ], "grind)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,10,1 ], "to dance erotically by rotating the pelvis (esp| in the phrase bump and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,11,1 ], "laborious or routine work or study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,11,2 ], "a person, esp| a student, who works excessively hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,11,3 ], "a specific grade of pulverization, as of coffee beans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,11,4 ], "the act of sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,11,5 ], "a dance movement involving an erotic rotation of the pelvis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,11,6 ], "the act or sound of grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,2,1 ], "to smooth, sharpen, or polish by friction or abrasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,2,2 ], "sound or (of such objects) to be scraped together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,2,2 ], "to scrape or grate together (two things, esp| the teeth) with a harsh rasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,3,1 ], "to speak or say something in a rough voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,4,1 ], "to hold down; oppress; tyrannize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,5,1 ], "to operate (a machine) by turning a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,6,1 ], "to produce in a routine or uninspired manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,7,1 ], "to continue to play in a dull or insipid manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,8,1 ], "to instil (facts, information, etc|) by persistent effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grind",1,9,1 ], "to study or work laboriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindelia",1,1,1 ], "any coarse plant of the American genus Grindelia, having yellow daisy-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindelia",1,1,1 ], "flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grindelia",1,1,2 ], "and sedatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grindelia",1,1,2 ], "the dried leaves and tops of certain species of these plants, used in tonics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grinder",1,1,1 ], "a person who grinds, esp| one who grinds cutting tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grinder",1,1,2 ], "a machine for grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grinder",1,1,3 ], "a molar tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindery",1,1,1 ], "a place in which tools and cutlery are sharpened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindery",1,1,2 ], "the equipment of a shoemaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grinding wheel",1,1,1 ], "an abrasive wheel, usually a composite of hard particles in a resin filler," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grinding wheel",1,1,1 ], "used for grinding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grindstone",1,1,1,1 ], "a machine having a circular block of stone or composite abrasive rotated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindstone",1,1,1,1 ], "sharpening tools or grinding metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grindstone",1,1,1,2 ], "the stone used in this machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindstone",1,1,1,3 ], "any stone used for sharpening; whetstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindstone",1,1,2 ], "another name for millstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grindstone",1,1,3 ], "keep or have one's nose to the grindstone| to work hard and perseveringly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gringo",1,1,1 ], "Americans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gringo",1,1,1 ], "a person from an English-speaking country: used as a derogatory term by Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grip tape",1,1,1 ], "a rough tape for sticking to a surface to provide a greater grip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 10],"a method of clasping or shaking hands used by members of secret societies to",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 10],"greet or identify one another",2). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 11],"a spasm of pain",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 12],"a worker in a camera crew or a stagehand who shifts sets and props, etc",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 1],"the act or an instance of grasping and holding firmly",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 2],"the strength or pressure of such a grasp, as in a handshake",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 3],"the style or manner of grasping an object, such as a tennis racket",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 4],"phrases as get or have a grip on)",2). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 4],"understanding, control, or mastery of a subject, problem, etc| (esp| in such",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 5],"come or get to grips",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"to deal with (a problem or subject)",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"to tackle (an assailant)",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 6],"(often foll| by with)",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 7],"a part by which an object is grasped; handle",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 8],"a travelling bag or holdall",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 1, 9],"any device that holds by friction, such as certain types of brake",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 2, 1],"to take hold of firmly or tightly, as by a clutch",1). c_DEF([ "grip" ,1, 2, 2],"to hold the interest or attention of",1). c_DEF([ "grip",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of grippe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe water",1,1,1 ], "a solution given to infants to relieve colic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,1,1 ], "to complain, esp| in a persistent nagging manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,1,2 ], "to cause sudden intense pain in the intestines of (a person) or (of a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,1,2 ], "to experience this pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,2,1 ], "(of a ship) to tend to come up into the wind in spite of the helm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,2,2 ], "to clutch; grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,3,1 ], "to afflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,4,1 ], "a sudden intense pain in the intestines; colic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,4,2 ], "a complaint or grievance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,4,2,1 ], "the act of gripping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,4,2,2 ], "a firm grip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,4,2,3 ], "a device that grips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gripe",1,4,3 ], "the lashings that secure a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grippe",1,1,1 ], "a former name for influenza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gris-gris",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of grigri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grisaille",1,1,1 ], "a technique of monochrome painting in shades of grey, as in an oil painting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grisaille",1,1,1 ], "a wall decoration, imitating the effect of relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grisaille",1,1,2 ], "a painting, stained glass window, etc|, in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griseofulvin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic used to treat fungal infections of the hair and skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griseous",1,1,1 ], "streaked or mixed with grey; somewhat grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grisette",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a French working girl, esp| a pretty or flirtatious one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "griskin",1,1,1 ], "the lean part of a loin of pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grisly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grisly",1,1,2 ], "causing horror or dread; gruesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grisly",2,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of grizzly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grison",1,1,1 ], "Central and South America, having a greyish back and black face and underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grison",1,1,1 ], "either of two musteline mammals, Grison (or Galictis)cuja or G| vittata, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grist",1,1,1,1 ], "grain intended to be or that has been ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grist",1,1,1,2 ], "the quantity of such grain processed in one grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grist",1,1,2 ], "malt grains that have been cleaned and cracked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grist",1,1,3 ], "grist to the mill| anything that can be turned to profit or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gristle",1,1,1 ], "cartilage, esp| when in meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gristmill",1,1,1 ], "a mill, esp| one equipped with large grinding stones for grinding grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grit" ,1, 1, 1],"small hard particles of sand, earth, stone, etc",1). c_DEF([ "grit" ,1, 1, 2],"any coarse sandstone that can be used as a grindstone or millstone",1). c_DEF([ "grit" ,1, 1, 3],"the texture or grain of stone",1). c_DEF([ "grit" ,1, 1, 4],"indomitable courage, toughness, or resolution",1). c_DEF([ "grit" ,1, 2, 1],"to clench or grind together (two objects, esp| the teeth)",1). c_DEF([ "grit" ,1, 2, 2],"to cover (a surface, such as icy roads) with grit",1). c_DEF([ "grith",1,1,1 ], "a church, or for a period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grith",1,1,1 ], "security, peace, or protection, guaranteed either in a certain place, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grith",1,1,2 ], "a place of safety or protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grits",1,1,1 ], "hulled and coarsely ground grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gritty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gritty",1,1,2 ], "courageous; hardy; resolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gritty",1,1,3 ], "of, like, or containing grit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grivation",1,1,1 ], "short for grid variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grivet",1,1,1 ], "an E African variety of a common guenon monkey, Cercopithecus aethiops, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grivet",1,1,1 ], "long white tufts of hair on either side of the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grizzle",1,1,1 ], "to make or become grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzle",1,2,1 ], "a grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzle",1,2,2 ], "grey or partly grey hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzle",1,2,3 ], "a grey wig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzle",2,1,1 ], "(esp| of a child) to fret; whine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzle",2,1,2 ], "to sulk or grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzled",1,1,1 ], "streaked or mixed with grey; grizzly; griseous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzled",1,1,2 ], "having grey or partly grey hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzly bear",1,1,1 ], "America| Often shortened to grizzly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grizzly bear",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-brown variety of the brown bear, formerly widespread in W North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzly",1,1,1 ], "somewhat grey; grizzled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grizzly",1,2,1 ], "zlies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,1,1 ], "a prolonged stressed dull cry expressive of agony, pain, or disapproval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,1,2 ], "a loud harsh creaking sound, as of a tree bending in the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,1,3 ], "a grumble or complaint, esp| a persistent one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,2,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,2,1 ], "to utter (low inarticulate sounds) expressive of pain, grief, disapproval," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,3,1 ], "to make a sound like a groan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,4,1 ], "to be weighed down (by) or suffer greatly (under)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groan",1,5,1 ], "to complain or grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groat",1,1,1 ], "17th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groat",1,1,1 ], "an English silver coin worth four pennies, taken out of circulation in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groats",1,1,1 ], "the hulled and crushed grain of oats, wheat, or certain other cereals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groats",1,1,2 ], "the parts of oat kernels used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grocer",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in foodstuffs and other household supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groceries",1,1,1 ], "merchandise, esp| foodstuffs, sold by a grocer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grocery",1,1,1 ], "the business or premises of a grocer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grockle",1,1,1 ], "a tourist, esp| one from the Midlands or the North of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grog",1,1,1 ], "diluted spirit, usually rum, as an alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grog",1,1,2 ], "alcoholic drink in general, esp| spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groggy",1,1,2 ], "dazed or staggering, as from exhaustion, blows, or drunkenness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groggy",1,1,3 ], "faint or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grogram",1,1,1 ], "a coarse fabric of silk, wool, or silk mixed with wool or mohair, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grogram",1,1,1 ], "stiffened with gum, formerly used for clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grogshop",1,1,1 ], "a drinking place, esp| one of disreputable character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grogshop",1,1,2 ], "a shop, etc|, where liquor can be bought for drinking off the premises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groin",1,1,1 ], "the depression or fold where the legs join the abdomen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groin",1,1,2 ], "the genitals, esp| the testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groin",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of groyne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groin",1,1,4 ], "a curved arris formed where two intersecting vaults meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groin",1,2,1 ], "to provide or construct with groins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grommet",1,1,1 ], "a ring of rubber or plastic or a metal eyelet designed to line a hole to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grommet",1,1,1 ], "prevent a cable or pipe passed through it from chafing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gromwell",1,1,1 ], "any of various hairy plants of the boraginaceous genus Lithospermum, esp| L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gromwell",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gromwell",1,1,1 ], "officinale, having small greenish-white, yellow, or blue flowers, and smooth nutlike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groom",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to clean and look after horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groom",1,1,2 ], "any of various officers of a royal or noble household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groom",1,1,3 ], "a male servant or attendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groom",1,1,4 ], "a young man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groom",1,2,1 ], "to make or keep (clothes, appearance, etc|) clean and tidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groom",1,2,2 ], "to rub down, clean, and smarten (a horse, dog, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groom",1,2,3 ], "to train or prepare for a particular task, occupation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groomsman",1,1,1 ], "a man who attends the bridegroom at a wedding, usually the best man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow channel or furrow, esp| one cut into wood by a tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,2 ], "the spiral channel, usually V-shaped, in a gramophone record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,3 ], "a channel across the bottom surface of a piece of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,4 ], "one of the spiral cuts in the bore of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,5 ], "any furrow or channel on a bodily structure or part; sulcus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,6 ], "a settled existence, routine, etc|, to which one is suited or accustomed, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,6 ], "one from which it is difficult to escape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,7 ], "an experience, event, etc|, that is groovy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,8 ], "in the groove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,8,1 ], "Jazz| playing well and apparently effortlessly, with a good beat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,1,8,2 ], "U|S| fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,2,1 ], "to form or cut a groove in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,3,1 ], "to enjoy oneself or feel in rapport with one's surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,4,1 ], "to excite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,5,1 ], "to progress or develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groove",1,6,1 ], "to play well, with a good beat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groovy",1,1,1 ], "groovier, grooviest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groovy",1,1,2 ], "attractive, fashionable, or exciting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grope",1,1,1 ], "to feel or search about uncertainly (for something) with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grope",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by for or after) to search uncertainly or with difficulty (for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grope",1,1,2 ], "a solution, answer, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grope",1,2,1 ], "the act of groping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gros de Londres",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight shiny ribbed silk fabric, the ribs alternating between wide and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gros de Londres",1,1,1 ], "narrow between different colours or between different textures of yarn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gros point",1,1,1 ], "a needlepoint stitch covering two horizontal and two vertical threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gros point",1,1,2 ], "work done in this stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grosbeak",1,1,1 ], "any of various finches, such as Pinicola enucleator , that have a massive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grosbeak",1,1,1 ], "powerful bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grosbeak",1,1,2 ], "cardinal grosbeak| any of various mostly tropical American buntings, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grosbeak",1,1,2 ], "the cardinal and pyrrhuloxia, the males of which have brightly coloured plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groschen",1,1,1 ], "an Austrian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a schilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groschen",1,1,2 ], "a German coin worth ten pfennigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groschen",1,1,3 ], "a former German silver coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grosgrain",1,1,1 ], "a heavy ribbed silk or rayon fabric or tape for trimming clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gross domestic product",1,1,1 ], "during a year| It is equivalent to gross national product minus net investment incomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gross domestic product",1,1,1 ], "from foreign nations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gross domestic product",1,1,1 ], "the total value of all goods and services produced domestically by a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gross national product",1,1,1 ], "the total value of all final goods and services produced annually by a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gross profit",1,1,1 ], "purchases or materials, with an adjustment for stock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gross profit",1,1,1 ], "the difference between total revenue from sales and the total cost of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gross ton",1,1,1 ], "another name for long ton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gross up",1,1,1 ], "to increase (net income) to its pre-tax value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gross weight",1,1,1 ], "packaging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gross weight",1,1,1 ], "total weight of an article inclusive of the weight of the container and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 1],"repellently or excessively fat or bulky",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 2],"with no deductions for expenses, tax, etc|; total",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 3],"(of personal qualities, tastes, etc|) conspicuously coarse or vulgar",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 4],"obviously or exceptionally culpable or wrong; flagrant",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 5],"lacking in perception, sensitivity, or discrimination",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 6],"(esp| of vegetation) dense; thick; luxuriant",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 7],"coarse in texture or quality",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 1, 8],"rude; uneducated; ignorant",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 2, 1],"a unit of quantity equal to 12 dozen",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"the entire amount",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"the great majority",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 2, 2],"grosses",1). c_DEF([ "gross" ,1, 4, 1],"to earn as total revenue, before deductions for expenses, tax, etc| ?-",1). c_DEF([ "grossularite",1,1,1 ], "a green or greenish-grey garnet, used as a gemstone| Formula: Ca3Al2(SiO\4)3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grosz",1,1,1 ], "a Polish monetary unit worth one hundredth of a zloty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grot",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for grotto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,1,1 ], "strangely or fantastically distorted; bizarre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,1,2 ], "of or characteristic of the grotesque in art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,1,3 ], "absurdly incongruous; in a ludicrous context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,2,1 ], "a 16th-century decorative style in which parts of human, animal, and plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,2,1 ], "forms are distorted and mixed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,2,2 ], "a decorative device, as in painting or sculpture, in this style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,2,3 ], "the family of 19th-century sans serif display types" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesque",1,2,4 ], "any grotesque person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesquery",1,1,1 ], "the state of being grotesque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotesquery",1,1,2 ], "something that is grotesque, esp| an object such as a sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotto",1,1,1 ], "a small cave, esp| one with attractive features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotto",1,1,2 ], "18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grotto",1,1,2 ], "a construction in the form of a cave, esp| as in landscaped gardens during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grotty",1,1,2 ], "unpleasant, nasty, or unattractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouch",1,1,1 ], "to complain; grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouch",1,2,1 ], "a complaint, esp| a persistent one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouch",1,2,2 ], "a person who is always grumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground bait",1,1,1 ], "attract fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground bait",1,1,1 ], "bait, such as scraps of bread, maggots, etc|, thrown into an area of water to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground bass",1,1,1 ], "a short melodic bass line that is repeated over and over again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground beetle",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the family Carabidae, often found under logs, stones, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground beetle",1,1,1 ], "having long legs and a dark coloration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground beetle",1,1,2 ], "any beetle of the family Tenebrionidae, feeding on plants and plant products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground beetle",1,1,3 ], "any of various other beetles that live close to or beneath the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground cherry",1,1,1 ], "any of various American solanaceous plants of the genus Physalis, esp| P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground cherry",1,1,1 ], "pubescens, having round fleshy fruit enclosed in a bladder-like husk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground control",1,1,1 ], "of aircraft or spacecraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground control",1,1,1 ], "the personnel, radar, computers, etc|, on the ground that monitor the progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground control",1,1,2 ], "a system for feeding continuous radio messages to an aircraft pilot to enable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground control",1,1,2 ], "him to make a blind landing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground cover",1,1,1 ], "of the ground, esp| in a forest, preventing soil erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground cover",1,1,1 ], "the mass of dense low herbaceous plants and shrubs that grow over the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground elder",1,1,1 ], "another name for goutweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground floor",1,1,1 ], "the floor of a building level or almost level with the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground floor",1,1,2 ], "get in on the ground floor| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground floor",1,1,2,1 ], "to enter a business, organization, etc|, at the lowest level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground floor",1,1,2,2 ], "to be in a project, undertaking, etc|, from its inception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground glass",1,1,1 ], "glass that has a rough surface produced by grinding, used for diffusing light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground glass",1,1,2 ], "glass in the form of fine particles produced by grinding, used as an abrasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground hog",1,1,1 ], "another name for woodchuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground ice",1,1,1 ], "ice formed below the surface of a body of water, either on the ground or on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground ice",1,1,1 ], "submerged object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground ivy",1,1,1 ], "Nepeta)hederacea, with scalloped leaves and purplish-blue flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground ivy",1,1,1 ], "a creeping or trailing Eurasian aromatic herbaceous plant, Glechoma (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground loop",1,1,1 ], "a sudden uncontrolled turn by an aircraft on the ground, while moving under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground loop",1,1,1 ], "its own power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground pine",1,1,1 ], "a hairy plant, Ajuga chamaepitys, of Europe and N Africa, having two-lipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground pine",1,1,1 ], "when crushed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ground pine",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers marked with red spots: family Labiatae (labiates)| It smells of pine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground pine",1,1,2 ], "any of certain North American club mosses, esp| Lycopodium obscurum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground plan",1,1,1 ], "a drawing of the ground floor of a building, esp| one to scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground plan",1,1,2 ], "a preliminary or basic outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground plate",1,1,1 ], "a joist forming the lowest member of a timber frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground plum",1,1,1 ], "a North American leguminous plant, Astragalus caryocarpus, with purple or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground plum",1,1,1 ], "white flowers and green thick-walled plumlike edible pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground plum",1,1,2 ], "the pod of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground provisions",1,1,1 ], "starchy vegetables, esp| root crops and plantains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground rent",1,1,1 ], "of years to enable the lessee to develop the land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground rent",1,1,1 ], "the rent reserved by a lessor on granting a lease, esp| one for a long period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground rule",1,1,1 ], "a procedural rule or principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground squirrel",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing sciurine rodent of the genus Citellus and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground squirrel",1,1,1 ], "resembling chipmunks and occurring in North America, E Europe, and Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground state",1,1,1 ], "the lowest energy state of an atom, molecule, particle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground stroke",1,1,1 ], "any return made to a ball that has touched the ground, as opposed to a volley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground swell",1,1,1 ], "a considerable swell of the sea, often caused by a distant storm or earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground swell",1,1,1 ], "or by the passage of waves into shallow water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground water",1,1,1 ], "is held in the soil and in pervious rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground water",1,1,1 ], "underground water that has come mainly from the seepage of surface water and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground wave",1,1,1 ], "a radio wave that travels directly between a transmitting and a receiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground wave",1,1,1 ], "aerial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground zero",1,1,1 ], "a point on the ground directly below the centre of a nuclear explosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,1 ], "the land surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,10 ], "the bottom of a river or the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,11 ], "sediment or dregs, esp| from coffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,12 ], "the floor of a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,12,1 ], "legally stand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,12,1 ], "the area from the popping crease back past the stumps, in which a batsman may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,12,2 ], "ground staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,13 ], "a mesh or network supporting the main pattern of a piece of lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,14 ], "the usual U|S| word for earth ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,15 ], "above ground| alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,16 ], "below ground| dead and buried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,17 ], "break new ground| to do something that has not been done before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,18 ], "common ground| a subject about which there is agreement or similar thinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,19 ], "cut the ground from under someone's feet| to anticipate someone's action and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,19 ], "thus make it irrelevant or meaningless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,2 ], "earth or soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,20 ], "(down) to the ground| Brit| informal| completely; absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,21 ], "get off the ground| Informal| to make a beginning, esp| one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,21 ], "successful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,22 ], "home ground| a familiar area or topic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,23 ], "into the ground| beyond what is requisite or can be endured; to exhaustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,24 ], "down himself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,24 ], "meet someone on his own ground| to meet someone according to terms he has laid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,25 ], "touch ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,25,1 ], "(of a ship) to strike the sea bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,25,2 ], "indistinct subjects, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,25,2 ], "to arrive at something solid or stable after discussing or dealing with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,26 ], "situated on, living on, used on, or concerned with the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,3 ], "the land around a dwelling house or other building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,4 ], "an area of land given over to a purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,5 ], "land having a particular characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,6 ], "matter for consideration or debate; field of research or enquiry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,7 ], "a position or viewpoint, as in an argument or controversy (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,7 ], "give ground, hold, stand, or shift one's ground)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,8 ], "gain ground, lose ground, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,8 ], "position or advantage, as in a subject or competition (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9 ], "reason; justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9,1 ], "canvas, etc|, to prevent it reacting with or absorbing the paint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9,1 ], "the first coat of paint applied to a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9,1 ], "the prepared surface applied to the support of a painting, such as a wall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9,2 ], "the support of a painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9,3 ], "a work of art appear superimposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,1,9,3 ], "the background of a painting or main surface against which the other parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,2,1 ], "to put or place on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,3,1 ], "to instruct in fundamentals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,4,1 ], "to provide a basis or foundation for; establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,5,1 ], "to confine (an aircraft, pilot, etc|) to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,5,2 ], "the usual U|S| word for earth ,1,16" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,6,1 ], "to run (a vessel) aground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,7,1 ], "to cover (a surface) with a preparatory coat of paint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",1,8,1 ], "to hit or reach the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",2,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of grind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",2,2,1 ], "grinding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ground",2,2,1 ], "having the surface finished, thickness reduced, or an edge sharpened by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ground",2,2,2 ], "reduced to fine particles by grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundage",1,1,1 ], "a fee levied on a vessel entering a port or anchored off a shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundless",1,1,1 ], "without reason or justification| his suspicions were groundless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundling",1,1,1 ], "any animal or plant that lives close to the ground or at the bottom of a lake," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundling",1,1,1 ], "river, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groundling",1,1,1,1 ], "(in Elizabethan theatre)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundling",1,1,2 ], "a spectator standing in the yard in front of the stage and paying least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundling",1,1,2,2 ], "a spectator in the cheapest section of any theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundling",1,1,3 ], "a person on the ground as distinguished from one in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundmass",1,1,1 ], "(phenocrysts) are embedded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groundmass",1,1,1 ], "the matrix of igneous rocks, such as porphyry, in which larger crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundnut",1,1,1 ], "a North American climbing leguminous plant, Apios tuberosa, with fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundnut",1,1,1 ], "brown flowers and small edible underground tubers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groundnut",1,1,2 ], "the tuber of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundnut",1,1,3 ], "any of several other plants having underground nutlike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundnut",1,1,4 ], "another name for peanut ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundsel",1,1,1 ], "any of certain plants of the genus Senecio, esp| S| vulgaris, a Eurasian weed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundsel",1,1,1 ], "with heads of small yellow flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groundsel",1,1,2 ], "groundsel tree| a shrub, Baccharis halimifolia, of E North America, with white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundsel",1,1,2 ], "plumelike fruits: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groundsheet",1,1,1 ], "a waterproof rubber, plastic, or polythene sheet placed on the ground in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundsheet",1,1,1 ], "tent, etc|, to keep out damp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groundsheet",1,1,2 ], "a similar sheet put over a sports field to protect it against rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundsill",1,1,1 ], "another name for ground plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundsman",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to maintain a sports ground, park, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundspeed",1,1,1 ], "the speed of an aircraft relative to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundwork",1,1,1 ], "preliminary work as a foundation or basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groundwork",1,1,2 ], "the ground or background of a painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group captain",1,1,1 ], "an air commodore in the British R|A|F| and certain other air forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group captain",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank senior to a squadron leader but junior to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group dynamics",1,1,1 ], "a field of social psychology concerned with the nature of human groups, their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group dynamics",1,1,1 ], "development, and their interactions with individuals, other groups, and larger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group dynamics",1,1,1 ], "organizations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "group insurance",1,1,1 ], "esp| the employees of a firm, under a single contract at reduced premiums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group insurance",1,1,1 ], "insurance relating to life, health, or accident and covering several persons," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group marriage",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement in which several males live together with several females," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group marriage",1,1,1 ], "forming a conjugal unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group practice",1,1,1 ], "a medical practice undertaken by a group of associated doctors who work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group practice",1,1,1 ], "together as partners or as specialists in different areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group therapy",1,1,1 ], "natural group or who are brought together to share their problems in group discussion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group therapy",1,1,1 ], "the simultaneous treatment of a number of individuals who are members of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,1 ], "a number of persons or things considered as a collective unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,1,1 ], "a number of persons bound together by common social standards, interests, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,10 ], "a vertical column of elements in the periodic table that all have similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,10 ], "electronic structures, properties, and valencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,11 ], "any stratigraphical unit, esp| the unit for two or more formations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,12 ], "a set under an operation involving any two members of the set such that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,12 ], "member" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,12 ], "set is closed, associative, and contains both an identity and the inverse of each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,2 ], "a small band of players or singers, esp| of pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,3 ], "a number of animals or plants considered as a unit because of common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,3 ], "characteristics, habits, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,4 ], "another word for phrase ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,5 ], "an association of companies under a single ownership and control, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,5 ], "of a holding company, subsidiary companies, and sometimes associated companies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,6 ], "painting or sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,6 ], "two or more figures or objects forming a design or unit in a design, in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,7 ], "a military formation comprising complementary arms and services, usually for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,7 ], "purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,8 ], "an air force organization of higher level than a squadron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,9 ], "two or more atoms that are bound together in a molecule and behave as a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,1,9 ], "unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,2,1 ], "etc|) to form into a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "group",1,2,1 ], "to arrange or place (things, people, etc|) in or into a group, or (of things," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouper",1,1,1 ], "any large marine serranid fish of the genus Epinephelus and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouper",1,1,1 ], "warm and tropical seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "groupie",1,1,1 ], "an ardent fan of pop groups, esp| a girl who follows them on tour in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groupie",1,1,1 ], "have sexual relations with them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grouping",1,1,1 ], "a planned arrangement of things, people, etc|, within a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouse",1,1,1 ], "any gallinaceous bird of the family Tetraonidae, occurring mainly in the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouse",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere, having a stocky body and feathered legs and feet| They are popular game birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grouse",1,2,1 ], "excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouse",2,1,1 ], "to grumble; complain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouse",2,2,1 ], "a persistent complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grout",1,1,1 ], "a thin mortar for filling joints between tiles, masonry, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grout",1,1,2 ], "a fine plaster used as a finishing coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grout",1,1,3 ], "coarse meal or porridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grout",1,2,1 ], "to fill (joints) or finish (walls, etc|) with grout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouts",1,1,1 ], "sediment or grounds, as from making coffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouts",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of groats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouty",1,1,1 ], "groutier, groutiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouty",1,1,2 ], "and northern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouty",1,1,3 ], "muddy; dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grouty",1,1,4 ], "(of people''s manners) rough; unpolished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grove",1,1,1 ], "a small wooded area or plantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grove",1,1,1,1 ], "a road lined with houses and often trees, esp| in a suburban area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grove",1,1,1,2 ], "Ladbroke Grove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grovel",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to humble or abase oneself, as in making apologies or showing respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grovel",1,1,2 ], "to lie or crawl face downwards, as in fear or humility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grovel",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by in) to indulge or take pleasure (in sensuality or vice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grovet",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler in a kneeling position grips the head of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grovet",1,1,1 ], "his kneeling opponent with one arm and forces his shoulders down with the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grow into",1,1,1 ], "to become big or mature enough for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow on",1,1,1 ], "to become progressively more acceptable or pleasant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow out of",1,1,1 ], "to become too big or mature for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow up",1,1,1 ], "to reach maturity; become adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow up",1,1,2 ], "to come into existence; develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,1,1 ], "(of an organism or part of an organism) to increase in size or develop (hair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,1,1 ], "leaves, or other structures)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,2,1 ], "to originate, as from an initial cause or source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,3,1 ], "to increase in size, number, degree, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,4,1 ], "to change in length or amount in a specified direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,4,2 ], "(esp| of emotions, physical states, etc|) to develop or come into existence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,4,2 ], "being gradually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,5,1 ], "to come into existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,6,1 ], "to be joined gradually by or as by growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,7,1 ], "to develop a specified state of friendship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,7,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by with) to become covered with a growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,7,3 ], "consumption or on a commercial basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grow",1,7,3 ], "to produce (plants) by controlling or encouraging their growth, esp| for home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grower",1,1,1 ], "a person who grows plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grower",1,1,2 ], "a plant that grows in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growing pains",1,1,1 ], "of unusually rapid growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "growing pains",1,1,1 ], "pains in muscles or joints sometimes experienced by children during a period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growing pains",1,1,2 ], "development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "growing pains",1,1,2 ], "difficulties besetting a new enterprise in the early stages of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growl",1,1,1 ], "(of animals, esp| when hostile) to utter (sounds) in a low inarticulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growl",1,1,1 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "growl",1,1,2 ], "to utter (words) in a gruff or angry manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growl",1,2,1 ], "to make sounds suggestive of an animal growling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growl",1,3,1 ], "the act or sound of growling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growl",1,3,2 ], "a wind instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "growl",1,3,2 ], "an effect resembling a growl, produced at the back of the throat when playing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growler",1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or thing that growls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growler",1,1,2 ], "slang, obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growler",1,1,3 ], "a four-wheeled hansom cab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growler",1,1,4 ], "a small iceberg that can prove hazardous to shipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growler",1,1,5 ], "any container, such as a can, for draught beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grown",1,1,1,1 ], "developed or advanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grown-up",1,1,1 ], "having reached maturity; adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grown-up",1,1,2 ], "suitable for or characteristic of an adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grown-up",1,2,1 ], "an adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth ring",1,1,1 ], "another name for annual ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth shares",1,1,1 ], "ordinary shares with good prospects of appreciation in yield and value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth",1,1,1 ], "assimilation of food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "growth",1,1,1 ], "the process or act of growing, esp| this process in organisms following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth",1,1,2 ], "an increase in size, number, significance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth",1,1,3 ], "something grown or growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth",1,1,4 ], "a stage of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth",1,1,5 ], "any abnormal tissue, such as a tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "growth",1,1,6 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "groyne",1,1,1 ], "a wall or jetty built out from a riverbank or seashore to control erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grozing iron",1,1,1 ], "an iron for smoothing joints between lead pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gro|",1,1,1 ], "gross (unit of quantity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub hoe",1,1,1 ], "a heavy hoe for grubbing up roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub screw",1,1,1 ], "a small headless screw used to secure a collar or other part to a shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up or out) to search for and pull up (roots, stumps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,1,1 ], "etc|) by digging in the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,1,2 ], "stumps, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,1,2 ], "to dig up the surface of (ground, soil, etc|), esp| to clear away roots," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,2,1 ], "to search carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,3,1 ], "to work unceasingly, esp| at a dull task or research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,3,2 ], "to provide (a person) with food or (of a person) to take food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,4,1 ], "to scrounge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,5,1 ], "the short legless larva of certain insects, esp| beetles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,5,2 ], "food; victuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,5,3 ], "a person who works hard, esp| in a dull plodding way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grub",1,5,4 ], "a dirty child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubber",1,1,1 ], "a person who grubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubber",1,1,2 ], "another name for grub hoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubby",1,1,2 ], "dirty; slovenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubby",1,1,3 ], "mean; beggarly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubby",1,1,4 ], "infested with grubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubstake",1,1,1 ], "in any finds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grubstake",1,1,1 ], "supplies provided for a prospector on the condition that the donor has a stake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubstake",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with such supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grubstake",1,2,2 ], "to supply (a person) with a stake in a gambling game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grudge",1,1,1 ], "a persistent feeling of resentment, esp| one due to some cause, such as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grudge",1,1,1 ], "insult or injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grudge",1,2,1 ], "to accept unwillingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grudge",1,2,2 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grudge",1,2,2 ], "to feel resentful or envious about (someone else's success, possessions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gruel",1,1,1 ], "a drink or thin porridge, made by boiling meal, esp| oatmeal, in water or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gruel",1,1,1 ], "milk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gruelling",1,1,1 ], "extremely severe or tiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gruelling",1,2,1 ], "a severe or tiring experience, esp| punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gruesome",1,1,1 ], "inspiring repugnance and horror; ghastly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gruff",1,1,1 ], "rough or surly in manner, speech, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gruff",1,1,2 ], "(of a voice, bark, etc|) low and throaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grugru",1,1,1 ], "a spiny trunk and leaves and edible nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grugru",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical American palms, esp| Acrocomia sclerocarpa, which has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grugru",1,1,2 ], "infests this palm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grugru",1,1,2 ], "the large edible wormlike larva of a weevil, Rhynchophorus palmarum, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grumble",1,1,1 ], "to utter (complaints) in a nagging or discontented way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grumble",1,2,1 ], "to make low dull rumbling sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grumble",1,3,1 ], "a complaint; grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grumble",1,3,2 ], "a low rumbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grummet",1,1,1 ], "another word for grommet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grumous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) consisting of granular tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grump",1,1,1 ], "a surly or bad-tempered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grump",1,1,2 ], "a sulky or morose mood (esp| in the phrase have the grumps)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grump",1,2,1 ], "to complain or grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grumpy",1,1,1 ], "grumpier, grumpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grumpy",1,1,2 ], "peevish; sulky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunion",1,1,1 ], "a Californian marine teleost fish, Leuresthes tenuis, that spawns on beaches:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunion",1,1,1 ], "family Atherinidae (silversides)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grunt",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of pigs and some other animals) to emit a low short gruff noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunt",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to express something gruffly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunt",1,2,1 ], "of disgust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grunt",1,2,1 ], "the characteristic low short gruff noise of pigs, etc|, or a similar sound, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunt",1,2,2 ], "any of various mainly tropical marine sciaenid fishes, such as Haemulon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunt",1,2,2 ], "macrostomum , that utter a grunting sound when caught" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grunter",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that grunts, esp| a pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunter",1,1,2 ], "another name for grunt ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grunter",1,1,3 ], "a promiscuous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gruntled",1,1,1 ], "happy or contented; satisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gryphon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of griffin'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "grysbok",1,1,1 ], "and southern Africa, having small straight horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "grysbok",1,1,1 ], "either of two small antelopes, Raphicerus melanotis or R| sharpei, of central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gr| wt|",1,1,1 ], "gross weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gr|",1,1,1 ], "grade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gr|",1,1,2 ], "grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gr|",1,1,3 ], "gross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gr|",1,1,4 ], "gunner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gr|",1,1,5 ], "gram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gs|",1,1,1 ], "guineas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gtd|",1,1,1 ], "guaranteed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gteau",1,1,1 ], "any of various elaborate and rich cakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gt|",1,1,1 ], "gilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gt|",1,1,2 ], "great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gt|",1,1,3 ], "gutta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guacamole",1,1,1 ], "a spread of mashed avocado, tomato pulp, mayonnaise, and seasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guacamole",1,1,2 ], "any of various Mexican or South American salads containing avocado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guacharo",1,1,1 ], "another name for oilbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaco",1,1,1 ], "Aristolochia maxima , family Aristolochiaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guaco",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical American plants whose leaves are used as an antidote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaco",1,1,1 ], "to snakebite, esp| the climbers Mikania guaco, family Compositae (composites), or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guaco",1,1,2 ], "the leaves of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaiacol",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish oily creosote-like liquid extracted from guaiacum resin and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaiacol",1,1,1 ], "hardwood tar, used medicinally as an expectorant| Formula: C7H8O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guaiacum",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American evergreen tree of the zygophyllaceous genus Guaiacum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaiacum",1,1,1 ], "such as the lignum vitae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guaiacum",1,1,2 ], "the hard heavy wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaiacum",1,1,3 ], "a brownish resin obtained from the lignum vitae, used medicinally and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaiacum",1,1,3 ], "making varnishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guan",1,1,1 ], "South America: family Cracidae (curassows)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guan",1,1,1 ], "any gallinaceous bird of the genera Penelope, Pipile, etc|, of Central and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guanaco",1,1,1 ], "a cud-chewing South American artiodactyl mammal, Lama guanicoe, closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guanaco",1,1,1 ], "related to the domesticated llama: family Camelidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guanase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme that converts guanine to xanthine by removal of an amino group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guanidine",1,1,1 ], "a strongly alkaline crystalline substance, soluble in water and found in plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guanidine",1,1,1 ], "and animal tissues| It is used in organic synthesis| Formula: HNC(NH\2)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guanine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C5H5N5O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guanine",1,1,1 ], "a white almost insoluble compound: one of the purine bases in nucleic acids|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guano",1,1,1 ], "calcium and is used as a fertilizer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guano",1,1,1 ], "regions of South America: contains the urates, oxalates, and phosphates of ammonium and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guano",1,1,1 ], "the dried excrement of fish-eating sea birds, deposited in rocky coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guano",1,1,2 ], "any similar but artificially produced fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guanosine",1,1,1 ], "a nucleoside consisting of guanine and ribose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guarani",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Paraguay, divided into 100 centimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 1],"a formal assurance, esp| in writing, that a product, service, etc|, will meet",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 1],"certain standards or specifications",2). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a person, company, etc|, to whom a guarantee is made",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a person, company, etc|, who gives a guarantee",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 2],"a promise, esp| a collateral agreement, to answer for the debt, default, or",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 2],"miscarriage of another",2). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 3],"a person who acts as a guarantor",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 4],"something that makes a specified condition or outcome certain",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 1, 5],"a variant spelling of ,guaranty",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 1],"(also intr|) to take responsibility for (someone else's debts, obligations,",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 1],"etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 2],"to serve as a guarantee for",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 3],"to secure or furnish security for",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 4],"(usually foll| by from or against) to undertake to protect or keep secure, as",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 4],"against injury, loss, etc",2). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 5],"to ensure",1). c_DEF([ "guarantee" ,1, 2, 6],"(may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to promise or make certain",1). c_DEF([ "guarantor",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives or is bound by a guarantee or guaranty; surety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guaranty" ,1, 1, 1],"a pledge of responsibility for fulfilling another person's obligations in",1). c_DEF([ "guaranty" ,1, 1, 1],"case of that person's default",2). c_DEF([ "guaranty" ,1, 1, 2],"a thing given or taken as security for a guaranty",1). c_DEF([ "guaranty" ,1, 1, 3],"the act of providing security",1). c_DEF([ "guaranty" ,1, 1, 4],"a person who acts as a guarantor",1). c_DEF([ "guaranty" ,1, 2, 1],"a variant spelling of guarantee",1). c_DEF([ "guard cell",1,1,1 ], "epidermis| Changes in the turgidity of the cells cause the opening and closing of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard cell",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of crescent-shaped cells that surround a pore (stoma) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard cell",1,1,1 ], "stoma" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guard hair",1,1,1 ], "above the underfur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard hair",1,1,1 ], "any of the coarse hairs that form the outer fur in certain mammals, rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard ring",1,1,1 ], "an extra ring worn to prevent another from slipping off the finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard ring",1,1,2 ], "an electrode used to counteract distortion of the electric fields at the edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard ring",1,1,2 ], "of other electrodes in a capacitor or electron lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,1,1 ], "to watch over or shield (a person or thing) from danger or harm; protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,1,2 ], "thing), as to prevent escape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,1,2 ], "to keep watch over (a prisoner or other potentially dangerous person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,2,1 ], "to control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,3,1 ], "to take precautions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,3,2 ], "to control entrance and exit through (a gate, door, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,4,1 ], "to provide (machinery, etc|) with a device to protect the operator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,5,1,1 ], "to protect or cover (a chess man or card) with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,5,1,2 ], "Curling, bowling| to protect or cover (a stone or bowl) by placing one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,5,1,2 ], "stone or bowl between it and another player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,6,1 ], "to accompany as a guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,1 ], "a person or group who keeps a protecting, supervising, or restraining watch or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,1 ], "control over people, such as prisoners, things, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,10 ], "give guard| Cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,11 ], "(of an umpire) to indicate such a position to a batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,12 ], "off guard| having one's defences down; unprepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,13 ], "on guard| prepared to face danger, difficulties, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,14 ], "stand guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,15 ], "(of a military sentry, etc|) to keep watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,16 ], "mount guard| Chiefly military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,17 ], "(of a sentry, etc|) to begin to keep watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,2 ], "a person or group of people, such as soldiers, who form a ceremonial escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,3 ], "the official in charge of a train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,3,1 ], "the act or duty of protecting, restraining, or supervising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,4 ], "a device, part, or attachment on an object, such as a weapon or machine tool," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,4 ], "a firearm" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,4 ], "designed to protect the user against injury, as on the hilt of a sword or the trigger of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,5 ], "anything that provides or is intended to provide protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,5,1 ], "a chain on the fastening of a bracelet to ensure that the band cannot open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,5,1 ], "enough to fall off the wrist or arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,5,2 ], "a long neck chain often holding a chatelaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,6 ], "an article of light tough material worn to protect any of various parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,6 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,6,1 ], "the position of either of the two defensive players in a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,6,2 ], "a player in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,7 ], "the posture of defence or readiness in fencing, boxing, cricket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,8 ], "take guard| Cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,9 ], "(of a batsman) to choose a position in front of the wicket to receive the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guard",1,7,9 ], "bowling, esp| by requesting the umpire to indicate his position relative to the stumps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard's van",1,1,1 ], "U|S| equivalent: caboose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guard's van",1,1,1 ], "the van in which the guard travels, usually attached to the rear of a train|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardant",1,1,1 ], "(of a beast) shown full face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guarded",1,1,1 ], "protected or kept under surveillance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guarded",1,1,2 ], "prudent, restrained, or noncommittal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardhouse",1,1,1 ], "a building serving as the headquarters or a post for military police and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardhouse",1,1,1 ], "which military prisoners are detained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guardian",1,1,1 ], "one who looks after, protects, or defends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardian",1,1,2 ], "acting for himself, as an infant or person of unsound mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guardian",1,1,2 ], "someone legally appointed to manage the affairs of a person incapable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardian",1,1,3 ], "(in England) another word for custos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardian",1,2,1 ], "protecting or safeguarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardrail",1,1,1 ], "a railing placed alongside a staircase, road, etc|, as a safety barrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardrail",1,1,2 ], "a short metal rail fitted to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardrail",1,1,2 ], "inside of the main rail to provide additional support in keeping a train's wheels on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guardrail",1,1,2 ], "the track" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guardroom",1,1,1 ], "a room used by guards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardroom",1,1,2 ], "a room in which prisoners are confined under guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardsman",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a member of a Guards battalion or regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardsman",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a member of the National Guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guardsman",1,1,3 ], "a guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guar|",1,1,1 ], "guaranteed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guava",1,1,1 ], "P| guajava, grown in tropical regions for their edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guava",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American trees of the myrtaceous genus Psidium, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guava",1,1,2 ], "jellies, jams, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guava",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of such a tree, having yellow skin and pink pulp: used to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guayule",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guayule",1,1,1 ], "a bushy shrub, Parthenium argentatum, of the southwestern U|S|: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guayule",1,1,2 ], "rubber derived from the sap of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gubbins",1,1,1 ], "an object of little or no value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gubbins",1,1,2 ], "a small device or gadget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gubbins",1,1,3 ], "a silly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gubernatorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guberniya",1,1,1 ], "a territorial division of imperial Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guberniya",1,1,2 ], "a territorial and administrative subdivision in the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guck",1,1,1 ], "slimy matter; gunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon pin",1,1,1 ], "the pin through the skirt of a piston in an internal-combustion engine, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon pin",1,1,1 ], "which the little end of the connecting rod is attached| U|S| name: wrist pin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",1,1,1 ], "a small slender European freshwater cyprinid fish, Gobio gobio, with a barbel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",1,1,1 ], "on each side of the mouth: used as bait by anglers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",1,1,2 ], "any of various other fishes, such as the goby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",1,1,3 ], "bait or enticement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",1,1,4 ], "a person who is easy to trick or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",1,2,1 ], "to trick or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",2,1,1 ], "the female or socket portion of a pinned hinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",2,1,2 ], "one of two or more looplike sockets, fixed to the transom of a boat, into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gudgeon",2,1,2 ], "which the pintles of a rudder are fitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guelder-rose",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian caprifoliaceous shrub, Viburnum opulus, with clusters of white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guelder-rose",1,1,1 ], "flowers and small red fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guenon",1,1,1 ], "any slender agile Old World monkey of the genus Cercopithecus, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guenon",1,1,1 ], "the face" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guenon",1,1,1 ], "wooded regions of Africa and having long hind limbs and tail and long hair surrounding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guerdon",1,1,1 ], "a reward or payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guerdon",1,2,1 ], "to give a guerdon to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guerrilla",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of an irregular usually politically motivated armed force that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guerrilla",1,1,1,1 ], "combats stronger regular forces, such as the army or police" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guerrilla",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object)(when intr|, often foll| by at or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,1 ], "about)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,2 ], "based on insufficient information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,2 ], "to form or express an uncertain estimate or conclusion (about something)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,3 ], "to arrive at a correct estimate of (something) by guessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,4 ], "to believe, think, or suppose (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,5 ], "anyone's guess| something difficult to predict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,1,6 ], "keep a person guessing| to let a person remain in a state of uncertainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,2,1 ], "an estimate or conclusion arrived at by guessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guess",1,2,2 ], "the act of guessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guesstimate",1,1,1 ], "an estimate calculated mainly or only by guesswork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guesstimate",1,2,1 ], "to form a guesstimate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guesswork",1,1,1 ], "a set of conclusions, estimates, etc|, arrived at by guessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guesswork",1,1,2 ], "the process of making guesses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest rope",1,1,1 ], "any line sent or trailed over the side of a vessel as a convenience for boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest rope",1,1,1 ], "drawing alongside, as an aid in warping or towing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,1 ], "a person who is entertained, taken out to eat, etc|, and paid for by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who receives hospitality at the home of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who receives the hospitality of a government, establishment, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,1,1 ], "an actor, contestant, entertainer, etc|, taking part as a visitor in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,1,1 ], "organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,1,1 ], "programme in which there are also regular participants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,2 ], "a patron of a hotel, boarding house, restaurant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,3 ], "a nontechnical name for inquiline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,1,4 ], "be my guest| Informal| do as you like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guest",1,2,1 ], "(in theatre and broadcasting) to be a guest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guesthouse",1,1,1 ], "a private home or boarding house offering accommodation, esp| to travellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guff",1,1,1 ], "ridiculous or insolent talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guffaw",1,1,1 ], "a crude and boisterous laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guffaw",1,2,1 ], "to laugh crudely and boisterously or express (something) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidance",1,1,1 ], "leadership, instruction, or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidance",1,1,1,1 ], "counselling or advice on educational, vocational, or psychological matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidance",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidance",1,1,2 ], "something that guides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidance",1,1,3 ], "any process by which the flight path of a missile is controlled in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide rope",1,1,1 ], "a stay or rope attached to another rope that is lifting a load, either to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide rope",1,1,1 ], "steady the load or guide the rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guide rope",1,1,2 ], "another name for dragrope ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,1,1 ], "to lead the way for (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,1,2 ], "action; steer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,1,2 ], "to control the movement or course of (an animal, vehicle, etc|) by physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,1,3 ], "to supervise or instruct (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,2,1 ], "to direct the affairs of (a person, company, nation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,3,1 ], "to advise or influence (a person) in his standards or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or thing that guides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,2 ], "a person, usually paid, who conducts tour expeditions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,3 ], "a model or criterion, as in moral standards or accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,4 ], "a handbook with information for visitors to a place, as a foreign country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,5 ], "a book that instructs or explains the fundamentals of a subject or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,6 ], "a mark used to direct the reader's eye to a place on a page of printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,7 ], "any device that directs the motion of a tool or machine part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,7,1 ], "a mark, sign, etc|, that points the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,7,2 ], "guidepost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,8 ], "a spirit believed to influence a medium so as to direct what he utters and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,8 ], "convey messages through him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,9 ], "a ship in a formation used as a reference for manoeuvres, esp| with relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,9 ], "to maintaining the correct formation and disposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,9,2 ], "Military| a soldier stationed to one side of a column or line to regulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guide",1,4,9,2 ], "alignment, show the way, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guided missile",1,1,1 ], "a missile, esp| one that is rocket-propelled, having a flight path controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guided missile",1,1,1 ], "devices" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guided missile",1,1,1 ], "during flight either by radio signals or by internal preset or self-actuating homing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guideline",1,1,1 ], "a principle put forward to set standards or determine a course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guideline",1,1,2 ], "a lightly marked line used to facilitate the alignment of letters, drawings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guideline",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guidepost",1,1,1 ], "a sign on a post by a road indicating directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidepost",1,1,2 ], "a principle or guideline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidon",1,1,1 ], "a small pennant, used as a marker or standard, esp| by cavalry regiments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guidon",1,1,2 ], "the man or vehicle that carries this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guild socialism",1,1,1 ], "a form of socialism advocated in Britain in the early 20th century| Industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guild socialism",1,1,1 ], "guilds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guild socialism",1,1,1 ], "was to be owned by the state but managed and controlled by worker-controlled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guild",1,1,1 ], "an organization, club, or fellowship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guild",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in medieval Europe) an association of men sharing the same interests," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guild",1,1,2 ], "craft standards or pursue some other purpose such as communal worship" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guild",1,1,2 ], "such as merchants or artisans: formed for mutual aid and protection and to maintain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guild",1,1,3 ], "a group of plants, such as a group of epiphytes, that share certain habits or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guild",1,1,3 ], "characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guilder",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of the Netherlands, divided into 100 cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilder",1,1,2 ], "into 100 cents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guilder",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of the Netherlands Antilles and Surinam, divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilder",1,1,3 ], "Netherlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guilder",1,1,3 ], "any of various former gold or silver coins of Germany, Austria, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guildhall",1,1,1,1 ], "the hall of a guild or corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guildhall",1,1,1,2 ], "a town hall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guildhall",1,1,2 ], "the meeting place of a medieval guild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guildsman" ,1, 1, 1],"a member of a guild",1). c_DEF([ "guile",1,1,1 ], "clever or crafty character or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guileless",1,1,1 ], "free from guile; ingenuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillemot",1,1,1 ], "Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guillemot",1,1,1 ], "any northern oceanic diving bird of the genera Uria and Cepphus, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillemot",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white plumage and long narrow bill: family Alcidae (auks, etc|), order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guilloche",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental band or border with a repeating pattern of two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilloche",1,1,1 ], "interwoven wavy lines, as in architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,1,1 ], "a device for beheading persons, consisting of a weighted blade set between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,1,1 ], "upright posts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,1,2 ], "the guillotine| execution by this instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,2 ], "a device for cutting or trimming sheet material, such as paper or sheet metal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,2 ], "consisting of a long rigid blade that descends onto the sheet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,3 ], "a surgical instrument for removing tonsils, growths in the throat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,4 ], "a form of closure under which a bill is divided into compartments, groups of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,1,4 ], "which must be completely dealt with each day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,3,1 ], "to behead (a person) by guillotine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,3,2 ], "(in Parliament, etc|) to limit debate on (a bill, motion, etc|) by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guillotine",1,3,2 ], "guillotine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guilt",1,1,1 ], "the fact or state of having done wrong or committed an offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilt",1,1,2 ], "penalty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guilt",1,1,2 ], "responsibility for a criminal or moral offence deserving punishment or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilt",1,1,3 ], "or offence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guilt",1,1,3 ], "remorse or self-reproach caused by feeling that one is responsible for a wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilt",1,1,4 ], "sin or crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guiltless",1,1,1 ], "free of all responsibility for wrongdoing or crime; innocent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilty",1,1,1 ], "guiltier, guiltiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilty",1,1,2 ], "responsible for an offence or misdeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilty",1,1,3 ], "having committed an offence or adjudged to have done so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilty",1,1,4 ], "plead guilty| Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilty",1,1,5 ], "(of a person charged with an offence) to admit responsibility for; confess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guilty",1,1,6 ], "of, showing, or characterized by guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guimpe",1,1,1 ], "a short blouse with sleeves worn under a pinafore dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guimpe",1,1,2 ], "a fill-in for a low-cut dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guimpe",1,1,3 ], "a piece of starched cloth covering the chest and shoulders of a nun's habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea fowl",1,1,1 ], "Africa and SW Asia, having a dark plumage mottled with white, a naked head and neck," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guinea fowl",1,1,1 ], "and a heavy rounded body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guinea fowl",1,1,1 ], "any gallinaceous bird, esp| Numida meleagris, of the family Numididae of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea grains",1,1,1 ], "another name for grains of paradise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea hen",1,1,1 ], "a guinea fowl, esp| a female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea pig",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated cavy, probably descended from Cavia porcellus, commonly kept as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea pig",1,1,1 ], "a pet and used in scientific experiments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guinea pig",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing used for experimentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea",1,1,1,1 ], "a British gold coin taken out of circulation in 1813, worth 21 shillings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea",1,1,1,2 ], "professional fees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guinea",1,1,1,2 ], "the sum of 21 shillings (1|05), still used in some contexts, as in quoting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea",1,1,2 ], "slang, derogatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guinea",1,1,3 ], "an Italian or a person of Italian descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guipure",1,1,1 ], "any of many types of heavy lace that have their pattern connected by brides," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guipure",1,1,1 ], "rather than supported on a net mesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guipure",1,1,2 ], "a heavy corded trimming; gimp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guise",1,1,1 ], "semblance or pretence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guise",1,1,2 ], "external appearance in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guise",1,1,3 ], "manner or style of dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guise",1,1,4 ], "customary behaviour or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guise",1,2,1 ], "to disguise or be disguised in fancy dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guise",1,3,1 ], "to dress or dress up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guitar",1,1,1 ], "a plucked stringed instrument originating in Spain, usually having six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guitar",1,1,1 ], "and a fretted fingerboard| Range: more than three octaves upwards from E on the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "guitar",1,1,1 ], "first leger line below the bass staff" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "guitar",1,1,1 ], "strings, a flat sounding board with a circular sound hole in the centre, a flat back," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guitarfish",1,1,1 ], "any marine sharklike ray of the family Rhinobatidae, having a guitar-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guitarfish",1,1,1 ], "body with a stout tail and occurring at the bottom of the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or situated in the throat or oesophagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulch",1,1,1 ], "a narrow ravine cut by a fast stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulden",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of guilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gules",1,2,1 ], "red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulf",1,1,1 ], "a large deep bay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulf",1,1,2 ], "a deep chasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulf",1,1,3 ], "something that divides or separates, such as a lack of understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulf",1,1,4 ], "something that engulfs, such as a whirlpool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulf",1,2,1 ], "to swallow up; engulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulfweed",1,1,1 ], "Stream" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gulfweed",1,1,1 ], "any brown seaweed of the genus Sargassum, esp| S| bacciferum, having air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulfweed",1,1,1 ], "bladders and forming dense floating masses in tropical Atlantic waters, esp| the Gulf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gull",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the genus Larus and related genera, such as L| canus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gull",1,1,1 ], "having long pointed wings, short legs, and a mostly white plumage: family Laridae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gull",1,1,1 ], "order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gull",2,1,1 ], "a person who is easily fooled or cheated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gull",2,2,1 ], "to fool, cheat, or hoax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gull-wing",1,1,1 ], "(of a car door) opening upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gull-wing",1,1,2 ], "(of an aircraft wing) having a short upward-sloping inner section and a longer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gull-wing",1,1,2 ], "horizontal outer section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gullet",1,1,1 ], "a less formal name for the oesophagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gullet",1,1,2 ], "the throat or pharynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gullet",1,1,3 ], "a preliminary cut in excavating, wide enough to take the vehicle that removes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gullet",1,1,3 ], "the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gullible",1,1,1 ], "easily taken in or tricked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gully" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a fielding position between the slips and point",1). c_DEF([ "gully" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a fielder in this position",1). c_DEF([ "gully" ,1, 1, 1],"a channel or small valley, esp| one cut by heavy rainwater",1). c_DEF([ "gully" ,1, 1, 2],"either of the two channels at the side of a tenpin bowling lane",1). c_DEF([ "gully" ,1, 1, 3],"dialect",1). c_DEF([ "gully" ,1, 1, 4],"a path between fences or walls",1). c_DEF([ "gully" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to make (channels) in (the ground, sand, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "gully",2,1,1 ], "a large knife, such as a butcher's knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulosity",1,1,1 ], "greed or gluttony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulp",1,1,1 ], "to swallow rapidly, esp| in large mouthfuls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulp",1,2,1 ], "to stifle or choke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulp",1,3,1 ], "surprise, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gulp",1,3,1 ], "to swallow air convulsively, as while drinking, because of nervousness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulp",1,4,1 ], "to make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulp",1,5,1 ], "the act of gulping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulp",1,5,2 ], "the quantity taken in a gulp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulper eel",1,1,1 ], "any deep-sea eel-like fish of the genera Eurypharynx and Saccopharynx and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gulper eel",1,1,1 ], "order Lyomeri, having the ability to swallow large prey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gum accroides",1,1,1 ], "another name for acaroid gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum ammoniac",1,1,1 ], "another name for ammoniac'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum arabic",1,1,1 ], "a gum exuded by certain acacia trees, esp| Acacia senegal: used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum arabic",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of ink, food thickeners, pills, emulsifiers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gum benzoin",1,1,1 ], "another name for benzoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum elastic",1,1,1 ], "another name for rubber ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum elemi",1,1,1 ], "another name for elemi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum nut",1,1,1 ], "the hardened seed container of the gum tree Eucalyptus gummifera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum plant",1,1,1 ], "any of several American yellow-flowered plants of the genus Grindelia, esp| G|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum plant",1,1,1 ], "robusta, that have sticky flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gum resin",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of resin and gum obtained from various plants and trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum up",1,1,1 ], "to cover, dab, or stiffen with gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum up",1,1,2 ], "to make a mess of; bungle (often in the phrase gum up the works)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various sticky substances that exude from certain plants, hardening on",1). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 1, 1],"exposure to air and dissolving or forming viscous masses in water",2). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various products, such as adhesives, that are made from such exudates",1). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 1, 3],"any sticky substance used as an adhesive; mucilage; glue",1). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 1, 4],"a gumdrop",1). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 2, 1],"to cover or become covered, clogged, or stiffened with or as if with gum",1). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to stick together or in place with gum",1). c_DEF([ "gum" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) to emit or form gum|~",1). c_DEF([ "gum",2,1,1 ], "Technical name: gingiva" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gum",2,1,1 ], "the fleshy tissue that covers the jaw bones around the bases of the teeth|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gum",3,1,1 ], "used in the mild oath by gum!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumbo",1,1,1 ], "the mucilaginous pods of okra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumbo",1,1,2 ], "another name for okra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumbo",1,1,3 ], "a soup or stew thickened with okra pods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumbo",1,1,4 ], "a fine soil in the W prairies that becomes muddy when wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumboil",1,1,1 ], "an abscess on the gums, often at the root of a decayed tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumboots",1,1,1 ], "another name for Wellington boots ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumbotil",1,1,1 ], "a sticky clay formed by the weathering of glacial drift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumdrop",1,1,1 ], "a small jelly-like sweet containing gum arabic and various colourings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumdrop",1,1,1 ], "flavourings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gumma",1,1,1 ], "a rubbery tumour characteristic of advanced syphilis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummite",1,1,1 ], "an orange or yellowish amorphous secondary mineral consisting of hydrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummite",1,1,1 ], "uranium oxides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gummosis",1,1,1 ], "as a result of wounding, infection, adverse weather conditions, severe pruning," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gummosis",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gummosis",1,1,1 ], "the abnormal production of excessive gum in certain trees, esp| fruit trees," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummous",1,1,1 ], "resembling or consisting of gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummy" ,2, 3, 2],"teeth",2). c_DEF([ "gummy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummy",1,1,2 ], "sticky or tacky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummy",1,1,3 ], "consisting of, coated with, or clogged by gum or a similar substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummy",1,1,4 ], "producing gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummy",2,1,1 ], "toothless; not showing one's teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummy",2,2,1 ], "mies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gummy",2,2,2 ], "a small crustacean-eating shark, Mustelus antarticus, with flat crushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumption",1,1,1 ], "common sense or resourcefulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumption",1,1,2 ], "initiative or courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumshield",1,1,1 ], "a plate or strip of soft waxy substance used by boxers to protect the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumshield",1,1,1 ], "and gums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gumshoe" ,1, 1, 1],"a waterproof overshoe",1). c_DEF([ "gumshoe" ,1, 1, 2],"a detective or one who moves about stealthily",1). c_DEF([ "gumshoe" ,1, 1, 3],"a stealthy action or movement",1). c_DEF([ "gumshoe" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) U|S| slang",1). c_DEF([ "gumshoe" ,1, 2, 2],"to act stealthily",1). c_DEF([ "gumtree",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees that yield gum, such as the eucalyptus, sweet gum, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumtree",1,1,1 ], "sour gum| Sometimes shortened to gum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gumtree",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gumtree",1,1,3 ], "up a gumtree| Slang| in a very awkward position; in difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun carriage",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical frame on which a gun is mounted for adjustment and firing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun dog",1,1,1 ], "a dog trained to work with a hunter or gamekeeper, esp| in retrieving," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun dog",1,1,1 ], "pointing at, or flushing game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gun dog",1,1,2 ], "a dog belonging to any breed adapted to these activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun for",1,1,1 ], "to search for in order to reprimand, punish, or kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun for",1,1,2 ], "to try earnestly for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun moll",1,1,1 ], "a female criminal or a woman who associates with criminals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun room",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Royal Navy) the mess allocated to subordinate or junior officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun room",1,1,2 ], "a room where guns are stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a weapon with a metallic tube or barrel from which a missile is discharged,",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"usually by force of an explosion| It may be portable or mounted",2). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 10],"spike someone's guns| to hinder or obstruct someone",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 11],"spite of opposition",2). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 11],"stick to one's guns| Informal| to maintain one's opinions or intentions in",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 2],"the firing of a gun as a salute or signal, as in military ceremonial",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 3],"a member of or a place in a shooting party or syndicate",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 4],"any device used to project something under pressure",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"an expert",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 5],"an armed criminal; gunman",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"an important or influential person",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"a high-ranking officer",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 6],"big gun| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 7],"give it the gun| Slang| to increase speed, effort, etc|, to a considerable or",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 7],"maximum degree",2). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 8],"go great guns| Slang| to act or function with great speed, intensity, etc",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"(of a runner, etc|) to set off before the starting signal is given",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"Informal| to act prematurely",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 1, 9],"jump or beat the gun",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 2, 1],"(when tr|, often foll| by down) to shoot (someone) with a gun",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to press hard on the accelerator of (an engine)",1). c_DEF([ "gun" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) to hunt with a gun|~",1). c_DEF([ "gun-shy",1,1,1 ], "afraid of a gun or the sound it makes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunboat diplomacy",1,1,1 ], "against a militarily weak state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunboat diplomacy",1,1,1 ], "diplomacy conducted by threats of military intervention, esp| by a major power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunboat",1,1,1 ], "a small shallow-draft vessel carrying mounted guns and used by coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunboat",1,1,1 ], "patrols, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guncotton",1,1,1 ], "cellulose nitrate containing a relatively large amount of nitrogen: used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guncotton",1,1,1 ], "explosive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunfight",1,1,1 ], "a fight between persons using firearms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunfire",1,1,1 ], "the firing of one or more guns, esp| when done repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunfire",1,1,2 ], "the use of firearms, as contrasted with other military tactics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunflint",1,1,1 ], "a piece of flint in a flintlock's hammer used to strike the spark that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunflint",1,1,1 ], "ignites the charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gung ho",1,1,1 ], "excessively or foolishly enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunge",1,1,1 ], "sticky, rubbery, or congealed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunge",1,2,1 ], "to block or encrust with gunge; clog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunk",1,1,1 ], "slimy, oily, or filthy matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunlock",1,1,1 ], "the mechanism in some firearms that causes the charge to be exploded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunman",1,1,1 ], "a man who is armed with a gun, esp| unlawfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunman",1,1,2 ], "a man who is skilled with a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunman",1,1,3 ], "a person who makes, repairs, or has expert knowledge of guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunmetal",1,1,1 ], "a type of bronze containing copper (88 per cent), tin (8-10 per cent), and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunmetal",1,1,1 ], "by sea water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gunmetal",1,1,1 ], "zinc (2-4 per cent): used for parts that are subject to wear or to corrosion, esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunmetal",1,1,2 ], "any of various dark grey metals used for toys, belt buckles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunmetal",1,1,3 ], "a dark grey colour with a purplish or bluish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunned",1,1,1,1 ], "having a gun or guns as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunnel",1,1,1 ], "any eel-like blennioid fish of the family Pholidae, occurring in coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunnel",1,1,1 ], "regions of northern seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunnel",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gunwale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunner",1,1,1 ], "a serviceman who works with, uses, or specializes in guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunner",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a warrant officer responsible for the training of gun crews, their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunner",1,1,2 ], "performance in action, and accounting for ammunition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunner",1,1,3 ], "(in the British Army) an artilleryman, esp| a private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunner",1,1,4 ], "a person who hunts with a rifle or shotgun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunnery",1,1,1 ], "artillery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunnery",1,1,1 ], "the art and science of the efficient design and use of ordnance, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunnery",1,1,2 ], "guns collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunnery",1,1,3 ], "the use and firing of guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunnery",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or concerned with heavy guns, as in warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunning",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of shooting with guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunning",1,1,2 ], "the art, practice, or act of hunting game with guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunny",1,1,1 ], "a coarse hard-wearing fabric usually made from jute and used for sacks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunny",1,1,2 ], "a sack made from this fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunpaper",1,1,1 ], "a cellulose nitrate explosive made by treating paper with nitric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunplay",1,1,1 ], "the use of firearms, as by criminals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunpoint",1,1,1 ], "the muzzle of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunpoint",1,1,2 ], "at gunpoint| being under or using the threat of being shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunpowder tea",1,1,1 ], "a fine variety of green tea, each leaf of which is rolled into a pellet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunpowder",1,1,1 ], "an explosive mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulphur (typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunpowder",1,1,1 ], "proportions are 75:15:10): used in time fuses and in fireworks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunrunning",1,1,1 ], "the smuggling of guns and ammunition or other weapons of war into a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the lower part of the alimentary canal; intestine",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the entire alimentary canal",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 2],"the bowels or entrails, esp| of an animal",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 3],"a silky fibrous substance extracted from silkworms, used in the manufacture of",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 3],"fishing tackle",2). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 4],"a narrow channel or passage",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 5],"courage, willpower, or daring; forcefulness",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 6],"the essential part",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 7],"hate a person's guts| Informal| to dislike a person very strongly",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 1, 8],"sweat or work one's guts out|to work very hard",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 3, 1],"to remove the entrails from (fish, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 3, 2],"(esp| of fire) to destroy the inside of (a building)",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 3, 3],"to plunder; despoil",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 3, 4],"to take out the central points of (an article, etc|), esp| in summary form",1). c_DEF([ "guns" ,1, 4, 1],"arising from or characterized by what is basic, essential, or natural",1). c_DEF([ "gunsel",1,1,1 ], "a catamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunsel",1,1,2 ], "a stupid or inexperienced person, esp| a youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunsel",1,1,3 ], "a criminal who carries a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunshot",1,1,1,1 ], "shot fired from a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunshot",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunshot",1,1,2 ], "the range of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunshot",1,1,3 ], "the shooting of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunslinger",1,1,1 ], "a gunfighter or gunman, esp| in the Old West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunsmith",1,1,1 ], "a person who manufactures or repairs firearms, esp| portable guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunstock",1,1,1 ], "rifle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gunstock",1,1,1 ], "the wooden or metallic handle or support to which is attached the barrel of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunter rig",1,1,1 ], "a type of gaffing in which the gaff is hoisted parallel to the mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunwale",1,1,1 ], "the top of the side of a boat or the topmost plank of a wooden vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gunyah",1,1,1 ], "a bush hut or shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guppy",1,1,1 ], "a small brightly coloured freshwater viviparous cyprinodont fish, Lebistes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guppy",1,1,1 ], "reticulatus, of N South America and the West Indies: a popular aquarium fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gurdwara",1,1,1 ], "a Sikh place of worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurgitation",1,1,1 ], "surging or swirling motion, esp| of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurgle",1,1,1 ], "(of liquids, esp| of rivers, streams, etc|) to make low bubbling noises when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurgle",1,1,1 ], "flowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gurgle",1,1,2 ], "to utter low throaty bubbling noises, esp| as a sign of contentment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurgle",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of gurgling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurglet",1,1,1 ], "another word for goglet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurjun",1,1,1 ], "Dipterocarpus that yield a resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gurjun",1,1,1 ], "any of several S or SE Asian dipterocarpaceous trees of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurjun",1,1,2 ], "the resin from any of these trees, used as a varnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurnard",1,1,1 ], "any European marine scorpaenoid fish of the family Triglidae, such as Trigla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gurnard",1,1,1 ], "lucerna , having a heavily armoured head and finger-like pectoral fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guru",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu or Sikh religious teacher or leader, giving personal spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guru",1,1,1 ], "guidance to his disciples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guru",1,1,2 ], "a leader or chief theoretician of a movement, esp| a spiritual or religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guru",1,1,2 ], "cult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gush",1,1,1 ], "rushing sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gush",1,1,1 ], "to pour out or cause to pour out suddenly and profusely, usually with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gush",1,1,2 ], "to act or utter in an overeffusive, affected, or sentimental manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gush",1,2,1 ], "a sudden copious flow or emission, esp| of liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gush",1,2,2 ], "something that flows out or is emitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gush",1,2,3 ], "an extravagant and insincere expression of admiration, sentiment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusher",1,1,1 ], "a person who gushes, as in being unusually effusive or sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusher",1,1,2 ], "something, such as a spurting oil well, that gushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gushy",1,1,1 ], "gushier, gushiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gushy",1,1,2 ], "displaying excessive admiration or sentimentality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusset",1,1,1 ], "an inset piece of material used esp| to strengthen or enlarge a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusset",1,1,2 ], "a triangular metal plate for strengthening a corner joist between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusset",1,1,2 ], "structural members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gusset",1,1,3 ], "a piece of mail fitted between armour plates or into the leather or cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusset",1,1,3 ], "underclothes worn with armour, to give added protection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gusset",1,2,1 ], "to put a gusset in (a garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gust",1,1,1 ], "a sudden blast of wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gust",1,1,2 ], "a sudden rush of smoke, sound, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gust",1,1,3 ], "an outburst of emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gustation",1,1,1 ], "the act of tasting or the faculty of taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusto",1,1,1 ], "vigorous enjoyment, zest, or relish, esp| in the performance of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusty",1,1,1 ], "gustier, gustiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusty",1,1,2 ], "blowing or occurring in gusts or characterized by blustery weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gusty",1,1,3 ], "given to sudden outbursts, as of emotion or temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutbucket",1,1,1 ], "a highly emotional style of jazz playing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutless",1,1,1 ], "lacking courage or determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutser",1,1,1 ], "Austral| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutser",1,1,2 ], "to fall heavily to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutser",1,1,3 ], "to fail through error or misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutsy",1,1,1 ], "gutsier, gutsiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutsy",1,1,2 ], "gluttonous; greedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutsy",1,1,3 ], "full of courage, determination, or boldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutta",1,1,1 ], "Doric entablature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gutta",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of small droplike ornaments, esp| as used on the architrave of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutta",1,1,2 ], "(formerly used in writing prescriptions) a technical name for drop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutta-percha",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical trees of the sapotaceous genera Palaquium and Payena," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutta-percha",1,1,1 ], "esp| Palaquium gutta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gutta-percha",1,1,2 ], "a whitish rubber substance derived from the coagulated milky latex of any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutta-percha",1,1,2 ], "these trees: used in electrical insulation, waterproofing and dentistry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guttate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plants) covered with small drops or droplike markings, esp| oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttate",1,1,1 ], "glands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guttate",1,1,2 ], "resembling a drop or drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter press",1,1,1 ], "the section of the popular press that seeks sensationalism in its coverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,1 ], "a channel along the eaves or on the roof of a building, used to collect and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,1 ], "carry away rainwater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,2 ], "a channel running along the kerb or the centre of a road to collect and carry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,2 ], "away rainwater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,3 ], "either of the two channels running parallel to a tenpin bowling lane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,3,1 ], "the space between two pages in a forme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,3,2 ], "the white space between the facing pages of an open book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,4 ], "the space left between stamps on a sheet in order to separate them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,1,5 ], "the gutter| Informal| a poverty-stricken, degraded, or criminal environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,2,1 ], "to make gutters in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutter",1,3,1 ], "to flow in a stream or rivulet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttering",1,1,1 ], "the gutters, downpipes, etc|, that make up the rainwater disposal system on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttering",1,1,1 ], "the outside of a building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guttering",1,1,2 ], "the materials used in this system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttersnipe",1,1,1 ], "a child who spends most of his time in the streets, esp| in a slum area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttersnipe",1,1,2 ], "a person regarded as having the behaviour, morals, etc|, of one brought up in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttersnipe",1,1,2 ], "squalor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guttural",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttural",1,1,2 ], "pronounced in the throat or the back of the mouth; velar or uvular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttural",1,1,3 ], "raucous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guttural",1,2,1 ], "a guttural consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutturalize",1,1,1 ], "or pharyngeal constriction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gutturalize",1,1,1 ], "to change into a guttural speech sound or pronounce with guttural articulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutturalize",1,1,2 ], "to speak or utter in harsh raucous tones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gutty",1,1,1 ], "an urchin or delinquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guv",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guy",1,1,1 ], "a man or youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guy",1,1,2 ], "a crude effigy of Guy Fawkes, usually made of old clothes stuffed with straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guy",1,1,2 ], "or rags, that is burnt on top of a bonfire on Guy Fawkes Day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guy",1,1,3 ], "a person in shabby or ludicrously odd clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guy",1,2,1 ], "to make fun of; ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guy",2,1,1 ], "a rope, chain, wire, etc|, for anchoring an object, such as a radio mast, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guy",2,1,1 ], "position or for steadying or guiding it while being hoisted or lowered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guy",2,2,1 ], "to anchor, steady, or guide with a guy or guys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guyot",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Pacific Ocean) a flat-topped submarine mountain, probably of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "guyot",1,1,1 ], "volcanic origin, rising to within half a mile of the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "guzzle",1,1,1 ], "to consume (food or drink) excessively or greedily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gwyniad",1,1,1 ], "a freshwater whitefish, Coregonus pennantii, occurring in Lake Bala in Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gybe",1,1,1 ], "(of a fore-and-aft sail) to shift suddenly from one side of the vessel to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gybe",1,1,1 ], "leech" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gybe",1,1,1 ], "other when running before the wind, as the result of allowing the wind to catch the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gybe",1,1,2 ], "gybing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gybe",1,1,2 ], "to cause (a sailing vessel) to gybe or (of a sailing vessel) to undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gybe",1,2,1 ], "an instance of gybing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gym shoe",1,1,1 ], "another name for plimsoll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gym",1,1,1 ], "short for gymnasium, gymnastics, gymnastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymkhana",1,1,1 ], "an event in which horses and riders display skill and aptitude in various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymkhana",1,1,1 ], "races and contests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gymkhana",1,1,2 ], "the place where this event is held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnasiarch",1,1,1 ], "the magistrate responsible for education in numerous Hellenistic cities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnasiast",1,1,1 ], "a student in a gymnasium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnasium",1,1,1 ], "a large room or hall equipped with bars, weights, ropes, etc|, for games or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnasium",1,1,1 ], "physical training" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gymnasium",1,1,2 ], "(in various European countries) a secondary school that prepares pupils for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnasium",1,1,2 ], "university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gymnast",1,1,1 ], "a person who is skilled or trained in gymnastics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnastic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, like, or involving gymnastics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnastics",1,1,1 ], "or mental capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gymnastics",1,1,1 ], "practice or training in exercises that develop physical strength and agility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnastics",1,1,2 ], "gymnastic exercises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymno-",1,1,1 ], "naked, bare, or exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnosophist",1,1,1 ], "detrimental to purity of thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gymnosophist",1,1,1 ], "one of a sect of naked Indian ascetics who regarded food or clothing as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnosperm",1,1,1 ], "any conifer or related plant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gymnosperm",1,1,1 ], "any seed-bearing plant of the division Gymnospermae, in which the ovules are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gymnosperm",1,1,1 ], "borne naked on the surface of the megasporophylls, which are often arranged in cones;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gymslip",1,1,1 ], "a tunic or pinafore dress worn by schoolgirls, often part of a school uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyn-",1,1,1 ], "variant of gyno- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaeceum",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece and Rome) the inner section of a house, used as women's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaeceum",1,1,1 ], "quarters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gynaeceum",1,1,2 ], "(d#fa$I!ni$:s$I@, ga$I-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaeceum",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of gynoecium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaeco-",1,1,1 ], "relating to women; female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaecocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by women or by a single woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaecoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling, relating to, or like a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaecology" ,1, 1, 1],"genitourinary tract",2). c_DEF([ "gynaecology" ,1, 1, 1],"the branch of medicine concerned with diseases in women, esp| those of the",1). c_DEF([ "gynaecol|",1,1,1 ], "gynaecological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaecol|",1,1,2 ], "gynaecology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynaecomastia",1,1,1 ], "abnormal overdevelopment of the breasts in a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynandromorph",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal organism, esp| an insect, that has both male and female physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynandromorph",1,1,1 ], "characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gynandrous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers such as the orchid) having the stamens and styles united in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynandrous",1,1,1 ], "column" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gynandrous",1,1,2 ], "hermaphroditic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynarchy",1,1,1 ], "another word for gynaecocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynecium",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of gynoecium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyneco-",1,1,1 ], "a variant (esp| U|S|) of gynaeco-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyniatrics",1,1,1 ], "less common words for gynaecology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyno-",1,1,1 ], "relating to women; female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyno-",1,1,2 ], "denoting a female reproductive organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynoecium",1,1,1 ], "the carpels of a flowering plant collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynophore",1,1,1 ], "a stalk in some plants that bears the gynoecium above the level of the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gynophore",1,1,1 ], "flower parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gyn|",1,1,1 ], "gynaecological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyn|",1,1,2 ], "gynaecology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyp",1,1,1 ], "to swindle, cheat, or defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyp",1,2,1 ], "an act of cheating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyp",1,2,2 ], "a person who gyps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyp",2,1,1 ], "severe pain; torture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gypsophila",1,1,1 ], "any caryophyllaceous plant of the Mediterranean genus Gypsophila, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gypsophila",1,1,1 ], "baby's-breath, having small white or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gypsum",1,1,1 ], "a colourless, white, or tinted mineral consisting of hydrated calcium sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gypsum",1,1,1 ], "in monoclinic crystalline form: occurs in sedimentary rocks and clay and is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gypsum",1,1,1 ], "principally in making plasters and cements, esp| plaster of Paris| Formula: CaSO4|2H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gypsy moth",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gipsy moth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyral",1,1,1 ], "having a circular, spiral, or rotating motion; gyratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyral",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a convolution (gyrus) of the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrate",1,1,1 ], "(d#f$I!re$It, d#fa$I-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrate",1,2,1 ], "to rotate or spiral, esp| about a fixed point or axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrate",1,3,1 ], "curved or coiled into a circle; circinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyration",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of gyrating; rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyration",1,1,2 ], "any one of the whorls of a spiral-shaped shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyre",1,1,1 ], "a circular or spiral movement or path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyre",1,1,2 ], "a ring, circle, or spiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyre",1,2,1 ], "to whirl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrfalcon",1,1,1 ], "a very large rare falcon, Falco rusticolus, of northern and arctic regions:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrfalcon",1,1,1 ], "often used for hunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gyro horizon",1,1,1 ], "another name for artificial horizon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating rotating or gyrating motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating a spiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyro-",1,1,3 ], "indicating a gyroscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrocompass",1,1,1 ], "a nonmagnetic compass that uses a motor-driven gyroscope to indicate true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrocompass",1,1,1 ], "north| Sometimes shortened to gyro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gyromagnetic ratio",1,1,1 ], "electron, to its angular momentum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gyromagnetic ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the magnetic moment of a rotating charged particle, such as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyromagnetic",1,1,1 ], "of or caused by magnetic properties resulting from the spin of a charged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyromagnetic",1,1,1 ], "particle, such as an electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gyron",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of giron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyronny",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gironny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyroplane",1,1,1 ], "another name for autogiro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyroscope",1,1,1 ], "a device containing a disc rotating on an axis that can turn freely in any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyroscope",1,1,1 ], "direction so that the disc resists the action of an applied couple and tends to maintain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "gyroscope",1,1,1 ], "structure| Sometimes shortened to gyro" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "gyroscope",1,1,1 ], "the same orientation in space irrespective of the movement of the surrounding" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "gyrose",1,1,1 ], "marked with sinuous lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrostabilizer",1,1,1 ], "a gyroscopic device used to stabilize the rolling motion of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrostatic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with the gyroscope or with gyrostatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrostatics",1,1,1 ], "the science of rotating bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyrus",1,1,1 ], "another name for convolution ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyve",1,1,1 ], "to shackle or fetter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "gyve",1,2,1 ], "fetters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "g|u|",1,1,1 ], "genitourinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "g|v|",1,1,1 ], "gravimetric volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h" ,1, 1, 1],"6or Hs",1). c_DEF([ "h" ,1, 1, 2],"the eighth letter and sixth consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "h" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually a voiceless",1). c_DEF([ "h" ,1, 1, 3],"glottal fricative, as in hat",2). c_DEF([ "h" ,1, 1, 4],"a",1). c_DEF([ "h" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"(in combination): an H-beam",1). c_DEF([ "h" ,1, 1, 5],"something shaped like an H",1). c_DEF([ "h",1,1,1 ], "Planck constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h",1,1,2 ], "hecto-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h'm",1,1,1 ], "used to indicate hesitation, doubt, assent, pleasure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation expressing derision, triumph, surprise, etc|, according to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha",1,1,1 ], "intonation of the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ha",1,1,2 ], "a representation of the sound of laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha'p'orth",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of halfpennyworth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha'penny",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of halfpenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",1,1,1 ], "a representation of the sound of laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",1,1,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the sound of a laugh or laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",1,1,2 ], "an exclamation expressing derision, mockery, surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",1,1,2 ], "an exclamation expressing derision, mockery, surprise, etc|, according to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",1,1,2 ], "intonation of the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",1,2,1 ], "a joke, esp| a weak or unsuccessful one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",2,1,1 ], "a sunken fence bordering a garden or park, that allows uninterrupted views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",2,1,1 ], "a sunken fence consisting of a ditch, one side of which is in the form of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",2,1,1 ], "from within" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ha-ha",2,1,1 ], "hedge or wall with the top approximately at normal ground level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haaf",1,1,1 ], "a deep-sea fishing ground off the Shetland and Orkney Islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haar",1,1,1 ], "a cold sea mist or fog off the North Sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habanera",1,1,1 ], "a slow Cuban dance in duple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habanera",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habeas corpus",1,1,1 ], "a writ ordering a person to be brought before a court or judge, esp| so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habeas corpus",1,1,1 ], "the court may ascertain whether his detention is lawful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haberdasher",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in small articles for sewing, such as buttons, zips, and ribbons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haberdasher",1,1,2 ], "a men's outfitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haberdashery",1,1,1 ], "the goods or business kept by a haberdasher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habergeon",1,1,1 ], "a light sleeveless coat of mail worn in the 14th century under the plated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habergeon",1,1,1 ], "hauberk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "habile",1,1,1 ], "skilful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habile",1,1,2 ], "fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habiliment",1,1,1 ], "dress or attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habilitate",1,1,1 ], "to equip and finance (a mine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habilitate",1,2,1 ], "to qualify for office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habilitate",1,2,2 ], "to clothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,1 ], "a tendency or disposition to act in a particular way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,2 ], "established custom, usual practice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,3 ], "a learned behavioural response that has become associated with a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,3 ], "situation, esp| one frequently repeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,4 ], "mental disposition or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,4,1 ], "a practice or substance to which a person is addicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,4,2 ], "the state of being dependent on something, esp| a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,5 ], "animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,5 ], "the method of growth, type of existence, or general appearance of a plant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,6 ], "costume of a nun or monk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,6 ], "the customary apparel of a particular occupation, rank, etc|, now esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,7 ], "a woman's riding dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,1,8 ], "short for crystal habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,2,1 ], "to clothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit",1,2,2 ], "an archaic word for inhabit or habituate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habit-forming",1,1,1 ], "(of an activity, indulgence, etc|) tending to become a habit or addiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitable",1,1,1 ], "able to be lived in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitant",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for inhabitant|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitant",1,1,1,1 ], "one of the original French settlers in Canada or Louisiana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitant",1,1,1,2 ], "a descendant of these settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitat",1,1,1 ], "the natural home of an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitat",1,1,2 ], "the place in which a person, group, class, etc|, is normally found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitation",1,1,1 ], "a dwelling place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitation",1,1,2 ], "occupation of a dwelling place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habited",1,1,1 ], "dressed in a habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habited",1,1,2 ], "clothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitual",1,1,1 ], "done or experienced regularly and repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitual",1,1,2 ], "by habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitual",1,1,3 ], "customary; usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habituate",1,1,1 ], "to accustom; make used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habituate",1,1,2 ], "to frequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitude",1,1,1 ], "habit or tendency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitue",1,1,1 ], "a frequent visitor to a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitus",1,1,1 ], "general physical state, esp| with regard to susceptibility to disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habitus",1,1,2 ], "tendency or inclination, esp| of plant or animal growth; habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habu",1,1,1 ], "Islands: family Crotalidae (pit vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "habu",1,1,1 ], "a large venomous snake, Trimeresurus flavoviridis, of Okinawa and other Ryukyu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habu",1,1,1 ], "a large venomous snake, Trimeresurus flavoviridis, that occurs on Okinawa and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "habu",1,1,1 ], "other Ryukyu Islands: family Crotalidae (pit vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hacek" ,1, 1, 1],"a diacritic mark (*v) placed over certain letters in order to modify their",1). c_DEF([ "hacek" ,1, 1, 1],"articulation, as in the affricate *vc and the fricative trill *vr used in Czech",3). c_DEF([ "hacek" ,1, 1, 1],"sounds, esp| used in Slavonic languages to indicate various forms of palatal",2). c_DEF([ "hachure",1,1,1 ], "another word for hatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hachure",1,1,2 ], "gradient" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hachure",1,1,2 ], "shading consisting of a series of short lines drawn on a relief map following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hachure",1,1,2 ], "shading of short lines drawn on a relief map to indicate gradients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hachure",1,1,2 ], "the direction of slope and varying in thickness or proximity according to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hachure",1,2,1 ], "to mark or show by hachures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,1 ], "(in Spain or Spanish-speaking countries)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,1,1 ], "a ranch or large estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,1,1 ], "a ranch or large estate, usually with plantations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,1,2 ], "any substantial stock-raising, mining, or manufacturing establishment in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,1,2 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,2 ], "large rounded arches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,2 ], "the main house on such a ranch or plantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacienda",1,1,2 ], "the main house on such a ranch or plantation, typically having a porch with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack hammer",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool resembling an adze, used for dressing stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack hammer",1,1,1 ], "an adze-like tool, used for dressing stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by at or away) to cut or chop (at) irregularly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,1,1 ], "roughly, or violently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,1,2 ], "to cut and clear (a way, path, etc|), as through undergrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,1,3 ], "(in sport, esp| rugby) to foul (an opposing player) by kicking or striking his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,1,3 ], "shins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,1,4 ], "to commit the foul of striking (an opposing player) on the arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,2,1 ], "to break up (topsoil, clods of earth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,2,1 ], "to cough in short dry spasmodic bursts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,3,1 ], "to damage severely or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,3,1 ], "to reduce or cut (a story, article, etc|) in a damaging way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,3,2 ], "(in sport, esp| rugby) to foul (an opposing player) by kicking or striking his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,3,2 ], "shins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,3,3 ], "to commit the foul of striking (an opposing player) on the arm, as in trying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,3,3 ], "to gain possession of the ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,4,1 ], "to cough in short dry spasmodic bursts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,4,1 ], "to tolerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,4,2 ], "hack to bits| to damage severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,1 ], "a cut, chop, notch, or gash, esp| as made by a knife or axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,1 ], "mangle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,1 ], "to reduce or cut (a story, article, etc|) in a careless or damaging way;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,2 ], "any tool used for shallow digging, such as a mattock or pick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,3 ], "a chopping blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,4 ], "a dry spasmodic cough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,5 ], "a kick on the shins, as in rugby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,5,6 ], "a wound from a sharp kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,6,1 ], "a cut, chop, notch, or gash, esp| as made by a knife or axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,6,2 ], "any tool used for hacking, such as an axe or machete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,6,3 ], "any tool used for shallow digging, such as a hoe, mattock, or pick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,6,4 ], "an instance of hacking; a chopping blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,6,5 ], "a short dry spasmodic cough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,6,6 ], "a kick on the shins, as in rugby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",1,6,7 ], "a wound from a sharp kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,1 ], "a horse kept for riding or (more rarely) for driving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,1 ], "a horse of medium size and weight kept for riding or (more rarely) for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,1 ], "driving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,2 ], "an old, ill-bred, or overworked horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,3 ], "a horse kept for hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,4 ], "a country ride on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,4 ], "a country ride, usually at a slow pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,5 ], "a drudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,5 ], "a person who produces mediocre literary or journalistic work for pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,6 ], "a coach or carriage that is for hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,6 ], "a person who produces mediocre literary or journalistic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,6,1 ], "a cabdriver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,6,2 ], "a taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,7 ], "a coach or carriage that is for hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,7,1 ], "a cabdriver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,1,7,2 ], "a taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,2,1 ], "pleasure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,2,1 ], "to ride (a horse) cross-country for pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,2,1 ], "to ride (a horse) cross-country, usually at a fairly slow pace and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,3,1 ], "to let (a horse) out for hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,4,1 ], "to write (an article, etc|) as or in the manner of a hack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,5,1 ], "to drive a taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,6,1 ], "banal, mediocre, or unoriginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",2,6,1 ], "of or characteristic of a hack; banal, mediocre, or unoriginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",3,1,1 ], "a rack used for fodder for livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",3,1,2 ], "a board on which meat is placed for a hawk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",3,1,2 ], "a pile or row of unfired bricks stacked to dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",3,1,3 ], "a pile or row of unfired bricks stacked to dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",3,2,1 ], "to place (fodder) in such a rack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hack",3,2,2 ], "to place (bricks) in a hack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackamore",1,1,1 ], "a rope or rawhide halter used for unbroken foals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackberry",1,1,1 ], "any American tree or shrub of the ulmaceous genus Celtis, having edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackberry",1,1,1 ], "any of various American trees and shrubs of the ulmaceous genus Celtis, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackberry",1,1,1 ], "cherry-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hackberry",1,1,1 ], "have small inconspicuous flowers and edible cherry-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hackberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit or soft yellowish wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit or soft yellowish wood of such a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackbut",1,1,1 ], "another word for arquebus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacking jacket",1,1,1 ], "a riding jacket with side or back vents and slanting pockets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacking jacket",1,1,1 ], "a waisted riding jacket either with a vent at either side or one at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacking jacket",1,1,1 ], "and, usually, slanting flapped pockets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hacking jacket",1,1,2 ], "a man's similar sports jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hacking",1,1,1 ], "(of a cough) harsh, dry, and spasmodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle fly",1,1,1 ], "an artificial fly made from the hackle feathers of a turkey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,1 ], "any of the long slender feathers on the necks of certain birds, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,1 ], "any of the long slender feathers on the necks of the turkey, pheasant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,1 ], "turkey, pheasant, and related species, used in making artificial fishing flies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,1,1 ], "a real fly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,1,1 ], "parts of an artificial fly made from hackle feathers, representing the legs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,1,2 ], "short for hackle fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,2 ], "a steel flax comb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,1,2 ], "a tool used in the textile industry for combing flax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",1,2,1 ], "to comb (flax) using a hackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackle",2,1,1 ], "to hack or be hacked; mangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackles",1,1,1 ], "the hairs on the back of the neck and the back of a dog, cat, etc|, which rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackles",1,1,1 ], "when the animal is angry or afraid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hackles",1,1,2 ], "anger or resentment (esp| in the phrases get one's hackles up, make one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackles",1,1,2 ], "hackles rise)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hackney",1,1,1 ], "a compact breed of harness horse with a high-stepping trot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackney",1,1,1,1 ], "a coach or carriage that is for hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackney",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackney",1,1,2 ], "a popular term for hack'2 (def| 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackney",1,1,2 ], "a popular term for hack'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackney",1,2,1 ], "to make commonplace and banal by too frequent use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackneyed",1,1,1 ], "(of phrases, fashions, attitudes, etc|) used so often as to be trite, dull," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackneyed",1,1,1 ], "(of phrases, fashions, etc|) used so often as to be trite, dull, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hackneyed",1,1,1 ], "and lacking in impact stereotyped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hackneyed",1,1,1 ], "stereotyped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hacksaw" ,1, 1, 1],"U-shaped frame under tension",2). c_DEF([ "hacksaw" ,1, 1, 1],"a handsaw for cutting metal, consisting of a narrow hard-steel blade held in a",1). c_DEF([ "hacksaw" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to cut with a hacksaw",1). c_DEF([ "had",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadal",1,1,1 ], "metres (18,000 ft|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hadal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or constituting the parts of the ocean below about 6000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadaway",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation urging the hearer to refrain from delay in the execution of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadaway",1,1,1 ], "task" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haddock",1,1,1 ], "a North Atlantic gadoid food fish, Melanogrammus aeglefinus: similar to but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haddock",1,1,1 ], "an important gadoid food fish, Melanogrammus aeglefinus, that is similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haddock",1,1,1 ], "but smaller than the cod and occurs in North Atlantic coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haddock",1,1,1 ], "smaller than the cod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hade",1,1,1 ], "the angle made to the vertical by the plane of a fault or mineral vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hade",1,1,1 ], "the angle made to the vertical by the plane of a fault or vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hade",1,2,1 ], "(of faults, mineral veins, etc|) to incline from the vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hade",1,2,1 ], "(of faults, or veins) to incline from the vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadj",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hajj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadji",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hajji" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of had not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadron",1,1,1 ], "any elementary particle, excluding leptons and photons, capable of taking part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadron",1,1,1 ], "in a strong nuclear interaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hadrosaur",1,1,1 ], "any bipedal Upper Cretaceous dinosaur of the genus Anatosaurus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadrosaur",1,1,1 ], "any of various bipedal partly aquatic dinosaurs of the genus Anatosaurus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadrosaur",1,1,1 ], "genera: partly aquatic, with a duck-billed skull and webbed feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hadrosaur",1,1,1 ], "related genera that lived in upper Cretaceous times and had a duck-billed skull and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hadrosaur",1,1,1 ], "webbed feet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hadst",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou) a singular form of the past tense (indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hadst",1,1,1 ], "mood) of have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hae",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish variant of have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haecceity",1,1,1 ], "something that makes an object unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haem",1,1,1 ], "a complex red organic pigment containing ferrous iron, present in haemoglobin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haem",1,1,1 ], "a complex red organic pigment containing iron in the ferrous state, present in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haem",1,1,1 ], "haemoglobin linked to globin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haem-",1,1,1 ], "a variant of haemo- before a vowel| Also (esp| U|S|): hem-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haema-",1,1,1 ], "a variant of haemo-|Also (U|S|): hema-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemachrome",1,1,1 ], "variants of haemochrome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemacytometer",1,1,1 ], "variants of haemocytometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemagglutinate",1,1,1 ], "sample, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemagglutinate",1,1,1 ], "to cause the clumping of red blood cells in (a blood sample, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemagglutinate",1,1,1 ], "to cause the clumping together of red blood cells in (an organism, blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemagglutinin",1,1,1 ], "an antibody that causes the clumping of red blood cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemagglutinin",1,1,1 ], "an antibody that causes the clumping together of red blood cells possessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemagglutinin",1,1,1 ], "the appropriate antigen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemagogue",1,1,1 ], "promoting the flow of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemagogue",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that promotes the flow of blood, esp| the menstrual flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the blood or the blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemal",1,1,2 ], "and the major blood vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemal",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the region of the body containing the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemal",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the region or side of the body containing the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematein",1,1,1 ], "a dark purple water-insoluble crystalline substance obtained from logwood and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematein",1,1,1 ], "haematoxylin| Formula: C16H12O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haematein",1,1,1 ], "used as an indicator and biological stain| Formula: C16H12O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematein",1,1,1 ], "used as an indicator and biological stain| It is an oxidation product of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematemesis",1,1,1 ], "duodenum, esp| as the result of a bleeding ulcer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematemesis",1,1,1 ], "vomiting of blood arising from a lesion of the oesophagus, stomach, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematemesis",1,1,1 ], "vomiting of blood, esp| as the result of a bleeding ulcer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematic",1,1,1 ], "relating to, acting on, having the colour of, or containing blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematic",1,2,1 ], "Med" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematic",1,2,1 ], "another name for a haematinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematic",1,2,2 ], "another name for a haematinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematin",1,1,1 ], "a dark bluish or brownish pigment containing iron in the ferric state," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematin",1,1,1 ], "obtained by the oxidation of haem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematin",1,1,1 ], "obtained by the oxidation of haem| It is insoluble in water and most organic solvents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematinic",1,1,1 ], "amount of haemoglobin in the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematinic",1,1,1 ], "an agent that stimulates the production of red blood cells or increases the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematinic",1,1,1 ], "an agent that tends to enrich the blood by stimulating the production of red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematinic",1,1,1 ], "blood cells or increasing the haemoglobin level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematinic",1,2,1 ], "having the effect of enriching the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Fe2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haematite",1,1,1 ], "a blood-red or reddish-black mineral consisting of ferric oxide in hexagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematite",1,1,1 ], "a red or reddish-black mineral consisting of ferric oxide in hexagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form, widely distributed in all types of rock| It is the principal ore of iron|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: the principal ore of iron| Formula: Fe2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemato-",1,1,1 ], "indicating blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoblast",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous undifferentiated cells that occur in the bone marrow and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoblast",1,1,1 ], "any of the undifferentiated cells in the bone marrow that develop into blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoblast",1,1,1 ], "cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematoblast",1,1,1 ], "develop into blood cells, esp| erythrocytes (red blood cells)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematocele",1,1,1 ], "a body cavity, such as the space formed by the serous membrane surrounding the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematocele",1,1,1 ], "a collection of blood in a body cavity, as in the space surrounding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematocele",1,1,1 ], "a tumourous mass formed by the abnormal pooling or collection of blood within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematocele",1,1,1 ], "testis; blood cyst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematocele",1,1,1 ], "testis; blood cyst" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haematocrit",1,1,1 ], "a centrifuge for separating blood cells from plasma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematocrit",1,1,1 ], "a centrifuge for separating red and white blood cells from the plasma and thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematocrit",1,1,1 ], "cells, to the total volume of blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haematocrit",1,1,1 ], "for determining the ratio of the volume occupied by these cells, esp| the red" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematocrit",1,1,2 ], "the ratio of the volume occupied by these cells, esp| the red cells, to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematocrit",1,1,2 ], "the value of this ratio expressed as a percentage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematocrit",1,1,2 ], "total volume of blood, expressed as a percentage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematocryal",1,1,1 ], "another word for poikilothermal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematogenesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for haematopoiesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematogenous",1,1,1 ], "forming or producing blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematogenous",1,1,1 ], "producing blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematogenous",1,1,2 ], "produced by, derived from, or originating in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematogenous",1,1,2 ], "relating to anything produced by, derived from, or originating in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematogenous",1,1,3 ], "(of bacteria, cancer cells, etc|) borne by or distributed by the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematogenous",1,1,3 ], "circulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematoid" ,1, 1, 1],"haemoid or U|S| hematoid, hemoidadj",1). c_DEF([ "haematoid" ,1, 1, 2],"(hi$:m@@!t$Al@#f$I) n",2). c_DEF([ "haematoid" ,1, 1, 2],"bloody or resembling blood| Hhaematology or U|S| hematology",1). c_DEF([ "haematoid" ,1, 1, 3],"the branch of medical science concerned with the blood and its diseases and",1). c_DEF([ "haematoid" ,1, 1, 3],"with the blood-forming tissues",2). c_DEF([ "haematolysis",1,1,1 ], "another name for haemolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour of clotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour-like and usually encapsulated mass of clotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematopoiesis" ,1, 1, 1],"haemopoiesis or U|S| hematopoiesis, hemopoiesisn| Physiol",1). c_DEF([ "haematopoiesis" ,1, 1, 2],"the formation of blood|Also called: haematosis,",1). c_DEF([ "haematosis",1,1,1 ], "another word for haematopoiesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematosis",1,1,2 ], "the oxygenation of venous blood in the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematothermal",1,1,1 ], "another word for homoiothermal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylin",1,1,1 ], "C16H14O6|3H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellowish crystalline compound that turns red on exposure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylin",1,1,1 ], "biological stain| Formula: C16H14O6|3H2O; melting pt|: 140 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylin",1,1,1 ], "light and is the colouring principle of logwood| It is used in dyes and inks and as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylin",1,1,1 ], "light: obtained from logwood and used in dyes and as a biological stain| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylin",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of haematoxylon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylon",1,1,1 ], "any of several leguminous trees constituting the genus Haematoxylon, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylon",1,1,1 ], "any thorny leguminous tree of the genus Haematoxylon, esp| the logwood, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylon",1,1,1 ], "logwood, which grow in tropical America and SW Africa and have red immature foliage and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylon",1,1,1 ], "thorns in the leaf axils| The heartwood yields the dye haematoxylin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haematoxylon",1,1,1 ], "tropical America and SW Africa| The heartwood yields the dye haematoxylin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematozoon",1,1,1 ], "animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematozoon",1,1,1 ], "any microorganism, esp| a protozoan, that is parasitic in the blood of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematozoon",1,1,1 ], "any microorganism, esp| a protozoan, that is parasitic in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematuria",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haematuria",1,1,1 ], "the presence of blood or red blood cells in the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haematuria",1,1,1 ], "the presence of blood or red blood cells in the urine, often indicating kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemic",1,1,1 ], "another word for haematic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemin",1,1,1 ], "formed by the action of hydrochloric acid on haematin| This reaction is the basis of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemin",1,1,1 ], "haematin chloride; insoluble microscopic reddish-brown crystals that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemin",1,1,1 ], "haematin chloride; insoluble reddish-brown crystals formed by the action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemin",1,1,1 ], "hydrochloric acid on haematin in a test for the presence of blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemin",1,1,1 ], "test for the presence of blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haemo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemochrome",1,1,1 ], "a blood pigment, such as haemoglobin, that carries oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemochrome",1,1,1 ], "a pigment, such as haemoglobin, that carries oxygen and occurs in the blood of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemochrome",1,1,1 ], "man and many animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemocoel",1,1,1 ], "bathed in blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haemocoel",1,1,1 ], "developed from an enlarged part of the blood system so that the internal organs are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemocoel",1,1,1 ], "developed from part of the blood system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemocoel",1,1,1 ], "the body cavity of many invertebrates, including arthropods and molluscs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemocyanin",1,1,1 ], "a blue copper-containing respiratory pigment in crustaceans and molluscs that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemocyanin",1,1,1 ], "a blue respiratory pigment in crustaceans and molluscs that contains copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemocyanin",1,1,1 ], "and functions as haemoglobin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemocyanin",1,1,1 ], "functions as haemoglobin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemocyte",1,1,1 ], "any blood cell, esp| a red blood cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemocyte",1,1,1 ], "any blood cell, esp| an erythrocyte (red blood cell)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemocytometer" ,1, 1, 1],"haemacytometer or U|S| hemocytometer, hemacytometern| Med",1). c_DEF([ "haemocytometer" ,1, 1, 2],"an apparatus for estimating or counting the number of cells in a given",1). c_DEF([ "haemocytometer" ,1, 1, 2],"is observed through a microscope",4). c_DEF([ "haemocytometer" ,1, 1, 2],"quantity of blood, typically consisting of a graduated pipette for drawing and diluting",2). c_DEF([ "haemocytometer" ,1, 1, 2],"the blood, a special counting chamber, and a ruled glass slide on which the blood",3). c_DEF([ "haemodialysis",1,1,1 ], "apparatus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemodialysis",1,1,1 ], "the filtering of circulating blood through a semipermeable membrane in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemodialysis",1,1,1 ], "the method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemoflagellate",1,1,1 ], "a flagellate protozoan, such as a trypanosome, that is parasitic in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemoflagellate",1,1,1 ], "of man and animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "a conjugated protein, consisting of haem and the protein globin, that gives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "a conjugated protein, consisting of haem and the protein globin, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "is thus very important in the transportation of oxygen to tissues" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "present in red blood cells and gives them their characteristic colour| It combines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "red blood cells their characteristic colour| It combines reversibly with oxygen and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "reversibly with oxygen and is thus very important in the transportation of oxygen to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "tissues| The chemical structure of the globin portion varies in different species of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "haemoglobinuria",1,1,1 ], "the presence of haemoglobin in the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemoid",1,1,1 ], "another word for haematoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemolysin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of antibodies that, together with an antigen, cause the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemolysin",1,1,1 ], "any substance, esp| an antibody, that causes the breakdown of red blood cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemolysin",1,1,1 ], "breakdown of red blood cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemolysis" ,1, 1, 1],"(hi$:m@@$ul$It$Ik, h$em-)",5). c_DEF([ "haemolysis" ,1, 1, 1],"extremes of heat or cold, distilled water, certain chemicals, snake venom, etc|It can",3). c_DEF([ "haemolysis" ,1, 1, 1],"haematolysis or U|S| hemolysis, hematolysisn|, pl| ses (si$:z)|the release of",1). c_DEF([ "haemolysis" ,1, 1, 1],"haemoglobin from red blood cells into the fluid in which the cells are suspended, caused by",2). c_DEF([ "haemolysis" ,1, 1, 1],"occur in the living organism or in a blood sample|haemolytic or U|S| hemolytic",4). c_DEF([ "haemophile",1,1,1 ], "another name for haemophiliac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophile",1,1,2 ], "a haemophilic bacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilia",1,1,1 ], "ability of blood so that a minor wound may result in fatal bleeding" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilia",1,1,1 ], "an inheritable disease, usually affecting only males but capable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilia",1,1,1 ], "an inheritable disease, usually affecting only males but transmitted by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilia",1,1,1 ], "result in fatal bleeding" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilia",1,1,1 ], "the normal clotting or coagulating ability of blood so that a minor wound may" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilia",1,1,1 ], "to their male children, characterized by loss or impairment of the normal clotting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilia",1,1,1 ], "transmission by women to their male children, characterized by loss or severe impairment of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemophiliac",1,1,1 ], "a person having haemophilia| Nontechnical name: bleeder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophiliac",1,1,1 ], "a person having haemophilia| Nontechnical name: bleeder",1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affected by haemophilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilic",1,1,2 ], "(of bacteria) growing well in a culture medium containing blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilic",1,1,2 ], "(of bacteria) growing well in a culture medium containing or consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemophilic",1,1,2 ], "blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemopoiesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for haematopoiesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemoptysis",1,1,1 ], "of the respiratory tract, as in tuberculosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemoptysis",1,1,1 ], "spitting or coughing up of blood or blood-streaked mucus arising from a lesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemoptysis",1,1,1 ], "spitting or coughing up of blood or blood-streaked mucus, as in tuberculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhage",1,1,1 ], "profuse bleeding from a wound or lesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhage",1,1,1 ], "profuse bleeding from ruptured blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhage",1,1,2 ], "any abnormal bleeding, including the escape of blood through the intact walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhage",1,1,2 ], "of blood vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhage",1,2,1 ], "to bleed profusely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhagic measles",1,1,1 ], "another name for black measles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhoidectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of haemorrhoids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhoids",1,1,1 ], "painful and bleeding, generally caused by chronic straining to defecate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhoids",1,1,1 ], "painful and bleeding| Nontechnical name: piles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhoids",1,1,1 ], "swollen and twisted veins in the region of the anus and lower rectum, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemorrhoids",1,1,2 ], "the condition resulting from such swollen veins| Nontechnical name: piles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemostasis" ,1, 1, 1],"haemostasia (hi$:m@@$uste$I#f$I@@, -#f@@, h$em-) or U|S| hemostasis,",1). c_DEF([ "haemostasis" ,1, 1, 1],"hemostasian",2). c_DEF([ "haemostasis" ,1, 1, 2],"as during a surgical operation",2). c_DEF([ "haemostasis" ,1, 1, 2],"the stopping of bleeding or arrest of blood circulation in an organ or part,",1). c_DEF([ "haemostasis" ,1, 1, 3],"circulation",2). c_DEF([ "haemostasis" ,1, 1, 3],"stagnation of the blood, as by abnormal pooling or interference with normal",1). c_DEF([ "haemostat",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument that stops bleeding by compression of a blood vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemostat",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument that stops bleeding by mechanical compression of a blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemostat",1,1,1 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haemostat",1,1,2 ], "a chemical agent that retards or stops bleeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemostatic",1,1,1 ], "retarding or stopping the flow of blood within the blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemostatic",1,1,2 ], "retarding or stopping bleeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haemostatic",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that retards or stops bleeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haeremai",1,1,1 ], "a Maori expression of welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hafiz",1,1,1 ], "a title for a person who knows the Koran by heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hafiz",1,1,2 ], "the guardian of a mosque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Hf; atomic no|: 72; atomic wt|: 178|49; valency: 4; relative density: 13|31;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "a bright metallic element found in zirconium ores: used in tungsten filaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "a bright silver metallic element found in zirconium ores| It is used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "and as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors| Symbol: Hf; atomic no|: 72; atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 5400 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 2150 degrees C; boiling pt|: 5400 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "neutron absorber in nuclear reactors and in the manufacture of tungsten filaments|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hafnium",1,1,1 ], "wt|: 178|49; valency: 4; relative density: 13|31; melting pt|: 2150 degrees C;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "haft",1,1,1 ], "the handle of an axe, knife, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haft",1,1,1 ], "the handle of an axe, sword, knife, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haft",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a haft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant or ugly old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant or ugly old woman; crone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",1,1,2 ], "a witch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",1,1,2 ], "a witch; sorceress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",1,1,3 ], "short for hagfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",1,1,4 ], "a female demon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",2,1,1 ], "dialect| a spot in a bog distinguished from the surrounding ground by being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",2,1,1 ], "either softer or firmer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hag",2,1,2 ], "a firm spot in a bog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag",2,1,3 ], "a soft place in a moor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag-ridden",1,1,1 ], "tormented or worried, as if by a witch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag-ridden",1,1,2 ], "(of a man) harassed by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hag-ridden",1,1,2 ], "(of a man) surrounded by and harassed by several women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagbut",1,1,1 ], "another word for arquebus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagfish",1,1,1 ], "Eptatretus, etc|, that constitute the family Myxinidae|They have a round sucking mouth and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hagfish",1,1,1 ], "any eel-like marine cyclostome vertebrate of the family Myxinidae, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various eel-like marine cyclostome vertebrates of the genera Myxine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagfish",1,1,1 ], "feed on the tissues of other animals and on dead organic material| Often shortened" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hagfish",1,1,1 ], "material| Often shortened to hag" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hagfish",1,1,1 ], "round sucking mouth and feeding on the tissues of other animals and on dead organic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hagfish",1,1,1 ], "to hag" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "haggadist",1,1,1 ], "a writer of Haggadahs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggadist",1,1,2 ], "an expert in or a student of haggadic literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,1,1 ], "careworn or gaunt, as from lack of sleep, anxiety, or starvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,1,1 ], "starvation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,1,1 ], "tired-looking, careworn, or gaunt, as from lack of sleep, anxiety, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,1,2 ], "wild or unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,1,3 ], "(of a hawk) having reached maturity in the wild before being caught for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,1,3 ], "(of a hawk) having reached maturity in the wild before being caught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,1,3 ], "falconry; difficult to train and control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,2,1 ], "a hawk that has reached maturity before being caught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggard",1,2,1 ], "a hawk that has reached maturity in the wild before being caught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggis",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish dish made from sheep's or calf's offal, oatmeal, suet, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggis",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish dish made from the heart, liver, etc|, of a sheep or calf, mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggis",1,1,1 ], "seasonings boiled in a skin made from the animal's stomach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haggis",1,1,1 ], "with oatmeal, suet, and seasonings, packed into the animals stomach and boiled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haggle",1,1,1 ], "to bargain or wrangle (over a price, terms of an agreement, etc|); barter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggle",1,2,1 ], "to hack about; mangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggle",1,2,1 ], "to hack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haggle",1,3,1 ], "to worry or annoy by bartering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by saints, holy men, or men in holy orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by saints, holy men, or men in holy orders; hagiocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiarchy",1,1,2 ], "a hierarchy or order of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiarchy",1,1,2 ], "an order of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a saint, saints, or holiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by holy men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by holy men; hagiarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiocracy",1,1,2 ], "a state, community, etc|, governed by holy men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiographer",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes about the lives of the saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiographer",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes lives of the saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiographer",1,1,2 ], "one of the writers of the Hagiographa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,1 ], "sources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,1 ], "the writing of the lives of the saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,1 ], "the writing of the lives of the saints, based on critical research into extant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,1,1 ], "biography of the saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,1,2 ], "any biography or legend written in a spirit of religious idealism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,2 ], "any biography that idealizes or idolizes its subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,2 ], "biography of the saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiography",1,1,3 ], "any biography that idealizes or idolizes its subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiolatry",1,1,1 ], "worship or excessive veneration of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiolatry",1,1,1 ], "worship or veneration of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,1 ], "literature concerned with the lives and legends of saints or with their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,1 ], "literature concerned with the lives and legends of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,1 ], "veneration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,1,1 ], "a biography of a saint or saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,1,1 ], "a biography of a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,1,2 ], "a collection of such biographies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,2 ], "an authoritative canon of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,2 ], "an authoritative list or canon of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagiology",1,1,3 ], "a history of sacred writings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagioscope",1,1,1 ], "another name for squint (def| 7)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hagioscope",1,1,1 ], "another name for squint ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haik",1,1,1 ], "a large piece of cotton, wool, or silk draped over the head and around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haik",1,1,1 ], "an outer garment of cotton, wool, or silk, for the head and body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haik",1,1,1 ], "body, worn by Arabs as an outer garment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haiku",1,1,1 ], "a concise and evocative form of Japanese verse in 17 syllables, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haiku",1,1,1 ], "an epigrammatic Japanese verse form in 17 syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haiku",1,1,1 ], "describing a single thing or pairing of things in nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,1 ], "small pellets of ice falling from cumulonimbus clouds when there are very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,1 ], "strong rising air currents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,2 ], "a shower or storm of such ice pellets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,2 ], "a shower or storm of such pellets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,3 ], "great quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,3 ], "words, ideas, etc|, directed with force and in great quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,3 ], "words, ideas, etc|, that are directed at a person or thing with force and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,4 ], "a collection of objects, esp| bullets, spears, etc|, directed at someone with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,4 ], "violent attacking force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,1,4 ], "violent force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,2,1 ], "to be the case that hail is falling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",1,2,2 ], "(often with it as subject) to fall or cause to fall as or like hail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,1,1 ], "to greet or salute, esp| enthusiastically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,1,1 ], "to greet, esp| enthusiastically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,1,2 ], "to acclaim or acknowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,1,3 ], "to attract the attention of by shouting or gesturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,1,4 ], "hail from| to be a native of; originate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of hailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,2,1 ], "to be a native of; originate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,2,2 ], "a shout or greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,2,3 ], "distance across which one can shout or attract attention (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,2,3 ], "within hail)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,3,1 ], "an exclamation of greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of hailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,3,2 ], "a shout or greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,3,3 ], "distance across which one can attract attention (esp| in the phrase within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,3,3 ], "hail)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hail",2,4,1 ], "an exclamation of greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hail-fellow-well-met",1,1,1 ], "genial and familiar, esp| in an offensive or ingratiating way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hailstone",1,1,1 ], "a pellet of hail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hailstorm",1,1,1 ], "a storm during which hail falls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hain't" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of has not",1). c_DEF([ "hain't" ,1, 1, 2],"s no",1). c_DEF([ "hair follicle",1,1,1 ], "a narrow tubular cavity that contains the root of a hair, formed by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair follicle",1,1,1 ], "a tiny narrow tubular cavity that contains the root of an individual hair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair follicle",1,1,1 ], "formed by an infolding of the epidermis and corium of the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair follicle",1,1,1 ], "infolding of the epidermis and corium of the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair grass",1,1,1 ], "any grass of the genera Aira, Deschampsia, etc|, having very narrow stems and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair grass",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair restorer",1,1,1 ], "a lotion claimed to promote hair growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair seal",1,1,1 ], "any earless seal, esp| the harbour seal, having a coat of stiff hair with no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair seal",1,1,1 ], "underfur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair sheep",1,1,1 ], "and tougher grain than those of wool sheep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair sheep",1,1,1 ], "any variety of sheep growing hair instead of wool, yielding hides with a finer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair slide",1,1,1 ], "a hinged clip with a tortoiseshell, bone, or similar back, used to fasten a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair slide",1,1,1 ], "girl's hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair space",1,1,1 ], "the thinnest of the metal spaces used in setting type to separate letters or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair space",1,1,1 ], "words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair stroke",1,1,1 ], "a very fine line in a written character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair trigger",1,1,1 ], "a trigger of a firearm that responds to very slight pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair trigger",1,1,1,1 ], "any mechanism, reaction, etc|, set in operation by slight provocation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair trigger",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,1 ], "any of the numerous threadlike pigmented structures that grow from follicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,1 ], "any of the threadlike pigmented structures that grow from follicles beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,1 ], "beneath the skin of mammals and consist of layers of dead keratinized cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,1 ], "the skin of mammals and consist of layers of dead keratinized cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,10 ], "split hairs| to make petty and unnecessary distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,10 ], "split hairs| to make petty and unnecessary distinctions, esp| in argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,2 ], "a growth of such structures, as on the human head or animal body, that helps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,2 ], "a growth of such structures, as on the human head or animal body, which helps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,2 ], "prevent heat loss from the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,3 ], "a threadlike outgrowth from the epidermis that may be absorptive, secretory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,3 ], "any threadlike outgrowth from the epidermis, such as a root hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,3 ], "or protective; a trichome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,3,1 ], "a fabric or material made from the hair of some animals or their manes, tails," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,3,1 ], "a fabric or material made from the hair of some animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,4 ], "another word for hair's-breadth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,5 ], "get in someone's hair| Informal| to annoy someone persistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,5 ], "get in someone's hair| Informal| to annoy someone persistently; harass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,6 ], "hair of the dog an alcoholic drink taken as a supposed antidote to a hangover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,6 ], "hair of the dog an alcoholic drink taken as an antidote to a hangover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,7 ], "keep your hair on!Brit| informal| keep calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,7 ], "keep your hair on!Brit| informal| keep calm; don't lose control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,8 ], "let one's hair down| to behave informally and without reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,8 ], "let one's hair down| to behave without reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,9 ], "not turn a hair| to show no surprise, anger, fear, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair",1,1,9 ], "not turn a hair| to show no surprise, anger, fear, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair's-breadth",1,1,1,1 ], "a very short or imperceptible margin or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair's-breadth",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hair-raising",1,1,1 ], "inspiring horror; terrifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairball",1,1,1 ], "a compact mass of hair that forms in the stomach of cats, calves, etc|, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairball",1,1,1 ], "a compact mass of hair that occurs in the stomach of certain mammals, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairball",1,1,1 ], "cats and calves, as a result of licking and swallowing the fur, and causes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairball",1,1,1 ], "indigestion and convulsions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hairball",1,1,1 ], "result of licking and swallowing the fur, and causes indigestion and convulsions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairbrush",1,1,1 ], "a brush for grooming the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haircloth",1,1,1 ], "a cloth woven from horsehair, used in upholstery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haircut",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of cutting the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haircut",1,1,2 ], "the style in which hair has been cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairdo",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of a woman's hair, esp| after styling and setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairdresser",1,1,1 ], "a person whose business is cutting, curling, colouring and arranging hair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairdresser",1,1,1 ], "esp| that of women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairdresser",1,1,1 ], "esp| that of women, often also providing manicures, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairdresser",1,1,2 ], "a hairdresser's establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairdresser",1,1,2 ], "the establishment where such a business is carried on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairgrip",1,1,1 ], "a small metal clip bent tight in order to hold the hair in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairgrip",1,1,1 ], "a small tightly bent metal hair clip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairif",1,1,1 ], "another name for cleavers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1 ], "the natural margin formed by hair on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1 ], "the natural margin or outline formed by hair on the head, esp| at the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1,1 ], "a thin stroke in a typeface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1,1 ], "a very narrow line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1,2 ], "any typeface consisting of such strokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1,3 ], "a defect in which poorly cast or worn type produces thin lines beside a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1,3 ], "character" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,1,3 ], "thin lines beside a character, produced by worn or poorly cast type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,2 ], "a rope or line of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairline",1,1,2 ], "a worsted fabric with fine woven stripes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairnet",1,1,1 ], "any of several kinds of light netting worn over the hair to keep it in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairpiece",1,1,1 ], "a wig or toupee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairpiece",1,1,2 ], "a section of extra hair attached to a woman's real hair to give it greater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairpiece",1,1,2 ], "a section of extra hair, either human or artificial, attached to a woman's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairpiece",1,1,2 ], "bulk or length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairpiece",1,1,2 ], "real hair to give it greater bulk or length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairpin",1,1,1 ], "a thin double-pronged pin used by women to fasten the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairpin",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a bend in a road) curving very sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairsplitting",1,1,1 ], "the making of petty distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairsplitting",1,2,1 ], "occupied with or based on petty distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairspring",1,1,1 ], "a very fine spiral spring in a timepiece, used to regulate the balance wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairstreak",1,1,1 ], "any small butterfly of the genus Callophrys and related genera, having fringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairstreak",1,1,1 ], "wings marked with narrow white streaks: family Lycaenidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairstyle",1,1,1 ], "a particular mode of arranging, cutting, or setting the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairtail",1,1,1 ], "any marine spiny-finned fish of the family Trichiuridae, most common in warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairtail",1,1,1 ], "cutlass fish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hairtail",1,1,1 ], "seas, having a long whiplike scaleless body and long sharp teeth| Usual U|S| name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairweaving",1,1,1 ], "the interweaving of false hair with the hair on a balding person's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairworm",1,1,1 ], "any hairlike nematode worm of the family Trichostrongylidae, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairworm",1,1,1 ], "stomach worm, parasitic in the intestines of vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairworm",1,1,2 ], "any very thin long worm of the phylum (or class)Nematomorpha, the larvae of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairworm",1,1,2 ], "which are parasitic in arthropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairy frog",1,1,1 ], "a W African frog, Astylosternus robustus, the males of which have glandular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairy frog",1,1,1 ], "hairlike processes on the flanks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hairy willowherb",1,1,1 ], "another name for codlins-and-cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairy",1,1,1 ], "hairier, hairiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairy",1,1,2 ], "having or covered with hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairy",1,1,2,1 ], "difficult or problematic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hairy",1,1,2,2 ], "scaring, dangerous, or exciting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hajj",1,1,1 ], "his life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hajj",1,1,1 ], "the pilgrimage to Mecca that every Muslim is required to make at least once in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hajji",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim who has made a pilgrimage to Mecca: also used as a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hajji",1,1,2 ], "Jerusalem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hajji",1,1,2 ], "a Christian of the Greek Orthodox or Armenian Churches who has visited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hake",1,1,1 ], "any gadoid food fish of the genus Merluccius, such as M| merluccius (European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hake",1,1,1 ], "fins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hake",1,1,1 ], "hake), of the N hemisphere, having an elongated body with a large head and two dorsal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hake",1,1,2 ], "Merluccius species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hake",1,1,2 ], "any North American fish of the genus Urophycis, similar and related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hake",1,1,3 ], "another name for barracouta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hake",2,1,1 ], "a wooden frame for drying cheese or fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hakea",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or tree of the Australian genus Hakea, having a hard woody fruit and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hakea",1,1,1 ], "often yielding a useful wood: family Proteaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hakim",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim judge, ruler, or administrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hakim",1,1,2 ], "a Muslim physician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hal-",1,1,1 ], "variant of halo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halal",1,1,1 ], "to kill (animals) following Muslim law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halal",1,2,1 ], "meat killed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halation",1,1,1 ], "fogging usually seen as a bright ring surrounding a source of light: caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halation",1,1,1 ], "reflection from the back of the film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halberd",1,1,1 ], "a spear fitted with an axe head, used in 15th- and 16th-century warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halcyon" ,1, 1, 1],"peaceful, gentle, and calm",1). c_DEF([ "halcyon" ,1, 1, 2],"happy and carefree",1). c_DEF([ "halcyon" ,1, 2, 1],"a fabulous bird associated with the winter solstice",1). c_DEF([ "halcyon" ,1, 2, 2],"a poetic name for the ,kingfisher",1). c_DEF([ "halcyon" ,1, 2, 3],"halcyon days| a fortnight of calm weather during the winter solstice",1). c_DEF([ "hale",1,1,1 ], "healthy and robust (esp| in the phrase hale and hearty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hale",1,1,2 ], "and northern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hale",1,1,3 ], "whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hale",2,1,1 ], "to pull or drag; haul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hale",2,1,2 ], "to compel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haler",1,1,1 ], "a Czech monetary unit worth one hundredth of a koruna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half board",1,1,1,1 ], "the daily provision by a hotel of bed, breakfast, and one main meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half board",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half eagle",1,1,1 ], "a former U|S| gold coin worth five dollars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half frame",1,1,1,1 ], "a photograph taking up half the normal area of a frame on a particular film," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half frame",1,1,1,1 ], "taken esp| on 35-millimetre film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half frame",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half gainer",1,1,1 ], "a type of dive in which the diver completes a half backward somersault to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half gainer",1,1,1 ], "enter the water headfirst facing the diving board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half holiday",1,1,1 ], "a day of which either the morning or the afternoon is a holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half landing",1,1,1 ], "a landing halfway up a flight of stairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half measure",1,1,1 ], "an inadequate measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half seas over",1,1,1 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half term",1,1,1 ], "a short holiday midway through an academic term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half volley" ,1, 1, 1],"a stroke or shot in which the ball is hit immediately after it bounces",1). c_DEF([ "half volley" ,1, 2, 1],"ley",1). c_DEF([ "half volley" ,1, 2, 2],"to hit or kick (a ball) immediately after it bounces",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"either of two equal or corresponding parts that together comprise a whole",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a quantity equalling such a part",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 10],"better half| Informal| a person's wife or husband",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 11],"by halves| without being thorough or exhaustive",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 12],"go halves",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 13, 1],"to share the expenses (of something with one other person)",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 13, 2],"to share the whole amount (of something with another person)",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 13],"(often foll| by on, in, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 2],"half a pint, esp| of beer",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 3],"the half of the pitch regarded as belonging to one team",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 4],"an equal score on a hole or round with an opponent",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 5],"(in various games) either of two periods of play separated by an interval (the",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 5],"first half and second half)",2). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 6],"a half-price ticket on a bus, etc",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 7],"short for ,half-hour",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 8],"short for ,halfback",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 1, 9],"a half-year period",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"being a half or approximately a half",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"half of them came",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 3, 1],"not perfect or complete; partial",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 1],"to the amount or extent of a half",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 2],"to a great amount or extent",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 3],"partially; to an extent",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 4],"by half| by an excessive amount or to an excessive degree",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 5],"half two, etc| Informal| 30 minutes after two o'clock",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 6],"have half a mind to| to have the intention of",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 7, 1],"not in any way",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 7, 2],"Brit| really; very; indeed",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 4, 7],"not half| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 5, 1],"certainly",1). c_DEF([ "half" ,1, 5, 2],"yes, indeed",1). c_DEF([ "half-a-crown",1,1,1 ], "another name for a half-crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-a-dollar",1,1,1 ], "another name for a half-crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-and-half",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of half one thing and half another thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-and-half",1,1,2 ], "a drink consisting of equal parts of beer (or ale) and porter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-and-half",1,2,1 ], "of half one thing and half another thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-and-half",1,3,1 ], "in two equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-assed",1,1,1 ], "incompetent; inept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-assed",1,1,2 ], "lacking efficiency or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-baked",1,1,1 ], "insufficiently baked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-baked",1,1,2 ], "foolish; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-baked",1,1,3 ], "poorly planned or conceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-ball",1,1,1,1 ], "a contact in billiards, etc|, in which the player aims through the centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-ball",1,1,1,1 ], "covered" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "half-ball",1,1,1,1 ], "the cue ball to the edge of the object ball, so that half the object ball is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-ball",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-binding",1,1,1 ], "a type of bookbinding in which the backs are bound in one material and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-binding",1,1,1 ], "sides in another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-blood",1,1,1,1 ], "the relationship between individuals having only one parent in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blood",1,1,1,2 ], "an individual having such a relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blood",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for a half-breed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blood",1,1,3 ], "a half-blooded domestic animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blooded",1,1,1 ], "being related to another individual through only one parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blooded",1,1,2 ], "having parents of different races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blooded",1,1,3 ], "(of a domestic animal) having only one parent of known pedigree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blue",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford and Cambridge universities) a sportsman who substitutes for a full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-blue",1,1,1 ], "blue or who represents the university in a minor sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-board",1,1,1 ], "a manoeuvre by a sailing ship enabling it to gain distance to windward by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-board",1,1,1 ], "luffing up into the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-boot",1,1,1 ], "a boot reaching to the midcalf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-bound",1,1,1 ], "(of a book) having a half-binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-breed" ,1, 1, 1],"a person whose parents are of different races, esp| the offspring of a White",1). c_DEF([ "half-breed" ,1, 1, 1],"person and an American Indian",2). c_DEF([ "half-breed" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "half-breed" ,1, 2, 2],"of, relating to, or designating offspring of people or animals of different",1). c_DEF([ "half-breed" ,1, 2, 2],"races or breeds",2). c_DEF([ "half-brother",1,1,1 ], "the son of either of one's parents by another partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-butt",1,1,1 ], "a cue of length between that of a long butt and an ordinary cue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-caste",1,1,1 ], "a person having parents of different races, esp| the offspring of a European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-caste",1,1,1 ], "and an Indian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-caste",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating such a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-cock",1,1,1 ], "cannot be pulled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-cock",1,1,1 ], "the halfway position of a firearm's hammer when the trigger is fixed and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-cock",1,1,2 ], "go off at half-cock or half-cocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-cock",1,1,2,1 ], "to fail as a result of inadequate preparation or premature starting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-cock",1,1,2,2 ], "to act or function prematurely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-cocked",1,1,1 ], "(of a firearm) at half-cock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-crown",1,1,1 ], "a British silver or cupronickel coin worth 12(new) pence, taken out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-crown",1,1,1 ], "circulation in 1970" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-dead",1,1,1 ], "very tired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-dollar",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S| and Canada) a 50-cent piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-forward",1,1,1 ], "any of three forwards positioned between the centre line and the forward line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hardy",1,1,1 ], "(of a cultivated plant) able to survive out of doors except during severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hardy",1,1,1 ], "frost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-hearted",1,1,1 ], "without enthusiasm or determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hitch",1,1,1 ], "a knot made by passing the end of a piece of rope around itself and through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hitch",1,1,1 ], "the loop thus made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-hour",1,1,1,1 ], "a period of 30 minutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hour",1,1,1,1 ], "the point of time 30 minutes after the beginning of an hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hour",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hunter",1,1,1 ], "a watch with a hinged lid in which a small circular opening or crystal allows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-hunter",1,1,1 ], "the approximate time to be read" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-jack",1,1,1 ], "a flat pocket-sized bottle of alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-leather",1,1,1 ], "a type of half-binding in which the backs and corners of a book are bound in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-leather",1,1,1 ], "leather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-length",1,1,1 ], "(of a portrait) showing only the body from the waist up and including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-length",1,1,1 ], "hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-length",1,1,2 ], "of half the entire or original length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-length",1,2,1 ], "a half-length portrait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-life",1,1,1 ], "decay| Symbol: t" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-life",1,1,1 ], "the time taken for half of the atoms in a radioactive material to undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-life",1,1,2 ], "by both elimination and decay (effective half-life)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "half-life",1,1,2 ], "living tissue or organism to be naturally eliminated (biological half-life) or removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-life",1,1,2 ], "the time required for half of a quantity of radioactive material absorbed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-light",1,1,1 ], "a dim light, as at dawn or dusk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-mast",1,2,1 ], "to put (a flag) in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-miler",1,1,1 ], "a runner who specializes in running races over half a mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-moon",1,1,1 ], "the moon at first or last quarter when half its face is illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-moon",1,1,2 ], "the time at which a half-moon occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-moon",1,1,2,1 ], "something shaped like a half-moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-moon",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-moon",1,1,3 ], "a nontechnical name for lunula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-mourning",1,1,1 ], "dark grey clothes worn by some during a period after full formal mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-nelson",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler places an arm under one of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-nelson",1,1,1 ], "opponent's arms from behind and exerts pressure with his palm on the back of his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-nelson",1,1,1 ], "opponent's neck" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "half-note",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for minim ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-pint",1,1,1 ], "a small or insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-plate",1,1,1 ], "a size of plate measuring 16|5 cm by 10|8 cm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-price",1,2,1 ], "for half the normal price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-quartern",1,1,1 ], "a loaf having a weight, when baked, of 800 g" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-rhyme",1,1,1 ], "a rhyme in which the vowel sounds are not identical, such as years and yours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-sister",1,1,1 ], "the daughter of either of one's parents by another partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-size",1,1,1 ], "any size, esp| in clothing, that is halfway between two sizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-slip",1,1,1 ], "a woman's topless slip that hangs from the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-sole",1,1,1 ], "a sole from the shank of a shoe to the toe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-sole",1,2,1 ], "to replace the half-sole of a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-step",1,1,1 ], "another word for semitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-tide",1,1,1 ], "the state of the tide between flood and ebb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-timbered",1,1,1 ], "(of a building, wall, etc|) having an exposed timber framework filled with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-timbered",1,1,1 ], "brick, stone, or plastered laths, as in Tudor architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-time",1,1,1 ], "a rest period between the two halves of a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-title",1,1,1 ], "the short title of a book as printed on the right-hand page preceding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-title",1,1,1 ], "title page" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "half-title",1,1,2 ], "a title on a separate page preceding a section of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-track",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle with caterpillar tracks on the wheels that supply motive power only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "half-truth",1,1,1 ], "a partially true statement intended to mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfback",1,1,1 ], "any of three players positioned behind the line of forwards and in front of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfback",1,1,1 ], "the fullbacks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halfback",1,1,2 ], "either the scrum half or the stand-off half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfback",1,1,3 ], "any of certain similar players in other team sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfback",1,1,4 ], "the position of a player who is halfback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfbeak",1,1,1 ], "Hemiramphidae, having an elongated body with a short upper jaw and a long protruding lower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halfbeak",1,1,1 ], "any marine and freshwater teleost fish of the tropical and subtropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfbeak",1,1,1 ], "jaw" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "halfpenny",1,1,1 ], "a small British coin worth half a new penny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfpenny",1,1,2 ], "an old British coin worth half an old penny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfpenny",1,1,3 ], "the sum represented by half a penny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfpenny",1,1,4 ], "something of negligible value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfpenny",1,1,5 ], "having the value or price of a halfpenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfpenny",1,1,6 ], "of negligible value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halftone",1,1,1,1 ], "a process used to reproduce an illustration by photographing it through a fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halftone",1,1,1,1 ], "screen to break it up into dots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halftone",1,1,1,2 ], "the etched plate thus obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halftone",1,1,1,3 ], "the print obtained from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halftone",1,1,2 ], "a tonal value midway between highlight and dark shading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halftone",1,2,1 ], "relating to, used in, or made by halftone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfway house",1,1,1 ], "a place to rest midway on a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfway house",1,1,2 ], "the halfway point in any progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfway house",1,1,3 ], "a centre or hostel designed to facilitate the readjustment to private life of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfway house",1,1,3 ], "released prisoners, mental patients, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halfway",1,2,1 ], "at or to half the distance; at or to the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfway",1,2,2 ], "in or of an incomplete manner or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfway",1,2,3 ], "meet halfway| to compromise with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfwit",1,1,1 ], "a feeble-minded person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halfwit",1,1,2 ], "a foolish or inane person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halibut",1,1,1 ], "hippoglossus, that is a very important food fish: family Pleuronectidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halibut",1,1,1 ], "the largest flatfish: a dark green North Atlantic species, Hippoglossus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halibut",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related flatfishes, such as Reinhardtius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halibut",1,1,2 ], "hippoglossoides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halide",1,1,1 ], "any binary salt of a halogen acid; a chloride, bromide, iodide, or fluoride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halide",1,1,2 ], "any organic compound containing halogen atoms in its molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halidom",1,1,1 ], "a holy place or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halite",1,1,1 ], "a mineral consisting of sodium chloride in cubic crystalline form, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halite",1,1,1 ], "in sedimentary beds and dried salt lakes: an important source of table salt and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halite",1,1,1 ], "other sodium compounds| Formula: NaCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "halitosis",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of having bad breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall of residence",1,1,1 ], "a residential block in or attached to a university, polytechnic, college, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall stand",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture for hanging coats, hats, etc|, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,1 ], "a room serving as an entry area within a house or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,2 ], "a building for public meetings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,3 ], "the great house of an estate; manor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,4 ], "a large building or room used for assemblies, worship, concerts, dances, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,5 ], "a residential building in a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,5,1 ], "a large room, esp| for dining, in a college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,5,2 ], "a meal eaten in this room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,6 ], "the large room of a house, castle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,7 ], "a passage or corridor into which rooms open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hall",1,1,8 ], "short for music hall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of challah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallelujah",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of praise to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallelujah",1,1,2 ], "an expression of relief or a similar emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallelujah",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of Hallelujah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallelujah",1,2,2 ], "a musical composition that uses the word Hallelujah as its text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halliard",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of halyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallmark",1,1,1 ], "an official series of marks stamped by the London Guild of Goldsmiths on gold," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallmark",1,1,1 ], "silver, or platinum articles to guarantee purity, date of manufacture, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hallmark",1,1,2 ], "a mark or sign of authenticity or excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallmark",1,1,3 ], "an outstanding or distinguishing feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallmark",1,2,1 ], "to stamp with or as if with a hallmark| Also (for senses 1 and 4): platemark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallo",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of hello" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallo",1,5,1 ], "a variant spelling of halloo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halloo",1,1,1 ], "hallo, or halloa sentence substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halloo",1,1,2 ], "a shout to attract attention, esp| to call hounds at a hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halloo",1,2,1 ], "a shout of halloo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halloo",1,3,1 ], "to shout (something) to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halloo",1,3,2 ], "(tr|) to urge on or incite (dogs) with shouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallow",1,1,1 ], "to consecrate or set apart as being holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallow",1,1,2 ], "to venerate as being holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallowed",1,1,1 ], "set apart as sacred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallowed",1,1,2 ], "consecrated or holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallucinate",1,1,1 ], "to experience hallucinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallucination",1,1,1 ], "hypnosis, in some mental disorders, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hallucination",1,1,1 ], "the alleged perception of an object when no object is present, occurring under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallucinogen",1,1,1 ], "any drug, such as LSD or mescaline, that induces hallucinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallucinosis",1,1,1 ], "a mental disorder the symptom of which is hallucinations, commonly associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallucinosis",1,1,1 ], "with the ingestion of alcohol or other drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hallux valgus",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal bending or deviation of the big toe towards the other toes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallux valgus",1,1,1 ], "same foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hallux",1,1,1 ], "big toe of man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hallux",1,1,1 ], "the first digit on the hind foot of a mammal, bird, reptile, or amphibian; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hallway",1,1,1 ], "a hall or corridor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halm",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of haulm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halma",1,1,1 ], "a board game in which players attempt to transfer their pieces from their own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halma",1,1,1 ], "to their opponents' bases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 1, 1],"a disc or ring of light around the head of an angel, saint, etc|, as in",1). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 1, 1],"painting or sculpture",2). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 1, 2],"the aura surrounding an idealized, famous, or admired person, thing, or event",1). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 1, 3],"a circle of light around the sun or moon, caused by the refraction of light by",1). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 1, 3],"particles of ice",2). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 1, 4],"a spherical cloud of stars surrounding the Galaxy and other spiral galaxies",1). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 2, 1],"6or los, loing, loed",1). c_DEF([ "halo" ,1, 2, 2],"to surround with or form a halo",1). c_DEF([ "halo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating salt or the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halo-",1,1,2 ], "relating to or containing a halogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halobiont",1,1,1 ], "a plant or animal that lives in a salty environment such as the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halogen",1,1,1 ], "any of the chemical elements fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halogen",1,1,1 ], "astatine| They are all monovalent and readily form negative ions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halogenate",1,1,1 ], "to treat or combine with a halogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling or derived from a halogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haloid",1,2,1 ], "a compound containing halogen atoms in its molecules; halide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halophyte",1,1,1 ], "a plant that grows in very salty soil, as in a salt marsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halothane",1,1,1 ], "CF3CHBrCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "halothane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile slightly soluble liquid with an odour resembling that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halothane",1,1,1 ], "chloroform; 2-bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane: a general anaesthetic| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halt",1,1,1 ], "an interruption or end to activity, movement, or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",1,1,2 ], "a minor railway station, without permanent buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",1,1,3 ], "call a halt (to)| to put an end (to something); stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",1,3,1 ], "a command to halt, esp| as an order when marching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",1,4,1 ], "to come or bring to a halt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",2,1,1 ], "(esp| of logic or verse) to falter or be defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",2,1,2 ], "to waver or be unsure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",2,1,3 ], "to be lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",2,2,1 ], "lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",2,3,1 ], "the halt| Archaic| lame persons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halt",2,3,2 ], "lameness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halter",1,1,1 ], "a rope or canvas headgear for a horse, usually with a rope for leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halter",1,1,2 ], "a style of woman's top fastened behind the neck and waist, leaving the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halter",1,1,2 ], "and arms bare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halter",1,1,3 ], "a rope having a noose for hanging a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halter",1,1,4 ], "death by hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halter",1,2,1 ], "to secure with or put on a halter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halter",1,2,2 ], "to hang (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haltere",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of short projections in dipterous insects that are modified hind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haltere",1,1,1 ], "wings, used for maintaining equilibrium during flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halting",1,1,1 ], "hesitant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halting",1,1,2 ], "lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halutz" ,1, 1, 1],"(xalu$:ts; English h$a$:!l$uts) n",1). c_DEF([ "halutz" ,1, 1, 2],"a member of an organization of immigrants to Israeli agricultural settlements",1). c_DEF([ "halvah",1,1,1 ], "a Middle Eastern or Indian sweetmeat containing sesame seeds, nuts, rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halvah",1,1,1 ], "water, saffron, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "halve together",1,1,1 ], "to join (two timbers) by cutting each to half its thickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halve",1,1,1 ], "to divide into two approximately equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halve",1,1,2 ], "to share equally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halve",1,1,3 ], "to reduce by half, as by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halve",1,1,4 ], "to take the same number of strokes on (a hole or round) as one's opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "halyard",1,1,1 ], "a line for hoisting or lowering a sail, flag, or spar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ham" ,2, 1, 1, 1],"a licensed amateur radio operator",1). c_DEF([ "ham" ,2, 1, 1, 1],"an actor who overacts or relies on stock gestures or mannerisms",1). c_DEF([ "ham" ,2, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "ham" ,2, 1, 1, 2],"overacting or clumsy acting",1). c_DEF([ "ham" ,2, 1, 1, 3],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "ham" ,2, 2, 1],"to overact",1). c_DEF([ "ham",1,1,1 ], "the hip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ham",1,1,1 ], "the part of the hindquarters of a pig or similar animal between the hock and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ham",1,1,2 ], "the meat of this part, esp| when salted or smoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ham",1,1,2,1 ], "the back of the leg above the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ham",1,1,2,2 ], "the space or area behind the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ham",1,1,3 ], "a cushion used for moulding curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ham-handed",1,1,1 ], "lacking dexterity or elegance; clumsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ham-handed",1,1,2 ], "having large hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamadryad",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of nymphs, each of which inhabits a tree and dies with it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamadryad",1,1,2 ], "another name for king cobra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamadryas",1,1,1 ], "Egyptians: family Cercopithecidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hamadryas",1,1,1 ], "a baboon, Papio (or Comopithecus)hamadryas, of Arabia and NE Africa, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamadryas",1,1,1 ], "long silvery hair on the head, neck, and chest: regarded as sacred by the ancient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hamal",1,1,1 ], "(in the Orient) a porter, bearer, or servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamamelidaceous",1,1,1 ], "family of trees and shrubs that includes the witch hazel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hamamelidaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Hamamelidaceae, a chiefly subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamate",1,1,1 ], "hook-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamburger",1,1,1 ], "a flat fried cake of minced beef, often served in a bread roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hame",1,1,1 ], "either of the two curved bars holding the traces of the harness, attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hame",1,1,1 ], "the collar of a draught animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hamlet",1,1,1 ], "a small village or group of houses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamlet",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) a village without its own church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer and sickle",1,1,1 ], "the emblem on the flag of the Soviet Union, representing the industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer and sickle",1,1,1 ], "workers and the peasants respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer and sickle",1,1,2 ], "a symbolic representation of the Soviet Union or of Communism in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer beam",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of short horizontal beams that project from opposite walls to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer beam",1,1,1 ], "support arched braces and struts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer drill",1,1,1 ], "a rock drill operated by compressed air in which the boring bit is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer drill",1,1,1 ], "attached to the reciprocating piston" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer out",1,1,1 ], "to shape or remove with or as if with a hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer out",1,1,2 ], "conflict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer out",1,1,2 ], "to settle or reconcile (differences, problems, etc|) after much dispute or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool consisting of a heavy usually steel head held transversely on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,1 ], "end of a handle, used for driving in nails, beating metal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,2 ], "any tool or device with a similar function, such as the moving part of a door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,2 ], "knocker, the striking head on a bell, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,3 ], "a power-driven striking tool, esp| one used in forging| A pneumatic hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,3 ], "delivers a repeated blow from a pneumatic ram, a drop hammer uses the energy of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,3 ], "falling weight" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,4 ], "a part of a gunlock that strikes the primer or percussion cap when the trigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,4 ], "is pulled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,4,1 ], "a heavy metal ball attached to a flexible wire: thrown in competitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,4,2 ], "the event or sport of throwing the hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,5 ], "an auctioneer's gavel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,6 ], "a device on a piano that is made to strike a string or group of strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,6 ], "causing them to vibrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,7 ], "the nontechnical name for malleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,8 ], "go (or come)under the hammer| to be offered for sale by an auctioneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,1,9 ], "hammer and tongs| with great effort or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,2,1 ], "to strike or beat (a nail, wood, etc|) with or as if with a hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,3,1 ], "to shape or fashion with or as if with a hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,3,2 ], "(someone) through constant repetition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by away) to impress or force (facts, ideas, etc|) into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,4,1 ], "to feel or sound like hammering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,5,1 ], "to work at constantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,6,1,1 ], "to question in a relentless manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,6,1,2 ], "to criticize severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,6,2 ], "to inflict a defeat on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,7,1,1 ], "to announce the default of (a member)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammer",1,7,1,2 ], "to cause prices of (securities, the market, etc|) to fall by bearish selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammerhead",1,1,1 ], "any ferocious shark of the genus Sphyrna and family Sphyrnidae, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammerhead",1,1,1 ], "flattened hammer-shaped head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammerhead",1,1,2 ], "a heavily built tropical African wading bird, Scopus umbretta, related to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammerhead",1,1,2 ], "herons, having a dark plumage and a long backward-pointing crest: family Scopidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammerhead",1,1,2 ], "order Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hammerhead",1,1,3 ], "a large African fruit bat, Hypsignathus monstrosus, with a large square head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammerhead",1,1,3 ], "and hammer-shaped muzzle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammerless",1,1,1 ], "(of a firearm) having the hammer enclosed so that it is not visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammerlock",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler twists his opponent's arm upwards behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammerlock",1,1,1 ], "his back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammertoe",1,1,1 ], "a deformity of the bones of a toe causing the toe to be bent in a clawlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammertoe",1,1,1 ], "arch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hammertoe",1,1,2 ], "such a toe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammock",1,1,1 ], "a length of canvas, net, etc|, suspended at the ends and used as a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammock",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hummock ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammy",1,1,2 ], "(of an actor) overacting or tending to overact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hammy",1,1,3 ], "(of a play, performance, etc|) overacted or exaggerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamper",1,1,1 ], "to prevent the progress or free movement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamper",1,2,1 ], "gear aboard a vessel that, though essential, is often in the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamper",2,1,1 ], "a large basket, usually with a cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamper",2,1,2 ], "such a basket and its contents, usually food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamper",2,1,3 ], "a laundry basket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamshackle",1,1,1 ], "legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hamshackle",1,1,1 ], "to hobble (a cow, horse, etc|) by tying a rope around the head and one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamster",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian burrowing rodent of the tribe Cricetini, such as Mesocricetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamster",1,1,1 ], "are popular pets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hamster",1,1,1 ], "auratus , having a stocky body, short tail, and cheek pouches: family Cricetidae|They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hamstring" ,1, 1, 1],"one of the tendons at the back of the knee",1). c_DEF([ "hamstring" ,1, 1, 2],"the large tendon at the back of the hock in the hind leg of a horse, etc",1). c_DEF([ "hamstring" ,1, 2, 1],"to cripple by cutting the hamstring of",1). c_DEF([ "hamstring" ,1, 2, 2],"to ruin or thwart",1). c_DEF([ "hamulus",1,1,1 ], "a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hamza",1,1,1 ], "the sign used in Arabic to represent the glottal stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanaper",1,1,1 ], "a small wickerwork basket, often used to hold official papers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hance",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of haunch ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand down",1,1,1 ], "to leave to a later period or generation; bequeath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand down",1,1,2 ], "to pass (an outgrown garment) on from one member of a family to a younger one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand down",1,1,3 ], "to announce or deliver (a verdict)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand glass",1,1,1 ], "a magnifying glass with a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand glass",1,1,2 ], "a small mirror with a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand glass",1,1,3 ], "a small glazed frame for seedlings or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand grenade",1,1,1 ], "a small metal canister containing explosives, usually activated by a short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand grenade",1,1,1 ], "fuse and used in close combat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hand in",1,1,1 ], "to return or submit (something, such as an examination paper)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand on",1,1,1 ], "to pass to the next in a succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand organ",1,1,1 ], "another name for barrel organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand over",1,1,1 ], "to surrender possession of transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,1,1 ], "four fingers, and a palm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,1,1 ], "the prehensile part of the body at the end of the arm, consisting of a thumb," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,1,2 ], "the bones of this part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,10 ], "a contrastive aspect, condition, etc| (in the phrases on the one hand, on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,10 ], "other hand)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,11 ], "(preceded by an ordinal number) source or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,12 ], "a person, esp| one who creates something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,13 ], "a labourer or manual worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,14 ], "a member of a ship's crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,15 ], "another name for index ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,16 ], "a person's handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,17 ], "a round of applause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,18 ], "ability or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,19 ], "a manner or characteristic way of doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding or similar part in animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,20 ], "a unit of length measurement equalling four inches, used for measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,20 ], "height of horses, usually from the front hoof to the withers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,21 ], "a cluster or bundle, esp| of bananas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,22 ], "a shoulder of pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,23 ], "one of the two possible mirror-image forms of an asymmetric object, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,23 ], "the direction of the helix in a screw thread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,24 ], "a free hand| freedom to do as desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,25 ], "a heavy hand| tyranny, persecution, or oppression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,26 ], "a high hand| an oppressive or dictatorial manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,27 ], "(near) at hand| very near or close, esp| in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,28 ], "at someone's handfrom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,29 ], "by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,29,1 ], "by manual rather than mechanical means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,29,2 ], "by messenger or personally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,3 ], "something resembling this in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,3,1 ], "the cards dealt to one or all players in one round of a card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,3,2 ], "a player holding such cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,3,3 ], "one round of a card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,30 ], "come to hand| to become available; be received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,31 ], "force someone's hand| to force someone to act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,32 ], "from hand to hand| from one person to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,33 ], "from hand to mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,33,1 ], "in poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,33,2 ], "without preparation or planning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,34 ], "hand and foot| in all ways possible; completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,35 ], "hand in glove| in close association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,36 ], "hand in hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,36,1 ], "together; jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,36,2 ], "clasping each other's hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,37 ], "hand over fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,37,1 ], "in an easy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,37,2 ], "in large amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,38 ], "hold one's hand| to stop or postpone a planned action or punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,39 ], "hold someone's hand| to support, help, or guide someone, esp| by giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,39 ], "sympathy or moral support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,4 ], "agency or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,40 ], "in hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,40,1 ], "in possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,40,2 ], "under control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,40,3 ], "receiving attention or being acted on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,40,4 ], "available for use; in reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,40,5 ], "with deferred payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,41 ], "keep one's hand in| to continue or practise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,42 ], "on hand| close by; present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,43 ], "out of hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,43,1 ], "beyond control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,43,2 ], "without reservation or deeper examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,44 ], "set one's hand to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,44,1 ], "to sign (a document)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,44,2 ], "to start (a task or undertaking)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,45 ], "show one's hand| to reveal one's stand, opinion, or plans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,46 ], "take in hand| to discipline; control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,47 ], "throw one's hand in| to give up or discontinue a venture, game, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,48 ], "to hand| accessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,49 ], "try one's hand| to attempt to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,49,1 ], "of or involving the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,49,2 ], "made to be carried in or worn on the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,49,3 ], "operated by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,5 ], "a part in something done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,50 ], "made by hand rather than by a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,6 ], "assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,7 ], "a pointer on a dial, indicator, or gauge, esp| on a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,8 ], "acceptance or pledge of partnership, as in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,9 ], "a position or direction indicated by its location to the side of an object or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,1,9 ], "the observer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,2,1 ], "to transmit or offer by the hand or hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,2,2 ], "to help or lead with the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,2,3 ], "to furl (a sail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand",1,2,4 ], "hand it to someone| to give credit to someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand's-breadth",1,1,1 ], "another name for handbreadth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand-held",1,1,1 ], "(of a film camera) held rather than mounted, as in close-up action shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand-knit" ,1, 1, 1],"knitted by hand, not on a machine",1). c_DEF([ "hand-knit" ,1, 2, 1],"ting, -knitted or -knit",1). c_DEF([ "hand-knit" ,1, 2, 2],"to knit (garments, etc|) by hand",1). c_DEF([ "hand-me-down",1,1,1,1 ], "anything that has already been used by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand-me-down",1,1,1,1 ], "something, esp| an outgrown garment, passed down from one person to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand-me-down",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand-off" ,1, 1, 1],"the act of warding off an opposing player with the open hand",1). c_DEF([ "hand-off" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "hand-off" ,1, 3, 1],"to ward off (an opponent) using a hand-off",1). c_DEF([ "hand-out" ,1, 1, 1],"clothing, food, or money given to a needy person",1). c_DEF([ "hand-out" ,1, 1, 2],"a leaflet, free sample, etc|, given out to publicize something",1). c_DEF([ "hand-out" ,1, 1, 3],"a statement or other document distributed to the press or an audience to",1). c_DEF([ "hand-out" ,1, 1, 3],"confirm, supplement, or replace an oral presentation",2). c_DEF([ "hand-out" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "hand-out" ,1, 3, 1],"to distribute",1). c_DEF([ "hand-pick",1,1,1 ], "to choose or select with great care, as for a special job or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand-to-hand",1,2,1 ], "at close quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hand-to-mouth",1,2,1 ], "with barely enough money or food to satisfy immediate needs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbag",1,1,1 ], ", pocketbook (U|S|)| a woman's small bag carried to contain personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbag",1,1,1 ], "articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handbag",1,1,2 ], "a small suitcase that can be carried by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handball",1,1,1 ], "a game in which two or four people strike a ball against a wall or walls with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handball",1,1,1 ], "the hand, usually gloved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handball",1,1,2 ], "the small hard rubber ball used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handball",1,2,1 ], "to pass (the ball) with a blow of the fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbarrow",1,1,1 ], "a flat tray for transporting loads, usually carried by two men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbell",1,1,1 ], "a bell rung by hand, esp| one of a tuned set used in musical performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbill",1,1,1 ], "a small printed notice for distribution by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbook",1,1,1 ], "a reference book listing brief facts on a subject or place or directions for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbook",1,1,1 ], "maintenance or repair, as of a car" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handbrake",1,1,1 ], "a brake operated by a hand lever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbrake",1,1,2 ], "the lever that operates the handbrake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handbreadth",1,1,1 ], "the width of a hand used as an indication of length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handcart",1,1,1 ], "a simple cart, usually with one or two wheels, pushed or drawn by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handclasp",1,1,1 ], "another word for handshake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handcraft",1,1,1 ], "another word for handicraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handcraft",1,2,1 ], "to make by handicraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handcuff",1,1,1 ], "to put handcuffs on (a person); manacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handcuff",1,2,1 ], "a pair of locking metal rings joined by a short bar or chain for securing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handcuff",1,2,1 ], "prisoners, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handfast",1,1,1 ], "an agreement, esp| of marriage, confirmed by a handshake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handfast",1,1,2 ], "a firm grip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handfast",1,2,1 ], "to betroth or marry (two persons or another person) by joining the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handfast",1,2,2 ], "to grip with the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handfasting",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for betrothal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handfasting",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a kind of trial marriage marked by the formal joining of hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handfeed",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to feed (a person or an animal) by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handfeed",1,1,2 ], "rather than use a self-feeding system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handfeed",1,1,2 ], "to give food to (poultry or livestock) in fixed amounts and at fixed times," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handful",1,1,1 ], "the amount or number that can be held in the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handful",1,1,2 ], "a small number or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handful",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing difficult to manage or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handgrip",1,1,1 ], "another word for grip ,1,and 7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handgrip",1,1,2 ], "a covering, usually of towelling or rubber, that makes the handle of a racket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handgrip",1,1,2 ], "or club easier to hold|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handgun",1,1,1 ], "a firearm that can be held, carried, and fired with one hand, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handgun",1,1,1 ], "pistol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handhold",1,1,1 ], "an object, crevice, etc|, that can be used as a grip or support, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handhold",1,1,1 ], "climbing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handhold",1,1,2 ], "a grip or secure hold with the hand or hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 1, 1],"something that hampers or hinders",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 1, 2],"a contest, esp| a race, in which competitors are given advantages or",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 1, 2],"disadvantages of weight, distance, time, etc|, in an attempt to equalize their chances of",2). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 1, 2],"winning",3). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 1, 3],"the advantage or disadvantage prescribed",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 1, 4],"any physical disability, esp| one affecting the normal ability to move or",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 1, 4],"manipulate objects",2). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 3, 1],"to be a hindrance or disadvantage to",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 3, 2],"to assign a handicap or handicaps to",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 3, 3, 1],"to attempt to forecast the winner of (a contest, esp| a horse race)",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 3, 3, 2],"to assign odds for or against (a contestant)",1). c_DEF([ "handicap" ,1, 3, 3],"to organize (a contest) by handicapping",1). c_DEF([ "handicapped",1,1,1 ], "physically disabled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicapped",1,1,2 ], "denoting a person whose social behaviour or emotional reactions are in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicapped",1,1,2 ], "way impaired" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handicapped",1,1,3 ], "(of a competitor) assigned a handicap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicapper",1,1,1 ], "an official appointed to assign handicaps to competitors in such sports as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicapper",1,1,1 ], "golf and horse racing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handicapper",1,1,2 ], "a newspaper columnist employed to estimate the chances that horses have of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicapper",1,1,2 ], "winning races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handicraft",1,1,1 ], "skill or dexterity in working with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicraft",1,1,2 ], "a particular skill or art performed with the hands, such as weaving, pottery," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handicraft",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handicraft",1,1,3 ], "the work produced by such a skill or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handily",1,1,1 ], "in a handy way or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handily",1,1,2 ], "conveniently or suitably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handily",1,1,3 ], "easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handiwork",1,1,1 ], "work performed or produced by hand, such as embroidery or pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handiwork",1,1,2 ], "the result of the action or endeavours of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handkerchief",1,1,1 ], "a small square of soft absorbent material, such as linen, silk, or soft paper," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handkerchief",1,1,1 ], "carried and used to wipe the nose, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,1,1 ], "the part of a utensil, drawer, etc|, designed to be held in order to move," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,1,1 ], "use, or pick up the object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,1,2 ], "a title put before a person's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,1,3 ], "an opportunity, reason, or excuse for doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,1,4 ], "the quality, as of textiles, perceived by touching or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,1,5 ], "the total amount of a bet on a horse race or similar event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,1,6 ], "fly off the handle| Informal| to become suddenly extremely angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,2,1 ], "to pick up and hold, move, or touch with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,2,2 ], "to operate or employ using the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,2,3 ], "to have power or control over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,2,4 ], "to manage successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,2,5 ], "to discuss (a theme, subject, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,2,6 ], "to deal with or treat in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,2,7 ], "to trade or deal in (specified merchandise)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handle",1,3,1 ], "to react or respond in a specified way to operation or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handlebar moustache",1,1,1 ], "a bushy extended moustache with curled ends that resembles handlebars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handlebars",1,1,1 ], "a metal bar having its ends curved to form handles, used for steering a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handlebars",1,1,1 ], "bicycle, motorcycle, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handler",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds or incites a dog, gamecock, etc|, esp| in a race or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handler",1,1,1 ], "contest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handler",1,1,2 ], "the trainer or second of a boxer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handling",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of picking up, turning over, or touching something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handling",1,1,2 ], "treatment, as of a theme in literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handling",1,1,2,1 ], "the process by which a commodity is packaged, transported, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handling",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handling",1,1,3 ], "the act of receiving property that one knows or believes to be stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handmade",1,1,1 ], "made by hand, not by machine, esp| with care or craftsmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handmaiden",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that serves a useful but subordinate purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handmaiden",1,1,2 ], "a female servant or attendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handrail",1,1,1 ], "a rail alongside a stairway, etc|, at a convenient height to be grasped to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handrail",1,1,1 ], "provide support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,1 ], "power or keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,10 ], "in good hands| in protective care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,11 ], "join hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,11,1 ], "to become married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,11,2 ], "to enter into partnership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,12 ], "lay hands on or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,12,1 ], "to seize or get possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,12,2 ], "to beat up; assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,12,3 ], "to find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,12,4 ], "Christianity| to confirm or ordain by the imposition of hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,13 ], "off one's hands| for which one is no longer responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,14 ], "on one's hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,14,1 ], "for which one is responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,14,2 ], "to spare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,15 ], "throw up one's hands| to give up in despair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,16 ], "wash one's hands of| to have nothing more to do with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,2 ], "the infringement of touching the ball with any part of the hand or arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,3 ], "change hands| to pass from the possession of one person or group to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,4 ], "clean hands| freedom from guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,5 ], "hands down| without effort; easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,6 ], "hands off| do not touch or interfere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,7 ], "given by an armed robber to a victim, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,7 ], "hands up!raise the hands above the level of the shoulders, an order usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,8 ], "have one's hands full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,8,1 ], "to be completely occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,8,2 ], "to be beset with problems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hands",1,1,9 ], "have one's hands tied| to be wholly unable to act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsaw",1,1,1 ], "any saw for use in one hand only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsel",1,1,1 ], "a gift for good luck at the beginning of a new year, new venture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsel",1,3,1 ], "to give a handsel to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsel",1,3,2 ], "to begin (a venture) with ceremony; inaugurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handset",1,1,1 ], "a telephone mouthpiece and earpiece mounted so that they can be held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handset",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously to mouth and ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handshake",1,1,1 ], "agreeing on a deal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handshake",1,1,1 ], "the act of grasping and shaking a person's hand, as when being introduced or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsome",1,1,1 ], "(of a man) good-looking, esp| in having regular, pleasing, and well-defined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsome",1,1,1 ], "features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handsome",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman) fine-looking in a dignified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsome",1,1,3 ], "well-proportioned, stately, or comely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsome",1,1,4 ], "liberal or ample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handsome",1,1,5 ], "gracious or generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handspike",1,1,1 ], "a bar or length of pipe used as a lever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handspring",1,1,1 ], "a gymnastic feat in which a person starts from a standing position and leaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handspring",1,1,1 ], "forwards or backwards into a handstand and then onto his feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handstand",1,1,1 ], "down position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handstand",1,1,1 ], "the act or instance of supporting the body on the hands alone in an upside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handstroke",1,1,1 ], "ringer to grasp and pull it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "handstroke",1,1,1 ], "the downward movement of the bell rope as the bell swings around allowing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handwriting",1,1,1 ], "writing by hand rather than by typing or printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handwriting",1,1,2 ], "a person's characteristic writing style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handwritten",1,1,1 ], "written by hand; not printed or typed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handy",1,1,1 ], "handier, handiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handy",1,1,2 ], "conveniently or easily within reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handy",1,1,3 ], "easy to manoeuvre, handle, or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handy",1,1,4 ], "skilful with one's hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handyman",1,1,1 ], "a man employed to do various tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "handyman",1,1,2 ], "a man skilled in odd jobs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang about",1,1,1 ], "to waste time; loiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang about",1,1,2 ], "to frequent the company (of someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang back",1,1,1 ], "to be reluctant to go forward or carry on (with some activity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang behind",1,1,1 ], "to remain in a place after others have left linger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang in",1,1,1 ], "to persist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang on",1,1,1 ], "to continue or persist in an activity, esp| with effort or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang on",1,1,2 ], "to cling, grasp, or hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang on",1,1,3 ], "to be conditioned or contingent on; depend on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang on",1,1,4 ], "Also: hang onto, hang upon| to listen attentively to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang on",1,1,5 ], "to wait or remain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang out" ,1, 1, 1],"airing",2). c_DEF([ "hang out" ,1, 1, 1],"to suspend, be suspended, or lean, esp| from an opening, as for display or",1). c_DEF([ "hang out" ,1, 2, 1],"to live at or frequent a place",1). c_DEF([ "hang out" ,1, 2, 2],"out)",2). c_DEF([ "hang out" ,1, 2, 2],"to relax completely in an unassuming way (esp| in the phrase let it all hang",1). c_DEF([ "hang out" ,1, 3, 1],"to act or speak freely, in an open, cooperative, or indiscreet manner",1). c_DEF([ "hang together",1,1,1 ], "to be cohesive or united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang together",1,1,2 ], "to be consistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang up" ,1, 1, 1],"to put on a hook, hanger, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "hang up" ,1, 1, 2],"often breaking a conversation off abruptly",2). c_DEF([ "hang up" ,1, 1, 2],"to replace (a telephone receiver) on its cradle at the end of a conversation,",1). c_DEF([ "hang up" ,1, 2, 1],"to cause to have an emotional or psychological preoccupation or problem",1). c_DEF([ "hang",1,1,1 ], "to fasten or be fastened from above, esp| by a cord, chain, etc|; suspend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,1,2 ], "around or at the place of suspension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,1,2 ], "to place or be placed in position as by a hinge so as to allow free movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,10,1 ], "the way in which something hangs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,10,2 ], "a damn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,10,3 ], "get the hang of| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,10,3,1 ], "to understand the technique of doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,10,3,2 ], "to perceive the meaning or significance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,2,1 ], "to be suspended or poised; hover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,3,1 ], "to be imminent; threaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,4,1 ], "balance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,4,1 ], "to be or remain doubtful or unresolved (esp| in the phrase hang in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,4,2 ], "to suspend or be suspended by the neck until dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,5,1 ], "to fasten, fix, or attach in position or at an appropriate angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,6,1 ], "to decorate, furnish, or cover with something suspended or fastened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,7,1 ], "to fasten to or suspend from a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,7,2 ], "or (of a picture or a painter, etc|) to be exhibited in an art gallery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,7,2 ], "to exhibit (a picture or pictures) by (a particular painter, printmaker, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,7,3 ], "to fall or droop or allow to fall or droop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,7,4 ], "(of cloth, clothing, etc|) to drape, fall, or flow, esp| in a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,7,4 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,8,1 ], "therefore more tender and tasty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,8,1 ], "to suspend (game such as pheasant) so that it becomes slightly decomposed and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,8,2 ], "(of a jury) to prevent or be prevented from reaching a verdict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,8,3 ], "to damn or be damned: used in mild curses or interjections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,9,1 ], "to pass slowly (esp| in the phrase time hangs heavily)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang",1,9,2 ], "hang fire| to procrastinate or delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang-glider",1,1,1 ], "an unpowered aircraft consisting of a large cloth wing stretched over a light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hang-glider",1,1,1 ], "flight" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hang-glider",1,1,1 ], "framework from which the pilot hangs in a harness, using a horizontal bar to control the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hangar",1,1,1 ], "a large workshop or building for storing and maintaining aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hangbird",1,1,1 ], "any bird, esp| the Baltimore oriole, that builds a hanging nest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hangdog",1,1,1 ], "downcast, furtive, or guilty in appearance or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hangdog",1,2,1 ], "a furtive or sneaky person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanger",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who hangs something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanger",1,1,1,1 ], "any support, such as a hook, strap, peg, or loop, on or by which something may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanger",1,1,1,1 ], "be hung" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hanger",1,1,1,2 ], "paperhanger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanger",1,1,2 ], "a bracket designed to attach one part of a mechanical structure to another," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanger",1,1,2 ], "such as the one that attaches the spring shackle of a motor car to the chassis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hanger",1,1,3 ], "a type of dagger worn on a sword belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanger-on",1,1,1 ], "a sycophantic follower or dependant, esp| one hoping for personal gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging valley",1,1,1 ], "a tributary valley entering a main valley at a much higher level because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging valley",1,1,1 ], "overdeepening of the main valley, esp| by glacial erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hanging wall",1,1,1 ], "the rocks on the upper side of an inclined fault plane or mineral vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,1,1,1 ], "noose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,1,1,1 ], "the putting of a person to death by suspending the body by the neck from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,1,2 ], "a decorative textile such as a tapestry or drapery hung on a wall or over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,1,2 ], "window" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,1,3 ], "the act of a person or thing that hangs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,2,1 ], "not supported from below; suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,2,2 ], "undecided; still under discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,2,3 ], "inclining or projecting downwards; overhanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,2,4 ], "situated on a steep slope or in a high place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanging",1,2,5 ], "given to issuing harsh sentences, esp| death sentences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hangman",1,1,1 ], "an official who carries out a sentence of hanging on condemned criminals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hangnail",1,1,1 ], "a piece of skin torn away from, but still attached to, the base or side of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hangnail",1,1,1 ], "fingernail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hangover",1,1,1 ], "period of time, characterized by headache and sometimes nausea and dizziness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hangover",1,1,1 ], "the delayed aftereffects of drinking too much alcohol in a relatively short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hangover",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing left over from or influenced by a past age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hank",1,1,1 ], "a loop, coil, or skein, as of rope, wool, or yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hank",1,1,2 ], "a ringlike fitting that can be opened to admit a stay for attaching the luff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hank",1,1,2 ], "of a sail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hank",1,1,3 ], "a unit of measurement of cloth, yarn, etc|, such as a length of 840 yards (767" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hank",1,1,3 ], "m) of cotton or 560 yards (512 m) of worsted yarn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hank",1,2,1 ], "to attach (a sail) to a stay by hanks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanker",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by for, after, or an infinitive) to have a yearning (for something or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanker",1,1,1 ], "to do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hanky",1,1,1 ], "short for handkerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanky-panky",1,1,1 ], "dubious or suspicious behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanky-panky",1,1,2 ], "foolish behaviour or talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hanky-panky",1,1,3 ], "illicit sexual relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hansel",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of handsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hansom",1,1,1 ], "a two-wheeled one-horse carriage with a fixed hood|The driver sits on a high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hansom",1,1,1 ], "outside seat at the rear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hap" ,1, 1, 1],"luck; chance",1). c_DEF([ "hap" ,1, 1, 2],"an occurrence",1). c_DEF([ "hap" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) an archaic word for happen",1). c_DEF([ "hapax legomenon",1,1,1 ], "another term for nonce word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haphazard",1,2,1 ], "at random" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haphazard",1,3,1 ], "careless; slipshod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haphazard",1,4,1 ], "chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hapless",1,1,1 ], "unfortunate; wretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haplite",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of aplite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haplo-",1,1,1 ], "single or simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haplography",1,1,1 ], "endodontics as endontics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haplography",1,1,1 ], "the accidental omission of a letter or syllable in writing, as in spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haploid" ,1, 1, 1],"a haploid cell or organism",1). c_DEF([ "haplology",1,1,1 ], "for example in the pronunciation of library as (!la$Ibr$I)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haplology",1,1,1 ], "omission of a repeated occurrence of a sound or syllable in fluent speech, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haplosis",1,1,1 ], "the production of a haploid number of chromosomes during meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haply",1,1,1 ], "as modifier an archaic word for perhaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen by",1,1,1 ], "to appear, arrive, or come casually or by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen on",1,1,1 ], "to find by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,1,1 ], "(of an event in time) to come about or take place; occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,2,1 ], "(of some unforeseen circumstance or event, esp| death) , to fall to the lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,2,1 ], "(of); be a source of good or bad fortune (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,3,1 ], "to chance (to be or do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,4,1 ], "to be the case, esp| if by chance, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,6,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,6,1,1 ], "another word for perhaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happen",1,6,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happening",1,1,1 ], "an occurrence; event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happening",1,1,2 ], "an improvised or spontaneous display or performance consisting of bizarre and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happening",1,1,2 ], "haphazard events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "happenstance",1,1,1 ], "chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happenstance",1,1,2 ], "a chance occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy hunting ground",1,1,1 ], "(in American Indian legend) the paradise to which a person passes after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,1,2 ], "feeling, showing, or expressing joy; pleased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,1,3 ], "causing joy or gladness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,1,4 ], "fortunate; lucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,1,5 ], "aptly expressed; appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,2,1 ], "slightly intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,2,2 ], "happy event| Informal| the birth of a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,2,3 ], "happy medium| a course or state that avoids extremes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,2,4 ], "happy release| liberation, esp| by death, from an unpleasant condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy",1,3,1 ], "(in combination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "happy-go-lucky",1,1,1 ], "carefree or easygoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hapten",1,1,1 ], "an incomplete antigen that can stimulate antibody production only when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hapten",1,1,1 ], "complexed to a particular protein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hapteron",1,1,1 ], "a cell or group of cells that occurs in certain plants, esp| seaweeds, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hapteron",1,1,1 ], "attaches the plant to its substratum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haptic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or based on the sense of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haptotropism",1,1,1 ], "another name for thigmotropism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harakiri",1,1,1 ], "(in Japan) ritual suicide by disembowelment with a sword when disgraced or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harakiri",1,1,1 ], "under sentence of death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harambee",1,1,1 ], "a work chant used on the E African coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harambee",1,1,2 ], "a rallying cry used in Kenya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harambee",1,2,1 ], "a cry of harambee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harangue",1,1,1 ], "to address (a person or crowd) in an angry, vehement, or forcefully persuasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harangue",1,1,1 ], "way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harangue",1,2,1 ], "a loud, forceful, or angry speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harass",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harass",1,1,1 ], "to trouble, torment, or confuse by continual persistent attacks, questions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbinger",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that announces or indicates the approach of something;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbinger",1,1,1 ], "forerunner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harbinger",1,1,2 ], "a person sent in advance of a royal party or army to obtain lodgings for them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbinger",1,2,1 ], "to announce the approach or arrival of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbour master",1,1,1 ], "an official in charge of a harbour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbour seal",1,1,1 ], "a common earless seal, Phoca vitulina, that is greyish-black with paler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbour seal",1,1,1 ], "markings: occurs off the coasts of North America, N Europe, and NE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harbour",1,1,1 ], "a sheltered port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbour",1,1,2 ], "a place of refuge or safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbour",1,2,1 ], "to give shelter to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbour",1,3,1 ], "to maintain secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbour",1,3,2 ], "to shelter (a vessel) in a harbour or (of a vessel) to seek shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harbourage",1,1,1 ], "shelter or refuge, as for a ship, or a place providing shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard and fast",1,1,1 ], "(of rules, etc|) invariable or strict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard cheese",1,2,1 ], "bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard cider",1,1,1 ], "fermented apple juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard coal",1,1,1 ], "another name for anthracite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard copy",1,1,1 ], "computer output that can be read by the eye, as contrasted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard copy",1,1,1 ], "machine-readable output such as magnetic tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard core" ,1, 1, 1],"change",2). c_DEF([ "hard core" ,1, 1, 1],"the members of a group or movement who form an intransigent nucleus resisting",1). c_DEF([ "hard core" ,1, 1, 2],"material, such as broken bricks, stones, etc|, used to form a foundation for a",1). c_DEF([ "hard core" ,1, 1, 2],"road, paving, building, etc",2). c_DEF([ "hard court",1,1,1 ], "a tennis court made of asphalt, concrete, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard hat" ,1, 1, 1],"a hat made of a hard material for protection, worn esp| by construction",1). c_DEF([ "hard hat" ,1, 1, 1],"workers",2). c_DEF([ "hard hat" ,1, 1, 2],"a construction worker",1). c_DEF([ "hard labour",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the penalty of compulsory physical labour imposed in addition to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard labour",1,1,1 ], "sentence of imprisonment: abolished in England in 1948" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard landing",1,1,1 ], "a landing by a rocket or spacecraft in which the vehicle is destroyed on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard landing",1,1,1 ], "impact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard line",1,1,1 ], "an uncompromising course or policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard lines",1,2,1 ], "bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard palate",1,1,1 ], "soft palate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard palate",1,1,1 ], "the anterior bony portion of the roof of the mouth, extending backwards to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard paste",1,1,1,1 ], "from the early 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard paste",1,1,1,1 ], "porcelain made with kaolin and petuntse, of Chinese origin and made in Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard paste",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard rock",1,1,1 ], "a rhythmically simple and usually highly amplified style of rock-and-roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard rubber",1,1,1 ], "a hard fairly inelastic material made by vulcanizing natural rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard sauce",1,1,1 ], "butter and sugar creamed together with rum or brandy and served with rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard sauce",1,1,1 ], "puddings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard sell",1,1,1 ], "an aggressive insistent technique of selling or advertising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard shoulder",1,1,1 ], "a surfaced verge running along the edge of a motorway for emergency stops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard wheat",1,1,1 ], "a type of wheat with hard kernels, yielding a strong flour and used for bread," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard wheat",1,1,1 ], "macaroni, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,1 ], "firm or rigid; not easily dented, crushed, or pierced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,10 ], "tough or adamant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,11 ], "forceful or violent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,12 ], "cool or uncompromising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,13 ], "indisputable; real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,14 ], "(of water) impairing the formation of a lather by soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,15 ], "practical, shrewd, or calculating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,16 ], "too harsh to be pleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,16,1 ], "(of cash, money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,17 ], "in coin rather than paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,17,2 ], "(of currency) high and stable in exchange value and backed by bullion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,17,3 ], "(of credit) difficult to obtain; tight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,18 ], "(of alcoholic drink) being a spirit rather than a wine, beer, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,19 ], "(of a drug such as heroin, morphine, or cocaine) highly addictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,2 ], "toughened by or as if by physical labour; not soft or smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,20 ], "(of radiation, such as gamma rays and x-rays) having high energy and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,20 ], "ability to penetrate solids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,21 ], "(of goods) durable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,22 ], "short for hard-core" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,22,1 ], "an older word for fortis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,22,1 ], "being heavily fortified and protected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,22,2 ], "(not in modern technical usage) denoting the consonants c and g in English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,22,2 ], "(of nuclear armament) located underground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,22,2 ], "when they are pronounced as velar stops (k, g)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,22,3 ], "(of consonants in the Slavonic languages) not palatalized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,23 ], "incorrigible or disreputable (esp| in the phrase a hard case)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,24 ], "(of bread, etc|) stale and old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,25 ], "a hard nut to crack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,25,1 ], "a person not easily persuaded or won over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,25,2 ], "a thing not easily understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,26 ], "hard by| near; close by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,27 ], "hard of hearing| deaf or partly deaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,28 ], "hard up| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,28,1 ], "in need of money; poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,28,2 ], "(foll| by for) in great need (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,29 ], "from (a person)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,29 ], "put the hard word on (someone)| Austral| informal| to ask or demand something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,3 ], "difficult to do or accomplish; arduous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,4 ], "difficult to understand or perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,5 ], "application" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,5 ], "showing or requiring considerable physical or mental energy, effort, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,6 ], "stern, cold, or intractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,7 ], "exacting; demanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,8 ], "harsh; cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,1,9 ], "inflicting pain, sorrow, distress, or hardship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,1 ], "with great energy, force, or vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,10 ], "hard put scarcely having the capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,11 ], "(to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,2 ], "as far as possible; all the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,3 ], "with application; earnestly or intently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,4 ], "with great intensity, force, or violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,5 ], "(foll| by on, upon, by, or after) close; near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,6 ], "(foll| by at) assiduously; devotedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,6,1 ], "with effort or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,7 ], "slowly and reluctantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,8 ], "go hard with| to cause pain or difficulty to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,2,9 ], "hard at it| working hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,3,1 ], "any colorant that produces a harsh coarse appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,3,2 ], "a roadway across a foreshore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,3,3 ], "hard labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard",1,3,4 ], "an erection of the penis (esp| in the phrase get or have a hard on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-bitten",1,1,1 ], "tough and realistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-boiled",1,1,1 ], "(of an egg) boiled until the yolk and white are solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-boiled",1,1,1,1 ], "tough, realistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-boiled",1,1,1,2 ], "cynical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-edge",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a style of painting in which vividly coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-edge",1,1,1 ], "subjects are clearly delineated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard-headed",1,1,1 ], "tough, realistic, or shrewd; not moved by sentiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-headed",1,1,2 ], "stubborn; obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-hit",1,1,1 ], "seriously affected or hurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-mouthed",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) not responding satisfactorily to a pull on the bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-mouthed",1,1,2 ], "stubborn; obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-nosed",1,1,1 ], "tough, shrewd, and practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-pressed",1,1,1 ], "in difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-pressed",1,1,2 ], "subject to severe competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-pressed",1,1,3 ], "subject to severe attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-pressed",1,1,4 ], "closely pursued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-shell clam",1,1,1 ], "another name for the quahog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-shell crab",1,1,1 ], "a crab, esp| of the edible species Cancer pagurus, that has not recently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-shell crab",1,1,1 ], "moulted and therefore has a hard shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hard-shell",1,1,1 ], "having a shell or carapace that is thick, heavy, or hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-shell",1,1,2 ], "strictly orthodox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-shell",1,2,1 ], "another name for the quahog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-spun",1,1,1 ], "(of yarn) spun with a firm close twist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-wearing",1,1,1 ], "resilient, durable, and tough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hard-working",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) industrious diligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardback",1,1,1 ], "a book or edition with covers of cloth, cardboard, or leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardback",1,2,1 ], ", hardcover | of or denoting a hardback or the publication of hardbacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardbake",1,1,1 ], "almond toffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardboard",1,1,1 ], "a thin stiff sheet made of compressed sawdust and woodchips bound together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardboard",1,1,1 ], "with plastic adhesive or resin under heat and pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harden off",1,1,1 ], "to accustom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden off",1,1,2 ], "(a cultivated plant) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden off",1,1,3 ], "(of such a plant) to become accustomed to outdoor conditions by repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden off",1,1,3 ], "exposure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harden up",1,1,1 ], "to tighten the sheets of a sailing vessel so as to prevent luffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become hard or harder; freeze, stiffen, or set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",1,1,2 ], "to make or become more hardy, tough, or unfeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",1,1,3 ], "to make or become stronger or firmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",1,1,4 ], "to make or become more resolute or set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",1,2,1,1 ], "(of prices, a market, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",1,2,2 ], "to cease to fluctuate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",1,2,2,2 ], "(of price) to rise higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harden",2,1,1 ], "a rough fabric made from hards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardened",1,1,1 ], "rigidly set, as in a mode of behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardened",1,1,2 ], "toughened, as by custom; seasoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardener",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that hardens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardener",1,1,2 ], "a substance added to paint or varnish to increase durability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardener",1,1,3 ], "an ingredient of certain adhesives that accelerates or promotes setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardening of the arteries",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for arteriosclerosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardening",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of becoming or making hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardening",1,1,2 ], "a substance added to another substance or material to make it harder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardhack",1,1,1 ], "a woody North American rosaceous plant, Spiraea tomentosa, with downy leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardhack",1,1,1 ], "and tapering clusters of small pink or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hardheads",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing|) a thistle-like plant, Centaurea nigra, native to Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardheads",1,1,1 ], "and introduced into North America and New Zealand, that has reddish-purple flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hardheads",1,1,1 ], "heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hardhearted",1,1,1 ], "unkind or intolerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardihood",1,1,1 ], "courage, daring, or audacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardily",1,1,1 ], "in a hardy manner; toughly or boldly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardiness",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being hardy, robust, or bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardly",1,1,1 ], "scarcely; barely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardly",1,1,2 ], "just; only just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardly",1,1,3 ], "almost or probably not or not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardly",1,1,4 ], "with difficulty or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardly",1,1,5 ], "harshly or cruelly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardness",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardness",1,1,2 ], "abrasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hardness",1,1,2 ], "one of several measures of resistance to indentation, deformation, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardness",1,1,3 ], "the presence of certain calcium salts| Temporary hardness can be removed by boiling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hardness",1,1,3 ], "the quality of water that causes it to impair the lathering of soap: caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardness",1,1,3 ], "whereas permanent hardness cannot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hardpan",1,1,1 ], "a hard impervious layer of clay below the soil, resistant to drainage and root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardpan",1,1,1 ], "growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hards",1,1,1 ], "coarse fibres and other refuse from flax and hemp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardship",1,1,1 ], "conditions of life difficult to endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardship",1,1,2 ], "something that causes suffering or privation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardtack",1,1,1 ], "a kind of hard saltless biscuit, formerly eaten esp| by sailors as a staple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardtack",1,1,1 ], "aboard ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hardtop",1,1,1 ], "a car equipped with a metal or plastic roof that is sometimes detachable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardtop",1,1,2 ], "the detachable hard roof of some sports cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardware",1,1,1 ], "metal tools, implements, etc|, esp| cutlery or cooking utensils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardware",1,1,2 ], "processing unit, peripheral devices, and memory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hardware",1,1,2 ], "the physical equipment used in a computer system, such as the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardware",1,1,3 ], "mechanical equipment, components, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardware",1,1,4 ], "heavy military equipment, such as tanks and missiles or their parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardware",1,1,5 ], "a gun or guns collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardwood",1,1,1 ], "beech, ash, etc|, as distinguished from the wood of a conifer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hardwood",1,1,1 ], "the wood of any of numerous broad-leaved dicotyledonous trees, such as oak," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardwood",1,1,2 ], "any tree from which this wood is obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardy",1,1,1 ], "dier, diest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardy",1,1,2 ], "having or demanding a tough constitution; robust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardy",1,1,3 ], "bold; courageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardy",1,1,4 ], "foolhardy; rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardy",1,1,5 ], "(of plants) able to live out of doors throughout the winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardy",2,1,1 ], "any blacksmith's tool made with a square shank so that it can be lodged in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hardy",2,1,1 ], "square hole in an anvil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hare and hounds",1,1,1 ], "a game in which certain players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare and hounds",1,1,2 ], "(hares) run across country scattering pieces of paper that the other players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare and hounds",1,1,3 ], "(hounds) follow in an attempt to catch the hares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare",1,1,1 ], "any solitary leporid mammal of the genus Lepus, such as L| europaeus Hares are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare",1,1,1 ], "larger than rabbits, having longer ears and legs, and live in shallow nests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hare",1,1,2 ], "(forms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare",1,1,3 ], "start a hare| to raise a topic for conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare",1,1,4 ], "run with the hare and hunt with the hounds| to be on good terms with both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare",1,1,4 ], "sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hare",1,2,1 ], "to go or run fast or wildly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hare's-foot",1,1,1 ], "Europe and NW Asia and has downy heads of white or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hare's-foot",1,1,1 ], "a papilionaceous annual plant, Trifolium arvense, that grows on sandy soils in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harebell",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate campanulaceous plant, Campanula rotundifolia, having slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harebell",1,1,1 ], "stems and leaves, and bell-shaped blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harebrained",1,1,1 ], "rash, foolish, or badly thought out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harelip",1,1,1 ], "a congenital cleft or fissure in the midline of the upper lip, often occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harelip",1,1,1 ], "with cleft palate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harem",1,1,1 ], "the part of an Oriental house reserved strictly for wives, concubines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harem",1,1,2 ], "a Muslim's wives and concubines collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harem",1,1,3 ], "a group of female animals of the same species that are the mates of a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harem",1,1,3 ], "male" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haricot",1,1,1 ], "a variety of French bean with light-coloured edible seeds, which can be dried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haricot",1,1,1 ], "and stored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haricot",1,1,2 ], "another name for French bean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haricot",1,1,3 ], "the seed or pod of any of these plants, eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harikari",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of harakiri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hark back",1,1,1 ], "to return to an earlier subject, point, or position, as in speech or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hark",1,1,1 ], "to listen pay attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harken",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of hearken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harl",1,1,1 ], "a variant of herl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin bug",1,1,1 ], "a brightly coloured heteropterous insect, Murgantia histrionica, of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin bug",1,1,1 ], "and Central America: a pest of cabbages and related plants: family Pentatomidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin duck",1,1,1 ], "a northern sea duck, Histrionicus histrionicus, the male of which has a blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin duck",1,1,1 ], "and red plumage with black and white markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin",1,1,1 ], "a stock comic character originating in the commedia dell'arte; the foppish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin",1,1,1 ], "diamond-patterned multicoloured tights, wearing a black mask" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin",1,1,1 ], "lover of Columbine in the English harlequinade| He is usually represented in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin",1,1,2 ], "a clown or buffoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin",1,2,1 ], "varied in colour or decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequin",1,2,2 ], "comic, ludicrous, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequinade",1,1,1 ], "a play or part of a pantomime in which harlequin has a leading role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlequinade",1,1,2 ], "buffoonery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlot",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute or promiscuous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harlot",1,2,1 ], "of or like a harlot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harm",1,1,1 ], "physical or mental injury or damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harm",1,1,2 ], "moral evil or wrongdoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harm",1,2,1 ], "to injure physically, morally, or mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmattan",1,1,1 ], "a dry dusty wind from the Sahara blowing towards the W African coast, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmattan",1,1,1 ], "from November to March" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmful",1,1,1 ], "causing or tending to cause harm; injurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmless",1,1,1 ], "not causing or tending to cause harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic analysis",1,1,1 ], "integration of simple trigonometric functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic analysis",1,1,1 ], "the representation of a periodic function by means of the summation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic analysis",1,1,2 ], "the study of this means of representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic mean",1,1,1 ], "numbers: the harmonic mean of 2, 3, and 4 is (1/2,+,1/3,+,1/4) = 36/18" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic mean",1,1,1 ], "the reciprocal of the arithmetic mean of the reciprocals of a set of specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic minor scale",1,1,1 ], "a minor scale modified from the state of being natural by the sharpening of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic minor scale",1,1,1 ], "the seventh degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic motion",1,1,1 ], "a periodic motion in which the displacement is symmetrical about a point or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic motion",1,1,1 ], "periodic motion that is composed of such motions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic progression",1,1,1 ], "1/2, 1/3, &e" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic progression",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of numbers whose reciprocals form an arithmetic progression, as 1," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic series",1,1,1 ], "a series whose terms are in harmonic progression, as in 1/2,,1/3|||" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic series",1,1,2 ], "instruments" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic series",1,1,2 ], "the fundamental tone, as obtained by touching lightly the node points of a string" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic series",1,1,2 ], "the series of tones with frequencies strictly related to one another and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic series",1,1,2 ], "while playing it| Its most important application is in the playing of brass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, producing, or characterized by harmony; harmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,1,2,1 ], "capable of expression in the form of sine and cosine functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,1,2,2 ], "of or relating to numbers whose reciprocals form an arithmetic progression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,1,3 ], "multiple of a fundamental frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,1,3 ], "of or concerned with an oscillation that has a frequency that is an integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,1,4 ], "of or concerned with harmonics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,2,1 ], "a component of a periodic quantity, such as a musical tone, with a frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,2,1 ], "etc" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,2,1 ], "fundamental, the second harmonic (twice the fundamental frequency) is the first overtone," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,2,1 ], "that is an integral multiple of the fundamental frequency| The first harmonic is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,2,1 ], "the third harmonic (three times the fundamental frequency) is the second overtone," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "harmonic",1,2,2 ], "overtone: in this case, the first overtone is the first harmonic, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonica",1,1,1 ], "a small wind instrument of the reed organ family in which reeds of graduated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonica",1,1,1 ], "blowing and suction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "harmonica",1,1,1 ], "lengths set into a metal plate enclosed in a narrow oblong box are made to vibrate by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonics",1,1,1 ], "the science of musical sounds and their acoustic properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonics",1,1,2 ], "string of a stringed instrument at one of its node points while playing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonics",1,1,2 ], "the overtones of a fundamental note, as produced by lightly touching the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonious",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of colours or sounds) fitting together well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonious",1,1,2 ], "having agreement or consensus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonious",1,1,3 ], "tuneful, consonant, or melodious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonist",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the art and techniques of harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonist",1,1,2 ], "a person who combines and collates parallel narratives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonium",1,1,1 ], "a musical keyboard instrument of the reed organ family, in which air from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonium",1,1,1 ], "pedal-operated bellows causes the reeds to vibrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harmonize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become harmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonize",1,2,1 ], "to provide a harmony for (a melody, tune, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonize",1,3,1 ], "to sing in harmony, as with other singers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmonize",1,3,2 ], "to collate parallel narratives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmony",1,1,1 ], "agreement in action, opinion, feeling, etc|; accord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmony",1,1,2 ], "order or congruity of parts to their whole or to one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmony",1,1,3 ], "agreeable sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmony",1,1,3,1 ], "any combination of notes sounded simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmony",1,1,3,2 ], "the vertically represented structure of a piece of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmony",1,1,3,3 ], "the art or science concerned with the structure and combinations of chords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmony",1,1,4 ], "a collation of the material of parallel narratives, esp| of the four Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmotome",1,1,1 ], "a mineral of the zeolite group consisting of hydrated aluminium barium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harmotome",1,1,1 ], "silicate in the form of monoclinic twinned crystals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harness hitch",1,1,1 ], "a knot forming a loop with no free ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness race",1,1,1 ], "a trotting or pacing race for standardbred horses driven in sulkies and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness race",1,1,1 ], "harnessed in a special way to cause them to use the correct gait" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of leather straps buckled or looped together, fitted to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,1,1 ], "draught animal in order that the animal can be attached to and pull a cart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this, esp| for attaching something to the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,1,3 ], "the part of a loom that raises and lowers the warp threads, creating the shed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,1,4 ], "armour collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,1,5 ], "in harness| at one's routine work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,2,1 ], "to put harness on (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by to) to attach (a draught animal) by means of harness to (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,2,2 ], "cart, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,2,3 ], "to control so as to employ the energy or potential power of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harness",1,2,4 ], "to equip or clothe with armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harnessed antelope",1,1,1 ], "any of various antelopes with vertical white stripes on the back, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harnessed antelope",1,1,1 ], "bushbuck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harp seal",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-grey earless seal, Pagophilus groenlandicus, of the North Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harp seal",1,1,1 ], "and Arctic Oceans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,1,1 ], "a large triangular plucked stringed instrument consisting of a soundboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,1,1 ], "connected to an upright pillar by means of a curved crossbar from which the strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,1,1 ], "extend downwards| The strings are tuned diatonically and may be raised in pitch either" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,1,1 ], "one or two semitones by the use of pedals (double-action harp)| Basic key: B major;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,1,1 ], "range: nearly seven octaves" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this, esp| in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,1,3 ], "an informal name (esp| in pop music) for harmonica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,2,1 ], "to play the harp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,3,1 ], "to speak; utter; express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harp",1,4,1 ], "to speak or write in a persistent and tedious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpings",1,1,1 ], "wooden members used for strengthening the bow of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpings",1,1,2 ], "wooden supports used in construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpoon",1,1,1,1 ], "a barbed missile attached to a long cord and hurled or fired from a gun when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpoon",1,1,1,1 ], "hunting whales, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harpoon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpoon",1,2,1 ], "to spear with or as if with a harpoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpsichord",1,1,1 ], "a horizontally strung stringed keyboard instrument, triangular in shape," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpsichord",1,1,1 ], "consisting usually of two manuals controlling various sets of strings plucked by plectra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harpsichord",1,1,1 ], "mounted on pivoted jacks| Some harpsichords have a pedal keyboard and stops by which" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "harpsichord",1,1,1 ], "the tone colour may be varied" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "harpy eagle",1,1,1 ], "a very large tropical American eagle, Harpia harpyja, with a black-and-white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harpy eagle",1,1,1 ], "plumage and a head crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harpy",1,1,1 ], "a cruel grasping person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harquebus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of arquebus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harquebusier",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a soldier armed with an arquebus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harridan",1,1,1 ], "a scolding old woman; nag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that harries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrier",1,1,2 ], "(hawks, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "harrier",1,1,2 ], "and tail and typically preying on small terrestrial animals: family Accipitridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harrier",1,1,2 ], "any diurnal bird of prey of the genus Circus, having broad wings and long legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrier",2,1,1 ], "a smallish breed of hound used originally for hare-hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrier",2,1,2 ], "a cross-country runner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrow",1,1,1 ], "any of various implements used to level the ground, stir the soil, break up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrow",1,1,1 ], "clods, destroy weeds, etc|, in soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harrow",1,2,1 ], "to draw a harrow over (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrow",1,3,1 ], "(of soil) to become broken up through harrowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrow",1,4,1 ], "to distress; vex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrow",2,1,1 ], "to plunder or ravish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrow",2,1,2 ], "(of Christ) to descend into (hell) to rescue righteous souls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harrumph",1,1,1 ], "to clear or make the noise of clearing the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harry",1,1,1 ], "to harass; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harry",1,1,2 ], "to ravage (a town, etc|), esp| in war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harsh",1,1,1 ], "rough or grating to the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harsh",1,1,2 ], "stern, severe, or cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harslet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of haslet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hart",1,1,1 ], "the male of the deer, esp| the red deer aged five years or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hart's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen Eurasian fern, Phyllitis scolopendrium, with narrow undivided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hart's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "fronds bearing rows of sori: family Polypodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hartal",1,1,1 ], "(in India) the act of closing shops or suspending work, esp| in political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hartal",1,1,1 ], "protest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hartebeest",1,1,1 ], "either of two large African antelopes, Alcelaphus buselaphus or A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hartebeest",1,1,1 ], "lichtensteini, having an elongated muzzle, lyre-shaped horns, and a fawn-coloured coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hartebeest",1,1,2 ], "any similar and related animal, such as Damaliscus hunteri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hartshorn",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for sal volatile ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harum-scarum",1,2,1 ], "in a reckless way or of a reckless nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harum-scarum",1,3,1 ], "a person who is impetuous or rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haruspex",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a priest who practised divination, esp| by examining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haruspex",1,1,1 ], "entrails of animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harvest home",1,1,1 ], "the bringing in of the harvest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest home",1,1,2 ], "a harvest supper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest mite",1,1,1 ], "genus Trombicula and related genera, which causes intense itching of human skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harvest mite",1,1,1 ], "the bright red parasitic larva of any of various free-living mites of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest moon",1,1,1 ], "the full moon occurring nearest to the autumnal equinox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest mouse",1,1,1 ], "a very small reddish-brown Eurasian mouse, Micromys minutus, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest mouse",1,1,1 ], "cornfields, hedgerows, etc|, and feeding on grain and seeds: family Muridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harvest mouse",1,1,2 ], "American harvest mouse| any small greyish mouse of the American genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest mouse",1,1,2 ], "Reithrodontomys: family Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harvest",1,1,1 ], "the gathering of a ripened crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest",1,1,2 ], "the crop itself or the yield from it in a single growing season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest",1,1,3 ], "the season for gathering crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest",1,1,4 ], "the product of an effort, action, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest",1,2,1 ], "to gather or reap (a ripened crop) from (the place where it has been growing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvest",1,3,1 ], "to receive or reap (benefits, consequences, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvester",1,1,1 ], "a person who harvests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvester",1,1,2 ], "a harvesting machine, esp| a combine harvester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvestman",1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in harvesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "harvestman",1,1,2 ], "Phalangida), having a small rounded body and very long thin legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "harvestman",1,1,2 ], "any arachnid of the order Opiliones (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "has",1,1,1 ], "(indicative mood) of have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "has",1,1,1 ], "(used with he, she, it, or a singular noun) a form of the present tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "has-been",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is no longer popular, successful, effective, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash house",1,1,1 ], "a cheap cafe or restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,1 ], "a dish of diced cooked meat, vegetables, etc|, reheated in a sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,2 ], "something mixed up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,3 ], "a reuse or rework of old material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,4 ], "make a hash of| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,4,1 ], "to mix or mess up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,4,2 ], "to defeat or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,5 ], "settle one's hash| U|S| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,5,1 ], "to subdue or silence someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,1,5,2 ], "to get even with someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,2,1 ], "to chop into small pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",1,2,2 ], "to mix or mess up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hash",2,1,1 ], "short for hashish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hashish",1,1,1 ], "a purified resinous extract of the dried flower tops of the female hemp plant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hashish",1,1,1 ], "used as a hallucinogenic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hashish",1,1,2 ], "any hallucinogenic substance prepared from this resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hask",1,1,1 ], "and north Midland English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hask",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a cough) dry or hoarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hask",1,3,1 ], "a cough, usually of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haslet",1,1,1 ], "a loaf of cooked minced pig's offal, eaten cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of has not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasp",1,1,1 ], "a metal fastening consisting of a hinged strap with a slot that fits over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasp",1,1,1 ], "staple and is secured by a pin, bolt, or padlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hasp",1,2,1 ], "to secure (a door, window, etc|) with a hasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hassle",1,1,1 ], "a quarrel or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hassle",1,1,2 ], "a great deal of trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hassle",1,2,1 ], "to quarrel or struggle with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hassock",1,1,1 ], "a firm upholstered cushion used for kneeling on, esp| in church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hassock",1,1,2 ], "a thick clump of grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hast",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hast",1,1,1 ], "present tense (indicative mood) of have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hastate",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf) having a pointed tip and two outward-pointing lobes at the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haste",1,1,1 ], "speed, esp| in an action; swiftness; rapidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haste",1,1,2 ], "the act of hurrying in a careless or rash manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haste",1,1,3 ], "a necessity for hurrying; urgency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haste",1,1,4 ], "make haste| to hurry; rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haste",1,2,1 ], "a poetic word for hasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasten",1,1,1 ], "to hurry or cause to hurry; rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasten",1,2,1 ], "to be anxious (to say something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasty pudding",1,1,1 ], "a simple pudding made from milk thickened with tapioca, semolina, etc|, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasty pudding",1,1,1 ], "sweetened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hasty pudding",1,1,2 ], "a mush of cornmeal, served with treacle sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasty",1,1,2 ], "rapid; swift; quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasty",1,1,3 ], "excessively or rashly quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasty",1,1,4 ], "short-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hasty",1,1,5 ], "showing irritation or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hat stand",1,1,1 ], "a frame or pole equipped with hooks or arms for hanging up hats, coats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hat trick",1,1,1 ], "balls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hat trick",1,1,1 ], "the achievement of a bowler in taking three wickets with three successive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hat trick",1,1,2 ], "any achievement of three successive points, victories, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any of various head coverings, esp| one with a brim and a shaped crown",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"hatrack",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"as if by magic",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 10, 2],"at random",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 10],"out of a hat",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 11],"pass ,the hat round| to collect money, as for a cause",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 12],"take off one's hat to| to admire or congratulate",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 13, 1],"to talk foolishly",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 13, 2],"to deceive or bluff",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 13],"talk through one's hat",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 14],"office",2). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 14],"throw ,one's hat in the ring| to enter into competition, esp| for political",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 2],"a role or capacity",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 3],"at the drop of a hat| immediately",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 4],"bad hat| Informal, chiefly Brit| a bad or immoral person",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 5],"eat one's hat| Slang| to be shocked or proved wrong if a certain event or",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 5],"result happens",2). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 6],"hat in hand| humbly or servilely",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 7],"keep (something),under one's hat| to keep (something) secret",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"my word! my goodness!",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"nonsense!",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 8],"my hat|Brit| informal",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 1, 9],"old hat| something stale or old-fashioned",1). c_DEF([ "hat" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to supply (a person, etc|) with a hat or put a hat on (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "hatband",1,1,1 ], "a band or ribbon around the base of the crown of a hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatbox",1,1,1 ], "a box or case for a hat or hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",1,1,1 ], "(of young birds, etc|) to emerge from the egg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",1,1,1 ], "to cause (the young of various animals, esp| birds) to emerge from the egg or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",1,1,2 ], "break and release the young animal within" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",1,1,2 ], "to cause (eggs) to break and release the fully developed young or (of eggs) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",1,2,1 ], "to contrive or devise (a scheme, plot, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",1,3,1 ], "the act or process of hatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",1,3,2 ], "a group of newly hatched animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,1 ], "a covering for a hatchway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,2 ], "short for hatchway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,3 ], "an opening in a wall separating a kitchen from a dining area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,4 ], "the lower half of a divided door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,5 ], "a sluice or sliding gate in a dam, dyke, or weir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,6 ], "down the hatch| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,7 ], "(used as a toast) drink up!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,8 ], "under hatches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,8,1 ], "below decks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,8,2 ], "out of sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",2,1,8,3 ], "brought low; dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",3,1,1 ], "indicate shading|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hatch",3,1,1 ], "to mark (a figure, shade, etc|) with fine parallel or crossed lines to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchback",1,1,1,1 ], "a sloping rear end of a car having a single door that is lifted to open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchback",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchback",1,1,2 ], "a car having such a rear end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchel",1,2,1 ], "another word for heckle 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchery",1,1,1 ], "a place where eggs are hatched under artificial conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet job",1,1,1 ], "a malicious or devastating verbal or written attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet man",1,1,1 ], "a person carrying out unpleasant assignments for an employer or superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet man",1,1,2 ], "a hired murderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet man",1,1,3 ], "a severe or malicious critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet",1,1,1 ], "a short axe used for chopping wood, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet",1,1,2 ], "a tomahawk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet",1,1,3 ], "of narrow dimensions and sharp features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchet",1,1,4 ], "bury the hatchet| to make peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchment",1,1,1 ], "a diamond-shaped tablet displaying the coat of arms of a dead person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchway",1,1,1 ], "an opening in the deck of a vessel to provide access below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchway",1,1,2 ], "a similar opening in a wall, floor, ceiling, or roof, usually fitted with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatchway",1,1,2 ], "lid or door|Often shortened to hatch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hate",1,1,1 ], "to dislike (something) intensely; detest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hate",1,2,1 ], "to be unwilling (to be or do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hate",1,3,1 ], "intense dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hate",1,3,2 ], "a person or thing that is hated (esp| in the phrase pet hate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hateful",1,1,1 ], "causing or deserving hate; loathsome; detestable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hateful",1,1,2 ], "full of or showing hate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hath",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronouns he, she, or it or a singular noun) a form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hath",1,1,1 ], "present tense (indicative mood) of have|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hatpin",1,1,1 ], "a sturdy pin used to secure a woman's hat to her hair, often having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatpin",1,1,1 ], "decorative head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hatred",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of intense dislike; enmity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatter",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes and sells hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatter",1,1,2 ], "a man, esp| a miner, who prefers to live and work alone, often considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hatter",1,1,2 ], "eccentric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hatter",1,1,3 ], "mad as a hatter| crazily eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haubergeon",1,1,1 ], "a variant of habergeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hauberk",1,1,1 ], "a long coat of mail, often sleeveless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haugh",1,1,1 ], "Northern English dialect and Scot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haugh",1,1,2 ], "level ground forming part of a river valley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haughty",1,1,1 ], "having or showing arrogance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haughty",1,1,2 ], "noble or exalted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haul off",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by and)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haul off",1,1,2 ], "to draw back in preparation (esp| to strike or fight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haul off",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haul off",1,1,3 ], "to alter the course of a vessel so as to avoid an obstruction, shallow waters," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haul up",1,1,1 ], "to call to account or criticize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haul up",1,1,2 ], "to sail (a vessel) closer to the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 1, 1],"to drag or draw (something) with effort",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 2, 1],"to transport, as in a lorry",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 2, 2],"to alter the course of (a vessel), esp| so as to sail closer to the wind",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 3, 1],"storage, etc",2). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 3, 1],"to draw or hoist (a vessel) out of the water onto land or a dock for repair,",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 4, 1],"(of the wind) to blow from a direction nearer the bow",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 4, 2],"(intr|) to change one's opinion or action",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 5, 1],"the act of dragging with effort",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 5, 2],"(esp| of fish) the amount caught at a single time",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 5, 3],"something that is hauled",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 5, 4],"a distance of hauling",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 5, 5, 1],"in a future time",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 5, 5, 2],"over a lengthy period of time",1). c_DEF([ "haul" ,1, 5, 5],"in (or over) the long haul",1). c_DEF([ "haulage",1,1,1 ], "the act or labour of hauling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haulage",1,1,2 ], "a rate or charge levied for the transportation of goods, esp| by rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haulm",1,1,1 ], "the stems or stalks of beans, peas, potatoes, grasses, etc|, collectively, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haulm",1,1,1 ], "used for thatching, bedding, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haulm",1,1,2 ], "a single stem of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunch bone",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for the ilium or hipbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunch",1,1,1 ], "quadruped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haunch",1,1,1 ], "the human hip or fleshy hindquarter of an animal, esp| a horse or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunch",1,1,2 ], "the leg and loin of an animal, used for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunch",1,1,3 ], "the part of an arch between the impost and the apex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunt",1,1,1 ], "to visit (a person or place) in the form of a ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunt",1,2,1 ], "to intrude upon or recur to (the memory, thoughts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunt",1,2,2 ], "to visit (a place) frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunt",1,2,3 ], "to associate with (someone) frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunt",1,3,1 ], "a place visited frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunt",1,3,2 ], "a place to which animals habitually resort for food, drink, shelter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunted",1,1,1 ], "frequented or visited by ghosts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunted",1,2,1 ], "obsessed or worried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunting",1,1,1 ], "(of memories) poignant or persistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haunting",1,1,2 ], "poignantly sentimental; enchantingly or eerily evocative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hausfrau",1,1,1 ], "a German housewife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haustellum",1,1,1 ], "sucking food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haustellum",1,1,1 ], "the tip of the proboscis of a housefly or similar insect, specialized for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haustorium",1,1,1 ], "food and water from them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haustorium",1,1,1 ], "the organ of a parasitic plant that penetrates the host tissues and absorbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haut monde",1,1,1 ], "high society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hautboy",1,1,1 ], "a strawberry, Fragaria moschata, of central Europe and Asia, with large fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hautboy",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for oboe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haute cole",1,1,1 ], "the classical art of riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haute couture",1,1,1 ], "high fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haute cuisine",1,1,1 ], "high-class cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hauteur",1,1,1 ], "pride; haughtiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have at",1,1,1 ], "to make an opening attack on, esp| in fencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have in",1,1,1 ], "to ask (a person) to give a service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have in",1,1,2 ], "to invite to one's home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have on",1,1,1 ], "to wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have on",1,1,2 ], "to have (a meeting or engagement) arranged as a commitment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have on",1,1,3 ], "to trick or tease (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have on",1,1,4 ], "person)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "have on",1,1,4 ], "to have available (information or evidence, esp| when incriminating) about (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have out",1,1,1 ], "frank discussion (often in the phrase have it out)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "have out",1,1,1 ], "to settle (a matter) or come to (a final decision), esp| by fighting or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have out",1,1,2 ], "to have extracted or removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have up",1,1,1 ], "to cause to appear for trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to be in material possession of; own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,10 ], "(foll| by on) to exhibit (mercy, compassion, etc|, towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,11 ], "to engage or take part in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,12 ], "to arrange, carry out, or hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,13 ], "to cause, compel, or require to (be, do, or be done)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,14 ], "(takes an infinitive with to) used as an auxiliary to express compulsion or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,14 ], "necessity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,15 ], "to eat, drink, or partake of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,16 ], "to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,17 ], "to tolerate or allow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,18 ], "to declare, state, or assert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,19 ], "to put or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,2 ], "to possess as a characteristic quality or attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,20 ], "to receive as a guest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,21 ], "to beget or bear (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,22 ], "used as an auxiliary to form compound tenses expressing completed action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,23 ], "had better or best| ought to: used to express compulsion, obligation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,24 ], "had rather or sooner| to consider or find preferable that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,25 ], "have done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,26 ], "have had it| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,26,1 ], "to be exhausted, defeated, or killed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,26,2 ], "to have lost one's last chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,26,3 ], "to become unfashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,27 ], "have it| to win a victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,28 ], "have it away Taboo, Brit| slang| to have sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,29 ], "have it coming| Informal| to be about to receive or to merit punishment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,29 ], "retribution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,3 ], "to receive, take, or obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,30 ], "have it in for| Informal| to wish or intend harm towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,31 ], "have it so good| to have so many benefits, esp| material benefits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,32 ], "have to do with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,32,1 ], "to have dealings or associate with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,32,2 ], "to be of relevance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,33 ], "I have it| Informal| I know the answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,34 ], "firearm at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,34 ], "let have it| Slang| to launch or deliver an attack on, esp| to discharge a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,35 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,36 ], "not having any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,37 ], "(foll| by of)Informal| refusing to take part or be involved (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,4 ], "to hold or entertain in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,5 ], "to possess a knowledge or understanding of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,6 ], "to experience or undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,7 ], "to be infected with or suffer from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,8 ], "to gain control of or advantage over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,1,9 ], "to cheat or outwit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have",1,2,1 ], "a person or group of people in possession of wealth, security, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have-not",1,1,1 ], "a person or group of people in possession of relatively little material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "have-not",1,1,1 ], "wealth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "havelock",1,1,1 ], "a cover for a service cap with a flap extending over the back of the neck to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "havelock",1,1,1 ], "protect the head and neck from the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haven",1,1,1 ], "a port, harbour, or other sheltered place for shipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haven",1,1,2 ], "a place of safety or sanctuary; shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haven",1,2,1 ], "to secure or shelter in or as if in a haven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haven't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of have not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haver",1,1,1 ], "to dither" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haver",1,1,2 ], "and northern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haver",1,1,3 ], "to babble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haver",1,2,1 ], "nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haversack",1,1,1 ], "a canvas bag for provisions or equipment, carried on the back or shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haversine",1,1,1 ], "half the value of the versed sine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "havildar",1,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer in the Indian army, equivalent in rank to sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 1, 1],"destruction; devastation; ruin",1). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 1, 2],"confusion; chaos",1). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 1, 3],"cry havoc| Archaic| to give the signal for pillage and destruction",1). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 1, 4],"play havoc",1). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 1, 5],"(often foll| by with)to cause a great deal of damage, distress, or confusion",1). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 1, 5],"(to)",2). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) Archaic",1). c_DEF([ "havoc" ,1, 2, 2],"to lay waste",1). c_DEF([ "haw",1,1,1 ], "containing one to five seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haw",1,1,1 ], "the round or oval fruit (a pome) of the hawthorn, usually red or yellow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haw",1,1,2 ], "another name for hawthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haw",2,2,1 ], "an inarticulate utterance, as of hesitation, embarrassment, etc|; hem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haw",2,3,1 ], "to make this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haw",2,3,2 ], "hem and haw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haw",3,1,1 ], "a yard or close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haw",4,1,1 ], "the nictitating membrane of a horse or other domestic animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawfinch",1,1,1 ], "an uncommon European finch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes, having a very stout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawfinch",1,1,1 ], "bill and brown plumage with black-and-white wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawk moth",1,1,1 ], "any of various moths of the family Sphingidae, having long narrow wings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk moth",1,1,1 ], "powerful flight, with the ability to hover over flowers when feeding from the nectar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawk owl",1,1,1 ], "a hawklike northern owl, Surnia ulula, with a long slender tail and brownish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk owl",1,1,1 ], "speckled plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,1,1 ], "any of various diurnal birds of prey of the family Accipitridae, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,1,1 ], "goshawk and Cooper's hawk, typically having short rounded wings and a long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,1,2 ], "any of various other falconiform birds, including the falcons but not the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,1,2 ], "eagles or vultures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,1,3 ], "a person who advocates or supports war or warlike policies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,1,4 ], "a ruthless or rapacious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,2,1 ], "to hunt with falcons, hawks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,3,1 ], "(of falcons or hawks) to fly in quest of prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",1,3,2 ], "to pursue or attack on the wing, as a hawk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",2,1,1 ], "to offer (goods) for sale, as in the street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",2,2,1 ], "to spread (news, gossip, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",3,1,1 ], "to clear (the throat) noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",3,2,1 ], "to force (phlegm, etc|) up from the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",3,2,2 ], "a slang word for spit ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",3,3,1 ], "a noisy clearing of the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",4,1,1 ], "a small square board with a handle underneath, used for carrying wet plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk",4,1,1 ], "or mortar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawk's-beard",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Crepis, having a ring of fine hairs surrounding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk's-beard",1,1,1 ], "fruit and clusters of small dandelion-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawk's-eye",1,1,1 ], "a dark blue variety of the mineral crocidolite: a semiprecious gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having extremely keen sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawk-eyed",1,1,2 ], "vigilant, watchful, or observant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawkbill",1,1,1 ], "another name for hawksbill turtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawker",1,1,1 ], "a person who travels from place to place selling goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawker",2,1,1 ], "a person who hunts with hawks, falcons, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawking",1,1,1 ], "another name for falconry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawksbill turtle",1,1,1 ], "a small tropical turtle, Eretmochelys imbricata, with a hooked beaklike mouth:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawksbill turtle",1,1,1 ], "a source of tortoiseshell: family Chelonidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawkweed",1,1,1 ], "any typically hairy plant of the genus Hieracium, with clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawkweed",1,1,1 ], "dandelion-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawse",1,1,1 ], "the part of the bows of a vessel where the hawseholes are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawse",1,1,2 ], "short for hawsehole or hawsepipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawse",1,1,3 ], "the distance from the bow of an anchored vessel to the anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawse",1,1,4 ], "both anchors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawse",1,1,4 ], "the arrangement of port and starboard anchor ropes when a vessel is riding on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawse",1,2,1 ], "(of a vessel) to pitch violently when at anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawsehole",1,1,1 ], "anchor ropes pass| Often shortened to hawse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawsehole",1,1,1 ], "one of the holes in the upper part of the bows of a vessel through which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawsepipe",1,1,1 ], "a strong metal pipe through which an anchor rope passes| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawsepipe",1,1,1 ], "hawse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawser bend",1,1,1 ], "a knot for tying two ropes together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawser",1,1,1 ], "a large heavy rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawser-laid",1,1,1 ], "(of a rope) made up of three ropes laid in a left-handed direction, each of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hawser-laid",1,1,1 ], "which consists of three left-handed strands laid right-handed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawthorn",1,1,1 ], "Crataegus, esp| C| oxyacantha, having white or pink flowers and reddish fruits (haws)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hawthorn",1,1,1 ], "any of various thorny trees or shrubs of the N temperate rosaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay fever",1,1,1 ], "an allergic reaction to pollen, dust, etc|, characterized by sneezing, runny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay fever",1,1,1 ], "nose, and watery eyes due to inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eyes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hay fever",1,1,1 ], "nose| Technical name: pollinosis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,1,1,1 ], "grass, clover, etc|, cut and dried as fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,1,1,2 ], "a hayfield; a hayloft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,1,2 ], "hit the hay| Slang| to go to bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,1,3 ], "make hay of| to throw into confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,1,4 ], "make hay while the sun shines| Informal| to take full advantage of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,1,4 ], "opportunity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,1,5 ], "roll in the hay| Informal| sexual intercourse or heavy petting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,2,1 ], "to cut, dry, and store (grass, etc|) as fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",1,3,1 ], "to feed with hay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",2,1,1 ], "a circular figure in country dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hay",2,1,2 ], "a former country dance in which the dancers wove in and out of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haybox",1,1,1 ], "an airtight box full of hay used for cooking by retained heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haycock",1,1,1 ], "a small cone-shaped pile of hay left in the field until dry enough to carry to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haycock",1,1,1 ], "the rick or barn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hayfork",1,1,1 ], "a long-handled fork with two long curved prongs, used for moving or turning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hayfork",1,1,1 ], "hay; pitchfork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haymaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who helps to cut, turn, toss, spread, or carry hay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haymaker",1,1,2 ], "and bend them, in order to cause more rapid and even drying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haymaker",1,1,2 ], "either of two machines, one designed to crush stems of hay, the other to break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haymaker",1,1,3 ], "a wild swinging punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haymow",1,1,1 ], "a part of a barn where hay is stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haymow",1,1,2 ], "a quantity of hay stored in a barn or loft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hayrack",1,1,1 ], "a rack for holding hay for feeding to animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hayrack",1,1,2 ], "a rack fixed to a cart or wagon to increase the quantity of hay or straw that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hayrack",1,1,2 ], "it can carry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hayseed",1,1,1 ], "seeds or fragments of grass or straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hayseed",1,1,2 ], "informal, derogatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hayseed",1,1,3 ], "a yokel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haystack",1,1,1 ], "a large pile of hay, esp| one built in the open air and covered with thatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hayward",1,1,1 ], "a parish officer in charge of enclosures and fences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haywire",1,1,1 ], "(of things) not functioning properly; disorganized (esp| in the phrase go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haywire",1,1,1 ], "haywire)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haywire",1,1,2 ], "(of people) erratic or crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazan" ,1, 1, 1],"(xazan; English !h$a$:z ' ) n|, pl| zanim (-zanim)",1). c_DEF([ "hazan" ,1, 1, 2],"the cantor in a Jewish synagogue",1). c_DEF([ "hazard warning device",1,1,1 ], "an appliance fitted to a motor vehicle that operates a simultaneous flashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard warning device",1,1,1 ], "of all the direction indicators, used when the vehicle is stationary to indicate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hazard warning device",1,1,1 ], "that the vehicle is temporarily obstructing traffic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,1 ], "exposure or vulnerability to injury, loss, evil, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,2 ], "at hazard| at risk; in danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,3 ], "a thing likely to cause injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,4 ], "an obstacle such as a bunker, a sand pit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,5 ], "chance; accident (esp| in the phrase by hazard)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,6 ], "a gambling game played with two dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,6,1 ], "the receiver's side of the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,6,2 ], "one of the winning openings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,7 ], "(winning hazard) or the striker's cue ball itself (losing hazard)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,1,7 ], "a scoring stroke made either when a ball other than the striker's is pocketed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,2,1 ], "to chance or risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,2,2 ], "to venture (an opinion, guess, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazard",1,2,3 ], "to expose to danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazardous",1,1,1 ], "involving great risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazardous",1,1,2 ], "depending on chance| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haze",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|, in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "haze",1,1,1,1 ], "reduced visibility in the air as a result of condensed water vapour, dust," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haze",1,1,1,2 ], "the moisture or dust causing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haze",1,1,2 ], "obscurity of perception, feeling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haze",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by over) to make or become hazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haze",2,1,1 ], "to subject (fellow students) to ridicule or abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "haze",2,1,2 ], "to harass with humiliating tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazel",1,1,1 ], "any of several shrubs of the N temperate genus Corylus, esp| C| avellana," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazel",1,1,1 ], "having oval serrated leaves and edible rounded brown nuts: family Corylaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hazel",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazel",1,1,3 ], "short for hazelnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazel",1,1,3,1 ], "a light yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazel",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazelhen",1,1,1 ], "a European woodland gallinaceous bird, Tetrastes bonasia, with a speckled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazelhen",1,1,1 ], "brown plumage and slightly crested crown: family Tetraonidae (grouse)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hazelnut",1,1,1 ], "the nut of a hazel shrub, having a smooth shiny hard shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by reduced visibility; misty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazy",1,1,3 ], "indistinct; vague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hazzan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hazan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ha|",1,1,1 ], "hectare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hdbk|",1,1,1 ], "handbook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hdqrs|",1,1,1 ], "headquarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hd|",1,1,1 ], "hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hd|",1,1,2 ], "head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he",1,1,1 ], "refers to a male person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he",1,1,2 ], "can do as he likes in this country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "he",1,1,2 ], "refers to an indefinite antecedent such as one, whoever, or anybody: everybody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he",1,1,3 ], "refers to a person or animal of unknown or unspecified sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he",1,2,1,1 ], "a male person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he",1,2,1,2 ], "he-goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he",2,1,1 ], "the fifth letter of the Hebrew alphabet (), transliterated as h" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he",3,1,1 ], "an expression of amusement or derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "he'd" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of he had or",1). c_DEF([ "he'd" ,1, 1, 2],"e woul",1). c_DEF([ "he'll" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of he will or",1). c_DEF([ "he'll" ,1, 1, 2],"he shall",1). c_DEF([ "he's" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of he is or",1). c_DEF([ "he's" ,1, 1, 2],"he has",1). c_DEF([ "he-man",1,1,1 ], "a strongly built muscular man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head arrangement",1,1,1 ], "a spontaneous orchestration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head butt",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling attack in which a wrestler uses his head to butt his opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head collar",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| Brit|) for headstall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head for",1,1,1 ], "to go or cause to go (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head for",1,1,2 ], "to be destined for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head gate",1,1,1 ], "a gate that is used to control the flow of water at the upper end of a lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head gate",1,1,2 ], "another name for floodgate ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head money",1,1,1 ], "a reward paid for the capture or slaying of a fugitive, outlaw, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head money",1,1,2 ], "an archaic term for poll tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head of the river",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various annual rowing regattas held on particular rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head of the river",1,1,1,2 ], "the boat or team winning such a regatta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head off",1,1,1 ], "to intercept and force to change direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head off",1,1,2 ], "to prevent or forestall (something that is likely to happen)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head sea",1,1,1 ], "a sea in which the waves run directly against the course of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head start",1,1,1 ], "an initial advantage in a competitive situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head voice",1,1,1 ], "are felt in the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head voice",1,1,1 ], "the high register of the human voice, in which the vibrations of sung notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head waiter",1,1,1 ], "a waiter who supervises the activities of other waiters and arranges the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head waiter",1,1,1 ], "seating of guests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,1 ], "contains and protects the brain, eyes, mouth, and nose and ears when present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,1 ], "the upper or front part of the body in vertebrates, including man, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,10 ], "a culmination or crisis (esp| in the phrase bring or come to a head)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,11 ], "the pus-filled tip or central part of a pimple, boil, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,12 ], "the head considered as the part of the body on which hair grows densely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,13 ], "the source or origin of a river or stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,14 ], "a headland or promontory, esp| a high one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,15 ], "of a monarch, deity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,15 ], "the obverse of a coin, usually bearing a portrait of the head or a full figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,16 ], "a main point or division of an argument, discourse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17 ], "the headline at the top of a newspaper article or the heading of a section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17 ], "within an article" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17,1 ], "the front part of a ship or boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17,1 ], "the word in a phrase that determines how the phrase operates syntactically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17,2 ], "(in sailing ships) the upper corner or edge of a sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17,3 ], "the top of any spar or derrick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17,4 ], "any vertical timber cut to shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,17,5 ], "a slang word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,18 ], "the taut membrane of a drum, tambourine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,18,1 ], "a person who regularly takes drugs, esp| LSD or cannabis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,18,1 ], "considered or used as a measure of the pressure at that point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,18,1 ], "the height of the surface of liquid above a specific point, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,18,2 ], "an acid-head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,18,2 ], "any pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,18,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,19 ], "a road driven into the coal face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,19,1 ], "the terminal point of a route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,19,2 ], "railhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part of an invertebrate animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,20 ], "a device on a turning or boring machine, such as a lathe, that is equipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,20 ], "with one or more cutting tools held to the work by this device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,21 ], "an electromagnet that can read, write, or erase information on a magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,21 ], "medium such as a magnetic tape, disk, or drum, used in computers, tape recorders, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,22 ], "short for headmaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,22,1 ], "the head of a horse considered as a narrow margin in the outcome of a race (in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,22,1 ], "the phrase win by a head)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,22,2 ], "any narrow margin of victory (in the phrase (win)by a head)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,23 ], "short for headache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,24 ], "the stones lying in the house after all 16 have been played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,25 ], "against the head| Rugby| from the opposing side's put-in to the scrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,26 ], "bite or snap someone's head off| Informal| to speak sharply and angrily to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,26 ], "someone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,27 ], "bring or come to a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,27,1 ], "to bring or be brought to a crisis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,27,2 ], "(of a boil) to cause to be or be about to burst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,28 ], "get it into one's head| to come to believe (an idea, esp| a whimsical one)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,29 ], "give head| U|S| slang, taboo| to perform fellatio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a head in form or function, such as the top of a tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,3,1 ], "the person commanding most authority within a group, organization, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,3,3 ], "headwaiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,30 ], "give someone his head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,30,1 ], "to allow a person greater freedom or responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,30,2 ], "to allow a horse to gallop by lengthening the reins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,31 ], "go to one's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,31,1 ], "to make one dizzy or confused, as might an alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,31,2 ], "to make one conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,32 ], "head and shoulders above| greatly superior to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,33 ], "head over heels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,33,1 ], "turning a complete somersault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,33,2 ], "completely; utterly (esp| in the phrase head over heels in love)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,34 ], "hold up one's head| to be unashamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,35 ], "keep one's head| to remain calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,36 ], "keep one's head above water| to manage to survive a difficult experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,37 ], "make head| to make progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,38 ], "not make head nor tail of| Informal| to fail to understand (a problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,39 ], "off one's head| Slang| insane or delirious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,4 ], "the position of leadership or command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,4,1 ], "the most forward part of a thing; a part that juts out; front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,40 ], "off the top of one's head| without previous thought; impromptu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,41 ], "on one's head| at a person's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,42 ], "(own) risk or responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,43 ], "one's head off| Slang| loudly or excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,44 ], "over someone's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,44,1 ], "without a person in the obvious position being considered, esp| for promotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,44,2 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,44,2 ], "without consulting a person in the obvious position but referring to a higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,44,3 ], "beyond a person's comprehension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,45 ], "put heads together| Informal| to consult together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,46 ], "something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,46 ], "take it into one's head| to conceive a notion, desire, or wish (to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,47 ], "turn someone's head| to make someone vain, conceited, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,5 ], "the highest part of a thing; upper end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,6 ], "the froth on the top of a glass of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,7 ], "aptitude, intelligence, and emotions (esp| in the phrases above or over one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,7 ], "head, have a head for, keep one's head, lose one's head, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,8 ], "a person or animal considered as a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,9 ], "the head considered as a measure of length or height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,9,1 ], "a dense inflorescence such as that of the daisy and other composite plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,9,2 ], "any other compact terminal part of a plant, such as the leaves of a cabbage or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,1,9,2 ], "lettuce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,2,1 ], "to be at the front or top of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,3,1 ], "to be in the commanding or most important position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by for) to go or cause to go (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,3,3 ], "to turn or steer (a vessel) as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,3,4 ], "to propel (the ball) by striking it with the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,4,1 ], "to provide with a head or heading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,5,1 ], "to cut the head off (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,6,1 ], "to form a head, as a boil or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,7,1 ], "(of streams, rivers, etc|) to originate or rise in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head",1,7,2 ], "head them| Austral| to play two-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head-hunting",1,1,1 ], "preserving them as trophies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "head-hunting",1,1,1 ], "the practice among certain peoples of removing the heads of slain enemies and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head-hunting",1,1,2 ], "the destruction or neutralization of political opponents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head-load",1,1,1 ], "baggage or goods arranged so as to be carried on the heads of African porters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head-load",1,2,1 ], "to convey or carry (goods) on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head-on",1,2,1 ], "with the front or fronts foremost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "head-on",1,2,2 ], "with directness or without compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headache",1,1,1 ], "cephalalgia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "headache",1,1,1 ], "insufficient oxygen in the cerebral blood, reaction to drugs, etc| Technical name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headache",1,1,1 ], "pain in the head, caused by dilation of cerebral arteries, muscle contraction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headache",1,1,2 ], "any cause of worry, difficulty, or annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headband",1,1,1 ], "a ribbon or band worn around the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headband",1,1,2 ], "a narrow cloth band attached to the top of the spine of a book for protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headband",1,1,2 ], "or decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headboard",1,1,1 ], "a vertical board or terminal at the head of a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headcheese",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for brawn ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headdress",1,1,1 ], "any head covering, esp| an ornate one or one denoting a rank or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headed",1,1,1,1 ], "having a head or heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headed",1,1,2 ], "having a heading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headed",1,1,3 ], "having a mind or intellect as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,1 ], "a machine that trims the heads from castings, forgings, etc|, or one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,1 ], "forms heads, as in wire, to make nails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,2 ], "a person who operates such a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,3 ], "a reservoir, tank, or hopper that maintains a gravity feed or a static fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,3 ], "pressure in an apparatus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,4 ], "a brick or stone laid across a wall so that its end is flush with the outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,4 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,5 ], "the action of striking a ball with the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,6 ], "a headlong fall or dive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "header",1,1,7 ], "a mentally unbalanced person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headfast",1,1,1 ], "a mooring rope at the bows of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headfirst",1,2,1 ], "with the head foremost; headlong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headfirst",1,3,1 ], "rashly or carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headgear",1,1,1 ], "any head covering, esp| a hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headgear",1,1,2 ], "any part of a horse's harness that is worn on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headgear",1,1,3 ], "the hoisting mechanism at the pithead of a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,1 ], "a title for a page, paragraph, chapter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,2 ], "a main division, as of a lecture, speech, essay, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,2,1 ], "a horizontal tunnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,2,2 ], "the end of such a tunnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,3 ], "due north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,3 ], "the angle between the direction of an aircraft and a specified meridian, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,4 ], "the compass direction parallel to the keel of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,5 ], "the act of heading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heading",1,1,6 ], "anything that serves as a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headland",1,1,1 ], "a narrow area of land jutting out into a sea, lake, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headland",1,1,2 ], "a strip of land along the edge of an arable field left unploughed to allow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headland",1,1,2 ], "space for machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headless",1,1,1 ], "without a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headless",1,1,2 ], "without a leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headless",1,1,3 ], "foolish or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headless",1,1,4 ], "another word for catalectic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headlight",1,1,1 ], "a powerful light equipped with a reflector and attached to the front of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headlight",1,1,1 ], "motor vehicle, locomotive, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headline",1,1,1,1 ], "a phrase at the top of a newspaper or magazine article indicating the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headline",1,1,1,1 ], "of the article, usually in larger and heavier type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headline",1,1,1,2 ], "a line at the top of a page indicating the title, page number, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headline",1,1,2 ], "hit the headlines| to become prominent in the news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headline",1,2,1 ], "to furnish (a story or page) with a headline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headliner",1,1,1 ], "a person whose name appears in the headlines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headliner",1,1,2 ], "a prominent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headlock",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler locks his opponent's head between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headlock",1,1,1 ], "crook of his elbow and the side of his body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headlong",1,2,1 ], "with the head foremost; headfirst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headlong",1,2,2 ], "with great haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headlong",1,3,1 ], "(of slopes, etc|) very steep precipitous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headman",1,1,1 ], "a chief or leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headman",1,1,2 ], "a foreman or overseer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headmaster" ,1, 1, 1],"the principal of a school",1). c_DEF([ "headmost",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for foremost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headphones",1,1,1 ], "an electrical device consisting of two earphones held in position by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headphones",1,1,1 ], "flexible metallic strap passing over the head| Informal name: cans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headpiece",1,1,1 ], "a decorative band at the top of a page, chapter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headpiece",1,1,2 ], "any covering for the head, esp| a helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headpiece",1,1,3 ], "the intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headpiece",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for crownpiece ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headpin",1,1,1 ], "another word for kingpin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headquarters",1,1,1 ], "any centre or building from which operations are directed, as in the military," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headquarters",1,1,1 ], "the police, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headquarters",1,1,2 ], "a military formation comprising the commander, his staff, and supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headquarters",1,1,2 ], "echelons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headrace",1,1,1 ], "a channel that carries water to a waterwheel, turbine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headrail",1,1,1 ], "the end of the table from which play is started, nearest the baulkline|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headreach",1,1,1 ], "the distance made to windward while tacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headreach",1,2,1 ], "to gain distance over (another boat) when tacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headrest",1,1,1 ], "a support for the head, as on a dentist's chair or car seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headroom",1,1,1 ], "the height of a bridge, room, etc|; clearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heads",1,2,1 ], "as a call before tossing a coin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heads",1,2,1 ], "with the obverse side of a coin uppermost, esp| if it has a head on it: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headsail",1,1,1 ], "any sail set forward of the foremast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headscarf",1,1,1 ], "a scarf for the head, often worn tied under the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headset",1,1,1 ], "a pair of headphones, esp| with a microphone attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headship",1,1,1 ], "the position or state of being a leader; command; leadership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headship",1,1,2 ], "the position of headmaster or headmistress of a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headshrinker",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for psychiatrist|Often shortened to shrink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headshrinker",1,1,2 ], "a headhunter who shrinks the heads of his victims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headsman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an executioner who beheaded condemned persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headspring",1,1,1 ], "a spring that is the source of a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headspring",1,1,2 ], "a spring using the head as a lever from a position lying on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headspring",1,1,3 ], "a source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headsquare",1,1,1 ], "a scarf worn on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstall",1,1,1 ], "the part of a bridle that fits round a horse's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstand",1,1,1 ], "support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headstand",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of balancing on the head, usually with the hands as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstock",1,1,1 ], "the part of a machine that supports and transmits the drive to the chuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstone",1,1,1 ], "a memorial stone at the head of a grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstone",1,1,2 ], "another name for keystone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstream",1,1,1 ], "a stream that is the source or a source of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstrong",1,1,1 ], "self-willed; obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headstrong",1,1,2 ], "(of an action) heedless; rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headward",1,1,1 ], "(of river erosion) cutting backwards or upstream above the original source," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headward",1,1,1 ], "which recedes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of headwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headwards",1,1,1 ], "backwards beyond the original source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headwaters",1,1,1 ], "the tributary streams of a river in the area in which it rises; headstreams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headway",1,1,1 ], "motion in a forward direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headway",1,1,2 ], "progress or rate of progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headway",1,1,3 ], "another name for headroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headway",1,1,4 ], "route" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headway",1,1,4 ], "the distance or time between consecutive trains, buses, etc|, on the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headwind",1,1,1 ], "a wind blowing directly against the course of an aircraft or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headword",1,1,1 ], "a key word placed at the beginning of a line, paragraph, etc|, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headword",1,1,1 ], "dictionary entry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "headwork",1,1,1 ], "mental work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "headwork",1,1,2 ], "the ornamentation of the keystone of an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heady",1,1,1 ], "headier, headiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heady",1,1,2 ], "(of alcoholic drink) intoxicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heady",1,1,3 ], "strongly affecting the mind or senses; extremely exciting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heady",1,1,4 ], "rash; impetuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heal",1,1,1 ], "to restore or be restored to health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heal",1,2,1 ], "(of a wound, burn, etc|) to repair by natural processes, as by scar formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heal",1,3,1,1 ], "to treat (a wound, etc|) by assisting in its natural repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heal",1,3,1,2 ], "to cure (a disease or disorder)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heal",1,3,2 ], "to restore or be restored to friendly relations, harmony, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heal-all",1,1,1 ], "another name for selfheal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health centre",1,1,1 ], "the surgery and offices of a group medical practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health physics",1,1,1 ], "effects of ionizing radiation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "health physics",1,1,1 ], "medical, scientific, and industrial work, esp| with protection from the biological" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "health physics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the health and safety of people in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health salts",1,1,1 ], "magnesium sulphate or similar salts taken as a mild laxative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health visitor",1,1,1 ], "a nurse who visits and helps the old and the sick in their homes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,1,1 ], "the state of being bodily and mentally vigorous and free from disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,1,2 ], "the general condition of body and mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,1,3 ], "the condition of any unit, society, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,1,4 ], "a toast to a person, wishing him or her good health, happiness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to food or other goods reputed to be beneficial to the health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to health, esp| to the administration of health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation wishing someone good health as part of a toast (in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "health",1,2,1 ], "your health, good health, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "healthful",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for healthy 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "healthy",1,1,1 ], "healthier, healthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "healthy",1,1,2 ], "enjoying good health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "healthy",1,1,3 ], "functioning well or being sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "healthy",1,1,4 ], "conducive to health; salutary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "healthy",1,1,5 ], "indicating soundness of body or mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "healthy",1,1,6 ], "considerable in size or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,1,1 ], "a collection of articles or mass of material gathered together in one place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,1,2 ], "a large number or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,1,3 ], "a place or thing that is very old, untidy, unreliable, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,2,1 ], "heaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,2,2 ], "(intensifier): he said he was feeling heaps better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,3,1 ], "(often foll| by up or together) to collect or be collected into or as if into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,3,1 ], "a heap or pile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heap",1,4,1 ], "to load or supply (with) abundantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaping",1,1,1 ], "(of a spoonful, etc|) heaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear out",1,1,1 ], "to listen in regard to every detail and give a proper or full hearing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,1,1 ], "to perceive (a sound) with the sense of hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,2,1 ], "to listen to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,2,2 ], "when tr|, may take a clause as object)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,2,3 ], "to be informed (of); receive information (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,2,4 ], "to give a hearing to (a case)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,2,5 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by of and used with a negative) to listen (to) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,2,5 ], "favour, assent, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,3,1 ], "to receive a letter, news, etc| (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,3,2 ], "hear! hear! an exclamation used to show approval of something said" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,3,3 ], "hear tell Dialect| to be told" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,3,4 ], "(about); learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hear",1,3,5 ], "(of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearing aid",1,1,1 ], "a device for assisting the hearing of partially deaf persons, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearing aid",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a small battery-powered electronic amplifier with microphone and earphone," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hearing aid",1,1,1 ], "worn by a deaf person in or behind the ear" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hearing",1,1,1 ], "the faculty or sense by which sound is perceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearing",1,1,2 ], "an opportunity to be listened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearing",1,1,3 ], "the range within which sound can be heard; earshot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearing",1,1,4 ], "into an indictable crime by magistrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hearing",1,1,4 ], "the investigation of a matter by a court of law, esp| the preliminary inquiry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearing",1,1,5 ], "a formal or official trial of an action or lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearken" ,1, 1, 1],"to listen to (something)",1). c_DEF([ "hearsay evidence",1,1,1 ], "evidence based on what has been reported to a witness by others rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearsay evidence",1,1,1 ], "what he has himself observed or experienced (not generally admissible as evidence)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hearsay",1,1,1 ], "gossip; rumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearse",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle, such as a car or carriage, used to carry a coffin to the grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart attack",1,1,1 ], "any sudden severe instance of abnormal heart functioning, esp| coronary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart attack",1,1,1 ], "thrombosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart block",1,1,1 ], "impaired conduction or blocking of the impulse that regulates the heartbeat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart block",1,1,1 ], "resulting in a lack of coordination between the beating of the atria and the ventricles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart cherry",1,1,1 ], "a heart-shaped variety of sweet cherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart failure",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the heart is unable to pump an adequate amount of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart failure",1,1,1 ], "to the tissues, usually resulting in breathlessness, swollen ankles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart failure",1,1,2 ], "sudden and permanent cessation of the heartbeat, resulting in death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart murmur",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal sound heard through a stethoscope over the region of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart starter",1,1,1 ], "the first drink of the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart urchin",1,1,1 ], "any echinoderm of the genus Echinocardium, having a heart-shaped body enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart urchin",1,1,1 ], "in a rigid spiny test: class Echinoidea (sea urchins)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,1 ], "right and left ventricle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,1 ], "the hollow muscular organ in vertebrates whose contractions propel the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,1 ], "through the circulatory system| In mammals it consists of a right and left atrium and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,10 ], "a dearly loved person: usually used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,11 ], "a conventionalized representation of the heart, having two rounded lobes at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,11 ], "the top meeting in a point at the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,11,1 ], "a red heart-shaped symbol on a playing card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,11,2 ], "a card with one or more of these symbols or (when pl|) the suit of cards so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,11,2 ], "marked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,12 ], "(esp| in the phrase in good heart)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,12 ], "a fertile condition in land, conducive to vigorous growth in crops or herbage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,13 ], "after one's own heart| appealing to one's own disposition, taste, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,13 ], "tendencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,14 ], "at heart| in reality or fundamentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,15 ], "break one's heart| to grieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,16 ], "(or cause to grieve) very deeply, esp| through love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,17 ], "by heart| by committing to memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,18 ], "cross my heart !I promise!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,19 ], "eat one's heart out| to grieve inconsolably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding organ or part in invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,20 ], "from one's heart| very sincerely or deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,21 ], "have a heart!be kind or merciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,22 ], "have one's heart in it| to have enthusiasm for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,23 ], "have one's heart in one's boots| to be depressed or down-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,24 ], "fear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,24 ], "have one's heart in one's mouth to be full of apprehension, excitement, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,25 ], "have one's heart in the right place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,25,1 ], "to be kind, thoughtful, or generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,25,2 ], "to mean well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,26 ], "have the heart| to have the necessary will, callousness, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,27 ], "(to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,28 ], "heart and soul| absolutely; completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,29 ], "heart of hearts| the depths of one's conscience or emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,3 ], "this organ considered as the seat of life and emotions, esp| love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,30 ], "heart of oak| a brave person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,31 ], "in one's heart| secretly; fundamentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,32 ], "lose heart| to become despondent or disillusioned (over something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,33 ], "lose one's heart to| to fall in love with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,34 ], "near or close to one's heart| cherished or important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,35 ], "set one's heart on| to have as one's ambition to obtain; covet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,36 ], "take heart| to become encouraged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,37 ], "take to heart| to take seriously or be upset about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,38 ], "to one's heart's content| as much as one wishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,39 ], "wear one's heart on one's sleeve| to show one's feelings openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,4 ], "emotional mood or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,40 ], "with all one's heart| very willingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,5 ], "tenderness or pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,6 ], "courage or spirit; bravery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,7 ], "the inmost or most central part of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,8 ], "the most important or vital part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,1,9 ], "the part nearest the heart of a person; breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for hearten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-lung machine",1,1,1 ], "a machine used to maintain the circulation and oxygenation of the blood during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-lung machine",1,1,1 ], "heart surgery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart-rending",1,1,1 ], "causing great mental pain and sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-searching",1,1,1 ], "examination of one's feelings or conscience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-throb",1,1,1 ], "an object of infatuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-throb",1,1,2 ], "a heart beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-to-heart",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a conversation or discussion) concerned with personal problems or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-to-heart",1,1,1 ], "intimate feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heart-to-heart",1,2,1 ], "an intimate conversation or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-warming",1,1,1 ], "pleasing; gratifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-warming",1,1,2 ], "emotionally moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-whole",1,1,1 ], "not in love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-whole",1,1,2 ], "sincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heart-whole",1,1,3 ], "stout-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartache",1,1,1 ], "intense anguish or mental suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartbeat",1,1,1 ], "one complete pulsation of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartbreak",1,1,1 ], "intense and overwhelming grief, esp| through disappointment in love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartbreaking",1,1,1 ], "extremely sad, disappointing, or pitiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartbroken",1,1,1 ], "suffering from intense grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartburn",1,1,1 ], "a burning sensation beneath the breastbone caused by irritation of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartburn",1,1,1 ], "cardialgia, pyrosis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heartburn",1,1,1 ], "oesophagus, as from regurgitation of the contents of the stomach| Technical names:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hearten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartfelt",1,1,1 ], "sincerely and strongly felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearth",1,1,1,1 ], "the floor of a fireplace, esp| one that extends outwards into the room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearth",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearth",1,1,2 ], "this part of a fireplace as a symbol of the home, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearth",1,1,3 ], "produced or contained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hearth",1,1,3 ], "the bottom part of a metallurgical furnace in which the molten metal is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearthstone",1,1,1 ], "a stone that forms a hearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearthstone",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for hearth ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearthstone",1,1,3 ], "soft stone used to clean and whiten floors, steps, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartily",1,1,1 ], "thoroughly or vigorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartily",1,1,2 ], "in a sincere manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartland",1,1,1 ], "the central region of a country or continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartless",1,1,1 ], "unkind or cruel; hard-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearts",1,1,1 ], "a card game in which players must avoid winning tricks containing hearts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearts",1,1,1 ], "the queen of spades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heartsease",1,1,1 ], "another name for the wild pansy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartsease",1,1,2 ], "peace of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartsick",1,1,1 ], "deeply dejected or despondent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartsome",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartsome",1,1,2 ], "cheering or encouraging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartsome",1,1,3 ], "gay; cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartstrings",1,1,1 ], "deep emotions or feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartwood",1,1,1 ], "nonfunctioning xylem tissue that has become blocked with resins, tannins, and oils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heartwood",1,1,1 ], "the central core of dark hard wood in tree trunks, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartworm",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic nematode worm, Dirofilaria immitis, that lives in the heart and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heartworm",1,1,1 ], "bloodstream of vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,1,1 ], "heartier, heartiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,1,2 ], "warm and unreserved in manner or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,1,3 ], "vigorous and enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,1,4 ], "sincere and heartfelt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,1,5 ], "healthy and strong (esp| in the phrase hale and hearty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,1,6 ], "substantial and nourishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,2,1 ], "a comrade, esp| a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hearty",1,2,2 ], "a vigorous sporting man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat barrier",1,1,1 ], "another name for thermal barrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat capacity",1,1,1 ], "constant volume)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heat capacity",1,1,1 ], "interval under specified conditions| Symbol: Cp (for constant pressure) or Cv (for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat capacity",1,1,1 ], "the heat required to raise the temperature of a substance by unit temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat content",1,1,1 ], "another name for enthalpy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat death",1,1,1 ], "has no available energy| If the universe is a closed system it should eventually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat death",1,1,1 ], "reach this state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heat death",1,1,1 ], "the condition of any closed system when its total entropy is a maximum and it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine that converts heat into mechanical energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat exchanger",1,1,1 ], "a device for transferring heat from one fluid to another without allowing them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat exchanger",1,1,1 ], "to mix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat exhaustion",1,1,1 ], "a condition resulting from exposure to intense heat, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat exhaustion",1,1,1 ], "dizziness, abdominal cramp, and prostration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat lightning",1,1,1 ], "flashes of light seen near the horizon, esp| on hot evenings: reflections of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat lightning",1,1,1 ], "more distant lightning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat prostration",1,1,1 ], "another name for heat exhaustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat pump",1,1,1 ], "a device for extracting heat from a substance that is at a slightly higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat pump",1,1,1 ], "temperature than its surroundings, and delivering it to a factory, etc|, at a much higher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat pump",1,1,1 ], "temperature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heat rash",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for miliaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat seeker",1,1,1 ], "a type of missile that is guided onto its target by the infrared radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat seeker",1,1,1 ], "emitted by the target" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat shield",1,1,1 ], "a coating or barrier for shielding from excessive heat, such as that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat shield",1,1,1 ], "experienced by a spacecraft on re-entry into the earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat sink",1,1,1 ], "a metal plate specially designed to conduct and radiate heat from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat sink",1,1,1 ], "electrical component, such as a rectifier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat sink",1,1,2 ], "a layer of material placed within the outer skin of high-speed aircraft to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat sink",1,1,2 ], "absorb heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat wave",1,1,1 ], "a continuous spell of abnormally hot weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat wave",1,1,2 ], "an extensive slow-moving air mass at a relatively high temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,1 ], "a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature: it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,1 ], "adjs|: thermal, calorific" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,1 ], "equal to the total kinetic energy of the atoms or molecules of a system| Related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,10 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,10 ], "turn on the heat| Informal| to increase the intensity of activity, coercion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,2 ], "the sensation caused in the body by heat energy; warmth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,4 ], "hot weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,5 ], "intensity of feeling; passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,6 ], "the most intense or active part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,7 ], "a period or condition of sexual excitement in female mammals that occurs at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,7 ], "oestrus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,7,1 ], "a preliminary eliminating contest in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,7,2 ], "a single section of a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,8 ], "police activity after a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,1,9 ], "in the heat of the moment| without pausing to think" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,2,1 ], "to make or become hot or warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat",1,2,2 ], "to make or become excited or intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat-island",1,1,1 ], "average temperature than that of the surrounding air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat-island",1,1,1 ], "the mass of air over a large city, characteristically having a slightly higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heat-treat",1,1,1 ], "it desirable properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heat-treat",1,1,1 ], "to apply heat to (a metal or alloy) in one or more temperature cycles to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heated",1,1,1 ], "made hot; warmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heated",1,1,2 ], "impassioned or highly emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heater",1,1,1 ], "any device for supplying heat, such as a hot-air blower, radiator, convector," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heater",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heater",1,1,2 ], "a pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heater",1,1,3 ], "a conductor carrying a current that indirectly heats the cathode in some types" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heater",1,1,3 ], "of valve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heath cock",1,1,1 ], "another name for blackcock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath grass",1,1,1 ], "a perennial European grass, Sieglingia decumbens, with flat hairless leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath hen",1,1,1 ], "another name for greyhen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath hen",1,1,2 ], "a recently extinct variety of the prairie chicken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath wren",1,1,1 ], "either of two ground-nesting warblers of southern Australia, Hylacola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath wren",1,1,1 ], "pyrrhopygia or H| cauta, noted for their song and their powers of mimicry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heath",1,1,1 ], "a large open area, usually with sandy soil and scrubby vegetation, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath",1,1,1 ], "heather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heath",1,1,2 ], "any low-growing evergreen ericaceous shrub of the Old World genus Erica and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath",1,1,2 ], "related genera, having small bell-shaped typically pink or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heath",1,1,3 ], "any of several nonericaceous heathlike plants, such as sea heath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heath",1,1,4 ], "any of various heathlike plants of the genus Epacris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathberry",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants that have berry-like fruits and grow on heaths, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathberry",1,1,1 ], "the bilberry and crowberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,1,1 ], "a person who does not acknowledge the God of Christianity, Judaism, or Islam;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,1,1 ], "pagan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,1,2 ], "an uncivilized or barbaric person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,1,3 ], "the heathen| heathens collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,2,1 ], "irreligious; pagan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,2,2 ], "unenlightened; uncivilized; barbaric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,2,3 ], "customs, practices, and beliefs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heathen",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to heathen peoples or their religious, moral, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathendom",1,1,1 ], "heathen lands, peoples, or beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathenish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a heathen or heathen culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathenize",1,1,1 ], "to render or become heathen, or bring or come under heathen influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathenize",1,2,1 ], "to engage in heathen practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heather",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing evergreen Eurasian ericaceous shrub, Calluna vulgaris, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heather",1,1,1 ], "grows in dense masses on open ground and has clusters of small bell-shaped typically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heather",1,1,1 ], "pinkish-purple flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heather",1,1,2 ], "any of certain similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heather",1,1,3 ], "a purplish-red to pinkish-purple colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heather",1,2,1 ], "of a heather colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heather",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to interwoven yarns of mixed colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heathfowl",1,1,1 ], "(in British game laws) an archaic name for the black grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heating element",1,1,1 ], "a coil or other arrangement of wire in which heat is produced by an electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heating element",1,1,1 ], "current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heatstroke",1,1,1 ], "a condition resulting from prolonged exposure to intense heat, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heatstroke",1,1,1 ], "by high fever and in severe cases convulsions and coma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heaume",1,1,1 ], "(in the 12th and 13th centuries) a large helmet reaching and supported by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaume",1,1,1 ], "shoulders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heave down",1,1,1 ], "to turn a vessel on its side for cleaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave to",1,1,1 ], "to stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave to",1,1,2 ], "(a vessel) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave to",1,1,3 ], "(of a vessel) to stop, as by trimming the sails, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,1,1 ], "to lift or move with a great effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,2,1 ], "to throw (something heavy) with effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,2,2 ], "to utter (sounds, sighs, etc|) or breathe noisily or unhappily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,2,3 ], "to rise and fall or cause to rise and fall heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,2,3,1 ], "to move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,2,3,2 ], "(of a vessel) to pitch or roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,3,1 ], "to displace (rock strata, mineral veins, etc|) in a horizontal direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,4,1 ], "to retch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of heaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,5,2 ], "a fling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave",1,5,3 ], "a horizontal displacement of rock strata at a fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave-ho",1,1,1 ], "a sailors' cry, as when hoisting anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heave-ho",1,2,1 ], "dismissal, as from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,1,1 ], "the abode of God and the angels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,1,2 ], "a place or state of communion with God after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,2 ], "the sky, firmament or space surrounding the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,3 ], "(in any of various mythologies) a place, such as Elysium or Valhalla, to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,3 ], "those who have died in the gods' favour are brought to dwell in happiness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,4 ], "a place or state of joy and happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,5 ], "God or the gods, used in exclamatory phrases of surprise, exasperation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,6 ], "in seventh heaven| ecstatically happy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven",1,1,7 ], "move heaven and earth| to do everything possible (to achieve something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaven-sent",1,1,1 ], "providential; fortunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavenly",1,1,1 ], "alluring, wonderful, or sublime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavenly",1,1,2 ], "of or occurring in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavenly",1,1,3 ], "divine; holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavenward",1,1,1 ], "directed towards heaven or the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavenward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of heavenwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavenwards",1,1,1 ], "towards heaven or the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaves",1,1,1 ], "a chronic respiratory disorder of animals of the horse family, of unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heaves",1,1,1 ], "cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heaves",1,1,2 ], "the heaves| Slang| an attack of vomiting or retching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavier-than-air",1,1,1 ], "having a density greater than that of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavier-than-air",1,1,2 ], "gains lift from aerodynamic forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heavier-than-air",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an aircraft that does not depend on buoyancy for support but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy earth",1,1,1 ], "another name for barium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy hydrogen",1,1,1 ], "another name for deuterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy metal",1,1,1 ], "large guns or shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy oil",1,1,1 ], "a hydrocarbon mixture, heavier than water, distilled from coal tar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy spar",1,1,1 ], "another name for barytes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy water",1,1,1 ], "Formula: D2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heavy water",1,1,1 ], "water whose molecules contain deuterium atoms rather than hydrogen atoms|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,1 ], "of comparatively great weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,10 ], "(of an industry) engaged in the large-scale complex manufacture of capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,10 ], "goods or extraction of raw materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,11 ], "serious; grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,11,1 ], "armed or equipped with large weapons, armour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,11,2 ], "(of guns, etc|) of a large and powerful type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,12 ], "(of a syllable) having stress or accentuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,13 ], "dull and uninteresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,14 ], "prodigious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,15 ], "(of cakes, bread, etc|) insufficiently leavened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,16 ], "deep and loud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,17 ], "(of music, literature, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,17,1 ], "dramatic and powerful; grandiose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,17,1 ], "unpleasant or tedious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,17,2 ], "not immediately comprehensible or appealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,17,2 ], "wonderful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,17,3 ], "(of rock music) having a powerful beat; hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,18 ], "weighted; burdened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,19 ], "clumsy and slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,2 ], "having a relatively high density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,20 ], "permeating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,21 ], "cloudy or overcast, esp| threatening rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,22 ], "not easily digestible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,23 ], "(of an element or compound) being or containing an isotope with greater atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,23 ], "weight than that of the naturally occurring element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,24 ], "(of the going on a racecourse) soft and muddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,3 ], "great in yield, quality, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,4 ], "great or considerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,5 ], "hard to bear, accomplish, or fulfil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,6 ], "sad or dejected in spirit or mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,7 ], "coarse or broad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,8 ], "(of soil) having a high clay content; cloggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,1,9 ], "solid or fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,2,1 ], "a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,2,2 ], "a villainous role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,2,2,1 ], "a large fleet unit, esp| an aircraft carrier or battleship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,2,2,2 ], "a large calibre or weighty piece of artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,2,2,2 ], "an actor who plays such a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,2,3 ], "a heavyweight boxer, wrestler, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy",1,2,4 ], "strong bitter beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy-duty",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy-duty",1,1,2 ], "made to withstand hard wear, bad weather, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy-duty",1,1,3 ], "subject to high import or export taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy-footed",1,1,1 ], "having a heavy or clumsy tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy-handed",1,1,1 ], "clumsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy-handed",1,1,2 ], "harsh and oppressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavy-hearted",1,1,1 ], "sad; melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavyweight",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is heavier than average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavyweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing more than 175 pounds (79 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavyweight",1,1,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing more than 81 kg (179 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavyweight",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavyweight",1,1,2 ], "a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually over 214 pounds (97 kg))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heavyweight",1,1,3 ], "an important or highly influential person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebdomad",1,1,1 ], "the number seven or a group of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebdomad",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebdomadal",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for weekly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebephrenia",1,1,1 ], "a form of pubertal schizophrenia, characterized by hallucinations, delusions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebephrenia",1,1,1 ], "foolish behaviour, and senseless laughter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hebetate",1,1,1 ], "(of plant parts) having a blunt or soft point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebetate",1,2,1 ], "to make or become blunted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hebetude",1,1,1 ], "mental dullness or lethargy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hecatomb",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece or Rome) any great public sacrifice and feast, originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hecatomb",1,1,1 ], "one in which 100 oxen were sacrificed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hecatomb",1,1,2 ], "a great sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heck",1,1,1 ], "a mild exclamation of surprise, irritation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heck",2,1,1 ], "dialect| a frame for obstructing the passage of fish in a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heckelphone",1,1,1 ], "a type of bass oboe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heckle",1,1,1 ], "taunts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heckle",1,1,1 ], "to interrupt (a public speaker, performer, etc|) by comments, questions, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heckle",1,2,1 ], "to comb (hemp or flax)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heckle",1,3,1 ], "an instrument for combing flax or hemp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectare",1,1,1 ], "acres| Symbol: ha" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hectare",1,1,1 ], "one hundred ares| 1 hectare is equivalent to 10,000 square metres or 2|471" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by extreme activity or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectic",1,1,2 ], "associated with, peculiar to, or symptomatic of tuberculosis (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectic",1,1,2 ], "phrases hectic fever, hectic flush)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hectic",1,2,1 ], "a hectic fever or flush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectic",1,2,2 ], "a person who is consumptive or who experiences a hectic fever or flush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hecto-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectocotylus",1,1,1 ], "a tentacle in certain male cephalopod molluscs, such as the octopus, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectocotylus",1,1,1 ], "specialized for transferring spermatozoa to the female" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hectogram",1,1,1 ], "one hundred grams| 1 hectogram is equivalent to 3|527 ounces| Symbol: hg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectograph",1,1,1 ], "a process for copying type or manuscript from a glycerin-coated gelatin master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hectograph",1,1,1 ], "to which the original has been transferred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hectograph",1,1,2 ], "a machine using this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hector",1,1,1 ], "to bully or torment by teasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hector",1,2,1 ], "a blustering bully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heddle",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of frames of vertical wires on a loom, each wire having an eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heddle",1,1,1 ], "through which a warp thread can be passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heder" ,1, 1, 1],"che_der",1). c_DEF([ "hedge garlic",1,1,1 ], "another name for garlic mustard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge hyssop",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American scrophulariaceous plants of the genus Gratiola," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge hyssop",1,1,1 ], "esp| G| aurea, having small yellow or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedge sparrow",1,1,1 ], "(accentors)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedge sparrow",1,1,1 ], "a small brownish European songbird, Prunella modularis: family Prunellidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,1,1 ], "a row of shrubs or bushes forming a boundary to a field, garden, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,1,2 ], "a barrier or protection against something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,1,3 ], "bet, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,1,3 ], "the act or a method of reducing the risk of financial loss on an investment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,1,4 ], "a cautious or evasive statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,2,1 ], "to enclose or separate with or as if with a hedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,3,1 ], "to hinder, obstruct, or restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,4,1 ], "to evade decision or action, esp| by making noncommittal statements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,5,1 ], "esp| by laying bets with other bookmakers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,5,1 ], "to guard against the risk of loss in (a bet, the paying out of a win, etc|)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,6,1 ], "investing in futures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedge",1,6,1 ], "to protect against financial loss through future price fluctuations, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedgehog",1,1,1 ], "Erinaceidae, order Insectivora (insectivores)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hedgehog",1,1,1 ], "any small nocturnal Old World mammal of the genus Erinaceus, such as E|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedgehog",1,1,1 ], "europaeus, and related genera, having a protective covering of spines on the back: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedgehog",1,1,2 ], "any other insectivores of the family Erinaceidae, such as the moon rat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedgehog",1,1,3 ], "any of various other spiny animals, esp| the porcupine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedgehop",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(of an aircraft)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedgehop",1,1,2 ], "to fly close to the ground, as in crop spraying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedgerow",1,1,1 ], "a hedge of shrubs or low trees growing along a bank, esp| one bordering a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedgerow",1,1,1 ], "field or lane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedonics",1,1,1 ], "sensations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hedonics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of psychology concerned with the study of pleasant and unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedonics",1,1,2 ], "(in philosophy) the study of pleasure, esp| in its relation to duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedonism",1,1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the pursuit of pleasure is the highest good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedonism",1,1,1,2 ], "the pursuit of pleasure as a matter of principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hedonism",1,1,2 ], "indulgence in sensual pleasures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heebie-jeebies",1,1,1 ], "Slang| apprehension and nervousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heed",1,1,1 ], "close and careful attention; notice (often in the phrases give, pay, or take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heed",1,1,1 ], "heed)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heed",1,2,1 ], "to pay close attention to (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heedless",1,1,1 ], "taking little or no notice; careless or thoughtless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heehaw",1,1,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the braying sound of a donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel bar",1,1,1 ], "a small shop or a counter in a department store where shoes are mended while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel bar",1,1,1 ], "the customer waits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heel bone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for calcaneus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel in",1,1,1 ], "moist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heel in",1,1,1 ], "to insert (cuttings, shoots, etc|) into the soil before planting to keep them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,1 ], "ankle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,1 ], "the back part of the human foot from the instep to the lower part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,10 ], "a contemptible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,11 ], "at one's heels| just behind or following closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,12 ], "cool one's heels| to be kept waiting, esp| deliberately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,13 ], "down at heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,13,1 ], "shabby or worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,13,2 ], "slovenly or careless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,14 ], "rock back on one's heels| Informal| to astonish or be astonished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,15 ], "take to one's heels| to run off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,16 ], "to heel| disciplined or under control, as a dog walking by a person's heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,3 ], "the part of a shoe, stocking, etc|, designed to fit the heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,4 ], "the outer part of a shoe underneath the heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,5 ], "the part of the palm of a glove nearest the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,6 ], "the lower, end, or back section of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,7 ], "for propagation and that ensures more successful rooting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,7 ], "the small part of the parent plant that remains attached to a young shoot cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,7,1 ], "the bottom of a mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,7,2 ], "the after end of a ship's keel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,8 ], "the back part of a golf club head where it bends to join the shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,9 ], "heel)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,1,9 ], "possession of the ball as obtained from a scrum (esp| in the phrase get the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,2,1 ], "to repair or replace the heel of (shoes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,2,2 ], "to perform (a dance) with the heels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,3,1 ], "to strike (the ball) with the heel of the club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,3,2 ], "to kick (the ball) backwards using the sole and heel of the boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,3,3 ], "to follow at the heels of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",1,4,1 ], "to arm (a gamecock) with spurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",2,1,1 ], "(of a vessel) to lean over; list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel",2,2,1 ], "inclined position from the vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel-and-toe",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting a style of walking in which the heel of the front foot touches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel-and-toe",1,1,1 ], "the ground before the toes of the rear one leave it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heel-and-toe",1,2,1 ], "(esp| in motor racing) to use the heel and toe of the same foot to operate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heel-and-toe",1,2,1 ], "brake and accelerator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heelball",1,1,1,1 ], "a black waxy substance used by shoemakers to blacken the edges of heels and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heelball",1,1,1,1 ], "soles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heelball",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar substance used to take rubbings, esp| brass rubbings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeled",1,1,1,1 ], "having a heel or heels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeled",1,1,1,2 ], "high-heeled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeled",1,1,2 ], "well-heeled| wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that heels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeler",1,1,2 ], "a dog that herds cattle, etc|, by biting at their heels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heelpiece",1,1,1 ], "the piece of a shoe, stocking, etc|, designed to fit the heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heelpost",1,1,1 ], "a post for carrying the hinges of a door or gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeltap",1,1,1 ], "a layer of leather, etc|, in the heel of a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeltap",1,1,2 ], "a small amount of alcoholic drink left at the bottom of a glass after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heeltap",1,1,2 ], "drinking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heft",1,1,1 ], "to assess the weight of (something) by lifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heft",1,1,2 ], "to lift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heft",1,2,1 ], "weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heft",1,2,2 ], "the main part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hefty",1,1,1 ], "heftier, heftiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hefty",1,1,2 ], "big and strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hefty",1,1,3 ], "characterized by vigour or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hefty",1,1,4 ], "large, bulky, or heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hegemony",1,1,1 ], "ascendancy or domination of one power or state within a league, confederation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hegemony",1,1,1 ], "etc|, or of one social class over others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hegumen",1,1,1 ], "the head of a monastery of the Eastern Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or inquiry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heifer",1,1,1 ], "a young cow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heigh-ho",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of weariness, disappointment, surprise, or happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height of land",1,1,1 ], "a watershed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,1 ], "or apex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,1 ], "the vertical distance from the bottom or lowest part of something to the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,10 ], "a position of influence, fame, or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,2 ], "level; altitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,2 ], "the vertical distance of an object or place above the ground or above sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,3 ], "relatively great altitude or distance from the bottom to the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,4 ], "the topmost point; summit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,5 ], "the angular distance of a celestial body above the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,6 ], "the period of greatest activity or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,7 ], "an extreme example of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,8 ], "an area of high ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height",1,1,9 ], "the state of being far above the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "height-to-paper",1,1,1 ], "(Brit|) and 0|9186 inch (U|S|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "height-to-paper",1,1,1 ], "the overall height of printing plates and type, standardized as 0|9175 inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heighten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become high or higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heighten",1,1,2 ], "to make or become more extreme or intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heinous",1,1,1 ], "evil; atrocious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heir apparent",1,1,1 ], "a person whose right to succeed to certain property cannot be defeated," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heir apparent",1,1,1 ], "provided such person survives his ancestor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heir presumptive",1,1,1 ], "a person who expects to succeed to an estate but whose right may be defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heir presumptive",1,1,1 ], "by the birth of one nearer in blood to the ancestor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heir",1,1,1 ], "irrespective of whether such person died testate or intestate, and upon whom devolves as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heir",1,1,1 ], "the person legally succeeding to all property of a deceased person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heir",1,1,1 ], "well as the rights the duties and liabilities attached to the estate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heir",1,1,2 ], "any person or thing that carries on some tradition, circumstance, etc|, from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heir",1,1,2 ], "forerunner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heir",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heir-at-law",1,1,1 ], "intestate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heir-at-law",1,1,1 ], "the person entitled to succeed to the real property of a person who dies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heirdom",1,1,1 ], "succession by right of blood; inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heiress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who inherits or expects to inherit great wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heiress",1,1,2 ], "a female heir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heirloom",1,1,1 ], "an object that has been in a family for generations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heirloom",1,1,2 ], "an item of personal property inherited by special custom or in accordance with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heirloom",1,1,2 ], "the terms of a will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heirship",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being an heir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heirship",1,1,2 ], "the right to inherit; inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heist",1,1,1 ], "a robbery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heist",1,2,1 ], "to steal or burgle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heitiki",1,1,1 ], "a Maori neck ornament of greenstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "held",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of hold'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliacal rising",1,1,1 ], "the rising of a celestial object at the same time as the rising of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliacal rising",1,1,2 ], "sky" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliacal rising",1,1,2 ], "the date at which such a celestial object first becomes visible in the dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helianthus",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Helianthus, such as the sunflower and Jerusalem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helianthus",1,1,1 ], "artichoke, typically having large yellow daisy-like flowers with yellow, brown, or purple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helianthus",1,1,1 ], "centres: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "helical gear",1,1,1 ], "a gearwheel having the tooth form generated on a helical path about the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helical gear",1,1,1 ], "of the wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helical",1,1,1 ], "of or shaped like a helix; spiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helices",1,1,1 ], "a plural of helix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helichrysum",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the widely cultivated genus Helichrysum, whose flowers retain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helichrysum",1,1,1 ], "their shape and colour when dried: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helicline",1,1,1 ], "a spiral-shaped ramp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helico-",1,1,1 ], "spiral or helical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helicograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for drawing spiral curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helicoid",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a spiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helicoid",1,2,1 ], "any surface resembling that of a screw thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helicon",1,1,1 ], "a bass tuba made to coil over the shoulder of a band musician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helicopter gunship",1,1,1 ], "a heavily armed helicopter used for ground attack rather than aerial combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helicopter",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft without wings that is capable of moving vertically and hovering," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helicopter",1,1,1 ], "obtaining its lift from the rotation of overhead blades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliocentric",1,1,1 ], "having the sun at its centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliocentric",1,1,2 ], "measured from or in relation to the centre of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used for sending messages (heliograms) by means of flashes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliograph",1,1,1 ], "light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliograph",1,1,2 ], "a device used to photograph the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliogravure",1,1,1 ], "a former name for photogravure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliolatry",1,1,1 ], "worship of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliolithic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a civilization characterized by sun worship and megaliths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliometer",1,1,1 ], "a refracting telescope having a split objective lens that is used to determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliometer",1,1,1 ], "very small angular distances between celestial bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliostat",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical instrument used to reflect the light of the sun in a constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliostat",1,1,1 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliotaxis",1,1,1 ], "movement of an entire organism in response to the stimulus of sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the therapeutic use of sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,1 ], "any boraginaceous plant of the genus Heliotropium, esp| the South American H|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,1 ], "arborescens, cultivated for its small fragrant purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,2 ], "clusters of small pink, purple, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,2 ], "garden heliotrope| a widely cultivated valerian, Valeriana officinalis, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,3 ], "any of various plants that turn towards the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,3,1 ], "a bluish-violet to purple colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,4 ], "an instrument used in geodetic surveying employing the sun's rays reflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,4 ], "by a mirror as a signal for the sighting of stations over long distances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliotrope",1,1,5 ], "another name for bloodstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotropin",1,1,1 ], "another term for piperonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotropism",1,1,1 ], "the growth of a plant in response to the stimulus of sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotype",1,1,1 ], "a printing process in which an impression is taken in ink from a gelatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotype",1,1,1 ], "surface that has been exposed under a negative and prepared for printing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliotype",1,1,2 ], "the gelatin plate produced by such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliotype",1,1,3 ], "a print produced from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliozoan",1,1,1 ], "any protozoan of the mostly freshwater order Heliozoa, typically having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heliozoan",1,1,1 ], "siliceous shell and stiff radiating pseudopodia: class Sarcodina (amoeba, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heliport",1,1,1 ], "an airport for helicopters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helium",1,1,1 ], "He; atomic no|: 2; atomic wt|: 4|0026; density: 0|178 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -272|2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "helium",1,1,1 ], "a very light nonflammable colourless odourless element that is an inert gas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: -268|6 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "helium",1,1,1 ], "occurring in certain natural gases: used in balloons and in cryogenic research| Symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helix",1,1,1 ], "a curve that lies on a cylinder or cone, at a constant angle to the line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helix",1,1,1 ], "segments making up the surface; spiral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helix",1,1,2 ], "a spiral shape or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helix",1,1,3 ], "the incurving fold that forms the margin of the external ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helix",1,1,4 ], "another name for volute ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helix",1,1,5 ], "any terrestrial gastropod mollusc of the genus Helix, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helix",1,1,5 ], "garden snail (H| aspersa)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,1,1 ], "as its ruler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,1,1 ], "the place or state of eternal punishment of the wicked after death, with Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,1,2 ], "forces of evil regarded as residing there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,10 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,11 ], "for the hell of it| Informal| for the fun of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,12 ], "give someone hell| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,12,1 ], "to give someone a severe reprimand or punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,12,2 ], "to be a source of annoyance or torment to someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,13 ], "hell of a or helluva| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,14 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,15 ], "hell for leather| at great speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,16 ], "(come) hell or high water| Informal| whatever difficulties may arise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,17 ], "hell to pay| Informal| serious consequences, as of a foolish action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,18 ], "like hell| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,18,1 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,18,2 ], "an expression of strong disagreement with a previous statement, request," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,18,2 ], "order, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,19 ], "raise hell| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,19,1 ], "to create a noisy disturbance, as in fun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,19,2 ], "to react strongly and unfavourably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,2 ], "(in various religions and cultures) the abode of the spirits of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,20 ], "the hell| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,20,1 ], "(intensifier): used in such phrases as what the hell, who the hell, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,20,2 ], "an expression of strong disagreement or disfavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,3 ], "pain, extreme difficulty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,4 ], "a cause of such difficulty or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,5 ], "high spirits or mischievousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,6 ], "another name for hellbox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,7 ], "a box used by a tailor for discarded material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,8 ], "a gambling house, booth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,1,9 ], "as hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of anger, annoyance, surprise, etc| (Also in exclamations such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hell",1,2,1 ], "as hell's bells, hell's teeth, etc|)| l" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hellbender",1,1,1 ], "a very large dark grey aquatic salamander, Cryptobranchus alleganiensis, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellbender",1,1,1 ], "internal gills: inhabits rivers in E and central U|S|: family Cryptobranchidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hellbent",1,1,1 ], "strongly or rashly intent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellbox",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle used by printers for broken or unneeded type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellcat",1,1,1 ], "a spiteful fierce-tempered woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helldiver",1,1,1 ], "a small greyish-brown North American grebe, Podilymbus podiceps, with a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helldiver",1,1,1 ], "bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hellebore",1,1,1 ], "(black hellebore), typically having showy flowers and poisonous parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hellebore",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the Eurasian ranunculaceous genus Helleborus, esp| H| niger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellebore",1,1,2 ], "album, which have greenish flowers and yield alkaloids used in the treatment of heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hellebore",1,1,2 ], "any of various liliaceous plants of the N temperate genus Veratrum, esp| V|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellebore",1,1,2 ], "disease" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "helleborine",1,1,1 ], "any of various N temperate orchids of the genera Cephalanthera and Epipactis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heller",1,1,1 ], "any of various old German or Austrian coins of low denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heller",1,1,2 ], "another word for haler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heller",2,1,1 ], "another word for hellion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellery",1,1,1 ], "wild or mischievous behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellfire",1,1,1 ], "the torment and punishment of hell, envisaged as eternal fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellfire",1,1,2 ], "belief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hellfire",1,1,2 ], "characterizing sermons or preachers that emphasize this aspect of Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellgrammite",1,1,1 ], "bait for bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hellgrammite",1,1,1 ], "the larva of the dobsonfly, about 10 cm long with biting mouthparts: used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellhole",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant or evil place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellhound",1,1,1 ], "a hound of hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellhound",1,1,2 ], "a fiend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellion",1,1,1 ], "a rough or rowdy person, esp| a child; troublemaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hellish" ,1, 1, 1],"of or resembling hell",1). c_DEF([ "hellish" ,1, 1, 2],"wicked; cruel",1). c_DEF([ "hellish" ,1, 1, 3],"very difficult or unpleasant",1). c_DEF([ "hello",1,1,1 ], "an expression of greeting used on meeting a person or at the start of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hello",1,1,1 ], "telephone call" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hello",1,1,2 ], "a call used to attract attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hello",1,1,3 ], "an expression of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hello",1,2,2 ], "the act of saying or calling @6hello@9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helm",1,1,1,1 ], "the wheel, tiller, or entire apparatus by which a vessel is steered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helm",1,1,1,2 ], "of the rudder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helm",1,1,1,2 ], "the position of the helm: that is, on the side of the keel opposite from that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helm",1,1,2 ], "a position of leadership or control (esp| in the phrase at the helm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helm",1,2,1 ], "to direct or steer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helm",2,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helm",2,2,1 ], "to supply with a helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helmet",1,1,1 ], "a piece of protective or defensive armour for the head worn by soldiers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helmet",1,1,1 ], "policemen, firemen, divers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helmet",1,1,2 ], "a part or structure resembling a helmet, esp| the upper part of the calyx of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helmet",1,1,2 ], "certain flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helminth",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic worm, esp| a nematode or fluke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helminthiasis",1,1,1 ], "infestation of the body with parasitic worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helminthic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by parasitic worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helminthic",1,3,1 ], "another word for vermifuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helminthology",1,1,1 ], "the study of parasitic worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helotism",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being a Helot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helotism",1,1,2 ], "a sociopolitical system in which a class, minority, nation, etc|, is held in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helotism",1,1,2 ], "state of subjection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "helotism",1,1,3 ], "another name for dulosis|Also (for senses 1, 2): helotage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helotry",1,1,1 ], "serfdom or slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helotry",1,1,2 ], "serfs or slaves as a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help out",1,1,1 ], "to assist or aid (someone), esp| by sharing the burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help out",1,1,2 ], "to share the burden or cost of something with (another person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,1,1 ], "burden of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,1,1 ], "to assist or aid (someone to do something), esp| by sharing the work, cost, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,1,2 ], "to alleviate the burden of (someone else) by giving assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,2,1 ], "to assist (a person) to go in a specified direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,2,2 ], "to promote or contribute to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,2,3 ], "to cause improvement in (a situation, person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,3,1,1 ], "to avoid or refrain from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,3,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by it) to prevent or be responsible for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,3,2 ], "to alleviate (an illness, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,1 ], "to serve (a customer)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,1,1 ], "to serve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,2 ], "(someone with food, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,3 ], "(usually in the phrase help oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,3,2 ], "to provide (oneself with) without permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,4 ], "cannot help but| to be unable to do anything else except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,5 ], "help a person on or off with| to assist a person in the putting on or removal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,5 ], "of (clothes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,6 ], "so help me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,6,1 ], "on my honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,4,6,2 ], "no matter what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,5,1 ], "the act of helping, or being helped, or a person or thing that helps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,5,2 ], "a helping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,5,2,1 ], "a person hired for a job; employee, esp| a farm worker or domestic servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,5,2,2 ], "several employees collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,5,3 ], "a means of remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "help",1,6,1 ], "used to ask for assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helpful",1,1,1 ], "serving a useful function; giving help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helping hand",1,1,1 ], "assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helping",1,1,1 ], "a single portion of food taken at a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helpless",1,1,1 ], "unable to manage independently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helpless",1,1,2 ], "made powerless or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helpless",1,1,3 ], "without help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helpmate",1,1,1 ], "a companion and helper, esp| a wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helpmeet",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for helpmate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helter-skelter",1,1,1 ], "haphazard or carelessly hurried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helter-skelter",1,1,2 ], "in a helter-skelter manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helter-skelter",1,2,1 ], "a high spiral slide, as at a fairground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helter-skelter",1,2,2 ], "disorder or haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helve",1,1,1 ], "the handle of a hand tool such as an axe or pick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "helve",1,2,1 ], "to fit a helve to (a tool)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to utter this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,1,1 ], "Hhem ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,1,1 ], "an edge to a piece of cloth, made by folding the raw edge under and stitching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,1,1 ], "it down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,1,2 ], "hem and haw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,1,2 ], "short for ,hemline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,1,3 ], "to hesitate in speaking or in making a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a hem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by in, around, or about) to enclose or confine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hem-",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| variant of haemo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hema-",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| variant of haemo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemato-",1,1,1 ], "U|S| variants of haemato-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemelytron",1,1,1 ], "membranous apex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemelytron",1,1,1 ], "the forewing of plant bugs and related insects, having a thickened base and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemeralopia",1,1,1 ], "inability to see clearly in bright light| Nontechnical name: day blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemi-",1,1,1 ], "half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemialgia",1,1,1 ], "pain limited to one side of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemianopsia",1,1,1 ], "loss of one half of the field of vision in both eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemicellulose",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of plant polysaccharides that occur chiefly in the cell wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemichordate",1,1,1 ], "Hemichorda), having numerous gill slits in the pharynx: phylum Chordata (chordates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemichordate",1,1,1 ], "any small wormlike marine animal of the subphylum Hemichordata (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemichordate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the subphylum Hemichordata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemicycle",1,1,1 ], "a semicircular structure, room, arena, wall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemicycle",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for semicircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemidemisemiquaver",1,1,1 ], "a note having the time value of one sixty-fourth of a semibreve| Usual U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemidemisemiquaver",1,1,1 ], "name: sixty-fourth note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemielytron",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hemelytron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemihedral",1,1,1 ], "(of a crystal) exhibiting only half the number of planes necessary for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemihedral",1,1,1 ], "complete symmetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemihydrate",1,1,1 ], "a hydrate in which there are two molecules of substance to every molecule of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemihydrate",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemimorphic",1,1,1 ], "(of a crystal) having different forms at each end of an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemimorphite",1,1,1 ], "(U|S|), smithsonite (Brit|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hemimorphite",1,1,1 ], "a white mineral consisting of hydrated zinc silicate in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemimorphite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: a common ore of zinc| Formula: Zn4Si2O7(OH)2|H2O| Former names: calamine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemiola",1,1,1 ], "a rhythmical device involving the superimposition of, for example, two notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemiola",1,1,1 ], "in the time of three" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemiparasite",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic plant, such as mistletoe, that carries out photosynthesis but also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemiparasite",1,1,1 ], "obtains food from its host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemiparasite",1,1,2 ], "an organism that can live independently or parasitically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemiplegia",1,1,1 ], "brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemiplegia",1,1,1 ], "paralysis of one side of the body, usually as the result of injury to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemipode",1,1,1 ], "another name for button quail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemipteran",1,1,1 ], "any hemipterous insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemipterous",1,1,1 ], "bugs, bedbugs, etc|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hemipterous",1,1,1 ], "divided into the suborders Homoptera (aphids, cicadas, etc|) and Heteroptera (water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hemipterous",1,1,1 ], "having sucking or piercing mouthparts specialized as a beak (rostrum)| The group is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemipterous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Hemiptera, a large order of insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "one half of a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,1,1 ], "0 degrees and 180 degrees " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,1,1 ], "by the equator or into eastern and western hemispheres by some meridians, usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,1,1 ], "half of the terrestrial globe, divided into northern and southern hemispheres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,1,2 ], "a map or projection of one of the hemispheres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,2 ], "either of the two halves of the celestial sphere that lie north or south of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,2 ], "the celestial equator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemisphere",1,1,3 ], "short for cerebral hemisphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemispheroid",1,1,1 ], "half of a spheroid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemistich",1,1,1 ], "a half line of verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemiterpene",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of simple unsaturated hydrocarbons, such as isoprene, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemiterpene",1,1,1 ], "the formula C5H8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemitrope",1,1,1 ], "another name for twin ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemline",1,1,1 ], "the level to which the hem of a skirt or dress hangs; hem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemlock",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous poisonous Eurasian plant, Conium maculatum, having finely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemlock",1,1,1 ], "divided leaves, spotted stems, and small white flowers| U|S| name: poison hemlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemlock",1,1,2 ], "a poisonous drug derived from this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemlock",1,1,3 ], "any coniferous tree of the genus Tsuga, of North America and E Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemlock",1,1,3 ], "short flat needles: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemlock",1,1,4 ], "the wood of any of these trees, used for lumber and as a source of wood pulp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemmer",1,1,1 ], "an attachment on a sewing machine for hemming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemo-",1,1,1 ], "U|S| variant of haemo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemp agrimony",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Eupatorium cannabinum, with small clusters of reddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemp agrimony",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemp nettle",1,1,1 ], "a hairy weedy plant, Galeopsis tetrahit, of northern regions, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemp nettle",1,1,1 ], "helmet-shaped pink, purple, and white flowers and toothed leaves: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemp nettle",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants of the genus Galeopsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemp",1,1,1 ], "an annual strong-smelling Asian moraceous plant, Cannabis sativa, having tough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemp",1,1,1 ], "fibres, deeply lobed leaves, and small greenish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemp",1,1,2 ], "the fibre of this plant, used to make canvas, rope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemp",1,1,3 ], "any of several narcotic drugs obtained from some varieties of this plant, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemp",1,1,3 ], "from Indian hemp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemstitch",1,1,1 ], "a decorative edging stitch, usually for a hem, in which the cross threads are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hemstitch",1,1,1 ], "stitched in groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hemstitch",1,2,1 ], "to decorate (a hem, etc|) with hemstitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen harrier",1,1,1 ], "a common harrier, Circus cyaneus, that flies over fields and marshes and nests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen harrier",1,1,1 ], "in marshes and open land| U|S| names: marsh hawk, marsh harrier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hen party",1,1,1 ], "a party at which only women are present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen run",1,1,1 ], "an enclosure for hens, esp| one made of chicken wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen",1,1,1 ], "the female of any bird, esp| the adult female of the domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen",1,1,2 ], "the female of certain other animals, such as the lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen",1,1,3 ], "a woman regarded as gossipy or foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen",1,1,4 ], "a term of affectionate address, used to women and girls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen-and-chickens",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing| or pl|) any of several plants, such as the houseleek and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hen-and-chickens",1,1,1 ], "ground ivy, that produce many offsets or runners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henbane",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous solanaceous Mediterranean plant, Hyoscyamus niger, with sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henbane",1,1,1 ], "hairy leaves and funnel-shaped greenish flowers: yields the drug hyoscyamine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henbit",1,1,1 ], "a plant, Lamium amplexicaule, that is native to Europe and has toothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henbit",1,1,1 ], "opposite leaves and small dark red flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hence",1,1,1 ], "for this reason; following from this; therefore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hence",1,2,1 ], "from this time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hence",1,2,1,1 ], "from here or from this world; away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hence",1,2,1,2 ], "from this origin or source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hence",1,3,1 ], "begone! away!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henceforth ," ,1, 1, 1],"henceforwards, or henceforward",1). c_DEF([ "henceforth ," ,1, 1, 2],"from this time forward; from now on",1). c_DEF([ "henchman",1,1,1 ], "a faithful attendant or supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henchman",1,1,2 ], "a squire; page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hencoop",1,1,1 ], "a cage for poultry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hendeca-",1,1,1 ], "eleven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hendecagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having 11 sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hendecahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having 11 plane faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hendecasyllable",1,1,1 ], "a verse line of 11 syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hendiadys",1,1,1 ], "a rhetorical device by which two nouns joined by a conjunction, usually and," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hendiadys",1,1,1 ], "are used instead of a noun and a modifier, as in to run with fear and haste instead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hendiadys",1,1,1 ], "of to run with fearful haste" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "henequen",1,1,1 ], "an agave plant, Agave fourcroydes, that is native of Yucatan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henequen",1,1,2 ], "the fibre of this plant, used in making rope, twine, and coarse fabrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henge",1,1,1 ], "a circular area, often containing a circle of stones or sometimes wooden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henge",1,1,1 ], "posts, dating from the Neolithic and Bronze Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henhouse",1,1,1 ], "a coop for hens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henna",1,1,1 ], "a lythraceous shrub or tree, Lawsonia inermis, of Asia and N Africa, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henna",1,1,1 ], "white or reddish fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henna",1,1,2 ], "a reddish dye obtained from the powdered leaves of this plant, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henna",1,1,2 ], "cosmetic and industrial dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henna",1,1,3 ], "a reddish-brown or brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henna",1,2,1 ], "to dye with henna| Archaic name (for senses 1, 2): camphire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hennery",1,1,1 ], "a place or farm for keeping poultry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henotheism",1,1,1 ], "clan, or tribe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henotheism",1,1,1 ], "the worship of one deity (of several) as the special god of one's family," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henpeck",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman) to harass or torment (a man, esp| her husband) by persistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "henpeck",1,1,1 ], "nagging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henry",1,1,1 ], "in which an emf of 1 volt is produced when the current varies uniformly at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "henry",1,1,1 ], "rate of 1 ampere per second| Symbol: H" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "henry",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of electric inductance; the inductance of a closed circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hent",1,1,1 ], "to seize; grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hent",1,2,1 ], "anything that has been grasped, esp| by the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hep",1,1,1 ], "hepper, heppest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hep",1,1,2 ], "an earlier word for hip ,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heparin",1,1,1 ], "a polysaccharide, containing sulphate groups, present in most body tissues: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heparin",1,1,1 ], "anticoagulant used in the treatment of thrombosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hepatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepatic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the liverworts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepatic",1,1,3 ], "having the colour of liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepatic",1,2,1 ], "any of various drugs for use in treating diseases of the liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepatic",1,2,2 ], "a less common name for a liverwort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepatica",1,1,1 ], "any ranunculaceous woodland plant of the N temperate genus Hepatica, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepatica",1,1,1 ], "three-lobed leaves and white, mauve, or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hepatitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepato-",1,1,1 ], "denoting the liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepcat",1,1,1 ], "a person who is hep, esp| a player or admirer of jazz and swing in the 1940s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hepta-",1,1,1 ], "seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptad",1,1,1 ], "a group or series of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptad",1,1,2 ], "the number or sum of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptad",1,1,3 ], "an atom or element with a valency of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptadecanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline water-insoluble carboxylic acid used in organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptadecanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "synthesis| Formula: CH3(CH\2)15COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heptagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having seven sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having seven plane faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptamerous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts such as petals or sepals) arranged in groups of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptameter",1,1,1 ], "a verse line of seven metrical feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptane",1,1,1 ], "an alkane existing in eight isomeric forms, esp| the isomer with a straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptane",1,1,1 ], "anaesthetic| Formula: CH3(CH\2)5CH3(n-)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heptane",1,1,1 ], "chain of carbon atoms (n-heptane), which is found in petroleum and used as an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heptangular",1,1,1 ], "having seven angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by seven rulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptarchy",1,1,2 ], "a state divided into seven regions each under its own ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptarchy",1,1,2,1 ], "Wessex, Mercia, and Northumbria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heptarchy",1,1,2,1 ], "divided from about the 7th to the 9th centuries a|d|: Kent, East Anglia, Essex, Sussex," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heptarchy",1,1,2,1 ], "the seven kingdoms into which Anglo-Saxon England is thought to have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptarchy",1,1,2,2 ], "the period when this grouping existed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptastich",1,1,1 ], "a poem, strophe, or stanza that consists of seven lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptavalent",1,1,1 ], "having a valency of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heptose",1,1,1 ], "any monosaccharide that has seven carbon atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "her",1,1,1 ], "refers to a female person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "her",1,1,2 ], "nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "her",1,1,2 ], "refers to things personified as feminine or traditionally to ships and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "her",1,1,3 ], "a dialect word for herself when used as an indirect object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "her",1,2,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated with her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who announces important news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,1,2 ], "a forerunner; harbinger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,1,3 ], "pursuivant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,1,3 ], "the intermediate rank of heraldic officer, between king-of-arms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,1,4 ], "(in the Middle Ages) an official at a tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,2,1 ], "to announce publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herald",1,2,2 ], "to precede or usher in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heraldic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to heraldry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heraldic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to heralds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heraldry",1,1,1 ], "bearings, the allocation of rights to bear arms, the tracing of genealogies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heraldry",1,1,1 ], "the occupation or study concerned with the classification of armorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heraldry",1,1,2 ], "the duties and pursuit of a herald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heraldry",1,1,3 ], "armorial bearings, insignia, devices, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heraldry",1,1,4 ], "heraldic symbols or symbolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heraldry",1,1,5 ], "the show and ceremony of heraldry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heralds' college",1,1,1 ], "another name for college of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb Christopher",1,1,1 ], "another name for baneberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb Gerard",1,1,1 ], "another name for goutweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb Paris",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian woodland plant, Paris quadrifolia, with a whorl of four leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb Paris",1,1,1 ], "a solitary yellow flower: formerly used medicinally: family Trilliaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herb Robert",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing N temperate geraniaceous plant, Geranium robertianum, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb Robert",1,1,1 ], "strongly scented divided leaves and small purplish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herb bennet",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian and N African rosaceous plant, Geum urbanum, with yellow flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb of grace",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for rue (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb",1,1,1 ], "a seed-bearing plant whose aerial parts do not persist above ground at the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb",1,1,1 ], "of the growing season; herbaceous plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herb",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various usually aromatic plants, such as parsley, rue, and rosemary," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herb",1,1,1,1 ], "that are used in cookery and medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herb",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbaceous border",1,1,1 ], "a flower bed that primarily contains perennials rather than annuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbaceous",1,1,1 ], "designating or relating to plants or plant parts that are fleshy as opposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbaceous",1,1,1 ], "woody" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herbaceous",1,1,2 ], "(of petals and sepals) green and leaflike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbaceous",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to herbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbage",1,1,1 ], "etc|, graze" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herbage",1,1,1 ], "herbaceous plants collectively, esp| the edible parts on which cattle, sheep," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbage",1,1,2 ], "the vegetation of pasture land; pasturage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to herbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbal",1,2,1 ], "a book describing and listing the properties of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who grows, collects, sells, or specializes in the use of herbs, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbalist",1,1,1 ], "medicinal herbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herbalist",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a descriptive botanist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbarium",1,1,1 ], "a collection of dried plants that are mounted and classified systematically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbarium",1,1,2 ], "a building, room, etc|, in which such a collection is kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbicide",1,1,1 ], "a chemical that destroys plants, esp| one used to control weeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herbivore",1,1,1 ], "an animal that feeds on grass and other plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herby",1,1,1 ], "herbier, herbiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herby",1,1,2 ], "abounding in herbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herby",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to medicinal or culinary herbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herculean",1,1,1 ], "requiring tremendous effort, strength, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herculean",1,1,2 ], "resembling Hercules in strength, courage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hercules beetle",1,1,1 ], "a very large tropical American scarabaeid beetle, Dynastes hercules: the male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hercules beetle",1,1,1 ], "has two large anterior curved horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herd instinct",1,1,1 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herd instinct",1,1,1 ], "the inborn tendency to associate with others and follow the group's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,1,1 ], "a large group of mammals living and feeding together, esp| a group of cattle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,1,1 ], "sheep, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,1,2 ], "a large group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,1,3 ], "dialect|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,1,3 ], "the| Derogatory| the large mass of ordinary people|CATEGORY Archaic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,1,4 ], "a man or boy who tends livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,1,4,2 ], "goatherd; swineherd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,2,1 ], "to collect or be collected into or as if into a herd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,3,1 ], "to drive forward in a large group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd",1,4,1 ], "to look after (livestock)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herd-book",1,1,1 ], "a book containing the pedigrees of breeds of pigs, cattle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herder",1,1,1 ], "a person who cares for or drives herds of cattle or flocks of sheep, esp| on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herder",1,1,1 ], "an open range| Brit| equivalent: herdsman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herdic",1,1,1 ], "a small horse-drawn carriage with a rear entrance and side seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herdsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who breeds, rears, or cares for cattle or (rarely) other livestock in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herdsman",1,1,1 ], "the herd| U|S| equivalent: herder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,1 ], "in, at, or to this place, point, case, or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,2 ], "here and there| at several places in or throughout an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,3 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,3 ], "here goes| an exclamation indicating that the speaker is about to perform an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,4 ], "here's to| a formula used in proposing a toast to someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,5 ], "here we go again| an event or process is about to repeat itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,6 ], "neither here nor there| of no relevance or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "here",1,1,7 ], "this here" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereabouts",1,1,1 ], "in this region or neighbourhood; near this place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereafter",1,1,1 ], "in a subsequent part of this document, matter, case, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereafter",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for henceforth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereafter",1,1,3 ], "at some time in the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereafter",1,1,4 ], "in a future life after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereafter",1,2,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) life after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereafter",1,2,2 ], "the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereat",1,1,1 ], "because of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereby",1,1,1 ], "(used in official statements, proclamations, etc|) by means of or as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereby",1,1,1 ], "of this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hereby",1,1,2 ], "nearby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heredes",1,1,1 ], "the plural of heres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditable",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for heritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditament",1,1,1 ], "any kind of property capable of being inherited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditament",1,1,2 ], "property that before 1926 passed to an heir if not otherwise disposed of by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditament",1,1,2 ], "will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hereditarianism",1,1,1 ], "a school of thought that emphasizes the influence of heredity in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditarianism",1,1,1 ], "determination of human behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hereditary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting factors that can be transmitted genetically from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditary",1,1,1 ], "one generation to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hereditary",1,1,1,1 ], "descending or capable of descending to succeeding generations by inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditary",1,1,1,2 ], "transmitted or transmissible according to established rules of descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditary",1,1,2 ], "derived from one's ancestors; traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditist",1,1,1 ], "any person who places the role of heredity above that of the environment as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereditist",1,1,1 ], "the determining factor in human or animal behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heredity",1,1,1 ], "and offspring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heredity",1,1,1 ], "determine individual characteristics: responsible for the resemblances between parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heredity",1,1,1 ], "the transmission from one generation to another of genetic factors that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heredity",1,1,2 ], "organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heredity",1,1,2 ], "the sum total of the inherited factors or their characteristics in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herein",1,1,1 ], "in or into this place, thing, document, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herein",1,1,2 ], "in this respect, circumstance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereinafter",1,1,1 ], "in a subsequent part or from this point on in this document, statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereinbefore",1,1,1 ], "in a previous part of or previously in this document, statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereinto",1,1,1 ], "into this place, circumstance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereof",1,1,1 ], "of or concerning this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereon",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for hereupon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heres",1,1,1 ], "an heir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heresiarch",1,1,1 ], "the leader or originator of a heretical movement or sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heresy",1,1,1,1 ], "an opinion or doctrine contrary to the orthodox tenets of a religious body or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heresy",1,1,1,1 ], "church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heresy",1,1,1,2 ], "the act of maintaining such an opinion or doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heresy",1,1,2 ], "any opinion or belief that is or is thought to be contrary to official or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heresy",1,1,2 ], "established theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heresy",1,1,3 ], "belief in or adherence to unorthodox opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heretic",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heretic",1,1,2 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heretic",1,1,2 ], "a person who maintains beliefs contrary to the established teachings of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heretic",1,1,3 ], "a person who holds unorthodox opinions in any field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereto",1,1,1 ], "to this place, thing, matter, document, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereto",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for hitherto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heretofore",1,1,1 ], "until now; before this time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heretofore",1,2,1 ], "previous; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heretofore",1,3,1 ], "(preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heretofore",1,3,2 ], "the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereunder",1,1,1 ], "(in documents, etc|) below this; subsequently; hereafter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereunder",1,1,2 ], "under the terms or authority of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereunto",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for hereto ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereupon",1,1,1 ], "following immediately after this; at this stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hereupon",1,1,2 ], "upon this thing, point, subject, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herewith",1,1,1 ], "together with this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herewith",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for hereby ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heriot",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval England) a death duty paid by villeins and free tenants to their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heriot",1,1,1 ], "lord, often consisting of the dead man's best beast or chattel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heritable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being inherited; inheritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritable",1,1,2 ], "capable of inheriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,1 ], "possessions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,1 ], "something inherited at birth, such as personal characteristics, status, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,2 ], "anything that has been transmitted from the past or handed down by tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,3 ], "an action, way of life, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,3 ], "something that is reserved for a particular person or group or the outcome of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,4 ], "any property, esp| land, that by law has descended or may descend to an heir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,4,1 ], "the Israelites regarded as belonging inalienably to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritage",1,1,4,2 ], "the land of Canaan regarded as God's gift to the Israelites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heritor",1,1,1 ], "a person who inherits; inheritor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herl",1,1,1 ], "the barb or barbs of a feather, used to dress fishing flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herl",1,1,2 ], "an artificial fly dressed with such barbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herm",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a stone head of Hermes surmounting a square stone pillar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite brig",1,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel with two masts, rigged square on the foremast and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite brig",1,1,1 ], "fore-and-aft on the aftermast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite",1,1,1 ], "an individual animal or flower that has both male and female reproductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite",1,1,1 ], "organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite",1,1,2 ], "a person having both male and female sexual characteristics and genital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite",1,1,2 ], "tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing in which two opposite forces or qualities are combined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermaphrodite",1,2,1 ], "having the characteristics of an hermaphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermeneutic",1,1,1 ], "hermeneutics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hermeneutic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the interpretation of Scripture; using or relating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermeneutic",1,1,2 ], "interpretive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermeneutics",1,1,1 ], "the science of interpretation, esp| of Scripture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermeneutics",1,1,2 ], "exegesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hermeneutics",1,1,2 ], "the branch of theology that deals with the principles and methodology of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermetic",1,1,1 ], "sealed so as to be airtight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermit crab",1,1,1 ], "any small soft-bodied decapod crustacean of the genus Pagurus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermit crab",1,1,1 ], "genera, living in and carrying about the empty shells of whelks or similar molluscs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hermit",1,1,1 ], "one of the early Christian recluses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermit",1,1,2 ], "any person living in solitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermitage",1,1,1 ], "the abode of a hermit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hermitage",1,1,2 ], "any place where a person may live in seclusion; retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hern",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for heron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hernia",1,1,1 ], "it is normally situated, esp| the protrusion of intestine through the front wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hernia",1,1,1 ], "of the abdominal cavity| It is caused by muscular strain, injury, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hernia",1,1,1 ], "the projection of an organ or part through the lining of the cavity in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herniorrhaphy",1,1,1 ], "surgical repair of a hernia by means of a suturing operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hero worship" ,1, 1, 1],"admiration for heroes or idealized persons",1). c_DEF([ "hero worship" ,1, 1, 2],"worship by the ancient Greeks and Romans of heroes",1). c_DEF([ "hero worship" ,1, 2, 2],"to feel admiration or adulation for",1). c_DEF([ "hero",1,1,1 ], "a man distinguished by exceptional courage, nobility, fortitude, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hero",1,1,2 ], "a man who is idealized for possessing superior qualities in any field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hero",1,1,3 ], "a being of extraordinary strength and courage, often the offspring of a mortal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hero",1,1,3 ], "and a god, who is celebrated for his exploits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hero",1,1,4 ], "the principal male character in a novel, play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic age",1,1,1 ], "lived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heroic age",1,1,1 ], "the period in an ancient culture, when legendary heroes are said to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic couplet",1,1,1 ], "a verse form consisting of two rhyming lines in iambic pentameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic stanza",1,1,1 ], "a quatrain having the rhyme scheme a b a b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic tenor",1,1,1 ], "a tenor with a dramatic voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic verse",1,1,1 ], "a type of verse suitable for epic or heroic subjects, such as the classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic verse",1,1,1 ], "hexameter, the French Alexandrine, or the English iambic pentameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heroic",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or befitting a hero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic",1,1,2 ], "courageous but desperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic",1,1,3 ], "relating to or treating of heroes and their deeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the heroes of classical mythology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic",1,1,5 ], "(of language, manner, etc|) extravagant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic",1,1,6 ], "of, relating to, or resembling heroic verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroic",1,1,7 ], "(of the arts, esp| sculpture) larger than life-size; smaller than colossal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroics",1,1,1 ], "short for heroic verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroics",1,1,2 ], "extravagant or melodramatic language, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroin",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless bitter-tasting crystalline powder derived from morphine: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroin",1,1,1 ], "highly addictive narcotic| Formula: C17H17NO(C\2H\3O\2)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heroine",1,1,1 ], "a woman possessing heroic qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroine",1,1,2 ], "a woman idealized for possessing superior qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroine",1,1,3 ], "the main female character in a novel, play, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heroism",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being a hero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heron",1,1,1 ], "any of various wading birds of the genera Butorides, Ardea, etc|, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heron",1,1,1 ], "long neck, slim body, and a plumage that is commonly grey or white: family Ardeidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heron",1,1,1 ], "order Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heronry",1,1,1 ], "a colony of breeding herons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herpes labialis",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for cold sore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herpes simplex",1,1,1 ], "an acute viral disease characterized by formation of clusters of watery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herpes simplex",1,1,1 ], "blisters, esp| on the margins of the lips and nostrils or on the genitals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herpes zoster",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for shingles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herpes",1,1,1 ], "any of several inflammatory diseases of the skin, esp| herpes simplex," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herpes",1,1,1 ], "characterized by formation of small watery blisters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herpetology",1,1,1 ], "the study of reptiles and amphibians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herp|",1,1,1 ], "herpetology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herring gull",1,1,1 ], "a common gull, Larus argentatus, that has a white plumage with black-tipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herring gull",1,1,1 ], "wings and pink legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herring",1,1,1 ], "any marine soft-finned teleost fish of the family Clupeidae, esp| Clupea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herring",1,1,1 ], "except in the head region, with large fragile silvery scales" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "herring",1,1,1 ], "harengus, an important food fish of northern seas, having an elongated body covered," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone bond",1,1,1 ], "a type of bricklaying in which the bricks are laid on the slant to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone bond",1,1,1 ], "herringbone pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone gear",1,1,1 ], "a gearwheel having two sets of helical teeth, one set inclined at an acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone gear",1,1,1 ], "angle to the other so that V-shaped teeth are formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,1,1,1 ], "Vs or zigzags" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,1,1,1 ], "a pattern used in textiles, brickwork, etc|, consisting of two or more rows of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,1,1,1 ], "short parallel strokes slanting in alternate directions to form a series of parallel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,1,2 ], "a method of ascending a slope by walking with the skis pointing outwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,1,2 ], "one's weight on the inside edges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,2,1 ], "to decorate (textiles, brickwork, etc|) with herringbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herringbone",1,3,1 ], "to ascend a slope in herringbone fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hers",1,1,1 ], "something or someone belonging to or associated with her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hers",1,1,2 ], "of hers| belonging to or associated with her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herself",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of she or her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herself",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "herself",1,1,2 ], "her normal or usual self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hertz",1,1,1 ], "has a periodic time of 1 second; 1 cycle per second| Symbol: Hz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hertz",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of frequency; the frequency of a periodic phenomenon that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "her|",1,1,1 ], "heraldic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "her|",1,1,2 ], "heraldry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hesitant",1,1,1 ], "wavering, hesitating, or irresolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hesitate",1,1,1 ], "to hold back or be slow in acting; be uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hesitate",1,1,2 ], "to be unwilling or reluctant (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hesitate",1,1,3 ], "to stammer or pause in speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hesperidin",1,1,1 ], "a glycoside extracted from orange peel or other citrus fruits and used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hesperidin",1,1,1 ], "treat capillary fragility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hesperidium",1,1,1 ], "and is protected by a tough rind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hesperidium",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of citrus plants, in which the flesh consists of fluid-filled hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hessian",1,1,1 ], "a coarse jute fabric similar to sacking, used for bags, upholstery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hessite",1,1,1 ], "a black or grey metallic mineral consisting of silver telluride in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hessite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| Formula: Ag2Te" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hessonite",1,1,1 ], "an orange-brown variety of grossularite garnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hest",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for behest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "het up",1,1,1 ], "angry; excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "het",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hetaera" ,1, 1, 1],"an educated courtesan",1). c_DEF([ "hetaerism",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a concubine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hetaerism",1,1,2 ], "a social system attributed to some primitive societies, in which women are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hetaerism",1,1,2 ], "communally shared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hetero-",1,1,1 ], "other, another, or different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterocercal",1,1,1 ], "extends into the upper, usually larger, lobe, as in sharks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterocercal",1,1,1 ], "of or possessing a tail in which the vertebral column turns upwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterochromatic",1,1,1 ], "of or involving many different colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterochromatic",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or concerned with different frequencies or wavelengths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterochromatin",1,1,1 ], "interphase of cell division and has little genetic activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterochromatin",1,1,1 ], "the part of a chromosome that stains strongly with basic dyes in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterochromosome",1,1,1 ], "an atypical chromosome, esp| a sex chromosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterochromous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) of different colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteroclite",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the form of a word) irregular or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteroclite",1,2,1 ], "an irregularly formed word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterocyclic",1,1,1 ], "(of an organic compound) containing a closed ring of atoms, at least one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterocyclic",1,1,1 ], "which is not a carbon atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterodactyl",1,1,1 ], "(of the feet of certain birds) having the first and second toes directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterodactyl",1,1,1 ], "backwards and the third and fourth forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterodactyl",1,2,1 ], "a bird with heterodactyl feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterodont",1,1,1 ], "(of most mammals) having teeth of different types" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterodox",1,1,1 ], "at variance with established, orthodox, or accepted doctrines or beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterodox",1,1,2 ], "holding unorthodox doctrines or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterodyne",1,1,1 ], "frequencies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heterodyne",1,1,1 ], "having frequencies corresponding to the sum and the difference of the original" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterodyne",1,1,1 ], "to mix (two alternating signals, esp| radio signals) to produce two signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterodyne",1,2,1 ], "produced by, operating by, or involved in heterodyning two signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteroecious",1,1,1 ], "(of parasites, esp| rust fungi) undergoing different stages of the life cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteroecious",1,1,1 ], "on different host species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterogamete",1,1,1 ], "a gamete that differs in size and form from the one with which it unites in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogamete",1,1,1 ], "fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterogamy",1,1,1 ], "a type of sexual reproduction in which the gametes differ in both size and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogamy",1,1,1 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterogamy",1,1,2 ], "a condition in which different types of reproduction occur in successive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogamy",1,1,2 ], "generations of an organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterogamy",1,1,3 ], "the presence of both male and female flowers in one inflorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogeneous",1,1,1 ], "composed of unrelated or differing parts or elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogeneous",1,1,2 ], "not of the same kind or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogeneous",1,1,3 ], "of, composed of, or concerned with two or more different phases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogenesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for alternation of generations or abiogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogenous",1,1,1 ], "not originating within the body; of foreign origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogony",1,1,1 ], "similar animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterogony",1,1,1 ], "the alternation of parthenogenetic and sexual generations in rotifers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogony",1,1,2 ], "from each other in the length of their stamens and styles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterogony",1,1,2 ], "the condition in plants, such as the primrose, of having flowers that differ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterograft",1,1,1 ], "a tissue graft obtained from a donor of a different species from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterograft",1,1,1 ], "recipient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterography",1,1,1 ], "same sound in different words, as for example -ight and -ite in blight and bite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterography",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon of different letters or sequences of letters representing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterography",1,1,2 ], "any writing system in which this phenomenon occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogynous",1,1,1 ], "(of ants, bees, etc|) having two types of female, one fertile and the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterogynous",1,1,1 ], "infertile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterolecithal",1,1,1 ], "(of the eggs of birds) having an unequally distributed yolk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterologous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating cells or tissues not normally present in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterologous",1,1,1 ], "particular part of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterologous",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of parts of an organism or of different organisms) differing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterologous",1,1,2 ], "structure or origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterolysis",1,1,1 ], "the dissolution of the cells of one organism by the lysins of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterolysis",1,1,2 ], "the dissociation of a molecule into two ions with opposite charges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteromerous",1,1,1 ], "having or consisting of parts that differ, esp| in number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteromorphic",1,1,1 ], "differing from the normal form in size, shape, and function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteromorphic",1,1,2 ], "(of pairs of homologous chromosomes) differing from each other in size or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteromorphic",1,1,2 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heteromorphic",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of insects) having different forms at different stages of the life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteromorphic",1,1,3 ], "cycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heteronomous",1,1,1 ], "subject to an external law, rule, or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteronomous",1,1,2 ], "(of the parts of an organism) , differing in the manner of growth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteronomous",1,1,2 ], "development, or specialization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heteronym",1,1,1 ], "one of two or more words pronounced differently but spelt alike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterophony",1,1,1 ], "different voices or instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterophony",1,1,1 ], "the simultaneous performance of different versions of the same melody by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterophyllous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants such as arrowhead) having more than one type of leaf on the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterophyllous",1,1,1 ], "plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant that lives as a parasite or saprophyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteroplasty",1,1,1 ], "the surgical transplantation of tissue obtained from another person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteropolar",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for polar (sense 5a)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteropterous",1,1,1 ], "have leathery tips" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heteropterous",1,1,1 ], "insects, including bedbugs, water bugs, etc|, in which the forewings are membranous but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heteropterous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Heteroptera, a suborder of hemipterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heteroscedasticity",1,1,1 ], "not have constant variance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heteroscedasticity",1,1,1 ], "the condition occurring when all possible values that a variable may take do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterosexual",1,1,1 ], "a person who is sexually attracted to the opposite sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterosexual",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to heterosexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterosexuality",1,1,1 ], "opposite sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterosexuality",1,1,1 ], "sexual attraction to or sexual relations with a person or persons of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterosis",1,1,1 ], "another name for hybrid vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterosporous",1,1,1 ], "(of seed plants and some ferns) producing megaspores and microspores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterostyly",1,1,1 ], "cross-pollination" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heterostyly",1,1,1 ], "different lengths, each type of style in flowers on different plants, which ensures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterostyly",1,1,1 ], "the condition in certain plants, such as primroses, of having styles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterotaxis" ,1, 1, 1],"heterotaxy, or heterotaxian",1). c_DEF([ "heterotaxis" ,1, 1, 2],"an abnormal or asymmetrical arrangement of parts, as of the organs of the body",1). c_DEF([ "heterotaxis" ,1, 1, 2],"or the constituents of a rock",2). c_DEF([ "heterothallic",1,1,1 ], "(of some algae and fungi) having male and female reproductive organs on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterothallic",1,1,1 ], "different thalli" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterothallic",1,1,2 ], "(of some fungi) having sexual reproduction that occurs only between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterothallic",1,1,2 ], "self-sterile mycelia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterotopia",1,1,1 ], "abnormal displacement of a bodily organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterotrophic",1,1,1 ], "(of animals and some plants) using complex organic compounds to manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterotrophic",1,1,1 ], "their own organic constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterotypic",1,1,1 ], "chromosome number is halved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heterotypic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the first nuclear division of meiosis, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterozygote",1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant that is heterozygous; a hybrid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heterozygous",1,1,1 ], "(of an organism) having dissimilar alleles for any one gene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heth",1,1,1 ], "pronounced as a pharyngeal fricative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heth",1,1,1 ], "the eighth letter of the Hebrew alphabet (), transliterated as h and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hetman",1,1,1 ], "another word for ataman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heulandite",1,1,1 ], "Ca2(Al\4Si\1\4)O36|12H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "heulandite",1,1,1 ], "a white, grey, red, or brown zeolite mineral that consists essentially of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heulandite",1,1,1 ], "hydrated calcium aluminium silicate in the form of elongated tabular crystals| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heuristic",1,1,1 ], "helping to learn; guiding in discovery or investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heuristic",1,1,2 ], "(of a method of teaching) allowing pupils to learn things for themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heuristic",1,1,3 ], "or is relevant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "heuristic",1,1,3 ], "using or obtained by reasoning from past experience since no algorithm exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heuristic",1,2,1 ], "the science of heuristic procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hew",1,1,1 ], "to strike (something, esp| wood) with cutting blows, as with an axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hew",1,2,1 ], "to shape or carve from a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hew",1,3,1 ], "to sever from a larger or another portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hew",1,4,1 ], "to conform (to a code, principle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hex",1,1,1 ], "to bewitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hex",1,2,1 ], "an evil spell or symbol of bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hex",1,2,2 ], "a witch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexa-",1,1,1 ], "six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexachlorocyclohexane",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellowish powder existing in many isomeric forms| A mixture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexachlorocyclohexane",1,1,1 ], "isomers, including lindane, is used as an insecticide| Formula: C6H6Cl6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexachloroethane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline insoluble compound with a camphor-like odour: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexachloroethane",1,1,1 ], "pyrotechnics and explosives| Formula: C2Cl6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexachlorophene",1,1,1 ], "an insoluble almost odourless white bactericidal substance used in antiseptic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexachlorophene",1,1,1 ], "soaps, deodorants, etc| Formula: (C\6HCl\3OH)2CH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexachord",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval musical theory) any of three diatonic scales based upon C, F, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexachord",1,1,1 ], "G, each consisting of six notes, from which solmization was developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexacosanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH3(CH\2)24COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexacosanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble odourless wax present in beeswax, carnauba, and Chinese wax|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexad",1,1,1 ], "a group or series of six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexad",1,1,2 ], "the number or sum of six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexadecane",1,1,1 ], "another name for cetane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexadecimal notation",1,1,1 ], "a number system having a base 16; used in computing, one hexadecimal digit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexadecimal notation",1,1,1 ], "being equivalent to a group of four bits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexaemeron",1,1,1,1 ], "the period of six days in which God created the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexaemeron",1,1,1,2 ], "the account of the Creation in Genesis 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having six sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexagonal",1,1,1 ], "having six sides and six angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexagonal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a hexagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexagonal",1,1,3 ], "at right angles to their plane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hexagonal",1,1,3 ], "coplanar axes inclined at 60 degrees to each other and a fourth longer or shorter axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexagonal",1,1,3 ], "relating or belonging to the crystal system characterized by three equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexagram",1,1,1 ], "a star-shaped figure formed by extending the sides of a regular hexagon to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexagram",1,1,1 ], "meet at six points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexagram",1,1,2 ], "a group of six broken or unbroken lines which may be combined into 64" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexagram",1,1,2 ], "different patterns, as used in the I Ching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having six plane faces| A regular hexahedron (cube) has square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexahedron",1,1,1 ], "faces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexahydrate",1,1,1 ], "a hydrate, such as magnesium chloride, MgCl2|6H2O, with six molecules of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexahydrate",1,1,1 ], "per molecule of substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexamerous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the parts of a plant) arranged in groups of six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexameter" ,1, 1, 1],"a verse line consisting of six metrical feet",1). c_DEF([ "hexameter" ,1, 1, 2],"(in Greek and Latin epic poetry) a verse line of six metrical feet, of which",1). c_DEF([ "hexameter" ,1, 1, 2],"spondee or trochee",3). c_DEF([ "hexameter" ,1, 1, 2],"the first four are usually dactyls or spondees, the fifth a dactyl, and the sixth a",2). c_DEF([ "hexamethylenetetramine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H12N4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexamethylenetetramine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline organic compound used as a urinary antiseptic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexane",1,1,1 ], "(n-hexane)| Formula: CH3(CH\2)4CH3 (n-)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hexane",1,1,1 ], "a liquid alkane existing in five isomeric forms that are found in petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexane",1,1,1 ], "and used as solvents, esp| the isomer with a straight chain of carbon atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexangular",1,1,1 ], "having six angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C5H11COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "an insoluble oily carboxylic acid found in coconut and palm oils and in milk|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexapla",1,1,1 ], "an edition of the Old Testament compiled by Origen, containing six versions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexapla",1,1,1 ], "the text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexapod",1,1,1 ], "any arthropod of the class Hexapoda (or Insecta);an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexapody",1,1,1 ], "a verse measure consisting of six metrical feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexastich",1,1,1 ], "a poem, stanza, or strophe that consists of six lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexastyle",1,1,1 ], "a portico or facade with six columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexastyle",1,2,1 ], "having six columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexavalent",1,1,1 ], "having a valency of six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexone",1,1,1 ], "another name for methyl isobutyl ketone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexosan",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of polysaccharides that yield hexose on hydrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexose",1,1,1 ], "a monosaccharide, such as glucose, that contains six carbon atoms per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexose",1,1,1 ], "molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the group of atoms C6H13, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexyl",1,1,1 ], "the isomeric form of this group, CH3(CH\2)4CH2-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hexylresorcinol",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-white crystalline phenol that has a fatty odour and sharp taste;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hexylresorcinol",1,1,1 ], "of the urinary tract| Formula: C12H18O2|" ,3). c_DEF([ "hex|",1,1,1 ], "hexadecimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hey",1,1,1 ], "an expression indicating surprise, dismay, discovery, etc|, or calling for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hey",1,1,1 ], "another's attention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hey",1,1,2 ], "hey presto| an exclamation used by conjurors to herald the climax of a trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "heyday",1,1,1 ], "the time of most power, popularity, vigour, etc|; prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hf|",1,1,1 ], "half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hg",1,1,1 ], "hectogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hgt|",1,1,1 ], "height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hhd",1,1,1 ], "hogshead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hi",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for hello: sometimes used to attract attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hi-fi",1,1,1,1 ], "short for high fidelity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hi-fi",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hi-fi",1,1,2 ], "a set of high-quality sound-reproducing equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiatus hernia",1,1,1 ], "opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hiatus hernia",1,1,1 ], "protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm at the oesophageal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiatus",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in manuscripts) a break or gap where something is missing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiatus",1,1,2 ], "a break or interruption in continuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiatus",1,1,3 ], "a break between adjacent vowels in the pronunciation of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiatus",1,1,4 ], "a natural opening or aperture; foramen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiatus",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for vulva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibachi",1,1,1 ], "a portable brazier for heating and cooking food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibernaculum",1,1,1 ], "the winter quarters of a hibernating animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibernaculum",1,1,2 ], "the protective case or covering of a plant bud or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibernal",1,1,1 ], "of or occurring in winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibernate",1,1,1 ], "(of some mammals, reptiles, and amphibians) to pass the winter in a dormant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibernate",1,1,1 ], "condition with metabolism greatly slowed down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hibernate",1,1,2 ], "to cease from activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibiscus",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the chiefly tropical and subtropical malvaceous genus Hibiscus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hibiscus",1,1,1 ], "esp| H| rosa-sinensis, cultivated for its large brightly coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hic jacet",1,1,1 ], "(on gravestones, etc|) here lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hic",1,1,1 ], "a representation of the sound of a hiccup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiccup" ,1, 1, 1],"a spasm of the diaphragm producing a sudden breathing in of air followed by a",1). c_DEF([ "hiccup" ,1, 1, 1],"closing of the glottis, resulting in a characteristic sharp sound",2). c_DEF([ "hiccup" ,1, 1, 1],"singultus",3). c_DEF([ "hiccup" ,1, 1, 2],"the state or condition of having such spasms",1). c_DEF([ "hiccup" ,1, 1, 3],"a minor difficulty or problem",1). c_DEF([ "hiccup" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a hiccup or hiccups",1). c_DEF([ "hiccup" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to utter with a hiccup or hiccups",1). c_DEF([ "hick",1,1,1,1 ], "a country person; bumpkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hick",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hickey",1,1,1 ], "an object or gadget: used as a substitutive name when the correct name is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hickey",1,1,1 ], "unknown, forgotten etc|; doohickey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hickey",1,1,2 ], "a mark on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hickory",1,1,1 ], "any juglandaceous tree of the chiefly North American genus Carya, having nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hickory",1,1,1 ], "with edible kernels and hard smooth shells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hickory",1,1,2 ], "the hard tough wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hickory",1,1,3 ], "the nut of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hickory",1,1,4 ], "a switch or cane made of hickory wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hid",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidalgo",1,1,1 ], "a member of the lower nobility in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidden",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of hide'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidden",1,2,1 ], "concealed or obscured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiddenite",1,1,1 ], "a green transparent variety of the mineral spodumene, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide" ,2, 1, 1],"tanned or raw",2). c_DEF([ "hide" ,2, 1, 1],"the skin of an animal, esp| the tough thick skin of a large mammal, either",1). c_DEF([ "hide" ,2, 1, 2],"the human skin",1). c_DEF([ "hide" ,2, 2, 2],"to flog",1). c_DEF([ "hide",1,1,1 ], "an object) from view or discovery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hide",1,1,1 ], "to put or keep (oneself or an object) in a secret place; conceal (oneself or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide",1,2,1 ], "to conceal or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide",1,3,1 ], "to keep secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide",1,4,1 ], "to turn (one's head, eyes, etc|) away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide",1,5,1 ], "a place of concealment, usually disguised to appear as part of the natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide",1,5,1 ], "environment, used by hunters, birdwatchers, etc| U|S| equivalent: blind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hide",3,1,1 ], "120 acres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hide",3,1,1 ], "an obsolete Brit| unit of land measure, varying in magnitude from about 60 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide-and-seek",1,1,1 ], "a game in which one player covers his eyes and waits while the others hide," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hide-and-seek",1,1,1 ], "and then tries to find them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hide-out" ,1, 1, 1],"a hiding place, esp| a remote place used by outlaws, etc|; hideaway",1). c_DEF([ "hide-out" ,1, 2, 2],"to remain deliberately concealed, esp| for a prolonged period of time",1). c_DEF([ "hideaway",1,1,1 ], "a hiding place or secluded spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidebound",1,1,1 ], "restricted by petty rules, a conservative attitude, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidebound",1,1,2 ], "(of cattle, etc|) having the skin closely attached to the flesh as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidebound",1,1,2 ], "poor feeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hidebound",1,1,3 ], "(of trees) having a very tight bark that impairs growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hideous",1,1,1 ], "extremely ugly; repulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hideous",1,1,2 ], "terrifying and horrific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiding",1,1,1 ], "the state of concealment (esp| in the phrase in hiding)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiding",1,1,2 ], "hiding place| a place of concealment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiding",2,1,1 ], "a flogging; beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidrosis",1,1,1 ], "a technical word for perspiration or sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidrosis",1,1,2 ], "any skin disease affecting the sweat glands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hidy-hole",1,1,1 ], "a hiding place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hie",1,1,1 ], "to hurry; hasten; speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieland",1,1,1 ], "easily tricked; gullible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiemal",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for hibernal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieracosphinx",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egyptian art) a hawk-headed sphinx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarch",1,1,1,1 ], "a person in a position of high priestly authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarch",1,1,1,2 ], "a person holding high rank in a religious hierarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarch",1,1,2 ], "a person at a high level in a hierarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarchy",1,1,1 ], "a system of persons or things arranged in a graded order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarchy",1,1,2 ], "a body of persons in holy orders organized into graded ranks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarchy",1,1,3 ], "the collective body of those so organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarchy",1,1,4 ], "a series of ordered groupings within a system, such as the arrangement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierarchy",1,1,4 ], "plants and animals into classes, orders, families, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hierarchy",1,1,5 ], "government by an organized priesthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieratic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to priests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieratic",1,1,2 ], "Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hieratic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a cursive form of hieroglyphics used by priests in ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieratic",1,1,3 ], "as in ancient Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hieratic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to styles in art that adhere to certain fixed types or methods," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieratic",1,2,1 ], "the hieratic script of ancient Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiero-",1,1,1 ], "holy or divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by priests or ecclesiastics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierodule",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a temple slave, esp| a sacral prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphic" ,1, 1, 1],"ancient Egypt",2). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphic" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to a form of writing using picture symbols, esp| as used in",1). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphic" ,1, 1, 2],"written with hieroglyphic symbols",1). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphic" ,1, 1, 3],"difficult to read or decipher",1). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphic" ,1, 2, 1],"a picture or symbol representing an object, concept, or sound",1). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphic" ,1, 2, 2],"a symbol or picture that is difficult to read or decipher",1). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphics",1,1,1 ], "a form of writing, esp| as used in ancient Egypt, in which pictures or symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphics",1,1,1 ], "are used to represent objects, concepts, or sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hieroglyphics",1,1,2 ], "difficult or undecipherable writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierogram",1,1,1 ], "a sacred symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierology",1,1,1,1 ], "sacred literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierology",1,1,2 ], "a biography of a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierophant",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) an official high priest of religious mysteries, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hierophant",1,1,1 ], "of Eleusis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hierophant",1,1,2 ], "a person who interprets and explains esoteric mysteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hifalutin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of highfalutin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "higgle",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for haggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "higgledy-piggledy",1,2,1 ], "in a jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "higgledy-piggledy",1,3,1 ], "a muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high altar",1,1,1 ], "the principal altar of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high camp",1,1,1 ], "a sophisticated form of camp (the style)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high comedy",1,1,1 ], "comedy set largely among cultured and articulate people and featuring witty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high comedy",1,1,1 ], "dialogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high command",1,1,1 ], "the commander-in-chief and senior officers of a nation's armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high commissioner",1,1,1 ], "another instead of an ambassador" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high commissioner",1,1,1 ], "the senior diplomatic representative sent by one Commonwealth country to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high commissioner",1,1,2 ], "the head of an international commission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high commissioner",1,1,3 ], "the chief officer in a colony or other dependency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high day",1,1,1 ], "a day of celebration; festival (esp| in the phrase high days and holidays)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high explosive",1,1,1 ], "an extremely powerful chemical explosive, such as TNT or gelignite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high fashion",1,1,1 ], "another name for haute couture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high fidelity",1,1,1,1 ], "reproduction with little or no distortion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high fidelity",1,1,1,1 ], "the reproduction of sound using electronic equipment that gives faithful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high fidelity",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high frequency",1,1,1 ], "a radio-frequency band or radio frequency lying between 30 and 3 megahertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high hat",1,1,1 ], "another name for top hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high jinks",1,1,1 ], "lively enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high jump",1,1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high jump",1,1,2 ], "an athletic event in which a competitor has to jump over a high bar set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high jump",1,1,2 ], "between two vertical supports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high jump",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high jump",1,1,3 ], "the high jump| Brit| informal| a severe reprimand or punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high place",1,1,1 ], "a hilltop, used as a place of idolatrous worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high places",1,1,1 ], "positions and offices of influence and importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high point",1,1,1 ], "a moment or occasion of great intensity, interest, happiness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high priest",1,1,1 ], "of the tabernacle and Temple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high priest",1,1,1 ], "the priest of highest rank who alone was permitted to enter the holy of holies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high priest",1,1,2 ], "a priest of the order of Melchizedek priesthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high priest",1,1,3 ], "the head of a group or cult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high relief",1,1,1 ], "more than half of their natural depth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high relief",1,1,1 ], "relief in which forms and figures stand out from the background to half or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high school",1,1,1 ], "another term for grammar school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high school",1,1,2 ], "a secondary school from grade 7 to grade 12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high seas",1,1,1 ], "the open seas of the world, outside the jurisdiction of any one nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high season",1,1,1 ], "the most popular time of year at a holiday resort, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high spot",1,1,1 ], "Another word for highlight ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high table",1,1,1 ], "at which the principal teachers, fellows, etc|, sit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high table",1,1,1 ], "the table, sometimes elevated, in the dining hall of a school, college, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high tea",1,1,1 ], "a substantial early evening meal consisting of sandwiches or a cooked snack," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high tea",1,1,1 ], "cakes, etc|, and usually accompanied by tea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high tide",1,1,1,1 ], "the tide at its highest level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high tide",1,1,1,2 ], "the time at which it reaches this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high tide",1,1,2 ], "a culminating point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high time",1,1,1 ], "the latest possible time; a time that is almost too late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high time",1,2,1 ], "an enjoyable and exciting time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high treason",1,1,1 ], "an act of treason directly affecting a sovereign or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high water",1,1,1 ], "another name for high tide ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high water",1,1,2 ], "the state of any stretch of water at its highest level, as during a flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high wire",1,1,1 ], "a tightrope stretched high in the air for balancing acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,1 ], "being a relatively great distance from top to bottom; tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,10 ], "(of latitudes) situated relatively far north or south from the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,11 ], "(of meat) slightly decomposed or tainted, regarded as enhancing the flavour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,11 ], "game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,12 ], "of great eminence; very important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,13 ], "exalted in style or character; elevated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,14 ], "expressing or feeling contempt or arrogance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,15 ], "elated; cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,16 ], "being in a state of altered consciousness, characterized esp| by euphoria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,16 ], "often induced by the use of alcohol, narcotics, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,17 ], "luxurious or extravagant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,18 ], "advanced in complexity or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,19 ], "(of a gear) providing a relatively great forward speed for a given engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,19 ], "speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,2 ], "above sea level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,2 ], "situated at or extending to a relatively great distance above the ground or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,2,1 ], "being a specified distance from top to bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,2,2 ], "a seven-foot-high wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,20 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a vowel whose articulation is produced by raising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,20 ], "palate, such as for the ee in English see or oo in English moon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,20 ], "the back of the tongue towards the soft palate or the blade towards the hard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,21 ], "formal and elaborate in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,22 ], "of or relating to the High Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,23 ], "remote, esp| in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,23,1 ], "having a relatively great value in a suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,23,2 ], "able to win a trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,24 ], "high and dry| stranded; helpless; destitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,25 ], "high and low| in all places; everywhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,26 ], "high and mighty| Informal| arrogant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,27 ], "high opinion| a favourable opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,3 ], "extending from an elevation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,4 ], "coming up to a specified level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,5 ], "being at its peak or point of culmination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,6 ], "of greater than average height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,7 ], "greater than normal in degree, intensity, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,8 ], "of large or relatively large numerical value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,1,9 ], "(of sound) acute in pitch; having a high frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,2,1 ], "at or to a height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,2,2 ], "in a high manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,2,3 ], "close to the wind with sails full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,1 ], "a high place or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,2 ], "a state of altered consciousness, often induced by alcohol, narcotics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,3 ], "another word for anticyclone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,4 ], "short for high school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,5 ], "(esp| in Oxford) the High Street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,6 ], "on high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,6,1 ], "at a height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high",1,3,6,2 ], "in heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-class",1,1,1 ], "of very good quality; superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-class",1,1,2 ], "belonging to, associated with, or exhibiting the characteristics of an upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-class",1,1,2 ], "social class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-coloured",1,1,1 ], "(of the complexion) deep red or purplish florid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-flier",1,1,1 ], "a person who is extreme in aims, ambition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-flier",1,1,2 ], "a person of great ability, esp| in a career" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-flown",1,1,1 ], "extravagant or pretentious in conception or intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-handed",1,1,1 ], "tactlessly overbearing and inconsiderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-hat" ,1, 1, 1],"snobbish and arrogant",1). c_DEF([ "high-hat" ,1, 2, 2],"to treat in a snobbish or offhand way",1). c_DEF([ "high-hat" ,1, 3, 1],"a snobbish person",1). c_DEF([ "high-key",1,1,1 ], "(of a photograph, painting, etc|) having a predominance of light grey tones or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-key",1,1,1 ], "light colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-keyed",1,1,1 ], "having a high pitch; shrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-keyed",1,1,2 ], "highly strung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-keyed",1,1,3 ], "bright in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-level language",1,1,1 ], "a computer programming language that is closer to human language or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-level language",1,1,1 ], "mathematical notation than to machine language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-minded",1,1,1 ], "having or characterized by high moral principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-minded",1,1,2 ], "arrogant; haughty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-muck-a-muck",1,1,1 ], "a conceited or haughty person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-octane",1,1,1 ], "(of petrol) having a high octane number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-pass filter",1,1,1 ], "a filter that transmits all frequencies above a specified value, substantially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-pass filter",1,1,1 ], "attenuating frequencies below this value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-pitched",1,1,1 ], "pitched high in volume or tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-pitched",1,1,2 ], "(of a roof) having steeply sloping sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-pitched",1,1,3 ], "(of an argument, style, etc|) lofty or intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-powered",1,1,1 ], "(of an optical instrument or lens) having a high magnification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-powered",1,1,2 ], "dynamic and energetic; highly capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-pressure",1,1,1 ], "having, using, involving, or designed to withstand a pressure above normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-pressure",1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-pressure",1,1,2 ], "(of selling) persuasive in an aggressive and persistent manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-rise",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a building that has many storeys, esp| one used for flats or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-rise",1,1,1 ], "offices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-sounding",1,1,1 ], "another term for high-flown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-speed steel",1,1,1 ], "any of various steels that retain their hardness at high temperatures and are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-speed steel",1,1,1 ], "thus suitable for making tools used on lathes and other high-speed machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-speed",1,1,1 ], "employing or requiring a very short exposure time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-speed",1,1,2 ], "million frames per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-speed",1,1,2 ], "recording or making exposures at a rate usually exceeding 50 and up to several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-speed",1,1,3 ], "working, moving, or operating at a high speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-spirited",1,1,1 ], "vivacious, bold, or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-stepper",1,1,1 ], "a horse trained to lift its feet high off the ground when walking or trotting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-tension",1,1,1 ], "as modifier subjected to, carrying, or capable of operating at a relatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-tension",1,1,1 ], "high voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-toned",1,1,1 ], "high in tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-toned",1,1,2 ], "affectedly superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-up",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds an important or influential position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-water mark",1,1,1,1 ], "flood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "high-water mark",1,1,1,1 ], "the level reached by sea water at high tide or by other stretches of water in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-water mark",1,1,1,2 ], "the mark indicating this level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "high-water mark",1,1,2 ], "the highest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highball",1,1,1 ], "a long iced drink consisting of a spirit base with water, soda water, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highbinder",1,1,1 ], "a gangster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highbinder",1,1,2 ], "a corrupt politician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highbinder",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a member of a Chinese-American secret society that engaged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highbinder",1,1,3 ], "blackmail, murder, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "highborn",1,1,1 ], "of noble or aristocratic birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highboy",1,1,1 ], "Brit| equivalent: tallboy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "highboy",1,1,1 ], "a tall chest of drawers in two sections, the lower section being a lowboy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highbrow" ,1, 1, 1],"a person of scholarly and erudite tastes",1). c_DEF([ "highbrow" ,1, 2, 1],"appealing to highbrows",1). c_DEF([ "highchair",1,1,1 ], "a long-legged chair for a child, esp| one with a table-like tray used at meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highchair",1,1,1 ], "times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "higher criticism",1,1,1 ], "sources of the books of the Bible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "higher criticism",1,1,1 ], "the use of scientific techniques of literary criticism to establish the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "higher education",1,1,1 ], "education and training at colleges, universities, polytechnics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "higher mathematics",1,1,1 ], "mathematics, including number theory and topology, that is more abstract than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "higher mathematics",1,1,1 ], "normal arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "higher-up",1,1,1 ], "a person of higher rank or in a superior position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highest common factor",1,1,1 ], "numbers or quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "highest common factor",1,1,1 ], "the largest number or quantity that is a factor of each member of a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highfalutin",1,1,1 ], "pompous or pretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highjack",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of hijack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highland",1,1,1 ], "relatively high ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highland",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a highland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlife",1,1,1,1 ], "a style of music combining West African elements with U|S| jazz forms, found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlife",1,1,1,1 ], "esp| in the cities of West Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "highlife",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,1,1 ], "an area of the lightest tone in a painting, drawing, photograph, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,1,2 ], "the most exciting or memorable part of an event or period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,1,3 ], "a bleached blond streak in the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,2,1 ], "light tone|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,2,1 ], "to mark (any brightly illuminated or prominent part of a form or figure) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,2,2 ], "to bring notice or emphasis to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,2,3 ], "to be the highlight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highlight",1,2,4 ], "to produce blond streaks in (the hair) by bleaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highly strung",1,1,1 ], "tense and easily upset; excitable; nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highness",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being high or lofty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highroad",1,1,1 ], "a main road; highway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highroad",1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by the) the sure way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hight",1,1,1 ], "to name; call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hightail",1,1,1 ], "to go or move in a great hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highway robbery",1,1,1 ], "blatant overcharging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highway",1,1,1 ], "a main road, esp| one that connects towns or cities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highway",1,1,2 ], "a main route for any form of transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highway",1,1,3 ], "a direct path or course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "highwayman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a robber, usually on horseback, who held up travellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hijack",1,1,1 ], "to seize, divert, or appropriate (a vehicle or the goods it carries) while in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hijack",1,1,1 ], "transit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hijack",1,1,2 ], "to rob (a person or vehicle) by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hijack",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of hijacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hike out",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for sit out ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hike",1,1,1 ], "to walk a long way, usually for pleasure or exercise, esp| in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hike",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by up) to pull or be pulled; hitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hike",1,2,1 ], "a long walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilarious",1,1,1 ], "very funny or merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilarity",1,1,1 ], "mirth and merriment; cheerfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill climb",1,1,1 ], "a competition in which motor vehicles attempt singly to ascend a steep slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill climb",1,1,1 ], "as far as possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hill myna",1,1,1 ], "a starling, Gracula religiosa, of S and SE Asia: a popular cage bird because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill myna",1,1,1 ], "of its ability to talk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hill station",1,1,1 ], "(in northern India, etc|) a settlement or resort at a high altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,1,1 ], "a conspicuous and often rounded natural elevation of the earth's surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,1,1 ], "a heap or mound made by a person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,1,1 ], "less high or craggy than a mountain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,1,2 ], "a dunghill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,1,2 ], "a hillside; a hilltop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,2 ], "an incline; slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,3 ], "hill and dale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,4 ], "(of gramophone records) having or relating to vertical groove undulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,5 ], "over the hill| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,5,1 ], "beyond one's prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,1,5,2 ], "Military| absent without leave or deserting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,2,1 ], "to form into a hill or mound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hill",1,2,2 ], "to cover or surround with a mound or heap of earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hillbilly",1,1,1 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hillbilly",1,1,1 ], "an unsophisticated person, esp| from the mountainous areas in the southeastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hillbilly",1,1,2 ], "another name for country and western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hillfort",1,1,1 ], "a hilltop fortified with ramparts and ditches, dating from the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hillfort",1,1,1 ], "millennium b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hillock",1,1,1 ], "a small hill or mound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hills",1,1,1 ], "the| a hilly and often remote region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hills",1,1,2 ], "as old as the hills| very old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilt",1,1,1 ], "the handle or shaft of a sword, dagger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilt",1,1,2 ], "to the hilt| to the full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilt",1,2,1 ], "to supply with a hilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilum",1,1,1,1 ], "a scar on the surface of a seed marking its point of attachment to the seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilum",1,1,1,1 ], "stalk (funicle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hilum",1,1,1,2 ], "the nucleus of a starch grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilum",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for hilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilus",1,1,1 ], "a deep fissure or depression on the surface of a bodily organ around the point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hilus",1,1,1 ], "of entrance or exit of vessels, nerves, or ducts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "him",1,1,1 ], "refers to a male person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "him",1,1,2 ], "a dialect word for himself when used as an indirect object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "himation",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a cloak draped around the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "himself",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of he or him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "himself",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "himself",1,1,2 ], "his normal or usual self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hin",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew unit of capacity equal to about 12 pints or 3|5 litres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hind",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of parts of the body) situated at the back or rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hind",2,1,1 ], "the female of the deer, esp| the red deer when aged three years or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hind",2,1,2 ], "any of several marine serranid fishes of the genus Epinephelus, closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hind",2,1,2 ], "related and similar to the groupers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hind",3,1,1 ], "(formerly) a simple peasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hind",3,1,2 ], "(in N Britain) a skilled farm worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hind",3,1,3 ], "a steward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hindbrain",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for rhombencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinder",1,1,1 ], "to be or get in the way of (someone or something); hamper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinder",1,2,1 ], "to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinder",2,1,1 ], "situated at or further towards the back or rear; posterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hindgut" ,1, 1, 1],"the part of the vertebrate digestive tract comprising the colon and rectum",1). c_DEF([ "hindgut" ,1, 1, 2],"the posterior part of the digestive tract of arthropods",1). c_DEF([ "hindi" ,1, 1, 1],"a language or group of dialects of N central India| It belongs to the Indic",1). c_DEF([ "hindi" ,1, 1, 1],"branch of the Indo-European family and is closely related to Urdu",2). c_DEF([ "hindi" ,1, 1, 2],"a formal literary dialect of this language, the official language of India,",1). c_DEF([ "hindi" ,1, 1, 2],"usually written in Nagari script",2). c_DEF([ "hindi" ,1, 1, 3],"a person whose native language is Hindi",1). c_DEF([ "hindquarter",1,1,1 ], "one of the two back quarters of a carcass of beef, lamb, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hindquarter",1,1,2 ], "the rear, esp| of a four-legged animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hindrance",1,1,1 ], "an obstruction or snag; impediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hindrance",1,1,2 ], "the act of hindering; prevention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hindsight",1,1,1 ], "done or what caused the event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hindsight",1,1,1 ], "the ability to understand, after something has happened, what should have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hindsight",1,1,2 ], "a firearm's rear sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,1,1 ], "a device for holding together two parts such that one can swing relative to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,1,1 ], "the other, typically having two interlocking metal leaves held by a pin about which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,1,1 ], "they pivot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,1,2 ], "a type of joint, such as the knee joint, that moves only backwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,1,2 ], "forwards; a joint that functions in only one plane| Technical name: ginglymus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,1,3 ], "something on which events, opinions, etc|, turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,1,4 ], "a small thin transparent strip of gummed paper for affixing a stamp to a page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,2,1 ], "to attach or fit a hinge to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,3,1 ], "to depend (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinge",1,4,1 ], "to hang or turn on or as if on a hinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinny",1,1,1 ], "the sterile hybrid offspring of a male horse and a female donkey or ass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinny",2,1,1 ], "a less common word for whinny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinny",3,1,1 ], "a term of endearment, esp| for a woman or child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hint",1,1,1 ], "a suggestion or implication given in an indirect or subtle manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hint",1,1,2 ], "a helpful piece of advice or practical suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hint",1,1,3 ], "a small amount; trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hint",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hint",1,2,2 ], "when tr|, takes a clause as object) to suggest or imply indirectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinterland",1,1,1 ], "land lying behind something, esp| a coast or the shore of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinterland",1,1,2 ], "remote or undeveloped areas of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hinterland",1,1,3 ], "an area located near and dependent on a large city, esp| a port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip bath",1,1,1 ], "a portable bath in which the bather sits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip flask",1,1,1 ], "a small metal flask for spirits, etc|, often carried in a hip pocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip joint",1,1,1 ], "the ball-and-socket joint that connects each leg to the trunk of the body, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip joint",1,1,1 ], "which the head of the femur articulates with the socket (acetabulum) of the pelvis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hip pocket",1,1,1 ], "a pocket at the back of a pair of trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip roof",1,1,1 ], "a roof having sloping ends and sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",1,1,1 ], "either side of the body below the waist and above the thigh, overlying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",1,1,1 ], "lateral part of the pelvis and its articulation with the thighbones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hip",1,1,2 ], "another name for pelvis ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",1,1,3 ], "short for hip joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",1,1,4 ], "side meets a sloping end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hip",1,1,4 ], "the angle formed where two sloping sides of a roof meet or where a sloping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",2,1,1 ], "rich in vitamin C, containing several small hairy achenes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hip",2,1,1 ], "the berry-like brightly coloured fruit of a rose plant: a swollen receptacle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",3,1,1 ], "an exclamation used to introduce cheers (in the phrase hip, hip, hurrah)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",4,1,1 ], "aware of or following the latest trends in music, ideas, fashion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",4,1,2 ], "(often postpositive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",4,1,2 ], "aware of or following the latest trends in music, ideas, fashion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",4,1,3 ], "(often postpositive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",4,1,3 ], "foll| by to) informed (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip",4,1,4 ], "foll| by to) informed (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hip-huggers",1,1,1 ], "hipsters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hip-huggers",1,1,1 ], "trousers that begin at the hips instead of the waist| Usual Brit| word:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipbone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for innominate bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipparch",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a cavalry commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippeastrum",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the South American amaryllidaceous genus Hippeastrum: cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippeastrum",1,1,1 ], "for their large funnel-shaped typically red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hipped roof",1,1,1 ], "a roof having sloping ends and sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipped",1,1,1,1 ], "having a hip or hips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipped",1,1,1,2 ], "broad-hipped; low-hipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipped",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of cows, sheep, reindeer, elk, etc|) having an injury to the hip, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipped",1,1,2 ], "as a dislocation of the bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hipped",1,1,3 ], "having a hip or hips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipped",2,1,1 ], "very enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipped",2,1,2 ], "(about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippie",1,1,1,1 ], "(esp| during the 1960s) a person whose behaviour, dress, use of drugs, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippie",1,1,1,1 ], "implied a rejection of conventional values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hippie",1,1,1,2 ], "(as modifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippo",1,1,1 ], "short for hippopotamus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippocampus",1,1,1 ], "a mythological sea creature with the forelegs of a horse and the tail of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippocampus",1,1,1 ], "fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hippocampus",1,1,2 ], "a structure in the floor of the lateral ventricle of the brain, which in cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippocampus",1,1,2 ], "section has the shape of a sea horse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hippocras",1,1,1 ], "an old English drink of wine flavoured with spices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippodrome",1,1,1 ], "a music hall, variety theatre, or circus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippodrome",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece or Rome) an open-air course for horse and chariot races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippogriff",1,1,1 ], "a monster of Greek mythology with a griffin's head, wings, and claws and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippogriff",1,1,1 ], "horse's body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hippopotamus",1,1,1 ], "a very large massive gregarious artiodactyl mammal, Hippopotamus amphibius," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippopotamus",1,1,1 ], "legs and a thick skin sparsely covered with hair" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hippopotamus",1,1,1 ], "living in or around the rivers of tropical Africa: family Hippopotamidae|It has short" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hippopotamus",1,1,2 ], "pigmy hippopotamus| a related but smaller animal, Choeropsis liberiensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippy",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a woman) having large hips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hippy",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hippie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipster",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who follows fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipster",1,1,1,2 ], "an outmoded word for hippie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipster",1,1,2 ], "(of trousers) cut so that the top encircles the hips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hipsters",1,1,1 ], "trousers cut so that the top encircles the hips| Usual U|S| word: hip-huggers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiragana",1,1,1 ], "and general literature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hiragana",1,1,1 ], "ideograms| The more widely used of the two current systems, it is employed in newspapers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hiragana",1,1,1 ], "one of the Japanese systems of syllabic writing based on Chinese cursive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hircine",1,1,1 ], "of or like a goat, esp| in smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hircine",1,1,2 ], "lustful; lascivious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,1,1 ], "exchange for payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,1,1 ], "to acquire the temporary use of (a thing) or the services of (a person) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by out) to provide (something) or the services of (oneself or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,1,2 ], "others) for an agreed payment, usually for an agreed period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,2,1 ], "to pay independent contractors for (work to be done)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,3,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,3,1,1 ], "the act of hiring or the state of being hired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,3,1,1 ], "the price paid or payable for a person's services or the temporary use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,3,2 ], "for or on hire| available for service or temporary use in exchange for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire",1,3,2 ], "payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hire-purchase",1,1,1,1 ], "a system for purchasing merchandise, such as cars or furniture, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hire-purchase",1,1,1,1 ], "buyer takes possession of the merchandise on payment of a deposit and completes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hire-purchase",1,1,1,1 ], "purchase by paying a series of regular instalments while the seller retains ownership" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hire-purchase",1,1,1,1 ], "until the final instalment is paid" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hire-purchase",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hireling",1,1,1 ], "a person who works only for money, esp| one paid to do something unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiri Motu",1,1,1 ], "another name for Motu (the language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hirsute",1,1,1 ], "covered with hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hirsute",1,1,2 ], "(of plants or their parts) covered with long but not stiff hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hirsute",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) having long, thick, or untrimmed hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hirudin",1,1,1 ], "an anticoagulant extracted from the mouth glands of leeches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hirundine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a swallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hirundine",1,1,2 ], "belonging to the bird family Hirundinidae, which includes swallows and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hirundine",1,1,2 ], "martins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "his",1,1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated with him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "his",1,1,1,2 ], "his is on the left; that book is his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "his",1,1,2 ], "his and hers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "his",1,1,3 ], "(of paired objects) for a man and woman respectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "his",1,2,1 ], "of his| belonging to or associated with him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hispid",1,1,1 ], "covered with stiff hairs or bristles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,1,1 ], "a voiceless fricative sound like that of a prolonged s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,1,2 ], "audience or crowd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,1,2 ], "such a sound uttered as an exclamation of derision, contempt, etc|, esp| by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,1,3 ], "noise, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,1,3 ], "receiver noise with a continuous spectrum, caused by thermal agitation, shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of derision or disapproval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,3,1 ], "to produce or utter a hiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,4,1 ], "to express with a hiss, usually to indicate derision or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hiss",1,5,1 ], "to show derision or anger towards (a speaker, performer, etc|) by hissing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hist",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation used to attract attention or as a warning to be silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histaminase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme, occurring in the digestive system, that inactivates histamine by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histaminase",1,1,1 ], "removal of its amino group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "histamine",1,1,1 ], "an amine formed from histidine and released by the body tissues in allergic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histamine",1,1,1 ], "reactions, causing irritation| It also stimulates gastric secretions, dilates blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "histamine",1,1,1 ], "vessels, and contracts smooth muscle| Formula: C5H9N3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "histidine",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-tasting crystalline amino acid that occurs in most proteins: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histidine",1,1,1 ], "precursor of histamine| Formula: C3H3N2CH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "histiocyte",1,1,1 ], "a macrophage that occurs in connective tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating animal or plant tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histochemistry",1,1,1 ], "of a microscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "histochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the chemistry of tissues, such as liver and bone, often studied with the aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histogen",1,1,1 ], "any of several distinct regions in a plant that differentiate to produce new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histogen",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "histogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of tissues and organs from undifferentiated cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histogram",1,1,1 ], "a figure that represents a frequency distribution, consisting of contiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histogram",1,1,1 ], "rectangles whose width is in proportion to the class interval under consideration and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "histogram",1,1,1 ], "whose height is the associated frequency" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "histoid",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a tumour) resembling normal tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histoid",1,1,2 ], "composed of one kind of tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histology",1,1,1 ], "the study, esp| the microscopic study, of the tissues of an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histology",1,1,2 ], "the structure of a tissue or organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histolysis",1,1,1 ], "the disintegration of organic tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histone",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of simple water-soluble strongly basic proteins present in cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histone",1,1,1 ], "nuclei in association with nucleic acids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "histopathology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the microscopic structure of diseased tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histoplasmosis",1,1,1 ], "a severe fungal disease of the lungs caused by Histoplasma capsulatum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historian",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes or studies history, esp| one who is an authority on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historiated",1,1,1 ], "decorated with flowers or animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historic episcopate",1,1,1 ], "apostles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historic episcopate",1,1,1 ], "the derivation of the episcopate of a Church in historic succession from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historic",1,1,1 ], "famous or likely to become famous in history; significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historic",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for historical 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historic",1,1,3 ], "historic (important, significant) and historical (pertaining to history)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historic",1,1,3 ], "referring to past time| DEF In careful usage, a distinction is made between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historical linguistics",1,1,1 ], "correct genealogical classification of particular languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "historical linguistics",1,1,1 ], "the study of language as it changes in the course of time, with a view either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historical linguistics",1,1,1 ], "to discovering general principles of linguistic change or to establishing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historical materialism",1,1,1 ], "being the emergence of a communist society" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "historical materialism",1,1,1 ], "economic structures and that these are transformed as a result of class struggles, each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historical materialism",1,1,1 ], "ruling class producing another, which will overcome and destroy it, the final phase" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "historical materialism",1,1,1 ], "the part of Marxist theory maintaining that social structures derive from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historical method",1,1,1 ], "a means of learning about something by considering its origins and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historical method",1,1,1 ], "development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historical present",1,1,1 ], "see this accident" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "historical present",1,1,1 ], "special effect or in informal use, as in a week ago I'm walking down the street and I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historical present",1,1,1 ], "the present tense used to narrate past events, usually employed in English for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historical school",1,1,1 ], "a group of 19th century German economists who maintained that modern economies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historical school",1,1,1 ], "evolved from historical institutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historical school",1,1,2 ], "circumstances rather than made by a sovereign power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historical school",1,1,2 ], "the school of jurists maintaining that laws are based on social and historical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historical" ,1, 1, 1],"belonging to or typical of the study of history",1). c_DEF([ "historical" ,1, 1, 2],"concerned with or treating of events of the past",1). c_DEF([ "historical" ,1, 1, 3],"based on or constituting factual material as distinct from legend or",1). c_DEF([ "historical" ,1, 1, 3],"supposition",2). c_DEF([ "historical" ,1, 1, 4],"based on or inspired by history",1). c_DEF([ "historical" ,1, 1, 5],"occurring or prominent in history",1). c_DEF([ "historical" ,1, 1, 6],"a less common word for ,historic ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "historicism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that natural laws govern historical events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historicism",1,1,2 ], "that each period in history has its own values, inapplicable to other periods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historicism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that social and cultural phenomena are historically determined and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historicism",1,1,3 ], "excessive emphasis on history, historicism, past styles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historicity",1,1,1 ], "historical authenticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historiographer",1,1,1 ], "a historian, esp| one concerned with historical method and the writings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historiographer",1,1,1 ], "other historians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historiographer",1,1,2 ], "a historian employed to write the history of a group or public institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historiography",1,1,1 ], "the writing of history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historiography",1,1,2 ], "the study of the development of historical method, historical research, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "historiography",1,1,2 ], "writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "historiography",1,1,3 ], "any body of historical literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,1,1 ], "a record or account, often chronological in approach, of past events," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,1,1 ], "developments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,2 ], "all that is preserved or remembered of the past, esp| in written form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,3 ], "beings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,3 ], "the discipline of recording and interpreting past events involving human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,4 ], "past events, esp| when considered as an aggregate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,5 ], "an event in the past, esp| one that has been forgotten or reduced in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,5 ], "importance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,6 ], "the past, background, previous experiences, etc|, of a thing or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,7 ], "a play that depicts or is based on historical events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "history",1,1,8 ], "a narrative relating the events of a character's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histrionic",1,1,1 ], "excessively dramatic, insincere, or artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histrionic",1,1,2 ], "dramatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histrionic",1,2,1 ], "melodramatic displays of temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "histrionic",1,2,2 ], "dramatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hist|",1,1,1 ], "histology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hist|",1,1,2 ], "historical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hist|",1,1,3 ], "history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit man",1,1,1 ], "a hired assassin, esp| one employed by gangsters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit off",1,1,1 ], "to represent or mimic accurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit off",1,1,2 ], "hit it off| Informal| to have a good relationship with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit on",1,1,1 ], "to strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit on",1,2,1 ], "Also: hit upon| to discover unexpectedly or guess correctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit out",1,1,1 ], "to direct a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit out",1,1,2 ], "to make a verbal attack (upon someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to deal (a blow or stroke) to (a person or thing); strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,1 ], "random; casual; haphazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,10 ], "to murder (a rival criminal) in fulfilment of an underworld contract or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,10 ], "vendetta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,11 ], "to accord or suit (esp| in the phrase hit one's fancy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,12 ], "to guess correctly or find out by accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,13 ], "to set out on (a road, path, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,14 ], "to arrive or appear in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,15 ], "to demand or request from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,16 ], "to drink an excessive amount of (alcohol)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,17 ], "hit it| Music, slang| start playing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,18 ], "hit the sack Slang| to go to bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,2 ], "to come into violent contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,3 ], "to reach or strike with a missile, thrown object, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,4 ], "to make or cause to make forceful contact; knock or bump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,5 ], "to propel or cause to move by striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,6 ], "to score (runs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,7 ], "to affect (a person, place, or thing) suddenly or adversely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,8 ], "to achieve or reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,1,9 ], "to experience or encounter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,1 ], "an impact or collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,2 ], "a shot, blow, etc|, that reaches its object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,3 ], "an apt, witty, or telling remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,3,1 ], "a person or thing that gains wide appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,4 ], "a stroke of luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,5 ], "a murder carried out as the result of an underworld vendetta or rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,6 ], "a successful injection of heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit",1,2,7 ], "make a hit with| Informal| to make a favourable impression on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit-and-run",1,1,1,1 ], "involved in or denoting a motor-vehicle accident in which the driver leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit-and-run",1,1,1,1 ], "the scene without stopping to give assistance, inform the police, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hit-and-run",1,1,1,2 ], "a hit-and-run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit-and-run",1,1,2 ], "(of an attack, raid, etc|) relying on surprise allied to a rapid departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hit-and-run",1,1,2 ], "from the scene of operations for the desired effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hit-and-run",1,1,3 ], "ball to the batter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hit-and-run",1,1,3 ], "denoting a play in which a base runner begins to run as the pitcher throws the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,1,1 ], "to fasten or become fastened with a knot or tie, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to connect (a horse, team, etc|); harness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,2,1 ], "to pull up (the trousers, a skirt, etc|) with a quick jerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,3,1 ], "to move in a halting manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,3,2 ], "to entangle or become entangled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,4,1 ], "to marry (esp| in the phrase get hitched)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,4,2 ], "to obtain (a ride or rides) by hitchhiking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,1 ], "an impediment or obstacle, esp| one that is temporary or minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,2 ], "a knot for fastening a rope to posts, other ropes, etc|, that can be undone by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,2 ], "pulling against the direction of the strain that holds it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,3 ], "a sudden jerk; tug; pull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,4 ], "a hobbling gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,5 ], "a device used for fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,6 ], "a ride obtained by hitchhiking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitch",1,5,7 ], "a period of time spent in prison, in the army, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitchhike",1,1,1 ], "to travel by obtaining free lifts in motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitching post",1,1,1 ], "a post or rail to which the reins of a horse, etc|, are tied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hither",1,1,1 ], "Also (archaic): hitherward, hitherwards| to or towards this place (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hither",1,1,1 ], "phrase come hither)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hither",1,1,2 ], "hither and thither| this way and that, as in a state of confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hither",1,2,1 ], "(of a side or part, esp| of a hill or valley) nearer closer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hithermost",1,1,1 ], "nearest to this place or in this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitherto",1,1,1 ], "until this time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitherto",1,1,2 ], "to this place or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitter",1,1,1 ], "a boxer who has a hard punch rather than skill or finesse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hitter",1,1,2 ], "a person who hits something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive bee",1,1,1 ], "another name for a honeybee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive dross",1,1,1 ], "another name for propolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive off",1,1,1 ], "to transfer or be transferred from a larger group or unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive off",1,1,2 ], "ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hive off",1,1,2 ], "to transfer (profitable activities of a nationalized industry) back to private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,1,1 ], "a structure in which social bees live and rear their young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,1,2 ], "a colony of social bees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,1,3 ], "a place showing signs of great industry (esp| in the phrase a hive of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,1,3 ], "activity)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,1,4 ], "a teeming crowd; multitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,1,5 ], "an object in the form of a hive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,2,1 ], "to cause (bees) to collect or (of bees) to collect inside a hive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,2,2 ], "to live or cause to live in or as if in a hive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,3,1 ], "(of bees) to store (honey, pollen, etc|) in the hive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hive",1,4,1 ], "to store, esp| for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hives",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for urticaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hl",1,1,1 ], "hectolitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hm",1,1,1 ], "hectometre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ho",1,1,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the sound of a deep laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ho",1,1,2 ], "an exclamation used to attract attention, announce a destination, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoactzin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hoatzin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoar",1,1,1 ], "short for hoarfrost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoar",1,2,1 ], "covered with hoarfrost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoar",1,2,2 ], "a poetic variant of hoary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoard",1,1,1 ], "an accumulated store hidden away for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoard",1,1,2 ], "a cache of ancient coins, treasure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoard",1,2,1 ], "to gather or accumulate (a hoard)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoarding",1,1,1 ], "a large board used for displaying advertising posters, as by a road| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoarding",1,1,1 ], "called (esp| U|S|): billboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoarfrost",1,1,1 ], "a deposit of needle-like ice crystals formed on the ground by direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoarfrost",1,1,1 ], "condensation at temperatures below freezing point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoarhound",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of horehound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoarse",1,1,1 ], "gratingly harsh or raucous in tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoarse",1,1,2 ], "low, harsh, and lacking in intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoarse",1,1,3 ], "having a husky voice, as through illness, shouting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoarsen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become hoarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoary cress",1,1,1 ], "a perennial cruciferous Mediterranean plant, Cardaria (or Lepidium)draba, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoary cress",1,1,1 ], "small white flowers: a widespread troublesome weed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoary",1,1,1 ], "hoarier, hoariest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoary",1,1,2 ], "having grey or white hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoary",1,1,3 ], "white or whitish-grey in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoary",1,1,4 ], "ancient or venerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoatching",1,1,1 ], "infested; swarming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoatzin",1,1,1 ], "Opisthocomidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hoatzin",1,1,1 ], "a unique South American gallinaceous bird, Opisthocomus hoazin, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoatzin",1,1,1 ], "brownish plumage, a very small crested head, and clawed wing digits in the young: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoax",1,1,1 ], "a deception, esp| a practical joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoax",1,2,1 ], "to deceive or play a joke on (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hob" ,1, 1, 1],"a shelf beside an open fire, for keeping kettles, etc|, hot",1). c_DEF([ "hob" ,1, 1, 2],"a steel pattern used in forming a mould or die in cold metal",1). c_DEF([ "hob" ,1, 1, 3],"a hard steel rotating cutting tool used in machines for cutting gears",1). c_DEF([ "hob" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to cut or form with a hob",1). c_DEF([ "hob",2,1,1 ], "a hobgoblin or elf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hob",2,1,2 ], "raise or play hob| Informal| to cause mischief or disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobble skirt",1,1,1 ], "a long skirt, popular between 1910 and 1914, cut so narrow at the ankles that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobble skirt",1,1,1 ], "it hindered walking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hobble",1,1,1 ], "to walk with a lame awkward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobble",1,2,1 ], "to fetter the legs of (a horse) in order to restrict movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobble",1,2,2 ], "to progress unevenly or with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobble",1,3,1 ], "a strap, rope, etc|, used to hobble a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobble",1,3,2 ], "a limping gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobble",1,3,3 ], "a difficult or embarrassing situation| Also (for senses 2, 4): hopple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobbledehoy",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy or bad-mannered youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobby",1,1,1 ], "an activity pursued in spare time for pleasure or relaxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobby",1,1,2 ], "a small horse or pony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobby",1,1,3 ], "short for hobbyhorse ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobby",1,1,4 ], "an early form of bicycle, without pedals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobby",2,1,1 ], "any of several small Old World falcons, esp| the European Falco subbuteo," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobby",2,1,1 ], "formerly used in falconry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hobbyhorse",1,1,1 ], "a toy consisting of a stick with a figure of a horse's head at one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobbyhorse",1,1,2 ], "another word for rocking horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobbyhorse",1,1,3 ], "a figure of a horse attached to a performer's waist in a pantomime, morris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobbyhorse",1,1,3 ], "dance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hobbyhorse",1,1,4 ], "a favourite topic or obsessive fixed idea (esp| in the phrase on one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobbyhorse",1,1,4 ], "hobbyhorse)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hobbyhorse",1,2,1 ], "(of a vessel) to pitch violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobgoblin",1,1,1 ], "an evil or mischievous goblin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobgoblin",1,1,2 ], "bogy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobnail",1,1,1,1 ], "a short nail with a large head for protecting the soles of heavy footwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobnail",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobnob",1,1,1 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobnob",1,1,2 ], "often foll| by with) to socialize or talk informally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobnob",1,1,3 ], "to drink (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobo",1,1,1 ], "a tramp; vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobo",1,1,2 ], "a migratory worker, esp| an unskilled labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hobson-jobson",1,1,1 ], "another word for folk etymology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hochhuth" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1931, Swiss dramatist|His best-known works are the controversial",1). c_DEF([ "hochhuth" ,1, 1, 1],"documentary drama",2). c_DEF([ "hochhuth" ,1, 1, 2],"on the papacy's attitude to the Jews in World War II, and Soldiers (1967)",1). c_DEF([ "hock",1,1,1 ], "corresponding to the human ankle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hock",1,1,1 ], "the joint at the tarsus of a horse or similar animal, pointing backwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding joint in domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",1,2,1 ], "another word for hamstring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",2,1,1 ], "any of several white wines from the German Rhine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",2,1,2 ], "any dry white wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",3,1,1 ], "to pawn or pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",3,2,1 ], "the state of being in pawn (esp| in the phrase in hock)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",3,2,2 ], "in hock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",3,2,2,1 ], "in prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hock",3,2,2,2 ], "in debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hockey",1,1,1,1 ], "a game played on a field by two opposing teams of 11 players each, who try to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hockey",1,1,1,1 ], "hit a ball into their opponents' goal using long sticks curved at the end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hockey",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hocus",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Now rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hocus",1,1,2 ], "to take in; trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hocus",1,1,3 ], "to stupefy, esp| with a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hocus",1,1,4 ], "to add a drug to (a drink)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hocus-pocus" ,1, 1, 1],"trickery or chicanery",1). c_DEF([ "hocus-pocus" ,1, 1, 2],"mystifying jargon",1). c_DEF([ "hocus-pocus" ,1, 1, 3],"an incantation used by conjurers or magicians when performing tricks",1). c_DEF([ "hocus-pocus" ,1, 1, 4],"conjuring skill or practice",1). c_DEF([ "hocus-pocus" ,1, 2, 2],"to deceive or trick (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "hod carrier",1,1,1 ], "a labourer who carries the materials in a hod for a mason, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hod",1,1,1 ], "an open wooden box attached to a pole, for carrying bricks, mortar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hod",1,1,2 ], "a tall narrow coal scuttle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hodden",1,1,1 ], "a coarse homespun cloth produced in Scotland: hodden grey is made by mixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hodden",1,1,1 ], "black and white wools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hodgepodge",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of hotchpotch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hodman",1,1,1 ], "another name for a hod carrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hodometer",1,1,1 ], "another name for odometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hodoscope",1,1,1 ], "any device for tracing the path of a charged particle, esp| a particle found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hodoscope",1,1,1 ], "in cosmic rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoe in",1,1,1 ], "to eat food heartily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoe into",1,1,1 ], "to eat (food) heartily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoe" ,1, 1, 1],"any of several kinds of long-handled hand implement equipped with a light",1). c_DEF([ "hoe" ,1, 1, 1],"blade and used to till the soil, eradicate weeds, etc",2). c_DEF([ "hoe" ,1, 2, 1],"to dig, scrape, weed, or till (surface soil) with or as if with a hoe",1). c_DEF([ "hoedown",1,1,1 ], "a boisterous square dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoedown",1,1,2 ], "a party at which hoedowns are danced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hog badger",1,1,1 ], "a SE Asian badger, Arctonyx collaris, with a piglike mobile snout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hog cholera",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for swine fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hog peanut",1,1,1 ], "a North American leguminous climbing plant, Amphicarpa bracteata, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hog peanut",1,1,1 ], "fleshy curved one-seeded pods, which ripen in or on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 1],"a domesticated pig, esp| a castrated male weighing more than 102 kg",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 2],"any artiodactyl mammal of the family Suidae;pig",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 3],"a sheep up to the age of one year that has yet to be sheared",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 4],"a selfish, greedy or slovenly person",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 5],"a stiff brush, for scraping a vessel's bottom",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 6],"the amount or extent to which a vessel is hogged",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 7],"another word for ,camber (def| 4)",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 1, 8],"go the whole hog| Slang| to do something thoroughly or unreservedly",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 2, 1],"to take more than one's share of",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 2, 2],"to arch (the back) like a hog",1). c_DEF([ "hog" ,1, 2, 3]," to cut (the mane) of (a horse) very short",1). c_DEF([ "hog's fennel",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian umbelliferous marsh plants of the genus Peucedanum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hog's fennel",1,1,1 ], "esp| P| officinale, having clusters of small whitish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hogan",1,1,1 ], "a wooden dwelling covered with earth, typical of the Navaho Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogback",1,1,1 ], "a narrow ridge with sides that consist of steeply inclined rock strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogback",1,1,2 ], "a Saxon or Scandinavian tomb with sloping sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogfish",1,1,1 ], "a wrasse, Lachnolaimus maximus, that occurs in the Atlantic off the SE coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogfish",1,1,1 ], "of North America| The head of the male resembles a pig's snout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hogfish",1,1,2 ], "another name for pigfish ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogged",1,1,1 ], "(of a vessel) having a keel that droops at both ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoggish",1,1,1 ], "selfish, gluttonous, or dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hognose snake",1,1,1 ], "any North American nonvenomous colubrid snake of the genus Heterodon, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hognose snake",1,1,1 ], "trowel-shaped snout and inflating the body when alarmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hognosed skunk",1,1,1 ], "any of several American skunks of the genus Conepatus, esp| C| leuconotus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hognosed skunk",1,1,1 ], "having a broad snoutlike nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hognut",1,1,1 ], "another name for pignut ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogshead",1,1,1 ], "a unit of capacity, used esp| for alcoholic beverages| It has several values," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogshead",1,1,1 ], "being 54 imperial gallons in the case of beer and 52|5 imperial gallons in the case" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hogshead",1,1,1 ], "of wine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hogshead",1,1,2 ], "a large cask used for shipment of wines and spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogtie",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogtie",1,1,2 ], "to tie together the legs or the arms and legs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogtie",1,1,3 ], "to impede, hamper, or thwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogwash",1,1,1 ], "nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogwash",1,1,2 ], "pigswill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hogweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several coarse weedy plants, esp| cow parsnip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoi polloi",1,1,1 ], "Often derogatory| the masses; common people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoick",1,1,1 ], "to rise or raise abruptly and sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoicks",1,1,1 ], "a cry used to encourage hounds to hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoiden",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of hoyden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,1,1 ], "to raise or lift up, esp| by mechanical means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,1,2 ], "hoist with one's own petard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,2,1 ], "any apparatus or device for hoisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,2,2 ], "the act of hoisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,2,2,1 ], "the amidships height of a sail bent to the yard with which it is hoisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,2,2,2 ], "the difference between the set and lowered positions of this yard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,2,3 ], "the length of the luff of a fore-and-aft sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,2,4 ], "a group of signal flags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoist",1,2,5 ], "the inner edge of a flag next to the staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoity-toity",1,1,1 ], "arrogant or haughty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoke",1,1,1 ], "to overplay (a part, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hokey cokey",1,1,1 ], "a Cockney song with a traditional dance routine to match the words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hokey-pokey",1,1,1 ], "another word for hocus-pocus 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hokku",1,1,1 ], "another word for haiku" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hokum",1,1,1 ], "claptrap; bunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hokum",1,1,2 ], "obvious or hackneyed material of a sentimental nature in a play, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hol-",1,1,1 ], "variant of holo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold back" ,1, 1, 1],"to restrain or be restrained",1). c_DEF([ "hold back" ,1, 2, 1],"to withhold",1). c_DEF([ "hold back" ,1, 3, 1],"a strap of the harness joining the breeching to the shaft, so that the horse",1). c_DEF([ "hold back" ,1, 3, 1],"can hold back the vehicle",2). c_DEF([ "hold back" ,1, 3, 2],"something that restrains or hinders",1). c_DEF([ "hold down",1,1,1 ], "to restrain or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold down",1,1,2 ], "to manage to retain or keep possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold forth",1,1,1 ], "to speak for a long time or in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold forth",1,2,1 ], "to offer (an attraction or enticement)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold in",1,1,1 ], "to curb, control, or keep in check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold in",1,1,2 ], "to conceal or restrain (feelings)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold off",1,1,1 ], "to keep apart or at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold off",1,2,1 ], "to refrain (from doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold on",1,1,1 ], "to maintain a firm grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold on",1,1,2 ], "to continue or persist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold on",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) to keep or retain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold on",1,1,4 ], "to keep a telephone line open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold on",1,2,1 ], "stop! wait!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,1,1 ], "to offer or present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,2,1 ], "to last or endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,3,1 ], "refusing to succumb to persuasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,3,1 ], "to continue to resist or stand firm, as a city under siege or a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,3,2 ], "to withhold (something due or expected)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,3,3 ], "fulfilment of one's demands)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,3,3 ], "hold out for| Informal| to wait patiently or uncompromisingly for (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,3,4 ], "hold out on| Informal| to delay in or keep from telling (a person) some new or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold out",1,3,4 ], "important information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hold over" ,1, 1, 1],"to defer consideration of or action on",1). c_DEF([ "hold over" ,1, 1, 2],"to postpone for a further period",1). c_DEF([ "hold over" ,1, 1, 3],"to prolong (a note, chord, etc|) from one bar to the next",1). c_DEF([ "hold over" ,1, 1, 4],"to intimidate (a person) with (a threat)",1). c_DEF([ "hold over" ,1, 2, 1],"an elected official who continues in office after his term has expired",1). c_DEF([ "hold over" ,1, 2, 2],"a performer or performance continuing beyond the original engagement",1). c_DEF([ "hold together",1,1,1 ], "to cohere or remain or cause to cohere or remain in one piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold together",1,1,2 ], "to stay or cause to stay united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold with",1,1,1 ], "to support approve of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,1,1 ], "to have or keep (an object) with or within the hands, arms, etc|; clasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,10,1 ], "to claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,11,1 ], "to remain relevant, valid, or true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,12,1 ], "to keep in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,13,1 ], "to regard or consider in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,14,1 ], "to guard or defend successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,15,1 ], "to continue to go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,15,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,15,3 ], "to sustain the sound of (a note) throughout its specified duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,1 ], "or onto another location in the same device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,1 ], "to retain (data) in a storage device after copying onto another storage device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,2 ], "hold for| to apply or be relevant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,3 ], "hold it!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,3,1 ], "stop! wait!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,3,2 ], "stay in the same position! as when being photographed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,4 ], "hold one's head high| to conduct oneself in an arrogant and bold manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,5 ], "hold one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,5,1 ], "to maintain one's position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,5,2 ], "to be sufficiently competent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,6 ], "hold one's peace or tongue| Informal| to be silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,7 ], "hold water| to stand up to scrutiny or examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,8 ], "restrained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,16,8 ], "there is no holding him| he is so spirited or resolute that he cannot be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,1 ], "the act or method of holding fast or grasping, as with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,10 ], "a fortified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,11 ], "get hold of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,11,1 ], "to obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,11,2 ], "to come into contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,12 ], "no holds barred| all limitations removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,2 ], "something to hold onto, as for support or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,3 ], "an object or device that holds fast or grips something else so as to hold it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,3 ], "fast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,4 ], "controlling force or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,5 ], "a short delay or pause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,6 ], "a prison or a cell in a prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,7 ], "a way of seizing one's opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,8 ], "a pause or fermata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,8,1 ], "a tenure or holding, esp| of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,8,2 ], "leasehold; freehold; copyhold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,17,9 ], "a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,2,1 ], "to support or bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,2,2 ], "to maintain or be maintained in a specified state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,3,1 ], "to set aside or reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, usually used in commands) to restrain or be restrained from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,3,2 ], "motion, action, departure, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,4,1 ], "to remain fast or unbroken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,5,1 ], "(of the weather) to remain dry and bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,5,2 ], "to keep the attention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,6,1 ], "to engage in or carry on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,7,1 ], "to have the ownership, possession, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,7,2 ], "to have the use of or responsibility for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,8,1 ], "to have the space or capacity for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,9,1 ], "to be able to control the outward effects of drinking beer, spirits, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",1,9,2 ], "(often foll| by to or by) to remain or cause to remain committed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold",2,1,1 ], "the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a robbery, esp| an armed one",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 1, 2],"a delay; stoppage",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 1, 3],"an excessive charge; extortion",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to delay; hinder",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 2, 3],"to keep from falling; support",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 2, 4],"to stop forcibly or waylay in order to rob, esp| using a weapon",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 2, 5],"to exhibit or present",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 2, 6],"to survive or last",1). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 2, 7],"suit)",2). c_DEF([ "hold-up" ,1, 2, 7],"to refrain from playing a high card, so delaying the establishment of (a",1). c_DEF([ "holdall",1,1,1 ], "a large strong bag or basket| Usual U|S| name: carryall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holden",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of hold'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holder",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that holds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holder",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, such as an owner, who has possession or control of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holder",1,1,1,2 ], "householder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holder",1,1,2 ], "a person who has possession of a bill of exchange, cheque, or promissory note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holder",1,1,2 ], "that he is legally entitled to enforce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holdfast",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of gripping strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holdfast",1,1,1,2 ], "such a grip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holdfast",1,1,2 ], "any device used to secure an object, such as a hook, clamp, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holdfast",1,1,3 ], "the organ of attachment of a seaweed or related plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holding company",1,1,1 ], "a company with controlling shareholdings in one or more other companies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holding paddock",1,1,1 ], "a paddock in which cattle or sheep are kept temporarily, as before shearing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holding paddock",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holding pattern",1,1,1 ], "permission to land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holding pattern",1,1,1 ], "the oval or circular path of an aircraft flying around an airport awaiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holding",1,1,1 ], "land held under a lease and used for agriculture or similar purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holding",1,1,2 ], "and other investments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holding",1,1,2 ], "property to which the holder has legal title, such as land, stocks, shares," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holding",1,1,3 ], "the obstruction of an opponent with the hands or arms, esp| in boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole in one",1,1,1 ], "a shot from the tee that finishes in the hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole in one",1,2,1 ], "to score a hole in one|Also (esp| U|S|): ace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole in the heart",1,1,1 ], "a defect of the heart in which there is an abnormal opening in any of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole in the heart",1,1,1 ], "walls dividing the four heart chambers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hole up",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) to hibernate, esp| in a cave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole up",1,1,2 ], "to hide or remain secluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole up",1,1,3 ], "to score a hole in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,1 ], "an area hollowed out in a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10 ], "(on a golf course)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10,1 ], "a vacancy in a normally filled band of electron energies that behaves as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10,1 ], "carrier of charge and is mathematically equivalent to a positron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10,1 ], "the cup on each of the greens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10,2 ], "between the tee and a green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10,2 ], "each of the divisions of a course (usually 18) represented by the distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,10,3 ], "the score made in striking the ball from the tee into the hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,11 ], "hole in the wall| Informal| a small dingy place, esp| one difficult to find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,12 ], "in the hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,12,1 ], "in debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,12,2 ], "(of a card, the hole card, in stud poker) dealt face down in the first round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,13 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,13 ], "make a hole in| to consume or use a great amount of (food, drink, money," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,2 ], "an opening made in or through something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,3 ], "an animal's hiding place or burrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,4 ], "an unattractive place, such as a town or a dwelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,5 ], "a cell or dungeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,6 ], "a small anchorage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,7 ], "a fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,8 ], "a difficult and embarrassing situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,1,9 ], "the cavity in various games into which the ball must be thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,2,1 ], "to make a hole or holes in (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole",1,2,3 ], "to hit (the ball) into the hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hole-and-corner",1,1,1 ], "furtive or secretive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiday camp",1,1,1 ], "a place, esp| one at the seaside, providing accommodation, recreational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiday camp",1,1,1 ], "facilities, etc|, for holiday-makers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,1,1,1 ], "a period in which a break is taken from work or studies for rest, travel, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,1,1,1 ], "recreation| U|S| word: vacation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,1,2 ], "a day on which work is suspended by law or custom, such as a religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,1,2 ], "festival, bank holiday, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,1,3 ], "any of several festivals commemorating major events in Israelite or Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,1,3 ], "history or days connected with such festivals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holiday",1,2,1 ], "to spend a holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiday-maker",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes on holiday| U|S| equivalents: vacationer, vacationist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holier-than-thou",1,1,1 ], "annoyingly self-righteous or smug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holily",1,1,1 ], "in a holy, devout, or sacred manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holiness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holism",1,1,1 ], "the idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holland",1,1,1 ], "a coarse linen cloth, used esp| for furnishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollandaise sauce",1,1,1 ], "a rich sauce of egg yolks, butter, vinegar, etc|, served esp| with fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holler",1,1,1 ], "to shout or yell (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holler",1,2,1 ], "a shout; call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollo",1,2,1 ], "a cry for attention, or of encouragement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollo",1,3,1 ], "to shout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,1 ], "having a hole, cavity, or space within; not solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,2 ], "having a sunken area; concave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,3 ], "recessed or deeply set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,4 ], "(of sounds) as if resounding in a hollow place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,5 ], "without substance or validity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,6 ], "hungry or empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,7 ], "insincere; cynical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,8 ], "a hollow leg or hollow legs| the capacity to eat a lot without getting fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,1,9 ], "beat hollow| Brit| informal| to defeat thoroughly and convincingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,2,1 ], "a cavity, opening, or space in or within something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,2,2 ], "a depression or dip in the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,3,1 ], "(often foll| by out, usually when tr|) to make or become hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow",1,3,2 ], "to form (a hole, cavity, etc|) or (of a hole, etc|) to be formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollow-back",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for lordosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holly",1,1,1 ], "any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex, such as the Eurasian I| aquifolium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holly",1,1,1 ], "having bright red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holly",1,1,2 ], "branches of any of these trees, used for Christmas decorations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holly",1,1,3 ], "holly oak| another name for holm oak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollyhock",1,1,1 ], "a tall widely cultivated malvaceous plant, Althaea rosea, with stout hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hollyhock",1,1,1 ], "mallow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hollyhock",1,1,1 ], "stems and spikes of white, yellow, red, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holm oak",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen Mediterranean oak tree, Quercus ilex, with prickly leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holm oak",1,1,1 ], "resembling holly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holm",1,1,1 ], "an island in a river or lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holm",1,1,2 ], "low flat land near a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holm",2,1,1 ], "short for holm oak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holm",2,1,2 ], "a dialect word for holly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holmic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing holmium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holmium",1,1,1 ], "Ho; atomic no|: 67; atomic wt|: 164|93; valency: 3; relative density: 8|80; melting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holmium",1,1,1 ], "a malleable silver-white metallic element of the lanthanide series| Symbol:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holmium",1,1,1 ], "pt|: 1461 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2600 degrees C (approx|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "holo-",1,1,1 ], "whole or wholly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holoblastic",1,1,1 ], "little yolk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holoblastic",1,1,1 ], "of or showing cleavage of the entire zygote into blastomeres, as in eggs with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holocaust",1,1,1 ], "fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holocaust",1,1,1 ], "great destruction or loss of life or the source of such destruction, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holocaust",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for burnt offering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holocrine",1,1,1 ], "(of the secretion of glands) characterized by disintegration of the entire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holocrine",1,1,1 ], "glandular cell in releasing its product, as in sebaceous glands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "an active enzyme consisting of a protein component (apoenzyme) and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holoenzyme",1,1,1 ], "coenzyme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holograph",1,1,1,1 ], "a book or document handwritten by its author; original manuscript; autograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holograph",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holography",1,1,1 ], "illuminating the object with coherent light and, without using lenses, exposing a film to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holography",1,1,1 ], "image is produced" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "holography",1,1,1 ], "interference patterns on the film are illuminated by the coherent light a three-dimensional" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "holography",1,1,1 ], "light reflected from this object and to a direct beam of the coherent light| When" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "holography",1,1,1 ], "the science or practice of producing a photographic record (hologram) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holohedral",1,1,1 ], "(of a crystal) exhibiting all the planes required for the symmetry of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holohedral",1,1,1 ], "crystal system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holomorphic",1,1,1 ], "another word for analytic ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holophrastic",1,1,1 ], "are single words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holophrastic",1,1,1 ], "denoting the stage in a child's acquisition of syntax when most utterances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holophrastic",1,1,2 ], "(of languages) tending to express in one word what would be expressed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holophrastic",1,1,2 ], "several words in other languages; polysynthetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holophytic",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) capable of synthesizing their food from inorganic molecules, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holophytic",1,1,1 ], "by photosynthesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holoplankton",1,1,1 ], "cycle as plankton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holoplankton",1,1,1 ], "organisms, such as diatoms and algae, that spend all stages of their life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holothurian",1,1,1 ], "a leathery elongated body with a ring of tentacles around the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holothurian",1,1,1 ], "any echinoderm of the class Holothuroidea, including the sea cucumbers, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holothurian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Holothuroidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holotype",1,1,1 ], "another name for type specimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holozoic",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) obtaining nourishment by feeding on plants or other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holp",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holpen",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hols",1,1,1 ], "school slang| holidays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holster",1,1,1 ], "a sheathlike leather case for a pistol, attached to a belt or saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holt",1,1,1 ], "a wood or wooded hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holus-bolus",1,1,1 ], "all at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy day of obligation",1,1,1 ], "a major feastday of the Roman Catholic Church on which Catholics are bound to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy day of obligation",1,1,1 ], "attend Mass and refrain from servile work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holy day",1,1,1 ], "a day on which a religious festival is observed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy of holies",1,1,1 ], "any place of special sanctity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy of holies",1,1,2 ], "the innermost compartment of the Jewish tabernacle, and later of the Temple," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy of holies",1,1,2 ], "where the Ark was enshrined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holy orders",1,1,1 ], "the sacrament or rite whereby a person is admitted to the Christian ministry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy orders",1,1,2 ], "the grades of the Christian ministry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy orders",1,1,3 ], "the rank or status of an ordained Christian minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy place",1,1,1 ], "the outer chamber of a Jewish sanctuary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy place",1,1,2 ], "a place of pilgrimage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy rood",1,1,1 ], "a cross or crucifix, esp| one placed upon the rood screen in a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy rood",1,1,2 ], "the cross on which Christ was crucified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy synod",1,1,1 ], "the governing body of any of the Orthodox Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy water",1,1,1 ], "purification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "holy water",1,1,1 ], "water that has been blessed by a priest for use in symbolic rituals of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or associated with God or a deity; sacred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,1,2 ], "endowed or invested with extreme purity or sublimity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,1,3 ], "devout, godly, or virtuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,1,4 ], "holier-than-thou| offensively sanctimonious or self-righteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,1,5 ], "holy terror| a difficult or frightening person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,2,2 ], "a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,2,3 ], "a sacred place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holy",1,2,3,2 ], "the holy| persons or things invested with holiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holystone",1,1,1 ], "a soft sandstone used for scrubbing the decks of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holystone",1,2,1 ], "to scrub (a vessel's decks) with a holystone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "holytide",1,1,1 ], "a season of special religious observances or one regarded as especially holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hom",1,1,1 ], "a sacred plant of the Parsees and ancient Persians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hom",1,1,2 ], "a drink made from this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homage",1,1,1 ], "a public show of respect or honour towards someone or something (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homage",1,1,1 ], "phrases pay or do homage to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homage",1,1,2 ], "(in feudal society)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homage",1,1,2,1 ], "the act of respect and allegiance made by a vassal to his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homage",1,1,2,2 ], "something done in acknowledgment of vassalage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homage",1,3,1 ], "to render homage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hombre",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hombre",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ombre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homburg",1,1,1 ], "a man's hat of soft felt with a dented crown and a stiff upturned brim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home economics",1,1,1 ], "running a home" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home economics",1,1,1 ], "the study of diet, budgeting, child care, and other subjects concerned with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home plate",1,1,1 ], "a flat often five-sided piece of hard rubber or other material that serves to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home plate",1,1,1 ], "base runner must safely reach on his way from third base to score a run" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "home plate",1,1,1 ], "define the area over which the pitcher must throw the ball for a strike and that a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home range",1,1,1 ], "the area in which an animal normally ranges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home rule",1,1,1 ], "self-government, esp| in domestic affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home rule",1,1,2 ], "manage their own affairs, with their own charters, etc|, within the limits set by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home rule",1,1,2 ], "state constitution and laws" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "home rule",1,1,2 ], "the partial autonomy of cities and (in some states) counties, under which they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home rule",1,1,3 ], "the partial autonomy sometimes granted to a national minority or a colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home run",1,1,1 ], "a hit, usually out of the playing area, that no fielder can reach in time to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home run",1,1,1 ], "prevent the batter from scoring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home stretch",1,1,1 ], "the section of a racecourse forming the approach to the finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home stretch",1,1,2 ], "the final stage of an undertaking or journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home teacher",1,1,1 ], "a teacher who educates ill or disabled children in their homes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home truth",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant fact told to a person about himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,1 ], "the place or a place where one lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,10 ], "at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,10,1 ], "in one's own home or country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,10,2 ], "at ease, as if at one's own home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,10,3 ], "giving an informal party at one's own home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,10,4 ], "Brit| such a party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,11 ], "at home in, on, or with| familiar or conversant with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,12 ], "home and dry| Brit| slang| definitely safe or successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,13 ], "near home| concerning one deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,2 ], "a house or other dwelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,3 ], "a family or other group living in a house or other place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,4 ], "a person's country, city, etc|, esp| viewed as a birthplace, a residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,4 ], "during one's early years, or a place dear to one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,5 ], "the environment or habitat of a person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,6 ], "the place where something is invented, founded, or developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,6,1 ], "a building or organization set up to care for orphans, the aged, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,6,2 ], "an informal name for a mental home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,7 ], "one's own ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,7,1 ], "one of two positions of play nearest the opponents' goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,7,1 ], "the objective towards which a player strives in certain sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,7,2 ], "a player assigned to such a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,7,2 ], "an area where a player is safe from attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,8 ], "another name for home plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,1,9 ], "a home from home| a place other than one's own home where one can be at ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or involving one's home, country, etc|; domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,2,2 ], "effective or deadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,2,3 ], "relating to one's own ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,2,4 ], "central; principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,1 ], "to or at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,2 ], "to or on the point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,3 ], "to the fullest extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,4 ], "(of nautical gear) into or in the best or proper position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,5 ], "bring home to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,5,1 ], "to make clear to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,5,2 ], "to place the blame on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,6 ], "come home| Nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,7 ], "(of an anchor) to fail to hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,8 ], "come home to| to be made absolutely clear to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,3,9 ], "to write home about| to be of particular interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,4,1 ], "(of birds and other animals) to return home accurately from a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by on or onto) to direct or be directed onto a point or target," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,4,2 ], "esp| by automatic navigational aids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,4,3 ], "to send or go home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,4,4 ], "to furnish with or have a home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home",1,5,1 ], "to be directed towards a goal, target, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home-brew",1,1,1 ], "a beer or other alcoholic drink brewed at home rather than commercially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home-grown",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of fruit and vegetables) produced in one's own country, district," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home-grown",1,1,1 ], "estate, or garden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home-made",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of cakes, jam, and other foods) made at home or on the premises, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "home-made",1,1,1 ], "high-quality ingredients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "home-made",1,1,2 ], "crudely fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homebred",1,1,1 ], "raised or bred at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homebred",1,1,2 ], "lacking sophistication or cultivation; crude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homecoming",1,1,1 ], "the act of coming home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeland",1,1,1 ], "the country in which one lives or was born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeland",1,1,2 ], "the official name for a Bantustan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homely",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or suited to the ordinary home; unpretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homely",1,1,3 ], "(of a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homely",1,1,4 ], "warm and domesticated in manner or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homely",1,1,4,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| plain or ugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homemaker",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a housewife, who manages a home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homemaker",1,1,2 ], "a social worker who manages a household during the incapacity of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homemaker",1,1,2 ], "housewife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homeo-",1,1,1 ], "like or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeomorphism",1,1,1 ], "form but different chemical composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homeomorphism",1,1,1 ], "the property, shown by certain chemical compounds, of having the same crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeomorphism",1,1,2 ], "a one-to-one correspondence, continuous in both directions, between the points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeomorphism",1,1,2 ], "of two geometric figures or between two topological spaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homeopathy",1,1,1 ], "a method of treating disease by the use of small amounts of a drug that, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeopathy",1,1,1 ], "healthy persons, produces symptoms similar to those of the disease being treated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homeostasis",1,1,1 ], "compensate for disrupting changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homeostasis",1,1,1 ], "the maintenance of metabolic equilibrium within an animal by a tendency to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeostasis",1,1,2 ], "the maintenance of equilibrium within a social group, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeotypic," ,1, 1, 1],"homeotypical or homoeotypic, homoeotypicaladj",1). c_DEF([ "homeotypic," ,1, 1, 2],"denoting or relating to the second nuclear division of meiosis, which",1). c_DEF([ "homeotypic," ,1, 1, 2],"resembles mitosis",2). c_DEF([ "homer",1,1,1 ], "another word for homing pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homer",1,1,2 ], "an informal word for home run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homer",2,1,1 ], "a Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 ephahs in dry measure or 10 baths in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homer",2,1,1 ], "liquid measure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homesick",1,1,1 ], "depressed or melancholy at being away from home and family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homespun",1,1,1 ], "having plain or unsophisticated character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homespun",1,1,2 ], "woven or spun at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homespun",1,2,1 ], "cloth made at home or made of yarn spun at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homespun",1,2,2 ], "a cloth resembling this but made on a power loom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homestead law",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) any of various laws conferring certain privileges on owners of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homestead law",1,1,1 ], "homesteads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homestead",1,1,1 ], "a house or estate and the adjoining land, buildings, etc|, esp| a farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homestead",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a house and adjoining land designated by the owner as his fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homestead",1,1,2 ], "residence and exempt under the homestead laws from seizure and forced sale for debts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homestead",1,1,3 ], "(on a sheep or cattle station) the owner's or manager's residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homesteader",1,1,1 ], "a person owning a homestead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homesteader",1,1,2 ], "a person who acquires or possesses land under a homestead law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homeward" ,1, 1, 1],"directed or going home",1). c_DEF([ "homeward" ,1, 1, 2],"(of a ship, part of a voyage, etc|) returning to the home port",1). c_DEF([ "homeward" ,1, 2, 1],"towards home",1). c_DEF([ "homework",1,1,1 ], "school work done out of lessons, esp| at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homework",1,1,2 ], "any preparatory study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homey",1,1,1 ], "homier, homiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homey",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of homy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homicidal",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or characterized by homicide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homicidal",1,1,2 ], "likely to commit homicide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homicide",1,1,1 ], "the killing of a human being by another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homicide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homiletic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a homily or sermon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homiletic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of homiletics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homiletics",1,1,1 ], "the art of preaching or writing sermons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homily",1,1,1 ], "a sermon or discourse on a moral or religious topic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homily",1,1,2 ], "moralizing talk or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homing guidance",1,1,1 ], "a method of missile guidance in which internal equipment enables it to steer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homing guidance",1,1,1 ], "itself onto the target, as by sensing the target's heat radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homing pigeon",1,1,1 ], "any breed of pigeon developed for its homing instinct, used for carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homing pigeon",1,1,1 ], "messages or for racing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homing",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homing",1,1,2 ], "relating to the ability to return home after travelling great distances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homing",1,1,3 ], "(of an aircraft, missile, etc|) capable of guiding itself onto a target or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homing",1,1,3 ], "a specified point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hominid",1,1,1 ], "and the extinct precursors of man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hominid",1,1,1 ], "any primate of the family Hominidae, which includes modern man (Homo sapiens)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hominid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Hominidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hominoid",1,1,1 ], "of or like man; manlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hominoid",1,1,2 ], "includes the anthropoid apes and man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hominoid",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the primate superfamily Hominoidea, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hominoid",1,2,1 ], "a hominoid animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hominy grits",1,1,1 ], "finely ground hominy| Often shortened to grits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hominy",1,1,1 ], "coarsely ground maize prepared as a food by boiling in milk or water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homo",1,1,1 ], "short for homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homo-",1,1,1 ], "being the same or like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homocentric",1,1,1 ], "having the same centre; concentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homocercal",1,1,1 ], "of or possessing a symmetrical tail that extends beyond the end of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homocercal",1,1,1 ], "vertebral column, as in most bony fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homochromatic",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for monochromatic ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homochromous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) of only one colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homocyclic",1,1,1 ], "(of an organic compound) containing a closed ring of atoms of the same kind," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homocyclic",1,1,1 ], "esp| carbon atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homodont",1,1,1 ], "(of most nonmammalian vertebrates) having teeth that are all of the same type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homoeo-",1,1,1 ], "variant of homeo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homoeroticism",1,1,1 ], "eroticism centred on or aroused by persons of one's own sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogamy",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which all the flowers of an inflorescence are either of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogamy",1,1,1 ], "same sex or hermaphrodite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homogamy",1,1,2 ], "ensuring self-pollination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homogamy",1,1,2 ], "the maturation of the anthers and stigmas of a flower at the same time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogenate",1,1,1 ], "a substance produced by homogenizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 1],"composed of similar or identical parts or elements",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 2],"of uniform nature",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 3],"similar in kind or nature",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"(of a polynomial)",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 4],"having a constant property, such as density, throughout",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"(of a function) containing a set of variables such that when each is",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"multiplied by a constant, this constant can be eliminated without altering the value of",2). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"the function, as in cos x/y,+,x/y",3). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 5, 3],"(of an equation) containing a homogeneous function made equal to 0",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 5],"containing terms of the same degree with respect to all the variables, as in",1). c_DEF([ "homogeneous" ,1, 1, 6],"of, composed of, or concerned with a single phase",1). c_DEF([ "homogenize",1,1,1 ], "distributed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homogenize",1,1,1 ], "to break up the fat globules in (milk or cream) so that they are evenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogenize",1,1,2 ], "to make or become homogeneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogenous",1,1,1 ], "another word for homogeneous 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogenous",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or exhibiting homogeny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogeny",1,1,1 ], "similarity in structure of individuals or parts because of common ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homogony",1,1,1 ], "all the flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homogony",1,1,1 ], "the condition in a plant of having stamens and styles of the same length in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homograft",1,1,1 ], "a tissue graft obtained from an organism of the same species as the recipient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homograph",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of words spelt in the same way but having different meanings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homoio-",1,1,1 ], "variant of homeo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homoiothermic",1,1,1 ], "(of birds and mammals) having a constant body temperature, usually higher than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homoiothermic",1,1,1 ], "the temperature of the surroundings warm-blooded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homologate",1,1,1 ], "to approve or ratify (a deed or contract, esp| one that is defective)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homologate",1,1,2 ], "to confirm (a proceeding, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homologate",1,1,3 ], "or component rather than a prototype, as in making it eligible for a motor race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homologate",1,1,3 ], "to recognize (a particular type of car or car component) as a production model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homologize",1,1,1 ], "to be, show to be, or make homologous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homologous chromosomes",1,1,1 ], "are identical in appearance and pair during meiosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homologous chromosomes",1,1,1 ], "two chromosomes, one of paternal origin, the other of maternal origin, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 1],"homological or homologicadj",1). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 2],"having a related or similar position, structure, etc",1). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"(of two or more tissues) identical in structure",1). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"(of a vaccine) prepared from the infecting microorganism",1). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a series of organic compounds) having similar characteristics and",1). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 3],"structure but differing by a number of CH\2 groups",2). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 4],"(of organs and parts) having the same evolutionary origin but different",1). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 4],"functions",2). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 6],"(of elements) playing a similar role in distinct figures or functions|",1). c_DEF([ "homologous" ,1, 1, 6],"homologically",2). c_DEF([ "homolographic",1,1,1 ], "another term for equal-area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homologue" ,1, 1, 1],"a homologous part or organ",1). c_DEF([ "homologue" ,1, 1, 2],"any homologous compound",1). c_DEF([ "homology",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being homologous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homology",1,1,2 ], "series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homology",1,1,2 ], "the similarities in chemical behaviour shown by members of a homologous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homology",1,1,3 ], "a classification of geometric figures according to their geometric properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homolosine projection",1,1,1 ], "a map projection of the world on which the oceans are distorted to allow for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homolosine projection",1,1,1 ], "equal-area projections" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "homolosine projection",1,1,1 ], "greater accuracy in representing the continents, combining the sinusoidal and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homolysis",1,1,1 ], "the dissociation of a molecule into two neutral fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homomorphism",1,1,1 ], "similarity in form, as of the flowers of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homonym",1,1,1 ], "different meanings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homonym",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of words pronounced or spelt in the same way but having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homonym",1,1,2 ], "a person with the same name as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homonym",1,1,3 ], "a specific or generic name that has been used for two or more different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homonym",1,1,3 ], "organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homophile",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophone",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of words pronounced in the same way but differing in meaning or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophone",1,1,1 ], "spelling or both, as for example bear and bare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homophone",1,1,2 ], "a written letter or combination of letters that represents the same speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophone",1,1,2 ], "sound as another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homophonic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to homophony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophonic",1,1,2 ], "independently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homophonic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to music in which the parts move together rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophonous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a homophone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophony",1,1,1 ], "in pronunciation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homophony",1,1,1 ], "the linguistic phenomenon whereby words of different origins become identical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophony",1,1,2 ], "part music composed in a homophonic style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homophyly",1,1,1 ], "resemblance due to common ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homoplastic",1,1,1 ], "(of a tissue graft) derived from an individual of the same species as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homoplastic",1,1,1 ], "recipient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homoplastic",1,1,2 ], "another word for analogous ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homopolar",1,1,1 ], "of uniform charge; not ionic; covalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homopterous",1,1,1 ], "held over the back at rest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "homopterous",1,1,1 ], "insects, including cicadas, aphids, and scale insects, having wings of a uniform texture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homopterous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Homoptera, a suborder of hemipterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homorganic",1,1,1 ], "(of a consonant) articulated at the same point in the vocal tract as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homorganic",1,1,1 ], "consonant in a different class|Thus n is the homorganic nasal of k|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homoscedasticity",1,1,1 ], "constant variance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homoscedasticity",1,1,1 ], "the condition occurring when all possible values that a variable may take have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homosexual",1,1,1 ], "a person who is sexually attracted to members of the same sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homosexual",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to homosexuals or homosexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homosexual",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the same sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homosexuality",1,1,1 ], "sexual attraction to or sexual relations with members of the same sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homosporous",1,1,1 ], "(of some ferns) producing spores of one kind only, which develop into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homosporous",1,1,1 ], "hermaphrodite gametophytes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homotaxis",1,1,1 ], "in different regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homotaxis",1,1,1 ], "similarity of composition and arrangement in rock strata of different ages or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homothallic",1,1,1 ], "(of some algae and fungi) having both male and female reproductive organs on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homothallic",1,1,1 ], "the same thallus, which is self-fertlizing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homothermal",1,1,1 ], "another word for homoiothermic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homozygote",1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant that is homozygous and breeds true to type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homozygous",1,1,1 ], "(of an organism) having identical alleles for any one gene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homunculus",1,1,1 ], "a miniature man; midget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homunculus",1,1,2 ], "(in early biological theory) a fully-formed miniature human being existing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homunculus",1,1,2 ], "a spermatozoon or egg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "homy",1,1,1 ], "homier, homiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "homy",1,1,2 ], "like a home, esp| in comfort or informality; cosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hon",1,1,1 ], "honorary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hon",1,1,2 ], "honourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honan",1,1,1 ], "a silk fabric of rough weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hone",1,1,1 ], "a fine whetstone, esp| for sharpening razors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hone",1,1,2 ], "a tool consisting of a number of fine abrasive slips held in a machine head," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hone",1,1,2 ], "rotated and reciprocated to impart a smooth finish to cylinder bores, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hone",1,2,1 ], "to sharpen or polish with or as if with a hone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hone",2,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for or after) to yearn or pine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hone",2,1,2 ], "to moan or grieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,1 ], "not given to lying, cheating, stealing, etc|; trustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,10 ], "honest to God a| completely authentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,10,2 ], "an expression of affirmation or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,2 ], "not false or misleading; genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,3 ], "just or fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,4 ], "characterized by sincerity and candour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,5 ], "without pretensions or artificial traits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,6 ], "(of a woman) respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,7 ], "honest broker| a mediator in disputes, esp| international ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,8 ], "make an honest woman of| to marry (a woman, esp| one who is pregnant) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,8 ], "prevent scandal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honest",1,1,9 ], "honest Injun|School slang|genuinely, really" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honestly",1,1,1 ], "in an honest manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honestly",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honestly",1,2,1 ], "an expression of disgust, surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honesty",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being honest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honesty",1,1,2 ], "sincerity or fairness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honesty",1,1,3 ], "virtue or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honesty",1,1,4 ], "a purple-flowered SE European cruciferous plant, Lunaria annua, cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honesty",1,1,4 ], "its flattened silvery pods, which are used for indoor decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honewort",1,1,1 ], "a European umbelliferous plant, Trinia glauca, with clusters of small white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honewort",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honewort",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey badger",1,1,1 ], "another name for ratel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey bear",1,1,1 ], "another name for kinkajou ,1,1 or sun bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey buzzard",1,1,1 ], "a common European bird of prey, Pernis apivorus, having broad wings and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey buzzard",1,1,1 ], "buzzards, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "honey buzzard",1,1,1 ], "typically dull brown plumage with white-streaked underparts: family Accipitridae (hawks," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey creeper",1,1,1 ], "and feeding on nectar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "honey creeper",1,1,1 ], "any small tropical American songbird of the genus Dacnis and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey creeper",1,1,1 ], "closely related to the tanagers and buntings, having a slender downward-curving bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey creeper",1,1,2 ], "any bird of the family Drepanididae of Hawaii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey fungus",1,1,1 ], "an edible agaricaceous mushroom, Armillaria mellea, with a brown scaly cap:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey fungus",1,1,1 ], "grows on dead trees, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey guide",1,1,1 ], "(woodpeckers, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "honey guide",1,1,1 ], "Africa and Asia and feeding on beeswax, honey, and insects: order Piciformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey guide",1,1,1 ], "any small bird of the family Indicatoridae, inhabiting tropical forests of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey locust",1,1,1 ], "a thorny mimosaceous tree, Gleditsia triacanthos of E North America, that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey locust",1,1,1 ], "long pods containing a sweet-tasting pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey locust",1,1,2 ], "another name for mesquite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey mesquite",1,1,1 ], "another name for mesquite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey mouse",1,1,1 ], "a small agile Australian marsupial, Tarsipes spenserae, having dark-striped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey mouse",1,1,1 ], "it feeds on honey, pollen, and insects: family Phalangeridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "honey mouse",1,1,1 ], "pale brown fur, a long prehensile tail, and a very long snout and tongue with which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey plant",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants that are particularly useful in providing bees with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey plant",1,1,1 ], "nectar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 1, 1],"a sweet viscid substance made by bees from nectar and stored in their nests or",1). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 1, 1],"hives as food| It is spread on bread or used as a sweetening agent",2). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar sweet substance, esp| the nectar of flowers",1). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 1, 3],"anything that is sweet or delightful",1). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 1, 4],"a term of endearment",1). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 1, 5],"something considered to be very good of its kind",1). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 1, 6],"of, concerned with, or resembling honey",1). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 2, 1],"to sweeten with or as if with honey",1). c_DEF([ "honey" ,1, 2, 2],"(often foll| by up) to talk to (someone) in a fond or flattering way",1). c_DEF([ "honey-eater",1,1,1 ], "any small arboreal songbird of the Australasian family Meliphagidae, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honey-eater",1,1,1 ], "downward-curving bill and a brushlike tongue specialized for extracting nectar from flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honey-sweet",1,1,1 ], "sweet or endearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeybee",1,1,1 ], "any of various social honey-producing bees of the genus Apis, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeybee",1,1,1 ], "mellifera, which has been widely domesticated as a source of honey and beeswax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honeybunch",1,1,1 ], "honey; darling: a term of endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeycomb moth",1,1,1 ], "another name for the wax moth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeycomb",1,1,1 ], "a waxy structure, constructed by bees in a hive, that consists of adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeycomb",1,1,1 ], "hexagonal cells in which honey is stored, eggs are laid, and larvae develop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honeycomb",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in structure or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeycomb",1,1,3 ], "another name for reticulum ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeycomb",1,2,1 ], "to pierce or fill with holes, cavities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeycomb",1,2,2 ], "to permeate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeydew melon",1,1,1 ], "a variety of muskmelon with a smooth greenish-white rind and sweet greenish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeydew melon",1,1,1 ], "flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honeydew",1,1,1 ], "a sugary substance excreted by aphids and similar insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeydew",1,1,2 ], "a similar substance exuded by certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeydew",1,1,3 ], "short for honeydew melon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeyed",1,1,1 ], "flattering or soothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeyed",1,1,2 ], "made sweet or agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeyed",1,1,3 ], "of, full of, or resembling honey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeymoon",1,1,1,1 ], "a holiday taken by a newly married couple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeymoon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeymoon",1,1,2 ], "a holiday considered to resemble a honeymoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeymoon",1,1,3 ], "business one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honeymoon",1,1,3 ], "the early, usually calm period of a relationship, such as a political or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeymoon",1,2,1 ], "to take a honeymoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeysucker",1,1,1 ], "any bird, esp| a honey-eater, that feeds on nectar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeysucker",1,1,2 ], "another name for honey mouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeysuckle ornament",1,1,1 ], "another term for anthemion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeysuckle",1,1,1 ], "any temperate caprifoliaceous shrub or vine of the genus Lonicera: cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeysuckle",1,1,1 ], "for their fragrant white, yellow, or pink tubular flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honeysuckle",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeysuckle",1,1,3 ], "any of various Australian trees or shrubs of the genus Banksia, having flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honeysuckle",1,1,3 ], "in dense spikes: family Proteaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hong",1,1,1 ], "(in China) a factory, warehouse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hong",1,1,2 ], "(formerly, in Canton) a foreign commercial establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honi soit qui mal y pense",1,1,1 ], "shamed be he who thinks evil of it: the motto of the Order of the Garter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honied",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of honeyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honk",1,1,1 ], "a representation of the sound made by a goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honk",1,1,2 ], "any sound resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honk",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause (something) to make such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honk",1,3,1 ], "a slang word for vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honky",1,1,1 ], "a white man or white men collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honky-tonk",1,1,1,1 ], "a cheap disreputable nightclub, bar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honky-tonk",1,1,1,1 ], "a style of ragtime piano-playing, esp| on a tinny-sounding piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honky-tonk",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honor",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorarium",1,1,1 ], "a fee paid for a nominally free service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorary",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a position, title, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorary",1,1,1,1 ], "held or given only as an honour, without the normal privileges or duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorary",1,1,1,2 ], "(of a secretary, treasurer, etc|) unpaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorary",1,1,2 ], "having such a position or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorary",1,1,3 ], "depending on honour rather than legal agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorific",1,1,1 ], "showing or conferring honour or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorific",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a pronoun, verb inflection, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorific",1,1,2 ], "indicating the speaker's respect for the addressee or his acknowledgment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honorific",1,1,2 ], "inferior status" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honorific",1,1,2,2 ], "a Japanese honorific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour school",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford University) one of the courses of study leading to an honours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour school",1,1,1 ], "degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,1 ], "personal integrity; allegiance to moral principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,10 ], "do the honours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,10,1 ], "to serve as host or hostess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,10,2 ], "to perform a social act, such as carving meat, proposing a toast, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,11 ], "honour bright| Brit| school slang|an exclamation pledging honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,12 ], "in honour bound| under a moral obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,13 ], "in honour of| out of respect for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,14 ], "on one's honour| on the pledge of one's word or good name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,2 ], "fame or glory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,3 ], "great respect, regard, esteem, etc|, or an outward sign of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,4 ], "high or noble rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,5 ], "a privilege or pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,6 ], "a woman's virtue or chastity|CATEGORY Bridge, poker, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,7 ], "any of the top five cards in a suit or any of the four aces at no trumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,7,2 ], "Whist| any of the top four cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,8 ], "the right to tee off first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,9 ], "do honour to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,9,1 ], "to pay homage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,1,9,2 ], "to be a credit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,2,1 ], "to hold in respect or esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,2,2 ], "to show courteous behaviour towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,2,3 ], "to worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,2,4 ], "to confer a distinction upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,2,5 ], "to accept and then pay when due (a cheque, draft, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honour",1,2,6 ], "to bow or curtsy to (one's dancing partner)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honourable",1,1,1 ], "possessing or characterized by high principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honourable",1,1,2 ], "worthy of or entitled to honour or esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honourable",1,1,3 ], "consistent with or bestowing honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours list",1,1,1 ], "a list of those who have had or are having an honour, esp| a peerage or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours list",1,1,1 ], "membership of an order of chivalry, conferred on them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honours of war",1,1,1 ], "the honours granted by the victorious to the defeated, esp| as of marching out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours of war",1,1,1 ], "with all arms and flags flying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,1 ], "observances of respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,1,1 ], "(in a university degree or degree course)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,2 ], "a rank of the highest academic standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,3 ], "an honours degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,4 ], "a high mark awarded for an examination; distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,5 ], "last honours| observances of respect at a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "honours",1,1,6 ], "military honours| marks of respect paid by or to soldiers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoo",1,1,1 ], "West Yorkshire and south Lancashire dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoo",1,1,2 ], "she" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoo-ha",1,1,1 ], "a noisy commotion or fuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooch",1,1,1 ], "alcoholic drink, esp| illicitly distilled spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood mould",1,1,1 ], "another name for dripstone ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,1 ], "a loose head covering either attached to a cloak or coat or made as a separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,1 ], "garment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in shape or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| name for bonnet (of a car)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,4 ], "the folding roof of a convertible car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,5 ], "a hoodlike garment worn over an academic gown, indicating its wearer's degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,5 ], "and university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,6 ], "a close-fitting cover, placed over the head and eyes of a falcon to keep it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,6 ], "quiet when not hunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,7 ], "a structure or marking, such as the fold of skin on the head of a cobra, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,1,7 ], "covers or appears to cover the head or some similar part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hood",1,2,1 ], "to cover or provide with or as if with a hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hood",2,1,1 ], "short for hoodlum (gangster)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooded crow",1,1,1 ], "a subspecies of the carrion crow, Corvus corone cornix, that has a grey body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooded crow",1,1,1 ], "and black head, wings, and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hooded seal",1,1,1 ], "Arctic Oceans, having an inflatable hoodlike sac over the nasal region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hooded seal",1,1,1 ], "a large greyish earless seal, Cystophora cristata, of the N Atlantic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooded",1,1,1 ], "covered with, having, or shaped like a hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoodlum",1,1,1 ], "a petty gangster or ruffian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoodlum",1,1,2 ], "a lawless youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoodman-blind",1,1,1 ], "blind man's buff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoodoo" ,1, 1, 1],"a variant of ,voodoo",1). c_DEF([ "hoodoo" ,1, 1, 2],"a person or thing that brings bad luck",1). c_DEF([ "hoodoo" ,1, 1, 3],"bad luck",1). c_DEF([ "hoodoo" ,1, 1, 4],"(in the western U|S|) a strangely shaped column of rock",1). c_DEF([ "hoodoo" ,1, 2, 2],"to bring bad luck to",1). c_DEF([ "hoodwink",1,1,1 ], "to dupe; trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoodwink",1,1,2 ], "to cover or hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooey",1,2,1 ], "Slang| nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,1,1 ], "the horny covering of the end of the foot in the horse, deer, and all other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,1,1 ], "ungulate mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,1,2 ], "a hoofbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,2 ], "the foot of an ungulate mammal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,3 ], "a hoofed animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,4 ], "a person's foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,5 ], "on the hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,1,6 ], "(of livestock) alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,2,1 ], "to kick or trample with the hoofs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,2,2 ], "hoof it| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,2,2,1 ], "to walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoof",1,2,2,2 ], "to dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoofbound",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) having dry contracted hooves, with resultant pain and lameness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoofed",1,1,1,1 ], "having a hoof or hoofs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoofed",1,1,1,2 ], "four-hoofed; cloven-hoofed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook and eye",1,1,1 ], "a fastening for clothes consisting of a small hook hooked onto a small metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook and eye",1,1,1 ], "or thread loop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,1 ], "a piece of material, usually metal, curved or bent and used to suspend, catch," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,1 ], "hold, or pull something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,10 ], "a hook-shaped stroke used in writing or printing, such as a serif or (in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,10 ], "writing) any part of a letter extending above or below the line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,11 ], "a stroke added to the stem of a written or printed note to indicate time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,11 ], "values shorter than a crotchet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,12 ], "another name for a sickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,13 ], "a nautical word for anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,14 ], "by hook or crook| by any means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,15 ], "get the hook| U|S| slang| to be dismissed from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,16 ], "hook, line, and sinker| Informal| completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,17 ], "off the hook| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,17,1 ], "out of danger; free from obligation or guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,17,2 ], "(of a telephone receiver) not on the support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,18 ], "on one's own hook| Slang, chiefly U|S| on one's own initiative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,19 ], "on the hook| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,19,1 ], "waiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,19,2 ], "in a dangerous or difficult situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,2 ], "short for fish-hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,20 ], "sling one's hook| Brit| slang| to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,3 ], "a trap or snare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,4 ], "something resembling a hook in design or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,4,1 ], "a sharp bend or angle in a geological formation, esp| a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,4,2 ], "a sharply curved spit of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,5 ], "a short swinging blow delivered from the side with the elbow bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,6 ], "a shot in which the ball is hit square on the leg side with the bat held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,6 ], "horizontally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,7 ], "a shot that causes the ball to go to the player's left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,8 ], "the top of a breaking wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,1,9 ], "the act of hooking an opposing player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to fasten or be fastened with or as if with a hook or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,2,1 ], "hooks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,3,1 ], "to catch (something, such as a fish) on a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,3,2 ], "to curve like or into the shape of a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,4,1 ], "(of bulls, elks, etc|) to catch or gore with the horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,5,1 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,5,1 ], "to make (a rug) by hooking yarn through a stiff fabric backing with a special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,6,1 ], "to cut (grass or herbage) with a sickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,6,2 ], "to hit (an opponent) with a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,6,3 ], "to impede (an opposing player) by catching hold of him with the stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,6,4 ], "to play (a ball) with a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,6,5 ], "team, using the feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,6,5 ], "to obtain and pass (the ball) backwards from a scrum to a member of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,6,6 ], "to play (a ball) with a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,7,1 ], "to trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,8,1 ], "a slang word for steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook",1,8,2 ], "hook it| Slang| to run or go quickly away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 1, 1],"aircraft",2). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 1, 1],"the contact of an aircraft in flight with the refuelling hose of a tanker",1). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 1, 2],"an alliance or relationship, esp| an unlikely one, between people, countries,",1). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 1, 2],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 1, 3],"programme",2). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 1, 3],"the linking of broadcasting equipment or stations to transmit a special",1). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to connect (two or more people or things)",1). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 2, 3],"(often foll| by with) Slang",1). c_DEF([ "hook-up" ,1, 2, 4],"to get married (to)",1). c_DEF([ "hookah",1,1,1 ], "an oriental pipe for smoking marijuana, tobacco, etc|, consisting of one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hookah",1,1,1 ], "more long flexible stems connected to a container of water or other liquid through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hookah",1,1,1 ], "which smoke is drawn and cooled" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hooked",1,1,1 ], "bent like a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooked",1,1,2 ], "having a hook or hooks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooked",1,1,3 ], "caught or trapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooked",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooked",1,1,5 ], "addicted to a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooked",1,1,6 ], "(often foll| by on) obsessed (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooker",1,1,1 ], "a commercial fishing boat using hooks and lines instead of nets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooker",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that hooks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooker",2,1,1,1 ], "a draught of alcoholic drink, esp| of spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooker",2,1,1,2 ], "a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooker",2,1,2 ], "ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hooker",2,1,2 ], "the central forward in the front row of a scrum whose main job is to hook the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooknose",1,1,1 ], "a nose with a pronounced outward curve; aquiline nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hookworm disease",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for ancylostomiasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hookworm",1,1,1 ], "Ancylostoma duodenale or Necator americanus, both of which cause disease| They have hooked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hookworm",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic blood-sucking nematode worm of the family Ancylostomatidae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hookworm",1,1,1 ], "mouthparts and enter their hosts by boring through the skin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hooky",1,1,1 ], "truancy, usually from school (esp| in the phrase play hooky)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooligan",1,1,1 ], "a rough lawless young person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop pine",1,1,1 ], "a fast-growing timber tree, Araucaria cunninghamii, having rough bark with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop pine",1,1,1 ], "hoop-like cracks around the trunk and branches: family Araucariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoop snake",1,1,1 ], "abacura), that were formerly thought to hold the tail in the mouth and roll along like a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoop snake",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American snakes, such as the mud snake (Farancia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop snake",1,1,1 ], "hoop" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,1 ], "a rigid circular band of metal or wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,2,1 ], "a band of iron that holds the staves of a barrel or cask together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,3 ], "a child's toy shaped like a hoop and rolled on the ground or whirled around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,3 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,4 ], "any of the iron arches through which the ball is driven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,4,1 ], "a light curved frame to spread out a skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,5 ], "the round metal frame to which the net is attached to form the basket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,6 ], "a large ring with paper stretched over it through which performers or animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,6 ], "jump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,6,1 ], "an earring consisting of one or more circles of metal, plastic, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,6,2 ], "the part of a finger ring through which the finger fits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,1,7 ], "go through the hoop| to be subjected to an ordeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",1,2,1 ], "to surround with or as if with a hoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoop",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of whoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooper",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for cooper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoopla",1,1,1 ], "a fairground game in which a player tries to throw a hoop over an object and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoopla",1,1,1 ], "so win it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoopla",1,1,2 ], "noise; bustle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoopla",1,1,3 ], "nonsense; ballyhoo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoopoe",1,1,1 ], "an Old World bird, Upupa epops, having a pinkish-brown plumage with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoopoe",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white wings and an erectile crest: family Upupidae, order Coraciiformes (kingfishers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoopoe",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hooray",1,3,1 ], "variant spellings of hurrah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooray",1,4,1 ], "goodbye; cheerio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoosegow",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot owl",1,1,1 ], "any owl that utters a hooting cry, as distinct from a screech owl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,1,1 ], "the mournful wavering cry of some owls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,1,2 ], "a similar sound, such as that of a train whistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,1,3 ], "a jeer of derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,1,4 ], "an amusing person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,1,5 ], "not give a hoot| not to care at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by at) to jeer or yell (something) contemptuously (at someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,3,1 ], "to drive (political speakers, actors on stage, etc|) off or away by hooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,4,1 ], "to make a hoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",1,5,1 ], "to blow a horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoot",2,1,1 ], "an exclamation of impatience or dissatisfaction: a supposed Scotticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hootenanny",1,1,1 ], "an informal performance by folk singers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hootenanny",1,1,2 ], "something the name of which is unspecified or forgotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that hoots, esp| a car horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooter",1,1,2 ], "a nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hooves",1,1,1 ], "a plural of hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop clover",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for hop trefoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop into",1,1,1 ], "to attack (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop into",1,1,2 ], "to start or set about (a task)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop up" ,1, 1, 1],"to make intoxicated, esp| by narcotics",1). c_DEF([ "hop up" ,1, 1, 2],"to invigorate, excite, etc",1). c_DEF([ "hop up" ,1, 1, 3],"another term for hot up ,1,2",1). c_DEF([ "hop",1,1,1 ], "an older term for triple jump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,1,1 ], "to make a jump forwards or upwards, esp| on one foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,1,2 ], "a short distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of frogs, birds, rabbits, etc|) to move forwards in short jumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,3,1 ], "to jump over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,4,1 ], "to move or proceed quickly (in, on, out of, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,5,1 ], "to cross (an ocean) in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,6,1 ], "to travel by means of (an aircraft, bus, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,6,2 ], "to bounce or cause to bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,7,1 ], "to begin intense activity, esp| work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,8,1 ], "another word for limp ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,8,2 ], "hop it Brit| slang| to go away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,9,1 ], "the act or an instance of hopping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,9,2 ], "a dance, esp| one at which popular music is played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,9,3 ], "a trip, esp| in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,9,4 ], "a bounce, as of a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,9,5 ], "on the hop| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,9,5,1 ], "active or busy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",1,9,5,2 ], "Brit| unawares or unprepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",2,1,1 ], "Cannabiaceae (or Cannabidaceae)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hop",2,1,1 ], "any climbing plant of the N temperate genus Humulus, esp| H| lupulus, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",2,1,1 ], "has green conelike female flowers and clusters of small male flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hop",2,1,2 ], "hop garden| a field of hops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop",2,1,3 ], "opium or any other narcotic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hop-picker",1,1,1 ], "a person employed or a machine used to pick hops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope chest",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for bottom drawer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of desire for something and confidence in the possibility of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,1,1 ], "fulfilment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,1,2 ], "a reasonable ground for this feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that gives cause for hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,1,4 ], "a thing, situation, or event that is desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,1,5 ], "expectations will be fulfilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,1,5 ], "not a hope or some hope| used ironically to express little confidence that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,2,1 ], "to desire (something) with some possibility of fulfilment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,3,1 ], "to have a wish (for a future event, situation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hope",1,4,1 ], "to trust, expect, or believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeful",1,1,1 ], "having or expressing hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeful",1,1,2 ], "giving or inspiring hope; promising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeful",1,2,1 ], "a person considered to be on the brink of success (esp| in the phrase a young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeful",1,2,1 ], "hopeful)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hopefully",1,1,1 ], "in a hopeful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopefully",1,1,2 ], "it is hoped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeless",1,1,1 ], "having or offering no hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeless",1,1,2 ], "impossible to analyse or solve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeless",1,1,3 ], "unable to learn, function, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopeless",1,1,4 ], "without skill or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hophead",1,1,1 ], "a heroin or opium addict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoplite",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a heavily armed infantryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoplology",1,1,1 ], "the study of weapons or armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that hops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,2 ], "a funnel-shaped chamber or reservoir from which solid materials can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,2 ], "discharged under gravity into a receptacle below, esp| for feeding fuel to a furnace," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,2 ], "loading a railway truck with grain, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,3 ], "a machine used for picking hops; a hop-picker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,4 ], "and immature locust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,4 ], "any of various long-legged hopping insects, esp| the grasshopper, leaf hopper," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,5 ], "an open-topped railway truck for bulk transport of loose minerals, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,5 ], "unloaded through doors on the underside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,6 ], "a device for holding punched cards and feeding them to a card punch or card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopper",1,1,6 ], "reader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hopping",1,1,1 ], "the action of a person or animal that hops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopping",1,1,2 ], "a fair, esp| (the Hoppings) an annual fair in Newcastle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopping",1,2,1 ], "hopping mad| in a terrible rage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopple",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for hobble 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hops",1,1,1 ], "give a bitter taste to beer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hops",1,1,1 ], "the dried ripe flowers, esp| the female flowers, of the hop plant, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopsack",1,1,1 ], "a roughly woven fabric of wool, cotton, etc|, used for clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopsack",1,1,2 ], "a coarse fabric used for bags, etc|, made generally of hemp or jute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopscotch",1,1,1 ], "a children's game in which a player throws a small stone or other object to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hopscotch",1,1,1 ], "land in one of a pattern of squares marked on the ground and then hops over to it to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hopscotch",1,1,1 ], "pick it up" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hora",1,1,1 ], "a traditional Israeli or Rumanian circle dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horal",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for hourly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horary",1,1,1 ], "relating to the hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horary",1,1,2 ], "hourly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horde",1,1,1 ], "a vast crowd; throng; mob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horde",1,1,2 ], "a local group of people in a nomadic society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horde",1,1,3 ], "a nomadic group of people, esp| an Asiatic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horde",1,1,4 ], "a large moving mass of animals, esp| insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horde",1,2,1 ], "to form, move in, or live in a horde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hordein",1,1,1 ], "a simple protein, rich in proline, that occurs in barley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horehound",1,1,1 ], "a downy perennial herbaceous Old World plant, Marrubium vulgare, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horehound",1,1,1 ], "flavouring: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horehound",1,1,1 ], "white flowers that contain a bitter juice formerly used as a cough medicine and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horehound",1,1,2 ], "water horehound| another name for bugleweed ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,1 ], "the apparent line that divides the earth and the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,1,1 ], "sensible horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,2 ], "the circular intersection with the celestial sphere of the plane tangential to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,2 ], "the earth at the position of the observer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,2,2 ], "celestial horizon| the great circle on the celestial sphere, the plane of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,2,2 ], "which passes through the centre of the earth and is parallel to the sensible horizon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,3 ], "the range or limit of scope, interest, knowledge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,4 ], "a layer of rock within a stratum that has a particular composition, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,4 ], "fossils, by which the stratum may be dated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horizon",1,1,5 ], "a layer in a soil profile having particular characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal bar",1,1,1 ], "a raised bar on which swinging and vaulting exercises are performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal stabilizer",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for tailplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal union",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for craft union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal",1,1,1 ], "parallel to the plane of the horizon; level; flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal",1,1,3 ], "measured or contained in a plane parallel to that of the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal",1,1,4 ], "applied uniformly or equally to all members of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal",1,1,5 ], "relating to identical stages of commercial activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horizontal",1,2,1 ], "a horizontal plane, position, line, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horme",1,1,1 ], "(in the psychology of C| G| Jung) fundamental vital energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hormone",1,1,1 ], "a chemical substance produced in an endocrine gland and transported in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hormone",1,1,1 ], "blood to a certain tissue, on which it exerts a specific effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hormone",1,1,2 ], "an organic compound produced by a plant that is essential for growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hormone",1,1,3 ], "any synthetic substance having the same effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn in",1,1,1 ], "to interrupt or intrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn of plenty",1,1,1 ], "another term for cornucopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn silver",1,1,1 ], "another name for cerargyrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of permanent outgrowths on the heads of cattle, antelopes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,1 ], "sheep, etc|, consisting of a central bony core covered with layers of keratin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,10 ], "the hornlike projection attributed to certain devils, deities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,11 ], "cuckold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,11 ], "the imaginary hornlike parts formerly supposed to appear on the forehead of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,12 ], "an extension of an aircraft control surface that projects in front of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,12 ], "hinge providing aerodynamic assistance in moving the control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,12,1 ], "acoustic horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,13 ], "a hollow conical device coupled to the diaphragm of a gramophone to control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,13 ], "the direction and quality of the sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,13,2 ], "a similar device attached to an electrical loudspeaker, esp| in a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,13,2 ], "address system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,13,3 ], "horn antenna| a microwave aerial, formed by flaring out the end of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,13,3 ], "waveguide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,14 ], "another name for pyramidal peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,15 ], "a stretch of land or water shaped like a horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,16 ], "taboo slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,17 ], "an erection of the penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,18 ], "a symbol of power, victory, or success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,19 ], "blow one's own horn| U|S| to boast about oneself; brag| Brit| equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,19 ], "blow one's own trumpet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,2 ], "fused hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,2 ], "the outgrowth from the nasal bone of a rhinoceros, consisting of a mass of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,20 ], "draw in one's horns| a|to suppress or control one's feelings, esp| of anger," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,20 ], "enthusiasm, or passion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,20,2 ], "to withdraw a previous statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,21 ], "equally unpalatable alternatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,21 ], "on the horns of a dilemma| in a situation involving a choice between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,3 ], "any hornlike projection or process, such as the eyestalk of a snail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,4 ], "the antler of a deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,4,1 ], "the constituent substance, mainly keratin, of horns, hoofs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,4,2 ], "horn-rimmed spectacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,5 ], "a container or device made from this substance or an artificial substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,6 ], "an object or part resembling a horn in shape, such as the points at either end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,6 ], "of a crescent, the point of an anvil, the pommel of a saddle, or a cornucopia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,7 ], "a primitive musical wind instrument made from the horn of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,8 ], "any musical instrument consisting of a pipe or tube of brass fitted with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,8 ], "mouthpiece, with or without valves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,9 ], "any wind instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,9,1 ], "a device for producing a warning or signalling noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,1,9,2 ], "a foghorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a horn or horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horn",1,2,2 ], "to gore or butt with a horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornbeam",1,1,1 ], "Asia, having smooth grey bark and hard white wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornbeam",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the betulaceous genus Carpinus, such as C| betulus of Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornbeam",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornbill",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the family Bucerotidae of tropical Africa and Asia, having a very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornbill",1,1,1 ], "large bill with a basal bony protuberance: order Coraciiformes (kingfishers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornblende",1,1,1 ], "CaNa(Mg,Fe)4(Al,Fe,Ti)3Si6O22(OH)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hornblende",1,1,1 ], "a mineral of the amphibole group consisting of the aluminium silicates of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornblende",1,1,1 ], "calcium, sodium, magnesium, and iron: varies in colour from green to black| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornbook",1,1,1 ], "a page bearing a religious text or the alphabet, held in a frame with a thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornbook",1,1,1 ], "window of flattened cattle horn over it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornbook",1,1,2 ], "any elementary primer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horned owl",1,1,1 ], "any large owl of the genus Bubo, having prominent ear tufts: family Strigidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horned poppy",1,1,1 ], "Roemeria, having large brightly coloured flowers and long curved seed capsules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horned poppy",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian papaveraceous plants of the genera Glaucium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horned pout",1,1,1 ], "Ameiuridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horned pout",1,1,1 ], "a North American catfish, Ameiurus (or Ictalurus)nebulosus, with a sharp spine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horned pout",1,1,1 ], "on the dorsal and pectoral fins and eight long barbels around the mouth: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horned toad",1,1,1 ], "any small insectivorous burrowing lizard of the genus Phrynosoma, inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horned toad",1,1,1 ], "desert regions of America, having a flattened toadlike body covered with spines:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horned toad",1,1,1 ], "family Iguanidae (iguanas)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horned viper",1,1,1 ], "a venomous snake, Cerastes cornutus, that occurs in desert regions of N Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horned viper",1,1,1 ], "and SW Asia and has a small horny spine above each eye: family Viperidae (vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horned",1,1,1 ], "having a horn, horns, or hornlike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornet",1,1,1 ], "Europe, that can inflict a severe sting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornet",1,1,1 ], "any of various large social wasps of the family Vespidae, esp| Vespa crabro of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornet",1,1,2 ], "a hornet's nest)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornet",1,1,2 ], "hornet's nest| a strongly unfavourable reaction (often in the phrase stir up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornfels",1,1,1 ], "a hard compact fine-grained metamorphic rock formed by the action of heat on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornfels",1,1,1 ], "clay rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornpipe",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete reed instrument with a mouthpiece made of horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornpipe",1,1,2 ], "an old British solo dance to a hornpipe accompaniment, traditionally performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornpipe",1,1,2 ], "by sailors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornpipe",1,1,3 ], "a piece of music for such a dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornstone",1,1,1 ], "another name for chert or hornfels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornswoggle",1,1,1 ], "to cheat or trick; bamboozle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horntail",1,1,1 ], "any of various large wasplike insects of the hymenopterous family Siricidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horntail",1,1,1 ], "of felled trees" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horntail",1,1,1 ], "the females of which have a strong stout ovipositor and lay their eggs in the wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hornwort",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic plant of the genus Ceratophyllum, forming submerged branching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hornwort",1,1,1 ], "masses in ponds and slow-flowing streams: family Ceratophyllaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horny",1,1,1 ], "hornier, horniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horny",1,1,2 ], "of, like, or hard as horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horny",1,1,3 ], "having a horn or horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horny",1,1,4 ], "aroused sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horologe",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for timepiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horologist",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in horology, esp| an expert maker of timepieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horologium",1,1,1 ], "a clocktower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horology",1,1,1 ], "the art or science of making timepieces or of measuring time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horol|",1,1,1 ], "horology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horoscope",1,1,1 ], "data for the time of birth with the data from the period under consideration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horoscope",1,1,1 ], "the prediction of a person's future based on a comparison of the zodiacal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horoscope",1,1,2 ], "particular moment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horoscope",1,1,2 ], "the configuration of the planets, the sun, and the moon in the sky at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horoscope",1,1,3 ], "a diagram showing the positions of the planets, sun, moon, etc|, at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horoscope",1,1,3 ], "particular time and place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horoscopy",1,1,1 ], "the casting and interpretation of horoscopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrendous",1,1,1 ], "another word for horrific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrible",1,1,1 ], "causing horror; dreadful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrible",1,1,2 ], "disagreeable; unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrible",1,1,3 ], "cruel or unkind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horribly",1,1,1 ], "in a horrible manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horribly",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrid",1,1,1 ], "disagreeable; unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrid",1,1,2 ], "repulsive or frightening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrid",1,1,3 ], "unkind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrific",1,1,1 ], "provoking horror; horrible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cause feelings of horror; terrify; frighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrify",1,1,2 ], "to dismay or shock greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horripilation",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for goose flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horripilation",1,1,2 ], "the erection of any short bodily hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horror",1,1,1 ], "extreme fear; terror; dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horror",1,1,2 ], "intense loathing; hatred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horror",1,1,3 ], "a thing or person causing fear, loathing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horror",1,1,4 ], "having a frightening subject, esp| a supernatural one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horror-struck",1,1,1 ], "shocked; horrified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrors",1,1,1 ], "a fit of depression or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horrors",1,2,1 ], "an expression of dismay, sometimes facetious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hors concours",1,2,1 ], "(of an artist, exhibitor, etc|) excluded from competing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hors concours",1,2,2 ], "without equal; unrivalled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hors d'oeuvre",1,1,1 ], "an additional dish served as an appetizer, usually before the main meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hors de combat",1,2,1 ], "disabled or injured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse around",1,1,1 ], "to indulge in horseplay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse bean",1,1,1 ], "another name for broad bean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse brass",1,1,1 ], "a decorative brass ornament, usually circular, originally attached to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse brass",1,1,1 ], "horse's harness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse chestnut",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees of the genus Aesculus, esp| the Eurasian A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse chestnut",1,1,1 ], "hippocastanum, having palmate leaves, erect clusters of white, pink, or red flowers, and brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse chestnut",1,1,1 ], "shiny inedible nuts enclosed in a spiky bur: family Hippocastanaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horse chestnut",1,1,2 ], "the nut of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse gentian",1,1,1 ], "any caprifoliaceous plant of the genus Triosteum, of Asia and North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse gentian",1,1,1 ], "having small purplish-brown flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse latitudes",1,1,1 ], "baffling winds, calms, and high barometric pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse latitudes",1,1,1 ], "the latitudes near 30 degrees N or 30 degrees S at sea, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse laugh",1,1,1 ], "a coarse, mocking, or raucous laugh; guffaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse mackerel",1,1,1 ], "a mackerel-like carangid fish, Trachurus trachurus, of European Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse mackerel",1,1,1 ], "saurel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horse mackerel",1,1,1 ], "waters, with a row of bony scales along the lateral line|Sometimes called (U|S|):" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse mackerel",1,1,2 ], "any of various large tunnies or related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse marine",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a mounted marine or cavalryman serving in a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse marine",1,1,2 ], "someone out of place; misfit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse mushroom",1,1,1 ], "a large edible agaricaceous field mushroom, Agaricus arvensis, with a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse mushroom",1,1,1 ], "cap and greyish gills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse nettle",1,1,1 ], "a weedy solanceous North American plant, Solanum carolinense, with yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse nettle",1,1,1 ], "prickles, white or blue flowers, and yellow berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse opera",1,1,1 ], "another term for Western ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse pistol",1,1,1 ], "a large holstered pistol formerly carried by horsemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse sense",1,1,1 ], "another term for common sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated perissodactyl mammal, Equus caballus, used for draught work and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,1 ], "riding: family Equidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,10 ], "a rod, rope, or cable, fixed at the ends, along which something may slide by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,10 ], "means of a thimble, shackle, or other fitting; traveller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,11 ], "an informal name for knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,12 ], "short for horsepower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,13 ], "drawn by a horse or horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,14 ], "be on one's high horse| Informal| to act disdainfully aloof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,15 ], "flog or beat a dead horse| Chiefly Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,15,1 ], "to harp on some long discarded subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,15,2 ], "to pursue the solution of a problem long realized to be insoluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,16 ], "hold one's horses| to hold back; restrain oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,17 ], "a horse of another or different colour| a completely different topic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,17 ], "argument, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,18 ], "the horse's mouth| the most reliable source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,19 ], "to horse!an order to mount horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,2 ], "the adult male of this species; stallion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,3 ], "wild horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,3,1 ], "a horse (Equus caballus) that has become feral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,3,1 ], "any other member of the family Equidae, such as the zebra or ass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,3,2 ], "another name for Przewalski's horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,4 ], "horsemen, esp| cavalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,5 ], "a padded apparatus on legs, used for vaulting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,6 ], "a narrow board supported by a pair of legs at each end, used as a frame for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,6 ], "sawing or as a trestle, barrier, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,7 ], "a contrivance on which a person may ride and exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,8 ], "a slang word for heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,1,9 ], "a mass of rock within a vein of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a horse or horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,2,2 ], "to put or be put on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horse",1,3,1 ], "to move (something heavy) into position by sheer physical strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseback",1,1,1,1 ], "a horse's back (esp| in the phrase on horseback)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseback",1,1,1,2 ], "Chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsebox",1,1,1 ], "a van or trailer used for carrying horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseflesh",1,1,1 ], "horses collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseflesh",1,1,2 ], "the flesh of a horse, esp| edible horse meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsefly",1,1,1 ], "any large stout-bodied dipterous fly of the family Tabanidae, the females of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsefly",1,1,1 ], "which suck the blood of mammals, esp| horses, cattle, and man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horsehair worm",1,1,1 ], "another name for hairworm ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsehair",1,1,1,1 ], "for fabric, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horsehair",1,1,1,1 ], "hair taken chiefly from the tail or mane of a horse, used in upholstery and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsehair",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsehide",1,1,1 ], "the hide of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsehide",1,1,2 ], "leather made from this hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsehide",1,1,3 ], "made of horsehide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseleech",1,1,1 ], "any of several large carnivorous freshwater leeches of the genus Haemopis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseleech",1,1,1 ], "esp| H| sanguisuga" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseleech",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for a veterinary surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseman",1,1,1 ], "a person who is skilled in riding or horsemanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseman",1,1,2 ], "a person who rides a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsemanship",1,1,1 ], "the art of riding on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsemanship",1,1,2 ], "skill in riding horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsemint",1,1,1 ], "a hairy European mint plant, Mentha longifolia, with small mauve flowers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsemint",1,1,1 ], "family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horsemint",1,1,2 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horsemint",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related plants, such as Monarda punctata of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseplay",1,1,1 ], "rough, boisterous, or rowdy play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsepower",1,1,1 ], "an fps unit of power, equal to 550 foot-pounds per second (equivalent to 745|7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsepower",1,1,1 ], "watts)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horsepower",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| standard unit of power, equal to 746 watts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsepower-hour",1,1,1 ], "an fps unit of work or energy equal to the work done by 1 horsepower in 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsepower-hour",1,1,1 ], "hour| 1 horsepower-hour is equivalent to 2|686 10'6 joules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseradish",1,1,1 ], "a coarse Eurasian cruciferous plant, Armoracia rusticana, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseradish",1,1,1 ], "thick white pungent root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseradish",1,1,2 ], "make a sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseradish",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, which is ground and combined with vinegar, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseshit",1,1,1 ], "rubbish; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe arch",1,1,1 ], "an arch formed in the shape of a horseshoe, esp| as used in Moorish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe arch",1,1,1 ], "architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe bat",1,1,1 ], "Rhinolophidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe bat",1,1,1 ], "Rhinolophus, with a fleshy growth around the nostrils, used in echo location: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe bat",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous large-eared Old World insectivorous bats, mostly of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe crab",1,1,1 ], "Asia, having a rounded heavily armoured body with a long pointed tail: class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe crab",1,1,1 ], "Merostomata" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe crab",1,1,1 ], "any marine chelicerate arthropod of the genus Limulus, of North America and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoe" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece of iron shaped like a U with the ends curving inwards that is nailed",1). c_DEF([ "horseshoe" ,1, 1, 1],"hard surfaces: commonly thought to be a token of good luck",3). c_DEF([ "horseshoe" ,1, 1, 1],"to the underside of the hoof of a horse to protect the soft part of the foot from",2). c_DEF([ "horseshoe" ,1, 1, 2],"an object of similar shape",1). c_DEF([ "horseshoe" ,1, 2, 1],"to fit with a horseshoe; shoe",1). c_DEF([ "horseshoes",1,1,1 ], "a game in which the players try to throw horseshoes so that they encircle a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horseshoes",1,1,1 ], "stake in the ground some distance away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horsetail",1,1,1 ], "any pteridophyte plant of the genus Equisetum and order Equisetales, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsetail",1,1,1 ], "jointed stems with whorls of small dark toothlike leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horsetail",1,1,2 ], "a stylized horse's tail formerly used as the emblem of a pasha, the number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsetail",1,1,2 ], "tails increasing with rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "horseweed",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for Canadian fleabane (see fleabane ,3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsewhip" ,1, 1, 1],"a whip, usually with a long thong, used for managing horses",1). c_DEF([ "horsewhip" ,1, 2, 1],"to flog with such a whip",1). c_DEF([ "horst",1,1,1 ], "a ridge of land that has been forced upwards between two faults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsy",1,1,1 ], "horsier, horsiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsy",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsy",1,1,3 ], "dealing with or devoted to horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horsy",1,1,4 ], "like a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hortatory",1,1,1 ], "tending to exhort; encouraging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "horticulture",1,1,1 ], "the art or science of cultivating gardens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hortus siccus",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for herbarium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hort|",1,1,1 ], "horticultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hort|",1,1,2 ], "horticulture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hor|",1,1,1 ], "horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hor|",1,1,2 ], "horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosanna",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of praise, esp| one to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosanna",1,2,1 ], "the act of crying hosanna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hose",1,1,1 ], "a flexible pipe, for conveying a liquid or gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hose",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by down) to wash, water, or sprinkle (a person or thing) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hose",1,2,1 ], "or as if with a hose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hose",2,1,1 ], "stockings, socks, and tights collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hose",2,1,2 ], "a man's garment covering the legs and reaching up to the waist; worn with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hose",2,1,2 ], "doublet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hose",2,1,3 ], "half-hose| socks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosier",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells stockings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosiery",1,1,1 ], "stockings, socks, and knitted underclothing collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospice",1,1,1 ], "a place of shelter for travellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitable",1,1,1 ], "welcoming to guests or strangers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitable",1,1,2 ], "fond of entertaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitable",1,1,3 ], "receptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospital corner",1,1,1 ], "a corner of a made-up bed in which the bedclothes have been neatly and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospital corner",1,1,1 ], "securely folded, esp| as in hospitals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hospital",1,1,1 ], "an institution for the medical, surgical, obstetric, or psychiatric care and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospital",1,1,1 ], "treatment of patients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hospital",1,1,2 ], "having the function of a hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospital",1,1,3 ], "a repair shop for something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospital",1,1,4 ], "a charitable home, hospice, or school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitality",1,1,1 ], "kindness in welcoming strangers or guests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitality",1,1,2 ], "receptiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitalization",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of being hospitalized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitalization",1,1,2 ], "the duration of a stay in a hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitalize",1,1,1 ], "to admit or send (a person) into a hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitaller",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a member of certain religious orders, dedicated to hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hospitaller",1,1,1 ], "work, ambulance services, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hospodar",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the governor or prince of Moldavia or Wallachia under Ottoman rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosp|",1,1,1 ], "hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",1,1,1 ], "a person who receives or entertains guests, esp| in his own home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",1,1,2 ], "the compere of a show or television programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",1,1,2,1 ], "an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",1,1,2,2 ], "an animal, esp| an embryo, into which tissue is experimentally grafted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",1,1,3 ], "the owner or manager of an inn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",1,2,1 ], "to be the host of (a party, programme, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",1,3,1 ], "to leave (a restaurant) without paying the bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",2,1,1 ], "a great number; multitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "host",2,1,2 ], "an archaic word for army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosta",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the liliaceous genus Hosta, of China and Japan: cultivated esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosta",1,1,1 ], "for their ornamental foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hostage",1,1,1 ], "a person given to or held by a person, organization, etc|, as a security or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostage",1,1,1 ], "pledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hostage",1,1,2 ], "the state of being held as a hostage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostage",1,1,3 ], "any security or pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostel school",1,1,1 ], "(in N Canada) a government boarding school for Indian and Eskimo students" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostel",1,1,1 ], "a building providing overnight accommodation, as for young travellers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostel",1,1,2 ], "a supervised lodging house for nurses, workers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostel",1,1,3 ], "another word for hostelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosteller",1,1,1 ], "a person who stays at youth hostels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hosteller",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for innkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostelling",1,1,1 ], "the practice of staying at youth hostels when travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostelry",1,1,1 ], "an inn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostess",1,1,1 ], "a woman acting as host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostess",1,1,2 ], "a woman who receives and entertains patrons of a club, restaurant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostie",1,1,1 ], "short for air hostess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostile witness",1,1,1 ], "a witness who gives evidence against the party calling him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostile",1,1,1 ], "antagonistic; opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostile",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostile",1,1,3 ], "unfriendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostility",1,1,1 ], "enmity or antagonism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostility",1,1,2 ], "an act expressing enmity or opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostility",1,1,3 ], "fighting; warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hostler",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| Brit|) for ostler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot air",1,1,1 ], "empty and usually boastful talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot cockles",1,1,1 ], "a children's game in which one blindfolded player has to guess which other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot cockles",1,1,1 ], "player has hit him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot cross bun",1,1,1 ], "a yeast bun with currants and sometimes candied peel, marked with a cross and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot cross bun",1,1,1 ], "traditionally eaten on Good Friday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot dog",1,1,1 ], "a sausage, esp| a frankfurter, usually served hot in a long roll split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot dog",1,1,1 ], "lengthways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot line",1,1,1 ], "a direct telephone, teletype, or other communications link between heads of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot line",1,1,1 ], "government, etc|, for emergency use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot metal",1,1,1,1 ], "metallic type cast into shape in the molten state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot metal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot money",1,1,1 ], "capital that is transferred from one commercial centre to another seeking the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot money",1,1,1 ], "highest interest rates or the best opportunity for short-term gain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot pants",1,1,1 ], "very brief skin-tight shorts, worn by young women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot pants",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of sexual arousal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot pepper",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of the pepper Capsicum frutescens, esp| chilli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot pepper",1,1,1 ], "pepper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot pepper",1,1,2 ], "the pungent usually small fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot potato",1,1,1 ], "a difficult situation or problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot rod",1,1,1 ], "a car with an engine that has been radically modified to produce increased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot rod",1,1,1 ], "power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot seat",1,1,1 ], "a precarious, difficult, or dangerous position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot seat",1,1,2 ], "a slang term for electric chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot spot",1,1,1 ], "an area of potential violence or political unrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot spot",1,1,2 ], "a lively nightclub or other place of entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot spot",1,1,2,1 ], "any local area of high temperature in a part of an engine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot spot",1,1,2,2 ], "gases to vaporize the fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot spot",1,1,2,2 ], "part of the inlet manifold of a paraffin engine that is heated by exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot spring",1,1,1 ], "F) or above, found in areas of volcanic activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot spring",1,1,1 ], "a natural spring of mineral water at a temperature of 21 degrees C (70 degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot stuff",1,1,1 ], "a person, object, etc|, considered important, attractive, sexually exciting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot stuff",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot stuff",1,1,2 ], "a pornographic or erotic book, play, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot up",1,1,1 ], "to make or become more exciting, active, or intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot up",1,2,1 ], "increase its power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot up",1,2,1 ], "or (esp| U|S|)hop up| to modify (a car or motorcycle engine) in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,1 ], "hotter, hottest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,10 ], "much favoured or approved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,11 ], "having a dangerously high level of radioactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,12 ], "(of goods or money) stolen, smuggled, or otherwise illegally obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,13 ], "(of people) being sought by the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,14 ], "(of a colour) intense; striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,15 ], "close or following closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,16 ], "at a dangerously high electric potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,17 ], "having an energy level higher than that of the ground state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,18 ], "impressive or good of its kind (esp| in the phrase not so hot)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,19 ], "arousing great excitement or enthusiasm by inspired improvisation, strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,19 ], "rhythms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,2 ], "having a relatively high temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,20 ], "dangerous or unpleasant (esp| in the phrase make it hot for someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,21 ], "(in various searching or guessing games) very near the answer or object to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,21 ], "found" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,22 ], "(of a process) at a sufficiently high temperature for metal to be in a soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,22 ], "workable state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,23 ], "(of a price, charge, etc|) excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,24 ], "give it hot| to punish or thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,25 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,26 ], "hot under the collar| Informal| aroused with anger, annoyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,27 ], "in hot water| Informal| in trouble, esp| with those in authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,3 ], "having a temperature higher than desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,4 ], "causing or having a sensation of bodily heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,5 ], "causing a burning sensation on the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,6 ], "expressing or feeling intense emotion, such as embarrassment, anger, or lust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,7 ], "intense or vehement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,8 ], "recent; fresh; new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,1,9 ], "(of a ball) thrown or struck hard, and so difficult to respond to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot",1,2,1 ], "in a hot manner; hotly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-air balloon",1,1,1 ], "a lighter-than-air craft in which air heated by a flame is trapped in a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-air balloon",1,1,1 ], "fabric bag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot-blooded",1,1,1 ], "passionate or excitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-blooded",1,1,2 ], "(of a horse) being of thoroughbred stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-dog",1,1,1 ], "showy manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot-dog",1,1,1 ], "to perform a series of manoeuvres in skiing, skateboarding, etc|, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-gospeller",1,1,1 ], "a revivalist preacher with a highly enthusiastic style of addressing his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-gospeller",1,1,1 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot-headed",1,1,1 ], "impetuous, rash, or hot-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-press",1,1,1 ], "a machine for applying a combination of heat and pressure to give a smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-press",1,1,1 ], "surface to paper, to express oil from it, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot-press",1,2,1 ], "surface or extract oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hot-press",1,2,1 ], "to subject (paper, cloth, etc|) to heat and pressure to give it a smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-water bottle",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle, esp| one made of rubber, designed to be filled with hot water," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hot-water bottle",1,1,1 ], "used for warming a bed or parts of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hotbed",1,1,1 ], "a glass-covered bed of soil, usually heated by fermenting material, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotbed",1,1,1 ], "propagating plants, forcing early vegetables, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hotbed",1,1,2 ], "a place offering ideal conditions for the growth of an idea, activity, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotbed",1,1,2 ], "esp| one considered bad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hotchpot",1,1,1 ], "esp| on the intestacy of a parent who has given property to his children in his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hotchpot",1,1,1 ], "lifetime" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hotchpot",1,1,1 ], "the collecting of property so that it may be redistributed in equal shares," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotchpotch",1,1,1 ], "a jumbled mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotchpotch",1,1,2 ], "a thick soup or stew made from meat and vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotel",1,1,1 ], "a commercially run establishment providing lodging and usually meals for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotel",1,1,1 ], "guests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hotel",1,1,2 ], "a public house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotelier",1,1,1 ], "an owner or manager of one or more hotels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotfoot",1,1,1 ], "with all possible speed; quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotfoot",1,2,1 ], "to move quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hothead",1,1,1 ], "an excitable or fiery person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hothouse",1,1,1,1 ], "a greenhouse in which the temperature is maintained at a fixed level above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hothouse",1,1,1,1 ], "that of the surroundings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hothouse",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hothouse",1,1,2 ], "sensitive or delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotplate",1,1,1 ], "an electrically heated plate on a cooker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotplate",1,1,2 ], "a portable device, heated electrically or by spirit lamps, etc|, on which food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotplate",1,1,2 ], "can be kept warm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hotpot",1,1,1 ], "a baked stew or casserole made with meat or fish and covered with a layer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hotpot",1,1,1 ], "potatoes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hotspur",1,1,1 ], "an impetuous or fiery person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hottie",1,1,1 ], "a hot water bottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hottish",1,1,1 ], "fairly hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hough",1,1,1 ], "another word for hock ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hough",1,2,1 ], "to hamstring (cattle, horses, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houmous",1,1,1 ], "a creamy dip originating in the Middle East, made from tahina, chickpeas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,1,1 ], "any of several breeds of dog used for hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,1,2 ], "an otterhound; a deerhound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,2 ], "the hounds| a pack of foxhounds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,3 ], "a dog, esp| one regarded as annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,4 ], "a despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,5 ], "(in hare and hounds) a runner who pursues a hare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,6 ], "an enthusiast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,1,7 ], "ride to hounds or follow the hounds| to take part in a fox hunt with hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,2,1 ], "to pursue or chase relentlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",1,2,2 ], "to urge on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",2,1,1 ], "either of a pair of horizontal bars that reinforce the running gear of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound",2,1,1 ], "horse-drawn vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hound",2,1,2 ], "either of a pair of fore-and-aft braces that serve as supports for a topmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "any boraginaceous weedy plant of the genus Cynoglossum, esp| the Eurasian C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hound's-tongue",1,1,1 ], "officinale, which has small reddish-purple flowers and spiny fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hound's-tooth check",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of broken or jagged checks, esp| one printed on or woven into cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour angle",1,1,1 ], "observer to the hour circle of a particular celestial body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hour angle",1,1,1 ], "the angular distance along the celestial equator from the meridian of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour circle",1,1,1 ], "a great circle on the celestial sphere passing through the celestial poles and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour circle",1,1,1 ], "a specified point, such as a star" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hour hand",1,1,1 ], "the pointer on a timepiece that indicates the hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,1 ], "a period of time equal to 3600 seconds; 1/24th of a calendar day| Related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,1 ], "adjs|: horal, horary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,10 ], "one's hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,10,1 ], "a time of success, fame, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,10,2 ], "one's last hour| the time of one's death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,2 ], "any of the points on the face of a timepiece that indicate intervals of 60" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,2 ], "minutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,3 ], "the hour| an exact number of complete hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,4 ], "the time of day as indicated by a watch, clock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,5 ], "the period of time allowed for or used for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,6 ], "a special moment or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,7 ], "the hour| the present time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,8 ], "the distance covered in an hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,9 ], "an angular measurement of right ascension equal to 15 degrees or a 24th part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hour",1,1,9 ], "of the celestial equator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hourglass",1,1,1 ], "a device consisting of two transparent chambers linked by a narrow channel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hourglass",1,1,1 ], "containing a quantity of sand that takes a specified time to trickle to one chamber from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hourglass",1,1,1 ], "the other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hourglass",1,1,2 ], "well-proportioned with a small waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houri",1,1,1 ], "(in Muslim belief) any of the nymphs of Paradise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houri",1,1,2 ], "any alluring woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hourlong",1,2,1 ], "lasting an hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hourly",1,1,1 ], "of, occurring, or done every hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hourly",1,1,2 ], "done in or measured by the hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hourly",1,1,3 ], "continual or frequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hourly",1,2,1 ], "every hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hourly",1,2,2 ], "at any moment or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,1 ], "a period regularly or customarily appointed for work, business, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,2 ], "irregular, or late hours)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,2 ], "one's times of rising and going to bed (esp| in the phrases keep regular," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,3 ], "the small hours| the hours just after midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,4 ], "till all hours| until very late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,5 ], "an indefinite period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,6,1 ], "divine office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,6,1 ], "the seven times of the day laid down for the recitation of the prayers of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hours",1,1,6,2 ], "the prayers recited at these times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house agent",1,1,1 ], "another name for estate agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house arrest",1,1,1 ], "confinement to one's own home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house factor",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish term for estate agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house guest",1,1,1 ], "a guest at a house, esp| one who stays for a comparatively long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house lights",1,1,1 ], "the lights in the auditorium of a theatre, cinema, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house martin",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian swallow, Delichon urbica, with a slightly forked tail and a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house martin",1,1,1 ], "and bluish-black plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house mouse",1,1,1 ], "any of various greyish mice of the Old World genus Mus, esp| M| musculus, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house mouse",1,1,1 ], "common household pest in most parts of the world: family Muridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house of God",1,1,1 ], "a church, temple, or chapel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house of cards",1,1,1 ], "an unstable situation, plan, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house of correction",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a place of confinement for persons convicted of minor offences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house of ill repute",1,1,1 ], "a euphemistic name for brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house organ",1,1,1 ], "a periodical published by an organization for its employees or clients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house party",1,1,1 ], "a party, usually in a country house, at which guests are invited to stay for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house party",1,1,1 ], "several days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house party",1,1,2 ], "the guests who are invited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house physician",1,1,1 ], "a physician who lives in a hospital or other institution where he is employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house plant",1,1,1 ], "a plant that can be grown indoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house sparrow",1,1,1 ], "America and Australia| It has a brown streaked plumage with grey underparts| Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house sparrow",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian weaverbird, Passer domesticus, now established in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house sparrow",1,1,1 ], "called (U|S|): English sparrow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,1,1 ], "a building used as a home; dwelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,10 ], "a hall in which an official deliberative or legislative body meets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,11 ], "the 12-foot target circle around the tee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,12 ], "any structure or shelter on the weather deck of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,13 ], "bring the house down| Theatre| to win great applause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,14 ], "house and home| an emphatic form of home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,15 ], "like a house on fire| Informal| very well, quickly, or intensely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,16 ], "open house| free hospitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,17 ], "put one's house in order| to settle or organize one's affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,18 ], "safe as houses| Brit| very secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,2 ], "the people present in a house, esp| its usual occupants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,2,1 ], "a building used for some specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,2,2 ], "a schoolhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,3 ], "a family line including ancestors and relatives, esp| a noble one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,3,1 ], "a commercial company; firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,4 ], "an official deliberative or legislative body, such as one chamber of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,4 ], "bicameral legislature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,5 ], "a quorum in such a body (esp| in the phrase make a house)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,6 ], "a dwelling for a religious community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,7 ], "any of the 12 divisions of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,7,1 ], "a hotel, restaurant, bar, inn, club, etc|, or the management of such an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,7,1 ], "any of several divisions, esp| residential, of a large school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,7,1 ], "establishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,8 ], "the audience in a theatre or cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,1,9 ], "an informal word for brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,2,1 ], "(ha$uz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,3,1 ], "to provide with or serve as accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,3,2 ], "to give or receive shelter or lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,4,1 ], "to contain or cover, esp| in order to protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,5,1 ], "to fit (a piece of wood) into a mortise, joint, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,6,1,1 ], "to secure or stow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,6,1,2 ], "to secure (a topmast)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house",1,6,1,3 ], "to secure and stow (an anchor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house-broken",1,1,1 ], "another word for house-trained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house-craft",1,1,1 ], "skill in domestic management" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house-proud",1,1,1 ], "excessively so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house-proud",1,1,1 ], "proud of the appearance, cleanliness, etc|, of one's house, sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house-train",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "house-train",1,1,1 ], "to train (pets) to urinate and defecate outside the house or in a special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house-warming",1,1,1,1 ], "a party given after moving into a new home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "house-warming",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseboat",1,1,1 ], "a stationary boat or barge used as a home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housebound",1,1,1 ], "unable to leave one's house because of illness, injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseboy",1,1,1 ], "a male domestic servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housebreaking",1,1,1 ], "Assimilated with burglary, 1968" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "housebreaking",1,1,1 ], "the act of entering a building as a trespasser for an unlawful purpose|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housecarl",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) a household warrior of Danish kings and noblemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housecoat",1,1,1 ], "a woman's loose robelike informal garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housefather",1,1,1 ], "a man in charge of the welfare of a particular group of children in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housefather",1,1,1 ], "institution such as a children's home or approved school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "housefly",1,1,1 ], "Muscidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "housefly",1,1,1 ], "a common dipterous fly, Musca domestica, that frequents human habitations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housefly",1,1,1 ], "spreads disease, and lays its eggs in carrion, decaying vegetables, etc|: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "household gods",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) deities of the home; lares and penates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "household gods",1,1,2 ], "the essentials of domestic life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "household name",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is very well known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "household troops",1,1,1 ], "a head of state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "household troops",1,1,1 ], "the infantry and cavalry regiments that carry out escort and guard duties for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "household",1,1,1 ], "the people living together in one house collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "household",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or used in the running of a household; domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "householder",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or rents a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housekeeper",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a woman, employed to run a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housekeeping",1,1,1 ], "the running of a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housekeeping",1,1,2 ], "money allotted for housekeeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housel",1,1,1 ], "a medieval name for ,Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to give the Eucharist to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseleek",1,1,1 ], "any Old World crassulaceous plant of the genus Sempervivum, esp| S| tectorum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseleek",1,1,1 ], "which has a rosette of succulent leaves and pinkish flowers: grows on walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "houseline",1,1,1 ], "tarred marline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housemaid",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman employed to do housework, esp| one who is resident in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housemaid",1,1,1 ], "household" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "housemaid's knee",1,1,1 ], "constant kneeling on a hard surface| Technical name: prepatellar bursitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "housemaid's knee",1,1,1 ], "inflammation and swelling of the bursa in front of the kneecap, caused esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseman",1,1,1 ], "a junior doctor who is a member of the medical staff of a hospital| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseman",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: intern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "housemaster",1,1,1 ], "a teacher, esp| in a boarding school, responsible for the pupils in his house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseroom",1,1,1 ], "room for storage or lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseroom",1,1,2 ], "give (something) houseroom| to have or keep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houseroom",1,1,3 ], "(something) in one's house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housetop",1,1,1 ], "the roof of a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housetop",1,1,2 ], "proclaim from the housetops| to announce (something) publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housewife" ,1, 1, 2],"a married woman who keeps house, usually without having a full-time job",1). c_DEF([ "housewife" ,1, 1, 4],"a small sewing kit issued to soldiers",1). c_DEF([ "housewifely",1,1,1 ], "prudent and neat; domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housework",1,1,1 ], "the work of running a home, such as cleaning, cooking, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housey-housey",1,1,1 ], "another name for bingo or lotto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing estate",1,1,1 ], "a planned area of housing, often with its own shops and other amenities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing scheme",1,1,1 ], "a local-authority housing plan| Often shortened to scheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing",1,1,1,1 ], "houses or dwellings collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing",1,1,2 ], "the act of providing with accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing",1,1,3 ], "a hole, recess, groove, or slot made in one wooden member to receive another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing",1,1,4 ], "a part designed to shelter, cover, contain, or support a component, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing",1,1,4 ], "bearing, or a mechanism, such as a pump or wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "housing",1,1,5 ], "another word for houseline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "housing",2,1,1 ], "another word for trappings ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houstonia",1,1,1 ], "any small North American rubiaceous plant of the genus Houstonia, having blue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houstonia",1,1,1 ], "white or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "houting",1,1,1 ], "a European whitefish, Coregonus oxyrhynchus, that lives in salt water but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "houting",1,1,1 ], "spawns in freshwater lakes: a valued food fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hove",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of heave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovel",1,1,1 ], "a ramshackle dwelling place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovel",1,1,2 ], "an open shed for livestock, carts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovel",1,1,3 ], "the conical building enclosing a kiln" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovel",1,2,1 ], "to shelter or be sheltered in a hovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hover fly",1,1,1 ], "any dipterous fly of the family Syrphidae, with a typically hovering flight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hover fly",1,1,1 ], "esp| Syrphus ribesii, which mimics a wasp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hover",1,1,1 ], "to remain suspended in one place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hover",1,1,2 ], "(of certain birds, esp| hawks) to remain in one place in the air by rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hover",1,1,2 ], "beating the wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hover",1,1,3 ], "to linger uncertainly in a nervous or solicitous way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hover",1,1,4 ], "to be in a state of indecision| she was hovering between the two suitors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hover",1,2,1 ], "the act of hovering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovercraft",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle that is able to travel across both land and water on a cushion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovercraft",1,1,1 ], "air| The cushion is produced by fans or a peripheral ring of nozzles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoverport",1,1,1 ], "a port for hovercraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovertrain",1,1,1 ], "a train that moves over a concrete track and is supported while in motion by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hovertrain",1,1,1 ], "cushion of air supplied by powerful fans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "how do you do" ,1, 1, 1],"a formal greeting said by people who are being introduced to each other or are",1). c_DEF([ "how do you do" ,1, 1, 1],"meeting for the first time",2). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,1 ], "in what way in what manner by what means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,10 ], "how nowor how soArchaic| what is the meaning of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,11 ], "that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,12 ], "in whatever way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,13 ], "and how!(intensifier) very much so!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,14 ], "here's how!(as a toast) good health!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,2 ], "to what extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,3 ], "how good how well what|||like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,4 ], "how aboutused to suggest something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,5 ], "how are youwhat is your state of health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,6 ], "how comeInformal| what is the reason (that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,7 ], "how's that for||" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,7,1 ], "is this satisfactory as regards!e" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,7,2 ], "an exclamation used to draw attention to a quality, deed, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,8 ], "how's that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,8,1 ], "what is your opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,8,2 ], "Cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,1,9 ], "(an appeal to the umpire) is the batsman out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",1,2,1 ], "the way a thing is done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",2,1,1 ], "a greeting supposed to be or have been used by American Indians and often used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "how",2,1,1 ], "humorously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "howbeit",1,1,1 ], "however" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howbeit",1,2,1 ], "though; although" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howdah",1,1,1 ], "a seat for riding on an elephant's back, esp| one with a canopy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howdy",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for hello" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howe'er",1,2,1 ], "a poetic contraction of however" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "however",1,1,1 ], "still; nevertheless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "however",1,2,1 ], "on the other hand; yet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "however",1,3,1 ], "by whatever means; in whatever manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "however",1,3,2 ], "no matter how" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "however",1,3,3 ], "an emphatic form of how'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howf",1,1,1 ], "a public house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howitzer",1,1,1 ], "a cannon having a short or medium barrel with a low muzzle velocity and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howitzer",1,1,1 ], "steep angle of fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "howl down",1,1,1 ], "to prevent (a speaker) from being heard by shouting disapprovingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,1,1 ], "a long plaintive cry or wail characteristic of a wolf or hound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,1,2 ], "a similar cry of pain or sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is very funny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,1,2,2 ], "a prolonged outburst of laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,1,3 ], "an unwanted prolonged high-pitched sound produced by a sound-producing system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,1,3 ], "as a result of feedback" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,2,1 ], "to express in a howl or utter such cries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,3,1 ], "(of the wind, etc|) to make a wailing noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howl",1,4,1 ], "to shout or laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howler",1,1,1 ], "any large New World monkey of the genus Alouatta, inhabiting tropical forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howler",1,1,1 ], "in South America and having a loud howling cry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "howler",1,1,2 ], "a glaring mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howler",1,1,3 ], "a device that produces a loud tone in a telephone receiver to attract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howler",1,1,3 ], "attention when the receiver is incorrectly replaced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "howler",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that howls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howlet",1,1,1 ], "another word for owl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howling" ,1, 1, 2],"a howling error",1). c_DEF([ "howsoever",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for however" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "howtowdie",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish dish of boiled chicken with poached eggs and spinach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoy",1,1,1 ], "a freight barge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoy",1,1,2 ], "17th and 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoy",1,1,2 ], "a coastal fishing and trading vessel, usually sloop-rigged, used during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoy",2,1,1 ], "a cry used to attract attention or drive animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoya",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the asclepiadaceous genus Hoya, of E Asia and Australia, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hoya",1,1,1 ], "waxplant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hoyden",1,1,1 ], "a wild boisterous girl; tomboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ho|",1,1,1 ], "house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hr|",1,1,1 ], "hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ht|",1,1,1 ], "height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hub",1,1,1 ], "passes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hub",1,1,1 ], "the central portion of a wheel, propeller, fan, etc|, through which the axle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hub",1,1,2 ], "the focal point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubble-bubble",1,1,1 ], "another name for hookah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubble-bubble",1,1,2 ], "hubbub; turmoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubble-bubble",1,1,3 ], "a bubbling or gargling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubbub",1,1,1 ], "a confused noise of many voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubbub",1,1,2 ], "uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubby",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubcap",1,1,1 ], "a metal cap fitting onto the hub of a wheel, esp| a stainless steel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubcap",1,1,1 ], "chromium-plated one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hubris",1,1,1 ], "pride or arrogance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubris",1,1,2 ], "(in Greek tragedy) an excess of ambition, pride, etc|, ultimately causing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hubris",1,1,2 ], "transgressor's ruin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "huckaback",1,1,1 ], "a coarse absorbent linen or cotton fabric used for towels and informal shirts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckaback",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "huckle",1,1,1 ], "the hip or haunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckle",1,1,2 ], "a projecting or humped part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckleberry",1,1,1 ], "any American ericaceous shrub of the genus Gaylussacia, having edible dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckleberry",1,1,1 ], "blue berries with large seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "huckleberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckleberry",1,1,3 ], "another name for blueberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckleberry",1,1,4 ], "a Brit| name for whortleberry ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hucklebone",1,1,1 ], "the anklebone; talus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hucklebone",1,1,2 ], "the hipbone; innominate bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckster",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses aggressive or questionable methods of selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckster",1,1,2 ], "a person who sells small articles or fruit in the street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckster",1,1,3 ], "a person who writes for radio or television advertisements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckster",1,2,1 ], "to peddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckster",1,3,1 ], "to sell or advertise aggressively or questionably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huckster",1,3,2 ], "to haggle over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huddle",1,1,1 ], "a heaped or crowded mass of people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huddle",1,1,2 ], "a private or impromptu conference (esp| in the phrase go into a huddle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huddle",1,2,1 ], "to crowd or cause to crowd or nestle closely together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huddle",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to draw or hunch (oneself), as through cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huddle",1,3,1 ], "to meet and confer privately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huddle",1,4,1 ], "to do (something) in a careless way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huddle",1,5,1 ], "to put on (clothes) hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hudibrastic",1,1,1 ], "mock-heroic in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hue and cry",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the pursuit of a suspected criminal with loud cries in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hue and cry",1,1,1 ], "raise the alarm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hue and cry",1,1,2 ], "any loud public outcry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hue",1,1,1 ], "blue, purple, etc|, and excludes white, black, and shades of grey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hue",1,1,1 ], "the attribute of colour that enables an observer to classify it as red, green," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hue",1,1,2 ], "a shade of a colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hue",1,1,3 ], "aspect; complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hued",1,1,1,1 ], "having a hue or colour as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hued",1,1,1,2 ], "rosy-hued dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huff",1,1,1 ], "a passing mood of anger or pique (esp| in the phrase in a huff)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huff",1,2,1 ], "to make or become angry or resentful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huff",1,3,1 ], "to blow or puff heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huff",1,3,2 ], "capture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "huff",1,3,2 ], "to remove (an opponent's draught) from the board for failure to make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huff",1,4,1 ], "to bully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hug",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to clasp (another person or thing) tightly or (of two people) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hug",1,1,1 ], "cling close together; embrace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hug",1,1,2 ], "to keep close to a shore, kerb, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hug",1,1,3 ], "to cling to (beliefs, etc|); cherish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hug",1,1,4 ], "to congratulate (oneself); be delighted with (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hug",1,2,1 ], "a tight or fond embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hug-me-tight",1,1,1 ], "a woman's knitted jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huge",1,1,1 ], "extremely large in size, amount, or scope| Archaic form: hugeous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hugely",1,1,1 ], "very much; enormously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huggermugger",1,1,1 ], "confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huggermugger",1,1,2 ], "secrecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huggermugger",1,3,1 ], "with secrecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huggermugger",1,3,2 ], "in confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huggermugger",1,5,1 ], "to keep secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huggermugger",1,6,1 ], "to act secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of derision, bewilderment, enquiry, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hula skirt",1,1,1 ], "a skirt made of long grass attached to a waistband and worn by hula dancers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hula",1,1,1 ], "a Hawaiian dance performed by a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hulk",1,1,1 ], "the body of an abandoned vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hulk",1,1,2 ], "a large or unwieldy vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hulk",1,1,3 ], "a large ungainly person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hulk",1,1,4 ], "19th-century Britain) as a prison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hulk",1,1,4 ], "the frame or hull of a ship, used as a storehouse, etc|, or (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hulk",1,2,1 ], "to move clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hulk",1,3,1 ], "to rise massively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hulking",1,1,1 ], "big and ungainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hull down",1,1,1 ], "(of a ship) having its hull concealed by the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hull down",1,1,2 ], "(of a tank) having only its turret visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hull",1,1,1 ], "the main body of a vessel, tank, flying boat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hull",1,1,2 ], "the persistent calyx at the base of a strawberry, raspberry, or similar fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hull",1,1,3 ], "the outer casing of a missile, rocket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hull",1,2,1 ], "to remove the hulls from (fruit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hull",1,3,1 ], "to pierce the hull of (a vessel, tank, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hullabaloo",1,1,1 ], "loud confused noise, esp| of protest; commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hullo",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of hello" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum tone",1,1,1 ], "a note produced by a bell when struck, lying an octave or (in many English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum tone",1,1,1 ], "bells) a sixth or seventh below the strike tone| Also (esp| Brit|): hum note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,1,1 ], "to make a low continuous vibrating sound like that of a prolonged m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,2,1 ], "(of a person) to sing with the lips closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,3,1 ], "to utter an indistinct sound, as in hesitation; hem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,4,1 ], "to be in a state of feverish activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,5,1 ], "to smell unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,6,1 ], "to borrow or scrounge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,6,2 ], "hum and haw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,7,1 ], "a low continuous murmuring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,7,2 ], "an undesired low-frequency noise in the output of an amplifier or receiver," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,7,2 ], "esp| one caused by the power supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hum",1,9,1 ], "an indistinct sound of hesitation, embarrassment, etc|; hem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human being",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of the races of Homo sapiens;person; man, woman, or child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human interest",1,1,1 ], "(in a newspaper story, news broadcasting, etc|) reference to individuals and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human interest",1,1,1 ], "their emotions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "human nature",1,1,1 ], "the qualities common to humanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human nature",1,1,2 ], "from other animal life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "human nature",1,1,2 ], "the unique elements that form a basic part of human life and distinguish it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human rights",1,1,1 ], "the rights of individuals to liberty, justice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human",1,1,1 ], "of, characterizing, or relating to man and mankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human",1,1,2 ], "consisting of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human",1,1,3 ], "having the attributes of man as opposed to animals, divine beings, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human",1,1,3 ], "machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "human",1,1,3,1 ], "kind or considerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human",1,1,3,2 ], "natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "human",1,2,1 ], "a human being; person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humane society",1,1,1 ], "an organization for promotion of humane ideals, esp| in dealing with animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humane",1,1,1 ], "characterized by kindness, mercy, sympathy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humane",1,1,2 ], "inflicting as little pain as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humane",1,1,3 ], "civilizing or liberal (esp| in the phrases humane studies, humane education)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanism",1,1,1 ], "a school of philosophy that believes in human effort and ingenuity rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanism",1,1,1 ], "religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "humanism",1,1,2 ], "a cultural movement of the Renaissance, based on classical studies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanism",1,1,3 ], "interest in the welfare of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarian",1,1,1 ], "having the interests of mankind at heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ethical or theological humanitarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarian",1,2,1 ], "a philanthropist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarian",1,2,2 ], "an adherent of humanitarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarianism",1,1,1 ], "humanitarian principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarianism",1,1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that man's duty is to strive to promote the welfare of mankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarianism",1,1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that man can achieve perfection through his own resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanitarianism",1,1,2 ], "the belief that Jesus Christ was only a mortal man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanity",1,1,1 ], "the human race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanity",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanity",1,1,3 ], "kindness or mercy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanity",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by the) the study of literature, philosophy, and the arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanity",1,1,5 ], "the study of Ancient Greek and Roman language, literature, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanize",1,1,2 ], "to make or become humane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humankind",1,1,1 ], "the human race; humanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanly",1,1,1 ], "by human powers or means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanly",1,1,2 ], "in a human or humane manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanoid",1,1,1 ], "like a human being in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanoid",1,2,1 ], "a being with human rather than anthropoid characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humanoid",1,2,2 ], "(in science fiction) a robot or creature resembling a human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humble pie",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a pie made from the heart, entrails, etc|, of a deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humble pie",1,1,2 ], "eat humble pie| to behave or be forced to behave humbly; be humiliated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humble",1,1,1 ], "conscious of one's failings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humble",1,1,2 ], "unpretentious; lowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humble",1,1,3 ], "deferential or servile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humble",1,2,1 ], "to cause to become humble; humiliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humble",1,2,2 ], "to lower in status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humblebee",1,1,1 ], "another name for the bumblebee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humbug" ,1, 1, 1],"a person or thing that tricks or deceives",1). c_DEF([ "humbug" ,1, 1, 2],"nonsense; rubbish",1). c_DEF([ "humbug" ,1, 1, 3],"a hard boiled sweet, usually flavoured with peppermint and often having a",1). c_DEF([ "humbug" ,1, 1, 3],"striped pattern",2). c_DEF([ "humbug" ,1, 2, 1],"to cheat or deceive (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "humdinger",1,1,1 ], "an excellent person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humdrum",1,1,1 ], "ordinary; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humdrum",1,2,1 ], "a monotonous routine, task, or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humectant",1,1,1 ], "producing moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humectant",1,2,1 ], "a substance added to another substance to keep it moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humeral veil",1,1,1 ], "a silk shawl worn by a priest at High Mass, etc| Often shortened to veil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humeral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the humerus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humeral",1,1,2 ], "of or near the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humerus",1,1,1 ], "the bone that extends from the shoulder to the elbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humerus",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bone in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from humus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humid",1,1,1 ], "moist; damp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humidifier",1,1,1 ], "a device for increasing or controlling the water vapour in a room, building," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humidifier",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "humidify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make (air, etc|) humid or damp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humidistat",1,1,1 ], "a device for maintaining constant humidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humidity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being humid; dampness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humidity",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the amount of moisture in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humidor",1,1,1 ], "a humid place or container for storing cigars, tobacco, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humiliate",1,1,1 ], "to lower or hurt the dignity or pride of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humility",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being humble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hummel",1,1,1 ], "(of cattle) hornless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hummel",1,1,2 ], "(of grain) awnless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humming top",1,1,1 ], "a top that hums as it spins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hummingbird moth",1,1,1 ], "another name for the hawk moth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hummingbird",1,1,1 ], "any very small American bird of the family Trochilidae, having a brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hummingbird",1,1,1 ], "flight: order Apodiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hummingbird",1,1,1 ], "iridescent plumage, long slender bill, and wings specialized for very powerful vibrating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hummock",1,1,1 ], "a hillock; knoll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hummock",1,1,2 ], "a ridge or mound of ice in an ice field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hummock",1,1,3 ], "a wooded area lying above the level of an adjacent marsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humoral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the four bodily fluids (humours)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humoresque",1,1,1 ], "a short lively piece of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humorist",1,1,1 ], "a person who acts, speaks, or writes in a humorous way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humorous",1,1,1 ], "funny; comical; amusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humorous",1,1,2 ], "displaying or creating humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humorous",1,1,3 ], "another word for capricious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being funny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,2 ], "the ability to appreciate or express that which is humorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,3 ], "situations, speech, or writings that are thought to be humorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,3,1 ], "a state of mind; temper; mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,3,2 ], "ill humour; good humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,4 ], "temperament or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,5 ], "a caprice or whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,6 ], "any of various fluids in the body, esp| the aqueous humour and vitreous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,6 ], "humour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,7 ], "any of the four bodily fluids (blood, phlegm, choler or yellow bile," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,7 ], "disposition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,7 ], "melancholy or black bile) formerly thought to determine emotional and physical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,1,8 ], "out of humour| in a bad mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,2,1 ], "to attempt to gratify; indulge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humour",1,2,2 ], "adapt oneself to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humoursome",1,1,1 ], "capricious; fanciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humoursome",1,1,2 ], "inclined to humour (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,1,1 ], "a rounded protuberance or projection, as of earth, sand, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,1,2 ], "a rounded deformity of the back in persons with kyphosis, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,1,2 ], "convex spinal curvature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,1,3 ], "a rounded protuberance on the back of a camel or related animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,1,4 ], "it gives me the hump)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,1,4 ], "the hump| Brit| informal| a fit of depression or sulking (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,1,5 ], "over the hump| past the largest or most difficult portion of work, time, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,2,1 ], "to form or become a hump; hunch; arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,3,1 ], "to carry or heave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,3,2 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,3,3 ], "hump one's swag| Austral| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hump",1,3,4 ], "(of a tramp)to carry one's belongings from place to place on one's back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpback",1,1,1 ], "another word for hunchback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpback",1,1,2 ], "a large whalebone whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, closely related and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpback",1,1,2 ], "to the rorquals but with a humped back and long flippers: family Balaenopteridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "humpback",1,1,3 ], "a Pacific salmon, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, the male of which has a humped back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpback",1,1,3 ], "and hooked jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "humpback",1,1,4 ], "a road bridge having a sharp incline and decline and usually a narrow roadway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humph",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of annoyance, indecision, dissatisfaction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpty dumpty",1,1,1 ], "a short fat person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpty dumpty",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that once overthrown or broken cannot be restored or mended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpty",1,1,1 ], "a low padded seat; pouffe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpy",1,1,1 ], "humpier, humpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpy",1,1,2 ], "full of humps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpy",1,1,3 ], "angry or gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humpy",2,1,1 ], "a primitive hut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humus",1,1,1 ], "a dark brown or black colloidal mass of partially decomposed organic matter in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "humus",1,1,1 ], "the soil| It improves the fertility and water retention of the soil and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "humus",1,1,1 ], "therefore important for plant growth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hunch",1,1,1 ], "an intuitive guess or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunch",1,1,2 ], "another word for hump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunch",1,1,3 ], "a lump or large piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunch",1,2,1 ], "to bend or draw (oneself or a part of the body) up or together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunch",1,3,1 ], "to sit in a hunched position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunchback",1,1,1 ], "a person having an abnormal convex curvature of the thoracic spine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunchback",1,1,2 ], "such a curvature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred days",1,1,1 ], "20, 1815, and his abdication on June 29, 1815" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hundred days",1,1,1 ], "the period between Napoleon Bonaparte's arrival in Paris from Elba on March" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and ten; five score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 100, C, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,3 ], "a large but unspecified number, amount, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,4 ], "the hundreds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,4,1 ], "the numbers 100 to 109" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,4,2 ], "the numbers 100 to 199" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,4,3 ], "the numbers 100 to 999" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,5 ], "the 100 years of a specified century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,6 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of 100 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,7 ], "the position containing a digit representing that number followed by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,7 ], "zeros" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,1,8 ], "an ancient division of a county in England, Ireland, and parts of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to or approximately a hundred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,2,1,2 ], "the hundred I chose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred",1,2,2 ], "amounting to 100 times a particular scientific quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundred-percenter",1,1,1 ], "an extreme or unjustified nationalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundreds and thousands",1,1,1 ], "tiny beads of brightly coloured sugar, used in decorating cakes, sweets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of 100 in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,1,1,2 ], "the hundredth in line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 100 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,2,2 ], "one of 100 equal divisions of a particular scientific quantity| Related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,2,2 ], "prefix: centi-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hundredth",1,2,3 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 100 (1/100)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredweight",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equal to 112 pounds or 50|802,35 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredweight",1,1,2 ], "a unit of weight equal to 100 pounds or 45|359,24 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hundredweight",1,1,3 ], "a metric unit of weight equal to 50 kilograms| Abbrev| (for senses 1, 2): cwt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung jury",1,1,1 ], "a jury so divided in opinion that it cannot agree on a verdict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,1,1 ], "or in the idiom I'll be hanged)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of hang (except in the sense of to execute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,2,1 ], "(of a legislative assembly) not having a party with a working majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,2,2 ], "hung over| Informal| suffering from the effects of a hangover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,2,3 ], "hung up| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,2,3,1 ], "impeded by some difficulty or delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,2,3,2 ], "in a state of confusion; emotionally disturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hung",1,2,4 ], "hung up on| Slang, chiefly U|S| obsessively or exclusively interested in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunger march",1,1,1 ], "a procession of protest or demonstration by the unemployed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunger strike",1,1,1 ], "a voluntary fast undertaken, usually by a prisoner, as a means of protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunger",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of pain, emptiness, or weakness induced by lack of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunger",1,1,2 ], "an appetite, desire, need, or craving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunger",1,2,1 ], "to have or cause to have a need or craving for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunger",1,3,1 ], "to have a great appetite or desire (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hungry",1,1,1 ], "grier, griest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hungry",1,1,2 ], "desiring food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hungry",1,1,3 ], "experiencing pain, weakness, or nausea through lack of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hungry",1,2,1 ], "having a craving, desire, or need (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hungry",1,2,2 ], "expressing or appearing to express greed, craving, or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hungry",1,2,3 ], "lacking fertility; poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunk",1,1,1 ], "a large piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunk",1,1,2 ], "a sexually attractive man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunkers",1,1,1 ], "and northern English dialect| haunches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunks",1,1,1 ], "a crotchety old person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunks",1,1,2 ], "a miserly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunky-dory",1,1,1 ], "very satisfactory; fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt down",1,1,1 ], "to pursue successfully by diligent searching and chasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt down",1,2,1 ], "(of a bell) to be rung progressively later during a set of changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt the slipper",1,1,1 ], "a children's game in which the players look for a hidden slipper or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt the slipper",1,1,1 ], "object, such as a thimble (hunt the thimble)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunt up",1,1,1 ], "to search for, esp| successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt up",1,2,1 ], "(of a bell) to be rung progressively earlier during a set of changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,1,1 ], "to seek out and kill or capture (game or wild animals) for food or sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,2,1 ], "to look (for); search (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,3,1 ], "to use (hounds, horses, etc|) in the pursuit of wild animals, game, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,4,1 ], "to search or draw (country) to hunt wild animals, game, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,5,1 ], "to track or chase diligently, esp| so as to capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,6,1 ], "to persecute; hound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,7,1 ], "(of a gauge indicator, engine speed, etc|) to oscillate about a mean value or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,7,1 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,8,1 ], "(of an aircraft, rocket, etc|) to oscillate about a flight path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,9,1 ], "the act or an instance of hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,9,2 ], "chase or search, esp| of animals or game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,9,3 ], "the area of a hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,9,4 ], "a party or institution organized for the pursuit of wild animals or game, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,9,4 ], "for sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunt",1,9,5 ], "the participants in or members of such a party or institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunted",1,1,1 ], "harassed and worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunter",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that seeks out and kills or captures game| Fem| equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunter",1,1,1 ], "huntress " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunter",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who looks diligently for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunter",1,1,2 ], "a specially bred horse used in hunting, usually characterized by strength and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunter",1,1,2 ], "stamina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunter",1,1,3 ], "a specially bred dog used to hunt game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunter",1,1,4 ], "a watch with a hinged metal lid or case (hunting case) to protect the crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunter's moon",1,1,1 ], "the full moon following the harvest moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting cat",1,1,1 ], "another name for cheetah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting ground",1,1,1 ], "the area of a hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting ground",1,1,2 ], "any place containing a supply of what is wanted or in which a search is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting ground",1,1,2 ], "conducted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunting horn",1,1,1 ], "a long straight metal tube with a flared end and a cylindrical bore, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting horn",1,1,1 ], "giving signals in hunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunting horn",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete brass instrument from which the modern French horn was developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting knife",1,1,1 ], "a knife used for flaying and cutting up game and sometimes for killing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting spider",1,1,1 ], "another name for wolf spider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting",1,1,1,1 ], "sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hunting",1,1,1,1 ], "the pursuit and killing or capture of game and wild animals, regarded as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hunting",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huntsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who hunts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huntsman",1,1,2 ], "a person who looks after and trains hounds, beagles, etc|, and manages them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huntsman",1,1,2 ], "during a hunt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "huntsman's-cup",1,1,1 ], "any of various pitcher plants of the genus Sarracenia, whose leaves are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huntsman's-cup",1,1,1 ], "modified to form tubular pitchers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "huppah",1,1,1 ], "the canopy under which a marriage is performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huppah",1,1,2 ], "the wedding ceremony as distinct from the celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of light barriers over which runners leap in certain events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,1,1,2 ], "a low barrier used in certain horse races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,1,2 ], "an obstacle to be overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,1,3 ], "a light framework of interlaced osiers, wattle, etc|, used as a temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,1,3 ], "fence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,1,4 ], "a sledge on which criminals were dragged to their executions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,2,1 ], "to jump (a hurdle, etc|), as in racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,3,1 ], "to surround with hurdles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdle",1,4,1 ], "to overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurds",1,1,1 ], "another word for hards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdy-gurdy",1,1,1 ], "any mechanical musical instrument, such as a barrel organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdy-gurdy",1,1,2 ], "a medieval instrument shaped like a viol in which a rosined wheel rotated by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurdy-gurdy",1,1,2 ], "handle sounds the strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hurl",1,1,1 ], "to throw or propel with great force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurl",1,2,1 ], "to utter with force; yell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurl",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of hurling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurley",1,1,1 ], "another word for hurling (the game)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurley",1,1,2 ], "the stick used in playing hurling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurling",1,1,1 ], "a traditional Irish game resembling hockey and lacrosse, played with sticks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurling",1,1,1 ], "and a ball between two teams of 15 players each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hurly-burly",1,1,1 ], "confusion or commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurly-burly",1,2,1 ], "turbulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurrah" ,1, 1, 1],"hooray, or hoorah",1). c_DEF([ "hurrah" ,1, 1, 2],"a cheer of joy, victory, etc",1). c_DEF([ "hurrah" ,1, 2, 1],"to shout hurrah",1). c_DEF([ "hurricane deck",1,1,1 ], "a ship's deck that is covered by a light deck as a sunshade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurricane lamp",1,1,1 ], "a paraffin lamp, with a glass covering to prevent the flame from being blown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurricane lamp",1,1,1 ], "out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hurricane",1,1,1 ], "a severe, often destructive storm, esp| a tropical cyclone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurricane",1,1,1,1 ], "a wind of force 12 or above on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurricane",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurricane",1,1,2 ], "anything acting like such a wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurried",1,1,1 ], "performed with great or excessive haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 1, 1],"to hasten (to do something); rush",1). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 2, 1],"to speed up the completion, progress, etc|, of",1). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 3, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 3, 2],"haste",1). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 3, 3],"urgency or eagerness",1). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 3, 4, 1],"easily",1). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 3, 4, 2],"willingly",1). c_DEF([ "hurry" ,1, 3, 4],"in a hurry",1). c_DEF([ "hurst",1,1,1 ], "a wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurst",1,1,2 ], "a sandbank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurt",1,1,1 ], "to cause physical, moral, or mental injury to (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurt",1,1,2 ], "to produce a painful sensation in (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurt",1,2,1 ], "to feel pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurt",1,3,1 ], "physical, moral, or mental pain or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurt",1,3,2 ], "a wound, cut, or sore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurt",1,3,3 ], "damage or injury; harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurter",1,1,1 ], "an object or part that gives protection, such as a concrete block that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurter",1,1,1 ], "protects a building from traffic or the shoulder of an axle against which the hub" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hurter",1,1,1 ], "strikes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hurtful",1,1,1 ], "causing distress or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurtle",1,1,1 ], "to project or be projected very quickly, noisily, or violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hurtle",1,2,1 ], "to collide or crash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husband",1,1,1 ], "a woman's partner in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husband",1,1,1,1 ], "a manager of an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husband",1,1,1,2 ], "a frugal person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husband",1,2,1 ], "to manage or use (resources, finances, etc|) thriftily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husband",1,2,1,1 ], "to find a husband for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husband",1,2,1,2 ], "(of a woman) to marry (a man)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husband",1,3,1 ], "to till (the soil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husbandman",1,1,1 ], "a farmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husbandry",1,1,1 ], "farming, esp| when regarded as a science, skill, or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husbandry",1,1,2 ], "management of affairs and resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush money",1,1,1 ], "kept secret" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hush money",1,1,1 ], "money given to a person, such as an accomplice, to ensure that something is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush up",1,1,1 ], "to suppress information or rumours about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",1,1,1 ], "to make or become silent; quieten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",1,1,2 ], "to soothe or be soothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",1,2,1 ], "stillness; silence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",1,2,2 ], "an act of hushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",1,3,1 ], "a plea or demand for silence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",2,1,1 ], "strata and any valuable minerals present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hush",2,1,1 ], "to run water over the ground to erode (surface soil), revealing the underlying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",2,1,2 ], "to wash (an ore) by removing particles of earth with rushing water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush",2,2,1 ], "a gush of water, esp| when artificially produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hush-hush",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of official work, documents, etc|) secret confidential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hushaby",1,1,1 ], "used in quietening a baby or child to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hushaby",1,2,1 ], "a lullaby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husk",1,1,1 ], "the external green or membranous covering of certain fruits and seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husk",1,1,2 ], "any worthless outer covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husk",1,2,1 ], "to remove the husk from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husky",1,1,1 ], "huskier, huskiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husky",1,1,2 ], "(of a voice, utterance, etc|) slightly hoarse or rasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husky",1,1,3 ], "of, like, or containing husks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husky",1,1,4 ], "big, strong, and well-built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husky",2,1,1 ], "a breed of Arctic sled dog with a thick dense coat, pricked ears, and a curled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "husky",2,1,1 ], "tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hussar",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of any of various light cavalry regiments in European armies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hussar",1,1,1,1 ], "renowned for their elegant dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hussar",1,1,1,2 ], "the Queen's own Hussars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hussar",1,1,2 ], "a Hungarian horseman of the 15th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hussy",1,1,1 ], "a shameless or promiscuous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hussy",1,1,2 ], "a folder for needles, thread, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustings",1,1,1 ], "(before 1872) the platform on which candidates were nominated for Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustings",1,1,1 ], "and from which they addressed the electors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hustings",1,1,2 ], "the proceedings at a parliamentary election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustings",1,1,3 ], "political campaigning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle up",1,1,1 ], "to prepare quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle",1,1,1 ], "to shove or crowd (someone) roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move hurriedly or furtively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle",1,2,1 ], "to deal with or cause to proceed hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle",1,3,1 ], "to earn or obtain (something) forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle",1,3,2 ], "(of procurers and prostitutes) to solicit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle",1,4,1 ], "an instance of hustling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hustle",1,4,2 ], "undue activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hut circle",1,1,1 ], "a circle of earth or stones representing the site of a prehistoric hut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hut",1,1,1 ], "a small house or shelter, usually made of wood or metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hut",1,1,2 ], "the hut| Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hut",1,1,3 ], "(on a sheep or cattle station) accommodation for the shearers, stockmen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hut",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with or live in a hut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hutch",1,1,1 ], "a cage, usually of wood and wire mesh, for small animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hutch",1,1,2 ], "a small house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hutch",1,1,3 ], "a cart for carrying ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hutch",1,1,4 ], "a trough, esp| one used for kneading dough or (in mining) for washing ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hutch",1,2,1 ], "to store or keep in or as if in a hutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hutchie",1,1,1 ], "a groundsheet draped over an upright stick, used as a temporary shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hutment",1,1,1 ], "a number or group of huts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "huzzah",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for hurrah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hwan",1,1,1 ], "another name for won ,2,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hwyl",1,1,1 ], "emotional fervour, as in the recitation of poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "any liliaceous plant of the Mediterranean genus Hyacinthus, esp| any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "cultivated variety of H| orientalis, having a thick flower stalk bearing white, blue, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "pink fragrant flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,2 ], "the flower or bulb of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,3 ], "any similar or related plant, such as the grape hyacinth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,4 ], "a red or reddish-brown transparent variety of the mineral zircon, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,4 ], "gemstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,5 ], "a flower which sprang from the blood of the dead Hyacinthus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyacinth",1,1,6 ], "a colour varying from a deep purplish-blue to a medium violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaena",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hyena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyalin",1,1,1 ], "conditions or in hyaline cartilage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyalin",1,1,1 ], "glassy translucent substance, such as occurs in certain degenerative skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaline cartilage",1,1,1 ], "a common type of cartilage with a translucent matrix containing little fibrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaline cartilage",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyaline",1,1,1 ], "clear and translucent, with no fibres or granules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaline",1,1,2 ], "transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaline",1,2,1 ], "a glassy transparent surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyalite",1,1,1 ], "a clear and colourless variety of opal in globular form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyalo-",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaloid membrane",1,1,1 ], "the delicate transparent membrane enclosing the vitreous humour of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaloid",1,1,1 ], "clear and transparent; glassy; hyaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaloplasm",1,1,1 ], "the clear nongranular constituent of cell cytoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaluronic acid",1,1,1 ], "a viscous polysaccharide with important lubricating properties, present, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaluronic acid",1,1,1 ], "example, in the synovial fluid in joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyaluronidase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid, thus decreasing the viscosity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyaluronidase",1,1,1 ], "the medium containing the acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid computer",1,1,1 ], "a computer combining some of the advantages of both analog and digital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid computer",1,1,1 ], "computers| A continuously varying analog input is converted into discrete values for fast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid computer",1,1,1 ], "digital processing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid vigour",1,1,1 ], "parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid vigour",1,1,1 ], "the increased size, strength, etc|, of a hybrid as compared to either of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant resulting from a cross between genetically unlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,1,1 ], "individuals| Hybrids between different species are usually sterile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,1,2 ], "anything of mixed ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,1,3 ], "a word, part of which is derived from one language and part from another, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,1,3 ], "as monolingual, which has a prefix of Greek origin and a root of Latin origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,2,1 ], "denoting or being a hybrid; of mixed origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,2,2 ], "(of an electromagnetic wave) having components of both electric and magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,2,2 ], "field vectors in the direction of propagation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,2,2,1 ], "(of a circuit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,2,3 ], "consisting of transistors and valves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,2,3,2 ], "(of an integrated circuit) consisting of one or more fully integrated circuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybrid",1,2,3,2 ], "and other components, attached to a ceramic substrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hybridize",1,1,1 ], "to produce or cause to produce hybrids; crossbreed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hybris",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hubris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydantoin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless crystalline compound present in beet molasses: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydantoin",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and synthetic resins| Formula: C3H4N2O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydathode",1,1,1 ], "a pore in plants, esp| on the leaves, specialized for excreting water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydatid",1,1,1 ], "a large bladder containing encysted larvae of the tapeworm Echinococcus:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydatid",1,1,1 ], "causes serious disease in man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydatid",1,1,2 ], "Echinococcus larval forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydatid",1,1,2 ], "a sterile fluid-filled cyst produced in man and animals during infestation by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydnocarpate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of hydnocarpic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydnocarpic acid",1,1,1 ], "a cyclic fatty acid occurring in the form of its glycerides in chaulmoogra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydnocarpic acid",1,1,1 ], "oil| Formula: C16H28O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydr-",1,1,1 ], "variant of hydro- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydra",1,1,1 ], "any solitary freshwater hydroid coelenterate of the genus Hydra, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydra",1,1,1 ], "body is a slender polyp with tentacles around the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydra",1,1,2 ], "a persistent trouble or evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydracid",1,1,1 ], "an acid, such as hydrochloric acid, that does not contain oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrangea",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or tree of the Asian and American genus Hydrangea, cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrangea",1,1,1 ], "their large clusters of white, pink, or blue flowers: family Hydrangeaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrant",1,1,1 ], "an outlet from a water main, usually consisting of an upright pipe with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrant",1,1,1 ], "valve attached, from which water can be tapped for fighting fires, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydranth",1,1,1 ], "a polyp in a colony of hydrozoan coelenterates that is specialized for feeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydranth",1,1,1 ], "rather than reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrargyrum",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for mercury ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrastine",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous alkaloid extracted from the roots of the goldenseal: has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrastine",1,1,1 ], "been used in medicine (in the form of one of its water-soluble salts) to contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrastine",1,1,1 ], "the uterus and arrest haemorrhage| Formula: C21H21NO6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrastinine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline water-soluble compound whose pharmacological action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrastinine",1,1,1 ], "resembles that of hydrastine| Formula: C11H13NO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrastis",1,1,1 ], "any ranunculaceous plant of the genus Hydrastis, of Japan and E North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrastis",1,1,1 ], "such as goldenseal, having showy foliage and ornamental red fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,1,1 ], "a chemical compound containing water that is chemically combined with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,1,1 ], "substance and can usually be expelled without changing the constitution of the substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,1,2 ], "a chemical compound that can dissociate reversibly into water and another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,1,2 ], "and water (H\2O)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,1,2 ], "compound| For example sulphuric acid (H\2SO\4) dissociates into sulphur trioxide (SO\3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,1,3 ], "a chemical compound, such as a carbohydrate, that contains hydrogen and oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,1,3 ], "atoms in the ratio two to one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrate",1,2,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo treatment or impregnation with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrated",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound) chemically bonded to water molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic brake",1,1,1 ], "a type of brake, used in motor vehicles, in which the braking force is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic brake",1,1,1 ], "transmitted from the brake pedal to the brakes by a compressed liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic press",1,1,1 ], "a press that utilizes liquid pressure to enable a small force applied to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic press",1,1,1 ], "small piston to produce a large force on a larger piston| The small piston moves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic press",1,1,1 ], "through a proportionately greater distance than the larger" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic ram",1,1,1 ], "the larger or working piston of a hydraulic press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic ram",1,1,2 ], "a form of water pump utilizing the kinetic energy of running water to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic ram",1,1,2 ], "static pressure to raise water to a reservoir higher than the source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic suspension",1,1,1 ], "a system of motor-vehicle suspension using hydraulic members, often with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic suspension",1,1,1 ], "hydraulic compensation between front and rear systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic",1,1,1 ], "oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic",1,1,1 ], "operated by pressure transmitted through a pipe by a liquid, such as water or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or employing liquids in motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic",1,1,3 ], "of or concerned with hydraulics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulic",1,1,4 ], "hardening under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydraulics",1,1,1 ], "another name for fluid mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrazine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless basic liquid made from sodium hypochlorite and ammonia: a strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrazine",1,1,1 ], "reducing agent, used chiefly as a rocket fuel| Formula: N2H4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrazoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless highly explosive liquid| Formula: HN3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydria",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece and Rome) a large water jar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydric",1,1,2 ], "containing or using moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydride",1,1,1 ], "any compound of hydrogen with another element, including ionic compounds such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydride",1,1,1 ], "as sodium hydride (NaH), covalent compounds such as borane (B\2H\6), and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydride",1,1,1 ], "transition metal hydrides formed when certain metals, such as palladium, absorb hydrogen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydriodic acid",1,1,1 ], "acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydriodic acid",1,1,1 ], "the colourless or pale yellow aqueous solution of hydrogen iodide: a strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydro",1,1,1 ], "a hotel or resort, often near a spa, offering facilities for hydropathic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydro",1,1,1 ], "treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydro",2,1,1 ], "short for hydroelectric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydro",2,2,1 ], "a Canadian name for electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating or denoting water, liquid, or fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating the presence of hydrogen in a chemical compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydro-",1,1,3 ], "indicating a hydroid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrobromic acid",1,1,1 ], "strong acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrobromic acid",1,1,1 ], "the colourless or faintly yellow aqueous solution of hydrogen bromide: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocarbon",1,1,1 ], "alkenes, alkynes, terpenes, and arenes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocarbon",1,1,1 ], "any organic compound containing only carbon and hydrogen, such as the alkanes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocele",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal collection of fluid in any saclike space, esp| around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocele",1,1,1 ], "testicles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocellulose",1,1,1 ], "a gelatinous material consisting of hydrated cellulose, made by treating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocellulose",1,1,1 ], "cellulose with water, acids, or alkalis: used in making paper, viscose rayon, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocellulose",1,1,1 ], "mercerized cotton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocephalus" ,1, 1, 1],"accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid within the ventricles of the brain because",1). c_DEF([ "hydrocephalus" ,1, 1, 1],"infancy it usually results in great enlargement of the head| Nontechnical name: water",3). c_DEF([ "hydrocephalus" ,1, 1, 1],"its normal outlet has been blocked by congenital malformation or disease| In",2). c_DEF([ "hydrocephalus" ,1, 1, 1],"on the brain",4). c_DEF([ "hydrochloric acid",1,1,1 ], "muriatic acid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrochloric acid",1,1,1 ], "strong acid used in many industrial and laboratory processes| Formerly called:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrochloric acid",1,1,1 ], "the colourless or slightly yellow aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrochloride",1,1,1 ], "a quaternary salt formed by the addition of hydrochloric acid to an organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrochloride",1,1,1 ], "base, such as aniline hydrochloride, C6H5NH3'Cl-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocoral",1,1,1 ], "any hydrozoan coelenterate of the order Milleporina (or Hydrocorallinae)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocoral",1,1,1 ], "which includes the millepores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocortisone",1,1,1 ], "17-hydroxycorticosterone| The synthesized form is used mainly in treating rheumatic, allergic, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocortisone",1,1,1 ], "inflammatory disorders| Formula: C21H30O5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocortisone",1,1,1 ], "the principal glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrocyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydrogen cyanide, esp| when in aqueous solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrodynamic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrodynamic",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with hydrodynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrodynamics",1,1,1 ], "liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrodynamics",1,1,2 ], "another name for hydrokinetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroelectric",1,1,1 ], "generated by the pressure of falling water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroelectric",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with the generation of electricity by water pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrofluoric acid",1,1,1 ], "attacks glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrofluoric acid",1,1,1 ], "the colourless aqueous solution of hydrogen fluoride: a strong acid that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrofoil",1,1,1 ], "a fast light vessel the hull of which is raised out of the water on one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrofoil",1,1,1 ], "more pairs of fixed vanes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrofoil",1,1,2 ], "any of these vanes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bomb",1,1,1 ], "a type of bomb in which energy is released by fusion of hydrogen nuclei to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bomb",1,1,1 ], "atom bomb, which is surrounded by a hydrogen-containing substance such as lithium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bomb",1,1,1 ], "deuteride" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bomb",1,1,1 ], "give helium nuclei| The energy required to initiate the fusion is provided by an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bond",1,1,1 ], "Hydrogen bonds are responsible for the properties of water and many biological" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bond",1,1,1 ], "a weak chemical bond between an electronegative atom, such as fluorine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bond",1,1,1 ], "molecules" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bond",1,1,1 ], "oxygen, or nitrogen, and a hydrogen atom bound to another electronegative atom|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bromide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pungent gas used in organic synthesis| Formula: HBr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen bromide",1,1,2 ], "an aqueous solution of hydrogen bromide; hydrobromic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen carbonate",1,1,1 ], "another name for bicarbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen chloride",1,1,1 ], "HCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen chloride",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pungent corrosive gas obtained by the action of sulphuric acid on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen chloride",1,1,1 ], "sodium chloride: used in making vinyl chloride and other organic chemicals| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen chloride",1,1,2 ], "an aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride; hydrochloric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen cyanide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: HCN" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen cyanide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous liquid with a faint odour of bitter almonds, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen cyanide",1,1,1 ], "acid in aqueous solution and is used for making plastics and dyes and as a war gas|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen cyanide",1,1,1 ], "made by a catalysed reaction between ammonia, oxygen, and methane| It forms prussic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen fluoride",1,1,1 ], "Formula: HF" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen fluoride",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous corrosive gas or liquid made by reaction between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen fluoride",1,1,1 ], "calcium fluoride and sulphuric acid: used as a fluorinating agent and catalyst|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen fluoride",1,1,2 ], "an aqueous solution of hydrogen fluoride; hydrofluoric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen iodide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous corrosive gas obtained by a catalysed reaction between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen iodide",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen and iodine vapour: used in making iodides| Formula: HI" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen iodide",1,1,2 ], "an aqueous solution of this gas; hydriodic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen ion",1,1,1 ], "acids, in which it is solvated by one or more water molecules; proton| Formula: H'" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen ion",1,1,1 ], "an ionized hydrogen atom, occurring in plasmas and in aqueous solutions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen ion",1,1,2 ], "an ionized hydrogen molecule; hydrogen molecular ion| Formula: H'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen peroxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily unstable liquid, usually used in aqueous solution| It is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen peroxide",1,1,1 ], "oxidizer in rocket fuels| Formula: H2O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen peroxide",1,1,1 ], "strong oxidizing agent used as a bleach for textiles, wood pulp, hair, etc|, and as an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen sulphate",1,1,1 ], "another name for bisulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen sulphide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous soluble flammable gas with an odour of rotten eggs:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen sulphide",1,1,1 ], "used as a reagent in chemical analysis| Formula: H2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen sulphite",1,1,1 ], "another name for bisulphite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen tartrate",1,1,1 ], "another name for bitartrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "a flammable colourless gas that is the lightest and most abundant element in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "density: 0|0899 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -259|14 degrees C; boiling pt|: -252|5 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "in the production of ammonia and other chemicals, in the hydrogenation of fats and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "oils, and in welding| Symbol: H; atomic no|: 1; atomic wt|: 1|007 97; valency: 1;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "the universe| It occurs mainly in water and in most organic compounds and is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogenate" ,1, 1, 1],"hydrogenize, or hydrogenise vb",1). c_DEF([ "hydrogenate" ,1, 1, 2],"to undergo or cause to undergo a reaction with hydrogen",1). c_DEF([ "hydrogenize",1,1,1 ], "variants of hydrogenate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogenolysis",1,1,1 ], "a chemical reaction in which a compound is decomposed by hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrogenous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrograph",1,1,1 ], "a body of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrograph",1,1,1 ], "a graph showing the seasonal variation in the level, velocity, or discharge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrography",1,1,1 ], "the study, surveying, and mapping of the oceans, seas, and rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrography",1,1,2 ], "the oceans, seas, and rivers as represented on a chart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroid",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Hydroida, an order of colonial hydrozoan coelenterates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroid",1,1,1 ], "that have the polyp phase dominant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroid",1,1,2 ], "(of coelenterate colonies or individuals) having or consisting of hydra-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroid",1,1,2 ], "polyps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroid",1,2,1 ], "a hydroid colony or individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrokinetic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with fluids that are in motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrokinetic",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with hydrokinetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrokinetics",1,1,1 ], "of fluids in motion, esp| of liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrokinetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the mechanical behaviour and properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrologic cycle",1,1,1 ], "another name for water cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrology",1,1,1 ], "earth and its atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the distribution, conservation, use, etc|, of the water of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrolysate",1,1,1 ], "a substance or mixture produced by hydrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrolyse",1,1,1 ], "to subject to or undergo hydrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrolysis",1,1,1 ], "a chemical reaction in which a compound reacts with water to produce other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrolysis",1,1,1 ], "compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrolyte",1,1,1 ], "a substance subjected to hydrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrolytic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, producing, or produced by hydrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydromagnetics",1,1,1 ], "another name for magnetohydrodynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydromancy",1,1,1 ], "divination by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydromechanics",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydrodynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydromedusa",1,1,1 ], "the medusa form of hydrozoan coelenterates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydromel",1,1,1 ], "another word for mead (the drink)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrometallurgy",1,1,1 ], "a technique for the recovery of a metal from an aqueous medium in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrometallurgy",1,1,1 ], "metal or the gangue is preferentially dissolved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrometeor",1,1,1 ], "any weather condition produced by water in the atmosphere, such as rain or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrometeor",1,1,1 ], "snow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the relative density of a liquid, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrometer",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a sealed graduated tube with a weighted bulb on one end, the relative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrometer",1,1,1 ], "density being indicated by the length of the unsubmerged stem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hydronaut",1,1,1 ], "a person trained to operate deep submergence vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydronium ion",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydroxonium ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydropathy",1,1,1 ], "a pseudoscientific method of treating disease by the use of large quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydropathy",1,1,1 ], "of water both internally and externally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophane",1,1,1 ], "a white partially opaque variety of opal that becomes translucent in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophilic",1,1,1 ], "tending to dissolve in, mix with, or be wetted by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophilous",1,1,1 ], "growing in or pollinated by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophobia",1,1,1 ], "another name for rabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophobia",1,1,2 ], "a fear of drinking fluids, esp| that of a person with rabies, because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophobia",1,1,2 ], "painful spasms when trying to swallow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophobic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to hydrophobia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophobic",1,1,2 ], "tending not to dissolve in, mix with, or be wetted by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophone",1,1,1 ], "an electroacoustic transducer that converts sound or ultrasonic waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophone",1,1,1 ], "travelling through water into electrical oscillations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrophyte",1,1,1 ], "a plant that grows only in water or very moist soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroplane",1,1,1 ], "a motorboat equipped with hydrofoils or with a shaped bottom that raises its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroplane",1,1,1 ], "hull out of the water at high speeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroplane",1,1,2 ], "an attachment to an aircraft to enable it to glide along the surface of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroplane",1,1,3 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for a seaplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroplane",1,1,4 ], "a horizontal vane on the hull of a submarine for controlling its vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroplane",1,1,4 ], "motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroplane",1,2,1 ], "(of a boat) to rise out of the water in the manner of a hydroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroponics",1,1,1 ], "a method of cultivating plants by growing them in gravel, etc|, through which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroponics",1,1,1 ], "water containing dissolved inorganic nutrient salts is pumped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydropower",1,1,1 ], "hydroelectric power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroquinone",1,1,1 ], "1,4-dihydroxybenzene| Formula: C6H4(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroquinone",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble phenol used as a photographic developer;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroscope",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for making observations of underwater objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroski",1,1,1 ], "a hydrofoil used on some seaplanes to provide extra lift when taking off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosol",1,1,1 ], "a sol that has water as its liquid phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosome",1,1,1 ], "the body of a colonial hydrozoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosphere",1,1,1 ], "in the atmosphere, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosphere",1,1,1 ], "the watery part of the earth's surface, including oceans, lakes, water vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostat",1,1,1 ], "a device that detects the presence of water as a prevention against drying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostat",1,1,1 ], "out, overflow, etc|, esp| one used as a warning in a steam boiler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostatic balance",1,1,1 ], "a balance for finding the weight of an object submerged in water in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostatic balance",1,1,1 ], "determine the upthrust on it and thus determine its relative density" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostatic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with fluids that are not in motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostatic",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with hydrostatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostatics",1,1,1 ], "of fluids that are not in motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrostatics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties and behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosulphate",1,1,1 ], "acid, such as aniline hydrosulphate, C6H5NH3HSO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosulphate",1,1,1 ], "any quaternary acid salt formed by addition of an organic base to sulphuric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosulphide",1,1,1 ], "any salt derived from hydrogen sulphide by replacing one of its hydrogen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosulphide",1,1,1 ], "with a metal atom| Technical name: hydrogen sulphide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosulphite",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for dithionite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrosulphurous acid",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for dithionous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrotaxis",1,1,1 ], "the directional movement of an organism or cell in response to the stimulus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrotaxis",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrotherapeutics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with hydrotherapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrotherapy",1,1,1 ], "mobilizing stiff joints or strengthening weakened muscles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of certain diseases by the external application of water, as for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrothermal",1,1,1 ], "esp| in forming rocks and minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrothermal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the action of water under conditions of high temperature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrothorax",1,1,1 ], "an accumulation of fluid in one or both pleural cavities, often resulting from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrothorax",1,1,1 ], "disease of the heart or kidneys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrotropism",1,1,1 ], "the directional growth of plants in response to the stimulus of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrous",1,1,1 ], "containing water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrous",1,1,2 ], "(of a chemical compound) combined with water molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "a base or alkali containing the ion OH'-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxide",1,1,2 ], "any compound containing an -OH group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxonium ion",1,1,1 ], "a positive ion, H3O', formed by the attachment of a proton to a water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxonium ion",1,1,1 ], "molecule: occurs in solutions of acids and behaves like a hydrogen ion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxy acid",1,1,1 ], "any acid, such as sulphuric acid, containing hydroxyl groups in its molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxy acid",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of carboxylic acids that contain both a hydroxyl group and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxy acid",1,1,2 ], "carboxyl group in their molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxy",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical compound) containing one or more hydroxyl groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxy-",1,1,1 ], "(in chemical compounds) indicating the presence of one or more hydroxyl groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxy-",1,1,1 ], "or ions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group -OH or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxyl",1,1,1 ], "ion OH'-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxylamine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: NH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxylamine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline compound that explodes when heated: a reducing agent|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxyproline",1,1,1 ], "(OH)C4H7N(COOH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydroxyproline",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid occurring in some proteins, esp| collagen| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrozoan",1,1,1 ], "any colonial or solitary coelenterate of the class Hydrozoa, which includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hydrozoan",1,1,1 ], "the hydra, Portuguese man-of-war, and the sertularians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hydrozoan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Hydrozoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyena",1,1,1 ], "Carnivora" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyena",1,1,1 ], "and Crocuta, such as C| crocuta , of Africa and S Asia: family Hyaenidae, order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyena",1,1,1 ], "any of several long-legged carnivorous doglike mammals of the genera Hyaena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyena",1,1,2 ], "(carnivores)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyetal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to rain, rainfall, or rainy regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyetograph",1,1,1 ], "a chart showing the distribution of rainfall of a particular area, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyetograph",1,1,1 ], "throughout a year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyetograph",1,1,2 ], "a self-recording rain gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyetography",1,1,1 ], "the study of the distribution and recording of rainfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygiene",1,1,1 ], "the science concerned with the maintenance of health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygiene",1,1,2 ], "clean or healthy practices or thinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygienic",1,1,1 ], "promoting health or cleanliness; sanitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygienics",1,1,1 ], "another word for hygiene ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygienist" ,1, 1, 1],"hygeist, or hygieist n",1). c_DEF([ "hygienist" ,1, 1, 2],"a person skilled in the practice of hygiene",1). c_DEF([ "hygristor",1,1,1 ], "an electronic component the resistance of which varies with humidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygrograph",1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hygrograph",1,1,1 ], "an automatic hygrometer that produces a graphic record of the humidity of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygrometer",1,1,1 ], "any of various instruments for measuring humidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygrophilous",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant) growing in moist places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygroscope",1,1,1 ], "any device that indicates the humidity of the air without necessarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygroscope",1,1,1 ], "measuring it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hygroscopic",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) tending to absorb water from the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hygrostat",1,1,1 ], "another name for humidistat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hying",1,1,1 ], "the present participle of hie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyla",1,1,1 ], "any tree frog of the genus Hyla, such as H| leucophyllata of tropical America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hylo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating matter (as distinguished from spirit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hylo-",1,1,2 ], "indicating wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hylomorphism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical doctrine that identifies matter with the first cause of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hylomorphism",1,1,1 ], "universe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hylophagous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of insects) feeding on wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hylotheism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that God is identical to matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hylozoism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical doctrine that life is one of the properties of matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymen",1,1,1 ], "a fold of mucous membrane that partly covers the entrance to the vagina and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymen",1,1,1 ], "usually ruptured when sexual intercourse takes place for the first time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hymeneal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymeneal",1,2,1 ], "a wedding song or poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymenium",1,1,1 ], "(in basidiomycetous and ascomycetous fungi) a layer of cells some of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymenium",1,1,1 ], "produce the spores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hymenopteran",1,1,1 ], "any hymenopterous insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymenopterous",1,1,1 ], "including bees, wasps, ants, and sawflies, having two pairs of membranous wings and an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hymenopterous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Hymenoptera, an order of insects," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymenopterous",1,1,1 ], "ovipositor specialized for stinging, sawing, or piercing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hymn book",1,1,1 ], "a book containing the words and music of hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymn",1,1,1 ], "a Christian song of praise sung to God or a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymn",1,1,2 ], "a similar song praising other gods, a nation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymn",1,2,1 ], "to express (praises, thanks, etc|) by singing hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymnal",1,1,1 ], "a book of hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymnal",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymnist" ,1, 1, 1],"hymnodist , or hymnographer",1). c_DEF([ "hymnist" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who composes hymns",1). c_DEF([ "hymnody",1,1,1 ], "the composition or singing of hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymnody",1,1,2 ], "hymns collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymnology",1,1,1 ], "the study of hymn composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hymnology",1,1,2 ], "another word for hymnody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyoid" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to the hyoid bone",1). c_DEF([ "hyoid" ,1, 2, 2],"the horseshoe-shaped bone that lies at the base of the tongue and above the",1). c_DEF([ "hyoid" ,1, 2, 2],"thyroid cartilage",2). c_DEF([ "hyoid" ,1, 2, 3],"a corresponding bone or group of bones in other vertebrates",1). c_DEF([ "hyoscine",1,1,1 ], "another name for scopolamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyoscyamine",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous alkaloid occurring in henbane and related plants: an optically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyoscyamine",1,1,1 ], "active isomer of atropine, used in medicine in a similar way| Formula: C17H23NO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyoscyamus",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the solanaceous genus Hyoscyamus, of Europe, Asia, and N Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyoscyamus",1,1,1 ], "including henbane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyp-",1,1,1 ], "a variant of hypo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypabyssal",1,1,1 ], "(of igneous rocks) derived from magma that has solidified close to the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypabyssal",1,1,1 ], "of the earth in the form of dykes, sills, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "a reduced sensibility to touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypaethral",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a classical temple) having no roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypallage",1,1,1 ], "a figure of speech in which the natural relations of two words in a statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypallage",1,1,1 ], "are interchanged, as in the fire spread the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypanthium",1,1,1 ], "the cup-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hype",1,1,1 ], "a hypodermic needle or injection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hype",1,1,2 ], "a drug addict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hype",1,2,1 ], "to inject oneself with a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hype",2,1,1 ], "a deception, racket, or publicity stunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hype",2,1,2 ], "a person who gives short change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hype",2,2,1 ], "to short-change (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyped up",1,1,1 ], "stimulated or excited by or as if by the effect of a stimulating drug| &855" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyper-",1,1,1 ], "above, over, or in excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyper-",1,1,2 ], "(in medicine) denoting an abnormal excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyper-",1,1,3 ], "element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyper-",1,1,3 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains a greater than usual amount of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperacidity",1,1,1 ], "burning sensation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperacidity",1,1,1 ], "excess acidity of the gastrointestinal tract, esp| the stomach, producing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperactive",1,1,1 ], "abnormally active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperaemia",1,1,1 ], "an excessive amount of blood in an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "heat, pain, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "increased sensitivity of any of the sense organs, esp| of the skin to cold," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbaric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or operating at pressures higher than normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbaton",1,1,1 ], "a figure of speech in which the normal order of words is reversed, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbaton",1,1,1 ], "cheese I love" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbola" ,1, 1, 1],"Standard equation",1). c_DEF([ "hyperbole",1,1,1 ], "a deliberate exaggeration used for effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolic function",1,1,1 ], "(hyperbolic cotangent)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolic function",1,1,1 ], "(hyperbolic tangent), sech (hyperbolic secant), cosech (hyperbolic cosecant), and coth" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolic function",1,1,1 ], "The group includes sinh (hyperbolic sine), cosh (hyperbolic cosine), tanh" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolic function",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of functions of an angle expressed as a relationship between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolic function",1,1,1 ], "the distances of a point on a hyperbola to the origin and to the coordinate axes|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a hyperbola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a hyperbole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperbolize",1,1,1 ], "to express (something) by means of hyperbole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperboloid" ,1, 1, 1],"a geometric surface consisting of one sheet, or of two sheets separated by a",1). c_DEF([ "hyperboloid" ,1, 1, 1],"finite distance, whose sections parallel to the three coordinate planes are hyperbolas",2). c_DEF([ "hyperboloid" ,1, 1, 1],"or ellipses| Equations",3). c_DEF([ "hypercatalectic",1,1,1 ], "(of a line of verse) having extra syllables after the last foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypercorrect",1,1,1 ], "excessively correct or fastidious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypercorrect",1,1,2 ], "resulting from or characterized by hypercorrection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypercorrection",1,1,1 ], "a mistaken correction made through a desire to avoid nonstandard pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypercorrection",1,1,1 ], "or grammar: Between you and Iis a frequent hypercorrection for Between you and me" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypercritical",1,1,1 ], "excessively or severely critical; carping; captious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperdulia",1,1,1 ], "special veneration accorded to the Virgin Mary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperemia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of hyperaemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of hyperaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypereutectic",1,1,1 ], "(of a mixture or alloy with two components) containing more of the minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypereutectic",1,1,1 ], "component than a eutectic mixture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperextension",1,1,1 ], "extension of an arm or leg beyond its normal limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperfine structure",1,1,1 ], "closely spaced components as a result of interaction of the electrons with the magnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperfine structure",1,1,1 ], "moments of the nuclei or with external fields" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyperfine structure",1,1,1 ], "the splitting of a spectral line of an atom or molecule into two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperfocal distance",1,1,1 ], "sharp and clearly defined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperfocal distance",1,1,1 ], "the distance from a camera lens to the point beyond which all objects appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperglycaemia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally large amount of sugar in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypergolic",1,1,1 ], "(of a rocket fuel) able to ignite spontaneously on contact with an oxidizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypericum",1,1,1 ], "Hypericaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypericum",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous plant or shrub of the temperate genus Hypericum: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperinsulinism",1,1,1 ], "an excessive amount of insulin in the blood, producing hypoglycaemia, caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperinsulinism",1,1,1 ], "by oversecretion of insulin by the pancreas or overdosage of insulin in treating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperinsulinism",1,1,1 ], "diabetes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyperkeratosis",1,1,1 ], "overgrowth and thickening of the outer layer of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperkinesia",1,1,1 ], "excessive movement, as in a muscle spasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypermarket",1,1,1 ], "a huge self-service store, usually built on the outskirts of a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypermeter",1,1,1 ], "a verse line containing one or more additional syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypermetropia",1,1,1 ], "variants of hyperopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypermnesia",1,1,1 ], "an unusually good ability to remember, found in some mental disorders and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypermnesia",1,1,1 ], "hypnosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperon",1,1,1 ], "any baryon that is not a nucleon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperopia",1,1,1 ], "are focused behind the retina; long-sightedness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperopia",1,1,1 ], "inability to see near objects clearly because the images received by the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperostosis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal proliferation of bony tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperostosis",1,1,2 ], "a bony growth arising from the root of a tooth or from the surface of a bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperphysical",1,1,1 ], "beyond the physical; supernatural or immaterial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperpituitarism",1,1,1 ], "gigantism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperpituitarism",1,1,1 ], "overactivity of the pituitary gland, sometimes resulting in acromegaly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperplane",1,1,1 ], "a higher dimensional analogue of a plane in three dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperplasia",1,1,1 ], "enlargement of a bodily organ or part resulting from an increase in the total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperplasia",1,1,1 ], "number of cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperploid",1,1,1 ], "having or relating to a chromosome number that slightly exceeds an exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperploid",1,1,1 ], "multiple of the haploid number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperpnoea",1,1,1 ], "an increase in the breathing rate or in the depth of breathing, as after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperpnoea",1,1,1 ], "strenuous exercise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperpyrexia",1,1,1 ], "above" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperpyrexia",1,1,1 ], "an extremely high fever, with a temperature of 41 degrees C (106 degrees F) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypersensitive",1,1,1 ], "having unduly vulnerable feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypersensitive",1,1,2 ], "abnormally sensitive to an allergen, a drug, or other agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypersensitize",1,1,1 ], "before exposure, to increase its speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypersensitize",1,1,1 ], "to treat (a photographic emulsion), usually after manufacture and shortly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypersonic",1,1,1 ], "concerned with or having a velocity of at least five times that of sound in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypersonic",1,1,1 ], "the same medium under the same conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperspace",1,1,1 ], "four-dimensional environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperspace",1,1,1 ], "space having more than three dimensions: often used to describe a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypersthene",1,1,1 ], "a green, brown, or black pyroxene mineral consisting of magnesium iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypersthene",1,1,1 ], "silicate in orthorhombic crystalline form| Formula: (Mg,Fe)2Si2O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypertension",1,1,1 ], "abnormally high blood pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperthermia",1,1,1 ], "variants of hyperpyrexia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperthyroidism",1,1,1 ], "insomnia, sweating, palpitation, and sensitivity to heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyperthyroidism",1,1,1 ], "overproduction of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland, causing nervousness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypertonic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of muscle) being in a state of abnormally high tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypertonic",1,1,2 ], "(of a solution) having a higher osmotic pressure than that of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypertonic",1,1,2 ], "solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypertrophy" ,1, 1, 1],"cells",2). c_DEF([ "hypertrophy" ,1, 1, 1],"enlargement of an organ or part resulting from an increase in the size of the",1). c_DEF([ "hypertrophy" ,1, 2, 1],"to undergo or cause to undergo this condition",1). c_DEF([ "hyperventilation",1,1,1 ], "an increase in the depth, duration, and rate of breathing, sometimes resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyperventilation",1,1,1 ], "in cramp and dizziness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypervitaminosis",1,1,1 ], "the condition resulting from the chronic excessive intake of vitamins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of hypaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypethral",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of hypaethral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypha",1,1,1 ], "any of the filaments that constitute the body (mycelium) of a fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyphen",1,1,1 ], "consecutive lines of writing or printing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyphen",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark (-), used to separate the parts of some compound words," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyphen",1,1,1 ], "to link the words of a phrase, and between syllables of a word split between two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyphen",1,2,1 ], "another word for hyphenate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyphenate",1,1,1 ], "to separate (syllables, words, etc|) with a hyphen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyphenated",1,1,1 ], "containing or linked with a hyphen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyphenated",1,1,2 ], "having a nationality denoted by a hyphenated word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnagogic image",1,1,1 ], "an image experienced by a person just before falling asleep, which often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnagogic image",1,1,1 ], "resembles a hallucination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypnagogic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the state just before one is fully asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypno-",1,1,1 ], "indicating sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypno-",1,1,2 ], "relating to hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnoanalysis",1,1,1 ], "psychoanalysis conducted on a hypnotized person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the induction of sleep or hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnoid",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a state resembling sleep or hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnology",1,1,1 ], "the study of sleep and hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnopaedia",1,1,1 ], "the learning of lessons heard during sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnopompic",1,1,1 ], "relating to the state existing between sleep and full waking, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnopompic",1,1,1 ], "the persistence of dreamlike imagery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypnosis",1,1,1 ], "an artificially induced state of semiconsciousness characterized by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnosis",1,1,1 ], "increased suggestibility to the words of the hypnotist: used clinically to reveal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypnosis",1,1,1 ], "unconscious memories, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the use of hypnosis in the treatment of physical or mental disorders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or producing hypnosis or sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotic",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) susceptible to hypnotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotic",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that induces sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotic",1,2,2 ], "a person susceptible to hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotism",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study and practice of hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotism",1,1,2 ], "the process of inducing hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotist",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the theory and practice of hypnosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotize",1,1,1 ], "to induce hypnosis in (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypnotize",1,1,2 ], "to charm or beguile; fascinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo",1,1,1 ], "another name for sodium thiosulphate, esp| when used as a fixer in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo",1,1,1 ], "photographic developing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypo",2,1,1 ], "short for hypodermic syringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo-",1,1,1 ], "under, beneath, or below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo-",1,1,2 ], "lower; at a lower point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo-",1,1,3 ], "less than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo-",1,1,4 ], "(in medicine) denoting a deficiency or an abnormally low level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo-",1,1,5 ], "incomplete or partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo-",1,1,6 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains an element in a lower oxidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypo-",1,1,6 ], "state than usual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypoacidity",1,1,1 ], "abnormally low acidity, as of the contents of the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoblast",1,1,1 ], "endoderm at gastrulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypoblast",1,1,1 ], "the inner layer of an embryo at an early stage of development that becomes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoblast",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for endoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocaust",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman heating system in which hot air circulated under the floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocaust",1,1,1 ], "and between double walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypocentre",1,1,1 ], "bomb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypocentre",1,1,1 ], "the point on the ground immediately below the centre of explosion of a nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypochlorite",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of hypochlorous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypochlorous acid",1,1,1 ], "HOCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hypochlorous acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable acid known only in solution and in the form of its salts, formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypochlorous acid",1,1,1 ], "when chlorine dissolves in water: a strong oxidizing and bleaching agent| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypochondria",1,1,1 ], "absence of any evidence of disease on medical examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypochondria",1,1,1 ], "chronic abnormal anxiety concerning the state of one's health, even in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypochondriac" ,1, 1, 1],"a person suffering from hypochondria",1). c_DEF([ "hypochondriac" ,1, 2, 1],"relating to or suffering from hypochondria",1). c_DEF([ "hypochondriac" ,1, 2, 2],"of or relating to the hypochondrium",1). c_DEF([ "hypochondrium",1,1,1 ], "the upper region of the abdomen on each side of the epigastrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocorism",1,1,1 ], "a pet name, esp| one using a diminutive affix: Sallyis a hypocorism for Sarah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocorism",1,1,2 ], "another word for euphemism ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocotyl",1,1,1 ], "the part of an embryo plant between the cotyledons and the radicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocrisy",1,1,1 ], "character or actual behaviour, esp| the pretence of virtue and piety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypocrisy",1,1,1 ], "the practice of professing standards, beliefs, etc|, contrary to one's real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocrisy",1,1,2 ], "an act or instance of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocrite",1,1,1 ], "a person who pretends to be what he is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocycloid",1,1,1 ], "a curve described by a point on the circumference of a circle as the circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypocycloid",1,1,1 ], "rolls around the inside of a fixed coplanar circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypoderm",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of hypodermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermic syringe",1,1,1 ], "a type of syringe consisting of a hollow cylinder, usually of glass or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermic syringe",1,1,1 ], "plastic, a tightly fitting piston, and a hollow needle (hypodermic needle), used for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermic syringe",1,1,1 ], "withdrawing blood samples, injecting medicine, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the region of the skin beneath the epidermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermic",1,1,2 ], "injected beneath the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermic",1,2,1 ], "a hypodermic syringe or needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermic",1,2,2 ], "a hypodermic injection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermis",1,1,1 ], "a layer of thick-walled supportive or water-storing cells beneath the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermis",1,1,1 ], "epidermis in some plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermis",1,1,2 ], "a cuticle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypodermis",1,1,2 ], "the epidermis of arthropods, annelids, etc|, which secretes and is covered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoeutectic",1,1,1 ], "(of a mixture or alloy with two components) containing less of the minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoeutectic",1,1,1 ], "component than a eutectic mixture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypogastrium",1,1,1 ], "the lower front central region of the abdomen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogeal",1,1,1 ], "occurring or living below the surface of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogeal",1,1,2 ], "ground, because of the growth of the epicotyl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypogeal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to seed germination in which the cotyledons remain below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogene",1,1,1 ], "formed, taking place, or originating beneath the surface of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogenous",1,1,1 ], "produced or growing on the undersurface, esp| (of fern spores) growing on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogenous",1,1,1 ], "undersurface of the leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypogeous",1,1,1 ], "another word for hypogeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogeum",1,1,1 ], "an underground vault, esp| one used for burials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoglossal nerve",1,1,1 ], "the twelfth cranial nerve, which supplies the muscles of the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoglossal",1,1,1 ], "situated beneath the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoglossal",1,2,1 ], "short for hypoglossal nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoglycaemia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally small amount of sugar in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypognathous",1,1,1 ], "having a lower jaw that protrudes beyond the upper jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypognathous",1,1,2 ], "(of insects) having downturned mouthparts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogynous",1,1,1 ], "(of a flower) having the gynoecium situated above the other floral parts, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypogynous",1,1,1 ], "in the buttercup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypogynous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the parts of a flower arranged in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoid gear",1,1,1 ], "a gear having a tooth form generated by a hypocycloidal curve; used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoid gear",1,1,1 ], "extensively in motor vehicle transmissions to withstand a high surface loading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypolimnion",1,1,1 ], "the lower and colder layer of water in a lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypomania",1,1,1 ], "a mild form of mania, characterized by excitability and overactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyponasty",1,1,1 ], "bending of the part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyponasty",1,1,1 ], "increased growth of the upper surface of a plant part, resulting in an upward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyponitrite",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of hyponitrous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyponitrous acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: H2N2O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyponitrous acid",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble unstable crystalline acid: an oxidizing and reducing agent|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypophosphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of hypophosphoric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypophosphite",1,1,1 ], "any salt of hypophosphorous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypophosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline odourless deliquescent solid: a tetrabasic acid produced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypophosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "slow oxidation of phosphorus in moist air| Formula: H4P2O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypophosphorous acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellowish oily liquid or white deliquescent solid: a monobasic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypophosphorous acid",1,1,1 ], "acid and a reducing agent| Formula: H3PO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypophyge",1,1,1 ], "another name for apophyge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypophysis",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for pituitary gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypopituitarism",1,1,1 ], "underactivity of the pituitary gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoplasia",1,1,1 ], "incomplete development of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoploid",1,1,1 ], "having or designating a chromosome number that is slightly less than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoploid",1,1,1 ], "multiple of the haploid number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypopnoea",1,1,1 ], "abnormally shallow breathing, usually accompanied by a decrease in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypopnoea",1,1,1 ], "breathing rate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyposensitize",1,1,1 ], "to desensitize render less sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostasis",1,1,1 ], "the essential nature of anything as opposed to its attributes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostasis",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the three persons of the Godhead, together constituting the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostasis",1,1,1,2 ], "the one person of Christ in which the divine and human natures are united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostasis",1,1,2 ], "circulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypostasis",1,1,2 ], "the accumulation of blood in an organ or part as the result of poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostasis",1,1,3 ], "another name for epistasis ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostasize",1,1,1 ], "another word for hypostatize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostatize",1,1,1 ], "to regard or treat as real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostatize",1,1,2 ], "to embody or personify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyposthenia",1,1,1 ], "a weakened condition; lack of strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostyle",1,1,1 ], "having a roof supported by columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypostyle",1,2,1 ], "a building constructed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyposulphite",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to hypo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyposulphite",1,1,1 ], "another name for sodium thiosulphate, esp| when used as a photographic fixer|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyposulphite",1,1,2 ], "another name for dithionite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyposulphurous acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for dithionous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypotaxis",1,1,1 ], "the subordination of one clause to another by a conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypotension",1,1,1 ], "abnormally low blood pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypotenuse",1,1,1 ], "the side in a right-angled triangle that is opposite the right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothalamus",1,1,1 ], "a neural control centre at the base of the brain, concerned with hunger," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothalamus",1,1,1 ], "thirst, satiety, and other autonomic functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypothec",1,1,1 ], "law| a charge on property in favour of a creditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothecate",1,1,1 ], "to pledge (personal property or a ship) as security for a debt without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothecate",1,1,1 ], "transferring possession or title" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypothermal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by hypothermia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothermal",1,1,2 ], "(of rocks and minerals) formed at great depth under conditions of high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothermal",1,1,2 ], "temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypothermia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally low body temperature, as induced in the elderly by exposure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothermia",1,1,1 ], "cold weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypothermia",1,1,2 ], "reduce the patient's metabolic rate: performed esp| in heart and brain surgery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypothermia",1,1,2 ], "the intentional reduction of normal body temperature, as by ice packs, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "a basis for further verification (working hypothesis) or accepted as likely to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "a suggested explanation for a group of facts or phenomena, either accepted as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "true" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hypothesis",1,1,2 ], "an assumption used in an argument; a supposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothesis",1,1,3 ], "an unproved theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothesize",1,1,1 ], "to form or assume as a hypothesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothetical imperative",1,1,1 ], "(in the ethical system of Kant) a principle of conduct governed by necessity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothetical imperative",1,1,1 ], "rather than morality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypothetical",1,1,1 ], "having the nature of a hypothesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothetical",1,1,2 ], "assumed or thought to exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothetical",1,1,3 ], "another word for conditional ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothetical",1,1,4 ], "existing only as an idea or concept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothyroidism",1,1,1 ], "insufficient production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypothyroidism",1,1,2 ], "any disorder, such as cretinism or myxoedema, resulting from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoth|",1,1,1 ], "hypothesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoth|",1,1,2 ], "hypothetical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypotonic",1,1,1 ], "(of muscles) lacking normal tone or tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypotonic",1,1,2 ], "(of a solution) having a lower osmotic pressure than that of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypotonic",1,1,2 ], "solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypoxanthine",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless crystalline compound that is a breakdown product of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypoxanthine",1,1,1 ], "nucleoproteins| Formula: C5H4N4O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypoxia",1,1,1 ], "deficiency in the amount of oxygen delivered to the body tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypso-",1,1,1 ], "indicating height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypsography",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study and mapping of the earth's topography above sea level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypsography",1,1,2 ], "topography or relief, or a map showing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypsography",1,1,3 ], "another name for hypsometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypsometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring altitudes by determining the boiling point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypsometer",1,1,1 ], "water at a given altitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hypsometer",1,1,2 ], "any instrument used to calculate the heights of trees by triangulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hypsometry",1,1,1 ], "(in mapping) the establishment of height above sea level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyp|",1,1,1 ], "hypotenuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyp|",1,1,2 ], "hypothesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyp|",1,1,3 ], "hypothetical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyracoid",1,1,1 ], "contains the hyraxes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyracoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the mammalian order Hyracoidea, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyracoid",1,2,1 ], "a hyrax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyrax",1,1,1 ], "any agile herbivorous mammal of the family Procaviidae and order Hyracoidea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyrax",1,1,1 ], "feet with hooflike toes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyrax",1,1,1 ], "of Africa and SW Asia, such as Procavia capensis They resemble rodents but have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyson",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese green tea, the early crop of which is known as young hyson and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyson",1,1,1 ], "inferior leaves as hyson skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyssop",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated Asian plant, Hyssopus officinalis, with spikes of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyssop",1,1,1 ], "blue flowers and aromatic leaves, used as a condiment and in perfumery and folk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hyssop",1,1,1 ], "medicine: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hyssop",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar or related plants such as the hedge hyssop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hyssop",1,1,3 ], "a Biblical plant, used for sprinkling in the ritual practices of the Hebrews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterectomize",1,1,1 ], "to perform a hysterectomy on (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteresis loop",1,1,1 ], "a closed curve showing the variation of the magnetic induction of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteresis loop",1,1,1 ], "changed through a complete cycle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hysteresis loop",1,1,1 ], "ferromagnetic material with the external magnetic field producing it, when this field is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hysteresis",1,1,1 ], "of a ferromagnetic material lags behind the changing external field" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "hysteresis",1,1,1 ], "producing it as this effect varies, esp| the phenomenon in which the magnetic induction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hysteresis",1,1,1 ], "the lag in a variable property of a system with respect to the effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteria",1,1,1 ], "a mental disorder characterized by emotional outbursts, susceptibility to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteria",1,1,1 ], "autosuggestion, and, often, physical symptoms such as paralysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hysteria",1,1,2 ], "any frenzied emotional state, esp| of laughter or crying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteric",1,1,1 ], "a hysterical person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteric",1,2,1 ], "hysterical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterical",1,1,1 ], "of or suggesting hysteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterical",1,1,2 ], "suffering from hysteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterical",1,1,3 ], "wildly funny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterics",1,1,1 ], "an attack of hysteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterics",1,1,2 ], "wild uncontrollable bursts of laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hystero-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hystero-",1,1,2 ], "hysteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysterogenic",1,1,1 ], "inducing hysteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteroid",1,1,1 ], "resembling hysteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteron proteron",1,1,1 ], "a fallacious argument in which the proposition to be proved is assumed as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteron proteron",1,1,1 ], "premiss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hysteron proteron",1,1,2 ], "a figure of speech in which the normal order of two sentences, clauses, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hysteron proteron",1,1,2 ], "is reversed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hysterotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hystricomorph",1,1,1 ], "agoutis, and chinchillas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "hystricomorph",1,1,1 ], "any rodent of the suborder Hystricomorpha, which includes porcupines, cavies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "hystricomorph",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Hystricomorpha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h| and c|",1,1,1 ], "hot and cold (water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,1 ], "harbour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,2 ], "hard(ness)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,3 ], "height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,4 ], "high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,5 ], "horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,6 ], "hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,7 ], "hundred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|",1,1,8 ], "husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|a|",1,1,1 ], "hoc anno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "h|s|",1,1,1 ], "hoc sensu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 2],"the ninth letter and third vowel of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 3],"any of several speech sounds represented by this letter, in English as in bite",1). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 3],"or hit",2). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 4],"a",1). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"(in combination)",1). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 5],"something shaped like an I",1). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 6],"dot one's i's and cross one's t's",1). c_DEF([ "i" ,1, 1, 7],"to pay meticulous attention to detail",1). c_DEF([ "i",1,1,1 ], "the imaginary number sqrt -1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i-",1,1,1 ], "variant of y-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i-type semiconductor",1,1,1 ], "another name for intrinsic semiconductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i/c",1,1,1 ], "in charge (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iamb",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot consisting of two syllables, a short one followed by a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iamb",1,1,1 ], "one ()" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iamb",1,1,2 ], "a line of verse of such feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iambic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, consisting of, or using an iamb or iambs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iambic",1,1,2 ], "(in Greek literature) denoting a type of satirical verse written in iambs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iambic",1,2,1 ], "a metrical foot, line, or stanza of verse consisting of iambs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iambic",1,2,2 ], "a type of ancient Greek satirical verse written in iambs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iatric",1,1,1 ], "relating to medicine or physicians; medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iatrogenic",1,1,1 ], "(of an illness or symptoms) induced in a patient as the result of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iatrogenic",1,1,1 ], "physician's words or action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ibex",1,1,1 ], "any of three wild goats, Capra ibex, C| caucasica, or C| pyrenaica, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ibex",1,1,1 ], "mountainous regions of Europe, Asia, and North Africa, having large backward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ibis" ,1, 1, 1],"Threskiornis aethiopica (sacred ibis), that occur in warm regions and have a long thin",2). c_DEF([ "ibis" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various wading birds of the family Threskiornithidae, such as",1). c_DEF([ "ibis" ,1, 1, 1],"down-curved bill: order Ciconiiformes (herons, storks, etc|)",3). c_DEF([ "ibn-Batuta",1,1,1 ], "(1325-54) in Africa and Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ibn-Batuta",1,1,1 ], "1304-68, Arab traveller, who wrote the Rihlah, an account of his travels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ibn-Rushd",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic name of Averroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ibn-Saud",1,1,1 ], "1880-1953, king of Saudi Arabia (1932-53)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ibn-Sina",1,1,1 ], "the Arabic name of Avicenna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice age",1,1,1 ], "another name for glacial period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice axe",1,1,1 ], "a light axe used by mountaineers for cutting footholds in ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice bag",1,1,1 ], "a waterproof bag used as an ice pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice bag",1,1,2 ], "a strong bag, usually made of canvas and equipped with two handles, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice bag",1,1,2 ], "carrying blocks of ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice cream",1,1,1 ], "a kind of sweetened frozen liquid, properly made from cream and egg yolks but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice cream",1,1,1 ], "often made from milk or a custard base, flavoured in various ways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice field",1,1,1 ], "a very large flat expanse of ice floating in the sea; large ice floe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice field",1,1,2 ], "a large mass of ice permanently covering an extensive area of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice fish",1,1,1 ], "any percoid fish of the family Chaenichthyidae, of Antarctic seas, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice fish",1,1,1 ], "semitransparent scaleless body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice floe",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of ice, of variable size, floating in the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice foot",1,1,1 ], "a narrow belt of ice permanently attached to the coast in polar regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice hockey",1,1,1 ], "a game played on ice by two opposing teams of six players each, who wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice hockey",1,1,1 ], "having an offset flat blade at the end" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ice hockey",1,1,1 ], "skates and try to propel a flat puck into their opponents' goal with long sticks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice house",1,1,1 ], "a building for storing ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice lolly",1,1,1 ], "an ice cream or water ice on a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice machine",1,1,1 ], "a machine that automatically produces ice for use in drinks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice needle",1,1,1 ], "one of many needle-like ice crystals that form cirrus clouds in clear cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice needle",1,1,1 ], "weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice pack",1,1,1 ], "a bag or folded cloth containing ice, applied to a part of the body, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice pack",1,1,1 ], "head, to cool, reduce swelling, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice pack",1,1,2 ], "another name for pack ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice pack",1,1,3 ], "a sachet containing a gel that can be frozen or heated and that retains its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice pack",1,1,3 ], "temperature for an extended period of time, used esp| in cool bags" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice pick",1,1,1 ], "a pointed tool used for breaking ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice plant",1,1,1 ], "Africa, with fleshy leaves covered with icelike hairs and pink or white rayed flowers:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice plant",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing plant, Mesembryanthemum (or Cryophytum)crystallinum, of southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice plant",1,1,1 ], "family Aizoaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ice point",1,1,1 ], "Fahrenheit scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ice point",1,1,1 ], "pressure of one atmosphere| It is 0 degrees on the Celsius scale and 32 degrees on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature at which a mixture of ice and water are in equilibrium at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice sheet",1,1,1 ], "a thick layer of ice covering a large area of land for a long time, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice sheet",1,1,1 ], "layer that covered much of the N hemisphere during the last glacial period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice shelf",1,1,1 ], "a thick mass of ice that is permanently attached to the land but projects into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice shelf",1,1,1 ], "and floats on the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice show",1,1,1 ], "any entertainment performed by ice-skaters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice skate" ,1, 1, 1],"a boot having a steel blade fitted to the sole to enable the wearer to glide",1). c_DEF([ "ice skate" ,1, 1, 1],"swiftly over ice",2). c_DEF([ "ice skate" ,1, 1, 2],"the steel blade on such a boot or shoe",1). c_DEF([ "ice skate" ,1, 3, 1],"to glide swiftly over ice on ice skates",1). c_DEF([ "ice water",1,1,1 ], "water formed from ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice water",1,1,2 ], "drinking water cooled by refrigeration or the addition of ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice yacht",1,1,1 ], "a sailing craft having a cross-shaped frame with runners for travelling over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice yacht",1,1,1 ], "ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,1 ], "water in the solid state, formed by freezing liquid water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,2 ], "the field of play in ice hockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,3 ], "break the ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,3,1 ], "to relieve shyness, etc|, esp| between strangers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,3,2 ], "to be the first of a group to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,4 ], "cut no ice| Informal| to fail to make an impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,5 ], "on ice| in abeyance; pending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,1,6 ], "on thin ice| unsafe or unsafely; vulnerable or vulnerably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up, over, etc|) to form or cause to form ice; freeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,3,1 ], "to mix with ice or chill (a drink, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice",1,4,1 ], "to cover (a cake, etc|) with icing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice-cream cone",1,1,1 ], "a conical edible wafer for holding ice cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice-cream cone",1,1,2 ], "such a cone containing ice cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice-cream soda",1,1,1 ], "ice cream served in a tall glass of carbonated water and a little milk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ice-cream soda",1,1,1 ], "usually flavoured in various ways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iceberg",1,1,1 ], "a large mass of ice floating in the sea, esp| a mass that has broken off a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iceberg",1,1,1 ], "polar glacier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iceberg",1,1,2 ], "difficulty, that is much larger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iceberg",1,1,2 ], "tip of the iceberg| the small visible part of something, esp| a problem or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iceberg",1,1,3 ], "a person considered to have a cold or reserved manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iceberg",1,1,4 ], "a person who swims or surfs frequently in winter or takes cold showers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iceblink",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-white reflected glare in the sky over an ice field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iceblink",1,1,2 ], "a coastal ice cliff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iceboat",1,1,1 ], "another name for icebreaker ,1,1 or ice yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icebound",1,1,1 ], "covered or made immobile by ice; frozen in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icebox",1,1,1 ], "a compartment in a refrigerator for storing or making ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icebox",1,1,2 ], "an insulated cabinet packed with ice for storing food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icebreaker",1,1,1 ], "a vessel with a reinforced bow for breaking up the ice in bodies of water to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icebreaker",1,1,1 ], "keep channels open for navigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "icebreaker",1,1,2 ], "any tool or device for breaking ice into smaller pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icecap",1,1,1 ], "a thick mass of glacial ice and snow that permanently covers an area of land," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icecap",1,1,1 ], "such as either of the polar regions or the peak of a mountain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iced",1,1,1 ], "covered, coated, or chilled with ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iced",1,1,2 ], "covered with icing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icefall",1,1,1 ], "a very steep part of a glacier that has deep crevasses and resembles a frozen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icefall",1,1,1 ], "waterfall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ichneumon fly",1,1,1 ], "any hymenopterous insect of the family Ichneumonidae, whose larvae are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichneumon fly",1,1,1 ], "parasitic in caterpillars and other insect larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ichneumon",1,1,1 ], "a mongoose, Herpestes ichneumon, of Africa and S Europe, having greyish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichneumon",1,1,1 ], "speckled fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ichnite",1,1,1 ], "a fossilized footprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichnography",1,1,1 ], "the art of drawing ground plans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichnography",1,1,2 ], "the ground plan of a building, factory, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichnology",1,1,1 ], "the study of fossil footprints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichor",1,1,1 ], "the fluid said to flow in the veins of the gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichor",1,1,2 ], "a foul-smelling watery discharge from a wound or ulcer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating or relating to fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyoid",1,2,1 ], "a fishlike vertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyolite",1,1,1 ], "any fossil fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the physiology, history, economic importance, etc|, of fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyol|",1,1,1 ], "ichthyology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyophagous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyornis",1,1,1 ], "an extinct Cretaceous sea bird of the genus Ichthyornis, thought to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyornis",1,1,1 ], "resembled a tern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyosaur",1,1,1 ], "any extinct marine Mesozoic reptile of the order Ichthyosauria, which had a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyosaur",1,1,1 ], "porpoise-like body with dorsal and tail fins and paddle-like limbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyosis",1,1,1 ], "a congenital disease in which the skin is coarse, dry, and scaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ichthyosis",1,1,2 ], "Nontechnical name: fishskin disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icicle",1,1,1 ], "a hanging spike of ice formed by the freezing of dripping water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icily",1,1,1 ], "in an icy or reserved manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iciness",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being icy or very cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iciness",1,1,2 ], "a manner that is cold or reserved; aloofness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icing sugar",1,1,1 ], "a very finely ground sugar used for icings, confections, etc| U|S| term:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icing sugar",1,1,1 ], "confectioners' sugar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "icing",1,1,1 ], "a sugar preparation, variously flavoured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icing",1,1,1 ], "and coloured, for coating and decorating cakes, biscuits, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "icing",1,1,2 ], "moisture in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "icing",1,1,2 ], "the formation of ice, as on a ship or aircraft, due to the freezing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icon",1,1,1 ], "a representation of Christ, the Virgin Mary, or a saint, esp| one painted in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icon",1,1,1 ], "oil on a wooden panel, depicted in a traditional Byzantine style and venerated in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "icon",1,1,1 ], "the Eastern Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "icon",1,1,2 ], "an image, picture, representation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icon",1,1,3 ], "a symbol resembling or analogous to the thing it represents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconic memory",1,1,1 ], "removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iconic memory",1,1,1 ], "the temporary persistence of visual impressions after the stimulus has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconic",1,1,1 ], "relating to, resembling, or having the character of an icon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconic",1,1,2 ], "(of memorial sculptures, esp| those depicting athletes of ancient Greece)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconic",1,1,2 ], "having a fixed conventional style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "icono-",1,1,1 ], "indicating an image or likeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconoclasm",1,1,1 ], "the acts or beliefs of an iconoclast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconoclast",1,1,1 ], "a person who attacks established or traditional concepts, principles, laws," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconoclast",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iconoclast",1,1,1,1 ], "a destroyer of religious images or sacred objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconoclast",1,1,1,2 ], "725 to 842 a|d|, which aimed at the destruction of icons and religious images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iconoclast",1,1,1,2 ], "an adherent of the heretical movement within the Greek Orthodox Church from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconography",1,1,1,1 ], "the symbols used in a work of art or art movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconography",1,1,1,2 ], "the conventional significance attached to such symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconography",1,1,2 ], "a collection of pictures of a particular subject, such as Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconography",1,1,3 ], "the representation of the subjects of icons or portraits, esp| on coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconolatry",1,1,1 ], "the worship or adoration of icons as idols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconology",1,1,1 ], "the study or field of art history concerning icons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconology",1,1,2 ], "icons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconology",1,1,3 ], "the symbolic representation or symbolism of icons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconomatic",1,1,1 ], "employing pictures to represent not objects themselves but the sound of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconomatic",1,1,1 ], "names" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iconoscope",1,1,1 ], "a television camera tube in which an electron beam scans a photoemissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iconoscope",1,1,1 ], "surface, converting an optical image into electrical pulses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iconostasis",1,1,1 ], "(sanctuary) from the nave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iconostasis",1,1,1 ], "a screen with doors and icons set in tiers, which separates the bema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icosahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having 20 faces|The faces of a regular icosahedron are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icosahedron",1,1,1 ], "equilateral triangles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "icterus",1,1,1 ], "another name for jaundice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icterus",1,1,2 ], "a yellowing of plant leaves, caused by excessive cold or moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ictus",1,1,1 ], "accent on words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ictus",1,1,1 ], "metrical or rhythmical stress in verse feet, as contrasted with the stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ictus",1,1,2 ], "a sudden attack or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icy pole",1,1,1 ], "the Australian name for an ice lolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icy",1,1,1 ], "icier, iciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icy",1,1,2 ], "made of, covered with, or containing ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icy",1,1,3 ], "resembling ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icy",1,1,4 ], "freezing or very cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "icy",1,1,5 ], "cold or reserved in manner; aloof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "id est",1,1,1 ], "the full form of i|e" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "id",1,1,1 ], "a fixed idea obsession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "id",1,1,1 ], "modified by the ego and the superego, underlies all psychic activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "id",1,1,1 ], "the mass of primitive instincts and energies in the unconscious mind that," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idcue",1,1,1 ], "a generally held opinion or concept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ide",1,1,1 ], "another name for the silver orfe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,1 ], "the product of mental activity whereby the mind consciously conceives a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,1 ], "thought; conception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,10 ], "get ideas| to become ambitious, restless, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,11 ], "not one's idea of| not what one regards as (hard work, a holiday, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,12 ], "that's an idea| that is worth considering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,13 ], "the very idea!that is preposterous, unreasonable, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,2 ], "an impression established in the mind by something perceived; notion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,3 ], "a belief or viewpoint; opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,4 ], "a scheme, intention, plan, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,5 ], "a vague notion or indication; inkling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,6 ], "significance or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,7 ], "an immediate object of thought or perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,8 ], "a thematic phrase or figure; motif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idea",1,1,9 ], "a mental image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal element",1,1,1 ], "any element added to a mathematical theory in order to eliminate special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal element",1,1,1 ], "cases| The ideal element i = sqrt -1 allows all algebraic equations to be solved and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ideal element",1,1,1 ], "geometry intersect" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ideal element",1,1,1 ], "the point at infinity (ideal point) ensures that any two lines in projective" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ideal gas",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical gas composed of spheres of negligible volume moving at random" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal gas",1,1,1 ], "and undergoing perfectly elastic collisions with the walls of their container and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ideal gas",1,1,1 ], "with each other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,1,1 ], "a conception of something that is perfect, esp| that which one seeks to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,1,1 ], "attain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing considered to represent perfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,1,3 ], "something existing only as an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,1,4 ], "a pattern or model, esp| of ethical behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,2,1 ], "conforming to an ideal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,2,2 ], "of, involving, or existing in the form of an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,2,2,1 ], "of or relating to a highly desirable and possible state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideal",1,2,2,2 ], "of or relating to idealism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idealism",1,1,1 ], "belief in or pursuance of ideals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idealism",1,1,2 ], "are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idealism",1,1,2 ], "the tendency to represent things in their ideal forms, rather than as they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idealism",1,1,3 ], "objects consist merely of ideas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idealism",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine that thought or the mind is the only reality and that external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idealize",1,1,1 ], "to consider or represent (something) as ideal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idealize",1,2,1 ], "to portray as ideal; glorify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idealize",1,3,1 ], "to form an ideal or ideals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideate",1,1,1 ], "(a$I!di$:e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideate",1,1,2 ], "to imagine or conceive (something); form an idea of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideate",1,2,1 ], "(a$I!di$:$It, -e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideate",1,2,2 ], "another word for ideatum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideatum",1,1,1 ], "the objective reality with which human ideas are supposed to correspond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idem",1,2,1 ], "the same: used to refer to an article, chapter, etc|, previously cited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idempotent",1,1,1 ], "(of a matrix, transformation, etc|) not changed in value following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idempotent",1,1,1 ], "multiplication by itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of opinions expressed by two or more governments) having the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identic",1,1,1 ], "wording or intention regarding another power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identic",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for identical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identical proposition",1,1,1 ], "a proposition in which the subject and predicate have the same content and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identical proposition",1,1,1 ], "extent, as in that which is not alive is dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identical",1,1,1 ], "being the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identical",1,1,2 ], "exactly alike, equal, or agreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identical",1,1,3 ], "designating either or both of a pair of twins of the same sex who developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identical",1,1,3 ], "from a single fertilized ovum that split into two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identification parade",1,1,1 ], "a group of persons including one suspected of having committed a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identification parade",1,1,1 ], "assembled for the purpose of discovering whether a witness can identify the suspect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1 ], "the act of identifying or the state of being identified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1,1 ], "something that identifies a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1,1 ], "the process of recognizing specific objects as the result of remembering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1,2 ], "personality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1,2 ], "the process by which one incorporates aspects of another person's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1,3 ], "bear similar features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identification",1,1,1,3 ], "the transferring of a response from one situation to another because the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identify",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to prove or recognize as being a certain person or thing;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identify",1,1,1 ], "determine the identity of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identify",1,1,2 ], "to consider as the same or equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identify",1,1,3 ], "to consider (oneself) as similar to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identify",1,1,4 ], "to determine the taxonomic classification of (a plant or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identify",1,2,1 ], "to engage in identification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,1,1 ], "or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,1,1 ], "the state of having unique identifying characteristics held by no other person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,2 ], "the individual characteristics by which a person or thing is recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,3 ], "the state of being the same in nature, quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,3,1 ], "an equation that is valid for all values of its variables, as in (x -" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,3,1 ], "y)(x,#+,y) = x ,2 -y ,2 | Often denoted by the symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,3,2 ], "1|x,,x" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,3,2 ], "identity element| a member of a set that when operating on another member, x," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,3,2 ], "produces that member x: the identity for multiplication of numbers is 1 since x|1 =" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "identity",1,1,4 ], "a well-known person, esp| in a specified locality; figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideo-",1,1,1 ], "of or indicating idea or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideogram",1,1,1 ], "a sign or symbol, used in such writing systems as those of China or Japan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideogram",1,1,1 ], "that directly represents a concept, idea, or thing rather than a word or set of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ideogram",1,1,1 ], "words for it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ideogram",1,1,2 ], "any graphic sign or symbol, such as &', , &, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideography",1,1,1 ], "the use of ideograms to communicate ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideologist",1,1,1 ], "a person who supports a particular ideology, esp| a political theorist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideologist",1,1,2 ], "a person who studies an ideology or ideologies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideologist",1,1,3 ], "a theorist or visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideology",1,1,1 ], "a body of ideas that reflects the beliefs and interests of a nation, political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideology",1,1,1 ], "system, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ideology",1,1,2 ], "an idea or set of ideas that is false, misleading, or held for the wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideology",1,1,2 ], "reasons but is believed with such conviction as to be irrefutable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ideology",1,1,3 ], "speculation that is imaginary or visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideology",1,1,4 ], "the study of the nature and origin of ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ideomotor",1,1,1 ], "absent-minded acts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ideomotor",1,1,1 ], "designating automatic muscular movements stimulated by ideas, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ides",1,1,1 ], "(in the Roman calendar) the 15th day in March, May, July, and October and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ides",1,1,1 ], "13th day of each other month" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating peculiarity, isolation, or that which pertains to an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idio-",1,1,1 ], "person or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idioblast",1,1,1 ], "a plant cell that differs from those around it in the same tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiocy",1,1,1 ], "severe mental retardation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiocy",1,1,2 ], "foolishness or senselessness; stupidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiocy",1,1,3 ], "a foolish act or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiographic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the study of individuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiolect",1,1,1 ], "the variety or form of a language used by an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiom",1,1,1 ], "a group of words whose meaning cannot be predicted from the meanings of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiom",1,1,1 ], "constituent words, as for example (It was raining)cats and dogs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idiom",1,1,2 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idiom",1,1,2 ], "linguistic usage that is grammatical and natural to native speakers of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiom",1,1,3 ], "the characteristic vocabulary or usage of a specific human group or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiom",1,1,4 ], "the characteristic artistic style of an individual, school, period, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiomorphic",1,1,1 ], "(of minerals) occurring naturally in the form of well-developed crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiopathy",1,1,1 ], "any disease of unknown cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiophone",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument, such as a cymbal or xylophone, made of naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiophone",1,1,1 ], "sonorous material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idioplasm",1,1,1 ], "another name for germ plasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiosyncrasy",1,1,1 ], "a tendency, type of behaviour, mannerism, etc|, of a specific person; quirk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiosyncrasy",1,1,2 ], "the composite physical or psychological make-up of a specific person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiosyncrasy",1,1,3 ], "agents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idiosyncrasy",1,1,3 ], "an abnormal reaction of an individual to specific foods, drugs, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiot board",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for autocue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiot",1,1,1 ], "a person with severe mental retardation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiot",1,1,2 ], "a foolish or senseless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiotic",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling an idiot; foolish; senseless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiotism",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for idiocy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idiotism",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle pulley",1,1,1 ], "a freely rotating pulley used to control the tension or direction of a belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle wheel",1,1,1 ], "a gearwheel interposed between two others to transmit torque without changing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle wheel",1,1,1 ], "the direction of rotation or the velocity ratio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,1,1 ], "unemployed or unoccupied; inactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,1,2 ], "not operating or being used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,1,3 ], "not wanting to work; lazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,1,4 ], "frivolous or trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,1,5 ], "ineffective or powerless; fruitless; vain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,1,6 ], "without basis; unfounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by away) to waste or pass (time) fruitlessly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,2,1 ], "inactively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,3,1 ], "to loiter or move aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,4,1 ], "(of a shaft, etc|) to turn without doing useful work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,5,1 ], "Also (Brit|): tick over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,5,2 ], "(of an engine) to run at low speed with the transmission disengaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idle",1,6,1 ], "to cause to be inactive or unemployed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idler",1,1,1 ], "a person who idles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idler",1,1,2 ], "another name for idle pulley or idle wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idler",1,1,3 ], "a ship's crew member, such as a carpenter, sailmaker, etc|, whose duties do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idler",1,1,3 ], "not include standing regular watches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "idocrase",1,1,1 ], "another name for vesuvianite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idol",1,1,1 ], "a material object, esp| a carved image, that is worshipped as a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idol",1,1,2 ], "any being (other than the one God) to which divine honour is paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idol",1,1,3 ], "a person who is revered, admired, or highly loved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idolatrize",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for idolize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idolatrize",1,2,1 ], "to indulge in the worship of idols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idolatry" ,1, 1, 1],"the worship of idols",1). c_DEF([ "idolatry" ,1, 1, 2],"great devotion or reverence",1). c_DEF([ "idolize",1,1,1 ], "to admire or revere greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idolize",1,2,1 ], "to worship as an idol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idolize",1,3,1 ], "to worship idols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idolum",1,1,1 ], "a mental picture; idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idolum",1,1,2 ], "a false idea; fallacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idyll" ,1, 1, 1],"a poem or prose work describing an idealized rural life, pastoral scenes, etc",1). c_DEF([ "idyll" ,1, 1, 2],"any simple narrative or descriptive piece in poetry or prose",1). c_DEF([ "idyll" ,1, 1, 3],"a charming or picturesque scene or event",1). c_DEF([ "idyll" ,1, 1, 4],"a piece of music with a calm or pastoral character",1). c_DEF([ "idyllic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an idyll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idyllic",1,1,2 ], "charming; picturesque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "idyllist",1,1,1 ], "a writer of idylls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "id|",1,1,1 ], "idem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ighly" ,1, 1, 2],"highly disappointed",1). c_DEF([ "ighly" ,1, 1, 3],"with great approbation or favour",1). c_DEF([ "ighly" ,1, 1, 4],"in a high position",1). c_DEF([ "ighly" ,1, 1, 5],"at or for a high price or cost",1). c_DEF([ "igloo",1,1,1 ], "a dome-shaped Eskimo house, usually built of blocks of solid snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "igloo",1,1,2 ], "a hollow made by a seal in the snow over its breathing hole in the ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "igneous",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks) derived from magma or lava that has solidified on or below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "igneous",1,1,1 ], "earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "igneous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignescent",1,1,1 ], "giving off sparks when struck, as a flint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignescent",1,1,2 ], "capable of bursting into flame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignescent",1,2,1 ], "an ignescent substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignis fatuus",1,1,1 ], "another name for will-o'-the-wisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignite",1,1,1 ], "to catch fire or set fire to; burn or cause to burn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignite",1,2,1 ], "to heat strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "igniter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that ignites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "igniter",1,1,2 ], "a fuse to fire explosive charges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "igniter",1,1,3 ], "an electrical device for lighting a gas turbine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "igniter",1,1,4 ], "a subsidiary electrode in an ignitron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignition key",1,1,1 ], "the key used in a motor vehicle to turn the switch that connects the battery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignition key",1,1,1 ], "to the ignition system and other electrical devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ignition",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of initiating combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignition",1,1,2 ], "the process of igniting the fuel in an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignition",1,1,3 ], "(usually preceded by the) the devices used to ignite the fuel in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignition",1,1,3 ], "internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ignitron",1,1,1 ], "a mercury-arc rectifier controlled by a subsidiary electrode, the igniter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignitron",1,1,1 ], "forms a hot spot sufficient to strike an arc between cathode and anode" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ignitron",1,1,1 ], "partially immersed in a mercury cathode| A current passed between igniter and cathode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ignoble",1,1,1 ], "dishonourable; base; despicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignoble",1,1,2 ], "of low birth or origins; humble; common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignoble",1,1,3 ], "of low quality; inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignoble",1,1,3,1 ], "adroitness of flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ignoble",1,1,3,1 ], "designating short-winged hawks that capture their quarry by swiftness and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignoble",1,1,3,2 ], "designating quarry which is inferior or unworthy of pursuit by a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignoble",1,1,3,2 ], "species of hawk or falcon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ignominy",1,1,1 ], "disgrace or public shame; dishonour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignominy",1,1,2 ], "a cause of disgrace; a shameful act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignoramus",1,1,1 ], "an ignorant person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignorance",1,1,1 ], "lack of knowledge, information, or education; the state of being ignorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignorant",1,1,1 ], "lacking in knowledge or education; unenlightened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignorant",1,2,1 ], "lacking in awareness or knowledge (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignorant",1,2,2 ], "resulting from or showing lack of knowledge or awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignoratio elenchi",1,1,1 ], "issue when in fact it only establishes an irrelevant conclusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ignoratio elenchi",1,1,1 ], "the fallacy of supposing that an argument proves or disproves a proposition at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignore",1,1,1 ], "to fail or refuse to notice; disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ignotum per ignotius",1,1,1 ], "an explanation that is obscurer than the thing to be explained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ign|",1,1,1 ], "ignites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ign|",1,1,2 ], "ignition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ign|",1,1,3 ], "ignotus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iguana",1,1,1 ], "either of two large tropical American arboreal herbivorous lizards of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iguana",1,1,1 ], "genus Iguana, esp| I| iguana (common iguana), having a greyish-green body with a row" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iguana",1,1,1 ], "of spines along the back: family Iguanidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iguana",1,1,2 ], "any other lizard of the tropical American family Iguanidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iguanodon",1,1,1 ], "(ornithopods)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iguanodon",1,1,1 ], "a massive herbivorous long-tailed bipedal dinosaur of the genus Iguanodon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iguanodon",1,1,1 ], "common in Europe and N Africa in Jurassic and Cretaceous times: suborder Ornithopoda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ihram",1,1,1 ], "sacred or consecrated state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ihram",1,1,1 ], "the customary white robes worn by Muslim pilgrims to Mecca, symbolizing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ikan",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) fish: used esp| in names of cooked dishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ikebana",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese decorative art of flower arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ikon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of icon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "il-",1,1,1 ], "variant of in-'1 and in-'2 before l" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilang-ilang",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ylang-ylang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileac",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the ileum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileac",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ileus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the ileum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the ileum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileostomy",1,1,1 ], "the ileum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ileostomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical formation of a permanent opening through the abdominal wall into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileum",1,1,1 ], "the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the caecum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileum",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileus",1,1,1 ], "obstruction of the intestine, esp| the ileum, by mechanical occlusion or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ileus",1,1,1 ], "the result of distention of the bowel following loss of muscular action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ilex",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees or shrubs of the widely distributed genus Ilex, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilex",1,1,1 ], "the holly and inkberry: family Aquifoliaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ilex",1,1,2 ], "another name for the holm oak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iliac",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the ilium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilium",1,1,1 ], "the uppermost and widest of the three sections of the hipbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilk",1,1,1 ], "a type; class; sort (esp| in the phrase of that, his, her, etc|, ilk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilk",1,1,2 ], "of that ilk| Scot| of the place of the same name: used to indicate that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilk",1,1,2 ], "person named is proprietor or laird of the place named" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ill feeling",1,1,1 ], "hostile feeling; animosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill humour",1,1,1 ], "a disagreeable or sullen mood; bad temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill temper",1,1,1 ], "bad temper; irritability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill will",1,1,1 ], "hostile feeling; enmity; antagonism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,1 ], "worse, worst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,2 ], "not in good health; sick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,3 ], "characterized by or intending evil, harm, etc|; hostile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,4 ], "causing or resulting in pain, harm, adversity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,5 ], "ascribing or imputing evil to something referred to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,6 ], "promising an unfavourable outcome; unpropitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,7 ], "harsh; lacking kindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,8 ], "not up to an acceptable standard; faulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,1,9 ], "ill at ease| unable to relax; uncomfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,2,1 ], "evil or harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,2,2 ], "a mild disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,2,3 ], "misfortune; trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,3,1 ], "badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill",1,3,2 ], "with difficulty; hardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-advised",1,1,1 ], "acting without reasonable care or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-advised",1,1,2 ], "badly thought out; not or insufficiently considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-affected",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by towards) not well disposed disaffected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-assorted",1,1,1 ], "badly matched; incompatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-behaved",1,1,1 ], "poorly behaved; lacking good manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-bred",1,1,1 ], "badly brought up; lacking good manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-considered",1,1,1 ], "done without due consideration; not thought out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-defined",1,1,1 ], "badly defined; having no clear outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-disposed",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by towards) not kindly disposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-fated",1,1,1 ], "doomed or unlucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-favoured",1,1,1 ], "unattractive or repulsive in appearance; ugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-favoured",1,1,2 ], "offensive, disagreeable, or objectionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-founded",1,1,1 ], "not founded on true or reliable premisses; unsubstantiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-gotten",1,1,1 ], "obtained dishonestly or illegally (esp| in the phrase ill-gotten gains)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-judged",1,1,1 ], "rash; ill-advised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-mannered",1,1,1 ], "having bad manners; rude; impolite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-natured",1,1,1 ], "naturally unpleasant and mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-omened",1,1,1 ], "doomed to be unlucky; ill-fated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-sorted",1,1,1 ], "badly arranged or matched; ill-assorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-starred",1,1,1 ], "unlucky; unfortunate; ill-fated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-timed",1,1,1 ], "occurring at or planned for an unsuitable time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-treat",1,1,1 ], "to behave cruelly or harshly towards misuse maltreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-use",1,1,1 ], "to use badly or cruelly; abuse; maltreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill-use",1,2,1 ], "harsh or cruel treatment; abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illation",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for inference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to illation; inferential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,1,2 ], "denoting a word or morpheme used to signal inference, for example so or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,1,2 ], "therefore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,1,3 ], "(in the grammar of Finnish and other languages) denoting a case of nouns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,1,3 ], "expressing a relation of motion or direction, usually translated by the English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,1,3 ], "prepositions into or towards" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,2,1,1 ], "the illative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illative",1,2,1,2 ], "an illative word or speech element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illegal",1,1,1 ], "forbidden by law; unlawful; illicit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illegal",1,1,2 ], "unauthorized or prohibited by a code of official or accepted rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illegalize",1,1,1 ], "to make illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illegible",1,1,1 ], "unable to be read or deciphered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illegitimate",1,1,1 ], "bastard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illegitimate",1,1,1 ], "born of parents who were not married to each other at the time of birth;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illegitimate",1,1,2 ], "forbidden by law; illegal; unlawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illegitimate",1,1,3 ], "contrary to logic; incorrectly reasoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiberal",1,1,1 ], "narrow-minded; prejudiced; bigoted; intolerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiberal",1,1,2 ], "not generous; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiberal",1,1,3 ], "lacking in culture or refinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illicit",1,1,1 ], "another word for illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illicit",1,1,2 ], "not allowed or approved by common custom, rule, or standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illimitable",1,1,1 ], "limitless; boundless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illinium",1,1,1 ], "the former name for promethium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiquid",1,1,1 ], "(of an asset) not easily convertible into cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiquid",1,1,2 ], "(of an enterprise, organization, etc|) deficient in liquid assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiterate",1,1,1 ], "unable to read and write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiterate",1,1,2 ], "violating accepted standards in reading and writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiterate",1,1,3 ], "uneducated, ignorant, or uncultured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illiterate",1,2,1 ], "an illiterate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illness",1,1,1 ], "a disease or indisposition; sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illness",1,1,2 ], "a state of ill health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illness",1,1,3 ], "wickedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illocution",1,1,1 ], "an act performed by a speaker by virtue of uttering certain words, as for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illocution",1,1,1 ], "example the acts of promising or of threatening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illogical",1,1,1 ], "characterized by lack of logic; senseless or unreasonable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illogical",1,1,2 ], "disregarding logical principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illude",1,1,1 ], "to trick or deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illume",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for illuminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminance",1,1,1 ], "Symbol:Ev Sometimes called: illumination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illuminance",1,1,1 ], "the luminous flux incident on unit area of a surface| It is measured in lux|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminant",1,1,1 ], "something that provides or gives off light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminant",1,2,1 ], "giving off light; illuminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,1,1 ], "to throw light in or into; light up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,2,1 ], "to make easily understood; clarify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,2,2 ], "to adorn, decorate, or be decorated with lights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,3,1 ], "silver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,3,1 ], "to decorate (a letter, page, etc|) by the application of colours, gold, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,4,1 ], "to become lighted up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,5,1 ], "($I!lu$:m$In$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,5,2 ], "made clear or bright with light; illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,6,1 ], "($I!lu$:m$In$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminate",1,6,2 ], "a person who has or claims to have special enlightenment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminati",1,1,1 ], "a group of persons claiming exceptional enlightenment on some subject, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminati",1,1,1 ], "religion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,1 ], "the act of illuminating or the state of being illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,2 ], "a source of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,3 ], "a light or lights, esp| coloured lights, used as decoration in streets, parks," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,4 ], "spiritual or intellectual enlightenment; insight or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,5 ], "the act of making understood; clarification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,6 ], "decoration in colours, gold, or silver used on some manuscripts or printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,6 ], "works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illumination",1,1,7 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for illuminance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illumine",1,1,1 ], "a literary word for illuminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminism",1,1,1 ], "belief in and advocation of special enlightenment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuminism",1,1,2 ], "political movements initiated by them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illuminism",1,1,2 ], "the tenets and principles of the Illuminati or of any of several religious or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusion",1,1,1 ], "a false appearance or deceptive impression of reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusion",1,1,2 ], "a false or misleading perception or belief; delusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusion",1,1,3 ], "a perception that is not true to reality, having been altered subjectively in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusion",1,1,3 ], "some way in the mind of the perceiver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illusion",1,1,4 ], "a very fine gauze or tulle used for trimmings, veils, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusionism",1,1,1 ], "perceptions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illusionism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the external world exists only in illusory sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusionism",1,1,2 ], "perspective in painting to create an impression of three-dimensional reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illusionism",1,1,2 ], "the use of highly illusory effects in art or decoration, esp| the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusionist",1,1,1 ], "a person given to illusions; visionary; dreamer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusionist",1,1,2 ], "a person who believes in illusionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusionist",1,1,3 ], "an artist who practises illusionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusionist",1,1,4 ], "a conjuror; magician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illusory",1,1,1 ], "producing, produced by, or based on illusion; deceptive or unreal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustrate",1,1,1 ], "to clarify or explain by use of examples, analogy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustrate",1,2,1 ], "to be an example or demonstration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustrate",1,3,1 ], "to explain or decorate (a book, text, etc|) with pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustrate",1,4,1 ], "an archaic word for enlighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustration",1,1,1 ], "pictorial matter used to explain or decorate a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustration",1,1,2 ], "an example or demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustration",1,1,3 ], "the act of illustrating or the state of being illustrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustrious",1,1,1 ], "of great renown; famous and distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustrious",1,1,2 ], "glorious or great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illustrious",1,1,3 ], "shining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illust|",1,1,1 ], "illustrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illust|",1,1,2 ], "illustration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "illuviation",1,1,1 ], "mineral salts, is washed down from one layer of soil to a lower layer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "illuviation",1,1,1 ], "the process by which a material (illuvium), which includes colloids and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill|",1,1,1 ], "illustrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ill|",1,1,2 ], "illustration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilmenite",1,1,1 ], "a weakly magnetic black mineral consisting essentially of an iron titanium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ilmenite",1,1,1 ], "oxide in hexagonal crystalline form, occurring in metamorphic and plutonic rocks: a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ilmenite",1,1,1 ], "source of titanium and titanium dioxide| Formula: FeTiO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "im-",1,1,1 ], "variant of in-'1 and in-'2 before b, m, and p" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image converter",1,1,1 ], "a device for producing a visual image formed by electromagnetic radiation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image converter",1,1,1 ], "esp| x-rays or infrared radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "image intensifier",1,1,1 ], "a device used in fluoroscopy containing a screen from which electrons are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image intensifier",1,1,1 ], "released by an x-ray beam| The electrons are focused onto a fluorescent screen to form a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "image intensifier",1,1,1 ], "smaller brighter image than would have been produced by the x-ray beam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "image orthicon",1,1,1 ], "a television camera tube in which electrons, emitted from a photoemissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image orthicon",1,1,1 ], "surface in proportion to the intensity of the incident light, are focused onto the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "image orthicon",1,1,1 ], "target causing secondary emission of electrons| Sometimes shortened to orthicon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,1 ], "a representation or likeness of a person or thing, esp| in sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,10 ], "(of a point) the value of a function, f(x), corresponding to the point x" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,11 ], "an obsolete word for apparition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,2 ], "an optically formed reproduction of an object, such as one formed by a lens or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,2 ], "mirror" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that resembles another closely; double or copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,4 ], "a mental representation or picture; idea produced by the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,5 ], "the personality presented to the public by a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,6 ], "the pattern of light that is focused onto the retina of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,7 ], "senses, often involving memory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,7 ], "the mental experience of something that is not immediately present to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,8 ], "a personification of a specified quality; epitome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,9 ], "a mental picture or association of ideas evoked in a literary work, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,1,9 ], "poetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,2,1 ], "Rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,2,2 ], "to picture in the mind; imagine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,2,3 ], "to make or reflect an image of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,2,4 ], "to portray or describe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "image",1,2,5 ], "to be an example or epitome of; typify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagery",1,1,1 ], "descriptive language in a literary work, esp| that appealing to the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagery",1,1,2 ], "images collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagery",1,1,2,1 ], "the materials or general processes of the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagery",1,1,2,2 ], "the characteristic kind of mental images formed by a particular individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imaginal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling an imago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imaginal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imaginary number" ,1, 1, 1],"Himaginary part",2). c_DEF([ "imaginary number" ,1, 1, 1],"any complex number of the form a,,bi, where b is not zero and i = -1|",1). c_DEF([ "imaginary number" ,1, 2, 1],"the coefficient b in a complex number a,,ib, where i = -1",1). c_DEF([ "imaginary",1,1,1 ], "existing in the imagination; unreal; illusory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imaginary",1,1,2 ], "involving or containing imaginary numbers| The imaginary part of a complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imaginary",1,1,2 ], "number, z, is usually written Imz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,1 ], "not been experienced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,1 ], "the faculty or action of producing mental images of what is not present or has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,2 ], "mental creative ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,3 ], "circumstances, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,3 ], "the ability to deal resourcefully with unexpected or unusual problems," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,4 ], "(in romantic literary criticism, esp| that of S| T| Coleridge) a creative act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,4 ], "of perception that joins passive and active elements in thinking and imposes unity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imagination",1,1,4 ], "on the poetic material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "imaginative",1,1,1 ], "produced by or indicative of a vivid or creative imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imaginative",1,1,2 ], "having a vivid imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagine",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to form a mental image of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagine",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to think, believe, or guess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagine",1,2,1 ], "to suppose; assume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagine",1,2,2 ], "an archaic word for plot ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagism",1,1,1 ], "a poetic movement in England and America between 1912 and 1917, initiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imagism",1,1,1 ], "chiefly by Ezra Pound, advocating the use of ordinary speech and the precise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imagism",1,1,1 ], "presentation of images" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "imago",1,1,1 ], "an adult sexually mature insect produced after metamorphosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imago",1,1,2 ], "an idealized image of another person, usually a parent, acquired in childhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imago",1,1,2 ], "and carried in the unconscious in later life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imam",1,1,1 ], "a leader of congregational prayer in a mosque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imam",1,1,2 ], "a caliph, as leader of a Muslim community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imam",1,1,3 ], "an honorific title applied to eminent doctors of Islam, such as the founders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imam",1,1,3 ], "of the orthodox schools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imam",1,1,4 ], "Shiites, regarded by their followers as divinely inspired" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imam",1,1,4 ], "any of a succession of either seven or twelve religious leaders of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imamate",1,1,1 ], "the region or territory governed by an imam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imamate",1,1,2 ], "the office, rank, or period of office of an imam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imaret",1,1,1 ], "(in Turkey) a hospice for pilgrims or travellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbalance",1,1,1 ], "a lack of balance, as in emphasis, proportion, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbecile" ,1, 1, 1],"a person of very low intelligence (I|Q| of 25 to 50), usually capable only of",1). c_DEF([ "imbecile" ,1, 1, 1],"guarding himself against danger and of performing simple mechanical tasks under",2). c_DEF([ "imbecile" ,1, 1, 1],"supervision",3). c_DEF([ "imbecile" ,1, 1, 2],"an extremely stupid person; dolt",1). c_DEF([ "imbecile" ,1, 2, 1],"of or like an imbecile; mentally deficient; feeble-minded",1). c_DEF([ "imbecile" ,1, 2, 2],"stupid or senseless",1). c_DEF([ "imbed",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of embed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbibe",1,1,1 ], "to drink (esp| alcoholic drinks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbibe",1,1,2 ], "to take in or assimilate (ideas, facts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbibe",1,2,1 ], "to take in as if by drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbibe",1,2,2 ], "to absorb or cause to absorb liquid or moisture; assimilate or saturate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbibition",1,1,1 ], "the absorption or adsorption of a liquid by a gel or solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbibition",1,1,2 ], "the absorption of dyes by gelatin, used in some colour printing processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbibition",1,1,3 ], "the act of imbibing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbricate",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having tiles, shingles, or slates that overlap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbricate",1,1,2 ], "(of leaves, scales, etc|) overlapping each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbricate",1,3,1 ], "to decorate with a repeating pattern resembling scales or overlapping tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbroglio",1,1,1 ], "a confused or perplexing political or interpersonal situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbroglio",1,1,2 ], "a confused heap; jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbrue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbrue",1,1,2 ], "to stain, esp| with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbrue",1,1,3 ], "to permeate or impregnate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbue",1,1,2 ], "usually foll| by with) to instil or inspire (with ideals, principles, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imbue",1,1,3 ], "to soak, esp| with moisture, dye, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imidazole",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline basic heterocyclic compound; 1,3-diazole| Formula: C3H4N2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imidazole",1,1,2 ], "any substituted derivative of this compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imide",1,1,1 ], "-CONHCO-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds whose molecules contain the divalent group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imine",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds in which a nitrogen atom is bound to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imine",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen atom and to two alkyl or aryl groups| They contain the divalent group NH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iminourea",1,1,1 ], "another name for guanidine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitate",1,1,1 ], "to try to follow the manner, style, character, etc|, of or take as a model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitate",1,1,2 ], "to pretend to be or to impersonate, esp| for humour; mimic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitate",1,1,3 ], "to make a copy or reproduction of; duplicate; counterfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitate",1,1,4 ], "to make or be like; resemble or simulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,1 ], "the act, practice, or art of imitating; mimicry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,2 ], "an instance or product of imitating, such as a copy of the manner of a person;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,2 ], "impression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,2,1 ], "a copy or reproduction of a genuine article; counterfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,3 ], "(in contrapuntal or polyphonic music) the repetition of a phrase or figure in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,3 ], "one part after its appearance in another, as in a fugue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,4 ], "a literary composition that adapts the style of an older work to the writer's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitation",1,1,4 ], "own purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imitative",1,1,1 ], "imitating or tending to imitate or copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitative",1,1,2 ], "characterized by imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitative",1,1,3 ], "copying or reproducing the features of an original, esp| in an inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imitative",1,1,3 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imitative",1,1,4 ], "another word for onomatopoeic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imit|",1,1,1 ], "imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imit|",1,1,2 ], "imitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaculate",1,1,1 ], "completely clean; extremely tidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaculate",1,1,2 ], "completely flawless, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaculate",1,1,3 ], "morally pure; free from sin or corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaculate",1,1,4 ], "of only one colour, with no spots or markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immanent",1,1,1 ], "existing, operating, or remaining within; inherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immanent",1,1,2 ], "(of a mental act) occurring entirely within the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immanent",1,1,3 ], "(of God) present throughout the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immanentism",1,1,1 ], "belief in the immanence of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaterial",1,1,1 ], "of no real importance; inconsequential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaterial",1,1,2 ], "not formed of matter; incorporeal; spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaterialism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the material world exists only in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaterialism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that only immaterial substances or spiritual beings exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immaterialize",1,1,1 ], "to make immaterial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immature",1,1,1 ], "not fully grown or developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immature",1,1,2 ], "deficient in maturity; lacking wisdom, insight, emotional stability, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immature",1,1,3 ], "a less common term for youthful ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immeasurable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being measured, esp| by virtue of great size; limitless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediate annuity",1,1,1 ], "an annuity that starts less than a year after its purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediate constituent",1,1,1 ], "a constituent of a linguistic construction at the first step in an analysis;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediate constituent",1,1,1 ], "for example, the immediate constituents of a sentence are the subject and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immediate constituent",1,1,1 ], "predicate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "immediate",1,1,1 ], "taking place or accomplished without delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediate",1,1,2 ], "closest or most direct in effect or relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediate",1,1,3 ], "having no intervening medium; direct in effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediate",1,1,4 ], "contiguous in space, time, or relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediate",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to an object or concept that is directly known or intuited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediately",1,1,1 ], "without delay or intervention; at once; instantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediately",1,1,2 ], "very closely or directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediately",1,1,3 ], "near or close by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immediately",1,2,1 ], "at the same time as; as soon as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immedicable",1,1,1 ], "(of wounds) unresponsive to treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immemorial",1,1,1 ], "immemorial)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immemorial",1,1,1 ], "originating in the distant past; ancient (postpositive in the phrase time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immense",1,1,1 ], "unusually large; huge; vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immense",1,1,2 ], "without limits; immeasurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immense",1,1,3 ], "very good; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immensity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being immense; vastness; enormity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immensity",1,1,2 ], "enormous expanse, distance, or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immensity",1,1,3 ], "a huge amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immensurable",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for immeasurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immerge",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for immerse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immerse",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to plunge or dip into liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immerse",1,1,2 ], "to involve deeply; engross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immerse",1,1,3 ], "to baptize by immersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersed",1,1,1 ], "sunk or submerged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersed",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) growing completely submerged in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersed",1,1,3 ], "(of a plant or animal organ) embedded in another organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersion heater",1,1,1 ], "an electrical device, usually thermostatically controlled, for heating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersion heater",1,1,1 ], "liquid in which it is immersed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immersion",1,1,1 ], "a form of baptism in which part or the whole of a person's body is submerged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersion",1,1,1 ], "in the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immersion",1,1,2 ], "the disappearance of a celestial body prior to an eclipse or occultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersion",1,1,3 ], "the act of immersing or state of being immersed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immersionism",1,1,1 ], "baptism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immersionism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that immersion is the only true and valid form of Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immesh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of enmesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immethodical",1,1,1 ], "lacking in method or planning; disorganized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immigrant",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who immigrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immigrant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immigrant",1,1,2 ], "a person who has been settled in a country of which he is not a native for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immigrant",1,1,2 ], "less than ten years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immigrant",1,1,3 ], "an animal or plant that lives or grows in a region to which it has recently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immigrant",1,1,3 ], "migrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immigrate",1,1,1 ], "there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immigrate",1,1,1 ], "to come to a place or country of which one is not a native in order to settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immigrate",1,2,1 ], "(of an animal or plant) to migrate to a new geographical area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immigrate",1,3,1 ], "to introduce or bring in as an immigrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imminent",1,1,1 ], "liable to happen soon; impending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imminent",1,1,2 ], "jutting out or overhanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immingle",1,1,1 ], "to blend or mix together; intermingle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immiscible",1,1,1 ], "(of two or more liquids) incapable of being mixed to form a homogeneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immiscible",1,1,1 ], "substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immitigable",1,1,1 ], "unable to be mitigated; relentless; unappeasable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immix",1,1,1 ], "to mix in; commix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immobile",1,1,1 ], "not moving; motionless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immobile",1,1,2 ], "not able to move or be moved; fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immobilism",1,1,1 ], "a strongly reactionary political policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immobilize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become immobile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immobilize",1,1,1,1 ], "to remove (specie) from circulation and hold it as a reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immobilize",1,1,1,2 ], "to convert (circulating capital) into fixed capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoderate",1,1,1 ], "lacking in moderation; excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoderate",1,1,2 ], "venial; intemperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immodest",1,1,1 ], "indecent, esp| with regard to sexual propriety; improper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immodest",1,1,2 ], "bold, impudent, or shameless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immolate",1,1,1 ], "to kill or offer as a sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immolate",1,1,2 ], "to sacrifice (something highly valued)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoral",1,1,1 ], "transgressing accepted moral rules; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoral",1,1,2 ], "sexually dissolute; profligate or promiscuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoral",1,1,3 ], "unscrupulous or unethical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoral",1,1,4 ], "tending to corrupt or resulting from corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoralist",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates or practises immorality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immorality",1,1,1 ], "the quality, character, or state of being immoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immorality",1,1,2 ], "immoral behaviour, esp| in sexual matters; licentiousness; profligacy or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immorality",1,1,2 ], "promiscuity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immorality",1,1,3 ], "an immoral act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortal",1,1,1 ], "not subject to death or decay; having perpetual life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortal",1,1,2 ], "having everlasting fame; remembered throughout time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortal",1,1,3 ], "everlasting; perpetual; constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to immortal beings or concepts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortal",1,2,1 ], "an immortal being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortal",1,2,2 ], "a person who is remembered enduringly, esp| an author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortalize",1,1,1 ], "to give everlasting fame to, as by treating in a literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortalize",1,1,2 ], "to give immortality to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortelle",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants, mostly of the family Compositae (composites), that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immortelle",1,1,1 ], "retain their colour when dried, esp| Xeranthemum annuum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immotile",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of living organisms or their parts) not motile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,1 ], "unable to move or be moved; fixed; immobile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,2 ], "unable to be diverted from one's intentions; steadfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,3 ], "unaffected by feeling; impassive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,4 ], "unchanging; unalterable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,5 ], "(of feasts, holidays, etc|) occurring on the same date every year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,5,1 ], "(of property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,6 ], "not liable to be removed fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immovable",1,1,6,2 ], "of or relating to immoveables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immoveables",1,1,1 ], "(in most foreign legal systems) real property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immune",1,1,1 ], "or acquired resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immune",1,1,1 ], "protected against a specific disease by inoculation or as the result of innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immune",1,1,2 ], "relating to or conferring immunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immune",1,1,3 ], "unsusceptible (to) or secure (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immune",1,1,4 ], "exempt from obligation, penalty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immune",1,2,1 ], "an immune person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunity",1,1,1 ], "antibodies or as a result of inoculation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immunity",1,1,1 ], "the ability of an organism to resist disease, as by producing its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunity",1,1,2 ], "freedom from obligation or duty, esp| exemption from tax, duty, legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunity",1,1,2 ], "liability, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immunity",1,1,3 ], "any special privilege granting immunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunity",1,1,4 ], "obligations or liabilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immunity",1,1,4 ], "the exemption of ecclesiastical persons or property from various civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunize",1,1,1 ], "to make immune, esp| by inoculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immuno-",1,1,1 ], "indicating immunity or immune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunoassay",1,1,1 ], "a technique of identifying a substance, esp| a protein, through its action as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunoassay",1,1,1 ], "an antigen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immunochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the study of the chemical reactions of immunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunogenetics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the relationship between immunity and genetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunogenic",1,1,1 ], "causing or producing immunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunoglobulin",1,1,1 ], "abundant ones are immunoglobulin G and immunoglobulin A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "immunoglobulin",1,1,1 ], "any of five classes of proteins, all of which show antibody activity| The most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biological science concerned with the study of immunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunoreaction",1,1,1 ], "the reaction between an antigen and its antibody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immunotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of disease by stimulating the body's production of antibodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immure",1,1,1 ], "to enclose within or as if within walls; imprison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immure",1,1,2 ], "to shut (oneself) away from society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immure",1,1,3 ], "to build into or enclose within a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immure",1,1,4 ], "to surround or fortify with walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "immutable",1,1,1 ], "unchanging through time; unalterable; ageless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp",1,1,1 ], "a small demon or devil; mischievous sprite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp",1,2,1 ], "the wing of a hawk or falcon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imp",1,2,1 ], "to insert (new feathers) into the stumps of broken feathers in order to repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impact",1,1,1 ], "the act of one body, object, etc|, striking another; collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impact",1,1,2 ], "the force with which one thing hits another or with which two objects collide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impact",1,1,3 ], "the impression made by an idea, cultural movement, social group, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impact",1,2,1 ], "($Im!pkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impact",1,2,2 ], "to drive or press (an object) firmly into (another object, thing, etc|) or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impact",1,2,2 ], "two objects) to be driven or pressed firmly together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impacted",1,1,1 ], "(of a tooth) unable to erupt, esp| because of being wedged against another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impacted",1,1,1 ], "tooth below the gum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impacted",1,1,2 ], "(of a fracture) having the jagged broken ends wedged into each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impair",1,1,1 ], "to reduce or weaken in strength, quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impala",1,1,1 ], "an antelope, Aepyceros melampus, of southern and eastern Africa, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impala",1,1,1 ], "lyre-shaped horns and able to move with enormous leaps when disturbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impale",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on, upon, or with) to pierce with a sharp instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impale",1,1,2 ], "to enclose with pales or fencing; fence in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impale",1,1,3 ], "to charge (a shield) with two coats of arms placed side by side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impalpable",1,1,1 ], "imperceptible, esp| to the touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impalpable",1,1,2 ], "difficult to understand; abstruse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impanation",1,1,1 ], "the embodiment of Christ in the consecrated bread and wine of the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impanel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of empanel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imparadise",1,1,1 ], "to make blissfully happy; enrapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imparadise",1,1,2 ], "to make into or like paradise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imparipinnate",1,1,1 ], "(of pinnate leaves) having a terminal unpaired leaflet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imparisyllabic",1,1,1 ], "(of a noun or verb in inflected languages) having inflected forms with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imparisyllabic",1,1,1 ], "different numbers of syllables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imparity",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for disparity ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impart",1,1,1 ], "to communicate (information, etc|); relate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impart",1,1,2 ], "to give or bestow (something, esp| an abstract quality)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impartial",1,1,1 ], "not prejudiced towards or against any particular side or party; fair;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impartial",1,1,1 ], "unbiased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impartible",1,1,1 ], "(of land, an estate, etc|) incapable of partition indivisible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impartible",1,1,2 ], "capable of being imparted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impassable",1,1,1 ], "(of terrain, roads, etc|) not able to be travelled through or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impasse",1,1,1 ], "a situation in which progress is blocked; an insurmountable difficulty;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impasse",1,1,1 ], "stalemate; deadlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impassible",1,1,1 ], "not susceptible to pain or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impassible",1,1,2 ], "impassive or unmoved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impassion",1,1,1 ], "to arouse the passions of inflame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impassioned",1,1,1 ], "filled with passion; fiery; inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impassive",1,1,1 ], "not revealing or affected by emotion; reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impassive",1,1,2 ], "calm; serene; imperturbable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impassive",1,1,3 ], "unconscious or insensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impaste",1,1,1 ], "to apply paint thickly to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impasto",1,1,1 ], "paint applied thickly, so that brush and palette knife marks are evident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impasto",1,1,2 ], "the technique of applying paint in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impatience",1,1,1 ], "delays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impatience",1,1,1 ], "lack of patience; intolerance of or irritability with anything that impedes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impatience",1,1,2 ], "restless desire for change and excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impatiens",1,1,1 ], "and policeman's helmet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impatiens",1,1,1 ], "any balsaminaceous plant of the genus Impatiens, such as balsam, touch-me-not," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impatient",1,1,1 ], "lacking patience; easily irritated at delay, opposition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impatient",1,1,2 ], "exhibiting lack of patience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impatient",1,2,1 ], "intolerant (of) or indignant (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impatient",1,3,1 ], "restlessly eager (for something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeach",1,1,1 ], "to bring a charge or accusation against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeach",1,1,2 ], "criminal law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeach",1,1,3 ], "to accuse of a crime, esp| of treason or some other offence against the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeach",1,1,4 ], "to charge (a public official) with an offence committed in office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeach",1,1,5 ], "to challenge or question (a person's honesty, integrity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeachable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being impeached or accused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeachable",1,1,2 ], "(of an offence) making a person liable to impeachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeachment",1,1,1 ], "(in England) committal by the House of Commons, esp| of a minister of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeachment",1,1,1 ], "Crown, for trial by the House of Lords|The last instance occurred in 1805" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impeachment",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a proceeding brought against a federal government official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeachment",1,1,3 ], "an accusation or charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeachment",1,1,4 ], "discredit; reproach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impearl",1,1,1 ], "to adorn with pearls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impearl",1,1,2 ], "to form into pearl-like shapes or drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeccable",1,1,1 ], "without flaw or error; faultless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeccable",1,1,2 ], "incapable of sinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeccant",1,1,1 ], "not sinning; free from sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impecunious",1,1,1 ], "without money; penniless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the opposition to the flow of an alternating current equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,1 ], "in ohms| Symbol: Z" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,1 ], "square root of the sum of the squares of the resistance and the reactance, expressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,2 ], "a component that offers impedance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,3 ], "the medium through a specified surface due to the sound wave| Symbol: Za" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,3 ], "the ratio of the sound pressure in a medium to the rate of alternating flow of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,4 ], "the ratio of the mechanical force, acting in the direction of motion, to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impedance",1,1,4 ], "velocity of the resulting vibration| Symbol: Zm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impede",1,1,1 ], "to restrict or retard in action, progress, etc| hinder obstruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impediment",1,1,1 ], "a hindrance or obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impediment",1,1,2 ], "a physical defect, esp| one of speech, such as a stammer|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impediment",1,1,3 ], "an obstruction to the making of a contract, esp| a contract of marriage by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impediment",1,1,3 ], "reason of closeness of blood or affinity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impedimenta",1,1,1 ], "the baggage and equipment carried by an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impedimenta",1,1,2 ], "any objects or circumstances that impede progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impedimenta",1,1,3 ], "a plural of impediment ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impel",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impel",1,1,2 ], "to push, drive, or force into motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeller",1,1,1 ], "the vaned rotating disc of a centrifugal pump, compressor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impeller",1,1,2 ], "a compressor or centrifugal pump having such an impeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impend",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of something threatening) to be about to happen; be imminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impend",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impend",1,1,3 ], "to be suspended; hang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impenetrable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being pierced through or penetrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impenetrable",1,1,2 ], "incapable of being understood; incomprehensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impenetrable",1,1,3 ], "incapable of being seen through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impenetrable",1,1,4 ], "not susceptible to ideas, influence, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impenetrable",1,1,5 ], "(of a body) incapable of occupying the same space as another body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impenitent",1,1,1 ], "not sorry or penitent; unrepentant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impennate",1,1,1 ], "(of birds) lacking true functional wings or feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,1,1 ], "extremely urgent or important; essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,1,2 ], "peremptory or authoritative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,1,3 ], "English the verb root without any inflections is the usual form, as for example leave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,1,3 ], "denoting a mood of verbs used in giving orders, making requests, etc| In" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,1,3 ], "in Leave me alone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,2,1 ], "something that is urgent or essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,2,2 ], "an order or command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,2,2,1 ], "the imperative mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperative",1,2,2,2 ], "a verb in this mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperator",1,1,1,1 ], "(in imperial Rome)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperator",1,1,2 ], "a title of the emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperator",1,1,2,2 ], "(in republican Rome) a temporary title of honour bestowed upon a victorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperator",1,1,2,2 ], "general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperator",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperceptible",1,1,1 ], "too slight, subtle, gradual, etc|, to be perceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperceptive",1,1,1 ], "impercipient| lacking in perception obtuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect competition",1,1,1 ], "for perfect competition do not hold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect competition",1,1,1 ], "the market situation that exists when one or more of the necessary conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting or characterized by faults, mistakes, etc|; defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,2 ], "not fully complete or finished; incomplete; deficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,3 ], "(of flowers) lacking functional stamens or pistils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,4 ], "denoting a tense of verbs used most commonly in describing continuous or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,4 ], "repeated past actions or events, as for example was walking as opposed to walked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,5 ], "(of a trust, obligation, etc|) lacking some necessary formality to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,5 ], "effective or binding; incomplete; legally unenforceable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,5,1 ], "(of a cadence)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,6 ], "proceeding to the dominant from the tonic, subdominant, or any chord other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,6 ], "than the dominant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,1,6,2 ], "of or relating to all intervals other than the fourth, fifth, and octave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,2,1,1 ], "the imperfect tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfect",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfection",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfection",1,1,2 ], "a fault or defect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfective",1,1,1 ], "denoting an aspect of the verb in some languages, including English, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfective",1,1,1 ], "indicate that the action is in progress without regard to its completion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperfective",1,2,1,1 ], "the imperfective aspect of a verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperfective",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperforate",1,1,1 ], "not perforated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperforate",1,1,2 ], "(of a postage stamp) not provided with perforation or any other means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperforate",1,1,2 ], "separation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperforate",1,1,3 ], "(of a bodily part, such as the anus) without the normal opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperf|",1,1,1 ], "imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperf|",1,1,2 ], "(of stamps) imperforate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial gallon",1,1,1 ], "a formal name for gallon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an empire, emperor, or empress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or befitting an emperor; majestic; commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of or exercising supreme authority; imperious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of products and commodities) of a superior size or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,1,5 ], "(of weights, measures, etc|) conforming to standards or definitions legally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,1,5 ], "established in Great Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,1 ], "Brit|) 11 by 15 inches (imperial quarto)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,1 ], "any of various book sizes, esp| 7 by 11 inches (imperial octavo) or (chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,2 ], "(Brit|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,2 ], "a size of writing or printing paper, 23 by 31 inches (U|S|) or 22 by 30 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,3 ], "(formerly) a Russian gold coin originally worth ten roubles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,3,1 ], "the top of a carriage, such as a diligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,3,2 ], "a luggage case carried there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,4 ], "a dome that has a point at the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,5 ], "a small tufted beard popularized by the emperor Napoleon III" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperial",1,2,6 ], "a member of an imperial family, esp| an emperor or empress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperialism",1,1,1 ], "the policy or practice of extending a state's rule over other territories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperialism",1,1,2 ], "an instance or policy of aggressive behaviour by one state against another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperialism",1,1,3 ], "any person, country, institution, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperialism",1,1,3 ], "the extension or attempted extension of authority, influence, power, etc|, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperialism",1,1,4 ], "a system of imperial government or rule by an emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperialism",1,1,5 ], "the spirit, character, authority, etc|, of an empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperialism",1,1,6 ], "advocacy of or support for any form of imperialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperil",1,1,1 ], "to place in danger or jeopardy endanger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperious",1,1,1 ], "domineering; arrogant; overbearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperious",1,1,2 ], "urgent; imperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperishable",1,1,1 ], "not subject to decay or deterioration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperishable",1,1,2 ], "not likely to be forgotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperium",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) the supreme power, held esp| by consuls and emperors, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperium",1,1,1 ], "command and administer in military, judicial, and civil affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imperium",1,1,2 ], "the right to command; supreme power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperium",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impermanent",1,1,1 ], "not permanent; fleeting; transitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impermeable",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) not allowing the passage of a fluid through interstices not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impermeable",1,1,1 ], "permeable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impermissible",1,1,1 ], "not permissible; not allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperscriptible",1,1,1 ], "not supported by written authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonal",1,1,1 ], "without reference to any individual person; objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonal",1,1,2 ], "devoid of human warmth or sympathy; cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonal",1,1,3 ], "not having human characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonal",1,1,4 ], "(of a verb) having no logical subject|Usually in English the pronoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonal",1,1,5 ], "it is used in such cases as a grammatical subject, as for example in It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonal",1,1,5 ], "raining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impersonal",1,1,6 ], "(of a pronoun) not denoting a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonalize",1,1,1 ], "to make impersonal, esp| to rid of such human characteristics as sympathy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonalize",1,1,1 ], "warmth, etc| dehumanize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impersonate",1,1,1 ], "to pretend to be (another person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonate",1,1,2 ], "to imitate the character, mannerisms, etc|, of (another person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonate",1,1,3 ], "to play the part or character of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impersonate",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for personify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impers|",1,1,1 ], "impersonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impertinence",1,1,1 ], "disrespectful behaviour or language; rudeness; insolence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impertinence",1,1,2 ], "an impertinent act, gesture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impertinence",1,1,3 ], "lack of pertinence; irrelevance; inappropriateness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impertinent",1,1,1 ], "rude; insolent; impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impertinent",1,1,2 ], "irrelevant or inappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imperturbable",1,1,1 ], "not easily perturbed; calm; unruffled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impervious",1,1,1 ], "not able to be penetrated, as by water, light, etc|; impermeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impervious",1,1,2 ], "not able to be influenced (by) or not receptive (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imper|",1,1,1 ], "imperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetigo",1,1,1 ], "a contagious bacterial skin disease characterized by the formation of pustules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetigo",1,1,1 ], "that develop into yellowish crusty sores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impetrate",1,1,1 ], "to supplicate or entreat for, esp| by prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetrate",1,1,2 ], "to obtain by prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetuous",1,1,1 ], "liable to act without consideration; rash; impulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetuous",1,1,2 ], "resulting from or characterized by rashness or haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetuous",1,1,3 ], "moving with great force or violence; rushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetus",1,1,1 ], "an impelling movement or force; incentive or impulse; stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impetus",1,1,2 ], "body's motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impetus",1,1,2 ], "the force that sets a body in motion or that tends to resist changes in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impf|",1,1,1 ], "imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impi",1,1,1 ], "a group of Bantu warriors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impiety",1,1,1 ], "lack of reverence or proper respect for a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impiety",1,1,2 ], "any lack of proper respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impiety",1,1,3 ], "an impious act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impinge",1,1,1 ], "to encroach or infringe; trespass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impinge",1,2,1 ], "to collide (with); strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impingement attack",1,1,1 ], "a form of corrosion of metals caused by erosion of the oxide layer by a moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impingement attack",1,1,1 ], "fluid in which there are suspended particles or air bubbles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impious",1,1,1 ], "lacking piety or reverence for a god; ungodly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impious",1,1,2 ], "lacking respect; undutiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impish",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling an imp; mischievous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implacable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being placated or pacified; unappeasable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implacable",1,1,2 ], "inflexible; intractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implacental",1,1,1 ], "another word for aplacental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implant",1,1,1 ], "($Im!pl$a$:nt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implant",1,2,1 ], "to establish firmly; inculcate; instil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implant",1,2,2 ], "to plant or embed; infix; entrench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implant",1,2,2,1 ], "to graft (a tissue, etc|) into the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implant",1,2,2,2 ], "to insert (a radioactive substance, hormone, etc|) into the tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implant",1,3,1 ], "anything implanted, esp| surgically, such as a tissue graft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implantation",1,1,1 ], "the act of implanting or the state of being implanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implantation",1,1,2 ], "the attachment of the blastocyst of a mammalian embryo to the wall of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implantation",1,1,2 ], "uterus of the mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "implausible",1,1,1 ], "not plausible; provoking disbelief; unlikely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implead",1,1,1,1 ], "to sue or prosecute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implead",1,1,1,2 ], "to bring an action against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implead",1,1,2 ], "to accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implement",1,1,1 ], "a piece of equipment; tool or utensil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implement",1,1,2 ], "something used to achieve a purpose; agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implement",1,3,1 ], "to carry out; put into action; perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implement",1,3,2 ], "to supply with tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implement",1,3,3 ], "to complete, satisfy, or fulfil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implicate",1,1,1 ], "to show to be involved, esp| in a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implicate",1,1,2 ], "to involve as a necessary inference; imply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implicate",1,1,3 ], "to affect intimately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implicate",1,1,4 ], "to intertwine or entangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implication",1,1,1 ], "the act of implicating or the state of being implicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implication",1,1,2 ], "something that is implied; suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implication",1,1,3 ], "a relation between two propositions, such that the second can be logically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implication",1,1,3 ], "deduced from the first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "implicit" ,1, 1, 1],"not explicit; implied; indirect",1). c_DEF([ "implicit" ,1, 1, 2],"absolute and unreserved; unquestioning",1). c_DEF([ "implicit" ,1, 1, 3],"contained or inherent",1). c_DEF([ "implicit" ,1, 1, 4],"(of a function) having an equation of the form f(x,y) = 0, in which",1). c_DEF([ "implicit" ,1, 1, 5],"y cannot be directly expressed in terms of x, as in xy,,x ,2 + y ,3 x ,2 = 0",1). c_DEF([ "implicit" ,1, 1, 6],"intertwined",1). c_DEF([ "implied",1,1,1 ], "hinted at or suggested; not directly expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implode",1,1,1 ], "external pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "implode",1,1,1 ], "to collapse or cause to collapse inwards in a violent manner as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implode",1,2,1 ], "to pronounce (a consonant) with or by implosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implore",1,1,1 ], "to beg or ask (someone) earnestly (to do something); plead with; beseech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implore",1,1,2 ], "to ask earnestly or piteously for; supplicate; beg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implosion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of imploding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implosion",1,1,2 ], "ingressive consonant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "implosion",1,1,2 ], "the suction or inhalation of breath employed in the pronunciation of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implosive",1,1,1 ], "pronounced by or with implosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "implosive",1,2,1 ], "an implosive consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imply",1,1,1 ], "(tr|; may take a clause as object) to express or indicate by a hint; suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imply",1,1,2 ], "to suggest or involve as a necessary consequence or connotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imply",1,1,3 ], "to entangle or enfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impolder",1,1,1 ], "to make into a polder; reclaim (land) from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impolicy",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of being unjudicious or impolitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impolite",1,1,1 ], "discourteous; rude; uncivil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impolitic",1,1,1 ], "not politic or expedient; unwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imponderabilia",1,1,1 ], "imponderables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imponderable",1,1,1 ], "unable to be weighed or assessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imponderable",1,2,1 ], "something difficult or impossible to assess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imponent",1,1,1 ], "a person who imposes a duty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,1,1 ], "($Im!p@$$:t, !$Imp@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,1,2 ], "to buy or bring in (goods or services) from a foreign country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,2,1 ], "to bring in from an outside source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,2,2 ], "to signify or be significant; mean; convey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,3,1,1 ], "goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,3,2 ], "(visible imports) or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,3,3 ], "(invisible imports) that are bought from foreign countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,3,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,3,4 ], "significance or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,3,5 ], "meaning or signification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "import",1,3,6 ], "a sportsman who is not native to the area where he plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importance",1,1,1 ], "the state of being important; significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importance",1,1,2 ], "social status; standing; esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importance",1,1,2,1 ], "meaning or signification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importance",1,1,2,2 ], "an important matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importance",1,1,2,3 ], "importunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "important",1,1,1 ], "of great significance or value; outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "important",1,1,2 ], "of social significance; notable; eminent; esteemed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "important",1,1,3 ], "specially relevant or of great concern (to); valued highly (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "important",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for importunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importation",1,1,1 ], "the act, business, or process of importing goods or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importation",1,1,2 ], "an imported product or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importunate",1,1,1 ], "persistent or demanding; insistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importunate",1,1,2 ], "troublesome; annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importune",1,1,1 ], "to harass with persistent requests; demand of (someone) insistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importune",1,1,2 ], "to beg for persistently; request with insistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importune",1,1,2,1 ], "to anger or annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "importune",1,1,2,2 ], "to force; impel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon) to establish as something to be obeyed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,1,1 ], "complied with; enforce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,1,2 ], "to force (oneself, one's presence, etc|) on another or others; obtrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,2,1 ], "to take advantage, as of a person or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,3,1 ], "and folding the pages will be in the correct order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,3,1 ], "to arrange (pages, type, etc|) for locking into a chase so that after printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,4,1 ], "to pass off deceptively; foist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,5,1 ], "(of a bishop or priest) to lay (the hands) on the head of a candidate for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impose",1,5,1 ], "certain sacraments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imposing stone",1,1,1 ], "a flat hard surface upon which pages are imposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imposing",1,1,1 ], "grand or impressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imposition",1,1,1 ], "the act of imposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imposition",1,1,2 ], "punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imposition",1,1,2 ], "something that is imposed, esp| (in Britain) a task set as a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imposition",1,1,3 ], "pages in the correct order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imposition",1,1,3 ], "the arrangement of pages for printing so that the finished work will have its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impossibility",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impossibility",1,1,2 ], "something that is impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impossible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being done, undertaken, or experienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impossible",1,1,2 ], "incapable of occurring or happening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impossible",1,1,3 ], "absurd or inconceivable; unreasonable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impossible",1,1,4 ], "intolerable; outrageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impost",1,1,1 ], "a tax, esp| a customs duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impost",1,1,2 ], "the specific weight that a particular horse must carry in a handicap race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impost",1,2,1 ], "to classify (imported goods) according to the duty payable on them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impost",2,1,1 ], "a member at the top of a wall, pier, or column that supports an arch, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impost",2,1,1 ], "that has a projecting moulding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impostor",1,1,1 ], "a person who deceives others, esp| by assuming a false identity; charlatan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impostume",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for abscess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imposture" ,1, 1, 1],"the act or an instance of deceiving others, esp| by assuming a false identity",1). c_DEF([ "impotent",1,1,1 ], "lacking sufficient strength; powerless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impotent",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of males) unable to perform sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impotent",1,1,3 ], "lacking self-control; unrestrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impound",1,1,1 ], "to confine (stray animals, illegally parked cars, etc|) in a pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impound",1,1,1,1 ], "to seize (chattels, etc|) by legal right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impound",1,1,1,2 ], "to take possession of (a document, evidence, etc|) and hold in legal custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impound",1,1,2 ], "to collect (water) in a reservoir or dam, as for irrigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impound",1,1,3 ], "to seize or appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impoverish",1,1,1 ], "to make poor or diminish the quality of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impoverish",1,1,2 ], "to deprive (soil, etc|) of fertility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impower",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of empower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impracticable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being put into practice or accomplished; not feasible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impracticable",1,1,2 ], "unsuitable for a desired use; unfit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impracticable",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for intractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impractical",1,1,1 ], "not practical or workable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impractical",1,1,2 ], "not given to practical matters or gifted with practical skills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprecate",1,1,1 ], "to swear, curse, or blaspheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprecate",1,2,1 ], "to invoke or bring down (evil, a curse, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprecate",1,3,1 ], "to put a curse on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprecation",1,1,1 ], "the act of imprecating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprecation",1,1,2 ], "a malediction; curse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprecise",1,1,1 ], "not precise; inexact or inaccurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnable",1,1,1 ], "unable to be broken into or taken by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnable",1,1,2 ], "unable to be shaken or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnable",1,1,3 ], "incapable of being refuted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnable",2,1,1 ], "able to be impregnated; fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnate",1,2,1 ], "to saturate, soak, or infuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnate",1,2,2 ], "to imbue or permeate; pervade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnate",1,2,3 ], "to cause to conceive; make pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnate",1,2,4 ], "to fertilize (an ovum)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnate",1,2,5 ], "to make (land, soil, etc|) fruitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnate",1,3,1 ], "($Im!pr$egn$It, -ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impregnate",1,3,2 ], "pregnant or fertilized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impresa",1,1,1 ], "an emblem or device, usually a motto, as on a coat of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impresario",1,1,1 ], "a producer or sponsor of public entertainments, esp| musical or theatrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impresario",1,1,1 ], "ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impresario",1,1,2 ], "the director or manager of an opera, ballet, or other performing company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprescriptible",1,1,1 ], "immune or exempt from prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,1,1 ], "($Im!pr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,2,1 ], "to make an impression on; have a strong, lasting, or favourable effect on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,2,2 ], "to produce (an imprint, etc|) by pressure in or on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by on) to stress (something to a person); urge; emphasize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,2,4 ], "to exert pressure on; press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,2,5 ], "to apply (a voltage) to a circuit or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of impressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",1,3,2 ], "a mark, imprint, or effect produced by impressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",2,1,1 ], "($Im!pr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",2,1,2 ], "to commandeer or coerce (men or things) into government service; press-gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impress",2,2,1 ], "the act of commandeering or coercing into government service; impressment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,1 ], "an effect produced in the mind by a stimulus; sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,2 ], "an imprint or mark produced by pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,3 ], "a vague idea, consciousness, or belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,4 ], "a strong, favourable, or remarkable effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,5 ], "the act of impressing or the state of being impressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,5,1 ], "the act, process, or result of printing from type, plates, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,5,2 ], "one of a number of printings of a publication printed from the same setting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,5,2 ], "type with no or few alterations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,5,3 ], "the total number of copies of a publication printed at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,6 ], "an imprint of the teeth and gums, esp| in wax or plaster, for use in preparing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,6 ], "crowns, inlays, or dentures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impression",1,1,7 ], "an imitation or impersonation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressionable",1,1,1 ], "easily influenced or characterized by susceptibility to influence;an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressionable",1,1,1 ], "impressionable child; an impressionable age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impressionism",1,1,1 ], "Renoir, Pissarro, and Sisley, having the aim of objectively recording experience by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impressionism",1,1,1 ], "a movement in French painting, developed in the 1870s chiefly by Monet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressionism",1,1,1 ], "system of fleeting impressions, esp| of natural light effects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "impressionism",1,1,2 ], "capturing fleeting impressions of reality or of mood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impressionism",1,1,2 ], "the technique in art, literature, or music of conveying experience by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressionist",1,1,1 ], "any of the French painters of the late 19th century who were exponents of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressionist",1,1,1 ], "impressionism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impressionist",1,1,2 ], "any artist, composer, or writer who uses impressionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressionist",1,1,3 ], "an entertainer who impersonates famous people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressionist",1,2,1 ], "denoting, of, or relating to impressionism or the exponents of this style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressive",1,1,1 ], "capable of impressing, esp| by size, magnificence, etc|; awe-inspiring;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressive",1,1,1 ], "commanding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impressment",1,1,1 ], "the commandeering or conscription of things or men into government service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impressure",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprest",1,1,1 ], "an advance from government funds for the performance of some public business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprest",1,1,1 ], "or service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imprest",1,1,2 ], "expenditure; contingency account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imprest",1,1,2 ], "money advanced regularly to a military unit to cover incidental or unexpected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprest",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) an advance payment of income to a sailor or soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprimatur",1,1,1 ], "a licence granted by a bishop certifying the Church's approval of a book to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprimatur",1,1,1 ], "be published" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imprimatur",1,1,2 ], "sanction, authority, or approval, esp| for something to be printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprimis",1,1,1 ], "in the first place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,1,1 ], "a mark or impression produced by pressure, printing, or stamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,1,2 ], "a characteristic mark or indication; stamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,1,3 ], "book, pamphlet, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,1,3 ], "the publisher's name and address, usually with the date of publication, in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,1,4 ], "the printer's name and address on any printed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,2,1 ], "($Im!pr$Int)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,2,2 ], "stamping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,2,2 ], "to produce (a mark, impression, etc|) on (a surface) by pressure, printing, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprint",1,2,3 ], "to establish firmly; impress; stamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprinting",1,1,1 ], "of their own species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imprinting",1,1,1 ], "the development in young animals of recognition of and attraction to members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprison",1,1,1 ], "to confine in or as if in prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improbable",1,1,1 ], "not likely or probable; doubtful; unlikely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improbity",1,1,1 ], "dishonesty, wickedness, or unscrupulousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impromptu",1,1,1 ], "unrehearsed; spontaneous; extempore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impromptu",1,1,2 ], "produced or done without care or planning; improvised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impromptu",1,2,1 ], "in a spontaneous or improvised way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impromptu",1,3,1 ], "something that is impromptu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impromptu",1,3,2 ], "a short piece of instrumental music, sometimes improvisatory in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improper fraction",1,1,1 ], "a fraction in which the numerator has a greater absolute value or degree than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improper fraction",1,1,1 ], "the denominator, as 7/6 or (x#5%2,+,3)/(x,+,1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "improper integral",1,1,1 ], "a definite integral having one or both limits infinite or having an integrand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improper integral",1,1,1 ], "that becomes infinite within the limits of integration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "improper",1,1,1 ], "lacking propriety; not seemly or fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improper",1,1,2 ], "unsuitable for a certain use or occasion; inappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improper",1,1,3 ], "irregular or abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impropriate",1,1,1 ], "($Im!pr@@$upr$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impropriate",1,2,1 ], "to transfer (property, rights, etc|) from the Church into lay hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impropriate",1,3,1 ], "($Im!pr@@$upr$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impropriate",1,3,2 ], "transferred in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impropriety",1,1,1 ], "lack of propriety; indecency; indecorum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impropriety",1,1,2 ], "an improper act or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impropriety",1,1,3 ], "the state of being improper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improve",1,1,1 ], "to make or become better in quality; ameliorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improve",1,2,1 ], "to make (buildings, land, etc|) more valuable by additions or betterment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improve",1,3,1 ], "to achieve a better standard or quality in comparison (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improve",1,4,1 ], "on the improve| Austral| improving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvement",1,1,1 ], "the act of improving or the state of being improved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvement",1,1,2 ], "something that improves, esp| an addition or alteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvident",1,1,1 ], "not provident; thriftless, imprudent, or prodigal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvident",1,1,2 ], "heedless or incautious; rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvisation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of improvising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvisation",1,1,2 ], "a product of improvising; something improvised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvise",1,1,1 ], "previous planning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "improvise",1,1,1 ], "to perform or make quickly from materials and sources available, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "improvise",1,1,2 ], "to perform (a poem, play, piece of music, etc|), composing as one goes along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imprudent",1,1,1 ], "not prudent; rash, heedless, or indiscreet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impudence",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impudence",1,1,2 ], "an impudent act or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impudent",1,1,1 ], "mischievous, impertinent, or disrespectful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impudent",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for immodest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impudicity",1,1,1 ], "immodesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impugn",1,1,1 ], "to challenge or attack as false assail criticize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impuissant",1,1,1 ], "powerless, ineffectual, feeble, or impotent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse buying",1,1,1 ], "displayed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impulse buying",1,1,1 ], "the buying of retail merchandise prompted by a whim on seeing the product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse turbine",1,1,1 ], "a turbine in which the expansion of the fluid is completed in a static nozzle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse turbine",1,1,1 ], "curved rotor blades" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "impulse turbine",1,1,1 ], "the torque being produced by the change in momentum of the fluid impinging on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,1 ], "an impelling force or motion; thrust; impetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,2 ], "a sudden desire, whim, or inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,3 ], "an instinctive drive; urge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,4 ], "tendency; current; trend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,4,1 ], "for which it acts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,4,1 ], "the product of the average magnitude of a force acting on a body and the time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,4,2 ], "the change in the momentum of a body as a result of a force acting upon it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for pulse ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulse",1,1,6 ], "on impulse| spontaneously or impulsively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulsion",1,1,1 ], "the act of impelling or the state of being impelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulsion",1,1,2 ], "motion produced by an impulse; propulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulsion",1,1,3 ], "a driving force; compulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulsive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by actions based on sudden desires, whims, or inclinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulsive",1,1,1 ], "rather than careful thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impulsive",1,1,2 ], "based on emotional impulses or whims; spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulsive",1,1,3 ], "forceful, inciting, or impelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impulsive",1,1,4 ], "(of physical forces) acting for a short time; not continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impunity",1,1,1 ], "exemption or immunity from punishment or recrimination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impunity",1,1,2 ], "exemption or immunity from unpleasant consequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impunity",1,1,3 ], "with impunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impunity",1,1,3,1 ], "with no unpleasant consequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impunity",1,1,3,2 ], "with no care or heed for such consequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impure",1,1,1 ], "not pure; combined with something else; tainted or sullied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impure",1,1,2 ], "(in certain religions)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impure",1,1,2,1 ], "(of persons)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impure",1,1,3 ], "ritually unclean and as such debarred from certain religious ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impure",1,1,3,2 ], "(of foodstuffs, vessels, etc|) debarred from certain religious uses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impure",1,1,4 ], "(of a colour) mixed with another colour or with black or white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impure",1,1,5 ], "of more than one origin or style, as of architecture or other design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impurity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being impure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impurity",1,1,2 ], "an impure thing, constituent, or element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impurity",1,1,3 ], "a small quantity of an element added to a pure semiconductor crystal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impurity",1,1,3 ], "control its electrical conductivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "imputable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being imputed; attributable; ascribable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impute",1,1,1 ], "offence) to a person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "impute",1,1,1 ], "to attribute or ascribe (something dishonest or dishonourable, esp| a criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impute",1,1,2 ], "to attribute to a source or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "impv|",1,1,1 ], "imperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp| gal|",1,1,1 ], "imperial gallon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,1 ], "imperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,2 ], "imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,3 ], "imperial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,4 ], "impersonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,5 ], "import" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,6 ], "important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,7 ], "importer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "imp|",1,1,8 ], "imprimatur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in absentia",1,1,1 ], "in the absence of (someone indicated)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in aeternum",1,1,1 ], "forever; eternally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in beeV(in the U|S|)" ,1, 1, 1],"gigaelectronvolts (GeV)",1). c_DEF([ "in camera",1,2,1 ], "in a private or secret session; not in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in camera",1,2,1,1 ], "in the privacy of a judge's chambers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in camera",1,2,1,2 ], "in a court not open to the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in esse",1,1,1 ], "actually existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in extenso",1,1,1 ], "at full length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in extremis",1,1,1 ], "in extremity; in dire straits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in extremis",1,1,2 ], "at the point of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in loco parentis",1,1,1 ], "in place of a parent: said of a person acting in a parental capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in loc| cit|(in textual annotation)" ,1, 1, 1],"in loco citato",1). c_DEF([ "in medias res",1,1,1 ], "in or into the middle of events or a narrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in memoriam",1,1,1 ], "in memory of as a memorial to: used in obituaries, epitaphs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in mem|",1,1,1 ], "in memoriam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in nomine",1,1,1 ], "Gloria tibi Trinitas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "in nomine",1,1,1 ], "any of several pieces of music of the 16th or 17th centuries for keyboard or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in nomine",1,1,1 ], "for a consort of viols, based on a cantus firmus derived from the Vespers antiphon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in perpetuum",1,1,1 ], "for ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in personam",1,1,1 ], "(of a judicial act) directed against a specific person or persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in petto",1,1,1 ], "not disclosed: used of the names of cardinals designate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in posse",1,1,1 ], "possible; potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in propria persona",1,1,1 ], "in person; personally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in re",1,1,1 ], "in the matter of: used esp| in bankruptcy proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in rem",1,1,1 ], "(of a judicial act) directed against property rather than against a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in rem",1,1,1 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in rerum natura",1,1,1 ], "in the nature of things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in situ",1,2,1 ], "in the natural, original, or appropriate position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in situ",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of a cancerous growth or tumour) not seen to be spreading from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in situ",1,2,2 ], "localized position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in so far",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by as or that) to the degree or extent (that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in toto",1,1,1 ], "totally; entirely; completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in utero",1,1,1 ], "within the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in vacuo",1,1,1 ], "in a vacuum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in vacuo",1,1,2 ], "in isolation; without reference to facts or evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in vino veritas",1,1,1 ], "in wine there is truth people speak the truth when they are drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in vitro",1,2,1 ], "(of biological processes or reactions) made to occur outside the body of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in vitro",1,2,1 ], "organism in an artificial environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in vivo",1,2,1 ], "(of biological processes or experiments) occurring or carried out in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in vivo",1,2,1 ], "living organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,1 ], "inside; within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,10 ], "a variant of into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,11 ], "have it in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,12 ], "(often foll| by an infinitive) to have the ability (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,13 ], "in it| Austral| informal| joining in; taking part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,14 ], "in that or in so far as| because or to the extent that; inasmuch as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,15 ], "nothing, very little, quite a bit, etc|, in it| no, a great, etc|, difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,15 ], "or interval between two things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,2 ], "at a place where there is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,3 ], "indicating a state, situation, or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,4 ], "before or when (a period of time) has elapsed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,5 ], "using (a language, etc|) as a means of communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,6 ], "concerned or involved with, esp| as an occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,7 ], "while or by performing the action of; as a consequence of or by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,8 ], "used to indicate goal or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,9 ], "(used of certain animals) about to give birth to; pregnant with (specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,1,9 ], "offspring)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,1 ], "in or into a particular place; inward or indoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,10 ], "in on| acquainted with or sharing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,11 ], "in with| associated with; friendly with; regarded highly by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,12 ], "(someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,12 ], "have (got) it in for| to be seeking to give vent to a grievance against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,2 ], "so as to achieve office, power, or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,3 ], "so as to enclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,4 ], "(in certain games) so as to take one's turn or one's team's turn at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,4 ], "certain aspect of the play; taking one's innings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,5 ], "(of a fire) alight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,6 ], "indicating an activity or gathering, esp| one organized to protest against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,6 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,7 ], "in at| present at (the beginning, end, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,8 ], "in between| between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,2,9 ], "in for| about to be affected by (something, esp| something unpleasant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,3,1 ], "fashionable; modish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in",1,4,1 ], "ins and outs| intricacies or complications; details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-",1,1,1 ], "not; non-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-",2,1,1 ], "in; into; towards; within; on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-",2,1,2 ], "having an intensive or causative function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-and-in",1,1,1 ], "(of breeding) carried out repeatedly among closely related individuals of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-and-in",1,1,1 ], "same species to eliminate or intensify certain characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in-bond shop",1,1,1 ], "a duty-free shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-built",1,1,1 ], "built-in, integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-car",1,1,1 ], "provided within a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-flight",1,1,1 ], "provided during flight in an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-group",1,1,1 ], "a highly cohesive and relatively closed social group characterized by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-group",1,1,1 ], "preferential treatment reserved for its members and the strength of loyalty between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "in-house",1,2,1 ], "within an organization or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-law",1,1,1 ], "a relative by marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-law",1,2,1 ], "related by marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-off",1,1,1 ], "a shot that goes into a pocket after striking another ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in-tray",1,1,1 ], "a tray for incoming papers, etc|, requiring attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inability",1,1,1 ], "lack of ability or means; incapacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaccessible",1,1,1 ], "not accessible; unapproachable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaccuracy",1,1,1 ], "lack of accuracy; imprecision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaccuracy",1,1,2 ], "an error, mistake, or slip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaccurate",1,1,1 ], "not accurate; imprecise, inexact, or erroneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaction",1,1,1 ], "lack of action; idleness; inertia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inactivate",1,1,1 ], "to render inactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inactive",1,1,1 ], "idle or inert; not active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inactive",1,1,2 ], "sluggish, passive, or indolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inactive",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to persons or equipment not in active service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inactive",1,1,4 ], "(of a substance) having little or no reactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inactive",1,1,5 ], "(of an element, isotope, etc|) having little or no radioactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadequate",1,1,1 ], "not adequate; insufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadequate",1,1,2 ], "not capable or competent; lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadmissible",1,1,1 ], "not admissible or allowable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadvertence",1,1,1 ], "lack of attention; heedlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadvertence",1,1,2 ], "an instance or an effect of being inadvertent; oversight; slip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadvertent",1,1,1 ], "failing to act carefully or considerately; inattentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadvertent",1,1,2 ], "resulting from heedless action; unintentional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadvisable",1,1,1 ], "not advisable; not recommended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inadvisable",1,1,2 ], "unwise; imprudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inalienable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be transferred to another; not alienable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inalterable",1,1,1 ], "not alterable; unalterable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inamorata" ,1, 1, 1],"a person with whom one is in love; lover",1). c_DEF([ "inane",1,1,1 ], "senseless, unimaginative, or empty; unintelligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inane",1,2,1 ], "something empty or vacant, esp| the void of space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanimate",1,1,1 ], "lacking the qualities or features of living beings; not animate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanimate",1,1,2 ], "lacking any sign of life or consciousness; appearing dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanimate",1,1,3 ], "lacking vitality; spiritless; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanition",1,1,1 ], "exhaustion resulting from lack of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanition",1,1,2 ], "mental, social, or spiritual weakness or lassitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanity",1,1,1 ], "lack of intelligence or imagination; senselessness; silliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanity",1,1,2 ], "a senseless action, remark, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inanity",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for emptiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inappellable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being appealed against, as a court decision; unchallengeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inappetence",1,1,1 ], "lack of appetite or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inapplicable",1,1,1 ], "not applicable or suitable; irrelevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inapposite",1,1,1 ], "not appropriate or pertinent; unsuitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inappreciable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being appreciated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inappreciable",1,1,2 ], "imperceptible; negligible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inappreciative",1,1,1 ], "lacking appreciation; unappreciative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inapprehensive",1,1,1 ], "not perceiving or feeling fear or anxiety; untroubled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inapprehensive",1,1,2 ], "unable to understand; imperceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inapproachable",1,1,1 ], "not accessible; unapproachable; unfriendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inappropriate",1,1,1 ], "not fitting or appropriate; unsuitable or untimely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inapt",1,1,1 ], "not apt or fitting; inappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inapt",1,1,2 ], "lacking skill; inept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inarch",1,1,1 ], "independently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inarch",1,1,1 ], "to graft (a plant) by uniting stock and scion while both are still growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inarticulate",1,1,1 ], "unable to express oneself fluently or clearly; incoherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inarticulate",1,1,2 ], "(of speech, language, etc|) unclear or incomprehensible; unintelligible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inarticulate",1,1,3 ], "unable to speak; dumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inarticulate",1,1,4 ], "unable to be expressed; unvoiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inarticulate",1,1,5 ], "having no joints, segments, or articulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inartificial",1,1,1 ], "not artificial; real; natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inartificial",1,1,2 ], "inartistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inartistic",1,1,1 ], "lacking in artistic skill, appreciation, etc|; Philistine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inasmuch as",1,1,1 ], "in view of the fact that; seeing that; since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inasmuch as",1,1,2 ], "to the extent or degree that; insofar as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inattentive",1,1,1 ], "not paying attention; heedless; negligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaudible",1,1,1 ], "not loud enough to be heard; not audible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaugural",1,1,1 ], "characterizing or relating to an inauguration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaugural",1,2,1 ], "a speech made at an inauguration, esp| by a president of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaugurate",1,1,1 ], "to commence officially or formally; initiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaugurate",1,1,2 ], "to place in office formally and ceremonially; induct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inaugurate",1,1,3 ], "to open ceremonially; dedicate formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inauspicious",1,1,1 ], "not auspicious; unlucky;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbd|",1,1,1 ], "inboard (on an aircraft, boat, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbeing",1,1,1 ], "existence in something else; inherence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbeing",1,1,2 ], "basic and inward nature; essence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inboard",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a boat''s motor or engine) situated within the hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inboard",1,1,2 ], "situated between the wing tip of an aircraft and its fuselage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inboard",1,2,1 ], "towards the centre line of or within a vessel, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inborn",1,1,1 ], "existing from birth; congenital; innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbound",1,1,1 ], "coming in; inward bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbreathe",1,1,1 ], "to infuse or imbue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbred",1,1,1 ], "produced as a result of inbreeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbred",1,1,2 ], "deeply ingrained; innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbreed",1,1,1 ], "generations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inbreed",1,1,1 ], "to breed from unions between closely related individuals, esp| over several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inbreed",1,2,1 ], "to develop within; engender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incalculable",1,1,1 ], "beyond calculation; unable to be predicted or determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incalescent",1,1,1 ], "increasing in temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incandesce",1,1,1 ], "to exhibit incandescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incandescence",1,1,1 ], "the emission of light by a body as a consequence of raising its temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incandescence",1,1,2 ], "the light produced by raising the temperature of a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incandescent lamp",1,1,1 ], "a source of light that contains a heated solid, such as an electrically heated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incandescent lamp",1,1,1 ], "filament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incandescent",1,1,1 ], "emitting light as a result of being heated to a high temperature; red-hot or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incandescent",1,1,1 ], "white-hot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incantation",1,1,1 ], "ritual recitation of magic words or sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incantation",1,1,2 ], "the formulaic words or sounds used; a magic spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapable",1,1,1 ], "(to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incapable",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, often foll| by of) not capable (of); lacking the ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapable",1,1,2 ], "powerless or helpless, as through injury or intoxication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapable",1,2,1 ], "not susceptible (to); not admitting (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapacitate",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of power, strength, or capacity; disable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapacitate",1,1,2 ], "to deprive of legal capacity or eligibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapacity",1,1,1 ], "lack of power, strength, or capacity; inability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapacity",1,1,1,1 ], "legal disqualification or ineligibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapacity",1,1,1,2 ], "a circumstance causing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incapsulate",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of encapsulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarcerate",1,1,1 ], "($In!k$a$:s@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarcerate",1,2,1 ], "to confine or imprison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarcerate",1,3,1 ], "($In!k$a$:s@$It, -~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarcerate",1,3,2 ], "imprisoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incardinate",1,1,1 ], "to transfer (a cleric) to the jurisdiction of a new bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incardination",1,1,1 ], "the official acceptance by one diocese of a clergyman from another diocese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incardination",1,1,2 ], "the promotion of a clergyman to the status of a cardinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnadine",1,1,1 ], "to tinge or stain with red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnadine",1,2,1 ], "of a pinkish or reddish colour similar to that of flesh or blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,1,1 ], "($In!k$a$:n$It, -ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,1,2 ], "(usually immediately postpositive) possessing bodily form, esp| the human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,1,2 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,1,3 ], "personified or typified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of plant parts) flesh-coloured or pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,2,1 ], "($In!k$a$:ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,3,1 ], "to give a bodily or concrete form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnate",1,3,2 ], "to be representative or typical of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnation",1,1,1 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incarnation",1,1,1 ], "the act of manifesting or state of being manifested in bodily form, esp| human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnation",1,1,2 ], "a bodily form assumed by a god, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incarnation",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that typifies or represents some quality, idea, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incase",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of encase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incautious",1,1,1 ], "not careful or cautious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incendiarism",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of illegal burning; arson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incendiarism",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) the creation of civil strife or violence for political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incendiarism",1,1,2 ], "reasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to the illegal burning of property, goods, etc",1). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 1, 2],"tending to create strife, violence, etc|; inflammatory",1). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a substance) capable of catching fire, causing fires, or burning readily",1). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 2, 1],"aries",1). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person who illegally sets fire to property, goods, etc|; arsonist",1). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 2, 3],"(esp| formerly) a person who stirs up civil strife, violence, etc|, for",1). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 2, 3],"political reasons; agitator",2). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 2, 5],"a bomb that is designed to start fires",1). c_DEF([ "incendiary" ,1, 2, 6],"an incendiary substance, such as phosphorus",1). c_DEF([ "incense",1,1,1 ], "any of various aromatic substances burnt for their fragrant odour, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incense",1,1,1 ], "religious ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incense",1,1,2 ], "the odour or smoke so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incense",1,1,3 ], "any pleasant fragrant odour; aroma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incense",1,1,4 ], "homage or adulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incense",1,2,1 ], "to burn incense in honour of (a deity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incense",1,3,1 ], "to perfume or fumigate with incense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incense",2,1,1 ], "to enrage greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incensory",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for a censer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incentive",1,1,1 ], "a motivating influence; stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incentive",1,1,1,1 ], "an additional payment made to employees as a means of increasing production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incentive",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incentive",1,2,1 ], "serving to incite to action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incept",1,1,1 ], "(of organisms) to ingest (food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incept",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) to take a master's or doctor's degree at a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inception",1,1,1 ], "the beginning, as of a project or undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inceptive",1,1,1 ], "beginning; incipient; initial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inceptive",1,1,2 ], "denoting an aspect of verbs in some languages used to indicate the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inceptive",1,1,2 ], "of an action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inceptive",1,2,1,1 ], "the inceptive aspect of verbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inceptive",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incertitude",1,1,1 ], "uncertainty; doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incertitude",1,1,2 ], "a state of mental or emotional insecurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incessant",1,1,1 ], "not ceasing; continual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incest",1,1,1 ], "related to marry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incest",1,1,1 ], "sexual intercourse between two persons commonly regarded as too closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incestuous",1,1,1 ], "relating to or involving incest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incestuous",1,1,2 ], "guilty of incest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incestuous",1,1,3 ], "resulting from incest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incestuous",1,1,4 ], "resembling incest in excessive or claustrophobic intimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot or 0|0254 metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,1,1 ], "an amount of precipitation that would cover a surface with water one inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,1,1 ], "deep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,1,2 ], "a unit of pressure equal to a mercury column one inch high in a barometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,2 ], "a very small distance, degree, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,3 ], "every inch| in every way; completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,4 ], "inch by inch| gradually; little by little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,1,5 ], "within an inch of| very close to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",1,2,1 ], "to move or be moved very slowly or in very small steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inch",2,1,1 ], "and Irish| a small island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inchmeal",1,1,1 ], "gradually; inch by inch or little by little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inchoate",1,1,1 ], "($In!k@@$ue$It, -!k@@$u$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inchoate",1,1,2 ], "just beginning; incipient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inchoate",1,1,3 ], "undeveloped; immature; rudimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inchoate",1,2,1 ], "($In!k@@$ue$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inchoate",1,3,1 ], "to begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inchworm",1,1,1 ], "another name for a measuring worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidence",1,1,1 ], "degree, extent, or frequency of occurrence; amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidence",1,1,2 ], "the act or manner of impinging on or affecting by proximity or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidence",1,1,3 ], "the arrival of a beam of light or particles at a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidence",1,1,4 ], "circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incidence",1,1,4 ], "the partial coincidence of two configurations, such as a point that lies on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,1,1 ], "a distinct or definite occurrence; event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,1,2 ], "a minor, subsidiary, or related event or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,1,3 ], "a relatively insignificant event that might have serious consequences, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,1,3 ], "international politics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,1,4 ], "a public disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,2,1 ], "related (to) or dependent (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,2,2 ], "(when postpositive, often foll| by to) having a subsidiary or minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,2,2 ], "relationship (with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incident",1,2,3 ], "(esp| of a beam of light or particles) arriving at or striking a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidental music",1,1,1 ], "background music for a film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidental",1,1,1 ], "casual or fortuitous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incidental",1,1,1 ], "happening in connection with or resulting from something more important;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidental",1,2,1 ], "found in connection (with); related (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidental",1,3,1 ], "caused (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidental",1,3,2 ], "occasional or minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidental",1,4,1 ], "an incidental or minor expense, event, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidentally",1,1,1 ], "as a subordinate or chance occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incidentally",1,1,2 ], "by the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incinerate",1,1,1 ], "to burn up completely; reduce to ashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incinerator",1,1,1 ], "a furnace or apparatus for incinerating something, esp| refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incipient",1,1,1 ], "just starting to be or happen; beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incipit",1,1,1 ], "here begins: used as an introductory word at the beginning of some medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incipit",1,1,1 ], "manuscripts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incise",1,1,1 ], "to produce (lines, a design, etc|) by cutting into the surface of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incise",1,1,1 ], "with a sharp tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incised",1,1,1 ], "cut into or engraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incised",1,1,2 ], "made by cutting or engraving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incised",1,1,3 ], "(of a wound) cleanly cut, as with a surgical knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incised",1,1,4 ], "having margins that are sharply and deeply indented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incision",1,1,1 ], "the act of incising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incision",1,1,2 ], "a cut, gash, or notch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incision",1,1,3 ], "a cut made with a knife during a surgical operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incision",1,1,4 ], "any indentation in an incised leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incision",1,1,5 ], "incisiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incisive",1,1,1 ], "keen, penetrating, or acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incisive",1,1,2 ], "biting or sarcastic; mordant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incisive",1,1,3 ], "having a sharp cutting edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incisor",1,1,1 ], "a chisel-edged tooth at the front of the mouth| In man there are four in each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incisor",1,1,1 ], "jaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incisure",1,1,1 ], "an incision or notch in an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incite",1,1,1 ], "to stir up or provoke to action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incivility",1,1,1 ], "lack of civility or courtesy; rudeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incivility",1,1,2 ], "an impolite or uncivil act or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclement",1,1,1 ], "(of weather) stormy, severe, or tempestuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclement",1,1,2 ], "harsh, severe, or merciless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclinable",1,1,1 ], "having an inclination or tendency (to); disposed (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclinable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being inclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for, to, towards, or an infinitive) a particular disposition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,1 ], "esp| a liking or preference; tendency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,2 ], "plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,2 ], "the degree of deviation from a particular plane, esp| a horizontal or vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,3 ], "a sloping or slanting surface; incline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,4 ], "the act of inclining or the state of being inclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,4,1 ], "the angle between a line on a graph and the positive limb of the x-axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,4,2 ], "the smaller dihedral angle between one plane and another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,5 ], "plane, usually that of the ecliptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,5 ], "the angle between the plane of the orbit of a planet or comet and another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclination",1,1,6 ], "another name for dip ,1,29" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,1 ], "($In!kla$In)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,2 ], "horizontal plane; slope or slant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,2 ], "to deviate or cause to deviate from a particular plane, esp| a vertical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,3 ], "(towards some attitude or to do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,3 ], "(when tr|, may take an infinitive) to be disposed or cause to be disposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,4 ], "listen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,4 ], "to bend or lower (part of the body, esp| the head), as in a bow or in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,1,5 ], "incline one's ear| to listen favourably (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,2,1 ], "an inclined surface or slope; gradient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incline",1,2,2 ], "short for inclined railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclined plane",1,1,1 ], "a plane whose angle to the horizontal is less than a right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclined railway",1,1,1 ], "a cable railway used on particularly steep inclines unsuitable for normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclined railway",1,1,1 ], "adhesion locomotives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclined",1,1,1 ], "having a disposition; tending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclined",1,1,2 ], "sloping or slanting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclinometer",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft instrument for indicating the angle that an aircraft makes with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclinometer",1,1,1 ], "the horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclinometer",1,1,2 ], "another name for dip circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclose",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of enclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "include out",1,1,1 ], "to exclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "include",1,1,1 ], "to have as contents or part of the contents; be made up of or contain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "include",1,1,2 ], "to add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "include",1,1,3 ], "to contain as a secondary or minor ingredient or element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "included",1,1,1 ], "(of the stamens or pistils of a flower) not protruding beyond the corolla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusion body",1,1,1 ], "any of the small particles found in cells infected with certain viruses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusion",1,1,1 ], "the act of including or the state of being included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusion",1,1,2 ], "something included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusion",1,1,3 ], "a solid fragment, liquid globule, or pocket of gas enclosed in a mineral or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusion",1,1,3 ], "rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclusion",1,1,4 ], "a relationship between two sets that is only valid when the members of one set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusion",1,1,4 ], "are all members of the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclusive or",1,1,1 ], "the connective that gives the value true to a disjunction if either or both of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusive or",1,1,1 ], "the disjuncts are true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inclusive",1,1,1 ], "considered together (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusive",1,2,1 ], "including the limits specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusive",1,2,2 ], "comprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inclusive",1,2,3 ], "(of a disjunction) true if at least one of its component propositions is true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incl|",1,1,1 ], "including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incl|",1,1,2 ], "inclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoercible",1,1,1 ], "unable to be coerced or compelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoercible",1,1,2 ], "(of a gas) not capable of being liquefied by pressure alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incogitable",1,1,1 ], "not to be contemplated; unthinkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incogitant",1,1,1 ], "thoughtless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incognito" ,1, 2, 1],"under an assumed name or appearance; in disguise",1). c_DEF([ "incognito" ,1, 3, 1],"tos or tas",1). c_DEF([ "incognito" ,1, 3, 2],"a person who is incognito",1). c_DEF([ "incognito" ,1, 3, 3],"the assumed name or disguise of such a person",1). c_DEF([ "incognizant",1,1,1 ], "unaware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incognizant",1,1,2 ], "(of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incog|",1,1,1 ], "incognito" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoherent",1,1,1 ], "lacking in clarity or organization; disordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoherent",1,1,2 ], "unable to express oneself clearly; inarticulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incombustible",1,1,1 ], "not capable of being burnt; fireproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incombustible",1,2,1 ], "an incombustible object or material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "income bond",1,1,1 ], "a bond that pays interest at a rate in direct proportion to the issuer's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "income bond",1,1,1 ], "earnings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "income group",1,1,1 ], "a group in a given population having incomes within a certain range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "income tax",1,1,1 ], "a personal tax, usually progressive, levied on annual income subject to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "income tax",1,1,1 ], "certain deductions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "income",1,1,1 ], "over a given period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "income",1,1,1 ], "the amount of monetary or other returns, either earned or unearned, accruing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "income",1,1,2 ], "receipts; revenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "income",1,1,3 ], "an inflow or influx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoming",1,1,1 ], "coming in; entering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoming",1,1,2 ], "about to come into office; succeeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoming",1,1,3 ], "(of interest, dividends, etc|) being received; accruing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoming",1,2,1 ], "the act of coming in; entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoming",1,2,2 ], "income or revenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being judged, measured, or considered comparatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurable",1,2,1 ], "not in accordance; incommensurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurable",1,2,1,1 ], "not having a common factor other than 1, such as 2 and sqrt -5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurable",1,2,1,2 ], "not having units of the same dimension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurable",1,2,1,3 ], "unrelated to another measurement by integral multiples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurable",1,3,1 ], "something incommensurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurate",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, often foll| by with) not commensurate; disproportionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommensurate",1,1,2 ], "incommensurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommode",1,1,1 ], "to bother, disturb, or inconvenience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommodious",1,1,1 ], "insufficiently spacious; cramped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommodious",1,1,2 ], "troublesome or inconvenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommodity",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for inconvenience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommunicable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being communicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommunicable",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for incommunicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommunicado",1,2,1 ], "deprived of communication with other people, as while in solitary confinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommunicative",1,1,1 ], "tending not to communicate with others; taciturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incommutable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being commuted; unalterable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomparable",1,1,1 ], "beyond or above comparison; matchless; unequalled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomparable",1,1,2 ], "compared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incomparable",1,1,2 ], "lacking a basis for comparison; not having qualities or features that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,1 ], "antagonistic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of living or existing together in peace or harmony; conflicting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,2 ], "opposed in nature or quality; inconsistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,3 ], "(of an office, position, etc|) only able to be held by one person at a time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of two drugs or two types of blood) incapable of being combined or used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,4 ], "together antagonistic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,5 ], "(of two propositions) unable to be both true at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,6 ], "(of plants)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,6,1 ], "not capable of forming successful grafts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,6,2 ], "incapable of self-fertilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,1,7 ], "another word for inconsistent ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompatible",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is incompatible with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompetent",1,1,1 ], "incapable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incompetent",1,1,1 ], "not possessing the necessary ability, skill, etc| to do or carry out a task;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompetent",1,1,2 ], "marked by lack of ability, skill, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompetent",1,1,3 ], "not legally qualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompetent",1,1,4 ], "(of rock strata, folds, etc|) yielding readily to pressure so as to undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompetent",1,1,4 ], "structural deformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incompetent",1,2,1 ], "an incompetent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomplete",1,1,1 ], "not complete or finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomplete",1,1,2 ], "not completely developed; imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomplete",1,1,3 ], "meaningless unless used in a specific context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompliant",1,1,1 ], "not compliant; unyielding or inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomprehensible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being understood; unintelligible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomprehensible",1,1,2 ], "limitless; boundless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomprehension",1,1,1 ], "inability or failure to comprehend; lack of understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomprehensive",1,1,1 ], "not comprehensive; limited in range or scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incompressible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being compressed or condensed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incomputable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being computed; incalculable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconceivable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being conceived, imagined, or considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconclusive",1,1,1 ], "not conclusive or decisive; not finally settled; indeterminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incondensable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being condensed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incondite",1,1,1 ], "poorly constructed or composed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incondite",1,1,2 ], "rough or crude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconformity",1,1,1 ], "lack of conformity; irregularity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incongruity",1,1,1 ], "something incongruous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incongruity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being incongruous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incongruous",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by with or to) incompatible with (what is suitable);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incongruous",1,1,1 ], "inappropriate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incongruous",1,1,2 ], "containing disparate or discordant elements or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsecutive",1,1,1 ], "not consecutive; not in sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsequential",1,1,1 ], "not following logically as a consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsequential",1,1,2 ], "trivial or insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsequential",1,1,3 ], "not in a logical sequence; haphazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsiderable",1,1,1 ], "relatively small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsiderable",1,1,2 ], "not worthy of consideration; insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsiderate",1,1,1 ], "lacking in care or thought for others; heedless; thoughtless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsiderate",1,1,2 ], "insufficiently considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistency",1,1,1 ], "lack of consistency or agreement; incompatibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistency",1,1,2 ], "an inconsistent feature or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistent",1,1,1 ], "lacking in consistency, agreement, or compatibility; at variance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistent",1,1,2 ], "containing contradictory elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistent",1,1,3 ], "irregular or fickle in behaviour or mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistent",1,1,4 ], "not having one common set of values of the variables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistent",1,1,5 ], "(of a set of axioms) leading to at least one proposition that can be shown to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsistent",1,1,5 ], "be true by one axiom and false by another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inconsolable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being consoled or comforted; disconsolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsonant",1,1,1 ], "lacking in harmony or compatibility; discordant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconspicuous",1,1,1 ], "not easily noticed or seen; not prominent or striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconstant",1,1,1 ], "not constant; variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconstant",1,1,2 ], "fickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsumable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being consumed or used up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconsumable",1,1,2 ], "providing an economic service without being consumed, as currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontestable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being contested or disputed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontinent",1,1,1 ], "lacking in restraint or control, esp| sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontinent",1,1,2 ], "relating to or exhibiting involuntary urination or defecation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontinent",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by of) having little or no control (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontinent",1,1,4 ], "unrestrained; uncontrolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontinent",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontrollable",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for uncontrollable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incontrovertible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being contradicted or disputed; undeniable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvenience",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being inconvenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvenience",1,1,2 ], "something inconvenient; a hindrance, trouble, or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvenience",1,2,1 ], "to cause inconvenience to; trouble or harass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvenient",1,1,1 ], "not convenient; troublesome, awkward, or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvertible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being converted or changed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvertible",1,1,2 ], "(of paper currency)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvertible",1,1,2,1 ], "not redeemable for gold or silver specie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvertible",1,1,2,2 ], "not exchangeable for another currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inconvincible",1,1,1 ], "refusing or not able to be convinced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoordinate",1,1,1 ], "not coordinate; unequal in rank, order, or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoordinate",1,1,2 ], "uncoordinated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoordination",1,1,1 ], "lack of coordination or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incoordination",1,1,2 ], "a lack of muscular control when making a voluntary movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being incorporated or included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,1,1 ], "($In!k@$$:p@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,1,2 ], "to include or be included as a part or member of a united whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,1,3 ], "to form or cause to form a united whole or mass; merge or blend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,1,4 ], "members" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,1,4 ], "or other organization with a separate legal identity from that of its owners or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,1,4 ], "to form (individuals, an unincorporated enterprise, etc|) into a corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,2,1 ], "($In!k@$$:p@$It, -pr$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,2,2 ], "combined into a whole; incorporated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",1,2,3 ], "formed into or constituted as a corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporate",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for incorporeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporated",1,1,1 ], "united or combined into a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporated",1,1,2 ], "organized as a legal corporation, esp| in commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporating",1,1,1 ], "another word for polysynthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporator",1,1,1 ], "a person who incorporates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporator",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the signatories of a certificate of incorporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporator",1,1,1,2 ], "any of the original members of a corporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporeal",1,1,1 ], "without material form, body, or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporeal",1,1,2 ], "spiritual or metaphysical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporeal",1,1,3 ], "having no material existence but existing by reason of its annexation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorporeal",1,1,3 ], "something material, such as an easement, touchline, copyright, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incorp|",1,1,1 ], "incorporated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrect",1,1,1 ], "false; wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrect",1,1,2 ], "not fitting or proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrigible",1,1,1 ], "beyond correction, reform, or alteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrigible",1,1,2 ], "firmly rooted; ineradicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrigible",1,2,1 ], "a person or animal that is incorrigible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrupt",1,1,1 ], "free from corruption; pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrupt",1,1,2 ], "free from decay; fresh or untainted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorrupt",1,1,3 ], "(of a manuscript, text, etc|) relatively free from error or alteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorruptible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being corrupted; honest; just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incorruptible",1,1,2 ], "not subject to decay or decomposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incrassate",1,1,1 ], "thickened or swollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incrassate",1,1,2 ], "fattened or swollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incrassate",1,2,1 ], "to make or become thicker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increase",1,1,1 ], "($In!kri$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increase",1,1,2 ], "to make or become greater in size, degree, frequency, etc|; grow or expand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increase",1,2,1 ], "the act of increasing; augmentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increase",1,2,2 ], "the amount by which something increases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increase",1,2,3 ], "on the increase| increasing, esp| becoming more frequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of gods) never having been created" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incredible",1,1,1 ], "beyond belief or understanding; unbelievable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incredible",1,1,2 ], "marvellous; amazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incredulity",1,1,1 ], "lack of belief; scepticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incredulous",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) not prepared or willing to believe (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incredulous",1,1,1 ], "unbelieving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "increment",1,1,1 ], "an increase or addition, esp| one of a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increment",1,1,2 ], "the act of increasing; augmentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increment",1,1,3 ], "a small positive or negative change in a variable or function| Symbol: D, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "increment",1,1,3 ], "in Dx or Df" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incremental plotter",1,1,1 ], "a device that plots graphs on paper from computer-generated instructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incremental recorder",1,1,1 ], "a device for recording data as it is generated, usually on paper tape or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incremental recorder",1,1,1 ], "magnetic tape, and feeding it into a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "increscent",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the moon) increasing in size waxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incretion",1,1,1 ], "direct secretion into the bloodstream, esp| of a hormone from an endocrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incretion",1,1,1 ], "gland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incretion",1,1,2 ], "the substance so secreted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incriminate",1,1,1 ], "to imply or suggest the guilt or error of (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incriminate",1,1,2 ], "to charge with a crime or fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incross",1,1,1 ], "a plant or animal produced by continued inbreeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incross",1,2,1 ], "to inbreed or produce by inbreeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incrust",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of encrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incr|",1,1,1 ], "increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incr|",1,1,2 ], "increased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incr|",1,1,3 ], "increasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,1,1 ], "(of birds) to supply (eggs) with heat for their development, esp| by sitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,1,1 ], "on them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,1,2 ], "culture medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,1,2 ], "to cause (eggs, embryos, bacteria, etc|) to develop, esp| in an incubator or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,2,1 ], "(of eggs, embryos, bacteria, etc|) to develop in favourable conditions, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,2,1 ], "in an incubator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,3,1 ], "(of disease germs) to remain inactive in an animal or human before causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,3,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubate",1,3,2 ], "to develop or cause to develop gradually; foment or be fomented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubation period",1,1,1 ], "first signs or symptoms| Sometimes shortened to incubation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubation period",1,1,1 ], "the time between exposure to an infectious disease and the appearance of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubator",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed transparent boxlike apparatus for housing prematurely born babies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubator",1,1,1 ], "environment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "incubator",1,1,1 ], "under optimum conditions until they are strong enough to survive in the normal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubator",1,1,2 ], "a container kept at a constant temperature in which birds' eggs can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubator",1,1,2 ], "artificially hatched or bacterial cultures grown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubator",1,1,3 ], "a person, animal, or thing that incubates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubus",1,1,1 ], "a demon believed in folklore to lie upon sleeping persons, esp| to have sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incubus",1,1,1 ], "intercourse with sleeping women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubus",1,1,2 ], "obsession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incubus",1,1,2 ], "something that oppresses, worries, or disturbs greatly, esp| a nightmare or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incudes",1,1,1 ], "the plural of incus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inculcate",1,1,1 ], "to instil by forceful or insistent repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inculpable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being blamed or accused; guiltless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inculpate",1,1,1 ], "to incriminate cause blame to be imputed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incult",1,1,1 ], "(of land) uncultivated; untilled; naturally wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incult",1,1,2 ], "lacking refinement and culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incumbency",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being incumbent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incumbency",1,1,2 ], "the office, duty, or tenure of an incumbent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incumbent",1,1,1 ], "(often postpositive and foll| by on or upon and an infinitive) morally binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incumbent",1,1,1 ], "or necessary obligatory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incumbent",1,1,2 ], "(usually postpositive and foll| by on) resting or lying (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incumbent",1,2,1 ], "a person who holds an office, esp| a clergyman holding a benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incumber",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of encumber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incunabula",1,1,1 ], "any book printed before 1500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incunabula",1,1,2 ], "the infancy or earliest stages of something; beginnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incur",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make oneself subject to (something undesirable); bring upon oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incur",1,1,2 ], "to run into or encounter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a disease) not curable; unresponsive to treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurable",1,2,1 ], "a person having an incurable disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurious",1,1,1 ], "not curious; indifferent or uninterested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurrence",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of incurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurrent",1,1,1 ], "(of anatomical ducts, tubes, channels, etc|) having an inward flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurrent",1,1,2 ], "flowing or running in an inward direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incursion",1,1,1 ], "a sudden invasion, attack, or raid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incursion",1,1,2 ], "the act of running or leaking into; penetration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurvate",1,1,1 ], "to curve or cause to curve inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incurvate",1,2,1 ], "curved inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incus",1,1,1 ], "name: anvil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incus",1,1,1 ], "the central of the three small bones in the middle ear of mammals|Nontechnical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incuse",1,1,1 ], "a design stamped or hammered onto a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incuse",1,2,1 ], "hammering or stamping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "incuse",1,2,1 ], "to impress (a design) in a coin or to impress (a coin) with a design by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "incuse",1,3,1 ], "stamped or hammered onto a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inc|",1,1,1 ], "included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inc|",1,1,2 ], "including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inc|",1,1,3 ], "inclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inc|",1,1,4 ], "income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inc|",1,1,5 ], "incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inc|",1,1,6 ], "increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indaba",1,1,1 ], "(among Bantu peoples of southern Africa) a meeting to discuss a serious topic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indaba",1,1,2 ], "a matter of concern or for discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indamine",1,1,1 ], "NH2C6H4NC6H4NH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indamine",1,1,1 ], "an organic base used in the production of the dye safranine| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indamine",1,1,2 ], "Their salts are unstable blue and green dyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indamine",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of organic bases with a similar structure to this compound|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indebted",1,1,1 ], "owing gratitude for help, favours, etc; obligated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indebted",1,1,2 ], "owing money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indebtedness",1,1,1 ], "the state of being indebted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indebtedness",1,1,2 ], "the total of a person's debts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecency",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being indecent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecency",1,1,2 ], "an indecent act, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecent assault",1,1,1 ], "the act of taking indecent liberties with a person without his or her consent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecent exposure",1,1,1 ], "genitals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indecent exposure",1,1,1 ], "the offence of indecently exposing parts of one's body in public, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecent",1,1,1 ], "offensive to standards of decency, esp| in sexual matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecent",1,1,2 ], "unseemly or improper (esp| in the phrase indecent haste)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeciduous",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) not deciduous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeciduous",1,1,2 ], "another word for evergreen ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecipherable",1,1,1 ], "not decipherable; illegible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecisive",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) vacillating; irresolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecisive",1,1,2 ], "not decisive or conclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeclinable",1,1,1 ], "(of a noun or pronoun) having only one form not declined for case or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecorous",1,1,1 ], "improper or ungraceful; unseemly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indecorum",1,1,1 ], "indecorous behaviour or speech; unseemliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeed" ,1, 1, 1],"certainly; actually",1). c_DEF([ "indeed" ,1, 2, 3],"or rather; what is more",1). c_DEF([ "indeed" ,1, 3, 1],"an expression of doubt, surprise, etc",1). c_DEF([ "indefatigable",1,1,1 ], "unable to be tired out; unflagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefeasible",1,1,1 ], "not liable to be annulled or forfeited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefectible",1,1,1 ], "not subject to decay or failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefectible",1,1,2 ], "flawless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefensible",1,1,1 ], "not justifiable or excusable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefensible",1,1,2 ], "capable of being disagreed with; untenable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefensible",1,1,3 ], "incapable of defence against attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being defined or analysed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite article",1,1,1 ], "a determiner that expresses nonspecificity of reference, such as a, an, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite article",1,1,1 ], "some" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite integral",1,1,1 ], "any function, symbolized as f(x)dx, whose derivative gives the function f(x)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite pronoun",1,1,1 ], "a pronoun having no specific referent, such as someone, anybody, or nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite",1,1,1 ], "not certain or determined; unsettled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite",1,1,2 ], "without exact limits; indeterminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite",1,1,3 ], "vague, evasive, or unclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite",1,1,3,1 ], "too numerous to count" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite",1,1,3,2 ], "capable of continued growth at the tip of the stem, which does not terminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indefinite",1,1,3,2 ], "in a flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indef|",1,1,1 ], "indefinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indehiscent",1,1,1 ], "(of fruits, etc|) not dehiscent not opening to release seeds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indelible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being erased or obliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indelicate",1,1,1 ], "coarse, crude, or rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indelicate",1,1,2 ], "offensive, embarrassing, or tasteless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indemnify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to secure against future loss, damage, or liability; give security for;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indemnify",1,1,1 ], "insure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indemnify",1,1,2 ], "to compensate for loss, injury, expense, etc|; reimburse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indemnity",1,1,1 ], "compensation for loss or damage; reimbursement;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indemnity",1,1,2 ], "protection or insurance against future loss or damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indemnity",1,1,3 ], "defaults" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indemnity",1,1,3 ], "legal exemption from penalties or liabilities incurred through one's acts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indemnity",1,1,4 ], "act of indemnity| an act of Parliament granting exemption to public officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indemnity",1,1,4 ], "from technical penalties that they may have been compelled to incur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indemonstrable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being demonstrated or proved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid hydrocarbon extracted from petroleum and coal tar and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indene",1,1,1 ], "in making synthetic resins| Formula: C9H8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,1 ], "($In!d$ent) | (mainly tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,2 ], "beginning of a paragraph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,2 ], "to place (written or printed matter, etc|) in from the margin, as at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,3 ], "irregular lines may be matched to confirm its authenticity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,3 ], "to cut or tear (a document, esp| a contract or deed in duplicate) so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,4 ], "(in foreign trade) to place an order for (foreign goods), usually through an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,4 ], "agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,5 ], "(when intr|, foll| by for, on, or upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,6 ], "to make an order on (a source or supply) or for (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,7 ], "to notch (an edge, border, etc|); make jagged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,1,8 ], "to bind (an apprentice, etc|) by indenture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,2,1 ], "(in foreign trade) an order for foreign merchandise, esp| one placed with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,2,1 ], "agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,2,2 ], "an official order for goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,2,3 ], "(in the late 18th-century U|S|) a certificate issued by federal and state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,2,3 ], "governments for the principal or interest due on the public debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,2,4 ], "another word for indenture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",1,2,5 ], "another word for indentation ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",2,1,1 ], "($In!d$ent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",2,2,1 ], "to make a dent or depression in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indent",2,3,1 ], "a dent or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indentation",1,1,1 ], "a hollowed, notched, or cut place, as on an edge or on a coastline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indentation",1,1,2 ], "a series of hollows, notches, or cuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indentation",1,1,3 ], "the act of indenting or the condition of being indented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indentation",1,1,4 ], "start of an indented line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indentation",1,1,4 ], "the leaving of space or the amount of space left between a margin and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indention",1,1,1 ], "another word for indentation ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,1,1 ], "any deed, contract, or sealed agreement between two or more parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a deed drawn up in duplicate, each part having correspondingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,1,2 ], "indented edges for identification and security" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,1,3 ], "a contract between an apprentice and his master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,1,4 ], "a formal or official list or certificate authenticated for use as a voucher," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for indentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,2,1 ], "to enter into an agreement by indenture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,3,1 ], "to bind (an apprentice, servant, etc|) by indenture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indenture",1,4,1 ], "to indent or wrinkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independence",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independency",1,1,1 ], "a territory or state free from the control of any other power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independency",1,1,2 ], "another word for independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent clause",1,1,1 ], "a main or coordinate clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent school",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a school that is neither financed nor controlled by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent school",1,1,1 ], "government or local authorities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "independent variable",1,1,1 ], "a variable in a mathematical equation or statement whose value determines that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent variable",1,1,1 ], "of the dependent variable: in y = f(x), x is the independent variable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,1 ], "free from control in action, judgment, etc|; autonomous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,2 ], "not dependent on anything else for function, validity, etc|; separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,3 ], "not reliant on the support, esp| financial support, of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,4 ], "capable of acting for oneself or on one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,5 ], "independent income, independent means)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,5 ], "providing a large unearned sum towards one's support (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,6 ], "living on an unearned income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,7 ], "(of a system of equations) not all satisfied by the same set of values for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,7 ], "variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,8 ], "(of two or more variables) distributed so that the value taken by one variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,8 ], "will have no effect on that taken by another or others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,1,9 ], "(of two or more propositions) unrelated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,2,1 ], "an independent person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,2,2 ], "a person who is not affiliated to or who acts independently of a political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "independent",1,2,2 ], "party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indescribable",1,1,1 ], "beyond description; too intense, extreme, etc|, for words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indestructible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being destroyed; very durable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being ascertained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminable",1,1,2 ], "incapable of being settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminacy principle",1,1,1 ], "another name for uncertainty principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate sentence",1,1,1 ], "a prison sentence the length of which depends on the prisoner's conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,1 ], "uncertain in extent, amount, or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,2 ], "not definite; inconclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,3 ], "unable to be predicted, calculated, or deduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,4 ], "(of an effect) not obeying the law of causality noncausal|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,4,1 ], "having no numerical meaning, as 0|00 0/0" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,4,2 ], "(of an equation) having more than one variable and an unlimited number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,4,2 ], "solutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,5 ], "another word for indefinite ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,6 ], "(of a structure, framework, etc|) comprising forces that cannot be fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminate",1,1,6 ], "analysed, esp| by vector analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminism",1,1,1 ], "motives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indeterminism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical doctrine that behaviour is not entirely determined by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index finger",1,1,1 ], "the finger next to the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index number",1,1,1 ], "a statistic indicating the relative change occurring in each successive period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index number",1,1,1 ], "of time in the price, volume, or value of a commodity or in a general economic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "index number",1,1,1 ], "previous base period conventionally given the number 100" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "index number",1,1,1 ], "variable, such as the price level, national income, or gross output, with reference to a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "index of refraction",1,1,1 ], "another name for refractive index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,1 ], "an alphabetical list of persons, places, subjects, etc|, mentioned in the text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,1 ], "of a printed work, usually at the back, and indicating where in the work they are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,1 ], "referred to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,2 ], "a systematic list of book titles or author's names, giving cross-references" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,2 ], "and the location of each book; catalogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,3 ], "an indication, sign, or token" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,4 ], "a pointer, needle, or other indicator, as on an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,4,1 ], "another name for exponent ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,4,2 ], "a number or variable placed as a superscript to the left of a radical sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,4,2 ], "indicating by its value the root to be extracted, as in '3 sqrt 8 = 2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,4,3 ], "a subscript or superscript to the right of a variable to show that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,4,3 ], "variable should be considered over a range of specified values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,5 ], "a numerical scale by means of which variables, such as levels of the cost of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,5 ], "living, can be compared with each other or with some base number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,6 ], "a number or ratio indicating a specific characteristic, property, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,7 ], "a printer's mark () used to indicate notes, paragraphs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,1,8 ], "a table of contents or preface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,2,1 ], "to put an index in (a book)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,2,2 ], "to enter (a word, item, etc|) in an index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index",1,2,3 ], "to point out; indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index-linked",1,1,1 ], "(of wages, interest rates, etc|) directly related to the cost-of-living index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "index-linked",1,1,1 ], "and rising accordingly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indexation" ,1, 1, 1],"index-linking n",1). c_DEF([ "indexation" ,1, 1, 2],"the act of making wages, interest rates, etc|, index-linked",1). c_DEF([ "indican",1,1,1 ], "a compound secreted in the urine, usually in the form of its potassium salt;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indican",1,1,1 ], "indoxylsulphuric acid| Formula: C8H6NOSO2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indicant",1,1,1 ], "something that indicates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicate",1,1,1 ], "to be or give a sign or symptom of; imply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicate",1,1,2 ], "to point out or show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicate",1,1,3 ], "to state briefly; suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicate",1,1,4 ], "(of instruments) to show a reading of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicate",1,1,5 ], "to recommend or require" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indication",1,1,1 ], "something that serves to indicate or suggest; sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indication",1,1,2 ], "the degree or quantity represented on a measuring instrument or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indication",1,1,3 ], "the action of indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indication",1,1,4 ], "something that is indicated as advisable, necessary, or expedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicative",1,1,1 ], "serving as a sign; suggestive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicative",1,1,2 ], "denoting a mood of verbs used chiefly to make statements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicative",1,2,1,1 ], "the indicative mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicative",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in the indicative mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator diagram",1,1,1 ], "a graphical or other representation of the cyclic variations of pressure and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator diagram",1,1,1 ], "volume within the cylinder of a reciprocating engine obtained by using an indicator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,1 ], "a device to attract attention, such as the pointer of a gauge or a warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,1 ], "lamp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,2 ], "a gauge showing temperature, speed, pressure, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,2 ], "an instrument that displays certain operating conditions in a machine, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,3 ], "a device for indicating that a motor vehicle is about to turn left or right," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,3 ], "esp| two pairs of lights that flash when operated or a pair of trafficators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,4 ], "a delicate measuring instrument used to determine small differences in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,4 ], "a pointer moving over a circular scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,4 ], "height of mechanical components| It consists of a spring-loaded plunger that operates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,4,1 ], "a substance used in titrations to indicate the completion of a chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,4,1 ], "reaction, usually by a change of colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,4,2 ], "a substance, such as litmus, that indicates the presence of an acid or alkali" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,5 ], "a plant species that thrives only under particular conditions of soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicator",1,1,5 ], "composition, etc|, and therefore indicates these conditions where it is found" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indices",1,1,1 ], "a plural of index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indicia",1,1,1 ], "distinguishing markings or signs indications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indict",1,1,1 ], "to charge (a person) with crime, esp| formally in writing; accuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indictable",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) liable to be indicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indictable",1,1,2 ], "(of a crime, etc|) that makes a person liable to be indicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiction",1,1,1 ], "(in the Roman Empire and later in various medieval kingdoms) a recurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiction",1,1,1 ], "fiscal period of 15 years, often used as a unit for dating events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indiction",1,1,2 ], "a particular year in this period or the number assigned it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiction",1,1,3 ], "(from the reign of Constantine the Great)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiction",1,1,3,1 ], "a valuation of property made every 15 years as a basis for taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiction",1,1,3,2 ], "the tax based on this valuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indictment",1,1,1 ], "a formal written charge of crime formerly referred to and presented on oath by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indictment",1,1,1 ], "a grand jury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indictment",1,1,2 ], "any formal accusation of crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indictment",1,1,3 ], "a charge of crime brought at the instance of the Lord Advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indictment",1,1,4 ], "the act of indicting or the state of being indicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indic|",1,1,1 ], "indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indic|",1,1,2 ], "indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indic|",1,1,3 ], "indicator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifference",1,1,1 ], "the fact or state of being indifferent; lack of care or concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifference",1,1,2 ], "lack of quality; mediocrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifference",1,1,3 ], "lack of importance; insignificance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) showing no care or concern; uninterested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,2 ], "unimportant;immaterial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,2,1 ], "of only average or moderate size, extent, quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,2,2 ], "not at all good; poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,3 ], "showing or having no preferences; impartial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,3,1 ], "(of cells or tissues)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,4 ], "not differentiated or specialized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferent",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a species) occurring in two or more different communities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indifferentism",1,1,1 ], "systematic indifference, esp| in matters of religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigene",1,1,1 ], "an indigenous person, animal, or thing; native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigenous",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by to) originating or occurring naturally (in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigenous",1,1,1 ], "country, region, etc|); native" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indigenous",1,1,2 ], "innate (to); inherent (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigent",1,1,1 ], "so poor as to lack even necessities; very needy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigent",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigent",1,1,3 ], "lacking (in) or destitute (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigent",1,2,1 ], "an impoverished person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigested",1,1,1 ], "undigested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigestible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being digested or difficult to digest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigestible",1,1,2 ], "difficult to understand or absorb mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigestion",1,1,1 ], "belching| Technical name: dyspepsia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indigestion",1,1,1 ], "difficulty in digesting food, accompanied by abdominal pain, heartburn, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigestive",1,1,1 ], "relating to or suffering from indigestion; dyspeptic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indign",1,1,1 ], "undeserving; unworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indign",1,1,2 ], "unseemly; disgraceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indign",1,1,3 ], "not deserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indignant",1,1,1 ], "feeling or showing indignation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indignation",1,1,1 ], "anger or scorn aroused by something felt to be unfair, unworthy, or wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indignity",1,1,1 ], "injury to one's self-esteem or dignity; humiliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indignity",1,1,2 ], "disgrace or disgraceful character or conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigo blue",1,2,1 ], "the full name for indigo (the colour and the dye)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigo bunting",1,1,1 ], "a North American bunting, Passerina cyanea, the male of which is bright blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigo bunting",1,1,1 ], "and the female brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indigo snake",1,1,1 ], "a dark-blue nonvenomous North American colubrid snake, Drymarchon corais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigo snake",1,1,1 ], "couperi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indigo",1,1,1 ], "a blue vat dye originally obtained from plants but now made synthetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigo",1,1,2 ], "anil, that yield this dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indigo",1,1,2 ], "any of various tropical plants of the leguminous genus Indigofera, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigo",1,1,2,1 ], "any of a group of colours that have the same blue-violet hue; a spectral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigo",1,1,2,1 ], "colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indigo",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigoid",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or resembling indigo or its blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigoid",1,2,1 ], "any of a number of synthetic dyes or pigments related in chemical structure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indigoid",1,2,1 ], "indigo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indigotin",1,1,1 ], "another name for indigo (the dye)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect lighting",1,1,1 ], "reflected or diffused light from a concealed source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect object",1,1,1 ], "a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase indicating the recipient or beneficiary of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect object",1,1,1 ], "action of a verb and its direct object, as John in the sentence I bought John a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indirect object",1,1,1 ], "newspaper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "indirect question",1,1,1 ], "a question reported in indirect speech, as in She asked why you came" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect speech",1,1,1 ], "opposed to He asked me, Will you go" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "indirect speech",1,1,1 ], "than repeating the exact words, as in the sentence He asked me whether I would go as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indirect speech",1,1,1 ], "the reporting of something said or written by conveying what was meant rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect tax",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied on goods or services rather than on individuals or companies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect",1,1,1 ], "deviating from a direct course or line; roundabout; circuitous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect",1,1,2 ], "not coming as a direct effect or consequence; secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect",1,1,3 ], "not straightforward, open, or fair; devious or evasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect",1,1,4 ], "(of a title or an inheritance) not inherited in an unbroken line of succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect",1,1,4 ], "from father to son" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indirect",1,1,5 ], "(of a proof) using the denial of a hypothesis to be proved to demonstrate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirect",1,1,5 ], "contradiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indirection",1,1,1 ], "indirect procedure, courses, or methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirection",1,1,2 ], "lack of direction or purpose; aimlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indirection",1,1,3 ], "indirect dealing; deceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscernible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being discerned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscernible",1,1,2 ], "scarcely discernible or perceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscipline",1,1,1 ], "lack of discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscreet",1,1,1 ], "not discreet; imprudent or tactless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscrete",1,1,1 ], "not divisible or divided into parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscretion",1,1,1 ], "the characteristic or state of being indiscreet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscretion",1,1,2 ], "an indiscreet act, remark, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscriminate",1,1,1 ], "lacking discrimination or careful choice; random or promiscuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiscriminate",1,1,2 ], "jumbled; confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indispensable",1,1,1 ], "absolutely necessary; essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indispensable",1,1,2 ], "not to be disregarded or escaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indispensable",1,2,1 ], "an indispensable person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indispose",1,1,1 ], "to make unwilling or opposed; disincline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indispose",1,1,2 ], "to cause to feel ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indispose",1,1,3 ], "to make unfit (for something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indisposed",1,1,1 ], "sick or ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indisposed",1,1,2 ], "disinclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indisputable",1,1,1 ], "beyond doubt; not open to question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indissoluble",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being dissolved or broken; permanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indistinct",1,1,1 ], "distinct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indistinct",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being clearly distinguished, as by the eyes, ears, or mind; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indistinctive",1,1,1 ], "without distinctive qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indistinctive",1,1,2 ], "unable to make distinctions; undiscriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indistinguishable",1,1,1 ], "identical or very similar (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indistinguishable",1,1,2 ], "not easily perceptible; indiscernible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indite",1,1,1 ], "to write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indite",1,1,2 ], "to dictate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indium",1,1,1 ], "114|82; valency: 1, 2, or 3; relative density: 7|31; melting pt|: 156|61 degrees C;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "indium",1,1,1 ], "a rare soft silvery metallic element associated with zinc ores: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indium",1,1,1 ], "alloys, electronics, and electroplating| Symbol: In; atomic no|: 49; atomic wt|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 2000 degrees C (approx|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "indivertible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being diverted or turned aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individual" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, characteristic of, or meant for a single person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "individual" ,1, 1, 2],"separate or distinct, esp| from others of its kind; particular",1). c_DEF([ "individual" ,1, 1, 3],"characterized by unusual and striking qualities; distinctive",1). c_DEF([ "individual" ,1, 1, 4],"indivisible; inseparable",1). c_DEF([ "individual" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"a single animal or plant, esp| as distinct from a species",1). c_DEF([ "individual" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"a single member of a compound organism or colony",1). c_DEF([ "individual" ,1, 2, 1],"a single person, esp| when regarded as distinct from others",1). c_DEF([ "individualism",1,1,1 ], "egoism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "individualism",1,1,1 ], "the action or principle of asserting one's independence and individuality;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualism",1,1,2 ], "an individual quirk or peculiarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualism",1,1,3 ], "another word for laissez faire ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualism",1,1,4 ], "the doctrine that only individual things exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualist",1,1,1 ], "a person who shows independence and individuality in his behaviour, opinions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualist",1,1,1 ], "or actions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "individualist",1,1,2 ], "an advocate of individualism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individuality",1,1,1 ], "distinctive or unique character or personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individuality",1,1,2 ], "the qualities that distinguish one person or thing from another; identity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individuality",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being a separate entity; discreteness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individuality",1,1,4 ], "indivisibility; inseparability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualize",1,1,1 ], "to make or mark as individual or distinctive in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualize",1,1,2 ], "to consider or treat individually; particularize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individualize",1,1,3 ], "to make or modify so as to meet the special requirements of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individuate",1,1,1 ], "to give individuality or an individual form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "individuate",1,1,2 ], "to distinguish from others of the same species or group; individualize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indivisible",1,1,1 ], "unable to be divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indivisible",1,1,2 ], "leaving a remainder when divided by a given number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indiv|",1,1,1 ], "individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indocile",1,1,1 ], "difficult to discipline or instruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indoctrinate",1,1,1 ], "esp| uncritically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indoctrinate",1,1,1 ], "to teach (a person or group of people) systematically to accept doctrines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indoctrinate",1,1,2 ], "to impart learning to; instruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indole",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C8H7N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "indole",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellowish crystalline heterocyclic compound extracted from coal tar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indole",1,1,1 ], "and used in perfumery, medicine, and as a flavouring agent; 1-benzopyrrole|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indoleacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "C10H9NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indoleacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "an auxin that causes elongation of the cells of plant stems| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indolebutyric acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C8H6N(CH\2)3COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indolebutyric acid",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic auxin used for stimulating plant growth and root formation|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indolent",1,1,1 ], "disliking work or effort; lazy; idle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indolent",1,1,2 ], "causing little pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indolent",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of a painless ulcer) slow to heal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indomethacin",1,1,1 ], "a drug administered orally to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indomethacin",1,1,1 ], "rheumatoid arthritis| Formula: C19H16ClNO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indomitable",1,1,1 ], "(of courage, pride, etc|) difficult or impossible to defeat or subdue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indoor",1,1,1 ], "of, situated in, or appropriate to the inside of a house or other building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indoors",1,2,1 ], "inside or into a house or other building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indophenol",1,1,1 ], "a derivative of quinonimine| Formula: HOC6H4NC6H4O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indophenol",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of derivatives of this compound, esp| one of the blue or green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indophenol",1,1,2 ], "dyes that are used for wool and cotton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indorse",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of endorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indorsee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of endorsee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indoxyl",1,1,1 ], "a yellow water-soluble crystalline compound occurring in woad as its glucoside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indoxyl",1,1,1 ], "and in urine as its ester| Formula: C8H7NO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indraught",1,1,1 ], "the act of drawing or pulling in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indraught",1,1,2 ], "an inward flow, esp| of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indrawn",1,1,1 ], "drawn or pulled in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indrawn",1,1,2 ], "inward looking or introspective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indris",1,1,1 ], "a large Madagascan arboreal lemuroid primate, Indri indri, with thick silky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indris",1,1,1 ], "fur patterned in black, white, and fawn: family Indriidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indris",1,1,2 ], "thick grey-brown fur and a long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indris",1,1,2 ], "woolly indris| a related nocturnal Madagascan animal, Avahi laniger, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indubitable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being doubted; unquestionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induce",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by an infinitive) to persuade or use influence on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induce",1,1,2 ], "to cause or bring about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induce",1,1,3 ], "to initiate or hasten (labour), as by administering a drug to stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induce",1,1,3 ], "uterine contractions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induce",1,1,4 ], "to assert or establish (a general proposition, hypothesis, etc|) by induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induce",1,1,5 ], "to produce (an electromotive force or electrical current) by induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induce",1,1,6 ], "to transmit (magnetism) by induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induced drag",1,1,1 ], "the former name for trailing vortex drag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inducement",1,1,1 ], "the act of inducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inducement",1,1,2 ], "a means of inducing; persuasion; incentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inducement",1,1,3 ], "(in pleading) the introductory part that leads up to and explains the matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inducement",1,1,3 ], "in dispute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induct",1,1,1 ], "to bring in formally or install in an office, place, etc|; invest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induct",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to or into) to initiate in knowledge (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induct",1,1,3 ], "to enlist for military service; conscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induct",1,1,4 ], "another word for induce 6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductance",1,1,1 ], "force is created by a change of current in the same circuit (see self-inductance) or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inductance",1,1,1 ], "henries| Symbol: L" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "inductance",1,1,1 ], "in a neighbouring circuit (see mutual inductance)|It is usually measured in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "inductance",1,1,1 ], "the property of an electric circuit as a result of which an electromotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductance",1,1,2 ], "a component, such as a coil, in an electrical circuit, the main function of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductance",1,1,2 ], "which is to produce inductance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inductee",1,1,1 ], "a military conscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductile",1,1,1 ], "not ductile, pliant, or yielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction coil",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical primary winding of few turns, a concentric secondary winding of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction coil",1,1,1 ], "a transformer for producing a high voltage from a low voltage| It consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction coil",1,1,1 ], "many turns, and often a common soft-iron core| Sometimes shortened to coil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "induction hardening",1,1,1 ], "a process in which the outer surface of a metal component is rapidly heated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction hardening",1,1,1 ], "means of induced eddy currents| After rapid cooling the resulting phase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction hardening",1,1,1 ], "transformations produce a hard wear-resistant skin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "induction heating",1,1,1 ], "induced in it by an externally applied alternating magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction heating",1,1,1 ], "the heating of a conducting material as a result of the electric currents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction motor",1,1,1 ], "a type of brushless electric motor in which an alternating supply fed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction motor",1,1,1 ], "field created by the rotor current with the field of the stator" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "induction motor",1,1,1 ], "of the rotor| Rotation of the rotor results from the interaction of the magnetic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "induction motor",1,1,1 ], "windings of the stator creates a magnetic field that induces a current in the windings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,1 ], "the act of inducting or state of being inducted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,2 ], "the act of inducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,2,1 ], "The conclusion contains more information than the premisses, taken as a whole, but" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,2,1 ], "a process of reasoning, used esp| in science, by which a general conclusion is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,2,1 ], "can be disproved by a further premiss" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,2,1 ], "drawn from a set of premisses, based mainly on experience or experimental evidence|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,2,2 ], "a conclusion reached by this process of reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,3 ], "the process by which electrical or magnetic properties are transferred," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,3 ], "without physical contact, from one circuit or body to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,4 ], "adjacent tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,4 ], "the effect of one tissue, esp| an embryonic tissue, on the development of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,5 ], "P(k) implies P(k,#+,1), and thus thirdly every proposition, P(1), P(2), P(3), etc|," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,5 ], "a method of proving a proposition P(n), containing an arbitrary integer n, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,5 ], "is true, since P(2) = P(1 + 1), etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,5 ], "showing first that the proposition is true for n,,1, secondly, that for any value n,,k," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,6 ], "a formal introduction or entry into an office or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,7 ], "the formal enlistment of a civilian into military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induction",1,1,8 ], "an archaic word for preface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductive",1,1,1 ], "relating to, involving, or operated by electrical or magnetic induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductive",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or using induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductive",1,1,3 ], "serving to induce or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductive",1,1,4 ], "a rare word for introductory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductive",1,1,5 ], "producing a reaction within an organism, esp| induction in embryonic tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that inducts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inductor",1,1,2 ], "another name for an inductance ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induc|",1,1,1 ], "induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indue",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of endue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulge",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by in) to yield to or gratify (a whim or desire for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulge",1,2,1 ], "to yield to the wishes of; pamper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulge",1,3,1 ], "to allow (a debtor) an extension of time for payment of (a bill, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulge",1,4,1 ], "to take alcoholic drink, esp| to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,1 ], "the act of indulging or state of being indulgent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,2 ], "a pleasure, habit, etc|, indulged in; extravagance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,3 ], "liberal or tolerant treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,4 ], "something granted as a favour or privilege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,5 ], "a remission of the temporal punishment for sin after its guilt has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,5 ], "forgiven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,6 ], "an extension of time granted as a favour for payment of a debt or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,6 ], "fulfilment of some other obligation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,7 ], "Nonconformists and Roman Catholics a measure of religious freedom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,1,7 ], "a royal grant during the reigns of Charles II and James II of England giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgence",1,2,1 ], "to designate as providing indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indulgent",1,1,1 ], "showing or characterized by indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induline",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of blue dyes obtained from aniline and aminoazobenzene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indult",1,1,1 ], "a faculty granted by the Holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induna",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a Black African overseer in a factory, mine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induplicate",1,1,1 ], "(of the parts of a bud) bent or folded inwards with the edges touching but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "induplicate",1,1,1 ], "overlapping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indurate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become hard or callous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indurate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become hardy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indurate",1,2,1 ], "hardened, callous, or unfeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indusium",1,1,1 ], "a membranous outgrowth on the undersurface of fern leaves that covers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indusium",1,1,1 ], "protects the developing spores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "indusium",1,1,2 ], "an enveloping membrane, such as the amnion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial action",1,1,1 ], "any action, such as a strike or go-slow, taken by employees in industry to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial action",1,1,1 ], "protest against working conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industrial archaeology",1,1,1 ], "the study of past industrial machines, works, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial design",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of designing any object for manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial estate",1,1,1 ], "an area of land planned for industry and business| U|S| equivalent: industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial estate",1,1,1 ], "park" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industrial relations",1,1,1 ], "relations between the employers and employees in an industrial enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial relations",1,1,2 ], "the management of such relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial union",1,1,1 ], "a labour organization in which all workers in a given industry are eligible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial union",1,1,1 ], "for membership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industrial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, derived from, or characteristic of industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial",1,1,2 ], "employed in industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial",1,1,3 ], "relating to or concerned with workers in industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrial",1,1,4 ], "used in industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrialism",1,1,1 ], "an organization of society characterized by large-scale mechanized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrialism",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing industry rather than trade, farming, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industrialist",1,1,1 ], "a person who has a substantial interest in the ownership or control of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrialist",1,1,1 ], "industrial enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industrialize",1,1,1 ], "to develop industry on an extensive scale in (a country, region, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrialize",1,2,1 ], "(of a country, region, etc|) to undergo the development of industry on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrialize",1,2,1 ], "extensive scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industrials",1,1,1 ], "stocks, shares, and bonds of industrial enterprises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrious",1,1,1 ], "hard-working, diligent, or assiduous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industrious",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for skilful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,1 ], "organized economic activity concerned with manufacture, extraction and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,1 ], "processing of raw materials, or construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,2 ], "a branch of commercial enterprise concerned with the output of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,2 ], "product or service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,2,1 ], "industrial ownership and management interests collectively, as contrasted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,2,1 ], "labour interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,2,2 ], "manufacturing enterprise collectively, as opposed to agriculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "industry",1,1,3 ], "diligence; assiduity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indwell",1,1,1 ], "(of a spirit, principle, etc|) to inhabit; suffuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "indwell",1,2,1 ], "to dwell; exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ind|",1,1,1 ], "independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ind|",1,1,2 ], "independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ind|",1,1,3 ], "index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ind|",1,1,4 ], "indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ind|",1,1,5 ], "indirect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ind|",1,1,6 ], "industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ind|",1,1,7 ], "industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inearth",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for bury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inebriant",1,1,1 ], "causing intoxication, esp| drunkenness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inebriant",1,2,1 ], "something that inebriates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inebriate",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make drunk; intoxicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inebriate",1,1,2 ], "to arouse emotionally; make excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inebriate",1,2,1 ], "a person who is drunk, esp| habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inebriate",1,3,1 ], "drunk, esp| habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inedible",1,1,1 ], "not fit to be eaten; uneatable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inedited",1,1,1 ], "not edited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inedited",1,1,2 ], "not published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineducable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being educated, esp| on account of mental retardation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffable",1,1,1 ], "too great or intense to be expressed in words; unutterable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffable",1,1,2 ], "too sacred to be uttered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffable",1,1,3 ], "indescribable; indefinable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffaceable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being effaced; indelible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffective",1,1,1 ], "having no effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffective",1,1,2 ], "incompetent or inefficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffectual",1,1,1 ], "having no effect or an inadequate effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineffectual",1,1,2 ], "lacking in power or forcefulness; impotent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inefficacious" ,1, 1, 1],"failing to produce the desired effect",1). c_DEF([ "inefficient",1,1,1 ], "incompetent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inefficient",1,1,1 ], "unable to perform a task or function to the best advantage; wasteful or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inefficient",1,1,2 ], "unable to produce the desired result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inelastic",1,1,1 ], "not elastic; not resilient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inelegant",1,1,1 ], "lacking in elegance or refinement; unpolished or graceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inelegant",1,1,2 ], "coarse or crude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineligible",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for or an infinitive) not fit or qualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineligible",1,2,1 ], "an ineligible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineloquent",1,1,1 ], "lacking eloquence or fluency of expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineluctable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of fate) incapable of being avoided inescapable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineludible",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for inescapable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inept",1,1,1 ], "not suitable, appropriate, or fitting; out of place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inept",1,1,2 ], "awkward, clumsy, or incompetent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequable",1,1,1 ], "uneven; not uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being unequal; disparity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequality",1,1,2 ], "an instance of disparity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequality",1,1,3 ], "lack of smoothness or regularity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequality",1,1,4 ], "social or economic disparity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequality",1,1,4,1 ], "a statement indicating that the value of one quantity or expression is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequality",1,1,4,1 ], "equal to another, as in x &,y" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inequality",1,1,4,2 ], "the relation of being unequal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequitable",1,1,1 ], "not equitable; unjust or unfair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequity",1,1,1 ], "lack of equity; injustice; unfairness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inequity",1,1,2 ], "an unjust or unfair act, sentence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ineradicable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be removed or rooted out; inextirpable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inerrable" ,1, 1, 1],"less common words for infallible",1). c_DEF([ "inert gas",1,1,1 ], "and radon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inert gas",1,1,1 ], "any of the unreactive gaseous elements helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inert",1,1,1 ], "having no inherent ability to move or to resist motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inert",1,1,2 ], "inactive, lazy, or sluggish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inert",1,1,3 ], "having only a limited ability to react chemically; unreactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertia selling",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the practice of sending unrequested goods to householders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertia selling",1,1,1 ], "followed by a bill for the price of the goods if they do not return them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inertia",1,1,1 ], "the state of being inert; inactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertia",1,1,1,1 ], "acted upon by an external force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inertia",1,1,1,1 ], "the tendency of a body to preserve its state of rest or uniform motion unless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertia",1,1,1,2 ], "an analogous property of other physical quantities that resist change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertia-reel seat-belt",1,1,1 ], "a type of car seat-belt in which the belt is free to unwind from a metal drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertia-reel seat-belt",1,1,1 ], "except when the drum locks as a result of rapid deceleration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inertial guidance",1,1,1 ], "a method of controlling the flight path of a missile by instruments contained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertial guidance",1,1,1 ], "direction of the missile" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "inertial guidance",1,1,1 ], "these instruments, are compared with stored data and used to control the speed and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "inertial guidance",1,1,1 ], "within it| Velocities or distances covered, computed from the acceleration measured by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inertial mass",1,1,1 ], "mass but directly proportional to its gravitational mass: as all falling bodies have" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "inertial mass",1,1,1 ], "mass| The acceleration of a falling body is inversely proportional to its inertial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inertial mass",1,1,1 ], "the mass of a body as determined by its momentum, as opposed to gravitational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertial mass",1,1,1 ], "the same constant acceleration the two types of mass must be equal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "inertial system",1,1,1 ], "a frame of reference within which bodies are not accelerated unless acted upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inertial system",1,1,1 ], "by external forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inescapable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being escaped or avoided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inescutcheon",1,1,1 ], "a small shield-shaped charge in the centre of a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inessential",1,1,1 ], "not necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inessential",1,2,1 ], "anything that is not essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inessive",1,1,1 ], "(in the grammar of Finnish and related languages) denoting a case of nouns," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inessive",1,1,1 ], "etc|, used when indicating the location of the referent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inessive",1,2,1 ], "the inessive case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inestimable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be estimated; immeasurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inestimable",1,1,2 ], "of immeasurable value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inevitable",1,1,1 ], "unavoidable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inevitable",1,1,2 ], "sure to happen; certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inevitable",1,2,1 ], "(often preceded by the) something that is unavoidable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexact",1,1,1 ], "not exact or accurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexcusable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be excused or justified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexhaustible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being used up; endless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexhaustible",1,1,2 ], "incapable or apparently incapable of becoming tired; tireless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexistent",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for nonexistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexorable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be moved by entreaty or persuasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexorable",1,1,2 ], "relentless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpedient",1,1,1 ], "not suitable, advisable, or judicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpensive",1,1,1 ], "not expensive; cheap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexperience",1,1,1 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inexperience",1,1,1 ], "lack of experience or of the knowledge and understanding derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpert",1,1,1 ], "not expert; unskilled or unskilful; inept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpiable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being expiated; unpardonable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpiable",1,1,2 ], "implacable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexplicable",1,1,1 ], "not capable of explanation; unexplainable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexplicit",1,1,1 ], "not explicit, clear, or precise; vague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpressible",1,1,1 ], "too great, etc|, to be expressed or uttered; indescribable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpressive",1,1,1 ], "lacking in expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpressive",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for inexpressible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpugnable",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for impregnable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inexpungible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being expunged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inextensible",1,1,1 ], "not capable of extension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inextinguishable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be extinguished, quenched, or put to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inextirpable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be extirpated; ineradicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inextricable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be escaped from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inextricable",1,1,2 ], "not able to be disentangled, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inextricable",1,1,3 ], "extremely involved or intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infallibilism",1,1,1 ], "the principle of papal infallibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infallible",1,1,1 ], "not fallible; not liable to error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infallible",1,1,2 ], "not liable to failure; certain; sure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infallible",1,1,3 ], "completely dependable or trustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infallible",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is incapable of error or failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamize",1,1,1 ], "to make infamous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamous",1,1,1 ], "having a bad reputation; notorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamous",1,1,2 ], "causing or deserving a bad reputation; shocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamous",1,1,3 ], "(formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamous",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamous",1,1,4 ], "deprived of certain rights of citizenship on conviction of certain offences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamous",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a crime or punishment) entailing such deprivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamy",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being infamous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infamy",1,1,2 ], "an infamous act or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infancy",1,1,1 ], "the state or period of being an infant; childhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infancy",1,1,2 ], "an early stage of growth or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infancy",1,1,3 ], "infants collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infancy",1,1,4 ], "common law, at 18 by statute); minority nonage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infancy",1,1,4 ], "the period of life prior to attaining legal majority (reached at 21 under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant prodigy",1,1,1 ], "an exceptionally talented child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant school",1,1,1 ], "a school for children aged between 5 and 7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,1,1 ], "a child at the earliest stage of its life; baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,1,2 ], "another word for minor ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,1,3 ], "a young schoolchild, usually under the age of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,1,4 ], "a person who is beginning or inexperienced in an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,1,4,1 ], "of or relating to young children or infancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,1,4,2 ], "designed or intended for young children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,2,1 ], "in an early stage of development; nascent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infant",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the legal status of infancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infanta",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a daughter of a king of Spain or Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infanta",1,1,2 ], "the wife of an infante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infante",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a son of a king of Spain or Portugal, esp| one not heir to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infante",1,1,1 ], "throne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infanticide",1,1,1 ], "the killing of an infant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infanticide",1,1,2 ], "the practice of killing newborn infants, still prevalent in some primitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infanticide",1,1,2 ], "tribes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infanticide",1,1,3 ], "a person who kills an infant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantile paralysis",1,1,1 ], "another name for poliomyelitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantile",1,1,1 ], "like a child in action or behaviour; childishly immature; puerile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantile",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of infants or infancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantile",1,1,3 ], "in an early stage of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantilism",1,1,1,1 ], "a condition in which an older child or adult is mentally or physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantilism",1,1,1,1 ], "undeveloped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infantilism",1,1,1,2 ], "isolated instances of infantile behaviour in mature persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantilism",1,1,2 ], "childish speech; baby talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantry",1,1,1,1 ], "soldiers or units of soldiers who fight on foot with small arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infantryman",1,1,1 ], "a soldier belonging to the infantry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infarct",1,1,1 ], "a localized area of dead tissue (necrosis) resulting from obstruction of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infarct",1,1,1 ], "blood supply to that part, esp| by an embolus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infarction",1,1,1 ], "the formation or development of an infarct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infarction",1,1,2 ], "another word for infarct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infare",1,1,1 ], "a reception given on entering a new house or after a wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuate",1,1,1 ], "($In!ftj$u~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuate",1,2,1 ], "to inspire or fill with foolish, shallow, or extravagant passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuate",1,2,2 ], "to cause to act foolishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuate",1,3,1 ], "($In!ftj$u$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuate",1,3,2 ], "an archaic word for infatuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuate",1,4,1 ], "($In!ftj$u$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuate",1,4,2 ], "a person who is infatuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuated",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with) possessed by a foolish or extravagant passion, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuated",1,1,1 ], "another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infatuation",1,1,1 ], "the act of infatuating or state of being infatuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuation",1,1,2 ], "foolish or extravagant passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infatuation",1,1,3 ], "an object of foolish or extravagant passion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infeasible",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for impracticable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infect",1,1,1 ], "microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infect",1,1,1 ], "to cause infection in; contaminate (an organism, wound, etc|) with pathogenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infect",1,1,2 ], "to affect or become affected with a communicable disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infect",1,1,3 ], "to taint, pollute, or contaminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infect",1,1,4 ], "to affect, esp| adversely, as if by contagion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infect",1,1,5 ], "to taint with crime or illegality; expose to penalty or subject to forfeiture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infect",1,2,1 ], "contaminated or polluted with or as if with a disease; infected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infection",1,1,1 ], "invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infection",1,1,2 ], "the resulting condition in the tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infection",1,1,3 ], "an infectious disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infection",1,1,4 ], "the act of infecting or state of being infected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infection",1,1,5 ], "an agent or influence that infects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infection",1,1,6 ], "persuasion or corruption, as by ideas, perverse influences, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious hepatitis",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious viral disease characterized by inflammation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious hepatitis",1,1,1 ], "enlargement of the liver, fever, and jaundice and transmitted by ingesting contaminated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infectious hepatitis",1,1,1 ], "food or drink" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "infectious mononucleosis",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious disease, probably caused by a virus, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious mononucleosis",1,1,1 ], "blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "infectious mononucleosis",1,1,1 ], "fever, sore throat, swollen and painful lymph nodes, and abnormal lymphocytes in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infectious",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease) capable of being transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious",1,1,2 ], "(of a disease) caused by microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious",1,1,2 ], "protozoa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infectious",1,1,3 ], "causing or transmitting infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious",1,1,4 ], "tending or apt to spread, as from one person to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious",1,1,4,1 ], "tainting or capable of tainting with illegality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infectious",1,1,4,2 ], "rendering liable to seizure or forfeiture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infective",1,1,1 ], "capable of causing infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infective",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for infectious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infecund",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for infertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infelicitous",1,1,1 ], "not felicitous; unfortunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infelicitous",1,1,2 ], "inappropriate or unsuitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infelicity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being unhappy or unfortunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infelicity",1,1,2 ], "an instance of bad luck or mischance; misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infelicity",1,1,3 ], "something, esp| a remark or expression, that is inapt or inappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infer" ,1, 1, 1],"(when, may take a clause as object) to conclude (a state of affairs,",1). c_DEF([ "infer" ,1, 1, 1],"supposition, etc|) by reasoning from evidence; deduce",2). c_DEF([ "infer" ,1, 2, 1],"to have or lead to as a necessary or logical consequence; indicate",1). c_DEF([ "infer" ,1, 3, 1],"to hint or imply",1). c_DEF([ "inference",1,1,1 ], "a process of reasoning in which a conclusion is obtained in some way from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inference",1,1,1 ], "certain facts or premisses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inference",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of inferring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inference",1,1,3 ], "an inferred conclusion, deduction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferential",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from inference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior court",1,1,1 ], "a court of limited jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior court",1,1,2 ], "any court other than the Supreme Court of Judicature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior planet",1,1,1 ], "earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inferior planet",1,1,1 ], "either of the planets Mercury and Venus, whose orbits lie inside that of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,1 ], "lower in value or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,2 ], "lower in rank, position, or status; subordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,3 ], "not of the best; mediocre; commonplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,4 ], "lower in position; situated beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,5 ], "(of a plant ovary) enclosed by and fused with the receptacle so that it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,5 ], "situated below the other floral parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,5,1 ], "orbiting or occurring between the sun and the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,5,2 ], "lying below the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,6 ], "(of a character) printed at the foot of an ordinary character, as the 2 in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,1,6 ], "H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,2,1 ], "an inferior person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferior",1,2,2 ], "an inferior character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferiority complex",1,1,1 ], "a disorder arising from the conflict between the desire to be noticed and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferiority complex",1,1,1 ], "fear of being humiliated, characterized by aggressiveness or withdrawal into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inferiority complex",1,1,1 ], "oneself" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "infernal machine",1,1,1 ], "a usually disguised explosive device or booby trap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infernal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an underworld of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infernal",1,1,2 ], "deserving hell or befitting its occupants; diabolic; fiendish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infernal",1,1,3 ], "irritating; confounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferno",1,1,1 ], "hell; the infernal region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inferno",1,1,2 ], "any place or state resembling hell, esp| a conflagration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infertile",1,1,1 ], "not capable of producing offspring; sterile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infertile",1,1,2 ], "(of land) not productive; barren" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infest",1,1,1 ], "to inhabit or overrun in dangerously or unpleasantly large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infest",1,1,2 ], "(of parasites such as lice) to invade and live on or in (a host)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infeudation",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infeudation",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of putting a vassal in possession of a fief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infeudation",1,1,1,2 ], "the deed conferring such possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infeudation",1,1,1,3 ], "the consequent relationship of lord and vassal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infeudation",1,1,2 ], "the granting of tithes to laymen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infibulate",1,1,1 ], "to enclose (esp| the genitals, to prevent sexual intercourse) with a clasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infidel",1,1,1 ], "a person who has no religious belief; unbeliever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infidel",1,2,1 ], "rejecting a specific religion, esp| Christianity or Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infidel",1,2,2 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to unbelievers or unbelief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infidelity",1,1,1 ], "lack of faith or constancy, esp| sexual faithfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infidelity",1,1,2 ], "lack of religious faith; disbelief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infidelity",1,1,3 ], "an act or instance of disloyalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infield",1,1,1 ], "the area of the field near the pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infield",1,1,1,1 ], "the area of the playing field enclosed by the base lines and extending beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infield",1,1,1,1 ], "the part of a farm nearest to the farm buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infield",1,1,1,1 ], "them towards the outfield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infield",1,1,1,2 ], "and sometimes the pitcher, collectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infield",1,1,1,2 ], "land from which crops are regularly taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infield",1,1,1,2 ], "the positions of the first baseman, second baseman, shortstop, third baseman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infielder",1,1,1 ], "a player positioned in the infield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infighting",1,1,1 ], "combat at close quarters in which proper blows are inhibited and the fighters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infighting",1,1,1 ], "try to wear down each other's strength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infighting",1,1,2 ], "intense competition, as between members of the same organization, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infighting",1,1,2 ], "kept secret from outsiders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infill",1,1,1 ], "buildings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infill",1,1,1 ], "the act of filling or closing gaps, etc|, in something, such as a row of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infill",1,1,2 ], "material used to fill a cavity, gap, hole, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infiltrate",1,1,1 ], "pores or interstices of a solid; permeate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infiltrate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo the process in which a fluid passes into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infiltrate",1,1,2 ], "to pass undetected through (an enemy-held line or position)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infiltrate",1,1,3 ], "to gain or cause to gain entrance or access surreptitiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infiltrate",1,2,1 ], "something that infiltrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infiltrate",1,2,2 ], "any substance that passes into and accumulates within cells, tissues, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infiltrate",1,2,2 ], "organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,1,1 ], "having no limits or boundaries in time, space, extent, or magnitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,1,2 ], "the infinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,2 ], "extremely or immeasurably great or numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,3 ], "all-embracing, absolute, or total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,3,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,3,1 ], "having an unlimited or uncountable number of digits, factors, terms, members," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a set) able to be put in a one-to-one correspondence with part of itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinite",1,1,3,3 ], "(of an integral) having infinity as one or both limits of integration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitesimal calculus",1,1,1 ], "another name for calculus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitesimal",1,1,1 ], "infinitely or immeasurably small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitesimal",1,1,2 ], "approaches zero as a limit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infinitesimal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or involving a small change in the value of a variable that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitesimal",1,2,1 ], "an infinitesimal quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitive marker",1,1,1 ], "a word or affix occurring with the verb stem in the infinitive, such as to in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitive marker",1,1,1 ], "to make" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infinitive",1,1,1 ], "a form of the verb not inflected for grammatical categories such as tense and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitive",1,1,1 ], "of the word to followed by the verb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "infinitive",1,1,1 ], "person and used without an overt subject| In English, the infinitive usually consists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infinitude",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being infinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinitude",1,1,2 ], "an infinite extent, quantity, degree, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being infinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,2 ], "endless time, space, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,3 ], "an infinitely or indefinitely great number or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,4 ], "a point that is far enough away from a lens, mirror, etc|, for the light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,4 ], "emitted by it to fall in parallel rays on the surface of the lens, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,5 ], "a dimension or quantity of sufficient size to be unaffected by finite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,5 ], "variations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,5,1 ], "the concept of a value greater than any finite numerical value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,5,2 ], "the reciprocal of zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,5,3 ], "the limit of an infinite sequence of numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,6 ], "(in Euclidian geometry) a distant hypothetical point at which two parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infinity",1,1,6 ], "lines are assumed to meet|Symbol (for senses 4-7): 8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infin|",1,1,1 ], "infinitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirm",1,1,1 ], "weak in health or body, esp| from old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirm",1,1,2 ], "lacking moral certainty; indecisive or irresolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirm",1,1,3 ], "not stable, sound, or secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirm",1,1,4 ], "(of a law, custom, etc|) lacking legal force invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirmary",1,1,1 ], "a place for the treatment of the sick or injured; dispensary; hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirmity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being infirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirmity",1,1,2 ], "physical weakness or debility; frailty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infirmity",1,1,3 ], "a moral flaw or failing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infix",1,1,1 ], "($In!f$Iks, !$In~f$Iks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infix",1,2,1 ], "to fix firmly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infix",1,3,1 ], "to instil or inculcate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infix",1,3,2 ], "to insert (an affix) or (of an affix) to be inserted into the middle of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infix",1,3,2 ], "word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infix",1,4,1 ], "an affix inserted into the middle of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflame",1,1,1 ], "to arouse or become aroused to violent emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflame",1,2,1 ], "to increase or intensify; aggravate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflame",1,2,2 ], "to become inflamed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inflame",1,2,2 ], "to produce inflammation in (a tissue, organ, or part) or (of a tissue, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflame",1,2,3 ], "to set or be set on fire; kindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflame",1,3,1 ], "to cause to redden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflammable" ,1, 1, 1],"liable to catch fire; flammable",1). c_DEF([ "inflammable" ,1, 1, 2],"readily aroused to anger or passion",1). c_DEF([ "inflammable" ,1, 2, 1],"something that is liable to catch fire",1). c_DEF([ "inflammation",1,1,1 ], "redness, swelling, and pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inflammation",1,1,1 ], "the reaction of living tissue to injury or infection, characterized by heat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflammation",1,1,2 ], "the act of inflaming or the state of being inflamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflammatory",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or caused by inflammation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflammatory",1,1,2 ], "tending to arouse violence, strong emotion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflatable",1,1,1 ], "any of various large air-filled objects made of strong plastic or rubber, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflatable",1,1,1 ], "for children to play on at fairs, carnivals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inflatable",1,2,1 ], "capable of being inflated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflate",1,1,1 ], "to expand or cause to expand by filling with gas or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflate",1,2,1 ], "to cause to increase excessively; puff up; swell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflate",1,3,1 ], "to cause inflation of (prices, money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflate",1,4,1 ], "to raise in spirits; elate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflate",1,5,1 ], "to undergo economic inflation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflation",1,1,1 ], "the act of inflating or state of being inflated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflation",1,1,2 ], "a progressive increase in the general level of prices brought about by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflation",1,1,2 ], "expansion in demand or the money supply (demand-pull inflation) or by autonomous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inflation",1,1,2 ], "increases in costs (cost-push inflation)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "inflation",1,1,3 ], "the rate of increase of prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflationary spiral",1,1,1 ], "a continuous rise in prices caused by and causing higher incomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflationary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, causing, or characterized by inflation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflationism",1,1,1 ], "and credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inflationism",1,1,1 ], "the advocacy or policy of inflation through expansion of the supply of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflect",1,1,1 ], "to change (the form of a word) or (of a word) to change in form by inflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflect",1,2,1 ], "to change (the voice) in tone or pitch; modulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflect",1,3,1 ], "to cause to deviate from a straight or normal line or course; bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflection",1,1,1 ], "modulation of the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflection",1,1,2 ], "a change in the form of a word, usually modification or affixation, signalling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflection",1,1,2 ], "case" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "inflection",1,1,2 ], "change in such grammatical functions as tense, voice, mood, person, gender, number, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inflection",1,1,3 ], "an angle or bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflection",1,1,4 ], "the act of inflecting or the state of being inflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflection",1,1,5 ], "a change in curvature from concave to convex or vice versa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflexed",1,1,1 ], "curved or bent inwards and downwards towards the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflexible",1,1,1 ], "not flexible; rigid; stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflexible",1,1,2 ], "obstinate; unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflexible",1,1,3 ], "without variation; unalterable; fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflict",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on or upon) to impose (something unwelcome, such as pain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflict",1,1,1 ], "oneself, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inflict",1,1,2 ], "to cause to suffer; afflict (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflict",1,1,3 ], "to deal out (blows, lashes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflorescence",1,1,1 ], "the part of a plant that consists of the flower-bearing stalks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflorescence",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of the flowers on the stalks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflorescence",1,1,3 ], "the process of flowering; blossoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflow",1,1,1 ], "something, such as a liquid or gas, that flows in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflow",1,1,2 ], "the amount or rate of flowing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inflow",1,1,3 ], "the act of flowing in; influx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,1,1 ], "an effect of one person or thing on another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,1,2 ], "the power of a person or thing to have such an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,1,3 ], "power or sway resulting from ability, wealth, position, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing having influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,1,5 ], "affecting a person's actions, future, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,1,5 ], "an ethereal fluid or occult power regarded as emanating from the stars and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,1,6 ], "under the influence| Informal| drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,2,1 ], "to persuade or induce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influence",1,2,2 ], "to have an effect upon (actions, events, etc|); affect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influent",1,1,1 ], "flowing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influent",1,2,1 ], "something flowing in, esp| a tributary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influent",1,2,2 ], "an organism that has a major effect on the nature of its community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influential",1,1,1 ], "having or exerting influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influenza",1,1,1 ], "a highly contagious and often epidemic viral disease characterized by fever," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influenza",1,1,1 ], "prostration, muscular aches and pains, and inflammation of the respiratory passages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "influenza",1,1,2 ], "Informal name: flu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influx",1,1,1 ], "the arrival or entry of many people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influx",1,1,2 ], "the act of flowing in; inflow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "influx",1,1,3 ], "the mouth of a stream or river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infl|",1,1,1 ], "influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infl|",1,1,2 ], "influenced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "info",1,1,1 ], "short for information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infold",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of enfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,1,1 ], "to give information to; tell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,2,1 ], "to make conversant (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,3,1 ], "to give information regarding criminals, as to the police, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,3,2 ], "to give form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,3,3 ], "to impart some essential or formative characteristic to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,4,1 ], "to animate or inspire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,5,1,1 ], "to train or educate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",1,5,1,2 ], "to report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inform",2,1,1 ], "without shape; unformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informal vote",1,1,1 ], "an invalid vote or ballot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informal",1,1,1 ], "not of a formal, official, or stiffly conventional nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informal",1,1,2 ], "appropriate to everyday life or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informal",1,1,3 ], "conversational language rather than to formal written language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "informal",1,1,3 ], "denoting or characterized by idiom, vocabulary, etc|, appropriate to everyday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informal",1,1,4 ], "denoting a second-person pronoun in some languages used when the addressee is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informal",1,1,4 ], "regarded as a friend or social inferior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "informality",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informality",1,1,2 ], "an informal act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informant",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives information about a thing, a subject being studied, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information retrieval",1,1,1 ], "item of this information when required" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "information retrieval",1,1,1 ], "of large quantities of information and the automatic retrieval of a particular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "information retrieval",1,1,1 ], "the branch of computer science concerned with the classification and storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information science",1,1,1 ], "information, often employing computers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "information science",1,1,1 ], "the science of the collection, evaluation, organization, and dissemination of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information theory",1,1,1 ], "a collection of mathematical theories, based on statistics, concerned with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information theory",1,1,1 ], "methods of coding, transmitting, storing, retrieving, and decoding information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,1 ], "knowledge acquired through experience or study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,2 ], "knowledge of specific and timely events or situations; news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3 ], "the act of informing or the condition of being informed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,1 ], "a charge or complaint made before justices of the peace, usually on oath, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,1 ], "an office, agency, etc|, providing information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,1 ], "institute summary criminal proceedings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,1 ], "instructions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,1 ], "the results derived from the processing of data according to programmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,2 ], "a complaint filed on behalf of the Crown, usually by the attorney general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,2 ], "another word for data ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "information",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informative",1,1,1 ], "providing information; instructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informed",1,1,1 ], "having much knowledge or education; learned or cultured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informer",1,1,1 ], "a person who informs against someone, esp| a criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "informer",1,1,2 ], "a person who provides information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infra dig",1,1,1 ], "beneath one's dignity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infra",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in textual annotation) below further on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infra-",1,1,1 ], "below; beneath; after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infracostal",1,1,1 ], "situated beneath the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infract",1,1,1 ], "to violate or break (a law, agreement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infralapsarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes that only after the Fall did God decree who was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infralapsarian",1,1,1 ], "predestined to salvation and who was not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infrangible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infrangible",1,1,2 ], "not capable of being violated or infringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infrared",1,1,1 ], "but a shorter wavelength than radio waves; radiation with wavelength between 0|8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infrared",1,1,1 ], "micrometres and 1 millimetre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "infrared",1,1,1 ], "the part of the electromagnetic spectrum with a longer wavelength than light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infrared",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of radiation lying within the infrared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infrasonic",1,1,1 ], "(of an oscillation, vibration, or pressure wave) having a frequency below that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infrasonic",1,1,1 ], "of sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infrastructure",1,1,1 ], "the basic structure of an organization, system, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infrastructure",1,1,2 ], "schools, etc|, considered as a determinant of economic growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infrastructure",1,1,2 ], "the stock of fixed capital equipment in a country, including factories, roads," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infrequent",1,1,1 ], "rarely happening or present; only occasional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infringe",1,1,1 ], "to violate or break (a law, agreement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infringe",1,2,1 ], "to encroach or trespass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infulae",1,1,1 ], "the two ribbons hanging from the back of a bishop's mitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infundibuliform",1,1,1 ], "(of plant parts) shaped like a funnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infundibulum",1,1,1 ], "any funnel-shaped part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuriate",1,1,1 ], "($In!fj$u@$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuriate",1,2,1 ], "to anger; annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuriate",1,3,1 ], "($In!fj$u@$I$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuriate",1,3,2 ], "furious; infuriated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuscate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the wings of an insect) tinged with brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuse",1,1,1 ], "to instil or inculcate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuse",1,2,1 ], "to inspire; emotionally charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuse",1,2,2 ], "to soak or be soaked in order to extract flavour or other properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuse",1,2,3 ], "(foll| by into) to pour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infuser",1,1,1 ], "any device used to make an infusion, esp| a tea maker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusible",1,1,1 ], "not fusible; not easily melted; having a high melting point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusible",2,1,1 ], "capable of being infused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusion",1,1,1 ], "the act of infusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusion",1,1,2 ], "something infused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusion",1,1,3 ], "an extract obtained by soaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusion",1,1,4 ], "introduction of a liquid, such as a saline solution, into a vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusionism",1,1,1 ], "implanted in his body, to remain there for the duration of his earthly life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infusionism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that at the birth of each individual a pre-existing soul is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusorial earth",1,1,1 ], "another name for diatomaceous earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusorian",1,1,1 ], "any of the microscopic organisms, such as protozoans and rotifers, found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusorian",1,1,1 ], "infusions of organic material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "infusorian",1,1,2 ], "any member of the subclass Ciliata (see ciliate ,3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "infusorian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to infusorians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inf|",1,1,1 ], "inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inf|",1,1,2 ], "infinitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inf|",1,1,3 ], "influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inf|",1,1,4 ], "information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inf|",1,1,5 ], "infra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingather",1,1,1 ], "to gather together or in (a harvest, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingeminate",1,1,1 ], "to repeat; reiterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenerate",1,1,1 ], "inherent, intrinsic, or innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenerate",2,1,1 ], "to produce within engender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenious",1,1,1 ], "possessing or done with ingenuity; skilful or clever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenious",1,1,2 ], "having great intelligence; displaying genius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenuity",1,1,1 ], "inventive talent; cleverness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenuity",1,1,2 ], "an ingenious device, act, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenuity",1,1,3 ], "frankness; candour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenuous",1,1,1 ], "naive, artless, or innocent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingenuous",1,1,2 ], "candid; frank; straightforward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingest",1,1,1 ], "to take (food or liquid) into the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingest",1,1,2 ], "(of a jet engine) to suck in (an object, bird, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingesta",1,1,1 ], "nourishment taken into the body through the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingle",1,1,1 ], "a fire in a room or a fireplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inglenook",1,1,1 ], "a corner by a fireplace; chimney corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inglorious",1,1,1 ], "without courage or glory; dishonourable, shameful, or disgraceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inglorious",1,1,2 ], "unknown or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingnue",1,1,1 ], "an artless, innocent, or inexperienced girl or young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingoing",1,1,1 ], "coming or going in; entering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingoing",1,2,1 ], "the sum paid by a new tenant for fixtures left behind by the outgoing tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingot iron",1,1,1 ], "a type of steel containing a small amount of carbon and very small quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingot iron",1,1,1 ], "of other elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ingot",1,1,1 ], "a piece of cast metal obtained from a mould in a form suitable for storage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingot",1,1,1 ], "transporting, and further use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ingot",1,2,1 ], "to shape (metal) into ingots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingraft",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of engraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,1,1 ], "($In!gre$In)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,2,1 ], "to impress deeply on the mind or nature; instil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,2,2 ], "to dye into the fibre of (a fabric)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,3,1 ], "variants of ingrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,3,2 ], "(of woven or knitted articles, esp| rugs and carpets) made of dyed yarn or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,3,2 ], "fibre that is dyed before being spun into yarn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,4,1,1 ], "a carpet made from ingrained yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrain",1,4,1,2 ], "such yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrained",1,1,1 ], "deeply impressed or instilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrained",1,1,2 ], "complete or inveterate; utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrained",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of dirt) worked into or through the fibre, grain, pores, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrate",1,1,1 ], "an ungrateful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrate",1,2,1 ], "ungrateful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingratiate",1,1,1 ], "to place (oneself) purposely in the favour (of another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingratitude",1,1,1 ], "lack of gratitude; ungratefulness; thanklessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingravescent",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a disease) becoming more severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingredient",1,1,1 ], "a component of a mixture, compound, etc|, esp| in cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingress",1,1,1 ], "the act of going or coming in; an entering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingress",1,1,2 ], "a way in; entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingress",1,1,3 ], "the right or permission to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingress",1,1,4 ], "another name for immersion ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingressive",1,1,1 ], "of or concerning ingress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingressive",1,1,2 ], "(of a speech sound) pronounced with an inhalation rather than exhalation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingressive",1,1,2 ], "breath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ingressive",1,2,1 ], "an ingressive speech sound, such as a Zulu click" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrowing",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a toenail) growing abnormally into the flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrowing",1,1,2 ], "growing within or into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrown",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a toenail) grown abnormally into the flesh; covered by adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrown",1,1,1 ], "tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ingrown",1,1,2 ], "grown within; native; innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrown",1,1,3 ], "excessively concerned with oneself, one's own particular group, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrown",1,1,4 ], "ingrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrowth",1,1,1 ], "the act of growing inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingrowth",1,1,2 ], "something that grows inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inguinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the groin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingulf",1,1,1 ], "a variant of engulf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ingurgitate",1,1,1 ], "to swallow (food, etc|) with greed or in excess; gorge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhabit",1,1,1 ], "to live or dwell in; occupy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhabit",1,2,1 ], "to abide or dwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhabitant",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that is a permanent resident of a particular place or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhabitant",1,1,1 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inhalant",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a volatile medicinal preparation) inhaled for its soothing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhalant",1,1,1 ], "therapeutic effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inhalant",1,1,2 ], "inhaling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhalant",1,2,1 ], "an inhalant medicinal preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhalation",1,1,1 ], "the act of inhaling; breathing in of air or other vapours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhalation",1,1,2 ], "an inhalant preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhalator",1,1,1 ], "a device for issuing a vapour which is breathed in to ease discomfort of or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhalator",1,1,1 ], "provide medication for the respiratory system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inhale",1,1,1 ], "to draw (breath, etc|) into the lungs; breathe in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhaler",1,1,1 ], "a device for breathing in therapeutic vapours, esp| one for relieving nasal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhaler",1,1,1 ], "congestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inhaler",1,1,2 ], "a person who inhales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inharmonious" ,1, 1, 1],"lacking harmony; discordant",1). c_DEF([ "inharmonious" ,1, 1, 2],"lacking accord or agreement",1). c_DEF([ "inhaul",1,1,1 ], "a line for hauling in a sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhere",1,1,1 ], "to be an inseparable part (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inherence",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being inherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inherence",1,1,2 ], "predicated, esp| if they are its essential constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inherence",1,1,2 ], "the relation of attributes, elements, etc|, to the subject of which they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inherent",1,1,1 ], "existing as an inseparable part; intrinsic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inherit",1,1,1 ], "to receive (property, a right, title, etc|) by succession or under a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inherit",1,2,1 ], "to succeed as heir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inherit",1,3,1 ], "to possess (a characteristic) through genetic transmission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inherit",1,4,1 ], "to receive (a position, attitude, property, etc|) from a predecessor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being transmitted by heredity from one generation to a later one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being inherited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritable",1,1,3 ], "capable of inheriting; having the right to inherit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance tax",1,1,1 ], "a state tax imposed on an inheritance according to its size and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance tax",1,1,1 ], "relationship of the beneficiary to the deceased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,1,1 ], "hereditary succession to an estate, title, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,1,2 ], "the right of an heir to succeed to property on the death of an ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,1,3 ], "something that may legally be transmitted to an heir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,2 ], "the act of inheriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,3 ], "something inherited; heritage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,4 ], "heredity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,4 ], "the derivation of characteristics of one generation from an earlier one by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inheritance",1,1,5 ], "hereditary rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhesion",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for inherence ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibit",1,1,1 ], "to restrain or hinder (an impulse, desire, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibit",1,1,2 ], "to prohibit; forbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibit",1,1,3 ], "to stop, prevent, or decrease the rate of (a chemical reaction)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibit",1,1,3,1 ], "to prevent the occurrence of (a particular signal) in a circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibit",1,1,3,2 ], "to prevent the performance of (a particular operation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,1 ], "the act of inhibiting or the condition of being inhibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,1,1 ], "a mental state or condition in which the varieties of expression and behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,1,1 ], "of an individual become restricted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,1,2 ], "the prevention of a response in oneself or another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,1,3 ], "(in psychoanalytical theory) the unconscious restraining of an impulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,2 ], "the process of stopping or retarding a chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,3 ], "stimulation of its nerve supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,3 ], "the suppression of the function or action of an organ or part, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibition",1,1,4 ], "an episcopal order suspending an incumbent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibitor",1,1,1 ], "a substance that retards or stops a chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibitor",1,1,2 ], "any impurity in a solid that prevents luminescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibitor",1,1,3 ], "an inert substance added to some rocket fuels to inhibit ignition on certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhibitor",1,1,3 ], "surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inhomogeneous",1,1,1 ], "not homogeneous or uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhospitable",1,1,1 ], "not hospitable; unfriendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhospitable",1,1,2 ], "(of a region, environment, etc|) lacking a favourable climate, terrain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhospitality",1,1,1 ], "the state or attitude of being inhospitable or unwelcoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhuman",1,1,1 ], "lacking humane feelings, such as sympathy, understanding, etc| cruel brutal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhuman",1,1,2 ], "not human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhumanity",1,1,1 ], "lack of humane qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhumanity",1,1,2 ], "an inhumane act, decision, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inhume",1,1,1 ], "to inter bury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inimical",1,1,1 ], "adverse or unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inimical",1,1,2 ], "not friendly; hostile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inimitable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being duplicated or imitated; unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inion",1,1,1 ], "measurement in craniometry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inion",1,1,1 ], "the most prominent point at the back of the head, used as a point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iniquity",1,1,1 ], "lack of justice or righteousness; wickedness; injustice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iniquity",1,1,2 ], "a wicked act; sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initial",1,1,1 ], "of, at, or concerning the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initial",1,2,1 ], "the first letter of a word, esp| a person's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initial",1,2,2 ], "a large sometimes highly decorated letter set at the beginning of a chapter or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initial",1,2,2 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "initial",1,2,3 ], "a cell from which tissues and organs develop by division and differentiation;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initial",1,2,3 ], "a meristematic cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "initial",1,3,1 ], "(tr|) to sign with one's initials, esp| to indicate approval; endorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initialize",1,1,1 ], "program" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "initialize",1,1,1 ], "to assign an initial value to (a variable or storage location) in a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,1,1 ], "($I!n$I#s$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,2,1 ], "to begin or originate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,2,2 ], "secret ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,2,2 ], "to accept (new members) into an organization such as a club, through often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,2,3 ], "to teach fundamentals to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,3,1 ], "($I!n$I#s$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,3,2 ], "initiated; begun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,4,1 ], "($I!n$I#s$I$It, -~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,4,2 ], "a person who has been initiated, esp| recently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiate",1,4,3 ], "a beginner; novice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiation",1,1,1 ], "the act of initiating or the condition of being initiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiation",1,1,2 ], "the often secret ceremony initiating new members into an organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,1,1 ], "the first step or action of a matter; commencing move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,1,2 ], "the right or power to begin or initiate something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,1,3 ], "the ability or attitude required to begin or initiate something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,1,3,1 ], "the right or power to introduce legislation, etc|, in a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,1,3,2 ], "states and Switzerland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,1,3,2 ], "the procedure by which citizens originate legislation, as in many American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,1,4 ], "on one's own initiative|without being prompted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "initiative",1,2,1 ], "of or concerning initiation or serving to initiate; initiatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "init|",1,1,1 ], "initial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "init|",1,1,2 ], "initio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inject",1,1,1 ], "syringe or similar instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inject",1,1,1 ], "to introduce (a fluid) into (the body of a person or animal) by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inject",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by into) to introduce (a new aspect or element)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inject",1,1,3 ], "to interject (a comment, idea, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inject",1,1,4 ], "to place (a rocket, satellite, etc|) in orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,1 ], "fluid injected into the body, esp| for medicinal purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,2 ], "something injected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,3 ], "the act of injecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,3,1 ], "combustion chamber of an engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,3,1 ], "the act or process of introducing fluid under pressure, such as fuel into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,4 ], "a function or mapping for which f(x) = f(y) only if x,,y and for which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injection",1,1,4 ], "image of every element of the domain is contained in the image space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "injector",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that injects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injector",1,1,2 ], "a device for spraying fuel into the combustion chamber of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injector",1,1,2 ], "internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "injector",1,1,3 ], "a device for forcing water into a steam boiler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injudicious",1,1,1 ], "not discreet; imprudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injunction",1,1,1 ], "an instruction or order issued by a court to a party to an action, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injunction",1,1,1 ], "refrain from some act, such as causing a nuisance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "injunction",1,1,2 ], "a command, admonition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injunction",1,1,3 ], "the act of enjoining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injure",1,1,1 ], "to cause physical or mental harm or suffering to; hurt or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injure",1,1,2 ], "to offend, esp| by an injustice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injurious",1,1,1 ], "causing damage or harm; deleterious; hurtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injurious",1,1,2 ], "abusive, slanderous, or libellous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injury benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a weekly payment to a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injury benefit",1,1,1 ], "injured while at work, varying according to the degree of injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "injury time",1,1,1 ], "extra playing time added on to compensate for time spent attending to injured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injury time",1,1,1 ], "players during the match" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "injury",1,1,1 ], "physical damage or hurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injury",1,1,2 ], "a specific instance of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injury",1,1,3 ], "harm done to a reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injury",1,1,4 ], "a violation or infringement of another person's rights that causes him harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injury",1,1,4 ], "and is actionable at law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "injury",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injustice",1,1,1 ], "the condition or practice of being unjust or unfair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "injustice",1,1,2 ], "an unjust act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink in",1,1,1 ], "to use ink to go over pencil lines in (a drawing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink in",1,1,2 ], "to apply ink to (a printing surface) in preparing to print from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink up",1,1,1 ], "to apply ink to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink up",1,1,2 ], "(a printing machine) in preparing it for operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink",1,1,1 ], "a fluid or paste used for printing, writing, and drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink",1,1,2 ], "a dark brown fluid ejected into the water for self-concealment by an octopus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink",1,1,2 ], "or related mollusc from a gland (ink sac) near the anus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ink",1,2,1 ], "to mark with ink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink",1,2,2 ], "to coat (a printing surface) with ink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink-cap",1,1,1 ], "any saprophytic agaricaceous fungi of the genus Coprinus, whose cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ink-cap",1,1,1 ], "disintegrates into a black inky fluid after the spores mature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inkberry",1,1,1 ], "a North American holly tree, Ilex glabra, with black berry-like fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkberry",1,1,2 ], "another name for the pokeweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkberry",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of either of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkblot",1,1,1 ], "an abstract patch of ink, one of ten commonly used in the Rorschach test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkhorn term",1,1,1 ], "an affectedly learned and obscure borrowing from another language, esp| Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkhorn term",1,1,1 ], "or Latin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inkhorn",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a small portable container for ink, usually made from horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkle",1,1,1 ], "a kind of linen tape used for trimmings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkle",1,1,2 ], "the thread or yarn from which this tape is woven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkling",1,1,1 ], "a slight intimation or suggestion; suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkstand",1,1,1 ], "a stand or tray on which are kept writing implements and containers for ink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inkwell",1,1,1 ], "a small container for pen ink, often let into the surface of a desk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inky",1,1,1 ], "inkier, inkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inky",1,1,2 ], "resembling ink, esp| in colour; dark or black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inky",1,1,3 ], "of, containing, or stained with ink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlace",1,1,1 ], "a variant of enlace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlaid",1,1,1 ], "set in the surface, as a design in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlaid",1,1,2 ], "having such a design or inlay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inland bill",1,1,1 ], "a bill of exchange that is both drawn and made payable in the same country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inland",1,1,1 ], "of, concerning, or located in the interior of a country or region away from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inland",1,1,1 ], "sea or border" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inland",1,1,2 ], "operating within a country or region; domestic; not foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inland",1,2,1 ], "the interior of a country or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inland",1,3,1 ], "towards or into the interior of a country or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlay",1,1,1 ], "($In!le$I), lays, laying, laid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlay",1,2,1 ], "of wood, ivory, etc|, into prepared slots in the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inlay",1,2,1 ], "to decorate (an article, esp| of furniture, or a surface) by inserting pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlay",1,3,1 ], "a filling, made of gold, porcelain, etc|, inserted into a cavity and held in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlay",1,3,1 ], "position by cement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inlay",1,3,2 ], "decoration made by inlaying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlay",1,3,3 ], "an inlaid article, surface, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,1,1 ], "a narrow inland opening of the coastline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,1,2 ], "an entrance or opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,1,3 ], "the act of letting someone or something in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,1,4 ], "something let in or inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,1,4,1 ], "a passage, valve, or part through which a substance, esp| a fluid, enters a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,1,4,1 ], "device or machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,2,1 ], "($In!l$et), lets, letting, let" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlet",1,3,1 ], "to insert or inlay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlier",1,1,1 ], "an outcrop of rocks that is entirely surrounded by younger rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inly",1,1,1 ], "inwardly; intimately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inlying",1,1,1 ], "situated within or inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inmate",1,1,1 ], "a person who is confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inmate",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives with others in a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inmesh",1,1,1 ], "a variant of enmesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inmigrant",1,1,1 ], "coming in from another area of the same country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inmigrant",1,2,1 ], "an inmigrant person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inmost",1,1,1 ], "another word for innermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inn",1,1,1 ], "a pub or small hotel providing food and accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inn",1,1,2 ], "(formerly, in England) a college or hall of residence for students, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inn",1,1,2 ], "law, now only in the names of such institutions as the Inns of Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "innards",1,1,1 ], "the internal organs of the body, esp| the viscera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innards",1,1,2 ], "the interior parts or components of anything, esp| the working parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innate",1,1,1 ], "existing in a person or animal from birth; congenital; inborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innate",1,1,2 ], "being an essential part of the character of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innate",1,1,3 ], "instinctive; not learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innate",1,1,4 ], "(of anthers) joined to the filament by the base only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner bar",1,1,1 ], "all Queen's or King's Counsel collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner ear",1,1,1 ], "another name for internal ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner man",1,1,1 ], "the mind or soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner man",1,1,2 ], "the stomach or appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner planet",1,1,1 ], "any of the planets Mercury, Venus, earth, and Mars, whose orbits lie inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner planet",1,1,1 ], "the asteroid belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inner space",1,1,1 ], "the environment beneath the surface of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner space",1,1,2 ], "the human mind regarded as being as unknown or as unfathomable as space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner tube",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable rubber tube that fits inside a pneumatic tyre casing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,1,1 ], "being or located further inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,1,2 ], "happening or occurring inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,1,3 ], "relating to the soul, mind, spirit, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,1,4 ], "more profound or obscure; less apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,1,5 ], "exclusive or private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,1,6 ], "(of a compound) having a cyclic structure formed or apparently formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,1,6 ], "reaction of one functional group in a molecule with another group in the same molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,2,1,1 ], "the red innermost ring on a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner",1,2,1,2 ], "a shot which hits this ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inner-directed",1,1,1 ], "conform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inner-directed",1,1,1 ], "guided by one's own conscience and values rather than external pressures to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innermost",1,1,1 ], "being or located furthest within; central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innermost",1,1,2 ], "intimate; private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innervate",1,1,1 ], "to supply nerves to (a bodily organ or part)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innervate",1,1,2 ], "to stimulate (a bodily organ or part) with nerve impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innerve",1,1,1 ], "to supply with nervous energy stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inning",1,1,1 ], "a division of the game consisting of a turn at bat and a turn in the field for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inning",1,1,1 ], "each side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inning",1,1,2 ], "the reclamation of land from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innings",1,1,1,1 ], "the batting turn of a player or team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innings",1,1,1,2 ], "the runs scored during such a turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innings",1,1,2 ], "a period of opportunity or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innings",1,1,3 ], "land reclaimed from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innkeeper",1,1,1 ], "an owner or manager of an inn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocence",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being innocent| Archaic word: innocency " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,1,1 ], "not corrupted or tainted with evil or unpleasant emotion; sinless; pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,1,2 ], "not guilty of a particular crime; blameless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,2,1 ], "free (of); lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,2,2 ], "harmless or innocuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,2,3 ], "credulous, naive, or artless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,2,4 ], "simple-minded; slow-witted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,3,1 ], "an innocent person, esp| a young child or an ingenuous adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocent",1,3,2 ], "a simple-minded person; simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innocuous",1,1,1 ], "having little or no adverse or harmful effect; harmless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innominate bone",1,1,1 ], "either of the two bones that form the sides of the pelvis, consisting of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innominate bone",1,1,1 ], "fused components, the ilium, ischium, and pubis| Nontechnical name: hipbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "innominate",1,1,1 ], "having no name; nameless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innominate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for anonymous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innovate",1,1,1 ], "to invent or begin to apply (methods, ideas, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innovation",1,1,1 ], "something newly introduced, such as a new method or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innovation",1,1,2 ], "the act of innovating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innoxious",1,1,1 ], "not noxious; harmless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,1 ], "an indirect or subtle reference, esp| one made maliciously or indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,1 ], "criticism or disapproval; insinuation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,2 ], "(in pleading) a word introducing an explanatory phrase, usually in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,2 ], "parenthesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,3 ], "(in an action for defamation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,3,1 ], "an explanation of the construction put upon words alleged to be defamatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,3,1 ], "where the defamatory meaning is not apparent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "innuendo",1,1,3,2 ], "the words thus explained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innumerable",1,1,1 ], "so many as to be uncountable; extremely numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innumerate",1,1,1 ], "having neither knowledge nor understanding of mathematics or science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innumerate",1,2,1 ], "an innumerate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "innutrition",1,1,1 ], "lack or absence of nutrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inobservance",1,1,1 ], "heedlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inobservance",1,1,2 ], "lack of compliance with or adherence to a law, religious duty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoculable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being inoculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoculate",1,1,1 ], "animal), in order to induce immunity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inoculate",1,1,1 ], "to introduce (the causative agent of a disease) into the body of (a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoculate",1,2,1 ], "to introduce (microorganisms, esp| bacteria) into (a culture medium)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoculate",1,3,1 ], "to cause to be influenced or imbued, as with ideas or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoculum",1,1,1 ], "the substance used in giving an inoculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inodorous",1,1,1 ], "odourless; having no odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoffensive",1,1,1 ], "not giving offence; unobjectionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoffensive",1,1,2 ], "not unpleasant, poisonous, or harmful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inofficious",1,1,1 ], "contrary to moral obligation, as the disinheritance of a child by his parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoperable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being implemented or operated; unworkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoperable",1,1,2 ], "metastasis has rendered surgery useless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inoperable",1,1,2 ], "not suitable for operation without risk, esp| (of a malignant tumour) because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoperative",1,1,1 ], "not operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inoperative",1,1,2 ], "useless or ineffective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inopportune",1,1,1 ], "not opportune; inappropriate or badly timed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inordinate",1,1,1 ], "exceeding normal limits; immoderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inordinate",1,1,2 ], "unrestrained, as in behaviour or emotion; intemperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inordinate",1,1,3 ], "irregular or disordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic chemistry",1,1,1 ], "carbonates, etc|, are treated as inorganic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic chemistry",1,1,1 ], "except those containing carbon| Some simple carbon compounds, such as oxides," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic chemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the elements and all their compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic",1,1,1 ], "not having the structure or characteristics of living organisms; not organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or denoting chemical compounds that do not contain carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic",1,1,3 ], "not having a system, structure, or ordered relation of parts; amorphous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic",1,1,4 ], "not resulting from or produced by growth; artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic",1,1,5 ], "denoting or relating to a sound or letter introduced into the pronunciation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inorganic",1,1,5 ], "spelling of a word at some point in its history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inorg|",1,1,1 ], "inorganic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inosculate",1,1,1 ], "(of small blood vessels) to communicate by anastomosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inosculate",1,1,2 ], "to unite or be united so as to be continuous; blend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inosculate",1,1,3 ], "to intertwine or cause to intertwine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inositol",1,1,1 ], "a cyclic alcohol, one isomer of which (i-inositol) is present in yeast and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inositol",1,1,1 ], "a growth factor for some organisms; cyclohexanehexol| Formula: C6H12O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inotropic",1,1,1 ], "affecting or controlling the contraction of muscles, esp| those of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inpatient",1,1,1 ], "a patient living in the hospital where he is being treated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,1 ], "the act of putting in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,2 ], "that which is put in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,3 ], "a resource required for industrial production, such as capital goods, labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,3 ], "services, raw materials, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,3,1 ], "the data fed into a computer from a peripheral device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,3,1 ], "the signal or current fed into a component or circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,3,2 ], "the devices and operations involved in transferring the data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,3,2 ], "the terminals, or some other point, to which the signal is applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to electronic, computer, or other input" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input",1,2,1 ], "to insert (data) into a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input-output analysis",1,1,1 ], "accounting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "input-output analysis",1,1,1 ], "an analysis of production relationships between the industries of an economy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input-output analysis",1,1,1 ], "involving a study of each industry's inputs and outputs, esp| as used in social" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "input/output",1,1,1,1 ], "computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "input/output",1,1,1,1 ], "the equipment that controls the passage of information into or out of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input/output",1,1,1,2 ], "the operations that control this passage of information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input/output",1,1,1,3 ], "a data-bearing medium, such as magnetic tape or paper tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "input/output",1,1,2 ], "computer|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "input/output",1,1,2 ], "concerned with or relating to the passage of information into or out of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inqilab",1,1,1 ], "(in India, Pakistan, etc|) revolution (esp| in the phrase inqilab zindabad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inqilab",1,1,1 ], "long live the revolution)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inquest",1,1,1 ], "a jury before a coroner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inquest",1,1,1 ], "an inquiry into the cause of an unexplained, sudden, or violent death held by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquest",1,1,2 ], "any inquiry or investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquietude",1,1,1 ], "restlessness, uneasiness, or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquiline",1,1,1 ], "an animal that lives in close association with another animal without harming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquiline",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inquiline",1,2,1 ], "of or living as an inquiline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquire",1,1,1 ], "to make a search or investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquiring",1,1,1 ], "seeking or tending to seek answers, information, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisition",1,1,1 ], "the act of inquiring deeply or searchingly; investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisition",1,1,2 ], "a deep or searching inquiry, esp| a ruthless official investigation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisition",1,1,2 ], "individuals in order to suppress revolt or root out the unorthodox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inquisition",1,1,3 ], "an official inquiry, esp| one held by a jury before an officer of the Crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisition",1,1,4 ], "another word for inquest ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitive",1,1,1 ], "excessively curious, esp| about the affairs of others; prying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitive",1,1,2 ], "eager to learn; inquiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitor",1,1,1 ], "a person who inquires, esp| deeply, searchingly, or ruthlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitor",1,1,2 ], "an official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitorial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling inquisition or an inquisitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitorial",1,1,2 ], "offensively curious; prying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitorial",1,1,3 ], "denoting criminal procedure in which one party is both prosecutor and judge," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inquisitorial",1,1,3 ], "or in which the trial is held in secret" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inroad",1,1,1 ], "an invasion or hostile attack; raid or incursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inroad",1,1,2 ], "an encroachment or intrusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inrush",1,1,1 ], "a sudden usually overwhelming inward flow or rush; influx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insalivate",1,1,1 ], "to saturate (food) with saliva during mastication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insalubrious",1,1,1 ], "not salubrious; unpleasant, unhealthy, or sordid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insane",1,1,1,1 ], "mentally deranged; crazy; of unsound mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insane",1,1,1,2 ], "the insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insane",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of a person of unsound mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insane",1,1,3 ], "irresponsible; very foolish; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insanitary",1,1,1 ], "not sanitary; dirty or infected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insanity",1,1,1 ], "relatively permanent disorder of the mind; state or condition of being insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insanity",1,1,2 ], "(not in strict legal usage) a state of mind characterized by the inability to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insanity",1,1,2 ], "distinguish right from wrong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insanity",1,1,3 ], "utter folly; stupidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insatiable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be satisfied or satiated; greedy or unappeasable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscape",1,1,1 ], "or artistic works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inscape",1,1,1 ], "the essential inner nature of a person, object, etc|, as expressed in literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscribe",1,1,1 ], "such as wood, stone, or paper)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inscribe",1,1,1 ], "to make, carve, or engrave (writing, letters, a design, etc|) on (a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscribe",1,1,2 ], "to enter (a name) on a list or in a register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscribe",1,1,3 ], "another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inscribe",1,1,3 ], "to sign one's name on (a book, photograph, etc|) before presentation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscribe",1,1,4 ], "another construction so that the two are in contact but do not intersect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inscribe",1,1,4 ], "to draw (a geometric construction such as a circle, polygon, etc|) inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscription",1,1,1 ], "something inscribed, esp| words carved or engraved on a coin, tomb, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscription",1,1,2 ], "a signature or brief dedication in a book or on a work of art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscription",1,1,3 ], "the act of inscribing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inscrutable",1,1,1 ], "incomprehensible; mysterious or enigmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insect",1,1,1 ], "any small air-breathing arthropod of the class Insecta, having a body divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insect",1,1,1 ], "into head, thorax, and abdomen, three pairs of legs, and (in most species) two pairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insect",1,1,1 ], "of wings| Insects comprise about five sixths of all known animal species, with a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "insect",1,1,1 ], "total of over one million named species" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "insect",1,1,2 ], "(loosely) any similar invertebrate, such as a spider, tick, or centipede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insect",1,1,3 ], "a contemptible, loathsome, or insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insectarium",1,1,1 ], "a place where living insects are kept, bred, and studied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insecticide",1,1,1 ], "a substance used to destroy insect pests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insectivore",1,1,1 ], "any placental mammal of the order Insectivora, being typically small, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insectivore",1,1,1 ], "hedgehogs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "insectivore",1,1,1 ], "simple teeth, and feeding on invertebrates| The group includes shrews, moles, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insectivore",1,1,2 ], "any animal or plant that derives nourishment from insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insectivorous bat",1,1,1 ], "any bat of the suborder Microchiroptera, typically having large ears and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insectivorous bat",1,1,1 ], "feeding on insects| The group includes common bats (Myotis species), vampire bats, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insectivorous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on or adapted for feeding on insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insectivorous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the order Insectivora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insecure",1,1,1 ], "anxious or afraid; not confident or certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insecure",1,1,2 ], "not adequately protected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insecure",1,1,3 ], "unstable or shaky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inselberg",1,1,1 ], "an isolated rocky hill rising abruptly from a flat plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inseminate",1,1,1 ], "to impregnate (a female) with semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inseminate",1,1,2 ], "to introduce (ideas or attitudes) into the mind of (a person or group)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensate",1,1,1 ], "lacking sensation or consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensate",1,1,2 ], "insensitive; unfeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensate",1,1,3 ], "foolish; senseless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensible",1,1,1 ], "lacking sensation or consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensible",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of or to) unaware (of) or indifferent (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensible",1,1,3 ], "thoughtless or callous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensible",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for imperceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensitive",1,1,1 ], "lacking sensitivity; unfeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensitive",1,1,2 ], "lacking physical sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insensitive",1,2,1 ], "not sensitive (to) or affected (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insentient",1,1,1 ], "lacking consciousness or senses; inanimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inseparable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being separated or divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,1,1 ], "($In!s$z$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,2,1 ], "to put in or between; introduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,2,2 ], "to introduce, as into text, such as a newspaper; interpolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,3,1 ], "something inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,3,1,1 ], "a folded section placed in another for binding in with a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,3,1,2 ], "a printed sheet, esp| one bearing advertising, placed loose between the leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,3,1,2 ], "of a book, periodical, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insert",1,3,2 ], "another word for cut-in ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inserted",1,1,1 ], "(of a muscle) attached to the bone that it moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inserted",1,1,2 ], "(of parts of a plant) growing from another part, as stamens from the corolla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insertion",1,1,1 ], "the act of inserting or something that is inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insertion",1,1,2 ], "a word, sentence, correction, etc|, inserted into text, such as a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insertion",1,1,3 ], "a strip of lace, embroidery, etc|, between two pieces of material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insertion",1,1,4 ], "the point or manner of attachment of a muscle to the bone that it moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insertion",1,1,5 ], "the manner or point of attachment of one part to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insessorial",1,1,1 ], "(of feet or claws) adapted for perching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insessorial",1,1,2 ], "(of birds) having insessorial feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inset",1,1,1 ], "($In!s$et), sets, setting, set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inset",1,2,1 ], "to set or place in or within; insert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inset",1,3,1 ], "something inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inset",1,3,1,1 ], "a small map or diagram set within the borders of a larger one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inset",1,3,1,2 ], "another name for insert ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inset",1,3,2 ], "a piece of fabric inserted into a garment, as to shape it or for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inset",1,3,3 ], "a flowing in, as of the tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inshore",1,1,1 ], "in or on the water, but close to the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inshore",1,3,1 ], "towards the shore from the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inshrine",1,1,1 ], "a variant of enshrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside forward",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) one of two players (the inside right and the inside left)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside forward",1,1,1 ], "having mainly midfield and attacking roles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inside job",1,1,1 ], "a crime committed with the assistance of someone associated with the victim," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside job",1,1,1 ], "such as a person employed on the premises burgled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,1,1 ], "the interior; inner or enclosed part or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,1,2 ], "the side of a path away from the road or adjacent to a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,1,3 ], "the internal organs of the body, esp| the stomach and bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,1,4 ], "inside of| in a period of time less than; within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,1,5 ], "inside out| with the inside facing outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,1,6 ], "know (something) inside out| to know thoroughly or perfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,2,1 ], "in or to the interior of; within or to within; on the inside of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,3,1 ], "on or of an interior; on the inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,3,2 ], "arranged or provided by someone within an organization or building, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,3,2 ], "illicitly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,4,1 ], "within or to within a thing or place; indoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,4,2 ], "by nature; fundamentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inside",1,4,3 ], "in or into prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insider",1,1,1 ], "a member of a specified group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insider",1,1,2 ], "a person with access to exclusive information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insidious",1,1,1 ], "stealthy, subtle, cunning, or treacherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insidious",1,1,2 ], "working in a subtle or apparently innocuous way, but nevertheless deadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insight",1,1,1 ], "the ability to perceive clearly or deeply; penetration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insight",1,1,2 ], "a penetrating and often sudden understanding, as of a complex situation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insight",1,1,2 ], "problem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insight",1,1,2,1 ], "the capacity for understanding one's own or another's mental processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insight",1,1,2,2 ], "the immediate understanding of the significance of an event or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insight",1,1,3 ], "between psychotic and neurotic disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insight",1,1,3 ], "the ability to understand one's own problems, sometimes used to distinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insignia" ,1, 1, 1],"a badge or emblem of membership, office, or dignity",1). c_DEF([ "insignia" ,1, 1, 2],"a distinguishing sign or mark",1). c_DEF([ "insignificant",1,1,1 ], "having little or no importance; trifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insignificant",1,1,2 ], "almost or relatively meaningless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insignificant",1,1,3 ], "small or inadequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insignificant",1,1,4 ], "not distinctive in character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insincere",1,1,1 ], "lacking sincerity; hypocritical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insinuate",1,1,1 ], "to suggest by indirect allusion, hints, innuendo, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insinuate",1,2,1 ], "to introduce subtly or deviously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insinuate",1,3,1 ], "manoeuvres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insinuate",1,3,1 ], "to cause (someone, esp| oneself) to be accepted by gradual approaches or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insinuation",1,1,1 ], "an indirect or devious hint or suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insinuation",1,1,2 ], "the act or practice of insinuating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insipid",1,1,1 ], "lacking spirit or interest; boring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insipid",1,1,2 ], "lacking taste; unpalatable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insipience",1,1,1 ], "lack of wisdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insist",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insist",1,1,2 ], "when intr|, usually foll| by on or upon) to make a determined demand (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insist",1,1,3 ], "to express a convinced belief (in) or assertion (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insistent",1,1,1 ], "making continual and persistent demands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insistent",1,1,2 ], "demanding notice or attention; compelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insnare",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of ensnare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insobriety",1,1,1 ], "lack of sobriety; intemperance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolate",1,1,1 ], "to expose to sunlight, as for drying or bleaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolation",1,1,1 ], "area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insolation",1,1,1 ], "the quantity of solar radiation falling upon a body or planet, esp| per unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolation",1,1,2 ], "exposure to the sun's rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolation",1,1,3 ], "another name for sunstroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insole",1,1,1 ], "the inner sole of a shoe or boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insole",1,1,2 ], "a loose additional inner sole used to give extra warmth or to make a shoe fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolent",1,1,1 ], "offensive, impudent, or disrespectful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insoluble",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being dissolved; incapable of forming a solution, esp| in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insoluble",1,1,2 ], "incapable of being solved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolvable",1,1,1 ], "another word for insoluble ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolvent",1,1,1 ], "(of a person, company, etc|) having insufficient assets to meet debts and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolvent",1,1,1 ], "liabilities; bankrupt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insolvent",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to bankrupts or bankruptcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insolvent",1,2,1 ], "a person who is insolvent; bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insomnia",1,1,1 ], "chronic inability to fall asleep or to enjoy uninterrupted sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insomniac",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting or causing insomnia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insomniac",1,2,1 ], "a person experiencing insomnia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insomuch",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by as or that) to such an extent or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insomuch",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by as) because of the fact (that); inasmuch (as)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insouciant",1,1,1 ], "carefree or unconcerned; light-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspan",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Chiefly S| African| to harness (animals) to (a vehicle); yoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspect",1,1,1 ], "to examine closely, esp| for faults or errors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspect",1,1,2 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspect",1,1,2 ], "to scrutinize officially (a document, military personnel on ceremonial parade," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspection chamber",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for manhole ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspector general",1,1,1 ], "investigative powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspector general",1,1,1 ], "the head of an inspectorate or inspection system; an officer with wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspector general",1,1,2 ], "a staff officer of the military, air, or naval service with the responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspector general",1,1,2 ], "of conducting inspections and investigations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspector of taxes",1,1,1 ], "an official of the Inland Revenue whose work is to assess individuals' income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspector of taxes",1,1,1 ], "tax liability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspector",1,1,1 ], "a person who inspects, esp| an official who examines for compliance with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspector",1,1,1 ], "regulations, standards, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspector",1,1,2 ], "a police officer ranking below a superintendent or chief inspector and above a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspector",1,1,2 ], "sergeant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspectorate",1,1,1 ], "the office, rank, or duties of an inspector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspectorate",1,1,2 ], "a body of inspectors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspectorate",1,1,3 ], "a district under an inspector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insphere",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ensphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspiration",1,1,1 ], "activity or creativity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspiration",1,1,1 ], "stimulation or arousal of the mind, feelings, etc|, to special or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspiration",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being so stimulated or aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspiration",1,1,3 ], "someone or something that causes this state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspiration",1,1,4 ], "an idea or action resulting from such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspiration",1,1,5 ], "the act or process of inhaling; breathing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspirational",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or tending to arouse inspiration; inspiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspirational",1,1,2 ], "resulting from inspiration; inspired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspiratory",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to inhalation or the drawing in of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,1,1 ], "invigorate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,1,1 ], "to exert a stimulating or beneficial effect upon (a person, etc|); animate or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,2,1 ], "to arouse (with a particular emotion or to a particular action); stir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,3,1 ], "to prompt or instigate; give rise to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,4,1 ], "to guide or arouse by divine influence or inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,4,2 ], "to take or draw (air, gas, etc|) into the lungs; inhale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,5,1,1 ], "to breathe into or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspire",1,5,1,2 ], "to breathe life into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspirit",1,1,1 ], "to fill with vigour inspire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inspissate",1,1,1 ], "to thicken, as by evaporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insp|",1,1,1 ], "inspected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insp|",1,1,2 ], "inspector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instability",1,1,1 ], "lack of stability or steadiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instability",1,1,2 ], "tendency to variable or unpredictable behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instability",1,1,3 ], "a sudden deformation of a plasma due to a weakening of the confining field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instable",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for unstable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "install",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to place (machinery, equipment, etc|) in position and connect and adjust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "install",1,1,1 ], "for use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "install",1,1,2 ], "to put in a position, rank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "install",1,1,3 ], "to settle (a person, esp| oneself) in a position or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "installant",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who installs another in an office, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "installant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "installation",1,1,1 ], "the act of installing or the state of being installed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "installation",1,1,2 ], "a large device, system, or piece of equipment that has been installed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "installation",1,1,3 ], "a military establishment usually serving in a support role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "installment plan",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for hire-purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instalment",1,1,1 ], "at specified intervals over a fixed period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instalment",1,1,1 ], "one of the portions, usually equal, into which a debt is divided for payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instalment",1,1,2 ], "a portion of something that is issued, broadcast, or published in parts, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instalment",1,1,2 ], "as a serial in a magazine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instalment",2,1,1 ], "another word for installation ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instance",1,1,1 ], "a case or particular example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instance",1,1,2 ], "for instance| for or as an example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instance",1,1,3 ], "a specified stage in proceedings; step (in the phrases in the first, second," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instance",1,1,3 ], "etc|, instance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instance",1,1,4 ], "urgent request or demand (esp| in the phrase at the instance of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instance",1,1,5 ], "motive or reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instance",1,2,1 ], "to cite as an example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instancy",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being urgent or imminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instancy",1,1,2 ], "instantaneousness; immediateness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant replay",1,1,1 ], "another name for action replay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,1,1 ], "a very brief time; moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,1,2 ], "a particular moment or point in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,1,3 ], "on the instant| immediately; without delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,2,1 ], "immediate; instantaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,2,2 ], "urgent or imperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,2,3 ], "(esp| of foods) prepared or designed for preparation with very little time and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,2,3 ], "effort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,3,1 ], "Rare except when abbreviated in formal correspondence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,3,1,1 ], "of the present month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,3,1,2 ], "currently under consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instant",1,4,1 ], "a poetic word for instantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantaneous",1,1,1 ], "occurring with almost no delay; immediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantaneous",1,1,2 ], "happening or completed within a moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantaneous",1,1,2,1 ], "occurring at or associated with a particular instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantaneous",1,1,2,2 ], "equal to the limit of the average value of a given variable as the time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantaneous",1,1,2,2 ], "interval over which the variable is considered approaches zero" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instanter",1,1,1 ], "without delay;(in connection with pleading) the same day or within 24 hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantiate",1,1,1 ], "to represent by an instance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantly",1,1,1 ], "immediately; at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instantly",1,1,2 ], "urgently or insistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instar",1,1,1 ], "the stage in the development of an insect between any two moults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instate",1,1,1 ], "to place in a position or office install" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instauration",1,1,1 ], "restoration or renewal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instead",1,1,1 ], "as a replacement, substitute, or alternative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instead",1,1,2 ], "instead of| in place of or as an alternative to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instep",1,1,1 ], "the middle section of the human foot, forming the arch between the ankle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instep",1,1,1 ], "toes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instep",1,1,2 ], "the part of a shoe, stocking, etc|, covering this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instigate",1,1,1 ], "to bring about, as by incitement or urging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instigate",1,1,2 ], "to urge on to some drastic or unadvisable action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instil",1,1,1 ], "to introduce gradually; implant or infuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instil",1,1,2 ], "to pour in or inject in drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instinct",1,1,1 ], "relatively fixed way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instinct",1,1,1 ], "the innate capacity of an animal to respond to a given stimulus in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instinct",1,1,2 ], "inborn intuitive power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instinct",1,1,3 ], "a natural and apparently instinctive aptitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instinct",1,2,1,1 ], "animated or impelled (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instinct",1,2,1,2 ], "imbued or infused (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instinctive",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resulting from instinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instinctive",1,1,2 ], "conditioned so as to appear innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,1,1 ], "to organize; establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,1,2 ], "to initiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,1,3 ], "to establish in a position or office; induct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,1,4 ], "(followed by in or into) to install (a clergyman) in a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,2,1 ], "an organization founded for particular work, such as education, promotion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,2,1 ], "the arts, or scientific research" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,2,2 ], "the building where such an organization is situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institute",1,2,3 ], "something instituted, esp| a rule, custom, or precedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutes",1,1,1 ], "an elementary textbook designed for students of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,1 ], "the act of instituting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,2 ], "an organization or establishment founded for a specific purpose, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,2 ], "hospital, church, company, or college" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,3 ], "the building where such an organization is situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,4 ], "an established custom, law, or relationship in a society or community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,5 ], "a constant feature or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,6 ], "pastoral charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,6 ], "the appointment or admission of an incumbent to an ecclesiastical office or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institution",1,1,7 ], "the creation of a sacrament by Christ, esp| the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutional",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutional",1,1,2 ], "dull, routine, and uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutional",1,1,3 ], "relating to principles or institutes, esp| of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutionalism",1,1,1 ], "the system of or belief in institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutionalize",1,1,1 ], "to subject to the deleterious effects of confinement in an institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutionalize",1,2,1 ], "to place in an institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutionalize",1,2,2 ], "to make or become an institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutive",1,1,1 ], "concerned with instituting and establishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "institutive",1,1,2 ], "established by custom or law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruct",1,1,1 ], "to direct to do something; order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruct",1,1,2 ], "to teach (someone) how to do (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruct",1,1,3 ], "to furnish with information; apprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruct",1,1,3,1 ], "(esp| of a client to his solicitor or a solicitor to a barrister)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruct",1,1,4 ], "to give relevant facts or information to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruct",1,1,4,2 ], "behalf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instruct",1,1,4,2 ], "to authorize (a barrister or solicitor) to conduct a case on a person's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruction",1,1,1 ], "a direction; order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruction",1,1,2 ], "the process or act of imparting knowledge; teaching; education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruction",1,1,3 ], "a part of a program consisting of coded commands to the computer to perform a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instruction",1,1,3 ], "specified function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instructions",1,1,1 ], "directions, orders, or recommended rules for guidance, use, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instructions",1,1,2 ], "by a solicitor to a barrister with directions to conduct the case" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instructions",1,1,2 ], "the facts and details relating to a case given by a client to his solicitor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instructive",1,1,1 ], "serving to instruct or enlighten; conveying information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instructor",1,1,1 ], "someone who instructs; teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instructor",1,1,2 ], "a university teacher ranking below assistant professor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument flying",1,1,1 ], "the navigation of an aircraft by the use of instruments only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument landing",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft landing relying only upon instruments and ground radio devices," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument landing",1,1,1 ], "usually made when visibility is very poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instrument panel",1,1,1 ], "a panel on which instruments are mounted, as on a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument panel",1,1,2 ], "an array of instruments, gauges, etc|, mounted to display the condition or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument panel",1,1,2 ], "performance of a machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical implement or tool, esp| one used for precision work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,2 ], "any of various contrivances or mechanisms that can be played to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,2 ], "musical tones or sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,3 ], "an important factor or agency in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,4 ], "a person used by another to gain an end; dupe; tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,5 ], "a measuring device, such as a pressure gauge or ammeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,5,1 ], "a device or system for use in navigation or control, esp| of aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,1,6 ], "a formal legal document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,2,1 ], "another word for orchestrate ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrument",1,2,2 ], "to equip with instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental conditioning",1,1,1 ], "a method of training by repeatedly associating the performance of a response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental conditioning",1,1,1 ], "with the presentation of a reinforcement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,1,1 ], "serving as a means or influence; helpful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by an instrument or instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,1,3 ], "played by or composed for musical instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,1,4 ], "denoting a case of nouns, etc|, in certain inflected languages, indicating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,1,4 ], "instrument used in performing an action, usually translated into English using the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,1,4 ], "prepositions with or by means of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,2,1 ], "a piece of music composed for instruments rather than for voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,2,1,1 ], "the instrumental case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumental",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in the instrumental case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentalism",1,1,1 ], "a system of pragmatic philosophy holding that ideas are instruments, that they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentalism",1,1,1 ], "measured by their success" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentalism",1,1,1 ], "should guide our actions and can change the world, and that their value can be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays a musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentalist",1,1,2 ], "a person who believes in the doctrines of instrumentalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentalist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to instrumentalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentation",1,1,1 ], "the instruments specified in a musical score or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentation",1,1,2 ], "another word for orchestration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentation",1,1,3 ], "the study of the characteristics of musical instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentation",1,1,4 ], "the use of instruments or tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instrumentation",1,1,5 ], "means; agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instr|",1,1,1 ], "instructor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instr|",1,1,2 ], "instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "instr|",1,1,3 ], "instrumental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inst|",1,1,1 ], "instant (this month)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inst|",1,1,2 ], "instantaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inst|",1,1,3 ], "instrumental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insubordinate",1,1,1 ], "not submissive to authority; disobedient or rebellious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insubordinate",1,1,2 ], "not in a subordinate position or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insubordinate",1,2,1 ], "an insubordinate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insubstantial",1,1,1 ], "not substantial; flimsy, tenuous, or slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insubstantial",1,1,2 ], "imaginary; unreal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insufferable",1,1,1 ], "intolerable; unendurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insufficiency",1,1,1 ], "the state of being insufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insufficiency",1,1,2 ], "failure in the functioning of an organ, tissue, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insufficient",1,1,1 ], "not sufficient; inadequate or deficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insufflate",1,1,1 ], "to breathe or blow (something) into (a room, area, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insufflate",1,1,2 ], "to blow (air, medicated powder, etc|) into the lungs or into a body cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insufflate",1,2,1 ], "esp| so as to symbolize the influence of the Holy Spirit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insufflate",1,2,1 ], "to breathe or blow upon (someone or something) as a ritual or sacramental act," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insula",1,1,1 ], "a pyramid-shaped area of the brain within each cerebral hemisphere beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insula",1,1,1 ], "parts of the frontal and temporal lobes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling an island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insular",1,1,2 ], "remote, detached, or aloof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insular",1,1,3 ], "illiberal or narrow-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insular",1,1,4 ], "isolated or separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insular",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of an island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulate",1,1,1 ], "from (a body, device, or region) by surrounding with a nonconducting material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insulate",1,1,1 ], "to prevent or reduce the transmission of electricity, heat, or sound to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulate",1,1,2 ], "to isolate or detach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulating tape",1,1,1 ], "adhesive tape, impregnated with a moisture-repelling substance, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulating tape",1,1,1 ], "insulate exposed electrical conductors| U|S| name: friction tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insulation",1,1,1 ], "material used to insulate a body, device, or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of insulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulator",1,1,1 ], "any material or device that insulates, esp| a material with a very low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulator",1,1,1 ], "electrical conductivity or thermal conductivity or something made of such a material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insulin reaction",1,1,1 ], "sharp drop in the blood sugar level with tremor, profuse sweating, and convulsions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insulin reaction",1,1,1 ], "the condition in a diabetic resulting from an overdose of insulin, causing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulin",1,1,1 ], "a protein hormone, secreted in the pancreas by the islets of Langerhans, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insulin",1,1,1 ], "controls the concentration of glucose in the blood| Insulin deficiency results in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insulin",1,1,1 ], "diabetes mellitus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "insult",1,1,1 ], "($In!s'lt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insult",1,2,1 ], "to treat, mention, or speak to rudely; offend; affront" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insult",1,3,1 ], "to assault; attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insult",1,4,1 ], "an offensive or contemptuous remark or action; affront; slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insult",1,4,2 ], "a person or thing producing the effect of an affront" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insult",1,4,3 ], "an injury or trauma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insuperable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being overcome; insurmountable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insupportable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being endured; intolerable; insufferable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insupportable",1,1,2 ], "incapable of being supported or justified; indefensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insuppressible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being suppressed, overcome, or muffled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,1 ], "and involving payment of regular premiums in return for a policy guaranteeing such" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,1 ], "life, health, etc|, against specified contingencies, such as death, loss, or damage," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,1 ], "protection" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,1 ], "the act, system, or business of providing financial protection for property," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,2 ], "the state of having such protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,3 ], "insurance policy| the policy providing such protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,4 ], "the pecuniary amount of such protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,5 ], "the premium payable in return for such protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,1,6 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurance",1,1,2 ], "a means of protecting or safeguarding against risk or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insure",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by against) to guarantee or protect (against risk, loss, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insure",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by against) to issue (a person) with an insurance policy or take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insure",1,1,2 ], "out an insurance policy (on)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insure",1,1,3 ], "another word(esp| U|S|) forensure 2| Also (rare)(for senses 1, 2): ensure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insured",1,1,1 ], "covered by insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insured",1,2,1 ], "the person, persons, or organization covered by an insurance policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurer",1,1,1 ], "a person or company offering insurance policies in return for premiums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that insures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurgence",1,1,1 ], "rebellion, uprising, or riot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurgent",1,1,1 ], "authorities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insurgent",1,1,1 ], "rebellious or in revolt, as against a government in power or the civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurgent",1,2,1 ], "a person who takes part in an uprising or rebellion; insurrectionist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurgent",1,2,2 ], "a person or group that rises in revolt against an established government or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurgent",1,2,2 ], "authority but whose conduct does not amount to belligerency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insurmountable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being overcome; insuperable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insurrection",1,1,1 ], "authorities; insurgency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "insurrection",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of rebelling against a government in power or the civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insusceptible",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, usually foll| by to) not capable of being affected (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "insusceptible",1,1,1 ], "not susceptible (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inswing",1,1,1 ], "the movement of a bowled ball from off to leg through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ins|",1,1,1 ], "inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ins|",1,1,2 ], "inspector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ins|",1,1,3 ], "insulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ins|",1,1,4 ], "insulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ins|",1,1,5 ], "insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intact",1,1,1 ], "untouched or unimpaired; left complete or perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,1 ], "a seal, gem, etc|, ornamented with a sunken or incised design, as opposed to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,1 ], "design in relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,2 ], "the art or process of incised carving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,3 ], "a design, figure, or ornamentation carved, engraved, or etched into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,3 ], "surface of the material used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,4 ], "any of various printing techniques using an etched or engraved plate| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,4 ], "then transferred to the paper or other material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,4 ], "whole plate is smeared with ink, the surface wiped clean, and the ink in the recesses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intaglio",1,1,5 ], "an incised die used to make a design in relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intake",1,1,1 ], "a thing or a quantity taken in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intake",1,1,2 ], "the act of taking in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intake",1,1,3 ], "of a jet engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intake",1,1,3 ], "the opening through which fluid enters a duct or channel, esp| the air inlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intake",1,1,4 ], "a ventilation shaft in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intake",1,1,5 ], "a contraction or narrowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intangible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being perceived by touch; impalpable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intangible",1,1,2 ], "imprecise or unclear to the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intangible",1,1,3 ], "(of property or a business asset) saleable though not possessing intrinsic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intangible",1,1,3 ], "productive value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intangible",1,2,1 ], "something that is intangible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intarsia",1,1,1 ], "a decorative or pictorial mosaic of inlaid wood or sometimes ivory of a style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intarsia",1,1,1 ], "developed in the Italian Renaissance and used esp| on wooden wall panels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intarsia",1,1,2 ], "the art or practice of making such mosaics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integer",1,1,1 ], "any rational number that can be expressed as the sum or difference of a finite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integer",1,1,1 ], "number of units, being a member of the set |||-3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3||" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integer",1,1,2 ], "an individual entity or whole unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral calculus",1,1,1 ], "application to the solution of differential equations, the determination of areas and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integral calculus",1,1,1 ], "the branch of calculus concerned with the determination of integrals and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral calculus",1,1,1 ], "volumes, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) being an essential part (of); intrinsic (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,1,2 ], "intact; entire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,1,3 ], "formed of constituent parts; united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,1,3,1 ], "of or involving an integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,1,3,2 ], "involving or being an integer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,2,1 ], "between stated limits (definite integral) or in the absence of limits (indefinite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,2,1 ], "integral)| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,2,1 ], "the sum of a large number of infinitesimally small quantities, summed either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integral",1,2,2 ], "a complete thing; whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrand",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical function to be integrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrant",1,1,1 ], "part of a whole; integral; constituent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrant",1,1,2 ], "an integrant thing or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrate",1,1,1 ], "to make or be made into a whole; incorporate or be incorporated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrate",1,2,1 ], "desegregate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integrate",1,2,1 ], "to designate (a school, park, etc|) for use by all races or groups;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrate",1,2,2 ], "to amalgamate or mix (a racial or religious group) with an existing community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrate",1,2,3 ], "to perform an integration on (a quantity, expression, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrate",1,3,1 ], "made up of parts; integrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrated circuit",1,1,1 ], "a very small electronic circuit consisting of an assembly of elements made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrated circuit",1,1,1 ], "from a chip of semiconducting material, such as crystalline silicon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,1 ], "the act of combining or adding parts to make a unified whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,2 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,2 ], "the act of amalgamating a racial or religious group with an existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,3 ], "nonsegregated system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,3 ], "the combination of previously racially segregated social facilities into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,4 ], "organization into a unified pattern, esp| of different aspects of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,4 ], "personality into a hierarchical system of functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,5 ], "anabolism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,5 ], "the assimilation of nutritive material by the body during the process of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,6 ], "an operation used in calculus in which the integral of a function or variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integration",1,1,6 ], "is determined; the inverse of differentiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integrator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that integrates, esp| a mechanical instrument that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrator",1,1,1 ], "determines the value of a definite integral, as the area under a curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integrator",1,1,1,1 ], "an arithmetic component with two input variables, x and y, whose output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrator",1,1,1,1 ], "variable z is proportional to the integral of y with respect to x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integrator",1,1,1,2 ], "an arithmetic component whose output variable is proportional to the integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrator",1,1,1,2 ], "of the input variable with respect to elapsed time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "integrity",1,1,1 ], "adherence to moral principles; honesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrity",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being unimpaired; soundness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integrity",1,1,3 ], "unity; wholeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integument",1,1,1 ], "any outer protective layer or covering, such as a cuticle, seed coat, rind, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "integument",1,1,1 ], "shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intellect",1,1,1 ], "feeling or wishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intellect",1,1,1 ], "the capacity for understanding, thinking, and reasoning, as distinct from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellect",1,1,2 ], "a mind or intelligence, esp| a brilliant one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellect",1,1,3 ], "a person possessing a brilliant mind; brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellect",1,1,4 ], "those possessing the greatest mental power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellection",1,1,1 ], "mental activity; thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellection",1,1,2 ], "an idea or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the intellect, as opposed to the emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectual",1,1,2 ], "appealing to or characteristic of people with a developed intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectual",1,1,3 ], "expressing or enjoying mental activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectual",1,2,1 ], "a person who enjoys mental activity and has highly developed tastes in art," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectual",1,2,1 ], "literature, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intellectual",1,2,2 ], "a person who uses or works with his intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectual",1,2,3 ], "a highly intelligent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectualism",1,1,1 ], "development and exercise of the intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectualism",1,1,2 ], "emotions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intellectualism",1,1,2 ], "the placing of excessive value on the intellect, esp| with disregard for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectualism",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine that reason is the ultimate criterion of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectualize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become intellectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intellectualize",1,1,2 ], "to treat or consider in an intellectual way; rationalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence quotient",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the intelligence of an individual derived from results obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence quotient",1,1,1 ], "from specially designed tests| The quotient is traditionally derived by dividing an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence quotient",1,1,1 ], "individual's actual age by his mental age and multiplying the result by 100" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence test",1,1,1 ], "a person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence test",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of tests designed to assess the stage of mental development of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence",1,1,1 ], "the capacity for understanding; ability to perceive and comprehend meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence",1,1,2 ], "good mental capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence",1,1,3 ], "news; information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence",1,1,4 ], "military information about enemies, spies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence",1,1,5 ], "a group or department that gathers or deals with such information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence",1,1,6 ], "an intelligent being, esp| one that is not embodied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligence",1,1,7 ], "(modifier) of or relating to intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligencer",1,1,1 ], "an informant or spy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligent",1,1,1 ], "having or indicating intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligent",1,1,2 ], "having high intelligence; clever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligent",1,1,3 ], "indicating high intelligence; perceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligent",1,1,4 ], "guided by intellectual rather than emotional principles; rational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligent",1,2,1 ], "having knowledge or information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligentsia",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the educated or intellectual people in a society or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligentsia",1,1,1 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intelligible",1,1,1 ], "able to be understood; comprehensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intelligible",1,1,2 ], "capable of being apprehended by the mind or intellect alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intemerate",1,1,1 ], "not defiled; pure; unsullied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intemperate",1,1,1 ], "consuming alcoholic drink habitually or to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intemperate",1,1,2 ], "indulging bodily appetites to excess; immoderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intemperate",1,1,3 ], "unrestrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intemperate",1,1,4 ], "extreme or severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intend",1,1,1 ], "to propose or plan (something or to do something); have in mind; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intend",1,2,1 ], "to design or destine (for a certain purpose, person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intend",1,3,1 ], "to mean to express or indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intend",1,3,2 ], "to have a purpose as specified; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intend",1,4,1 ], "to direct or turn (the attention, eyes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendance",1,1,1 ], "any of various public departments, esp| in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendance",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for superintendence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendancy",1,1,1 ], "the position or work of an intendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendancy",1,1,2 ], "intendants collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendancy",1,1,3 ], "the district or area administered by an intendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendant",1,1,1 ], "a provincial or colonial official of France, Spain, or Portugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendant",1,1,2 ], "a senior administrator in some countries, esp| in Latin America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendant",1,1,3 ], "a superintendent or manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intended",1,1,1 ], "planned or future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intended",1,2,1 ], "a person whom one is to marry; fiance or fiancee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendment",1,1,1 ], "the meaning of something as fixed or understood by the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intendment",1,1,2 ], "intention, design, or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intenerate",1,1,1 ], "to soften or make tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intense",1,1,1 ], "of extreme force, strength, degree, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intense",1,1,2 ], "characterized by deep or forceful feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensifier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that intensifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensifier",1,1,2 ], "a word, esp| an adjective or adverb, that has little semantic content of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensifier",1,1,2 ], "modifies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intensifier",1,1,2 ], "own but that serves to intensify the meaning of the word or phrase that it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intensifier",1,1,3 ], "a substance, esp| one containing silver or uranium, used to increase the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensifier",1,1,3 ], "density of a photographic film or plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intensify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become intense or more intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensify",1,2,1 ], "to increase the density of (a photographic film or plate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intension",1,1,1 ], "containing the characteristics suckling its young and having a pouch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intension",1,1,1 ], "referent or referents of a given word: thus, the intension of marsupial is the set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intension",1,1,1 ], "the set of characteristics, attributes, or properties that distinguish the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intension",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for intensity, determination, or intensification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensity",1,1,2 ], "extreme force, degree, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensity",1,1,2,1 ], "a measure of field strength or of the energy transmitted by radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensity",1,1,2,2 ], "(of sound in a specified direction) the average rate of flow of sound energy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensity",1,1,2,2 ], "direction| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intensity",1,1,2,2 ], "usually in watts, for one period through unit area at right angles to the specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intensive care",1,1,1 ], "extensive and continual care and treatment provided for an acutely ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive care",1,1,1 ], "patient, usually in a specially designated section (intensive care unit) of a hospital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,2 ], "using one factor of production proportionately more than others, as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,3 ], "involving or farmed using large amounts of capital or labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to a grammatical intensifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,5 ], "denoting or belonging to a class of pronouns used to emphasize a noun or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,5 ], "intensive pronouns are identical in form with reflexive pronouns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,5 ], "personal pronoun, such as himself in the sentence John himself did it|In English," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to intension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to a property, measurement, etc|, that is independent of mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intensive",1,2,1 ], "an intensifier or intensive pronoun or grammatical construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intens|",1,1,1 ], "intensifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intens|",1,1,2 ], "intensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intent",1,1,1 ], "something that is intended; aim; purpose; design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intent",1,1,2 ], "the act of intending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intent",1,1,3 ], "the will or purpose with which one does an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intent",1,1,4 ], "implicit meaning; connotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intent",1,1,5 ], "to all intents and purposes| for all practical purposes; virtually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intent",1,2,1 ], "firmly fixed; determined; concentrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intent",1,3,1 ], "having the fixed intention (of); directing one's mind or energy (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,1 ], "a purpose or goal; aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,2 ], "the act of intending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,3 ], "a necessary ingredient of certain offences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,3 ], "the resolve or design with which a person does or refrains from doing an act," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,4 ], "a natural healing process, as by first intention, in which the edges of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,4 ], "wound cling together with no tissue between, or by second intention, in which the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,4 ], "wound edges adhere with granulation tissue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,5 ], "design or purpose with respect to a proposal of marriage (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,5 ], "honourable intentions)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,6 ], "an archaic word for meaning or intentness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intention",1,1,7 ], "a less common spelling of intension ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intentional",1,1,1 ], "performed by or expressing intention; deliberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intentional",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to intention or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intentional",1,1,2,1 ], "of or relating to appearance or phenomenal being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intentional",1,1,2,2 ], "objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intentional",1,1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the capacity of the mind to refer to different kinds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inter alia",1,1,1 ], "among other things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inter alios",1,1,1 ], "among other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inter se",1,1,1 ], "among or between themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inter",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to place (a body, etc|) in the earth; bury, esp| with funeral rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inter-",1,1,1 ], "between or among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inter-",1,1,2 ], "together, mutually, or reciprocally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interact",1,1,1 ], "to act on or in close relation with each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interaction",1,1,1 ], "a mutual or reciprocal action or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interaction",1,1,2 ], "field, or between fields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interaction",1,1,2 ], "the transfer of energy between elementary particles, between a particle and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interactive",1,1,1 ], "allowing or relating to continuous two-way transfer of information between a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interactive",1,1,1 ], "computer and its user" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interactive",1,1,2 ], "(of two or more persons, forces, etc|) acting upon or in close relation with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interactive",1,1,2 ], "each other; interacting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interatomic",1,1,1 ], "existing or occurring between or among atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interbedded",1,1,1 ], "different origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interbedded",1,1,1 ], "occurring between beds, esp| (of laval rock) occurring between strata of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interbrain",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical word for diencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interbreed",1,1,1 ], "characteristics in the offspring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interbreed",1,1,1 ], "to breed within a single family or strain so as to produce particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interbreed",1,1,2 ], "another term for crossbreed ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercalary",1,1,1 ], "(of a day, month, etc|) inserted in the calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercalary",1,1,2 ], "(of a particular year) having one or more days inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercalary",1,1,3 ], "inserted, introduced, or interpolated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercalate",1,1,1 ], "to insert (one or more days) into the calendar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercalate",1,1,2 ], "to interpolate or insert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercede",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to come between parties or act as mediator or advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercede",1,1,2 ], "(of a tribune or other magistrate) to interpose a veto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercellular",1,1,1 ], "between or among cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,2,1 ], "arriving or proceeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,2,1 ], "to stop, deflect, or seize on the way from one place to another; prevent from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,2,2 ], "to seize or cut off (a pass) on its way from one opponent to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,2,3 ], "surface)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,2,3 ], "to cut off, mark off, or bound (some part of a line, curve, plane, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,3,1,1 ], "a point at which two figures intersect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,3,1,2 ], "cuts a coordinate axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,3,1,2 ], "the distance from the origin to the point at which a line, curve, or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,3,1,3 ], "an intercepted segment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercept",1,3,2 ], "the act of intercepting an opponent's pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interceptor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that intercepts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interceptor",1,1,2 ], "a fast highly manoeuvrable fighter aircraft used to intercept enemy aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercession",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of interceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercession",1,1,2 ], "others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercession",1,1,2 ], "the act of interceding or offering petitionary prayer to God on behalf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercession",1,1,3 ], "such petitionary prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercession",1,1,4 ], "the interposing of a veto by a tribune or other magistrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interchange",1,1,1 ], "to change places or cause to change places; alternate; exchange; switch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interchange",1,2,1 ], "the act of interchanging; exchange or alternation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interchange",1,2,2 ], "a motorway junction of interconnecting roads and bridges designed to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interchange",1,2,2 ], "streams of traffic crossing one another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interclavicle",1,1,1 ], "a membrane bone between and beneath the clavicles, present in some fossil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interclavicle",1,1,1 ], "amphibians, all reptiles except snakes, and monotremes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercolumniation",1,1,1 ], "the horizontal distance between two adjacent columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercolumniation",1,1,2 ], "the system of spacing for a set of columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercom",1,1,1 ], "an internal telephone system for communicating within a building, aircraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercom",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercommunicate",1,1,1 ], "to communicate mutually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercommunicate",1,1,2 ], "to interconnect, as two rooms, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercommunion",1,1,1 ], "Communion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercommunion",1,1,1 ], "association between Churches, involving esp| mutual reception of Holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercontinental ballistic missile",1,1,1 ], "a missile that follows a ballistic trajectory and has the range to carry a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercontinental ballistic missile",1,1,1 ], "nuclear bomb between continents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intercostal",1,1,1 ], "between the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercourse",1,1,1 ], "communication or exchange between individuals; mutual dealings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercrop" ,1, 1, 1],"a crop grown between the rows of another crop",1). c_DEF([ "intercrop" ,1, 2, 1],"to grow (one crop) between the rows of (another)",1). c_DEF([ "intercross",1,2,1 ], "another word for crossbreed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercurrent",1,1,1 ], "occurring during or in between; intervening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercurrent",1,1,2 ], "(of a disease) occurring during the course of another disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intercut",1,1,1 ], "another word for crosscut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdental",1,1,1 ], "situated between teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdental",1,1,2 ], "(of a consonant) pronounced with the tip of the tongue lying between the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdental",1,1,2 ], "and lower front teeth, as for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interdental",1,1,3 ], "th sounds in English thin and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict list",1,1,1 ], "another name for Indian list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,1,1 ], "sacraments and other benefits, although not from communion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,1,1 ], "the exclusion of a person or all persons in a particular place from certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,1,2 ], "any order made by a court or official prohibiting an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,1,3 ], "an order having the effect of an injunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,1,3,1 ], "an order of a praetor commanding or forbidding an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,1,3,2 ], "the procedure by which this order was sought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,3,1 ], "to place under legal or ecclesiastical sanction; prohibit; forbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdict",1,3,2 ], "to destroy (an enemy's lines of communication) by firepower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdiction",1,1,1 ], "the act of interdicting or state of being interdicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdiction",1,1,2 ], "an interdict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdigitate",1,1,1 ], "to interlock like the fingers of clasped hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interdisciplinary",1,1,1 ], "involving two or more academic disciplines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,1 ], "the sense of curiosity about or concern with something or someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,2 ], "the power of stimulating such a sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,3 ], "the quality of such stimulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,4 ], "something in which one is interested; a hobby or pursuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,5 ], "benefit; advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,5,1 ], "a charge for the use of credit or borrowed money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,5,1 ], "a right, share, or claim, esp| in a business or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,5,2 ], "such a charge expressed as a percentage per time unit of the sum borrowed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,5,2 ], "the business, property, etc|, in which a person has such concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,5,2 ], "used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,6 ], "a section of a community, etc|, whose members have common aims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,7 ], "connection, with an affair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,1,7 ], "declare an interest| to make known one's connection, esp| a prejudicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,2,1 ], "to arouse or excite the curiosity or concern of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interest",1,2,2 ], "to cause to become involved in something; concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interested",1,1,1 ], "showing or having interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interested",1,1,2 ], "personally involved or implicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interesting",1,1,1 ], "inspiring interest; absorbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interface",1,1,1 ], "a surface that forms the boundary between two bodies, liquids, or chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interface",1,1,1 ], "phases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interface",1,1,2 ], "a common point or boundary between two things, subjects, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interface",1,1,3 ], "an electrical circuit linking one device, esp| a computer, with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfacing",1,1,1 ], "a piece of fabric sewn beneath the facing of a garment, usually at the inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfacing",1,1,1 ], "of the neck, armholes, etc|, to give shape and firmness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interfacing",1,1,2 ], "another name for interlining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfere",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to interpose, esp| meddlesomely or unwarrantedly;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfere",1,1,1 ], "intervene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interfere",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by with) to come between or in opposition; hinder; obstruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfere",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfere",1,1,4 ], "to assault sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfere",1,1,5 ], "to strike one against the other, as a horse's legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfere",1,1,6 ], "to cause or produce interference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interference",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of interfering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interference",1,1,2 ], "antinodes, known as interference patterns, are formed" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "interference",1,1,2 ], "of the displacements of the individual waves| A series of stationary nodes or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interference",1,1,2 ], "the process in which two or more waves of the same frequency and phase combine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interference",1,1,2 ], "to form a resultant wave in which the displacement at any point is the vector sum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interference",1,1,3 ], "any undesired signal that tends to interfere with the reception of radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interference",1,1,3 ], "waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interferometer",1,1,1 ], "any acoustic, optical, or microwave instrument that uses interference patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interferometer",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interferometer",1,1,1 ], "or fringes to make accurate measurements of wavelength, wave velocity, distance," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interferometer",1,1,2 ], "a radio telescope consisting of two or more radio antennas separated by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interferometer",1,1,2 ], "accurately determined" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "interferometer",1,1,2 ], "in space undergo interference, enabling the position of the source to be" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interferometer",1,1,2 ], "known distance and connected to the same receiver so that radio waves from a source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interferon",1,1,1 ], "a protein produced by virus-invaded cells to inhibit the replication of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interferon",1,1,1 ], "virus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interfertile",1,1,1 ], "(of plants and animals) able to interbreed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfile",1,1,1 ], "to place (one or more items) among other items in a file or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfile",1,1,2 ], "to combine (two or more sets of items) in one file or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interflow",1,1,1 ], "to flow together merge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfluent",1,1,1 ], "flowing together; merging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfluve",1,1,1 ], "a ridge or area of land dividing two river valleys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfuse",1,1,1 ], "to diffuse or mix throughout or become so diffused or mixed; intermingle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interfuse",1,1,2 ], "to blend or fuse or become blended or fused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interglacial",1,1,1 ], "occurring or formed between periods of glacial action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interglacial",1,2,1 ], "Pleistocene epoch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interglacial",1,2,1 ], "a period of comparatively warm climate between two glaciations, esp| of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intergrade",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of biological species, etc|) to merge one into another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intergrade",1,3,1 ], "an intermediate stage or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interim",1,1,1 ], "temporary, provisional, or intervening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interim",1,2,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the intervening time; the meantime (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interim",1,2,1 ], "phrase in the interim)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interim",1,3,1 ], "meantime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior angle",1,1,1 ], "an angle of a polygon contained between two adjacent sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior angle",1,1,2 ], "any of the four angles made by a transversal that lie inside the region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior angle",1,1,2 ], "between the two intersected lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interior decoration",1,1,1 ], "the colours, furniture, etc|, of the interior of a house, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior decoration",1,1,2 ], "the art or business of an interior decorator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior decorator",1,1,1 ], "a person whose profession is the planning of the decoration and furnishings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior decorator",1,1,1 ], "the interior of houses, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interior decorator",1,1,2 ], "a person whose profession is the painting and wallpapering of houses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior monologue",1,1,1 ], "a literary attempt to present the mental processes of a character before they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior monologue",1,1,1 ], "are formed into regular patterns of speech or logical sequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,1,1 ], "a part, surface, or region that is inside or on the inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,1,2 ], "inner character or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,1,3 ], "a film or scene shot inside a building, studio, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,1,4 ], "a picture of the inside of a room or building, as in a painting or stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,1,4 ], "design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,1,5 ], "the inside of a building or room, with respect to design and decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,2,1 ], "of, situated on, or suitable for the inside; inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,2,2 ], "coming or acting from within; internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,2,3 ], "of or involving a nation's domestic affairs; internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior",1,2,4 ], "(esp| of one''s spiritual or mental life) secret or private; not observable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interior-sprung",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a mattress) containing springs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interiorize",1,1,1 ], "another word for internalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interjacent",1,1,1 ], "located in between; intervening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interject",1,1,1 ], "to interpose abruptly or sharply; interrupt with; throw in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interject",1,1,2 ], "to come between; interpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interjection",1,1,1 ], "a word or remark expressing emotion; exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interjection",1,1,2 ], "the act of interjecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interjection",1,1,3 ], "a word or phrase that is characteristically used in syntactic isolation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interjection",1,1,3 ], "that usually expresses sudden emotion; expletive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interj|",1,1,1 ], "interjection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlace",1,1,1 ], "intertwine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlace",1,1,1 ], "to join together (patterns, fingers, etc|) by crossing, as if woven;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlace",1,2,1 ], "to mingle or blend in an intricate way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlace",1,3,1 ], "to change the pattern of; diversify; intersperse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlaced scanning",1,1,1 ], "a system of scanning a television picture using one or more electron beams," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlaced scanning",1,1,1 ], "complete scan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interlaced scanning",1,1,1 ], "first along the even-numbered lines, then along the odd-numbered lines, in one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlaminate",1,1,1 ], "to place, stick, or insert (a sheet, layer, etc|) between (other layers)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlap",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for overlap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlard",1,1,1 ], "to scatter thickly in or between; intersperse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlard",1,1,2 ], "to occur frequently in; be scattered in or through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlay",1,1,1 ], "to insert (layers) between; interpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlay",1,2,1 ], "all over in order to bring it up to type height, or in places in order to achieve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlay",1,2,1 ], "material, such as paper, placed between a printing plate and its base, either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlay",1,2,1 ], "the correct printing pressure all over the plate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interleaf",1,1,1 ], "a blank leaf inserted between the leaves of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interleave",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with) to intersperse (with), esp| alternately, as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interleave",1,1,1 ], "illustrations in a book (with protective leaves)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interleave",1,1,2 ], "illustrations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interleave",1,1,2 ], "to provide (a book) with blank leaves for notes, etc|, or to protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlibrary loan",1,1,1 ], "a system by which libraries borrow publications from other libraries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlibrary loan",1,1,1,1 ], "an instance of such borrowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlibrary loan",1,1,1,2 ], "a publication so borrowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interline",1,1,1 ], "to write or print (matter) between the lines of (a text, book, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interline",2,1,1 ], "lining, esp| of stiffened material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interline",2,1,1 ], "to provide (a part of a garment, such as a collar or cuff) with a second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlinear",1,1,1 ], "written or printed between lines of text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlinear",1,1,2 ], "alternate lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlinear",1,1,2 ], "written or printed with the text in different languages or versions on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlining",1,1,1 ], "paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlining",1,1,1 ], "the material used to interline parts of garments, now often made of reinforced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlock",1,1,1 ], "to join or be joined firmly, as by a mutual interconnection of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlock",1,2,1 ], "the act of interlocking or the state of being interlocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlock",1,2,2 ], "a device, esp| one operated electromechanically, used in a logic circuit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlock",1,2,2 ], "prevent an activity being initiated unless preceded by certain events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlocking directorates",1,1,1 ], "boards of directors of different companies having sufficient members in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlocking directorates",1,1,1 ], "to ensure that the companies involved are under the same control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlocution",1,1,1 ], "conversation, discussion, or dialogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlocutor",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes part in a conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlocutor",1,1,2 ], "or acts as announcer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlocutor",1,1,2 ], "the man in the centre of a troupe of minstrels who engages the others in talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlocutory",1,1,1 ], "pronounced during the course of proceedings; provisional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlocutory",1,1,2 ], "interposed, as into a conversation, narrative, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlocutory",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of dialogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlope",1,1,1 ], "to interfere; meddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlope",1,1,2 ], "to intercept another's trade, esp| illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlude",1,1,1 ], "a period of time or different activity between longer periods, processes, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlude",1,1,1 ], "events; episode or interval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlude",1,1,2 ], "a short dramatic piece played separately or as part of a longer entertainment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlude",1,1,2 ], "common in 16th-century England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlude",1,1,3 ], "a brief piece of music, dance, etc|, given between the sections of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interlude",1,1,3 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interlunation",1,1,1 ], "the monthly period during which the moon is invisible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermarry",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to marry someone from another group, race, religion, creed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermarry",1,1,2 ], "to marry within one's own family, clan, group, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediary",1,1,1 ], "a person who acts as a mediator or agent between parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediary",1,1,2 ], "something that acts as a medium or means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediary",1,1,3 ], "an intermediate state or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediary",1,2,1 ], "acting as an intermediary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediary",1,2,2 ], "situated, acting, or coming between; intermediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate frequency",1,1,1 ], "superheterodyne receiver and at which most of the amplification takes place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate frequency",1,1,1 ], "the frequency to which the signal carrier frequency is changed in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate host",1,1,1 ], "an animal that acts as host to a parasite that has not yet become sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate host",1,1,1 ], "mature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate range ballistic missile",1,1,1 ], "a missile that follows a ballistic trajectory with a medium range, normally of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate range ballistic missile",1,1,1 ], "the order of 750-1500 miles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate",1,1,1 ], "occurring or situated between two points, extremes, places, etc|; in between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate",1,1,2 ], "(of a neutron) having an energy between 100 and 100,000 electronvolts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate",1,2,1 ], "something intermediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate",1,2,2 ], "a substance formed during one of the stages of a chemical process before the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate",1,2,2 ], "desired product is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermediate",1,4,1 ], "to act as an intermediary or mediator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interment",1,1,1 ], "burial, esp| with ceremonial rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermezzo",1,1,1 ], "a short piece of instrumental music composed for performance between the acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermezzo",1,1,1 ], "or scenes of an opera, drama, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermezzo",1,1,2 ], "an instrumental piece either inserted between two longer movements in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermezzo",1,1,2 ], "extended composition or intended for independent performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermezzo",1,1,3 ], "another name for interlude ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermigration",1,1,1 ], "exchange of habitat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermigration",1,1,1 ], "migration between two groups of people, animals, etc|, resulting in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interminable",1,1,1 ], "endless or seemingly endless because of monotony or tiresome length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermission",1,1,1 ], "an interval, as between parts of a film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermission",1,1,2 ], "a period between events or activities; pause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermission",1,1,3 ], "the act of intermitting or the state of being intermitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermit",1,1,1 ], "to suspend or cause to suspend activity temporarily or at intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermittent claudication",1,1,1 ], "insufficient supply of blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intermittent claudication",1,1,1 ], "pain and cramp in the calf muscles, aggravated by walking and caused by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermittent fever",1,1,1 ], "any fever, such as malaria characterized by intervals of periodic remission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermittent",1,1,1 ], "occurring occasionally or at regular or irregular intervals; periodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermixture",1,1,1 ], "the act of intermixing or state of being intermixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermixture",1,1,2 ], "another word for mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermixture",1,1,3 ], "an additional constituent or ingredient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intermolecular",1,1,1 ], "occurring among or between molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,1,1 ], "($In!t$z$:n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,2,1 ], "to detain or confine (foreign or enemy citizens, ships, etc|), esp| during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,2,1 ], "wartime|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,3,1 ], "to serve or train as an intern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,4,1 ], "another word for internee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,4,2 ], "the approximate U|S| equivalent of a British houseman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,5,1 ], "($In!t$z$:n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intern",1,5,2 ], "an archaic word for internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal ear",1,1,1 ], "canals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internal ear",1,1,1 ], "the part of the ear that consists of the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal energy",1,1,1 ], "kinetic and potential energies of its constituent atoms, molecules, etc| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "internal energy",1,1,1 ], "the thermodynamic property of a system that changes by an amount equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal energy",1,1,1 ], "work done on the system when it suffers an adiabatic change| It is the sum of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internal medicine",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the diagnosis and nonsurgical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal medicine",1,1,1 ], "treatment of disorders of the internal structures of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internal rhyme",1,1,1 ], "rhyme that occurs between words within a verse line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal secretion",1,1,1 ], "a secretion, esp| a hormone, that is absorbed directly into the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,1,1 ], "of, situated on, or suitable for the inside; inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,1,2 ], "coming or acting from within; interior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,1,3 ], "involving the spiritual or mental life; subjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,1,4 ], "of or involving a nation's domestic as opposed to foreign affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,1,5 ], "(of examinations) set and marked within a school, college, or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,1,5 ], "rather than a public body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,1,6 ], "situated within, affecting, or relating to the inside of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal",1,2,1 ], "a medical examination of the vagina or uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal-combustion engine",1,1,1 ], "a heat engine, such as a petrol engine or gas turbine, in which combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internal-combustion engine",1,1,1 ], "occurs within the engine rather than in an external furnace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internalize",1,1,1 ], "through learning or socialization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internalize",1,1,1 ], "to make internal, esp| to incorporate within oneself (values, attitudes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international Morse code",1,1,1 ], "the full name for Morse code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international candle",1,1,1 ], "a former international unit of luminous intensity, originally defined in terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international candle",1,1,1 ], "of a standard candle and later in terms of a pentane-burning lamp| It has now been" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "international candle",1,1,1 ], "replaced by the candela" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "international date line",1,1,1 ], "the east side of which the date is one day earlier than on the west" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "international date line",1,1,1 ], "the line approximately following the 180 degrees meridian from Greenwich on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international nautical mile",1,1,1 ], "the full name for nautical mile ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international pitch" ,1, 1, 1],"1939",2). c_DEF([ "international pitch" ,1, 1, 1],"the frequency of 435 hertz assigned to the A above middle C, widely used until",1). c_DEF([ "international sea and swell scale",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Douglas scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international",1,1,1 ], "of, concerning, or involving two or more nations or nationalities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international",1,1,2 ], "established by, controlling, or legislating for several nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international",1,1,3 ], "available for use by all nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international",1,2,1,1 ], "a contest between two national teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "international",1,2,1,2 ], "a member of these teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internationalism",1,1,1 ], "the ideal or practice of cooperation and understanding between nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internationalism",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internationalist",1,1,1 ], "an advocate of internationalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internationalist",1,1,2 ], "a person versed in international law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internationalist",1,1,3 ], "a member of an International" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internationalize",1,1,1 ], "to make international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internationalize",1,1,2 ], "to put under international control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internat|",1,1,1 ], "international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interne",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of intern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internecine",1,1,1 ], "mutually destructive or ruinous; maiming both or all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internecine",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to slaughter or carnage; bloody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internecine",1,1,3 ], "of or involving conflict within a group or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internee",1,1,1 ], "a person who is interned, esp| an enemy citizen in wartime or a terrorism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internee",1,1,1 ], "suspect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interneuron",1,1,1 ], "any neuron that connects afferent and efferent neurons in a reflex arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internist",1,1,1 ], "a physician who specializes in internal medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internment",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of interning or state of being interned, esp| of enemy citizens in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internment",1,1,1,1 ], "wartime or of terrorism suspects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internment",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internode",1,1,1 ], "the part of a plant stem between two nodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internode",1,1,2 ], "the part of a nerve fibre between two nodes of Ranvier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internship",1,1,1 ], "intern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "internship",1,1,1 ], "the position of being an intern or the period during which a person is an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internuncial",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of neurons) interconnecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internuncial",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or emanating from a papal internuncio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internuncio",1,1,1 ], "an ambassador of the pope ranking immediately below a nuncio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "internuncio",1,1,2 ], "a messenger, agent, or go-between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interoceptor",1,1,1 ], "a sensory receptor of an internal organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interosculate",1,1,1 ], "(of two different species or groups of organisms) to share certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interosculate",1,1,1 ], "characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpage",1,1,1 ], "to print (matter) on intervening pages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpage",1,1,2 ], "to insert (intervening pages) into a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpellant",1,1,1 ], "causing an interpellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpellant",1,2,1 ], "a deputy who interpellates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpellate",1,1,1 ], "(in European legislatures) to question (a member of the government) on a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpellate",1,1,1 ], "of government policy, often interrupting the business of the day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpenetrate",1,1,1 ], "to penetrate (something) thoroughly; pervade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpenetrate",1,1,2 ], "to penetrate each other or one another mutually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interphase",1,1,1 ], "the period between two divisions of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interphone",1,1,1 ], "a telephone system for linking different rooms within a building, ship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interplay",1,1,1 ], "personal relations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interplay",1,1,1 ], "reciprocal and mutual action and reaction, as in circumstances, events, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interplead",1,2,1 ], "Law| to institute interpleader proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpleader",1,1,1 ], "a process by which a person holding money or property claimed by two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpleader",1,1,1 ], "each other to determine the issue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interpleader",1,1,1 ], "parties and having no interest in it himself can require the claimants to litigate with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpleader",1,1,2 ], "a person who interpleads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpolate",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpolate",1,1,1 ], "to insert or introduce (a comment, passage, etc|) into (a conversation, text," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpolate",1,1,2 ], "(material, esp| spurious or valueless passages)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpolate",1,1,2 ], "to falsify or alter (a text, manuscript, etc|) by the later addition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpolate",1,2,1 ], "to make additions, interruptions, or insertions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpolate",1,2,2 ], "determined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpolate",1,2,2 ], "to estimate (a value of a function) between the values already known or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpolation",1,1,1 ], "the act of interpolating or the state of being interpolated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpolation",1,1,2 ], "something interpolated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpose",1,1,1 ], "to put or place between or among other things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpose",1,1,2 ], "interject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpose",1,1,2 ], "to introduce (comments, questions, etc|) into a speech or conversation;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpose",1,1,3 ], "(a situation)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpose",1,1,3 ], "to exert or use power, influence, or action in order to alter or intervene in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interposition",1,1,1 ], "something interposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interposition",1,1,2 ], "the act of interposing or the state of being interposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpret",1,1,1 ], "to clarify or explain the meaning of; elucidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpret",1,1,2 ], "to construe the significance or intention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpret",1,1,3 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpret",1,1,3 ], "to convey or represent the spirit or meaning of (a poem, song, etc|) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpret",1,2,1 ], "to act as an interpreter; translate orally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpretation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of interpreting or explaining; elucidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpretation",1,1,2 ], "the result of interpreting; an explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpretation",1,1,3 ], "a particular view of an artistic work, esp| as expressed by stylistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpretation",1,1,3 ], "individuality in its performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpreter",1,1,1 ], "a person who translates orally from one language into another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpreter",1,1,2 ], "a person who interprets the work of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpreter",1,1,2,1 ], "the part of a program that translates the code in which instructions are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpreter",1,1,2,1 ], "written into machine language for immediate use by the computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpreter",1,1,2,2 ], "a machine that interprets the holes in a punched card and prints the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpreter",1,1,2,2 ], "corresponding characters on that card" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpretive semantics",1,1,1 ], "a school of semantic theory based on the doctrine that the rules that relate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interpretive semantics",1,1,1 ], "rules that determine what is grammatical in a language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interpretive semantics",1,1,1 ], "sentences to their meanings form an autonomous system in the mind, separate from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interpretive",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or providing interpretation; expository" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interradial",1,1,1 ], "similar animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interradial",1,1,1 ], "situated between two radii or rays, esp| between the radii of a sea urchin or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interregnum",1,1,1 ], "an interval between two reigns, governments, incumbencies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interregnum",1,1,2 ], "any period in which a state lacks a ruler, government, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interregnum",1,1,3 ], "a period of absence of some control, authority, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interregnum",1,1,4 ], "a gap in a continuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrelate",1,1,1 ], "to place in or come into a mutual or reciprocal relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrex",1,1,1 ], "a person who governs during an interregnum provisional ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrobang",1,1,1 ], "a newly invented punctuation mark (!,), used after a sentence that is both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrobang",1,1,1 ], "question and exclamation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrogate",1,1,1 ], "closely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrogate",1,1,1 ], "to ask questions (of), esp| to question (a witness in court, spy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogation mark",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for question mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogation",1,1,1 ], "the technique, practice, or an instance of interrogating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogation",1,1,2 ], "a question or query" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogation",1,1,3 ], "the transmission of one or more triggering pulses to a transponder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogative",1,1,1 ], "asking or having the nature of a question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogative",1,1,2 ], "denoting a form or construction used in asking a question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogative",1,1,3 ], "denoting or belonging to a class of words, such as which and whom, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogative",1,1,3 ], "determiners, adjectives, or pronouns and serve to question which individual referent or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrogative",1,1,3 ], "referents are intended" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interrogative",1,2,1 ], "an interrogative word, phrase, sentence, or construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogative",1,2,2 ], "a question mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogatories",1,1,1 ], "to give written answers under oath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrogatories",1,1,1 ], "written questions asked by one party to a suit, to which the other party has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogatory",1,1,1 ], "expressing or involving a question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrogatory",1,2,1 ], "a question or interrogation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrog|",1,1,1 ], "interrogate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrog|",1,1,2 ], "interrogation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrog|",1,1,3 ], "interrogative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,1,1 ], "intrusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,1,1 ], "to break the continuity of (an action, event, etc|) or hinder (a person) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,2,1 ], "to cease to perform (some action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,3,1 ], "to obstruct (a view, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,3,2 ], "interjections, or comment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,3,2 ], "to prevent or disturb (a conversation, discussion, etc|) by questions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,4,1 ], "continued" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,4,1 ], "order to run another, after which the running of the original program is usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrupt",1,4,1 ], "the signal to initiate the stopping of the running of one computer program in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupted screw",1,1,1 ], "a screw with a slot or slots cut into the thread, esp| one used in the breech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupted screw",1,1,1 ], "of some guns permitting both engagement and release of the block by a partial turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrupted screw",1,1,1 ], "of the screw" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interrupted",1,1,1 ], "broken, discontinued, or hindered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupted",1,1,2 ], "(of plant organs, esp| leaves) not evenly spaced along an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupted",1,1,3 ], "progressing from the dominant chord to any other, such as the subdominant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupted",1,1,3 ], "submediant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interrupter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that interrupts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interrupter",1,1,2 ], "an electromechanical device for opening and closing an electric circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interruption",1,1,1 ], "something that interrupts, such as a comment, question, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interruption",1,1,2 ], "an interval or intermission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interruption",1,1,3 ], "the act of interrupting or the state of being interrupted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interscholastic",1,1,1 ], "(of sports events, competitions, etc|) occurring between two or more schools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interscholastic",1,1,2 ], "representative of various schools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersect",1,1,1 ], "to divide, cut, or mark off by passing through or across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersect",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of roads) to cross (each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersect",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by with) to have one or more points in common (with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersect",1,1,3 ], "configuration)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intersection",1,1,1 ], "a point at which things intersect, esp| a road junction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersection",1,1,2 ], "the act of intersecting or the state of being intersected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersection",1,1,2,1 ], "a point or set of points common to two or more geometric configurations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersection",1,1,2,2 ], "AUB" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intersection",1,1,2,2 ], "product| the elements that are common to two or more sets| Symbol: U, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersex",1,1,1 ], "an individual with characteristics intermediate between those of a male and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersex",1,1,1 ], "female" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intersexual",1,1,1 ], "occurring or existing between the sexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersexual",1,1,2 ], "relating to or being an intersex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interspace",1,2,1 ], "to make or occupy a space between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interspace",1,3,1 ], "space between or among things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intersperse",1,1,1 ], "to scatter or distribute among, between, or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstadial",1,2,1 ], "another word for interglacial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstate",1,1,1 ], "between or involving two or more of the states of the U|S|, Australia, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstate",1,2,1 ], "to or into another state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstice",1,1,1 ], "a minute opening or crevice between things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstice",1,1,2 ], "the space between adjacent atoms in a crystal lattice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstitial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an interstice or interstices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstitial",1,1,2 ], "forming or occurring in an interstice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstitial",1,1,3 ], "containing interstitial atoms or ions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstitial",1,1,4 ], "occurring in the spaces between organs, tissues, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstitial",1,2,1 ], "an atom or ion situated in the interstices of a crystal lattice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstitial-cell-stimulating hormone",1,1,1 ], "another name for luteinizing hormone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstratify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|; usually passive) to arrange (a series of rock strata) in alternating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interstratify",1,1,1 ], "beds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intertexture",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of interweaving or the condition of having been interwoven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intertexture",1,1,2 ], "something that has been interwoven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intertidal",1,1,1 ], "low-water mark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intertidal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the zone of the shore between the high-water mark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intertrigo",1,1,1 ], "chafing between two moist closely opposed skin surfaces, as at the armpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intertwine" ,1, 1, 1],"to unite or be united by twisting or twining together",1). c_DEF([ "intertwine" ,1, 2, 1],"intertwiningly",1). c_DEF([ "interval training",1,1,1 ], "a method of athletic training using alternate sprinting and jogging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,1 ], "the period of time marked off by or between two events, instants, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,2 ], "the distance between two points, objects, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,3 ], "a pause or interlude, as between periods of intense activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,4 ], "a short period between parts of a play, concert, film, etc|; intermission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,5 ], "(harmonic interval) or in succession as in a musical part (melodic interval)| An interval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,5 ], "between the two notes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,5 ], "is calculated by counting the (inclusive) number of notes of the diatonic scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,5 ], "the difference of pitch between two notes, either sounded simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,6 ], "the ratio of the frequencies of two sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,6,1 ], "interval does not" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,6,1 ], "points, called the endpoints| A closed interval includes the endpoints, but an open" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,6,1 ], "the set containing all real numbers or points between two given numbers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,6,2 ], "inequalities ai ,&xi ,&bi or ai ,xi ,bi where ai ,bi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,6,2 ], "the set of points in n-dimensional space where coordinates satisfy the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,7 ], "at intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,7,1 ], "occasionally or intermittently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interval",1,1,7,2 ], "with spaces between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervene",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to take a decisive or intrusive role (in) in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervene",1,1,1 ], "modify or determine events or their outcome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intervene",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by in or between) to come or be (among or between)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervene",1,1,3 ], "(of a period of time) to occur between events or points in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervene",1,1,4 ], "(of an event) to disturb or hinder a course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervene",1,1,5 ], "to interpose and become a party to a legal action between others esp| in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervene",1,1,5 ], "to protect one's interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interventionist",1,1,1 ], "country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interventionist",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or advocating intervention, esp| in the affairs of a foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interventionist",1,2,1 ], "an interventionist person or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervertebral disc",1,1,1 ], "absorbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intervertebral disc",1,1,1 ], "any of the cartilaginous discs between individual vertebrae, acting as shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interview",1,1,1 ], "a conversation with or questioning of a person, usually conducted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interview",1,1,1 ], "television, radio, or a newspaper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interview",1,1,2 ], "a formal discussion, esp| one in which an employer assesses an applicant for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "interview",1,1,2 ], "job" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "interview",1,2,1 ], "to conduct an interview with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intervocalic",1,1,1 ], "pronounced or situated between vowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inter|",1,1,1 ], "intermediate| &2395" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intestate",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intestate",1,1,2 ], "not having made a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intestate",1,1,2,2 ], "(of property) not disposed of by will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intestate",1,2,1 ], "a person who dies without having made a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intestinal flora",1,1,1 ], "harmless microorganisms that inhabit the lumen of the intestinal tract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intestine",1,1,1 ], "the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intima",1,1,1 ], "the innermost layer of an organ or part, esp| of a blood vessel|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimacy",1,1,1 ], "close or warm friendship or understanding; personal relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimacy",1,1,2 ], "sexual relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a close or warm personal relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,2 ], "deeply personal, private, or secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,3 ], "(often postpositive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,4 ], "foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,5 ], "having sexual relations (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,5,1 ], "having a deep or unusual knowledge (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,5,2 ], "(of knowledge) deep; extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,6 ], "having a friendly, warm, or informal atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to the essential part or nature of something; intrinsic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,8 ], "denoting the informal second person of verbs and pronouns in French and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",1,1,8 ], "languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",2,1,1 ], "to hint; suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimate",2,1,2 ], "to proclaim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimidate",1,1,1 ], "to make timid or frightened, as by threats; scare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intimidate",1,1,2 ], "or blackmail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intimidate",1,1,2 ], "to discourage, restrain, or silence illegally or unscrupulously, as by threats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intinction",1,1,1 ], "the practice of dipping the Eucharistic bread into the wine at Holy Communion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intine",1,1,1 ], "the inner membrane of a pollen grain or a spore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intitule",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) to entitle (an Act)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intl|",1,1,1 ], "international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "into",1,1,1 ], "to the interior or inner parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "into",1,1,2 ], "to the middle or midst of so as to be surrounded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "into",1,1,3 ], "against; up against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "into",1,1,4 ], "used to indicate the result of a transformation or change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "into",1,1,5 ], "used to indicate a dividend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "into",1,1,6 ], "interested in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intolerable",1,1,1 ], "more than can be tolerated or endured; insufferable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intolerable",1,1,2 ], "extremely irritating or annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intolerant",1,1,1 ], "lacking respect for practices and beliefs other than one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intolerant",1,2,1 ], "not able or willing to tolerate or endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonate",1,1,1 ], "rise and fall of the voice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intonate",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce or articulate (continuous connected speech) with a characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for intone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonation pattern",1,1,1 ], "a characteristic series of musical pitch levels that serves to distinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonation pattern",1,1,1 ], "between questions, statements, and other types of utterance in a language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intonation",1,1,1 ], "the sound pattern of phrases and sentences produced by pitch variation in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonation",1,1,1 ], "voice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intonation",1,1,2 ], "the act or manner of intoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonation",1,1,3 ], "an intoned, chanted, or monotonous utterance; incantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonation",1,1,4 ], "the opening of a piece of plainsong, sung by a soloist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonation",1,1,4,1 ], "the correct or accurate pitching of intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intonation",1,1,4,2 ], "the capacity to play or sing in tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intone",1,1,1 ], "incantatory tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intone",1,1,1 ], "to utter, recite, or sing (a chant, prayer, etc|) in a monotonous or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intone",1,1,2 ], "to speak with a particular or characteristic intonation or tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intone",1,1,3 ], "to sing (the opening phrase of a psalm, etc|) in plainsong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intorsion",1,1,1 ], "a spiral twisting in plant stems or other parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxicant",1,1,1 ], "anything that causes intoxication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxicant",1,2,1 ], "causing intoxication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxicate",1,1,1 ], "(of an alcoholic drink) to produce in (a person) a state ranging from euphoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxicate",1,1,1 ], "inebriate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intoxicate",1,1,1 ], "to stupor, usually accompanied by loss of inhibitions and control; make drunk;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intoxicate",1,2,1 ], "to stimulate, excite, or elate so as to overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxicate",1,3,1 ], "(of a drug, etc|) to poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxication",1,1,1 ], "drunkenness; inebriation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxication",1,1,2 ], "great elation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxication",1,1,3 ], "the act of intoxicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intoxication",1,1,4 ], "poisoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intra-",1,1,1 ], "within; inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intra-atomic",1,1,1 ], "existing or occurring within an atom or atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intracardiac",1,1,1 ], "within the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intracellular",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring inside a cell or cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intracranial",1,1,1 ], "within the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intractable",1,1,1 ], "difficult to influence or direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intractable",1,1,2 ], "(of a problem, illness, etc|) difficult to solve, alleviate, or cure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intractable",1,1,3 ], "difficult to shape or mould, esp| with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intracutaneous",1,1,1 ], "within the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intradermal",1,1,1 ], "other words for intracutaneous|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrados",1,1,1 ], "the inner curve or surface of an arch or vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intramolecular",1,1,1 ], "occurring within a molecule or molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intramural",1,1,1 ], "operating within or involving those in a single establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intramural",1,1,2 ], "within the walls of a cavity or hollow organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intramuscular",1,1,1 ], "within a muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intranational",1,1,1 ], "within one nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransigent",1,1,1 ], "not willing to compromise; obstinately maintaining an attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransigent",1,2,1 ], "an intransigent person, esp| in politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting a verb when it does not require a direct object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,1,2 ], "denoting a verb that customarily does not require a direct object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,1,3 ], "a verb in either of these categories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,2 ], "as a referent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,2 ], "denoting an adjective or noun that does not require any particular noun phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,3 ], "having the property that although one object is related to a second that bears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,3 ], "the same relationship to a third, the first does not bear this relationship to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intransitive",1,1,3 ], "third" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intrans|",1,1,1 ], "intransitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intranuclear",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring within a nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrastate",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or confined within a single state, esp| a state of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intratelluric",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks and their constituents, processes, etc|) formed or occurring below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intratelluric",1,1,1 ], "the surface of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrauterine device",1,1,1 ], "a metal or plastic device, in the shape of a loop, coil, or ring, inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrauterine device",1,1,1 ], "into the uterus to prevent conception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrauterine",1,1,1 ], "within the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intravasation",1,1,1 ], "the passage of extraneous material, such as pus, into a blood or lymph vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intravenous",1,1,1 ], "within a vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrazonal soil",1,1,1 ], "a soil that has a well-developed profile determined by relief, parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrazonal soil",1,1,1 ], "material, age, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intreat",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of entreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrench",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of entrench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrepid",1,1,1 ], "fearless; daring; bold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intricate",1,1,1 ], "difficult to understand; obscure; complex; puzzling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intricate",1,1,2 ], "entangled or involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigant" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who intrigues; intriguer",1). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,1,1 ], "($In!tri$:g), trigues, triguing, trigued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,2,1 ], "to make interested or curious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,3,1 ], "to make secret plots or employ underhand methods; conspire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,4,1 ], "to carry on a clandestine love affair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,5,1 ], "($In!tri$:g, !$Intri$:g)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,5,2 ], "the act or an instance of secret plotting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,5,3 ], "a clandestine love affair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrigue",1,5,4 ], "the quality of arousing interest or curiosity; beguilement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrinsic semiconductor",1,1,1 ], "an almost pure semiconductor to which no impurities have been added and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrinsic semiconductor",1,1,1 ], "which the electron and hole densities are equal at thermal equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrinsic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the essential nature of a thing; inherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrinsic",1,1,2 ], "situated within or peculiar to a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intro",1,1,1 ], "short for introduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intro-",1,1,1 ], "in, into, or inward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to present (someone) by name (to another person) or (two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,1 ], "or more people to each other)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) to cause to experience for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,3 ], "to present for consideration or approval, esp| before a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,4 ], "to bring in; establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,5 ], "to present (a radio or television programme, etc|) verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,6 ], "(foll| by with) to start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduce",1,1,7 ], "(often foll| by into) to insert or inject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,1 ], "the act of introducing or fact of being introduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,2 ], "a presentation of one person to another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,3 ], "a means of presenting a person to another person, group, etc|, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,3 ], "letter of introduction or reference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,4 ], "a preliminary part, as of a book, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,4,1 ], "an instrumental passage preceding the entry of a soloist, choir, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,4,2 ], "an opening passage in a movement or composition that precedes the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,4,2 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,5 ], "an area, country, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,5 ], "something that has been or is introduced, esp| something that is not native to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introduction",1,1,6 ], "a basic or elementary work of instruction, reference, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introductory",1,1,1 ], "serving as an introduction; preliminary; prefatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introgression",1,1,1 ], "another during hybridization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introgression",1,1,1 ], "the introduction of genes from the gene pool of one species into that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introit",1,1,1 ], "Church, Church of England| a short prayer said or sung as the celebrant is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introit",1,1,1 ], "entering the sanctuary to celebrate Mass or Holy Communion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introject",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a child) to incorporate ideas of others, or (in fantasy) of objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introject",1,2,2 ], "to turn (feelings for another) towards oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introjection",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of introjecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intromission",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for insertion or introduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intromit",1,1,1 ], "to enter or insert or allow to enter or be inserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introrse",1,1,1 ], "the centre of the flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introrse",1,1,1 ], "turned inwards or towards the axis, as anthers that shed their pollen towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introspect",1,1,1 ], "to examine and analyse one's own thoughts and feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introspection",1,1,1 ], "long periods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introspection",1,1,1 ], "the examination of one's own thoughts, impressions, and feelings, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introversion",1,1,1 ], "rather than towards the external world or making social contacts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "introversion",1,1,1 ], "the directing of interest inwards towards one's own thoughts and feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introversion",1,1,2 ], "the turning inside out of a hollow organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introvert",1,1,1 ], "a person prone to introversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introvert",1,2,1 ], "characterized by introversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "introvert",1,4,1 ], "to turn (a hollow organ or part) inside out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intro|",1,1,1 ], "introduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intro|",1,1,2 ], "introductory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrude",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by into, on, or upon) to put forward or interpose (oneself," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrude",1,1,1 ], "one's views, something) abruptly or without invitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrude",1,1,2 ], "be thrust between solid rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrude",1,1,2 ], "to force or thrust (rock material, esp| molten magma) or (of rock material) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of intruding; an unwelcome visit, interjection, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusion",1,1,1,1 ], "overlying strata to form igneous rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrusion",1,1,1,1 ], "the movement of magma from within the earth's crust into spaces in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusion",1,1,1,2 ], "any igneous rock formed in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusion",1,1,2 ], "an unlawful entry onto land by a stranger after determination of a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusion",1,1,2 ], "estate of freehold and before the remainderman or reversioner has made entry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrusive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by intrusion or tending to intrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusive",1,1,2 ], "(of igneous rocks) formed by intrusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusive",1,1,3 ], "of connected speech for a phonetic rather than a historical or grammatical reason," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intrusive",1,1,3 ], "relating to or denoting a speech sound that is introduced into a word or piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intrusive",1,1,3 ], "such as the (r) often pronounced between idea and of in the idea of it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "intrust",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of entrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intr|",1,1,1 ], "intransitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intubate",1,1,1 ], "to insert a tube or cannula into (a hollow organ); cannulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuit",1,1,1 ], "to know or discover by intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuition",1,1,1 ], "knowledge or insight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intuition",1,1,1 ], "knowledge or perception not gained by reasoning and intelligence; instinctive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuition",1,1,2 ], "anything learned or perceived in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitionism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that knowledge is acquired primarily by intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitionism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that general terms are used of a variety of objects in accordance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitionism",1,1,2 ], "with perceived similarities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intuitionism",1,1,3 ], "the theory that the solution to moral problems can be discovered by intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitionism",1,1,4 ], "the doctrine that external objects are known to be real by intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitive",1,1,1 ], "resulting from intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitive",1,1,2 ], "of, characterized by, or involving intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitive",1,1,3 ], "(of knowledge) obtained by intuition, not empirically or discursively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitivism",1,1,1 ], "another word for intuitionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intuitivism",1,1,2 ], "intuitive knowledge; intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intumesce",1,1,1 ], "to swell or become swollen; undergo intumescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intumescence",1,1,1 ], "a swelling up, as with blood or other fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intumescence",1,1,2 ], "a swollen organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intumescence",1,1,3 ], "of water vapour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intumescence",1,1,3 ], "the swelling of certain substances on heating, often accompanied by the escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intussuscept",1,2,1 ], "to turn or fold (an organ or part) inwards invaginate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intussusception",1,1,1 ], "invagination of a tubular organ or part, esp| the telescoping of one section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intussusception",1,1,1 ], "of the intestinal tract into a lower section, causing obstruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intussusception",1,1,2 ], "between the existing particles of the cell wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "intussusception",1,1,2 ], "growth in the surface area of a cell by the deposition of new particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "intwine",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of entwine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "int|",1,1,1 ], "interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "int|",1,1,2 ], "interim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "int|",1,1,3 ], "interior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "int|",1,1,4 ], "internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "int|",1,1,5 ], "international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "int|",1,1,6 ], "interpreter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inulin",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (C\6H\1\0O\5)n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inulin",1,1,1 ], "a fructose polysaccharide present in the tubers and rhizomes of some plants|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inunction",1,1,1 ], "the application of an ointment to the skin, esp| by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inunction",1,1,2 ], "the ointment so used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inunction",1,1,3 ], "the act of anointing; anointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inundate",1,1,1 ], "to cover completely with water; overflow; flood; swamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inundate",1,1,2 ], "to overwhelm, as if with a flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inurbane",1,1,1 ], "not urbane; lacking in courtesy or polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inure",1,1,1 ], "to cause to accept or become hardened to; habituate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inure",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a law, etc|) to come into operation; take effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inurn",1,1,1 ], "to place (esp| cremated ashes) in an urn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inurn",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for inter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inutile",1,1,1 ], "useless; unprofitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invade",1,1,1 ], "to enter (a country, territory, etc|) by military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invade",1,2,1 ], "to occupy in large numbers; overrun; infest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invade",1,3,1 ], "to trespass or encroach upon (privacy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invade",1,4,1 ], "to enter and spread throughout, esp| harmfully; pervade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invade",1,4,2 ], "(of plants, esp| weeds) to become established in (a place to which they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invade",1,4,2 ], "not native)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invaginate",1,1,1 ], "($In!vd#f$I~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invaginate",1,1,2 ], "becomes ensheathed; intussuscept" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invaginate",1,1,2 ], "to push one section of (a tubular organ or part) back into itself so that it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invaginate",1,2,1 ], "(of the outer layer of an organism or part) to undergo invagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invaginate",1,3,1 ], "($In!vd#f$In$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invaginate",1,3,2 ], "(of an organ or part) folded back upon itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invagination",1,1,1 ], "intussusception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invagination",1,1,1 ], "the process of invaginating or the condition of being invaginated;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invagination",1,1,2 ], "an invaginated organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invagination",1,1,3 ], "an infolding of the outer layer of cells of an organism or part of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invagination",1,1,3 ], "gastrula from a blastula" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "invagination",1,1,3 ], "so as to form a pocket in the surface, as in the embryonic development of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",1,1,1,1 ], "a person suffering from disablement or chronic ill health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",1,2,1 ], "suffering from or disabled by injury, sickness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",1,3,1 ], "to cause to become an invalid; disable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by out; often passive)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",1,3,3 ], "through wounds or illness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",1,3,3 ], "to require (a member of the armed forces) to retire from active service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",2,1,1 ], "not valid; having no cogency or legal force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",2,1,2 ], "having a conclusion that does not necessarily follow from its premisses and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalid",2,1,2 ], "that can be true if one or more premisses are false; not valid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invalidate",1,1,1 ], "to render weak or ineffective, as an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalidate",1,1,2 ], "to take away the legal force or effectiveness of; annul, as a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalidism",1,1,1 ], "the state of being an invalid, esp| by reason of ill health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalidism",1,1,2 ], "a state of being abnormally preoccupied with one's physical health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalidity benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a weekly payment to a person who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invalidity benefit",1,1,1 ], "has been off work through illness for more than six months" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invaluable",1,1,1 ], "having great value that is impossible to calculate; priceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invariable",1,1,1 ], "not subject to alteration; unchanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invariable",1,2,1 ], "a mathematical quantity having an unchanging value; a constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invariant",1,1,1 ], "an entity, quantity, etc|, that is unaltered by a particular transformation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invariant",1,1,1 ], "coordinates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invariant",1,2,1 ], "(of a relationship or a property of a function, configuration, or equation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invariant",1,2,1 ], "unaltered by a particular transformation of coordinates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invariant",1,2,2 ], "a rare word for invariable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invasion",1,1,1 ], "the act of invading with armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invasion",1,1,2 ], "any encroachment or intrusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invasion",1,1,3 ], "the onset or advent of something harmful, esp| of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invasion",1,1,4 ], "the movement of plants to an area to which they are not native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invective",1,1,1 ], "kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invective",1,1,1 ], "vehement accusation or denunciation, esp| of a bitterly abusive or sarcastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invective",1,2,1 ], "characterized by or using abusive language, bitter sarcasm, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inveigh",1,1,1 ], "to speak with violent or invective language rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inveigle",1,1,1 ], "or trickery cajole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inveigle",1,1,1 ], "to lead (someone into a situation) or persuade (to do something) by cleverness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invent",1,1,1 ], "to create or devise (new ideas, machines, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invent",1,1,2 ], "to make up (falsehoods, etc|); fabricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of inventing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,2 ], "something that is invented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,3 ], "both useful and is not obvious to persons skilled in the particular field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,3 ], "the discovery or production of some new or improved process or machine that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,4 ], "creative power or ability; inventive skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,5 ], "a fabrication; lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,6 ], "(in traditional rhetoric) one of the five steps in preparing a speech or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,6 ], "discourse: the process of finding suitable topics on which to talk or write" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,7 ], "a short piece consisting of two or three parts usually in imitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,7 ], "counterpoint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invention",1,1,8 ], "the creation of a new cultural pattern or trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventive",1,1,1 ], "skilled or quick at contriving; ingenious; resourceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventive",1,1,2 ], "characterized by inventive skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventive",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to invention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventor",1,1,1 ], "a person who invents, esp| as a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventory",1,1,1 ], "a detailed list of articles, goods, property, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventory",1,1,1,1 ], "the amount or value of a firm's current assets that consist of raw materials," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventory",1,1,1,1 ], "work in progress, and finished goods; stock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inventory",1,1,1,2 ], "such assets individually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inventory",1,2,1 ], "to enter (items) in an inventory; make a list of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inveracity",1,1,1 ], "lying; untruthfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inveracity",1,1,2 ], "an untruth; lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse function",1,1,1 ], "a function whose independent variable is the dependent variable of a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse function",1,1,1 ], "trigonometric or hyperbolic function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,1,1 ], "opposite or contrary in effect, sequence, direction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a relationship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,1,2 ], "containing two variables such that an increase in one results in a decrease in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,1,2 ], "the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,1,2,2 ], "(of an element) operating on a specified member of a set to produce the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,1,2,2 ], "identity of the set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,1,3 ], "upside down; inverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,2,1,1 ], "another name for reciprocal ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverse",1,2,1,2 ], "an inverse element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,1 ], "the act of inverting or state of being inverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,2 ], "something inverted, esp| a reversal of order, mutual functions, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3 ], "the reversal of a normal order of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,1 ], "is the fifth, the resulting chord is the second inversion" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,1 ], "note is the third of the triad, the resulting chord is the first inversion;when it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,1 ], "solution of glucose and fructose by hydrolysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,1 ], "that the root, originally in the bass, is placed in an upper part| When the bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,1 ], "the conversion of a dextrorotatory solution of sucrose into a laevorotatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,1 ], "the process or result of transposing the notes of a chord (esp| a triad) such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,2 ], "(in counterpoint) the modification of a melody or part in which all ascending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,2 ], "any similar reaction in which the optical properties of the reactants are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,2 ], "intervals are replaced by corresponding descending intervals and vice versa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,2 ], "opposite to those of the products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,3 ], "the lower one the higher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,3,3 ], "the modification of an interval in which the higher note becomes the lower or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,4 ], "abnormal positioning of an organ or part, as in being upside down or turned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,4 ], "inside out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,4,1 ], "the adoption of the role or characteristics of the opposite sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,4,2 ], "another word for homosexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,5 ], "an abnormal condition in which the layer of air next to the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,5 ], "is cooler than an overlying layer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,6 ], "another word for retroflexion ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,7 ], "alternative digit, as 10110 to 01001" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,7 ], "an operation by which each digit of a binary number is changed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,8 ], "a type of chromosomal mutation in which a section of a chromosome, and hence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inversion",1,1,8 ], "the order of its genes, is reversed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invert sugar",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of fructose and glucose obtained by the inversion of sucrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,1,1 ], "($In!v$z$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,1,2 ], "to turn or cause to turn upside down or inside out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,2,1 ], "to reverse in effect, sequence, direction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,3,1,1 ], "to turn (the tip of the tongue) up and back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,3,1,2 ], "to pronounce (a speech sound) by retroflexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,4,1,1 ], "a person who adopts the role of the opposite sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,4,1,1 ], "the lower inner surface of a drain, sewer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,4,1,2 ], "an arch that is concave upwards, esp| one used in foundations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invert",1,4,1,2 ], "another word for homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invertase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme, occurring in the intestinal juice of animals and in yeasts, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invertase",1,1,1 ], "hydrolyses sucrose to glucose and fructose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invertebrate" ,1, 1, 1],"any animal lacking a backbone, including all species not classified as",1). c_DEF([ "invertebrate" ,1, 1, 1],"vertebrates",2). c_DEF([ "invertebrate" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or designating invertebrates",1). c_DEF([ "inverted comma",1,1,1 ], "another term for quotation mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverted mordent",1,1,1 ], "a melodic ornament consisting of the rapid single or double alternation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverted mordent",1,1,1 ], "principal note with a note one degree higher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inverted pleat",1,1,1 ], "a box pleat reversed so that the fullness of the material is turned inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverted snob",1,1,1 ], "a person who scorns the conventions or attitudes of his own class or social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverted snob",1,1,1 ], "group by attempting to identify with people of a supposedly lower class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inverter",1,1,1 ], "any device for converting a direct current into an alternating current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inverter",1,1,2 ], "another name for NOT circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to lay out (money or capital in an enterprise, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,1,1 ], "purchasing shares) with the expectation of profit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,2,1 ], "to devote (effort, resources, etc|, to a project)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,3,1 ], "to clothe or adorn (in some garment, esp| the robes of an office)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,4,1 ], "to install formally or ceremoniously (in an official position, rank, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,5,1 ], "to place (power, authority, etc|, in) or provide (with power or authority)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,6,1 ], "to provide or endow (a person with qualities, characteristics, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,7,1 ], "to cover or adorn, as if with a coat or garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,8,1 ], "to surround with military forces; besiege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invest",1,9,1 ], "to purchase; buy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investigate",1,1,1 ], "examine systematically, esp| in order to discover the truth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "investigate",1,1,1 ], "to inquire into (a situation or problem, esp| a crime or death) thoroughly;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investigation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of investigating; a careful search or examination in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investigation",1,1,1 ], "to discover facts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "investigator",1,1,1 ], "a person who investigates, such as a private detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investiture",1,1,1 ], "or rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "investiture",1,1,1 ], "the act of presenting with a title or with the robes and insignia of an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investiture",1,1,2 ], "(in feudal society) the formal bestowal of the possessory right to a fief or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investiture",1,1,2 ], "other benefice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "investiture",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for investment ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment trust",1,1,1 ], "a financial enterprise that invests its subscribed capital in securities for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment trust",1,1,1 ], "its investors' benefit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of investing money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,1,2 ], "the amount invested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,1,3 ], "an enterprise, asset, etc|, in which money is or can be invested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,2 ], "the outer layer or covering of an organ, part, or organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for investiture ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,4 ], "specific quality, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,4 ], "the act of investing or state of being invested, as with an official robe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "investment",1,1,5 ], "the act of besieging with military forces, works, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inveterate",1,1,1 ], "long established, esp| so as to be deep-rooted or ingrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inveterate",1,1,2 ], "settled or confirmed in a habit or practice, esp| a bad one; hardened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inveterate",1,1,3 ], "full of hatred; hostile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inviable",1,1,1 ], "not viable, esp| financially; not able to survive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invidious",1,1,1 ], "incurring or tending to arouse resentment, unpopularity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invidious",1,1,2 ], "(of comparisons or distinctions) unfairly or offensively discriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invidious",1,1,3 ], "grudging; envious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invigilate",1,1,1 ], "to watch examination candidates, esp| to prevent cheating| U|S| word: proctor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invigilate",1,1,2 ], "to keep watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invigorate",1,1,1 ], "to give vitality and vigour to animate brace refresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invincible",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being defeated; unconquerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invincible",1,1,2 ], "unable to be overcome; insuperable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inviolable",1,1,1 ], "sacred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inviolable",1,1,1 ], "that must not or cannot be transgressed, dishonoured, or broken; to be kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inviolate",1,1,1 ], "free from violation, injury, disturbance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inviolate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for inviolable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible balance",1,1,1 ], "property incomes from abroad and total imports of services plus payment abroad of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invisible balance",1,1,1 ], "property incomes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "invisible balance",1,1,1 ], "the difference in value between total exports of services plus payment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible ink",1,1,1 ], "a liquid used for writing that does not become visible until it has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible ink",1,1,1 ], "treated with chemicals, heat, ultraviolet light, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invisible",1,1,1 ], "not visible; not able to be perceived by the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible",1,1,2 ], "concealed from sight; hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible",1,1,3 ], "not easily seen or noticed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible",1,1,4 ], "kept hidden from public view; secret; clandestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible",1,1,5 ], "balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invisible",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to services rather than goods in relation to the invisible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invisible",1,2,1 ], "an invisible item of trade; service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invitation",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of inviting, such as an offer of entertainment or hospitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invitation",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invitation",1,1,2 ], "the act of enticing or attracting; allurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invitatory",1,1,1 ], "serving as or conveying an invitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invitatory",1,2,1 ], "any of various invitations to prayer, such as Psalm 95 in a religious service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invite",1,1,1 ], "($In!va$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invite",1,2,1 ], "attend an event, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invite",1,2,1 ], "to ask (a person or persons) in a friendly or polite way (to do something," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invite",1,2,2 ], "to make a request for, esp| publicly or formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invite",1,2,3 ], "to bring on or provoke; give occasion for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invite",1,2,4 ], "to welcome or tempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invite",1,3,1 ], "an informal word for invitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inviting",1,1,1 ], "tempting; alluring; attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invocate",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for invoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,1 ], "the act of invoking or calling upon some agent for assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,2 ], "a prayer asking God for help, forgiveness, etc|, esp| as part of a religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,2 ], "service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,3 ], "an appeal for inspiration and guidance from a Muse or deity at the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,3 ], "of a poem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,3,1 ], "incantation or magic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,3,1 ], "the act of summoning a spirit or demon from another world by ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invocation",1,1,3,2 ], "the incantation used in this act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoice",1,1,1 ], "a document issued by a seller to a buyer listing the goods or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoice",1,1,1 ], "supplied and stating the sum of money due" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invoice",1,1,2 ], "a consignment of invoiced merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoice",1,2,1,1 ], "to present (a customer, etc|) with an invoice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoice",1,2,1,2 ], "to list (merchandise sold) on an invoice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoke",1,1,1 ], "to call upon (an agent, esp| God or another deity) for help, inspiration, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoke",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invoke",1,1,2 ], "to appeal to (an outside agent or authority) for confirmation, corroboration," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoke",1,1,3 ], "to implore or beg (help, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invoke",1,1,4 ], "to summon (a spirit, demon, etc|); conjure up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involucel",1,1,1 ], "a ring of bracts at the base of the florets of a compound umbel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involucre",1,1,1 ], "Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "involucre",1,1,1 ], "a ring of bracts at the base of an inflorescence in such plants as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involuntary",1,1,1 ], "carried out without one's conscious wishes; not voluntary; unintentional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involuntary",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a movement or muscle) performed or acting without conscious control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involute",1,1,1 ], "complex, intricate, or involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involute",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of petals, leaves, etc|, in bud) having margins that are rolled inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involute",1,1,3 ], "(of certain shells) closely coiled so that the axis is obscured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involute",1,2,1 ], "curve, the evolute, such that its normals are tangential to the evolute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "involute",1,2,1 ], "the curve described by the free end of a thread as it is wound around another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involute",1,3,1 ], "to become involute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,1 ], "complicated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,1 ], "the act of involving or complicating or the state of being involved or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,2 ], "something involved or complicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,3 ], "degeneration or structural deformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,4 ], "an involute formation or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,5 ], "or as a result of ageing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,5 ], "reduction in size of an organ or part, as of the uterus following childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,6 ], "an algebraic operation in which a number, variable, expression etc|, is raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,6 ], "to a specified power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,7 ], "an involved construction, such as one in which the subject is separated from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involution",1,1,7 ], "the predicate by an additional clause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "involve",1,1,1 ], "to include or contain as a necessary part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involve",1,1,2 ], "to have an effect on; spread to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involve",1,1,3 ], "to concern or associate significantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involve",1,1,4 ], "to make complicated; tangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involve",1,1,5 ], "to wrap or surround" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involve",1,1,6 ], "to coil up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involve",1,1,7 ], "to raise to a specified power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involved",1,1,1 ], "complicated; difficult to comprehend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involved",1,1,2 ], "concerned or implicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "involved",1,2,1 ], "having sexual relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invt|",1,1,1 ], "inventory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invulnerable",1,1,1 ], "emotionally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "invulnerable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being wounded, hurt, damaged, etc|, either physically or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invulnerable",1,1,2 ], "incapable of being damaged or captured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invultuation",1,1,1 ], "the use of or the act of making images of people, animals, etc|, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "invultuation",1,1,1 ], "witchcraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "inv|",1,1,1 ], "invented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inv|",1,1,2 ], "invention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inv|",1,1,3 ], "inventor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inv|",1,1,4 ], "invoice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inward",1,1,1 ], "going or directed towards the middle of or into something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inward",1,1,2 ], "situated within; inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inward",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or existing in the mind or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inward",1,3,1 ], "the inward part; inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwardly",1,1,1 ], "within the private thoughts or feelings; secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwardly",1,1,2 ], "not aloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwardly",1,1,3 ], "with reference to the inside or inner part; internally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwardly",1,1,4 ], "intimately; essentially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the interior or middle of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwards",1,1,2 ], "in, into, or towards the mind or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwards",1,2,1 ], "a variant of innards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inweave" ,1, 2, 1],"to weave together into or as if into a design, fabric, etc|; interweave",1). c_DEF([ "inwrap",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of enwrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwrought",1,1,1 ], "worked or woven into material, esp| decoratively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inwrought",1,1,2 ], "blended with other things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "inyala",1,1,1 ], "another name for nyala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "in|",1,1,1 ], "inch(es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodate",1,1,1 ], "a salt of iodic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodate",1,2,1 ], "another word for iodize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or pale yellow soluble crystalline substance that forms acidic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodic acid",1,1,1 ], "aqueous solutions| Used as a reagent and disinfectant| Formula: HIO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iodic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing iodine, esp| in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodide",1,1,1 ], "a salt of hydriodic acid, containing the iodide ion, I-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodide",1,1,2 ], "a compound containing an iodine atom, such as methyl iodide, CH3I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodine",1,1,1 ], "a bluish-black element of the halogen group that sublimates into a violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodine",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "iodine",1,1,1 ], "irritating gas| Its compounds are used in medicine and photography and in dyes| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iodine",1,1,1 ], "of thyroid disease| Symbol: I; atomic no|: 53; atomic wt|: 126|90; valency: 1,3,5," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "iodine",1,1,1 ], "or 7; relative density: 4|93; melting pt|: 113|5 degrees C; boiling pt|: 184|35" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "iodine",1,1,1 ], "radioisotope iodine-131 , with a half-life of 8 days, is used in the diagnosis and treatment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iodism",1,1,1 ], "poisoning induced by ingestion of iodine or its compounds| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodize" ,1, 1, 1],"to treat or react with iodine or an iodine compound",1). c_DEF([ "iodize" ,1, 3, 1],"Hiodo- or before a vowel iod-combining form",1). c_DEF([ "iodize" ,1, 3, 2],"indicating iodine",1). c_DEF([ "iodoform",1,1,1 ], "CHI3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iodoform",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline insoluble volatile solid with a penetrating sweet odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodoform",1,1,1 ], "made by heating alcohol with iodine and an alkali: used as an antiseptic| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iodometry",1,1,1 ], "a procedure used in volumetric analysis for determining the quantity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodometry",1,1,1 ], "substance present that contains, liberates, or reacts with iodine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iodopsin",1,1,1 ], "a violet light-sensitive pigment in the cones of the retina of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing iodine, esp| in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iodous",1,1,2 ], "concerned with or resembling iodine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iolite",1,1,1 ], "another name for cordierite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ion engine",1,1,1 ], "a type of rocket engine in which thrust is obtained by the electrostatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ion engine",1,1,1 ], "acceleration of charged positive ions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ion exchange",1,1,1 ], "and to purify certain industrial chemicals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ion exchange",1,1,1 ], "solid, usually a resin| It is used to soften water, to separate radioactive isotopes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ion exchange",1,1,1 ], "the process in which ions are exchanged between a solution and an insoluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ion rocket",1,1,1 ], "a rocket propelled by an ion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ion",1,1,1 ], "an electrically charged atom or group of atoms formed by the loss or gain of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ion",1,1,1 ], "one or more electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionic bond",1,1,1 ], "another name for electrovalent bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring in the form of ions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Io" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionium",1,1,1 ], "a naturally occurring radioisotope of thorium with a mass number of 230|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionization chamber",1,1,1 ], "a device for detecting and measuring ionizing radiation, consisting of a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionization chamber",1,1,1 ], "containing a low pressure gas and two electrodes between which a high voltage is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionization chamber",1,1,1 ], "maintained| The current between the electrodes is a function of the intensity of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ionization chamber",1,1,1 ], "radiation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ionization potential",1,1,1 ], "measured in electronvolts| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionization potential",1,1,1 ], "the energy required to remove an electron from an atom, molecule, or radical," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionization",1,1,1,1 ], "discharge, or radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionization",1,1,1,1 ], "the formation of ions as a result of a chemical reaction, heat, electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionization",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionize",1,1,1 ], "to change or become changed into ions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionizing radiation",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic or corpuscular radiation that is able to cause ionization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionone",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish liquid mixture of two isomers with an odour of violets, extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionone",1,1,1 ], "from certain plants and used in perfumery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionone",1,1,2 ], "either of these two isomers| Formula: C13H20O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionopause",1,1,1 ], "exosphere, about 644 km (400 miles) from the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionopause",1,1,1 ], "the transitional zone in the atmosphere between the ionosphere and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionosphere",1,1,1 ], "1000 km above the earth's surface, in which there is a high concentration of free" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ionosphere",1,1,1 ], "a region of the earth's atmosphere, extending from about 60 kilometres to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ionosphere",1,1,1 ], "electrons formed as a result of ionizing radiation entering the atmosphere from space" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ionospheric wave",1,1,1 ], "another name for sky wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iontophoresis",1,1,1 ], "a technique for studying neurotransmitters in the brain by the application of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iontophoresis",1,1,1 ], "experimental solutions to the tissues through fine glass electrodes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iota",1,1,1 ], "the ninth letter in the Greek alphabet (#GI, #Gi), a vowel or semivowel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iota",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as i or j" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iota",1,1,2 ], "a very small amount; jot (esp| in the phrase not one or an iota)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iotacism",1,1,1 ], "a tendency of vowels and diphthongs, esp| in Modern Greek, to acquire the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iotacism",1,1,1 ], "pronunciation of the vowel iota (i$:)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ipecac",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing South American rubiaceous shrub, Cephaelis ipecacuanha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipecac",1,1,2 ], "a drug prepared from the dried roots of this plant, used as a purgative and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipecac",1,1,2 ], "emetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ipomoea",1,1,1 ], "any tropical or subtropical convolvulaceous plant of the genus Ipomoea, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipomoea",1,1,1 ], "as the morning glory, sweet potato, and jalap, having trumpet-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ipomoea",1,1,2 ], "resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ipomoea",1,1,2 ], "the dried root of a Mexican species, I| orizabensis, which yields a cathartic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipse dixit",1,1,1 ], "an arbitrary and unsupported assertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipsilateral",1,1,1 ], "on or affecting the same side of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipsissima verba",1,1,1 ], "the very words; verbatim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipso facto",1,1,1 ], "by that very fact or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ipso jure",1,1,1 ], "by the law itself; by operation of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ir-",1,1,1 ], "variant of in-'1 and in-'2 before r" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iracund",1,1,1 ], "easily angered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irade",1,1,1 ], "a written edict of a Muslim rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irascible",1,1,1 ], "easily angered; irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irascible",1,1,2 ], "showing irritability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irate",1,1,1 ], "incensed with anger; furious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irate",1,1,2 ], "marked by extreme anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ire",1,1,1 ], "anger; wrath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irenic",1,1,1 ], "tending to conciliate or promote peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irenicon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of eirenicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irenics",1,1,1 ], "and denominations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irenics",1,1,1 ], "that branch of theology that is concerned with unity between Christian sects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iridaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Iridaceae, a family of monocotyledonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants, including iris, crocus, and gladiolus, having swordlike leaves and showy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iridectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of part of the iris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridescent",1,1,1 ], "and scattering as the observer's position changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iridescent",1,1,1 ], "displaying a spectrum of colours that shimmer and change due to interference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing iridium, esp| in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the iris of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridium",1,1,1 ], "22|42; melting pt|: 2410 degrees C; boiling pt|: 4130 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "iridium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Ir; atomic no|: 77; atomic wt|: 192|2; valency: 3 or 4; relative density:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iridium",1,1,1 ], "a very hard inert yellowish-white transition element that is the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridium",1,1,1 ], "corrosion-resistant metal known| It occurs in platinum ores and is used as an alloy with platinum|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irido",1,1,1 ], "denoting the iris of the eye or the genus of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irido",1,1,2 ], "denoting a rainbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridosmine",1,1,1 ], "other names for osmiridium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iridotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the iris, esp| to create an artificial pupil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iris diaphragm",1,1,1 ], "an adjustable diaphragm that regulates the amount of light entering an optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iris diaphragm",1,1,1 ], "instrument, esp| a camera| It usually consists of a number of thin metal leaves arranged so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iris diaphragm",1,1,1 ], "that they open out into an approximately circular aperture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iris",1,1,1 ], "pupil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iris",1,1,1 ], "the coloured muscular diaphragm that surrounds and controls the size of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iris",1,1,2 ], "any plant of the iridaceous genus Iris, having brightly coloured flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iris",1,1,2 ], "composed of three petals and three drooping sepals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iris",1,1,3 ], "a rare or poetic word for rainbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iris",1,1,4 ], "something resembling a rainbow; iridescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the iris of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irk",1,1,1 ], "to irritate, vex, or annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irksome",1,1,1 ], "causing vexation, annoyance, or boredom; troublesome or tedious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron age",1,1,1 ], "the last and worst age in the history of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron glance",1,1,1 ], "another name for haematite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron grey",1,1,1,1 ], "a neutral or dark grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron grey",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron hand",1,1,1 ], "harsh or rigorous control; overbearing or autocratic force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron horse",1,1,1 ], "a steamdriven railway locomotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron horse",1,1,2 ], "a bicycle or tricycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron lung",1,1,1 ], "an airtight metal cylinder enclosing the entire body up to the neck and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron lung",1,1,1 ], "poliomyelitis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iron lung",1,1,1 ], "providing artificial respiration when the respiratory muscles are paralysed, as by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron maiden",1,1,1 ], "a medieval instrument of torture, consisting of an enclosed space lined with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron maiden",1,1,1 ], "iron spikes, into which the victim was locked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron man",1,1,1 ], "an event at a surf carnival in which contestants compete at swimming, surfing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron man",1,1,1 ], "running, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron out",1,1,1 ], "to smooth, using a heated iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron out",1,1,2 ], "or discussions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron out",1,1,2 ], "to put right or settle (a problem or difficulty) as a result of negotiations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron out",1,1,3 ], "to knock (a person) out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron pyrites",1,1,1 ], "another name for pyrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron rations",1,1,1 ], "emergency food supplies, esp| for military personnel in action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,1,1 ], "a malleable ductile silvery-white ferromagnetic metallic element occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,1,1 ], "principally in haematite and magnetite| It is widely used for structural and engineering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,1,1 ], "purposes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,2 ], "any of certain tools or implements made of iron or steel, esp| for use when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,2 ], "hot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,3 ], "an appliance for pressing fabrics using dry heat or steam, esp| a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,3 ], "electrically heated device with a handle and a weighted flat bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,4 ], "any of various golf clubs with metal heads, numbered from 2 to 10 according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,4 ], "the slant of the face, used esp| for approach shots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,5 ], "an informal word for harpoon (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,6 ], "a splint-like support for a malformed leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,7 ], "great hardness, strength, or resolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,1,8 ], "strike while the iron is hot| to act at an opportune moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,2,1 ], "very hard, immovable, or implacable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,2,2 ], "very strong; extremely robust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,2,3 ], "cruel or unyielding he ruled with an iron hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,3,1 ], "iron; press" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,3,1 ], "to smooth (clothes or fabric) by removing (creases or wrinkles) using a heated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,4,1 ], "to furnish or clothe with iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iron",1,5,1 ], "to place (a prisoner) in irons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironbark",1,1,1 ], "any of several Australian eucalyptus trees that have hard rough bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironbound",1,1,1 ], "bound with iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironbound",1,1,2 ], "unyielding; inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironbound",1,1,3 ], "(of a coast) rocky; rugged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironclad",1,1,1 ], "covered or protected with iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironclad",1,1,2 ], "inflexible; rigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironclad",1,1,3 ], "not able to be assailed or contradicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironclad",1,2,1 ], "a large wooden 19th-century warship with armoured plating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironic",1,1,1 ], "of, characterized by, or using irony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironing board",1,1,1 ], "a board, usually on legs, with a suitable covering on which to iron clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironing",1,1,1 ], "the act of ironing washed clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironing",1,1,2 ], "clothes, etc|, that are to be or that have been ironed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironize",1,1,1 ], "to use or indulge in irony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironize",1,2,1 ], "to make ironic or use ironically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironmaster",1,1,1 ], "a manufacturer of iron, esp| (formerly) the owner of an ironworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironmonger",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in metal utensils, hardware, locks, etc| U|S| equivalent: hardware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironmonger",1,1,1 ], "dealer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irons",1,1,1 ], "fetters or chains (often in the phrase in or into irons)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irons",1,1,2 ], "in irons| Nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irons",1,1,3 ], "(of a sailing vessel) headed directly into the wind without steerageway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irons",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irons",1,1,4 ], "have several irons in the fire| to be involved in many projects, activities," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironsides",1,1,1 ], "a person with great stamina or resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironsides",1,1,2 ], "an ironclad ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironsides",1,1,3 ], "(in the English Civil War)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironsides",1,1,3,1 ], "the cavalry regiment trained and commanded by Oliver Cromwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironsides",1,1,3,2 ], "Cromwell's entire army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironstone",1,1,1 ], "any rock consisting mainly of an iron-bearing ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironstone",1,1,2 ], "a tough durable earthenware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironware",1,1,1 ], "domestic articles made of iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various betulaceous trees, such as hornbeam, that have very hard wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironwood",1,1,2 ], "a Californian rosaceous tree, Lyonothamnus floribundus, with very hard wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironwood",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironwork",1,1,1 ], "work done in iron, esp| decorative work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironwork",1,1,2 ], "the craft or practice of working in iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironworker",1,1,1 ], "a person who works in an ironworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironworker",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes articles of iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ironworks",1,1,1 ], "a building in which iron is smelted, cast, or wrought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irony",1,1,1 ], "the humorous or mildly sarcastic use of words to imply the opposite of what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irony",1,1,1 ], "they normally mean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irony",1,1,2 ], "an instance of this, used to draw attention to some incongruity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irony",1,1,2 ], "irrationality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irony",1,1,3 ], "incongruity between what is expected to be and what actually is, or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irony",1,1,3 ], "situation or result showing such incongruity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irony",2,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or containing iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiance",1,1,1 ], "per square metre| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irradiance",1,1,1 ], "the radiant flux incident on unit area of a surface| It is measured in watts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiant",1,1,1 ], "radiating light; shining brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiate",1,1,1 ], "beams of particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irradiate",1,1,1 ], "to subject to or treat with light or other electromagnetic radiation or with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiate",1,2,1 ], "to make clear or bright intellectually or spiritually; illumine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiate",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for radiate (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiate",1,3,1 ], "to become radiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of irradiating or the state of being irradiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiation",1,1,2 ], "dark background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irradiation",1,1,2 ], "the apparent enlargement of a brightly lit object when it is viewed against a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiation",1,1,3 ], "a shaft of light; beam or ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiation",1,1,3,1 ], "the therapeutic or diagnostic use of radiation, esp| x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiation",1,1,3,2 ], "exposure of a patient to such radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irradiation",1,1,4 ], "another name for radiation or irradiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrational number",1,1,1 ], "any real number that cannot be expressed as the ratio of two integers, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrational number",1,1,1 ], "r" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 1],"inconsistent with reason or logic; illogical; absurd",1). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"Maths",1). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 2],"incapable of reasoning",1). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"an irrational",1). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 3],"(of an equation, etc|) containing one or more variables in irreducible radical",1). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 3],"form or raised to a fractional power: sqrt = x ,5 '/'3",2). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"of or relating to a metrical irregularity, usually the occurrence of a long",1). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"syllable instead of a short one",2). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"denoting a metrical foot where such an irregularity occurs",1). c_DEF([ "irrational" ,1, 1, 4],"(in Greek or Latin verse)",1). c_DEF([ "irrationality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being irrational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrationality",1,1,2 ], "irrational thought, action, or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreclaimable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be reclaimed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreconcilable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be reconciled; uncompromisingly conflicting; incompatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreconcilable",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is implacably hostile or uncompromisingly opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreconcilable",1,2,2 ], "into agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irreconcilable",1,2,2 ], "one of various principles, ideas, etc|, that are incapable of being brought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrecoverable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be recovered or regained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrecoverable",1,1,2 ], "not able to be remedied or rectified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrecusable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be rejected or challenged, as evidence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irredeemable",1,1,1 ], "(of bonds, debentures, shares, etc|) without a date of redemption of capital;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irredeemable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being bought back directly or paid off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irredeemable",1,1,2 ], "(of paper money) not convertible into specie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irredeemable",1,1,3 ], "(of a sinner, etc|) not able to be saved or reformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irredeemable",1,1,4 ], "(of a loss) not able to be recovered; irretrievable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irredeemable",1,1,5 ], "not able to be improved or rectified; irreparable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irredentist",1,1,1 ], "a person who favours the acquisition of territory that once was part of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irredentist",1,1,1 ], "country or is considered to have been" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irredentist",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or advocating irredentism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreducible",1,1,1 ], "not able to be reduced or lessened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreducible",1,1,2 ], "not able to be brought to a simpler or reduced form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreducible",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a polynomial)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreducible",1,1,3 ], "unable to be factorized into polynomials of lower degree, as (x#5%2 + 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreducible",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a radical) incapable of being reduced to a rational expression, as sqrt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreducible",1,1,3,2 ], "(x,#+,1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irrefragable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be denied or refuted; indisputable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrefrangible",1,1,1 ], "not to be broken or transgressed; inviolable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrefrangible",1,1,2 ], "incapable of being refracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrefutable",1,1,1 ], "impossible to deny or disprove; incontrovertible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,1 ], "lacking uniformity or symmetry; uneven in shape, position, arrangement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,2 ], "not occurring at expected or equal intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,3 ], "differing from the normal or accepted practice or routine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,4 ], "not according to established standards of behaviour; unconventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,5 ], "(of the formation, inflections, or derivations of a word) not following the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,5 ], "or -es" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,5 ], "usual pattern of formation in a language, as English plurals ending other than in -s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to guerrillas or volunteers not belonging to regular forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,7 ], "(of flowers) having any of their parts, esp| petals, differing in size, shape," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,7 ], "etc|; asymmetric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,8 ], "(of merchandise) not up to the manufacturer's standards or specifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,1,8 ], "flawed imperfect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,2,1 ], "a soldier not in a regular army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregular",1,2,2 ], "imperfect or flawed merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregularity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregularity",1,1,2 ], "something irregular, such as a bump in a smooth surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irregularity",1,1,3 ], "a breach of a convention or normal procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreg|",1,1,1 ], "irregular(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrelative",1,1,1 ], "unrelated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrelative",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for irrelevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrelevant",1,1,1 ], "not relating or pertinent to the matter at hand; not important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrelievable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be relieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreligion",1,1,1 ], "lack of religious faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreligion",1,1,2 ], "indifference or opposition to religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irremeable",1,1,1 ], "affording no possibility of return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irremediable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be remedied; incurable or irreparable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irremissible",1,1,1 ], "unpardonable; inexcusable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irremissible",1,1,2 ], "that must be done, as through duty or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irremovable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreparable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be repaired or remedied; beyond repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrepealable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be repealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreplaceable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be replaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrepleviable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be replevied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrepressible",1,1,1 ], "not capable of being repressed, controlled, or restrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreproachable",1,1,1 ], "not deserving reproach; blameless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresistible",1,1,1 ], "not able to be resisted or refused; overpowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresistible",1,1,2 ], "very fascinating or alluring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresoluble",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for insoluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresoluble",1,1,2 ], "not capable of being relieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresolute",1,1,1 ], "lacking resolution; wavering; hesitating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresolvable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be resolved into parts or elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresolvable",1,1,2 ], "not able to be solved; insoluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrespective",1,1,1 ], "irrespective of| without taking account of; regardless of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrespective",1,2,1 ], "regardless; without due consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrespirable",1,1,1 ], "not fit for breathing or incapable of being breathed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresponsible",1,1,1 ], "attitudes; reckless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irresponsible",1,1,1 ], "not showing or done with due care for the consequences of one's actions or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresponsible",1,1,2 ], "not capable of bearing responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresponsible",1,1,3 ], "not answerable to a higher authority for one's actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irresponsive",1,1,1 ], "not responsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irretentive",1,1,1 ], "not retentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irretrievable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be retrieved, recovered, or repaired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreverence",1,1,1 ], "lack of due respect or veneration; disrespect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreverence",1,1,2 ], "a disrespectful remark or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreverence",1,1,3 ], "disrepute; lack of reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreversible",1,1,1 ], "not able to be reversed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreversible",1,1,2 ], "not able to be revoked or repealed; irrevocable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreversible",1,1,3 ], "capable of changing or producing a change in one direction only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreversible",1,1,4 ], "(of a change, process, etc|) occurring through a number of intermediate states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irreversible",1,1,4 ], "that are not all in thermodynamic equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irrevocable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be revoked, changed, or undone; unalterable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrigate",1,1,1 ], "to promote the growth of food crops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irrigate",1,1,1 ], "to supply (land) with water by means of artificial canals, ditches, etc|, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrigate",1,1,2 ], "to bathe or wash out a bodily part, cavity, or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrigate",1,2,1 ], "to make fertile, fresh, or vital by or as if by watering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irriguous",1,1,1 ], "well-watered; watery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritable",1,1,1 ], "quickly irritated; easily annoyed; peevish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritable",1,1,2 ], "(of all living organisms) capable of responding to such stimuli as heat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritable",1,1,2 ], "light, and touch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irritable",1,1,3 ], "abnormally sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritant",1,1,1 ], "causing irritation; irritating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritant",1,2,1 ], "something irritant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritate",1,1,1 ], "to annoy or anger (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritate",1,2,1 ], "to stimulate (an organism or part) to respond in a characteristic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritate",1,3,1 ], "in inflammation, tenderness, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "irritate",1,3,1 ], "to cause (a bodily organ or part) to become excessively stimulated, resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritation",1,1,1 ], "something that irritates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irritation",1,1,2 ], "the act of irritating or the condition of being irritated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrupt",1,1,1 ], "to enter forcibly or suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irrupt",1,1,2 ], "(of a human or animal population) to increase suddenly in numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irruptive",1,1,1 ], "irrupting or tending to irrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irruptive",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or causing irruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "irruptive",1,1,3 ], "(of igneous rocks) intrusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "is",1,1,1 ], "(indicative mood) of be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "is",1,1,1 ], "(used with he, she, it, and with singular nouns) a form of the present tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "is-",1,1,1 ], "variant of iso- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isagoge",1,1,1 ], "an academic introduction to a specialized subject field or area of research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isagogics",1,1,1 ], "introductory studies, esp| in the history of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isallobar",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map running through places experiencing equal pressure changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isatin",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-red crystalline compound soluble in hot water, used for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isatin",1,1,1 ], "preparation of vat dyes| Formula: C8H5NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ischaemia",1,1,1 ], "an inadequate supply of blood to an organ or part, as from an obstructed blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ischaemia",1,1,1 ], "flow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ischium",1,1,1 ], "one of the three sections of the hipbone, situated below the ilium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isentropic",1,1,1 ], "having or taking place at constant entropy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isinglass",1,1,1 ], "a gelatine made from the air bladders of freshwater fish, used as a clarifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isinglass",1,1,1 ], "agent and adhesive and for preserving eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isinglass",1,1,2 ], "another name for mica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island of Reil",1,1,1 ], "another name for insula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island universe",1,1,1 ], "a former name for galaxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,1,1 ], "a mass of land that is surrounded by water and is smaller than a continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,1,3 ], "a part, structure, or group of cells distinct in constitution from its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,1,3 ], "immediate surroundings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,2,1 ], "Rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,2,2 ], "to cause to become an island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,2,3 ], "to intersperse with islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "island",1,2,4 ], "to place on an island; insulate; isolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "islander",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of an island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isle",1,1,1 ], "and part of place name| an island, esp| a small one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "islet",1,1,1 ], "a small island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "islets of Langerhans",1,1,1 ], "insulin and glucagon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "islets of Langerhans",1,1,1 ], "small groups of endocrine cells in the pancreas that secrete the hormones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ism",1,1,1 ], "an unspecified doctrine, system, or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iso-",1,1,1 ], "equal or identical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iso-",1,1,2 ], "indicating that a chemical compound is an isomer of a specified compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoagglutination",1,1,1 ], "another organism of the same species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoagglutination",1,1,1 ], "the agglutination of red blood cells of an organism by the blood serum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoagglutinin",1,1,1 ], "an antibody that causes agglutination of red blood cells in animals of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoagglutinin",1,1,1 ], "same species from which it was derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoamyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile compound used as a solvent for cellulose lacquers and as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoamyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "a flavouring| Formula: (CH\3)2CHCH2CH2OOCCH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoantigen",1,1,1 ], "an antigen that stimulates antibody production in different members of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoantigen",1,1,1 ], "same species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isobar",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map connecting places of equal atmospheric pressure, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isobar",1,1,1 ], "reduced to sea level for purposes of comparison, at a given time or period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isobar",1,1,2 ], "any of two or more atoms that have the same mass number but different atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isobar",1,1,2 ], "numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isobaric",1,1,1 ], "having equal atmospheric pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isobaric",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to isobars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isobath",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map connecting points of equal underwater depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isocheim",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map connecting places with the same mean winter temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochor",1,1,1 ], "a line on a graph showing the variation of the temperature of a fluid with its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochor",1,1,1 ], "pressure, when the volume is kept constant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isochromatic",1,1,1,1 ], "having the same colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochromatic",1,1,1,2 ], "of uniform colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochromatic",1,1,2 ], "(of an early type of emulsion) sensitive to green light in addition to blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochromatic",1,1,2 ], "light but not to red light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isochronal",1,1,1 ], "having the same duration; equal in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochronal",1,1,2 ], "occurring at equal time intervals; having a uniform period of vibration or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochronal",1,1,2 ], "oscillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isochronize",1,1,1 ], "to make isochronal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isochroous",1,1,1 ], "of uniform colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoclinal",1,1,1 ], "sloping in the same direction and at the same angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoclinal",1,1,2 ], "(of folds) having limbs that are parallel to each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoclinal",1,2,1 ], "an imaginary line connecting points on the earth's surface having equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoclinal",1,2,1 ], "angles of dip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isocline",1,1,1 ], "a series of rock strata with isoclinal folds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isocline",1,1,2 ], "another name for isoclinal ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isocracy",1,1,1 ], "a form of government in which all people have equal powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isocracy",1,1,2 ], "equality of political power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isocyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical acid known only in the form of its compounds| Formula: HNCO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isocyanide",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of isocyanic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isodiametric",1,1,1 ], "having diameters of the same length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isodiametric",1,1,2 ], "(of a crystal) having three equal axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isodiametric",1,1,3 ], "(of a cell or similar body) having a similar diameter in all planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isodiaphere",1,1,1 ], "neutrons and the number of protons is the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isodiaphere",1,1,1 ], "one of two or more nuclides in which the difference between the number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isodimorphism",1,1,1 ], "a property of a dimorphous substance such that it is isomorphous with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isodimorphism",1,1,1 ], "dimorphous substance in both its forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isodynamic",1,1,1 ], "having equal force or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isodynamic",1,1,2 ], "of equal horizontal magnetic intensity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isodynamic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an imaginary line on the earth's surface connecting points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoelectric point",1,1,1 ], "electrically neutral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoelectric point",1,1,1 ], "the pH of a substance, such as an amino acid or protein, at which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoelectric",1,1,1 ], "having the same electric potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoelectronic",1,1,1 ], "(of atoms, radicals, or ions) having an equal number of electrons or a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoelectronic",1,1,1 ], "configuration of electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isogamete",1,1,1 ], "a gamete that is similar in size and form to the one with which it unites in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogamete",1,1,1 ], "fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isogamy",1,1,1 ], "(in some algae and fungi) sexual fusion of gametes of similar size and form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogenous",1,1,1 ], "genetically uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogenous",1,1,1 ], "of similar origin, as parts derived from the same embryonic tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogeotherm",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary line below the surface of the earth connecting points of equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogeotherm",1,1,1 ], "temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isogloss",1,1,1 ], "a line drawn on a map around the area in which a linguistic feature is to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogloss",1,1,1 ], "found, such as a particular pronunciation of a given word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isogon",1,1,1 ], "an equiangular polygon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogonic",1,1,1 ], "having, making, or involving equal angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogonic",1,1,2 ], "an imaginary line connecting points on the earth's surface having equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isogonic",1,1,2 ], "magnetic declination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isogram",1,1,1 ], "another name for isopleth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isohel",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map connecting places with an equal period of sunshine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isohyet",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map connecting places having equal rainfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,1 ], "to place apart; cause to be alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,2 ], "or suspected of having a contagious desease",2). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,2 ], "to quarantine (a person or animal) having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,3 ], "to obtain (a compound) in an uncombined form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,4 ], "disease)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,4 ], "to obtain pure cultures of (bacteria, esp| those causing a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,5 ], "to prevent interaction between (circuits, components, etc|); insulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolate",1,1,6 ], "an isolated person or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolating",1,1,1 ], "another word for analytic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,1 ], "the act of isolating or the condition of being isolated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,2 ], "(of a country, party, etc|) nonparticipation in or withdrawal from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,2 ], "international politics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,2,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,2,1 ], "social separation of a person who has or is suspected of having a contagious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,3 ], "a lack of contact between persons, groups, or whole societies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,4 ], "communication where interaction with others persists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,4 ], "the failure of an individual to maintain contact with others or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolation",1,1,5 ], "in isolation| without regard to context, similar matters, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolationism",1,1,1 ], "a policy of nonparticipation in or withdrawal from international affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolationism",1,1,2 ], "an attitude favouring such a policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolative",1,1,1 ], "(of a sound change) occurring in all linguistic environments, as the change of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolative",1,1,1 ], "Middle English /i/ to Modern English /aI/, as in time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isolative",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or concerned with isolation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolecithal",1,1,1 ], "(of the ova of mammals and certain other vertebrates) having an evenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolecithal",1,1,1 ], "distributed yolk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoleucine",1,1,1 ], "C2H5CH(CH\3)CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoleucine",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid that occurs in proteins and is essential to man| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolex",1,1,1 ], "an isogloss marking off the area in which a particular item of vocabulary is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isolex",1,1,1 ], "found" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoline",1,1,1 ], "another term for isopleth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isologous",1,1,1 ], "(of two or more organic compounds) having a similar structure but containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isologous",1,1,1 ], "different atoms of the same valency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isomagnetic",1,1,1 ], "having equal magnetic induction or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomagnetic",1,2,1 ], "an imaginary line connecting points on the earth's surface having equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomagnetic",1,2,1 ], "magnetic intensity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isomer",1,1,1 ], "a compound that exhibits isomerism with one or more other compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomer",1,1,2 ], "a nuclide that exhibits isomerism with one or more other nuclides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomerism",1,1,1 ], "different arrangement of atoms within the molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isomerism",1,1,1 ], "the existence of two or more compounds having the same molecular formula but a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomerism",1,1,2 ], "numbers but different energy states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isomerism",1,1,2 ], "the existence of two or more nuclides having the same atomic numbers and mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomerize",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change from one isomer to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomerous",1,1,1 ], "having an equal number of parts or markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomerous",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) having floral whorls with the same number of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,1 ], "having equal dimensions or measurements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,2 ], "muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to muscular contraction that does not produce shortening of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,3 ], "(of a crystal or system of crystallization) having three mutually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,3 ], "perpendicular equal axes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,4 ], "another word for cubic ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,5 ], "having or made up of regular feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,6 ], "(of a method of projecting a drawing in three dimensions) having the three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,1,6 ], "axes equally inclined and all lines drawn to scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,2,1 ], "a drawing made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,2,2 ], "a line on a graph showing variations of pressure with temperature at constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometric",1,2,2 ], "volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isometrics",1,1,1 ], "physical exercise involving isometric contraction of muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometropia",1,1,1 ], "equal refraction of the two eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometry",1,1,1 ], "before and after this motion is unaltered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isometry",1,1,1 ], "rigid motion of a plane or space such that the distance between any two points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isometry",1,1,2 ], "equality of height above sea level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomorph",1,1,1 ], "a substance or organism that exhibits isomorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomorphism",1,1,1 ], "similarity of form, as in different generations of the same life cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomorphism",1,1,2 ], "crystalline form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isomorphism",1,1,2 ], "the existence of two of more substances of different composition in a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomorphism",1,1,3 ], "a one-to-one correspondence between the elements of two or more sets, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isomorphism",1,1,3 ], "of one of these sets and those of the equivalent elements of the other set or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "isomorphism",1,1,3 ], "sets" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "isomorphism",1,1,3 ], "those of Arabic and Roman numerals, and between the sums or products of the elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoniazid",1,1,1 ], "C6H7N3O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isoniazid",1,1,1 ], "a soluble colourless crystalline compound used to treat tuberculosis| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isonomy",1,1,1 ], "the equality before the law of the citizens of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isonomy",1,1,2 ], "the equality of civil or political rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isooctane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid alkane hydrocarbon produced from petroleum and used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isooctane",1,1,1 ], "standardizing petrol| Formula: (CH\3)3CCH2CH(CH\3)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isophone",1,1,1 ], "an isogloss marking off an area in which a particular feature of pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isophone",1,1,1 ], "is found" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isopiestic",1,1,1 ], "another word for isobaric ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isopleth",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map connecting places registering the same amount or ratio of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isopleth",1,1,1 ], "geographical or meteorological phenomenon or phenomena" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isopod",1,1,1 ], "any crustacean of the order Isopoda, including woodlice and pill bugs, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isopod",1,1,1 ], "which the body is flattened dorsoventrally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isopod",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Isopoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoprene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile liquid with a penetrating odour: used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoprene",1,1,1 ], "synthetic rubbers| Formula: CH2CHC(CH\3)CH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isopropyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the group of atoms (CH\3)2CH-," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isopropyl",1,1,1 ], "derived from propane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isorhythmic",1,1,1 ], "(of medieval motets) having a cantus firmus that is repeated according to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isorhythmic",1,1,1 ], "strict system of internal reiterated note values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isosceles",1,1,1 ], "(of a triangle) having two sides of equal length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isosceles",1,1,2 ], "(of a trapezium) having the two nonparallel sides of equal length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoseismal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to equal intensity of earthquake shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoseismal",1,2,1 ], "a line on a map connecting points at which earthquake shocks are of equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isoseismal",1,2,1 ], "intensity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isosmotic",1,1,1 ], "another word for isotonic ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isospondylous",1,1,1 ], "of soft-finned teleost fishes that includes the herring, salmon, trout, and pike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isospondylous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Isospondyli (or Clupeiformes), an order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isostasy",1,1,1 ], "heavier mass" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "isostasy",1,1,1 ], "mass becomes lighter, as by erosion, it rises causing compensating subsidence of a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "isostasy",1,1,1 ], "surface, which are assumed to float on a denser underlying material so that when one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isostasy",1,1,1 ], "the theoretical state of balance between different landmasses on the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isosteric",1,1,1 ], "(of two different molecules) having the same number of atoms and the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isosteric",1,1,1 ], "number and configuration of valency electrons, as carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isotactic",1,1,1 ], "(of a stereospecific polymer) having identical steric configurations of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotactic",1,1,1 ], "groups on each asymmetric carbon atom on the chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isothere",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map linking places with the same mean summer temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotherm",1,1,1 ], "a line on a map linking places of equal temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotherm",1,1,2 ], "a curve on a graph that connects points of equal temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isothermal",1,1,1 ], "(of a process or change) taking place at constant temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isothermal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an isotherm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isothermal",1,2,1 ], "another word for isotherm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotone",1,1,1 ], "number of neutrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isotone",1,1,1 ], "one of two or more atoms of different atomic number that contain the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotonic",1,1,1 ], "(of two or more muscles) having equal tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotonic",1,1,2 ], "having the same osmotic pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotonic",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by the equal intervals of the well-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotonic",1,1,4 ], "scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isotope",1,1,1 ], "numbers of neutrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isotope",1,1,1 ], "one of two or more atoms with the same atomic number that contain different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotron",1,1,1 ], "a device for separating small quantities of isotopes by ionizing them and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotron",1,1,1 ], "separating the ions by an electric field, as in a mass spectrometer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "isotropic",1,1,1 ], "having uniform physical properties in all directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isotropic",1,1,2 ], "not having predetermined axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "issuable",1,1,1 ], "capable of issuing or being issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "issuable",1,1,2 ], "open to debate or litigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "issuable",1,1,3 ], "authorized to be issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "issuance",1,1,1 ], "the act of issuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "issuant",1,1,1 ], "emerging or issuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "istana",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a royal palace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isthmian",1,1,1 ], "relating to or situated in an isthmus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isthmus",1,1,1 ], "a narrow strip of land connecting two relatively large land areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isthmus",1,1,1,1 ], "a narrow band of tissue connecting two larger parts of a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "isthmus",1,1,1,2 ], "a narrow passage connecting two cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "istle",1,1,1 ], "a fibre obtained from various tropical American agave and yucca trees used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "istle",1,1,1 ], "making carpets, cord, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,1 ], "refers to a nonhuman, animal, plant, or inanimate thing, or sometimes to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,1 ], "small baby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,2 ], "clause, phrase, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,2 ], "refers to an unspecified or implied antecedent or to a previous or understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,3 ], "the present situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,3 ], "used to represent human life or experience either in totality or in respect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,4 ], "or word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,4 ], "used as a formal subject (or object), referring to a following clause, phrase," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,5 ], "When it functions absolutely in such sentences, not referring to any previous or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,5 ], "following clause or phrase, the context is nearly always a description of the environment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,5 ], "or of some physical sensation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,5 ], "used in the nominative as the formal grammatical subject of impersonal verbs|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,6 ], "(used as complement with be)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,1,7 ], "the crucial or ultimate point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,2,1 ], "(in children''s games) the player whose turn it is to try to touch another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,2,1,1 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it",1,2,1,2 ], "sex appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "it'll" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of it will or",1). c_DEF([ "it'll" ,1, 1, 2],"t shal",1). c_DEF([ "it's",1,1,1 ], "contraction of it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itacolumite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained micaceous sandstone that occurs in thin flexible slabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itaconic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white colourless crystalline carboxylic acid obtained by the fermentation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itaconic acid",1,1,1 ], "carbohydrates and used in the manufacture of synthetic resins| Formula: CH2C(COOH)CH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "italic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a style of handwriting with the letters slanting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "italic",1,1,1 ], "to the right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "italic",1,1,2 ], "a foreign word, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "italic",1,1,2 ], "a style of printing type modelled on this, chiefly used to indicate emphasis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "italic",1,2,1 ], "italic type or print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "italicize",1,1,1 ], "to print (textual matter) in italic type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "italicize",1,2,1 ], "to underline (letters, words, etc|) with a single line to indicate italics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ital|",1,1,1 ], "italic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch mite",1,1,1 ], "Sarcoptes scabei, which causes scabies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "itch mite",1,1,1 ], "any mite of the family Sarcoptidae, all of which are skin parasites, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch",1,1,1 ], "an irritation or tickling sensation of the skin causing a desire to scratch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch",1,1,2 ], "a restless desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch",1,1,3 ], "any skin disorder, such as scabies, characterized by intense itching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch",1,2,1 ], "to feel or produce an irritating or tickling sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch",1,3,1 ], "to have a restless desire (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch",1,3,2 ], "itching palm| a grasping nature; avarice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itch",1,3,3 ], "to scratch (the skin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "item veto",1,1,1 ], "entire measure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "item veto",1,1,1 ], "the power of a state governor to veto items in bills without vetoing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "item",1,1,1 ], "a thing or unit, esp| included in a list or collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "item",1,1,2 ], "an entry in an account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "item",1,1,3 ], "a piece of information, detail, or note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "item",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for itemize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "item",1,4,1 ], "likewise; also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itemize",1,1,1 ], "to put on a list or make a list of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iterate",1,1,1 ], "to say or do again repeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "iterative",1,1,1 ], "repetitious or frequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ithyphallic",1,1,1 ], "(in classical verse) of or relating to the usual metre in hymns to Bacchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ithyphallic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the phallus carried in the ancient festivals of Bacchus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ithyphallic",1,1,3 ], "(of sculpture and graphic art) having or showing an erect penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ithyphallic",1,2,1 ], "a poem in ithyphallic metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerancy",1,1,1 ], "the act of itinerating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerancy",1,1,2 ], "the system of appointing a minister to a circuit of churches or chapels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerancy",1,1,3 ], "itinerants collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerant",1,1,1 ], "itinerating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerant",1,1,2 ], "working for a short time in various places, esp| as a casual labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerant",1,2,1 ], "an itinerant worker or other person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerary",1,1,1 ], "a plan or line of travel; route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerary",1,1,2 ], "a record of a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerary",1,1,3 ], "a guidebook for travellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to travel or routes of travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerary",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for itinerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itinerate",1,1,1 ], "to travel from place to place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "its",1,1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated in some way with it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "its",1,1,1,2 ], "its is over there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itself",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itself",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier): even the money itself won't convince me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "itself",1,1,2 ], "its normal or usual self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivied",1,1,1 ], "covered with ivy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivories",1,1,1 ], "the keys of a piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivories",1,1,2 ], "another word for teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivories",1,1,3 ], "another word for dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory black",1,1,1 ], "a black pigment obtained by grinding charred scraps of ivory in oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory gull",1,1,1 ], "a white gull, Pagophila (or Larus)eburneus, mostly confined to arctic regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory nut",1,1,1 ], "make buttons, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ivory nut",1,1,1 ], "the seed of the ivory palm, which contains an ivory-like substance used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory nut",1,1,2 ], "any similar seed from other palms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory palm",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing South American palm tree, Phytelephas macrocarpa, that yields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory palm",1,1,1 ], "the ivory nut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ivory tower",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ivory tower",1,1,1 ], "seclusion or remoteness of attitude regarding real problems, everyday life," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard smooth creamy white variety of dentine that makes up a major part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,1,1 ], "the tusks of elephants, walruses, and similar animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,2 ], "a tusk made of ivory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,2,1 ], "a yellowish-white colour; cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,3 ], "a substance resembling elephant tusk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,4 ], "an ornament, etc|, made of ivory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivory",1,1,5 ], "black ivory| Obsolete| Negro slaves collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivy League" ,1, 1, 1],"Harvard, Princeton, Pennsylvania, and Yale) that have similar academic and social",2). c_DEF([ "ivy League" ,1, 1, 1],"a group of eight universities (Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth College,",1). c_DEF([ "ivy League" ,1, 1, 1],"prestige in the U|S| to Oxford and Cambridge in Britain",3). c_DEF([ "ivy League" ,1, 1, 2],"as modifier: an Ivy-League education",1). c_DEF([ "ivy",1,1,1 ], "Hedera, esp| H| helix, having lobed evergreen leaves and black berry-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ivy",1,1,1 ], "any woody climbing or trailing araliaceous plant of the Old World genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivy",1,1,2 ], "any of various other climbing or creeping plants, such as Boston ivy, poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ivy",1,1,2 ], "ivy, and ground ivy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "iwis",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ixia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the iridaceous genus Ixia, of southern Africa, having showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ixia",1,1,1 ], "ornamental funnel-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ixtle",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of istle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "izard",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Pyrenees) another name for chamois" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "izzard",1,1,1 ], "the letter Z" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|",1,1,1 ], "intransitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|",1,1,2 ], "incisor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|",1,1,3 ], "interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|e|",1,1,1 ], "id est" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|q|",1,1,1 ], "idem quod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|t|a|",1,1,1 ], "initial teaching alphabet, a partly phonetic alphabet used to teach reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|v|",1,1,1 ], "initial velocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "i|v|",1,1,2 ], "intravenous(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "j" ,1, 1, 2],"the tenth letter and seventh consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "j" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually a voiced",1). c_DEF([ "j" ,1, 1, 3],"palato-alveolar affricate, as in jam",2). c_DEF([ "j",1,1,1 ], "current density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "j",1,1,2 ], "the unit vector along the y-axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "j",1,1,3 ], "the imaginary number sqrt -1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "j'adoube",1,1,1 ], "an expression of an intention to touch a piece in order to adjust its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "j'adoube",1,1,1 ], "placement rather than to make a move" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "j'ouvert",1,1,1 ], "the eve of Mardi gras; the Monday morning on which the festivities begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaap",1,1,1 ], "a simpleton or country bumpkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jab",1,1,1 ], "to poke or thrust sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jab",1,1,2 ], "to strike with a quick short blow or blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jab",1,2,1 ], "a sharp poke or stab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jab",1,2,2 ], "a quick short blow, esp| (in boxing) a straight punch with the leading hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jab",1,2,3 ], "an injection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabber",1,1,1 ], "to speak or say rapidly, incoherently, and without making sense; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabber",1,2,1 ], "such talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabberwocky",1,1,1 ], "nonsense verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabiru",1,1,1 ], "a large white tropical American stork, Jabiru mycteria, with a dark naked head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabiru",1,1,1 ], "and a dark bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jabiru",1,1,2 ], "a large Australian stork, Xenorhyncus asiaticus, having a white plumage, dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabiru",1,1,2 ], "green back and tail, and red legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jabiru",1,1,3 ], "another name for saddlebill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabiru",1,1,4 ], "another name for wood ibis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaborandi",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical American rutaceous shrubs of the genus Pilocarpus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaborandi",1,1,1 ], "esp| P| jaborandi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jaborandi",1,1,2 ], "the dried leaves of any of these plants, used to induce sweating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabot",1,1,1 ], "a frill or ruffle on the breast or throat of a garment, originally to hide the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jabot",1,1,1 ], "closure of a shirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacamar",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the tropical American family Galbulidae, having an iridescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacamar",1,1,1 ], "plumage and feeding on insects: order Piciformes (woodpeckers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacana",1,1,1 ], "Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jacana",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the family Jacanidae, of tropical and subtropical marshy regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacana",1,1,1 ], "having long legs and very long toes that enable walking on floating plants: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacaranda",1,1,1 ], "any bignoniaceous tree of the tropical American genus Jacaranda, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacaranda",1,1,1 ], "fernlike leaves and pale purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacaranda",1,1,2 ], "the fragrant ornamental wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacaranda",1,1,3 ], "any of several related or similar trees or their wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacinth",1,1,1 ], "another name for hyacinth ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack bean",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American leguminous plant, Canavalia ensiformis, that has clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack bean",1,1,1 ], "of purple flowers and long pods and is grown in the southern U|S| for forage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack in",1,1,1 ], "to abandon or leave (an attempt or enterprise)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack ladder",1,1,1 ], "another name for Jacob's ladder ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack of all trades",1,1,1 ], "a person who undertakes many different kinds of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack pine",1,1,1 ], "Pinaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jack pine",1,1,1 ], "a coniferous tree, Pinus banksiana, of North America, having paired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack pine",1,1,1 ], "needle-like leaves and small cones that remain on the branches for many years: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack plane",1,1,1 ], "a carpenter's plane, usually with a wooden body, used for rough planing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack plane",1,1,1 ], "timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack rabbit",1,1,1 ], "any of various W North American hares, such as Lepus townsendi , having long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack rabbit",1,1,1 ], "hind legs and large ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack rafter",1,1,1 ], "a short rafter used in a hip roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack up",1,1,1 ], "to increase (prices, salaries, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack up",1,2,1 ], "to raise an object, such as a car, with or as with a jack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack up",1,3,1 ], "to refuse to comply; rebel, esp| collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,1 ], "a man or fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,10 ], "either of a pair of crosstrees at the head of a topgallant mast used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,10 ], "standoffs for the royal shrouds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,11 ], "a part of the action of a harpsichord, consisting of a fork-shaped device on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,11 ], "the end of a pivoted lever on which a plectrum is mounted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,12 ], "any of various tropical and subtropical carangid fishes, esp| those of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,12 ], "genus Caranx, such as C| hippos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,13 ], "one of the pieces used in the game of jacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,14 ], "short for applejack, bootjack, jackass, jack rabbit, and lumberjack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,15 ], "a slang word for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,16 ], "every man jack| everyone without exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,2 ], "a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,3 ], "the male of certain animals, esp| of the ass or donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,4 ], "a mechanical or hydraulic device for exerting a large force, esp| to raise a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,4 ], "heavy weight such as a motor vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,5 ], "any of several mechanical devices that replace manpower, such as a contrivance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,5 ], "for rotating meat on a spit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,6 ], "a young prince; knave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,6 ], "one of four playing cards in a pack, one for each suit, bearing the picture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,7 ], "a small usually white bowl at which the players aim with their own bowls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,8 ], "a socket for receiving a plug (jack plug)|A break jack breaks the normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,8 ], "circuit when a jack plug is inserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,9 ], "a flag, esp| a small flag flown at the bow of a ship indicating the ship's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,1,9 ], "nationality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,2,1 ], "tired or fed up (esp| in the phrase to be jack of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,3,1 ], "to lift or push (an object) with a jack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,4,1 ], "Also: jacklight| U|S| to hunt (fish or game) by seeking them out or dazzling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",1,4,1 ], "them with a flashlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",2,1,1 ], "short for jackfruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",3,1,1 ], "a short sleeveless coat of armour of the Middle Ages, consisting usually of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack",3,1,1 ], "canvas base with metal plates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack",3,1,2 ], "a drinking vessel, often of leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack-by-the-hedge",1,1,1 ], "another name for garlic mustard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack-in-office",1,1,1 ], "a self-important petty official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack-in-the-box",1,1,1 ], "a toy consisting of a figure on a tight spring in a box, which springs out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack-in-the-box",1,1,1 ], "when the lid is opened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack-in-the-pulpit",1,1,1 ], "an E North American aroid plant, Arisaema triphyllum, having a leaflike spathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack-in-the-pulpit",1,1,1 ], "partly arched over a clublike spadix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack-in-the-pulpit",1,1,2 ], "another name for cuckoopint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack-o'-lantern",1,1,1 ], "a human face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jack-o'-lantern",1,1,1 ], "a lantern made from a hollowed pumpkin, which has holes cut in it to represent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jack-o'-lantern",1,1,2 ], "a will-o'-the-wisp or similar phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackal",1,1,1 ], "any of several African or S Asian canine mammals of the genus Canis, closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackal",1,1,1 ], "carrion-eaters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jackal",1,1,1 ], "related to the dog, having long legs and pointed ears and muzzle: predators and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackal",1,1,2 ], "a person who does menial tasks for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackal",1,1,3 ], "a villain, esp| a swindler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackanapes",1,1,1 ], "a conceited impertinent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackanapes",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackanapes",1,1,3 ], "a monkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackass",1,1,1 ], "a male donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackass",1,1,2 ], "a stupid person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackass",1,1,3 ], "laughing jackass| another name for kookaburra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackboot",1,1,1 ], "an all-leather military boot, extending up to or above the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackboot",1,1,2 ], "arbitrary, cruel, and authoritarian rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackdaw",1,1,1 ], "a large common Eurasian passerine bird, Corvus monedula, in which the plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackdaw",1,1,1 ], "is black and dark grey: noted for its thieving habits: family Corvidae (crows)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackeroo",1,1,1 ], "a young male management trainee on a sheep or cattle station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,1 ], "a short coat, esp| one that is hip-length and has a front opening and sleeves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,2 ], "of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,2 ], "something that resembles this or is designed to be worn around the upper part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,3 ], "any exterior covering or casing, such as the insulating cover of a boiler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,4 ], "the coolant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,4 ], "the part of the cylinder block of an internal-combustion engine that encloses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,4,1 ], "the skin of a baked potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,5 ], "a toughened metal casing used in certain types of ammunition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,6 ], "a cover to protect gramophone records| Brit| name: sleeve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,1,7 ], "a folder or envelope to hold documents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacket",1,2,1 ], "to put a jacket on (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackfish",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for pike (the fish), esp| when small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackfruit",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian moraceous tree, Artocarpus heterophyllus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackfruit",1,1,2 ], "27 kilograms (60 pounds)|Sometimes shortened to jack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackfruit",1,1,2 ], "the edible fruit of this tree, which resembles breadfruit and can weigh up to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackhammer",1,1,1 ], "a hand-held hammer drill, driven by compressed air, for drilling rocks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackknife",1,1,1 ], "a knife with the blade pivoted to fold into a recess in the handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackknife",1,1,2 ], "a type of dive in which the diver bends at the waist in midair, with his legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackknife",1,1,2 ], "straight and his hands touching his feet, finally straightening out and entering the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackknife",1,1,2 ], "water headfirst" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jackknife",1,2,1 ], "(of an articulated lorry) to go out of control in such a way that the trailer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackknife",1,2,1 ], "swings round at an angle to the tractor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackknife",1,2,2 ], "to make a jackknife dive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackpot",1,1,1 ], "any large prize, kitty, or accumulated stake that may be won in gambling, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackpot",1,1,1 ], "as a pool in poker that accumulates until the betting is opened with a pair of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackpot",1,1,1 ], "jacks or higher" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jackpot",1,1,2 ], "hit the jackpot| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackpot",1,1,2,1 ], "to win a jackpot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackpot",1,1,2,2 ], "to achieve great success, esp| through luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacks",1,1,1 ], "a game in which bone or metal pieces (jackstones) are thrown and then picked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacks",1,1,1 ], "knucklebones" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jacks",1,1,1 ], "up in various groups between bounces or throws of a small ball| Sometimes called:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackscrew",1,1,1 ], "another name for screw jack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackshaft",1,1,1 ], "a short length of shafting that transmits power from an engine or motor to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackshaft",1,1,1 ], "machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacksmelt",1,1,1 ], "a marine teleost food fish, Atherinopsis californiensis, of American coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacksmelt",1,1,1 ], "waters of the North Pacific: family Atherinidae (silversides)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jacksnipe",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian short-billed snipe, Lymnocryptes minima" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacksnipe",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar birds, such as the pectoral sandpiper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackstay",1,1,1 ], "a metal rod, wire rope, or wooden batten to which an edge of a sail is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackstay",1,1,1 ], "fastened along a yard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jackstay",1,1,2 ], "a support for the parrel of a yard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jackstraws",1,1,1 ], "another name for spillikins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jacobus",1,1,1 ], "an English gold coin minted in the reign of James I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaconet",1,1,1 ], "a light cotton fabric used for clothing, bandages, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jactation",1,1,1 ], "the act of boasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jactation",1,1,2 ], "another word for jactitation ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jactitation",1,1,1 ], "the act of boasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jactitation",1,1,2 ], "a false boast or claim that tends to harm another person, esp| a false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jactitation",1,1,2 ], "assertion that one is married to another, formerly actionable at law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jactitation",1,1,3 ], "disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jactitation",1,1,3 ], "restless tossing in bed, characteristic of severe fevers and certain mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade green",1,2,1,1 ], "a colour varying from yellowish-green to bluish-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade green",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade",1,1,1,1 ], "a semiprecious stone consisting of either jadeite or nephrite| It varies in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade",1,1,1,1 ], "colour from white to green and is used for making ornaments and jewellery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jade",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade",1,1,2 ], "the green colour of jade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade",2,1,1 ], "an old overworked horse; nag; hack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade",2,1,2 ], "a woman considered to be ill-tempered or disreputable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jade",2,2,1 ], "to exhaust or make exhausted from work or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaded",1,1,1 ], "exhausted or dissipated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaded",1,1,2 ], "satiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jadeite",1,1,1 ], "a hard green pyroxene mineral, a variety of jade, consisting of sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jadeite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form| Formula: NaAlSi2O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jaeger",1,1,1 ], "a marksman in certain units of the German or Austrian armies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaeger",1,1,2 ], "any of several skuas of the genus Stercorarius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaeger",1,1,3 ], "a hunter or hunter's attendant|Also (for senses 1, 3): jager or jager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jag",1,1,1 ], "to cut unevenly; make jagged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jag",1,3,1 ], "an informal word for jab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jag",1,4,1 ], "a jagged notch or projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jag",2,1,1,1 ], "intoxication from drugs or alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jag",2,1,1,2 ], "a bout of drinking or drug taking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jag",2,1,2 ], "a small load, as of hay, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaga",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaga",1,2,1 ], "a guard; sentry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaga",1,3,1 ], "to guard or watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jagged",1,1,1 ], "having sharp projecting notches; ragged; serrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaggery",1,1,1 ], "a coarse brown sugar made in the East Indies from the sap of the date palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaggy",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for jagged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaguar",1,1,1 ], "N South America, similar to the leopard but with a shorter tail and larger spots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jaguar",1,1,1 ], "a large feline mammal, Panthera onca, of S North America, Central America, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaguar",1,1,1 ], "on its coat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jaguarondi",1,1,1 ], "a feline mammal, Felis yagouaroundi, of Central and South America, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaguarondi",1,1,1 ], "reddish or grey coat, short legs, and a long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jai alai",1,1,1 ], "a version of pelota played by two or four players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jai",1,1,1 ], "victory (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jail delivery",1,1,1 ], "forcible and illegal liberation of prisoners from jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jail delivery",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a commission issued to assize judges when they come to a circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jail delivery",1,1,2 ], "town authorizing them to try all prisoners and release those acquitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jail",1,1,1 ], "a place for the confinement of persons convicted and sentenced to imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jail",1,1,1 ], "or of persons awaiting trial to whom bail is not granted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jail",1,2,1 ], "to confine in prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jailbird",1,1,1 ], "a person who is or has been confined to jail, esp| repeatedly; convict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jailbreak",1,1,1 ], "an escape from jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jailer",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of prisoners in a jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jailhouse",1,1,1 ], "a jail; prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jakes",1,1,1 ], "an archaic slang word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jakes",1,1,2 ], "human excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jalap",1,1,1 ], "a Mexican convolvulaceous plant, Exogonium (or Ipomoea)purga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jalap",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jalap",1,1,3 ], "the dried and powdered root of any of these plants, used as a purgative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jalap",1,1,4 ], "the resin obtained from any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jalopy",1,1,1 ], "a dilapidated old car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jalousie",1,1,1 ], "a window blind or shutter constructed from angled slats of wood, plastic, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jalousie",1,1,2 ], "a window made of similarly angled slats of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam session",1,1,1 ], "a jazz concert, esp| one in which the music is improvised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,1,1 ], "to cram or wedge into or against something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,2,1 ], "to crowd or pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,2,2 ], "to make or become stuck or locked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,3,1 ], "to activate suddenly (esp| in the phrase jam on the brakes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,4,1 ], "to block; congest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,5,1 ], "to crush, bruise, or squeeze; smash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,5,2 ], "to prevent the clear reception of (radio communications or radar signals) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,5,2 ], "transmitting other signals on the same frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,6,1 ], "to play in a jam session" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,7,1 ], "a crowd or congestion in a confined space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,7,2 ], "the act of jamming or the state of being jammed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",1,7,3 ], "a difficult situation; predicament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",2,1,1 ], "a preserve containing whole fruit, which has been boiled with sugar until the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jam",2,1,1 ], "mixture sets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jam-packed",1,1,1 ], "crowded, packed, or filled to capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jamb",1,1,1 ], "a vertical side member of a door frame, window frame, or lining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jamb",1,1,2 ], "a vertical inside face of an opening in a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jambalaya",1,1,1 ], "a Creole dish made of shrimps, ham, rice, onions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jambeau" ,1, 1, 1],"greave",2). c_DEF([ "jambeau" ,1, 1, 1],"jambart , or jamber n|, pl| beaux (-b@@$uz), barts, or bers| other words for",1). c_DEF([ "jambo",1,1,1 ], "an E African salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jamboree",1,1,1 ], "a large and often international gathering of Scouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jamboree",1,1,2 ], "a party or spree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jammy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jammy",1,1,2 ], "pleasant; desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jammy",1,1,3 ], "lucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jampan",1,1,1 ], "a type of sedan chair used in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jane",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jangle",1,1,1 ], "to sound or cause to sound discordantly, harshly, or unpleasantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jangle",1,2,1 ], "to produce a jarring effect on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jangle",1,2,2 ], "an archaic word for wrangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "janissary",1,1,1 ], "an infantryman in the Turkish sovereign's personal guard, from the 14th to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "janissary",1,1,1 ], "the early 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "janitor",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to clean and maintain a building, esp| the public areas in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "janitor",1,1,1 ], "block of flats or office building; porter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "japan" ,1, 1, 1],"a glossy durable black lacquer originally from the Orient, used on wood,",1). c_DEF([ "japan" ,1, 1, 1],"metal, etc",2). c_DEF([ "japan" ,1, 1, 2],"work decorated and varnished in the Japanese manner",1). c_DEF([ "japan" ,1, 1, 3],"a liquid used as a paint drier",1). c_DEF([ "japan" ,1, 2, 1],"relating to or varnished with japan",1). c_DEF([ "japan" ,1, 3, 1],"(tr|) to lacquer with japan or any similar varnish",1). c_DEF([ "jape",1,1,1 ], "a jest or joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jape",1,2,1 ], "to joke or jest (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "japonica",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese rosaceous shrub, Chaenomeles japonica, cultivated for its red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "japonica",1,1,1 ], "flowers and yellowish fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "japonica",1,1,2 ], "another name for the camellia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",1,1,1 ], "a wide-mouthed container that is usually cylindrical, made of glass or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",1,1,1 ], "earthenware, and without handles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jar",1,1,2 ], "the contents or quantity contained in a jar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",1,1,3 ], "a glass of alcoholic drink, esp| beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",2,1,1 ], "to vibrate or cause to vibrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",2,1,2 ], "to make or cause to make a harsh discordant sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",2,1,3 ], "(often foll| by on) to have a disturbing or painful effect (on the nerves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",2,1,3 ], "mind, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jar",2,2,1 ], "to disagree; clash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",2,3,1 ], "a jolt or shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jar",2,3,2 ], "a harsh discordant sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jardini",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental pot or trough for plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jardini",1,1,2 ], "a garnish of fresh vegetables, cooked, diced, and served around a dish of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jardini",1,1,2 ], "meat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jargon",1,1,1 ], "profession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jargon",1,1,1 ], "specialized language concerned with a particular subject, culture, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jargon",1,1,2 ], "language characterized by pretentious syntax, vocabulary, or meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jargon",1,1,3 ], "gibberish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jargon",1,1,4 ], "another word for pidgin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jargon",1,2,1 ], "to use or speak in jargon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jargon",2,1,1 ], "a golden yellow, smoky, or colourless variety of zircon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jargonize",1,1,1 ], "to translate into jargon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jargonize",1,2,1 ], "to talk in jargon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jarl",1,1,1 ], "a Scandinavian chieftain or noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jarosite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow to brown secondary mineral consisting of basic hydrated sulphate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jarosite",1,1,1 ], "iron and potassium in masses or hexagonal crystals| Formula: KFe3(SO\4)2(OH)6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jarp",1,1,1 ], "to strike or smash, esp| to break the shell of (an egg) at Easter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jarrah",1,1,1 ], "a valuable timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jarrah",1,1,1 ], "a widely planted Australian eucalyptus tree, Eucalyptus marginata, that yields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jarvey",1,1,1 ], "informal, obsolete| a hackney coachman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jasmine",1,1,1 ], "Jasminum, esp| J| officinalis: widely cultivated for their white, yellow, or red fragrant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jasmine",1,1,1 ], "any oleaceous shrub or climbing plant of the tropical and subtropical genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jasmine",1,1,1 ], "flowers, which are used in making perfume and in flavouring tea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jasmine",1,1,2 ], "any of several other shrubs with fragrant flowers, such as the Cape jasmine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jasmine",1,1,2 ], "yellow jasmine, and frangipani (red jasmine)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jasmine",1,1,3 ], "a light to moderate yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jasp",1,1,1 ], "resembling jasper; variegated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jasper",1,1,1 ], "an opaque impure microcrystalline form of quartz, red, yellow, brown, or dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jasper",1,1,1 ], "green in colour, used as a gemstone and for ornamental decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jasper",1,1,2 ], "a dense hard stoneware, invented in 1775 by Wedgwood, capable of being stained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jasper",1,1,2 ], "decoration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jasper",1,1,2 ], "throughout its substance with metallic oxides and used as background for applied classical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jato",1,1,1 ], "jet-assisted takeoff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaundice",1,1,1 ], "bile pigments in the blood, as in hepatitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jaundice",1,1,1 ], "yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes due to the abnormal presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaundice",1,1,2 ], "a mental state of bitterness, jealousy, and ill humour resulting in distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaundice",1,1,2 ], "judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jaundice",1,2,1 ], "to distort (the judgment, etc|) adversely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaundice",1,2,2 ], "to affect with or as if with jaundice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaunt",1,1,1 ], "a short pleasurable excursion; outing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaunt",1,2,1 ], "to go on such an excursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaunting car",1,1,1 ], "a light two-wheeled one-horse car, formerly widely used in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaunty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaunty",1,1,2 ], "sprightly, self-confident, and cheerful; brisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaunty",1,1,3 ], "smart; trim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "javelin",1,1,1 ], "a long pointed spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "javelin",1,1,2 ], "the javelin| the event or sport of throwing the javelin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,1 ], "cranium and the lower jaw (mandible)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,1 ], "teeth| In higher vertebrates it consists of the upper jaw (maxilla) fused to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,1 ], "the part of the skull of a vertebrate that frames the mouth and holds the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part of an invertebrate, esp| an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,3 ], "a pair or either of a pair of hinged or sliding components of a machine or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,3 ], "tool designed to grip an object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,3,1 ], "impudent talk; cheek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,3,2 ], "idle conversation; chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,1,3,3 ], "moralizing talk; a lecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,2,1,1 ], "to talk idly; chat; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaw",1,2,1,2 ], "to lecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jawbone",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for mandible or (less commonly)maxilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jawbreaker",1,1,1 ], "a device having hinged jaws for crushing rocks and ores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jawbreaker",1,1,2 ], "a word that is hard to pronounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaws",1,1,1 ], "the narrow opening of some confined place such as a gorge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaws",1,1,2 ], "the jaws| a dangerously close position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jay",1,1,1 ], "Eurasian Garrulus glandarius, with a pinkish-brown body, blue-and-black wings, and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jay",1,1,1 ], "any of various passerine birds of the family Corvidae (crows), esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jay",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white crest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jay",1,1,2 ], "a foolish or gullible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jaywalk",1,1,1 ], "to cross or walk in a street recklessly or illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz up",1,1,1 ], "quicker tempo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jazz up",1,1,1 ], "to imbue (a piece of music) with jazz qualities, esp| by improvisation or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz up",1,1,2 ], "to make more lively, gaudy, or appealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,1,1 ], "a kind of music of American Negro origin, characterized by syncopated rhythms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,1,1 ], "solo and group improvisation, and a variety of harmonic idioms and instrumental" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,1,1 ], "techniques| It exists in a number of styles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,1,3 ], "a jazzman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,2 ], "enthusiasm or liveliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,3 ], "rigmarole; paraphernalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,4 ], "Negro slang, obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,1,5 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,2,1 ], "to play or dance to jazz music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,2,2 ], "Negro slang, obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazz",1,2,3 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazzy",1,1,1 ], "jazzier, jazziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazzy",1,1,2 ], "of, characteristic of, or resembling jazz music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jazzy",1,1,3 ], "gaudy or flashy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jct|",1,1,1 ], "junction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "je ne sais quoi",1,1,1 ], "an indefinable quality, esp| of personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,1 ], "suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,2 ], "(often postpositive and foll| by of) resentful (of) or vindictive (towards)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,2 ], "esp| through envy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,3 ], "(often postpositive and foll| by of) possessive and watchful in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,3 ], "maintenance or protection (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,4 ], "characterized by or resulting from jealousy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,5 ], "Obsolete except in biblical use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,6 ], "demanding exclusive loyalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealous",1,1,7 ], "an obsolete word for zealous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jealousy",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being jealous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jean",1,1,1 ], "a tough twill-weave cotton fabric used for hard-wearing trousers, overalls," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jean",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jeans",1,1,1 ], "informal trousers for casual wear, made esp| of denim or corduroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jebel",1,1,1 ], "a hill or mountain in an Arab country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeep",1,1,1 ], "a small military road vehicle with four-wheel drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeepers",1,1,1 ], "a mild exclamation of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeer",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by at) to laugh or scoff (at a person or thing); mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeer",1,2,1 ], "a remark or cry of derision; gibe; taunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jefe",1,1,1 ], "(in Spanish-speaking countries) a military or political leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jehad",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of jihad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jejune",1,1,1 ], "simple; naive; unsophisticated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jejune",1,1,2 ], "insipid; dull; dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jejune",1,1,3 ], "lacking nourishment; insubstantial or barren" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jejunum",1,1,1 ], "the part of the small intestine between the duodenum and the ileum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jell",1,1,1 ], "to make or become gelatinous; congeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jell",1,1,2 ], "to assume definite form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jell",1,2,1 ], "an informal word for jelly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellaba",1,1,1 ], "East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jellaba",1,1,1 ], "a kind of loose cloak with a hood, worn esp| in North Africa and the Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellied",1,1,1 ], "congealed into jelly, esp| by cooling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellied",1,1,2 ], "containing, set in, or coated with jelly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellify",1,1,1 ], "to make into or become jelly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jello",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for jelly'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jelly baby",1,1,1 ], "a small sweet made from a gelatinous substance formed to resemble a baby in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jelly baby",1,1,1 ], "shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jelly" ,1, 1, 1],"a fruit-flavoured clear dessert set with gelatine| U|S| name: jello",1). c_DEF([ "jelly" ,1, 1, 2],"a preserve made from the juice of fruit boiled with sugar and used as jam",1). c_DEF([ "jelly" ,1, 1, 3],"a savoury food preparation set with gelatine or with a strong gelatinous stock",1). c_DEF([ "jelly" ,1, 1, 3],"and having a soft elastic consistency",2). c_DEF([ "jelly" ,1, 1, 4],"anything having the consistency of jelly",1). c_DEF([ "jelly" ,1, 2, 1],"to jellify",1). c_DEF([ "jelly",2,1,1 ], "a slang name for gelignite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellybean",1,1,1 ], "a bean-shaped candy with a brightly coloured coating around a gelatinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellybean",1,1,1 ], "filling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jellyfish",1,1,1 ], "any marine medusoid coelenterate of the class Scyphozoa, having a gelatinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellyfish",1,1,1 ], "umbrella-shaped body with trailing tentacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jellyfish",1,1,2 ], "any other medusoid coelenterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jellyfish",1,1,3 ], "a weak indecisive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jemadar",1,1,1 ], "a native junior officer belonging to a locally raised regiment serving as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jemadar",1,1,1 ], "mercenaries in India, esp| with the British Army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jembe",1,1,1 ], "a hoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jemmy" ,1, 1, 1],"a short steel crowbar used, esp| by burglars, for forcing doors and windows",1). c_DEF([ "jemmy" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to prise (something) open with a jemmy",1). c_DEF([ "jennet",1,1,1 ], "a female donkey or ass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jennet",1,1,2 ], "a small Spanish riding horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jenny",1,1,1 ], "a hand-operated machine for turning up the edge of a piece of sheet metal in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jenny",1,1,1 ], "preparation for making a joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jenny",1,1,2 ], "the female of certain animals or birds, esp| a donkey, ass, or wren" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jenny",1,1,3 ], "short for spinning jenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jenny",1,1,4 ], "an in-off|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeopardize",1,1,1 ], "to risk; hazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeopardize",1,2,1 ], "to put in danger; imperil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeopardy",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by in) danger of injury, loss, death, etc|; risk; peril;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeopardy",1,1,1 ], "hazard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jeopardy",1,1,2 ], "danger of being convicted and punished for a criminal offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jequirity",1,1,1 ], "other names for Indian liquorice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jequirity",1,1,2 ], "jequirity bean| the seed of the Indian liquorice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerbil",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gerbil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerboa",1,1,1 ], "any small nocturnal burrowing rodent of the family Dipodidae, inhabiting dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerboa",1,1,1 ], "regions of Asia and N Africa, having pale sandy fur, large ears, and long hind legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jerboa",1,1,1 ], "specialized for jumping" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jeremiad",1,1,1 ], "a long mournful lamentation or complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerid",1,1,1 ], "a wooden javelin used in Muslim countries in military displays on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk off",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang| to masturbate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move with an irregular or spasmodic motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,1,2 ], "to throw, twist, pull, or push (something) abruptly or spasmodically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,2,1 ], "to utter (words, sounds, etc|) in a spasmodic, abrupt, or breathless manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,3,1 ], "an abrupt or spasmodic movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,3,2 ], "an irregular jolting motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,3,3 ], "Brit| informal| physical exercises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,3,4 ], "a slang word for chorea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",1,3,5 ], "a person regarded with contempt esp| a stupid or ignorant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",2,1,1 ], "drying in the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",2,1,1 ], "to preserve venison, beef, etc|, by cutting into thin strips and curing by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerk",2,2,1 ], "jerked meat, esp| beef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerkin",1,1,1 ], "a sleeveless and collarless short jacket worn by men or women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerkin",1,1,2 ], "a man's sleeveless and collarless fitted jacket, often made of leather, worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerkin",1,1,2 ], "in the 16th and 17th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jerkwater",1,1,1 ], "inferior and insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerky",1,1,1 ], "jerkier, jerkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerky",1,1,2 ], "characterized by jerks; spasmodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeroboam",1,1,1 ], "a wine bottle holding the equivalent of four normal bottles (approximately 104" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeroboam",1,1,1 ], "ounces)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jerreed",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of jerid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerry can",1,1,1 ], "a flat-sided can used for storing or transporting liquids, esp| motor fuel| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerry can",1,1,1 ], "has a capacity of between 4|5 and 5 gallons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jerry",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for chamber pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerry",1,1,2 ], "short for jeroboam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jerry-build",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to build (houses, flats, etc|) badly using cheap materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jersey",1,1,1 ], "a knitted garment covering the upper part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jersey",1,1,1,1 ], "a machine-knitted slightly elastic cloth of wool, silk, nylon, etc|, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jersey",1,1,1,1 ], "clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jersey",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jess",1,1,1 ], "a hawk or falcon while the other can be attached to a leash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jess",1,1,1 ], "a short leather strap, one end of which is permanently attached to the leg of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jess",1,2,1 ], "to put jesses on (a hawk or falcon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jessamine",1,1,1 ], "another name for jasmine ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jest",1,1,1 ], "something done or said for amusement; joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jest",1,1,2 ], "a frivolous mood or attitude; playfulness; fun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jest",1,1,3 ], "a jeer or taunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jest",1,1,4 ], "an object of derision; laughingstock; butt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jest",1,2,1 ], "to act or speak in an amusing, teasing, or frivolous way; joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jest",1,2,2 ], "to make fun of (a person or thing); scoff or mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jester",1,1,1 ], "Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jester",1,1,1 ], "a professional clown employed by a king or nobleman, esp| at courts during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet black",1,1,1,1 ], "a deep black colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet black",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet engine",1,1,1 ], "a gas turbine, esp| one fitted to an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet lag",1,1,1 ], "a general feeling of fatigue and other symptoms often experienced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet lag",1,1,1 ], "travellers by jet aircraft who cross several time zones in relatively few hours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jet pipe",1,1,1 ], "are discharged, esp| one fitted to an aircraft engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jet pipe",1,1,1 ], "the duct attached to the rear of a gas turbine through which the exhaust gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet plane",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft powered by one or more jet engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet propulsion",1,1,1 ], "propulsion by means of a jet of fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet propulsion",1,1,2 ], "propulsion by means of a gas turbine, esp| when the exhaust gases provide the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet propulsion",1,1,2 ], "propulsive thrust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jet set",1,1,1 ], "a rich and fashionable social set the members of which travel widely for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet set",1,1,1 ], "pleasure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jet stream",1,1,1 ], "an extensive high-altitude airstream (about 12,000 metres high) moving west at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet stream",1,1,1 ], "high speeds and having an important effect on frontogenesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jet stream",1,1,2 ], "the jet of exhaust gases produced by a gas turbine, rocket motor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet" ,1, 1, 1],"a thin stream of liquid or gas forced out of a small aperture or nozzle",1). c_DEF([ "jet" ,1, 1, 2],"an outlet or nozzle for emitting such a stream",1). c_DEF([ "jet" ,1, 1, 3],"a jet-propelled aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "jet" ,1, 2, 1],"to issue or cause to issue in a jet",1). c_DEF([ "jet" ,1, 2, 2],"to transport or be transported by jet aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "jet",1,1,1 ], "a step in which the dancer springs from one leg and lands on the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet",2,1,1,1 ], "a hard black variety of lignite that takes a brilliant polish and is used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet",2,1,1,1 ], "jewellery, ornaments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jet",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jet-propelled",1,1,1 ], "driven by jet propulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jetliner",1,1,1 ], "a commercial airliner powered by jet engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jetport",1,1,1 ], "an airport for jet planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jetsam",1,1,1 ], "her, as during a storm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jetsam",1,1,1 ], "that portion of the equipment or cargo of a vessel thrown overboard to lighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jetsam",1,1,2 ], "another word for flotsam ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jettison",1,1,1 ], "to throw away; abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jettison",1,1,2 ], "to throw overboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jettison",1,2,1 ], "another word for jetsam ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jetton",1,1,1 ], "a counter or token, esp| a chip used in such gambling games as roulette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jetty",1,1,1 ], "a pier, dock, groyne, mole, or other structure extending into the water from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jetty",1,1,1 ], "the shore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jetty",2,1,1 ], "of or resembling jet, esp| in colour or polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeu d'esprit",1,1,1 ], "a light-hearted display of wit or cleverness, esp| in literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeunesse dor",1,1,1 ], "rich and fashionable young people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jew's-ear",1,1,1 ], "Tremellales" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jew's-ear",1,1,1 ], "an edible saprophytic basidiomycetous fungus, Auricularia auricula, that grows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jew's-ear",1,1,1 ], "on wood and has a brown or flesh-coloured jelly-like saucer-shaped body: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jew's-harp",1,1,1 ], "a musical instrument consisting of a small lyre-shaped metal frame held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jew's-harp",1,1,1 ], "between the teeth, with a steel tongue plucked with the finger| Changes in pitch are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jew's-harp",1,1,1 ], "produced by varying the size of the mouth cavities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jewel",1,1,1 ], "a precious or semiprecious stone; gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewel",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing resembling a jewel in preciousness, brilliance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewel",1,1,3 ], "a gemstone, often synthetically produced, used as a bearing in a watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewel",1,1,4 ], "a piece of jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewel",1,1,5 ], "an ornamental glass boss, sometimes faceted, used in stained glass work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to fit or decorate with a jewel or jewels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewelfish",1,1,1 ], "an African cichlid, Hemichromis bimaculatus: a beautifully coloured and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewelfish",1,1,1 ], "popular aquarium fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jeweller",1,1,1 ], "a person whose business is the cutting, polishing, or setting of gemstones or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jeweller",1,1,1 ], "the making, repairing, or selling of jewellery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jeweller's rouge",1,1,1 ], "a finely powdered form of ferric oxide used as a metal polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewellery",1,1,1 ], "necklaces, etc|, considered collectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jewellery",1,1,1 ], "objects that are worn for personal adornment, such as bracelets, rings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewellery",1,1,2 ], "the art or business of a jeweller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various large dark serranid fishes, such as Mycteroperca bonaci, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jewfish",1,1,1 ], "warm or tropical seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jib boom",1,1,1 ], "a spar forming an extension of the bowsprit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",1,1,1 ], "any triangular sail set forward of the foremast of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",1,1,2 ], "cut of someone's jib| someone's manner, behaviour, style, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",1,1,2,1 ], "the lower lip, usually when it protrudes forwards in a grimace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",1,1,2,2 ], "the face or nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",2,1,1 ], "(intr|) Chiefly Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",2,1,2 ], "(often foll| by at) to be reluctant (to); hold back (from); balk (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",2,1,3 ], "(of an animal) to stop short and refuse to go forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",2,1,4 ], "variant of gybe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",3,1,1 ], "pivoted to enable it to be raised or lowered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jib",3,1,1 ], "the projecting arm of a crane or the boom of a derrick, esp| one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib",4,1,1 ], "a contortion of the face; a face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib-headed",1,1,1 ], "(of a sail) pointed at the top or head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jib-headed",1,1,2 ], "(of a sailing vessel or rig) having sails that are triangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jibbons",1,1,1 ], "dialect| spring onions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jibe" ,1, 1, 1],"jib, or jibb",1). c_DEF([ "jibe" ,1, 1, 2],"variant spellings of gybe",1). c_DEF([ "jibe",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of gibe ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jibe",3,1,1 ], "to agree; accord; harmonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiffy",1,1,1 ], "a very short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 1],"any of several old rustic kicking and leaping dances",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance, usually in",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 2],"three-four time",2). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 3],"a mechanical device designed to hold and locate a component during machining",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 3],"and to guide the cutting tool",2). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 4],"any of various spinning lures that wobble when drawn through the water",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 5],"a device for separating ore or coal from waste material by agitation in water",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 1, 6],"a joke or prank",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 2, 1],"to dance (a jig)",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 2, 2],"to jerk or cause to jerk up and down rapidly",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 2, 3],"(often foll| by up) to fit or be fitted in a jig",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 2, 4],"to drill or cut (a workpiece) in a jig",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 2, 5],"to separate ore or coal from waste material using a jig",1). c_DEF([ "jig" ,1, 2, 6],"(intr|) to produce or manufacture a jig",1). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that jigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,10 ], "an alleyway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,2 ], "a club, an iron, usually No| 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,3 ], "any of a number of mechanical devices having a vibratory or jerking motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,4 ], "a light lifting tackle used on ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,5 ], "a small glass, esp| for whisky, with a capacity of about one and a half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,5 ], "ounces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,6 ], "another word for jig ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,7 ], "short for jiggermast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,8 ], "another word for bridge ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",1,1,9 ], "a device or thing the name of which is unknown or temporarily forgotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigger",2,1,1 ], "other names for the chigoe ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiggered",1,1,1 ], "damned; blowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiggered",1,1,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiggered",1,1,3 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiggered",1,1,4 ], "tired out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiggermast",1,1,1 ], "any small mast on a sailing vessel, esp| the mizzenmast of a yawl| Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiggermast",1,1,1 ], "shortened to jigger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jiggery-pokery",1,1,1 ], "dishonest or deceitful behaviour or business; trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jiggle",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move up and down or to and fro with a short jerky motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigsaw puzzle",1,1,1 ], "a puzzle in which the player has to reassemble a picture that has been mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigsaw puzzle",1,1,1 ], "interlocking pieces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jigsaw puzzle",1,1,1 ], "on a wooden or cardboard base and cut into a large number of irregularly shaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jigsaw",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical saw with a fine steel blade for cutting intricate curves in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jigsaw",1,1,1 ], "sheets of material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jihad",1,1,1 ], "a holy war against infidels undertaken by Muslims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jihad",1,1,2 ], "a crusade in support of a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jillaroo",1,1,1 ], "a female jackaroo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jillion",1,1,1 ], "an extremely large number or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jilt",1,1,1 ], "to leave or reject (a lover), esp| without previous warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jilt",1,2,1 ], "a woman who jilts a lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jim crow" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the policy or practice of segregating Negroes",1). c_DEF([ "jim crow" ,1, 1, 2],"as modifier: jim-crow laws",1). c_DEF([ "jim crow" ,1, 1, 4],"a derogatory term for Negro",1). c_DEF([ "jim crow" ,1, 1, 5],"as modifier: a jim-crow saloon",1). c_DEF([ "jim crow" ,1, 1, 6],"an implement for bending iron bars or rails",1). c_DEF([ "jim crow" ,1, 1, 7],"a crowbar fitted with a claw",1). c_DEF([ "jimjams",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for delirium tremens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jimjams",1,1,2 ], "a state of nervous tension, excitement, or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jimmy" ,1, 2, 1],"the U|S| spelling of jemmy",1). c_DEF([ "jimson weed",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for thorn apple (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingle",1,1,1 ], "to ring or cause to ring lightly and repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingle",1,2,1 ], "to sound in a manner suggestive of jingling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingle",1,3,1 ], "a sound of metal jingling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingle",1,3,2 ], "a catchy and rhythmical verse, song, etc|, esp| one used in advertising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingo",1,1,1 ], "a loud and bellicose patriot; chauvinist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingo",1,1,2 ], "jingoism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingo",1,1,3 ], "by jingo| an exclamation of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jingoism",1,1,1 ], "the belligerent spirit or foreign policy of jingoes; chauvinism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jink",1,1,1 ], "to move swiftly or jerkily or make a quick turn in order to dodge or elude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jink",1,2,1 ], "a jinking movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jinks",1,1,1 ], "boisterous or mischievous play (esp| in the phrase high jinks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jinn",1,1,1 ], "the plural of jinni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jinni",1,1,1 ], "a spirit in Muslim mythology who could assume human or animal form and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jinni",1,1,1 ], "influence man by supernatural powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jinrikisha",1,1,1 ], "other names for rickshaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jinx",1,1,1 ], "an unlucky or malevolent force, person, or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jinx",1,2,1 ], "to be or put a jinx on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jipijapa",1,1,1 ], "a palmlike plant, Carludovica palmata, of central and South America, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jipijapa",1,1,1 ], "fanlike leaves are bleached for making panama hats: family Cyclanthaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jissom",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jitney",1,1,1 ], "a small bus that carries passengers for a low price, originally five cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jitney",1,1,2 ], "a nickel; five cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jitter",1,1,1 ], "to be anxious or nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jitter",1,2,1 ], "the jitters| nervousness and anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jitter",1,2,2 ], "small rapid variations in a waveform arising from fluctuations in the voltage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jitter",1,2,2 ], "supply, mechanical vibrations, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jitterbug" ,1, 1, 1],"a fast jerky American dance, usually to a jazz accompaniment, that was popular",1). c_DEF([ "jitterbug" ,1, 1, 1],"in the 1940s",2). c_DEF([ "jitterbug" ,1, 1, 1],"to perform such a dance",1). c_DEF([ "jitterbug" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who dances the jitterbug",1). c_DEF([ "jitterbug" ,1, 1, 3],"a highly nervous or excitable person",1). c_DEF([ "jiujitsu",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of jujitsu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jive",1,1,1 ], "a style of lively and jerky dance performed to jazz and, later, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jive",1,1,1 ], "rock-and-roll, popular esp| in the 1940s and 1950s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jive",1,1,2 ], "a variety of American slang spoken chiefly by Blacks, esp| jazz musicians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jive",1,2,1 ], "to dance the jive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jo",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joannes",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of johannes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "job lot",1,1,1 ], "a miscellaneous collection of articles sold as a lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "job lot",1,1,2 ], "a collection of cheap or trivial items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 10],"a state of affairs",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"actively engaged in one's employment",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"Brit| taboo| engaged in sexual intercourse",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 11],"on the job",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 12],"just the job| exactly what was required",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 1],"an individual piece of work or task",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 2],"an occupation; post of employment",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 3],"an object worked on or a result produced from working",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 4],"a duty or responsibility",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 5],"a difficult task or problem",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 6],"a damaging piece of work",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 7],"a crime, esp| a robbery or burglary",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 8],"an instance of jobbery",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 1, 9],"a unit of work for a computer",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to work by the piece or at casual jobs",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 2, 2],"to make a private profit out of (a public office, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 2, 4, 1],"to buy and sell (goods or services) as a middleman",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 2, 4],"usually foll| by in)",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 2, 5],"to buy and sell stocks and shares as a stockjobber",1). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 2, 7],"contractors, workers, etc",2). c_DEF([ "job" ,1, 2, 7],"often foll| by out) to apportion (a contract, work, etc|) among several",1). c_DEF([ "jobber",1,1,1 ], "short for stockjobber ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jobber",1,1,2 ], "a person who jobs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jobbery",1,1,1 ], "graft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jobbery",1,1,1 ], "the practice of making private profit out of a public office; corruption or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jobbing printer",1,1,1 ], "newspapers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jobbing printer",1,1,1 ], "one who prints mainly commercial and display work rather than books or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jobless",1,1,1 ], "unemployed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jobless",1,2,1 ], "the jobless| unemployed people collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jock",1,1,1 ], "short for jockey or jockstrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockey cap",1,1,1 ], "a cap with a long peak projecting upwards from the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockey",1,1,1 ], "a person who rides horses in races, esp| as a profession or for hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockey",1,2,1,1 ], "to ride (a horse) in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockey",1,2,1,2 ], "to ride as a jockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockey",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by for) to try to obtain an advantage by manoeuvring, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockey",1,2,2 ], "jockey for position)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jockey",1,2,2 ], "literally in a race or metaphorically, as in a struggle for power (esp| in the phrase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jockey",1,2,3 ], "to trick or cheat (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jocko",1,1,1 ], "a W African name for chimpanzee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockstrap",1,1,1 ], "a piece of elasticated material worn by men, esp| athletes, to support the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jockstrap",1,1,1 ], "genitals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jocose",1,1,1 ], "characterized by humour; merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jocular",1,1,1 ], "characterized by joking and good humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jocular",1,1,2 ], "meant lightly or humorously; facetious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jocund",1,1,1 ], "of a humorous temperament; merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jodhpurs",1,1,1 ], "riding breeches, loose-fitting around the hips and tight-fitting from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jodhpurs",1,1,1 ], "thighs to the ankles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jodhpurs",1,1,2 ], "ankle-length leather riding boots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joe-pye weed",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "joe-pye weed",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American plants of the genus Eupatorium, esp| E|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joe-pye weed",1,1,1 ], "purpureum, having pale purplish clusters of flower heads lacking rays: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joey",1,1,1 ], "a young kangaroo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joey",1,1,2 ], "a young animal or child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog trot",1,1,1 ], "an easy bouncy gait, esp| of a horse, midway between a walk and a trot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog trot",1,1,2 ], "a monotonous or regular way of living or doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog trot",1,2,1 ], "(intr|) to move at a jog trot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,1,1 ], "to run or move slowly or at a jog trot, esp| for physical exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,2,1 ], "to continue in a plodding way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,3,1 ], "to jar or nudge slightly; shake lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,4,1 ], "to remind; stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,5,1 ], "to even up the edges of (a stack of paper); square up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,6,1 ], "the act of jogging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,6,2 ], "a slight jar or nudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",1,6,3 ], "a jogging motion; trot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",2,1,1 ], "a sharp protruding point in a surface; jag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jog",2,1,2 ], "a sudden change in course or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joggle post",1,1,1 ], "a post or beam consisting of two timbers joined to each other by joggles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joggle",1,1,1 ], "to shake or move (someone or something) with a slightly jolting motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joggle",1,2,1 ], "to join or fasten (two pieces of building material) by means of a joggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joggle",1,3,1 ], "the act of joggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joggle",1,3,2 ], "a slight irregular shake; jolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joggle",1,3,3 ], "a joint between two pieces of building material by means of a projection on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joggle",1,3,3 ], "one piece that fits into a notch in the other; dowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joggle",1,3,4 ], "a shoulder designed to take the thrust of a strut or brace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jogjakarta" ,1, 1, 1],"Jokjakarta, or Djokjakarta",1). c_DEF([ "jogjakarta" ,1, 1, 2],"(1946-49); university (1949)|Pop|: 342,267 (1971)| H",2). c_DEF([ "jogjakarta" ,1, 1, 2],"a city in S Indonesia, in central Java: seat of government of Indonesia",1). c_DEF([ "johannes",1,1,1 ], "a Portuguese gold coin minted in the early 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "john",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "johnny cake",1,1,1 ], "a thin cake of flour and water paste cooked in the ashes of a fire or in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "johnny cake",1,1,1 ], "pan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "johnny",1,1,1 ], "a man or boy; chap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "johnny",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joie de vivre",1,1,1 ], "joy of living; enjoyment of life; ebullience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join up",1,1,1 ], "to become a member of a military or other organization; enlist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join up",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by with) to unite or connect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,1,1 ], "to come or bring together; connect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,1,2 ], "to become a member of (a club, organization, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,2,1 ], "to become associated or allied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,3,1 ], "to take part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,4,1 ], "to meet (someone) as a companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,5,1 ], "to become part of; take a place in or with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,6,1 ], "to unite (two people) in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,7,1 ], "to connect with a straight line or a curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,8,1 ], "an informal word for adjoin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,8,2 ], "join battle| to engage in conflict or competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,8,3 ], "join duty| Indian| to report for work after a period of leave or a strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,8,4 ], "join hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,8,4,1 ], "to hold one's own hands together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,8,4,2 ], "(of two people) to hold each other's hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,8,4,3 ], "(usually foll| by with) to work together in an enterprise or task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,9,1 ], "a joint; seam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,9,2 ], "the act of joining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "join",1,9,3 ], "another name for union ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joinder",1,1,1 ], "the act of joining, esp| in legal contexts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joinder",1,1,1,1 ], "(in pleading)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joinder",1,1,2 ], "the stage at which the parties join issue (joinder of issue)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joinder",1,1,2,2 ], "parties)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joinder",1,1,2,2 ], "the joining of two or more persons as coplaintiffs or codefendants (joinder of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joinder",1,1,2,3 ], "the joining of two or more causes in one suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joiner",1,1,1 ], "a person trained and skilled in making finished woodwork, such as windows," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joiner",1,1,1 ], "doors, and stairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joiner",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that joins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joiner",1,1,3 ], "a person who joins many clubs, causes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joinery",1,1,1 ], "the skill or craft of a joiner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joinery",1,1,2 ], "work made by a joiner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint account",1,1,1 ], "a bank account registered in the name of two or more persons, any of whom may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint account",1,1,1 ], "make deposits and withdrawals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint density function",1,1,1 ], "a function of two or more random variables from which can be obtained a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint density function",1,1,1 ], "probability that all the variables in the function will take specified values or fall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint density function",1,1,1 ], "within specified intervals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "joint resolution",1,1,1 ], "a resolution passed by both houses of a bicameral legislature, signed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint resolution",1,1,1 ], "chief executive and legally binding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint stock",1,1,1 ], "capital funds held in common and usually divided into shares between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint stock",1,1,1 ], "owners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,1 ], "a junction of two or more parts or objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,2 ], "the part or space between two such junctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,3 ], "and cartilage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,3 ], "the junction between two or more bones, usually formed of connective tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,4 ], "and other arthropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,4 ], "the point of connection between movable parts in invertebrates, esp| insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,5 ], "the part of a plant stem from which a branch or leaf grows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,6 ], "one of the parts into which a carcass of meat is cut by the butcher, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,6 ], "roasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,7 ], "a crack in a rock along which no displacement has occurred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,7,1 ], "a disreputable establishment, such as a bar or nightclub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,7,2 ], "Often facetious| a dwelling or meeting place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,8 ], "a marijuana cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,9 ], "out of joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,9,1 ], "dislocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,1,9,2 ], "out of order or disorganized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,2,1 ], "shared by or belonging to two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,2,2 ], "created by combined effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,2,3 ], "sharing with others or with one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,2,4 ], "(of persons) combined in ownership or obligation regarded as a single entity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,2,4 ], "in law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,3,1 ], "to provide with or fasten by a joint or joints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,3,2 ], "to plane the edge of (a board, etc|) into the correct shape for a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint",1,3,3 ], "to cut or divide (meat, fowl, etc|) into joints or at a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint-stock company",1,1,1 ], "a business enterprise characterized by its separate legal existence and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint-stock company",1,1,1 ], "sharing of ownership between shareholders, whose liability is limited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joint-stock company",1,1,2 ], "a business enterprise whose owners are issued shares of transferable stock but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joint-stock company",1,1,2 ], "do not enjoy limited liability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jointed",1,1,1,1 ], "having a joint or joints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointed",1,1,1,2 ], "large-jointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointed",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant stem or similar part) marked with constrictions, at which the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointed",1,1,2 ], "breaks into separate portions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jointer",1,1,1 ], "a tool for pointing mortar joints, as in brickwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointer",1,1,2 ], "a long plane for shaping the edges of planks so that they can be fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointer",1,1,2 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jointer",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that makes joints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointress",1,1,1 ], "a woman entitled to a jointure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointure",1,1,1,1 ], "marriage for her use after his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jointure",1,1,1,1 ], "provision made by a husband for his wife by settling property upon her at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointure",1,1,1,2 ], "the property so settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointure",1,1,2 ], "the act of joining or the condition of being joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jointworm",1,1,1 ], "galls on the stems of cereal plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jointworm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of chalcid flies of the genus Harmolita, esp| H| tritici, which form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joist",1,1,1 ], "a beam made of timber, steel, or reinforced concrete, used in the construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joist",1,1,1 ], "of floors, roofs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joist",1,2,1 ], "to construct (a floor, roof, etc|) with joists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,1,1 ], "a humorous anecdote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,1,2 ], "something that is said or done for fun; prank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,1,3 ], "a ridiculous or humorous circumstance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing inspiring ridicule or amusement; butt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,1,5 ], "a matter to be joked about or ignored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,1,6 ], "no joke| something very serious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,2,1 ], "to tell jokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,3,1 ], "to speak or act facetiously or in fun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joke",1,3,2 ], "to make fun of (someone); tease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joker",1,1,1 ], "a person who jokes, esp| in an obnoxious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joker",1,1,2 ], "a man; fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joker",1,1,3 ], "an extra playing card in a pack, which in many card games can substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joker",1,1,3 ], "or rank above any other card" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joker",1,1,4 ], "a clause or phrase inserted in a legislative bill in order to make the bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joker",1,1,4 ], "inoperative or to alter its apparent effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jollification",1,1,1 ], "a merry festivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jollify",1,1,1 ], "to be or cause to be jolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jollities",1,1,1 ], "a party or celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jollity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being jolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolly boat",1,1,1 ], "a small boat used as a utility tender for a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolly boat",1,1,2 ], "a small sailing boat used for pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolly",1,1,1 ], "full of good humour; jovial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolly",1,1,2 ], "having or provoking gaiety and merrymaking; festive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolly",1,1,3 ], "greatly enjoyable; pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolly",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by up or along) to try to make or keep (someone) cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolly",1,3,3 ], "to make good-natured fun of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolt",1,1,1 ], "to bump against with a jarring blow; jostle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolt",1,1,2 ], "to move in a jolting manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolt",1,1,3 ], "to surprise or shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolt",1,2,1 ], "a sudden jar or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jolt",1,2,2 ], "an emotional shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jongleur",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval France) an itinerant minstrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jonnock",1,1,1 ], "genuine; real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jonnock",1,2,1 ], "honestly; truly; genuinely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jonquil",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian amaryllidaceous plant, Narcissus jonquilla with long fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jonquil",1,1,1 ], "yellow or white short-tubed flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jook",1,1,1 ], "to poke or puncture (the skin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jook",1,2,1 ], "a jab or the resulting wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jorum",1,1,1 ], "a large drinking bowl or vessel or its contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joseph",1,1,1 ], "a woman's floor-length riding coat with a small cape, worn esp| in the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joseph",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "josh",1,1,1 ], "to tease (someone) in a bantering way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "josh",1,2,1 ], "a teasing or bantering joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joss house",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese temple or shrine where an idol or idols are worshipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joss stick",1,1,1 ], "a stick of dried perfumed paste, giving off a fragrant odour when burnt as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joss stick",1,1,1 ], "incense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joss",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese deity worshipped in the form of an idol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jostle",1,1,1 ], "to bump or push (someone) roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jostle",1,1,2 ], "to come or bring into contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jostle",1,1,3 ], "to force (one's way) by pushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jostle",1,2,1 ], "the act of jostling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jostle",1,2,2 ], "a rough bump or push" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jot",1,1,1 ], "to write a brief note of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jot",1,2,1 ], "a little bit (in phrases such as not to care a jot)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jota",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish dance with castanets in fast triple time, usually to a guitar and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jota",1,1,1 ], "voice accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jotter",1,1,1 ], "a small notebook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jotting",1,1,1 ], "something jotted down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joual",1,1,1 ], "nonstandard Canadian French dialect, esp| as associated with ill-educated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joual",1,1,1 ], "speakers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joule",1,1,1 ], "application of a force of 1 newton is displaced through a distance of 1 metre in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joule",1,1,1 ], "calories, or 0|738 foot-pound| Symbol: J" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "joule",1,1,1 ], "direction of the force| 1 joule is equivalent to 1 watt-second, 10'7 ergs, 4|187" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "joule",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of work or energy; the work done when the point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jounce",1,1,1 ], "to shake or jolt or cause to shake or jolt; bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jounce",1,2,1 ], "a jolting movement; shake; bump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal box",1,1,1 ], "a case enclosing or supporting a journal, often used as a means of retaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal box",1,1,1 ], "the lubricant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,1 ], "a newspaper or periodical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,2 ], "a book in which a daily record of happenings, etc|, is kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,3 ], "an official record of the proceedings of a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,3,1 ], "facilitate subsequent entry in the ledger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,3,1 ], "one of several books in which transactions are initially recorded to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,3,2 ], "another name for daybook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,4 ], "the part of a shaft or axle in contact with or enclosed by a bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journal",1,1,5 ], "a plain cylindrical bearing to support a shaft or axle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalese",1,1,1 ], "a superficial style of writing regarded as typical of newspapers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalism",1,1,1 ], "stories for one of the mass media" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "journalism",1,1,1 ], "the profession or practice of reporting about, photographing, or editing news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalism",1,1,2 ], "newspapers and magazines collectively; the press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalism",1,1,3 ], "the material published in a newspaper, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalism",1,1,4 ], "news reports presented factually without analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalist",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is journalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalist",1,1,2 ], "a person who keeps a journal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalistic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of journalism or journalists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journalize",1,1,1 ], "to record (daily events) in a journal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journey",1,1,1 ], "a travelling from one place to another; trip or voyage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journey",1,1,1,1 ], "the distance travelled in a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journey",1,1,1,2 ], "the time taken to make a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journey",1,2,1 ], "to make a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journeyman",1,1,1 ], "a craftsman, artisan, etc|, who is qualified to work at his trade in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journeyman",1,1,1 ], "employment of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "journeyman",1,1,2 ], "a competent workman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journeyman",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a worker hired on a daily wage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journeywork",1,1,1 ], "necessary, routine, and menial work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journeywork",1,1,2 ], "the work of a journeyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "journo",1,1,1 ], "a journalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jour|",1,1,1 ], "journal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jour|",1,1,2 ], "journalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jour|",1,1,3 ], "journeyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joust",1,1,1 ], "a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with lances| A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joust",1,1,1 ], "tournament consisting of a series of such engagements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joust",1,2,1 ], "to encounter or engage in such a tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jovial",1,1,1 ], "having or expressing convivial humour; jolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jowl",1,1,1 ], "the jaw, esp| the lower one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jowl",1,1,2 ], "a cheek, esp| a prominent one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jowl",1,1,3 ], "cheek by jowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jowl",2,1,1 ], "fatty flesh hanging from the lower jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jowl",2,1,2 ], "a similar fleshy part in animals, such as the wattle of a fowl or the dewlap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jowl",2,1,2 ], "of a bull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "joy ride" ,1, 1, 1],"an enjoyable ride taken in a car, esp| in a stolen car driven recklessly",1). c_DEF([ "joy ride" ,1, 2, 2],"to take such a ride",1). c_DEF([ "joy stick",1,1,1 ], "the control stick of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joy",1,1,1 ], "a deep feeling or condition of happiness or contentment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joy",1,1,2 ], "something causing such a feeling; a source of happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joy",1,1,3 ], "an outward show of pleasure or delight; rejoicing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joy",1,1,4 ], "success; luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joy",1,2,1 ], "to feel joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joy",1,3,1 ], "to make joyful; gladden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joyance",1,1,1 ], "a joyous feeling or festivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joyful",1,1,1 ], "full of joy; elated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joyful",1,1,2 ], "expressing or producing joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joyless",1,1,1 ], "having or producing no joy or pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joyous",1,1,1 ], "having a happy nature or mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joyous",1,1,2 ], "joyful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "joypop",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Slang| to take addictive drugs occasionally without becoming addicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jt|",1,1,1 ], "joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juba",1,1,1 ], "a lively Negro dance developed in the southern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubbah",1,1,1 ], "a long loose outer garment with wide sleeves, worn by Muslim men and women," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubbah",1,1,1 ], "esp| in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jube",1,1,1 ], "a gallery or loft over the rood screen in a church or cathedral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jube",1,1,2 ], "another name for rood screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jube",2,1,1 ], "any jelly-like sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilant",1,1,1 ], "feeling or expressing great joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilate",1,1,1 ], "to have or express great joy; rejoice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilate",1,1,2 ], "to celebrate a jubilee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilation",1,1,1 ], "the act of rejoicing; exultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilation",1,1,2 ], "a celebration or joyful occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilee",1,1,1 ], "a time or season for rejoicing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilee",1,1,2 ], "a special anniversary, esp| a 25th or 50th one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilee",1,1,3 ], "a specially appointed period, now ordinarily every 25th year, in which special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilee",1,1,3 ], "indulgences are granted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jubilee",1,1,4 ], "a year that was to be observed every 50th year, during which Hebrew slaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jubilee",1,1,4 ], "were to be liberated, alienated property was to be restored, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jubilee",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for jubilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judas",1,1,1 ], "a peephole or a very small window in a door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judder",1,1,1 ], "to shake or vibrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judder",1,2,1 ], "abnormal vibration in a mechanical system, esp| due to grabbing between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judder",1,2,1 ], "friction surfaces, as in the clutch of a motor vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judder",1,2,2 ], "a juddering motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge advocate general",1,1,1 ], "military law generally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judge advocate general",1,1,1 ], "the civil adviser to the Crown on matters relating to courts martial and on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge advocate",1,1,1 ], "an officer who superintends proceedings at a military court martial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,1,1 ], "a public official with authority to hear cases in a court of law and pronounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,1,1 ], "judgment upon them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,1,2 ], "a person who is appointed to determine the result of contests or competitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,1,3 ], "a person qualified to comment critically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,1,4 ], "Saul" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,1,4 ], "a leader of the peoples of Israel from Joshua's death to the accession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,2,1 ], "to hear and decide upon (a case at law)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,3,1 ], "to pass judgment on; sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,3,2 ], "(something) after inquiry or deliberation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,3,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to decide or deem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,3,3 ], "to determine the result of (a contest or competition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,3,4 ], "to appraise (something) critically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge",1,4,1 ], "to believe something to be the case; suspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge-made",1,1,1 ], "based on a judge's interpretation or decision (esp| in the phrase judge-made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judge-made",1,1,1 ], "law)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judges' rules",1,1,1 ], "(in English law) a set of rules, not legally binding, governing the behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judges' rules",1,1,1 ], "arrest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "judges' rules",1,1,1 ], "of police towards suspects, as in administering a caution to a person under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judgeship",1,1,1 ], "the position, office, or function of a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,1 ], "the faculty of being able to make critical distinctions and achieve a balanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,1 ], "viewpoint; discernment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,1,1 ], "the verdict pronounced by a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,1,2 ], "an obligation arising as a result of such a verdict, such as a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,1,3 ], "the document recording such a verdict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,1,4 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,2 ], "the formal decision of one or more judges at a contest or competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,3 ], "a particular decision or opinion formed in a case in dispute or doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,4 ], "an estimation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,5 ], "criticism or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,5,1 ], "affirmation or denial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,5,1 ], "the act of establishing a relation between two or more terms, esp| as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,5,2 ], "the expression of such a relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,6 ], "against one's better judgment| contrary to a more appropriate or preferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,6 ], "course of action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,7 ], "sit in judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,7,1 ], "to preside as judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judgment",1,1,7,2 ], "to assume the position of critic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being judged, esp| in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicative",1,1,1 ], "having the function of trying causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicative",1,1,2 ], "competent to judge and pass sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicator",1,1,1 ], "a person who acts as a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicatory",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the administration of justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicatory",1,2,1 ], "a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicatory",1,2,2 ], "the administration of justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicature",1,1,1 ], "the administration of justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicature",1,1,2 ], "the office, function, or power of a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicature",1,1,3 ], "the extent of authority of a court or judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicature",1,1,4 ], "a body of judges or persons exercising judicial authority; judiciary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicature",1,1,5 ], "a court of justice or such courts collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicial separation",1,1,1 ], "a decree prohibiting a man and wife from cohabiting but not dissolving the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicial separation",1,1,1 ], "marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the administration of justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,2 ], "function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to judgment in a court of law or to a judge exercising this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,3 ], "inclined to pass judgment; discriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,4 ], "allowed or enforced by a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,5 ], "having qualities appropriate to a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,6 ], "contested issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judicial",1,1,6 ], "giving or seeking judgment, esp| determining or seeking determination of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judiciary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to courts of law, judgment, or judges",1). c_DEF([ "judiciary" ,1, 2, 1],"aries",1). c_DEF([ "judiciary" ,1, 2, 2],"administration of justice",2). c_DEF([ "judiciary" ,1, 2, 2],"the branch of the central authority in a state concerned with the",1). c_DEF([ "judiciary" ,1, 2, 3],"the system of courts in a country",1). c_DEF([ "judiciary" ,1, 2, 4],"the judges collectively; bench",1). c_DEF([ "judicious",1,1,1 ], "having or proceeding from good judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judo",1,1,1,1 ], "physical effort" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "judo",1,1,1,1 ], "the modern sport derived from jujitsu, in which the object is to throw, hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judo",1,1,1,1 ], "to the ground, or otherwise force an opponent to submit, using the minimum of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "judo",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judogi",1,1,1 ], "a white two-piece cotton costume worn during judo contests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "judoka",1,1,1 ], "a competitor or expert in judo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jug band",1,1,1 ], "a small group playing folk or jazz music, using empty jugs that are played by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jug band",1,1,1 ], "blowing across their openings to produce bass notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 1, 1],"a vessel for holding or pouring liquids, usually having a handle and a spout",1). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 1, 1],"or lip| U|S| equivalent: pitcher",2). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 1, 2],"such a vessel used as a kettle",1). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 1, 3],"a large vessel with a narrow mouth",1). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 1, 4],"the amount of liquid held by a jug",1). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 1, 5],"a glass of alcoholic drink, esp| beer",1). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 1, 6],"a slang word for ,jail",1). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 2, 1],"to stew or boil (meat, esp| hare) in an earthenware container",1). c_DEF([ "jug" ,1, 2, 3],"to put in jail",1). c_DEF([ "jugal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the zygomatic bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugal",1,2,1 ], "other names for zygomatic bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of compound leaves) having parts arranged in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugged hare",1,1,1 ], "a stew of hare cooked in an earthenware pot or casserole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggernaut",1,1,1 ], "any terrible force, esp| one that destroys or that demands complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggernaut",1,1,1 ], "self-sacrifice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juggernaut",1,1,2 ], "a very large lorry for transporting goods by road, esp| one that travels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggernaut",1,1,2 ], "throughout Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juggins",1,1,1 ], "a silly fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggle",1,1,1 ], "all the time, as an entertainment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juggle",1,1,1 ], "to throw and catch (several objects) continuously so that most are in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggle",1,1,2 ], "misleading picture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juggle",1,1,2 ], "to arrange or manipulate (facts, figures, etc|) so as to give a false or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggle",1,2,1 ], "to keep (several activities) in progress, esp| with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggle",1,3,1 ], "an act of juggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggler",1,1,1 ], "a person who juggles, esp| a professional entertainer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juggler",1,1,2 ], "a person who fraudulently manipulates facts or figures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juglandaceous",1,1,1 ], "includes walnut and hickory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juglandaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Juglandaceae, a family of trees that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugular vein",1,1,1 ], "any of three large veins of the neck that return blood to the heart from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugular vein",1,1,1 ], "head and face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jugular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or situated near the throat or neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugular",1,1,2 ], "of, having, or denoting pelvic fins situated in front of the pectoral fins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugular",1,2,1 ], "short for jugular vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugulate",1,1,1 ], "to check (a disease) by extreme measures or remedies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugum",1,1,1 ], "a small process at the base of each forewing in certain insects by which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jugum",1,1,1 ], "forewings are united to the hindwings during flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jugum",1,1,2 ], "a pair of opposite leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice extractor",1,1,1 ], "a kitchen appliance, usually operated by electricity, for extracting juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice extractor",1,1,1 ], "from fruits and vegetables| U|S| equivalent: juicer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juice up",1,1,1 ], "to make lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice up",1,1,2 ], "to cause to be drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice",1,1,1 ], "any liquid that occurs naturally in or is secreted by plant or animal tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice",1,1,1,1 ], "fuel for an engine, esp| petrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice",1,1,1,1 ], "vigour or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice",1,1,1,2 ], "electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice",1,1,1,2 ], "essence or fundamental nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juice",1,1,1,3 ], "alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juicy",1,1,1 ], "juicier, juiciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juicy",1,1,2 ], "full of juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juicy",1,1,3 ], "provocatively interesting; spicy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juicy",1,1,4 ], "voluptuous or seductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juicy",1,1,5 ], "profitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jujitsu",1,1,1 ], "samurai" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jujitsu",1,1,1 ], "the traditional Japanese system of unarmed self-defence perfected by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juju",1,1,1 ], "a charm or fetish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juju",1,1,1 ], "an object superstitiously revered by certain West African peoples and used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juju",1,1,2 ], "the power associated with a juju" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juju",1,1,3 ], "a taboo effected by a juju" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juju",1,1,4 ], "any process in which a mystery is exploited to confuse people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jujube",1,1,1 ], "Z| jujuba, that have small yellowish flowers and dark red edible fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jujube",1,1,1 ], "any of several Old World spiny rhamnaceous trees of the genus Ziziphus, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jujube",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jujube",1,1,3 ], "a chewy sweet made of flavoured gelatine and sometimes medicated to soothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jujube",1,1,3 ], "sore throats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jukebox",1,1,1 ], "an automatic gramophone, usually in a large case, in which records may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jukebox",1,1,1 ], "selected by inserting coins and pressing appropriate buttons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "julep",1,1,1 ], "a sweet drink, variously prepared and sometimes medicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "julep",1,1,2 ], "short for mint julep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "julienne",1,1,1 ], "(of vegetables) cut into thin shreds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "julienne",1,2,1 ], "a clear consomme to which a mixture of such vegetables has been added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumble sale",1,1,1 ], "a sale of miscellaneous articles, usually cheap and predominantly secondhand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumble sale",1,1,1 ], "in aid of charity| U|S| equivalent: rummage sale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jumble",1,1,1 ], "to mingle (objects, papers, etc|) in a state of disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumble",1,2,1 ], "to remember in a confused form; muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumble",1,3,1 ], "a disordered mass, state, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumble",1,3,2 ], "a small thin cake, variously flavoured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumble",1,3,3 ], "articles donated for a jumble sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumbo jet",1,1,1 ], "a type of large jet-propelled airliner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumbo",1,1,1,1 ], "a very large person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumbo",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumbuck",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump at",1,1,1 ], "to be glad to accept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump ball",1,1,1 ], "a ball thrown high by the referee between two opposing players to put it in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump ball",1,1,1 ], "play, as after a stoppage in which no foul or violation was committed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump bid",1,1,1 ], "a bid by the responder at a higher level than is necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump jet",1,1,1 ], "a fixed-wing jet aircraft that is capable of landing and taking off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump jet",1,1,1 ], "vertically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump leads",1,1,1 ], "name: jumper cables" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jump leads",1,1,1 ], "two heavy cables fitted with crocodile clips used to start a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump leads",1,1,1 ], "with a discharged battery by connecting the battery to an external battery| U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump on",1,1,1 ], "to berate or reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump seat",1,1,1 ], "a folding seat on the flight deck of some aircraft for an additional crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump seat",1,1,1 ], "member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump seat",1,1,2 ], "a folding seat in a motor vehicle such as in a London taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump shot",1,1,1 ], "a shot at the basket made by a player releasing the ball at the highest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump shot",1,1,1 ], "of a leap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump suit",1,1,1 ], "a one-piece garment of combined trousers and jacket or shirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,1,1 ], "the legs and feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,1,1 ], "to leap or spring clear of the ground or other surface by using the muscles in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,10,1 ], "to promote in rank, esp| unexpectedly or to a higher rank than expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,11,1 ], "to start (a car) using jump leads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,11,2 ], "to an unoccupied square" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,11,2 ], "to capture (an opponent's piece) by moving one of one's own pieces over it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,12,1 ], "indicate a strong hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,12,1 ], "to bid in response to one's partner at a higher level than is necessary, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,13,1 ], "to come off (a track, rail, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,14,1 ], "(of the stylus of a record player) to be jerked out of the groove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,15,1 ], "to be lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,16,1 ], "to attack without warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,17,1 ], "(of a driver or a motor vehicle) to pass through (a red traffic light) or move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,17,1 ], "away from (traffic lights) before they change to green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,1 ], "(of a man) to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,2 ], "absconding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,2 ], "jump bail| to forfeit one's bail by failing to appear in court, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,3 ], "jump down someone's throat| Informal| to address someone sharply; scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,4 ], "jump ship| to desert, esp| to leave a ship in which one is legally bound to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,4 ], "serve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,5 ], "advantage out of turn or unfairly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,5 ], "jump the queue| Informal| to obtain prior consideration or some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,18,6 ], "jump to it| Informal| to begin something quickly and efficiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,1 ], "an act or instance of jumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,10 ], "another name for branch ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,11 ], "an act of sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,12 ], "on the jump| Informal, chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,12,1 ], "in a hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,12,2 ], "busy and energetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,2 ], "a space, distance, or obstacle to be jumped or that has been jumped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,3 ], "a descent by parachute from an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,4 ], "any of several contests involving a jump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,5 ], "a sudden rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,6 ], "a sudden or abrupt transition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,7 ], "a sudden jerk or involuntary muscular spasm, esp| as a reaction of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,8 ], "a step or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,9 ], "a move that captures an opponent's piece by jumping over it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,9,1 ], "a break in continuity in the normal sequence of shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,19,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,2,1 ], "to leap over or clear (an obstacle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,3,1 ], "to cause to leap over an obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,3,2 ], "to move or proceed hastily (into, onto, out of, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,4,1 ], "to board so as to travel illegally on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,5,1 ], "to parachute from an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,6,1 ], "to jerk or start, as with astonishment, surprise, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,6,2 ], "to rise or cause to rise suddenly or abruptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,6,3 ], "to pass or skip over (intervening objects or matter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,7,1 ], "to change from one thing to another, esp| from one subject to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,8,1 ], "to drill by means of a jumper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,9,1 ], "(of a film)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,9,1,1 ], "to have sections of a continuous sequence omitted, as through faulty cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump",1,9,1,2 ], "to flicker, as through faulty alignment of the film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump-off" ,1, 1, 1],"an extra round in a showjumping contest when two or more horses are equal",1). c_DEF([ "jump-off" ,1, 1, 1],"first, the fastest round deciding the winner",2). c_DEF([ "jump-off" ,1, 3, 1],"to begin or engage in a jump-off",1). c_DEF([ "jump-start",1,1,1 ], "gears or (of a car) to start in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jump-start",1,1,1 ], "to start the engine of (a car) by pushing or rolling it and then engaging the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump-start",1,2,1 ], "the act of starting a car in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jump-up" ,1, 1, 1],"(in the Caribbean) an occasion of mass dancing and merrymaking, as in a",1). c_DEF([ "jump-up" ,1, 1, 1],"carnival",2). c_DEF([ "jump-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to stand up quickly and suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "jump-up" ,1, 2, 3],"(in the Caribbean) to take part in a jump-up",1). c_DEF([ "jumped-up",1,1,1 ], "suddenly risen in significance, esp| when appearing arrogant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",1,1,1 ], "a sweater or pullover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| term for pinafore dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",2,1,1 ], "a boring tool that works by repeated impact, such as a steel bit in a hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",2,1,1 ], "drill used in boring rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",2,1,2 ], "a short length of wire used to make a connection, usually temporarily, between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",2,1,2 ], "terminals or to bypass a component" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",2,1,3 ], "a type of sled with a high crosspiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumper",2,1,4 ], "a person or animal that jumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumping bean",1,1,1 ], "Sebastiania, that contains a moth caterpillar whose movements cause it to jerk about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jumping bean",1,1,1 ], "a seed of any of several Mexican euphorbiaceous plants, esp| species of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumping jack",1,1,1 ], "a firework having a long narrow tube filled with gunpowder, folded like an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumping jack",1,1,1 ], "accordion so that when lit it burns with small explosions causing it to jump along the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jumping jack",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jumping jack",1,1,2 ], "a toy figure of a man with jointed limbs that can be moved by pulling attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumping jack",1,1,2 ], "strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jumping mouse",1,1,1 ], "America, E Asia, and N and E Europe, having long hind legs specialized for leaping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jumping mouse",1,1,1 ], "any long-tailed small mouselike rodent of the family Zapodidae, of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumping-off place",1,1,1 ], "a starting point, as in an enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumping-off place",1,1,2 ], "a final or extreme condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumping-off place",1,1,3 ], "a very remote spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumpy",1,1,1 ], "jumpier, jumpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumpy",1,1,2 ], "nervous or apprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jumpy",1,1,3 ], "moving jerkily or fitfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juncaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Juncaceae, a family of grasslike plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juncaceous",1,1,1 ], "with small brown flowers: includes the rushes and woodrushes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junco",1,1,1 ], "any North American buntings of the genus Junco, having a greyish plumage with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junco",1,1,1 ], "white outer tail feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junction box",1,1,1 ], "an earthed enclosure within which wires or cables can be safely connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junction transistor",1,1,1 ], "a bipolar transistor consisting of two p-n junctions combined to form either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junction transistor",1,1,1 ], "an n-p-n or a p-n-p transistor, having the three electrodes, the emitter, base," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junction transistor",1,1,1 ], "and collector" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "junction",1,1,1 ], "a place where several routes or lines meet, link, or cross each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junction",1,1,1,1 ], "a contact between two different metals or other materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junction",1,1,1,2 ], "a transition region between regions of differing electrical properties in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junction",1,1,1,2 ], "semiconductor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junction",1,1,2 ], "a connection between two or more conductors or sections of transmission lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junction",1,1,3 ], "the act of joining or the state of being joined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juncture",1,1,1 ], "a point in time, esp| a critical one (often in the phrase at this juncture)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juncture",1,1,1,1 ], "a pause in speech or a feature of pronunciation that introduces, accompanies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juncture",1,1,1,1 ], "or replaces a pause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juncture",1,1,1,2 ], "the set of phonological features signalling a division between words, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juncture",1,1,1,2 ], "those that distinguish a name from an aim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juncture",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for junction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junc|",1,1,1 ], "junction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle fever",1,1,1 ], "a serious malarial fever occurring in the East Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle fowl",1,1,1 ], "(pheasants)| G| gallus is thought to be the ancestor of the domestic fowl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "jungle fowl",1,1,1 ], "any small gallinaceous bird of the genus Gallus, of S and SE Asia, the males" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle fowl",1,1,1 ], "of which have an arched tail and a combed and wattled head: family Phasianidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jungle fowl",1,1,2 ], "any of several megapodes, esp| Megapodius freycinet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle juice",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for alcoholic liquor, esp| home-made liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle juice",1,1,2 ], "a slang name for kerosene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle",1,1,1 ], "an equatorial forest area with luxuriant vegetation, often almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle",1,1,1 ], "impenetrable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jungle",1,1,2 ], "any dense or tangled thicket or growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle",1,1,3 ], "a place of intense competition or ruthless struggle for survival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jungle",1,1,4 ], "(esp| in the Depression) a gathering place for the unemployed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior college",1,1,1 ], "an educational establishment providing a two-year course that either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior college",1,1,1 ], "terminates with an associate degree or is the equivalent of the freshman and sophomore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junior college",1,1,1 ], "years of a four-year undergraduate course" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "junior college",1,1,2 ], "the junior section of a college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior common room",1,1,1 ], "(in certain universities and colleges) a common room for the use of students" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior lightweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 126-130 pounds (57-59 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior lightweight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior middleweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 147-154 pounds (66|5-70 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior middleweight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior school",1,1,1 ], "a school for children aged between 7 and 11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior welterweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 135-140 pounds (61-63|5 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior welterweight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,1,1 ], "lower in rank or length of service; subordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,1,2 ], "younger in years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to youth or childhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to schoolchildren between the ages of 7 and 11 approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,1,5 ], "college or high school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or designating the third year of a four-year course at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,2,1 ], "(in England) any barrister below the rank of Queen's Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,2,2 ], "a junior person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,2,3 ], "a junior schoolchild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junior",1,2,4 ], "a junior student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juniper",1,1,1 ], "any coniferous shrub or small tree of the genus Juniperus, of the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juniper",1,1,1 ], "flavouring in making gin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "juniper",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere, having purple berry-like cones| The cones of J| communis are used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juniper",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar trees, grown mainly as ornamentals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juniper",1,1,3 ], "and for shipbuilding (Ezekiel 27:5)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juniper",1,1,3 ], "one of the trees used in the building of Solomon's temple (I Kings 6:15, 34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk shop",1,1,1 ], "a shop selling miscellaneous secondhand goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk shop",1,1,2 ], "a shop selling antiques" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk",1,1,1 ], "discarded or secondhand objects, etc|, collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk",1,1,2 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk",1,1,3 ], "any narcotic drug, esp| heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk",1,2,1 ], "to discard as junk; scrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk",2,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel used in Chinese waters and characterized by a very high poop," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junk",2,1,1 ], "flat bottom, and square sails supported by battens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junket",1,1,1 ], "a sweet dessert made of flavoured milk set to a curd with rennet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junket",1,1,2 ], "a feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junket",1,1,3 ], "an excursion, esp| one made for pleasure at public expense by a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junket",1,1,3 ], "official or committee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junket",1,2,1 ], "to have or entertain with a feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junket",1,3,1 ], "(of a public official, committee, etc|) to go on a junket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junkie",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for drug addict, esp| one who injects heroin into himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junkman",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for rag-and-bone man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junkyard",1,1,1 ], "a place where junk is stored or collected for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junta",1,1,1 ], "a group of military officers holding the power in a country, esp| after a coup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junta",1,1,1 ], "d'etat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "junta",1,1,2 ], "a small group of men; cabal, faction, or clique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junta",1,1,3 ], "a legislative or executive council in some parts of Latin America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "junto",1,1,1 ], "a cabal, faction, or clique; junta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jupon",1,1,1 ], "a short close-fitting sleeveless padded garment, used in the late 14th and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jupon",1,1,1 ], "early 15th centuries with armour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jura",1,1,1 ], "the plural of jus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jural",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to law or to the administration of justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jural",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to rights and obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurat",1,1,1 ], "a statement at the foot of an affidavit, naming the parties, stating when," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurat",1,1,1 ], "where, and before whom it was sworn, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jurat",1,1,2 ], "(in England) a municipal officer of the Cinque Ports, having a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurat",1,1,2 ], "position to that of an alderman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jurat",1,1,3 ], "(in France and the Channel Islands) a magistrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juratory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or expressed in an oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurel",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jurel",1,1,1 ], "any of several carangid food fishes of the genus Caranx, of warm American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juridical days",1,1,1 ], "days on which the courts are in session" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juridical",1,1,1 ], "function of a judge; legal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juridical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to law, to the administration of justice, or to the office or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisconsult",1,1,1 ], "a person qualified to advise on legal matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisconsult",1,1,2 ], "a master of jurisprudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisdiction",1,1,1 ], "the right or power to administer justice and to apply laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisdiction",1,1,2 ], "the exercise or extent of such right or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisdiction",1,1,3 ], "power or authority in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisprudence",1,1,1 ], "the science or philosophy of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisprudence",1,1,2 ], "a system or body of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisprudence",1,1,3 ], "a branch of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisprudent",1,1,1 ], "skilled in jurisprudence or versed in the principles of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisprudent",1,2,1 ], "a jurisprudent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurisp|",1,1,1 ], "jurisprudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurist",1,1,1 ], "a person versed in the science of law, esp| Roman or civil law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurist",1,1,2 ], "a writer on legal subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurist",1,1,3 ], "a student or graduate of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jurist",1,1,4 ], "(in the U|S|) a lawyer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juristic act",1,1,1 ], "a proceeding designed to have a legal effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juristic act",1,1,2 ], "a legal right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juristic act",1,1,2 ], "an act by an individual aimed at altering, terminating, or otherwise affecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juristic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to jurists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juristic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the study of law or the legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juristic",1,1,2 ], "profession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juror",1,1,1 ], "a member of a jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juror",1,1,2 ], "a person whose name is included on a panel from which a jury is selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juror",1,1,3 ], "a person who takes an oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jury box",1,1,1 ], "an enclosure where the jury sit in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jury process",1,1,1 ], "the writ used to summon jurors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jury",1,1,1 ], "a group of twelve people sworn to deliver a true verdict according to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jury",1,1,1 ], "evidence upon a case presented in a court of law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jury",1,1,2 ], "a body of persons appointed to judge a competition and award prizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jury",2,1,1 ], "(in combination) makeshift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jury-rigged",1,1,1 ], "set up in a makeshift manner, usually as a result of the loss of regular gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juryman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus canonicum",1,1,1 ], "canon law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus civile",1,1,1 ], "the civil law of the Roman state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus civile",1,1,2 ], "the body of law derived from the principles of this law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus divinum",1,1,1 ], "divine law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus gentium",1,1,1 ], "those rules of law common to all nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus naturale",1,1,1 ], "(originally) a system of law based on fundamental ideas of right and wrong;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus naturale",1,1,1 ], "natural law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jus naturale",1,1,2 ], "(in later usage) another term for jus gentium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus sanguinis",1,1,1 ], "natural parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jus sanguinis",1,1,1 ], "the principle that a person's nationality at birth is the same as that of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus soli",1,1,1 ], "territory within which he was born" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jus soli",1,1,1 ], "the principle that a person's nationality at birth is determined by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus",1,1,1 ], "a right, power, or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus",1,1,2 ], "law in the abstract or as a system, as distinguished from specific enactments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jussive",1,1,1 ], "another word for imperative ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just intonation",1,1,1 ], "a form of tuning employing the pitch intervals of the untempered natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just intonation",1,1,1 ], "scale, sometimes employed in the playing of the violin, cello, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "just noticeable difference",1,1,1 ], "the smallest detectable difference between two stimuli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,1 ], "(d#f'st)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,1,1 ], "fair or impartial in action or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,1,2 ], "the just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,2 ], "conforming to high moral standards; honest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,3 ], "consistent with justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,4 ], "rightly applied or given; deserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,5 ], "legally valid; lawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,6 ], "well-founded; reasonable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,1,7 ], "correct, accurate, or true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,1 ], "(d#f'st; unstressed d#f@t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,10 ], "just so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,10,1 ], "an expression of complete agreement or of unwillingness to dissent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,10,2 ], "conforming precisely to a required standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,2 ], "past" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,2 ], "used with forms of have to indicate an action performed in the very recent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,3 ], "at this very instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,4 ], "no more than; merely; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,5 ], "exactly; precisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,6 ], "by a small margin; barely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,7 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,8 ], "just about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,8,1 ], "at the point of starting (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,8,2 ], "very nearly; almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,9 ], "just a moment, second, or minute| an expression requesting the hearer to wait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "just",1,2,9 ], "or pause for a brief period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justice court",1,1,1 ], "an inferior court presided over by a justice of the peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice of the peace",1,1,1 ], "a lay magistrate, appointed by the crown or acting ex officio, whose function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice of the peace",1,1,1 ], "is to preserve the peace in his area, try summarily such cases as are within his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justice of the peace",1,1,1 ], "jurisdiction, and perform miscellaneous administrative duties" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,1 ], "the quality or fact of being just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,10 ], "bring to justice| to capture, try, and usually punish (a criminal, outlaw," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,10 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,2 ], "the moral principle that determines the fairness of actions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,3 ], "the administration of law according to prescribed and accepted principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,4 ], "conformity to the law; legal validity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,5 ], "a judge of the Supreme Court of Judicature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,6 ], "short for justice of the peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,7 ], "good reason (esp| in the phrase with justice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,8 ], "do justice to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,8,1 ], "to show to full advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,8,2 ], "to show full appreciation of by action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,8,3 ], "to treat or judge fairly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justice",1,1,9 ], "do oneself justice| to make full use of one's abilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justiceship",1,1,1 ], "the rank or office of a justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justiciable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being determined by a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justiciable",1,1,2 ], "liable to be brought before a court for trial; subject to jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justiciar",1,1,1 ], "Henry III, who deputized for the king in his absence and presided over the kings'" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justiciar",1,1,1 ], "courts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "justiciar",1,1,1 ], "the chief political and legal officer from the time of William I to that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justiciary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to the administration of justice",1). c_DEF([ "justiciary" ,1, 2, 2],"an officer or administrator of justice; judge",1). c_DEF([ "justiciary" ,1, 2, 3],"another word for justiciar",1). c_DEF([ "justifiable homicide",1,1,1 ], "lawful killing, as in the execution of a death sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justifiable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being justified; understandable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justification",1,1,1 ], "reasonable grounds for complaint, defence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justification",1,1,2 ], "the act of justifying; proof, vindication, or exculpation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justification",1,1,2,1 ], "the act of justifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justification",1,1,2,2 ], "the process of being justified or the condition of having been justified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justificatory",1,1,1 ], "serving as justification or capable of justifying; vindicatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to prove or see to be just or valid; vindicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,2 ], "to show to be reasonable; warrant or substantiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,3 ], "to declare or show to be free from blame or guilt; absolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,3,1 ], "to show good reason in court for (some action taken)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,3,2 ], "to show adequate grounds for doing (that with which a person is charged)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,4 ], "required length or (of a line of type) to fit exactly|CATEGORY Protestant theol|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,4 ], "to adjust the spaces between words in (a line of type) so that it is of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,5 ], "sinner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,5 ], "to account or declare righteous by the imputation of Christ's merits to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,5,2 ], "R|C| theol| to change from sinfulness to righteousness by the transforming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,5,2 ], "effects of grace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,6 ], "person) to qualify to provide bail or surety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "justify",1,1,6 ], "to prove (a person) to have sufficient means to act as surety, etc|, or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "justle",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for jostle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jus|",1,1,1 ], "justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jut",1,1,1 ], "to stick out or overhang beyond the surface or main part; protrude or project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jut",1,2,1 ], "something that juts out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jute",1,1,1 ], "capsularis or C| olitorius, cultivated for their strong fibre: family Tiliaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "jute",1,1,1 ], "either of two Old World tropical yellow-flowered herbaceous plants, Corchorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "jute",1,1,2 ], "this fibre, used in making sacks, rope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of juvenile ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenescence",1,1,1 ], "youth or immaturity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenescence",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of growing from childhood to youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenescence",1,1,3 ], "restoration of youth; rejuvenation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenescent",1,1,1 ], "becoming or being young or youthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile court",1,1,1 ], "a court that deals with juvenile offenders and children beyond parental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile court",1,1,1 ], "control or in need of care" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile delinquency",1,1,1 ], "antisocial or criminal conduct by juvenile delinquents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile delinquent",1,1,1 ], "a child or young person guilty of some offence, act of vandalism, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile delinquent",1,1,1 ], "antisocial behaviour or whose conduct is beyond parental control and who may be brought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile delinquent",1,1,1 ], "before a juvenile court" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile hormone",1,1,1 ], "a hormone, secreted by insects from a pair of glands behind the brain, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile hormone",1,1,1 ], "promotes the growth of larval characteristics and inhibits metamorphosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,1,1 ], "young, youthful, or immature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,1,2 ], "suitable or designed for young people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,1,3 ], "(of animals or plants) not yet fully mature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,1,4 ], "feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,1,4 ], "of or denoting young birds that have developed their first plumage of adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,2,1 ], "a juvenile person, animal, or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,2,2 ], "an actor who performs youthful roles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenile",1,2,3 ], "a book intended for young readers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenilia",1,1,1 ], "the artist, author, or composer has formed a mature style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "juvenilia",1,1,1 ], "works of art, literature, or music produced in youth or adolescence, before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenility",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being juvenile, esp| of being immature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenility",1,1,2 ], "a juvenile act or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juvenility",1,1,3 ], "juveniles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "juxtapose",1,1,1 ], "to place close together or side by side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "j|n|d|",1,1,1 ], "just noticeable difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "k" ,1, 1, 2],"the 11th letter and 8th consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "k" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a voiceless velar stop, as",1). c_DEF([ "k" ,1, 1, 3],"in kitten",2). c_DEF([ "k",1,1,1 ], "kilo(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "k",1,1,2 ], "the unit vector along the z-axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "k-meson",1,1,1 ], "another name for kaon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kHz",1,1,1 ], "kilohertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kV",1,1,1 ], "kilovolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kW",1,1,1 ], "kilowatt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kWh",1,1,1 ], "kilowatt-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ka",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Egypt) an attendant spirit supposedly dwelling as a vital force in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ka",1,1,1 ], "a man or statue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kab",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cab'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kabaka",1,1,1 ], "any of the former rulers of the Baganda people of S Uganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kabaragoya",1,1,1 ], "a very large monitor lizard, Varanus salvator, of SE Asia: it grows to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kabaragoya",1,1,1 ], "length of three metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kabbala",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of cabbala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kabob",1,1,1 ], "another name for kebab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kabuki",1,1,1 ], "a form of Japanese drama based on popular legends and characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kabuki",1,1,1 ], "elaborate costumes, stylized acting, and the use of male actors for all roles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kachang puteh",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) roasted or fried nuts or beans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kachina",1,1,1 ], "ancestors of living humans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kachina",1,1,1 ], "any of the supernatural beings believed by the Hopi Indians to be the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kadi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cadi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaffir beer",1,1,1 ], "beer made from sorghum (kaffir corn) or millet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaffir corn" ,1, 1, 1],"a Southern African variety of sorghum, cultivated in dry regions for its grain",1). c_DEF([ "kaffir corn" ,1, 1, 1],"and as fodder| Sometimes shortened to ,kaffir or (U|S|),kafir",2). c_DEF([ "kaftan",1,1,1 ], "a long coatlike garment, usually worn with a belt and made of rich fabric," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaftan",1,1,1 ], "worn in the East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaftan",1,1,2 ], "an imitation of this, worn, esp| by women, in the West, consisting of a loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaftan",1,1,2 ], "dress with long wide sleeves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kagu",1,1,1 ], "Gruiformes (cranes, rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kagu",1,1,1 ], "a crested nocturnal bird, Rhynochetos jubatus, with a red bill and greyish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kagu",1,1,1 ], "plumage: occurs only in New Caledonia and is nearly extinct: family Rhynochetidae, order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaiak",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kayak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaif" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,marijuana",1). c_DEF([ "kaif" ,1, 1, 2],"any drug or agent that when smoked is capable of producing a euphoric",1). c_DEF([ "kaif" ,1, 1, 2],"condition",2). c_DEF([ "kaif" ,1, 1, 3],"the euphoric condition produced by smoking marijuana",1). c_DEF([ "kaif",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kail",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kailyard",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kaleyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kain",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kainite",1,1,1 ], "a white mineral consisting of potassium chloride and magnesium sulphate: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kainite",1,1,1 ], "fertilizer and source of potassium salts| Formula: KCl|MgSO4|3H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kainogenesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for caenogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaka",1,1,1 ], "a green New Zealand parrot, Nestor meridionalis, with a long compressed bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kakapo",1,1,1 ], "a ground-living nocturnal parrot, Strigops habroptilus, of New Zealand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kakapo",1,1,1 ], "resembling an owl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kakemono",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese paper or silk wall hanging, usually long and narrow, with a picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kakemono",1,1,1 ], "or inscription on it and a roller at the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaki",1,1,1 ], "another name for Japanese persimmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kala-azar",1,1,1 ], "a tropical infectious disease caused by the protozoan Leishmania donovani in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kala-azar",1,1,1 ], "leishmaniasis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kala-azar",1,1,1 ], "the liver, spleen, etc|, characterized by fever and weight loss; visceral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kale",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated variety of cabbage, Brassica oleracea acephala, with crinkled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kale",1,1,1 ], "leaves: used as a potherb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kale",1,1,2 ], "a cabbage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kale",1,1,3 ], "money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaleidoscope",1,1,1 ], "an optical toy for producing symmetrical patterns by multiple reflections in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaleidoscope",1,1,1 ], "formed" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "kaleidoscope",1,1,1 ], "inclined mirrors enclosed in a tube| Loose pieces of coloured glass, paper, etc|, are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaleidoscope",1,1,1 ], "placed in the tube between the mirrors and as this is turned, changing patterns are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kaleidoscope",1,1,2 ], "any complex pattern of frequently changing shapes and colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaleidoscope",1,1,3 ], "a complicated set of circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalends",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of calends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaleyard school",1,1,1 ], "a group of writers who depicted the sentimental and homely aspects of life in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaleyard school",1,1,1 ], "school was J| M| Barrie" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kaleyard school",1,1,1 ], "the Scottish Lowlands from about 1880 to 1914| The best known contributor to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaleyard",1,1,1 ], "a vegetable garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kali",1,1,1 ], "another name for saltwort ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalian",1,1,1 ], "another name for hookah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalif",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caliph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalmia",1,1,1 ], "any evergreen ericaceous shrub of the North American genus Kalmia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalmia",1,1,1 ], "showy clusters of white or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kalong",1,1,1 ], "any fruit bat of the genus Pteropus;a flying fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalpa",1,1,1 ], "(in Hindu cosmology) a period in which the universe experiences a cycle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalpa",1,1,1 ], "creation and destruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kalpak",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of calpac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kalsomine",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of calcimine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamacite",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of iron and nickel, occurring in meteorites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamala",1,1,1 ], "an East Indian euphorbiaceous tree, Mallotus philippinensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamala",1,1,2 ], "a powder obtained from the seed capsules of this tree, used as a dye and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamala",1,1,2 ], "formerly as a worm powder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kame",1,1,1 ], "an irregular mound or ridge of gravel, sand, etc|, deposited by water derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kame",1,1,1 ], "from melting glaciers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kami",1,1,1 ], "a divine being or spiritual force in Shinto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamikaze",1,1,1 ], "(in World War II)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamikaze",1,1,1,1 ], "one of a group of Japanese pilots who performed suicidal missions by crashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamikaze",1,1,1,1 ], "their aircraft, loaded with explosives, into an enemy target, esp| a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kamikaze",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamikaze",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft used for such a mission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kampong",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kamseen",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of khamsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kana",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese syllabary, which consists of two written varieties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kanamycin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic obtained from the soil bacterium Streptomyces kanamyceticus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kanamycin",1,1,1 ], "bacteria| Formula: C18H36N4O11" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kanamycin",1,1,1 ], "used in the treatment of various infections, esp| those caused by Gram-negative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kanga",1,1,1 ], "Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kanga",1,1,1 ], "a piece of gaily decorated thin cotton cloth used as a garment by women in E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo closure",1,1,1 ], "a form of closure in which the chairman or speaker selects certain amendments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo closure",1,1,1 ], "for discussion and excludes others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo court",1,1,1 ], "an irregular court, esp| one set up by prisoners in a jail or by trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo court",1,1,1 ], "unionists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo grass",1,1,1 ], "a tall widespread Australian grass, Themeda australis, which is highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo grass",1,1,1 ], "palatable to cattle and is used for fodder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo paw",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the Australian genus Anigozanthos, having green-and-red hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo paw",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Haemodoraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo rat",1,1,1 ], "and tails: family Heteromyidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo rat",1,1,1 ], "any small leaping rodent of the genus Dipodomys, related to the squirrels and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo rat",1,1,1 ], "inhabiting desert regions of North America, having a stocky body and very long hind legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo rat",1,1,2 ], "any of several leaping murine rodents of the Australian genus Notomys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo",1,1,1 ], "Australia and New Guinea, having large powerful hind legs, used for leaping, and a long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo",1,1,1 ], "any large herbivorous marsupial of the genus Macropus and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo",1,1,1 ], "thick tail: family Macropodidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo",1,2,1 ], "(of a car) to move forward or to cause (a car) to move forward with short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kangaroo",1,2,1 ], "sudden jerks, as a result of improper use of the clutch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kanji",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese syllabary derived from Chinese orthography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kantar",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight used in E Mediterranean countries, equivalent to 100 pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kantar",1,1,1 ], "or 45 kilograms but varying from place to place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kanzu",1,1,1 ], "a long garment, usually white, with long sleeves, worn by E African men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaoliang",1,1,1 ], "any of various E Asian varieties of the sorghum Sorghum vulgare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaolin",1,1,1 ], "a fine white clay used for the manufacture of hard-paste porcelain and bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaolin",1,1,1 ], "china and in medicine as a poultice and gastrointestinal absorbent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaolinite",1,1,1 ], "a white or grey clay mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium silicate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaolinite",1,1,1 ], "triclinic crystalline form, the main constituent of kaolin| Formula: Al2Si2O5(OH)4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaon",1,1,1 ], "a meson that has a positive or negative charge and a rest mass of about 996" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaon",1,1,1 ], "electron masses, or no charge and a rest mass of 964 electron masses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kapellmeister",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of an orchestra, esp| the private orchestra of an 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kapellmeister",1,1,1 ], "century German prince" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kaph",1,1,1 ], "the 11th letter of the Hebrew alphabet ( or, at the end of a word, )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaph",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as k or, when final, kh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kapok",1,1,1 ], "a silky fibre obtained from the hairs covering the seeds of a tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kapok",1,1,1 ], "bombacaceous tree, Ceiba pentandra used for stuffing pillows, etc|, and for sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kapok",1,1,1 ], "insulation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kappa",1,1,1 ], "as c or k" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kappa",1,1,1 ], "the tenth letter in the Greek alphabet (#GK, #Gk), a consonant, transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaput",1,1,1 ], "ruined, broken, or not functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karabiner",1,1,1 ], "a metal clip with a spring for attaching to a piton or joining two ropes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karakul",1,1,1 ], "a breed of sheep of central Asia having coarse black, grey, or brown hair: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karakul",1,1,1 ], "lambs have soft curled usually black hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "karakul",1,1,2 ], "the fur prepared from these lambs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karat",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of carat ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karate",1,1,1 ], "a traditional Japanese system of unarmed combat, employing smashes, chops," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karate",1,1,1 ], "kicks, etc|, made with the hands, feet, elbows, or legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "karma",1,1,1 ], "the principle of retributive justice determining a person's state of life and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karma",1,1,1 ], "the state of his reincarnations as the effect of his past deeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "karma",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine of inevitable consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karma",1,1,3 ], "destiny or fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karoo",1,1,1 ], "a dry tableland of southern Africa, with semidesert vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kaross",1,1,1 ], "a garment of skins worn by indigenous peoples in southern Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karri",1,1,1 ], "an Australian eucalyptus tree, Eucalyptus diversifolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karri",1,1,2 ], "the durable wood of this tree, used for construction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karst",1,1,1 ], "as modifier denoting the characteristic scenery of a limestone region," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karst",1,1,1 ], "including underground streams, gorges, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kart",1,1,1 ], "a light low-framed vehicle with small wheels and engine used for recreational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kart",1,1,1 ], "racing (karting)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "karyo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the nucleus of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyogamy",1,1,1 ], "the fusion of two gametic nuclei during fertilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyokinesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for mitosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyolymph",1,1,1 ], "the liquid portion of the nucleus of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyolysis",1,1,1 ], "the disintegration of a cell nucleus, which occurs on death of the cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyoplasm",1,1,1 ], "another name for nucleoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyosome",1,1,1 ], "any of the dense aggregates of chromatin in the nucleus of a cell: thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyosome",1,1,1 ], "be thickened segments of chromosomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "karyosome",1,1,2 ], "the nucleus of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyotin",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for chromatin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "karyotype",1,1,1 ], "species, with reference to their number, size, shape, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "karyotype",1,1,1 ], "the appearance of the chromosomes in a somatic cell of an individual or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kasbah" ,1, 1, 2],"the citadel of any of various North African cities",1). c_DEF([ "kasbah" ,1, 1, 3],"the quarter in which a kasbah is located",1). c_DEF([ "kasha",1,1,1 ], "a dish originating in Eastern Europe, consisting of boiled or baked buckwheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kasher",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kosher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kashmir",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cashmere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kat",1,1,1 ], "a white-flowered evergreen shrub, Catha edulis, of Africa and Arabia, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kat",1,1,1 ], "leaves have narcotic properties and are chewed or prepared as a drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kata-",1,1,1 ], "variant of cata-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katabasis",1,1,1 ], "Cunaxa, from the Euphrates to the Black Sea in 401-400 b|c| under the leadership of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "katabasis",1,1,1 ], "Xenophon: recounted in his Anabasis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "katabasis",1,1,1 ], "the retreat of the Greek mercenaries of Cyrus the Younger, after his death at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katabasis",1,1,2 ], "a retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katabatic",1,1,1 ], "(of winds) blowing downhill through having become denser with cooling, esp| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katabatic",1,1,1 ], "night when heat is lost from the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "katabolism",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of catabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katakana",1,1,1 ], "Japanese, based on Chinese ideograms| It is used mainly for scientific articles and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "katakana",1,1,1 ], "official documents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "katakana",1,1,1 ], "one of the two systems of syllabic writing employed for the representation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katharsis",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of catharsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katydid",1,1,1 ], "any typically green long-horned grasshopper of the genus Microcentrum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katydid",1,1,1 ], "related genera, living among the foliage of trees in North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "katzenjammer",1,1,1 ], "a confused uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "katzenjammer",1,1,2 ], "a hangover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kauri",1,1,1 ], "a New Zealand coniferous tree, Agathis australis, with oval leaves and round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kauri",1,1,1 ], "cones, cultivated for wood and resin: family Araucariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kauri",1,1,2 ], "the wood or resin of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kava",1,1,1 ], "a Polynesian shrub, Piper methysticum: family Piperaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kava",1,1,2 ], "an alcoholic drink prepared from the aromatic roots of this shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kayak",1,1,1 ], "a small light canoe-like boat used by Eskimos, consisting of a light frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kayak",1,1,1 ], "covered with watertight animal skins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kayo",1,2,1 ], "another term for knockout or knock out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kazachok",1,1,1 ], "a Russian folk dance in which the performer executes high kicks from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kazachok",1,1,1 ], "squatting position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kazoo",1,1,1 ], "a cigar-shaped musical instrument of metal or plastic with a membranous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kazoo",1,1,1 ], "diaphragm of thin paper that vibrates with a nasal sound when the player hums into it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kb",1,1,1 ], "kilobar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kc",1,1,1 ], "kilocycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kcal",1,1,1 ], "kilocalorie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kea",1,1,1 ], "a large New Zealand parrot, Nestor notabilis, with brownish-green plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kebab",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of small pieces of meat, tomatoes, onions, etc|, threaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kebab",1,1,1 ], "onto skewers and grilled, generally over charcoal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keck",1,1,1 ], "to retch or feel nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keck",1,1,2 ], "to feel or express disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keck",2,1,1 ], "another name for cow parsnip and cow parsley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keddah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kheda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kedge",1,1,1 ], "been dropped at some distance from it, or (of a vessel) to be drawn in this fashion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kedge",1,1,1 ], "to draw (a vessel) along by hauling in on the cable of a light anchor that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kedge",1,2,1 ], "a light anchor, used esp| for kedging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kedgeree",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of rice, cooked flaked fish, and hard-boiled eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keef",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keek",1,2,1 ], "a Scot| word for peep ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel arch",1,1,1 ], "another name for ogee arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel over",1,1,1 ], "to turn upside down; capsize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel over",1,2,1 ], "to collapse suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",1,1,1 ], "frames are fastened and that may extend into the water to provide lateral stability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keel",1,1,1 ], "one of the main longitudinal structural members of a vessel to which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",1,1,2 ], "on an even keel| well-balanced; steady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",1,1,3 ], "any structure corresponding to or resembling the keel of a ship, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",1,1,3 ], "central member along the bottom of an aircraft fuselage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keel",1,1,4 ], "a ridgelike part; carina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",1,1,5 ], "a poetic word for ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",2,1,2 ], "a flat-bottomed vessel, esp| one used for carrying coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",2,1,3 ], "a measure of coal equal to about 21 tons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",3,1,1 ], "red ochre stain used for marking sheep, timber, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",3,2,1 ], "to mark with this stain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",4,1,1 ], "an archaic word for cool (esp| in the phrase keel the pot)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keel",5,1,1 ], "a fatal disease of young ducks, characterized by intestinal bleeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keelboat",1,1,1 ], "a river boat with a shallow draught and a keel, used for freight and moved by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keelboat",1,1,1 ], "towing, punting, or rowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keelhaul",1,1,1 ], "the water under the keel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keelhaul",1,1,1 ], "to drag (a person) by a rope from one side of a vessel to the other through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keelhaul",1,1,2 ], "to rebuke harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keelson",1,1,1 ], "a longitudinal beam fastened to the keel of a vessel for strength and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keelson",1,1,1 ], "stiffness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,1,1 ], "eager or enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,1 ], "fond (of); devoted (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,2 ], "intellectually acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,3 ], "(of sight, smell, hearing, etc|) capable of recognizing fine distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,4 ], "having a sharp cutting edge or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,5 ], "extremely cold and penetrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,6 ], "intense or strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,7 ], "extremely competitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",1,2,8 ], "very good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",2,1,1 ], "to lament the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keen",2,2,1 ], "a dirge or lament for the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep at",1,1,1 ], "to persevere with or persist in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep at",1,2,1 ], "to constrain (a person) to continue doing (a task)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep away",1,1,1 ], "to refrain or prevent from coming (near)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep away",1,1,2 ], "to stop using, touching, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep back",1,1,1 ], "to refuse to reveal or disclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep back",1,1,2 ], "to prevent, be prevented, or refrain from advancing, entering, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep down",1,1,1 ], "to repress; hold in submission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep down",1,1,2 ], "to restrain or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep down",1,1,3 ], "to cause not to increase or rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep down",1,2,1 ], "not to show oneself to one's opponents; lie low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep down",1,2,2 ], "to cause (food) to stay in the stomach; not vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep from",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by a gerund) to prevent or restrain (oneself or another); refrain or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep from",1,1,1 ], "cause to refrain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keep from",1,2,1 ], "to preserve or protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep in",1,1,1 ], "to stay indoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep in",1,2,1 ], "to restrain (an emotion); repress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep in",1,3,1 ], "to detain (a schoolchild) after hours as a punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep in",1,3,2 ], "(of a fire) to stay alight or cause (a fire) to stay alight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep in",1,4,1 ], "to allow a constant supply of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep in",1,4,2 ], "keep in with| to maintain good relations with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep off",1,1,1 ], "to stay or cause to stay at a distance (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep off",1,1,2 ], "not to eat or drink or prevent from eating or drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep off",1,1,3 ], "to avoid or cause to avoid (a topic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep off",1,2,1 ], "not to start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep on",1,1,1 ], "to continue or persist in (doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep on",1,2,1 ], "to continue to wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep on",1,3,1 ], "to continue to employ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep on",1,4,1 ], "to persist in talking (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep on",1,5,1 ], "to nag (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep out",1,1,1 ], "to remain or cause to remain outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep out",1,1,2 ], "keep out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep out",1,1,2,1 ], "to remain or cause to remain unexposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep out",1,1,2,2 ], "to avoid or cause to avoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep to",1,1,1 ], "to adhere to or stand by or cause to adhere to or stand by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep to",1,1,2 ], "to confine or be confined to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep to",1,1,3 ], "keep to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep to",1,1,3,1 ], "to avoid the society of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep to",1,1,3,2 ], "to refrain from sharing or disclosing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep to",1,1,4 ], "keep oneself to oneself| to avoid the society of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep under",1,1,1 ], "to remain or cause to remain below (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep under",1,2,1 ], "to cause to remain unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep under",1,3,1 ], "to hold in submission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,1,1 ], "to maintain (prices, one's morale) at the present level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,2,1 ], "to maintain a pace or rate set by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,3,1 ], "to remain informed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,4,1 ], "to maintain in good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,5,1 ], "to hinder (a person) from going to bed at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,5,2 ], "keep it up| to continue a good performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,5,3 ], "keep one's chin up| to maintain one's courage or cheerfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,5,4 ], "keep up with| to remain in contact, esp| by letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,5,5 ], "keep up with Informal| to compete with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep up",1,5,6 ], "(one''s neighbours) in material possessions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,1,1 ], "to have or retain possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,10,1 ], "to maintain by writing regular records in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,10,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by in, on, to, etc|) to stay in, on, or at (a place or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,10,2 ], "position)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,11,1 ], "to associate with (esp| in the phrase keep bad company)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,12,1 ], "to maintain in existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,13,1 ], "to have habitually in stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,13,2 ], "how are you keepinghow are you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,13,3 ], "keep tabs on Informal| to continue to be informed about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,13,4 ], "keep time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,13,5 ], "keep wicket| to play as wicketkeeper in the game of cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,13,6 ], "you can keep it| Informal| I have no interest in what you are offering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,14,1 ], "living or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,14,2 ], "charge or care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,14,3 ], "the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,14,4 ], "for keeps| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,14,4,1 ], "completely; permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,14,4,2 ], "for the winner or possessor to keep permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,2,1 ], "to have temporary possession or charge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,3,1 ], "to store in a customary place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,3,2 ], "to remain or cause to remain in a specified state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,3,3 ], "to continue or cause to continue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,4,1 ], "to have or take charge or care of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,5,1 ], "to look after or maintain for use, pleasure, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,6,1 ], "to provide for the upkeep or livelihood of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,7,1 ], "to support financially, esp| in return for sexual favours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,7,2 ], "to confine or detain or be confined or detained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,7,3 ], "to withhold or reserve or admit of withholding or reserving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,8,1 ], "to refrain from divulging or violating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,8,2 ], "to preserve or admit of preservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keep",1,9,1 ], "to observe with due rites or ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper ring",1,1,1 ], "another name for guard ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of animals, esp| in a zoo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper",1,1,2 ], "a person in charge of a museum, collection, or section of a museum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper",1,1,3 ], "a person in charge of other people, such as a warder in a jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper",1,1,4 ], "a person who keeps something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper",1,1,5 ], "a device, such as a clip, for keeping something in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper",1,1,6 ], "a soft-iron or steel bar placed across the poles of a permanent magnet to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeper",1,1,6 ], "close the magnetic circuit when it is not in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keeping",1,1,1 ], "conformity or harmony (esp| in the phrases in or out of keeping)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeping",1,1,2 ], "charge or care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keepnet",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical net strung on wire hoops and sealed at one end, suspended in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keepnet",1,1,1 ], "water by anglers to keep alive the fish they have caught" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keepsake",1,1,1 ], "a gift that evokes memories of a person or event with which it is associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeshond",1,1,1 ], "a breed of dog of the Spitz type with a shaggy greyish coat and tightly curled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keeshond",1,1,1 ], "tail, originating in Holland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kef",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keffiyeh",1,1,1 ], "a cotton headdress worn by Arabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keg",1,1,1 ], "a small barrel with a capacity of between five and ten gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keg",1,1,1,1 ], "an aluminium container in which beer is transported and stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keg",1,1,1,2 ], "the beer kept in a keg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kegler",1,1,1 ], "a participant in a game of tenpin bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keister",1,1,1 ], "the rump; buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keister",1,1,2 ], "a suitcase, trunk, or box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keitloa",1,1,1 ], "a southern African variety of the black two-horned rhinoceros, Diceros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keitloa",1,1,1 ], "bicornis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keloid",1,1,1 ], "a hard smooth pinkish raised growth of scar tissue at the site of an injury," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keloid",1,1,1 ], "tending to occur more frequently in dark-skinned races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kelp",1,1,1 ], "any large brown seaweed, esp| any species of Laminaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelp",1,1,2 ], "the ash of such seaweed, used as a source of iodine and potash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelpie",1,1,1 ], "a breed of sheepdog with pointed ears, originally from Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelpie",2,1,1 ], "(in Scottish folklore) a water spirit in the form of a horse that drowned its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelpie",2,1,1 ], "riders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kelson",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of keelson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelt",1,1,1 ], "a salmon that has recently spawned and is usually in poor condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelter",1,1,1 ], "order or condition (esp| in the phrases in good kelter, out of kelter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelvin",1,1,1 ], "the basic SI unit of thermodynamic temperature; the fraction 1/273|16 of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kelvin",1,1,1 ], "thermodynamic temperature of the triple point of water| Symbol: K" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kempt",1,1,1 ], "(of hair) tidy combed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ken" ,1, 1, 1],"range of knowledge or perception (esp| in the phrase beyond or in one's ken)",1). c_DEF([ "ken" ,1, 2, 1],"Northern Brit| dialect",1). c_DEF([ "ken" ,1, 2, 2],"to know",1). c_DEF([ "ken" ,1, 2, 3],"dialect",1). c_DEF([ "ken" ,1, 2, 4],"to understand; perceive",1). c_DEF([ "ken" ,1, 2, 5],"Archaic",1). c_DEF([ "ken" ,1, 2, 6],"to see",1). c_DEF([ "kenaf",1,1,1 ], "another name for ambary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kendo",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese form of fencing employing wooden staves, usually of bamboo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kennel",1,1,1 ], "a hutlike shelter for a dog| U|S| name: doghouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kennel",1,1,2 ], "an establishment where dogs are bred, trained, boarded, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kennel",1,1,3 ], "the lair of a fox or other animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kennel",1,1,4 ], "a ramshackle house; hovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kennel",1,1,5 ], "a pack of hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kennel",1,2,1 ], "to put or go into a kennel; keep or stay in a kennel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kennel",2,1,1 ], "an open sewer or street gutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kenning",1,1,1 ], "English poetry, such as Old English banhus (bone house) for body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kenning",1,1,1 ], "a conventional metaphoric name for something, esp| in Old Norse and Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keno",1,1,1 ], "a game of chance similar to bingo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kenogenesis",1,1,1 ], "a secondary U|S| spelling of caenogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kenosis",1,1,1 ], "Christ's voluntary renunciation of certain divine attributes, in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kenosis",1,1,1 ], "identify himself with mankind (Philippians 2:6-7)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kenspeckle",1,1,1 ], "easily seen or recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kent",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of ken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kente",1,1,1 ], "a brightly coloured handwoven cloth of Ghana, usually with some gold thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kente",1,1,2 ], "the toga made of this cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kentledge",1,1,1 ], "scrap metal used as ballast in a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kep",1,1,1 ], "dialect| to catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kepi",1,1,1 ], "a military cap with a circular top and a horizontal peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kept",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of keep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kept",1,1,2 ], "kept woman| Censorious| a woman maintained by a man as his mistress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keramic",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of ceramic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keramics",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of ceramics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratin",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous sulphur-containing protein that occurs in the outer layer of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratin",1,1,1 ], "skin and in hair, nails, feathers, hooves, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keratinize",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become impregnated with keratin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the cornea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerato-",1,1,1 ], "indicating horn or a horny substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratogenous",1,1,1 ], "developing or causing the growth of horny tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling horn; horny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratoplasty",1,1,1 ], "plastic surgery of the cornea, esp| involving corneal grafting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratose",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of certain sponges) having a horny skeleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratosis",1,1,1 ], "any skin condition marked by a horny growth, such as a wart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keratosis",1,1,2 ], "a horny growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerb drill",1,1,1 ], "a pedestrian's procedure for crossing a road safely, esp| as taught to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerb drill",1,1,1 ], "children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kerb market",1,1,1 ], "an after-hours street market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerb market",1,1,2 ], "a street market dealing in unquoted securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerb weight",1,1,1 ], "the weight of a motor car without occupants, luggage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerb",1,1,1 ], "a line of stone or concrete forming an edge between a pavement and a roadway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerb",1,2,1 ], "to provide with or enclose with a kerb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerbaya",1,1,1 ], "a blouse worn by Malay women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerbing",1,1,1 ], "material used for a kerb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerbing",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for kerb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerbstone",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of stones that form a kerb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerchief",1,1,1 ], "a piece of cloth worn tied over the head or around the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerf",1,1,1 ], "the cut made by a saw, axe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerfuffle",1,1,1 ], "commotion; disorder; agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerfuffle",1,2,1 ], "to put into disorder or disarray; ruffle or disarrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kermes",1,1,1 ], "of Europe and W Asia, used as a red dyestuff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kermes",1,1,1 ], "the dried bodies of female scale insects of the genus Kermes, esp| K| ilices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kermes",1,1,2 ], "a small evergreen Eurasian oak tree, Quercus coccifera: the host plant of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kermes",1,1,2 ], "kermes scale insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kermis",1,1,1 ], "(in Belgium and the Netherlands, esp| formerly) an annual country festival or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kermis",1,1,1 ], "carnival" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kermis",1,1,2 ], "a similar event, esp| one held to collect money for charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kern",1,1,1 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kern",1,1,1 ], "the part of the character on a piece of printer's type that projects beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kern",1,2,1 ], "to furnish (a typeface) with a kern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kern",2,1,1 ], "a lightly armed foot soldier in medieval Ireland or Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kern",2,1,2 ], "a troop of such soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kern",2,1,3 ], "a loutish peasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kern",3,1,1 ], "pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kern",3,1,1 ], "the central area of a wall, column, etc|, through which all compressive forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kernel" ,1, 1, 1],"the edible seed of a nut or fruit within the shell or stone",1). c_DEF([ "kernel" ,1, 1, 2],"the grain of a cereal, esp| wheat, consisting of the seed in a hard husk",1). c_DEF([ "kernel" ,1, 1, 3],"the central or essential part of something",1). c_DEF([ "kernel" ,1, 3, 2],"to form kernels",1). c_DEF([ "kernite",1,1,1 ], "a light soft colourless or white mineral consisting of a hydrated sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kernite",1,1,1 ], "borate in monoclinic crystalline form: an important source of borax and other boron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kernite",1,1,1 ], "compounds| Formula: Na2B4O7|4H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kerosene",1,1,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kerosene",1,1,1 ], "another name for paraffin, (esp| U|S|) except when used as a fuel for jet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kersey",1,1,1 ], "a smooth woollen cloth used for overcoats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kersey",1,1,2 ], "a twilled woollen cloth with a cotton warp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kerseymere",1,1,1 ], "a fine soft woollen cloth of twill weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kestrel",1,1,1 ], "any of several small falcons, esp| the European Falco tinnunculus, that tend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kestrel",1,1,1 ], "to hover against the wind and feed on small mammals on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ketch",1,1,1 ], "a two-masted sailing vessel, fore-and-aft rigged, with a tall mainmast and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketch",1,1,1 ], "mizzen stepped forward of the rudderpost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ketchup" ,1, 1, 1],"catchup, or catsupn",1). c_DEF([ "ketchup" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various piquant sauces containing vinegar",1). c_DEF([ "ketene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless irritating toxic gas used as an acetylating agent in organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketene",1,1,1 ], "synthesis| Formula: CH2CO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keto form",1,1,1 ], "the form of tautomeric compounds when they are ketones rather than enols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound is a ketone or is derived from a ketone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keto-enol tautomerism",1,1,1 ], "occurs by transfer of a hydrogen atom within the molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keto-enol tautomerism",1,1,1 ], "tautomerism in which the tautomers are an enol and a keto form| The change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketone body",1,1,1 ], "Excess ketone bodies are present in the blood and urine of people unable to use" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ketone body",1,1,1 ], "any of three compounds (acetoacetic acid, 3-hydroxybutanoic acid, and acetone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketone body",1,1,1 ], "glucose as an energy source, as in diabetes and starvation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ketone body",1,1,1 ], "produced when fatty acids are broken down in the liver to provide a source of energy|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ketone group",1,1,1 ], "of two other organic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ketone group",1,1,1 ], "the functional group of ketones: a carbonyl group attached to the carbon atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketone",1,1,1 ], "R'' are usually alkyl or aryl groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ketone",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of compounds with the general formula R''COR, where R and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketonuria",1,1,1 ], "the presence of ketone bodies in the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketose",1,1,1 ], "any monosaccharide that contains a ketone group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketosis",1,1,1 ], "the condition resulting from excess production of ketone bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ketoxime",1,1,1 ], "an oxime formed by reaction between hydroxylamine and a ketone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettle hole",1,1,1 ], "a round hollow formed by the melting of a mass of buried ice| Often shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettle hole",1,1,1 ], "to kettle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kettle of fish",1,1,1 ], "an awkward situation; mess (often used ironically in the phrase a pretty or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettle of fish",1,1,1 ], "fine kettle of fish)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kettle",1,1,1 ], "a metal container with a handle and spout for boiling water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettle",1,1,2 ], "any of various metal containers for heating liquids, cooking fish, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettle",1,1,3 ], "an open-topped refractory-lined steel vessel in which metals with low melting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettle",1,1,3 ], "points are refined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kettle",1,1,4 ], "short for kettle hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettledrum",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of a hollow bowl-like hemisphere covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kettledrum",1,1,1 ], "by means of screws or pedals, which alter the tension of the skin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kettledrum",1,1,1 ], "with a skin or membrane, supported on a tripod or stand| The pitch may be adjusted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kevel",1,1,1 ], "a strong bitt or bollard for securing heavy hawsers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kewpie doll",1,1,1 ], "any brightly coloured doll, commonly given as a prize at carnivals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kewpie doll",1,1,2 ], "a doll having rosy cheeks and a curl of hair on its head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kex",1,1,1 ], "and chervil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kex",1,1,1 ], "any of several large hollow-stemmed umbelliferous plants, such as cow parsnip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kex",1,1,2 ], "the dried stalks of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key fruit",1,1,1 ], "another name for samara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key money",1,1,1 ], "a fee payment required from a new tenant of a house or flat before he moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key money",1,1,1 ], "in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key punch" ,1, 1, 1],"a device having a keyboard that is operated manually to transfer data onto",1). c_DEF([ "key punch" ,1, 1, 1],"punched cards, paper tape, etc",2). c_DEF([ "key punch" ,1, 2, 2],"to transfer (data) onto punched cards, paper tape, etc|, by using a key punch",1). c_DEF([ "key signature",1,1,1 ], "a group of sharps or flats appearing at the beginning of each stave line to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key signature",1,1,1 ], "indicate the key in which a piece, section, etc|, is to be performed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key up",1,1,1 ], "to raise the intensity, excitement, tension, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key word",1,1,1 ], "a word used as a key to a code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key word",1,1,2 ], "any significant word or thing, esp| a word used to describe the contents of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key word",1,1,2 ], "document" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,1 ], "a metal instrument, usually of a specifically contoured shape, that is made to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,1 ], "fit a lock and, when rotated, operates the lock's mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,10 ], "a list of explanations of symbols, codes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,11 ], "a text that explains or gives information about a work of literature, art, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,11 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,12 ], "the correct initial move in the solution of a set problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,13 ], "a systematic list of taxonomic characteristics, used to identify animals or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,13 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,14 ], "the dominant tonal value and colour intensity of a picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,14,1 ], "a hand-operated device for opening or closing a circuit or for switching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,14,1 ], "circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,14,2 ], "a hand-operated switch for transmitting coded signals, esp| Morse code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,15 ], "plaster, etc|, to provide a bond for a subsequent finish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,15 ], "the grooving or scratching of a surface or the application of a rough coat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,16 ], "pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,17 ], "a characteristic mood or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,18 ], "level of intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,19 ], "a wooden wedge placed between a rail and a chair to keep the rail firmly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,19 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,2 ], "any instrument that is rotated to operate a valve, clock winding mechanism," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,20 ], "a wedge for tightening a joint or for splitting stone or timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,21 ], "short for keystone ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,22 ], "any dry winged fruit, esp| that of the ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,23 ], "of great importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,24 ], "determining the tonal value of a photograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,3 ], "a small metal peg or wedge inserted into keyways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,4 ], "any of a set of levers operating a typewriter, computer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,5 ], "any of the visible parts of the lever mechanism of a musical keyboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,5 ], "instrument that when depressed set in motion the action that causes the instrument to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,5 ], "sound" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,5,1 ], "tonality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,6 ], "any of the 24 major and minor diatonic scales considered as a corpus of notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,6 ], "upon which a piece of music draws for its tonal framework" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,6,2 ], "the main tonal centre in an extended composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,6,3 ], "the tonic of a major or minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,7 ], "something that is crucial in providing an explanation or interpretation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,8 ], "a means of achieving a desired end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,1,9 ], "a means of access or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,1 ], "(foll| by to) to harmonize (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,2 ], "to adjust or fasten with a key or some similar device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,3 ], "to provide with a key or keys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by up) to locate the position of (a piece of copy, artwork, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,4 ], "on a layout by the use of symbols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,5 ], "responses to it can be identified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,5 ], "to include a distinguishing device in (an advertisement, etc|), so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",1,2,6 ], "to provide a keystone for (an arch)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "key",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keyboard",1,1,1,1 ], "a complete set of keys, usually hand-operated, as on a piano, organ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keyboard",1,1,1,1 ], "typewriter, or typesetting machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keyboard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keyboard",1,2,1 ], "to set (a text) in type, onto magnetic tape, or into some other medium by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keyboard",1,2,1 ], "using a keyboard machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keyhole",1,1,1 ], "an aperture in a door or a lock case through which a key may be passed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keyhole",1,1,1 ], "engage the lock mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keyhole",1,1,1,1 ], "any small aperture resembling a keyhole in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keyhole",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keynote",1,1,1,1 ], "a central or determining principle in a speech, literary work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keynote",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keynote",1,1,2 ], "the note upon which a scale or key is based; tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keynote",1,2,1 ], "to deliver a keynote address to (a political convention, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keynote",1,2,2 ], "to outline (political issues, policy, etc|) in or as in a keynote address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keystone",1,1,1 ], "the central stone at the top of an arch or the top stone of a dome or vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keystone",1,1,2 ], "something that is necessary to connect or support a number of other related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keystone",1,1,2 ], "things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keystroke",1,1,1 ], "a single operation of the mechanism of a typewriter or keyboard-operated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keystroke",1,1,1 ], "typesetting machine by the action of a key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "keyway",1,1,1 ], "a longitudinal slot cut into a component to accept a key that engages with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "keyway",1,1,1 ], "similar slot on a mating component to prevent relative motion of the two components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kg",1,1,1 ], "kilogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kg",1,1,2 ], "keg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khaddar",1,1,1 ], "a cotton cloth of plain weave, produced in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khaki",1,1,1,1 ], "a dull yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khaki",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard-wearing fabric of this colour, used esp| for military uniforms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khaki",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khaki",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khalif",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of caliph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khamsin" ,1, 1, 1],"kamseen, or kamsinn",1). c_DEF([ "khamsin" ,1, 1, 2],"a hot southerly wind blowing from about March to May, esp| in Egypt",1). c_DEF([ "khan",1,1,1,1 ], "(formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khan",1,1,2 ], "a title borne by medieval Chinese emperors and Mongol and Turkic rulers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khan",1,1,2 ], "usually added to a name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "khan",1,1,2,2 ], "such a ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khan",1,1,3 ], "Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "khan",1,1,3 ], "a title of respect borne by important personages in Afghanistan and central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khan",2,1,1 ], "an inn in Turkey, certain Arab countries, etc|; caravanserai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khanate",1,1,1 ], "the territory ruled by a khan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khanate",1,1,2 ], "the position or rank of a khan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khanga",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kanga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kharif",1,1,1 ], "(in Pakistan, India, etc|) a crop that is harvested at the beginning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kharif",1,1,1 ], "winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "khat",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khayal",1,1,1 ], "a kind of Indian classical vocal music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kheda",1,1,1 ], "(in India, Burma, etc|) an enclosure into which wild elephants are driven to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kheda",1,1,1 ], "be captured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "khedive",1,1,1 ], "the viceroy of Egypt under Ottoman suzerainty (1867-1914)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khuskhus",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic perennial Indian grass, Vetiveria zizanioides (or Andropogon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "khuskhus",1,1,1 ], "squarrosus), whose roots are woven into mats, fans, and baskets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiaat",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African leguminous tree, Pterocarpus angolensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiaat",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree, used for furniture, floors, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiang",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the wild ass, Equus hemionus, that occurs in Tibet and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiang",1,1,1 ], "surrounding regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kibble",1,1,1 ], "a bucket used in wells or in mining for hoisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibble",2,1,1 ], "to grind into small pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibbutz",1,1,1 ], "a collective agricultural settlement in modern Israel, owned and administered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibbutz",1,1,1 ], "communally by its members and on which children are reared collectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kibe",1,1,1 ], "a chilblain, esp| an ulcerated one on the heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibitka",1,1,1 ], "(in Russia) a covered sledge or wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibitka",1,1,2 ], "a felt tent used among the Tatars of central Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibitka",1,1,3 ], "a Tatar family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibitz",1,1,1 ], "to interfere or offer unwanted advice, esp| as a spectator at a card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiblah",1,1,1 ], "by a niche (mihrab) in the wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiblah",1,1,1 ], "the direction of Mecca, to which Muslims turn in prayer, indicated in mosques" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibosh",1,1,1 ], "put the kibosh on| to put a stop to; prevent from continuing; halt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kibosh",1,2,1 ], "to put a stop to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick about",1,2,1 ], "to treat harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick about",1,3,1 ], "to discuss (ideas, etc|) informally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick about",1,4,1 ], "to wander aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick about",1,5,1 ], "to lie neglected or forgotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick about",1,6,1 ], "to be present in (some place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick off" ,1, 1, 1],"field",2). c_DEF([ "kick off" ,1, 1, 1],"to start play in a game of football by kicking the ball from the centre of the",1). c_DEF([ "kick off" ,1, 1, 2],"to commence (a discussion, job, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "kick out" ,1, 1, 1],"to eject or dismiss",1). c_DEF([ "kick out" ,1, 2, 1],"shifting weight to the back of the board with the foot",2). c_DEF([ "kick out" ,1, 2, 1],"to turn a skateboard or surfboard into the air, as in surfing over a wave, by",1). c_DEF([ "kick out" ,1, 3, 2],"an act or instance of kicking out",1). c_DEF([ "kick pleat",1,1,1 ], "a back pleat at the hem of a straight skirt to allow the wearer greater ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick pleat",1,1,1 ], "in walking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kick turn",1,1,1 ], "a standing turn performed by swivelling each ski separately through 180" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick turn",1,1,1 ], "degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kick turn",1,1,2 ], "a manoeuvre in which the front wheels are lifted off the ground by the rider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick turn",1,1,2 ], "changing his weight distribution, to alter the direction of forward movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kick up",1,1,1 ], "to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick up",1,1,2 ], "(trouble, a fuss, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick upstairs",1,1,1 ], "to promote to a nominally higher but effectively powerless position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,1,1 ], "to drive or impel with the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,1 ], "to free oneself of (an addiction, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,2 ], "kick against the pricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,2,1 ], "to act against one's own conscience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,2,2 ], "to resist the inevitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,3 ], "kick one's heels| to be idle or be kept waiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,4 ], "kick over the traces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,5 ], "kick the bucket| Slang| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,10,6 ], "kick up one's heels| Informal| to enjoy oneself without inhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,1 ], "a thrust or blow with the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,2 ], "any of certain rhythmic leg movements used in swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,3 ], "the recoil of a gun or other firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,4 ], "of, for kicks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,4 ], "stimulating or exciting quality or effect (esp| in the phrases get a kick out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,5 ], "certain drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,5 ], "the sudden stimulating or intoxicating effect of strong alcoholic drink or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,6 ], "power or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,7 ], "a temporary enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,8 ], "kick in the pants| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,8,1 ], "a reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,8,2 ], "a setback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,11,9 ], "kick in the teeth| Slang| a humiliating rebuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,2,1 ], "to hit with the foot or feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,3,1 ], "to strike out or thrash about with the feet, as in fighting or swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,4,1 ], "to raise a leg high, as in dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,4,2 ], "(of a gun, etc|) to recoil or strike in recoiling when fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,5,1,1 ], "to make (a conversion or a drop goal) by means of a kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,5,1,2 ], "to score (a goal) by means of a kicked conversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,6,1 ], "to score (a goal) by a kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,7,1 ], "(of a ball) to rear up sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,8,1 ], "to object or resist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,9,1 ], "to be active and in good health (esp| in the phrase alive and kicking)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick",1,9,2 ], "to change gear in a car, esp| a racing car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kick-start",1,1,1 ], "downwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kick-start",1,1,1 ], "to start an engine, esp| of a motorcycle, by means of a pedal that is kicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kickback" ,1, 1, 1],"a strong reaction",1). c_DEF([ "kickback" ,1, 1, 2],"of the income, esp| by some illegal arrangement",2). c_DEF([ "kickback" ,1, 1, 2],"part of an income paid to a person having influence over the size or payment",1). c_DEF([ "kickback" ,1, 2, 2],"to have a strong reaction",1). c_DEF([ "kickback" ,1, 2, 3],"(esp| of a gun) to recoil",1). c_DEF([ "kickback" ,1, 2, 4],"to pay a kickback to (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "kickdown",1,1,1 ], "a method of changing gear in a car with automatic transmission, by fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kickdown",1,1,1 ], "depressing the accelerator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kicker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that kicks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kicker",1,1,2 ], "a player in a rugby or occasionally a soccer team whose task is to attempt to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kicker",1,1,2 ], "kick conversions, penalty goals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kicker",1,1,3 ], "a hidden and disadvantageous factor, such as a clause in a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kicker",1,1,4 ], "any light outboard motor for propelling a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kickshaw",1,1,1 ], "a valueless trinket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kickshaw",1,1,2 ], "a small elaborate or exotic delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kicksorter",1,1,1 ], "a multichannel pulse-height analyser used esp| to distinguish between isotopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kicksorter",1,1,1 ], "by sorting their characteristic pulses (kicks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kickstand",1,1,1 ], "a short metal bar attached to and pivoting on the bottom of the frame of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kickstand",1,1,1 ], "motorcycle or bicycle, which when kicked into a vertical position holds the stationary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kickstand",1,1,1 ], "vehicle upright" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kicktail",1,1,1 ], "manoeuvres easier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kicktail",1,1,1 ], "the slightly turned-up part of the back of a skateboard, designed to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid glove",1,1,1 ], "a glove made of kidskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid glove",1,1,2 ], "handle with kid gloves| to treat with great tact or caution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid glove",1,2,1 ], "kidglove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid glove",1,2,2 ], "overdelicate or overrefined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid glove",1,2,3 ], "diplomatic; tactful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a young person; child",1). c_DEF([ "kid" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"soft smooth leather made from the hide of a kid",1). c_DEF([ "kid" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier younger or being still a child",1). c_DEF([ "kid" ,1, 1, 1],"the young of a goat or of a related animal, such as an antelope",1). c_DEF([ "kid" ,1, 1, 2],"our kid| Liverpool dialect| one's younger brother or sister",1). c_DEF([ "kid" ,1, 2, 1],"(of a goat) to give birth to (young)",1). c_DEF([ "kid",2,1,1 ], "to tease or deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid",2,2,1 ], "to behave or speak deceptively for fun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kid",3,1,1 ], "a small wooden tub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiddle",1,1,1 ], "a device, esp| a barrier constructed of nets and stakes, for catching fish in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiddle",1,1,1 ], "a river or in the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiddy",1,1,1 ], "an affectionate word for child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidnap",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to carry off and hold (a person), usually for ransom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney bean",1,1,1 ], "and scarlet runner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kidney bean",1,1,1 ], "any of certain bean plants having kidney-shaped seeds, esp| the French bean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney bean",1,1,2 ], "the seed of any of these beans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney machine",1,1,1 ], "another name for artificial kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney stone",1,1,1 ], "a hard mass formed in the kidney, usually composed of oxalates, phosphates," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney stone",1,1,1 ], "and carbonates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kidney vetch",1,1,1 ], "Africa, with yellow or orange flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kidney vetch",1,1,1 ], "a silky papilionaceous perennial plant, Anthyllis vulneraria, of Europe and N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney",1,1,1 ], "and filter waste products from the blood, which are excreted as urine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kidney",1,1,1 ], "either of two bean-shaped organs at the back of the abdominal cavity in man," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney",1,1,1 ], "one on each side of the spinal column| They maintain water and electrolyte balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kidney",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding organ in other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney",1,1,3 ], "the kidneys of certain animals used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney",1,1,4 ], "class, type, or disposition (esp| in the phrases of the same or a different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidney",1,1,4 ], "kidney)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kids' stuff",1,1,1 ], "something considered fit only for children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kids' stuff",1,1,2 ], "something considered simple or easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidskin",1,1,1 ], "a soft smooth leather made from the hide of a young goat| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kidskin",1,1,1 ], "kid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kief",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kier",1,1,1 ], "a vat in which cloth is bleached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kieselguhr",1,1,1 ], "an unconsolidated form of diatomite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kieserite",1,1,1 ], "a white mineral consisting of hydrated magnesium sulphate| Formula: MgSO4|H2O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kike",1,1,1 ], "an offensive word for Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kikoi",1,1,1 ], "(in E Africa)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kikoi",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of cotton cloth with coloured bands, worn wrapped around the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kikoi",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kikumon",1,1,1 ], "the chrysanthemum emblem of the imperial family of Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilderkin",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete unit of capacity equal to approximately 18 Imperial gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,1 ], "to cause the death of (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,10 ], "to overcome with attraction, laughter, surprise, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,11 ], "to consume (alcoholic drink) entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,12 ], "to hit (a ball) so hard or so accurately that the opponent cannot return it|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,13 ], "to bring (a moving ball) under control; trap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,14 ], "kill oneself| Informal| to overexert oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,15 ], "kill two birds with one stone| to achieve two results with one action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,2 ], "to put an end to; destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,3 ], "to make (time) pass quickly, esp| while waiting for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,4 ], "to deaden (sound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,5 ], "to tire out; exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,6 ], "to cause to suffer pain or discomfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,7 ], "to cancel, cut, or delete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,8 ], "to quash, defeat, or veto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,1,9 ], "to switch off; stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,2,1 ], "the act of causing death, esp| at the end of a hunt, bullfight, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,2,2 ], "the animal or animals killed during a hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,2,3 ], "the destruction of a battleship, tank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",1,2,4 ], "in at the kill| present at the end or climax of some undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill",2,1,1 ], "a channel, stream, or river (chiefly as part of place names)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill-joy",1,1,1 ], "a person who spoils other people's pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill-time",1,1,1,1 ], "an occupation that passes the time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kill-time",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killdeer",1,1,1 ], "a large brown-and-white North American plover, Charadrius vociferus, with two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killdeer",1,1,1 ], "black breast bands and a noisy cry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "killer whale",1,1,1 ], "a ferocious black-and-white toothed whale, Orcinus orca, with a large erect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killer whale",1,1,1 ], "dorsal fin, most common in cold seas: family Delphinidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "killer",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that kills, esp| habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killer",1,1,2 ], "another name for slaughterman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killick",1,1,1 ], "a small anchor, esp| one made of a heavy stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killifish",1,1,1 ], "Fundulus and related genera, of fresh and brackish waters: used as aquarium fishes, to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "killifish",1,1,1 ], "any of various chiefly American minnow-like cyprinodont fishes of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killifish",1,1,1 ], "control mosquitoes, and as anglers' bait" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "killikinick",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kinnikinnick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killing",1,1,1 ], "very tiring; exhausting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killing",1,1,2 ], "extremely funny; hilarious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killing",1,2,1 ], "a sudden stroke of success, as in speculations on the stock market (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "killing",1,2,1 ], "the phrase make a killing)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiln",1,1,1 ], "a large oven for burning, drying, or processing something, such as porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiln",1,1,1 ], "or bricks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiln",1,2,1 ], "to fire or process in a kiln" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilo",1,1,1 ], "short for kilogram or kilometre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'3 (1000)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilo-",1,1,2 ], "denoting 2'1'0 (1024)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilocalorie",1,1,1 ], "another name for Calorie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilocycle",1,1,1 ], "kilohertz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kilocycle",1,1,1 ], "short for kilocycle per second: a former unit of frequency equal to 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilogram calorie",1,1,1 ], "another name for Calorie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilogram",1,1,1 ], "one thousand grams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilogram",1,1,2 ], "2|204,62 pounds| Symbol: kg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kilogram",1,1,2 ], "held by the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures| One kilogram is equivalent to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kilogram",1,1,2 ], "the basic SI unit of mass, equal to the mass of the international prototype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilohertz",1,1,1 ], "one thousand hertz; one thousand cycles per second| Symbol: kHz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilometre",1,1,1 ], "one thousand metres, equal to 0|621,371 miles| Symbol: km" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiloton",1,1,1 ], "one thousand tons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiloton",1,1,2 ], "an explosive power, esp| of a nuclear weapon, equal to the power of 1000 tons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiloton",1,1,2 ], "of TNT" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kilovolt",1,1,1 ], "one thousand volts| Symbol: kV" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilowatt",1,1,1 ], "one thousand watts| Symbol: kW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilowatt-hour",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: kW-hr" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kilowatt-hour",1,1,1 ], "a unit of energy equal to the work done by a power of 1000 watts in one hour|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilt",1,1,1 ], "Highlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kilt",1,1,1 ], "a knee-length pleated skirt, esp| one in plaid, as worn by men in the Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilt",1,2,1 ], "to tuck (the skirt) up around one's body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilt",1,2,2 ], "to put pleats in (cloth, a skirt, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kilter",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of kelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kimberlite",1,1,1 ], "a type of peridotite that occurs in South Africa and often contains diamonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kimono",1,1,1 ], "a loose sashed ankle-length garment with wide sleeves, worn in Japan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kimono",1,1,2 ], "any garment copied from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kin",1,1,1 ], "a person's relatives collectively; kindred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kin",1,1,2 ], "a class or group with similar characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kin",1,2,1 ], "related by blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kin",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for akin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kina",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Papua New Guinea, divided into 100 toeas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinaesthesia" ,1, 1, 1],"kinaesthesis or U|S| kinesthesia, kinesthesisn",1). c_DEF([ "kinaesthesia" ,1, 1, 2],"are perceived",2). c_DEF([ "kinaesthesia" ,1, 1, 2],"the sensation by which bodily position, weight, muscle tension, and movement",1). c_DEF([ "kinase",1,1,1 ], "a biochemical agent, such as a metal ion or a protein, that can convert an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinase",1,1,1 ], "inactive zymogen to an enzyme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kincob",1,1,1 ], "a fine silk fabric embroidered with threads of gold or silver, of a kind made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kincob",1,1,1 ], "in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kind",1,1,1 ], "having a friendly or generous nature or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",1,1,2 ], "helpful to others or to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",1,1,3 ], "considerate or humane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",1,1,4 ], "cordial; courteous (esp| in the phrase kind regards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",1,1,5 ], "pleasant; agreeable; mild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",1,1,6 ], "beneficial or not harmful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",1,1,7 ], "loving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,1 ], "a class or group having characteristics in common; sort; type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,2 ], "an instance or example of a class or group, esp| a rudimentary one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,3 ], "essential nature or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,4 ], "gender or sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,5 ], "nature; the natural order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,6 ], "in kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,6,1 ], "(of payment) in goods or produce rather than in money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,6,2 ], "with something of the same sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,7 ], "kind of|Informal| somewhat; rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind",2,1,8 ], "(instead of kinds)of buildings seem badly designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kind-hearted",1,1,1 ], "characterized by kindness; sympathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindergarten",1,1,1 ], "a class or small school for young children, usually between the ages of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindergarten",1,1,1 ], "and six to prepare them for primary education| In Australia, often shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kindergarten",1,1,1 ], "kinder" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kindle",1,1,1 ], "to set alight or start to burn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindle",1,1,2 ], "to arouse or be aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindle",1,1,3 ], "to make or become bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindless",1,1,1 ], "heartless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindless",1,1,2 ], "against nature; unnatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindling",1,1,1 ], "material for starting a fire, such as dry wood, straw, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,1,2 ], "having a sympathetic or warm-hearted nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,1,3 ], "motivated by warm and sympathetic feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,1,4 ], "pleasant, mild, or agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,1,5 ], "natural; normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,2,1 ], "in a considerate or humane way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,2,2 ], "with tolerance or forbearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,2,3 ], "cordially; pleasantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,2,4 ], "please (often used to express impatience or formality)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,2,5 ], "in accordance with nature; appropriately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindly",1,2,6 ], "take kindly| to react favourably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindness",1,1,1 ], "the practice or quality of being kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindness",1,1,2 ], "a kind, considerate, or helpful act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindred",1,1,1 ], "having similar or common qualities, origin, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindred",1,1,2 ], "related by blood or marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindred",1,1,3 ], "kindred spirit| a person with whom one has something in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindred",1,2,1 ], "relationship by blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindred",1,2,2 ], "similarity in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kindred",1,2,3 ], "a person's relatives collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kine",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for cows or cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinematic viscosity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the resistance to flow of a fluid, equal to its absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinematic viscosity",1,1,1 ], "viscosity divided by its density| Symbol: n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kinematics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the motion of bodies without reference to mass or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinematograph",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cinematograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinesics",1,1,1 ], "communication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kinesics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the role of body movements, such as winking, shrugging, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinesiology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the mechanics and anatomy of human muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of kinaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetic art",1,1,1 ], "art, esp| sculpture, that moves or has moving parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetic energy",1,1,1 ], "electronvolts, etc| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kinetic energy",1,1,1 ], "its mass and the square of its velocity and is measured in joules (SI units)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kinetic energy",1,1,1 ], "the energy of motion of a body or system| It is equal to the product of half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetic theory (of gases)" ,1, 1, 1],"1the",1). c_DEF([ "kinetic theory (of gases)" ,1, 1, 2],"a theory of gases postulating that they consist of particles of negligible",1). c_DEF([ "kinetic theory (of gases)" ,1, 1, 2],"size moving at random and undergoing elastic collisions",2). c_DEF([ "kinetic",1,1,1 ], "relating to, characterized by, or caused by motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetics",1,1,1 ], "another name for dynamics ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetics",1,1,2 ], "the branch of mechanics, including both dynamics and kinematics, concerned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetics",1,1,2 ], "with the study of bodies in motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kinetics",1,1,3 ], "the branch of dynamics that excludes the study of bodies at rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetics",1,1,4 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the rates of chemical reactions| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinetoplast",1,1,1 ], "a small granular cell body close to the nucleus in some flagellate protozoans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinfolk",1,1,1 ], "another word for kinsfolk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king cobra",1,1,1 ], "a very large venomous tropical Asian elapid snake, Ophiophagus hannah, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king cobra",1,1,1 ], "feeds on snakes and other reptiles and extends its neck into a hood when alarmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king crab",1,1,1 ], "another name for the horseshoe crab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king of the castle",1,1,1 ], "a children's game in which each child attempts to stand alone on a mound," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king of the castle",1,1,1 ], "sandcastle, etc|, by pushing other children off it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king of the castle",1,1,2 ], "a person who is in a commanding or superior position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king of the herrings",1,1,1 ], "another name for oarfish or rabbitfish ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king post",1,1,1 ], "a vertical post connecting the apex of a triangular roof truss to the tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king post",1,1,1 ], "beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king prawn",1,1,1 ], "any of several large prawns of the genus Penaeus, which are fished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king prawn",1,1,1 ], "commercially in Australian waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king salmon",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chinook salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king snake",1,1,1 ], "any nonvenomous North American colubrid snake of the genus Lampropeltis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king snake",1,1,1 ], "feeding on other snakes, small mammals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,1 ], "a male sovereign prince who is the official ruler of an independent state;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,1 ], "monarch| Related adjs|: royal, regal, monarchical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or thing considered as the best or most important of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,1,1 ], "a ruler or chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,1,1 ], "kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,2 ], "a king" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,2 ], "any of four playing cards in a pack, one for each suit, bearing the picture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,3 ], "the most important chess piece, although theoretically the weakest, being able" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,3 ], "to move only one square at a time in any direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,4 ], "a piece that has moved entirely across the board and has been crowned, after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,4 ], "which it may move backwards as well as forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,5 ], "king of kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,5,1 ], "God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,1,5,2 ], "a title of any of various oriental monarchs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,2,1 ], "to make (someone) a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king",1,2,2 ], "king it| to act in a superior fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king's evidence",1,1,1 ], "(when the sovereign is male) another name for queen's evidence (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king's evidence",1,1,1 ], "phrase turn king's evidence)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king's evil",1,1,1 ], "Pathol| a former name for scrofula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king's highway",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain, esp| when the sovereign is male) any public road or right of way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king's peace",1,1,1 ], "(in early medieval England) the protection secured by the king for particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king's peace",1,1,1 ], "people or places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king's peace",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval England) the general peace secured to the entire realm by the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king's peace",1,1,2 ], "administered in the king's name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "king's shilling",1,1,1 ], "(until 1879) a shilling paid to new recruits to the British army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king's shilling",1,1,2 ], "take the king's shilling| Brit| archaic| to enlist in the army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king-hit",1,1,1 ], "a knockout blow, esp| an unfair one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king-hit",1,2,1 ], "to deliver a knockout blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king-of-arms",1,1,1 ], "the highest rank of heraldic officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king-of-arms",1,1,2 ], "a person holding this rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "king-size",1,1,1 ], "larger or longer than a standard size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingbird",1,1,1 ], "any of several large American flycatchers of the genus Tyrannus, esp| T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingbird",1,1,1 ], "tyrannus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingbolt",1,1,1,1 ], "axle and provides the steering joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingbolt",1,1,1,1 ], "the pivot bolt that connects the body of a horse-drawn carriage to the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingbolt",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar bolt placed between a railway carriage and the bogies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingcraft",1,1,1 ], "the art of ruling as a king, esp| by diplomacy and cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingcup",1,1,1 ], "any of several yellow-flowered ranunculaceous plants, esp| the marsh marigold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom come",1,1,1 ], "the next world; life after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom come",1,1,2 ], "the end of the world (esp| in the phrase until kingdom come)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom come",1,1,3 ], "unconsciousness or death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom",1,1,1 ], "a territory, state, people, or community ruled or reigned over by a king or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom",1,1,1 ], "queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom",1,1,2 ], "any of the three groups into which natural objects may be divided: the animal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom",1,1,2 ], "plant, and mineral kingdoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom",1,1,3 ], "the eternal sovereignty of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom",1,1,4 ], "an area of activity, esp| mental activity, considered as being the province of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingdom",1,1,4 ], "something specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingfish",1,1,1 ], "any marine sciaenid food and game fish of the genus Menticirrhus, occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingfish",1,1,1 ], "warm American Atlantic coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingfish",1,1,2 ], "another name for opah (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingfish",1,1,3 ], "any of various other large food fishes, esp| the Spanish mackerel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingfisher",1,1,1 ], "any coraciiform bird of the family Alcedinidae, esp| the Eurasian Alcedo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingfisher",1,1,1 ], "atthis, which has a greenish-blue and orange plumage| Kingfishers have a large head," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingfisher",1,1,1 ], "short tail, and long sharp bill and tend to live near open water and feed on fish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kinglet",1,1,1 ], "the king of a small or insignificant territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinglet",1,1,2 ], "any of various small warblers of the genus Regulus, having a black-edged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinglet",1,1,2 ], "yellow crown: family Muscicapidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingly",1,1,1 ], "appropriate to a king; majestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingly",1,1,2 ], "royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingly",1,2,1 ], "in a manner appropriate to a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingmaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who has control over appointments to positions of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingpin",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle by securing the stub axle to the axle beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingpin",1,1,1 ], "a pivot pin that provides a steering joint in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingpin",1,1,2 ], "the front pin in the triangular arrangement of the ten pins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingpin",1,1,3 ], "the most important person in an organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingpin",1,1,4 ], "(in ninepins) the central pin in the diamond pattern of the nine pins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingpin",1,1,5 ], "the crucial or most important feature of a theory, argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingship",1,1,1 ], "the position or authority of a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingship",1,1,2 ], "the skill or practice of ruling as a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingwood",1,1,1 ], "Dalbergia cearensis, used in cabinetwork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kingwood",1,1,1 ], "the hard fine-grained violet-tinted wood of a Brazilian leguminous tree," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kingwood",1,1,2 ], "the tree yielding this wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of polypeptides in the blood that cause dilation of the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinin",1,1,1 ], "vessels and make smooth muscles contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kink",1,1,1 ], "a sharp twist or bend in a wire, rope, hair, etc|, esp| one caused when it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kink",1,1,1 ], "pulled tight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kink",1,1,2 ], "a crick in the neck or similar muscular spasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kink",1,1,3 ], "a flaw or minor difficulty in some undertaking or project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kink",1,1,4 ], "a flaw or idiosyncrasy of personality; quirk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kink",1,1,5 ], "a sexual deviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kink",1,1,6 ], "a clever or unusual idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinkajou",1,1,1 ], "(carnivores)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kinkajou",1,1,1 ], "an arboreal fruit-eating mammal, Potos flavus, of Central and South America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinkajou",1,1,1 ], "with a long prehensile tail: family Procyonidae (raccoons) order Carnivora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kinkajou",1,1,2 ], "another name for potto ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinky",1,1,1 ], "kinkier, kinkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinky",1,1,2 ], "given to unusual, abnormal, or deviant sexual practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinky",1,1,3 ], "exhibiting unusual idiosyncrasies of personality; quirky; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinky",1,1,4 ], "attractive or provocative in a bizarre way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinky",1,1,5 ], "tangled or tightly looped, as a wire or rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinky",1,1,6 ], "tightly curled, as hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinnikinnick",1,1,1 ], "formerly smoked by some North American Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kinnikinnick",1,1,1 ], "the dried leaves and bark of certain plants, sometimes with tobacco added," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinnikinnick",1,1,2 ], "any of the plants used for such a preparation, such as the sumach Rhus glabra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kino",1,1,1 ], "a dark red resin obtained from various tropical plants, esp| an Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kino",1,1,1 ], "leguminous tree, Pterocarpus marsupium, used as an astringent and in tanning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kinsfolk",1,1,1 ], "one's family or relatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinship",1,1,1 ], "blood relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinship",1,1,2 ], "the state of having common characteristics or a common origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinsman",1,1,1 ], "a blood relation or a relation by marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kinsman",1,1,2 ], "a member of the same race, tribe, or ethnic stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiosk",1,1,1 ], "a small sometimes movable booth from which cigarettes, newspapers, light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiosk",1,1,1 ], "refreshments, etc|, are sold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiosk",1,1,2 ], "a telephone box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiosk",1,1,3 ], "a thick post on which advertisements are posted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiosk",1,1,4 ], "(in Turkey, Iran, etc|, esp| formerly) a light open-sided pavilion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kip" ,1, 1, 1],"sleep or slumber",1). c_DEF([ "kip" ,1, 1, 2],"a bed or lodging",1). c_DEF([ "kip" ,1, 1, 3],"a brothel",1). c_DEF([ "kip" ,1, 3, 1],"to sleep or take a nap",1). c_DEF([ "kip" ,1, 3, 2],"(foll| by down) to prepare for sleep",1). c_DEF([ "kip",2,1,1 ], "the hide of a young animal, esp| a calf or lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kip",3,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equal to one thousand pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kip",4,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Laos, divided into 100 at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kip",5,1,1 ], "a small board used to spin the coins in two-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kipper",1,1,1 ], "a fish, esp| a herring, that has been cleaned, salted, and smoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kipper",1,1,2 ], "Englishman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kipper",1,1,2 ], "a male salmon during the spawning season| Austral| derogatory slang| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kipper",1,2,1 ], "to cure (herrings, etc|) by salting and smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kipper",2,1,1 ], "an Australian Aborigine youth who has completed an initiation rite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirigami",1,1,1 ], "shapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kirigami",1,1,1 ], "the art, originally Japanese, of folding and cutting paper into decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirk session",1,1,1 ], "the lowest court of the Presbyterian church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirk",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirk",1,1,2 ], "a Scottish church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirkman",1,1,1 ], "a member or strong upholder of the Kirk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirkman",1,1,2 ], "a churchman; clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirmess",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kermis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirtle",1,1,1 ], "a woman's skirt or dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kirtle",1,1,2 ], "a man's coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kish",1,1,1 ], "carbon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kish",1,1,1 ], "graphite formed on the surface of molten iron that contains a large amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kishke",1,1,1 ], "a beef or fowl intestine or skin stuffed with flour, onion, etc|, and boiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kishke",1,1,1 ], "and roasted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kismet",1,1,1 ], "the will of Allah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kismet",1,1,2 ], "fate or destiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss curl",1,1,1 ], "a circular curl of hair pressed flat against the cheek or forehead| U|S| term:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss curl",1,1,1 ], "spit curl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiss of death",1,1,1 ], "an act or relationship, that has fatal or disastrous consequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss of life",1,1,1 ], "Informal| mouth-to-mouth resuscitation in which a person blows gently into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss of life",1,1,1 ], "victim's mouth, allowing the lungs to deflate after each blow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiss off" ,1, 1, 1],"to ignore or dismiss rudely and abruptly",1). c_DEF([ "kiss",1,1,1 ], "greeting, respect, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiss",1,1,1 ], "to touch with the lips or press the lips against as an expression of love," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss",1,2,1 ], "to join lips with another person in an act of love or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss",1,2,2 ], "to touch (each other) lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss",1,3,1 ], "the act of kissing; a caress with the lips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiss",1,3,2 ], "a light touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kissel",1,1,1 ], "a Russian dessert of sweetened fruit puree thickened with arrowroot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kisser",1,1,1 ], "a person who kisses, esp| in a way specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kisser",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for mouth or face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kissing bug",1,1,1 ], "a North American assassin bug, Melanolestes picipes, with a painful bite," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kissing bug",1,1,1 ], "usually attacking the lips or cheeks of man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kissing gate",1,1,1 ], "a gate set in a U- or V-shaped enclosure, allowing only one person to pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kissing gate",1,1,1 ], "through at a time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kist",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kist",1,1,2 ], "a large chest or coffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kist",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cist ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kist",3,1,1 ], "a large wooden chest in which linen is stored, esp| one used to store a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kist",3,1,1 ], "bride's trousseau" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kit fox",1,1,1 ], "another name for swift fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kit out",1,1,1 ], "(tr|, adv|) Chiefly Brit| to provide with or acquire (a kit of personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kit out",1,1,1 ], "effects and necessities)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kit",1,1,1 ], "a set of tools, supplies, construction materials, etc|, for use together or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kit",1,1,1 ], "for a purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kit",1,1,2 ], "the case or container for such a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kit",1,1,3 ], "clothing and other personal effects, esp| those of a traveller or soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kit",1,1,4 ], "the whole kit or kit and caboodle| Informal| everything or everybody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kit",2,1,1 ], "17th-18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kit",2,1,1 ], "a kind of small violin, now obsolete, used esp| by dancing masters in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kit",3,1,1 ], "an informal or diminutive name for kitten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitbag",1,1,1 ], "a canvas or other bag for a serviceman's kit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen garden",1,1,1 ], "a garden where vegetables and sometimes also fruit are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen kaffir",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory term for Fanagalo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen midden",1,1,1 ], "the site of a large mound of domestic refuse marking a prehistoric settlement:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen midden",1,1,1 ], "usually including bones, potsherds, seashells, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen police",1,1,1 ], "Abbrev: K|P" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen police",1,1,1 ], "soldiers who have been detailed to work in the kitchen, esp| as a punishment|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen sink",1,1,1 ], "a sink in a kitchen for washing dishes, vegetables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen sink",1,1,2 ], "everything except the kitchen sink| everything that can be conceived of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen sink",1,1,3 ], "denoting a type of drama or painting of the 1950s depicting the sordid aspects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen sink",1,1,3 ], "of domestic reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen tea",1,1,1 ], "a party held before a wedding to which female guests bring items of kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen tea",1,1,1 ], "equipment as wedding presents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen",1,1,1,1 ], "a room or part of a building equipped for preparing and cooking food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchenette",1,1,1 ], "a small kitchen or part of another room equipped for use as a kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitchenware",1,1,1 ], "pots and pans, knives, forks, spoons, and other utensils used in the kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite fighting",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a game in which one player attempts to cut the string of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite fighting",1,1,1 ], "opponent's kite with the string of his own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,1 ], "a light frame covered with a thin material flown in the wind at the end of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,1 ], "length of string" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,2 ], "an aeroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,3 ], "any of various light sails set in addition to the working sails of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,4 ], "a long forked tail and long broad wings and usually preying on small mammals and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,4 ], "any diurnal bird of prey of the genera Milvus, Elanus, etc|, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,4 ], "insects: family Accipitridae (hawks, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,5 ], "a person who preys on others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,6 ], "a negotiable paper drawn without any actual transaction or assets and designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,1,6 ], "to obtain money on credit, give an impression of affluence, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,2,1 ], "to issue (fictitious papers) to obtain credit or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,3,1 ], "to write (a cheque) in anticipation of sufficient funds to cover it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kite",1,4,1 ], "to soar and glide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitenge",1,1,1,1 ], "a thick cotton cloth measuring 114 X 213 cm (45 X 84 inches), used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitenge",1,1,1,1 ], "garments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kitenge",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kith",1,1,1 ], "one's friends and acquaintances (esp| in the phrase kith and kin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kithara",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cithara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitsch",1,1,1,1 ], "or sentimental appeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kitsch",1,1,1,1 ], "tawdry, vulgarized, or pretentious art, literature, etc|, usually with popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitsch",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitten",1,1,1 ], "a young cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitten",1,1,2 ], "have kittens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitten",1,2,1 ], "(of cats) to give birth to (young)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kittenish",1,1,1 ], "like a kitten; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kittenish",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman) flirtatious, esp| coyly flirtatious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kittiwake",1,1,1 ], "either of two oceanic gulls of the genus Rissa, esp| R| tridactyla, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kittiwake",1,1,1 ], "white plumage with pale grey black-tipped wings and a square-cut tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kittle",1,1,1 ], "capricious and unpredictable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kittle",1,2,1 ], "to be troublesome or puzzling to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kittle",1,2,2 ], "to tickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitty",1,1,1 ], "a diminutive or affectionate name for a kitten or cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitty",2,1,1 ], "the pool of bets in certain gambling games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitty",2,1,2 ], "any shared fund of money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kitty",2,1,3 ], "(in bowls) the jack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiva",1,1,1 ], "a large underground or partly underground room in a Pueblo Indian village," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiva",1,1,1 ], "used chiefly for religious ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiwi",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal flightless New Zealand bird of the genus Apteryx, having a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiwi",1,1,1 ], "beak, stout legs, and weakly barbed feathers: order Apterygiformes (see ratite)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiwi",1,1,2 ], "Actinidiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kiwi",1,1,2 ], "an Asian climbing plant, Actinidia chinensis, with fuzzy edible fruit: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kiwi",1,1,3 ], "a New Zealander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klangfarbe",1,1,1 ], "instrumental timbre or tone colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klaxon",1,1,1 ], "a type of loud horn formerly used on motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klepht",1,1,1 ], "any of the Greeks who fled to the mountains after the 15th-century Turkish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klepht",1,1,1 ], "conquest of Greece and survived as brigands into the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kleptomania",1,1,1 ], "a strong impulse to steal, esp| when there is no obvious motivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klieg light",1,1,1 ], "an intense carbon-arc light used for illumination in producing films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klipspringer",1,1,1 ], "Africa south of the Sahara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "klipspringer",1,1,1 ], "a small agile antelope, Oreotragus oreotragus, inhabiting rocky regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klong",1,1,1 ], "a type of canal in Thailand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kloof",1,1,1 ], "a mountain pass or gorge in southern Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klootchman",1,1,1 ], "an Indian woman; squaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klutz",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klystron",1,1,1 ], "an electron tube for the amplification or generation of microwaves by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "klystron",1,1,1 ], "velocity modulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kl|",1,1,1 ], "kilolitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "km",1,1,1 ], "kilometre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kmel",1,1,1 ], "a German liqueur flavoured with aniseed and cumin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knack",1,1,1 ], "a skilful, ingenious, or resourceful way of doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knack",1,1,2 ], "a particular talent or aptitude, esp| an intuitive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knacker",1,1,1 ], "a person who buys up old horses for slaughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knacker",1,1,2 ], "a person who buys up old buildings and breaks them up for scrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knacker",1,1,3 ], "another word for testicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knacker",1,2,1 ], "to exhaust; tire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knackwurst",1,1,1 ], "a short fat highly seasoned sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knag",1,1,1 ], "a knot in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knag",1,1,2 ], "a wooden peg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knap",1,1,1 ], "the crest of a hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knap",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) Brit| dialect| to hit, hammer, or chip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knapsack",1,1,1 ], "a canvas or leather bag carried strapped on the back or shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knapweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Centaurea, having purplish thistle-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knapweed",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knar",1,1,1 ], "a variant of knur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knave",1,1,1 ], "a dishonest man; rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knave",1,1,2 ], "another word for jack (the playing card)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knave",1,1,3 ], "a male servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knavery",1,1,1 ], "a deceitful or dishonest act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knavery",1,1,2 ], "dishonest conduct; trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knawel",1,1,1 ], "any of several Old World caryophyllaceous plants of the genus Scleranthus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knawel",1,1,1 ], "having heads of minute petal-less flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knead",1,1,1 ], "mixture with the hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knead",1,1,1 ], "to work and press (a soft substance, such as bread dough) into a uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knead",1,1,2 ], "to squeeze, massage, or press with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knead",1,1,3 ], "to make by kneading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee drop",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling attack in which a wrestler lifts his opponent and drops him onto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee drop",1,1,1 ], "his bent knee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knee jerk",1,1,1 ], "an outward reflex kick of the lower leg caused by a sharp tap on the tendon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee jerk",1,1,1 ], "just below the patella" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the area surrounding and above this joint",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier reaching or covering the knee",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 1],"protected in front by the patella",2). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 1],"the joint of the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 2],"a corresponding or similar part in other vertebrates",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 3],"the part of a garment that covers the knee",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 4],"anything resembling a knee in action, such as a device pivoted to allow one",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 4],"member angular movement in relation to another",2). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 5],"anything resembling a knee in shape, such as an angular bend in a pipe",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 6],"any of the hollow rounded protuberances that project upwards from the roots of",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 6],"the swamp cypress: thought to aid respiration in waterlogged soil",2). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 7],"bend or bow the knee| to kneel or submit",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 1, 8],"bring someone to his knees| to force someone into submission",1). c_DEF([ "knee" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to strike, nudge, or push with the knee",1). c_DEF([ "knee-deep",1,1,1 ], "so deep as to reach or cover the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee-deep",1,2,1,1 ], "sunk or covered to the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee-deep",1,2,1,2 ], "immersed; deeply involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee-high",1,1,1 ], "another word for knee-deep ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee-high",1,1,2 ], "as high as the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knee-length",1,1,1 ], "reaching to the knee;a knee-length skirt; knee-length boots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kneecap" ,1, 1, 1],"a nontechnical name for ,patella",1). c_DEF([ "kneecap" ,1, 1, 2],"another word for ,poleyn",1). c_DEF([ "kneecap" ,1, 3, 1],"(esp| of certain terrorist groups) to shoot (a person) in the kneecap, esp| as",1). c_DEF([ "kneecap" ,1, 3, 1],"an act of retaliation",2). c_DEF([ "kneehole",1,1,1,1 ], "a space for the knees, esp| under a desk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kneehole",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kneel",1,1,1 ], "to rest, fall, or support oneself on one's knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kneel",1,2,1 ], "the act or position of kneeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kneepad",1,1,1 ], "any of several types of protective covering for the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kneepan",1,1,1 ], "another word for patella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knell",1,1,1 ], "the sound of a bell rung to announce a death or a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knell",1,1,2 ], "something that precipitates or indicates death or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knell",1,2,1 ], "to ring a knell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knell",1,3,1 ], "to proclaim or announce by or as if by a tolling bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knelt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of kneel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knew",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knickerbockers",1,1,1 ], "baggy breeches fastened with a band at the knee or above the ankle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knickers",1,1,1 ], "any pants for women, esp| baggy wool or silk ones held up by elastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knickers",1,1,2 ], "a variant of knickerbockers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knickknack",1,1,1 ], "a cheap ornament; trinket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knickknack",1,1,2 ], "an ornamental article of furniture, dress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knickpoint" ,1, 1, 1],"nickpoint n",1). c_DEF([ "knickpoint" ,1, 1, 2],"a break in the slope of a river profile caused by renewed erosion by a",1). c_DEF([ "knickpoint" ,1, 1, 2],"rejuvenated river",2). c_DEF([ "knife edge",1,1,1 ], "the sharp cutting edge of a knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife edge",1,1,2 ], "any sharp edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife edge",1,1,3 ], "a sharp-edged wedge of hard material on which the beam of a balance pivots or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife edge",1,1,3 ], "about which a pendulum is suspended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knife edge",1,1,4 ], "a critical point in the development of a situation, process of making a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife edge",1,1,4 ], "decision, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knife grinder",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes and sharpens knives, esp| an itinerant one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife pleat",1,1,1 ], "a single pleat turned in one direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife switch",1,1,1 ], "an electric switch in which a flat metal blade, hinged at one end, is pushed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife switch",1,1,1 ], "between fixed contacts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knife",1,1,1 ], "a cutting instrument consisting of a sharp-edged often pointed blade of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife",1,1,1 ], "fitted into a handle or onto a machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knife",1,1,2 ], "a similar instrument used as a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife",1,1,3 ], "have one's knife into someone| to have a grudge against or victimize someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife",1,1,4 ], "under the knife| undergoing a surgical operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife",1,2,1 ], "to cut, stab, or kill with a knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife",1,2,2 ], "to betray, injure, or depose in an underhand way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife-point",1,1,1 ], "the tip of a knife blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knife-point",1,1,2 ], "at knife-point| under threat of being stabbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kniferest",1,1,1 ], "a support on which a carving knife or carving fork is placed at the table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight bachelor",1,1,1 ], "another name for a bachelor ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight banneret",1,1,1 ], "another name for a banneret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight errant",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in medieval romance) a knight who wanders in search of deeds of courage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight errant",1,1,1 ], "chivalry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knight errantry",1,1,1 ], "the practices of a knight errant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight errantry",1,1,2 ], "quixotic behaviour or practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight marshal",1,1,1 ], "another name for marshal ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight of the road",1,1,1 ], "informal or facetious| a lorry driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,1,1 ], "(originally)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,2 ], "a person who served his lord as a mounted and heavily armed soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,2,2 ], "(later) a gentleman invested by a king or other lord with the military and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,2,2 ], "social standing of this rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,3 ], "(in modern times) a person invested by a sovereign with a nonhereditary rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,3 ], "British knight bears the title Sir placed before his name" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,3 ], "and dignity usually in recognition of personal services, achievements, etc| A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,4 ], "a chess piece, usually shaped like a horse's head, that moves either two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,4 ], "squares horizontally and one square vertically or one square horizontally and two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,4 ], "squares vertically" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,5 ], "a champion of a lady or of a cause or principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,1,6 ], "a member of the Roman class of the equites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knight",1,2,1 ], "to make (a person) a knight; dub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knighthead",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of vertical supports for each side of the bowsprit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knighthood",1,1,1 ], "the order, dignity, or rank of a knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knighthood",1,1,2 ], "the qualities of a knight; knightliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knighthood",1,1,3 ], "knights collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knightly",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or befitting a knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knish",1,1,1 ], "a piece of dough stuffed with potato, meat, or some other filling and baked or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knish",1,1,1 ], "fried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,1,1 ], "by means of long eyeless needles (knitting needles) or by machine (knitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,1,1 ], "machine)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,1,1 ], "to make (a garment, etc|) by looping and entwining (yarn, esp| wool) by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,1,2 ], "to join or be joined together closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,1,3 ], "frowning or concentrating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,1,3 ], "to draw (the brows) together or (of the brows) to come together, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,2,1,1 ], "a fabric or garment made by knitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knit",1,2,1,2 ], "a heavy knit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knitting",1,1,1,1 ], "knitted work or the process of producing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knitting",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knitwear",1,1,1 ], "knitted clothes, esp| sweaters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knives",1,1,1 ], "the plural of knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 1, 1],"a rounded projection from a surface, such as a lump on a tree trunk",1). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 1, 2],"a handle of a door, drawer, etc|, esp| one that is rounded",1). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 1, 3],"a round hill or knoll or morainic ridge",1). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 1, 4],"a slang word for ,penis",1). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 1, 5],"and the same to you with (brass),knobs on| Brit| informal| the same to you but",1). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 1, 5],"even more so",2). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 2, 1],"to supply or ornament with knobs",1). c_DEF([ "knob" ,1, 2, 2],"to form into a knob; bulge",1). c_DEF([ "knobkerrie",1,1,1 ], "African tribesmen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knobkerrie",1,1,1 ], "a stick with a round knob at the end, used as a club or missile by South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock about" ,1, 1, 1],"to wander about aimlessly",1). c_DEF([ "knock about" ,1, 2, 1],"to travel about, esp| as resulting in varied or exotic experience",1). c_DEF([ "knock about" ,1, 3, 1],"to associate",1). c_DEF([ "knock about" ,1, 4, 1],"to treat brutally",1). c_DEF([ "knock about" ,1, 5, 1],"to consider or discuss informally",1). c_DEF([ "knock about" ,1, 6, 1],"a sailing vessel, usually sloop-rigged, without a bowsprit and with a single",1). c_DEF([ "knock about" ,1, 6, 1],"jib",2). c_DEF([ "knock back" ,1, 1, 1],"to drink, esp| quickly",1). c_DEF([ "knock back" ,1, 1, 2],"to cost",1). c_DEF([ "knock back" ,1, 2, 1],"failure to obtain parole",1). c_DEF([ "knock back" ,1, 2, 2],"a refusal or rejection",1). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 1],"knockdown",1). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 1],"to strike to the ground with a blow, as in boxing",1). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 2],"(in auctions) to declare (an article) sold, as by striking a blow with a",1). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 2],"an introduction",1). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 2],"gavel",2). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 3],"to demolish",1). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 4],"to dismantle, for ease of transport",1). c_DEF([ "knock down" ,1, 1, 5],"to reduce (a price, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "knock off",1,1,1 ], "to finish work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock off",1,2,1 ], "to make or do hastily or easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock off",1,3,1 ], "to reduce the price of (an article) by (a stated amount)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock off",1,4,1 ], "to kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock off",1,5,1 ], "to rob or steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock off",1,6,1 ], "to stop doing something, used as a command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock off",1,6,2 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock up" ,1, 1, 1],"to assemble quickly; improvise",1). c_DEF([ "knock up" ,1, 1, 2],"to waken; rouse",1). c_DEF([ "knock up" ,1, 1, 3],"to make pregnant",1). c_DEF([ "knock up" ,1, 1, 4],"to exhaust",1). c_DEF([ "knock up" ,1, 1, 5],"to score (runs)",1). c_DEF([ "knock up" ,1, 2, 1],"to practise or hit the ball about informally, esp| before a match",1). c_DEF([ "knock up" ,1, 3, 2],"a practice session at tennis, squash, or a similar game",1). c_DEF([ "knock",1,1,1 ], "to give a blow or push to; strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,2,1 ], "attention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,2,1 ], "to rap sharply with the knuckles, a hard object, etc|, esp| to capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,3,1 ], "to make or force by striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,4,1 ], "to collide (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,5,1 ], "to bring into a certain condition by hitting or pushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,6,1 ], "to criticize adversely; belittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,7,1 ], "Also pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,7,2 ], "(of an internal-combustion engine) to emit a characteristic metallic noise as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,7,2 ], "a result of faulty combustion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,1 ], "(of a bearing, esp| one in an engine) to emit a regular characteristic sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,1 ], "as a result of wear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,2 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,3 ], "knock into the middle of next week| Informal| to hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,4 ], "(a person) with a very heavy blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,5 ], "forceful manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,5 ], "knock one's head against| to encounter (adverse facts or circumstances) in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,6 ], "knock on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,6,1 ], "to daze or kill (a person) by striking on the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,6,2 ], "to effectively prevent the further development of (a plan)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,8,7 ], "take the knock| Slang| to suffer financially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,9,1,1 ], "a blow, push, or rap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,9,1,2 ], "the sound so caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock",1,9,2 ], "the sound of knocking in an engine or bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock-knee",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the legs are bent inwards causing the knees to touch when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knock-knee",1,1,1 ], "standing| Technical name: genu valgum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knock-on" ,1, 1, 1],"the infringement of playing the ball forward with the hand or arm",1). c_DEF([ "knock-on" ,1, 2, 1],"knock on",1). c_DEF([ "knock-on" ,1, 2, 2],"to play (the ball) forward with the hand or arm",1). c_DEF([ "knocker",1,1,1 ], "an object, usually ornamental and made of metal, attached to a door by a hinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knocker",1,1,1 ], "and used for knocking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knocker",1,1,2 ], "a female breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knocker",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that knocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knocker",1,1,4 ], "on the knocker| Austral| informal| promptly; at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knocking-shop",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knockout drops",1,1,1 ], "a drug secretly put into someone's drink to cause stupefaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 1, 1],"the act of rendering unconscious",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a competition in which competitors are eliminated progressively",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 1, 2],"a blow that renders an opponent unconscious",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 1, 3],"a series of absurd invented games, esp| obstacle races, involving physical",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 1, 3],"effort or skill",2). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 1, 4],"a person or thing that is overwhelmingly impressive or attractive",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 2],"to render unconscious, esp| by a blow",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 3],"to defeat (an opponent) by a knockout",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 4],"to destroy, damage, or injure badly",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 5],"to eliminate, esp| in a knockout competition",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 6],"to overwhelm or amaze, esp| with admiration or favourable reaction",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 7],"to remove the ashes from (one's pipe) by tapping",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 8],"knock the bottom out of| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "knockout" ,1, 2, 9],"to invalidate (an argument)",1). c_DEF([ "knockwurst",1,1,1 ], "another word for knackwurst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knoll",1,1,1 ], "a small rounded hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knoll",2,2,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for knell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knop",1,1,1 ], "a knob, esp| an ornamental one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knot garden",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a formal garden of intricate design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 10],"another term (not in technical use) for ,nautical mile",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 11],"at a rate of knots| very fast",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 12],"tie (someone),in knots| to completely perplex or confuse (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various fastenings formed by looping and tying a piece of rope, cord,",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 1],"etc|, in upon itself, to another piece of rope, or to another object",2). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 2],"a prescribed method of tying a particular knot",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 3],"a decorative bow or fastening, as of ribbon or braid",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 4],"a small closely knit group",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 5],"a tie or bond",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 6],"a difficult problem",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"a lump of vessels or fibres formed in a part, as in a muscle",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"a protuberance on an organ or part",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 7],"a protuberance or lump of plant tissues, such as that occurring on the trunks",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 7],"of certain trees",2). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 8],"(about 1|15 statute miles) per hour",2). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 8],"a unit of speed used by nautical vessels and aircraft, being one nautical mile",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 9],"one of a number of equally spaced knots on a log line used to indicate the",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 1, 9],"speed of a ship in nautical miles per hour",2). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 2, 1],"to tie or fasten in a knot",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 2, 2],"to form or cause to form into a knot",1). c_DEF([ "knot" ,1, 2, 3],"to ravel or entangle or become ravelled or entangled",1). c_DEF([ "knot",2,1,1 ], "a small northern sandpiper, Calidris canutus, with a short bill and grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knot",2,1,1 ], "plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knotgrass",1,1,1 ], "a polygonaceous weedy plant, Polygonum aviculare, whose small green flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotgrass",1,1,1 ], "produce numerous seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knotgrass",1,1,2 ], "any of several related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knothole",1,1,1 ], "a hole in a piece of wood where a knot has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotted",1,1,1 ], "(of wood, rope, etc|) having knots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotted",1,1,2 ], "get knotted!Brit| slang| used as a response to express disapproval or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotted",1,1,2 ], "rejection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knotting",1,1,1 ], "a sealer applied over knots in new wood before priming to prevent resin from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotting",1,1,1 ], "exuding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knotty",1,1,1 ], "knottier, knottiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotty",1,1,2 ], "(of wood, rope, etc|) full of or characterized by knots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotty",1,1,3 ], "extremely difficult or intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several polygonaceous plants of the genus Polygonum, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knotweed",1,1,1 ], "flowers and jointed stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knotwork",1,1,1 ], "ornamentation consisting of a mass of intertwined and knotted cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knout",1,1,1 ], "a stout whip used formerly in Russia as an instrument of punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to be or feel certain of the truth or accuracy of (a fact, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,10 ], "I know what| I have an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,11 ], "know what's what| to know how one thing or things in general work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,12 ], "speaking or add slight emphasis to a statement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,12 ], "you know| Informal| a parenthetical filler phrase used to make a pause in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,13 ], "you never know| things are uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,2 ], "to be acquainted or familiar with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,3 ], "French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,3 ], "to have a familiarity or grasp of, as through study or experience| he knows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,4 ], "to understand, have knowledge of, or perceive (facts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by how) to be sure or aware of (how to be or do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,6 ], "to experience, esp| deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,7 ], "to be intelligent, informed, or sensible enough (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,8 ], "to be able to distinguish or discriminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,1,9 ], "to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know",1,2,1 ], "in the know| Informal| aware or informed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know-all",1,1,1 ], "a person who pretends or appears to know a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know-how",1,1,1 ], "ingenuity, aptitude, or skill; knack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "know-how",1,1,2 ], "commercial and saleable knowledge of how to do a particular thing; experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowing" ,1, 1, 1],"suggesting secret information or knowledge",1). c_DEF([ "knowing" ,1, 1, 2],"wise, shrewd, or clever",1). c_DEF([ "knowing" ,1, 1, 3],"deliberate; intentional",1). c_DEF([ "knowing" ,1, 2, 1],"one cannot tell",1). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,1 ], "the facts, feelings or experiences known by a person or group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,2 ], "the state of knowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,3 ], "awareness, consciousness, or familiarity gained by experience or learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,4 ], "erudition or informed learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,5 ], "specific information about a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,6 ], "sexual intercourse (obsolete except in the legal phrase carnal knowledge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,7 ], "come to one's knowledge| to become known to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,8 ], "to my knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,8,1 ], "as I understand it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledge",1,1,8,2 ], "as I know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knowledgeable",1,1,1 ], "possessing or indicating much knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "known quantity",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical quantity representing a given value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "known",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "known",1,2,1 ], "specified and identified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "known",1,3,1 ], "a fact known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle down",1,1,1 ], "to apply oneself diligently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle joint",1,1,1 ], "any of the joints of the fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle joint",1,1,2 ], "a hinged joint between two rods, often a ball and socket joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle under",1,1,1 ], "to give way under pressure or authority yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,1,1 ], "a joint of a finger, esp| that connecting a finger to the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,1,2 ], "a joint of veal, pork, etc|, consisting of the part of the leg below the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,1,2 ], "joint, often used in making stews or stock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,1,3 ], "the cylindrical portion of a hinge through which the pin passes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,1,4 ], "an angle joint between two members of a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,1,5 ], "near the knuckle| Informal| approaching indecency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,2,1 ], "to rub or press with the knuckles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle",1,3,1 ], "to keep the knuckles on the ground while shooting a marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle-duster",1,1,1 ], "a metal bar fitted over the knuckles, often with holes for the fingers, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knuckle-duster",1,1,1 ], "inflicting injury by a blow with the fist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knucklebone",1,1,1 ], "any bone forming part of a knuckle or knuckle joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knucklebones",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for jacks (the game)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knucklehead",1,1,1 ], "fool; idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knur",1,1,1 ], "a knot or protuberance in a tree trunk or in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knurl",1,1,1 ], "to impress with a series of fine ridges or serrations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knurl",1,2,1 ], "a small ridge, esp| one of a series providing a rough surface that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knurl",1,2,1 ], "gripped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "knurly",1,1,1 ], "knurlier, knurliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "knurly",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for gnarled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kn|",1,1,1 ], "knot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kn|",1,1,2 ], "krona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kn|",1,1,3 ], "krone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koa",1,1,1 ], "a Hawaian mimosaceous tree, Acacia koa, yielding a hard wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koa",1,1,2 ], "the reddish wood of this tree, used esp| for furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koala",1,1,1 ], "a slow-moving Australian arboreal marsupial, Phascolarctus cinereus, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koala",1,1,1 ], "dense greyish fur and feeding on eucalyptus leaves and bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "koan",1,1,1 ], "(in Zen Buddhism) a problem or riddle that admits no logical solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kob",1,1,1 ], "any African antelope of the genus Kobus: similar to waterbucks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kobold",1,1,1 ], "a mischievous household sprite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kobold",1,1,2 ], "a spirit that haunts subterranean places, such as mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koel",1,1,1 ], "any of several parasitic cuckoos of the genus Eudynamys, esp| E| scolopacea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koel",1,1,1 ], "of S and SE Asia and Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kofta",1,1,1 ], "an Indian dish of seasoned minced meat shaped into small balls and cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koftgar",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a person skilled in the art of inlaying steel with gold (koftgari)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kohl",1,1,1 ], "a cosmetic powder used in Moslem and Asian countries to darken the area around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kohl",1,1,1 ], "the eyes| It is usually powdered antimony sulphide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kohlrabi",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated variety of cabbage, Brassica oleracea caulorapa (or gongylodes)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kohlrabi",1,1,1 ], "whose thickened stem is eaten as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "koine",1,1,1 ], "a common language among speakers of different languages; lingua franca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kokanee",1,1,1 ], "America: a variety of sockeye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kokanee",1,1,1 ], "a landlocked salmon, Oncorhynchus nerka kennerlyi, of lakes in W North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kokobeh",1,1,1 ], "(of certain fruit) having a rough skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kola nut",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cola nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kola",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cola ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kolinsky",1,1,1 ], "any of various Asian minks, esp| Mustela sibirica of Siberia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kolinsky",1,1,2 ], "the rich tawny fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kolkhoz",1,1,1 ], "a Russian collective farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kolo",1,1,1 ], "a Serbian folk dance in which a circle of people dance slowly around one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kolo",1,1,1 ], "more dancers in the centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kolo",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "komatik",1,1,1 ], "Eskimos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "komatik",1,1,1 ], "a sledge having wooden runners and crossbars bound with rawhide, used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kondo",1,1,1 ], "(in Uganda) a thief or armed robber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kongoni",1,1,1 ], "an E African hartebeest, Alcelaphus buselaphus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koniology",1,1,1 ], "the study of atmospheric dust and its effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koodoo",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kudu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kook",1,1,1 ], "an eccentric, crazy, or foolish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kookaburra",1,1,1 ], "a large arboreal Australian kingfisher, Dacelo novaeguineae (or gigas), with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kookaburra",1,1,1 ], "cackling cry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kooky",1,1,1 ], "kookier, kookiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kooky",1,1,2 ], "crazy, eccentric, or foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kop",1,1,1 ], "a prominent isolated hill or mountain in southern Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kopeck",1,1,1 ], "a Soviet monetary unit worth one hundredth of a rouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koph",1,1,1 ], "as a velar or uvular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "koph",1,1,1 ], "the 19th letter in the Hebrew alphabet () transliterated as q, and pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kopje",1,1,1 ], "a small kop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koppa",1,1,1 ], "(Attic) Greek orthography, but was passed on to the Romans who incorporated it into" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "koppa",1,1,1 ], "a consonantal letter in the Greek alphabet pronounced like kappa (K) with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koppa",1,1,1 ], "point of articulation further back in the throat| It became obsolete in classical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "koppa",1,1,1 ], "their alphabet as Q" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "kor",1,1,1 ], "another name for homer ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "korfball",1,1,1 ], "a game similar to basketball, in which each team consists of six men and six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "korfball",1,1,1 ], "women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "korma",1,1,1 ], "any of a variety of Indian dishes consisting of meat or vegetables braised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "korma",1,1,1 ], "with water, stock, yoghurt, or cream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "koruna",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Czechoslovakia, divided into 100 halers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kos",1,1,1 ], "an Indian unit of distance having different values in different localities| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kos",1,1,1 ], "is usually between 1 and 3 miles or 1 and 5 kilometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kosher",1,1,1 ], "prepared according to or conforming to Jewish dietary laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kosher",1,1,1,1 ], "genuine or authentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kosher",1,1,1,2 ], "legitimate or proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kosher",1,2,1 ], "kosher food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koto",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese stringed instrument, consisting of a rectangular wooden body over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koto",1,1,1 ], "device" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "koto",1,1,1 ], "which are stretched silk strings, which are plucked with the fingers or a nail-like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "koulibiaca",1,1,1 ], "a Russian baked dish consisting of flaked fish mixed with semolina encased in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "koulibiaca",1,1,1 ], "pastry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "koumis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kumiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kowhai",1,1,1 ], "a small leguminous tree, Sophora tetraptera, of New Zealand and Chile, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kowhai",1,1,1 ], "clusters of yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kowtow",1,1,1 ], "former Chinese custom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kowtow",1,1,1 ], "to touch the forehead to the ground as a sign of respect or deference: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kowtow",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to be servile or obsequious (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kowtow",1,2,1 ], "the act of kowtowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kraal",1,1,1 ], "a hut village in southern Africa, esp| one surrounded by a stockade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kraal",1,1,2 ], "an enclosure for livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kraal",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to the tribal aspects of the Black African way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kraal",1,3,1 ], "to enclose (cattle, etc|) in a kraal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kraft",1,1,1 ], "strong wrapping paper, made from pulp processed with a sulphate solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krait",1,1,1 ], "Bungarus, of S and SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "krait",1,1,1 ], "any nonaggressive brightly coloured venomous elapid snake of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kraken",1,1,1 ], "Norway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kraken",1,1,1 ], "a legendary sea monster of gigantic size believed to dwell off the coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krameria",1,1,1 ], "another name for rhatany (plant or drug)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krans",1,1,1 ], "a sheer rock face; precipice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kremlin",1,1,1 ], "the citadel of any Russian city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kreplach",1,1,1 ], "small filled dough casings usually served in soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kreutzer",1,1,1 ], "any of various former copper and silver coins of Germany or Austria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kriegspiel",1,1,1 ], "another word for war game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krill",1,1,1 ], "any small shrimplike marine crustacean of the order Euphausiacea: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krill",1,1,1 ], "principal food of whalebone whales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "krimmer",1,1,1 ], "Crimean region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "krimmer",1,1,1 ], "a tightly curled light grey fur obtained from the skins of lambs from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kris",1,1,1 ], "a Malayan and Indonesian stabbing or slashing knife with a scalloped edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krna",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Iceland, divided into 100 aurar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krna",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of Sweden, divided into 100 ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kromesky",1,1,1 ], "a croquette consisting of a piece of bacon wrapped round minced meat or fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krone",1,1,1 ], "ore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "krone",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Denmark and its dependencies, divided into 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krone",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of Norway, divided into 100 ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krone",2,1,1 ], "a former German gold coin worth ten marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krone",2,1,2 ], "a former Austrian monetary unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kroon",1,1,1 ], "the monetary unit of Estonia before 1940" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kruller",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cruller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krummhorn",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of crumhorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krypton",1,1,1 ], "3|733 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -111|9 degrees C; boiling pt|: 107|1 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "krypton",1,1,1 ], "an inert gaseous element occurring in trace amounts in air and used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "krypton",1,1,1 ], "fluorescent lights and lasers| Symbol: Kr; atomic no|: 36; atomic wt|: 83|80; density:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kr|",1,1,1 ], "krona" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kr|",1,1,2 ], "krone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kt|",1,1,1 ], "karat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kt|",1,1,2 ], "knot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kuchen",1,1,1 ], "a breadlike cake containing apple, nuts, and sugar, originating from Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kudos",1,1,1 ], "acclaim, glory, or prestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kudu",1,1,1 ], ", which inhabit the bush of Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kudu",1,1,1 ], "either of two spiral-horned antelopes, Tragelaphus strepsiceros or T| imberbis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kudzu",1,1,1 ], "a hairy leguminous climbing plant, Pueraria thunbergiana, of China and Japan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kudzu",1,1,1 ], "with trifoliate leaves and purple fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kueh",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) any cake of Malay, Chinese, or Indian origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kukri",1,1,1 ], "Gurkhas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kukri",1,1,1 ], "a knife with a curved blade that broadens towards the point, esp| as used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kula",1,1,1 ], "Pacific, used to establish relations between islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kula",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial gift exchange practised among a group of islanders in the W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kulak",1,1,1 ], "(in Russia after 1906) a member of the class of peasants who became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kulak",1,1,1 ], "collectivization of land, but in 1929 Stalin initiated their liquidation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "kulak",1,1,1 ], "proprietors of their own farms|After the October Revolution the kulaks opposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kumbaloi",1,1,1 ], "another name for worry beads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kumiss",1,1,1 ], "a drink made from fermented mare's or other milk, drunk by certain Asian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kumiss",1,1,1 ], "tribes, esp| in Russia or used for dietetic and medicinal purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kummerbund",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cummerbund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kumquat",1,1,1 ], "any of several small Chinese trees of the rutaceous genus Fortunella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kumquat",1,1,2 ], "preserves and confections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kumquat",1,1,2 ], "the small round orange fruit of such a tree, with a sweet rind, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kung fu",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese martial art combining principles of karate and judo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kunzite",1,1,1 ], "a lilac-coloured transparent variety of the mineral spodumene: a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kurchatovium",1,1,1 ], "another name for rutherfordium, esp| as used in the Soviet Union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kurrajong",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian trees or shrubs, esp| Brachychiton populneum, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kurrajong",1,1,1 ], "sterculiaceous tree that yields a tough durable fibre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kursaal",1,1,1 ], "a public room at a health resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kursaal",1,1,2 ], "an amusement park at a seaside or other resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kurtosis",1,1,1 ], "the sharpness of a peak on a curve of a density function, esp| in comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kurtosis",1,1,1 ], "with that of a normal density with the same variance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kurus",1,1,1 ], "another word for piastre (sense 2b)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kvass",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink of low strength made in the Soviet Union and E Europe from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kvass",1,1,1 ], "cereals and stale bread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kwacha",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Zambia, divided into 100 ngwee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kwacha",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of Malawi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kwanza",1,1,1 ], "the monetary unit of Angola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kwashiorkor",1,1,1 ], "resulting from dietary deficiency of protein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kwashiorkor",1,1,1 ], "severe malnutrition of infants and young children, esp| soon after weaning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kwela",1,1,1 ], "a type of beat music popular among the Bantu communities of South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyanite",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cyanite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyanize",1,1,1 ], "to treat (timber) with corrosive sublimate to make it resistant to decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyat",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Burma, divided into 100 pyas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyle",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in place names) a narrow strait or channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kylin",1,1,1 ], "(in Chinese art) a mythical animal of composite form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kylix",1,1,1 ], "a shallow two-handled drinking vessel used in ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyloe",1,1,1 ], "a breed of small long-horned long-haired beef cattle from NW Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kymograph",1,1,1 ], "a rotatable drum for holding paper on which a tracking stylus continuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kymograph",1,1,1 ], "records variations in blood pressure, respiratory movements, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kymograph",1,1,2 ], "of the articulatory organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kymograph",1,1,2 ], "this device as applied to the measurement of variations in the muscular action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kymograph",1,1,3 ], "an instrument for recording the angular oscillations of an aircraft in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyphosis",1,1,1 ], "backward curvature of the thoracic spine, of congenital origin or resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyphosis",1,1,1 ], "from injury or disease; hunchback" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "kyu",1,1,1 ], "one of the six student grades for inexperienced competitors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "kyu",1,1,2 ], "a student in the kyu grades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l",1,1,1 ], "the 12th letter and ninth consonant of the modern English alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l",1,1,2 ], "a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a lateral, as in label" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l",1,1,2,1 ], "something shaped like an L" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "la",1,1,1 ], "an alternative spelling of Lah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "la",2,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "la-di-da",1,1,1 ], "affecting exaggeratedly genteel manners or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "la-di-da",1,2,1 ], "a la-di-da person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laager",1,1,1 ], "(in Africa) a camp, esp| one defended by a circular formation of wagons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laager",1,1,2 ], "a place where armoured vehicles are parked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laager",1,2,1 ], "to form (wagons) into a laager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laager",1,3,1 ], "to park (armoured vehicles) in a laager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lab",1,1,1 ], "short for laboratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labarum",1,1,1 ], "a standard or banner carried in Christian religious processions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labarum",1,1,2 ], "Great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labarum",1,1,2 ], "the military standard bearing a Christian monogram used by Constantine the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labdanum",1,1,1 ], "a dark resinous juice obtained from various rockroses of the genus Cistus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labdanum",1,1,1 ], "used in perfumery and in the manufacture of fumigants and medicinal plasters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labefaction",1,1,1 ], "deterioration; weakening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,1 ], "a piece of paper, card, or other material attached to an object to identify it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,1 ], "destination, etc|; tag" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,1 ], "or give instructions or details concerning its ownership, use, nature," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,2 ], "a brief descriptive phrase or term given to a person, group, school of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,2 ], "thought, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,3 ], "a word or phrase heading a piece of text to indicate or summarize its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,3 ], "contents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,4 ], "a trademark or company or brand name on certain goods, esp| on gramophone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,4 ], "records" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,5 ], "another name for ,dripstone ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,6 ], "a charge consisting of a horizontal line across the chief of a shield with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,6 ], "three or more pendants: the charge of an eldest son" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,7 ], "a set of characters by which a file is identified by the central processing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,7 ], "unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,8 ], "a radioactive element used in a compound to trace the mechanism of a chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,1,8 ], "reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,2,1 ], "to fasten a label to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,2,2 ], "to mark with a label" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,2,3 ], "to describe or classify in a word or phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,2,4 ], "the mechanism of a reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "label",1,2,4 ], "to make (one or more atoms in a compound) radioactive, for use in determining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labellum",1,1,1 ], "distinct, often lobed, lip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labellum",1,1,1 ], "the part of the corolla of certain plants, esp| orchids, that forms a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labellum",1,1,2 ], "a lobe at the tip of the proboscis of a fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labia majora",1,1,1 ], "orifice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labia majora",1,1,1 ], "the two elongated outer folds of skin in human females surrounding the vaginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labia minora",1,1,1 ], "the two small inner folds of skin in human females forming the margins of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labia minora",1,1,1 ], "vaginal orifice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labia",1,1,1 ], "the plural of labium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or near lips or labia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,1,2 ], "as in a flue pipe of an organ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,1,2 ], "producing sounds by the action of an air stream over a narrow liplike fissure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,1,3 ], "lips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,1,3 ], "relating to a speech sound whose articulation involves movement or use of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,2,1 ], "an organ pipe with a liplike fissure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,2,2 ], "a speech sound such as English p or m, whose articulation involves movement or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labial",1,2,2 ], "use of the lips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labialize",1,1,1 ], "a close back vowel (u:) as in English cool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labialize",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce with articulation involving rounded lips, such as for (k) before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labiate",1,1,1 ], "any plants of the family Labiatae, having square stems, aromatic leaves, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labiate",1,1,1 ], "two-lipped corolla: includes mint, thyme, sage, rosemary, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labiate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Labiatae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labile",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound) prone to chemical change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labile",1,1,2 ], "liable to change or move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labio-",1,1,1 ], "relating to or formed by the lips and (another organ or part)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labiodental",1,1,1 ], "pronounced by bringing the bottom lip into contact or near contact with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labiodental",1,1,1 ], "upper teeth, as for the fricative (f) in English fat, puff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labiodental",1,2,1 ], "a labiodental consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labionasal",1,1,1 ], "lowering the soft palate allowing air to escape through the nasal cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labionasal",1,1,1 ], "pronounced by making a complete closure of the air passage at the lips and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labionasal",1,2,1 ], "a labionasal consonant, such as m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labiovelar",1,1,1 ], "articulation at the soft palate and the lips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labiovelar",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting a speech sound pronounced with simultaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labiovelar",1,2,1 ], "a labiovelar speech sound, such as some pronunciations of the consonant spelt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labiovelar",1,2,1 ], "q in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labium",1,1,1 ], "a lip or liplike structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labium",1,1,2 ], "any one of the four lip-shaped folds of the female vulva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labium",1,1,3 ], "the fused pair of appendages forming the lower lip of insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labium",1,1,4 ], "the lower lip of the corolla of labiate flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lablab",1,1,1 ], "Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lablab",1,1,1 ], "a twining leguminous plant, Dolichos lablab (or Lablab niger), of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lablab",1,1,2 ], "the edible pod or bean of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labor union",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labor",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laboratory",1,1,1,1 ], "a building or room equipped for conducting scientific research or for teaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laboratory",1,1,1,1 ], "practical science" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laboratory",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laboratory",1,1,2 ], "a place where chemicals or medicines are manufactured|Often shortened to lab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laborious",1,1,1 ], "involving great exertion or long effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laborious",1,1,2 ], "given to working hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laborious",1,1,3 ], "(of literary style, etc|) not fluent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour camp",1,1,1 ], "a penal colony involving forced labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour camp",1,1,2 ], "a camp for migratory labourers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour exchange",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the Employment Service Agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,1 ], "productive work, esp| physical toil done for wages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,1,1 ], "capital, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,1,1 ], "difficult or arduous work or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,1,1 ], "the people, class, or workers involved in this, esp| as opposed to management," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,1,2 ], "labour-saving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,2 ], "a particular job or task, esp| of a difficult nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,2,1 ], "the pain or effort of childbirth or the time during which this takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,2,1 ], "to perform labour; work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,3,1 ], "to strive or work hard (for something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,4,1 ], "to be burdened (by) or be at a disadvantage (because of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,5,1 ], "to make one's way with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,6,1 ], "to deal with or treat too persistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,7,1 ], "(of a woman) to be in labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labour",1,8,1 ], "(of a ship) to pitch and toss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laboured",1,1,1 ], "(of breathing) performed with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laboured",1,1,2 ], "showing effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labourer",1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in physical work, esp| of an unskilled kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labourism",1,1,1 ], "the dominance of the working classes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labourism",1,1,2 ], "a political, social, or economic system that favours such dominance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labourism",1,1,3 ], "support for workers' rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labourist",1,1,1 ], "a person who supports workers' rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labourist",1,1,2 ], "a supporter of labourism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labradorite",1,1,1 ], "a blue, green, or reddish-brown feldspar mineral of the plagioclase series:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labradorite",1,1,1 ], "used as a decorative stone| Formula: CaAl2Si2O8|NaAlSi3O8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labret",1,1,1 ], "a piece of bone, shell, etc|; inserted into the lip as an ornament by certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labret",1,1,1 ], "peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labroid",1,1,1 ], "any percoid fish of the family Labridae (wrasses)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labroid",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the Labridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labrum",1,1,1 ], "a lip or liplike part, such as the cuticular plate forming the upper lip of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labrum",1,1,1 ], "insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laburnum",1,1,1 ], "any papilionaceous tree or shrub of the Eurasian genus Laburnum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laburnum",1,1,1 ], "clusters of yellow drooping flowers: all parts of the plant are poisonous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth fish",1,1,1 ], "and Africa, having a lunglike respiratory organ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth fish",1,1,1 ], "any tropical freshwater spiny-finned fish of the family Anabantidae of SE Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,1 ], "a mazelike network of tunnels, chambers, or paths, either natural or man-made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,2 ], "any complex or confusing system of streets, passages, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,3 ], "a complex or intricate situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,3,1 ], "any system of interconnecting cavities, esp| those comprising the internal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,3,1 ], "ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,3,2 ], "another name for internal ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,4 ], "air chambers designed to absorb unwanted sound waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinth",1,1,4 ], "an enclosure behind a high-performance loudspeaker, consisting of a series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinthine" ,1, 1, 1],"labyrinthian, or labyrinthic",1). c_DEF([ "labyrinthine" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to a labyrinth",1). c_DEF([ "labyrinthine" ,1, 1, 3],"resembling a labyrinth in complexity",1). c_DEF([ "labyrinthodont",1,1,1 ], "Triassic times, having teeth with much-folded dentine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "labyrinthodont",1,1,1 ], "any primitive amphibians of the order Labyrinthodontia, of late Devonian to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lab|",1,1,1 ], "laboratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lab|",1,1,2 ], "labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lac insect",1,1,1 ], "any of various homopterous insects of the family Lacciferidae, esp| Laccifer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lac insect",1,1,1 ], "lacca of India, the females of which secrete lac" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lac",1,1,1 ], "a resinous substance secreted by certain lac insects, used in the manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lac",1,1,1 ], "of shellac" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lac",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lakh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laccolith",1,1,1 ], "a dome of igneous rock between two layers of older sedimentary rock: formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laccolith",1,1,1 ], "the intrusion of magma, forcing the overlying strata into a dome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lace into",1,1,1 ], "to attack violently, either verbally or physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace up",1,1,1 ], "to tighten or fasten (clothes or footwear) with laces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace up",1,2,1 ], "lace-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace up",1,2,2 ], "(of footwear) to be fastened with laces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace up",1,3,1 ], "a lace-up shoe or boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,1,1 ], "a delicate decorative fabric made from cotton, silk, etc|, woven in an open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,1,1 ], "web of different symmetrical patterns and figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,1,2 ], "a cord or string drawn through holes or eyelets or around hooks to fasten a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,1,2 ], "shoe or garment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,1,3 ], "ornamental braid often used on military uniforms, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,1,4 ], "a dash of spirits added to a beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,2,1 ], "to fasten (shoes, etc|) with a lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,3,1 ], "to draw (a cord or thread) through holes, eyes, etc|, as when tying shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,4,1 ], "to compress the waist of (someone), as with a corset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,5,1 ], "to add a dash of spirits to (a beverage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,6,1 ], "to streak or mark with lines or colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,7,1 ], "to intertwine; interlace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lace",1,8,1 ], "to give a sound beating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacerant",1,1,1 ], "painfully distressing; harrowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacerate",1,2,1 ], "to tear (the flesh, etc|) jaggedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacerate",1,2,2 ], "to hurt or harrow (the feelings, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacerate",1,3,1 ], "having edges that are jagged or torn; lacerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacewing",1,1,1 ], "Hemerobiidae , having lacy wings and preying on aphids and similar pests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lacewing",1,1,1 ], "any of various neuropterous insects, esp| any of the families Chrysopidae and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laches",1,1,1 ], "negligence or unreasonable delay in pursuing a legal remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lachryma Christi",1,1,1 ], "a red or white wine from the bay of Naples in S Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lachrymal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lacrimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lachrymator",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lacrimator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lachrymatory",1,1,1 ], "a small vessel found in ancient tombs, formerly thought to hold the tears of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lachrymatory",1,1,1 ], "mourners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lachrymatory",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of lacrimatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lachrymose",1,1,1 ], "given to weeping; tearful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lachrymose",1,1,2 ], "mournful; sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacing",1,1,1 ], "a course of bricks, stone, etc|, for strengthening a rubble or flint wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacing",1,1,2 ], "another word for lace (senses 2-4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacing",1,1,3 ], "a severe beating (esp| in the phrase give someone a lacing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laciniate",1,1,1 ], "jagged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laciniate",1,1,2 ], "having a fringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lack",1,1,1 ], "an insufficiency, shortage, or absence of something required or desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lack",1,1,2 ], "something that is required but is absent or in short supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lack",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lack",1,2,2 ], "often foll| by in or for) to be deficient (in) or have need (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lackadaisical",1,1,1 ], "lacking vitality and purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lackadaisical",1,1,2 ], "lazy or idle, esp| in a dreamy way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lackaday",1,1,1 ], "another word for alas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacker",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lacquer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lackey",1,1,1 ], "a servile follower; hanger-on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lackey",1,1,2 ], "a liveried male servant or valet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lackey",1,1,3 ], "a person who is treated like a servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lackey",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to act as a lackey (to)|Also (rare): lacquey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacklustre",1,1,1 ], "lacking force, brilliance, or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laconic",1,1,1 ], "(of a person''s speech) using few words terse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laconism",1,1,1 ], "economy of expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laconism",1,1,2 ], "a terse saying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,1 ], "a hard glossy coating made by dissolving cellulose derivatives or natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,1 ], "resins in a volatile solvent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,2 ], "a black resinous substance, obtained from certain trees, used to give a hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,2 ], "glossy finish to wooden furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,3 ], "lacquer tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,4 ], "a mixture of shellac and alcohol for spraying onto the hair to hold a style in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,4 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lacquer",1,1,5 ], "decorative objects coated with such lacquer, often inlaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimal duct",1,1,1 ], "a short tube in the inner corner of the eyelid through which tears drain into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimal duct",1,1,1 ], "the nose| Nontechnical name: tear duct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimal gland",1,1,1 ], "and the conjunctiva of the eyelid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimal gland",1,1,1 ], "the compound gland that secretes tears and lubricates the surface of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to tears or to the glands that secrete tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimation",1,1,1 ], "the secretion of tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimator",1,1,1 ], "a substance causing an increase in the flow of tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrimatory",1,1,1 ], "of, causing, or producing tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrosse",1,1,1 ], "a ball game invented by American Indians, now played by two teams who try to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacrosse",1,1,1 ], "propel a ball into each other's goal by means of long-handled rackets (crosses)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactalbumin",1,1,1 ], "a protein occurring in milk that contains all the amino acids essential to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactalbumin",1,1,1 ], "man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactam",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of inner amides, derived from amino acids, having the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactam",1,1,1 ], "characteristic group -CONH-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse lactose to glucose and galactose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactate",1,1,1 ], "an ester or salt of lactic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactate",2,1,1 ], "(of mammals) to produce or secrete milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactation",1,1,1 ], "the secretion of milk from the mammary glands after parturition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactation",1,1,2 ], "the period during which milk is secreted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacteal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacteal",1,1,2 ], "(of lymphatic vessels) conveying or containing chyle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacteal",1,2,1 ], "any of the lymphatic vessels conveying chyle from the small intestine to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacteal",1,2,1 ], "thoracic duct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactescent",1,1,1 ], "(of plants and certain insects) secreting a milky fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactescent",1,1,2 ], "milky or becoming milky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH3CH(OH)COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lactic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless syrupy carboxylic acid found in sour milk and many fruits and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactic acid",1,1,1 ], "used as a preservative for foodstuffs and for making pharmaceuticals and adhesives|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or derived from milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactiferous",1,1,1 ], "producing, conveying, or secreting milk or a milky fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactiferous",1,1,2 ], "another word for laticiferous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactobacillus",1,1,1 ], "any Gram-positive rod-shaped bacterium of the genus Lactobacillus, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactobacillus",1,1,1 ], "ferments carbohydrates: family Lactobacillaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactoflavin",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for riboflavin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactogenic",1,1,1 ], "inducing lactation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactometer",1,1,1 ], "a hydrometer used to measure the relative density of milk and thus determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactometer",1,1,1 ], "its quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactone",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds formed from hydroxy acids and containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactone",1,1,1 ], "the group -C(CO)OC-, where the carbon atoms are part of a ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lactoprotein",1,1,1 ], "any protein, such as lactalbumin or caseinogen, that is present in milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the amount of cream in milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactose",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline disaccharide occurring in milk and used in the manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lactose",1,1,1 ], "of pharmaceuticals and baby foods| Formula: C12H22O11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lacuna",1,1,1 ], "a gap or space, esp| in a book or manuscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacuna",1,1,2 ], "a cavity or depression, such as any of the spaces in the matrix of bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacuna",1,1,3 ], "another name for coffer ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacunar",1,1,1 ], "a ceiling, soffit, or vault having coffers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacunar",1,1,2 ], "another name for coffer ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacunar",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing a lacuna or lacunas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacustrine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to lakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacustrine",1,1,2 ], "living or growing in or on the shores of a lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacy",1,1,1 ], "lacier, laciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lacy",1,1,2 ], "made of or resembling lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lad",1,1,1 ], "a boy or young man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lad",1,1,2 ], "a familiar form of address for any male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lad",1,1,3 ], "a boy or man who looks after horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lad's love",1,1,1 ], "another name for southernwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladanum",1,1,1 ], "another name for labdanum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladder back",1,1,1 ], "a type of chair in which the back is constructed of horizontal slats between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladder back",1,1,1 ], "two uprights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,1 ], "a portable framework of wood, metal, rope, etc|, in the form of two long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,1 ], "angles, for climbing up or down" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,1 ], "parallel members connected by several parallel rungs or steps fixed to them at right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,2 ], "any hierarchy conceived of as having a series of ascending stages, levels," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,2,1 ], "anything resembling a ladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,3 ], "a line of connected stitches that have come undone in knitted material, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,1,3 ], "stockings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,2,1 ], "snagging, or (of a stocking) to come undone in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ladder",1,2,1 ], "to cause a line of interconnected stitches in (stockings, etc|) to undo, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laddie",1,1,1 ], "a familiar term for a male, esp| a young man; lad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lade",1,1,1 ], "on cargo or freight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lade",1,1,1 ], "to put cargo or freight on board (a ship, etc|) or (of a ship, etc|) to take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lade",1,2,1 ], "to burden or oppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lade",1,3,1 ], "to fill or load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lade",1,3,2 ], "to remove (liquid) with or as if with a ladle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laden",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of lade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laden",1,2,1 ], "weighed down with a load; loaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laden",1,2,2 ], "encumbered; burdened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladies",1,1,1 ], "a women's public lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladies' fingers",1,1,1 ], "another name for kidney vetch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladies' gallery",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a gallery in the old House of Commons set aside for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladies' gallery",1,1,1 ], "spectators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ladies' man",1,1,1 ], "a man who is fond of, attentive to, and successful with women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladies-tresses",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lady's-tresses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lading",1,1,1 ], "a load; cargo; freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladino",1,1,1 ], "an Italian variety of white clover grown as a forage crop in North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladle out",1,1,1 ], "to distribute (money, gifts, etc|) generously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladle",1,1,1 ], "a long-handled spoon having a deep bowl for serving or transferring liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladle",1,1,2 ], "a large bucket-shaped container for transferring molten metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladle",1,2,1 ], "to lift or serve out with or as if with a ladle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady bountiful",1,1,1 ], "an ostentatiously charitable woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady mayoress",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a lord mayor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady",1,1,1 ], "a woman regarded as having the characteristics of a good family and high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady",1,1,1 ], "social position; female counterpart of gentleman ,1,1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lady",1,1,1,1 ], "a polite name for a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady",1,1,3 ], "lady of the house| the female head of the household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady",1,1,4 ], "a woman with proprietary rights and authority, as over a manor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's bedstraw",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rubiaceous plant, Galium verum, with clusters of small yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's bedstraw",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lady's finger",1,1,1 ], "another name for bhindi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's maid",1,1,1 ], "a maid who assists a woman in dressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's man",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ladies' man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's mantle",1,1,1 ], "any of various rosaceous plants of the N temperate genus Alchemilla, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's mantle",1,1,1 ], "small green flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lady's-slipper",1,1,1 ], "any of various orchids of the Eurasian genus Cypripedium, esp| C| calceolus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's-slipper",1,1,1 ], "having reddish or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lady's-smock",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate cruciferous plant, Cardamine pratensis, with white or rose-pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's-smock",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lady's-thumb",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for red shank (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's-tresses",1,1,1 ], "(functioning as sing| or pl|) any of various orchids of the genus Spiranthes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady's-tresses",1,1,1 ], "having spikes of small white fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lady-in-waiting",1,1,1 ], "a lady of a royal household who attends a queen or princess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lady-killer",1,1,1 ], "a man who is irresistibly fascinating to women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladybird",1,1,1 ], "any of various small brightly coloured beetles of the family Coccinellidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladybird",1,1,1 ], "name: ladybug" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ladybird",1,1,1 ], "such as Adalia bipunctata , which has red elytra marked with black spots| Usual U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ladyfinger",1,1,1 ], "a small finger-shaped sponge cake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladyfy",1,1,1 ], "to make a lady of (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladylike",1,1,1 ], "like or befitting a lady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladylike",1,1,2 ], "(of a man) effeminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladylove",1,1,1 ], "a beloved woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ladysnow",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for cocaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevo-",1,1,1 ], "on or towards the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevo-",1,1,2 ], "(in chemistry) denoting a laevorotatory compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevogyrate",1,1,1 ], "another word for laevorotatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevorotation",1,1,1 ], "a rotation to the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevorotation",1,1,2 ], "an anticlockwise rotation of the plane of polarization of plane-polarized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevorotation",1,1,2 ], "light as a result of its passage through a crystal, liquid, or solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laevorotatory",1,1,1 ], "of, having, or causing laevorotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevulin",1,1,1 ], "a polysaccharide occurring in the tubers of certain helianthus plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laevulose",1,1,1 ], "another name for fructose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag screw",1,1,1 ], "a woodscrew with a square head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag" ,2, 1, 1],"a convict or ex-convict (esp| in the phrase old lag)",1). c_DEF([ "lag" ,2, 1, 2],"a term of imprisonment",1). c_DEF([ "lag" ,2, 2, 1],"(tr|) to arrest or put in prison",1). c_DEF([ "lag",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(often foll| by behind)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,1,2 ], "to hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,1,3 ], "to fall away in strength or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,1,4 ], "a line or, in billiards, hitting cue balls up the table against the top cushion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,1,4 ], "in an attempt to bring them back close to the headrail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,1,4 ], "to determine an order of play in certain games, as by rolling marbles towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,2,1 ], "the act or state of slowing down or falling behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,2,2 ], "effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,2,2 ], "the interval of time between two events, esp| between an action and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",1,2,3 ], "an act of lagging in a game, such as billiards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",3,1,1 ], "to cover (a pipe, cylinder, etc|) with lagging to prevent loss of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",3,2,1 ], "the insulating casing of a steam cylinder, boiler, etc|; lagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lag",3,2,2 ], "a stave or lath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagan",1,1,1 ], "goods or wreckage on the sea bed, sometimes attached to a buoy to permit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagan",1,1,1 ], "recovery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lagena",1,1,1 ], "a bottle with a narrow neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagena",1,1,2 ], "an outgrowth of the sacculus in the ear of fishes and amphibians, thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagena",1,1,2 ], "be homologous to the cochlea of mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lager",1,1,1 ], "a light-bodied effervescent beer, stored for varying periods before use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lager",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of laager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laggard",1,1,1 ], "a person who lags behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laggard",1,1,2 ], "a dawdler or straggler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laggard",1,2,1 ], "sluggish, slow, or dawdling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagging",1,1,1 ], "insulating material wrapped around pipes, boilers, etc|, or laid in a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagging",1,1,1 ], "loft, to prevent loss of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lagging",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of applying lagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagging",1,1,3 ], "a wooden frame used to support an arch during construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagniappe",1,1,1 ], "a small gift, esp| one given to a customer who makes a purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagomorph",1,1,1 ], "any placental mammal of the order Lagomorpha, having two pairs of upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagomorph",1,1,1 ], "incisors specialized for gnawing: includes pikas, rabbits, and hares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lagoon",1,1,1 ], "a body of water cut off from the open sea by coral reefs or sand bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lagoon",1,1,2 ], "any small body of water, esp| one adjoining a larger one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lah",1,1,1 ], "(in tonic solfa) the sixth note of any major scale submediant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lah-di-dah",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of la-di-da" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laic",1,1,1 ], "of or involving the laity; secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laic",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for layman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laicize",1,1,1 ], "institution, building, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laicize",1,1,1 ], "to withdraw clerical or ecclesiastical character or status from (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laid paper",1,1,1 ], "paper with a regular mesh impressed upon it by the dandy roller on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laid paper",1,1,1 ], "paper-making machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laid",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of lay'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laik",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by about) to play (a game, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laik",1,2,1 ], "to be on holiday, esp| to take a day off work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laik",1,3,1 ], "to be unemployed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lain",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of lie'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lair",1,1,1 ], "the resting place of a wild animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lair",1,1,2 ], "a place of seclusion or hiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lair",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a wild animal) to retreat to or rest in a lair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lair",1,3,1 ], "to drive or place (an animal) in a lair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laird",1,1,1 ], "a landowner, esp| of a large estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lairy",1,1,1 ], "lairier, lairiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lairy",1,1,2 ], "gaudy or flashy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laissez aller" ,1, 1, 2],"lack of constraint; freedom",1). c_DEF([ "laissez faire" ,1, 1, 2],"a",1). c_DEF([ "laissez faire" ,1, 1, 4],"the doctrine of unrestricted freedom in commerce, esp| for private interests",1). c_DEF([ "laissez faire" ,1, 1, 5],"as modifier: a laissez-faire economy",1). c_DEF([ "laissez faire" ,1, 1, 6],"indifference or noninterference, esp| in the affairs of others",1). c_DEF([ "laissez passer" ,1, 1, 2],"a document granting unrestricted access or movement to its holder",1). c_DEF([ "laity",1,1,1 ], "laymen, as distinguished from clergymen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laity",1,1,2 ], "all people not of a specific occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lake dwelling",1,1,1 ], "a dwelling, esp| in prehistoric villages, constructed on platforms supported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lake dwelling",1,1,1 ], "by wooden piles driven into the bottom of a lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lake herring",1,1,1 ], "a whitefish, Coregonus artedi, of deep North American lakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lake herring",1,1,2 ], "another name for powan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lake",1,1,1 ], "an expanse of water entirely surrounded by land and unconnected to the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lake",1,1,1 ], "except by rivers or streams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lake",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lake",2,1,1 ], "a bright pigment used in textile dyeing and printing inks, produced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lake",2,1,1 ], "combination of an organic colouring matter with an inorganic compound, usually a metallic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lake",2,1,1 ], "salt, oxide, or hydroxide" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lake",2,1,2 ], "a red dye obtained by combining a metallic compound with cochineal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laker",1,1,1 ], "a cargo vessel used on lakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lakh",1,1,1 ], "(in India) the number 100,000, esp| when referring to this sum of rupees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laksa",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a dish of Chinese origin consisting of rice noodles served in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laksa",1,1,1 ], "curry or hot soup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laky",1,1,1 ], "lakier, lakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laky",1,1,2 ], "of the reddish colour of the pigment lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lalang",1,1,1 ], "a coarse weedy Malaysian grass, Imperata arundinacea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lalapalooza",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lollapalooza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lallation",1,1,1 ], "a defect of speech consisting of the pronunciation of (r) as (l)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lallygag",1,1,1 ], "to loiter aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lam" ,2, 1, 1],"a sudden flight or escape, esp| to avoid arrest",1). c_DEF([ "lam" ,2, 1, 2],"on the lam| making an escape",1). c_DEF([ "lam" ,2, 1, 3],"take it on the lam| to escape or flee, esp| from the police",1). c_DEF([ "lam" ,2, 2, 1],"(intr|) to escape or flee",1). c_DEF([ "lam",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric of silk, cotton, or wool interwoven with threads of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lam",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lam",1,2,1 ], "to thrash or beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lam",1,3,1 ], "to make a sweeping stroke or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lama",1,1,1 ], "a priest or monk of Lamaism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamasery",1,1,1 ], "a monastery of lamas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb down",1,1,1 ], "to persuade (someone) to spend all his money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,1,1 ], "the young of a sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,1,2 ], "the meat of a young sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,1,3 ], "a person, esp| a child, who is innocent, meek, good, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,1,4 ], "a person easily deceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,1,5 ], "like a lamb to the slaughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,1,5,1 ], "without resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,1,5,2 ], "innocently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb",1,2,1 ], "(of a ewe) to give birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb's lettuce",1,1,1 ], "another name for corn salad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb's tails",1,1,1 ], "the pendulous catkins of the hazel tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamb's-quarters",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for fat hen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambaste",1,1,1 ], "to beat or whip severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambaste",1,1,2 ], "to reprimand or scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambda",1,1,1 ], "as l" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lambda",1,1,1 ], "the 11th letter of the Greek alphabet (#GV, #Gv), a consonant transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambdacism",1,1,1 ], "excessive use or idiosyncratic pronunciation of l" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambdacism",1,1,2 ], "another word for lallation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambdoid",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of the Greek letter lambda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambdoid",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting the suture near the back of the skull between the occipital and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambdoid",1,1,2 ], "parietal bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lambent",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a flame) flickering softly over a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambent",1,1,2 ], "glowing with soft radiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambent",1,1,3 ], "(of wit or humour) light or brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambert",1,1,1 ], "L" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lambert",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of illumination, equal to 1 lumen per square centimetre| Symbol:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambkin",1,1,1 ], "a small or young lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambkin",1,1,2 ], "a term of affection for a small endearing child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambrequin",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental hanging covering the edge of a shelf or the upper part of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambrequin",1,1,1 ], "window or door" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lambrequin",1,1,1,1 ], "a border pattern giving a draped effect, used on ceramics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambrequin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambrequin",1,1,2 ], "a scarf worn over a helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambrequin",1,1,3 ], "another name for mantling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambskin",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a lamb, esp| with the wool still on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambskin",1,1,1,1 ], "a material or garment prepared from this skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lambskin",1,1,2 ], "a cotton or woollen fabric resembling this skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame duck",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is disabled or ineffectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame duck",1,1,2 ], "a speculator who cannot discharge his liabilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame duck",1,1,2,1 ], "an elected official or body of officials remaining in office in the interval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame duck",1,1,2,1 ], "between the election and inauguration of a successor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lame duck",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame duck",1,1,3 ], "designating a term of office after which the officeholder will not run for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame duck",1,1,3 ], "re-election" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lame",1,1,1 ], "disabled or crippled in the legs or feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame",1,1,2 ], "painful or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame",1,1,3 ], "not effective or enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame",1,1,4 ], "conventional or uninspiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame",1,2,1 ], "to make lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lame",2,1,1 ], "one of the overlapping metal plates used in armour after about 1330; splint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamebrain",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or slow-witted person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamed",1,1,1 ], "the 12th letter in the Hebrew alphabet (), transliterated as l|Also: lamedh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,1 ], "a thin layer, plate, or membrane, esp| any of the calcified layers of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,1 ], "bone is formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the spore-bearing gills of a mushroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,1,2 ], "any of the membranes in a chloroplast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,1,3 ], "middle lamella| a layer of pectin cementing together adjacent cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,2 ], "one of a number of timber, metal, or concrete members connected along a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,2 ], "pattern of intersecting diagonal lines to form a framed vaulted roof structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lamella",1,1,3 ], "any thin sheet of material or thin layer in a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamelli-",1,1,1 ], "indicating lamella or lamellae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamellibranch",1,2,1 ], "another word for bivalve 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamellicorn",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the superfamily Lamellicornia, having flattened terminal plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamellicorn",1,1,1 ], "to the antennae: includes the scarabs and stag beetles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lamellicorn",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Lamellicornia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamellicorn",1,2,2 ], "designating antennae with platelike terminal segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamelliform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a lamella; platelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamellirostral",1,1,1 ], "(of ducks, geese, etc|) having a bill fringed with thin plates on the inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamellirostral",1,1,1 ], "edge for straining water from food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lament",1,1,1 ], "to feel or express sorrow, remorse, or regret (for or over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lament",1,2,1 ], "an expression of sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lament",1,2,2 ], "a poem or song in which a death is lamented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamentable",1,1,1 ], "wretched, deplorable, or distressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamentable",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for mournful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamentation",1,1,1 ], "a lament; expression of sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamentation",1,1,2 ], "the act of lamenting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamented",1,1,1 ], "grieved for or regretted (often in the phrase late lamented)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamia",1,1,1 ], "head and breasts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lamia",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of female monsters depicted with a snake's body and a woman's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamia",1,1,2 ], "a vampire or sorceress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamina",1,1,1 ], "a thin plate, esp| of bone or mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamina",1,1,2 ], "the flat blade of a leaf, petal, or thallus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminar flow",1,1,1 ], "nonturbulent motion of a fluid in which parallel layers have different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminar flow",1,1,1 ], "relative velocities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laminaria",1,1,1 ], "any brown seaweeds of the genus Laminaria, having large fluted leathery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminaria",1,1,1 ], "fronds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laminate",1,2,1 ], "to make (material in sheet form) by bonding together two or more thin sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminate",1,2,2 ], "to split or be split into thin sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminate",1,3,1 ], "to beat, form, or press (material, esp| metal) into thin sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminate",1,4,1 ], "to cover or overlay with a thin sheet of material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminate",1,5,1 ], "a material made by bonding together two or more sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminate",1,6,1 ], "having or composed of lamina; laminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamination",1,1,1 ], "the act of laminating or the state of being laminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamination",1,1,2 ], "a layered structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamination",1,1,3 ], "a layer; lamina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamington",1,1,1 ], "a cube of sponge cake coated in chocolate and dried coconut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laminitis",1,1,1 ], "attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laminitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the laminated tissue structure to which the hoof of a horse is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lammergeier",1,1,1 ], "a rare vulture, Gypaetus barbatus, of S Europe, Africa, and Asia, with dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lammergeier",1,1,1 ], "wings, a pale breast, and black feathers around the bill: family Accipitridae (hawks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lamp chimney",1,1,1 ], "a glass tube that surrounds the wick in an oil lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp shell",1,1,1 ], "another name for a brachiopod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp standart",1,1,1 ], "a tall metal or concrete post supporting a street lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a number of devices that produce illumination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp",1,1,1,2 ], "lampshade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp",1,1,2 ], "a device for holding one or more electric light bulbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp",1,1,3 ], "a vessel in which a liquid fuel is burned to supply illumination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp",1,1,4 ], "any of a variety of devices that produce radiation, esp| for therapeutic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamp",1,1,4 ], "purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lampas",1,1,1 ], "a swelling of the mucous membrane of the hard palate of horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lampas",2,1,1 ], "an ornate damask-like cloth of cotton or silk and cotton, used in upholstery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lampblack",1,1,1 ], "a finely divided form of almost pure carbon produced by the incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lampblack",1,1,1 ], "combustion of organic compounds, such as natural gas, used in making carbon electrodes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lampblack",1,1,1 ], "dynamo brushes and as a pigment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lamper eel",1,1,1 ], "another name for lamprey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lampern",1,1,1 ], "a migratory European lamprey, Lampetra fluviatilis, that spawns in rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lampion",1,1,1 ], "an oil-burning lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamplighter",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person who lit and extinguished street lamps, esp| gas ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamplighter",1,1,2 ], "any of various devices used to light lamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lampoon",1,1,1 ], "a satire in prose or verse ridiculing a person, literary work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lampoon",1,2,1 ], "to attack or satirize in a lampoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamppost",1,1,1 ], "a post supporting a lamp, esp| in a street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamprey",1,1,1 ], "any eel-like cyclostome vertebrate of the family Petromyzonidae, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamprey",1,1,1 ], "round sucking mouth for clinging to and feeding on the blood of other animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lamprophyre",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of basic igneous rocks consisting of feldspar and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lamprophyre",1,1,1 ], "ferromagnesian minerals, esp| biotite: occurring as dykes and minor intrusions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lam|",1,1,1 ], "laminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanai",1,1,1 ], "a Hawaiian word for veranda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanate",1,1,1 ], "having or consisting of a woolly covering of hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance corporal",1,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer of the lowest rank in the British Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance rest",1,1,1 ], "a hinged bracket on the breastplate of a medieval horseman on which the lance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance rest",1,1,1 ], "was rested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lance sergeant",1,1,1 ], "a corporal acting as a sergeant, usually on a temporary basis and without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance sergeant",1,1,1 ], "additional pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lance",1,1,1 ], "a long weapon with a pointed head used by horsemen to unhorse or injure an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance",1,1,1 ], "opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lance",1,1,2 ], "a similar weapon used for hunting, whaling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance",1,1,3 ], "another name for lancet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance",1,1,4 ], "short for sand lance (another name for sand eel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance",1,1,5 ], "break a lance (with)| to engage in argument (with someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lance",1,2,1 ], "to pierce (an abscess or boil) with a lancet to drain off pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancejack",1,1,1 ], "military slang| a lance corporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancelet",1,1,1 ], "(cephalochordates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lancelet",1,1,1 ], "any of several marine animals of the genus Amphioxus, esp| A| lanceolatus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancelet",1,1,1 ], "that are closely related to the vertebrates: subphylum Cephalochordata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lanceolate",1,1,1 ], "narrow and tapering to a point at each end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a cavalryman armed with a lance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancer",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of a regiment retaining such a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancer",1,1,1,2 ], "the 21st Lancers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancers",1,1,1 ], "a quadrille for eight or sixteen couples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancers",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancet arch",1,1,1 ], "a narrow acutely pointed arch having two centres of equal radii| Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancet arch",1,1,1 ], "shortened to lancet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lancet fish",1,1,1 ], "either of two deep-sea teleost fishes, Alepisaurus ferox or A| borealis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancet fish",1,1,1 ], "having a long body with a long sail-like dorsal fin: family Alepisauridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lancet window",1,1,1 ], "a narrow window having a lancet arch| Sometimes shortened to lancet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancet",1,1,1 ], "a pointed surgical knife with two sharp edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancet",1,1,2 ], "short for lancet arch or lancet window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanceted",1,1,1 ], "having one or more lancet arches or windows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancewood",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical trees, esp| Oxandra lanceolata, yielding a tough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancewood",1,1,1 ], "elastic wood: family Annonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lancewood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lancinate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of pain) sharp or cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land agent",1,1,1 ], "a person who administers a landed estate and its tenancies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land agent",1,1,2 ], "a person who acts as an agent for the sale of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land bank",1,1,1 ], "a bank that issues banknotes on the security of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land bridge",1,1,1 ], "(in zoogeography) a connecting tract of land between two continents, enabling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land bridge",1,1,1 ], "animals to pass from one continent to the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land crab",1,1,1 ], "adapted to a partly terrestrial life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land crab",1,1,1 ], "any of various crabs, esp| of the tropical family Gecarcinidae, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land forces",1,1,1 ], "armed forces serving on land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land grant",1,1,1 ], "a grant of public land to a college, railway, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land grant",1,1,2 ], "designating a state university established with such a grant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land line",1,1,1 ], "a telegraphic wire or cable laid over land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land mine",1,1,1 ], "an explosive charge placed in the ground, usually detonated by stepping or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land mine",1,1,1 ], "driving on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land of Nod",1,1,1 ], "(Genesis 4:14)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land of Nod",1,1,1 ], "a region to the east of Eden to which Cain went after he had killed Abel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land of Nod",1,1,2 ], "an imaginary land of sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land of milk and honey",1,1,1 ], "the land of natural fertility promised to the Israelites by God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land of milk and honey",1,1,2 ], "any fertile land, state, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land office",1,1,1 ], "an office that administers the sale of public land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land rail",1,1,1 ], "another name for corncrake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land reform",1,1,1 ], "the redistributing of large agricultural holdings among the landless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land tax",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a tax payable annually by virtue of ownership of land, abolished in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land tax",1,1,1 ], "Britain in 1963" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land up",1,1,1 ], "to arrive or cause to arrive at a final point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land with",1,1,1 ], "to give or present to, so as to put in difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,1 ], "the solid part of the surface of the earth as distinct from seas, lakes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,1,1 ], "ground, esp| with reference to its use, quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,1,2 ], "land-grabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,2 ], "rural or agricultural areas as contrasted with urban ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,3 ], "farming as an occupation or way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,3,1 ], "a country, region, or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,3,1 ], "any tract of ground capable of being owned as property, together with any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,3,1 ], "buildings on it, extending above and below the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,3,2 ], "any hereditament, tenement, or other interest; realty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,3,2 ], "the people of a country, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,4 ], "a realm, sphere, or domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,5 ], "the factor of production consisting of all natural resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,6 ], "rifle bore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,6 ], "the unindented part of a grooved surface, esp| one of the ridges inside a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,1,7 ], "how the land lies| the prevailing conditions or state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,2,1 ], "to transfer (something) or go from a ship or boat to the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,3,1 ], "to come to or touch shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,3,2 ], "to come down or bring (something) down to earth after a flight or jump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,3,3 ], "to come or bring to some point, condition, or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,4,1 ], "to retrieve (a hooked fish) from the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,5,1 ], "to win or obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land",1,6,1 ], "to deliver (a blow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land-holder",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or occupies land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land-office business",1,1,1 ], "a booming or thriving business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "land-poor",1,1,1 ], "or improve it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "land-poor",1,1,1 ], "owning much unprofitable land and lacking the money to maintain its fertility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landammann",1,1,1 ], "the chairman of the governing council in any of several Swiss cantons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landau",1,1,1 ], "a four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with two folding hoods that meet over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landau",1,1,1 ], "middle of the passenger compartment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landaulet",1,1,1 ], "a small landau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landaulet",1,1,2 ], "an early type of car with a folding hood over the passenger seats and an open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landaulet",1,1,2 ], "driver's seat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landed",1,1,1 ], "owning land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landed",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or including land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landfall",1,1,1 ], "the act of sighting or nearing land, esp| from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landfall",1,1,2 ], "the land sighted or neared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landform",1,1,1 ], "any feature of the earth's surface, such as valleys and mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landgrave",1,1,1 ], "(from the 13th century to 1806) a count who ruled over a specified territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landgrave",1,1,2 ], "(after 1806) the title of any of various sovereign princes in central Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landgraviate",1,1,1 ], "the domain or position of a landgrave or landgravine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landgravine",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a landgrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landgravine",1,1,2 ], "a woman who held the rank of landgrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing beam",1,1,1 ], "a radio beam transmitted from a landing field to enable aircraft to make an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing beam",1,1,1 ], "instrument landing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landing craft",1,1,1 ], "any small vessel designed for the landing of troops and equipment on beaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing field",1,1,1 ], "an area of land on which aircraft land and from which they take off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing gear",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for undercarriage ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing net",1,1,1 ], "a loose long-handled net on a triangular frame for lifting hooked fish from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing net",1,1,1 ], "the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landing stage",1,1,1 ], "a platform used for landing goods and passengers from a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing strip",1,1,1 ], "another name for airstrip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of coming to land, esp| after a sea voyage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing",1,1,2 ], "a place of disembarkation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landing",1,1,3 ], "stairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landing",1,1,3 ], "the floor area at the top of a flight of stairs or between two flights of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlady",1,1,1 ], "a woman who owns and leases property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlady",1,1,2 ], "a landlord's wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlady",1,1,3 ], "a woman who owns or runs a lodging house, inn, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlocked",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of lakes) completely surrounded by land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlocked",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of certain salmon) living in fresh water that is permanently isolated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlocked",1,1,2 ], "from the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landloper",1,1,1 ], "a vagabond or vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlord",1,1,1 ], "a man who owns and leases property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlord",1,1,2 ], "a man who owns or runs a lodging house, inn, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlord",1,1,3 ], "the lord of an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlordism",1,1,1 ], "tenants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landlordism",1,1,1 ], "the system by which land under private ownership is rented for a fixed sum to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landlubber",1,1,1 ], "any person having no experience at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landmark",1,1,1 ], "a prominent or well-known object in or feature of a particular landscape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landmark",1,1,2 ], "an important or unique decision, event, fact, discovery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landmark",1,1,3 ], "a boundary marker or signpost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landmass",1,1,1 ], "a large continuous area of land, as opposed to seas or islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landowner",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landrace",1,1,1 ], "a white lop-eared breed of pork pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lands",1,1,1 ], "holdings in land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lands",1,1,2 ], "the part of a farm on which crops are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscape gardening",1,1,1 ], "the art of laying out grounds in imitation of natural scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscape",1,1,1 ], "an extensive area of scenery as viewed from a single aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscape",1,1,2 ], "a painting, drawing, photograph, etc|, depicting natural scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscape",1,1,2,1 ], "the genre including such pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscape",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscape",1,2,1 ], "contoured features and planting trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landscape",1,2,1 ], "to improve the natural features of (a garden, park, etc|), as by creating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscape",1,3,1 ], "to work as a landscape gardener" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landscapist",1,1,1 ], "a painter of landscapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landshark",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes inordinate profits by buying and selling land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landside",1,1,1 ], "opposite side to the mouldboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landside",1,1,1 ], "the part of a plough that slides along the face of the furrow wall on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landsknecht",1,1,1 ], "German pikeman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landsknecht",1,1,1 ], "a mercenary foot soldier in late 15th-, 16th-, and 17th-century Europe, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landslide",1,1,1,1 ], "an overwhelming electoral victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landslide",1,1,1,1 ], "mountain or cliff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "landslide",1,1,1,1 ], "the sliding of a large mass of rock material, soil, etc|, down the side of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landslide",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landslide",1,1,1,2 ], "the material dislodged in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who works or lives on land, as distinguished from a seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landsman",1,1,2 ], "a person with no experience at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landsman",2,1,1 ], "a Jewish compatriot from the same district, etc|, as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landwaiter",1,1,1 ], "an officer of the Custom House" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landward",1,1,1 ], "lying, facing, or moving towards land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landward",1,1,2 ], "in the direction of the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of landwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "landwards",1,1,1 ], "towards land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,1,1 ], "a narrow road or way between buildings, hedges, fences, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,1,2 ], "Drury Lane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,2 ], "any narrow well-defined track or course, as for lines of traffic in a road, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,2 ], "for ships or aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,3 ], "divided for races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,3 ], "one of the parallel strips into which a running track or swimming bath is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,4 ], "alley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lane",1,1,4 ], "the long strip of wooden flooring down which balls are bowled in a bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lane",2,1,1 ], "lone or alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lang",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langlauf",1,1,1 ], "cross-country skiing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langouste",1,1,1 ], "another name for the spiny lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langrage" ,1, 1, 1],"langrel , or langridgen",1). c_DEF([ "langrage" ,1, 1, 2],"shot consisting of scrap iron packed into a case, formerly used in naval",1). c_DEF([ "langrage" ,1, 1, 2],"warfare",2). c_DEF([ "langsyne",1,1,1 ], "long ago; long since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langsyne",1,2,1 ], "times long past, esp| those fondly remembered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language laboratory",1,1,1 ], "a room equipped with tape recorders, etc|, for learning foreign languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,1 ], "a system for the expression of thoughts, feelings, etc|, by the use of spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,1 ], "sounds or conventional symbols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of man as compared with other animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,2 ], "the faculty for the use of such systems, which is a distinguishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,3 ], "the language of a particular nation or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,4 ], "any other systematic or nonsystematic means of communicating, such as gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,4 ], "or animal sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,5 ], "the specialized vocabulary used by a particular group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,6 ], "a particular manner or style of verbal expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,7 ], "another word for langue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,8 ], "background, values, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "language",1,1,8 ], "speak the same language| to communicate with understanding because of common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langue d'o",1,1,1 ], "medieval basis of modern French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "langue d'o",1,1,1 ], "the group of medieval French dialects spoken in France north of the Loire; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langue d'oc",1,1,1 ], "including Provencal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "langue d'oc",1,1,1 ], "the group of medieval French dialects spoken in S France: often regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langue de chat",1,1,1 ], "a flat sweet finger-shaped biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langue de chat",1,1,2 ], "a piece of chocolate having the same shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langue",1,1,1 ], "common possession of a speech community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "langue",1,1,1 ], "language considered as an abstract system or a social institution, being the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languet",1,1,1 ], "anything resembling a tongue in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languid",1,1,1 ], "without energy or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languid",1,1,2 ], "without interest or enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languid",1,1,3 ], "sluggish; inactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languish",1,1,1 ], "to lose or diminish in strength or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languish",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by for) to be listless with desire; pine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languish",1,1,3 ], "to suffer deprivation, hardship, or neglect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languish",1,1,4 ], "to put on a tender, nostalgic, or melancholic expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languor",1,1,1 ], "physical or mental laziness or weariness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languor",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of dreaminess and relaxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languor",1,1,3 ], "oppressive silence or stillness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languorous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or producing languor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "languorous",1,1,2 ], "another word for languid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langur",1,1,1 ], "any of various agile arboreal Old World monkeys of the genus Presbytis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "langur",1,1,1 ], "hair surrounding the face" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "langur",1,1,1 ], "related genera, of S and SE Asia having a slender body, long tail and hands, and long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lang|",1,1,1 ], "language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laniard",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lanyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laniary" ,1, 1, 1],"(esp| of canine teeth) adapted for tearing",1). c_DEF([ "laniary" ,1, 2, 1],"aries",1). c_DEF([ "laniary" ,1, 2, 2],"a tooth adapted for tearing",1). c_DEF([ "laniferous",1,1,1 ], "bearing wool or fleecy hairs resembling wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lank",1,1,1 ], "long and limp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lank",1,1,2 ], "thin or gaunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanky",1,1,1 ], "lankier, lankiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanky",1,1,2 ], "tall, thin, and loose-jointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanner",1,1,1 ], "Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lanner",1,1,1 ], "a large falcon, Falco biarmicus, of Mediterranean regions, N Africa, and S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanner",1,1,2 ], "the female of this falcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanneret",1,1,1 ], "the male or tercel of the lanner falcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanolin",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish viscous substance extracted from wool, consisting of a mixture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanolin",1,1,1 ], "esters of fatty acids: used in some ointments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lanose",1,1,1 ], "another word for lanate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lansquenet",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game of chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lansquenet",1,1,2 ], "an archaic spelling of landsknecht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantana",1,1,1 ], "Lantana, having spikes of yellow or orange flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lantana",1,1,1 ], "any verbenaceous shrub or herbaceous plant of the tropical American genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern fish",1,1,1 ], "any small deep-sea teleost fish of the family Myctophidae, having a series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern fish",1,1,1 ], "luminescent spots along the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lantern fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical insects of the homopterous family Fulgoridae, many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern fly",1,1,1 ], "species of which have a snoutlike process formerly thought to emit light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lantern jaw",1,1,1 ], "(when pl|, refers to upper and lower jaw; when sing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern jaw",1,1,2 ], "appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lantern jaw",1,1,2 ], "usually to lower jaw) a long hollow jaw that gives the face a drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern pinion",1,1,1 ], "a type of gearwheel, now used only in clocks, consisting of two parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern pinion",1,1,1 ], "circular discs connected by a number of pins running parallel to the axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lantern slide",1,1,1 ], "a photographic slide for projection, used originally in a magic lantern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern",1,1,1 ], "a light with a transparent or translucent protective case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern",1,1,2 ], "a structure on top of a dome or roof having openings or windows to admit light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern",1,1,2 ], "or air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lantern",1,1,3 ], "the upper part of a lighthouse that houses the light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lantern",1,1,4 ], "short for magic lantern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanthanide series",1,1,1 ], "(lanthanum) to 71 (lutecium)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lanthanide series",1,1,1 ], "a class of 15 chemically related elements with atomic numbers from 57" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanthanide",1,1,1 ], "any element of the lanthanide series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanthanum",1,1,1 ], "a silvery-white ductile metallic element of the lanthanide series, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanthanum",1,1,1 ], "in glass manufacture| Symbol: La; atomic no|: 57; atomic wt|: 138|91; valency: 3;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lanthanum",1,1,1 ], "principally in bastnaesite and monazite: used in pyrophoric alloys, electronic devices, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lanthanum",1,1,1 ], "relative density: 6|17; melting pt|: 920 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3454 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lanthorn",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for lantern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanugo",1,1,1 ], "a layer of fine hairs, esp| the covering of the human fetus before birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanyard",1,1,1 ], "a cord, esp| one worn around the neck, to hold a whistle, knife, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanyard",1,1,2 ], "a cord with an attached hook used in firing certain types of cannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lanyard",1,1,3 ], "a line rove through deadeyes for extending or tightening standing rigging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laodicean",1,1,1 ], "lukewarm and indifferent, esp| in religious matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laodicean",1,2,1 ], "a person having a lukewarm attitude towards religious matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap dissolve",1,1,1 ], "brightness and amplitude while increasing the other until it replaces the first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lap dissolve",1,1,1 ], "the transposing from one picture to another by reducing one picture in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap dog",1,1,1 ], "a pet dog small and docile enough to be cuddled in the lap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap dog",1,1,2 ], "a person who attaches himself to someone in admiration or infatuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap joint",1,1,1 ], "a joint made by placing one member over another and fastening them together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap of honour",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial circuit of a racing track, etc|, by the winner of a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap up",1,1,1 ], "to eat or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap up",1,1,2 ], "to relish or delight in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap up",1,1,3 ], "to believe or accept uncritically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 1],"one circuit of a racecourse or track",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 2, 1],"an overlapping part or projection",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 2, 2],"the extent of overlap",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 2],"a stage or part of a journey, race, etc",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 3],"the length of material needed to go around an object",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 4],"a rotating disc coated with fine abrasive for polishing gemstones",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 5],"any device for bedding mechanical components together using a fine abrasive to",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 5],"polish the mating surfaces",2). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 6],"a defect in rolled metals caused by the folding of a fin onto the surface",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 1, 7],"a sheet or band of fibres, such as cotton, prepared for further processing",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 1],"to wrap or fold (around or over)",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 2],"to enclose or envelop in",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 3],"to place or lie partly or completely over or project beyond",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 4],"(usually passive) to envelop or surround with comfort, love, etc",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 5],"to be folded",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 6],"ahead",2). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 6],"to overtake (an opponent) in a race so as to be one or more circuits",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 7],"esp| to hone (mating metal parts) against each other with an abrasive",2). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 7],"to polish or cut (a workpiece, gemstone, etc|) with a fine abrasive,",1). c_DEF([ "lap" ,2, 2, 8],"to form (fibres) into a sheet or band",1). c_DEF([ "lap",1,1,1 ], "the area formed by the upper surface of the thighs of a seated person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",1,1,2 ], "the amount held in one's lap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",1,1,3 ], "a protected place or environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",1,1,4 ], "any of various hollow or depressed areas, such as a hollow in the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",1,1,5 ], "the part of one's clothing that covers the lap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",1,1,6 ], "drop in someone's lap| give someone the responsibility of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",1,1,7 ], "in the lap of the gods| beyond human control and power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",3,1,1 ], "(of small waves) to wash against (a shore, boat, etc|), usually with light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",3,1,1 ], "splashing sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lap",3,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up)(esp| of animals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",3,1,3 ], "to scoop (a liquid) into the mouth with the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",3,2,1 ], "the act or sound of lapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap",3,2,2 ], "a thin food for dogs or other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap-chart",1,1,1 ], "a log of every lap covered by each car in a race, showing the exact position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lap-chart",1,1,1 ], "throughout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laparotomy",1,1,1 ], "an abdominal disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laparotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision through the abdominal wall, esp| to investigate the cause of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laparotomy",1,1,2 ], "surgical incision into the loin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapboard",1,1,1 ], "a flat board that can be used on the lap as a makeshift table or desk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapel",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lapel",1,1,1 ], "the continuation of the turned or folded back collar on a suit coat, jacket," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapidary",1,1,1 ], "a person whose business is to cut, polish, set, or deal in gemstones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapidary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to gemstones or the work of a lapidary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapidary",1,2,2 ], "Also lapidarian |engraved, cut, or inscribed in a stone or gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapidary",1,2,3 ], "of sufficiently high quality to be engraved on a stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapidate",1,1,1 ], "to pelt with stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapidate",1,1,2 ], "to kill by stoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapidify",1,1,1 ], "to change into stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapillus",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of lava thrown from a volcano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapis lazuli",1,1,1 ], "a brilliant blue variety of the mineral lazurite, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapis lazuli",1,1,2 ], "the deep blue colour of lapis lazuli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lappet",1,1,1 ], "a small hanging flap or piece of lace, etc|, such as one dangling from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lappet",1,1,1 ], "headdress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lappet",1,1,2 ], "a lobelike hanging structure, such as the wattle on a bird's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse rate",1,1,1 ], "(environmental lapse rate)| Unsaturated air loses about 1 degrees C per 100 m (dry adiabatic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lapse rate",1,1,1 ], "(saturated adiabatic lapse rate)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "lapse rate",1,1,1 ], "atmospheric temperature, which usually decreases at a rate of 0|6 degrees C per 100 metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lapse rate",1,1,1 ], "lapse rate), whereas saturated air loses an average 0|5 degrees C per 100 m" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lapse rate",1,1,1 ], "the rate of change of any meteorological factor with altitude, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,1,1 ], "a drop in standard of an isolated or temporary nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,1,2 ], "a break in occurrence, usage, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,1,3 ], "a gradual decline or a drop to a lower degree, condition, or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,1,4 ], "a moral fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,1,5 ], "exercise it or through failure of some contingency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,1,5 ], "the termination of some right, interest, or privilege, as by neglecting to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,1,6 ], "the termination of coverage following a failure to pay the premiums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,1 ], "to drop in standard or fail to maintain a norm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,2 ], "to decline gradually or fall in status, condition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,3 ], "to be discontinued, esp| through negligence or other failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,4 ], "(usually foll| by into) to drift or slide (into a condition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,5 ], "(often foll| by from) to turn away (from beliefs or norms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,6 ], "(of a devise or bequest) to become void, as on the beneficiary's predeceasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,6 ], "the testator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lapse",1,2,7 ], "(of time) to slip away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapstrake",1,1,1 ], "another term for clinker-built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapstrake",1,2,1 ], "a clinker-built boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapsus",1,1,1 ], "a lapse or error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapwing",1,1,1 ], "any of several plovers of the genus Vanellus, esp| V| vanellus, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lapwing",1,1,1 ], "having a crested head, wattles, and spurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lar",1,1,1 ], "the singular of lares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larboard",1,2,1 ], "a former word for port ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larceny",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a technical word for theft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larch",1,1,1 ], "and egg-shaped cones: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "larch",1,1,1 ], "any coniferous tree of the genus Larix, having deciduous needle-like leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larch",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lard pig",1,1,1 ], "a large type of pig used principally for lard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lard",1,1,1 ], "the rendered fat from a pig, esp| from the abdomen, used in cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lard",1,1,2 ], "excess fat on a person's body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lard",1,2,1 ], "fat before cooking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lard",1,2,1 ], "to prepare (lean meat, poultry, etc|) by inserting small strips of bacon or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lard",1,2,2 ], "to cover or smear (foods) with lard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lard",1,2,3 ], "to add extra material to (speech or writing); embellish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larder beetle",1,1,1 ], "a small blackish beetle, Dermestes lardarius, feeding on hides, bacon, etc|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larder beetle",1,1,1 ], "family Dermestidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "larder",1,1,1 ], "a room or cupboard, used as a store for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lardon",1,1,1 ], "a strip of fat used in larding meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lardy cake",1,1,1 ], "a rich sweet cake made of bread dough, lard, sugar, and dried fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lares and penates",1,1,1,1 ], "household gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lares and penates",1,1,1,2 ], "statues of these gods kept in the home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lares and penates",1,1,2 ], "the valued possessions of a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large calorie",1,1,1 ], "another name for Calorie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large intestine",1,1,1 ], "It extracts moisture from food residues, which are later excreted as faeces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "large intestine",1,1,1 ], "the part of the alimentary canal consisting of the caecum, colon, and rectum|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,1,1 ], "having a relatively great size, quantity, extent, etc|; big" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,1,2 ], "of wide or broad scope, capacity, or range; comprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,1,3 ], "having or showing great breadth of understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,1,4 ], "(of the wind) blowing from a favourable direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,1,5 ], "overblown; pretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,1,6 ], "generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,1,7 ], "(of manners and speech) gross rude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,2,1 ], "at large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,2,1,1 ], "(esp| of a dangerous criminal or wild animal) free; not confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,2,1,2 ], "roaming freely, as in a foreign country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,2,1,3 ], "as a whole; in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,2,1,4 ], "in full detail; exhaustively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,2,1,5 ], "U|S| representing or assigned to a state, district, or nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,2,2 ], "in large| as a totality or on a broad scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,3,1 ], "with the wind blowing from a favourable direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,3,2 ], "by and large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,3,2,1 ], "as modifier generally; as a rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,3,2,2 ], "Nautical| towards and away from the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large",1,3,3 ], "loom large| to be very prominent or important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large-handed",1,1,1 ], "generous; profuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large-hearted",1,1,1 ], "kind; sympathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large-minded",1,1,1 ], "generous or liberal in attitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large-scale",1,1,1 ], "wide-ranging or extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "large-scale",1,1,2 ], "(of maps and models) constructed or drawn to a big scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largely",1,1,1 ], "principally; to a great extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largely",1,1,2 ], "on a large scale or in a large manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largemouth bass",1,1,1 ], "a common North American freshwater black bass, Micropterus salmoides: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largemouth bass",1,1,1 ], "popular game fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "largen",1,1,1 ], "another word for enlarge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largess",1,1,1 ], "the generous bestowal of gifts, favours, or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largess",1,1,2 ], "the things so bestowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largess",1,1,3 ], "generosity of spirit or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larghetto" ,1, 2, 1],"to be performed moderately slowly",1). c_DEF([ "larghetto" ,1, 3, 1],"a piece or passage to be performed in this way",1). c_DEF([ "largish",1,1,1 ], "fairly large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "largo" ,1, 2, 1],"to be performed slowly and broadly",1). c_DEF([ "largo" ,1, 3, 1],"gos",1). c_DEF([ "largo" ,1, 3, 2],"a piece or passage to be performed in this way",1). c_DEF([ "lariat",1,1,1 ], "another word for lasso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lariat",1,1,2 ], "a rope for tethering animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a gull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the suborder Lari, which contains the gulls," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larine",1,1,2 ], "terns, skuas, and skimmers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lark",1,1,1 ], "any brown songbird of the predominantly Old World family Alaudidae, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",1,1,1 ], "skylark: noted for their singing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lark",1,1,2 ], "short for titlark or meadowlark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",1,1,3 ], "any of various slender but powerful fancy pigeons, such as the Coburg Lark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",1,1,4 ], "up with the lark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",1,2,1 ], "up early in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",2,1,1 ], "a carefree adventure or frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",2,1,2 ], "a harmless piece of mischief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",2,1,3 ], "what a lark!how amusing!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",2,2,1 ], "to have a good time by frolicking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lark",2,3,1 ], "to play a prank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larkspur",1,1,1 ], "any of various ranunculaceous plants of the genus Delphinium, with spikes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larkspur",1,1,1 ], "blue, pink, or white irregular spurred flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "larn",1,1,1 ], "to learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larn",1,2,1 ], "to teach (someone) a lesson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larnax",1,1,1 ], "a coffin made of terracotta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larrigan",1,1,1 ], "a knee-high oiled leather moccasin boot worn by trappers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larrikin",1,1,1,1 ], "a hooligan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larrikin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larrup",1,1,1 ], "to beat or flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larum",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larva",1,1,1 ], "adult form by metamorphosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "larva",1,1,1 ], "an immature free-living form of many animals that develops into a different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larvicide",1,1,1 ], "a chemical used for killing larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laryngeal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laryngeal",1,1,2 ], "articulated at the larynx; glottal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laryngitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laryngo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laryngology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the larynx and its diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laryngoscope",1,1,1 ], "a medical instrument for examining the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laryngotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larynx",1,1,1 ], "a cartilaginous and muscular hollow organ forming part of the air passage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "larynx",1,1,1 ], "the lungs: in higher vertebrates it contains the vocal cords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lasagne",1,1,1 ], "a form of pasta consisting of wide flat sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lasagne",1,1,2 ], "any of several dishes made from layers of lasagne and meat, cheese, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lascar",1,1,1 ], "a sailor from the East Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lascivious",1,1,1 ], "lustful; lecherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lascivious",1,1,2 ], "exciting sexual desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lase",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance, such as carbon dioxide or ruby) to be capable of acting as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lase",1,1,1 ], "laser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laser",1,1,1 ], "a device for converting light of mixed frequencies into an intense narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laser",1,1,1 ], "backwards and forwards along the tube and stimulates further emission" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "laser",1,1,1 ], "illuminated by a flash lamp to excite its atoms| Light emitted by these atoms is reflected" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "laser",1,1,1 ], "monochromatic beam of coherent light| It consists of a ruby rod, gas-filled tube, etc|," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laser",1,1,2 ], "any similar device for producing a beam of any electromagnetic radiation, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laser",1,1,2 ], "as infrared or microwave radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lash out",1,1,1 ], "to burst into or resort to verbal or physical attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash out",1,1,2 ], "to be extravagant, as in spending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,1,1 ], "a sharp cutting blow from a whip or other flexible object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,1,2 ], "the flexible end or ends of a whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,1,3 ], "a cutting or hurtful blow to the feelings, as one caused by ridicule or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,1,3 ], "scolding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,1,4 ], "a forceful beating or impact, as of wind, rain, or waves against something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,1,5 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,1,5 ], "have a lash (at)| Austral| informal| to make an attempt at or take part in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,2,1 ], "punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,2,1 ], "to hit (a person or thing) sharply with a whip, rope, etc|, esp| as a former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,2,2 ], "(of wind, waves, etc|) to beat forcefully against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,2,3 ], "to attack with words, ridicule, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,2,4 ], "to flick or wave sharply to and fro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",1,2,5 ], "to urge or drive with or as if with a whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash",2,1,1 ], "to bind or secure with rope, string, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash-up",1,1,1,1 ], "hook-up| a temporary connection of equipment for experimental or emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lash-up",1,1,1,1 ], "use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lash-up",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lashing",1,1,1 ], "a whipping; flogging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lashing",1,1,2 ], "a scolding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lashing",1,1,3 ], "large amounts; lots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lashing",2,1,1 ], "rope, cord, etc|, used for binding or securing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lasket",1,1,1 ], "a loop at the foot of a sail onto which an extra sail may be fastened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lass",1,1,1 ], "a girl or young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lassie",1,1,1 ], "a little lass; girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lassitude",1,1,1 ], "physical or mental weariness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lasso" ,1, 1, 1],"a long rope or thong with a running noose at one end, used (esp| in America)",1). c_DEF([ "lasso" ,1, 1, 1],"for roping horses, cattle, etc|; lariat",2). c_DEF([ "lasso" ,1, 2, 1],"or soes; soing, soed",1). c_DEF([ "lasso" ,1, 2, 2],"to catch with or as if with a lasso",1). c_DEF([ "last out",1,1,1 ], "to be sufficient for one's needs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last out",1,1,2 ], "to endure or survive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last post",1,1,1 ], "(in the British military services) a bugle call that orders men to retire for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last post",1,1,1 ], "sleep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "last post",1,1,2 ], "a similar call sounded at military funerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last quarter",1,1,1 ], "new moon, when half the lighted surface is visible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "last quarter",1,1,1 ], "one of the four principal phases of the moon, occurring between full moon and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last rites",1,1,1 ], "religious rites prescribed for those close to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last straw",1,1,1 ], "beyond the limit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "last straw",1,1,1 ], "the final irritation or problem that stretches one's endurance or patience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last thing",1,1,1 ], "as the final action, esp| before retiring to bed at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,1 ], "being, happening, or coming at the end or after all others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,2 ], "being or occurring just before the present; most recent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,3 ], "last but not least| coming last in order but nevertheless important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,4 ], "last but one| next to last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,5 ], "only remaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,6 ], "most extreme; utmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,7 ], "least suitable, appropriate, or likely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,8 ], "(esp| relating to the end of a person''s life or of the world)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,8,1 ], "final or ultimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,1,8,2 ], "the Last Judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,2,1 ], "inferior, unpleasant, or contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,3,1 ], "after all others; at or in the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,3,1,1 ], "most recently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,3,2 ], "as the last or latest item" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,1 ], "the last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,1,2 ], "the final moment; end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,2 ], "one's last moments before death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,3 ], "the last thing a person can do (esp| in the phrase breathe one's last)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,4 ], "the final appearance, mention, or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,5 ], "at last| in the end; finally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",1,4,6 ], "at long last| finally, after difficulty, delay, or irritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",2,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to remain in being (for a length of time);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",2,1,1 ], "continue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "last",2,1,2 ], "to be sufficient for the needs of (a person) for (a length of time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",2,1,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to remain fresh, uninjured, or unaltered (for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",2,1,3 ], "a certain time or duration)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "last",3,1,1 ], "the wooden or metal form on which a shoe or boot is fashioned or repaired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",3,2,1 ], "to fit (a shoe or boot) on a last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",4,1,1 ], "a unit of weight or capacity having various values in different places and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last",4,1,1 ], "different commodities| Commonly used values are 2 tons, 2000 pounds, 80 bushels, or 640" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "last",4,1,1 ], "gallons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "last-cyclic",1,1,1 ], "denoting rules that apply only to main clauses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last-ditch",1,1,1 ], "as modifiermade or done as a last desperate attempt or effort in the face of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "last-ditch",1,1,1 ], "opposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "last-minute",1,1,1 ], "as modifier given or done at the latest possible time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lasting",1,1,1 ], "permanent or enduring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lasting",1,2,1 ], "a strong durable closely woven fabric used for shoe uppers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lastly",1,1,1 ], "at the end or at the last point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lastly",1,2,1 ], "in the end; finally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lat",1,1,1 ], "the monetary unit of Latvia before 1940" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latch on",1,1,1 ], "to attach oneself (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latch on",1,1,2 ], "to understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latch on",1,1,3 ], "to obtain; get" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latch",1,1,1 ], "a fastening for a gate or door that consists of a bar that may be slid or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latch",1,1,1 ], "lowered into a groove, hole, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latch",1,1,2 ], "a spring-loaded door lock that can be opened by a key from outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latch",1,1,3 ], "a logic circuit that transfers the input states to the output states when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latch",1,1,3 ], "signalled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latch",1,2,1 ], "to fasten, fit, or be fitted with or as if with a latch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latchet",1,1,1 ], "a shoe fastening, such as a thong or lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latchkey child",1,1,1 ], "a child who has to let himself in at home on returning from school, as his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latchkey child",1,1,1 ], "parents are out at work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latchkey",1,1,1 ], "a key for an outside door or gate, esp| one that lifts a latch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latchkey",1,1,1,1 ], "a supposed freedom from restrictions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latchkey",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latchstring",1,1,1 ], "a length of string fastened to a latch and passed through a hole in the door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latchstring",1,1,1 ], "so that it can be opened from the other side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,1 ], "occurring or arriving after the correct or expected time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,2 ], "occurring, scheduled for, or being at a relatively advanced time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,3 ], "towards or near the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,4 ], "at an advanced time in the evening or at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,5 ], "occurring or being just previous to the present time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,6 ], "having died, esp| recently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,7 ], "just preceding the present or existing person or thing; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,1,8 ], "of late| recently; lately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,2,1 ], "after the correct or expected time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,2,2 ], "at a relatively advanced age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,2,3 ], "recently; lately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,2,4 ], "late hours| rising and going to bed later than is usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,2,5 ], "late in the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,2,5,1 ], "at a late or advanced stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "late",1,2,5,2 ], "too late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latecomer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that comes late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lated",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for belated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateen",1,1,1 ], "denoting a rig with a triangular sail (lateen sail) bent to a yard hoisted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateen",1,1,1 ], "the head of a low mast, used esp| in the Mediterranean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lateenrigged",1,1,1 ], "rigged with a lateen sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lately",1,1,1 ], "in recent times; of late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latency period",1,1,1 ], "a period, from the age of about five to puberty, when sexual interest is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latency period",1,1,1 ], "diminished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latent heat",1,1,1 ], "change in its temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latent heat",1,1,1 ], "the heat evolved or liberated when a substance changes phase without any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent image",1,1,1 ], "crystals suspended in the emulsion of a photographic material| It becomes visible after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latent image",1,1,1 ], "development" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "latent image",1,1,1 ], "the invisible image produced by the action of light, etc|, on silver halide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent learning",1,1,1 ], "activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latent learning",1,1,1 ], "learning that occurs covertly while the organism is involved in other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent period",1,1,1 ], "the incubation period of an infectious disease, before symptoms appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent period",1,1,2 ], "the interval between a stimulus and its response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent",1,1,1 ], "potential but not obvious or explicit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent",1,1,2 ], "(of buds, spores, etc|) dormant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of an infectious disease) not yet revealed or manifest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latent",1,1,4 ], "relating to that part of a dream expressive of repressed desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "later",1,2,1 ], "the comparative of late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "later",1,3,1 ], "afterwards; subsequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "later",1,3,2 ], "see you later| Informal| an expression of farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "later",1,3,3 ], "sooner or later| eventually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateral line system",1,1,1 ], "a system of sensory organs in fishes and aquatic amphibians consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateral line system",1,1,1 ], "changes and vibrations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lateral line system",1,1,1 ], "series of cells on the head and along the sides of the body that detect pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lateral thinking",1,1,1 ], "a way of solving problems by rejecting traditional methods and employing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateral thinking",1,1,1 ], "unorthodox and apparently illogical means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lateral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the side or sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateral",1,1,2 ], "(of a speech sound like l) pronounced with the tip of the tongue touching the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateral",1,1,2 ], "centre of the alveolar ridge, leaving space on one or both sides for the passage of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lateral",1,1,2 ], "the airstream" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lateral",1,2,1 ], "a lateral object, part, passage, or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateral",1,2,2 ], "a lateral speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateran" ,1, 1, 1],"a palace in Rome, formerly the official residence of the popes",1). c_DEF([ "lateran" ,1, 1, 2],"any of five ecumenical councils held in this palace between 1123 and 1512",1). c_DEF([ "lateran" ,1, 1, 3],"the basilica of Saint John Lateran, the cathedral church of Rome",1). c_DEF([ "laterite",1,1,1 ], "and aluminium oxides: formed by weathering of rocks in tropical regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laterite",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of deposits consisting of residual insoluble deposits of ferric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lateroversion",1,1,1 ], "abnormal lateral displacement of a bodily organ or part, esp| of the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latest",1,2,1 ], "the superlative of late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latest",1,3,1 ], "most recent, modern, or new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latest",1,4,1 ], "at the latest| no later than the time specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latest",1,4,2 ], "the latest| Informal| the most recent fashion or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latex",1,1,1 ], "a whitish milky fluid containing protein, starch, alkaloids, etc|, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latex",1,1,1 ], "produced by many plants| Latex from the rubber tree is used in the manufacture of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latex",1,1,1 ], "rubber" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "latex",1,1,2 ], "a suspension of synthetic rubber or plastic in water, used in the manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latex",1,1,2 ], "of synthetic rubber products, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lath",1,1,1 ], "framework for plaster, tiles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lath",1,1,1 ], "one of several thin narrow strips of wood used to provide a supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lath",1,1,2 ], "expanded sheet metal, wire mesh, etc|, used to provide backing for plaster or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lath",1,1,2 ], "rendering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lath",1,1,3 ], "any thin strip of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lath",1,2,1 ], "to attach laths to (a ceiling, roof, floor, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lathe",1,1,1 ], "a machine for shaping, boring, facing, or cutting a screw thread in metal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lathe",1,1,1 ], "tool" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lathe",1,1,1 ], "wood, etc|, in which the workpiece is turned about a horizontal axis against a fixed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lathe",1,2,1 ], "to shape, bore, or cut a screw thread in or on (a workpiece) on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lathe",2,1,1 ], "any of the former administrative divisions of Kent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lather",1,1,1 ], "foam or froth formed by the action of soap or a detergent in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lather",1,1,2 ], "foam formed by other liquid, such as the saliva of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lather",1,1,3 ], "a state of agitation or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lather",1,2,1 ], "to coat or become coated with lather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lather",1,3,1 ], "to form a lather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lather",1,4,1 ], "to beat; flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lathi",1,1,1 ], "a long heavy wooden stick used as a weapon in India, esp| by the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lathy",1,1,1 ], "lathier, lathiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lathy",1,1,2 ], "resembling a lath, esp| in being tall and thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latices",1,1,1 ], "a plural of latex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laticiferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or yielding latex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latifundium",1,1,1 ], "a large agricultural estate, esp| one worked by slaves in ancient Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latimeria",1,1,1 ], "any coelacanth fish of the genus Latimeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latino",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of the U|S| who is of Latin American origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latish",1,1,1 ], "rather late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latitude",1,1,1,1 ], "an angular distance in degrees north or south of the equator (latitude 0" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latitude",1,1,1,1 ], "between the equator and the point in question" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "latitude",1,1,1,1 ], "degrees ), equal to the angle subtended at the centre of the globe by the meridian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latitude",1,1,1,2 ], "a region considered with regard to its distance from the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latitude",1,1,2 ], "scope for freedom of action, thought, etc|; freedom from restriction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latitude",1,1,3 ], "negative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latitude",1,1,3 ], "the range of exposure over which a photographic emulsion gives an acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latitudinarian",1,1,1 ], "matters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latitudinarian",1,1,1 ], "permitting or marked by freedom of attitude or behaviour, esp| in religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latitudinarian",1,1,2 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "latitudinarian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a school of thought within the Church of England in the 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latitudinarian",1,2,1 ], "a person with latitudinarian views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latria",1,1,1 ], "Church, theol| the adoration that may be offered to God alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latrine",1,1,1 ], "a lavatory, as in a barracks, camp, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latten",1,1,1 ], "metal or alloy, esp| brass, made in thin sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latter",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting the second or second mentioned of two: distinguished from former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latter",1,1,1,2 ], "the latter is not important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latter",1,1,2 ], "near or nearer the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latter",1,1,3 ], "more advanced in time or sequence; later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latter-day",1,1,1 ], "present-day; modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latterly",1,1,1 ], "recently; lately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lattermost",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for last'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,1 ], "an open framework of strips of wood, metal, etc|, arranged to form an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,1 ], "ornamental pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,1,1 ], "a gate, screen, etc|, formed of such a framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,2 ], "framework" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,2 ], "something, such as a decorative or heraldic device, resembling such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,3 ], "an array of objects or points in a periodic pattern in two or three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,3 ], "dimensions, esp| an array of atoms, ions, etc|, in a crystal or an array of points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,1,3 ], "indicating their positions in space" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lattice",1,2,1 ], "to make, adorn, or supply with a lattice or lattices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latus rectum",1,1,1 ], "a chord that passes through the focus of a conic and is perpendicular to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "latus rectum",1,1,1 ], "major axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lat|",1,1,1 ], "latitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laud",1,1,1 ], "to praise or glorify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laud",1,2,1 ], "praise or glorification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laudable",1,1,1 ], "deserving or worthy of praise; admirable; commendable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laudanum",1,1,1 ], "a tincture of opium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laudanum",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) any medicine of which opium was the main ingredient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laudation",1,1,1 ], "a formal word for praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laudatory",1,1,1 ], "expressing or containing praise; eulogistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lauds",1,1,1 ], "the first of the seven canonical hours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lauds",1,1,1 ], "the traditional morning prayer of the Western Church, constituting with matins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh away",1,1,1 ], "to dismiss or dispel (something unpleasant) by laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh away",1,1,2 ], "to make (time) pass pleasantly by jesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh down",1,1,1 ], "to silence by laughing contemptuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh off",1,1,1 ], "to treat or dismiss lightly, esp| with stoicism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,1,1 ], "expelling air from the lungs in short bursts to produce an inarticulate voiced noise," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,1,1 ], "to express or manifest emotion, esp| mirth or amusement, typically by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,1,1 ], "with the mouth open" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of certain mammals or birds) to make a noise resembling a laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,3,1 ], "to utter or express with laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,4,1 ], "laughter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,4,1 ], "to bring or force (someone, esp| oneself) into a certain condition by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,1 ], "to make fun (of); jeer (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,2 ], "(intr|; foll| by over) to read or discuss something with laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,3 ], "don't make me laugh| Informal| I don't believe you for a moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,4 ], "laugh in a person's face| to show open contempt or defiance towards a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,5 ], "laugh like a drain| Informal| to laugh loudly and coarsely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,6 ], "laugh up one's sleeve| to laugh or have grounds for amusement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,6 ], "self-satisfaction, etc|, secretly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,7 ], "after appearing cheerful or confident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,7 ], "laugh on the other side of one's face| to show sudden disappointment or shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,5,8 ], "be laughing| Informal| to be in a favourable situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of laughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,6,2 ], "a manner of laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,6,3 ], "a person or thing that causes laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,6,4 ], "previous defeat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laugh",1,6,4 ], "the last laugh| the final success in an argument, situation, etc|, after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughable",1,1,1 ], "producing scorn; ludicrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughable",1,1,2 ], "arousing laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughing gas",1,1,1 ], "another name for nitrous oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughing hyena",1,1,1 ], "another name for the spotted hyena (see hyena)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughing jackass",1,1,1 ], "another name for the kookaburra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughing stock",1,1,1 ], "an object of humiliating ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughter",1,1,1 ], "the action of or noise produced by laughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laughter",1,1,2 ], "the experience or manifestation of mirth, amusement, scorn, or joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launce",1,1,1 ], "another name for the sand eel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch vehicle",1,1,1 ], "a rocket, without its payload, used to launch a spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch vehicle",1,1,2 ], "another name for booster ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch window",1,1,1 ], "mission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "launch window",1,1,1 ], "the limited period during which a spacecraft can be launched on a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,1,1 ], "to move (a vessel) into the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,1,2 ], "to move (a newly built vessel) into the water for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,2,1 ], "to start off or set in motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,3,1 ], "to propel with force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,3,2 ], "to involve (oneself) totally and enthusiastically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,4,1 ], "to set (a missile, spacecraft, etc|) into motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,5,1 ], "to catapult (an aircraft), as from the deck of an aircraft carrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,6,1 ], "to start talking or writing (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,7,1 ], "to start (out) on a fresh course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,8,1 ], "to pay (out) a lot of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",1,9,1 ], "an act or instance of launching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",2,1,1 ], "a motor driven boat used chiefly as a transport boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launch",2,1,2 ], "the largest of the boats of a man-of-war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launcher",1,1,1 ], "any installation, vehicle, or other device for launching rockets, missiles, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launcher",1,1,1 ], "other projectiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "launching pad",1,1,1 ], "a platform in a launch complex from which a spacecraft, rocket, etc|, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launching pad",1,1,1 ], "launched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "launching shoe",1,1,1 ], "an attachment to an aircraft from which a missile is launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launchplex",1,1,1 ], "an installation for the construction and launching of spacecraft, artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launchplex",1,1,1 ], "satellites, or rockets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "launder",1,1,1 ], "to wash and often also to iron (clothes, linen, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "launder",1,2,1 ], "a water trough, esp| one used for washing ore in mining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laundress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who launders clothes, sheets, etc|, for a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laundry",1,1,1 ], "a place where clothes are washed and ironed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laundry",1,1,2 ], "the clothes or linen washed and ironed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laundry",1,1,3 ], "the act of laundering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laundryman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who collects or delivers laundry",1). c_DEF([ "laundryman" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who works in a laundry",1). c_DEF([ "lauraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Lauraceae, a family of aromatic trees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lauraceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubs having leathery leaves: includes the laurels and avocado" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laureate",1,1,1 ], "crowned with laurel leaves as a sign of honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laureate",1,1,2 ], "made of laurel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laureate",1,2,1 ], "short for poet laureate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laureate",1,2,2 ], "a person honoured with the laurel crown or wreath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,1 ], "a small Mediterranean lauraceous evergreen tree, Laurus nobilis, with glossy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,1 ], "aromatic leaves, used for flavouring in cooking, and small blackish berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,2 ], "Azores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related tree, Laurus canariensis, of the Canary Islands and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,3 ], "short for ,cherry laurel or ,mountain laurel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,4 ], "spurge laurel| a European thymelaeaceous evergreen shrub, Daphne laureola," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,4 ], "with glossy leaves and small green flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,5 ], "and SE Asia, the female of which has yellow-spotted leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,5 ], "spotted or ,Japan laurel| an evergreen cornaceous shrub, Aucuba japonica, of S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,6 ], "a wreath of true laurel, worn on the head as an emblem of victory or honour in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,6 ], "classical times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,7 ], "honour, distinction, or fame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,8 ], "look to one's laurels| to be on guard against one""s rivals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,9 ], "achievements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,1,9 ], "rest on one's laurels| to be satisfied with distinction won by past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to crown with laurels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lauric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for dodecanoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurustinus",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean caprifoliaceous shrub, Viburnum tinus, with glossy evergreen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laurustinus",1,1,1 ], "leaves and white or pink fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lauryl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "1-dodecanol| Formula: CH3(CH\2)10CH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lauryl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "a water-insoluble crystalline solid used in the manufacture of detergents;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lav",1,1,1 ], "short for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lava",1,1,1 ], "formed by the cooling and solidification of lava" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lava",1,1,1 ], "magma emanating from volcanoes and other vents| Any extrusive igneous rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lava-lava",1,1,1 ], "a draped skirtlike garment of printed cotton or calico worn by Polynesians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavabo",1,1,1,1 ], "the ritual washing of the celebrant's hands after the offertory at Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavabo",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavabo",1,1,2 ], "another name for washbasin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavabo",1,1,3 ], "a trough for washing in a convent or monastery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavage",1,1,1 ], "the washing out of a hollow organ by flushing with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of washing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavatory paper",1,1,1 ], "another name for toilet paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavatory",1,1,1,1 ], "a sanitary installation for receiving and disposing of urine and faeces," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavatory",1,1,1,1 ], "consisting of a bowl fitted with a water-flushing device and connected to a drain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lavatory",1,1,1,2 ], "a room containing such an installation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavatory",1,1,2 ], "the washing place in a convent or monastic establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lave",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for wash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavender",1,1,1 ], "any of various perennial shrubs or herbaceous plants of the genus Lavandula," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavender",1,1,1 ], "esp| L| vera, cultivated for its mauve or blue flowers and as the source of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lavender",1,1,1 ], "fragrant oil (oil of lavender): family Labiatae (labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lavender",1,1,2 ], "the dried parts of L| vera, used to perfume clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavender",1,1,2,1 ], "a pale or light bluish-purple to a very pale violet colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavender",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavender",1,1,3 ], "perfume scented with lavender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laver bread",1,1,1 ], "laver seaweed fried as a breakfast food; popular in Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laver",1,1,1 ], "a large basin of water used by the priests for ritual ablutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laver",1,1,2 ], "the font or the water of baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laver",2,1,1 ], "any of several seaweeds of the genus Porphyra and related genera, with edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laver",2,1,1 ], "fronds: family Rhodophyceae (red algae)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laverock",1,1,1 ], "a northern Brit| dialect word for skylark (bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavish",1,1,1 ], "prolific, abundant, or profuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavish",1,1,2 ], "generous; unstinting; liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavish",1,1,3 ], "extravagant; prodigal; wasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavish",1,2,1 ], "to give, expend, or apply abundantly, generously, or in profusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lavolta",1,1,1 ], "another word for volta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law agent",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a solicitor holding a certificate from the Law Society of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law agent",1,1,1 ], "Scotland and thereby entitled to appear for a client in any Sheriff Court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law centre",1,1,1 ], "an independent service financed by a local authority, which provides free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law centre",1,1,1 ], "legal advice and information to the general public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law merchant",1,1,1 ], "parties to commercial transactions; commercial law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law merchant",1,1,1 ], "the body of rules and principles determining the rights and obligations of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law of nations",1,1,1 ], "another term for international law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "any of three principles governing the relationships between different forms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "cannot be transferred from a colder to a hotter body within a system without net" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "change in the internal energy of a system is equal to the sum of the heat added to the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "changes occurring in other bodies within that system; in any irreversible process," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "energy| The first law of thermodynamics (law of conservation of energy) states that the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "entropy always increases| The third law of thermodynamics (Nernst heat theorem) states" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "finite number of steps" ,9 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "system and the work done on it| The second law of thermodynamics states that heat" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "that it is impossible to reduce the temperature of a system to absolute zero in a" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,2 ], "Sometimes called: the zeroth law of thermodynamics| the principle that if two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,2 ], "bodies are each in thermal equilibrium with a third body then the first two bodies are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law of thermodynamics",1,1,2 ], "in thermal equilibrium with each other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "law stationer",1,1,1 ], "a stationer selling articles used by lawyers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law stationer",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes handwritten copies of legal documents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law term|",1,1,1 ], "an expression or word used in law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law term|",1,1,2 ], "any of various periods of time appointed for the sitting of lawcourts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,1 ], "a rule or set of rules legally or constitutionally instituted in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,1 ], "punish those who offend the conventions of society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,1,1 ], "a rule or body of rules made by the legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,1,1 ], "the condition and control enforced by such rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,1,2 ], "a rule or body of rules made by a municipal or other authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,10 ], "a law unto itself a person or thing that is outside established laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,11 ], "go to law| to resort to legal proceedings on some matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,12 ], "lay down the law| to speak in an authoritative or dogmatic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,13 ], "redressing a grievance| Related adjs|: judicial, juridical, legal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,13 ], "take the law into one's own hands| to ignore or bypass the law when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,2 ], "a rule of conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,3 ], "one of a set of rules governing a particular field of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,4 ], "the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,4,1 ], "the legal or judicial system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,4,2 ], "the profession or practice of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,4,3 ], "Informal| the police or a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,5 ], "a binding force or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,6 ], "a generalization based on a recurring fact or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,7 ], "the science or knowledge of law; jurisprudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,8 ], "the principles originating and formerly applied only in courts of common law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,9 ], "a general principle, formula, or rule describing a phenomenon in mathematics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,9 ], "science, philosophy, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,9,1 ], "short for Law of Moses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law",1,1,9,2 ], "another word for Torah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "law-abiding",1,1,1 ], "adhering more or less strictly to the laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawbreaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who breaks the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawbreaker",1,1,2 ], "something that does not conform with legal standards or requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawful",1,1,1 ], "allowed, recognized, or sanctioned by law; legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawgiver",1,1,1 ], "the giver of a code of laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawgiver",1,1,2 ], "a maker of laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawks",1,1,1 ], "an expression of surprise or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawless",1,1,1 ], "without law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawless",1,1,2 ], "disobedient to the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawless",1,1,3 ], "contrary to or heedless of the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawless",1,1,4 ], "uncontrolled; unbridled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawman",1,1,1 ], "an officer of the law, such as a policeman or sheriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawn mower",1,1,1 ], "a hand-operated or power-operated machine with rotary blades for cutting grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawn mower",1,1,1 ], "on lawns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lawn tennis",1,1,1 ], "tennis played on a grass court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawn tennis",1,1,2 ], "the formal name for tennis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawn",1,1,1 ], "a flat and usually level area of mown and cultivated grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawn",1,1,2 ], "an archaic or dialect word for glade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawn",2,1,1 ], "a fine linen or cotton fabric, used for clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawrencium",1,1,1 ], "a transuranic element artificially produced from californium| Symbol: Lr;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawrencium",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 103; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'5'6Lr: 35 seconds; valency: 3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lawsuit",1,1,1 ], "a proceeding in a court of law brought by one party against another, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawsuit",1,1,1 ], "civil action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lawyer",1,1,1 ], "a member of the legal profession, esp| a solicitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lawyer",1,1,2 ], "a popular name for burbot (a fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,1 ], "lacking firmness; not strict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,2 ], "lacking precision or definition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,3 ], "not taut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,4 ], "(of a speech sound) pronounced with little muscular effort and consequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,4 ], "English the vowel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,4 ], "having relatively imprecise accuracy of articulation and little temporal duration|In" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,5 ], "i in bit is lax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lax",1,1,6 ], "(of flower clusters) having loosely arranged parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laxation",1,1,1 ], "the act of making lax or the state of being lax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laxation",1,1,2 ], "another word for defecation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laxative",1,1,1 ], "an agent stimulating evacuation of faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laxative",1,2,1 ], "stimulating evacuation of faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay analyst",1,1,1 ], "a person without medical qualifications who practises psychoanalysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay aside",1,1,1 ], "to abandon or reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay aside",1,1,2 ], "to store or reserve for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay away",1,1,1 ], "to store or reserve for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay away",1,1,2 ], "to reserve (merchandise) for future delivery, while payments are being made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay brother",1,1,1 ], "a man who has taken the vows of a religious order but is not ordained and not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay brother",1,1,1 ], "bound to divine office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lay days",1,1,1 ], "payment of demurrage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lay days",1,1,1 ], "the number of days permitted for the loading or unloading of a ship without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay days",1,1,2 ], "the time during which a ship is kept from sailing because of loading, bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay days",1,1,2 ], "weather, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,1 ], "to place on the ground, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,2 ], "to relinquish or discard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,3 ], "to formulate (a rule, principle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,4 ], "to build or begin to build" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,5 ], "to record (plans) on paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,6 ], "to convert (land) into pasture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,7 ], "to store or stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay down",1,1,8 ], "to wager or bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay figure",1,1,1 ], "an artist's jointed dummy, used in place of a live model, esp| for studying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay figure",1,1,1 ], "effects of drapery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lay figure",1,1,2 ], "a person considered to be subservient or unimportant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay in",1,1,1 ], "to accumulate and store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay into",1,1,1 ], "to attack forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay into",1,1,2 ], "to berate severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay off" ,1, 1, 1],"to dismiss from employment, esp| temporarily",1). c_DEF([ "lay off" ,1, 2, 1],"to leave (a person, thing, or activity) alone",1). c_DEF([ "lay off" ,1, 2, 2],"to mark off the boundaries of",1). c_DEF([ "lay off" ,1, 3, 1],"position",2). c_DEF([ "lay off" ,1, 3, 1],"to pass or deflect (the ball) to a teammate, esp| one in a more advantageous",1). c_DEF([ "lay off" ,1, 3, 2],"another term for ,hedge ,1,8",1). c_DEF([ "lay on",1,1,1 ], "to provide or supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay on",1,1,2 ], "to install" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay on",1,1,3 ], "lay it on| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay on",1,1,3,1 ], "to exaggerate, esp| when flattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay on",1,1,3,2 ], "to charge an exorbitant price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay on",1,1,3,3 ], "to punish or strike harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay out" ,1, 1, 1],"to arrange or spread out",1). c_DEF([ "lay out" ,1, 1, 2],"to prepare (a corpse) for burial",1). c_DEF([ "lay out" ,1, 1, 3],"to plan or contrive",1). c_DEF([ "lay out" ,1, 1, 4],"to spend (money), esp| lavishly",1). c_DEF([ "lay out" ,1, 1, 5],"to knock unconscious",1). c_DEF([ "lay out" ,1, 1, 6],"to exert (oneself) or put (oneself) to an effort",1). c_DEF([ "lay over" ,1, 1, 1],"to postpone for future action",1). c_DEF([ "lay over" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a temporary stop in a journey",1). c_DEF([ "lay reader",1,1,1 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lay reader",1,1,1 ], "a person licensed by a bishop to conduct religious services other than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay reader",1,1,2 ], "a layman chosen from among the congregation to read the epistle at Mass and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay reader",1,1,2 ], "sometimes other prayers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lay to",1,1,1 ], "to bring a vessel into a haven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay to",1,1,2 ], "another term for heave to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay up",1,1,1 ], "to store or reserve for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay up",1,1,2 ], "to incapacitate or confine through illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to put in a low or horizontal position; cause to lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,1,2 ], "to place, put, or be in a particular state or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,1 ], "to be in a horizontal position; lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,10 ], "to place, set, or locate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,11 ], "to apply on or as if on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,12 ], "to impose as a penalty or burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,13 ], "to make (a bet) with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,14 ], "to cause to settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,15 ], "to allay; suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,16 ], "to bring down forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,17 ], "to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,18 ], "to press down or make smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,19 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,19 ], "to arrange and twist together (strands) in order to form (a rope, cable," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by down) to establish as a basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,20 ], "to apply settings of elevation and training to (a weapon) prior to firing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,21 ], "(foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,22 ], "to put (hounds or other dogs) onto a scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,23 ], "another word for inlay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,3 ], "to place or dispose in the proper position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,4 ], "to arrange (a table) for eating a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,5 ], "to prepare for lighting by placing fuel in the grate, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,6 ], "(of birds, esp| the domestic hen) to produce (eggs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,7 ], "to present or put forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,8 ], "to impute or attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,2,9 ], "to arrange, devise, or prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,3,1 ], "to plan, scheme, or devise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,1 ], "to move or go, esp| into a specified position or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,10 ], "lay siege to| to besiege (a city, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,2 ], "lay aboard| Nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,3 ], "(formerly) to move alongside a warship to board it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,4 ], "lay a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,4,1 ], "Nautical| to sail on a planned course without tacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,4,2 ], "to plan an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,5 ], "lay bare| to reveal or explain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,6 ], "lay hands on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,7 ], "lay hold of| to seize or grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,8 ], "lay oneself open| to make oneself vulnerable (to criticism, attack, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,4,9 ], "lay open| to reveal or disclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,5,1 ], "the manner or position in which something lies or is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,5,1,1 ], "an act of sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,5,1,2 ], "a sexual partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,5,2 ], "a portion of the catch or the profits from a whaling or fishing expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",1,5,3 ], "the amount or direction of hoist in the strands of a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",2,1,1 ], "the past tense of lie'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",3,1,1 ], "of, involving, or belonging to people who are not clergymen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",3,1,2 ], "nonprofessional; amateur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",4,1,1 ], "a ballad or short narrative poem, esp| one intended to be sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay",4,1,2 ], "a song or melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 1, 1],"a place for drivers to stop at the side of a main road",1). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 1, 2],"an anchorage in a narrow waterway, away from the channel",1). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 1, 3],"a small railway siding where rolling stock may be stored or parked",1). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 1, 4],"a system of payment whereby a buyer pays a deposit on an article, which is",1). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 1, 4],"reserved for him until he has paid the full price",2). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 2, 2],"to set aside or save for future needs",1). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 2, 4],"stop",2). c_DEF([ "lay-by" ,1, 2, 4],"to cause (a sailing vessel) to stop in open water or (of a sailing vessel) to",1). c_DEF([ "layabout" ,1, 1, 1],"a lazy person; loafer",1). c_DEF([ "layabout" ,1, 2, 1],"Old-fashioned",1). c_DEF([ "layabout" ,1, 2, 2],"to hit out with violent and repeated blows in all directions",1). c_DEF([ "layer cake",1,1,1 ], "a cake made in layers with a filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layer",1,1,1 ], "a thickness of some homogeneous substance, such as a stratum or a coating on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layer",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "layer",1,1,2 ], "a laying hen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layer",1,1,2,1 ], "a shoot or branch rooted during layering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layer",1,1,2,2 ], "a plant produced as a result of layering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layer",1,2,1 ], "to form or make a layer of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layer",1,2,2 ], "to take root or cause to take root by layering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layering",1,1,1 ], "a method of propagation that induces a shoot or branch to take root while it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layering",1,1,1 ], "is still attached to the parent plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "layette",1,1,1 ], "a complete set of articles, including clothing, bedclothes, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layette",1,1,1 ], "accessories, for a newborn baby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "laying on of hands",1,1,1 ], "(in Christian ordination, confirmation, faith healing, etc|) the act of laying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laying on of hands",1,1,1 ], "hands on a person's head to confer spiritual blessing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "layman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who is not a clergyman",1). c_DEF([ "layman" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who does not have specialized or professional knowledge of a subject",1). c_DEF([ "layshaft",1,1,1 ], "an auxiliary shaft in a gearbox, running parallel to the main shaft, to and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "layshaft",1,1,1 ], "from which drive is transferred to enable varying ratios to be obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lazar",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for leper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazaretto" ,1, 1, 1],"lazaret, or lazarette (lz@@!r$et) n|, pl| rettos, rets, or rettes",1). c_DEF([ "lazaretto" ,1, 1, 3],"a small locker at the stern of a boat or a storeroom between decks of a ship",1). c_DEF([ "lazaretto" ,1, 1, 5],"(formerly) a hospital for persons with infectious diseases, esp| leprosy",1). c_DEF([ "laze",1,1,1 ], "to be indolent or lazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laze",1,2,1 ], "to spend (time) in indolence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "laze",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of idling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazuli",1,1,1 ], "short for lapis lazuli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazulite",1,1,1 ], "a blue mineral, consisting of hydrated magnesium iron phosphate, occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazulite",1,1,1 ], "metamorphic rocks| Formula: (Mg,Fe)Al2(PO\4)2(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lazurite",1,1,1 ], "a rare blue mineral consisting of a sodium aluminium silicate and sulphide:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazurite",1,1,1 ], "used as the gemstone lapis lazuli| Formula: Na4-5Al3Si3O12S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lazy Susan",1,1,1 ], "a revolving tray, often divided into sections, for holding condiments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazy daisy stitch",1,1,1 ], "an embroidery stitch consisting of a long chain stitch, usually used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazy daisy stitch",1,1,1 ], "flower patterns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lazy tongs",1,1,1 ], "a set of tongs with a framework of hinged crossed rods that allows objects to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazy tongs",1,1,1 ], "be gripped at a distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lazy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazy",1,1,2 ], "not inclined to work or exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazy",1,1,3 ], "conducive to or causing indolence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazy",1,1,4 ], "moving in a languid or sluggish manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazy",1,1,5 ], "(of a brand letter or mark on livestock) shown as lying on its side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lazybones",1,1,1 ], "a lazy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lb",1,1,1 ], "pound (weight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ld|",1,1,1 ], "lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ld|",1,1,2 ], "load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lea",1,1,1 ], "a meadow or field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lea",1,1,2 ], "land that has been sown with grass seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lea",2,1,1 ], "a unit for measuring lengths of yarn, usually taken as 80 yards for wool, 120" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lea",2,1,1 ], "yards for cotton and silk, and 300 yards for linen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lea",2,1,2 ], "a measure of yarn expressed as the length per unit weight, usually the number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lea",2,1,2 ], "of leas per pound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leach",1,1,1 ], "to remove or be removed from a substance by a percolating liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leach",1,1,2 ], "liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leach",1,1,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose soluble substances by the action of a percolating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leach",1,1,3 ], "another word for percolate 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leach",1,2,1 ], "the act or process of leaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leach",1,2,2 ], "a substance that is leached or the constituents removed by leaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leach",1,2,3 ], "a porous vessel for leaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leach",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of leech ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead acetate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline toxic solid used in dyeing cotton and in making varnishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead acetate",1,1,1 ], "and enamels| Formula: Pb(CH\3CO)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead arsenate",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble toxic crystalline powder used as an insecticide and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead arsenate",1,1,1 ], "fungicide| Formula: Pb3(AsO\4)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead colic",1,1,1 ], "a symptom of lead poisoning characterized by intense abdominal pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead glass",1,1,1 ], "glass that contains lead oxide as a flux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead line",1,1,1 ], "a length of line for swinging a lead, marked at various points to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead line",1,1,1 ], "multiples of fathoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead monoxide",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous insoluble oxide of lead existing in red and yellow forms: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead monoxide",1,1,1 ], "making glass, glazes, and cements, and as a pigment| Formula: PbO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead off" ,1, 1, 1],"to initiate the action of (something); begin",1). c_DEF([ "lead on",1,1,1 ], "to lure or entice, esp| into trouble or wrongdoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead pencil",1,1,1 ], "a pencil in which the writing material is a thin stick of a graphite compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead poisoning",1,1,1 ], "acute or chronic poisoning by lead or its salts, characterized by abdominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead poisoning",1,1,1 ], "pain, vomiting, convulsions, and coma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead poisoning",1,1,2 ], "death or injury resulting from being shot with bullets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead screw",1,1,1 ], "a threaded rod that drives the tool carriage in a lathe when screw cutting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead screw",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead tetraethyl",1,1,1 ], "another name for tetraethyl lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead time",1,1,1 ], "the time between the design of a product and its production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead time",1,1,2 ], "the time from the placing of an order to the delivery of the goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead up to",1,1,1 ], "to act as a preliminary or introduction to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead up to",1,1,2 ], "to approach (a topic) gradually or cautiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,1,1 ], "to show the way to (an individual or a group) by going with or ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,1,2 ], "to guide or be guided by holding, pulling, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,10,1 ], "to make an offensive blow, esp| as one's main attacking punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,10,2 ], "lead astray| to mislead so as to cause error or wrongdoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,10,3 ], "imperceptibly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,10,3 ], "lead by the nose| Informal| to dominate or impose one's will on, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,1,1 ], "the first, foremost, or most prominent place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,10 ], "the direction in which a rope runs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,11 ], "a deposit of metal or ore; lode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,12 ], "the firing of a gun, missile, etc|, ahead of a moving target to correct for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,12 ], "the time of flight of the projectile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,2 ], "example, precedence, or leadership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,3 ], "an advance or advantage held over others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,4 ], "anything that guides or directs; indication; clue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,5 ], "another name for leash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,6 ], "card so played" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,6 ], "the act or prerogative of playing the first card in a round of cards or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,7 ], "the principal role in a play, film, etc|, or the person playing such a role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,7,1 ], "the principal news story in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,7,2 ], "the opening paragraph of a news story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,7,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,8 ], "an important entry assigned to one part usually at the beginning of a movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,8 ], "or section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,9 ], "a wire, cable, or other conductor for making an electrical connection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,9,1 ], "one's habitual attacking punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,11,9,2 ], "a blow made with this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,2,1 ], "to cause to act, feel, think, or behave in a certain way; induce; influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,3,1 ], "to phrase a question to (a witness) that tends to suggest the desired answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by to)(of a road, route, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,3,3 ], "to serve as the means of reaching a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,4,1 ], "to go ahead so as to indicate (esp| in the phrase lead the way)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,4,2 ], "to guide, control, or direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,5,1 ], "if along a channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,5,1 ], "to direct the course of or conduct (water, a rope or wire, etc|) along or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,5,2 ], "to initiate the action of (something); have the principal part in (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,5,3 ], "to go at the head of or have the top position in (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,6,1 ], "to have as the first or principal item" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,6,2 ], "to play first violin in (an orchestra)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,6,2,2 ], "(of an instrument or voice) to be assigned an important entry in a piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,6,2,2 ], "music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,6,3 ], "to direct and guide (one's partner) in a dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,7,1,1 ], "to pass or spend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,7,1,2 ], "to cause to pass a life of a particular kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,8,1 ], "to tend (to) or result (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,8,2 ], "right to do this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,8,2 ], "to initiate a round of cards by putting down (the first card) or to have the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,9,1 ], "allow for the time of flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",1,9,1 ], "to aim at a point in front of (a moving target) in shooting, etc|, in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,1 ], "Related adjs|: plumbic, plumbous" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,1 ], "a heavy toxic bluish-white metallic element that is highly malleable: occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,1 ], "principally as galena and used in alloys, accumulators, cable sheaths, paints, and as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,1 ], "radiation shield| Symbol: Pb; atomic no|: 82; atomic wt|: 207|2; valency: 2 or 4;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,1 ], "relative density: 11|35; melting pt|: 327|5 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1740 degrees C|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,2 ], "a lead weight suspended on a line used to take soundings of the depth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,2 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,3 ], "lead weights or shot, as used in cartridges, fishing lines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,4 ], "a thin grooved strip of lead for holding small panes of glass or pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,4 ], "stained glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,4,1 ], "thin sheets or strips of lead used as a roof covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,4,2 ], "a flat or low-pitched roof covered with such sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,5 ], "a thin strip of type metal used for spacing between lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,5,1 ], "graphite or a mixture containing graphite, clay, etc|, used for drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,5,2 ], "a thin stick of this material, esp| the core of a pencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,1,6 ], "of, consisting of, relating to, or containing lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,2,1 ], "to fill or treat with lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,2,2 ], "to surround, cover, or secure with lead or leads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead",2,2,3 ], "to space (type) by use of leads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead-in",1,1,1,1 ], "an introduction to a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead-in",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead-in",1,1,2 ], "the connection between a radio transmitter, receiver, etc|, and the aerial or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lead-in",1,1,2 ], "transmission line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaden",1,1,1 ], "heavy and inert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaden",1,1,2 ], "laboured or sluggish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaden",1,1,3 ], "gloomy, spiritless, or lifeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaden",1,1,4 ], "made partly or wholly of lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaden",1,1,5 ], "of a dull greyish colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,1 ], "a person who rules, guides, or inspires others; head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,1,1 ], "orchestra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,1,1 ], "orchestra, who plays solo parts, and acts as the conductor's deputy and spokesman for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,1,1 ], "the principal first violinist of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,1,2 ], "U|S| a conductor or director of an orchestra or chorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,10 ], "any of the long slender shoots that grow from the stem or branch of a tree:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,10 ], "usually removed during pruning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,11 ], "Lords)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,11 ], "a member of the Government having primary authority in initiating legislative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,11 ], "business (esp| in the phrases Leader of the House of Commons and Leader of the House of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,12 ], "a case" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,12 ], "the senior barrister, usually a Queen's Counsel, in charge of the conduct of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,2 ], "the leading horse or dog in a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,3 ], "an article offered at a sufficiently low price to attract customers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,4 ], "a statistic or index that gives an advance indication of the state of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,4 ], "economy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,5 ], "the leading editorial in a newspaper| Usual U|S| term: leading article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,6 ], "another word for trace'2 ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,7 ], "another term for fairlead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,8 ], "a strip of blank film or tape used to facilitate threading a projector," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,8 ], "developing machine, etc|, and to aid identification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,9 ], "rows of dots or hyphens used to guide the reader's eye across a page, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leader",1,1,9 ], "table of contents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leading aircraftman",1,1,1 ], "the rank above aircraftman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading article",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for leader ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading edge",1,1,1 ], "the forward edge of a propeller blade or aerofoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading light",1,1,1 ], "an important or outstanding person, esp| in an organization or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading light",1,1,2 ], "a less common term for range light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading man",1,1,1 ], "a man who plays the main part in a film, play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading note",1,1,1 ], "another word for subtonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading note",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in cadences) a note, usually the subtonic of a scale, that tends most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading note",1,1,2 ], "naturally to resolve to the note lying one semitone above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leading question",1,1,1 ], "a question phrased in a manner that tends to suggest the desired answer, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading question",1,1,1 ], "as What do you think of the horrible effects of pollution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leading reins",1,1,1 ], "learning to walk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leading reins",1,1,1 ], "straps or a harness and strap used to assist and control a child who is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading reins",1,1,2 ], "excessive guidance or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading",1,1,1 ], "capable of guiding, directing, or influencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading",1,1,2 ], "principal or primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading",1,1,3 ], "in the first position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading",1,1,4 ], "(of a coefficient) associated with the term of highest degree in a polynomial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leading",1,1,4 ], "containing one variable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leading",2,1,1 ], "another name for lead'2 ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leadsman",1,1,1 ], "a sailor who takes soundings with a lead line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leadwort",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the plumbaginaceous genus Plumbago, of tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leadwort",1,1,1 ], "regions, with red, blue, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf beet",1,1,1 ], "another name for chard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf fat",1,1,1 ], "animals, esp| pigs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf fat",1,1,1 ], "the dense fat that accumulates in layers around the kidneys of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf insect",1,1,1 ], "any of various mostly tropical Asian insects of the genus Phyllium and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf insect",1,1,1 ], "genera, having a flattened leaflike body: order Phasmida" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf miner",1,1,1 ], "any of various insect larvae that bore into and feed on leaf tissue, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf miner",1,1,1 ], "caterpillar of moths of the family Gracillariidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leaf miner",1,1,1 ], "larva of dipterous flies of the genus Philophylla (family Trypetidae) and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf miner",1,1,2 ], "the adult insect of any of these larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf monkey",1,1,1 ], "another name for langur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf mould",1,1,1 ], "a nitrogen-rich material consisting of decayed leaves, etc|, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf mould",1,1,1 ], "fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf mould",1,1,2 ], "any of various fungus diseases affecting the leaves of certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf spot",1,1,1 ], "any of various plant diseases, usually caused by fungi: characterized by dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf spot",1,1,1 ], "lesions on the leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf spring",1,1,1 ], "compound spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf spring",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of metal strips bracketed together in length to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf spring",1,1,2 ], "the compound spring so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a flat green blade attached to the stem directly or by a stalk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,1 ], "the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,10 ], "the inner or outer wall of a cavity wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,11 ], "a crop that is harvested in the form of leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,12 ], "a metal strip forming one of the laminations in a leaf spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,13 ], "a slang word for marijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,14 ], "course of action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,14 ], "take a leaf out of someone's book| to imitate someone, esp| in one particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,15 ], "turn over a new leaf| to change or resolve to improve one's behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,2 ], "foliage collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,3 ], "in leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,4 ], "(of shrubs, trees, etc|) having a full complement of foliage leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,5 ], "one of the sheets of paper in a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,6 ], "a hinged, sliding, or detachable part, such as an extension to a table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,7 ], "metal in the form of a very thin flexible sheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,8 ], "a foil or thin strip of metal in a composite material; lamina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,1,9 ], "short for leaf spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by through) to turn (through pages, sheets, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,2,1 ], "cursorily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf",1,3,1 ], "(of plants) to produce leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf-climber",1,1,1 ], "a plant that climbs by using leaves specialized as tendrils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf-hopper",1,1,1 ], "any homopterous insect of the family Cicadellidae, including various pests of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaf-hopper",1,1,1 ], "crops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaf-lard",1,1,1 ], "lard prepared from the leaf fat of a pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafage",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for foliage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafcutter ant",1,1,1 ], "and use them as fertilizer for the fungus on which they feed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leafcutter ant",1,1,1 ], "any of various South American ants of the genus Atta that cut pieces of leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafcutter bee",1,1,1 ], "any of various solitary bees of the genus Megachile that nest in soil or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafcutter bee",1,1,1 ], "rotten wood, constructing the cells in which they lay their eggs from pieces of leaf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaflet",1,1,1 ], "a printed and usually folded sheet of paper for distribution, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaflet",1,1,1 ], "advertising" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaflet",1,1,2 ], "any of the subdivisions of a compound leaf such as a fern leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaflet",1,1,3 ], "any small leaf or leaflike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafstalk",1,1,1 ], "the stalk attaching a leaf to a stem or branch| Technical name: petiole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafy",1,1,1 ], "leafier, leafiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafy",1,1,2 ], "covered with or having leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leafy",1,1,3 ], "resembling a leaf or leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 1, 1],"an association or union of persons, nations, etc|, formed to promote the",1). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 1, 1],"interests of its members",2). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 1, 2],"an association of sporting clubs that organizes matches between member teams",1). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 1, 2],"of a similar standard",2). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 1, 3],"a class, category, or level",1). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 1, 4],"in league (with)| working or planning together with",1). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 1, 5],"of, involving, or belonging to a league",1). c_DEF([ "league" ,1, 2, 1],"to form or be formed into a league",1). c_DEF([ "league",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete unit of distance of varying length| It is commonly equal to 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "league",2,1,1 ], "miles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leaguer",1,1,1 ], "an encampment, esp| of besiegers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaguer",1,1,2 ], "the siege itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaguer",2,1,1 ], "a member of a league" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,1,1 ], "a crack, hole, etc|, that allows the accidental escape or entrance of fluid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,1,1 ], "light, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,1,2 ], "such escaping or entering fluid, light, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,2 ], "spring a leak| to develop a leak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,3 ], "something resembling this in effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,4 ], "the loss of current from an electrical conductor because of faulty insulation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,5 ], "a disclosure, often unintentional, of secret information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,6 ], "the act or an instance of leaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,1,7 ], "a slang word for urination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,2,1 ], "to enter or escape or allow to enter or escape through a crack, hole, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by out) to disclose (secret information), often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,2,2 ], "unintentionally, or (of secret information) to be disclosed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leak",1,3,1 ], "a slang word for urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leakage",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of leaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leakage",1,1,2 ], "something that escapes or enters by a leak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leakage",1,1,3 ], "an allowance made for partial loss (of stock, etc|) due to leaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leakage",1,1,3,1 ], "an undesired flow of electric current, neutrons, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leakage",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaky",1,1,1 ], "leakier, leakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaky",1,1,2 ], "leaking or tending to leak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leal",1,1,1 ], "loyal; faithful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by against, on, or upon) to rest or cause to rest against a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",1,1,2 ], "to incline or cause to incline from a vertical position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",1,2,1 ], "to have or express a tendency or leaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",1,3,1 ], "to depend for advice, support, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",1,3,2 ], "lean over backwards| Informal| to do more than is expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",1,4,1 ], "the condition of inclining from a vertical position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,1,1 ], "not fat or full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,1,2 ], "(of meat) having little or no fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,1,3 ], "not rich, abundant, or satisfying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,1,4 ], "(of a mixture of fuel and air) containing insufficient fuel and too much air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,1,5 ], "(of printer''s type) having a thin appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,1,6 ], "(of a paint) containing relatively little oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,1,7 ], "(of an ore) not having a high mineral content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean",2,2,1 ], "the part of meat that contains little or no fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean-to",1,1,1 ], "a roof that has a single slope with its upper edge adjoining a wall or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lean-to",1,1,1 ], "building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lean-to",1,1,2 ], "a shed or outbuilding with such a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaning",1,1,1 ], "a tendency or inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leant",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of lean'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap year",1,1,1 ], "a calendar year of 366 days, February 29 (leap day) being the additional day," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap year",1,1,1 ], "calendar year of 365 days" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "leap year",1,1,1 ], "that occurs every four years (those whose number is divisible by four)| It offsets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leap year",1,1,1 ], "the difference between the length of the solar year (365|2422 days) and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,1,1 ], "to jump suddenly from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,2,1 ], "to move or react quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,3,1 ], "to jump over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,3,2 ], "to come into prominence rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,4,1 ], "to cause (an animal, esp| a horse) to jump a barrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,1 ], "the act of jumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,2 ], "a spot from which a leap was or may be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,3 ], "the distance of a leap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,4 ], "an abrupt change or increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,5 ], "a relatively large melodic interval, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,5 ], "a solo part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,6 ], "a leap in the dark| an action performed without knowledge of the consequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leap",1,5,7 ], "by leaps and bounds| extremely fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leapfrog" ,1, 1, 1],"a children's game in which each player in turn leaps over the others' bent",1). c_DEF([ "leapfrog" ,1, 1, 1],"backs, leaning on them with the hands and spreading the legs wide",2). c_DEF([ "leapfrog" ,1, 3, 1, 2],"to leap in this way over (something)",1). c_DEF([ "leapfrog" ,1, 3, 1],"to play leapfrog",1). c_DEF([ "leapfrog" ,1, 3, 2],"to advance or cause to advance by jumps or stages",1). c_DEF([ "leapt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of leap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learn",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to gain knowledge of (something) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learn",1,1,1 ], "acquire skill in (some art or practice)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "learn",1,2,1 ], "to commit to memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learn",1,3,1 ], "to gain by experience, example, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learn",1,4,1 ], "to become informed; know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learn",1,4,2 ], "to teach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learned",1,1,1 ], "having great knowledge or erudition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learned",1,1,2 ], "involving or characterized by scholarship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learned",1,1,3 ], "a title applied in referring to a member of the legal profession, esp| to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learned",1,1,3 ], "barrister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "learning",1,1,1 ], "knowledge gained by study; instruction or scholarship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learning",1,1,2 ], "the act of gaining knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learning",1,1,3 ], "any relatively permanent change in behaviour that occurs as a direct result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "learning",1,1,3 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "learnt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or the past participle of learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lease",1,1,1 ], "a contract by which property is conveyed to a person for a specified period," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lease",1,1,1 ], "usually for rent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lease",1,1,2 ], "the instrument by which such property is conveyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lease",1,1,3 ], "the period of time for which it is conveyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lease",1,1,4 ], "a prospect of renewed health, happiness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lease",1,2,1 ], "to grant possession of (land, buildings, etc|) by lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lease",1,2,2 ], "to take a lease of (property); hold under a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lease",2,1,1 ], "open pasture or common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaseback",1,1,1 ], "a property transaction in which the buyer leases the property to the seller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leasehold",1,1,1 ], "land or property held under a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leasehold",1,1,2 ], "the tenure by which such property is held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leasehold",1,1,3 ], "held under a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaseholder",1,1,1 ], "a person in possession of leasehold property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaseholder",1,1,2 ], "a tenant under a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leash",1,1,1 ], "a line or rope used to walk or control a dog or other animal; lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leash",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leash",1,1,3 ], "three of the same kind of animal, usually hounds, foxes, or hares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leash",1,1,4 ], "straining at the leash| eagerly impatient to begin something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leash",1,2,1 ], "to control or secure by or as if by a leash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least common denominator",1,1,1 ], "another name for lowest common denominator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least common multiple",1,1,1 ], "another name for lowest common multiple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least squares",1,1,1 ], "a method for determining the best value of an unknown quantity relating one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least squares",1,1,1 ], "experimentally determined value from its optimum value should be a minimum" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "least squares",1,1,1 ], "more sets of observations or measurements, esp| to find a curve that best fits a set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "least squares",1,1,1 ], "of data| It states that the sum of the squares of the deviations of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,1,1 ], "a| the| the superlative of little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,1,1,2 ], "least isn't necessarily worst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,1,2 ], "at least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,1,2,1 ], "if nothing else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,1,2,2 ], "at the least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,1,3 ], "at the least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,1,4 ], "in the least| in the slightest degree; at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,2,1 ], "the least| superlative of little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "least",1,3,1 ], "of very little importance or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leastways",1,1,1 ], "at least; anyway; at any rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leat",1,1,1 ], "a trench or ditch that conveys water to a mill wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leather",1,1,1,1 ], "a material consisting of the skin of an animal made smooth and flexible by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leather",1,1,1,1 ], "tanning, removing the hair, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leather",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leather",1,1,2 ], "something, such as a garment, made of leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leather",1,1,3 ], "the flap of a dog's ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leather",1,2,1 ], "to cover with leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leather",1,2,2 ], "to whip with or as if with a leather strap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherback",1,1,1 ], "a large turtle, Dermochelys coriacea, of warm and tropical seas, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherback",1,1,1 ], "ridged leathery carapace: family Dermochelidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leatherhead",1,1,1 ], "another name for friarbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherjacket",1,1,1 ], "Scomberoides, having a leathery skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leatherjacket",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical carangid fishes of the genera Oligoplites and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherjacket",1,1,2 ], "Monacanthus and related genera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leatherjacket",1,1,2 ], "any of various brightly coloured tropical triggerfishes of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherjacket",1,1,3 ], "Tipula, which destroy the roots of grasses, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leatherjacket",1,1,3 ], "the greyish-brown tough-skinned larva of certain craneflies, esp| of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leathern",1,1,1 ], "made of or resembling leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherneck",1,1,1 ], "a member of the U|S| Marine Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherwood",1,1,1 ], "a North American thymelaeaceous shrub, Dirca palustris, with pale yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leatherwood",1,1,1 ], "flowers and tough flexible branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leatherwood",1,1,2 ], "any of various Australian shrubs of the family Cunoniaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leathery",1,1,1 ], "having the appearance or texture of leather, esp| in toughness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave behind",1,1,1 ], "to forget or neglect to bring or take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave behind",1,1,2 ], "to cause to remain as a result or sign of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave behind",1,1,3 ], "to pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave off",1,1,1 ], "to stop; cease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave off",1,2,1 ], "to stop wearing or using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave out",1,1,1 ], "to cause to remain in the open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave out",1,1,2 ], "to omit or exclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to go or depart (from a person or place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,10 ], "to pass in a specified direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,11 ], "to be survived by (members of one's family)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,12 ], "to bequeath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,2 ], "to cause to remain behind, often by mistake, in a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,3 ], "to cause to be or remain in a specified state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,4 ], "to renounce or abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,5 ], "to refrain from consuming or doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,6 ], "to result in; cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,7 ], "to allow to be or remain subject to another person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,8 ], "to entrust or commit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,1,9 ], "to submit in place of one's personal appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,1 ], "to have as a remainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,2 ], "to permit; let" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,3 ], "leave be| Informal| to leave undisturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,4 ], "leave go or hold of| Not standard| to stop holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,5 ], "leave it at that| Informal| to take a matter no further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,6 ], "leave much to be desired| to be very unsatisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,7 ], "leave alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,7,1 ], "to refrain from persecuting, bothering, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,7,2 ], "to permit to stay or be alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",1,2,8 ], "leave someone to himself| not to control or direct someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,1 ], "permission to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,2 ], "by or with your leave| with your permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,3 ], "permission to be absent, as from a place of work or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,4 ], "the duration of such absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,5 ], "a farewell or departure (esp| in the phrase take leave)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,6 ], "on leave| officially excused from work or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,7 ], "take leave to say farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,8 ], "(to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",2,1,9 ], "take leave of one's senses| to go mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave",3,1,1 ], "to produce or grow leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leave-taking",1,1,1 ], "the act of departing; a farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaved",1,1,1,1 ], "having a leaf or leaves; leafed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaved",1,1,1,2 ], "a five-leaved stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leaven" ,1, 1, 1],"and causes it to rise",2). c_DEF([ "leaven" ,1, 1, 1],"any substance that produces fermentation in dough or batter, such as yeast,",1). c_DEF([ "leaven" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of such a substance kept to ferment a new batch of dough",1). c_DEF([ "leaven" ,1, 1, 3],"an agency or influence that produces a gradual change",1). c_DEF([ "leaven" ,1, 3, 1],"to cause fermentation in (dough or batter)",1). c_DEF([ "leaven" ,1, 3, 2],"to pervade, causing a gradual change",1). c_DEF([ "leaves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leavings",1,1,1 ], "something remaining, such as food on a plate, residue, refuse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lea|",1,1,1 ], "league" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lea|",1,1,2 ], "leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leben",1,1,1 ], "a semiliquid food made from curdled milk in N Africa and the Levant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lebkuchen" ,1, 1, 1],"a biscuit, originating from Germany, usually containing honey, spices, etc",1). c_DEF([ "lech",1,1,1 ], "to behave lecherously (towards); lust (after)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lech",1,2,1 ], "a lecherous act or indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecher",1,1,1 ], "a promiscuous or lewd man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecherous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or inciting lechery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lechery",1,1,1 ], "unrestrained and promiscuous sexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecithin",1,1,1 ], "animal tissues, esp| egg yolk: used in making candles, cosmetics, and inks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lecithin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of yellow-brown phospholipids that are found in many plant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecithinase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that remove the fatty-acid residue from lecithins:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecithinase",1,1,1 ], "present in the venom of many snakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lectern",1,1,1 ], "a reading desk or support in a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lectern",1,1,2 ], "any similar desk or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lection",1,1,1 ], "a variant reading of a passage in a particular copy or edition of a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lectionary",1,1,1 ], "a book containing readings appointed to be read at divine services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lector",1,1,1 ], "a lecturer or reader in certain universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lector",1,1,1,1 ], "a person appointed to read lessons at certain services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lector",1,1,1,2 ], "(in convents or monastic establishments) a member of the community appointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lector",1,1,1,2 ], "to read aloud during meals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lecture",1,1,1 ], "a discourse on a particular subject given or read to an audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecture",1,1,2 ], "the text of such a discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecture",1,1,3 ], "a method of teaching by formal discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecture",1,1,4 ], "a lengthy reprimand or scolding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecture",1,2,1 ], "to give or read a lecture (to an audience or class)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecture",1,3,1 ], "to reprimand at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecturer",1,1,1 ], "a person who lectures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecturer",1,1,2 ], "a teacher in higher education without professorial status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lectureship",1,1,1 ], "the office or position of lecturer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lectureship",1,1,2 ], "an endowment financing a series of lectures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lect|",1,1,1 ], "lecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lect|",1,1,2 ], "lecturer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lecythus",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a vase with a narrow neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "led",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lederhosen",1,1,1 ], "leather shorts with H-shaped braces, worn by men in Austria, Bavaria, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledge",1,1,1 ], "a narrow horizontal surface resembling a shelf and projecting from a wall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledge",1,1,1 ], "window, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ledge",1,1,2 ], "a layer of rock that contains an ore; vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledge",1,1,3 ], "a ridge of rock that lies beneath the surface of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledge",1,1,4 ], "a narrow shelflike rock projection on a cliff or mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger board",1,1,1 ], "a timber board forming the top rail of a fence or balustrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger board",1,1,2 ], "a timber board fixed horizontally to studding to support floor joists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger line",1,1,1 ], "a short line placed above or below the staff to accommodate notes representing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger line",1,1,1 ], "pitches above or below the staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ledger line",1,1,2 ], "a line using ledger tackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,1 ], "recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,1 ], "the principal book in which the commercial transactions of a company are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,2 ], "a flat horizontal slab of stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,3 ], "a horizontal scaffold pole fixed to two upright poles for supporting the outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,3 ], "ends of putlogs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,3,1 ], "a wire trace that allows the weight to rest on the bottom and the bait to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,3,1 ], "float freely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ledger",1,2,1 ], "to fish using a ledger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lee",1,1,1 ], "a sheltered part or side; the side away from the direction from which the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lee",1,1,1 ], "is blowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lee",1,1,2 ], "by the lee| Nautical| so that the wind is blowing on the wrong side of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lee",1,1,2 ], "sail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lee",1,1,3 ], "under the lee| Nautical| towards the lee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lee",1,2,1 ], "on, at, or towards the side or part away from the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeboard",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of large adjustable paddle-like boards that may be lowered along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeboard",1,1,1 ], "the lee side to reduce sideways drift or leeway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,1,1 ], "any annelid worm of the class Hirudinea, which have a sucker at each end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,1,1 ], "the body and feed on the blood or tissues of other animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,1,2 ], "a person who clings to or preys on another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for physician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,1,3 ], "cling like a leech| to cling or adhere persistently to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,2,1 ], "to use leeches to suck the blood of (a person), as a method of medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,2,1 ], "treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leech",1,2,2 ], "to cure or heal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leech",2,1,1 ], "squaresail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leech",2,1,1 ], "the after edge of a fore-and-aft sail or either of the vertical edges of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leek",1,1,1 ], "an alliaceous plant, Allium porrum, with a slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leek",1,1,1 ], "white bulb, cylindrical stem, and broad flat overlapping leaves: used in cooking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leek",1,1,2 ], "any of several related species, such as A| ampeloprasum (wild leek)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leek",1,1,3 ], "the national emblem of Wales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leer",1,1,1 ], "to give an oblique, sneering, or suggestive look or grin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leer",1,2,1 ], "such a look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leery" ,1, 1, 1],"learier, leariest",1). c_DEF([ "leery" ,1, 1, 2],"knowing or sly",1). c_DEF([ "leery" ,1, 1, 3],"(foll| by of) suspicious or wary",1). c_DEF([ "lees",1,1,1 ], "the sediment from an alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leet",1,1,1 ], "a special kind of manorial court that some lords were entitled to hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leet",1,1,2 ], "the jurisdiction of this court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leet",2,1,1 ], "a list of candidates for an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeward",1,1,1 ], "of, in, or moving to the quarter towards which the wind blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeward",1,2,1 ], "the point or quarter towards which the wind blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeward",1,2,2 ], "the side towards the lee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeward",1,3,1 ], "towards the lee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeway",1,1,1 ], "room for free movement within limits, as in action or expenditure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leeway",1,1,2 ], "sideways drift of a boat or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left wing" ,1, 1, 1],"progressive wing",2). c_DEF([ "left wing" ,1, 1, 1],"the leftist faction of an assembly, party, group, etc|; the radical or",1). c_DEF([ "left wing" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"facing its opponents' goal",2). c_DEF([ "left wing" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the left-hand side of the field of play from the point of view of either team",1). c_DEF([ "left wing" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a player positioned in this area in certain games",1). c_DEF([ "left wing" ,1, 1, 2],"the units of an army situated on the left of a battle position",1). c_DEF([ "left",1,1,1 ], "front is turned towards the north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,1,1 ], "of, or designating, the side of something or someone that faces west when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,1,2 ], "worn on a left hand, foot, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the political or intellectual left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,1,4 ], "groups, persons, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,1,4 ], "radical or progressive, esp| as compared to less radical or progressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,2,1 ], "on or in the direction of the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,1 ], "a left side, direction, position, area, or part| Related adjs|: sinister," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,1 ], "sinistral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,2 ], "economic change, reform, or revolution designed to promote the greater freedom, power," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,2 ], "the supporters or advocates of varying degrees of social, political, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,2 ], "welfare, or comfort of the common people" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,3 ], "achieve such change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,3 ], "to the left| radical in the methods, principles, etc|, employed in striving to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,3,1 ], "a blow with the left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",1,3,3,2 ], "the left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left",2,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-footer",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Ireland) a Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-hand",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, located on, or moving towards the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-hand",1,1,2 ], "for use by the left hand; left-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,1 ], "using the left hand with greater ease than the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,2 ], "performed with the left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,3 ], "designed or adapted for use by the left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,4 ], "worn on the left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,5 ], "awkward or clumsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,6 ], "ironically ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,7 ], "turning from right to left; anticlockwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,1,8 ], "another term for morganatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-handed",1,2,1 ], "with the left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-hander",1,1,1 ], "a blow with the left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-hander",1,1,2 ], "a left-handed person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-luggage office",1,1,1 ], "a place at a railway station, airport, etc|, where luggage may be left for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "left-luggage office",1,1,1 ], "small charge with an attendant for safekeeping| U|S| name: checkroom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leftist",1,1,1 ], "of, tending towards, or relating to the political left or its principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leftist",1,2,1 ], "a person who supports or belongs to the political left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leftover",1,1,1 ], "an unused portion or remnant, as of material or of cooked food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leftover",1,2,1 ], "left as an unused portion or remnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leftward",1,1,1 ], "on or towards the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leftward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of leftwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leftwards",1,1,1 ], "towards or on the left| n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lefty",1,1,1 ], "a left-winger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lefty",1,1,2 ], "a left-handed person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg before wicket",1,1,1 ], "a manner of dismissal on the grounds that a batsman has been struck on the leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg before wicket",1,1,1 ], "by a bowled ball that otherwise would have hit the wicket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leg break",1,1,1 ], "a bowled ball that spins from leg to off on pitching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg bye",1,1,1 ], "a run scored after the ball has hit the batsman's leg or some other part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg bye",1,1,1 ], "his body, except his hand, without touching the bat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"either of the two lower limbs, including the bones and fleshy covering of the",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"femur, tibia, fibula, and patella",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"faces the bowler",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"the side of the field to the left of and behind a right-handed batsman as he",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 10],"one of a series of games, matches, or parts of games",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 11],"a leg up| help to another person in climbing up a wall, etc|, by pushing",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 11],"upwards",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 12],"for an opinion or argument",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 12],"not have a leg to stand on| Informal| to have no reasonable or logical basis",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 13],"on his, its, etc|, last legs",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 14],"(of a person or thing) worn out; exhausted",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 15],"pull someone's leg| Informal| to tease, fool, or make fun of someone",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 16],"shake a leg| Slang| to hurry up: usually used in the imperative",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 17],"show a leg| Informal| to get up in the morning",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 18],"stretch one's legs| to stand up or walk around, esp| after sitting for some",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 18],"time",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar or analogous structure in animals that is used for locomotion or",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 2],"support",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 3],"this part of an animal, esp| the thigh, used for food",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 4],"something similar to a leg in appearance or function, such as one of the four",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 4],"supporting members of a chair",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 5],"a branch, limb, or part of a forked or jointed object",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 6],"the part of a garment that covers the leg",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 7],"a section or part of a journey or course",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 8],"a single stage, lap, length, etc|, in a relay race",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"the distance travelled without tacking",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"(in yacht racing) the course between any two marks",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 1, 9],"either the opposite or adjacent side of a right-angled triangle",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 2, 2],"one's feet along the tunnel roof",2). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 2, 2],"to propel (a canal boat) through a tunnel by lying on one's back and walking",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 2, 3],"leg it| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "leg" ,1, 2, 4],"to walk, run, or hurry",1). c_DEF([ "leg-of-mutton",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a sail, sleeve, etc|) tapering sharply or having a triangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg-of-mutton",1,1,1 ], "profile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leg-pull",1,1,1 ], "a practical joke or mild deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legacy",1,1,1 ], "a gift by will, esp| of money or personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legacy",1,1,2 ], "something handed down or received from an ancestor or predecessor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal aid",1,1,1 ], "financial assistance available to persons unable to meet the full cost of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal aid",1,1,1 ], "legal proceedings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legal cap",1,1,1 ], "lawyers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legal cap",1,1,1 ], "ruled writing paper, about 8 by 13 inches with the fold at the top, for use by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal holiday",1,1,1 ], "any of several weekdays which are observed as national holidays| Brit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal holiday",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: bank holiday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legal medicine",1,1,1 ], "another name for forensic medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal separation",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for judicial separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal tender",1,1,1 ], "currency in specified denominations that a creditor must by law accept in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal tender",1,1,1 ], "redemption of a debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legal",1,1,1 ], "established by or founded upon law; lawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal",1,1,3 ], "recognized, enforceable, or having a remedy at law rather than in equity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legal",1,1,4 ], "relating to or characteristic of the profession of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legalese",1,1,1 ], "the conventional language in which legal documents, etc|, are written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legalism",1,1,1 ], "rather than its spirit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legalism",1,1,1 ], "strict adherence to the law, esp| the stressing of the letter of the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being legal or lawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legality",1,1,2 ], "adherence to legal principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legalize",1,1,1 ], "to make lawful or legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legalize",1,1,2 ], "to confirm or validate (something previously unlawful)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legate",1,1,1 ], "a messenger, envoy, or delegate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legate",1,1,2 ], "an emissary to a foreign state representing the Pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legatee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a legacy is bequeathed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legation",1,1,1 ], "a diplomatic mission headed by a minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legation",1,1,2 ], "the official residence and office of a diplomatic minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legation",1,1,3 ], "the act of sending forth a diplomatic envoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legation",1,1,4 ], "the mission or business of a diplomatic envoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legation",1,1,5 ], "the rank or office of a legate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legato" ,1, 1, 1],"to be performed smoothly and connectedly",1). c_DEF([ "legato" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"a style of playing in which no perceptible gaps are left between notes",1). c_DEF([ "legato" ,1, 2, 1],"tos",1). c_DEF([ "legato" ,1, 2, 2],"as modifier: a legato passage",1). c_DEF([ "legator",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives a legacy or makes a bequest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,1 ], "a popular story handed down from earlier times whose truth has not been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,1 ], "ascertained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,2 ], "a group of such stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,3 ], "a modern story that has taken on the characteristics of a traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,3 ], "legendary tale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,4 ], "a person whose fame or notoriety makes him a source of exaggerated or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,4 ], "romanticized tales or exploits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,5 ], "an inscription or title, as on a coin or beneath a coat of arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,6 ], "explanatory matter accompanying a table, map, chart, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,6,1 ], "a story of the life of a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legend",1,1,6,2 ], "a collection of such stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legendary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to legend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legendary",1,1,2 ], "celebrated or described in a legend or legends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legendary",1,1,3 ], "very famous or notorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leger line",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ledger line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legerdemain",1,1,1 ], "another name for sleight of hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legerdemain",1,1,2 ], "cunning deception or trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leges",1,1,1 ], "the plural of lex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legged",1,1,1,1 ], "having a leg or legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leggings",1,1,1 ], "an extra outer covering for the lower legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leggy",1,1,2 ], "having unusually long legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leggy",1,1,3 ], "(of a woman) having long and shapely legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leggy",1,1,4 ], "(of a plant) having an unusually long and weak stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leghorn",1,1,1 ], "a type of Italian wheat straw that is woven into hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leghorn",1,1,2 ], "any hat made from this straw when plaited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legible",1,1,1 ], "(of handwriting, print, etc|) able to be read or deciphered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legible",1,1,2 ], "able to be discovered; discernible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legion",1,1,1 ], "a military unit of the ancient Roman army made up of infantry with supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legion",1,1,1 ], "cavalry, numbering some three to six thousand men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legion",1,1,2 ], "any large military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legion",1,1,3 ], "an association of ex-servicemen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legion",1,1,4 ], "any very large number, esp| of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legion",1,2,1 ], "very large or numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legionary ant",1,1,1 ], "another name for the army ant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legionary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to a legion",1). c_DEF([ "legionary" ,1, 2, 1],"aries",1). c_DEF([ "legionary" ,1, 2, 2],"a soldier belonging to a legion",1). c_DEF([ "legionnaire",1,1,1 ], "Foreign Legion or the British Legion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legionnaire",1,1,1 ], "a member of certain military forces or associations, such as the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislate",1,1,1 ], "to make or pass laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislate",1,2,1 ], "to bring into effect by legislation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making laws; enactment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislation",1,1,2 ], "the laws so made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative assembly",1,1,1 ], "the bicameral legislature in 28 states of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative assembly",1,1,2 ], "the unicameral legislature in most Canadian provinces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative assembly",1,1,3 ], "Commonwealth countries, such as Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legislative assembly",1,1,3 ], "the lower chamber of the bicameral state legislatures in several other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative assembly",1,1,4 ], "any assembly with legislative powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative council",1,1,1 ], "Indian and Australian states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legislative council",1,1,1 ], "the upper chamber of certain bicameral legislatures, such as those of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative council",1,1,2 ], "the unicameral legislature of certain colonies or dependent territories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative council",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) a committee composed of members of both chambers of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative council",1,1,3 ], "legislature, that meets to discuss problems, construct a legislative programme, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legislative",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to legislation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative",1,1,2 ], "having the power or function of legislating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislative",1,2,1 ], "another word for legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislator",1,1,1 ], "a person concerned with the making or enactment of laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislator",1,1,2 ], "a member of a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislatorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a legislator or legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legislature",1,1,1 ], "a body of persons vested with power to make, amend, and repeal laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legist",1,1,1 ], "a person versed in the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legis|",1,1,1 ], "legislation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legis|",1,1,2 ], "legislative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legis|",1,1,3 ], "legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legit",1,1,1 ], "short for legitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legit",1,2,1 ], "legitimate or professionally respectable drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,1 ], "(l$I!d#f$It$Im$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,2 ], "born in lawful wedlock; enjoying full filial rights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,3 ], "conforming to established standards of usage, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,4 ], "based on correct or acceptable principles of reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,5 ], "reasonable, sensible, or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,6 ], "authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,7 ], "of, relating to, or ruling by hereditary right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,8 ], "of or relating to serious drama as distinct from films, television," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,1,8 ], "vaudeville, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,2,1 ], "(l$I!d#f$It$I~me$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimate",1,3,1 ], "to make, pronounce, or show to be legitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimatize",1,1,1 ], "to make legitimate legalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legitimist" ,1, 1, 1],"a monarchist who supports the rule of a legitimate dynasty or of its senior",1). c_DEF([ "legitimist" ,1, 1, 1],"branch",2). c_DEF([ "legitimist" ,1, 1, 2],"(formerly) a supporter of the elder line of the Bourbon family in France",1). c_DEF([ "legitimist" ,1, 1, 3],"a supporter of legitimate authority",1). c_DEF([ "legitimist" ,1, 2, 1],"of or relating to legitimists",1). c_DEF([ "legman",1,1,1 ], "a newsman who reports on news stories from the scene of action or original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legman",1,1,1 ], "source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legman",1,1,2 ], "a person employed to run errands, collect information, etc|, outside an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legman",1,1,2 ], "office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "legroom",1,1,1 ], "room to move one's legs comfortably, as in a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legume",1,1,1 ], "the long dry dehiscent fruit produced by leguminous plants; a pod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legume",1,1,2 ], "any table vegetable of the superfamily Leguminosae, esp| beans or peas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legume",1,1,3 ], "any leguminous plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "legumin",1,1,1 ], "a protein obtained mainly from the seeds of leguminous plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leguminous",1,1,1 ], "of flowering plants having pods (or legumes) as fruits and root nodules enabling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leguminous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Leguminosae (or Fabaceae), a superfamily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leguminous",1,1,1 ], "papilionaceous plants" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "leguminous",1,1,1 ], "storage of nitrogen-rich material: includes mimosaceous, caesalpiniaceous, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "legwork",1,1,1 ], "work that involves travelling on foot or as if on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg|",1,1,1 ], "legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg|",1,1,2 ], "legate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg|",1,1,3 ], "legato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg|",1,1,4 ], "legislation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg|",1,1,5 ], "legislative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leg|",1,1,6 ], "legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lehr",1,1,1 ], "a long tunnel-shaped oven used for annealing glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lei",1,1,1 ], "(in Hawaii) a garland of flowers, worn around the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lei",2,1,1 ], "the plural of leu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leishmania",1,1,1 ], "animals and causes certain skin diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leishmania",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic flagellate protozoan of the genus Leishmania: occurs in man and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leishmaniasis",1,1,1 ], "any disease, such as kala-azar, caused by protozoa of the genus Leishmania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leister",1,1,1 ], "a spear with three or more prongs for spearing fish, esp| salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leister",1,2,1 ], "to spear (a fish) with a leister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,1,1 ], "time or opportunity for ease, relaxation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,2 ], "ease or leisureliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,3 ], "at leisure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,3,1 ], "having free time for ease, relaxation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,3,2 ], "not occupied or engaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,3,3 ], "without hurrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisure",1,1,4 ], "at one's leisure| when one has free time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisured",1,1,1 ], "having much leisure, as through unearned wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisured",1,1,2 ], "unhurried or relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisurely",1,1,1 ], "unhurried; relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leisurely",1,2,1 ], "without haste; in a relaxed way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leitmotiv",1,1,1 ], "a recurring short melodic phrase or theme used, esp| in Wagnerian music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leitmotiv",1,1,1 ], "dramas, to suggest a character, thing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leitmotiv",1,1,2 ], "an often repeated word, phrase, image, or theme in a literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lek",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Albania, divided into 100 qintars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lekker",1,1,1 ], "pleasing, enjoyable, or likeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leman",1,1,1 ], "a beloved; sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leman",1,1,2 ], "a lover or mistress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemma",1,1,1 ], "a subsidiary proposition, assumed to be valid, that is used in the proof of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemma",1,1,1 ], "another proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemma",1,1,2 ], "an argument or theme, esp| when used as the subject or title of a composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemma",2,1,1 ], "the outer of two bracts surrounding each floret of a grass inflorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemming",1,1,1 ], "any of various volelike rodents of the genus Lemmus and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemming",1,1,1 ], "northern and arctic regions of Europe, Asia, and North America: family Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemniscate" ,1, 1, 1],"Equation: (x#5%2,,y#5%2)'2 = a ,2",2). c_DEF([ "lemniscate" ,1, 1, 1],"a closed plane curve consisting of two symmetrical loops meeting at a node|",1). c_DEF([ "lemniscus",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for fillet ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon balm",1,1,1 ], "the full name of balm ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon cheese",1,1,1 ], "a soft paste made from lemons, sugar, eggs, and butter, used as a spread or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon cheese",1,1,1 ], "filling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemon drop",1,1,1 ], "a lemon-flavoured boiled sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon geranium",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated geraniaceous plant, Pelargonium limoneum, with lemon-scented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon geranium",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemon grass",1,1,1 ], "a perennial grass, Cymbopogon citratus, with a large flower spike: grown in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon grass",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions as the source of an aromatic oil (lemon grass oil)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemon sole",1,1,1 ], "a European flatfish, Microstomus kitt, with a variegated brown body: highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon sole",1,1,1 ], "valued as a food fish: family Pleuronectidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemon squash",1,1,1 ], "a drink made from a sweetened lemon concentrate and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon squeezer",1,1,1 ], "any of various devices for extracting the juice from citrus fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon verbena",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American verbenaceous shrub, Lippia citriodora, with slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon verbena",1,1,1 ], "lemon-scented leaves yielding an oil used in perfumery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1 ], "a small Asian evergreen tree, Citrus limon, widely cultivated in warm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1 ], "citric, citrine, citrous" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions, having pale green glossy leaves and edible fruits| Related adjs|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1,1 ], "C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1,1 ], "a greenish-yellow or strong yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1,1 ], "the yellow oval fruit of this tree, having juicy acidic flesh rich in vitamin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,2 ], "a distinctive tart flavour made from or in imitation of the lemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemon",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing considered to be useless or defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemonade",1,1,1 ], "a drink made from lemon juice, sugar, and water or from carbonated water," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemonade",1,1,1 ], "citric acid, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemony",1,1,1 ], "having or resembling the taste or colour of a lemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemony",1,1,2 ], "angry or irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lempira",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Honduras, divided into 100 centavos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemur",1,1,1 ], "(the ring-tailed lemur)| They are typically arboreal, having foxy faces and long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemur",1,1,1 ], "any Madagascan prosimian primate of the family Lemuridae, such as Lemur catta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemur",1,1,1 ], "tails" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lemur",1,1,2 ], "any similar or closely related animal, such as a loris or indris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemures",1,1,1 ], "the spirits of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemuroid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the superfamily Lemuroidea, which includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemuroid",1,1,1 ], "the lemurs and indrises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lemuroid",1,1,2 ], "resembling or closely related to a lemur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lemuroid",1,2,1 ], "an animal that resembles or is closely related to a lemur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 1, 1],"an equivalent",2). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 1, 1],"to permit the use of (something) with the expectation of return of the same or",1). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 1, 2],"to provide (money) temporarily, often at interest",1). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 2, 1],"to provide loans, esp| as a profession",1). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 3, 1],"to impart or contribute (something, esp| some abstract quality)",1). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 4, 1],"to provide, esp| in order to assist or support",1). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 4, 2],"lend an ear| to listen",1). c_DEF([ "lend" ,1, 4, 3],"lend oneself or itself| to possess the right characteristics or qualities for",1). c_DEF([ "lend-lease",1,1,1 ], "(during World War II) the system organized by the U|S| in 1941 by which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lend-lease",1,1,1 ], "equipment and services were provided for those countries fighting Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lending library",1,1,1 ], "library providing books for use outside the building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lending library",1,1,1 ], "the department of a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lending library",1,1,2 ], "a small commercial library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,1 ], "the linear extent or measurement of something from end to end, usually being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,1 ], "the longest dimension or, for something fixed, the longest horizontal dimension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,10 ], "the metrical quantity or temporal duration of a vowel or syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,11 ], "the distance from one end of a rectangular swimming bath to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,12 ], "beat is of greater length than ($I) in English bit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,12 ], "from another vowel of similar articulatory characteristics| Thus (i$:) in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,12 ], "the quality of a vowel, whether stressed or unstressed, that distinguishes it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,13 ], "the distance from the batsman at which the ball pitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,14 ], "a holding of four or more cards in a suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,15 ], "at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,15,1 ], "in depth; fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,15,2 ], "eventually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,2 ], "regular units or intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,2 ], "the extent of something from beginning to end, measured in some more or less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,3 ], "a specified distance, esp| between two positions or locations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,4 ], "a period of time, as between specified limits or moments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,5 ], "dimension, often used as a unit of measurement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,5 ], "something of a specified, average, or known size or extent measured in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,6 ], "a piece or section of something narrow and long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,7 ], "the quality, state, or fact of being long rather than short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,8 ], "phrase to great lengths)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,8 ], "the amount of trouble taken in pursuing or achieving something (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,9 ], "lengthwould someone go, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "length",1,1,9 ], "the extreme or limit of action (in phrases such as to any length, to what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lengthen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become longer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lengthman",1,1,1 ], "a a person whose job it is to maintain a particular length of road or railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lengthman",1,1,1 ], "line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lengthways",1,2,1 ], "in, according to, or along the direction of length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lengthy",1,1,1 ], "lengthier, lengthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lengthy",1,1,2 ], "of relatively great or tiresome extent or duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenient",1,1,1 ], "showing or characterized by mercy or tolerance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenient",1,1,2 ], "caressing or soothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenis" ,1, 1, 1],"(of a consonant) articulated with weak muscular tension",1). c_DEF([ "lenis" ,1, 2, 1],"lenes ",1). c_DEF([ "lenis" ,1, 2, 2],"a consonant, such as English b or v, pronounced with weak muscular",1). c_DEF([ "lenis" ,1, 2, 2],"force",2). c_DEF([ "lenitive",1,1,1 ], "soothing or alleviating pain or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenitive",1,2,1 ], "a lenitive drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being lenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leno",1,1,1 ], "(in textiles) a weave in which the warp yarns are twisted together in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leno",1,1,1 ], "between the weft or filling yarns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leno",1,1,2 ], "a fabric of this weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lens",1,1,1 ], "a piece of glass or other transparent material, used to converge or diverge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lens",1,1,1 ], "transmitted light and form optical images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lens",1,1,2 ], "a combination of such lenses for forming images or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lens",1,1,2 ], "concentrating a beam of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lens",1,1,3 ], "a device that diverges or converges a beam of electromagnetic radiation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lens",1,1,3 ], "sound, or particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lent lily",1,1,1 ], "another name for the daffodil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lent",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of lend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lentamente",1,1,1 ], "to be played slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenten",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Lent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenten",1,1,2 ], "spare, plain, or meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenten",1,1,3 ], "cold, austere, or sombre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lentic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or inhabiting still water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenticel",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous pores in the stem of a woody plant allowing exchange of gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenticel",1,1,1 ], "between the plant and the exterior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lenticular",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a biconvex lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenticular",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with a lens or lenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lenticular",1,1,3 ], "shaped like a lentil seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lentigo",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for a freckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lentil",1,1,1 ], "a small annual leguminous plant, Lens culinaris, of the Mediterranean region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lentil",1,1,1 ], "and W Asia, having edible brownish convex seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lentil",1,1,2 ], "any of the seeds of this plant, which are cooked and eaten as a vegetable, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lentil",1,1,2 ], "soups, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lentissimo",1,2,1 ], "to be played very slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lento" ,1, 2, 1],"to be performed slowly",1). c_DEF([ "lento" ,1, 3, 1],"tos",1). c_DEF([ "lento" ,1, 3, 2],"a movement or passage performed in this way",1). c_DEF([ "leone",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Sierra Leone, divided into 100 cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leonine",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or resembling a lion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard lily",1,1,1 ], "a North American lily plant, Lilium pardalinum, cultivated for its large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard lily",1,1,1 ], "orange-red flowers, with brown-spotted petals and long stamens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leopard moth",1,1,1 ], "a nocturnal European moth, Zeuzera pyrina, having white wings and body, both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard moth",1,1,1 ], "marked with black spots: family Cossidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leopard",1,1,1 ], "a large feline mammal, Panthera pardus, of forests of Africa and Asia, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard",1,1,1 ], "having a tawny yellow coat with black rosette-like spots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leopard",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar felines, such as the snow leopard and cheetah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard",1,1,3 ], "clouded leopard| a feline, Neofelis nebulosa, of SE Asia and Indonesia with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard",1,1,3 ], "yellowish-brown coat marked with darker spots and blotches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leopard",1,1,4 ], "a stylized leopard, painted as a lion with the face turned towards the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard",1,1,5 ], "the pelt of a leopard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard's-bane",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian perennial plants of the genus Doronicum, esp| D|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leopard's-bane",1,1,1 ], "plantagineum, having clusters of yellow flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leotard",1,1,1 ], "a tight-fitting garment covering the body from the shoulders down to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leotard",1,1,1 ], "thighs and worn by acrobats, ballet dancers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leper",1,1,1 ], "a person who has leprosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leper",1,1,2 ], "a person who is ignored or despised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepido-",1,1,1 ], "scale or scaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepidolite",1,1,1 ], "a lilac, pink, or greyish mica consisting of a hydrous silicate of lithium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepidolite",1,1,1 ], "lithium and rubidium| Formula: K2Li3Al4Si7O21(OH,F)3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lepidolite",1,1,1 ], "potassium, aluminium, and fluorine, containing rubidium as an impurity: a source of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lepidopteran" ,1, 1, 1],"idopteron|",1). c_DEF([ "lepidopteran" ,1, 1, 2],"any of numerous insects of the order Lepidoptera, typically having two pairs",1). c_DEF([ "lepidopteran" ,1, 1, 2],"of wings covered with fragile scales, mouthparts specialized as a suctorial",2). c_DEF([ "lepidopteran" ,1, 1, 2],"proboscis, and caterpillars as larvae: comprises the butterflies and moths",3). c_DEF([ "lepidopteran" ,1, 2, 1],"also lepidopterous",1). c_DEF([ "lepidopteran" ,1, 2, 2],"of, relating to, or belonging to the order Lepidoptera",1). c_DEF([ "lepidopterist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies or collects moths and butterflies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepidosiren",1,1,1 ], "a South American lungfish, Lepidosiren paradoxa, having an eel-shaped body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepidosiren",1,1,1 ], "whiplike paired fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lepidote",1,1,1 ], "covered with scaly leaves or spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leporid",1,1,1 ], "having long ears and limbs and a short tail: includes rabbits and hares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leporid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Leporidae, a family of lagomorph mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leporid",1,2,1 ], "any animal belonging to the family Leporidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leporine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a hare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leprechaun",1,1,1 ], "(in Irish folklore) a mischievous elf, often believed to have a treasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leprechaun",1,1,1 ], "hoard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leprosarium",1,1,1 ], "a hospital or other centre for the treatment or care of lepers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leprose",1,1,1 ], "having or denoting a whitish scurfy surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leprosy",1,1,1 ], "a chronic infectious disease occurring mainly in tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leprosy",1,1,1 ], "called: Hansen's disease" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "leprosy",1,1,1 ], "disfigurement and wasting of affected parts, caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium leprae|Also" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leprosy",1,1,1 ], "regions, characterized by the formation of painful inflamed nodules beneath the skin and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leprous",1,1,1 ], "having leprosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leprous",1,1,2 ], "relating to or resembling leprosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leprous",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for leprose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepto-",1,1,1 ], "fine, slender, or slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leptocephalus",1,1,1 ], "the slender transparent oceanic larva of eels of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leptocephalus",1,1,2 ], "Anguilla that migrates from its hatching ground near the West Indies to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leptocephalus",1,1,2 ], "European freshwater habitats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lepton number",1,1,1 ], "a quantum number describing the behaviour of elementary particles, equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepton number",1,1,1 ], "conserved in all processes| Symbol: l" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lepton number",1,1,1 ], "the number of leptons present minus the number of antileptons| It is thought to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lepton",1,1,1 ], "a Greek monetary unit worth one hundredth of a drachma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepton",1,1,2 ], "a small coin of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepton",2,1,1 ], "any of a group of elementary particles and their antiparticles, such as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lepton",2,1,1 ], "electron, muon, or neutrino, that participate in weak interactions and have a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lepton",2,1,1 ], "half-integral spin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leptophyllous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having long slender leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leptorrhine",1,1,1 ], "another word for catarrhine ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leptosome",1,1,1 ], "a person with a small bodily frame and a slender physique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leptospirosis",1,1,1 ], "Leptospira, transmitted to man by animals and characterized by jaundice, meningitis, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leptospirosis",1,1,1 ], "any of several infectious diseases caused by spirochaete bacteria of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leptospirosis",1,1,1 ], "kidney failure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leptotene",1,1,1 ], "becomes resolved into slender single-stranded chromosomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leptotene",1,1,1 ], "the first stage of the prophase of meiosis during which the nuclear material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lequear",1,1,1 ], "another name for lacunar ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesbian",1,1,1 ], "a female homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesbian",1,2,1 ], "of or characteristic of lesbians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lese-majesty",1,1,1 ], "any of various offences committed against the sovereign power in a state;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lese-majesty",1,1,1 ], "treason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lese-majesty",1,1,2 ], "an attack on authority or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesion",1,1,1 ], "any structural change in a bodily part resulting from injury or disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesion",1,1,2 ], "an injury or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,1,1,1 ], "the comparative of little ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,1,1,2 ], "she has less than she needs; the less you eat, the less you want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by no) lower in rank or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,1,3 ], "at the preceding statement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,1,3 ], "no less| Informal| used to indicate surprise or admiration, often sarcastic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,1,4 ], "less of| to a smaller extent or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,2,1 ], "less beautiful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,2,1 ], "the comparative of a little: she walks less than she should; less quickly;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,2,2 ], "much or still less| used to reinforce a negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,2,3 ], "think less of| to have a lower opinion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "less",1,3,1 ], "subtracting; minus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lessee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a lease is granted; a tenant under a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lessen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lessen",1,2,1 ], "to make little of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesser celandine",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian ranunculaceous plant, Ranunculus ficaria, having yellow flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesser celandine",1,1,1 ], "heart-shaped leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lesser",1,1,1 ], "not as great in quantity, size, or worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,1,1,1 ], "a unit, or single period of instruction in a subject; class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,1,1,2 ], "the content of such a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,1,2 ], "material assigned for individual study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,1,3 ], "something from which useful knowledge or principles can be learned; example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,1,4 ], "the principles, knowledge, etc|, gained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,1,5 ], "a reprimand or punishment intended to correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,1,6 ], "a portion of Scripture appointed to be read at divine service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lesson",1,2,1 ], "to censure or punish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lessor",1,1,1 ], "a person who grants a lease of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lest",1,1,1 ], "so as to prevent any possibility that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lest",1,1,2 ], "for fear that; in case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let down" ,1, 1, 1],"to lower",1). c_DEF([ "let down" ,1, 1, 2],"to fail to fulfil the expectations of (a person); disappoint",1). c_DEF([ "let down" ,1, 1, 3],"etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "let down" ,1, 1, 3],"to undo, shorten, and resew (the hem) so as to lengthen (a dress, skirt,",1). c_DEF([ "let down" ,1, 1, 4],"to untie (long hair that is bound up) and allow to fall loose",1). c_DEF([ "let down" ,1, 1, 5],"to deflate",1). c_DEF([ "let in",1,1,1 ], "to allow to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let in",1,1,2 ], "expected)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "let in",1,1,2 ], "let in for| to involve (oneself or another) in (something more than is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let in",1,1,3 ], "let in on| to allow (someone) to know about or participate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let into",1,1,1 ], "to allow to enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let into",1,1,2 ], "to put into the surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let into",1,1,3 ], "to allow (someone) to share (a secret)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,1 ], "to allow to disembark or leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,10 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,2 ], "to explode or fire (a bomb, gun, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,3 ], "to excuse from (work or other responsibilities)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,4 ], "to allow to get away without the expected punishment, work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,5 ], "to let (accommodation) in portions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,6 ], "to release (liquid, air, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,7 ], "let off steam| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,7,1 ], "to give vent to pent-up emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,7,2 ], "to use up excess energy, as by hard exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,8 ], "let off with| to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let off",1,1,9 ], "(a light punishment) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let on",1,1,1 ], "to allow (something, such as a secret) to be known; reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let on",1,2,1 ], "to pretend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 1, 1],"to give vent to; emit",1). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 1, 2],"to allow to go or run free; release",1). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 1, 3],"to reveal (a secret)",1). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 1, 4],"to make available to tenants, hirers, or contractors",1). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 1, 5],"to permit to flow out",1). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 1, 6],"outer edge",2). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 1, 6],"to make (a garment) larger, as by unpicking (the seams) and sewing nearer the",1). c_DEF([ "let out" ,1, 2, 2],"a chance to escape",1). c_DEF([ "let up" ,1, 1, 1],"to diminish, slacken, or stop",1). c_DEF([ "let up" ,1, 1, 3],"to be less harsh (towards someone)",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a warning or threat",2). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"to allow the occupation of (accommodation) in return for rent",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"used as an auxiliary to express a request, proposal, or command, or to convey",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"(in mathematical or philosophical discourse) used as an auxiliary to express",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"an assumption or hypothesis",2). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"to assign (a contract for work)",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2, 3],"used as an auxiliary to express resigned acceptance of the inevitable",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2],"allow",2). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 2],"usually takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) to permit;",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 3],"to allow or cause the movement of (something) in a specified direction",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 4],"let alone| much less; not to mention",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 5],"let alone or be| to leave (something) undisturbed or unchanged",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 6],"let go",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 7],"let loose",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,1, 1, 8],"to set free",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,2, 1, 1, 1],"replayed",2). c_DEF([ "let" ,2, 1, 1, 2],"the point so replayed",1). c_DEF([ "let" ,2, 2, 2],"to hinder; impede",1). c_DEF([ "let's",1,1,1 ], "contraction of let us" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letch",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of lech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lethal dose",1,1,1 ], "the amount of a drug or other agent that if administered to an animal or human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lethal dose",1,1,1 ], "will prove fatal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lethal",1,1,1 ], "able to cause or causing death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lethal",1,1,2 ], "of or suggestive of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lethargy",1,1,1 ], "sluggishness, slowness, or dullness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lethargy",1,1,2 ], "an abnormal lack of energy, esp| as the result of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter bomb",1,1,1 ], "a thin explosive device inside an envelope, detonated when the envelope is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter bomb",1,1,1 ], "opened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter box",1,1,1,1 ], "a private box into which letters, etc|, are delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter box",1,1,1,2 ], "a public box into which letters, etc|, are put for collection and delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter card",1,1,1 ], "a card, usually one on which the postage is prepaid, that is sealed by being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter card",1,1,1 ], "folded in half so that its gummed edges come into contact with each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter of advice",1,1,1 ], "a commercial letter giving a specific notification, such as the consignment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter of advice",1,1,1 ], "goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter of credit",1,1,1 ], "a letter issued by a bank entitling the bearer to draw funds up to a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter of credit",1,1,1 ], "maximum from that bank or its agencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter of credit",1,1,2 ], "a letter addressed by a bank instructing the addressee to allow the person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter of credit",1,1,2 ], "named to draw a specified sum on the credit of the addressor bank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter of introduction",1,1,1 ], "a letter given by one person to another, introducing him formally to a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter of introduction",1,1,1 ], "or organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter of marque",1,1,1 ], "a licence granted by a state to a private citizen to arm a ship and seize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter of marque",1,1,1 ], "merchant vessels of another nation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter of marque",1,1,2 ], "a similar licence issued by a nation allowing a private citizen to seize goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter of marque",1,1,2 ], "or citizens of another nation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 1],"any of a set of conventional symbols used in writing or printing a language,",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 1],"character of the alphabet",3). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 1],"each symbol being associated with a group of phonetic values in the language;",2). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 2],"a written or printed communication addressed to a person, company, etc|,",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 2],"usually sent by post in an envelope",2). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 3],"(often preceded by the) the strict legalistic or pedantic interpretation of",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 3],"intention (esp| in the phrase the letter of the law)",3). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 3],"the meaning of an agreement, document, etc|; exact wording as distinct from actual",2). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 4],"a style of typeface",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"following the literal interpretation or wording exactly",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"attending to every detail",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 1, 5],"to the letter",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 2, 1],"to write or mark letters on (a sign, etc|), esp| by hand",1). c_DEF([ "letter" ,1, 2, 2],"to set down or print using letters|~",1). c_DEF([ "letter-high",1,1,1 ], "another term for type-high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letter-perfect",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| in the U|S|) for word-perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lettered",1,1,1 ], "well educated in literature, the arts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lettered",1,1,2 ], "literate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lettered",1,1,3 ], "of or characterized by learning or culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lettered",1,1,4 ], "printed or marked with letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letterhead",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of paper printed with one's address, name, etc|, for writing a letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letterhead",1,1,1 ], "on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lettering",1,1,1 ], "the act, art, or technique of inscribing letters on to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lettering",1,1,2 ], "the letters so inscribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letterpress",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of printing in which ink is transferred from raised surfaces to paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letterpress",1,1,1,1 ], "by pressure; relief printing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "letterpress",1,1,1,2 ], "matter so printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letterpress",1,1,2 ], "text matter as distinct from illustrations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letters",1,1,1 ], "literary knowledge, ability, or learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letters",1,1,2 ], "literary culture in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letters",1,1,3 ], "an official title, degree, etc|, indicated by an abbreviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letterset",1,1,1 ], "a method of rotary printing in which ink is transferred from raised surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "letterset",1,1,1 ], "to paper via a rubber-covered cylinder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leu",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Rumania, divided into 100 bani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (CH\3)2CHCH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline amino acid found in many proteins and essential to man|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucite",1,1,1 ], "a grey or white mineral consisting of potassium aluminium silicate: a source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucite",1,1,1 ], "of potash for fertilizers and of aluminium| Formula: KAlSi2O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leuco base",1,1,1 ], "a colourless compound formed by reducing a dye so that the original dye can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leuco base",1,1,1 ], "regenerated by oxidation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leuco-",1,1,1 ], "white or lacking colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucocratic",1,1,1 ], "(of igneous rocks) light-coloured because of a low content of ferromagnesian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucocratic",1,1,1 ], "minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucocyte",1,1,1 ], "any of the various large unpigmented cells in the blood of vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucocyte",1,1,2 ], "corpuscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucocytosis",1,1,1 ], "a gross increase in the number of white blood cells in the blood, usually as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucocytosis",1,1,1 ], "response to an infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucoderma",1,1,1 ], "absence or loss of melanin pigmentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucoderma",1,1,1 ], "any area of skin that is white from congenital (see albinism) or acquired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucoma",1,1,1 ], "a white opaque scar of the cornea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucomaine",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of toxic amines produced during animal metabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucopenia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal reduction in the number of white blood cells in the blood," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucopenia",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of certain diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucoplast",1,1,1 ], "and used for storing food material, esp| starch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucoplast",1,1,1 ], "any of the small colourless bodies occurring in the cytoplasm of plant cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucopoiesis",1,1,1 ], "formation of leucocytes in the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellowish discharge of mucous material from the vagina, often an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leucorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "indication of infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucotomy",1,1,1 ], "for treating intractable mental disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leucotomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical operation of cutting some of the nerve fibres within the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leukaemia",1,1,1 ], "an acute or chronic disease characterized by a gross proliferation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leukaemia",1,1,1 ], "blood-forming apparatus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "leukaemia",1,1,1 ], "leucocytes, which crowd into the bone marrow, spleen, lymph nodes, etc|, and suppress the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "leuko-",1,1,1 ], "variant of leuco-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lev",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Bulgaria, divided into 100 stotinki" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levant",1,1,1 ], "a type of leather made from the skins of goats, sheep, or seals, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levant",1,1,1 ], "pattern of irregular creases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "levant",2,1,1 ], "to bolt or abscond, esp| to avoid paying debts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levanter",1,1,1 ], "an easterly wind in the W Mediterranean area, esp| in the late summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levanter",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of the Levant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levanter",2,1,1 ], "a person who bolts or absconds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levantine",1,1,1 ], "a cloth of twilled silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levator",1,1,1 ], "any of various muscles that raise a part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levator",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for elevating a part or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levee",1,1,1 ], "an embankment alongside a river constructed to prevent flooding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levee",1,1,2 ], "an embankment that surrounds a field that is to be irrigated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levee",1,1,3 ], "a landing place on a river; quay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levee",2,1,1 ], "a formal reception held by a sovereign just after rising from bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levee",2,1,2 ], "(in Britain) a public court reception for men, held in the early afternoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level crossing",1,1,1 ], "a point at which a railway and a road cross, esp| one with barriers that close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level crossing",1,1,1 ], "the road when a train is scheduled to pass| U|S| name: grade crossing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level pegging",1,1,1 ], "equality between two contestants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level pegging",1,2,1 ], "(of two contestants) equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,1 ], "on a horizontal plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,2 ], "having a surface of completely equal height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,3 ], "being of the same height as something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,4 ], "(of quantities to be measured, as in recipes) even with the top of the cup," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,4 ], "spoon, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,5 ], "equal to or even with (something or someone else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,6 ], "not having or showing inconsistency or irregularities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,7 ], "even-tempered; steady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,1,8 ], "one's level best| the best one can do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,1 ], "(tr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,10 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,11 ], "after a dive, climb, or glide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,11 ], "foll| by off or out) to manoeuvre an aircraft into a horizontal flight path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,12 ], "(often foll| by at) to aim (a weapon) horizontally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,13 ], "levelling instrument to a staff at successive pairs or points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,13 ], "to determine the elevation of a section of (land), sighting through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,2 ], "sometimes foll| by off) to make (a surface) horizontal, level, or even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,3 ], "to make (two or more people or things) equal, as in position or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,4 ], "(tr|) to raze to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,5 ], "(tr|) to knock (a person) down by or as if by a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,6 ], "(tr|) to direct (a gaze, criticism, etc|) emphatically at someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,7 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,8 ], "often foll| by with) Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,2,9 ], "to be straightforward and frank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,1 ], "a horizontal datum line or plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,10 ], "a horizontal passage or drift in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,11 ], "any of the successive layers of material that have been deposited with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,11 ], "passage of time to build up and raise the height of the land surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,12 ], "the ratio of the magnitude of a physical quantity to an arbitrary magnitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,13 ], "do one's level best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,14 ], "to try very hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,15 ], "find one's level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,16 ], "to find one's most suitable place socially, professionally, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,17 ], "on a level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,18 ], "on the same horizontal plane as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,19 ], "on the level| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,2 ], "a device, such as a spirit level, for determining whether a surface is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,2 ], "horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,20 ], "sincere or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,3 ], "a surveying instrument consisting basically of a telescope with a spirit level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,3 ], "attached, used for measuring relative heights of land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,4 ], "a reading of the difference in elevation of two points taken with such an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,4 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,5 ], "position or status in a scale of values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,6 ], "amount or degree of progress; stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,7 ], "a specified vertical position; altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,8 ], "a horizontal line or plane with respect to which measurement of elevation is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,8 ], "based" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "level",1,3,9 ], "a flat even surface or area of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "level-headed",1,1,1 ], "even-tempered, balanced, and reliable; steady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leveller",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that levels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leveller",1,1,2 ], "a person who works for the abolition of inequalities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levelling screw",1,1,1 ], "a screw, often one of three, for adjusting the level of an apparatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lever",1,1,1 ], "a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum, used to transfer a force to a load and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lever",1,1,1 ], "usually to provide a mechanical advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lever",1,1,2 ], "any of a number of mechanical devices employing this principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lever",1,1,3 ], "a means of exerting pressure in order to accomplish something; strategic aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lever",1,2,1 ], "to prise or move (an object) with a lever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leverage",1,1,1 ], "the action of a lever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leverage",1,1,2 ], "the mechanical advantage gained by employing a lever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leverage",1,1,3 ], "power to accomplish something; strategic advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leveret",1,1,1 ], "a young hare, esp| one less than one year old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leviable",1,1,1 ], "(of taxes, etc|) liable to be levied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leviable",1,1,2 ], "(of goods, etc|) liable to bear a levy; taxable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leviathan",1,1,1 ], "a monstrous beast, esp| a sea monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "leviathan",1,1,2 ], "any huge or powerful thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levigate",1,2,1 ], "to grind into a fine powder or a smooth paste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levigate",1,2,2 ], "to form or cause to form a homogeneous mixture, as in the production of gels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levigate",1,3,1 ], "separating fine from coarse particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "levigate",1,3,1 ], "to suspend (fine particles) by grinding in a liquid, esp| as a method of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levigate",1,4,1 ], "having a smooth polished surface; glabrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levin",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levirate",1,1,1 ], "brother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "levirate",1,1,1 ], "the practice, required by Old Testament law, of marrying the widow of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levitate",1,1,1 ], "supernatural intervention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "levitate",1,1,1 ], "to rise or cause to rise and float in the air, usually attributed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levitate",1,2,1 ], "to support (a patient) on a cushion of air in the treatment of severe burns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levity",1,1,1 ], "inappropriate lack of seriousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levity",1,1,2 ], "fickleness or instability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levity",1,1,3 ], "lightness in weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levo-",1,1,1 ], "U|S| variant of laevo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levy en masse",1,1,1 ], "impending invasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "levy en masse",1,1,1 ], "the conscription of the civilian population in large numbers in the face of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 1, 1],"(tr|) to impose and collect (a tax, tariff, fine, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 1, 2],"to conscript troops for service",1). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 1, 3],"to seize or attach (property) in accordance with the judgment of a court",1). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 2, 1],"levies",1). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 2, 3, 2],"the money so raised",1). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 2, 3],"the act of imposing and collecting a tax, tariff, etc",1). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 2, 5, 2],"a person conscripted in this way",1). c_DEF([ "levy" ,1, 2, 5],"the conscription of troops for service",1). c_DEF([ "lewd",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or intended to excite crude sexual desire; obscene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lewd",1,1,1,1 ], "wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lewd",1,1,1,2 ], "ignorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lewis",1,1,1 ], "a lifting device for heavy stone blocks consisting of a number of pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lewis",1,1,1 ], "metal fitting into a dovetailed recess cut into the stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lewisite",1,1,1 ], "1-chloro-2-dichloroarsinoethene| Formula: ClCHCHA5Cl2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lewisite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily poisonous liquid with an odour resembling that of geraniums," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lewisite",1,1,1 ], "having a powerful dessicant action and used as a war gas;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lex loci",1,1,1 ], "the law of the place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lex non scripta",1,1,1 ], "the unwritten law; common law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lex scripta",1,1,1 ], "the written law; statute law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lex talionis",1,1,1 ], "the law of revenge or retaliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lex",1,1,1 ], "a system or body of laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lex",1,1,2 ], "a particular specified law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexeme",1,1,1 ], "a minimal unit, such as a word or stem, in the vocabulary of a language, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexeme",1,1,1 ], "opposed to a basic grammatical unit (morpheme) or a basic semantic unit (sememe)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lexical insertion",1,1,1 ], "semantic material or for place-fillers in the course of a derivation of a sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lexical insertion",1,1,1 ], "the process in which actual morphemes of a language are substituted either for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexical meaning",1,1,1 ], "concepts, without reference to any sentence in which the word may occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lexical meaning",1,1,1 ], "the meaning of a word in relation to the physical world or to abstract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to items of vocabulary in a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a lexicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicography",1,1,1 ], "the process or profession of writing or compiling dictionaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicog|",1,1,1 ], "lexicographical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicog|",1,1,2 ], "lexicography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicology",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lexicology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the overall structure and history of the vocabulary of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicon",1,1,1 ], "a dictionary, esp| one of an ancient language such as Greek or Hebrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicon",1,1,2 ], "a list of terms relating to a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicon",1,1,3 ], "the set of all the morphemes of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicostatistics",1,1,1 ], "the statistical study of the vocabulary of a language, with special attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexicostatistics",1,1,1 ], "to the historical links with other languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lexigraphy",1,1,1 ], "a system of writing in which each word is represented by a sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lexis",1,1,1 ], "lexical meaning or grammatical function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lexis",1,1,1 ], "the totality of vocabulary items in a language, including all forms having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lex|",1,1,1 ], "lexicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ley",1,1,1 ], "a line joining two prominent points in the landscape, thought to be the line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ley",1,1,1 ], "of a prehistoric track" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lgth|",1,1,1 ], "length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lg|",1,1,1 ], "large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "li",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese unit of length, approximately equal to 590 yards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liabilities",1,1,1 ], "business obligations incurred but not discharged and entered as claims on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liabilities",1,1,1 ], "credit side of the balance sheet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liability",1,1,1 ], "the state of being liable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liability",1,1,2 ], "a financial obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liability",1,1,3 ], "a hindrance or disadvantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liability",1,1,4 ], "likelihood or probability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liable" ,1, 1, 1],"The use of liable in the sense of likely is avoided",1). c_DEF([ "liable" ,1, 1, 1],"legally obliged or responsible; answerable",1). c_DEF([ "liable" ,1, 1, 2],"susceptible or exposed; subject",1). c_DEF([ "liable" ,1, 1, 3],"probable, likely, or capable",1). c_DEF([ "liaise",1,1,1 ], "to communicate and maintain contact (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,1 ], "communication and contact between groups or units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,2 ], "a secretive or adulterous sexual relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,3 ], "the relationship between military units necessary to ensure unity of purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,4 ], "(in the phonology of several languages, esp| French) the pronunciation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,4 ], "commencing with a vowel, in such a way that the consonant is taken over as the initial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,4 ], "give ils ont (i$:l!z?~@$)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,4 ], "normally silent consonant at the end of a word immediately before another word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,4 ], "sound of the following word| Liaison is seen between French ils (i$:l) and ont , to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,5 ], "any thickening for soups, sauces, etc|, such as egg yolks or cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liaison",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to liaison between groups or units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liana",1,1,1 ], "any of various woody climbing plants of tropical forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liar",1,1,1 ], "a person who has lied or lies repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liard",1,1,1 ], "a former small coin of various European countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lib",1,1,1 ], "emancipation or social equality of particular groups, such as women's lib and gay lib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lib",1,1,1 ], "short for liberation: used in the names of movements agitating for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libation",1,1,1,1 ], "the pouring out of wine, etc|, in honour of a deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libation",1,1,1,2 ], "the liquid so poured out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libation",1,1,2 ], "an alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libeccio",1,1,1 ], "a strong westerly or southwesterly wind blowing onto the W coast of Corsica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,1,1,1 ], "printed statement, picture, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,1,1,1 ], "the publication of defamatory matter in permanent form, as by a written or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,1,1,2 ], "the act of publishing such matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,1,2 ], "any defamatory or unflattering representation or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,1,3 ], "a plaintiff's written statement of claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,3,1 ], "to make or publish a defamatory statement or representation about (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,3,2 ], "to misrepresent injuriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libel",1,3,3 ], "to bring an action against (a person) in the ecclesiastical courts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libellant",1,1,1 ], "a party who brings an action in the ecclesiastical courts by presenting a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libellant",1,1,1 ], "libel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "libellant",1,1,2 ], "a person who publishes a libel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libellee",1,1,1 ], "a person against whom a libel has been filed in an ecclesiastical court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liber",1,1,1 ], "a rare name for phloem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal arts",1,1,1 ], "shortened to arts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberal arts",1,1,1 ], "the fine arts, humanities, sociology, languages, and literature| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal studies",1,1,1 ], "a supplementary arts course for those specializing in scientific, technical," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal studies",1,1,1 ], "or professional studies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,1 ], "reform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having social and political views that favour progress and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,2 ], "relating to or having policies or views advocating individual freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,3 ], "giving and generous in temperament or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,4 ], "tolerant of other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,5 ], "abundant; lavish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,6 ], "not strict; free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,7 ], "and intellectual ability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to an education that aims to develop general cultural interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberal",1,2,1 ], "a person who has liberal ideas or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberalism",1,1,1 ], "liberal opinions, practices, or politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberalism",1,1,2 ], "a movement in modern Protestantism that rejects biblical authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberality",1,1,1 ], "generosity; bounty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberality",1,1,2 ], "the quality or condition of being liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberalize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberate",1,1,1 ], "to give liberty to; make free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberate",1,1,2 ], "reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberate",1,1,2 ], "to release (something, esp| a gas) from chemical combination during a chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberate",1,1,3 ], "to release from occupation or subjugation by a foreign power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libertarian",1,1,1 ], "a believer in freedom of thought, expression, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libertarian",1,1,2 ], "a believer in the doctrine of free will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libertarian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a libertarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberticide",1,1,1 ], "a destroyer of freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberticide",1,1,2 ], "the destruction of freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libertine",1,1,1 ], "a morally dissolute person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libertine",1,2,1 ], "morally dissolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty bodice",1,1,1 ], "a sleeveless vest-like undergarment made from thick cotton and covering the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty bodice",1,1,1 ], "upper part of the body, formerly worn esp| by young children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberty cap",1,1,1 ], "Revolution, from the practice in ancient Rome of giving a freed slave such a cap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberty cap",1,1,1 ], "a cap of soft felt worn as a symbol of liberty, esp| during the French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty hall",1,1,1 ], "a place or condition of complete liberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty horse",1,1,1 ], "(in a circus) a riderless horse that performs movements to verbal commands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty ship",1,1,1 ], "a supply ship of World War II" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,1 ], "or restriction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,1 ], "the power of choosing, thinking, and acting for oneself; freedom from control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,2 ], "the right or privilege of access to a particular place; freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,3 ], "a social action regarded as being familiar, forward, or improper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,4 ], "an action that is unauthorized or unwarranted in the circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,4,1 ], "authorized leave granted to a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,5 ], "at liberty| free, unoccupied, or unrestricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,6 ], "take liberties to be overfamiliar or overpresumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,7 ], "take the liberty to venture or presume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liberty",1,1,8 ], "(to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libidinous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by excessive sexual desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libidinous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the libido" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libido",1,1,1 ], "psychic energy emanating from the id" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libido",1,1,2 ], "sexual urge or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libra",1,1,1 ], "12 ounces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "libra",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman unit of weight corresponding to 1 pound, but equal to about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "librarian",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of a library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "librarianship",1,1,1 ], "called library science" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "librarianship",1,1,1 ], "the professional administration of library resources and services| Now often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library edition",1,1,1 ], "an edition of a book having a superior quality of paper, binding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library science",1,1,1 ], "skills, and information retrieval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "library science",1,1,1 ], "the study of the theory and practice of library administration, bibliographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library",1,1,1 ], "a room or set of rooms where books and other literary materials are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library",1,1,2 ], "a collection of literary materials, films, tapes, gramophone records, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library",1,1,2 ], "kept for reference or borrowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "library",1,1,3 ], "the building or institution that houses such a collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library",1,1,4 ], "a set of books published as a series, often in a similar format" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library",1,1,5 ], "a collection of standard programs and subroutines for immediate use, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "library",1,1,5 ], "stored on disk or some other storage device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "librate",1,1,1 ], "to oscillate or waver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "librate",1,1,2 ], "to hover or be balanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of oscillating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libration",1,1,2 ], "a real or apparent oscillation of the moon enabling approximately nine per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libration",1,1,2 ], "cent of the surface facing away from earth to be seen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "librettist",1,1,1 ], "the author of a libretto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libretto",1,1,1 ], "a text written for and set to music in an opera, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libriform",1,1,1 ], "(of a fibre of woody tissue) elongated and having a pitted thickened cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "libriform",1,1,1 ], "wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lib|",1,1,1 ], "liber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lib|",1,1,2 ], "librarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lib|",1,1,3 ], "library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lice",1,1,1 ], "the plural of louse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,1 ], "a certificate, tag, document, etc|, giving official permission to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,2 ], "formal permission or exemption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,3 ], "liberty of action or thought; freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,4 ], "certain effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,4 ], "intentional disregard of or deviation from conventional rules to achieve a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,5 ], "excessive freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licence",1,1,6 ], "licentiousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "license plate",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for numberplate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "license",1,1,1 ], "to grant or give a licence for (something, such as the sale of alcohol)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "license",1,1,2 ], "to give permission to or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licensee",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds a licence, esp| one to sell alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licentiate",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds a licence to practise a certain profession or teach a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licentiate",1,1,1 ], "certain skill or subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "licentiate",1,1,2 ], "a higher degree awarded by certain universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licentiate",1,1,3 ], "a person who holds this degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licentiate",1,1,4 ], "a person holding a licence to preach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licentious",1,1,1 ], "sexually unrestrained or promiscuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licentious",1,1,2 ], "showing disregard for convention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lich gate",1,1,1 ], "a roofed gate to a churchyard, formerly used during funerals as a temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lich gate",1,1,1 ], "shelter for the bier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lichee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of litchi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lichen",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the division Lichenes, which are formed by the symbiotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lichen",1,1,1 ], "association of a fungus and an alga and occur as crusty patches or bushy growths on tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lichen",1,1,1 ], "trunks, bare ground, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lichen",1,1,2 ], "any of various eruptive disorders of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lichenin",1,1,1 ], "a complex polysaccharide occurring in certain species of mosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lichenology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the structure, physiology, and ecology of lichens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lichi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of litchi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licit",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for lawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,1,1 ], "to pass the tongue over, esp| in order to taste or consume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,1,2 ], "to flicker or move lightly over or round (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,1,1 ], "to defeat or vanquish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,1,2 ], "to flog or thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,1,3 ], "to be or do much better than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,2 ], "lick into shape| to put into a satisfactory condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,3 ], "lick one's lips| to anticipate or recall something with pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,4 ], "lick one's wounds| to retire after a defeat or setback in order to husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,4 ], "one's resources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,2,5 ], "lick the boots of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,1 ], "an instance of passing the tongue over something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,2 ], "a small amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,3 ], "a block of compressed salt or chemical matter provided for domestic animals to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,3 ], "lick for medicinal purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,4 ], "a place to which animals go to lick exposed natural deposits of salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,5 ], "a hit; blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,6 ], "an informal word for speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lick",1,3,7 ], "a lick and a promise| something hastily done, esp| a hurried wash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lickerish",1,1,1 ], "lecherous or lustful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lickerish",1,1,2 ], "greedy; gluttonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lickerish",1,1,3 ], "appetizing or tempting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lickety-split",1,1,1 ], "very quickly; speedily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licking",1,1,1 ], "a beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licking",1,1,2 ], "a defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lickspittle",1,1,1 ], "a flattering or servile person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "licorice",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of liquorice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lictor",1,1,1 ], "attended magistrates, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lictor",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of ancient Roman officials, usually bearing fasces, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,1 ], "a cover, usually removable or hinged, for a receptacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,2 ], "short for eyelid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,3 ], "another name for operculum ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,4 ], "dip one's lid| Austral| informal| to raise one's hat as a greeting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,5 ], "flip one's lid| Slang| to become crazy or angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,6 ], "put the lid on| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,6,1 ], "Brit| to be the final blow to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,6,2 ], "to curb, prevent, or discourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,7 ], "about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lid",1,1,7 ], "take the lid off| Informal| to make startling or spectacular revelations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lidless",1,1,1 ], "having no lid or top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lidless",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) having no eyelids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lidless",1,1,3 ], "vigilant and watchful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lido",1,1,1 ], "a public place of recreation, including a pool for swimming or water sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lidocaine",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for lignocaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie detector",1,1,1 ], "a polygraph used esp| by a police interrogator to detect false or devious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie detector",1,1,1 ], "answers to questions, a sudden change in one or more involuntary physiological" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lie detector",1,1,1 ], "responses being considered a manifestation of guilt, fear, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lie down" ,1, 1, 1],"to place oneself or be in a prostrate position in order to rest or sleep",1). c_DEF([ "lie down" ,1, 1, 2],"take something lying down)",2). c_DEF([ "lie down" ,1, 1, 2],"to accept without protest or opposition (esp| in the phrases lie down under,",1). c_DEF([ "lie down" ,1, 2, 2],"a rest",1). c_DEF([ "lie in" ,1, 1, 1],"to remain in bed late in the morning",1). c_DEF([ "lie in" ,1, 1, 2],"to be confined in childbirth",1). c_DEF([ "lie to",1,1,1 ], "(of a vessel) to be hove to with little or no swinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie up",1,1,1 ], "to go into or stay in one's room or bed, as through illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie up",1,1,2 ], "to be out of commission or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",1,1,1 ], "to speak untruthfully with intent to mislead or deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",1,2,1 ], "to convey a false impression or practise deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",1,3,1 ], "an untrue or deceptive statement deliberately used to mislead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",1,3,2 ], "something that is deliberately intended to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",1,3,3 ], "give the lie to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",1,3,3,1 ], "to disprove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",1,3,3,2 ], "to accuse of lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,1 ], "(intr|)(often foll| by down)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,10 ], "(of an action, claim, appeal, etc|) to subsist; be maintainable or admissible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,11 ], "to stay temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,12 ], "lie low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,12,1 ], "to keep or be concealed or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,12,2 ], "to wait for a favourable opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,2 ], "to place oneself or be in a prostrate position, horizontal to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,3 ], "to be situated, esp| on a horizontal surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,4 ], "to be buried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,5 ], "to be and remain (in a particular state or condition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,6 ], "to stretch or extend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,7 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon) to rest or weigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,8 ], "(usually foll| by in) to exist or consist inherently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,9 ], "(foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,9,1 ], "to be or rest (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,1,9,2 ], "Archaic| to have sexual intercourse (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,2,1 ], "the manner, place, or style in which something is situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,2,2 ], "the hiding place or lair of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,2,2,1 ], "the position of the ball after a shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,2,2,2 ], "the angle made by the shaft of the club before the upswing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,2,3 ], "lie of the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,2,3,1 ], "the topography of the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lie",2,2,3,2 ], "the way in which a situation is developing or people are behaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lied",1,1,1 ], "any of various musical settings for solo voice and piano of a romantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lief",1,1,1 ], "gladly; willingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lief",1,2,1,1 ], "ready; glad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lief",1,2,1,2 ], "dear; beloved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liege",1,1,1 ], "(of a lord) owed feudal allegiance (esp| in the phrase liege lord)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liege",1,1,2 ], "(of a vassal or servant) owing feudal allegiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liege",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the relationship or bond between liege lord and liegeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liege",1,1,4 ], "faithful; loyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liege",1,2,1 ], "a liege lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liege",1,2,2 ], "a liegeman or true subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liegeman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the subject of a sovereign or feudal lord; vassal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liegeman",1,1,2 ], "a loyal follower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lien",1,1,1 ], "a right to retain possession of another's property pending discharge of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lien",1,1,1 ], "debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lienal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the spleen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lientery",1,1,1 ], "the passage of undigested food in the faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lierne",1,1,1 ], "a short secondary rib that connects the intersections of the primary ribs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lierne",1,1,1 ], "esp| as used in Gothic vaulting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieu",1,1,1 ], "stead; place (esp| in the phrases in lieu, in lieu of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant colonel",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank immediately junior to a colonel in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant colonel",1,1,1 ], "certain armies, air forces, and marine corps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant commander",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank in certain navies immediately junior to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant commander",1,1,1 ], "commander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant general",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank in certain armies, air forces, and marine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant general",1,1,1 ], "corps immediately junior to a general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant governor",1,1,1 ], "a deputy governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant governor",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) an elected official who acts as deputy to a state governor and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant governor",1,1,2 ], "succeeds him if he dies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant governor",1,1,3 ], "(in Canada) the representative of the Crown in a province: appointed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant governor",1,1,3 ], "federal government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "a military officer holding commissioned rank immediately junior to a captain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant",1,1,2 ], "a naval officer holding commissioned rank immediately junior to a lieutenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant",1,1,2 ], "commander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant",1,1,3 ], "an officer in a police or fire department ranking immediately junior to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant",1,1,3 ], "captain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lieutenant",1,1,4 ], "a person who holds an office in subordination to or in place of a superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life assurance",1,1,1 ], "a form of insurance providing for the payment of a specified sum to a named" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life assurance",1,1,1 ], "beneficiary on the death of the policyholder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life belt",1,1,1 ], "a ring filled with buoyant material or air, used to keep a person afloat when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life belt",1,1,1 ], "in danger of drowning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life buoy",1,1,1 ], "any of various kinds of buoyant devices for keeping people afloat in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life buoy",1,1,1 ], "emergency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life cycle",1,1,1 ], "stage and the identical stage in the next generation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life cycle",1,1,1 ], "the series of changes occurring in an animal or plant between one development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life estate",1,1,1 ], "property that may be held only for the extent of the holder's lifetime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life expectancy",1,1,1 ], "specified age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life expectancy",1,1,1 ], "the statistically determined average number of years of life remaining after a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life history",1,1,1 ], "egg and death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life history",1,1,1 ], "the series of changes undergone by an organism between fertilization of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life history",1,1,2 ], "the series of events that make up a person's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life instinct",1,1,1 ], "the instinct for reproduction and self-preservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life interest",1,1,1 ], "ceases with his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life interest",1,1,1 ], "interest (esp| from property) that is payable to a person during his life but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life jacket",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable sleeveless jacket worn to keep a person afloat when in danger of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life jacket",1,1,1 ], "drowning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life mask",1,1,1 ], "a cast taken from the face of a living person, usually using plaster of Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life peer",1,1,1 ], "a peer whose title lapses at his death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life preserver",1,1,1 ], "a club or bludgeon, esp| one kept for self-defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life preserver",1,1,2 ], "a life belt or life jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life raft",1,1,1 ], "a raft for emergency use at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life science",1,1,1 ], "any one of the branches of science concerned with the structure and behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life science",1,1,1 ], "biochemistry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "life science",1,1,1 ], "of living organisms, such as biology, botany, zoology, physiology, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life space",1,1,1 ], "a spatial representation of all the forces that control a person's behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life span",1,1,1 ], "expected to live or function under normal conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life span",1,1,1 ], "the period of time during which a human being, animal, machine, etc|, may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life style",1,1,1 ], "individual or group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life style",1,1,1 ], "the particular attitudes, beliefs, habits, or behaviour associated with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life table",1,1,1 ], "another name for mortality table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,1 ], "ability to reproduce and respond to stimuli" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,1 ], "ones and from inorganic matter, characterized chiefly by metabolism, growth, and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality that distinguishes living beings or organisms from dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,10 ], "all living things, taken as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,11 ], "sparkle, as of wines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,12 ], "strong or high flavour, as of fresh food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,13 ], "drawn or taken from a living model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,14 ], "another name for lifetime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,15 ], "(in certain games) one of a number of opportunities of participation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,16 ], "as large as life| Informal| real and living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,17 ], "larger than life| in an exaggerated form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,18 ], "come to life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,18,1 ], "to become animate or conscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,18,2 ], "to be realistically portrayed or represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,19 ], "for dear life| Informal| urgently or with extreme vigour or desperation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,2 ], "the period between birth and death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,20 ], "for the life of me though trying desperately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,21 ], "go for your life| Austral| informal| an expression of encouragement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,22 ], "a matter of life and death| a matter of extreme urgency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,23 ], "not on your life| Informal| certainly not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,24 ], "the life of Riley| Informal| an easy life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,25 ], "to the life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,26 ], "(of a copy or image) resembling the original exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,27 ], "to save life| Informal| in spite of all considerations or attempts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,28 ], "the time of one's life| a memorably enjoyable time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,29 ], "true to life| faithful to reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,3 ], "a living person or being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,4 ], "the time between birth and the present time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,4,1 ], "the remainder or extent of one's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,5 ], "the amount of time that something is active or functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,6 ], "a present condition, state, or mode of existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,6,1 ], "a biography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,6,1 ], "a characteristic state or mode of existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,7 ], "the sum or course of human events and activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,8 ], "liveliness or high spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life",1,1,9 ], "a source of strength, animation, or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life-saver",1,1,1 ], "the saver of a person's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life-saver",1,1,2 ], "another name for lifeguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life-saver",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that gives help in time of need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life-size",1,1,1 ], "representing actual size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life-support system",1,1,1 ], "all the equipment collectively required to sustain human life in an unnatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "life-support system",1,1,1 ], "environment, such as in space or below the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lifeblood",1,1,1 ], "the blood, considered as vital to sustain life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeblood",1,1,2 ], "the essential or animating force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeboat",1,1,1 ], "a boat, propelled by oars or a motor, used for rescuing people at sea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeboat",1,1,1 ], "escaping from a sinking ship, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lifeguard",1,1,1 ], "a person present at a beach or pool to guard people against the risk of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeguard",1,1,1 ], "drowning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lifeless",1,1,1 ], "without life; inanimate; dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeless",1,1,2 ], "not sustaining living organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeless",1,1,3 ], "having no vitality or animation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeless",1,1,4 ], "unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifelike",1,1,1 ], "closely resembling or representing life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeline",1,1,1 ], "a line thrown or fired aboard a vessel for hauling in a hawser for a breeches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeline",1,1,1 ], "buoy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lifeline",1,1,2 ], "any rope or line attached to a vessel or trailed from it for the safety of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeline",1,1,2 ], "passengers, crew, swimmers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lifeline",1,1,3 ], "a line by which a deep-sea diver is raised or lowered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifeline",1,1,4 ], "a vital line of access or communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifelong",1,1,1 ], "lasting for or as if for a lifetime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifer",1,1,1 ], "a prisoner sentenced to life imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifetime",1,1,1,1 ], "the length of time a person or animal is alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifetime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifetime",1,1,2 ], "the length of time that something functions, is useful, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifetime",1,1,3 ], "nucleus or elementary particle, etc|; mean life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lifetime",1,1,3 ], "the average time of existence of an unstable or reactive entity, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift pump",1,1,1 ], "a pump that raises a fluid to a higher level| It usually consists of a piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift pump",1,1,1 ], "and vertical cylinder with flap or ball valves in both piston and cylinder base|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,1,1 ], "higher place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,1,1 ], "to rise or cause to rise upwards from the ground or another support to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,1 ], "the act or an instance of lifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,10 ], "aid; help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,10,1 ], "angles to the airflow and opposing gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,10,1 ], "the component of the aerodynamic forces acting on an aerofoil, etc|, at right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,10,1 ], "the thickness of ore extracted in one operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,10,2 ], "a set of pumps used in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,10,2 ], "the upward force exerted by the gas in a balloon, airship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,2 ], "the power or force available or used for lifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,3 ], "a platform, compartment, or cage raised or lowered in a vertical shaft to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,3 ], "transport persons or goods in a building| U|S| word: elevator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,4 ], "the distance or degree to which something is lifted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,5 ], "a ride in a car or other vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,6 ], "a rise in the height of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,7 ], "an elevation of the spirits or temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,8 ], "the force required to lift an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,9 ], "a layer of the heel of a shoe, etc|, or a detachable pad inside the shoe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,10,9 ], "give the wearer added height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,2,1 ], "to take hold of in order to carry or remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,3,1 ], "to raise in status, spirituality, estimation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,4,1 ], "to revoke or rescind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,4,2 ], "to make or become audible or louder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,5,1 ], "harvesting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,5,1 ], "to take (plants or underground crops) out of the ground for transplanting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,6,1 ], "to disappear by lifting or as if by lifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,6,2 ], "to transport in a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,7,1 ], "to take unlawfully or dishonourably; steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,8,1 ], "to perform a face-lift on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lift",1,9,1 ], "to pay off (a mortgage, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liftboy",1,1,1 ], "a person who operates a lift, esp| in large public or commercial buildings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liftboy",1,1,1 ], "hotels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lifting body",1,1,1 ], "a wingless aircraft or spacecraft that derives its aerodynamic lift from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lifting body",1,1,1 ], "shape of its body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liftoff" ,1, 1, 1],"the initial movement or ascent of a rocket from its launching pad",1). c_DEF([ "liftoff" ,1, 1, 2],"the instant at which this occurs",1). c_DEF([ "ligament",1,1,1 ], "any one of the bands or sheets of tough fibrous connective tissue that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligament",1,1,1 ], "restrict movement in joints, connect various bones or cartilages, support muscles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ligament",1,1,2 ], "any physical or abstract connection or bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligamentous" ,1, 1, 1],"ligamental, or ligamentaryadj",1). c_DEF([ "ligamentous" ,1, 1, 2],"relating to or shaped like a ligament",1). c_DEF([ "ligan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lagan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligand",1,1,1 ], "an atom, molecule, radical, or ion forming a complex with a central atom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligate",1,1,1 ], "to tie up or constrict (something) with a ligature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,1 ], "the act of binding or tying up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,2 ], "something used to bind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,3 ], "a link, bond, or tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,4 ], "a thread or wire for tying around a vessel, duct, etc|, as for constricting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,4 ], "the flow of blood to a part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,5 ], "a character of two or more joined letters, such as , , , , usually cast on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,5 ], "same piece of type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,5,1 ], "a slur or the group of notes connected by it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,5,2 ], "(in plainsong notation) a symbol indicating two or more notes grouped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,1,5,2 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ligature",1,2,1 ], "to bind with a ligature; ligate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light air",1,1,1 ], "very light air movement of force one on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light breeze",1,1,1 ], "a very light wind of force two on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light bulb",1,1,1 ], "a glass bulb containing a gas, such as argon or nitrogen, at low pressure and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light bulb",1,1,1 ], "enclosing a thin metal filament that emits light when an electric current is passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light bulb",1,1,1 ], "through it| Sometimes shortened to bulb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "light engine",1,1,1 ], "a railway locomotive in motion without drawing any carriages or wagons| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light engine",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: wildcat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light face",1,1,1 ], "a weight of type characterized by light thin lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light face",1,2,1 ], "also light-faced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light face",1,2,2 ], "(of type) having this weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light flyweight",1,1,1,1 ], "an amateur boxer weighing not more than 48 kg (106 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light flyweight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light heavyweight",1,1,1 ], "Also (in Brit|): cruiserweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light heavyweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 160-175 pounds (72|5-79|5 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light heavyweight",1,1,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 75-81 kg (165-179 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light heavyweight",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light heavyweight",1,1,2 ], "a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 192-214 pounds (87-97 kg))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light horse",1,1,1 ], "lightly armed and highly mobile cavalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light into",1,1,1 ], "to assail physically or verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light meter",1,1,1 ], "another name for exposure meter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light middleweight",1,1,1,1 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 67-71 kg (148-157)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light middleweight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light music",1,1,1 ], "music for popular entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light opera",1,1,1 ], "another term for operetta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light out",1,1,1 ], "to depart quickly, as if being chased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light pen",1,1,1 ], "a penlike photoelectric device capable of making lines or marks on the screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light pen",1,1,1 ], "of a visual display unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light reaction",1,1,1 ], "chlorophyll and transformed into chemical energy stored in ATP" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light reaction",1,1,1 ], "the stage of photosynthesis during which light energy is absorbed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light show",1,1,1 ], "a kaleidoscopic display of moving lights, etc|, projected onto a screen, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light show",1,1,1 ], "during pop concerts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light up",1,1,1 ], "to light a cigarette, pipe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light up",1,1,2 ], "to illuminate or cause to illuminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light up",1,1,3 ], "to make or become cheerful or animated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light welterweight",1,1,1,1 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 60-63|5 kg (132-140 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light welterweight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light year",1,1,1 ], "a unit of distance used in astronomy, equal to the distance travelled by light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light year",1,1,1 ], "in one mean solar year, i|e| 9|4607 X 10'1'5 metres or 5|8784 X 10'1'2 miles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,1 ], "the medium of illumination that makes sight possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,10 ], "mental understanding or spiritual insight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,11 ], "a person considered to be an authority or leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,12 ], "brightness of countenance, esp| a sparkle in the eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,12,1 ], "the act of igniting or kindling something, such as a cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,12,1 ], "the effect of illumination on objects or scenes, as created in a picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,12,2 ], "an area of brightness in a picture, as opposed to shade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,12,2 ], "or flame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,12,2 ], "something that ignites or kindles, esp| in a specified manner, such as a spark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,12,3 ], "something used for igniting or kindling, such as a match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,13 ], "a poetic or archaic word for ,eyesight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,14 ], "the answer to a clue in a crossword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,15 ], "in (the),light of| in view of; taking into account; considering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,16 ], "out like a light| quickly asleep or unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,17 ], "see the light (of day)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,17,1 ], "to come into being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,17,2 ], "to come to public notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,17,3 ], "to acquire insight, esp| concerning something one has previously opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,18 ], "shed ,light on| to clarify or supply additional information on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,19 ], "stand in a person's light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,19,1 ], "to stand so as to obscure a person's vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,19,2 ], "to impede a person's progress or success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,2 ], "electromagnetic radiation that is capable of causing a visual sensation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,2 ], "has wavelengths from about 380 to about 780 nanometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,20 ], "strike a light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,20,1 ], "to ignite something, esp| a match, by friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,20,2 ], "Brit| an exclamation of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,3 ], "electromagnetic radiation that has a wavelength outside this range, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,3 ], "ultraviolet radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,4 ], "spectrum falls on the retina of the eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,4 ], "the sensation experienced when electromagnetic radiation within the visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,5 ], "anything that illuminates, such as a lamp or candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,6 ], "a particular quality or type of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,6,1 ], "illumination from the sun during the day; daylight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,6,2 ], "the time this appears; daybreak; dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,7 ], "a window" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,7 ], "anything that allows the entrance of light, such as a window or compartment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,8 ], "light)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,8 ], "the condition of being visible or known (esp| in the phrases bring or come to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,1,9 ], "an aspect or view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,2,1 ], "full of light; well-lighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,2,2 ], "(of a colour) reflecting or transmitting a large amount of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,2,3 ], "relating to or denoting an (l) pronounced with front vowel resonance; clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,3,1 ], "to ignite or cause to ignite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to illuminate or cause to illuminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,3,3 ], "to make or become cheerful or animated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light",1,3,4 ], "(tr|) to guide or lead by light| ~" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light-fast",1,1,1 ], "(of a dye or dyed article) unaffected by light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light-fingered",1,1,1 ], "having nimble or agile fingers, esp| for thieving or picking pockets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light-footed",1,1,1 ], "having a light or nimble tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light-headed",1,1,1 ], "frivolous in disposition or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light-headed",1,1,2 ], "giddy; feeling faint or slightly delirious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "light-hearted",1,1,1 ], "cheerful or carefree in mood or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",1,1,1 ], "to become or make light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",1,2,1 ], "to shine; glow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",1,3,1 ], "(of lightning) to flash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",1,4,1 ], "to cause to flash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",1,5,1 ], "an archaic word for enlighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",2,1,1 ], "to make or become less heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",2,1,2 ], "to make or become less burdensome or oppressive; mitigate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighten",2,1,3 ], "to make or become more cheerful or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighter than air",1,1,1 ], "having a lower density than that of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighter than air",1,1,2 ], "buoyancy for support in the air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lighter than air",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an aircraft, such as a balloon or airship, that depends on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighter",1,1,1 ], "a small portable device for providing a naked flame or red-hot filament to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighter",1,1,1 ], "light cigarettes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lighter",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that ignites something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighter",2,1,1 ], "a flat-bottomed barge used for transporting cargo, esp| in loading or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighter",2,1,1 ], "unloading a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lighterage",1,1,1 ], "the conveyance or loading and unloading of cargo by means of a lighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighterage",1,1,2 ], "the charge for this service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighthouse",1,1,1 ], "a fixed structure in the form of a tower equipped with a light visible to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighthouse",1,1,1 ], "mariners for warning them of obstructions, for marking harbour entrances, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lighting",1,1,1 ], "the act or quality of illumination or ignition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighting",1,1,2 ], "television set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lighting",1,1,2 ], "the apparatus for supplying artificial light effects to a stage, film, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighting",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lighting",1,1,3 ], "the distribution of light on an object or figure, as in painting, photography," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lighting-up time",1,1,1 ], "the time when vehicles are required by law to have their lights switched on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightness",1,1,1 ], "extent to which the object or colour reflects or transmits incident light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lightness",1,1,1 ], "the attribute of an object or colour that enables an observer to judge the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightning arrester",1,1,1 ], "a device that protects electrical equipment, such as an aerial, from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightning arrester",1,1,1 ], "excessive voltage resulting from a lightning discharge or other accidental electric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lightning arrester",1,1,1 ], "surge, by discharging it to earth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lightning bug",1,1,1 ], "another name for the firefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightning conductor",1,1,1 ], "a metal strip terminating in a series of sharp points, attached to the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightning conductor",1,1,1 ], "part of a building, etc|, to provide a safe path to earth for lightning discharges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lightning",1,1,1 ], "a flash of light in the sky, occurring during a thunderstorm and caused by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightning",1,1,1 ], "discharge of electricity, either between clouds or between a cloud and the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lightning",1,1,2 ], "fast and sudden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lights out",1,1,1 ], "or children at a boarding school, are expected to retire to bed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lights out",1,1,1 ], "the time when those resident at an institution, such as soldiers in barracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lights out",1,1,2 ], "a fanfare or other signal indicating or signifying this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lights",1,1,1 ], "a person's ideas, knowledge, or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lights",2,1,1 ], "occasionally in human food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lights",2,1,1 ], "the lungs, esp| of sheep, bullocks, and pigs, used for feeding pets and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightship",1,1,1 ], "a ship equipped as a lighthouse and moored where a fixed structure would prove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightship",1,1,1 ], "impracticable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lightsome",1,1,1 ], "lighthearted or gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightsome",1,1,2 ], "airy or buoyant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightsome",1,1,3 ], "not serious; frivolous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightsome",2,1,1 ], "producing or reflecting light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightsome",2,1,2 ], "full of or flooded with light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,1,1 ], "of a relatively light weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,1,2 ], "not serious; trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,2,1 ], "a person or animal of a relatively light weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,2,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,2,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 57-60 kg (126-132 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,2,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,2,2 ], "a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 115-126 pounds (52-57 kg))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lightweight",1,2,3 ], "an incompetent and unimportant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignaloes",1,1,1 ], "another name for eaglewood ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligneous",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligni-",1,1,1 ], "indicating wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligniform",1,1,1 ], "having the appearance of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become woody as a result of the deposition of lignin in the cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignify",1,1,1 ], "walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lignin",1,1,1 ], "a complex polymer occurring in certain plant cell walls making the plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignin",1,1,1 ], "rigid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lignite",1,1,1 ], "10'7 to 1|93 X 10'7 J/kg (5500 to 8300 Btu/lb)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lignite",1,1,1 ], "a brown carbonaceous sedimentary rock with woody texture that consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignite",1,1,1 ], "accumulated layers of partially decomposed vegetation deposited in the late Cretaceous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lignite",1,1,1 ], "period: used as a fuel| Fixed carbon content: 46-60 per cent; calorific value: 1|28 X" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lignocaine",1,1,1 ], "a powerful local anaesthetic administered by injection, or topically to mucous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignocaine",1,1,1 ], "membranes| Formula: C14H22N2O|HCl|H2O| U|S| name: lidocaine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lignocellulose",1,1,1 ], "a compound of lignin and cellulose that occurs in the walls of xylem cells in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignocellulose",1,1,1 ], "woody tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lignum vitae",1,1,1 ], "G| sanctum, having blue or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lignum vitae",1,1,1 ], "either of two zygophyllaceous tropical American trees, Guaiacum officinale or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lignum vitae",1,1,2 ], "bearings, casters, etc|: formerly thought to have medicinal properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lignum vitae",1,1,2 ], "the heavy resinous wood of either of these trees, which is used in machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligroin",1,1,1 ], "a volatile fraction of petroleum containing aliphatic hydrocarbons of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligroin",1,1,1 ], "and is used as a solvent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ligroin",1,1,1 ], "paraffin series| It has an approximate boiling point range of 70 degrees -130 degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ligula",1,1,1 ], "the terminal part of the labium of an insect consisting of paired lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligula",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of ligule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligulate",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a strap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligulate",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or having a ligule or ligula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligule",1,1,1 ], "a strap-shaped membranous outgrowth at the junction between the leaf blade and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligule",1,1,1 ], "sheath in many grasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ligule",1,1,2 ], "a strap-shaped corolla, such as that of the ray flower in the daisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ligure",1,1,1 ], "any of the 12 precious stones used in the breastplates of high priests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likable",1,1,1 ], "easy to like; pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,1,1 ], "similar; resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,2,1 ], "similar to; similarly to; in the manner of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,2,2 ], "used correlatively to express similarity in certain proverbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,2,3 ], "such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,3,1 ], "a dialect word for likely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,3,2 ], "as it were: often used as a parenthetic filler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,4,1 ], "as though; as if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,4,2 ], "in the same way as; in the same way that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,5,1 ], "the like| similar things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,5,2 ], "the likes of| people or things similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",1,5,3 ], "(someone or something specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,1,1 ], "(to do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,1,1 ], "to find (something) enjoyable or agreeable or find it enjoyable or agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,2,1 ], "to be fond of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,3,1 ], "to prefer or wish (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,4,1 ], "to feel towards; consider; regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,4,2 ], "to feel disposed or inclined; choose; wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,5,1 ], "to please; agree with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,6,1 ], "a favourable feeling, desire, preference, etc| (esp| in the phrase likes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "like",2,6,1 ], "dislikes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "like-minded",1,1,1 ], "agreeing in opinions, goals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likelihood",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being likely or probable; probability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likelihood",1,1,2 ], "something that is probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likely",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by an infinitive) tending or inclined; apt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likely",1,1,2 ], "probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likely",1,1,3 ], "believable or feasible; plausible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likely",1,1,4 ], "appropriate for a purpose or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likely",1,1,5 ], "having good possibilities of success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likely",1,1,6 ], "attractive, agreeable, or enjoyable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likely",1,2,1 ], "probably or presumably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liken",1,1,1 ], "to see or represent as the same or similar compare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likeness",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being alike; similarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likeness",1,1,2 ], "a painted, carved, moulded, or graphic image of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likeness",1,1,3 ], "an imitative appearance; semblance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likewise",1,1,1 ], "in addition; moreover; also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likewise",1,1,2 ], "in like manner; similarly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liking",1,1,1 ], "the feeling of a person who likes; fondness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liking",1,1,2 ], "a preference, inclination, or pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "likuta",1,1,1 ], "a coin of Zaire worth one hundredth of a zaire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilac",1,1,1 ], "any of various Eurasian oleaceous shrubs or small trees of the genus Syringa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilac",1,1,1 ], "esp| S| vulgaris which has large sprays of purple or white fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lilac",1,1,2 ], "French lilac| another name for goat's-rue ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilac",1,1,2,1 ], "a light or moderate purple colour, sometimes with a bluish or reddish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilac",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liliaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Liliaceae, a family of plants having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liliaceous",1,1,1 ], "onion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "liliaceous",1,1,1 ], "showy flowers and a bulb or bulblike organ: includes the lily, tulip, bluebell, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lilly-pilly",1,1,1 ], "a tall myrtaceous tree, Eugenia smithii, having dark green leaves, spikes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilly-pilly",1,1,1 ], "feathery flowers, and white to purplish edible berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lilt",1,1,1 ], "(in music) a jaunty rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilt",1,1,2 ], "a buoyant motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilt",1,2,1 ], "(of a melody) to have a lilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lilt",1,2,2 ], "to move in a buoyant manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily iron",1,1,1 ], "a harpoon, the head of which is detachable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily of the valley",1,1,1 ], "a small liliaceous plant, Convallaria majalis, of Eurasia and North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily of the valley",1,1,1 ], "cultivated as a garden plant, having two long oval leaves and spikes of white bell-shaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lily of the valley",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lily pad",1,1,1 ], "any of the floating leaves of a water lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily",1,1,1 ], "Turk's-cap lily and tiger lily, having scaly bulbs and showy typically pendulous flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lily",1,1,1 ], "any liliaceous perennial plant of the N temperate genus Lilium, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily",1,1,2 ], "the bulb or flower of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar or related plants, such as the water lily, plantain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily",1,1,3 ], "lily, and day lily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lily-livered",1,1,1 ], "cowardly; timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily-trotter",1,1,1 ], "another name for jacana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily-white",1,1,1 ], "of a pure white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily-white",1,1,2 ], "pure; irreproachable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily-white",1,1,2,1 ], "discriminating against Negroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lily-white",1,1,2,2 ], "racially segregated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lima bean",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of the bean plant, Phaseolus lunatus (or P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lima bean",1,1,1 ], "containing pale green edible seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lima bean",1,1,1 ], "limensis), native to tropical America but cultivated in the U|S| for its flat pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lima bean",1,1,2 ], "the seed of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limacine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling slugs, esp| those of the genus Limax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limacon",1,1,1 ], "a heart-shaped curve generated by a point lying on a line at a fixed distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limacon",1,1,1 ], "from the intersection of the line with a fixed circle, the line rotating about a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limacon",1,1,1 ], "point on the circumference of the circle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,1 ], "an arm or leg, or the analogous part on an animal, such as a wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,2 ], "any of the main branches of a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,3 ], "a branching or projecting section or member; extension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing considered to be a member, part, or agent of a larger group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,4 ], "or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,5 ], "out on a limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,5,1 ], "in a precarious or questionable position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,1,5,2 ], "Brit| isolated, esp| because of unpopular opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for dismember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",2,1,1 ], "the edge of the apparent disc of the sun, a moon, or a planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",2,1,2 ], "a graduated arc attached to instruments, such as the sextant, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",2,1,2 ], "measuring angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limb",2,1,2,1 ], "the expanded upper part of a bell-shaped corolla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",2,1,2,2 ], "the expanded part of a leaf, petal, or sepal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limb",2,1,3 ], "either of the two halves of a bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbate",1,1,1 ], "having an edge or border of a different colour from the rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbed",1,1,1,1 ], "having limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbed",1,1,1,2 ], "short-limbed; strong-limbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber up",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in sports) to exercise in order to be limber and agile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber up",1,2,1 ], "to make flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber",1,1,1 ], "capable of being easily bent or flexed; pliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber",1,1,2 ], "able to move or bend freely; agile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber",2,1,1 ], "attached to the rear of an item of equipment, esp| field artillery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limber",2,1,1 ], "part of a gun carriage, consisting of an axle, pole, and two wheels, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber",2,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to attach the limber (to a gun, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber",3,1,1 ], "(in the bilge of a vessel) a fore-and-aft channel through a series of holes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limber",3,1,1 ], "the frames" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limber",3,1,2 ], "(limber holes) where water collects and can be pumped out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbic system",1,1,1 ], "emotion, hunger, and sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limbic system",1,1,1 ], "the part of the brain bordering on the corpus callosum: concerned with basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbo",1,1,1 ], "before Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limbo",1,1,1 ], "the supposed abode of infants dying without baptism and the just who died" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbo",1,1,2 ], "an imaginary place for lost, forgotten, or unwanted persons or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbo",1,1,3 ], "an unknown intermediate place or condition between two extremes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbo",1,1,4 ], "a prison or confinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbo",2,1,1 ], "a West Indian dance in which dancers pass, while leaning backwards, under a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limbo",2,1,1 ], "bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limbus",1,1,1 ], "the edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime burner",1,1,1 ], "a person whose job it is to burn limestone to make lime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime green",1,2,1,1 ], "a moderate greenish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime green",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime pit",1,1,1 ], "(in tanning) a pit containing lime in which hides are placed to remove the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime pit",1,1,1 ], "hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,1,1 ], "short for quicklime, birdlime, slaked lime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,1,2 ], "any of certain calcium compounds, esp| calcium hydroxide, spread as a dressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,1,2 ], "on lime-deficient land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,2,1 ], "to spread (twigs, etc|) with birdlime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,2,2 ], "to spread a calcium compound upon (land) to improve plant growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,2,3 ], "to catch (animals, esp| birds) with or as if with birdlime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,2,4 ], "(limewash)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lime",1,2,4 ], "to whitewash or cover (a wall, ceiling, etc|) with a mixture of lime and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",2,1,1 ], "a small Asian citrus tree, Citrus aurantifolia, with stiff sharp spines and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",2,1,1 ], "small round or oval greenish fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lime",2,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of this tree, having acid fleshy pulp rich in vitamin C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",2,2,1 ], "having the flavour of lime fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",3,1,1 ], "a European linden tree, Tilia europaea, planted in many varieties for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lime",3,1,1 ], "ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lime",4,1,1 ], "(of young people) to sit or stand around on the pavement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limeade",1,1,1 ], "a drink made from sweetened lime juice and plain or carbonated water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limekiln",1,1,1 ], "a kiln in which calcium carbonate is calcined to produce quicklime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limelight" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a type of lamp, formerly used in stage lighting, in which light is produced by",1). c_DEF([ "limelight" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"heating lime to white heat",2). c_DEF([ "limelight" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"brilliant white light produced in this way",1). c_DEF([ "limelight" ,1, 1, 1],"a position of public attention or notice (esp| in the phrase in the",1). c_DEF([ "limelight" ,1, 1, 1],"limelight)",2). c_DEF([ "limen",1,1,1 ], "another term for threshold ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limerick",1,1,1 ], "a form of comic verse consisting of five anapaestic lines of which the first," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limerick",1,1,1 ], "have two metrical feet and rhyme together" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "limerick",1,1,1 ], "second, and fifth have three metrical feet and rhyme together and the third and fourth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limes",1,1,1 ], "the fortified boundary of the Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limestone",1,1,1 ], "a sedimentary rock consisting mainly of calcium carbonate, deposited as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limestone",1,1,1 ], "building stone and in the manufacture of cement, lime, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "limestone",1,1,1 ], "calcareous remains of marine animals or chemically precipitated from the sea: used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limewater",1,1,1 ], "a clear colourless solution of calcium hydroxide in water, sometimes used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limewater",1,1,1 ], "medicine as an antacid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limewater",1,1,2 ], "calcium sulphate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limewater",1,1,2 ], "water that contains dissolved lime or calcium salts, esp| calcium carbonate or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limey",1,1,1 ], "a British person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limey",1,1,2 ], "a British sailor or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limey",1,2,1 ], "British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limicoline",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Charadrii, a suborder of birds containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limicoline",1,1,1 ], "the plovers, sandpipers, snipes, oystercatchers, avocets, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limicolous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals) living in mud or muddy regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liminal",1,1,1 ], "faint to be experienced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liminal",1,1,1 ], "relating to the point (or threshold) beyond which a sensation becomes too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit man",1,1,1 ], "(in a handicap sport or game) the competitor with the maximum handicap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit point",1,1,1 ], "a point in a topological space such that there is at least one other point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit point",1,1,1 ], "sequence 1,,,,,,,&e" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "limit point",1,1,1 ], "the space in every neighbourhood of the given point: 0 is the limit point of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,1 ], "the ultimate extent, degree, or amount of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,2 ], "the boundary or edge of a specific area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,3 ], "the area of premises within specific boundaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,4 ], "the largest quantity or amount allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,4,1 ], "a value to which a function f(x) approaches as closely as desired as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,4,1 ], "independent variable approaches a specified value (x = a) or approaches infinity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,4,2 ], "a value to which a sequence an approaches arbitrarily close as n approaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,4,2 ], "infinity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,4,3 ], "the limit of a sequence of partial sums of a convergent infinite series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,5 ], "evaluated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,5 ], "one of the two specified values between which a definite integral is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,6 ], "the limit| Informal| a person or thing that is intolerably exasperating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,7 ], "enter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,7 ], "off limits| forbidden to military personnel without special permission to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,1,8 ], "within limits| to a certain or limited extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,2,1 ], "to restrict or confine, as to area, extent, time, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limit",1,2,2 ], "to agree, fix, or assign specifically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limitarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who regards salvation as limited to only a part of mankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limitary",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or serving as a limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limitary",1,1,2 ], "restricted or limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limitation",1,1,1 ], "something that limits a quality or achievement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limitation",1,1,2 ], "the act of limiting or the condition of being limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limitation",1,1,3 ], "a certain period of time, legally defined, within which an action, claim," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limitation",1,1,3 ], "etc|, must be commenced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limitation",1,1,4 ], "a restriction upon the duration or extent of an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited company",1,1,1 ], "a company whose owners enjoy limited liability for the company's debts and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited company",1,1,1 ], "losses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limited edition",1,1,1 ], "an edition of a book that is limited to a specified number of copies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited liability",1,1,1 ], "liability restricted to the unpaid portion (if any) of the par value of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited liability",1,1,1 ], "shares of a limited company| It is a feature of share ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limited monarchy",1,1,1 ], "another term for constitutional monarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,1 ], "having a limit; restricted; confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,2 ], "without fullness or scope; narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,3 ], "(of governing powers, sovereignty, etc|) restricted or checked, by or as if by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,3 ], "a constitution, laws, or an assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,4 ], "(of a train) stopping only at certain stations and having only a set number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,4 ], "cars for passengers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,5 ], "(of a business enterprise) owned by shareholders whose liability for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,1,5 ], "enterprise's debts is restricted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limited",1,2,1 ], "a limited train, bus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limiter",1,1,1 ], "an electronic circuit that produces an output signal whose positive or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limiter",1,1,1 ], "negative amplitude, or both, is limited to some predetermined value above which the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limiter",1,1,1 ], "peaks become flattened" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "limitrophe",1,1,1 ], "(of a country or region) on or near a frontier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limn",1,1,1 ], "to represent in drawing or painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limn",1,1,2 ], "to describe in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limn",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for illuminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limnetic",1,1,1 ], "light penetration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limnetic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or inhabiting the open water of lakes down to the depth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limnology",1,1,1 ], "life, physical properties, geographical features, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limnology",1,1,1 ], "the study of bodies of fresh water with reference to their plant and animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limonene",1,1,1 ], "a liquid optically active terpene with a lemon-like odour, found in lemon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limonene",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of resins| Formula: C10H16" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "limonene",1,1,1 ], "orange, peppermint, and other essential oils and used as a wetting agent and in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limonite",1,1,1 ], "a common brown, black, or yellow amorphous secondary mineral that consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limonite",1,1,1 ], "hydrated ferric oxides and is a source of iron| Formula: FeO(OH)|nH2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limousine",1,1,1 ], "any large and luxurious car, esp| one that has a glass division between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limousine",1,1,1 ], "driver and passengers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limousine",1,1,2 ], "a former type of car in which the roof covering the rear seats projects over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limousine",1,1,2 ], "the driver's compartment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limp",1,1,1 ], "to walk with an uneven step, esp| with a weak or injured leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limp",1,1,2 ], "to advance in a labouring or faltering manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limp",1,2,1 ], "an uneven walk or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limp",2,1,1 ], "not firm or stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limp",2,1,2 ], "not energetic or vital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limp",2,1,3 ], "(of the binding of a book) not stiffened with boards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpet",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous marine gastropods, such as Patella vulgata and Fissurella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpet",1,1,2 ], "(or Diodora)apertura , that have a conical shell and are found clinging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpet",1,1,2 ], "rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limpet",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar freshwater gastropods, such as Ancylus fluviatilis as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpet",1,1,3 ], "modifier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limpet",1,1,4 ], "magnetic or adhesive properties and resist removal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limpet",1,1,4 ], "relating to or denoting certain weapons that are attached to their targets by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpid",1,1,1 ], "clear or transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpid",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of writings, style, etc|) free from obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpid",1,1,3 ], "calm; peaceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpkin",1,1,1 ], "a rail-like wading bird, Aramus guarauna, of tropical American marshes, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limpkin",1,1,1 ], "dark brown plumage with white markings and a wailing cry: order Gruiformes (cranes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "limpkin",1,1,1 ], "rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "limulus",1,1,1 ], "any horseshoe crab of the genus Limulus, esp| L| polyphemus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limy",1,1,1 ], "limier, limiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limy",1,1,2 ], "of, like, or smeared with birdlime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limy",2,1,1 ], "limier, limiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "limy",2,1,2 ], "of or tasting of lime (the fruit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linac",1,1,1 ], "short for linear accelerator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linage",1,1,1 ], "the number of lines in a piece of written or printed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linage",1,1,2 ], "payment for written material calculated according to the number of lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linage",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for alignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linalool",1,1,1 ], "an optically active colourless fragrant liquid found in many essential oils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linalool",1,1,1 ], "and used in perfumery| Formula: C10H18O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linchpin",1,1,1 ], "a pin placed transversely through an axle to keep a wheel in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linchpin",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing regarded as an essential or coordinating element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lincrusta",1,1,1 ], "a type of wallpaper having a hard embossed surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linctus",1,1,1 ], "a syrupy medicinal preparation, taken to relieve coughs and sore throats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lindane",1,1,1 ], "1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane| Formula: C6H6Cl6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lindane",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous crystalline powder with a slight musty odour: used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lindane",1,1,1 ], "insecticide, weed killer, and, in low concentrations, in treating scabies;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linden",1,1,1 ], "and as shade trees" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linden",1,1,1 ], "any of various tiliaceous deciduous trees of the N temperate genus Tilia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linden",1,1,1 ], "having heart-shaped leaves and small fragrant yellowish flowers: cultivated for timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line block",1,1,1 ], "a letterpress printing block made by a photoengraving process without the use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line block",1,1,1 ], "of a screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line breeding",1,1,1 ], "favourable characteristics of their common ancestor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line breeding",1,1,1 ], "selective inbreeding that produces individuals possessing one or more of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line drawing",1,1,1 ], "a drawing made with lines only, gradations in tone being provided by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line drawing",1,1,1 ], "spacing and thickness of the lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line of battle",1,1,1 ], "a formation adopted by a military or naval force when preparing for action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of credit",1,1,1 ], "another name for credit line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of fire",1,1,1 ], "the flight path of a missile discharged or to be discharged from a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of force",1,1,1 ], "a line in a field of force, such as an electric or magnetic field, for which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of force",1,1,1 ], "the tangent at any point is the direction of the force at that point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line of scrimmage",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary line, parallel to the goal lines, on which the ball is placed at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of scrimmage",1,1,1 ], "the start of each play and on either side of which the teams line up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line of sight",1,1,1 ], "the straight line along which an observer looks or a beam of radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of sight",1,1,1 ], "travels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line of sight",1,1,2 ], "another term for line of vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of vision",1,1,1 ], "a straight line extending from the fovea centralis of the eye to an object on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line of vision",1,1,1 ], "which the eye is focused" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line printer",1,1,1 ], "an electromechanical device that prints a line of characters at a time rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line printer",1,1,1 ], "in printing and in computer systems" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "line printer",1,1,1 ], "than a character at a time, at speeds from about 200 to 3000 lines per minute: used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line squall",1,1,1 ], "a squall or series of squalls along a cold front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,1 ], "a narrow continuous mark, as one made by a pencil, pen, or brush across a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,10 ], "a company operating such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,11 ], "a route between two points on a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,11,1 ], "a railway track, including the roadbed, sleepers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,11,2 ], "one of the rails of such a track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,12 ], "a course or direction of movement or advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,13 ], "a course or method of action, behaviour, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,14 ], "a policy or prescribed course of action or way of thinking (often in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,14 ], "phrases bring or come into line)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,15 ], "a field of study, interest, occupation, trade, or profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,16 ], "alignment; true (esp| in the phrases in line, out of line)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,17 ], "one kind of product or article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,18 ], "a row of persons or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,19 ], "a chronological or ancestral series, esp| of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,2 ], "such a mark cut into or raised from a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,20 ], "a row of words printed or written across a page or column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,21 ], "a unit of verse consisting of the number of feet appropriate to the metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,21 ], "being used and written or printed with the words in a single row" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,22 ], "a short letter; note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,23 ], "a piece of useful information or hint about something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,24 ], "one of a number of narrow horizontal bands forming a television picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,25 ], "a narrow band in an electromagnetic spectrum, resulting from a transition in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,25 ], "an atom of a gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,25,1 ], "any of the five horizontal marks that make up the stave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,25,2 ], "the musical part or melody notated on one such set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,25,3 ], "a discernible shape formed by sequences of notes or musical sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,25,4 ], "(in polyphonic music) a set of staves that are held together with a bracket or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,25,4 ], "brace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,26 ], "the horizontal line on a bridge score sheet that divides game points (below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,26 ], "the line) from premium (bonus) points (above the line)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,27 ], "a unit of magnetic flux equal to 1 maxwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,28 ], "a defensive or fortified position, esp| one that marks the most forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,28 ], "position in war or a national boundary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,29 ], "line ahead or line abreast| a formation adopted by a naval unit for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,29 ], "manoeuvring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,3 ], "a thin indented mark or wrinkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,30 ], "a formation adopted by a body or a number of military units when drawn up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,30 ], "abreast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,31 ], "the combatant forces of certain armies and navies, excluding supporting arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,32 ], "one of four divisions of the target on a fencer's body, considered as areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,32 ], "to which specific attacks are made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,33 ], "the scent left by a fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,33,1 ], "the equator (esp| in the phrase crossing the line)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,33,2 ], "any circle or arc on the terrestrial or celestial sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,34 ], "the amount of insurance written by an underwriter for a particular risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,35 ], "the U|S| word for queue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,36 ], "all along the line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,36,1 ], "at every stage in a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,36,2 ], "in every detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,37 ], "draw the line to reasonably object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,38 ], "(to) or set a limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,39 ], "(on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,4 ], "a straight or curved continuous trace having no breadth that is produced by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,4 ], "moving point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,4,1 ], "any straight one-dimensional geometrical element whose identity is determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,4,1 ], "by two points| A line segment lies between any two points on a line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,4,2 ], "a set of points (x, y) that satisfies the equation y,,mx,,c, where m is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,4,2 ], "gradient and c is the intercept with the y-axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,40 ], "get a line on| Informal| to obtain information about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,41 ], "hold the line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,41,1 ], "to keep a telephone line open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,41,2 ], "Football| to prevent the opponents from taking the ball forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,41,3 ], "(of soldiers) to keep formation, as when under fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,42 ], "in line for| in the running for; a candidate for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,43 ], "in line with| conforming to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,44 ], "in the line of duty| as a necessary and usually undesired part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,44 ], "performance of one's responsibilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,45 ], "lay or put on the line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,45,1 ], "to pay money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,45,2 ], "to speak frankly and directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,45,3 ], "to risk (one's career, reputation, etc|) on something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,46 ], "shoot a line| to try to create a false image, as by boasting or bragging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,47 ], "toe the line| to conform to expected standards, attitudes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,5 ], "a border or boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,5,1 ], "a white or coloured band indicating a boundary or division on a field, track," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,5,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,5,2 ], "a mark or imaginary mark at which a race begins or ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,5,2 ], "start of each play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,5,2 ], "the players arranged in a row on either side of the line of scrimmage at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,6 ], "a specified point of change or limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,6,1 ], "a painting, drawing, etc|, defining or suggesting this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,6,1 ], "the edge or contour of a shape, as in sculpture or architecture, or a mark on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,6,2 ], "design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,6,2 ], "the sum or type of such contours or marks, characteristic of a style or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,7 ], "anything long, flexible, and thin, such as a wire or string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,8 ], "a telephone connection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,8,1 ], "a conducting wire, cable, or circuit for making connections between pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,8,1 ], "electrical apparatus, such as a cable for electric-power transmission, telecommunications," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,8,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,8,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,1,9 ], "a system of travel or transportation, esp| over agreed routes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,2,1 ], "to mark with a line or lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,3,1 ], "to draw or represent with a line or lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,4,1 ], "to be or put as a border to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",1,4,2 ], "to place in or form a row, series, or alignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",2,1,1 ], "to attach an inside covering to (a garment, curtain, etc|), as for protection," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",2,1,1 ], "to hide the seaming, or so that it should hang well" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line",2,1,2 ], "to cover or fit the inside of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",2,1,3 ], "to fill plentifully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line",2,1,4 ], "to reinforce the back of (a book) with fabric, paper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line-engraving",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of hand-engraving in intaglio and copper plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line-engraving",1,1,2 ], "a plate so engraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line-engraving",1,1,3 ], "a print taken from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line-out",1,1,1 ], "forming two parallel lines at right angles to the touchline and jumping for the ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "line-out",1,1,1 ], "the method of restarting play when the ball goes into touch, the forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "line-out",1,1,1 ], "when it is thrown in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "line-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a row or arrangement of people or things assembled for a particular purpose",1). c_DEF([ "line-up" ,1, 1, 2],"the members of such a row or arrangement",1). c_DEF([ "line-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to form, put into, or organize a line-up",1). c_DEF([ "line-up" ,1, 2, 3],"to produce, organize, and assemble",1). c_DEF([ "line-up" ,1, 2, 4],"to align",1). c_DEF([ "lineage",1,1,1 ], "direct descent from an ancestor, esp| a line of descendants from one ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineage",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for derivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineage",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of linage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineal",1,1,1 ], "being in a direct line of descent from an ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineal",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or derived from direct descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineal",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for linear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineament",1,1,1 ], "a facial outline or feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineament",1,1,2 ], "a distinctive characteristic or feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear accelerator",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to linac" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linear accelerator",1,1,1 ], "an accelerator in which charged particles are accelerated along a linear path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear accelerator",1,1,1 ], "by potential differences applied to a number of electrodes along their path|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linear equation" ,1, 1, 1],"a polynomial equation of the first degree, such as x,,y,,7",1). c_DEF([ "linear measure",1,1,1 ], "a unit or system of units for the measurement of length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear motor",1,1,1 ], "a form of electric motor in which the stator and the rotor are linear and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear motor",1,1,1 ], "parallel| It can be used to drive a train, one part of the motor being in the locomotive," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linear motor",1,1,1 ], "the other in the track" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linear perspective",1,1,1 ], "suggested lines converging on the horizon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linear perspective",1,1,1 ], "the branch of perspective in which the apparent size and shape of objects and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear perspective",1,1,1 ], "their position with respect to foreground and background are established by actual or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linear programming",1,1,1 ], "a linear function of non-negative variables subject to constraints expressed as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linear programming",1,1,1 ], "a technique used in economics, etc|, for determining the maximum or minimum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear programming",1,1,1 ], "linear equalities or inequalities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,1 ], "of, in, along, or relating to a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,3 ], "resembling, represented by, or consisting of a line or lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,4 ], "having one dimension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,5 ], "designating a style in the arts, esp| painting, that obtains its effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,5 ], "sharply defined" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,5 ], "through line rather than colour or light and in which the edges of forms and planes are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to the first degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,7 ], "narrow and having parallel edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,7,1 ], "Also: analogue|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,8 ], "(of a circuit, etc|) having an output that is directly proportional to input" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linear",1,1,8,2 ], "having components arranged in a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineate",1,1,1 ], "marked with lines; streaked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineation",1,1,1 ], "the act of marking with lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineation",1,1,2 ], "an arrangement of or division into lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineation",1,1,3 ], "an outline or contour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineation",1,1,4 ], "any linear arrangement involving rocks or minerals, such as a series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineation",1,1,4 ], "parallel rock strata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linecaster",1,1,1 ], "a printing machine that casts metal type in lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineman",1,1,1 ], "another name for platelayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineman",1,1,2 ], "a person who does the chaining, taping, or marking of points for a surveyor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineman",1,1,3 ], "drowning swimmers and surfers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lineman",1,1,3 ], "the member of a beach life-saving team who controls the line used to help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lineman",1,1,4 ], "a member of a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linen paper",1,1,1 ], "paper made from flax fibres or having a similar texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linen",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard-wearing fabric woven from the spun fibres of flax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linen",1,1,2 ], "yarn or thread spun from flax fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linen",1,1,3 ], "clothes, sheets, tablecloths, etc|, made from linen cloth or from a substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linen",1,1,3 ], "such as cotton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lineolate",1,1,1 ], "marked with very fine parallel lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liner",1,1,1 ], "a passenger ship or aircraft, esp| one that is part of a commercial fleet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liner",1,1,2 ], "a cosmetic used to outline the eyes, consisting of a liquid or cake mixed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liner",1,1,2 ], "water and applied by brush or a grease pencil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liner",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that uses lines, esp| in drawing or copying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liner",2,1,1 ], "a material used as a lining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liner",2,1,2 ], "a person who supplies or fits linings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,1 ], "general appearance or outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,2 ], "a plan of procedure or construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,2,1 ], "the spoken words of a theatrical presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,2,2 ], "the words of a particular role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,3 ], "a marriage certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,4 ], "luck, fate, or fortune (esp| in the phrase hard lines)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,4,1 ], "a school punishment of writing the same sentence or phrase out a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,4,1 ], "number of times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,4,1 ], "rows of buildings, temporary stabling, etc|, in a military camp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,4,2 ], "a defensive position, row of trenches, or other fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,4,2 ], "the phrases or sentences so written out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,5 ], "read between the lines| to understand or find an implicit meaning in addition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lines",1,1,5 ], "to the obvious one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linesman",1,1,1 ], "an official who helps the referee or umpire in various sports, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linesman",1,1,1 ], "indicating when the ball has gone out of play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linesman",1,1,2 ], "a person who installs, maintains, or repairs telephone or electric-power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linesman",1,1,2 ], "lines| U|S| name: lineman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ling",1,1,1 ], "any of several gadoid food fishes of the northern coastal genus Molva, esp| M|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ling",1,1,1 ], "molva, having an elongated body with long fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ling",1,1,2 ], "another name for burbot (a fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ling",2,1,1 ], "another name for heather ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingam",1,1,1 ], "(in Sanskrit grammar) the masculine gender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingam",1,1,1,1 ], "the Hindu phallic image of the god Siva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingam",1,1,1,2 ], "the penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingcod",1,1,1 ], "any scorpaenoid food fish of the family Ophiodontidae, esp| Ophiodon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingcod",1,1,1 ], "elongatus, of the North Pacific Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linger",1,1,1 ], "to delay or prolong departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linger",1,1,2 ], "to go in a slow or leisurely manner; saunter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linger",1,1,3 ], "to remain just alive for some time prior to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linger",1,1,4 ], "to persist or continue, esp| in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linger",1,1,5 ], "to be slow to act; dither; procrastinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingerie",1,1,1 ], "women's underwear and nightwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingerie",1,1,2 ], "linen goods collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingo",1,1,1 ], "any foreign or unfamiliar language, jargon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingua franca",1,1,1 ], "a language used for communication among people of different mother tongues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingua franca",1,1,2 ], "a hybrid language containing elements from several different languages used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingua franca",1,1,2 ], "this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lingua franca",1,1,3 ], "any system of communication providing mutual understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingua",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingua",1,1,2 ], "any tongue-like structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the tongue or a part or structure resembling a tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingual",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to language or languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingual",1,1,2,2 ], "polylingual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingual",1,1,3 ], "articulated with the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingual",1,2,1 ], "a lingual consonant, such as Scots (r)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguini",1,1,1 ], "a kind of pasta in the shape of thin flat strands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguist",1,1,1 ], "a person who has the capacity to learn and speak foreign languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguist",1,1,2 ], "a person who studies linguistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguist",1,1,3 ], "the spokesman for a chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguistic atlas",1,1,1 ], "an atlas showing the distribution of distinctive linguistic features of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguistic atlas",1,1,1 ], "languages or dialects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linguistic borrowing",1,1,1 ], "another name for loan word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguistic geography",1,1,1 ], "the study of the distribution of dialectal speech elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguistic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to linguistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linguistics",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lingulate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ling|",1,1,1 ], "linguistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linhay",1,1,1 ], "a farm building with an open front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liniment",1,1,1 ], "a medicated liquid, usually containing alcohol, camphor, and an oil, applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liniment",1,1,1 ], "to the skin to relieve pain, stiffness, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linin",1,1,1 ], "chromatin granules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linin",1,1,1 ], "the network of viscous material in the nucleus of a cell that connects the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lining",1,1,1,1 ], "material used to line a garment, curtain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lining",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lining",1,1,2 ], "a material, such as mull or brown paper, used to strengthen the back of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lining",1,1,2 ], "book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lining",1,1,3 ], "any material used as an interior covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link motion",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism controlling the valves of a steam engine, consisting of a slotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link motion",1,1,1 ], "link terminating in a pair of eccentrics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,1 ], "any of the separate rings, loops, or pieces that connect or make up a chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,2 ], "something that resembles such a ring, loop, or piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,3 ], "a road connection, as between two main routes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,4 ], "a connecting part or episode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,5 ], "a connecting piece in a mechanism, often having pivoted ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,6 ], "a system of transmitters and receivers that connect two locations by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,6 ], "radio and television signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,7 ], "a unit of length equal to one hundredth of a chain| 1 link of a Gunter's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,1,7 ], "chain is equal to 7|92 inches, and of an engineer's chain to 1 foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to connect or be connected with or as if with links" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",1,3,1 ], "to connect by association, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "link",2,1,1 ], "(formerly) a torch used to light dark streets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,1 ], "the act of linking or the state of being linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,2 ], "a system of interconnected levers or rods for transmitting or regulating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,2 ], "motion of a mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,3 ], "the product of the total number of lines of magnetic flux and the number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,3 ], "turns in a coil or circuit through which they pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,4 ], "are unlikely to be separated during crossing over and tend to be inherited as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,4 ], "single unit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linkage",1,1,4 ], "the occurrence of two genes close together on the same chromosome so that they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkboy",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a boy who carried a torch for pedestrians in dark streets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkman",1,1,1 ], "a presenter of a television or radio programme, esp| a sports transmission," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkman",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a number of outside broadcasts from different locations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linkman",1,1,2 ], "another word for linkboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "links",1,1,1 ], "short for golf links" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "links",1,1,2 ], "undulating sandy ground near the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkwork",1,1,1 ], "something made up of links" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkwork",1,1,2 ], "a mechanism consisting of a series of links to impart or control motion;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linkwork",1,1,2 ], "linkage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linn",1,1,1 ], "a waterfall or a pool at the foot of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linn",1,1,2 ], "a ravine or precipice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linnet",1,1,1 ], "a brownish Old World finch, Acanthis cannabina: the male has a red breast and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linnet",1,1,1 ], "forehead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linnet",1,1,2 ], "Carpodacus mexicanus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linnet",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related North American bird," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lino tile",1,1,1 ], "a tile made of linoleum or a similar substance, used as a floor covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lino",1,1,1 ], "short for linoleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linocut",1,1,1 ], "a design cut in relief on a block of linoleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linocut",1,1,2 ], "a print made from such a block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linoleate",1,1,1 ], "an ester or salt of linoleic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linoleic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily essential fatty acid found in many natural oils, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linoleic acid",1,1,1 ], "linseed: used in the manufacture of soaps, emulsifiers, and driers| Formula: C18H32O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linolenic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless unsaturated essential fatty acid found in drying oils, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linolenic acid",1,1,1 ], "acid| Formula: C18H30O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linolenic acid",1,1,1 ], "linseed oil, and used in making paints and synthetic resins; 9,12,15-octadecatrienoic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linoleum",1,1,1 ], "a sheet material made of hessian, jute, etc|, coated under pressure and heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linoleum",1,1,1 ], "covering| Often shortened to lino" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linoleum",1,1,1 ], "with a mixture of powdered cork, linseed oil, rosin, and pigment, used as a floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linsang",1,1,1 ], "Africa or either of the two species of Prionodon of S Asia: closely related to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linsang",1,1,1 ], "any of several forest-dwelling viverrine mammals, Poiana richardsoni of W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linsang",1,1,1 ], "genets, having a very long tail and a spotted or banded coat of thick fur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "linseed oil",1,1,1 ], "a yellow oil extracted from seeds of the flax plant| It has great drying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linseed oil",1,1,1 ], "qualities and is used in making oil paints, printer's ink, linoleum, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "linseed",1,1,1 ], "another name for flaxseed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linsey-woolsey",1,1,1 ], "a thin rough fabric of linen warp and coarse wool or cotton filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linstock",1,1,1 ], "a long staff holding a lighted match, formerly used to fire a cannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lint",1,1,1 ], "an absorbent cotton or linen fabric with the nap raised on one side, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lint",1,1,1 ], "dress wounds, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lint",1,1,2 ], "shreds of fibre, yarn, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lint",1,1,3 ], "staple fibre for making cotton yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lintel",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal beam, as over a door or window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linter",1,1,1 ], "a machine for stripping the short fibres of ginned cotton seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "linter",1,1,2 ], "the fibres so removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lintwhite",1,1,1 ], "the linnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lin|",1,1,1 ], "lineal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lin|",1,1,2 ], "linear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,1 ], "a large gregarious predatory feline mammal, Panthera leo, of open country in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,1 ], "mane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,1 ], "parts of Africa and India, having a tawny yellow coat and, in the male, a shaggy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,2 ], "a conventionalized lion, the principal beast used as an emblem in heraldry| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,2 ], "has become the national emblem of Great Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,3 ], "a courageous, strong, or bellicose person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,4 ], "a celebrity or idol who attracts much publicity and a large following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,5 ], "beard the lion in his den| to approach a feared or influential person, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,5 ], "order to ask a favour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lion",1,1,6 ], "the lion's share| the largest portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lion-hearted",1,1,1 ], "very brave; courageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lioness",1,1,1 ], "a female lion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lionfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various scorpion fishes of the tropical Pacific genus Pterois, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lionfish",1,1,1 ], "striped body and elongated spiny fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lionize",1,1,1 ], "to treat as or make into a celebrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lip service",1,1,1 ], "insincere tribute or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"either of the two fleshy folds surrounding the mouth, playing an important",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"role in the production of speech sounds, retaining food in the mouth, etc",2). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 10],"smack one's lips| to anticipate or recall something with glee or relish",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 2],"the corresponding part in animals, esp| mammals",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 3],"any structure resembling a lip, such as the rim of a crater, the margin of a",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 3],"gastropod shell, etc",2). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 4],"a nontechnical word for ,labium and ,labellum ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 5],"impudent talk or backchat",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 6],"instruments",2). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 6],"the embouchure and control in the lips needed to blow wind and brass",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"to stifle one's feelings",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"to be annoyed or irritated",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 7],"bite one's lip",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 8],"button one's lip| Slang, chiefly U|S| to stop talking: often imperative",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 1, 9],"keep a stiff upper lip| to show courage or composure",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 2, 1],"to touch with the lip or lips",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 2, 2],"to form or be a lip or lips for",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 2, 4],"to murmur or whisper",1). c_DEF([ "lip" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|) to use the lips in playing a wind instrument",1). c_DEF([ "lip-",1,1,1 ], "variant of lipo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lip-read",1,1,1 ], "to interpret (words) by lip-reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lip-reading",1,1,1 ], "a method used by the deaf to comprehend spoken words by interpreting movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lip-reading",1,1,1 ], "of the speaker's lips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lipase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of fat-digesting enzymes produced in the stomach, pancreas, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipase",1,1,1 ], "liver and also occurring widely in the seeds of plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lipid",1,1,1 ], "(simple lipids, such as fats and waxes) or closely related substances (compound lipids," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lipid",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of organic compounds that are esters of fatty acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipid",1,1,1 ], "name: lipoid" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "lipid",1,1,1 ], "organic solvents| They are important structural materials in living organisms| Former" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lipid",1,1,1 ], "such as phospholipids): usually insoluble in water but soluble in alcohol and other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lipo-",1,1,1 ], "fat or fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipography",1,1,1 ], "the accidental omission of words or letters in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling fat; fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipoid",1,2,1 ], "a fatlike substance, such as wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipoid",1,2,2 ], "a former name for lipid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipolysis",1,1,1 ], "glycerol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lipolysis",1,1,1 ], "the hydrolysis of fats resulting in the production of carboxylic acids and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour composed of fatty tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipophilic",1,1,1 ], "having an affinity for lipids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipoprotein",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of proteins to which a lipid molecule is attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lippie",1,1,1 ], "lipstick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lippy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lippy",1,1,2 ], "insolent or cheeky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lipstick",1,1,1 ], "a cosmetic for colouring the lips, usually in the form of a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquate",1,1,1 ], "that the more fusible part melts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquate",1,1,1 ], "to separate one component of (an alloy, impure metal, or ore) by heating so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquefacient",1,1,1 ], "a substance that liquefies or causes liquefaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquefacient",1,2,1 ], "becoming or causing to become liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquefied petroleum gas",1,1,1 ], "propane or butane liquefied under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquefy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a gas) to become or cause to become liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquesce",1,1,1 ], "to become liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquescent",1,1,1 ], "(of a solid or gas) becoming or tending to become liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liqueur",1,1,1,1 ], "any of several highly flavoured sweetened spirits such as kirsch or cointreau," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liqueur",1,1,1,1 ], "intended to be drunk after a meal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liqueur",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liqueur",1,1,2 ], "a small hollow chocolate sweet containing liqueur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid air",1,1,1 ], "-195|7 degrees C): used in the production of pure oxygen, nitrogen, and the inert" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "liquid air",1,1,1 ], "air that has been liquefied by cooling| It is a pale blue and consists mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid air",1,1,1 ], "gases, and as a refrigerant" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "liquid air",1,1,1 ], "of liquid oxygen (boiling pt|: -182|9 degrees C) and liquid nitrogen (boiling pt|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid crystal display",1,1,1 ], "a display of numbers, esp| in an electronic calculator, using liquid-crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid crystal display",1,1,1 ], "cells that change their reflectivity when an electric field is applied to them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid crystal",1,1,1 ], "a liquid that has some crystalline characteristics, such as the presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid crystal",1,1,1 ], "different optical properties in different directions; a substance in a mesomorphic state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid fire",1,1,1 ], "flamethrowers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid fire",1,1,1 ], "inflammable petroleum or other liquid used as a weapon of war in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid glass",1,1,1 ], "another name for water glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid measure",1,1,1 ], "a unit or system of units for measuring volumes of liquids or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid measure",1,1,1 ], "containers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid oxygen",1,1,1 ], "allowing the nitrogen to evaporate: used in rocket fuels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid oxygen",1,1,1 ], "the clear pale blue liquid state of oxygen produced by liquefying air and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid paraffin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless almost tasteless oily liquid obtained by petroleum distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid paraffin",1,1,1 ], "and used as a laxative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,1,1 ], "a substance in a physical state in which the force of attraction between its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,1,1 ], "molecules or atoms is only sufficient to hold them in a state of aggregation so that the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,1,1 ], "substance can easily change its shape but cannot be expanded or compressed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,1,2 ], "a substance that is a liquid at room temperature and atmospheric pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,1,3 ], "a frictionless continuant, esp| (l) or (r)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,2,1 ], "liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,2,1 ], "of, concerned with, or being a liquid or having the characteristic state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,2,2 ], "shining, transparent, or brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,2,3 ], "flowing, fluent, or smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquid",1,2,4 ], "(of assets) in the form of money or easily convertible into money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidambar",1,1,1 ], "and Central America, with star-shaped leaves, and exuding a yellow aromatic balsam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidambar",1,1,1 ], "any deciduous tree of the hamamelidaceous genus Liquidambar, of Asia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidambar",1,1,2 ], "the balsam of this tree, used in medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,1,1,1 ], "assessment of liabilities and appropriation of assets for their settlement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,1,1,1 ], "to settle or pay off (a debt, claim, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,1,1,1 ], "to terminate the operations of (a commercial firm, bankrupt estate, etc|) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,1,1,2 ], "(of a commercial firm, etc|) to terminate operations in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,1,1,2 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,1,1,2 ], "to determine by litigation or agreement the amount of (damages, indebtedness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,2,1 ], "to convert (assets) into cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidate",1,3,1 ], "to eliminate or kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidation",1,1,1,1 ], "its assets to discharge its liabilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidation",1,1,1,1 ], "the process of terminating the affairs of a business firm, etc|, by realizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidation",1,1,1,2 ], "the phrase to go into liquidation)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidation",1,1,1,2 ], "the state of a business firm, etc|, having its affairs so terminated (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidation",1,1,2 ], "destruction; elimination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidator",1,1,1 ], "a person assigned to supervise the liquidation of a business concern and whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidator",1,1,1 ], "is compulsory or voluntary" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "liquidator",1,1,1 ], "legal authorization, rights, and duties differ according to whether the liquidation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidity preference",1,1,1 ], "motives: transactions, precaution, and speculation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidity preference",1,1,1 ], "the Keynesian demand function for holding money, consisting of three component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidity ratio",1,1,1 ], "maintain by custom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquidity ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of total liquid assets to total deposits, which commercial banks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidity",1,1,1 ], "the possession of sufficient liquid assets to discharge current liabilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become liquid; liquefy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidize",1,2,1 ], "to pulverize (food) in a liquidizer so as to produce a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidizer",1,1,1 ], "a kitchen appliance with blades for cutting and pureeing vegetables, blending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquidizer",1,1,1 ], "liquids, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquify",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of liquefy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquor up",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquor",1,1,1 ], "any alcoholic drink, esp| spirits, or such drinks collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquor",1,1,2 ], "any liquid substance, esp| that in which food has been cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquor",1,1,3 ], "a solution of a pure substance in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquor",1,1,4 ], "warm water added to malt to form wort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquor",1,1,5 ], "in liquor| drunk; intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquor",1,2,1 ], "to steep (malt) in warm water to form wort; mash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquorice",1,1,1 ], "a perennial Mediterranean leguminous shrub, Glycyrrhiza glabra, having spikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquorice",1,1,1 ], "of pale blue flowers and flat red-brown pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liquorice",1,1,2 ], "the dried root of this plant, used as a laxative and in confectionery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquorice",1,1,3 ], "a sweet having a liquorice flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquorish",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lickerish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liquorish",1,1,2 ], "a variant of liquorice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liq|",1,1,1 ], "liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liq|",1,1,2 ], "liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lira",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Italy and San Marino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lira",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of Turkey, divided into 100 piastres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liriodendron",1,1,1 ], "either of the two deciduous trees of the magnoliaceous genus Liriodendron, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liriodendron",1,1,1 ], "tulip tree of North America or L| chinense of China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liripipe",1,1,1 ], "the tip of a graduate's hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lis pendens",1,1,1 ], "a suit pending in a court that concerns the title to land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lis pendens",1,1,2 ], "a notice filed to warn interested persons of such a suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lisle",1,1,1,1 ], "a strong fine cotton thread or fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lisle",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lisp",1,1,1 ], "and then respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lisp",1,1,1 ], "the articulation of s and z like or nearly like the th sounds in English thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lisp",1,1,2 ], "the habit or speech defect of pronouncing s and z in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lisp",1,1,3 ], "the sound of a lisp in pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lisp",1,2,1 ], "to use a lisp in the pronunciation of (speech)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lisp",1,2,2 ], "to speak or pronounce imperfectly or haltingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lissom",1,1,1 ], "supple in the limbs or body; lithe; flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lissom",1,1,2 ], "agile; nimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list price",1,1,1 ], "the selling price of merchandise as quoted in a catalogue or advertisement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,1,1 ], "an item-by-item record of names or things, usually written or printed one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,1,1 ], "under the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,1,2 ], "be on the danger list| Informal| to be in a critical medical or physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,1,2 ], "condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,2,1 ], "to make a list of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,3,1 ], "to include in a list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,4,1 ], "the recognized market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,4,1 ], "to obtain an official quotation for (a security) so that it may be traded on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",1,4,2 ], "an archaic word for enlist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,1,1 ], "a border or edging strip, esp| of cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,1,2 ], "a less common word for selvage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,1,3 ], "a strip of bark, sapwood, etc|, trimmed from a board or plank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,1,4 ], "another word for fillet ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,1,5 ], "a strip, band, ridge or furrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,1,6 ], "a ridge in ploughed land formed by throwing two furrows together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,2,1 ], "to border with or as if with a list or lists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,2,2 ], "to plough (land) so as to form lists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",2,2,3 ], "to cut a list from (a board, plank, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",3,1,1 ], "(esp| of ships) to lean over or cause to lean over to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",3,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of leaning to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",4,1,1 ], "to be pleasing to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",4,2,1 ], "to desire or choose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",4,3,1 ], "a liking or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "list",5,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for listen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listed building",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a building officially recognized as having special historical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listed building",1,1,1 ], "architectural interest and therefore protected from demolition or alteration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "listel",1,1,1 ], "another name for fillet ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listen in",1,1,1 ], "to listen to the radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listen in",1,1,2 ], "to intercept radio communications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listen in",1,1,3 ], "to listen but not contribute (to a discussion), esp| surreptitiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listen",1,1,1 ], "to concentrate on hearing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listen",1,1,2 ], "to take heed; pay attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listening post",1,1,1 ], "a forward position set up to obtain early warning of enemy movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listening post",1,1,2 ], "any strategic position or place for obtaining information about another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listening post",1,1,2 ], "country or area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lister",1,1,1 ], "a plough with a double mouldboard designed to throw soil to either side of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lister",1,1,1 ], "central furrow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "listing",1,1,1 ], "a list or an entry in a list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "listless",1,1,1 ], "lacking vigour or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lists",1,1,1,1 ], "the enclosed field of combat at a tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lists",1,1,1,2 ], "the barriers enclosing the field at a tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lists",1,1,2 ], "any arena or scene of conflict, controversy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lists",1,1,3 ], "enter the lists| to engage in a conflict, controversy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lit up",1,1,1 ], "drunk|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lit",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of light'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lit",1,1,2 ], "an alternative past tense or past participle of light'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lit",2,1,1 ], "the monetary unit of Lithuania before 1940" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litany",1,1,1,1 ], "a form of prayer consisting of a series of invocations, each followed by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litany",1,1,1,1 ], "unvarying response" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litany",1,1,1,2 ], "Common Prayer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litany",1,1,1,2 ], "the Litany| the general supplication in this form included in the Book of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litany",1,1,2 ], "any long or tedious speech or recital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litchi",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese sapindaceous tree, Litchi chinensis, cultivated for its round edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litchi",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litchi",1,1,2 ], "dried or as a preserve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litchi",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which has whitish juicy pulp and is usually eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litchi",1,1,3 ], "litchi nut| the dried fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liter",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of litre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literacy",1,1,1 ], "the ability to read and write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literacy",1,1,2 ], "the ability to use language proficiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literae humaniores",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford University) the faculty concerned with Greek and Latin literature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literae humaniores",1,1,1 ], "ancient history, and philosophy classics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,1,1 ], "in exact accordance with or limited to the primary or explicit meaning of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,1,1 ], "word or text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,1,2 ], "word for word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,1,3 ], "dull, factual, or prosaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,1,4 ], "consisting of, concerning, or indicated by letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,1,5 ], "true; actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,1,6 ], "containing or using coefficients and constants represented by letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literal",1,2,1 ], "a misprint or misspelling in a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literalism",1,1,1 ], "the disposition to take words and statements in their literal sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literalism",1,1,2 ], "literal or realistic portrayal in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literally",1,1,1 ], "in a literal manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literally",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literary agent",1,1,1 ], "a person who manages the business affairs of an author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, concerned with, or characteristic of literature or scholarly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literary",1,1,1 ], "writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "literary",1,1,2 ], "versed in or knowledgeable about literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literary",1,1,3 ], "(of a word) formal; not colloquial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literate",1,1,1 ], "able to read and write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literate",1,1,2 ], "educated; learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literate",1,1,3 ], "used to words rather than numbers as a means of expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literate",1,2,1 ], "a literate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literati",1,1,1 ], "literary or scholarly people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literatim",1,1,1 ], "letter for letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literation",1,1,1 ], "the use of letters to represent sounds or words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literator",1,1,1 ], "another word for litterateur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literature",1,1,1 ], "written material such as poetry, novels, essays, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literature",1,1,2 ], "the body of written work of a particular culture or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literature",1,1,3 ], "written or printed matter of a particular type or genre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literature",1,1,4 ], "the art or profession of a writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "literature",1,1,5 ], "learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litharge",1,1,1 ], "another name for lead monoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithe",1,1,1 ], "flexible or supple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithesome",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for lissom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithia water",1,1,1 ], "a natural or artificial mineral water that contains lithium salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithia",1,1,1 ], "another name for lithium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithia",1,1,2 ], "lithium present in mineral waters as lithium salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithiasis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of a calculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or composed of stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a calculus or calculi, esp| one in the urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithic",1,1,3 ], "of or containing lithium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline compound| It absorbs carbon dioxide and water vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithium",1,1,1 ], "a soft silvery element of the alkali metal series: the lightest known metal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: 1317 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lithium",1,1,1 ], "no|: 3; atomic wt|: 6|941; valency: 1; relative density: 0|534; melting pt|: 179" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lithium",1,1,1 ], "used as an alloy hardener, as a reducing agent, and in batteries| Symbol: Li; atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litho",1,3,1 ], "short for lithography, lithograph, lithographic, or lithographically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litho-",1,1,1 ], "stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithograph",1,1,1 ], "a print made by lithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithograph",1,2,1 ], "to reproduce (pictures, text, etc|) by lithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithography",1,1,1 ], "a method of printing from a metal or stone surface on which the printing areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithography",1,1,1 ], "are not raised but made ink-receptive as opposed to ink-repellent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lithoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling stone or rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithology",1,1,1 ], "texture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lithology",1,1,1 ], "the physical characteristics of a rock, including colour, composition, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithology",1,1,2 ], "the study of rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithol|",1,1,1 ], "lithology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithomarge",1,1,1 ], "a smooth compact type of kaolin: white or reddish and often mottled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithometeor",1,1,1 ], "a mass of solid particles, such as dust, sand, etc|, suspended in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithometeor",1,1,1 ], "atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lithophyte",1,1,1 ], "a plant that grows on rocky or stony ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithophyte",1,1,2 ], "an organism, such as a coral, that is partly composed of stony material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithopone",1,1,1 ], "a white pigment consisting of a mixture of zinc sulphide, zinc oxide, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithopone",1,1,1 ], "barium sulphate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lithosol",1,1,1 ], "a type of azonal soil consisting chiefly of unweathered or partly weathered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithosol",1,1,1 ], "rock fragments, usually found on steep slopes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lithosphere",1,1,1 ], "superficial deposits of soil, drift, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lithosphere",1,1,1 ], "the rigid outer layer of the earth's crust, consisting of rocks and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithosphere",1,1,2 ], "the earth's crust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithotomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical removal of a calculus, esp| one in the urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithotrity",1,1,1 ], "the crushing of a calculus in the bladder so that it can be expelled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lithotrity",1,1,1 ], "urinating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litho|",1,1,1 ], "lithograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litho|",1,1,2 ], "lithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lith|",1,1,1 ], "lithograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lith|",1,1,2 ], "lithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigable",1,1,1 ], "that may be the subject of litigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigant",1,1,1 ], "a party to a lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigant",1,2,1 ], "engaged in litigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigate",1,1,1 ], "to bring or contest (a claim, action, etc|) in a lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigate",1,2,1 ], "to engage in legal proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of bringing or contesting a lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigation",1,1,2 ], "a judicial proceeding or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigious",1,1,1 ], "excessively ready to go to law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigious",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to litigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litigious",1,1,3 ], "inclined to dispute or disagree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litmus",1,1,1 ], "a soluble powder obtained from certain lichens| It turns red under acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litmus",1,1,1 ], "conditions and blue under basic conditions and is used as an indicator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litotes",1,1,1 ], "understatement for rhetorical effect, esp| when achieved by using negation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litotes",1,1,1 ], "upset for She was extremely upset" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "litotes",1,1,1 ], "with a term in place of using an antonym of that term, as in She was not a little" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litre",1,1,1 ], "millimetres of mercury| 1 litre is equivalent to 1|000,028 cubic decimetres or about 1|76" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litre",1,1,1 ], "pints" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "litre",1,1,1 ], "the volume occupied by 1 kilogram of pure water at 4 degrees C and 760" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litre",1,1,2 ], "one cubic decimetre| 55" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter lout",1,1,1 ], "a person who tends to drop refuse in public places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,1,1 ], "small refuse or waste materials carelessly dropped, esp| in public places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,2 ], "a disordered or untidy condition or a collection of objects in this condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,3 ], "a group of offspring produced at one birth by a mammal such as a sow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,4 ], "a layer of partly decomposed leaves, twigs, etc|, on the ground in a wood or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,4 ], "forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,5 ], "or plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,5 ], "straw, hay, or similar material used as bedding, protection, etc|, by animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,6 ], "a means of conveying people, esp| sick or wounded people, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,1,6 ], "light bed or seat held between parallel sticks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,2,1 ], "to make (a place) untidy by strewing (refuse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,2,2 ], "(anything) in an untidy fashion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,2,2 ], "to scatter (objects, etc|) about or (of objects) to lie around or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,2,3 ], "(of pigs, cats, etc|) to give birth to (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "litter",1,3,1 ], "to provide (an animal or plant) with straw or hay for bedding, protection," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little end",1,1,1 ], "the smaller end of a connecting rod in an internal-combustion engine or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little end",1,1,2 ], "gudgeon pin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "little end",1,1,2 ], "the bearing surface between the smaller end of a connecting rod and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little grebe",1,1,1 ], "a small brownish European diving bird, Podiceps ruficollis, frequenting lakes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little grebe",1,1,1 ], "family Podicipitidae (grebes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "little hours",1,1,1 ], "the canonical hours of prime, terce, sext, and nones in the divine office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little magazine",1,1,1 ], "a limited number of readers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "little magazine",1,1,1 ], "a literary magazine that features experimental or other writing of interest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little man",1,1,1 ], "a man of no importance or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little man",1,1,2 ], "a tradesman or artisan operating on a small scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little office",1,1,1 ], "a series of psalms and prayers similar to the divine office but shorter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little owl",1,1,1 ], "a small Old World owl, Athene noctua, having a speckled brown plumage and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little owl",1,1,1 ], "flattish head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "little people",1,1,1 ], "small supernatural beings, such as elves, pixies, or leprechauns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little slam",1,1,1 ], "the winning of all tricks except one by one side, or the contract to do so|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little theatre",1,1,1 ], "experimental or avant-garde drama originating from a theatrical movement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little theatre",1,1,1 ], "the 1920s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "little woman",1,1,1 ], "Brit|, old fashioned| a facetious term for wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by a)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,1,1 ], "a small quantity, extent, or duration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,1,2 ], "save a little for me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,2 ], "not much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,3 ], "make little of| to regard or treat as insignificant; dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,4 ], "not a little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,4,1 ], "very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,4,2 ], "a lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,5 ], "quite a little| a considerable amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,1,6 ], "think little of| to have a low opinion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,2,1 ], "of small or less than average size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,2,2 ], "young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,2,3 ], "endearingly familiar; dear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,2,4 ], "contemptible, mean, or disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,2,5 ], "(of a region or district) resembling another country or town in miniature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,2,6 ], "little game| a person's secret intention or business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,2,7 ], "no little| considerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,3,1 ], "(usually preceded by a) in a small amount; to a small extent or degree; not a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,3,1 ], "lot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,3,2 ], "not at all, or hardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,3,3 ], "not much or often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "little",1,3,4 ], "little by little| by small degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "littler",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "littlest",1,1,1 ], "the superlative of little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "littoral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the shore of a sea, lake, or ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "littoral",1,1,2 ], "inhabiting the shore of a sea or lake or the shallow waters near the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "littoral",1,2,1 ], "a coastal or shore region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "littrateur",1,1,1 ], "an author, esp| a professional writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liturgical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to public worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liturgical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the liturgy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liturgics",1,1,1 ], "the study of liturgies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liturgist",1,1,1 ], "a student or composer of liturgical forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liturgy",1,1,1 ], "the forms of public services officially prescribed by a Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liturgy",1,1,2 ], "Chiefly Eastern Churches| the Eucharistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liturgy",1,1,2 ], "celebration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liturgy",1,1,3 ], "a particular order or form of public service laid down by a Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lit|",1,1,1 ], "literal(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lit|",1,1,2 ], "literary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lit|",1,1,3 ], "literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livable",1,1,1 ], "(of a room, house, etc|) suitable for living in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livable",1,1,2 ], "worth living; tolerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livable",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by with) pleasant to live (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live centre",1,1,1 ], "a conically pointed rod mounted in the headstock of a lathe that locates and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live centre",1,1,1 ], "turns with the workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "live down",1,1,1 ], "forget or forgive it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "live down",1,1,1 ], "to withstand the effects of (a crime, mistake, etc|) by waiting until others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live in",1,1,1 ], "(of an employee)to dwell at (or away from) one's place of employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live load",1,1,1 ], "a variable weight on a structure, such as moving traffic on a bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live oak(la$Iv)" ,1, 1, 1],"a hard-wooded evergreen oak, Quercus virginianus, of S North America: used for",1). c_DEF([ "live oak(la$Iv)" ,1, 1, 1],"shipbuilding",2). c_DEF([ "live steam",1,1,1 ], "performed any work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "live steam",1,1,1 ], "steam supplied directly from a boiler at full pressure, before it has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live together",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of an unmarried couple) to dwell in the same house or flat cohabit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live trap" ,1, 1, 1],"a box constructed to trap an animal without injuring it",1). c_DEF([ "live trap" ,1, 1, 1],"to catch (an animal) in such a box",1). c_DEF([ "live up",1,1,1 ], "to fulfil (an expectation, obligation, principle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live up",1,1,2 ], "live it up| Informal| to enjoy oneself, esp| flamboyantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live wire",1,1,1 ], "an energetic or enterprising person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live wire",1,1,2 ], "a wire carrying an electric current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,1 ], "to show the characteristics of life; be alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,2 ], "to remain alive or in existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,3 ], "to exist in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,4 ], "(usually foll| by in or at) to reside or dwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by on) to continue or last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,6 ], "(usually foll| by by) to order one's life (according to a certain philosophy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,6 ], "religion, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,7 ], "(foll| by on, upon, or by) to support one's style of life; subsist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,8 ], "(foll| by with) to endure the effects (of a crime, mistake, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,1,9 ], "(foll| by through) to experience and survive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,2,1 ], "to pass or spend (one's life, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,2,2 ], "to enjoy life to the full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,3,1 ], "to put into practice in one's daily life; express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,3,2 ], "live and let live| to refrain from interfering in others' lives; to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,3,2 ], "tolerant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "live",1,3,3 ], "where one lives| U|S| informal| in one's sensitive or defenceless position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,1 ], "showing the characteristics of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,10 ], "connected to a source of electric power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,11 ], "(esp| of a colour or tone) brilliant or splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,12 ], "(of a ball) in play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,13 ], "(of rocks, ores, etc|) not quarried or mined; native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,14 ], "being in a state of motion or transmitting power; positively connected to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,14 ], "driving member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,14,1 ], "(of copy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,15 ], "not yet having been set into type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,15,2 ], "(of type that has been set) still in use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or abounding in life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,3 ], "of current interest; controversial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,4 ], "actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,5 ], "full of life and energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,6 ], "(of a coal, ember, etc|) glowing or burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,7 ], "(esp| of a volcano) not extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,8 ], "loaded or capable of exploding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,9 ], "recording|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "live",2,1,9 ], "transmitted or present at the time of performance, rather than being a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "live-bearer",1,1,1 ], "a fish, esp| a cyprinodont, that gives birth to living young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livelihood",1,1,1 ], "occupation or employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livelong",1,1,1 ], "(of time) long or seemingly long, esp| in a tedious way (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livelong",1,1,1 ], "all the livelong day)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "livelong",1,1,2 ], "whole; entire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livelong",1,2,1 ], "another name for orpine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liven",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to make or become lively enliven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver extract",1,1,1 ], "B12: sometimes used to treat pernicious anaemia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liver extract",1,1,1 ], "an extract of raw mammalian liver containing a high concentration of vitamin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver fluke",1,1,1 ], "any of various parasitic flatworms, esp| Fasciola hepatica, that inhabit the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver fluke",1,1,1 ], "bile ducts of sheep, cattle, etc|, and have a complex life cycle: class Digenea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liver of sulphur",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of potassium sulphides used as a fungicide and insecticide and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver of sulphur",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of skin diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liver salts",1,1,1 ], "a preparation of mineral salts used to treat indigestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver sausage",1,1,1 ], "a sausage made of or containing liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver",1,1,1 ], "It secretes bile, stores glycogen, and detoxifies certain poisons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "liver",1,1,1 ], "a multilobed highly vascular reddish-brown glandular organ occupying most of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver",1,1,1 ], "the upper right part of the human abdominal cavity immediately below the diaphragm|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liver",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding organ in animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver",1,1,3 ], "the liver of certain animals used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver",1,1,4 ], "a reddish-brown colour, sometimes with a greyish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liver",2,1,1 ], "a person who lives in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liveried",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of servants or footmen) wearing livery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liverish",1,1,1 ], "having a disorder of the liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liverish",1,1,2 ], "disagreeable; peevish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liverwort",1,1,1 ], "any bryophyte plant of the class Hepaticae, growing in wet places and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liverwort",1,1,1 ], "resembling green seaweeds or leafy mosses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "livery company",1,1,1 ], "craft guilds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "livery company",1,1,1 ], "one of the chartered companies of the City of London originating from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery stable",1,1,1 ], "a stable where horses are accommodated and from which they may be hired out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,1 ], "servants of a feudal lord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,1 ], "the identifying uniform, badge, etc|, of a member of a guild or one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,2 ], "a uniform worn by some menservants and chauffeurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,3 ], "an individual or group that wears such a uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,4 ], "distinctive dress or outward appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,4,1 ], "the stabling, keeping, or hiring out of horses for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,5 ], "at livery| being kept in a livery stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",1,1,6 ], "an ancient method of conveying freehold land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",2,1,1 ], "of or resembling liver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livery",2,1,2 ], "another word for liverish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liveryman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a livery company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liveryman",1,1,2 ], "a worker in a livery stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lives",1,1,1 ], "the plural of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livestock",1,1,1 ], "cattle, horses, poultry, and similar animals kept for domestic use but not as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livestock",1,1,1 ], "pets, esp| on a farm or ranch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "liveware",1,1,1 ], "the programmers, systems analysts, operating staff, and other personnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "liveware",1,1,1 ], "working in a computer system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "livid",1,1,1 ], "(of the skin) discoloured, as from a bruise or contusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livid",1,1,2 ], "of a greyish tinge or colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livid",1,1,3 ], "angry or furious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living death",1,1,1 ], "a life or lengthy experience of constant misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living fossil",1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant, such as the coelacanth and ginkgo, belonging to a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living fossil",1,1,1 ], "most of whose members are extinct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "living picture",1,1,1 ], "another term for tableau vivant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living room",1,1,1 ], "a room in a private house or flat used for relaxation and entertainment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living room",1,1,1 ], "guests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "living wage",1,1,1 ], "a wage adequate to permit a man and his family to live in reasonable comfort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,1,1 ], "possessing life; not dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,1,2 ], "the living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,2 ], "having the characteristics of life (used esp| to distinguish organisms from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,2 ], "nonliving matter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,3 ], "currently in use or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,4 ], "seeming to be real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,5 ], "(of animals or plants) existing in the present age; extant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,6 ], "another word for live ,2,13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,7 ], "presented by actors before a live audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,1,8 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,2,1 ], "the condition of being alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,2,2 ], "the manner in which one conducts his or her life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,2,3 ], "the means, esp| the financial means, whereby one lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,2,4 ], "another term for benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,2,5 ], "of, involving, or characteristic of everyday life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "living",1,2,6 ], "of or involving those now alive (esp| in the phrase living memory)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livraison",1,1,1 ], "one of the numbers of a book published in parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "livre",1,1,1 ], "a former French unit of money of account, equal to 1 pound of silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lixiviate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for leach ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lixivium",1,1,1 ], "the alkaline solution obtained by leaching wood ash with water; lye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lixivium",1,1,2 ], "any solution obtained by leaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lizard fish",1,1,1 ], "any small teleost fish of the family Synodontidae, having a slender body and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lizard fish",1,1,1 ], "lizard-like head and living at the bottom of warm seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lizard",1,1,1 ], "Lacertidae (Old World lizards), typically having an elongated body, four limbs, and a long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lizard",1,1,1 ], "any reptile of the suborder Lacertilia (or Sauria), esp| those of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lizard",1,1,1 ], "tail: includes the geckos, iguanas, chameleons, monitors, and slow worms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lizard",1,1,1,1 ], "leather made from the skin of such an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lizard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "llama",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated South American cud-chewing mammal, Lama glama (or L| peruana)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "llama",1,1,1 ], "family Camelidae (camels)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "llama",1,1,1 ], "that is used as a beast of burden and is valued for its hair, flesh, and hide:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "llama",1,1,2 ], "the cloth made from the wool of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "llama",1,1,3 ], "any other animal of the genus Lama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "llano",1,1,1 ], "an extensive grassy treeless plain, esp| in South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ller",1,1,1 ], "an Austrian country dance in which couples spin and clap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ller",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance, in three-four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ller",1,1,2 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ll|",1,1,1 ], "lines (of written matter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lm",1,1,1 ], "lumen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ln",1,1,1 ], "(natural) logarithm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lo",1,1,1 ], "Look! See!(now often in the phrase lo and behold)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loach",1,1,1 ], "and Africa, having a long narrow body with barbels around the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loach",1,1,1 ], "any carp-like freshwater cyprinoid fish of the family Cobitidae, of Eurasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load displacement",1,1,1 ], "summer load line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "load displacement",1,1,1 ], "the total weight of a cargo vessel loaded so that its waterline reaches the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load factor",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the average electric load to the peak load over a period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load factor",1,1,1,1 ], "the ratio of a given external load to the weight of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load factor",1,1,1,2 ], "payload" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "load factor",1,1,1,2 ], "the actual payload carried by an aircraft as a percentage of its maximum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load line",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of lines painted on the hull of a ship, usually near the bow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load line",1,1,1 ], "indicating the various levels that the waterline should reach if the ship is properly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "load line",1,1,1 ], "loaded under given circumstances" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "load shedding",1,1,1 ], "area to avoid overloading the generators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "load shedding",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of temporarily reducing the supply of electricity to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,1 ], "something to be borne or conveyed; weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,1,1 ], "the usual amount borne or conveyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,1,2 ], "a carload" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,10 ], "have a load on| U|S| slang| to be intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,11 ], "shoot one's load| Taboo slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,12 ], "(of a man) to ejaculate at orgasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,2 ], "something that weighs down, oppresses, or burdens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,3 ], "a single charge of a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,4 ], "the weight that is carried by a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,4,1 ], "a device that receives or dissipates the power from an amplifier, oscillator," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,4,1 ], "generator, or some other source of signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,4,2 ], "the power delivered by a machine, generator, circuit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,5 ], "the weight of a component in a mechanism or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,6 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,6 ], "the resistance overcome by an engine or motor when it is driving a machine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,7 ], "an external force applied to a component or mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,8 ], "a load of| Informal| a quantity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,1,9 ], "get a load of| Informal| pay attention to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,1 ], "to place or receive (cargo, goods, etc|) upon (a ship, lorry, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,10 ], "to increase the power output of (an electric circuit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,11 ], "to increase the work required from (an engine or motor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,12 ], "to apply force to (a mechanism or component)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,13 ], "to transfer (a program) to a memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,14 ], "load the dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,14,1 ], "to add weights to dice in order to bias them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,14,2 ], "to arrange to have a favourable or unfavourable position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,2 ], "to burden or oppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,3 ], "to cause to be prejudicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,4 ], "to put an ammunition charge into (a firearm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,5 ], "to position (a film, cartridge, or plate) in (a camera)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,6 ], "to weight or bias (a roulette wheel, dice, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,7 ], "to increase (a premium) to cover expenses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,8 ], "to draw power from (an electrical device, such as a generator)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,9 ], "effectiveness as a radiation shield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "load",1,2,9 ], "to add material of high atomic number to (concrete) to increase its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaded",1,1,1 ], "carrying a load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaded",1,1,2 ], "(of dice, a roulette wheel, etc|) weighted or otherwise biased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaded",1,1,3 ], "(of a question or statement) meant to mislead or elicit a desired response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaded",1,1,4 ], "charged with ammunition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaded",1,1,5 ], "wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaded",1,2,1,1 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaded",1,2,1,2 ], "drugged; influenced by drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loader",1,1,1 ], "a person who loads a gun or other firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loader",1,1,2 ], "designating a firearm or machine loaded in a particular way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading coil",1,1,1 ], "an inductance coil inserted at regular intervals and in series with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading coil",1,1,1 ], "conductors of a transmission line in order to improve its characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,1 ], "a load or burden; weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,2 ], "line or aerial, to improve its performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,2 ], "the addition of an inductance to electrical equipment, such as a transmission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,3 ], "an addition to an insurance premium to cover expenses, provide a safer profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,3 ], "margin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,4 ], "loading), wing area (wing loading), or some other parameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,4 ], "the ratio of the gross weight of an aircraft to its engine power (power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,5 ], "score derived from a psychological test" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,5 ], "the correlation of a factor, such as a personality trait, with a performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,6 ], "material, such as china clay or size, added to paper, textiles, or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,6 ], "materials to produce a smooth surface, increase weight, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,7 ], "a payment made in addition to a basic wage or salary to reward special skills," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loading",1,1,7 ], "compensate for unfavourable conditions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loads" ,1, 1, 1],"(often foll| by of) a lot",1). c_DEF([ "loads" ,1, 2, 2],"thanks loads",1). c_DEF([ "loadstar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lodestar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loadstone",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lodestone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaf",1,1,1 ], "a shaped mass of baked bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaf",1,1,2 ], "any shaped or moulded mass of food, such as sugar, cooked meat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaf",1,1,3 ], "the head; sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaf",2,1,1 ], "to loiter or lounge around in an idle way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaf",2,2,1 ], "to spend (time) idly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loafer",1,1,1 ], "a person who avoids work; idler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loafer",1,1,2 ], "a moccasin-like shoe for casual wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loam",1,1,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loam",1,1,1 ], "rich soil consisting of a mixture of sand, clay, and decaying organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loam",1,1,2 ], "a paste of clay and sand used for making moulds in a foundry, plastering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loam",1,1,2 ], "walls, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loam",1,2,1 ], "to cover, treat, or fill with loam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loan collection",1,1,1 ], "a number of works of art lent by their owners for a temporary public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loan collection",1,1,1 ], "exhibition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loan shark",1,1,1 ], "a person who lends funds at illegal or exorbitant rates of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loan translation",1,1,1 ], "foreign language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "loan translation",1,1,1 ], "literal translations of the components of a corresponding phrase or compound in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loan translation",1,1,1 ], "the adoption by one language of a phrase or compound word whose components are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loan word",1,1,1 ], "a word adopted, often with some modification of its form, from one language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loan word",1,1,1 ], "into another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"property lent, esp| money lent at interest for a period of time",1). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 1],"the act of lending",1). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 2],"language",2). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 2],"the adoption by speakers of one language of a form current in another",1). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,loan word",1). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"lent out; borrowed",1). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"(esp| of personnel) transferred from a regular post to a temporary one",1). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"elsewhere",2). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 1, 4],"on loan",1). c_DEF([ "loan" ,1, 2, 1],"to lend (something, esp| money)",1). c_DEF([ "loaning",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaning",1,1,2 ], "a lane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaning",1,1,3 ], "a place where cows are milked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loath",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to) reluctant or unwilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loath",1,1,2 ], "nothing loath| willing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loathe",1,1,1 ], "to feel strong hatred or disgust for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loathing",1,1,1 ], "abhorrence; disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loathly",1,1,1 ], "with reluctance; unwillingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loathly",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for loathsome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loathsome",1,1,1 ], "causing loathing; abhorrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loaves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of loaf'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lob" ,1, 1, 1],"a ball struck in a high arc",1). c_DEF([ "lob" ,1, 1, 2],"a ball bowled in a slow high arc",1). c_DEF([ "lob" ,1, 2, 1],"to hit or kick a ball in a high arc",1). c_DEF([ "lob" ,1, 2, 2],"to throw",1). c_DEF([ "lob",2,1,1 ], "short for lobworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobar",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting a lobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobate",1,1,1 ], "having or resembling lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobate",1,1,2 ], "(of birds) having separate toes that are each fringed with a weblike lobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 1, 1],"a room or corridor used as an entrance hall, vestibule, etc",1). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 1, 2],"a hall in a legislative building used for meetings between the legislators and",1). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 1, 2],"members of the public",2). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 1, 3],"one of two corridors in a legislative building in which members vote",1). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 1, 4],"a group of persons who attempt to influence legislators on behalf of a",1). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 1, 4],"particular interest",2). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 2, 1],"to attempt to influence (legislators, etc|) in the formulation of policy",1). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 2, 2],"to act in the manner of a lobbyist",1). c_DEF([ "lobby" ,1, 2, 3],"to apply pressure or influence for the passage of (a bill, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "lobbyist",1,1,1 ], "a person employed by a particular interest to lobby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,1 ], "any rounded projection forming part of a larger structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,2 ], "any of the subdivisions of a bodily organ or part, delineated by shape or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,2 ], "connective tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,3 ], "short for ear lobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,4 ], "any of the loops that form part of the graphic representation of the radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,4 ], "pattern of a transmitting aerial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,5 ], "any of the parts, not entirely separate from each other, into which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobe",1,1,5 ], "flattened plant part, such as a leaf, is divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lobectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of a lobe from any organ or gland in the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobelia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Lobelia, having red, blue, white, or yellow five-lobed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobelia",1,1,1 ], "flowers with the three lower lobes forming a lip: family Lobeliaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lobeline",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline alkaloid extracted from the seeds of the Indian tobacco plant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobeline",1,1,1 ], "used as a smoking deterrent and respiratory stimulant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loblolly boy",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a boy or man acting as a medical orderly on board ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loblolly",1,1,1 ], "a southern U|S| pine tree, Pinus taeda, with bright red-brown bark, green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loblolly",1,1,1 ], "needle-like leaves, and reddish-brown cones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loblolly",1,1,2 ], "a thick gruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loblolly",1,1,3 ], "dialect," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loblolly",1,1,4 ], "a mire; mudhole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobo",1,1,1 ], "another name for timber wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobola",1,1,1 ], "(in southern Africa) an African custom by which a bridegroom's family makes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobola",1,1,1 ], "payment in cattle or cash to the bride's family shortly before the marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lobotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into a lobe of any organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobotomy",1,1,2 ], "brain: used in the treatment of intractable mental disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lobotomy",1,1,2 ], "surgical interruption of one or more nerve tracts in the frontal lobe of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobscouse",1,1,1 ], "a sailor's stew of meat, vegetables, and hardtack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobster Newburg",1,1,1 ], "lobster cooked in a rich cream sauce flavoured with sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobster pot",1,1,1 ], "a round basket or trap made of open slats used to catch lobsters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobster thermidor",1,1,1 ], "a dish of cooked lobster, replaced in its shell with a creamy cheese sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobster",1,1,1 ], "any of several large marine decapod crustaceans of the genus Homarus, esp| H|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobster",1,1,1 ], "pincers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lobster",1,1,1 ], "vulgaris, occurring on rocky shores and having the first pair of limbs modified as large" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lobster",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar crustaceans, esp| the spiny lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobster",1,1,3 ], "the flesh of any of these crustaceans, eaten as a delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobule" ,1, 1, 1],"a small lobe or a subdivision of a lobe",1). c_DEF([ "lobworm",1,1,1 ], "another name for lugworm|Sometimes shortened to lob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lobworm",1,1,2 ], "a large earthworm used as bait in fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local anaesthetic",1,1,1 ], "a drug that produces local anaesthesia| Often shortened to local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local authority",1,1,1 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "local authority",1,1,1 ], "the governing body of a county, district, etc| U|S| equivalent: local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local colour",1,1,1 ], "the characteristic features or atmosphere of a place or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local examinations",1,1,1 ], "any of various examinations, such as the G|C|E|, set by university boards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local examinations",1,1,1 ], "conducted in local centres, schools, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "local government",1,1,1 ], "government of the affairs of counties, towns, etc|, by locally elected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local government",1,1,1 ], "political bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "local government",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| equivalent of local authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local option",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S| and Scotland) the privilege of a municipality, county, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local option",1,1,1 ], "to determine by referendum whether a particular activity shall be permitted there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "local oscillator",1,1,1,1 ], "intermediate frequency" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "local oscillator",1,1,1,1 ], "the oscillator in a superheterodyne receiver whose output frequency is mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local oscillator",1,1,1,1 ], "with the incoming modulated radio-frequency carrier signal to produce the required" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "local oscillator",1,1,1,2 ], "an oscillator in any similar device, such as a frequency discriminator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local time",1,1,1 ], "meridian passing through it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "local time",1,1,1 ], "the time in a particular region or area expressed with reference to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or associated with a particular locality or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or relating to a particular place or point in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,1,3 ], "of, affecting, or confined to a limited area or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,1,4 ], "(of a train, bus, etc|) stopping at all stations or stops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,2,1 ], "a train, bus, etc|, that stops at all stations or stops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,2,2 ], "an inhabitant of a specified locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,2,3 ], "a pub close to one's home or place of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,2,4 ], "short for local anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,2,5 ], "an item of local interest in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "local",1,2,6 ], "a local or regional branch of an association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locale",1,1,1 ], "a place or area, esp| with reference to events connected with it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "localism",1,1,1 ], "a pronunciation, phrase, etc|, peculiar to a particular locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "localism",1,1,2 ], "another word for provincialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locality",1,1,1 ], "a neighbourhood or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locality",1,1,2 ], "the site or scene of an event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locality",1,1,3 ], "the fact or condition of having a location or position in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "localize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become local in attitude, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "localize",1,2,1 ], "to restrict or confine (something) to a particular area or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "localize",1,3,1 ], "to assign or ascribe to a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locally",1,1,1 ], "within a particular area or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locate",1,1,1 ], "to discover the position, situation, or whereabouts of; find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locate",1,2,1 ], "to situate or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locate",1,3,1 ], "to become established or settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,1 ], "a site or position; situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of locating or the state of being located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,3 ], "a place outside a studio where filming is done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,4 ], "(in South Africa)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,4,1 ], "a Black African or Coloured township, usually located near a small town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,4,2 ], "a Black African tribal reserve in the E Cape Province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,5 ], "a position in a memory capable of holding a unit of information, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,5 ], "word, and identified by its address" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,6 ], "law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "location",1,1,7 ], "the letting out on hire of a chattel or of personal services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locative",1,1,1 ], "(of a word or phrase) indicating place or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locative",1,1,2 ], "denoting a case of nouns, etc|, that refers to the place at which the action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locative",1,1,2 ], "described by the verb occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locative",1,2,1,1 ], "the locative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locative",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in this case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loch",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loch",1,1,2 ], "a long narrow bay or arm of the sea in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lochia",1,1,1 ], "a vaginal discharge of cellular debris, mucus, and blood following childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loci",1,1,1 ], "a plural of locus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock on to",1,1,1 ], "(of a radar beam) to automatically follow (a target)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock out" ,1, 1, 1],"to prevent from entering by locking a door",1). c_DEF([ "lock out" ,1, 1, 2],"closing a factory",2). c_DEF([ "lock out" ,1, 1, 2],"to prevent (employees) from working during an industrial dispute, as by",1). c_DEF([ "lock step",1,1,1 ], "a method of marching in step such that the men follow one another as closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock step",1,1,1 ], "as possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock stitch",1,1,1 ], "a sewing-machine stitch in which the top thread interlocks with the bobbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock stitch",1,1,1 ], "thread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock up" ,1, 1, 1],"to imprison or confine",1). c_DEF([ "lock up" ,1, 1, 2],"to lock or secure the doors, windows, etc|, of (a building)",1). c_DEF([ "lock up" ,1, 2, 1],"to keep or store securely",1). c_DEF([ "lock up" ,1, 3, 1],"to invest (funds) so that conversion into cash is difficult",1). c_DEF([ "lock up" ,1, 3, 2],"tightening the quoins",2). c_DEF([ "lock up" ,1, 3, 2],"to secure (type, etc|) in a chase or in the bed of the printing machine by",1). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,1 ], "a device fitted to a gate, door, drawer, lid, etc|, to keep it firmly closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,1 ], "and often to prevent access by unauthorized persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,2 ], "a similar device attached to a machine, vehicle, etc|, to prevent use by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,2 ], "unauthorized persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,2,1 ], "a section of a canal or river that may be closed off by gates to control the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,2,1 ], "water level and the raising and lowering of vessels that pass through it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,3 ], "the jamming, fastening, or locking together of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,4 ], "the extent to which a vehicle's front wheels will turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,5 ], "a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,6 ], "lock, stock, and barrel| completely; entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,7 ], "and twists it or otherwise exerts pressure upon it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,7 ], "any wrestling hold in which a wrestler seizes a part of his opponent's body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,7,1 ], "the player at the back of a scrum who holds the forwards in the second row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,7,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,7,2 ], "this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,8 ], "a gas bubble in a hydraulic system or a liquid bubble in a pneumatic system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,1,8 ], "that stops or interferes with the fluid flow in a pipe, capillary, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,2,1 ], "lock, bolt, etc|, so as to prevent entry or exit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,2,1 ], "to fasten (a door, gate, etc|) or (of a door, etc|) to become fastened with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,3,1 ], "to secure (a building) by locking all doors, windows, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,3,2 ], "to fix or become fixed together securely or inextricably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,3,3 ], "to become or cause to become rigid or immovable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,3,4 ], "(when tr|, often passive) to clasp or entangle (someone or each other) in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,3,4 ], "struggle or embrace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,4,1 ], "to furnish (a canal) with locks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,5,1 ], "to move (a vessel) through a system of locks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,5,2 ], "lock horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,5,3 ], "(esp| of two equally matched opponents) to become engaged in argument or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,5,3 ], "battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,5,4 ], "lock the stable door after the horse has bolted or been stolen| to take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",1,5,4 ], "precautions after harm has been done" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lock",2,1,1 ], "a strand, curl, or cluster of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",2,1,2 ], "a tuft or wisp of wool, cotton, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lock",2,1,3 ], "hair, esp| when curly or fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lockage",1,1,1 ], "a system of locks in a canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lockage",1,1,2 ], "passage through a lock or the fee charged for such passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locker",1,1,1,1 ], "a small compartment or drawer that may be locked, as one of several in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locker",1,1,1,1 ], "gymnasium, etc|, for clothes and valuables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locker",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locker",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that locks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locker",1,1,3 ], "a refrigerated compartment for keeping frozen foods, esp| one rented in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locker",1,1,3 ], "establishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locket",1,1,1 ], "a small ornamental case, usually on a necklace or chain, that holds a picture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locket",1,1,1 ], "keepsake, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lockjaw",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for trismus and (often)tetanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locknut",1,1,1 ], "a supplementary nut screwed down upon a primary nut to prevent it from shaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locknut",1,1,1 ], "loose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locknut",1,1,2 ], "a threaded nut having a feature, such as a nylon insert, to prevent it from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locknut",1,1,2 ], "shaking loose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locksmith",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or repairs locks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loco disease",1,1,1 ], "a disease of cattle, sheep, and horses characterized by paralysis and faulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loco disease",1,1,1 ], "vision, caused by ingestion of locoweed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loco" ,2, 1, 1],"insane",1). c_DEF([ "loco" ,2, 1, 2],"(of an animal) affected with loco disease",1). c_DEF([ "loco" ,2, 2, 1],"cos",1). c_DEF([ "loco" ,2, 2, 2],"short for locoweed",1). c_DEF([ "loco" ,2, 3, 1],"to poison with locoweed",1). c_DEF([ "loco" ,2, 3, 2],"to make insane",1). c_DEF([ "loco",1,1,1 ], "short for locomotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locoism",1,1,1 ], "another word for loco disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locoman",1,1,1 ], "a railwayman, esp| an engine-driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotion",1,1,1 ], "the act, fact, ability, or power of moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotive",1,1,1,1 ], "locomotive engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotive",1,1,2 ], "a self-propelled engine driven by steam, electricity, or diesel power and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotive",1,1,2 ], "for drawing trains along railway tracks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locomotive",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotive",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to locomotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotive",1,2,2 ], "moving or able to move, as by self-propulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotor ataxia",1,1,1 ], "another name for tabes dorsalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locomotor",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to locomotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locoweed",1,1,1 ], "Astragalus of W North America that cause loco disease in horses, cattle, and sheep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locoweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several perennial leguminous plants of the genera Oxytropis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locular",1,1,1 ], "divided into compartments by septa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locule",1,1,1 ], "any of the chambers of an ovary or anther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locule",1,1,2 ], "any small cavity or chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locum tenens",1,1,1 ], "a person who stands in temporarily for another member of the same profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locus classicus",1,1,1 ], "an authoritative and often quoted passage from a standard work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locus sigilli",1,1,1 ], "the place to which the seal is affixed on legal documents, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locus standi",1,1,1 ], "the right of a party to appear and be heard before a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locus",1,1,1 ], "(in many legal phrases) a place or area, esp| the place where something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locus",1,1,1 ], "occurred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locus",1,1,2 ], "a set of points or lines whose location satisfies or is determined by one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locus",1,1,2 ], "more specified conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locus",1,1,3 ], "the position of a particular gene on a chromosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locust bird",1,1,1 ], "any of various pratincoles, esp| Glareola nordmanni , that feed on locusts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locust",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous orthopterous insects of the genera Locusta, Melanoplus, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locust",1,1,1 ], "in vast swarms, stripping large areas of vegetation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "locust",1,1,1 ], "such as L| migratoria, of warm and tropical regions of the Old World, which travels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locust",1,1,2 ], "a North American leguminous tree, Robinia pseudoacacia, having prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locust",1,1,2 ], "branches, hanging clusters of white fragrant flowers, and reddish-brown seed pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "locust",1,1,3 ], "the yellowish durable wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locust",1,1,4 ], "any of several similar trees, such as the honey locust and carob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locution",1,1,1 ], "a word, phrase, or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "locution",1,1,2 ], "manner or style of speech or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loc| cit|(in textual annotation)" ,1, 1, 1],"loco citato",1). c_DEF([ "lode",1,1,1 ], "a deposit of valuable ore occurring between definite limits in the surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lode",1,1,1 ], "rock; vein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lode",1,1,2 ], "a deposit of metallic ore filling a fissure in the surrounding rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loden",1,1,1 ], "a thick, heavily filled wool with a short pile, used for coats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodestar",1,1,1 ], "a star, esp| the North Star, used in navigation or astronomy as a point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodestar",1,1,1 ], "reference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lodestar",1,1,2 ], "something that serves as a guide or model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodestone",1,1,1,1 ], "magnetite that is naturally magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodestone",1,1,1,2 ], "a piece of this, which can be used as a magnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodestone",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing regarded as a focus of attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,1 ], "a small house at the entrance to the grounds of a country mansion, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,1 ], "occupied by a gatekeeper or gardener" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,10 ], "(at Cambridge University) the residence of the head of a college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,2 ], "a house or cabin used occasionally, as for some seasonal activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,3 ], "a central building in a resort, camp, or park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,4 ], "a large house or hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,5 ], "a room for the use of porters in a university, college, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,6 ], "a local branch or chapter of certain societies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,7 ], "the building used as the meeting place of such a society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,8 ], "beavers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,8 ], "the dwelling place of certain animals, esp| the dome-shaped den constructed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,1,9 ], "a hut or tent of certain North American Indian peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,2,1 ], "accommodation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,2,1 ], "to provide or be provided with accommodation or shelter, esp| rented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,2,2 ], "to live temporarily, esp| in rented accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,2,3 ], "to implant, embed, or fix or be implanted, embedded, or fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,3,1 ], "to deposit or leave for safety, storage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,4,1 ], "to bring (a charge or accusation) against someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,5,1 ], "to place (authority, power, etc|) in the control (of someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,6,1 ], "to exist or be present (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodge",1,7,1 ], "(of wind, rain, etc|) to beat down (crops)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodger",1,1,1 ], "a person who pays rent in return for accommodation in someone else's house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodging house",1,1,1 ], "a private home providing accommodation and meals for lodgers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodging turn",1,1,1 ], "a period of work or duty, esp| among railway workers, which involves sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodging turn",1,1,1 ], "away from home" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lodging",1,1,1 ], "a temporary residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodging",1,1,2 ], "sleeping accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodging",1,1,3 ], "(at Oxford University) the residence of the head of a college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodgings",1,1,1 ], "a rented room or rooms in which to live, esp| in another person's house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodgment",1,1,1 ], "the act of lodging or the state of being lodged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodgment",1,1,2 ], "a blockage or accumulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodgment",1,1,3 ], "a small area gained and held in enemy territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodicule",1,1,1 ], "any of two or three minute scales at the base of the ovary in grass flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lodicule",1,1,1 ], "that represent the corolla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loess",1,1,1 ], "a light-coloured fine-grained accumulation of clay and silt particles that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loess",1,1,1 ], "have been deposited by the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,1 ], "the space inside a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,2 ], "a gallery, esp| one for the choir in a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,3 ], "a room over a stable used to store hay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,4 ], "an upper storey of a warehouse or factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,5 ], "a raised house or coop in which pigeons are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,5,1 ], "(in golf)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,6 ], "the angle from the vertical made by the club face to give elevation to a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,6,2 ], "elevation imparted to a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,1,6,3 ], "a lofting stroke or shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,2,1 ], "to strike or kick (a ball) high in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,2,2 ], "to store or place in a loft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,2,3 ], "to slant (the face of a golf club)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loft",1,2,4 ], "to lay out a full-scale working drawing of (the lines of a vessel's hull)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lofter",1,1,1 ], "a club; an iron with a wide-angled face for lofting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lofty",1,1,1 ], "loftier, loftiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lofty",1,1,2 ], "of majestic or imposing height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lofty",1,1,3 ], "exalted or noble in character or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lofty",1,1,4 ], "haughty or supercilious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lofty",1,1,5 ], "elevated, eminent, or superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "log chip",1,1,1 ], "the chip of a chip log" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "log jam",1,1,1 ], "blockage caused by the crowding together of a number of logs floating in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "log jam",1,1,1 ], "river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "log jam",1,1,2 ], "a deadlock; standstill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a detailed record of a voyage of a ship or aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a section of the trunk or a main branch of a tree, when stripped of branches",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"a record of the hours flown by pilots and aircrews",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier constructed out of logs",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 1, 3],"a book in which these records are made; logbook",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a device consisting of a float with an attached line, formerly used to measure",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the speed of a ship",2). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"heave the log| to determine a ship's speed with such a device",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 2],"a written record of information about transmissions kept by radio stations,",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 2],"amateur radio operators, etc",2). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 3],"a claim for better pay and conditions presented by a trade union to an",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 3],"employer",2). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 4],"like a log| without stirring or being disturbed (in the phrase sleep like a",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 1, 4],"log)",2). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 2, 1],"to fell the trees of (a forest, area, etc|) for timber",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 2, 2],"to saw logs from (trees)",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 2, 3],"to work at the felling of timber",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 2, 4],"to enter (a distance, event, etc|) in a logbook or log",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 2, 5],"to record the punishment received by (a sailor) in a logbook",1). c_DEF([ "log" ,1, 2, 6],"to travel (a specified distance or time) or move at (a specified speed)",1). c_DEF([ "log",2,1,1 ], "short for logarithm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logan",1,1,1 ], "another name for bogan (a backwater)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loganberry",1,1,1 ], "a trailing prickly hybrid rosaceous plant, Rubus loganobaccus, cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loganberry",1,1,1 ], "its edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loganberry",1,1,1,1 ], "the purplish-red acid fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loganberry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loganiaceous",1,1,1 ], "family of plants that includes nux vomica, pinkroot, and gelsemium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loganiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Loganiaceae, a tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logaoedic" ,1, 1, 2],"line to give the effect of prose",2). c_DEF([ "logaoedic" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to verse in which mixed metres are combined within a single",1). c_DEF([ "logaoedic" ,1, 2, 1],"a line or verse of this kind",1). c_DEF([ "logarithm",1,1,1 ], "multiplication and division" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "logarithm",1,1,1 ], "raised to obtain a given number or variable| It is used esp| to simplify" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logarithm",1,1,1 ], "the exponent indicating the power to which a fixed number, the base, must be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logarithmic function",1,1,1,1 ], "the mathematical function y = logx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logarithmic function",1,1,1,2 ], "a function that can be expressed in terms of this function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logarithmic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, using, or containing logarithms of a number or variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logarithmic",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, relating to, or using points or lines whose distances from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logarithmic",1,1,2 ], "fixed point or line are proportional to the logarithms of numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logbook",1,1,1 ], "a book containing the official record of trips made by a ship or aircraft;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logbook",1,1,1 ], "log" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logbook",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a document listing the registration, manufacture, identity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logbook",1,1,2 ], "ownership, etc|, of a motor vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loge",1,1,1 ], "a small enclosure or box in a theatre or opera house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loge",1,1,2 ], "the upper section in a theatre or cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logger",1,1,1 ], "another word for lumberjack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logger",1,1,2 ], "a tractor or crane for handling logs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,1 ], "Chelonidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,1 ], "a large headed turtle, Caretta caretta, occurring in most seas: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,2 ], "head and body, black-and-white wings and tail, and black facial stripe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,2 ], "loggerhead shrike| a North American shrike, Lanius ludovicianus, having a grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,3 ], "a tool consisting of a large metal sphere attached to a long handle, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,3 ], "warming liquids, melting tar, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,4 ], "a strong round upright post in a whaleboat for belaying the line of a harpoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,5 ], "a blockhead; dunce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggerhead",1,1,6 ], "at loggerheads| engaged in dispute or confrontation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggia",1,1,1 ], "a covered area on the side of a building, esp| one that serves as a porch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loggia",1,1,2 ], "an open balcony in a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logging",1,1,1 ], "the work of felling, trimming, and transporting timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logia",1,1,1 ], "a supposed collection of the sayings of Christ held to have been drawn upon by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logia",1,1,1 ], "the writers of the gospels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logia",1,1,2 ], "the plural of logion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic circuit",1,1,1 ], "NOR, and exclusive OR circuits, which can be combined into more complex circuits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "logic circuit",1,1,1 ], "an electronic circuit used in computers to perform a logical operation on its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic circuit",1,1,1 ], "two or more input signals| There are six basic circuits, the AND, NOT, NAND, OR," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,1 ], "context" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,1 ], "the branch of philosophy concerned with analysing the patterns of reasoning by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,1 ], "which a conclusion is drawn from a set of premisses, without reference to meaning or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,2 ], "the system and principles of reasoning used in a specific field of study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,3 ], "a particular method of argument or reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,4 ], "force or effectiveness in argument or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,5 ], "reasoned thought or argument, as distinguished from irrationality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,6 ], "the relationship and interdependence of a series of events, facts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,7 ], "chop logic| to use excessively subtle or involved logic or argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,7,1 ], "arithmetical and logical operations|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,7,1 ], "the principles underlying the units in a computer system that perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logic",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logical operation",1,1,1 ], "an operation involving the use of words representing logical functions, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logical operation",1,1,1 ], "as and or or, that are applied to the input signals of a particular logic circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logical positivism",1,1,1 ], "a philosophical system claiming to reject metaphysical speculation and holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logical positivism",1,1,1 ], "empirically" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "logical positivism",1,1,1 ], "that the only meaningful statements are those that are analytic or can be tested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logical",1,1,1 ], "relating to, used in, or characteristic of logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logical",1,1,2 ], "using, according to, or deduced from the principles of logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logical",1,1,3 ], "capable of or characterized by clear or valid reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logical",1,1,4 ], "reasonable or necessary because of facts, events, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logical",1,1,5 ], "of, performed by, used in, or relating to the logic circuits in a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logician",1,1,1 ], "a person who specializes in or is skilled at logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logicism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical theory that all of mathematics can be deduced from logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logion",1,1,1 ], "a saying of Christ regarded as authentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logistic",1,1,1 ], "a system of symbolic logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logistic",1,2,1 ], "(of a curve) having an equation of the form y = k/(1+e'a+b'x), where b is less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logistic",1,2,1 ], "than zero, and used to describe a continuously increasing function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logistic",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or skilled in arithmetical calculations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logistic",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to logistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logistics",1,1,1 ], "the science of the movement and maintenance of military forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logistics",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logistics",1,1,2 ], "the handling of an operation involving the movement of labour and materials," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loglog",1,1,1 ], "the logarithm of a logarithm (in equations, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logo",1,1,1 ], "short for logotype ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating word or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logogram" ,1, 1, 1],"a single symbol representing an entire morpheme, word, or phrase, as for",1). c_DEF([ "logogram" ,1, 1, 1],"example the symbol (&%) meaning per cent",2). c_DEF([ "logography",1,1,1 ], "the use of logotypes in printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logography",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a method of longhand reporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logogriph",1,1,1 ], "a word puzzle, esp| one based on recombination of the letters of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logomachy",1,1,1 ], "argument about words or the meaning of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logopaedics",1,1,1 ], "another name for speech therapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "excessive, uncontrollable, or incoherent talkativeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logos",1,1,1 ], "reason or the rational principle expressed in words and things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logotype",1,1,1 ], "a piece of type with several uncombined characters cast on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logotype",1,1,2 ], "a trademark, company emblem, or similar device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logroll",1,1,1 ], "to use logrolling in order to procure the passage of (legislation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logrolling",1,1,1 ], "favours, the trading of votes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logrolling",1,1,1 ], "the practice of undemocratic agreements between politicians involving mutual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logrolling",1,1,2 ], "another name for birling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logrolling",1,1,3 ], "the transporting of logs, esp| by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logway",1,1,1 ], "another name for gangway ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logwood",1,1,1 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "logwood",1,1,1 ], "a leguminous tree, Haematoxylon campechianum, of the West Indies and Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logwood",1,1,2 ], "the heavy reddish-brown wood of this tree, yielding the dye haematoxylin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "logy",1,1,2 ], "dull or listless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loin",1,1,1 ], "the part of the lower back and sides between the pelvis and the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loin",1,1,2 ], "a cut of meat from this part of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loincloth",1,1,1 ], "a piece of cloth worn round the loins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loins",1,1,1 ], "body; crotch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loins",1,1,1 ], "the hips and the inner surface of the legs where they join the trunk of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loins",1,1,2 ], "the reproductive organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loins",1,1,2,2 ], "Chiefly literary| the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loiter",1,1,1 ], "to stand or act aimlessly or idly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loll",1,1,1 ], "to lie, lean, or lounge in a lazy or relaxed manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loll",1,1,2 ], "to hang or allow to hang loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loll",1,2,1 ], "an act or instance of lolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lollapalooza",1,1,1 ], "something excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lollipop",1,1,1 ], "a boiled sweet or toffee stuck on a small wooden stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lollipop",1,1,2 ], "another word for ice lolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lollop",1,1,1 ], "to walk or run with a clumsy or relaxed bouncing movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lollop",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for lounge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lolly water",1,1,1 ], "any of various coloured soft drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lolly",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for lollipop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lolly",1,1,2 ], "short for ice lolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lolly",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lolly",1,1,4 ], "a sweet, esp| a boiled one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lolly",1,1,5 ], "do the lolly| Austral| informal| to lose one's temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loment",1,1,1 ], "breaking into one-seeded portions when ripe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loment",1,1,1 ], "the pod of certain leguminous plants, constricted between each seed and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lone hand",1,1,1 ], "(in card games such as euchre) an independent player or hand played without a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lone hand",1,1,1 ], "partner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lone hand",1,1,2 ], "play a lone hand| to operate without assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lone wolf",1,1,1 ], "a person who prefers to be alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lone",1,1,1 ], "unaccompanied; solitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lone",1,1,2 ], "single or isolated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lone",1,1,3 ], "a literary word for lonely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lone",1,1,4 ], "unmarried or widowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonely heart",1,1,1 ], "a person made unhappy by being or living alone, esp| an unmarried person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonely",1,1,2 ], "unhappy as a result of being without the companionship of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonely",1,1,3 ], "causing or resulting from the state of being alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonely",1,1,4 ], "isolated, unfrequented, or desolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonely",1,1,5 ], "without companions; solitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loner",1,1,1 ], "a person who avoids the company of others or prefers to be alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonesome",1,1,1 ], "another word for lonely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lonesome",1,2,1 ], "by one's lonesome| U|S| informal| on one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long arm",1,1,1 ], "power, esp| far-reaching power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long arm",1,1,2 ], "make a long arm| to reach out for something, as from a sitting position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long face",1,1,1 ], "a disappointed, solemn, or miserable facial expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long haul",1,1,1 ], "a journey over a long distance, esp| one involving the transport of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long haul",1,1,2 ], "a lengthy job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long hop",1,1,1 ], "a short-pitched ball, which can easily be hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long house",1,1,1 ], "a long communal dwelling of the Iroquois and other North American Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long house",1,1,1 ], "peoples| It often served as a council house as well" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long house",1,1,2 ], "a long dwelling found in other parts of the world, such as Borneo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long hundredweight",1,1,1 ], "the full name for hundredweight ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long jenny",1,1,1 ], "an in-off up the cushion into a far pocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long johns",1,1,1 ], "underpants with long legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long jump",1,1,1 ], "an athletic contest in which competitors try to cover the farthest distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long jump",1,1,1 ], "possible with a running jump from a fixed board or mark| U|S| equivalent: broad jump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long mark",1,1,1 ], "another name for macron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long measure",1,1,1 ], "another name for linear measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long metre",1,1,1 ], "a stanzaic form consisting of four octosyllabic lines, used esp| for hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long moss",1,1,1 ], "another name for Spanish moss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long pig",1,1,1 ], "human flesh eaten by cannibals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long primer",1,1,1 ], "a size of printer's type, approximately equal to 10 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long purse",1,1,1 ], "wealth; riches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long shot",1,1,1 ], "a competitor, as in a race, considered to be unlikely to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long shot",1,1,2 ], "a bet against heavy odds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long shot",1,1,3 ], "an undertaking, guess, or possibility with little chance of success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long shot",1,1,4 ], "a shot where the camera is or appears to be distant from the object to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long shot",1,1,4 ], "photographed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long shot",1,1,5 ], "by a long shot| by any means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long suit",1,1,1,1 ], "the longest suit in a hand of cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long suit",1,1,1,2 ], "a holding of four or more cards of a suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long suit",1,1,2 ], "an outstanding advantage, personal quality, or talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long tin",1,1,1 ], "a tall long loaf of bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long tom",1,1,1 ], "a long swivel cannon formerly used in naval warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long tom",1,1,2 ], "a long-range land gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long tom",1,1,3 ], "an army slang name for cannon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long vacation",1,1,1 ], "courts, etc|, are closed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long vacation",1,1,1 ], "the long period of holiday in the summer during which universities, law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long view",1,1,1 ], "the consideration of events or circumstances likely to occur in the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long wave",1,1,1,1 ], "a radio wave with a wavelength greater than 1000 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long wave",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,1 ], "a lower-case s, printed , formerly used in handwriting and printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,1 ], "having relatively great extent in space or duration in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,1,1 ], "of a specified number of units in extent or duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,1,2 ], "a two-foot-long line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,10 ], "from end to end;lengthwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,11 ], "unlikely to win, happen, succeed, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,11,1 ], "denoting a vowel of relatively great duration or (esp| in classical verse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,11,1 ], "followed by more than one consonant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,11,2 ], "denoting a syllable containing such a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,11,3 ], "(in verse that is not quantitative) carrying the emphasis or ictus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,12 ], "anticipation of rising prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,12 ], "having or characterized by large holdings of securities or commodities in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,13 ], "(of a fielding position) near the boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,14 ], "(of people) tall and slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,15 ], "in the long run| ultimately; after or over a period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,16 ], "long in the tooth| Informal| old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,2 ], "having or consisting of a relatively large number of items or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,3 ], "having greater than the average or expected range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,4 ], "being the longer or longest of alternatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,5 ], "having more than the average or usual quantity, extent, or duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,6 ], "intense or thorough (esp| in the phrase a long look)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,7 ], "(of drinks) containing a large quantity of nonalcoholic beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,8 ], "(foll| by on) plentifully supplied or endowed (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,9 ], "(of a speech sound, esp| a vowel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,9,1 ], "of relatively considerable duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,9,2 ], "classified as long, as distinguished from the quality of other vowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,9,3 ], "(in popular usage) denoting the qualities of the five English vowels in such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,1,9,3 ], "words as mate, mete, mite, moat, moot, and mute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,1 ], "for a certain time or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,2 ], "for or during an extensive period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,3 ], "at a distant time; quite a bit of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,4 ], "into a position with more security or commodity holdings than are required by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,4 ], "sale contracts and therefore dependent on rising prices for profit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,5 ], "as long as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,5,1 ], "for or during just the length of time that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,5,2 ], "inasmuch as; since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,5,3 ], "provided that; if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,2,6 ], "no longer| not any more; formerly but not now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,1 ], "a long time (esp| in the phrase for long)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,2 ], "a relatively long thing, such as a signal in Morse code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,3 ], "a clothing size for tall people, esp| in trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,4 ], "a long vowel or syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,5 ], "a person with large holdings of a security or commodity in expectation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,5 ], "rise in its price; bull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,6 ], "a note common in medieval music but now obsolete, having the time value of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,6 ], "breves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,7 ], "before long| soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",1,3,8 ], "the long and the short of it| the essential points or facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",2,1,1 ], "to have a strong desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long",3,1,1 ], "to belong, appertain, or be appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-",1,1,1 ], "for or lasting a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-and-short work|",1,1,1 ], "the alternation in masonry of vertical and horizontal blocks of stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-coats",1,1,1 ], "dress-like garments formerly worn by a baby| Archaic name: long clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-dated",1,1,1 ], "(of a gilt-edged security) having more than 15 years to run before redemption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-day",1,1,1 ], "(of certain plants) able to mature and flower only if exposed to long periods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-day",1,1,1 ], "of daylight (more than 12 hours), each followed by a shorter period of darkness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long-distance",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-distance",1,1,2 ], "covering relatively long distances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-distance",1,1,3 ], "(of telephone calls, lines, etc|) connecting points a relatively long way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-distance",1,1,3 ], "apart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long-distance",1,1,4 ], "a long-distance telephone call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-distance",1,1,5 ], "a long-distance telephone system or its operator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-distance",1,2,1 ], "by a long-distance telephone line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-drawn-out",1,1,1 ], "over-prolonged or extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-eared owl",1,1,1 ], "a slender European owl, Asio otus, with long ear tufts: most common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-eared owl",1,1,1 ], "coniferous forests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long-headed",1,1,1 ], "astute; shrewd; sagacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-horned beetle",1,1,1 ], "another name for longicorn beetle (see longicorn ,1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-legged",1,1,1 ], "having long legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-legged",1,1,2 ], "(of a person or animal) able to run fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-lived",1,1,1 ], "having long life, existence, or currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-playing",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an LP (long-player)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-range",1,1,1 ], "of or extending into the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-range",1,1,2 ], "(of vehicles, aircraft, etc|) capable of covering great distances without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-range",1,1,2 ], "refuelling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long-range",1,1,3 ], "(of weapons) made to be fired at a distant target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-sighted",1,1,1 ], "related to or suffering from hyperopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-sighted",1,1,2 ], "able to see distant objects in focus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-sighted",1,1,3 ], "having foresight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-standing",1,1,1 ], "existing or in effect for a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-suffering" ,1, 1, 1],"enduring pain, unhappiness, etc|, without complaint",1). c_DEF([ "long-suffering" ,1, 2, 1],"long and patient endurance",1). c_DEF([ "long-tailed tit",1,1,1 ], "a small European songbird, Aegithalos caudatus, with a black, white, and pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-tailed tit",1,1,1 ], "plumage and a very long tail: family Paridae (tits)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long-term memory",1,1,1 ], "semipermanent basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "long-term memory",1,1,1 ], "that section of the memory storage system in which experiences are stored on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-term",1,1,1 ], "lasting, staying, or extending over a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-term",1,1,2 ], "maturing after a long period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-winded",1,1,1 ], "tiresomely long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-winded",1,1,2 ], "capable of energetic activity without becoming short of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-wire aerial",1,1,1 ], "a travelling-wave aerial consisting of one or more conductors, the length of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long-wire aerial",1,1,1 ], "which usually exceeds several wavelengths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longan",1,1,1 ], "a sapindaceous tree, Euphoria longan, of tropical and subtropical Asia, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longan",1,1,1 ], "small yellowish-white flowers and small edible fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longan",1,1,2 ], "having white juicy pulp and a single seed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longan",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which is similar to but smaller than the litchi," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longanimity",1,1,1 ], "patience or forbearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longboat",1,1,1 ], "the largest boat carried aboard a commercial sailing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longboat",1,1,2 ], "another term for longship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longbow",1,1,1 ], "a large powerful hand-drawn bow, esp| as used in medieval England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longcase clock",1,1,1 ], "another name for grandfather clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longcloth",1,1,1 ], "a fine plain-weave cotton cloth made in long strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longcloth",1,1,2 ], "a light soft muslin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longe",1,1,1 ], "an older spelling of lunge'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longeron",1,1,1 ], "a main longitudinal structural member of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longevity",1,1,1 ], "long life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longevity",1,1,2 ], "relatively long duration of employment, service, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longhand",1,1,1 ], "a form of handwriting in which letters, words, etc|, are set down in full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longhorn",1,1,1 ], "a long-horned breed of beef cattle, usually red or variegated, formerly common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longhorn",1,1,1 ], "in the southwestern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longhorn",1,1,2 ], "a British breed of beef cattle with long curved horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longicorn",1,1,1 ], "and long antennae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longicorn",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the family Cerambycidae, having a long narrow body, long legs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longicorn",1,2,1 ], "having or designating long antennae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longing",1,1,1 ], "a prolonged unfulfilled desire or need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longing",1,2,1 ], "having or showing desire or need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longish",1,1,1 ], "rather long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longitude",1,1,1 ], "by the angle between the plane of the prime meridian and that of the meridian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longitude",1,1,1 ], "distance in degrees east or west of the prime meridian at 0 degrees measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longitude",1,1,1 ], "through the point in question, or by the corresponding time difference" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "longitude",1,1,2 ], "short for celestial longitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longitudinal wave",1,1,1 ], "a wave that is propagated in the same direction as the displacement of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longitudinal wave",1,1,1 ], "transmitting medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longitudinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to longitude or length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longitudinal",1,1,2 ], "placed or extended lengthways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longleaf pine",1,1,1 ], "a North American pine tree, Pinus palustris, with long needle-like leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longleaf pine",1,1,1 ], "orange-brown bark: the most important timber tree of the southeastern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longs",1,1,1 ], "full-length trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longs",1,1,2 ], "long-dated gilt-edged securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longship",1,1,1 ], "a narrow open vessel with oars and a square sail, used esp| by the Vikings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longship",1,1,1 ], "during medieval times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longshore drift",1,1,1 ], "of waves meeting the shore at an oblique angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longshore drift",1,1,1 ], "the process whereby beach material is gradually shifted laterally as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longshore",1,1,1 ], "situated on, relating to, or along the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longshoreman",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for docker ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longspur",1,1,1 ], "any of various buntings of the genera Calcarius and Rhyncophanes, all of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longspur",1,1,1 ], "have a long claw on the hind toe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "longtime",1,1,1 ], "of long standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longueur",1,1,1 ], "a period of boredom or dullness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "longways",1,1,1 ], "another word for lengthways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "long|",1,1,1 ], "longitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loo mask",1,1,1 ], "a half-mask worn during the 18th century for masquerades, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loo",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loo",2,1,1 ], "a gambling card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loo",2,1,2 ], "a stake used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "looby",1,1,1 ], "a foolish or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loofah",1,1,1 ], "bleached, and used as a bath sponge or for scrubbing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loofah",1,1,1 ], "the fibrous interior of the fruit of the dishcloth gourd, which is dried," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loofah",1,1,2 ], "another name for dishcloth gourd|Also (esp| U|S|): loofa, luffa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look after",1,1,1 ], "to take care of; be responsible for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look after",1,1,2 ], "to follow with the eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look back",1,1,1 ], "to cast one's mind to the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look back",1,1,2 ], "to cease to make progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look back",1,1,3 ], "to pay another visit later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look down",1,1,1 ], "to express or show contempt or disdain (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look down",1,1,2 ], "look down one's nose at| to express disdain for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look forward to",1,1,1 ], "to wait or hope for, esp| with pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look on",1,1,1 ], "to be a spectator at an event or incident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look on",1,1,2 ], "Also: look upon| to consider or regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look over",1,1,1 ], "to inspect by making a tour of (a factory, house, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look over",1,2,1 ], "to examine (a document, letter, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look through",1,1,1 ], "to examine, esp| cursorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look through",1,2,1 ], "to ignore (a person) deliberately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look up",1,1,1 ], "reference, such as a dictionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "look up",1,1,1 ], "to discover (something required to be known) by resorting to a work of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look up",1,2,1 ], "to increase, as in quality or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look up",1,3,1 ], "to have respect (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look up",1,4,1 ], "to visit or make contact with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by at) to direct the eyes (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,10 ], "(foll| by into) to carry out an investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by at) to direct one's attention (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by to) to turn one's interests or expectations (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,4 ], "to give the impression of being by appearance to the eye or mind; seem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,5 ], "to face in a particular direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,6 ], "to expect or hope (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,7 ], "(foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,7,1 ], "to search or seek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,7,2 ], "to cherish the expectation (of); hope (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,8 ], "(foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,8,1 ], "to be mindful (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,8,2 ], "to have recourse (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,1,9 ], "to be a pointer or sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,2,1 ], "to direct a look at (someone) in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,1 ], "to accord in appearance with (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,2 ], "look alive or lively| hurry up; get busy (often used in a nautical context)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,3 ], "look daggers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,4 ], "a statement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,4 ], "look here| an expression used to attract someone's attention, add emphasis to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,5 ], "look sharp or smart| to hurry up; make haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,6 ], "not look at| to refuse to consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,3,7 ], "not much to look at| unattractive; plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of looking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,4,2 ], "a view or sight (of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look",1,4,3 ], "appearance to the eye or mind; aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "look-in" ,1, 1, 1],"a chance to be chosen, participate, etc",1). c_DEF([ "look-in" ,1, 1, 2],"a short visit",1). c_DEF([ "look-in" ,1, 3, 1],"to pay a short visit",1). c_DEF([ "look-see",1,1,1 ], "a brief inspection or look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "looker",1,1,1 ], "a person who looks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "looker",1,1,2 ], "a very attractive person, esp| a woman or girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "looking glass",1,1,1 ], "a mirror, esp| a ladies' dressing mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 1, 1],"the act of keeping watch against danger, etc",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 1, 2],"a person or persons instructed or employed to keep such a watch, esp| on a",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 1, 2],"ship",2). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 1, 3],"a strategic point from which a watch is kept",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 1, 4],"worry or concern",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 1, 5],"outlook, chances, or view",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 2, 2],"to heed one's behaviour; be careful",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 2, 3],"to be on the watch",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 2, 4],"to search for and find",1). c_DEF([ "lookout" ,1, 2, 5],"(foll| by on or over) to face in a particular direction",1). c_DEF([ "loom",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus, worked by hand or mechanically (power loom), for weaving yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",1,1,1 ], "into a textile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loom",1,1,2 ], "rowlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loom",1,1,2 ], "the middle portion of an oar, which acts as a fulcrum swivelling in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",2,1,1 ], "to come into view indistinctly with an enlarged and often threatening aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",2,1,2 ], "(of an event) to seem ominously close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",2,1,3 ], "(often foll| by over)(of large objects)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",2,1,4 ], "to dominate or overhang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",2,2,1 ], "a rising appearance, as of something far away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",3,1,1 ], "another name for diver (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom",3,1,2 ], "any of various other birds, esp| the guillemot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loom-state",1,1,1 ], "(of a woven cotton fabric) not yet dyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loon",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for diver (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loon",2,1,1 ], "a simple-minded or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loon",2,1,2 ], "a person of low rank or occupation (esp| in the phrase lord and loon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loony bin",1,1,1 ], "a mental hospital or asylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loony",1,1,1 ], "foolish or ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loony",1,2,1 ], "a foolish or insane person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loop aerial",1,1,1 ], "an aerial that consists of one or more coils of wire wound on a frame| Maximum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loop aerial",1,1,1 ], "radiation or reception is in the plane of the loop, the minimum occurring at right angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loop aerial",1,1,1 ], "to it| Sometimes shortened to loop" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "loop knot",1,1,1 ], "a knot that leaves a loop extending from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 1],"cross itself",2). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 1],"the round or oval shape formed by a line, string, etc|, that curves around to",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 2],"any round or oval-shaped thing that is closed or nearly closed",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a closed electric or magnetic circuit through which a signal can circulate, as",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"in a feedback control system",2). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"short for ,loop aerial",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 3],"an intrauterine contraceptive device in the shape of a loop",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 4],"a flight manoeuvre in which an aircraft flies one complete circle in the",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 4],"vertical plane",2). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 5],"a railway branch line which leaves the main line and rejoins it after a short",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 5],"distance",2). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 6],"a closed curve on a graph",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"sharply rising U-shaped ridges",2). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"the most common basic pattern of the human fingerprint, formed by several",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"a bend in a tubular structure, such as the U-shaped curve in a kidney tubule",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 7],"another name for ,antinode",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 8],"a series of instructions in a program, performed repeatedly until some",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 1, 8],"specified condition is satisfied",2). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a loop in or of (a line, string, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 2, 2],"asten or encircle with a loop or something like a loop",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 2, 4],"loop",2). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 2, 4],"to cause (an aircraft) to perform a loop or (of an aircraft) to perform a",1). c_DEF([ "loop" ,1, 2, 5],"to move in loops or in a path like a loop",1). c_DEF([ "loop",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for loophole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "looper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that loops or makes loops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "looper",1,1,2 ], "another name for a measuring worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loophole",1,1,1 ], "an ambiguity, omission, etc|, as in a law, by which one can avoid a penalty or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loophole",1,1,1 ], "responsibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loophole",1,1,2 ], "a small gap or hole in a wall, esp| one in a fortified wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loophole",1,2,1 ], "to provide with loopholes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loopy",1,1,1 ], "loopier, loopiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loopy",1,1,2 ], "full of loops; curly or twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loopy",1,1,3 ], "slightly mad, crazy, or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose change",1,1,1 ], "money in the form of coins suitable for small expenditures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose cover",1,1,1 ], "a fitted but easily removable cloth cover for a chair, sofa, etc| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose cover",1,1,1 ], "slipcover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loose end",1,1,1 ], "a detail that is left unsettled, unexplained, or incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose end",1,1,2 ], "at a loose end| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose end",1,1,2,1 ], "unoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose end",1,1,2,2 ], "not sure what to do or think" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose order",1,1,1 ], "a formation in which soldiers, units, etc|, are widely separated from each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose order",1,1,1 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loose smut",1,1,1 ], "a disease of cereal grasses caused by smut fungi of the genus Ustilago, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose smut",1,1,1 ], "which powdery spore masses replace the host tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,1 ], "free or released from confinement or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,10 ], "(of a dye or dyed article) fading as a result of washing; not fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,11 ], "very relaxed; easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,2 ], "not close, compact, or tight in structure or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,3 ], "not fitted or fitting closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,4 ], "not bundled, packaged, fastened, or put in a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,5 ], "inexact; imprecise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,6 ], "(of funds, cash, etc|) not allocated or locked away; readily available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,6,1 ], "(esp| of women)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,7 ], "promiscuous or easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,7,2 ], "(of attitudes, ways of life, etc|) immoral or dissolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,8 ], "lacking a sense of responsibility or propriety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,8,1 ], "(of the bowels)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,9 ], "emptying easily, esp| excessively; lax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,1,9,2 ], "(of a cough) accompanied by phlegm, mucus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,2,1 ], "ruck or loose scrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,2,1 ], "the loose| Rugby| the part of play when the forwards close round the ball in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,2,2 ], "on the loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,2,2,1 ], "free from confinement or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,2,2,2 ], "Informal| on a spree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,3,1,1 ], "in a loose manner; loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,3,1,2 ], "loose-fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,4,1 ], "to set free or release, as from confinement, restraint, or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,5,1 ], "to unfasten or untie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,5,2 ], "to make or become less strict, tight, firmly attached, compact, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,5,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by off) to let fly (a bullet, arrow, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose",1,5,3 ], "missile)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loose-jointed",1,1,1 ], "supple and easy in movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose-jointed",1,1,2 ], "loosely built; with ill-fitting joints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose-leaf",1,1,1 ], "(of a binder, album, etc|) capable of being opened to allow removal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose-leaf",1,1,1 ], "addition of pages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loose-leaf",1,2,1 ], "a serial publication published in loose leaves and kept in such a binder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose-limbed",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) having supple limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loose-tongued",1,1,1 ], "careless or irresponsible in talking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosebox",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed and covered stall with a door in which an animal can be confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become less tight, fixed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosen",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to make or become less firm, compact, or rigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosen",1,2,1 ], "to untie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosen",1,3,1 ], "to let loose; set free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosen",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to make or become less strict, severe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosen",1,4,1 ], "to rid or relieve (the bowels) of constipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosestrife",1,1,1 ], "any of various primulaceous plants of the genus Lysimachia, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosestrife",1,1,1 ], "yellow-flowered L| vulgaris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loosestrife",1,1,2 ], "purple loosestrife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosestrife",1,1,3 ], "Naumburgia thyrsiflora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loosestrife",1,1,3 ], "any of several similar or related plants, such as the primulaceous plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loosing",1,1,1 ], "a celebration of one's 21st birthday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loot",1,1,1 ], "goods stolen during pillaging, as in wartime, during riots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loot",1,1,2 ], "goods, money, etc|, obtained illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loot",1,1,3 ], "money or wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loot",1,1,4 ], "the act of looting or plundering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loot",1,2,1 ], "to pillage (a city, settlement, etc|) during war or riots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loot",1,2,2 ], "to steal (money or goods), esp| during pillaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",1,1,1 ], "(tr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",1,1,2 ], "swift strokes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lop",1,1,2 ], "usually foll| by off) to sever (parts) from a tree, body, etc|, esp| with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",1,1,3 ], "to cut out or eliminate from as excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",1,2,1 ], "a part or parts lopped off, as from a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",2,1,1 ], "to hang or allow to hang loosely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",2,2,1 ], "to slouch about or move awkwardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",2,3,1 ], "a less common word for lope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop",3,1,1 ], "a flea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lop-eared",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) having ears that droop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lope",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) to move or run with a long swinging stride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lope",1,2,1 ], "(of four-legged animals) to run with a regular bounding movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lope",1,2,2 ], "in this manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lope",1,2,2 ], "to cause (a horse) to canter with a long easy stride or (of a horse) to canter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lope",1,3,1 ], "a long steady gait or stride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lopho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a crested or tufted part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lophobranch",1,1,1 ], "any teleost fish of the suborder Lophobranchii, having the gills arranged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lophobranch",1,1,1 ], "rounded tufts: includes the pipefishes and sea horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lophobranch",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Lophobranchii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lophophore",1,1,1 ], "a circle or horseshoe of ciliated tentacles surrounding the mouth and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lophophore",1,1,1 ], "and Ectoprocta" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lophophore",1,1,1 ], "the capture of food in minute sessile animals of the phyla Brachiopoda, Phoronida," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lopsided",1,1,1 ], "leaning or inclined to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lopsided",1,1,2 ], "greater in weight, height, or size on one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loquacious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or showing a tendency to talk a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loquat",1,1,1 ], "Japan, having reddish woolly branches, white flowers, and small yellow edible plumlike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loquat",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental evergreen rosaceous tree, Eriobotrya japonica, of China and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loquat",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "loquat",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loquitur",1,1,1 ], "abbreviated to loq" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loquitur",1,1,1 ], "he (or she) speaks: used, esp| formerly, as a stage direction|Usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loq|",1,1,1 ], "loquitur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lor",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loran",1,1,1 ], "a radio navigation system operating over long distances| Synchronized pulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loran",1,1,1 ], "are transmitted from widely spaced radio stations to aircraft or shipping, the time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loran",1,1,1 ], "of arrival of the pulses being used to determine position" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,1,1 ], "a person who has power or authority over others, such as a monarch or master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,1,2 ], "a male member of the nobility, esp| in Britain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,1,3 ], "(in medieval Europe) a feudal superior, esp| the master of a manor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,1,4 ], "a husband considered as head of the household (archaic except in the facetious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,1,4 ], "phrase lord and master)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,1,5 ], "a planet having a dominating influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,1,6 ], "my lord| a respectful form of address used to a judge, bishop, or nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,2,1 ], "to make a lord of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lord",1,2,2 ], "to act in a superior manner towards (esp| in the phrase lord it over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lording",1,1,1 ], "a gentleman; lord: used in the plural as a form of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lording",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for lordling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordling",1,1,1 ], "a young lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordly",1,1,2 ], "haughty; arrogant; proud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordly",1,1,3 ], "of or befitting a lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordly",1,2,1 ], "in the manner of a lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordosis",1,1,1 ], "disease| Nontechnical name: hollow-back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lordosis",1,1,1 ], "forward curvature of the lumbar spine: congenital or caused by trauma or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lords-and-ladies",1,1,1 ], "another name for cuckoopint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordship",1,1,1 ], "the position or authority of a lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lordy",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lore",1,1,1 ], "collective knowledge or wisdom on a particular subject, esp| of a traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lore",1,1,1 ], "nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lore",1,1,2 ], "knowledge or learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lore",1,1,3 ], "teaching, or something that is taught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lore",2,1,1 ], "the surface of the head of a bird between the eyes and the base of the bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lore",2,1,2 ], "the corresponding area in a snake or fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorgnette",1,1,1 ], "a pair of spectacles or opera glasses mounted on a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorgnon",1,1,1 ], "a monocle or pair of spectacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorgnon",1,1,2 ], "another word for lorgnette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorica",1,1,1 ], "the hard outer covering of rotifers, ciliate protozoans, and similar animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorica",1,1,2 ], "an ancient Roman cuirass of leather or metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorikeet",1,1,1 ], "any of various small lories, such as Glossopsitta versicolor or Trichoglossus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorikeet",1,1,1 ], "moluccanus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lorimer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly)|a person who made bits, spurs, and other small metal objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loris",1,1,1 ], "any of several omnivorous nocturnal slow-moving prosimian primates of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loris",1,1,1 ], "family Lorisidae, of S and SE Asia, esp| Loris tardigradus and Nycticebus coucang ," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loris",1,1,1 ], "having vestigial digits and no tails" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lorn",1,1,1 ], "forsaken or wretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorry",1,1,1 ], "a large motor vehicle designed to carry heavy loads, esp| one with a flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorry",1,1,1 ], "platform| U|S| name: truck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lorry",1,1,2 ], "any of various vehicles with a flat load-carrying surface, esp| one designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lorry",1,1,2 ], "to run on rails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lory",1,1,1 ], "any of various small brightly coloured parrots of Australia and Indonesia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lory",1,1,1 ], "having a brush-tipped tongue with which to feed on nectar and pollen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lose out",1,1,1 ], "to be defeated or unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose out",1,1,2 ], "lose out on| Informal| to fail to secure or make use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to part with or come to be without, as through theft, accident," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,1 ], "negligence, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,10 ], "to cause the loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,11 ], "to allow to go astray or out of sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,12 ], "to absorb or engross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,13 ], "to cause the death or destruction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,14 ], "to outdistance or elude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,2 ], "to fail to keep or maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,3 ], "to suffer the loss or deprivation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,4 ], "to cease to have or possess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,5 ], "to fail to get or make use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,6 ], "to fail to gain or win (a contest, game, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,7 ], "to fail to see, hear, perceive, or understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,8 ], "to waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,1,9 ], "to wander from so as to be unable to find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,2,1 ], "to decrease or depreciate in value or effectiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,2,2 ], "(of a timepiece) to run slow (by a specified amount)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,2,3 ], "(of a physician) to fail to sustain the life of (a patient)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,2,4 ], "(of a woman) to fail to give birth to (a viable baby), esp| as the result of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,2,4 ], "miscarriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lose",1,2,5 ], "to lose control of (the car), as on a bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "losel",1,1,1 ], "a worthless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "losel",1,2,1 ], "(of a person) worthless, useless, or wasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loser",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that loses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loser",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that seems destined to be taken advantage of, fail, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "losing",1,1,1 ], "unprofitable; failing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "losings",1,1,1 ], "losses, esp| money lost in gambling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss leader",1,1,1 ], "an article offered below cost in the hope that customers attracted by it will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss leader",1,1,1 ], "buy other goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loss ratio",1,1,1 ], "insurance company" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loss ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the annual losses sustained to the premiums received by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of losing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,2 ], "the disadvantage or deprivation resulting from losing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,3 ], "the person, thing, or amount lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,4 ], "military personnel lost by death or capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,5 ], "its revenue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,5 ], "the amount by which the costs of a business transaction or operation exceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,6 ], "a measure of the power lost in an electrical system expressed as the ratio of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,6 ], "or difference between the input power and the output power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,6,1 ], "a claim by a policyholder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,6,1 ], "an occurrence of something that has been insured against, thus giving rise to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,6,2 ], "the amount of the resulting claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,7 ], "at a loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,7,1 ], "unable or too perplexed (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,7,2 ], "bewildered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,7,3 ], "rendered helpless (for lack of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loss",1,1,8 ], "dead loss| Slang| a useless or contemptible person, thing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lossy",1,1,1 ], "(of a dielectric material, transmission line, etc|) designed to have a high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lossy",1,1,1 ], "attenuation dissipating energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lost cause",1,1,1 ], "a cause with no chance of success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost tribes",1,1,1 ], "Old Testament| the ten tribes deported from the N kingdom of Israel in 721" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost tribes",1,1,1 ], "b|c| and believed never to have returned to Palestine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,1 ], "unable to be found or recovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,10 ], "morally fallen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,11 ], "damned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,12 ], "get lost|Informal| go away and stay away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,2 ], "unable to find one's way or ascertain one's whereabouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,3 ], "confused, bewildered, or helpless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,4 ], "(sometimes foll| by on) not utilized, noticed, or taken advantage of (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,5 ], "no longer possessed or existing because of defeat, misfortune, or the passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,5 ], "of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,6 ], "destroyed physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,7 ], "(foll| by to) no longer available or open (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,8 ], "(foll| by to) insensible or impervious (to a sense of shame, justice, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lost",1,1,9 ], "(foll| by in) engrossed (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 1, 1],"a great number or quantity",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 10],"a bad lot| an unpleasant or disreputable person",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 11],"cast or throw in one's lot with| to join with voluntarily and share the",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 11],"fortunes of",2). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 12],"the lot| the entire amount or number",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 1],"a collection of objects, items, or people",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 2],"portion in life; destiny; fortune",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 3],"any object, such as a straw or slip of paper, drawn from others at random to",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 3],"make a selection or choice (esp| in the phrase draw or cast lots)",2). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 4],"the use of lots in making a selection or choice (esp| in the phrase by lot)",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 5],"an assigned or apportioned share",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 6],"an item or set of items for sale in an auction",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 7],"an area of land",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 8],"a piece of land with fixed boundaries forming part of an administrative",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 8],"district",2). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 2, 9],"a film studio and the site on which it is located",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 3, 1],"(preceded by a)",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 3, 2],"to a considerable extent, degree, or amount; very much",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 3, 3],"a great deal of the time or often",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 4, 1],"to draw lots for (something)",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 4, 2],"to divide (land, etc|) into lots",1). c_DEF([ "lot" ,1, 4, 3],"another word for allot",1). c_DEF([ "lota",1,1,1 ], "a globular water container, usually of brass, used in India, Burma, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loth",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of loath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating natural communities living in rapidly flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotic",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotion",1,1,1 ], "a liquid preparation having a soothing, cleansing, or antiseptic action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotion",1,1,1 ], "applied to the skin, eyes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lots",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) great numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lots",1,2,1 ], "a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lots",1,2,2 ], "(intensifier):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lots",1,2,3 ], "the journey is lots quicker by train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lottery",1,1,1 ], "a game of chance in which tickets are sold, one or more of which may later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lottery",1,1,1 ], "qualify the holder for a prize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lottery",1,1,2 ], "an activity or endeavour the success of which is regarded as a matter of fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lottery",1,1,2 ], "or luck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotto",1,1,1 ], "a children's game in which numbered discs, counters, etc|, are drawn at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotto",1,1,1 ], "random and called out, while the players cover the corresponding numbers on cards, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotto",1,1,1 ], "winner being the first to cover all the numbers, a particular row, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lotus position",1,1,1 ], "a seated cross-legged position used in yoga, meditation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek mythology) a fruit that induces forgetfulness and a dreamy languor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,1 ], "in those who eat it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,2 ], "the plant bearing this fruit, thought to be the date, the jujube, or any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,2 ], "various other plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,3 ], ", which was regarded as sacred in ancient Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,3 ], "any of several water lilies of tropical Africa and Asia, esp| the white lotus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,4 ], "a related plant, Nelumbo nucifera, which is the sacred lotus of India, China," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,4 ], "and Tibet: family Nelumbonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,5 ], "Egyptian carving and decorative art" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,5 ], "a representation of such a plant, common in Hindu, Buddhist, and ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,6 ], "any leguminous plant of the genus Lotus, of the Old World and North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lotus",1,1,6 ], "having yellow, pink, or white pealike flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotus-eater",1,1,1 ], "forgetfulness, drugged by the fruit of the legendary lotus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lotus-eater",1,1,1 ], "one of a people encountered by Odysseus in North Africa who lived in indolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louche",1,1,1 ], "shifty or disreputable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud",1,1,1 ], "(of sound) relatively great in volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud",1,1,2 ], "making or able to make sounds of relatively great volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud",1,1,3 ], "clamorous, insistent, and emphatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud",1,1,4 ], "(of colours, designs, etc|) offensive or obtrusive to look at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud",1,1,5 ], "characterized by noisy, vulgar, and offensive behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud",1,2,1 ], "in a loud manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud",1,2,2 ], "out loud| Informal| audibly, as distinct from silently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud-hailer",1,1,1 ], "a portable loudspeaker having a built-in amplifier and microphone| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loud-hailer",1,1,1 ], "bullhorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "louden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become louder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loudish",1,1,1 ], "fairly loud; somewhat loud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loudmouth",1,1,1 ], "a person who brags or talks too loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loudmouth",1,1,2 ], "a person who is gossipy or tactless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loudspeaker van",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle carrying a public address system| U|S| name: sound truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loudspeaker",1,1,1 ], "a device for converting audio-frequency signals into the equivalent sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loudspeaker",1,1,1 ], "waves by means of a vibrating conical diaphragm| Sometimes shortened to speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lough",1,1,1 ], "an Irish and northern Brit| word for lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lough",1,1,2 ], "a long narrow bay or arm of the sea in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louis d'or",1,1,1 ], "a former French gold coin worth 20 francs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louis d'or",1,1,2 ], "an old French coin minted in the reign of Louis XIII|Often shortened to louis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louis",1,1,1 ], "short for louis d'or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge lizard",1,1,1 ], "an idle frequenter of places where rich or prominent people gather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge suit",1,1,1 ], "business day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lounge suit",1,1,1 ], "the customary suit of matching jacket and trousers worn for the normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,1,1 ], "to sit, lie, walk, or stand in a relaxed manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,1,2 ], "to pass (time) lazily or idly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,1,1 ], "a communal room in a hotel, ship, theatre, etc|, used for waiting or relaxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,1,1 ], "in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,2 ], "a living room in a private house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,3 ], "a more expensive bar in a pub or hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,3,1 ], "an expensive bar, esp| in a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,3,2 ], "short for cocktail lounge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,4 ], "a sofa or couch, esp| one with a headrest and no back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lounge",1,2,5 ], "the act or an instance of lounging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loup",1,1,1 ], "another name for loo mask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loupe",1,1,1 ], "a magnifying glass used by jewellers, horologists, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louping ill",1,1,1 ], "a viral disease of sheep causing muscular twitching and partial paralysis:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louping ill",1,1,1 ], "caused by the bite of an infected tick (Ixodes ricinus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lour",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lower'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,1,1 ], "any wingless bloodsucking insect of the order Anoplura: includes Pediculus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,1,1 ], "capitis , Pediculus corporis , and the crab louse, all of which infest man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,1,2 ], "biting or bird louse| any wingless insect of the order Mallophaga, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,1,2 ], "chicken louse: external parasites of birds and mammals with biting mouthparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar but unrelated insects, such as the plant louse and book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,1,3 ], "louse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,1,4 ], "an unpleasant or mean person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,2,1 ], "to remove lice from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louse",1,2,3 ], "to ruin or spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lousewort",1,1,1 ], "any of various N temperate scrophulariaceous plants of the genus Pedicularis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lousewort",1,1,1 ], "having spikes of white, yellow, or mauve flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lousy",1,1,1 ], "lousier, lousiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lousy",1,1,2 ], "very mean or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lousy",1,1,3 ], "inferior or bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lousy",1,1,4 ], "infested with lice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lousy",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lousy",1,1,6 ], "provided with an excessive amount (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lout",1,1,1 ], "a crude or oafish person; boor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lout",2,1,1 ], "to bow or stoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loutish",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of a lout; unpleasant and uncouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louvar",1,1,1 ], "a large silvery whalelike scombroid fish, Luvarus imperialis, that occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louvar",1,1,1 ], "most tropical and temperate seas and feeds on plankton: family Luvaridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "louvre",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a set of horizontal parallel slats in a door or window, sloping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louvre",1,1,1,1 ], "outwards to throw off rain and admit air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "louvre",1,1,1,2 ], "louvre boards| the slats together with the frame supporting them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louvre",1,1,2 ], "a lantern or turret that allows smoke to escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "louvred",1,1,1 ], "(of a window, door, etc|) having louvres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovable",1,1,1 ], "attracting or deserving affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovage",1,1,1 ], "a European umbelliferous plant, Levisticum officinale, with greenish-white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovage",1,1,1 ], "flowers and aromatic fruits, which are used for flavouring food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lovage",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant, Ligusticum scoticum, of N Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovat",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-green or bluish-green mixture, esp| in tweeds or woollens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love affair",1,1,1 ], "a romantic or sexual relationship, esp| a temporary one, between two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love affair",1,1,2 ], "a great enthusiasm or liking for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love apple",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for tomato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love child",1,1,1 ], "an illegitimate child; bastard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love feast",1,1,1 ], "a religious meal eaten with others as a sign of mutual love and fellowship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love feast",1,1,2 ], "a ritual meal modelled upon this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love game",1,1,1 ], "a game in which the loser has a score of zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love knot",1,1,1 ], "a stylized bow, usually of ribbon, symbolizing the bond between two lovers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love letter",1,1,1 ], "a letter or note written by someone to his or her sweetheart or lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love letter",1,1,2 ], "(in Malaysia) a type of folded biscuit, made from eggs and rice flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love match",1,1,1 ], "a betrothal or marriage, based on mutual love rather than any other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love match",1,1,1 ], "considerations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "love nest",1,1,1 ], "a place suitable for or used for making love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love potion",1,1,1 ], "any drink supposed to arouse sexual love in the one who drinks it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love seat",1,1,1 ], "a small upholstered sofa for two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love set",1,1,1 ], "a set in which the loser has a score of zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,1,1 ], "to have a great attachment to and affection for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,2,1 ], "to have passionate desire, longing, and feelings for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,3,1 ], "to like or desire (to do something) very much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,4,1 ], "to make love to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,5,1 ], "to be in love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,1,1 ], "an intense emotion of affection, warmth, fondness, and regard towards a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,1,1 ], "or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,10 ], "for the love of| for the sake of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,11 ], "attraction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,11 ], "in love| in a state of strong emotional attachment and usually sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,12 ], "make love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,12,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,12,2 ], "Now archaic| to make advances (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,2 ], "a deep feeling of sexual attraction and desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,3 ], "wholehearted liking for or pleasure in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,3,1 ], "God's benevolent attitude towards man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,3,2 ], "man's attitude of reverent devotion towards God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,4 ], "a beloved person: used esp| as an endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,5 ], "a term of address, esp| but not necessarily for a person regarded as likable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,6 ], "(in tennis, squash, etc|) a score of zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,7 ], "fall in love| to become in love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,8 ], "for love| without payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love",1,6,9 ], "for love or money| by any means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love-in-a-mist",1,1,1 ], "an erect S European ranunculaceous plant, Nigella damascena, cultivated as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love-in-a-mist",1,1,1 ], "garden plant, having finely cut leaves and white or pale blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "love-in-idleness",1,1,1 ], "another name for the wild pansy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love-lies-bleeding",1,1,1 ], "any of several amaranthaceous plants of the genus Amaranthus, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "love-lies-bleeding",1,1,1 ], "caudatus, having drooping spikes of small red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lovebird",1,1,1 ], "any of several small African parrots of the genus Agapornis, often kept as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovebird",1,1,1 ], "cage birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lovebird",1,1,2 ], "another name for budgerigar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovebird",1,1,3 ], "a lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loveless",1,1,1 ], "without love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loveless",1,1,2 ], "receiving or giving no love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovelock",1,1,1 ], "a long lock of hair worn on the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovelorn",1,1,1 ], "miserable because of unrequited love or unhappiness in love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovely",1,1,2 ], "very attractive or beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovely",1,1,3 ], "highly pleasing or enjoyable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovely",1,1,4 ], "loving and attentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovely",1,1,5 ], "inspiring love; lovable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovely",1,2,1 ], "a lovely woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovemaking",1,1,1 ], "sexual play and activity between lovers, esp| including sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovemaking",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for courtship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lover",1,1,1 ], "a person, now esp| a man, who has an extramarital or premarital sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lover",1,1,1 ], "relationship with another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lover",1,1,2 ], "either of the two people involved in a love affair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lover",1,1,2,1 ], "someone who loves a specified person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lover",1,1,2,2 ], "a music-lover; cat-lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovesick",1,1,1 ], "pining or languishing because of love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovey",1,1,1 ], "another word for love ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lovey-dovey",1,1,1 ], "making an excessive or ostentatious display of affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loving cup",1,1,1 ], "a large vessel, usually two-handled, out of which people drink in turn at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loving cup",1,1,1 ], "banquet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loving cup",1,1,2 ], "a similar cup awarded to the winner of a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loving",1,1,1 ], "feeling, showing, or indicating love and affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low camp",1,1,1 ], "an unsophisticated form of camp (the style)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low comedy",1,1,1 ], "comedy characterized by slapstick and physical action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low explosive",1,1,1 ], "an explosive of relatively low power, as used in firearms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low frequency",1,1,1 ], "a radio-frequency band or a frequency lying between 300 and 30 kilohertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low profile",1,1,1 ], "a position or attitude characterized by a deliberate avoidance of prominence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low profile",1,1,1 ], "or publicity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "low relief",1,1,1 ], "another term for bas-relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low tide",1,1,1 ], "the tide when it is at its lowest level or the time at which it reaches this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low tide",1,1,2 ], "a lowest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low water",1,1,1 ], "another name for low tide ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low water",1,1,2 ], "the state of any stretch of water at its lowest level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low" ,2, 1, 1],"the sound uttered by cattle; moo",1). c_DEF([ "low" ,2, 2, 1],"to make or express by a low or moo",1). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1 ], "having a relatively small distance from base to top; not tall or high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1,1 ], "having little value or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1,1 ], "horizon, or other reference position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1,1 ], "involving or containing a relatively small amount of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1,1 ], "situated at a relatively short distance above the ground, sea level, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1,2 ], "low-grade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1,2 ], "low-lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,1,2 ], "low-powered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,10 ], "having little or no money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,11 ], "overthrown or defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,12 ], "uncommunicative or secretive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,13 ], "abject or servile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,14 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a vowel whose articulation is produced by moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,14 ], "palate, such as for the a in English father" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,14 ], "the back of the tongue away from the soft palate or the blade away from the hard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,15 ], "(of a gear) providing a relatively low forward speed for a given engine speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,16 ], "of or relating to the Low Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,2 ], "coarse or vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,2,1 ], "inferior in culture or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,3 ], "in a physically or mentally depressed or weakened state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,4 ], "low-necked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,5 ], "stricken, prostrate, or dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,6 ], "with a hushed tone; quiet or soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,7 ], "of relatively small price or monetary value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,8 ], "relating to or characterized by a relatively low pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,1,9 ], "(of latitudes) situated not far north or south of the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,2,1 ], "in a low position, level, degree, intensity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,2,2 ], "at a low pitch; deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,2,3 ], "at a low price; cheaply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,2,4 ], "lie low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,2,4,1 ], "to keep or be concealed or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,2,4,2 ], "to wait for a favourable opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,3,1 ], "a low position, level, or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low",1,3,2 ], "an area of relatively low atmospheric pressure, esp| a depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-down" ,1, 1, 1],"mean, underhand, or despicable",1). c_DEF([ "low-key",1,1,1 ], "having a low intensity or tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-key",1,1,2 ], "(of a photograph, painting, etc|) having a predominance of dark grey tones or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-key",1,1,2 ], "dark colours with few highlights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "low-level language",1,1,1 ], "a computer programming language that is closer to machine language than to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-level language",1,1,1 ], "human language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "low-minded",1,1,1 ], "having a vulgar or crude mind and character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-necked",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman''s garment) having a low neckline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-pass filter",1,1,1 ], "a filter that transmits all frequencies below a specified value, substantially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-pass filter",1,1,1 ], "attenuating frequencies above this value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "low-pitched",1,1,1 ], "pitched low in tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-pitched",1,1,2 ], "(of a roof) having sides with a shallow slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-pressure",1,1,1 ], "having, using, or involving a pressure below normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-pressure",1,1,2 ], "relaxed or calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-rise",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a building having only a few storeys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-rise",1,2,1 ], "such a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-spirited",1,1,1 ], "depressed, dejected, or miserable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-tension",1,1,1 ], "subjected to, carrying, or capable of operating at a low voltage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-water mark",1,1,1 ], "the level reached by seawater at low tide or by other stretches of water at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "low-water mark",1,1,1 ], "their lowest level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "low-water mark",1,1,2 ], "the lowest point or level; nadir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowan",1,1,1 ], "another name for Mallee fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowborn",1,1,1 ], "of ignoble or common parentage; not royal or noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowboy",1,1,1 ], "a table fitted with drawers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowbrow" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who has uncultivated or nonintellectual tastes",1). c_DEF([ "lowbrow" ,1, 2, 1],"of or characteristic of such a person",1). c_DEF([ "lower case" ,1, 1, 1],"kept",2). c_DEF([ "lower case" ,1, 1, 1],"lower-case",1). c_DEF([ "lower case" ,1, 1, 1],"the bottom half of a compositor's type case, in which the small letters are",1). c_DEF([ "lower case" ,1, 1, 2],"to print with lower-case lette",1). c_DEF([ "lower chamber",1,1,1 ], "another name for a lower house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower class",1,1,1 ], "the social stratum having the lowest position in the social hierarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower class",1,2,1 ], "lower-class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower class",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the lower class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower class",1,2,3 ], "inferior or vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower criticism",1,1,1 ], "in order to establish the original text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lower criticism",1,1,1 ], "textual criticism, esp| the study of the extant manuscripts of the Scriptures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower deck",1,1,1 ], "the deck of a ship situated immediately above the hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower deck",1,1,2 ], "the petty officers and seamen of a ship collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower house",1,1,1 ], "one of the two houses of a bicameral legislature: usually the larger and more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower house",1,1,1 ], "representative house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lower mordent",1,1,1 ], "another term for mordent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower regions",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower world",1,1,1 ], "the earth as opposed to heaven or the spiritual world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower world",1,1,2 ], "another name for hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,1,1 ], "being below one or more other things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,1,2 ], "reduced in amount or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,1,3 ], "(of a limit or bound) less than or equal to one or more numbers or variables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,1,4 ], "denoting the early part or division of a period, system, formation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,2,1 ], "to cause to become low or on a lower level; bring, put, or cause to move down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,3,1 ], "to reduce or bring down in estimation, dignity, value, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,3,2 ], "to reduce or be reduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,4,1 ], "to make quieter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,5,1 ], "to reduce the pitch of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,6,1 ], "from the roof of the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,6,1 ], "to modify the articulation of (a vowel) by bringing the tongue further away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",1,7,1 ], "to diminish or become less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",2,1,1 ], "(esp| of the sky, weather, etc|) to be overcast, dark, and menacing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",2,1,2 ], "to scowl or frown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lower",2,2,1 ], "a menacing scowl or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowerclassman",1,1,1 ], "a freshman or sophomore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowermost",1,1,1 ], "lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowest common denominator",1,1,1 ], "denominator of a set of fractions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lowest common denominator",1,1,1 ], "the smallest integer or polynomial that is exactly divisible by each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowest common multiple",1,1,1 ], "set of numbers or quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lowest common multiple",1,1,1 ], "the smallest number or quantity that is exactly divisible by each member of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowland",1,1,1 ], "relatively low ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowland",1,1,2 ], "a low generally flat region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowland",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a lowland or lowlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lowly" ,1, 1, 1],"in a low or lowly manner",1). c_DEF([ "lox",1,1,1 ], "a kind of smoked salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lox",2,1,1 ], "short for liquid oxygen, esp| when used as an oxidizer for rocket fuels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loxodromic",1,1,1 ], "appear straight, as on a Mercator projection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "loxodromic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to rhumb lines or to map projections on which rhumb lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loxodromics",1,1,1 ], "the technique of navigating using rhumb lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loyal",1,1,1 ], "having or showing continuing allegiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loyal",1,1,2 ], "faithful to one's country, government, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loyal",1,1,3 ], "of or expressing loyalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loyalist",1,1,1 ], "a patriotic supporter of his sovereign or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loyalty",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being loyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "loyalty",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of allegiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lozenge",1,1,1 ], "a medicated tablet held in the mouth until it has dissolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lozenge",1,1,2 ], "another name for rhombus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lozenge",1,1,3 ], "a diamond-shaped charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lozenged",1,1,1 ], "decorated with lozenges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lozengy",1,1,1 ], "divided by diagonal lines to form a lattice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luau",1,1,1 ], "a feast of Hawaiian food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luau",1,1,2 ], "a dish of taro leaves usually prepared with coconut cream and octopus or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luau",1,1,2 ], "chicken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lubber line",1,1,1 ], "a mark on a ship's compass that designates the fore-and-aft axis of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubber line",1,1,1 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lubber",1,1,1 ], "a big, awkward, or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubber",1,1,2 ], "short for landlubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubber's hole",1,1,1 ], "a hole in a top or platform on a mast through which a sailor can climb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubra",1,1,1 ], "an Aboriginal woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricant",1,1,1 ], "a lubricating substance, such as oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricant",1,2,1 ], "serving to lubricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricate",1,1,1 ], "to cover or treat with an oily or greasy substance so as to lessen friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricate",1,2,1 ], "to make greasy, slippery, or smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricate",1,3,1 ], "to act as a lubricant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that lubricates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricator",1,1,2 ], "a device for applying lubricant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricity",1,1,1 ], "lewdness or salaciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricity",1,1,2 ], "smoothness or slipperiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricity",1,1,3 ], "capacity to lubricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricous",1,1,1 ], "lewd, lascivious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubricous",1,1,2 ], "oily or slippery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lubritorium",1,1,1 ], "a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucarne",1,1,1 ], "a type of dormer window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luce",1,1,1 ], "another name for the pike (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucent",1,1,1 ], "brilliant, shining, or translucent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucerne",1,1,1 ], "another name for alfalfa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucid",1,1,1 ], "readily understood; clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucid",1,1,2 ], "shining or glowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucid",1,1,3 ], "irresponsible behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lucid",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a period of normality between periods of insane or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucifer",1,1,1 ], "a friction match: originally a trade name for a match manufactured in England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucifer",1,1,1 ], "in the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luciferin",1,1,1 ], "a substance occurring in bioluminescent organisms, such as glow-worms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luciferin",1,1,1 ], "fireflies| It undergoes an enzyme-catalysed oxidation and emits light on decaying to its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luciferin",1,1,1 ], "ground state" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "luciferous",1,1,1 ], "bringing or giving light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,1,1 ], "events that are beyond control and seem subject to chance; fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,1,2 ], "success or good fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,1,3 ], "something considered to bring good luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,1,4 ], "down on one's luck| having little or no good luck to the point of suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,1,4 ], "hardships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,1,5 ], "no such luck| unfortunately not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,1,6 ], "try one's luck| to attempt something that is uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luck",1,2,1 ], "to succeed with (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luckless",1,1,1 ], "having no luck; unlucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucky dip",1,1,1 ], "a barrel or box filled with sawdust and small prizes for which children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucky dip",1,1,1 ], "search" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lucky dip",1,1,2 ], "an undertaking of uncertain outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucky",1,1,1 ], "luckier, luckiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucky",1,1,2 ], "having or bringing good fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucky",1,1,3 ], "happening by chance, esp| as desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucrative",1,1,1 ], "producing a profit; profitable; remunerative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucre",1,1,1 ], "money or wealth (esp| in the phrase filthy lucre)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucubrate",1,1,1 ], "to write or study, esp| at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucubration",1,1,1 ], "laborious study, esp| at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lucubration",1,1,2 ], "a solemn literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luculent",1,1,1 ], "easily understood; lucid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luculent",1,1,2 ], "bright or shining; glowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lud",1,1,1 ], "lord (in the phrase my lud, m'lud): used when addressing a judge in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lud",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of dismay or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ludicrous",1,1,1 ], "absurd or incongruous to the point of provoking ridicule or laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ludo",1,1,1 ], "a simple board game in which players advance counters by throwing dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lues",1,1,1 ], "any venereal disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lues",1,1,2 ], "a pestilence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luff",1,1,1 ], "the leading edge of a fore-and-aft sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luff",1,2,1 ], "to head (a sailing vessel) into the wind so that her sails flap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luff",1,3,1 ], "(of a sail) to flap when the wind is blowing equally on both sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luff",1,3,2 ], "order to shift a load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luff",1,3,2 ], "to move the jib of (a crane) or raise or lower the boom of (a derrick) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luffa",1,1,1 ], "any tropical climbing plant of the cucurbitaceous genus Luffa, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luffa",1,1,1 ], "dishcloth gourd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luffa",1,1,2 ], "another name for loofah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug screw",1,1,1 ], "a small screw without a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug wrench",1,1,1 ], "a spanner with a lug or lugs projecting from its jaws to engage the component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug wrench",1,1,1 ], "to be rotated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lug",1,1,1 ], "to carry or drag (something heavy) with great effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",1,2,1 ], "to introduce (an irrelevant topic) into a conversation or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",1,3,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) to carry too much (sail) for the amount of wind blowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of lugging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",2,1,1 ], "a projecting piece by which something is connected, supported, or lifted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",2,1,2 ], "a leather loop used in harness for various purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",2,1,3 ], "a box or basket for vegetables or fruit with a capacity of 28 to 40 pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",2,1,4 ], "informal or Scot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",2,1,5 ], "another word for ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",2,1,6 ], "a man, esp| a stupid or awkward one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",3,1,1 ], "short for lugsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lug",4,1,1 ], "short for lugworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luge",1,1,1 ], "a light one-man toboggan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luggage van",1,1,1 ], "a railway carriage used to transport passengers' luggage, bicycles, etc| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luggage van",1,1,1 ], "name: baggage car" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luggage",1,1,1 ], "baggage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luggage",1,1,1 ], "suitcases, trunks, etc|, containing personal belongings for a journey;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lugger",1,1,1 ], "a small working boat rigged with a lugsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lugsail",1,1,1 ], "a four-sided sail bent and hoisted on a yard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lugubrious",1,1,1 ], "excessively mournful; doleful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lugworm",1,1,1 ], "and having tufted gills: much used as bait by fishermen| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lugworm",1,1,1 ], "any polychaete worm of the genus Arenicola, living in burrows on sandy shores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lugworm",1,1,1 ], "lug" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lukewarm",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of water) moderately warm; tepid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lukewarm",1,1,2 ], "having or expressing little enthusiasm or conviction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lull",1,1,1 ], "lull to sleep)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lull",1,1,1 ], "to soothe (a person or animal) by soft sounds or motions (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lull",1,1,2 ], "to calm (someone or someone's fears, suspicions, etc|), esp| by deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lull",1,2,1 ], "a short period of calm or diminished activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lulu",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing considered to be outstanding in size, appearance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbago",1,1,1 ], "pain in the lower back; backache affecting the lumbar region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbar puncture",1,1,1 ], "insertion of a hollow needle into the lower region of the spinal cord to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbar puncture",1,1,1 ], "withdraw cerebrospinal fluid, introduce drugs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumbar",1,1,1 ], "hipbones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumbar",1,1,1 ], "of, near, or relating to the part of the body between the lowest ribs and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,1,1 ], "and Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,1,1,1 ], "logs; sawn timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,1,1,1 ], "useless household articles that are stored away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,2,1 ], "to pile together in a disorderly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,3,1 ], "to fill up or encumber with useless household articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,3,2 ], "and Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,3,3 ], "to convert (the trees) of (a forest) into marketable timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",1,4,1 ], "to burden with something unpleasant, tedious, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",2,1,1 ], "to move or proceed in an awkward heavy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumber",2,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for rumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbering",1,1,1 ], "and Canadian| the business or trade of cutting, preparing, or selling timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbering",2,1,1 ], "awkward or heavy in movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbering",2,1,2 ], "moving with a rumbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumberjack",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in North America) a person whose work involves felling trees," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumberjack",1,1,1 ], "transporting the timber, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumberjacket",1,1,1 ], "a boldly coloured, usually checked jacket in warm cloth, as worn by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumberjacket",1,1,1 ], "lumberjacks| U|S| name: lumberjack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumberyard",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for timberyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbricalis",1,1,1 ], "any of the four wormlike muscles in the hand or foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbricoid",1,1,1 ], "designating any part or structure resembling a worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumbricoid",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling an earthworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumen",1,1,1 ], "steradian by a point source having a uniform intensity of 1 candela| Symbol: lm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumen",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of luminous flux; the flux emitted in a solid angle of 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumen",1,1,2 ], "a passage, duct, or cavity in a tubular organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumen",1,1,3 ], "a cavity within a plant cell enclosed by the cell walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminance",1,1,1 ], "a state or quality of radiating or reflecting light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminance",1,1,2 ], "a measure (in candelas per square metre) of the brightness of a point on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminance",1,1,2 ], "area onto a plane at right angles to the direction| Symbol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "luminance",1,1,2 ], "direction of a small element of surface area divided by the orthogonal projection of this" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "luminance",1,1,2 ], "surface that is radiating or reflecting light| It is the luminous intensity in a given" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminary",1,1,1 ], "a person who enlightens or influences others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminary",1,1,2 ], "a famous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminary",1,1,3 ], "something, such as the sun or moon, that gives off light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminary",1,2,1 ], "of, involving, or characterized by light or enlightenment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminesce",1,1,1 ], "to exhibit luminescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminescence",1,1,1,1 ], "incandescence, such as phosphorescence or chemiluminescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminescence",1,1,1,1 ], "the emission of light at low temperatures by any process other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminescence",1,1,1,2 ], "the light emitted by such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminosity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being luminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminosity",1,1,2 ], "something that is luminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminosity",1,1,3 ], "a measure of the amount of light emitted by a star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminosity",1,1,4 ], "emits light to be observed| Former name: brightness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminosity",1,1,4 ], "the attribute of an object or colour enabling the extent to which an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous efficacy",1,1,1 ], "flux| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous efficacy",1,1,1 ], "the quotient of the luminous flux of a radiation and its corresponding radiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous efficacy",1,1,2 ], "power it consumes| It is measured in lumens per watt| Symbol: hv, Qv" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous efficacy",1,1,2 ], "the quotient of the luminous flux emitted by a source of radiation and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous efficiency",1,1,1 ], "constituent wavelengths divided by the corresponding radiant flux| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "luminous efficiency",1,1,1 ], "is the radiant flux weighed according to the spectral luminous efficiencies of its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous efficiency",1,1,1 ], "the efficiency of polychromatic radiation in producing a visual sensation| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous energy",1,1,1 ], "energy emitted or propagated in the form of light; the product of a luminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous energy",1,1,1 ], "flux and its duration, measured in lumen seconds| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous exitance",1,1,1 ], "area at a specified point on the surface| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous exitance",1,1,1 ], "the ability of a surface to emit light expressed as the luminous flux per unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous flux",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Qv" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "luminous flux",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the rate of flow of luminous energy, evaluated according to its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous flux",1,1,1 ], "ability to produce a visual sensation| For a monochromatic light it is the radiant flux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous flux",1,1,1 ], "multiplied by the spectral luminous efficiency of the light| It is measured in lumens|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "luminous intensity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the amount of light that a point source radiates in a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous intensity",1,1,1 ], "direction| It is expressed by the luminous flux leaving the source in that direction per" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous intensity",1,1,1 ], "unit of solid angle| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "luminous",1,1,1 ], "radiating or reflecting light; shining; glowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous",1,1,2 ], "exhibiting luminescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous",1,1,3 ], "full of light; well-lit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous",1,1,4 ], "(of a physical quantity in photometry) evaluated according to the visual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous",1,1,4 ], "sensation produced in an observer rather than by absolute energy measurements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luminous",1,1,5 ], "easily understood; lucid; clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luminous",1,1,6 ], "enlightening or wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumisterol",1,1,1 ], "a steroid compound produced when ergosterol is exposed to ultraviolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumisterol",1,1,1 ], "radiation| Formula: C28H44O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumme",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lummox",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump sum",1,1,1 ], "a relatively large sum of money, paid at one time, esp| in cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,1 ], "a small solid mass without definite shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,2 ], "any small swelling or tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,3 ], "a collection of things; aggregate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,4 ], "an awkward, heavy, or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,5 ], "the lump| Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,5,1 ], "reference to tax and national insurance evasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,5,1 ], "self-employed workers in the building trade considered collectively, esp| with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,6 ], "in the form of a lump or lumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,7 ], "a lump in one's throat| a tight dry feeling in one's throat, usually caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,7 ], "by great emotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,1,8 ], "in the lump| collectively; en masse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,2,1 ], "to collect into a mass or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,3,1 ], "to grow into lumps or become lumpy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,4,1 ], "to consider as a single group, often without justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,5,1 ], "to make or cause lumps in or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",1,6,1 ], "to move or proceed in a heavy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lump",2,1,1 ], "to tolerate or put up with; endure (in the phrase lump it)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpen",1,1,1 ], "stupid or unthinking|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpenproletariat",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Marxist theory) the amorphous urban social group below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpenproletariat",1,1,1 ], "proletariat, consisting of criminals, tramps, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumper",1,1,1 ], "a stevedore; docker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpfish",1,1,1 ], "Cyclopteridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lumpfish",1,1,1 ], "a North Atlantic scorpaenoid fish, Cyclopterus lumpus, having a globular body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpfish",1,1,1 ], "covered with tubercles, pelvic fins fused into a sucker, and an edible roe: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lumpfish",1,1,2 ], "any other fish of the family Cyclopteridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpish",1,1,1 ], "resembling a lump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpish",1,1,2 ], "stupid, clumsy, or heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpy jaw",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for actinomycosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpy",1,1,1 ], "lumpier, lumpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpy",1,1,2 ], "full of or having lumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpy",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of the sea) rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lumpy",1,1,4 ], "(of a person) heavy or bulky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luna moth",1,1,1 ], "a large American saturniid moth, Tropaea (or Actias)luna, having light green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luna moth",1,1,1 ], "wings with a yellow crescent-shaped marking on each forewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunacy",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) any severe mental illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunacy",1,1,2 ], "foolishness or a foolish act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunar caustic",1,1,1 ], "silver nitrate fused into sticks, which were formerly used in cauterizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunar module",1,1,1 ], "the module used to carry two of the three astronauts on an Apollo spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunar module",1,1,1 ], "to the surface of the moon and back to the spacecraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunar month",1,1,1 ], "another name for synodic month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunar",1,1,2 ], "occurring on, used on, or designed to land on the surface of the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunar",1,1,3 ], "moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunar",1,1,3 ], "relating to, caused by, or measured by the position or orbital motion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunar",1,1,4 ], "of or containing silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunarian",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for selenographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunarian",1,1,2 ], "an inhabitant of the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunate",1,2,1 ], "a crescent-shaped bone forming part of the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunatic asylum",1,1,1 ], "another name, usually regarded as offensive, for mental hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunatic fringe",1,1,1 ], "extreme or fanatical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunatic fringe",1,1,1 ], "the members of a society or group who adopt or support views regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunatic",1,1,1 ], "an informal or archaic word for insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunatic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunation",1,1,1 ], "another name for synodic month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunch hour",1,1,1 ], "a break in the middle of the working day, usually of one hour, during which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunch hour",1,1,1 ], "lunch may be eaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunch hour",1,1,2 ], "the time at which lunch is usually eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunch",1,1,1 ], "a meal eaten during the middle of the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunch",1,1,2 ], "(among older people) midafternoon tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunch",1,2,1 ], "to eat lunch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunch",1,3,1 ], "to provide or buy lunch for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luncheon meat",1,1,1 ], "a ground mixture of meat (often pork) and cereal, usually tinned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luncheon voucher",1,1,1 ], "a voucher worth a specified amount issued to employees and redeemable at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luncheon voucher",1,1,1 ], "restaurant for food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luncheon",1,1,1 ], "a lunch, esp| a formal one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luncheonette",1,1,1 ], "a cafe or small informal restaurant where light meals and snacks are served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lune",1,1,1,1 ], "a section of the surface of a sphere enclosed between two semicircles that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lune",1,1,1,1 ], "intersect at opposite points on the sphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lune",1,1,1,2 ], "a crescent-shaped figure formed on a plane surface by the intersection of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lune",1,1,1,2 ], "arcs of two circles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lune",1,1,2 ], "something shaped like a crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lune",1,1,3 ], "another word for lunette ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lune",2,1,1 ], "a leash for hawks or falcons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunette",1,1,1 ], "anything that is shaped like a crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunette",1,1,2 ], "an oval or circular opening to admit light in a dome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunette",1,1,3 ], "a semicircular panel containing a window, mural, or sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunette",1,1,4 ], "a ring attached to a vehicle, into which a hook is inserted so that it can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunette",1,1,4 ], "towed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunette",1,1,5 ], "a type of fortification like a detached bastion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunette",1,1,6 ], "a case fitted with a bracket to hold the consecrated host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lung",1,1,1 ], "either one of a pair of spongy saclike respiratory organs within the thorax of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lung",1,1,1 ], "higher vertebrates, which oxygenate the blood and remove its carbon dioxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lung",1,1,2 ], "any similar or analogous organ in other vertebrates or in invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lung",1,1,3 ], "at the top of one's lungs| in one's loudest voice; yelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungan",1,1,1 ], "another name for longan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunge",1,1,1 ], "a thrust made by advancing the front foot and straightening the back leg," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunge",1,1,1 ], "extending the sword arm forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunge",1,1,2 ], "a sudden forward motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunge",1,2,1 ], "to make a lunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunge",1,2,2 ], "to move or cause to move with a lunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunge",2,1,1 ], "a rope used in training or exercising a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunge",2,2,1 ], "to exercise or train (a horse) on a lunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungfish",1,1,1 ], "Australia" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lungfish",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater bony fish of the subclass Dipnoi, having an air-breathing lung," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungfish",1,1,1 ], "fleshy paired fins, and an elongated body| The only living species are those of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lungfish",1,1,1 ], "genera Lepidosiren of South America, Protopterus of Africa, and Neoceratodus of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lungi",1,1,1 ], "a long piece of cotton cloth worn as a loincloth, sash, or turban by Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungi",1,1,1 ], "men or as a skirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lungworm",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic nematode worm of the family Metastrongylidae, occurring in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungworm",1,1,1 ], "lungs of mammals, esp| Metastrongylus apri which infects pigs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lungworm",1,1,2 ], "any of certain other nematodes that are parasitic in the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian plants of the boraginaceous genus Pulmonaria, esp| P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungwort",1,1,1 ], "officinalis, which has spotted leaves and clusters of blue or purple flowers: formerly used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lungwort",1,1,1 ], "to treat lung diseases" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lungwort",1,1,2 ], "any of various boraginaceous plants of the N temperate genus Mertensia having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lungwort",1,1,2 ], "drooping clusters of tubular usually blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunisolar",1,1,1 ], "of the sun and moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunisolar",1,1,1 ], "resulting from, relating to, or based on the combined gravitational attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunitidal interval",1,1,1 ], "high tide at that meridian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunitidal interval",1,1,1 ], "the difference in time between the moon crossing a meridian and the following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunitidal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to tidal phenomena as produced by the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunula",1,1,1 ], "Nontechnical name: half-moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lunula",1,1,1 ], "the white crescent-shaped area at the base of the human fingernail|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunulate",1,1,1 ], "having markings shaped like crescents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lunulate",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lupin",1,1,1 ], "Africa, with large spikes of brightly coloured flowers and flattened pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lupin",1,1,1 ], "any papilionaceous plant of the genus Lupinus, of North America, Europe, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lupine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lupulin",1,1,1 ], "a resinous powder extracted from the female flowers of the hop plant and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lupulin",1,1,1 ], "as a sedative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lupus erythematosus",1,1,1 ], "either of two inflammatory diseases of the connective tissue| Discoid lupus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lupus erythematosus",1,1,1 ], "erythematosus is characterized by a scaly rash over the cheeks and bridge of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lupus erythematosus",1,1,1 ], "nose;disseminated or systemic lupus erythematosus affects the joints, lungs, kidneys, or skin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lupus vulgaris",1,1,1 ], "translucent nodules| Sometimes shortened to lupus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lupus vulgaris",1,1,1 ], "tuberculosis of the skin, esp| of the face, with the formation of raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lupus",1,1,1 ], "any of various ulcerative skin diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lur",1,1,1 ], "a large bronze musical horn found in Danish peat bogs and probably dating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lur",1,1,1 ], "the Bronze Age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",1,1,1 ], "to lean or pitch suddenly to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",1,1,2 ], "to stagger or sway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of lurching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",2,1,1 ], "leave in the lurch| to desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",2,1,2 ], "(someone) in trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",2,1,3 ], "(esp| in the phrase in the lurch)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",2,1,3 ], "the state of a losing player with less than 30 points at the end of a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurch",3,1,1 ], "to prowl or steal about suspiciously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who prowls or lurks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurcher",1,1,2 ], "a crossbred hunting dog, esp| one trained to hunt silently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurdan",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or dull person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurdan",1,2,1 ], "dull or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by away or into) to tempt or attract by the promise of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,1,1 ], "type of reward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,1,2 ], "to entice (a hawk or falcon) from the air to the falconer by a lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that lures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,2,2 ], "any of various types of brightly-coloured artificial spinning baits, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,2,2 ], "consisting of a plastic or metal body mounted with hooks and trimmed with feathers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,2,3 ], "a feathered decoy to which small pieces of meat can be attached and which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lure",1,2,3 ], "equipped with a long thong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lurid",1,1,1 ], "vivid in shocking detail; sensational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurid",1,1,2 ], "horrible in savagery or violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurid",1,1,3 ], "pallid in colour; wan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurid",1,1,4 ], "glowing with an unnatural glare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurk",1,1,1 ], "to move stealthily or be concealed, esp| for evil purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurk",1,1,2 ], "to be present in an unobtrusive way; go unnoticed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lurk",1,2,1 ], "a scheme or stratagem for success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luscious",1,1,1 ], "extremely pleasurable, esp| to the taste or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luscious",1,1,2 ], "very attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luscious",1,1,3 ], "cloying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lush",1,1,1 ], "(of vegetation) abounding in lavish growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lush",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of fruits) succulent and fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lush",1,1,3 ], "luxurious, elaborate, or opulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lush",2,1,1 ], "a heavy drinker, esp| an alcoholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lush",2,1,2 ], "alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lush",2,2,1 ], "to drink (alcohol) to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lust",1,1,1 ], "a strong desire for sexual gratification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lust",1,1,2 ], "a strong desire or drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lust",1,2,1 ], "to have a lust (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustful",1,1,1 ], "driven by lust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustful",1,1,2 ], "vigorous or lusty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the lustrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustral",1,1,2 ], "taking place at intervals of five years; quinquennial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustrate",1,1,1 ], "to purify by means of religious rituals or ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,1 ], "reflected light; sheen; gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,2 ], "radiance or brilliance of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,3 ], "great splendour of accomplishment, beauty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,4 ], "a substance used to polish or put a gloss on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,5 ], "a vase or chandelier from which hang cut-glass drops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,6 ], "a drop-shaded piece of cut glass or crystal used as a decoration on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,6 ], "chandelier, vase, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,6,1 ], "a shiny metallic surface on some pottery and porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,7 ], "of the properties by which minerals are defined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,1,7 ], "the way in which light is reflected from the surface of a mineral| It is one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustre",1,2,1 ], "to make, be, or become lustrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustreware",1,1,1 ], "pottery or porcelain ware with lustre decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustring",1,1,1 ], "a glossy silk cloth, formerly used for clothing, upholstery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lustrum",1,1,1 ], "a period of five years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lusty",1,1,1 ], "lustier, lustiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lusty",1,1,2 ], "having or characterized by robust health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lusty",1,1,3 ], "strong or invigorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lusus naturae",1,1,1 ], "a freak, mutant, or monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lutanist",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lutenist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lute",1,1,1 ], "an ancient plucked stringed instrument, consisting of a long fingerboard with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lute",1,1,1 ], "gut frets and strings, and a body shaped like a sliced pear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lute",2,1,1 ], "a mixture of cement and clay used to seal the joints between pipes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lute",2,2,1 ], "to seal (a joint or surface) with lute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luteal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characterized by the development of the corpus luteum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luteinizing hormone",1,1,1 ], "In female vertebrates it stimulates ovulation, and in mammals it also induces the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luteinizing hormone",1,1,1 ], "a gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luteinizing hormone",1,1,1 ], "conversion of the ruptured follicle into the corpus luteum| In male vertebrates it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "luteinizing hormone",1,1,1 ], "promotes maturation of the interstitial cells of the testes and stimulates androgen" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "luteinizing hormone",1,1,1 ], "secretion" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "luteolin",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline compound found, in the form of its glycoside, in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luteolin",1,1,1 ], "plants| Formula: C15H10O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luteous",1,1,1 ], "of a light to moderate greenish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lutestring",1,1,1 ], "a variant of lustring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lutetium",1,1,1 ], "1656 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3315 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "lutetium",1,1,1 ], "a silvery-white metallic element of the lanthanide series, occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lutetium",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 71; atomic wt|: 174|97; valency: 3; relative density: 9|835; melting pt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lutetium",1,1,1 ], "monazite and used as a catalyst in cracking, alkylation, and polymerization| Symbol: Lu;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luthern",1,1,1 ], "another name for dormer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luting",1,1,1 ], "another name for lute'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luting",1,1,2 ], "a strip of pastry placed around the dish to seal the lid of a pie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lutist",1,1,1 ], "another word for lutenist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lutist",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes lutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lux",1,1,1 ], "square metre| 1 lux is equivalent to 0|0929 foot-candle| Symbol: lx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lux",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of illumination equal to a luminous flux of 1 lumen per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxate",1,1,1 ], "to put (a shoulder, knee, etc|) out of joint; dislocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxulianite",1,1,1 ], "a rare variety of granite containing tourmaline embedded in quartz and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxulianite",1,1,1 ], "feldspar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "luxuriant",1,1,1 ], "rich and abundant; lush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxuriant",1,1,2 ], "very elaborate or ornate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxuriant",1,1,3 ], "extremely productive or fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxuriate",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by in) to take voluptuous pleasure; revel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxuriate",1,1,2 ], "to flourish extensively or profusely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxuriate",1,1,3 ], "to live in a sumptuous way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxurious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxurious",1,1,2 ], "enjoying or devoted to luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxurious",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for lecherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxury",1,1,1 ], "indulgence in and enjoyment of rich, comfortable, and sumptuous living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxury",1,1,2 ], "something that is considered an indulgence rather than a necessity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "luxury",1,1,3 ], "relating to, indicating, or supplying luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lv|",1,1,1 ], "leave (of absence, as from military duty)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lx",1,1,1 ], "lux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyc",1,1,1 ], "a secondary school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lycanthrope",1,1,1 ], "a werewolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lycanthrope",1,1,2 ], "a person who believes that he is a wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lycanthropy",1,1,1 ], "the supposed magical transformation of a human being into a wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lycanthropy",1,1,2 ], "a delusion in which a person believes that he is a wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyceum",1,1,1 ], "(now chiefly in the names of buildings) a public building for concerts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyceum",1,1,1 ], "lectures, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyceum",1,1,2 ], "a cultural organization responsible for presenting concerts, lectures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyceum",1,1,3 ], "another word for lycee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lych gate",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of lich gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lychee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of litchi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lychnis",1,1,1 ], "any caryophyllaceous plant of the genus Lychnis, having red, pink, or white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lychnis",1,1,1 ], "five-petalled flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lycopod",1,1,1 ], "another name for a club moss, esp| one of the genus Lycopodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lycopodium",1,1,1 ], "and spore-bearing cones: family Lycopodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lycopodium",1,1,1 ], "any club moss of the genus Lycopodium, resembling moss but having woody tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyddite",1,1,1 ], "an explosive consisting chiefly of fused picric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lye",1,1,1 ], "any solution obtained by leaching, such as the caustic solution obtained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lye",1,1,1 ], "leaching wood ash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lye",1,1,2 ], "a concentrated solution of sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lying",1,1,1 ], "the present participle and gerund of lie'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lying",2,1,1 ], "the present participle and gerund of lie'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lying-in",1,1,1,1 ], "confinement in childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lying-in",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyke-wake",1,1,1 ], "a watch held over a dead person, often with festivities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyme grass",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate perennial dune grass, Elymus arenarius, with a creeping stem and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyme grass",1,1,1 ], "rough bluish leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lymph cell",1,1,1 ], "another name for lymphocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymph gland",1,1,1 ], "a former name for lymph node" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymph node",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous bean-shaped masses of tissue, situated along the course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymph node",1,1,1 ], "lymphatic vessels, that help to protect against infection by killing bacteria and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lymph node",1,1,1 ], "neutralizing toxins and are the source of lymphocytes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lymph",1,1,1 ], "collected from the tissues of the body and transported in the lymphatic system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lymph",1,1,1 ], "the almost colourless fluid, containing chiefly white blood cells, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphadenitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a lymph node" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphangial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a lymphatic vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphangitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of one or more of the lymphatic vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphatic system",1,1,1 ], "an extensive network of capillary vessels that transports the interstitial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphatic system",1,1,1 ], "fluid of the body as lymph to the venous blood circulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lymphatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing lymph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphatic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the lymphatic system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphatic",1,1,3 ], "sluggish or lacking vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphatic",1,2,1 ], "a lymphatic vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lympho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating lymph or the lymphatic system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphoadenoma" ,1, 1, 1],"other names for Hodgkin's diseas",1). c_DEF([ "lymphoblast",1,1,1 ], "an immature lymphocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphocyte",1,1,1 ], "a type of white blood cell formed in lymphoid tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphocytosis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally large number of lymphocytes in the blood: often found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphocytosis",1,1,1 ], "diseases such as glandular fever and smallpox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lymphoid",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling lymph or lymphatic tissue, or relating to the lymphatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphoid",1,1,1 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lymphoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour originating in a lymph node or lymphoid tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lymphopoiesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of lymphatic tissue or lymphocytes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyncean",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a lynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyncean",1,1,2 ], "having keen sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynch law",1,1,1 ], "proper trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lynch law",1,1,1 ], "the practice of condemning and punishing a person by mob action without a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynch",1,1,1 ], "(of a mob) to kill (a person) for some supposed offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynchet",1,1,1 ], "a terrace or ridge formed in prehistoric or medieval times by ploughing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynchet",1,1,1 ], "hillside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lynx",1,1,1 ], "a feline mammal, Felis lynx (or canadensis), of Europe and North America, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynx",1,1,1 ], "grey-brown mottled fur, tufted ears, and a short tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lynx",1,1,2 ], "the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynx",1,1,3 ], "bay lynx| another name for bobcat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynx",1,1,4 ], "desert lynx| another name for caracal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynx",1,1,5 ], "a large fancy pigeon from Poland, with spangled or laced markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lynx-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having keen sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating dispersion or dissolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyonnaise",1,1,1 ], "(of food) cooked or garnished with onions, usually fried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyophilic",1,1,1 ], "(of a colloid) having a dispersed phase with a high affinity for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyophilic",1,1,1 ], "continuous phase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyophilize",1,1,1 ], "to dry (blood, serum, tissue, etc|) by freezing in a high vacuum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyophobic",1,1,1 ], "(of a colloid) having a dispersed phase with little or no affinity for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyophobic",1,1,1 ], "continuous phase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyra viol",1,1,1 ], "a lutelike musical instrument popular in the 16th and 17th centuries: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyra viol",1,1,1 ], "forerunner of the mandolin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyrate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a lyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrate",1,1,2 ], "(of leaves) having a large terminal lobe and smaller lateral lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyre",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek stringed instrument consisting of a resonating tortoise shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyre",1,1,1 ], "plectrum and used for accompanying songs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lyre",1,1,1 ], "to which a crossbar was attached by two projecting arms| It was plucked with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyre",1,1,2 ], "any ancient instrument of similar design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyre",1,1,3 ], "a medieval bowed instrument of the violin family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrebird",1,1,1 ], "constituting the family Menuridae: during courtship displays, the male spreads its tail into" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyrebird",1,1,1 ], "either of two pheasant-like Australian birds, Menura superba and M| alberti," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrebird",1,1,1 ], "the shape of a lyre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,1,1 ], "(of poetry)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,1,1,1 ], "expressing the writer's personal feelings and thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,1,1,2 ], "having the form and manner of a song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to such poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,1,3 ], "(of a singing voice) having a light quality and tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,1,4 ], "intended for singing, esp| (in classical Greece) to the accompaniment of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,1,4 ], "lyre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,2,1 ], "a short poem of songlike quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyric",1,2,2 ], "the words of a popular song| Also (for senses 1-3): lyrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrical",1,1,1 ], "another word for lyric3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrical",1,1,2 ], "enthusiastic; effusive (esp| in the phrase to wax lyrical)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyricism",1,1,1 ], "the quality or style of lyric poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyricism",1,1,2 ], "emotional or enthusiastic outpouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyricist",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes the words for a song, opera, or musical play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyricist",1,1,2 ], "a lyric poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrism",1,1,1 ], "the art or technique of playing the lyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrism",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for lyricism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the lyre|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyrist",1,1,2 ], "another word for lyricist ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lys-",1,1,1 ], "variant of lyso- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyse",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo lysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysergic acid",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline compound with a polycyclic molecular structure: used in medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysergic acid",1,1,1 ], "research| Formula C16H16N2O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lysimeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for determining solubility, esp| the amount of water-soluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysimeter",1,1,1 ], "matter in soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lysin",1,1,1 ], "against which they are directed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lysin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of antibodies or other agents that cause dissolution of cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysine",1,1,1 ], "(NH\2)(CH\2)4 CHNH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lysine",1,1,1 ], "an essential amino acid that occurs esp| in casein and gelatin| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysis",1,1,1 ], "the destruction or dissolution of cells by the action of a particular lysin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysis",1,1,2 ], "the gradual reduction in severity of the symptoms of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lyso-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a dissolving or loosening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysosome",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small particles, containing digestive enzymes, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysosome",1,1,1 ], "present in the cytoplasm of most cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lysozyme",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme occurring in tears, certain body tissues, and egg white: destroys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lysozyme",1,1,1 ], "bacteria by hydrolysing polysaccharides in their cell walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lyssa",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for rabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lythraceous",1,1,1 ], "crape myrtle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "lythraceous",1,1,1 ], "family of herbaceous plants, shrubs, and trees that includes purple loosestrife and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "lythraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Lythraceae, a mostly tropical American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lytic",1,1,1 ], "relating to, causing, or resulting from lysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lytic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a lysin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lytta",1,1,1 ], "a rodlike mass of cartilage beneath the tongue in the dog and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "lytta",1,1,1 ], "carnivores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "l|b|",1,1,1 ], "leg bye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|b|w|",1,1,1 ], "leg before wicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|c|",1,1,1 ], "left centre (of a stage, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|c|",1,1,2 ], "loco citato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|c|",1,1,3 ], "lower case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|c|d|",1,1,1 ], "lowest common denominator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|c|m|",1,1,1 ], "lowest common multiple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|f|",1,1,1 ], "light face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|h|",1,1,1 ], "left hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|h|d|",1,1,1 ], "left-hand drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|s|(on a document)",1,1,1 ], "the place of the seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|t|",1,1,1 ], "long ton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|t|",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) local time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "l|w|l|",1,1,1 ], "axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "l|w|l|",1,1,1 ], "length waterline; the length of a vessel at the waterline, taken at the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m" ,1, 1, 1],"or Ms",1). c_DEF([ "m" ,1, 1, 2],"the 13th letter and tenth consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "m" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a bilabial nasal, as in",1). c_DEF([ "m" ,1, 1, 3],"mat",2). c_DEF([ "m",1,1,1 ], "metre(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m",1,1,2 ], "mile(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m",1,1,3 ], "milli-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m",1,1,4 ], "minute(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m",1,1,5 ], "mutual inductance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m-RNA",1,1,1 ], "messenger RNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ma",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ma'am",1,1,1 ], "short for madam: used as a title of respect, esp| for female royalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maar",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|) a coneless volcanic crater that has been formed by a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maar",1,1,1 ], "explosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mabela",1,1,1 ], "ground kaffir corn used for making porridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mac",1,1,1 ], "short for mackintosh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macabre",1,1,1 ], "gruesome; ghastly; grim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macabre",1,1,2 ], "resembling or associated with the danse macabre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaco",1,1,1 ], "and the females brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macaco",1,1,1 ], "any of various lemurs, esp| Lemur macaco, the males of which are usually black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macadam",1,1,1 ], "a road surface made of compressed layers of small broken stones, esp| one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macadam",1,1,1 ], "is bound together with tar or asphalt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macadamia",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the Australian proteaceous genus Macadamia, esp| M| ternifolia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macadamia",1,1,1 ], "having clusters of small white flowers and edible nutlike seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macadamia",1,1,2 ], "macadamia nut| the seed of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macadamize",1,1,1 ], "to construct or surface (a road) with macadam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaque",1,1,1 ], "any of various Old World monkeys of the genus Macaca, inhabiting wooded or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaque",1,1,1 ], "pouches are present" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "macaque",1,1,1 ], "rocky regions of Asia and Africa| Typically the tail is short or absent and cheek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macaroni cheese",1,1,1 ], "a dish of macaroni with a cheese sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaroni",1,1,1 ], "pasta tubes made from wheat flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaroni",1,1,2 ], "(in 18th-century Britain) a dandy who affected foreign manners and style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaronic",1,1,1 ], "(of verse) characterized by a mixture of vernacular words jumbled together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaronic",1,1,1 ], "with Latin words or Latinized words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macaronic",1,2,1 ], "macaronic verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaroon",1,1,1 ], "a kind of sweet biscuit made of ground almonds, sugar, and egg whites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macaw",1,1,1 ], "a long tail and brilliant plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macaw",1,1,1 ], "any large tropical American parrot of the genera Ara and Anodorhynchus, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maccaboy",1,1,1 ], "a dark rose-scented snuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maccaroni",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of macaroni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mace",1,1,1 ], "a club, usually having a spiked metal head, used esp| in the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mace",1,1,2 ], "a ceremonial staff of office carried by certain officials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mace",1,1,3 ], "an early form of billiard cue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mace",2,1,1 ], "a spice made from the dried aril round the nutmeg seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macebearer",1,1,1 ], "a person who carries a mace in processions or ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macedoine",1,1,1 ], "a hot or cold mixture of diced vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macedoine",1,1,2 ], "a mixture of fruit served in a syrup or in jelly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macedoine",1,1,3 ], "any mixture; medley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macer",1,1,1 ], "a macebearer, esp| (in Scotland) an official who acts as usher in a court of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macer",1,1,1 ], "law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macerate",1,1,1 ], "to soften or separate or be softened or separated as a result of soaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macerate",1,1,2 ], "to break up or cause to break up by soaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macerate",1,1,3 ], "to become or cause to become thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machan",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a raised platform used in tiger hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machete",1,1,1 ], "a broad heavy knife used for cutting or as a weapon, esp| in parts of Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machete",1,1,1 ], "and South America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machicolate",1,1,1 ], "to construct machicolations at the top of (a wall)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machicolation",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in medieval castles) a projecting gallery or parapet supported on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machicolation",1,1,1 ], "corbels having openings through which missiles could be dropped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machicolation",1,1,2 ], "any such opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinate",1,1,1 ], "to contrive, plan, or devise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinate",1,1,2 ], "(schemes, plots, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machination",1,1,1 ], "an intrigue, plot, or scheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machination",1,1,2 ], "the act of devising plots or schemes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine bolt",1,1,1 ], "a fastening bolt with a machine-cut thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine gun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a rapid-firing automatic gun, usually mounted, from which small-arms",1). c_DEF([ "machine gun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"ammunition is discharged",2). c_DEF([ "machine gun" ,1, 2, 2],"to shoot or fire at with a machine gun",1). c_DEF([ "machine language",1,1,1 ], "instructions for the processing of data in a binary code that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine language",1,1,1 ], "understood and executed by a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine readable",1,1,1 ], "(of data) in a form in which it can be fed into a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine screw",1,1,1 ], "a fastening screw with a machine-cut thread throughout the length of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine screw",1,1,1 ], "shank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine shop",1,1,1 ], "a workshop in which machine tools are operated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine tool",1,1,1 ], "a power-driven machine, such as a lathe, miller, or grinder, for cutting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine tool",1,1,1 ], "shaping, and finishing metals or other materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of interconnected components arranged to transmit or modify force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,1 ], "in order to perform useful work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,2 ], "a device for altering the magnitude or direction of a force, esp| a lever," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,2 ], "screw, wedge, or pulley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,3 ], "a mechanically operated device or means of transport, such as a car, aircraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,4 ], "any mechanical or electrical device that automatically performs tasks or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,4 ], "assists in performing tasks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,5 ], "any intricate structure or agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,6 ], "a mechanically efficient, rigid, or obedient person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,7 ], "an organized body of people that controls activities, policies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,8 ], "(esp| in the classical theatre) a device such as a pulley to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,8 ], "spectacular entrances and exits for supernatural characters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,1,9 ], "an event, etc|, introduced into a literary work for special effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,2,1 ], "to shape, cut, or remove (excess material) from (a workpiece) using a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,2,1 ], "tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "machine",1,2,2 ], "to use a machine to carry out a process on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinery",1,1,1 ], "machines, machine parts, or machine systems collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinery",1,1,2 ], "a particular machine system or set of machines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinery",1,1,3 ], "a system similar to a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinery",1,1,4 ], "literary devices used for effect in epic poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinist",1,1,1 ], "a person who operates machines to cut or process materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machinist",1,1,2 ], "a maker or repairer of machines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machismo",1,1,1 ], "strong or exaggerated masculine pride or masculinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machree",1,1,1 ], "my dear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machtpolitik",1,1,1 ], "power politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "machzor",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mahzor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mach|",1,1,1 ], "machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mach|",1,1,2 ], "machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mach|",1,1,3 ], "machinist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macintosh",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mackintosh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mack",1,1,1 ], "short for mackintosh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mack",1,1,2 ], "short for mackinaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mack",2,1,1 ], "a pimp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackerel breeze",1,1,1 ], "a strong breeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackerel shark",1,1,1 ], "another name for porbeagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackerel sky",1,1,1 ], "a sky patterned with cirrocumulus or small altocumulus clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackerel",1,1,1 ], "a spiny-finned food fish, Scomber scombrus, occurring in northern coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackerel",1,1,1 ], "forked tail and a greenish-blue body marked with wavy dark bands on the back" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mackerel",1,1,1 ], "regions of the Atlantic and in the Mediterranean: family Scombridae|It has a deeply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mackerel",1,1,2 ], "any of various other fishes of the family Scombridae, such as Scomber colias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackintosh",1,1,1 ], "a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackintosh",1,1,2 ], "such cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackintosh",1,1,3 ], "any raincoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mackle",1,1,1 ], "a double or blurred impression caused by shifting paper or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macle",1,1,1 ], "another name for chiastolite and twin ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macram",1,1,1 ], "a type of ornamental work made by knotting and weaving coarse thread into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macram",1,1,1 ], "pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macrencephaly",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having an abnormally large brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macro",1,1,1 ], "a single computer instruction that initiates a set of instructions to perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macro",1,1,1 ], "a specific task" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macro-",1,1,1 ], "large, long, or great in size or duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macro-",1,1,2 ], "(in pathology) indicating abnormal enlargement or overdevelopment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrobiotics",1,1,1 ], "Yin and Yang|It advocates diets of whole grains and vegetables grown without" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macrobiotics",1,1,1 ], "a dietary system in which foods are classified according to the principles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrobiotics",1,1,1 ], "chemical additives" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "macrocephaly",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having an abnormally large head or skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroclimate",1,1,1 ], "the prevailing climate of a large area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrocosm",1,1,1 ], "a complex structure, such as the universe or society, regarded as an entirety," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrocosm",1,1,1 ], "as opposed to microcosms, which have a similar structure and are contained within" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macrocosm",1,1,1 ], "it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "macrocosm",1,1,2 ], "any complex entity regarded as a complete system in itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrocyst",1,1,1 ], "an unusually large cyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrocyst",1,1,2 ], "(in slime moulds) an encysted resting protoplasmic mass| (" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrocyte",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally large red blood cell, over 10 mm in diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrocytosis",1,1,1 ], "the presence in the blood of macrocytes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroeconomics",1,1,1 ], "consumption, and investment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macroeconomics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of economics concerned with aggregates, such as national income," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroevolution",1,1,1 ], "the evolution of large taxonomic groups such as genera and families" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrogamete",1,1,1 ], "the larger and apparently female of two gametes in conjugating protozoans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrograph",1,1,1 ], "a photograph, drawing, etc|, in which an object appears as large as or several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrograph",1,1,1 ], "times larger than the original" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macromolecule",1,1,1 ], "any very large molecule, such as a protein or synthetic polymer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macron",1,1,1 ], "a diacritical mark () placed over a letter, used in prosody, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macron",1,1,1 ], "orthography of some languages, and in several types of phonetic respelling systems, to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macron",1,1,1 ], "represent a long vowel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "macronucleus",1,1,1 ], "similar processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macronucleus",1,1,1 ], "the larger of the two nuclei in ciliated protozoans, involved in feeding and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macronutrient",1,1,1 ], "amounts for healthy growth and development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macronutrient",1,1,1 ], "any substance, such as carbon, hydrogen, or oxygen, that is required in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrophage",1,1,1 ], "any large phagocytic cell occurring in the blood, lymph, and connective tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrophage",1,1,1 ], "of vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macrophysics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with macroscopic systems and objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macropterous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals, esp| some types of ant) having large wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroscopic",1,1,1 ], "large enough to be visible to the naked eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroscopic",1,1,2 ], "comprehensive; concerned with large units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroscopic",1,1,3 ], "having astronomical dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroscopic",1,1,4 ], "capable of being described by the statistical properties of a large number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macroscopic",1,1,4 ], "parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macrosporangium",1,1,1 ], "another name for megasporangium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macrospore",1,1,1 ], "another name for megaspore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macruran" ,1, 1, 1],"any decapod crustacean of the group (formerly suborder)Macrura, which includes",1). c_DEF([ "macruran" ,1, 1, 1],"the lobsters, prawns, and crayfish",2). c_DEF([ "macula lutea",1,1,1 ], "a small yellowish oval-shaped spot, rich in cones, near the centre of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macula lutea",1,1,1 ], "retina of the eye, where vision is especially sharp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "macula",1,1,1 ], "a small spot or area of distinct colour, esp| the macula lutea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macula",1,1,2 ], "any small discoloured spot or blemish on the skin, such as a freckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maculate",1,2,1 ], "to spot, stain, or pollute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maculate",1,3,1 ], "spotted or polluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maculation",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of spots, as on certain animals and plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maculation",1,1,2 ], "the act of maculating or the state of being maculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macule",1,1,1 ], "another name for macula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "macule",1,1,2 ], "another name for mackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,1 ], "mentally deranged; insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,10 ], "(of animals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,10,1 ], "unusually ferocious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,10,2 ], "afflicted with rabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,11 ], "like mad| Informal| with great energy, enthusiasm, or haste; wildly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,12 ], "mad as a hatter| crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,2 ], "senseless; foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,4 ], "angry; resentful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by about, on, or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,6 ], "often postpositive) wildly enthusiastic (about) or fond (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,7 ], "extremely excited or confused; frantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,8 ], "wildly gay; boisterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,1,9 ], "temporarily overpowered by violent reactions, emotions, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,2,1 ], "or archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mad",1,2,2 ], "to make or become mad; act or cause to act as if mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madafu",1,1,1 ], "coconut milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madam",1,1,1 ], "a polite term of address for a woman, esp| one considered to be of relatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madam",1,1,1 ], "high social status" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "madam",1,1,2 ], "a woman who runs a brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madam",1,1,3 ], "a precocious or pompous little girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madame",1,1,1 ], "a married Frenchwoman: usually used as a title equivalent to Mrs|, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madame",1,1,1 ], "sometimes extended to older unmarried women to show respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "madcap",1,1,1 ], "impulsive, reckless, or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madcap",1,2,1 ], "an impulsive, reckless, or lively person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become mad or angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maddening",1,1,1 ], "serving to send mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maddening",1,1,2 ], "extremely annoying; exasperating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madder",1,1,1 ], "any of several rubiaceous plants of the genus Rubia, esp| the Eurasian R|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madder",1,1,1 ], "tinctoria, which has small yellow flowers and a red fleshy root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "madder",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madder",1,1,3 ], "a dark reddish-purple dye formerly obtained by fermentation of this root;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madder",1,1,3 ], "identical to the synthetic dye, alizarin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "madder",1,1,4 ], "a red lake obtained from alizarin and an inorganic base; used as a pigment in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madder",1,1,4 ], "inks and paints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "madding",1,1,1 ], "acting or behaving as if mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madding",1,1,2 ], "making mad; maddening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made dish",1,1,1 ], "a dish consisting of a number of different ingredients cooked together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made",1,1,1 ], "the past tense and past participle of make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made",1,2,1 ], "artificially produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made",1,2,2 ], "produced or shaped as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made",1,2,3 ], "get or have it made| Slang| to be assured of success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made",1,2,4 ], "made of money| very rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made-up",1,1,1 ], "invented; fictional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made-up",1,1,2 ], "wearing make-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made-up",1,1,3 ], "put together; assembled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "made-up",1,1,4 ], "(of a road) surfaced with tarmac, concrete, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madeleine",1,1,1 ], "a small fancy sponge cake usually coated with jam and coconut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mademoiselle",1,1,1 ], "Miss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mademoiselle",1,1,1 ], "a young unmarried French girl or woman: usually used as a title equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mademoiselle",1,1,2 ], "a French teacher or governess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madhouse",1,1,1 ], "a mental hospital or asylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madhouse",1,1,2 ], "a state of uproar or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madly",1,1,1 ], "in an insane or foolish manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madly",1,1,2 ], "with great speed and energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madly",1,1,3 ], "extremely or excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who is insane, esp| one who behaves violently; lunatic",1). c_DEF([ "madness",1,1,1 ], "insanity; lunacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madness",1,1,2 ], "extreme anger, excitement, or foolishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madness",1,1,3 ], "a nontechnical word for rabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madras",1,1,1,1 ], "a strong fine cotton or silk fabric, usually with a woven stripe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madras",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madras",1,1,2 ], "something made of this, esp| a scarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madrepore" ,1, 1, 1],"any coral of the genus Madrepora, many of which occur in tropical seas and",1). c_DEF([ "madrepore" ,1, 1, 1],"form large coral reefs: order Zoantharia",2). c_DEF([ "madrigal",1,1,1 ], "a type of 16th- or 17th-century part song for unaccompanied voices with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madrigal",1,1,1 ], "amatory or pastoral text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "madrigal",1,1,2 ], "a 14th-century Italian song, related to a pastoral stanzaic verse form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madril",1,1,1 ], "a cold consomme flavoured with tomato juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madrona" ,1, 1, 1],"madrono , or madrone,",1). c_DEF([ "madrona" ,1, 1, 2],"an ericaceous North American evergreen tree or shrub, Arbutus menziesii, with",1). c_DEF([ "madrona" ,1, 1, 2],"white flowers and red berry-like fruits",2). c_DEF([ "maduro" ,1, 1, 1],"(of cigars) dark and strong",1). c_DEF([ "maduro" ,1, 2, 2],"a cigar of this type",1). c_DEF([ "madwort",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing Eurasian boraginaceous plant, Asperugo procumbens, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "madwort",1,1,1 ], "blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "madwort",1,1,2 ], "any of certain other plants, such as alyssum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mae west",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable life jacket, esp| as issued to the U|S| armed forces for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mae west",1,1,1 ], "emergency use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maelstrom",1,1,1 ], "a large powerful whirlpool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maelstrom",1,1,2 ], "any turbulent confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maenad",1,1,1 ], "a woman participant in the orgiastic rites of Dionysus; bacchante" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maenad",1,1,2 ], "a frenzied woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maestoso",1,2,1 ], "to be performed majestically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maestoso",1,3,1 ], "a piece or passage directed to be played in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maestro di cappella",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of an orchestra, esp| a private one attached to the palace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maestro di cappella",1,1,1 ], "of a prince in Italy during the baroque period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maestro",1,1,1 ], "a distinguished music teacher, conductor, or musician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maestro",1,1,2 ], "any man regarded as the master of an art: often used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maffick",1,1,1 ], "to celebrate extravagantly and publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mafioso",1,1,1 ], "a person belonging to the Mafia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mag tape",1,1,1 ], "short for magnetic tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,1 ], "a periodic paperback publication containing articles, fiction, photographs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,1,1 ], "a metal case holding several cartridges used in some kinds of automatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,1,1 ], "firearms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,1,2 ], "this compartment itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,2 ], "a building or compartment for storing weapons, explosives, military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,2 ], "provisions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,3 ], "a stock of ammunition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,4 ], "a device for continuously recharging a stove or boiler with solid fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,5 ], "another name for cartridge ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magazine",1,1,6 ], "a rack for automatically feeding a number of slides through a projector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magdalen",1,1,1 ], "a reformed prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magdalen",1,1,2 ], "a reformatory for prostitutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mage",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for magician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magenta",1,1,1,1 ], "a deep purplish red that is the complementary colour of green and, with yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magenta",1,1,1,1 ], "and cyan, forms a set of primary colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magenta",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magenta",1,1,2 ], "another name for fuchsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maggie",1,1,1 ], "a magpie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maggot",1,1,1 ], "occurring in decaying organic matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maggot",1,1,1 ], "the soft limbless larva of dipterous insects, esp| the housefly and blowfly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maggot",1,1,2 ], "a fancy or whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maggoty",1,1,1 ], "relating to, resembling, or ridden with maggots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maggoty",1,1,2 ], "annoyed or angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magi",1,1,1 ], "the Zoroastrian priests of the ancient Medes and Persians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magi",1,1,2 ], "Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12) and traditionally called Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magi",1,1,2 ], "the three Magi| the wise men from the East who came to do homage to the infant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic carpet",1,1,1 ], "(in fairy stories) a carpet capable of transporting people through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic eye",1,1,1 ], "another name for electric eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic lantern",1,1,1 ], "an early type of slide projector| Sometimes shortened to lantern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic number",1,1,1 ], "any of the numbers 2, 8, 20, 28, 50, 82, and 126| Nuclides with these numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic number",1,1,1 ], "of nucleons appear to have greater stability than other nuclides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magic square",1,1,1 ], "a square array of rows of integers arranged so that the sum of the integers is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic square",1,1,1 ], "the same when taken vertically, horizontally, or diagonally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,1,1 ], "influence events; sorcery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,1,1 ], "the art that, by use of spells, supposedly invokes supernatural powers to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,1,2 ], "the practice of this art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,1,3 ], "the practice of illusory tricks to entertain other people; conjuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,1,4 ], "any mysterious or extraordinary quality or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,1,5 ], "like magic| very quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,2,1 ], "also magical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,2,3 ], "possessing or considered to possess mysterious powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,2,4 ], "unaccountably enchanting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,3,1 ], "to transform or produce by or as if by magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magic",1,4,1 ], "to cause to disappear by or as if by magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magician",1,1,1 ], "another term for conjurer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magician",1,1,2 ], "a person who practises magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magician",1,1,3 ], "a person who has extraordinary skill, influence, or qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magilp",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of megilp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magisterial",1,1,1 ], "commanding; authoritative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magisterial",1,1,2 ], "domineering; dictatorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magisterial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a teacher or person of similar status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magisterial",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a magistrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistery",1,1,1 ], "an agency or substance, such as the philosopher's stone, believed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistery",1,1,1 ], "transmute other substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magistery",1,1,2 ], "any substance capable of healing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistracy",1,1,1 ], "the office or function of a magistrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistracy",1,1,2 ], "magistrates collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistracy",1,1,3 ], "the district under the jurisdiction of a magistrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistral",1,1,1 ], "made up according to a special prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistral",1,1,2 ], "determining the location of other fortifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistral",1,2,1 ], "a fortification in a determining position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistrate",1,1,1 ], "a public officer concerned with the administration of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistrate",1,1,2 ], "another name for justice of the peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistrates' court",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a court of summary jurisdiction held before two or more justices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magistrates' court",1,1,1 ], "actions, and preliminary hearings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magistrates' court",1,1,1 ], "of the peace or a stipendiary magistrate to deal with minor crimes, certain civil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magma",1,1,1 ], "a paste or suspension consisting of a finely divided solid dispersed in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magma",1,1,1 ], "liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magma",1,1,2 ], "a hot viscous liquid within the earth's crust, consisting mainly of silica:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magma",1,1,2 ], "it solidifies to form igneous rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magna cum laude",1,1,1 ], "achievement in examinations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magna cum laude",1,1,1 ], "with great praise: the second of three designations for above-average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnanimity",1,1,1 ], "generosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnanimous",1,1,1 ], "generous and noble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnate",1,1,1 ], "a person of power and rank in any sphere, esp| in industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnate",1,1,2 ], "a great nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnate",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a member of the upper chamber in certain European parliaments, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnate",1,1,3 ], "in Hungary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnesia",1,1,1 ], "another name for magnesium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnesite",1,1,1 ], "a white, colourless, or lightly tinted mineral consisting of naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnesite",1,1,1 ], "also used in the manufacture of refractory bricks| Formula: MgCO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnesite",1,1,1 ], "occurring magnesium carbonate in hexagonal crystalline form: a source of magnesium and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium oxide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: MgO" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white tasteless substance occurring naturally as periclase: used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium oxide",1,1,1 ], "antacid and laxative and in refractory materials, such as crucibles and fire bricks|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium",1,1,1 ], "Mg; atomic no|: 12; atomic wt|: 24|312; valency: 2; relative density: 1|738;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium",1,1,1 ], "a light silvery-white metallic element of the alkaline earth series that burns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium",1,1,1 ], "carnallite: used in light structural alloys, flash bulbs, flares, and fireworks| Symbol:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 651 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1107 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "magnesium",1,1,1 ], "with an intense white flame, occurring principally in magnesite, dolomite, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnet",1,1,1 ], "a body that can attract certain substances, such as iron or steel, as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnet",1,1,1 ], "of a magnetic field; a piece of ferromagnetic substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnet",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that exerts a great attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic bottle",1,1,1 ], "a configuration of magnetic fields for containing the plasma in controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic bottle",1,1,1 ], "thermonuclear reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic character reader",1,1,1 ], "a device that automatically scans and interprets characters printed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic character reader",1,1,1 ], "magnetic ink| It operates by the process of magnetic character recognition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic circuit",1,1,1 ], "a closed path described by magnetic flux, analogous to a circuit through which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic circuit",1,1,1 ], "an electric current flows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic compass",1,1,1 ], "a compass containing a magnetic needle pivoted in a horizontal plane, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic compass",1,1,1 ], "indicates the direction of magnetic north at points on the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic constant",1,1,1 ], "metre| Symbol: M0" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic constant",1,1,1 ], "the permeability of free space, which has the value 4r X 10'-'7 henry per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic course",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft's course in relation to the magnetic north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic declination",1,1,1 ], "north pole at any given point on the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic declination",1,1,1 ], "the angle that a compass needle makes with the direction of the geographical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic dip",1,1,1 ], "another name for dip ,1,29" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic dipole moment",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the magnetic strength of a magnet or current-carrying coil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic dipole moment",1,1,1 ], "expressed as the torque produced when the magnet or coil is set with its axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic dipole moment",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular to unit magnetic field| Symbol: m, j" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic disk",1,1,1 ], "another name for disk ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic drum",1,1,1 ], "another name for drum'1 ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic equator",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary line on the earth's surface, near the equator, at all points on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic equator",1,1,1 ], "which there is no magnetic dip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic field",1,1,1 ], "a field of force surrounding a permanent magnet or a moving charged particle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic field",1,1,1 ], "in which another permanent magnet or moving charge experiences a force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic flux density",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: B" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic flux density",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the strength of a magnetic field at a given point, expressed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic flux density",1,1,1 ], "the force per unit length on a conductor carrying unit current at that point|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic flux",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the strength of a magnetic field over a given area, equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic flux",1,1,1 ], "product of the area and the magnetic flux density through it| Symbol: q" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic flux",1,1,2 ], "a magnetic field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic induction",1,1,1 ], "another name for magnetic flux density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic ink",1,1,1 ], "for magnetic character recognition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic ink",1,1,1 ], "ink containing particles of a magnetic material used for printing characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic lens",1,1,1 ], "a set of magnets, esp| electromagnets, used to focus or defocus a beam of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic lens",1,1,1 ], "charged particles in an electron microscope, particle accelerator, or similar device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic meridian",1,1,1 ], "a continuous imaginary line around the surface of the earth passing through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic meridian",1,1,1 ], "both magnetic poles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic mine",1,1,1 ], "a mine designed to activate when a magnetic field such as that generated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic mine",1,1,1 ], "the metal of a ship's hull is detected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic moment",1,1,1 ], "short for magnetic dipole moment or electromagnetic moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic needle",1,1,1 ], "a slender magnetized rod used in certain instruments, such as the magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic needle",1,1,1 ], "compass, for indicating the direction of a magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic north",1,1,1 ], "from the direction of true (geographic) north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic north",1,1,1 ], "the direction in which a compass needle points, at an angle (the declination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic pickup",1,1,1 ], "a type of gramophone pickup in which the stylus moves an iron core in a coil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic pickup",1,1,1 ], "causing a changing magnetic field that produces the current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic pole",1,1,1 ], "concentrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic pole",1,1,1 ], "either of two regions in a magnet where the magnetic induction is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic pole",1,1,2 ], "either of two variable points on the earth's surface towards which a magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic pole",1,1,2 ], "needle points, where the lines of force of the earth's magnetic field are vertical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic storm",1,1,1 ], "a sudden severe disturbance of the earth's magnetic field, caused by emission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic storm",1,1,1 ], "of charged particles from the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic tape unit",1,1,1 ], "a computer device that moves reels of magnetic tape past read-write heads so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic tape unit",1,1,1 ], "that data can be transferred to or from the computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic tape",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow plastic strip coated with iron oxide, used to record sound or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic tape",1,1,1 ], "to mag tape" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic tape",1,1,1 ], "video signals or to store information in computers| Sometimes (informally) shortened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic variation",1,1,1 ], "another name for magnetic declination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic",1,1,1 ], "of, producing, or operated by means of magnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with a magnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic",1,1,3 ], "of or concerned with the magnetism of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic",1,1,4 ], "capable of being magnetized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetic",1,1,5 ], "exerting a powerful attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with magnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetism",1,1,1 ], "the property of attraction displayed by magnets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetism",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of phenomena in which a field of force is caused by a moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetism",1,1,2 ], "electric charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetism",1,1,3 ], "the branch of physics concerned with magnetic phenomena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetism",1,1,4 ], "powerful attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetite",1,1,1 ], "Sweden, and is an important source of iron| Formula: FeO|Fe2O3" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "magnetite",1,1,1 ], "a black magnetizable mineral that consists of ferrous and ferric oxides in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetite",1,1,1 ], "cubic crystalline form with the iron sometimes replaced by magnesium, zinc, chromium," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetite",1,1,1 ], "etc| It is widely distributed in igneous and metamorphic rocks, esp| in Russia and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnetize",1,1,1 ], "to make (a substance or object) magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetize",1,1,2 ], "to attract strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetize",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for mesmerize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magneto",1,1,1 ], "a small electric generator in which the magnetic field is produced by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magneto",1,1,1 ], "permanent magnet, esp| one for providing the spark in an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magneto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating magnetism or magnetic properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetochemistry",1,1,1 ], "chemical properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the relationship between magnetic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetoelectricity",1,1,1 ], "electricity produced by the action of magnetic fields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetograph",1,1,1 ], "a recording magnetometer, usually used for studying variations in the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetograph",1,1,1 ], "magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetohydrodynamics" ,1, 1, 2],"plasmas, in magnetic fields",2). c_DEF([ "magnetohydrodynamics" ,1, 1, 2],"the study of the behaviour of conducting fluids, such as liquid metals or",1). c_DEF([ "magnetohydrodynamics" ,1, 1, 3],"collecting the deflected free electrons",2). c_DEF([ "magnetohydrodynamics" ,1, 1, 3],"the generation of electricity by subjecting a plasma to a magnetic field and",1). c_DEF([ "magnetometer",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring the intensity or direction of a magnetic field," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetometer",1,1,1 ], "esp| the earth's field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetomotive force",1,1,1 ], "electromotive force in an electric circuit; equal to the circular integral of the magnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetomotive force",1,1,1 ], "field strength| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magnetomotive force",1,1,1 ], "the agency producing a magnetic flux, considered analogous to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetomotive",1,1,1 ], "causing a magnetic flux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magneton",1,1,1 ], "10'-'2'4 joule per tesla| Symbol: b or mB" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "magneton",1,1,1 ], "a unit of magnetic moment equal to eh/4rm where e and m are the charge and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magneton",1,1,1 ], "mass of an electron and h is the Planck constant| It has the value 9|274,096 X" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magneton",1,1,2 ], "a similar unit equal to bm/M where M is the mass of the proton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetosphere",1,1,1 ], "is dominated by the earth's magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetosphere",1,1,1 ], "the region surrounding the earth in which the behaviour of charged particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetostriction",1,1,1 ], "a change in dimensions of a ferromagnetic material that is subjected to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetostriction",1,1,1 ], "magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnetron",1,1,1 ], "a two-electrode electronic valve used with an applied magnetic field to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnetron",1,1,1 ], "generate high-power microwave oscillations, esp| for use in radar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnific",1,1,1 ], "magnificent, grandiose, or pompous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnification",1,1,1 ], "the act of magnifying or the state of being magnified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnification",1,1,2 ], "the degree to which something is magnified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnification",1,1,3 ], "a copy, photograph, drawing, etc|, of something magnified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnification",1,1,4 ], "a measure of the ability of a lens or other optical instrument to magnify," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnification",1,1,4 ], "expressed as the ratio of the size of the image to that of the object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnificence",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being magnificent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnificent",1,1,1 ], "splendid or impressive in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnificent",1,1,2 ], "superb or very fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnificent",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of ideas) noble or elevated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnificent",1,1,4 ], "great or exalted in rank or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnifico",1,1,1 ], "a magnate; grandee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnify",1,1,1 ], "the action of a lens, microscope, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnify",1,1,1 ], "to increase, cause to increase, or be increased in apparent size, as through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnify",1,1,2 ], "to exaggerate or become exaggerated in importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnify",1,2,1 ], "to increase in actual size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnify",1,3,1 ], "to glorify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnifying glass",1,1,1 ], "a convex lens used to produce an enlarged image of an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magniloquent",1,1,1 ], "(of speech) lofty in style grandiloquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 1],"relative importance or significance",1). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 2],"relative size or extent",1). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 3],"a number assigned to a quantity, such as weight, and used as a basis of",1). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 3],"comparison for the measurement of similar quantities",2). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 4],"either by eye (visual magnitude) or by photographic methods (photographic",3). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 4],"highest integral value",5). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 4],"magnitude)|Each integral value represents a brightness 2|512 times greater than the next",4). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 4],"the apparent brightness of a celestial body expressed on a numerical scale on",1). c_DEF([ "magnitude" ,1, 1, 4],"which bright stars have a low value| Values range from -27 (the sun) to 23 measured",2). c_DEF([ "magnolia",1,1,1 ], "America: cultivated for their white, pink, purple, or yellow showy flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnolia",1,1,1 ], "any tree or shrub of the magnoliaceous genus Magnolia of Asia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnolia",1,1,2 ], "the flower of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnolia",1,1,2,1 ], "a very pale pinkish-white or purplish-white colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnoliaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Magnoliaceae, a family of trees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnoliaceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubs, including magnolias and the tulip tree, having large showy flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnum opus",1,1,1 ], "a great work of art or literature, esp| the greatest single work of an artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnum",1,1,1 ], "a wine bottle holding the equivalent of two normal bottles (approximately 52" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magnum",1,1,1 ], "fluid ounces)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magnus hitch",1,1,1 ], "a knot similar to a clove hitch but having one more turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magot",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese or Japanese figurine in a crouching position, usually grotesque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magot",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for Barbary ape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,1 ], "any of various passerine birds of the genus Pica, esp| P| pica, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white plumage, long tail, and a chattering call: family Corvidae (crows, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar birds of the Australian family Cracticidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,3 ], "any of various other similar or related birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,4 ], "a variety of domestic fancy pigeon typically having black-and-white markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,5 ], "a person who hoards small objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,6 ], "a person who chatters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,6,1 ], "the outmost ring but one on a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magpie",1,1,6,2 ], "a shot that hits this ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maguey",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American agave plants of the genera Agave or Furcraea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maguey",1,1,1 ], "esp| one that yields a fibre or is used in making an alcoholic beverage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maguey",1,1,2 ], "the fibre from any of these plants, used esp| for rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magus",1,1,1 ], "a Zoroastrian priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "magus",1,1,2 ], "an astrologer, sorcerer, or magician of ancient times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mag|",1,1,1 ], "magazine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mag|",1,1,2 ], "magnesium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mag|",1,1,3 ], "magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mag|",1,1,4 ], "magnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mag|",1,1,5 ], "magnets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mag|",1,1,6 ], "magnitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maharajah",1,1,1 ], "any of various Indian princes, esp| any of the rulers of the former native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maharajah",1,1,1 ], "states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maharani",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a maharajah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maharani",1,1,2 ], "a woman holding the rank of maharajah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maharishi",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu teacher of religious and mystical knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahatma",1,1,1 ], "a Brahman sage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahatma",1,1,2 ], "an adept or sage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahewu",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) fermented liquid mealie-meal porridge, used as a stimulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahewu",1,1,1 ], "by Black Africans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mahjong",1,1,1 ], "a game of Chinese origin, usually played by four people, in which tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahjong",1,1,1 ], "bearing various designs are drawn and discarded until one player has an entire hand of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mahjong",1,1,1 ], "winning combinations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mahlstick",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of maulstick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahogany",1,1,1 ], "S| mahagoni and S| macrophylla, valued for their hard reddish-brown wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mahogany",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American trees of the meliaceous genus Swietenia, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahogany",1,1,2 ], "Philippine mahogany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mahogany",1,1,2 ], "any of several trees with similar wood, such as African mahogany and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahogany",1,1,2,1 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahogany",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahogany",1,1,3 ], "a reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahonia",1,1,1 ], "any evergreen berberidaceous shrub of the Asian and American genus Mahonia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahonia",1,1,1 ], "clusters of small yellow flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mahonia",1,1,1 ], "esp| M| aquifolium: cultivated for their ornamental spiny divided leaves and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mahout",1,1,1 ], "(in India and the East Indies) an elephant driver or keeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahseer",1,1,1 ], "any of various large freshwater Indian cyprinid fishes, such as Barbus tor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mahzor" ,1, 1, 1],"a Jewish prayer book containing prescribed holiday rituals",2). c_DEF([ "maid of honour",1,1,1 ], "the principal unmarried attendant of a bride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maid of honour",1,1,2 ], "a small tart with an almond-flavoured filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maid of honour",1,1,3 ], "an unmarried lady attending a queen or princess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maid",1,1,1 ], "a young unmarried girl; maiden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maid",1,1,1,1 ], "a female servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maid",1,1,1,2 ], "a housemaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maid",1,1,2 ], "a spinster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidan",1,1,1 ], "(in Pakistan, India, etc|) an open space used for meetings, sports, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden name",1,1,1 ], "a woman's surname before marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden over",1,1,1 ], "an over in which no runs are scored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden voyage",1,1,1 ], "the first voyage of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,1,1 ], "a horse that has never won a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,1,1 ], "a young unmarried girl, esp| when a virgin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,2 ], "a frame on which clothes are hung to dry; clothes horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to an older unmarried woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,4 ], "of or involving an initial experience or attempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,5 ], "(of a person or thing) untried; unused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiden",1,1,6 ], "(of a place) never trodden, penetrated, or captured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhair fern",1,1,1 ], "Polypodiaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhair fern",1,1,1 ], "any fern of the genus Adiantum, esp| A| capillis-veneris, of tropical and warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhair fern",1,1,1 ], "regions, having delicate fan-shaped fronds with small pale-green leaflets: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhair tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for ginkgo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhead",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical word for the hymen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhead",1,1,2 ], "virginity; maidenhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhood",1,1,1 ], "the time during which a woman is a maiden or a virgin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidenhood",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being a maiden or virgin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidenly",1,1,1 ], "of or befitting a maiden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maidservant",1,1,1 ], "a female servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maieutic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Socratic method of eliciting knowledge by a series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maieutic",1,1,1 ], "questions and answers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maigre",1,1,1 ], "abstinence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maigre",1,1,1 ], "not containing flesh, and so permissible as food on days of religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maigre",1,1,2 ], "of or designating such a day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maihem",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mayhem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail drop",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle or chute for mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail order",1,1,1 ], "an order for merchandise sent by post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail order",1,1,1,1 ], "a system of buying and selling merchandise through the post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail order",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",1,1,1 ], "and delivered by the post office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mail",1,1,1 ], "letters, packages, etc|, that are transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",1,1,2 ], "the postal system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",1,1,3 ], "a single collection or delivery of mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",1,1,4 ], "a train, ship, or aircraft that carries mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",1,1,5 ], "of, involving, or used to convey mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",1,2,1 ], "to send by mail| Usual Brit| word: post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",2,1,1 ], "a type of flexible armour consisting of riveted metal rings or links" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",2,1,2 ], "the hard protective shell of such animals as the turtle and lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",2,2,1 ], "to clothe or arm with mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mail",3,1,1 ], "a monetary payment, esp| of rent or taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailbag" ,1, 1, 1],"mailsack, or U|S| mailpouchn",1). c_DEF([ "mailbag" ,1, 1, 2],"a large bag used for transporting or delivering mail",1). c_DEF([ "mailbox",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for letter box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailcoach",1,1,1 ], "a railway coach specially constructed for the transportation of mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailer",1,1,1 ], "a person who addresses or mails letters, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailer",1,1,2 ], "a machine used for stamping and addressing mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailing list",1,1,1 ], "a register of names and addresses to which advertising matter, etc|, is sent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailing list",1,1,1 ], "by post" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maillot",1,1,1 ], "tights worn for ballet, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maillot",1,1,2 ], "a woman's swimsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maillot",1,1,3 ], "a jersey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailman",1,1,1 ], "another name for postman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mailsack",1,1,1 ], "another name for a mailbag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maim",1,1,1 ], "to mutilate, cripple, or disable a part of the body of (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maim",1,1,2 ], "to make defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maim",1,2,1 ], "an injury or defect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main clause",1,1,1 ], "a clause that can stand alone as a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main course",1,1,1 ], "the principal dish of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main course",1,1,2 ], "a square mainsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main deck",1,1,1 ], "the uppermost sheltered deck that runs the entire length of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main line" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the trunk route between two points, usually fed by branch lines",1). c_DEF([ "main line" ,1, 1, 2],"a main road",1). c_DEF([ "main line" ,1, 1, 3],"a main vein, into which a narcotic drug, esp| heroin, can be injected",1). c_DEF([ "main line" ,1, 2, 2],"to inject a drug thus|adj| mainline",1). c_DEF([ "main line" ,1, 2, 3],"having an important or moderate position; principal",1). c_DEF([ "main plane",1,1,1,1 ], "one of the principal supporting surfaces of an aircraft, esp| either of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main plane",1,1,1,1 ], "wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "main plane",1,1,1,2 ], "both wings considered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main sequence",1,1,1,1 ], "a stellar grouping consisting of the vast majority of stars of population I," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main sequence",1,1,1,1 ], "graphically represented on the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram as a diagonal band" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "main sequence",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main store",1,1,1 ], "another name for memory ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main yard",1,1,1 ], "a yard for a square mainsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,1,1 ], "chief or principal in rank, importance, size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,1,2 ], "sheer or utmost (esp| in the phrase by main force)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or denoting any gear, such as a stay or sail, belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,1,3 ], "the mainmast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,1,4 ], "significant or important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,1 ], "a principal pipe, conduit, duct, or line in a system used to distribute water," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,1 ], "electricity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,1,1 ], "the main distribution network for water, gas, or electricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,2 ], "the chief or most important part or consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,3 ], "great strength or force (now chiefly in the phrase might and main)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,4 ], "the open ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,5 ], "short for Spanish Main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,6 ], "short for mainland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",1,2,7 ], "in the main| on the whole; for the most part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",2,1,1 ], "a throw of the dice in dice games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",2,1,2 ], "a cockfighting contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main",2,1,3 ], "a match in archery, boxing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main-frame computer",1,1,1 ], "a high-speed general-purpose computer, usually with a large store capacity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "main-frame computer",1,1,1 ], "with the main storage structured in 32- or 64-bit words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "main-topmast",1,1,1 ], "the mast immediately above the mainmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainbrace",1,1,1 ], "a brace attached to the main yard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainland",1,1,1 ], "the main part of a land mass as opposed to an island or peninsula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainly",1,1,1 ], "for the most part; to the greatest extent; principally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainly",1,1,2 ], "strongly; very much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainmast",1,1,1 ], "of a yawl, ketch, or dandy and the second mast from the bow of most others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mainmast",1,1,1 ], "the chief mast of a sailing vessel with two or more masts, being the foremast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainsail",1,1,1 ], "the largest and lowermost sail on the mainmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainsheet",1,1,1 ], "the line used to control the angle of the mainsail to the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainspring",1,1,1 ], "the principal spring of a mechanism, esp| in a watch or clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainspring",1,1,2 ], "the chief cause or motive of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainstay",1,1,1 ], "the forestay that braces the mainmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainstay",1,1,2 ], "a chief support of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainstream",1,1,1,1 ], "the main current (of a river, cultural trend, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainstream",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mainstream",1,2,1 ], "modern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mainstream",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the style of jazz that lies between the traditional and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintain",1,1,1 ], "to continue or retain; keep in existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintain",1,1,2 ], "to keep in proper or good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintain",1,1,3 ], "to support a style of living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintain",1,1,4 ], "to state or assert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintain",1,1,5 ], "to defend against contradiction; uphold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintain",1,1,6 ], "to defend against physical attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintained school",1,1,1 ], "a school financially supported by the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintenance",1,1,1 ], "the act of maintaining or the state of being maintained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintenance",1,1,2 ], "a means of support; livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintenance",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the maintaining of buildings, machinery, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintenance",1,1,4 ], "providing funds to continue the action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maintenance",1,1,4 ], "the interference in a legal action by a person having no interest in it, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintenance",1,1,5 ], "a provision ordered to be made by way of periodical payments or a lump sum, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintenance",1,1,5 ], "after a divorce for a spouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maintop",1,1,1 ], "a top or platform at the head of the mainmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maintopsail",1,1,1 ], "a topsail set on the mainmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maiolica",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of majolica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maisonette",1,1,1 ], "house and having its own outside entrance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maisonette",1,1,1 ], "self-contained living accommodation often occupying two floors of a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maize",1,1,1,1 ], "a tall annual grass, Zea mays, cultivated for its yellow edible grains, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maize",1,1,1,1 ], "develop on a spike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maize",1,1,1,2 ], "U|S| name: corn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maize",1,1,1,2 ], "the grain of this plant, used for food, fodder, and as a source of oil| Usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maize",1,1,2 ], "a yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majestic",1,1,1 ], "having or displaying majesty or great dignity; grand; lofty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majesty",1,1,1 ], "great dignity or bearing; loftiness; grandeur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majesty",1,1,2 ], "supreme power or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majesty",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for royalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majolica",1,1,1 ], "Majorca and was extensively made in Italy during the Renaissance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "majolica",1,1,1 ], "a type of porous pottery glazed with bright metallic oxides that originated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major axis",1,1,1 ], "the longer or longest axis of an ellipse or ellipsoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major general",1,1,1 ], "an officer immediately junior to a lieutenant general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major league",1,1,1 ], "a league of highest classification in baseball, football, hockey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major orders",1,1,1 ], "the three higher degrees of holy orders: bishop, priest, and deacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major planet",1,1,1 ], "a planet of the solar system, as opposed to an asteroid (minor planet)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major premiss",1,1,1 ], "the premiss of a syllogism containing the predicate of its conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord much used in modern music, esp| jazz and pop, consisting of a major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "triad with an added major seventh above the root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "major suit",1,1,1 ], "hearts or spades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major term",1,1,1 ], "or predicate in the major premiss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "major term",1,1,1 ], "the predicate of the conclusion of a syllogism, also occurring as the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,1 ], "an officer immediately junior to a lieutenant colonel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,2 ], "a person who is superior in a group or class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,3 ], "(often preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,4 ], "a major key, chord, mode, or scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,4,1 ], "the principal field of study of a student at a university, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,4,2 ], "a student who is studying a particular subject as his principal field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,5 ], "a person who has reached the age of legal majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,1,6 ], "a major term or premiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,1 ], "larger in extent, number, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,10 ], "of full legal age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,2 ], "of greater importance or priority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,3 ], "very serious or significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,4 ], "of, involving, or making up a majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,4,1 ], "(of a scale or mode)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,5 ], "and fourth degrees, and seventh and eighth degrees, which are separated by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,5 ], "having notes separated by the interval of a whole tone, except for the third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,5 ], "semitone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,5,2 ], "relating to or employing notes from the major scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,5,3 ], "denoting a specified key or scale as being major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,5,4 ], "denoting a chord or triad having a major third above the root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,5,5 ], "(in jazz) denoting a major chord with a major seventh added above the root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,6 ], "(of a term or premiss) having greater generality or scope than another term or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,6 ], "proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,7 ], "and Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,8 ], "of or relating to a student's principal field of study at a university, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,9 ], "brothers in the same school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,2,9 ], "the elder: used after a schoolboy's surname if he has one or more younger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,3,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a method rung on eight bells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major",1,4,1 ], "to do one's principal study (in a particular subject)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major-domo",1,1,1 ], "the chief steward or butler of a great household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "major-domo",1,1,2 ], "a steward or butler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority carrier",1,1,1 ], "semiconductors they are positively charged holes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "majority carrier",1,1,1 ], "semiconductor| In n-type semiconductors the majority carriers are electrons; in p-type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "majority carrier",1,1,1 ], "the entity responsible for carrying the greater part of the current in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,1 ], "the greater number or part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,2 ], "(in an election) the number of votes or seats by which the strongest party or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,2 ], "candidate beats the combined opposition or the runner-up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,3 ], "deliberative assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,3 ], "the largest party or group that votes together in a legislative or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,4 ], "is held competent to manage his own affairs, exercise civil rights and duties," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,4 ], "the time of reaching or state of having reached full legal age, when a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,5 ], "the rank, office, or commission of major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,6 ], "majority)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,6 ], "the dead (esp| in the phrases join the majority, go or pass over to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,7 ], "the quality or state of being greater; superiority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,8 ], "of, involving, or being a majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majority",1,1,9 ], "in the majority| forming or part of the greater number of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majuscule",1,1,1 ], "a large letter, either capital or uncial, used in printing or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "majuscule",1,2,1 ], "relating to, printed, or written in such letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make away",1,1,1 ], "to depart in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make away",1,1,2 ], "make away with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make away",1,1,2,1 ], "to steal or abduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make away",1,1,2,2 ], "to kill, destroy, or get rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make believe" ,1, 1, 1],"to pretend or enact a fantasy",1). c_DEF([ "make for",1,1,1 ], "to head towards, esp| in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make for",1,1,2 ], "to prepare to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make for",1,1,3 ], "to help to bring about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make of",1,1,1 ], "to interpret as the meaning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make of",1,1,2 ], "to produce or construct from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make of",1,1,3 ], "make little, much, etc| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make of",1,1,3,1 ], "to gain little, much, etc|, benefit from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make of",1,1,3,2 ], "to attribute little, much, etc|, significance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make off",1,1,1 ], "to go or run away in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make off",1,1,2 ], "make off with| to steal or abduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make out",1,1,1 ], "to discern or perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make out",1,1,2 ], "to understand or comprehend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make out",1,2,1 ], "to write out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make out",1,3,1 ], "to attempt to establish or prove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make out",1,4,1 ], "to pretend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make out",1,5,1 ], "to manage or fare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make out",1,5,2 ], "to engage in necking or petting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make over",1,1,1 ], "to transfer the title or possession of (property, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make over",1,1,2 ], "to renovate or remodel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make with",1,1,1 ], "to proceed with the doing, showing, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 10],"to amount to",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 11],"to serve as or be suitable for",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 12],"to prepare or put into a fit condition for use",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 13],"to be the essential element in or part of",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 14],"to carry out, effect, or do",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 1],"ideas, etc|; form or fashion; create",2). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 1],"to bring into being by shaping, changing, or combining materials,",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 2],"to draw up, establish, or form",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 3],"to cause to exist, bring about, or produce",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 4],"to cause, compel, or induce",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 5],"to appoint or assign, as to a rank or position",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 6],"to constitute",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 7],"to come or cause to come into a specified state or condition",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 8],"to be or become through development",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 1, 9],"to cause or ensure the success of",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 10],"to score (runs)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 11],"to close (a circuit) permitting a flow of current",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 1],"to act with the intention or with a show of doing something",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 2],"to use for a specified purpose",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 3],"to deliver or pronounce",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 4],"to judge, reckon, or give one's own opinion or information as to",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 5],"to cause to seem or represent as being",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 6],"to earn, acquire, or win for oneself",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 7],"to engage in",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 8],"to traverse or cover (distance) by travelling",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 9, 1],"to win a trick with (a specified card)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 9, 2],"to shuffle (the cards)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 9, 3],"to fulfil (a contract) by winning the necessary number of tricks",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 2, 9],"to arrive in time for",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 3, 1],"to increase in depth",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 10, 1],"Nautical| to roll and pitch in heavy seas",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 10, 2],"Informal| to carry out with great difficulty or unnecessarily great effort",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 10],"make heavy weather (of)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 11, 1],"to be successful in doing something",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 11, 2],"(foll| by with) Taboo slang| to have sexual intercourse",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 11, 3],"Slang| to inject a narcotic drug",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 11],"make it",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 12],"make like| to imitate",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 13, 1],"to have sexual intercourse (with)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 13, 2],"to engage in courtship (with)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 13],"make love (to)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 14],"make time",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 15, 1],"another term for urinate",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 15, 2],"(of a boat, hull, etc|) to let in water",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 15],"make water",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 1],"(of hay) to dry and mature",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 2],"to gain a place or position on or in",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 3],"to achieve the rank of",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 4],"to succeed in having sexual intercourse with (a girl)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 5],"make a book| to take bets on a race or other contest",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 6],"make a day, etc|, of it| to cause an activity to last a day, etc",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 7],"make do",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 8],"make eyes at| to flirt with or ogle",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 9, 1],"to repair or provide restitution for",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 9, 2],"to be successful in (a plan, activity, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 4, 9],"make good",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 1],"brand, type, or style",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 2],"the manner or way in which something is made",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 3],"disposition or character; make-up",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 4],"the act or process of making",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 5],"the amount or number made",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 6],"the contract to be played",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 7],"a player's turn to shuffle",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 8, 1],"out for profit or conquest",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 8, 2],"in search of a sexual partner|~",1). c_DEF([ "make" ,1, 5, 8],"on the make| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "make",2,1,1 ], "a peer or consort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make",2,1,2 ], "a mate or spouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make-ready",1,1,1 ], "achieve the correct impression all over the forme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "make-ready",1,1,1 ], "the process of preparing the forme and the cylinder or platen packing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"adapt his appearance",2). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the cosmetics, false hair, etc|, used by an actor to highlight his features or",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the art or result of applying such cosmetics",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 1],"appearance",2). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 1],"cosmetics, such as powder, lipstick, etc|, applied to the face to improve its",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 2],"the manner of arrangement of the parts or qualities of someone or something",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 3],"the arrangement of type matter and illustrations on a page or in a book",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 1, 4],"mental or physical constitution",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 10],"to assemble (type and illustrations) into (columns or pages)",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 11],"to surface (a road) with tarmac, concrete, etc",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 12, 1],"to set in order and balance (accounts)",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 12, 2],"to draw up (accounting statements)",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 13],"make up one's mind",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 14],"to make a decision (about something or to do something)",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 15, 1],"to make friendly overtures to",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 15, 2],"to flirt with",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 15],"make up to| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to form or constitute",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 3],"to devise, construct, or compose, sometimes with the intent to deceive",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 4],"to supply what is lacking or deficient in; complete",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 5],"to put in order, arrange, or prepare",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 7],"foll| by for) to compensate or atone (for)",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 8],"to settle (differences) amicably (often in the phrase make it up)",1). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 9],"to alter the appearance for a theatrical role",2). c_DEF([ "make-up" ,1, 2, 9],"to apply cosmetics to (the face, etc|) to enhance one's appearance or so as",1). c_DEF([ "makefast",1,1,1 ], "a strong support to which a vessel is secured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maker",1,1,1 ], "a person who executes a legal document, esp| one who signs a promissory note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makeshift",1,1,1 ], "serving as a temporary or expedient means, esp| during an emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makeshift",1,2,1 ], "something serving in this capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makeweight",1,1,1 ], "something put on a scale to make up a required weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makeweight",1,1,2 ], "an unimportant person or thing added to make up a lack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "making",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of a person or thing that makes or the process of being made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "making",1,1,1,2 ], "watchmaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "making",1,1,2 ], "be the making of| to cause the success of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "making",1,1,3 ], "in the making| in the process of becoming or being made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "making",1,1,4 ], "something made or the quantity of something made at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "making",1,1,5 ], "make-up; composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makings",1,1,1 ], "potentials, qualities, or materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makings",1,1,2 ], "the tobacco and cigarette paper used for rolling a cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makings",1,1,3 ], "profits; earnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mako",1,1,1 ], "any shark of the genus Isurus, esp| I| glauca of Indo-Pacific and Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mako",1,1,1 ], "seas: family Isuridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mako",2,1,1 ], "Elaeocarpaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mako",2,1,1 ], "a small evergreen New Zealand tree, Aristotelia serrata: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "makuta",1,1,1 ], "the plural of likuta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mal de mer",1,1,1 ], "seasickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mal-",1,1,1 ], "bad or badly; wrong or wrongly; imperfect or defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mala fide",1,1,1 ], "undertaken in bad faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malacca",1,1,1 ], "the stem of the rattan palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malacca",1,1,2 ], "a walking stick made from this stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malachite",1,1,1 ], "Cu2CO3(OH)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "malachite",1,1,1 ], "a green secondary mineral consisting of hydrated basic copper carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malachite",1,1,1 ], "monoclinic crystalline form: a source of copper, also used for making ornaments| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malaco-",1,1,1 ], "denoting softness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malacology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the study of molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malacophyllous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants living in dry regions) having fleshy leaves in which water is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malacophyllous",1,1,1 ], "stored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malacopterygian",1,1,1 ], "fishes, including herrings and salmon, having soft fin rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malacopterygian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Malacopterygii, a group of teleost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malacopterygian",1,2,1 ], "any malacopterygian fish; a soft-finned fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malacostracan" ,1, 1, 1],"any crustacean of the subclass or group Malacostraca, including lobsters,",1). c_DEF([ "malacostracan" ,1, 1, 1],"crabs, woodlice, sand hoppers, and opossum shrimps",2). c_DEF([ "malacostracan" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Malacostraca",1). c_DEF([ "maladdress",1,1,1 ], "awkwardness; tactlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maladjusted",1,1,1 ], "suffering from maladjustment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maladjusted",1,1,2 ], "badly adjusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maladjustment",1,1,1 ], "a failure to meet the demands of society, such as coping with problems and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maladjustment",1,1,1 ], "social relationships: usually reflected in emotional instability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maladjustment",1,1,2 ], "faulty or bad adjustment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maladminister",1,1,1 ], "to administer badly, inefficiently, or dishonestly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maladroit",1,1,1 ], "showing or characterized by clumsiness; not dexterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maladroit",1,1,2 ], "tactless and insensitive in behaviour or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malady",1,1,1 ], "any disease or illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malady",1,1,2 ], "any unhealthy, morbid, or desperate condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malaguena" ,1, 1, 1],"a Spanish dance similar to the fandango",1). c_DEF([ "malaise",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of unease, mild sickness, or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malam",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mallam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malamute",1,1,1 ], "an Alaskan Eskimo dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malanders",1,1,1 ], "a disease of horses characterized by an eczematous inflammation behind the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malanders",1,1,1 ], "knee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malapert",1,1,1 ], "saucy or impudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malapert",1,2,1 ], "a saucy or impudent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malapropism",1,1,1 ], "alcohol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "malapropism",1,1,1 ], "esp| when creating a ridiculous effect, as in I am not under the affluence of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malapropism",1,1,1 ], "the unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one of similar sound," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malapropism",1,1,2 ], "the habit of misusing words in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malapropos",1,1,1 ], "of an inappropriate or misapplied nature or kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malapropos",1,2,1 ], "in an inappropriate way or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malapropos",1,3,1 ], "something inopportune or inappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the cheek or cheekbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malar",1,2,1 ], "another name for zygomatic bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malaria",1,1,1 ], "an infectious disease characterized by recurring attacks of chills and fever," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malaria",1,1,1 ], "caused by the bite of an anopheles mosquito infected with any of four protozoans of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malaria",1,1,1 ], "the genus Plasmodium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "malarkey",1,1,1 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malassimilation",1,1,1 ], "defective assimilation of nutrients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of malic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malcontent",1,1,1 ], "disgusted or discontented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malcontent",1,2,1 ], "a person who is malcontent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male chauvinism",1,1,1 ], "superior to women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "male chauvinism",1,1,1 ], "the belief, held or alleged to be held by certain men, that men are inherently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male chauvinist pig",1,1,1 ], "a man who exhibits male chauvinism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male fern",1,1,1 ], "a fern, Dryopteris filix-mas, having scaly stalks and pinnate fronds with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male fern",1,1,1 ], "kidney-shaped spore-producing bodies on the underside: family Polypodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,1 ], "can fertilize female gametes (ova)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating the sex producing gametes (spermatozoa) that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a man; masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,3 ], "for or composed of men or boys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,4 ], "(of gametes) capable of fertilizing an egg cell in sexual reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,5 ], "(of reproductive organs, such as a testis or stamen) capable of producing male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,5 ], "gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,6 ], "(of flowers) bearing stamens but lacking a functional pistil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,1,7 ], "having a projecting part or parts that fit into a female counterpart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "male",1,2,1 ], "a male person, animal, or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maleate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of maleic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maledict",1,1,1 ], "to utter a curse against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maledict",1,2,1 ], "cursed or detestable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malediction",1,1,1 ], "the utterance of a curse against someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malediction",1,1,2 ], "slanderous accusation or comment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malefactor",1,1,1 ], "a criminal; wrongdoer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maleficent",1,1,1 ], "causing or capable of producing evil or mischief; harmful or baleful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maleic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble crystalline substance used to synthesize other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maleic acid",1,1,1 ], "compounds;cis-butenedioic acid| Formula: HOOCCHCHCOOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malemute",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of malamute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malevolent",1,1,1 ], "wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; malicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malevolent",1,1,2 ], "having an evil influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malfeasance",1,1,1 ], "the doing of a wrongful or illegal act, esp| by a public official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malformation",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being faulty or abnormal in form or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malformation",1,1,2 ], "a deformity in the shape or structure of a part, esp| when congenital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malfunction",1,1,1 ], "to function imperfectly or irregularly or fail to function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malfunction",1,2,1 ], "failure to function or defective functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malgr",1,1,1 ], "in spite of himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: HOOCCH2CH(OH)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline compound occurring in apples and other fruits|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malice aforethought",1,1,1 ], "the predetermination to do an unlawful act, esp| to kill or seriously injure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malice aforethought",1,1,2 ], "for the crime to constitute murder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malice aforethought",1,1,2 ], "the intent with which an unlawful killing is effected, which must be proved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malice",1,1,1 ], "the desire to do harm or mischief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malice",1,1,2 ], "evil intent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malice",1,1,3 ], "do wrong may be inferred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malice",1,1,3 ], "the state of mind with which an act is committed and from which the intent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malicious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by malice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malicious",1,1,2 ], "motivated by wrongful, vicious, or mischievous purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malign",1,1,1 ], "evil in influence, intention, or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malign",1,2,1 ], "to slander or defame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malignancy",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being malignant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malignancy",1,1,2 ], "a cancerous growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malignant",1,1,1 ], "having or showing desire to harm others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malignant",1,1,2 ], "tending to cause great harm; injurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malignant",1,1,3 ], "(of a tumour, etc|) uncontrollable or resistant to therapy rapidly spreading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malignity",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being malign, malevolent, or deadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malignity",1,1,2 ], "a malign or malicious act or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malihini",1,1,1 ], "(in Hawaii) a foreigner or stranger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malimprinted",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal or person) suffering from a defect in the behavioural process of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malimprinted",1,1,1 ], "imprinting, resulting in attraction to members of other species, fetishism, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malines",1,1,1 ], "a type of silk net used in dressmaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malines",1,1,2 ], "another name for Mechlin lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malinger",1,1,1 ], "to pretend or exaggerate illness, esp| to avoid work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malison",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for curse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malkin",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or Brit| dialect name for a cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malkin",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of mawkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mall",1,1,1 ], "a shaded avenue, esp| one that is open to the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mall",1,1,2 ], "a street or area lined with shops and closed to vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallam",1,1,1 ], "(in Islamic W Africa) a man learned in Koranic studies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallam",1,1,2 ], "(in N Nigeria) a title and form of address for a learned or educated man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallard",1,1,1 ], "a duck, Anas platyrhynchos, common over most of the N hemisphere, the male of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallard",1,1,1 ], "breeds of duck" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mallard",1,1,1 ], "which has a dark green head and reddish-brown breast: the ancestor of all domestic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malleable iron",1,1,1 ], "cast iron that has been toughened by gradual heating or slow cooling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malleable iron",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for wrought iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malleable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of metal) able to be worked, hammered, or shaped under pressure or blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malleable",1,1,1 ], "without breaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malleable",1,1,2 ], "able to be influenced; pliable or tractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallee fowl",1,1,1 ], "an Australian megapode, Leipoa ocellata, that allows its eggs to incubate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallee fowl",1,1,1 ], "naturally in a sandy mound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mallee root",1,1,1 ], "the rootstock (rhizome) of a mallee tree, often used as fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallee",1,1,1 ], "Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mallee",1,1,1 ], "any of several low shrubby eucalyptus trees that flourish in desert regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallee",1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallee",1,1,3 ], "another name for the bush ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallemuck",1,1,1 ], "any of various sea birds, such as the albatross, fulmar, or shearwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallenders",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of malanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malleolus",1,1,1 ], "each ankle joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malleolus",1,1,1 ], "either of two rounded bony projections of the tibia and fibula on the side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallet",1,1,1 ], "a tool resembling a hammer but having a large head of wood, copper, lead," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallet",1,1,1 ], "leather, etc|, used for driving chisels, beating sheet metal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mallet",1,1,2 ], "a long stick with a head like a hammer used to strike the ball in croquet or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallet",1,1,2 ], "polo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mallet",1,1,3 ], "a very large powerful steam locomotive with a conventional boiler but with two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallet",1,1,3 ], "separate articulated engine units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malleus",1,1,1 ], "mammals|Nontechnical name: hammer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malleus",1,1,1 ], "the outermost and largest of the three small bones in the middle ear of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallow",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the malvaceous genus Malva, esp| M| sylvestris of Europe, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallow",1,1,1 ], "purple, pink, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mallow",1,1,2 ], "any of various related plants, such as the marsh mallow, rose mallow, Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mallow",1,1,2 ], "mallow, and tree mallow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malm",1,1,1 ], "a soft greyish limestone that crumbles easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malm",1,1,2 ], "a chalky soil formed from this limestone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malm",1,1,3 ], "an artificial mixture of clay and chalk used to make bricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malmsey",1,1,1 ], "a sweet Madeira wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malnourished",1,1,1 ], "undernourished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malnutrition",1,1,1 ], "lack of adequate nutrition resulting from insufficient food, unbalanced diet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malnutrition",1,1,1 ], "or defective assimilation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malocclusion",1,1,1 ], "a defect in the normal position of the upper and lower teeth when the mouth is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malocclusion",1,1,1 ], "closed, as from abnormal development of the jaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malodorous",1,1,1 ], "having a bad smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malonic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for propanedioic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malonylurea",1,1,1 ], "another name for barbituric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malpighiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Malpighiaceae, a family of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malpighiaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants many of which are lianas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malposition",1,1,1 ], "abnormal position of a bodily part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malpractice",1,1,1 ], "duty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malpractice",1,1,1 ], "immoral, illegal, or unethical professional conduct or neglect of professional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malpractice",1,1,2 ], "any instance of improper professional conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malt extract",1,1,1 ], "a sticky substance obtained from an infusion of malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malt liquor",1,1,1 ], "any alcoholic drink brewed from malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malt",1,1,1 ], "cereal grain, such as barley, that is kiln-dried after it has germinated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malt",1,1,1 ], "soaking in water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malt",1,2,1 ], "to make into or become malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malt",1,2,2 ], "to make (something, esp| liquor) with malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme that hydrolyses maltose and similar glucosides (#Ga-glucosides) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltase",1,1,1 ], "glucose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malted milk",1,1,1 ], "a soluble powder made from dehydrated milk and malted cereals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malted milk",1,1,2 ], "a drink made from this powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltha",1,1,1 ], "another name for mineral tar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltha",1,1,2 ], "any of various naturally occurring mixtures of hydrocarbons, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltha",1,1,2 ], "ozocerite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malting",1,1,1 ], "a building in which malt is made or stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltose",1,1,1 ], "a disaccharide of glucose formed by the enzymic hydrolysis of starch: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltose",1,1,1 ], "bacteriological culture media and as a nutrient in infant feeding| Formula: C12H22O11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maltreat",1,1,1 ], "to treat badly, cruelly, or inconsiderately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maltster",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or deals in malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malty",1,1,1 ], "maltier, maltiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malty",1,1,2 ], "of, like, or containing malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malvaceous",1,1,1 ], "includes mallow, cotton, okra, althaea, and abutilon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "malvaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Malvaceae, a family of plants that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malvasia",1,1,1 ], "another word for malmsey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malvasia",1,1,2 ], "the type of grape used to make malmsey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malversation",1,1,1 ], "professional or public misconduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malvoisie",1,1,1 ], "an amber dessert wine made in France, similar to malmsey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "malwa",1,1,1 ], "a Ugandan drink brewed from millet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mam",1,1,1 ], "another word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mama",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamaguy",1,1,1 ], "to deceive or tease, either in jest or by deceitful flattery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamaguy",1,2,1 ], "an instance of such deception or flattery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamba",1,1,1 ], "any aggressive partly arboreal tropical African venomous elapid snake of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamba",1,1,1 ], "genus Dendroaspis, esp| D| angusticeps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mambo",1,1,1 ], "a modern Latin American dance, resembling the rumba, derived from the ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mambo",1,1,1 ], "dance of voodoo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mambo",1,2,1 ], "to perform this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamelon",1,1,1 ], "a small rounded hillock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamey",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American tree, Mammea americana, cultivated for its large edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamey",1,1,1 ], "fruits: family Guttiferae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mamey",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, having yellow pulp and a red skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamey",1,1,3 ], "another name for the marmalade tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamilla",1,1,1 ], "a nipple or teat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamilla",1,1,2 ], "any nipple-shaped part or prominence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamillate" ,1, 1, 1],"mamillated or U|S| mammillate, mammillatedadj",1). c_DEF([ "mamillate" ,1, 1, 2],"having nipples or nipple-like protuberances",1). c_DEF([ "mamma",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamma",1,1,2 ], "a buxom and voluptuous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamma",2,1,1 ], "cows, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mamma",2,1,1 ], "the milk-secreting organ of female mammals: the breast in women, the udder in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mamma",2,1,2 ], "breast-shaped protuberances, esp| from the base of cumulonimbus clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammal",1,1,1 ], "any animal of the Mammalia, a large class of warm-blooded vertebrates having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammal",1,1,1 ], "class includes the whales, carnivores, rodents, bats, primates, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mammal",1,1,1 ], "mammary glands in the female, a thoracic diaphragm, and a four-chambered heart| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mammalogy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the study of mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammary gland",1,1,1 ], "any of the milk-producing glands in mammals| In higher mammals each gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammary gland",1,1,1 ], "consists of a network of tubes and cavities connected to the exterior by a nipple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mammary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like a mamma or breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mamey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammet",1,1,1 ], "another word for maumet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammiferous",1,1,1 ], "having breasts or mammae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammilla",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of mamilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammillate",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spellings of mamillate, mamillated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammock",1,1,1 ], "a fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammock",1,2,1 ], "to tear or shred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammon",1,1,1 ], "riches or wealth regarded as a source of evil and corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammon",1,1,2 ], "avarice or greed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammoth",1,1,1 ], "any large extinct elephant of the Pleistocene genus Mammuthus (or Elephas)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammoth",1,1,1 ], "such as M| primigenius , having a hairy coat and long curved tusks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mammoth",1,2,1 ], "of gigantic size or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammy wagon",1,1,1 ], "a W African vehicle built on a lorry chassis, capable of carrying both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammy wagon",1,1,1 ], "passengers and goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mammy",1,1,1 ], "a child's word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mammy",1,1,2 ], "a Negro woman employed as a nurse or servant to a white family|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mampara",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy Black African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man Friday",1,1,1 ], "a loyal male servant or assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man about town",1,1,1 ], "a fashionable sophisticate, esp| one in a big city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man in the moon",1,1,1 ], "the moon when considered to resemble the face of a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man in the moon",1,1,2 ], "(in folklore and nursery rhyme) a character dwelling in the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man in the street",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "man in the street",1,1,1 ], "the typical or ordinary person, esp| as a hypothetical unit in statistics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man jack",1,1,1 ], "a single individual (in the phrases every man jack, no man jack)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man of God",1,1,1 ], "a saint or prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man of God",1,1,2 ], "a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man of straw",1,1,1 ], "a person of little substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man of straw",1,1,2 ], "a person used as a cover for some dubious plan or enterprise; front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 10],"a husband, boyfriend, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 11],"an expression used parenthetically by hippies, etc|, to indicate an informal",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 11],"relationship between speaker and hearer",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 12],"a movable piece in various games, such as draughts",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 13],"a vassal of a feudal lord",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 14],"as one man| with unanimous action or response",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 15],"be one's own man| to be independent or free",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 16],"he's your man| he's the person needed (for a particular task, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 17],"man and boy| from childhood",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 18],"sort out or separate the men from the boys| to separate the experienced from",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 18],"the inexperienced",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 19, 1],"unanimously",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 19, 2],"without exception",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 19],"to a man",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 1],"(sometimes not cap|)",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 1],"an adult male human being, as distinguished from a woman",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 2],"a white man or white men collectively, esp| when in authority, in the police,",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 2],"male; masculine",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 2],"or held in contempt",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 3],"a human being regardless of sex or age, considered as a representative of",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 3],"drug peddler",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 3],"mankind; a person",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a member of any of the living races of Homo sapiens, characterized by erect",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"bipedal posture, a highly developed brain, and powers of articulate speech, abstract",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"reasoning, and imagination",3). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"any extinct member of the species Homo sapiens, such as Cro-Magnon man",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 4],"human beings collectively; mankind",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 5],"Heidelberg man, and Solo man",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 5],"a member of any of the extinct species of the genus Homo, such as Java man,",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 6],"an adult male human being with qualities associated with the male, such as",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 6],"courage or virility",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"a subordinate, servant, or employee contrasted with an employer or manager",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"the number of man-days required to complete a job",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 7],"manly qualities or virtues",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 8],"a member of the armed forces who does not hold commissioned, warrant, or",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 8],"noncommissioned rank (as in the phrase officers and men)",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 1, 9],"a member of a group, team, etc",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 2, 1],"an exclamation or expletive, often indicating surprise or pleasure",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 4, 1],"to provide with sufficient men for operation, defence, etc",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 4, 2],"to take one's place at or near in readiness for action",1). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 4, 3],"esp| strangers| manless",2). c_DEF([ "man" ,1, 4, 3],"to induce (a hawk or falcon) to endure the presence of and handling by man,",1). c_DEF([ "man-at-arms",1,1,1 ], "a soldier, esp| a heavily armed mounted soldier in medieval times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-eater",1,1,1 ], "an animal, such as a tiger, that has become accustomed to eating human flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-eater",1,1,2 ], "(Carcharodon carcharias)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "man-eater",1,1,2 ], "any of various sharks that feed on human flesh, esp| the great white shark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-eater",1,1,3 ], "a human cannibal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-eater",1,1,4 ], "a woman with many lovers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-hour",1,1,1 ], "a unit for measuring work in industry, equal to the work done by one man in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-hour",1,1,1 ], "one hour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "man-made",1,1,1 ], "made or produced by man; artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-of-war bird",1,1,1 ], "another name for frigate bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-of-war",1,1,1 ], "a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-sized",1,1,1 ], "of a size appropriate for or convenient for a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-sized",1,1,2 ], "big; large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "man-to-man",1,1,1 ], "characterized by directness or candour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mana",1,1,1 ], "(in Polynesia, etc|) a concept of a life force, believed to be seated in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mana",1,1,1 ], "head, and associated with high social status and ritual power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mana",1,1,2 ], "any power achieved by ritual means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manacle",1,1,1 ], "a shackle, handcuff, or fetter, used to secure the hands of a prisoner," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manacle",1,1,1 ], "convict, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manacle",1,2,1 ], "to put manacles on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manacle",1,2,2 ], "to confine or constrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,1,1 ], "to be in charge (of); administer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,1,2 ], "to succeed in being able (to do something) despite obstacles; contrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,1,3 ], "to have room, time, etc|, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,1,4 ], "to exercise control or domination over, often in a tactful or guileful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,2,1 ], "to contrive to carry on despite difficulties, esp| financial ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,2,2 ], "to wield or handle (a weapon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,2,3 ], "to be frugal in the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manage",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for manege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manageable",1,1,1 ], "able to be managed or controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "managed currency",1,1,1 ], "a currency that is subject to governmental control with respect to the amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "managed currency",1,1,1 ], "in circulation and the rate of exchange with other currencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "management accounting",1,1,1 ], "another name for cost accounting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "management",1,1,1 ], "the members of the executive or administration of an organization or business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "management",1,1,2 ], "managers or employers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "management",1,1,3 ], "the technique, practice, or science of managing or controlling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "management",1,1,4 ], "the skilful or resourceful use of materials, time, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "management",1,1,5 ], "the specific treatment of a disease, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manager",1,1,1 ], "a person who directs or manages an organization, industry, shop, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manager",1,1,2 ], "a person who controls the business affairs of an actor, entertainer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manager",1,1,3 ], "a person who controls the training of a sportsman or team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manager",1,1,4 ], "a person who has a talent for managing efficiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manager",1,1,5 ], "a person appointed by a court to carry on a business during receivership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manager",1,1,6 ], "(in Britain) a member of either House of Parliament appointed to arrange a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manager",1,1,6 ], "matter in which both Houses are concerned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manageress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who is in charge of a shop, department, canteen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "managerial",1,1,1 ], "of management" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "managerial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a manager or to the functions, responsibilities, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "managing",1,1,1 ], "having administrative control or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manakin",1,1,1 ], "any small South American passerine bird of the family Pipridae, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manakin",1,1,1 ], "colourful plumage, short bill, and elaborate courtship behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manakin",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of manikin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manana" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"tomorrow",1). c_DEF([ "manana" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"some other and later time",1). c_DEF([ "manatee",1,1,1 ], "any sirenian mammal of the genus Trichechus, occurring in tropical coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manatee",1,1,1 ], "waters of America, the West Indies, and Africa: family Trichechidae|They resemble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manatee",1,1,1 ], "whales and have a prehensile upper lip and a broad flattened tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "manchineel",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American euphorbiaceous tree, Hippomane mancinella, having fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manchineel",1,1,1 ], "and milky highly caustic poisonous sap, which causes skin blisters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manciple",1,1,1 ], "a steward who buys provisions, esp| in a college, Inn of Court, or monastery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandala",1,1,1 ], "any of various designs symbolizing the universe, usually circular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandamus",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a writ, now a prerogative order, from a superior court commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandamus",1,1,1 ], "action" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mandamus",1,1,1 ], "an inferior tribunal, public official, corporation, etc|, to take some specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin duck",1,1,1 ], "an Asian duck, Aix galericulata, the male of which has a distinctive brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin duck",1,1,1 ], "coloured and patterned plumage and crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin",1,1,1 ], "(in the Chinese Empire) a member of any of the nine senior grades of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin",1,1,1 ], "bureaucracy, entered by examinations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin",1,1,2 ], "a high-ranking official whose powers are extensive and thought to be outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin",1,1,2 ], "political control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin",1,1,2,1 ], "a small citrus tree, Citrus nobilis, cultivated for its edible fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandarin",1,1,2,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, resembling the tangerine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,1 ], "an official or authoritative instruction or command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,2 ], "representative and his policies through an electoral victory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,2 ], "the support or commission given to a government and its policies or an elected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) any of the territories under the trusteeship of the League of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,4 ], "Nations administered by one of its member states| CATEGORY Roman law|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,5 ], "a contract by which one person commissions another to act for him gratuitously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,5 ], "and the other accepts the commission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,5,2 ], "Contract law| a contract of bailment under which the party entrusted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,5,2 ], "goods undertakes to perform gratuitously some service in respect of such goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,5,3 ], "Scot| law| a contract by which a person is engaged to act in the management of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,1,5,3 ], "the affairs of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,3,1 ], "to assign (territory) to a nation under a mandate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,3,2 ], "to delegate authority to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandate",1,3,3 ], "to give a command to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandatory" ,1, 1, 1],"having the nature or powers of a mandate",1). c_DEF([ "mandatory" ,1, 1, 2],"obligatory; compulsory",1). c_DEF([ "mandatory" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a state) having received a mandate over some territory",1). c_DEF([ "mandatory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "mandatory" ,1, 2, 2],"a person or state holding a mandate",1). c_DEF([ "mandi",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a big market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandible",1,1,1 ], "the lower jawbone in vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandible",1,1,2 ], "either of a pair of mouthparts in insects and other arthropods that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandible",1,1,2 ], "usually used for biting and crushing food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandible",1,1,3 ], "either the upper or the lower part of the bill, esp| the lower part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandir",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu or Jain temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandola",1,1,1 ], "an early type of mandolin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandolin",1,1,1 ], "a plucked stringed instrument related to the lute, having four pairs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandolin",1,1,1 ], "finger board| It is usually played with a plectrum, long notes being sustained by the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mandolin",1,1,1 ], "strings tuned in ascending fifths stretched over a small light body with a fretted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandolin",1,1,1 ], "tremelo" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mandorla",1,1,1 ], "(in painting, sculpture, etc|) an almond-shaped area of light, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandorla",1,1,1 ], "surrounding the resurrected Christ or the Virgin at the Assumption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandrake",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian solanaceous plant, Mandragora officinarum, with purplish flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandrake",1,1,1 ], "and a forked root| It was formerly thought to have magic powers and a narcotic was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mandrake",1,1,1 ], "prepared from its root" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mandrake",1,1,2 ], "another name for the May apple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandrel",1,1,1 ], "a spindle on which a workpiece is supported during machining operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandrel",1,1,2 ], "a shaft or arbor on which a machining tool is mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandrel",1,1,3 ], "the driving spindle in the headstock of a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandrel",1,1,4 ], "a miner's pick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandrill",1,1,1 ], "an Old World monkey, Mandrillus sphinx, of W Africa| It has a short tail and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mandrill",1,1,1 ], "brown hair, and the ridged muzzle, nose, and hindquarters are red and blue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manducate",1,1,1 ], "to eat or chew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mane",1,1,1 ], "the lion and horse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mane",1,1,1 ], "the long coarse hair that grows from the crest of the neck in such mammals as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mane",1,1,2 ], "long thick human hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manes",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman legend) the spirits of the dead, often revered as minor deities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manes",1,1,2 ], "the shade of a dead person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maneuver",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of manoeuvre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manful",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for manly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangabey",1,1,1 ], "any of several large agile arboreal Old World monkeys of the genus Cercocebus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangabey",1,1,1 ], "of central Africa, having long limbs and tail and white upper eyelids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manganate",1,1,1 ], "a salt of manganic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manganese bronze",1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys containing copper (55-60 per cent), zinc (35-42 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manganese bronze",1,1,1 ], "cent), and manganese (about 3|5 per cent)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manganese steel",1,1,1 ], "any very hard steel containing manganese (11-14 per cent), used in dredger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manganese steel",1,1,1 ], "buckets, rock-crushers, railway points, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manganese",1,1,1 ], "a brittle greyish-white metallic element that exists in four allotropic forms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manganese",1,1,1 ], "alloys| Symbol: Mn; atomic no|: 25; atomic wt|: 54|938; valency: 1,2,3,4,6, or 7" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "manganese",1,1,1 ], "occurring principally in pyrolusite and rhodonite: used in making steel and ferromagnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manganic acid",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical dibasic acid known only in solution and in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manganic acid",1,1,1 ], "manganate salts| Formula: H2MnO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manganic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing manganese in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manganite",1,1,1 ], "a blackish mineral consisting of basic manganese oxide in monoclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manganite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: a source of manganese| Formula: MnO(OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manganous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing manganese in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mange",1,1,1 ], "an infectious disorder mainly affecting domestic animals, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mange",1,1,1 ], "itching, formation of papules and vesicles, and loss of hair: caused by parasitic mites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mangelwurzel",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian variety of the beet plant, Beta vulgaris, cultivated as a cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangelwurzel",1,1,1 ], "food, having a large yellowish root| Often shortened to mangel, mangold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manger",1,1,1 ], "a trough or box in a stable, barn, etc|, from which horses or cattle feed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manger",1,1,2 ], "a basin-like construction in the bows of a vessel for catching water draining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manger",1,1,2 ], "from an anchor rode or coming in through the hawseholes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mangle",1,1,1 ], "to mutilate, disfigure, or destroy by cutting, crushing, or tearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangle",1,1,2 ], "to ruin, spoil, or mar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangle",2,1,1 ], "a machine for pressing or drying textiles, clothes, etc|, consisting of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangle",2,1,1 ], "heavy rollers between which the cloth is passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mangle",2,1,2 ], "another word for wringer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangle",2,2,1 ], "to press or dry in a mangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mango",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian anacardiaceous evergreen tree, Mangifera indica, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mango",1,1,1 ], "in the tropics for its fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mango",1,1,2 ], "orange-yellow flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mango",1,1,2 ], "the ovoid edible fruit of this tree, having a smooth rind and sweet juicy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangonel",1,1,1 ], "a war engine for hurling stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangosteen",1,1,1 ], "an East Indian tree, Garcinia mangostana, with thick leathery leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangosteen",1,1,1 ], "edible fruit: family Guttiferae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mangosteen",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, having a sweet juicy pulp and a hard skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangrove",1,1,1 ], "any tropical evergreen tree or shrub of the genus Rhizophora, having stiltlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangrove",1,1,1 ], "intertwining aerial roots and forming dense thickets along coasts: family Rhizophoraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mangrove",1,1,2 ], "Avicenniaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mangrove",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar trees or shrubs of the genus Avicennia: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangy",1,1,2 ], "having or caused by mange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mangy",1,1,3 ], "scruffy or shabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhandle",1,1,1 ], "to handle or push (someone) about roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhandle",1,1,2 ], "to move or do by manpower rather than by machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhole",1,1,1 ], "a shaft with a removable cover that leads down to a sewer or drain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhole",1,1,2 ], "a hole, usually with a detachable cover, through which a man can enter a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhole",1,1,2 ], "boiler, tank, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manhood suffrage",1,1,1 ], "the right of adult male citizens to vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhood",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being a man or being manly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhood",1,1,2 ], "men collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhood",1,1,3 ], "the state of being human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manhunt",1,1,1 ], "an organized search, usually by police, for a wanted man or fugitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mania",1,1,1 ], "a mental disorder characterized by great excitement and occasionally violent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mania",1,1,1 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mania",1,1,2 ], "an obsessional enthusiasm or partiality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maniac",1,1,1 ], "a wild disorderly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maniac",1,1,2 ], "a person who has a great craving or enthusiasm for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maniac",1,1,3 ], "a person afflicted with mania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maniacal",1,1,1 ], "affected with or characteristic of mania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maniacal",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or befitting a maniac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manic",1,1,1 ], "characterizing, denoting, or affected by mania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manic",1,2,1 ], "a person afflicted with mania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manic-depressive",1,1,1 ], "denoting a mental disorder characterized by an alternation between extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manic-depressive",1,1,1 ], "excitement and confidence and deep depression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manic-depressive",1,2,1 ], "a person afflicted with this disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manicotti",1,1,1 ], "large tubular noodles, usually stuffed with ricotta cheese and baked in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manicotti",1,1,1 ], "tomato sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manicure",1,1,1 ], "care of the hands and fingernails, involving shaping the nails, removing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manicure",1,1,1 ], "cuticles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manicure",1,1,2 ], "another word for manicurist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manicure",1,2,1 ], "to care for (the hands and fingernails) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manicure",1,3,1 ], "to trim neatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manicurist",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives manicures, esp| as a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,1,1 ], "easily noticed or perceived; obvious; plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to apparently conscious impulses that may conceal unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,1,2 ], "ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,2,1 ], "to show plainly; reveal or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,3,1 ], "to prove beyond doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,4,1 ], "(of a disembodied spirit) to appear in visible form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,5,1 ], "to list in a ship's manifest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,6,1 ], "a customs document containing particulars of a ship, its cargo, and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,6,1 ], "destination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,6,1,1 ], "a list of cargo, passengers, etc|, on an aeroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,6,1,2 ], "a list of railway trucks or their cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifest",1,6,1,3 ], "a fast freight train carrying perishables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifestation",1,1,1 ], "the act of demonstrating; display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifestation",1,1,2 ], "the state of being manifested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifestation",1,1,3 ], "an indication or sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifestation",1,1,4 ], "a public demonstration of feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifestation",1,1,5 ], "the materialization of a disembodied spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifesto",1,1,1 ], "a public declaration of intent, policy, aims, etc|, as issued by a political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifesto",1,1,1 ], "party, government, or movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,1,1 ], "of several different kinds; multiple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,1,2 ], "having many different forms, features, or elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,1 ], "something having many varied parts, forms, or features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,2 ], "a copy of a page, book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,3 ], "a chamber or pipe with a number of inlets or outlets used to collect or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,3 ], "distribute a fluid| In an internal-combustion engine the inlet manifold carries the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,3 ], "the exhaust gases away" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,3 ], "vaporized fuel from the carburettor to the inlet ports and the exhaust manifold carries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,3,1 ], "a collection of objects or a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,2,3,2 ], "a topological space having specific properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,3,1 ], "to duplicate (a page, book, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manifold",1,3,2 ], "to make manifold; multiply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manikin",1,1,1 ], "a little man; dwarf or child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manikin",1,1,1,1 ], "an anatomical model of the body or a part of the body, esp| for use in medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manikin",1,1,1,1 ], "or art instruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manikin",1,1,1,2 ], "midwifery or obstetrics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manikin",1,1,1,2 ], "phantom| an anatomical model of a fully developed fetus, for use in teaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manikin",1,1,2 ], "variants of mannequin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manilla",1,1,1 ], "an early form of currency in W Africa in the pattern of a small bracelet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manille",1,1,1 ], "(in ombre and quadrille) the second best trump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manioc",1,1,1 ], "another name for cassava ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maniple",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a unit of 120 to 200 foot soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maniple",1,1,2 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maniple",1,1,2 ], "an ornamental band formerly worn on the left arm by the celebrant at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manipular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an ancient Roman maniple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manipular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to manipulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manipulate",1,1,1 ], "to handle or use, esp| with some skill, in a process or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manipulate",1,1,2 ], "to negotiate, control, or influence (something) cleverly or skilfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manipulate",1,1,3 ], "to falsify (accounts, etc|) for one's own advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manipulate",1,1,4 ], "(in physiotherapy) to examine or treat manually, as in loosening a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manitou",1,1,1 ], "(among the Algonquian Indians) a deified spirit or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mankind",1,1,1 ], "human beings collectively; humanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mankind",1,1,2 ], "men collectively, as opposed to womankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manky",1,1,1 ], "mankier, mankiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manky",1,1,2 ], "dialect| dirty or decayed, as a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manlike",1,1,1 ], "resembling or befitting a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manly",1,1,2 ], "appropriate to or typical of a man; masculine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manly",1,1,2 ], "possessing qualities, such as vigour or courage, generally regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manly",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of or befitting a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manly",1,2,1 ], "in a manly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manna",1,1,1 ], "16:14-36)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manna",1,1,1 ], "the miraculous food which sustained the Israelites in the wilderness (Exodus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manna",1,1,2 ], "any spiritual or divine nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manna",1,1,3 ], "Fraxinus ornus of S Europe, used as a mild laxative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manna",1,1,3 ], "a sweet substance obtained from various plants, esp| from an ash tree," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manned",1,1,1 ], "supplied or equipped with men, esp| soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manned",1,1,2 ], "(of spacecraft, etc|) having a human crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannequin",1,1,1 ], "a woman who wears the clothes displayed at a fashion show; model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannequin",1,1,2 ], "a life-size dummy of the human body used to fit or display clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannequin",1,1,3 ], "another name for lay figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,1 ], "a way of doing or being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,2 ], "a person's bearing and behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,3 ], "the style or customary way of doing or accomplishing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,4 ], "type or kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,5 ], "mannered style, as in art; mannerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,6 ], "by all manner of means| certainly; of course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,7 ], "by no manner of means| under no circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,8 ], "in a manner of speaking| in a way; so to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manner",1,1,9 ], "to the manner born| naturally fitted to a specified role or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannered",1,1,1 ], "having idiosyncrasies or mannerisms; affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannered",1,1,2 ], "of or having mannerisms of style, as in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannered",1,1,3 ], "having manners as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannerism",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive and individual gesture or trait; idiosyncrasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannerism",1,1,2 ], "Renaissance and Baroque periods (1520-1600) that sought to represent an ideal of beauty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mannerism",1,1,2 ], "a principally Italian movement in art and architecture between the High" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannerism",1,1,2 ], "human proportions, perspective, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mannerism",1,1,2 ], "rather than natural images of it, using characteristic distortion and exaggeration of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mannerism",1,1,3 ], "adherence to a distinctive or affected manner, esp| in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannerless",1,1,1 ], "having bad manners; boorish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannerly",1,1,1 ], "well-mannered; polite; courteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannerly",1,2,1 ], "with good manners; politely; courteously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manners",1,1,1 ], "social conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manners",1,1,2 ], "a socially acceptable way of behaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannikin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of manikin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannish",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman) having or displaying qualities regarded as typical of a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannish",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannitol",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-soluble sweet-tasting alcohol, found in plants and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mannitol",1,1,1 ], "used in dietetic sweets and as a dietary supplement| Formula: C6H8(OH)6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mannose",1,1,1 ], "C6H12O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mannose",1,1,1 ], "a hexose sugar occurring in mannitol and many polysaccharides| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,1,1 ], "a contrived, complicated, and possibly deceptive plan or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,1,2 ], "a movement or action requiring dexterity and skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,1,2,1 ], "a tactic or movement of one or a number of military or naval units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,1,2,2 ], "tactical exercises, usually on a large scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,1,3 ], "a planned movement of an aircraft in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,2,1 ], "to contrive or accomplish with skill or cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,3,1 ], "to manipulate situations, etc|, in order to gain some end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,4,1 ], "to perform a manoeuvre or manoeuvres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manoeuvre",1,4,2 ], "to move or deploy or be moved or deployed, as military units, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for comparing pressures; typically a glass U-tube containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manometer",1,1,1 ], "mercury, in which pressure is indicated by the difference in levels in the two arms of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manometer",1,1,1 ], "the tube" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "manor house",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) the house of the lord of a manor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manor manege",1,1,1 ], "the art of training horses and riders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manor manege",1,1,2 ], "a riding school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manor",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) the manor house of a lord and the lands attached to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manor",1,1,2 ], "(before 1776 in some North American colonies) a tract of land granted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manor",1,1,2 ], "rights of inheritance by royal charter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manor",1,1,3 ], "a manor house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manor",1,1,4 ], "a landed estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manor",1,1,5 ], "a police district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manpower",1,1,1 ], "power supplied by men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manpower",1,1,2 ], "a unit of power based on the rate at which a man can work; approximately 75" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manpower",1,1,2 ], "watts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manpower",1,1,3 ], "available or suitable power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manqu",1,1,1 ], "unfulfilled potential would-be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manrope",1,1,1 ], "a rope railing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansard",1,1,1 ], "a roof having two slopes on both sides and both ends, the lower slopes being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansard",1,1,1 ], "steeper than the upper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mansard",1,1,2 ], "an attic having such a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manse",1,1,1 ], "(in certain religious denominations) the house provided for a minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manse",1,1,2 ], "a large house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manservant",1,1,1 ], "a male servant, esp| a valet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansion",1,1,1 ], "a large and imposing house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansion",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for manor house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansion",1,1,3 ], "any residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansion",1,1,4 ], "a block of flats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansion",1,1,5 ], "any of 28 divisions of the zodiac each occupied on successive days by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansion",1,1,5 ], "moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manslaughter",1,1,1 ], "aforethought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manslaughter",1,1,1 ], "the unlawful killing of one human being by another without malice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manslaughter",1,1,2 ], "(loosely) the killing of a human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mansuetude",1,1,1 ], "gentleness or mildness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manta",1,1,1 ], "any large ray (fish) of the family Mobulidae, having very wide winglike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manta",1,1,1 ], "pectoral fins and feeding on plankton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manta",1,1,2 ], "a rough cotton cloth made in Spain and Spanish America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manta",1,1,3 ], "a piece of this used as a blanket or shawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manta",1,1,4 ], "another word for mantelet ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manteau",1,1,1 ], "a cloak or mantle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantel",1,1,1 ], "a wooden or stone frame around the opening of a fireplace, together with its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantel",1,1,1 ], "decorative facing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantel",1,1,2 ], "a shelf above this frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantelet",1,1,1 ], "a woman's short mantle, often lace-trimmed, worn in the mid-19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantelet",1,1,2 ], "a portable bulletproof screen or shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantelletta",1,1,1 ], "a sleeveless knee-length vestment, worn by cardinals, bishops, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantelpiece",1,1,1 ], "a shelf above a fireplace often forming part of the mantel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantelpiece",1,1,2 ], "another word for mantel ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manteltree",1,1,1 ], "a beam made of stone or wood that forms the lintel over a fireplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to divination and prophecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantic",1,1,2 ], "having divining or prophetic powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantilla",1,1,1 ], "a comb in the hair, esp| in Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantilla",1,1,1 ], "a woman's lace or silk scarf covering the shoulders and head, often worn over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantilla",1,1,2 ], "a similar covering for the shoulders only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantis shrimp",1,1,1 ], "Stomatopoda that have a pair of large grasping appendages: subclass Malacostraca" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantis shrimp",1,1,1 ], "any of various borrowing marine shrimplike crustaceans of the order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantis",1,1,1 ], "any carnivorous typically green insect of the family Mantidae, of warm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantis",1,1,1 ], "legs raised as if in prayer: order Dictyoptera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mantis",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions, having a long body and large eyes and resting with the first pair of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantissa",1,1,1 ], "associated number but not its magnitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantissa",1,1,1 ], "the fractional part of a common logarithm representing the digits of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle rock",1,1,1 ], "bedrock and forms the land surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantle rock",1,1,1 ], "the loose rock material, including glacial drift, soils, etc|, that covers the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,1 ], "a loose wrap or cloak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,2 ], "anything that covers completely or envelops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,3 ], "a small dome-shaped or cylindrical mesh impregnated with cerium or thorium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,3 ], "nitrates, used to increase illumination in a gas or oil lamp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,3,1 ], "a protective layer of epidermis in molluscs that secretes a substance forming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,3,1 ], "the shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,3,2 ], "a similar structure in brachiopods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,4 ], "colour from the remaining feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,4 ], "the feathers of the folded wings and back, esp| when these are of a different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,5 ], "solid ultrabasic material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,5 ], "the part of the earth between the crust and the core, thought to consist of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,6 ], "a less common spelling of mantel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,7 ], "another word for pallium ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,1,8 ], "a clay mould formed around a wax model which is subsequently melted out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,2,1 ], "to envelop or supply with a mantle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,2,2 ], "to spread over or become spread over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantle",1,3,1 ], "(of a hawk or falcon) to spread the wings and tail over food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantling",1,1,1 ], "the drapery or scrollwork around a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantra",1,1,1 ], "any of those parts of the Vedic literature which consist of the metrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantra",1,1,1 ], "psalms of praise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantra",1,1,2 ], "any sacred word or syllable used as an object of concentration and embodying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantra",1,1,2 ], "some aspect of spiritual power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mantrap",1,1,1 ], "a snare for catching men, esp| trespassers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantua",1,1,1 ], "a loose gown of the 17th and 18th centuries, worn open in front to show the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mantua",1,1,1 ], "underskirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a hand or hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,1,2 ], "operated or done by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,1,3 ], "physical, as opposed to mental or mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,1,4 ], "by human labour rather than automatic or computer-aided means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a manual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,2,1 ], "a book, esp| of instructions or information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,2,2 ], "one of the keyboards played by hand on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manual",1,2,3 ], "the prescribed drill with small arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manubrium",1,1,1 ], "any handle-shaped part, esp| the upper part of the sternum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manubrium",1,1,2 ], "such as a jellyfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manubrium",1,1,2 ], "the tubular mouth that hangs down from the centre of a coelenterate medusa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manufactory",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manufacture",1,1,1 ], "operation using machinery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manufacture",1,1,1 ], "to process or make (a product) from a raw material, esp| as a large-scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manufacture",1,2,1 ], "to invent or concoct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manufacture",1,3,1 ], "the production of goods, esp| by industrial processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manufacture",1,3,2 ], "a manufactured product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manufacture",1,3,3 ], "the creation or production of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manufacturer",1,1,1 ], "a person or business concern that manufactures goods or owns a factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuf|",1,1,1 ], "manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuf|",1,1,2 ], "manufactured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuf|",1,1,3 ], "manufacturer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuf|",1,1,4 ], "manufacturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuka",1,1,1 ], "a New Zealand myrtaceous tree, Leptospermum Sloparium, with strong elastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuka",1,1,1 ], "wood and aromatic leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manumit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to free from slavery, servitude, etc|; emancipate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manure",1,1,1 ], "animal excreta, usually with straw, etc|, used to fertilize land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manure",1,1,2 ], "any material, esp| chemical fertilizer, used to fertilize land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manure",1,2,1 ], "to spread manure upon (fields or soil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manus",1,1,1 ], "the wrist and hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manus",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manus",1,1,3 ], "the authority of a husband over his wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manus",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) an oath or the person taking an oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuscript",1,1,1 ], "a book or other document written by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuscript",1,1,2 ], "submitted by an author for publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "manuscript",1,1,2 ], "the original handwritten or typed version of a book, article, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuscript",1,1,3 ], "handwriting, as opposed to printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manuscript",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes preceded by a great or a good)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,1,1,1 ], "a large number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,1,1,2 ], "many are seated already" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by a, an, or another, and a sing| noun) each of a considerable number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,1,2 ], "of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,1,3 ], "(preceded by as, too, that, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,1,3,1 ], "a great number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many",1,2,1 ], "the many| the majority of mankind, esp| the common people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many-sided",1,1,1 ], "having many sides, aspects, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "many-valued logic",1,1,1 ], "have are not restricted to two, representing only truth and falsity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "many-valued logic",1,1,1 ], "the study of logical systems in which the truth values that a proposition may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manyplies",1,1,1 ], "another name for psalterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "manzanilla",1,1,1 ], "a very dry pale sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "map out",1,1,1 ], "to plan or design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "map projection",1,1,1 ], "a means of representing or a representation of the globe or celestial sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "map projection",1,1,1 ], "or part of it on a flat map, using a grid of lines of latitude and longitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 1],"a diagrammatic representation of the earth's surface or part of it, showing",1). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 1],"such as roads, towns, relief, rainfall, etc",3). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 1],"the geographical distributions, positions, etc|, of natural or artificial features",2). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 2],"a diagrammatic representation of the distribution of stars or of the surface",1). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 2],"of a celestial body: a lunar map",2). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 3],"a maplike drawing of anything",1). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 4],"another name for ,function (sense 4b|)",1). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 5],"a slang word for ,face ,1,1|",1). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 1, 6],"put on the map| to make (a town, company, etc|) well-known",1). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 3, 1],"to make a map of",1). c_DEF([ "map" ,1, 3, 2],"to represent or transform (a function, figure, set, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "maple sugar",1,1,1 ], "sugar made from the sap of the sugar maple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maple syrup",1,1,1 ], "a very sweet syrup made from the sap of the sugar maple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maple",1,1,1 ], "any tree or shrub of the N temperate genus Acer, having winged seeds borne in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maple",1,1,1 ], "pairs and lobed leaves: family Aceraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maple",1,1,2 ], "flooring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maple",1,1,2 ], "the hard closed-grained wood of any of these trees, used for furniture and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maple",1,1,3 ], "the flavour of the sap of the sugar maple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mapping",1,1,1 ], "another name for function (sense 4b|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maquette",1,1,1 ], "a sculptor's small preliminary model or sketch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maquillage",1,1,1 ], "make-up; cosmetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maquillage",1,1,2 ], "the application of make-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maquis",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean: includes myrtles, heaths, arbutus, cork oak, and ilex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maquis",1,1,1 ], "shrubby mostly evergreen vegetation found in coastal regions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maquis",1,1,1,1 ], "forces in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maquis",1,1,1,1 ], "the French underground movement that fought against the German occupying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maquis",1,1,1,2 ], "a member of this movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mar",1,1,1 ], "to cause harm to; spoil or impair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mar",1,2,1 ], "a disfiguring mark; blemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mara",1,1,1 ], "a harelike South American rodent, Dolichotis patagonum, inhabiting the pampas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mara",1,1,1 ], "of Argentina: family Caviidae (cavies)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marabou",1,1,1 ], "a large black-and-white African carrion-eating stork, Leptoptilos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marabou",1,1,1 ], "crumeniferus, with a very short naked neck and a straight heavy bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marabou",1,1,2 ], "a down feather of this bird, used to trim garments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marabou",1,1,2,1 ], "a fine white raw silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marabou",1,1,2,2 ], "fabric made of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marabout",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim holy man or hermit of North Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marabout",1,1,2 ], "a shrine of the grave of a marabout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marabunta",1,1,1 ], "any of several social wasps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marabunta",1,1,2 ], "an ill-tempered woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maraca",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument, usually one of a pair, consisting of a gourd or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maraca",1,1,1 ], "plastic shell filled with dried seeds, etc| It is used chiefly in Latin American music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maraging steel",1,1,1 ], "500 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "maraging steel",1,1,1 ], "a strong low-carbon steel containing nickel and small amounts of titanium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maraging steel",1,1,1 ], "aluminium, and niobium, produced by transforming to a martensitic structure and heating at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marasca",1,1,1 ], "a European cherry tree, Prunus cerasus marasca, with red acid-tasting fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marasca",1,1,1 ], "from which maraschino is made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maraschino cherry",1,1,1 ], "a cherry preserved in maraschino or an imitation of this liqueur, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maraschino cherry",1,1,1 ], "garnish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maraschino",1,1,1 ], "a liqueur made from marasca cherries and flavoured with the kernels, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maraschino",1,1,1 ], "taste like bitter almonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marasmus",1,1,1 ], "general emaciation and wasting, esp| of infants, thought to be associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marasmus",1,1,1 ], "severe malnutrition or impaired utilization of nutrients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marathon",1,1,1 ], "a race on foot of 26 miles 385 yards (42|195 kilometres): an event in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marathon",1,1,1 ], "modern Olympics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marathon",1,1,1,1 ], "any long or arduous task, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marathon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maraud",1,1,1 ], "to search (a place) for plunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maraud",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for foray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maravedi",1,1,1 ], "any of various Spanish coins of copper or gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble cake",1,1,1 ], "a cake with a marbled appearance obtained by incompletely mixing dark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble cake",1,1,1 ], "light batters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,1,1,1 ], "a hard crystalline metamorphic rock resulting from the recrystallization of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,1,1,1 ], "limestone: takes a high polish and is used for building and sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,1,2 ], "a block or work of art of marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,1,3 ], "a small round glass or stone ball used in playing marbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,1,4 ], "make one's marble good| Austral| informal| to succeed or do the right thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,1,5 ], "pass in one's marble| Austral| informal| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,2,1 ], "to mottle with variegated streaks in imitation of marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,3,1 ], "cold, hard, or unresponsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marble",1,3,2 ], "white like some kinds of marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marbles",1,1,1 ], "a game in which marbles are rolled at one another, similar to bowls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marbles",1,1,2 ], "wits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marbling",1,1,1 ], "a mottled effect or pattern resembling marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marbling",1,1,2 ], "solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marbling",1,1,2 ], "such an effect obtained by transferring floating colours from a bath of gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marbling",1,1,3 ], "the streaks of fat in lean meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marc",1,1,1 ], "the remains of grapes or other fruit that have been pressed for wine-making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marc",1,1,2 ], "a brandy distilled from these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcasite",1,1,1 ], "a metallic pale yellow mineral consisting of iron pyrites in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcasite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form used in jewellery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marcasite",1,1,2 ], "a cut and polished form of steel or any white metal used for making jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcel" ,1, 1, 1],"a hair style characterized by repeated regular waves, popular in the 1920s| ",1). c_DEF([ "marcel" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to make such waves in (the hair) with special hot irons",1). c_DEF([ "marcescent",1,1,1 ], "(of the parts of certain plants) remaining attached to the plant when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcescent",1,1,1 ], "withered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,1,1 ], "military formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,1,1 ], "to walk or proceed with stately or regular steps, usually in a procession or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,2,1 ], "to make (a person or group) proceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,3,1 ], "to traverse or cover by marching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of marching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,2 ], "a regular stride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,3 ], "a long or exhausting walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,4 ], "advance; progression (of troops, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,5 ], "a distance or route covered by marching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,6 ], "a piece of music, usually in four beats to the bar, having a strongly accented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,6 ], "rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,7 ], "enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "march",1,4,7 ], "steal a march on| to gain an advantage over, esp| by a secret or underhand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",2,1,1 ], "a frontier, border, or boundary or the land lying along it, often of disputed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "march",2,1,1 ], "ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "march",2,2,1 ], "to share a common border (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcher",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of any of the Marches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcher",1,1,2 ], "(formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcher",1,1,2,1 ], "a lord governing and defending such a borderland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marcher",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marchesa",1,1,1 ], "(in Italy) the wife or widow of a marchese marchioness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marchese",1,1,1 ], "(in Italy) a nobleman ranking below a prince and above a count marquis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marching orders",1,1,1 ], "destination, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marching orders",1,1,1 ], "military orders, esp| to infantry, giving instructions about a march, its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marching orders",1,1,1,1 ], "notice of dismissal from employment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marching orders",1,1,1,2 ], "the instruction to proceed with a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marching orders",1,1,2 ], "any dismissal, esp| one given by a girl to a boy friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marchioness",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a marquis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marchioness",1,1,2 ], "a woman who holds the rank of marquis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marchland",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for borderland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marchpane",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for marzipan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mardy",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mardy",1,1,2 ], "(of a child) spoilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mardy",1,1,3 ], "irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare clausum",1,1,1 ], "a sea coming under the jurisdiction of one nation and closed to all others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare liberum",1,1,1 ], "a sea open to navigation by shipping of all nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare nostrum",1,1,1 ], "the Latin name for the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare",1,1,1 ], "the adult female of a horse or zebra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare",2,1,1 ], "any of a large number of huge dry plains on the surface of the moon, visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare",2,1,1 ], "as dark markings and once thought to be seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mare",2,1,2 ], "a similar area on the surface of Mars, such as Mare Sirenum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare's-nest",1,1,1 ], "a discovery imagined to be important but proving worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare's-nest",1,1,2 ], "a disordered situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare's-tail",1,1,1 ], "a wisp of trailing cirrus cloud, indicating strong winds at high levels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare's-tail",1,1,2 ], "an erect pond plant, Hippuris vulgaris, with minute flowers and crowded whorls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mare's-tail",1,1,2 ], "of narrow leaves: family Hippuridaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maremma",1,1,1 ], "a marshy unhealthy region near the shore, esp| in Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marg",1,1,1 ], "short for margarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margaric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for heptadecanoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margaric",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margarine",1,1,1 ], "a substitute for butter, prepared from vegetable and animal fats by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margarine",1,1,1 ], "emulsifying them with water and adding small amounts of milk, salt, vitamins, colouring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "margarine",1,1,1 ], "matter, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "margarita",1,1,1 ], "a mixed drink consisting of tequila and lemon juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margarite",1,1,1 ], "a pink pearly micaceous mineral consisting of hydrated calcium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margarite",1,1,1 ], "silicate| Formula: CaAl4Si2O10(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "margarite",1,1,2 ], "an aggregate of minute beadlike masses occurring in some glassy igneous rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margay",1,1,1 ], "a feline mammal, Felis wiedi, of Central and South America, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margay",1,1,1 ], "dark-striped coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marge",1,1,1 ], "short for margarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marge",2,1,1 ], "a margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 1],"an edge or rim, and the area immediately adjacent to it; border",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 2],"the blank space surrounding the text on a page",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 3],"a vertical line on a page, esp| one on the left-hand side, delineating this",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 3],"space",2). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 4],"an additional amount or one beyond the minimum necessary",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 5],"a payment made in addition to a basic wage, esp| for special skill or",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 5],"responsibility",2). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 6],"a bound or limit",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 7],"the amount by which one thing differs from another",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 8],"the profit on a transaction",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"collateral deposited by a client with a broker as security",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"loan",2). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"the excess of the value of a loan's collateral over the value of the",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 1, 9],"the minimum return below which an enterprise becomes unprofitable",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 2, 1],"to provide with a margin; border",1). c_DEF([ "margin" ,1, 2, 2],"to deposit a margin upon",1). c_DEF([ "marginal",1,1,1 ], "of, in, on, or constituting a margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marginal",1,1,2 ], "close to a limit, esp| a lower limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marginal",1,1,3 ], "profitability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marginal",1,1,3 ], "relating to goods or services produced and sold at the margin of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marginal",1,1,4 ], "margins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marginal",1,1,4 ], "of or designating a constituency in which elections tend to be won by small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marginal",1,1,5 ], "designating agricultural land on the margin of cultivated zones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marginalia",1,1,1 ], "notes in the margin of a book, manuscript, or letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marginate",1,1,1 ], "to provide with a margin or margins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marginate",1,2,1 ], "having a margin of a distinct colour or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margravate",1,1,1 ], "the domain of a margrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margrave",1,1,1 ], "Empire by the 12th century" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "margrave",1,1,1 ], "a German nobleman ranking above a count| Margraves were originally counts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margrave",1,1,1 ], "appointed to govern frontier provinces, but all had become princes of the Holy Roman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "margravine",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a margrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "margravine",1,1,2 ], "a woman who holds the rank of margrave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marguerite",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated garden plant, Chrysanthemum frutescens, whose flower heads have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marguerite",1,1,1 ], "white or pale yellow rays around a yellow disc: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marguerite",1,1,2 ], "any of various related plants with daisy-like flowers, esp| C| leucanthemum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marg|",1,1,1 ], "margin(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maria",1,1,1 ], "the plural of mare'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mariachi",1,1,1 ], "a small ensemble of street musicians in Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mariculture",1,1,1 ], "the cultivation of marine plants and animals in their natural environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marigold",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "marigold",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American plants of the genus Tagetes, esp| T| erecta," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marigold",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for their yellow or orange flower heads and strongly scented foliage: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marigold",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants, such as the marsh marigold, pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marigold",1,1,2 ], "marigold, bur marigold, and fig marigold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marijuana",1,1,1 ], "the dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, used as a narcotic, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marijuana",1,1,1 ], "the form of cigarettes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marijuana",1,1,2 ], "another name for hemp (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marimba",1,1,1 ], "a Latin American percussion instrument consisting of a set of hardwood plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marimba",1,1,1 ], "placed over tuned metal resonators, played with soft-head hammers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marina",1,1,1 ], "an elaborate docking facility for yachts and other pleasure boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marinade",1,1,1 ], "a spiced liquid mixture of oil, wine, vinegar, herbs, etc|, in which meat or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marinade",1,1,1 ], "fish is soaked before cooking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marinade",1,1,2 ], "meat or fish soaked in this liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marinade",1,2,1 ], "a variant of marinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marinate",1,1,1 ], "to soak in marinade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine insurance",1,1,1 ], "insurance covering damage to or loss of ship, passengers, or cargo caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine insurance",1,1,1 ], "the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marine railway",1,1,1 ], "another term for slipway ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,1,1 ], "of, found in, or relating to the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to shipping, navigation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,1,3 ], "concerned with maritime affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a body of seagoing troops or a government department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,1,4 ], "used or adapted for use at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,2,1 ], "shipping and navigation in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,2,1,1 ], "a member of a marine corps or similar body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,2,1,2 ], "the branch of the army connected with the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,2,2 ], "a picture of a ship, seascape, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marine",1,2,3 ], "tell it to the marines| Informal| an expression of disbelief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mariner",1,1,1 ], "a formal or literary word for seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marionette",1,1,1 ], "an articulated puppet or doll whose jointed limbs are moved by strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mariposa",1,1,1 ], "U|S| and Mexico, having brightly coloured tulip-like flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mariposa",1,1,1 ], "any of several liliaceous plants of the genus Calochortus, of the southwestern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marish",1,1,1 ], "marshy; swampy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maritage",1,1,1 ], "the right of a lord to choose the spouses of his wards, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maritage",1,1,2 ], "a sum paid to a lord in lieu of his exercising this right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marital",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marital",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maritime",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to navigation, shipping, etc|; seafaring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maritime",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, near, or living near the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maritime",1,1,3 ], "(of a climate) having small temperature differences between summer and winter;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maritime",1,1,3 ], "equable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marjoram",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic Mediterranean plant, Origanum (or Marjorana)hortensis, with small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marjoram",1,1,1 ], "family Labiatae (labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "marjoram",1,1,1 ], "pale purple flowers and sweet-scented leaves, for seasoning food and in salads:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marjoram",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related European plant, Origanum vulgare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,1 ], "a sign, symbol, or other indication that distinguishes something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,1 ], "a visible impression, stain, etc|, on a surface, such as a spot or scratch| D" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,10 ], "impression or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,11 ], "a suitable victim, esp| for swindling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,12 ], "(in trade names) model, brand, or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,13 ], "one of the intervals distinctively marked on a sounding lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,14 ], "another name for the jack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,15 ], "opponent, which entitles him to a free kick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,15 ], "shouted by a player on catching a forward kick, throw, or knock by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,16 ], "a catch of the ball from a kick of at least 10 yards, after which a free kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,16 ], "is taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,17 ], "boxer's trunks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,17 ], "the mark| Boxing| the middle of the stomach at or above the line made by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,18 ], "(in medieval England and Germany) a piece of land held in common by the free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,18 ], "men of a community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,19 ], "an obsolete word for frontier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,2 ], "a cross or other symbol made instead of a signature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,20 ], "beside the mark| irrelevant or off the point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,21 ], "make one's mark| to succeed or achieve recognition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,22 ], "on your mark or marks| a command given to runners in a race to prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,22 ], "themselves at the starting line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,3 ], "a written or printed sign or symbol, as for punctuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,4 ], "a letter, number, or percentage used to grade academic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,5 ], "a thing that indicates position or directs; marker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,6 ], "a desired or recognized standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,7 ], "an indication of some quality, feature, or prowess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,8 ], "quality or importance; note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,1,9 ], "a target or goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,2,1 ], "to make or receive (a visible impression, trace, or stain) on (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,3,1 ], "to characterize or distinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by off or out) to set boundaries or limits (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,4,1 ], "to select, designate, or doom by or as if by a mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,5,1 ], "price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,5,1 ], "to put identifying or designating labels, stamps, etc|, on, esp| to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,1 ], "to pay heed or attention to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,2 ], "to observe; notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,3 ], "to grade or evaluate (scholastic work)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,4 ], "to stay close to (an opponent) to hamper his play|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,5 ], "to keep (score) in some games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,6 ], "mark time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,6,1 ], "to move the feet alternately as in marching but without advancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,6,2 ], "to act in a mechanical and routine way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",1,6,6,3 ], "to halt progress temporarily, while awaiting developments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",2,1,1 ], "a former monetary unit and coin in England and Scotland worth two thirds of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark",2,1,1 ], "pound sterling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mark",2,1,2 ], "a silver coin of Germany until 1924" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mark-up" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"an increase in the price of a commodity",1). c_DEF([ "mark-up" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the amount of this increase",1). c_DEF([ "mark-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a percentage or amount added to the cost of a commodity to provide the seller",1). c_DEF([ "mark-up" ,1, 1, 1],"with a profit and to cover overheads, costs, etc",2). c_DEF([ "mark-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to add a percentage for profit, etc|, to the cost of (a commodity)",1). c_DEF([ "mark-up" ,1, 2, 3],"to increase the price of",1). c_DEF([ "markdown" ,1, 1, 1],"a price reduction",1). c_DEF([ "markdown" ,1, 3, 1],"to reduce in price",1). c_DEF([ "marked",1,1,1 ], "obvious, evident, or noticeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marked",1,1,2 ], "singled out, esp| for punishment, killing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marked",1,1,3 ], "distinguished by a specific feature, as in phonology| For example, of the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marked",1,1,3 ], "phonemes /t/ and /d/, the /d/ is marked because it exhibits the feature of voice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marker",1,1,1,1 ], "something used for distinguishing or marking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marker",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marker",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marker",1,1,3 ], "a person or object that keeps or shows scores in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market garden",1,1,1 ], "an establishment where fruit and vegetables are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market gardening",1,1,1 ], "called (in the U|S|): truck farming, trucking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "market gardening",1,1,1 ], "the business of growing fruit and vegetables on a commercial scale| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market mammy",1,1,1 ], "a W African woman trader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market order",1,1,1 ], "an instruction to a broker to sell or buy at the best price currently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market order",1,1,1 ], "obtainable on the market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "market price",1,1,1 ], "services, etc|, may be bought or sold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "market price",1,1,1 ], "the prevailing price, as determined by supply and demand, at which goods," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market research",1,1,1 ], "often undertaken before marketing it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "market research",1,1,1 ], "the collection and analysis of data relating to the demand for a product," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market town",1,1,1 ], "a town that holds a market, esp| an agricultural centre in a rural area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market value",1,1,1 ], "assets, or goods and services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "market value",1,1,1 ], "the amount obtainable on the open market for the sale of property, financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,1,1 ], "an event or occasion, usually held at regular intervals, at which people meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,1,1 ], "for the purpose of buying and selling merchandise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,10 ], "play the market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,10,1 ], "to speculate on a stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,10,2 ], "to act aggressively or unscrupulously in one's own commercial interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,11 ], "seller's market| a market characterized by excess demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,12 ], "(or supply) and thus favourable to sellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,13 ], "(or buyers)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,2 ], "a place, such as an open space in a town, at which a market is held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,3 ], "a shop that sells a particular merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,4 ], "the market| business or trade in a commodity as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,5 ], "the trading or selling opportunities provided by a particular group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,6 ], "demand for a particular product or commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,7 ], "at market| at the current price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,8 ], "be in the market for| to wish to buy or acquire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,1,9 ], "on the market| available for purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,2,1 ], "to offer or produce for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "market",1,3,1 ], "to buy or deal in a market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketable",1,1,1 ], "(of commodities, assets, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketable",1,1,1,1 ], "being in good demand; saleable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketable",1,1,1,2 ], "suitable for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketable",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to buying or selling on a market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketing",1,1,1 ], "the business of selling goods, including advertising, packaging, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketplace",1,1,1 ], "a place where a public market is held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketplace",1,1,2 ], "any centre where ideas, opinions, etc|, are exchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marketplace",1,1,3 ], "the commercial world of buying and selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "markhor",1,1,1 ], "a large wild Himalayan goat, Capra falconeri, with a reddish-brown coat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "markhor",1,1,1 ], "large spiralled horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marking ink",1,1,1 ], "indelible ink used for marking linen, clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marking",1,1,1 ], "a mark or series of marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marking",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of colours on an animal, plant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "markka",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Finland, divided into 100 pennia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marksman",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marksman",1,1,2 ], "a serviceman selected for his skill in shooting, esp| for a minor engagement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marksman",1,1,3 ], "a qualification awarded in certain armed services for skill in shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marl",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained sedimentary rock consisting of clay minerals, calcite or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marl",1,1,1 ], "aragonite, and silt: used as a fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marl",1,2,1 ], "to fertilize (land) with marl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marl",2,1,1 ], "to seize (a rope) with marline, using a hitch at each turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marlin",1,1,1 ], "Istiompax, and Tetrapturus, of warm and tropical seas, having a very long upper jaw:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marlin",1,1,1 ], "any of several large scombroid food and game fishes of the genera Makaira," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marlin",1,1,1 ], "family Istiophoridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "marline",1,1,1 ], "a light rope, usually tarred, made of two strands laid left-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marlinespike",1,1,1 ], "a pointed metal tool used as a fid, spike, and for various other purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marlite",1,1,1 ], "a type of marl that contains clay and calcium carbonate and is resistant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marlite",1,1,1 ], "the decomposing action of air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marmalade tree",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American sapotaceous tree, Calocarpum sapota, with durable wood:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmalade tree",1,1,1 ], "its fruit is used to make preserves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marmalade",1,1,1 ], "a preserve made by boiling the pulp and rind of citrus fruits, esp| oranges," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmalade",1,1,1 ], "with sugar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marmalade",1,2,1 ], "(of cats) streaked orange or yellow and brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmite",1,1,1 ], "a large cooking pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmite",1,1,2 ], "soup cooked in such a pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmite",1,1,3 ], "an individual covered casserole for serving soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmoreal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmoset",1,1,1 ], "any small South American monkey of the genus Callithrix and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmoset",1,1,1 ], "family Callithricidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "marmoset",1,1,1 ], "having long hairy tails, clawed digits, and tufts of hair around the head and ears:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marmoset",1,1,2 ], "inhabiting tropical forests of the Amazon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marmoset",1,1,2 ], "pygmy marmoset| a related form, Cebuella pygmaea: the smallest monkey," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmot",1,1,1 ], "America| They are heavily built, having short legs, a short furry tail, and coarse fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marmot",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing sciurine rodent of the genus Marmota, of Europe, Asia, and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marmot",1,1,2 ], "prairie marmot| another name for prairie dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marocain",1,1,1 ], "a fabric of ribbed crepe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marocain",1,1,2 ], "a garment made from this fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maroon",1,1,1 ], "to leave ashore and abandon, esp| on an island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maroon",1,1,2 ], "to isolate without resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maroon",1,2,1 ], "West Indies or Guyana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maroon",1,2,1 ], "a descendant of a group of runaway slaves living in the remoter areas of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maroon",2,1,1,1 ], "a dark red to purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maroon",2,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maroon",2,1,2 ], "an exploding firework, esp| one used as a warning signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maroquin",1,1,1 ], "morocco leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marque",1,1,1 ], "a brand of product, esp| of a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marque",1,1,2 ], "an emblem or nameplate used to identify a product, esp| a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquee",1,1,1 ], "a large tent used for entertainment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquee",1,1,2 ], "a canopy over the entrance to a theatre, hotel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquess",1,1,1 ], "(in the British Isles) a nobleman ranking between a duke and an earl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquessate",1,1,1 ], "(in the British Isles) the dignity, rank, or position of a marquess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquessate",1,1,1 ], "marquisate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marquetry",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of inlaid veneers of wood, brass, ivory, etc|, fitted together to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquetry",1,1,1 ], "form a picture or design, used chiefly as ornamentation in furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marquis",1,1,1 ], "(in various countries) a nobleman ranking above a count, corresponding to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquis",1,1,1 ], "British marquess| The title of marquis is often used in place of that of marquess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marquisate",1,1,1 ], "the rank or dignity of a marquis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquisate",1,1,2 ], "the domain of a marquis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquise",1,1,1 ], "(in various countries) another word for marchioness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquise",1,1,1,1 ], "a gemstone, esp| a diamond, cut in a pointed oval shape and usually faceted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquise",1,1,1,2 ], "a piece of jewellery, esp| a ring, set with such a stone or with an oval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquise",1,1,1,2 ], "cluster of stones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marquise",1,1,2 ], "another name for marquee ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marquisette",1,1,1 ], "a leno-weave fabric of cotton, silk, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marram grass",1,1,1 ], "any of several grasses of the genus Ammophila (or Psamma), esp| A| arenaria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marram grass",1,1,1 ], "dunes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "marram grass",1,1,1 ], "that grow on sandy shores and can withstand drying: often planted to stabilize sand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marriage guidance",1,1,1,1 ], "advice given to couples who have problems in their married life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage guidance",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage of convenience",1,1,1 ], "a marriage based on expediency rather than on love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,1 ], "the state or relationship of being husband and wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,1,1 ], "the legal union or contract made by a man and woman to live as husband and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,1,1 ], "wife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,2 ], "the religious or legal ceremony formalizing this union; wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,3 ], "a close or intimate union, relationship, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,4 ], "(in certain card games, such as bezique, pinochle) the king and queen of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marriage",1,1,4 ], "same suit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marriageable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of women) suitable for marriage, usually with reference to age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "married",1,1,1 ], "having a husband or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "married",1,1,2 ], "joined in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "married",1,1,3 ], "of or involving marriage or married persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "married",1,1,4 ], "closely or intimately united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "married",1,2,1 ], "a married person (esp| in the phrase young marrieds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marron",1,1,1 ], "a large edible sweet chestnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrons glac",1,1,1 ], "chestnuts cooked in syrup and glazed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrow squash",1,1,1 ], "any of several oblong squashes that have a hard smooth rind, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrow squash",1,1,1 ], "vegetable marrow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marrow",1,1,1 ], "the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrow",1,1,2 ], "the vital part; essence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrow",1,1,3 ], "vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrow",1,1,4 ], "rich food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrow",1,1,5 ], "short for vegetable marrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrow",2,1,1 ], "a companion, esp| a workmate|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrowbone",1,1,1,1 ], "a bone containing edible marrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrowbone",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrowbones",1,1,1 ], "the knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrowbones",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for crossbones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrowfat",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of pea plant that have large seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marrowfat",1,1,2 ], "the seed of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry into",1,1,1 ], "to become a member of (a family) by marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry off",1,1,1 ], "to find a husband or wife for (a person, esp| one's son or daughter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry",1,1,1 ], "to take (someone as one's husband or wife) in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry",1,2,1 ], "to join or give in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry",1,3,1 ], "to acquire (something) by marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry",1,3,2 ], "to unite closely or intimately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry",1,4,1,1 ], "to match up (the strands) of unlaid ropes before splicing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry",1,4,1,2 ], "to seize (two ropes) together at intervals along their lengths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marry",2,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise, anger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marseille",1,1,1 ], "a strong cotton fabric with a raised pattern, used for bedspreads, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh andromeda",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing pink-flowered ericaceous evergreen shrub, Andromeda polifolia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh andromeda",1,1,1 ], "that grows in peaty bogs of northern regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsh elder",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American shrubs of the genus Iva, growing in salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh elder",1,1,1 ], "marshes: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsh fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for malaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh gas",1,1,1 ], "a gas largely composed of methane produced when vegetation decomposes under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh gas",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsh harrier",1,1,1 ], "a European harrier, Circus aeruginosus, that frequents marshy regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh harrier",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| name for hen harrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh hawk",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for the hen harrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh hen",1,1,1 ], "any bird that frequents marshes and swamps, esp| a rail, coot, or gallinule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh mallow",1,1,1 ], "a malvaceous plant, Althaea officinalis, that grows in salt marshes and has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh mallow",1,1,1 ], "pale pink flowers| The roots yield a mucilage formerly used to make marshmallows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsh mallow",1,1,2 ], "another name for rose mallow ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh marigold",1,1,1 ], "a yellow-flowered ranunculaceous plant, Caltha palustris, that grows in swampy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh marigold",1,1,1 ], "places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsh tit",1,1,1 ], "a small European songbird, Parus palustris, with a black head and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh tit",1,1,1 ], "greyish-brown body: family Paridae (tits)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsh",1,1,1 ], "low poorly drained land that is sometimes flooded and often lies at the edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsh",1,1,1 ], "of lakes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 1],"(in some armies and air forces) an officer of the highest rank",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 2],"(in England) an officer, usually a junior barrister, who accompanies a judge",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 2],"on circuit and performs miscellaneous secretarial duties",2). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a Federal court officer assigned to a judicial district whose functions are",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"similar to those of a sheriff",2). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"(in some states) the chief police or fire officer",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 4],"an officer who organizes or conducts ceremonies, parades, etc",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 5],"an officer of the royal family or court, esp| one in charge of protocol",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 1, 6],"an obsolete word for ,ostler",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 2, 1],"to arrange in order",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 2, 2],"to assemble and organize (troops, vehicles, etc|) prior to onward movement",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 2, 3],"to arrange (assets, mortgages, etc|) in order of priority",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 2, 4],"to guide or lead, esp| in a ceremonious way",1). c_DEF([ "marshal" ,1, 2, 5],"to combine (two or more coats of arms) on one shield",1). c_DEF([ "marshalling yard",1,1,1 ], "a place or depot where railway wagons are shunted and made up into trains and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marshalling yard",1,1,1 ], "where engines, carriages, etc|, are kept when not in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marshland",1,1,1 ], "land consisting of marshes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marshmallow",1,1,1 ], "a sweet of a spongy texture containing gum arabic or gelatine, sugar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marshmallow",1,1,2 ], "a sweetened paste or confection made from the root of the marsh mallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marshy",1,1,1 ], "marshier, marshiest| of, involving, or like a marsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsipobranch",1,2,1 ], "another word for cyclostome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial mole",1,1,1 ], "any molelike marsupial of the family Notoryctidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial mouse",1,1,1 ], "Dasyuridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial mouse",1,1,1 ], "any mouselike insectivorous marsupial of the subfamily Phascogalinae: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial",1,1,1 ], "Australia and South and Central America and includes the opossums, bandicoots, koala," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial",1,1,1 ], "any mammal of the order Marsupialia, in which the young are born in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial",1,1,1 ], "immature state and continue development in the marsupium| The order occurs mainly in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial",1,1,1 ], "wombats, and kangaroos" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Marsupialia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsupial",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a marsupium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsupium",1,1,1 ], "an external pouch in most female marsupials within which the newly born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marsupium",1,1,1 ], "offspring are suckled and complete their development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mart",1,1,1 ], "a market or trading centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martagon",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian lily plant, Lilium martagon, cultivated for its mottled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martagon",1,1,1 ], "purplish-red flowers with reflexed petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martellato",1,1,1 ], "(in string playing) the practice of bowing the string with a succession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martellato",1,1,1 ], "short sharp blows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marten",1,1,1 ], "Europe, Asia, and North America, having bushy tails and golden brown to blackish fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "marten",1,1,1 ], "any of several agile arboreal musteline mammals of the genus Martes, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marten",1,1,2 ], "the highly valued fur of these animals, esp| that of M| americana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martensite",1,1,1 ], "a constituent formed in steels by rapid quenching, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martensite",1,1,1 ], "supersaturated solid solution of carbon in iron| It is formed by the breakdown of austenite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martensite",1,1,1 ], "when the rate of cooling is large enough to prevent pearlite forming" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "martial law",1,1,1 ], "civil law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martial law",1,1,1 ], "the rule of law established and maintained by the military in the absence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of war, soldiers, or the military life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martin",1,1,1 ], "a square or slightly forked tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martin",1,1,1 ], "any of various swallows of the genera Progne, Delichon, Riparia, etc|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martinet",1,1,1 ], "a person who maintains strict discipline, esp| in a military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martingale",1,1,1 ], "a strap from the reins to the girth of a horse preventing it from carrying its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martingale",1,1,1 ], "head too high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martingale",1,1,2 ], "any gambling system in which the stakes are raised, usually doubled, after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martingale",1,1,2 ], "each loss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martingale",1,1,2,1 ], "a chain or cable running from a bowsprit to the stern, and serving to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martingale",1,1,2,1 ], "counteract the strain of the headstays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martingale",1,1,2,2 ], "another term for dolphin striker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martini",1,1,1 ], "an Italian vermouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martini",1,1,2 ], "a cocktail of gin and vermouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martlet",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for a martin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martlet",1,1,2 ], "a footless bird often found in coats of arms, standing for either a martin or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martlet",1,1,2 ], "a swallow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "martyr" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who suffers death rather than renounce his religious beliefs",1). c_DEF([ "martyr" ,1, 1, 1],"to kill as a martyr",1). c_DEF([ "martyr" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who suffers greatly or dies for a cause, belief, etc",1). c_DEF([ "martyr" ,1, 1, 2],"to make a martyr of",1). c_DEF([ "martyr" ,1, 1, 3],"a person who suffers from poor health, misfortune, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "martyr" ,1, 1, 4],"a person who feigns suffering to gain sympathy, help, etc",1). c_DEF([ "martyrdom",1,1,1 ], "the sufferings or death of a martyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martyrdom",1,1,2 ], "great suffering or torment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martyrology",1,1,1 ], "an official list of martyrs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martyrology",1,1,2 ], "the study of the lives of the martyrs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martyrology",1,1,3 ], "a historical account of the lives of martyrs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "martyry",1,1,1 ], "a shrine or chapel erected in honour of a martyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvel",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at or about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvel",1,1,2 ], "when tr|, takes a clause as object) to be filled with surprise or wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvel",1,2,1 ], "something that causes wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvel",1,2,2 ], "astonishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvel-of-Peru",1,1,1 ], "another name for four-o'clock (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvellous",1,1,1 ], "causing great wonder, surprise, etc|; extraordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvellous",1,1,2 ], "improbable or incredible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marvellous",1,1,3 ], "excellent; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mary jane",1,1,1 ], "a slang term for marijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marzipan",1,1,1 ], "a paste made from ground almonds, sugar, and egg whites, used to coat fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "marzipan",1,1,1 ], "cakes or moulded into sweets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mar|",1,1,1 ], "maritime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mar|",1,1,2 ], "married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mascara",1,1,1 ], "a cosmetic substance for darkening, colouring, and thickening the eyelashes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mascara",1,1,1 ], "applied with a brush or rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mascle",1,1,1 ], "a charge consisting of a lozenge with a lozenge-shaped hole in the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mascon",1,1,1 ], "any of several lunar regions of high gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mascot",1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or thing considered to bring good luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masculine ending",1,1,1 ], "a stressed syllable at the end of a line of verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masculine rhyme",1,1,1 ], "a rhyme between stressed monosyllables or between the final stressed syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masculine rhyme",1,1,1 ], "of polysyllabic words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masculine",1,1,1 ], "possessing qualities or characteristics considered typical of or appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masculine",1,1,1 ], "to a man; manly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masculine",1,1,2 ], "unwomanly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masculine",1,1,2,1 ], "denoting a gender of nouns, occurring in many inflected languages, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masculine",1,1,2,1 ], "includes all kinds of referents as well as some male animate referents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masculine",1,1,2,2 ], "German Weg is a masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masc|",1,1,1 ], "masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maser",1,1,1 ], "a device for amplifying microwaves, working on the same principle as a laser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,1 ], "a soft pulpy mass or consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,2 ], "a feed of bran, meal, or malt mixed with water and fed to horses, cattle, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,2 ], "poultry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in brewing) a mixture of mashed malt grains and hot water, from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,3 ], "malt is extracted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,4 ], "mashed potatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,5 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,1,6 ], "a brew of tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,2,1 ], "to beat or crush into a mash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,2,2 ], "malt liquors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,2,2 ], "to steep (malt grains) in hot water in order to extract malt, esp| for making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,2,3 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,2,4 ], "to brew (tea)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mash",1,2,5 ], "to flirt with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mashie",1,1,1 ], "an iron for lofting shots, usually No| 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masjid",1,1,1 ], "a mosque in an Arab country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,1 ], "any covering for the whole or a part of the face worn for amusement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,1 ], "protection, disguise, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,10 ], "a natural land feature or artificial object which conceals troops, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,10 ], "view" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,11 ], "a device placed over the nose and mouth to facilitate or prevent inhalation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,11 ], "a gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,12 ], "a shield of paper, paint, etc|, placed over an area of unexposed photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,12 ], "surface to stop light falling on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,13 ], "a thin sheet of material from which a pattern has been cut, placed over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,13 ], "semiconductor chip so that an integrated circuit can be formed on the exposed areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,14 ], "a large prehensile mouthpart (labium) of the dragonfly larva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,15 ], "face of some animals, such as Siamese cats and certain dogs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,15 ], "the face or head of an animal, such as a fox, or the dark coloration of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,16 ], "another word for face pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,17 ], "a person wearing a mask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,2 ], "a fact, action, etc|, that conceals something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,3 ], "another name for masquerade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,4 ], "a likeness of a face or head, either sculpted or moulded, such as a death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,4 ], "mask" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,5 ], "an image of a face worn by an actor, esp| in ancient Greek and Roman drama, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,5 ], "order to symbolize the character being portrayed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,6 ], "a variant spelling of masque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,7 ], "a sterile gauze covering for the nose and mouth worn esp| during operations to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,7 ], "minimize the spread of germs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,8 ], "a protective covering for the face worn for fencing, ice hockey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,1,9 ], "a carving in the form of a face or head, used as an ornament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,2,1 ], "to cover with or put on a mask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,3,1 ], "to conceal; disguise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,4,1 ], "prevent or reduce the action of light there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,4,1 ], "to shield a particular area of (an unexposed photographic surface) in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mask",1,5,1 ], "to cover (cooked food, esp| meat) with a savoury sauce or glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maskanonge" ,1, 1, 1],"maskinonge , or maskalonge n|, pl| nonges, nonge or longes, longe",1). c_DEF([ "maskanonge" ,1, 1, 2],"variants of muskellunge",1). c_DEF([ "masked ball",1,1,1 ], "a ball at which masks are worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masked",1,1,1 ], "disguised or covered by or as if by a mask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masked",1,1,2 ], "another word for personate ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masker",1,1,1 ], "a person who wears a mask or takes part in a masque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masking tape",1,1,1 ], "an adhesive tape used to mask and protect surfaces surrounding an area to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masking tape",1,1,1 ], "painted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masochism",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal condition in which pleasure, esp| sexual pleasure, is derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masochism",1,1,1 ], "pain or from humiliation, domination, etc|, by another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masochism",1,1,2 ], "the directing towards oneself of any destructive tendencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masochism",1,1,3 ], "a tendency to take pleasure from one's own suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mason bee",1,1,1 ], "any bee of the family Megachilidae that builds a hard domelike nest of sand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mason bee",1,1,1 ], "clay, etc|, held together with saliva" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mason",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in building with stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mason",1,1,2 ], "a person who dresses stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mason",1,2,1 ], "to construct or strengthen with masonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masonic",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to Freemasons or Freemasonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masonic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to masons or masonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masonry",1,1,1 ], "the craft of a mason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masonry",1,1,2 ], "work that is built by a mason; stonework or brickwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masonry",1,1,3 ], "short for Freemasonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masque",1,1,1 ], "England, consisting of pantomime, dancing, dialogue, and song, often performed at court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masque",1,1,1 ], "a transliteration of dramatic entertainment of the 16th to 17th centuries in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masque",1,1,2 ], "the words and music written for a masque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masque",1,1,3 ], "short for masquerade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masquer",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of masker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masquerade",1,1,1 ], "a party or other gathering to which the guests wear masks and costumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masquerade",1,1,2 ], "the disguise worn at such a function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masquerade",1,1,3 ], "a pretence or disguise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masquerade",1,2,1 ], "to participate in a masquerade; disguise oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masquerade",1,2,2 ], "to dissemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass defect",1,1,1 ], "mass of its constituent particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass defect",1,1,1 ], "the amount by which the mass of a particular nucleus is less than the total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass in",1,1,1 ], "to fill or block in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass in",1,1,2 ], "(the areas of unified colour, shade, etc|) in a painting or drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass leave",1,1,1 ], "(in India) leave taken by a large number of employees at the same time, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass leave",1,1,1 ], "form of protest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass media",1,1,1 ], "such as television, newspapers, magazines, and radio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass media",1,1,1 ], "the means of communication that reach large numbers of people in a short time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass noun",1,1,1 ], "a noun that refers to an extended substance rather than to each of a set of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass noun",1,1,1 ], "have plural forms" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mass noun",1,1,1 ], "indefinitely they are characteristically preceded by some rather than a or an;they do not" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mass noun",1,1,1 ], "isolable objects, as, for example, water as opposed to lake| In English when used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass number",1,1,1 ], "Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass number",1,1,1 ], "the total number of neutrons and protons in the nucleus of a particular atom|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass observation",1,1,1 ], "the study of the social habits of people through observation, interviews, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass ratio",1,1,1 ], "rocket without fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the mass of a fully fuelled rocket at liftoff to the mass of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass spectrograph",1,1,1 ], "a mass spectrometer that produces a photographic record of the mass spectrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass spectrometer",1,1,1 ], "amounts" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mass spectrometer",1,1,1 ], "an analytical instrument in which ions, produced from a sample, are separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass spectrometer",1,1,1 ], "by electric or magnetic fields according to their ratios of charge to mass| A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass spectrometer",1,1,1 ], "record is produced (mass spectrum) of the types of ion present and their relative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 10],"an irregular deposit of ore not occurring in veins",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 11],"done or occurring on a large scale",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 12],"consisting of a mass or large number, esp| of people",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 1],"a large coherent body of matter without a definite shape",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 2],"a collection of the component parts of something",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 3],"a large amount or number, such as a great body of people",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 4],"the main part or majority",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 5],"in the mass| in the main; collectively",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 6],"the size of a body; bulk",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 7],"a physical quantity expressing the amount of matter in a body| It is a measure",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 7],"force experienced in a gravitational field (gravitational mass): according to the",3). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 7],"of a body's resistance to changes in velocity (inertial mass) and also of the",2). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 7],"theory of relativity, inertial and gravitational masses are equal",4). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 8],"(in painting, drawing, etc|) an area of unified colour, shade, or intensity,",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 8],"usually denoting a solid form or plane",2). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 1, 9],"a pastelike composition of drugs from which pills are made",1). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 2, 1],"mass",2). c_DEF([ "mass" ,1, 2, 1],"to form (people or things) or (of people or things) to join together into a",1). c_DEF([ "mass-energy",1,1,1 ], "mass and energy considered as equivalent and interconvertible, according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mass-energy",1,1,1 ], "the theory of relativity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass-produce",1,1,1 ], "extensive mechanization and division of labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mass-produce",1,1,1 ], "to manufacture (goods) to a standardized pattern on a large scale by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massacre",1,1,1 ], "the wanton or savage killing of large numbers of people, as in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massacre",1,1,2 ], "an overwhelming defeat, as in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massacre",1,2,1 ], "to kill indiscriminately or in large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massacre",1,2,2 ], "to defeat overwhelmingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massage",1,1,1 ], "suppleness, or relaxation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "massage",1,1,1 ], "the act of kneading, rubbing, etc|, parts of the body to promote circulation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massage",1,2,1 ], "to give a massage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massage",1,2,2 ], "to treat (stiffness, etc|) by a massage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massasauga",1,1,1 ], "a North American venomous snake, Sistrurus catenatus, that has a horny rattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massasauga",1,1,1 ], "at the end of the tail: family Crotalidae (pit vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masses",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by the) the body of common people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masses",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masses",1,1,3 ], "great numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masseter",1,1,1 ], "a muscle of the cheek used in moving the jaw, esp| in chewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masseur" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who gives massages, esp| as a profession",1). c_DEF([ "massicot",1,1,1 ], "a yellow earthy secondary mineral consisting of lead oxide| Formula: PbO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massif",1,1,1 ], "a mass of rock or a series of connected masses forming the peaks of a mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massif",1,1,1 ], "range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "massif",1,1,2 ], "a part of the earth's crust that is bounded by faults and may be shifted by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massif",1,1,2 ], "tectonic movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,1 ], "(of objects) large in mass; bulky, heavy, and usually solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,2 ], "impressive or imposing in quality, degree, or scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,3 ], "relatively intensive or large; considerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,4 ], "affecting a large area of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,4,1 ], "(of igneous rocks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,5 ], "having no stratification, cleavage, etc| homogeneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,5,2 ], "(of sedimentary rocks) arranged in thick poorly defined strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massive",1,1,6 ], "without obvious crystalline structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massor mass",1,1,1 ], "a stroke made by hitting the cueball off centre with the cue held nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massor mass",1,1,1 ], "the object ball" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "massor mass",1,1,1 ], "vertically, esp| so as to make the ball move in a curve around another ball before hitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "massotherapy",1,1,1 ], "medical treatment by massage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massy",1,1,1 ], "massier, massiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "massy",1,1,2 ], "a literary word for massive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast cell",1,1,1 ], "any of various granular basophil cells in connective tissue that are thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast cell",1,1,1 ], "to produce histamine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mast",1,1,1 ], "any vertical spar for supporting sails, rigging, flags, etc|, above the deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast",1,1,1 ], "of a vessel or any components of such a composite spar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mast",1,1,2 ], "any sturdy upright pole used as a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast",1,1,3 ], "a hearing conducted by the captain of a vessel into minor offences of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast",1,1,3 ], "crew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mast",1,1,4 ], "before the mast| Nautical| as an apprentice seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast",1,2,1 ], "to equip with a mast or masts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast",2,1,1 ], "the fruit of forest trees, such as beech, oak, etc|, used as food for pigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mast-",1,1,1 ], "variant of masto- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastaba",1,1,1 ], "a mudbrick superstructure above tombs in ancient Egypt from which the pyramid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastaba",1,1,1 ], "developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastectomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical removal of a breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master builder",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the design and construction of buildings, esp| before the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master builder",1,1,1 ], "foundation of the profession of architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master cylinder",1,1,1 ], "a large cylinder in a hydraulic system in which the working fluid is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master cylinder",1,1,1 ], "compressed by a piston" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master key",1,1,1 ], "a key that opens all the locks of a set, the individual keys of which are not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master key",1,1,1 ], "interchangeable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master of ceremonies",1,1,1 ], "a person who presides over a public ceremony, formal dinner, or entertainment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master of ceremonies",1,1,1 ], "introducing the events, performers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master of foxhounds",1,1,1 ], "a person responsible for the maintenance of a pack of foxhounds and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master of foxhounds",1,1,1 ], "associated staff, equipment, hunting arrangements, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master race",1,1,1 ], "a race, nation, or group, such as the Germans or Nazis as viewed by Hitler," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master race",1,1,1 ], "believed to be superior to other races| German name: Herrenvolk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master sergeant",1,1,1 ], "a senior noncommissioned officer in the U|S| Army, Air Force, and Marine Corps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master sergeant",1,1,1 ], "and certain other military forces, ranking immediately below the most senior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master sergeant",1,1,1 ], "noncommissioned rank" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1 ], "servants, or the owner of slaves or animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1 ], "the man in authority, such as the head of a household, the employer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who has complete control of a situation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1,1 ], "a person with exceptional skill at a certain thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1,1 ], "a workman or craftsman fully qualified to practise his trade and to train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1,1 ], "an original copy, stencil, etc|, from which duplicates are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1,1 ], "others in it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1,2 ], "an abstract thing regarded as having power or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,10 ], "the superior person or side in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,11 ], "a machine or device that operates to control a similar one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,12 ], "the heir apparent of a Scottish viscount or baron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,13 ], "overall or controlling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,14 ], "designating a device or mechanism that controls others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,15 ], "main; principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,2 ], "a player of a game, esp| chess or bridge, who has won a specified number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,2 ], "tournament games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,3 ], "the principal of some colleges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,4 ], "a highly regarded teacher or leader whose religion or philosophy is accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,4 ], "by followers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,5 ], "a graduate holding a master's degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,6 ], "the chief executive officer aboard a merchant ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,7 ], "a person presiding over a function, organization, or institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,8 ], "a male teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,1,9 ], "an officer of the Supreme Court of Judicature subordinate to a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,2,1 ], "to become thoroughly proficient in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,2,2 ], "to overcome; defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master",1,2,3 ], "to rule or control as master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "master-at-arms",1,1,1 ], "for discipline, administration, and police duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "master-at-arms",1,1,1 ], "the senior rating, of Chief Petty Officer rank, in a naval unit responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masterful",1,1,1 ], "having or showing mastery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masterful",1,1,2 ], "fond of playing the master; imperious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masterly",1,1,1 ], "of the skill befitting a master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastermind",1,1,1 ], "to plan and direct (a complex undertaking)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastermind",1,2,1 ], "a person of great intelligence or executive talent, esp| one who directs an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastermind",1,2,1 ], "undertaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masterpiece",1,1,1 ], "an outstanding work, achievement, or performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masterpiece",1,1,2 ], "the most outstanding piece of work of a creative artist, craftsman, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastersinger",1,1,1 ], "an English spelling of Meistersinger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masterstroke",1,1,1 ], "an outstanding piece of strategy, skill, talent, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastery",1,1,1 ], "full command or understanding of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastery",1,1,2 ], "outstanding skill; expertise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastery",1,1,3 ], "the power of command; control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastery",1,1,4 ], "victory or superiority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masthead",1,1,1,1 ], "the head of a mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masthead",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masthead",1,1,2 ], "in large type at the top of the front page" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masthead",1,1,2 ], "the name of a newspaper or periodical, it's proprietors, staff, etc|, printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masthead",1,2,1 ], "to send (a sailor) to the masthead as a punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masthead",1,2,2 ], "to raise (a sail) to the masthead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic resin obtained from the mastic tree and used as an astringent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,1 ], "to make varnishes and lacquers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,2 ], "mastic tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,2,1 ], "a small Mediterranean anacardiaceous evergreen tree, Pistacia lentiscus, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,2,1 ], "yields the resin mastic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,2,2 ], "any of various similar trees, such as the pepper tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,3 ], "any of several sticky putty-like substances used as a filler, adhesive, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,3 ], "seal in wood, plaster, or masonry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastic",1,1,4 ], "a liquor flavoured with mastic gum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masticate",1,1,1 ], "to chew (food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masticate",1,1,2 ], "kneading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masticate",1,1,2 ], "to reduce (materials such as rubber) to a pulp by crushing, grinding, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masticatory" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or adapted to chewing",1). c_DEF([ "masticatory" ,1, 2, 2],"a medicinal substance chewed to increase the secretion of saliva",1). c_DEF([ "mastiff",1,1,1 ], "an old breed of large powerful short-haired dog, usually fawn brown with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastiff",1,1,1 ], "dark mask" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastigophoran" ,1, 1, 1],"any protozoan of the class Mastigophora (or Flagellata), having one or more",1). c_DEF([ "mastigophoran" ,1, 1, 1],"flagella",2). c_DEF([ "mastigophoran" ,1, 2, 2],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Mastigophora",1). c_DEF([ "mastitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a breast or an udder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the breast, mammary glands, or something resembling a breast or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masto-",1,1,1 ], "nipple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastodon",1,1,1 ], "Mastodon), common in Pliocene times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastodon",1,1,1 ], "any extinct elephant-like proboscidean mammal of the genus Mammut (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastoid",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a nipple or breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastoid",1,1,2 ], "designating or relating to a nipple-like process of the temporal bone behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastoid",1,1,2 ], "the ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mastoid",1,2,1 ], "the mastoid process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastoid",1,2,2 ], "mastoiditis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastoidectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the mastoid process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mastoiditis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the mastoid process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masturbate",1,1,1 ], "pleasure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "masturbate",1,1,1 ], "to stimulate the genital organs of (oneself or another) to achieve sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "masurium",1,1,1 ], "the former name for technetium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 1],"a thick flat piece of fabric used as a floor covering, a place to wipe one's",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 1],"shoes, etc",2). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 2],"a smaller pad of material used to protect a surface from the heat, etc|, of an",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 2],"object placed upon it",2). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 3],"a large piece of thick padded material put on the floor as a surface for",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 3],"wrestling, judo, or gymnastic sports",2). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 4],"any surface or mass that is densely interwoven or tangled",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 5],"the solid part of a lace design",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 6],"a heavy net of cable or rope laid over a blasting site to prevent the scatter",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 6],"of debris",2). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 1, 7],"short for ,mattress ,1,3",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 2, 1],"to tangle or weave or become tangled or woven into a dense mass",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,1, 2, 2],"to cover with a mat or mats",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,2, 1, 1],"a border of cardboard, cloth, etc|, placed around a picture to act as a frame",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,2, 1, 1],"or as a contrast between picture and frame",2). c_DEF([ "mat" ,2, 1, 2],"a surface, as on metal or paint",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,2, 2, 1],"having a dull, lustreless, or roughened surface",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,2, 4, 1],"to furnish (a picture) with a mat",1). c_DEF([ "mat" ,2, 4, 2],"to give (a surface) a mat finish",1). c_DEF([ "mat",3,1,1 ], "short for matrix ,1,5|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mata-mata",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a former name for police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matador",1,1,1 ], "the principal bullfighter who is appointed to kill the bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matador",1,1,2 ], "(in some card games such as skat) one of the highest ranking cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matador",1,1,3 ], "a game played with dominoes in which the dots on adjacent halves must total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matador",1,1,3 ], "seven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "match play",1,1,1,1 ], "scoring according to the number of holes won and lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match play",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match point",1,1,1 ], "the final point needed to win a match|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match point",1,1,2 ], "the unit used for scoring in tournaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,1 ], "a formal game or sports event in which people, teams, etc|, compete to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing able to provide competition for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that resembles, harmonizes with, or is equivalent to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,3 ], "in a specified respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that is an exact copy or equal of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,4,1 ], "a partnership between a man and a woman, as in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,4,2 ], "an arrangement for such a partnership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,1,5 ], "a person regarded as a possible partner, as in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,1 ], "to fit (parts) together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,2 ], "else)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,2 ], "to resemble, harmonize with, correspond to, or equal (one another or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,3 ], "(sometimes foll| by with or against) to compare in order to determine which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,3 ], "the superior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by to or with) to adapt so as to correspond with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,5 ], "(often foll| by with or against) to arrange a competition between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,6 ], "to find a match for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,7 ], "by a coupling device, to produce a maximum transfer of energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "match",1,2,7 ], "to connect (two circuits) so that their impedances are equal or are equalized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",2,1,1 ], "(see safety match)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "match",2,1,1 ], "a thin strip of wood or cardboard tipped with a chemical that ignites by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "match",2,1,1 ], "friction when rubbed on a rough surface or a surface coated with a suitable chemical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "match",2,1,2 ], "It is used to fire cannons, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "match",2,1,2 ], "a length of cord or wick impregnated with a chemical so that it burns slowly|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchboard",1,1,1 ], "a long thin board with a tongue along one edge and a corresponding groove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchboard",1,1,1 ], "along the other, used with similar boards to line walls, ceilings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matchbox",1,1,1 ], "a small box for holding matches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchless",1,1,1 ], "unequalled; incomparable; peerless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchlock",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete type of gunlock igniting the powder by means of a slow match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchlock",1,1,2 ], "a gun having such a lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchmaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who brings together suitable partners for marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchmaker",1,1,2 ], "a person who arranges competitive matches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchmaker",2,1,1 ], "a person who makes matches (for igniting)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchmark",1,1,1 ], "a mark made on mating components of an engine, etc|, to ensure that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchmark",1,1,1 ], "components are assembled in the correct relative positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matchmark",1,2,1 ], "to stamp (an object) with matchmarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchstick",1,1,1 ], "the wooden part of a match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchwood",1,1,1 ], "wood suitable for making matches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matchwood",1,1,2 ], "splinters or fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,1 ], "the sexual partner of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,2 ], "a marriage partner|CATEGORY Informal, chiefly Brit| and Austral|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,3 ], "a friend, usually of the same sex: often used to any male in direct address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,3,2 ], "an associate, colleague, fellow sharer, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,4 ], "one of a pair of matching items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,4,1 ], "short for first mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,4,2 ], "any officer below the master on a commercial ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,4,3 ], "a warrant officer's assistant on a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,5 ], "(in some professions) an assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,1,6 ], "a suitable associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,2,1 ], "to pair (a male and female animal) or (of animals) to pair for reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,2,2 ], "to marry or join in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mate",1,3,1 ], "to join as a pair; match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matelass",1,1,1 ], "(in textiles) having a raised design, as quilting embossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matelot",1,1,1 ], "a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matelote",1,1,1 ], "fish served with a sauce of wine, onions, seasonings, and fish stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mater dolorosa",1,1,1 ], "the Virgin Mary sorrowing for the dead Christ, esp| as depicted in art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mater",1,1,1 ], "public school slang| a word for mother: often used facetiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materfamilias",1,1,1 ], "the mother of a family or the female head of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materia medica",1,1,1 ], "chemical properties of drugs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "materia medica",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the study of drugs used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materia medica",1,1,1 ], "treatment of disease: includes pharmacy, pharmacology, and the history and physical and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "materia medica",1,1,2 ], "the drugs used in the treatment of disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,1,1 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,1,1 ], "the substance of which a thing is made or composed; component or constituent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,1,2 ], "facts, etc|, that a finished work may be based on or derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,1,3 ], "cloth or fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,1,4 ], "a person who has qualities suitable for a given occupation, training, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or composed of physical substance; corporeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or affecting economic or physical well-being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,3 ], "of or concerned with physical rather than spiritual interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,4 ], "of great import or consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,5 ], "(often foll| by to) relevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,6 ], "of or relating to matter as opposed to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,7 ], "relevant to the issue before court: applied esp| to facts or testimony of much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "material",1,2,7 ], "significance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "materialism",1,1,1 ], "ethical values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "materialism",1,1,1 ], "interest in and desire for money, possessions, etc|, rather than spiritual or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materialism",1,1,2 ], "etc|, are merely functions of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "materialism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that matter is the only reality and that the mind, the emotions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materialism",1,1,3 ], "the rejection of any religious or supernatural account of things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materiality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being physical or material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materiality",1,1,2 ], "substance; matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materialize",1,1,1 ], "to become fact; actually happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materialize",1,1,2 ], "to invest or become invested with a physical shape or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materialize",1,1,3 ], "spirit) to appear in such form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "materialize",1,1,3 ], "to cause (a spirit, as of a dead person) to appear in material form or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materialize",1,2,1 ], "to take shape; become tangible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materially",1,1,1 ], "to a significant extent; considerably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materially",1,1,2 ], "with respect to material objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materially",1,1,3 ], "with respect to substance as distinct from form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materials",1,1,1 ], "the equipment necessary for a particular activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "materiel",1,1,1 ], "the materials and equipment of an organization, esp| of a military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maternal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, derived from, or characteristic of a mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maternal",1,1,2 ], "related through the mother's side of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maternity benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a payment (maternity allowance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maternity benefit",1,1,1 ], "made to a woman having a child, normally from 11 weeks before confinement for a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maternity benefit",1,1,1 ], "period of 18 weeks, in addition to a flat-rate benefit (maternity grant)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "maternity",1,1,1 ], "motherhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maternity",1,1,2 ], "the characteristics associated with motherhood; motherliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maternity",1,1,3 ], "relating to pregnant women or women at the time of childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matey",1,1,1 ], "friendly or intimate; on good terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matey",1,2,1 ], "friend or fellow: usually used in direct address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "math",1,1,1 ], "short for mathematics| Brit| equivalent: maths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematical expectation",1,1,1 ], "another name for expected value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematical logic",1,1,1 ], "another name for symbolic logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematical",1,1,1 ], "of, used in, or relating to mathematics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematical",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or using the precision of mathematics; exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematical",1,1,3 ], "using, determined by, or in accordance with the principles of mathematics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematician",1,1,1 ], "an expert or specialist in mathematics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematics",1,1,1 ], "a group of related sciences, including algebra, geometry, and calculus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematics",1,1,1 ], "concerned with the study of number, quantity, shape, and space and their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mathematics",1,1,1 ], "interrelationships by using a specialized notation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mathematics",1,1,2 ], "mathematical operations and processes involved in the solution of a problem or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mathematics",1,1,2 ], "study of some scientific field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maths",1,1,1 ], "short for mathematics| U|S| equivalent: math" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maths|",1,1,1 ], "mathematics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "math|",1,1,1 ], "mathematics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matin",1,1,1 ], "a daytime, esp| afternoon, performance of a play, concert, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matin",1,1,1 ], "a short coat for a baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matin",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to matins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matindol",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the 1930s and 1940s) an actor popular as a romantic figure among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matindol",1,1,1 ], "women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matins",1,1,1 ], "but now often recited with lauds at daybreak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matins",1,1,1 ], "the first of the seven canonical hours of prayer, originally observed at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matins",1,1,1,2 ], "the service of morning prayer in the Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matins",1,1,2 ], "a morning song, esp| of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matlo",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of matelot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matoke",1,1,1 ], "(in Uganda) the flesh of bananas boiled and mashed as a food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mator mate",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen tree, Ilex paraguariensis, cultivated in South America for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mator mate",1,1,1 ], "leaves, which contain caffeine: family Aquifoliaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mator mate",1,1,2 ], "a stimulating milky beverage made from the dried leaves of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrass",1,1,1 ], "a long-necked glass flask, used for distillation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matre d'htel butter",1,1,1 ], "melted butter mixed with parsley and lemon juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matre d'htel",1,1,1 ], "a head waiter or steward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matre d'htel",1,1,2 ], "the manager or owner of a hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matri-",1,1,1 ], "mother or motherhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriarch",1,1,1 ], "a woman who dominates an organization, community, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriarch",1,1,2 ], "the female head of a tribe or family, esp| in a matriarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriarch",1,1,3 ], "a very old or venerable woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriarchate",1,1,1 ], "a family or people under female domination or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriarchy",1,1,1 ], "a form of social organization in which a female is head of the family or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriarchy",1,1,1 ], "society, and descent and kinship are traced through the female line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matriarchy",1,1,2 ], "any society dominated by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matric",1,1,1 ], "short for matriculation ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrices",1,1,1 ], "the plural of matrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matricide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing one's own mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matricide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills his mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriclinous" ,1, 1, 1],"matroclinous, or matroclinaladj",1). c_DEF([ "matriclinous" ,1, 1, 2],"(of an animal or plant) showing the characters of the female parent",1). c_DEF([ "matriculate",1,1,1 ], "(m@@!tr$Ikj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriculate",1,1,2 ], "to enrol or be enrolled in an institution, esp| a college or university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriculate",1,2,1 ], "to attain the academic standard required for a course at such an institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriculate",1,3,1 ], "(m@@!tr$Ikj$ul$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriculate",1,3,2 ], "a person who has matriculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriculation",1,1,1 ], "the process of matriculating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriculation",1,1,2 ], "(in Great Britain) a former school examination, now replaced by the General" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matriculation",1,1,2 ], "Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrilineal",1,1,1 ], "relating to descent or kinship through the female line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrilocal",1,1,1 ], "denoting, having, or relating to a marriage pattern in which the couple live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrilocal",1,1,1 ], "with the wife's family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrimonial",1,1,1 ], "relating to marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrimony vine",1,1,1 ], "any of various shrubs of the solanaceous genus Lycium, cultivated for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrimony vine",1,1,1 ], "purple flowers and colourful berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrimony",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrimony",1,1,2 ], "the ceremony or sacrament of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrimony",1,1,2,1 ], "a card game in which the king and queen together are a winning combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrimony",1,1,2,2 ], "such a combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,1 ], "a substance, situation, or environment in which something has its origin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,1 ], "takes form, or is enclosed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,2 ], "develops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,2 ], "the thick tissue at the base of a nail from which a fingernail or toenail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,3 ], "the intercellular substance of bone, cartilage, connective tissue, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,3,1 ], "a metal mould for casting type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,3,1 ], "the rock material in which fossils, pebbles, etc|, are embedded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,3,2 ], "a papier-mache or plastic mould impressed from the forme and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,3,2 ], "stereotyping| Sometimes shortened to mat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,3,2 ], "the material in which a mineral is embedded; gangue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,4 ], "a mould used in the production of gramophone records| It is obtained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,4 ], "electrodeposition onto the master" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,5 ], "a bed of perforated material placed beneath a workpiece in a press or stamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,5 ], "machine against which the punch operates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,5,1 ], "the shaped cathode used in electroforming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,5,2 ], "the metal constituting the major part of an alloy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,5,3 ], "are embedded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,5,3 ], "the soft metal in a plain bearing in which the hard particles of surface metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,6 ], "a rectangular array of elements set out in rows and columns, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,6 ], "facilitate the solution of problems, such as the transformation of coordinates| Usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,6 ], "indicated by parentheses: (%a\d,%b\e,%c\f)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,7 ], "a rectangular array of circuit elements usually used to generate one set of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,7 ], "signals from another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matrix",1,1,8 ], "the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matroclinous",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of matriclinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matron of honour",1,1,1 ], "a married woman serving as chief attendant to a bride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matron of honour",1,1,2 ], "a married woman, usually a member of the nobility, who attends a queen or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matron of honour",1,1,2 ], "princess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matron",1,1,1 ], "a married woman regarded as staid or dignified, esp| a middle-aged woman with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matron",1,1,1 ], "children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matron",1,1,2 ], "a woman in charge of the domestic or medical arrangements in an institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matron",1,1,3 ], "a wardress in a prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matron",1,1,4 ], "the administrative head of the nursing staff in a hospital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matronage",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a matron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matronage",1,1,2 ], "supervision or care by a matron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matronage",1,1,3 ], "matrons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matronly",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or suitable for a matron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matronymic",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for metronymic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matt",1,3,1 ], "variant spellings of mat'2 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattamore",1,1,1 ], "a subterranean storehouse or dwelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matte",1,1,1 ], "an impure fused material consisting of metal sulphides produced during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matte",1,1,1 ], "smelting of a sulphide ore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matted",1,1,1 ], "tangled into a thick mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matted",1,1,2 ], "covered with or formed of matting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter of course" ,1, 1, 1],"an event or result that is natural or inevitable",1). c_DEF([ "matter of fact" ,1, 1, 1],"a fact that is undeniably true",1). c_DEF([ "matter of fact" ,1, 1, 2],"a statement of facts the truth of which the court must determine on the basis",1). c_DEF([ "matter of fact" ,1, 1, 2],"of the evidence before it: contrasted with ,matter of law, matter of opinion",2). c_DEF([ "matter of fact" ,1, 1, 3],"as a matter of fact| actually; in fact",1). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,1 ], "that which makes up something, esp| a physical object; material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,10 ], "for that matter| as regards that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,11 ], "grey matter| Informal| intellectual ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,12 ], "no matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,12,1 ], "regardless of; irrespective of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,12,2 ], "it is unimportant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,13 ], "the matter| wrong; the trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,2 ], "substance that occupies space and has mass, as distinguished from substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,2 ], "that is mental, spiritual, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,3 ], "substance of a specified type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,4 ], "(sometimes foll| by of or for) thing; affair; concern; question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,5 ], "a quantity or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,6 ], "the content of written or verbal material as distinct from its style or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,7 ], "importance; consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,7,1 ], "(in the writings of Aristotle and the Scholastics)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,8 ], "that which is itself formless but can receive form and become substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,8,1 ], "type set up, either standing or for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,8,2 ], "copy to be set in type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,8,2 ], "that which is organized into chemical substances and living things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,8,3 ], "(in the Cartesian tradition) one of two basic modes of existence, the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,8,3 ], "being mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,9 ], "a secretion or discharge, such as pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,9,1 ], "something to be proved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,1,9,2 ], "statements or allegations to be considered by a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,2,1 ], "to be of consequence or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matter",1,2,2 ], "to form and discharge pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattery",1,1,1 ], "discharging pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matting",1,1,1 ], "a coarsely woven fabric, usually made of a natural fibre such as straw or hemp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matting",1,1,1 ], "and used as a floor covering, packing material, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matting",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of making mats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matting",1,1,3 ], "material for mats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matting",2,1,1 ], "another word for mat'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matting",2,1,2 ], "the process of producing a mat finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattins",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of matins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattock",1,1,1 ], "a type of large pick that has one end of its blade shaped like an adze, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattock",1,1,1 ], "for loosening soil, cutting roots, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mattoid",1,1,1 ], "a person displaying eccentric behaviour and mental characteristics that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattoid",1,1,1 ], "approach the psychotic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mattrass",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of matrass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,1 ], "a large flat pad with a strong cover, filled with straw, foam rubber, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,1 ], "and often incorporating coiled springs, used as a bed or as part of a bed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,2 ], "a woven mat of brushwood, poles, etc|, used to protect an embankment, dyke," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,2 ], "etc|, from scour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,3 ], "a concrete or steel raft or slab used as a foundation or footing| Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,3 ], "shortened to mat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,4 ], "a network of reinforcing rods or expanded metal sheeting, used in reinforced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,4 ], "concrete" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mattress",1,1,5 ], "another name for blinding ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturate",1,1,1 ], "to mature or bring to maturity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for suppurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturation",1,1,1 ], "the process of maturing or ripening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturation",1,1,2 ], "testis, involving meiosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maturation",1,1,2 ], "the development of ova and spermatozoa from precursor cells in the ovary and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturation",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for suppuration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,1 ], "relatively advanced physically, mentally, emotionally, etc|; grown-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,2 ], "(of plans, theories, etc|) fully considered; perfected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,3 ], "due or payable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,3,1 ], "fully developed or differentiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,3,2 ], "fully grown; adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,4 ], "(of fruit, wine, cheese, etc|) ripe or fully aged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,5 ], "(of a river valley or land surface) in the middle stage of the cycle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,1,5 ], "erosion, characterized by meanders, maximum relief, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,2,1 ], "to make or become mature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mature",1,3,1 ], "(of notes, bonds, etc|) to become due for payment or repayment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being mature; full development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturity",1,1,1,1 ], "repayment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maturity",1,1,1,1 ], "the date upon which a bill of exchange, bond, note, etc|, becomes due for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maturity",1,1,1,2 ], "the state of a bill, note, etc|, when due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matutinal",1,1,1 ], "of, occurring in, or during the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matzo",1,1,1 ], "a large brittle very thin biscuit of unleavened bread, traditionally eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "matzo",1,1,1 ], "during the Jewish Passover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "matzoon",1,1,1 ], "a fermented milk product similar to yoghurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mat|",1,1,1 ], "matinee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mauby",1,1,1 ], "(in the E Caribbean) a bittersweet drink made from the bark of a rhamnaceous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mauby",1,1,1 ], "tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maud",1,1,1 ], "a shawl or rug of grey wool plaid worn in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maudlin",1,1,1 ], "foolishly tearful or sentimental, as when drunk, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maugre",1,1,1 ], "in spite of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maul",1,1,1 ], "to handle clumsily; paw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maul",1,1,2 ], "to batter or lacerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maul",1,2,1 ], "a heavy two-handed hammer suitable for driving piles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maul",1,2,2 ], "a loose scrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maulers",1,1,1 ], "the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maulstick",1,1,1 ], "a long stick used by artists to steady the hand holding the brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maumet",1,1,1 ], "a false god; idol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maun",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| dialect word for must" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maund",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight used in Asia, esp| India, having different values in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maund",1,1,1 ], "different localities| A common value in India is 82 pounds or 37 kilograms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maunder",1,1,1 ], "to move, talk, or act aimlessly or idly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maundy",1,1,1 ], "Thursday" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "maundy",1,1,1 ], "the ceremonial washing of the feet of poor persons in commemoration of Jesus'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maundy",1,1,1 ], "washing of his disciples' feet (John 13:4-34) re-enacted in some churches on Maundy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maungy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maungy",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a child) sulky, bad-tempered, or peevish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mausoleum",1,1,1 ], "a large stately tomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mauvais quart d'heure",1,1,1 ], "a brief unpleasant experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mauve",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various pale to moderate pinkish-purple or bluish-purple colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mauve",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mauve",1,1,2 ], "a reddish-purple aniline dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maverick",1,1,1 ], "(in U|S| cattle-raising regions) an unbranded animal, esp| a stray calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maverick",1,1,1,1 ], "a person of independent or unorthodox views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maverick",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mavis",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for the song thrush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mavourneen",1,1,1 ], "my darling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maw",1,1,1 ], "the mouth, throat, crop, or stomach of an animal, esp| of a voracious animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maw",1,1,2 ], "the mouth or stomach of a greedy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mawger",1,1,1 ], "(of persons or animals) thin or lean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mawkin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of malkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mawkin",1,1,1,1 ], "a slovenly woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mawkin",1,1,1,2 ], "a scarecrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mawkish",1,1,1 ], "falsely sentimental, esp| in a weak or maudlin way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mawkish",1,1,2 ], "nauseating or insipid in flavour, smell, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mawsie",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a woollen jersey, cardigan, or vest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxi",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxi",1,1,2 ], "reaching the ankle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxi",1,1,2,2 ], "she wore a maxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxi",1,1,2,3 ], "a maxidress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxi",1,1,3 ], "large or considerable in size for its type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxilla",1,1,1 ], "the upper jawbone in vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxilla",1,1,2 ], "any member of one or two pairs of mouthparts in insects and other arthropods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxilla",1,1,2 ], "used as accessory jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maxilliped",1,1,1 ], "any member of three pairs of appendages in crustaceans, behind the maxillae:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxilliped",1,1,1 ], "specialized for feeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maxim",1,1,1 ], "a brief expression of a general truth, principle, or rule of conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxima",1,1,1 ], "a plural of maximum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or achieving a maximum; being the greatest or best possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximal",1,1,2 ], "(of a member of an ordered set) being preceded, in order, by all other members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximal",1,1,2 ], "of the set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maximalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who favours direct action to achieve all his goals and rejects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximalist",1,1,1 ], "compromise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maximin",1,1,1 ], "the highest of a set of minimum values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximin",1,1,2 ], "(in games theory, etc|) the procedure of choosing the strategy that most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximin",1,1,2 ], "benefits the least advantaged member of a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maximize",1,1,1 ], "to make as high or great as possible; increase to a maximum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximize",1,1,2 ], "to find the maximum of (a function)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum likelihood",1,1,1 ], "a technique for estimation and hypothesis-testing concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum likelihood",1,1,1 ], "formulation of an estimator giving greatest likelihood to the variable's observed values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,1 ], "the greatest possible amount, degree, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,2 ], "the highest value of a variable quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,2,1 ], "a value of a function that is greater than any neighbouring value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,2,1 ], "the time at which the brightness of a variable star has its greatest value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,2,2 ], "a stationary point on a curve at which the tangent changes from a positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,2,2 ], "the magnitude of the star at that time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,2,2 ], "value on the left of this point to a negative value on the right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,1,2,3 ], "the largest number in a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximum",1,2,1 ], "of, being, or showing a maximum or maximums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maximus",1,1,1 ], "a method rung on twelve bells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxisingle",1,1,1 ], "an EP or small LP" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxixe",1,1,1 ], "a Brazilian dance in duple time, a precursor of the tango" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maxwell",1,1,1 ], "normal to a field of one gauss| It is equivalent to 10'-'8 weber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "maxwell",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of magnetic flux equal to the flux through one square centimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "max|",1,1,1 ], "maximum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may tree",1,1,1 ], "a Brit| name for hawthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,10 ], "that's as may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,11 ], "(foll| by a clause introduced by but) that may be so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,2 ], "to indicate that permission is requested by or granted to someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by well) to indicate possibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,4 ], "to indicate ability or capacity, esp| in questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,5 ], "to express a strong wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,6 ], "that: he writes so that the average reader may understand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,6 ], "to indicate result or purpose: used only in clauses introduced by that or so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,7 ], "to express courtesy in a question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,8 ], "be that as it may| in spite of that: a sentence connector conceding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,8 ], "possible truth of a previous statement and introducing an adversative clause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "may",1,1,9 ], "come what may| whatever happens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for maiden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "may",3,1,1 ], "a Brit| name for hawthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maya",1,1,1 ], "illusion, esp| the material world of the senses regarded as illusory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maybe",1,1,1,1 ], "perhaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maybe",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maybe",1,2,1 ], "possibly; neither yes nor no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayest",1,1,1 ], "a variant of mayst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayflower",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants that bloom in May" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayflower",1,1,2 ], "another name for trailing arbutus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayflower",1,1,3 ], "another name for hawthorn, cowslip, or marsh marigold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayfly",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the order Ephemeroptera (or Ephemerida)| The short-lived adults," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayfly",1,1,1 ], "are aquatic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mayfly",1,1,1 ], "found near water, have long tail appendages and large transparent wings; the larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mayfly",1,1,2 ], "an artificial fly resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayhap",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for perhaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayhem",1,1,1 ], "against attack" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mayhem",1,1,1 ], "the injuring or removing of a limb rendering him less capable of defending himself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mayhem",1,1,1 ], "the wilful and unlawful infliction of injury upon a person, esp| (formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayhem",1,1,2 ], "any violent destruction or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of may not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayonnaise",1,1,1 ], "a thick creamy sauce made from egg yolks, oil, and vinegar or lemon juice," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayonnaise",1,1,1 ], "eaten with salads, eggs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mayor",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: provost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mayor",1,1,1 ], "the chief officer of a municipal corporation in many countries| Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayoralty",1,1,1 ], "the office or term of office of a mayor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayoress",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a mayor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayoress",1,1,2 ], "a female mayor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maypole",1,1,1 ], "a tall pole fixed upright in an open space during May-Day celebrations, around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maypole",1,1,1 ], "which people dance holding streamers attached at its head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mayst",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayst",1,1,1 ], "present tense of may" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mayweed",1,1,1 ], "a widespread Eurasian weedy plant, Anthemis cotula, having evil-smelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayweed",1,1,1 ], "leaves and daisy-like flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mayweed",1,1,2 ], "scentless mayweed| a similar and related plant, Tripleurospermum maritimum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mayweed",1,1,2 ], "with scentless leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mazard",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for the head or skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mazard",1,1,2 ], "another word for mazer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "maze" ,1, 1, 1],"a complex network of paths or passages, esp| one with high hedges in a garden,",1). c_DEF([ "maze" ,1, 1, 1],"designed to puzzle those walking through it",2). c_DEF([ "maze" ,1, 1, 2],"a similar system represented diagrammatically as a pattern of lines",1). c_DEF([ "maze" ,1, 1, 3],"any confusing network of streets, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "maze" ,1, 1, 4],"a state of confusion",1). c_DEF([ "mazer" ,1, 1, 1],"mazard, or mazzard n| Obsolete",1). c_DEF([ "mazer" ,1, 1, 2],"a large hardwood drinking bowl",1). c_DEF([ "mazuma",1,1,1 ], "money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mazurka",1,1,1 ], "a Polish national dance in triple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mazurka",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mazy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mazy",1,1,2 ], "of or like a maze; perplexing or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mazzard",1,1,1 ], "a wild sweet cherry tree, Prunus avium, often used as a grafting stock for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mazzard",1,1,1 ], "cultivated cherries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mb",1,1,1 ], "millibar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mdse|",1,1,1 ], "merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "me",1,1,1 ], "refers to the speaker or writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "me",1,1,2 ], "a dialect word for myself when used as an indirect object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "me",1,2,1 ], "the personality of the speaker or writer or something that expresses it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "me",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mea culpa",1,1,1 ], "an acknowledgment of guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mead",1,1,1 ], "a wine made by fermenting a solution of honey, often with spices added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mead",2,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for meadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow fescue",1,1,1 ], "an erect Eurasian perennial grass, Festuca pratensis, with lustrous leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow fescue",1,1,1 ], "stem bases surrounded by dark brown sheaths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meadow grass",1,1,1 ], "a perennial grass, Poa pratensis, that has erect hairless leaves and grows in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow grass",1,1,1 ], "meadows and similar places in N temperate regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meadow lily",1,1,1 ], "another name for Canada lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow mouse",1,1,1 ], "another name for a vole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow mushroom",1,1,1 ], "a saprophytic agaricaceous edible fungus, Agaricus (or Psalliota)campestris," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow mushroom",1,1,1 ], "having a white cap with pink or brown gills on the underside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meadow pipit",1,1,1 ], "a common European songbird, Anthus pratensis, with a pale brown speckled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow pipit",1,1,1 ], "plumage: family Motacillidae (pipits and wagtails)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meadow rue",1,1,1 ], "any ranunculaceous plant of the N temperate genus Thalictrum, esp| T| flavum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow rue",1,1,1 ], "having clusters of small yellowish-green, white, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meadow saffron",1,1,1 ], "another name for autumn crocus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow",1,1,1 ], "an area of grassland, often used for hay or for grazing of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadow",1,1,2 ], "a low-lying piece of grassland, often boggy and near a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadowlark",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American yellow-breasted songbirds, Sturnella magna or S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadowlark",1,1,1 ], "neglecta family Icteridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meadowlark",1,1,2 ], "(American orioles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadowsweet",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rosaceous plant, Filipendula ulmaria, with dense heads of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadowsweet",1,1,1 ], "fragrant cream-coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meadowsweet",1,1,2 ], "any of several North American rosaceous plants of the genus Spiraea, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meadowsweet",1,1,2 ], "pyramid-shaped sprays of small flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meagre",1,1,1 ], "deficient in amount, quality, or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meagre",1,1,2 ], "thin or emaciated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meagre",1,1,3 ], "lacking in richness or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal ticket",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| equivalent of luncheon voucher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal ticket",1,1,2 ], "a person, situation, etc|, providing a source of livelihood or income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the regular occasions, such as breakfast, lunch, dinner, etc|, when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal",1,1,1,1 ], "food is served and eaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meal",1,1,1,2 ], "mealtime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal",1,1,2 ], "the food served and eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal",1,1,3 ], "make a meal of| Informal| to perform (a task) with unnecessarily great effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal",2,1,1 ], "powder, used chiefly as animal food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meal",2,1,1 ], "the edible part of a grain or pulse (excluding wheat) ground to a coarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal",2,1,2 ], "oatmeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meal",2,1,3 ], "maize flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealie meal",1,1,1 ], "finely ground maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealie",1,1,1 ], "an ear of maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealies",1,1,1 ], "a South African word for maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealworm",1,1,1 ], "on meal, flour, and similar stored foods: family Tenebrionidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mealworm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of various beetles of the genus Tenebrio, esp| T| molitor, feeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy bug",1,1,1 ], "and greenhouse plants: family Pseudococcidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mealy bug",1,1,1 ], "any plant-eating homopterous insect of the genus Pseudococcus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy bug",1,1,1 ], "genera, coated with a powdery waxy secretion: some species are pests of citrus fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mealy",1,1,1 ], "mealier, mealiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy",1,1,2 ], "resembling meal; powdery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy",1,1,3 ], "containing or consisting of meal or grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy",1,1,4 ], "sprinkled or covered with meal or similar granules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy",1,1,5 ], "(esp| of horses) spotted; mottled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy",1,1,6 ], "pale in complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy",1,1,7 ], "short for mealy-mouthed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mealy-mouthed",1,1,1 ], "hesitant or afraid to speak plainly; not outspoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean deviation",1,1,1 ], "the difference between an observed value of a variable and its mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean deviation",1,1,2 ], ", average deviation| a measure of dispersion derived by computing the mean of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean deviation",1,1,2 ], "the absolute values of the differences between observed values of a variable and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean deviation",1,1,2 ], "the variable's mean" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mean distance",1,1,1 ], "primary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean distance",1,1,1 ], "the average of the greatest and least distances of a celestial body from its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean free path",1,1,1 ], "the average distance travelled by a particle, atom, etc|, between collisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean life",1,1,1 ], "half-life divided by 0|693 15| Symbol: t" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mean life",1,1,1 ], "nucleus, elementary particle, charge carrier, etc|; lifetime| It is equal to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean life",1,1,1 ], "the average time of existence of an unstable or reactive entity, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean solar day",1,1,1 ], "at noon| It is the standard for the 24-hour day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean solar day",1,1,1 ], "the time between two successive passages of the mean sun across the meridian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean sun",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary sun moving along the celestial equator at a constant speed and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean sun",1,1,1 ], "at a varying speed| It is used in the measurement of mean solar time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mean sun",1,1,1 ], "completing its annual course in the same time as the sun takes to move round the ecliptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean time",1,1,1 ], "sun, giving 24-hour days (mean solar days) throughout a year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean time",1,1,1 ], "the times, at a particular place, measured in terms of the passage of the mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to intend to convey or express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,1,2 ], "intend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,1,3 ], "to say or do in all seriousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,1,4 ], "to destine or design (for a certain person or purpose)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,1,5 ], "to denote or connote; signify; represent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,1,6 ], "to produce; cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,1,7 ], "to have the importance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,2,1 ], "mean ill)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,2,1 ], "to have the intention of behaving or acting (esp| in the phrases mean well or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,2,2 ], "mean business| to be serious about something, even to the point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",1,2,2 ], "ruthlessness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,1 ], "miserly, ungenerous, or petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,2 ], "unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,3 ], "despicable, ignoble, or callous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,4 ], "poor or shabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,5 ], "bad-tempered; vicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,6 ], "ashamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,7 ], "unwell; in low spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,8 ], "excellent; skilful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,9 ], "no mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,9,1 ], "of high quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",2,1,9,2 ], "difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,1,1 ], "the middle point, state, or course between limits or extremes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,1,2 ], "moderation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,1,2,1 ], "the second and third terms of a proportion, as b and c in a/b = c/d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,1,2,2 ], "another name for average ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,1,3 ], "a statistic obtained by multiplying each possible value of a variable by its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,1,3 ], "probability and then taking the sum or integral over the range of the variable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,2,1 ], "intermediate or medium in size, quantity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mean",3,2,2 ], "occurring halfway between extremes or limits; average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meander",1,1,1 ], "to follow a winding course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meander",1,1,2 ], "to wander without definite aim or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meander",1,2,1 ], "a curve or bend, as in a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meander",1,2,2 ], "a winding course or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meander",1,2,3 ], "an ornamental pattern, esp| as used in ancient Greek architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaning",1,1,1 ], "or lexical content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meaning",1,1,1 ], "the sense or significance of a word, sentence, symbol, etc|; import; semantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaning",1,1,2 ], "the purpose underlying or intended by speech, action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaning",1,1,3 ], "the inner, symbolic, or true interpretation, value, or message" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaning",1,1,4 ], "valid content; efficacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaning",1,2,1 ], "expressive of some sense, intention, criticism, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaningful",1,1,1 ], "having great meaning or validity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaningless",1,1,1 ], "futile or empty of meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means of production",1,1,1 ], "(in Marxist theory) the raw materials and means of labour (tools, machines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means of production",1,1,1 ], "etc|) employed in the production process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "means test",1,1,1 ], "a test involving the checking of a person's income to determine whether he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means test",1,1,1 ], "qualifies for financial or social aid from a government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "means",1,1,1 ], "the medium, method, or instrument used to obtain a result or achieve an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means",1,1,2 ], "resources or income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means",1,1,3 ], "considerable wealth or income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means",1,1,4 ], "by all means| without hesitation or doubt; certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means",1,1,5 ], "by means of| with the use or help of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means",1,1,6 ], "by no manner of means| definitely not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "means",1,1,7 ], "by no means| on no account; in no way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meant",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of mean'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meantime",1,1,1 ], "meantime)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meantime",1,1,1 ], "the intervening time or period, as between events (esp| in the phrase in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meantime",1,2,1 ], "another word for meanwhile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meanwhile",1,1,1 ], "during the intervening time, period, or interval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meanwhile",1,1,2 ], "at the same time, esp| in another place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meanwhile",1,2,1 ], "another word for meantime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meany",1,1,1 ], "a miserly or stingy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meany",1,1,2 ], "a nasty ill-tempered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measled",1,1,1 ], "(of cattle, sheep, or pigs) infested with tapeworm larvae measly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measles",1,1,1 ], "a highly contagious viral disease common in children, characterized by fever," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measles",1,1,1 ], "profuse nasal discharge of mucus, conjunctivitis, and a rash of small red spots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "measles",1,1,1 ], "spreading from the forehead down to the limbs| Technical names: morbilli, rubeola" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "measles",1,1,2 ], "a disease of cattle, sheep, and pigs, caused by infestation with tapeworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measles",1,1,2 ], "larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "measly",1,1,1 ], "slier, sliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measly",1,1,2 ], "meagre in quality or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measly",1,1,3 ], "(of meat) measled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measly",1,1,4 ], "having or relating to measles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measurable",1,1,1 ], "able to be measured; perceptible or significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure off",1,1,1 ], "to determine the limits of mark out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure out",1,1,1 ], "to pour or dole out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure out",1,1,2 ], "to administer; mete out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure up",1,1,1 ], "to determine the size, etc|, (of) by measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure up",1,1,2 ], "measure up to| to fulfil (expectations, standards, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,1 ], "measurement or calculation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,1 ], "the extent, quantity, amount, or degree of something, as determined by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,10 ], "a legislative bill, act, or resolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,11 ], "another word for bar'1 (sense 15a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,12 ], "poetic rhythm or cadence; metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,13 ], "a metrical foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,14 ], "a melody or tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,15 ], "the act of measuring; measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,16 ], "a dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,17 ], "the width of a page or column of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,18 ], "for good measure| as an extra precaution or beyond requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,19 ], "made to measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,2 ], "a device for measuring distance, volume, etc|, such as a graduated scale or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,2 ], "container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,20 ], "(of clothes) made to fit an individual purchaser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,3 ], "a system of measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,4 ], "a standard used in a system of measurements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,5 ], "a specific or standard amount of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,6 ], "a basis or standard for comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,7 ], "reasonable or permissible limit or bounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,8 ], "degree or extent (often in phrases such as in some measure, in a measure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,8 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,1,9 ], "a particular action intended to achieve an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,10,1 ], "to allow or yield to measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,10,2 ], "measure one's length| to fall flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,2,1 ], "to determine the size, amount, etc|, of by measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,3,1 ], "to make a measurement or measurements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,4,1 ], "to estimate or determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,5,1 ], "to function as a measurement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,6,1 ], "to bring into competition or conflict with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,7,1 ], "to be as specified in extent, amount, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,8,1 ], "to travel or move over as if measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measure",1,9,1 ], "to adjust or choose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measured",1,1,1 ], "determined by measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measured",1,1,2 ], "slow, stately, or leisurely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measured",1,1,3 ], "carefully considered; deliberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measureless",1,1,1 ], "limitless, vast, or infinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measurement ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton'1 ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measurement",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measurement",1,1,2 ], "an amount, extent, or size determined by measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measurement",1,1,3 ], "a system of measures based on a particular standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measures",1,1,1 ], "deposit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "measures",1,1,1 ], "rock strata that are characterized by a particular type of sediment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measuring cup",1,1,1 ], "a graduated cup used in cooking to measure ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "measuring worm",1,1,1 ], "and moves in a series of loops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "measuring worm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of a geometrid moth: it has legs on its front and rear segments only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meas|",1,1,1 ], "measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meat",1,1,1 ], "fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meat",1,1,1 ], "the flesh of mammals used as food, as distinguished from that of birds and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meat",1,1,2 ], "anything edible, esp| flesh with the texture of meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meat",1,1,3 ], "food, as opposed to drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meat",1,1,4 ], "the essence or gist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meat",1,1,5 ], "an archaic word for meal ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meat",1,1,6 ], "meat and drink| a source of pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meatball",1,1,1 ], "minced beef, shaped into a ball before cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meatball",1,1,2 ], "a stupid or boring person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meatus",1,1,1 ], "a natural opening or channel, such as the canal leading from the outer ear to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meatus",1,1,1 ], "the eardrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meaty",1,1,1 ], "meatier, meatiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaty",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or full of meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaty",1,1,3 ], "heavily built; fleshy or brawny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meaty",1,1,4 ], "full of import or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mecamylamine",1,1,1 ], "a drug administered orally to lower high blood pressure| Formula: C11H21N|HCl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanic",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in maintaining or operating machinery, motors, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanic",1,1,2 ], "a common labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical advantage",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the working force exerted by a mechanism to the applied effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical drawing",1,1,1 ], "a drawing to scale of a machine, machine component, architectural plan, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical drawing",1,1,1 ], "from which dimensions can be taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical engineering",1,1,1 ], "operation of machines and machinery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical engineering",1,1,1 ], "the branch of engineering concerned with the design, construction, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical equivalent of heat",1,1,1 ], "4|1855 joules per calorie| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical equivalent of heat",1,1,1 ], "a factor for converting units of energy into heat units| It has the value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical instrument",1,1,1 ], "a musical instrument, such as a barrel organ or music box, that plays a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical instrument",1,1,1 ], "preselected piece of music by mechanical means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical",1,1,1 ], "made, performed, or operated by or as if by a machine or machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical",1,1,2 ], "concerned with machines or machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical",1,1,3 ], "relating to or controlled or operated by physical forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical",1,1,4 ], "of or concerned with mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical",1,1,5 ], "(of a gesture, etc|) automatic; lacking thought, feeling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical",1,1,6 ], "accounting for phenomena by physically determining forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanical",1,2,1 ], "another name for camera-ready copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanician",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in making machinery and tools; technician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanics",1,1,1 ], "concerned with the equilibrium or motion of bodies in a particular frame of reference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science, divided into statics, dynamics, and kinematics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanics",1,1,2 ], "the science of designing, constructing, and operating machines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanics",1,1,3 ], "the working parts of a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanics",1,1,4 ], "the technical aspects of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,1 ], "a system or structure of moving parts that performs some function, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,1 ], "machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a machine in the arrangement and working of its parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,3 ], "any form of mechanical device or any part of such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,4 ], "a process or technique, esp| of execution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,5 ], "the attempt to explain phenomena in mechanical terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,5,1 ], "the ways in which psychological forces interact and operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,5,2 ], "a structure having an influence on the behaviour of a person, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanism",1,1,5,2 ], "defence mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanist",1,1,1 ], "a person who accepts a mechanistic philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanist",1,1,2 ], "another name for a mechanician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the theory of mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanistic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanize",1,1,1 ], "to equip (a factory, etc|) with machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanize",1,1,2 ], "to make mechanical, automatic, or monotonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanize",1,1,3 ], "to equip (an army, etc|) with motorized or armoured vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mechanotherapy",1,1,1 ], "devices that provide exercise for bodily parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mechanotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of disorders or injuries by means of mechanical devices, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mech|",1,1,1 ], "mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mech|",1,1,2 ], "mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mech|",1,1,3 ], "mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meck",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a small coin, formerly a halfpenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meconium",1,1,1 ], "infant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meconium",1,1,1 ], "the dark green mucoid material that forms the first faeces of a newborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meconium",1,1,2 ], "opium or the juice from the opium poppy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medal play",1,1,1 ], "another name for stroke play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medal" ,1, 3, 1],"(tr|) to honour with a medal| &-medallic (m$Idl$Ik)",1). c_DEF([ "medal",1,1,1 ], "a small flat piece of metal bearing an inscription or image, given as an award" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medal",1,1,1 ], "or commemoration of some outstanding event, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medal",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to honour with a medal| &-medallic (m$I!dl$Ik)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medallion",1,1,1 ], "a large medal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medallion",1,1,2 ], "an oval or circular decorative device resembling a medal, usually bearing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medallion",1,1,2 ], "portrait or relief moulding, used in architecture and textile design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medallist",1,1,1 ], "a designer, maker, or collector of medals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medallist",1,1,2 ], "a winner or recipient of a medal or medals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meddle",1,1,1 ], "to interfere officiously or annoyingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meddle",1,2,1 ], "to involve oneself unwarrantedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meddlesome",1,1,1 ], "intrusive or meddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "media",1,1,1 ], "a plural of medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "media",1,1,2 ], "the mass media collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "media",2,1,1 ], "the middle layer of the wall of a blood or lymph vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "media",2,1,2 ], "one of the main veins in the wing of an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "media",2,1,2,1 ], "a consonant whose articulation lies midway between that of a voiced and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "media",2,1,2,1 ], "breathed speech sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "media",2,1,2,2 ], "a consonant pronounced with weak voice, as c in French second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediacy",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being mediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediacy",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for mediation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediaeval",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medial",1,1,1 ], "of or situated in the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medial",1,1,2 ], "ordinary or average in size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medial",1,1,3 ], "relating to an average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medial",1,1,4 ], "another word for median 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medial",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to a media" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medial",1,2,1 ], "a speech sound between being fortis and lenis; media" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median strip",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for central reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, situated in, or directed towards the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the plane that divides an organism or organ into symmetrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,1,2 ], "parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the median" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,1 ], "a middle point, plane, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,1,1 ], "a straight line joining one vertex of a triangle to the midpoint of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,1,1 ], "opposite side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,1,2 ], "a straight line joining the midpoints of the nonparallel sides of a trapezium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,2 ], "the middle value in a frequency distribution, below and above which lie values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,2 ], "with equal total frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,3 ], "of numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,3 ], "the middle number or average of the two middle numbers in an ordered sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "median",1,2,4 ], "the Canadian word for central reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediant",1,1,1,1 ], "the third degree of a minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediastinum",1,1,1 ], "a membrane between two parts of an organ or cavity such as the pleural tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediastinum",1,1,1 ], "between the two lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mediastinum",1,1,2 ], "heart, trachea, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mediastinum",1,1,2 ], "the part of the thoracic cavity that lies between the lungs, containing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,2,1 ], "agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,2,1 ], "to intervene (between parties or in a dispute) in order to bring about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,2,2 ], "to bring about (an agreement)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,2,3 ], "to bring about (an agreement) between parties in a dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,2,4 ], "to resolve (differences) by mediation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,3,1 ], "to be in a middle or intermediate position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,4,1 ], "information, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,4,1 ], "to serve as a medium for causing (a result) or transferring (objects," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,5,1 ], "occurring as a result of or dependent upon mediation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediate",1,5,2 ], "a rare word for intermediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediation",1,1,1 ], "the act of mediating; intercession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediation",1,1,2 ], "an attempt to reconcile disputed matters arising between states, esp| by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediation",1,1,2 ], "friendly intervention of a neutral power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mediatize",1,1,1 ], "title and some authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mediatize",1,1,1 ], "to annex (a state) to another state, allowing the former ruler to retain his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medic",1,1,1 ], "a doctor, medical orderly, or medical student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medic",2,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of medick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicable",1,1,1 ], "potentially able to be treated or cured medically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical certificate",1,1,1 ], "a document stating the result of a satisfactory medical examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical certificate",1,1,2 ], "a doctor's certificate giving evidence of a person's unfitness for work," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical certificate",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medical examination",1,1,1 ], "an examination carried out to determine the physical fitness of an applicant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical examination",1,1,1 ], "for a job, life insurance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medical examiner",1,1,1 ], "a medical expert, usually a physician, employed by a state or local government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical examiner",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "medical examiner",1,1,1 ], "to determine the cause of sudden death in cases of suspected violence, suicide," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medical examiner",1,1,2 ], "a physician who carries out medical examinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical jurisprudence",1,1,1 ], "another name for forensic medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical",1,1,1 ], "drugs, etc|, as opposed to surgery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the science of medicine or to the treatment of patients by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for medicinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medical",1,2,1 ], "a medical examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicament",1,1,1 ], "a medicine or remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicate",1,1,1 ], "to cover or impregnate (a wound, etc|) with an ointment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicate",1,1,2 ], "to treat (a patient) with a medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicate",1,1,3 ], "to add a medication to (a bandage, shampoo, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medication",1,1,1 ], "treatment with drugs or remedies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medication",1,1,2 ], "a drug or remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicinal leech",1,1,1 ], "a large European freshwater leech, Hirudo medicinalis, formerly used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicinal leech",1,1,1 ], "medical bloodletting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medicinal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having therapeutic properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicinal",1,2,1 ], "a medicinal substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine ball",1,1,1 ], "a heavy ball used for physical training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine chest",1,1,1 ], "a small chest or cupboard for storing medicines, bandages, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine lodge",1,1,1 ], "North American Indian peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medicine lodge",1,1,1 ], "a wooden structure used for magical and religious ceremonies among certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine man",1,1,1 ], "(among certain peoples, esp| North American Indians) a person believed to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine man",1,1,1 ], "supernatural powers of healing a magician or sorcerer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medicine shop",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a Chinese chemist's shop where traditional herbs are sold as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine shop",1,1,1 ], "well as modern drugs|It is not, however, a dispensary for prescribed medicines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,1 ], "any drug or remedy for use in treating, preventing, or alleviating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,1 ], "symptoms of disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,2 ], "the science of preventing, diagnosing, alleviating, or curing disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,3 ], "any nonsurgical branch of medical science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,4 ], "the practice or profession of medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,5 ], "properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,5 ], "something regarded by primitive people as having magical or remedial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,6 ], "take one's medicine| to accept a deserved punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,7 ], "a taste of one's own medicine| an unpleasant experience in retaliation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medicine",1,1,7 ], "and by similar methods to an unkind or aggressive act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medick",1,1,1 ], "any small papilionaceous plant of the genus Medicago, such as black medick or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medick",1,1,1 ], "sickle medick, having yellow or purple flowers and trifoliate leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medico",1,1,1 ], "a doctor or medical student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medico-",1,1,1 ], "medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medieval",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or in the style of the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medieval",1,1,2 ], "old-fashioned; primitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medievalism",1,1,1 ], "the beliefs, life, or style of the Middle Ages or devotion to those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medievalism",1,1,2 ], "a belief, custom, or point of style copied or surviving from the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medievalist",1,1,1 ], "a student or devotee of the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medina",1,1,1 ], "the ancient quarter of any of various North African cities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediocre",1,1,1 ], "average or ordinary in quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediocrity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being mediocre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mediocrity",1,1,2 ], "a mediocre person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meditate",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to think about something deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meditate",1,1,2 ], "to reflect deeply on spiritual matters, esp| as a religious act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meditation",1,1,1 ], "the act of meditating; contemplation; reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meditation",1,1,2 ], "contemplation of spiritual matters, esp| as a religious practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medium frequency",1,1,1 ], "a radio-frequency band or radio frequency lying between 3000 and 300" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medium frequency",1,1,1 ], "kilohertz| Abbrev: MF" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medium of exchange",1,1,1 ], "and services in a particular country, region, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medium of exchange",1,1,1 ], "anything acceptable as a measure of value and a standard of exchange for goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medium wave",1,1,1,1 ], "a radio wave with a wavelength between 100 and 1000 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medium wave",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 1, 1],"midway between extremes; average",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 1, 2],"(of a colour) reflecting or transmitting a moderate amount of light",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 10],"any one of various sizes of writing or printing paper, esp| 18@2 by 23@2",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 10],"inches or 17@2 by 22 inches (small medium)",2). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 2],"an intermediate or middle state, degree, or condition; mean",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 3],"an intervening substance or agency for transmitting or producing an effect;",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 3],"vehicle",2). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 4],"a means or agency for communicating or diffusing information, etc|, to the",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 4],"public",2). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 5],"a person supposedly used as a spiritual intermediary between the dead and the",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 5],"living",2). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 6],"displayed",2). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 6],"the substance in which specimens of animals and plants are preserved or",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 7],"short for culture medium",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 8, 1],"production",2). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 8, 1],"the category of a work of art, as determined by its materials and methods of",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 8, 2],"the materials used in a work of art|$D",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 8],"the substance or surroundings in which an organism naturally lives or grows",1). c_DEF([ "medium" ,1, 2, 9],"any solvent in which pigments are mixed and thinned",1). c_DEF([ "medium-dated",1,1,1 ], "(of a gilt-edged security) having between five and fifteen years to run before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medium-dated",1,1,1 ], "redemption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mediums",1,1,1 ], "medium-dated gilt-edged securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medlar",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian rosaceous tree, Mespilus germanica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medlar",1,1,2 ], "it has begun to decay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medlar",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which resembles the crab apple and is not edible until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medlar",1,1,3 ], "any of several other rosaceous trees or their fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of various types or elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,1,2 ], "a musical composition consisting of various tunes arranged as a continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,1,2 ], "whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,1,2,1 ], "Swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,1,3 ], "a race in which a different stroke is used for each length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,1,3,2 ], "Athletics| a relay race in which each leg has a different distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for melee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medley",1,2,1 ], "of, being, or relating to a mixture or variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medulla oblongata",1,1,1 ], "containing control centres for the heart and lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medulla oblongata",1,1,1 ], "the lower stalklike section of the brain, continuous with the spinal cord," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medulla",1,1,1,1 ], "the innermost part of an organ or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medulla",1,1,1,2 ], "short for medulla oblongata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medulla",1,1,2 ], "another name for pith ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medullary ray",1,1,1 ], "any of the sheets of conducting tissue that run radially through the vascular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medullary ray",1,1,1 ], "tissue of some higher plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medullary sheath",1,1,1 ], "a myelin layer surrounding and insulating certain nerve fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medullary sheath",1,1,2 ], "a layer of thick-walled cells surrounding the pith of the stems of some higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medullary sheath",1,1,2 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medullated",1,1,1 ], "encased in a myelin sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medullated",1,1,2 ], "having a medulla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medusa",1,1,1 ], "another name for jellyfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medusa",1,1,2 ], "one of the two forms in which a coelenterate exists| It has a jelly-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medusa",1,1,2 ], "umbrella-shaped body, is free swimming, and produces gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "medusoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a medusa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "medusoid",1,2,1 ], "another name for medusa ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "med|",1,1,1 ], "medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "med|",1,1,2 ], "medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "med|",1,1,3 ], "medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "med|",1,1,4 ], "medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mee",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) noodles or a dish containing noodles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meed",1,1,1 ], "a recompense; reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meek",1,1,1 ], "patient, long-suffering, or submissive in disposition or nature; humble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meek",1,1,2 ], "spineless or spiritless; compliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meek",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for gentle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meerkat",1,1,1 ], "any of several South African mongooses, esp| Suricata suricatta , which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meerkat",1,1,1 ], "lemur-like face and four-toed feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meerschaum",1,1,1 ], "Mg2Si3O6(OH)4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meerschaum",1,1,1 ], "a white, yellowish, or pink compact earthy mineral consisting of hydrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meerschaum",1,1,1 ], "magnesium silicate: used to make tobacco pipes and as a building stone| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meerschaum",1,1,2 ], "a tobacco pipe having a bowl made of this mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up or with) to come together (with), either by design or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,1,1 ], "by accident; encounter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,1,2 ], "to come into or be in conjunction or contact with (something or each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,2,1 ], "to come to or be at the place of arrival of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,2,2 ], "to make the acquaintance of or be introduced to (someone or each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,2,3 ], "to gather in the company of (someone or each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,2,4 ], "to come into the presence of (someone or each other) as opponents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,3,1 ], "to cope with effectively; satisfy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,4,1 ], "to be apparent to (esp| in the phrase meet the eye)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,5,1 ], "to return or counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,5,2 ], "to agree with (someone or each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,6,1 ], "to experience; suffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,6,2 ], "to occur together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,7,1 ], "to find (a person, situation, etc|) in a specified condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,8,1 ], "the assembly of hounds, huntsmen, etc|, prior to a hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,8,2 ], "a meeting, esp| a sports meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",1,8,3 ], "the place where the paths of two railway trains meet or cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meet",2,1,1 ], "proper, fitting, or correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meeting house",1,1,1 ], "the place in which Quakers hold their meetings for worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meeting",1,1,1 ], "an act of coming together; encounter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meeting",1,1,2 ], "an assembly or gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meeting",1,1,3 ], "a conjunction or union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mega-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mega-",1,1,2 ], "denoting 2'2'0 (1,028,576)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mega-",1,1,3 ], "large or great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megacephaly" ,1, 1, 1],"of congenital origin or result from an abnormal overgrowth of the facial bones",2). c_DEF([ "megacephaly" ,1, 1, 1],"the condition of having an unusually large head or cranial capacity| It can be",1). c_DEF([ "megacycle",1,1,1 ], "a former unit of frequency equal to one million cycles per second; megahertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megadeath",1,1,1 ], "the death of a million people, esp| in a nuclear war or attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megagamete",1,1,1 ], "another name for macrogamete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalith",1,1,1 ], "a stone of great size, esp| one forming part of a prehistoric monument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalithic tomb",1,1,1 ], "a burial chamber constructed of large stones, either underground or covered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalithic tomb",1,1,1 ], "a mound and usually consisting of long transepted corridors (gallery graves) or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megalithic tomb",1,1,1 ], "millennium b|c" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "megalithic tomb",1,1,1 ], "of a distinct chamber and passage (passage graves)|The tombs may date from the 4th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "megalo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating greatness, or abnormal size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megaloblast",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally large red blood cell present in certain types of anaemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megaloblastic anaemia",1,1,1 ], "any anaemia, esp| pernicious anaemia, characterized by the presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megaloblastic anaemia",1,1,1 ], "megaloblasts in the blood or bone marrow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megalocardia",1,1,1 ], "abnormal increase in the size of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalocephaly",1,1,1 ], "another word for megacephaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalomania",1,1,1 ], "a mental illness characterized by delusions of grandeur, power, wealth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalopolis",1,1,1 ], "an urban complex, usually comprising several large towns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalosaur",1,1,1 ], "any very large Jurassic or Cretaceous bipedal carnivorous dinosaurs of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megalosaur",1,1,1 ], "genus Megalosaurus, common in Europe: suborder Theropoda (theropods)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megaphone",1,1,1 ], "a funnel-shaped instrument used to amplify the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megapode",1,1,1 ], "New Guinea, and adjacent islands| Their eggs incubate in mounds of sand, rotting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megapode",1,1,1 ], "any ground-living gallinaceous bird of the family Megapodiidae, of Australia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megapode",1,1,1 ], "vegetation, etc|, by natural heat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "megaron",1,1,1 ], "a tripartite rectangular room containing a central hearth surrounded by four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megaron",1,1,1 ], "pillars, found in Bronze Age Greece and Asia Minor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megascopic",1,1,1 ], "another word for macroscopic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megasporangium",1,1,1 ], "the structure in certain ferns in which the megaspores are formed: corresponds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megasporangium",1,1,1 ], "to the ovule in seed plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megaspore",1,1,1 ], "into the female gametophyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megaspore",1,1,1 ], "the larger of the two types of spore produced by some ferns, which develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megaspore",1,1,2 ], "the embryo sac of flowering plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megasporophyll",1,1,1 ], "a leaf on which the megaspores are formed: corresponds to the carpel of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megasporophyll",1,1,1 ], "flowering plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megass",1,1,1 ], "another name for bagasse ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megathere",1,1,1 ], "any of various gigantic extinct American sloths of the genus Megatherium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megathere",1,1,1 ], "related genera, common in late Cenozoic times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megaton",1,1,1 ], "one million tons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megaton",1,1,2 ], "an explosive power, esp| of a nuclear weapon, equal to the power of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megaton",1,1,2 ], "million tons of TNT" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "megavolt",1,1,1 ], "one million volts| Symbol: MV" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megawatt",1,1,1 ], "one million watts| Symbol: MW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megillah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew scroll containing the Book of Esther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megilp",1,1,1 ], "an oil-painting medium of linseed oil mixed with mastic varnish or turpentine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megohm",1,1,1 ], "one million ohms| Symbol: MW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megrim",1,1,1 ], "a caprice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megrim",1,1,2 ], "a migraine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megrims",1,1,1 ], "a fit of depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "megrims",1,1,2 ], "a disease of horses and cattle; staggers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meiny",1,1,1 ], "a retinue or household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meiny",1,1,2 ], "a crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meiosis",1,1,1 ], "a type of cell division in which a nucleus divides into four daughter nuclei," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meiosis",1,1,1 ], "each containing half the chromosome number of the parent nucleus: occurs in all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meiosis",1,1,1 ], "sexually reproducing organisms in which haploid gametes or spores are produced" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meiosis",1,1,2 ], "another word for litotes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meiosis",1,1,3 ], "any division or splitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mel",1,1,1 ], "a pure form of honey used in pharmaceutical products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melaleuca",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or tree of the mostly Australian myrtaceous genus Melaleuca, found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melaleuca",1,1,1 ], "in sandy or swampy regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melamine resin",1,1,1 ], "a thermosetting amino resin, stable to heat and light, produced from melamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melamine resin",1,1,1 ], "and used for moulded products, adhesives, and surface coatings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melamine",1,1,1 ], "2,4,6-triamino-1,3,5-triazine| Formula: C3H6N6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melamine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline compound used in making synthetic resins;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melamine",1,1,2 ], "melamine resin or a material made from this resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholia",1,1,1 ], "a mental state characterized by depression and irrational fears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or suffering from melancholy or melancholia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholic",1,2,1 ], "a person who suffers from melancholia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholy",1,1,1 ], "a constitutional tendency to gloominess or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholy",1,1,2 ], "a sad thoughtful state of mind; pensiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholy",1,1,2,1 ], "a gloomy character, thought to be caused by too much black bile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholy",1,1,2,2 ], "one of the four bodily humours; black bile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melancholy",1,2,1 ], "characterized by, causing, or expressing sadness, dejection, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanic",1,1,1 ], "relating to melanism or melanosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of black or dark brown pigments present in the hair, skin, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanin",1,1,1 ], "eyes of man and animals: produced in excess in certain skin diseases and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melanin",1,1,1 ], "melanomas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "melanism",1,1,1 ], "feathers, etc| Industrial melanism is the occurrence of dark varieties of animals, esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melanism",1,1,1 ], "moths, in smoke-blackened industrial regions, in which they are well camouflaged" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "melanism",1,1,1 ], "the condition in man and animals of having dark-coloured or black skin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanism",1,1,2 ], "another name for melanosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanite",1,1,1 ], "a black variety of andradite garnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melano-",1,1,1 ], "black or dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanocyte",1,1,1 ], "a cell, usually in the epidermis, that contains melanin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling melanin; dark coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanoid",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or resembling melanosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour composed of darkly pigmented cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanosis",1,1,1 ], "a skin condition characterized by excessive deposits of melanin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melanous",1,1,1 ], "having a dark complexion and black hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melaphyre",1,1,1 ], "a type of weathered amygdaloidal basalt or andesite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melatonin",1,1,1 ], "some animals and thought to be involved in reproductive function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melatonin",1,1,1 ], "the hormone-like secretion of the pineal gland, causing skin colour changes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meld",1,1,1 ], "(in some card games) to declare or lay down (cards), which then score points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meld",1,2,1 ], "the act of melding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meld",1,2,2 ], "a set of cards for melding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meld",2,1,1 ], "to blend or become blended; combine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melee",1,1,1 ], "a noisy riotous fight or brawl; a lively debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meliaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Meliaceae, a family of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meliaceous",1,1,1 ], "subtropical trees, including mahogany, some of which yield valuable timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melic",1,1,1 ], "(of poetry, esp| ancient Greek lyric poems) intended to be sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melilot",1,1,1 ], "any papilionaceous plant of the Old World genus Meliotus, having narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melilot",1,1,1 ], "clusters of small white or yellow fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melinite",1,1,1 ], "a high explosive made from picric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meliorate",1,1,1 ], "a variant of ameliorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melioration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of improving or the state of being improved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meliorism",1,1,1 ], "the notion that the world can be improved by human effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melisma",1,1,1 ], "an expressive vocal phrase or passage consisting of several notes sung to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melisma",1,1,1 ], "syllable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melliferous",1,1,1 ], "forming or producing honey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellifluous",1,1,1 ], "(of sounds or utterances) smooth or honeyed sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellophone",1,1,1 ], "a brass band instrument similar in tone to a French horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellow",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of fruits) full-flavoured; sweet; ripe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellow",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of wines) well-matured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellow",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of colours or sounds) soft or rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellow",1,1,4 ], "kind-hearted, esp| through maturity or old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellow",1,1,5 ], "genial, as through the effects of alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellow",1,1,6 ], "(of soil) soft and loamy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mellow",1,2,1 ], "to make or become mellow; soften; mature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodeon",1,1,1 ], "a type of small accordion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodeon",1,1,2 ], "a type of keyboard instrument similar to the harmonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodic minor scale",1,1,1 ], "a minor scale modified from the natural by the sharpening of the sixth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodic minor scale",1,1,1 ], "seventh when taken in ascending order and the restoration of their original pitches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melodic minor scale",1,1,1 ], "when taken in descending order" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "melodic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a part in a piece of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodic",1,1,3 ], "tuneful or melodious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodious",1,1,1 ], "having a tune that is pleasant to the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodious",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to melody; melodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodist",1,1,1 ], "a composer of melodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodist",1,1,2 ], "a singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodize",1,1,1 ], "to provide with a melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodize",1,2,1 ], "to make melodious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodize",1,3,1 ], "to sing or play melodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodrama",1,1,1 ], "a play, film, etc|, characterized by extravagant action and emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodrama",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a romantic drama characterized by sensational incident, music, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodrama",1,1,2 ], "song" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melodrama",1,1,3 ], "overdramatic emotion or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodrama",1,1,4 ], "a poem or part of a play or opera spoken to a musical accompaniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melodramatize",1,1,1 ], "to make melodramatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melody",1,1,1,1 ], "a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence; tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melody",1,1,1,2 ], "the horizontally represented aspect of the structure of a piece of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melody",1,1,2 ], "sounds that are pleasant because of tone or arrangement, esp| words of poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meloid",1,1,1 ], "any long-legged beetle of the family Meloidae, which includes the blister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meloid",1,1,1 ], "beetles and oil beetles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meloid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Meloidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melon",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of two cucurbitaceous vines (see muskmelon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melon",1,1,1 ], "watermelon), cultivated for their edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melon",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants, which has a hard rind and juicy flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melon",1,1,3 ], "cut a melon| U|S| slang| to declare an abnormally high dividend to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melon",1,1,3 ], "shareholders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,1,1 ], "action of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,1,1 ], "to liquefy (a solid) or (of a solid) to become liquefied, as a result of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,1,2 ], "to become or make liquid; dissolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by away) to disappear; fade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by down) to melt (metal scrap) for reuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by into) to blend or cause to blend gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,1,6 ], "to make or become emotional or sentimental; soften" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,2,1 ], "the act or process of melting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melt",1,2,2 ], "something melted or an amount melted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meltage",1,1,1 ], "the process or result of melting or the amount melted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melting point",1,1,1 ], "freezing point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melting point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature at which a solid turns into a liquid| It is equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melting pot",1,1,1 ], "a pot in which metals or other substances are melted, esp| in order to mix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melting pot",1,1,1 ], "them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "melting pot",1,1,2 ], "an area in which many races, ideas, etc|, are mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melton",1,1,1 ], "a heavy smooth woollen fabric with a short nap, used for coats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meltwater",1,1,1 ], "melted snow or ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melungeon",1,1,1 ], "any of a dark-skinned group of people of the Appalachians in E Tennessee, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "melungeon",1,1,1 ], "mixed Indian, White, and Negro ancestry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mem",1,1,1 ], "the l3th letter in the Hebrew alphabet ( or, at the end of a word, )," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mem",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,1 ], "a person who belongs to a club, political party, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,2 ], "any individual plant or animal in a taxonomic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,3 ], "any part of an animal body, such as a limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,4 ], "another word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,5 ], "any part of a plant, such as a petal, root, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,6 ], "any individual object belonging to a set or logical class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,7 ], "a distinct part of a whole, such as a proposition in a syllogism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "member",1,1,8 ], "a component part of a building or construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "membership",1,1,1 ], "the members of an organization collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "membership",1,1,2 ], "the state of being a member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "membrane bone",1,1,1 ], "any bone that develops within membranous tissue, such as the clavicle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "membrane bone",1,1,1 ], "bones of the skull, without cartilage formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "membrane",1,1,1 ], "any thin pliable sheet of material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "membrane",1,1,2 ], "a pliable sheetlike usually fibrous tissue that covers, lines, or connects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "membrane",1,1,2 ], "plant and animal organs or cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "membrane",1,1,3 ], "a skin of parchment forming part of a roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "membranous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memento mori",1,1,1 ], "an object, such as a skull, intended to remind people of the inevitability of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memento mori",1,1,1 ], "death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memento",1,1,1 ], "something that reminds one of past events; souvenir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memento",1,1,2 ], "either of two prayers occurring during the Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memo",1,1,1 ], "short for memorandum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memoir",1,1,1 ], "a biography or historical account, esp| one based on personal knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memoir",1,1,2 ], "an essay or monograph, as on a specialized topic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memoir",1,1,3 ], "a memorandum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memoirs",1,1,1 ], "a collection of reminiscences about a period, series of events, etc|, written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memoirs",1,1,1 ], "from personal experience or special sources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memoirs",1,1,2 ], "an autobiographical record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memoirs",1,1,3 ], "a collection or record, as of transactions of a society, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorabilia",1,1,1 ], "memorable events or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorable",1,1,1 ], "worth remembering or easily remembered; noteworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorandum",1,1,1 ], "a written statement, record, or communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorandum",1,1,2 ], "a note of things to be remembered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorandum",1,1,3 ], "an informal diplomatic communication, often unsigned: often summarising the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorandum",1,1,3 ], "point of view of a government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memorandum",1,1,4 ], "1 and 2) shortened to memo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memorandum",1,1,4 ], "a short written summary of the terms of a transaction| Often (esp| for senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memoria technica",1,1,1 ], "a method or device for assisting the memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorial",1,1,1 ], "serving to preserve the memory of the dead or a past event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorial",1,1,2 ], "of or involving memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorial",1,2,1 ], "something serving as a remembrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorial",1,2,2 ], "a written statement of facts submitted to a government, authority, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorial",1,2,2 ], "conjunction with a petition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memorial",1,2,3 ], "an informal diplomatic paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorialist",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes or presents a memorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorialist",1,1,2 ], "a writer of a memoir or memoirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorialize",1,1,1 ], "to honour or commemorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorialize",1,1,2 ], "to present or address a memorial to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memorize",1,1,1 ], "to commit to memory learn so as to remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory bank",1,1,1 ], "another name for data bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory span",1,1,1 ], "the capacity of short-term memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory trace",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical structural alteration in brain cells following learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,1 ], "knowledge, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,1 ], "the ability of the brain to store and recall past sensations, thoughts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,2 ], "the sum of everything retained by the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,3 ], "a particular recollection of an event, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,4 ], "the time over which recollection extends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,5 ], "commemoration or remembrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,6 ], "the state of being remembered, as after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,7 ], "a part of a computer in which information is stored for immediate use by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,7 ], "central processing unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,8 ], "past treatment or history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,8 ], "the tendency for a material, system, etc|, to show effects that depend on its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,9 ], "constraint has been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "memory",1,1,9 ], "the ability of a material, etc|, to return to a former state after a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "memsahib",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in India) a term of respect used of a European married woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mem|",1,1,1 ], "member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mem|",1,1,2 ], "memoir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mem|",1,1,3 ], "memorandum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mem|",1,1,4 ], "memorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "men",1,1,1 ], "the plural of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menace",1,1,1 ], "to threaten with violence, danger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menace",1,2,1 ], "a threat or the act of threatening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menace",1,2,2 ], "something menacing; a source of danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menace",1,2,3 ], "a nuisance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menadione",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline compound used in fungicides and as an additive to animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menadione",1,1,1 ], "feeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menadione",1,1,2 ], "Formula: C11H8O2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menagerie",1,1,1 ], "a collection of wild animals kept for exhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menagerie",1,1,2 ], "the place where such animals are housed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menaquinone",1,1,1 ], "a form of vitamin K synthesized by bacteria in the intestine or in putrefying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menaquinone",1,1,1 ], "organic matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menarche",1,1,1 ], "the first occurrence of menstruation in a woman's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,1,1 ], "to repair (something broken or unserviceable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,1,2 ], "to improve or undergo improvement; reform (often in the phrase mend one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,1,2 ], "ways)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,2,1 ], "to heal or recover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,2,2 ], "(of conditions) to improve; become better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,3,1 ], "the act of repairing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,3,2 ], "a mended area, esp| on a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mend",1,3,3 ], "on the mend| becoming better, esp| in health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendacity",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to be untruthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendacity",1,1,2 ], "a falsehood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendelevium",1,1,1 ], "(approx|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mendelevium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Md; atomic no|: 101; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'5'8Md: 60 days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mendelevium",1,1,1 ], "a transuranic element artificially produced by bombardment of einsteinium|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendicant",1,1,1 ], "begging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendicant",1,1,2 ], "(of a member of a religious order) dependent on alms for sustenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendicant",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of a beggar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendicant",1,2,1 ], "a mendicant friar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mendicant",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for beggar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mending",1,1,1 ], "something to be mended, esp| clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mene",1,1,1 ], "interpreted by Daniel to mean that God had doomed the kingdom of Belshazzar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mene",1,1,1 ], "the words that appeared on the wall during Belshazzar's Feast (Daniel 5:25)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menfolk" ,1, 1, 1],"men collectively, esp| the men of a particular family",1). c_DEF([ "menhaden",1,1,1 ], "a marine North American fish, Brevoortia tyrannus: source of fish meal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menhaden",1,1,1 ], "fertilizer, and oil: family Clupeidae (herrings, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menhir",1,1,1 ], "England and from the late Neolithic Age in W Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menhir",1,1,1 ], "a single standing stone, often carved, dating from the middle Bronze Age in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menial",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or occupied with work requiring little skill, esp| domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menial",1,1,1 ], "duties such as cleaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menial",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or befitting servants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menial",1,1,3 ], "servile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menial",1,2,1 ], "a domestic servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menial",1,2,2 ], "a servile person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meninges",1,1,1 ], "and spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meninges",1,1,1 ], "the three membranes (dura mater, arachnoid, pia mater) that envelop the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meningitis",1,1,1 ], "by infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meningitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain or spinal cord, caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meningocele",1,1,1 ], "protrusion of the meninges through the skull or backbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meniscus",1,1,1 ], "surface tension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meniscus",1,1,1 ], "the curved upper surface of a liquid standing in a tube, produced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meniscus",1,1,2 ], "a crescent or half-moon-shaped body or design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meniscus",1,1,3 ], "a crescent-shaped fibrous cartilage between the bones at certain joints, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meniscus",1,1,3 ], "at the knee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meniscus",1,1,4 ], "a crescent-shaped lens; a concavo-convex or convexo-concave lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menispermaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Menispermaceae, a family of mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menispermaceous",1,1,1 ], "tropical and subtropical plants, most of which are woody climbers with small flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meno mosso",1,1,1 ], "to be played at reduced speed| Often shortened to meno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meno",1,1,1 ], "(esp| preceding a dynamic or tempo marking) to be played less quickly, less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meno",1,1,1 ], "softly, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meno",1,1,2 ], "short for meno mosso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meno-",1,1,1 ], "menstruation or menorrhagia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menology",1,1,1 ], "an ecclesiastical calendar of the months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menology",1,1,2 ], "a liturgical book containing the lives of the saints arranged by months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menopause",1,1,1 ], "an age of 45 to 50| Nontechnical name: change of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menopause",1,1,1 ], "the period during which a woman's menstrual cycle ends, normally occurring at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menorah",1,1,1 ], "a seven-branched candelabrum used in ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menorah",1,1,2 ], "a stand with nine lamps used during the Hanukkah festival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menorrhagia",1,1,1 ], "excessive bleeding during menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mens rea",1,1,1 ], "a criminal intention or knowledge that an act is wrong| It is assumed to be an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mens rea",1,1,1 ], "ingredient of all criminal offences although some minor statutory offences are punishable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mens rea",1,1,1 ], "irrespective of it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mensal",1,1,1 ], "monthly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mensal",2,1,1 ], "relating to or used at the table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menses",1,1,1 ], "another name for menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menses",1,1,2 ], "occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menses",1,1,2 ], "the period of time, usually from three to five days, during which menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menses",1,1,3 ], "the matter discharged during menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menstrual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to menstruation or the menses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menstruate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menstruation",1,1,1 ], "the approximately monthly discharge of blood and cellular debris from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menstruation",1,1,1 ], "uterus by nonpregnant women from puberty to the menopause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menstruation",1,1,2 ], "Nontechnical name: period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menstruum",1,1,1 ], "a solvent, esp| one used in the preparation of a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mensurable",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for measurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mensural",1,1,1 ], "of or involving measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mensural",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to music in which notes have fixed values in relation to each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mensural",1,1,2 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mensuration",1,1,1 ], "the study of the measurement of geometric magnitudes such as length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mensuration",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of measuring; measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menswear",1,1,1 ], "clothing for men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental age",1,1,1 ], "age" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mental age",1,1,1 ], "his test performance with the performance of children having the same chronological" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mental age",1,1,1 ], "the mental ability of a child, expressed in years and based on a comparison of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental cruelty",1,1,1 ], "behaviour that causes distress to another person but that does not involve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental cruelty",1,1,1 ], "physical assault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mental deficiency",1,1,1 ], "a condition of low intellectual development requiring special education and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental deficiency",1,1,1 ], "employment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mental healing",1,1,1 ], "the healing of a disorder by mental concentration or suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental hospital",1,1,1 ], "a hospital or institution for people who are mentally ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental reservation",1,1,1 ], "a tacit withholding of full assent or an unexpressed qualification made when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental reservation",1,1,1 ], "one is taking an oath, making a statement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mental",1,1,1 ], "of or involving the mind or an intellectual process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental",1,1,2 ], "occurring only in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental",1,1,3 ], "affected by mental illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental",1,1,4 ], "concerned with care for persons with mental illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental",1,1,5 ], "foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mental",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mentalism",1,1,1 ], "knowledge exist only as aspects of the subject's consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mentalism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that mind is the fundamental reality and that objects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mentality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of mental or intellectual ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mentality",1,1,2 ], "a way of thinking; mental inclination or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menthaceous",1,1,1 ], "etc|)the members of which have scented leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "menthaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the labiate plant genus Mentha (mints," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menthol",1,1,1 ], "an optically active organic compound found in peppermint oil and used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menthol",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic, in inhalants, and as an analgesic| Formula: C10H20O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mentholated",1,1,1 ], "containing, treated, or impregnated with menthol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mention",1,1,1 ], "to refer to or speak about briefly or incidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mention",1,1,2 ], "to acknowledge or honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mention",1,1,3 ], "not to mention to say nothing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mention",1,1,4 ], "(something too obvious to mention)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mention",1,2,1 ], "a recognition or acknowledgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mention",1,2,2 ], "a slight reference or allusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mention",1,2,3 ], "the act of mentioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mentor",1,1,1 ], "a wise or trusted adviser or guide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "menu",1,1,1 ], "a list of dishes served at a meal or that can be ordered in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meow",1,1,1 ], "(of a cat) to make a characteristic crying sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meow",1,2,1 ], "an imitation of this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mepacrine",1,1,1 ], "a drug formerly widely used to treat malaria but now largely replaced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mepacrine",1,1,1 ], "chloroquine| Formula: C23H30ClN3O|2HCl|2H2O| U|S| name: quinacrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meperidine",1,1,1 ], "C15H21NO2|HCl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meperidine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-soluble drug used as an analgesic| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mephitic",1,1,1 ], "poisonous; foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mephitic",1,1,2 ], "foul-smelling; putrid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mephitis",1,1,1 ], "a foul or poisonous stench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mephitis",1,1,2 ], "a poisonous or unpleasant gas emitted from the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meprobamate",1,1,1 ], "a white bitter powder used as a tranquillizer| Formula: C9H18N2O4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merbromin",1,1,1 ], "a green iridescent crystalline compound that forms a red solution in water:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merbromin",1,1,1 ], "used in medicine as an antiseptic| Formula: C20H8Br2HgNa2O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercantile agency",1,1,1 ], "an enterprise that collects and supplies information about the financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercantile agency",1,1,1 ], "credit standing of individuals and enterprises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercantile paper",1,1,1 ], "another name for commercial paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercantile",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of trade or traders; commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercantile",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to mercantilism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercantilism",1,1,1 ], "a theory prevalent in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries asserting that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercantilism",1,1,1 ], "national commercial interests, a merchant marine, the establishment of colonies, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mercantilism",1,1,1 ], "that the government of a nation must maximize the foreign trade surplus, and foster" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mercantilism",1,1,1 ], "the wealth of a nation depends on its possession of precious metals and therefore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercantilism",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for commercialism ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercaptan",1,1,1 ], "another name for thiol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercaptide",1,1,1 ], "a salt of a mercaptan, containing the ion RS'-, where R is an alkyl or aryl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercaptide",1,1,1 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercapto-",1,1,1 ], "(in chemical compounds) indicating the presence of an HS- group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercaptopurine",1,1,1 ], "a drug used in the treatment of leukaemia| Formula: C5H4N4S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercenary" ,1, 1, 1],"influenced by greed or gain",1). c_DEF([ "mercenary" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to a mercenary or mercenaries",1). c_DEF([ "mercenary" ,1, 2, 2],"a man hired to fight for a foreign army, etc",1). c_DEF([ "mercenary" ,1, 2, 3],"any person who works solely for pay",1). c_DEF([ "mercer",1,1,1 ], "a dealer in textile fabrics and fine cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercerize",1,1,1 ], "to dye and impart a lustrous silky appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercerize",1,1,1 ], "to treat (cotton yarn) with an alkali to increase its strength and reception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchandise",1,1,1 ], "commercial goods; commodities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchandise",1,2,1 ], "to engage in the commercial purchase and sale of (goods or services); trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant bank",1,1,1 ], "a financial institution engaged primarily in accepting foreign bills and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant bank",1,1,1 ], "underwriting new security issues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merchant navy",1,1,1 ], "the ships or crew engaged in a nation's commercial shipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant prince",1,1,1 ], "a very wealthy merchant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in the purchase and sale of commodities for profit, esp| on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,1,1 ], "international markets; trader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,1,2 ], "a person engaged in retail trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in historical contexts) any trader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,1,4 ], "a person dealing or involved in something undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,1,4,1 ], "of the merchant navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,1,4,2 ], "of or concerned with trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchant",1,2,1 ], "to conduct trade in; deal in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchantable",1,1,1 ], "suitable for trading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchantman",1,1,1 ], "a merchant ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchet",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal England) a fine paid by a tenant, esp| a villein, to his lord for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merchet",1,1,1 ], "allowing the marriage of his daughter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merciful",1,1,1 ], "showing or giving mercy; compassionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merciless",1,1,1 ], "without mercy; pitiless, cruel, or heartless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurate",1,1,1 ], "to treat or mix with mercury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurate",1,1,2 ], "added to a compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercurate",1,1,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a chemical reaction in which a mercury atom is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurial",1,1,1 ], "of, like, containing, or relating to mercury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurial",1,1,2 ], "volatile; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurial",1,1,3 ], "of, like, or relating to the god or the planet Mercury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurial",1,2,1 ], "any salt of mercury for use as a medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurialism",1,1,1 ], "poisoning caused by chronic ingestion of mercury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurialize",1,1,1 ], "to make mercurial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurialize",1,1,2 ], "to treat with mercury or a mercury compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercuric chloride",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous soluble crystalline substance used as a pesticide," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercuric chloride",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic, and preservative for wood| Formula: HgCl2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercuric oxide",1,1,1 ], "a soluble poisonous substance existing in red and yellow powdered forms: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercuric oxide",1,1,1 ], "as pigments| Formula: HgO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercuric sulphide",1,1,1 ], "a compound of mercury, usually existing as a black solid (metacinnabarite) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercuric sulphide",1,1,1 ], "a red solid (cinnabar or vermillion), which is used as a pigment| Formula: HgS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercuric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing mercury in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurous chloride",1,1,1 ], "a white tasteless insoluble powder used as a fungicide and formerly as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercurous chloride",1,1,1 ], "medical antiseptic, cathartic, and diuretic| Formula: Hg2Cl2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercurous",1,1,1 ], "divalent ion Hg'22'" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercurous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing mercury in the monovalent state| Mercurous salts contain the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercury arc",1,1,1,1 ], "an electric discharge through ionized mercury vapour, producing a brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercury arc",1,1,1,1 ], "bluish-green light containing ultraviolet radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercury arc",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercury",1,1,1 ], "13|546; melting pt|: -38|87 degrees C; boiling pt|: 356|58 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mercury",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Hg; atomic no|: 80; atomic wt|: 200|59; valency: 1 or 2; relative density:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mercury",1,1,1 ], "a heavy silvery-white toxic liquid metallic element occurring principally in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercury",1,1,1 ], "cinnabar: used in thermometers, barometers, mercury-vapour lamps, and dental amalgams|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercury",1,1,2 ], "any plant of the euphorbiaceous genus Mercurialis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercury",1,1,3 ], "a messenger or courier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercury-vapour lamp",1,1,1 ], "a lamp in which an electric discharge through a low pressure of mercury vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercury-vapour lamp",1,1,1 ], "also a source of ultraviolet radiation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mercury-vapour lamp",1,1,1 ], "is used to produce a greenish-blue light| It is used for street lighting and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercy flight",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft flight to bring a seriously ill or injured person to hospital from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercy flight",1,1,1 ], "an isolated community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercy killing",1,1,1 ], "another term for euthanasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercy seat",1,1,1 ], "of God where he accepted sacrifices and gave commandments (Exodus 25:17, 22)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercy seat",1,1,1 ], "the gold platform covering the Ark of the Covenant and regarded as the throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercy seat",1,1,2 ], "the throne of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercy",1,1,1 ], "compassionate treatment of or attitude towards an offender, adversary, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercy",1,1,1 ], "who is in one's power or care; clemency; pity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mercy",1,1,2 ], "the power to show mercy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercy",1,1,3 ], "a relieving or welcome occurrence or state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mercy",1,1,4 ], "at the mercy of| in the power of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mere",1,1,1 ], "superlative merest| being nothing more than something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mere",2,1,1 ], "dialect or archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mere",2,1,2 ], "a lake or marsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mere",2,1,3 ], "the sea or an inlet of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mere",3,1,1 ], "a boundary or boundary marker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mere",4,1,1 ], "a Maori war club or a miniature copy of one worn as an ornament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merengue",1,1,1 ], "a Caribbean dance in duple time with syncopated rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meretricious",1,1,1 ], "superficially or garishly attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meretricious",1,1,2 ], "insincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meretricious",1,1,3 ], "of, like, or relating to a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merganser",1,1,1 ], "Mergus, having a long slender hooked bill with serrated edges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merganser",1,1,1 ], "any of several typically crested large marine diving ducks of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merge",1,1,1 ], "to meet and join or cause to meet and join" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merge",1,1,2 ], "to blend or cause to blend; fuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merger",1,1,1 ], "organization or by absorption by one of the others| Often called (Brit|): amalgamation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merger",1,1,1 ], "the combination of two or more companies, either by the creation of a new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merger",1,1,2 ], "its absorption into a greater one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merger",1,1,2 ], "the extinguishment of an estate, interest, contract, right, offence, etc|, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merger",1,1,3 ], "the act of merging or the state of being merged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian circle",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used in astronomy for determining the declination and right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian circle",1,1,1 ], "ascension of stars| It consists of a telescope attached to a graduated circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,1,1 ], "180 degrees " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,1,1 ], "celestial poles and the zenith and nadir of the observer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,1,1 ], "one of the imaginary lines joining the north and south poles at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,1,1 ], "the great circle on the celestial sphere passing through the north and south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,1,1 ], "to the equator, designated by degrees of longitude from 0 degrees at Greenwich to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,1,2 ], "the great circle running through both poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,2 ], "a section of a surface of revolution, such as a paraboloid, that contains the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,2 ], "axis of revolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,3 ], "the peak; zenith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,1,4 ], "noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,2,1 ], "along or relating to a meridian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,2,2 ], "of or happening at noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridian",1,2,3 ], "relating to the peak of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridional",1,1,1 ], "along, relating to, or resembling a meridian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridional",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or located in the south, esp| of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meridional",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of the south, esp| of France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meringue",1,1,1 ], "pastry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meringue",1,1,1 ], "stiffly beaten egg whites mixed with sugar and baked, often as a topping for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meringue",1,1,2 ], "a small cake or shell of this mixture, often filled with cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merino",1,1,1 ], "a breed of sheep, originating in Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merino",1,1,2 ], "the long fine wool of this sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merino",1,1,3 ], "the yarn made from this wool, often mixed with cotton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merino",1,1,4 ], "pure merino| Austral| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merino",1,1,4,1 ], "an affluent and socially prominent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merino",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merino",1,2,1 ], "made from merino wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meristem",1,1,1 ], "a plant tissue responsible for growth, whose cells divide and differentiate to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meristem",1,1,1 ], "cambium) and leaves and at the tips of stems and roots" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meristem",1,1,1 ], "form the tissues and organs of the plant| Meristems occur within the stem (see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meristic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the number of organs or parts in an animal or plant body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meristic",1,1,2 ], "segmented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merit system",1,1,1 ], "ability rather than patronage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merit system",1,1,1 ], "the system of employing and promoting civil servants solely on the basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merit",1,1,1 ], "worth or superior quality; excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merit",1,1,2 ], "a deserving or commendable quality or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merit",1,1,3 ], "spiritual credit granted or received for good works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merit",1,1,4 ], "the fact or state of deserving; desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merit",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merit",1,2,1 ], "to be worthy of; deserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meritocracy",1,1,1 ], "rule by persons chosen not because of birth or wealth, but for their superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meritocracy",1,1,1 ], "talents or intellect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meritocracy",1,1,2 ], "the persons constituting such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meritocracy",1,1,3 ], "a social system formed on such a basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meritorious",1,1,1 ], "praiseworthy; showing merit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merits",1,1,1 ], "distinct from extraneous matters and technicalities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merits",1,1,1 ], "the actual and intrinsic rights and wrongs of an issue, esp| in a law case, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merits",1,1,2 ], "on its merits| on the intrinsic qualities or virtues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merkin",1,1,1 ], "an artificial hairpiece for the pudendum; a pubic wig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merkin",1,1,2 ], "the pudendum itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merle",1,1,1 ], "another name for the (European)blackbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merlin",1,1,1 ], "a small falcon, Falco columbarius, that has a dark plumage with a black-barred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merlin",1,1,1 ], "tail: used in falconry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merlon",1,1,1 ], "the solid upright section in a crenellated battlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mermaid",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary sea creature fabled to have a woman's head and upper body and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mermaid",1,1,1 ], "fish's tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mermaid's purse",1,1,1 ], "another name for sea purse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merman",1,1,1 ], "a male counterpart of the mermaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mero-",1,1,1 ], "part or partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meroblastic",1,1,1 ], "eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meroblastic",1,1,1 ], "of or showing cleavage of only the nonyolky part of the zygote, as in birds'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merocrine",1,1,1 ], "(of the secretion of glands) characterized by formation of the product without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merocrine",1,1,1 ], "undergoing disintegration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meroplankton",1,1,1 ], "larvae, the other stages not being spent as part of the plankton community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meroplankton",1,1,1 ], "plankton consisting of organisms at a certain stage of their life cycles, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merozoite",1,1,1 ], "any of the cells formed by fission of a schizont during the life cycle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merozoite",1,1,1 ], "sporozoan protozoans, such as the malaria parasite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "merriment",1,1,1 ], "gaiety, fun, or mirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry dancers",1,1,1 ], "the aurora borealis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry men",1,1,1 ], "a person's assistants or followers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry",1,1,1 ], "rier, riest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry",1,1,2 ], "cheerful; jolly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry",1,1,3 ], "very funny; hilarious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry",1,1,4 ], "slightly drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry",1,1,5 ], "delightful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry",1,1,6 ], "play merry hell with| Informal| to disturb greatly; disrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry-andrew",1,1,1 ], "a joker, clown, or buffoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry-go-round",1,1,1 ], "another name for roundabout ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merry-go-round",1,1,2 ], "a whirl of activity or events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merrymaking",1,1,1 ], "fun, revelry, or festivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "merrythought",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for wishbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mer|",1,1,1 ], "meridian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mes-",1,1,1 ], "variant of meso- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesa",1,1,1 ], "a flat tableland with steep edges, common in the southwestern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesarch",1,1,1 ], "(of a xylem strand) having the first-formed xylem surrounded by that formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesarch",1,1,1 ], "later, as in fern stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mescal",1,1,1 ], "a spineless globe-shaped cactus, Lophophora williamsii, of Mexico and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mescal",1,1,1 ], "chewed by certain Indian tribes for their hallucinogenic effects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mescal",1,1,1 ], "southwestern U|S| Its button-like tubercles (mescal buttons) contain mescaline and are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mescal",1,1,2 ], "a colourless alcoholic spirit distilled from the fermented juice of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mescal",1,1,2 ], "agave plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mescaline",1,1,1 ], "a hallucinogenic drug derived from mescal buttons| Formula: C11H17NO3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesdames",1,1,1 ], "the plural of madame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesdemoiselles",1,1,1 ], "the plural of mademoiselle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meseems",1,2,1 ], "Archaic| it seems to me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesembryanthemum",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Mesembryanthemum: family Aizoaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesencephalon",1,1,1 ], "neural tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the brain that develops from the middle portion of the embryonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesenchyme",1,1,1 ], "lymph, blood, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesenchyme",1,1,1 ], "the part of the mesoderm that develops into connective tissue, cartilage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesenteritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the mesentery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesenteron",1,1,1 ], "a former name for midgut ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesentery",1,1,1 ], "abdominal cavity and supports most of the small intestine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesentery",1,1,1 ], "the double layer of peritoneum that is attached to the back wall of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh connection",1,1,1 ], "(in a polyphase system) an arrangement in which the end of each phase is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh connection",1,1,1 ], "a terminal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mesh connection",1,1,1 ], "connected to the beginning of the next, forming a ring, each junction being connected to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,1 ], "a network; net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,2 ], "an open space between the strands of a network" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,3 ], "the strands surrounding these spaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,4 ], "anything that ensnares, or holds like a net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,5 ], "the engagement of teeth on interacting gearwheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,6 ], "a measure of spacing of the strands of a mesh or grid, expressed as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,6 ], "distance between strands for coarse meshes or a number of strands per unit length for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,1,6 ], "fine meshes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,2,1 ], "to entangle or become entangled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,2,2 ], "(of gear teeth) to engage or cause to engage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,3,1 ], "to coordinate (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesh",1,3,2 ], "to work or cause to work in harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meshuga",1,1,1 ], "crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesial",1,1,1 ], "another word for medial ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or growing in conditions of medium water supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a meson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesitylene",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H3(CH\3)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesitylene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid that occurs in crude petroleum; 1,3,5-trimethylbenzene|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesmerism",1,1,1 ], "a hypnotic state induced by the operator's imposition of his will on that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesmerism",1,1,1 ], "the patient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesmerism",1,1,2 ], "an early doctrine concerning this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesmerize",1,1,1 ], "a former word for hypnotize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesmerize",1,1,2 ], "to hold (someone) as if spellbound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesnalty",1,1,1 ], "the lands of a mesne lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesne lord",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) a lord who held land from a superior lord and kept his own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesne lord",1,1,1 ], "tenants on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesne",1,1,1 ], "intermediate or intervening: used esp| of any assignment of property before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesne",1,1,1 ], "the last" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesne",1,1,2 ], "exclusion from his land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesne",1,1,2 ], "mesne profits| rents or profits accruing during the rightful owner's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meso-",1,1,1 ], "middle or intermediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesobenthos",1,1,1 ], "flora and fauna living at the bottom of seas 182 to 914 metres deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesoblast",1,1,1 ], "another name for mesoderm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesocarp",1,1,1 ], "the middle layer of the pericarp of a fruit, such as the flesh of a peach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesocephalic",1,1,1 ], "having a medium-sized head, esp| one with a cephalic index between 75 and 80" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesocephalic",1,2,1 ], "an individual with such a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesocratic",1,1,1 ], "(of igneous rocks) containing 30-60 per cent of ferromagnesian minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesoderm",1,1,1 ], "connective tissue, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesoderm",1,1,1 ], "the middle germ layer of an animal embryo, giving rise to muscle, blood, bone," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesogastrium",1,1,1 ], "the mesentery supporting the embryonic stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesoglea",1,1,1 ], "jellyfish and other coelenterates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesoglea",1,1,1 ], "the gelatinous material between the outer and inner cellular layers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesognathous",1,1,1 ], "having slightly projecting jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesognathous",1,1,2 ], "having a medium gnathic index" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesomorph",1,1,1 ], "a type of person having a muscular body build with a relatively prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesomorph",1,1,1 ], "underlying bone structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesomorphic",1,1,1 ], "existing in or concerned with an intermediate state of matter between a true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesomorphic",1,1,1 ], "liquid and a true solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesomorphic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or being a mesomorph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meson",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of elementary particles, such as a pion or kaon, that has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meson",1,1,1 ], "responsible for the force between nucleons in the atomic nucleus| Former name: mesotron" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meson",1,1,1 ], "rest mass between those of an electron and a proton, and an integral spin| They are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesonephros",1,1,1 ], "kidney in fishes and amphibians and the epididymis in reptiles, birds, and mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesonephros",1,1,1 ], "the middle part of the embryonic kidney in vertebrates, becoming the adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesopause",1,1,1 ], "the zone of minimum temperature between the mesosphere and the thermosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesophyll",1,1,1 ], "layers of epidermis: involved in photosynthesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesophyll",1,1,1 ], "the soft chlorophyll-containing tissue of a leaf between the upper and lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant that grows in surroundings receiving an average supply of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesosphere",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a rapid decrease in temperature with height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesosphere",1,1,1 ], "the atmospheric layer lying between the stratosphere and the thermosphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesothelioma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour of the epithelium lining the lungs, abdomen, or heart: sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesothelioma",1,1,1 ], "associated with exposure to asbestos dust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesothelium",1,1,1 ], "epithelium, derived from embryonic mesoderm lining body cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesothorax",1,1,1 ], "the middle segment of the thorax of an insect, bearing the second pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesothorax",1,1,1 ], "walking legs and the first pair of wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesothorium",1,1,1 ], "Mesothorium II is now called actinium-228" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesothorium",1,1,1 ], "either of two radioactive elements| Mesothorium I is now called radium-228|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesotron",1,1,1 ], "a former name for meson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mesquite",1,1,1 ], "P| juliflora, whose sugary pods (mesquite beans) are used as animal fodder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mesquite",1,1,1 ], "any small mimosaceous tree of the genus Prosopis, esp| the tropical American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess about",1,1,1 ], "to occupy oneself trivially; potter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess about",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by with) to interfere or meddle (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess hall",1,1,1 ], "a military dining room, usually large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess jacket",1,1,1 ], "a waist-length jacket tapering to a point at the back, worn by officers in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess jacket",1,1,1 ], "mess for formal dinners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mess kit",1,1,1 ], "formal evening wear for officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess kit",1,1,2 ], "eating utensils used esp| in the field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,1 ], "a state of confusion or untidiness, esp| if dirty or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,2 ], "a chaotic or troublesome state of affairs; muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,3 ], "a dirty or untidy person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,4 ], "a portion of food, esp| soft or semiliquid food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,5 ], "a place where service personnel eat or take recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,6 ], "a group of people, usually servicemen, who eat together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,7 ], "the meal so taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,1,8 ], "mess of pottage| a material gain involving the sacrifice of a higher value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,2,1 ], "to muddle or dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,3,1 ], "to make a mess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,4,1 ], "(often foll| by with) to interfere; meddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,5,1 ], "(often foll| by with or together)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mess",1,5,2 ], "to group together, esp| for eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message stick",1,1,1 ], "a stick bearing carved symbols, carried by an Australian Aborigine as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message stick",1,1,1 ], "identification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "message",1,1,1 ], "a communication, usually brief, from one person or group to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message",1,1,2 ], "an implicit meaning or moral, as in a work of art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message",1,1,3 ], "a formal communique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message",1,1,4 ], "an inspired communication of a prophet or religious leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message",1,1,5 ], "a mission; errand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message",1,1,6 ], "get the message| Informal| to understand what is meant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "message",1,2,1 ], "to send as a message, esp| to signal (a plan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messaline",1,1,1 ], "a light lustrous twilled-silk fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messenger RNA",1,1,1 ], "a form of RNA, transcribed from a single strand of DNA, that carries genetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messenger RNA",1,1,1 ], "information required for protein synthesis from DNA to the ribosomes| Sometimes shortened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "messenger RNA",1,1,1 ], "to m-RNA" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "messenger",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes messages from one person or group to another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messenger",1,1,2 ], "a person who runs errands or is employed to run errands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messenger",1,1,3 ], "a carrier of official dispatches; courier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messenger",1,1,3,1 ], "a light line used to haul in a heavy rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messenger",1,1,3,2 ], "an endless belt of chain, rope, or cable, used on a powered winch to take off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messenger",1,1,3,2 ], "power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "messenger",1,1,4 ], "a herald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messianic",1,1,1,1 ], "age of peace expected to follow this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "messianic",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any popular leader promising deliverance or an ideal era of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messianic",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Messiah, his awaited deliverance of the Jews, or the new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messianic",1,1,1,1 ], "peace and prosperity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "messianic",1,1,1,2 ], "by him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "messianic",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to Jesus Christ or the salvation believed to have been brought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messianic",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to promises of this kind or to an ideal era of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messieurs",1,1,1 ], "the plural of monsieur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messmate",1,1,1 ], "a person with whom one shares meals in a mess, esp| in the army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messmate",1,1,2 ], "any of various eucalyptus trees that grow amongst other species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messuage",1,1,1 ], "a dwelling house together with its outbuildings, curtilage, and the adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messuage",1,1,1 ], "land appropriated to its use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "messy",1,1,1 ], "messier, messiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "messy",1,1,2 ], "dirty, confused, or untidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mestee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mustee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mester",1,1,1 ], "master: used as a term of address for a man who is the head of a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mester",1,1,2 ], "bad mester| a term for the devil, used when speaking to children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mestizo",1,1,1 ], "American Indian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mestizo",1,1,1 ], "a person of mixed parentage, esp| the offspring of a Spanish American and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mestranol",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic oestrogen used in combination with progesterones as an oral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mestranol",1,1,1 ], "contraceptive| Formula: C21H26O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "met",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,1 ], "indicating change, alteration, or alternation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,2 ], "transcending or going beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,3 ], "occurring or situated behind or after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,4 ], "denoting that an organic compound contains a benzene ring with substituents in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,4 ], "the 1,3-positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,5 ], "(often differing from similar compounds that are prefixed by para-): metaldehyde" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,5 ], "denoting an isomer, polymer, or compound related to a specified compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,6 ], "denoting an oxyacid that is the highest hydrated form of the anhydride or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meta-",1,1,6 ], "salt of such an acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metabolic pathway",1,1,1 ], "any of the sequences of biochemical reactions, catalysed by enzymes, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metabolic pathway",1,1,1 ], "chemicals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metabolic pathway",1,1,1 ], "occur in all living cells: concerned mainly with the exchange of energy and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metabolism",1,1,1 ], "resulting in growth, production of energy, elimination of waste material, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metabolism",1,1,1 ], "the sum total of the chemical processes that occur in living organisms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metabolism",1,1,2 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metabolism",1,1,2 ], "the sum total of the chemical processes affecting a particular substance in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metabolite",1,1,1 ], "a substance produced during or taking part in metabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metabolize",1,1,1 ], "to produce or be produced by metabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metacarpal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the metacarpus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metacarpal",1,2,1 ], "a metacarpal bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metacarpus",1,1,1 ], "long bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metacarpus",1,1,1 ], "the skeleton of the hand between the wrist and the fingers, consisting of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metacarpus",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bones in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metacentre",1,1,1 ], "floating body at equilibrium with a vertical line through the centre of buoyancy when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metacentre",1,1,1 ], "the body is tilted" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metacentre",1,1,1 ], "the intersection of a vertical line through the centre of buoyancy of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metachromatic",1,1,1 ], "(of tissues and cells stained for microscopical examination) taking a colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metachromatic",1,1,1 ], "different from that of the dye solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metachromatic",1,1,2 ], "(of dyes) capable of staining tissues or cells a colour different from that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metachromatic",1,1,2 ], "the dye solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metachromatic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to metachromatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metachromatism",1,1,1 ], "a change in colour, esp| when caused by a change in temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metacinnabarite",1,1,1 ], "the black solid form of mercuric sulphide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metafemale",1,1,1 ], "a sterile female organism, esp| a fruit fly (Drosophila) that has three X" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metafemale",1,1,1 ], "chromosomes| Former name: superfemale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metagalaxy",1,1,1 ], "the total system of galaxies and intergalactic space making up the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metage",1,1,1 ], "the official measuring of weight or contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metage",1,1,2 ], "a charge for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metagenesis",1,1,1 ], "another name for alternation of generations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metagnathous",1,1,1 ], "(of the beaks of birds such as the crossbill) having crossed tips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal spraying",1,1,1 ], "a process in which a layer of one metal is sprayed onto another in the molten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal spraying",1,1,1 ], "state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a number of chemical elements, such as iron or copper, that are often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,1,1 ], "lustrous ductile solids, have acidic oxides, form positive ions, and are good conductors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,1,1 ], "of heat and electricity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,1,2 ], "an alloy, such as brass or steel, containing one or more of these elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,2 ], "type made of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,3 ], "the substance of glass in a molten state or as the finished product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,4 ], "short for ,road metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,4,1 ], "the total weight of projectiles that can be shot by a ship's guns at any one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,4,1 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,4,2 ], "the total weight or number of a ship's guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,5 ], "gold or silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,6 ], "the basic quality of a person or thing; stuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,1,7 ], "the rails of a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,2,1 ], "made of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,4,1 ], "to fit or cover with metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal",1,4,2 ], "to make or mend (a road) with road metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalanguage",1,1,1 ], "a language or system of symbols used to discuss another language or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallic bond",1,1,1 ], "are free to move through the crystal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metallic bond",1,1,1 ], "the covalent bonding between atoms in metals, in which the valence electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallic soap",1,1,1 ], "any one of a number of colloidal stearates, palmitates, or oleates of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallic soap",1,1,1 ], "for ointments, fungicides, fireproofing and waterproofing agents, and driers for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metallic soap",1,1,1 ], "metals, including aluminium, calcium, magnesium, iron, and zinc| They are used as bases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metallic soap",1,1,1 ], "paints and varnishes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "metallic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or consisting of metal or a metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallic",1,1,2 ], "suggestive of a metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallic",1,1,3 ], "(of a metal element) existing in the free state rather than in combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalliferous",1,1,1 ], "containing a metallic element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalline",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or relating to metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalline",1,1,2 ], "containing metals or metal ions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallist",1,1,1 ], "a person who works with metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallist",1,1,2 ], "a person who advocates a system of currency based on a metal, such as gold or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallist",1,1,2 ], "silver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metallize",1,1,1 ], "to make metallic or to coat or treat with metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallocene",1,1,1 ], "M(C\5H\5)2, where M is a metal atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metallocene",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of organometallic sandwich compounds of the general formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallography",1,1,1 ], "metals and alloys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metallography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of metallurgy concerned with the composition and structure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallography",1,1,2 ], "a lithographic process using metal plates instead of stone; metal lithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalloid" ,1, 1, 1],"a nonmetallic element, such as arsenic or silicon, that has some of the",1). c_DEF([ "metalloid" ,1, 1, 1],"properties of a metal",2). c_DEF([ "metalloid" ,1, 2, 1],"of or being a metalloid",1). c_DEF([ "metalloid" ,1, 2, 2],"resembling a metal",1). c_DEF([ "metallophone",1,1,1 ], "a hammer, such as the glockenspiel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metallophone",1,1,1 ], "any of various musical instruments consisting of tuned metal bars struck with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metallurgy",1,1,1 ], "metals and of their structure and properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metallurgy",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of the extraction, refining, alloying, and fabrication of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalwork",1,1,1 ], "the craft of working in metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalwork",1,1,2 ], "work in metal or articles made from metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metalworking",1,1,1 ], "forging, etc|, or by making metal articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metalworking",1,1,1 ], "the processing of metal to change its shape, size, etc|, as by rolling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal|",1,1,1 ], "metallurgical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metal|",1,1,2 ], "metallurgy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamale",1,1,1 ], "a sterile male organism, esp| a fruit fly (Drosophila) that has one X" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamale",1,1,1 ], "chromosome and three sets of autosomes| Former name: supermale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metamathematics",1,1,1 ], "the logical analysis of the reasoning, principles, and rules that control the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamathematics",1,1,1 ], "use and combination of mathematical symbols, numbers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metamer",1,1,1 ], "any of two or more isomeric compounds exhibiting metamerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamere",1,1,1 ], "animals are divided longitudinally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metamere",1,1,1 ], "one of the similar body segments into which earthworms, crayfish, and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metameric",1,1,1 ], "divided into or consisting of metameres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metameric",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with metamerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamerism",1,1,1 ], "muscular systems" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metamerism",1,1,1 ], "segments (metameres)| In many vertebrates it is confined to the embryonic nervous and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metamerism",1,1,1 ], "the division of an animal into similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamerism",1,1,2 ], "a type of isomerism in which molecular structures differ by the attachment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamerism",1,1,2 ], "different groups to the same atom, as in CH3OC3H7 and C2H5OC2H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or resulting from metamorphosis or metamorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphic",1,1,2 ], "(of rocks) altered considerably from the original structure and composition by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphic",1,1,2 ], "pressure and heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphism",1,1,1 ], "the process by which metamorphic rocks are formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphism",1,1,2 ], "a variant of metamorphosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphose",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo metamorphosis or metamorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphosis",1,1,1 ], "a complete change of physical form or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphosis",1,1,2 ], "a complete change of character, appearance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphosis",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that has undergone metamorphosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphosis",1,1,4 ], "animals, for example the stage between tadpole and frog or between chrysalis and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphosis",1,1,4 ], "butterfly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metamorphosis",1,1,4 ], "the rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metanephros",1,1,1 ], "mammals, which remains functional in the adult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metanephros",1,1,1 ], "the last-formed posterior part of the embryonic kidney in reptiles, birds, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphase",1,1,1 ], "the second stage of mitosis during which a body of longitudinally arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphase",1,1,1 ], "threads (see spindle ,7) is formed within the cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaphase",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding stage of the first division of meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphor",1,1,1 ], "a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphor",1,1,1 ], "a lion in battle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metaphor",1,1,1 ], "that it does not literally denote in order to imply a resemblance, for example he is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaphosphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt of metaphosphoric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (HPO\3)x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaphosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "a glassy deliquescent highly polymeric solid, used as a dehydrating agent|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphrase",1,1,1 ], "a literal translation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphrase",1,2,1 ], "to alter or manipulate the wording of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphrase",1,2,2 ], "to translate literally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphrast",1,1,1 ], "a person who metaphrases, esp| one who changes the form of a text, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphrast",1,1,1 ], "rendering verse into prose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysic",1,1,1 ], "philosophical theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysic",1,1,1 ], "the system of first principles and assumptions underlying an enquiry or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysic",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for metaphysician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysic",1,2,1 ], "another word for metaphysical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to metaphysics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysical",1,1,2 ], "based on abstract reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysical",1,1,3 ], "abstruse or over-theoretical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysical",1,1,4 ], "incorporeal; supernatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysicize",1,1,1 ], "to think, write, etc|, metaphysically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysicize",1,2,1 ], "to treat (a subject) metaphysically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysics",1,1,1 ], "knowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of philosophy that deals with first principles, esp| of being and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaphysics",1,1,2 ], "(popularly) abstract or subtle discussion or reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaph|",1,1,1 ], "metaphor(ical)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaph|",1,1,2 ], "metaphysics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaplasia",1,1,1 ], "the transformation of one kind of tissue into a different kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaplasm",1,1,1 ], "cytoplasm of a cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaplasm",1,1,1 ], "the nonliving constituents, such as starch and pigment granules, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metapolitics",1,1,1 ], "political theory (often used derogatorily)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metapsychology",1,1,1 ], "body, that go beyond the laws of experimental psychology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metapsychology",1,1,1 ], "the study of philosophical questions, such as the relation between mind and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metapsychology",1,1,2 ], "any attempt to state the general laws of psychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metapsychology",1,1,3 ], "another word for parapsychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metasomatism",1,1,1 ], "change in the composition of a rock or mineral by the addition or replacement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metasomatism",1,1,1 ], "of chemicals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metastable",1,1,1 ], "(of a body or system) having a state of apparent equilibrium although capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metastable",1,1,1 ], "of changing to a more stable state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metastable",1,1,2 ], "(of an atom, molecule, ion, or atomic nucleus) existing in an excited state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metastable",1,1,2 ], "with a relatively long lifetime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metastable",1,2,1 ], "a metastable atom, ion, molecule, or nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metastasis",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metastasis",1,1,1 ], "the spreading of a disease, esp| cancer cells, from one part of the body to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metastasis",1,1,2 ], "a transformation or change, as in rhetoric, from one point to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metastasis",1,1,3 ], "a rare word for metabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metastasize",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of cancer cells) to spread to a new site in the body via blood or lymph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metastasize",1,1,1 ], "vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metatarsal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the metatarsus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metatarsal",1,2,1 ], "any bone of the metatarsus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metatarsus",1,1,1 ], "long bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metatarsus",1,1,1 ], "the skeleton of the foot between the toes and the tarsus, consisting of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metatarsus",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding skeletal part in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metatheory",1,1,1 ], "the critical study of the nature and purpose of philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metatherian",1,1,1 ], "comprising the marsupials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metatherian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Metatheria, a subclass of mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metatherian",1,2,1 ], "any metatherian mammal; a marsupial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metathesis",1,1,1 ], "sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metathesis",1,1,1 ], "the transposition of two sounds or letters in a word or of two words in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metathesis",1,1,2 ], "another name for double decomposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metathesize",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change by metathesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metathorax",1,1,1 ], "of walking legs and the second pair of wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metathorax",1,1,1 ], "the third and last segment of an insect's thorax, which bears the third pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metaxylem",1,1,1 ], "the plant that have finished growing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metaxylem",1,1,1 ], "xylem tissue that consists of rigid thick-walled cells and occurs in parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metazoan" ,1, 1, 1],"any animal of the group Metazoa, in which the body is composed of many cells:",1). c_DEF([ "metazoan" ,1, 1, 1],"includes all animals except sponges and protozoans",2). c_DEF([ "metazoan" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Metazoa",1). c_DEF([ "mete",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mete",1,1,2 ], "to distribute or allot (something, often unpleasant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mete",1,3,1 ], "to measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mete",2,1,1 ], "a mark, limit, or boundary (esp| in the phrase metes and bounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metempirical",1,1,1 ], "beyond the realm of experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metempirical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to metempirics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metempirics",1,1,1 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metempirics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of philosophy that deals with things existing beyond the realm of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metempsychosis",1,1,1 ], "the migration of a soul from one body to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metempsychosis",1,1,2 ], "either of human or animal form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metempsychosis",1,1,2 ], "the entering of a soul after death upon a new cycle of existence in a new body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metencephalon",1,1,1 ], "Varolii" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the embryonic hindbrain that develops into the cerebellum and pons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteor shower",1,1,1 ], "a transient rain of meteors, such as the Perseids, occurring at regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteor shower",1,1,1 ], "intervals and coming from a particular region in the sky| It is caused by the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meteor shower",1,1,1 ], "passing through a large number of meteoroids (a meteor swarm)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meteor",1,1,1 ], "a very small meteoroid that has entered the earth's atmosphere| Such objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteor",1,1,1 ], "have speeds approaching 70 kilometres per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meteor",1,1,2 ], "such a body heated by friction at its surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meteor",1,1,2 ], "the bright streak of light appearing in the sky due to the incandescence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteoric",1,1,1 ], "of, formed by, or relating to meteors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteoric",1,1,2 ], "like a meteor in brilliance, speed, or transience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteoric",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the weather; meteorological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteorite",1,1,1 ], "a rocklike object consisting of the remains of a meteoroid that has fallen on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteorite",1,1,1 ], "earth| It may be stony (see aerolite) or metallic (see siderite)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meteorograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that records various meteorological conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteoroid",1,1,1 ], "any of the small celestial bodies that are thought to orbit the sun, possibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteoroid",1,1,1 ], "as the remains of comets| When they enter the earth's atmosphere, they become" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meteoroid",1,1,1 ], "visible as meteors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meteorology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the earth's atmosphere, esp| of weather-forming processes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteorology",1,1,1 ], "weather forecasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meteorol|",1,1,1 ], "meteorological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meteorol|",1,1,2 ], "meteorology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meter maid",1,1,1 ], "a female traffic warden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meter",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of metre ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meter",2,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of metre ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meter",3,1,1 ], "any device that measures and records the quantity of a substance, such as gas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meter",3,1,1 ], "that has passed through it during a specified period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meter",3,1,2 ], "any device that measures and sometimes records an electrical or magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meter",3,1,2 ], "quantity, such as current, voltage, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meter",3,2,1 ], "to measure (a rate of flow) with a meter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meter",3,2,2 ], "to print with stamps by means of a postage meter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metered mail",1,1,1 ], "(meter marks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metered mail",1,1,1 ], "mail franked privately, under licence, with a machine bearing special markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metestrus",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of metoestrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meth-",1,1,1 ], "groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meth-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a chemical compound derived from methane or containing methyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methacrylate resin",1,1,1 ], "any acrylic resin derived from methacrylic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methacrylate",1,1,1 ], "any ester of methacrylic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methacrylic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline water-soluble substance used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methacrylic acid",1,1,1 ], "acrylic resins; 2-methylpropenoic acid| Formula: CH2C(CH\3)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methadone",1,1,1 ], "C21H27NO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methadone",1,1,1 ], "a narcotic analgesic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methaemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "a brown compound of oxygen and haemoglobin formed in the blood by the action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methaemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "of certain drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methane series",1,1,1 ], "another name for the alkane series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless flammable gas, the simplest alkane and the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methane",1,1,1 ], "constituent of natural gas: used as a fuel| Formula: CH4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methanol",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH3OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methanol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile poisonous liquid compound used as a solvent and fuel|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metheglin",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) spiced or medicated mead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methenamine",1,1,1 ], "another name for hexamethylenetetramine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methinks",1,2,1 ], "(takes a clause as object) Archaic| it seems to me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methionine",1,1,1 ], "2-amino-4(methylthio)-butanoic acid| Formula: CH3SCH2CH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methionine",1,1,1 ], "an essential amino acid containing sulphur, which occurs in many proteins;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metho",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for methylated spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "method",1,1,1 ], "a way of proceeding or doing something, esp| a systematic or regular one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "method",1,1,2 ], "orderliness of thought, action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "method",1,1,3 ], "the techniques or arrangement of work for a particular field or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "method",1,1,4 ], "any of several traditional sets of changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methodical",1,1,1 ], "characterized by method or orderliness; systematic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methodize",1,1,1 ], "to organize according to a method systematize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methodology",1,1,1 ], "the system of methods and principles used in a particular discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methodology",1,1,2 ], "the branch of philosophy concerned with the science of method and procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methotrexate",1,1,1 ], "a drug used in the treatment of certain cancers| Formula: C20H22N8O5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of methinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methoxide",1,1,1 ], "a saltlike compound in which the hydrogen atom in the hydroxyl group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methoxide",1,1,1 ], "methanol has been replaced by a metal atom, usually an alkali metal atom as in sodium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methoxide",1,1,1 ], "methoxide, NaOCH3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "meths",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for methylated spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile flammable liquid ester with a fragrant odour, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "solvent, esp| in paint removers| Formula: CH3COOCH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methyl alcohol",1,1,1 ], "another name for methanol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl bromide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous gas or volatile liquid with an odour resembling that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl bromide",1,1,1 ], "chloroform, used as a solvent, and extinguishant| Formula: CH3Br" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methyl chloride",1,1,1 ], "a colourless gas with an ether-like odour, used as a refrigerant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl chloride",1,1,1 ], "anaesthetic| Formula: CH3Cl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methyl ethyl ketone",1,1,1 ], "another name for butanone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl isobutyl ketone",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble liquid ketone used as a solvent for organic compounds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl isobutyl ketone",1,1,1 ], "esp| nitrocellulose; 4-methylpentan-2-one| Formula: CH3COC4H9" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methyl methacrylate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid compound, used in the manufacture of certain methacrylate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl methacrylate",1,1,1 ], "resins| Formula: CH2C(CH\3)COOCH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group of atoms CH3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl",1,1,3 ], "an organometallic compound in which methyl groups are bound directly to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methyl",1,1,3 ], "metal atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methylal",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile flammable liquid with an odour resembling that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylal",1,1,1 ], "chloroform, used as a solvent; of dimethoxymethane| Formula: (CH\3O)2CH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methylamine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable water-soluble gas, used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylamine",1,1,1 ], "herbicides, dyes, and drugs| Formula: CH3NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methylate",1,1,1 ], "to mix with methanol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylate",1,1,2 ], "introduced into a molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methylate",1,1,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a chemical reaction in which a methyl group is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylate",1,2,1 ], "another name for methoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylated spirits",1,1,1 ], "alcohol that has been denatured by the addition of methanol and pyridine and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylated spirits",1,1,1 ], "violet dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methyldopa",1,1,1 ], "a catecholamine drug used to treat hypertension| Formula: C10H13NO4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylene blue",1,1,1 ], "a dark-green crystalline compound forming a blue aqueous solution, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylene blue",1,1,1 ], "mild antiseptic and biological stain| Formula: C16H18N3SCl|3H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methylene",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the divalent group of atoms CH2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylnaphthalene",1,1,1 ], "(1-methylnaphthalene), used in standardizing diesel fuels, or a solid (2-methylnaphthalene), an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "methylnaphthalene",1,1,1 ], "either of two isomeric derivatives of naphthalene: a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "methylnaphthalene",1,1,1 ], "insecticide" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "methylthionine chloride",1,1,1 ], "another name for methylene blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metic",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) an alien having some rights of citizenship in the city in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metic",1,1,1 ], "which he lives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "meticulous",1,1,1 ], "very precise about details, even trivial ones; painstaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metoestrus",1,1,1 ], "sexual activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metoestrus",1,1,1 ], "the period in the oestrous cycle following oestrus, characterized by lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble organic substance used, in the form of its sulphate, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metol",1,1,1 ], "photographic developer;p-methylaminophenol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metonym",1,1,1 ], "a word used in a metonymy| For example the bottle is a metonym for alcoholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metonym",1,1,1 ], "drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metonymy",1,1,1 ], "meant, as for example the use of the crown to refer to a monarch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metonymy",1,1,1 ], "the substitution of a word referring to an attribute for the thing that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metope",1,1,1 ], "a square space between two triglyphs in a Doric frieze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metopic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metralgia",1,1,1 ], "pain in the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metre",1,1,1 ], "a metric unit of length equal to approximately 1|094 yards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metre",1,1,2 ], "In l960 this definition replaced the definition based on the platinum-iridium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metre",1,1,2 ], "metre bar kept in Paris| Symbol: m" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "metre",1,1,2 ], "radiation corresponding to the transition between the levels 2p10 and 5d5 of krypton-86|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metre",1,1,2 ], "the basic SI unit of length; 1,650,763|73 wavelengths in vacuum of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metre",2,1,1 ], "number and kind of feet in a line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metre",2,1,1 ], "the rhythmic arrangement of syllables in verse, usually according to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metre",2,1,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for time ,1,20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metric system",1,1,1 ], "Systeme International d'Unites (SI units) is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metric system",1,1,1 ], "any decimal system of units based on the metre| For scientific purposes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metric ton",1,1,1 ], "a unit of mass equal to 1000 kilograms or 2204|6 pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the metre or metric system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metric",1,1,2 ], "conditions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metric",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to a set containing pairs of points for each of which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metric",1,1,2 ], "non-negative real number p(x,y)(the distance) can be defined, satisfying specific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metric",1,2,1 ], "metric space)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metric",1,2,1 ], "the function p(x,y) satisfying the conditions of membership of such a set (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metrical psalm",1,1,1 ], "a translation of one of the psalms into rhyming strict-metre verse usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metrical psalm",1,1,1 ], "sung as a hymn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metrical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metrical",1,1,2 ], "of or in poetic metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metricate",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a measuring system, instrument, etc|) from nonmetric to metric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metricate",1,1,1 ], "units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metrics",1,1,1 ], "the art of using poetic metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metrify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Prosody| to render into poetic metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metrist",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the use of poetic metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metro",1,1,1 ], "an underground railway system in certain cities, esp| in Europe, such as that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metro",1,1,1 ], "in Paris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metro-",2,1,1 ], "indicating a measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metrology",1,1,1 ], "the science of weights and measures; the study of units of measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metrology",1,1,2 ], "a particular system of units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metronidazole",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H9N3O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metronidazole",1,1,1 ], "a pale yellow crystalline compound used to treat vaginal trichomoniasis|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metronome",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical device which indicates the exact tempo of a piece of music by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metronome",1,1,1 ], "producing a clicking sound from a pendulum with an adjustable period of swing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metronymic",1,1,1 ], "(of a name) derived from the name of its bearer's mother or another female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metronymic",1,1,1 ], "ancestor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metronymic",1,2,1 ], "a metronymic name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolis",1,1,1 ], "the main city, esp| of a country or region; capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolis",1,1,2 ], "a centre of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolis",1,1,3 ], "the chief see in an ecclesiastical province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan county",1,1,1 ], "(in England since April 1, 1974) any of the six conurbations established as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan county",1,1,1 ], "resembling those of counties" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan county",1,1,1 ], "units in the new local government system, with elected councils possessing powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan district",1,1,1 ], "(in England since April 1, 1974) any of the districts into which the new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan district",1,1,1 ], "metropolitan counties are divided|Each metropolitan district has an elected council" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan district",1,1,1 ], "responsible for education, social services, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of a metropolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,1,2 ], "constituting a city and its suburbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or designating an ecclesiastical metropolis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,1,4 ], "of or belonging to the home territories of a country, as opposed to overseas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,1,4 ], "territories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,2,1 ], "patriarch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,2,1 ], "the head of an ecclesiastical province, ranking between archbishop and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,2,1,2 ], "Church of England| an archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,2,1,3 ], "R|C| Church| an archbishop or bishop having authority in certain matters over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "metropolitan",1,2,1,3 ], "the dioceses in his province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "metrorrhagia",1,1,1 ], "abnormal bleeding from the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mettle",1,1,1 ], "courage; spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mettle",1,1,2 ], "inherent character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mettle",1,1,3 ], "on one's mettle| roused to putting forth one's best efforts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mettled",1,1,1 ], "courageous or valiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "met|",1,1,1 ], "metaphor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "met|",1,1,2 ], "metaphysics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "met|",1,1,3 ], "meteorological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "met|",1,1,4 ], "meteorology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "met|",1,1,5 ], "metropolitan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meu",1,1,1 ], "another name for spignel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meuni",1,1,1 ], "(of fish) dredged with flour, fried in butter, and served with butter, lemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "meuni",1,1,1 ], "juice, and parsley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mew",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a cat) to make a characteristic high-pitched cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mew",1,2,1 ], "such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mew",2,1,1 ], "any sea gull, esp| the common gull, Larus canus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mew",3,1,1 ], "a room or cage for hawks, esp| while moulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mew",3,2,1 ], "a perch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mew",3,2,1 ], "to confine (hawks or falcons) in a shelter, etc|, usually by tethering them to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mew",3,2,2 ], "to confine, conceal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mew",4,1,1 ], "(of hawks or falcons) to moult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mew",4,1,2 ], "to shed (one's covering, clothes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mewl",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a baby) to cry weakly; whimper (often in the phrase mewl and puke)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mewl",1,2,1 ], "such a cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mews",1,1,1 ], "a yard or street lined by buildings originally used as stables but now often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mews",1,1,1 ], "converted into dwellings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mews",1,1,2 ], "the buildings around a mews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezcal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mescal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezcaline",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mescaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezereon",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian thymelaeaceous shrub, Daphne mezereum, with fragrant early-blooming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezereon",1,1,1 ], "purplish-pink flowers and small scarlet fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mezereon",1,1,2 ], "another name for mezereum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezereum",1,1,1 ], "the dried bark of certain shrubs of the genus Daphne, esp| mezereon, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezereum",1,1,1 ], "used as a vesicant and to treat arthritis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mezuzah",1,1,1 ], "a piece of parchment inscribed with scriptural passages It is fixed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezuzah",1,1,1 ], "doorpost of a Jewish house, etc|, or worn round the neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mezza voce",1,1,1 ], "(in singing) softly quietly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzanine",1,1,1 ], "an intermediate storey, esp| a low one between the ground and first floor of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzanine",1,1,1 ], "building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mezzanine",1,1,2 ], "the first balcony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzanine",1,1,3 ], "a room or floor beneath the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzo" ,1, 1, 1],"moderately; quite",1). c_DEF([ "mezzo-relievo",1,1,1 ], "carving in which the depth of the relief is halfway between that of high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzo-relievo",1,1,1 ], "relief and low relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mezzo-soprano",1,1,1 ], "a female voice intermediate between a soprano and contralto and having a range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzo-soprano",1,1,1 ], "from the A below middle C to the F an eleventh above it| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mezzo-soprano",1,1,1 ], "mezzo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mezzo-soprano",1,1,2 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzotint",1,1,1 ], "a method of engraving a copper plate by scraping and burnishing the roughened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzotint",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mezzotint",1,1,2 ], "a print made from a plate so treated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mezzotint",1,2,1 ], "to engrave (a copper plate) in this fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mf",1,1,1 ], "mezzo forte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mfd|",1,1,1 ], "manufactured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mfg|",1,1,1 ], "manufacturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mfr|",1,1,1 ], "manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mfr|",1,1,2 ], "manufacturer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mg",1,1,1 ], "milligram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mho",1,1,1 ], "the former name for siemens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mi",1,1,1 ], "(in tonic sol-fa) the third degree of any major scale mediant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mia mia",1,1,1 ], "an Australian Aborigine's hut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miaou",1,2,1 ], "variant spellings of meow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miasma" ,1, 1, 1],"an unwholesome or foreboding atmosphere",1). c_DEF([ "miasma" ,1, 1, 2],"matter",2). c_DEF([ "miasma" ,1, 1, 2],"pollution in the atmosphere, esp| noxious vapours from decomposing organic",1). c_DEF([ "miaul",1,1,1 ], "another word for meow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mica",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of lustrous rock-forming minerals consisting of hydrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mica",1,1,1 ], "are used as dielectrics, in heating elements, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mica",1,1,1 ], "igneous and metamorphic rock| Because of their resistance to electricity and heat they" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mica",1,1,1 ], "silicates of aluminium, potassium, etc|, in monoclinic crystalline form, occurring in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mice",1,1,1 ], "the plural of mouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micelle",1,1,1,1 ], "a charged aggregate of molecules of colloidal size in a solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micelle",1,1,1,2 ], "any molecular aggregate of colloidal size, such as a particle found in coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "michigan",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for newmarket ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mickery",1,1,1 ], "a pool or soakage in a river bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mickey" ,1, 1, 1],"micky out of",1). c_DEF([ "mickey" ,1, 1, 2],"to tease",1). c_DEF([ "mickey",2,1,1 ], "a young bull, esp| one that is wild and unbranded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mickle",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mickle",1,2,1 ], "great or abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mickle",1,3,1 ], "much; greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mickle",1,4,1 ], "a great amount, esp| in the proverb, many a little makes a mickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micra",1,1,1 ], "a plural of micron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micro-",1,1,1 ], "small or minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating magnification or amplification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micro-",1,1,3 ], "involving the use of a microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micro-",1,1,4 ], "indicating a method or instrument for dealing with small quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micro-",1,1,5 ], "(in pathology) indicating abnormal smallness or underdevelopment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micro-",1,1,6 ], "denoting 10'6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microanalysis",1,1,1 ], "substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microanalysis",1,1,1 ], "the qualitative or quantitative chemical analysis of very small amounts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microbalance",1,1,1 ], "a precision balance designed to weigh quantities between 10'-'6 and 10'-'9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microbalance",1,1,1 ], "kilogram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microbarograph",1,1,1 ], "a barograph that records minute changes in atmospheric pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microbe",1,1,1 ], "any microscopic organism, esp| a disease-causing bacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microbiology",1,1,1 ], "on man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microbiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology involving the study of microorganisms and their effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcephaly",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having an abnormally small head or cranial capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microchemistry",1,1,1 ], "chemical experimentation with minute quantities of material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcircuit",1,1,1 ], "a miniature electronic circuit, esp| one in which a number of circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcircuit",1,1,1 ], "components are contained in one small chip of semiconducting material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microclimate",1,1,1 ], "organisms, esp| when they differ from the climate of the rest of the community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microclimate",1,1,1 ], "the atmospheric conditions affecting an individual or a small group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microclimate",1,1,2 ], "the entire environment of an individual or small group of organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microclimatology",1,1,1 ], "the study of climate on a small scale, as of a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcline",1,1,1 ], "a white, red, or green feldspar mineral consisting of an aluminium silicate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcline",1,1,1 ], "gemstone| Formula: KAlSi3O8" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "microcline",1,1,1 ], "potassium in triclinic crystalline form: used in ceramics, as an abrasive, and as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrococcus",1,1,1 ], "any spherical Gram-positive bacterium of the genus Micrococcus, causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrococcus",1,1,1 ], "fermentation of milk: family Micrococcaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrococcus",1,1,2 ], "any other bacterium of the family Micrococcaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcopy",1,1,1 ], "a greatly reduced photographic copy of a printed page, drawing, etc|, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcopy",1,1,1 ], "microfilm or microfiche| Sometimes called: microphotograph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microcosm",1,1,1 ], "a miniature representation of something, esp| a unit, group, or place regarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcosm",1,1,1 ], "as a copy of a larger one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microcosm",1,1,2 ], "man regarded as epitomizing the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcosmic salt",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble solid obtained from human urine; ammonium sodium hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcosmic salt",1,1,1 ], "phosphate| It is used as a flux in bead tests on metal oxides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microcrystalline",1,1,1 ], "(of a solid) composed of microscopic crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microcyte",1,1,1 ], "an unusually small red blood cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microdetector",1,1,1 ], "a sensitive galvanometer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microdetector",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring small quantities or detecting small effects, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microdont",1,1,1 ], "having unusually small teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microdot",1,1,1 ], "a microcopy about the size of a pinhead, used esp| in espionage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microeconomics",1,1,1 ], "individuals and the economic relationships between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microeconomics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of economics concerned with particular commodities, firms, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microelectronics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of electronics concerned with microcircuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microfiche",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of film, usually the size of a filing card, on which books," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microfiche",1,1,1 ], "fiche" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "microfiche",1,1,1 ], "newspapers, documents, etc|, can be recorded in miniaturized form| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microfilm plotter",1,1,1 ], "a type of incremental plotter that has a film rather than a paper output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microfilm",1,1,1 ], "a strip of film of standard width on which books, newspapers, documents, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microfilm",1,1,1 ], "can be recorded in miniaturized form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microfilm",1,2,1 ], "to photograph (a page, document, etc|) on microfilm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microgamete",1,1,1 ], "the smaller and apparently male of two gametes in conjugating protozoans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrograph",1,1,1 ], "a photograph or drawing of an object as viewed through a microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrograph",1,1,2 ], "an instrument or machine for producing very small writing or engraving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrography",1,1,1 ], "the description, study, drawing, or photography of microscopic objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrography",1,1,2 ], "the technique of using a microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrography",1,1,3 ], "the art or practice of writing in minute characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microgroove",1,1,1,1 ], "the narrow groove in a long-playing gramophone record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microgroove",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microhabitat",1,1,1 ], "such as a fallen log in a forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microhabitat",1,1,1 ], "the smallest part of the environment that supports a distinct flora and fauna," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microlith",1,1,1 ], "a small Mesolithic flint tool which was made from a blade and formed part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microlith",1,1,1 ], "hafted tools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrometeorite",1,1,1 ], "a tiny meteorite having a diameter of 10-40 micrometres, found esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrometeorite",1,1,1 ], "rainwater and seawater, having entered the atmosphere as a micrometeoroid (extremely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrometeorite",1,1,1 ], "small meteoroid)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "micrometeorology",1,1,1 ], "meteorological processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrometeorology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the layer of air immediately above the earth and of small-scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrometer screw",1,1,1 ], "a screw with a fine thread of definite pitch, such as that of a micrometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrometer screw",1,1,1 ], "gauge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrometer",1,1,1 ], "any of various instruments or devices for the accurate measurement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrometer",1,1,1 ], "distances or angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrometer",1,1,2 ], "a type of gauge for the accurate measurement of small distances, thicknesses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrometer",1,1,2 ], "diameters, etc| The gap between its measuring faces is adjusted by a fine screw, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micrometer",1,1,2 ], "rotation of the screw giving a sensitive measure of the distance moved by the face" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "microminiaturization",1,1,1 ], "circuits and equipment in which they are used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microminiaturization",1,1,1 ], "the production and application of very small semiconductor components and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micron",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to 10'-'6 metre| It is being replaced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micron",1,1,1 ], "micrometre, the equivalent SI unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micronucleus",1,1,1 ], "the smaller of two nuclei in ciliated protozoans, involved in reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micronutrient",1,1,1 ], "any substance, such as a vitamin, essential for healthy growth and development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micronutrient",1,1,1 ], "but required only in minute amounts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microorganism",1,1,1 ], "any organism, such as a bacterium, protozoan, or virus, of microscopic size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micropalaeontology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of palaeontology concerned with the study of microscopic fossils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microparasite",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic microorganism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microphone",1,1,1 ], "a device used in sound-reproduction systems for converting sound into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microphone",1,1,1 ], "currents| Informal name: mike" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "microphone",1,1,1 ], "electrical energy, usually by means of a ribbon or diaphragm set into motion by the sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microphone",1,1,1 ], "waves| The vibrations are converted into the equivalent audio-frequency electric" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "microphotograph",1,1,1 ], "a photograph in which the image is greatly reduced and therefore requires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microphotograph",1,1,1 ], "optical enlargement for viewing purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microphotograph",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for microcopy or photomicrograph ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microphysics",1,1,1 ], "molecules, nuclei, and elementary particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microphysics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with small objects and systems, such as atoms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microphyte",1,1,1 ], "any microscopic plant, esp| a parasite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microprint",1,1,1 ], "a microphotograph reproduced on paper and read by a magnifying device| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microprint",1,1,1 ], "used in order to reduce the size of large books, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microprocessor",1,1,1 ], "a single integrated circuit performing the basic functions of the central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microprocessor",1,1,1 ], "processing unit in a small computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micropyle",1,1,1 ], "a small opening in the integuments of a plant ovule through which the male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micropyle",1,1,1 ], "gametes pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "micropyle",1,1,2 ], "a small pore in the shell of an insect's eggs through which the sperm passes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micropyrometer",1,1,1 ], "a pyrometer for measuring the temperature of very small objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microreader",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus that produces an enlarged image of a microphotograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscope",1,1,1 ], "about 1500 to 2000" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "microscope",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument that uses a lens or combination of lenses to produce a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscope",1,1,1 ], "magnified image of a small object| Modern optical microscopes have magnifications of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microscope",1,1,2 ], "any instrument, such as the electron microscope, for producing a magnified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscope",1,1,2 ], "visual image of a small object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microscopic",1,1,1 ], "not large enough to be seen with the naked eye but visible under a microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscopic",1,1,2 ], "very small; minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscopic",1,1,3 ], "of, concerned with, or using a microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscopic",1,1,4 ], "characterized by or done with great attention to detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscopy",1,1,1 ], "the study, design, and manufacture of microscopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microscopy",1,1,2 ], "investigation by use of a microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microsecond",1,1,1 ], "one millionth of a second| Symbol: ms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microseism",1,1,1 ], "a very slight tremor of the earth's surface, thought not to be caused by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microseism",1,1,1 ], "earthquake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microsome",1,1,1 ], "any of the small particles consisting of ribosomes and fragments of attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microsome",1,1,1 ], "endoplasmic reticulum that can be isolated from cells by centrifugal action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microsporangium",1,1,1 ], "corresponds to the pollen sac in seed plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microsporangium",1,1,1 ], "the structure in certain ferns in which the microspores are formed:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microspore",1,1,1 ], "the male gametophyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microspore",1,1,1 ], "the smaller of two types of spore produced by some ferns, which develops into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microspore",1,1,2 ], "the pollen grain of seed plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microsporophyll",1,1,1 ], "a leaf on which the microspores are formed: corresponds to the stamen of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microsporophyll",1,1,1 ], "flowering plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microstomatous",1,1,1 ], "having an unusually small mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microstructure",1,1,1 ], "by etching, polishing, and observation under a microscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microstructure",1,1,1 ], "structure on a microscopic scale, esp| the structure of an alloy as observed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microtome",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used for cutting thin sections, esp| of biological material, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microtome",1,1,1 ], "microscopical examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microtomy",1,1,1 ], "the cutting of sections with a microtome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microtone",1,1,1 ], "any musical interval smaller than a semitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microwave oven",1,1,1 ], "an oven in which food is cooked by microwaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microwave spectroscopy",1,1,1 ], "a type of spectroscopy in which information is obtained on the structure and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microwave spectroscopy",1,1,1 ], "chemical bonding of molecules and crystals by measurements of the wavelengths of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microwave spectroscopy",1,1,1 ], "microwaves emitted or absorbed by the sample" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "microwave",1,1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation in the wavelength range 0|3 to 0|001 metres; used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "microwave",1,1,1,1 ], "radar, cooking, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "microwave",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micrurgy",1,1,1 ], "the manipulation and examination of single cells under a microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "micturate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid",1,1,1 ], "halfway between high and low, such as e in English bet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a vowel whose articulation lies approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid",2,1,1 ], "a poetic word for amid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a middle part, point, time, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-Victorian",1,1,1 ], "(1837-1901)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mid-Victorian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the middle period of the reign of Queen Victoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-Victorian",1,2,1 ], "a person of the mid-Victorian era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-off",1,1,1 ], "the fielding position on the off side closest to the bowler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-off",1,1,2 ], "a fielder in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-on",1,1,1 ], "the fielding position on the on side closest to the bowler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-on",1,1,2 ], "a fielder in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-wicket",1,1,1 ], "and mid-on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mid-wicket",1,1,1 ], "the fielding position on the on side, approximately midway between square leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid-wicket",1,1,2 ], "a fielder in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midair",1,1,1,1 ], "some point above ground level, in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midair",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midbrain",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for mesencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midday",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the day; noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midday",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midden",1,1,1 ], "a dunghill or pile of refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midden",1,1,1,2 ], "Brit| dialect| a dustbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midden",1,1,1,3 ], "Northern English dialect| an earth closet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle C",1,1,1 ], "internationally standardized fundamental frequency of 261|63 hertz" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "middle C",1,1,1 ], "staff or the first ledger line above the bass staff and corresponding in pitch to an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle C",1,1,1 ], "the note graphically represented on the first ledger line below the treble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle age",1,1,1 ], "occur approximately between the ages of 40 and 60" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle age",1,1,1 ], "the period of life between youth and old age, usually (in man) considered to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle class",1,1,1 ], "a social stratum that is not clearly defined but is positioned between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle class",1,1,1 ], "lower and upper classes| It consists of businessmen, professional people, etc|, along" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle class",1,1,1 ], "with their families, and is marked by bourgeois values" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "middle class",1,2,1 ], "middle-class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle class",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the middle class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle common room",1,1,1 ], "(in certain universities and colleges) a common room for the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle common room",1,1,1 ], "postgraduate students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle ear",1,1,1 ], "stapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle ear",1,1,1 ], "the sound-conducting part of the ear, containing the malleus, incus, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle eight",1,1,1 ], "the third contrasting eight-bar section of a 32-bar pop song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle game",1,1,1 ], "the central phase between the opening and the endgame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle passage",1,1,1 ], "History| the journey across the Atlantic Ocean from the W coast of Africa to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle passage",1,1,1 ], "West Indies or the Americas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "middle passage",1,1,1 ], "the West Indies: the longest part of the journey of the slave ships sailing to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle school",1,1,1 ], "a school for children aged between 8 or 9 and 12 or 13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle term",1,1,1 ], "but not in the conclusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle term",1,1,1 ], "the term that appears in both the major and minor premisses of a syllogism," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle watch",1,1,1 ], "the watch between midnight and 4 a|m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,1,1 ], "equally distant from the ends or periphery of something; central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,1,2 ], "intermediate in status, situation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,1,3 ], "located between the early and late parts of a series, time sequence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,1,4 ], "not extreme, esp| in size; medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,1,5 ], "(esp| in Greek and Sanskrit grammar) denoting a voice of verbs expressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,1,5 ], "reciprocal or reflexive action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,1,6 ], "(of a language) intermediate between the earliest and the modern forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,2,1 ], "an area or point equal in distance from the ends or periphery or in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,2,1 ], "between the early and late parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,2,2 ], "an intermediate part or section, such as the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,2,3 ], "the middle voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,2,4 ], "the ground between rows of growing plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,2,5 ], "a discursive article in a journal, placed between the leading articles and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,2,5 ], "book reviews" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,3,1 ], "to place in the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,3,2 ], "to fold in two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,3,3 ], "to return (the ball) from the wing to midfield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle",1,3,4 ], "to hit (the ball) with the middle of the bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middle-distance" ,1, 1, 1],"events, esp| the 800 metres and the 1500 metres",2). c_DEF([ "middle-distance" ,1, 1, 1],"relating to or denoting races of a length between the sprints and the distance",1). c_DEF([ "middle-of-the-road",1,1,1 ], "not extreme, esp| in political views; moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middlebreaker",1,1,1 ], "a type of plough that cuts a furrow with the soil heaped on each side, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middlebreaker",1,1,1 ], "used for sowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middlebrow" ,1, 1, 1],"a person with conventional tastes and limited cultural appreciation",1). c_DEF([ "middlebrow" ,1, 2, 1],"of or appealing to middlebrows",1). c_DEF([ "middleman",1,1,1 ], "an independent trader engaged in the distribution of goods from producer to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middleman",1,1,1 ], "consumer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middleman",1,1,2 ], "an intermediary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middleman",1,1,3 ], "the interlocutor in minstrel shows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middlemost",1,1,1 ], "another word for midmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middleweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 154-160 pounds (70-72|5 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middleweight",1,1,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 71-75 kg (157-165 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middleweight",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middleweight",1,1,2 ], "a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 172-192 pounds (78-87 kg))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middling",1,1,1 ], "in the phrase fair to middling)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "middling",1,1,1 ], "mediocre in quality, size, etc|; neither good nor bad, esp| in health (often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middling",1,2,1 ], "moderately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middlings",1,1,1 ], "the poorer or coarser part of flour or other products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middlings",1,1,2 ], "commodities of intermediate grade, quality, size, or price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middlings",1,1,3 ], "the part of a pig between the ham and shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middy blouse",1,1,1 ], "a blouse with a sailor collar, worn by women and children, esp| formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "middy",1,1,1 ], "a glass of beer of a specific size, most commonly half a pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midfield",1,1,1,1 ], "the general area between the two opposing defences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midfield",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midge",1,1,1 ], "any fragile mosquito-like dipterous insect of the family Chironomidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midge",1,1,1 ], "occurring in dancing swarms, esp| near water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midge",1,1,2 ], "any similar or related insect, such as the biting midge and gall midge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midge",1,1,3 ], "a small or diminutive person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midget",1,1,1 ], "a dwarf whose skeleton and features are of normal proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midget",1,1,1,1 ], "something small of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midget",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midgut",1,1,1 ], "intestine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midgut",1,1,1 ], "the middle part of the digestive tract of vertebrates, including the small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midgut",1,1,2 ], "the middle part of the digestive tract of arthropods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midi",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a skirt, etc|) reaching to below the knee or midcalf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midi",1,1,2 ], "she wore her new midi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midinette",1,1,1 ], "a Parisian seamstress or salesgirl in a clothes shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midiron",1,1,1 ], "a club, a No| 2 iron, used for approach shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midland",1,1,1,1 ], "the central or inland part of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midland",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midmost",1,2,1 ], "in the middle or midst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midnight blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a very dark blue colour; bluish black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midnight blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midnight sun",1,1,1 ], "circles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midnight sun",1,1,1 ], "the sun visible at midnight during the summer inside the Arctic and Antarctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midnight",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the night; 12 o'clock at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midnight",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midnight",1,1,2 ], "burn the midnight oil| to work or study late into the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midpoint",1,1,1 ], "the point on a line that is at an equal distance from either end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midpoint",1,1,2 ], "a point in time halfway between the beginning and end of an event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midrash",1,1,1 ], "commentaries on the Bible based on the Jewish methods of interpretation, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midrash",1,1,1 ], "composed between 400 and 1200 a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midrash",1,1,2 ], "a commentary on a passage of Scripture based on such methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midrib",1,1,1 ], "the main vein of a leaf, running down the centre of the blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midriff",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle part of the human body, esp| between waist and bust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midriff",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midriff",1,1,2 ], "another name for the diaphragm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midriff",1,1,3 ], "the part of a woman's garment covering the midriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midriff",1,1,4 ], "a woman's garment which exposes the midriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midsection",1,1,1 ], "the middle of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midsection",1,1,2 ], "the middle region of the human body; midriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midship",1,1,1 ], "in, of, or relating to the middle of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midship",1,2,1 ], "the middle of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midshipman",1,1,1 ], "a probationary rank held by young naval officers under training, or an officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midshipman",1,1,1 ], "holding such a rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midshipman",1,1,2 ], "any of several American toadfishes of the genus Porichthys, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midshipman",1,1,2 ], "light-producing organs on the undersurface of their bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midst",1,1,1 ], "climactic one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midst",1,1,1 ], "in the midst of| surrounded or enveloped by; at a point during, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midst",1,1,2 ], "in our midst| among us" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midst",1,1,3 ], "the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midsummer madness",1,1,1 ], "foolish or extravagant behaviour, supposed to occur during the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midsummer",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle or height of the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midsummer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midsummer",1,1,2 ], "another name for summer solstice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midsummer-men",1,1,1 ], "another name for rose-root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midterm",1,1,1,1 ], "congressional and local elections are held" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midterm",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of a term of office, esp| of a presidential term, when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midterm",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the gestation period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midterm",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midtown",1,1,1 ], "the centre of a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midway",1,1,1 ], "in or at the middle of the distance; halfway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midway",1,2,1 ], "a place in a fair, etc|, where sideshows are located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midway",1,2,2 ], "a middle place, way, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midweek",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midweek",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midwife toad",1,1,1 ], "a European toad, Alytes obstetricans, the male of which carries the fertilized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midwife toad",1,1,1 ], "eggs on its hind legs until they hatch: family Discoglossidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "midwife",1,1,1 ], "a woman skilled in aiding in the delivery of babies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midwifery",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of a midwife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midwinter",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle or depth of the winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midwinter",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midwinter",1,1,2 ], "another name for winter solstice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midyear",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "midyear",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mid|",1,1,1 ], "middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mien",1,1,1 ], "a person's manner, bearing, or appearance, expressing personality or mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miff",1,1,1 ], "to take offence or offend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miff",1,2,1 ], "a petulant mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miff",1,2,2 ], "a petty quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miffy",1,1,1 ], "fier, fiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miffy",1,1,2 ], "easily upset; oversensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "might",1,1,1 ], "(takes an implied infinitive or an infinitive without to) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "might",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "might",1,1,2 ], "making the past tense or subjunctive mood of may ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "might",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by well) expressing theoretical possibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "might",2,1,1 ], "power, force, or vigour, esp| of a great or supreme kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "might",2,1,2 ], "physical strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "might",2,1,3 ], "(with) might and main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mightily",1,1,1 ], "to a great extent, amount, or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mightily",1,1,2 ], "with might; powerfully or vigorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mighty",1,1,1,1 ], "having or indicating might; powerful or strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mighty",1,1,2 ], "very large; vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mighty",1,1,3 ], "very great in extent, importance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mighty",1,2,1 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mighty",1,2,2 ], "mightiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mignon",1,1,1 ], "small and pretty; dainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mignonette",1,1,1 ], "anthers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mignonette",1,1,1 ], "any of various mainly Mediterranean plants of the resedaceous genus Reseda," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mignonette",1,1,1 ], "such as R| odorata , that have spikes of small greenish-white flowers with prominent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mignonette",1,1,2 ], "a type of fine pillow lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mignonette",1,2,1 ], "of a greyish-green colour; reseda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migraine",1,1,1 ], "a throbbing headache usually affecting only one side of the head and commonly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migraine",1,1,1 ], "accompanied by nausea and visual disturbances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "migrant",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that moves from one region, place, or country to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migrant",1,1,2 ], "an itinerant agricultural worker who travels from one district to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migrant",1,1,2,1 ], "an immigrant, esp| a recent one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migrant",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migrant",1,2,1 ], "moving from one region, place, or country to another; migratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migrate",1,1,1 ], "in a foreign country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "migrate",1,1,1 ], "to go from one region, country, or place of abode to settle in another, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migrate",1,1,2 ], "(of birds, fishes, etc|) to journey between different habitats at specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migrate",1,1,2 ], "times of the year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "migration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of migrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migration",1,1,2 ], "a group of people, birds, etc|, migrating in a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migration",1,1,3 ], "a movement of atoms, ions, or molecules, such as the motion of ions in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migration",1,1,3 ], "solution under the influence of electric fields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "migratory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by migration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "migratory",1,1,2 ], "nomadic; itinerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mihrab",1,1,1 ], "the niche in a mosque showing the direction of Mecca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mikado",1,1,1 ], "(often cap|) Archaic| the Japanese emperor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mike",1,1,1 ], "short for microphone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mike",2,1,1 ], "to idle; wait about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mike",2,2,1 ], "an evasion of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mil",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to one thousandth of an inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mil",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete pharmaceutical unit of volume equal to one millilitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mil",1,1,3 ], "a unit of angular measure, used in gunnery, equal to one sixty-four-thousandth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mil",1,1,3 ], "of a circumference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milady",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a continental title used for an English gentlewoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milage",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mileage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milch",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(esp| of cattle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milch",1,1,2 ], "yielding milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milch",1,1,3 ], "milch cow| Informal| a source of easy income, esp| a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mild steel",1,1,1 ], "(0|1-0|25 per cent)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mild steel",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of strong tough steels that contain a low quantity of carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mild",1,1,1 ], "(of a taste, sensation, etc|) not powerful or strong; bland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mild",1,1,2 ], "gentle or temperate in character, climate, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mild",1,1,3 ], "not extreme; moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mild",1,1,4 ], "feeble; unassertive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mild",1,2,1 ], "draught beer, of darker colour than bitter and flavoured with fewer hops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mild",1,2,2 ], "draw it mild| speak or act moderately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become mild or milder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mildew",1,1,1 ], "any of various diseases of plants that affect mainly the leaves and are caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mildew",1,1,1 ], "by parasitic fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mildew",1,1,2 ], "any fungus causing this kind of disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mildew",1,1,3 ], "another name for mould ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mildew",1,2,1 ], "to affect or become affected with mildew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length used in English-speaking countries, equal to 1760 yards| 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,1,1 ], "mile is equivalent to 1|609,34 kilometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,1,2 ], "Roman mile, equivalent to 1620 yards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,1,2 ], "any of various units of length used at different times and places, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,1,3 ], "a great distance; great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,1,4 ], "a race extending over a mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,2,1 ], "miles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mile",1,2,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mileage",1,1,1 ], "a distance expressed in miles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mileage",1,1,2 ], "the total number of miles that a motor vehicle has travelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mileage",1,1,3 ], "allowance for travelling expenses, esp| as a fixed rate per mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mileage",1,1,4 ], "the number of miles a motor vehicle will travel on one gallon of fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mileage",1,1,5 ], "use, benefit, or service provided by something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mileometer",1,1,1 ], "a device that records the number of miles that a bicycle or motor vehicle has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mileometer",1,1,1 ], "travelled| Usual U|S| name: odometer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milepost",1,1,1 ], "a marking post on a racecourse a mile before the finishing line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milepost",1,1,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| a signpost that shows the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milepost",1,1,2 ], "distance in miles to or from a place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miler",1,1,1 ], "an athlete, horse, etc|, that runs or specializes in races of one mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miles gloriosus",1,1,1 ], "a braggart soldier, esp| as a stock figure in comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milestone",1,1,1 ], "a stone pillar that shows the distance in miles to or from a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milestone",1,1,2 ], "a significant event in life, history, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milfoil",1,1,1 ], "another name for yarrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miliaria",1,1,1 ], "Nontechnical names: heat rash, prickly heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miliaria",1,1,1 ], "an acute itching eruption of the skin, caused by blockage of the sweat glands|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miliary fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious fever characterized by profuse sweating and the formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miliary fever",1,1,1 ], "on the skin of minute fluid-filled vesicles| Nontechnical name: sweating sickness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miliary",1,1,1 ], "resembling or relating to millet seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miliary",1,1,2 ], "(of a disease or skin eruption) characterized by small lesions resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miliary",1,1,2 ], "millet seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milieu" ,1, 1, 1],"1lieux (-!lj$o)|surroundings, location, or setting|",1). c_DEF([ "militant",1,1,1 ], "aggressive or vigorous, esp| in the support of a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militant",1,1,2 ], "warring; engaged in warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militant",1,2,1 ], "a militant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militarism",1,1,1 ], "military spirit; pursuit of military ideals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militarism",1,1,2 ], "domination by the military in the formulation of policies, ideals, etc|, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militarism",1,1,2 ], "on a political level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "militarist",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of or believer in militarism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militarist",1,1,2 ], "a devotee of military history, strategy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militarize",1,1,1 ], "to convert to military use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militarize",1,1,2 ], "to imbue with militarism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "military academy",1,1,1 ], "a training establishment for young officer cadets entering the army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "military engineering",1,1,1 ], "the design, construction, etc|, of military fortifications and communications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "military honours",1,1,1 ], "ceremonies performed by troops in honour of royalty, at the burial of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "military honours",1,1,1 ], "officer, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "military law",1,1,1 ], "articles or regulations that apply to those belonging to the armed services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "military pace",1,1,1 ], "(120 paces to the minute) in both the British and U|S| armies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "military pace",1,1,1 ], "the pace of a single step in marching, taken to be 30 inches for quick time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "military police",1,1,1 ], "a corps within an army that performs police and disciplinary duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "military" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to the armed forces, warlike matters, etc",1). c_DEF([ "military" ,1, 1, 2],"of, characteristic of, or about soldiers",1). c_DEF([ "military" ,1, 2, 1],"taries or tary",1). c_DEF([ "military" ,1, 2, 2],"(preceded by the) the armed services",1). c_DEF([ "militate",1,1,1 ], "(of facts, etc|) to have influence or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militia",1,1,1 ], "a body of citizen (as opposed to professional) soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militia",1,1,2 ], "an organization containing men enlisted for service in emergency only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "militiaman",1,1,1 ], "a man serving with the militia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milit|",1,1,1 ], "military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milium",1,1,1 ], "a small whitish nodule on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk bar",1,1,1,1 ], "a snack bar at which milk drinks and light refreshments are served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk bar",1,1,1,2 ], "(in Australia) a shop selling, in addition, basic provisions and other items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk chocolate",1,1,1 ], "chocolate that has been made with milk, having a creamy taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk fever",1,1,1 ], "a fever that sometimes occurs shortly after childbirth, once thought to result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk fever",1,1,1 ], "from engorgement of the breasts with milk but now thought to be caused by infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk fever",1,1,2 ], "a disease of cows, goats, etc|, occurring shortly after parturition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk fever",1,1,2 ], "characterized by low blood calcium levels, paralysis, and loss of consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk float",1,1,1 ], "a small motor vehicle used to deliver milk to houses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk glass",1,1,1 ], "opaque white glass, originally produced in imitation of Chinese porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk leg",1,1,1 ], "characterized by painful swelling of the leg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk leg",1,1,1 ], "inflammation and thrombosis of the femoral vein following childbirth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk leg",1,1,2 ], "Technical name: phlegmasia alba dolens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk of magnesia",1,1,1 ], "a suspension of magnesium hydroxide in water, used as an antacid and laxative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk pudding",1,1,1 ], "a hot or cold pudding made by boiling or baking milk with a grain, esp| rice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk punch",1,1,1 ], "a spiced drink made of milk and spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk run",1,1,1 ], "a routine and uneventful flight, esp| on a dangerous mission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk shake",1,1,1 ], "a cold frothy drink made of milk, flavouring, and sometimes ice cream, whisked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk shake",1,1,1 ], "or beaten together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk sickness",1,1,1 ], "an acute disease characterized by weakness, vomiting, and constipation, caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk sickness",1,1,1 ], "by ingestion of the flesh or dairy products of cattle affected with trembles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk sickness",1,1,2 ], "another name for trembles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk snake",1,1,1 ], "a nonvenomous brown-and-grey North American colubrid snake Lampropeltis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk snake",1,1,1 ], "doliata, related to the king snakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk stout",1,1,1 ], "a rich mellow stout lacking a bitter aftertaste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk sugar",1,1,1 ], "another name for lactose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk thistle",1,1,1 ], "another name for sow thistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk tooth",1,1,1 ], "any of the first teeth to erupt; a deciduous tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk vetch",1,1,1 ], "any of various papilionaceous plants of the genus Astragalus, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk vetch",1,1,1 ], "glycyphyllos, with clusters of purple, white, or yellowish flowers: formerly reputed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk vetch",1,1,1 ], "increase milk production in goats" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,1,1,1 ], "a whitish nutritious fluid produced and secreted by the mammary glands of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,1,1,1 ], "mature female mammals and used for feeding their young until weaned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,1,1,2 ], "production of butter, cheese, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,1,1,2 ], "the milk of cows, goats, or other animals used by man as a food or in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,1,2 ], "any similar fluid in plants, such as the juice of a coconut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,1,3 ], "any of various milklike pharmaceutical preparations, such as milk of magnesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,1,4 ], "cry over spilt milk| to lament something that cannot be altered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,2,1 ], "to draw milk from the udder of (a cow, goat, or other animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,3,1 ], "(of cows, goats, or other animals) to yield milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,4,1 ], "to draw off or tap in small quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,5,1 ], "to extract as much money, help, etc|, as possible from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk",1,6,1 ], "to extract venom, sap, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milk-and-water",1,1,1 ], "weak, feeble, or insipid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milker",1,1,1 ], "a cow, goat, etc|, that yields milk, esp| of a specified quality or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milker",1,1,2 ], "a person who milks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milker",1,1,3 ], "another name for milking machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkfish",1,1,1 ], "Chanidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milkfish",1,1,1 ], "a large silvery tropical clupeoid food and game fish, Chanos chanos: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milking machine",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for milking cows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milking stool",1,1,1 ], "a low three-legged stool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkmaid",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman who milks cows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkman",1,1,1 ], "a man who delivers or sells milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkman",1,1,2 ], "a man who milks cows; dairyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milko",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for milkman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milksop",1,1,1 ], "a feeble or ineffectual man or youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milksop",1,1,2 ], "a dish of bread soaked in warm milk, given esp| to infants and invalids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkweed",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the mostly North American genus Asclepias, having milky sap and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkweed",1,1,1 ], "pointed pods that split open to release tufted seeds: family Asclepiadaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milkweed",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants having milky sap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkweed",1,1,3 ], "orange milkweed| another name for butterfly weed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkweed",1,1,4 ], "another name for monarch (the butterfly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Polygala, having small blue, pink, or white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milkwort",1,1,1 ], "flowers with two petal-like sepals: family Polygalaceae|They were formerly believed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milkwort",1,1,1 ], "increase milk production in nursing women" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "milky",1,1,1 ], "milkier, milkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milky",1,1,2 ], "resembling milk, esp| in colour or cloudiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milky",1,1,3 ], "of or containing milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milky",1,1,4 ], "spiritless or spineless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,1 ], "a building fitted with machinery for processing materials, manufacturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,1 ], "goods, etc|; factory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,2 ], "a machine that processes materials, manufactures goods, etc|, by performing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,2 ], "continuous or repetitive operation, esp| one involving rotary motion, such as a machine to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,2 ], "grind flour, pulverize solids, or press fruit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,3 ], "a machine that tools or polishes metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,4 ], "a hard roller for impressing a design, esp| in a textile-printing machine or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,4 ], "in a machine for printing bank notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,5 ], "a factory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,5 ], "a system, institution, etc|, that influences people or things in the manner of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,6 ], "an unpleasant experience; ordeal (esp| in the phrase go or be put through the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,6 ], "mill)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,7 ], "a fist fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,1,8 ], "run of the mill| ordinary or routine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,2,1 ], "to grind, press, or pulverize in or as if in a mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,2,2 ], "to process or produce in or with a mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,2,3 ], "to cut or roll (metal) with or as if with a milling machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,3,1 ], "to groove or flute the edge of (a coin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by about or around) to move about or cause to move about in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,3,2 ], "confused manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,3,3 ], "to beat (chocolate, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",1,3,4 ], "to fight, esp| with the fists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",2,1,1 ], "a U|S| monetary unit used in calculations, etc|, equal to one thousandth of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mill",2,1,1 ], "dollar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mill-rind",1,1,1 ], "an iron support fitted across an upper millstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millboard",1,1,1 ], "strong pasteboard, used esp| in book covers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milldam",1,1,1 ], "a dam built in a stream to raise the water level sufficiently for it to turn a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milldam",1,1,1 ], "mill wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milled",1,1,1 ], "(of coins, etc|) having a grooved or fluted edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milled",1,1,2 ], "made or treated in a mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millefeuille",1,1,1 ], "a small iced cake made of puff pastry filled with jam and cream| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millefeuille",1,1,1 ], "napoleon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millefleurs",1,1,1 ], "a design of stylized floral patterns, used in textiles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a thousand or to a thousand years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenarian",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the millennium or millenarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenarian",1,2,1 ], "an adherent of millenarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenarianism",1,1,1 ], "the belief in a future millennium preceding the Second Coming of Christ during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenarianism",1,1,1 ], "which he will reign on earth in peace: based on Revelation 201-5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millenarianism",1,1,2 ], "any belief in a future period of ideal peace and happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenary",1,1,1 ], "a sum or aggregate of one thousand, esp| one thousand years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenary",1,1,2 ], "another word for a millennium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millenary",1,3,1 ], "another word for millenarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millennium",1,1,1 ], "the| Christianity| the period of a thousand years of Christ's awaited reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millennium",1,1,1 ], "upon earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millennium",1,1,2 ], "a period or cycle of one thousand years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millennium",1,1,3 ], "a time of peace and happiness, esp| in the distant future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millennium",1,1,4 ], "a thousandth anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millepede",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of millipede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millepore",1,1,1 ], "any tropical colonial coral-like medusoid hydrozoan of the order Milleporina," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millepore",1,1,1 ], "esp| of the genus Millepora, having a calcareous skeleton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miller",1,1,1 ], "a person who keeps, operates, or works in a mill, esp| a corn mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miller",1,1,2 ], "another name for milling machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miller",1,1,3 ], "a person who operates a milling machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miller's thumb",1,1,1 ], "any of several small freshwater European fishes of the genus Cottus, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miller's thumb",1,1,1 ], "gobio, having a flattened body: family Cottidae (bullheads, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millerite",1,1,1 ], "a minor ore of nickel| Formula: NiS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millerite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow mineral consisting of nickel sulphide in hexagonal crystalline form:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millesimal",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting a thousandth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millesimal",1,1,1,2 ], "a millesimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millesimal",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, or relating to a thousandth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millet",1,1,1 ], "a cereal grass, Setaria italica, cultivated for grain and animal fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millet",1,1,1,1 ], "an East Indian annual grass, Panicum miliaceum, cultivated for grain and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millet",1,1,1,1 ], "forage, having pale round shiny seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millet",1,1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millet",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related grasses, such as pearl millet and Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millet",1,1,2 ], "millet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milli-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'-'3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milliard",1,1,1 ], "a thousand million| U|S| equivalent: billion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milliary",1,1,1 ], "paces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milliary",1,1,1 ], "relating to or marking a distance equal to an ancient Roman mile of a thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millibar",1,1,1 ], "a cgs unit of atmospheric pressure equal to 10'-'3 bar, 100 newtons per square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millibar",1,1,1 ], "metre or 1|333 millimetres of mercury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millieme",1,1,1 ], "a Tunisian monetary unit worth one thousandth of a dinar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milligram",1,1,1 ], "one thousandth of a gram| Symbol: mg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millilitre",1,1,1 ], "one thousandth of a litre| Symbol: ml" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millimetre",1,1,1 ], "one thousandth of a metre| Symbol: mm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millimicron",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for a nanometre; one millionth of a millimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milline",1,1,1 ], "a unit of advertising copy equal to one agate line of one column width" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milline",1,1,1 ], "appearing in one million copies of a publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milline",1,1,2 ], "the cost of this unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milliner",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or sells women's hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millinery",1,1,1 ], "hats, trimmings, etc|, sold by a milliner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millinery",1,1,2 ], "the business or shop of a milliner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milling machine",1,1,1 ], "a power-driven machine tool in which a horizontal arbor or vertical spindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milling machine",1,1,1 ], "rotates a cutting tool above a horizontal table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milling",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of grinding, pressing, or crushing in a mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milling",1,1,2 ], "the vertical grooves or fluting on the edge of a coin, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milling",1,1,3 ], "(in W North America) a method of halting a stampede of cattle by turning the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milling",1,1,3 ], "leaders in a wide arc until the herd turns in upon itself in a tightening spiral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of 1000 multiplied by 1000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 1,000,000, 10'6, M, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,1,3 ], "an extremely large but unspecified number, quantity, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by a or by a numeral)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to a million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,2,1,2 ], "I can see a million under the microscope|Related prefix: mega-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,2,2 ], "gone a million| Austral| informal| done for; sunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "million",1,2,3 ], "the million| the mass of the population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millionaire",1,1,1 ], "a person whose assets are worth at least a million of the standard monetary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millionaire",1,1,1 ], "units of his country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millionth",1,1,1,1 ], "one of 100,000 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millionth",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millionth",1,1,2 ], "one of 1,000,000 equal divisions of a particular scientific quantity| Related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millionth",1,1,2 ], "prefix: micro-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millionth",1,1,3 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 1,000,000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millionth",1,2,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of 1,000,000 in numbering or counting order, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millionth",1,2,1,2 ], "the millionth to be manufactured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millipede",1,1,1 ], "any terrestrial herbivorous arthropod of the class Diplopoda, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millipede",1,1,1 ], "cylindrical body, each segment of which bears two pairs of walking legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millisecond",1,1,1 ], "one thousandth of a second| Symbol: ms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millpond",1,1,1 ], "a pool formed by damming a stream to provide water to turn a mill wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millpond",1,1,2 ], "any expanse of calm water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millrace",1,1,1 ], "the current of water that turns a millwheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millrace",1,1,2 ], "the channel for this water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millrun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"quality of the mineral",2). c_DEF([ "millrun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the process of milling an ore or rock in order to determine the content or",1). c_DEF([ "millrun" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the mineral so examined",1). c_DEF([ "millrun" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,millrace",1). c_DEF([ "millstone",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of heavy flat disc-shaped stones that are rotated one against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millstone",1,1,1 ], "the other to grind grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "millstone",1,1,2 ], "a heavy burden, such as a responsibility or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millstream",1,1,1 ], "a stream of water used to turn a millwheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millwheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel, esp| a waterwheel, that drives a mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millwork",1,1,1 ], "work done in a mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "millwright",1,1,1 ], "a person who designs, builds, or repairs grain mills or mill machinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milo",1,1,1 ], "any of various early-growing cultivated varieties of sorghum with heads of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milo",1,1,1 ], "yellow or pinkish seeds resembling millet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milometer",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mileometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milord",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a continental title used for an English gentleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milquetoast",1,1,1 ], "a meek, submissive, or timid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milreis",1,1,1 ], "a former monetary and currency unit of Portugal and Brazil, divided into 1000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milreis",1,1,1 ], "reis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "milt",1,1,1 ], "the testis of a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milt",1,1,2 ], "the spermatozoa and seminal fluid produced by a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milt",1,1,3 ], "the spleen of certain animals, esp| fowls and pigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milt",1,2,1 ], "to fertilize (the roe of a female fish) with milt, esp| artificially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "milter",1,1,1 ], "a male fish that is mature and ready to breed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mil|",1,1,1 ], "military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mil|",1,1,2 ], "militia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mim",1,1,1 ], "prim, modest, or demure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,1 ], "character entirely by gesture and bodily movement without the use of words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,1 ], "the theatrical technique of expressing an idea or mood or portraying a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,2 ], "a performer specializing in such a technique, esp| a comic actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,3 ], "a dramatic presentation using such a technique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,4 ], "(in the classical theatre)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,4,1 ], "a comic performance depending for effect largely on exaggerated gesture and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,4,1 ], "physical action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,1,4,2 ], "an actor in such a performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mime",1,2,1 ], "to express (an idea, etc|) in actions or gestures without speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimesis",1,1,1 ], "the imitative representation of nature or human behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimesis",1,1,1,1 ], "any disease that shows symptoms of another disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimesis",1,1,1,2 ], "a condition in a hysterical patient that mimics an organic disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimesis",1,1,2 ], "another name for mimicry ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimesis",1,1,3 ], "representation of another person's alleged words in a speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimetic",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or relating to mimesis or imitation, as in art, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimetic",1,1,2 ], "of or exhibiting mimicry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimetite",1,1,1 ], "a rare secondary mineral consisting of a chloride and arsenate of lead in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimetite",1,1,1 ], "form of white or yellowish needle-like hexagonal crystals| Formula: Pb5Cl(AsO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mimic",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to imitate (a person, a manner, etc|), esp| for satirical effect; ape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimic",1,1,2 ], "to take on the appearance of; resemble closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimic",1,1,3 ], "to copy closely or in a servile manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimic",1,2,1 ], "a person or an animal, such as a parrot, that is clever at mimicking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimic",1,2,2 ], "an animal that displays mimicry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimic",1,3,1 ], "of, relating to, or using mimicry; imitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimic",1,3,2 ], "simulated, make-believe, or mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimicry",1,1,1 ], "the act or art of copying or imitating closely; mimicking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimicry",1,1,2 ], "protects it from predators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mimicry",1,1,2 ], "the resemblance shown by one animal species, esp| an insect, to another, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miminy-piminy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of niminy-piminy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimosa",1,1,1 ], "any tropical shrubs or trees of the Mimosaceous genus Mimosa, having ball-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimosa",1,1,1 ], "clusters of typically yellow flowers and compound leaves that are often sensitive to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mimosa",1,1,1 ], "touch or light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mimosa",1,1,2 ], "any similar or related tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimosaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Mimosaceae, a family of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mimosaceous",1,1,1 ], "temperate leguminous plants with tiny ball-like clusters: includes acacia, mimosa, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mimosaceous",1,1,1 ], "the fever tree" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "min min",1,1,1 ], "will-o'-the-wisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "min",1,1,1 ], "minim (liquid measure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mina",1,1,1 ], "an ancient unit of weight and money, used in Asia Minor, equal to one sixtieth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mina",1,1,1 ], "of a talent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mina",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of myna (bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minacious",1,1,1 ], "threatening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minaret",1,1,1 ], "a slender tower of a mosque having one or more balconies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minaret",1,1,2 ], "any structure resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minatory",1,1,1 ], "threatening or menacing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mince pie",1,1,1 ], "a small round pastry tart filled with mincemeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mince",1,1,1 ], "to chop, grind, or cut into very small pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mince",1,2,1 ], "to soften or moderate, esp| for the sake of convention or politeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mince",1,3,1 ], "to walk or speak in an affected dainty manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mince",1,4,1 ], "minced meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mincemeat",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of dried fruit, spices, etc|, used esp| for filling pies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mincemeat",1,1,2 ], "minced meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mincemeat",1,1,3 ], "make mincemeat of| to defeat completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mincing",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) affectedly elegant in gait, manner, or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind out",1,1,1 ], "to be careful or pay attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,1 ], "the entity in an individual responsible for thought, feelings, and speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,10 ], "a sound mental state; sanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,11 ], "intelligence, as opposed to material things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,12 ], "(in Cartesian philosophy) one of two basic modes of existence, the other being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,12 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,13 ], "blow someone's mind| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,13,1 ], "to cause someone to have a psychedelic experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,13,2 ], "to astound or surprise someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,14 ], "in or of two minds| undecided; wavering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,15 ], "make up one's mind| to decide (something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,16 ], "on one's mind| in one's thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,17 ], "piece of one's mind| an expression of one's candid opinion, esp| a rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,2 ], "intelligence or the intellect, esp| as opposed to feelings or wishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,3 ], "recollection or remembrance; memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,4 ], "the faculty of original or creative thought; imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,5 ], "a person considered as an intellectual being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,6 ], "opinion or sentiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,7 ], "condition, state, or manner of feeling or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,8 ], "an inclination, desire, or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,1,9 ], "attention or thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to take offence at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,2,2 ], "to pay attention to (something); heed; notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,3,1 ], "to make certain; ensure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,4,1 ], "to take care of; have charge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,4,2 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,4,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to be cautious or careful about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,5,1 ], "to obey (someone or something); heed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,5,2 ], "about your hat; never mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,5,2 ], "to be concerned (about); be troubled (about);never mind your hat; never mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind",1,5,3 ], "mind you| an expression qualifying a previous statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind's eye",1,1,1 ], "the visual memory or the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind-reader",1,1,1 ], "a person seemingly able to discern the thoughts of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind-your-own-business",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean urticaceous plant, Helxine soleirolii, with small dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mind-your-own-business",1,1,1 ], "leaves: used for cover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minded",1,1,1 ], "having a mind, inclination, intention, etc|, as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mindful",1,1,1 ], "(usually postpositive and foll| by of) keeping aware heedful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mindless",1,1,1 ], "stupid or careless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mindless",1,1,2 ], "requiring little or no intellectual effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine detector",1,1,1 ], "an instrument designed to detect mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",1,1,1 ], "something or someone belonging to or associated with me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",1,1,2 ], "of mine| belonging to or associated with me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for my" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,1 ], "a system of excavations made for the extraction of minerals, esp| coal, ores," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,1 ], "or precious stones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,2 ], "any deposit of ore or minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,3 ], "a lucrative source or abundant supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,4 ], "a device containing an explosive designed to destroy ships, vehicles, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,4 ], "personnel, usually laid beneath the ground or in water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,5 ], "a tunnel or sap dug to undermine a fortification, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,1,6 ], "a groove or tunnel made by certain insects, esp| in a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,2,1 ], "to dig into (the earth) for (minerals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,2,2 ], "to make (a hole, tunnel, etc|) by digging or boring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,2,3 ], "to place explosive mines in position below the surface of (the sea or land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,2,4 ], "to undermine (a fortification, etc|) by digging mines or saps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mine",2,2,5 ], "another word for undermine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minefield",1,1,1 ], "an area of ground or water containing mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minelayer",1,1,1 ], "a warship or aircraft designed for the carrying and laying of mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miner",1,1,1 ], "a person who works in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miner",1,1,2 ], "a large machine for the automatic extraction of minerals, esp| coal, from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miner",1,1,2 ], "mine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miner",1,1,3 ], "any of various insects or insect larvae that bore into and feed on plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miner",1,1,3 ], "tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miner",1,1,4 ], ", of scrub regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miner",1,1,4 ], "any of several honeyeaters of the genus Myzantha, esp| Myzantha melanocephala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral jelly",1,1,1 ], "another name for petrolatum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral kingdom",1,1,1 ], "all nonliving material, esp| rocks and minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral oil",1,1,1 ], "any oil of mineral origin, esp| petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral oil",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| name for liquid paraffin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral pitch",1,1,1 ], "another name for asphalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral spring",1,1,1 ], "a spring of water that contains a high proportion of dissolved mineral salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral tar",1,1,1 ], "a natural black viscous tar intermediate in properties between petroleum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral tar",1,1,1 ], "asphalt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mineral water",1,1,1 ], "properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mineral water",1,1,1 ], "water containing dissolved mineral salts or gases, usually having medicinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral wax",1,1,1 ], "another name for ozocerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral wool",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous material made by blowing steam or air through molten slag and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral wool",1,1,1 ], "for packing and insulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of naturally occurring solid inorganic substances with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,1,1 ], "characteristic crystalline form and a homogeneous chemical composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,1,2 ], "any inorganic matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,1,3 ], "any substance obtained by mining, esp| a metal ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,1,4 ], "short for mineral water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,1,5 ], "a soft drink containing carbonated water and flavourings| Usual U|S| word:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,1,5 ], "soda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mineral",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, containing, or resembling minerals| l" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineralize",1,1,1,1 ], "to impregnate (organic matter, water, etc|) with a mineral substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineralize",1,1,1,2 ], "to convert (such matter) into a mineral; petrify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineralize",1,1,2 ], "(of gases, vapours, etc|, in magma) to transform (a metal) into an ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineralizer",1,1,1 ], "any of various gases dissolved in magma that affect the crystallization of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineralizer",1,1,1 ], "igneous rocks and the formation of minerals when the magma cools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mineralizer",1,1,2 ], "an element, such as oxygen, that combines with a metal to form an ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineralocorticoid",1,1,1 ], "any corticosteroid that controls electrolyte and water balance, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineralocorticoid",1,1,1 ], "promoting retention of sodium by the kidney tubules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mineralogy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geology concerned with the study of minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mineral|" ,1, 1, 1],"mineralogy or mineralogica",1). c_DEF([ "minestrone",1,1,1 ], "a soup made from a variety of vegetables and pasta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minesweeper",1,1,1 ], "a naval vessel equipped to detect and clear mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ming tree",1,1,1 ], "an artificial plant resembling a bonsai plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minge",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minge",1,1,2 ], "the female genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minge",1,1,3 ], "women collectively considered as sexual objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mingle",1,1,1 ], "to mix or cause to mix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mingle",1,2,1 ], "to come into close association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mingy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mingy",1,1,2 ], "miserly, stingy, or niggardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mini",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman''s dress, skirt, etc|) very short; thigh-length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mini",1,1,2 ], "small; miniature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mini",1,2,1 ], "something very small of its kind, esp| a small car or a miniskirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mini-",1,1,1 ], "smaller or shorter than the standard size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature camera",1,1,1 ], "a small camera using 35 millimetre film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,1,1 ], "a model, copy, or similar representation on a very small scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,1,2 ], "anything that is very small of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,1,3 ], "a very small painting, esp| a portrait, showing fine detail on ivory or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,1,3 ], "vellum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,1,4 ], "an illuminated letter or other decoration in a manuscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,1,5 ], "in miniature| on a small scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,2,1 ], "greatly reduced in size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniature",1,2,2 ], "on a small scale; minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniaturist",1,1,1 ], "a person who paints miniature portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniaturize",1,1,1 ], "scale reduce in size" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miniaturize",1,1,1 ], "to make or construct (something, esp| electronic equipment) on a very small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minibus",1,1,1 ], "a small bus able to carry approximately ten passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minicab",1,1,1 ], "a small saloon car used as a taxi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minicomputer",1,1,1 ], "a small comparatively cheap digital computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minidress",1,1,1 ], "a very short dress, at least four inches above the knee| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minidress",1,1,1 ], "mini" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Rare| to minimize or lessen the size or importance of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minikin",1,1,1 ], "a small, dainty, or affected person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minikin",1,2,1 ], "dainty, prim, or affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minim",1,1,1 ], "a unit of fluid measure equal to one sixtieth of a drachm| It is approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minim",1,1,1 ], "equal to one drop| Symbol: M," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minim",1,1,2 ], "a note having the time value of half a semibreve| Usual U|S| name: half-note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minim",1,1,3 ], "a small or insignificant person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minim",1,1,4 ], "a downward stroke in calligraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minim",1,2,1 ], "very small; tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minima",1,1,1 ], "a plural of minimum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimal pair",1,1,1 ], "a pair of speech elements in a given language differing in only one respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimal pair",1,1,1 ], "and thus serving to identify minimum units such as phonemes, morphemes, etc| For" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minimal pair",1,1,1 ], "example, tin and din constitute a minimal pair in English" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "minimal",1,1,1 ], "of the least possible; minimum or smallest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimalist",1,1,1 ], "a person advocating a minimal policy, style, technique, action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimax",1,1,1 ], "the lowest of a set of maximum values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimax",1,1,2 ], "(in games theory, etc|) the procedure of choosing the strategy that least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimax",1,1,2 ], "benefits the most advantaged member of a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minimize",1,1,1 ], "to reduce to or estimate at the least possible degree or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimize",1,1,2 ], "to rank or treat at less than the true worth; belittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimum lending rate",1,1,1 ], "influences all other lending and discount rates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minimum lending rate",1,1,1 ], "the minimum rate at which the Bank of England discounts approved bills| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimum wage",1,1,1 ], "the lowest wage that an employer is permitted to pay by law or union contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimum",1,1,1 ], "the least possible amount, degree, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimum",1,1,2 ], "the least amount recorded, allowed, or reached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimum",1,1,3 ], "being the least possible, recorded, allowed, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimum",1,1,4 ], "a value of a function that is less than any neighbouring value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimum",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a minimum or minimums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minimus",1,1,1 ], "brothers at the same school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minimus",1,1,1 ], "the youngest: sometimes used after the surname of a schoolboy, having elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mining",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or industry of extracting coal, ores, etc|, from the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mining",1,1,2 ], "the process of laying mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minion",1,1,1 ], "a favourite or dependant, esp| a servile or fawning one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minion",1,1,2 ], "a servile agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minion",1,1,3 ], "a size of printer's type, approximately equal to 7 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minion",1,2,1 ], "dainty, pretty, or elegant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minipill",1,1,1 ], "a low-dose oral contraceptive containing progesterone only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniskirt",1,1,1 ], "1960s| Often shortened to mini" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miniskirt",1,1,1 ], "a very short skirt at least four inches above the knee, introduced in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister of state",1,1,1 ], "(in the British Parliament) a minister, usually below cabinet rank, appointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister of state",1,1,1 ], "to assist a senior minister with heavy responsibilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minister of state",1,1,2 ], "any government minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Presbyterian and some Nonconformist Churches) a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,2 ], "a person appointed to head a government department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,3 ], "any diplomatic agent accredited to a foreign government or head of state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,4 ], "plenipotentiary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,4 ], "short for minister plenipotentiary or envoy extraordinary and minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,5 ], "and minister plenipotentiary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,5 ], "short for minister resident;a diplomat ranking after an envoy extraordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,6 ], "a person who attends to the needs of others, esp| in religious matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,1,7 ], "a person who acts as the agent or servant of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,2,1 ], "to attend to the needs (of); take care (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minister",1,3,1 ], "to provide; supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a minister of religion or his office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a government minister or ministry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerial",1,1,3 ], "of or supporting the ministry or government against the opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerial",1,1,4 ], "relating to or possessing delegated executive authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerial",1,1,5 ], "(of an office, duty, etc|) requiring the exercise of no special skill or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerial",1,1,5 ], "competence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ministerial",1,1,6 ], "acting as an agent or cause; instrumental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerialist",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of the governing ministry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministerium",1,1,1 ], "the body of the Lutheran ministers in a district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministrant",1,1,1 ], "ministering or serving as a minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministrant",1,2,1 ], "a person who ministers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of serving or giving aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministration",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of ministering religiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministry",1,1,1,1 ], "the profession or duties of a minister of religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministry",1,1,1,2 ], "his performance of these duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministry",1,1,2 ], "ministers of religion or government ministers considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministry",1,1,3 ], "the tenure of a minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministry",1,1,3,1 ], "a government department headed by a minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ministry",1,1,3,2 ], "the buildings of such a department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minium",1,1,1 ], "another name for red lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miniver",1,1,1 ], "white fur, used in ceremonial costumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minivet",1,1,1 ], "any brightly coloured tropical Asian cuckoo shrike of the genus Pericrocotus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mink",1,1,1 ], "Asia, and North America, having slightly webbed feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mink",1,1,1 ], "any of several semiaquatic musteline mammals of the genus Mustela, of Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mink",1,1,2 ], "the highly valued fur of these animals, esp| that of the American mink (M|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mink",1,1,2 ], "vison)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mink",1,1,3 ], "a garment made of this, esp| a woman's coat or stole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minnesinger",1,1,1 ], "one of the German lyric poets and musicians of the 12th to 14th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minnow",1,1,1 ], "a small slender European freshwater cyprinid fish, Phoxinus phoxinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minnow",1,1,2 ], "any other small cyprinid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minnow",1,1,3 ], "a small or insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor axis",1,1,1 ], "the shorter or shortest axis of an ellipse or ellipsoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor canon",1,1,1 ], "a clergyman who is attached to a cathedral to assist at daily services but who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor canon",1,1,1 ], "is not a member of the chapter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor key",1,1,1 ], "a key based on notes taken from a corresponding minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor league",1,1,1 ], "any non-professional league in baseball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor league",1,1,2 ], "of relatively little importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor mode",1,1,1 ], "any arrangement of notes present in or characteristic of a minor scale or key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor orders",1,1,1 ], "acolyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor orders",1,1,1 ], "the four lower degrees of holy orders, namely porter, exorcist, lector, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor planet",1,1,1 ], "another name for asteroid ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor premiss",1,1,1 ], "the premiss of a syllogism containing the subject of its conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord consisting of a minor triad with an added minor seventh above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor suit",1,1,1 ], "diamonds or clubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor term",1,1,1 ], "predicate in the minor premiss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor term",1,1,1 ], "the subject of the conclusion of a syllogism, also occurring as the subject or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,1 ], "lesser or secondary in amount, extent, importance, or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the minority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,3 ], "below the age of legal majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a scale)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4 ], "(natural minor)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4 ], "having a semitone between the second and third and fifth and sixth degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a key) based on the minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4,3 ], "denoting a specified key based on the minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4,4 ], "(of an interval) reduced by a semitone from the major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4,5 ], "(of a chord, esp| a triad) having a minor third above the root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4,6 ], "(esp| in jazz) of or relating to a chord built upon a minor triad and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,4,6 ], "containing a minor seventh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,5 ], "(of a term or premiss) having less generality or scope than another term or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,5 ], "proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to an additional secondary subject taken by a student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,7 ], "has an older brother in the same school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,1,7 ], "the younger or junior: sometimes used after the surname of a schoolboy if he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,2,1 ], "a set of changes rung on six bells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,3,1 ], "a person or thing that is lesser or secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,3,2 ], "a person below the age of legal majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,3,3 ], "a subsidiary subject in which a student needs fewer credits than in his major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,3,4 ], "a minor key, chord, mode, or scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,3,5 ], "a minor term or premiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,3,6 ], "another name for Minorite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minor",1,4,1 ], "to take a minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minority carrier",1,1,1 ], "semiconductor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minority carrier",1,1,1 ], "the entity responsible for carrying the lesser part of the current in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minority",1,1,1 ], "the smaller in number of two parts, factions, or groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minority",1,1,2 ], "a group that is different racially, politically, etc|, from a larger group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minority",1,1,2 ], "which it is a part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minority",1,1,2,1 ], "the state of being a minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minority",1,1,2,2 ], "the period during which a person is below legal age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minority",1,1,3 ], "relating to or being a minority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minster",1,1,1 ], "a monastery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minster",1,1,1 ], "any of certain cathedrals and large churches, usually originally connected to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minstrel show",1,1,1 ], "a theatrical entertainment consisting of songs, dances, comic turns, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minstrel show",1,1,1 ], "performed by a troupe of actors wearing black face make-up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minstrel",1,1,1 ], "a medieval wandering musician who performed songs or recited poetry with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minstrel",1,1,1 ], "instrumental accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minstrel",1,1,2 ], "a performer in a minstrel show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minstrel",1,1,3 ], "any poet, musician, or singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minstrelsy",1,1,1 ], "the art of a minstrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minstrelsy",1,1,2 ], "the poems, music, or songs of a minstrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minstrelsy",1,1,3 ], "a troupe of minstrels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint bush",1,1,1 ], "Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mint bush",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic shrub of the genus Prostanthera with a mintlike odour: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint julep",1,1,1 ], "a long drink consisting of bourbon whiskey, crushed ice, sugar, and sprigs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint julep",1,1,1 ], "mint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mint sauce",1,1,1 ], "a sauce made from mint leaves, sugar, and vinegar, usually served with lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",1,1,1 ], "any N temperate plant of the genus Mentha, having aromatic leaves and spikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",1,1,1 ], "of small typically mauve flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)| The leaves of some" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mint",1,1,1 ], "species are used for seasoning and flavouring" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mint",1,1,2 ], "stone mint| another name for dittany ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",1,1,3 ], "a sweet flavoured with mint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",2,1,1 ], "a place where money is coined by governmental authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",2,1,2 ], "a very large amount of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",2,1,3 ], "in mint condition| in perfect condition; as if new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",2,2,1 ], "(of coins, postage stamps, etc|) in perfect condition as issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",2,3,1 ], "to make (coins) by stamping metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mint",2,4,1 ], "to invent (esp| phrases or words)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mintage",1,1,1 ], "the process of minting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mintage",1,1,2 ], "money minted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mintage",1,1,3 ], "a fee paid for minting a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mintage",1,1,4 ], "an official impression stamped on a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuend",1,1,1 ], "the number from which another number, the subtrahend, is to be subtracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuet",1,1,1 ], "a stately court dance of the 17th and 18th centuries in triple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuet",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance, sometimes as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuet",1,1,2 ], "movement in a suite, sonata, or symphony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minus sign",1,1,1 ], "the symbol -, indicating subtraction or a negative quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,1,1 ], "reduced by the subtraction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,1,2 ], "deprived of; lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,2,1,1 ], "indicating or involving subtraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,2,1,2 ], "negative| having a value or designating a quantity less than zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,2,2 ], "on the negative part of a scale or coordinate axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,2,3 ], "involving a disadvantage, harm, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,3,1 ], "slightly below the standard of a particular grade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,3,2 ], "designating the strain of a fungus that can only undergo sexual reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,3,2 ], "with a plus strain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,3,3 ], "denoting a negative electric charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,4,1 ], "short for minus sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,4,2 ], "a negative quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,4,3 ], "a disadvantage, loss, or deficit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minus",1,4,4 ], "something detrimental or negative|Mathematical symbol: -" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuscule",1,1,1 ], "a lower-case letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuscule",1,1,2 ], "writing using such letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuscule",1,1,3 ], "a small cursive 7th-century style of lettering derived from the uncial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuscule",1,2,1 ], "relating to, printed in, or written in small letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuscule",1,2,2 ], "very small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minuscule",1,2,3 ], "(of letters) lower-case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute gun",1,1,1 ], "a gun fired at one-minute intervals as a sign of distress or mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute hand",1,1,1 ], "of two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minute hand",1,1,1 ], "the pointer on a timepiece that indicates minutes, typically the longer hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute mark",1,1,1 ], "the symbol '' used for minutes of arc and linear feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute steak",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of steak that can be cooked quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,1,1 ], "a period of time equal to 60 seconds; one sixtieth of an hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,1,2 ], "a unit of angular measure equal to one sixtieth of a degree| Symbol: ''" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,1,3 ], "any very short period of time; moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,1,4 ], "a short note or memorandum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,1,5 ], "the distance that can be travelled in a minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,1,6 ], "up to the minute very latest or newest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,2,1 ], "to record in minutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",1,2,2 ], "to time in terms of minutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",2,1,1 ], "very small; diminutive; tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",2,1,2 ], "unimportant; petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minute",2,1,3 ], "precise or detailed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minutely",1,1,1 ], "in great detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minutely",2,1,1 ], "occurring every minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minutely",2,2,1 ], "every minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minutes",1,1,1 ], "an official record of the proceedings of a meeting, conference, convention," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minutes",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "minutiae",1,1,1 ], "small, precise, or trifling details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minx",1,1,1 ], "a bold, flirtatious, or scheming woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "minyan" ,1, 1, 1],"service, namely, at least ten males over thirteen years of age|",2). c_DEF([ "minyan" ,1, 1, 1],"the number of persons required by Jewish law to be present for a religious",1). c_DEF([ "min|" ,1, 1, 1],"mineralogy or",1). c_DEF([ "min|" ,1, 1, 2],"ineralogical",1). c_DEF([ "min|" ,1, 1, 3],"minimum",1). c_DEF([ "min|" ,1, 1, 4],"mining",1). c_DEF([ "min|" ,1, 1, 5],"minute or minute",1). c_DEF([ "miombo",1,1,1 ], "(in E Africa) a dry wooded area with sparse deciduous growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miosis",1,1,1 ], "excessive contraction of the pupil of the eye, as in response to drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miosis",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of meiosis ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mir",1,1,1 ], "a peasant commune in prerevolutionary Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirabile dictu",1,1,1 ], "wonderful to relate amazing to say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miracidium",1,1,1 ], "asexually to other larval forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miracidium",1,1,1 ], "the flat ciliated larva of flukes that hatches from the egg and gives rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miracle play",1,1,1 ], "a medieval play based on a biblical story or the life of a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miracle",1,1,1 ], "a marvellous event attributed to a supernatural cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miracle",1,1,2 ], "any amazing or wonderful event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miracle",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that is a marvellous example of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miracle",1,1,4 ], "short for miracle play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miracle",1,1,5 ], "being or seeming a miracle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miraculous",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or caused by a miracle; marvellous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miraculous",1,1,2 ], "surprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miraculous",1,1,3 ], "having the power to work miracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirador",1,1,1 ], "a window, balcony, or turret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirage",1,1,1 ], "an image of a distant object or sheet of water, often inverted or distorted," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirage",1,1,1 ], "caused by atmospheric refraction by hot air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mirage",1,1,2 ], "something illusory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mire",1,1,1 ], "a boggy or marshy area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mire",1,2,1 ], "to sink or cause to sink in a mire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mire",1,3,1 ], "to make dirty or muddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mire",1,4,1 ], "to involve, esp| in difficulties, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirepoix",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of sauteed root vegetables used as a base for braising meat or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirepoix",1,1,1 ], "various sauces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mirk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of murk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror carp",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio) with reduced scales, giving a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror carp",1,1,1 ], "smooth shiny body surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mirror image",1,1,1 ], "an image as observed in a mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror image",1,1,2 ], "an object that corresponds to another object in the same way as it would" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror image",1,1,2 ], "correspond to its image in a mirror" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mirror symmetry",1,1,1 ], "symmetry about a plane (mirror plane) that divides the object or system into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror symmetry",1,1,1 ], "two mutual mirror images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mirror writing",1,1,1 ], "backward writing that forms a mirror image of normal writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror",1,1,1 ], "a surface, such as polished metal or glass coated with a metal film, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror",1,1,1 ], "it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mirror",1,1,1 ], "reflects light without diffusion and produces an image of an object placed in front of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mirror",1,1,2 ], "such a reflecting surface mounted in a frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror",1,1,3 ], "any reflecting surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror",1,1,4 ], "a thing that reflects or depicts something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirror",1,2,1 ], "to reflect, represent, or depict faithfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirth",1,1,1 ], "laughter, gaiety, or merriment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirza",1,1,1 ], "(in Iran) a title of respect placed before the surname of an official," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mirza",1,1,1 ], "scholar, or other distinguished man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mirza",1,1,2 ], "a royal prince: used as a title after a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mis",1,1,1 ], "a call in solo whist and other card games declaring a hand that will win no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mis",1,1,1 ], "tricks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mis",1,1,2 ], "a hand that will win no tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mis-",1,1,1 ], "wrong, bad, or erroneous; wrongly, badly, or erroneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mis-",1,1,2 ], "lack of; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mis-",2,1,1 ], "variant of miso- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misadventure",1,1,1 ], "an unlucky event; misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misadventure",1,1,2 ], "accidental death not due to crime or negligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misalliance",1,1,1 ], "an unsuitable alliance or marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misanthrope",1,1,1 ], "a person who dislikes or distrusts other people or mankind in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misapply",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to apply wrongly or badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misapply",1,1,2 ], "another word for misappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misapprehend",1,1,1 ], "to misunderstand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misappropriate",1,1,1 ], "to appropriate for a wrong or dishonest use embezzle or steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misbecome",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to be unbecoming to or unsuitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misbegotten",1,1,1 ], "unlawfully obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misbegotten",1,1,2 ], "badly conceived, planned, or designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misbegotten",1,1,3 ], "illegitimate; bastard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misbehave",1,1,1 ], "to behave (oneself) badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misbelief",1,1,1 ], "a false or unorthodox belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscalculate",1,1,1 ], "to calculate wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscall",1,1,1 ], "to call by the wrong name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscall",1,1,2 ], "to abuse or malign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscarriage",1,1,1 ], "(m$Is!kr$Id#f, !m$Iskr-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscarriage",1,1,2 ], "pregnancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miscarriage",1,1,2 ], "spontaneous expulsion of a fetus from the womb, esp| prior to the 20th week of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscarriage",1,1,3 ], "an act of mismanagement or failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscarriage",1,1,4 ], "the failure of freight to reach its destination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscarry",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to expel a fetus prematurely from the womb; abort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscarry",1,1,2 ], "to fail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscarry",1,1,3 ], "(of freight, mail, etc|) to fail to reach a destination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscast",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cast badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscast",1,1,1,1 ], "to cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscast",1,1,2 ], "(a role or the roles) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscast",1,1,3 ], "(a play, film, etc|) inappropriately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscast",1,1,3,2 ], "to assign an inappropriate role to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscegenation",1,1,1 ], "interbreeding of races, esp| where differences of pigmentation are involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscellanea",1,1,1 ], "a collection of miscellaneous items, esp| literary works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscellaneous",1,1,1 ], "composed of or containing a variety of things; mixed; varied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscellaneous",1,1,2 ], "having varied capabilities, sides, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscellanist",1,1,1 ], "a writer of miscellanies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscellany",1,1,1 ], "a miscellaneous collection of items, esp| essays, poems, etc|, by different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscellany",1,1,1 ], "authors in one volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misch metal",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of cerium and other rare earth metals, used esp| as a flint in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misch metal",1,1,1 ], "cigarette lighters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mischance",1,1,1 ], "bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischance",1,1,2 ], "a stroke of bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischief",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mischief",1,1,1 ], "wayward but not malicious behaviour, usually of children, that causes trouble," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischief",1,1,2 ], "a playful inclination to behave in this way or to tease or disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischief",1,1,3 ], "a person who indulges in or causes mischief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischief",1,1,4 ], "injury or harm caused by a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischief",1,1,5 ], "a source of trouble, difficulty, etc| floods are a great mischief to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischief",1,1,5 ], "farmer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mischievous",1,1,1 ], "inclined to acts of mischief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischievous",1,1,2 ], "teasing; slightly malicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mischievous",1,1,3 ], "causing or intended to cause harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscible",1,1,1 ], "capable of mixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconceive",1,1,1 ], "to fail to understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconception",1,1,1 ], "a false or mistaken view, opinion, or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconduct",1,1,1 ], "(m$Is!k$And'kt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconduct",1,1,2 ], "behaviour, such as adultery or professional negligence, that is regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconduct",1,1,2 ], "immoral or unethical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misconduct",1,3,1 ], "to conduct (oneself) in such a way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconduct",1,3,2 ], "to manage (something) badly| &855" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconstruction",1,1,1 ], "a false interpretation of evidence, facts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconstruction",1,1,2 ], "a faulty construction, esp| in grammar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misconstrue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to interpret mistakenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscount",1,1,1 ], "to count or calculate incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscount",1,2,1 ], "a false count or calculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscreance",1,1,1 ], "lack of religious belief or faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscreant",1,1,1 ], "a wrongdoer or villain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscreant",1,1,2 ], "an unbeliever or heretic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscreant",1,2,1 ], "evil or villainous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscreant",1,2,2 ], "unbelieving or heretical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscreate",1,1,1 ], "to create (something) badly or incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscreate",1,2,1 ], "badly or unnaturally formed or made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miscue" ,1, 1, 1],"a faulty stroke in which the cue tip slips off the cue ball or misses it",1). c_DEF([ "miscue" ,1, 1, 1],"altogether",2). c_DEF([ "miscue" ,1, 1, 2],"a blunder or mistake",1). c_DEF([ "misc|",1,1,1 ], "miscellaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misc|",1,1,2 ], "miscellany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdate",1,1,1 ], "to date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdate",1,1,2 ], "(a letter, event, etc|) wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdeal",1,1,1 ], "to deal out cards incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdeal",1,2,1 ], "a faulty deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdeed",1,1,1 ], "an evil or illegal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdemean",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for misbehave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdemeanant",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person who has committed or been convicted of a misdemeanour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdemeanour",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an offence generally less heinous than a felony and which until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdemeanour",1,1,1 ], "1967 involved a different form of trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misdemeanour",1,1,2 ], "any minor offence or transgression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdirect",1,1,1 ], "to give (a person) wrong directions or instructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdirect",1,1,2 ], "to address (a letter, parcel, etc|) wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misdoubt",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for doubt or suspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mise en sc",1,1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of properties, scenery, etc|, in a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mise en sc",1,1,1,2 ], "the objects so arranged; stage setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mise en sc",1,1,2 ], "the environment of an event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mise",1,1,1 ], "the issue in the obsolete writ of right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mise",1,1,2 ], "an agreed settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miser",1,1,1 ], "a person who hoards money or possessions, often living miserably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miser",1,1,2 ], "selfish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserable",1,1,1 ], "unhappy or depressed; wretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserable",1,1,2 ], "causing misery, discomfort, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserable",1,1,3 ], "contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserable",1,1,4 ], "sordid or squalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserable",1,1,5 ], "mean; stingy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserable",1,1,6 ], "(pejorative intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserere",1,1,1 ], "another word for misericord ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misericord",1,1,1 ], "a ledge projecting from the underside of the hinged seat of a choir stall in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misericord",1,1,1 ], "church, on which the occupant can support himself while standing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misericord",1,1,1,1 ], "a relaxation of certain monastic rules for infirm or aged monks or nuns|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misericord",1,1,1,2 ], "a monastery where such relaxations can be enjoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misericord",1,1,2 ], "a small medieval dagger used to give the death stroke to a wounded foe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miserly",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a miser; avaricious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misery",1,1,1 ], "intense unhappiness, discomfort, or suffering; wretchedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misery",1,1,2 ], "a cause of such unhappiness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misery",1,1,3 ], "squalid or poverty-stricken conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misery",1,1,4 ], "a person who is habitually depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misery",1,1,5 ], "a pain or ailment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfeasance",1,1,1 ], "the improper performance of an act that is lawful in itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfile",1,1,1 ], "to file (papers, etc|) wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfire",1,1,1 ], "(of a firearm or its projectile) to fail to fire, explode, or ignite as or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfire",1,1,1 ], "when expected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misfire",1,1,2 ], "(of a motor engine or vehicle, etc|) to fail to fire at the appropriate time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfire",1,1,2 ], "often causing a backfire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misfire",1,1,3 ], "to fail to operate or occur as intended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfire",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of misfiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfit",1,1,1 ], "a person not suited in behaviour or attitude to a particular social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfit",1,1,1 ], "environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misfit",1,1,2 ], "something that does not fit or fits badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfit",1,2,1 ], "to fail to fit or be fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfortune",1,1,1 ], "evil fortune; bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misfortune",1,1,2 ], "an unfortunate or disastrous event; calamity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misgive",1,1,1 ], "to make or be apprehensive or suspicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misgiving",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of uncertainty, apprehension, or doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misgovern",1,1,1 ], "to govern badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misguide",1,1,1 ], "to guide or direct wrongly or badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misguided",1,1,1 ], "foolish or unreasonable, esp| in action or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mishandle",1,1,1 ], "to handle or treat badly or inefficiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mishap",1,1,1 ], "an unfortunate accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mishap",1,1,2 ], "bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mishear",1,1,1 ], "to fail to hear correctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mishit",1,1,1 ], "a faulty shot or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mishit",1,2,1 ], "to hit (a ball) with a faulty stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mishmash",1,1,1 ], "a confused collection or mixture; hodgepodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misinform",1,1,1 ], "to give incorrect information to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misinterpret",1,1,1 ], "to interpret badly, misleadingly, or incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misjoinder",1,1,1 ], "different causes of action in one suit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misjoinder",1,1,1 ], "the improper joining of parties as coplaintiffs or codefendants or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misjudge",1,1,1 ], "to judge (a person or persons) wrongly or unfairly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mislay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to lose (something) temporarily, esp| by forgetting where it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mislay",1,1,2 ], "to lay (something) badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mislead",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to give false or misleading information to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mislead",1,1,2 ], "to lead or guide in the wrong direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misleading",1,1,1 ], "tending to confuse or mislead; deceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mislike" ,1, 1, 1],"to dislike",1). c_DEF([ "mislike" ,1, 2, 1],"dislike",1). c_DEF([ "mismanage",1,1,1 ], "to manage badly or wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mismatch",1,1,1 ], "to match badly, esp| in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mismatch",1,2,1 ], "a bad or inappropriate match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misnomer",1,1,1 ], "an incorrect or unsuitable name or term for a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misnomer",1,1,2 ], "the act of referring to a person by the wrong name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miso",1,1,1 ], "a thick brown salty paste made from soya beans, used to flavour savoury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miso",1,1,1 ], "dishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miso-",1,1,1 ], "indicating hatred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misogamy",1,1,1 ], "hatred of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misogyny",1,1,1 ], "hatred of women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misology",1,1,1 ], "hatred of reasoning or reasoned argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misoneism",1,1,1 ], "hatred of anything new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mispickel",1,1,1 ], "another name for arsenopyrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misplace",1,1,1 ], "forgetting where it was placed; mislay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misplace",1,1,1 ], "to put (something) in the wrong place, esp| to lose (something) temporarily by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misplace",1,1,2 ], "to bestow (trust, confidence, affection, etc|) inadvisedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misplaced modifier",1,1,1 ], "Peter's future seemed bleak indeed|Usual U|S| name: dangling participle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "misplaced modifier",1,1,1 ], "a participle intended to modify a noun but having the wrong grammatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misplaced modifier",1,1,1 ], "relationship to it as for example having left in the sentence Having left Europe for good," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misplay",1,1,1 ], "to play badly or wrongly in games or sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misplay",1,2,1 ], "a wrong or unskilful play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misplead",1,1,1 ], "to plead incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mispleading",1,1,1 ], "an error or omission in pleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misprint",1,1,1 ], "an error in printing, made through damaged type, careless reading, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misprint",1,3,1 ], "to print (a letter) incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misprision",1,1,1,1 ], "a failure to inform the proper authorities of the commission of an act of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misprision",1,1,1,1 ], "treason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "misprision",1,1,1,2 ], "the deliberate concealment of the commission of a felony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misprision",2,1,1 ], "contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misprision",2,1,2 ], "failure to appreciate the value of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misprize",1,1,1 ], "to fail to appreciate the value of; undervalue or disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mispronounce",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce (a word) wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misquote",1,1,1 ], "to quote (a text, speech, etc|) inaccurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misread",1,1,1 ], "to read incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misread",1,1,2 ], "to misinterpret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misreport",1,1,1 ], "to report falsely or inaccurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misreport",1,2,1 ], "an inaccurate or false report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misrepresent",1,1,1 ], "to represent wrongly or inaccurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misrule",1,1,1 ], "to govern inefficiently or without humanity or justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misrule",1,2,1 ], "inefficient or inhumane government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misrule",1,2,2 ], "disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss out",1,1,1 ], "to fail to experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,1,1 ], "goal, target, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,1,1 ], "to fail to reach, hit, meet, find, or attain (some specified or implied aim," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,2,1 ], "to fail to attend or be present for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,3,1 ], "to fail to see, hear, understand, or perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,4,1 ], "to lose, overlook, or fail to take advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,5,1 ], "to leave out; omit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,6,1 ], "to discover or regret the loss or absence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,7,1 ], "to escape or avoid (something, esp| a danger), usually narrowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,7,2 ], "miss the boat| to lose an opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,8,1 ], "a failure to reach, hit, meet, find, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",1,8,2 ], "give (something) a miss| Informal| to avoid (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",2,1,1 ], "fashion trade use|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",2,1,2 ], "an unmarried woman or girl, esp| a schoolgirl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miss",2,1,3 ], "a garment size in young women's clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missal",1,1,1 ], "a book containing the prayers, etc|, of the Masses for a complete year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missel thrush",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of mistle thrush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misshape",1,1,1 ], "to shape badly; deform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misshape",1,2,1 ], "something that is badly shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misshapen",1,1,1 ], "badly shaped; deformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missile",1,1,1 ], "any object or weapon that is thrown at a target or shot from an engine, gun," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missile",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "missile",1,1,1,1 ], "a rocket-propelled weapon that flies either in a fixed trajectory (ballistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missile",1,1,1,1 ], "missile) or in a trajectory that can be controlled during flight (guided missile)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "missile",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missilery",1,1,1 ], "missiles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missilery",1,1,2 ], "the design, operation, or study of missiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missing link",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical extinct animal or animal group, formerly thought to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missing link",1,1,1 ], "intermediate between the anthropoid apes and man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "missing link",1,1,2 ], "any missing section or part in an otherwise complete series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missing",1,1,1 ], "not present; absent or lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missing",1,1,2 ], "not able to be traced and not known to be dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,1 ], "a specific task or duty assigned to a person or group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,2 ], "a person's vocation (often in the phrase mission in life)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,3 ], "a group of persons representing or working for a particular country, business," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,3 ], "etc|, in a foreign country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,3,1 ], "a group of people sent by a religious body, esp| a Christian church, to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,3,1 ], "a special embassy sent to a foreign country for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,3,1 ], "foreign country to do religious and social work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,3,2 ], "U|S| a permanent legation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,3,2 ], "the campaign undertaken by such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,4 ], "a building or group of buildings in which missionary work is performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,4,3 ], "the area assigned to a particular missionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,5 ], "the dispatch of aircraft or spacecraft to achieve a particular task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,6 ], "a church or chapel that has no incumbent of its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,7 ], "a charitable centre that offers shelter, aid, or advice to the destitute or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,7 ], "underprivileged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,8 ], "of or relating to an ecclesiastical mission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,9 ], "(of furniture) in the style of the early Spanish missions of the southwestern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,1,9 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mission",1,2,1 ], "to direct a mission to or establish a mission in (a given region)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missionary",1,1,1 ], "a| a member of a religious mission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missionary",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missioner",1,1,1 ], "another name for missionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missioner",1,1,2 ], "a person heading a parochial mission in a Christian country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missis",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missis",1,1,2 ], "one's wife or the wife of the person addressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missive",1,1,1 ], "a formal or official letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missive",1,1,2 ], "a formal word for letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missive",1,2,1 ], "sent or intended to be sent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misspell",1,1,1 ], "to spell (a word or words) wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misspelling",1,1,1 ], "a wrong spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misspend",1,1,1 ], "to spend thoughtlessly or wastefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misstate",1,1,1 ], "to state incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misstep",1,1,1 ], "a false step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misstep",1,1,2 ], "an error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missus",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of missis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "missy",1,1,1 ], "an affectionate or sometimes disparaging form of address to a young girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mist",1,1,1 ], "a thin fog resulting from condensation in the air near the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mist",1,1,2 ], "such an atmospheric condition with a horizontal visibility of 1-2 kilometres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mist",1,1,3 ], "a fine spray of any liquid, such as that produced by an aerosol container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mist",1,1,4 ], "a colloidal suspension of a liquid in a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mist",1,1,5 ], "condensed water vapour on a surface that blurs the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mist",1,1,6 ], "something that causes haziness or lack of clarity, such as a film of tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mist",1,2,1 ], "to cover or be covered with or as if with mist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistakable",1,1,1 ], "liable to be mistaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistake" ,1, 1, 1],"an error or blunder in action, opinion, or judgment",1). c_DEF([ "mistake" ,1, 1, 2],"a misconception or misunderstanding",1). c_DEF([ "mistake" ,1, 2, 1],"to misunderstand; misinterpret",1). c_DEF([ "mistake" ,1, 2, 3],"foll| by for) to take (for), interpret (as), or confuse (with)",1). c_DEF([ "mistake" ,1, 2, 4],"to choose badly or incorrectly",1). c_DEF([ "mistake" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|) to make a mistake in action, opinion, judgment, etc",1). c_DEF([ "mistaken",1,1,1 ], "wrong in opinion, judgment, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistaken",1,1,2 ], "arising from error in judgment, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistal",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a cowshed; byre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the official form of address for subordinate or senior warrant officers",1). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"the captain|c| U|S| Navy",2). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"the official form of address for all officers in a merchant ship, other than",1). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 2],"an informal form of address for a man",1). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 3],"esp| to the more junior",2). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 3],"the official form of address used by the commanding officer to his officers,",1). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 4],"the form of address for a surgeon",1). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 1, 5],"the form of address for officials holding certain positions",1). c_DEF([ "mister" ,1, 2, 2],"to call (someone) mister",1). c_DEF([ "mistigris",1,1,1 ], "the joker or a blank card used as a wild card in a variety of draw poker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistigris",1,1,2 ], "the variety of draw poker using this card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistime",1,1,1 ], "to time (an action, utterance, etc|) wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistle thrush",1,1,1 ], "a large European thrush, Turdus viscivorus, with a brown back and spotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistle thrush",1,1,1 ], "breast, noted for feeding on mistletoe berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mistletoe",1,1,1 ], "Christmas decoration: family Loranthaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mistletoe",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian evergreen shrub, Viscum album, with leathery leaves, yellowish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistletoe",1,1,1 ], "flowers, and waxy white berries: grows as a partial parasite on various trees: used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mistletoe",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related American plants, esp| Phoradendron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistletoe",1,1,2 ], "flavescens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mistletoe",1,1,3 ], "mistletoe cactus| an epiphytic cactus, Rhipsalis cassytha, that grows in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistletoe",1,1,3 ], "tropical America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mistook",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistral",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean coast, mainly in the winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mistral",1,1,1 ], "a strong cold dry wind that blows through the Rhone valley and S France to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistreat",1,1,1 ], "to treat badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who has a continuing extramarital sexual relationship with a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistress",1,1,2 ], "a household" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mistress",1,1,2 ], "a woman in a position of authority, ownership, or control, such as the head of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistress",1,1,3 ], "a woman or female personification having control over something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistress",1,1,4 ], "short for schoolmistress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistress",1,1,5 ], "an archaic or dialect word for sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistrial",1,1,1 ], "a trial made void because of some error, such as a defect in procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistrial",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) an inconclusive trial, as when a jury cannot agree on a verdict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistrust",1,1,1 ], "to have doubts or suspicions about (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mistrust",1,2,1 ], "distrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misty",1,1,1 ], "mistier, mistiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misty",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or resembling mist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misty",1,1,3 ], "obscured by or as if by mist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misty",1,1,4 ], "indistinct; blurred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misunderstand",1,1,1 ], "to fail to understand properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misunderstanding",1,1,1 ], "a failure to understand properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misunderstanding",1,1,2 ], "a disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misunderstood",1,1,1 ], "not properly or sympathetically understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misuse",1,1,1 ], "erroneous, improper, or unorthodox use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misuse",1,1,2 ], "cruel or inhumane treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misuse",1,2,1 ], "to use wrongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misuse",1,2,2 ], "to treat badly or harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misuser",1,1,1 ], "an abuse of some right, privilege, office, etc|, such as one that may lead to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "misuser",1,1,1 ], "its forfeiture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitch",1,1,1 ], "to play truant from school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mite",1,1,1 ], "(or Acari) that can occur in terrestrial or aquatic habitats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mite",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small free-living or parasitic arachnids of the order Acarina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mite",2,1,1 ], "a very small particle, creature, or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mite",2,1,2 ], "a very small contribution or sum of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mite",2,1,3 ], "a former Flemish coin of small value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mite",2,1,4 ], "a mite|Informal| somewhat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miter",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of mitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miterwort",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of mitrewort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mither",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mithridate",1,1,1 ], "a substance believed to be an antidote to every poison and a cure for every" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mithridate",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mithridatism",1,1,1 ], "doses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mithridatism",1,1,1 ], "immunity to large doses of poison by prior ingestion of gradually increased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "miticide",1,1,1 ], "any drug or agent that destroys mites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitigate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become less severe or harsh; moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitigating circumstances",1,1,1 ], "circumstances that may be considered to lessen the culpability of an offender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitis",1,1,1 ], "a malleable iron, fluid enough for casting, made by adding a small amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitis",1,1,1 ], "aluminium to wrought iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitochondrion",1,1,1 ], "a small spherical or rodlike body, bounded by a double membrane, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitochondrion",1,1,1 ], "cytoplasm of most cells: contains enzymes responsible for energy production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitosis",1,1,1 ], "a method of cell division, in which the nucleus divides into daughter nuclei," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitosis",1,1,1 ], "each containing the same number of chromosomes as the parent nucleus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitrailleuse",1,1,1 ], "an early form of breech-loading machine gun having several parallel barrels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitral valve",1,1,1 ], "consisting of two membranous flaps, that prevents regurgitation of blood into the atrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitral valve",1,1,1 ], "the valve between the left atrium and the left ventricle of the heart," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitral",1,1,1 ], "of or like a mitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitral",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the mitral valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre block",1,1,1 ], "a block of wood with slots for cutting mitre joints with a saw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre box",1,1,1 ], "an open-ended box with sides having narrow slots to guide a saw in cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre box",1,1,1 ], "mitre joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitre joint",1,1,1 ], "a corner joint formed between two pieces of material, esp| wood, by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre joint",1,1,1 ], "bevels of equal angles at the ends of each piece| Sometimes shortened to mitre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitre square",1,1,1 ], "a mitre joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitre square",1,1,1 ], "a tool with two blades that are at a fixed angle to one another, used to bevel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a tall pointed cleft cap with two bands hanging down at the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,1,1 ], "the liturgical headdress of a bishop or abbot, in most western churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,1,2 ], "short for mitre joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,1,3 ], "a bevelled surface of a mitre joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,1,4 ], "(in sewing) a diagonal join where the hems along two sides meet at a corner of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,1,4 ], "the fabric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,2,1 ], "to make a mitre joint between (two pieces of wood, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,2,2 ], "to make a mitre in (a fabric)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitre",1,2,3 ], "to confer a mitre upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitrewort",1,1,1 ], "Mitella, having clusters of small white flowers and capsules resembling a bishop's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitrewort",1,1,1 ], "any of several Asian and North American saxifragaceous plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitrewort",1,1,1 ], "mitre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mitt",1,1,1 ], "any of various glove-like hand coverings, such as one that does not cover the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitt",1,1,1 ], "fingers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitt",1,1,2 ], "a large round thickly padded leather mitten worn by the catcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitt",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitt",1,1,4 ], "a boxing glove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitten",1,1,1 ], "a glove having one section for the thumb and a single section for the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitten",1,1,1 ], "fingers| Sometimes shortened to mitt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitten",1,1,2 ], "a boxing glove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mittimus",1,1,1 ], "a warrant of commitment to prison or a command to a jailer directing him to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mittimus",1,1,1 ], "hold someone in prison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mitzvah",1,1,1 ], "a commandment or precept, esp| one found in the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mitzvah",1,1,2 ], "a good deed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,1,1 ], "mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,1,1 ], "to combine or blend (ingredients, liquids, objects, etc|) together into one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,10,1 ], "to merge (two lengths of film) so that the effect is imperceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,10,2 ], "mix it| Informal| to cause mischief or trouble, often for a person named" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,11,1 ], "the act or an instance of mixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,11,2 ], "the result of mixing; mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,11,3 ], "a mixture of ingredients, esp| one commercially prepared for making a cake," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,11,3 ], "bread, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,11,4 ], "a state of confusion, bewilderment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,2,1 ], "to become or have the capacity to become combined, joined, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,3,1 ], "to form (something) by combining two or more constituents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,4,1 ], "to add as an additional part or element (to a mass or compound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,5,1 ], "to do at the same time; combine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,6,1 ], "to consume (drinks or foods) in close succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,6,2 ], "to come or cause to come into association socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,7,1 ], "to go together; complement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,8,1 ], "or less at random" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,8,1 ], "to crossbreed (differing strains of plants or breeds of livestock), esp| more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix",1,9,1 ], "to combine (two or more signals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a confused condition or situation",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 1, 2],"a fight",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to make into a mixture",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 3],"to confuse or confound",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 4],"(often passive) to put (someone) into a state of confusion",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 5],"(foll| by in or with",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 6],"illegal)",2). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 6],"usually passive) to involve in (an activity or group, esp| one that is",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 7],"mix it up| U|S| informal",1). c_DEF([ "mix-up" ,1, 2, 8],"to fight",1). c_DEF([ "mixed bag",1,1,1 ], "something composed of diverse elements, characteristics, people, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed blessing",1,1,1 ], "an event, situation, etc|, having both advantages and disadvantages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed bud",1,1,1 ], "a bud containing both rudimentary flowers and foliage leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed crystal",1,1,1 ], "a crystal consisting of a solid solution of two or more distinct compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed doubles",1,1,1 ], "a doubles game with a man and a woman as partners on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed farming",1,1,1 ], "combined arable and livestock farming (on mixed farms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed grill",1,1,1 ], "a dish made of several kinds of grilled meats, often served with grilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed grill",1,1,1 ], "tomatoes and mushrooms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mixed language",1,1,1 ], "any language containing items of vocabulary or other linguistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed language",1,1,1 ], "characteristics borrowed from two or more existing languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mixed marriage",1,1,1 ], "a marriage between persons of different races or religions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed metaphor",1,1,1 ], "a combination of incongruous metaphors, as when the Nazi jackboots sing their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixed metaphor",1,1,1 ], "swansong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 1],"formed or blended together by mixing",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 2],"composed of different elements, races, sexes, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"having the nature of both a real and a personal action, such as a demand for",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"the loss",3). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"the return of wrongfully withheld property as well as for damages to compensate for",2). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"having aspects or issues determinable by different persons or bodies",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a legal action, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"(of a number)",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 4],"(of an inflorescence) containing cymose and racemose branches",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"(of a decimal) consisting of the sum of an integer and a decimal fraction, as",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"17|43",2). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 5, 3],"(of an algebraic expression) consisting of the sum of a polynomial and a",1). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 5, 3],"rational fraction, such as 2",2). c_DEF([ "mixed" ,1, 1, 5],"consisting of the sum of an integer and a fraction, as 5",1). c_DEF([ "mixed-up",1,1,1 ], "in a state of mental confusion; perplexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that mixes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,1,1 ], "a person considered in relation to his ability to mix socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,1,2 ], "a person who creates trouble for others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,2 ], "a kitchen appliance, usually electrical, used for mixing foods, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,3 ], "a drink such as ginger ale, fruit juice, etc|, used in preparing cocktails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,4 ], "a device in which two or more input signals are combined to give a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,4 ], "output signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mixer",1,1,5 ], "short for sound mixer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixolydian",1,1,1 ], "natural diatonic scale from G to G" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mixolydian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting an authentic mode represented by the ascending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,1 ], "the act of mixing or state of being mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,2 ], "something mixed; a result of mixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,3 ], "a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together without any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,3 ], "chemical bonding between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,4 ], "a liquid medicine in which an insoluble compound is suspended in the liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,5 ], "a harmonic series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,5 ], "an organ stop that controls several ranks of pipes sounding the upper notes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mixture",1,1,6 ], "the mixture of petrol vapour and air in an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mizzen",1,1,1 ], "a sail set on a mizzenmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mizzen",1,1,2 ], "short for mizzenmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mizzen",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to any kind of gear used with a mizzenmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mizzenmast",1,1,1 ], "(on a yawl, ketch, or dandy) the after mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mizzenmast",1,1,2 ], "(on a vessel with three or more masts) the third mast from the bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mizzle",1,2,1 ], "a dialect word for drizzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mizzle",2,1,1 ], "to decamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mi|",1,1,1 ], "mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mks units",1,1,1 ], "a metric system of units based on the metre, kilogram, and second as the units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mks units",1,1,1 ], "of length, mass, and time; it forms the basis of the SI units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mkt|",1,1,1 ], "market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mk|",1,1,1 ], "mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mk|",1,1,2 ], "markka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ml",1,1,1 ], "millilitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ml",1,1,2 ], "mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mlange",1,1,1 ], "a mixture; confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mm",1,1,1 ], "millimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mmHg",1,1,1 ], "millimetre(s) of mercury (a unit of pressure equal to the pressure that can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mmHg",1,1,1 ], "support a column of mercury 1 millimetre high)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mnage",1,1,1 ], "a sexual arrangement involving a married couple and the lover of one of them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mnage",1,1,1 ], "the persons of a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mnemonic",1,1,1 ], "aiding or meant to aid one's memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mnemonic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to memory or mnemonics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mnemonic",1,2,1 ], "something, such as a verse, to assist memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mnemonics",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of improving or of aiding the memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mnemonics",1,1,2 ], "a system of rules to aid the memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mo",1,1,1 ], "short for moment ,1,1(esp| in the phrase half a mo)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mo",1,1,2 ], "short for moustache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moa",1,1,1 ], "New Zealand (see ratite)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moa",1,1,1 ], "any large flightless bird of the recently extinct order Dinornithiformes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moan",1,1,1 ], "a low prolonged mournful sound expressive of suffering or pleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moan",1,1,2 ], "any similar mournful sound, esp| that made by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moan",1,1,3 ], "a grumble or complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moan",1,2,1 ], "to utter (words, etc|) in a low mournful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moan",1,3,1 ], "to make a sound like a moan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moan",1,3,2 ], "to lament (esp| in the phrase moan and groan)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moat",1,1,1 ], "a wide water-filled ditch surrounding a fortified place, such as a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moat",1,2,1 ], "to surround with or as if with a moat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a riotous or disorderly crowd of people; rabble",1). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 1, 2],"a group or class of people, animals, or things",1). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 1, 3],"the masses",1). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 1, 4],"a gang of criminals",1). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 3, 1],"to attack in a group resembling a mob",1). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 3, 2],"to surround, esp| in order to acclaim",1). c_DEF([ "mob" ,1, 3, 3],"to crowd into (a building, plaza, etc|)|~",1). c_DEF([ "mobcap",1,1,1 ], "a woman's large cotton cap with a pouched crown and usually a frill, worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobcap",1,1,1 ], "esp| during the 18th century| Often shortened to mob" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mobile home",1,1,1 ], "living quarters mounted on wheels and capable of being towed by a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile home",1,1,1 ], "vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mobile library",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle providing lending library facilities| U|S| equivalent: bookmobile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,1,1 ], "having freedom of movement; movable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,1,2 ], "changing quickly in expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,1,3 ], "(of individuals or social groups) moving within and between classes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,1,3 ], "occupations, and localities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,1,4 ], "(of military forces) able to move freely and quickly to any given area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,2,1 ], "having transport available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,3,1,1 ], "a sculpture suspended in midair with delicately balanced parts that are set in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,3,1,1 ], "motion by air currents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobile",1,3,2 ], "short for mobile library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobilize",1,1,1 ], "armed services, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mobilize",1,1,1 ], "to prepare for war or other emergency by organizing (national resources, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobilize",1,2,1 ], "to organize for a purpose; marshal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobilize",1,3,1 ], "to put into motion, circulation, or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobocracy",1,1,1 ], "rule or domination by a mob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobocracy",1,1,2 ], "the mob that rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobs",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) great numbers or quantities; lots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobs",1,2,1 ], "a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mobster",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| slang word for gangster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moccasin flower",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American orchids of the genus Cypripedium with a pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moccasin flower",1,1,1 ], "solitary flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moccasin telegraph",1,1,1 ], "the transmission of rumour or secret information; the grapevine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moccasin",1,1,1 ], "a shoe of soft leather, esp| deerskin, worn by North American Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moccasin",1,1,2 ], "any soft shoe resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moccasin",1,1,3 ], "short for water moccasin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mocha stone",1,1,1 ], "another name for moss agate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mocha",1,1,1 ], "a strongly flavoured dark brown coffee originally imported from Arabia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mocha",1,1,2 ], "a flavouring made from coffee and chocolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mocha",1,1,3 ], "a soft glove leather with a suede finish, made from goatskin or sheepskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mocha",1,1,3,1 ], "a dark brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mocha",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock moon",1,1,1 ], "another name for paraselene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock orange",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the genus Philadelphus, esp| P| coronarius, with white fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock orange",1,1,1 ], "flowers resembling those of the orange: family Philadelphaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mock orange",1,1,2 ], "any other shrub or tree resembling the orange tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock sun",1,1,1 ], "another name for parhelion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock turtle soup",1,1,1 ], "an imitation turtle soup made from the calf's head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to behave with scorn or contempt (towards);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,1,1 ], "show ridicule (for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,2,1 ], "to imitate, esp| in fun; mimic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,3,1 ], "to deceive, disappoint, or delude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,4,1 ], "to defy or frustrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,5,1 ], "the act of mocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,5,2 ], "a person or thing mocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,5,3 ], "a counterfeit; imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,6,1 ], "sham or counterfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock",1,6,2 ], "serving as an imitation or substitute, esp| for practice purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock-heroic",1,1,1 ], "(of a literary work, esp| a poem) imitating the style of heroic poetry in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock-heroic",1,1,1 ], "order to satirize an unheroic subject, as in Pope's The Rape of the Lock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mock-heroic",1,2,1 ], "burlesque imitation of the heroic style or a single work in this style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mock-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a working full-scale model of a machine, apparatus, etc|, for testing,",1). c_DEF([ "mock-up" ,1, 1, 1],"research, etc",2). c_DEF([ "mock-up" ,1, 1, 2],"a layout of printed matter",1). c_DEF([ "mock-up" ,1, 3, 1],"to build or make a mock-up of",1). c_DEF([ "mockers" ,1, 1, 1],"to ruin the chances of success of|Also (Austral|): put the mock on",1). c_DEF([ "mockery",1,1,1 ], "ridicule, contempt, or derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mockery",1,1,2 ], "a derisive action or comment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mockery",1,1,3 ], "an imitation or pretence, esp| a derisive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mockery",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that is mocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mockery",1,1,5 ], "a person, thing, or action that is inadequate or disappointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mockingbird",1,1,1 ], "any American songbird of the family Mimidae, having a long tail and grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mockingbird",1,1,1 ], "plumage: noted for their ability to mimic the song of other birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mod cons",1,1,1 ], "modern conveniences; the usual installations of a modern house, such as hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mod cons",1,1,1 ], "water, heating, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mod",1,1,1 ], "early 1960s in Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mod",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any fashion in dress regarded as stylish, esp| that of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mod",1,2,1 ], "a member of a group of teenagers in the mid-1960s, noted for their clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mod",1,2,1 ], "consciousness and opposition to the rockers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mod",2,1,1 ], "an annual Highland meeting with musical and literary competitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal logic",1,1,1 ], "contingency, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modal logic",1,1,1 ], "the logical study of such philosophical concepts as necessity, possibility," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal logic",1,1,2 ], "epistemological, and psychological concepts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modal logic",1,1,2 ], "the logical study of concepts whose formal properties resemble certain moral," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of mode or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,2 ], "(of a verb form or auxiliary verb) expressing a distinction of mood, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,2 ], "do, may, must, need, ought, shall, should, will, and would" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,2 ], "that between possibility and actuality|The modal auxiliaries in English include can," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,3 ], "characterized by or expressing logical modality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the form of a thing as opposed to its attributes, substance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to a mode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modal",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to a statistical mode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modality",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being modal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modality",1,1,2 ], "a quality, attribute, or circumstance that denotes mode, mood, or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modality",1,1,3 ], "affirms or denies the impossibility, possibility, contingency, or necessity of its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modality",1,1,3 ], "content" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "modality",1,1,3 ], "the qualification by which a proposition is classified depending on whether it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modality",1,1,4 ], "any physical or electrical therapeutic method or agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modality",1,1,5 ], "any of the five senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,1 ], "a manner or way of doing, acting, or existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,2 ], "the current fashion or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,2,1 ], "any of the various scales of notes within one octave, esp| any of the twelve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,2,1 ], "music until 1600" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,2,1 ], "natural diatonic scales taken in ascending order used in plainsong, folksong, and art" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,2,2 ], "(in the music of classical Greece) any of the descending diatonic scales from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,2,2 ], "which the liturgical modes evolved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,2,3 ], "either of the two main scale systems in music since 1600" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,3 ], "another name for modality ,1,3 or mood ,2,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,4 ], "itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,4 ], "the form in which a thing or one of the attributes of a thing manifests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,5 ], "or by observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,5 ], "the predominating value in a set of values as determined from statistical data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,6 ], "the quantitative mineral composition of an igneous rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,7 ], "one of the possible configurations of a travelling or stationary wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mode",1,1,8 ], "one of the fundamental vibrations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,1,1 ], "a representation, usually on a smaller scale, of a device, structure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,1,1 ], "a standard to be imitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,2 ], "a representative form, style, or pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,3 ], "a person who poses for a sculptor, painter, or photographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,4 ], "a person who wears clothes to display them to prospective buyers; mannequin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,5 ], "a preparatory sculpture in clay, wax, etc|, from which the finished work is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,5 ], "copied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,6 ], "a design or style, esp| one of a series of designs of a particular product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,6,1 ], "an original unique article of clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,7 ], "a simplified representation or description of a system or complex entity, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,1,7 ], "one designed to facilitate calculations and predictions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,2,1 ], "to make a model (of something or someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,2,2 ], "to form in clay, wax, etc|; mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,2,3 ], "to display (clothing and accessories) as a mannequin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "model",1,2,4 ], "to plan or create according to a model or models" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modem",1,1,1 ], "a device for connecting two computers by a telephone line, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modem",1,1,1 ], "demodulator" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "modem",1,1,1 ], "modulator that converts computer signals into audio signals and a corresponding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moderate breeze",1,1,1 ], "a wind of force four on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate gale",1,1,1 ], "a gale of force seven on the Beaufort scale, capable of swaying trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate",1,1,1 ], "not extreme or excessive; within due or reasonable limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate",1,1,2 ], "not violent; mild or temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate",1,1,3 ], "of average quality or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate",1,2,1 ], "a person who holds moderate views, esp| in politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate",1,3,1 ], "to become or cause to become less extreme or violent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by over) to preside over a meeting, discussion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderate",1,3,3 ], "to slow down (neutrons), esp| by using a moderator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderation",1,1,1 ], "the state or an instance of being moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderation",1,1,2 ], "the act of moderating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderation",1,1,3 ], "in moderation| within moderate or reasonable limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderato",1,1,1 ], "at a moderate tempo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderato",1,1,2 ], "(preceded by a tempo marking) a direction indicating that the tempo specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderato",1,1,2 ], "is to be used with restraint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that moderates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,2 ], "a minister appointed to preside over a Church court, synod, or general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,2 ], "assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,3 ], "a presiding officer at a public or legislative assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,4 ], "a material, such as heavy water or graphite, used for slowing down neutrons in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,4 ], "fission" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,4 ], "the cores of nuclear reactors so that they have more chance of inducing nuclear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moderator",1,1,5 ], "an examiner at Oxford or Cambridge Universities in first public examinations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern dance",1,1,1 ], "a style of free and expressive theatrical dancing not bound by the classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern dance",1,1,1 ], "rules of ballet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modern greats",1,1,1 ], "(at Oxford University) the Honour School of Philosophy, Politics, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern greats",1,1,1 ], "Economics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modern jazz",1,1,1 ], "any of the styles of jazz that evolved between the early 1940s and the later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern jazz",1,1,1 ], "complexity than hitherto" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "modern jazz",1,1,1 ], "emergence of avant-garde jazz, characterized by a greater harmonic and rhythmic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or befitting the present or a recent time; contemporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,1,2 ], "literature, music, etc|, esp| those of an experimental kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of contemporary styles or schools of art," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,1,3 ], "belonging or relating to the period in history from the end of the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,1,3 ], "to the present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,2,1 ], "a contemporary person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,2,2 ], "a type style that originated around the beginning of the 19th century," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modern",1,2,2 ], "characterized chiefly by marked contrast between thick and thin strokes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moderne",1,1,1 ], "and the U|S| in the late 1920s and 1930s, typified by the use of straight lines," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moderne",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the style of architecture and design, prevalent in Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moderne",1,1,1 ], "tubular chromed steel frames, contrasting inlaid woods, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "modernism",1,1,1 ], "modern tendencies, characteristics, thoughts, etc|, or the support of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modernism",1,1,2 ], "something typical of contemporary life or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modernism",1,1,3 ], "sought to adapt doctrine to the supposed requirements of modern thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modernism",1,1,3 ], "the movement at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modernity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modernity",1,1,2 ], "something modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modernize",1,1,1 ], "to make modern in appearance or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modernize",1,2,1 ], "to adopt modern ways, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modest",1,1,1 ], "abilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modest",1,1,1 ], "having or expressing a humble opinion of oneself or one's accomplishments or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modest",1,1,2 ], "reserved or shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modest",1,1,3 ], "not ostentatious or pretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modest",1,1,4 ], "not extreme or excessive; moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modesty",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being modest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modge",1,1,1 ], "to do shoddily; make a mess of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modicum",1,1,1 ], "a small amount or portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modification",1,1,1 ], "the act of modifying or the condition of being modified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modification",1,1,2 ], "something modified; the result of a modification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modification",1,1,3 ], "a small change or adjustment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modification",1,1,4 ], "the relation between a modifier and the word or phrase that it modifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modifier",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase that qualifies the sense of another word; for example, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modifier",1,1,1 ], "adverbial modifier of walks in he walks every day" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "modifier",1,1,1 ], "noun alarm is a modifier of clock in alarm clock and the phrase every day is an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modifier",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that modifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modify",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to change the structure, character, intent, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modify",1,1,2 ], "to make less extreme or uncompromising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modify",1,1,3 ], "(of a word or group of words) to bear the relation of modifier to (another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modify",1,1,3 ], "word or group of words)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modify",1,1,4 ], "to change (a vowel) by umlaut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modify",1,2,1 ], "to be or become modified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modillion",1,1,1 ], "Corinthian order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modillion",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of ornamental brackets under a cornice, esp| as used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modiolus",1,1,1 ], "the central bony pillar of the cochlea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modish",1,1,1 ], "in the current fashion or style; contemporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modiste",1,1,1 ], "a fashionable dressmaker or milliner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modular",1,1,1 ], "of, consisting of, or resembling a module or modulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulate",1,1,1 ], "to change the tone, pitch, or volume of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulate",1,2,1 ], "to adjust or regulate the degree of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulate",1,2,1,1 ], "to subject to or undergo modulation in music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulate",1,2,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to make or become in tune (with a pitch, key, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulate",1,2,2 ], "to cause to vary by a process of modulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulation",1,1,1 ], "the act of modulating or the condition of being modulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulation",1,1,2 ], "the transition from one key to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulation",1,1,2,1 ], "a wave or signal onto another wave or signal or onto an electron beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modulation",1,1,2,1 ], "another word for intonation ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulation",1,1,2,1 ], "the act or process of superimposing the amplitude, frequency, phase, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulation",1,1,2,2 ], "the grammatical expression of modality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulation",1,1,2,2 ], "the variation of the modulated signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,1 ], "a standard unit of measure, esp| one used to coordinate the dimensions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,1 ], "base of the shaft" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,1 ], "buildings and components; in classical architecture, half the diameter of a column at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,2 ], "a standard self-contained unit or item, such as an assembly of electronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,2 ], "components or a piece of computer hardware, that can be used in combination with other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,2 ], "units" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,3 ], "any of several self-contained separable units making up a spacecraft or launch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "module",1,1,3 ], "vehicle, each of which has one or more specified tasks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modulus of elasticity",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the stress applied to a body or substance to the resulting strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulus of elasticity",1,1,1 ], "within the elastic limit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modulus of rigidity",1,1,1 ], "a modulus of elasticity equal to the ratio of the tangential force per unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulus of rigidity",1,1,1 ], "area to the resulting angular deformation| Symbol: G" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modulus",1,1,1 ], "a coefficient expressing a specified property of a specified substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulus",1,1,2 ], "another name for the absolute value ,1,2 of a complex number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulus",1,1,3 ], "corresponding logarithm to another base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modulus",1,1,3 ], "the number by which a logarithm to one base is multiplied to give the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulus",1,1,4 ], "an integer that can be divided exactly into the difference between two other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modulus",1,1,4 ], "integers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "modus operandi",1,1,1 ], "a method of operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "modus vivendi",1,1,1 ], "a working arrangement between conflicting interests; practical compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mod|",1,1,1 ], "moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mod|",1,1,2 ], "moderato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mod|",1,1,3 ], "modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mofette",1,1,1 ], "an opening in a region of nearly extinct volcanic activity, through which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mofette",1,1,1 ], "carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and other gases pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mog",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mogul",1,1,1 ], "an important or powerful person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mogul",1,1,2 ], "a type of steam locomotive with a wheel arrangement of two leading wheels, six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mogul",1,1,2 ], "driving wheels, and no trailing wheels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mogul",2,1,1 ], "a mound of hard snow on a ski slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mohair",1,1,1 ], "the long soft silky hair that makes up the outer coat of the Angora goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mohair",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric made from the yarn of this hair and cotton or wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mohair",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mohawk",1,1,1 ], "a half turn from either edge of either skate to the corresponding edge of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mohawk",1,1,1 ], "other skate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mohur",1,1,1 ], "a former Indian gold coin worth 15 rupees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moidore",1,1,1 ], "a former Portuguese gold coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moiety",1,1,1 ], "a half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moiety",1,1,2 ], "one of two parts or divisions of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moil",1,1,1 ], "to moisten or soil or become moist, soiled, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moil",1,2,1 ], "to toil or drudge (esp| in the phrase toil and moil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moil",1,3,1 ], "toil; drudgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moil",1,3,2 ], "confusion; turmoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moir",1,1,1 ], "having a watered or wavelike pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moir",1,2,1 ], "such a pattern, impressed on fabrics by means of engraved rollers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moir",1,2,2 ], "any fabric having such a pattern; moire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moire",1,1,1 ], "a fabric, usually silk, having a watered effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moist",1,1,1 ], "slightly damp or wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moist",1,1,2 ], "saturated with or suggestive of moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moisten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moisture",1,1,1 ], "water or other liquid diffused as vapour or condensed on or in objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moisturize",1,1,1 ], "to add or restore moisture to (the air, the skin, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moither",1,2,1 ], "to bother or bewilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moither",1,3,1 ], "to talk in a rambling or confused manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moke",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moke",1,1,2 ], "an inferior type of horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mol",1,1,1 ], "symbol for mole'3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mola",1,1,1 ], "another name for sunfish ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molal",1,1,1 ], "grams of solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molal",1,1,1 ], "of or consisting of a solution containing one mole of solute per thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molality",1,1,1 ], "(not in technical usage) a measure of concentration equal to the number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molality",1,1,1 ], "moles of solute in a thousand grams of solvent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molar",1,1,1 ], "any of the 12 broad-faced grinding teeth in man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molar",1,1,2 ], "a corresponding tooth in other mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molar",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating any of these teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molar",1,2,2 ], "used for or capable of grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molar",2,1,1 ], "(of a physical quantity) per unit amount of substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molar",2,1,2 ], "(of a solution) containing one mole of solute per litre of solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molarity",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for concentration ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molasses",1,1,1 ], "refining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molasses",1,1,1 ], "the thick brown uncrystallized bitter syrup obtained from sugar during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molasses",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for treacle ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mold",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moldavite",1,1,1 ], "natural green glass found in Bohemia, thought to be meteoritic in origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moldboard",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of mouldboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molder",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of moulder ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molder",2,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of moulder'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molding",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moldy",1,1,1 ], "moldier, moldiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moldy",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| spelling of mouldy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole cricket",1,1,1 ], "and North America, similar and related to crickets but having the first pair of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mole cricket",1,1,1 ], "any subterranean orthopterous insect of the family Gryllotalpidae, of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole cricket",1,1,1 ], "legs specialized for digging" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mole rat",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing molelike African rodent of the family Bathyergidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole rat",1,1,2 ], "Africa: family Spalacidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mole rat",1,1,2 ], "any similar rodent, esp| any member of the genus Spalax, of Asia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole rat",1,1,3 ], "another name for bandicoot rat (see bandicoot ,1,2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for naevus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole",2,1,1 ], "and Central America: order Insectivora (insectivores)| They have velvety, typically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mole",2,1,1 ], "any small burrowing mammal, of the family Talpidae, of Europe, Asia, and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole",2,1,1 ], "dark fur and forearms specialized for digging" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mole",2,1,2 ], "Chrysochloridae, having copper-coloured fur: order Insectivora (insectivores)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mole",2,1,2 ], "golden mole| any small African burrowing molelike mammal of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole",3,1,1 ], "Symbol: mol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mole",3,1,1 ], "elementary entities as there are atoms in 0|012 kilogram of carbon-12| The entity must be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mole",3,1,1 ], "specified and may be an atom, a molecule, an ion, a radical, an electron, a photon, etc|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mole",3,1,1 ], "the basic SI unit of amount of substance; the amount that contains as many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole",4,1,1 ], "a breakwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole",4,1,2 ], "a harbour protected by a breakwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mole",5,1,1 ], "a fleshy growth in the uterus formed by the degeneration of fetal tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular beam",1,1,1 ], "a parallel beam of atoms or molecules that are at low pressure and suffer no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular beam",1,1,1 ], "interatomic or intermolecular collisions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molecular biology",1,1,1 ], "acids and proteins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molecular biology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the structure and function of biological molecules, esp| nucleic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular distillation",1,1,1 ], "before condensation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "molecular distillation",1,1,1 ], "distillation in which a substance is heated under vacuum, the condensing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular distillation",1,1,1 ], "surface being so close to the substance that no intermolecular collisions can occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molecular film",1,1,1 ], "another name for monolayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular formula",1,1,1 ], "a chemical formula indicating the numbers and types of atoms in a molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular sieve",1,1,1 ], "a material that can absorb large amounts of certain compounds while not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular sieve",1,1,1 ], "absorbing others and is thus suitable for use in separating mixtures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molecular volume",1,1,1 ], "the volume occupied by one mole of a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular weight",1,1,1 ], "molecule; the ratio of the average mass per molecule of a specified isotopic composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molecular weight",1,1,1 ], "of a substance to 1/12 the mass of an atom of carbon-12" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "molecular weight",1,1,1 ], "the sum of all the atomic weights (relative atomic masses) of the atoms in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecule",1,1,1 ], "more atoms held together by chemical bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molecule",1,1,1 ], "the simplest unit of a chemical compound that can exist, consisting of two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molecule",1,1,2 ], "a very small particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molehill",1,1,1 ], "the small mound of earth thrown up by a burrowing mole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molehill",1,1,2 ], "all proportion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molehill",1,1,2 ], "make a mountain out of a molehill| to exaggerate an unimportant matter out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moleskin",1,1,1 ], "the dark grey dense velvety pelt of a mole, used as a fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moleskin",1,1,2 ], "a hard-wearing cotton fabric of twill weave used for work clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moleskin",1,1,3 ], "made from moleskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moleskins",1,1,1 ], "clothing of moleskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molest",1,1,1 ], "to disturb or annoy by malevolent interference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molest",1,1,2 ], "to accost or attack, esp| with the intention of assaulting sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moline",1,1,1 ], "(of a cross) having arms of equal length, forked and curved back at the ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moll",1,1,1 ], "the female accomplice of a gangster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moll",1,1,2 ], "a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mollescent",1,1,1 ], "tending to soften or become soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mollify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to pacify; soothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mollify",1,1,2 ], "to lessen the harshness or severity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mollusc",1,1,1 ], "(cuttlefish, octopuses, etc|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "mollusc",1,1,1 ], "any invertebrate of the phylum Mollusca, having a soft unsegmented body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mollusc",1,1,1 ], "gastropods (snails, slugs, etc|), bivalves (clams, mussels, etc|), and cephalopods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mollusc",1,1,1 ], "often a shell, secreted by a fold of skin (the mantle)| The group includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molluscoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Molluscoidea, a former phylum including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molluscoid",1,1,1 ], "the brachiopods and bryozoans now classified separately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molly",1,1,1 ], "any brightly coloured tropical or subtropical American freshwater cyprinodont" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molly",1,1,1 ], "fishes of the genus Mollienesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mollycoddle",1,1,1 ], "to treat with indulgent care; pamper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mollycoddle",1,2,1 ], "a pampered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moloch",1,1,1 ], "a spiny Australian desert-living lizard, Moloch horridus, that feeds on ants:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moloch",1,1,1 ], "family Agamidae (agamas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molt",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of moult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molten",1,1,1 ], "liquefied; melted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molten",1,1,2 ], "made by having been melted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molten",1,2,1 ], "the past participle of melt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molto",1,1,1 ], "(preceded or followed by a musical direction, esp| a tempo marking) very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moly",1,1,1 ], "a magic herb given by Hermes to Odysseus to nullify the spells of Circe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moly",1,1,2 ], "a liliaceous plant, Allium moly, that is native to S Europe and has yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moly",1,1,2 ], "flowers in a dense cluster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molybdate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of a molybdic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: MoS2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenite",1,1,1 ], "a soft grey mineral consisting of molybdenum sulphide in hexagonal crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenite",1,1,1 ], "form with rhenium as an impurity: the main source of molybdenum and rhenium|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing molybdenum in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenum",1,1,1 ], "a very hard ductile silvery-white metallic element occurring principally in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenum",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: 5560 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenum",1,1,1 ], "molybdenite: used mainly in alloys, esp| to harden and strengthen steels| Symbol: Mo; atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "molybdenum",1,1,1 ], "no|: 42; atomic wt|: 95|94; valency: 2-6; relative density: 10|22; melting pt|: 2610" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "molybdic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing molybdenum in the trivalent or hexavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "molybdous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing molybdenum, esp| in a low valence state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mol| wt|",1,1,1 ], "molecular weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mol|",1,1,1 ], "molecular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mol|",1,1,2 ], "molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mom",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment of inertia",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular distance from the axis of rotation| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moment of inertia",1,1,1 ], "the products of the mass of each particle in the body and the square of its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moment of inertia",1,1,1 ], "the tendency of a body to resist angular acceleration, expressed as the sum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment of truth",1,1,1 ], "a moment when a person or thing is put to the test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment of truth",1,1,2 ], "the point in a bullfight when the matador is about to kill the bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,1 ], "a short indefinite period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,2 ], "a specific instant or point in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,3 ], "the moment| the present point of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,4 ], "import, significance, or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,4,1 ], "a tendency to produce motion, esp| rotation about a point or axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,4,2 ], "from a fixed reference point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,4,2 ], "the product of a physical quantity, such as force or mass, and its distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,5 ], "of the moment and the deviations may be from the origin (giving a moment about the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,5 ], "origin) or from the mean (giving a moment about the mean)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,5 ], "the mean of a specified power of the deviations of all the values of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,5 ], "variable in its frequency distribution| The power of the deviations indicates the order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,5,1 ], "an aspect of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moment",1,1,5,2 ], "an essential or constituent element of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentarily",1,1,1 ], "for an instant; temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentarily",1,1,2 ], "from moment to moment; every instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentarily",1,2,1 ], "very soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentary",1,1,1 ], "lasting for only a moment; temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentary",1,1,2 ], "occurring or present at each moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentous",1,1,1 ], "of great significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentum",1,1,1 ], "the product of a body's mass and its velocity| Symbol:p" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentum",1,1,2 ], "the impetus of a body resulting from its motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentum",1,1,3 ], "driving power or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momentum",1,1,4 ], "another word for moment ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "momism",1,1,1 ], "excessive dependence on or affection for one's mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mon-",1,1,1 ], "variant of mono- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mona",1,1,1 ], "a W African guenon monkey, Cercopithecus mona, with dark fur on the back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mona",1,1,1 ], "white or yellow underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monachal",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for monastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monacid" ,1, 1, 1],"variants of monoacid",1). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any fundamental singular metaphysical entity, esp| if autonomous",1). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"(in the metaphysics of Leibnitz) a simple indestructible nonspatial element",1). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"regarded as the basis of all reality",2). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 1, 3],"(in the pantheistic philosophy of Giordano Bruno) a fundamental metaphysical",1). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 1, 3],"unit that is spatially extended and psychically aware",2). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 2],"a single-celled organism, esp| a flagellate protozoan",1). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 3],"an atom, ion, or radical with a valency of one",1). c_DEF([ "monad" ,1, 1, 3],"monas",2). c_DEF([ "monadelphous",1,1,1 ], "(of stamens) having united filaments forming a tube around the style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monadelphous",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) having monadelphous stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monadism",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the writings of Leibnitz) the philosophical doctrine that monads are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monadism",1,1,1 ], "the ultimate units of reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monadnock",1,1,1 ], "a residual hill that consists of hard rock in an otherwise eroded area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monal",1,1,1 ], "any of several S Asian pheasants of the genus Lophophorus, the males of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monal",1,1,1 ], "have a brilliantly coloured plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monandrous",1,1,1 ], "having or preferring only one male sexual partner over a period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monandrous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) having flowers with only one stamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monandrous",1,1,3 ], "(of flowers) having only one stamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monanthous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain plants) having or producing only one flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monarch",1,1,1 ], "a sovereign head of state, esp| a king, queen, or emperor, who rules usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monarch",1,1,1 ], "by hereditary right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monarch",1,1,2 ], "a supremely powerful or pre-eminent person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monarch",1,1,3 ], "a large migratory butterfly, Danaus plexippus, that has orange-and-black wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monarch",1,1,3 ], "and feeds on the milkweed plant: family Danaidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monarchy",1,1,1 ], "a form of government in which supreme authority is vested in a single and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monarchy",1,1,1 ], "absolute despot to those of a figurehead" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "monarchy",1,1,1 ], "usually hereditary figure, such as a king, and whose powers can vary from those of an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monarchy",1,1,2 ], "a country reigned over by a king, prince, or other monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monarda",1,1,1 ], "(labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monarda",1,1,1 ], "any mintlike North American plant of the genus Monarda: family Labiatae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monas",1,1,1 ], "another word for monad 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monastery",1,1,1 ], "from secular society and bound by religious vows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monastery",1,1,1 ], "the residence of a religious community, esp| of monks, living in seclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monastic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to monasteries or monks, nuns, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monastic",1,1,2 ], "resembling this sort of life; reclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monastic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is committed to this way of life, esp| a monk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monasticism",1,1,1 ], "the monastic system, movement, or way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monatomic",1,1,1 ], "(of an element) having or consisting of single atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monatomic",1,1,2 ], "(of a compound or molecule) having only one atom or group that can be replaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monatomic",1,1,2 ], "in a chemical reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monatomic",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for monovalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monaural",1,1,1 ], "relating to, having, or hearing with only one ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monaural",1,1,2 ], "another word for monophonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monaxial",1,1,1 ], "another word for uniaxial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monazite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow to reddish-brown mineral consisting of a phosphate of thorium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monazite",1,1,1 ], "cerium, and lanthanum in monclinic crystalline form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mondial",1,1,1 ], "of or involving the whole world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monecious",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of monoecious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneme",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for morpheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monetarist",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates regulation of the money supply as a method of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monetarist",1,1,1 ], "controlling the economy of a country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monetary unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of value and money of a country, esp| the major or standard unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monetary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to money or currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monetize",1,1,1 ], "to establish as the legal tender of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monetize",1,1,2 ], "to give a legal value to (a coin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money cowry",1,1,1 ], "a tropical marine gastropod, Cypraea moneta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money cowry",1,1,2 ], "the shell of this mollusc, used as money in some parts of Africa and S Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money market",1,1,1 ], "foreign exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "money market",1,1,1 ], "the financial institutions dealing with short-term loans and capital and with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money of account",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for unit of account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money order",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for postal order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money spider",1,1,1 ], "any of certain small shiny brownish spiders of the family Linyphiidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money wages",1,1,1 ], "purchasing power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "money wages",1,1,1 ], "wages evaluated with reference to the money paid rather than the equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,1 ], "a medium of exchange that functions as legal tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,10 ], "put money into| to invest money in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,11 ], "put money on| to place a bet on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,2 ], "government or other authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,2 ], "the official currency, in the form of bank notes, coins, etc|, issued by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,3 ], "a particular denomination or form of currency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,4 ], "property or assets with reference to their realizable value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,5 ], "a pecuniary sum or income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,6 ], "an unspecified amount of paper currency or coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,7 ], "for one's money| in one's opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,8 ], "in the money| Informal| well-off; rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money",1,1,9 ], "one's money's worth| full value for the money one has paid for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money-grubbing",1,1,1 ], "seeking greedily to obtain money at every opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "money-spinner",1,1,1 ], "an enterprise, idea, person, or thing that is a source of wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneybags",1,1,1 ], "a very rich person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneychanger",1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in the business of exchanging currencies or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneychanger",1,1,2 ], "a machine for dispensing coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneyed",1,1,1 ], "having a great deal of money; rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneyed",1,1,2 ], "arising from or characterized by money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneyer",1,1,1 ], "a person who coins money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneyer",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for banker'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneylender",1,1,1 ], "a person who lends money at interest as a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneymaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who is intent on accumulating money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneymaker",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is or might be profitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneywort",1,1,1 ], "a European and North American creeping primulaceous plant, Lysimachia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moneywort",1,1,1 ], "nummularia, with round leaves and yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mong",1,1,1 ], "short for mongrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monger",1,1,1 ], "a trader or dealer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monger",1,1,2 ], "a promoter of something unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongo",1,1,1 ], "a Mongolian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a tugrik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongol",1,1,1 ], "a person affected with mongolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongolian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having mongolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongolism",1,1,1 ], "a chromosomal abnormality resulting in a flat face and nose, short stubby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongolism",1,1,1 ], "fingers, a vertical fold of skin at the inner edge of the eye, and mental retardation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mongoloid",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characterized by mongolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongoloid",1,2,1 ], "a mongoloid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongoose",1,1,1 ], "and brindled coat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mongoose",1,1,1 ], "any small predatory viverrine mammal of the genus Herpestes and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongoose",1,1,1 ], "genera, occurring in Africa and from S Europe to SE Asia, typically having a long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mongrel",1,1,1 ], "a plant or animal, esp| a dog, of mixed or unknown breeding; a crossbreed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongrel",1,1,1 ], "hybrid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mongrel",1,1,2 ], "a person of mixed race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongrel",1,2,1 ], "of mixed origin, breeding, character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mongrelize",1,1,1 ], "to make mixed or mongrel in breed, race, character, kind, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monied",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of moneyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monies",1,1,1 ], "a plural of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moniker",1,1,1 ], "a person's name or nickname" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moniliform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a string of beads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monism",1,1,1 ], "such as mind or matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that reality consists of only one basic substance or element," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that the object and datum of consciousness are identical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monism",1,1,3 ], "the attempt to explain anything in terms of one principle only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monition",1,1,1 ], "a warning or caution; admonition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monition",1,1,2 ], "a formal notice from a bishop or ecclesiastical court requiring a person to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monition",1,1,2 ], "refrain from committing a specific offence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,1 ], "a person or piece of equipment that warns, checks, controls, or keeps a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,1 ], "continuous record of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,1,1 ], "a senior pupil with various supervisory duties, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,1,2 ], "a pupil assisting a teacher in classroom organization, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,2 ], "a television set used in a studio for viewing or checking a programme being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,2 ], "transmitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,3 ], "a device for controlling the direction of a water jet in fire fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,4 ], "any large predatory lizard of the genus Varanus and family Varanidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,4 ], "inhabiting warm regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,5 ], "a nozzle for directing a high-pressure jet of water at the material to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,5 ], "excavated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,1,6 ], "(formerly) a small heavily armoured warship used for coastal assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,2,1 ], "to act as a monitor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,3,1 ], "device)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,3,1 ], "to observe or record (the activity or performance) of (an engine or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitor",1,4,1 ], "to check (the technical quality) of (a radio or television broadcast)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monitory" ,1, 1, 1],"warning or admonishing",1). c_DEF([ "monitory" ,1, 2, 2],"a letter containing a monition",1). c_DEF([ "monk",1,1,1 ], "a male member of a religious community bound by vows of poverty, chastity, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monk",1,1,1 ], "obedience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monk",1,1,2 ], "a fancy pigeon having a bald pate and often large feathered footings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monk's cloth",1,1,1 ], "a heavy cotton fabric of basket weave, used mainly for bedspreads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkery",1,1,1 ], "monastic life or practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkery",1,1,2 ], "a monastery or monks collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey bread",1,1,1 ], "the gourdlike fruit of the baobab tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey bread",1,1,2 ], "monkey bread tree| another name for baobab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey business",1,1,1 ], "mischievous, suspect, dishonest, or meddlesome behaviour or acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey flower",1,1,1 ], "any of various scrophulariaceous plants of the genus Mimulus, cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey flower",1,1,1 ], "their yellow or red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey jacket",1,1,1 ], "a short close-fitting jacket, esp| a waist-length jacket similar to a mess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey jacket",1,1,1 ], "jacket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey nut",1,1,1 ], "another name for a peanut ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey puzzle",1,1,1 ], "a South American coniferous tree, Araucaria araucana, having branches shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey puzzle",1,1,1 ], "like a candelabra and stiff sharp leaves: family Araucariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey suit",1,1,1 ], "a man's evening dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey tricks",1,1,1 ], "mischievous behaviour or acts, such as practical jokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey wrench",1,1,1 ], "a wrench with adjustable jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,1 ], "(see New World monkey), and Callithricidae (marmosets)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous long-tailed primates excluding the prosimians (lemurs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,1 ], "tarsiers, etc|): comprise the families Cercopithecidae (see Old World monkey), Cebidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,10 ], "a sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,2 ], "any primate except man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,3 ], "a naughty or mischievous person, esp| a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,4 ], "device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,4 ], "the head of a pile driver (monkey engine) or of some similar mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,5 ], "denoting a small light structure or piece of equipment contrived to suit an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,5 ], "immediate purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,6 ], "an addict's dependence on a drug (esp| in the phrase have a monkey on one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,6 ], "back)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,7 ], "a butt of derision; someone made to look a fool (esp| in the phrase make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,7 ], "monkey of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,8 ], "(esp| in bookmaking) P500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,1,9 ], "500" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,2,1 ], "to meddle, fool, or tinker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkey",1,3,1 ], "to imitate; ape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkeypot",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical trees of the genus Lecythis: family Lecythidaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkeypot",1,1,2 ], "by baiting it with sugar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkeypot",1,1,2 ], "the large urn-shaped pod of any of these trees, formerly used to catch monkeys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkeypot",1,1,3 ], "a melting pot used in making flint glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various anglers of the genus Lophius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkfish",1,1,2 ], "another name for the angel shark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkhood",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being a monk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkhood",1,1,2 ], "monks collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkish",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a monk or monks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monkshood",1,1,1 ], "Aconitum, esp| A| napellus, that have hooded blue-purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monkshood",1,1,1 ], "any of several poisonous N temperate plants of the ranunculaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mono",1,1,1 ], "short for monophonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mono",1,2,1 ], "monophonic sound; monophony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mono-",1,1,1 ], "one; single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mono-",1,1,2 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains a single specified atom or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoacid" ,1, 1, 1],"monacid, monoacidic (m$An@@$u@@!s$Id$Ik), or monacidic adj| Chem",1). c_DEF([ "monoacid" ,1, 1, 2],"(of a base) capable of reacting with only one molecule of a monobasic acid;",1). c_DEF([ "monoacid" ,1, 1, 2],"having only one hydroxide ion per molecule",2). c_DEF([ "monoatomic",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of monatomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monobasic",1,1,1 ], "(of an acid, such as hydrogen chloride) having only one replaceable hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monobasic",1,1,1 ], "atom per molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monocarp",1,1,1 ], "a plant that is monocarpic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocarpellary",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having only one carpel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocarpellary",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant gynoecium) consisting of one carpel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocarpic",1,1,1 ], "(of some flowering plants) producing fruit only once before dying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochasium",1,1,1 ], "a cymose inflorescence in which each branch gives rise to one other branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochasium",1,1,1 ], "only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monochloride",1,1,1 ], "a chloride containing one atom of chlorine per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochord",1,1,1 ], "an instrument employed in acoustic analysis or investigation, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochord",1,1,1 ], "usually of one string stretched over a resonator of wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monochromat",1,1,1 ], "a person who perceives all colours as a single hue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochromatic",1,1,1 ], "having only one wavelength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochromatic",1,1,2 ], "(of moving particles) having only one kinetic energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochromatic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to monochromatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochromatic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is totally colour-blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochromatism",1,1,1 ], "a visual defect in which all colours appear as variations of a single hue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochrome",1,1,1 ], "a black-and-white photograph or transparency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochrome",1,1,2 ], "black and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochrome",1,1,2,1 ], "a painting, drawing, etc|, done in a range of tones of a single colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochrome",1,1,2,2 ], "the technique or art of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monochrome",1,1,3 ], "executed in or resembling monochrome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocle",1,1,1 ], "a lens for correcting defective vision of one eye, held in position by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocle",1,1,1 ], "facial muscles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monocline",1,1,1 ], "a fold in stratified rocks in which the strata are inclined in the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocline",1,1,1 ], "direction from the horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monoclinic",1,1,1 ], "axes, one pair of which are not at right angles to each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monoclinic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or belonging to the crystal system characterized by three unequal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoclinous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowering plants) having the male and female reproductive organs on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoclinous",1,1,1 ], "same flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monocoque",1,1,1 ], "a type of aircraft fuselage, car body, etc|, in which all or most of the loads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocoque",1,1,1 ], "are taken by the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monocoque",1,1,2 ], "a type of racing-car design with no separate chassis and body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocoque",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the design characteristic of a monocoque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocotyledon",1,1,1 ], "any flowering plant of the group Monocotyledonae, having a single embryonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocotyledon",1,1,1 ], "grasses, lilies, palms, and orchids| Often shortened to monocot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "monocotyledon",1,1,1 ], "seed leaf, leaves with parallel veins, and flowers with parts in threes: includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by one person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocular",1,1,1 ], "having or intended for the use of only one eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoculture",1,1,1 ], "the continuous growing of one type of crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocycle",1,1,1 ], "another name for unicycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocyclic",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical compound) containing only one ring of atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocyclic",1,1,2 ], "arranged in a single whorl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocyclic",1,1,3 ], "another word for annual ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monocyte",1,1,1 ], "a large phagocytic leucocyte with a spherical nucleus and clear cytoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monodrama",1,1,1 ], "a play or other dramatic piece for a single performer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monody",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek tragedy) an ode sung by a single actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monody",1,1,2 ], "any poem of lament for someone's death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monody",1,1,3 ], "a style of composition consisting of a single vocal part, usually with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monody",1,1,3 ], "accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monody",1,1,4 ], "a monotonous sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoecious",1,1,1 ], "(of some flowering plants) having the male and female reproductive organs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoecious",1,1,1 ], "separate flowers on the same plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monoecious",1,1,2 ], "(of some animals and lower plants) hermaphrodite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monofilament",1,1,1 ], "fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monofilament",1,1,1 ], "synthetic thread or yarn composed of a single strand rather than twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogamist",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates or practises monogamy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogamy",1,1,1 ], "the state or practice of having only one husband or wife over a period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogamy",1,1,1 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monogamy",1,1,2 ], "the practice of having only one mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the hypothetical descent of all organisms from a single cell or organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenesis",1,1,2 ], "asexual reproduction in animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenesis",1,1,3 ], "the direct development of an ovum into an organism resembling the adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenesis",1,1,4 ], "the hypothetical descent of all human beings from a single pair of ancestors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenetic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or showing monogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenetic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to animals, such as some flukes, that complete their life cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenetic",1,1,2 ], "on only one host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monogenetic",1,1,3 ], "(of rocks and rock formations) formed from one source or by one process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an inherited character difference that is controlled by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogenic",1,1,1 ], "pair of genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monogenic",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) producing offspring of one sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogram",1,1,1 ], "a design of one or more letters, esp| initials, embroidered on clothing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogram",1,1,1 ], "printed on stationery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monograph",1,1,1 ], "a paper, book, or other work concerned with a single subject or aspect of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monograph",1,1,1 ], "subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monograph",1,2,1 ], "to write a monograph on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monogyny",1,1,1 ], "the custom of having only one female sexual partner over a period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monohull",1,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel with a single hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monohybrid",1,1,1 ], "genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monohybrid",1,1,1 ], "the offspring of two individuals that differ with respect to one pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monohydrate",1,1,1 ], "a hydrate, such as ferrous sulphate monohydrate, FeSO4|H2O, containing one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monohydrate",1,1,1 ], "molecule of water per molecule of the compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monohydric",1,1,1 ], "another word for monohydroxy, esp| when applied to alcohols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monohydroxy",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical compound) containing one hydroxyl group per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoicous",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of monoecious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolatry",1,1,1 ], "the exclusive worship of one god without excluding the existence of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolayer",1,1,1 ], "a single layer of atoms or molecules adsorbed on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolingual",1,1,1 ], "knowing or expressed in only one language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolith",1,1,1 ], "a large block of stone or anything that resembles one in appearance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolith",1,1,1 ], "intractability, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monolith",1,1,2 ], "a statue, obelisk, column, etc|, cut from one block of stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolith",1,1,3 ], "a large hollow foundation piece sunk as a caisson and having a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolith",1,1,3 ], "compartments that are filled with concrete when it has reached its correct position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monolithic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like a monolith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolithic",1,1,2 ], "characterized by hugeness, impenetrability, or intractability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolithic",1,1,3 ], "(of an integrated circuit) having all components manufactured into or on top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monolithic",1,1,3 ], "of a single chip of silicon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monologue",1,1,1 ], "a long speech made by one actor in a play, film, etc|, esp| when alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monologue",1,1,2 ], "a dramatic piece for a single performer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monologue",1,1,3 ], "any long speech by one person, esp| when interfering with conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomania",1,1,1 ], "an excessive mental preoccupation with one thing, idea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomark",1,1,1 ], "a series of letters or figures to identify goods, personal articles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomer",1,1,1 ], "a compound whose molecules can join together to form a polymer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomerous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having whorls consisting of only one member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monometallic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of coins) consisting of one metal only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monometallic",1,1,2 ], "relating to monometallism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monometallism",1,1,1 ], "currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monometallism",1,1,1 ], "the use of one metal, esp| gold or silver, as the sole standard of value and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monometallism",1,1,2 ], "the economic policies supporting a monometallic standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monometer",1,1,1 ], "a line of verse consisting of one metrical foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomial",1,1,1 ], "an expression consisting of a single term, such as 5ax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomial",1,2,1 ], "consisting of a single algebraic term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomial",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a taxonomic name that consists of a single term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomolecular",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or involving single molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomorphic",1,1,1 ], "(of an individual organism) showing little or no change in structure during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomorphic",1,1,1 ], "the entire life history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monomorphic",1,1,2 ], "(of a species) existing or having parts that exist in only one form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monomorphic",1,1,3 ], "(of a chemical compound) having only one crystalline form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mononuclear",1,1,1 ], "(of a cell) having only one nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mononuclear",1,1,2 ], "another word for monocyclic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mononucleosis",1,1,1 ], "the presence of a large number of monocytes in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopetalous",1,1,1 ], "another word for gamopetalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopetalous",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) having only one petal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophagous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on only one type of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophobia",1,1,1 ], "a strong fear of being alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophonic",1,1,1 ], "mono" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monophonic",1,1,1 ], "using only one channel between source and loudspeaker| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophonic",1,1,3 ], "melodic line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monophonic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a style of musical composition consisting of a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophthong",1,1,1 ], "a simple or pure vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophyletic",1,1,1 ], "animals or plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monophyletic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characterized by descent from a single ancestral group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophyletic",1,1,2 ], "(of animals or plants) of or belonging to a single stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monophyllous",1,1,1 ], "having or consisting of only one leaf or leaflike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoplane",1,1,1 ], "an aeroplane with only one pair of wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoplegia",1,1,1 ], "paralysis limited to one limb or a single group of muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoploid",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for haploid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopode",1,1,1 ], "a member of a legendary one-legged race of Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopode",1,1,2 ], "another word for monopodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopodium",1,1,1 ], "the main axis of growth in the pine tree and similar plants: the main stem," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopodium",1,1,1 ], "which elongates from the tip and gives rise to lateral branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monopolistic competition",1,1,1 ], "the form of imperfect competition that exists when the commodity produced in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopolistic competition",1,1,1 ], "the market is not homogeneous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monopolize",1,1,1 ], "to have, control, or make use of fully, excluding others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopolize",1,1,2 ], "to obtain, maintain, or exploit a monopoly of (a market, commodity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopoly",1,1,1 ], "exclusive control of the market supply of a product or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopoly",1,1,1,1 ], "an enterprise exercising this control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopoly",1,1,1,2 ], "the product or service so controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopoly",1,1,2 ], "specified country or area" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "monopoly",1,1,2 ], "state to purchase, manufacture, use, or sell some commodity or to carry on trade in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monopoly",1,1,2 ], "the exclusive right or privilege granted to a person, company, etc|, by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopoly",1,1,3 ], "exclusive control, possession, or use of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopropellant",1,1,1 ], "a solid or liquid rocket propellant containing both the fuel and the oxidizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopsony",1,1,1 ], "a situation in which the entire market demand for a product or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopsony",1,1,1 ], "consists of only one buyer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monopteros",1,1,1 ], "a circular classical building, esp| a temple, that has a single ring of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monopteros",1,1,1 ], "columns surrounding it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monorail",1,1,1 ], "a single-track railway, often elevated and with suspended cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosaccharide",1,1,1 ], "a simple sugar, such as glucose or fructose, that does not hydrolyse to yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosaccharide",1,1,1 ], "other sugars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monosemy",1,1,1 ], "the fact of having only a single meaning; absence of ambiguity in a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosepalous",1,1,1 ], "another word for gamosepalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosepalous",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) having only one sepal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosodium glutamate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline substance, the sodium salt of glutamic acid, that has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosodium glutamate",1,1,1 ], "meaty taste: used as a food additive| Formula: NaC5H8O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monosome",1,1,1 ], "an unpaired chromosome, esp| an X-chromosome in an otherwise diploid cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monospermous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain plants) producing only one seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monostich",1,1,1 ], "a poem of a single line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monostichous",1,1,1 ], "(of parts) forming one row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monostome",1,1,1 ], "having only one mouth, pore, or similar opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monostrophe",1,1,1 ], "a poem in which all the stanzas or strophes are written in the same metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monostylous",1,1,1 ], "having only one style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosyllabic",1,1,1 ], "(of a word) containing only one syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosyllabic",1,1,2 ], "characterized by monosyllables; curt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosyllable",1,1,1 ], "a word of one syllable, esp| one used as a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosymmetric",1,1,1 ], "variants of monoclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monosymmetric",1,1,2 ], "variants of zygomorphic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotheism",1,1,1 ], "the belief or doctrine that there is only one God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotint",1,1,1 ], "another word for monochrome 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotone",1,1,1 ], "a single unvaried pitch level in speech, sound, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotone",1,1,2 ], "utterance, etc|, without change of pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotone",1,1,3 ], "lack of variety in style, expression| etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotone",1,2,1 ], "unvarying or monotonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotone",1,2,2 ], "(of a sequence or function) consistently increasing or decreasing in value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotonize",1,1,1 ], "to make monotonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotonous",1,1,1 ], "dull and tedious, esp| because of repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotonous",1,1,2 ], "unvarying in pitch or cadence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotony",1,1,1 ], "wearisome routine; dullness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotony",1,1,2 ], "lack of variety in pitch or cadence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotreme",1,1,1 ], "any mammal of the primitive order Monotremata, of Australia and New Guinea:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotreme",1,1,1 ], "egg-laying toothless animals with a single opening (cloaca) for the passage of eggs or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monotreme",1,1,1 ], "sperm, faeces, and urine| The group contains only the echidnas and the platypus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "monotrichous",1,1,1 ], "(of bacteria) having a single flagellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotype",1,1,1 ], "a single print made from a metal or glass plate on which a picture has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotype",1,1,1 ], "painted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monotype",1,1,2 ], "a monotypic genus or species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotypic",1,1,1 ], "(of a genus or species) consisting of only one type of animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monotypic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a monotype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monovalent",1,1,1,1 ], "having a valency of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monovalent",1,1,1,2 ], "having only one valency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monoxide",1,1,1 ], "an oxide that contains one oxygen atom per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mons pubis",1,1,1 ], "pubic bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mons pubis",1,1,1 ], "the fatty cushion of flesh in human females situated over the junction of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mons veneris",1,1,1 ], "another name for mons pubis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monsieur",1,1,1 ], "a French title of address equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monsieur",1,1,2 ], "sir when used alone or Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monsieur",1,1,3 ], "when placed before a name| literally: my lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monsoon",1,1,1 ], "a seasonal wind of S Asia that blows from the southwest in summer, bringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monsoon",1,1,1 ], "heavy rains, and from the northeast in winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monsoon",1,1,2 ], "the rainy season when the SW monsoon blows, from about April to October" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monsoon",1,1,3 ], "any wind that changes direction with the seasons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monster",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary beast, such as a centaur, usually made up of various animal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monster",1,1,1 ], "human parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monster",1,1,2 ], "a person, animal, or plant with a marked structural deformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monster",1,1,3 ], "a cruel, wicked, or inhuman person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monster",1,1,3,1 ], "a very large person, animal, or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monster",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrance",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle, usually of gold or silver, with a transparent container in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrance",1,1,1 ], "the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monstrosity",1,1,1 ], "an outrageous or ugly person or thing; monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrosity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being monstrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrous",1,1,1 ], "abnormal, hideous, or unnatural in size, character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants and animals) abnormal in structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrous",1,1,3 ], "outrageous, atrocious, or shocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrous",1,1,4 ], "huge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monstrous",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mont-de-pit",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a public pawnshop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montage",1,1,1 ], "juxtaposition of miscellaneous elements, such as other pictures or photographs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "montage",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of composing pictures by the superimposition or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montage",1,1,2 ], "such a composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montage",1,1,3 ], "a method of film editing involving the juxtaposition or partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montage",1,1,3 ], "superimposition of several shots to form a single image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "montage",1,1,4 ], "a rapidly cut film sequence of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montan wax",1,1,1 ], "a hard wax obtained from lignite and peat, varying in colour from white to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montan wax",1,1,1 ], "dark brown| It is used in polishes and candles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "montane",1,1,1 ], "of or inhabiting mountainous regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montbretia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the African iridaceous genus Montbretia, with ornamental orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montbretia",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monte",1,1,1 ], "a gambling card game of Spanish origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monte",1,1,2 ], "a certainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monteith",1,1,1 ], "a large ornamental bowl, usually of silver, for cooling wineglasses, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monteith",1,1,1 ], "suspended from the notched rim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "montero",1,1,1 ], "a round cap with a flap at the back worn by hunters, esp| in Spain in the 17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "montero",1,1,1 ], "and 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "montgolfier",1,1,1 ], "a hot-air balloon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,1 ], "one of the twelve divisions (calendar months) of the calendar year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,2 ], "a period of time extending from one date to a corresponding date in the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,2 ], "calendar month" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,3 ], "a period of four weeks or of 30 days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,4 ], "27 days, 7 hours, 43 minutes, 4|5 seconds)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,4 ], "longitude after one complete revolution around the earth; 27|321,58 days (approximately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,4 ], "the period of time (solar month) taken by the moon to return to the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,5 ], "particular star; 27|321,66 days (approximately 27 days, 7 hours, 43 minutes, 11 seconds)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,5 ], "revolution around the earth, measured between two successive conjunctions with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,5 ], "the period of time (sidereal month) taken by the moon to make one complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,6 ], "29|530,59 days (approximately 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes, 3 seconds)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,6 ], "complete revolution around the earth, measured between two successive new moons;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,6 ], "the period of time (lunar or synodic month) taken by the moon to make one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month",1,1,7 ], "a month of Sundays| Informal| an extremely long unspecified period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "month's mind",1,1,1 ], "a Mass celebrated in remembrance of a person one month after his death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monthly" ,1, 1, 1],"occurring, done, appearing, payable, etc|, once every month",1). c_DEF([ "monthly" ,1, 1, 2],"lasting or valid for a month",1). c_DEF([ "monthly" ,1, 2, 1],"once a month",1). c_DEF([ "monthly" ,1, 3, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "monthly" ,1, 3, 2],"a book, periodical, magazine, etc|, published once a month",1). c_DEF([ "monthly" ,1, 3, 3],"a menstrual period",1). c_DEF([ "monticule",1,1,1 ], "a small hill or mound, such as a secondary volcanic cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,1 ], "an obelisk, statue, building, etc|, erected in commemoration of a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,1 ], "event or in celebration of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,2 ], "a notable building or site, esp| one preserved as public property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,3 ], "a tomb or tombstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,4 ], "a literary or artistic work regarded as commemorative of its creator or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,4 ], "particular period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,5 ], "a boundary marker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,6 ], "an exceptional example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monument",1,1,7 ], "an obsolete word for statue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monumental",1,1,1 ], "like a monument, esp| in large size, endurance, or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monumental",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or being a monument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monumental",1,1,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monzonite",1,1,1 ], "a coarse-grained plutonic igneous rock consisting of equal amounts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "monzonite",1,1,1 ], "plagioclase and orthoclase feldspar, with ferromagnesian minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mon|",1,1,1 ], "monetary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moo",1,1,1 ], "(of a cow, bull, etc|) to make a characteristic deep long sound; low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moo",1,2,1 ], "an instance or imitation of this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooch",1,2,1 ], "to loiter or walk aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooch",1,3,1 ], "to behave in an apathetic way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooch",1,4,1 ], "to sneak or lurk; skulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooch",1,5,1,1 ], "to cadge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooch",1,5,1,2 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mood",1,1,1 ], "a temporary state of mind or temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mood",1,1,2 ], "a sullen or gloomy state of mind, esp| when temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mood",1,1,3 ], "in the mood| in a favourable state of mind (for something or to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mood",2,1,1 ], "a category of the verb or verbal inflections that expresses semantic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mood",2,1,1 ], "grammatical differences, including such forms as the indicative, subjunctive, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mood",2,1,1 ], "imperative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mood",2,1,2 ], "one of several forms of a syllogism classified by whether the constituent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mood",2,1,2 ], "statements are affirmative, negative, universal, or particular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moody",1,1,1 ], "moodier, moodiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moody",1,1,2 ], "sullen, sulky, or gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moody",1,1,3 ], "temperamental or changeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moolah",1,1,1 ], "a slang name for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moolvie",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in India) a Muslim doctor of the law, teacher, or learned man: also used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moolvie",1,1,1 ], "as a title of respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moon blindness",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for nyctalopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon blindness",1,1,2 ], "a disorder affecting horses, inflammation of the eyes and sometimes blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon rat",1,1,1 ], "a ratlike SE Asian nocturnal mammal, Echinosorex gymnurus, with greyish fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon rat",1,1,1 ], "and an elongated snout: family Erinaceidae (hedgehogs): the largest living" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moon rat",1,1,1 ], "insectivore" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,1 ], "days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,1 ], "kg; mean distance from earth: 384,400 km; periods of rotation and revolution: 27|32" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,1 ], "the natural satellite of the earth| Diameter: 3476 km; mass: 5|976 X 10'2'4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,2 ], "esp| at one of its phases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,2 ], "the face of the moon as it is seen during its revolution around the earth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,3 ], "any natural satellite of a planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,4 ], "moonlight; moonshine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,5 ], "something resembling a moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,6 ], "a month, esp| a lunar one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,7 ], "once in a blue moon| very seldom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,8 ], "reach for the moon| to desire or attempt something unattainable or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,1,8 ], "to obtain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,2,2 ], "love, or to idle (time) away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moon",1,2,2 ], "when intr|, often foll| by around) to be idle in a listless way, as if in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having the eyes open wide, as in awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon-eyed",1,1,2 ], "affected with moon blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moon-faced",1,1,1 ], "having a round face; full-faced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonbeam",1,1,1 ], "a ray of moonlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooncalf",1,1,1 ], "a born fool; dolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooncalf",1,1,2 ], "a person who idles time away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooncalf",1,1,3 ], "a freak or monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooned",1,1,1 ], "decorated with a moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooneye",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American large-eyed freshwater clupeoid fishes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooneye",1,1,1 ], "family Hiodontidae, esp| Hiodon tergisus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mooneye",1,1,2 ], "another name for moon blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonfish",1,1,1 ], "any of several deep-bodied silvery carangid fishes, occurring in warm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonfish",1,1,1 ], "tropical American coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonfish",1,1,2 ], "Monodactylus argenteus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonfish",1,1,2 ], "any of various other round silvery fishes, such as the Indo-Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonfish",1,1,3 ], "another name for opah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonflower",1,1,1 ], "Calonyction (or Ipomoea)aculeatum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonflower",1,1,1 ], "any of several night-blooming convolvulaceous plants, esp| the white-flowered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonflower",1,1,2 ], "a Mexican solanaceous plant, Datura suaveolens, planted in the tropics for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonflower",1,1,2 ], "white night-blooming flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonlight flit",1,1,1 ], "a hurried departure by night to escape from one's creditors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonlight" ,1, 1, 1],"light from the sun received on earth after reflection by the moon",1). c_DEF([ "moonlight" ,1, 1, 2],"illuminated by the moon",1). c_DEF([ "moonlight" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "moonlight" ,1, 2, 2],"to work at a secondary job, esp| at night",1). c_DEF([ "moonlighting",1,1,1 ], "(in 19th-century Ireland) the carrying out of cattle-maiming, murders, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonlighting",1,1,1 ], "during the night in protest against the land-tenure system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonlit",1,1,1 ], "illuminated by the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonquake",1,1,1 ], "a light tremor of the moon, detected on the moon's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonraker",1,1,1 ], "a small square sail set above a skysail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonrise",1,1,1 ], "the moment when the moon appears above the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonscape",1,1,1 ], "the general surface of the moon or a representation of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonseed",1,1,1 ], "any menispermaceous climbing plant of the genus Menispermum and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonseed",1,1,1 ], "genera, having red or black fruits with crescent-shaped or ring-shaped seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonset",1,1,1 ], "the moment when the moon disappears below the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonshine",1,1,1 ], "another word for moonlight ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonshine",1,1,2 ], "illegally distilled or smuggled whisky or other spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonshine",1,1,3 ], "foolish talk or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonshiner",1,1,1 ], "a person who illegally makes or smuggles distilled spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonshot",1,1,1 ], "the launching of a spacecraft, rocket, etc|, to the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonstone",1,1,1 ], "a gem variety of orthoclase or albite that is white and translucent with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonstone",1,1,1 ], "bluish reflections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonstruck",1,1,1 ], "deranged or mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonwort",1,1,1 ], "any of various ferns of the genus Botrychium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moonwort",1,1,1 ], "esp| B| lunaria, which has crescent-shaped leaflets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moonwort",1,1,2 ], "another name for honesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moony",1,1,1 ], "moonier, mooniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moony",1,1,2 ], "dreamy or listless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moony",1,1,3 ], "of or like the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moony",1,1,4 ], "crazy or foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moor",1,1,1 ], "a tract of unenclosed waste ground, usually having peaty soil covered with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moor",1,1,1 ], "heather, coarse grass, bracken, and moss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moor",2,1,1 ], "etc|) to be secured in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moor",2,1,1 ], "to secure (a vessel, etc|) with cables, ropes, or anchors, or (of a vessel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorage",1,1,1 ], "a place for anchoring a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorage",1,1,2 ], "a charge for anchoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorage",1,1,3 ], "the act of anchoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorcock",1,1,1 ], "the male of the red grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorfowl",1,1,1 ], "(in Brit| game laws) an archaic name for red grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorhen",1,1,1 ], "a bird, Gallinula chloropus, inhabiting ponds, lakes, etc|, having a black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorhen",1,1,1 ], "plumage, red bill, and a red shield above the bill: family Rallidae (rails)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moorhen",1,1,2 ], "the female of the red grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooring mast",1,1,1 ], "a mast or tower to which a balloon or airship may be moored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooring",1,1,1 ], "a place for anchoring a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooring",1,1,2 ], "a permanent anchor, dropped in the water and equipped with a floating buoy, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mooring",1,1,2 ], "which vessels can moor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moorings",1,1,1 ], "the ropes, anchors, etc|, used in mooring a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorings",1,1,2 ], "something that provides security or stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorland",1,1,1 ], "an area of moor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moorwort",1,1,1 ], "another name for marsh andromeda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moose",1,1,1 ], "a large North American deer, Alces alces, having large flattened palmate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moose",1,1,1 ], "antlers: also occurs in Europe and Asia where it is called an elk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moot court",1,1,1 ], "a mock court trying hypothetical legal cases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,1,1 ], "subject or open to debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,2,1 ], "to suggest or bring up for debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,2,2 ], "or as vocational training for law students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,2,2 ], "to plead or argue theoretical or hypothetical cases, as an academic exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,3,1 ], "a discussion or debate of a hypothetical case or point, held as an academic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,3,1 ], "activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,3,2 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon England) an assembly, mainly in a shire or hundred, dealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moot",1,3,2 ], "with local legal and administrative affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mop up" ,1, 1, 1],"to clean with a mop",1). c_DEF([ "mop up" ,1, 1, 2],"to complete (a task, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "mop up" ,1, 1, 3],"prisoner, etc",2). c_DEF([ "mop up" ,1, 1, 3],"to clear (remaining enemy forces) after a battle, as by killing, taking",1). c_DEF([ "mop" ,1, 1, 1],"an implement with a wooden handle and a head made of twists of cotton or a",1). c_DEF([ "mop" ,1, 1, 1],"piece of synthetic sponge, used for polishing or washing floors, or washing dishes",2). c_DEF([ "mop" ,1, 1, 2],"something resembling this, such as a tangle of hair",1). c_DEF([ "mop" ,1, 3, 1],"(often foll| by up) to clean or soak up with or as if with a mop|~",1). c_DEF([ "mop",2,1,1 ], "to make a grimace or sad expression (esp| in the phrase mop and mow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mop",2,2,1 ], "such a face or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mopboard",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for skirting board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mope",1,1,1 ], "to be gloomy or apathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mope",1,1,2 ], "to move or act in an aimless way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mope",1,2,1 ], "a gloomy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moped",1,1,1 ], "a light motorcycle fitted with auxiliary pedals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mopes",1,1,1 ], "low spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mopoke",1,1,1 ], "a small spotted owl, Ninox novaezeelandiae, of Australia and New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mopoke",1,1,2 ], "(in Australia) a frogmouth, Podargus strigoides, with reddish-brown or grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mopoke",1,1,2 ], "plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moppet",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for poppet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moquette",1,1,1 ], "a thick velvety fabric used for carpets, upholstery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mor",1,1,1 ], "a layer of acidic humus formed in cool moist areas where decomposition is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mor",1,1,1 ], "slow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mora",1,1,1 ], "the quantity of a short syllable in verse represented by the breve ()" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moraceous",1,1,1 ], "of which have latex in the stems and heads enclosed in a fleshy receptacle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Moraceae, a mostly tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moraceous",1,1,1 ], "subtropical family of trees and shrubs, including fig, mulberry, breadfruit, and hop, many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moraine",1,1,1 ], "a mass of debris, carried by glaciers and forming ridges and mounds when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moraine",1,1,1 ], "deposited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moral hazard",1,1,1 ], "a risk incurred by an insurance company with respect to the possible lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral hazard",1,1,1 ], "honesty or prudence among policyholders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moral philosophy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of philosophy dealing with ethics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral theology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of theology dealing with ethics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,1,1 ], "concerned with or relating to human behaviour, esp| the distinction between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,1,1 ], "good and bad or right and wrong behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,1,2 ], "adhering to conventionally accepted standards of conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,1,3 ], "based on a sense of right and wrong according to conscience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,1,4 ], "having psychological rather than tangible effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,1,5 ], "(of evidence, etc|) based on a knowledge of the tendencies of human nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,2,1 ], "the lesson to be obtained from a fable or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,2,2 ], "a concise truth; maxim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moral",1,2,3 ], "principles of behaviour in accordance with standards of right and wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morale",1,1,1 ], "optimism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morale",1,1,1 ], "the degree of mental or moral confidence of a person or group; spirit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralism",1,1,1 ], "the habit or practice of moralizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralism",1,1,2 ], "a moral saying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralism",1,1,3 ], "the practice of moral principles without reference to religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralist",1,1,1 ], "a person who seeks to regulate the morals of others or to imbue others with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralist",1,1,1 ], "sense of morality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moralist",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives in accordance with moral principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morality play",1,1,1 ], "a type of drama written between the 14th and 16th centuries concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morality play",1,1,1 ], "conflict between personified virtues and vices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morality",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being moral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morality",1,1,2 ], "conformity to conventional standards of moral conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morality",1,1,3 ], "a system of moral principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morality",1,1,4 ], "an instruction or lesson in morals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morality",1,1,5 ], "short for morality play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralize",1,1,1 ], "to make moral pronouncements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralize",1,2,1 ], "to interpret or explain in a moral sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moralize",1,3,1 ], "to improve the morals of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morass",1,1,1 ], "a tract of swampy low-lying land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morass",1,1,2 ], "a disordered or muddled situation or circumstance, esp| one that impedes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morass",1,1,2 ], "progress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moratorium",1,1,1 ], "a legally authorized postponement of the fulfilment of an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moratorium",1,1,2 ], "an agreed suspension of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moray",1,1,1 ], "any voracious marine coastal eel of the family Muraenidae, esp| Muraena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moray",1,1,1 ], "helena, marked with brilliant patterns and colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morbid anatomy",1,1,1 ], "diseased organs and tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morbid anatomy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the study of the structure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morbid",1,1,1 ], "having an unusual interest in death or unpleasant events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morbid",1,1,2 ], "gruesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morbid",1,1,3 ], "relating to or characterized by disease; pathologic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morbidity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being morbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morbidity",1,1,2 ], "the relative incidence of a particular disease in a specific locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morbific",1,1,1 ], "causing disease; pathogenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morbilli",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for measles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morceau",1,1,1 ], "a fragment or morsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morceau",1,1,2 ], "a short composition, esp| a musical one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morcha",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a hostile demonstration against the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordacious",1,1,1 ], "sarcastic, caustic, or biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordant",1,1,1 ], "sarcastic or caustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordant",1,1,2 ], "having the properties of a mordant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordant",1,1,3 ], "pungent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordant",1,2,1 ], "a substance used before the application of a dye, possessing the ability to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordant",1,2,1 ], "fix colours in textiles, leather, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mordant",1,2,2 ], "an acid or other corrosive fluid used to etch lines on a printing plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordant",1,3,1 ], "to treat (a fabric, yarn, etc|) with a mordant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordent",1,1,1 ], "a melodic ornament consisting of the rapid alternation of a note with a note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mordent",1,1,1 ], "one degree lower than it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,1,1,1 ], "additional; further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,1,1,1 ], "the comparative of much or many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,1,1,2 ], "I can't take any more; more than expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,1,1,2 ], "he has more than she does; even more are dying every day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,1,2 ], "more of| to a greater extent or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,1 ], "used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,2 ], "the comparative of much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,3 ], "additionally; again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,4 ], "more or less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,4,1 ], "as an estimate; approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,4,2 ], "to an unspecified extent or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,5 ], "more so| to a greater extent or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,6 ], "neither more nor less than| simply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,7 ], "think more of| to have a higher opinion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "more",1,2,8 ], "what is more| moreover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moreen",1,1,1 ], "a heavy, usually watered, fabric of wool or wool and cotton, used esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moreen",1,1,1 ], "furnishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moreish",1,1,1 ], "(of food) causing a desire for more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morel",1,1,1 ], "any edible saprophytic ascomycetous fungus of the genus Morchella, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morel",1,1,1 ], "the mushroom has a pitted cap: order Pezizales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morello",1,1,1 ], "a variety of small very dark sour cherry, Prunus cerasus austera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moreover",1,1,1 ], "in addition to what has already been said; furthermore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morepork",1,1,1 ], "another name for mopoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mores",1,1,1 ], "society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mores",1,1,1 ], "the customs and conventions embodying the fundamental values of a group or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morganatic",1,1,1 ], "of or designating a marriage between a person of high rank and a person of low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morganatic",1,1,1 ], "rank, by which the latter is not elevated to the higher rank and any issue have no" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morganatic",1,1,1 ], "rights to the succession of the higher party's titles, property, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "morganite",1,1,1 ], "a pink variety of beryl, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morgen",1,1,1 ], "a South African unit of area, equal to about two acres or 0|8 hectare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morgen",1,1,2 ], "a unit of area, formerly used in Prussia and Scandinavia, equal to about two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morgen",1,1,2 ], "thirds of an acre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morgue",1,1,1 ], "another word for mortuary ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morgue",1,1,1 ], "superiority; haughtiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morgue",1,1,2 ], "a room or file containing clippings, etc|, used for reference in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moribund",1,1,1 ], "near death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moribund",1,1,2 ], "stagnant; without force or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morion",1,1,1 ], "a 16th-century helmet with a brim and wide comb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morion",2,1,1 ], "a smoky brown, grey, or blackish variety of quartz, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morish",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of moreish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morn",1,1,1 ], "a poetic word for morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morn",1,1,2 ], "the morn| Scot| tomorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mornay",1,1,1 ], "denoting a cheese sauce used in several dishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning coat",1,1,1 ], "a cutaway frock coat, part of morning dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning dress",1,1,1 ], "formal day dress for men, comprising a morning coat, usually with grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning dress",1,1,1 ], "trousers and top hat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morning sickness",1,1,1 ], "nausea occurring shortly after rising: an early symptom of pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning star",1,1,1 ], "a planet, usually Venus, seen just before sunrise during the time that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning star",1,1,1 ], "planet is west of the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morning watch",1,1,1 ], "the watch between 4 and 8 a|m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning",1,1,1 ], "the first part of the day, ending at or around noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning",1,1,2 ], "sunrise; daybreak; dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning",1,1,3 ], "the beginning or early period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning",1,1,4 ], "the morning after| Informal| the aftereffects of excess, esp| a hangover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning",1,1,5 ], "of, used, or occurring in the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning-glory",1,1,1 ], "afternoon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "morning-glory",1,1,1 ], "any of various mainly tropical convolvulaceous plants of the genus Ipomoea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morning-glory",1,1,1 ], "related genera, with trumpet-shaped blue, pink, or white flowers, which close in late" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mornings",1,1,1 ], "in the morning, esp| regularly, or during every morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morocco",1,1,1 ], "a fine soft leather made from goatskins, used for bookbinding, shoes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moron",1,1,1 ], "a foolish or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moron",1,1,2 ], "a person having an intelligence quotient of between 50 and 70, able to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moron",1,1,2 ], "under supervision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morose",1,1,1 ], "ill-tempered or gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morph",1,1,1 ], "the phonological representation of a morpheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphallaxis",1,1,1 ], "regeneration of organs in certain animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morphallaxis",1,1,1 ], "the transformation of one part into another that sometimes occurs during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morpheme",1,1,1 ], "a speech element having a meaning or grammatical function that cannot be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morpheme",1,1,1 ], "subdivided into further such elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morphine",1,1,1 ], "an alkaloid extracted from opium: used in medicine as an anaesthetic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphine",1,1,1 ], "sedative although repeated use causes addiction| Formula: C17H19NO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morphinism",1,1,1 ], "morphine addiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morpho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating form or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morpho-",1,1,2 ], "morpheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphogenesis",1,1,1 ], "embryo to adult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morphogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the development of form and structure in an organism during its growth from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphogenesis",1,1,2 ], "the evolutionary development of form in an organism or part of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the form and structure of organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphology",1,1,2 ], "inflection, combination, derivation and change, etc|, that may be observed and classified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morphology",1,1,2 ], "the form and structure of words in a language, esp| the consistent patterns of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphology",1,1,3 ], "the study of linguistic forms and structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphology",1,1,4 ], "the form and structure of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphophoneme",1,1,1 ], "allomorphs of a morpheme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morphophoneme",1,1,1 ], "the set of phonemes or sequences of phonemes that constitute the various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphophonemics",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morphophonemics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the phonemic realization of the allomorphs of the morphemes of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morphosis",1,1,1 ], "development in an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morph|",1,1,1 ], "morphological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morph|",1,1,2 ], "morphology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morris dance",1,1,1 ], "any of various old English folk dances usually performed by men (morris men)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morris dance",1,1,1 ], "bells and often represent characters from folk tales| Often shortened to morris" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "morris dance",1,1,1 ], "to the accompaniment of violin, concertina, etc| The dancers are adorned with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morro",1,1,1 ], "a rounded hill or promontory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morrow",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morrow",1,1,2 ], "the next day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morrow",1,1,3 ], "the period following a specified event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morrow",1,1,4 ], "the morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morse",1,1,1 ], "a clasp or fastening on a cope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morsel",1,1,1 ], "a small slice or mouthful of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morsel",1,1,2 ], "a small piece; bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mort",1,1,1 ], "a call blown on a hunting horn to signify the death of the animal hunted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal sin",1,1,1 ], "a sin regarded as involving total loss of grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,1 ], "(of living beings, esp| human beings) subject to death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,2 ], "of or involving life or the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,3 ], "ending in or causing death; fatal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,4 ], "deadly or unrelenting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,5 ], "of or like the fear of death; dire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,6 ], "great or very intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,7 ], "conceivable or possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,1,8 ], "long and tedious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,2,1 ], "a mortal being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortal",1,2,2 ], "a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortality rate",1,1,1 ], "another term for death rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortality table",1,1,1 ], "age, occupation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortality table",1,1,1 ], "an actuarial table indicating life expectancy and death frequency for a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortality",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being mortal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortality",1,1,2 ], "great loss of life, as in war or disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortality",1,1,3 ], "the number of deaths in a given period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortality",1,1,4 ], "mankind; humanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortality",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of cement or lime or both with sand and water, used as a bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,1 ], "between bricks or stones or as a covering on a wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,2 ], "a muzzle-loading cannon having a short barrel and relatively wide bore that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,2 ], "fires low-velocity shells in high trajectories over a short range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,3 ], "a similar device for firing lifelines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,4 ], "a vessel, usually bowl-shaped, in which substances are pulverized with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,4 ], "pestle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,1,5 ], "a cast-iron receptacle in which ore is crushed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,2,1 ], "to join (bricks or stones) or cover (a wall) with mortar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortar",1,2,2 ], "to fire on with mortars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortarboard",1,1,1 ], "a black tasselled academic cap with a flat square top covered with cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortarboard",1,1,2 ], "a small square board underside for carrying mortar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgage",1,1,1 ], "a conditional conveyance of property, esp| real property, as security for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgage",1,1,1 ], "repayment of a loan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortgage",1,1,2 ], "the deed effecting such a transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgage",1,2,1 ], "to convey (property) by mortgage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgage",1,2,2 ], "to pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgagee",1,1,1 ], "the party to a mortgage who makes the loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgagee",1,1,2 ], "a person who holds mortgaged property as security for repayment of a loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgagor",1,1,1 ], "a person who borrows money by mortgaging his property to the lender as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortgagor",1,1,1 ], "security" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortician",1,1,1 ], "another word for undertaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortification",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of loss of prestige or self-respect; humiliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortification",1,1,2 ], "something causing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortification",1,1,3 ], "the practice of mortifying the senses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortification",1,1,4 ], "another word for gangrene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortify",1,1,1 ], "to humiliate or cause to feel shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortify",1,2,1 ], "to subdue and bring under control by disciplinary exercises, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortify",1,2,2 ], "to cause or undergo tissue death or gangrene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortise lock",1,1,1 ], "a lock set into a mortise in a door so that the mechanism of the lock is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortise lock",1,1,1 ], "enclosed by the door" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,1,1 ], "a slot or recess, usually rectangular, cut into a piece of wood, stone, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,1,1 ], "to receive a matching projection (tenon) of another piece, or a mortise lock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,1,2 ], "a cavity cut into a letterpress printing plate into which type or another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,1,2 ], "plate is inserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,2,1 ], "to cut a slot or recess in (a piece of wood, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,2,2 ], "to join (two pieces of wood, etc|) by means of a mortise and tenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,2,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortise",1,2,3 ], "to cut a cavity in (a letterpress printing plate) for the insertion of type," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortmain",1,1,1 ], "ecclesiastical or other corporation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mortmain",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of lands, etc|, held inalienably, as by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortuary",1,1,1 ], "a building where dead bodies are kept before cremation or burial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mortuary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to death or burial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morula",1,1,1 ], "a solid ball of cells resulting from cleavage of a fertilized ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "morwong",1,1,1 ], "Cheilodactylos: family Cirrhitidae (or Cheilodactylidae)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "morwong",1,1,1 ], "a food fish of Australasian coastal waters belonging to the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mor|",1,1,1 ], "morocco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic gold",1,1,1 ], "stannic sulphide, esp| when suspended in lacquer for use in gilding surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,1 ], "a design or decoration made up of small pieces of coloured glass, stone, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,2 ], "the process of making a mosaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,2,1 ], "a mottled yellowing that occurs in the leaves of plants affected with any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,2,1 ], "various virus diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,2,2 ], "discoloration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,2,2 ], "mosaic disease| any of the diseases, such as tobacco mosaic, that produce this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,3 ], "another name for chimera ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,4 ], "an assembly of aerial photographs forming a composite picture of a large area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,4 ], "on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,5 ], "a light-sensitive surface on a television camera tube, consisting of a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosaic",1,1,5 ], "number of granules of photoemissive material deposited on an insulating medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosasaur",1,1,1 ], "and related genera, typically having paddle-like limbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosasaur",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct Cretaceous giant marine lizards of the genus Mosasaurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moschatel",1,1,1 ], "a small N temperate plant, Adoxa moschatellina, with greenish-white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moschatel",1,1,1 ], "musk-scented flowers: family Adoxaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosey",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by along or on) to walk in a leisurely manner amble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moshav",1,1,1 ], "a cooperative settlement in Israel, consisting of a number of small farms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosque",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim place of worship, usually having one or more minarets and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosque",1,1,1 ], "decorated with elaborate tracery and texts from the Koran" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosquito boat",1,1,1 ], "another name for MTB" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosquito hawk",1,1,1 ], "another name for nighthawk ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosquito net",1,1,1 ], "a fine curtain or net put in windows, around beds, etc|, to keep mosquitoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosquito net",1,1,1 ], "out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mosquito",1,1,1 ], "any dipterous insect of the family Culicidae: the females have a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosquito",1,1,1 ], "proboscis adapted for piercing the skin of man and animals to suck their blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moss agate",1,1,1 ], "a variety of chalcedony with dark greenish mossy markings, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss pink",1,1,1 ], "a North American plant, Phlox subulata, forming dense mosslike mats:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss pink",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its pink, white, or lavender flowers: family Polemoniaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moss rose",1,1,1 ], "a variety of rose, Rosa centifolia muscosa, that has a mossy stem and calyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss rose",1,1,1 ], "and fragrant pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moss stitch",1,1,1 ], "a knitting stitch made up of alternate plain and purl stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss",1,1,1 ], "any bryophyte of the class Musci, typically growing in dense mats on trees," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss",1,1,1 ], "rocks, moist ground, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moss",1,1,2 ], "a clump or growth of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss",1,1,3 ], "Ceylon moss, rose moss, and reindeer moss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moss",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar but unrelated plants, such as club moss, Spanish moss," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss",1,1,4 ], "a peat bog or swamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moss-grown",1,1,1 ], "covered with moss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mossback",1,1,1 ], "an old turtle, shellfish, etc|, that has a growth of algae on its back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mossback",1,1,2 ], "a provincial or conservative person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mossbunker",1,1,1 ], "another name for menhaden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mossie",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for mosquito" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mossie",2,1,1 ], "another name for the cape sparrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosso",1,1,1 ], "to be performed with rapidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosstrooper",1,1,1 ], "a raider in the border country of England and Scotland in the mid-17th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mosstrooper",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,1,1 ], "a great majority of; nearly all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,1,2 ], "most of them don't know; most of it is finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,2 ], "the most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,2,1 ], "the superlative of many and much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,3 ], "at most| at the maximum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,4 ], "for the most part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,5 ], "make the most of| to use to the best advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,6 ], "than most| short for than most others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,1,7 ], "the most| Slang, chiefly U|S| wonderful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,2,1 ], "the most| used to form the superlative of some adjectives and adverbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,2,2 ], "the superlative of much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,2,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,2,4 ], "informal or dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "most",1,2,5 ], "almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mostly",1,1,1 ], "almost entirely; chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mostly",1,1,2 ], "on many or most occasions; usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mos|",1,1,1 ], "months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mot juste",1,1,1 ], "the appropriate word or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mot",1,1,1 ], "short for bon mot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mote",1,1,1 ], "a tiny speck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mote",2,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mote",2,1,2 ], "may or might" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motel",1,1,1 ], "a roadside hotel for motorists, usually having direct access from each room or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motel",1,1,1 ], "chalet to a parking space or garage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motet",1,1,1 ], "a polyphonic choral composition used as an anthem in the Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motet",1,1,1 ], "service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moth",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous insects of the order Lepidoptera that typically have stout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moth",1,1,1 ], "bodies with antennae of various shapes (but not clubbed), including large brightly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moth",1,1,1 ], "coloured species, such as hawk moths, and small inconspicuous types, such as the clothes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moth",1,1,1 ], "moths" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "moth-eaten",1,1,1 ], "decayed, decrepit, or outdated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moth-eaten",1,1,2 ], "eaten away by or as if by moths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothball",1,1,1 ], "a small ball of camphor or naphthalene used to repel clothes moths in stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothball",1,1,1 ], "clothing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mothball",1,1,2 ], "put in mothballs| to postpone work on (a project, activity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothball",1,2,1 ], "plastic to prevent corrosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mothball",1,2,1 ], "to prepare (a ship) for a long period of storage by sealing all openings with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothball",1,2,2 ], "to postpone work on (a project, activity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother country",1,1,1 ], "the original country of colonists or settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother country",1,1,2 ], "another term for fatherland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother ship",1,1,1 ], "a ship providing facilities and supplies for a number of small vessels, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother superior",1,1,1 ], "the head of a community of nuns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother tongue",1,1,1 ], "the language first learned by a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother tongue",1,1,2 ], "a language from which another has evolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother wit",1,1,1 ], "native practical intelligence; common sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,1,1 ], "a female who has given birth to offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,2 ], "a person's own mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,3 ], "a female substituting in the function of a mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,4 ], "a term of address for an old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,4,1 ], "a female or thing that creates, nurtures, protects, etc|, something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,4,1 ], "motherly qualities, such as maternal affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,4,3 ], "mothercraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,5 ], "a title given to certain members of female religious orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,6 ], "God as the eternal Principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,7 ], "native or innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,8 ], "short for motherfucker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,1,9 ], "be mother| to pour the tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,2,1 ], "to give birth to or produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",1,2,2 ], "to nurture, protect, etc| as a mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",2,1,1 ], "a stringy slime containing various bacteria that forms on the surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother",2,1,1 ], "liquids undergoing acetous fermentation| It can be added to wine, etc| to promote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mother",2,1,1 ], "vinegar formation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mother-in-law",1,1,1 ], "the mother of one's wife or husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother-of-pearl",1,1,1 ], "a hard iridescent substance, mostly calcium carbonate, that forms the inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mother-of-pearl",1,1,1 ], "buttons, inlay furniture, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mother-of-pearl",1,1,1 ], "layer of the shells of certain molluscs, such as the oyster| It is used to make" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mother-of-thousands",1,1,1 ], "another name for mind-your-own-business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motherfucker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing, esp| an exasperating or unpleasant one| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motherfucker",1,1,1 ], "mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motherhood",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motherhood",1,1,2 ], "the qualities characteristic of a mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motherland",1,1,1 ], "another word for fatherland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motherless" ,1, 1, 1],"not having a mother",1). c_DEF([ "motherless" ,1, 2, 2],"Hmother loden| Mining",1). c_DEF([ "motherless" ,1, 2, 3],"the principal lode in a system",1). c_DEF([ "motherly",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a mother, esp| in warmth, or protectiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motherwort",1,1,1 ], "(labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "motherwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the Eurasian genus Leonurus, esp| L| cardiaca, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motherwort",1,1,1 ], "divided leaves and clusters of small purple or pink flowers: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mothproof",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of clothes) chemically treated so as to repel clothes moths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothproof",1,2,1 ], "to make (clothes, etc|) mothproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothy",1,1,1 ], "mothier, mothiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothy",1,1,2 ], "ragged; moth-eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mothy",1,1,3 ], "containing moths; full of moths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motif",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive idea, esp| a theme elaborated on in a piece of music," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motif",1,1,1 ], "literature, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motif",1,1,2 ], "a recurring form or shape in a design or pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motile",1,1,1 ], "capable of moving spontaneously and independently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motile",1,2,1 ], "a person whose mental imagery strongly reflects movement, esp| his own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion picture",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| term for film ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion sickness",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being dizzy or nauseous from riding in a moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion sickness",1,1,1 ], "vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motion study",1,1,1 ], "short for time and motion study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,1 ], "the process of continual change in the physical position of an object;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,2 ], "a movement or action, esp| of part of the human body; a gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,2,1 ], "the capacity for movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,2,2 ], "a manner of movement, esp| walking; gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,3 ], "a mental impulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,4 ], "a formal proposal to be discussed and voted on in a debate, meeting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,5 ], "the conduct of legal proceedings|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,5 ], "| an application made to a judge or court for an order or ruling necessary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,5,1 ], "part of a moving mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,5,1 ], "the evacuation of the bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,5,2 ], "excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,5,2 ], "the action of such a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,6 ], "progressions are in opposite directions exhibit contrary motion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,6 ], "progressions are in the same direction exhibit similar motion, while two parts whose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,6 ], "the upward or downward course followed by a part or melody| Parts whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,7 ], "go through the motions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,7,1 ], "sincerity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,7,1 ], "to act or perform the task (of doing something) mechanically or without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,7,2 ], "to mimic the action (of something) by gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,8 ], "in motion| operational or functioning (often in the phrases set in motion, set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,1,8 ], "the wheels in motion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motion",1,2,1 ], "to signal or direct (a person) by a movement or gesture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motionless",1,1,1 ], "not moving; absolutely still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motivate",1,1,1 ], "to give incentive to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motivation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of motivating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motivation",1,1,2 ], "desire to do; interest or drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motivation",1,1,3 ], "incentive or inducement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motivation",1,1,4 ], "the process that arouses, sustains and regulates human and animal behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motivational research",1,1,1 ], "planning of advertising and sales campaigns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motivational research",1,1,1 ], "the application of psychology to the study of consumer behaviour, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive power",1,1,1 ], "any source of energy used to produce motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive power",1,1,2 ], "the means of supplying power to an engine, vehicle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive power",1,1,3 ], "any driving force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive",1,1,1 ], "the reason for a certain course of action, whether conscious or unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of motif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive",1,2,1 ], "of or causing motion or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive",1,2,2 ], "of or acting as a motive; motivating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motive",1,3,1 ], "to motivate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motivity",1,1,1 ], "the power of moving or of initiating motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motley",1,1,1 ], "made up of elements of varying type, quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motley",1,1,2 ], "multicoloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motley",1,2,1 ], "a motley collection or mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motley",1,2,2 ], "the particoloured attire of a jester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motley",1,2,3 ], "a jester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motmot",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American bird of the family Momotidae, having a long tail and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motmot",1,1,1 ], "blue and brownish-green plumage: order Coraciiformes (kingfishers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motocross",1,1,1 ], "a motorcycle race across very rough ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motocross",1,1,2 ], "another name for rallycross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motoneuron",1,1,1 ], "an efferent nerve cell; motor neuron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor caravan",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle fitted with equipment for cooking, sleeping, etc|, like that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor caravan",1,1,1 ], "of a caravan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor generator",1,1,1 ], "a generator driven by an electric motor, by means of which the voltage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor generator",1,1,1 ], "frequency, or phases of an electrical power supply can be changed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor park",1,1,1 ], "a W African name for car park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor scooter",1,1,1 ], "a light motorcycle with small wheels and an enclosed engine| Often shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor scooter",1,1,1 ], "to scooter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor vehicle",1,1,1 ], "a road vehicle driven by a motor or engine, esp| an internal-combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor vehicle",1,1,1 ], "engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor vessel",1,1,1 ], "a ship whose main propulsion system is a diesel or other internal-combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor vessel",1,1,1 ], "engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,1,1 ], "the engine, esp| an internal-combustion engine, of a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,2 ], "a machine that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,2 ], "the forces exerted on a current-carrying coil placed in a magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,3 ], "any device that converts another form of energy into mechanical energy to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,3 ], "produce motion|CATEGORY Chiefly Brit|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,4 ], "a car or other motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,2,1 ], "producing or causing motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,2,1,1 ], "contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,2,1,1 ], "of or relating to nerves or neurons that carry impulses that cause muscles to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,2,1,2 ], "of or relating to movement or to muscles that induce movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,3,1 ], "to travel by car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motor",1,4,1 ], "to transport by car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorable",1,1,1 ], "(of a road) suitable for use by motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorbicycle",1,1,1 ], "a motorcycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorbicycle",1,1,2 ], "a moped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorbike",1,1,1 ], "a less formal name for motorcycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorboat",1,1,1 ], "any boat powered by a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorbus",1,1,1 ], "a bus driven by an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorcade",1,1,1 ], "a parade of cars or other motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorcar",1,1,1 ], "a more formal word for car ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorcar",1,1,2 ], "a self-propelled electric railway car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorcoach",1,1,1 ], "a coach driven by an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorcycle",1,1,1 ], "a two-wheeled vehicle, having a stronger frame than a bicycle, that is driven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorcycle",1,1,1 ], "by a petrol engine, usually with a capacity of between 125 cc and 1000 cc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motorcycle",1,2,1 ], "to ride on a motorcycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorist",1,1,1 ], "a driver of a car, esp| when considered as a car-owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorize",1,1,1 ], "to equip with a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorize",1,1,2 ], "to provide (military units) with motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorman",1,1,1 ], "the driver of an electric train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorman",1,1,2 ], "the operator of a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorway",1,1,1 ], "a main road for fast-moving traffic, having limited access, separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motorway",1,1,1 ], "carriageways for vehicles travelling in opposite directions, and usually a total of four or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motorway",1,1,1 ], "six lanes| U|S| name: superhighway" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "motte",1,1,1 ], "a natural or man-made mound on which a castle was erected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mottle",1,1,1 ], "to colour with streaks or blotches of different shades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mottle",1,2,1 ], "a mottled appearance, as of the surface of marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mottle",1,2,2 ], "one streak or blotch of colour in a mottled surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motto",1,1,1 ], "a short saying expressing the guiding maxim or ideal of a family," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motto",1,1,1 ], "organization, etc|, esp| when part of a coat of arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "motto",1,1,2 ], "a short explanatory phrase inscribed on or attached to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motto",1,1,3 ], "a verse or maxim contained in a paper cracker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motto",1,1,4 ], "a quotation prefacing a book or chapter of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motto",1,1,5 ], "a recurring musical phrase| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "motu proprio",1,1,1 ], "an administrative papal bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moue",1,1,1 ], "a disdainful or pouting look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouflon",1,1,1 ], "a wild short-fleeced mountain sheep, Ovis musimon, of Corsica and Sardinia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouill",1,1,1 ], "(pronounced as ($y) and ($j) respectively), or French ll (representing a (j) sound)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouill",1,1,1 ], "palatalized, as in the sounds represented by Spanish ll or n, Italian gl or gn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moujik",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of muzhik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,1,1 ], "a shaped cavity used to give a definite form to fluid or plastic material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,1,2 ], "a frame on which something may be constructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,1,3 ], "something shaped in or made on a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,1,4 ], "shape, form, design, or pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,1,5 ], "specific nature, character, or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,2,1 ], "to make in a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,2,2 ], "to shape or form, as by using a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,2,3 ], "to influence or direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,2,4 ], "to cling to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",1,2,5 ], "to make (a material such as sand) into a mould that is used in casting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",2,1,1 ], "a coating or discoloration caused by various saprophytic fungi that develop in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",2,1,1 ], "a damp atmosphere on the surface of stored food, fabrics, wallpaper, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mould",2,1,2 ], "any of the fungi that causes this growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",2,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become covered with this growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",3,1,1 ], "loose soil, esp| when rich in organic matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mould",3,1,2 ], "the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouldboard",1,1,1 ], "the curved blade of a plough, which turns over the furrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulder",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by away) to crumble or cause to crumble, as through decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulder",2,1,1 ], "a person who moulds or makes moulds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulder",2,1,2 ], "one of the set of electrotypes used for making duplicates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulding board",1,1,1 ], "a board on which dough is kneaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulding",1,1,1,1 ], "a shaped outline, esp| one used on cornices, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulding",1,1,1,2 ], "a shaped strip made of wood, stone, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulding",1,1,2 ], "something moulded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouldwarp",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect name for a mole (the animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouldy fig",1,1,1 ], "a rigid adherent to older jazz forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouldy",1,1,1 ], "covered with mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouldy",1,1,2 ], "stale or musty, esp| from age or lack of use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouldy",1,1,3 ], "boring; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulin",1,1,1 ], "a vertical shaft in a glacier, maintained by a constant descending stream of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moulin",1,1,1 ], "water and debris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moult",1,1,1 ], "(of birds, mammals, reptiles, and arthropods) to shed (feathers, hair, skin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moult",1,1,1 ], "or cuticle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moult",1,2,1 ], "the periodic process of moulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",1,1,1 ], "a raised mass of earth, debris, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",1,1,2 ], "any heap or pile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",1,1,3 ], "a small natural hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",1,1,4 ], "another word for barrow ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",1,1,5 ], "an artificial ridge of earth, stone, etc|, as used for defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to gather into a mound; heap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",1,3,1 ], "to cover or surround with a mound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound",2,1,1 ], "a rare word for orb ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mound-builder",1,1,1 ], "another name for megapode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,1,1 ], "to go up (a hill, stairs, etc|); climb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,1,2 ], "to get up on (a horse, a platform, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,2,1 ], "to increase; accumulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,3,1 ], "to fix onto a backing, setting, or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,4,1 ], "to provide with a horse for riding, or to place on a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,4,2 ], "(of male animals) to climb onto (a female animal) for copulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,5,1 ], "to prepare (a play, etc|) for production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,6,1 ], "to prepare (a skeleton, etc|) for exhibition as a specimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,7,1 ], "to place or carry (weapons) in such a position that they can be fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,7,2 ], "mount guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,8,1 ], "a backing, setting, or support onto which something is fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,8,2 ], "the act or manner of mounting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,8,3 ], "a horse for riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,8,4 ], "a slide used in microscopy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,8,4,1 ], "a small transparent pocket in an album for a postage stamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",1,8,4,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for hinge ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",2,1,1 ], "a mountain or hill: used in literature and (when cap|) in proper names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mount",2,1,2 ], "(in palmistry) any of the seven cushions of flesh on the palm of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain ash",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees of the rosaceous genus Sorbus, such as S| aucuparia ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain ash",1,1,1 ], "having clusters of small white flowers and bright red berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mountain ash",1,1,2 ], "any of several Australian eucalyptus trees, such as Eucalyptus regnans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain cat",1,1,1 ], "any of various wild feline mammals, such as the bobcat, lynx, or puma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain chain",1,1,1 ], "a series of ranges of mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain devil",1,1,1 ], "another name for moloch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain goat",1,1,1 ], "short for Rocky Mountain goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain goat",1,1,2 ], "any wild goat inhabiting mountainous regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain laurel",1,1,1 ], "any of various ericaceous shrubs or trees of the genus Kalmia, esp| K|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain laurel",1,1,1 ], "latifolia of E North America, which has leathery poisonous leaves and clusters of pink or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mountain laurel",1,1,1 ], "white flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mountain lion",1,1,1 ], "another name for puma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain range",1,1,1 ], "a series of adjoining mountains or of lines of mountains of similar origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain sheep",1,1,1 ], "another name for bighorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain sheep",1,1,2 ], "any wild sheep inhabiting mountainous regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain sickness",1,1,1 ], "nausea and shortness of breath caused by climbing to high altitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain",1,1,1,1 ], "a natural upward projection of the earth's surface, higher and steeper than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain",1,1,1,1 ], "hill and often having a rocky summit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mountain",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain",1,1,1,3 ], "a mountaintop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain",1,1,2 ], "a huge heap or mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountain",1,1,3 ], "anything of great quantity or size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountaineer",1,1,1 ], "a person who climbs mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountaineer",1,1,2 ], "a person living in a mountainous area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountaineer",1,2,1 ], "to climb mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountainous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountainous",1,1,2 ], "like a mountain, esp| in size or impressiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountebank",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person who sold quack medicines in public places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountebank",1,1,2 ], "a charlatan; fake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mountebank",1,2,1 ], "to play the mountebank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mounted",1,1,1 ], "equipped with or riding horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mounted",1,1,2 ], "provided with a support, backing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mounting",1,1,1 ], "another word for mount ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mounting-block",1,1,1 ], "a block of stone formerly used to aid a person when mounting a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourn",1,1,1 ], "to feel or express sadness for the death or loss of (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourn",1,2,1 ], "to observe the customs of mourning, as by wearing black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourn",1,3,1 ], "to grieve over (loss or misfortune)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourner",1,1,1 ], "a person who mourns, esp| at a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourner",1,1,2 ], "(at U|S| revivalist meetings) a person who repents publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mournful",1,1,1 ], "evoking grief; sorrowful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mournful",1,1,2 ], "gloomy; sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning band",1,1,1 ], "a piece of black material, esp| an armband, worn to indicate that the wearer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning band",1,1,1 ], "is in mourning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mourning cloak",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for Camberwell beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning dove",1,1,1 ], "a brown North American dove, Zenaidura macroura, with a plaintive song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning",1,1,1 ], "the act or feelings of one who mourns; grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning",1,1,2 ], "the conventional symbols of grief, such as the wearing of black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning",1,1,3 ], "the period of time during which a death is officially mourned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning",1,1,4 ], "in mourning| observing the conventions of mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mourning",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse deer",1,1,1 ], "another name for chevrotain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,1,1 ], "Cricetidae that are similar to but smaller than rats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small long-tailed rodents of the families Muridae and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,1,2 ], "any of various related rodents, such as the jumping mouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,1,3 ], "a quiet, timid, or cowardly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,1,4 ], "a black eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,1,5 ], "another word for mousing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,2,1 ], "(ma$uz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,2,2 ], "to stalk and catch (mice, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,3,1 ], "to go about stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse",1,4,1 ], "to secure (a hook) with mousing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouse-ear",1,1,1 ], "short for mouse-ear chickweed (see chickweed ,2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousebird",1,1,1 ], "another name for coly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouser",1,1,1 ], "a cat or other animal that is used to catch mice: usually qualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousetail",1,1,1 ], "M| minimus, with tail-like flower spikes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mousetail",1,1,1 ], "any of various N temperate ranunculaceous plants of the genus Myosurus, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousetrap",1,1,1 ], "any trap for catching mice, esp| one with a spring-loaded metal bar that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousetrap",1,1,1 ], "released by the taking of the bait" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mousetrap",1,1,2 ], "cheese of indifferent quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousey",1,1,1 ], "mousier, mousiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousey",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of mousy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousing",1,1,1 ], "a lashing, shackle, etc|, for closing off a hook to prevent a load from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousing",1,1,1 ], "slipping off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moussaka",1,1,1 ], "a dish originating in the Balkan States, consisting of meat, aubergines, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moussaka",1,1,1 ], "tomatoes, topped with cheese sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mousse",1,1,1 ], "a light creamy dessert made with eggs, cream, fruit, etc|, set with gelatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousse",1,1,2 ], "a similar dish made from fish or meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousseline de laine",1,1,1 ], "a light woollen fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousseline de soie",1,1,1 ], "a thin gauzelike fabric of silk or rayon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousseline sauce",1,1,1 ], "a light sweet or savoury sauce, made by adding whipped cream or egg whites to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousseline sauce",1,1,1 ], "hollandaise sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mousseline",1,1,1 ], "a fine fabric made of rayon or silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousseline",1,1,2 ], "a type of fine glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moustache cup",1,1,1 ], "a cup with a partial cover to protect a drinker's moustache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moustache",1,1,1 ], "the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moustache",1,1,1 ], "the unshaved growth of hair on the upper lip, and sometimes down the sides of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moustache",1,1,2 ], "a similar growth of hair or bristles (in animals) or feathers (in birds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moustache",1,1,3 ], "a mark like a moustache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousy",1,1,1 ], "mousier, mousiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousy",1,1,2 ], "resembling a mouse, esp| in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousy",1,1,3 ], "shy or ineffectual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mousy",1,1,4 ], "infested with mice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth organ",1,1,1 ], "another name for harmonica ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,1 ], "the opening through which many animals take in food and issue vocal sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,10 ], "the opening of or place leading into a cave, tunnel, volcano, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,11 ], "specified as to sensitivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,11 ], "that part of the inner lip of a horse on which the bit acts, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,12 ], "the narrow slit in an organ pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,13 ], "the opening between the jaws of a vice or other gripping device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,14 ], "a pout; grimace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,15 ], "by word of mouth| orally rather than by written means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,16 ], "down in or at the mouth| in low spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,17 ], "have a big mouth or open one's big mouth| Informal| to speak indiscreetly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,17 ], "loudly, or excessively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,18 ], "keep one's mouth shut| to keep a secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,19 ], "put words into someone's mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,19,1 ], "to represent, often inaccurately, what someone has said" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,19,2 ], "to tell someone what to say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,2 ], "teeth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,2 ], "the system of organs surrounding this opening, including the lips, tongue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,20 ], "put one's money where one's mouth is| to take appropriate action to support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,20 ], "what one has said" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,3 ], "the visible part of the lips on the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,4 ], "a person regarded as a consumer of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,5 ], "verbal expression (esp| in the phrase give mouth to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,6 ], "a particular manner of speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,7 ], "boastful, rude, or excessive talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,8 ], "the point where a river issues into a sea or lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,1,9 ], "the opening of a container, such as a jar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,2,1 ], "(ma$u)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,2,2 ], "to speak or say (something) insincerely, esp| in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,3,1 ], "to form (words) with movements of the lips but without speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,4,1 ], "to accustom (a horse) to wearing a bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,5,1 ], "mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,5,1 ], "to take (something) into the mouth or to move (something) around inside the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth",1,6,1 ], "to make a grimace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth-to-mouth",1,1,1 ], "designating a method of artificial respiration involving blowing air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouth-to-mouth",1,1,1 ], "rhythmically into the mouth of a person who has stopped breathing, to stimulate return of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouth-to-mouth",1,1,1 ], "spontaneous breathing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mouthbrooder",1,1,1 ], "any of various African cichlid fishes of the genera Tilapia and Haplochromis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthbrooder",1,1,1 ], "that carry their eggs and young around in the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouthful",1,1,1 ], "as much as is held in the mouth at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthful",1,1,2 ], "a small quantity, as of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthful",1,1,3 ], "a long word or phrase that is difficult to say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthful",1,1,4 ], "an impressive remark (esp| in the phrase say a mouthful)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpart",1,1,1 ], "any of the paired appendages in arthropods that surround the mouth and are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpart",1,1,1 ], "specialized for feeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpiece",1,1,1 ], "the part of a wind instrument into which the player blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpiece",1,1,2 ], "the part of a telephone receiver into which a person speaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpiece",1,1,3 ], "the part of a container forming its mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpiece",1,1,4 ], "a person who acts as a spokesman, as for an organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpiece",1,1,5 ], "a publication, esp| a periodical, expressing the official views of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpiece",1,1,5 ], "organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouthpiece",1,1,6 ], "another name for gumshield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthwash",1,1,1 ], "a medicated aqueous solution, used for gargling and for cleansing the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthwatering",1,1,1 ], "whetting the appetite, as from smell, appearance, or description" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouthy",1,1,1 ], "mouthier, mouthiest| bombastic; excessively talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mouton",1,1,1 ], "seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mouton",1,1,1 ], "sheepskin processed to resemble the fur of another animal, esp| beaver or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,1,1 ], "able to be moved or rearranged; not fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of religious festivals such as Easter) varying in date from year to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,1,2 ], "year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,1,3 ], "(usually spelt moveable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to personal property as opposed to realty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,1,5 ], "(of type) cast singly so that each character is on a separate piece of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,1,5 ], "suitable for composition by hand, as founder's type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "movable",1,2,1 ], "a movable article, esp| a piece of furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move in",1,1,1 ], "Also (when prep|): move into| to occupy or take possession of (a new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move in",1,1,1 ], "residence, place of business, etc|), or help (someone) to do this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "move in",1,2,1 ], "to creep close (to), as in preparing to capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move in",1,3,1 ], "to try to gain power or influence (over) or interfere (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move out",1,1,1 ], "to vacate a residence, place of business, etc|, or help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move out",1,1,2 ], "(someone) to do this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,1,1 ], "to go or take from one place to another; change in location or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,1,2 ], "to change (one's dwelling, place of business, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,1,3 ], "to be or cause to be in motion; stir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,1 ], "the act of moving; movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,2 ], "one of a sequence of actions, usually part of a plan; manoeuvre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,3 ], "the act of moving one's residence, place of business, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,4 ], "(in board games)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,4,1 ], "a player's turn to move his piece or take other permitted action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,4,2 ], "a permitted manoeuvre of a piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,5 ], "get a move on| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,5,1 ], "to get started" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,5,2 ], "to hurry up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,6 ], "make a move|Informal| to take even the slightest action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,7 ], "make one's move| to commit oneself to a position or course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,8 ], "on the move| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,8,1 ], "travelling from place to place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,8,2 ], "advancing; succeeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,10,8,3 ], "very active; busy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,2,1 ], "(of machines, etc|) to work or operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,3,1 ], "to cause (to do something); prompt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,4,1 ], "to begin to act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,5,1 ], "to associate oneself with a specified social circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,6,1 ], "to make progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,7,1 ], "to arouse affection, pity, or compassion in; touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,7,2 ], "(in board games) to change the position of (a piece) or (of a piece) to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,7,2 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,7,3 ], "(of merchandise) to be disposed of by being bought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,7,4 ], "(when tr|, often takes a clause as object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,7,5 ], "debating or parliamentary procedure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,7,5 ], "when intr|, often foll| by for) to suggest (a proposal) formally, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,8,1 ], "to go away or to another place; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,8,2 ], "to cause (the bowels) to evacuate or (of the bowels) to be evacuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,9,1 ], "to be exciting or active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "move",1,9,2 ], "move heaven and earth| Informal| to take every step possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or result of moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,1,2 ], "an instance of moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,10 ], "a positional change by one or a number of military units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,11 ], "a change in the market price of a security or commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,2 ], "the manner of moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,2,1 ], "a group of people with a common ideology, esp| a political or religious one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,2,2 ], "the organized action of such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,3 ], "a trend or tendency in a particular sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,4 ], "the driving and regulating mechanism of a watch or clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,5 ], "a person's location and activities during a specific time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,5,1 ], "the evacuation of the bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,5,2 ], "the matter evacuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,6 ], "a principal self-contained section of a symphony, sonata, etc|, usually having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,6 ], "its own structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,7 ], "tempo or pace, as in music or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,8 ], "the appearance of motion in painting, sculpture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movement",1,1,9 ], "the rhythmical structure of verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mover",1,1,1 ], "a person, business, idea, etc|, that is advancing or progressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mover",1,1,2 ], "a person who moves a proposal, as in a debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mover",1,1,3 ], "a removal firm or a person who works for one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movie camera",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for cine camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movie film",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for cine film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movie",1,1,1,1 ], "an informal word for film ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "movie",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moving average",1,1,1 ], "an average with several successive values obtained by replacing one item in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moving average",1,1,1 ], "the numerator of the average but keeping the same denominator| It is often used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moving average",1,1,1 ], "time series" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "moving picture",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for film ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moving staircase",1,1,1 ], "less common terms for escalator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moving",1,1,1 ], "arousing or touching the emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moving",1,1,2 ], "changing or capable of changing position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moving",1,1,3 ], "causing motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mow down",1,1,1 ], "to kill in large numbers, esp| by gunfire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mow",1,1,1 ], "to cut down (grass, crops, etc|), with a hand implement or machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mow",1,2,1 ], "to cut the growing vegetation of (a field, lawn, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mow",2,1,1 ], "the part of a barn where hay, straw, etc|, is stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mow",2,1,2 ], "the hay, straw, etc|, stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mow",3,2,1 ], "an archaic word for grimace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mowburnt",1,1,1 ], "(of hay, straw, etc|) damaged by overheating in a mow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mown",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of mow'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moxa",1,1,1 ], "a cauterizing agent or counterirritant for the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moxa",1,1,1 ], "a downy material obtained from various plants and used in Oriental medicine as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moxa",1,1,2 ], "any of various plants yielding this material, such as the wormwood Artemisia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "moxa",1,1,2 ], "chinensis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "moxie",1,1,1 ], "courage, nerve, or vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mozzarella",1,1,1 ], "a moist white Italian curd cheese made originally from buffalo milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mozzetta",1,1,1 ], "a short hooded cape worn by the pope, cardinals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mo|",1,1,1 ], "month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mp",1,1,1 ], "mezzo piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mridang",1,1,1 ], "a drum used in Indian music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "msalliance",1,1,1 ], "marriage with a person of lower social status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mster",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of muenster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mtg|",1,1,1 ], "meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mtg|",1,1,2 ], "mortgage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mtier",1,1,1 ], "a profession or trade, esp| that to which one is well suited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mtier",1,1,2 ], "a person's strong point or speciality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mu meson",1,1,1 ], "a former name for muon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mu",1,1,1 ], "m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mu",1,1,1 ], "the 12th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GM, #Gm), a consonant, translated as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muc-",1,1,1 ], "variant of muco- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,1,1 ], "a great quantity or degree of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,1,2 ], "much has been learned from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,2 ], "a bit much| Informal| rather excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,3 ], "as much| exactly that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,4 ], "make much of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,4,1 ], "to make sense of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,4,2 ], "to give importance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,4,3 ], "to pay flattering attention to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,5 ], "not much of| not to any appreciable degree or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,6 ], "not up to much| Informal| of a low standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,1,7 ], "think much of| to have a high opinion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,2,1 ], "considerably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,2,2 ], "practically; nearly (esp| in the phrase much the same)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,2,3 ], "often; a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,2,4 ], "(as) much as| even though; although" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "much",1,3,1 ], "impressive, or important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muchness",1,1,1 ], "magnitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muchness",1,1,2 ], "much of a muchness| Brit| very similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline solid carboxylic acid found in milk sugar and used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucic acid",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of pyrrole| Formula: C4H4(OH)4(COOH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mucid",1,1,1 ], "mouldy, musty, or slimy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucilage",1,1,1 ], "a sticky preparation, such as gum or glue, used as an adhesive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucilage",1,1,2 ], "a complex glutinous carbohydrate secreted by certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of nitrogenous mucoproteins occurring in saliva, skin, tendon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucin",1,1,1 ], "etc|, that produce a very viscous solution in water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muck about",1,2,1 ], "to waste time; misbehave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck about",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by with) to interfere with, annoy, or waste the time of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck in",1,1,1 ], "to share something, such as duties, work, etc|, (with other people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,1,1 ], "farmyard dung or decaying vegetable matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,1,2 ], "an organic soil rich in humus and used as a fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,1,3 ], "dirt or filth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,1,4 ], "earth, rock material, etc|, removed during mining excavations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,1,5 ], "trash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,1,6 ], "make a muck of| Slang, chiefly Brit| to ruin or spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,2,1 ], "to spread manure upon (fields, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,2,2 ], "to soil or pollute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,2,3 ], "(usually foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,2,4 ], "to ruin or spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muck",1,2,5 ], "(often foll| by out) to clear muck from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckamuck",1,1,1 ], "food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckamuck",1,2,1 ], "to consume food; eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucker",1,1,1 ], "a person who shifts broken rock or waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucker",1,1,1,1 ], "a friend; mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucker",1,1,1,2 ], "a coarse person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckle",1,1,1 ], "large; much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckle",1,2,1 ], "much; greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckrake",1,1,1 ], "an agricultural rake for spreading manure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckrake",1,2,1 ], "to seek out and expose scandal, esp| concerning public figures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucksweat",1,1,1 ], "profuse sweat or a state of profuse sweating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckworm",1,1,1 ], "any larva or worm that lives in mud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muckworm",1,1,2 ], "a miser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucky",1,1,1 ], "muckier, muckiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucky",1,1,2 ], "dirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucky",1,1,3 ], "of or like muck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muco-",1,1,1 ], "mucus or mucous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucoid",1,1,1 ], "of the nature of or resembling mucin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucopolysaccharide",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of complex polysaccharides composed of hexoses and pentoses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucopolysaccharide",1,1,1 ], "with uronic acids, hexosamines, or both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mucoprotein",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of conjugated proteins containing small quantities of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucoprotein",1,1,1 ], "mucopolysaccharides; glycoprotein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mucopurulent",1,1,1 ], "composed of or containing both mucus and pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucosa",1,1,1 ], "another word for mucous membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucous membrane",1,1,1 ], "a mucus-secreting membrane that lines body cavities or passages that are open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucous membrane",1,1,1 ], "to the external environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mucous",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or secreting mucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucro",1,1,1 ], "a short pointed projection from certain parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucronate",1,1,1 ], "terminating in a sharp point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mucus",1,1,1 ], "mucin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mucus",1,1,1 ], "the slimy protective secretion of the mucous membranes, consisting mainly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud bath",1,1,1 ], "a medicinal bath in heated mud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud bath",1,1,2 ], "a dirty or muddy occasion, state, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud dauber",1,1,1 ], "any of various wasps of the family Sphecidae, that construct cells of mud or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud dauber",1,1,1 ], "clay in which they lay their eggs and store live insects as food for the developing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mud dauber",1,1,1 ], "larvae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mud flat",1,1,1 ], "a tract of low muddy land, esp| near an estuary, that is covered at high tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud flat",1,1,1 ], "and exposed at low tide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mud hen",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds that frequent marshes or similar places, esp| the coots," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud hen",1,1,1 ], "rails, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mud map",1,1,1 ], "a map drawn on the ground with a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud pie",1,1,1 ], "a mass of mud moulded into a pie-like shape by a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud puppy",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic North American salamanders of the genus Necturus, esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud puppy",1,2,1 ], "features: family Proteidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mud puppy",1,2,1 ], "maculosus, having red feathery external gills and other persistent larval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud turtle",1,1,1 ], "any of various small turtles of the genus Kinosternon and related genera that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mud turtle",1,1,1 ], "inhabit muddy rivers in North and Central America: family Kinosternidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 1],"a fine-grained soft wet deposit that occurs on the ground after rain, at the",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 1],"bottom of ponds, etc",2). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 2],"slander or defamation",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 3],"clear as mud| not at all clear",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 4],"drag (someone's),name in the mud| to disgrace or defame (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 5],"here's mud in your eye| Informal| a humorous drinking toast",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 6],"(someone''s)",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 7],"name is mud| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 8],"(someone) is disgraced",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 1, 9],"throw ,mud at| Informal| slander; vilify",1). c_DEF([ "mud" ,1, 2, 1],"to soil or cover with mud",1). c_DEF([ "mudcat",1,1,1 ], "any of several large North American catfish living in muddy rivers, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudcat",1,1,1 ], "the Mississippi valley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muddle along",1,1,1 ], "to proceed in a disorganized way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddle through",1,1,1 ], "to succeed in some undertaking in spite of lack of organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddle",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to mix up (objects, items, etc|); jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddle",1,1,2 ], "to confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddle",1,1,3 ], "to make (water) muddy or turbulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddle",1,1,4 ], "to mix or stir (alcoholic drinks, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddle",1,2,1 ], "a state of physical or mental confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddleheaded",1,1,1 ], "mentally confused or vague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddler",1,1,1 ], "a person who muddles or muddles through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddler",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for mixing drinks thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddy" ,1, 3, 1],"to become or cause to become muddy",1). c_DEF([ "muddy",1,1,1 ], "not clear or bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddy",1,1,2 ], "cloudy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddy",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of thoughts) confused or vague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muddy",1,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become muddy| ?-!muddily adv|?-!muddiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various fishes, such as the bowfin and cichlids, that live at or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudfish",1,1,1 ], "frequent the muddy bottoms of rivers, lakes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mudguard",1,1,1 ], "a curved part of a motorcycle, bicycle, etc|, attached above the wheels to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudguard",1,1,1 ], "reduce the amount of water or mud thrown up by them| U|S| name: fender" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mudir",1,1,1 ], "a local governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudlark",1,1,1 ], "a street urchin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudlark",1,1,2 ], "a racehorse that runs well on a wet or muddy course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudpack",1,1,1 ], "a cosmetic astringent paste containing fuller's earth, used to improve the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudpack",1,1,1 ], "complexion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mudra",1,1,1 ], "any of various ritual hand movements in Hindu religious dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudskipper",1,1,1 ], "any of various gobies of the genus Periophthalmus and related genera that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudskipper",1,1,1 ], "occur in tropical coastal regions of Africa and Asia and can move on land by means of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mudskipper",1,1,1 ], "their strong pectoral fins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mudslinging",1,1,1 ], "casting malicious slurs on an opponent, esp| in politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudstone",1,1,1 ], "a dark grey clay rock similar to shale but with the lamination less well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mudstone",1,1,1 ], "developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muenster",1,1,1 ], "a whitish-yellow semihard whole milk cheese, often flavoured with caraway or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muenster",1,1,1 ], "aniseed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muesli",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of rolled oats, nuts, fruit, etc|, eaten with milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muezzin",1,1,1 ], "from the minaret" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muezzin",1,1,1 ], "the official of a mosque who calls the faithful to prayer five times a day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muff",1,1,1 ], "an open-ended cylinder of fur or cloth into which the hands are placed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muff",1,1,1 ], "warmth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muff",1,1,2 ], "the tuft on either side of the head of certain fowls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muff",2,1,1 ], "to perform (an action) awkwardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muff",2,2,1 ], "to bungle (a shot, catch, etc|) in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muff",2,3,1 ], "any unskilful play in a game, esp| a dropped catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muff",2,3,2 ], "any clumsy or bungled action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muff",2,3,3 ], "a bungler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffin man",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an itinerant seller of muffins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffin",1,1,1 ], "a thick round baked yeast roll, usually toasted and served with butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffin",1,1,2 ], "a small cup-shaped sweet bread roll, usually eaten hot with butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to wrap up (the head) in a scarf, cloak, etc|, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",1,1,1 ], "warmth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",1,1,2 ], "to deaden (a sound or noise), esp| by wrapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",1,1,3 ], "to prevent (the expression of something) by (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",1,2,1 ], "something that muffles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",1,2,2 ], "a kiln with an inner chamber for firing porcelain, enamel, etc|, at a low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",1,2,2 ], "temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",2,1,1 ], "rodents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muffle",2,1,1 ], "the fleshy hairless part of the upper lip and nose in ruminants and some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffler",1,1,1 ], "a thick scarf, collar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffler",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for silencer ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muffler",1,1,3 ], "something that muffles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mufti",1,1,1 ], "civilian dress, esp| as worn by a person who normally wears a military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mufti",1,1,1 ], "uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mug up",1,1,1 ], "to study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mug up",1,1,2 ], "(a subject) hard, esp| for an exam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mug" ,2, 1, 1],"a person's face or mouth",1). c_DEF([ "mug" ,2, 1, 2],"a grimace",1). c_DEF([ "mug" ,2, 1, 3],"a gullible person; esp| one who is swindled easily",1). c_DEF([ "mug" ,2, 1, 4],"a mug's game| a worthless activity",1). c_DEF([ "mug" ,2, 2, 2],"to attack or rob (someone) violently",1). c_DEF([ "mug",1,1,1 ], "a drinking vessel with a handle, usually cylindrical and made of earthenware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mug",1,1,2 ], "the quantity held by a mug or its contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mugger",1,1,1 ], "a person who commits robbery with violence, esp| in the street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mugger",1,1,2 ], "a person who overacts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mugger",2,1,1 ], "a large freshwater crocodile, Crocodylus niloticus, inhabiting marshes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mugger",2,1,1 ], "pools of India and Ceylon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muggins",1,1,1 ], "a simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muggins",1,1,2 ], "a variation on the game of dominoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muggins",1,1,3 ], "a card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muggy",1,1,2 ], "(of weather, air, etc|) unpleasantly warm and humid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mugwort",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate perennial herbaceous plant, Artemisia vulgaris, with aromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mugwort",1,1,1 ], "leaves and clusters of small greenish-white flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mugwort",1,1,2 ], "another name for crosswort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mugwump",1,1,1 ], "a neutral or independent person, esp| in politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mujik",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of muzhik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mukluk",1,1,1 ], "a soft boot, usually of sealskin, worn by Eskimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulatto",1,1,1 ], "a person having one Negro and one White parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulatto",1,2,1 ], "of a light brown colour; tawny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulberry",1,1,1 ], "any moraceous tree of the temperate genus Morus, having edible blackberry-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulberry",1,1,1 ], "fruit, such as M| alba , the leaves of which are used to feed silkworms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mulberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulberry",1,1,3 ], "any of several similar or related trees, such as the paper mulberry and Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulberry",1,1,3 ], "mulberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mulberry",1,1,3,1 ], "a dark purple colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulberry",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulch",1,1,1 ], "enrich the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mulch",1,1,1 ], "half-rotten vegetable matter, peat, etc|, used to prevent soil erosion or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulch",1,2,1 ], "to cover (the surface of land) with mulch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulct",1,1,1 ], "to cheat or defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulct",1,1,2 ], "to fine (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulct",1,2,1 ], "a fine or penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mule deer",1,1,1 ], "a W North American deer, Odocoileus hemionus, with long ears and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mule deer",1,1,1 ], "black-tipped tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mule skinner",1,1,1 ], "an informal term for muleteer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mule",1,1,1 ], "burden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mule",1,1,1 ], "the sterile offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, used as a beast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mule",1,1,2 ], "any hybrid animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mule",1,1,3 ], "a machine invented by Samuel Crompton that spins cotton into yarn and winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mule",1,1,3 ], "the yarn on spindles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mule",1,1,4 ], "an obstinate or stubborn person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mule",2,1,1 ], "a backless shoe or slipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muleta",1,1,1 ], "of a bullfight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muleta",1,1,1 ], "the small cape attached to a stick used by the matador during the final stages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muleteer",1,1,1 ], "a person who drives mules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muley",1,1,1 ], "(of cattle) having no horns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muley",1,2,1 ], "any hornless cow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulga",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian acacia shrubs, esp| Acacia aneura, which grows in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulga",1,1,1 ], "the central desert regions and has leaflike leafstalks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mulga",1,1,2 ], "scrub comprised of a dense growth of acacia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulga",1,1,3 ], "the outback; bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulga",1,1,4 ], "an Aboriginal shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muliebrity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muliebrity",1,1,2 ], "femininity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulish",1,1,1 ], "stubborn; obstinate; headstrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mull",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by over) to study or ponder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mull",2,1,1 ], "to heat (wine, ale, etc|) with sugar and spices to make a hot drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mull",3,1,1 ], "a light muslin fabric of soft texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mull",4,1,1 ], "a layer of non-acidic humus formed in well drained and aerated soils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mull",5,1,1 ], "a promontory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullah",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim scholar, teacher, or religious leader: also used as a title of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullah",1,1,1 ], "respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mullein",1,1,1 ], "Verbascum, such as V| thapsus , typically having tall spikes of yellow flowers and broad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mullein",1,1,1 ], "any of various Mediterranean herbaceous plants of the scrophulariaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullein",1,1,1 ], "hairy leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "muller",1,1,1 ], "a flat heavy implement of stone or iron used to grind material against a slab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muller",1,1,1 ], "of stone, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mullet",1,1,1 ], "any of various teleost food fishes belonging to the families Mugilidae (see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullet",1,1,1 ], "grey mullet) or Mullidae (see red mullet)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mullet",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for grey mullet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulley",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of muley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulligan",1,1,1 ], "a stew made from odds and ends of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulligatawny",1,1,1 ], "a curry-flavoured soup of Anglo-Indian origin, made with meat stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullion",1,1,1 ], "a screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mullion",1,1,1 ], "a vertical member between the casements or panes of a window or the panels of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullion",1,1,2 ], "one of the ribs on a rock face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullion",1,2,1 ], "to furnish (a window, etc|) with mullions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless mineral consisting of aluminium silicate in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: used as a refractory| Formula: Al6Si2O13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mullock",1,1,1 ], "waste material from a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullock",1,1,2 ], "a mess or muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mullock",1,1,3 ], "make mullock at| Austral| informal| to ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulloway",1,1,1 ], "a large Australian marine Sciaenid fish, Sciaena antarctica, valued for sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mulloway",1,1,1 ], "and food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multangular",1,1,1 ], "having many angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multeity",1,1,1 ], "manifoldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multi-",1,1,1 ], "many or much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multi-",1,1,2 ], "more than one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multichannel analyser",1,1,1 ], "an electronic instrument, such as a pulse height analyser, that splits an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multichannel analyser",1,1,1 ], "input waveform into a large number of channels in accordance with a particular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multichannel analyser",1,1,1 ], "parameter of the input" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "multicide",1,1,1 ], "mass murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multicollinearity",1,1,1 ], "regression equation are correlated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multicollinearity",1,1,1 ], "the condition occurring when two or more of the independent variables in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multicoloured",1,1,1 ], "having many colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multidisciplinary",1,1,1 ], "disciplines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multidisciplinary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the study of one topic, involving several subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multifaceted",1,1,1 ], "(of a gem) having many facets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multifaceted",1,1,2 ], "having many aspects, abilities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multifactorial",1,1,1 ], "of or designating inheritance that depends on more than one gene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multifarious",1,1,1 ], "having many parts of great variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multifid",1,1,1 ], "having or divided into many lobes or similar segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiflora rose",1,1,1 ], "an Asian climbing shrubby rose, Rosa multiflora, having clusters of small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiflora rose",1,1,1 ], "fragrant flowers: the source of many cultivated roses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multifoil",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental design having a large number of foils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multifold",1,1,1 ], "many times doubled; manifold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multifoliate",1,1,1 ], "having many leaves or leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiform",1,1,1 ], "having many forms or kinds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multigravida",1,1,1 ], "a woman who is pregnant for at least the third time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multihull",1,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel with two or more hulls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multilateral",1,1,1 ], "of or involving more than two nations or parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multilateral",1,1,2 ], "having many sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multilingual",1,1,1 ], "able to speak more than two languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multilingual",1,1,2 ], "written or expressed in more than two languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multimedia",1,1,1,1 ], "the combined use of media such as television, slides, etc|, esp| in education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multimedia",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multimillionaire",1,1,1 ], "a person with a fortune of several million pounds, dollars, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multinational",1,1,1 ], "(of a large business company) operating in several countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multinomial",1,1,1 ], "another name for polynomial (sense 2b|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multinuclear",1,1,1 ], "(of a cell, microorganism, etc|) having more than two nuclei" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multipara",1,1,1 ], "a woman who has given birth to more than one viable fetus or living child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiparous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain species of mammal) producing many offspring at one birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiparous",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or designating a multipara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multipartite",1,1,1 ], "divided into many parts or sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multipartite",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for multilateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiped",1,1,1 ], "having many feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiped",1,2,1 ], "an insect or animal having many feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiphase",1,1,1 ], "another word for polyphase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplane",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft that has more than one pair of wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple alleles",1,1,1 ], "a group of three or more alleles produced by mutation of the gene| Only two of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple alleles",1,1,1 ], "them are present in a normal diploid cell at the same time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiple factors",1,1,1 ], "the phenotype" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiple factors",1,1,1 ], "two or more pairs of genes that act as a unit, producing cumulative effects in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple fruit",1,1,1 ], "a fruit, such as a pineapple, formed from the ovaries of individual flowers in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple fruit",1,1,1 ], "an inflorescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiple personality",1,1,1 ], "a mental disorder in which an individual's personality appears to have become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple personality",1,1,1 ], "organization| Nontechnical name: split personality" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "multiple personality",1,1,1 ], "separated into two or more distinct personalities, each with its own complex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiple sclerosis",1,1,1 ], "a chronic progressive disease of the central nervous system characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple sclerosis",1,1,1 ], "loss of some of the myelin sheath surrounding certain nerve fibres and resulting in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiple sclerosis",1,1,1 ], "speech and visual disorders, tremor, muscular incoordination, partial paralysis, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "multiple star",1,1,1 ], "a system of three or more stars associated by gravitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple store",1,1,1 ], "one of several retail enterprises under the same ownership and management" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple voting",1,1,1 ], "the practice of voting in more than one constituency in the same election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple",1,1,1 ], "having or involving more than one part, individual, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple",1,1,2 ], "(of a circuit) having a number of conductors in parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple",1,2,1 ], "the product of a given number or polynomial and any other one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple",1,2,2 ], "an electrical circuit accessible at a number of points to any one of which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple",1,2,2 ], "connection can be made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiple",1,2,3 ], "short for multiple store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiple-choice",1,1,1 ], "chosen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiple-choice",1,1,1 ], "having a number of possible given answers out of which the correct one must be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplepoinding",1,1,1 ], "another name for interpleader ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplet",1,1,1 ], "a line in a spectrum formed of two or more closely spaced lines, resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplet",1,1,1 ], "from small differences in energy level of atoms or molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiplet",1,1,2 ], "a group of related elementary particles that differ only in electric charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,1,1,1 ], "channel is split into narrower bands each of which constitutes a distinct channel| In" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,1,1,1 ], "common channel" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,1,1,1 ], "signals| In frequency-division multiplex the frequency band transmitted by the common" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,1,1,1 ], "the use of a common communications channel for sending two or more messages or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,1,1,1 ], "time-division multiplex different channels are established by intermittent connections to the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,2,1 ], "designating a method of map-making using three cameras to produce a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,2,1 ], "stereoscopic effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiplex",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for multiple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicand",1,1,1 ], "a number to be multiplied by another number, the multiplier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicate",1,1,1 ], "manifold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplication sign",1,1,1 ], "the symbol , placed between numbers to be multiplied, as in 3 X 4 X 5 = 60" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplication table",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of tables giving the results of multiplying two numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplication table",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiplication",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical operation, the inverse of division, in which the product of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplication",1,1,1 ], "or more numbers or quantities is calculated| Usually written a X b, a|b, ab" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiplication",1,1,2 ], "the act of multiplying or state of being multiplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplication",1,1,3 ], "the act or process in animals, plants, or people of reproducing or breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicative",1,1,1 ], "tending or able to multiply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicative",1,1,2 ], "involving multiplication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicity",1,1,1 ], "a large number or great variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicity",1,1,2 ], "the state of being multiple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicity",1,1,2,1 ], "momentum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicity",1,1,2,1 ], "splits as a result of coupling between orbital angular momentum and spin angular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicity",1,1,2,1 ], "the number of levels into which the energy of an atom, molecule, or nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplicity",1,1,2,2 ], "the number of elementary particles in a multiplet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that multiplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplier",1,1,2 ], "the number by which another number, the multiplicand, is multiplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplier",1,1,3 ], "any device or instrument, such as a photomultiplier, for increasing an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplier",1,1,3,1 ], "change in expenditure divided by this change in expenditure itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiplier",1,1,3,1 ], "the ratio of the total expansion in income accruing from an initial autonomous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiplier",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiply",1,1,1 ], "to increase or cause to increase in number, quantity, or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiply",1,2,1 ], "multiplication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multiply",1,2,1 ], "to increase (one number or quantity) by another number or quantity using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiply",1,3,1 ], "to increase in number by reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiprogramming",1,1,1 ], "a time-sharing technique by which several computer programs each run for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiprogramming",1,1,1 ], "short period in rotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multipurpose",1,1,1 ], "able to be used for many purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiracial",1,1,1 ], "comprising people of many races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multirole",1,1,1 ], "having a number of roles, functions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiscreen",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a form of presentation in which different images are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiscreen",1,1,1 ], "projected onto three or more screens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multistage",1,1,1 ], "(of a rocket or missile) having several stages, each of which can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multistage",1,1,1 ], "jettisoned after it has burnt out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multistage",1,1,2 ], "(of a turbine, compressor, or supercharger) having more than one rotor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multistage",1,1,3 ], "(of any process or device) having more than one stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multistorey",1,1,1 ], "(of a building) having many storeys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multistorey",1,2,1 ], "a multi-storey car park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multitude",1,1,1 ], "a large gathering of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multitude",1,1,2 ], "the| the common people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multitude",1,1,3 ], "a large number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multitude",1,1,4 ], "the state or quality of being numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multitudinous",1,1,1 ], "very numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multitudinous",1,1,2 ], "great in extent, variety, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multitudinous",1,1,3 ], "crowded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multivalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for polyvalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multiversity",1,1,1 ], "a university with many constituent and affiliated institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multivibrator",1,1,1 ], "an electronic oscillator consisting of two transistors or other electronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multivibrator",1,1,1 ], "devices, coupled so that the input of each is derived from the output of the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "multivocal",1,1,1 ], "having many meanings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multum in parvo",1,1,1 ], "much in a small space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multure",1,1,1 ], "a fee formerly paid to a miller for grinding grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "multure",1,1,2 ], "the right to receive such a fee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mum",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mum",2,1,1 ], "keeping information, etc|, to oneself; silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mum",2,2,1 ], "mum's the word| silence or secrecy is to be observed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mum",3,1,1 ], "(intr|) to act in a mummer's play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mum",4,1,1 ], "a type of beer made from cereals, beans, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumble",1,1,1 ], "to utter indistinctly, as with the mouth partly closed; mutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumble",1,1,2 ], "to chew (food) ineffectually or with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumble",1,2,1 ], "an indistinct or low utterance or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumbo jumbo",1,1,1 ], "foolish religious reverence, ritual, or incantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumbo jumbo",1,1,2 ], "meaningless or unnecessarily complicated language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumbo jumbo",1,1,3 ], "an object of superstitious awe or reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumchance",1,1,1 ], "silent; struck dumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummer",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of masked performers in folk play or mime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummer",1,1,2 ], "a mime artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummer",1,1,3 ], "an actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummery",1,1,1 ], "a performance by mummers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummery",1,1,2 ], "hypocritical or ostentatious ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummify",1,1,1 ], "to preserve the body of a man or animal as a mummy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummify",1,2,1 ], "to dry up; shrivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummify",1,3,1 ], "to preserve (an outdated idea, institution, etc|) while making lifeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummy",1,1,1 ], "an embalmed or preserved body, esp| as prepared for burial in ancient Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummy",1,1,2 ], "the substance of such a body used medicinally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummy",1,1,3 ], "a mass of pulp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummy",1,1,4 ], "a dark brown pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mummy",2,1,1 ], "a child's word for mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mump",1,1,1 ], "to be silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mump",2,1,1 ], "to beg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumps",1,1,1 ], "affects children" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mumps",1,1,1 ], "an acute contagious viral disease of the parotid salivary glands," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mumps",1,1,1 ], "characterized by swelling of the affected parts, fever, and pain beneath the ear: usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "munch",1,1,1 ], "to chew (food, etc|) steadily, esp| with a crunching noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mundane",1,1,1 ], "everyday, ordinary, or banal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mundane",1,1,2 ], "relating to the world or worldly matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mung bean",1,1,1 ], "an E Asian bean plant, Phaseolus aureus, grown for forage and as the source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mung bean",1,1,1 ], "bean sprouts used in oriental cookery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mung bean",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "munga",1,1,1 ], "food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mungo" ,1, 1, 1],"mongo, or mongoen",1). c_DEF([ "mungo" ,1, 1, 2],"a cheap felted fabric made from waste wool",1). c_DEF([ "municipal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a town, city, or borough or its local government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "municipality",1,1,1 ], "a city, town, or district enjoying some degree of local self-government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "municipality",1,1,2 ], "the governing body of such a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "municipalize",1,1,1 ], "to bring under municipal ownership or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "municipalize",1,1,2 ], "to make a municipality of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "munificent",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) very generous; bountiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "munificent",1,1,2 ], "(of a gift, etc|) generous; liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muniment",1,1,1 ], "a means of defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muniments",1,1,1 ], "the title deeds and other documentary evidence relating to the title to land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muniments",1,1,2 ], "furnishings or supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "munition",1,1,1 ], "to supply with munitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "munitions",1,1,1 ], "military equipment and stores, esp| ammunition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "munnion",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for mullion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "munt",1,1,1 ], "a Black African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muntin",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for glazing-bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muntjac",1,1,1 ], "any small Asian deer of the genus Muntiacus, typically having a chestnut-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muntjac",1,1,1 ], "coat, small antlers, and a barklike cry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mun|",1,1,1 ], "municipal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muon",1,1,1 ], "a positive or negative elementary particle with a mass 207 times that of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muon",1,1,1 ], "electron and spin | It was originally called the mu meson but is now classified as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muon",1,1,1 ], "lepton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "murage",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied for the construction or maintenance of town walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mural",1,1,1 ], "a large painting or picture on a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mural",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murdabad",1,1,1 ], "down with; death to: used as part of a slogan in India, Pakistan, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,1,1 ], "the unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,1,2 ], "something dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,1,3 ], "cry blue murder| Informal| to make or cause an outcry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,1,4 ], "get away with murder| Informal| to escape censure; do as one pleases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,2,1 ], "crime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,2,1 ], "to kill (someone) unlawfully with premeditation or during the commission of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,2,2 ], "to kill brutally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,2,3 ], "to destroy; ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murder",1,2,4 ], "to defeat completely; beat decisively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murderous",1,1,1 ], "intending, capable of, or guilty of murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murderous",1,1,2 ], "very dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mure",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or literary word for immure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murex",1,1,1 ], "any of various spiny-shelled marine gastropods of the genus Murex and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murex",1,1,1 ], "genera: formerly used as a source of the dye Tyrian purple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muriate",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for a chloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muriatic acid",1,1,1 ], "a former name for hydrochloric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muricate",1,1,1 ], "having a surface roughened by numerous short points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Muridae, an Old World family of rodents," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murine",1,1,1 ], "typically having long hairless tails: includes rats and mice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "murine",1,1,2 ], "resembling a mouse or rat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murine",1,2,1 ], "any animal belonging to the Muridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murk",1,1,1 ], "gloomy darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murk",1,2,1 ], "an archaic variant of murky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murky" ,1, 2, 3],"cloudy or impenetrable as with smoke or fog",1). c_DEF([ "murky",1,1,1 ], "gloomy or dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murky",1,1,2 ], "cloudy or impenetrable as with smoke or fog| &-!murkily or !mirkily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murmur",1,1,1 ], "a continuous low indistinct sound, as of distant voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murmur",1,1,2 ], "an indistinct utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murmur",1,1,3 ], "a complaint; grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murmur",1,1,4 ], "any abnormal soft blowing sound heard within the body, usually over the chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murmur",1,2,1 ], "to utter (something) in a murmur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murmur",1,3,1 ], "to complain in a murmur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murphy",1,1,1 ], "a dialect or informal word for potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murrain",1,1,1 ], "any plaguelike disease in cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murrain",1,1,2 ], "a plague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murre",1,1,1 ], "any guillemot of the genus Uria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murrelet",1,1,1 ], "any of several small diving birds of the genus Brachyramphus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murrelet",1,1,1 ], "genera, similar and related to the auks: family Alcidae, order Charadriiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "murrey",1,1,1 ], "mulberry-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murrhine glass",1,1,1 ], "a type of Eastern glassware made from fluorspar and decorated with pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murrhine glass",1,1,1 ], "coloured metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "murrhine",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "murrhine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an unknown substance used in ancient Rome to make vases," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murrhine",1,2,1 ], "the substance so used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "murther",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musaceous",1,1,1 ], "banana, plantain, and Manilla hemp" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "musaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Musaceae, a family of tropical flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants having large leaves and clusters of elongated berry fruits: includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscadel",1,1,1 ], "another name for muscatel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscadine",1,1,1 ], "a woody climbing vitaceous plant, Vitis rotundifolia, of the southeastern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscadine",1,1,2 ], "make wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscadine",1,1,2 ], "the thick-skinned musk-scented purple grape produced by this plant: used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscae volitantes",1,1,1 ], "fragments floating in the vitreous humour or a defect in the lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscae volitantes",1,1,1 ], "moving black specks or threads seen before the eyes, caused by opaque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscarine",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous alkaloid occurring in certain mushrooms| Formula: C8H19NO3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscat",1,1,1 ], "any of various grapevines that produce sweet white grapes used for making wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscat",1,1,1 ], "or raisins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscat",1,1,2 ], "another name for muscatel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscatel" ,1, 1, 1],"muscadel, or muscadellen",1). c_DEF([ "muscatel" ,1, 1, 3],"a rich sweet wine made from muscat grapes",1). c_DEF([ "muscatel" ,1, 1, 4],"the grape or raisin from a muscat vine",1). c_DEF([ "muscid",1,1,1 ], "any fly of the dipterous family Muscidae, including the housefly and tsetse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscid",1,1,1 ], "fly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Muscidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle fibre",1,1,1 ], "any of the numerous elongated contractile cells that contain many nuclei and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle fibre",1,1,1 ], "make up striated muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscle sense",1,1,1 ], "another name for kinaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle",1,1,1 ], "a tissue composed of bundles of elongated cells capable of contraction and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle",1,1,1 ], "relaxation to produce movement in an organ or part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscle",1,1,2 ], "an organ composed of muscle tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle",1,1,3 ], "strength or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle",1,2,1 ], "to force one's way (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle-bound",1,1,1 ], "having overdeveloped and inelastic muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscle-bound",1,1,2 ], "lacking flexibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscleman",1,1,1 ], "a man with highly developed muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscleman",1,1,2 ], "a henchman employed by a gangster, etc|, to intimidate or use violence upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscleman",1,1,2 ], "victims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscovado",1,1,1 ], "raw sugar obtained from the juice of sugar cane by evaporating the molasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscovite",1,1,1 ], "a translucent light-coloured mica consisting of a potassium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscovite",1,1,1 ], "silicate| Formula: KAl3Si3O10(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscular dystrophy",1,1,1 ], "a genetic disease characterized by progressive deterioration and wasting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscular dystrophy",1,1,1 ], "muscle fibres, causing difficulty in walking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muscular",1,1,1 ], "having well-developed muscles; brawny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muscular",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musculature",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of muscles in an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musculature",1,1,2 ], "the total muscular system of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muse",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on or about) to reflect (about) or ponder (on)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muse",1,1,1 ], "usually in silence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muse",1,2,1 ], "to gaze thoughtfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muse",1,3,1 ], "a state of abstraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muse",2,1,1 ], "(often preceded by the)a goddess that inspires a creative artist, esp| a poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "museology",1,1,1 ], "the science of museum organisation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musette bag",1,1,1 ], "an army officer's haversack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musette",1,1,1 ], "a type of bagpipe with a bellows popular in France during the 17th and 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musette",1,1,1 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musette",1,1,2 ], "a dance, with a drone bass originally played by a musette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "museum piece",1,1,1 ], "an object of sufficient age or interest to be kept in a museum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "museum piece",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing regarded as antiquated or decrepit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "museum",1,1,1 ], "a place or building where objects of historical, artistic, or scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "museum",1,1,1 ], "interest are exhibited, preserved, or studied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mush",1,1,1 ], "a soft pulpy mass or consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mush",1,1,2 ], "a thick porridge made from corn meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mush",1,1,3 ], "cloying sentimentality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mush",2,1,1 ], "an order to dogs in a sled team to start up or go faster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mush",2,2,1 ], "a journey with such a sled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mush",3,1,1 ], "a slang word for face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mush",4,1,1 ], "a familiar or contemptuous term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom cloud",1,1,1 ], "explosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom cloud",1,1,1 ], "the large mushroom-shaped cloud of dust, debris, etc| produced by a nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,1,1,1 ], "the fleshy spore-producing body of any of various basidiomycetous fungi," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,1,1,1 ], "typically consisting of a cap (see pileus) at the end of a stem arising from an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,1,1,1 ], "underground mycelium| Some species, such as the field mushroom, are edible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,1,2 ], "the fungus producing any of these structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,1,2,1 ], "something resembling a mushroom in shape or rapid growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,2,1 ], "to grow rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,2,2 ], "to assume a mushroom-like shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushroom",1,2,3 ], "to gather mushrooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushy",1,1,1 ], "mushier, mushiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushy",1,1,2 ], "soft and pulpy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mushy",1,1,3 ], "excessively sentimental or emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music box",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical instrument that plays tunes by means of pins on a revolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music box",1,1,1 ], "cylinder striking the tuned teeth of a comblike metal plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music centre",1,1,1 ], "a single hi-fi unit containing a turntable, amplifier, radio and cassette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music centre",1,1,1 ], "player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music drama",1,1,1 ], "an opera in which the musical and dramatic elements are of equal importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music drama",1,1,1 ], "and strongly interfused" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music drama",1,1,2 ], "the genre of such operas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music hall",1,1,1,1 ], "a variety entertainment consisting of songs, comic turns, etc| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music hall",1,1,1,1 ], "vaudeville" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music hall",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music hall",1,1,2 ], "a theatre at which such entertainments are staged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music of the spheres",1,1,1 ], "celestial spheres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music of the spheres",1,1,1 ], "inaudible music supposed by Pythagoras to be produced by the movement of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music paper",1,1,1 ], "paper ruled or printed with a stave for writing music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music roll",1,1,1 ], "a roll of perforated paper for use in a mechanical instrument such as a player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music roll",1,1,1 ], "piano" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music stand",1,1,1 ], "a frame, usually of wood or metal, upon which a musical score or orchestral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music stand",1,1,1 ], "part is supported" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,1 ], "an art form consisting of sequences of sounds in time, esp| tones of definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,1 ], "pitch organized melodically, harmonically, rhythmically and according to tone colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,2 ], "such an art form characteristic of a particular people, culture, or tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,3 ], "the sounds so produced, esp| by singing or musical instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,4 ], "written or printed music, such as a score or set of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,5 ], "any sequence of sounds perceived as pleasing or harmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,6 ], "a group of musicians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,7 ], "face the music| Informal| to accept the consequences of one's actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "music",1,1,8 ], "music to one's ears| something that is very pleasant to hear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical chairs",1,1,1 ], "a party game in which players walk around chairs while music is played, there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical chairs",1,1,1 ], "being one less chair than players| Whenever the music stops, the player who fails to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musical chairs",1,1,1 ], "find a chair is eliminated" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "musical comedy",1,1,1 ], "a play or film, usually having a light romantic story, that consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical comedy",1,1,1 ], "dialogue interspersed with singing and dancing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musical comedy",1,1,2 ], "such plays and films collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical glasses",1,1,1 ], "another term for glass harmonica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or used in music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical",1,1,2 ], "harmonious; melodious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical",1,1,3 ], "talented in or fond of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical",1,1,4 ], "involving or set to music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musical",1,2,1 ], "short for musical comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musicale",1,1,1 ], "a party or social evening with a musical programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musician",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays or composes music, esp| as a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musicianship",1,1,1 ], "skill or artistry in performing music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musicology",1,1,1 ], "the scholarly study of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musique concr",1,1,1 ], "another term for concrete music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musjid",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of masjid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk deer",1,1,1 ], "a small central Asian mountain deer, Moschus moschiferus|The male has long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk deer",1,1,1 ], "tusklike canine teeth and secretes musk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk duck",1,1,1 ], "another name for Muscovy duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk duck",1,1,2 ], "The male has a leathery pouch beneath the bill and emits a musky odour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk duck",1,1,2 ], "a duck, Biziura lobata, inhabiting swamps, lakes, and streams in Australia|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk mallow",1,1,1 ], "a malvaceous plant, Malva moschata, of Europe and N Africa, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk mallow",1,1,1 ], "purple-spotted stems, pink flowers, and a faint scent of musk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk mallow",1,1,2 ], "another name for abelmosk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk orchid",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian orchid, Herminium monorchis, with dense spikes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk orchid",1,1,1 ], "musk-scented greenish-yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk ox",1,1,1 ], "Greenland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "musk ox",1,1,1 ], "a large bovid mammal, Ovibos moschatus, having a dark shaggy coat, short legs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk ox",1,1,1 ], "and widely spaced downward-curving horns: now confined to the tundras of Canada and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk rose",1,1,1 ], "a prickly shrubby Mediterranean rose, Rosa moschata, cultivated for its white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk rose",1,1,1 ], "musk-scented flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk turtle",1,1,1 ], "any of several small turtles of the genus Sternotherus, esp| S| odoratus ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk turtle",1,1,1 ], "that emit a strong unpleasant odour: family Kinosternidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,1 ], "a strong-smelling glandular secretion of the male musk deer, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,1 ], "perfumery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,2 ], "a similar substance produced by certain other animals, such as the civet and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,2 ], "otter, or manufactured synthetically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,3 ], "American M| moschatus, which has yellow flowers and was formerly cultivated for its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,3 ], "any of several scrophulariaceous plants of the genus Mimulus, esp| the North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,3 ], "musky scent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,4 ], "the smell of musk or a similar heady smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musk",1,1,5 ], "containing or resembling musk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskeg",1,1,1 ], "an undrained boggy hollow characterized by sphagnum moss vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskellunge" ,1, 1, 1],"maskalonge , or maskanonge n|, pl| lunges, longes, nonges or lunge, longe,",1). c_DEF([ "muskellunge" ,1, 1, 1],"nonge",2). c_DEF([ "muskellunge" ,1, 1, 2],"(pikes, etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "muskellunge" ,1, 1, 2],"a large North American freshwater game fish, Esox masquinongy: family Esocidae",1). c_DEF([ "muskellunge" ,1, 1, 3],"Often shortened (informally) to musky or muskie",1). c_DEF([ "musket",1,1,1 ], "a long-barrelled muzzle-loading shoulder gun used between the 16th and 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musket",1,1,1 ], "centuries by infantry soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musketeer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a soldier armed with a musket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musketry",1,1,1 ], "muskets or musketeers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musketry",1,1,2 ], "the technique of using small arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskie",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the muskellunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskmelon",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of the melon Cucumis melo, such as the cantaloupe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskmelon",1,1,1 ], "honeydew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muskmelon",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these melons, having ribbed or warty rind and sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskmelon",1,1,2 ], "yellow, white, or green flesh with a musky aroma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muskrat",1,1,1 ], "a North American beaver-like amphibious rodent, Ondatra zibethica, closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskrat",1,1,1 ], "related to but larger than the voles: family Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muskrat",1,1,2 ], "the brown fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muskrat",1,1,3 ], "either of two closely related rodents, Ondatra obscurus or Neofiber alleni" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musky",1,1,1 ], "muskier, muskiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musky",1,1,2 ], "resembling the smell of musk; having a heady or pungent sweet aroma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musky",2,1,1 ], "an informal name for the muskellunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muslin",1,1,1 ], "a fine plain-weave cotton fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muso",1,1,1 ], "a musician, esp| a professional one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musquash",1,1,1 ], "another name for muskrat, esp| the fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muss",1,1,1 ], "to make untidy; rumple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muss",1,2,1 ], "a state of disorder; muddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mussel",1,1,1 ], "M| edulis , having a dark slightly elongated shell and living attached to rocks," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mussel",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine bivalves of the genus Mytilus and related genera, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mussel",1,1,1 ], "etc|," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mussel",1,1,2 ], "any of various freshwater bivalves of the genera Anodonta, Unio, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mussel",1,1,2 ], "attached to rocks, sand, etc| having a flattened oval shell (a source of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mussel",1,1,2 ], "mother-of-pearl)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,2 ], "to express obligation or compulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,3 ], "to indicate necessity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,4 ], "to indicate the probable correctness of a statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,5 ], "to indicate inevitability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,6 ], "to express resolution:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,6,1 ], "on the part of the speaker when used with I or we: I must finish this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,6,2 ], "on the part of another or others as imputed to them by the speaker, when used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,6,2 ], "with you, he, she, they, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,7 ], "(used emphatically) to express conviction or certainty on the part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,7 ], "speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,8 ], "(foll| by away) used with an implied verb of motion to express compelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,1,8 ], "haste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "must",1,2,1 ], "an essential or necessary thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",2,1,1 ], "the newly pressed juice of grapes or other fruit ready for fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",3,1,1 ], "mustiness or mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "must",4,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of musth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustache",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of moustache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustachio",1,1,1 ], "(often pl| when considered as two halves) Often humorous| a moustache, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustachio",1,1,1 ], "when bushy or elaborately shaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mustang",1,1,1 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mustang",1,1,1 ], "a small breed of horse, often wild or half wild, found in the southwestern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard and cress",1,1,1 ], "seedlings of white mustard and garden cress, used in salads, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard gas",1,1,1 ], "an oily liquid vesicant compound used in chemical warfare| Its vapour causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard gas",1,1,1 ], "blindness and burns| Formula: (ClCH\2CH\2)2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mustard oil",1,1,1 ], "an oil that is obtained from mustard seeds and used in making soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard plaster",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of powdered black mustard seeds and an adhesive agent applied to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard plaster",1,1,1 ], "skin for its relaxing, stimulating, or counterirritant effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian plants of the cruciferous genus Brassica, esp| black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,1 ], "mustard and white mustard, having yellow flowers and slender pods: cultivated for their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,1 ], "pungent seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,2 ], "a paste made from the powdered seeds of any of these plants and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,2 ], "condiment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,2,1 ], "a brownish yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustard",1,1,3 ], "zest or enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustee",1,1,1 ], "the offspring of a White and a quadroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mustee",1,1,2 ], "any person of mixed ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musteline",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Mustelidae, a family of typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musteline",1,1,1 ], "otters: order Carnivora (carnivores)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "musteline",1,1,1 ], "predatory mammals including weasels, ferrets, minks, polecats, badgers, skunks, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musteline",1,2,1 ], "any musteline animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster roll",1,1,1 ], "a list of the officers and men in a regiment, ship's company, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,1,1 ], "assemble in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,1,1 ], "to call together (numbers of men) for duty, inspection, etc|, or (of men) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,1,2 ], "muster in or out| U|S| to enlist into or discharge from military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,2,1 ], "to summon or gather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,3,1 ], "an assembly of military personnel for duty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,3,2 ], "a collection, assembly, or gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,3,3 ], "a flock of peacocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muster",1,3,4 ], "pass muster| to be acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musth",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by in) a state of frenzied sexual excitement in the males of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musth",1,1,1 ], "certain large mammals, esp| elephants, associated with discharge from a gland between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "musth",1,1,1 ], "the ear and eye" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "musty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musty",1,1,2 ], "smelling or tasting old, stale, or mouldy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "musty",1,1,3 ], "old-fashioned, dull, or hackneyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mus|",1,1,1 ], "museum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mus|",1,1,2 ], "music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mus|",1,1,3 ], "musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mut",1,1,1 ], "another word for em ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutable",1,1,1 ], "able to or tending to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutable",1,1,2 ], "and Pisces, which are associated with the quality of adaptability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutable",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to four of the signs of the zodiac, Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutagen",1,1,1 ], "a substance or agent that can induce genetic mutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutant",1,1,1 ], "an animal, organism, or gene that has undergone mutation| -" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutant",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, undergoing, or resulting from change or mutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo mutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation stop",1,1,1 ], "an organ pipe sounding the harmonic of the note normally produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of mutating; change; alteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,2 ], "a change or alteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,3 ], "a change in the chromosomes or genes of a cell| When this change occurs in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,3 ], "gametes the structure and development of the resultant offspring may be affected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,4 ], "another word for mutant ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,5 ], "a physical characteristic of an individual resulting from this type of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,5 ], "chromosomal change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,5,1 ], "(in Germanic languages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,6 ], "another name for umlaut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,6,2 ], "(in Celtic languages) a phonetic change in certain initial consonants caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutation",1,1,6,2 ], "by a preceding word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutatis mutandis",1,1,1 ], "the necessary changes having been made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutch",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting linen cap, worn by women and children in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutch",2,2,1 ], "to cadge; beg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutch",2,3,1 ], "another word for mitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutchkin",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish unit of liquid measure equal to slightly less than one pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute swan",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian swan, Cygnus olor, with a pure white plumage, an orange-red bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute swan",1,1,1 ], "with a black base, and a curved neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,1,1 ], "not giving out sound or speech; silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,1,2 ], "unable to speak; dumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,1,3 ], "unspoken or unexpressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,1,4 ], "(of a person arraigned on indictment) refusing to answer a charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,1,5 ], "another word for plosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,1,6 ], "(of a letter in a word) silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,1 ], "a person who is unable to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,2 ], "a person who refuses to plead when arraigned on indictment for an offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,3 ], "any of various devices used to soften the tone of stringed or brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,3 ], "instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,4 ], "a plosive consonant; stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,5 ], "a silent letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,6 ], "an actor in a dumb-show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,2,7 ], "a hired mourner at a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,3,1 ], "to reduce the volume of (a musical instrument) by means of a mute, soft pedal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",1,3,2 ], "to subdue the strength of (a colour, tone, lighting, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",2,1,1 ], "(of birds) to discharge (faeces)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mute",2,2,1 ], "birds' faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muticous",1,1,1 ], "lacking an awn, spine, or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutilate",1,1,1 ], "to damage or maim esp| by depriving of a limb, essential part, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutineer",1,1,1 ], "a person who mutinies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutinous",1,1,1 ], "openly rebellious or disobedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutinous",1,1,2 ], "characteristic or indicative of mutiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutiny" ,1, 1, 1],"against their officers",2). c_DEF([ "mutiny" ,1, 1, 1],"open rebellion against constituted authority, esp| by seamen or soldiers",1). c_DEF([ "mutiny" ,1, 2, 1],"to engage in mutiny",1). c_DEF([ "mutism",1,1,1 ], "the state of being mute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutism",1,1,1,1 ], "a refusal to speak although the mechanism of speech is not damaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutism",1,1,1,2 ], "the lack of development of speech, due usually to early deafness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutt",1,1,1 ], "an inept, ignorant, or stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutt",1,1,2 ], "a mongrel dog; cur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutter",1,1,1 ], "to utter (something) in a low and indistinct tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutter",1,2,1 ], "to grumble or complain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutter",1,3,1 ], "to make a low continuous murmuring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutter",1,4,1 ], "a muttered sound or complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutton bird",1,1,1 ], "any of several shearwaters, having a dark plumage with greyish underparts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutton chop",1,1,1 ], "a piece of mutton from the loin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutton",1,1,1 ], "the flesh of sheep, esp| of mature sheep, used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutton",1,1,2 ], "mutton dressed as lamb| an older person, thing, or idea dressed up to look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutton",1,1,2 ], "young or new" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutton",1,1,3 ], "another word for em ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muttonchops",1,1,1 ], "side whiskers trimmed in the shape of chops, widening out from the temples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muttonhead",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or ignorant person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutual fund",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for unit trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutual inductance",1,1,1 ], "It is usually measured in henries| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "mutual inductance",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the mutual induction between two magnetically linked circuits," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutual inductance",1,1,1 ], "given as the ratio of the induced emf to the rate of change of current producing it|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutual induction",1,1,1 ], "second circuit magnetically linked to the first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutual induction",1,1,1 ], "the production of an electromotive force in a circuit by a current change in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutual insurance",1,1,1 ], "a system of insurance by which all policyholders become company members under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutual insurance",1,1,1 ], "contract to pay premiums into a common fund out of which claims are paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutual savings bank",1,1,1 ], "a savings bank having no subscribed capital stock and distributing all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutual savings bank",1,1,1 ], "available net profit to depositors who, however, remain creditors without voting power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutual",1,1,1 ], "experienced or expressed by each of two or more people or groups about the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutual",1,1,1 ], "other; reciprocal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutual",1,1,2 ], "common to or shared by both or all of two or more parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutualism",1,1,1 ], "another name for symbiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutualize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become mutual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutualize",1,2,1 ], "own a majority of shares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mutualize",1,2,1 ], "to organize or convert (a business enterprise) so that customers or employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutuel",1,1,1 ], "short for pari-mutuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mutule",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of flat blocks below the corona of a Doric cornice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muu-muu",1,1,1 ], "a loose brightly-coloured dress worn by women in Hawaii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzhik",1,1,1 ], "a Russian peasant, esp| under the tsars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzz",1,1,1 ], "to make (something) muzzy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle velocity",1,1,1 ], "the velocity of a projectile as it leaves a firearm's muzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,1,1 ], "the dog and horse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,1,1 ], "the projecting part of the face, usually the jaws and nose, of animals such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,1,2 ], "a guard or strap fitted over an animal's nose and jaws to prevent it biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,1,2 ], "or eating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,1,3 ], "the front end of a gun barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,2,1 ], "to prevent from being heard or noticed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,2,2 ], "to put a muzzle on (an animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle",1,2,3 ], "to take in (a sail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzle-loader",1,1,1 ], "a firearm receiving its ammunition through the muzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzy",1,1,2 ], "blurred, indistinct, or hazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "muzzy",1,1,3 ], "confused, muddled, or befuddled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mv",1,1,1 ], "mezzo voce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mwalimu",1,1,1 ], "a teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "my",1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated with the speaker or writer (me)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "my",1,1,2 ], "used in various forms of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "my",1,1,3 ], "used in various exclamations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "my",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise, awe, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "my-",1,1,1 ], "variant of myo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myalgia",1,1,1 ], "pain in a muscle or a group of muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myalism",1,1,1 ], "a kind of witchcraft, similar to obi, practised esp| in the West Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myall",1,1,1 ], "any of several Australian acacias, esp| Acacia pendula, having hard scented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myall",1,1,1 ], "wood used for fences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myall",1,1,2 ], "an Australian Aborigine living independently of society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myasthenia gravis",1,1,1 ], "a chronic progressive disease in which the muscles, esp| those of the head and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myasthenia gravis",1,1,1 ], "face, become weak and easily fatigued" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myasthenia",1,1,1 ], "any muscular weakness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myasthenia",1,1,2 ], "short for myasthenia gravis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myc-",1,1,1 ], "variant of myco- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycelium",1,1,1 ], "spread throughout the nutrient substratum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mycelium",1,1,1 ], "the vegetative body of fungi: a mass of branching filaments (hyphae) that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myceto-",1,1,1 ], "fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycetoma",1,1,1 ], "a chronic fungal infection, esp| of the foot, characterized by swelling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycetoma",1,1,1 ], "usually resulting from a wound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mycetozoan",1,1,1 ], "another name for myxomycete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycobacterium",1,1,1 ], "any rod-shaped Gram-positive bacterium of the genus Mycobacterium, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycobacterium",1,1,1 ], "tubercle bacillus: family Mycobacteriaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mycology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the study of fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycology",1,1,2 ], "the fungi of a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycol|",1,1,1 ], "mycological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycol|",1,1,2 ], "mycology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycorrhiza",1,1,1 ], "an association of a fungus and a higher plant in which the fungus lives within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mycorrhiza",1,1,1 ], "or on the outside of the roots forming a symbiotic or parasitic relationship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mycosis",1,1,1 ], "any infection or disease caused by fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mydriasis",1,1,1 ], "abnormal dilation of the pupil of the eye, produced by drugs, coma, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mydriatic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or causing mydriasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mydriatic",1,2,1 ], "a mydriatic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myel-" ,1, 1, 1],"before a consonant",1). c_DEF([ "myel-" ,1, 1, 2],"3myelo-combining form",1). c_DEF([ "myel-" ,1, 1, 3],"the spinal cord or bone marrow",1). c_DEF([ "myelencephalon",1,1,1 ], "oblongata|Nontechnical name: afterbrain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myelencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the embryonic hindbrain that develops into the medulla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myelin",1,1,1 ], "a white fatlike substance forming a protective sheath around certain nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myelin",1,1,1 ], "fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myelitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the spinal cord or of the bone marrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myeloid",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the spinal cord or the bone marrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myeloma",1,1,1 ], "a usually malignant tumour of the bone marrow or composed of cells normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myeloma",1,1,1 ], "found in bone marrow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myiasis",1,1,1 ], "infestation of the body by the larvae of flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myiasis",1,1,2 ], "any disease resulting from such infestation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mylonite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained metamorphic rock, often showing banding and micaceous fracture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mylonite",1,1,1 ], "formed by the crushing, grinding, or rolling of the original structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myna",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical Asian starlings of the genera Acridotheres, Gracula," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myna",1,1,1 ], "etc|, esp| G| religiosa (see hill myna), some of which can mimic human speech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myo-",1,1,1 ], "muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myocardial infarction",1,1,1 ], "coronary artery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myocardial infarction",1,1,1 ], "destruction of an area of heart muscle as the result of occlusion of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myocardiograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording the movements of heart muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myocarditis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the heart muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myocardium",1,1,1 ], "the muscular tissue of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myogenic",1,1,1 ], "originating in or forming muscle tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myoglobin",1,1,1 ], "a protein that occurs in muscle and is similar to haemoglobin but has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myoglobin",1,1,1 ], "greater affinity for oxygen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording tracings (myograms) of muscular contractions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myology",1,1,1 ], "muscles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the structure and diseases of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myoma",1,1,1 ], "a benign tumour composed of muscle tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myope",1,1,1 ], "any person afflicted with myopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myopia",1,1,1 ], "front of the retina; short-sightedness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myopia",1,1,1 ], "inability to see distant objects clearly because the images are focused in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myosin",1,1,1 ], "complex protein actomyosin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myosin",1,1,1 ], "the chief protein of muscle, a globulin that combines with actin to form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myosotis",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the boraginaceous genus Myosotis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myotome",1,1,1 ], "adult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myotome",1,1,1 ], "any segment of embryonic mesoderm that develops into skeletal muscle in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myotome",1,1,2 ], "any of the segmentally arranged blocks of muscle in lower vertebrates such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myotome",1,1,2 ], "fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myotonia",1,1,1 ], "lack of muscle tone, frequently including muscle spasm or rigidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myria-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a very great number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myriad",1,1,1 ], "innumerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myriad",1,2,1 ], "a large indefinite number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myriad",1,2,2 ], "ten thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myriapod",1,1,1 ], "and many walking limbs: includes the centipedes and millipedes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myriapod",1,1,1 ], "any terrestrial arthropod of the group Myriapoda, having a long segmented body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myriapod",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Myriapoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrica",1,1,1 ], "the dried root bark of the wax myrtle, used as a tonic and to treat diarrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrmeco-",1,1,1 ], "ant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrmecology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the study of ants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrmecophagous",1,1,1 ], "(of jaws, etc|) specialized for feeding on ants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrmecophagous",1,1,2 ], "feeding on ants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrmecophile",1,1,1 ], "an animal that lives in a colony of ants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrobalan",1,1,1 ], "the dried plumlike fruit of various tropical trees of the genus Terminalia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrobalan",1,1,1 ], "used in dyeing, tanning, ink, and medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myrobalan",1,1,2 ], "a dye extracted from this fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrobalan",1,1,3 ], "another name for cherry plum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrrh",1,1,1 ], "Commiphora, esp| C| myrrha, that exude an aromatic resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myrrh",1,1,1 ], "any of several burseraceous trees and shrubs of the African and S Asian genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrrh",1,1,2 ], "the resin obtained from such a plant, used in perfume, incense, and medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrrh",1,1,3 ], "another name for sweet cicely ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrtaceous",1,1,1 ], "and subtropical trees and shrubs having oil glands in the leaves: includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myrtaceous",1,1,1 ], "eucalyptus, clove, myrtle, and guava" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "myrtaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Myrtaceae, a family of mostly tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrtle",1,1,1 ], "a S European shrub with pink or white flowers and aromatic blue-black berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myrtle",1,1,1 ], "any evergreen shrub or tree of the myrtaceous genus Myrtus, esp| M| communis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrtle",1,1,2 ], "short for crape myrtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myrtle",1,1,3 ], "creeping or trailing myrtle| U|S| another name for periwinkle (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myself",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of I or me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myself",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myself",1,1,2 ], "my usual self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myself",1,1,3 ], "used instead of I or me in compound noun phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystagogue",1,1,1 ], "(in Mediterranean mystery religions) a person who instructs those who are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystagogue",1,1,1 ], "preparing for initiation into the mysteries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mysterious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or indicative of mystery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mysterious",1,1,2 ], "puzzling, curious, or enigmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery play",1,1,1 ], "(in the Middle Ages) a type of drama based on the life of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery tour",1,1,1 ], "an excursion to an unspecified destination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,1 ], "an unexplained or inexplicable event, phenomenon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that arouses curiosity or suspense because of an unknown," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,2 ], "obscure, or enigmatic quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being obscure, inexplicable, or enigmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,4 ], "a story, film, etc|, which arouses suspense and curiosity because of facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,4 ], "concealed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,5 ], "any truth that is divinely revealed but otherwise unknowable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,6 ], "a sacramental rite, such as the Eucharist, or (when pl|) the consecrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,6 ], "elements of the Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,7 ], "any of various rites of certain ancient Mediterranean religions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,8 ], "symbolic significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",1,1,9 ], "short for mystery play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",2,1,1 ], "a trade, occupation, or craft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystery",2,1,2 ], "a guild of craftsmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystic",1,1,1 ], "a person who achieves mystical experience or an apprehension of divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystic",1,1,1 ], "mysteries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mystic",1,2,1 ], "another word for mystical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystical",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of mysticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystical",1,1,2 ], "apprehension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mystical",1,1,2 ], "having a divine or sacred significance that surpasses natural human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystical",1,1,3 ], "having occult or metaphysical significance, nature, or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystical",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for mysterious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mysticism",1,1,1 ], "belief in or experience of a reality surpassing normal human understanding or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mysticism",1,1,1 ], "experience, esp| a reality perceived as essential to the nature of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mysticism",1,1,2 ], "a system of contemplative prayer and spirituality aimed at achieving direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mysticism",1,1,2 ], "intuitive experience of the divine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mysticism",1,1,3 ], "obscure or confused belief or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to confuse, bewilder, or puzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystify",1,1,2 ], "to make mysterious or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mystique",1,1,1 ], "an aura of mystery, power, and awe that surrounds a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myth",1,1,1,1 ], "a story about superhuman beings of an earlier age taken by preliterate society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myth",1,1,1,1 ], "into existence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "myth",1,1,1,1 ], "to be a true account, usually of how natural phenomena, social customs, etc|, came" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myth",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for mythology 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myth",1,1,2 ], "a fictitious or unproven person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myth",1,1,3 ], "(in modern literature) a theme or character type embodying an idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myth",1,1,4 ], "(esp| in the writings of Plato) an allegory or parable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to myth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythical",1,1,2 ], "imaginary or fictitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythicize",1,1,1 ], "to make into or treat as a myth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mytho-",1,1,1 ], "myth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythological",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to mythology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythological",1,1,2 ], "mythical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythologist",1,1,1 ], "an expert in or student of mythology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythologist",1,1,2 ], "a writer or editor of myths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythologize",1,1,1 ], "to tell, study, or explain (myths)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythologize",1,2,1 ], "to create or make up myths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythologize",1,3,1 ], "to convert into a myth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythology",1,1,1 ], "a body of myths, esp| one associated with a particular culture, institution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythology",1,1,1 ], "person, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mythology",1,1,2 ], "a body of stories about a person, institution, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythology",1,1,3 ], "myths collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythology",1,1,4 ], "the study or collecting of myths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythomania",1,1,1 ], "if they had really happened, occurring in some mental disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mythomania",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to lie, exaggerate, or relate incredible imaginary adventures as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythopoeia",1,1,1 ], "the composition or making of myths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythopoeic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the composition of myths; productive of myths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythos",1,1,1 ], "group or society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mythos",1,1,1 ], "the complex of beliefs, values, attitudes, etc|, characteristic of a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mythos",1,1,2 ], "another word for myth or mythology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myth|",1,1,1 ], "mythological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myth|",1,1,2 ], "mythology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myxo-",1,1,1 ], "mucus or slime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myxoedema" ,1, 1, 1],"a disease resulting from underactivity of the thyroid gland characterized by",1). c_DEF([ "myxoedema" ,1, 1, 1],"puffy eyes, face, and hands and mental sluggishness",2). c_DEF([ "myxoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour composed of mucous connective tissue, usually situated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myxoma",1,1,1 ], "subcutaneous tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myxomatosis",1,1,1 ], "an infectious and usually fatal viral disease of rabbits characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myxomatosis",1,1,1 ], "swelling of the mucous membranes and formation of skin tumours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myxomycete",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of organisms having a naked mass of protoplasm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myxomycete",1,1,1 ], "characteristics of both plants and animals: usually classified as fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "myxovirus",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of viruses that cause influenza, mumps, and certain other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "myxovirus",1,1,1 ], "diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "mzee",1,1,1 ], "an old person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mzee",1,2,1 ], "advanced in years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "mzungu",1,1,1 ], "a White person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,1 ], "maiden (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,2 ], "male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,3 ], "mare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,4 ], "married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,5 ], "masculine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,6 ], "medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,7 ], "medium (size)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,8 ], "meridian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|",1,1,9 ], "month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|m|",1,1,1 ], "mutatis mutandis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|m|f|",1,1,1 ], "magnetomotive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|o|",1,1,1 ], "mail order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|o|",1,1,2 ], "money order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|p|",1,1,1 ], "melting point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|p|g|",1,1,1 ], "miles per gallon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|p|h|",1,1,1 ], "miles per hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "m|s|l|",1,1,1 ], "mean sea level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n" ,1, 1, 1],"Ns",1). c_DEF([ "n" ,1, 1, 2],"the 14th letter and 11th consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "n" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually an alveolar nasal, as in",1). c_DEF([ "n" ,1, 1, 3],"nail",2). c_DEF([ "n",1,1,1 ], "neutron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n",1,1,2 ], "index of refraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n",1,1,3 ], "nano-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n",2,1,1 ], "an indefinite number (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n-type",1,1,1 ], "(of a semiconductor) having more conduction electrons than mobile holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n-type",1,1,2 ], "associated with or resulting from the movement of electrons in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n-type",1,1,2 ], "semiconductor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nab",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nab",1,1,2 ], "to arrest (a criminal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nab",1,1,3 ], "to seize suddenly; snatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nabob",1,1,1 ], "a rich, powerful, or important man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nabob",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a European who made a fortune in the Orient, esp| in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nabob",1,1,3 ], "another name for a nawab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nacelle",1,1,1 ], "a streamlined enclosure on an aircraft, not part of the fuselage, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nacelle",1,1,1 ], "accommodate an engine, passengers, crew, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nacre",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for mother-of-pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nacreous",1,1,1 ], "relating to or consisting of mother-of-pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nacreous",1,1,2 ], "having the lustre of mother-of-pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nadir",1,1,1 ], "opposite the zenith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nadir",1,1,1 ], "the point on the celestial sphere directly below an observer and diametrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nadir",1,1,2 ], "the lowest or deepest point; depths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nae",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for no'1 or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naevus",1,1,1 ], "any congenital growth or pigmented blemish on the skin birthmark or mole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nag",1,1,1 ], "to scold or annoy constantly " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nag",1,1,2 ], "(to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nag",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to be a constant source of discomfort or worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nag",1,2,1 ], "a person, esp| a woman, who nags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nag",2,1,1 ], "a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nag",2,1,2 ], "a small riding horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nagana",1,1,1 ], "a disease of hoofed animals of central and southern Africa, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nagana",1,1,1 ], "parasitic protozoa of the genus Trypanosoma that is transmitted by tsetse flies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nagor",1,1,1 ], "another name for reedbuck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naiad",1,1,1 ], "a nymph dwelling in a lake, river, spring, or fountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naiad",1,1,2 ], "the aquatic larva of the dragonfly, mayfly, and related insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naiad",1,1,3 ], "any monocotyledonous submerged aquatic plant of the genus Naias (or Najas)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naiad",1,1,3 ], "having narrow leaves and small flowers: family Naiadaceae (or Najadaceae)",2). c_DEF([ "naiad",1,1,4 ], "any of certain freshwater mussels of the genus Unio ( see mussel ,2)",1). c_DEF([ "nail down",1,1,1 ], "to fasten down with or as if with nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail down",1,1,2 ], "to extort a definite promise or consent from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail down",1,1,3 ], "to settle in a definite way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail polish",1,1,1 ], "a quick-drying cosmetic lacquer applied to colour the nails or make them shiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail polish",1,1,1 ], "or esp| both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nail set",1,1,1 ], "a punch for driving the head of a nail below or flush with the surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail set",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nail up",1,1,1 ], "to shut in or fasten tightly with or as if with nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,10 ], "hit the nail on the head| to do or say something correct or telling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,11 ], "on the nail| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,12 ], "(of payments) at once; on the spot (esp| in the phrase pay on the nail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,4 ], "the claw of a mammal, bird, or reptile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,5 ], "a hypodermic needle, used for injecting drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,6 ], "a unit of length, formerly used for measuring cloth, equal to two and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,6 ], "quarter inches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,7 ], "a nail in one's coffin| an experience so shocking as to shorten life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,8 ], "bite one's nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,8,1 ], "to chew off the ends of one's fingernails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,8,2 ], "to be worried or apprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,9 ], "hard as nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,9,1 ], "in tough physical condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,1,9,2 ], "without sentiment or feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,2,1 ], "to attach with or as if with nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,2,2 ], "to arrest, catch, or seize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,2,3 ], "to hit or bring down, as with a shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,2,4 ], "to expose or detect (a lie or liar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,2,5 ], "to fix or focus (one's eyes, attention, etc|) on an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail",1,2,6 ], "to stud with nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail-biting",1,1,1 ], "the act or habit of biting one's fingernails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail-biting",1,1,1,1 ], "anxiety tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nail-biting",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nailbrush",1,1,1 ], "a small stiff-bristled brush for cleaning the fingernails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nailfile",1,1,1 ], "a small file, chiefly either of metal or of board coated with emery, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nailfile",1,1,1 ], "trim the nails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nailhead",1,1,1 ], "a decorative device, as on tooled leather, resembling the round head of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nailhead",1,1,1 ], "nail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nainsook",1,1,1 ], "a light soft plain-weave cotton fabric, used esp| for babies' wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naira",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Nigeria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naissant",1,1,1 ], "(of a beast) having only the forepart shown above a horizontal division of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naissant",1,1,1 ], "shield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naive",1,1,1,1 ], "having or expressing innocence and credulity; ingenuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naive",1,1,1,2 ], "only the naive believed him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naive",1,1,2 ], "artless or unsophisticated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naive",1,1,3 ], "lacking developed powers of analysis, reasoning, or criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naive",1,2,1 ], "a person who is naive, esp| in his artistic style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naivetivet",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being naive; ingenuousness; simplicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naivetivet",1,1,2 ], "a naive act or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked ladies",1,1,1 ], "another name for autumn crocus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked singularity",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical location at which there would be a discontinuity in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked singularity",1,1,1 ], "space-time continuum as a result of the gravitational collapse of a spherical mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,1 ], "having the body completely unclothed; undressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,10 ], "(of animals) lacking hair, feathers, scales, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,10,1 ], "unsupported by authority or financial or other consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,10,2 ], "lacking some essential condition to render valid; incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,2 ], "having no covering; bare; exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,3 ], "with no qualification or concealment; stark; plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,4 ], "the phrase the naked eye)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,4 ], "unaided by any optical instrument, such as a telescope or microscope (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,5 ], "with no defence, protection, or shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,6 ], "(usually foll| by of) stripped or destitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,7 ], "(of the seeds of gymnosperms) not enclosed in a pericarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,8 ], "(of flowers) lacking a perianth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naked",1,1,9 ], "(of stems) lacking leaves and other appendages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naker",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of small kettledrums used in medieval music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "namas kar",1,1,1 ], "a salutation used in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "namby-pamby" ,1, 1, 1],"sentimental or prim in a weak insipid way",1). c_DEF([ "namby-pamby" ,1, 1, 2],"clinging, feeble, or spineless",1). c_DEF([ "namby-pamby" ,1, 2, 2],"a person who is namby-pamby",1). c_DEF([ "name day",1,1,1 ], "the feast day of a saint whose name one bears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name day",1,1,2 ], "another name for ticket day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name part",1,1,1 ], "another name for title role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,1 ], "a word or term by which a person or thing is commonly and distinctively known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,2 ], "mere outward appearance or form as opposed to fact (esp| in the phrase in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,2 ], "name)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,3 ], "a word, title, or phrase descriptive of character, usually abusive or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,3 ], "derogatory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,4 ], "reputation, esp|, if unspecified, good reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,4,1 ], "a famous person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,4,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| a name product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,5 ], "in or under the name of| using as a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,6 ], "in the name of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,6,1 ], "for the sake of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,6,2 ], "by the sanction or authority of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,7 ], "know by name| to have heard of without having met" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,8 ], "name of the game| Chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,8,1 ], "anything that is essential, significant, or important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,8,2 ], "expected or normal conditions, circumstances, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,1,9 ], "to one's name| belonging to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,2,1 ], "to give a name to; call by a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,2,2 ], "to refer to by name; cite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,2,3 ], "to determine, fix, or specify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,2,4 ], "to appoint to or cite for a particular title, honour, or duty; nominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,2,5 ], "name names| to cite people, esp| in order to blame or accuse them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,2,6 ], "name the day| to choose the day for one's wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name",1,2,7 ], "you name it| whatever you need, mention, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name-calling",1,1,1 ], "verbal abuse, esp| as a crude form of argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name-dropping",1,1,1 ], "the practice of referring frequently to famous or fashionable people, esp| as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "name-dropping",1,1,1 ], "though they were intimate friends, in order to impress others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nameless",1,1,1 ], "without a name; anonymous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nameless",1,1,2 ], "incapable of being named; indescribable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nameless",1,1,3 ], "too unpleasant or disturbing to be mentioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nameless",1,1,4 ], "having no legal name; illegitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "namely",1,1,1 ], "that is to say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nameplate",1,1,1 ], "a small panel on or next to the door of a room or building, bearing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nameplate",1,1,1 ], "occupant's name and profession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "namesake",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing named after another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "namesake",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing with the same name as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nametape",1,1,1 ], "a narrow cloth tape attached to clothing, etc|, bearing the owner's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nan" ,1, 1, 1],"nan_a, or nan_na",1). c_DEF([ "nan" ,1, 2, 1],"a child's word for ,grandmother",1). c_DEF([ "nana",1,1,1 ], "the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nana",1,1,2 ], "do one's nana| to become very angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nana",1,1,3 ], "off one's nana| mad; insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nancy",1,1,1,1 ], "an effeminate or homosexual boy or man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nancy",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nankeen",1,1,1 ], "a hard-wearing buff-coloured cotton fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nankeen",1,1,1,1 ], "a pale greyish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nankeen",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nanny goat",1,1,1 ], "a female goat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nanny",1,1,1 ], "a nurse or nursemaid for children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nanny",1,1,2 ], "a child's word for grandmother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nano-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'-'9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nano-",1,1,2 ], "indicating extreme smallness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nanometre",1,1,1 ], "one thousand-millionth of a metre| Symbol: nm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nanoplankton",1,1,1 ], "microscopic organisms in plankton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nanosecond",1,1,1 ], "one thousand-millionth of a second| Symbol: ns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naos",1,1,1 ], "an ancient classical temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naos",1,1,2 ], "another name for cella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nap" ,2, 1, 1, 1],"the raised fibres of velvet or similar cloth",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,2, 1, 1, 2],"the direction in which these fibres lie when smoothed down",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,2, 1, 2],"any similar downy coating",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,2, 2, 1],"to raise the nap of (velvet, etc|) by brushing or similar treatment",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 1],"a card game similar to whist, usually played for stakes",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 2],"a call in this card game, undertaking to win all five tricks",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 3],"a tipster's choice for an almost certain winner",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 4, 1],"to undertake to win all five tricks at nap",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 4, 2],"to risk everything on one chance",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 4],"go nap",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 5],"is taken",2). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 1, 5],"nap hand| a position in which there is a very good chance of success if a risk",1). c_DEF([ "nap" ,3, 3, 1],"to name (a horse) as likely to win a race",1). c_DEF([ "nap",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to sleep for a short while; doze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nap",1,1,2 ], "napping)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nap",1,1,2 ], "to be unaware or inattentive; be off guard (esp| in the phrase catch someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nap",1,2,1 ], "a short light sleep; doze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napalm",1,1,1 ], "a thick and highly incendiary liquid, usually consisting of petrol gelled with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napalm",1,1,1 ], "aluminium soaps, used in fire bombs, flame throwers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "napalm",1,2,1 ], "to attack with napalm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nape",1,1,1 ], "the back of the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napery",1,1,1 ], "household linen, esp| table linen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphtha",1,1,1 ], "a distillation product from coal tar boiling in the approximate range 80-170" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphtha",1,1,1 ], "degrees C and containing aromatic hydrocarbons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naphtha",1,1,2 ], "a distillation product from petroleum boiling in the approximate range 100-200" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphtha",1,1,2 ], "degrees C and containing aliphatic hydrocarbons: used as a solvent and in petrol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naphtha",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete name for petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphthalene",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C10H8" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "naphthalene",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline volatile solid with a characteristic penetrating odour: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphthalene",1,1,1 ], "aromatic hydrocarbon used in moth balls and in the manufacture of dyes, explosives, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naphthene",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of cycloalkanes, mainly derivatives of cyclopentane, found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphthene",1,1,1 ], "petroleum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naphthol",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline solid having two isomeric forms, alpha-naphthol, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphthol",1,1,1 ], "dyes, and beta-naphthol, used in dyes and as an antioxidant| Formula: C10H7OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naphthyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing either of two forms of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naphthyl",1,1,1 ], "monovalent group C10H7-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "napiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a turnip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napkin",1,1,1 ], "a usually square piece of cloth or paper used while eating to protect the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napkin",1,1,1 ], "clothes, wipe the mouth, etc|; serviette" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "napkin",1,1,2 ], "a similar piece of cloth used for example as a handkerchief or headscarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napkin",1,1,3 ], "a more formal name for nappy'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napkin",1,1,4 ], "a less common term for sanitary towel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napoleon",1,1,1 ], "Napoleon I or Napoleon III" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "napoleon",1,1,1 ], "a former French gold coin worth 20 francs bearing a portrait of either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napoleon",1,1,2 ], "the full name for nap'3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappa",1,1,1 ], "a soft leather, used in gloves and clothes, made from sheepskin, lambskin, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappa",1,1,1 ], "kid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nappe",1,1,1 ], "a large sheet or mass of rock, originally a recumbent fold, that has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappe",1,1,1 ], "thrust from its original position by earth movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nappe",1,1,2 ], "the sheet of water that flows over a dam or weir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappe",1,1,3 ], "either of the two parts into which a cone ,1,2 is divided by the vertex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that raises the nap on cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "napper",2,1,1 ], "a slang or dialect word for head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",1,1,1 ], "a piece of soft material, esp| towelling or a disposable material, wrapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",1,1,1 ], "around a baby in order to absorb its excrement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",1,1,2 ], "U|S| name: diaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,1,2 ], "having a nap; downy; fuzzy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,1,3 ], "(of alcoholic drink, esp| beer)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,1,3,1 ], "having a head; frothy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,1,3,2 ], "strong or heady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,1,4 ], "slightly intoxicated; tipsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,1,5 ], "(of a horse) jumpy or irritable; nervy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nappy",2,2,1 ], "any strong alcoholic drink, esp| heady beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narceine",1,1,1 ], "a narcotic alkaloid that occurs in opium| Formula: C23H27O8N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcissism",1,1,1 ], "an exceptional interest in or admiration for oneself, esp| one's physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcissism",1,1,1 ], "appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narcissism",1,1,2 ], "mental endowments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narcissism",1,1,2 ], "sexual satisfaction derived from contemplation of one's own physical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcissus",1,1,1 ], "any amaryllidaceous plant of the Eurasian genus Narcissus, esp| poeticus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcissus",1,1,1 ], "whose yellow, orange, or white flowers have a crown surrounded by spreading segments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating numbness or torpor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcoanalysis",1,1,1 ], "psychoanalysis of a patient in a trance induced by a narcotic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcolepsy",1,1,1 ], "a rare condition characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcolepsy",1,1,1 ], "sleep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narcosis",1,1,1 ], "unconsciousness induced by narcotics or general anaesthetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcosynthesis",1,1,1 ], "a method of treating severe personality disorders by working with the patient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcosynthesis",1,1,1 ], "while he is under the influence of a barbiturate drug, such as sodium pentothal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narcotic",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of drugs, such as opium and morphine, that produce numbness and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcotic",1,1,1 ], "stupor| They are used medicinally to relieve pain but are sometimes also taken for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narcotic",1,1,1 ], "their pleasant effects; prolonged use may cause addiction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "narcotic",1,1,2 ], "anything that relieves pain or induces sleep, mental numbness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcotic",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating narcotics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcotic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to narcotics addicts or users" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcotic",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to narcosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcotism",1,1,1 ], "stupor or addiction induced by narcotic drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narcotize",1,1,1 ], "to place under the influence of a narcotic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nard",1,1,1 ], "another name for spikenard 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nard",1,1,2 ], "any of several plants, such as certain valerians, whose aromatic roots were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nard",1,1,2 ], "formerly used in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nardoo",1,1,1 ], "any of certain cloverlike ferns of the genus Marsilea, which grow in swampy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nardoo",1,1,1 ], "areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nardoo",1,1,2 ], "the spores of such a plant, used as food in Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nares",1,1,1 ], "the nostrils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narghile",1,1,1 ], "another name for hookah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the nares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nark",1,1,1 ], "an informer or spy, esp| one working for the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nark",1,2,1 ], "to annoy, upset, or irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nark",1,3,1 ], "to inform or spy, esp| for the police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrate",1,1,1 ], "to tell (a story); relate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrate",1,1,2 ], "to speak in accompaniment of (a film, television programme, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narration",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of narrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narration",1,1,2 ], "a narrated account or story; narrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narration",1,1,3 ], "(in traditional rhetoric) the third step in making a speech, the putting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narration",1,1,3 ], "forward of the question" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narrative",1,1,1 ], "an account, report, or story, as of events, experiences, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrative",1,1,2 ], "(sometimes preceded by the) the part of a literary work, etc|, that relates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrative",1,1,2 ], "events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narrative",1,1,3 ], "the process or technique of narrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrative",1,2,1 ], "telling a story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrative",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to narration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow boat",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow bargelike boat with a beam of 2|1 metres (7 feet) or less, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow boat",1,1,1 ], "on canals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narrow gauge" ,1, 1, 1],"a smaller distance between the lines of a railway than the standard gauge of",1). c_DEF([ "narrow gauge" ,1, 1, 1],"inches",2). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,1 ], "small in breadth, esp| in comparison to length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,2 ], "limited in range or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,3 ], "limited in outlook; lacking breadth of vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,4 ], "limited in means or resources; meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,5 ], "barely adequate or successful (esp| in the phrase a narrow escape)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,6 ], "painstakingly thorough; minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,7 ], "overcareful with money; parsimonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,7,1 ], "another word for tense ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,7,2 ], "phonemic distinctions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,7,2 ], "relating to or denoting a transcription used to represent phonetic rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,7,3 ], "another word for close (sense 33)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,1,8 ], "(of agricultural feeds) especially rich in protein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,2,1 ], "to make or become narrow; limit; restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow",1,3,1 ], "a narrow place, esp| a pass or strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrow-minded",1,1,1 ], "having a biased or illiberal viewpoint; bigoted, intolerant, or prejudiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narrows",1,1,1 ], "a narrow part of a strait, river, current, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narthex",1,1,1 ], "a portico at the west end of a basilica or church, esp| one that is at right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narthex",1,1,1 ], "angles to the nave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "narthex",1,1,2 ], "a rectangular entrance hall between the porch and nave of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narwhal",1,1,1 ], "an arctic toothed whale, Monodon monoceros, having a black-spotted whitish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "narwhal",1,1,1 ], "skin and, in the male, a long spiral tusk: family Monodontidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nary",1,1,1 ], "not; never" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasal index",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the widest part of the nose to its length multiplied by 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasal",1,1,2 ], "cavity instead of or as well as through the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nasal",1,1,2 ], "pronounced with the soft palate lowered allowing air to escape via the nasal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasal",1,2,1 ], "a nasal speech sound, such as English m, n, or ng" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasalize",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce nasally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nascent",1,1,1 ], "starting to grow or develop; being born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nascent",1,1,2 ], "(of an element or simple compound, esp| hydrogen) created within the reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nascent",1,1,2 ], "medium in the atomic form and having a high activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naseberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for sapodilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasion",1,1,1 ], "a craniometric point where the top of the nose meets the ridge of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasion",1,1,1 ], "forehead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naso-",1,1,1 ], "nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasofrontal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the nasal and frontal bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasopharynx",1,1,1 ], "the part of the pharynx situated above and behind the soft palate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nastic movement",1,1,1 ], "a response of plant parts that is independent of the direction of the external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nastic movement",1,1,1 ], "stimulus, such as the opening of buds caused by an alteration in light intensity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nasturtium",1,1,1 ], "Tropaeolaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nasturtium",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the genus Tropaeolum, esp| T| major, having round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasturtium",1,1,1 ], "leaves and yellow, red, or orange trumpet-shaped spurred flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nasturtium",1,1,2 ], "a strong or dark reddish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasty",1,1,2 ], "unpleasant, offensive, or repugnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasty",1,1,3 ], "(of an experience, condition, etc|) unpleasant, dangerous, or painful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nasty",1,1,4 ], "spiteful, abusive, or ill-natured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natal",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natality",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for birth rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natant",1,1,1 ], "(of aquatic plants) floating on the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natant",1,1,2 ], "floating or swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natation",1,1,1 ], "a formal or literary word for swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natatorium",1,1,1 ], "a swimming pool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natatory",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natch",1,1,1 ], "short for naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nates",1,1,1 ], "a technical word for the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natheless",1,1,1 ], "another word for nonetheless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natheless",1,2,1 ], "notwithstanding; despite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nation",1,1,1 ], "an aggregation of people or peoples of one or more cultures, races, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nation",1,1,1 ], "organized into a single state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nation",1,1,2 ], "a community of persons not constituting a state but bound by common descent," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nation",1,1,2 ], "language, history, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nation",1,1,2,1 ], "a federation of tribes, esp| American Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nation",1,1,2,2 ], "the territory occupied by such a federation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nation-state",1,1,1 ], "an independent state inhabited by all the people of one nation and one nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nation-state",1,1,1 ], "only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "national accounting",1,1,1 ], "another name for social accounting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national anthem",1,1,1 ], "a patriotic hymn or other song adopted by a nation for use on public or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national anthem",1,1,1 ], "occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "national assistance",1,1,1 ], "the former name for supplementary benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national bank",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a commercial bank incorporated under a Federal charter and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national bank",1,1,1 ], "legally required to be a member of the Federal Reserve System" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "national bank",1,1,2 ], "a bank owned and operated by a government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national code",1,1,1 ], "another term for Australian Rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national debt",1,1,1 ], "the total financial obligations incurred by a nation's central government|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national income",1,1,1 ], "country and consisting of wages, salaries, profits, rent, and interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "national income",1,1,1 ], "the total of all incomes accruing over a specified period to residents of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national insurance",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) state insurance based on weekly contributions from employees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national insurance",1,1,1 ], "as medical services" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "national insurance",1,1,1 ], "employers and providing payments to the unemployed, the sick, the retired, etc|, as well" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "national park",1,1,1 ], "an area of land controlled by the state in order to preserve its natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national park",1,1,1 ], "beauty, wild life, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "national service",1,1,1 ], "compulsory military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or relating to a nation as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a particular nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national",1,1,3 ], "nationalistic or patriotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national",1,2,1 ], "a citizen or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "national",1,2,2 ], "a national newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationalism",1,1,1 ], "a sentiment based on common cultural characteristics that binds a population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationalism",1,1,1 ], "and often produces a policy of national independence or separatism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nationalism",1,1,2 ], "loyalty or devotion to one's country; patriotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationalism",1,1,3 ], "exaggerated, passionate, or fanatical devotion to a national community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationality",1,1,1 ], "the state or fact of being a citizen of a particular nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationality",1,1,2 ], "a body of people sharing common descent, history, language, etc|; a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationality",1,1,3 ], "a national group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationality",1,1,4 ], "national character or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationality",1,1,5 ], "the state or fact of being a nation; national status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationalize",1,1,1 ], "to put (an industry, resources, etc|) under state control or ownership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationalize",1,1,2 ], "to make national in scope, character, or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationalize",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for naturalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nationwide",1,1,1 ], "covering or available to the whole of a nation; national" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native bear",1,1,1 ], "an Australian name for koala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native oak",1,1,1 ], "another name for Casuarina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native speaker",1,1,1 ], "a person having a specified native language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,1 ], "relating or belonging to a person or thing by virtue of conditions existing at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,1 ], "the time of birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,2 ], "inherent, natural, or innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,3 ], "born in a specified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,4 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by to) originating in a specific place or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,5 ], "area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,5 ], "characteristic of or relating to the indigenous inhabitants of a country or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,6 ], "(of chemical elements, esp| metals) found naturally in the elemental form; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,6 ], "chemically combined as in an ore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,7 ], "unadulterated by civilization, artifice, or adornment; natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,1,8 ], "related by birth or race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) a person born in a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by of) a species of animal or plant originating in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,2,2 ], "place or area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,2,3 ], "a member of an indigenous people of a country or area, esp| a non-White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,2,3 ], "people, as opposed to colonial settlers and immigrants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "native",1,2,4 ], "any non-White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "native-born",1,1,1 ], "born in the country or area indicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nativism",1,1,1 ], "the policy of favouring the natives of a country over the immigrants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nativism",1,1,2 ], "acculturation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nativism",1,1,2 ], "the policy of protecting and reaffirming native tribal cultures in reaction to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nativism",1,1,3 ], "the philosophical doctrine that some ideas exist innately in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nativity",1,1,1 ], "birth or origin, esp| in relation to the circumstances surrounding it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natl|",1,1,1 ], "national" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natrium",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natrolite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless, white, or yellow zeolite mineral consisting of sodium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natrolite",1,1,1 ], "silicate in the form of needle-like orthorhombic crystals| Formula: Na2Al2Si3O10|2H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natron",1,1,1 ], "a whitish or yellow mineral that consists of hydrated sodium carbonate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natron",1,1,1 ], "occurs in saline deposits and salt lakes| Formula: Na2CO3|10H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natter",1,1,1 ], "to talk idly and at length; chatter or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natter",1,2,1 ], "prolonged idle chatter or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natterjack",1,1,1 ], "a European toad, Bufo calamita, of sandy regions, having a greyish-brown body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natterjack",1,1,1 ], "marked with reddish warty processes: family Bufonidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natty",1,1,2 ], "smart in appearance or dress; spruce; dapper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural childbirth",1,1,1 ], "a method of childbirth characterized by the absence of anaesthetics, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural childbirth",1,1,1 ], "the expectant mother is given special breathing and relaxing exercises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural classification",1,1,1 ], "classification of organisms according to relationships based on descent from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural classification",1,1,1 ], "common ancestor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural gas",1,1,1 ], "a gaseous mixture consisting mainly of methane trapped below ground; used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural gas",1,1,1 ], "extensively as a fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural gender",1,1,1 ], "grammatical gender that reflects, as in English, the sex or animacy of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural gender",1,1,1 ], "referent of a noun rather than the form or any other feature of the word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural history",1,1,1 ], "the study of animals and plants in the wild state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural history",1,1,2 ], "the study of all natural phenomena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural history",1,1,3 ], "the sum of these phenomena in a given place or at a given time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural language",1,1,1 ], "a language that has evolved naturally as a means of communication among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural language",1,1,1 ], "people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural language",1,1,2 ], "languages of this kind considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural law",1,1,1 ], "a law of conduct or morality supposed to be inherent in human nature and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural law",1,1,1 ], "ascertainable by reason, as distinguished from law based on divine revelation or human" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural law",1,1,1 ], "legislation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "natural logarithm",1,1,1 ], "a logarithm to the base e (see base#5%116)| Usually written loge or ln" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural number",1,1,1 ], "any of the positive integers 1,2,3,4,||" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural philosophy",1,1,1 ], "(now only used in Scottish universities) physical science, esp| physics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural resources",1,1,1 ], "naturally occurring materials such as coal, fertile land, etc|, that can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural resources",1,1,1 ], "used by man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural science",1,1,1 ], "and its phenomena, including biology, physics, chemistry, and geology, but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural science",1,1,1 ], "applied sciences" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "natural science",1,1,1 ], "excluding social sciences, abstract or theoretical sciences, such as mathematics, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "natural science",1,1,1 ], "the sciences collectively that are involved in the study of the physical world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural science",1,1,2 ], "any one of these sciences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural selection",1,1,1 ], "a process resulting in the survival of those individuals from a population of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural selection",1,1,1 ], "animals or plants that are best adapted to the prevailing environmental conditions| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural selection",1,1,1 ], "composition of the population is changed" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "natural selection",1,1,1 ], "survivors tend to produce more offspring than those less well adapted, so that the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "natural theology",1,1,1 ], "reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural theology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of theology concerned with the knowledge of God achieved by natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural virtues",1,1,1 ], "(esp| among the scholastics) those virtues of which man is capable without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural virtues",1,1,1 ], "direct help from God, specifically justice, temperance, prudence, and fortitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,1 ], "of, existing in, or produced by nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,10 ], "not affected by man or civilization; uncultivated; wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,11 ], "illegitimate; born out of wedlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,12 ], "not adopted but rather related by blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,12,1 ], "not sharp or flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,12,2 ], "denoting a note that is neither sharp nor flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,12,3 ], "(of a key or scale) containing no sharps or flats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,13 ], "notes of the harmonic series of the keynote can be obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,13 ], "of or relating to a trumpet, horn, etc|, without valves or keys, on which only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,14 ], "determined by inborn conviction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,14,1 ], "(of a card)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,15 ], "not a joker or wild card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,15,2 ], "(of a canasta or sequence) containing no wild cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,15,3 ], "(of a bid in bridge) describing genuine values not conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,16 ], "based on the principles and findings of human reason and what is to be learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,16 ], "of God from nature rather than on revelation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,2 ], "in accordance with human nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,3 ], "as is normal or to be expected; ordinary or logical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,4 ], "not acquired; innate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,5 ], "being so through innate qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,6 ], "not supernatural or strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,7 ], "not constrained or affected; genuine or spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,8 ], "not artificially dyed or coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,1,9 ], "following or resembling nature or life; lifelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing regarded as certain to qualify for success, selection, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,2,1,1 ], "an accidental cancelling a previous sharp or flat",1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,2,1,2 ], "a note affected by this accidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,2,2 ], "his first two cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,2,2 ], "the combination of an ace with a ten or court card when dealt to a player as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural",1,2,3 ], "an imbecile; idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "natural-born",1,1,1 ], "being as specified through one's birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,1,1 ], "Flaubert, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,1,1 ], "a movement, esp| in art and literature, advocating detailed realistic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,1,1 ], "factual description, esp| that in 19th-century France in the writings of Zola," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,1,2 ], "the characteristics or effects of this movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,2 ], "a school of painting or sculpture characterized by the faithful imitation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,2 ], "appearances for their own sake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,3 ], "the belief that all religious truth is based not on revelation but rather on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,3 ], "the study of natural causes and processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,4 ], "a scientific account of the world in terms of causes and natural forces that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,4 ], "rejects all spiritual, supernatural, or teleological explanations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,5 ], "action or thought caused by natural desires and instincts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalism",1,1,6 ], "devotion to that which is natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who is versed in or interested in botany or zoology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalist",1,1,2 ], "a person who advocates or practises naturalism, esp| in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalistic",1,1,1 ], "of, imitating, or reproducing nature in effect or characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalistic",1,1,2 ], "of or characteristic of naturalism, esp| in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalistic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to naturalists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,1,1 ], "to give citizenship to (a person of foreign birth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,1,2 ], "to be or cause to be adopted in another place, as a word, custom, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,2,1 ], "local conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,2,1 ], "to introduce (a plant or animal from another region) and cause it to adapt to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,3,1 ], "(of a plant or animal) to adapt successfully to a foreign environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,4,1 ], "supernatural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,4,1 ], "to explain (something unusual) with reference to nature, excluding the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturalize",1,5,1 ], "to make natural or more lifelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturally",1,1,1 ], "in a natural or normal way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturally",1,1,2 ], "through nature; inherently; instinctively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturally",1,1,3 ], "of course; surely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature strip",1,1,1 ], "a grass strip running alongside a road; verge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature study",1,1,1 ], "at an elementary level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nature study",1,1,1 ], "the study of the natural world, esp| animals and plants, by direct observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature trail",1,1,1 ], "a path through countryside of particular interest to naturalists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,1 ], "character" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,1 ], "the fundamental qualities of a person or thing; identity or essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,10 ], "the real appearance of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,11 ], "accepted standards of basic morality or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,12 ], "organism; genotype" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,12 ], "the complement of genetic material that partly determines the structure of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,13 ], "against nature| unnatural or immoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,14 ], "by nature| essentially or innately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,15 ], "call of nature| Informal, euphemistic or humorous| the need to urinate or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,15 ], "defecate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,16 ], "from nature| using natural models in drawing, painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,17 ], "in the nature of| essentially the same as; by way of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,2 ], "physical life that are not controlled by man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,2 ], "the whole system of the existence, arrangement, forces, and events of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,3 ], "all natural phenomena and plant and animal life, as distinct from man and his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,3 ], "creations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,4 ], "a wild primitive state untouched by man or civilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,5 ], "natural unspoilt scenery or countryside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,6 ], "disposition or temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,7 ], "tendencies, desires, or instincts governing behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,8 ], "the normal biological needs or urges of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nature",1,1,9 ], "sort; kind; character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturism",1,1,1 ], "another name for nudism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturopathy",1,1,1 ], "a method of treating disorders, involving the use of herbs and other naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naturopathy",1,1,1 ], "grown foods, sunlight, fresh air, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nat|",1,1,1 ], "national" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nat|",1,1,2 ], "native" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nat|",1,1,3 ], "natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nauch",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of nautch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naught",1,1,1 ], "nothing or nothingness; ruin or failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naught",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of nought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naught",1,1,3 ], "set at naught| to have disregard or scorn for; disdain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naught",1,2,1 ], "not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naught",1,3,1 ], "worthless, ruined, or wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naughty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naughty",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of children or their behaviour) mischievous or disobedient; bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naughty",1,1,3 ], "mildly indecent; titillating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naughty",1,2,1 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naumachia" ,1, 1, 1],"(in ancient Rome) a mock sea fight performed as an entertainment",1). c_DEF([ "naumachia" ,1, 1, 2],"an artificial lake used in such a spectacle",1). c_DEF([ "nauplius",1,1,1 ], "pairs of limbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nauplius",1,1,1 ], "the larva of many crustaceans, having a rounded unsegmented body with three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nausea",1,1,1 ], "the sensation that precedes vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nausea",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of disgust or revulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nauseate",1,1,1 ], "to arouse feelings of disgust or revulsion in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nauseate",1,1,2 ], "to feel or cause to feel sick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nauseous",1,1,1 ], "causing nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nauseous",1,1,2 ], "distasteful to the mind or senses; repulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautch",1,1,1,1 ], "an intricate traditional Indian dance performed by professional dancing girls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautch",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautical mile",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length, used esp| in navigation, equal to 1852 metres (6076|103" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautical mile",1,1,1 ], "feet)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nautical mile",1,1,2 ], "a British unit of length, equal to 1853|18 metres (6082 feet)| Formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautical mile",1,1,2 ], "called: geographical mile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nautical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or involving ships, navigation, or seamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautiloid",1,1,1 ], "any mollusc of the Nautiloidea, a group of cephalopods that includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautiloid",1,1,1 ], "pearly nautilus and many extinct forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nautiloid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Nautiloidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautilus",1,1,1 ], "any cephalopod mollusc of the genus Nautilus, esp| the pearly nautilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nautilus",1,1,2 ], "short for paper nautilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naut|",1,1,1 ], "nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naval architecture",1,1,1 ], "the designing of ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naval",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, characteristic of, or having a navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "naval",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to ships; nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navar",1,1,1 ], "a system of air navigation in which a ground radar station relays signals to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navar",1,1,1 ], "each aircraft indicating the relative positions of neighbouring aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "navarin",1,1,1 ], "a stew of mutton or lamb with root vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nave",1,1,1 ], "often flanked by aisles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nave",1,1,1 ], "the central space in a church, extending from the narthex to the chancel and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nave",2,1,1 ], "the central block or hub of a wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navel orange",1,1,1 ], "a sweet orange that is usually seedless and has at its apex a navel-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navel orange",1,1,1 ], "depression enclosing an underdeveloped secondary fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "navel",1,1,1 ], "the scar in the centre of the abdomen, usually forming a slight depression," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navel",1,1,1 ], "where the umbilical cord was attached| Technical name: umbilicus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "navel",1,1,2 ], "a central part, location, or point; middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navel",1,1,3 ], "short for navel orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navelwort",1,1,1 ], "another name for pennywort ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navew",1,1,1 ], "another name for turnip 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navicert",1,1,1 ], "a certificate specifying the contents of a neutral ship's cargo, issued esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navicert",1,1,1 ], "in time of war by a blockading power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "navicular" ,1, 1, 1],"shaped like a boat",1). c_DEF([ "navicular" ,1, 2, 1],"a small boat-shaped bone of the wrist or foot",1). c_DEF([ "navigable",1,1,1 ], "wide, deep, or safe enough to be sailed on or through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being steered or controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigate",1,1,1 ], "to plan, direct, or plot the path or position of (a ship, an aircraft, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigate",1,2,1 ], "to travel over, through, or on (water, air, or land) in a boat, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigate",1,2,2 ], "to direct (oneself, one's way, etc|) carefully or safely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigate",1,3,1 ], "to voyage in a ship; sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigation",1,1,1 ], "along it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "navigation",1,1,1 ], "the skill or process of plotting a route and directing a ship, aircraft, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigation",1,1,2 ], "the act or practice of navigating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigation",1,1,3 ], "ship traffic; shipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigation",1,1,4 ], "an inland waterway; canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigator",1,1,1 ], "a person who is skilled in or performs navigation, esp| on a ship or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigator",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) a person who explores by ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navigator",1,1,3 ], "an instrument or device for assisting a pilot to navigate an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navig|",1,1,1 ], "navigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navvy",1,1,1 ], "a labourer on a building site, excavations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark greyish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy cut",1,1,1 ], "tobacco finely cut from a block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy yard",1,1,1 ], "a naval shipyard, esp| in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy",1,1,1 ], "the warships and auxiliary vessels of a nation or ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy",1,1,2 ], "and all their supporting services and equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "navy",1,1,2 ], "the branch of a country's armed services comprising such ships, their crews," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy",1,1,3 ], "short for navy blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "navy",1,1,4 ], "a fleet of ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nav|",1,1,1 ], "naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nav|",1,1,2 ], "navigable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nav|",1,1,3 ], "navigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nav|",1,1,4 ], "navigator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nawab",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a Muslim ruling prince or powerful landowner in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nay",1,1,1 ], "a word for no ,1,: archaic or dialectal except in voting by voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nay",1,2,1,1 ], "a person who votes in the negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nay",1,2,1,2 ], "a negative vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nay",1,3,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nay",1,3,2 ], "an emphatic form of no ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ne plus ultra",1,1,1 ], "the extreme or perfect point or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ne'er",1,1,1 ], "a poetic contraction of never" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ne'er-do-well",1,1,1 ], "an improvident, irresponsible, or lazy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ne'er-do-well",1,2,1 ], "useless; worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ne-",1,1,1 ], "variant of neo-, esp| before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neap tide",1,1,1 ], "either of the two tides that occur at the first or last quarter of the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neap tide",1,1,1 ], "smallest rise in tidal level" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neap tide",1,1,1 ], "when the attractions of the sun and moon almost balance each other and produce the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neap",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or constituting a neap tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neap",1,2,1 ], "short for neap tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near miss",1,1,1 ], "a bomb, shell, etc|, that does not exactly hit the target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near miss",1,1,2 ], "any attempt or shot that just fails to be successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near miss",1,1,3 ], "an incident in which two aircraft, etc|, narrowly avoid collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near rhyme",1,1,1 ], "another term for half-rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near thing",1,1,1 ], "an event or action whose outcome is nearly a failure, success, disaster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,1,1 ], "at or to a place or time not far away from; close to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,2,1 ], "at or to a place or time not far away; close by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,2,2 ], "near to| not far from; near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,2,3 ], "short for nearly (esp| in phrases such as damn near)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,3,1 ], "at or in a place not far away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,3,2 ], "only just successful or only just failing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,4,1 ], "to come or draw close (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,5,1,1 ], "the left side of a horse, team of animals, vehicle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near",1,5,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near-",1,1,1 ], "nearly; almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "near-sighted",1,1,1 ], "relating to or suffering from myopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearby",1,2,1 ], "not far away close at hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearly",1,1,1 ], "not quite; almost; practically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearly",1,1,2 ], "not nearly| nowhere near; not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearly",1,1,3 ], "closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearside",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearside",1,1,1,1 ], "side)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nearside",1,1,1,1 ], "the left side of an animal, team of horses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearside",1,1,1,1 ], "the side of a vehicle, etc|, normally nearer the kerb (in Britain, the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nearside",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",1,1,1 ], "clean, tidy, and orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",1,1,2 ], "liking or insisting on order and cleanliness; fastidious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",1,1,3 ], "smoothly or competently done; efficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",1,1,4 ], "pat or slick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",1,1,5 ], "(of alcoholic drinks, etc|) without added water, lemonade, etc|; undiluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",1,1,6 ], "a less common word for net ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",1,1,7 ], "good; pleasing; admirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat",2,1,1 ], "a domestic bovine animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat's-foot oil",1,1,1 ], "a yellow fixed oil obtained by boiling the feet and shinbones of cattle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neat's-foot oil",1,1,1 ], "used esp| to dress leather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neaten",1,1,1 ], "to make neat tidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neath",1,1,1 ], "short for beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neb",1,1,1 ], "the peak of a cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neb",1,1,2 ], "the beak of a bird or the nose or snout of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neb",1,1,3 ], "a person's mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neb",1,1,4 ], "the projecting part or end of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebula",1,1,1 ], "a diffuse cloud of particles and gases (mainly hydrogen) that is visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebula",1,1,1 ], "either as a hazy patch of light or an irregular dark region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nebula",1,1,1,1 ], "opacity of the cornea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebula",1,1,1,2 ], "cloudiness of the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebula",1,1,2 ], "any substance for use in an atomizer spray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebular hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the solar system evolved from nebular matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebulize",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a liquid) into a mist or fine spray atomize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebulosity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being nebulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebulosity",1,1,2 ], "a nebula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebulous",1,1,1 ], "lacking definite form, shape, or content; vague or amorphous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebulous",1,1,2 ], "of, characteristic of, or resembling a nebula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nebulous",1,1,3 ], "misty or hazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessaries",1,1,1 ], "what is needed, esp| money or provisions for a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessaries",1,1,2 ], "condition of life to which he or she is accustomed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necessaries",1,1,2 ], "food, clothing, etc|, essential for the maintenance of a dependant in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessarily",1,1,1 ], "as an inevitable or natural consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessarily",1,1,2 ], "as a certainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,1 ], "needed to achieve a certain desired effect or result; required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,2 ], "resulting from necessity; inevitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a proposition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,3 ], "inevitably determined as true or false by the meaning of the words or by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,3 ], "natural law, so that a denial would be a contradiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,3,2 ], "(of an inference) always yielding a true conclusion if the premisses are true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,3,3 ], "(of a condition) required to be fulfilled to assure the truth of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,3,3 ], "proposition, event, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necessary",1,1,4 ], "compelled, as by necessity or law; not free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessitarianism",1,1,1 ], "be willed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necessitarianism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that human actions and choices are causally determined and cannot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessitate",1,1,1 ], "to cause as an unavoidable and necessary result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessitate",1,1,2 ], "to compel or require (someone to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessitous",1,1,1 ], "very needy; destitute; poverty-stricken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,1 ], "something needed for a desired result; prerequisite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,2 ], "a condition or set of circumstances, such as physical laws or social rules," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,2 ], "that inevitably requires a certain result" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being obligatory or unavoidable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,4 ], "urgent requirement, as in an emergency or misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,5 ], "poverty or want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,6 ], "compulsion through laws of nature; fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,6,1 ], "a condition, principle, or conclusion that cannot be otherwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,6,2 ], "the constraining force of physical determinants on all aspects of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necessity",1,1,7 ], "of necessity| inevitably; necessarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,1 ], "the part of an organism connecting the head with the rest of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,10 ], "the length of a horse's head and neck taken as an approximate distance by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,10 ], "which one horse beats another in a race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,11 ], "a short distance, amount, or margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,12 ], "the capital, esp| as used in the Tuscan order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,12 ], "the narrow band at the top of the shaft of a column between the necking and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,13 ], "another name for beard (on printer's type)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,14 ], "break one's neck| Informal| to exert oneself greatly, esp| by hurrying, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,14 ], "order to do something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,15 ], "get it in the neck| Informal| to be reprimanded or punished severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,16 ], "neck and neck| absolutely level or even in a race or competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,17 ], "neck of the woods| Informal| area or locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,18 ], "neck or nothing| whatever the risk; at any cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,19 ], "risk one's neck| to take a great risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,2 ], "the part of a garment around or nearest the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,20 ], "save one's or someone's neck| Informal| to escape from or help someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,20 ], "to escape from a difficult or dangerous situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,21 ], "by speaking one's mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,21 ], "stick one's neck out| Informal| to risk criticism, ridicule, failure, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,22 ], "up to one's neck (in)| deeply involved (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a neck in shape or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,4 ], "a constricted portion of an organ or part, such as the cervix of the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,5 ], "a narrow or elongated projecting strip of land; a peninsula or isthmus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,6 ], "a strait or channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,7 ], "pegs and supports the fingerboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,7 ], "the part of a violin, cello, etc|, that extends from the body to the tuning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,8 ], "a solid block of lava from the opening of an extinct volcano, exposed after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,8 ], "erosion of the surrounding rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,1,9 ], "the upper, usually tubular, part of the archegonium of mosses, ferns, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neck",1,2,1 ], "to kiss, embrace, or fondle (someone or one another) passionately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neckband",1,1,1 ], "a band around the neck of a garment as finishing, decoration, or a base for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neckband",1,1,1 ], "collar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neckcloth",1,1,1 ], "a large ornamental usually white cravat worn formerly by men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neckerchief",1,1,1 ], "a piece of ornamental cloth, often square, worn around the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necking",1,1,1 ], "the activity of kissing and embracing lovingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necking",1,1,2 ], "capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necking",1,1,2 ], "one or more mouldings at the top of a column between the shaft and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necklace",1,1,1 ], "a chain, band, or cord, often bearing beads, pearls, jewels, etc|, worn around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necklace",1,1,1 ], "the neck as an ornament, esp| by women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neckline",1,1,1 ], "the shape or position of the upper edge of a dress, blouse, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neckpiece",1,1,1 ], "a piece of fur, cloth, etc|, worn around the neck or neckline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necktie",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for tie ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neckwear",1,1,1 ], "articles of clothing, such as ties, scarves, etc|, worn around the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating death, a dead body, or dead tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrobiosis",1,1,1 ], "the normal degeneration and death of cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrolatry",1,1,1 ], "the worship of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrology",1,1,1 ], "a list of people recently dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrology",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for obituary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necromancy",1,1,1 ], "obtain from them knowledge of the future" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necromancy",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of supposedly conjuring up the dead, esp| in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necromancy",1,1,2 ], "black magic; sorcery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necromania",1,1,1 ], "another word for necrophilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrophilia",1,1,1 ], "sexual attraction for or sexual intercourse with dead bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrophilism",1,1,1 ], "another word for necrophilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrophilism",1,1,2 ], "a strong desire to be dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrophobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal fear of death or dead bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necropolis",1,1,1 ], "a burial site or cemetery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necropsy",1,1,1 ], "another name for autopsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrose",1,1,1 ], "to cause or undergo necrosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrosis",1,1,1 ], "as from an interruption of the blood supply to that part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "necrosis",1,1,1 ], "the death of one or more cells in the body, usually within a localized area," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrosis",1,1,2 ], "death of plant tissue due to disease, frost, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrotomy",1,1,1 ], "dissection of a dead body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "necrotomy",1,1,2 ], "surgical excision of dead tissue from a living organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectar",1,1,1 ], "a sugary fluid produced in the nectaries of flowers and collected by bees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectar",1,1,1 ], "other insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nectar",1,1,2 ], "the drink of the gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectar",1,1,3 ], "any delicious drink, esp| a sweet one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectar",1,1,4 ], "something very pleasant or welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectar",1,1,4,1 ], "the undiluted juice of a fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectar",1,1,4,2 ], "a mixture of fruit juices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectarine",1,1,1 ], "a variety of peach tree, Prunus persica nectarina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectarine",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which has a smooth skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectary",1,1,1 ], "any of various glandular structures secreting nectar that occur in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nectary",1,1,1 ], "flowers, leaves, stipules, etc|, of a plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nectary",1,1,2 ], "any of the abdominal tubes in aphids through which honeydew is secreted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neddy",1,1,1 ], "a child's word for a donkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,1,1 ], "to be in want of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,2,1 ], "to require or be required of necessity (to be or do something); be obliged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,2,2 ], "(takes an infinitive without to) used as an auxiliary in negative and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,2,2 ], "he, she, it, and singular nouns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,2,2 ], "interrogative sentences to express necessity or obligation and does not add -s when used with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,2,3 ], "to be essential or necessary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,3,1 ], "the fact or an instance of feeling the lack of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,3,2 ], "a requirement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,3,3 ], "necessity or obligation resulting from some situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,3,4 ], "distress or extremity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "need",1,3,5 ], "extreme poverty or destitution; penury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needful",1,1,1 ], "necessary; needed; required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needful",1,1,2 ], "needy; poverty-stricken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neediness",1,1,1 ], "the state of being needy; poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle bush",1,1,1 ], "a small Australian tree, Hakea leucoptera, having needle-shaped leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle bush",1,1,1 ], "soft wood used for veneers: family Proteaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle time",1,1,1 ], "from records" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle time",1,1,1 ], "the limited time allocated by a radio channel to the broadcasting of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle valve",1,1,1 ], "a valve with a needle-like part that can be moved to control the flow of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle valve",1,1,1 ], "fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,1 ], "a pointed slender piece of metal, usually steel, with a hole or eye in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,1 ], "through which thread is passed for sewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,10 ], "a sharp pointed metal instrument used in engraving and etching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,11 ], "anything long and pointed, such as an obelisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,12 ], "a short horizontal beam passed through a wall and supported on vertical posts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,12 ], "to take the load of the upper part of the wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,12,1 ], "anger or intense rivalry, esp| in a sporting encounter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,12,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,13 ], "annoyance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,13 ], "have or get the needle Brit| slang| to feel dislike, distaste, nervousness, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,14 ], "(for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,2 ], "a somewhat larger rod with a point at one or each end, used in knitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,3 ], "a similar instrument with a hook at one end for crocheting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,3,1 ], "another name for stylus ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,3,1 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,3,1 ], "the long hollow pointed part of a hypodermic syringe, which is inserted into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,3,2 ], "a small thin pointed device, esp| one made of stainless steel, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,3,2 ], "an informal name for hypodermic syringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,3,2 ], "transmit the vibrations from a gramophone record to the pickup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,4 ], "a pointed steel instrument, often curved, for suturing, puncturing, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,4 ], "ligating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,5 ], "a long narrow stiff leaf in which water loss is greatly reduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,6 ], "any slender sharp spine, such as the spine of a sea urchin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,7 ], "any slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,7 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,8 ], "short for magnetic needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,1,9 ], "a crystal resembling a needle in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,2,1 ], "to goad or provoke, as by constant criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,3,1 ], "to sew, embroider, or prick (fabric) with a needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,4,1 ], "to increase the alcoholic strength of (beer or other beverages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needle",1,5,1 ], "(of a substance) to form needle-shaped crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlecord",1,1,1 ], "a corduroy fabric with narrow ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlecraft",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of needlework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlefish",1,1,1 ], "any ferocious teleost fish of the family Belonidae of warm and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlefish",1,1,1 ], "regions, having an elongated body and long toothed jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needlefish",1,1,2 ], "another name for pipefish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needleful",1,1,1 ], "a length of thread, etc|, cut for use in a needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlepoint",1,1,1 ], "embroidery done on canvas with the same stitch throughout so as to resemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlepoint",1,1,1 ], "tapestry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "needlepoint",1,1,2 ], "another name for point lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needless",1,1,1 ], "not required or desired; unnecessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlewoman",1,1,1 ], "a woman who does needlework; seamstress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlework",1,1,1 ], "work done with a needle, esp| sewing and embroidery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needlework",1,1,2 ], "the result of such work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needs",1,1,1 ], "(preceded or foll| by must) of necessity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needy",1,1,1 ], "needier, neediest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needy",1,1,1,1 ], "in need; poverty-stricken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "needy",1,1,1,2 ], "the needy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neep",1,1,1 ], "a dialect name for a turnip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nefarious",1,1,1 ], "evil; wicked; sinful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negate",1,1,1 ], "to make ineffective or void; nullify; invalidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negate",1,1,2 ], "to deny or contradict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negation",1,1,1 ], "the opposite or absence of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negation",1,1,2 ], "a negative thing or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negation",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of negating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negation",1,1,4 ], "a proposition that is the denial of another proposition and is true only if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negation",1,1,4 ], "original proposition and -, , and -p symbolize not" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "negation",1,1,4 ], "the original proposition is false| Usually written: -p, p, or -p, where p is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negation",1,1,5 ], "another name for inversion ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative feedback",1,1,1 ], "system to the input" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative feedback",1,1,1 ], "the return of a proportion of the output of a mechanical, electronic, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative hallucination",1,1,1 ], "an apparent abnormal inability to perceive an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative polarity",1,1,1 ], "context" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "negative polarity",1,1,1 ], "normally only be used in a semantically or syntactically negative or interrogative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative polarity",1,1,1 ], "the grammatical character of a word or phrase, such as ever or any, that may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative resistance",1,1,1 ], "a characteristic of certain electronic components in which an increase in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative resistance",1,1,1 ], "applied voltage increases the resistance, producing a proportional decrease in current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative sign",1,1,1 ], "sign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative sign",1,1,1 ], "the symbol (-) used to indicate a negative quantity or a subtraction; minus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative tax",1,1,1 ], "a payment by the State to a person with a low income, the magnitude of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative tax",1,1,1 ], "payment increasing as the income decreases| It is regarded as a form of social welfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,1 ], "expressing or meaning a refusal or denial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,10 ], "of or relating to a photographic negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,11 ], "(of a proposition) denying the truth of the predicate, as in the proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,12 ], "no man is immortal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,13 ], "classifications, which are thought to be associated with a receptive passive nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,13 ], "of, relating to, or governed by the signs of the zodiac of the earth and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,14 ], "short for Rh negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,2 ], "lacking positive or affirmative qualities, such as enthusiasm, interest, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,2 ], "optimism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,3 ], "showing or tending towards opposition or resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,3,1 ], "measured in a direction opposite to that regarded as positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,3,2 ], "having the same magnitude but opposite sense to an equivalent positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,3,2 ], "quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,4 ], "indicating movement or growth away from a particular stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,5 ], "(of the results of a diagnostic test) indicating absence of the disease or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,5 ], "condition for which the test was made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,6 ], "another word for minus (senses 3b, 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,6,1 ], "(of an electric charge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,7 ], "having the same polarity as the charge of an electron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,7,2 ], "(of a body, system, ion, etc|) having a negative electric charge having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,7,2 ], "excess of electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,7,3 ], "(of a point in an electric circuit) having a lower electrical potential than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,7,3 ], "some other point with an assigned zero potential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,8 ], "short for electronegative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,1,9 ], "(of a lens) capable of causing divergence of a parallel beam of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,1 ], "a statement or act of denial, refusal, or negation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,10 ], "(esp| in military communications) a signal codeword for no ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,2 ], "a negative person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,3 ], "a piece of photographic film or a plate, previously exposed and developed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,3 ], "colour photography the image is in complementary colours to the subject so that blue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,3 ], "showing an image that, in black-and-white photography, has a reversal of tones| In" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,3 ], "sky appears yellow, green grass appears purple, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,4 ], "a negative object, such as a terminal or a plate in a voltaic cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,5 ], "a sentence or other linguistic element with a negative meaning, as the English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,5 ], "word not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,6 ], "a quantity less than zero or a quantity to be subtracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,7 ], "a proposition that denies the truth of the predicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,8 ], "the right of veto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,2,9 ], "in the negative| indicating denial or refusal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,3,1 ], "to deny or nullify; negate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,3,2 ], "to show to be false; disprove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative",1,3,3 ], "to refuse consent to or approval of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative-raising",1,1,1 ], "a rule that moves a negative element out of the complement clause of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negative-raising",1,1,1 ], "that he'll finish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "negative-raising",1,1,1 ], "verbs, such as think, into the main clause, as in the derivation of He doesn't think" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negativism",1,1,1 ], "a tendency to be or a state of being unconstructively critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negativism",1,1,2 ], "any sceptical or derisive system of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negativism",1,1,3 ], "opposite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negativism",1,1,3 ], "refusal to do what is expected or suggested or the tendency to do the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negator",1,1,1 ], "another name for NOT circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negatron",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for electron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neglect",1,1,1 ], "to fail to give due care, attention, or time to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neglect",1,1,2 ], "to fail (to do something) through thoughtlessness or carelessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neglect",1,1,3 ], "to ignore or disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neglect",1,2,1 ], "lack of due care or attention; negligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neglect",1,2,2 ], "the act or an instance of neglecting or the state of being neglected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neglectful",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by of) not giving due care and attention (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neglectful",1,1,1 ], "careless heedless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negligee",1,1,1 ], "a woman's light dressing gown, esp| one that is lace-trimmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negligee",1,1,2 ], "any informal attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negligence",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being negligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negligence",1,1,2 ], "a negligent act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negligence",1,1,3 ], "a civil wrong whereby the defendant is in breach of a legal duty, resulting in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negligence",1,1,3 ], "injury to the plaintiff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negligent",1,1,1 ], "habitually neglecting duties, responsibilities, etc|; lacking attention, care," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negligent",1,1,1 ], "or concern; neglectful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negligent",1,1,2 ], "careless or nonchalant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negligible",1,1,1 ], "so small, unimportant, etc|, as to be not worth considering; insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiable",1,1,1 ], "able to be negotiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiable",1,1,2 ], "(of a bill of exchange, promissory note, etc|) legally transferable in title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiable",1,1,2 ], "from one party to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negotiant",1,1,1 ], "a person, nation, organization, etc| involved in a negotiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiate",1,1,1 ], "to work or talk (with others) to achieve (a transaction, an agreement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiate",1,2,1 ], "to succeed in passing through, around, or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiate",1,3,1,1 ], "return for value received" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "negotiate",1,3,1,1 ], "to transfer (a negotiable commercial paper) by endorsement to another in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiate",1,3,1,2 ], "to sell (financial assets)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiate",1,3,1,3 ], "to arrange for (a loan)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiation",1,1,1 ], "a discussion set up or intended to produce a settlement or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negotiation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of negotiating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negritude",1,1,1 ], "the fact of being a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negritude",1,1,2 ], "awareness and cultivation of the Negro heritage, values, and culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "negus",1,1,1 ], "a hot drink of port and lemon juice, usually spiced and sweetened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neg|",1,1,1 ], "negative(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neigh",1,1,1 ], "the high-pitched cry of a horse; whinny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neigh",1,2,1 ], "to make a neigh or a similar noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neigh",1,3,1 ], "to utter with a sound like a neigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbour",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives near or next to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbour",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or thing near or next to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbour",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbour",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on) to be or live close (to a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourhood",1,1,1 ], "the immediate environment; surroundings; vicinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourhood",1,1,2 ], "a district where people live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourhood",1,1,3 ], "the people in a particular area; neighbours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourhood",1,1,4 ], "neighbourly feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourhood",1,1,5 ], "in the neighbourhood of| approximately (a given number)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourhood",1,1,6 ], "specified value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourhood",1,1,6 ], "the set of all points whose distance from a given point is less than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neighbourly",1,1,1 ], "kind, friendly, or sociable, as befits a neighbour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neither",1,1,1,1 ], "not one nor the other (of two); not either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neither",1,1,1,2 ], "neither can win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neither",1,2,1,1 ], "(used preceding alternatives joined by nor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neither",1,2,2 ], "not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neither",1,2,2,2 ], "another word for nor ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neither",1,3,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neither",1,3,2 ], "another word for either ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nek",1,1,1 ], "a mountain pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nekton",1,1,1 ], "sea or lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nekton",1,1,1 ], "the population of free-swimming animals that inhabits the middle depths of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nelly",1,1,1 ], "not under any circumstances; certainly not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nelson",1,1,1 ], "any wrestling hold in which a wrestler places his arm or arms under his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nelson",1,1,1 ], "opponent's arm or arms from behind and exerts pressure with his palms on the back of his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nelson",1,1,1 ], "opponent's neck" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nelumbo",1,1,1 ], "either of the two aquatic plants of the genus Nelumbo: family Nelumbonaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nemathelminth",1,1,1 ], "any unsegmented worm of the group Nemathelminthes, including the nematodes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nemathelminth",1,1,1 ], "nematomorphs, and acanthocephalans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nematic",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) existing in or having a mesomorphic state in which a linear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nematic",1,1,1 ], "orientation of the molecules causes anisotropic properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nemato-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a threadlike form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nematocyst",1,1,1 ], "a structure in coelenterates, such as jellyfish, consisting of a capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nematocyst",1,1,1 ], "containing a hollow coiled thread that can be everted to sting or paralyse prey and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nematocyst",1,1,1 ], "enemies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nematode",1,1,1 ], "any unsegmented worm of the phylum (or class)Nematoda, having a tough outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nematode",1,1,1 ], "cuticle| The group includes free-living forms and disease-causing parasites, such as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nematode",1,1,1 ], "hookworm and filaria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nemertean",1,1,1 ], "(or Nemertina), having an eversible threadlike proboscis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nemertean",1,1,1 ], "any soft flattened ribbon-like marine worm of the phylum (or class)Nemertea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nemertean",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Nemertea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nemesia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the southern African scrophulariaceous genus Nemesia: cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nemesia",1,1,1 ], "for their brightly coloured (often reddish) flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nem| con|",1,1,1 ], "nemine contradicente" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nene",1,1,1 ], "a rare black-and-grey short-winged Hawaiian goose, Branta sandvicensis, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nene",1,1,1 ], "partly webbed feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neo-",1,1,1 ], "new, recent, or a new or modern form or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neo-",1,1,2 ], "the most recent subdivision of a geological period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neo-orthodoxy",1,1,1 ], "a movement in 20th-century Protestantism, reasserting certain older" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neo-orthodoxy",1,1,1 ], "traditional Christian doctrines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neoanthropic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling modern man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoarsphenamine",1,1,1 ], "a derivative of arsenic used in treating syphilis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoclassicism",1,1,1 ], "a late 18th- and early 19th-century style in architecture, decorative art, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoclassicism",1,1,1 ], "fine art, based on the imitation of surviving classical models and types" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neoclassicism",1,1,2 ], "a movement of the 1920s, involving Hindemith, Stravinsky, etc|, that sought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoclassicism",1,1,2 ], "avoid the emotionalism of late romantic music by reviving the use of counterpoint," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neoclassicism",1,1,2 ], "forms such as the classical suite, and small instrumental ensembles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neocolonialism",1,1,1 ], "(in the modern world) political control by an outside power of a country that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neocolonialism",1,1,1 ], "economy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neocolonialism",1,1,1 ], "is in theory sovereign and independent, esp| through the domination of its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neodymium",1,1,1 ], "144|24; valency: 3; relative density: 6|80 and 7|00 (depending on allotrope); melting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neodymium",1,1,1 ], "a toxic silvery-white metallic element of the lanthanide series, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neodymium",1,1,1 ], "principally in monazite: used in colouring glass| Symbol: Nd; atomic no|: 60; atomic wt|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neodymium",1,1,1 ], "pt|: 1024 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3127 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "neoimpressionism",1,1,1 ], "a movement in French painting initiated mainly by Seurat in the 1880s and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoimpressionism",1,1,1 ], "combining his vivid colour technique with strictly formal composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neolith",1,1,1 ], "a Neolithic stone implement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neologism",1,1,1 ], "a newly coined word, or a phrase or familiar word used in a new sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neologism",1,1,2 ], "the practice of using or introducing neologisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neologism",1,1,3 ], "a body of new ideas, esp| in theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neologize",1,1,1 ], "to invent or use neologisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neomycin",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C12H26N4O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neomycin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic obtained from the bacterium Streptomyces fradiae, administered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neomycin",1,1,1 ], "locally in the treatment of skin and eye infections or orally for bowel infections|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neon lamp",1,1,1 ], "a glass bulb or tube containing neon at low pressure that gives a pink or red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neon lamp",1,1,1 ], "glow when a voltage is applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neon",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless rare gaseous element, an inert gas occurring in trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neon",1,1,1 ], "amounts in the atmosphere: used in illuminated signs and lights| Symbol: Ne; atomic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neon",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: -246|05 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "neon",1,1,1 ], "no|: 10; atomic wt|: 20|179; density: 0|8999 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -248|67 degrees C;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neon",1,1,2 ], "of or illuminated by neon or neon lamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neonate",1,1,1 ], "a newborn child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neophyte",1,1,1 ], "a person newly converted to a religious faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neophyte",1,1,2 ], "a novice in a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neophyte",1,1,3 ], "a novice or beginner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoplasm",1,1,1 ], "any abnormal new growth of tissue; tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoplasticism",1,1,1 ], "black, white, grey, and primary colours" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neoplasticism",1,1,1 ], "movement, characterized by the use of horizontal and vertical lines and planes and by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neoplasticism",1,1,1 ], "the style of abstract painting evolved by Mondrian and the Dutch de Stijl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoplasty",1,1,1 ], "structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neoplasty",1,1,1 ], "the surgical formation of new tissue structures or repair of damaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoprene",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic rubber obtained by the polymerization of chloroprene| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoprene",1,1,1 ], "paints, and adhesives" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neoprene",1,1,1 ], "resistant to oil and ageing and is used in waterproof products, such as diving suits," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neoteny",1,1,1 ], "example, the adult axolotl, a salamander, retains larval external gills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neoteny",1,1,1 ], "the persistence of larval features in the adult form of an animal| For" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoteric",1,1,1 ], "belonging to a new fashion or trend; modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neoteric",1,2,1 ], "a new writer or philosopher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neotype",1,1,1 ], "a specimen selected to replace a type specimen that has been lost or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neotype",1,1,1 ], "destroyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nepenthe",1,1,1 ], "a drug, or the plant providing it, that ancient writers referred to as a means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nepenthe",1,1,1 ], "of forgetting grief or trouble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nepenthe",1,1,2 ], "anything that produces sleep, forgetfulness, or pleasurable dreaminess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neper",1,1,1 ], "N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neper",1,1,1 ], "a unit expressing the ratio of two quantities, esp| amplitudes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neper",1,1,1 ], "telecommunications, equal to the natural logarithm of the ratio of the two quantities| Symbol: Np," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nepheline",1,1,1 ], "(Na,K)(AlSi)2O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nepheline",1,1,1 ], "a whitish mineral consisting of sodium potassium aluminium silicate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nepheline",1,1,1 ], "hexagonal crystalline form: used in the manufacture of glass and ceramics| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nephelinite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained basic laval rock consisting of pyroxene and nepheline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephelometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the size or density of particles suspended in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephelometer",1,1,1 ], "fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nephew",1,1,1 ], "a son of one's sister or brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephogram",1,1,1 ], "a photograph of a cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for photographing clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephology",1,1,1 ], "the study of clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the altitude, velocity, and direction of movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephoscope",1,1,1 ], "of clouds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nephralgia",1,1,1 ], "pain in a kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephrectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of a kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephridium",1,1,1 ], "a simple excretory organ of many invertebrates, consisting of a tube through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephridium",1,1,1 ], "which waste products pass to the exterior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nephrite",1,1,1 ], "a tough fibrous amphibole mineral: a variety of jade consisting of calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephrite",1,1,1 ], "magnesium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form| Formula: Ca2Mg5Si8O22(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nephritic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the kidneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephritic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or affected with nephritis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephro-",1,1,1 ], "kidney or kidneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephron",1,1,1 ], "any of the minute urine-secreting tubules that form the functional unit of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephron",1,1,1 ], "kidneys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nephrosis",1,1,1 ], "any noninflammatory degenerative kidney disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nephrotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into a kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nepit",1,1,1 ], "another word for nit ,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nepotism",1,1,1 ], "favouritism shown to relatives or close friends by those with power or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nepotism",1,1,1 ], "influence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neptunium series",1,1,1 ], "Neptunium-237 is the longest-lived member of the series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neptunium series",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive series that starts with plutonium-241 and ends with bismuth-209|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neptunium",1,1,1 ], "a silvery metallic transuranic element synthesized in the production of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neptunium",1,1,1 ], "half-life of most stable isotope, '2'3'7Np: 2|14 X 10'6 years; valency: 3, 4, 5, or 6;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neptunium",1,1,1 ], "plutonium and occurring in trace amounts in uranium ores| Symbol: Np; atomic no|: 93;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neptunium",1,1,1 ], "relative density: 20|25; melting pt|: 640 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3902 degrees C (est|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "neral",1,1,1 ], "the trans- isomer of citral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nereis",1,1,1 ], "any polychaete worm of the genus Nereis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neritic",1,1,1 ], "of or formed in the region of shallow seas near a coastline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neroli oil",1,1,1 ], "Seville orange: used in perfumery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neroli oil",1,1,1 ], "a brown oil distilled from the flowers of various orange trees, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervate",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) having veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervation",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for venation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve cell",1,1,1 ], "another name for neuron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve centre",1,1,1 ], "a group of nerve cells associated with a specific function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve centre",1,1,2 ], "a principal source of control over any complex activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve fibre",1,1,1 ], "a threadlike extension of a nerve cell; axon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve gas",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in chemical warfare) any of various poisonous gases that have a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve gas",1,1,1 ], "paralysing effect on the central nervous system that can be fatal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nerve impulse",1,1,1 ], "stimulation of the nerve-cell body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nerve impulse",1,1,1 ], "the electrical wave transmitted along a nerve fibre, usually following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,1 ], "any of the cordlike bundles of fibres that conduct sensory or motor impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,1 ], "between the brain or spinal cord and another part of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,2 ], "courage, bravery, or steadfastness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,3 ], "act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,3 ], "lose one's nerve| to become timid, esp| failing to perform some audacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,4 ], "boldness or effrontery; impudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,5 ], "muscle or sinew (often in the phrase strain every nerve)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,6 ], "a large vein in a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,1,7 ], "any of the veins of an insect's wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,2,1 ], "to give courage to (oneself); steel (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve",1,2,2 ], "to provide with nerve or nerves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerve-racking",1,1,1 ], "very distressing, exhausting, or harrowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerveless",1,1,1 ], "calm and collected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerveless",1,1,2 ], "listless or feeble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerves",1,1,1 ], "the imagined source of emotional control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerves",1,1,2 ], "anxiety, tension, or imbalance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerves",1,1,3 ], "bundle of nerves| Informal| a very nervous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerves",1,1,4 ], "get on one's nerves| to irritate, annoy, or upset one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervine",1,1,1 ], "having a soothing or calming effect upon the nerves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervine",1,2,1 ], "a nervine drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nerving",1,1,1 ], "disabling inflammation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nerving",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of part of a nerve trunk, usually because of chronic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervous breakdown",1,1,1 ], "a psychiatric illness characterized by irritability, depression, fatigue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervous breakdown",1,1,1 ], "insomnia, and nonspecific or ill-defined physical complaints|Former name: neurasthenia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nervous system",1,1,1 ], "of sponges, consisting of a network of nerve cells (see neuron)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nervous system",1,1,1 ], "the sensory and control apparatus of all multicellular animals above the level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervous",1,1,1 ], "very excitable or sensitive; highly strung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervous",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by of) apprehensive or worried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervous",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or containing nerves; neural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervous",1,1,4 ], "affecting the nerves or nervous tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervous",1,1,5 ], "active, vigorous, or forceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervure",1,1,1 ], "any of the stiff chitinous rods that form the supporting framework of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervure",1,1,1 ], "insect's wing; vein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nervure",1,1,2 ], "any of the veins or ribs of a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervy",1,1,1 ], "nervier, nerviest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervy",1,1,2 ], "tense or apprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervy",1,1,3 ], "having or needing bravery or endurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervy",1,1,4 ], "brash or cheeky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nervy",1,1,5 ], "muscular; sinewy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nescience",1,1,1 ], "a formal or literary word for ignorance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nescience",1,1,2 ], "lack of religious belief; agnosticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nesh",1,1,1 ], "sensitive to the cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nesh",1,1,2 ], "timid or cowardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ness",1,1,1 ], "a promontory or headland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ness",1,1,1,2 ], "Orford Ness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nesselrode",1,1,1 ], "a rich frozen pudding, made of chestnuts, eggs, cream, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest egg",1,1,1 ], "a fund of money kept in reserve; savings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest egg",1,1,2 ], "a natural or artificial egg left in a nest to induce hens to lay their eggs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest egg",1,1,2 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,1 ], "a place or structure in which birds, fishes, insects, reptiles, mice, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,1 ], "lay eggs or give birth to young" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,2 ], "a number of animals of the same species and their young occupying a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,2 ], "habitat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,3 ], "a place fostering something undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,4 ], "the people in such a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,5 ], "a cosy or secluded place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,6 ], "a set of things, usually of graduated sizes, designed to fit together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,1,7 ], "a weapon emplacement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,2,1 ], "to make or inhabit a nest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,3,1 ], "to hunt for birds' nests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nest",1,4,1 ], "to place in a nest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nestle",1,1,1 ], "to snuggle, settle, or cuddle closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nestle",1,2,1 ], "to be in a sheltered or protected position; lie snugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nestle",1,3,1 ], "to shelter or place snugly or partly concealed, as in a nest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nestling",1,1,1,1 ], "a young bird not yet fledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nestling",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nestling",1,1,2 ], "any young person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "net domestic product",1,1,1 ], "goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "net domestic product",1,1,1 ], "the gross domestic product minus an allowance for the depreciation of capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "net national product",1,1,1 ], "goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "net national product",1,1,1 ], "gross national product minus an allowance for the depreciation of capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "net profit",1,1,1 ], "gross profit minus all operating costs not included in the calculation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "net profit",1,1,1 ], "gross profit, esp| wages, overheads, and depreciation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "net ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 1],"an openwork fabric of string, rope, wire, etc|; mesh",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a thin light mesh fabric of cotton, nylon, or other fibre, used for curtains,",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"dresses, etc",2). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 2],"a device made of net, used to protect or enclose things or to trap animals",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a strip of net that divides the playing area into two equal parts",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"a shot that hits the net, whether or not it goes over",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 3],"a plan, strategy, etc|, intended to trap or ensnare",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a pitch surrounded by netting, used for practice",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"a practice session in a net",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 4],"the goal in soccer, hockey, etc",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 1, 5],"another word for ,network ,1,2",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 2, 1],"to catch with or as if with a net; ensnare",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 2, 2],"to shelter or surround with a net",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 2, 3],"Tennis, badminton, etc",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 2, 4],"to hit a shot into the net",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,1, 2, 5],"to make a net out of (rope, string, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,2, 1, 1],"remaining after all deductions, as for taxes, expenses, losses, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,2, 1, 2],"(of weight) after deducting tare",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,2, 1, 3],"ultimate; final; conclusive (esp| in the phrase net result)",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,2, 2, 1],"net income, profits, weight, etc",1). c_DEF([ "net" ,2, 3, 1],"(tr|) to yield or earn as clear profit",1). c_DEF([ "netball",1,1,1 ], "a team game similar to basketball played mainly by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nether world",1,1,1 ], "the world after death; the underworld" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nether world",1,1,2 ], "hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nether",1,1,1 ], "placed or situated below, beneath, or underground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nethermost",1,1,1 ], "the| farthest down; lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "netsuke",1,1,1 ], "(in Japan) a carved toggle, esp| of wood or ivory, originally used to tether a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "netsuke",1,1,1 ], "medicine box worn dangling from the waist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nett",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of net " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "netting",1,1,1 ], "any netted fabric or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettle rash",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for urticaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,1,1 ], "any weedy plant of the temperate urticaceous genus Urtica, such as U| dioica ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,1,1 ], "having serrated leaves with stinging hairs and greenish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,1,2 ], "any of various other urticaceous plants with stinging hairs or spines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,1,3 ], "any of various plants that resemble urticaceous nettles, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,1,3 ], "dead-nettle, hemp nettle, and horse nettle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,1,4 ], "grasp the nettle| to attempt or approach something with boldness and courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,2,1 ], "to bother; irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettle",1,2,2 ], "to sting as a nettle does" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nettlesome",1,1,1 ], "causing or susceptible to irritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "netty",1,1,1 ], "a lavatory, originally an earth closet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "network",1,1,1 ], "an interconnected group or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "network",1,1,2 ], "a system of intersecting lines, roads, veins, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "network",1,1,3 ], "another name for net ,1,1 or netting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "network",1,1,4 ], "a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "network",1,1,4 ], "simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "network",1,1,5 ], "a system of interconnected components or circuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neume",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of notational symbols used before the 14th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neural",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a nerve or the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuralgia",1,1,1 ], "severe spasmodic pain along the course of one or more nerves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurasthenia",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete technical term for nervous breakdown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurectomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical removal of a nerve segment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurilemma",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of neurolemma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuritis",1,1,1 ], "function in the affected part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neuritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a nerve or nerves, often accompanied by pain and loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a nerve or the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuroblast",1,1,1 ], "an embryonic nerve cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurocoele",1,1,1 ], "a cavity in the embryonic brain and spinal cord that develops into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurocoele",1,1,1 ], "ventricles and central canal respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neurofibril",1,1,1 ], "any of the delicate threads within the body of a nerve cell that extend into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurofibril",1,1,1 ], "the axon and dendrites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neurogenic",1,1,1 ], "originating in or stimulated by the nervous system or nerve impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuroglia",1,1,1 ], "the delicate web of connective tissue that surrounds and supports nerve cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurogram",1,1,1 ], "another word for engram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurohypophysis",1,1,1 ], "the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurolemma",1,1,1 ], "the thin membrane that forms a sheath around nerve fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurol|",1,1,1 ], "neurology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuroma",1,1,1 ], "any tumour composed of nerve tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuromuscular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting nerves and muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuron",1,1,1 ], "a cell specialized to conduct nerve impulses: consists of a cell body, axon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuron",1,1,1 ], "and dendrites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neuropath",1,1,1 ], "a person suffering from or predisposed to a disorder of the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuropathology",1,1,1 ], "the study of diseases of the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuropathy",1,1,1 ], "any disease of the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurophysiology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the functions of the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuropsychiatry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with neurological and mental disorders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuropteran",1,1,1 ], "any neuropterous insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuropterous",1,1,1 ], "and antlions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neuropterous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Neuroptera, an order of insects having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuropterous",1,1,1 ], "two pairs of large much-veined wings and biting mouthparts: includes the lacewings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neurosis",1,1,1 ], "a relatively mild mental disorder, characterized by symptoms such as hysteria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurosis",1,1,1 ], "anxiety, or obsessive behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neurosurgery",1,1,1 ], "the branch of surgery concerned with the nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurotic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or afflicted by neurosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurotic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is afflicted with a neurosis or who tends to be emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurotic",1,2,1 ], "unstable or unusually anxious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neuroticism",1,1,1 ], "a personality trait characterized by instability, anxiety, aggression, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurotomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical cutting of a nerve, esp| to relieve intractable pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neurovascular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting both the nerves and the blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting or belonging to a gender of nouns which for the most part have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,1,1,1 ], "inanimate referents or do not specify the sex of their referents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,1,1,2 ], "German Madchenis a neuter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,1,2 ], "(of animals and plants) having nonfunctional, underdeveloped, or absent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,1,2 ], "reproductive organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,1,3 ], "sexless or giving no indication of sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,2,1 ], "a sexually underdeveloped female insect, such as a worker bee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,2,2 ], "a castrated animal, esp| a domestic animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,2,3 ], "a flower in which the stamens and pistil are absent or nonfunctional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neuter",1,3,1 ], "to castrate (an animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral spirits",1,1,1 ], "ethanol of more than 190 degrees proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,1 ], "not siding with any party to a war or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,10 ], "(of a vowel) articulated with the tongue relaxed in mid-central position and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,10 ], "the lips midway between spread and rounded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,2 ], "of, belonging to, or appropriate to a neutral party, country, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,3 ], "of no distinctive quality, characteristics, or type; indifferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,4 ], "(of a colour such as white or black) having no hue; achromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,5 ], "(of a colour) dull, but harmonizing with most other colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,6 ], "a less common term for neuter ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,7 ], "neither acidic nor alkaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,8 ], "having zero charge or potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,1,9 ], "having no magnetism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,2,1 ], "a neutral person, nation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,2,2 ], "a citizen of a neutral state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,2,3 ], "disengaged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutral",1,2,3 ], "the position of the controls of a gearbox that leaves the transmission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutralism",1,1,1 ], "(in international affairs) the policy, practice, or attitude of neutrality," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutralism",1,1,1 ], "noninvolvement, or nonalignment with power blocs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutrality",1,1,1 ], "the state or character of being neutral, esp| in a dispute, contest, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutrality",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being chemically or electrically neutral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutralize",1,1,1 ], "nullify" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutralize",1,1,1 ], "to render or become ineffective or neutral by counteracting, mixing, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutralize",1,1,2 ], "to make or become electrically or chemically neutral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutralize",1,1,3 ], "international agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutralize",1,1,3 ], "to exclude (a country) from the sphere of warfare or alliances by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutralize",1,1,4 ], "to render (an army, etc|) incapable of further military action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutretto",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical uncharged particle having the same mass as an electron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutrino",1,1,1 ], "a stable leptonic neutral elementary particle with zero rest mass and spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutrino",1,1,1 ], "positrons in neutron decay and the other with positive muons in pion decay" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neutrino",1,1,1 ], "that travels at the speed of light| Two types exist, one being produced with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutron bomb",1,1,1 ], "a type of nuclear weapon designed to provide a high yield of neutrons but to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutron bomb",1,1,1 ], "cause little blast or long-lived radioactive contamination| The neutrons destroy all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutron bomb",1,1,1 ], "life in the target area" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neutron number",1,1,1 ], "the number of neutrons in the nucleus of an atom| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutron star",1,1,1 ], "a star that has collapsed under its own gravity| It is composed solely of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutron star",1,1,1 ], "excess of 10'7 kilograms per cubic metre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neutron star",1,1,1 ], "neutrons, has a mass of between 1|4 and about 3 times that of the sun, and a density in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutron",1,1,1 ], "a neutral elementary particle with a rest mass of 1|674,82 X 10'-'2'7 kilogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutron",1,1,1 ], "and spin ; classified as a baryon| In the nucleus of an atom it is stable but when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutron",1,1,1 ], "free it decays" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "neutrophil",1,1,1 ], "a leucocyte having a lobed nucleus and a fine granular cytoplasm, which stains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neutrophil",1,1,1 ], "with neutral dyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "neutrophil",1,2,1 ], "(of cells and tissues) readily stainable by neutral dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "neut|",1,1,1 ], "neuter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "never",1,2,1 ], "at no time; not ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "never",1,2,2 ], "certainly not; by no means; in no case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "never",1,3,1 ], "surely not!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "never-never",1,1,1 ], "the hire-purchase system of buying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "never-never",1,1,2 ], "remote desert country, as that of W Queensland and central Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "never-never",1,2,1 ], "imaginary; idyllic (esp| in the phrase never-never land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nevermore",1,1,1 ], "never again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nevertheless",1,1,1 ], "in spite of that; however; yet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nevus",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of naevus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new broom",1,1,1 ], "a person in a new job, etc|, eager to make changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new criticism",1,1,1 ], "an approach to literary criticism through close analysis of the text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new maths",1,1,1 ], "an approach to mathematics in which the basic principles of set theory are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new maths",1,1,1 ], "introduced at an elementary level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "new moon",1,1,1 ], "the moon when it appears as a narrow waxing crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new moon",1,1,2 ], "the time at which this occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new moon",1,1,3 ], "one of the four principal phases of the moon, occurring when it lies between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new moon",1,1,3 ], "the earth and the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "new planets",1,1,1 ], "recently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "new planets",1,1,1 ], "the outer planets Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, only discovered comparatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new town",1,1,1 ], "a town that has been planned and built by the government, esp| to accommodate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new town",1,1,1 ], "overspill population" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "new wave",1,1,1 ], "a movement in art, film-making, politics, etc|, that consciously breaks with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new wave",1,1,1 ], "traditional ideas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "new wool",1,1,1 ], "virgin wool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "new wool",1,1,1 ], "wool that is being processed or woven for the first time| Usual U|S| term:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,1,1 ], "recently made or brought into being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,1,2 ], "the new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,10 ], "(often foll| by to) unknown; novel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,11 ], "(of a cycle) beginning or occurring again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,12 ], "(of crops) harvested early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,13 ], "changed, esp| for the better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,14 ], "up-to-date; fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,15 ], "(prenominal) being the most recent, usually living, form of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,16 ], "turn over a new leaf| to reform; make a fresh start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,2 ], "of a kind never before existing; novel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,3 ], "having existed before but only recently discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,4 ], "markedly different from what was before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,5 ], "fresh and unused; not second-hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,6 ], "having just or recently become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,7 ], "(often foll| by to or at) recently introduced (to); inexperienced (in) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,7 ], "unaccustomed (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,8 ], "more or most recent of two or more things with the same name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,1,9 ], "fresh; additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,2,1 ], "recently, freshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new",1,2,2 ], "anew; again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "new-fashioned",1,1,1 ], "of or following a recent design, trend, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newborn",1,1,1,1 ], "recently or just born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newborn",1,1,1,2 ], "the newborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newborn",1,1,2 ], "(of hope, faith, etc|) reborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newcomer",1,1,1 ], "a person who has recently arrived or started to participate in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newel post",1,1,1 ], "handrail| Sometimes shortened to newel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "newel post",1,1,1 ], "the post at the top or bottom of a flight of stairs that supports the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newel",1,1,1 ], "the central pillar of a winding staircase, esp| one that is made of stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newfangled",1,1,1 ], "newly come into existence or fashion, esp| excessively modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newfangled",1,1,2 ], "excessively fond of new ideas, fashions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newish",1,1,1 ], "fairly new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newly",1,1,1 ], "recently; lately or just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newly",1,1,2 ], "again; afresh; anew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newly",1,1,3 ], "in a new manner; differently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newlywed",1,1,1 ], "a recently married person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newmarket",1,1,1 ], "19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "newmarket",1,1,1 ], "a double-breasted waisted coat with a full skirt worn, esp| for riding, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newmarket",1,1,2 ], "a simple gambling card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news agency",1,1,1 ], "an organization that collects news reports for newspapers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news vendor",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells newspapers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news",1,1,1 ], "current events; important or interesting recent happenings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news",1,1,2 ], "information about such events, as in the mass media" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news",1,1,2,1 ], "the| a presentation, such as a radio broadcast, of information of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news",1,1,2,2 ], "a newscaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news",1,1,3 ], "interesting or important information not previously known or realized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "news",1,1,4 ], "a person, fashion, etc|, widely reported in the mass media" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsagent",1,1,1 ], "a shopkeeper who sells newspapers, stationery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsboy" ,1, 1, 1],"a boy or girl who sells or delivers newspapers",1). c_DEF([ "newscast",1,1,1 ], "a radio or television broadcast of the news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newshawk",1,1,1 ], "a newspaper reporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsletter",1,1,1 ], "a printed periodical bulletin circulated to members of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsletter",1,1,2 ], "a written or printed account of the news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsmonger",1,1,1 ], "a gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newspaper",1,1,1,1 ], "a weekly or daily publication consisting of folded sheets and containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newspaper",1,1,1,1 ], "articles on the news, features, reviews, and advertisements| Often shortened to paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "newspaper",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newspaper",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for newsprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newspaperman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who works for a newspaper as a reporter or editor",1). c_DEF([ "newspaperman" ,1, 1, 2],"the owner or proprietor of a newspaper",1). c_DEF([ "newspeak",1,1,1 ], "ambiguous and misleading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "newspeak",1,1,1 ], "the language of bureaucrats and politicians, regarded as deliberately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsprint",1,1,1 ], "an inexpensive wood-pulp paper used for newspapers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsreel",1,1,1 ], "a short film with a commentary presenting current events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsstand",1,1,1 ], "a portable stand or stall in the street, etc|, from which newspapers are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsworthy",1,1,1 ], "sufficiently interesting to be reported in a news bulletin, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsy",1,1,1 ], "newsier, newsiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newsy",1,1,2 ], "full of news, esp| gossipy or personal news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newt",1,1,1 ], "any of various small semiaquatic urodele amphibians, such as Triturus vulgaris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newt",1,1,1 ], "of Europe, having a long slender body and tail and short feeble legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "newt",1,1,2 ], "any other urodele amphibian, including the salamanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "newton",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "newton",1,1,1 ], "second per second to a mass of 1 kilogram; equivalent to 10'5 dynes or 7|233 poundals|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "newton",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of force that imparts an acceleration of 1 metre per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next door",1,2,1 ], "at, in, or to the adjacent house, flat, building, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next friend",1,1,1 ], "a person acting on behalf of an infant or other person under legal disability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next of kin",1,1,1 ], "a person's closest relative or relatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,1,1 ], "immediately following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,1,2 ], "immediately adjoining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,1,3 ], "closest to in degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,1,4 ], "the next but one| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,1,5 ], "(Sunday) after the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,2,1 ], "at a time or on an occasion immediately to follow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,2,2 ], "next to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,2,2,1 ], "adjacent to; at or on one side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,2,2,2 ], "following in degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,2,2,3 ], "almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "next",1,3,1 ], "next to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nexus",1,1,1 ], "a means of connection between members of a group or things in a series; link;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nexus",1,1,1 ], "bond" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nexus",1,1,2 ], "a connected group or series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ngaio",1,1,1 ], "Myoporaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ngaio",1,1,1 ], "a small New Zealand tree, Myoporum laetum, yielding useful timber: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ngoma",1,1,1 ], "a type of drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ngwee",1,1,1 ], "a Zambian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a kwacha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niacin",1,1,1 ], "another name for nicotinic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nib" ,1, 1, 1],"the writing point of a pen, esp| an insertable tapered metal part with a split",1). c_DEF([ "nib" ,1, 1, 1],"tip",2). c_DEF([ "nib" ,1, 1, 2],"a point, tip, or beak",1). c_DEF([ "nib" ,1, 1, 3],"crushed cocoa beans",1). c_DEF([ "nib" ,1, 3, 1],"to provide with a nib",1). c_DEF([ "nib" ,1, 3, 2],"to prepare or sharpen the nib of",1). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at)(esp| of animals, such as mice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,1,2 ], "to take small repeated bites (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,1,3 ], "to take dainty or tentative bites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,1,4 ], "to bite (at) gently or caressingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,2,1 ], "to make petty criticisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,3,1 ], "to consider tentatively or cautiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,4,1 ], "a small mouthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibble",1,4,2 ], "an instance or the act of nibbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niblick",1,1,1 ], "a club, a No| 9 iron, giving a great deal of lift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nibs",1,1,1 ], "Slang| a mock title used of someone in authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niccolite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: NiAs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "niccolite",1,1,1 ], "a copper-coloured mineral consisting of nickel arsenide in hexagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niccolite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form, occurring associated with copper and silver ores: a source of nickel|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,1 ], "pleasant or commendable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,2 ], "kind or friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,3 ], "subtle, delicate, or discriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,4 ], "precise; skilful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,5 ], "fastidious; respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,5,1 ], "foolish or ignorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,5,2 ], "delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,5,3 ], "shy; modest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,5,4 ], "wanton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nice",1,1,6 ], "nice and| pleasingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicety",1,1,1 ], "a subtle point of delicacy or distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicety",1,1,2 ], "a refinement or delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicety",1,1,3 ], "subtlety, delicacy, or precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicety",1,1,4 ], "excessive refinement; fastidiousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicety",1,1,5 ], "to a nicety| with precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niche",1,1,1 ], "a recess in a wall, esp| one that contains a statue, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niche",1,1,2 ], "a position particularly suitable for the person occupying it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niche",1,1,3 ], "activities, relationships with other organisms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "niche",1,1,3 ], "the status of a plant or animal within its community, which determines its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niche",1,2,1 ], "to place (a statue) in a niche; ensconce (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,1,1 ], "a small notch or indentation on an edge or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,1,2 ], "a groove on the shank of a printing type, used to orientate type and often to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,1,2 ], "distinguish the fount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for prison or police station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,1,4 ], "in good nick| in good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,1,5 ], "in the nick of time| just in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,2,1 ], "to chip or cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,2,1,1 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,2,1,2 ], "to take into legal custody; arrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,3,1 ], "to move or depart rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,3,2 ], "nick for| U|S| slang| to defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,3,3 ], "(someone) to the extent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,3,4 ], "a high carriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,3,4 ], "to divide and reset (certain of the tail muscles of a horse) to give the tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,4,1 ], "to guess, catch, etc|, exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nick",1,5,1 ], "(of breeding stock) to mate satisfactorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickel bloom",1,1,1 ], "another name for annabergite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickel plate",1,1,1 ], "a thin layer of nickel deposited on a surface, usually by electrolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickel silver",1,1,1 ], "any of various white alloys containing copper (46-63 per cent), zinc (18-36" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickel silver",1,1,1 ], "per cent), and nickel (6-30 per cent): used in making tableware, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nickel",1,1,1 ], "a malleable ductile silvery-white metallic element that is strong and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickel",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 28; atomic wt|: 58|71; valency: 1, 2, or 3; relative density: 8|90;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "nickel",1,1,1 ], "corrosion-resistant, occurring principally in pentlandite and niccolite: used in alloys, esp| in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nickel",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 1453 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2732 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "nickel",1,1,1 ], "toughening steel, in electroplating, and as a catalyst in organic synthesis| Symbol: Ni;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nickel",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| and Canadian coin and monetary unit worth five cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to plate with nickel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickelic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing metallic nickel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickelic",1,1,2 ], "of or containing nickel in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickeliferous",1,1,1 ], "containing nickel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickelodeon",1,1,1 ], "an early form of jukebox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickelodeon",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a cinema charging five cents for admission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickelodeon",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a Pianola, esp| one operated by inserting a five-cent piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickelous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing nickel, esp| in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicker",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) to neigh softly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicker",1,1,2 ], "to laugh quietly; snigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicker",2,1,1 ], "a pound sterling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicknack",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of knickknack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickname",1,1,1 ], "a familiar, pet, or derisory name given to a person, animal, or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickname",1,1,2 ], "a shortened or familiar form of a person's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickname",1,2,1 ], "to call by a nickname" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nickpoint",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of knickpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicotiana",1,1,1 ], "any solanaceous plant of the American and Australian genus Nicotiana, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicotiana",1,1,1 ], "tobacco, having white, yellow, or purple fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nicotinamide",1,1,1 ], "essential in the diet for the prevention of pellagra| Formula: C6H6ON2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nicotinamide",1,1,1 ], "the amide of nicotinic acid: a component of the vitamin B complex and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicotine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C10H14N2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nicotine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily acrid toxic liquid that turns yellowish-brown in air and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicotine",1,1,1 ], "light: the principal alkaloid in tobacco, used as an agricultural insecticide|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nicotinic acid",1,1,1 ], "a vitamin of the B complex that occurs in milk, liver, yeast, etc| Lack of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nicotinic acid",1,1,1 ], "in the diet leads to the disease pellagra| Formula: (C\5H\4N)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nicotinism",1,1,1 ], "a toxic condition of the body or a bodily organ or part caused by nicotine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nictitate",1,1,1 ], "a technical word for blink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nictitating membrane",1,1,1 ], "(in reptiles, birds, and some mammals) a thin fold of skin beneath the eyelid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nictitating membrane",1,1,1 ], "that can be drawn across the eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nid-nod",1,1,1 ], "to nod repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niddering",1,1,1 ], "a coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niddering",1,2,1 ], "cowardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niddle-noddle",1,1,1 ], "nodding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niddle-noddle",1,2,1 ], "to nod rapidly or unsteadily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nide",1,1,1 ], "another word for nye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nidicolous",1,1,1 ], "(of young birds) remaining in the nest for some time after hatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nidifugous",1,1,1 ], "(of young birds) leaving the nest very soon after hatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nidify",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(of birds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nidify",1,1,2 ], "to make or build a nest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nidus",1,1,1 ], "the nest in which insects or spiders deposit their eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nidus",1,1,2 ], "a focus of infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nidus",1,1,3 ], "a cavity in which plant spores develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niece",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of one's sister or brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niello" ,1, 1, 1],"a black compound of sulphur and silver, lead, or copper used to incise a",1). c_DEF([ "niello" ,1, 1, 1],"design on a metal surface",2). c_DEF([ "niello" ,1, 1, 2],"the process of decorating surfaces with niello",1). c_DEF([ "niello" ,1, 1, 3],"a surface or object decorated with niello",1). c_DEF([ "niello" ,1, 2, 1],"to decorate or treat with niello",1). c_DEF([ "nies" ,1, 1, 1],"Complex numbers include real and imaginary numbers",2). c_DEF([ "nies" ,1, 1, 1],"any number of the form a,,bi, where a and b are real numbers and i = sqrt -1|",1). c_DEF([ "nieve",1,1,1 ], "dialect| the closed hand; fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niff",1,1,1 ], "a bad smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niff",1,2,1 ], "to smell badly; stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nifty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nifty",1,1,2 ], "pleasing, apt, or stylish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggard",1,1,1 ], "a stingy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggard",1,2,1 ], "miserly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggardly",1,1,1 ], "stingy or ungenerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggardly",1,1,2 ], "meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggardly",1,2,1 ], "stingily; grudgingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigger",1,1,1,1 ], "another name for a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigger",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigger",1,1,2 ], "a member of any dark-skinned race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigger",1,1,3 ], "nigger in the woodpile| a hidden snag or hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggle",1,1,1 ], "to find fault continually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggle",1,2,1 ], "to be preoccupied with details; fuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggle",1,3,1 ], "to irritate; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggling",1,1,1 ], "petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggling",1,1,2 ], "fussy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggling",1,1,3 ], "irritating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niggling",1,1,4 ], "requiring painstaking work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigh",1,3,1 ], "an archaic, poetic, or dialect word for near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night blindness",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical term for nyctalopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night dancer",1,1,1 ], "(in Uganda) a person believed to employ the help of the dead in destroying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night dancer",1,1,1 ], "other people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night heron",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal heron of the genus Nycticorax and related genera, having short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night heron",1,1,1 ], "legs and necks, a heavy body, and a short heavy bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night latch",1,1,1 ], "a door lock that is operated by means of a knob on the inside and a key on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night latch",1,1,1 ], "outside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night letter",1,1,1 ], "a telegram sent for delivery the next day at a cheaper rate than a regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night letter",1,1,1 ], "telegram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night owl",1,1,1 ], "a person who is or prefers to be up and about late at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night raven",1,1,1 ], "any bird, esp| the night heron, that is most active at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night robe",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for nightdress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night school",1,1,1 ], "an educational institution that holds classes in the evening for those who are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night school",1,1,1 ], "not free during the day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night soil",1,1,1 ], "human excrement used as a fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night stick",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for truncheon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night watch",1,1,1 ], "a watch or guard kept at night, esp| for security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night watch",1,1,2 ], "the period of time the watch is kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night watch",1,1,3 ], "a person who keeps such a watch; night watchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night watchman",1,1,1 ], "a person who keeps guard at night on a factory, public building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night watchman",1,1,2 ], "a batsman sent in to bat to play out time when a wicket has fallen near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night watchman",1,1,2 ], "end of a day's play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,1 ], "from day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,1 ], "the period of darkness each 24 hours between sunset and sunrise, as distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,10 ], "a state or period of gloom, ignorance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,11 ], "make a night of it| to go out and celebrate for most of the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,12 ], "night and day| continually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,2 ], "of, occurring, working, etc|, at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,3 ], "the occurrence of this period considered as a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,4 ], "the period between sunset and retiring to bed; evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,5 ], "the time between bedtime and morning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,6 ], "the weather conditions of the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,7 ], "the activity or experience of a person during a night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,8 ], "any evening designated for a special observance or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night",1,1,9 ], "nightfall or dusk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night-blooming cereus",1,1,1 ], "any of several cacti of the genera Hylocereus, Selenicereus, etc|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night-blooming cereus",1,1,1 ], "large fragrant flowers that open at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "night-light",1,1,1 ], "a dim light burning at night, esp| for children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night-night",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for goodnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night-time",1,1,1,1 ], "the time from sunset to sunrise; night as distinct from day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "night-time",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightcap",1,1,1 ], "a cloth cap formerly worn in bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightcap",1,1,2 ], "a bedtime drink, esp| an alcoholic or hot one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightclub",1,1,1 ], "a place of entertainment open until late at night, usually offering food," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightclub",1,1,1 ], "drink, a floor show, dancing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nightdress",1,1,1 ], "a loose dress worn in bed by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightfall",1,1,1 ], "the approach of darkness; dusk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightgown",1,1,1 ], "another name for nightdress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightgown",1,1,2 ], "a man's nightshirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nighthawk",1,1,1 ], "any American nightjar of the genus Chordeiles and related genera, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nighthawk",1,1,1 ], "dark plumage and, in the male, white patches on the wings and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nighthawk",1,1,2 ], "another name for night owl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightie",1,1,1 ], "short for nightdress or nightgown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightingale",1,1,1 ], "a brownish European songbird, Luscinia megarhynchos, with a broad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightingale",1,1,1 ], "reddish-brown tail: well known for its musical song, usually heard at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nightingale",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related birds, such as Luscinia luscinia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightjar",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal bird of the family Caprimulgidae, esp| Caprimulgus europaeus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightjar",1,1,1 ], "insects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nightjar",1,1,1 ], "order Caprimulgiformes|They have a cryptic plumage and large eyes and feed on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nightlife",1,1,1 ], "nightclubs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nightlife",1,1,1 ], "social life or entertainment taking place in the late evening or night, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightlong",1,2,1 ], "throughout the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightly",1,1,1 ], "happening or relating to each night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightly",1,1,2 ], "happening at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightly",1,2,1 ], "at night or each night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightmare",1,1,1 ], "a terrifying or deeply distressing dream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightmare",1,1,1,1 ], "an event or condition resembling a terrifying dream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightmare",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightmare",1,1,2 ], "a thing that is feared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightmare",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) an evil spirit supposed to harass or suffocate sleeping people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightrider",1,1,1 ], "a member of a band of mounted and usually masked Whites in the southern U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightrider",1,1,1 ], "who carried out acts of revenge and intimidation at night after the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nights",1,1,1 ], "at night, esp| regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightshade",1,1,1 ], "any of various solanaceous plants, such as deadly nightshade, woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightshade",1,1,1 ], "nightshade, and black nightshade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nightshirt",1,1,1 ], "a loose knee-length or longer shirtlike garment worn in bed by men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightspot",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for nightclub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightwear",1,1,1 ], "apparel worn in bed or before retiring to bed; pyjamas, nightdress, dressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nightwear",1,1,1 ], "gowns, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nigrescent",1,1,1 ], "blackish; dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigrify",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for blacken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigritude",1,1,1 ], "blackness; darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nigrosine",1,1,1 ], "and shoe polishes and for dyeing textiles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nigrosine",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of black pigments and dyes obtained from aniline: used in inks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nihil obstat",1,1,1 ], "the phrase used by a Roman Catholic censor to declare publication inoffensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nihil obstat",1,1,1 ], "to faith or morals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nihil",1,1,1 ], "nil; nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nihilism",1,1,1 ], "a complete denial of all established authority and institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nihilism",1,1,2 ], "an extreme form of scepticism that systematically rejects all values, belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nihilism",1,1,2 ], "in existence, the possibility of communication, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nihilism",1,1,3 ], "a revolutionary doctrine of destruction for its own sake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nihilism",1,1,4 ], "the practice or promulgation of terrorism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nil desperandum",1,1,1 ], "never despair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nil",1,1,1 ], "another word for nothing, used esp| in the scoring of certain games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nilgai",1,1,1 ], "a large Indian antelope, Boselaphus tragocamelus| The male is blue-grey with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nilgai",1,1,1 ], "white markings and has small horns; the female is brownish and has no horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nim",1,1,1 ], "a game in which two players alternately remove one or more small items, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nim",1,1,1 ], "as matchsticks, from one of several rows or piles, the object being to take (or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nim",1,1,1 ], "avoid taking) the last item remaining on the table" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nimble",1,1,1 ], "agile, quick, and neat in movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimble",1,1,2 ], "alert; acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimblewit",1,1,1 ], "an alert, bright, and clever person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimbostratus",1,1,1 ], "a dark-coloured rain-bearing stratus cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimbus",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark grey rain-bearing cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimbus",1,1,1,1 ], "an emanation of light surrounding a saint or deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimbus",1,1,1,2 ], "a representation of this emanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimbus",1,1,1,2 ], "cumulonimbus clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimbus",1,1,2 ], "a surrounding aura or atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimiety",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niminy-piminy",1,1,1 ], "excessively refined; prim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimonic alloy",1,1,1 ], "any of various nickel-based alloys used at high temperatures, as in gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nimonic alloy",1,1,1 ], "turbine blades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nincompoop",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person; fool; idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of one and eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 9, IX, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,3 ], "playing card with nine symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,3 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of nine units, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,4 ], "nine hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,5 ], "dressed to the nines| Informal| elaborately dressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,6 ], "999 (in Britain) the telephone number of the emergency services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,1,7 ], "nine to five| normal office hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to nine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nine",1,2,1,2 ], "nine of the ten are ready|Related prefixes: nona-, nono-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninefold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having nine times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninefold",1,1,2 ], "composed of nine parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninefold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to nine times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninepins",1,1,1 ], "another name for skittles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninepins",1,1,2 ], "one of the pins used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteen",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and nine and is a prime number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteen",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 19, XIX, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteen",1,1,3 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 19 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteen",1,1,4 ], "talk nineteen to the dozen| to talk incessantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteen",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to nineteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteen",1,2,1,2 ], "only nineteen voted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth hole",1,1,1 ], "the bar in a golf clubhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth man",1,1,1 ], "the first reserve in a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth man",1,1,2 ], "any person acting as a reserve or substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the eighteenth in numbering or counting order, position, time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|, being the ordinal number of nineteen|Often written: 19th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth",1,1,1,2 ], "the nineteenth was rainy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 19 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nineteenth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction that is equal to one divided by 19 (1/19)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninetieth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of ninety in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninetieth",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc| Often written: 90th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ninetieth",1,1,1,2 ], "ninetieth in succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninetieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 90 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninetieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninetieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 90 (1/90)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninety",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and nine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninety",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 90, XC, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninety",1,1,3 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 90 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninety",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to ninety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninety",1,2,1,2 ], "at least ninety are thought to be missing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninny",1,1,1 ], "a dull-witted person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninon",1,1,1 ], "a fine strong silky fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord much used in jazz and pop, consisting of a major or minor triad with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth chord",1,1,1 ], "the seventh and ninth added above the root| Often shortened to ninth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the eighth in counting order, position, time, etc|; being the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,1,1,1 ], "ordinal number of nine|Often written: 9th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,1,1,2 ], "he came on the ninth; ninth in line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of nine equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by nine (1/9)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,2,2,1 ], "an interval of one octave plus a second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,2,2,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,2,2,3 ], "see ninth chord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,3,1 ], "after the eighth person, position, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ninth",1,4,1 ], "as the ninth point: linking what follows to the previous statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niobic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing niobium in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niobite",1,1,1 ], "another name for columbite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niobium",1,1,1 ], "92|906; valency: 2, 3, or 5; relative density: 8|57; melting pt|: 2468 degrees C;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "niobium",1,1,1 ], "a ductile white superconductive metallic element that occurs principally in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niobium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 4927 degrees C| Former name: columbium" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "niobium",1,1,1 ], "columbite and tantalite: used in steel alloys| Symbol: Nb; atomic no|: 41; atomic wt|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "niobous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing niobium in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip" ,2, 1, 1],"a small drink of spirits; dram",1). c_DEF([ "nip" ,2, 1, 2],"a measure of spirits equal to one sixth of a gill",1). c_DEF([ "nip" ,2, 2, 1],"to drink spirits, esp| habitually in small amounts",1). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to catch or tightly compress, as between a finger and the thumb;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,1 ], "pinch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by off) to remove by clipping, biting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to give a small sharp bite (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of the cold) to affect with a stinging sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,5 ], "to harm through cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,6 ], "to check or destroy the growth of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,1,7 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,2,1 ], "to hurry; dart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,2,2 ], "to snatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,3,1 ], "the act of nipping; a pinch, snip, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,3,1,1 ], "a frosty or chilly quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,3,1,2 ], "severe frost or cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,3,2 ], "a small piece or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,3,3 ], "a sharp flavour or tang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,3,4 ], "a taunting remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nip",1,3,5 ], "nip and tuck| U|S| neck and neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipa",1,1,1 ], "a palm tree, Nipa fruticans, of S and SE Asia, having feathery leaves, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipa",1,1,1 ], "for thatching, and edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nipa",1,1,2 ], "the fruit or thatch obtained from this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipa",1,1,3 ], "the sap of this tree, used to make a liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that nips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipper",1,1,2 ], "the large pincer-like claw of a lobster, crab, or similar crustacean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipper",1,1,3 ], "a small child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nippers",1,1,1 ], "an instrument or tool, such as a pair of pliers, for snipping, pinching, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nippers",1,1,1 ], "squeezing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nipping",1,1,1 ], "sharp and biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipping",1,1,2 ], "sarcastic; bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipple",1,1,1 ], "in women contains the outlet of the milk ducts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nipple",1,1,1 ], "the small conical projection in the centre of the areola of each breast, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipple",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a nipple in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipple",1,1,3 ], "a small drilled bush, usually screwed into a bearing, through which grease is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipple",1,1,3 ], "introduced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nipple",1,1,4 ], "an informal word for dummy ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipplewort",1,1,1 ], "an annual Eurasian plant, Lapsana communis, with pointed oval leaves and small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nipplewort",1,1,1 ], "yellow flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nippy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nippy",1,1,2 ], "biting, sharp, or chilly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nippy",1,1,2,1 ], "quick; nimble; active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nippy",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a motor vehicle) small and relatively powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nirvana",1,1,1 ], "(in Hinduism) in absorption into Brahman" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nirvana",1,1,1 ], "desires and individual existence, culminating (in Buddhism) in absolute blessedness, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nirvana",1,1,1 ], "final release from the cycle of reincarnation attained by extinction of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nisi prius",1,1,1,1 ], "a direction that a case be brought up to Westminster for trial before a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nisi prius",1,1,1,1 ], "judge and a jury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nisi prius",1,1,1,2 ], "the writ giving this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nisi prius",1,1,1,3 ], "trial before the justices taking the assizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nisi prius",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a court where civil actions are tried by a single judge sitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nisi prius",1,1,2 ], "with a jury as distinguished from an appellate court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nisi",1,1,1 ], "(of a court order, etc|) coming into effect on a specified date unless cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nisi",1,1,1 ], "is shown within a certain period why it should not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nisus",1,1,1 ], "an impulse towards or striving after a goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit",1,1,1 ], "the egg of a louse, usually adhering to human hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit",1,1,2 ], "the larva of a louse or similar insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit",2,1,1 ], "a unit of luminance equal to 1 candela per square metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit",3,1,1 ], "short for nitwit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit",4,1,1 ], "a unit of information equal to 1|44 bits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit",5,1,1 ], "Austral| informal| to keep watch, esp| during illegal activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit-picking",1,1,1 ], "a concern with insignificant details, esp| with the intention of finding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nit-picking",1,1,1 ], "fault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nit-picking",1,2,1 ], "showing such a concern; fussy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niter",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of nitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitid",1,1,1 ], "bright; glistening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niton",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for radon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitramine",1,1,1 ], "another name for tetryl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of nitric acid, such as sodium nitrate, NaNO3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrate",1,1,2 ], "a fertilizer consisting of or containing nitrate salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrate",1,2,1 ], "to treat with nitric acid or a nitrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrate",1,2,2 ], "to convert or be converted into a nitrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrate",1,2,3 ], "introduced into a molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrate",1,2,3 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo the chemical process in which a nitro group is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitre",1,1,1 ], "another name for potassium nitrate or sodium nitrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitric acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellowish fuming corrosive liquid usually used in aqueous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitric acid",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of fertilizers, explosives, and many other chemicals| Formula: HNO3| Former" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitric acid",1,1,1 ], "name: aqua fortis" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "nitric acid",1,1,1 ], "solution| It is an oxidizing agent and a strong monobasic acid: important in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitric bacteria",1,1,1 ], "bacteria that convert nitrites to nitrates in the soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitric oxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless slightly soluble gas forming red fumes of nitrogen dioxide in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitric oxide",1,1,1 ], "air| Formula: NO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing nitrogen, esp| in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitride",1,1,1 ], "a compound of nitrogen with a more electropositive element, for example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitride",1,1,1 ], "magnesium nitride, Mg3N2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitriding",1,1,1 ], "a type of case-hardening in which steel is heated for long periods in ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitriding",1,1,1 ], "vapour so that nitrogen produced by dissociation on the surface enters the steel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrification",1,1,1 ], "and nitrates by soil nitrobacteria, making nitrogen available to plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrification",1,1,1 ], "the oxidation of the ammonium compounds in dead organic material into nitrites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrification",1,1,1,1 ], "the addition of a nitro group to an organic compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrification",1,1,1,2 ], "the substitution of a nitro group for another group in an organic compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrify",1,1,1 ], "to treat or cause to react with nitrogen or a nitrogen compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrify",1,1,2 ], "to treat (soil) with nitrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrify",1,1,3 ], "(of nitrobacteria) to convert (ammonium compounds) into nitrates by oxidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrile",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of organic compounds containing the monovalent group, -CN|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrite",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of nitrous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitro compound",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of usually organic compounds that contain the monovalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitro compound",1,1,1 ], "group, -NO2 (nitro group or radical), linked to a carbon atom| The commonest example" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitro compound",1,1,1 ], "is nitrobenzene, C6H5NO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains a nitro group, -NO2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating that a chemical compound is a nitrate ester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrobacteria",1,1,1 ], "including species of Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrobacteria",1,1,1 ], "soil bacteria of the order Pseudomonadales that are involved in nitrification," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "a yellow oily toxic water-insoluble liquid compound, used as a solvent and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of aniline| Formula: C6H5NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrocellulose",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in chemical usage) for cellulose nitrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrochloroform",1,1,1 ], "another name for chloropicrin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen cycle",1,1,1 ], "decay" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen cycle",1,1,1 ], "derived from dead organic matter by bacterial action (see nitrification, nitrogen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen cycle",1,1,1 ], "fixation), are absorbed and synthesized into complex organic compounds by plants and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen cycle",1,1,1 ], "reduced to nitrates again when the plants and the animals feeding on them die and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen cycle",1,1,1 ], "the natural circulation of nitrogen by living organisms| Nitrates in the soil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen dioxide",1,1,1 ], "a red-brown poisonous irritating gas that, at ordinary temperatures, exists in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen dioxide",1,1,1 ], "acid, a nitrating agent, and an oxidizer for rocket fuels| Formula: NO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen dioxide",1,1,1 ], "equilibrium with dinitrogen tetroxide| It is an intermediate in the manufacture of nitric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen fixation",1,1,1 ], "algae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen fixation",1,1,1 ], "bacteria, such as Rhizobium, in the root nodules of legumes, and by certain blue-green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen fixation",1,1,1 ], "the conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into nitrogen compounds by soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen fixation",1,1,2 ], "a process, such as the Haber process, in which atmospheric nitrogen is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen fixation",1,1,2 ], "converted into a nitrogen compound, used esp| for the manufacture of fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen mustard",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds resembling mustard gas in their molecular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen mustard",1,1,1 ], "structure| General formula: RN(CH\2CH\2Cl)2, where R is an organic group: important in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen mustard",1,1,1 ], "treatment of cancer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen peroxide",1,1,1 ], "another name for nitrogen dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen peroxide",1,1,2 ], "the equilibrium mixture of nitrogen dioxide and dinitrogen tetroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen tetroxide",1,1,1 ], "another name for dinitrogen tetroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen tetroxide",1,1,2 ], "a brown liquefied mixture of nitrogen dioxide and dinitrogen tetroxide, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen tetroxide",1,1,2 ], "as a nitrating, bleaching, and oxidizing agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless relatively unreactive gaseous element that forms 78 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "cent (by volume) of the air, occurs in many compounds, and is an essential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "chemicals and as a refrigerant| Symbol: N; atomic no|: 7; atomic wt|: 14|0067; valency: 3" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "constituent of proteins and nucleic acids: used in the manufacture of ammonia and other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "or 5; density: 1/251 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -209|86 degrees C; boiling pt|: -195|8" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogenize",1,1,1 ], "to combine or treat with nitrogen or a nitrogen compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrogenous",1,1,1 ], "containing nitrogen or a nitrogen compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitroglycerin",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH2NO3CHNO3CH2NO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nitroglycerin",1,1,1 ], "a pale yellow viscous explosive liquid substance made from glycerol and nitric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitroglycerin",1,1,1 ], "and sulphuric acids and used in explosives and in medicine as a vasodilator|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrohydrochloric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for aqua regia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the amount of nitrogen in a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitromethane",1,1,1 ], "an oily colourless liquid obtained from methane and used as a solvent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitromethane",1,1,1 ], "rocket fuel and in the manufacture of synthetic resins| Formula: CH3NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitroparaffin",1,1,1 ], "CnH2n1NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitroparaffin",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of colourless toxic compounds with the general formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrosamine",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of neutral, usually yellow oily compounds containing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrosamine",1,1,1 ], "divalent group NNO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitroso",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group ON-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrosyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier another word for nitroso, esp| when applied to inorganic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrosyl",1,1,1 ], "compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrous acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: HNO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrous acid",1,1,1 ], "a weak monobasic acid known only in solution and in the form of nitrite salts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrous bacteria",1,1,1 ], "bacteria that convert ammonia to nitrites in the soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrous oxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless nonflammable slightly soluble gas with a sweet smell: used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitrous oxide",1,1,1 ], "anaesthetic in dentistry and surgery| Formula: N2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nitrous",1,1,1 ], "of, derived from, or containing nitrogen, esp| in a low valency state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest| infested with nits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitty",2,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitty",2,1,2 ], "foolish; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitty-gritty",1,1,1 ], "Slang| the basic facts of a matter, situation, etc|; the core" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nitwit",1,1,1 ], "a foolish or dull person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nival",1,1,1 ], "of or growing in or under snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nivation",1,1,1 ], "thawing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nivation",1,1,1 ], "the weathering of rock around a patch of snow by alternate freezing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "niveous",1,1,1 ], "resembling snow, esp| in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nix" ,2, 1, 1],"a water sprite, usually unfriendly to humans",1). c_DEF([ "nix",1,1,1 ], "another word for no ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nix",1,2,1 ], "be careful! watch out!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nix",1,3,1 ], "a rejection or refusal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nix",1,3,2 ], "nothing at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nix",1,4,1 ], "to veto, deny, reject, or forbid (plans, suggestions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nixer",1,1,1 ], "a spare-time job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,1,1 ], "acknowledgement of negative statements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,1,1 ], "used to express denial, disagreement, refusal, disapproval, disbelief, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,1,2 ], "disbelief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,1,2 ], "used with question intonation to query a previous negative statement, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,2,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,2,2 ], "used to emphasize a negative statement, esp| when disagreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,3,1 ], "noes or nos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,3,2 ], "an answer or vote of no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,3,3 ], "(often pl|) a person who votes in the negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,3,4 ], "the noes have it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,3,5 ], "there is a majority of votes in the negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,3,6 ], "not take no for an answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",1,3,7 ], "to continue in a course of action, etc|, despite refusals| ?" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",2,1,1 ], "not any, not a, or not one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",2,1,2 ], "not by a long way; not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no",2,1,3 ], "(foll| by comparative adjectives and adverbs) not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-account",1,1,1 ], "worthless; good-for-nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-account",1,2,1 ], "a worthless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-ball",1,1,1 ], "an illegal ball, as for overstepping the crease, throwing, etc|,| for which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-ball",1,1,1 ], "can only be out by being run out" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "no-ball",1,1,1 ], "the batting side scores a run unless the batsman hits the ball, in which case he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "no-ball",1,1,2 ], "an illegal ball, esp| one bowled too high or too low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-ball",1,2,1 ], "a call by the umpire indicating a no-ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-claim bonus",1,1,1 ], "a reduction on an insurance premium, esp| one covering a motor vehicle, if no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-claim bonus",1,1,1 ], "claims have been made within a specified period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "no-go area",1,1,1 ], "a district in a town that is barricaded off, usually by a paramilitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-go area",1,1,1 ], "organization, within which the police, army, etc|, can only enter by force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "no-hoper",1,1,1 ], "a useless person; failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-man's-land",1,1,1 ], "land between boundaries, esp| an unoccupied zone between opposing forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-man's-land",1,1,2 ], "an unowned or unclaimed piece of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-man's-land",1,1,3 ], "an ambiguous area of activity or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-one",1,1,1 ], "no person; nobody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-par",1,1,1 ], "(of securities) without a par value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-side",1,1,1 ], "the end of a match, signalled by the referee's whistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-tillage",1,1,1 ], "a system of farming in which planting is done in a narrow trench, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "no-tillage",1,1,1 ], "tillage, and weeds are controlled with herbicide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nob",1,1,1 ], "the jack of the suit turned up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nob",1,1,2 ], "one for his nob| the call made with this jack, scoring one point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nob",2,1,1 ], "a person of wealth or social distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobble",1,1,1 ], "to disable (a race horse), esp| with drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobble",1,1,2 ], "to win over or outwit (a person) by underhand means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobble",1,1,3 ], "to steal; filch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobble",1,1,4 ], "to get hold of; grab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobble",1,1,5 ], "to kidnap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobbut",1,1,1 ], "nothing but; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobelium",1,1,1 ], "a transuranic element produced artificially from curium| Symbol: No; atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobelium",1,1,1 ], "no|: 102; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'5'5No: 180 seconds (approx|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nobiliary particle",1,1,1 ], "a preposition, such as French de or German von, occurring as part of a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobiliary particle",1,1,1 ], "or surname" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nobiliary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobility",1,1,1 ], "a socially or politically privileged class whose titles are conferred by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobility",1,1,1 ], "descent or by royal decree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nobility",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being morally or spiritually good; dignity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobility",1,1,3 ], "(in the British Isles) the class of people holding the title of dukes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobility",1,1,3 ], "marquesses, earls, viscounts, or barons and their feminine equivalents collectively;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nobility",1,1,3 ], "peerage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "noble art",1,1,1 ], "boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble savage",1,1,1 ], "(in romanticism) an idealized view of primitive man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a hereditary class with special social or political status," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,1 ], "often derived from a feudal period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,2 ], "of or characterized by high moral qualities; magnanimous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,3 ], "having dignity or eminence; illustrious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,4 ], "grand or imposing; magnificent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,5 ], "of superior quality or kind; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,5,1 ], "(of certain elements)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,6 ], "chemically unreactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,6,1 ], "designating long-winged falcons that capture their quarry by stooping on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,6,1 ], "from above" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,6,2 ], "(of certain metals, esp| copper, silver, and gold) resisting oxidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,1,6,2 ], "designating the type of quarry appropriate to a particular species of falcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,2,1 ], "a person belonging to a privileged social or political class whose status is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,2,1 ], "usually indicated by a title conferred by sovereign authority or descent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,2,2 ], "(in the British Isles) a person holding the title of duke, marquess, earl," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,2,2 ], "viscount, or baron, or a feminine equivalent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noble",1,2,3 ], "a former Brit| gold coin having the value of one third of a pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobleman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person of noble rank, title, or status; peer; aristocrat",1). c_DEF([ "noblesse oblige",1,1,1 ], "the supposed obligation of nobility to be honourable and generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noblesse",1,1,1 ], "noble birth or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noblesse",1,1,2 ], "the noble class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nobody" ,1, 1, 1],"no person; no one",1). c_DEF([ "nobody" ,1, 2, 1],"bodies",1). c_DEF([ "nociceptive",1,1,1 ], "causing or reacting to pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nock",1,1,1 ], "a notch on an arrow that fits on the bowstring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nock",1,1,2 ], "either of the grooves at each end of a bow that hold the bowstring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nock",1,2,1 ], "to fit (an arrow) on a bowstring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nock",1,2,2 ], "to put a groove or notch in (a bow or arrow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocking point",1,1,1 ], "a marked part of the bowstring where the arrow is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noctambulism",1,1,1 ], "another word for somnambulism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocti-",1,1,1 ], "night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noctiluca",1,1,1 ], "any bioluminescent marine dinoflagellate protozoan of the genus Noctiluca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noctilucent",1,1,1 ], "meteor dust that reflects sunlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noctilucent",1,1,1 ], "shining at night, as certain high-altitude clouds, believed to consist of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noctuid",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal moth of the family Noctuidae: includes the underwings and antler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noctuid",1,1,1 ], "moth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noctuid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Noctuidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noctule",1,1,1 ], "any of several large Old World insectivorous bats of the genus Nyctalus, esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noctule",1,2,1 ], "noctula: family Vespertilionidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocturn",1,1,1 ], "any of the main sections of the office of matins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocturnal",1,1,1 ], "of, used during, occurring in, or relating to the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocturnal",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) active at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocturnal",1,1,3 ], "(of plants) having flowers that open at night and close by day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocturne",1,1,1 ], "a short, lyrical piece of music, esp| one for the piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocturne",1,1,2 ], "a painting or tone poem of a night scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nocuous",1,1,1 ], "harmful; noxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod off",1,1,1 ], "to fall asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,1,1 ], "to lower and raise (the head) briefly, as to indicate agreement, invitation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,2,1 ], "to express or indicate by nodding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,3,1 ], "to bring or direct by nodding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,4,1 ], "(of flowers, trees, etc|) to sway or bend forwards and back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,5,1 ], "to let the head fall forward through drowsiness; be almost asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,6,1 ], "to be momentarily inattentive or careless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,7,1 ], "a quick down-and-up movement of the head, as in assent, command, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,7,2 ], "a short sleep; nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,7,3 ], "a swaying motion, as of flowers, etc|, in the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,7,4 ], "of points scored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nod",1,7,4 ], "the nod| Boxing, informal| the award of a contest to a competitor on the basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodal",1,1,1 ], "of or like a node" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noddle",1,1,1 ], "the head or brains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noddle",2,1,1 ], "to nod (the head), as through drowsiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noddy",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical terns of the genus Anous, esp| A| stolidus , typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noddy",1,1,1 ], "having a dark plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noddy",1,1,2 ], "a fool or dunce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node house",1,1,1 ], "a prefabricated shelter used by welders during the construction of an oil rig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node of Ranvier",1,1,1 ], "any of the gaps that occur at regular intervals along the length of the sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node of Ranvier",1,1,1 ], "of a myelinated nerve fibre, at which the axon is exposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,1 ], "a knot, swelling, or knob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,2 ], "the point on a plant stem from which the leaves or lateral branches grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,3 ], "a point of zero or minimum displacement in a standing wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,4 ], "a point at which two branches of a curve intersect, each branch having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,4 ], "distinct tangent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,5 ], "one of the objects of which a graph or a tree consists; vertex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,6 ], "descending node" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,6 ], "either of the two points at which the orbit of a body intersects the plane of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,6 ], "it passes the ascending node and from the north to the south side it passes the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,6 ], "the ecliptic| When the body moves from the south to the north side of the ecliptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,6,1 ], "along the course of a lymphatic vessel (lymph node)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,6,1 ], "any natural bulge or swelling of a structure or part, such as those that occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "node",1,1,6,2 ], "a finger joint or knuckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the nodes of a celestial body, esp| of the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodose",1,1,1 ], "having nodes or knotlike swellings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodule",1,1,1 ], "a small knot, lump, or node" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodule",1,1,2 ], "any of the knoblike outgrowths on the roots of clover and many other legumes:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodule",1,1,2 ], "contain bacteria involved in nitrogen fixation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nodule",1,1,3 ], "any small node or knoblike protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodule",1,1,4 ], "a small rounded lump of rock or mineral substance, esp| in a matrix of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodule",1,1,4 ], "different rock material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nodus",1,1,1 ], "a problematic idea, situation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nodus",1,1,2 ], "another word for node" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noesis",1,1,1 ], "the exercise of reason, esp| in the apprehension of universal forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noesis",1,1,2 ], "the mental process used in learning; the functioning of the intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the mind, esp| to its rational and intellectual faculties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nog",1,1,1 ], "a drink, esp| an alcoholic one, containing beaten egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nog",1,1,2 ], "strong local beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nog",2,1,1 ], "a wooden peg or block built into a masonry or brick wall to provide a fixing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nog",2,1,1 ], "for nails, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nog",2,1,2 ], "short for nogging ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noggin",1,1,1 ], "a small quantity of spirits, usually 1 gill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noggin",1,1,2 ], "a small mug or cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noggin",1,1,3 ], "an informal word for head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nogging",1,1,1 ], "a short horizontal timber member used between the studs of a framed partition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nogging",1,1,2 ], "masonry or brickwork between the timber members of a framed construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nogging",1,1,3 ], "a number of wooden pieces fitted between the timbers of a half-timbered wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nohow",1,1,1,1 ], "under any conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nohow",1,1,1,2 ], "in any manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noil",1,1,1 ], "staple, by combing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noil",1,1,1 ], "the short or knotted fibres that are separated from the long fibres, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,1,1 ], "a sound, esp| one that is loud or disturbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,1,2 ], "loud shouting; clamour; din" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,1,3 ], "any undesired electrical disturbance in a circuit, etc|, degrading the useful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,1,3 ], "information in a signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,1,4 ], "talk or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,1,5 ], "make a noise| to talk a great deal or complain (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,2,1 ], "to spread (news, gossip, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,3,1 ], "to talk loudly or at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noise",1,4,1 ], "to make a din or outcry; be noisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noiseless",1,1,1 ], "making little or no sound; silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisemaker",1,1,1 ], "matches, celebrations, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noisemaker",1,1,1 ], "something, such as a clapper or bell, used to make a loud noise at football" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisette",1,1,1 ], "flavoured or made with hazelnuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisette",1,2,1 ], "a small round boneless slice of lamb from the fillet or leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisome",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of smells) offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisome",1,1,2 ], "harmful or noxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisy",1,1,1 ], "noisier, noisiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisy",1,1,2 ], "making a loud or constant noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noisy",1,1,3 ], "full of or characterized by noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nolens volens",1,1,1 ], "whether willing or unwilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noli-me-tangere",1,1,1 ], "a warning against interfering or against touching a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noli-me-tangere",1,1,2 ], "Resurrection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noli-me-tangere",1,1,2 ], "a work of art depicting Christ appearing to Mary Magdalene after His" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noli-me-tangere",1,1,3 ], "another name for touch-me-not (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noli-me-tangere",1,1,4 ], "a cancerous ulcer affecting soft tissue and bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nolle prosequi",1,1,1 ], "an entry made on the court record when the plaintiff in a civil suit or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nolle prosequi",1,1,1 ], "prosecutor in a criminal prosecution undertakes not to continue the action or prosecution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nolo contendere",1,1,1 ], "a plea made by a defendant to a criminal charge having the same effect in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nolo contendere",1,1,1 ], "in a subsequent action" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nolo contendere",1,1,1 ], "those proceedings as a plea of guilty but not precluding him from denying the charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nol| pros|",1,1,1 ], "nolle prosequi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nom de guerre",1,1,1 ], "an assumed name; pseudonym" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nom de plume",1,1,1 ], "another term for pen name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noma",1,1,1 ], "a gangrenous inflammation of the mouth, esp| one affecting malnourished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noma",1,1,1 ], "children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nomad",1,1,1 ], "a member of a people or tribe who move from place to place to find pasture and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomad",1,1,1 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nomad",1,1,2 ], "a person who continually moves from place to place; wanderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomadic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of nomads or their way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomadize",1,1,1 ], "to live as nomads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomadize",1,2,1 ], "to make into nomads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomadize",1,3,1 ], "to people (a place) with nomads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomarch",1,1,1 ], "the head of an ancient Egyptian nome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomarch",1,1,2 ], "the senior administrator in a Greek nomarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomarchy",1,1,1 ], "any of the provinces of modern Greece; nome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nombles",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of numbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nombril",1,1,1 ], "a point on a shield between the fesse point and the lowest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nome",1,1,1 ], "any of the provinces of modern Greece; nomarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nome",1,1,2 ], "an administrative division of ancient Egypt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomen",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman's second name, designating his gens or clan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomenclator",1,1,1 ], "a person who invents or assigns names, as in scientific classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomenclature",1,1,1 ], "the terminology used in a particular science, art, activity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal value",1,1,1 ], "another name for par value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal wages",1,1,1 ], "another name for money wages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal",1,1,1 ], "in name only; theoretical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal",1,1,2 ], "minimal in comparison with real worth or what is expected; token" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, constituting, bearing, or giving a name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a noun or noun phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal",1,2,1 ], "a nominal element; a noun, noun phrase, or syntactically similar structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominal",1,2,2 ], "the harmonic an octave above the strike tone of a bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominalism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical theory that the variety of objects to which a single general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominalism",1,1,1 ], "word, such as dog, applies have nothing in common but the name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nominate",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to propose as a candidate, esp| for an elective office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominate",1,1,2 ], "to appoint to an office or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominate",1,2,1 ], "to stand as a candidate in an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominate",1,2,2 ], "to name, entitle, or designate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominate",1,3,1 ], "having a particular name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomination",1,1,1 ], "candidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nomination",1,1,1 ], "the act of nominating or state of being nominated, esp| as an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominative",1,1,1 ], "denoting a case of nouns and pronouns in inflected languages that is used esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominative",1,1,1 ], "to identify the subject of a finite verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nominative",1,1,2 ], "appointed rather than elected to a position, office, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominative",1,1,3 ], "bearing the name of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominative",1,2,1,1 ], "the nominative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominative",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in the nominative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nominee",1,1,1 ], "a person who is nominated to an office or as a candidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomism",1,1,1 ], "adherence to a law or laws as a primary exercise of religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating law or custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomocracy",1,1,1 ], "government based on the rule of law rather than arbitrary will, terror, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomogram",1,1,1 ], "a graph consisting of three lines graduated for different variables so that a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomogram",1,1,1 ], "straight line intersecting all three gives the related values of the variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nomogram",1,1,2 ], "any graphic representation of numerical relationships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomography",1,1,1 ], "the science of constructing nomographs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomology",1,1,1 ], "the science of law and law-making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomology",1,1,2 ], "natural phenomena" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nomology",1,1,2 ], "the branch of science concerned with the formulation of laws explaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomothetic",1,1,1 ], "giving or enacting laws; legislative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomothetic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the search for general laws or traits, esp| in personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nomothetic",1,1,2 ], "theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nom|",1,1,1 ], "nominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nom|",1,1,2 ], "nominative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non compos mentis",1,1,1 ], "mentally incapable of managing one's own affairs; of unsound mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non licet",1,1,1 ], "not permitted; unlawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non liquet",1,1,1 ], "(of a cause, evidence, etc|) not clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non prosequitur",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a judgment in favour of a defendant when the plaintiff failed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non prosequitur",1,1,1 ], "take the necessary steps in an action within the time allowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "non pros|",1,1,1 ], "non prosequitur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non sequitur",1,1,1 ], "a statement having little or no relevance to what preceded it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non sequitur",1,1,2 ], "a conclusion that does not follow from the premisses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non seq|",1,1,1 ], "non sequitur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non troppo",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by a musical direction, esp| a tempo marking) not to be observed too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non troppo",1,1,1 ], "strictly (esp| in the phrases allegro ma non troppo, adagio ma non troppo)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "non-",1,1,1 ], "indicating negation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-",1,1,2 ], "indicating refusal or failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-",1,1,3 ], "indicating exclusion from a specified class of persons or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-",1,1,4 ], "indicating lack or absence, esp| of a quality associated with what is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-",1,1,4 ], "specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "non-Euclidean geometry",1,1,1 ], "are restated| It introduces fundamental changes into the concept of space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "non-Euclidean geometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of modern geometry in which certain axioms of Euclidean geometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-U",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of language) not characteristic of or used by the upper class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-White",1,1,1 ], "a person not of the Caucasoid or White race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-com",1,1,1 ], "short for noncommissioned officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "non-profit-making" ,1, 1, 1],"not yielding a profit, esp| because organized or established for some other",1). c_DEF([ "non-profit-making" ,1, 1, 1],"reason",2). c_DEF([ "non-pros" ,1, 1, 1],"short for ,non prosequitur",1). c_DEF([ "non-pros" ,1, 2, 2],"to enter a judgment of non prosequitur against (a plaintiff)",1). c_DEF([ "non-striker",1,1,1 ], "the batsman who is not facing the bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nona-",1,1,1 ], "nine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonage",1,1,1 ], "enter into certain transactions, such as the making of binding contracts, marrying," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonage",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nonage",1,1,1 ], "the state of being under any of various ages at which a person may legally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonage",1,1,2 ], "any period of immaturity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonagenarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who is from 90 to 99 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonagenarian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a nonagenarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonaggression",1,1,1,1 ], "restraint of aggression, esp| between states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonaggression",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having nine sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonaligned",1,1,1 ], "(of states, etc|) not part of a major alliance or power bloc, esp| not allied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonaligned",1,1,1 ], "to the U|S|, the Soviet Union, or China" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily fatty acid with a rancid odour: used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "pharmaceuticals, lacquers, and plastics| Formula: CH3(CH\2)7COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonappearance",1,1,1 ], "failure to appear or attend, esp| as a defendant or witness in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonce word",1,1,1 ], "a word coined for a single occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonce",1,1,1 ], "the present time or occasion (now only in the phrase for the nonce)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonce",2,1,1 ], "a rapist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonchalant",1,1,1 ], "casually unconcerned or indifferent; uninvolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncombatant",1,1,1 ], "a civilian in time of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncombatant",1,1,2 ], "a member of the armed forces whose duties do not include fighting, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncombatant",1,1,2 ], "chaplain or surgeon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noncommissioned officer",1,1,1 ], "a person holding a military rank, such as sergeant or corporal, that involves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncommissioned officer",1,1,1 ], "the exercise of authority but does not carry a commission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noncommittal",1,1,1 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noncommittal",1,1,1 ], "not involving or revealing commitment to any particular opinion or course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncommittal",1,1,2 ], "having no outstanding quality, meaning, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonconductor",1,1,1 ], "a substance that is a poor conductor of heat, electricity, or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonconformist",1,1,1 ], "a person who does not conform to generally accepted patterns of behaviour or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonconformist",1,1,1 ], "thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonconformity",1,1,1 ], "failure or refusal to conform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonconformity",1,1,2 ], "absence of agreement or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncontributory",1,1,1 ], "are paid entirely by the employer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noncontributory",1,1,1 ], "denoting an insurance or pension scheme for employees, the premiums of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncontributory",1,1,2 ], "not providing contribution; non-contributing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncooperation",1,1,1 ], "failure or refusal to cooperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noncooperation",1,1,2 ], "refusal to pay taxes, obey government decrees, etc|, as a protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nondescript",1,1,1 ], "features" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nondescript",1,1,1 ], "lacking distinct or individual characteristics; having no outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nondescript",1,2,1 ], "a nondescript person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nondestructive testing",1,1,1 ], "any of several methods of detecting flaws in metals, etc|, without causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nondestructive testing",1,1,1 ], "damage| The most common techniques involve the use of x-rays, gamma rays, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nondestructive testing",1,1,1 ], "ultrasonic vibrations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nondisjunction",1,1,1 ], "cell during meiosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nondisjunction",1,1,1 ], "the failure of paired homologous chromosomes to move to opposite poles of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "none",1,1,1 ], "not any of a particular class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "none",1,1,2 ], "no one; nobody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "none",1,1,3 ], "no part (of a whole); not any (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "none",1,1,4 ], "none other| no other person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "none",1,1,5 ], "none the| in no degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "none",1,1,6 ], "none too| not very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "none",2,1,1 ], "another word for nones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noneffective",1,1,1 ], "not effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noneffective",1,1,2 ], "unfit for or incapable of active military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noneffective",1,2,1 ], "a noneffective person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonego",1,1,1 ], "everything that is outside one's conscious self, such as one's environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonentity",1,1,1 ], "an insignificant person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonentity",1,1,2 ], "a nonexistent thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonentity",1,1,3 ], "the state of not existing; nonexistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonequivalence",1,1,1 ], "the relationship of being unequal or incomparable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonequivalence",1,1,2 ], "the relation between two propositions of which one and only one is true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonequivalence",1,1,3 ], "a function of two propositions that takes the value true only when one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonequivalence",1,1,3 ], "other of the propositions, but not both, is true, and the value false otherwise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nones",1,1,1 ], "(in the Roman calendar) the ninth day before the ides of each month: the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nones",1,1,1 ], "seventh day of March, May, July, and October, and the fifth of each other month" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nones",1,1,2 ], "at the ninth hour of the day, about 3 p|m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nones",1,1,2 ], "the fifth of the seven canonical hours of the divine office, originally fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonessential",1,1,1 ], "not essential; not necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonessential",1,1,2 ], "(of an amino acid in a particular organism) able to be synthesized from other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonessential",1,1,2 ], "substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonessential",1,2,1 ], "a nonessential person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonesuch",1,1,1 ], "a matchless person or thing; nonpareil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonesuch",1,1,2 ], "another name for black medick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonet",1,1,1 ], "a piece of music composed for a group of nine instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonetheless",1,1,1 ], "despite that; however; nevertheless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonevent",1,1,1 ], "a disappointing or insignificant occurrence, esp| one predicted to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonevent",1,1,1 ], "important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonfeasance",1,1,1 ], "a failure to act when under an obligation to do so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonferrous",1,1,1 ], "denoting any metal other than iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonferrous",1,1,2 ], "not containing iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonfiction",1,1,1 ], "writing dealing with facts and events rather than imaginative narration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonfiction",1,1,2 ], "relating to or denoting nonfiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonflammable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of burning or not easily set on fire; not flammable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nong",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or incompetent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonharmonic",1,1,1 ], "not relating to the harmony formed by a chord or chords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%5%4)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 54 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%3%0)| Brit| word: quintillion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 30 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonintervention",1,1,1 ], "affairs of other states or in its own internal disputes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonintervention",1,1,1 ], "refusal to intervene, esp| the abstention by a state from intervening in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonjoinder",1,1,1 ], "either as a plaintiff or as a defendant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonjoinder",1,1,1 ], "the failure to join as party to a suit a person who should have been included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonjuror",1,1,1 ], "a person who refuses to take an oath, as of allegiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonmetal",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of chemical elements that form negative ions, have acidic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonmetal",1,1,1 ], "oxides, and are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonmetallic",1,1,1 ], "not of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonmetallic",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or being a nonmetal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonmoral",1,1,1 ], "not involving or related to morality or ethics; neither moral nor immoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonobjective",1,1,1 ], "of or designating an art movement in which things are depicted in an abstract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonobjective",1,1,1 ], "or purely formalized way, not as they appear in reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonpareil",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is unsurpassed or unmatched; peerless example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonpareil",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a size of printers' type equal to 6 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonpareil",1,1,3 ], "a small bead of coloured sugar used to decorate cakes, biscuits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonpareil",1,1,4 ], "a flat round piece of chocolate covered with this sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonpareil",1,2,1 ], "having no match or equal; peerless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonparous",1,1,1 ], "never having given birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonparticipating",1,1,1 ], "not participating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonparticipating",1,1,2 ], "(of an assurance policy, share, etc|) not carrying the right to share in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonparticipating",1,1,2 ], "company's profit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonpartisan",1,1,1 ], "any one political party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonpartisan",1,1,1 ], "not partisan or aligned, esp| not affiliated to, influenced by, or supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonparty",1,1,1 ], "not connected with any one political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonplus" ,1, 1, 1],"to put at a loss; confound",1). c_DEF([ "nonplus" ,1, 2, 1],"pluses",1). c_DEF([ "nonplus" ,1, 2, 2],"a state of utter perplexity prohibiting action or speech",1). c_DEF([ "nonproductive",1,1,1 ], "(of workers, etc|) not directly responsible for producing goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonproductive",1,1,2 ], "having disappointing results; unproductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonproliferation",1,1,1,1 ], "limitation of the production or spread of something, esp| nuclear or chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonproliferation",1,1,1,1 ], "weapons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonproliferation",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonproliferation",1,1,2 ], "failure or refusal to proliferate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonrepresentational",1,1,1 ], "another word for abstract ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonresident",1,1,1 ], "a person who is not residing in the place implied or specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonresident",1,2,1 ], "not residing in the place specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonresistant",1,1,1 ], "incapable of resisting something, such as a disease; susceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonresistant",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in 17th-century England) practising passive obedience to royal authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonresistant",1,1,2 ], "even when its commands were unjust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonrestrictive",1,1,1 ], "not restrictive or limiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonrestrictive",1,1,2 ], "denoting a relative clause that is not restrictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonreturnable",1,1,1 ], "denoting a container, esp| a bottle, on which no returnable deposit is paid on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonreturnable",1,1,1 ], "purchase of the contents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonrigid",1,1,1 ], "not rigid; flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonrigid",1,1,2 ], "(of the gas envelope of an airship) flexible and held in shape only by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonrigid",1,1,2 ], "internal gas pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonscheduled",1,1,1 ], "not according to a schedule or plan; unscheduled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonscheduled",1,1,2 ], "(of an airline) operating without published flight schedules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense verse",1,1,1 ], "Lear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense verse",1,1,1 ], "verse in which the sense is nonexistent or absurd, such as that of Edward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense",1,1,1 ], "something that has or makes no sense; unintelligible language; drivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense",1,1,2 ], "conduct or action that is absurd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense",1,1,3 ], "foolish or evasive behaviour or manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense",1,1,4 ], "no-nonsense| tolerating no nonsense; businesslike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense",1,1,5 ], "things of little or no value or importance; trash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsense",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonslip",1,1,1 ], "designed to reduce or prevent slipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsmoker",1,1,1 ], "a person who does not smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsmoker",1,1,2 ], "a train compartment in which smoking is forbidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstandard",1,1,1 ], "correct and acceptable by educated native speakers of a language; not standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonstandard",1,1,1 ], "denoting or characterized by idiom, vocabulary, etc|, that is not regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstandard",1,1,2 ], "deviating from a given standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstarter",1,1,1 ], "a horse that fails to run in a race for which it has been entered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstarter",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is useless, has little chance of success, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstative",1,1,1 ], "denoting a verb describing an action rather than a state, as for example throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstative",1,1,1 ], "or thank as opposed to know or hate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonstative",1,2,1 ], "a nonstative verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstick",1,1,1 ], "(of saucepans, frying pans, etc|) coated with a substance such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstick",1,1,1 ], "polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) that prevents food sticking to them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonstop",1,2,1 ], "without making a stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonstriated",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of certain muscle fibres) having no striations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsuch",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of nonesuch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsuit",1,1,1 ], "a good cause of action or fails to produce any evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonsuit",1,1,1 ], "an order of a judge dismissing a suit when the plaintiff fails to show he has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonsuit",1,2,1 ], "to order the dismissal of the suit of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonunion",1,1,1 ], "not belonging or related to a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonunion",1,1,2 ], "not favouring or employing union labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonunion",1,1,3 ], "not produced by union labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonunion",1,2,1 ], "failure of broken bones or bone fragments to heal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonunionism",1,1,1 ], "opposition to trade unionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonverbal communication",1,1,1 ], "do not involve verbal communication but which may include nonverbal aspects of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nonverbal communication",1,1,1 ], "speech itself (accent, tone of voice, speed of speaking, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nonverbal communication",1,1,1 ], "those aspects of communication, such as gestures and facial expressions, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonviolence",1,1,1 ], "abstention from the use of physical force to achieve goals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonvoter",1,1,1 ], "a person who does not vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonvoter",1,1,2 ], "a person not eligible to vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonvoting",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a nonvoter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nonvoting",1,1,2 ], "(of shares, etc|) not entitling the holder to vote at company meetings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noodle",1,1,1 ], "a ribbon-like strip of pasta: noodles are chiefly served in soup or with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noodle",1,1,1 ], "sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noodle",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noodle",2,1,2 ], "a simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nook",1,1,1 ], "a corner or narrow recess, as in a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nook",1,1,2 ], "a secluded or sheltered place; retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noon",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the day; 12 o'clock in the daytime or the time or point at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noon",1,1,1,1 ], "which the sun crosses the local meridian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noon",1,1,2 ], "the highest, brightest, or most important part; culmination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noonday",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the day; noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noonday",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nooning",1,1,1 ], "a midday break for rest or food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nooning",1,1,2 ], "midday; noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noontime",1,1,1,1 ], "the middle of the day; noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noontime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noose",1,1,1 ], "a loop in the end of a rope or cord, such as a lasso, snare, or hangman's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noose",1,1,1 ], "halter, usually tied with a slipknot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noose",1,1,2 ], "something that restrains, binds, or traps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noose",1,1,3 ], "put one's head in a noose| to bring about one's own downfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noose",1,2,1 ], "to secure or catch in or as if in a noose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noose",1,2,2 ], "to make a noose of or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nopal",1,1,1 ], "any of various cacti of the genus Nopalea, esp| the red-flowered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nopal",1,2,1 ], "cochinellifera, which is a host plant of the cochineal insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nopal",1,2,2 ], "a cactus, Opuntia lindheimeri, having yellow flowers and purple fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nope",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for no'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor nee",1,1,1 ], "indicating the maiden name of a married woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor",1,1,1 ], "(used to join alternatives, the first of which is preceded by neither) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor",1,1,1 ], "not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nor",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by an auxiliary verb or have, do, or be used as main verbs)(and)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor",1,1,3 ], "not|||either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor",1,1,4 ], "than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor",1,1,5 ], "neither" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor'wester",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for sou'wester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor'wester",1,1,2 ], "a drink of strong liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound is derived from a specified compound by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nor-",1,1,1 ], "removal of a group or groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nor-",1,1,2 ], "compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nor-",1,1,2 ], "indicating that a chemical compound is a normal isomer of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noradrenaline",1,1,1 ], "a hormone secreted by the adrenal medulla, increasing blood pressure and heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noradrenaline",1,1,1 ], "impulses| Formula: C8H11NO3| U|S| name: norepinephrine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "noradrenaline",1,1,1 ], "rate, and by the endings of sympathetic nerves, where it acts as a transmitter of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "norepinephrine",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for noradrenaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noria",1,1,1 ], "a waterwheel with buckets attached to its rim for raising water from a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noria",1,1,1 ], "into irrigation canals, etc|: common in Spain and the Orient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "norite",1,1,1 ], "a variety of gabbro that has hypersthene as the main ferromagnesian mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nork",1,1,1 ], "a female breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norland",1,1,1 ], "the north part of a country or the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,1 ], "an average level of achievement or performance, as of a group or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,2 ], "a standard of achievement or behaviour that is required, desired, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,2 ], "designated as normal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,3 ], "an established standard of behaviour shared by members of a social group to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,3 ], "which each member is expected to conform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,3,1 ], "of its components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,3,1 ], "the length of a vector expressed as the square root of the sum of the square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,3,2 ], "another name for mode ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norm",1,1,4 ], "the theoretical standard mineral composition of an igneous rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal curve",1,1,1 ], "a symmetrical bell-shaped curve representing the normal distribution and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal curve",1,1,1 ], "showing the probability associated with each variate value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normal distribution",1,1,1 ], "a continuous distribution of a random variable with its mean, median, and mode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal distribution",1,1,1 ], "equal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normal matrix",1,1,1 ], "a square matrix A for which AA,,AA, where A is the Hermitian conjugate of A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal school",1,1,1 ], "U|S| and Canada)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normal school",1,1,1 ], "a school or institution for training teachers (in France, and formerly the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,1 ], "usual; regular; common; typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,2 ], "constituting a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,2,1 ], "being within certain limits of intelligence, educational success or ability," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,2,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,2,2 ], "conforming to the conventions of one's group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,3 ], "(of laboratory animals) maintained in a natural state for purposes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,3 ], "comparison with animals treated with drugs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,4 ], "(of a solution) containing a number of grams equal to the equivalent weight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,4 ], "the solute in each litre of solvent|Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,1,5 ], "another word for perpendicular ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,2,1 ], "the usual, average, or typical state, degree, form, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,2,2 ], "anything that is normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,2,3 ], "a line or plane perpendicular to another line or plane or to the tangent of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normal",1,2,3 ], "curved line or plane at the point of contact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normalize",1,1,1 ], "to bring or make into the normal state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normalize",1,1,2 ], "to bring into conformity with a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normalize",1,1,3 ], "relieve internal stresses; anneal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "normalize",1,1,3 ], "to heat (steel) above a critical temperature and allow it to cool in air to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normally",1,1,1 ], "as a rule; usually; ordinarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normally",1,1,2 ], "in a normal manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normative",1,1,1 ], "implying, creating or prescribing a norm or standard, as in language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "normative",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or based on norms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norm|",1,1,1 ], "normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north by east",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "north by east",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass east of north, 11 degrees 15'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north by east",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north by west",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "north by west",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass west of north, 348 degrees 45'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north by west",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,1,1 ], "one of the four cardinal points of the compass, at 0 degrees or 360 degrees ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,1,1 ], "that is 90 degrees from east and west and 180 degrees from south" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,1,2 ], "the direction along a meridian towards the North Pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,1,3 ], "the direction in which a compass needle points; magnetic north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,1,4 ], "the north| any area lying in or towards the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,2,1 ], "situated in, moving towards, or facing the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of the wind) from the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north",1,3,1 ], "in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north-northeast",1,1,1 ], "22 degrees 30'' clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "north-northeast",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between north and northeast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north-northeast",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north-northwest",1,1,1 ], "337 degrees 30'' clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "north-northwest",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between northwest and north," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "north-northwest",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northbound",1,1,1 ], "going or leading towards the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northcountryman",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the North of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeast by east",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "northeast by east",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass east of northeast, 56 degrees 15'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeast by east",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeast by north",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "northeast by north",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass north of northeast, 33 degrees 45'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeast by north",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 1, 1],"degrees clockwise from north",2). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 1, 1],"the point of the compass or direction midway between north and east, 45",1). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 1, 2],"any area lying in or towards this direction",1). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 2, 1],"(sometimes cap|) of or denoting the northeastern part of a specified country,",1). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 2, 1],"area, etc",2). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 2, 2],"situated in, proceeding towards, or facing the northeast",1). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 2, 3],"(esp| of the wind) from the northeast",1). c_DEF([ "northeast" ,1, 3, 1],"in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the northeast",1). c_DEF([ "northeaster",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind or storm from the northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeasterly" ,1, 2, 1],"in, towards, or (esp| of a wind) from the northeast",1). c_DEF([ "northeasterly" ,1, 3, 2],"a wind or storm from the northeast",1). c_DEF([ "northeastward",1,1,1 ], "towards or (esp| of a wind) from the northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeastward",1,2,1 ], "a direction towards or area in the northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northeastwards",1,1,1 ], "to the northeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "norther",1,1,1 ], "a wind or storm from the north|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northerly" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or situated in the north",1). c_DEF([ "northerly" ,1, 3, 1],"towards or in the direction of the north",1). c_DEF([ "northerly" ,1, 3, 2],"from the north",1). c_DEF([ "northerly" ,1, 4, 2],"a wind from the north",1). c_DEF([ "northern hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "that half of the globe lying north of the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northern hemisphere",1,1,2 ], "that half of the celestial sphere north of the celestial equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northern lights",1,1,1 ], "another name for aurora borealis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northern",1,1,1 ], "situated in or towards the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northern",1,1,2 ], "directed or proceeding towards the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northern",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of winds) proceeding from the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northern",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the north or North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northern",1,1,5 ], "north of the celestial equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northernmost",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring farthest north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northing",1,1,1 ], "movement or distance covered in a northerly direction, esp| as expressed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northing",1,1,1 ], "the resulting difference in latitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "northing",1,1,2 ], "a north or positive declination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northing",1,1,2,1 ], "second half of a map grid reference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "northing",1,1,2,1 ], "the distance northwards of a point from a given parallel indicated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northing",1,1,2,2 ], "a latitudinal grid line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northward",1,1,1 ], "moving, facing, or situated towards the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northward",1,2,1 ], "the northward part, direction, etc|; the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northward",1,3,1 ], "a variant of northwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwest by north",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "northwest by north",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass north of northwest, 326 degrees 15'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwest by north",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwest by west",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "northwest by west",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass south of northwest, 303 degrees 45'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwest by west",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwest" ,1, 1, 1],"315 degrees from north",2). c_DEF([ "northwest" ,1, 1, 1],"the point of the compass or direction midway between north and west, clockwise",1). c_DEF([ "northwest" ,1, 1, 2],"any area lying in or towards this direction",1). c_DEF([ "northwest" ,1, 2, 1],"(sometimes cap|) of or denoting the northwestern part of a specified country,",1). c_DEF([ "northwest" ,1, 2, 1],"area, etc",2). c_DEF([ "northwest" ,1, 4, 1],"in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the northwest| ~",1). c_DEF([ "northwester",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind or storm from the northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwesterly" ,1, 2, 1],"in, towards, or (esp| of a wind) from the northwest",1). c_DEF([ "northwesterly" ,1, 3, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "northwesterly" ,1, 3, 2],"a wind or storm from the northwest",1). c_DEF([ "northwestward",1,1,1 ], "towards or (esp| of a wind) from the northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwestward",1,2,1 ], "a direction towards or area in the northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "northwestwards",1,1,1 ], "towards or (esp| of a wind) from the northwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose cone",1,1,1 ], "the conical forward section of a missile, spacecraft, etc|, designed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose cone",1,1,1 ], "withstand high temperatures, esp| during re-entry into the earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose dive" ,1, 1, 1],"a sudden plunge with the nose or front pointing downwards, esp| of an",1). c_DEF([ "nose dive" ,1, 1, 1],"aircraft",2). c_DEF([ "nose dive" ,1, 1, 2],"a sudden drop or sharp decline",1). c_DEF([ "nose dive" ,1, 2, 1],"n",1). c_DEF([ "nose dive" ,1, 2, 2],"to perform or cause to perform a nose dive",1). c_DEF([ "nose dive" ,1, 2, 3],"to drop suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "nose flute",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the South Sea Islands) a type of flute blown through the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose out",1,1,1 ], "to discover by smelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose out",1,1,2 ], "to discover by cunning or persistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose out",1,1,3 ], "to beat by a narrow margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose rag",1,1,1 ], "a handkerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose ring",1,1,1 ], "a ring fixed through the nose, as for leading a bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel fitted to the forward end of a vehicle, esp| the landing wheel under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose wheel",1,1,1 ], "the nose of an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,1 ], "prominent structure divided into two hair-lined air passages by a median septum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,1 ], "the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,10 ], "lead by the nose| to control; dominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,11 ], "look down one's nose at| Informal| to be contemptuous or disdainful of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,12 ], "pay through the nose| Informal| to pay an exorbitant price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,13 ], "on the nose| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,13,1 ], "(in horse-race betting) to win only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,13,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| precisely; exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,13,3 ], "Austral| bad or bad-smelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,14 ], "under one's nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,14,1 ], "directly in front of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,14,2 ], "unknown to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,15 ], "with one's nose in the air| haughtily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,16 ], "poke, stick, etc|, one's nose into| Informal| to pry into or interfere in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,17 ], "put someone's nose out of joint| Informal| to thwart or offend someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,18 ], "rub someone's nose in it| Informal| to remind someone unkindly of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,18 ], "shortcoming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,19 ], "see no further than one's nose| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,19,1 ], "to be short-sighted; suffer from myopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,19,2 ], "to lack insight or foresight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,2 ], "the sense of smell itself: in hounds and other animals, the ability to follow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,2 ], "trails by scent (esp| in the phrases a good nose, a bad nose)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,20 ], "turn up one's nose Informal| to behave disdainfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,21 ], "(towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,3 ], "instinctive skill or facility, esp| in discovering things (sometimes in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,3 ], "phrase follow one's nose)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,4 ], "any part regarded as resembling a nose in form or function, such as a nozzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,4 ], "or spout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,5 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,5 ], "the forward part of a vehicle, aircraft, etc|, esp| the front end of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,6 ], "narrow margin of victory (in the phrase (win)by a nose)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,7 ], "cut off one's nose to spite one's face| to carry out a vengeful action that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,7 ], "hurts oneself more than another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,8 ], "keep one's nose clean| to stay out of trouble; behave properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,1,9 ], "keep one's nose to the grindstone| to work hard and continuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of horses, dogs, etc|) to rub, touch, or sniff with the nose; nuzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,2,2 ], "to smell or sniff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,3,1 ], "to search (for) by or as if by scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,3,2 ], "to move or cause to move forwards slowly and carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nose",1,4,1 ], "to pry or snoop (into) or meddle (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosebag",1,1,1 ], "a bag, fastened around the head of a horse and covering the nose, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosebag",1,1,1 ], "feed is placed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noseband",1,1,1 ], "the detachable part of a horse's bridle that goes around the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosebleed",1,1,1 ], "bleeding from the nose as the result of injury, etc| Technical name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosebleed",1,1,1 ], "epistaxis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nosegay",1,1,1 ], "a small bunch of flowers; posy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosepiece",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour, esp| part of a helmet, that serves to protect the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosepiece",1,1,2 ], "the connecting part of a pair of spectacles that rests on the nose; bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosepiece",1,1,3 ], "the part of a microscope to which one or more objective lenses are attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosepiece",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for noseband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosey",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of nosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosh",1,1,1 ], "food or a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosh",1,2,1 ], "to eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosh-up",1,1,1 ], "a large and satisfying meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosing",1,1,1 ], "the edge of a step or stair tread that projects beyond the riser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosing",1,1,2 ], "a projecting edge of a moulding, esp| one that is half-round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noso-",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosography",1,1,1 ], "a written classification and description of various diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the classification of diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostalgia",1,1,1 ], "a yearning for the return of past circumstances, events, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostalgia",1,1,2 ], "the evocation of this emotion, as in a book, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostalgia",1,1,3 ], "longing for home or family; homesickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostoc",1,1,1 ], "any blue-green alga of the genus Nostoc, occurring in moist places as rounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostoc",1,1,1 ], "colonies consisting of coiled filaments in a gelatinous substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nostology",1,1,1 ], "another word for gerontology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostril",1,1,1 ], "either of the two external openings of the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostrum",1,1,1 ], "a patent or quack medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nostrum",1,1,2 ], "a favourite remedy, as for political or social problems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosy parker",1,1,1 ], "a prying person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosy",1,1,1 ], "nosier, nosiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nosy",1,1,2 ], "prying or inquisitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "not proven",1,1,1 ], "a third verdict available to Scottish courts, returned when there is evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "not proven",1,1,1 ], "against the defendant but insufficient to convict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "not",1,1,1,1 ], "used to negate the sentence, phrase, or word that it modifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "not",1,1,1,2 ], "they cannot go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "not",1,1,2 ], "not that| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "not",1,1,3 ], "(archaic): not but what| which is not to say or suppose that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "not",1,2,1 ], "used to indicate denial, negation, or refusal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "not-",1,1,1 ], "variant of noto- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nota bene",1,1,1 ], "note well; take note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notability",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being notable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notability",1,1,2 ], "a distinguished person; notable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notable",1,1,1 ], "worthy of being noted or remembered; remarkable; distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notable",1,2,1 ], "a notable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notarize",1,1,1 ], "to attest to or authenticate (a document, contract, etc|), as a notary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notary public",1,1,1 ], "a public official, usually a solicitor, who is legally authorized to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notary public",1,1,1 ], "administer oaths, attest and certify certain documents, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notary",1,1,1 ], "a notary public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notary",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a clerk licensed to prepare legal documents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notary",1,1,3 ], "a clerk or secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notate",1,1,1 ], "to write (esp| music) in notation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notation",1,1,1 ], "any series of signs or symbols used to represent quantities or elements in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notation",1,1,1 ], "specialized system, such as music or mathematics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of notating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notation",1,1,2,1 ], "the act of noting down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notation",1,1,2,2 ], "a note or record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,1,1 ], "a V-shaped cut or indentation; nick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,1,2 ], "a cut or nick made in a tally stick or similar object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,1,3 ], "a narrow pass or gorge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,1,4 ], "a step or level (esp| in the phrase a notch above)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,2,1 ], "to cut or make a notch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,2,2 ], "to record with or as if with a notch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,2,3 ], "(usually foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notch",1,2,4 ], "to score or achieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note of hand",1,1,1 ], "another name for promissory note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note row",1,1,1 ], "another name for tone row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note value",1,1,1 ], "another term for time value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,1 ], "a brief summary or record in writing, esp| a jotting for future reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,10 ], "Chiefly Brit| a musical sound of definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,10 ], "fundamental frequency or pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,11 ], "a key on a piano, organ, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,12 ], "a sound, as from a musical instrument, used as a signal or warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,13 ], "short for promissory note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,14 ], "a tune or melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,15 ], "of note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,15,1 ], "distinguished or famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,15,2 ], "worth noticing or paying attention to; important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,16 ], "strike the right note| to behave appropriately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,17 ], "(or inappropriately)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,18 ], "take note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,19 ], "(often foll| by of) to observe carefully; pay close attention (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,2 ], "a brief letter, usually of an informal nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,3 ], "a formal written communication, esp| from one government to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,4 ], "a short written statement giving any kind of information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,5 ], "a critical comment, explanatory statement, or reference in the text of a book," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,5 ], "often preceded by a number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,6 ], "short for bank note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,7 ], "a characteristic element or atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,8 ], "a distinctive vocal sound, as of a species of bird or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,9 ], "any of a series of graphic signs representing a musical sound whose pitch is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,9 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,1,9 ], "indicated by position on the stave and whose duration is indicated by the sign's shape," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,2,1 ], "to notice; perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,2,2 ], "to pay close attention to; observe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,2,3 ], "to make a written note or memorandum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,2,4 ], "to make particular mention of; remark upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,2,5 ], "to write down (music, a melody, etc|) in notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "note",1,2,6 ], "a less common word for annotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notebook",1,1,1 ], "a book for recording notes or memoranda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notebook",1,1,2 ], "a book for registering promissory notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notecase",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for wallet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noted",1,1,1 ], "distinguished; celebrated; famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noted",1,1,2 ], "of special note or significance; noticeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notelet",1,1,1 ], "a folded card with a printed design on the front, for writing a short informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notelet",1,1,1 ], "letter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notepaper",1,1,1 ], "paper for writing letters; writing paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notes inegales",1,1,1 ], "(in French baroque music, etc|) notes written down evenly but executed as if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notes inegales",1,1,1 ], "they were divided into pairs of long and short notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notes inegales",1,1,2 ], "the style of playing in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notes",1,1,1 ], "short descriptive or summarized jottings taken down for future reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notes",1,1,2 ], "a record of impressions, reflections, etc|, esp| as a literary form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noteworthy",1,1,1 ], "worthy of notice; notable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,1 ], "no thing; not anything, as of an implied or specified class of things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,10 ], "in nothing flat| Informal| in almost no time; very quickly or soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,11 ], "nothing but| no more than; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,12 ], "compliance with a request, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,12 ], "nothing doing| Informal| an expression of dismissal, disapproval, lack of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,13 ], "nothing if not| at the very least; certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,14 ], "nothing less than or nothing short of| downright; truly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,15 ], "(there''s) nothing for it| Brit| an expression of resignation to some course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,15 ], "of action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,16 ], "there's nothing like| a general expression of praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,17 ], "there's nothing to it| it is very simple, easy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,18 ], "think nothing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,18,1 ], "to regard as simple or easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,18,2 ], "to have a very low opinion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,19 ], "to say nothing of| not to mention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,2 ], "no part or share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,20 ], "stop at nothing| to do anything; be ruthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,3 ], "a matter of no importance or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,4 ], "indicating the absence of anything perceptible; nothingness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,5 ], "indicating the absence of meaning, value, worth, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,6 ], "zero quantity; nought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,7 ], "be nothing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,7,1 ], "not to concern or be significant to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,7,2 ], "to be not nearly as good, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,8 ], "have or be nothing to do with| to have no connection with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,9 ], "have (got) nothing on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,9,1 ], "to have no engagements to keep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,9,2 ], "to compare unfavourably with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,1,9,3 ], "to be undressed or naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,2,1 ], "in no way; not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,3,1 ], "a person or thing of no importance or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothing",1,3,2 ], "sweet nothings| words of endearment or affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothingness",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being nothing; nonexistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothingness",1,1,2 ], "absence of consciousness or life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothingness",1,1,3 ], "complete insignificance or worthlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nothingness",1,1,4 ], "something that is worthless or insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice board",1,1,1 ], "a board on which notices, advertisements, bulletins, etc|, are displayed| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice board",1,1,1 ], "name: bulletin board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,1 ], "the act of perceiving; observation; attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,10 ], "a theatrical or literary review" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,2 ], "take notice| to pay attention; attend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,3 ], "take no notice of| to ignore or disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,4 ], "information about a future event; warning; announcement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,5 ], "a displayed placard or announcement giving information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,6 ], "advance notification of intention to end an arrangement, contract, etc|, as of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,6 ], "renting or employment (esp| in the phrase give notice)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,7 ], "at short, two hours', etc|, notice| with notification only a little, two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,7 ], "hours, etc|, in advance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,8 ], "dismissal from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,1,9 ], "favourable, interested, or polite attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,2,1 ], "to become conscious; aware of; perceive; note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,3,1 ], "to point out or remark upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,4,1 ], "to pay polite or interested attention to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notice",1,5,1 ], "to recognize or acknowledge (an acquaintance, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noticeable",1,1,1 ], "easily seen or detected; perceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notifiable",1,1,1 ], "denoting certain infectious diseases, such as smallpox and tuberculosis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notifiable",1,1,1 ], "outbreaks of which must be reported to the public health authorities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notification",1,1,1 ], "the act of notifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notification",1,1,2 ], "a formal announcement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notification",1,1,3 ], "something that notifies; a notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to inform of; tell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notify",1,1,2 ], "to draw attention to; make known; announce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notion",1,1,1 ], "a vague idea; impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notion",1,1,2 ], "an idea, concept, or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notion",1,1,3 ], "an inclination or whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notional",1,1,1 ], "relating to, expressing, or consisting of notions or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notional",1,1,2 ], "abstract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notional",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of a notion or concept, esp| in being speculative or imaginary;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notional",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a word)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notional",1,1,3 ], "having lexical meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notional",1,1,3,2 ], "another word for semantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notions",1,1,1 ], "pins, cotton, ribbon, and similar wares used for sewing, etc|; haberdashery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notitia",1,1,1 ], "a register or list, esp| of ecclesiastical districts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noto-",1,1,1 ], "the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notochord",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous longitudinal rod in all embryo and some adult chordate animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notochord",1,1,1 ], "immediately above the gut, that supports the body| It is replaced in adult vertebrates by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notochord",1,1,1 ], "the vertebral column" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "notorious",1,1,1 ], "well-known for some bad or unfavourable quality, deed, etc|; infamous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notorious",1,1,2 ], "generally known or widely acknowledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notornis",1,1,1 ], "a rare flightless rail of the genus Notornis, of New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nototherium",1,1,1 ], "an extinct Pleistocene rhinoceros-sized marsupial of the genus Nototherium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nototherium",1,1,1 ], "related to the wombats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notour",1,1,1 ], "(in Scots law) short for notorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notour",1,1,2 ], "A notour bankrupt is one who has failed to discharge his debts within the days" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notour",1,1,2 ], "of grace allowed by the court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notum",1,1,1 ], "a cuticular plate covering the dorsal surface of a thoracic segment of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notum",1,1,1 ], "insect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "notwithstanding",1,1,1 ], "in spite of; despite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notwithstanding",1,2,1 ], "despite the fact that; although" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "notwithstanding",1,3,1 ], "in spite of that; nevertheless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nougat",1,1,1 ], "a hard chewy pink or white sweet containing chopped nuts, cherries, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nought" ,1, 1, 3],"another name for zero: used esp| in counting or numbering|~n|, adj|, adv",1). c_DEF([ "nought" ,1, 1, 4],"a variant spelling of naught",1). c_DEF([ "noughts and crosses",1,1,1 ], "a game in which two players, one using a nought, O, the other a cross, X," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noughts and crosses",1,1,1 ], "alternately mark one square out of nine formed by two pairs of crossed lines, the winner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noughts and crosses",1,1,1 ], "being the first to get three of his symbols in a row| U|S| terms: tick-tack-toe," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "noughts and crosses",1,1,1 ], "crisscross" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "noumenon",1,1,1 ], "a thing as it is in itself, not perceived or interpreted, incapable of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noumenon",1,1,1 ], "but thought by Kant to be of fundamental importance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "noumenon",1,1,1 ], "known in practice or in principle, and so existing only as a matter of speculation," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noumenon",1,1,2 ], "the object of a purely intellectual intuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noun phrase",1,1,1 ], "a constituent of a sentence that consists of a noun and any modifiers it may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noun phrase",1,1,1 ], "have, a noun clause, or a word, such as a pronoun, that takes the place of a noun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noun",1,1,1,1 ], "a word or group of words that refers to a person, place, or thing or any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noun",1,1,1,1 ], "syntactically similar word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noun",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nourish",1,1,1 ], "to provide with the materials necessary for life and growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nourish",1,1,2 ], "to support or encourage (an idea, feeling, etc|); foster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nourishment",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of nourishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nourishment",1,1,2 ], "a substance that nourishes; food; nutriment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nous",1,1,1 ], "mind or reason, esp| when regarded as the principle governing all things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nous",1,1,2 ], "common sense; intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nouveau riche",1,1,1 ], "(often pl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nouveau riche",1,1,2 ], "and preceded by the) a person who has acquired wealth recently and is regarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nouveau riche",1,1,2 ], "as vulgarly ostentatious or lacking in social graces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nouveau riche",1,2,1 ], "of or characteristic of the nouveaux riches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nouveau roman",1,1,1 ], "another term for anti-roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nova",1,1,1 ], "a faint variable star that undergoes an explosion and fast increase of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nova",1,1,1 ], "luminosity, decreasing to its original luminosity in months or years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novaculite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained dense hard rock containing quartz and feldspar: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novaculite",1,1,1 ], "whetstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novation",1,1,1 ], "between the parties, esp| of one debtor or creditor for another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novation",1,1,1 ], "the substitution of a new obligation for an old one by mutual agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novation",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for innovation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novel",1,1,1 ], "an extended work in prose, either fictitious or partly so, dealing with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novel",1,1,1 ], "character, action, thought, etc|, esp| in the form of a story" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novel",1,1,2 ], "the| the literary genre represented by novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novel",1,1,3 ], "a short story or novella, as one of those in the Decameron of Boccaccio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novel",2,1,1 ], "of a kind not seen before; fresh; new; original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novel",3,1,1 ], "a new decree or an amendment to an existing statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelese",1,1,1 ], "a style of writing characteristic of poor novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelette",1,1,1 ], "an extended prose narrative story or short novel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelette",1,1,2 ], "a novel that is regarded as being slight, trivial, or sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelette",1,1,3 ], "a short piece of lyrical music, esp| one for the piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelettish",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of a novelette; trite or sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelist",1,1,1 ], "a writer of novels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelistic",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of novels, esp| in style or method of treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelize",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a true story, film, etc|) into a novel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novella",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a short narrative tale, esp| a popular story having a moral or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novella",1,1,1 ], "satirical point, such as those in Boccaccio's Decameron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novella",1,1,2 ], "a short novel; novelette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelty",1,1,1,1 ], "the quality of being new and fresh and interesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelty",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelty",1,1,2 ], "a new or unusual experience or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novelty",1,1,3 ], "a small usually cheap new toy, ornament, or trinket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novena",1,1,1 ], "a devotion consisting of prayers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novercal",1,1,1 ], "stepmotherly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novice",1,1,1 ], "a person who is new to or inexperienced in a certain task, situation, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novice",1,1,1 ], "beginner; tyro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novice",1,1,2 ], "a probationer in a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novice",1,1,3 ], "a sportsman, esp| an oarsman, who has not won a recognized prize, performed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novice",1,1,3 ], "an established level, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novice",1,1,4 ], "a racehorse, esp| a steeplechaser or hurdler, that has not won a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novice",1,1,4 ], "number of races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novitiate",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a novice, esp| in a religious order, or the period for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novitiate",1,1,1 ], "which this lasts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "novitiate",1,1,2 ], "the part of a religious house where the novices live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "novitiate",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for novice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,1 ], "at or for the present time or moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,10 ], "now thenPOS sentcon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,11 ], "used to preface an important remark, the next step in an argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,11,2 ], "an expression of mild reproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,2 ], "at this exact moment; immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,3 ], "in these times; nowadays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,4 ], "given the present circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,5 ], "(preceded by just) very recently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,6 ], "(often preceded by just) very soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,7 ], "(every) now and again or then| occasionally; on and off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,8 ], "for now| for the time being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,1,9 ], "now now! an exclamation used to rebuke or pacify someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,2,1 ], "seeing that; since it has become the case that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,3,1,1 ], "used as a transitional particle or hesitation word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,3,1,2 ], "used for emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,3,1,3 ], "used at the end of a command, esp| in dismissal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "now",1,4,1 ], "the present moment or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowadays",1,1,1 ], "in these times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noway",1,1,1 ], "in no manner; not at all; nowise| Also (not standard): noways|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowhence",1,1,1 ], "from no place; from nowhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowhere",1,1,1 ], "in, at, or to no place; not anywhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowhere",1,1,2 ], "get nowhere Informal| to fail completely to make any progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowhere",1,1,3 ], "nowhere near| far from; not nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowhere",1,2,1 ], "a nonexistent or insignificant place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowhere",1,2,2 ], "middle of nowhere| a completely isolated, featureless, or insignificant place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowhither",1,1,1 ], "to no place; to nowhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowise",1,1,1 ], "another word for noway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowt",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nowt",2,1,1 ], "a dialect word for cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noxious",1,1,1 ], "poisonous or harmful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noxious",1,1,2 ], "harmful to the mind or morals; corrupting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noyade",1,1,1 ], "execution by drowning, esp| as practised during the Reign of Terror at Nantes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "noyade",1,1,1 ], "from 1793 to 1794" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "noyau",1,1,1 ], "a liqueur made from brandy flavoured with nut kernels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nozzle",1,1,1 ], "a projecting pipe or spout from which fluid is discharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nozzle",1,1,2 ], "a pipe or duct, esp| in a jet engine or rocket, that directs the effluent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nozzle",1,1,2 ], "accelerates or diffuses the flow to generate thrust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nozzle",1,1,3 ], "a socket, such as the part of a candlestick that holds the candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nr|",1,1,1 ], "near| p" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nth",1,1,1 ], "of or representing an unspecified ordinal number, usually the greatest in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nth",1,1,1 ], "series of values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nth",1,1,2 ], "being the last, most recent, or most extreme of a long series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nth",1,1,3 ], "to the nth degree| Informal| to the utmost extreme; as much as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nt| wt|",1,1,1 ], "net weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nu",1,1,1 ], "as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nu",1,1,1 ], "the 13th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GN, #Gn), a consonant, transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuance",1,1,1 ], "a subtle difference in colour, meaning, tone, etc|; a shade or graduation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nub",1,1,1 ], "a small lump or protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nub",1,1,2 ], "a small piece or chunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nub",1,1,3 ], "the point or gist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nub",1,1,4 ], "a small fibrous knot in yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nubbin",1,1,1 ], "something small or undeveloped, esp| a fruit or ear of corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nubble",1,1,1 ], "a small lump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nubile",1,1,1 ], "(of a girl or woman) ready or suitable for marriage by virtue of age or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nubile",1,1,1 ], "maturity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nubile",1,1,2 ], "sexually attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucellus",1,1,1 ], "the central part of a plant ovule containing the embryo sac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucha",1,1,1 ], "the back or nape of the neck|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear bomb",1,1,1 ], "a bomb whose force is due to uncontrolled nuclear fusion or nuclear fission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear energy",1,1,1 ], "energy released during a nuclear reaction as a result of fission or fusion and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear energy",1,1,1 ], "the conversion of mass into energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear family",1,1,1 ], "a primary social unit consisting of parents, their offspring, and one or both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear family",1,1,1 ], "grandparents or a marital partner of one of the offspring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear fission",1,1,1 ], "of energy| Sometimes shortened to fission" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear fission",1,1,1 ], "spontaneously or as a result of the impact of a particle usually with an associated release" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear fission",1,1,1 ], "the splitting of an atomic nucleus into approximately equal parts, either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear fuel",1,1,1 ], "a fuel that provides nuclear energy, used in nuclear power stations, nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear fuel",1,1,1 ], "submarines, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear fusion",1,1,1 ], "a reaction in which two nuclei combine to form a nucleus with the release of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear fusion",1,1,1 ], "energy| Sometimes shortened to fusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear isomer",1,1,1 ], "the more formal name for isomer ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear magnetic resonance",1,1,1 ], "a technique for determining the magnetic moments of nuclei by subjecting a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear magnetic resonance",1,1,1 ], "as a method of determining structure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear magnetic resonance",1,1,1 ], "substance to high-frequency radiation and a large magnetic field| The technique is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear physics",1,1,1 ], "nucleus and the particles of which it consists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear physics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the structure and behaviour of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear power",1,1,1 ], "power, esp| electrical or motive, produced by a nuclear reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear reaction",1,1,1 ], "a process in which the structure and energy content of an atomic nucleus is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear reaction",1,1,1 ], "changed by interaction with another nucleus or particle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear reactor",1,1,1 ], "a device in which a nuclear reaction is maintained and controlled for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear reactor",1,1,1 ], "production of nuclear energy| Sometimes shortened to reactor|Former name: atomic pile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or involving the nucleus of an atom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or contained within the nucleus of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, forming, or resembling any other kind of nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear",1,1,4 ], "nuclei" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear",1,1,4 ], "of, concerned with, or operated by energy from fission or fusion of atomic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclear",1,1,5 ], "involving, concerned with, or possessing nuclear weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclease",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse nucleic acids to simple nucleotides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleate",1,1,1 ], "having a nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleate",1,2,1 ], "to form a nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclei",1,1,1 ], "the plural of nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of complex compounds with a high molecular weight that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleic acid",1,1,1 ], "vital constituents of all living cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuclein",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of proteins, containing phosphorus, that occur in the nuclei of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclein",1,1,1 ], "living cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleo-",1,1,1 ], "nucleus or nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleo-",1,1,2 ], "nucleic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleolus",1,1,1 ], "a small rounded body within a resting nucleus that contains RNA and proteins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleolus",1,1,1 ], "and is involved in protein synthesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleon number",1,1,1 ], "another name for mass number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleon",1,1,1 ], "a proton or neutron, esp| one present in an atomic nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleonics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the applications of nuclear energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleophilic",1,1,1 ], "(nucleophiles) are molecules, atoms, and ions that behave as electron donors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleophilic",1,1,1 ], "having or involving an affinity for positive charge| Nucleophilic reagents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the protoplasm constituting the nucleus of a plant or animal cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleoprotein",1,1,1 ], "a compound within a cell nucleus that consists of a protein bound to a nucleic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleoprotein",1,1,1 ], "acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleoside",1,1,1 ], "a compound containing a purine or pyrimidine base linked to a sugar (usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleoside",1,1,1 ], "ribose or deoxyribose)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleotide",1,1,1 ], "a compound consisting of a nucleoside linked to phosphoric acid| Nucleic acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleotide",1,1,1 ], "are made up of long chains (polynucleotides) of such compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,1 ], "a central or fundamental part or thing around which others are grouped; core" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,2 ], "a centre of growth or development; basis; kernel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,3 ], "a spherical or ovoid cellular organelle, bounded by a membrane, that consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,3 ], "of DNA, RNA, etc|, and is responsible for growth and reproduction of the cell and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,3 ], "the transmission of hereditary material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,4 ], "any of various groups of nerve cells in the central nervous system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,5 ], "and tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,5 ], "particles of ice and frozen gases, which vaporize on approaching the sun to form the coma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,5 ], "the central portion in the head of a comet, consisting of small solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,6 ], "protons and neutrons, about which electrons orbit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,6 ], "the positively charged dense region at the centre of an atom, composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,7 ], "a fundamental group of atoms in a molecule serving as the base structure for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,7 ], "related compounds and remaining unchanged during most chemical reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,7,1 ], "the central point of a starch granule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,7,2 ], "a rare name for nucellus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,8 ], "frictionless continuant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nucleus",1,1,8 ], "the most sonorous part of a syllable, usually consisting of a vowel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuclide",1,1,1 ], "a species of atom characterized by its atomic number and its mass number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuddy",1,1,1 ], "Informal, chiefly Brit| and Austral| in the nude; naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nude",1,1,1 ], "completely unclothed; undressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nude",1,1,2 ], "having no covering; bare; exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nude",1,1,2,1 ], "lacking some essential legal requirement, esp| supporting evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nude",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a contract, agreement, etc|) made without consideration and void unless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nude",1,1,2,2 ], "under seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nude",1,2,1 ], "the state of being naked (esp| in the phrase in the nude)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nude",1,2,2 ], "a naked figure, esp| in painting, sculpture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudge",1,1,1 ], "to push or poke (someone) gently, esp| with the elbow, to get attention; jog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudge",1,1,2 ], "to push slowly or lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudge",1,2,1 ], "a gentle poke or push" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudi-",1,1,1 ], "naked or bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudibranch",1,1,1 ], "any marine gastropod of the order Nudibranchia, characterized by a shell-less," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudibranch",1,1,1 ], "often beautifully coloured, body bearing external gills and other appendages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nudicaul",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having stems without leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of nudity, esp| for reasons of health, religion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudity",1,1,1 ], "the state or fact of being nude; nakedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudity",1,1,2 ], "a nude figure, esp| in art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nudum pactum",1,1,1 ], "an agreement made without consideration and void unless made under seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nugatory",1,1,1 ], "of little value; trifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nugatory",1,1,2 ], "not valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuggar",1,1,1 ], "a sailing boat used to carry cargo on the Nile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nugget",1,1,1 ], "a small piece or lump, esp| of gold in its natural state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nugget",1,1,2 ], "something small but valuable or excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nugget",1,2,1 ], "Austral| to pick out (nuggets, etc|) from the surface of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuggety",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a nugget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuggety",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) thickset stocky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuisance",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that causes annoyance or bother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuisance",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuisance",1,1,2 ], "large (public nuisance) or to an individual, esp| in relation to his ownership or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuisance",1,1,2 ], "occupation of property (private nuisance)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nuisance",1,1,2 ], "something unauthorized that is obnoxious or injurious to the community at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuke",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear bomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "a hypothesis that is to be tested against another but is to be nullified in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "favour of the alternative, subject to a given level of error" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,1 ], "without legal force; invalid;(esp| in the phrase null and void)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,2 ], "without value or consequence; useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,3 ], "lacking distinction; characterless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,4 ], "nonexistent; amounting to nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,4,1 ], "quantitatively zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,4,2 ], "relating to zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,4,3 ], "(of a set) having no members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,4,4 ], "(of a sequence) having zero as a limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,5 ], "has a zero reading, as with a Wheatstone bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "null",1,1,5 ], "involving measurement in which conditions are adjusted so that an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nulla-nulla",1,1,1 ], "a wooden club used by Aborigines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullah",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a stream or drain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullifidian",1,1,1 ], "a person who has no faith or belief; sceptic; disbeliever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullifidian",1,2,1 ], "having no faith or belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to render legally void or of no effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullify",1,1,2 ], "to render ineffective or useless; cancel out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullipara",1,1,1 ], "a woman who has never borne a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullipore",1,1,1 ], "any of several red seaweeds that secrete and become encrusted with calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullipore",1,1,1 ], "carbonate: family Rhodophyceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nullity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being null" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullity",1,1,2 ], "a null or legally invalid act or instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nullity",1,1,3 ], "something null, ineffective, characterless, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numb",1,1,1 ], "deprived of feeling through cold, shock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numb",1,1,2 ], "unable to move; paralysed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numb",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of or resembling numbness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numb",1,2,1 ], "to make numb; deaden, shock, or paralyse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numbat",1,1,1 ], "a small Australian marsupial, Myrmecobius fasciatus, having a long snout and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numbat",1,1,1 ], "called: banded anteater" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "numbat",1,1,1 ], "tongue and strong claws for hunting and feeding on termites: family Dasyuridae| Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number line",1,1,1 ], "(in number theory) an infinite line on which points are taken to represent the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number line",1,1,1 ], "real numbers by their distance from a reference point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number off",1,1,1 ], "a rank of soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number off",1,1,1 ], "to call out or cause to call out one's number or place in a sequence, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number one",1,1,1 ], "an informal phrase for oneself, myself, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number one",1,2,1 ], "first in importance, urgency, quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number theory",1,1,1 ], "integers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number theory",1,1,1 ], "the study of integers, their properties, and the relationship between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number work",1,1,1 ], "primary level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number work",1,1,1 ], "simple arithmetic and similar mathematical procedures as used and studied at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "a collection of units, or zero| Every number occupies a unique position in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "a concept of quantity that is or can be derived from a single unit, the sum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "algebraic number" ,8 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "can be a rational number or an irrational number;a rational number is either an" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "can be arranged in a hierarchical classification: every number is a complex" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "integer or a fraction, while an irrational number can be a transcendental number or an" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "number;a complex number is either an imaginary number or a real number, and the latter" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,1 ], "sequence, enabling it to be used in counting| It can be assigned to one or more sets that" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,10 ], "a grammatical category for the variation in form of nouns, pronouns, and any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,10 ], "esp| as singular or plural in number and in some languages dual or trial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,10 ], "words agreeing with them, depending on how many persons or things are referred to," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,11 ], "any number of| several or many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,12 ], "by numbers| Military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,13 ], "(of a drill procedure, etc|) performed step by step, each move being made on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,13 ], "the call of a number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,14 ], "character or intentions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,14 ], "get or have someone's number| U|S| informal| to discover a person's true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,15 ], "in numbers| in large numbers; numerously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,16 ], "one's number is up| Brit| informal| one is finished; one is dead or ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,17 ], "without or beyond number| of too great a quantity to be counted; innumerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,2 ], "the symbol used to represent a number; numeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,3 ], "a numeral or string of numerals used to identify a person or thing, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,3 ], "numerical order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,4 ], "the person or thing so identified or designated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,5 ], "the sum or quantity of equal or similar units or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,6 ], "one of a series, as of a magazine or periodical; issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,6,1 ], "a self-contained piece of pop or jazz music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,6,2 ], "a self-contained part of an opera or other musical score, esp| one for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,6,2 ], "stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,7 ], "a group or band of people, esp| an exclusive group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,8 ], "a person, esp| a sexually attractive girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,1,9 ], "an admired article, esp| an item of clothing for a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,2,1 ], "to assign a number to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,2,2 ], "to add up to; total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,2,3 ], "to list (items) one by one; enumerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,2,4 ], "to put or be put into a group, category, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "number",1,2,5 ], "to limit the number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numberless",1,1,1 ], "too many to be counted; countless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numberless",1,1,2 ], "not containing or consisting of numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numberplate",1,1,1 ], "a plate mounted on the front and back of a motor vehicle bearing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numberplate",1,1,1 ], "registration number| Usual U|S| term: license plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "numbfish",1,1,1 ], "any of several electric rays, such as Narcine tasmaniensis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numbles",1,1,1 ], "the heart, lungs, liver, etc|, of a deer or other animal, cooked for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numbskull",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of numskull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numdah",1,1,1 ], "a coarse felt made in India, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numdah",1,1,2 ], "a saddle pad made from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numdah",1,1,3 ], "an embroidered rug made from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numen",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in ancient Roman religion) a deity or spirit presiding over a thing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numen",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "numen",1,1,2 ], "a guiding principle, force, or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerable",1,1,1 ], "able to be numbered or counted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numeral",1,1,1 ], "110" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "numeral",1,1,1 ], "a symbol or group of symbols used to express a number: for example, 6 , VI ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numeral",1,2,1 ], "of, consisting of, or denoting a number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerate",1,1,1 ], "able to use numbers, esp| in arithmetical operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerate",1,3,1 ], "to read (a numerical expression)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerate",1,3,2 ], "a less common word for enumerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numeration",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of writing, reading, or naming numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numeration",1,1,2 ], "a system of numbering or counting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerator",1,1,1 ], "the dividend of a fraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerator",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that numbers; enumerator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerical analysis",1,1,1 ], "a branch of mathematics concerned with methods, usually iterative, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerical analysis",1,1,1 ], "obtaining solutions to problems by means of a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "numerical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a number or numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerical",1,1,2 ], "measured or expressed in numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerical",1,1,2,1 ], "containing or using constants, coefficients, terms, or elements represented by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerical",1,1,2,1 ], "numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "numerical",1,1,2,2 ], "another word for absolute (sense 11a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerology",1,1,1 ], "supposed influence on human affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "numerology",1,1,1 ], "the study of numbers, such as the figures in a birth date, and of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerous",1,1,1 ], "being many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numerous",1,1,2 ], "consisting of many units or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numinous",1,1,1 ], "denoting, being, or relating to a numen; divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numinous",1,1,2 ], "arousing spiritual or religious emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numinous",1,1,3 ], "mysterious or awe-inspiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numismatics",1,1,1 ], "the study or collection of coins, medals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numismatist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies or collects coins, medals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numis|",1,1,1 ], "numismatic(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nummary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nummular",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a coin; disc-shaped; circular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nummulite",1,1,1 ], "Tertiary times: order Foraminifera (foraminifers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nummulite",1,1,1 ], "any of various large fossil protozoans of the family Nummulitidae, common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numnah",1,1,1 ], "another word for numdah 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "numskull",1,1,1 ], "a stupid person; dolt; blockhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "num|",1,1,1 ], "number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "num|",1,1,2 ], "numeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nun buoy",1,1,1 ], "a red buoy, conical at the top, marking the right side of a channel leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nun buoy",1,1,1 ], "into a harbour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nun",1,1,1 ], "a female member of a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nun",1,1,2 ], "a variety of domestic fancy pigeon having a black-and-white plumage with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nun",1,1,2 ], "ridged peak or cowl of short white feathers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nun",2,1,1 ], "the 14th letter in the Hebrew alphabet ( or, at the end of a word, )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nun",2,1,1 ], "transliterated as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nun's cloth",1,1,1 ], "a thin soft plain-weave silk or worsted fabric used for veils, dresses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nunatak",1,1,1 ], "an isolated mountain peak projecting through the surface of surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nunatak",1,1,1 ], "glacial ice and supporting a distinct fauna and flora after recession of the ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nunciature",1,1,1 ], "the office or term of office of a nuncio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuncio",1,1,1 ], "a diplomatic representative of the Holy See, ranking above an internuncio and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuncio",1,1,1 ], "esp| having ambassadorial status" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuncle",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for uncle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuncupative",1,1,1 ], "(of a will) declared orally by the testator and later written down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nunhood",1,1,1 ], "the condition, practice, or character of a nun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nunhood",1,1,2 ], "nuns collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nunnery",1,1,1 ], "the convent or religious house of a community of nuns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nunny bag",1,1,1 ], "a small sealskin haversack, used chiefly in Newfoundland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuptial",1,1,1 ], "relating to marriage; conjugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuptial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to mating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuptials",1,1,1 ], "a marriage ceremony wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse shark",1,1,1 ], "any of various sharks of the family Orectolobidae, such as Ginglymostoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse shark",1,1,1 ], "between the mouth and nostril" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nurse shark",1,1,1 ], "cirratum of the Atlantic Ocean, having an external groove on each side of the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,1,1 ], "a person, usually a woman, who tends the sick, injured, or infirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,1,2 ], "short for nursemaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,1,3 ], "a woman employed to breast-feed another woman's child; wet nurse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,1,4 ], "a worker in a colony of social insects that takes care of the larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,1 ], "to tend (the sick)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,2 ], "to feed (a baby) at the breast; suckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,3 ], "to try to cure (an ailment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,4 ], "to clasp carefully or fondly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,5 ], "(of a baby) to suckle at the breast (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,6 ], "to look after (a child) as one's employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,7 ], "to harbour; preserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurse",1,2,8 ], "to keep (the balls) together for a series of cannons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursemaid",1,1,1 ], "a woman or girl employed to look after someone else's children| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursemaid",1,1,1 ], "shortened to nurse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nursery rhyme",1,1,1 ], "a short traditional verse or song for children, such as Little Jack Horner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery school",1,1,1 ], "a school for young children, usually from three to five years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery slopes",1,1,1 ], "gentle slopes used by beginners in skiing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery stakes",1,1,1 ], "a race for two-year-old horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,1,1 ], "a room in a house set apart for use by children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,2 ], "a place where plants, young trees, etc|, are grown commercially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,3 ], "an establishment providing residential or day care for babies and very young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,3 ], "children; creche" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,4 ], "short for nursery school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,5 ], "anywhere serving to foster or nourish new ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,5,1 ], "a series of cannons with the three balls adjacent to a cushion, esp| near a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,5,1 ], "corner pocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nursery",1,1,5,2 ], "a cannon in such a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurseryman",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or works in a nursery in which plants are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursing bottle",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for feeding bottle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursing father",1,1,1 ], "another name for a foster father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursing home",1,1,1 ], "a private hospital or residence staffed and equipped to care for aged or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursing home",1,1,1 ], "infirm persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nursing home",1,1,2 ], "a private maternity home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursing mother",1,1,1 ], "another name for a foster mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursing mother",1,1,2 ], "a mother who is breast-feeding her baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nursling",1,1,1 ], "a child or young animal that is being suckled, nursed, or fostered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurture",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of promoting the development, etc|, of a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurture",1,1,2 ], "something that nourishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurture",1,1,3 ], "the environmental factors that partly determine the structure of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurture",1,2,1 ], "to feed or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nurture",1,2,2 ], "to educate or train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nut oil",1,1,1 ], "oil obtained from walnuts, hazelnuts, etc|, used in paints and varnishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nut pine",1,1,1 ], "and California, having edible nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nut pine",1,1,1 ], "either of two varieties of the pine tree Pinus cembroides, of Mexico, Arizona," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 10],"another word for ,en",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 11],"a small usually gingery biscuit",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 12],"a small piece of coal",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 1],"a dry one-seeded indehiscent fruit that usually possesses a woody wall",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar fruit, such as the walnut, having a hard shell and an edible",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 2],"kernel",2). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"an eccentric person",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"a person who is mentally disturbed",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 3],"the edible kernel of such a fruit",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 4],"a slang word for the ,head",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 5],"do one's nut| Brit| slang| to be extremely angry; go into a rage",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 6],"off one's nut| Slang| mad, crazy, or foolish",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 7],"a person or thing that presents difficulties (esp| in the phrase a tough or",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 7],"hard nut to crack)",2). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 8],"a small metallic block, usually hexagonal or square, with an internal screw",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 8],"thread enabling it to be fitted onto a bolt",2). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"etc|, over which the strings pass to the tuning pegs",2). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"the ledge or ridge at the upper end of the fingerboard of a violin, cello,",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"the end of a violin bow that is held by the player",1). c_DEF([ "nut" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to gather nuts",1). c_DEF([ "nutant",1,1,1 ], "having the apex hanging down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutation",1,1,1 ], "a periodic variation in the precession of the earth's axis causing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutation",1,1,1 ], "earth's poles to oscillate about their mean position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutation",1,1,2 ], "the spiral growth of a shoot, tendril, or similar plant organ, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutation",1,1,2 ], "variation in the growth rate in different parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutation",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of nodding the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutbrown",1,1,1 ], "of a brownish colour, esp| a reddish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutcase",1,1,1 ], "an insane or very foolish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutcracker",1,1,1 ], "a device for cracking the shells of nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutcracker",1,1,2 ], "either of two birds, Nucifraga caryocatactes of the Old World or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutcracker",1,2,1 ], "columbianus of North America, having speckled plumage and feeding on nuts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutcracker",1,2,1 ], "seeds, etc|: family Corvidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutcracker",1,2,2 ], "(crows)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutgall",1,1,1 ], "a nut-shaped gall caused by gall wasps on the oak and other trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuthatch",1,1,1 ], "and bill, and feeding on insects, seeds, and nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuthatch",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the family Sittidae, esp| Sitta europaea, having strong feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuthouse",1,1,1 ], "a mental hospital or asylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutlet",1,1,1 ], "any of the one-seeded portions of a fruit, such as a labiate fruit, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutlet",1,1,1 ], "fragments when mature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutlet",1,1,2 ], "the stone of a drupe, such as a plum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutlet",1,1,3 ], "a small nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutmeg",1,1,1 ], "an East Indian evergreen tree, Myristica fragrans, cultivated in the tropics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutmeg",1,1,1 ], "for its hard aromatic seed: family Myristicaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutmeg",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this tree, used as a spice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutmeg",1,1,3 ], "any of several similar trees or their fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutmeg",1,1,4 ], "a greyish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutria",1,1,1 ], "another name for coypu, esp| the fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutria",1,1,2 ], "a brown colour with a grey tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutrient",1,1,1 ], "any of the mineral substances that are absorbed by the roots of plants for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutrient",1,1,1 ], "nourishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutrient",1,1,2 ], "any substance that nourishes an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutrient",1,2,1 ], "providing or contributing to nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutriment",1,1,1 ], "any material providing nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutrition",1,1,1 ], "a process in animals and plants involving the intake of nutrient materials and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutrition",1,1,1 ], "their subsequent assimilation into the tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutrition",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of nourishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutrition",1,1,3 ], "the study of nutrition, esp| in humans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutritionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who specializes in nutrition and the nutritive value of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutritionist",1,1,1 ], "foods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nutritious",1,1,1 ], "nourishing, sometimes to a high degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutritive",1,1,1 ], "providing nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutritive",1,1,2 ], "of, concerning, or promoting nutrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutritive",1,2,1 ], "a nutritious food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuts and bolts",1,1,1 ], "the essential or practical details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuts",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuts",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by about or on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuts",1,1,3 ], "extremely fond (of) or enthusiastic (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuts",1,2,1 ], "an expression of disappointment, contempt, refusal, or defiance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuts",1,3,1 ], "a taboo slang word for testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutshell",1,1,1 ], "the shell around the kernel of a nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutshell",1,1,2 ], "in a nutshell| in essence; briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutter",1,1,1 ], "a mad or eccentric person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutting",1,1,1 ], "the act or pastime of gathering nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutty",1,1,2 ], "containing or abounding in nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutty",1,1,3 ], "resembling nuts, esp| in taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutty",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutty",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by over or about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutty",1,1,6 ], "extremely fond (of) or enthusiastic (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various nut-bearing trees, such as walnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nutwood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nux vomica",1,1,1 ], "an Indian spiny loganiaceous tree, Strychnos nux-vomica, with orange-red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nux vomica",1,1,1 ], "berries containing poisonous seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nux vomica",1,1,2 ], "alkaloids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nux vomica",1,1,2 ], "any of the seeds of this tree, which contain strychnine and other poisonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nux vomica",1,1,3 ], "a medicine manufactured from the seeds of this tree, formerly used as a heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nux vomica",1,1,3 ], "stimulant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nuzzle",1,1,1 ], "to push or rub gently against the nose or snout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuzzle",1,2,1 ], "to nestle; lie close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nuzzle",1,3,1 ], "to dig out with the snout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nv",1,1,1 ], "a mass of porous ice, formed from snow, that has not yet become frozen into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nv",1,1,1 ], "glacier ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nv",1,1,2 ], "a snow field at the head of a glacier that becomes transformed to ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyala",1,1,1 ], "a spiral-horned southern African antelope, Tragelaphus angasi, with a fringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyala",1,1,1 ], "of white hairs along the length of the back and neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nyala",1,1,2 ], "mountain nyala| a similar and related Ethiopian animal, T| buxtoni, lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyala",1,1,2 ], "the white crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nyanza",1,1,1 ], "(in E Africa) a lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyctaginaceous",1,1,1 ], "flower" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nyctaginaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Nyctaginaceae, a family of mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyctaginaceous",1,1,1 ], "tropical plants, including bougainvillea, having large coloured bracts surrounding each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nyctalopia",1,1,1 ], "inability to see normally in dim light| Nontechnical name: night blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyctinasty",1,1,1 ], "a nastic movement, such as the closing of petals, that occurs in response to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyctinasty",1,1,1 ], "the alternation of day and night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nyctitropism",1,1,1 ], "a tendency of some plant parts to assume positions at night that are different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nyctitropism",1,1,1 ], "from their daytime positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nyctophobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal dread of night or darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nye",1,1,1 ], "a flock of pheasants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nylghau",1,1,1 ], "another name for nilgai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nylon",1,1,1 ], "a class of synthetic polyamide materials made by copolymerizing dicarboxylic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nylon",1,1,1 ], "acids with diamines| They can be moulded into a variety of articles, such as combs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nylon",1,1,1 ], "and machine parts| Nylon monofilaments are used for bristles, etc|, and nylon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nylon",1,1,1 ], "fibres can be spun into yarn" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "nylon",1,1,1,1 ], "yarn or cloth made of nylon, used for clothing, stockings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nylon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nylons",1,1,1 ], "stockings made of nylon or other man-made material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymph",1,1,1 ], "a spirit of nature envisaged as a beautiful maiden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymph",1,1,2 ], "a beautiful young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymph",1,1,3 ], "adult without a pupal stage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nymph",1,1,3 ], "apart from having underdeveloped wings and reproductive organs, and develops into the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nymph",1,1,3 ], "the larva of insects such as the dragonfly and mayfly| It resembles the adult," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nympha",1,1,1 ], "either one of the labia minora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymphaeaceous",1,1,1 ], "including the water lilies, that grow in water or marshes and have typically floating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nymphaeaceous",1,1,1 ], "leaves and showy flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "nymphaeaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Nymphaeaceae, a family of plants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymphalid",1,1,1 ], "any butterfly of the family Nymphalidae, typically having brightly coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymphalid",1,1,1 ], "wings: includes the fritillaries, tortoiseshells, red admiral, and peacock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nymphalid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Nymphalidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymphet",1,1,1 ], "a young girl who is sexually precocious and desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nympho",1,1,1 ], "short for nymphomaniac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nympholepsy",1,1,1 ], "a state of violent emotion, esp| when associated with a desire for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nympholepsy",1,1,1 ], "that one cannot have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "nympholept",1,1,1 ], "a person afflicted by nympholepsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nymphomania",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally intense and persistent desire in a woman for sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nystagmus",1,1,1 ], "an involuntary movement of the eyeball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nystatin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic obtained from the bacterium Streptomyces noursei: used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "nystatin",1,1,1 ], "treatment of infections caused by certain fungi, esp| Candida albicans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,1 ], "natus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,2 ], "neuter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,3 ], "new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,4 ], "nominative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,5 ], "noon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,6 ], "note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,7 ], "noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|",1,1,8 ], "number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|b|",1,1,1 ], "no ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|d|",1,1,1 ], "no date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|l|",1,1,1 ], "new line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|l|",1,1,2 ], "non licet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|l|",1,1,3 ], "non liquet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|m|",1,1,1 ], "nautical mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|o|",1,1,1 ], "not out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|p|",1,1,1 ], "new paragraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|p|",1,1,2 ], "nisi prius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|p|",1,1,3 ], "no place of publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|s|",1,1,1 ], "new series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "n|s|",1,1,2 ], "not specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o" ,1, 1, 1],"Os",1). c_DEF([ "o" ,1, 1, 2],"the 15th letter and fourth vowel of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "o" ,1, 1, 3],"any of several speech sounds represented by this letter, in English as in",1). c_DEF([ "o" ,1, 1, 3],"code, pot, cow, move, or form",2). c_DEF([ "o" ,1, 1, 4],"another name for nought",1). c_DEF([ "o' ",1,1,1 ], "shortened form of of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o'clock",1,1,1 ], "night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "o'clock",1,1,1 ], "used after a number from one to twelve to indicate the hour of the day or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o'clock",1,1,2 ], "observer, twelve o'clock being directly ahead or overhead and other positions being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "o'clock",1,1,2 ], "obtained by comparisons with a clock face" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "o'clock",1,1,2 ], "used after a number to indicate direction or position relative to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o'er",1,2,1 ], "a poetic contraction of over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o-",1,1,1 ], "short for ortho- ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o/c",1,1,1 ], "overcharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oaf",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or loutish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak apple",1,1,1 ], "any of various brownish round galls on oak trees, containing the larva of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak apple",1,1,1 ], "certain wasps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,1 ], "any deciduous or evergreen tree or shrub of the fagaceous genus Quercus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,1 ], "having acorns as fruits and lobed leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,1,1 ], "furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,1,1 ], "the wood of any of these trees, used esp| as building timber and for making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,2 ], "and Jerusalem oak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,2 ], "any of various trees that resemble the oak, such as the poison oak, silky oak," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,3 ], "anything made of oak, esp| a heavy outer door to a set of rooms in an Oxford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,3 ], "or Cambridge college" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,4 ], "the leaves of an oak tree, worn as a garland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oak",1,1,5 ], "the dark brownish colour of oak wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oaken",1,1,1 ], "made of the wood of the oak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oakum",1,1,1 ], "loose fibre obtained by unravelling old rope, used esp| for caulking seams in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oakum",1,1,1 ], "wooden ships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oar",1,1,1 ], "a long shaft of wood for propelling a boat by rowing, having a broad blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oar",1,1,1 ], "certain kinds of ancient sailing boats" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oar",1,1,1 ], "that is dipped into and pulled against the water| Oars were also used for steering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oar",1,1,2 ], "short for oarsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oar",1,1,3 ], "put one's oar in| to interfere or interrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oar",1,2,1 ], "to row or propel with or as if with oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oared",1,1,1 ], "equipped with oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oared",1,1,2 ], "having oars as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oarfish",1,1,1 ], "a very long ribbonfish, Regalecus glesne, with long slender ventral fins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oarlock",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for rowlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oarsman",1,1,1 ], "a man who rows, esp| one who rows in a racing boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oasis",1,1,1 ], "a fertile patch in a desert occurring where the water table approaches or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oasis",1,1,1 ], "reaches the ground surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oasis",1,1,2 ], "a refuge; haven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oast",1,1,1 ], "a kiln for drying hops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oast",1,1,2 ], "a building containing such kilns, usually having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oast",1,1,2 ], "conical or pyramidal roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oat grass",1,1,1 ], "Danthonia, of Eurasia and N| Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oat grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various oatlike grasses, esp| of the genera Arrhenatherum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,1 ], "an erect annual grass, Avena sativa, grown in temperate regions for its edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,1 ], "seed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,2 ], "the seeds or fruits of this grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,3 ], "any of various other grasses of the genus Avena, such as the wild oat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,4 ], "a flute made from an oat straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,5 ], "feel one's oats| U|S| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,5,1 ], "to feel exuberant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,5,2 ], "to feel self-important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,6 ], "get one's oats| Slang| to have sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oat",1,1,7 ], "sow one's oats| to indulge in adventure or promiscuity during youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oatcake",1,1,1 ], "a brittle unleavened cake of oatmeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oaten",1,1,1 ], "made of oats or oat straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,1 ], "a solemn pronouncement to affirm the truth of a statement or to pledge a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,1 ], "person to some course of action, often involving a sacred being or object as witness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,2 ], "the form of such a pronouncement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,3 ], "an irreverent or blasphemous expression, esp| one involving the name of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,3 ], "deity; curse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,4 ], "on, upon, or under oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,4,1 ], "under the obligation of an oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,4,2 ], "Law| having sworn to tell the truth, usually with one's hand on the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,5 ], "evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oath",1,1,5 ], "take an oath| to declare formally with an oath or pledge, esp| before giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oatmeal",1,1,1 ], "meal ground from oats, used for making porridge, oatcakes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oatmeal",1,1,1,1 ], "a greyish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oatmeal",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ob-",1,1,1 ], "inverse or inversely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oba",1,1,1 ], "(in W Africa) a Yoruba chief or ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obbligato" ,1, 1, 1],"not to be omitted in performance",1). c_DEF([ "obbligato" ,1, 2, 2],"an essential part in a score",1). c_DEF([ "obb|",1,1,1 ], "obbligato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obconic",1,1,1 ], "(of a fruit or similar part) shaped like a cone and attached at the pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obconic",1,1,1 ], "end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obcordate",1,1,1 ], "heart-shaped and attached at the pointed end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obdt|",1,1,1 ], "obedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obdurate",1,1,1 ], "not easily moved by feelings or supplication; hard-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obdurate",1,1,2 ], "impervious to persuasion, esp| to moral persuasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obeah",1,1,1 ], "another word for obi'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obedience",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being obedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obedience",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of obeying; dutiful or submissive behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obedience",1,1,3 ], "the authority vested in a Church or similar body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obedience",1,1,4 ], "the collective group of persons submitting to this authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obedient",1,1,1 ], "obeying or willing to obey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obedientiary",1,1,1 ], "the holder of any monastic office under the superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obeisance",1,1,1 ], "an attitude of deference or homage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obeisance",1,1,2 ], "a gesture expressing obeisance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obelisk",1,1,1 ], "a stone pillar having a square or rectangular cross section and sides that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obelisk",1,1,1 ], "taper towards a pyramidal top, often used as a monument in ancient Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obelisk",1,1,2 ], "another name for dagger ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obelize",1,1,1 ], "to mark (a word or passage) with an obelus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obelus",1,1,1 ], "a mark (&- or &:) used in editions of ancient documents to indicate spurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obelus",1,1,1 ], "words or passages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obelus",1,1,2 ], "another name for dagger ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obese",1,1,1 ], "excessively fat or fleshy; corpulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obey",1,1,1 ], "to carry out (instructions or orders); comply with (demands)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obey",1,1,2 ], "to behave or act in accordance with (one's feelings, whims, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obfuscate",1,1,1 ], "to obscure or darken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obfuscate",1,1,2 ], "to perplex or bewilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obi",1,1,1 ], "a broad sash tied in a large flat bow at the back, worn by Japanese women and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obi",1,1,1 ], "children as part of the national costume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obi",2,1,1 ], "West Indies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obi",2,1,1 ], "a kind of witchcraft originating in Africa and practised by the Negroes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obi",2,1,2 ], "a charm or amulet used in this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obit",1,1,1 ], "short for obituary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obit",1,1,2 ], "a memorial service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obiter dictum",1,1,1 ], "an observation by a judge on some point of law not directly in issue in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obiter dictum",1,1,1 ], "but nevertheless of persuasive authority" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "obiter dictum",1,1,1 ], "case before him and thus neither requiring his decision nor serving as a precedent," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obiter dictum",1,1,2 ], "any comment, remark, or observation made in passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obituary",1,1,1 ], "a published announcement of a death, often accompanied by a short biography of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obituary",1,1,1 ], "the dead person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "object ball",1,1,1 ], "any ball except the cue ball, esp| one which the striker aims to hit with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object ball",1,1,1 ], "cue ball|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "object glass",1,1,1 ], "another name for objective ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object language",1,1,1 ], "a language described by or being investigated by another language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object lesson",1,1,1 ], "a practical demonstration of some principle or ideal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object program",1,1,1 ], "a computer program transcribed from the equivalent source program into machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object program",1,1,1 ], "language by the compiler or assembler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,1 ], "a tangible and visible thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing seen as a focus or target for feelings, thought, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,3 ], "an aim, purpose, or objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,4 ], "a ridiculous or pitiable person, spectacle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,5 ], "that towards which cognition is directed, esp| the external world as opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,5 ], "to the ego" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,6 ], "a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase whose referent is the recipient of the action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,6 ], "of a verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,7 ], "a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase that is governed by a preposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",1,1,8 ], "no object| not a hindrance or obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",2,1,1 ], "to state as an objection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "object",2,2,1 ], "to raise or state an objection (to); present an argument (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objectify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to represent concretely; present as an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objection",1,1,1 ], "an expression, statement, or feeling of opposition or dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objection",1,1,2 ], "a cause for such an expression, statement, or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objection",1,1,3 ], "the act of objecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objectionable",1,1,1 ], "unpleasant, offensive, or repugnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective genitive",1,1,1 ], "a use of the genitive case to express an objective relationship, as in Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective genitive",1,1,1 ], "timor mortis (fear of death)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "objective point",1,1,1 ], "a place or position towards which forces are directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,1 ], "concept, idea, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,1 ], "existing independently of perception; being a material object as opposed to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,2 ], "undistorted by emotion or personal bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,3 ], "feelings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to actual and external phenomena as opposed to thoughts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,4 ], "(of disease symptoms) perceptible to persons other than the individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,4 ], "affected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,5 ], "It's me), and in nonstandard use as part of a compound subject (as in John, Larry," ,6 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,5 ], "and me went fishing)" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,5 ], "cases, that is used to identify the direct object of a finite verb or preposition and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,5 ], "denoting a case of nouns and pronouns, esp| in languages having only two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,5 ], "for various other purposes| In English the objective case of pronouns is also used" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,5 ], "gerund (as in It was me helping him), informally as a predicate complement (as in" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,5 ], "in many elliptical constructions (as in Poor me! Who, him??), as the subject of a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,1,6 ], "of, or relating to a goal or aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,2,1 ], "the object of one's endeavours; goal; aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,2,2 ], "an actual phenomenon; reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,2,2,1 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,2,2,1 ], "the lens or combination of lenses nearest to the object in an optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,2,2,1 ], "the objective case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,2,2,2 ], "a word or speech element in the objective case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objective",1,2,2,2 ], "the lens or combination of lenses forming the image in a camera or projector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objectivism",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to stress what is objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objectivism",1,1,2 ], "correspond with it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "objectivism",1,1,2 ], "the philosophical doctrine that reality is objective, and that sense data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objet d'art",1,1,1 ], "a small object considered to be of artistic worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objet trouv",1,1,1 ], "any ordinary object considered from an aesthetic viewpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "objurgate",1,1,1 ], "to scold or reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obj|",1,1,1 ], "object(ive)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obj|",1,1,2 ], "objection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblanceolate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of leaves) having a broad rounded apex and a tapering base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblast",1,1,1 ], "Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oblast",1,1,1 ], "an administrative and territorial division in some republics of the Soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblate",1,1,1 ], "having an equatorial diameter of greater length than the polar diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblate",2,1,1 ], "a person dedicated to a monastic or religious life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblation",1,1,1 ], "the offering of the bread and wine of the Eucharist to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblation",1,1,2 ], "any offering made for religious or charitable purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligate",1,1,1 ], "to compel, constrain, or oblige morally or legally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligate",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) to bind (property, funds, etc|) as security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligate",1,2,1 ], "compelled, bound, or restricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligate",1,2,2 ], "able to exist under only one set of environmental conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,1 ], "a moral or legal requirement; duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,2 ], "the act of obligating or the state of being obligated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,2,1 ], "a legally enforceable agreement to perform some act, esp| to pay money, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,2,1 ], "a written contract containing a penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,2,1 ], "the benefit of another party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,2,2 ], "an instrument acknowledging indebtedness to secure the repayment of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,2,2 ], "borrowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing to which one is bound morally or legally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,4 ], "something owed in return for a service or favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligation",1,1,5 ], "a service or favour for which one is indebted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligato",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of obbligato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligatory",1,1,1 ], "required to be done, obtained, possessed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligatory",1,1,2 ], "of the nature of or constituting an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblige",1,1,1 ], "means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oblige",1,1,1 ], "to bind or constrain (someone to do something) by legal, moral, or physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblige",1,2,1 ], "to make indebted or grateful to (someone) by doing a favour or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblige",1,2,2 ], "to do a service or favour to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligee",1,1,1 ], "a person in whose favour an obligation, contract, or bond is created;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligee",1,1,1 ], "creditor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obligee",1,1,2 ], "a person who receives a bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obliging",1,1,1 ], "ready to do favours; agreeable; kindly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligor",1,1,1 ], "a person who binds himself by contract to perform some obligation; debtor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obligor",1,1,2 ], "a person who gives a bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique angle",1,1,1 ], "an angle that is not a right angle or any multiple of a right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique narration",1,1,1 ], "another name for indirect speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique sailing",1,1,1 ], "a ship's movement on a course that is not due north, south, east, or west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,1 ], "at an angle; slanting; sloping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,1,1 ], "(of lines, planes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,2 ], "neither perpendicular nor parallel to one another or to another line, plane," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,2,2 ], "not related to or containing a right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,3 ], "indirect or evasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,4 ], "denoting any case of nouns, pronouns, etc|, other than the nominative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,5 ], "having asymmetrical sides or planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,6 ], "(of a map projection) constituting a type of zenithal projection in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,6 ], "equator and the poles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,1,6 ], "plane of projection is tangential to the earth's surface at some point between the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,2,1 ], "something oblique, esp| a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,2,2 ], "another name for solidus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,2,3 ], "the act of changing course by less than 90 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,3,1 ], "to take or have an oblique direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblique",1,3,2 ], "(of a military formation) to move forward at an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obliquity",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being oblique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obliquity",1,1,2 ], "a deviation from the perpendicular or horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obliquity",1,1,3 ], "a moral or mental deviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obliquity",1,1,4 ], "equator, equal to approximately 23 degrees 27'' at present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obliquity",1,1,4 ], "the angle between the plane of the earth's orbit and that of the celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obliterate",1,1,1 ], "to destroy every trace of wipe out completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblivion",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being forgotten or disregarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblivion",1,1,2 ], "the state of being mentally withdrawn or blank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblivion",1,1,3 ], "an intentional overlooking, esp| of political offences; amnesty; pardon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblivious",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) unaware or forgetful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblong",1,1,1 ], "having an elongated, esp| rectangular, shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oblong",1,2,1 ], "a figure or object having this shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obloquy",1,1,1 ], "defamatory or censorious statements, esp| when directed against one person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obloquy",1,1,2 ], "disgrace brought about by public abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obl|",1,1,1 ], "oblique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obl|",1,1,2 ], "oblong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obmutescence",1,1,1 ], "persistent silence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obnoxious",1,1,1 ], "extremely unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obnoxious",1,1,2 ], "exposed to harm, injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obnubilate",1,1,1 ], "to darken or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oboe d'amore",1,1,1 ], "a type of oboe pitched a minor third lower than the oboe itself| It is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oboe d'amore",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in the performance of baroque music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oboe da caccia",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete member of the oboe family; the predecessor of the cor anglais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oboe",1,1,1 ], "a woodwind instrument of the family that includes the bassoon and cor anglais," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oboe",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a conical tube fitted with a mouthpiece having a double reed| It has a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oboe",1,1,1 ], "middle C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "oboe",1,1,1 ], "penetrating nasal tone| Range: about two octaves plus a sixth upwards from B flat below" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oboe",1,1,2 ], "a person who plays this instrument in an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obolus",1,1,1 ], "a modern Greek unit of weight equal to one tenth of a gram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obolus",1,1,2 ], "a silver coin of ancient Greece worth one sixth of a drachma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obovate",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf or similar flat part) shaped like the longitudinal section of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obovate",1,1,1 ], "egg with the narrower end at the base inversely ovate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obovoid",1,1,1 ], "(of a fruit or similar solid part) egg-shaped with the narrower end at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obovoid",1,1,1 ], "base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obreption",1,1,1 ], "the obtaining of something, such as a gift, by giving false information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscene",1,1,1 ], "offensive or outrageous to accepted standards of decency or modesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscene",1,1,2 ], "(of publications, etc|) having a tendency to deprave or corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscene",1,1,3 ], "disgusting; repellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscenity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being obscene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscenity",1,1,2 ], "an obscene act, statement, work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscurant",1,1,1 ], "an opposer of reform and enlightenment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscurant",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to an obscurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscurant",1,2,2 ], "causing obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,1,1 ], "unclear or abstruse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,1,2 ], "indistinct, vague, or indefinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,1,3 ], "inconspicuous or unimportant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,1,4 ], "hidden, secret, or remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,1,5 ], "(of a vowel) reduced to or transformed into a neutral vowel (@@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,1,6 ], "gloomy, dark, clouded, or dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,2,1 ], "to make unclear, vague, or hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,2,2 ], "to cover or cloud over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,2,3 ], "sound represented by (@@)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,2,3 ], "to pronounce (a vowel) with articulation that causes it to become a neutral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscure",1,3,1 ], "a rare word for obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscurity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscurity",1,1,2 ], "an obscure person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obscurum per obscurius",1,1,1 ], "another term for ignotum per ignotius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsecrate",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for beseech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsequent",1,1,1 ], "(of a river) flowing into a subsequent stream in the opposite direction to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsequent",1,1,1 ], "original slope of the land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obsequies",1,1,1 ], "funeral rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsequious",1,1,1 ], "obedient or attentive in an ingratiating or servile manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsequious",1,1,2 ], "submissive or compliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observance",1,1,1 ], "recognition of or compliance with a law, custom, practice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observance",1,1,2 ], "the act of such recognition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observance",1,1,3 ], "a ritual, ceremony, or practice, esp| of a religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observance",1,1,4 ], "observation or attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observance",1,1,5 ], "rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "observance",1,1,5 ], "the degree of strictness of a religious order or community in following its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observance",1,1,6 ], "respectful or deferential attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observant",1,1,1 ], "paying close attention to detail; watchful or heedful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observant",1,1,2 ], "adhering strictly to rituals, ceremonies, laws, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation car",1,1,1 ], "a railway carriage fitted with large expanses of glass to provide a good view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation car",1,1,1 ], "of the scenery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "observation post",1,1,1 ], "a position from which observations can be made or from which fire can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation post",1,1,1 ], "directed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,1 ], "the act of observing or the state of being observed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,2 ], "a comment or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,3 ], "detailed examination of phenomena prior to analysis, diagnosis, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,3 ], "interpretation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,4 ], "the facts learned from observing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for observance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,5,1 ], "a sight taken with an instrument to determine the position of an observer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,5,1 ], "relative to that of a given heavenly body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "observation",1,1,5,2 ], "the data so taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observatory",1,1,1 ], "an institution or building specially designed and equipped for observing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observatory",1,1,1 ], "meteorological and astronomical phenomena" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "observatory",1,1,2 ], "any building or structure providing an extensive view of its surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observe",1,1,1 ], "to see; perceive; notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observe",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to watch (something) carefully; pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observe",1,1,2 ], "attention to (something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "observe",1,1,3 ], "to make observations of (something), esp| scientific ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observe",1,1,4 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by on or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observe",1,1,5 ], "when tr|, may take a clause as object) to make a comment or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observe",1,2,1 ], "to abide by, keep, or follow (a custom, tradition, law, holiday, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that observes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observer",1,1,2 ], "a person who attends a conference, etc|, solely to note the proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "observer",1,1,3 ], "a person trained to identify aircraft, esp| a member of an aircrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsess",1,1,1 ], "to preoccupy completely haunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsession",1,1,1 ], "a persistent idea or impulse that continually forces its way into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsession",1,1,1 ], "consciousness, esp| one associated with anxiety and mental illness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obsession",1,1,2 ], "a persistent preoccupation, idea, or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsession",1,1,3 ], "the act of obsessing or the state of being obsessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsidian",1,1,1 ], "a dark glassy volcanic rock formed by very rapid solidification of lava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsolesce",1,1,1 ], "to become obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsolescent",1,1,1 ], "becoming obsolete or out of date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsolete",1,1,1 ], "out of use or practice; not current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsolete",1,1,2 ], "out of date; unfashionable or outmoded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obsolete",1,1,3 ], "(of parts, organs, etc|) vestigial rudimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstacle race",1,1,1 ], "a race in which competitors have to negotiate various obstacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstacle",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that opposes or hinders something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstacle",1,1,2 ], "a fence or hedge used in show jumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstetric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to childbirth or obstetrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstetrician",1,1,1 ], "a physician who specializes in obstetrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstetrics",1,1,1 ], "before and after childbirth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obstetrics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with childbirth and the treatment of women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstet|",1,1,1 ], "obstetric(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstinacy",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstinacy",1,1,2 ], "an obstinate act, attitude, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstinate",1,1,1 ], "adhering fixedly to a particular opinion, attitude, course of action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstinate",1,1,2 ], "self-willed or headstrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstinate",1,1,3 ], "difficult to subdue or alleviate; persistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstipation",1,1,1 ], "a severe form of constipation, usually resulting from obstruction of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstipation",1,1,1 ], "intestinal tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obstreperous",1,1,1 ], "noisy or rough, esp| in resisting restraint or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruct",1,1,1 ], "to block (a road, passageway, etc|) with an obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruct",1,1,2 ], "to make (progress or activity) difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruct",1,1,3 ], "to impede or block a clear view of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruction",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that obstructs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruction",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of obstructing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruction",1,1,3 ], "delay of business, esp| in a legislature by means of procedural devices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruction",1,1,4 ], "the act of unfairly impeding an opposing player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruction",1,1,5 ], "the state or condition of being obstructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstructionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who deliberately obstructs business, etc|, esp| in a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruent",1,1,1 ], "causing obstruction, esp| of the intestinal tract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obstruent",1,2,1 ], "anything that causes obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obs|",1,1,1 ], "obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obs|",1,1,2 ], "observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obs|",1,1,3 ], "observatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obs|",1,1,4 ], "obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtain",1,1,1 ], "to gain possession of; acquire; get" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtain",1,2,1 ], "to be customary, valid, or accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtain",1,3,1 ], "to arrive at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtain",1,4,1 ], "to win a victory; succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtaining by deception",1,1,1 ], "or misrepresentation of facts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obtaining by deception",1,1,1 ], "the offence of dishonestly obtaining the property of another by some deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtect",1,1,1 ], "(of a pupa) encased in a hardened secretion so that the wings, legs, etc|, are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtect",1,1,1 ], "held immovably to the body, as in butterflies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obtest",1,2,1 ], "to beg (someone) earnestly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtest",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtest",1,2,3 ], "when intr|, may be foll| by with or against) to object; protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtest",1,3,1 ], "to call (a supernatural power) to witness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtrude",1,1,1 ], "to push (oneself, one's opinions, etc|) on others in an unwelcome way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtrude",1,2,1 ], "to push out or forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtrusive",1,1,1 ], "obtruding or tending to obtrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtrusive",1,1,2 ], "sticking out; protruding; noticeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtund",1,1,1 ], "to deaden or dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obturate",1,1,1 ], "to stop up (an opening, esp| the breech of a gun)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtuse",1,1,1 ], "mentally slow or emotionally insensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtuse",1,1,1,1 ], "(of an angle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtuse",1,1,2 ], "lying between 90 degrees and 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtuse",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a triangle) having one interior angle greater than 90 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtuse",1,1,3 ], "not sharp or pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtuse",1,1,4 ], "indistinctly felt, heard, etc|; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obtuse",1,1,5 ], "(of a leaf or similar flat part) having a rounded or blunt tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,1,1 ], "facing or turned towards the observer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,1,2 ], "forming or serving as a counterpart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,1,3 ], "(of certain plant leaves) narrower at the base than at the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,2,1 ], "a counterpart or complement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,2,2 ], "a proposition inferred from another by replacing the original subject and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,2,2 ], "correct" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,2,2 ], "predicate by their contradictions, as with no sum is incorrect inferred from every sum is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obverse",1,2,3 ], "the side of a coin that bears the main design or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvert",1,1,1 ], "to deduce the obverse of (a proposition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvert",1,1,2 ], "to turn so as to show the main or other side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obviate",1,1,1 ], "to do away with or counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvious",1,1,1 ], "easy to see or understand; evident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvious",1,1,2 ], "exhibiting motives, feelings, intentions, etc|, clearly or without subtlety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvious",1,1,3 ], "naive or unsubtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvious",1,1,4 ], "being or standing in the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvolute",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves or petals in the bud) folded so that the margins overlap each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "obvolute",1,1,1 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "obvolute",1,1,2 ], "turned in or rolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ob|",1,1,1 ], "(on tombstones, etc|) obiit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ob|",1,1,2 ], "obiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ob|",1,1,3 ], "oboe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oca",1,1,1 ], "any of various South American herbaceous plants of the genus Oxalis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oca",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for their edible tubers: family Oxalidaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocarina",1,1,1 ], "an egg-shaped wind instrument with a protruding mouthpiece and six to eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocarina",1,1,1 ], "finger holes, producing an almost pure tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by of) the time of a particular happening or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by for) a reason or cause (to do or be something); grounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,3 ], "an opportunity (to do something); chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,4 ], "a special event, time, or celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,5 ], "on occasion| every so often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,6 ], "demands of a situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,6 ], "rise to the occasion| to have the courage, wit, etc|, to meet the special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,1,7 ], "take occasion| to avail oneself of an opportunity (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasion",1,2,1 ], "to bring about, esp| incidentally or by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasional licence",1,1,1 ], "a licence granted to sell alcohol only at specified times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasional table",1,1,1 ], "a small table with no regular use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasional",1,1,1 ], "taking place from time to time; not frequent or regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasional",1,1,2 ], "of, for, or happening on special occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasional",1,1,3 ], "serving as an occasion (for something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasionalism",1,1,1 ], "is effected by God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occasionalism",1,1,1 ], "the post-Cartesian theory that the seeming interconnection of mind and matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasionally",1,1,1 ], "from time to time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasions",1,1,1 ], "needs; necessities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occasions",1,1,2 ], "personal or business affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occas|",1,1,1 ], "occasional(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occident",1,1,1 ], "a literary or formal word for west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occipital bone",1,1,1 ], "base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occipital bone",1,1,1 ], "the saucer-shaped bone that forms the back part of the skull and part of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occipital lobe",1,1,1 ], "interpretation of visual sensory impulses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occipital lobe",1,1,1 ], "the posterior portion of each cerebral hemisphere, concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occipital",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the back of the head or skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occipital",1,2,1 ], "short for occipital bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occiput",1,1,1 ], "the back part of the head or skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlude",1,1,1 ], "to block or stop up (a passage or opening); obstruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlude",1,2,1 ], "to prevent the passage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlude",1,3,1 ], "(of a solid) to incorporate (a substance) by absorption or adsorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlude",1,3,2 ], "to form or cause to form an occluded front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlude",1,3,3 ], "to produce or cause to produce occlusion, as in chewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occluded front",1,1,1 ], "the line or plane occurring where the cold front of a depression has overtaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occluded front",1,1,1 ], "the warm front, raising the warm sector from ground level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occlusion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of occluding or the state of being occluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlusion",1,1,2 ], "another term for occluded front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlusion",1,1,3 ], "the normal position of the teeth when the jaws are closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlusion",1,1,4 ], "the complete closure of the vocal tract at some point, as in the closure prior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlusion",1,1,4 ], "to the articulation of a plosive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occlusive",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the act of occlusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occlusive",1,2,1 ], "an occlusive speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,1,1 ], "($A!k'lt, !$Ak'lt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,1,1,1 ], "influences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of magical, mystical, or supernatural arts, phenomena, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,1,1,2 ], "the occult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,1,2 ], "beyond ordinary human understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,1,3 ], "secret or esoteric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,2,1 ], "($A!k'lt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,2,2 ], "(of a celestial body) to hide (another celestial body) from view by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,2,2 ], "occultation or (of a celestial body) to become hidden by occultation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,2,3 ], "to hide or become hidden or shut off from view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occult",1,3,1 ], "(of lights, esp| in lighthouses) to shut off at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occultation",1,1,1 ], "behind another body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occultation",1,1,1 ], "the temporary disappearance of one celestial body as it moves out of sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occultation",1,1,2 ], "the act of occulting or the state of being occulted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occultism",1,1,1 ], "belief in and the study and practice of magic, astrology, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupancy",1,1,1 ], "the act of occupying; possession of a property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupancy",1,1,2 ], "claim to ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occupancy",1,1,2 ], "the possession and use of property by or without agreement and without any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupancy",1,1,3 ], "of thus acquiring ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occupancy",1,1,3 ], "the act of taking possession of unowned property, esp| land, with the intent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupancy",1,1,4 ], "the condition or fact of being an occupant, esp| a tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupancy",1,1,5 ], "the period of time during which one is an occupant, esp| of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupant",1,1,1 ], "a person, thing, etc|, holding a position or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupant",1,1,2 ], "a person who has possession of something, esp| an estate, house, etc|; tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupant",1,1,3 ], "a person who acquires by occupancy the title to something previously without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupant",1,1,3 ], "an owner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occupation franchise",1,1,1 ], "the right of a tenant to vote in national and local elections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupation",1,1,1 ], "a person's regular work or profession; job or principal activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupation",1,1,2 ], "any activity on which time is spent by a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupation",1,1,3 ], "the act of occupying or the state of being occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupation",1,1,4 ], "the control of a country by a foreign military power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupation",1,1,5 ], "the period of time that a nation, place, or position is occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupation",1,1,6 ], "for the use of the occupier of a particular property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupational psychology",1,1,1 ], "procedures, and the effects of stress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occupational psychology",1,1,1 ], "the study of human behaviour at work, including ergonomics, selection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupational therapy",1,1,1 ], "emotionally disturbed patients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "occupational therapy",1,1,1 ], "the therapeutic use of crafts, hobbies, etc|, esp| in the rehabilitation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupational",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by an occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupier",1,1,1 ], "a person who is in possession or occupation of a house or land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupier",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that occupies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to live or be established in (a house, flat, office, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupy",1,1,2 ], "to keep (a person) busy or engrossed; engage the attention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupy",1,1,3 ], "to take up (a certain amount of time or space)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupy",1,1,4 ], "to take and hold possession of, esp| as a demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occupy",1,1,5 ], "to fill or hold (a position or rank)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occur",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to happen; take place; come about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occur",1,1,2 ], "to be found or be present; exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occur",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) to be realized or thought of (by); suggest itself (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occurrence",1,1,1 ], "something that occurs; a happening; event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "occurrence",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocean greyhound",1,1,1 ], "a fast ship, esp| a liner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocean",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Antarctic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocean",1,1,1 ], "a very large stretch of sea, esp| one of the five oceans of the world, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocean",1,1,2 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocean",1,1,2 ], "the body of salt water covering approximately 70 per cent of the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocean",1,1,3 ], "a huge quantity or expanse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocean",1,1,4 ], "the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocean-going",1,1,1 ], "(of a ship, boat, etc|) suited for travel on the open ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanarium",1,1,1 ], "a large salt-water aquarium for marine life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanic",1,1,2 ], "living in the depths of the ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanic",1,1,3 ], "huge or overwhelming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanic",1,1,4 ], "(of geological formations) of volcanic origin, arising from the ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanography",1,1,1 ], "sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oceanography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science dealing with the physical and biological features of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanog|",1,1,1 ], "oceanography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oceanology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the sea, esp| of its economic geography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocellus",1,1,1 ], "of light-sensitive cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocellus",1,1,1 ], "the simple eye of insects and some other invertebrates, consisting basically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocellus",1,1,2 ], "any eyelike marking in animals, such as the eyespot on the tail feather of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocellus",1,1,2 ], "peacock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocellus",1,1,2,1 ], "an enlarged discoloured cell in a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocellus",1,1,2,2 ], "a swelling on the sporangium of certain fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocelot",1,1,1 ], "America and having a dark-spotted buff-brown coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocelot",1,1,1 ], "a feline mammal, Felis pardalis, inhabiting the forests of Central and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "och",1,1,1 ], "an expression of surprise, contempt, or disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocher",1,3,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of ochre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ochlocracy",1,1,1 ], "rule by the mob; mobocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ochlophobia",1,1,1 ], "the fear of crowds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ochone",1,1,1 ], "an expression of sorrow or regret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ochre" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a moderate yellow-orange to orange colour",1). c_DEF([ "ochre" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as adj",1). c_DEF([ "ochre" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various natural earths containing ferric oxide, silica, and alumina:",1). c_DEF([ "ochre" ,1, 1, 1],"used as yellow or red pigments",2). c_DEF([ "ochre" ,1, 2, 1],"to colour with ochre",1). c_DEF([ "ochrea",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ocrea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocker",1,1,1 ], "an uncultivated or boorish Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocker",1,3,1 ], "typical of such a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocotillo",1,1,1 ], "a cactus-like tree, Fouquieria splendens, of Mexico and the southwestern U|S|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocotillo",1,1,1 ], "n" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ocotillo",1,1,1 ], "with scarlet tubular flowers: used for hedges and candlewood: family Fouquieriaceae|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocrea",1,1,1 ], "a cup-shaped structure that sheathes the stems of certain plants, formed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocrea",1,1,1 ], "united stipules or leaf bases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ocreate",1,1,1 ], "possessing an ocrea; sheathed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocreate",1,1,2 ], "another word for booted ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oct-",1,1,1 ], "variant of octo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octa-",1,1,1 ], "variant of octo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octachord",1,1,1 ], "an eight-stringed musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octachord",1,1,2 ], "a series of eight notes, esp| a scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octad",1,1,1 ], "a group or series of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octad",1,1,2 ], "an element or group with a valency of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having eight sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octagonal",1,1,1 ], "having eight sides and eight angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octagonal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an octagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octahedral",1,1,1 ], "having eight plane surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octahedral",1,1,2 ], "shaped like an octahedron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octahedrite",1,1,1 ], "another name for anatase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having eight plane faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octal notation",1,1,1 ], "a number system having a base 8: often used in computing, one octal digit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octal notation",1,1,1 ], "being equivalent to a group of three bits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octamerous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of eight parts, esp| (of flowers) having the parts arranged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octamerous",1,1,1 ], "groups of eight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octameter",1,1,1 ], "a verse line consisting of eight metrical feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octane number",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the quality of a petrol expressed as the percentage of isooctane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octane number",1,1,1 ], "in a mixture of isooctane and n-heptane that gives a fuel with the same antiknock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octane number",1,1,1 ], "qualities as the given petrol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "octane",1,1,1 ], "a liquid alkane hydrocarbon found in petroleum and existing in 18 isomeric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octane",1,1,1 ], "forms, esp| the isomer n-octane| Formula: C8H18" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octanedioic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline dicarboxylic acid found in suberin and castor oil and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octanedioic acid",1,1,1 ], "used in the manufacture of synthetic resins| Formula: HOOC(CH\2)6COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octangle",1,1,1 ], "another name for octagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octangular",1,1,1 ], "having eight angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octant",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the eight parts into which the three planes containing the Cartesian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octant",1,1,1,1 ], "coordinate axes divide space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octant",1,1,1,2 ], "an eighth part of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octant",1,1,2 ], "degrees from another body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octant",1,1,2 ], "the position of a celestial body when it is at an angular distance of 45" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octant",1,1,3 ], "an instrument used for measuring angles, similar to a sextant but having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octant",1,1,3 ], "graduated arc of 45 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by eight rulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octarchy",1,1,2 ], "a confederacy of eight kingdoms, tribes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octaroon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of octoroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octavalent",1,1,1 ], "having a valency of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave coupler",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism on an organ that enables keys or pedals an octave apart to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave coupler",1,1,1 ], "played simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,1,1 ], "other and lies eight notes away from it counting inclusively along the diatonic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,1,1 ], "scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,1,1 ], "the interval between two musical notes one of which has twice the pitch of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,1,2 ], "one of these two notes, esp| the one of higher pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,2 ], "a rhythmic group of eight lines of verse|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,2,1 ], "a feast day and the seven days following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,2,2 ], "the final day of this period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,3 ], "the eighth of eight basic positions in fencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,1,4 ], "any set or series of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octave",1,2,1 ], "consisting of eight parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octavo",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper of a specified size to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octavo",1,1,1 ], "form eight leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octavo",1,1,2 ], "a book of this size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring every eight years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octennial",1,1,2 ], "lasting for eight years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octet",1,1,1 ], "any group of eight, esp| eight singers or musicians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octet",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octet",1,1,3 ], "another word for octave ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octet",1,1,4 ], "1, 2, 3): octette" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octet",1,1,4 ], "a group of eight electrons forming a stable shell in an atom|Also (for senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%4%8)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 48 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%2%7)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 27 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octo-",1,1,1 ], "eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octocentenary",1,1,1 ], "an eight-hundredth anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octodecimo",1,1,1 ], "another word for eighteenmo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octogenarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who is between 80 and 90 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octogenarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to an octogenarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octonary" ,1, 1, 1],"relating to or based on the number eight",1). c_DEF([ "octonary" ,1, 2, 1],"naries",1). c_DEF([ "octonary" ,1, 2, 2],"a stanza of eight lines",1). c_DEF([ "octonary" ,1, 2, 3],"a group of eight",1). c_DEF([ "octopod",1,1,1 ], "any cephalopod mollusc of the order Octopoda, including octopuses and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octopod",1,1,1 ], "paper nautilus, having eight tentacles, and lacking an internal shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octopod",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Octopoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octopus",1,1,1 ], "Octopoda (octopods)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "octopus",1,1,1 ], "any cephalopod mollusc of the genera Octopus, Eledone, etc|, having a soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octopus",1,1,1 ], "oval body with eight long suckered tentacles and occurring at the sea bottom: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octopus",1,1,2 ], "a powerful influential organization, etc|, with far-reaching effects, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octopus",1,1,2 ], "harmful ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octopus",1,1,3 ], "another name for spider ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octoroon",1,1,1 ], "a person having one quadroon and one white parent and therefore having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octoroon",1,1,1 ], "one-eighth Negro blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "octosyllable",1,1,1 ], "a line of verse composed of eight syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octosyllable",1,1,2 ], "a word of eight syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octroi",1,1,1 ], "a duty on various goods brought into certain towns or cities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octroi",1,1,2 ], "the place where such a duty is collected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octroi",1,1,3 ], "the officers responsible for its collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octuple",1,1,1 ], "a quantity or number eight times as great as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octuple",1,2,1 ], "eight times as much or as many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octuple",1,2,2 ], "consisting of eight parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "octuple",1,3,1 ], "to multiply by eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oct|",1,1,1 ], "octavo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocular",1,2,1 ], "another name for eyepiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ocularist",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes artificial eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oculist",1,1,1 ], "a former term for ophthalmologist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oculo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oculomotor nerve",1,1,1 ], "the third cranial nerve, which supplies most of the eye muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oculomotor",1,1,1 ], "relating to or causing eye movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odalisque",1,1,1 ], "a female slave or concubine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd lot",1,1,1 ], "a batch of merchandise, etc|, that contains less than or more than the usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd lot",1,1,1 ], "number of units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odd lot",1,1,2 ], "a number of securities less than the standard trading unit of 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,1 ], "unusual or peculiar in appearance, character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,2 ], "occasional, incidental, or random" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,3 ], "leftover or additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,3,1 ], "not divisible by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,3,2 ], "represented or indicated by a number that is not divisible by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,4 ], "being part of a matched pair or set when the other or others are missing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,5 ], "round numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,5 ], "used to designate an indefinite quantity more than the quantity specified in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,6 ], "out-of-the-way or secluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,7 ], "(of a function) changing sign but not absolute value when the sign of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,7 ], "independent variable is changed, as in yx'3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,9 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,1,9 ], "odd man out| a person or thing excluded from others forming a group, unit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,2,1,1 ], "one stroke more than the score of one's opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,2,1,2 ], "an advantage or handicap of one stroke added to or taken away from a player's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,2,1,2 ], "score" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odd",1,2,2 ], "a thing or person that is odd in sequence or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd-jobman",1,1,1 ], "a person who does casual work, esp| domestic repairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odd-pinnate",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant leaf) pinnate with a single leaflet at the apex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oddball",1,1,1 ], "a strange or eccentric person or thing| Brit| equivalent: odd fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oddball",1,2,1 ], "strange or peculiar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oddity",1,1,1 ], "an odd person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oddity",1,1,2 ], "an odd quality or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oddity",1,1,3 ], "the condition of being odd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oddment",1,1,1 ], "an odd piece or thing; leftover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oddment",1,1,2 ], "any individual part of a book, such as the preface, excluding the main text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds and ends",1,1,1 ], "miscellaneous items or articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds and sods",1,1,1 ], "miscellaneous people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by on or against) the probability, expressed as a ratio, that a certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,1 ], "event will take place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,10 ], "over the odds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,10,1 ], "Brit| more than is expected, necessary, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,10,2 ], "Austral| unfair or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,11 ], "take odds| to accept such a bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,12 ], "what's the oddsBrit| informal| what difference does it make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,2 ], "than that of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,2 ], "the amount, expressed as a ratio, by which the wager of one better is greater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,3 ], "the likelihood that a certain state of affairs will be found to be so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,4 ], "the chances or likelihood of success in a certain undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,5 ], "an equalizing allowance, esp| one given to a weaker side in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,6 ], "the advantage that one contender is judged to have over another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,7 ], "a significant difference (esp| in the phrase it makes no odds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,8 ], "at odds| on bad terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds",1,1,9 ], "give or lay odds| to offer a bet with favourable odds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds-on",1,1,1 ], "(of a chance, horse, etc|) rated at even money or less to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odds-on",1,1,2 ], "regarded as more or most likely to win, succeed, happen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ode",1,1,1 ], "a lyric poem, typically addressed to a particular subject, with lines of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ode",1,1,1 ], "varying lengths and complex rhythms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ode",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a poem meant to be sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odeum",1,1,1 ], "a building for musical performances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odious",1,1,1 ], "offensive; repugnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odium",1,1,1 ], "the dislike accorded to a hated person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odium",1,1,2 ], "hatred; repugnance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odometer",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for mileometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontalgia",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for toothache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odonto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a tooth or teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontoblast",1,1,1 ], "any of a layer of cells lining the pulp cavity of a tooth and giving rise to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontoblast",1,1,1 ], "the dentine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odontoglossum",1,1,1 ], "any epiphytic orchid of the tropical American genus Odontoglossum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontoglossum",1,1,1 ], "clusters of brightly coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odontograph",1,1,1 ], "an aid to marking out gear teeth, in which a circular arc is substituted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontograph",1,1,1 ], "the true involute curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odontoid process",1,1,1 ], "neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odontoid process",1,1,1 ], "the toothlike upward projection at the back of the second vertebra of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontoid",1,1,1 ], "toothlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontoid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the odontoid process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontology",1,1,1 ], "teeth and related structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "odontology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the anatomy, development, and diseases of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odontophore",1,1,1 ], "an oral muscular protrusible structure in molluscs that supports the radula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odor",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odoriferous",1,1,1 ], "having or emitting an odour, esp| a fragrant one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odorous",1,1,1 ], "having or emitting a characteristic smell or odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odour of sanctity",1,1,1 ], "sanctimoniousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odour",1,1,1 ], "the property of a substance that gives it a characteristic scent or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odour",1,1,2 ], "a pervasive quality about something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odour",1,1,3 ], "repute or regard (in the phrases in good odour, in bad odour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odour",1,1,4 ], "a sweet-smelling fragrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "odyl" ,1, 1, 1],"a hypothetical force formerly thought to be responsible for many natural",1). c_DEF([ "odyl" ,1, 1, 1],"phenomena, such as magnetism, light, and hypnotism",2). c_DEF([ "odyl",1,1,1 ], "another word for od" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oecology",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of ecology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oecumenical",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of ecumenical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oedema",1,1,1 ], "an excessive accumulation of serous fluid in the intercellular spaces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oedema",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oedema",1,1,2 ], "accumulation of water in the tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oedema",1,1,2 ], "an abnormal swelling in a plant caused by a large mass of parenchyma or an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oeil-de-boeuf",1,1,1 ], "a circular window, esp| in 17th- and 18th-century French architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oeillade",1,1,1 ], "an amorous or suggestive glance; ogle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oenology",1,1,1 ], "the study of wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oenomel",1,1,1 ], "a drink made of wine and honey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oenomel",1,1,2 ], "a source of strength and sweetness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oersted",1,1,1 ], "79|58 amperes per metre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oersted",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of magnetic field strength; the field strength that would cause a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oersted",1,1,1 ], "unit magnetic pole to experience a force of 1 dyne in a vacuum| It is equivalent to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oesophagus",1,1,1 ], "the part of the alimentary canal between the pharynx and the stomach gullet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestradiol",1,1,1 ], "C18H24O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oestradiol",1,1,1 ], "synthesized and used to treat oestrogen deficiency and cancer of the breast| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oestradiol",1,1,1 ], "the most potent oestrogenic hormone secreted by the mammalian ovary:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestrin",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete term for oestrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestriol",1,1,1 ], "a weak oestrogenic hormone secreted by the mammalian ovary: a synthetic form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestriol",1,1,1 ], "is used to treat oestrogen deficiency| Formula: C18H24O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oestrogen",1,1,1 ], "any of several steroid hormones, that are secreted chiefly by the ovaries and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestrogen",1,1,1 ], "characteristics" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "oestrogen",1,1,1 ], "placenta, that induce oestrus, stimulate changes in the female reproductive organs during" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oestrogen",1,1,1 ], "the oestrous cycle, and promote development of female secondary sexual" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oestrone",1,1,1 ], "a weak oestrogenic hormone secreted by the mammalian ovary and having the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestrone",1,1,1 ], "medical uses as oestradiol| Formula: C18H22O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oestrous cycle",1,1,1 ], "a hormonally controlled cycle of activity of the reproductive organs in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestrous cycle",1,1,1 ], "female mammals| The follicular stage (growth of the Graafian follicles, thickening of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oestrous cycle",1,1,1 ], "progesterone), followed by regression and a return to the first stage" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "oestrous cycle",1,1,1 ], "succeeded by the luteal phase (formation of the corpus luteum and secretion of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "oestrous cycle",1,1,1 ], "the lining of the uterus, secretion of oestrogen, and ovulation (see oestrus), is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oestrus",1,1,1 ], "a regularly occurring period of sexual receptivity in most female mammals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oestrus",1,1,1 ], "except humans, during which ovulation occurs and copulation can take place; heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oeuvre",1,1,1 ], "a work of art, literature, music, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oeuvre",1,1,2 ], "the total output of a writer, painter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,1 ], "either the subject or the object of the verb embedded in the gerund" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,1 ], "used with a verbal noun or gerund to link it with a following noun that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,10 ], "before the hour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,2 ], "used to indicate possession, origin, or association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,3 ], "used after words or phrases expressing quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,4 ], "constituted by, containing, or characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,5 ], "used to indicate separation, as in time or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,6 ], "used to mark apposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,7 ], "about; concerning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,8 ], "used in passive constructions to indicate the agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,9 ], "habitually occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "of",1,1,9 ], "used to indicate a day or part of a period of time when some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ofay",1,1,1 ], "Negro slang| a derogatory term for a white person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off chance",1,1,1 ], "a slight possibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off chance",1,1,2 ], "on the off chance| with the hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off colour",1,1,1 ], "slightly ill; unwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off colour",1,1,2 ], "indecent or indelicate; risque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off cut",1,1,1 ], "a piece of paper, plywood, etc|, remaining after the main pieces have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off cut",1,1,1 ], "cut; remnant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off key" ,1, 1, 1],"(off-key when prenominal)",1). c_DEF([ "off key" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"not in the correct key",1). c_DEF([ "off key" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"out of tune",1). c_DEF([ "off key" ,1, 2, 2],"out of keeping; discordant",1). c_DEF([ "off limits",1,1,1 ], "Chiefly military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off limits",1,1,2 ], "not to be entered; out of bounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off limits",1,2,1 ], "in or into an area forbidden by regulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off line",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerned with a part of a computer system not connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off line",1,1,1 ], "to the central processing unit but controlled by a computer storage device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off line",1,1,2 ], "disconnected from a computer; switched off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off season",1,1,1 ], "business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off season",1,1,1 ], "denoting or occurring during a period of little activity in a trade or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off season",1,2,1 ], "in an off-season period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off the record",1,1,1 ], "not intended to be recorded or stated openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off the record",1,2,1 ], "with such an intention; unofficially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,1,1 ], "between an object and a surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,1,1 ], "used to indicate actions in which contact is absent or rendered absent, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,1,2 ], "in association with something else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,1,2 ], "used to indicate the removal of something that is or has been appended to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,1,3 ], "out of alignment with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,1,4 ], "situated near to or leading away from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,1,5 ], "not inclined towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,1 ], "so as to deactivate or disengage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,1,1 ], "so as to get rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,1,2 ], "so as to be removed from, esp| as a reduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,2 ], "spent away from work or other duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,2,1 ], "on a trip, journey, or race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,2,2 ], "so as to be completely absent, used up, or exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,3 ], "out from the shore or land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,3,1 ], "out of contact; at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,3,2 ], "out of the present location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,4 ], "away in the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,5 ], "so as to be no longer taking place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,6 ], "removed from contact with something, as clothing from the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,7 ], "off and on or on and off| occasionally; intermittently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,8 ], "off with| a command, often peremptory, or an exhortation to remove or cut off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,2,9 ], "(something specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,3,1 ], "not on; no longer operative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,4,1 ], "not or no longer taking place; cancelled or postponed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,4,2 ], "in a specified condition regarding money, provisions, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,4,3 ], "unsatisfactory or disappointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,5,1 ], "in a condition as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,6,1 ], "no longer on the menu; not being served at the moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,7,1 ], "(of food or drink) having gone bad, sour, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,8,1,1 ], "his bat when taking strike: thus for a right-hander, off is on the right-hand side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,8,1,1 ], "the part of the field on that side of the pitch to which the batsman presents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,8,1,2 ], "a fielding position in this part of the field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off",1,8,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-Broadway",1,1,1 ], "associated with theatre outside the Broadway area in New York" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off-Broadway",1,1,1 ], "designating the kind of experimental, low-budget, or noncommercial productions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-Broadway",1,1,2 ], "(of theatres) not located in Broadway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-centre",1,1,1 ], "slightly eccentric or unconventional; not completely sound or balanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-glide",1,1,1 ], "a glide caused by the movement of the articulators away from their position in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-glide",1,1,1 ], "articulating the previous speech sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off-licence",1,1,1 ], "a shop, counter, etc|, where alcoholic drinks are sold for consumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-licence",1,1,1 ], "elsewhere| U|S| equivalent: package store" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off-licence",1,1,2 ], "a licence permitting such sales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-load",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off-load",1,1,1 ], "to get rid of (something unpleasant or burdensome), as by delegation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-off-Broadway",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to highly experimental informal small-scale theatrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-off-Broadway",1,1,1 ], "productions in New York, usually taking place in cafes, small halls, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off-peak",1,1,1 ], "electricity supplied at cheaper rates during the night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off-peak",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to services as used outside periods of intensive use or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-putting",1,1,1 ], "disconcerting or disturbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-sider",1,1,1 ], "a partner or assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-street",1,1,1 ], "located away from a street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-white",1,1,1 ], "a colour, such as cream or bone, consisting of white mixed with a tinge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-white",1,1,1 ], "grey or with a pale hue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "off-white",1,2,1 ], "of such a colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-year election",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) an election held in a year when a presidential election does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off-year election",1,1,1 ], "take place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offal",1,1,1 ], "the edible internal parts of an animal, such as the heart, liver, and tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offal",1,1,2 ], "dead or decomposing organic matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offal",1,1,3 ], "refuse; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offbeat",1,1,1 ], "any of the normally unaccented beats in a bar, such as the second and fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offbeat",1,1,1 ], "beats in a bar of four-four time| They are stressed in some jazz and dance music," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offbeat",1,1,1 ], "such as the bossa nova" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "offbeat",1,2,1,1 ], "unusual, unconventional, or eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offbeat",1,2,1,2 ], "he liked the offbeat in music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,1 ], "a violation or breach of a law, custom, rule, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,1,1 ], "any public wrong or crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,1,2 ], "a nonindictable crime punishable on summary conviction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,2 ], "annoyance, displeasure, or resentment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,3 ], "give offence to cause annoyance or displeasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,4 ], "(to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,5 ], "take offence| to feel injured, humiliated, or offended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,6 ], "a source of annoyance, displeasure, or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,7 ], "attack; assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offence",1,1,8 ], "injury or harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offend",1,1,1 ], "to hurt the feelings, sense of dignity, etc|, of (a person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offend",1,2,1 ], "to be disagreeable to; disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offend",1,3,1 ], "to break (a law or laws in general)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offensive",1,1,1 ], "unpleasant or disgusting, as to the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offensive",1,1,2 ], "causing anger or annoyance; insulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offensive",1,1,3 ], "for the purpose of attack rather than defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offensive",1,2,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) an attitude or position of aggression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offensive",1,2,2 ], "an assault, attack, or military initiative, esp| a strategic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer price",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to offer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offer price",1,1,1 ], "the price at which a stockjobber is prepared to sell a specific security|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,1,1 ], "rejection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,1,1 ], "to present or proffer (something, someone, oneself, etc|) for acceptance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,10,1 ], "to make a proposal of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,11,1 ], "something, such as a proposal or bid, that is offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,11,2 ], "the act of offering or the condition of being offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,11,3 ], "a proposal made by one person that will create a binding contract if accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,11,3 ], "unconditionally by the person to whom it is made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,11,4 ], "a proposal of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,11,5 ], "short for offer price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,11,6 ], "on offer| for sale at a reduced price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,2,1 ], "to present as part of a requirement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,3,1 ], "to provide or make accessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,4,1 ], "to present itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,5,1 ], "to show or express willingness or the intention (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,6,1 ], "to put forward (a proposal, opinion, etc|) for consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,7,1 ], "to present for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,8,1 ], "to propose as payment; bid or tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,8,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to present (a prayer, sacrifice, etc|) as or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,8,2 ], "during an act of worship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offer",1,9,1 ], "to show readiness for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offering",1,1,1 ], "something that is offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offering",1,1,2 ], "a contribution to the funds of a religious organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offering",1,1,3 ], "a sacrifice, as of an animal, to a deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offertory",1,1,1 ], "the oblation of the bread and wine at the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offertory",1,1,2 ], "the offerings of the worshippers at this service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offertory",1,1,3 ], "the prayers said or sung while the worshippers' offerings are being received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offhand",1,2,1 ], "without preparation or warning; impromptu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offhand",1,2,2 ], "without care, thought, attention, or consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office bearer",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds an office; official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office block",1,1,1 ], "a large building designed to provide office accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office boy",1,1,1 ], "a boy employed in an office for running errands and other minor jobs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office hours",1,1,1 ], "the hours during which an office is open for business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office hours",1,1,2 ], "the number of hours worked in an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,1,1 ], "a room or set of rooms in which business, professional duties, clerical work," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|, are carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,10 ], "a place where tickets, information, etc|, can be obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,10,1 ], "(often pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,11 ], "a ceremony or service, prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities, esp| one for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,11 ], "the dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,11,2 ], "the order or form of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,11,3 ], "R|C| Church| the official daily service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,11,4 ], "short for divine office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,12 ], "the parts of a house or estate where work is done, goods are stored, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,13 ], "a euphemistic term for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,14 ], "the office| a hint or signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,15 ], "in of office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,16 ], "(of a government) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,17 ], "(or out) of power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,2 ], "business or government department, is carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,2 ], "the building or buildings in which the work of an organization, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,3 ], "a commercial or professional business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,4 ], "the group of persons working in an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,5 ], "(in Britain) a department of the national government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,6 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,6,1 ], "a governmental agency, esp| of the Federal government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,6,1 ], "a position of trust, responsibility, or duty, esp| in a government or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,6,1 ], "organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,6,2 ], "a subdivision of such an agency or of a department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,6,2 ], "an office-holder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,7 ], "duty or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,8 ], "a minor task or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "office",1,1,9 ], "an action performed for another, usually a beneficial action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer of arms",1,1,1 ], "a pursuivant or herald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer of the day",1,1,1 ], "a military officer whose duty is to take charge of the security of the unit or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer of the day",1,1,1 ], "camp for a day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "officer of the guard",1,1,1 ], "a junior officer whose duty is to command a ceremonial guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,1,1 ], "a person in the armed services who holds a position of responsibility," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,1,1 ], "authority, and duty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,1,2 ], "a person authorized to serve as master or mate of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,1,3 ], "a government, society, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,1,3 ], "a person appointed or elected to a position of responsibility or authority in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,1,4 ], "a government official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,1,5 ], "(in the Order of the British Empire) a member of the grade below commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officer",1,2,2 ], "to act as an officer over (some section, group, organization, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "official",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an office, its administration, or its duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "official",1,1,2 ], "sanctioned by, recognized by, or derived from authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "official",1,1,3 ], "appointed by authority, esp| for some special duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "official",1,1,4 ], "having a formal ceremonial character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "official",1,2,1 ], "a person who holds a position in an organization, government department, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "official",1,2,1 ], "esp| a subordinate position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "officialdom",1,1,1 ], "regulations; bureaucracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "officialdom",1,1,1 ], "the outlook or behaviour of officials, esp| those rigidly adhering to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officialdom",1,1,2 ], "officials or bureaucrats collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officialese",1,1,1 ], "language characteristic of official documents, esp| when verbose or pedantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officiant",1,1,1 ], "a person who presides and officiates at a religious ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officiary",1,1,1 ], "a body of officials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officiary",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officiate",1,1,1 ], "to hold the position, responsibility, or function of an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officiate",1,1,2 ], "to conduct a religious or other ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officinal",1,1,1 ], "(of pharmaceutical products) available without prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officinal",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant) having pharmacological properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officinal",1,2,1 ], "an officinal preparation or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officious",1,1,1 ], "unnecessarily or obtrusively ready to offer advice or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officious",1,1,2 ], "marked by such readiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officious",1,1,3 ], "informal or unofficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "officious",1,1,4 ], "attentive or obliging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offing",1,1,1 ], "the part of the sea that can be seen from the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offing",1,1,2 ], "in the offing| likely to occur soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offish",1,1,1 ], "aloof or distant in manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offprint",1,1,1 ], "a separate reprint of an article that originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offprint",1,1,1 ], "appeared in a larger publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offprint",1,2,1 ], "to reprint (an article taken from a larger publication) separately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,1 ], "something that counterbalances or compensates for something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,1,1 ], "a printing method in which the impression is made onto an intermediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,1,1 ], "surface, such as a rubber blanket, which transfers it to the paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier relating to, involving, or printed by offset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,2 ], "another name for set-off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,2,1 ], "a short runner in certain plants, such as the houseleek, that produces roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,2,1 ], "and shoots at the tip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,2,2 ], "a plant produced from such a runner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,3 ], "a ridge projecting from a range of hills or mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,4 ], "a narrow horizontal or sloping surface formed where a wall is reduced in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,4 ], "thickness towards the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,5 ], "a person or group descended collaterally from a particular group or family;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,5 ], "offshoot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,1,6 ], "a measurement of distance to a point at right angles to a survey line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,2,1 ], "to counterbalance or compensate for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,3,1 ], "to print (pictures, text, etc|) using the offset process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,4,1 ], "to construct an offset in (a wall)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offset",1,5,1 ], "to project or develop as an offset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offshoot",1,1,1 ], "a shoot or branch growing from the main stem of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offshoot",1,1,2 ], "something that develops or derives from a principal source or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offshore",1,2,1 ], "from, away from, or at some distance from the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offside",1,2,1 ], "(in football, hockey, etc|) in a position illegally ahead of the ball or puck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offside",1,2,1 ], "when it is played, usually when within one's opponents' half or the attacking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offside",1,2,1 ], "zone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "offside",1,3,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offside",1,3,1,1 ], "right side)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "offside",1,3,1,1 ], "the side of a vehicle, etc|, nearest the centre of the road (in Britain, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offside",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offspring",1,1,1 ], "the immediate descendant or descendants of a person, animal, etc|; progeny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offspring",1,1,2 ], "a product, outcome, or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "offstage",1,2,1 ], "out of the view of the audience; off the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off|",1,1,1 ], "offer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off|",1,1,2 ], "office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off|",1,1,3 ], "officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "off|",1,1,4 ], "official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oft",1,1,1 ], "and oft-recurring)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oft",1,1,1 ], "short for often (archaic or poetic except in combinations such as oft-repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "often before a vowel astronome" ,1, 1, 1],"gastronomer (gstr$An@@m@@), or gastronomistn",1). c_DEF([ "often before a vowel astronome" ,1, 1, 2],"less common words for gourmet",1). c_DEF([ "often",1,1,1 ], "frequently or repeatedly; much of the time| Archaic equivalents: oftentimes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "often",1,1,1 ], "ofttimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "often",1,1,2 ], "as often as not| quite frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "often",1,1,3 ], "every so often| at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "often",1,1,4 ], "more often than not| in more than half the instances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "often",1,2,1 ], "repeated; frequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogdoad",1,1,1 ], "a group of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogee arch",1,1,1 ], "a pointed arch having an S-shaped curve on both sides| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogee arch",1,1,1 ], "ogee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ogee",1,1,1 ], "a moulding having a cross section in the form of a letter S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogee",1,1,2 ], "short for ogee arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogham",1,1,1 ], "an ancient alphabetical writing system used by the Celts in Britain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogham",1,1,1 ], "consisting of straight lines drawn or carved perpendicular to or at an angle to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ogham",1,1,1 ], "long straight line" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ogive",1,1,1 ], "a diagonal rib or groin of a Gothic vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogive",1,1,2 ], "another name for lancet arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogive",1,1,3 ], "a graph the ordinates of which represent cumulative frequencies of the values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogive",1,1,3 ], "indicated by the corresponding abscissas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ogive",1,1,4 ], "passage through the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ogive",1,1,4 ], "the conical head of a missile or rocket that protects the payload during its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogle",1,1,1 ], "to look at (someone, esp| an attractive woman) amorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogle",1,2,1 ], "to stare or gape at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogle",1,3,1 ], "a flirtatious or lewd look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogre",1,1,1 ], "(in folklore) a giant, usually given to eating human flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ogre",1,1,2 ], "any monstrous or cruel person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation expressive of surprise, pain, pleasure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ohm",1,1,1 ], "on a conductor when a constant potential difference of 1 volt between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ohm",1,1,1 ], "produces a current of 1 ampere| Symbol: W" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ohm",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of electric resistance; the resistance between two points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ohmage",1,1,1 ], "electrical resistance in ohms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ohmmeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring electrical resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oho",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation expressing surprise, exultation, or derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oidium",1,1,1 ], "any of various fungal spores produced in the form of a chain by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oidium",1,1,1 ], "development of septa in a hypha" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various beetles of the family Meloidae that exude an oily evil-smelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil beetle",1,1,1 ], "substance from their joints, which deters enemies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil cake",1,1,1 ], "seeds of oil-bearing crops such as linseed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil cake",1,1,1 ], "stock feed consisting of compressed cubes made from the residue of the crushed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil drum",1,1,1 ], "a metal drum used to contain or transport oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil of turpentine",1,1,1 ], "another name for turpentine ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil of vitriol",1,1,1 ], "another name for sulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil paint",1,1,1 ], "paint made of pigment ground in oil, usually linseed oil, used for oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil paint",1,1,1 ], "painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil painting",1,1,1 ], "a picture painted with oil paints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil painting",1,1,2 ], "the art or process of painting with oil paints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil painting",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing regarded as good-looking (esp| in the phrase she's no oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil painting",1,1,3 ], "painting)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil palm",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African palm tree, Elaeis guineensis, the fruits of which yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil palm",1,1,1 ], "palm oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil shale",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained shale containing oil, which can be extracted by heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil slick",1,1,1 ], "a mass of floating oil covering an area of water, esp| oil that has leaked or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil slick",1,1,1 ], "been discharged from a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil varnish",1,1,1 ], "another name for varnish ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil well",1,1,1 ], "a boring into the earth or sea bed for the extraction of petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1 ], "and animals, from mineral deposits, and by synthesis| They are used as lubricants," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of viscous liquids with a smooth sticky feel| They are usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1 ], "flammable, insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents, and are obtained from plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1 ], "fuels, perfumes, foodstuffs, and raw materials for chemicals" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1,1 ], "another name for petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a number of substances usually derived from petroleum and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1,1 ], "lubrication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,2 ], "a fraction of petroleum used as a fuel in domestic heating, industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,2 ], "furnaces, marine engines, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,2,1 ], "paraffin, esp| when used as a domestic fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,3 ], "any substance of a consistency resembling that of oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,4 ], "artists' paints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,4 ], "the solvent, usually linseed oil, with which pigments are mixed to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,4,1 ], "oil colour or paint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,5 ], "an oil painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,6 ], "and N|Z| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,7 ], "facts or news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,8 ], "strike oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,8,1 ], "to discover petroleum while drilling for it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,1,8,2 ], "Informal| to become very rich or successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,2,1 ], "to lubricate, smear, polish, etc|, with oil or an oily substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,2,2 ], "oil one's tongue| Informal| to speak flatteringly or glibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,2,3 ], "to bribe (esp| in the phrase oil someone's palm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,2,4 ], "oil the wheels| to make things run smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oil",1,2,5 ], "well oiled| drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilbird",1,1,1 ], "America and Trinidad, having a hooked bill and dark plumage: family Steatornithidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oilbird",1,1,1 ], "a nocturnal gregarious cave-dwelling bird, Steatornis caripensis, of N South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilbird",1,1,1 ], "order Caprimulgiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oilcan",1,1,1 ], "a container with a long nozzle for applying lubricating oil to machinery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilcloth",1,1,1 ], "oil, or a synthetic resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oilcloth",1,1,1 ], "waterproof material made by treating one side of a cotton fabric with a drying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilcloth",1,1,2 ], "another name for linoleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilcup",1,1,1 ], "a cup-shaped oil reservoir in a machine providing continuous lubrication for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilcup",1,1,1 ], "bearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oiled silk",1,1,1 ], "silk treated with oil to make it waterproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oiler",1,1,1 ], "a person, device, etc|, that lubricates or supplies oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oiler",1,1,2 ], "an oil tanker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oiler",1,1,3 ], "an oil well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilfield",1,1,1 ], "an area containing reserves of petroleum, esp| one that is already being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilfield",1,1,1 ], "exploited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oilfired",1,1,1 ], "(of central heating, etc|) using oil as fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilman",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or operates oil wells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilman",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes or sells oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilskin",1,1,1,1 ], "a cotton fabric treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilskin",1,1,2 ], "a protective outer garment of this fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilstone",1,1,1 ], "a stone with a fine grain lubricated with oil and used for sharpening cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oilstone",1,1,1 ], "tools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oily",1,1,1 ], "oilier, oiliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oily",1,1,2 ], "soaked in or smeared with oil or grease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oily",1,1,3 ], "consisting of, containing, or resembling oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oily",1,1,4 ], "flatteringly servile or obsequious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oink",1,1,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the grunt of a pig or the cry of a goose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ointment",1,1,1 ], "a fatty or oily medicated preparation applied to the skin to heal or protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ointment",1,1,2 ], "a similar substance used as a cosmetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oka",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight used in Turkey, equal to about 2|75 pounds or 1|24 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oka",1,1,2 ], "a unit of liquid measure used in Turkey, equal to about 1|3 pints or 0|75" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oka",1,1,2 ], "litres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "okapi",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown coat with horizontal white stripes on the legs and small horns:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "okapi",1,1,1 ], "a ruminant mammal, Okapia johnstoni, of the forests of central Africa, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "okapi",1,1,1 ], "family Giraffidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oke",1,1,1 ], "another name for oka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oke",2,1,1 ], "another term for O|K" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "okey-doke",1,3,1 ], "another term for O|K" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "okra",1,1,1 ], "an annual malvaceous plant, Hibiscus esculentus, of the Old World tropics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "okra",1,1,1 ], "with yellow-and-red flowers and edible oblong sticky green pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "okra",1,1,2 ], "the pod of this plant, eaten in soups, stews, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "okta",1,1,1 ], "a unit used in meteorology to measure cloud cover, equivalent to a cloud cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "okta",1,1,1 ], "of one eighth of the sky" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ol",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of approval or encouragement customary at bullfights, flamenco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ol",1,1,1 ], "dancing, and other Spanish or Latin-American events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ol",1,2,1 ], "a cry of ole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old age pension",1,1,1 ], "another name for retirement pension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old bird",1,1,1 ], "a wary and astute person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old boy network",1,1,1 ], "schools or universities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old boy network",1,1,1 ], "the appointment to power of former pupils of the same small group of public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old boy",1,1,1 ], "a male ex-pupil of a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old boy",1,1,1,1 ], "a familiar name used to refer to a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old boy",1,1,1,2 ], "an old man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old clothes man",1,1,1 ], "a person who deals in second-hand clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old country",1,1,1 ], "the country of origin of an immigrant or an immigrant's ancestors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old face",1,1,1 ], "a type style that originated in the 18th century, characterized by little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old face",1,1,1 ], "contrast between thick and thin strokes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old girl",1,1,1 ], "a female ex-pupil of a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old girl",1,1,1,1 ], "a familiar name used to refer to a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old girl",1,1,1,2 ], "an old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old gold",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark yellow colour, sometimes with a brownish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old gold",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old guard",1,1,1 ], "a group that works for a long-established or old-fashioned cause or principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old guard",1,1,2 ], "the conservative element in a political party or other group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old hand",1,1,1 ], "a person who is skilled at something through long experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old hat",1,1,1 ], "old-fashioned or trite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old lady",1,1,1 ], "an informal term for mother or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old maid",1,1,1 ], "a woman regarded as unlikely ever to marry; spinster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old maid",1,1,2 ], "a prim, fastidious, or excessively cautious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old maid",1,1,3 ], "a card game using a pack from which one card has been removed, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old maid",1,1,3 ], "players try to avoid holding the unpaired card at the end of the game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old man",1,1,1 ], "an informal term for father or husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old man",1,1,2 ], "a man in command, such as an employer, foreman, or captain of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old man",1,1,3 ], "an affectionate term used in addressing a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old man",1,1,4 ], "another name for southernwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old man",1,1,4,1 ], "an adult male kangaroo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old man",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier very large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old man",1,1,5 ], "the unregenerate aspect of human nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old man's beard",1,1,1 ], "Spanish moss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old man's beard",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants having long trailing parts, esp| traveller's joy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old master",1,1,1 ], "one of the great European painters of the period 1500 to 1800" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old master",1,1,2 ], "a painting by one of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old moon",1,1,1 ], "a phase of the moon lying between last quarter and new moon, when it appears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old moon",1,1,1 ], "as a waning crescent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old moon",1,1,2 ], "the moon when it appears as a waning crescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old moon",1,1,3 ], "the time at which this occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old rose",1,1,1,1 ], "a greyish-pink colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old rose",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old school tie",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive tie that indicates which school the wearer attended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old school tie",1,1,2 ], "schools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old school tie",1,1,2 ], "the attitudes, loyalties, values, etc|, associated with British public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old school",1,1,1 ], "a school formerly attended by a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old school",1,1,2 ], "a group of people favouring traditional ideas or conservative practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old soldier",1,1,1 ], "a former soldier or veteran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old soldier",1,1,2 ], "an experienced or practised person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old squaw",1,1,1 ], "a long-tailed northern sea duck, Clangula hyemalis, having dark wings and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old squaw",1,1,1 ], "white-and-brown head and body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old stager",1,1,1 ], "a person with experience; old hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old style",1,1,1 ], "a type style reviving the characteristics of old face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old talk" ,1, 1, 1],"superficial chatting",1). c_DEF([ "old talk" ,1, 3, 1],"to indulge in such chatting",1). c_DEF([ "old wives' tale",1,1,1 ], "a belief passed on by word of mouth as a piece of traditional wisdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old woman",1,1,1 ], "an informal term for mother or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old woman",1,1,2 ], "a timid, fussy, or cautious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,1 ], "having lived or existed for a relatively long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to advanced years or a long life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,1,2 ], "the old| old people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,1,3 ], "old and young| people of all ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,10 ], "skilled through long experience (esp| in the phrase an old hand)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,11 ], "out-of-date; unfashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,12 ], "remote or distant in origin or time of origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,13 ], "former; previous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,13,1 ], "established for a relatively long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,13,2 ], "old-established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,14 ], "sensible, wise, or mature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,15 ], "(of a river, valley, or land surface) in the final stage of the cycle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,15 ], "erosion, characterized by flat extensive flood plains and minimum relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,16 ], "(intensifier)(esp| in phrases such as a good old time, any old thing, any old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,16 ], "how, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,17 ], "(of crops) harvested late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,18 ], "good old days| an earlier period of time regarded as better than the present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,19 ], "little old| indicating affection, esp| humorous affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,2 ], "decrepit or senile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,20 ], "the old one Informal| a jocular name for Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,3 ], "worn with age or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,3,1 ], "having lived or existed for a specified period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,3,2 ], "a six-year-old child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,3,3 ], "a six-year-old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,4 ], "earlier or earliest of two or more things with the same name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,5 ], "designating the form of a language in which the earliest known records are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,5 ], "written" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,6 ], "familiar through long acquaintance or repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,7 ], "practised; hardened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,8 ], "(often preceded by good) cherished; dear: used as a term of affection or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,8 ], "familiarity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,1,9 ], "(with any of several nouns) used as a familiar form of address to a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old",1,2,1 ], "an earlier or past time (esp| in the phrase of old)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-established",1,1,1 ], "established for a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-fashioned",1,1,1 ], "belonging to, characteristic of, or favoured by former times; outdated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-fashioned",1,1,2 ], "favouring or adopting the dress, manners, fashions, etc|, of a former time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-fashioned",1,1,3 ], "old for one's age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-fashioned",1,2,1 ], "a cocktail containing spirit, bitters, fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-line",1,1,1 ], "conservative; old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-line",1,1,2 ], "well-established; traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-time",1,1,1 ], "Hold-time dancen| Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-time",1,1,2 ], "a formal or formation dance, such as the lancers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-timer",1,1,1 ], "a person who has been in a certain place, occupation, etc|, for a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-timer",1,1,2 ], "an old man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "old-world",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of former times, esp|, in Europe, quaint or traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olde-worlde",1,1,1 ], "old-world or quaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olden",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for old (often in phrases such as in olden days and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olden",1,1,1 ], "in olden times)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "older",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "older",1,1,2 ], "Also (of people, esp| members of the same family): elder| having lived or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "older",1,1,2 ], "existed longer; of greater age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oldfangled",1,1,1 ], "out-of-date; old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oldie",1,1,1 ], "an old person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oldster",1,1,1 ], "an older person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oldster",1,1,2 ], "a person who has been a midshipman for four years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oldwife",1,1,1 ], "another name for old squaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oldwife",1,1,2 ], "any of various fishes, esp| the menhaden or the alewife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleaceous",1,1,1 ], "including the ash, jasmine, privet, lilac, and olive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Oleaceae, a family of trees and shrubs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleaginous",1,1,1 ], "resembling or having the properties of oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleaginous",1,1,2 ], "containing or producing oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleander",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous evergreen Mediterranean apocynaceous shrub or tree, Nerium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleander",1,1,1 ], "oleander, with fragrant white, pink, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleaster",1,1,1 ], "Europe, Asia, and North America, having silver-white twigs, yellow flowers, and an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleaster",1,1,1 ], "any of several shrubs of the genus Elaeagnus, esp| E| angustifolia, of S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleaster",1,1,1 ], "olive-like fruit: family Elaeagnaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oleate",1,1,1 ], "C17H33COO-: common components of natural fats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of oleic acid, containing the ion C17H33COO'- or the group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olecranon",1,1,1 ], "the bony projection of the ulna behind the elbow joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olefine",1,1,1 ], "another name for alkene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily liquid unsaturated acid occurring, as the glyceride, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleic acid",1,1,1 ], "almost all natural fats;cis-9-octadecenoic acid: used in making soaps, ointments," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleic acid",1,1,1 ], "cosmetics, and lubricating oils| Formula: CH3(CH\2)7CHCH(CH\2)7COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "olein",1,1,1 ], "another name for triolein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleo oil",1,1,1 ], "an oil extracted from beef fat, consisting mainly of a mixture of olein and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleo oil",1,1,1 ], "palmitin| It is used in the manufacture of margarine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleo-",1,1,1 ], "oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleograph",1,1,1 ], "a chromolithograph printed in oil colours to imitate the appearance of an oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleograph",1,1,1 ], "painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleograph",1,1,2 ], "the pattern formed by a drop of oil spreading on water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleomargarine",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for margarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleoresin",1,1,1 ], "a semisolid mixture of a resin and essential oil, obtained from certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleoresin",1,1,1 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oleoresin",1,1,2 ], "a liquid preparation of resins and oils, obtained by extraction from plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oleum",1,1,1 ], "another name for fuming sulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olfaction",1,1,1 ], "the sense of smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olfaction",1,1,2 ], "the act or function of smelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory bulb",1,1,1 ], "cranial nerves concerned with the sense of smell originate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory bulb",1,1,1 ], "the anterior and slightly enlarged end of the olfactory tract, from which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory nerve",1,1,1 ], "either one of the first pair of cranial nerves, supplying the mucous membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory nerve",1,1,1 ], "of the nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory tract",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow triangular band of white tissue originating in the olfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory tract",1,1,1 ], "bulb and extending back to the point at which its fibres enter the base of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory tract",1,1,1 ], "cerebrum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "olfactory" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to the sense of smell",1). c_DEF([ "olfactory" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "olfactory" ,1, 2, 2],"(usually pl|) an organ or nerve concerned with the sense of smell",1). c_DEF([ "olibanum",1,1,1 ], "another name for frankincense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olid",1,1,1 ], "foul-smelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligarch",1,1,1 ], "a member of an oligarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by a small group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligarchy",1,1,2 ], "a state or organization so governed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligarchy",1,1,3 ], "a small body of individuals ruling such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligarchy",1,1,4 ], "a small clique of private citizens who exert a strong influence on government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a few or little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligochaete",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater or terrestrial annelid worm of the class Oligochaeta, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligochaete",1,1,1 ], "bristles (chaetae) borne singly along the length of the body: includes the earthworms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oligochaete",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the class Oligochaeta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligoclase",1,1,1 ], "a white, bluish, or reddish-yellow feldspar mineral of the plagioclase series," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligoclase",1,1,1 ], "consisting of aluminium silicates of sodium and calcium| Formula: NaAlSi3O8|CaAl2Si2O8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oligopoly",1,1,1 ], "a market situation in which control over the supply of a commodity is held by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligopoly",1,1,1 ], "a small number of producers each of whom is able to influence prices and thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oligopoly",1,1,1 ], "directly affect the position of competitors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oligopsony",1,1,1 ], "a market situation in which the demand for a commodity is represented by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligopsony",1,1,1 ], "small number of purchasers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oligosaccharide",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of carbohydrates consisting of a few monosaccharide units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligosaccharide",1,1,1 ], "linked together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oligotrophic",1,1,1 ], "(of lakes and similar habitats) poor in nutrients and plant life and rich in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oligotrophic",1,1,1 ], "oxygen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oliguria",1,1,1 ], "excretion of an abnormally small volume of urine, often as the result of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oliguria",1,1,1 ], "kidney disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olio",1,1,1 ], "a dish of many different ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olio",1,1,2 ], "a miscellany or potpourri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olivaceous",1,1,1 ], "of an olive colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olivary",1,1,1 ], "shaped like an olive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olivary",1,1,2 ], "forward portion of the medulla oblongata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olivary",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to either of two masses of tissue (olivary bodies) on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive branch",1,1,1 ], "a branch of an olive tree used to symbolize peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive branch",1,1,2 ], "any offering of peace or conciliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive brown",1,1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-brown to yellowish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive brown",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive crown",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in ancient Greece and Rome) a garland of olive leaves awarded as a token" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive crown",1,1,1 ], "of victory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olive drab",1,1,1,1 ], "a dull but fairly strong greyish-olive colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive drab",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive drab",1,1,2 ], "cloth or clothes in this colour, esp| the uniform of the U|S| Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive green",1,1,1,1 ], "a colour that is greener, stronger, and brighter than olive; deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive green",1,1,1,1 ], "yellowish-green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olive green",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive oil",1,1,1 ], "a pale yellow oil pressed from ripe olive fruits and used in cooking," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive oil",1,1,1 ], "medicines, soaps, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen oleaceous tree, Olea europaea, of the Mediterranean region but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,1,1 ], "cultivated elsewhere, having white fragrant flowers, and edible shiny black fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant, eaten as a relish and used as a source of olive oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,1,3 ], "the wood of the olive tree, used for ornamental work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,1,4 ], "any of various trees or shrubs resembling the olive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,1,4,1 ], "a yellow-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,1,4,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olive",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or made of the olive tree, its wood, or its fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olivenite",1,1,1 ], "a green to black rare secondary mineral consisting of hydrated basic copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olivenite",1,1,1 ], "arsenate in orthorhombic crystalline form| Formula: Cu2(AsO\4)(OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olivine",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of hard glassy olive-green or brown minerals consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olivine",1,1,1 ], "magnesium iron silicate in orthorhombic crystalline form: found in basic igneous rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olivine",1,1,1 ], "such as basalt and gabbro| Formula: (Mg,Fe)2SiO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "olla podrida",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish dish, consisting of a stew with beans, sausages, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olla podrida",1,1,2 ], "an assortment; miscellany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olla",1,1,1 ], "a cooking pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olla",1,1,2 ], "short for olla podrida" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "olm",1,1,1 ], "SE Europe, that retains its larval form throughout its life: family Proteidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "olm",1,1,1 ], "a pale blind eel-like salamander, Proteus anguinus, of underground streams in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ology",1,1,1 ], "a science or other branch of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oloroso",1,1,1 ], "a full-bodied golden-coloured sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omadhaun",1,1,1 ], "a fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omasum",1,1,1 ], "another name for psalterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ombre",1,1,1 ], "an 18th-century card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ombro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ombudsman",1,1,1 ], "an official who investigates citizens' complaints against the government or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ombudsman",1,1,1 ], "its servants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omega minus",1,1,1 ], "an unstable negatively charged elementary particle, classified as a baryon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omega minus",1,1,1 ], "that has a mass 3276 times that of the electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omega",1,1,1 ], "the 24th and last letter of the Greek alphabet (#GW, #Gw), a long vowel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omega",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as o or o" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omega",1,1,2 ], "the ending or last of a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omelette",1,1,1 ], "a savoury or sweet dish of beaten eggs cooked in fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omen",1,1,1 ], "a phenomenon or occurrence regarded as a sign of future happiness or disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omen",1,1,2 ], "prophetic significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omen",1,2,1 ], "to portend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omentum",1,1,1 ], "a double fold of peritoneum connecting the stomach with other abdominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omentum",1,1,1 ], "organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omer",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Hebrew unit of dry measure equal to one tenth of an ephah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omicron",1,1,1 ], "the 15th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GO, #Go), a short vowel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omicron",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as o" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ominous",1,1,1 ], "foreboding evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ominous",1,1,2 ], "serving as or having significance as an omen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omission",1,1,1 ], "something that has been omitted or neglected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omission",1,1,2 ], "the act of omitting or the state of having been omitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to neglect to do or include" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omit",1,1,2 ], "to fail (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ommatidium",1,1,1 ], "any of the numerous cone-shaped units that make up the compound eyes of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ommatidium",1,1,1 ], "arthropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ommatophore",1,1,1 ], "a movable stalk or tentacle bearing an eye, occurring in lower animals such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ommatophore",1,1,1 ], "crabs and snails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omni-",1,1,1 ], "all or everywhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnibus",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for bus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnibus",1,1,2 ], "a collection of works by one author or several works on a similar topic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnibus",1,1,2 ], "reprinted in one volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omnibus",1,2,1 ], "of, dealing with, or providing for many different things or cases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnicompetent",1,1,1 ], "able to judge or deal with all matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnidirectional",1,1,1 ], "(of an antenna) capable of transmitting and receiving radio signals in all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnidirectional",1,1,1 ], "directions, radiating properties at any instant being the same on all bearings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omnifarious",1,1,1 ], "of many or all varieties or forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnific",1,1,1 ], "creating all things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnipotent",1,1,1 ], "having very great or unlimited power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnipotent",1,2,1 ], "the Omnipotent| an epithet for God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnipresent",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a deity) present in all places at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnirange",1,1,1 ], "a very-high-frequency ground radio navigational system to assist a pilot in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnirange",1,1,1 ], "plotting his exact position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omniscient",1,1,1 ], "having infinite knowledge or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omniscient",1,1,2 ], "having very great or seemingly unlimited knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnium-gatherum",1,1,1 ], "a miscellaneous collection; assortment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnivore",1,1,1 ], "an omnivorous person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnivorous",1,1,1 ], "eating food of both animal and vegetable origin, or any type of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omnivorous",1,1,1 ], "indiscriminately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omnivorous",1,1,2 ], "taking in or assimilating everything, esp| with the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omophagia",1,1,1 ], "the eating of raw food, esp| meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omphalos",1,1,1 ], "(in the ancient world) a sacred conical object, esp| a stone| The most famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omphalos",1,1,1 ], "omphalos at Delphi was assumed to mark the centre of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "omphalos",1,1,2 ], "the central point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "omphalos",1,1,3 ], "another word for navel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on dit",1,1,1 ], "a rumour piece of gossip|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on key",1,2,1 ], "in the right key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on key",1,2,2 ], "in tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on line",1,1,1 ], "connected to and controlled by the central processing unit of a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "on line",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerned with a peripheral device that is directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on stream",1,1,1 ], "(of a manufacturing process, industrial plant, equipment, etc|) in or about to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on stream",1,1,1 ], "go into operation or production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,1 ], "in contact or connection with the surface of; at the upper surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,10 ], "in the process or course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,11 ], "concerned with or relating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,12 ], "used to indicate the basis, grounds, or cause, as of a statement or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,13 ], "against: used to indicate opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,14 ], "used to indicate a meeting or encounter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,15 ], "(used with an adj| preceded by the) indicating the manner or way in which an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,15 ], "action is carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,2 ], "attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,3 ], "carried with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,4 ], "in the immediate vicinity of; close to or along the side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,5 ], "within the time limits of a day or date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,6 ], "being performed upon or relayed through the medium of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,7 ], "at the occasion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,8 ], "used to indicate support, subsistence, contingency, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,8,1 ], "regularly taking (a drug)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,8,2 ], "addicted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,9 ], "as on foot, on wheels, on horseback, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,1,9 ], "by means of (something considered as a mode of transport)(esp| in such phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,1 ], "continuation, as of a mechanical operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,1 ], "in the position or state required for the commencement or sustained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,1,1 ], "attached to, surrounding, or placed in contact with something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,1,2 ], "taking place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,2 ], "in a manner indicating continuity, persistence, concentration, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,3 ], "in a direction towards something, esp| forwards; so as to make progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,4 ], "on and off| intermittently; from time to time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,2,5 ], "on and on| without ceasing, continually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,3,1 ], "functioning; operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,1,1 ], "staked or wagered as a bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,1,2 ], "performing, as on stage, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,1,3 ], "definitely taking place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,1,4 ], "charged to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,1,5 ], "tolerable or practicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,2 ], "on at| Informal| nagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,3 ], "on it| Austral| informal| drinking alcoholic liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,4,4 ], "(of a bowler) bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,5,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,5,2 ], "relating to or denoting the leg side of a cricket field or pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,5,2,2 ], "used to designate certain fielding positions on the leg side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on",1,6,1 ], "(of a person) to be willing to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on-glide",1,1,1 ], "a glide immediately preceding a speech sound, for which the articulators are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "on-glide",1,1,1 ], "taking position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onager",1,1,1 ], "a Persian variety of the wild ass, Equus hemionus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onager",1,1,2 ], "an ancient war engine for hurling stones, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onagraceous",1,1,1 ], "including fuchsia and willowherb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onagraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Onagraceae, a family of flowering plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onanism",1,1,1 ], "another name for masturbation or coitus interruptus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,1 ], "one time; on one occasion or in one case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,10 ], "once upon a time| used to begin fairy tales and children's stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,2 ], "at some past time; formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,3 ], "by one step or degree (of relationship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,4 ], "ever; at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,5 ], "multiplied by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,6 ], "once and away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,6,1 ], "conclusively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,6,2 ], "occasionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,7 ], "once and for all| conclusively; for the last time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,8 ], "once in a while| occasionally; now and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,1,9 ], "once or twice or once and again| a few times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,2,1 ], "as soon as; if ever or whenever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,1 ], "one occasion or case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,2 ], "all at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,2,1 ], "suddenly or without warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,2,2 ], "simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,3 ], "at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,3,1 ], "immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,3,2 ], "simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once",1,3,4 ], "for once| this time, if (or but) at no other time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once-over",1,1,1 ], "a quick examination or appraisal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once-over",1,1,2 ], "a quick but comprehensive piece of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once-over",1,1,3 ], "a violent beating or thrashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once-over",1,1,4 ], "(Esp| for all senses) in the phrase give the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "once-over",1,1,5 ], "(or a)once-over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oncer",1,1,1 ], "a one-pound note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oncer",1,1,2 ], "a person elected to Parliament who can only expect to serve one term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onco-",1,1,1 ], "denoting a tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oncogenic",1,1,1 ], "causing the formation of a tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oncology",1,1,1 ], "of tumours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oncology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the study, classification, and treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oncoming",1,1,1 ], "coming nearer in space or time; approaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oncoming",1,2,1 ], "the approach or onset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oncost",1,1,1 ], "another word for overhead ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ondes Martenot",1,1,1 ], "an electronic keyboard instrument in which the frequency of an oscillator is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ondes Martenot",1,1,1 ], "varied to produce separate musical notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ondograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for producing a graphical recording of an alternating current by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ondograph",1,1,1 ], "measuring the charge imparted to a capacitor at different points in the cycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ondometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the frequency of radio waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one another",1,1,1 ], "reciprocal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "one another",1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of plural pronouns when the action, attribution, etc|, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,1,1 ], "a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,1,1 ], "distinct from all others; only; unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,1,1 ], "single; lone; not two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,1,2 ], "one is enough for now; one at a time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,1,2 ], "one of a kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,10 ], "be made one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,11 ], "(of a man and a woman) to become married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,12 ], "many a one| many people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,13 ], "neither one thing nor the other| indefinite, undecided, or mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,14 ], "never a one| none" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,15 ], "one and all| everyone, without exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,16 ], "one by one| one at a time; individually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,17 ], "one or two| a few" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,18 ], "one way and another| on balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,19 ], "one with another| on average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,2 ], "(person, item, etc|) as distinct from another or others of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,2,2 ], "which one is correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,3 ], "a certain, indefinite, or unspecified (time); some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,4 ], "an emphatic word for a or an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,5 ], "a certain (person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,6 ], "(all) in one| combined; united" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,7 ], "all one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,7,1 ], "all the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,7,2 ], "of no consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,8 ], "at one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,1,9 ], "(often foll| by with) in a state of agreement or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,2,1 ], "an indefinite person regarded as typical of every person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,2,2 ], "alternative grammatical construction to that of the passive voice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,2,2 ], "any indefinite person: used as the subject of a sentence to form an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,2,3 ], "an unspecified person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,1 ], "the smallest whole number and the first cardinal number; unity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,10 ], "the Evil one| Satan; the devil| Related prefixes: mono-, uni-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,2 ], "a numeral (1, I, i, etc|) representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,3 ], "the beat is measured in semibreves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,3 ], "the numeral 1 used as the lower figure in a time signature to indicate that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,4 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of one unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,5 ], "one hour after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,6 ], "a blow or setback (esp| in the phrase one in the eye for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,7 ], "the one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,8 ], "(in neo-Platonic philosophy) the ultimate being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one",1,3,9 ], "the Holy One or the One above| God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-armed bandit",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for slot machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-eighty",1,1,1 ], "a manoeuvre in which the rider spins the board half a turn and continues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-eighty",1,1,1 ], "travelling in the original direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "one-horse",1,1,1 ], "drawn by or using one horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-horse",1,1,2 ], "small or obscure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-man",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or done by or for one man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-night stand",1,1,1 ], "a performance given only once at any one place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-night stand",1,1,1,1 ], "a sexual encounter lasting only one evening or night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-night stand",1,1,1,2 ], "a person regarded as being only suitable for such an encounter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-off",1,1,1,1 ], "something that is carried out or made only once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-off",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-piece",1,1,1 ], "(of a garment, esp| a bathing costume) made in one piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-sided",1,1,1 ], "considering or favouring only one side of a matter, problem, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-sided",1,1,2 ], "having all the advantage on one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-sided",1,1,3 ], "larger or more developed on one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-sided",1,1,4 ], "having, existing on, or occurring on one side only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-sided",1,1,5 ], "another term for unilateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-sided",1,1,6 ], "denoting a surface on which any two points can be joined without crossing an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-sided",1,1,6 ], "edge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "one-step",1,1,1 ], "an early 20th-century ballroom dance with long quick steps, the precursor of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-step",1,1,1 ], "the foxtrot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "one-step",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-time",1,1,1 ], "at some time in the past; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-time",1,2,1 ], "at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-to-one",1,1,1 ], "(of two or more things) corresponding exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-to-one",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or involving the pairing of each member of one set with only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-to-one",1,1,2 ], "one member of another set, without remainder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "one-track",1,1,1 ], "obsessed with one idea, subject, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-track",1,1,2 ], "having or consisting of a single track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-two",1,1,1 ], "a jab with the leading hand followed by a cross with the other hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-two",1,1,2 ], "another term for wall pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-up",1,1,1 ], "having or having scored an advantage or lead over someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-upmanship",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of achieving or maintaining an advantage over others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-way ticket",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for single ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-way",1,1,1 ], "moving or allowing travel in one direction only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "one-way",1,1,2 ], "entailing no reciprocal obligation, action, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneiric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to dreams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneiro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a dream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneirocritic",1,1,1 ], "a person who interprets dreams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneiromancy",1,1,1 ], "divination by the interpretation of dreams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being one; singleness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneness",1,1,2 ], "the state of being united; agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneness",1,1,3 ], "uniqueness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneness",1,1,4 ], "sameness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oner",1,1,1 ], "an outstanding person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oner",1,1,2 ], "a heavy blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onerous",1,1,1 ], "laborious or oppressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onerous",1,1,2 ], "(of a contract, lease, etc|) having or involving burdens or obligations that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onerous",1,1,2 ], "counterbalance or outweigh the advantages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oneself",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneself",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oneself",1,1,2 ], "one's normal or usual self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ongoing",1,1,1 ], "actually in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ongoing",1,1,2 ], "continually moving forward; developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onion dome",1,1,1 ], "a bulb-shaped dome characteristic of Byzantine and Russian church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onion dome",1,1,1 ], "architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,1 ], "an alliaceous plant, Allium cepa, having greenish-white flowers: cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,1 ], "for its rounded edible bulb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,2 ], "leaf bases with a pungent odour and taste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,2 ], "the bulb of this plant, consisting of concentric layers of white succulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,3 ], "any of several related plants similar to A| cepa, such as A| fistulosum (Welsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,3 ], "onion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,4 ], "a girl participating in a gangbang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onion",1,1,5 ], "know one's onions| Brit| slang| to be fully acquainted with a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onionskin",1,1,1 ], "a glazed translucent paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onium compound",1,1,1 ], "a proton to a neutral compound, as in ammonium, oxonium, and sulphonium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onium compound",1,1,1 ], "any salt in which the positive ion (onium ion) is formed by the attachment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onium compound",1,1,1 ], "compounds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "onlooker",1,1,1 ], "a person who observes without taking part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,1,1 ], "the| being single or very few in number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,1,2 ], "(of a child) having no siblings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,1,3 ], "unique by virtue of being superior to anything else; peerless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,1,4 ], "one and only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,1,4,1 ], "incomparable; unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,1,4,2 ], "the object of all one's love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,1 ], "without anyone or anything else being included; alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,2 ], "merely or just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,3 ], "no more or no greater than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,4 ], "the condition ever being fulfilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,4 ], "used in conditional clauses introduced by if to emphasize the impossibility of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,5 ], "not earlier than; not|||until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,6 ], "be unrealizable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,6 ], "if only or if|||only| an expression used to introduce a wish, esp| one felt to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,7 ], "only if| never|||except when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,8 ], "only too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,8,1 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,2,8,2 ], "most regrettably (esp| in the phrase only too true)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only",1,3,1 ], "but; however: used to introduce an exception or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "only-begotten",1,1,1 ], "(of a child) the only offspring of its father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomasiology",1,1,1 ], "another name for onomastics ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomasiology",1,1,2 ], "between individual words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onomasiology",1,1,2 ], "the branch of semantics concerned with the meanings of and meaning relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomastic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to proper names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomastic",1,1,2 ], "attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onomastic",1,1,2 ], "denoting a signature in a different handwriting from that to which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomastics",1,1,1 ], "the study of proper names, esp| of their origins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomastics",1,1,2 ], "a systematization of the facts about how proper names are formed in a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomastics",1,1,2 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onomatopoeia",1,1,1 ], "action designated, such as hiss, buzz, and bang" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onomatopoeia",1,1,1 ], "the formation of words whose sound is imitative of the sound of the noise or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onomatopoeia",1,1,2 ], "the use of such words for poetic or rhetorical effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onrush",1,1,1 ], "a forceful forward rush or flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onset",1,1,1 ], "an attack; assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onset",1,1,2 ], "a start; beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onshore",1,2,1 ], "towards the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onshore",1,2,2 ], "on land; not at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onside",1,2,1 ], "(of a player) in a legal position, as when behind the ball or with a required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onside",1,2,1 ], "number of opponents between oneself and the opposing team's goal line|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onslaught",1,1,1 ], "a violent attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onto",1,1,1 ], "to a position that is on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onto",1,1,2 ], "having become aware of (something illicit or secret)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onto",1,1,3 ], "into contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onto-",1,1,1 ], "existence or being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ontogeny",1,1,1 ], "organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ontogeny",1,1,1 ], "the entire sequence of events involved in the development of an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ontological argument",1,1,1 ], "concept of a being who cannot but exist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ontological argument",1,1,1 ], "one of the arguments that attempt to prove that the concept of God is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ontology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of metaphysics that deals with the nature of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ontology",1,1,2 ], "the set of entities presupposed by a theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onus probandi",1,1,1 ], "the Latin phrase for burden of proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onus",1,1,1 ], "a responsibility, task, or burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onward",1,1,1 ], "directed or moving forwards, onwards, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of onwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onwards",1,1,1 ], "at or towards a point or position ahead, in advance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onychophoran",1,1,1 ], "and evolutionary development between annelids and arthropods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "onychophoran",1,1,1 ], "any wormlike invertebrates of the phylum Onychophora, having a segmented body," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onychophoran",1,1,1 ], "short unjointed limbs, and breathing by means of tracheae: intermediate in structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onymous",1,1,1 ], "(of a book) bearing its author's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onyx",1,1,1 ], "a variety of chalcedony with alternating black and white parallel bands, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "onyx",1,1,1 ], "as a gemstone| Formula: SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onyx",1,1,2 ], "Formula: CaCO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "onyx",1,1,2 ], "a compact variety of calcite used as an ornamental stone; onyx marble|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oo-",1,1,1 ], "egg or ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oocyte",1,1,1 ], "an immature female germ cell that gives rise to an ovum after two meiotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oocyte",1,1,1 ], "divisions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oodles",1,1,1 ], "great quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oof",1,1,1 ], "money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oogamy",1,1,1 ], "motile female gamete: occurs in all higher animals and some plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oogamy",1,1,1 ], "sexual reproduction involving a small motile male gamete and a large much less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation and maturation of ova from undifferentiated cells in the ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oogonium",1,1,1 ], "an immature female germ cell forming oocytes by repeated divisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oogonium",1,1,2 ], "(oospheres)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oogonium",1,1,2 ], "a female sex organ of some algae and fungi producing female gametes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise, pleasure, pain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oolite",1,1,1 ], "any sedimentary rock, esp| limestone, consisting of tiny spherical concentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oolite",1,1,1 ], "grains within a fine matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of ornithology concerned with the study of birds' eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oolong",1,1,1 ], "a kind of dark tea, grown in China, that is partly fermented before being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oolong",1,1,1 ], "dried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oomiak",1,1,1 ], "other words for umiak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oompah",1,1,1 ], "a representation of the sound made by a deep brass instrument, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oompah",1,1,1 ], "military band music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oomph",1,1,1 ], "enthusiasm, vigour, or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oomph",1,1,2 ], "sex appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oont",1,1,1 ], "a camel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oophorectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of an ovary or ovarian tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oophoritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of an ovary; ovaritis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oophyte",1,1,1 ], "the gametophyte in mosses, liverworts, and ferns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oops",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise or of apology as when someone drops something or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oops",1,1,1 ], "makes a mistake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oop| cit|(in textual annotations)" ,1, 1, 1],"opere citato",1). c_DEF([ "oos" ,1, 1, 1],"a short stout stick used as a weapon",1). c_DEF([ "oos" ,1, 1, 2],"take up the cudgels",1). c_DEF([ "oos" ,1, 1, 3],"(often foll| by for or on behalf of) to join in a dispute, esp| to defend",1). c_DEF([ "oos" ,1, 1, 3],"oneself or another",2). c_DEF([ "oos" ,1, 3, 1],"(tr|) to strike with a cudgel or similar weapon",1). c_DEF([ "oos" ,1, 3, 2],"cudgel one's brains",1). c_DEF([ "oos" ,1, 3, 3],"to think hard about a problem",1). c_DEF([ "oose",1,1,1 ], "dust; fluff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oosperm",1,1,1 ], "a fertilized ovum; zygote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oosphere",1,1,1 ], "a large female gamete produced in the oogonia of algae and fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oospore",1,1,1 ], "a thick-walled sexual spore that develops from a fertilized oosphere in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oospore",1,1,1 ], "algae and fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ootheca",1,1,1 ], "a capsule containing eggs that is produced by some insects and molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ootid",1,1,1 ], "an immature female gamete that develops into an ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze leather",1,1,1 ], "a very soft leather with a suedelike finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",1,1,1 ], "to flow or leak out slowly, as through pores or very small holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",1,1,2 ], "to exude or emit (moisture, gas, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",1,2,1 ], "to overflow with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",1,3,1 ], "to disappear or escape gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",1,4,1 ], "a slow flowing or leaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",1,4,2 ], "an infusion of vegetable matter, such as sumac or oak bark, used in tanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",2,1,1 ], "a soft thin mud found at the bottom of lakes and rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",2,1,2 ], "a fine-grained calcareous or siliceous marine deposit consisting of the hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",2,1,2 ], "parts of planktonic organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ooze",2,1,3 ], "muddy ground, esp| of bogs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oozy",1,1,1 ], "oozier, ooziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oozy",1,1,2 ], "moist or dripping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oozy",2,1,1 ], "oozier, ooziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oozy",2,1,2 ], "of, resembling, or containing mud; slimy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op art",1,1,1 ], "a style of abstract art chiefly concerned with the exploitation of optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op art",1,1,1 ], "effects such as the illusion of movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opacity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being opaque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opacity",1,1,2 ], "the degree to which something is opaque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opacity",1,1,3 ], "an opaque object or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opacity",1,1,4 ], "obscurity of meaning; unintelligibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opacity",1,1,5 ], "photographic film, to that transmitted by the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opacity",1,1,5 ], "the ratio of the intensity of light falling on a surface, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opah",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and the Mediterranean Sea, having a deep, brilliantly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opah",1,1,1 ], "a large soft-finned deep-sea teleost fish, Lampris regius (or luna), of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opah",1,1,1 ], "coloured body: family Lampridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opal",1,1,1 ], "an amorphous form of hydrated silicon dioxide that is colourless or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opal",1,1,1 ], "and in deposits from hot springs in America and Australia| Some varieties are used" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opal",1,1,1 ], "as gemstones| Formula: SiO2|nH2O" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "opal",1,1,1 ], "variable colour and transparent or translucent: found in sedimentary and volcanic rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opalesce",1,1,1 ], "to exhibit a milky iridescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opalescent",1,1,1 ], "having or emitting an iridescence like that of an opal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opaline",1,1,1 ], "opalescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opaline",1,2,1 ], "an opaque or semiopaque whitish glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opaque context",1,1,1 ], "a context in which replacement of an expression by a coreferential expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opaque context",1,1,1 ], "may change the truth-value of the whole proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opaque projector",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for episcope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 1, 1],"not transmitting light; not transparent or translucent",1). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 1, 2],"not reflecting light; lacking lustre or shine; dull",1). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 1, 3],"not transmitting radiant energy, such as electromagnetic or corpuscular",1). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 1, 3],"radiation, or sound",2). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 1, 4],"hard to understand; unintelligible",1). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 1, 5],"unintelligent; dense",1). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 2, 1],"an opaque pigment used to block out particular areas on a negative",1). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 4, 1],"to make opaque",1). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 4, 2],"opaque",2). c_DEF([ "opaque" ,1, 4, 2],"to block out particular areas, such as blemishes, on (a negative), using an",1). c_DEF([ "ope",1,2,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open air",1,1,1,1 ], "the place or space where the air is unenclosed; the outdoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open air",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open chain",1,1,1 ], "a chain of atoms in a molecule that is not joined at its ends into the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open chain",1,1,1 ], "a ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open circuit",1,1,1 ], "an incomplete electrical circuit in which no current flows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open court",1,1,1 ], "a court or trial to which members of the public are freely admitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open day",1,1,1 ], "an occasion on which an institution, such as a school, is open for inspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open day",1,1,1 ], "by the public| U|S| name: open house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open door",1,1,1 ], "a policy or practice by which a nation grants opportunities for trade to all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open door",1,1,1 ], "other nations equally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open door",1,1,2 ], "free and unrestricted admission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open game",1,1,1 ], "a relatively simple game involving open ranks and files, permitting tactical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open game",1,1,1 ], "play, and usually following symmetrical development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open house",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for at-home or open day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open house",1,1,2 ], "keep open house| to be always ready to receive guests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open letter",1,1,1 ], "a letter, esp| one of protest, addressed to a person but also made public, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open letter",1,1,1 ], "through the press" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open market operations",1,1,1 ], "economy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "open market operations",1,1,1 ], "of England for the purpose of regulating the supply of money and credit to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open market operations",1,1,1 ], "the purchase and sale on the open market of government securities by the Bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open market",1,1,1 ], "a market in which prices are determined by supply and demand, there are no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open market",1,1,1 ], "barriers to entry, and trading is not restricted to a specific area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open order",1,1,1 ], "a formation that allows additional space between the front and near ranks of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open order",1,1,1 ], "guard or inspected unit to allow the inspecting officer to pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open policy",1,1,1 ], "an insurance policy in which the amount payable in the event of a claim is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open policy",1,1,1 ], "settled after the loss or damage has occurred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open primary",1,1,1 ], "a primary in which any registered voter may participate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open secret",1,1,1 ], "something that is supposed to be secret but is widely known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open sentence",1,1,1 ], "a formula that contains a free occurrence of a variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open sesame",1,1,1 ], "a very successful means of achieving a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open shop",1,1,1 ], "an establishment in which persons are hired and employed irrespective of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open shop",1,1,1 ], "membership of a trade union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open shop",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) an organization hiring only nonunion labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open up",1,2,1 ], "to start firing a gun or guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open up",1,3,1 ], "to speak freely or without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open up",1,4,1 ], "(of a motor vehicle) to accelerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open up",1,5,1 ], "to render accessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open up",1,5,2 ], "to make or become more exciting or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open verdict",1,1,1 ], "a finding by a coroner's jury of death without stating the cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,1 ], "not closed or barred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,10 ], "unengaged or unoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,11 ], "(of a season or period) not restricted for purposes of hunting game or quarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,11 ], "of various kinds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,12 ], "not decided or finalized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,13 ], "ready to entertain new ideas; not biased or prejudiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,14 ], "unreserved or candid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,15 ], "liberal or generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,16 ], "extended or eager to receive (esp| in the phrase with open arms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,17 ], "exposed to view; blatant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,18 ], "liable or susceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,19 ], "(of climate or seasons) free from frost; mild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,2 ], "affording free passage, access, view, etc|; not blocked or obstructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,20 ], "free from navigational hazards, such as ice, sunken ships, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,21 ], "gambling, vice, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,21 ], "without legal restrictions or enforceable regulations, esp| in relation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,22 ], "without barriers to prevent absconding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,23 ], "having large or numerous spacing or apertures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,24 ], "full of small openings or gaps; porous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,25 ], "(of type matter) generously leaded or widely spaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,25,1 ], "(of a violin or guitar string)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,26 ], "not stopped with the finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,26,2 ], "(of a pipe, such as an organ pipe) not closed at either end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,26,3 ], "(of a note) played on such a string or pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,27 ], "in operation; active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,28 ], "(of a cheque) not crossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,29 ], "(of a return ticket) not specifying a date for travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,29,1 ], "(of a goal, court, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,3 ], "not sealed, fastened, or wrapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,30 ], "unguarded or relatively unprotected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,30,2 ], "(of a stance, esp| in golf) characterized by the front of the body being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,30,2 ], "turned forward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,31 ], "(of a wound) exposed to the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,32 ], "(esp| of the large intestine) free from obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,33 ], "undefended and of no military significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,33,1 ], "denoting a vowel pronounced with the lips relatively wide apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,33,2 ], "denoting a syllable that does not end in a consonant, as in pa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,34 ], "(of a set) containing points whose neighbourhood consists of other points of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,34 ], "the same set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,4 ], "having the interior part accessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,5 ], "extended, expanded, or unfolded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,6 ], "ready for business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,7 ], "able to be obtained; available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,8 ], "unobstructed by buildings, trees, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,1,9 ], "free to all to join, enter, use, visit, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move from a closed or fastened position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll by on or onto) to render accessible or unobstructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,1 ], "to come into or appear in view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,2 ], "to puncture (a boil, etc|) so as to permit drainage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,3 ], "to extend or unfold or cause to extend or unfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,4 ], "to disclose or uncover or be disclosed or uncovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,5 ], "to cause (the mind) to become receptive or (of the mind) to become receptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,6 ], "to operate or cause to operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,7 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by out) to make or become less compact or dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,7 ], "in structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,3,8 ], "to set or be set in action; start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,4,1 ], "initial deposit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,4,1 ], "to arrange for (a bank account, savings account, etc|) usually by making an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,4,2 ], "to turn to a specified point in (a book, magazine, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,4,3 ], "to make the opening statement in (a case before a court of law)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,5,1 ], "to bet, bid, or lead first on a hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,6,1 ], "(often prec| by the) any wide or unobstructed space or expanse, esp| of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,6,1 ], "or water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,6,2 ], "a competition which all may enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open",1,6,3 ], "bring (or come) into the open| to make (or become) evident or public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-and-shut",1,1,1 ], "easily decided or solved; obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-ended",1,1,1 ], "without definite limits, as of duration or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-eyed",1,1,1 ], "with the eyes wide open, as in amazement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-eyed",1,1,2 ], "watchful; alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-faced",1,1,1 ], "having an ingenuous expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-faced",1,1,2 ], "(of a watch) having no lid or cover other than the glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-field",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting the system in which an arable area was divided into unenclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-field",1,1,1 ], "strips, esp| cultivated by different tenants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open-handed",1,1,1 ], "generous; liberal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-heart surgery",1,1,1 ], "maintained mechanically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open-heart surgery",1,1,1 ], "surgical repair of the heart during which the blood circulation is often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-hearted",1,1,1 ], "kindly and warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-hearted",1,1,2 ], "disclosing intentions and thoughts clearly; candid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-hearth furnace",1,1,1 ], "a shallow hearth and heated by producer gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "open-hearth furnace",1,1,1 ], "a steel-making reverbatory furnace in which pig iron and scrap is contained in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-hearth process",1,1,1 ], "a process for making steel using an open-hearth furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-minded",1,1,1 ], "having a mind receptive to new ideas, arguments, etc|; unprejudiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-mouthed",1,1,1 ], "having an open mouth, esp| in surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-mouthed",1,1,2 ], "greedy or ravenous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-mouthed",1,1,3 ], "clamorous or vociferous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-plan",1,1,1 ], "having no or few dividing walls between areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "open-reel",1,1,1 ], "another term for reel-to-reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opencast mining",1,1,1 ], "mining by excavating from the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opener",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used to open sealed containers such as tins or bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opener",1,1,2 ], "a person who opens, esp| the player who makes the first bid or play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opener",1,1,3 ], "the first song, act, etc|, in a variety show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening time",1,1,1 ], "the time at which pubs can legally start selling alcoholic drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,1 ], "the act of making or becoming open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,2 ], "a vacant or unobstructed space, esp| one that will serve as a passageway; gap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,3 ], "a tract in a forest in which trees are scattered or absent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,4 ], "the first part or stage of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,4,1 ], "the first performance of something, esp| a theatrical production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,5 ], "a specific or formal sequence of moves at the start of any of certain games," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,5 ], "esp| chess or draughts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,6 ], "an opportunity or chance, esp| for employment or promotion in a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,6 ], "concern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,7 ], "evidence in support of his case" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opening",1,1,7 ], "the preliminary statement made by counsel to the court or jury before adducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "openwork",1,1,1 ], "holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "openwork",1,1,1 ], "ornamental work, as of metal or embroidery, having a pattern of openings or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera buffa",1,1,1 ], "a kind of comic opera originating in Italy during the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera cloak",1,1,1 ], "a large cloak worn over evening clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera glasses",1,1,1 ], "small low-powered binoculars used by audiences in theatres, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera hat",1,1,1 ], "a collapsible top hat operated by a spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera house",1,1,1 ], "a theatre designed for opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera seria",1,1,1 ], "a type of opera current in 18th century Italy based on a serious plot, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera seria",1,1,1 ], "mythological tale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opera",1,1,1 ], "an extended dramatic work in which music constitutes a dominating feature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera",1,1,1 ], "either consisting of separate recitatives, arias, and choruses, or having a continuous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opera",1,1,1 ], "musical structure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opera",1,1,2 ], "the branch of music or drama represented by such works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera",1,1,3 ], "the score, libretto, etc|, of an opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera",1,1,4 ], "a theatre where opera is performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opera",2,1,1 ], "a plural of opus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being treated by a surgical operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being operated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operable",1,1,3 ], "capable of being put into practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operand",1,1,1 ], "a quantity or function upon which a mathematical operation is performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operant conditioning",1,1,1 ], "another name for instrumental conditioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operant",1,1,1 ], "producing effects; operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operant",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that operates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,1,1 ], "to function or cause to function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,2,1 ], "to control the functioning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,2,2 ], "to manage, direct, run, or pursue (a business, system, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,2,3 ], "to perform a surgical operation upon (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,3,1 ], "to produce a desired or intended effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,4,1 ], "to treat or process in a particular or specific way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,5,1 ], "to conduct military or naval operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operate",1,6,1 ], "to deal in securities on a stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operatic",1,1,2 ], "histrionic or exaggerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operating table",1,1,1 ], "the table on which the patient lies during a surgical operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operating theatre",1,1,1 ], "a room in which surgical operations are performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or manner of operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,2 ], "or into operation)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,2 ], "the state of being in effect, in action, or operative (esp| in the phrases in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,3 ], "a process, method, or series of acts, esp| of a practical or mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,3 ], "nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,4 ], "any manipulation of the body or one of its organs or parts to repair damage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,4 ], "arrest the progress of a disease, remove foreign matter, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,4,1 ], "a military or naval action, such as a campaign, manoeuvre, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,5 ], "any procedure, such as addition, multiplication, involution, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,5 ], "differentiation, in which one or more numbers or quantities are operated upon according to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,5 ], "specific rules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "operation",1,1,6 ], "a commercial or financial transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operational",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an operation or operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operational",1,1,2 ], "in working order and ready for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operational",1,1,3 ], "capable of, needed in, or actually involved in operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operationalism",1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of science) the belief that a scientific concept should be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operationalism",1,1,1 ], "defined by specifying the operations to be performed in determining its validity| Such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operationalism",1,1,1 ], "operations include the application of test procedures, the taking of measurements, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "operations research",1,1,1 ], "of models and the application of linear programming, critical path analysis, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operations research",1,1,1 ], "other quantitative techniques" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "operations research",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of problems in business and industry involving the construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operations room",1,1,1 ], "a room from which operations, esp| military operations, are controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operative",1,1,1 ], "in force, effect, or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operative",1,1,2 ], "exerting force or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operative",1,1,3 ], "producing a desired effect; significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operative",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a surgical procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operative",1,2,1 ], "a worker, esp| one with a special skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operative",1,2,2 ], "a private detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operatize",1,1,1 ], "to turn a play, novel, etc|, into an opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operator",1,1,1 ], "a person who operates a machine, instrument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operator",1,1,2 ], "a person who owns or operates an industrial or commercial establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operator",1,1,3 ], "a speculator, esp| one who operates on currency or stock markets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operator",1,1,4 ], "a person who manipulates affairs and other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operator",1,1,5 ], "any symbol, term, letter, etc|, used to indicate or express a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operator",1,1,5 ], "operation or process, such as (the integral operator), or D (the differential operator)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operculum",1,1,1,1 ], "the hard bony flap covering the gill slits in fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operculum",1,1,1,2 ], "the body is withdrawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operculum",1,1,1,2 ], "the bony plate in certain gastropods covering the opening of the shell when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operculum",1,1,2 ], "the covering of the spore-bearing capsule of a moss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operculum",1,1,3 ], "any other covering or lid in various organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operetta",1,1,1 ], "a type of comic or lighthearted opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operon",1,1,1 ], "a group of adjacent genes functioning as a unit under the control of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operon",1,1,1 ], "gene (the operator gene)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "operose",1,1,1 ], "laborious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "operose",1,1,2 ], "industrious; busy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophicleide",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete keyed wind instrument of bass pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophidian",1,1,1 ], "snakelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophidian",1,1,2 ], "comprises the snakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ophidian",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Ophidia, a suborder of reptiles that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophidian",1,2,1 ], "any reptile of the suborder Ophidia;a snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology that is concerned with the study of snakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophite",1,1,1 ], "and diabase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ophite",1,1,1 ], "any of several greenish mottled rocks with ophitic texture, such as dolerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophitic",1,1,1 ], "(of the texture of rocks such as dolerite) having small elongated unorientated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophitic",1,1,1 ], "feldspar crystals embedded in the ferromagnesian matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmia",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the eye, often including the conjunctiva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the eye or the eyeball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmologist",1,1,1 ], "a medical practitioner specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmologist",1,1,1 ], "diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the eye and its diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmol|",1,1,1 ], "ophthalmology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for examining the interior of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ophthalmoscopy",1,1,1 ], "examination of the interior of the eye with an ophthalmoscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiate",1,1,1 ], "any of various narcotic drugs containing opium or an alkaloid of opium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiate",1,1,2 ], "any other narcotic or sedative drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiate",1,1,3 ], "something that soothes, deadens, or induces sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiate",1,2,1 ], "containing or consisting of opium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiate",1,2,2 ], "inducing relaxation; soporific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiate",1,4,1 ], "to treat with an opiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiate",1,4,2 ], "to dull or deaden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opine",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, usually takes a clause as object) to hold or express an opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion poll",1,1,1 ], "another term for a poll ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,1 ], "judgment or belief not founded on certainty or proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,2 ], "the prevailing or popular feeling or view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,3 ], "evaluation, impression, or estimation of the value or worth of a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,3 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,4 ], "an evaluation or judgment given by an expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,5 ], "legal points involved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,5 ], "the advice given by counsel on a case submitted to him for his view on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,6 ], "a matter of opinion| a point open to question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinion",1,1,7 ], "be of the opinion (that)| to believe (that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinionated",1,1,1 ], "holding obstinately and unreasonably to one's own opinions; dogmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinionative",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opinionative",1,1,2 ], "another word for opinionated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opisthobranch",1,1,1 ], "any marine gastropod of the class Opisthobranchia (or Opisthobranchiata), in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opisthobranch",1,1,1 ], "nudibranchs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opisthobranch",1,1,1 ], "which the shell is reduced or absent: includes the pteropods, sea hares, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opisthognathous",1,1,1 ], "(of a person or animal) having receding jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opium den",1,1,1 ], "a place where opium is sold and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opium poppy",1,1,1 ], "a poppy, Papaver somniferum, of SW Asia, with greyish-green leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opium poppy",1,1,1 ], "typically white or reddish flowers: widely cultivated as a source of opium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opium",1,1,1 ], "an addictive narcotic drug extracted from the unripe seed capsules of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opium",1,1,1 ], "as an analgesic and hypnotic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opium",1,1,1 ], "opium poppy and containing alkaloids such as morphine and codeine: used in medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opium",1,1,2 ], "something having a tranquillizing or stupefying effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opiumism",1,1,1 ], "addiction to opium or a condition resulting from prolonged use of opium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opossum shrimp",1,1,1 ], "any of various shrimplike crustaceans of the genera Mysis, Praunus, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opossum shrimp",1,1,1 ], "the order Mysidacea, in which the females carry the eggs and young around in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opossum shrimp",1,1,1 ], "ventral brood pouch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opossum",1,1,1 ], "Didelphidae of S North, Central, and South America, having an elongated snout and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opossum",1,1,1 ], "any thick-furred marsupial, esp| Didelphis marsupialis , of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opossum",1,1,1 ], "hairless prehensile tail| Sometimes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opossum",1,1,2 ], "(informal) shortened to possum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opossum",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar animals, esp| a phalanger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppidan",1,1,1 ], "of a town; urban" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppidan",1,2,1 ], "a person living in a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppilate",1,1,1 ], "to block (the pores, bowels, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opponent",1,1,1 ], "a person who opposes another in a contest, battle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opponent",1,1,2 ], "an opponent muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opponent",1,2,1 ], "opposite, as in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opponent",1,2,2 ], "(of a muscle) bringing two parts into opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opponent",1,2,3 ], "opposing; contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opportune",1,1,1 ], "occurring at a time that is suitable or advantageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opportune",1,1,2 ], "fit or suitable for a particular purpose or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opportunist",1,1,1 ], "a person who adapts his actions, responses, etc|, to take advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opportunist",1,1,1 ], "opportunities, circumstances, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opportunist",1,2,1 ], "taking advantage of opportunities and circumstances in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opportunity cost",1,1,1 ], "cost in terms of the best alternatives foregone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opportunity",1,1,1 ], "a favourable, appropriate, or advantageous combination of circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opportunity",1,1,2 ], "a chance or prospect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposable",1,1,2 ], "able to touch the ends of each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opposable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being moved into a position facing the other digits so as to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposable",1,1,3 ], "capable of being placed opposite something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppose",1,1,1 ], "to fight against, counter, or resist strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppose",1,2,1 ], "to be hostile or antagonistic to; be against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppose",1,3,1 ], "to place or set in opposition; contrast or counterbalance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppose",1,4,1 ], "to place opposite or facing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppose",1,5,1 ], "to be or act in opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite number",1,1,1 ], "a person holding an equivalent and corresponding position on another side or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite number",1,1,1 ], "situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opposite prompt",1,1,1 ], "another name for stage right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite sex",1,1,1 ], "women in relation to men or men in relation to women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,1 ], "situated or being on the other side or at each side of something between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,2 ], "facing or going in contrary directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,3 ], "diametrically different in character, tendency, belief, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,3,1 ], "(of leaves, flowers, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,4 ], "arranged in pairs on either side of the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,4,1 ], "(of two vertices or sides in an even-sided polygon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,4,2 ], "(of parts of a flower) arranged opposite the middle of another part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,5 ], "anticlockwise direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,5 ], "separated by the same number of vertices or sides in both a clockwise and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,1,5,2 ], "(of a side in a triangle) facing a specified angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is opposite; antithesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,2,2 ], "the side facing a specified angle in a right-angled triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,2,3 ], "a rare word for opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,3,1 ], "facing; corresponding to (something on the other side of a division)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,3,2 ], "as a co-star with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposite",1,4,1 ], "on opposite sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,1 ], "the act of opposing or the state of being opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,10 ], "differing in quality, quantity, or both, as with all men are wicked; no men are wicked;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,10 ], "some men are not wicked" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,10 ], "the relation between propositions having the same subject and predicate but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,2 ], "hostility, unfriendliness, or antagonism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,3 ], "a person or group antagonistic or opposite in aims to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,3,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,4 ], "a political party or group opposed to the ruling party or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,4,2 ], "Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,4,3 ], "in opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,5 ], "(of a political party) opposing the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,6 ], "a position facing or opposite another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,7 ], "the act of placing something facing or opposite something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,8 ], "something that acts as an obstacle to some course or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,8,1 ], "earth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,8,1 ], "line with the earth as seen from the sun and is approximately at its nearest to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,8,1 ], "the position of an outer planet or the moon when it is in line or nearly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,8,2 ], "opposite each other on the celestial sphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,8,2 ], "the position of two celestial bodies when they appear to be diametrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,9 ], "an exact aspect of 180 degrees between two planets, etc|, an orb of 8 degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opposition",1,1,9 ], "being allowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oppress",1,1,1 ], "to subjugate by cruelty, force, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppress",1,1,2 ], "to afflict or torment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppress",1,1,3 ], "to lie heavy on (the mind, imagination, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppress",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppressive",1,1,1 ], "cruel, harsh, or tyrannical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppressive",1,1,2 ], "heavy, constricting, or depressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opprobrious",1,1,1 ], "expressing scorn, disgrace, or contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opprobrious",1,1,2 ], "shameful or infamous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opprobrium",1,1,1 ], "the state of being abused or scornfully criticized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opprobrium",1,1,2 ], "reproach or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opprobrium",1,1,3 ], "a cause of disgrace or ignominy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppugn",1,1,1 ], "to call into question dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oppugnant",1,1,1 ], "combative, antagonistic, or contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opp|",1,1,1 ], "opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opp|",1,1,2 ], "opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opra bouffe",1,1,1 ], "a type of light or satirical opera common in France during the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opra comique",1,1,1 ], "any type of opera, current in France during the 19th century and characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opra comique",1,1,1 ], "by spoken dialogue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opsimath",1,1,1 ], "a person who learns late in life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opsonic index",1,1,1 ], "test patient to the number destroyed in the blood of a normal individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opsonic index",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the number of bacteria destroyed by phagocytes in the blood of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opsonin",1,1,1 ], "a constituent of blood serum that renders invading bacteria more susceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opsonin",1,1,1 ], "to ingestion by phagocytes in the serum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opsonize",1,1,1 ], "to subject (bacteria) to the action of opsonins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt out",1,1,1 ], "to choose not to be involved (in) or part (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by for) to show preference (for) or choose (to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt",1,1,1 ], "something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optative",1,1,1 ], "indicating or expressing choice, preference, or wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optative",1,1,2 ], "denoting a mood of verbs in Greek, Sanskrit, etc|, expressing a wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optative",1,2,1,1 ], "the optative mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optative",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic axis",1,1,1 ], "crystal along which a ray of unpolarized light may pass without undergoing double" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optic axis",1,1,1 ], "refraction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "optic axis",1,1,1 ], "the direction in a uniaxial crystal or one of the two directions in a biaxial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic disc",1,1,1 ], "a small oval-shaped area on the retina marking the site of entrance into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic disc",1,1,1 ], "eyeball of the optic nerve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optic nerve",1,1,1 ], "the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optic nerve",1,1,1 ], "the second cranial nerve, which provides a sensory pathway from the retina to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic thalamus",1,1,1 ], "an older term for thalamus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the eye or vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic",1,2,1 ], "an informal word for eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic",1,2,2 ], "a device attached to an inverted bottle for dispensing measured quantities of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optic",1,2,2 ], "liquid, such as whisky, gin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical activity",1,1,1 ], "polarization of a transmitted beam of plane-polarized light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical activity",1,1,1 ], "the ability of substances that are optical isomers to rotate the plane of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical bench",1,1,1 ], "adjustable arrangement of light source, lenses, prisms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical bench",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for experimentation in optics, typically consisting of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical character reader",1,1,1 ], "(for both reader and recognition): OCR" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "optical character reader",1,1,1 ], "a computer peripheral device enabling letters, numbers, or other characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical character reader",1,1,1 ], "magnetic tape| The device uses the process of optical character recognition| Abbrev|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "optical character reader",1,1,1 ], "usually printed on paper to be optically scanned and input to a storage device, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical crown",1,1,1 ], "an optical glass of low dispersion and relatively low refractive index| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical crown",1,1,1 ], "used in the construction of lenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical density",1,1,1 ], "the former name for reflection density or transmission density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical double star",1,1,1 ], "not physically associated and are often separated by a great distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical double star",1,1,1 ], "two stars that appear close together when viewed through a telescope but are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical flint",1,1,1 ], "an optical glass of high dispersion and high refractive index containing lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical flint",1,1,1 ], "oxide| They are used in the manufacture of lenses, artificial gems, and cut glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical glass",1,1,1 ], "any of several types of clear homogeneous glass of known refractive index used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical glass",1,1,1 ], "in the construction of lenses, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical illusion",1,1,1 ], "an object causing a false visual impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical illusion",1,1,2 ], "an instance of deception by such an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical isomerism",1,1,1 ], "isomerism of chemical compounds in which the two isomers differ only in that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical isomerism",1,1,1 ], "their molecules are mirror images of each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical maser",1,1,1 ], "another name for laser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical rotation",1,1,1 ], "the angle through which plane-polarized light is rotated in its passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical rotation",1,1,1 ], "through a substance exhibiting optical activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, producing, or involving light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the eye or to the sense of sight; optic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optical",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of a lens) aiding vision or correcting a visual disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optician",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or sells spectacles or other optical instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optics",1,1,1 ], "propagation, and behaviour of electromagnetic light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with vision and the generation, nature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimal",1,1,1 ], "another word for optimum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimism",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to expect the best and see the best in all things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimism",1,1,2 ], "hopefulness; confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimism",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine of the ultimate triumph of good over evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimism",1,1,4 ], "the philosophical doctrine that this is the best of all possible worlds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimize",1,1,1 ], "to take the full advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimize",1,2,1 ], "to plan or carry out (an economic activity) with maximum efficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimize",1,3,1 ], "to be optimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimize",1,4,1 ], "storage capacity, time, cost, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optimize",1,4,1 ], "to write or modify (a computer program) to achieve maximum efficiency in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimum",1,1,1 ], "a condition, degree, amount or compromise that produces the best possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optimum",1,1,1 ], "result" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optimum",1,2,1 ], "most favourable or advantageous; best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "option",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of choosing or deciding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "option",1,1,2 ], "the power or liberty to choose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "option",1,1,3 ], "commodities, at a specified time in the future at a fixed price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "option",1,1,3 ], "the right, obtained by a fee, to purchase or sell property, esp| shares or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "option",1,1,4 ], "something chosen; choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "option",1,1,5 ], "keep one's options open| not to commit oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "option",1,1,6 ], "soft option| an easy alternative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optional",1,1,1 ], "possible but not compulsory; left to personal choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optometer",1,1,1 ], "any of various instruments for measuring the refractive power of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optometrist",1,1,1 ], "a person, usually without medical qualifications, who tests visual acuity and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "optometrist",1,1,1 ], "prescribes corrective lenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optometry",1,1,1 ], "lenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "optometry",1,1,1 ], "the science or practice of testing visual acuity and prescribing corrective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt|",1,1,1 ], "optative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt|",1,1,2 ], "optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt|",1,1,3 ], "optician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt|",1,1,4 ], "optics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt|",1,1,5 ], "optimum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opt|",1,1,6 ], "optional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opulent",1,1,1 ], "having or indicating wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opulent",1,1,2 ], "abundant or plentiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opuntia",1,1,1 ], "any cactus of the genus Opuntia, esp| prickly pear, having fleshy branched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opuntia",1,1,1 ], "stems and green, red, or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opus",1,1,1 ], "an artistic composition, esp| a musical work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opus",1,1,2 ], "(usually followed by a number) a musical composition by a particular composer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opus",1,1,2 ], "generally catalogued in order of publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "opuscule",1,1,1 ], "a small or insignificant artistic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opuscule",1,2,1 ], "before; when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opuscule",1,3,1 ], "before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "opuscule",1,4,1 ], "of the metal gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op|",1,1,1 ], "opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op|",1,1,2 ], "operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op|",1,1,3 ], "opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op|",1,1,4 ], "opus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op|",1,1,5 ], "operator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "op|",1,1,6 ], "optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ora pro nobis",1,1,1 ], "a Latin invocation meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ora pro nobis",1,1,2 ], "pray for us" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ora",1,1,1 ], "a plural of os'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orache",1,1,1 ], "Atriplex, esp| A| hortensis , which is cultivated as a vegetable| They have typically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orache",1,1,1 ], "any of several herbaceous plants or small shrubs of the chenopodiaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orache",1,1,1 ], "greyish-green lobed leaves and inconspicuous flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,1 ], "a prophecy, often obscure or allegorical, revealed through the medium of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,1 ], "priest or priestess at the shrine of a god" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,2 ], "a shrine at which an oracular god is consulted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,3 ], "an agency through which a prophecy is transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,4 ], "any person or thing believed to indicate future action with infallible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,4 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,5 ], "a statement believed to be infallible and authoritative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,5,1 ], "a message from God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracle",1,1,5,2 ], "the holy of holies in the Israelite temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracles",1,1,1 ], "another term for Scripture ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an oracle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracular",1,1,2 ], "wise and prophetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracular",1,1,3 ], "mysterious or ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oracy",1,1,1 ], "the capacity to express oneself in and understand speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral society",1,1,1 ], "a society that has not developed literacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,1 ], "spoken or verbal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,2 ], "relating to, affecting, or for use in the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,3 ], "mouth is situated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the surface of an animal, such as a jellyfish, on which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,4 ], "denoting a drug to be taken by mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or using spoken words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,6 ], "nasal cavity and allowing air to pass out only through the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,6 ], "pronounced with the soft palate in a raised position completely closing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,6,1 ], "interest is concentrated on the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,6,1 ], "relating to a stage of psychosexual development during which the child's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,6,2 ], "denoting personality traits, such as dependence, selfishness, and aggression," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,1,6,2 ], "resulting from fixation at the oral stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,2,1 ], "an examination in which the questions and answers are spoken rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oral",1,2,1 ], "written" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orang-utan",1,1,1 ], "a large anthropoid ape, Pongo pygmaeus, of the forests of Sumatra and Borneo," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orang-utan",1,1,1 ], "with shaggy reddish-brown hair and strong arms| Sometimes shortened to orang" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orange blossom",1,1,1 ], "the flowers of the orange tree, traditionally worn by brides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange chromide",1,1,1 ], "an Asian cichlid fish, Etropus maculatus, with a brownish-orange spotted body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange flower water",1,1,1 ], "a distilled infusion of orange blossom, used in cakes, confectionery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange pekoe",1,1,1 ], "a superior grade of black tea made from the small leaves at the tips of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange pekoe",1,1,1 ], "plant stems and growing in India and Sri Lanka" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orange stick",1,1,1 ], "a small stick used to clean the fingernails and cuticles, having one pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange stick",1,1,1 ], "and one rounded end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,1 ], "any of several citrus trees, esp| Citrus sinensis and the Seville orange," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,1 ], "cultivated in warm regions for their round edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,1,1 ], "segmented juicy flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any of these trees, having a yellowish-red bitter rind and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,2 ], "the hard wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,3 ], "620-585 nanometres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,3 ], "any of a group of colours, such as that of the skin of an orange, that lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,3 ], "between red and yellow in the visible spectrum in the approximate wavelength range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,4 ], "a dye or pigment producing these colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,5 ], "orange cloth or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,6 ], "any of several trees or herbaceous plants that resemble the orange, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,1,6 ], "mock orange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orange",1,2,1 ], "of the colour orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange-tip",1,1,1 ], "a European butterfly, Anthocharis cardamines, having whitish wings with orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orange-tip",1,1,1 ], "tipped forewings: family Pieridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orangeade",1,1,1 ], "an effervescent orange-flavoured drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orangery",1,1,1 ], "a building, such as a greenhouse, in which orange trees are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orangewood",1,1,1,1 ], "the hard fine-grained yellowish wood of the orange tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orangewood",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orate",1,1,1 ], "to make or give an oration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orate",1,1,2 ], "to speak pompously and lengthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oration",1,1,1 ], "a formal public declaration or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oration",1,1,2 ], "any rhetorical, lengthy, or pompous speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oration",1,1,3 ], "an academic exercise or contest in public speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orator",1,1,1 ], "a public speaker, esp| one versed in rhetoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orator",1,1,2 ], "a person given to lengthy or pompous speeches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orator",1,1,3 ], "the plaintiff in a cause of action in chancery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oratorio",1,1,1 ], "a dramatic but unstaged musical composition for soloists, chorus, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oratorio",1,1,1 ], "orchestra, based on a religious theme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oratory",1,1,1 ], "the art of public speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oratory",1,1,2 ], "rhetorical skill or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oratory",2,1,1 ], "a small room or secluded place, set apart for private prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,1,1 ], "(in royal regalia) an ornamental sphere surmounted by a cross, representing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,1,1 ], "the power of a sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,1,2 ], "a sphere; globe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,1,3 ], "another word for eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,1,3,1 ], "a celestial body, esp| the earth or sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,1,3,2 ], "the orbit of a celestial body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,2,1 ], "to make or become circular or spherical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orb",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for encircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbicular" ,1, 1, 1],"circular or spherical",1). c_DEF([ "orbicular" ,1, 1, 2],"(of a leaf or similar flat part) circular or nearly circular",1). c_DEF([ "orbicular" ,1, 1, 3],"rounded or total",1). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,1,1 ], "etc|, in its motion around another celestial body under the influence of gravitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,1,1 ], "the curved path, usually elliptical, followed by a planet, satellite, comet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,1,2 ], "a range or field of action or influence; sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,1,3 ], "the bony cavity containing the eyeball| Nontechnical name: eye socket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,1,3,1 ], "the skin surrounding the eye of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,1,3,2 ], "the hollow in which lies the eye or eyestalk of an insect or other arthropod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,1,4 ], "the path of an electron in its motion around the nucleus of an atom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,2,1 ], "to move around (a body) in a curved path, usually circular or elliptical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,3,1 ], "to send (a satellite, spacecraft, etc|) into orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbit",1,4,1 ], "to move in or as if in an orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbital velocity",1,1,1 ], "a given orbit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orbital velocity",1,1,1 ], "the velocity required by a spacecraft, satellite, etc|, to enter and maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbital",1,1,1 ], "a region surrounding an atomic nucleus in which the distribution of electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orbital",1,1,1 ], "is given by a wave function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orc",1,1,1 ], "any of various whales, such as the killer and grampus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orc",1,1,2 ], "a mythical monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orcein",1,1,1 ], "C28H24O7N2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "orcein",1,1,1 ], "a brown crystalline material formed by the action of ammonia on orcinol and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orcein",1,1,1 ], "present in orchil: used as a dye, biological stain, and antiseptic| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchard bush",1,1,1 ], "African forest belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchard bush",1,1,1 ], "open savanna country with occasional trees and scrub, as found north of the W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchard",1,1,1 ], "an area of land devoted to the cultivation of fruit trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchard",1,1,2 ], "a collection of fruit trees especially cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchardman",1,1,1 ], "a person who grows and sells orchard fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestra",1,1,1 ], "a large group of musicians, esp| one whose members play a variety of different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestra",1,1,1 ], "instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchestra",1,1,2 ], "a group of musicians, each playing the same type of instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestra",1,1,3 ], "the space reserved for musicians in a theatre, immediately in front of or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestra",1,1,3 ], "under the stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchestra",1,1,4 ], "the stalls in a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestra",1,1,5 ], "(in the ancient Greek theatre) the semicircular space in front of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestrate",1,1,1 ], "to score or arrange a piece of music for orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestrate",1,1,2 ], "to arrange, organize, or build up for special effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchestrina" ,1, 1, 1],"orchestrion n",1). c_DEF([ "orchestrina" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various types of mechanical musical instrument designed to imitate the",1). c_DEF([ "orchestrina" ,1, 1, 2],"sound of an orchestra",2). c_DEF([ "orchid",1,1,1 ], "any terrestrial or epiphytic plant of the family Orchidaceae, having flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchid",1,1,1 ], "insects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "orchid",1,1,1 ], "of unusual shapes and beautiful colours, specialized for pollination by certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchidaceous",1,1,1 ], "including the orchids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchidaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Orchidaceae, a family of flowering plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchil",1,1,1 ], "Lecanora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchil",1,1,1 ], "any of various lichens, esp| any of the genera Roccella, Dendrographa, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchil",1,1,2 ], "a purplish dye obtained by treating these lichens with aqueous ammonia:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchil",1,1,2 ], "contains orcinol, orcein, and litmus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchis",1,1,1 ], "and spikes of typically pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchis",1,1,1 ], "any terrestrial orchid of the N temperate genus Orchis, having fleshy tubers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchis",1,1,2 ], "any of various temperate or tropical orchids of the genus Habenaria, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orchis",1,1,2 ], "the fringed orchis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orchitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of one or both testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orch|",1,1,1 ], "orchestra(l)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orch|",1,1,2 ], "orchestrated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orcinol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline water-soluble solid that occurs in many lichens and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orcinol",1,1,1 ], "from which the dyes found in litmus are derived| Formula: CH3C6H3(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orcinol",1,2,1 ], "a logic circuit having two or more input wires and one output wire that gives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orcinol",1,2,1 ], "an output signal if one or more input signals are at a high voltage: used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orcinol",1,2,1 ], "extensively as a basic circuit in computers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ordain",1,1,1 ], "to consecrate (someone) as a priest; confer holy orders upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordain",1,1,2 ], "to decree, appoint, or predestine irrevocably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordain",1,1,3 ], "to order, establish, or enact with authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordain",1,1,4 ], "to select for an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordeal",1,1,1 ], "a severe or trying experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordeal",1,1,2 ], "a method of trial in which the guilt or innocence of an accused person was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordeal",1,1,2 ], "determined by subjecting him to physical danger, esp| by fire or water| The outcome was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordeal",1,1,2 ], "regarded as an indication of divine judgment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "order about",1,1,1 ], "to bully or domineer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order arms",1,2,1 ], "resting on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order arms",1,2,1 ], "the order in drill to hold the rifle close to the right side with the butt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order in council",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and various other Commonwealth countries) a decree of the Cabinet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order in council",1,1,1 ], "Privy Council" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "order in council",1,1,1 ], "usually made under the authority of a statute: in theory a decree of the sovereign and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order of the day",1,1,1 ], "a commanding officer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order of the day",1,1,1 ], "the general directive of a commander in chief or the specific instructions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order of the day",1,1,2 ], "the prescribed or only thing offered or available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order of the day",1,1,3 ], "(in Parliament and similar legislatures) any item of public business ordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order of the day",1,1,3 ], "to be considered on a specific day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order of the day",1,1,4 ], "an agenda or programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order paper",1,1,1 ], "Parliament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order paper",1,1,1 ], "a list indicating the order in which business is to be conducted, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,1 ], "a state in which all components or elements are arranged logically," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,1 ], "comprehensibly, or naturally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,10 ], "a body of people united in a particular aim or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,11 ], "a group of persons who bind themselves by vows in order to devote themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,11 ], "to the pursuit of religious aims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,12 ], "another name for holy orders, major orders, or minor orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13 ], "Templars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13 ], "a society of knights constituted as a fraternity, such as the Knights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,1 ], "a group of people holding a specific honour for service or merit, conferred on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,1 ], "any of the five major classical styles of architecture classified by the style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,1 ], "of columns and entablatures used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,1 ], "the sacrament by which bishops, priests, etc|, have their offices conferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,1 ], "them by a sovereign or state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,1 ], "upon them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,2 ], "any of the degrees into which the ministry is divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,2 ], "any style of architecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,2 ], "the insignia of such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,13,3 ], "the office of an ordained Christian minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,14 ], "a form of Christian Church service prescribed to be used on specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,14 ], "occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,14,1 ], "derivative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,14,1 ], "the number of times a function must be differentiated to obtain a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,14,2 ], "the order of the highest derivative in a differential equation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,14,3 ], "the number of rows or columns in a determinant or square matrix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,14,4 ], "the number of members of a finite group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,15 ], "(often preceded by the) the dress, equipment, or formation directed for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,15 ], "particular purpose or undertaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,16 ], "a tall order| something difficult, demanding, or exacting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,17 ], "in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,17,1 ], "in sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,17,2 ], "properly arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,17,3 ], "appropriate or fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,18 ], "in order to| so that it is possible to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,19 ], "in order that| with the purpose that; so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,2 ], "an arrangement or disposition of things in succession; sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,20 ], "keep order| to maintain or enforce order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,21 ], "of or in the order of| having an approximately specified size or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,22 ], "on order| having been ordered or commissioned but not having been delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,23 ], "out of order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,23,1 ], "not in sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,23,2 ], "not working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,23,3 ], "not following the rules or customary procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,24 ], "to order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,24,1 ], "according to a buyer's specifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,24,2 ], "on request or demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,3 ], "an established or customary method or state, esp| of society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,4 ], "a peaceful or harmonious condition of society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,5 ], "a class, rank, or hierarchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,6 ], "any of the taxonomic groups into which a class is divided and which contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,6 ], "class Mammalia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,6 ], "one or more families| Carnivora, Primates, and Rodentia are three orders of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,7 ], "an instruction that must be obeyed; command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,8 ], "a decision or direction of a court or judge entered on the court record but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,8 ], "not included in the final judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,8,1 ], "a commission or instruction to produce or supply something in return for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,8,1 ], "payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,8,2 ], "the commodity produced or supplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,8,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,1,9 ], "a procedure followed by an assembly, meeting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,2,1 ], "to give a command to (a person or animal to do or be something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,2,2 ], "to request (something) to be supplied or made, esp| in return for payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,3,1 ], "to instruct or command to move, go, etc| (to a specified place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,4,1 ], "to authorize; prescribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,5,1 ], "to arrange, regulate, or dispose (articles, etc|) in their proper places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,5,2 ], "(of fate or the gods) to will; ordain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,6,1 ], "to ordain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,7,1 ], "an exclamation of protest against an infringement of established procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "order",1,7,2 ], "an exclamation demanding that orderly behaviour be restored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orderly officer",1,1,1 ], "another name for officer of the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orderly room",1,1,1 ], "a room in the barracks of a battalion or company used for general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orderly room",1,1,1 ], "administrative purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 1, 1],"in order, properly arranged, or tidy",1). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 1, 2],"obeying or appreciating method, system, and arrangement",1). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 1, 3],"harmonious or peaceful",1). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 1, 4],"of or relating to orders",1). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 2, 1],"according to custom or rule",1). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 3, 2],"a male hospital attendant",1). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 3, 3],"a junior rank detailed to carry orders for a more senior officer|",1). c_DEF([ "orderly" ,1, 3, 3],"orderliness",2). c_DEF([ "ordinal number",1,1,1 ], "a number denoting order, quality, or degree in a group, such as first, second," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal number",1,1,1 ], "third|Sometimes shortened to ordinal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal number",1,1,2 ], "a symbol denoting the cardinal number of a mathematical set, maintaining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal number",1,1,2 ], "order of the elements in that set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal",1,1,1 ], "denoting a certain position in a sequence of numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of an order in biological classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal",1,2,1 ], "short for ordinal number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal",1,2,2 ], "a book containing the forms of services for the ordination of ministers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinal",1,2,3 ], "a service book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinance",1,1,1 ], "an authoritative regulation, decree, law or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinand",1,1,1 ], "a candidate for ordination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinarily",1,1,1 ], "in ordinary, normal, or usual practice; usually; normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary ray",1,1,1 ], "doubly-refracting crystal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary ray",1,1,1 ], "the plane-polarized ray of light that obeys the laws of refraction in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary seaman",1,1,1 ], "a seaman of the lowest rank, being insufficiently experienced to be an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary seaman",1,1,1 ], "able-bodied seaman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary shares",1,1,1 ], "common stock" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary shares",1,1,1 ], "shares representing part of the capital issued by a company and entitling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary shares",1,1,1 ], "their holders to a share of the profit and to a claim on net assets| U|S| equivalent:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 1, 1],"of common or established type or occurrence",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 1, 2],"familiar, everyday, or unexceptional",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 1, 3],"uninteresting or commonplace",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 1, 4],"having regular or ex officio jurisdiction",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 1, 5],"(of a differential equation) containing two variables only and derivatives of",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 1, 5],"one of the variables with respect to the other",2). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 10],"(used esp| in titles) in regular service or attendance",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 2],"a common or average situation, amount, or degree (esp| in the phrase out of",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 2],"the ordinary)",2). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 3],"a normal or commonplace person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 4],"a judge who exercises jurisdiction in his own right",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 5, 1],"the parts of the Mass that do not vary from day to day",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 5, 2],"a prescribed form of divine service, esp| the Mass",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 5],"(usually cap|) an ecclesiastic, esp| a bishop, holding an office to which",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 5],"certain jurisdictional powers are attached",2). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 6],"the U|S| name for penny-farthing",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 7],"any of several conventional figures, such as the bend, the fesse, and the",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 7],"cross, commonly charged upon shields",2). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 8, 1],"a meal provided regularly at a fixed price",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 8, 2],"the inn, etc|, providing such meals",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 8],"a clergyman who visited condemned prisoners before their death",1). c_DEF([ "ordinary" ,1, 2, 9],"in ordinary| Brit",1). c_DEF([ "ordinate",1,1,1 ], "Cartesian coordinates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordinate",1,1,1 ], "the vertical or y-coordinate of a point in a two-dimensional system of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordinate",1,2,1 ], "regular or ordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordination",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of conferring holy orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordination",1,1,1,2 ], "the reception of holy orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordination",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being ordained or regulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordination",1,1,3 ], "an arrangement or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordnance datum",1,1,1 ], "as the official basis for height calculation on British maps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordnance datum",1,1,1 ], "mean sea level calculated from observation taken at Newlyn, Cornwall, and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordnance",1,1,1 ], "cannon or artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordnance",1,1,2 ], "military supplies; munitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordnance",1,1,3 ], "the| a department of an army or government dealing with military supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordn|",1,1,1 ], "ordnance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordonnance",1,1,1 ], "literary composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ordonnance",1,1,1 ], "the proper disposition of the elements of a building or an artistic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordonnance",1,1,2 ], "an ordinance, law, or decree, esp| in French law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordure",1,1,1 ], "excrement; dung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ordure",1,1,2 ], "something regarded as being morally offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ord|",1,1,1 ], "order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ord|",1,1,2 ], "ordinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ord|",1,1,3 ], "ordinance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ord|",1,1,4 ], "ordnance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ord|",1,1,5 ], "ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ore dressing",1,1,1 ], "gangue as possible is removed and the ore is prepared for smelting, refining, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ore dressing",1,1,1 ], "the first stage in the extraction of a metal from an ore in which as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ore",1,1,1 ], "a Scandinavian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a Swedish krona and one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ore",1,1,1 ], "any naturally occurring mineral or aggregate of minerals from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ore",1,1,1 ], "economically important constituents, esp| metals, can be extracted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ore",1,1,1 ], "hundredth of a Danish and Norwegian krone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oread",1,1,1 ], "a mountain nymph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orectic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oregano",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean variety of wild marjoram (Origanum vulgare), with pungent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oregano",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oregano",1,1,2 ], "the dried powdered leaves of this plant, used to season food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orfe",1,1,1 ], "a small slender European cyprinoid fish, Idus idus, occurring in two colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orfe",1,1,1 ], "varieties, namely the silver orfe and the golden orfe, popular aquarium fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orfray",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of orphrey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ screen",1,1,1 ], "a wooden or stone screen that supports the organ in a cathedral or church and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ screen",1,1,1 ], "divides the choir from the nave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,1,1 ], "pipe organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,2 ], "a large complex musical keyboard instrument in which sound is produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,2 ], "and have the greatest range of any instrument" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,2 ], "bellows| The largest instruments possess three or more manuals and one pedal keyboard" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,2 ], "means of a number of pipes arranged in sets or stops, supplied with air from a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,3 ], "any instrument, such as a harmonium, in which sound is produced in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,4 ], "short for electric organ (sense 1a|), electronic organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,5 ], "a fully differentiated structural and functional unit, such as a kidney or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,5 ], "root, in an animal or plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,6 ], "an agency or medium of communication, esp| a periodical issued by a specialist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,6 ], "group or party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,7 ], "an instrument with which something is done or accomplished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ",1,1,8 ], "a euphemistic word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organ-grinder",1,1,1 ], "a street musician playing a hand organ for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organdie",1,1,1 ], "a fine and slightly stiff cotton fabric used for dresses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organelle",1,1,1 ], "a structural and functional unit, such as a mitochondrion, in a cell or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organelle",1,1,1 ], "unicellular organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organic chemistry",1,1,1 ], "confined to compounds produced by living organisms but now extended to include man-made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organic chemistry",1,1,1 ], "substances based on carbon, such as plastics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "organic chemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the compounds of carbon: originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic disease",1,1,1 ], "any disease in which there is a physical change in the structure of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic disease",1,1,1 ], "or part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, derived from, or characteristic of living plants and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,2 ], "basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to animal or plant constituents or products having a carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to one or more organs of an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,4 ], "formed from carbon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the class of chemical compounds that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,5 ], "constitutional in the structure of something; fundamental; integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,6 ], "of or characterized by the coordination of integral parts; organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,7 ], "of a state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to the essential constitutional laws regulating the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,8 ], "from animal or vegetable matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,1,8 ], "of, relating to, or grown with the use of fertilizers or pesticides deriving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,2,1 ], "any substance, such as a fertilizer or pesticide, that is derived from animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organic",1,2,1 ], "or vegetable matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organicism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the functioning of living organisms is determined by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organicism",1,1,1 ], "working together of all organs as an integrated system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organicism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that all symptoms are caused by organic disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organicism",1,1,3 ], "the theory that each organ of the body has its own peculiar constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organism",1,1,1 ], "any living animal or plant, including any bacterium or virus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organism",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling a living creature in structure, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organization man",1,1,1 ], "a person who specializes in or is good at organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organization man",1,1,2 ], "a person who is overconcerned with organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organization",1,1,1 ], "the act of organizing or the state of being organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organization",1,1,2 ], "an organized structure or whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organization",1,1,3 ], "a business or administrative concern united and constructed for a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organization",1,1,3 ], "end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organization",1,1,4 ], "a body of administrative officials, as of a political party, a government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organization",1,1,4 ], "department, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organization",1,1,5 ], "order, tidiness, or system; method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organize",1,1,1 ], "to form (parts or elements of something) into a structured whole; coordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organize",1,2,1 ], "to arrange methodically or in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organize",1,3,1 ], "to provide with an organic structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organize",1,4,1 ], "to enlist (the workers) of (a factory or concern) in a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organize",1,5,1 ], "to join or form an organization or trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organize",1,6,1 ], "to put (oneself) in an alert and responsible frame of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organizer",1,1,1 ], "a person who organizes or is capable of organizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organizer",1,1,2 ], "any part of an embryo or any substance produced by it that induces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organizer",1,1,2 ], "specialization of undifferentiated cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organo-",1,1,1 ], "(in biology or medicine) indicating an organ or organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organo-",1,1,2 ], "(in chemistry) indicating a compound containing an organic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation and development of organs in an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organogenesis",1,1,2 ], "the study of this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organography",1,1,1 ], "the description of the organs and major structures of animals and plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organoleptic",1,1,1 ], "able to stimulate an organ, esp| a special sense organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organoleptic",1,1,2 ], "able to perceive a sensory stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the structure and function of the organs of animals and plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organometallic",1,1,1 ], "in its molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organometallic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or being an organic compound with one or more metal atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organon" ,1, 1, 1],"an instrument for acquiring knowledge, esp| a system of logical or scientific",1). c_DEF([ "organon" ,1, 1, 1],"rules of investigation",2). c_DEF([ "organon" ,1, 1, 2],"a means of communicating knowledge or thought",1). c_DEF([ "organotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of disease with extracts of animal endocrine glands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organum",1,1,1 ], "a form of polyphonic music originating in the ninth century, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organum",1,1,1 ], "plainsong melody with parts added at the fourth and fifth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "organum",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of organon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organza",1,1,1 ], "a thin stiff fabric of silk, cotton, nylon, rayon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organzine",1,1,1 ], "a strong thread made of twisted strands of raw silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "organzine",1,1,2 ], "fabric made of such threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orgasm",1,1,1 ], "pleasurable sensations and in the male accompanied by ejaculation of semen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orgasm",1,1,1 ], "the most intense point during sexual excitement, characterized by extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orgasm",1,1,2 ], "intense or violent excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orgeat",1,1,1 ], "a drink made from barley or almonds, and orangeflower water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orgulous",1,1,1 ], "proud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orgy",1,1,1 ], "a wild gathering marked by promiscuous sexual activity, excessive drinking," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orgy",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orgy",1,1,2 ], "an act of immoderate or frenzied indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orgy",1,1,3 ], "dancing, and songs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orgy",1,1,3 ], "secret religious rites of Dionysus, Bacchus, etc|, marked by drinking," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "org|",1,1,1 ], "organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "org|",1,1,2 ], "organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "org|",1,1,3 ], "organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oribi",1,1,1 ], "Sahara, with fawn-coloured coat and, in the male, ridged spikelike horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oribi",1,1,1 ], "a small African antelope, Ourebia ourebi, of grasslands and bush south of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oriel",1,1,1 ], "a bay window, esp| one that is supported by one or more brackets or corbels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,1,1 ], "another word for east" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,1,2 ], "the eastern sky or the dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,1,2,1 ], "the iridescent lustre of a pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,1,3 ], "a pearl of high quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,2,1 ], "oriental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,2,2 ], "(of the sun, stars, etc|) rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orient",1,3,1 ], "a variant of orientate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oriental",1,1,1 ], "another word for eastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientate",1,1,1 ], "circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientate",1,1,1 ], "to adjust or align (oneself or something else) according to surroundings or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientate",1,2,1 ], "to position, align, or set (a map, surveying instrument, etc|) with reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientate",1,2,1 ], "to the points of the compass or other specific directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientate",1,3,1 ], "to set or build (a church) in an easterly direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of orientating or the state of being orientated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,2 ], "position or positioning with relation to the points of the compass or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,2 ], "specific directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,3 ], "circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,3 ], "the adjustment or alignment of oneself or one's ideas to surroundings or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,3,1 ], "a course, programme, lecture, etc|, introducing a new situation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,3,1 ], "environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,4 ], "life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,4 ], "the knowledge of one's own temporal, social, and practical circumstances in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,5 ], "stimulus, such as light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,5 ], "the change in position of the whole or part of an organism in response to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,6 ], "the relative dispositions of atoms, ions, or groups in molecules or crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,7 ], "end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orientation",1,1,7 ], "the siting of a church on an east-west axis, usually with the altar at the E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orienteering",1,1,1 ], "a sport in which contestants race on foot over a course consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orienteering",1,1,1 ], "checkpoints found with the aid of a map and a compass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orifice",1,1,1 ], "an opening or mouth into a cavity; vent; aperture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oriflamme",1,1,1 ], "a scarlet flag, originally of the abbey of St| Denis in N France, adopted as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oriflamme",1,1,1 ], "the national banner of France in the Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "origami",1,1,1 ], "the art or process, originally Japanese, of paper folding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origan",1,1,1 ], "another name for marjoram ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,1 ], "a primary source; derivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,2 ], "the beginning of something; first stage or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,3 ], "ancestry or parentage; birth extraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,3,1 ], "the end of a muscle, opposite its point of insertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,3,1 ], "the point of intersection of coordinate axes or planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,3,2 ], "branch out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,3,2 ], "the beginning of a nerve or blood vessel or the site where it first starts to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "origin",1,1,3,2 ], "the point whose coordinates are all zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original sin",1,1,1 ], "a state of sin held to be innate in mankind as the descendants of Adam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an origin or beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,1,2 ], "fresh and unusual; novel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,1,3 ], "able to think of or carry out new ideas or concepts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,1,4 ], "being that from which a copy, translation, etc|, is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,2,1 ], "the first and genuine form of something, from which others are derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,2,2 ], "a person or thing used as a model in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,2,3 ], "a person whose way of thinking is unusual or creative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,2,4 ], "an unconventional or strange person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,2,5 ], "the first form or occurrence of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "original",1,2,6 ], "an archaic word for originator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originality",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originality",1,1,2 ], "the ability to create or innovate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originality",1,1,3 ], "something original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originally",1,1,1 ], "in the first place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originally",1,1,2 ], "in an original way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originally",1,1,3 ], "with reference to the origin or beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originate",1,1,1 ], "to come or bring into being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "originate",1,2,1 ], "(of a bus, train, etc|) to begin its journey at a specified point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orig|",1,1,1 ], "origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orig|",1,1,2 ], "original(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orinasal",1,1,1 ], "pronounced with simultaneous oral and nasal articulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orinasal",1,2,1 ], "an orinasal speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oriole",1,1,1 ], "Oriolus oriolus , having a long pointed bill and a mostly yellow-and-black plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oriole",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the mainly tropical Old World family Oriolidae, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oriole",1,1,2 ], "Icterus, such as the Baltimore oriole, with a typical male plumage of black with either" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oriole",1,1,2 ], "any American songbird of the family Icteridae, esp| those of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oriole",1,1,2 ], "orange or yellow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "orison",1,1,1 ], "another word for prayer ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orle",1,1,1 ], "a border around a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orlop",1,1,1 ], "(in a vessel with four or more decks) the lowest deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ormer",1,1,1 ], "an edible marine gastropod mollusc, Haliotis tuberculata, that has an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ormer",1,1,1 ], "ear-shaped shell perforated with holes and occurs near the Channel Islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ormer",1,1,2 ], "any other abalone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ormolu",1,1,1,1 ], "a gold-coloured alloy of copper, tin, or zinc used to decorate furniture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ormolu",1,1,1,1 ], "mouldings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ormolu",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ormolu",1,1,2 ], "gold prepared to be used for gilding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,1,1 ], "anything that enhances the appearance of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,1,2 ], "decorations collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,1,3 ], "a small decorative object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,1,4 ], "something regarded as a source of pride or beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,1,5 ], "any of several decorations, such as the trill, mordent, etc|, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,1,5 ], "chiefly as improvised embellishments in baroque music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,3,1 ], "to decorate with or as if with ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornament",1,3,2 ], "to serve as an ornament to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornamental",1,1,1 ], "of value as an ornament; decorative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornamental",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant) used to decorate houses, gardens, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornamental",1,2,1 ], "a plant cultivated for show or decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornate",1,1,1 ], "heavily or elaborately decorated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornate",1,1,2 ], "(of style in writing, etc|) over-embellished; flowery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornery",1,1,1 ], "stubborn or vile-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornery",1,1,2 ], "low; treacherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornery",1,1,3 ], "ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornis",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for avifauna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to birds or a bird fauna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithine",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid produced from arginine by hydrolysis: involved in the formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithine",1,1,1 ], "of urea in the liver; diaminopentanoic acid| Formula: NH2(CH\2)3CHNH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ornithischian",1,1,1 ], "included the ornithopods, stegosaurs, ankylosaurs, and triceratops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ornithischian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Ornithischia, an order of dinosaurs that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithischian",1,2,1 ], "any dinosaur of the order Ornithischia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornitho-",1,1,1 ], "bird or birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithology",1,1,1 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ornithology",1,1,1 ], "the study of birds, including their physiology, classification, ecology, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithol|",1,1,1 ], "ornithological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithol|",1,1,2 ], "ornithology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithomancy",1,1,1 ], "divination from the flight and cries of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithopod",1,1,1 ], "Ornithopoda, including the iguanodon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ornithopod",1,1,1 ], "any herbivorous typically bipedal ornithischian dinosaur of the suborder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithopter",1,1,1 ], "a heavier-than-air craft sustained in and propelled through the air by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithopter",1,1,1 ], "flapping wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ornithorhynchus",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for duck-billed platypus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithoscopy",1,1,1 ], "divination from the observation of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ornithosis",1,1,1 ], "a viral disease of birds that is occasionally transmitted to man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oro-",1,1,1 ], "mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oro-",2,1,1 ], "oral; mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orobanchaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Orobanchaceae, a family of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orobanchaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants all of which are root parasites, including broomrape and toothwort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orogeny",1,1,1 ], "earth's crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orogeny",1,1,1 ], "the formation of mountain ranges by intense upward displacement of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orography",1,1,1 ], "the study or mapping of relief, esp| of mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oroide",1,1,1 ], "an alloy containing copper, tin, and other metals, used as imitation gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orometer",1,1,1 ], "an aneroid barometer with an altitude scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orotund",1,1,1 ], "(of the voice) resonant; booming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orotund",1,1,2 ], "(of speech or writing) bombastic; pompous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orphan",1,1,1,1 ], "a child, one or (more commonly) both of whose parents are dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orphan",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orphan",1,2,1 ], "to deprive of one or both parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orphanage",1,1,1 ], "an institution for orphans and abandoned children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orphanage",1,1,2 ], "the state of being an orphan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orpharion",1,1,1 ], "a large lute in use during the 16th and 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orphrey",1,1,1 ], "a richly embroidered band or border, esp| on an ecclesiastical vestment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orpiment",1,1,1 ], "a yellow mineral consisting of arsenic trisulphide in monoclinic crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orpiment",1,1,1 ], "form occurring in association with realgar: is an ore of arsenic| Formula: As2S3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orpine",1,1,1 ], "a succulent perennial N temperate crassulaceous plant, Sedum telephium, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orpine",1,1,1 ], "toothed leaves and heads of small purplish-white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orrery",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical model of the solar system in which the planets can be moved at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orrery",1,1,1 ], "the correct relative velocities around the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orris",1,1,1 ], "any of various irises, esp| Iris florentina, that have fragrant rhizomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orris",1,1,2 ], "the rhizome of such a plant, prepared and used as perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortanique",1,1,1 ], "a hybrid between an orange and a tangerine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthicon",1,1,1 ], "short for image orthicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,1 ], "straight or upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,2 ], "perpendicular or at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,3 ], "correct or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,4 ], "attached to adjacent carbon atoms (the 1,2- positions)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,4 ], "denoting an organic compound containing a benzene ring with substituents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,5 ], "a salt of such an acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,5 ], "denoting an oxyacid regarded as the highest hydrated form of the anhydride or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,6 ], "denoting a diatomic substance in which the spins of the two atoms are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortho-",1,1,6 ], "parallel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthoboric acid",1,1,1 ], "the more formal name for boric acid ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthocentre",1,1,1 ], "the point of intersection of any two altitudes of a triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthocephalic",1,1,1 ], "having a skull whose breadth is between 70 and 75 per cent of its length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthochromatic",1,1,1 ], "of different colours that corresponds approximately to the colour sensitivity of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthochromatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an emulsion giving a rendering of relative light intensities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthochromatic",1,1,1 ], "the eye, esp| one that is insensitive to red light| Sometimes shortened to ortho" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "orthoclase",1,1,1 ], "a white or coloured feldspar mineral consisting of an aluminium silicate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthoclase",1,1,1 ], "and as a gemstone| Formula: KAlSi3O8| " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "orthoclase",1,1,1 ], "potassium in monoclinic crystalline form used in the manufacture of glass and ceramics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthodontics" ,1, 1, 1],"of the teeth",2). c_DEF([ "orthodontics" ,1, 1, 1],"the branch of dentistry concerned with preventing or correcting irregularities",1). c_DEF([ "orthodontics" ,1, 2, 1],"orthodontist",1). c_DEF([ "orthodox" ,1, 1, 1],"conforming with established or accepted standards, as in religion, behaviour,",1). c_DEF([ "orthodox" ,1, 1, 1],"or attitudes",2). c_DEF([ "orthodox" ,1, 1, 2],"conforming to the Christian faith as established by the early Church",1). c_DEF([ "orthodoxy",1,1,1 ], "orthodox belief or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthodoxy",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being orthodox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthoepy",1,1,1 ], "the study of correct or standard pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogenesis",1,1,1,1 ], "evolution of a group of organisms in a particular direction, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogenesis",1,1,1,1 ], "generally predetermined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthogenesis",1,1,1,2 ], "the theory that proposes such a development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogenesis",1,1,2 ], "the same order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthogenesis",1,1,2 ], "the theory that there is a series of stages through which all cultures pass in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogenic",1,1,1 ], "relating to corrective procedures designed to promote healthy development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogenic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to orthogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthognathous",1,1,1 ], "having normally aligned jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogonal matrix",1,1,1 ], "a matrix that is the inverse of its transpose so that any two rows or any two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogonal matrix",1,1,1 ], "columns are orthogonal vectors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthogonal",1,1,1 ], "relating to, consisting of, or involving right angles; perpendicular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogonal",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a pair of vectors)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogonal",1,1,2 ], "having a defined scalar product equal to zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthogonal",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a pair of functions, etc|) having a defined product equal to zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthographic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthographic",1,1,2 ], "another word for orthogonal ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthography",1,1,1 ], "a writing system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthography",1,1,1,1 ], "spelling considered to be correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthography",1,1,1,2 ], "the principles underlying spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthography",1,1,2 ], "the study of spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthohydrogen",1,1,1 ], "normal temperatures, in which the nuclei of the atoms spin in the same direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthohydrogen",1,1,1 ], "the form of molecular hydrogen, constituting about 75 per cent of the total at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthomorphic",1,1,1 ], "another word for conformal ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthopaedics",1,1,1 ], "repair of deformities of these parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthopaedics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of surgery concerned with disorders of the spine and joints and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthopaedics",1,1,2 ], "dental orthopaedics| another name for orthodontics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthophosphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of orthophosphoric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthophosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble solid tribasic acid used in the manufacture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthophosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "fertilizers and soaps| Formula: H3PO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthophosphorous acid",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellowish hygroscopic crystalline dibasic acid| Formula: H3PO3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthopsychiatry",1,1,1 ], "childhood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthopsychiatry",1,1,1 ], "the study and treatment of mental disorders with emphasis on prevention during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthopter",1,1,1 ], "another name for ornithopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthopteran",1,1,1 ], "any orthopterous insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthopterous",1,1,1 ], "hind wings, hind legs adapted for leaping, and organs of stridulation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "orthopterous",1,1,1 ], "including crickets, locusts, and grasshoppers, having leathery forewings and membranous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthopterous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Orthoptera, a large order of insects," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthoptic",1,1,1 ], "relating to normal binocular vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthoptics",1,1,1 ], "strengthen weak eye muscles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthoptics",1,1,1 ], "the science or practice of correcting defective vision, as by exercises to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthorhombic",1,1,1 ], "relating to the crystal system characterized by three mutually perpendicular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthorhombic",1,1,1 ], "unequal axes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthoscope",1,1,1 ], "a 19th-century instrument for viewing the fundus of the eye through a layer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthoscope",1,1,1 ], "water, which eliminates distortion caused by the cornea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "orthoscopic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or produced by normal vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthoscopic",1,1,2 ], "yielding an undistorted image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthostichy",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary vertical line that connects a row of leaves on a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthostichy",1,1,2 ], "an arrangement of leaves so connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthotone",1,1,1 ], "(of a word) having an independent accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthotone",1,2,1 ], "an independently accented word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthotropic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or showing growth that is in direct line with the stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthotropic",1,1,2 ], "(of a material) having different elastic properties in different planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthotropous",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant ovule) growing straight during development so that the micropyle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orthotropous",1,1,1 ], "is at the apex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ortolan",1,1,1 ], "a brownish Old World bunting, Emberiza hortulana, regarded as a delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ortolan",1,1,2 ], "any of various other small birds eaten as delicacies, esp| the bobolink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "orts",1,1,1 ], "scraps or leavings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oryx",1,1,1 ], "any large African antelope of the genus Oryx, typically having long straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oryx",1,1,1 ], "nearly upright horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "os",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "os",2,1,1 ], "a mouth or mouthlike part or opening|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "os",3,1,1 ], "another name for esker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscar",1,1,1 ], "cash; money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillate",1,1,1 ], "to move or swing from side to side regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillate",1,2,1 ], "to waver between opinions, courses of action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillate",1,2,2 ], "to undergo or produce or cause to undergo or produce oscillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillating universe theory",1,1,1 ], "contraction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oscillating universe theory",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the universe is oscillating between periods of expansion and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillation",1,1,1,1 ], "regular fluctuation in value, position, or state about a mean value, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillation",1,1,1,1 ], "the variation in an alternating current or the regular swinging of a pendulum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oscillation",1,1,1,2 ], "a single cycle of such a fluctuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of oscillating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillator",1,1,1 ], "a circuit or instrument for producing an alternating current or voltage of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillator",1,1,1 ], "required frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oscillator",1,1,2 ], "any instrument for producing oscillations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillator",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that oscillates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillogram",1,1,1 ], "screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oscillogram",1,1,1 ], "the recording obtained from an oscillograph or the trace on an oscilloscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillograph",1,1,1 ], "a device for producing a graphical record of the variation of an oscillating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscillograph",1,1,1 ], "quantity, such as an electric current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oscilloscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for producing a representation of a rapidly changing quantity on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscilloscope",1,1,1 ], "of the potential across the plates deflect the electron beam and thus produce a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "oscilloscope",1,1,1 ], "signals, which are applied to plates in the cathode-ray tube| Changes in the magnitude" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oscilloscope",1,1,1 ], "the screen of a cathode-ray tube| The rapid changes are converted into electric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oscilloscope",1,1,1 ], "trace on the screen" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "oscine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Oscines, a suborder of passerine birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscine",1,1,1 ], "that includes most of the songbirds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oscitancy",1,1,1 ], "the state of being drowsy, lazy, or inattentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscitancy",1,1,2 ], "the act of yawning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculant",1,1,1 ], "(of an organism or group of organisms) possessing some of the characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculant",1,1,1 ], "of two different taxonomic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osculant",1,1,2 ], "closely joined or adhering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an osculum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oscular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the mouth or to kissing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculate",1,1,1 ], "to kiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculate",1,2,1 ], "(of an organism or group of organisms) to be intermediate between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculate",1,2,1 ], "taxonomic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osculate",1,2,2 ], "to touch in osculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculation",1,1,1 ], "a point at which two branches of a curve have a common tangent, each branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculation",1,1,1 ], "extending in both directions of the tangent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osculation",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of kissing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osculum",1,1,1 ], "a mouthlike aperture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osier",1,1,1 ], "any of various willow trees, esp| Salix viminalis, whose flexible branches or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osier",1,1,1 ], "twigs are used for making baskets, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osier",1,1,2 ], "a twig or branch from such a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osier",1,1,3 ], "any of several North American dogwoods, esp| the red osier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing osmium in a high valence state, esp| the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmious",1,1,1 ], "another word for osmous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmiridium",1,1,1 ], "a very hard corrosion-resistant white or grey natural alloy of osmium and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmiridium",1,1,1 ], "iridium in variable proportions, often containing smaller amounts of platinum," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osmiridium",1,1,1 ], "ruthenium, and rhodium: used in pen nibs, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "osmium tetroxide",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish poisonous water-soluble crystalline substance with a penetrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmium tetroxide",1,1,1 ], "odour, used as a reagent and catalyst in organic synthesis| Formula: OsO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osmium",1,1,1 ], "(approx|)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "osmium",1,1,1 ], "a very hard brittle bluish-white metal, the heaviest known element, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmium",1,1,1 ], "alloys, mainly for pen tips and instrument pivots, as a catalyst, and in electric-light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "osmium",1,1,1 ], "density: 22|57; melting pt|: 3045 degrees C (approx|); boiling pt|: 5027 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "osmium",1,1,1 ], "filaments| Symbol: Os; atomic no|: 76; atomic wt|: 190|2; valency: 1 to 8; relative" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "osmium",1,1,1 ], "with platinum and alloyed with iridium in osmiridium: used to produce platinum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osmometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring osmotic pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmose",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo osmosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmose",1,2,1 ], "a former name for osmosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmosis",1,1,1 ], "concentrated solution through a semipermeable membrane until both solutions are of the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osmosis",1,1,1 ], "concentration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "osmosis",1,1,1 ], "the passage of solvent molecules from a less concentrated to a more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmosis",1,1,2 ], "diffusion through any membrane or porous barrier, as in dialysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmosis",1,1,3 ], "gradual or unconscious assimilation or adoption, as of ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmotic pressure",1,1,1 ], "solution is separated from the pure solvent by a semipermeable membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osmotic pressure",1,1,1 ], "the pressure necessary to prevent osmosis into a given solution when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing osmium in a low valence state, esp| the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmunda",1,1,1 ], "any fern of the genus Osmunda, such as the royal fern, having large spreading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osmunda",1,1,1 ], "fronds: family Osmundaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osnaburg",1,1,1 ], "a coarse plain-woven cotton used for sacks, furnishings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osprey",1,1,1 ], "U|S|: fish hawk" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "osprey",1,1,1 ], "a dark back and whitish head and underparts: family Pandioridae| Often called in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osprey",1,1,1 ], "a large broad-winged fish-eating diurnal bird of prey, Pandion haliaetus, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osprey",1,1,2 ], "any of the feathers of various other birds, used esp| as trimming for hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossein",1,1,1 ], "a protein that forms the organic matrix of bone, constituting about 40 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossein",1,1,1 ], "cent of its matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osseous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or containing bone, bony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossicle",1,1,1 ], "a small bone, esp| one of those in the middle ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossiferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or yielding bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossification",1,1,1 ], "the formation of or conversion into bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossification",1,1,2 ], "the process of ossifying or the state of being ossified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossifrage",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for the lammergeier and osprey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossify",1,1,1 ], "to convert or be converted into bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ossify",1,2,1 ], "(of habits, attitudes, etc|) to become inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osso bucco",1,1,1 ], "a stew, originally from Italy, made with knuckle of veal, cooked in tomato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osso bucco",1,1,1 ], "sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ossuary",1,1,1 ], "any container for the burial of human bones, such as an urn or vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to bone or to the skeleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteal",1,1,2 ], "composed of bone; osseous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteitis deformans",1,1,1 ], "another name for Paget's disease ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostensible",1,1,1 ], "apparent; seeming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostensible",1,1,2 ], "pretended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostensive",1,1,1 ], "obviously or manifestly demonstrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostensive",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for ostensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostensory",1,1,1 ], "another word for monstrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostentation",1,1,1 ], "pretentious, showy, or vulgar display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostentation",1,1,2 ], "false appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating bone or bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoarthritis",1,1,1 ], "chronic inflammation of the joints, esp| those that bear weight, with pain and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoarthritis",1,1,1 ], "stiffness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osteoblast",1,1,1 ], "a bone-forming cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoclasis",1,1,1 ], "surgical fracture of a bone to correct deformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoclasis",1,1,2 ], "absorption of bone tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoclast",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for fracturing bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoclast",1,1,2 ], "a large multinuclear cell formed in bone marrow that is associated with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoclast",1,1,2 ], "normal absorption of bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osteogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoid",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling bone; bony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the structure and function of bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoma",1,1,1 ], "a benign tumour composed of bone or bonelike tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteomalacia",1,1,1 ], "a disease in adults characterized by softening of the bones, resulting from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteomalacia",1,1,1 ], "deficiency of vitamin D and of calcium and phosphorus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osteomyelitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of bone marrow, caused by infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteopath",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises osteopathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteopathy",1,1,1 ], "a system of healing based on the manipulation of bones or other parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteopathy",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osteophyte",1,1,1 ], "a small abnormal bony outgrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoplastic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to osteoplasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoplastic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the formation of bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoplasty",1,1,1 ], "the branch of surgery concerned with bone repair or bone grafting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteoporosis",1,1,1 ], "matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "osteoporosis",1,1,1 ], "porosity and brittleness of the bones due to loss of protein from the bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteotome",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for cutting bone, usually a special chisel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "osteotomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical cutting or dividing of bone, usually to correct a deformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostiary",1,1,1 ], "another word for porter'2 ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostinato",1,1,1,1 ], "a continuously reiterated musical phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostinato",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostiole",1,1,1 ], "spores pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ostiole",1,1,1 ], "the pore in the reproductive bodies of certain algae and fungi through which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostiole",1,1,2 ], "any small pore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostium",1,1,1 ], "any of the pores in sponges through which water enters the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostium",1,1,2 ], "any of the openings in the heart of an arthropod through which blood enters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostium",1,1,3 ], "any similar opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostler",1,1,1 ], "a stableman, esp| one at an inn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostmark",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of East Germany, divided into 100 pfennigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostosis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of bone; ossification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostracize",1,1,1 ], "to exclude or banish (a person) from a particular group, society, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostracize",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) to punish by temporary exile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostracod",1,1,1 ], "any minute crustacean of the mainly freshwater subclass Ostracoda, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostracod",1,1,1 ], "the body is enclosed in a transparent two-valved carapace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ostracoderm",1,1,1 ], "any extinct Palaeozoic fishlike jawless vertebrate of the group Ostracodermi," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostracoderm",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a heavily armoured body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ostracon",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a potsherd used for ostracizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostrich",1,1,1 ], "a fast-running flightless African bird, Struthio camelus, that is the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostrich",1,1,1 ], "living bird, with stout two-toed feet and dark feathers, except on the naked head," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ostrich",1,1,1 ], "neck, and legs: order Struthioniformes (see ratite)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ostrich",1,1,2 ], "American ostrich| another name for rhea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostrich",1,1,3 ], "a person who refuses to recognize the truth, reality, etc|: a reference to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ostrich",1,1,3 ], "ostrich's supposed habit of burying its head in the sand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ot-",1,1,1 ], "variant of oto- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otalgia",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for earache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other world",1,1,1 ], "the spirit world or afterlife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,1,1 ], "(when used before a singular noun, usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,10 ], "other things being equal| conditions being the same or unchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,11 ], "the other day, night, etc| a few days, nights, etc|, ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,12 ], "the other thing| an unexpressed alternative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,2 ], "specified)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,2 ], "the remaining (one or ones in a group of which one or some have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,2,2 ], "the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,3 ], "(a) different (one or ones from that or those already specified or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,3 ], "understood)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,4 ], "additional; further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,5 ], "(preceded by every) alternate; two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,6 ], "other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,6,1 ], "apart from; besides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,6,2 ], "different from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,7 ], "no other| Archaic| nothing else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,8 ], "or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,9 ], "(preceded by a phrase or word with some) used add vagueness to the preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,1,9 ], "pronoun, noun, or noun phrase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,2,1 ], "another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,2,2 ], "additional or further ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,2,3 ], "other people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,2,4 ], "the others| the remaining ones (of a group)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,2,5 ], "different ones (from those specified or understood)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other",1,3,1 ], "(usually used with a negative and foll| by than) otherwise; differently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "other-directed",1,1,1 ], "guided by values derived from external influences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "othergates",1,1,1 ], "differently; otherwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "othergates",1,2,1 ], "different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherguess",1,1,1 ], "another word for othergates ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherness",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being different or distinct in appearance, character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherwhere",1,1,1 ], "elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherwise",1,1,1 ], "or else; if not, then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherwise",1,2,1 ], "differently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherwise",1,2,2 ], "in other respects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherwise",1,3,1 ], "of an unexpected nature; different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherwise",1,4,1 ], "something different in outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherworldly",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the spiritual or imaginative world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otherworldly",1,1,2 ], "impractical or unworldly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otiose",1,1,1 ], "serving no useful purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otiose",1,1,2 ], "indolent; lazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otitis",1,1,1 ], "impaired hearing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "otitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the ear, esp| the middle ear (otitis media), with pain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otocyst",1,1,1 ], "another name for statocyst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otocyst",1,1,2 ], "adult" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "otocyst",1,1,2 ], "the embryonic structure in vertebrates that develops into the inner ear in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otolaryngology",1,1,1 ], "diseases| Sometimes called: otorhinolaryngology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "otolaryngology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the ear, nose, and throat and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otolith",1,1,1 ], "Movement of otoliths, caused by a change in position of the animal, stimulates sensory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "otolith",1,1,1 ], "any of the granules of calcium carbonate in the inner ear of vertebrates|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otolith",1,1,1 ], "hair cells, which convey the information to the brain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "otolith",1,1,2 ], "another name for statolith ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otoscope",1,1,1 ], "a medical instrument for examining the external ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ottar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of attar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ottava rima",1,1,1 ], "a stanza form consisting of eight iambic pentameter lines, rhyming a b a b a b" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ottava rima",1,1,1 ], "c c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ottava",1,1,1 ], "an interval of an octave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otter hound",1,1,1 ], "a dog of a breed used for otter hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otter shrew",1,1,1 ], "Potamogalidae of W and central Africa: order Insectivora (insectivores)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "otter shrew",1,1,1 ], "any small otter-like amphibious mammal, esp| Potamogale velox, of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otter",1,1,1 ], "Lutra lutra , typically having smooth fur, a streamlined body, and webbed feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "otter",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater carnivorous musteline mammal of the subfamily Lutrinae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otter",1,1,2 ], "the fur of any of these animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otter",1,1,3 ], "a type of fishing tackle consisting of a weighted board to which hooked and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "otter",1,1,3 ], "baited lines are attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "otto",1,1,1 ], "another name for attar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ottoman",1,1,1,1 ], "a low padded seat, usually armless, sometimes in the form of a chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ottoman",1,1,1,2 ], "a cushioned footstool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ottoman",1,1,2 ], "a corded fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouabain",1,1,1 ], "C29H44O12|8H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ouabain",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous white crystalline glucoside extracted from certain trees and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouabain",1,1,1 ], "as a heart stimulant and, by some African tribes, on poison darts| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ouananiche",1,1,1 ], "a landlocked variety of the Atlantic salmon, Salmo salar ouananiche, found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouananiche",1,1,1 ], "lakes in SE Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oubliette",1,1,1 ], "dungeon the only entrance to which is through the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouch",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of sharp sudden pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouch",2,1,1 ], "a brooch or clasp set with gems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouch",2,1,2 ], "the setting of a gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ought",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by to; takes an infinitive or implied infinitive) used as an auxiliary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ought",1,1,2 ], "to indicate duty or obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ought",1,1,3 ], "to express prudent expediency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ought",1,1,4 ], "(usually with reference to future time) to express probability or expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ought",1,1,5 ], "to express a desire or wish on the part of the speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ought",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of aught'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ought",3,1,1 ], "a less common word for nought (zero)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ounce",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equal to one sixteenth of a pound (avoirdupois); 1 ounce is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ounce",1,1,1 ], "equal to 437|5 grains or 28|349 grams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ounce",1,1,2 ], "a unit of weight equal to one twelfth of a Troy or Apothecaries' pound; 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ounce",1,1,2 ], "ounce is equal to 480 grains or 31|103 grams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ounce",1,1,3 ], "short for fluid ounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ounce",1,1,4 ], "a small portion or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ounce",2,1,1 ], "another name for snow leopard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "our",1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated in some way with us" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "our",1,1,2 ], "belonging to or associated with all people or people in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "our",1,1,3 ], "a formal word for my used by editors or other writers, and monarchs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "our",1,1,4 ], "(often sarcastic) used instead of your" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "our",1,1,5 ], "belonging to the family of the speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ours",1,1,1 ], "something or someone belonging to or associated with us" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ours",1,1,2 ], "of ours| belonging to or associated with us" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ourself",1,1,1 ], "a variant of myself, formerly used by monarchs or editors in formal contexts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ourselves",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of we or us" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ourselves",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ourselves",1,1,2 ], "our usual selves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ourselves",1,1,3 ], "used instead of we or us in compound noun phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ousel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ouzel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oust",1,1,1 ], "to eject; expel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oust",1,1,2 ], "to deprive (a person) of the possession of land, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouster",1,1,1 ], "the act of dispossessing of freehold property; eviction; ejection| &570" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out and away",1,1,1 ], "by far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out of bounds",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by to) not to be entered (by); barred (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out of bounds",1,2,2 ], "outside specified or prescribed limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out of date",1,2,1 ], "no longer valid, current, or fashionable; outmoded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out of pocket",1,1,1 ], "having lost money, as in a commercial enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out of pocket",1,1,2 ], "without money to spend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out of pocket",1,1,3 ], "(of expenses) unbudgeted and paid for in cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out sister",1,1,1 ], "a member of a community of nuns who performs tasks in the outside world on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out sister",1,1,1 ], "behalf of the community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "out tray",1,1,1 ], "(in an office, etc|) a tray for outgoing correspondence, documents, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,1 ], "at or to a point beyond the limits of some location; outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,10 ], "used to indicate exhaustion or extinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,11 ], "by the verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,11 ], "used to indicate a goal or object achieved at the end of the action specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,12 ], "existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,13 ], "an expression in signalling, radio, etc|, to indicate the end of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,13 ], "transmission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,14 ], "out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,14,1 ], "at or to a point outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,14,2 ], "away from; not in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,14,3 ], "because of, motivated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,14,4 ], "from (a material or source)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,14,5 ], "not or no longer having any of (a substance, material, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,15 ], "out to it| Austral| informal| asleep or unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,2 ], "out of consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,3 ], "used to indicate a burst of activity as indicated by the verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,4 ], "used to indicate obliteration of an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,5 ], "used to indicate an approximate drawing or description" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,6 ], "away from one's custody or ownership, esp| on hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,7 ], "on sale or on view to the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,8 ], "(of a young woman) in or into polite society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,1,9 ], "(of a jury) withdrawn to consider a verdict in private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,1 ], "not or not any longer worth considering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,10 ], "(in several games and sports) denoting the state in which a player is caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,10 ], "to discontinue active participation, esp| in some specified role" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,11 ], "used up; exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,12 ], "worn into holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,13 ], "inaccurate, deficient, or discrepant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,14 ], "not in office or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,15 ], "completed or concluded, as of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,16 ], "being out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,2 ], "not allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,3 ], "not in vogue; unfashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,4 ], "(of a fire or light) no longer burning or providing illumination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,5 ], "not working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,6 ], "unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,7 ], "not in; not at home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,8 ], "desirous of or intent on (something or doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,2,9 ], "on strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,3,1 ], "out of; out through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,3,2 ], "outside; beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,4,1,1 ], "an exclamation, usually peremptory, of dismissal, reproach, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,4,1,2 ], "(in wireless telegraphy) an expression used to signal that the speaker is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,4,1,2 ], "signing off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,4,2 ], "any details" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,4,2 ], "out with it| a command to make something known immediately, without missing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,5,1 ], "a method of escape from a place, difficult situation, punishment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,5,2 ], "an instance of the putting out of a batter; put-out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,5,2,1 ], "the omission of words, etc|, from a printed text; lacuna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,5,2,2 ], "the words, etc|, so omitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,5,3 ], "ins and outs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,6,1 ], "to put or throw out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,7,1 ], "phrase will out)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "out",1,7,1 ], "to be made known or effective despite efforts to the contrary (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-",1,1,1 ], "excelling or surpassing in a particular action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-",1,1,2 ], "indicating an external location or situation away from the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-",1,1,3 ], "indicating emergence, an issuing forth, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-",1,1,4 ], "indicating the result of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-Herod",1,1,1 ], "to surpass in evil, excesses, or cruelty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-and-out",1,1,1 ], "thoroughgoing or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-and-outer" ,1, 1, 1],"a thorough or thoroughgoing person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "out-and-outer" ,1, 1, 2],"a person or thing that is excellent of its kind",1). c_DEF([ "out-group",1,1,1 ], "persons excluded from an in-group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-of-door",1,1,1 ], "another word for outdoor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-of-doors",1,2,1 ], "in the open air outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-of-the-way",1,1,1 ], "distant from more populous areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-of-the-way",1,1,2 ], "uncommon or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "out-relief",1,1,1 ], "(formerly)money given to poor people not living in a workhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outage",1,1,1 ], "a quantity of goods missing or lost after storage or shipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outage",1,1,2 ], "a period of power failure, machine stoppage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outasight" ,1, 2, 2],"another term for far-out",1). c_DEF([ "outbalance",1,1,1 ], "another word for outweigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbid",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bid higher than; outdo in bidding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,1,1 ], "(of a boat''s engine) portable, with its own propeller, and designed to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,1,1 ], "attached externally to the stern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,1,2 ], "aircraft, esp| outside the hull or fuselage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,1,2 ], "in a position away from, or further away from, the centre line of a vessel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,2,1 ], "away from the centre line of a vessel or aircraft, esp| outside the hull or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,2,1 ], "fuselage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,3,1 ], "an outboard motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outboard",1,3,2 ], "a boat fitted with an outboard motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbound",1,1,1 ], "going out; outward bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbrave",1,1,1 ], "to surpass in bravery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbrave",1,1,2 ], "to confront defiantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbreak",1,1,1 ], "a sudden, violent, or spontaneous occurrence, esp| of disease or strife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbreed",1,1,1 ], "to produce offspring through sexual relations outside a particular family or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbreed",1,1,1 ], "tribe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outbreed",1,1,2 ], "bred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outbreed",1,1,2 ], "to breed (animals that are not closely related) or (of such animals) to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outbuilding",1,1,1 ], "a building subordinate to but separate from a main building; outhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outburst",1,1,1 ], "a sudden and violent expression or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outburst",1,1,2 ], "an explosion or eruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcast",1,1,1 ], "a person who is rejected or excluded from a social group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcast",1,1,2 ], "a vagabond or wanderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcast",1,1,3 ], "anything thrown out or rejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcast",1,2,1 ], "rejected, abandoned, or discarded; cast out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcaste",1,1,1 ], "a person who has been expelled from a caste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcaste",1,1,2 ], "a person having no caste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcaste",1,2,1 ], "to cause (someone) to lose his caste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outclass",1,1,1 ], "to surpass in class, quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outclass",1,1,2 ], "to defeat easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcome",1,1,1 ], "consequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outcome",1,1,1 ], "something that follows from an action, dispute, situation, etc|; result;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcrop",1,1,1 ], "earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outcrop",1,1,1 ], "part of a rock formation or mineral vein that appears at the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcrop",1,1,2 ], "an emergence; appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcrop",1,2,1 ], "(of rock strata, mineral veins, etc|) to protrude through the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcrop",1,2,1 ], "earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outcrop",1,2,2 ], "another word for crop out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcross",1,1,1 ], "to breed (animals or plants of the same breed but different strains)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcross",1,2,1 ], "an animal or plant produced as a result of outcrossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcross",1,2,2 ], "an act of outcrossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcry",1,1,1 ], "a widespread or vehement protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcry",1,1,2 ], "clamour; uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outcry",1,2,1 ], "to cry louder or make more noise than (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outdate",1,1,1 ], "(of something new) to cause (something else) to become old-fashioned or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outdate",1,1,1 ], "obsolete" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outdated",1,1,1 ], "old-fashioned or obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outdistance",1,1,1 ], "to leave far behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outdo",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to surpass or exceed in performance or execution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outdoor",1,1,1 ], "Also: out-of-door| taking place, existing, or intended for use in the open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outdoor",1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outdoors",1,1,1 ], "in the open air; outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outdoors",1,2,1 ], "the world outside habitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer bar",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a collective name for junior barristers who plead from outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer bar",1,1,1 ], "the bar of the court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outer garments",1,1,1 ], "the garments that are worn over a person's other clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer planet",1,1,1 ], "any of the planets Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, whose orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer planet",1,1,1 ], "lies outside the asteroid belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outer space",1,1,1 ], "any region of space beyond the atmosphere of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer",1,1,1 ], "being or located on the outside; external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer",1,1,2 ], "further from the middle or central part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer",1,2,1,1 ], "the white outermost ring on a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer",1,2,1,2 ], "a shot that hits this ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer",1,2,2 ], "the unsheltered part of the spectator area at a sports ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outer",1,2,3 ], "on the outer| Austral| excluded or neglected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outermost",1,1,1 ], "furthest from the centre or middle; outmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outface",1,1,1 ], "to face or stare down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outface",1,1,2 ], "to confront boldly or defiantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfall",1,1,1 ], "the end of a river, sewer, drain, etc|, from which it discharges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfield",1,1,1 ], "the area of the field relatively far from the pitch; the deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfield",1,1,1,1 ], "the area of the playing field beyond the lines connecting first, second, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfield",1,1,1,1 ], "third bases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outfield",1,1,1,2 ], "collectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outfield",1,1,1,2 ], "the positions of the left fielder, centre fielder, and right fielder taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfield",1,1,2 ], "farm land most distant from the farmstead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfighting",1,1,1 ], "fighting at a distance and not at close range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfit" ,1, 1, 1],"a set of articles or equipment for a particular task, occupation, etc",1). c_DEF([ "outfit" ,1, 1, 2],"a set of clothes, esp| a carefully selected one",1). c_DEF([ "outfit" ,1, 1, 3],"any group or association regarded as a cohesive unit, such as a military",1). c_DEF([ "outfit" ,1, 1, 3],"company, business house, etc",2). c_DEF([ "outfit" ,1, 1, 4],"the act of fitting out",1). c_DEF([ "outfit" ,1, 2, 1],"to furnish or be furnished with an outfit, equipment, etc",1). c_DEF([ "outfitter",1,1,1 ], "a shop that sells men's clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfitter",1,1,2 ], "a person who provides outfits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outflank",1,1,1 ], "to go around the flank of (an opposing army, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outflank",1,1,2 ], "to get the better of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outflow",1,1,1 ], "anything that flows out, such as liquid, money, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outflow",1,1,2 ], "the amount that flows out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outflow",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of flowing out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfoot",1,1,1 ], "(of a boat) to go faster than (another boat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfoot",1,1,2 ], "to surpass in running, dancing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outfox",1,1,1 ], "to surpass in guile or cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgas",1,1,1 ], "solids, often by heating in a vacuum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outgas",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo the removal of adsorbed or absorbed gas from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgeneral",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to surpass in generalship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgo",1,1,1 ], "to exceed or outstrip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgo",1,2,1 ], "cost; outgoings; outlay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgo",1,2,2 ], "something that goes out; outflow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgoing",1,1,1 ], "departing; leaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgoing",1,1,2 ], "leaving or retiring from office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgoing",1,1,3 ], "friendly and sociable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgoing",1,2,1 ], "the act of going out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgoings",1,1,1 ], "necessary expenditure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgrow",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to grow too large for (clothes, shoes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgrow",1,1,2 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outgrow",1,1,2 ], "to lose (a habit, idea, reputation, etc|) in the course of development or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgrow",1,1,3 ], "to grow larger or faster than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgrowth",1,1,1 ], "a thing growing out of a main body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgrowth",1,1,2 ], "a development, result, or consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgrowth",1,1,3 ], "the act of growing out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgun",1,1,1 ], "guns, gunning, gunned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgun",1,1,2 ], "to surpass in fire power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgun",1,1,3 ], "to surpass in shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outgun",1,1,4 ], "to surpass or excel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outhaul",1,1,1 ], "a line or cable for tightening the foot of a sail by hauling the clew out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outhaul",1,1,1 ], "along the boom or yard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outhouse",1,1,1 ], "a building near to, but separate from, a main building; outbuilding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outing",1,1,1 ], "a short outward and return journey; trip; excursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outjockey",1,1,1 ], "to outwit by deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outland",1,1,1 ], "outlying or distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outland",1,1,2 ], "foreign; alien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outland",1,2,1 ], "the outlying areas of a country or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlander",1,1,1 ], "a foreigner or stranger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlandish",1,1,1 ], "grotesquely unconventional in appearance, habits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlandish",1,1,2 ], "foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlaw",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person excluded from the law and deprived of its protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlaw",1,1,2 ], "any fugitive from the law, esp| a habitual transgressor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlaw",1,1,3 ], "a wild or untamed beast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlaw",1,2,1 ], "to put (a person) outside the law and deprive of its protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlaw",1,2,2 ], "(in the U|S|) to deprive (a contract, etc|) of legal force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlaw",1,2,3 ], "to ban" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlawry",1,1,1 ], "the act of outlawing or the state of being outlawed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlawry",1,1,2 ], "disregard for the law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlay",1,1,1 ], "an expenditure of money, effort, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlay",1,2,1 ], "to spend (money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,1 ], "an opening or vent permitting escape or release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,2 ], "a means for release or expression of emotion, creative energy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,2,1 ], "a channel that drains a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,2,1 ], "a market for a product or service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,2,2 ], "a commercial establishment retailing the goods of a particular producer or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,2,2 ], "the mouth of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,2,2 ], "wholesaler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,3 ], "a point in a wiring system from which current can be taken to supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,3 ], "electrical devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,4 ], "(pelvic outlet)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outlet",1,1,4 ], "the beginning or end of a passage, esp| the lower opening of the pelvis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlier",1,1,1 ], "an outcrop of rocks that is entirely surrounded by older rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlier",1,1,2 ], "a person, thing, or part situated away from a main or related body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlier",1,1,3 ], "a person who lives away from his place of work, duty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outline",1,1,1 ], "a preliminary or schematic plan, draft, account, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outline",1,1,2 ], "the important features of an argument, theory, work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outline",1,1,3 ], "the line by which an object or figure is or appears to be bounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outline",1,1,3,1 ], "a drawing or manner of drawing consisting only of external lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outline",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outline",1,2,1 ], "to draw or display the outline of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outline",1,2,2 ], "to give the main features or general idea of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlive",1,1,1 ], "to live longer than (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlive",1,1,2 ], "to live beyond a date or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlive",1,1,3 ], "to live through (an experience)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlook",1,1,1 ], "a mental attitude or point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlook",1,1,2 ], "the probable or expected condition or outcome of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlook",1,1,3 ], "the view from a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlook",1,1,4 ], "view or prospect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlook",1,1,5 ], "the act or state of looking out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outlying",1,1,1 ], "distant or remote from the main body or centre, as of a town or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outman",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to surpass in manpower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outman",1,1,2 ], "to surpass in manliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outmanoeuvre",1,1,1 ], "to secure a strategic advantage over by skilful manoeuvre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outmoded",1,1,1 ], "no longer fashionable or widely accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outmoded",1,1,2 ], "no longer practical or usable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outmost",1,1,1 ], "another word for outermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outness",1,1,2 ], "outward expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outnumber",1,1,1 ], "to exceed in number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpatient",1,1,1 ], "a non-resident hospital patient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpoint",1,1,1 ], "to score more points than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpoint",1,1,2 ], "to sail closer to the wind (point higher) than (another sailing vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outport",1,1,1 ], "a subsidiary port built in deeper water than the original port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outporter",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant or native of a Newfoundland outport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpost",1,1,1,1 ], "a position stationed at a distance from the area occupied by a major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpost",1,1,1,1 ], "formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outpost",1,1,1,2 ], "the troops assigned to such a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpost",1,1,2 ], "an outlying settlement or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpost",1,1,3 ], "a limit or frontier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpour",1,1,1 ], "the act of flowing or pouring out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpour",1,1,2 ], "something that pours out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpour",1,2,1 ], "to pour or cause to pour out freely or rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpouring",1,1,1 ], "a passionate or exaggerated outburst; effusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outpouring",1,1,2 ], "another word for outpour 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,1 ], "the act of production or manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,2 ], "the amount produced, as in a given period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,3 ], "the material produced, manufactured, yielded, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,3,1 ], "the power, voltage, or current delivered by a circuit or component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,3,2 ], "the point at which the signal is delivered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,4 ], "the power, energy, or work produced by an engine or a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,4,1 ], "the information produced by a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,4,2 ], "the operations and devices involved in producing this information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "output",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to electronic, computer, or other output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outr",1,1,1 ], "deviating from what is usual or proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrage",1,1,1 ], "a wantonly vicious or cruel act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrage",1,1,2 ], "a gross violation of decency, morality, honour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrage",1,1,3 ], "profound indignation, anger, or hurt, caused by such an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrage",1,2,1 ], "to cause profound indignation, anger, or resentment in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrage",1,2,2 ], "to offend grossly (feelings, decency, human dignity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrage",1,2,3 ], "to commit an act of wanton viciousness, cruelty, or indecency on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrage",1,2,4 ], "a euphemistic word for rape ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrageous",1,1,1 ], "being or having the nature of an outrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrageous",1,1,2 ], "grossly offensive to decency, authority, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrageous",1,1,3 ], "violent or unrestrained in behaviour or temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrageous",1,1,4 ], "extravagant or immoderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrank",1,1,1 ], "to be of higher rank than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrank",1,1,2 ], "to take priority over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outreach",1,2,1 ], "to surpass in reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outreach",1,3,1 ], "to go beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outreach",1,3,2 ], "to reach or cause to reach out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outreach",1,4,1 ], "the act or process of reaching out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outreach",1,4,2 ], "the length or extent of reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outride",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to outdo by riding faster, farther, or better than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outride",1,1,2 ], "(of a vessel) to ride out (a storm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outride",1,2,1 ], "an extra unstressed syllable within a metrical foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrider",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes ahead of a car, group of people, etc|, to ensure a clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrider",1,1,1 ], "passage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outrider",1,1,2 ], "a person who goes in advance to investigate, discover a way, etc|; scout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrider",1,1,3 ], "a person who rides in front of or beside a carriage, esp| as an attendant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrider",1,1,3 ], "guard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outrider",1,1,4 ], "a mounted herdsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrigger",1,1,1 ], "a framework for supporting a pontoon outside and parallel to the hull of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrigger",1,1,1 ], "boat to provide stability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outrigger",1,1,2 ], "Pacific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outrigger",1,1,2 ], "a boat equipped with such a framework, esp| one of the canoes of the South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrigger",1,1,3 ], "any projecting framework attached to a boat, aircraft, building, etc|, to act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrigger",1,1,3 ], "as a support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outrigger",1,1,4 ], "another name for rigger ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outright",1,1,1 ], "without qualifications or limitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outright",1,1,2 ], "complete; total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outright",1,1,3 ], "straightforward; direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outright",1,2,1 ], "without restrictions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outright",1,2,2 ], "without reservation or concealment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outright",1,2,3 ], "instantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outright",1,2,4 ], "straight ahead or out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrun",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to run faster, farther, or better than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrun",1,1,2 ], "to escape from by or as if by running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrun",1,1,3 ], "to go beyond; exceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrunner",1,1,1 ], "an attendant who runs in front of a carriage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrunner",1,1,2 ], "the leading dog in a sled team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outrush",1,1,1 ], "a flowing or rushing out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsell",1,1,1 ], "to sell or be sold in greater quantities than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsert",1,1,1 ], "another word for wrapround ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outset",1,1,1 ], "a start; beginning (esp| in the phrase from the outset)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outshine",1,1,1 ], "to shine more brightly than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outshine",1,2,1 ], "to surpass in excellence, beauty, wit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outshine",1,3,1 ], "to emit light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outshoot",1,1,1 ], "to surpass or excel in shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outshoot",1,1,2 ], "to go or extend beyond (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outshoot",1,2,1 ], "a thing that projects or shoots out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outshoot",1,2,2 ], "the act or state of shooting out or protruding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside broadcast",1,1,1 ], "a broadcast not made from a studio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside work",1,1,1 ], "work done off the premises of a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by of) on or to the exterior of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,1,2 ], "beyond the limits of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,1,3 ], "apart from; other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,2,1 ], "situated on the exterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,2,2 ], "remote; unlikely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,2,3 ], "not a member of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,2,4 ], "the greatest possible or probable (prices, odds, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,3,1 ], "outside a specified thing or place; out of doors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,3,2 ], "not in prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,1 ], "the external side or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,2 ], "the external appearance or aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,3 ], "the exterior or outer part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,4 ], "(of a path, pavement, etc|) the side nearest the road or away from a wall or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,4 ], "building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,5 ], "an outside player, as in football" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,6 ], "the outer sheets of a ream of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,7 ], "(in the north) the settled parts of Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,8 ], "at the outside| Informal| at the most or at the greatest extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outside",1,4,9 ], "outside in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsider",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing excluded from or not a member of a set, group, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsider",1,1,2 ], "a contestant, esp| a horse, thought unlikely to win in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsider",1,1,3 ], "a person who does not live in the arctic regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsize",1,1,1 ], "very large or larger than normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsize",1,2,1 ], "something outsize, such as a garment or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsize",1,2,2 ], "relating to or dealing in outsize clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outskirts",1,1,1 ], "outlying or bordering areas, districts, etc|, as of a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsmart",1,1,1 ], "to get the better of; outwit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outsole",1,1,1 ], "the outermost sole of a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspan",1,1,1 ], "an area on a farm kept available for travellers to rest and refresh animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspan",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outspan",1,1,2 ], "the act of unharnessing or unyoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspan",1,2,1 ], "to unharness or unyoke (animals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspoken",1,1,1 ], "candid or bold in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspoken",1,1,2 ], "said or expressed with candour or boldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspread",1,1,1 ], "to spread out or cause to spread out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspread",1,2,1 ], "spread or stretched out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspread",1,2,2 ], "scattered or diffused widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outspread",1,3,1 ], "a spreading out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstand",1,1,1 ], "to be outstanding or excel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstand",1,2,1 ], "to stand out to sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstand",1,3,1 ], "to last beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstanding",1,1,1 ], "superior; excellent; distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstanding",1,1,2 ], "prominent, remarkable, or striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstanding",1,1,3 ], "still in existence; unsettled, unpaid, or unresolved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstanding",1,1,4 ], "(of shares, bonds, etc|) issued and sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstanding",1,1,5 ], "projecting or jutting upwards or outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstation",1,1,1 ], "a station or post in a remote or unsettled region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstation",1,2,1 ], "(in Malaysia) away from (the speaker's) town or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstay",1,1,1 ], "to stay longer than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstay",1,1,2 ], "to stay too long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstay",1,1,3 ], "outstay one's welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstretch",1,1,1 ], "to extend or expand; stretch out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstretch",1,1,2 ], "to stretch or extend beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstrip",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to surpass in a sphere of activity, competition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstrip",1,1,2 ], "to be or grow greater than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outstrip",1,1,3 ], "to go faster than and leave behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outswing",1,1,1 ], "the movement of a bowled ball from leg to off through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outthink",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to outdo in thinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outthink",1,1,2 ], "to outwit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outturn",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for output ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outvote",1,1,1 ], "to defeat by a majority of votes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to what is apparent or superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the outside of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,3 ], "belonging or relating to the external, as opposed to the mental, spiritual, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,3 ], "inherent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or directed towards the outside or exterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,5 ], "(of a ship, part of a voyage, etc|) leaving for a particular destination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,6 ], "the outward man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,6,1 ], "Theol| the body as opposed to the soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,1,6,2 ], "Facetious| clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,2,1 ], "(of a ship) away from port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,2,2 ], "a variant of outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outward",1,3,1 ], "the outward part; exterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwardly",1,1,1 ], "in outward appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwardly",1,1,2 ], "with reference to the outside or outer surface; externally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the outside; out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwash",1,1,1 ], "a mass of gravel, sand, etc|, carried and deposited by the water derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwash",1,1,1 ], "melting glaciers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "outwear",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to use up or destroy by wearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwear",1,1,2 ], "to last or wear longer than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwear",1,1,3 ], "to outlive, outgrow, or develop beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwear",1,1,4 ], "to deplete or exhaust in strength, determination, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outweigh",1,1,1 ], "to prevail over; overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outweigh",1,1,2 ], "to be more important or significant than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outweigh",1,1,3 ], "to be heavier than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to get the better of by cunning or ingenuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwit",1,1,2 ], "to be of greater intelligence than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwith",1,1,1 ], "outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "outwork" ,1, 1, 1],"defences which lie outside main defensive works",1). c_DEF([ "outwork" ,1, 1, 1],"to work better, harder, etc|, than",1). c_DEF([ "outwork" ,1, 1, 2],"commissioned",2). c_DEF([ "outwork" ,1, 1, 2],"to work out to completion",1). c_DEF([ "outwork" ,1, 1, 2],"work performed away from the factory, office, etc|, by which it has been",1). c_DEF([ "ouzel",1,1,1 ], "short for ring ouzel or water ouzel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouzel",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for the (European)blackbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ouzo",1,1,1 ], "a strong aniseed-flavoured spirit from Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ova",1,1,1 ], "the plural of ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oval",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of an ellipse or ellipsoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oval",1,2,1 ], "anything that is oval in shape, such as a sports ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovals of Cassini",1,1,1 ], "that 1x-a11x-b1is a constant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovals of Cassini",1,1,1 ], "the locus of a point x, whose distance from two fixed points, a and b, is such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovariectomy",1,1,1 ], "another name for oophorectomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovariotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into an ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovaritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of an ovary; oophoritis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovary",1,1,1 ], "either of the two female reproductive organs, which produce ova and secrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovary",1,1,1 ], "oestrogen hormones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovary",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding organ in vertebrate and invertebrate animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovary",1,1,3 ], "plants the carpels are united to form a single compound ovary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovary",1,1,3 ], "the hollow basal region of a carpel containing one or more ovules| In some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like an egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovate",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a leaf) shaped like the longitudinal section of an egg, with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovate",1,1,2 ], "broader end at the base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovation",1,1,1 ], "an enthusiastic reception, esp| one of prolonged applause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovation",1,1,2 ], "a victory procession less glorious than a triumph awarded to a Roman general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oven",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed heated compartment or receptacle for baking or roasting food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oven",1,1,2 ], "a similar device, usually lined with a refractory material, used for drying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oven",1,1,2 ], "substances, firing ceramics, heat-treating, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oven-ready",1,1,1 ], "(of various foods) bought already prepared so that they are ready to be cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oven-ready",1,1,1 ], "in the oven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovenbird",1,1,1 ], "Furnariidae that build oven-shaped clay nests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovenbird",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small brownish South American passerine birds of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovenbird",1,1,2 ], "a common North American warbler, Seiurus aurocapillus, that has an olive-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovenbird",1,1,2 ], "striped plumage with an orange crown and builds a cup-shaped nest on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovenware",1,1,1 ], "heat-resistant dishes in which food can be both cooked and served| &2960" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,1 ], "directly above; on the top of; via the top or upper surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,10 ], "while occupied in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,11 ], "having recovered from the effects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,12 ], "over and above| added to; in addition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,2 ], "on or to the other side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,3 ], "during; through, or throughout (a period of time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,4 ], "in or throughout all parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,5 ], "throughout the whole extent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,6 ], "above; in preference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,7 ], "by the agency of (an instrument of telecommunication)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,8 ], "more than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,1,9 ], "on the subject of; about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,1 ], "in a state, condition, situation, or position that is or has been placed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,1 ], "put over something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,10 ], "over against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,10,1 ], "opposite to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,10,2 ], "contrasting with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,11 ], "over and over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,12 ], "(often followed by again) repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,13 ], "over the odds| in addition, esp| when not expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,2 ], "so as to cause to fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,3 ], "at or to a point across intervening space, water, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,4 ], "throughout a whole area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,5 ], "from beginning to end, usually cursorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,6 ], "throughout a period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,7 ], "(esp| in signalling and radio) it is now your turn to speak, act, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,8 ], "more than is expected or usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,2,9 ], "over again| once more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,3,1 ], "finished; no longer in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,5,1 ], "remaining; surplus (often in the phrase left over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,6,1 ], "a set of six balls (eight in Australia) bowled by a bowler from the same end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over",1,6,1 ], "of the pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "over-",1,1,1 ], "excessive or excessively; beyond an agreed or desirable limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-",1,1,2 ], "indicating superior rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-",1,1,3 ], "indicating location or movement above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-",1,1,4 ], "indicating movement downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-riding",1,1,1 ], "taking precedence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-the-counter",1,1,1,1 ], "(of securities)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-the-counter",1,1,2 ], "not listed or quoted on a stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-the-counter",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a security market) dealing in such securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-the-counter",1,1,2,3 ], "(of security transactions) conducted through a broker's office directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-the-counter",1,1,2,3 ], "between purchaser and seller and not on a stock exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "over-the-counter",1,1,3 ], "(of medicinal drugs) able to be sold without a prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-under",1,1,1 ], "(of a two-barrelled firearm) having one barrel on top of the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "over-under",1,2,1 ], "an over-under firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overachieve",1,1,1 ], "to perform better than expected or predicted, as in an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overact",1,1,1 ], "to act or behave in an exaggerated manner, as in a theatrical production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overage",1,1,1 ], "beyond a specified age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overall",1,1,1 ], "from one end to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overall",1,1,2 ], "including or covering everything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overall",1,2,1 ], "in general; on the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overall",1,3,1 ], "a protective work garment usually worn over ordinary clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overall",1,3,2 ], "hard-wearing work trousers with a bib and shoulder-straps or jacket attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overarch",1,1,1 ], "to form an arch over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overarm",1,1,1 ], "bowled, thrown, or performed with the arm raised above the shoulder|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overarm",1,2,1 ], "with the arm raised above the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overawe",1,1,1 ], "to subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbalance",1,1,1 ], "to lose or cause to lose balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbalance",1,2,1 ], "another word for outweigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbalance",1,3,1 ], "excess of weight, value, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbear",1,1,1 ], "to dominate or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbear",1,2,1 ], "to press or bear down with weight or physical force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbear",1,2,2 ], "to produce or bear (fruit, progeny, etc|) excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbearing",1,1,1 ], "domineering or dictatorial in manner or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbearing",1,1,2 ], "of particular or overriding importance or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbid",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbid",1,1,2 ], "to bid for more tricks than one can expect to win" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbid",1,1,3 ], "to bid more than the value of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbid",1,2,1 ], "a bid higher than someone else's bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbite",1,1,1 ], "an extension of the upper front teeth over the lower front teeth when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbite",1,1,1 ], "mouth is closed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overblouse",1,1,1 ], "a blouse designed to fit loosely over the waist or hips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overblow",1,1,1 ], "obtain the octave above the fundamental in the harmonic series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overblow",1,1,1 ], "to blow into (a wind instrument) with greater force than normal in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overblow",1,1,2 ], "to blow (a wind instrument) or (of a wind instrument) to be blown too hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overblow",1,1,3 ], "to blow over, away, or across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overblown",1,1,1 ], "overdone or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overblown",1,1,2 ], "bombastic; turgid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overblown",1,1,3 ], "(of flowers, such as the rose) past the stage of full bloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overboard",1,1,1 ], "from on board a vessel into the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overboard",1,1,2 ], "go overboard| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overboard",1,1,2,1 ], "to be extremely enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overboard",1,1,2,2 ], "to go to extremes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overboard",1,1,3 ], "throw overboard| to reject or abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overboot",1,1,1 ], "a protective boot worn over an ordinary boot or shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbuild",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to build over or on top of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbuild",1,1,2 ], "to erect too many buildings in (an area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overbuild",1,1,3 ], "to build too large or elaborately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overburden",1,2,1 ], "to load with excessive weight, work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overburden",1,3,1 ], "an excessive burden or load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overburden",1,3,2 ], "the sedimentary rock material that covers coal seams, mineral veins, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcall",1,1,1 ], "a bid higher than the preceding one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcall",1,2,1 ], "to bid higher than (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcapitalize",1,1,1 ], "investment opportunities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overcapitalize",1,1,1 ], "to provide or issue capital for (an enterprise) in excess of profitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcapitalize",1,1,2 ], "high level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overcapitalize",1,1,2 ], "to estimate the capital value of (a company) at an unreasonably or unlawfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcapitalize",1,1,3 ], "to overestimate the market value of (property, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,1,1 ], "covered over or obscured, esp| by clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,1,2 ], "(of the sky) more than 95 per cent cloud-covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,1,3 ], "gloomy or melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,1,4 ], "sewn over by overcasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,2,1 ], "to make or become overclouded or gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,2,2 ], "edge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,2,2 ], "to sew (an edge, as of a hem) with long stitches passing successively over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,3,1 ], "a covering, as of clouds or mist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,3,2 ], "the state of the sky when more than 95 per cent of it is cloud-covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcast",1,3,3 ], "a crossing of two passages without an intersection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcharge",1,1,1 ], "to charge too much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcharge",1,2,1 ], "to fill or load beyond capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcharge",1,2,2 ], "another word for exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcharge",1,3,1 ], "an excessive price or charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcharge",1,3,2 ], "an excessive load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcheck",1,1,1 ], "a thin leather strap attached to a horse's bit to keep its head up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcheck",1,1,2 ], "(in textiles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcheck",1,1,2,1 ], "a checked pattern laid over another checked pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcheck",1,1,2,2 ], "a fabric patterned in such a way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcloud",1,1,1 ], "to make or become covered with clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcloud",1,1,2 ], "to make or become dark or dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcoat",1,1,1 ], "a warm heavy coat worn over the outer clothes in cold weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcome",1,1,1 ], "to get the better of in a conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcome",1,1,2 ], "to render incapable or powerless by laughter, sorrow, exhaustion, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcome",1,2,1 ], "to surmount obstacles, objections, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcome",1,3,1 ], "to be victorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcompensate",1,1,1 ], "to compensate (a person or thing) excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcompensate",1,2,1 ], "to engage in overcompensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcompensation",1,1,1 ], "an attempt to make up for a character trait by overexaggerating its opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overcrop",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to exhaust (land) by excessive cultivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdevelop",1,1,1 ], "to develop too much or too far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdevelop",1,1,2 ], "time, at too great a concentration, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overdevelop",1,1,2 ], "to process (a film, plate, or print) in developer for more than the required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdo",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to take or carry too far; do to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdo",1,1,2 ], "to exaggerate, overelaborate, or overplay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdo",1,1,3 ], "to cook or bake too long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdo",1,1,4 ], "overdo it, things, etc| to overtax one's strength, capacity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdose",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of drugs) an excessive dose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdose",1,3,1 ], "to give an excessive dose to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdraft",1,1,1 ], "a draft or withdrawal of money in excess of the credit balance on a bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdraft",1,1,1 ], "account" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overdraft",1,1,2 ], "the amount of money drawn or withdrawn thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdraught",1,1,1 ], "a current of air passed above a fire, as in a furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdraw",1,1,1 ], "to draw on (a bank account) in excess of the credit balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdraw",1,2,1 ], "to strain or pull (a bow, etc|) too far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdraw",1,3,1 ], "to exaggerate in describing or telling| &2090" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdress",1,1,1 ], "to dress (oneself or another) too elaborately or finely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdress",1,2,1 ], "a dress that may be worn over a jumper, blouse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdrive",1,1,1 ], "a very high gear in a motor vehicle used at high speeds to reduce wear and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdrive",1,1,1 ], "save fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overdrive",1,2,1 ], "to drive too hard or too far; overwork or overuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdue",1,1,1 ], "past the time specified, required, or preferred for arrival, occurrence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdue",1,1,1 ], "payment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overdye",1,1,1 ], "to dye (a fabric, yarn, etc|) excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overdye",1,1,2 ], "to dye for a second or third time with a different colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overestimate",1,2,1 ], "to value or estimate too highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overestimate",1,3,1 ], "an estimate that is too high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overexpose",1,1,1 ], "to expose too much or for too long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overexpose",1,1,2 ], "light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overexpose",1,1,2 ], "to expose (a film, plate, or paper) for too long a period or with too bright a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overfall",1,1,1 ], "a turbulent stretch of water caused by marine currents over an underwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overfall",1,1,1 ], "ridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overfall",1,1,2 ], "a mechanism that allows excess water to escape from a dam or lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflight",1,1,1 ], "the flight of an aircraft over a specific area or territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,1,1 ], "to flow or run over (a limit, brim, bank, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,1,2 ], "to fill or be filled beyond capacity so as to spill or run over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,2,1 ], "to be filled with happiness, tears, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,3,1 ], "to spread or cover over; flood or inundate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,4,1 ], "overflowing matter, esp| liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,4,2 ], "any outlet that enables surplus liquid to be discharged or drained off, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,4,2 ], "one just below the top of a tank or cistern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overflow",1,4,3 ], "the amount by which a limit, capacity, etc|, is exceeded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overfly",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to fly an aircraft over (a territory) or past (a point)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overfold",1,1,1 ], "a fold in the form of an anticline in which one limb is more sleeply inclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overfold",1,1,1 ], "than the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overgarment",1,1,1 ], "any garment worn over other clothes, esp| to protect them from wear or dirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overglaze",1,1,1 ], "(of decoration or colours) applied to porcelain or pottery above the glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overground",1,1,1 ], "on or above the surface of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overgrow",1,1,1 ], "to grow over or across (an area, path, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overgrow",1,2,1 ], "to choke or supplant by a stronger growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overgrow",1,3,1 ], "to grow too large for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overgrow",1,4,1 ], "to grow beyond normal size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhand knot",1,1,1 ], "a knot formed by making a loop in a piece of cord and drawing one end through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhand knot",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overhand",1,1,1 ], "thrown or performed with the hand raised above the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhand",1,1,2 ], "sewn with thread passing over two edges in one direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhand",1,2,1 ], "with the hand above the shoulder; overarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhand",1,2,2 ], "with shallow stitches passing over two edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhand",1,3,1 ], "to sew (two edges) overhand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,1,1 ], "to project or extend beyond (a surface, building, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,2,1 ], "to hang or be suspended over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,3,1 ], "to menace, threaten, or dominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,4,1 ], "a formation, object, part of a structure, etc|, that extends beyond or hangs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,4,1 ], "over something, such as an outcrop of rock overhanging a mountain face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,4,2 ], "the amount or extent of projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,4,2,1 ], "half the difference in span of the main supporting surfaces of a biplane or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,4,2,1 ], "other multiplane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overhang",1,4,2,2 ], "the distance from the outer supporting strut of a wing to the wing tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhaul",1,2,1 ], "to examine carefully for faults, necessary repairs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhaul",1,2,2 ], "to make repairs or adjustments to (a car, machine, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhaul",1,2,3 ], "to overtake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhaul",1,3,1 ], "a thorough examination and repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead camshaft",1,1,1 ], "a type of camshaft situated above the cylinder head in an internal-combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead camshaft",1,1,1 ], "engine| It is usually driven by a shaft from the crankshaft and the cams bear directly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overhead camshaft",1,1,1 ], "onto the valve stems or rocker arms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "overhead door",1,1,1 ], "a door that rotates on a horizontal axis and is supported horizontally when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead door",1,1,1 ], "open| Sometimes shortened to overhead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,1,1 ], "situated or operating above head height or some other reference level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,1,2 ], "inclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,2,1 ], "over or above head height, esp| in the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,3,1,1 ], "a stroke in racket games played from above head height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,3,2 ], "the interior lining above one's head below decks in a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,3,3 ], "short for overhead door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead",1,3,4 ], "of, concerned with, or resulting from overheads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead-valve engine",1,1,1 ], "a type of internal-combustion engine in which the inlet and exhaust valves are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overhead-valve engine",1,1,1 ], "in the cylinder head above the pistons| U|S| name: valve-in-head engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overheads",1,1,1 ], "business expenses, such as rent, that are not directly attributable to any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overheads",1,1,1 ], "department or product and can therefore be assigned only arbitrarily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overhear",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to hear (a person, remark, etc|) without the knowledge of the speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overheat",1,1,1 ], "to make or become excessively hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overheat",1,2,1 ], "to make very agitated, irritated, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overheat",1,3,1 ], "the condition of being overheated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overissue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to issue (shares, banknotes, etc|) in excess of demand or ability to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overissue",1,1,1 ], "pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overissue",1,2,1 ], "shares, etc|, thus issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overjoy",1,1,1 ], "to give great delight to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overkill",1,1,1 ], "the capability to deploy more weapons, esp| nuclear weapons, than is necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overkill",1,1,1 ], "to ensure military advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overkill",1,1,2 ], "any capacity or treatment that is greater than that required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overland",1,1,1 ], "(prenominal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overland",1,2,1 ], "over or across land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overland",1,3,1 ], "to drive (animals) overland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,1,1 ], "(of two things) to extend or lie partly over (each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,1,2 ], "to cover and extend beyond (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,2,1 ], "to coincide partly in time, subject, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,3,1 ], "a part that overlaps or is overlapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,3,2 ], "the amount, length, etc|, overlapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,3,3 ], "the act or fact of overlapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,3,4 ], "a place of overlapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,3,5 ], "the horizontal extension of the lower beds in a series of rock strata beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlap",1,3,5 ], "the upper beds, usually caused by submergence of the land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,1,1 ], "to lay or place over or upon something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by with) to cover, overspread, or conceal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by with) to cover a surface with an applied decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,1,4 ], "to achieve the correct printing pressure all over (a forme or plate) by adding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,1,4 ], "to the appropriate areas of the packing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,2,1 ], "something that is laid over something else; covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,2,2 ], "an applied decoration or layer, as of gold leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,2,3 ], "a transparent sheet giving extra details to a map or diagram over which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,2,3 ], "designed to be placed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overlay",1,2,4 ], "material, such as paper, used to overlay a forme or plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overleaf",1,1,1 ], "on the other side of the page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlie",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to lie or rest upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlie",1,1,2 ], "to kill (a baby or newborn animal) by lying upon it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlive",1,1,1 ], "to live longer than (another person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlive",1,1,2 ], "to survive or outlive (an event)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overload",1,2,1 ], "to put too large a load on or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overload",1,3,1 ], "an excessive load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlong",1,2,1 ], "too or excessively long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,1 ], "to fail to notice or take into account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,2 ], "to disregard deliberately or indulgently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,3 ], "to look at or over from above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,4 ], "to afford a view of from above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,5 ], "to rise above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,6 ], "to look after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,7 ], "to look at carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,2,8 ], "to bewitch or cast the evil eye upon (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,3,1 ], "a high place affording a view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlook",1,3,2 ], "an act of overlooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overlord",1,1,1 ], "a supreme lord or master" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overly",1,1,1 ], "too; excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overman",1,1,1 ], "to supply with an excessive number of men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overman",1,2,1 ], "a man who oversees others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overman",1,2,2 ], "the Nietzschean superman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmantel",1,1,1 ], "a shelf over a mantelpiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmaster",1,1,1 ], "to overpower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmatch",1,2,1 ], "to be more than a match for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmatch",1,2,2 ], "to match with a superior opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmatch",1,3,1 ], "a person superior in ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmatch",1,3,2 ], "a match in which one contestant is superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmatter",1,1,1 ], "type that has been set but cannot be used for printing owing to lack of space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmuch",1,2,1 ], "too much; very much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overmuch",1,3,1 ], "an excessive amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnice",1,1,1 ], "too fastidious, precise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight telegram",1,1,1 ], "a cheap internal telegram, usually delivered on the following day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight",1,1,1 ], "for the duration of the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight",1,1,2 ], "in or as if in the course of one night; suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight",1,2,1 ], "(usually prenominal) done in, occurring in, or lasting the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight",1,2,2 ], "staying for one night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight",1,2,3 ], "lasting one night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight",1,2,4 ], "for use during a single night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overnight",1,2,5 ], "occurring in or as if in the course of one night; sudden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpass",1,1,1 ], "another name for flyover ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpass",1,2,1 ], "Now rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpass",1,2,2 ], "to pass over, through, or across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpass",1,2,3 ], "to exceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpass",1,2,4 ], "to get over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpass",1,2,5 ], "to ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpay",1,1,1 ], "to pay (someone) at too high a rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpay",1,1,2 ], "to pay (someone) more than is due, as by an error| &1330" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpersuade",1,1,1 ], "to persuade (someone) against his inclination or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpitch",1,1,1 ], "to bowl a ball so that it pitches too close to the stumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overplay",1,1,1 ], "to exaggerate the importance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overplay",1,1,2 ], "another word for overact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overplay",1,1,3 ], "overplay one's hand| to overestimate the worth or strength of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overplay",1,1,3 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overplus",1,1,1 ], "surplus or excess quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpower",1,1,1 ], "to conquer or subdue by superior force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpower",1,1,2 ], "to have such a strong effect on as to make helpless or ineffective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpower",1,1,3 ], "to supply with more power than necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpowering",1,1,1 ], "so strong or intense as to be unbearable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overpowering",1,1,2 ], "so powerful as to crush or conquer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overprint",1,2,1 ], "to print (additional matter or another colour) on a sheet of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overprint",1,3,1 ], "additional matter or another colour printed onto a previously printed sheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overprint",1,3,2 ], "additional matter, other than a change in face value, applied to a finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overprint",1,3,2 ], "postage stamp by printing, stamping, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overprotect",1,1,1 ], "inhibit its development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overprotect",1,1,1 ], "to protect more than necessary, esp| to shield a child excessively so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrate",1,1,1 ], "to assess too highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overreach",1,1,1 ], "to defeat or thwart (oneself) by attempting to do or gain too much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overreach",1,2,1 ], "to aim for but miss by going too far or attempting too much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overreach",1,2,2 ], "to get the better of (a person) by trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overreach",1,3,1 ], "to reach or extend beyond or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overreach",1,4,1 ], "to reach or go too far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overreach",1,5,1 ], "(of a horse) to strike the back of a forefoot with the edge of the opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overreach",1,5,1 ], "hind foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overreact",1,1,1 ], "to react excessively to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrefine",1,1,1 ], "to refine (something) to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrefine",1,1,2 ], "to make excessively fine distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "override",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to set aside or disregard with superior authority or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "override",1,1,2 ], "to supersede or annul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "override",1,1,3 ], "to dominate or vanquish by or as if by trampling down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "override",1,1,4 ], "to extend or pass over, esp| to overlap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "override",1,1,5 ], "to ride (a horse, etc|) too hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "override",1,1,6 ], "to ride over or across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrider",1,1,1 ], "either of two metal or rubber attachments fitted to the bumper of a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrider",1,1,1 ], "vehicle to prevent the bumpers interlocking with those of another vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overrule",1,1,1 ], "to disallow the arguments of (a person) by the use of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrule",1,1,2 ], "to rule or decide against (an argument, decision, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrule",1,1,3 ], "to prevail over, dominate, or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrule",1,1,4 ], "to exercise rule over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,1,1 ], "to attack or invade and defeat conclusively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,2,1 ], "to swarm or spread over rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,2,2 ], "to run over (something); overflow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,2,3 ], "to extend or run beyond a limit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,3,1 ], "(of an engine) to run with a closed throttle at a speed dictated by that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,3,1 ], "the vehicle it drives, as on a decline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,4,1,1 ], "to print (a book, journal, etc|) in a greater quantity than ordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,4,1,2 ], "to print additional copies of (a publication)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,5,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,5,1 ], "to transfer (set type and other matter) from one column, line, or page, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,6,1 ], "to run faster than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,7,1 ], "the act or an instance of overrunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,7,2 ], "the amount or extent of overrunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,7,3 ], "the number of copies of a publication in excess of the quantity ordered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overrun",1,7,4 ], "the cleared level area at the end of an airport runway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overscore",1,1,1 ], "to cancel or cross out by drawing a line or lines over or through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseas telegram",1,1,1 ], "another name for cable ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseas",1,1,1 ], "beyond the sea; abroad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseas",1,2,1 ], "of, to, in, from, or situated in countries beyond the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseas",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to passage over the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseas",1,3,1 ], "a foreign country or foreign countries collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversee",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to watch over and direct; supervise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversee",1,1,2 ], "to watch secretly or accidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversee",1,1,3 ], "to scrutinize; inspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseer",1,1,1 ], "a person who oversees others, esp| workmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseer",1,1,2 ], "short for overseer of the poor;a minor official of a parish attached to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overseer",1,1,2 ], "workhouse or poorhouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oversell",1,1,1 ], "to sell more of (a commodity, etc|) than can be supplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversell",1,1,2 ], "to use excessively aggressive methods in selling (commodities)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversell",1,2,1 ], "exaggerate the merits of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overset",1,1,1 ], "to disturb or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overset",1,2,1 ], "to set (type or copy) in excess of the space available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversew",1,1,1 ], "to sew (two edges) with close stitches that pass over them both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversexed",1,1,1 ], "having an excessive preoccupation with or need for sexual activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshadow",1,1,1 ], "to render insignificant or less important in comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshadow",1,1,2 ], "to cast a shadow or gloom over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshoe",1,1,1 ], "a protective shoe worn over an ordinary shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshoot",1,1,1 ], "to shoot or go beyond (a mark or target)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshoot",1,1,2 ], "or taking off, or (of an aircraft) to fly or taxi too far along a runway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overshoot",1,1,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to fly or taxi too far along (a runway) during landing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshoot",1,2,1 ], "to pass swiftly over or down over, as water over a wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshot",1,1,1 ], "having or designating an upper jaw that projects beyond the lower jaw, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshot",1,1,1 ], "when considered as an abnormality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overshot",1,1,2 ], "(of a water wheel) driven by a flow of water that passes over the wheel rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overshot",1,1,2 ], "than under it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overside",1,1,1 ], "over the side (of a ship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversight",1,1,1 ], "an omission or mistake, esp| one made through failure to notice something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversight",1,1,2 ], "supervision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversimplify",1,1,1 ], "to simplify (something) to the point of distortion or error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversize",1,1,1 ], "larger than the usual size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversize",1,2,1 ], "a size larger than the usual or proper size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversize",1,2,2 ], "something that is oversize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overskirt",1,1,1 ], "an outer skirt, esp| one that reveals a decorative underskirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overslaugh",1,1,1 ], "the passing over of one duty for another that takes precedence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overslaugh",1,2,1 ], "to pass over; ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversleep",1,1,1 ], "to sleep beyond the intended time for getting up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversleeve",1,1,1 ], "a protective sleeve covering an ordinary sleeve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversoul",1,1,1 ], "souls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oversoul",1,1,1 ], "the spiritual essence of all things, transcending and uniting individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overspend",1,1,1 ], "to spend in excess of (one's desires or what one can afford)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overspend",1,2,1 ], "to wear out; exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstaff",1,1,1 ], "to provide an excessive number of staff (for a factory, hotel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstate",1,1,1 ], "to state too strongly exaggerate or overemphasize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstay",1,1,1 ], "to stay beyond the time, limit, or duration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstay",1,1,2 ], "maximum profit would have been made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overstay",1,1,2 ], "to delay a transaction in (a market) until after the point at which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstay",1,1,3 ], "overstay or outstay one's welcome| to stay (at a party etc|), longer than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstay",1,1,3 ], "pleases the host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oversteer",1,1,1 ], "(of a vehicle) to turn more sharply, for a particular turn of the steering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversteer",1,1,1 ], "wheel, than is desirable or anticipated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overstep",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to go beyond (a certain or proper limit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstrung",1,1,1 ], "too highly strung; tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstrung",1,1,2 ], "(of a piano) having two sets of strings crossing each other at an oblique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstrung",1,1,2 ], "angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overstuff",1,1,1 ], "to force too much into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overstuff",1,1,2 ], "to cover (furniture, etc|) entirely with upholstery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oversubscribe",1,1,1 ], "to subscribe or apply for in excess of available supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overt",1,1,1 ], "open to view; observable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overt",1,1,2 ], "open; deliberate| Criminal intent may be inferred from an overt act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtake",1,1,1 ], "to move past (another vehicle or person) travelling in the same direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtake",1,2,1 ], "to pass or do better than, after catching up with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtake",1,3,1 ], "to come upon suddenly or unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtake",1,4,1 ], "to catch up with; draw level with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtask",1,1,1 ], "to impose too heavy a task upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtax",1,1,1 ], "to tax too heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtax",1,1,2 ], "to impose too great a strain on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,1,1 ], "force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,1,1 ], "to effect the downfall or destruction of (a ruler, institution, etc|), esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,2,1 ], "to throw or turn over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,2,2 ], "to throw (something, esp| a ball) too far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,3,1 ], "to make mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,4,1 ], "an act of overthrowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,4,2 ], "downfall; destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,4,2,1 ], "a ball thrown back too far by a fielder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrow",1,4,2,2 ], "a run scored because of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrust",1,1,1 ], "a reverse fault in which the rocks on the upper surface of a fault plane have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overthrust",1,1,1 ], "moved over the rocks on the lower surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overtime",1,1,1,1 ], "work at a regular job done in addition to regular working hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtime",1,1,2 ], "the rate of pay established for such work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtime",1,1,3 ], "time in excess of a set period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtime",1,1,4 ], "extra time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtime",1,2,1 ], "beyond the regular or stipulated time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtime",1,4,1 ], "to exceed the required time for (a photographic exposure, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtone",1,1,1 ], "additional meaning or nuance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtone",1,1,2 ], "any of the tones, with the exception of the fundamental, that constitute a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtone",1,1,2 ], "musical sound and contribute to its quality, each having a frequency that is a multiple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overtone",1,1,2 ], "of the fundamental frequency" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "overtop",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to exceed in height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtop",1,1,2 ], "to surpass; excel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtrade",1,1,1 ], "(of an enterprise) to trade in excess of capacity or working capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtrick",1,1,1 ], "a trick by which a player exceeds his contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overtrump",1,1,1 ], "to play a trump higher than (one previously played to the trick)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of orchestral music containing contrasting sections that is played at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,1 ], "the beginning of an opera or oratorio, often containing the main musical themes of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,1 ], "the work" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar piece preceding the performance of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,3 ], "concert overture| a one-movement orchestral piece, usually having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,3 ], "descriptive or evocative title" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,4 ], "a short piece in three movements (French overture or Italian overture) common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,1,4 ], "in the 17th and 18th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,2 ], "a proposal, act, or gesture initiating a relationship, negotiation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,1,3 ], "something that introduces what follows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,2,1 ], "to make or present an overture to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overture",1,2,2 ], "to introduce with an overture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overturn",1,1,1 ], "to turn or cause to turn from an upright or normal position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overturn",1,2,1 ], "to overthrow or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overturn",1,3,1 ], "the act of overturning or the state of being overturned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overview",1,1,1 ], "a general survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwatch",1,1,1 ], "to watch over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwatch",1,1,2 ], "to fatigue with long watching or lack of sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweening",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) excessively arrogant or presumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweening",1,1,2 ], "(of opinions, appetites, etc|) excessive; immoderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweigh",1,1,1 ], "to exceed in weight; overbalance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweigh",1,1,2 ], "to weigh down; oppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweight",1,1,1 ], "weighing more than is usual, allowed, or healthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweight",1,2,1 ], "extra or excess weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweight",1,2,2 ], "greater importance or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweight",1,4,1 ], "to give too much emphasis or consideration to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweight",1,4,2 ], "to add too much weight to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overweight",1,4,3 ], "to weigh down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwhelm",1,1,1 ], "to overpower the thoughts, emotions, or senses of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwhelm",1,1,2 ], "to overcome with irresistible force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwhelm",1,1,3 ], "to overcome, as with a profusion or concentration of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwhelm",1,1,4 ], "to cover over or bury completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwhelm",1,1,5 ], "to weigh or rest upon overpoweringly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwhelm",1,1,6 ], "to overturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwhelming",1,1,1 ], "overpowering in effect or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwind",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to wind (a watch, etc|) beyond the proper limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwinter",1,1,1 ], "to spend winter (in or at a particular place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overword",1,1,1 ], "a repeated word or phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwork",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to work or cause to work too hard or too long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwork",1,1,2 ], "to use too much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwork",1,1,3 ], "to decorate the surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwork",1,1,4 ], "to work up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwork",1,2,1 ], "excessive or excessively tiring work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwrite",1,1,1 ], "to write (something) in an excessively ornate or prolix style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwrite",1,1,2 ], "to write too much about (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwrite",1,1,3 ], "to write on top of (other writing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwrought",1,1,1 ], "full of nervous tension; agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwrought",1,1,2 ], "too elaborate; fussy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "overwrought",1,1,3 ], "with the surface decorated or adorned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovi-",1,1,1 ], "egg or ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oviduct",1,1,1 ], "the tube through which ova are conveyed from an ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oviferous",1,1,1 ], "carrying or producing eggs or ova" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oviform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like an egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oviparous",1,1,1 ], "(of fishes, reptiles, birds, etc|) producing eggs that hatch outside the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oviparous",1,1,1 ], "of the mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oviposit",1,1,1 ], "(of insects and fishes) to deposit eggs through an ovipositor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovipositor",1,1,1 ], "specialized appendages at the end of the abdomen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovipositor",1,1,1 ], "the egg-laying organ of most female insects, consisting of a pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovipositor",1,1,2 ], "a similar organ in certain female fishes, formed by an extension of the edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovipositor",1,1,2 ], "of the genital opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovisac",1,1,1 ], "a capsule or sac, such as an ootheca, in which egg cells are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovo-",1,1,1 ], "variant of ovi-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovoid",1,1,1 ], "egg-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovoid",1,1,2 ], "(of a fruit or similar part) egg-shaped with the broader end at the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovoid",1,2,1 ], "something that is ovoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovolo",1,1,1 ], "a convex moulding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovotestis",1,1,1 ], "the reproductive organ of snails, which produces both ova and spermatozoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovoviviparous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain reptiles, fishes, etc|) producing eggs that hatch within the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovoviviparous",1,1,1 ], "of the mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovulate",1,1,1 ], "to produce or discharge eggs from an ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovule",1,1,1 ], "a small body in seed-bearing plants that contains the egg cell and develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovule",1,1,1 ], "into the seed after fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ovule",1,1,2 ], "an immature ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ovum",1,1,1 ], "an unfertilized female gamete egg cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ow",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owe",1,1,1 ], "to be under an obligation to pay (someone) to the amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owe",1,2,1 ], "to be in debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owe",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to have as a result (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owe",1,2,3 ], "to feel the need or obligation to do, give, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owe",1,2,4 ], "to hold or maintain in the mind or heart (esp| in the phrase owe a grudge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owelty",1,1,1 ], "equality, esp| in financial transactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owing",1,1,1 ], "owed; due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owing",1,1,2 ], "owing to| because of or on account of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owl",1,1,1 ], "any nocturnal bird of prey of the order Strigiformes, having large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owl",1,1,1 ], "front-facing eyes, a small hooked bill, soft feathers, and a short neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "owl",1,1,2 ], "Chinese owl, and English owl)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "owl",1,1,2 ], "any of various breeds of owl-like fancy domestic pigeon (esp| the African owl," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owl",1,1,3 ], "a person who looks or behaves like an owl, esp| in having a solemn manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owlet",1,1,1 ], "a young or nestling owl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owlish",1,1,1 ], "like an owl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owlish",1,1,2 ], "solemn and wise in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"I'll use my own",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 2],"on behalf of oneself or in relation to oneself",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"to fulfil one's potential",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"to receive what is due to one",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 3],"come into one's own",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 4],"get one's own back| Informal| to have revenge",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 5],"hold one's own| to maintain one's situation or position, esp| in spite of",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 5],"opposition or difficulty",2). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"without help",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"by oneself; alone",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 1, 6],"on one's own",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 2, 1],"to have as one's possession",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 2, 2],"(when intr|, often foll| by up, to, or up to) to confess or admit;",1). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 2, 2],"acknowledge",2). c_DEF([ "own" ,1, 3, 1],"to concede",1). c_DEF([ "owner",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns; legal possessor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ownership",1,1,1 ], "the state or fact of being an owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ownership",1,1,2 ], "legal right of possession; proprietorship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "owt",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ox",1,1,1 ], "an adult castrated male of any domesticated species of cattle, esp| Bos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ox",1,1,1 ], "taurus, used for draught work and meat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ox",1,1,2 ], "any bovine mammal, esp| any of the domestic cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ox-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having large round eyes, like those of an ox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxa-",1,1,1 ], "a heterocyclic compound is derived from a specified compound by replacement of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxa-",1,1,1 ], "carbon atom with an oxygen atom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oxa-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains oxygen, used esp| to denote that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxalate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of oxalic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxalic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless poisonous crystalline dicarboxylic acid found in many plants:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxalic acid",1,1,1 ], "used as a bleach and a cleansing agent for metals| Formula: (COOH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxalis",1,1,1 ], "acid and white, pink, red, or yellow flowers: family Oxalidaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxalis",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Oxalis, having clover-like leaves which contain oxalic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxazine",1,1,1 ], "any of 13 heterocyclic compounds with the formula C4H5NO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxblood",1,1,1 ], "of a dark reddish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxbow",1,1,1 ], "a U-shaped piece of wood fitted under and around the neck of a harnessed ox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxbow",1,1,1 ], "and attached to the yoke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxbow",1,1,2 ], "a small curved lake lying on the flood plain of a river and constituting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxbow",1,1,2 ], "remnant of a former meander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxen",1,1,1 ], "the plural of ox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxeye",1,1,1 ], "any Eurasian plant of the genus Buphthalmum, having daisy-like flower heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxeye",1,1,1 ], "with yellow rays and dark centres: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxeye",1,1,2 ], "any of various North American plants of the related genus Heliopsis, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxeye",1,1,2 ], "daisy-like flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxeye",1,1,3 ], "oxeye daisy| another name for daisy ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxheart",1,1,1 ], "a variety of sweet cherry having large heart-shaped fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxhide",1,1,1 ], "leather made from the hide of an ox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidant",1,1,1 ], "a substance that acts or is used as an oxidizing agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidant",1,1,1 ], "rocketry): oxidizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxidase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that bring about biological oxidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidate",1,1,1 ], "another word for oxidize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidation",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or process of oxidizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidation",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidation-reduction",1,1,1,1 ], "a reversible chemical process usually involving the transfer of electrons, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidation-reduction",1,1,1,1 ], "which one reaction is an oxidation and the reverse reaction is a reduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxidation-reduction",1,1,1,2 ], "Also redox| an oxidation-reduction reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxide",1,1,1 ], "any compound of oxygen with another element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxide",1,1,2 ], "any organic compound in which an oxygen atom is bound to two alkyl or aryl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxide",1,1,2 ], "groups; an ether" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxidimetry",1,1,1 ], "a branch of volumetric analysis in which oxidizing agents are used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidimetry",1,1,1 ], "titrations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxidize",1,1,1 ], "formation of an oxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxidize",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a chemical reaction with oxygen, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidize",1,1,2 ], "to form or cause to form a layer of metal oxide, as in rusting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidize",1,1,3 ], "to lose or cause to lose hydrogen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidize",1,1,4 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a decrease in the number of electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidizer",1,1,1 ], "an oxidant, esp| a substance that combines with the fuel in a rocket engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidizing agent",1,1,1 ], "a substance that oxidizes another substance, being itself reduced in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxidizing agent",1,1,1 ], "process| Common oxidizing agents are oxygen, hydrogen peroxide, and ferric salts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxime",1,1,1 ], "(aldoxime): used in the chemical analysis of carbonyl compounds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oxime",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of compounds with the general formula RR''NOH, where R is an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxime",1,1,1 ], "organic group and R'' is either an organic group (ketoxime) or hydrogen atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxlip",1,1,1 ], "a primulaceous Eurasian woodland plant, Primula elatior, with small drooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxlip",1,1,1 ], "pale yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxlip",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant that is a natural hybrid between the cowslip and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxlip",1,1,2 ], "primrose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxo-",1,1,1 ], "a double bond, used esp| to denote that a compound is derived from a specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxo-",1,1,1 ], "compound by replacement of a methylene group with a carbonyl group" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oxo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains oxygen linked to another atom by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxonium compound",1,1,1 ], "adding a proton to the oxygen atom and thus producing a positive ion (oxonium ion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxonium compound",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of salts derived from certain organic ethers or alcohols by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxpecker",1,1,1 ], "either of two African starlings, Buphagus africanus or B| erythrorhynchus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxpecker",1,1,1 ], "having flattened bills with which they obtain food from the hides of cattle, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxtail",1,1,1 ], "the skinned tail of an ox, used esp| in soups and stews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxter",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect| the armpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxtongue",1,1,1 ], "any of various Eurasian plants of the genus Picris, having oblong bristly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxtongue",1,1,1 ], "leaves and clusters of dandelion-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxtongue",1,1,2 ], "alkanet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxtongue",1,1,2 ], "any of various other plants having bristly tongue-shaped leaves, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxtongue",1,1,3 ], "the tongue of an ox, braised or boiled as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxy-",1,1,1 ], "denoting something sharp; acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxy-",2,1,1 ], "containing or using oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxy-",2,1,2 ], "a former equivalent of hydroxy-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxyacetylene",1,1,1,1 ], "a mixture of oxygen and acetylene; used in a blowpipe for cutting or welding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxyacetylene",1,1,1,1 ], "metals at high temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxyacetylene",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxyacid",1,1,1 ], "any acid that contains oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxycephaly",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having a conical skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for oxyacid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen effect",1,1,1 ], "the increased sensitivity to radiation of living organisms, tissues, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen effect",1,1,1 ], "when they are exposed in the presence of oxygen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen mask",1,1,1 ], "a device, worn over the nose and mouth, to which oxygen is supplied from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen mask",1,1,1 ], "cylinder or other source: used to aid breathing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen tent",1,1,1 ], "a transparent enclosure covering a bedridden patient, into which oxygen is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen tent",1,1,1 ], "released to help maintain respiration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen",1,1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless highly reactive gaseous element: the most abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen",1,1,1,1 ], "and almost all combustion and is widely used in industry| Symbol: O; atomic no|: 8;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen",1,1,1,1 ], "atomic wt|: 15|9994; valency: 2; density: 1|429 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -218|4 degrees C;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen",1,1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: -182|96 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen",1,1,1,1 ], "element in the earth's crust (49|2 per cent)| It is essential for aerobic respiration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxygen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxygenate" ,1, 1, 1],"oxygenize, or oxygenisevb",1). c_DEF([ "oxygenate" ,1, 1, 2],"to enrich or be enriched with oxygen",1). c_DEF([ "oxyhaemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "haemoglobin in the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxyhaemoglobin",1,1,1 ], "the bright red product formed when oxygen from the lungs combines with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxyhydrogen",1,1,1,1 ], "a mixture of hydrogen and oxygen used to provide an intense flame for welding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxyhydrogen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxymoron",1,1,1 ], "an epigrammatic effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxysalt",1,1,1 ], "any salt of an oxyacid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxysulphide",1,1,1 ], "a compound containing an element combined with oxygen and sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxytetracycline",1,1,1 ], "a broad-spectrum antibiotic, obtained from the bacterium Streptomyces rimosus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxytetracycline",1,1,1 ], "used in treating various infections| Formula: C22H24N2O9" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxytocic",1,1,1 ], "accelerating childbirth by stimulating uterine contractions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxytocic",1,2,1 ], "an oxytocic drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxytocin",1,1,1 ], "a polypeptide hormone, secreted by the pituitary gland, that stimulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oxytocin",1,1,1 ], "contractions of the uterus or oviduct and ejection of milk in mammals; alpha-hypophame: used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oxytocin",1,1,1 ], "therapeutically for aiding childbirth| Formula: C43H66N12O12S2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "oxytone (in the classical Greek language)" ,1, 2, 1],"an oxytone word",1). c_DEF([ "oxytone" ,1, 1, 2],"(of a word) having an accent on the final syllable",1). c_DEF([ "oyer and terminer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a commission issued to judges to try cases on assize| It became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyer and terminer",1,1,1 ], "obsolete with the abolition of assizes and the setting up of crown courts in 1972" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oyer and terminer",1,1,2 ], "the court in which such hearing was held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyer and terminer",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) a court exercising higher criminal jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyer",1,1,1 ], "(in the 13th century) an assize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyer",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the reading out loud of a document in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyez",1,1,1 ], "a cry, usually uttered three times, by a public crier or court official for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyez",1,1,1 ], "silence and attention before making a proclamation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oyez",1,2,1 ], "such a cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster bed",1,1,1 ], "a place, esp| on the sea bed, where oysters breed and grow naturally or are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster bed",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for food or pearls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oyster crab",1,1,1 ], "any of several small soft-bodied crabs of the genus Pinnotheres, esp| P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster crab",1,1,1 ], "ostreum, that live as commensals in the mantles of oysters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oyster pink",1,1,1,1 ], "a delicate pinkish-white colour, sometimes with a greyish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster pink",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster plant",1,1,1 ], "another name for salsify ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster white",1,1,1,1 ], "a greyish-white colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster white",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,1,1 ], "any edible marine bivalve mollusc of the genus Ostrea, having a rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,1,1 ], "irregularly shaped shell and occurring on the sea bed, mostly in coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related molluscs, such as the pearl oyster and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,2 ], "saddle oyster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,3 ], "fowl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,3 ], "the oyster-shaped piece of dark meat in the hollow of the pelvic bone of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,4 ], "something from which advantage, delight, profit, etc|, may be derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,1,5 ], "a very uncommunicative person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oyster",1,2,1 ], "to dredge for, gather, or raise oysters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oystercatcher",1,1,1 ], "any shore bird of the genus Haematopus and family Haematopodidae, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oystercatcher",1,1,1 ], "black or black-and-white plumage and a long stout laterally compressed red bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "oysterman",1,1,1 ], "a person who gathers, cultivates, or sells oysters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oysterman",1,1,2 ], "a boat used in gathering oysters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "oz",1,1,1 ], "ounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozocerite",1,1,1 ], "a brown or greyish wax that occurs associated with petroleum and is used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozocerite",1,1,1 ], "making candles and waxed paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ozone",1,1,1 ], "a colourless gas with a chlorine-like odour, formed by an electric discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozone",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: -110|51" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ozone",1,1,1 ], "in oxygen: a strong oxidizing agent, used in bleaching, sterilizing water," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ozone",1,1,1 ], "purifying air, etc| Formula: O3; density: 2|14 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -192 degrees C;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ozone",1,1,2 ], "clean bracing air, as found at the seaside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozonide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of unstable explosive compounds produced by the addition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozonide",1,1,1 ], "ozone to a double bond in an organic compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ozoniferous",1,1,1 ], "containing ozone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozonize",1,1,1 ], "to convert (oxygen) into ozone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozonize",1,1,2 ], "to treat (a substance) with ozone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozonolysis",1,1,1 ], "the process of treating an organic compound with ozone to form an ozonide:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozonolysis",1,1,1 ], "used to locate double bonds in molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ozonosphere",1,1,1 ], "a region of ozone concentration in the stratosphere that absorbs high-energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ozonosphere",1,1,1 ], "solar ultraviolet rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ozs",1,1,1 ], "ounces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|",1,1,1 ], "octavo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|",1,1,2 ], "old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|",1,1,3 ], "only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|",1,1,4 ], "order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|",1,1,5 ], "pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|e|",1,1,1 ], "omissions excepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|g|",1,1,1 ], "own goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|h|v|",1,1,1 ], "overhead valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|n|o|(in advertisements)" ,1, 1, 1],"or near offer",1). c_DEF([ "o|p|",1,1,1 ], "out of print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|r|",1,1,1 ], "owner's risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|s|",1,1,1 ], "old series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|s|",1,1,2 ], "only son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|s|",1,1,3 ], "out of stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "o|s|",1,1,4 ], "outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p" ,1, 1, 1],"Ps",1). c_DEF([ "p" ,1, 1, 2],"the 16th letter and 12th consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "p" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a voiceless bilabial stop,",1). c_DEF([ "p" ,1, 1, 3],"as in pig",2). c_DEF([ "p" ,1, 1, 4],"mind one's p's and q's",1). c_DEF([ "p" ,1, 1, 5],"to be careful to use polite or suitable language",1). c_DEF([ "p",1,1,1 ], "an addition to a French surname to specify the father rather than the son of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p",1,1,1 ], "the same name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "p's and q's",1,1,1 ], "behaviour within social conventions; manners (esp| in the phrase to mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p's and q's",1,1,1 ], "one's p's and q's)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "p-n junction",1,1,1 ], "a boundary between a p-type and n-type semiconductor that functions as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p-n junction",1,1,1 ], "rectifier and is used in diodes and junction transistors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "p-type",1,1,1 ], "(of a semiconductor) having a density of mobile holes in excess of that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p-type",1,1,1 ], "conduction electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "p-type",1,1,2 ], "associated with or resulting from the movement of holes in a semiconductor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p/e ratio",1,1,1 ], "short for price/earnings ratio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pH",1,1,1 ], "equal to the common logarithm of the reciprocal of the concentration of hydrogen ions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pH",1,1,1 ], "have a pH less than 7, and alkaline solutions a pH greater than 7" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pH",1,1,1 ], "in moles per cubic decimetre of solution| Pure water has a pH of 7, acid solutions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pH",1,1,1 ], "potential of hydrogen; a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pa",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paal",1,1,1 ], "a stake driven into the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pabulum",1,1,1 ], "food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pabulum",1,1,2 ], "food for thought; mental nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paca",1,1,1 ], "America, having white-spotted brown fur and a large head: family Dasyproctidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paca",1,1,1 ], "a large burrowing hystricomorph rodent, Cuniculus paca, of Central and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,1,1 ], "a single step in walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,1,2 ], "the distance covered by a step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,10 ], "keep pace with| to proceed at the same speed as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,11 ], "at some other activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,11 ], "set the pace| to determine the rate at which a group runs or walks or proceeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,12 ], "stand or stay the pace| to keep up with the speed or rate of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,2 ], "a measure of length equal to the average length of a stride, approximately 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,2 ], "feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,3 ], "speed of movement, esp| of walking or running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,4 ], "rate or style of proceeding at some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,5 ], "manner or action of stepping, walking, etc|; gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,6 ], "any of the manners in which a horse or other quadruped walks or runs, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,6 ], "three principal paces being the walk, trot, and canter (or gallop)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,7 ], "a manner of moving, natural to the camel and sometimes developed in the horse," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,7 ], "in which the two legs on the same side of the body are moved and put down at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,7 ], "same time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,8 ], "a step or small raised platform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,1,9 ], "put (someone) through his paces| to test the ability of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,2,1 ], "to set or determine the pace for, as in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by about, up and down, etc|) to walk with regular slow or fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,2,2 ], "paces, as in boredom, agitation, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,3,1 ], "to measure by paces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,4,1 ], "to walk with slow regular strides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",1,5,1 ], "(of a horse) to move at the pace (the specially developed gait)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pace",2,1,1 ], "the speaker or writer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pace",2,1,1 ], "with due deference to: used to acknowledge politely someone who disagrees with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,1 ], "a person, horse, vehicle, etc|, used in a race or speed trial to set the pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,2 ], "a person, organization, etc|, regarded as being the leader in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,2 ], "field of activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,3 ], "a small area of specialized tissue within the wall of the right atrium of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,3 ], "heart whose spontaneous electrical activity initiates and controls the beat of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,3 ], "heart" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,4 ], "an electronic device for use in certain cases of heart disease to assume the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacemaker",1,1,4 ], "functions of the natural cardiac pacemaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pacer",1,1,1 ], "a horse trained to move at a special gait, esp| for racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacer",1,1,2 ], "another word for pacemaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacesetter",1,1,1 ], "another word for pacemaker 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paceway",1,1,1 ], "a racecourse for trotting and pacing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacha",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of pasha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pachalic",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of pashalik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pachisi",1,1,1 ], "an Indian game somewhat resembling backgammon, played on a cruciform board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pachisi",1,1,1 ], "using six cowries as dice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pachouli",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of patchouli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pachyderm",1,1,1 ], "any very large thick-skinned mammal, such as an elephant, rhinoceros, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pachyderm",1,1,1 ], "hippopotamus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pachytene",1,1,1 ], "shorter and thicker and divide into chromatids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pachytene",1,1,1 ], "the third stage of the prophase of meiosis during which the chromosomes become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacific",1,1,1 ], "tending or conducive to peace; conciliatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacific",1,1,2 ], "not aggressive; opposed to the use of force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacific",1,1,3 ], "free from conflict; peaceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacification",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or policy of pacifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacifier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that pacifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacifier",1,1,2 ], "a baby's dummy or teething ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacifism",1,1,1 ], "participate in war, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pacifism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that violence of any kind is unjustifiable and that one should not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacifism",1,1,2 ], "than war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pacifism",1,1,2 ], "the belief that international disputes can be settled by arbitration rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacifist",1,1,1 ], "a person who supports pacifism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacifist",1,1,2 ], "a person who refuses military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to calm the anger or agitation of; mollify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pacify",1,1,2 ], "to restore to peace or order, esp| by the threat or use of force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack drill",1,1,1 ], "a military punishment by which the offender is made to march about carrying a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack drill",1,1,1 ], "full pack of equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack ice",1,1,1 ], "a large area of floating ice, usually occurring in polar seas, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack ice",1,1,1 ], "separate pieces that have become massed together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack in",1,1,1 ], "to stop doing (something)(often in the phrase pack it in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack of lies",1,1,1 ], "a completely false story, account, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack rat",1,1,1 ], "any rat of the genus Neotoma, of W North America, having a long tail that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack rat",1,1,1 ], "furry in some species: family Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack up",1,1,1 ], "to put (things) away in a proper or suitable place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack up",1,1,2 ], "to give up (an attempt) or stop doing (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack up",1,2,1 ], "(of an engine, etc|) to fail to operate; break down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,1,1 ], "a bundle or load, esp| one carried on the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,10 ], "another name for rucksack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,11 ], "a roof support, esp| one made of rubble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,12 ], "short for face pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,13 ], "a parachute folded and ready for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,14 ], "go to the pack| Austral| informal| to fall into a lower state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,15 ], "another name for deck ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,2 ], "a collected amount of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,3 ], "a complete set of similar things, esp| a set of 52 playing cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,4 ], "a group of animals of the same kind, esp| hunting animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,5 ], "any group or band that associates together, esp| for criminal purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,6 ], "rucking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,6 ], "the forwards of a team or both teams collectively, as in a scrum or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,7 ], "the basic organizational unit of Cub Scouts and Brownies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,7,1 ], "a small package, carton, or container, used to retail commodities, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,7,1 ], "foodstuffs, cigarettes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,7,2 ], "pack-sealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,8 ], "short for pack ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,9 ], "the quantity of something, such as food, packaged for preservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,9,1 ], "a sheet or blanket, either damp or dry, for wrapping about the body, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,9,1 ], "its soothing effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,9,2 ], "a material such as cotton or gauze for temporarily filling a bodily cavity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,1,9,2 ], "esp| to control bleeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,10,1 ], "to be capable of inflicting (a blow, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,11,1 ], "to carry or wear habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,12,1 ], "to form a scrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,13,1 ], "to carry (goods, etc|), esp| on the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,13,2 ], "pack one's bags| Informal| to get ready to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,13,3 ], "send packing| Informal| to dismiss peremptorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,2,1 ], "suitcase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,2,1 ], "to place or arrange (articles) in (a container), such as clothes in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,3,1 ], "to roll up into a bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,3,2 ], "(when passive, often foll| by out) to press tightly together; cram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,3,3 ], "become compacted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,3,3 ], "to form (snow, ice, etc|) into a hard compact mass or (of snow, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,4,1 ], "to press in or cover tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,5,1 ], "to load (a horse, donkey, etc|) with a burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,5,2 ], "(often foll| by off or away) to send away or go away, esp| hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,6,1 ], "faces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,6,1 ], "to seal (a joint) by inserting a layer of compressible material between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,7,1 ], "to fill (a bearing or gland) with grease to lubricate it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,8,1 ], "between them, by introducing shims, washers, plates, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,8,1 ], "to separate (two adjoining components) so that they have a predetermined gap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",1,9,1 ], "to treat with a pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pack",2,1,1 ], "to fill (a legislative body, committee, etc|) with one's own supporters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package store",1,1,1 ], "a store where alcoholic drinks are sold for consumption elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package store",1,1,2 ], "Brit| equivalent: off-licence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,1 ], "any wrapped or boxed object or group of objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,1,1 ], "a proposition, offer, or thing for sale in which separate items are offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,1,1 ], "together as a single or inclusive unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,2 ], "a complete unit consisting of a number of component parts sold separately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of packing or packaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,4 ], "a set of programs designed for a specific type of problem in statistics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,4 ], "each problem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,4 ], "production control, etc|, making it unnecessary for a separate program to be written for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,1,5 ], "the usual U|S| word for packet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,2,1 ], "to wrap in or put into a package" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,2,2 ], "to design and produce a package for (retail goods)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "package",1,2,3 ], "to group (separate items) together as a single unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packaging",1,1,1 ], "the design and manufacture of packages for retail commodities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packaging",1,1,2 ], "material suitable for making packages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packer",1,1,1 ], "a person or company whose business is to pack goods, esp| food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packer",1,1,2 ], "a person or machine that packs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,1,1 ], "a small or medium-sized container of cardboard, paper, etc|, often together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,1,1 ], "with its contents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,1,2 ], "a small package; parcel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,1,3 ], "a boat that transports mail, passengers, goods, etc|, on a fixed short route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,1,4 ], "a large sum of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,1,5 ], "catch, cop, or get a packet| Brit| slang| to suffer an unpleasant experience," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,1,5 ], "injury, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "packet",1,2,1 ], "to wrap up in a packet or as a packet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packhorse",1,1,1 ], "a horse used to transport goods, equipment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing box",1,1,1 ], "another name for stuffing box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing fraction",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the stability of a nucleus, equal to the difference between its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing fraction",1,1,1 ], "mass in amu and its mass number, divided by the mass number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,1,1 ], "material used to cushion packed goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,2 ], "the packaging of foodstuffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,2,1 ], "the application of a medical pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,2,2 ], "gauze or other absorbent material for packing a wound, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,3 ], "cylinder of a letterpress machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,3 ], "sheets of material, esp| paper, used to cover the platen or impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,4 ], "a stuffing box" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "packing",1,1,4 ], "any substance or material used to make watertight or gastight joints, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packsack",1,1,1 ], "another word for knapsack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packsaddle",1,1,1 ], "a saddle hung with packs, equipment, etc|, used on a pack animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "packthread",1,1,1 ], "a strong twine for sewing or tying up packages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pact",1,1,1 ], "advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pact",1,1,1 ], "an agreement or compact between two or more parties, nations, etc|, for mutual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 10],"a bed or bedroom",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 11],"a path or track",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 1],"a thick piece of soft material used to make something comfortable, give it",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 1],"shape, or protect it",2). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 2],"a guard made of flexible resilient material worn in various sports to protect",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 2],"parts of the body",2). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 3],"a block of firm absorbent material soaked with ink for transferring to a",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 3],"rubber stamp",2). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 4],"a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"the fleshy cushion-like underpart of the foot of a cat, dog, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"any of the parts constituting such a structure",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 5],"a flat piece of stiff material used to back a piece of blotting paper",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 6],"any of various level surfaces or flat-topped structures, such as a launch pad",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 7],"a nontechnical name for ,pulvillus",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 8],"the large flat floating leaf of the waterlily",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 1, 9],"a person's residence",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 3, 1],"give shape to",2). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 3, 1],"to line, stuff, or fill out with soft material, esp| in order to protect or",1). c_DEF([ "pad" ,1, 3, 2],"(often foll| by out) to inflate with irrelevant or false information",1). c_DEF([ "pad",2,1,1 ], "to walk with a soft or muffled tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pad",2,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by around) to travel (a route, etc|) on foot, esp| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pad",2,1,2 ], "a slow pace; tramp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pad",2,2,1 ], "a dull soft sound, esp| of footsteps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pad",2,2,2 ], "short for footpad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pad",2,2,3 ], "a slow-paced horse; nag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pad",2,2,4 ], "a path, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padang",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a playing field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padauk",1,1,1 ], "Pterocarpus that have reddish wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "padauk",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical African or Asian papilionaceous trees of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padauk",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees, used in decorative cabinetwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padded cell",1,1,1 ], "a room, esp| one in a mental hospital, with padded surfaces in which violent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padded cell",1,1,1 ], "inmates are placed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "padding",1,1,1 ], "any soft material used to pad clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padding",1,1,2 ], "superfluous material put into a speech or written work to pad it out; waffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padding",1,1,3 ], "inflated or false entries in a financial account, esp| an expense account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle wheel",1,1,1 ], "a large wheel fitted with paddles, turned by an engine to propel a vessel on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle wheel",1,1,1 ], "the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,1 ], "a short light oar with a flat blade at one or both ends, used without a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,1 ], "rowlock to propel a canoe or small boat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,2 ], "a blade of a water wheel or paddle wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,3 ], "a period of paddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,3,1 ], "a paddle wheel used to propel a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,4 ], "the sliding panel in a lock or sluice gate that regulates the level or flow of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,4 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,5 ], "any of various instruments shaped like a paddle and used for beating, mixing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,5 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,6 ], "a table-tennis bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,7 ], "for swimming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,1,7 ], "the flattened limb of a seal, turtle, or similar aquatic animal, specialized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,2,1 ], "to propel (a canoe, etc|) with a paddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,2,2 ], "paddle one's own canoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,2,2,1 ], "to be self-sufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,2,2,2 ], "to mind one's own business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,3,1 ], "to convey by paddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,4,1 ], "to stir or mix with or as if with a paddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,4,2 ], "full pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,4,2 ], "to row (a boat) steadily, esp| (of a racing crew) to row firmly but not at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,5,1 ], "(of steamships) to be propelled by paddle wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,6,1 ], "to swim with short rapid strokes, like a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",1,6,2 ], "to spank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",2,1,1 ], "to walk or play barefoot in shallow water, mud, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",2,1,2 ], "to dabble the fingers, hands, or feet in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",2,1,3 ], "to walk unsteadily, like a baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",2,2,1 ], "to fondle with the fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddle",2,3,1 ], "the act of paddling in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddlefish",1,1,1 ], "a primitive bony fish, Polyodon spathula, of the Mississippi River, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddlefish",1,1,1 ], "long paddle-like projection to the snout: family Polyodontidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddlefish",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related Chinese fish, Psephurus gladius, of the Yangtze River" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddock",1,1,1 ], "a small enclosed field, usually near a house or stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddock",1,1,2 ], "(in horse racing) the enclosure in which horses are paraded and mounted before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddock",1,1,2 ], "a race, together with the accompanying rooms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paddock",1,1,3 ], "(in motor racing) an area near the pits where cars are worked on before races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddock",1,1,4 ], "any area of fenced land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddock",1,2,1 ], "to confine (horses, etc|) in a paddock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddock",2,1,1 ], "dialect| a frog or toad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddy wagon",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for patrol wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddy",1,1,1 ], "a field planted with rice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddy",1,1,2 ], "rice as a growing crop or when harvested but not yet milled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddy",2,1,1 ], "a fit of temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddywhack",1,1,1 ], "another word for paddy'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paddywhack",1,1,2 ], "a spanking or smack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pademelon",1,1,1 ], "Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pademelon",1,1,1 ], "a small wallaby of the genus Thylogale, of coastal scrubby regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padlock",1,1,1 ], "a detachable lock having a hinged or sliding shackle, which can be used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padlock",1,1,1 ], "secure a door, lid, etc|, by passing the shackle through rings or staples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "padlock",1,2,1 ], "to fasten with or as if with a padlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padouk",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of padauk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padre",1,1,1 ], "father: used to address or refer to a clergyman, esp| a priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padre",1,1,2 ], "a chaplain to the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padrone",1,1,1 ], "the owner or proprietor of an inn, esp| in Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padrone",1,1,2 ], "Italian immigrants in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "padrone",1,1,2 ], "an employer who completely controls his workers, esp| a man who exploits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "padsaw",1,1,1 ], "a small narrow saw used for cutting curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paduasoy",1,1,1 ], "a rich strong silk fabric used for hangings, vestments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paduasoy",1,1,2 ], "a garment made of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paean" ,1, 1, 1],"a hymn sung in ancient Greece in invocation of or thanksgiving to a deity",1). c_DEF([ "paean" ,1, 1, 2],"any song of praise",1). c_DEF([ "paean" ,1, 1, 3],"enthusiastic praise",1). c_DEF([ "paederast",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of pederast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paediatrician",1,1,1 ], "a medical practitioner who specializes in paediatrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paediatrics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with children and their diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paedo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a child or children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paedogenesis",1,1,1 ], "sexual reproduction in an animal that retains its larval features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paedology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the character, growth, and development of children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paedomorphosis",1,1,1 ], "australopithecines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paedomorphosis",1,1,1 ], "evolution of modern man, who shows resemblances to the young stages of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paedomorphosis",1,1,1 ], "the resemblance of adult animals to the young of their ancestors: seen in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paedophilia",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being sexually attracted to children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paella",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish dish made from rice, shellfish, chicken, and vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paella",1,1,2 ], "the large flat frying pan in which a paella is cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paeon",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot of four syllables, with one long one and three short ones in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paeon",1,1,1 ], "any order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paeony",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of peony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagan",1,1,1 ], "a member of a group professing a polytheistic religion or any religion other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagan",1,1,1 ], "than Christianity, Judaism, or Islam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pagan",1,1,2 ], "a person without any religion; heathen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagan",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to pagans or their faith or worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagan",1,2,2 ], "heathen; irreligious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paganize",1,1,1 ], "to become pagan, render pagan, or convert to paganism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",1,1,1 ], "one side of one of the leaves of a book, newspaper, letter, etc| or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",1,1,1 ], "written or printed matter it bears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "page",1,1,2 ], "such a leaf considered as a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",1,1,3 ], "an episode, phase, or period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",1,1,4 ], "the type as set up for printing a page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",1,2,1 ], "another word for paginate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,1,1 ], "a boy employed to run errands, carry messages, etc|, for the guests in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,1,1 ], "hotel, club, etc|, usually wearing a uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,1,2 ], "a youth in attendance at official functions or ceremonies, esp| weddings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,1,2,1 ], "a boy in training for knighthood in personal attendance on a knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,1,2,2 ], "a youth in the personal service of a person of rank, esp| in a royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,1,2,2 ], "household" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,1,3 ], "an attendant at Congress or other legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,2,1 ], "a message" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,2,1 ], "to call out the name of a person, esp| by a loudspeaker system, as to give him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "page",2,2,2 ], "to act as a page to or attend as a page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pageant",1,1,1 ], "an elaborate colourful parade or display portraying scenes from history, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pageant",1,1,1 ], "esp| one involving rich costume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pageant",1,1,2 ], "any magnificent or showy display, procession, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pageantry",1,1,1 ], "spectacular display or ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pageantry",1,1,2 ], "pageants collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pageboy",1,1,1 ], "a smooth medium-length hair style with the ends of the hair curled under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pageboy",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for page'2 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paginal",1,1,1 ], "page-for-page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paginal",1,1,2 ], "of, like, or consisting of pages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paginate",1,1,1 ], "to number the pages of (a book, manuscript, etc|) in sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagoda tree",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese leguminous tree, Sophora japonica, with ornamental white flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagoda tree",1,1,1 ], "dark green foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pagoda",1,1,1 ], "an Indian or Far Eastern temple, esp| a tower, usually pyramidal and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagoda",1,1,1 ], "many storeys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pagurian",1,1,1 ], "any decapod crustacean of the family Paguridae, which includes the hermit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pagurian",1,1,1 ], "crabs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pagurian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Paguridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pah",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of disgust, disbelief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paid",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of pay ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paid",1,1,2 ], "put paid to| Chiefly Brit| to end or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paigle",1,1,1 ], "another name for the cowslip and oxlip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pail",1,1,1 ], "a bucket, esp| one made of wood or metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pail",1,1,2 ], "the quantity that fills a pail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paillasse",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of palliasse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paillette",1,1,1 ], "a sequin or spangle sewn onto a costume, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paillette",1,1,2 ], "a small piece of metal or foil, used in enamelling for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pain",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pain",1,1,1 ], "the sensation of acute physical hurt or discomfort caused by injury, illness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pain",1,1,2 ], "emotional suffering or mental distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pain",1,1,3 ], "on pain of| subject to the penalty of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pain",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that is a nuisance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pain",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a person) hurt, grief, anxiety, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pain",1,2,2 ], "to annoy; irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pained",1,1,1 ], "having or expressing pain or distress, esp| mental or emotional distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painful",1,1,1 ], "causing pain; distressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painful",1,1,2 ], "affected with pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painful",1,1,3 ], "tedious or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painful",1,1,4 ], "extremely bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painkiller",1,1,1 ], "an analgesic drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painkiller",1,1,2 ], "anything that relieves pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painless",1,1,1 ], "not causing pain or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painless",1,1,2 ], "not affected by pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pains",1,1,1 ], "care, trouble, or effort (esp| in the phrases take pains, be at pains to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pains",1,1,2 ], "labour pains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painstaking",1,1,1 ], "extremely careful, esp| as to fine detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,1,1 ], "a substance used for decorating or protecting a surface, esp| a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a solid pigment suspended in a liquid, that when applied to a surface dries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,1,1 ], "to form a hard coating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,1,2 ], "a dry film of paint on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,1,3 ], "the solid pigment of a paint before it is suspended in liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,1,4 ], "face make-up, such as rouge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,1,5 ], "short for greasepaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,2,1 ], "surface such as canvas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,2,1 ], "to make (a picture) of (a figure, landscape, etc|) with paint applied to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,2,2 ], "to coat (a surface, etc|) with paint, as in decorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,3,1 ], "to apply (liquid, etc|) onto (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,4,1 ], "to apply make-up onto (the face, lips, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,5,1 ], "to describe vividly in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paint",1,5,2 ], "paint the town red| Informal| to celebrate uninhibitedly; go on a spree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paintbox",1,1,1 ], "a box containing a tray of dry watercolour paints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paintbrush",1,1,1 ], "a brush used to apply paint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painted lady",1,1,1 ], "a migratory nymphalid butterfly, Vanessa cardui, with pale brownish-red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painted lady",1,1,1 ], "mottled wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "painted woman",1,1,1 ], "a woman of low moral character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painter",1,1,1 ], "a person who paints surfaces as a trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painter",1,1,2 ], "an artist who paints pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painter",2,1,1 ], "a line attached to the bow of a boat for tying it up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painter's colic",1,1,1 ], "another name for lead colic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painterly",1,1,1 ], "having qualities peculiar to painting, esp| the depiction of shapes by means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painterly",1,1,1 ], "of solid masses of colour, rather than by lines, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "painterly",1,1,2 ], "of or characteristic of a painter; artistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painting",1,1,1 ], "other artistic composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "painting",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of applying paints to canvas, etc|, to make a picture or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painting",1,1,2 ], "a composition or picture made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "painting",1,1,3 ], "the act of applying paint to a surface with a brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pair production",1,1,1 ], "passes close to an atomic nucleus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pair production",1,1,1 ], "the production of an electron and a positron from a gamma-ray photon that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pair royal",1,1,1 ], "(in some card games) a set of three cards of the same denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 1],"1pair|",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 2],"two identical or similar things matched for use together",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 3],"two persons, animals, things, etc|, used or grouped together",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 4],"an object considered to be two identical or similar things joined together",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 5],"two people joined in love or marriage",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"specific period of time",2). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"two opposed members who both agree not to vote on a specified motion or for a",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"the agreement so made",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 6],"a male and a female animal of the same species, esp| such animals kept for",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 6],"breeding purposes",2). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 7],"two playing cards of the same rank or denomination",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 1, 8],"one member of a matching pair",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 2, 1],"(often foll| by off) to arrange or fall into groups of twos",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 2, 2],"to group or be grouped in matching pairs",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 2, 3],"to join or be joined in marriage; mate or couple",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 2, 4],"Parliamentary procedure",1). c_DEF([ "pair" ,1, 2, 5],"to form or cause to form a pair",1). c_DEF([ "pair-oar",1,1,1 ], "a racing shell in which two oarsmen sit one behind the other and pull one oar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pair-oar",1,1,1 ], "each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pairs",1,1,1 ], "another name for Pelmanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisa",1,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of India and Pakistan worth one hundredth of a rupee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisano",1,1,1 ], "(often a term of address)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisano",1,1,2 ], "a friend; pal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisano",1,1,3 ], "a fellow countryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisley",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of small curving shapes with intricate detailing, usually printed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisley",1,1,1 ], "bright colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paisley",1,1,2 ], "a soft fine wool fabric traditionally printed with this pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisley",1,1,3 ], "a garment made of this fabric, esp| a shawl popular in the late 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paisley",1,1,4 ], "of or decorated with this pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pajamas",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of pyjamas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pak-choi cabbage",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chinese cabbage ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pakeha",1,1,1 ], "a person who is not of Maori ancestry, esp| a White person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pal up",1,1,1 ], "(intr|, adv|; often foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pal up",1,1,2 ], "to become friends (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pal" ,1, 1, 1],"a close friend; comrade",1). c_DEF([ "pal" ,1, 1, 2],"an accomplice",1). c_DEF([ "pal" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by with or around) to associate as friends",1). c_DEF([ "palace revolution",1,1,1 ], "a coup d'etat made by those already in positions of power, usually with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palace revolution",1,1,1 ], "little violence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palace",1,1,1 ], "the official residence of a reigning monarch or member of a royal family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palace",1,1,2 ], "of the nobility, as of an archbishop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palace",1,1,2 ], "the official residence of various high-ranking church dignitaries or members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palace",1,1,3 ], "a large and richly furnished building resembling a royal palace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paladin",1,1,1 ], "one of the legendary twelve peers of Charlemagne's court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paladin",1,1,2 ], "a knightly champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeanthropic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting the earliest variety of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeethnology",1,1,1 ], "the study of prehistoric man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeo-",1,1,1 ], "before a vowel pal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeo-",1,2,1 ], "old, ancient, or prehistoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeoanthropology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of anthropology concerned with primitive man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeobotany",1,1,1 ], "the study of fossil plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeoclimatology",1,1,1 ], "the study of climates of the geological past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeoethnobotany",1,1,1 ], "of the domestication of cereals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palaeoethnobotany",1,1,1 ], "the study of fossil seeds and grains to further archaeological knowledge, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeography",1,1,1 ], "sources" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "palaeography",1,1,1 ], "the study of the handwritings of the past, and often the manuscripts, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeography",1,1,1 ], "well, so that they may be dated, read, etc|, and may serve as historical and literary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palaeography",1,1,2 ], "a handwriting of the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeolith",1,1,1 ], "a stone tool dating to the Palaeolithic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeomagnetism",1,1,1 ], "the earth's magnetic field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palaeomagnetism",1,1,1 ], "the study of magnetism in rocks, used to investigate the past configuration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeontography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of palaeontology concerned with the description of fossils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeontology",1,1,1 ], "animals and plants and the age and conditions of deposition of the rock strata in which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palaeontology",1,1,1 ], "the study of fossils to determine the structure and evolution of extinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeontology",1,1,1 ], "they are found" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "palaeontology",1,1,2 ], "another name for palaeozoology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeontol|",1,1,1 ], "palaeontology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaeozoology",1,1,1 ], "the study of fossil animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaestra",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece or Rome) a public place devoted to the training of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaestra",1,1,1 ], "athletes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palais glide",1,1,1 ], "a dance with high kicks and gliding steps in which performers link arms in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palais glide",1,1,1 ], "row" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palanquin",1,1,1 ], "a covered litter, formerly used in the Orient, carried on the shoulders of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palanquin",1,1,1 ], "four men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palatable",1,1,1 ], "pleasant or acceptable or satisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the palate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a speech sound articulated with the blade of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatal",1,1,2 ], "tongue touching the hard palate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palatal",1,2,1 ], "the bony plate that forms the palate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatal",1,2,2 ], "a palatal speech sound, such as the semivowel (j)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatalize",1,1,1 ], "palate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palatalize",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce (a speech sound) with the blade of the tongue touching the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palate",1,1,1 ], "the roof of the mouth, separating the oral and nasal cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palate",1,1,2 ], "the sense of taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palate",1,1,3 ], "relish or enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palate",1,1,4 ], "(in some two-lipped corollas) the projecting part of the lower lip that closes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palate",1,1,4 ], "the opening of the corolla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palatial",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or suitable for a palace; sumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatinate",1,1,1 ], "a territory ruled by a palatine prince or noble or count palatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,1,1 ], "(of an individual) possessing royal prerogatives in a territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,1,2 ], "of, belonging to, characteristic of, or relating to a count palatine, county" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,1,2 ], "palatine, palatinate, or palatine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a palace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,2,1 ], "the lord of a palatinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,2,2 ], "Carolingian courts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,2,2 ], "any of various important officials at the late Roman, Merovingian, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,2,3 ], "(in Colonial America) any of the proprietors of a palatine colony, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",1,2,3 ], "Carolina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the palate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palatine",2,2,1 ], "either of two bones forming the hard palate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,1,1 ], "tedious or time-consuming business, esp| when of a formal nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,1,2 ], "loud and confused talk and activity; hubbub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,1,3 ], "(often used humorously) a conference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,1,4 ], "talk intended to flatter or persuade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,1,4,1 ], "an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,1,4,2 ], "trouble arising from an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,2,1 ], "(often used humorously) to have a conference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,3,1 ], "to talk loudly and confusedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palaver",1,4,1 ], "to flatter or cajole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",1,1,1 ], "lacking brightness of colour; whitish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",1,1,2 ], "(of a colour) whitish; produced by a relatively small quantity of colouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",1,1,2 ], "agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pale",1,1,3 ], "dim or wan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",1,1,4 ], "feeble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",1,2,1 ], "to make or become pale or paler; blanch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",1,3,1 ], "to lose superiority or importance (in comparison to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,1,1 ], "a wooden post or strip used as an upright member in a fence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,1,2 ], "an enclosing barrier, esp| a fence made of pales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,1,3 ], "an area enclosed by a pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,1,4 ], "a sphere of activity within which certain restrictions, etc|, are applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,1,5 ], "an ordinary consisting of a vertical stripe, usually in the centre of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,1,5 ], "shield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,1,6 ], "beyond the pale| outside the limits of social convention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pale",2,2,1 ], "to enclose with pales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palea",1,1,1 ], "the scalelike membranous bract that partly encloses a grass flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palea",1,1,2 ], "any small membranous bract or scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paleface",1,1,1 ], "Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paleface",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory term for a White person, said to have been used by North American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paleo-",1,1,1 ], "variants (esp| U|S|) of palaeo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palestra",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of palaestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paletot",1,1,1 ], "a loose outer garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paletot",1,1,2 ], "a woman's fitted coat often worn over a crinoline or bustle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palette knife",1,1,1 ], "a round-ended spatula with a thin flexible blade used esp| by artists for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palette knife",1,1,1 ], "mixing, applying, and scraping off paint, esp| oil paint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palette",1,1,1 ], "a flat piece of wood, plastic, etc|, used by artists as a surface on which to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palette",1,1,1 ], "mix their paints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palette",1,1,2 ], "school of painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palette",1,1,2 ], "the range of colours characteristic of a particular artist, painting, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palette",1,1,3 ], "armour to protect the armpits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palette",1,1,3 ], "either of the plates of metal attached by a strap to the cuirass in a suit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palfrey",1,1,1 ], "a light saddle horse, esp| ridden by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palikar",1,1,1 ], "a Greek soldier in the war of independence against Turkey (1821-28)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palimpsest",1,1,1 ], "a manuscript on which two or more successive texts have been written, each one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palimpsest",1,1,1 ], "being erased to make room for the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palimpsest",1,2,1 ], "(of a text) written on a palimpsest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palimpsest",1,2,2 ], "(of a document, etc|) used as a palimpsest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palindrome",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase the letters of which, when taken in reverse order, give the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palindrome",1,1,1 ], "same word or phrase, such as able was I ere I saw Elba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paling",1,1,1 ], "a fence made of pales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paling",1,1,2 ], "pales collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paling",1,1,3 ], "a single pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paling",1,1,4 ], "the act of erecting pales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palingenesis",1,1,1 ], "spiritual rebirth through metempsychosis of Christian baptism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palingenesis",1,1,2 ], "another name for recapitulation ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palinode",1,1,1 ], "a poem in which the poet recants something he has said in a former poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palinode",1,1,2 ], "a recantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palisade",1,1,1 ], "a strong fence made of stakes driven into the ground, esp| for defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palisade",1,1,2 ], "one of the stakes used in such a fence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palisade",1,1,3 ], "a layer of elongated mesophyll cells containing many chloroplasts, situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palisade",1,1,3 ], "below the outer epidermis of a leaf blade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palisade",1,2,1 ], "to enclose with a palisade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palisades",1,1,1 ], "high cliffs in a line, often along a river, resembling a palisade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palish",1,1,1 ], "rather pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,1 ], "a cloth covering, usually black, spread over a coffin or tomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,2 ], "a coffin, esp| during the funeral ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,3 ], "a dark heavy covering; shroud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,4 ], "a depressing or oppressive atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,5 ], "an ordinary consisting of a Y-shaped bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,5,1 ], "a small square linen cloth with which the chalice is covered at the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,5,1 ], "b|an archaic word forpallium ,1,2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,1,6 ], "an obsolete word for cloak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",1,2,1 ], "to cover or depress with a pall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",2,1,1 ], "to become or appear boring, insipid, or tiresome (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall",2,1,2 ], "to cloy or satiate, or become cloyed or satiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall-mall",1,1,1 ], "a game in which a ball is driven by a mallet along an alley and through an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pall-mall",1,1,1 ], "iron ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pall-mall",1,1,2 ], "the alley itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palladic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing palladium in the trivalent or tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palladium",1,1,1 ], "3140 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "palladium",1,1,1 ], "a ductile malleable silvery-white element of the platinum metal group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palladium",1,1,1 ], "alloyed with gold, in jewellery, etc| Symbol: Pd; atomic no|: 46; atomic wt|: 106|4;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "palladium",1,1,1 ], "occurring principally in nickel-bearing ores: used as a hydrogenation catalyst and," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palladium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2, 3, or 4; relative density: 12|02; melting pt|: 1552 degrees C; boiling pt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "palladium",2,1,1 ], "something believed to ensure protection; safeguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palladous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing palladium in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallbearer",1,1,1 ], "a person who carries or escorts the coffin at a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet knife",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of palette knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",1,1,1 ], "a straw-filled mattress or bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",1,1,2 ], "any hard or makeshift bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,1 ], "an instrument with a handle and a flat, sometimes flexible, blade used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,1 ], "potters for shaping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,2 ], "a portable platform for storing and moving goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,3 ], "escape wheel to give impulses to the balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,3 ], "the locking lever that engages and disengages alternate end pawls with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,4 ], "a variant spelling of palette ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,5 ], "a flap valve of wood faced with leather that opens to admit air to the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallet",2,1,5 ], "chest of an organ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palliasse",1,1,1 ], "a straw-filled mattress; pallet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palliate",1,1,1 ], "alleviate; mitigate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palliate",1,1,1 ], "to lessen the severity of (pain, disease, etc|) without curing or removing;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palliate",1,1,2 ], "extenuate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palliate",1,1,2 ], "to cause (an offence, etc|) to seem less serious by concealing evidence, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palliative",1,1,1 ], "serving to palliate; relieving without curing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palliative",1,2,1 ], "something that palliates, such as a sedative drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallid",1,1,1 ], "lacking colour, brightness, or vigour; wan or vapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallium",1,1,1 ], "a garment worn by men in ancient Greece or Rome, made by draping a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallium",1,1,1 ], "rectangular cloth about the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pallium",1,1,2 ], "a woollen vestment consisting of a band encircling the shoulders with two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallium",1,1,2 ], "lappets hanging from it front and back: worn by the pope, all archbishops, and (as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pallium",1,1,2 ], "mark of special honour) some bishops" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pallium",1,1,3 ], "the cerebral cortex and contiguous white matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallium",1,1,4 ], "another name for mantle ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pallor",1,1,1 ], "a pale condition, esp| when unnatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pally",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pally",1,1,2 ], "on friendly or familiar terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm civet",1,1,1 ], "Paradoxurus, Hemigalus, etc|, of Africa and S and SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palm civet",1,1,1 ], "any of various small civet-like arboreal viverrine mammals of the genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm off",1,1,1 ], "to offer, sell or spend fraudulently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm off",1,1,2 ], "to divert in order to be rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm oil",1,1,1 ], "a yellow butter-like oil obtained from the fruit of the oil palm, used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm oil",1,1,1 ], "edible fat and in soap, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palm sugar",1,1,1 ], "sugar obtained from the sap of certain species of palm trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm vaulting",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for fan vaulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm wine",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in W Africa) the sap drawn from the palm tree, esp| when allowed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm wine",1,1,1 ], "ferment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,1 ], "the inner part of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,2 ], "a corresponding part in animals, esp| apes and monkeys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,3 ], "a linear measure based on the breadth or length of a hand, equal to three to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,3 ], "four inches (7|5 to 10 centimetres) or seven to ten inches (17|5 to 25 centimetres)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,3 ], "respectively" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,4 ], "the part of a glove that covers the palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,5 ], "a hard leather shield worn by sailmakers to protect the palm of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,5,1 ], "boat's movement during a stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,5,1 ], "the side of the blade of an oar that faces away from the direction of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,5,2 ], "the face of the fluke of an anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,6 ], "a flattened or expanded part of the antlers of certain deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,1,7 ], "in the palm of one's hand| at one's mercy or command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,2,1 ], "to conceal in or about the hand, as in sleight-of-hand tricks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",1,2,2 ], "to touch or soothe with the palm of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",2,1,1 ], "Palmaceae (or Palmae), having a straight unbranched trunk crowned with large pinnate or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palm",2,1,1 ], "any treelike plant of the tropical and subtropical monocotyledonous family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",2,1,1 ], "palmate leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "palm",2,1,2 ], "a leaf or branch of any of these trees, a symbol of victory, success, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",2,1,3 ], "merit or victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",2,1,4 ], "an emblem or insignia representing a leaf or branch worn on certain military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palm",2,1,4 ], "decorations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palm-oil chop",1,1,1 ], "a W African dish made with meat and palm oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the palm family, Palmaceae (or Palmae)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the palm of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmary",1,1,1 ], "worthy of praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like an open hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmate",1,1,2 ], "having five lobes or segments that spread out from a common point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmate",1,1,3 ], "(of the feet of most water birds) having three toes connected by a web" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmation",1,1,1 ], "the state of being palmate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmation",1,1,2 ], "a projection or division of a palmate structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmer",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) a pilgrim bearing a palm branch as a sign of his visit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmer",1,1,1 ], "the Holy Land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palmer",1,1,2 ], "an itinerant monk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmer",1,1,3 ], "any pilgrim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmette",1,1,1 ], "an ornament or design resembling the palm leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmetto",1,1,1 ], "any of several small chiefly tropical fan palms, esp| any of the genus Sabal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmetto",1,1,1 ], "of the southeastern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palmetto",1,1,2 ], "and Chamaerops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palmetto",1,1,2 ], "any of various other fan palms such as palms of the genera Serenoa, Thrinax," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmistry",1,1,1 ], "configuration of lines, marks, and bumps on a person's hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palmistry",1,1,1 ], "the process or art of interpreting character, telling fortunes, etc|, by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmitate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of palmitic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmitic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline solid that is a saturated fatty acid: used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmitic acid",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of soap and candles| Formula: CH3(CH\2)4COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palmitin",1,1,1 ], "fats| Formula: (C\1\5H\1\3COO)3C3H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palmitin",1,1,1 ], "the colourless glyceride of palmitic acid, occurring in many natural oils and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmy",1,1,1 ], "palmier, palmiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmy",1,1,2 ], "prosperous, flourishing, or luxurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmy",1,1,3 ], "covered with, relating to, or resembling palms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmyra",1,1,1 ], "a tall tropical Asian palm, Borassus flabellifer with large fan-shaped leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palmyra",1,1,1 ], "used for thatching and weaving and edible seedlings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palolo worm",1,1,1 ], "any of several polychaete worms of the family Eunicidae, esp| Eunice viridis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palolo worm",1,1,1 ], "of the S Pacific Ocean: reproductive segments are shed from the posterior end of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palolo worm",1,1,1 ], "the body when breeding" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "palomino",1,1,1 ], "a golden horse with a cream or white mane and tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palooka",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or clumsy boxer or other person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palp",1,1,1 ], "crustaceans and insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palp",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of sensory appendages that arise from the mouthparts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palp",1,1,2 ], "certain annelids and molluscs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palp",1,1,2 ], "either of a pair of tactile organs arising from the head or anterior end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpable",1,1,1 ], "easily perceived by the senses or the mind; obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being touched; tangible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpable",1,1,3 ], "capable of being discerned by the sense of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpate",1,1,1 ], "to examine (an area of the body) by the sense of touch and pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpate",2,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or possessing a palp or palps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpebral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the eyelid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpebrate",1,1,1 ], "having eyelids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpebrate",1,2,1 ], "to wink or blink, esp| repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpitate",1,1,1 ], "(of the heart) to beat with abnormal rapidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palpitate",1,1,2 ], "to flutter or tremble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palsgrave",1,1,1 ], "a German count palatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palstave",1,1,1 ], "a kind of celt, usually of bronze, made to fit into a split wooden handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palstave",1,1,1 ], "rather than having a socket for the handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "palsy" ,1, 1, 1],"paralysis, esp| of a specified type",1). c_DEF([ "palsy" ,1, 3, 1],"to paralyse",1). c_DEF([ "palter",1,1,1 ], "to act or talk insincerely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palter",1,1,2 ], "to haggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paltry",1,1,1 ], "trier, triest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paltry",1,1,2 ], "insignificant; meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paltry",1,1,3 ], "worthless or petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paludal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or produced by marshes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paludal",1,1,2 ], "malarial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paludism",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for malaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paly",1,1,1 ], "vertically striped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "palynology",1,1,1 ], "the study of living and fossil pollen grains and plant spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pampas grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various large grasses of the South American genus Cortaderia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pampas grass",1,1,1 ], "branches" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pampas grass",1,1,1 ], "related genera, widely cultivated for their large feathery silver-coloured flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pampas",1,1,1,1 ], "the extensive grassy plains of temperate South America, esp| in Argentina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pampas",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pamper",1,1,1 ], "to treat with affectionate and usually excessive indulgence; coddle; spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pamper",1,1,2 ], "to feed to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pampero",1,1,1 ], "a dry cold wind in South America blowing across the pampas from the south or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pampero",1,1,1 ], "southwest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pamphlet",1,1,1 ], "a brief publication generally having a paper cover; booklet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pamphlet",1,1,2 ], "a brief treatise, often on a subject of current interest, published in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pamphlet",1,1,2 ], "pamphlet form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pamphleteer",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes or issues pamphlets, esp| of a controversial nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pamphleteer",1,2,1 ], "to write or issue pamphlets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pamphrey",1,1,1 ], "a cabbage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pam|",1,1,1 ], "pamphlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan out",1,1,1 ], "to work out; turn out; result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a wide metal vessel used in cooking",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"saucepan",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 10],"a slang word for ,face",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 11],"a small cavity containing priming powder in the locks of old guns",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 12],"a hard substratum of soil",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 2],"the amount such a vessel will hold",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 3],"any of various similar vessels used in industry, etc|, as for boiling liquids",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 4],"a dish used by prospectors, esp| gold prospectors, for separating a valuable",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 4],"mineral from the gravel or earth containing it by washing and agitating",2). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 5],"either of the two dishlike receptacles on a balance",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"a natural or artificial depression in the ground where salt can be obtained by",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"the evaporation of brine",2). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"a natural depression containing water or mud",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 6],"the bowl of a lavatory",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 7],"the indented top from an oil drum used as an instrument in a steel band",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 1, 9],"a small ice floe",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 2, 1],"(when tr|, often foll| by off or out) to wash (gravel) in a pan to separate",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 2, 1],"particles of (valuable minerals) from it",2). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 2, 3],"often foll| by out) (of gravel, etc|) to yield valuable minerals by this",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 2, 3],"process",2). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "pan" ,1, 2, 5],"to criticize harshly",1). c_DEF([ "pan",1,1,1 ], "(of fish, meat, etc|) dipped or rolled in breadcrumbs before cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan",2,1,1 ], "the leaf of the betel tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan",2,1,2 ], "a preparation of this leaf which is chewed, together with betel nuts and lime," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan",2,1,2 ], "in India and the East Indies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pan",3,1,1 ], "moving object or obtain a panoramic effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pan",3,1,1 ], "to move (a film camera) or (of a film camera) to be moved so as to follow a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan",3,2,1,1 ], "the act of panning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan",3,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan-",1,1,1 ], "all or every" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan-",1,1,2 ], "including or relating to all parts or members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan-loaf",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pan-loaf",1,2,1 ], "a loaf of bread with a light crust all the way round| Often shortened to pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panacea",1,1,1 ], "a remedy for all diseases or ills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panache",1,1,1 ], "a dashing manner; style; swagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panache",1,1,2 ], "a feathered plume on a helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panada",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of flour, water, etc|, or of breadcrumbs soaked in milk, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panada",1,1,1 ], "thickening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panatella",1,1,1 ], "a long slender cigar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancake ice",1,1,1 ], "thin slabs of newly formed ice in polar seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,1,1,1 ], "a thin flat cake, often rolled and filled, made from batter and fried on both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,1,1,1 ], "sides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,1,2 ], "a stick or flat cake of compressed make-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,1,3 ], "an aircraft landing made by levelling out a few feet from the ground and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,1,3 ], "dropping onto it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,2,1 ], "pancake landing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pancake",1,2,1 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to make a pancake landing or (of an aircraft) to make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panchax",1,1,1 ], "any of several brightly coloured tropical Asian cyprinodont fishes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panchax",1,1,1 ], "genus Aplocheilus, such as A| panchax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panchromatic",1,1,1 ], "(of an emulsion or film) made sensitive to all colours by the addition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panchromatic",1,1,1 ], "suitable dyes to the emulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pancosmism",1,1,1 ], "the philosophical doctrine that the material universe is all that exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancratium",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a wrestling and boxing contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancreas",1,1,1 ], "a large elongated glandular organ, situated behind the stomach, that secretes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancreas",1,1,1 ], "insulin and pancreatic juice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pancreatic juice",1,1,1 ], "duodenum and contains several digestive enzymes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pancreatic juice",1,1,1 ], "the clear alkaline secretion of the pancreas that is released into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pancreatin",1,1,1 ], "in medicine as an aid to the digestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pancreatin",1,1,1 ], "the powdered extract of the pancreas of certain animals, such as the pig, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panda car",1,1,1 ], "a police patrol car, esp| a blue and white one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panda",1,1,1 ], "a large black-and-white herbivorous bearlike mammal, Ailuropoda melanoleuca," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panda",1,1,1 ], "related to the raccoons and inhabiting the bamboo forests of China: family Procyonidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panda",1,1,2 ], "Ailurus fulgens, of the mountain forests of S Asia, having a reddish-brown coat and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panda",1,1,2 ], "lesser or red panda| a closely related smaller animal resembling a raccoon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panda",1,1,2 ], "ringed tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pandanaceous",1,1,1 ], "of monocotyledonous plants including the screw pines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pandanaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Pandanaceae, an Old World tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandanus",1,1,1 ], "any of various Old World tropical palmlike plants of the genus Pandanus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandanus",1,1,1 ], "family Pandanaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pandanus",1,1,1 ], "having leaves and roots yielding a fibre used for making mats, etc|, and prop roots:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pandect",1,1,1 ], "a treatise covering all aspects of a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandect",1,1,2 ], "the complete body of laws of a country; legal code" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandemic",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease) affecting persons over a wide geographical area; extensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandemic",1,1,1 ], "epidemic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pandemic",1,1,2 ], "widespread; general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandemic",1,2,1 ], "a pandemic disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandemonium",1,1,1 ], "wild confusion; uproar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandemonium",1,1,2 ], "a place of uproar and chaos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pander" ,1, 1, 1],"to give gratification (to weaknesses or desires)",1). c_DEF([ "pander" ,1, 1, 2],"to act as a go-between in a sexual intrigue (for)",1). c_DEF([ "pander" ,1, 2, 2],"a person who caters for vulgar desires, esp| in order to make money",1). c_DEF([ "pander" ,1, 2, 3],"a person who procures a sexual partner for another; pimp",1). c_DEF([ "pandit",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of pundit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandore",1,1,1 ], "another word for bandore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandour",1,1,1 ], "brutality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pandour",1,1,1 ], "one of an 18th-century force of Croatian soldiers renowned for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandowdy",1,1,1 ], "a deep-dish pie made from fruit, esp| apples, with a cake topping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandurate",1,1,1 ], "(of plant leaves) shaped like the body of a fiddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pandy" ,1, 1, 1],"(in schools) a stroke on the hand with a strap, etc|, as a punishment",1). c_DEF([ "pandy" ,1, 2, 1],"to punish with such strokes",1). c_DEF([ "pandybat",1,1,1 ], "(in boys'' schools) a leather strap used in pandying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pane",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of glass in a window or door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pane",1,1,2 ], "a panel of a window, door, wall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pane",1,1,3 ], "a flat section or face, as of a cut diamond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pane",1,1,3,1 ], "any rectangular marked divisions of a sheet of stamps made for convenience in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pane",1,1,3,1 ], "selling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pane",1,1,3,2 ], "a single page in a stamp booklet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pane",2,1,1 ], "a variant of peen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panegyric",1,1,1 ], "a formal public commendation; eulogy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panegyrize",1,1,1 ], "to make a eulogy or eulogies (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel beater",1,1,1 ], "a person who beats out the bodywork of motor vehicles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel heating",1,1,1 ], "a system of space heating with panels that contain heating pipes or electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel heating",1,1,1 ], "conductors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panel pin",1,1,1 ], "a light slender nail with a narrow head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel saw",1,1,1 ], "a saw with a long narrow blade for cutting thin wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel truck",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for delivery van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel van",1,1,1 ], "a small van, esp| one having windows and seats in the rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,1 ], "a flat section of a wall, door, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,2 ], "any distinct section or component of something, esp| of a car body, the spine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,2 ], "of a book, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,3 ], "a piece of material inserted in a skirt, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,3,1 ], "a group of persons selected to act as a team in a quiz, to judge a contest, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,3,1 ], "discuss a topic before an audience, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,4 ], "a public discussion by such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,4,1 ], "a list of persons summoned for jury service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,4,2 ], "the persons on a specific jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,5 ], "a person indicated or accused of crime after appearing in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,5,1 ], "a thin board used as a surface or backing for an oil painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,5,2 ], "a painting done on such a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,6 ], "any picture with a length much greater than its breadth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,7 ], "(formerly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,7,1 ], "a list of patients insured under the National Health Insurance Scheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,7,2 ], "a list of medical practitioners within a given area available for consultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,7,2 ], "by these patients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,8 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,1,8 ], "on the panel| Brit| informal| receiving sickness benefit, esp| from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,3,1 ], "to furnish or decorate with panels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,3,2 ], "to divide into panels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,3,2,1 ], "to empanel (a jury)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panel",1,3,2,2 ], "(in Scotland) to bring (a person) to trial; indict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panelling",1,1,1 ], "panels collectively, as on a wall or ceiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panelling",1,1,2 ], "material used for making panels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panellist",1,1,1 ], "a member of a panel, esp| on a radio or television programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panettone",1,1,1 ], "Christmas in Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panettone",1,1,1 ], "a kind of Italian spiced brioche containing sultanas: traditionally eaten at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pang",1,1,1 ], "a sudden brief sharp feeling, as of loneliness, physical pain, or hunger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panga",1,1,1 ], "a broad heavy knife of E Africa, used as a tool or weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pangenesis",1,1,1 ], "a former theory of heredity, that each body cell produces hereditary particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pangenesis",1,1,1 ], "that circulate in the blood before collecting in the reproductive cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pangolin",1,1,1 ], "any mammal of the order Pholidota tropical Africa, S Asia, and Indonesia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pangolin",1,1,1 ], "feeding on ants and termites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pangolin",1,1,1 ], "having a body covered with overlapping horny scales and a long snout specialized for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panhandle",1,1,1 ], "a narrow strip of land that projects from one state into another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panhandle",1,1,2 ], "(in a South African city) a plot of land without street frontage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panhandle",2,1,1 ], "to accost and beg from (passers-by), esp| on the street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panic grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses of the genus Panicum, such as millet, grown in warm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panic grass",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions for fodder and grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panic" ,1, 1, 1],"a sudden overwhelming feeling of terror or anxiety, esp| one affecting a whole",1). c_DEF([ "panic" ,1, 1, 1],"group of people",2). c_DEF([ "panic" ,1, 1, 2],"of or resulting from such terror",1). c_DEF([ "panic" ,1, 2, 1],"to feel or cause to feel panic",1). c_DEF([ "panic-stricken",1,1,1 ], "affected by panic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panicle",1,1,1 ], "a compound raceme, as in the oat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panicmonger",1,1,1 ], "a person who spreads panic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paniculate",1,1,1 ], "growing or arranged in panicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panjandrum",1,1,1 ], "a pompous self-important man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panmixia",1,1,1 ], "(in population genetics) random mating within an interbreeding population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannage",1,1,1 ], "pasturage for pigs, esp| in a forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannage",1,1,2 ], "the right to pasture pigs in a forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannage",1,1,3 ], "payment for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannage",1,1,4 ], "acorns, beech mast, etc|, on which pigs feed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panne",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight velvet fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannier",1,1,1 ], "a large basket, esp| one of a pair slung over a beast of burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannier",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pannier",1,1,2 ], "one of a pair of bags slung either side of the back wheel of a motor cycle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannier",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the 18th century)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannier",1,1,3,1 ], "a hooped framework to distend a woman's skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannier",1,1,3,2 ], "one of two puffed out loops of material worn drawn back onto the hips to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannier",1,1,3,2 ], "reveal the underskirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pannikin boss",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of a few fellow-workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pannikin",1,1,1 ], "a small metal cup or pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panocha",1,1,1 ], "a coarse grade of sugar made in Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panocha",1,1,2 ], "a sweet made from brown sugar and milk, often with chopped nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panoply",1,1,1 ], "a complete or magnificent array" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panoply",1,1,2 ], "the entire equipment of a warrior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panoptic",1,1,1 ], "taking in all parts, aspects, etc|, in a single view; all-embracing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panorama",1,1,1 ], "an extensive unbroken view, as of a landscape, in all directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panorama",1,1,2 ], "a wide or comprehensive survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panorama",1,1,3 ], "a large extended picture or series of pictures of a scene, unrolled before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panorama",1,1,3 ], "spectators a part at a time so as to appear continuous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panorama",1,1,4 ], "another name for cyclorama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panoramic sight",1,1,1 ], "a type of artillery sight with a large field of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panpipes",1,1,1 ], "a number of reeds or whistles of graduated lengths bound together to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panpipes",1,1,1 ], "musical wind instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pansophy",1,1,1 ], "universal knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pansy",1,1,1 ], "any violaceous garden plant that is a variety of Viola tricolor, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pansy",1,1,1 ], "flowers with rounded velvety petals, white, yellow, or purple in colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pansy",1,1,2 ], "an effeminate or homosexual man or boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pansy",1,1,2,1 ], "a strong violet colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pansy",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pant",1,1,1 ], "excitement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pant",1,1,1 ], "to breathe with noisy deep gasps, as when out of breath from exertion or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pant",1,1,2 ], "to say (something) while breathing thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pant",1,2,1 ], "to have a frantic desire (for); yearn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pant",1,3,1 ], "to pulsate; throb rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pant",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of panting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pant",1,4,2 ], "a short deep gasping noise; puff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantalets",1,1,1 ], "during the early and mid-19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantalets",1,1,1 ], "long drawers, usually trimmed with ruffles, extending below the skirts: worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantalets",1,1,2 ], "a pair of ruffles for the ends of such drawers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantaloon",1,1,1 ], "(in pantomime) an absurd old man, the butt of the clown's tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantaloon",1,1,2 ], "(in commedia dell''arte) a lecherous old merchant dressed in pantaloons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantaloons",1,1,1 ], "men's tight-fitting trousers: worn in the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantaloons",1,1,2 ], "any trousers, esp| baggy ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantechnicon",1,1,1 ], "a large van, esp| one used for furniture removals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantechnicon",1,1,2 ], "a warehouse where furniture is stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantheism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that God is the transcendent reality of which man, nature, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantheism",1,1,1 ], "the material universe are manifestations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantheism",1,1,2 ], "any doctrine that regards God as identical with the material universe or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantheism",1,1,2 ], "forces of nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantheism",1,1,3 ], "readiness to worship all or a large number of gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantheon",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in ancient Greece or Rome) a temple to all the gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantheon",1,1,2 ], "all the gods collectively of a religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantheon",1,1,3 ], "a monument or building commemorating a nation's dead heroes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panther",1,1,1 ], "another name for leopard ,1,1, esp| the black variety (black panther)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panther",1,1,2 ], "any of various related animals, esp| the puma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panties",1,1,1 ], "a pair of women's or children's underpants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantihose",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for tights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantile",1,1,1 ], "a roofing tile, with an S-shaped cross section, laid so that the downward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantile",1,1,1 ], "curve of one tile overlaps the upward curve of the adjoining tile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantile",1,1,2 ], "a tapering roofing tile with a semicircular cross section, laid alternately so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantile",1,1,2 ], "that the convex side of one tile overlaps the concave side of adjoining tiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantisocracy",1,1,1 ], "a community, social group, etc|, in which all have rule and everyone is equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panto",1,1,1 ], "short for pantomime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panto-or pant-",1,1,1 ], "all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantofle",1,1,1 ], "a kind of slipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument consisting of pivoted levers for copying drawings, maps, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantograph",1,1,1 ], "to any desired scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantograph",1,1,2 ], "a sliding type of current collector, esp| a diamond-shaped frame mounted on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantograph",1,1,2 ], "train roof in contact with an overhead wire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,1,1 ], "a kind of play performed at Christmas time characterized by farce, music," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,1,1 ], "lavish sets, stock roles, and topical jokes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,2 ], "a theatrical entertainment in which words are replaced by gestures and bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,2 ], "actions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,3 ], "action without words as a means of expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,4 ], "(in ancient Rome) an actor in a dumbshow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,1,5 ], "a confused or farcical situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantomime",1,2,1 ], "another word for mime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantothenic acid",1,1,1 ], "an oily acid that is a vitamin of the B complex: occurs widely in animal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantothenic acid",1,1,1 ], "vegetable foods and is essential for cell growth| Formula: C19H17NO5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantoum",1,1,1 ], "a verse form consisting of a series of quatrains in which the second and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantoum",1,1,1 ], "fourth lines of each verse are repeated as the first and third lines of the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pantry",1,1,1 ], "a small room or cupboard in which provisions, cooking utensils, etc|, are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantry",1,1,1 ], "kept; larder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pants",1,1,1 ], "an undergarment covering from the waist to the thighs or knees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pants",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| name for trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pants",1,1,3 ], "bore, scare, etc|, the pants off| Informal| to bore, scare, etc|, extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantsuit",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for trouser suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panty girdle",1,1,1 ], "a foundation garment with a crotch, often of lighter material than a girdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pantywaist",1,1,1 ], "a man or boy considered as childish, lacking in courage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panzer",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panzer",1,1,2 ], "employed by the German army in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "panzer",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the fast mechanized armoured units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panzer",1,1,3 ], "a vehicle belonging to a panzer unit, esp| a tank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "panzer",1,1,4 ], "armoured troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pap",1,1,1 ], "any soft or semiliquid food, such as bread softened with milk, esp| for babies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pap",1,1,1 ], "or invalids; mash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pap",1,1,2 ], "worthless or oversimplified ideas, etc|; drivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pap",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pap",2,1,2 ], "a nipple or teat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pap",2,1,2,1 ], "rounded hilltops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pap",2,1,2,1 ], "something resembling a breast or nipple, such as (formerly) one of a pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pap",2,1,2,2 ], "the Pap of Glencoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papa",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papa",2,1,1 ], "another name for the pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papacy",1,1,1 ], "the office or term of office of a pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papacy",1,1,2 ], "head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papacy",1,1,2 ], "the system of government in the Roman Catholic Church in which the pope is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papain",1,1,1 ], "a proteolytic enzyme occurring in the unripe fruit of the papaya tree, Carica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papain",1,1,1 ], "papaya: used as a meat tenderizer and in medicine as an aid to protein digestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papal cross",1,1,1 ], "a cross with three crosspieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the pope or the papacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papaveraceous",1,1,1 ], "includes the poppies and greater celandine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "papaveraceous",1,1,1 ], "large showy flowers and a cylindrical seed capsule with pores beneath the lid:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papaveraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Papaveraceae, a family of plants having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papaverine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline almost insoluble alkaloid found in opium and used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papaverine",1,1,1 ], "antispasmodic to treat coronary spasms and certain types of colic| Formula: C20H21NO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papaw",1,1,1,1 ], "a bush or small tree, Asimina triloba, of central North America, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papaw",1,1,1,1 ], "fleshy edible fruit: family Annonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papaw",1,1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papaw",1,1,2 ], "another name for papaya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papaya",1,1,1 ], "a West Indian evergreen tree, Carica papaya, with a crown of large dissected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papaya",1,1,1 ], "leaves and large green hanging fruit: family Caricaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papaya",1,1,2 ], "seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papaya",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, having a yellow sweet edible pulp and small black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper chase",1,1,1 ], "a cross-country run in which a runner lays a trail of paper for others to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper chase",1,1,1 ], "follow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper money",1,1,1 ], "and which circulates as a substitute for specie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper money",1,1,1 ], "paper currency issued by the government or the central bank as legal tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper mulberry",1,1,1 ], "a small moraceous E Asian tree, Broussonetia papyrifera, the inner bark of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper mulberry",1,1,1 ], "which was formerly used for making paper in Japan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper nautilus",1,1,1 ], "any cephalopod mollusc of the genus Argonauta, esp| A| argo, warm and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper nautilus",1,1,1 ], "seas, having a papery external spiral shell: order Octopoda (octopods)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper over",1,1,1 ], "to conceal (something controversial or unpleasant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper tape",1,1,1 ], "a strip of paper used in computers, telex machines etc|, for recording" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper tape",1,1,1 ], "information in the form of rows of either six or eight holes, some or all of which are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper tape",1,1,1 ], "punched to produce a combination used as a discrete code symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paper tiger",1,1,1 ], "a nation, institution, etc|, that appears powerful but is in fact weak or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper tiger",1,1,1 ], "insignificant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,1 ], "a substance made from cellulose fibres derived from rags, wood, etc|, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,1 ], "decorating walls, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,1 ], "with other additives, and formed into flat thin sheets suitable for writing on," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,2 ], "a single piece of such material, esp| if written or printed on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,3 ], "documents for establishing the identity of the bearer; credentials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,4 ], "cargo, etc|, of a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,4 ], "official documents relating to the ownership," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,5 ], "collected diaries, letters, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,6 ], "a lecture or short published treatise on a specific subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,7 ], "a short essay, as by a student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,7,1 ], "a set of written examination questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,7,2 ], "the student's answers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,8 ], "a free ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,1,9 ], "on paper| in theory, as opposed to fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,2,1 ], "made of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,2,2 ], "thin like paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,2,3 ], "existing only in theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,2,4 ], "taking place in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,3,1 ], "to cover (walls) with wallpaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,4,1 ], "to cover or furnish with paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,5,1 ], "paper the house)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paper",1,5,1 ], "to fill (a performance, etc|) by giving away free tickets (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper-cutter",1,1,1 ], "a machine for cutting paper, usually a blade mounted over a table on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paper-cutter",1,1,1 ], "paper can be aligned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paperback",1,1,1 ], "a book or edition with covers made of flexible card, sold relatively cheaply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperback",1,2,1 ], "also paperbound, soft-cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperback",1,2,2 ], "of or denoting a paperback or publication of paperbacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperbark",1,1,1 ], "any of several Australian myrtaceous trees of the genus Melaleuca, esp| M|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperbark",1,1,1 ], "peeled off in thin layers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paperbark",1,1,1 ], "quinquenervia, of swampy regions, having spear-shaped leaves and papery bark that can be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paperboard",1,1,1,1 ], "a thick cardboard made of compressed layers of paper pulp; pasteboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperboard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperboy",1,1,1 ], "a boy employed to deliver newspapers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperclip",1,1,1 ], "a clip for holding sheets of paper together; esp| one made of bent wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperhanger",1,1,1 ], "a person who hangs wallpaper as an occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperhanger",1,1,2 ], "a counterfeiter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperknife",1,1,1 ], "a knife with a comparatively blunt blade, esp| one of wood, bone, etc|, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperknife",1,1,1 ], "opening sealed envelopes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paperweight",1,1,1 ], "a small heavy object, placed on loose papers to prevent them from scattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperwork",1,1,1 ], "clerical work, such as the completion of forms or the writing of reports or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paperwork",1,1,1 ], "letters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papeterie",1,1,1 ], "a box or case for papers and other writing materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papier coll",1,1,1 ], "a type of collage, usually of an abstract design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papier-mch",1,1,1 ], "a hard strong substance suitable for painting on, made of paper pulp or layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papier-mch",1,1,1 ], "of paper mixed with paste, size, etc|, and moulded when moist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papier-mch",1,2,1 ], "made of papier-mache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papilionaceous",1,1,1 ], "broom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "papilionaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Papilionaceae, a family of leguminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papilionaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants having irregular flowers: includes peas, beans, clover, alfalfa, gorse, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papilla",1,1,1 ], "the small projection of tissue at the base of a hair, tooth, or feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papilla",1,1,2 ], "any other similar protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papilla",1,1,3 ], "any minute blunt hair or process occurring in plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papilloma",1,1,1 ], "a benign tumour derived from epithelial tissue and forming a rounded or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papilloma",1,1,1 ], "lobulated mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papillon",1,1,1 ], "a breed of toy spaniel with large ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papillote",1,1,1 ], "a paper frill around cutlets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papillote",1,1,2 ], "en papillote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papillote",1,1,3 ], "(of food) cooked in oiled greaseproof paper or foil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papist",1,2,1 ], "another term for Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papoose",1,1,1 ], "an American Indian baby or child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pappus",1,1,1 ], "a ring of fine feathery hairs surrounding the fruit in composite plants, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pappus",1,1,1 ], "as thistle aids dispersal of the fruits by the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pappy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pappy",1,1,2 ], "resembling pap; mushy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pappy",2,1,1 ], "an informal word for father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paprika",1,1,1 ], "a mild powdered seasoning made from a sweet variety of red pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paprika",1,1,2 ], "the fruit or plant from which this seasoning is obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papule",1,1,1 ], "a small solid usually round elevation of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papyraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, made of, or resembling paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papyrology",1,1,1 ], "the study of ancient papyri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papyrus",1,1,1 ], "a tall aquatic cyperaceous plant, Cyperus papyrus, of S Europe and N and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papyrus",1,1,1 ], "central Africa with small green-stalked flowers arranged like umbrella spokes around" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papyrus",1,1,1 ], "the stem top" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "papyrus",1,1,2 ], "Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "papyrus",1,1,2 ], "a kind of paper made from the stem pith of this plant, used by the ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "papyrus",1,1,3 ], "an ancient document written on this paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par avion",1,1,1 ], "(par a!vj?~@$) by aeroplane: used in labelling mail sent by air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par excellence",1,1,1 ], "to a degree of excellence beyond comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par value",1,1,1 ], "assess dividend, capital ownership, or interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "par value",1,1,1 ], "the value imprinted on the face of a share certificate or bond and used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,1 ], "an accepted level or standard, such as an average (esp| in the phrase up to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,1 ], "par)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,2 ], "a state of equality (esp| in the phrase on a par with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,3 ], "the established value of the unit of one national currency in terms of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,3 ], "unit of another where both are based on the same metal standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,3,2 ], "etc|, and its face value (the nominal par)|This equality is indicated by at par," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,3,2 ], "the condition of equality between the current market value of a share, bond," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,3,2 ], "while above par indicates that the market value is above" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,4 ], "(or below) face value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,5 ], "an estimated standard score for a hole or course that a good player should" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,1,5 ], "make" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,2,1 ], "average or normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to par" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par-",1,1,1 ], "variant of para- ,1,before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para",1,1,1 ], "a Yugoslavian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a dinar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para",1,1,1 ], "a parachutist, esp| a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para",1,1,2 ], "paragraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,1 ], "beside; near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,2 ], "beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,3 ], "resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,4 ], "defective; abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,5 ], "subsidiary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,6 ], "attached to atoms that are directly opposite across the ring (the 1,4- positions)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,6 ], "denoting that an organic compound contains a benzene ring with substituents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,7 ], "denoting an isomer, polymer, or compound related to a specified compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,8 ], "constituent atoms are antiparallel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "para-",1,1,8 ], "denoting the form of a diatomic substance in which the spins of the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-",2,1,1 ], "indicating an object that acts as a protection against something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-aminobenzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "an acid present in yeast and liver: used in the manufacture of dyes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "para-aminobenzoic acid",1,1,1 ], "pharmaceuticals| Formula: C6H4(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parabasis",1,1,1 ], "(in classical Greek comedy) an address from the chorus to the audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabiosis",1,1,1 ], "share a common circulation of the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parabiosis",1,1,1 ], "the natural union of two individuals, such as Siamese twins, so that they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabiosis",1,1,2 ], "a similar union induced for experimental or therapeutic purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parablast",1,1,1 ], "the yolk of an egg, such as a hen's egg, that undergoes meroblastic cleavage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parable",1,1,1 ], "a short story that uses familiar events to illustrate a religious or ethical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parable",1,1,1 ], "situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parable",1,1,2 ], "any of the stories of this kind told by Jesus Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabola",1,1,1 ], "a conic section formed by the intersection of a cone by a plane parallel to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabola",1,1,1 ], "the generator| Standard equation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parabolic aerial",1,1,1 ], "a microwave aerial, used esp| in radar and radio telescopes, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabolic aerial",1,1,1 ], "parabolic reflector| Informal name: dish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parabolic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or shaped like a parabola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabolic",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a paraboloid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabolic",2,1,1 ], "of or resembling a parable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabolize",1,1,1 ], "to explain by a parable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parabolize",2,1,1 ], "to shape like a parabola or parabaloid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraboloid" ,1, 1, 1],"a geometric surface whose sections parallel to two coordinate planes are",1). c_DEF([ "paraboloid" ,1, 1, 1],"hyperbolic| Equations",3). c_DEF([ "paraboloid" ,1, 1, 1],"parabolic and whose sections parallel to the third plane are either elliptical or",2). c_DEF([ "parabrake",1,1,1 ], "another name for brake parachute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paracasein",1,1,1 ], "another name for casein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paracetamol",1,1,1 ], "a mild analgesic drug used as an alternative to aspirin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parachronism",1,1,1 ], "an error in dating, esp| by giving too late a date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parachute",1,1,1,1 ], "a device used to retard the fall of a man or package from an aircraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parachute",1,1,1,1 ], "consisting of a large fabric canopy connected to a harness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parachute",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parachute",1,2,1 ], "(of troops, supplies, etc|) to land or cause to land by parachute from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parachute",1,2,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraclete",1,1,1 ], "a mediator or advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,1 ], "an ordered, esp| ceremonial, march, assembly, or procession, as of troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,1 ], "being reviewed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,2 ], "a place where military formations regularly assemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,3 ], "a visible show or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,4 ], "a public promenade or street of shops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,5 ], "a successive display of things or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,6 ], "the interior area of a fortification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,7 ], "a parry in fencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,1,8 ], "on parade| exhibiting oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by through or along) to walk or march, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,2,1 ], "procession (through)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,3,1 ], "to exhibit or flaunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,4,1 ], "to cause to assemble in formation, as for a military parade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parade",1,5,1 ], "to walk about in a public place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradigm",1,1,1 ], "displaying these forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paradigm",1,1,1 ], "the set of all the inflected forms of a word or a systematic arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradigm",1,1,2 ], "a pattern or model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradise fish",1,1,1 ], "any of several beautifully coloured labyrinth fishes of the genus Macropodus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradise fish",1,1,1 ], "esp| M| opercularis, of S and SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,1 ], "heaven as the ultimate abode or state of the righteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,2 ], "death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,2 ], "the sensual garden of delights that the Koran promises the faithful after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,3 ], "Jesus, as in Luke 2343" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,3 ], "the intermediate abode or state of the just prior to the Resurrection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,4 ], "Garden of Eden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,4 ], "the place or state of happiness enjoyed by Adam before the first sin; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,5 ], "any place or condition that fulfils all one's desires or aspirations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradise",1,1,6 ], "a park in which foreign animals are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradisiacal" ,1, 1, 1],"paradisiac, or paradisaical (pr@$Ise$I$Ik%) adj",1). c_DEF([ "paradisiacal" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or resembling paradise",1). c_DEF([ "parados",1,1,1 ], "a bank behind a trench or other fortification, giving protection from being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parados",1,1,1 ], "fired on from the rear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paradox",1,1,1 ], "a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement that is or may be true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradox",1,1,2 ], "a self-contradictory proposition, such as I am always a liar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradox",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing exhibiting apparently contradictory characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradox",1,1,4 ], "an opinion that conflicts with common belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradoxical sleep",1,1,1 ], "movements, heavier breathing, and increased electrical activity of the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paradoxical sleep",1,1,1 ], "sleep that appears to be deep but that is characterized by rapid eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paradrop",1,1,1 ], "the delivery of personnel or equipment from an aircraft by parachute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraesthesia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal sensation in an organ, part, or area of the skin, as of burning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraesthesia",1,1,1 ], "prickling, tingling, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin wax",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble odourless waxlike solid consisting mainly of alkane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin wax",1,1,1 ], "hydrocarbons with melting points in the range 50 degrees -60 degrees C, used in candles," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin wax",1,1,1 ], "waterproof paper, and as a sealing agent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin",1,1,1 ], "kerosene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin",1,1,2 ], "a liquid mixture consisting mainly of alkane hydrocarbons with boiling points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin",1,1,2 ], "heaters, and as a solvent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin",1,1,2 ], "in the range 150 degrees -300 degrees C, used as an aircraft fuel, in domestic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin",1,1,3 ], "another name for alkane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraffin",1,2,1 ], "to treat with paraffin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraformaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "a white amorphous solid polymeric form of formaldehyde: used as a convenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraformaldehyde",1,1,1 ], "source of formaldehyde| Formula: (CH\2O)n, where n lies between 6 and 50" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paragenesis",1,1,1 ], "the order in which the constituent minerals of a rock mass have been formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragoge",1,1,1 ], "the addition of a sound or a syllable to the end of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragon",1,1,1 ], "a model of excellence; pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragon",1,1,2 ], "a size of printer's type, approximately equal to 20 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragon",1,2,1,1 ], "to equal or surpass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragon",1,2,1,2 ], "to compare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragon",1,2,1,3 ], "to regard as a paragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,1,1 ], "ideas, etc|, usually marked by the beginning of a new line, indention, increased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,1,1 ], "interlinear space, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,1,1 ], "one of a number of blocks into which a text is subdivided in order to separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,1,2 ], "paragraph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,1,2 ], "the character , used as a reference mark or to indicate the beginning of a new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,1,3 ], "a short article, etc|, in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,2,1 ], "to form into paragraphs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragraph",1,2,2 ], "to express or report in a paragraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paragraphia",1,1,1 ], "result of a mental disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paragraphia",1,1,1 ], "the accidental insertion or omission of words in what one writes, often the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parahydrogen",1,1,1 ], "normal temperatures) in which the nuclei of the two atoms in each molecule spin in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parahydrogen",1,1,1 ], "opposite directions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parahydrogen",1,1,1 ], "the form of molecular hydrogen (constituting about 25 per cent of the total at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parakeet",1,1,1 ], "Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parakeet",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small long-tailed parrots, such as Psittacula krameri , of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralanguage",1,1,1 ], "meaning of an utterance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paralanguage",1,1,1 ], "suprasegmental elements in speech, such as intonation, that may affect the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraldehyde",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid substance that is a cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraldehyde",1,1,1 ], "making dyestuffs as a sedative| Formula: (C\2H\4O)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraleipsis",1,1,1 ], "a rhetorical device in which an idea is emphasized by the pretence that it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraleipsis",1,1,1 ], "the cost" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paraleipsis",1,1,1 ], "too obvious to discuss, as in there are many drawbacks to your plan, not to mention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paralipomena",1,1,1 ], "things added in a supplement to a work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralipomena",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete name for the Books of Chronicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallax",1,1,1 ], "an apparent change in the position of an object resulting from a change in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallax",1,1,1 ], "position of the observer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallax",1,1,2 ], "earth" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "parallax",1,1,2 ], "earth's orbit| Annual or heliocentric parallax is the apparent displacement of a nearby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallax",1,1,2 ], "results from the observation of a planet, the sun, or the moon from the surface of the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "parallax",1,1,2 ], "star resulting from its observation from the earth| Diurnal or geocentric parallax" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parallax",1,1,2 ], "the angle subtended at a celestial body, esp| a star, by the radius of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel bars",1,1,1,1 ], "a pair of wooden bars on uprights, sometimes at different heights, for various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel bars",1,1,1,1 ], "exercises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallel bars",1,1,1,2 ], "this event in competitions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel turn",1,1,1 ], "a turn, executed by shifting one's weight, in which the skis stay parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,1 ], "(when postpositive, usually foll| by to) separated by an equal distance at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,1 ], "every point; never touching or intersecting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,2 ], "corresponding; similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,2,1 ], "consecutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,3 ], "moving in similar motion but keeping the same interval apart throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,3,2 ], "denoting successive chords in which the individual notes move in parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,3,2 ], "motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,4 ], "correspond to those of the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,4 ], "denoting syntactic constructions in which the constituents of one construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,1,5 ], "operating on several items of information, instructions, etc|, simultaneously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,1 ], "one of a set of parallel lines, planes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,2 ], "an exact likeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,3 ], "a comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,4 ], "any of the imaginary lines around the earth parallel to the equator," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,4 ], "designated by degrees of latitude ranging from 0 degrees at the equator to 90 degrees at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,4 ], "the poles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,4,1 ], "a configuration of two or more electrical components connected between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,4,1 ], "parallel)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,4,1 ], "points in a circuit so that the same voltage is applied to each (esp| in the phrase in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,5 ], "the character () used as a reference mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,6 ], "a trench or line lying in advance of and parallel to other defensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,2,6 ], "positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,4,1 ], "to make parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,4,2 ], "to supply a parallel to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallel",1,4,3 ], "to be a parallel to or correspond with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallelepiped",1,1,1 ], "a geometric solid whose six faces are parallelograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallelism",1,1,1 ], "the state of being parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallelism",1,1,2 ], "the use of parallel constructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallelism",1,1,3 ], "causally connected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallelism",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine that mental and physical processes are concomitant but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallelism",1,1,4 ], "Ravel, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallelism",1,1,4 ], "the characteristic use of parallel chords common in music since Debussy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallelogram rule",1,1,1 ], "a rule for finding the resultant of two vectors by constructing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parallelogram rule",1,1,1 ], "parallelogram with two adjacent sides representing the magnitudes and directions of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parallelogram rule",1,1,1 ], "their resultant" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "parallelogram rule",1,1,1 ], "vectors, the diagonal through the point of intersection of the vectors representing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parallelogram",1,1,1 ], "a quadrilateral whose opposite sides are parallel and equal in length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralogism",1,1,1 ], "an argument that is unintentionally invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralogism",1,1,2 ], "any invalid argument or conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralyse",1,1,1 ], "to affect with paralysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralyse",1,1,2 ], "injection of an anaesthetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paralyse",1,1,2 ], "to render (a part of the body) insensitive to pain, touch, etc|, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralyse",1,1,3 ], "to make immobile; transfix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralysis agitans",1,1,1 ], "another name for Parkinson's disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralysis",1,1,1,1 ], "impairment or loss of voluntary muscle function or of sensation (sensory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralysis",1,1,1,1 ], "muscles or the nerves supplying them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paralysis",1,1,1,1 ], "paralysis) in a part or area of the body, usually caused by a lesion or disorder of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paralysis",1,1,1,2 ], "a disease characterized by such impairment or loss; palsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralysis",1,1,2 ], "cessation or impairment of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralytic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or of the nature of paralysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralytic",1,1,2 ], "afflicted with or subject to paralysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralytic",1,1,3 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paralytic",1,2,1 ], "a person afflicted with paralysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramagnetism" ,1, 1, 1],"alignment of unpaired spins of electrons in atoms of the material",3). c_DEF([ "paramagnetism" ,1, 1, 1],"ompare diamagnetism",1). c_DEF([ "paramagnetism" ,1, 1, 1],"slightly greater than unity and a positive susceptibility| The effect is due to the",2). c_DEF([ "paramagnetism" ,1, 1, 1],"the phenomenon exhibited by substances that have a relative permeability",1). c_DEF([ "paramatta",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight twill-weave fabric of wool with silk or cotton, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramatta",1,1,1 ], "dresses, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paramecium",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater protozoan of the genus Paramecium, having an oval body covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramecium",1,1,1 ], "with cilia and a ventral ciliated groove for feeding: class Ciliata (ciliates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paramedical",1,1,1 ], "of or designating a person, such as a laboratory technician, who supplements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramedical",1,1,1 ], "the work of the medical profession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parament",1,1,1 ], "(often pl|) an ecclesiastical vestment or decorative hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parameter",1,1,1 ], "an arbitrary constant that determines the specific form of a mathematical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parameter",1,1,1 ], "expression, such as a and b in y = ax'2 + b" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parameter",1,1,2 ], "any constant or limiting factor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parametric amplifier",1,1,1 ], "a type of high-frequency amplifier in which energy from a pumping oscillator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parametric amplifier",1,1,1 ], "is transferred to the input signal through a circuit with a varying parameter," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parametric amplifier",1,1,1 ], "usually a varying reactance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paramilitary",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a group of personnel with military structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramilitary",1,1,1 ], "functioning either as a civil force or in support of military forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paramnesia",1,1,1 ], "a disorder of the memory or the faculty of recognition in which dreams may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramnesia",1,1,1 ], "confused with reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paramo",1,1,1 ], "a high plateau in the Andes between the tree line and the permanent snow line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramorph",1,1,1 ], "a mineral that has undergone paramorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramorph",1,1,2 ], "a plant or animal that is classified on the basis of inadequate data and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramorph",1,1,2 ], "differs taxonomically from other members of the species in which it has been placed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paramorphine",1,1,1 ], "another name for thebaine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramorphism",1,1,1 ], "a process by which the crystalline structure of a mineral alters without any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramorphism",1,1,1 ], "change in its chemical composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paramount",1,1,1 ], "of the greatest importance or significance; pre-eminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramount",1,2,1 ], "a supreme ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramour",1,1,1 ], "a lover, esp| an adulterous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paramour",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for beloved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parang",1,1,1 ], "a short stout straight-edged knife used by the Dyaks of Borneo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranoia",1,1,1 ], "a form of schizophrenia characterized by a slowly progressive deterioration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranoia",1,1,1 ], "the personality, involving delusions and often hallucinations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paranoia",1,1,2 ], "a mental disorder characterized by any of several types of delusions, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranoia",1,1,2 ], "the personality otherwise remains relatively intact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paranoia",1,1,3 ], "intense fear or suspicion, esp| when unfounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranoid",1,1,1 ], "of, characterized by, or resembling paranoia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranoid",1,1,2 ], "exhibiting undue suspicion, fear of persecution, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranoid",1,2,1 ], "a person who shows the behaviour patterns associated with paranoia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranormal",1,1,1 ], "beyond normal explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paranymph",1,1,1 ], "a bridesmaid or best man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parapet",1,1,1 ], "a low wall or railing along the edge of a balcony, roof, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parapet",1,1,2 ], "another word for breastwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraph",1,1,1 ], "a flourish after a signature, originally to prevent forgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphernalia",1,1,1 ], "elaborate procedure; rigmarole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphernalia",1,1,2 ], "miscellaneous articles or equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphernalia",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) articles of personal property given to a married woman by her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphernalia",1,1,3 ], "had some measure of control" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paraphernalia",1,1,3 ], "husband before or during marriage and regarded in law as her possessions over which she" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraphrase",1,1,1 ], "an expression of a statement or text in other words, esp| in order to clarify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphrase",1,1,2 ], "the practice of making paraphrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphrase",1,2,1 ], "to put into other words; restate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphysis",1,1,1 ], "algae and between the spore-producing bodies of basidiomycetous and ascomycetous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraphysis",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous sterile cells occurring between the sex organs of mosses and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraphysis",1,1,1 ], "fungi" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paraplegia",1,1,1 ], "injury of the spine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paraplegia",1,1,1 ], "paralysis of the lower half of the body, usually as the result of disease or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parapodium",1,1,1 ], "any of the paired unjointed lateral appendages of polychaete worms, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parapodium",1,1,1 ], "locomotion, respiration, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parapodium",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar appendages of other invertebrates, esp| certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parapodium",1,1,2 ], "molluscs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parapraxis",1,1,1 ], "minor errors in action, such as slips of the tongue, supposedly the result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parapraxis",1,1,1 ], "repressed impulses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parapsychology",1,1,1 ], "of normal physical explanation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parapsychology",1,1,1 ], "the study of mental phenomena, such as telepathy, which are beyond the scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasang",1,1,1 ], "a Persian unit of distance equal to about 3|4 miles or 5|5 kilometres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paraselene",1,1,1 ], "a bright image of the moon on a lunar halo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasite drag",1,1,1 ], "surfaces, such as fuselage, nacelles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parasite drag",1,1,1 ], "the part of the drag on an aircraft that is contributed by nonlifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasite",1,1,1 ], "an animal or plant that lives in or on another (the host) from which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasite",1,1,1 ], "by it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parasite",1,1,1 ], "obtains nourishment| The host does not benefit from the association and is often harmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parasite",1,1,2 ], "a person who habitually lives at the expense of others; sponger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasite",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a sycophant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasiticide",1,1,1 ], "any substance capable of destroying parasites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasiticide",1,2,1 ], "destructive to parasites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasitism",1,1,1 ], "the relationship between a parasite and its host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasitism",1,1,2 ], "the state of being infested with parasites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasitism",1,1,3 ], "the state of being a parasite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasitize" ,1, 1, 1],"(often) parasitise",1). c_DEF([ "parasitize" ,1, 2, 1],"to infest or infect with parasites",1). c_DEF([ "parasitize" ,1, 2, 2],"to live on (another organism) as a parasite",1). c_DEF([ "parasitology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology that is concerned with the study of parasites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasol",1,1,1 ], "an umbrella used for protection against the sun; sunshade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parastichy",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical spiral line connecting the bases of a series of leaves on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parastichy",1,1,1 ], "stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parastichy",1,1,2 ], "an arrangement of leaves so connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasympathetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the division of the autonomic nervous system that acts in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasympathetic",1,1,1 ], "opposition to the sympathetic system by slowing the heartbeat, constricting the bronchi of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parasympathetic",1,1,1 ], "the lungs, stimulating the smooth muscles of the digestive tract, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parasynapsis",1,1,1 ], "another name for synapsis ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasynthesis",1,1,1 ], "for example light-headed, which is light + head with the affix -ed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parasynthesis",1,1,1 ], "formation of words by means of compounding a phrase and adding an affix, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parasyntheton",1,1,1 ], "a word formed by parasynthesis for example, kind-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parataxis",1,1,1 ], "as for example None of my friends stayed!-they all left early" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parataxis",1,1,1 ], "the juxtaposition of clauses in a sentence without the use of a conjunction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parathion",1,1,1 ], "a slightly water-soluble toxic oil, odourless and colourless when pure, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parathion",1,1,1 ], "as an insecticide| Formula: C10H14NO5PS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parathyroid gland",1,1,1 ], "any one of the small egg-shaped endocrine glands situated near or embedded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parathyroid gland",1,1,1 ], "within the thyroid gland: they secrete parathyroid hormone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parathyroid hormone",1,1,1 ], "calcium in the blood: a deficiency of the hormone often results in tentany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parathyroid hormone",1,1,1 ], "the hormone secreted by the parathyroid glands that controls the level of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parathyroid",1,1,1 ], "situated near the thyroid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parathyroid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the parathyroid glands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paratroops",1,1,1 ], "troops trained and equipped to be dropped by parachute into a battle area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paratyphoid fever",1,1,1 ], "Salmonella" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paratyphoid fever",1,1,1 ], "a disease resembling but less severe than typhoid fever, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paratyphoid fever",1,1,1 ], "chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, caused by bacteria of the genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paratyphoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling typhoid fever or its causative agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paratyphoid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to paratyphoid fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paravane",1,1,1 ], "a torpedo-shaped device towed from the bow of a vessel so that the cables will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paravane",1,1,1 ], "cut the anchors of any moored mines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parazoan",1,1,1 ], "any multicellular invertebrate of the group Parazoa, which includes only the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parazoan",1,1,1 ], "sponges (phylum Porifera)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parboil",1,1,1 ], "to boil until partially cooked, often before further cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parboil",1,1,2 ], "to subject to uncomfortable heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parbuckle",1,1,1 ], "a rope sling for lifting or lowering a heavy cylindrical object, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parbuckle",1,1,1 ], "cask or tree trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parbuckle",1,2,1 ], "to raise or lower (an object) with such a sling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,1,1 ], "something wrapped up: package" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,1,2 ], "a group of people or things having some common characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,1,3 ], "a quantity of some commodity offered for sale; lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,1,4 ], "a distinct portion of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,1,5 ], "an essential part of something (esp| in the phrase part and parcel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,3,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to make a parcel of; wrap up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by out) to divide (up) into portions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,3,3 ], "to bind strips of canvas around (a rope)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcel",1,4,1 ], "an archaic word for partly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcenary",1,1,1 ], "joint heirship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parcener",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes an equal share with another or others; coheir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parch",1,1,1 ], "to deprive or be deprived of water; dry up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parch",1,2,1 ], "to make very thirsty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parch",1,3,1 ], "to roast (corn, etc|) lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parchment",1,1,1 ], "material, as for bookbinding, or (esp| formerly) manuscripts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parchment",1,1,1 ], "the skin of certain animals, such as sheep, treated to form a durable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parchment",1,1,2 ], "a manuscript, etc|, made of or resembling this material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parchment",1,1,3 ], "a type of stiff yellowish paper resembling parchment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parclose",1,1,1 ], "a screen or railing in a church separating off an altar, chapel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pard",1,1,1 ], "short for pardner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pard",2,1,1 ], "a leopard or panther" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardalote",1,1,1 ], "another name for diamond bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardner",1,1,1 ], "friend or partner: used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardon",1,1,1 ], "to excuse or forgive (a person) for (an offence, mistake, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardon",1,2,1 ], "forgiveness; allowance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardon",1,2,1,1 ], "release from punishment for an offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardon",1,2,1,2 ], "the warrant granting such release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardon",1,2,2 ], "a Roman Catholic indulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardon",1,3,1,1 ], "sorry; excuse me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardon",1,3,1,2 ], "what did you say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pardoner",1,1,1 ], "(before the Reformation) a person licensed to sell ecclesiastical indulgences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pare",1,1,1 ], "to peel or cut (the outer layer) from (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pare",1,1,2 ], "to cut the edges from (the nails); trim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pare",1,1,3 ], "to decrease bit by bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paregoric",1,1,1 ], "a medicine consisting of opium, benzoic acid, camphor, and anise oil, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paregoric",1,1,1 ], "widely used to relieve diarrhoea and coughing in children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pareira",1,1,1 ], "the root of a South American menispermaceous climbing plant, Chondrodendron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pareira",1,1,1 ], "tomentosum, used as a diuretic, tonic, and as a source of curare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parenchyma",1,1,1 ], "a soft plant tissue consisting of simple thin-walled cells with intervening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenchyma",1,1,1 ], "air spaces: constitutes the greater part of fruits, stems, roots, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parenchyma",1,1,2 ], "animal tissue that constitutes the essential or specialized part of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenchyma",1,1,2 ], "as distinct from the blood vessels, connective tissue, etc|, associated with it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parenchyma",1,1,3 ], "loosely-packed tissue filling the spaces between the organs in lower animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenchyma",1,1,3 ], "such as flatworms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,1 ], "a father or mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,2 ], "a person acting as a father or mother; guardian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,3 ], "an ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,4 ], "a source or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,4,1 ], "a precursor, such as a nucleus or compound, of a derived entity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,4,1 ], "an organism or organization that has produced one or more organisms similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,4,1 ], "itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parent",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parentage",1,1,1 ], "ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parentage",1,1,2 ], "derivation from a particular origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parentage",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for parenthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parental",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a parent or parenthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parental",1,1,2 ], "(filial) generations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parental",1,1,2 ], "designating the first generation in a line, which gives rise to all succeeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenteral",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the route by which a drug is administered) by means other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenteral",1,1,1 ], "through the digestive tract, esp| by injection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parenteral",1,1,2 ], "designating a drug to be injected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesis",1,1,1 ], "a phrase, often explanatory or qualifying, inserted into a passage with which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesis",1,1,1 ], "it is not grammatically connected, and marked off by brackets, dashes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesis",1,1,2 ], "either of a pair of characters, (), used to enclose such a phrase or as a sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesis",1,1,2 ], "of aggregation in mathematical or logical expressions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesis",1,1,3 ], "an intervening occurrence; interlude; interval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesis",1,1,4 ], "in parenthesis| inserted as a parenthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesize",1,1,1 ], "to place in parentheses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesize",1,1,2 ], "to insert as a parenthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parenthesize",1,1,3 ], "to intersperse (a speech, writing, etc|) with parentheses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paren|",1,1,1 ], "parenthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parergon",1,1,1 ], "work that is not one's main employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paresis",1,1,1 ], "incomplete or slight paralysis of motor functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paresis",1,1,2 ], "short for general paresis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paresthesia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of paraesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pareu",1,1,1 ], "a rectangle of fabric worn by Polynesians as a skirt or loincloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pareve",1,1,1 ], "a variant of parve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parfait",1,1,1 ], "a rich frozen dessert made from eggs and cream with ice cream, fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parfleche",1,1,1 ], "rawhide that has been dried after soaking in lye and water to remove the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parfleche",1,1,2 ], "an object, such as a case, made of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parget",1,1,1,1 ], "plaster, mortar, etc|, used to line chimney flues or cover walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parget",1,1,1,2 ], "plasterwork that has incized ornamental patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parget",1,1,2 ], "another name for gypsum (esp| when used in building)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parget",1,2,1 ], "tr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parget",1,2,2 ], "to cover or decorate with parget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parhelic circle",1,1,1 ], "a luminous band at the same altitude as the sun, parallel to the horizon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parhelic circle",1,1,1 ], "caused by reflection of the sun's rays by ice crystals in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parhelion",1,1,1 ], "one of several bright spots on the parhelic circle or solar halo, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parhelion",1,1,1 ], "the diffraction of light by ice crystals in the atmosphere, esp| around sunset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pari passu",1,1,1 ], "creditors to receive assets from the same source without one taking precedence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pari passu",1,1,1 ], "with equal speed or progress; equably: often used to refer to the right of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pari-",1,1,1 ], "equal or equally; even (in number)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pari-mutuel",1,1,1,1 ], "a system of betting in which those who have bet on the winners of a race share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pari-mutuel",1,1,1,1 ], "in the total amount wagered less a percentage for the management" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pari-mutuel",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pariah dog",1,1,1 ], "another term for pye-dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pariah",1,1,1 ], "a social outcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pariah",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a member of a low caste in South India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paries",1,1,1 ], "the wall of an organ or bodily cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal bone",1,1,1 ], "either of the two bones forming part of the roof and sides of the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal cell",1,1,1 ], "acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parietal cell",1,1,1 ], "any one of the cells in the lining of the stomach that produce hydrochloric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal lobe",1,1,1 ], "interpretation of sensations of touch, temperature, and taste and with muscular movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parietal lobe",1,1,1 ], "the portion of each cerebral hemisphere concerned with the perception and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or forming the walls or part of the walls of a bodily cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal",1,1,1 ], "or similar structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parietal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the side of the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal",1,1,3 ], "(of plant ovaries) having ovules attached to the walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal",1,1,4 ], "living or having authority within a college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parietal",1,2,1 ], "a parietal bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paring",1,1,1 ], "something pared or cut off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paripinnate",1,1,1 ], "(of pinnate leaves) having an even number of leaflets and no terminal leaflet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish clerk",1,1,1 ], "a person designated to assist in various church duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish council",1,1,1 ], "the administrative body of a parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish register",1,1,1 ], "a book in which the births, baptisms, marriages, and deaths in a parish are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish register",1,1,1 ], "recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,1 ], "a subdivision of a diocese, having its own church and a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,2 ], "the churchgoers of such a subdivision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,3 ], "(in England and, formerly, Wales) the smallest unit of local government in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,3 ], "rural areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,4 ], "(in Louisiana) a unit of local government corresponding to a county in other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,4 ], "states of the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,5 ], "the people living in a parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parish",1,1,6 ], "on the parish| History| receiving parochial relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parishioner",1,1,1 ], "a member of a particular parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parison",1,1,1 ], "an unshaped mass of glass before it is moulded into its final form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parisyllabic",1,1,1 ], "(of a noun or verb, in inflected languages) containing the same number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parisyllabic",1,1,1 ], "syllables in all or almost all inflected forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parity check",1,1,1 ], "1 (or 0) in each unit of information remains odd or even after transfer between a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parity check",1,1,1 ], "a check made of computer data to ensure that the total number of bits of value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parity check",1,1,1 ], "peripheral device and the memory or vice versa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 1],"equality of rank, pay, etc",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the amount of a foreign currency equivalent at the established exchange rate",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"to a specific sum of domestic currency",2). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a similar equivalence between different forms of the same national currency,",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"esp| the gold equivalent of a unit of gold-standard currency",2). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 2],"close or exact analogy or equivalence",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a property of a physical system characterized by the behaviour of the sign of",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"its wave function when reflected in space| The wave function either remains",2). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"unchanged (even parity) or changes in sign (odd parity)",3). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"a quantum number describing this property, equal to 1 for even parity systems",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"and -1 for odd parity systems| Symbol",2). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 3],"equality between prices of commodities or securities in two separate markets",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 4],"a relationship between two integers| If both are odd or both even they have",1). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 4],"the same parity; if one is odd and one even they have different parity",2). c_DEF([ "parity" ,1, 1, 5],"a system of government support for farm products",1). c_DEF([ "parity",2,1,1 ], "the condition or fact of having given birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parity",2,1,2 ], "the number of children to which a woman has given birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park savanna",1,1,1 ], "savanna grassland scattered with trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,1 ], "a large area of land preserved in a natural state for recreational use by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,1 ], "public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,2 ], "a piece of open land in a town with public amenities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,3 ], "a large area of land forming a private estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,4 ], "an enclosed tract of land where wild beasts are protected, acquired by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,4 ], "subject by royal grant or prescription" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,5 ], "a playing field or sports stadium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,6 ], "the park| Brit| informal| a soccer pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,7 ], "a gear selector position on the automatic transmission of a motor vehicle that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,7 ], "acts as a parking brake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,8 ], "assembled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,8 ], "the area in which the equipment and supplies of a military formation are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,1,9 ], "a high valley surrounded by mountains in the western U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,2,1 ], "to stop and leave (a vehicle) temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,2,2 ], "to manoeuvre (a motor vehicle) into a space for it to be left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,3,1 ], "to leave or put somewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,3,2 ], "to arrange equipment in a park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "park",1,4,1 ], "to enclose in or as a park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parka",1,1,1 ], "Eskimos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parka",1,1,1 ], "a warm knee-length weatherproof coat, often with a hood, originally worn by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parkin",1,1,1 ], "moist spicy ginger cake usually containing oatmeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parking lot",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for car park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parking meter",1,1,1 ], "a timing device, usually coin-operated, that indicates how long a vehicle may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parking meter",1,1,1 ], "be left parked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parking orbit",1,1,1 ], "an orbit around the earth or moon in which a spacecraft can be placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parking orbit",1,1,1 ], "temporarily in order to prepare for the next step in its programme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parking ticket",1,1,1 ], "a summons served for a parking offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parkland",1,1,1 ], "grassland with scattered trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parkway",1,1,1 ], "a wide road planted with trees, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parky",1,1,1 ], "parkier, parkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parky",1,1,2 ], "(usually postpositive) Brit| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parky",1,1,3 ], "(of the weather) chilly; cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlance",1,1,1 ], "a particular manner of speaking, esp| when specialized; idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlance",1,1,2 ], "any discussion, such as a debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlando",1,2,1 ], "to be performed as though speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlay",1,1,1 ], "to stake (winnings from one bet) on a subsequent wager| Brit| term: double up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlay",1,1,2 ], "to exploit (one's talent, etc|) to achieve worldly success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlay",1,2,1 ], "a bet in which winnings from one wager are staked on another, or a series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlay",1,2,1 ], "such bets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parley",1,1,1 ], "a discussion, esp| between enemies under a truce to decide terms of surrender," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parley",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parley",1,2,1 ], "to discuss, esp| with an enemy under a truce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parley",1,3,1 ], "to speak (a foreign language)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parleyvoo",1,1,1 ], "to speak French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parleyvoo",1,2,1 ], "the French language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parleyvoo",1,2,2 ], "a Frenchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliament",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of the representatives of a political nation or people, often the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliament",1,1,1 ], "supreme legislative authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parliament",1,1,2 ], "any legislative or deliberative assembly, conference, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliament",1,1,3 ], "any of several high courts of justice in which royal decrees, etc|, were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliament",1,1,3 ], "registered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentarian",1,1,1 ], "an expert in parliamentary procedures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentarian",1,1,2 ], "a Member of Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a parliament or parliaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentarianism",1,1,1 ], "the system of parliamentary government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary agent",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a person who is employed to manage the parliamentary business of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary agent",1,1,1 ], "a private group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary private secretary",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a backbencher in Parliament who assists a minister, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary private secretary",1,1,1 ], "liaison with backbenchers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary secretary",1,1,1 ], "a member of Parliament appointed, usually as a junior minister, to assist a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary secretary",1,1,1 ], "minister of the Crown with his departmental responsibilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of a parliament or Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary",1,1,2 ], "proceeding from a parliament or Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary",1,1,3 ], "conforming to or derived from the procedures of a parliament or Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary",1,1,4 ], "having a parliament or Parliament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parliamentary",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to Parliament or its supporters during the Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour car",1,1,1 ], "a comfortable railway coach with individual reserved seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour game",1,1,1 ], "an informal indoor game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour",1,1,1 ], "a living room, esp| one kept tidy for the reception of visitors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour",1,1,2 ], "a reception room in a priest's house, convent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour",1,1,3 ], "a small room for guests away from the public rooms in an inn, club, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour",1,1,4 ], "a room or shop equipped as a place of business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour",1,1,5 ], "a small shop, esp| one selling cakes and nonalcoholic drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlour",1,1,6 ], "a building equipped for milking cows in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlous",1,1,1 ], "dangerous or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlous",1,1,2 ], "cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parlous",1,2,1 ], "extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parl| proc|",1,1,1 ], "parliamentary procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parochial church council",1,1,1 ], "administers the affairs of the parish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parochial church council",1,1,1 ], "an elected body of lay representatives of the members of a parish that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parochial",1,1,1 ], "narrow in outlook or scope; provincial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parochial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a parish or parishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parody" ,1, 1, 1],"a musical, literary, or other composition that mimics the style of another",1). c_DEF([ "parody" ,1, 1, 1],"composer, author, etc|, in a humorous or satirical way",2). c_DEF([ "parody" ,1, 1, 2],"mimicry of someone's individual manner in a humorous or satirical way",1). c_DEF([ "parody" ,1, 1, 3],"something so badly done as to seem an intentional mockery; travesty",1). c_DEF([ "parody" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a parody of",1). c_DEF([ "paroicous",1,1,1 ], "(of mosses and related plants) having the male and female reproductive organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paroicous",1,1,1 ], "at different levels on the same stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parol",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the pleadings in an action when presented by word of mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parol",1,1,2 ], "an oral statement; word of mouth (now only in the phrase by parol)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parol",1,2,1,1 ], "(of a contract, lease, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parol",1,2,2 ], "made orally or in writing but not under seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parol",1,2,2,2 ], "expressed or given by word of mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,1,1 ], "that he is of good behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,1,1 ], "the freeing of a prisoner before his sentence has expired, on the condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,1,2 ], "the duration of such conditional release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,2 ], "a promise given by a prisoner, as to be of good behaviour if granted liberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,2 ], "or partial liberty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of parol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,4 ], "a password" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,5 ], "language as manifested in the individual speech acts of particular speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,6 ], "on parole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,6,1 ], "conditionally released from detention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,6,2 ], "Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,1,7 ], "(of a person) under scrutiny, esp| for a recurrence of an earlier shortcoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parole",1,2,1 ], "to place (a person) on parole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paronomasia",1,1,1 ], "a play on words, esp| a pun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paronym",1,1,1 ], "a cognate word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parotic",1,1,1 ], "situated near the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parotid gland",1,1,1 ], "a large salivary gland, in man situated in front of and below each ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parotid",1,1,1 ], "relating to or situated near the parotid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parotitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the parotid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parotoid",1,1,1 ], "any of various warty poison glands on the head and back of certain toads and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parotoid",1,1,1 ], "salamanders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parotoid",1,2,1 ], "resembling a parotid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parousia",1,1,1 ], "another term for the Second Coming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paroxysm",1,1,1 ], "an uncontrollable outburst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paroxysm",1,1,1,1 ], "a sudden attack or recurrence of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paroxysm",1,1,1,2 ], "any fit or convulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paroxytone",1,1,1 ], "(in the classical Greek language) of, relating to, or denoting words having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paroxytone",1,1,1 ], "acute accent on the next to last syllable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paroxytone",1,2,1 ], "a paroxytone word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parpend",1,1,1 ], "another name for perpend ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquet circle",1,1,1 ], "auditorium and underneath the balcony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parquet circle",1,1,1 ], "the seating area of the main floor of a theatre that lies to the rear of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,1 ], "a floor covering of pieces of hardwood fitted in a decorative pattern;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,1 ], "parquetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,2 ], "a floor so covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,3 ], "the stalls of a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,4 ], "the main part of the Paris Bourse, where officially listed securities are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,4 ], "traded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,5 ], "(in France) the department of government responsible for the prosecution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,1,5 ], "crimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parquet",1,2,1 ], "to cover a floor with parquet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquetry",1,1,1 ], "a geometric pattern of inlaid pieces of wood, often of different kinds, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parquetry",1,1,1 ], "as used to cover a floor or to ornament furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parr",1,1,1 ], "a salmon up to two years of age, with dark spots and transverse bands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrakeet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of parakeet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parramatta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of paramatta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrel",1,1,1 ], "a ring that holds the jaws of a boom to the mast but lets it slide up and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrel",1,1,1 ], "down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parricide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing either of one's parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parricide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills his or her parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrot fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for psittacosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrot",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the tropical and subtropical order Psittaciformes, having a short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrot",1,1,1 ], "hooked bill, compact body, bright plumage, and an ability to mimic sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parrot",1,1,2 ], "a person who repeats or imitates the words or actions of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrot",1,1,2 ], "unintelligently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parrot",1,2,1 ], "to repeat or imitate mechanically without understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrot-fashion",1,1,1 ], "without regard for meaning; by rote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrotfish",1,1,1 ], "any brightly coloured tropical marine percoid fish of the family Scaridae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parrotfish",1,1,1 ], "having parrot-like jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parrotfish",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parry" ,1, 1, 1],"to ward off (an attack, etc|) by blocking or deflecting, as in fencing",1). c_DEF([ "parry" ,1, 2, 1],"to evade (questions, etc|), esp| adroitly",1). c_DEF([ "parry" ,1, 3, 2],"an act of parrying, esp| (in fencing) using a stroke or circular motion of the",1). c_DEF([ "parry" ,1, 3, 2],"blade",2). c_DEF([ "parry" ,1, 3, 3],"a skilful evasion, as of a question",1). c_DEF([ "parse",1,1,1 ], "to assign constituent structure to (a sentence or the words in a sentence)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parse",1,2,1 ], "(of a word or linguistic element) to play a specified role in the structure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parse",1,2,1 ], "a sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parsec",1,1,1 ], "3|262 light-years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "parsec",1,1,1 ], "a unit of astronomical distance equal to the distance from earth at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsec",1,1,1 ], "stellar parallax would be 1 second of arc; equivalent to 3|0857 X 10'1'6 metres or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parsimony",1,1,1 ], "extreme care or reluctance in spending; frugality; niggardliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsley piert",1,1,1 ], "a small N temperate rosaceous plant, Aphanes arvensis, having fan-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsley piert",1,1,1 ], "leaves and small greenish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parsley",1,1,1 ], "a S European umbelliferous plant, Petroselinum crispum, widely cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsley",1,1,1 ], "its curled aromatic leaves, which are used in cooking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parsley",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related plants, such as fool's-parsley, stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsley",1,1,2 ], "parsley, and cow parsley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parsnip",1,1,1 ], "a strong-scented umbelliferous plant, Pastinaca sativa, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsnip",1,1,1 ], "long whitish root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parsnip",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsnip",1,1,3 ], "any of several similar plants, esp| the cow parsnip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parson bird",1,1,1 ], "another name for tui" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parson",1,1,1 ], "a parish priest in the Church of England, formerly applied only to those who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parson",1,1,1 ], "held ecclesiastical benefices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parson",1,1,2 ], "any clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parson's nose",1,1,1 ], "the fatty extreme end portion of the tail of a fowl when cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parsonage",1,1,1 ], "parish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parsonage",1,1,1 ], "the residence of a parson who is not a rector or vicar, as provided by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part exchange",1,1,1 ], "a transaction in which used goods are taken as partial payment for more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part exchange",1,1,1 ], "expensive ones of the same type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part of speech",1,1,1 ], "a class of words sharing important syntactic or semantic features; a group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part of speech",1,1,1 ], "determiner, adverb, verb, preposition, conjunction, and interjection" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "part of speech",1,1,1 ], "in a sentence| The chief parts of speech in English are noun, pronoun, adjective," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "part of speech",1,1,1 ], "words in a language that may occur in similar positions or fulfil similar functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part song",1,1,1 ], "a song composed in harmonized parts and usually contrapuntal in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part song",1,1,2 ], "a piece of homophonic choral music in which the topmost part carries the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part song",1,1,2 ], "melody" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part work",1,1,1 ], "a series of magazines issued as at weekly or monthly intervals, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part work",1,1,1 ], "designed to be bound together to form a complete course or book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,1 ], "a piece or portion of a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,10 ], "for one's part| as far as one is concerned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,11 ], "in part| to some degree; partly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,12 ], "of many parts| having many different abilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,13 ], "on the part of| on behalf of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,14 ], "part and parcel| an essential ingredient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,15 ], "play a part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,15,1 ], "to pretend to be what one is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,15,2 ], "to have something to do with; be instrumental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,16 ], "take in good part| to respond to (teasing, etc|) with good humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,17 ], "take part in| to participate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,18 ], "take someone's part| to support one person in an argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,2 ], "an integral constituent of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,2,1 ], "an amount less than the whole; bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,3 ], "one of several equal or nearly equal divisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,3,1 ], "an actor's role in a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,3,2 ], "the speech and actions which make up such a role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,3,3 ], "a written copy of these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,4 ], "a person's proper role or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,5 ], "region; area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,6 ], "any portion of a larger structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,7 ], "a component that can be replaced in a machine, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,8 ], "the U|S| word for parting ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,8,1 ], "one of a number of separate melodic lines making up the texture of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,8,2 ], "one of such melodic lines, which is assigned to one or more instrumentalists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,8,2 ], "or singers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,8,3 ], "such a line performed from a separately written or printed copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,1,9 ], "for the most part| generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,10,1 ], "to some extent; partly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,2,1 ], "to divide or separate from one another; take or come apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,2,2 ], "each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,2,2 ], "to go away or cause to go away from one another; stop or cause to stop seeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,3,1 ], "to leave; say goodbye to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,4,1 ], "to relinquish, esp| reluctantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,5,1 ], "cash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,5,1 ], "to cause to relinquish, esp| reluctantly he's not easily parted from his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,6,1 ], "to split; separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,7,1 ], "to arrange (the hair) in such a way that a line of scalp is left showing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,8,1 ], "a euphemism for die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,9,1 ], "to depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,9,2 ], "part company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,9,2,1 ], "to separate from one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part",1,9,2,2 ], "(foll| by with) to leave; go away from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part-off",1,1,1 ], "a screen used to divide off part of a room, such as the eating place of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part-off",1,1,1 ], "parlour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part-time",1,1,1 ], "for less than the entire time appropriate to an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part-time",1,2,1 ], "on a part-time basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part-writing",1,1,1 ], "counterpoint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "part-writing",1,1,1 ], "the aspect of composition concerned with the writing of parts, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partake",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|)(foll| by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partake",1,1,2 ], "to have a share; participate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partake",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by of) to take or receive a portion, esp| of food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partake",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by of) to suggest or have some of the quality (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partake",1,2,1 ], "to share in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partan",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for crab ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parted",1,1,1 ], "divided almost to the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parted",1,1,2 ], "showing two coats of arms divided by a vertical central line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parterre",1,1,1 ], "a formally patterned flower garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parterre",1,1,2 ], "another name for parquet circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parthenocarpy",1,1,1 ], "the development of fruit without fertilization or formation of seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parthenogenesis",1,1,1 ], "a type of reproduction, occurring in some insects and flowers, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parthenogenesis",1,1,1 ], "unfertilized ovum develops directly into a new individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parthenogenesis",1,1,2 ], "human conception without fertilization by a male; virgin birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parti pris",1,1,1 ], "a preconceived opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parti-coloured",1,1,1 ], "having different colours in different parts; variegated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial derivative",1,1,1 ], "the derivative of a function of two or more variables with respect to one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial derivative",1,1,1 ], "the variables, the other or others being considered constant| Written 6f/6x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partial eclipse",1,1,1 ], "an eclipse, esp| of the sun, in which the body is only partially hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial fraction",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of fractions into which a more complicated fraction can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial fraction",1,1,1 ], "resolved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partial pressure",1,1,1 ], "occupied the whole volume occupied by the mixture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partial pressure",1,1,1 ], "the pressure that a gas, in a mixture of gases, would exert if it alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial product",1,1,1 ], "the result obtained when a number is multiplied by one digit of a multiplier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,1,1 ], "relating to only a part; not general or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,1,2 ], "biased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,2,1 ], "having a particular liking (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,2,1,1 ], "constituting part of a larger structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,2,1,2 ], "used for only part of the life cycle of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,2,1,3 ], "(of a parasite) not exclusively parasitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,2,2 ], "designating or relating to an operation in which only one of a set of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,2,2 ], "independent variables is considered at a time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,3,1 ], "any of the component tones of a single musical sound, including both those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,3,1 ], "that belong to the harmonic series of the sound and those that do not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partial",1,3,2 ], "a partial derivative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partiality",1,1,1 ], "favourable prejudice or bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partiality",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by for) liking or fondness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partiality",1,1,3 ], "the state or condition of being partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partible",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of property or an inheritance) divisible separable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "participate",1,1,1 ], "to take part, be or become actively involved, or share (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "participating insurance",1,1,1 ], "a system of insurance by which policyholders receive dividends from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "participating insurance",1,1,1 ], "company's profit or surplus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "participle",1,1,1 ], "a nonfinite form of verbs, in English and other languages, used adjectivally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "participle",1,1,1 ], "and in the formation of certain compound tenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particle separation",1,1,1 ], "a rule that moves the particle of a phrasal verb, thus deriving a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particle separation",1,1,1 ], "answer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "particle separation",1,1,1 ], "like He looked the answer up from a structure that also underlies He looked up the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,1 ], "an extremely small piece of matter; speck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,2 ], "a very tiny amount; iota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,3 ], "a function word, esp| (in certain languages) a word belonging to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,3 ], "uninflected class having suprasegmental or grammatical function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,4 ], "a common affix, such as re-, un-, or -ness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,5 ], "a body with finite mass that can be treated as having negligible size, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,5 ], "internal structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,6 ], "a small piece broken off from the Host at Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particle",1,1,7 ], "a section or clause of a document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particlecelerator",1,1,1 ], "a machine for accelerating charged elementary particles to very high energies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particlecelerator",1,1,1 ], "used for research in nuclear physics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particular average",1,1,1 ], "or one cargo owner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particular average",1,1,1 ], "partial damage to or loss of a ship or its cargo affecting only the shipowner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,1 ], "of or belonging to a single or specific person, thing, category, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,1 ], "specific; special" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,2 ], "exceptional or marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,3 ], "relating to or providing specific details or circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,4 ], "exacting or difficult to please, esp| in details; fussy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,5 ], "(of the solution of a differential equation) obtained by giving specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,5 ], "values to the arbitrary constants in a general equation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,6 ], "(of a proposition) affirming or denying something about only some members of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,6 ], "class of objects, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,7 ], "some men are not wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,9 ], "denoting an estate that precedes the passing of the property into ultimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,1,9 ], "ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,2,1 ], "a separate distinct item that helps to form a generalization: opposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,2,1 ], "general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,2,2 ], "an item of information; detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,2,3 ], "a particular proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particular",1,2,4 ], "in particular| especially, particularly, or exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularism",1,1,1 ], "exclusive attachment to the interests of one group, class, sect, etc|, esp| at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularism",1,1,1 ], "the expense of the community as a whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particularism",1,1,2 ], "the principle of permitting each state or minority in a federation the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularism",1,1,2 ], "to further its own interests or retain its own laws, traditions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particularism",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine that divine grace is restricted to the elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularity",1,1,1 ], "a specific circumstance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularity",1,1,2 ], "great attentiveness to detail; fastidiousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularity",1,1,3 ], "the quality of being precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularity",1,1,4 ], "the state or quality of being particular as opposed to general; individuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularize",1,1,1 ], "to treat in detail; give details (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particularize",1,2,1 ], "to apply to a particular case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particulate",1,1,1 ], "of or made up of separate particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "particulate",1,1,2 ], "emphasis on the role of genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "particulate",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or designating inheritance of characteristics, esp| with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting strip",1,1,1 ], "a thin strip of wood, metal, etc|, used to separate two adjoining materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,1 ], "directions| U|S| equivalent: part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,1 ], "the line of scalp showing when sections of hair are combed in opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,2 ], "the act of separating or the state of being separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,2,1 ], "a departure or leave-taking, esp| one causing a final separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,3 ], "a place or line of separation or division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,4 ], "a division of a crystal along a plane that is not a cleavage plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,1,5 ], "a euphemism for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,2,1 ], "departing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parting",1,2,2 ], "serving to divide or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partisan",1,1,1 ], "an adherent or devotee of a cause, party, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partisan",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of an armed resistance group within occupied territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partisan",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partisan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a partisan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partisan",1,2,2 ], "relating to or excessively devoted to one party, faction, etc|; one-sided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partisan",2,1,1 ], "a spear or pike with a long tapering double-edged blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partita",1,1,1 ], "a type of suite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partite",1,1,1 ], "composed of or divided into a specified number of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partite",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of plant leaves) divided almost to the base to form two or more parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,1 ], "a division into parts; separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,2 ], "something that separates, such as a large screen dividing a room in two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,3 ], "a part or share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,4 ], "a division of property, esp| realty, among joint owners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,5 ], "any of the ways by which an integer can be expressed as a sum of integers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,6 ], "the analysis of a class into its elements or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,7 ], "a structure that divides or separates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,1,8 ], "the second part of a speech where the chief lines of thought are announced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by off) to separate or apportion into sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,2,2 ], "property itself or the proceeds of sale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partition",1,2,2 ], "to divide (property, esp| realty) among joint owners, by dividing either the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partitive",1,1,1 ], "construction; in some inflected languages it would be translated by the genitive case of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "partitive",1,1,1 ], "fraction of what it otherwise refers to| The phrase some of the butter is a partitive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partitive",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a noun involved in a construction refers only to a part or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partitive",1,1,1 ], "noun" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "partitive",1,1,2 ], "serving to separate or divide into parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partitive",1,2,1 ], "a partitive linguistic element or feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partlet",1,1,1 ], "a woman's garment covering the neck and shoulders, worn esp| during the 16th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partlet",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partly",1,1,1 ], "to some extent; not completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partner",1,1,1 ], "an ally or companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partner",1,1,2 ], "a member of a partnership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partner",1,1,3 ], "one of a pair of dancers or players on the same side in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partner",1,1,4 ], "either member of a married couple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partner",1,2,1 ], "to be or cause to be a partner (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partners",1,1,1 ], "a wooden construction around an opening in a deck, as to support a mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partnership",1,1,1,1 ], "a contractual relationship between two or more persons carrying on a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partnership",1,1,1,1 ], "business venture with a view to profit, each incurring liability for losses and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partnership",1,1,1,1 ], "right to share in the profits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "partnership",1,1,1,2 ], "the deed creating such a relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partnership",1,1,1,3 ], "the persons associated in such a relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partnership",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being a partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parton",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical elementary particle postulated as a constituent of neutrons and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parton",1,1,1 ], "protons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partook",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of partake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partridge",1,1,1 ], "Alectoris, etc|, esp| P| perdix family Phasianidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partridge",1,1,1 ], "any of various small Old World gallinaceous game birds of the genera Perdix," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partridge",1,1,2 ], "(pheasants)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partridge",1,1,3 ], "any of various other gallinaceous birds, esp| the bobwhite and ruffed grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partridge-wood",1,1,1 ], "inermis, used for cabinetwork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partridge-wood",1,1,1 ], "the dark striped wood of the tropical American papilionaceous tree, Andira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partridgeberry",1,1,1 ], "a creeping woody rubiaceous plant, Mitchella repens, of E North America with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partridgeberry",1,1,1 ], "small white fragrant flowers and scarlet berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "partridgeberry",1,1,2 ], "the berry of the wintergreen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "partridgeberry",1,1,3 ], "another name for wintergreen ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parts",1,1,1 ], "personal abilities or talents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parts",1,1,2 ], "private parts| Euphemistic| external genital regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parturient",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parturient",1,1,2 ], "giving birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parturient",1,1,3 ], "producing or about to produce a new idea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parturifacient",1,2,1 ], "another word for oxytocic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parturition",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of giving birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party line",1,1,1 ], "a telephone line serving two or more subscribers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party line",1,1,2 ], "expected to subscribe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "party line",1,1,2 ], "the policies or dogma of a political party, etc|, to which all members are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party line",1,1,3 ], "the boundary between adjoining property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party man",1,1,1 ], "a loyal member of a political party, esp| one who is slavishly loyal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party man",1,1,1 ], "extremely devoted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "party politics",1,1,1 ], "or the public good" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "party politics",1,1,1 ], "politics conducted through, by, or for parties, as opposed to other interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party wall",1,1,1 ], "a wall separating two properties or pieces of land and over which each of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party wall",1,1,1 ], "adjoining owners has certain rights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,1,1 ], "a social gathering for pleasure, often held as a celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,1,3 ], "partygoer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,2 ], "a group of people associated in some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,2,1 ], "a group of people organized together to further a common political aim, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,2,1 ], "such as the election of its candidates to public office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,3 ], "the practice of taking sides on public issues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,4 ], "a person, esp| one who participates in some activity such as entering into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,4 ], "contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,5 ], "prosecutor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,1,5 ], "the person or persons taking part in legal proceedings, such as plaintiff or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "party",1,2,1 ], "(of a shield) divided vertically into two colours, metals, or furs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part|",1,1,1 ], "participle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "part|",1,1,2 ], "particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parulis",1,1,1 ], "another name for gumboil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parure",1,1,1 ], "a set of jewels or other ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parve",1,1,1 ], "containing no milk, meat, nor their derivatives, and so admissible for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "parve",1,1,1 ], "with them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "parvenu" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who, having risen socially or economically, is considered to be an",1). c_DEF([ "parvenu" ,1, 1, 1],"upstart or to lack the appropriate refinement for his new position",2). c_DEF([ "parvenu" ,1, 2, 1],"of or characteristic of a parvenu",1). c_DEF([ "parvis",1,1,1 ], "a court or portico in front of a building, esp| a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par|",1,1,1 ], "paragraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par|",1,1,2 ], "parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par|",1,1,3 ], "parenthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "par|",1,1,4 ], "parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pas de chat",1,1,1 ], "a cat-like leap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pas de deux",1,1,1 ], "a sequence for two dancers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pas seul",1,1,1 ], "a dance sequence for one person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pas",1,1,1 ], "a dance step or movement, esp| in ballet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pas",1,1,2 ], "the right to precede; precedence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pascal",1,1,1 ], "10'-'4 pound per square inch| Symbol: Pa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pascal",1,1,1 ], "metre by a force of 1 newton; equivalent to 10 dynes per square centimetre or 1|45 X" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pascal",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of pressure; the pressure exerted on an area of 1 square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paschal flower",1,1,1 ], "another name for pasqueflower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paschal lamb",1,1,1 ], "the lamb killed and eaten on the first day of the Passover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paschal lamb",1,1,2 ], "Christ regarded as this sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pase",1,1,1 ], "a movement of the cape or muleta by a matador to attract the bull's attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pase",1,1,1 ], "and guide its attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pash",1,1,1 ], "infatuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pash",2,1,1 ], "to throw or be thrown and break or be broken to bits; smash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pash",2,2,1 ], "a crushing blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasha",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a provincial governor or other high official of the Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasha",1,1,1 ], "or the modern Egyptian kingdom: placed after a name when used as a title" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pashalik",1,1,1 ], "the province or jurisdiction of a pasha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pashka",1,1,1 ], "a rich Russian dessert made of cottage cheese, cream, almonds, currants, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pashka",1,1,1 ], "set in a special wooden mould and traditionally eaten at Easter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pashm",1,1,1 ], "shawls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pashm",1,1,1 ], "the under-fur of various Tibetan animals, esp| goats, used for Cashmere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paso doble",1,1,1 ], "a modern ballroom dance in fast duple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paso doble",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasqueflower",1,1,1 ], "Pulsatilla vulgaris), of N and Central Europe and W Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pasqueflower",1,1,1 ], "a small purple-flowered ranunculaceous plant, Anemone pulsatilla (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasqueflower",1,1,2 ], "any of several related North American plants, such as A| patens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasquinade" ,1, 1, 1],"an abusive lampoon or satire, esp| one posted in a public place",1). c_DEF([ "pasquinade" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to ridicule with pasquinade",1). c_DEF([ "pass band",1,1,1 ], "circuit, filter, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass band",1,1,1 ], "the band of frequencies that is transmitted with maximum efficiency through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass by",1,1,1 ], "to go or move past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass by",1,2,1 ], "to overlook or disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass law",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a law restricting the movement of Black Africans, esp| from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass law",1,1,1 ], "rural to urban areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass off",1,1,1 ], "to be or cause to be accepted or circulated in a false character or identity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass off",1,2,1 ], "to come to a gradual end; disappear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass off",1,2,2 ], "this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass off",1,2,2 ], "to emit (a substance) as a gas or vapour, or (of a substance) to be emitted in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass off",1,3,1 ], "to take place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass off",1,4,1 ], "to set aside or disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass out",1,1,1 ], "to become unconscious; faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass out",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of an officer cadet) to qualify for a military commission, etc| complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass out",1,2,1 ], "a course of training satisfactorily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass out",1,3,1 ], "to distribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass over",1,1,1 ], "to take no notice of; disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass over",1,2,1 ], "to disregard (something bad or embarrassing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass up",1,1,1 ], "to refuse or reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass up",1,1,2 ], "to take no notice of (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,1,1 ], "out-of-date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,1,1 ], "to go onwards or move by or past (a person, thing, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,1,2 ], "past the prime; faded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,1,2 ], "to run, extend, or lead through, over, or across (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,1,3 ], "to go through or cause to go through (an obstacle or barrier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,1,4 ], "to move or cause to move onwards or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,10,1 ], "to fail to declare (a dividend)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,11,1 ], "(of a court, jury, etc|) to sit in judgment adjudicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,11,2 ], "to hit, kick, or throw (the ball, etc|) to another player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,11,3 ], "bring to pass| Archaic| to cause to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,11,4 ], "come to pass| Archaic| to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,1 ], "the act of passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,1,1 ], "a route through a range of mountains where the summit is lower or where there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,1,1 ], "is a gap between peaks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,1,2 ], "the Simplon Pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,10 ], "the act of passing (making no bid)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,11 ], "another word for pase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,12 ], "a witty sally or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,2 ], "a way through any difficult region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,3 ], "a permit, licence, or authorization to do something without restriction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,3,1 ], "a document allowing entry to and exit from a military installation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,3,1 ], "but not as high as honours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,3,1 ], "the passing of a college or university examination to a satisfactory standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,3,2 ], "a document authorizing leave of absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,4 ], "a dive, sweep, or bombing or landing run by an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,5 ], "a motion of the hand or of a wand as a prelude to or part of a conjuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,5 ], "trick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,6 ], "an attempt, in words or action, to invite sexual intimacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,7 ], "a state of affairs or condition, esp| a bad or difficult one (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,7 ], "phrase a pretty pass)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,8 ], "the transfer of a ball, etc|, from one player to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,12,9 ], "a thrust or lunge with a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,13,1 ], "a call indicating that a player has no bid to make|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,2,1 ], "to go beyond or exceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,2,2 ], "examination, course, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,2,2 ], "to gain or cause to gain an adequate or required mark, grade, or rating in (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by away or by) to elapse or allow to elapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,2,4 ], "particular purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,2,4 ], "pass the time of day to spend time amicably, esp| in chatting, with no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,3,1 ], "to take place or happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,3,2 ], "to speak or exchange or be spoken or exchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,3,3 ], "to spread or cause to spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,3,4 ], "to transfer or exchange or be transferred or exchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,4,1 ], "to undergo change or transition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,4,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by down) to transfer or be transferred by inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,4,3 ], "legislative body, person of authority, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,4,3 ], "to agree to or sanction or to be agreed to or receive the sanction of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,5,1 ], "(of a legislative measure) to undergo (a procedural stage) and be agreed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,5,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by on or upon) to pronounce or deliver (judgment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,5,2 ], "findings, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,5,3 ], "to go or allow to go without comment or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,6,1 ], "bid or a play in card games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,6,1 ], "to opt not to exercise a right, as by not answering a question or not making a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,6,2 ], "to discharge (urine, etc|) from the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,7,1 ], "to come to an end or disappear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,8,1 ], "to be likely to be mistaken for or accepted as (someone or something else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass",1,9,1 ], "a euphemism for die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passable",1,1,1 ], "adequate, fair, or acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passable",1,1,2 ], "(of an obstacle) capable of being passed or crossed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passable",1,1,3 ], "(of currency) valid for general circulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passable",1,1,4 ], "(of a proposed law) able to be ratified or enacted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passably",1,1,1 ], "fairly; somewhat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passably",1,1,2 ], "acceptably; well enough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passacaglia",1,1,1 ], "an old Spanish dance in slow triple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passacaglia",1,1,2 ], "a slow instrumental piece characterized by a series of variations on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passacaglia",1,1,2 ], "particular theme played over a repeated bass part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passade",1,1,1 ], "the act of moving back and forth in the same place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage hawk",1,1,1 ], "a young hawk or falcon caught while on migration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage work",1,1,1 ], "but provide an opportunity for virtuoso display" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passage work",1,1,1 ], "scales, runs, etc|, in a piece of music which have no structural significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,1 ], "a channel, opening, etc|, through or by which a person may pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,10 ], "an exchange or interchange, as of blows, words, etc| (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,10 ], "passage at arms)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,2 ], "a section or division of a piece, movement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,3 ], "a way, as in a hall or lobby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,4 ], "a section of a written work, speech, etc|, esp| one of moderate length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,5 ], "a journey, esp| by ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of passing from one place, condition, etc|, to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,7 ], "the permission, right, or freedom to pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,8 ], "the enactment of a law or resolution by a legislative or deliberative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",1,1,9 ], "an evacuation of the bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",2,1,1 ], "a sideways walk in which diagonal pairs of feet are lifted alternatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",2,1,2 ], "a cadenced lofty trot, the moment of suspension being clearly defined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passage",2,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move at a passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passageway",1,1,1 ], "a way, esp| one in or between buildings; passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passant",1,1,1 ], "(of a beast) walking, with the right foreleg raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passbook",1,1,1 ], "a book for keeping a record of withdrawals from and payments into a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passbook",1,1,1 ], "society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passbook",1,1,2 ], "another name for bankbook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passbook",1,1,3 ], "a customer's book in which is recorded by a trader a list of credit sales to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passbook",1,1,3 ], "that customer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passbook",1,1,4 ], "an official document serving to identify the bearer, his race, his residence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passbook",1,1,4 ], "and his employment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passe-partout",1,1,1 ], "a mounting for a picture in which strips of strong gummed paper are used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passe-partout",1,1,1 ], "bind together the glass, picture and backing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passe-partout",1,1,2 ], "the gummed paper used for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passe-partout",1,1,3 ], "a mat, often decorated, on which a photograph, etc|, is mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passe-partout",1,1,4 ], "something that secures entry everywhere, esp| a master key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passel",1,1,1 ], "a group or quantity of no fixed number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passementerie",1,1,1 ], "a decorative trimming of gimp, cord, beads, braid, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passenger pigeon",1,1,1 ], "a gregarious North American pigeon, Ectopistes migratorius: became extinct at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passenger pigeon",1,1,1 ], "the beginning of the 20th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passenger",1,1,1,1 ], "a person travelling in a car, train, boat, etc|, not driven by him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passenger",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passenger",1,1,2 ], "a member of a group or team who is a burden on the others through not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passenger",1,1,2 ], "participating fully in the work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passenger",1,1,3 ], "a wayfarer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passepied",1,1,1 ], "a lively minuet of Breton origin, in triple time, popular in the 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passepied",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passer-by",1,1,1 ], "a person that is passing or going by, esp| on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passerine",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the perching habit: includes the larks, finches, crows, thrushes, starlings," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passerine",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "passerine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Passeriformes, an order of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passerine",1,2,1 ], "any bird belonging to the order Passeriformes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passible",1,1,1 ], "susceptible to emotion or suffering; able to feel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passifloraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Passifloraceae, a tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passifloraceous",1,1,1 ], "petals and threadlike parts forming a dense mass (corona) around the central disc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "passifloraceous",1,1,1 ], "subtropical family of climbing plants including the passion flowers: the flowers have five" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passim",1,1,1 ], "frequently in the work cited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passim",1,1,1 ], "here and there; throughout: used to indicate that what is referred to occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing bell",1,1,1 ], "a bell rung to announce a death or a funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing note",1,1,1 ], "a nonharmonic note through which a melody passes from one harmonic note to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing note",1,1,1 ], "next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passing shot",1,1,1 ], "a winning shot hit outside an opponent's reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing",1,1,1 ], "transitory or momentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing",1,1,2 ], "cursory or casual in action or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing",1,3,1 ], "to an extreme degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing",1,4,1 ], "a place where or means by which one may pass, cross, ford, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing",1,4,2 ], "a euphemistic word for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passing",1,4,3 ], "in passing| by the way; incidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion fruit",1,1,1 ], "the edible fruit of any of various passionflowers, esp| granadilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,1 ], "ardent love or affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,2 ], "intense sexual love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,3 ], "a strong affection or enthusiasm for an object, concept, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,4 ], "any strongly felt emotion, such as love, hate, envy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,5 ], "the object of an intense desire, ardent affection, or enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,6 ], "an outburst expressing intense emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,7 ], "the state of being acted upon by external forces, esp| by those that are false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,7 ], "to one's nature as a rational being: usually contrasted with action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passion",1,1,8 ], "the sufferings and death of a Christian martyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passional",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or due to passion or the passions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passional",1,2,1 ], "a book recounting the sufferings of Christian martyrs or saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passionate",1,1,1 ], "manifesting or exhibiting intense sexual feeling or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passionate",1,1,2 ], "capable of, revealing, or characterized by intense emotion " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passionate",1,1,3 ], "easily roused to anger; quick-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passionflower",1,1,1 ], "any passifloraceous plant of the tropical American genus Passiflora," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passionflower",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for their red, yellow, greenish, or purple showy flowers: some species have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passionflower",1,1,1 ], "edible fruit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "passionless",1,1,1 ], "empty of emotion or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passionless",1,1,2 ], "calm and detached; dispassionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive obedience",1,1,1 ], "unquestioning obedience to authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive obedience",1,1,2 ], "the surrender of a person's will to another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive resistance",1,1,1 ], "demonstrating peacefully, or refusing to cooperate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passive resistance",1,1,1 ], "resistance to a government, law, etc|, made without violence, as by fasting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,1 ], "not active or not participating perceptibly in an activity, organization, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,2 ], "unresisting and receptive to external forces; submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,3 ], "not working or operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,4 ], "affected or acted upon by an external object or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,5 ], "as was broken in the sentence The glass was broken by a boy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,5 ], "denoting a voice of verbs in sentences in which the grammatical subject is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,5 ], "the logical subject but rather the recipient of the action described by the verb," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,6 ], "(of a substance, esp| a metal) apparently chemically unreactive, usually as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,6 ], "result of the formation of a thin protective layer that prevents further reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,6,1 ], "containing no source of power and therefore capable only of attenuating a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,6,1 ], "signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,6,2 ], "not capable of amplifying a signal or controlling a function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,1,7 ], "(of a bond, share, debt, etc|) yielding no interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,2,1,1 ], "the passive voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passive",1,2,1,2 ], "a passive verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passivism",1,1,1 ], "the theory, belief, or practice of passive resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passivism",1,1,2 ], "the quality, characteristics, or fact of being passive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passkey",1,1,1 ], "any of various keys, esp| a latchkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passkey",1,1,2 ], "another term for master key or skeleton key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passport",1,1,1 ], "an official document issued by a government, identifying an individual," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passport",1,1,1 ], "governments for him" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "passport",1,1,1 ], "granting him permission to travel abroad, and requesting the protection of other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passport",1,1,2 ], "a licence granted by a state to a foreigner, allowing the passage of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passport",1,1,2 ], "person or goods through the country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "passport",1,1,3 ], "another word for sea letter ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passport",1,1,4 ], "a quality, asset, etc|, that gains a person admission or acceptance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "passus",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in medieval literature) a division or section of a poem, story, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "password",1,1,1 ], "a secret word, phrase, etc|, that ensures admission or acceptance by proving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "password",1,1,1 ], "identity, membership, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "password",1,1,2 ], "an action, quality, etc|, that gains admission or acceptance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass|",1,1,1 ], "passive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass|",1,1,2 ], "passenger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pass|",1,1,3 ], "passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past master",1,1,1 ], "a person with talent for, or experience in, a particular activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past master",1,1,2 ], "a person who has held the office of master in a guild, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past participle",1,1,1 ], "English and other languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "past participle",1,1,1 ], "a participial form of verbs used to modify a noun that is logically the object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past participle",1,1,1 ], "of a verb, also used in certain compound tenses and passive forms of the verb in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "past perfect",1,1,1 ], "already occurred at the time of the action of a main verb that is itself in a past" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "past perfect",1,1,1 ], "denoting a tense of verbs used in relating past events where the action had" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past perfect",1,1,1 ], "tense| In English this is a compound tense formed with had plus the past participle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "past perfect",1,2,1,1 ], "the past perfect tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past perfect",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,1,1 ], "completed, finished, and no longer in existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,1,2 ], "denoting or belonging to all or a segment of the time that has elapsed at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,1,2 ], "present moment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,1,3 ], "denoting a specific unit of time that immediately precedes the present one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,1,4 ], "denoting a person who has held and relinquished an office or position; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,1,5 ], "denoting any of various tenses of verbs that are used in describing actions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,1,5 ], "events, or states that have been begun or completed at the time of utterance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,2,1 ], "the past| the period of time or a segment of it that has elapsed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,2,2 ], "the history, experience, or background of a nation, person, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,2,3 ], "an earlier period of someone's life, esp| one that contains events kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,2,3 ], "secret or regarded as disreputable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,2,3,1 ], "a past tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,2,3,2 ], "a verb in a past tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,3,1 ], "at a specified or unspecified time before the present; ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,3,2 ], "on or onwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,1 ], "beyond in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,2 ], "beyond in place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,3 ], "moving beyond; in a direction that passes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,4 ], "beyond or above the reach, limit, or scope of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,5 ], "beyond or above in number or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,6 ], "past it| Informal| unable to perform the tasks one could do when one was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,6 ], "younger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "past",1,4,7 ], "not put it past someone| to consider a person capable of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasta",1,1,1 ], "any of several variously shaped edible preparations made from a flour and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasta",1,1,1 ], "water dough, such as spaghetti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,1 ], "a mixture or material of a soft or malleable consistency, such as toothpaste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,2 ], "an adhesive made from water and flour or starch, used for joining pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,2 ], "paper, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,3 ], "a preparation of food, such as meat, that has been powdered to a creamy mass," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,3 ], "for spreading on bread, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,4 ], "any of various sweet doughy confections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,5 ], "dough, esp| when prepared with shortening, as for making pastry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,5,1 ], "strass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,6 ], "a hard shiny glass used for making imitation gems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,6,2 ], "an imitation gem made of this glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,1,7 ], "the combined ingredients of porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by on or onto) to attach by or as if by using paste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by with) to cover (a surface) with paper, etc|, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste",1,2,2 ], "attached with an adhesive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paste",2,1,1 ], "to hit, esp| with the fists; punch or beat soundly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste-up",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of paper or board on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paste-up",1,1,1 ], "which are pasted artwork, proofs, etc|, for photographing prior to making a plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paste-up",1,1,2 ], "another name for collage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteboard",1,1,1,1 ], "a stiff board formed from layers of paper or pulp pasted together, esp| as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteboard",1,1,1,1 ], "used in bookbinding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pasteboard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteboard",1,1,2 ], "a board on which pastry dough is rolled out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteboard",1,1,3 ], "a card or ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteboard",1,2,1 ], "flimsy or fake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,1,1 ], "a substance made of ground pigment bound with gum, used for making sticks for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,1,1 ], "drawing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,1,2 ], "a crayon of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,1,3 ], "a drawing done in such crayons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,2 ], "the medium or technique of pastel drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,3 ], "a pale delicate colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,4 ], "a light prose work, esp| a poetic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,1,5 ], "another name for woad (the dye and plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastel",1,2,1 ], "(of a colour) pale; delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastern",1,1,1 ], "the part of a horse's foot between the fetlock and the hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastern",1,1,2 ], "either of the two bones that constitute this part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurism",1,1,1 ], "a method of securing immunity from rabies in a person who has been bitten by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurism",1,1,1 ], "infected spinal cord of a rabbit that died of rabies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurism",1,1,1 ], "rabid animal, by daily injections of progressively virulent suspensions of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurism",1,1,2 ], "a similar method of treating patients with other viral infections by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurism",1,1,2 ], "serial injection of progressively virulent suspensions of the causative virus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurization",1,1,1 ], "foods, such as cheese or crab meat, to destroy harmful or undesirable microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurization",1,1,1 ], "or to limit the rate of fermentation by the application of controlled heat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurization",1,1,1 ], "the process of heating beverages, such as milk, beer, wine, or cider, or solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurize",1,1,1 ], "to subject (milk, beer, etc|) to pasteurization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurize",1,1,2 ], "to subject (a patient) to pasteurism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurizer",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for pasteurizing substances (esp| milk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasteurizer",1,1,2 ], "a person who carries out pasteurization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastiche",1,1,1 ], "a work of art that mixes styles, materials, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastiche",1,1,2 ], "a work of art in the style of another artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastille",1,1,1 ], "a small flavoured or medicated lozenge for chewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastille",1,1,2 ], "an aromatic substance burnt to fumigate the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastille",1,1,3 ], "a small coated paper disc formerly used to estimate the dose or intensity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastille",1,1,3 ], "radiation (esp| of x-rays): it changes colour when exposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastille",1,1,4 ], "a variant of pastel ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastime",1,1,1 ], "an activity or entertainment which makes time pass pleasantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastis",1,1,1 ], "an anise-flavoured alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastor",1,1,1 ], "a clergyman or priest in charge of a congregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastor",1,1,2 ], "a person who exercises spiritual guidance over a number of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastor",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for shepherd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastor",1,1,4 ], "an S Asian starling, Sturnus roseus, having glossy black head and wings and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastor",1,1,4 ], "pale pink body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,1 ], "of, characterized by, or depicting rural life, scenery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,2 ], "(of a literary work) dealing with an idealized form of rural existence in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,2 ], "conventional way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,3 ], "(of land) used for pasture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,4 ], "clergyman or priest to his congregation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to the branch of theology dealing with the duties of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,5 ], "duties as such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to a clergyman or priest in charge of a congregation or his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to shepherds, their work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,2,1 ], "a literary work or picture portraying rural life, esp| the lives of shepherds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,2,1 ], "in an idealizing way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,2,2 ], "a variant spelling of pastorale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,2,2,1 ], "a letter from a clergyman to the people under his charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,2,2,2 ], "the letter of a bishop to the clergy or people of his diocese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,2,2,3 ], "pastoral responsibilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastoral",1,2,2,3 ], "pastoral staff| the crosier or staff carried by a bishop as a symbol of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastorale",1,1,1 ], "a composition evocative of rural life, characterized by moderate compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastorale",1,1,1 ], "duple or quadruple time and sometimes a droning accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pastorale",1,1,2 ], "a musical play based on a rustic story, popular during the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastoralist",1,1,1 ], "a grazier or land-holder raising sheep, cattle, etc|, on a large scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastorate",1,1,1 ], "the office or term of office of a pastor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastorate",1,1,2 ], "a body of pastors; pastors collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastrami",1,1,1 ], "highly seasoned smoked beef, esp| prepared from a shoulder cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastry cream",1,1,1 ], "a creamy custard, often flavoured, used as a filling for eclairs, flans, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastry",1,1,1 ], "a dough of flour, water, shortening and sometimes other ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastry",1,1,2 ], "baked foods, such as tarts, made with this dough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pastry",1,1,3 ], "an individual cake or pastry pie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasturage",1,1,1 ], "the right to graze or the business of grazing cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasturage",1,1,2 ], "another word for pasture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasture",1,1,1 ], "land covered with grass or herbage and grazed by or suitable for grazing by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasture",1,1,1 ], "livestock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pasture",1,1,2 ], "a specific tract of such land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasture",1,1,3 ], "the grass or herbage growing on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasture",1,2,1 ], "to cause (livestock) to graze or (of livestock) to graze (a pasture)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasty",1,1,1 ], "of or like the colour, texture, etc|, of paste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasty",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the complexion) pale or unhealthy-looking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasty",1,2,2 ], "either one of a pair of small round coverings for the nipples used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pasty",1,2,2 ], "striptease dancers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pasty",2,1,1 ], "a round of pastry folded over a filling of meat, vegetables, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,1,1 ], "to hit (something) lightly with the palm of the hand or some other flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,1,2 ], "affection, congratulation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,1,2 ], "to slap (a person or animal) gently, esp| on the back, as an expression of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,2,1 ], "to shape, smooth, etc|, with a flat instrument or the palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,3,1 ], "to walk or run with light footsteps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,3,2 ], "pat on the back| Informal| to congratulate or encourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,4,1 ], "a light blow with something flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,4,2 ], "a gentle slap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,4,3 ], "a small mass of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,4,4 ], "the sound made by a light stroke or light footsteps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,4,5 ], "encouragement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pat",1,4,5 ], "pat on the back| Informal| a gesture or word indicating approval or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,1,1 ], "exactly or fluently memorized or mastered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,1,2 ], "opportunely or aptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,1,3 ], "stand pat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,1,3,1 ], "Chiefly U|S| to refuse to abandon a belief, decision, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,1,3,2 ], "(in poker, etc|) to play without adding new cards to the hand dealt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,2,1 ], "exactly right for the occasion; apt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,2,2 ], "too exactly fitting; glib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",2,2,3 ], "exactly right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat",3,1,1 ], "Austral| informal| alone; on one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patagium",1,1,1 ], "a web of skin between the neck, limbs, and tail in bats and gliding mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patagium",1,1,1 ], "that functions as a wing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patagium",1,1,2 ], "a membranous fold of skin connecting margins of a bird's wing to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patagium",1,1,2 ], "shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patch board",1,1,1 ], "a device with a large number of sockets into which electrical plugs can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch board",1,1,1 ], "computer systems, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "patch board",1,1,1 ], "inserted to form many different temporary circuits: used in telephone exchanges," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patch pocket",1,1,1 ], "a pocket on the outside of a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch test",1,1,1 ], "a test to detect an allergic reaction by applying small amounts of a suspected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch test",1,1,1 ], "substance to the skin and then examining the area for signs of irritation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of material used to mend a garment, etc|, or to make a patchwork," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,1,1 ], "sewn-on pocket, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,10 ], "strike or hit a bad patch| to have a difficult time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,2 ], "a small piece, area, expanse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,2,1 ], "a small plot of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,2,2 ], "its produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,3 ], "any discoloured area on the skin, mucous membranes, etc|, usually being one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,3 ], "sign of a specific disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,3,1 ], "a protective covering for an injured eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,3,2 ], "any protective dressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,4 ], "an imitation beauty spot made of black or coloured silk, etc|, worn by both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,4 ], "sexes, esp| in the 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,5 ], "an identifying piece of fabric worn on the shoulder of a uniform, on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,5 ], "vehicle, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,6 ], "a small contrasting section or stretch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,7 ], "a scrap; remnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,8 ], "a small set of instructions to correct or improve a computer program" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,1,9 ], "not a patch on| not nearly as good as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,2,1 ], "to mend or supply (a garment, etc|) with a patch or patches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,2,2 ], "to put together or produce with patches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,2,3 ], "(of material) to serve as a patch to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by up) to mend hurriedly or in a makeshift way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,2,5 ], "(often foll| by up) to make (up) or settle (a quarrel, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patch",1,2,6 ], "to connect (electric circuits) together temporarily by means of a patch board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patchouli",1,1,1 ], "any of several Asiatic trees of the genus Pogostemon, the leaves of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patchouli",1,1,1 ], "yield a heavy fragrant oil: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patchouli",1,1,2 ], "the perfume made from this oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patchwork",1,1,1 ], "needlework done by sewing pieces of different materials together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patchwork",1,1,2 ], "something, such as a theory, made up of various parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patchy",1,1,1 ], "patchier, patchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patchy",1,1,2 ], "irregular in quality, occurrence, intensity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patchy",1,1,3 ], "having or forming patches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patd|",1,1,1 ], "patented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pate",1,1,1 ], "the head, esp| with reference to baldness or (in facetious use) intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patella",1,1,1 ], "Nontechnical name: kneecap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patella",1,1,1 ], "a small flat triangular bone in front of and protecting the knee joint|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patella",1,1,2 ], "a cuplike structure, such as the spore-producing body of certain ascomycetous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patella",1,1,2 ], "fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patella",1,1,3 ], "a small pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patellate",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a patella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paten" ,1, 1, 1],"patin, or patine n",1). c_DEF([ "paten" ,1, 1, 2],"a plate, usually made of silver or gold, esp| the plate on which the bread is",1). c_DEF([ "paten" ,1, 1, 2],"placed in the Eucharist",2). c_DEF([ "patency",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patency",1,1,2 ], "the state of a bodily passage, duct, etc|, of being open or unobstructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patency",1,1,3 ], "of a speech sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patency",1,1,3 ], "the degree to which the vocal tract remains unobstructed in the articulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent leather",1,1,1 ], "leather or imitation leather processed with lacquer to give a hard glossy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent leather",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patent log",1,1,1 ], "any of several mechanical devices for measuring the speed of a vessel and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent log",1,1,1 ], "distance travelled, consisting typically of a trailing rotor that registers its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patent log",1,1,1 ], "rotations on a meter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "patent medicine",1,1,1 ], "a medicine, usually of low potency; protected by a patent and available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent medicine",1,1,1 ], "without a doctor's prescription" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patent right",1,1,1 ], "the exclusive right granted by a patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent still",1,1,1 ], "a type of still in which the distillation is continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,1,1 ], "a government grant to an inventor assuring him the sole right to make, use," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,1,1 ], "and sell his invention for a limited period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,1,2 ], "a document conveying such a grant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,2 ], "an invention, privilege, etc|, protected by a patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,2,1 ], "an official document granting a right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,2,2 ], "any right granted by such a document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,3,1 ], "a grant by the government of title to public lands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,3,2 ], "the instrument by which such title is granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,3,3 ], "the land so granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,1,4 ], "a sign that one possesses a certain quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,1 ], "open or available for inspection (esp| in the phrases letters patent, patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,1 ], "writ)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,2 ], "obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,3 ], "concerning protection, appointment, etc|, of or by a patent or patents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,4 ], "proprietary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,5 ], "(esp| of a bodily passage or duct) being open or unobstructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,6 ], "spreading out widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,2,7 ], "(of plate glass) ground and polished on both sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,3,1 ], "to obtain a patent for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,3,2 ], "to grant (public land, etc|) by a patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,3,3 ], "that allows cold working" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patent",1,3,3 ], "to heat (a metal) above a transformation temperature and cool it at a rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patentee",1,1,1 ], "a person, group, company, etc|, that has been granted a patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patently",1,1,1 ], "obviously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patentor",1,1,1 ], "a person who or official body that grants a patent or patents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pater",1,1,1 ], "public school slang| another word for father: now chiefly used facetiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paterfamilias",1,1,1 ], "the male head of a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paterfamilias",1,1,1,1 ], "the head of a household having authority over its members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paterfamilias",1,1,1,2 ], "the parental or other authority of another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternal",1,1,1 ], "encouragement, etc|; fatherly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paternal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of a father, esp| in showing affection," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternal",1,1,2 ], "related through the father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternal",1,1,3 ], "inherited or derived from the male parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternalism",1,1,1 ], "affairs of a country, company, community, etc|, in the manner of a father, esp| in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paternalism",1,1,1 ], "the attitude or policy of a government or other authority that manages the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternalism",1,1,1 ], "usurping individual responsibility and the liberty of choice" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "paternity suit",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| or nontechnical term for affiliation proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternity",1,1,1,1 ], "the fact or state of being a father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternity",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternity",1,1,2 ], "descent or derivation from a father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternity",1,1,3 ], "authorship or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternoster",1,1,1 ], "the Paternoster is recited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paternoster",1,1,1 ], "the beads at the ends of each decade of the rosary marking the points at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternoster",1,1,2 ], "any fixed form of words used as a prayer or charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternoster",1,1,3 ], "a type of fishing tackle in which short lines and hooks are attached at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternoster",1,1,3 ], "intervals to the main line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paternoster",1,1,4 ], "a type of lift in which platforms are attached to continuous chains| The lift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paternoster",1,1,4 ], "does not stop at each floor but passengers enter while it is moving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "path",1,1,1 ], "a road or way, esp| a narrow trodden track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "path",1,1,2 ], "a surfaced walk, as through a garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "path",1,1,3 ], "the course or direction in which something moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "path",1,1,4 ], "a course of conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathetic fallacy",1,1,1 ], "(in literature) the presentation of nature, etc|, as possessing human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathetic fallacy",1,1,1 ], "feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pathetic",1,1,1 ], "evoking or expressing pity, sympathy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathetic",1,1,2 ], "distressingly inadequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathetic",1,1,3 ], "uninteresting; worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathetic",1,1,4 ], "of or affecting the feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathetic",1,2,1 ], "pathetic sentiments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathfinder",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or finds a way, esp| through unexplored areas or fields of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathfinder",1,1,1 ], "knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pathfinder",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft or parachutist who indicates a target area by dropping flares," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathfinder",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pathfinder",1,1,3 ], "a radar device used for navigation or homing onto a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathic",1,1,1 ], "a catamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathic",1,1,2 ], "a person who suffers; victim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a catamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patho-",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathogen",1,1,1 ], "any agent that can cause disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the origin, development, and resultant effects of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathogenic",1,1,1 ], "able to cause or produce disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathognomonic",1,1,1 ], "characteristic or indicative of a particular disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathognomy",1,1,1 ], "study or knowledge of the passions or emotions or their manifestations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathological",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to pathology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathological",1,1,2 ], "relating to, involving, or caused by disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathological",1,1,3 ], "compulsively motivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathology",1,1,1 ], "disease, including the changes occurring as a result of disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pathology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the cause, origin, and nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathology",1,1,2 ], "the manifestations of disease, esp| changes occurring in tissues or organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathology",1,1,3 ], "any variant or deviant condition from normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathol|",1,1,1 ], "pathological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathol|",1,1,2 ], "pathology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathos",1,1,1 ], "pity, sorrow, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pathos",1,1,1 ], "the quality or power, esp| in literature or speech, of arousing feelings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathos",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of sympathy or pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathos",1,1,3 ], "a condition of misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathway",1,1,1 ], "another word for path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pathway",1,1,2 ], "a chain of reactions associated with a particular metabolic process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "path| ",1,1,1 ], "pathological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "path| ",1,1,2 ], "pathology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patience",1,1,1 ], "tolerant and even-tempered perseverance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patience",1,1,2 ], "the capacity for calmly enduring pain, trying situations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patience",1,1,3 ], "any of various card games for one player only, in which the cards may be laid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patience",1,1,3 ], "out in various combinations as the player tries to use up the whole pack| U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patience",1,1,3 ], "word: solitaire" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "patience",1,1,4 ], "permission; sufferance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patient",1,1,1 ], "enduring trying circumstances with even temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patient",1,1,2 ], "tolerant; understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patient",1,1,3 ], "capable of accepting delay with equanimity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patient",1,1,4 ], "persevering or diligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patient",1,1,5 ], "admitting of a certain interpretation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patient",1,2,1 ], "a person who is receiving medical care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patient",1,2,2 ], "a person or thing that is the recipient of some action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patin",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of paten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patina",1,1,1 ], "a film of oxide formed on the surface of a metal, esp| the green oxidation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patina",1,1,1 ], "bronze or copper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patina",1,1,2 ], "any fine layer on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patina",1,1,3 ], "the sheen on a surface that is caused by long handling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patina",2,1,1 ], "a broad shallow dish used in ancient Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patio",1,1,1 ], "an open inner courtyard, esp| one in a Spanish or Spanish-American house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patio",1,1,2 ], "activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patio",1,1,2 ], "an area adjoining a house, esp| one that is paved and used for outdoor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patisserie",1,1,1 ], "a shop where fancy pastries are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patisserie",1,1,2 ], "such pastries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patois",1,1,1 ], "an unwritten regional dialect of a language, esp| of French, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patois",1,1,1 ], "considered substandard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patri-",1,1,1 ], "father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrial",1,1,1 ], "a person who has rights of nationality by virtue of the birth of a parent or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrial",1,1,1 ], "grandparents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,1 ], "the male head of a tribe or family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,10 ], "the oldest or most venerable member of a group, community, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,11 ], "a person regarded as the founder of a community, tradition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,2 ], "a very old or venerable man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,3 ], "any of a number of persons regarded as the fathers of the human race, divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,3 ], "into the antediluvian patriarchs, from Adam to Noah, and the postdiluvian, from Noah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,3 ], "to Abraham" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,4 ], "any of the three ancestors of the Hebrew people: Abraham, Isaac, or Jacob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,5 ], "Israel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,5 ], "any of Jacob's twelve sons, regarded as the ancestors of the twelve tribes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,6 ], "Alexandria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,6 ], "the bishop of one of several principal sees, esp| those of Rome, Antioch, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,7 ], "Alexandria, and Jerusalem, and also of Russia, Rumania, and Serbia, the bishop of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,7 ], "Constantinople (the ecumenical Patriarch) being highest in dignity among these" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,7 ], "the bishops of the four ancient principal sees of Constantinople, Antioch," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,7,1 ], "a title given to the Pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,7,2 ], "a title given to a number of bishops, esp| of the Uniat Churches, indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,7,2 ], "their rank as immediately below that of the Pope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,8 ], "another word for Evangelist ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,9 ], "of certain other non-Orthodox Churches in the East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarch",1,1,9 ], "the head of the Coptic, Armenian, Syrian Jacobite, or Nestorian Churches, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarchal cross",1,1,1 ], "a cross with two high horizontal bars, the upper one shorter than the lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarchate",1,1,1 ], "the office, jurisdiction, province, or residence of a patriarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarchate",1,1,2 ], "a family or people under male domination or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarchy",1,1,1 ], "a form of social organization in which a male is the head of the family and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriarchy",1,1,1 ], "descent, kinship, and title are traced through the male line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patriarchy",1,1,2 ], "any society governed by such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,1 ], "a member of the hereditary aristocracy of ancient Rome| In the early republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,1 ], "the patricians held almost all the higher offices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,2 ], "a high nonhereditary title awarded by Constantine and his eastern Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,2 ], "successors for services to the empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,3 ], "(in medieval Europe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,3,1 ], "a title borne by numerous princes including several emperors from the 8th to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,3,1 ], "the 12th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,3,2 ], "a member of the upper class in numerous Italian republics and German free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,3,2 ], "cities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,4 ], "an aristocrat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,1,5 ], "a person of refined conduct, tastes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,2,1 ], "(esp| in ancient Rome) of, relating to, or composed of patricians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,2,2 ], "aristocratic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrician",1,2,3 ], "oligarchic and often antidemocratic or nonpopular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriciate",1,1,1 ], "the dignity, position, or rank of a patrician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriciate",1,1,2 ], "the class or order of patricians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patricide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing one's father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patricide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills his father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriclinous" ,1, 1, 1],"patroclinous, or patroclinaladj",1). c_DEF([ "patriclinous" ,1, 1, 2],"(of animals and plants) showing the characters of the male parent",1). c_DEF([ "patrilineal",1,1,1 ], "tracing descent, kinship, or title through the male line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrilocal",1,1,1 ], "having or relating to a marriage pattern in which the couple live with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrilocal",1,1,1 ], "husband's family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patrimony",1,1,1 ], "an inheritance from one's father or other ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrimony",1,1,2 ], "the endowment of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriot",1,1,1 ], "a person who vigorously supports his country and its way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patriotism",1,1,1 ], "devotion to one's own country and concern for its defence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patristic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Fathers of the Church, their writings, or the study of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patristic",1,1,1 ], "these" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patrol car",1,1,1 ], "a police car with a radio telephone used for patrolling streets and motorways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrol wagon",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for Black Maria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrol" ,1, 1, 1],"purposes of security or observation",2). c_DEF([ "patrol" ,1, 1, 1],"the action of going through or around a town, etc|, at regular intervals for",1). c_DEF([ "patrol" ,1, 1, 2],"a person or group that carries out such an action",1). c_DEF([ "patrol" ,1, 1, 3],"a military detachment with the mission of security, gathering information, or",1). c_DEF([ "patrol" ,1, 1, 3],"the destruction of enemy forces",2). c_DEF([ "patrol" ,1, 1, 4],"a division of a troop of Scouts or Guides",1). c_DEF([ "patrol" ,1, 2, 1],"to engage in a patrol of (a place)",1). c_DEF([ "patrolman",1,1,1 ], "a man, esp| a policeman, who patrols a certain area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrolman",1,1,2 ], "a man employed to patrol an area to help motorists in difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the writings of the Fathers of the Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patrology",1,1,2 ], "a collection of such writings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patron saint",1,1,1 ], "a saint regarded as the particular guardian of a country, church, trade," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patron saint",1,1,1 ], "person, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patron",1,1,1 ], "a person who sponsors or aids artists, charities, etc|; protector or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patron",1,1,1 ], "benefactor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patron",1,1,2 ], "a customer of a shop, hotel, etc|, esp| a regular one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patron",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Rome) the protector of a dependant or client, often the former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patron",1,1,3 ], "master of a freedman still retaining certain rights over him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patron",1,1,4 ], "a person or body having the right to present a clergyman to a benefice|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,1,1 ], "the support given or custom brought by a patron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,1,2 ], "the position of a patron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,2 ], "(in politics)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,2,1 ], "a condescending manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,2,1 ], "the practice of making appointments to office, granting contracts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,2,2 ], "any kindness done in a condescending way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,2,2 ], "the favours, etc|, so distributed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronage",1,1,3 ], "the right to present a clergyman to a benefice|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronize",1,1,1 ], "to behave or treat in a condescending way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronize",1,1,2 ], "to act as a patron by sponsoring or bringing trade to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronymic",1,1,1 ], "(of a name) derived from the name of its bearer's father| In Western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patronymic",1,1,1 ], "cultures, many surnames are patronymic in origin, as for example Irish names beginning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patronymic",1,1,1 ], "special patronymic name is used in addition to the surname" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "patronymic",1,1,1 ], "with O' and English names ending with -son;in other cultures, such as Russian, a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "patronymic",1,2,1 ], "a patronymic name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patroon",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch landholder in New Netherland and New York with manorial rights in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patroon",1,1,1 ], "colonial era" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "patsy",1,1,1 ], "a person who is easily cheated, victimized, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patt",1,1,1 ], "(of a cross) having triangular arms widening outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patten",1,1,1 ], "a wooden clog or sandal on a raised wooden platform or metal ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter song",1,1,1 ], "a humorous song or aria, the text of which consists of rapid strings of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",1,1,1 ], "to walk or move with quick soft steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",1,2,1 ], "to strike with or make a quick succession of light tapping sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",1,3,1 ], "to cause to patter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",1,4,1 ], "a quick succession of light tapping sounds, as of feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",2,1,1 ], "the glib rapid speech of comedians, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",2,1,2 ], "quick idle talk; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",2,1,3 ], "the jargon of a particular group, etc|; lingo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",2,2,1 ], "to speak glibly and rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patter",2,2,2 ], "to repeat (prayers, etc|) in a mechanical or perfunctory manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of repeated or corresponding parts, decorative motifs, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,2 ], "a decorative design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,3 ], "a style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,4 ], "a plan or diagram used as a guide in making something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,5 ], "a standard way of moving, acting, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,6 ], "a model worthy of imitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,7 ], "a representative sample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,8 ], "a wooden or metal shape or model used in a foundry to make a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,8,1 ], "the arrangement of marks made in a target by bullets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,1,8,2 ], "a diagram displaying such an arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,2,1 ], "tr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by after or on) to model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pattern",1,2,3 ], "to arrange as or decorate with a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patty",1,1,1 ], "a small flattened cake of minced food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patty",1,1,2 ], "a small pie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patulous",1,1,1 ], "spreading widely or expanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "patulous",1,1,2 ], "gaping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat| pend|",1,1,1 ], "patent pending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pat|",1,1,1 ], "patent(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paua",1,1,1 ], "an edible abalone, Haliotis iris, of New Zealand, having an iridescent shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paua",1,1,1 ], "used for jewellery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paucal",1,1,1 ], "a grammatical number occurring in some languages for words in contexts where a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paucal",1,1,1 ], "few of their referents are described or referred to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paucal",1,2,1 ], "relating to or inflected for this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paucity",1,1,1 ], "smallness of quantity; insufficiency; dearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paucity",1,1,2 ], "smallness of number; fewness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pauldron",1,1,1 ], "either of two metal plates worn with armour to protect the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paulownia",1,1,1 ], "any scrophulariaceous tree of the Japanese genus Paulownia, esp| P| tomentosa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paulownia",1,1,1 ], "having large heart-shaped leaves and clusters of purplish or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paunch",1,1,1 ], "the belly or abdomen, esp| when protruding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paunch",1,1,2 ], "another name for rumen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paunch",1,1,3 ], "a thick mat that prevents chafing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paunch",1,2,1 ], "tr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paunch",1,2,2 ], "to stab in the stomach; disembowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pauper",1,1,1 ], "a person who is extremely poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pauper",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a destitute person supported by public charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pauperize",1,1,1 ], "to make a pauper of impoverish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pause",1,1,1 ], "to cease an action temporarily; stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pause",1,1,2 ], "to hesitate; delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pause",1,2,1 ], "a temporary stop or rest, esp| in speech or action; short break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pause",1,2,2 ], "another word caesura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pause",1,2,3 ], "a continuation of a note or rest beyond its normal length| Usual symbol:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pause",1,2,4 ], "give pause to cause to hesitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pav",1,1,1 ], "a paved surface, esp| an uneven one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pav",1,1,1 ], "short for pavlova" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pav",1,1,2 ], "a style of setting gems so closely that no metal shows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavage",1,1,1 ], "a tax towards paving streets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavage",1,1,2 ], "the right to levy such a tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavage",1,1,3 ], "the act of paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavane",1,1,1 ], "a slow and stately dance of the 16th and 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavane",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavane",1,1,2 ], "characterized by a slow stately triple time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pave",1,1,1 ], "paving stones or concrete" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pave",1,1,1 ], "to cover (a road, etc|) with a firm surface suitable for travel, as with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pave",1,1,2 ], "to serve as the material for a pavement or other hard layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pave",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by with) to cover with a hard layer (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pave",1,1,4 ], "to prepare or make easier (esp| in the phrase pave the way)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavement",1,1,1 ], "a hard-surfaced path for pedestrians alongside and a little higher than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavement",1,1,1 ], "road| U|S| word: sidewalk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pavement",1,1,2 ], "a paved surface, esp| one that is a thoroughfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavement",1,1,3 ], "the material used in paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavid",1,1,1 ], "fearful; timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,1 ], "a building at a sports ground, esp| a cricket pitch, in which players change," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,2 ], "a summerhouse or other decorative shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,3 ], "a building or temporary structure, esp| one that is open and ornamental, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,3 ], "housing exhibitions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,4 ], "a large ornate tent, esp| one with a peaked top, as used by medieval armies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,5 ], "institution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,5 ], "one of a set of buildings that together form a hospital or other large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,6 ], "culet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,1,6 ], "one of four main facets on a brilliant-cut stone between the girdle and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,2,1 ], "to place or set in or as if in a pavilion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavilion",1,2,2 ], "to provide with a pavilion or pavilions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paving stone",1,1,1 ], "a concrete or stone slab for paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paving",1,1,1 ], "a paved surface; pavement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paving",1,1,2 ], "material used for a pavement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paviour",1,1,1 ], "a person who lays paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paviour",1,1,2 ], "a machine for ramming down paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paviour",1,1,3 ], "material used for paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavis",1,1,1 ], "a large square shield, developed in the 15th century, at first portable but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavis",1,1,1 ], "later heavy and set up in a permanent position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pavonine",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a peacock or the colours, design, or iridescence of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pavonine",1,1,1 ], "peacock's tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paw",1,1,1 ], "any of the feet of a four-legged mammal, bearing claws or nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paw",1,1,2 ], "a hand, esp| one that is large, clumsy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paw",1,2,1 ], "to scrape or contaminate with the paws or feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paw",1,3,1 ], "to touch or caress in a clumsy, rough, or overfamiliar manner; maul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawky",1,1,1 ], "pawkier, pawkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawky",1,1,2 ], "having a dry wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawl",1,1,1 ], "a pivoted lever shaped to engage with a ratchet wheel to prevent motion in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawl",1,1,1 ], "particular direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pawn ticket",1,1,1 ], "a receipt for goods pawned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",1,1,1 ], "pawnbroker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",1,1,1 ], "to deposit (an article) as security for the repayment of a loan, esp| from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",1,1,2 ], "to stake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",1,2,1 ], "an article deposited as security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",1,2,2 ], "the condition of being so deposited (esp| in the phrase in pawn)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",1,2,3 ], "a person or thing that is held as a security, esp| a hostage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",1,2,4 ], "the act of pawning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",2,1,1 ], "a chess piece of the lowest theoretical value, limited to forward moves of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",2,1,1 ], "a diagonal move only" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",2,1,1 ], "square at a time with the option of two squares on its initial move: it captures with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pawn",2,1,2 ], "a person, group, etc|, manipulated by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawnbroker",1,1,1 ], "a dealer licensed to money at a specified rate of interest on the security of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawnbroker",1,1,1 ], "movable personal property, which can be sold if the loan is not repaid within a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pawnbroker",1,1,1 ], "specified period" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pawnshop",1,1,1 ], "the premises of a pawnbroker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pawpaw",1,1,1 ], "another name for papaw or papaya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,1,1,1 ], "a greeting signifying Christian love transmitted from one to another of those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,1,1,1 ], "assisting at the Eucharist; kiss of peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,1,1,2 ], "a small metal or ivory plate, often with a representation of the Crucifixion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,1,1,2 ], "formerly used to convey the kiss of peace from the celebrant at Mass to those attending" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,1,1,2 ], "it, who kissed the plate in turn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,2,1 ], "school slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,2,2 ], "a call signalling an end to hostilities or claiming immunity from the rules of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pax",1,2,2 ], "a game: usually accompanied by a crossing of the fingers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "paxwax",1,1,1 ], "a strong ligament in the neck of many mammals, which supports the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay back" ,1, 1, 1],"to retaliate against",1). c_DEF([ "pay back" ,1, 1, 2],"to give or do (something equivalent) in return for a favour, insult, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pay back" ,1, 1, 3],"to repay (a loan, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pay bed",1,1,1 ], "a bed in a hospital for which the user has paid as a private patient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay down",1,1,1 ], "to pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay down",1,1,2 ], "(a sum of money) at the time of purchase as the first of a series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay down",1,1,2 ], "instalments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pay for",1,1,1 ], "to make (payment)(for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay for",1,2,1 ], "to suffer or be punished, as for a mistake, wrong decision, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay in",1,1,1 ], "to hand (money, etc|) to a cashier for depositing in a bank account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay off" ,1, 1, 1],"to pay all that is due in wages, etc|, and discharge from employment",1). c_DEF([ "pay off" ,1, 2, 1],"to pay the complete amount of (a debt, bill, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pay off" ,1, 3, 1],"to turn out to be profitable, effective, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "pay off" ,1, 4, 1],"to take revenge on (a person) or for (a wrong done)",1). c_DEF([ "pay off" ,1, 5, 1],"to give a bribe to",1). c_DEF([ "pay off" ,1, 6, 1],"(of a vessel) to make leeway",1). c_DEF([ "pay out",1,1,1 ], "to distribute (money, etc|); disburse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay out",1,2,1 ], "to release (a rope) gradually, hand over hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay out",1,3,1 ], "to retaliate against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay up",1,1,1 ], "to pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay up",1,1,2 ], "(money) promptly, in full, or on demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,1,1 ], "to discharge (a debt, obligation, etc|) by giving or doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to give (money, etc|) to (a person) in return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,1,2 ], "for goods or services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,1,3 ], "to give or afford (a person, etc|) a profit or benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,2,1 ], "to give or bestow (a compliment, regards, attention, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,3,1 ], "to make (a visit or call)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,4,1 ], "to give compensation or make amends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,5,1 ], "to yield a return of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,5,2 ], "to give or do (something equivalent) in return; pay back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,6,1 ], "to allow (a vessel) to make leeway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,6,2 ], "to acknowledge or accept (something) as true, just, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,6,3 ], "pay one's way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,6,3,1 ], "to contribute one's share of expenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,6,3,2 ], "to remain solvent without outside help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,1,1 ], "money given in return for work or services; a salary or wage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,2 ], "paid employment (esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,3 ], "in the phrase in the pay of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,4 ], "a person considered in regard to his ability to pay or promptitude in paying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,4 ], "debts, bills, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,5 ], "requiring the insertion of money or discs before or during use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",1,7,6 ], "rich enough in minerals to be profitably mined or worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pay",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) Nautical| to caulk (the seams of a wooden vessel) with pitch or tar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payable",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on) to be paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payable",1,1,2 ], "that is capable of being paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payable",1,1,3 ], "capable of being profitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payable",1,1,4 ], "(of a debt, etc|) imposing an obligation on the debtor to pay, esp| at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payday",1,1,1 ], "the day on which wages or salaries are paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payee",1,1,1 ], "the person to whom a cheque, money order, etc|, is made out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payee",1,1,2 ], "a person to whom money is paid or due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payer",1,1,1 ], "a person who pays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payer",1,1,2 ], "redemption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "payer",1,1,2 ], "the person named in a commercial paper as responsible for its payment on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paying guest",1,1,1 ], "a euphemism for lodger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payload",1,1,1 ], "that part of a cargo earning revenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payload",1,1,1,1 ], "the passengers, cargo, or bombs carried by an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payload",1,1,1,2 ], "the equipment carried by a rocket, satellite, or spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payload",1,1,2 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "payload",1,1,2 ], "the explosive power of a warhead, bomb, etc|, carried by a missile, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paymaster",1,1,1 ], "an official of a government, business, etc|, responsible for the payment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paymaster",1,1,1 ], "wages and salaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "payment",1,1,1 ], "the act of paying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payment",1,1,2 ], "a sum of money paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payment",1,1,3 ], "something given in return; punishment or reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paynim",1,1,1 ], "a heathen or pagan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "paynim",1,1,2 ], "a Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payola",1,1,1 ], "a bribe given to secure special treatment, esp| to a disc jockey to promote a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payola",1,1,1 ], "commercial product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "payola",1,1,2 ], "the practice of paying or receiving such bribes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payroll",1,1,1 ], "a list of employees, specifying the salary or wage of each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payroll",1,1,2 ], "the total of these amounts or the actual money equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "payt|",1,1,1 ], "payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pct|",1,1,1 ], "per cent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pc|",1,1,1 ], "piece| (pl| pcs|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pc|",1,1,2 ], "price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pd|",1,1,1 ], "paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pe",1,1,1 ], "the 17th letter in the Hebrew alphabet ( or, at the end of a word, )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pe",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as p or, when final, ph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pe-tsai cabbage",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chinese cabbage ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea crab",1,1,1 ], "any of various globular soft-bodied crabs of the genus Pinnotheres and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea crab",1,1,1 ], "genera that live commensally in the mantles of certain bivalves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pea green",1,2,1,1 ], "a yellowish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea green",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea jacket",1,1,1 ], "a sailor's short heavy double-breasted overcoat of navy wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,1 ], "an annual climbing papilionaceous plant, Pisum sativum, with small white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,1 ], "flowers and long green pods containing edible green seeds: cultivated in temperate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,1 ], "regions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,1,1 ], "the seed of this plant, eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,2 ], "any of several other leguminous plants, such as the sweet pea, chickpea, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,2 ], "cowpea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pea",1,1,3 ], "the pea| Austral| informal| the favourite to succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace offering",1,1,1 ], "something given to an adversary in the hope of procuring or maintaining peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace offering",1,1,2 ], "a sacrificial meal shared between the offerer and Jehovah to intensify the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace offering",1,1,2 ], "union between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peace pipe",1,1,1 ], "a long decorated pipe smoked by North American Indians on ceremonial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace pipe",1,1,1 ], "occasions, esp| as a token of peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,1,1 ], "the state existing during the absence of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,10 ], "make one's peace with| to become reconciled with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,11 ], "make peace| to bring hostilities to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,2 ], "a treaty marking the end of a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,3 ], "a state of harmony between people or groups; freedom from strife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,4 ], "law and order within a state; absence of violence or other disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,5 ], "absence of mental anxiety (often in the phrase peace of mind)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,6 ], "a state of stillness, silence, or serenity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,7 ], "at peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,7,1 ], "in a state of harmony or friendship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,7,2 ], "in a state of serenity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,7,3 ], "dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,8 ], "hold or keep one's peace| to keep silent, esp| about something secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,1,9 ], "keep the peace| to maintain or refrain from disturbing law and order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,2,1 ], "Obsolete except as an imperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peace",1,2,2 ], "to be or become silent or still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peaceable",1,1,1 ], "inclined towards peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peaceable",1,1,2 ], "tranquil; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peaceful",1,1,1 ], "not in a state of war or disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peaceful",1,1,2 ], "calm; tranquil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peaceful",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or in accord with a time of peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peaceful",1,1,4 ], "inclined towards peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacemaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who establishes peace, esp| between others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacetime",1,1,1,1 ], "a period without war; time of peace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacetime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach melba",1,1,1 ], "a dessert made of halved peaches, vanilla ice cream, and melba sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach",1,1,1 ], "a small rosaceous tree, Prunus persica, with pink flowers and rounded edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach",1,1,1 ], "fruit: cultivated in temperate regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peach",1,1,2 ], "the soft juicy fruit of this tree, which has a downy reddish-yellow skin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach",1,1,2 ], "yellowish-orange sweet flesh, and a single stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peach",1,1,2,1 ], "a pinkish-yellow to orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that is especially pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach",2,1,1 ], "to inform against (an accomplice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach-blow",1,2,1,1 ], "a delicate purplish-pink colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach-blow",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peach-blow",1,2,2 ], "a glaze of this colour on Oriental porcelain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peachy",1,1,1 ], "peachier, peachiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peachy",1,1,2 ], "of or like a peach, esp| in colour or texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peachy",1,1,3 ], "excellent; fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock blue",1,2,1,1 ], "a greenish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock blue",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock butterfly",1,1,1 ], "a European nymphalid butterfly, Inachis io, having reddish-brown wings each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock butterfly",1,1,1 ], "marked with a purple eyespot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peacock ore",1,1,1 ], "another name for bornite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock",1,1,1 ], "a male peafowl, having a crested head and a very large fan-like tail marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock",1,1,1 ], "with blue and green eyelike spots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peacock",1,1,2 ], "another name for peafowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock",1,1,3 ], "a vain strutting person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock",1,2,1 ], "to display (oneself) proudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peacock",1,2,2 ], "is useless to others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peacock",1,2,2 ], "to acquire (the best pieces of land) in such a way that the surrounding land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peafowl",1,1,1 ], "either of two large pheasants, Pavo cristatus of India and Ceylon and P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peafowl",1,1,1 ], "muticus of SE Asia| The males" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peafowl",1,1,2 ], "(see peacock ,1,1) have a characteristic bright plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peafowl",1,1,3 ], "a rare closely related African species, Afropavo congensis , both sexes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peafowl",1,1,3 ], "which are brightly coloured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peag",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for wampum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak load",1,1,1 ], "the maximum load on an electrical power-supply system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,1 ], "a pointed end, edge, or projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,2 ], "the pointed summit of a mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,3 ], "a mountain with a pointed summit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,4 ], "the point of greatest development, strength, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,4,1 ], "a sharp increase in a physical quantity followed by a sharp decrease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,4,2 ], "the maximum value of this quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,4,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,5 ], "a projecting piece on the front of some caps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,5,1 ], "see widow's peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,5,1 ], "the extreme forward (forepeak) or aft (afterpeak) parts of the hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,5,2 ], "(of a fore-and-aft quadrilateral sail) the after uppermost corner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,5,2 ], "the pointed end of a beard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,1,5,3 ], "the after end of a gaff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,2,1 ], "to set (a gaff) or tilt (oars) vertically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",1,2,2 ], "to form or reach or cause to form or reach a peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peak",2,1,1 ], "to become wan, emaciated, or sickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peaked",1,1,1 ], "having a peak; pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,1,1 ], "a loud prolonged usually reverberating sound, as of bells, thunder or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,1,1 ], "laughter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,1,2 ], "a series of changes rung in accordance with specific rules, consisting of not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,1,2 ], "less than 5000 permutations in a ring of eight bells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,1,3 ], "the set of bells in a belfry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,2,1 ], "to sound with a peal or peals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,3,1 ], "to give forth loudly and sonorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peal",1,4,1 ], "to ring (bells) in peals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pean",1,1,1 ], "a less common U|S| spelling of paean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pean",2,1,1 ], "a fur of sable spotted with or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peanut butter",1,1,1 ], "a brownish oily paste made from peanuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peanut oil",1,1,1 ], "oil that is made from peanut seeds and used for cooking, in soaps, and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peanut oil",1,1,1 ], "pharmaceutical products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peanut",1,1,1 ], "and, in Britain, groundnut, monkey nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peanut",1,1,1,1 ], "a leguminous plant, Arachis hypogaea, of tropical America: widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peanut",1,1,1,1 ], "for its edible seeds| The seed pods are forced underground where they ripen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peanut",1,1,1,2 ], "the edible nutlike seed of this plant, used for food and as a source of oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peanut",1,1,2 ], "a small or insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peanuts",1,1,1 ], "a trifling amount of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pear",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated rosaceous tree, Pyrus communis, having white flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pear",1,1,1 ], "edible fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pear",1,1,2 ], "and tapers towards the apex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pear",1,1,2 ], "the sweet gritty-textured juicy fruit of this tree, which has a globular base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pear",1,1,3 ], "the wood of this tree, used for making furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl ash",1,1,1 ], "the granular crystalline form of potassium carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl barley",1,1,1 ], "barley ground into small round grains, used in cooking, esp| in soups and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl barley",1,1,1 ], "stews" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearl grey",1,2,1,1 ], "a light bluish-grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl grey",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl millet",1,1,1 ], "a tall grass, Pennisetum glaucum, cultivated in Africa, E Asia, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl millet",1,1,1 ], "southern U|S| as animal fodder and for its pearly white seeds, which are used as grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearl oyster",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical marine bivalves of the genus Pinctada and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl oyster",1,1,1 ], "genera: a major source of pearls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,1,1 ], "a hard smooth lustrous typically rounded structure occurring on the inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,1,1 ], "layers around an invading particle such as a sand grain; much valued as a gem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,1,1 ], "surface of the shell of a clam or oyster: consists of calcium carbonate secreted in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,1,2 ], "any artificial gem resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that is like a pearl, esp| in beauty or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,1,4 ], "a pale greyish-white colour, often with a bluish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,1,5 ], "a size of printer's type, approximately equal to 5 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,2,1 ], "of, made of, or set with pearl or mother-of-pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,2,2 ], "having the shape or colour of a pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,3,1 ], "to set with or as if with pearls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,3,2 ], "to shape into or assume a pearl-like form or colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",1,4,1 ], "to dive or search for pearls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearl",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of purl ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearler",1,1,1 ], "a person who dives for or trades in pearls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearler",1,1,2 ], "a boat used while searching for pearls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearler",1,1,3 ], "something outstandingly good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearlite",1,1,1 ], "alternate plates of pure iron and iron carbide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearlite",1,1,1 ], "the lamellar structure in carbon steels and some cast irons that consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearlite",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of perlite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearlized",1,1,1 ], "having or given a pearly lustre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearlwort",1,1,1 ], "any caryophyllaceous plant of the genus Sagina, having small white flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearlwort",1,1,1 ], "that are spherical in bud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearly king" ,1, 1, 1],"collection of pearl buttons",2). c_DEF([ "pearly king" ,1, 1, 1],"the London costermonger whose ceremonial clothes display the most lavish",1). c_DEF([ "pearly nautilus",1,1,1 ], "any of several cephalopod molluscs of the genus Nautilus, esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearly nautilus",1,2,1 ], "external shell with brown stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearly nautilus",1,2,1 ], "pompilius, of warm and tropical seas, having a partitioned pale pearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearly",1,1,1 ], "resembling a pearl, esp| in lustre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearly",1,1,2 ], "of the colour pearl; pale bluish-grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearly",1,1,3 ], "decorated with pearls or mother-of-pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearly",1,2,2 ], "a London costermonger or the wife of one who wears on ceremonial occasions a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearly",1,2,2 ], "traditional dress of dark clothes covered with pearl buttons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pearly",1,2,3 ], "(pl|) the clothes or the buttons themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pearmain",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of apple having a red skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peart",1,1,1 ], "lively; spirited; brisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasant",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of a class of low social status that depends on either cottage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasant",1,1,1,1 ], "industry or agricultural labour as a means of subsistence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peasant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasant",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives in the country; rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasant",1,1,3 ], "an uncouth or uncultured person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasantry",1,1,1 ], "peasants as a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasantry",1,1,2 ], "conduct characteristic of peasants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasantry",1,1,3 ], "the status of a peasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pease pudding",1,1,1 ], "a dish of split peas that have been soaked and boiled, served with ham or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pease pudding",1,1,1 ], "pork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pease",1,1,1 ], "another word for pea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasecod",1,1,1 ], "the pod of a pea plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peashooter",1,1,1 ], "a tube through which pellets such as dried peas are blown, used as a toy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peashooter",1,1,1 ], "weapon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peasouper",1,1,1 ], "dense dirty yellowish fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peasouper",1,1,2 ], "a disparaging name for a French Canadian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peat moss",1,1,1 ], "and decay to form peat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peat moss",1,1,1 ], "any of various mosses, esp| sphagnum, that grow in wet places in dense masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peat reek",1,1,1 ], "the smoke of a peat fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peat reek",1,1,2 ], "whisky distilled over a peat fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peat",1,1,1,1 ], "a compact brownish deposit of partially decomposed vegetable matter saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peat",1,1,1,1 ], "fuel (when dried) and as a fertilizer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "peat",1,1,1,1 ], "with water: found in uplands and bogs in temperate and cold regions and is used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peat",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peat",2,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peat",2,1,2 ], "a term of endearment for a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peau de soie",1,1,1 ], "a rich reversible silk or rayon fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peavey",1,1,1 ], "a wooden lever with a metal pointed end and a hinged hook used for handling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peavey",1,1,1 ], "logs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pebble dash",1,1,1 ], "a finish for external walls consisting of small stones embedded in plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,1 ], "a small smooth rounded stone, esp| one worn by the action of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,1,1 ], "a transparent colourless variety of rock crystal, used for making certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,1,1 ], "lenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,1,2 ], "such a lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,2 ], "(of a lens or of spectacles) thick, with a high degree of magnification or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,2 ], "distortion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,2,1 ], "a grainy irregular surface, esp| on leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,2,2 ], "leather having such a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,1,3 ], "a troublesome or obstinate person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,2,1 ], "to pave, cover, or pelt with pebbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebble",1,3,1 ], "to impart a grainy surface to (leather)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pebbling",1,1,1 ], "the act of spraying the rink with drops of hot water to slow down the stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecan",1,1,1 ], "a hickory tree, Carya pecan (or C| illinoensis), of the southern U|S|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecan",1,1,1 ], "deeply furrowed bark and edible nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pecan",1,1,2 ], "the smooth oval nut of this tree, which has a sweet oily kernel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peccable",1,1,1 ], "liable to sin; susceptible to temptation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peccadillo",1,1,1 ], "a petty sin or trifling fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peccant",1,1,1 ], "guilty of an offence; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peccant",1,1,2 ], "violating or disregarding a rule; faulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peccant",1,1,3 ], "producing disease; morbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peccary",1,1,1 ], "Tayassuidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "peccary",1,1,1 ], "either of two pig-like artiodactyl mammals, Tayassu tajacu or T| albirostris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peccary",1,1,1 ], "of forests of southern North America, Central and South America: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peccavi",1,1,1 ], "a confession of guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",1,1,1 ], "a unit of dry measure equal to 8 quarts or one quarter of a bushel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",1,1,2 ], "a container used for measuring this quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",1,1,3 ], "a large quantity or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,1,1 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by at) to strike with the beak or with a pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,1,1 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,2,1 ], "to dig (a hole, etc|) by pecking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,3,1 ], "(of birds) to pick up (corn, worms, etc|) by pecking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,4,1 ], "to nibble or pick (at one's food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,4,2 ], "to kiss (a person) quickly and lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,5,1 ], "to nag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,6,1 ], "a quick light blow, esp| from a bird's beak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,6,2 ], "a mark made by such a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peck",2,6,3 ], "a quick light kiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecker",1,1,1 ], "good spirits (esp| in the phrase keep one's pecker up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecker",1,1,2 ], "short for woodpecker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecker",1,1,3 ], "a taboo word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecking order",1,1,1 ], "a natural hierarchy in a group of gregarious birds, such as domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecking order",1,1,2 ], "any hierarchical order, as among people in a particular group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peckish",1,1,1 ], "feeling slightly hungry; having an appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme occurring in certain ripening fruits: involved in transforming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectase",1,1,1 ], "pectin into a soluble form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pectate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of pectic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecten",1,1,1 ], "a comblike structure in the eye of birds and reptiles, consisting of a network" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecten",1,1,1 ], "of blood vessels projecting inwards from the retina, which it is thought to supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pecten",1,1,1 ], "with oxygen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pecten",1,1,2 ], "any other comblike part or organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecten",1,1,3 ], "any scallop of the genus Pecten, which swim by expelling water from their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecten",1,1,3 ], "shell valves in a series of snapping motions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pectic acid",1,1,1 ], "a complex acid containing arabinose and galactose that occurs in ripe fruit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectic acid",1,1,1 ], "beets, and other vegetables| Formula: C35H50O33" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pectin",1,1,1 ], "any of the acidic hemicelluloses that occur in ripe fruit and vegetables: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectin",1,1,1 ], "heated in a sugar solution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pectin",1,1,1 ], "in the manufacture of jams because of their ability to solidify to a gel when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pectinate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a comb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectize",1,1,1 ], "to change into a jelly; gel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral fin",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of fins, situated just behind the head in fishes, that help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral fin",1,1,1 ], "to control the direction of movement during locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral girdle",1,1,1 ], "a skeletal support to which the front or upper limbs of a vertebrate are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral girdle",1,1,1 ], "attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral muscle",1,1,1 ], "either of two large chest muscles (pectoralis major and pectoralis minor)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral muscle",1,1,1 ], "that assist in movements of the shoulder and upper arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the chest, breast, or thorax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral",1,1,2 ], "worn on the breast or chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral",1,1,3 ], "heartfelt or sincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral",1,2,1 ], "a pectoral organ or part, esp| a muscle or fin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral",1,2,2 ], "a medicine or remedy for disorders of the chest or lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pectoral",1,2,3 ], "anything worn on the chest or breast for decoration or protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculate",1,1,1 ], "to appropriate or embezzle (public money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar people",1,1,1 ], "a small sect of faith healers founded in London in 1838, having no ministers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar people",1,1,1 ], "or external organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar people",1,1,2 ], "the Jews considered as God's elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar",1,1,1 ], "strange or unusual; odd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar",1,1,2 ], "distinct from others; special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar",1,2,1 ], "belonging characteristically or exclusively (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar",1,3,1 ], "a special sort, esp| an accented letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar",1,3,2 ], "a church or parish that is exempt from the jurisdiction of the ordinary in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiar",1,3,2 ], "whose diocese it lies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peculiarity",1,1,1 ], "a strange or unusual habit or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiarity",1,1,2 ], "a distinguishing trait, etc|, that is characteristic of a particular person;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculiarity",1,1,2 ], "idiosyncrasy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peculiarity",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being peculiar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peculium",1,1,1 ], "own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peculium",1,1,1 ], "property that a father or master allowed his child or slave to hold as his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecuniary advantage",1,1,1 ], "constitutes a criminal offence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pecuniary advantage",1,1,1 ], "financial advantage that is dishonestly obtained by deception and that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecuniary",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or relating to money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pecuniary",1,1,2 ], "(of an offence) involving a monetary penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ped-",1,1,1 ], "variant of paed-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedagogics",1,1,1 ], "another word for pedagogy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedagogue" ,1, 1, 1],"a teacher or educator",1). c_DEF([ "pedagogue" ,1, 1, 2],"a pedantic or dogmatic teacher",1). c_DEF([ "pedagogy",1,1,1 ], "the principles, practice, or profession of teaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedal point",1,1,1 ], "a sustained bass note, over which the other parts move bringing about changing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedal point",1,1,1 ], "harmonies| Often shortened to pedal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,1,1,1 ], "any foot-operated lever or other device, esp| one of the two levers that drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,1,1,1 ], "car, one of the levers on an organ controlling deep bass notes, or one of the levers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,1,1,1 ], "on a piano used to create a muted effect or sustain tone" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,1,1,1 ], "the chainwheel of a bicycle, the foot-brake, clutch control, or accelerator of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,2,1 ], "to propel (a bicycle, etc|) by operating the pedals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,2,2 ], "(intr|) to operate the pedals of an organ, piano, etc|, esp| in a certain way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",1,2,3 ], "to work (pedals of any kind)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedal",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the foot or feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedalfer",1,1,1 ], "a type of zonal soil deficient in lime but containing deposits of aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedalfer",1,1,1 ], "and iron, found in wet areas, esp| those with high temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedalo",1,1,1 ], "a pleasure craft driven by pedal-operated paddle wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedant",1,1,1 ], "a person who relies too much on academic learning or who is concerned chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedant",1,1,1 ], "with insignificant detail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedant",1,1,2 ], "a schoolmaster or teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedantry",1,1,1 ], "knowledge or minute observance of petty rules or details" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedantry",1,1,1 ], "the habit or an instance of being a pedant, esp| in the display of useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedate",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant leaf) deeply divided into several lobes with the lateral lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedate",1,1,1 ], "divided into smaller lobes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedate",1,1,2 ], "having or resembling a foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedatifid",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant leaf) pedately divided, with the divisions less deep than in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedatifid",1,1,1 ], "pedate leaf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peddle",1,1,1 ], "to go from place to place selling (goods, esp| small articles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peddle",1,2,1 ], "to sell (illegal drugs, esp| narcotics)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peddle",1,3,1 ], "to advocate (ideas, etc|) persistently or importunately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peddle",1,4,1 ], "to trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peddler",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells illegal drugs, esp| narcotics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peddler",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of pedlar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pederast",1,1,1 ], "a man who practises pederasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pederasty",1,1,1 ], "homosexual relations between men and boys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestal",1,1,1 ], "a base that supports a column, statue, etc|, as used in classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestal",1,1,1 ], "architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedestal",1,1,2 ], "a position of eminence or supposed superiority (esp| in the phrases place," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestal",1,1,2 ], "put, or set on a pedestal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedestal",1,1,2,1 ], "either of a pair of sets of drawers used as supports for a writing surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestal",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestrian crossing",1,1,1 ], "a path across a road marked as a crossing for pedestrians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestrian",1,1,1,1 ], "a person travelling on foot; walker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestrian",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestrian",1,2,1 ], "dull; commonplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedestrianize",1,1,1 ], "excluding all motor vehicles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedestrianize",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a street, etc|) into an area for the use of pedestrians only, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedi-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicab",1,1,1 ], "a pedal-operated tricycle, available for hire in some Asian countries, with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicab",1,1,1 ], "attached seat for one or two passengers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedicel",1,1,1 ], "the stalk bearing a single flower of an inflorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicel",1,1,2 ], "any short stalk bearing an organ or organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicel",1,1,3 ], "the second segment of an insect's antenna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicle",1,1,1 ], "any small stalk; pedicel; peduncle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicular",1,1,1 ], "relating to, infested with, or caused by lice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a stem, stalk, or pedicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pediculate",1,1,1 ], "fishes containing the anglers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pediculate",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Pediculati, a large order of teleost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pediculate",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the order Pediculati" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pediculosis",1,1,1 ], "the state of being infested with lice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedicure",1,1,1 ], "cosmetician" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedicure",1,1,1 ], "professional treatment of the feet, either by a medical expert or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pediform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedigree",1,1,1,1 ], "the line of descent of a pure-bred animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedigree",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedigree",1,1,2 ], "a document recording this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedigree",1,1,3 ], "a genealogical table, esp| one indicating pure ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedigree",1,1,4 ], "derivation or background" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pediment",1,1,1 ], "a low-pitched gable, esp| one that is triangular as used in classical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pediment",1,1,1 ], "architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pediment",1,1,2 ], "a gently sloping rock surface, formed through denudation under arid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pediment",1,1,2 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedipalp",1,1,1 ], "either member of the second pair of head appendages of arachnids: specialized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedipalp",1,1,1 ], "for feeding, locomotion, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedlar",1,1,1 ], "a person who peddles; hawker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedo-",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of paedo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedo-",2,1,1 ], "indicating soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedocal",1,1,1 ], "a type of zonal soil that is rich in lime and characteristic of relatively dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedocal",1,1,1 ], "areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedology",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| spelling of paedology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedology",2,1,1 ], "the study of the formation, characteristics, and distribution of soils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedometer",1,1,1 ], "a device containing a pivoted weight that records the number of steps taken in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedometer",1,1,1 ], "walking and hence the distance travelled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peduncle",1,1,1 ], "the stalk of a plant bearing an inflorescence or solitary flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peduncle",1,1,2 ], "a stalklike structure, esp| a large bundle of nerve fibres within the brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peduncle",1,1,3 ], "a slender process of tissue by which a polyp or tumour is attached to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peduncle",1,1,3 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peduncle",1,1,4 ], "another name for pedicel ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedunculate oak",1,1,1 ], "a large deciduous oak tree, Quercus robur, of Eurasia, having lobed leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pedunculate oak",1,1,1 ], "stalked acorns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pedunculate",1,1,1 ], "having, supported on, or growing from a peduncle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ped|",1,1,1 ], "pedal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ped|",1,1,2 ], "pedestal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pee",1,1,1 ], "to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pee",1,2,1 ], "urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pee",1,2,2 ], "the act of urinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peek",1,1,1 ], "to glance quickly or furtively; peep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peek",1,2,1 ], "a quick or furtive glance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peekaboo",1,1,1 ], "a game for young children, in which one person hides his face and suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peekaboo",1,1,1 ], "reveals it and cries peekaboo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peekaboo",1,2,1 ], "(of a garment) made of fabric that is almost transparent or patterned with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peekaboo",1,2,1 ], "small holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peel off",1,1,1 ], "to remove or be removed by peeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel off",1,2,1 ], "(of an aircraft) to turn away as by banking, and leave a formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel off",1,2,2 ], "to go away or cause to go away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,1,1 ], "to remove (the skin, rind, outer covering, etc|) of (a fruit, egg, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,2,1 ], "(of paint, etc|) to be removed from a surface, esp| through weathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,3,1 ], "(of a surface) to lose its outer covering of paint, etc|, esp| through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,3,1 ], "weathering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,4,1 ], "(of a person or part of the body) to shed skin in flakes or (of skin) to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,4,1 ], "shed in flakes, esp| as a result of sunburn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,5,1 ], "to undress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,5,2 ], "to put (another player's ball) through a hoop or hoops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,5,3 ], "keep one's eyes peeled to keep a sharp lookout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",1,6,1 ], "the skin or rind of a fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",2,1,1 ], "a long-handled shovel used by bakers for moving bread, etc|, in an oven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peel",3,1,1 ], "Scotland, built to withstand raids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peel",3,1,1 ], "a fortified tower of the 16th century on the borders between England and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeler",1,1,1 ], "a special knife or mechanical device for peeling vegetables, fruit, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeler",1,1,2 ], "a striptease dancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeler",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peelie-wally",1,1,1 ], "urban dialect| off colour; pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeling",1,1,1 ], "a strip of skin, rind, bark, etc|, that has been peeled off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peen",1,1,1 ], "the end of a hammer head opposite the striking face, often rounded or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peen",1,1,1 ], "wedge-shaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peen",1,2,1 ], "bend or shape (a sheet of metal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peen",1,2,1 ], "to strike with the peen of a hammer or with a stream of metal shot in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep sight",1,1,1 ], "a rear gunsight having an adjustable eyepiece fitted with a narrow aperture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep sight",1,1,1 ], "through which the target and the front sight are aligned when aiming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peep",1,1,1 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peep",1,1,1 ], "to look furtively or secretly, as through a small aperture or from a hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",1,1,2 ], "to appear partially or briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",1,2,1 ], "a quick or furtive look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",1,2,2 ], "the first appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",2,1,1 ], "(esp| of young birds) to utter shrill small noises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",2,1,2 ], "to speak in a thin shrill voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",2,2,1 ], "a peeping sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",2,2,2 ], "any of various small sandpipers of the genus Calidris (or Erolia) and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peep",2,2,2 ], "genera, such as the pectoral sandpiper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peeper",1,1,1 ], "a person who peeps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeper",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peephole",1,1,1 ], "a small aperture, such as one in the door of a flat for observing callers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peephole",1,1,1 ], "before opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peepshow",1,1,1 ], "a small box with a peephole through which a series of pictures, esp| of erotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peepshow",1,1,1 ], "poses, can be seen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peepul",1,1,1 ], "an Indian moraceous tree, Ficus religiosa, resembling the banyan: regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peepul",1,1,1 ], "sacred by Buddhists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peer group",1,1,1 ], "a social group composed of individuals of approximately the same age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peer of the realm",1,1,1 ], "(in Great Britain and Northern Ireland) any member of the nobility entitled to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peer of the realm",1,1,1 ], "sit in the House of Lords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peer",1,1,1 ], "a member of a nobility; nobleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peer",1,1,2 ], "a person who holds any of the five grades of the British nobility: duke," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peer",1,1,2 ], "marquess, earl, viscount, and baron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peer",1,1,3 ], "a person who is an equal in social standing, rank, age, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peer",1,1,4 ], "a companion; mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peer",2,1,1 ], "to look intently with or as if with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peer",2,1,2 ], "to appear partially or dimly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peerage",1,1,1 ], "the whole body of peers; aristocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peerage",1,1,2 ], "the position, rank, or title of a peer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peerage",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the British Isles) a book listing the peers and giving genealogical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peerage",1,1,3 ], "and other information about them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peeress",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a peer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeress",1,1,2 ], "a woman holding the rank of a peer in her own right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peerless",1,1,1 ], "having no equals; matchless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peetweet",1,1,1 ], "another name for the spotted sandpiper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeve",1,1,1 ], "to irritate; vex; annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peeve",1,2,1 ], "something that irritates; vexation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peevers",1,1,1 ], "hopscotch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peevish",1,1,1 ], "fretful or irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peevish",1,1,2 ], "perverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peewit",1,1,1 ], "another name for lapwing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg down",1,1,1 ], "to make (a person) committed to a course of action or bound to follow rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg leg",1,1,1 ], "an artificial leg, esp| one made of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg leg",1,1,2 ], "a person with an artificial leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg out",1,1,1 ], "to collapse or die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg out",1,1,1,1 ], "to win a game by hitting the peg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg out",1,1,1,2 ], "to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg out",1,1,2 ], "(an opponent''s ball) to hit the peg, rendering it out of the game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg out",1,2,1 ], "to score the point that wins the game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg out",1,3,1 ], "to mark or secure with pegs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg top",1,1,1 ], "a child's spinning top, usually made of wood with a metal centre pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 10],"off the peg| Chiefly Brit",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 11],"(of clothes) ready-to-wear, as opposed to tailor-made",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 1],"a small cylindrical pin or dowel, sometimes slightly tapered, used to join two",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 1],"parts together",2). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 2],"a pin pushed or driven into a surface: used to mark scores, define limits,",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 2],"support coats, etc",2). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 3],"any of several pins passing through the head (peg box) of a violin, etc|,",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 3],"which can be turned so as to tune strings wound around them",2). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 4],"a split or hinged pin for fastening wet clothes to a line to dry| U|S|",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 4],"equivalent: clothespin",2). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 5],"a small drink of wine or spirits, esp| of brandy or whisky and soda",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 6],"an opportunity or pretext for doing something",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 7],"a mountaineering piton",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 8],"a post that a player's ball must strike to win the game",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 9],"a level of self-esteem, importance, etc| (esp| in the phrases come or take",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 1, 9],"down a peg)",2). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 10],"legislation or market operations",2). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 10],"to stabilize (the price of a commodity, an exchange rate, etc|) by",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 1],"to knock or insert a peg into or pierce with a peg",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 3],"sometimes foll| by down) to secure with pegs",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 4],"to mark (a score) with pegs, as in some card games",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 6],"to aim and throw (stones, etc|) at a target",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 8],"foll| by away, along, etc|) Chiefly Brit",1). c_DEF([ "peg" ,1, 2, 9],"to work steadily",1). c_DEF([ "peg-top",1,1,1 ], "(of skirts, trousers, etc|) wide at the hips then tapering off towards the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peg-top",1,1,1 ], "ankle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pegboard",1,1,1 ], "a board having a pattern of holes into which small pegs can be fitted, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pegboard",1,1,1 ], "for playing certain games or keeping a score" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pegboard",1,1,2 ], "another name for solitaire ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pegboard",1,1,3 ], "hardboard perforated by a pattern of holes in which articles may be pegged or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pegboard",1,1,3 ], "hung, as for display" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pegmatite",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rocks consisting chiefly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pegmatite",1,1,1 ], "quartz and feldspar: usually occur as dykes among igneous rocks of finer grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peignoir",1,1,1 ], "a woman's dressing gown or negligee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pejoration",1,1,1 ], "semantic change whereby a word acquires unfavourable connotations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pejoration",1,1,2 ], "the process of worsening; deterioration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pejorative",1,1,1 ], "(of words, expressions, etc|) having an unpleasant or disparaging connotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pejorative",1,2,1 ], "a pejorative word, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pekan",1,1,1 ], "another name for fisher (the animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peke",1,1,1 ], "a Pekingese dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pekoe",1,1,1 ], "a high-quality tea made from the downy tips of the young buds of the tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pekoe",1,1,1 ], "plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelage",1,1,1 ], "the coat of a mammal, consisting of hair, wool, fur, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelagic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the open sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelagic",1,1,2 ], "(of marine life) living or occurring in the upper waters of open sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelagic",1,1,3 ], "(of geological formations) derived from material that has fallen to the bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelagic",1,1,3 ], "from the upper waters of the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelargonic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for nonanoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelargonium",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the chiefly southern African geraniaceous genus Pelargonium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelargonium",1,1,1 ], "having circular or lobed leaves and red, pink, or white aromatic flowers: includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelargonium",1,1,1 ], "many cultivated geraniums" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pelecypod",1,2,1 ], "another word for bivalve 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelerine",1,1,1 ], "a woman's narrow cape with long pointed ends in front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelf",1,1,1 ], "money or wealth, esp| if dishonestly acquired; lucre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelham",1,1,1 ], "a horse's bit for a double bridle, less severe than a curb but more severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelham",1,1,1 ], "than a snaffle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelican crossing",1,1,1 ], "a type of road crossing marked by black and white stripes or by two rows of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelican crossing",1,1,1 ], "metal studs and consisting of a pedestrian-operated traffic-light system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelican",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the tropical and warm water family Pelecanidae, such as P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelican",1,1,1 ], "distensible pouch for engulfing fish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pelican",1,1,1 ], "onocrotalus order Pelecaniformes|They have a long straight flattened bill, with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelisse",1,1,1 ], "a fur-trimmed cloak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelisse",1,1,2 ], "a high-waisted loose coat, usually fur-trimmed, worn esp| by women in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelisse",1,1,2 ], "early 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelite",1,1,1 ], "any argillaceous rock such as shale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pell-mell",1,1,1 ], "in a confused headlong rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pell-mell",1,1,2 ], "in a disorderly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pell-mell",1,2,1 ], "disordered; tumultuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pell-mell",1,3,1 ], "disorder; confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellagra",1,1,1 ], "a disease caused by a dietary deficiency of niacin, characterized by burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellagra",1,1,1 ], "diarrhoea, mental impairment, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pellagra",1,1,1 ], "or itching often followed by scaling of the skin, inflammation of the mouth," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,1 ], "a small round ball, esp| of compressed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,1,1 ], "an imitation bullet used in toy guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,1,2 ], "a piece of small shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,2 ], "a stone ball formerly used as a catapult or cannon missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,3 ], "a mass of undigested food, including bones, fur, feathers, etc|, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,3 ], "regurgitated by certain birds, esp| birds of prey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,4 ], "a small pill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,1,5 ], "a raised area on coins and carved or moulded ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,2,1 ], "to strike with pellets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellet",1,2,2 ], "to make or form into pellets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellicle",1,1,1 ], "a thin skin or film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellicle",1,1,2 ], "genus Paramecium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pellicle",1,1,2 ], "the hard protective outer layer of certain protozoans, such as those of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellicle",1,1,2,1 ], "the thin outer layer of a mushroom cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellicle",1,1,2,2 ], "a growth on the surface of a liquid culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellicle",1,1,3 ], "the thin layer of emulsion covering a plate, film, or paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellitory",1,1,1 ], "any of various urticaceous plants of the S and W European genus Parietaria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellitory",1,1,1 ], "esp| P| diffusa , that grow in crevices and have long narrow leaves and small pink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pellitory",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pellitory",1,1,2 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pellitory",1,1,2 ], "of which contains an oil formerly used to relieve toothache: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pellitory",1,1,2 ], "pellitory of Spain| a small Mediterranean plant, Anacyclus pyrethrum, the root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellucid",1,1,1 ], "transparent or translucent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pellucid",1,1,2 ], "extremely clear in style and meaning; limpid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelmet",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental drapery or board fixed above a window to conceal the curtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelmet",1,1,1 ], "rail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peloria",1,1,1 ], "the abnormal production of regular flowers in a plant of a species that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peloria",1,1,1 ], "usually produces irregular flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelorus",1,1,1 ], "a gyrocompass over which two sight vanes are mounted for measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelorus",1,1,1 ], "relative bearings of observed points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelota",1,1,1 ], "any of various games played in Spain, Spanish America, SW France, etc|, by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelota",1,1,1 ], "marked wall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pelota",1,1,1 ], "players who use a basket strapped to their wrists to propel a ball against a specially" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",1,1,1 ], "to throw (missiles, etc|) at (a person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",1,2,1 ], "to hurl (insults, etc|) at (a person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",1,3,1 ], "to move rapidly; hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",1,4,1 ], "to rain heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",1,5,1 ], "a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",1,5,2 ], "speed (esp| in the phrase at full pelt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",2,1,1 ], "removed from the carcass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",2,1,1 ], "the skin of a fur-bearing animal, such as a mink, esp| when it has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelt",2,1,2 ], "the hide of an animal, stripped of hair and ready for tanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peltast",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a lightly armed foot soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peltate",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) having the stalk attached to the centre of the lower surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peltry",1,1,1 ], "the pelts of animals collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelvic fin",1,1,1 ], "control the direction of movement during locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelvic fin",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of fins attached to the pelvic girdle of fishes that help to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelvic girdle",1,1,1 ], "corresponding parts in other vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelvic girdle",1,1,1 ], "the skeletal structure supporting the lower limbs in man and the hind limbs or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelvic",1,1,1 ], "of, near, or relating to the pelvis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelvis",1,1,1 ], "the large funnel-shaped structure at the lower end of the trunk of most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelvis",1,1,1 ], "vertebrates: in man it is formed by the hipbones and sacrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pelvis",1,1,2 ], "the bones that form this structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelvis",1,1,3 ], "any anatomical cavity or structure shaped like a funnel or cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pelvis",1,1,4 ], "short for renal pelvis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pemmican",1,1,1 ], "a small pressed cake of shredded dried meat, pounded into paste with fat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pemmican",1,1,1 ], "berries or dried fruits, used originally by American Indians and now chiefly for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pemmican",1,1,1 ], "emergency rations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pemphigus",1,1,1 ], "(pemphigus vulgaris) characterized by large blisters on the skin, mucous membranes of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pemphigus",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of blistering skin diseases, esp| a potentially fatal form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pemphigus",1,1,1 ], "areas from which critical amounts of bodily protein, fluid, and blood may be lost" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pemphigus",1,1,1 ], "mouth, genitals, intestines, etc|, which eventually rupture and form painful denuded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pen friend",1,1,1 ], "another name for pen pal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pen name",1,1,1 ], "an author's pseudonym" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pen pal",1,1,1 ], "a person with whom one regularly exchanges letters, often a person in another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pen pal",1,1,1 ], "country whom one has not met" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 1],"an implement for writing or drawing using ink, formerly consisting of a",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 1],"sharpened and split quill, and now of a metal nib attached to a holder",2). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 2],"the writing end of such an implement; nib",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 3],"style of writing",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"writing as an occupation",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"the written word",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 4],"the pen",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 1, 5],"the long horny internal shell of a squid",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to write or compose",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,2, 1, 1],"an enclosure in which domestic animals are kept",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,2, 1, 2],"any place of confinement",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,2, 1, 3],"a dock for servicing submarines, esp| one having a bombproof roof",1). c_DEF([ "pen" ,2, 2, 1],"to enclose or keep in a pen",1). c_DEF([ "pen",3,1,1 ], "short for penitentiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pen",4,1,1 ], "a female swan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penal code",1,1,1 ], "punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penal code",1,1,1 ], "the codified body of the laws in any legal system that relate to crime and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penal servitude",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the imprisonment of an offender and his subjection to hard labour|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penal servitude",1,1,1 ], "It was substituted for transportation in 1853 and abolished in 1948" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, constituting, or prescribing punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penal",1,1,2 ], "payable as a penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penal",1,1,3 ], "used or designated as a place of punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalize",1,1,1 ], "to impose a penalty on (someone), as for breaking a law or rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalize",1,1,2 ], "to inflict a handicap or disadvantage on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalize",1,1,3 ], "to award a free stroke, point, or penalty against (a player or team)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalize",1,1,4 ], "to declare (an act) legally punishable; make subject to a penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty area",1,1,1 ], "a rectangular area in front of the goal, within which the goalkeeper may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty area",1,1,1 ], "handle the ball and within which a penalty is awarded for a foul by the attacking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penalty area",1,1,1 ], "team" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "penalty box",1,1,1 ], "another name for penalty area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty box",1,1,2 ], "a bench for players serving time penalties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty killer",1,1,1 ], "a good player who, when his team is shorthanded because of a penalty, is sent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty killer",1,1,1 ], "onto the ice to prevent the other side from scoring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penalty rates",1,1,1 ], "rates of pay, such as double time, paid to employees working outside normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty rates",1,1,1 ], "working hours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penalty",1,1,1 ], "a legal or official punishment, such as a term of imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty",1,1,2 ], "contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penalty",1,1,2 ], "some other form of punishment, such as a fine or forfeit for not fulfilling a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty",1,1,3 ], "loss, suffering, or other unfortunate result of one's own action, error, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty",1,1,4 ], "a handicap awarded against a player or team for illegal play, such as a free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penalty",1,1,4 ], "shot at goal by the opposing team, loss of points, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,1 ], "voluntary self-punishment to atone for a sin, crime, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,2 ], "a feeling of regret for one's wrongdoings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,2,1 ], "a punishment usually consisting of prayer, fasting, etc|, undertaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,2,1 ], "voluntarily as an expression of penitence for sin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,2,2 ], "a punishment of this kind imposed by church authority as a condition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,2,2 ], "absolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,3 ], "a sacrament in which repentant sinners are absolved on condition of confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,1,3 ], "of their sins to a priest and of performing a penance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penance",1,2,1 ], "(of ecclesiastical authorities) to impose a penance upon (a sinner)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pence",1,1,1 ], "the plural of penny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencel",1,1,1 ], "a small pennon, originally one carried by a knight's squire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penchant",1,1,1 ], "strong inclination or liking; bent or taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,1,1 ], "a thin cylindrical instrument used for writing, drawing, etc|, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,1,1 ], "central rod of graphite either encased in wood and sharpened or held in a mechanical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,1,1 ], "metal device" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,2 ], "something similar in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,3 ], "a narrow set of lines or rays, such as light rays, diverging from or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,3 ], "converging to a point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,1,4 ], "an artist's individual style or technique in drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,3,1 ], "to draw, colour, or write with a pencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pencil",1,3,2 ], "to mark with a pencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pend",1,1,1 ], "to await judgment or settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pend",1,1,2 ], "to hang; depend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,1,1,1 ], "an ornament that hangs from a piece of jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,1,1,2 ], "a necklace with such an ornament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,1,2 ], "a hanging light, esp| a chandelier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,1,3 ], "a carved ornament that is suspended from a ceiling or roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,1,4 ], "something that matches or complements something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,1,5 ], "a length of wire or rope secured at one end to a mast or spar and having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,1,5 ], "block or other fitting at the lower end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pendant",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of pendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendent",1,1,1 ], "dangling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendent",1,1,2 ], "jutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendent",1,1,3 ], "(of a grammatical construction) incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendent",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for pending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendent",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of pendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendente lite",1,1,1 ], "while a suit is pending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendentive",1,1,1 ], "a corner of a rectangular space to support a circular or polygonal dome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pendentive",1,1,1 ], "any of four triangular sections of vaulting with concave sides, positioned at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pending",1,1,1 ], "while waiting for or anticipating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pending",1,2,1 ], "not yet decided, confirmed, or finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pending",1,2,2 ], "imminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendragon",1,1,1 ], "a supreme war chief or leader of the ancient Britons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendulous",1,1,1 ], "hanging downwards, esp| so as to swing from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendulous",1,1,2 ], "in a state of indecision; vacillating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendulum",1,1,1 ], "a body mounted so that it can swing freely under the influence of gravity| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendulum",1,1,1 ], "is either a bob hung on a light thread (simple pendulum) or a more complex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pendulum",1,1,1 ], "structure (compound pendulum)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pendulum",1,1,2 ], "such a device used to regulate a clockwork mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pendulum",1,1,3 ], "something that changes its position, attitude, etc| fairly regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pene-or pen-",1,1,1 ], "almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peneplain",1,1,1 ], "a relatively flat land surface produced by a long period of erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetralia",1,1,1 ], "the innermost parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetralia",1,1,2 ], "secret matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrance",1,1,1 ], "the percentage frequency with which a gene exhibits its effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrant",1,1,1 ], "sharp; penetrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrant",1,2,1 ], "a substance that lowers the surface tension of a liquid and thus causes it to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrant",1,2,1 ], "penetrate or be absorbed more easily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penetrant",1,2,2 ], "a person or thing that penetrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrate",1,1,1 ], "to find or force a way into or through (something); pierce; enter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrate",1,1,2 ], "to diffuse through (a substance, etc|); permeate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrate",1,2,1 ], "to see through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrate",1,3,1 ], "(of a man) to insert the penis into the vagina of (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrate",1,4,1 ], "to grasp the meaning of (a principle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrate",1,5,1 ], "to be understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetrating",1,1,1 ], "tending to or able to penetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of penetrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetration",1,1,2 ], "the ability or power to penetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetration",1,1,3 ], "keen insight or perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetration",1,1,4 ], "an offensive manoeuvre that breaks through an enemy's defensive position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penetration",1,1,5 ], "another name for depth of field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peng" ,1, 1, 1],"(formerly) the standard monetary unit of Hungary, replaced by the forint in",1). c_DEF([ "peng" ,1, 1, 1],"1946",2). c_DEF([ "penguin",1,1,1 ], "Pygoscelis adeliae , of the order Sphenisciformes of cool southern, esp| Antarctic," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penguin",1,1,1 ], "any flightless marine bird, such as Aptenodytes patagonica (king penguin) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penguin",1,1,1 ], "regions: they have wings modified as flippers, webbed feet, and feathers lacking barbs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "penguin",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete name for great auk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penicillate",1,1,1 ], "having or resembling one or more tufts of fine hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penicillin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic with powerful bacteriostatic action, used to treat pneumonia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penicillin",1,1,1 ], "fungus Penicillium, esp| P| notatum|Formula: R-C9H11N2O4S where R is one of several" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "penicillin",1,1,1 ], "gonorrhoea, and infections caused by streptococci and staphylococci: obtained from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penicillin",1,1,1 ], "side chains" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "penicillium",1,1,1 ], "and others as a source of penicillin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "penicillium",1,1,1 ], "any ascomycetous saprophytic fungus of the genus Penicillium, which commonly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penicillium",1,1,1 ], "grow as a green or blue mould on stale food: some species are used in cheesemaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penile",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penillion",1,1,1 ], "melody played on the harp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penillion",1,1,1 ], "the Welsh art or practice of singing poetry in counterpoint to a traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peninsula",1,1,1 ], "a narrow strip of land projecting into a sea or lake from the mainland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peninsulate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (land) to become peninsular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penis envy",1,1,1 ], "a Freudian concept in which envy of the penis is postulated as the cause for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penis envy",1,1,1 ], "some of the characteristics of femininity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penis",1,1,1 ], "excretion in many mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penis",1,1,1 ], "the male organ of copulation in higher vertebrates, also used for urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitent",1,1,1 ], "feeling regret for one's sins; repentant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitent",1,2,1 ], "a person who is penitent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitent",1,2,1,1 ], "a person who repents his sins and seeks forgiveness for them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitent",1,2,1,2 ], "R|C| Church| a person who confesses his sins to a priest and submits to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitent",1,2,1,2 ], "penance imposed by him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penitential",1,1,1 ], "of, showing, or constituting penance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitential",1,2,1 ], "a book or compilation of instructions for confessors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitential",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for penitent 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a state prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,1,1,1 ], "a cleric appointed to supervise the administration of the sacrament of penance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,1,1,1 ], "in a particular area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,1,1,2 ], "a priest who has special faculties to absolve particularly grave sins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,1,1,3 ], "a cardinal who presides over a tribunal that decides all matters affecting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,1,1,3 ], "sacrament of penance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,1,1,4 ], "this tribunal itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,2,1 ], "another word for penitential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penitentiary",1,2,2 ], "(of an offence) punishable by imprisonment in a penitentiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penknife",1,1,1 ], "a small knife with one or more blades that fold into the handle; pocketknife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penman",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penman",1,1,2 ], "a person who writes by hand in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penman",1,1,3 ], "an author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penman",1,1,4 ], "a scribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penmanship",1,1,1 ], "style or technique of writing by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penna",1,1,1 ], "any large feather that has a vane and forms part of the main plumage of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penna",1,1,1 ], "bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennant",1,1,1 ], "a type of pennon, esp| one flown from vessels as identification or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennant",1,1,1 ], "signalling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennant",1,1,2 ], "and Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennant",1,1,2,1 ], "a flag serving as an emblem of championship in certain sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennant",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennant",1,1,3 ], "another word for pendant ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennate",1,1,1 ], "having feathers, wings, or winglike structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennate",1,1,2 ], "another word for pinnate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penni",1,1,1 ], "a Finnish monetary unit worth one hundredth of a markka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penniless",1,1,1 ], "very poor; almost totally without money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penninite",1,1,1 ], "a bluish-green variety of chlorite occurring in the form of thick crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennon",1,1,1 ], "a long flag, often tapering and rounded, divided, or pointed at the end," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennon",1,1,1 ], "originally a knight's personal flag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennon",1,1,2 ], "a small tapering or triangular flag borne on a ship or boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennon",1,1,3 ], "a poetic word for wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennoncel",1,1,1 ], "another word for pencel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny arcade",1,1,1 ], "a public place with various coin-operated machines for entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny whistle",1,1,1 ], "a type of flageolet with six finger holes, esp| a cheap one made of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,1 ], "a bronze coin having a value equal to one hundredth of a pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,2 ], "(before 1971) a bronze or copper coin having a value equal to one twelfth of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,2 ], "shilling or one two-hundred-and-fortieth of a pound|Symbol: d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,3 ], "| U|S| a cent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,4 ], "a coin of similar value, as used in several other countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,5 ], "the least amount of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,6 ], "a bad penny| Informal, chiefly Brit| an objectionable person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,7 ], "a pretty penny| Informal| a considerable sum of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,8 ], "spend a penny| Brit| informal| to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,9 ], "finally realized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penny",1,1,9 ], "the penny dropped| Informal, chiefly Brit| the explanation of something was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny-a-liner",1,1,1 ], "a hack writer or journalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny-dreadful",1,1,1 ], "a cheap, often lurid or sensational book or magazine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny-farthing",1,1,1 ], "an early type of bicycle with a large front wheel and a small rear wheel, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny-farthing",1,1,1 ], "pedals being attached to the front wheel| U|S| name: ordinary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penny-pincher",1,1,1 ], "a person who is excessively careful with money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny-wise",1,1,1 ], "greatly concerned with saving small sums of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny-wise",1,1,2 ], "penny-wise and pound-foolish| careful about trifles but wasteful in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penny-wise",1,1,2 ], "ventures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennycress",1,1,1 ], "and North America, typically having small white or mauve flowers and rounded or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennycress",1,1,1 ], "any of several cruciferous plants of the genus Thlaspi of temperate Eurasia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennycress",1,1,1 ], "heart-shaped leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pennyroyal",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Mentha pulegium, with hairy leaves, small mauve flowers, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennyroyal",1,1,1 ], "yielding an aromatic oil used in medicine: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennyroyal",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant, Hedeoma pulegioides, of E North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennyweight",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equal to 24 grains or one twentieth of an ounce (Troy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennywort",1,1,1 ], "a crassulaceous Eurasian rock plant, Umbilicus rupestris (or Cotyledon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennywort",1,1,1 ], "umbilicus), with whitish-green tubular flowers and rounded leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennywort",1,1,2 ], "a marsh plant, Hydrocotyle vulgaris, of Europe and North Africa, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennywort",1,1,2 ], "circular leaves and greenish-pink flowers: family Hydrocotylaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennywort",1,1,3 ], "a gentianaceous plant, Obolaria virginica, of E North America, with fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennywort",1,1,3 ], "scalelike leaves and small white or purplish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pennywort",1,1,4 ], "any of various other plants with rounded penny-like leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennyworth",1,1,1 ], "the amount that can be bought for a penny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pennyworth",1,1,2 ], "a small amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of the social sciences concerned with the punishment of crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penology",1,1,2 ], "the science of prison management" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penpusher",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes a lot, esp| a clerk involved with boring paperwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension off",1,1,1 ], "to cause to retire from a job, etc|, and pay a pension to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension off",1,1,2 ], "to discard, because old and worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension",1,1,1 ], "a regular payment made by the state to people over a certain age to enable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension",1,1,1 ], "them to subsist without having to work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pension",1,1,2 ], "a regular payment made by an employer to former employees after they retire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension",1,1,3 ], "any regular payment made on charitable grounds, by way of patronage, or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension",1,1,3 ], "recognition of merit, service, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pension",1,2,1 ], "to grant a pension to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension",2,1,1 ], "(in France and some other countries) a relatively cheap boarding house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pension",2,1,2 ], "another name for full board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pensionary" ,1, 1, 1],"constituting a pension",1). c_DEF([ "pensionary" ,1, 1, 2],"maintained by or receiving a pension",1). c_DEF([ "pensionary" ,1, 1, 3],"bought with money",1). c_DEF([ "pensionary" ,1, 2, 2],"a rare word for pensioner",1). c_DEF([ "pensionary" ,1, 2, 3],"a person whose service can be bought",1). c_DEF([ "pensioner",1,1,1 ], "a person who is receiving a pension, esp| an old-age pension from the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pensioner",1,1,2 ], "a person dependent on the pay or bounty of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pensioner",1,1,3 ], "another name for gentleman-at-arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pensive",1,1,1 ], "deeply or seriously thoughtful, often with a tinge of sadness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pensive",1,1,2 ], "expressing or suggesting pensiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penstemon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of pentstemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penstock",1,1,1 ], "a conduit that supplies water to a hydroelectric power plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penstock",1,1,2 ], "a channel bringing water from the head gates to a water wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penstock",1,1,3 ], "a sluice for controlling water flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pent",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of pen'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pent-up",1,1,1 ], "not released; repressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penta-",1,1,1 ], "five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentachlorophenol",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-insoluble compound used as a fungicide, herbicide," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentachlorophenol",1,1,1 ], "and preservative for wood| Formula: C6Cl5OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentacle",1,1,1 ], "a star-shaped figure formed by extending the sides of a regular pentagon to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentacle",1,1,1 ], "meet at five points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentacle",1,1,2 ], "magicians, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentacle",1,1,2 ], "such a figure used as a magical or symbolic figure by the Pythagoreans, black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentad",1,1,1 ], "a group or series of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentad",1,1,2 ], "the number or sum of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentad",1,1,3 ], "a period of five years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentad",1,1,4 ], "a pentavalent element, atom, or radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentadactyl",1,1,1 ], "(of the limbs of amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals) consisting of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentadactyl",1,1,1 ], "upper arm or thigh, a forearm or shank, and a hand or foot bearing five digits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having five sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having five plane faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentamerous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of five parts, esp| (of flowers) having the petals, sepals, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentamerous",1,1,1 ], "other parts arranged in groups of five" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentameter",1,1,1 ], "a verse line consisting of five metrical feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentameter",1,1,2 ], "(in classical prosody) a verse line consisting of two dactyls, one stressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentameter",1,1,2 ], "syllable, two dactyls, and a final stressed syllable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentameter",1,2,1 ], "designating a verse line consisting of five metrical feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentane",1,1,1 ], "an alkane hydrocarbon having three isomers, esp| the isomer with a straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentane",1,1,1 ], "chain of carbon atoms (n-pentane) which is a colourless flammable liquid used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentane",1,1,1 ], "solvent| Formula: C5H12 (n-)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pentangular",1,1,1 ], "having five angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid carboxylic acid with an unpleasant odour, used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "perfumes, flavourings, and pharmaceuticals| Formula: CH3(CH\2)3COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentaprism",1,1,1 ], "90 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentaprism",1,1,1 ], "a five-sided prism that deviates light from any direction through an angle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentaquine",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic drug used to treat malaria| Formula: C18H27N3O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by five rulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentarchy",1,1,2 ], "a ruling body of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentarchy",1,1,3 ], "a union or association of five kingdoms, provinces, etc|, each under its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentarchy",1,1,3 ], "ruler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentarchy",1,1,4 ], "a country ruled by a body of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentastich",1,1,1 ], "a poem, stanza, or strophe that consists of five lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentathlon",1,1,1 ], "an athletic contest consisting of five different events, based on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentathlon",1,1,1 ], "competition in the ancient Greek Olympics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentatomic",1,1,1 ], "having five atoms in the molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentatonic scale",1,1,1 ], "any of several scales consisting of five notes, the most commonly encountered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentatonic scale",1,1,1 ], "major diatonic scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pentatonic scale",1,1,1 ], "one being composed of the first, second, third, fifth, and sixth degrees of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentavalent",1,1,1 ], "having a valency of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable liquid alkene having several straight-chained isomeric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentene",1,1,1 ], "forms, used in the manufacture of organic compounds| Formula: C5H10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penthouse",1,1,1 ], "a flat or maisonette built onto the top floor or roof of a block of flats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penthouse",1,1,2 ], "a construction on the roof of a building, esp| one used to house machinery," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penthouse",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penthouse",1,1,3 ], "a shed built against a building, esp| one that has a sloping roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penthouse",1,1,4 ], "the roofed corridor that runs along three sides of the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentimento",1,1,1 ], "by a later painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentimento",1,1,1 ], "the revealing of a painting or part of a painting that has been covered over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentimento",1,1,2 ], "the part of a painting thus revealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentlandite",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-yellow mineral consisting of an iron and nickel sulphide in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentlandite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: the principal ore of nickel| Formula: (Fe,Ni)S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentobarbitone sodium",1,1,1 ], "a barbiturate drug used in medicine as a sedative and hypnotic| U|S| name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentobarbitone sodium",1,1,1 ], "sodium pentabarbital| Formula: C11H17N2O3Na" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentode",1,1,1 ], "an electronic valve having five electrodes: a cathode, anode, and three grids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentode",1,1,2 ], "(of a transistor) having three terminals at the base or gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentomic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the subdivision of an army division into five battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentomic",1,1,1 ], "groups, esp| for nuclear warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentosan",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of polysaccharides, having the general formula (C\5H\8O\4)n:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentosan",1,1,1 ], "occur in plants, humus, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentose",1,1,1 ], "any monosaccharide containing five atoms of carbon per molecule: occur mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentose",1,1,1 ], "in plants and the nucleic acids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentoxide",1,1,1 ], "an oxide of an element with five atoms of oxygen per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentstemon",1,1,1 ], "Penstemon), having white, pink, red, blue, or purple flowers with five stamens, one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentstemon",1,1,1 ], "any scrophulariaceous plant of the North American genus Pentstemon (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentstemon",1,1,1 ], "which is bearded and sterile" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pentyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless combustible liquid used as a solvent for paints, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "extraction of penicillin, in photographic film, and as a flavouring| Formula: CH3COOC5H11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentyl acetate",1,1,2 ], "Nontechnical name: banana oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentyl",1,1,1 ], "CH3CH2CH2CH2CH2-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pentyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentylenetetrazol",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-soluble substance with a bitter taste, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pentylenetetrazol",1,1,1 ], "medicine to stimulate the central nervous system| Formula: C6H10N4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penuche",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of panocha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penuchle",1,1,1 ], "less common spellings of pinochle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penult",1,1,1 ], "the last syllable but one in a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penultimate",1,1,1 ], "next to the last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penultimate",1,2,1 ], "anything that is next to the last, esp| a penult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penumbra",1,1,1 ], "a fringe region of half shadow resulting from the partial obstruction of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penumbra",1,1,1 ], "by an opaque object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "penumbra",1,1,2 ], "the lighter and outer region of a sunspot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penumbra",1,1,3 ], "the point or area in which light and shade blend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penurious",1,1,1 ], "niggardly with money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penurious",1,1,2 ], "lacking money or means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penurious",1,1,3 ], "yielding little; scanty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penury",1,1,1 ], "extreme poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "penury",1,1,2 ], "extreme scarcity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peon",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish-American farm labourer or unskilled worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peon",1,1,2 ], "(formerly in Spanish America) a debtor compelled to work off his debts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peon",1,1,3 ], "any very poor person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peon",2,1,1 ], "(in India, Ceylon, etc|, esp| formerly) a messenger or attendant, esp| in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peon",2,1,1 ], "office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peon",2,1,2 ], "a native policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peon",2,1,3 ], "a foot soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peonage",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a peon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peonage",1,1,2 ], "a system in which a debtor must work for his creditor until the debt is paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peonage",1,1,2 ], "off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peony",1,1,1 ], "Eurasia and North America, having large pink, red, white, or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peony",1,1,1 ], "any of various ranunculaceous shrubs and plants of the genus Paeonia, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peony",1,1,2 ], "the flower of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,1 ], "persons collectively or in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,2 ], "a group of persons considered together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,3 ], "| the persons living in a country and sharing the same nationality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,4 ], "one's family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,5 ], "persons loyal to someone powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,6 ], "the people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,6,1 ], "the mass of persons without special distinction, privileges, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,1,6,2 ], "the body of persons in a country, etc|, esp| those entitled to vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people",1,2,1 ], "to provide with or as if with people or inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people's democracy",1,1,1 ], "(in Communist ideology) a country or form of government in transition from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "people's democracy",1,1,1 ], "being the proletariat, led by the Communist Party, which is therefore the dominant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "people's democracy",1,1,1 ], "bourgeois democracy to socialism|In this stage there is more than one class, the largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "people's democracy",1,1,1 ], "power" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "people's front",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for popular front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pep pill",1,1,1 ], "a tablet containing a stimulant drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pep talk",1,1,1 ], "an enthusiastic talk designed to increase confidence, production, cooperation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pep talk",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pep" ,1, 1, 1],"high spirits, energy, or vitality",1). c_DEF([ "pep" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by up) to liven by imbuing with new vigour",1). c_DEF([ "peplos",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) the top part of a woman's attire, caught at the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peplos",1,1,1 ], "and hanging in folds to the waist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peplum",1,1,1 ], "a flared ruffle attached to the waist of a jacket, bodice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peplum",1,1,2 ], "a variant of peplos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepo",1,1,1 ], "cucumber, and pumpkin, having a firm rind, fleshy watery pulp, and numerous seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepo",1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any of various cucurbitaceous plants, such as the melon, squash," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper mill",1,1,1 ], "a small hand mill used to grind peppercorns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper pot",1,1,1 ], "a small container with perforations in the top for sprinkling pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper pot",1,1,2 ], "a West Indian stew of meat, rice, vegetables, etc|, highly seasoned with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper pot",1,1,2 ], "cassareep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepper tree",1,1,1 ], "any of several evergreen anacardiaceous trees of the chiefly South American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper tree",1,1,1 ], "flowers and bright red ornamental fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pepper tree",1,1,1 ], "genus Schinus, esp| S| molle, having yellowish-white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,1 ], "a woody climbing plant, Piper nigrum, of the East Indies, having small black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,1 ], "berry-like fruits: family Piperaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,2 ], "condiment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,2 ], "the dried fruit of this plant, which is ground to produce a sharp hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,3 ], "any of various other plants of the genus Piper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,4 ], "any of various tropical plants of the solanaceous genus Capsicum, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,4 ], "frutescens, the fruits of which are used as a vegetable and a condiment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,5 ], "the fruit of any of these capsicums, which has a mild or pungent taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,6 ], "the condiment made from the fruits of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,1,7 ], "any of various similar but unrelated plants, such as water pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,2,1 ], "to season with pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,2,2 ], "to sprinkle liberally; dot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper",1,2,3 ], "to pelt with small missiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper-and-salt",1,1,1 ], "(of cloth, etc|) marked with a fine mixture of black and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepper-and-salt",1,1,2 ], "(of hair) streaked with grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppercorn rent",1,1,1 ], "a rent that is very low or nominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppercorn",1,1,1 ], "the small dried berry of the pepper plant (Piper nigrum)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppercorn",1,1,2 ], "something trifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppered moth",1,1,1 ], "a European geometrid moth, Biston betularia, occurring in a pale grey speckled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppered moth",1,1,1 ], "form in rural areas and a black form in industrial regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peppergrass",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for pepperwort ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppermint",1,1,1 ], "a temperate mint plant, Mentha piperita, with purple or white flowers:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppermint",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its downy leaves, which yield a pungent oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peppermint",1,1,2 ], "the oil from this plant, which is used as a flavouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppermint",1,1,3 ], "a sweet flavoured with peppermint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepperwort",1,1,1 ], "Marsilea, having floating leaves consisting of four leaflets: family Marsileaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepperwort",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate and tropical aquatic or marsh ferns of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepperwort",1,1,2 ], "any of several cruciferous plants of the genus Lepidium, esp| L| campestre, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepperwort",1,1,2 ], "dry regions of Eurasia, having small white flowers and pungent seeds| Usual U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepperwort",1,1,2 ], "name: peppergrass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "peppery",1,1,1 ], "flavoured with or tasting of pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppery",1,1,2 ], "quick-tempered; irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppery",1,1,3 ], "full of bite and sharpness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peppy",1,1,2 ], "full of vitality; bouncy or energetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepsin",1,1,1 ], "a proteolytic enzyme produced in the stomach in the inactive form pepsinogen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepsin",1,1,1 ], "which, when activated by acid, splits proteins into peptones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pepsinate",1,1,1 ], "to treat (a patient) with pepsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepsinate",1,1,2 ], "to mix or infuse (something) with pepsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pepsinogen",1,1,1 ], "the inactive precursor of pepsin produced by the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptic ulcer",1,1,1 ], "an ulcer of the mucous membrane lining those parts of the alimentary tract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptic ulcer",1,1,1 ], "exposed to digestive juices, including the oesophagus, the stomach, the duodenum, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peptic ulcer",1,1,1 ], "parts of the small intestine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "peptic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or promoting digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or caused by pepsin or the action of the digestive juices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptidase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of proteolytic enzymes that hydrolyse peptides to amino acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptide bond",1,1,1 ], "a chemical amide linkage, CHCONHCH, formed by the condensation of the amino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptide bond",1,1,1 ], "group of one amino acid with the carboxyl group of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peptide",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of compounds consisting of two or more amino acids linked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptide",1,1,1 ], "chemical bonding between their respective carboxyl and amino groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peptize",1,1,1 ], "to disperse (a substance) into a colloidal state, usually to form a sol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptone",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of compounds that form an intermediary group in the digestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peptone",1,1,1 ], "of proteins to amino acids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peptonize",1,1,1 ], "pancreatic extract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peptonize",1,1,1 ], "to hydrolyse (a protein) to peptones by enzymic action, esp| by pepsin or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per annum",1,1,1 ], "every year or by the year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per capita",1,2,1 ], "of or for each person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per cent" ,1, 1, 1],"in or for every hundred",1). c_DEF([ "per cent" ,1, 2, 1],"also ",1). c_DEF([ "per cent" ,1, 2, 3],"a percentage or proportion",1). c_DEF([ "per cent" ,1, 2, 4],"(often pl|) securities yielding a rate of interest as specified",1). c_DEF([ "per contra",1,1,1 ], "on the contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per diem",1,1,1 ], "every day or by the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per diem",1,2,1 ], "an allowance for daily expenses, usually those incurred while working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per mensem",1,1,1 ], "every month or by the month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per mill",1,1,1 ], "by the thousand or in each thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per se",1,1,1 ], "by or in itself; intrinsically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per",1,1,1 ], "for every" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per",1,2,1 ], "(esp| in some Latin phrases) by; through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per",1,2,2 ], "as per| according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per",1,2,3 ], "as per usual| Informal| as usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per-",1,1,1 ], "element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "per-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains a high proportion of a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per-",1,1,2 ], "indicating that a chemical element is in a higher than usual state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per-",1,1,2 ], "oxidation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "per-",1,1,3 ], "variant of peroxy-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peracid",1,1,1 ], "an acid, such as perchloric acid, in which the element forming the acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peracid",1,1,1 ], "radical exhibits its highest valency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peracid",1,1,2 ], "an acid, such as persulphuric acid, that contains the -OOH group| Recommended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peracid",1,1,2 ], "names: peroxo acid, peroxy acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peradventure",1,1,1 ], "by chance; perhaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peradventure",1,2,1 ], "chance, uncertainty, or doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perambulate",1,1,1 ], "to walk about (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perambulate",1,2,1 ], "to walk round in order to inspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perambulator",1,1,1 ], "a formal word for pram ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perambulator",1,1,2 ], "a wheel-like instrument used by surveyors to measure distances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perborate",1,1,1 ], "any of certain salts derived, or apparently derived, from perboric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percale",1,1,1 ], "a close-textured woven cotton fabric, plain or printed, used esp| for sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percaline",1,1,1 ], "a fine light cotton fabric, used esp| for linings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceive",1,1,1 ], "or observe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perceive",1,1,1 ], "to become aware of (something) through the senses, esp| the sight; recognize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceive",1,2,1 ], "to come to comprehend; grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceived noise decibel",1,1,1 ], "a unit for measuring perceived levels of noise by comparison with the sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceived noise decibel",1,1,1 ], "pressure level of a reference sound judged equally noisy by a normal listener" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percentage",1,1,1 ], "proportion or rate per hundred parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percentage",1,1,2 ], "the interest, tax, commission, or allowance on a hundred items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percentage",1,1,3 ], "any proportion in relation to the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percentage",1,1,4 ], "profit or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percentile",1,1,1 ], "into 100 groups with equal frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percentile",1,1,1 ], "one of 99 actual or notional values of a variable dividing its distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percept",1,1,1 ], "a concept that depends on recognition by the senses, such as sight, of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percept",1,1,1 ], "external object or phenomenon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percept",1,1,2 ], "an object or phenomenon that is perceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceptible",1,1,1 ], "able to be perceived; noticeable or recognizable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perception",1,1,1 ], "the act or the effect of perceiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perception",1,1,2 ], "insight or intuition gained by perceiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perception",1,1,3 ], "the ability or capacity to perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perception",1,1,4 ], "external world by means of the sensory receptors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perception",1,1,4 ], "the process by which an organism detects and interprets information from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perception",1,1,5 ], "the collection, receipt, or taking into possession of rents, crops, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceptive",1,1,1 ], "quick at perceiving; observant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceptive",1,1,2 ], "perceptual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceptive",1,1,3 ], "able to perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceptual defence",1,1,1 ], "due to their offensive, unpleasant, or threatening nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perceptual defence",1,1,1 ], "the process by which certain stimuli are either not perceived or are distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perceptual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,1 ], "a pole, branch, or other resting place above ground on which a bird roosts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,1 ], "alights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,2 ], "a similar resting place for a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,3 ], "another name for rod ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,4 ], "a solid measure for stone, usually taken as 198 inches by 18 inches by 12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,4 ], "inches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,5 ], "a pole joining the front and rear axles of a carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,6 ], "a frame on which cloth is placed for inspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,1,7 ], "a pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by on) to alight, rest, or cause to rest on or as if on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,2,1 ], "perch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perch",1,3,1 ], "to inspect (cloth) on a perch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",2,1,1 ], "America: valued as food and game fishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perch",2,1,1 ], "any freshwater spiny-finned teleost fish of the family Percidae, esp| those of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perch",2,1,1 ], "the genus Perca, such as P| fluviatilis of Europe and P| flavescens of North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perch",2,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perchance",1,1,1 ], "perhaps; possibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perchance",1,1,2 ], "by chance; accidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perchlorate",1,1,1 ], "ClO'-4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perchlorate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of perchloric acid| Perchlorate salts contain the ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perchloric acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless syrupy oxyacid of chlorine containing a greater proportion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perchloric acid",1,1,1 ], "oxygen than chloric acid| It is a powerful oxidizing agent and is used as a laboratory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perchloric acid",1,1,1 ], "reagent| Formula: HClO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perchloride",1,1,1 ], "a chloride that contains more chlorine than other chlorides of the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perchloride",1,1,1 ], "element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percipient",1,1,1 ], "able to perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percipient",1,1,2 ], "perceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percipient",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that perceives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Percoidea, a suborder of spiny-finned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percoid",1,1,1 ], "teleost fishes including the perches, sea bass, red mullet, cichlids, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percoid",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a perch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percoid",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the suborder Percoidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percolate",1,1,1 ], "a liquid) to pass through a fine mesh, etc|; trickle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percolate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a liquid) to pass through a fine mesh, porous substance, etc| or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percolate",1,1,2 ], "to permeate; penetrate gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percolate",1,2,1 ], "to become active or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percolate",1,2,2 ], "to make (coffee) or (of coffee) to be made in a percolator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percolate",1,3,1 ], "a product of percolation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percolator",1,1,1 ], "a kind of coffeepot in which boiling water is forced up through a tube and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percolator",1,1,1 ], "filters down through the coffee grounds into a container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percuss",1,1,1 ], "to strike sharply, rapidly, or suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percuss",1,1,2 ], "diagnosis or for therapeutic purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percuss",1,1,2 ], "to tap on (a body surface) with the fingertips or a special hammer to aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion cap",1,1,1 ], "a detonator consisting of a paper or thin metal cap containing material that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion cap",1,1,1 ], "explodes when struck and formerly used in certain firearms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percussion instrument",1,1,1 ], "any of various musical instruments that produce a sound when their resonating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion instrument",1,1,1 ], "be of definite pitch (as a kettledrum or xylophone), indefinite pitch (as a gong" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "percussion instrument",1,1,1 ], "or rattle), or a mixture of both (as various drums)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "percussion instrument",1,1,1 ], "surfaces are struck directly, as with a stick or mallet, or by leverage action| They may" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percussion lock",1,1,1 ], "a gunlock in which the hammer strikes a percussion cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion",1,1,1 ], "the act, an instance, or an effect of percussing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion",1,1,2 ], "the family of instruments in which sound arises from the striking of materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion",1,1,2 ], "with sticks or hammers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percussion",1,1,2,1 ], "instruments of this family constituting a section of an orchestra, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion",1,1,2,2 ], "(as modifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion",1,1,3 ], "the act of percussing a body surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussion",1,1,4 ], "the act of exploding a percussion cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays any of several percussion instruments, esp| in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percussionist",1,1,1 ], "orchestra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "percussive",1,1,1 ], "of, caused by, or relating to percussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "percutaneous",1,1,1 ], "effected through the skin, as in the absorption of an ointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perdition",1,1,1,1 ], "final and irrevocable spiritual ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perdition",1,1,1,2 ], "this state as one that the wicked are said to be destined to endure forever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perdition",1,1,2 ], "another word for hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perdition",1,1,3 ], "utter disaster, ruin, or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perdu",1,1,1 ], "a soldier placed at hazard or in a situation from which there is little chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perdu",1,1,1 ], "of recovery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perdu",1,2,1 ], "hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perdurable",1,1,1 ], "extremely durable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrinate",1,1,1 ], "to travel or wander about from place to place; voyage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrinate",1,2,1 ], "to travel through (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrinate",1,3,1 ], "an obsolete word for foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrination",1,1,1 ], "a voyage, esp| an extensive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrination",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrine falcon",1,1,1 ], "a falcon, Falco peregrinus, occurring in most parts of the world, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrine falcon",1,1,1 ], "dark plumage on the back and wings and lighter underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peregrine",1,1,1 ], "coming from abroad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peregrine",1,1,2 ], "travelling or migratory; wandering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pereira bark",1,1,1 ], "of a substance formerly used for treating malaria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pereira bark",1,1,1 ], "the bark of a South American apocynaceous tree, Geissospermum vellosii: source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peremptory",1,1,1 ], "urgent or commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peremptory",1,1,2 ], "not able to be remitted or debated; decisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peremptory",1,1,3 ], "positive or assured in speech, manner, etc|; dogmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peremptory",1,1,3,1 ], "admitting of no denial or contradiction; precluding debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peremptory",1,1,3,2 ], "obligatory rather than permissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perennate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) to live from one growing season to another, usually with a period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perennate",1,1,1 ], "of reduced activity between seasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perennial",1,1,1 ], "lasting throughout the year or through many years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perennial",1,1,2 ], "everlasting; perpetual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perennial",1,2,1 ], "a woody or herbaceous plant that continues its growth for at least three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perennial",1,2,1 ], "years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfect competition",1,1,1 ], "a market situation in which there exits a homogeneous product, freedom of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfect competition",1,1,1 ], "entry, and a large number of buyers and sellers none of whom individually can affect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfect competition",1,1,1 ], "price" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perfect gas",1,1,1 ], "another name for ideal gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfect number",1,1,1 ], "an integer, such as 28, that is equal to the sum of all its possible factors," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfect number",1,1,1 ], "excluding itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfect participle",1,1,1 ], "another name for past participle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfect pitch",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for absolute pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfect rhyme",1,1,1 ], "are identical although the consonants preceding the stressed vowels may be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfect rhyme",1,1,1 ], "different, as between part/hart or believe/conceive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perfect rhyme",1,1,1 ], "rhyme between words in which the stressed vowels and any succeeding consonants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfect rhyme",1,1,2 ], "a rhyme between two words that are pronounced the same although differing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfect rhyme",1,1,2 ], "meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 10],"positive certain, or assured",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 1],"having all essential elements",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 2],"unblemished; faultless",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 3],"correct or precise",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 4],"utter or absolute",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 5],"excellent in all respects",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"(of flowers)",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 6],"exactly divisible into equal integral or polynomial roots",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"(of plants) having all parts present",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 7],"having functional stamens and pistils",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"of or relating to the intervals of the unison, fourth, fifth, and octave",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"(of a cadence) ending on the tonic chord, giving a feeling of conclusion",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 8],"by the subject| In English this is a compound tense, formed with have or has plus",2). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 8],"denoting a tense of verbs used in describing an action that has been completed",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 1, 8],"the past participle",3). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"the perfect tense",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"a verb in this tense",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 4, 1],"to make perfect; improve to one's satisfaction",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 4, 2],"to make fully accomplished",1). c_DEF([ "perfect" ,1, 4, 3],"to print the reverse side of (a printed sheet of paper)",1). c_DEF([ "perfectible",1,1,1 ], "capable of becoming or being made perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfection",1,1,1 ], "the act of perfecting or the state or quality of being perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfection",1,1,2 ], "the highest degree of a quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfection",1,1,3 ], "an embodiment of perfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfectionism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that man can attain perfection in this life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfectionism",1,1,2 ], "the demand for the highest standard of excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfectionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who strives for or demands the highest standards of excellence in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfectionist",1,1,1 ], "work, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfectionist",1,1,2 ], "a person who believes the doctrine of perfectionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfectionist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to perfectionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfective",1,1,1 ], "tending to perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfective",1,1,2 ], "denoting an aspect of verbs in some languages, including English, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfective",1,1,2 ], "express that the action or event described by the verb is or was completed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfectly",1,1,1 ], "completely, utterly, or absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfectly",1,1,2 ], "in a perfect way; extremely well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfecto",1,1,1 ], "a large cigar that is tapered from both ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfervid",1,1,1 ], "extremely ardent, enthusiastic, or zealous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfidious",1,1,1 ], "guilty, treacherous, or faithless; deceitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfidy",1,1,1 ], "a perfidious act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfin",1,1,1 ], "the former name for spif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfoliate",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf) having a base that completely encloses the stem, so that the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfoliate",1,1,1 ], "appears to pass through it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perforate",1,1,1 ], "to make a hole or holes in (something); penetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforate",1,2,1 ], "to punch rows of holes between (stamps, etc|) for ease of separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforate",1,3,1,1 ], "pierced by small holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforate",1,3,1,2 ], "marked with small transparent spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforate",1,3,2 ], "another word for perforated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforated tape",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for paper tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforated",1,1,1 ], "pierced with one or more holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforated",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of stamps) having perforations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforation gauge",1,1,1 ], "a graduated scale for measuring perforations and roulettes of postage stamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforation",1,1,1 ], "the act of perforating or the state of being perforated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforation",1,1,2 ], "a hole or holes made in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforation",1,1,2,1 ], "a method of making individual stamps, etc| easily separable by punching holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforation",1,1,2,1 ], "along their margins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perforation",1,1,2,2 ], "the holes punched in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perforce",1,1,1 ], "by necessity; unavoidably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perform",1,1,1 ], "to carry out or do (an action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perform",1,2,1 ], "to fulfil or comply with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perform",1,2,2 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perform",1,2,2 ], "to present or enact (a play, concert, etc|) before or otherwise entertain an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perform",1,3,1 ], "to accomplish sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performance test",1,1,1 ], "a test designed to assess a person's manual ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performance",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or art of performing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performance",1,1,2 ], "an artistic or dramatic production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performance",1,1,3 ], "manner or quality of functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performance",1,1,4 ], "mode of conduct or behaviour, esp| when distasteful or irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performance",1,1,5 ], "any accomplishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performative",1,1,1,1 ], "For example, the sentence I confess that I was there is itself a confession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "performative",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting a verb that may be used as the main verb in such an utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performative",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting an utterance that itself constitutes the act described by the verb|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performative",1,1,1,2 ], "promiseis a performative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performative",1,1,1,2 ], "that sentence is a performative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performing arts",1,1,1 ], "drama" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "performing arts",1,1,1 ], "the arts that are primarily performed before an audience, such as dance and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "performing",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) trained to perform tricks before an audience, as in a circus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfume",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of alcohol and fragrant essential oils extracted from flowers, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfume",1,1,1 ], "body, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perfume",1,1,1 ], "or made synthetically, used esp| to impart a pleasant long-lasting scent to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perfume",1,1,2 ], "a scent or odour, esp| a fragrant one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfume",1,2,1 ], "(p@@!fju$:m)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfume",1,3,1 ], "to impart a perfume to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfumer",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or sells perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfumery",1,1,1 ], "a place where perfumes are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfumery",1,1,2 ], "a factory where perfumes are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfumery",1,1,3 ], "the process of making perfumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfumery",1,1,4 ], "perfumes in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfunctory",1,1,1 ], "done superficially, only as a matter of routine; careless or cursory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfunctory",1,1,2 ], "dull or indifferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perfuse",1,1,1 ], "to suffuse or permeate (a liquid, colour, etc|) through or over (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perf|",1,1,1 ], "perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perf|",1,1,2 ], "perforated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perf|",1,1,3 ], "perforation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pergola",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal trellis or framework, supported on posts, that carries climbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pergola",1,1,1 ], "plants and may form a covered walk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perhaps",1,1,1,1 ], "possibly; maybe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perhaps",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perhaps",1,2,1 ], "it may happen, be so, etc|; maybe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peri",1,1,1 ], "(in Persian folklore) one of a race of beautiful supernatural beings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peri",1,1,2 ], "any beautiful fairy-like creature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peri-",1,1,1 ], "enclosing, encircling, or around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peri-",1,1,2 ], "near or adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perianth",1,1,1 ], "the outer part of a flower, consisting of the calyx and corolla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periapt",1,1,1 ], "a charm or amulet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periblem",1,1,1 ], "a layer of meristematic tissue in stems and roots that gives rise to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periblem",1,1,1 ], "cortex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pericarditis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the pericardium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericardium",1,1,1 ], "the membranous sac enclosing the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericarp",1,1,1 ], "ovary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pericarp",1,1,1 ], "the part of a fruit enclosing the seeds that develops from the wall of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericarp",1,1,2 ], "a layer of tissue around the reproductive bodies of some algae and fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perichondrium",1,1,1 ], "the white fibrous membrane that covers the surface of cartilage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periclase",1,1,1 ], "a mineral consisting of magnesium oxide in the form of isometric crystals or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periclase",1,1,1 ], "grains: occurs in limestone masses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periclinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a pericline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periclinal",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to cell walls that are parallel to the surface of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periclinal",1,1,1,1 ], "part, such as a meristem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periclinal",1,1,1,2 ], "(of chimeras) having one component completely enclosed by the other component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericline",1,1,1 ], "a white translucent variety of albite in the form of elongated crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericline",1,1,2 ], "a dome-shaped formation of stratified rock with its slopes following the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericline",1,1,2 ], "direction of folding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pericope",1,1,1 ], "a selection from a book, esp| a passage from the Bible read at religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericope",1,1,1 ], "services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pericranium",1,1,1 ], "the fibrous membrane covering the external surface of the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericycle",1,1,1 ], "a layer of plant tissue beneath the endodermis: surrounds the conducting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pericycle",1,1,1 ], "tissue in roots and certain stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pericynthion",1,1,1 ], "nearest the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pericynthion",1,1,1 ], "the point at which a spacecraft launched from earth into a lunar orbit is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periderm",1,1,1 ], "cambium, phelloderm and cork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periderm",1,1,1 ], "the outer corky protective layer of woody stems and roots, consisting of cork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peridium",1,1,1 ], "the distinct outer layer of the spore-bearing organ in many fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peridot",1,1,1 ], "a pale green transparent variety of the olivine chrysolite, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peridot",1,1,1 ], "gemstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peridotite",1,1,1 ], "a dark coarse-grained ultrabasic plutonic igneous rock consisting principally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peridotite",1,1,1 ], "of olivine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perigee",1,1,1 ], "satellite is nearest the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perigee",1,1,1 ], "the point in its orbit around the earth when the moon or an artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periglacial",1,1,1 ], "relating to a region bordering a glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perigon",1,1,1 ], "an angle of 360 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perigynous",1,1,1 ], "(of a flower) having a concave or flat receptacle with a distinct gynoecium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perigynous",1,1,1 ], "surrounded by the other floral parts, as in the rose hip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perigynous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the parts of a flower arranged in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perihelion",1,1,1 ], "the point in its orbit when a planet or comet is nearest the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peril",1,1,1 ], "exposure to risk or harm; danger or jeopardy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perilous",1,1,1 ], "very hazardous or dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perilune",1,1,1 ], "the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perilune",1,1,1 ], "the point in a lunar orbit when a spacecraft launched from the moon is nearest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perilymph",1,1,1 ], "internal ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perilymph",1,1,1 ], "the fluid filling the space between the membranous and bony labyrinths of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perimeter" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any boundary around something, such as a field, etc",1). c_DEF([ "perimeter" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the curve or line enclosing a plane area",1). c_DEF([ "perimeter" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "perimeter" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the length of this curve or line",1). c_DEF([ "perimeter" ,1, 1, 2],"a medical instrument for measuring the limits of the field of vision",1). c_DEF([ "perimorph",1,1,1 ], "a mineral that encloses another mineral of a different type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perimysium",1,1,1 ], "muscle fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perimysium",1,1,1 ], "the sheath of fibrous connective tissue surrounding the primary bundles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perinatal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring in the period immediately before or after birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perinephrium",1,1,1 ], "the fatty and connective tissue surrounding the kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perineum",1,1,1 ], "of the underlying structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perineum",1,1,1 ], "the region of the body between the anus and the genital organs, including some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perineum",1,1,2 ], "the nearly diamond-shaped surface of the human trunk between the thighs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perineuritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the perineurium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perineurium",1,1,1 ], "the connective tissue forming a sheath around a single bundle of nerve fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period piece",1,1,1 ], "an object, piece of music, etc|, valued for its quality of evoking a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period piece",1,1,1 ], "particular historical period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,1 ], "a portion of time of indefinable length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,1,1 ], "a portion of time specified in some way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,10 ], "a completion or end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical name for menstruation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,3 ], "a unit of geological time during which a system of rocks is formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4 ], "a division of time, esp| of the academic day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4,1 ], "reciprocal of frequency| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4,1 ], "the time required by a body to make one complete rotation on its axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4,1 ], "the time taken to complete one cycle of a regularly recurring phenomenon; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4,2 ], "an interval in which the values of a periodic function follow a certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4,2 ], "of a variable star" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4,2 ], "pattern that is duplicated over successive intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,4,2 ], "the time interval between two successive maxima or minima of light variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,5 ], "one of the horizontal rows of elements in the periodic table| Each period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,5 ], "starts with an alkali metal and ends with a rare gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,6 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for full stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,7 ], "a complete sentence, esp| a complex one with several clauses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,8 ], "a passage or division of a piece of music, usually consisting of two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,8 ], "contrasting or complementary musical phrases and ending on a cadence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "period",1,1,9 ], "a unit consisting of two or more cola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of a periodic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of various oxyacids of iodine containing a greater proportion of oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic acid",1,1,1 ], "crystalline compounds HIO4 (metaperiodic acid) and H5IO6 (paraperiodic acid)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "periodic acid",1,1,1 ], "than iodic acid and differing from each other in water content, esp| either of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periodic function",1,1,1 ], "a function, such as sin x, whose value is repeated at constant intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic law",1,1,1 ], "functions of their atomic weights or, more accurately, of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periodic law",1,1,1 ], "the principle that the chemical properties of the elements are periodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic law",1,1,1 ], "their atomic numbers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "periodic sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sentence in which the completion of the main clause is left to the end, thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic sentence",1,1,1 ], "creating an effect of suspense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periodic system",1,1,1 ], "the classification of the elements based on the periodic law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic table",1,1,1 ], "a table of the elements, arranged in order of increasing atomic number, based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic table",1,1,1 ], "on the periodic law| Elements having similar chemical properties and electronic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periodic table",1,1,1 ], "structures appear in vertical columns (groups)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "periodic",1,1,1 ], "happening or recurring at intervals; intermittent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodic",1,1,3 ], "having or occurring in repeated periods or cycles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodical",1,1,1 ], "a publication issued at regular intervals, usually monthly or weekly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodical",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to such publications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodical",1,2,2 ], "published at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodical",1,2,3 ], "periodic or occasional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodization",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of dividing history into periods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodontal",1,1,1 ], "situated around a tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periodontics",1,1,1 ], "structures that surround teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periodontics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of dentistry concerned with diseases affecting the tissues and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perionychium",1,1,1 ], "the skin that surrounds a fingernail or toenail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periosteum",1,1,1 ], "a thick fibrous two-layered membrane covering the surface of bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periostitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the periosteum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periotic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the structures situated around the internal ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periotic",1,1,2 ], "situated around the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripatetic",1,1,1 ], "itinerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripatetic",1,1,2 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peripatetic",1,1,2 ], "employed in two or more educational establishments and travelling from one to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripatetic",1,2,1 ], "a peripatetic person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripeteia",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in drama) an abrupt turn of events or reversal of circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripheral device",1,1,1 ], "any device, such as a card punch, line printer, or magnetic tape unit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripheral device",1,1,1 ], "concerned with input/output, storage, etc| Often shortened to peripheral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peripheral",1,1,1 ], "not relating to the most important part of something; incidental, minor, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripheral",1,1,1 ], "superficial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peripheral",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or of the nature of a periphery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peripheral",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or situated near the surface of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphery",1,1,1 ], "the outermost boundary of an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphery",1,1,2 ], "the outside surface of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphery",1,1,3 ], "the surface or outermost part of the body or one of its organs or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphrasis",1,1,1 ], "a roundabout way of expressing something; circumlocution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphrasis",1,1,2 ], "an expression of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphrastic",1,1,1 ], "employing or involving periphrasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphrastic",1,1,2 ], "esp| of a tense of a verb where the second element is an auxiliary verb| For" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periphrastic",1,1,2 ], "example, He does go and He will go involve periphrastic tenses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "periphrastic",1,1,2 ], "expressed in two or more words rather than by an inflected form of one: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphyton",1,1,1 ], "aquatic organisms, such as certain algae, that live attached to rocks or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periphyton",1,1,1 ], "surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peripteral",1,1,1 ], "having a row of columns on all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perique",1,1,1 ], "Louisiana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perique",1,1,1 ], "a strong highly-flavoured tobacco cured in its own juices and grown in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perisarc",1,1,1 ], "as species of Obelia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perisarc",1,1,1 ], "the outer chitinous layer secreted by colonial hydrozoan coelenterates, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periscope",1,1,1 ], "above the surface of the water| They have a system of mirrors or prisms to reflect" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "periscope",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of optical instruments that enable the user to view objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periscope",1,1,1 ], "that are not in the direct line of vision, such as one in a submarine for looking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periscope",1,1,1 ], "the light and often contain focusing lenses" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "periscopic",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens) having a wide field of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perish",1,1,1 ], "to be destroyed or die, esp| in an untimely way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perish",1,1,2 ], "to rot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perish",1,1,3 ], "do a perish| Austral| informal| to die or come near to dying of thirst or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perish",1,1,3 ], "starvation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perishable",1,1,1 ], "liable to rot or wither" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perishable",1,2,1 ], "a perishable article, esp| food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perished",1,1,1 ], "(of a person, part of the body, etc|) extremely cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perishing",1,1,1 ], "(of weather, etc|) extremely cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perishing",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier qualifying something undesirable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perisperm",1,1,1 ], "from the nucellus of the ovule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perisperm",1,1,1 ], "the nutritive tissue surrounding the embryo in certain seeds, and developing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perispomenon",1,1,1 ], "(of a Greek word) bearing a circumflex accent on the last syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perispomenon",1,2,1 ], "a word having such an accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perissodactyl",1,1,1 ], "any placental mammal of the order Perissodactyla, having hooves with an odd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perissodactyl",1,1,1 ], "number of toes: includes horses, tapirs, and rhinoceroses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perissodactyl",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Perissodactyla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peristalsis",1,1,1 ], "the succession of waves of involuntary muscular contraction of various bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peristalsis",1,1,1 ], "tubes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peristome",1,1,1 ], "a fringe of pointed teeth surrounding the opening of a moss capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peristome",1,1,2 ], "any of various parts surrounding the mouth of invertebrates such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peristome",1,1,2 ], "echinoderms, earthworms, and protozoans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peristyle",1,1,1 ], "a colonnade that surrounds a court or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peristyle",1,1,2 ], "an area that is surrounded by a colonnade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perithecium",1,1,1 ], "a flask-shaped structure containing asci that are discharged from an apical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perithecium",1,1,1 ], "pore; a type of ascocarp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peritoneum",1,1,1 ], "a thin translucent serous sac that lines the walls of the abdominal cavity and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peritoneum",1,1,1 ], "covers most of the viscera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peritonitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the peritoneum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peritrack",1,1,1 ], "another name for taxiway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peritricha",1,1,1 ], "ciliate protozoans, of the order Peritrichida, in which the cilia are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peritricha",1,1,1 ], "restricted to a spiral around the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peritricha",1,1,2 ], "bacteria having the entire cell surface covered with cilia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periwig",1,1,1 ], "a wig, such as a peruke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periwinkle",1,1,1 ], "any of various edible marine gastropods of the genus Littorina, esp| L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periwinkle",1,1,1 ], "littorea, having a spirally coiled shell| Often shortened to winkle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periwinkle",2,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periwinkle",2,1,1 ], "apocynaceous evergreen plants of the genus Vinca, such as V| minor and V| major , having" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "periwinkle",2,1,1 ], "trailing stems and blue flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "periwinkle",2,1,1,1 ], "a light purplish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "periwinkle",2,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perjure",1,1,1 ], "to render (oneself) guilty of perjury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perjured",1,1,1,1 ], "having sworn falsely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perjured",1,1,1,2 ], "having committed perjury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perjured",1,1,2 ], "involving or characterized by perjury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perjury",1,1,1 ], "lawfully sworn or having affirmed, wilfully gives false evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perjury",1,1,1 ], "the offence committed by a witness in judicial proceedings who, having been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perk up",1,1,1 ], "to make or become more cheerful, hopeful, or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perk up",1,1,2 ], "to rise or cause to rise briskly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perk up",1,2,1 ], "to make smarter in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perk up",1,3,1 ], "to vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perk",1,1,1 ], "pert; brisk; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perk",2,1,1 ], "(of coffee) to percolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perk",3,1,1 ], "short for perquisite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perky",1,1,1 ], "perkier, perkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perky",1,1,2 ], "jaunty; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perky",1,1,3 ], "confident; spirited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perlite",1,1,1 ], "a variety of obsidian consisting of masses of small pearly globules: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perlite",1,1,1 ], "filler, insulator, and soil-conditioner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perlocution",1,1,1 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perlocution",1,1,1 ], "the effect that someone has by uttering certain words, such as frightening a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perm",1,1,1 ], "short for permanent wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perm",1,2,1 ], "to give (hair) a permanent wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perm",2,1,1 ], "short for permutation ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permafrost",1,1,1 ], "ground that is permanently frozen, often to great depths, the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permafrost",1,1,1 ], "sometimes thawing in the summer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permalloy",1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys containing iron and nickel (45-80 per cent) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permalloy",1,1,1 ], "sometimes smaller amounts of chromium and molybdenum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permanence",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being permanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanency",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is permanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanency",1,1,2 ], "another word for permanence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanent magnet",1,1,1 ], "a magnet, often of steel, that retains its magnetization after the magnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanent magnet",1,1,1 ], "field producing it has been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permanent press",1,1,1,1 ], "a chemical treatment for clothing that makes the fabric crease-resistant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanent press",1,1,1,1 ], "sometimes provides a garment with a permanent crease or pleats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permanent press",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanent wave",1,1,1 ], "a series of waves or curls made in the hair by application of heat or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanent wave",1,1,1 ], "chemicals, lasting several months| Often shortened to perm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permanent way",1,1,1 ], "the track of a railway, including the ballast, sleepers, rails, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanent",1,1,1 ], "existing or intended to exist for an indefinite period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanent",1,1,2 ], "not expected to change for an indefinite time; not temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanganate",1,1,1 ], "a salt of permanganic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permanganic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: HMnO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permanganic acid",1,1,1 ], "a monobasic acid known only in solution and in the form of permanganate salts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeability",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being permeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeability",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the ability of a medium to modify a magnetic field, expressed as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeability",1,1,2 ], "measured in henries per metre| Symbol: m" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "permeability",1,1,2 ], "the ratio of the magnetic flux density in the medium to the field strength;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permeability",1,1,3 ], "the rate at which gas diffuses through the surface of a balloon or airship," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeability",1,1,3 ], "usually expressed in litres per square metre per day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permeable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being permeated, esp| by liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeance",1,1,1 ], "the act of permeating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeance",1,1,2 ], "the reciprocal of the reluctance of a magnetic circuit| Symbol: V" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeate",1,1,1 ], "to penetrate or pervade (a substance, area, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permeate",1,1,2 ], "to pass through or cause to pass through by osmosis or diffusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permissible",1,1,1 ], "permitted; allowable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permission",1,1,1 ], "authorization to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permissive",1,1,1 ], "tolerant; lenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permissive",1,1,2 ], "indulgent in matters of sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permissive",1,1,3 ], "granting permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permissive",1,1,4 ], "not obligatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permit",1,1,1 ], "(p@@!m$It), mits, mitting, mitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permit",1,2,1 ], "to grant permission to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permit",1,3,1 ], "to consent to or tolerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permit",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permit",1,3,3 ], "when tr|, often foll| by an infinitive) to allow the possibility (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permit",1,4,1 ], "an official certificate or document granting authorization; licence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permit",1,4,2 ], "permission, esp| written permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permittivity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a substance to transmit an electric field," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permittivity",1,1,1 ], "expressed as the ratio of its electric displacement to the applied field strength;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permittivity",1,1,1 ], "measured in farads per metre| Symbol: e" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,1,1 ], "an ordered arrangement of the numbers, terms, etc|, of a set into specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,1,1 ], "groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,1,2 ], "a group formed in this way|The number of permutations of n objects taken r at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,1,2 ], "a time is n!/(n-r)!| Symbol: nPr" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,2 ], "a combination of items, etc|, made by reordering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,3 ], "an alteration; transformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,4 ], "a fixed combination for selections of results on football pools| Usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permutation",1,1,4 ], "shortened to perm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "permute",1,1,1 ], "to change the sequence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "permute",1,1,2 ], "to subject to permutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pernicious anaemia",1,1,1 ], "a form of anaemia characterized by lesions of the spinal cord, weakness, sore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pernicious anaemia",1,1,1 ], "absorption of vitamin B12" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pernicious anaemia",1,1,1 ], "tongue, numbness in the arms and legs, diarrhoea, etc|: associated with inadequate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pernicious",1,1,1 ], "wicked or malicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pernicious",1,1,2 ], "causing grave harm; deadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pernickety",1,1,1 ], "excessively precise and attentive to detail; fussy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pernickety",1,1,2 ], "(of a task) requiring close attention; exacting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroneal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the fibula or the outer side of the leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perorate",1,1,1 ], "to speak at length, esp| in a formal manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perorate",1,1,2 ], "to conclude a speech or sum up, esp| with a formal recapitulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroration",1,1,1 ], "summed up or recapitulated, esp| with greater emphasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peroration",1,1,1 ], "the conclusion of a speech or discourse, in which points made previously are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxidase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that catalyse the oxidation of a compound by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxidase",1,1,1 ], "decomposition of hydrogen peroxide or an organic peroxide| They generally consist of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peroxidase",1,1,1 ], "protein combined with haem" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,1 ], "short for hydrogen peroxide, esp| when used for bleaching hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of metallic oxides, such as sodium peroxide, Na2O2, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,2 ], "contain the divalent ion '-O-O'-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,3 ], "any of certain dioxides, such as manganese peroxide, MnO2, that resemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,3 ], "peroxides in their formula but do not contain the '-O-O'- ion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,4 ], "any of a class of organic compounds whose molecules contain two oxygen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,4 ], "bound together| They tend to be explosive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, bleached with, or resembling peroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxide",1,2,1 ], "to bleach (the hair) with peroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxy-" ,1, 1, 1],"for inorganic compounds",1). c_DEF([ "peroxy-" ,1, 1, 2],"3peroxo-combining form",1). c_DEF([ "peroxy-" ,1, 1, 3],"indicating the presence of the peroxide group, -O-O-",1). c_DEF([ "peroxy-" ,1, 1, 4],"Also (not in technical usage): per-",1). c_DEF([ "peroxysulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "a white hygroscopic crystalline unstable oxidizing acid| Formula: H2SO5| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peroxysulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "called (not in technical usage): persulphuric acid, Caro's acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perpend",1,1,1 ], "a large stone that passes through a wall from one side to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpend",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for ponder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,1,1 ], "at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,1,2 ], "England during the 14th and 15th centuries, characterized by tracery having vertical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,1,2 ], "denoting, relating to, or having the style of Gothic architecture used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,1,2 ], "lines, a four-centred arch, and fan vaulting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,1,3 ], "upright; vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,2,1 ], "a line or plane perpendicular to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,2,2 ], "any instrument used for indicating the vertical line through a given point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpendicular",1,2,3 ], "a nearly vertical face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetrate",1,1,1 ], "to perform or be responsible for (a deception, crime, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual motion",1,1,1 ], "external source of energy| It is impossible in practice because of friction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual motion",1,1,1 ], "motion of a hypothetical mechanism that continues indefinitely without any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual motion",1,1,2 ], "lower temperature| It is impossible in practice because of the second law of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual motion",1,1,2 ], "motion of a hypothetical mechanism that derives its energy from a source at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual motion",1,1,2 ], "thermodynamics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual",1,1,1 ], "eternal; permanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual",1,1,2 ], "seemingly ceaseless because often repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual",1,1,3 ], "blooming throughout the growing season or year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetual",1,2,1 ], "a plant that blooms throughout the growing season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetuate",1,1,1 ], "to cause to continue or prevail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetuity",1,1,1 ], "eternity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetuity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being perpetual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetuity",1,1,3 ], "a limitation preventing the absolute disposal of an estate for longer than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetuity",1,1,3 ], "period allowed by law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perpetuity",1,1,4 ], "an annuity with no maturity date and payable indefinitely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perpetuity",1,1,5 ], "in perpetuity| for ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perplex",1,1,1 ], "to puzzle; bewilder; confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perplex",1,1,2 ], "to complicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perplexity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being perplexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perplexity",1,1,2 ], "the state of being intricate or complicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perplexity",1,1,3 ], "something that perplexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perquisite",1,1,1 ], "an incidental benefit gained from a certain type of employment, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perquisite",1,1,1 ], "use of a company car" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perquisite",1,1,2 ], "a customary benefit received in addition to a regular income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perquisite",1,1,3 ], "a customary tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perquisite",1,1,4 ], "(informal) to perk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perquisite",1,1,4 ], "something expected or regarded as an exclusive right|Often shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perron",1,1,1 ], "an external flight of steps, esp| one at the front entrance of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perry",1,1,1 ], "wine made of pears, similar in taste to cider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persalt",1,1,1 ], "any salt of a peracid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perse",1,1,1 ], "of a dark greyish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persecute",1,1,1 ], "to oppress, harass, or maltreat, esp| because of race, religion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persecute",1,1,2 ], "to bother persistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persecution complex",1,1,1 ], "an acute irrational fear that other people are plotting one's downfall and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persecution complex",1,1,1 ], "that they are responsible for one's failures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persecution",1,1,1 ], "the act of persecuting or the state of being persecuted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perseverance",1,1,1 ], "continued steady belief or efforts, withstanding discouragement or difficulty;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perseverance",1,1,1 ], "persistence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perseverance",1,1,2 ], "persistence in remaining in a state of grace until death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perseveration",1,1,1 ], "the tendency for an impression, idea, or feeling to dissipate only slowly and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perseveration",1,1,1 ], "to recur during subsequent experiences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perseveration",1,1,2 ], "an inability to change one's method of working when transferred from one task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perseveration",1,1,2 ], "to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persevere",1,1,1 ], "to show perseverance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persicaria",1,1,1 ], "another name for red shank (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persiennes",1,1,1 ], "outside window shutters having louvres to keep out the sun while maintaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persiennes",1,1,1 ], "ventilation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persiflage",1,1,1 ], "light frivolous conversation, style, or treatment; friendly teasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persimmon",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical trees of the genus Diospyros, typically having hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persimmon",1,1,1 ], "wood and large orange-red fruit: family Ebenaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persimmon",1,1,2 ], "the sweet fruit of any of these trees, which is edible when completely ripe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persist",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to continue steadfastly or obstinately despite opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persist",1,1,1 ], "or difficulty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persist",1,1,2 ], "to continue to exist or occur without interruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistence",1,1,1 ], "the quality of persisting; tenacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistence",1,1,2 ], "the act of persisting; continued effort or existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistence",1,1,3 ], "the continuance of an effect after the cause of it has stopped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistent cruelty",1,1,1 ], "conduct causing fear of danger to the life or health of a spouse (used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistent cruelty",1,1,1 ], "matrimonial proceedings before magistrates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persistent",1,1,1 ], "showing persistence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistent",1,1,2 ], "incessantly repeated; unrelenting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistent",1,1,3 ], "(of plant parts) remaining attached to the plant after the normal time of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistent",1,1,3 ], "withering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persistent",1,1,3,1 ], "(of parts normally present only in young stages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistent",1,1,4 ], "present in the adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persistent",1,1,4,2 ], "continuing to grow or develop after the normal period of growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persnickety",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for pernickety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,1 ], "an individual human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,2 ], "the body of a human being, sometimes including his or her clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,3 ], "a grammatical category into which pronouns and forms of verbs are subdivided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,3 ], "depending on whether they refer to the speaker, the person addressed, or some other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,3 ], "individual, thing, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,4 ], "a human being or a corporation recognized in law as having certain rights and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,4 ], "obligations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,5 ], "a being characterized by a personality, consciousness, rationality, a moral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,5 ], "sense, and self-awareness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,6 ], "a character or role; guise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,7 ], "in person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,7,1 ], "actually present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "person",1,1,7,2 ], "without the help or intervention of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persona grata",1,1,1 ], "an acceptable person, esp| a diplomat acceptable to the government of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persona grata",1,1,1 ], "country to which he is sent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persona non grata",1,1,1 ], "an unacceptable or unwelcome person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persona non grata",1,1,2 ], "a diplomatic or consular officer who is not acceptable to the government or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persona non grata",1,1,2 ], "sovereign to whom he is accredited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "persona",1,1,1 ], "a character in a play, novel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persona",1,1,2 ], "an assumed identity or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persona",1,1,3 ], "(in Jungian psychology) the mechanism that conceals a person's true thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persona",1,1,3 ], "and feelings, esp| in his adaptation to the outside world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personable",1,1,1 ], "pleasant in appearance and personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personage",1,1,1 ], "an important or distinguished person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personage",1,1,2 ], "another word for person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personage",1,1,3 ], "a figure in literature, history, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal column",1,1,1 ], "a newspaper column containing personal messages, advertisements by charities," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal column",1,1,1 ], "requests for friendship, holiday companions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personal equation",1,1,1 ], "characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personal equation",1,1,1 ], "the variation or error in observation or judgment caused by individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal equation",1,1,2 ], "the allowance made for such variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal pronoun",1,1,1 ], "a pronoun having a definite person or thing as an antecedent and functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal pronoun",1,1,1 ], "grammatically in the same way as the noun that it replaces| In English, the personal pronouns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personal pronoun",1,1,1 ], "include I, you, he, she, it, we, and they, and are inflected for case" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "personal property",1,1,1 ], "moveable property, such as furniture, money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the private aspects of a person's life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a person's body, its care, or its appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,3 ], "belonging to or intended for a particular person and no one else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,4 ], "undertaken by an individual himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,5 ], "intimate affairs, etc|, esp| in an offensive way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,5 ], "referring to, concerning, or involving a person's individual personality," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,6 ], "having the attributes of an individual conscious being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,7 ], "of or arising from the personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,8 ], "of, relating to, or denoting grammatical person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,1,9 ], "of or relating to moveable property, as money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personal",1,2,1 ], "an item of moveable property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personalism",1,1,1 ], "a philosophical movement that stresses the value of persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personalism",1,1,2 ], "an idiosyncratic mode of behaviour or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality disorder",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of mental disorders characterized by a permanent disposition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality disorder",1,1,1 ], "behave in ways causing suffering to oneself or others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personality inventory",1,1,1 ], "a form of personality test in which the subject answers questions about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality inventory",1,1,1 ], "extroversion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "personality inventory",1,1,1 ], "himself| The results are used to determine dimensions of personality, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personality test",1,1,1 ], "any test designed to assess a subject's personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality type",1,1,1 ], "a cluster of personality traits commonly occurring together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,1 ], "the sum total of all the behavioural and mental characteristics by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,1 ], "which an individual is recognized as being unique" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,2 ], "the distinctive character of a person that makes him socially attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,3 ], "a well-known person in a certain field, such as sport or entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,4 ], "a remarkable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,5 ], "the quality of being a unique person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,6 ], "the distinctive atmosphere of a place or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personality",1,1,7 ], "a personal remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personalize",1,1,1 ], "to endow with personal or individual qualities or characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personalize",1,1,2 ], "to mark (stationery, clothing, etc|) with a person's initials, name, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personalize",1,1,3 ], "to take (a remark, etc|) personally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personalize",1,1,4 ], "another word for personify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personally",1,1,1 ], "without the help or intervention of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personally",1,1,2 ], "in one's own opinion or as regards oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personally",1,1,3 ], "as if referring to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personally",1,1,4 ], "as a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personalty",1,1,1 ], "another word for personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personate",1,1,1 ], "to act the part of (a character in a play); portray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for personify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personate",1,1,3 ], "to assume the identity of (another person) with intent to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personate",2,1,1 ], "(of the corollas of certain flowers) having two lips in the form of a face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personification",1,1,1 ], "for literary or artistic effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personification",1,1,1 ], "the attribution of human characteristics to things, abstract ideas, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personification",1,1,2 ], "creature, etc|, as in art and literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personification",1,1,2 ], "the representation of an abstract quality or idea in the form of a person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personification",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that personifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personification",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing regarded as an embodiment of a quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to attribute human characteristics to (a thing or abstraction)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personify",1,1,2 ], "to represent (an abstract quality) in human or animal form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personify",1,1,3 ], "(of a person or thing) to represent (an abstract quality), as in art or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personify",1,1,3 ], "literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personify",1,1,4 ], "to be the embodiment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personnel",1,1,1 ], "the people employed in an organization or for a service or undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personnel",1,1,1,1 ], "employees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "personnel",1,1,1,1 ], "the office or department that interviews, appoints, or keeps records of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "personnel",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,1 ], "a way of regarding situations, facts, etc|, and judging their relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,1 ], "importance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,2 ], "the proper or accurate point of view or the ability to see it; objectivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,2,1 ], "the relationship of the aspects of anything to one another and to the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,2,2 ], "any one of the aspects of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,3 ], "in order to recreate the dimensions and spatial relationships that objects or a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,3 ], "scene in recession present to the eye" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,3 ], "the theory or art of suggesting three dimensions on a two-dimensional surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,4 ], "appearance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,4 ], "determined by their distance from the viewer, or the effects of this distance on their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,4 ], "the appearance of objects, buildings, etc|, relative to each other, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspective",1,1,5 ], "a picture in perspective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspicacious",1,1,1 ], "acutely perceptive or discerning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspicacious",1,1,2 ], "having keen eyesight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspicuity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being perspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspicuity",1,1,2 ], "another word for perspicacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspicuous",1,1,1 ], "(of speech or writing) easily understood lucid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspiration",1,1,1 ], "the salty fluid secreted by the sweat glands of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspiration",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of secreting this fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspiratory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or stimulating perspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perspire",1,1,1 ], "to secrete or exude (perspiration) through the pores of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuade",1,1,1 ], "to induce, urge, or prevail upon successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuade",1,1,2 ], "to cause to believe; convince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuasion",1,1,1 ], "the act of persuading or of trying to persuade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuasion",1,1,2 ], "the power to persuade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuasion",1,1,3 ], "the state of being persuaded; strong belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuasion",1,1,4 ], "an established creed or belief, esp| a religious one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuasion",1,1,5 ], "a sect, party, or faction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persuasive",1,1,1 ], "having the power or ability to persuade; tending to persuade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "persulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for peroxysulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pers|",1,1,1 ], "person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pers|",1,1,2 ], "personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pert",1,1,1 ], "saucy, impudent, or forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pert",1,1,2 ], "jaunty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pert",1,1,3 ], "clever or brisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pertain",1,1,1 ], "to have reference, relation, or relevance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pertain",1,1,2 ], "to be appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pertain",1,1,3 ], "to belong (to) or be a part (of); be an adjunct, attribute, or accessory (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pertinacious",1,1,1 ], "doggedly resolute in purpose or belief; unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pertinacious",1,1,2 ], "stubbornly persistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pertinent",1,1,1 ], "relating to the matter at hand; relevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturb",1,1,1 ], "to disturb the composure of; trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturb",1,1,2 ], "to throw into disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturb",1,1,3 ], "to cause (a planet, electron, etc|) to undergo a perturbation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturbation",1,1,1 ], "the act of perturbing or the state of being perturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturbation",1,1,2 ], "a cause of disturbance or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturbation",1,1,3 ], "a secondary influence on a system that modifies simple behaviour, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturbation",1,1,3 ], "effect of the other electrons on one electron in an atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "perturbation",1,1,4 ], "a small continuous deviation in the inclination and eccentricity of the orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perturbation",1,1,4 ], "of a planet or comet, due to the attraction of neighbouring planets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pertussis",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for whooping cough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pert|",1,1,1 ], "pertaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peruke",1,1,1 ], "a type of wig for men, fashionable in the 17th and 18th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peruse",1,1,1 ], "to read or examine with care; study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peruse",1,1,2 ], "to browse or read through in a leisurely way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perv",1,1,1 ], "a pervert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perv",1,1,2 ], "an erotic glance or look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perv",1,2,1 ], "also perve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perv",1,2,2 ], "to give a person an erotic look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervade",1,1,1 ], "to spread through or throughout, esp| subtly or gradually permeate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervasive",1,1,1 ], "pervading or tending to pervade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perverse",1,1,1 ], "deliberately deviating from what is regarded as normal, good, or proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perverse",1,1,2 ], "persistently holding to what is wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perverse",1,1,3 ], "wayward or contrary; obstinate; cantankerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perverse",1,1,4 ], "perverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perversion",1,1,1 ], "any abnormal means of obtaining sexual satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perversion",1,1,2 ], "the act of perverting or the state of being perverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perversion",1,1,3 ], "a perverted form or usage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perversity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being perverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perversity",1,1,2 ], "a perverse action, comment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perversive",1,1,1 ], "perverting or tending to pervert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervert",1,1,1 ], "(p@@!v$z$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervert",1,2,1 ], "to use wrongly or badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervert",1,2,2 ], "to interpret wrongly or badly; distort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervert",1,2,3 ], "to lead into deviant or perverted beliefs or behaviour; corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervert",1,2,4 ], "to debase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervert",1,3,1 ], "a person who practises sexual perversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perverted",1,1,1 ], "deviating greatly from what is regarded as normal or right; distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perverted",1,1,2 ], "of or practising sexual perversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "perverted",1,1,3 ], "incorrectly interpreted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervious",1,1,1 ], "able to be penetrated; permeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pervious",1,1,2 ], "receptive to new ideas, etc|; open-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per|",1,1,1 ], "period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "per|",1,1,2 ], "person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pes",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for the human foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pes",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in higher vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pes",1,1,3 ], "any footlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesade",1,1,1 ], "a position in which the horse stands on the hind legs with the forelegs in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesade",1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peseta",1,1,1 ], "centimos" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peseta",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Spain and its dependencies, divided into 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesewa",1,1,1 ], "a Ghanaian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a cedi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesky",1,1,1 ], "peskier, peskiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesky",1,1,2 ], "troublesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peso",1,1,1 ], "Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and the Philippines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peso",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit, comprising 100 centavos, of Argentina, Bolivia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peso",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of Uruguay, divided into 100 centesimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peso",1,1,3 ], "a coin or currency note worth a peso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peso",1,1,4 ], "another name for piece of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pessary",1,1,1 ], "(diaphragm pessary) as a contraceptive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pessary",1,1,1 ], "a device for inserting into the vagina, either as a support for the uterus or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pessary",1,1,2 ], "a medicated vaginal suppository" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pessimism",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to expect the worst and see the worst in all things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pessimism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine of the ultimate triumph of evil over good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pessimism",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine that this is the worst of all possible worlds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pest",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that annoys, esp| by imposing itself when it is not wanted;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pest",1,1,1 ], "nuisance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pest",1,1,1,1 ], "any organism that damages crops, injures or irritates livestock or man, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pest",1,1,1,1 ], "reduces the fertility of land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pest",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pest",1,1,2 ], "an epidemic disease or pestilence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pester",1,1,1 ], "to annoy or nag continually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesthole",1,1,1 ], "any filthy or squalid place that is seemingly or actually overrun with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesthole",1,1,1 ], "epidemic disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pesthouse",1,1,1 ], "a hospital for treating persons with infectious diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pesticide",1,1,1 ], "a chemical used for killing pests, esp| insects and rodents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestiferous",1,1,1 ], "troublesome; irritating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestiferous",1,1,2 ], "breeding, carrying, or spreading infectious disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestiferous",1,1,3 ], "corrupting; pernicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilence",1,1,1,1 ], "any epidemic outbreak of a deadly and highly infectious disease, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilence",1,1,1,1 ], "plague" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pestilence",1,1,1,2 ], "such a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilence",1,1,2 ], "an evil influence or idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilent",1,1,1 ], "annoying; irritating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilent",1,1,2 ], "highly destructive morally or physically; pernicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilent",1,1,3 ], "infected with or likely to cause epidemic or infectious disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilential",1,1,1 ], "dangerous or troublesome; harmful or annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestilential",1,1,2 ], "of, causing, or resembling pestilence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestle",1,1,1 ], "a club-shaped instrument for mixing or grinding substances in a mortar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestle",1,1,2 ], "a tool for pounding or stamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pestle",1,2,1 ], "to pound (a substance or object) with or as if with a pestle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 1, 1],"a tame animal kept in a household for companionship, amusement, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who is fondly indulged; favourite",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 1, 3],"kept as a pet",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 1, 4],"of or for pet animals",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 1, 5],"particularly cherished; favourite",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 2, 1],"to treat (a person, animal, etc|) as a pet; pamper",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 2, 2],"to pat or fondle (an animal, child, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 2, 4],"(of two people) to caress each other in an erotic manner, as during lovemaking",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,1, 2, 4],"(often in the phrase heavy petting)",2). c_DEF([ "pet" ,2, 1, 1],"a fit of sulkiness, esp| at what is felt to be a slight; pique",1). c_DEF([ "pet" ,2, 2, 1],"to take offence; sulk",1). c_DEF([ "peta-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'1'5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petal",1,1,1 ], "any of the separate parts of the corolla of a flower: often brightly coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petaliferous",1,1,1 ], "bearing or having petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petalody",1,1,1 ], "a condition in certain plants in which stamens or other parts of the flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petalody",1,1,1 ], "assume the form and function of petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petaloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a petal, esp| in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petard",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a device containing explosives used to breach a wall, doors, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petard",1,1,2 ], "hoist with one's own petard| being the victim of one's own schemes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petard",1,1,3 ], "a type of explosive firework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petasus",1,1,1 ], "a broad-brimmed hat worn by the ancient Greeks, such as one with wings on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petasus",1,1,1 ], "either side as traditionally worn by Mercury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petcock",1,1,1 ], "a small valve for checking the water content of a steam boiler or draining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petcock",1,1,1 ], "waste from the cylinder of a steam engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petechia",1,1,1 ], "a minute discoloured spot on the surface of the skin or mucous membrane," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petechia",1,1,1 ], "caused by an underlying ruptured blood vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "peter",1,1,1 ], "to fall (off) in volume, intensity, etc|, and finally cease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peter",2,1,1 ], "a signal to a partner by playing a high card followed by a low one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peter",2,2,1 ], "to play a high card followed by a low one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peter",3,1,1 ], "a safe, till, or cashbox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peter",3,1,2 ], "a prison cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peter",3,1,3 ], "the witness box in a courtroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peterman",1,1,1 ], "a burglar skilled in safe-breaking|a safe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petersham",1,1,1 ], "a thick corded ribbon used to stiffen belts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petersham",1,1,2 ], "a heavy woollen fabric used for coats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petersham",1,1,3 ], "a kind of overcoat made of such fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pethidine",1,1,1 ], "another name for meperidine hydrochloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petiolate",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant or leaf) having a leafstalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petiole",1,1,1 ], "the stalk by which a leaf is attached to the rest of the plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petiole",1,1,2 ], "a slender stalk or stem, such as the connection between the thorax and abdomen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petiole",1,1,2 ], "of ants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petiolule",1,1,1 ], "the stalk of any of the leaflets making up a compound leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit bourgeois",1,1,1 ], "composed of shopkeepers, lower clerical staff, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petit bourgeois",1,1,1 ], "the section of the middle class with the lowest social status, generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit bourgeois",1,1,2 ], "a member of this stratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit bourgeois",1,2,1 ], "of behaviour" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "petit bourgeois",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the petit bourgeois, esp| indicating a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit bourgeois",1,2,1 ], "sense of self-righteousness and a high degree of conformity to established standards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petit four",1,1,1 ], "any of various very small rich sweet cakes and biscuits, usually decorated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit four",1,1,1 ], "with fancy icing, marzipan, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petit jury",1,1,1 ], "a jury of 12 persons empanelled to determine the facts of a case and decide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit jury",1,1,1 ], "the issue pursuant to the direction of the court on points of law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petit larceny",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in England) the stealing of property valued at 12 pence or under|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit larceny",1,1,1 ], "Abolished 1827" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petit larceny",1,1,2 ], "(in some states of the U|S|) the theft of property having a value below a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit larceny",1,1,2 ], "certain figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petit mal",1,1,1 ], "a mild form of epilepsy characterized by periods of impairment or loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit mal",1,1,1 ], "consciousness for up to 30 seconds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petit point",1,1,1 ], "a small diagonal needlepoint stitch used for fine detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit point",1,1,2 ], "work done with such stitches, esp| fine tapestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petit",1,1,1 ], "of little or lesser importance; small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petite",1,1,1 ], "(of women) small, delicate, and dainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petitio principii",1,1,1 ], "a form of fallacious reasoning in which the conclusion has been assumed in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petitio principii",1,1,1 ], "premisses; begging the question| Sometimes shortened to petitio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,1,1 ], "a written document signed by a large number of people demanding some form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,1,1 ], "action from a government or other authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,1,2 ], "any formal request to a higher authority or deity; entreaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,1,3 ], "a formal application in writing made to a court asking for some specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,1,3 ], "judicial action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,1,4 ], "the action of petitioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,2,1 ], "to address or present a petition to (a person in authority, government, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petition",1,3,1 ], "to seek by petition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petitioner",1,1,1 ], "a person who presents a petition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petitioner",1,1,2 ], "the plaintiff in a divorce suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petits",1,1,1 ], "small green peas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrel",1,1,1 ], "any oceanic bird of the order Procellariiformes, having a hooked bill and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrel",1,1,1 ], "tubular nostrils: includes albatrosses, storm petrels, and shearwaters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrifaction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of forming petrified organic material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrifaction",1,1,2 ], "the state of being petrified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrify",1,1,1 ], "impregnation with dissolved minerals so that the original appearance is preserved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrify",1,1,1 ], "to convert (organic material, esp| plant material) into a fossilized form by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrify",1,1,2 ], "to make or become dull, unresponsive, insensitive, etc|; deaden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrify",1,2,1 ], "to stun or daze with horror, fear, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating stone or rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating petroleum, its products, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrochemical",1,1,1 ], "any substance, such as acetone or ethanol, obtained from petroleum or natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrochemical",1,1,1 ], "gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrochemical",1,2,1 ], "of, concerned with, or obtained from petrochemicals or related to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrochemical",1,2,1 ], "petrochemistry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the chemistry of petroleum and its derivatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrochemistry",1,1,2 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the chemical composition of rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrodollar",1,1,1 ], "money, paid in dollars, earned by a country for the exporting of petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petroglyph",1,1,1 ], "a drawing or carving on rock, esp| a prehistoric one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrography",1,1,1 ], "rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of petrology concerned with the description and classification of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrog|",1,1,1 ], "petrography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrol station",1,1,1 ], "another term for filling station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrol",1,1,1 ], "antiknock compounds and corrosion inhibitors| U|S| name: gasoline" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "petrol",1,1,1 ], "any one of various volatile flammable liquid mixtures of hydrocarbons, mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrol",1,1,1 ], "for internal-combustion engines| Usually petrol also contains additives such as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "petrol",1,1,1 ], "hexane, heptane, and octane, obtained from petroleum and used as a solvent and a fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrolatum",1,1,1 ], "a translucent gelatinous substance obtained from petroleum; used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrolatum",1,1,1 ], "lubricant and in medicine as an ointment base and protective dressing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum ether",1,1,1 ], "a volatile mixture of the higher alkane hydrocarbons, obtained as a fraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum ether",1,1,1 ], "of petroleum and used as a solvent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum jelly",1,1,1 ], "another name for petrolatum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum",1,1,1 ], "a dark-coloured thick flammable crude oil occurring in sedimentary rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum",1,1,1 ], "around the Persian Gulf and parts of North and South America, consisting mainly of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum",1,1,1 ], "extracted from the residue" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum",1,1,1 ], "hydrocarbons| Fractional distillation separates the crude oil into petrol, paraffin, diesel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "petroleum",1,1,1 ], "oil, lubricating oil, etc| Fuel oil, paraffin wax, asphalt, and carbon black are" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "petrolic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, containing, or obtained from petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the composition, origin, structure, and formation of rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrol|",1,1,1 ], "petrology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petronel",1,1,1 ], "a firearm of large calibre used in the 16th and early 17th centuries, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petronel",1,1,1 ], "cavalry soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrosal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or situated near the dense part of the temporal bone that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrosal",1,1,1 ], "surrounds the inner ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petrous",1,1,1 ], "denoting the dense part of the temporal bone that surrounds the inner ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petrous",1,1,2 ], "like rock or stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petticoat",1,1,1 ], "a woman's light undergarment in the form of an underskirt or including a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petticoat",1,1,1 ], "bodice supported by shoulder straps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petticoat",1,1,1,1 ], "a humorous or mildly disparaging name for a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petticoat",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pettifog",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to be a pettifogger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pettifogger",1,1,1 ], "a lawyer of inferior status who conducts unimportant cases, esp| one who is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pettifogger",1,1,1 ], "unscrupulous or resorts to trickery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pettifogger",1,1,2 ], "any person who quibbles or fusses over details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pettifogging",1,1,1 ], "petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pettifogging",1,1,2 ], "mean; quibbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pettish",1,1,1 ], "peevish; petulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pettitoes",1,1,1 ], "pig's trotters, esp| when used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty cash",1,1,1 ], "a small cash fund kept on a firm's premises for the payment of minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty cash",1,1,1 ], "incidental expenses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petty jury",1,1,1 ], "a variant of petit jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty larceny",1,1,1 ], "a variant of petit larceny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty officer",1,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer in a naval service comparable in rank to a sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty officer",1,1,1 ], "in an army or marine corps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petty sessions",1,1,1 ], "another term for magistrates' court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty",1,1,2 ], "trivial; trifling; inessential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty",1,1,3 ], "of a narrow-minded, mean, or small-natured disposition or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petty",1,1,4 ], "minor or subordinate in rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petulant",1,1,1 ], "irritable, impatient, or sullen in a peevish or capricious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petunia",1,1,1 ], "any solanaceous plant of the tropical American genus Petunia: cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "petunia",1,1,1 ], "their white or purple funnel-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "petuntse",1,1,1 ], "a fusible feldspathic mineral used in hard-paste porcelain; china stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pew",1,1,1 ], "(in a church)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pew",1,1,1,1 ], "one of several long benchlike seats with backs, used by the congregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pew",1,1,1,2 ], "an enclosed compartment reserved for the use of a family or other small group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pew",1,1,2 ], "a seat (esp| in the phrase take a pew)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pewee",1,1,1 ], "any of several small North American flycatchers of the genusContopus,having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pewee",1,1,1 ], "greenish-brown plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pewit",1,1,1 ], "other names for lapwing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pewter",1,1,1,1 ], "and sometimes small amounts of other metals, such as copper and antimony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pewter",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys containing tin (80-90 per cent), lead (10-20 per cent)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pewter",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pewter",1,1,2 ], "a bluish-grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pewter",1,1,3 ], "plate or kitchen utensils made from pewter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pewter",1,2,1 ], "of a bluish-grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "peyote",1,1,1 ], "another name for mescal (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pfennig",1,1,1 ], "a German monetary unit worth either one hundredth of a West German deutsche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pfennig",1,1,1 ], "mark or of an East German ostmark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pf|",1,1,1 ], "abbrev for perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pf|",1,1,2 ], "pfennig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pf|",1,1,3 ], "preferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pg|",1,1,1 ], "page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phaeton",1,1,1 ], "a light four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with or without a top, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phaeton",1,1,1 ], "having two seats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phage",1,1,1 ], "short for bacteriophage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phago-",1,1,1 ], "eating, consuming, or destroying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phagocyte",1,1,1 ], "an amoeboid cell or protozoan that engulfs particles, such as food substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phagocyte",1,1,1 ], "or invading microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phagocytosis",1,1,1 ], "microorganisms, other cells, and foreign particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phagocytosis",1,1,1 ], "the process by which a cell, such as a white blood cell, ingests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phagomania",1,1,1 ], "a compulsive desire to eat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phagophobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal fear of eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalange",1,1,1 ], "another name for phalanx ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalangeal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a phalanx or phalanges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanger",1,1,1 ], ", having dense fur and a long tail: family Phalangeridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phalanger",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australasian arboreal marsupials, such as Trichosurus vulpecula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanger",1,1,2 ], "(in Australia): possum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanstery",1,1,1 ], "(in Fourierism)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanstery",1,1,1,1 ], "buildings occupied by a phalanx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanstery",1,1,1,2 ], "a community represented by a phalanx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanstery",1,1,2 ], "any similar association or the buildings occupied by such an association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek and Macedonian battle formation of hoplites presenting long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,1 ], "spears from behind a wall of overlapping shields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,2 ], "any closely ranked unit or mass of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,3 ], "a number of people united for a common purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,4 ], "(in Fourierism) a group of approximately 1800 persons forming a commune in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,4 ], "which all property is collectively owned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,5 ], "any of the bones of the fingers or toes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalanx",1,1,6 ], "a bundle of stamens, joined together by their stalks (filaments)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalarope",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic shore bird of the family Phalaropidae, such as phalaropus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phalarope",1,1,1 ], "fulicarius , of northern oceans and lakes, having a long slender bill and lobed toes:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phalarope",1,1,1 ], "order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phallic stage",1,1,1 ], "a stage in the development of a male child in which he becomes preoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallic stage",1,1,1 ], "with his own penis as an object of gratification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phallic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a phallus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallic",1,1,1,1 ], "interest is concentrated on the genital organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phallic",1,1,1,1 ], "relating to a stage of psychosexual development during which the child's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallic",1,1,1,2 ], "designating personality traits, such as conceit and self-assurance, due to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallic",1,1,1,2 ], "fixation at the phallic stage of development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phallic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to phallicism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallicism",1,1,1 ], "the worship or veneration of the phallus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallus",1,1,1 ], "another word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallus",1,1,2 ], "an image of the male sexual organ, esp| one venerated as a religious symbol of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phallus",1,1,2 ], "reproductive power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phanerocrystalline",1,1,1 ], "(of igneous and metamorphic rocks) having a crystalline structure in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phanerocrystalline",1,1,1 ], "crystals are large enough to be seen with the naked eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phanerogam",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the former major division Phanerogamae, which included all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phanerogam",1,1,1 ], "seed-bearing plants; a former name for spermatophyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phanerophyte",1,1,1 ], "a tree or shrub that bears its perennating buds more than 25 centimetres above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phanerophyte",1,1,1 ], "the level of the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phantasm",1,1,1 ], "a phantom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantasm",1,1,2 ], "an illusory perception of an object, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantasm",1,1,3 ], "(in the philosophy of Plato) objective reality as distorted by perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantasmagoria",1,1,1 ], "a shifting medley of real or imagined figures, as in a dream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantasmagoria",1,1,2 ], "a sequence of pictures made to vary in size rapidly while remaining in focus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantasmagoria",1,1,3 ], "a shifting scene composed of different elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantasy",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of fantasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantom limb",1,1,1 ], "the illusion that a limb still exists following its amputation, sometimes with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantom limb",1,1,1 ], "the sensation of pain (phantom limb pain)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phantom",1,1,1,1 ], "an apparition or spectre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantom",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantom",1,1,2 ], "or hallucination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phantom",1,1,2 ], "the visible representation of something abstract, esp| as appearing in a dream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantom",1,1,3 ], "something apparently unpleasant or horrific that has no material form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phantom",1,1,4 ], "another name for manikin (sense 2b|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmaceutical" ,1, 1, 1],"pharmaceutic, or pharmacal adj",1). c_DEF([ "pharmaceutical" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to drugs or pharmacy",1). c_DEF([ "pharmaceutics",1,1,1 ], "another term for pharmacy ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmaceutics",1,1,2 ], "pharmaceutical remedies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacist",1,1,1 ], "a person qualified to prepare and dispense drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmaco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacodynamics",1,1,1 ], "physiology of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of pharmacology concerned with the action of drugs on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacognosy",1,1,1 ], "and animal origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacognosy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of pharmacology concerned with the study of crude drugs of plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacology",1,1,1 ], "the science or study of drugs, including their characteristics, action, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacology",1,1,1 ], "uses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacol|",1,1,1 ], "pharmacology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacopoeia" ,1, 1, 1],"an authoritative book containing a list of medicinal drugs with their uses,",1). c_DEF([ "pharmacopoeia" ,1, 1, 1],"preparation, dosages, formulas, etc",2). c_DEF([ "pharmacy",1,1,1 ], "the practice or art of preparing and dispensing drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharmacy",1,1,2 ], "a dispensary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngeal tonsil",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for adenoids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngeal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or situated in or near the pharynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngeal",1,1,2 ], "constriction of the pharynx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngeal",1,1,2 ], "pronounced or supplemented in pronunciation with an articulation in or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngeal",1,2,1 ], "a pharyngeal speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the pharynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngo-",1,1,1 ], "pharynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the pharynx and its diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngoscope",1,1,1 ], "a medical instrument for examining the pharynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharyngotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the pharynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pharynx",1,1,1 ], "the part of the alimentary canal between the mouth and the oesophagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phar|",1,1,1 ], "pharmaceutical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phar|",1,1,2 ], "pharmacist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phar|",1,1,3 ], "pharmacopoeia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phar|",1,1,4 ], "pharmacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase in",1,1,1 ], "to introduce in a gradual or cautious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase modulation",1,1,1 ], "a type of modulation, used in communication systems, in which the phase of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase modulation",1,1,1 ], "of the modulating signal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phase modulation",1,1,1 ], "radio carrier wave is varied by an amount proportional to the instantaneous amplitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase modulation",1,1,2 ], "a wave that has undergone this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase out" ,1, 1, 1],"to discontinue or withdraw gradually",1). c_DEF([ "phase out" ,1, 2, 2],"the action or an instance of phasing out",1). c_DEF([ "phase rule",1,1,1 ], "freedom is equal to the number of components less the number of phases plus two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase rule",1,1,1 ], "the principle that in any system in equilibrium the number of degrees of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,1 ], "any distinct or characteristic period or stage in a sequence of events or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,1 ], "chain of development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,10 ], "a stage in mitosis or meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,11 ], "one of the circuits in a system in which there are two or more alternating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,11 ], "voltages displaced by equal amounts in phase ,1,5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,2 ], "illuminated by the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,2 ], "one of the recurring shapes of the portion of the moon or an inferior planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,2,1 ], "specific reference time, expressed as an angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,2,1 ], "the fraction of a cycle of a periodic quantity that has been completed at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,3 ], "a particular stage in a periodic process or phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,4 ], "in phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,5 ], "(of two waveforms) reaching corresponding phases at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,6 ], "out of phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,7 ], "(of two waveforms) not in phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,8 ], "a distinct state of matter characterized by homogeneous composition and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,8 ], "properties and the possession of a clearly defined boundary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,9 ], "a variation in the normal form of an animal, esp| a colour variation, brought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,1,9 ], "about by seasonal or geographical change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,2,1 ], "to execute, arrange, or introduce gradually or in stages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,2,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by with) to cause (a part, process, etc|) to function or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,2,2 ], "coincide with (another part, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phase",1,2,3 ], "to arrange (processes, goods, etc|) to be supplied or executed when required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phasmid",1,1,1 ], "any plant-eating insect of the mainly tropical order Phasmida: includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phasmid",1,1,1 ], "leaf insects and stick insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phasmid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Phasmida" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phatic",1,1,1 ], "(of speech, esp| of conversational phrases) used to establish social contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phatic",1,1,1 ], "and to express sociability rather than specific meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant",1,1,1 ], "Phasianus colchicus , having a brightly-coloured plumage in the male: native to Asia but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant",1,1,1 ], "any of various long-tailed gallinaceous birds of the family Phasianidae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant",1,1,1 ], "introduced elsewhere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant",1,1,2 ], "any of various other gallinaceous birds of the family Phasianidae, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant",1,1,2 ], "the quails and partridges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant",1,1,3 ], "any of several other gallinaceous birds, esp| the ruffed grouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant's eye",1,1,1 ], "an annual ranunculaceous plant, Adonis annua (or autumnalis), with scarlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pheasant's eye",1,1,1 ], "flowers and finely divided leaves: native to S Europe but naturalized elsewhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phellem",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for cork ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phelloderm",1,1,1 ], "a layer of thin-walled cells produced by the inner surface of the cork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phelloderm",1,1,1 ], "cambium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phellogen",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for cork cambium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenacaine",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline basic compound that is the hydrochloride of holocaine: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenacaine",1,1,1 ], "local anaesthetic in ophthalmic medicine| Formula: C18H22N2O2HCl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenacetin",1,1,1 ], "CH3CONHC6H4OC2H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenacetin",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline solid used in medicine to relieve pain and fever| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenacite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white glassy mineral consisting of beryllium silicate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenacite",1,1,1 ], "hexagonal crystalline form: occurs in veins in granite| Formula: Be2SiO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenanthrene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline aromatic compound isomeric with anthracene: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenanthrene",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of dyes, drugs, and explosives| Formula: C14H10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenazine",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline compound that is the parent compound of many azine dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenazine",1,1,1 ], "and some antibiotics| Formula: C6H4N2C6H4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenetic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating a system of classification based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenetic",1,1,1 ], "similarities between organisms without regard to their evolutionary relationships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenetidine",1,1,1 ], "a liquid amine that is a derivative of phenetole, existing in three isomeric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenetidine",1,1,1 ], "forms: used in the manufacture of dyestuffs| Formula: C6H4(NH\2)(OC\2H\5)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenetole",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily compound; phenyl ethyl ether| Formula: C6H5OC2H5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenformin",1,1,1 ], "a biguanide administered orally in the treatment of diabetes to lower blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenformin",1,1,1 ], "levels of glucose| Formula: C10H15N5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenix",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of phoenix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pheno-",1,1,1 ], "showing or manifesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pheno-",1,1,2 ], "indicating that a molecule contains benzene rings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenobarbitone",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline derivative of barbituric acid used as a sedative for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenobarbitone",1,1,1 ], "treating insomnia and epilepsy| Formula: C12H12N2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenocopy",1,1,1 ], "a noninheritable change in an organism that is caused by environmental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenocopy",1,1,1 ], "influence during development but resembles the effects of a genetic mutation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenocryst",1,1,1 ], "any of several large crystals that are embedded in a mass of smaller crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenocryst",1,1,1 ], "in igneous rocks such as porphyry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenol",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble poisonous acidic derivative of benzene, used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenol",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic and disinfectant and in the manufacture of resins, nylon, dyes, explosives, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenol",1,1,1 ], "pharmaceuticals; hydroxybenzene| Formula: C6H5OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phenol",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds whose molecules contain one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenol",1,1,2 ], "or more hydroxyl groups bound directly to a carbon atom in an aromatic ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenolate",1,1,1 ], "to treat or disinfect with phenol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenolate",1,2,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for phenoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenolic resin",1,1,1 ], "and as thermosetting plastics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenolic resin",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of resins derived from phenol, used in paints, adhesives," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenolic",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or derived from phenol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenology",1,1,1 ], "by climatic conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenology",1,1,1 ], "the study of recurring phenomena, such as animal migration, esp| as influenced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenolphthalein",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline compound used in medicine as a laxative and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenolphthalein",1,1,1 ], "chemistry as an indicator| Formula: C20H14O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenomena",1,1,1 ], "the plural of phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenal",1,1,2 ], "extraordinary; outstanding; remarkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenal",1,1,3 ], "known or perceived by the senses rather than the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenalism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that only phenomena are real and can be known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenalism",1,1,2 ], "the tendency to think about things as phenomena only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenology",1,1,1 ], "assumptions, and traditional philosophical questions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenology",1,1,1 ], "of conscious experience, without recourse to explanation, metaphysical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenology",1,1,1 ], "the movement founded by Husserl that concentrates on the detailed description" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenology",1,1,2 ], "the science of phenomena as opposed to the science of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenon",1,1,1 ], "anything that can be perceived as an occurrence or fact by the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenon",1,1,2 ], "any remarkable occurrence or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenon",1,1,2,1 ], "the object of perception, experience, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenon",1,1,2,2 ], "(in the writings of Kant) a thing as it appears and is interpreted in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenomenon",1,1,2,2 ], "perception and reflection, as distinguished from its real nature as a thing-in-itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenothiazine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless to light yellow insoluble crystalline compound that darkens to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenothiazine",1,1,1 ], "insecticides| Formula: C12H9NS" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phenothiazine",1,1,1 ], "olive green when exposed to light: used as an anthelmintic for livestock and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenotype",1,1,1 ], "its genetic constitution and the environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenotype",1,1,1 ], "the physical constitution of an organism as determined by the interaction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenoxide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of salts of phenol| They contain the ion C6H5O'-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, containing, or consisting of the monovalent group C6H5," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenyl",1,1,1 ], "derived from benzene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenylalanine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble crystalline optically active amino acid that must be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenylalanine",1,1,1 ], "introduced into the body by diet| Formula: C9H11NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phenylamine",1,1,1 ], "another name for aniline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenylketonuria",1,1,1 ], "a congenital metabolic disorder characterized by the abnormal accumulation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phenylketonuria",1,1,1 ], "phenylalanine in the body fluids, resulting in various degrees of mental deficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pheromone",1,1,1 ], "a chemical substance, secreted externally by certain animals, such as insects," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pheromone",1,1,1 ], "affecting the behaviour or physiology of other animals of the same species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phew",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of relief, surprise, disbelief, weariness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phi",1,1,1 ], "or f" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phi",1,1,1 ], "the 21st letter in the Greek alphabet, Q, q, a consonant, transliterated as ph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phi-phenomenon",1,1,1 ], "an illusion in which two lights turned on and off alternately are seen as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phi-phenomenon",1,1,1 ], "light moving to and fro" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phial",1,1,1 ], "a small bottle for liquids, etc|; vial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phies" ,1, 1, 1],"(formerly) the extinction of a person's civil rights resulting from a",1). c_DEF([ "phies" ,1, 1, 1],"sentence of death or outlawry on conviction for treason or felony",2). c_DEF([ "phies" ,1, 1, 2],"dishonour|Archaic equivalent: attainture",1). c_DEF([ "philadelphus",1,1,1 ], "any shrub of the N temperate genus Philadelphus, cultivated for their strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philadelphus",1,1,1 ], "scented showy flowers: family Philadelphaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philander",1,1,1 ], "(of a man) to flirt with women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philanthropic",1,1,1 ], "money, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philanthropic",1,1,1 ], "showing concern for humanity, esp| by performing charitable actions, donating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philanthropy",1,1,1 ], "the practice of performing charitable or benevolent actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philanthropy",1,1,2 ], "love of mankind in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philately",1,1,1 ], "the collection and study of postage stamps and all related material concerned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philately",1,1,1 ], "with postal history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philharmonic",1,1,1 ], "fond of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philharmonic",1,1,2 ], "appreciation, and study of music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philharmonic",1,1,2 ], "denoting an orchestra, choir, society, etc|, devoted to the performance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philharmonic",1,2,1 ], "a specific philharmonic choir, orchestra, or society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philhellene",1,1,1 ], "a lover of Greece and Greek culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philhellene",1,1,2 ], "a supporter of the cause of Greek national independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philibeg",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of filibeg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philippic",1,1,1 ], "a bitter or impassioned speech of denunciation; invective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phillumenist",1,1,1 ], "a person who collects matchbox labels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a love of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philodendron",1,1,1 ], "Philodendron: cultivated as house plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philodendron",1,1,1 ], "any aroid evergreen climbing plant of the tropical American genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philogyny",1,1,1 ], "fondness for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philology",1,1,1 ], "(no longer in scholarly use) comparative and historical linguistics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philology",1,1,2 ], "the scientific analysis of written records and literary texts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philology",1,1,3 ], "the study of literature in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philol|",1,1,1 ], "philological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philol|",1,1,2 ], "philology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philomel",1,1,1 ], "poetic names for a nightingale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philoprogenitive",1,1,1 ], "fond of children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philoprogenitive",1,1,2 ], "producing many offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosopher",1,1,1 ], "a student or adherent of a particular philosophy or system of values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosopher",1,1,2 ], "a person of philosophical temperament, esp| one who is patient, wise, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosopher",1,1,2 ], "stoical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philosopher",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) an alchemist or devotee of occult science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosopher",1,1,4 ], "a person who establishes the ideology of a cult or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosopher's stone",1,1,1 ], "a stone or substance thought by alchemists to be capable of transmuting base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosopher's stone",1,1,1 ], "metals into gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philosophical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to philosophy or philosophers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophical",1,1,2 ], "reasonable, wise, or learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophical",1,1,3 ], "having a calm and stoical disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophical",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) of or relating to science or natural philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophize",1,1,1 ], "to make philosophical pronouncements and speculations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophize",1,2,1 ], "to explain philosophically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,1 ], "the rational investigation of being, knowledge, and right conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,2 ], "a system or school of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,3 ], "the critical study of the basic principles and concepts of a discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,4 ], "astronomy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,4 ], "the investigation of natural phenomena, esp| alchemy, astrology, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,5 ], "any system of belief, values, or tenets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,6 ], "a personal outlook or viewpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philosophy",1,1,7 ], "serenity of temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philos|",1,1,1 ], "philosopher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philos|",1,1,2 ], "philosophical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "philtre",1,1,1 ], "a drink supposed to arouse love, desire, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phil|",1,1,1 ], "philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phil|",1,1,2 ], "philharmonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phimosis",1,1,1 ], "abnormal tightness of the foreskin, preventing its being retracted over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phimosis",1,1,1 ], "tip of the penis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phiz",1,1,1 ], "the face or a facial expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlebitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlebo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlebosclerosis",1,1,1 ], "hardening and loss of elasticity of the veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlebotomize",1,1,1 ], "to perform phlebotomy on (a patient)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlebotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into a vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlegm",1,1,1 ], "the viscid mucus secreted by the walls of the respiratory tract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlegm",1,1,2 ], "one of the four bodily humours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlegm",1,1,3 ], "apathy; stolidity; indifference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlegm",1,1,4 ], "self-possession; imperturbability; coolness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlegmatic",1,1,1 ], "having a stolid or unemotional disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlegmatic",1,1,2 ], "not easily excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phloem",1,1,1 ], "of the plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phloem",1,1,1 ], "tissue in higher plants that conducts synthesized food substances to all parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlogistic",1,1,1 ], "of inflammation; inflammatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlogistic",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or containing phlogiston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlogiston",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical substance formerly thought to be present in all combustible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlogiston",1,1,1 ], "materials and to be released during burning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phlogopite",1,1,1 ], "a brownish mica consisting of a hydrous silicate of potassium, magnesium, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlogopite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium, occurring principally in marble and dolomite| Formula: KMg3AlSi3O10(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phlox",1,1,1 ], "any polemoniaceous plant of the chiefly North American genus Phlox: cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phlox",1,1,1 ], "for their clusters of white, red, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phlyctena",1,1,1 ], "a small blister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phobia",1,1,1 ], "a compelling fear or dread, esp| of a particular object or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phocine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phocine",1,1,2 ], "harbour seal and grey seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phocine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Phocinae, a subfamily that includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phocomelia",1,1,1 ], "a congenital deformity resulting from prenatal interference with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phocomelia",1,1,1 ], "close to the body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phocomelia",1,1,1 ], "development of the fetal limbs, characterized esp| by short stubby hands or feet attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phoebe",1,1,1 ], "any of several greyish-brown North American flycatchers of the genus Sayornis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phoebe",1,1,1 ], "such as S| phoebe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phoenix",1,1,1 ], "a legendary Arabian bird said to set fire to itself and rise anew from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phoenix",1,1,1 ], "ashes every 500 years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phoenix",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing of surpassing beauty or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phon",1,1,1 ], "a unit of loudness that measures the intensity of a sound by the number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phon",1,1,1 ], "decibels it is above a reference tone having a frequency of 1000 hertz and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phon",1,1,1 ], "root-mean-square sound pressure of 20 X 10'-'6 pascal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phonate",1,1,1 ], "execution of a voiced speech sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonate",1,1,1 ], "to articulate speech sounds, esp| to cause the vocal cords to vibrate in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phone",1,2,1 ], "short for telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phone",2,1,1 ], "a single uncomplicated speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phone-in",1,1,1,1 ], "a radio or television programme in which listeners' or viewers' questions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phone-in",1,1,1,1 ], "comments, etc|, are telephoned to the studio and broadcast live as part of a discussion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phone-in",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phoneme",1,1,1 ], "articulations, which are regarded as identical by native speakers, since one articulation may" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phoneme",1,1,1 ], "be substituted for another without any change of meaning| Thus /p/ and /b/ are" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "phoneme",1,1,1 ], "distinguish one word from another| A phoneme may consist of several phonetically distinct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phoneme",1,1,1 ], "one of the set of speech sounds in any given language that serve to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phoneme",1,1,1 ], "separate phonemes in English because they distinguish such words as pet and bet, whereas" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "phoneme",1,1,1 ], "the light and dark /l/ sounds in little are not separate phonemes since they may be" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "phoneme",1,1,1 ], "transposed without changing meaning" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "phonemic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the phoneme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonemic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or denoting speech sounds that belong to different phonemes rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonemic",1,1,2 ], "than being allophonic variants of the same phoneme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonemic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to phonemics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonemics",1,1,1 ], "interrelation, and environmental changes of the phonemes of a language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonemics",1,1,1 ], "that aspect of linguistics concerned with the classification, analysis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonendoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that amplifies small sounds, esp| within the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetic alphabet",1,1,1 ], "a list of the words used in communications to represent the letters of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetic alphabet",1,1,1 ], "alphabet, as in E for Echo, T for Tango" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to phonetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetic",1,1,2 ], "denoting any perceptible distinction between one speech sound and another," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetic",1,1,2 ], "irrespective of whether the sounds are phonemes or allophones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonetic",1,1,3 ], "conforming to pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetician",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in phonetics or one who employs phonetics in his work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetics",1,1,1 ], "physiological point of view|This science, though capable of being applied to language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phonetics",1,1,1 ], "production, perception, and analysis of speech sounds from both an acoustic and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonetics",1,1,1 ], "studies, technically excludes linguistic considerations" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "phonetics",1,1,1 ], "the science concerned with the study of speech processes, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetist",1,1,1 ], "another name for phonetician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonetist",1,1,2 ], "a person who advocates or uses a system of phonetic spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonics",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for acoustics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonics",1,1,2 ], "a method of teaching people to read by training them to associate letters with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonics",1,1,2 ], "their phonetic values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phono-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a sound or voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonogram",1,1,1 ], "any written symbol standing for a sound, syllable, morpheme, or word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonogram",1,1,2 ], "a sequence of written symbols having the same sound in a variety of different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonogram",1,1,2 ], "words; for example, ough in bought, ought, and brought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonograph",1,1,1 ], "an early form of gramophone capable of recording and reproducing sound on wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonograph",1,1,1 ], "cylinders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonograph",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| word for gramophone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonography",1,1,1 ], "a writing system that represents sounds by individual symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonography",1,1,2 ], "the employment of such a writing system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonolite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained volcanic igneous rock consisting of alkaline feldspars and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonolite",1,1,1 ], "nepheline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the sound system of a language or of languages in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonology",1,1,2 ], "such a sound system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonol|",1,1,1 ], "phonology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonometer",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus that measures the intensity of sound, esp| one calibrated in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonometer",1,1,1 ], "phons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonon",1,1,1 ], "a quantum of vibrational energy in the acoustic vibrations of a crystal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonon",1,1,1 ], "lattice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonoscope",1,1,1 ], "a device that renders visible the mechanical vibrations of a sounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonoscope",1,1,1 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonotactics",1,1,1 ], "of that language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phonotactics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the possible arrangement of the sounds of a language in the words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonotype",1,1,1 ], "a type bearing a phonetic symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonotype",1,1,2 ], "text printed in phonetic symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phonotypy",1,1,1 ], "the transcription of speech into phonetic symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phon|",1,1,1 ], "phonetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phon|",1,1,2 ], "phonology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phooey",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of scorn, contempt, disbelief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosgene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless easily liquefied poisonous gas with an odour resembling that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosgene",1,1,1 ], "new-mown hay: used in chemical warfare and in the manufacture of pesticides, dyes, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosgene",1,1,1 ], "polyurethane resins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phosgenite",1,1,1 ], "a rare fluorescent secondary mineral consisting of lead chloro-carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosgenite",1,1,1 ], "the form of greyish tetragonal crystals| Formula: Pb2(Cl\2CO\3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphatase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that catalyse the hydrolysis of organic phosphates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of any phosphoric acid, esp| a salt of orthophosphoric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphate",1,1,2 ], "any of several chemical fertilizers containing phosphorous compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphatide",1,1,1 ], "another name for phospholipid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphatize",1,1,1 ], "to treat with a phosphate or phosphates, as by applying a fertilizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphatize",1,1,2 ], "to change or be changed into a phosphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphaturia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally large amount of phosphates in the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphene",1,1,1 ], "the sensation of light caused by pressure on the eyelid of a closed eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphide",1,1,1 ], "any compound of phosphorus with another element, esp| a more electropositive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphide",1,1,1 ], "element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless inflammable gas that is slightly soluble in water and has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphine",1,1,1 ], "strong fishy odour: used as a pesticide| Formula: PH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphite",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of phosphorous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phospho-",1,1,1 ], "containing phosphorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphocreatine",1,1,1 ], "a compound of phosphoric acid and creatine found in vertebrate muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phospholipid",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of compounds composed of fatty acids, phosphoric acid, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phospholipid",1,1,1 ], "nitrogenous base: important constituents of all membranes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoprotein",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of conjugated proteins, esp| casein, in which the protein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoprotein",1,1,1 ], "molecule is bound to phosphoric acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphor bronze",1,1,1 ], "any of various hard corrosion-resistant alloys containing copper, tin (2-8 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphor bronze",1,1,1 ], "cent), and phosphorus (0|1-0|4 per cent): used in gears, bearings, cylinder casings," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphor bronze",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phosphor",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as the coating on a cathode-ray tube, capable of emitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphor",1,1,1 ], "light when irradiated with particles or electromagnetic radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorate",1,1,1 ], "to treat or combine with phosphorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorate",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a substance) to exhibit phosphorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoresce",1,1,1 ], "to exhibit phosphorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescence",1,1,1,1 ], "a fluorescence that persists after the bombarding radiation producing it has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescence",1,1,1,1 ], "stopped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescence",1,1,1,2 ], "a fluorescence for which the average lifetime of the excited atoms is greater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescence",1,1,1,2 ], "than 10'-'8 seconds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescence",1,1,2 ], "the light emitted in phosphorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescence",1,1,3 ], "the emission of light during a chemical reaction, such as bioluminescence, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescence",1,1,3 ], "which insufficient heat is evolved to cause fluorescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorescent",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting or having the property of phosphorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for orthophosphoric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoric acid",1,1,2 ], "and water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoric acid",1,1,2 ], "any oxyacid of phosphorus produced by reaction between phosphorus pentoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoric",1,1,1 ], "of or containing phosphorus in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorism",1,1,1 ], "poisoning caused by prolonged exposure to phosphorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorite",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous variety of the mineral apatite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorite",1,1,2 ], "any of various mineral deposits that consist mainly of calcium phosphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoroscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the duration of phosphorescence after the source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphoroscope",1,1,1 ], "of radiation causing it has been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorous acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for orthophosphorous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorous acid",1,1,2 ], "any oxyacid of phosphorus containing less oxygen than the corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorous acid",1,1,2 ], "phosphoric acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing phosphorus in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus pentoxide",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless solid produced when phosphorus burns: has a strong affinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus pentoxide",1,1,1 ], "for water with which it forms phosphoric acids| Formula: P2O5 (commonly existing as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus pentoxide",1,1,1 ], "the dimer P\4O\1\0)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,1 ], "Ordinary phosphorus is a toxic flammable phosphorescent white solid; the red form is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,1 ], "an allotropic nonmetallic element occurring in phosphates and living matter|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,1 ], "density: 1|82" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,1 ], "less reactive and nontoxic: used in matches, pesticides, and alloys| The" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,1 ], "radioisotope phosphorus-32 , with a half-life of 14|3 days, is used in radiotherapy and as a" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,1 ], "tracer| Symbol: P; atomic no|: 15; atomic wt|: 30|974; valency: 3 or 5; relative" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,2 ], "(white), 2|20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,3 ], "(red); melting pt|: 44|1 degrees C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,4 ], "(white); boiling pt|: 280 degrees C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,5 ], "(white)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorus",1,1,6 ], "another name for a phosphor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorylase",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that catalyse the hydrolysis of glycogen to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phosphorylase",1,1,1 ], "glucose-1-phosphate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phossy jaw",1,1,1 ], "a gangrenous condition of the lower jawbone caused by prolonged exposure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phossy jaw",1,1,1 ], "phosphorus fumes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phot",1,1,1 ], "a unit of illumination equal to one lumen per square centimetre| 1 phot is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phot",1,1,1 ], "equal to 10,000 lux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the production of light by organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photic",1,1,3 ], "designating the zone of the sea where photosynthesis takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photo finish",1,1,1 ], "a finish of a race in which contestants are so close that a photograph is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photo finish",1,1,1 ], "needed to decide the result" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photo finish",1,1,2 ], "any race or competition in which the winners or placed contestants are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photo finish",1,1,2 ], "separated by a very small margin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photo relief",1,1,1 ], "a method of showing the configuration of the relief of an area by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photo relief",1,1,1 ], "photographing a model of it that is illuminated by a lamp in the northwest corner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photo",1,1,1 ], "short for photograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photo-",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or produced by light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photo-",1,1,2 ], "indicating a photographic process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photo-offset",1,1,1 ], "an offset process in which the plates are produced photomechanically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoactinic",1,1,1 ], "emitting actinic radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoactive",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) capable of responding to light or other electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoactive",1,1,1 ], "radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoautotrophic",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) capable of using light as the energy source in the synthesis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoautotrophic",1,1,1 ], "food from inorganic matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photobathic",1,1,1 ], "another word for photic ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photocathode",1,1,1 ], "a cathode that undergoes or is used for photoemission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photocell",1,1,1 ], "a device in which the photoelectric or photovoltaic effect or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photocell",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation| They are used in exposure meters, burglar alarms, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photocell",1,1,1 ], "photoconductivity is used to produce a current or voltage when exposed to light or other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photochemistry",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the chemical effects of light and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photochronograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring very small time intervals by the trace made by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photochronograph",1,1,1 ], "beam of light on a moving photographic film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photocompose",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for filmset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photocomposition",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for filmsetting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoconduction",1,1,1 ], "conduction of electricity resulting from the absorption of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoconductivity",1,1,1 ], "selenium, as a result of the absorption of electromagnetic radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoconductivity",1,1,1 ], "the change in the electrical conductivity of certain substances, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photocopier",1,1,1 ], "an instrument using light-sensitive photographic materials to reproduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photocopier",1,1,1 ], "written, printed, or graphic work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photocopy" ,1, 1, 1],"a photographic reproduction of written, printed, or graphic work",1). c_DEF([ "photocopy" ,1, 2, 2],"to reproduce (written, printed, or graphic work) on photographic material",1). c_DEF([ "photocurrent",1,1,1 ], "an electric current produced by electromagnetic radiation in the photoelectric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photocurrent",1,1,1 ], "effect, photovoltaic effect, or photoconductivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photodisintegration",1,1,1 ], "disintegration of an atomic nucleus as a result of its absorption of a photon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photodisintegration",1,1,1 ], "usually a gamma ray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photodynamics",1,1,1 ], "plants and animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the effects of light on the actions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoelasticity",1,1,1 ], "the effects of stress, such as double refraction, on the optical properties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoelasticity",1,1,1 ], "transparent materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectric cell",1,1,1 ], "another name for photocell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectric effect",1,1,1 ], "energetic electromagnetic radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectric effect",1,1,1 ], "the ejection of electrons from a solid by an incident beam of sufficiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectric effect",1,1,2 ], "any phenomenon involving electricity and electromagnetic radiation, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectric effect",1,1,2 ], "photoemission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectric",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectric",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with electric or electronic effects caused by light or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectron",1,1,1 ], "an electron ejected from an atom, molecule, or solid by an incident photon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoelectrotype",1,1,1 ], "an electrotype mode using photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoemission",1,1,1 ], "as a result of the photoelectric effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoemission",1,1,1 ], "the emission of electrons due to the impact of electromagnetic radiation, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoengrave",1,1,1 ], "to reproduce (an illustration, etc|) by photoengraving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoengraving",1,1,1 ], "a photomechanical process for producing letterpress printing plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoengraving",1,1,2 ], "a plate made by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoengraving",1,1,3 ], "a print made from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoflash",1,1,1 ], "another name for flashbulb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoflood",1,1,1 ], "a highly incandescent tungsten lamp used as an artificial light source for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoflood",1,1,1 ], "indoor photography, television, etc| The brightness is obtained by overloading the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoflood",1,1,1 ], "voltage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photofluorography",1,1,1 ], "the process of taking a photograph (photofluorogram) of a fluoroscopic image:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photofluorography",1,1,1 ], "used in diagnostic screening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photogelatin process",1,1,1 ], "another name for collotype ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogene",1,1,1 ], "another name for afterimage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogenic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a person) having features, colouring, and a general facial appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogenic",1,1,1 ], "that look attractive in photographs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photogenic",1,1,2 ], "producing or emitting light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogeology",1,1,1 ], "the study and identification of geological phenomena using aerial photographs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogram",1,1,1 ], "a picture, usually abstract, produced on a photographic material without the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogram",1,1,1 ], "use of a camera, as by placing an object on the material and exposing to light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photogram",1,1,2 ], "a photograph, often of the more artistic kind rather than a mechanical record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogrammetry",1,1,1 ], "construction of maps from aerial photographs and also in medical and industrial research," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photogrammetry",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photogrammetry",1,1,1 ], "the process of making measurements from photographs, used esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photograph",1,1,1 ], "an image of an object, person, scene, etc|, in the form of a print or slide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photograph",1,1,1 ], "recorded by a camera on photosensitive material| Often (informal) shortened to photo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photograph",1,2,1 ], "to take photographs of (an object, person, scene, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photographer",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes photographs, either as a hobby or a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photographic magnitude",1,1,1 ], "has a different colour sensitivity from that of the eye" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photographic magnitude",1,1,1 ], "the colour of the starlight and differs from the visual magnitude since an emulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photographic magnitude",1,1,1 ], "the magnitude of a star as determined from photographic plates| It depends on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photographic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photographic",1,1,2 ], "like a photograph in accuracy or detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photographic",1,1,3 ], "(of a person''s memory) able to retain facts, appearances, etc|, in precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photographic",1,1,3 ], "detail, often after only a very short view of or exposure to them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photography",1,1,1 ], "or cine film" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photography",1,1,1 ], "the process of recording images on sensitized material by the action of light," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photography",1,1,1 ], "x-rays, etc|, and the chemical processing of this material to produce a print, slide," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photography",1,1,2 ], "cine films, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photography",1,1,2 ], "the art, practice, or occupation of taking and printing photographs, making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogravure",1,1,1 ], "any of various methods in which an intaglio plate for printing is produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photogravure",1,1,1 ], "the use of photography| Former name: heliogravure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photogravure",1,1,2 ], "matter printed from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photog|",1,1,1 ], "photograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photog|",1,1,2 ], "photographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photog|",1,1,3 ], "photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photog|",1,1,4 ], "photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photojournalism",1,1,1 ], "journalism in which photographs are the predominant feature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photokinesis",1,1,1 ], "the movement of an organism in response to the stimulus of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photolithograph",1,1,1 ], "a picture printed by photolithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photolithograph",1,2,1 ], "to reproduce (pictures, text, etc|) by photolithography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photolithography",1,1,1 ], "a lithographic printing process using photographically made plates| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photolithography",1,1,1 ], "shortened to photolitho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photolithography",1,1,2 ], "a process used in the manufacture of semiconductor devices, thin-film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photolithography",1,1,2 ], "circuits, and printed circuits in which a particular pattern is transferred from a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photolithography",1,1,2 ], "diffusion process" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "photolithography",1,1,2 ], "photograph onto a substrate, producing a pattern that acts as a mask during an etching or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photoluminescence",1,1,1 ], "luminescence resulting from the absorption of light or infrared or ultraviolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoluminescence",1,1,1 ], "radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photolysis",1,1,1 ], "chemical decomposition caused by light or other electromagnetic radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomap" ,1, 1, 1],"a map constructed by adding grid lines, place names, etc|, to one or more",1). c_DEF([ "photomap" ,1, 1, 1],"aerial photographs",2). c_DEF([ "photomap" ,1, 2, 1],"to map (an area) using aerial photography",1). c_DEF([ "photomechanical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any of various methods by which printing plates are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomechanical",1,1,1 ], "using photography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photomechanical",1,2,1 ], "a final paste-up of artwork or typeset matter or both for photographing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomechanical",1,2,1 ], "processing into a printing plate| Often shortened to mechanical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used in photometry, usually one that compares the illumination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photometer",1,1,1 ], "produced by a particular light source with that produced by a standard source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photometry",1,1,1 ], "the measurement of the intensity of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photometry",1,1,2 ], "the branch of physics concerned with such measurements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomicrograph",1,1,1 ], "a photograph of a microscope image| Sometimes called: microphotograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomicrograph",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for microphotograph ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomontage",1,1,1 ], "photographs: used esp| in advertising" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photomontage",1,1,1 ], "the technique of producing a composite picture by combining several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomontage",1,1,2 ], "the composite picture so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomultiplier",1,1,1 ], "a sensitive device for measuring electromagnetic radiation, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomultiplier",1,1,1 ], "multiplier, which amplifies and produces a detectable pulse of current" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photomultiplier",1,1,1 ], "photocathode, from which electrons are released by incident photons, and an electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photomural",1,1,1 ], "a decoration covering all or part of a wall consisting of a single enlarged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photomural",1,1,1 ], "photograph or a montage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photom|",1,1,1 ], "photometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photon",1,1,1 ], "a quantum of electromagnetic radiation, regarded as a particle with zero rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photon",1,1,1 ], "mass and charge, unit spin, and energy equal to the product of the frequency of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photon",1,1,1 ], "radiation and the Planck constant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photonasty",1,1,1 ], "a nastic movement in response to a change in light intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoneutron",1,1,1 ], "a neutron emitted from a nucleus as a result of photodisintegration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photonuclear",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with a nuclear reaction caused by a photon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoperiod",1,1,1 ], "plants and animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoperiod",1,1,1 ], "the period of daylight in every 24 hours, esp| in relation to its effects on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoperiodism",1,1,1 ], "photoperiods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoperiodism",1,1,1 ], "the response of plants and animals by behaviour, growth, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photophilous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plants) growing best in strong light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photophobia",1,1,1 ], "abnormal sensitivity of the eyes to light, as the result of inflammation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photophobia",1,1,2 ], "abnormal fear of or aversion to sunlight or well-lit places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photophore",1,1,1 ], "any light-producing organ in animals, esp| in certain fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photopia",1,1,1 ], "the normal adaptation of the eye to light; day vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photopolymer",1,1,1 ], "a polymeric material that is sensitive to light: used in printing plates," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photopolymer",1,1,1 ], "microfilms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoreceptor",1,1,1 ], "a light-sensitive cell or organ that conveys impulses through the sensory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoreceptor",1,1,1 ], "neuron connected to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photoreconnaissance",1,1,1 ], "reconnaissance from the air by camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photosensitive",1,1,1 ], "sensitive to electromagnetic radiation, esp| light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photosensitize",1,1,1 ], "to make (an organism or substance) photosensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photoset",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) another word for filmset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photosphere",1,1,1 ], "the visible surface of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photosynthesis",1,1,1 ], "(in plants) the synthesis of organic compounds from carbon dioxide and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photosynthesis",1,1,1 ], "(with the release of oxygen) using light energy absorbed by chlorophyll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photosynthesis",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding process in certain bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photosynthesize",1,1,1 ], "(of plants and some bacteria) to carry out photosynthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototaxis",1,1,1 ], "the movement of an entire organism in response to light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototelegraphy",1,1,1 ], "a system of facsimile telegraphy in which a transmitted image (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototelegraphy",1,1,1 ], "phototelegram) is reproduced, esp| using a halftone process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phototherapy",1,1,1 ], "the use of light in the treatment of disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photothermic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with light and heat, esp| the production of heat by light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototonus",1,1,1 ], "the condition of plants that enables them to respond to the stimulus of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototopography",1,1,1 ], "the preparation of topographic maps from photographs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototransistor",1,1,1 ], "a junction transistor, whose base signal is generated by illumination of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototransistor",1,1,1 ], "base| The emitter current, and hence collector current, increases with the intensity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phototransistor",1,1,1 ], "of the light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phototropism",1,1,1 ], "the growth response of plant parts to the stimulus of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototube",1,1,1 ], "a type of photocell in which radiation falling on a photocathode causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototube",1,1,1 ], "electrons to flow to an anode and thus produce an electric current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phototype",1,1,1,1 ], "a printing plate produced by photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototype",1,1,1,2 ], "a print produced from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototype",1,2,1 ], "to reproduce (an illustration, etc|) using a phototype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototypesetting",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for filmsetting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phototypography",1,1,1 ], "any printing process involving the use of photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photovoltaic effect",1,1,1 ], "potential between the two materials" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "photovoltaic effect",1,1,1 ], "solid deposited on the surface of a dissimilar solid producing a difference in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photovoltaic effect",1,1,1 ], "the effect observed when electromagnetic radiation falls on a thin film of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photovoltaic",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "photovoltaic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or producing electric current or voltage caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "photozincography",1,1,1 ], "a photoengraving process using a printing plate made of zinc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phot|",1,1,1 ], "photograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phot|",1,1,2 ], "photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phot|",1,1,3 ], "photography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrasal verb",1,1,1 ], "(in English grammar) a phrase that consists of a verb plus an adverbial or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrasal verb",1,1,1 ], "meaning of the constituents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phrasal verb",1,1,1 ], "prepositional particle, esp| one the meaning of which cannot be deduced by analysis of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phrasal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or composed of phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase marker",1,1,1 ], "a representation, esp| one in the form of a tree diagram, of the constituent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase marker",1,1,1 ], "structure of a sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,1,1 ], "(in English) not containing a finite verb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,1,1 ], "a group of words forming together a syntactic constituent of a sentence but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,1,2 ], "an idiomatic or original expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,1,3 ], "manner or style of speech or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,1,4 ], "a small group of notes forming a coherent unit of melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,1,5 ], "(in choreography) a short sequence of dance movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,2,1 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,2,1 ], "to divide (a melodic line, part, etc|) into musical phrases, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase",1,2,2 ], "to express orally or in a phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase-structure rule",1,1,1 ], "a rule of the form A X where A is a syntactic category label, such as noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrase-structure rule",1,1,1 ], "phrase or sentence, and X is a sequence of such labels and/or morphemes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phraseogram",1,1,1 ], "a symbol representing a phrase, as in shorthand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phraseograph",1,1,1 ], "a phrase for which there exists a phraseogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phraseologist",1,1,1 ], "a person who is interested in or collects phrases or who affects a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phraseologist",1,1,1 ], "phraseology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phraseology",1,1,1 ], "the manner in which words or phrases are used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phraseology",1,1,2 ], "a set of phrases used by a particular group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrasing",1,1,1 ], "the way in which something is expressed, esp| in writing; wording" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrasing",1,1,2 ], "the division of a melodic line, part, etc|, into musical phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phratry",1,1,1 ], "a group of people within a tribe who have a common ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phreatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to ground water occurring below the water table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenetic",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete spelling of frenetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenic",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the diaphragm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenic",1,1,1,2 ], "the phrenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenitis",1,1,1 ], "another name for encephalitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenitis",1,1,2 ], "a state of frenzy; delirium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phreno-",1,1,1 ], "mind or brain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phreno-",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the diaphragm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenology",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the branch of science concerned with localization of function in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phrenology",1,1,1 ], "and size of the skull overlying the parts of the brain thought to be responsible" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phrenology",1,1,1 ], "for them" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "phrenology",1,1,1 ], "the human brain, esp| determination of the strength of the faculties by the shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phrensy",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete spelling of frenzy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phren|",1,1,1 ], "phrenology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phr|",1,1,1 ], "phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthalein",1,1,1 ], "anhydride with a phenol and used in dyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phthalein",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds obtained by the reaction of phthalic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthalic acid",1,1,1 ], "a soluble colourless crystalline acid used in the synthesis of dyes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthalic acid",1,1,1 ], "perfumes; 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid| Formula: C6H4(COOH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phthalic anhydride",1,1,1 ], "C6H4(CO)2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phthalic anhydride",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline substance used mainly in producing dyestuffs| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthalocyanine",1,1,1 ], "a cyclic blue-green organic pigment| Formula: (C\6H\4C\2N)4N4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthalocyanine",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of compounds derived by coordination of this compound with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthalocyanine",1,1,2 ], "enamels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phthalocyanine",1,1,2 ], "metal atom| They are blue or green pigments used in printing inks, plastics, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phthiriasis",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being infested with lice; pediculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthisic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or affected with phthisis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthisic",1,2,1 ], "another name for asthma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phthisis",1,1,1 ], "any disease that causes wasting of the body, esp| pulmonary tuberculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phut",1,1,1 ], "a representation of a dull heavy sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phut",1,2,1 ], "to go phut| to break down or collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyco-",1,1,1 ], "seaweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phycology",1,1,1 ], "the study of algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phycomycete",1,1,1 ], "any filamentous fungus of the class Phycomycetes, in which the spores are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phycomycete",1,1,1 ], "produced sexually or asexually: includes certain mildews and moulds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phyla",1,1,1 ], "the plural of phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylactery",1,1,1 ], "either of two small leather cases containing strips of parchment inscribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylactery",1,1,1 ], "with religious texts, worn by Jewish men during morning prayer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phylactery",1,1,2 ], "a reminder or aid to remembering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylactery",1,1,3 ], "an amulet or charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyle",1,1,1 ], "a tribe or clan of an ancient Greek people such as the Ionians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyletic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the evolutionary development of organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyllite",1,1,1 ], "a compact lustrous metamorphic rock, rich in mica, derived from a clay rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyllo-",1,1,1 ], "leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylloclade",1,1,1 ], "another name for cladode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyllode",1,1,1 ], "a flattened leafstalk that resembles and functions as a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyllome",1,1,1 ], "a leaf or a leaflike organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylloquinone",1,1,1 ], "a viscous fat-soluble liquid occurring in plants: essential for the production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylloquinone",1,1,1 ], "of prothrombin, required in blood clotting| Formula: C31H46O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phyllotaxis",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of the leaves on a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyllotaxis",1,1,2 ], "the study of this arrangement in different plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylloxera",1,1,1 ], "Phylloxeridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phylloxera",1,1,1 ], "Viteus vitifolii)(vine phylloxera), typically feeding on plant juices: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phylloxera",1,1,1 ], "any homopterous insect of the genus Phylloxera, such as P| vitifolia (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylogeny",1,1,1 ], "the sequence of events involved in the evolution of a species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylum",1,1,1 ], "a major taxonomic division of the animals and plants that contain one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylum",1,1,1 ], "classes| An example is the phylum Arthropoda (insects, crustaceans, arachnids, etc| and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phylum",1,1,1 ], "myriapods)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "phylum",1,1,2 ], "any analogous group, such as a group of related language families or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phylum",1,1,2 ], "linguistic stocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physiatrics",1,1,1 ], "another name for physiotherapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physic" ,1, 1, 1],"a medicine or drug, esp| a cathartic or purge",1). c_DEF([ "physic" ,1, 1, 2],"the art or skill of healing",1). c_DEF([ "physic" ,1, 1, 3],"an archaic term for ,physics",1). c_DEF([ "physic" ,1, 3, 2],"to treat (a patient) with medicine",1). c_DEF([ "physical anthropology",1,1,1 ], "development and its physical variations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physical anthropology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of anthropology dealing with the genetic aspect of human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical chemistry",1,1,1 ], "properties of substances depend on and influence their chemical structure, properties, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physical chemistry",1,1,1 ], "reactions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "physical chemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the way in which the physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical education",1,1,1 ], "training and practice in sports, gymnastics, etc|, as in schools and colleges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical examination",1,1,1 ], "auscultation to diagnose disease or verify fitness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physical examination",1,1,1 ], "the process of examining the body by means of sight, touch, percussion, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical geography",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physical geography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geography that deals with the natural features of the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical medicine",1,1,1 ], "resulting from rheumatic disease, asthma, poliomyelitis, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physical medicine",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine devoted to the management of physical disabilities, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical science",1,1,1 ], "any of the sciences concerned with nonliving matter, energy, and the physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical science",1,1,1 ], "properties of the universe, such as physics, chemistry, astronomy, and geology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physical therapy",1,1,1 ], "another term for physiotherapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the body, as distinguished from the mind or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling material things or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical",1,1,3 ], "of or concerned with matter and energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to physics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical",1,1,5 ], "perceptible to the senses; apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physical",1,2,1 ], "short for physical examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physicalism",1,1,1 ], "and that all meaningful statements are either analytic, as in logic and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physicalism",1,1,1 ], "mathematics, or can be reduced to empirically verifiable assertions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "physicalism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that all phenomena can be described in terms of space and time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physician",1,1,1 ], "a person legally qualified to practise medicine, esp| one specializing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physician",1,1,1 ], "areas of treatment other than surgery; doctor of medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physician",1,1,2 ], "any person who treats diseases; healer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physicist",1,1,1 ], "a person versed in or studying physics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physicochemical",1,1,1 ], "chemistry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physicochemical",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or relating to physical chemistry or both physics and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physics",1,1,1 ], "includes mechanics, optics, electricity and magnetism, acoustics, and heat| Modern" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "physics",1,1,1 ], "physics, based on quantum theory, includes atomic, nuclear, particle, and solid-state" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "physics",1,1,1 ], "studies| It can also embrace applied fields such as geophysics and meteorology" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "physics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the properties of matter and energy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physics",1,1,1 ], "the relationships between them| It is based on mathematics and traditionally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physics",1,1,2 ], "physical properties of behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physics",1,1,3 ], "natural science or natural philosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physio-",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to nature or natural functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physio-",1,1,2 ], "physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiocrat",1,1,1 ], "a follower of Quesnay's doctrines of government: believing that the inherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiocrat",1,1,1 ], "natural order governing society was based on land and its natural products as the only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physiocrat",1,1,1 ], "true form of wealth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "physiognomy",1,1,1 ], "a person's features or characteristic expression considered as an indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiognomy",1,1,1 ], "of personality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physiognomy",1,1,2 ], "the art or practice of judging character from facial features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiognomy",1,1,3 ], "geographical region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physiognomy",1,1,3 ], "the outward appearance of something, esp| the physical characteristics of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiography",1,1,1 ], "another name for geomorphology or physical geography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiological psychology",1,1,1 ], "physiological and psychological events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physiological psychology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of psychology concerned with the study and correlation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiological",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to physiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiological",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to normal healthful functioning; not pathological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with the functioning of organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiology",1,1,2 ], "the processes and functions of all or part of an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiol|",1,1,1 ], "physiological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiol|",1,1,2 ], "physiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physiotherapy",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physiotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the therapeutic use of physical agents or means, such as massage, exercises," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physique",1,1,1 ], "development, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physique",1,1,1 ], "the general appearance of the body with regard to size, shape, muscular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physoclistous",1,1,1 ], "(of fishes) having an air bladder that is not connected to the alimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physoclistous",1,1,1 ], "canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physostigmine",1,1,1 ], "an alkaloid found in the Calabar bean used esp| in eye drops to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physostigmine",1,1,1 ], "pressure inside the eyeball| Formula: C15H21N3O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "physostomous",1,1,1 ], "(of fishes) having a duct connecting the air bladder to part of the alimentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "physostomous",1,1,1 ], "canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phys|",1,1,1 ], "physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phys|",1,1,2 ], "physician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phys|",1,1,3 ], "physics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phys|",1,1,4 ], "physiological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phys|",1,1,5 ], "physiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a plant or vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the origin and evolution of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytogenic",1,1,1 ], "derived from plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytogeography",1,1,1 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phytogeography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany that is concerned with the geographical distribution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytography",1,1,1 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phytography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany that is concerned with the detailed description of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytohormone",1,1,1 ], "a hormone-like substance produced by a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytology",1,1,1 ], "a rare name for botany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyton",1,1,1 ], "a unit of plant structure, usually considered as the smallest part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phyton",1,1,1 ], "plant that is capable of growth when detached from the parent plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phytopathology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with diseases of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytophagous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of insects) feeding on plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytoplankton",1,1,1 ], "the plant constituent of plankton, mainly unicellular algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytosociology",1,1,1 ], "plant communities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "phytosociology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of ecology that is concerned with the origin, development, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytotoxin",1,1,1 ], "a toxin, such as strychnine, that is produced by a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytotron",1,1,1 ], "a building in which plants can be grown on a large scale, under controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "phytotron",1,1,1 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ph|",1,1,1 ], "phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pi meson",1,1,1 ], "another name for pion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pi" ,2, 1, 1],"a jumbled pile of printer's type",1). c_DEF([ "pi" ,2, 1, 2],"a jumbled mixture",1). c_DEF([ "pi" ,2, 3, 1],"to spill and mix (set type) indiscriminately",1). c_DEF([ "pi" ,2, 3, 2],"to mix up",1). c_DEF([ "pi",1,1,1 ], "as p" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pi",1,1,1 ], "more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pi",1,1,1 ], "the 16th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GR, #Gr), a consonant, transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pi",1,1,2 ], "(quickly, softly, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pi",1,1,2 ], "a transcendental number, fundamental to mathematics, that is the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pi",1,1,2 ], "circumference of a circle to its diameter| Approximate value: 3|141,592||| ; symbol: r" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pia mater",1,1,1 ], "spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pia mater",1,1,1 ], "the innermost of the three membranes (see meninges) that cover the brain and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piacular",1,1,1 ], "making expiation for a sacrilege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piacular",1,1,2 ], "requiring expiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piaffe",1,1,1 ], "a passage done on the spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pianism",1,1,1 ], "technique, skill, or artistry in playing the piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pianissimo",1,2,1 ], "to be performed very quietly| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pianist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano accordion",1,1,1 ], "an accordion in which the right hand plays a piano-like keyboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano player",1,1,1 ], "another word for pianist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano player",1,1,2 ], "any of various devices for playing a piano automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano roll",1,1,1 ], "a perforated roll of paper actuating the playing mechanism of a Pianola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano stool",1,1,1 ], "a stool on which a pianist sits when playing a piano, esp| one whose height is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano stool",1,1,1 ], "adjustable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piano trio",1,1,1 ], "an instrumental ensemble consisting of a piano, a violin, and a cello" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano trio",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music written for such an ensemble, usually having the form and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano trio",1,1,2 ], "commonest features of a sonata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piano",1,1,1 ], "a musical stringed instrument resembling a harp set in a vertical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piano",1,1,1 ], "horizontal frame, played by depressing keys that cause hammers to strike the strings and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piano",1,1,1 ], "produce audible vibrations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "piano",2,2,1 ], "to be performed softly| Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pianoforte",1,1,1 ], "the full name for piano'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piassava",1,1,1 ], "either of two South American palm trees, Attalea funifera or Leopoldinia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piassava",1,1,1 ], "piassaba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piassava",1,1,2 ], "rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piassava",1,1,2 ], "the coarse fibre obtained from either of these trees, used to make brushes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piastre",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of South Vietnam, divided into 100 cents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piastre",1,1,1,1 ], "a fractional monetary unit of Egypt, Lebanon, Sudan, and Syria worth one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piastre",1,1,1,1 ], "hundredth of a pound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piastre",1,1,1,2 ], "kurus| a Turkish monetary unit worth one hundredth of a lira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piastre",1,1,1,3 ], "a Libyan monetary unit worth one hundredth of a dinar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piastre",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for piece of eight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piazza",1,1,1 ], "a large open square in an Italian town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piazza",1,1,2 ], "a covered passageway or gallery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pibroch",1,1,1 ], "a piece of music for Scottish bagpipes, consisting of a theme and variations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pica",1,1,1 ], "a printer's unit of measurement, equal to 12 points or 0|166 ins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pica",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a size of printer's type equal to 12 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pica",2,1,1 ], "an abnormal craving to ingest substances such as clay, dirt, or hair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pica",2,1,1 ], "sometimes occurring during pregnancy, in persons with chlorosis, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picador",1,1,1 ], "a horseman who pricks the bull with a lance in the early stages of a fight to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picador",1,1,1 ], "goad and weaken it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picaresque",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a type of fiction in which the hero, a rogue, goes through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picaresque",1,1,1 ], "series of episodic adventures| It originated in Spain in the 16th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picaresque",1,1,2 ], "of or involving rogues or picaroons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picaroon",1,1,1 ], "an adventurer or rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picayune",1,1,1 ], "of small value or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picayune",1,1,2 ], "mean; petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picayune",1,2,1 ], "the half real, an old Spanish-American coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picayune",1,2,2 ], "any coin of little value, esp| a five-cent piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piccalilli",1,1,1 ], "a pickle of mixed vegetables, esp| onions, cauliflower, and cucumber, in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piccalilli",1,1,1 ], "mustard sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piccanin",1,1,1 ], "a Black African child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piccaninny",1,1,1 ], "a small Negro or Aboriginal child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piccaninny",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piccolo",1,1,1 ], "a woodwind instrument, the smallest member of the flute family, lying an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piccolo",1,1,1 ], "octave above that of the flute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pice",1,1,1 ], "a former Indian coin worth one sixty-fourth of a rupee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pice",1,1,2 ], "a fractional monetary unit of Nepal worth one hundredth of a rupee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pichiciego",1,1,1 ], "a very small Argentinian armadillo, Chlamyphorous truncatus, with white silky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pichiciego",1,1,1 ], "hair and pale pink plates on the head and back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pichiciego",1,1,2 ], "greater pichiciego| a similar but larger armadillo, Burmeisteria retusa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick at",1,1,1 ], "to make criticisms of in a niggling or petty manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick off",1,1,1 ], "to aim at and shoot one by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick on",1,1,1 ], "perform a distasteful task" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pick on",1,1,1 ], "to select for something unpleasant, esp| in order to bully, blame, or cause to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick out",1,1,1 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pick out",1,1,1 ], "to select for use or special consideration, illustration, etc|, as from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick out",1,1,2 ], "to distinguish (an object from its surroundings), as in painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick out",1,1,3 ], "to perceive or recognize (a person or thing previously obscured)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick out",1,1,4 ], "complication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pick out",1,1,4 ], "to distinguish (sense or meaning) from or as if from a mass of detail or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick out",1,1,5 ], "to play (a tune) tentatively, by or as if by ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,1,1 ], "number; select" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,1,1 ], "to choose (something) deliberately or carefully, from or as if from a group or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,1,2 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,1,2 ], "to pluck or gather (fruit, berries, or crops) from (a tree, bush, field," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,10,1 ], "freedom or right of selection (esp| in the phrase take one's pick)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,10,2 ], "a person, thing, etc|, that is chosen first or preferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,10,3 ], "the act of picking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,10,4 ], "the amount of a crop picked at one period or from one area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,10,5 ], "a speck of dirt or metal or a blob of ink on the surface of set type or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,10,5 ], "printing plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,2,1 ], "to clean or prepare (fruit, poultry, etc|) by removing the indigestible parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,3,1 ], "to remove loose particles from (the teeth, the nose, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,3,2 ], "(esp| of birds) to nibble or gather (corn, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,4,1 ], "to pierce, dig, or break up (a hard surface) with a pick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,5,1 ], "to form (a hole, etc|) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,5,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by at) to nibble (at) fussily or without appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,5,3 ], "to separate (strands, fibres, etc|), as in weaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,6,1 ], "to deliberately provoke (an argument, fight, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,7,1 ], "to steal (money or valuables) from (a person's pocket)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,8,1 ], "to open (a lock) with an instrument other than a key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,8,2 ], "to pluck the strings of (a guitar, banjo, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,9,1 ], "to make (one's way) carefully on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,9,2 ], "pick and choose| to select fastidiously, fussily, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",1,9,3 ], "pick someone's brains| Informal| to obtain information or ideas from someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",2,1,1 ], "a tool with a handle carrying a long steel head curved and tapering to a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",2,1,1 ], "at one or both ends, used for loosening soil, breaking rocks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pick",2,1,2 ], "any of various tools used for picking, such as an ice pick or toothpick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",3,1,1 ], "to cast (a shuttle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",3,2,1 ], "one casting of a shuttle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick",3,2,2 ], "a weft or filling thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick-me-up",1,1,1 ], "a tonic or restorative, esp| a special drink taken as a stimulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 1],"cartridge to the preamplifier",2). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 1],"the light balanced arm of a gramophone that carries the wires from the",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 2],"an electromagnetic transducer that converts the vibrations of the steel",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 2],"strings of an electric guitar or other amplified instrument into electric signals",2). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 3],"another name for cartridge ,1,3",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 4],"a small truck with an open body and low sides used for light deliveries",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 5],"an ability to accelerate rapidly",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"a stop to collect passengers, goods, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"the people or things collected",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 6],"a casual acquaintance, usually one made for the purpose of a sexual liaison",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 7],"a free ride in a motor vehicle",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 8],"an improvement",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 1, 9],"a pick-me-up",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 10],"to arrest",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 11],"to increase (speed)",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 12],"(tr|) to receive (electrical signals, a radio signal, sounds, etc|), as for",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 12],"transmission or amplification",2). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 2],"to gather up in the hand or hands",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 3],"to obtain or purchase casually, incidentally, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 4],"to improve in health, condition, activity, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 5],"to learn gradually or as one goes along",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 6],"to collect or give a lift to (passengers, hitchhikers, goods, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pick-up" ,1, 2, 8],"to become acquainted with, esp| with a view to having sexual relations",1). c_DEF([ "pickaback",1,2,1 ], "another word for piggyback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickaninny",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of piccaninny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickaroon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of picaroon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickaxe",1,1,1 ], "a large pick or mattock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickaxe",1,2,1 ], "to use a pickaxe on (earth, rocks, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that picks, esp| that gathers fruit, crops, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picker",1,1,2 ], "(in weaving) a person or the part of the loom that casts the shuttle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickerel",1,1,1 ], "and E| niger: family Esocidae (pikes, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pickerel",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American freshwater game fishes, such as Esox americanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickerelweed",1,1,1 ], "P| cordata, having arrow-shaped leaves and purple flowers: family Pontederiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pickerelweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American freshwater plants of the genus Pontederia, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket fence",1,1,1 ], "a fence consisting of pickets supported at close regular intervals by being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket fence",1,1,1 ], "driven into the ground, by interlacing with strong wire, or by nailing to horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picket fence",1,1,1 ], "timbers fixed to posts in the ground" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "picket line",1,1,1 ], "a line of people acting as pickets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,1,1 ], "a pointed stake, post, or peg that is driven into the ground to support a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,1,1 ], "fence, provide a marker for surveying, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,1,2 ], "an individual or group, who stand outside an establishment to make a protest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,1,2 ], "to dissuade or prevent employees or clients from entering, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,1,3 ], "a small detachment of troops or warships positioned towards the enemy to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,1,3 ], "early warning of attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,2,1 ], "to post or serve as pickets at (a factory, embassy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,2,2 ], "to guard (a main body or place) by using or acting as a picket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,3,1 ], "to fasten (a horse or other animal) to a picket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picket",1,4,1 ], "to fence (an area, boundary, etc|) with pickets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickin",1,1,1 ], "a small child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickings",1,1,1 ], "money, profits, etc|, acquired easily or by more or less dishonest means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickings",1,1,1 ], "spoils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,1 ], "vegetables, such as cauliflowers, onions, etc|, preserved in vinegar, brine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,2 ], "any food preserved in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,3 ], "a liquid or marinade, such as spiced vinegar, for preserving vegetables, meat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,3 ], "fish, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,4 ], "a cucumber that has been preserved and flavoured in a pickling solution, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,4 ], "brine or vinegar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,5 ], "an awkward or difficult situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,1,6 ], "a mischievous child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,2,1 ], "to preserve in a pickling liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,2,2 ], "scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pickle",1,2,2 ], "to immerse (a metallic object) in a liquid, such as an acid, to remove surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickled",1,1,1 ], "preserved in a pickling liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickled",1,1,2 ], "intoxicated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picklock",1,1,1 ], "a person who picks locks, esp| one who gains unlawful access to premises by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picklock",1,1,1 ], "this means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picklock",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for picking locks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pickpocket",1,1,1 ], "a person who steals from the pockets or handbags of others in public places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picky",1,1,1 ], "pickier, pickiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picky",1,1,2 ], "fussy; finicky; choosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picnic races",1,1,1 ], "horse races for amateur riders held in rural areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picnic" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any informal meal eaten outside",1). c_DEF([ "picnic" ,1, 1, 1],"a trip or excursion to the country, seaside, etc|, on which people bring food",1). c_DEF([ "picnic" ,1, 1, 1],"to be eaten in the open air",2). c_DEF([ "picnic" ,1, 1, 2],"an easy or agreeable task",1). c_DEF([ "picnic" ,1, 1, 3],"a troublesome experience",1). c_DEF([ "picnic" ,1, 2, 1],"to eat or take part in a picnic",1). c_DEF([ "pico-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'-'1'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picoline",1,1,1 ], "a liquid derivative of pyridine found in bone oil and coal tar;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picoline",1,1,1 ], "methylpyridene| Formula: C5H4N(CH\3)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picong",1,1,1 ], "any teasing or satirical banter, originally a verbal duel in song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picot",1,1,1 ], "any of a pattern of small loops, as on lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picotee",1,1,1 ], "a type of carnation having pale petals edged with a darker colour, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picotee",1,1,1 ], "red" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picrate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of picric acid, such as sodium picrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picrate",1,1,2 ], "a charge-transfer complex formed by picric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picric acid",1,1,1 ], "a toxic sparingly soluble crystalline yellow acid; 2,4,6-trinitrophenol: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picric acid",1,1,1 ], "as a dye, antiseptic, and explosive| Formula: C6H2OH(NO\2)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picrite",1,1,1 ], "a coarse-grained ultrabasic igneous rock consisting of olivine and augite with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picrite",1,1,1 ], "small amounts of plagioclase feldspar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picro-",1,1,1 ], "bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picrotoxin",1,1,1 ], "a bitter poisonous crystalline compound used as an antidote for barbiturate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picrotoxin",1,1,1 ], "poisoning| Formula: C30H34O13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pictogram",1,1,1 ], "another word for pictograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictograph",1,1,1 ], "Chinese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pictograph",1,1,1 ], "a picture or symbol standing for a word or group of words, as in written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictograph",1,1,2 ], "a chart on which symbols are used to represent values, such as population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictograph",1,1,2 ], "levels or consumption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pictorial",1,1,1 ], "relating to, consisting of, or expressed by pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictorial",1,1,2 ], "(of books, etc|) containing pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictorial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to painting or drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictorial",1,1,4 ], "(of language, style, etc|) suggesting a picture; vivid; graphic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictorial",1,2,1,1 ], "a magazine, newspaper, etc|, containing many pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pictorial",1,2,1,2 ], "the Sunday Pictorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture card",1,1,1 ], "another name for court card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture hat",1,1,1 ], "any hat with a very wide brim, esp| one worn by women during the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture palace",1,1,1 ], "another name for cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture tube",1,1,1 ], "another name for television tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture window",1,1,1 ], "a large window having a single pane of glass, usually placed so that it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture window",1,1,1 ], "overlooks a view" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picture writing",1,1,1 ], "any writing system that uses pictographs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture writing",1,1,2 ], "a system of artistic expression and communication using pictures or symbolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture writing",1,1,2 ], "figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,1,1 ], "a visual representation of something, such as a person or scene, produced on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,1,1 ], "surface, as in a photograph, painting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,10 ], "in the picture| informed about a given situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,2 ], "a mental image or impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,3 ], "a verbal description, esp| one that is vivid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,4 ], "a situation considered as an observable scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,5 ], "a person or thing that bears a close resemblance to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,6 ], "a person, scene, etc|, considered as typifying a particular state or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,7 ], "a beautiful person or scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,7,1 ], "a motion picture; film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,8 ], "the pictures| Chiefly Brit| a cinema or film show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,1,9 ], "another name for tableau vivant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,2,1 ], "to visualize or imagine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,2,2 ], "to describe or depict, esp| vividly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picture",1,2,3 ], "to put in a picture or make a picture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picturegoer",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes to the cinema, esp| frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picturesque",1,1,1 ], "visually pleasing, esp| in being striking or vivid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picturesque",1,1,2 ], "having a striking or colourful character, nature, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picturesque",1,1,3 ], "(of language) graphic; vivid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "picul",1,1,1 ], "133 pounds or 60 kilograms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "picul",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight, used in China, Japan, and in SE Asia, equal to approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piddle",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piddle",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by away) to spend (one's time) aimlessly; fritter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piddling",1,1,1 ], "petty; trifling; trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piddock",1,1,1 ], "any marine bivalve of the family Pholadidae, boring into rock, clay, or wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piddock",1,1,1 ], "by means of sawlike shell valves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pidgin English",1,1,1 ], "a pidgin in which one of the languages involved is English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pidgin",1,1,1 ], "a language made up of elements of two or more other languages and used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pidgin",1,1,1 ], "contacts, esp| trading contacts, between the speakers of other languages| Unlike creoles," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pidgin",1,1,1 ], "pidgins do not constitute the mother tongue of any speech community" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pie chart",1,1,1 ], "a circular graph divided into sectors proportional to the magnitudes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie chart",1,1,1 ], "quantities represented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pie",1,1,1 ], "a baked food consisting of a sweet or savoury filling in a pastry-lined dish," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie",1,1,1 ], "often covered with a pastry crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pie",1,1,2 ], "have a finger in the pie| to have a share or stake in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie",1,1,3 ], "pie in the sky| Informal| illusory hope of some future good; false optimism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie",2,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect name for magpie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of pi'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie",4,1,1 ], "a very small former Indian coin worth one third of a pice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie",5,1,1 ], "a book for finding the Church service for any particular day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie-eater",1,1,1 ], "informal, offensive| a person of little account or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pie-eyed",1,1,1 ], "a slang expression for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piebald",1,1,1 ], "marked or spotted in two different colours, esp| black and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piebald",1,2,1 ], "a black-and-white pied horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece goods",1,1,1 ], "goods, esp| fabrics, made in standard widths and lengths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece of eight",1,1,1 ], "a former Spanish coin worth eight reals; peso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece out",1,1,1 ], "to extend by adding pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece out",1,1,2 ], "to cause to last longer by using only a small amount at a time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece rate",1,1,1 ], "a fixed rate paid according to the quantity produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,1 ], "an amount or portion forming a separate mass or structure; bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,10 ], "a small object, often individually shaped and designed, used in playing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,10 ], "certain games, esp| board games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,10,1 ], "a firearm or cannon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,10,2 ], "fowling-piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,11 ], "any chessman other than a pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,12 ], "a short time or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,13 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,14 ], "a packed lunch taken to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,15 ], "give someone a piece of one's mind| Informal| to criticize or censure a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,15 ], "person frankly or vehemently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,16 ], "go to pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,16,1 ], "(of a person) to lose control of oneself; have a breakdown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,16,2 ], "(of a building, organization, etc|) to disintegrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,17 ], "nasty piece of work| Brit| informal| a cruel or mean person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,18 ], "of a piece| of the same kind; alike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,19 ], "piece of cake| Brit| informal| something easily obtained or achieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,2 ], "a small part, item, or amount forming part of a whole, esp| when broken off or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,2 ], "separated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,3 ], "a length by which a commodity is sold, esp| cloth, wallpaper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,4 ], "an instance or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,5 ], "a girl or woman regarded as an object of sexual attraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,6 ], "an example or specimen of a style or type, such as an article of furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,7 ], "an opinion or point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,8 ], "a literary, musical, or artistic composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,1,9 ], "a coin having a value as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by together) to fit or assemble piece by piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to patch or make up (a garment, etc|) by adding pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece",1,2,3 ], "to join (broken threads, etc|) during spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piece-dyed",1,1,1 ], "(of fabric) dyed after weaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piecemeal",1,1,1 ], "by degrees; bit by bit; gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piecemeal",1,1,2 ], "in or into pieces or piece from piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piecemeal",1,2,1 ], "fragmentary or unsystematic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piecer",1,1,1 ], "a person who mends, repairs, or joins something, esp| broken threads on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piecer",1,1,1 ], "loom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piecework",1,1,1 ], "work paid for according to the quantity produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piecrust table",1,1,1 ], "a round table, ornamented with carved moulding suggestive of a piecrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pied wagtail",1,1,1 ], "a British songbird, Motacilla alba yarrellii, with a black throat and back," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pied wagtail",1,1,1 ], "long black tail, and white underparts and face: family Motacillidae (wagtails and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pied wagtail",1,1,1 ], "pipits)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pied",1,1,1 ], "having markings of two or more colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pied-",1,1,1 ], "a flat, house, or other lodging for secondary or occasional use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pied-piping",1,1,1 ], "phrase or a larger noun phrase in which it is contained, when moved in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pied-piping",1,1,1 ], "the principle that a noun phrase may take with it the rest of a prepositional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pied-piping",1,1,1 ], "transformation| For example, when the interrogative pronoun is moved to initial position, other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pied-piping",1,1,1 ], "words are moved too, as in to whom did you speak" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "piedmont",1,1,1 ], "(of glaciers, plains, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piedmont",1,1,2 ], "formed or situated at the foot of a mountain or mountain range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pieman",1,1,1 ], "a seller of pies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pier glass",1,1,1 ], "a tall narrow mirror, usually one of a pair or set, designed to hang on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pier glass",1,1,1 ], "wall between windows, usually above a pier table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pier table",1,1,1 ], "a side table designed to stand against a wall between windows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pier",1,1,1 ], "a structure with a deck that is built out over water, and used as a landing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pier",1,1,1 ], "place, promenade, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pier",1,1,2 ], "a pillar that bears heavy loads, esp| one of rectangular cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pier",1,1,3 ], "the part of a wall between two adjacent openings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pier",1,1,4 ], "another name for buttress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,1 ], "to form or cut (a hole) in (something) with or as if with a sharp instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,2 ], "to thrust into or penetrate sharply or violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,3 ], "to force (a way, route, etc|) through (something)(of light, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,4 ], "to shine through or penetrate (darkness)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,5 ], "suddenly apparent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,5 ], "to discover or realize (something) suddenly or (of an idea, etc|) to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,6 ], "(of sounds of cries) to sound sharply through (the silence, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,7 ], "sharply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,1,7 ], "to move or affect (a person's emotions, bodily feelings, etc|) deeply or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pierce",1,2,1 ], "to penetrate or be capable of penetrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pieridine",1,1,1 ], "including the whites and brimstones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pieridine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Pieridae, a family of butterflies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piet",1,1,1 ], "Mary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piet",1,1,1 ], "a sculpture, painting, or drawing of the dead Christ, supported by the Virgin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pietism",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for piety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pietism",1,1,2 ], "excessive, exaggerated, or affected piety or saintliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piety",1,1,1 ], "dutiful devotion to God and observance of religious principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piety",1,1,2 ], "the quality or characteristic of being pious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piety",1,1,3 ], "a pious action, saying, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piety",1,1,4 ], "devotion and obedience to parents or superiors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piezo-",1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piezochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the study of chemical reactions at high pressures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piezoelectric crystal",1,1,1 ], "a crystal, such as quartz, that produces a potential difference across its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piezoelectric crystal",1,1,1 ], "opposite faces when under mechanical stress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piezoelectric effect",1,1,1,1 ], "stress to certain crystals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piezoelectric effect",1,1,1,1 ], "the production of electricity or electric polarity by applying a mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piezoelectric effect",1,1,1,2 ], "applied potential difference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piezoelectric effect",1,1,1,2 ], "the converse effect in which stress is produced in a crystal as a result of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piezometer",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for the measurement of pressure (pi#+e@|zom#+e@|try), esp| very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piezometer",1,1,1 ], "high pressure, or for measuring the compressibility of materials under pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piffle",1,1,1 ], "nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piffle",1,2,1 ], "to talk or behave feebly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig bed",1,1,1 ], "a bed of sand in which pig iron is cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig iron",1,1,1 ], "crude iron produced in a blast furnace and poured into moulds in preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig iron",1,1,1 ], "for making wrought iron, steels, alloys, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 1],"any artiodactyl mammal of the African and Eurasian family Suidae, esp| Sus",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 1],"bristle-covered skin, and, in wild species, long curved tusks",3). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 1],"scrofa (domestic pig), typically having a long head with a movable snout, a thick",2). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 2],"a domesticated pig weighing more than 120 pounds",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 3],"a dirty, greedy, or bad-mannered person",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 4],"the meat of swine; pork",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"a mass of metal, such as iron, copper, or lead, cast into a simple shape for",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"ease of storing or transportation",2). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"a mould in which such a mass of metal is formed",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 5],"a slang word for ,policeman",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 6],"something that is difficult or unpleasant",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 7],"a pig in a poke| something bought or received without prior sight or",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 7],"knowledge",2). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 1, 8],"make a pig of oneself| Informal| to overindulge oneself",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 2, 1],"(of a sow) to give birth",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 2, 3],"to live in squalor",1). c_DEF([ "pig" ,1, 2, 5],"to devour (food) greedily",1). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,1,1 ], "beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,1,2 ], "phrase make a pig's ear of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,1,2 ], "something that has been badly or clumsily done; a botched job (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,2,1 ], "the heart, liver, lights, and sweetbreads of a pig cooked, esp| fried," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,2,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,3,1 ], "the skin of the domestic pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,3,2 ], "leather made of this skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,3,3 ], "a football" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,4,1 ], "made of pigskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig's ear",1,5,1 ], "(esp| in India) to hunt and spear wild boar, esp| from horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pig-headed",1,1,1 ], "stupidly stubborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon breast",1,1,1 ], "a deformity of the chest characterized by an abnormal protrusion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon breast",1,1,1 ], "breastbone, caused by rickets or by obstructed breathing during infancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon hawk",1,1,1 ], "the North American variety of the merlin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon pea",1,1,1 ], "another name for dhal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous birds of the family Columbidae, having a heavy body, small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon",1,1,1 ], "head, short legs and long pointed wings: order Columbiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon",1,1,2 ], "a victim or dupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon",1,1,3 ], "concern or responsibility (often in the phrase it's his, her, etc|, pigeon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon-hearted",1,1,1 ], "of a timid or fearful disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeon-toed",1,1,1 ], "having the toes turned inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeonhole",1,1,1 ], "a small compartment for papers, letters, etc|, as in a bureau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeonhole",1,1,2 ], "a hole or recess in a dovecote for pigeons to nest in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeonhole",1,1,3 ], "a category or classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeonhole",1,2,1 ], "to put aside or defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeonhole",1,2,2 ], "to classify or categorize, esp| in a rigid manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigeonwing",1,1,1 ], "a fancy step in dancing in which the feet are clapped together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigface",1,1,1 ], "a creeping succulent plant of the genus Carpobrotus, having bright-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigface",1,1,1 ], "flowers and red fruits and often grown for ornament: family Aizoaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigfish",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigfish",1,1,1 ], "any of several grunts, esp| Orthopristis chrysopterus, of the North American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigfish",1,1,2 ], "Great Barrier Reef" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigfish",1,1,2 ], "any of several wrasses, such as Achoerodus gouldii , that occur around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggery",1,1,1 ], "a place where pigs are kept and reared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggery",1,1,2 ], "great greediness; piggishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggin",1,1,1 ], "a small wooden bucket or tub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggish",1,1,1 ], "like a pig, esp| in appetite or manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggish",1,1,2 ], "obstinate or mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggy bank",1,1,1 ], "a child's coin bank shaped like a pig with a slot for coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggy" ,1, 1, 1],"a child's word for a pig, esp| a piglet",1). c_DEF([ "piggy" ,1, 1, 2],"a child's word for toe or, sometimes, finger",1). c_DEF([ "piggyback",1,1,1,1 ], "a ride on the back and shoulders of another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggyback",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piggyback",1,2,1 ], "on the back and shoulders of another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piglet",1,1,1 ], "a young pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigmeat",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for pork, ham, or bacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigment",1,1,1 ], "a substance occurring in plant or animal tissue and producing a characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigment",1,1,1 ], "colour, such as chlorophyll in green plants and haemoglobin in red blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigment",1,1,2 ], "any substance used to impart colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigment",1,1,3 ], "a powder that is mixed with a liquid to give a paint, ink, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigmentation",1,1,1 ], "coloration in plants, animals, or man caused by the presence of pigments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigmentation",1,1,2 ], "the deposition of pigment in animals, plants, or man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pignut",1,1,1,1 ], "glabra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pignut",1,1,1,1 ], "the bitter nut of any of several North American hickory trees, esp| Carya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pignut",1,1,1,2 ], "any of the trees bearing such a nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pignut",1,1,2 ], "another name for earthnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigpen",1,1,1 ], "another word for pigsty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigsticking",1,1,1 ], "the sport of hunting wild boar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigsty",1,1,1 ], "a pen for pigs; sty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigsty",1,1,2 ], "a dirty or untidy place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigswill",1,1,1 ], "waste food or other edible matter fed to pigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigtail",1,1,1 ], "a bunch of hair or one of two bunches on either side of the face, worn loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigtail",1,1,1 ], "or plaited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigtail",1,1,2 ], "a twisted roll of tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigweed",1,1,1 ], "Amaranthus, esp| A| retroflexus, having hair leaves and green flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pigweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several coarse North American amaranthaceous weeds of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pigweed",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| name for fat hen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pika",1,1,1 ], "any burrowing lagomorph mammal of the family Ochotonidae of mountainous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pika",1,1,1 ], "regions of North America and Asia, having short rounded ears, a rounded body, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pika",1,1,1 ], "rudimentary tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pike",1,1,1 ], "any of several large predatory freshwater teleost fishes of the genus Esox," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pike",1,1,1 ], "covered with small scales: family Esocidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pike",1,1,1 ], "esp| E| lucius , having a broad flat snout, strong teeth, and an elongated body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pike",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pike",2,1,1 ], "a medieval weapon consisting of a metal spearhead joined to a long pole, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pike",2,1,1 ], "pikestaff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pike",2,1,2 ], "a point or spike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pike",2,2,1 ], "to stab or pierce using a pike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pike",3,1,1 ], "short for turnpike 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pike",4,1,1 ], "a pointed or conical hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pikelet",1,1,1 ], "a type of crumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pikeman",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a soldier armed with a pike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pikeperch",1,1,1 ], "(or Lucioperca), such as S| lucioperca of Europe: family Percidae (perches)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pikeperch",1,1,1 ], "any of various pikelike freshwater teleost fishes of the genera Stizostedion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piker",1,1,1 ], "a wild bullock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piker",1,1,2 ], "a lazy person; shirker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pikestaff",1,1,1 ], "the wooden handle of a pike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilaster",1,1,1 ], "a shallow rectangular column attached to the face of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilau" ,1, 1, 1],"pilaf, pilaff , pilao, or pilaw",1). c_DEF([ "pilau" ,1, 1, 2],"a dish originating from the East, consisting of rice flavoured with spices and",1). c_DEF([ "pilau" ,1, 1, 2],"cooked in stock, to which meat, poultry, or fish may be added",2). c_DEF([ "pilch",1,1,1 ], "an infant's outer garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilchard",1,1,1 ], "a European food fish, Sardina (or Clupea)pilchardus, with a rounded body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilchard",1,1,1 ], "covered with large scales: family Clupeidae (herrings)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile shoe",1,1,1 ], "an iron casting shaped to a point and fitted to a lower end of a wooden or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile shoe",1,1,1 ], "concrete pile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile up" ,1, 1, 1],"to gather or be gathered in a pile; accumulate",1). c_DEF([ "pile up" ,1, 1, 2],"to crash or cause to crash",1). c_DEF([ "pile up" ,1, 2, 2],"a multiple collision of vehicles",1). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,1 ], "a collection of objects laid on top of one another or of other material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,1 ], "stacked vertically; heap; mound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,2 ], "a large amount of money (esp| in the phrase make a pile)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,3 ], "a large amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for pyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,5 ], "a large building or group of buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,6 ], "a structure of uranium and a moderator used for producing atomic energy;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,6 ], "nuclear reactor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,7 ], "an arrangement of wrought-iron bars that are to be heated and worked into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,7 ], "single bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,1,8 ], "the point of an arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to collect or be collected into or as if into a pile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,3,1 ], "to move in a group, esp| in a hurried or disorganized manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,3,2 ], "butts forming the base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,3,2 ], "pile arms| to prop a number of rifles together, muzzles together and upwards," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",1,3,3 ], "pile it on| Informal| to exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",2,1,1 ], "a long column of timber, concrete, or steel that is driven into the ground to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",2,1,1 ], "provide a foundation for a structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile",2,1,2 ], "an ordinary shaped like a wedge, usually displayed point downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",2,2,1 ], "to drive (piles) into the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",2,2,2 ], "to provide or support (a structure) with piles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",3,1,1,1 ], "the yarns in a fabric that stand up or out from the weave, as in carpeting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",3,1,1,1 ], "velvet, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile",3,1,1,2 ], "one of these yarns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile",3,1,2 ], "soft fine hair, fur, wool, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile-driver",1,1,1 ], "a machine that drives piles into the ground either by repeatedly allowing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pile-driver",1,1,1 ], "heavy weight to fall on the head of the pile or by using a steam hammer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pile-driver",1,1,2 ], "a forceful punch or kick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pileate",1,1,1 ], "(of birds) having a crest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pileate",1,1,2 ], "having a pileus|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pileous",1,1,1 ], "hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pileous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piles",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for haemorrhoids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pileum",1,1,1 ], "the top of a bird's head from the base of the bill to the occiput" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pileus",1,1,1 ], "the upper cap-shaped part of a mushroom or similar spore-producing body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilewort",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants, such as lesser celandine, thought to be effective in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilewort",1,1,1 ], "treating piles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilfer",1,1,1 ], "to steal (minor items), esp| in small quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilferage",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of stealing small quantities or articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilferage",1,1,2 ], "the amount so stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilgarlic",1,1,1 ], "a bald head or a man with a bald head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilgarlic",1,1,2 ], "a pitiable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilgrim",1,1,1 ], "a person who undertakes a journey to a sacred place as an act of religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilgrim",1,1,1 ], "devotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilgrim",1,1,2 ], "any wayfarer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilgrimage",1,1,1 ], "a journey to a shrine or other sacred place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilgrimage",1,1,2 ], "a journey or long search made for exalted or sentimental reasons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilgrimage",1,2,1 ], "to make a pilgrimage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pili",1,1,1 ], "a burseraceous Philippine tree, Canarium ovatum, with edible seeds resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pili",1,1,1 ], "almonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pili",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piliferous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plants or their parts) bearing or ending in a hair or hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piliferous",1,1,2 ], "designating the outer layer of root epidermis, which bears the root hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piliform",1,1,1 ], "resembling a long hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piling",1,1,1 ], "the act of driving piles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piling",1,1,2 ], "a number of piles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piling",1,1,3 ], "a structure formed of piles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill bug",1,1,1 ], "any of various woodlice of the genera Armadillidium and Oniscus, capable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill bug",1,1,1 ], "rolling up into a ball when disturbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,1,1 ], "a small spherical or ovoid mass of a medicinal substance, intended to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,1,1 ], "swallowed whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,1,2 ], "the|Informal| an oral contraceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,1,3 ], "something unpleasant that must be endured (esp| in the phrase bitter pill to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,1,3 ], "swallow)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,1,4 ], "a ball or disc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,1,5 ], "an unpleasant or boring person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,2,1 ], "to give pills to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,3,1 ], "to make pills of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,4,1 ], "to form into small balls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",1,5,1 ], "to blackball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",2,1,1 ], "to peel or skin (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",2,1,2 ], "to pillage or plunder (a place, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pill",2,1,3 ], "to make or become bald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillage",1,1,1 ], "to rob (a town, village, etc|) of (booty or spoils), esp| during a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillage",1,2,1 ], "the act of pillaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillage",1,2,2 ], "something obtained by pillaging; booty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar box",1,1,1 ], "a red pillar-shaped public letter box situated on a pavement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar box",1,2,1 ], "pillar-box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar box",1,2,2 ], "characteristic of a pillar box (in the phrase pillar-box red)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar",1,1,1 ], "an upright structure of stone, brick, metal, etc| that supports a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar",1,1,1 ], "superstructure or is used for ornamentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pillar",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar",1,1,3 ], "a prominent supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar",1,1,4 ], "from pillar to post| from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillar",1,2,1 ], "to support with or as if with pillars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillbox",1,1,1 ], "a box for pills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillbox",1,1,2 ], "a small enclosed fortified emplacement, usually made of reinforced concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillbox",1,1,3 ], "a small round hat, now worn esp| by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillion",1,1,1 ], "a seat or place behind the rider of a motorcycle, scooter, horse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillion",1,2,1 ], "on a pillion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilliwinks",1,1,1 ], "a medieval instrument of torture for the fingers and thumbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillory" ,1, 1, 1],"a wooden framework into which offenders were formerly locked by the neck and",1). c_DEF([ "pillory" ,1, 1, 1],"wrists and exposed to public abuse and ridicule",2). c_DEF([ "pillory" ,1, 1, 2],"exposure to public scorn or abuse",1). c_DEF([ "pillory" ,1, 3, 1],"to expose to public scorn or ridicule",1). c_DEF([ "pillory" ,1, 3, 2],"to punish by putting in a pillory",1). c_DEF([ "pillow block",1,1,1 ], "a block, such as a simple journal, that supports a shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillow lace",1,1,1 ], "lace made by winding thread around bobbins on a padded cushion or board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillow sham",1,1,1 ], "a decorative cover for a bed pillow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillow",1,1,1 ], "a cloth case stuffed with feathers, foam rubber, etc|, used to support the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillow",1,1,1 ], "head, esp| during sleep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pillow",1,1,2 ], "a padded cushion or board on which pillow lace is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillow",1,1,3 ], "anything like a pillow in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillow",1,2,1 ], "to rest (one's head) on or as if on a pillow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillow",1,3,1 ], "to serve as a pillow for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillowcase",1,1,1 ], "a removable washable cover of cotton, linen, nylon, etc|, for a pillow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pills",1,1,1 ], "another word for testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillwort",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian water fern, Pilularia globulifera, with globular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pillwort",1,1,1 ], "spore-producing bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilocarpine",1,1,1 ], "an alkaloid extracted from the leaves of the jaborandi tree, formerly used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilocarpine",1,1,1 ], "induce sweating| Formula: C11H16N2O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilose",1,1,1 ], "covered with fine soft hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot balloon",1,1,1 ], "a meteorological balloon used to observe air currents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot biscuit",1,1,1 ], "another term for hardtack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot cloth",1,1,1 ], "a type of thick blue cloth used to make sailor's coats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot engine",1,1,1 ], "a locomotive that clears or tests the way ahead for a train engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot film",1,1,1 ], "a film of short duration serving as a guide to a projected series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot fish",1,1,1 ], "a small carangid fish, Naucrates ductor, of tropical and subtropical seas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot fish",1,1,1 ], "marked with dark vertical bands: often accompanies sharks and other large fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot fish",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot house",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed structure on the bridge of a vessel from which it can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot house",1,1,1 ], "navigated; wheelhouse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot lamp",1,1,1 ], "a small light in an electric circuit or device that lights up when the circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot lamp",1,1,1 ], "is closed or when certain conditions prevail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot light",1,1,1 ], "a small auxiliary flame that ignites the main burner of a gas appliance when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot light",1,1,1 ], "the control valve opens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot light",1,1,2 ], "a small electric light used as an indicator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot officer",1,1,1 ], "certain other air forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot officer",1,1,1 ], "the most junior commissioned rank in the British Royal Air Force and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot whale",1,1,1 ], "any of several black toothed whales of the genus Globicephala, such as G|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot whale",1,1,1 ], "melaena, that occur in all seas except polar seas: family Delphinidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot whale",1,1,1 ], "whale, blackfish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who is qualified to operate an aircraft or spacecraft in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who is qualified to steer or guide a ship into or out of a port," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,1,1 ], "river mouth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,2 ], "a person who steers a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,3 ], "a person who acts as a leader or guide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,4 ], "a guide, often consisting of a tongue or dowel, used to assist in joining two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,4 ], "mating parts together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,5 ], "a plug gauge for measuring an internal diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,6 ], "a colour test strip accompanying black-and-white rushes from colour originals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,7 ], "an experimental programme on radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,8 ], "used in or serving as a test or trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,1,9 ], "serving as a guide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,2,1 ], "to act as pilot of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,2,2 ], "to control the course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilot",1,2,3 ], "to guide or lead (a project, people, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilotage",1,1,1 ], "the act of piloting an aircraft or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilotage",1,1,2 ], "a pilot's fee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilotage",1,1,3 ], "charts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pilotage",1,1,3 ], "the navigation of an aircraft by the observation of ground features and use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piloting",1,1,1 ], "landmarks, etc|, or the finding of a ship's position by such means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piloting",1,1,1 ], "the navigational handling of a ship near land using buoys, soundings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piloting",1,1,2 ], "the occupation of a pilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pilule",1,1,1 ], "a small pill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimento",1,1,1 ], "another name for allspice or pimiento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimiento",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish pepper, Capsicum annuum, with a red fruit used raw in salads, cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimiento",1,1,1 ], "as a vegetable, and as a stuffing for green olives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pimp",1,1,1 ], "a man who solicits for a prostitute or brothel and lives off the earnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimp",1,1,2 ], "a man who procures sexual gratification for another; procurer; pander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimp",1,2,1 ], "to act as a pimp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimp",2,1,1 ], "a spy or informer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimp",2,2,1 ], "to inform (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimpernel",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the primulaceous genus Anagallis, such as the scarlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimpernel",1,1,1 ], "pimpernel, typically having small star-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pimpernel",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related plants, such as Lysimachia nemorum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pimple",1,1,1 ], "a small round usually inflamed swelling of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin curl",1,1,1 ], "a small section of hair wound in a circle and secured with a hairpin to set it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin curl",1,1,1 ], "in a curl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pin down",1,1,1 ], "to force (someone) to make a decision or carry out a promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin down",1,1,2 ], "to define clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin down",1,1,3 ], "to confine to a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin money",1,1,1 ], "an allowance by a husband to his wife for personal expenditure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin money",1,1,2 ], "money saved or earned to be used for incidental expenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin rail",1,1,1 ], "a strong wooden rail or bar containing holes for belaying pins to which lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin rail",1,1,1 ], "are fastened on sailing vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pin wrench",1,1,1 ], "a wrench fitted with a cylindrical pin that registers in a hole in the part to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin wrench",1,1,1 ], "be rotated, used to improve the application of the turning moment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a short stiff straight piece of wire pointed at one end and either rounded or",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"having a flattened head at the other: used mainly for fastening pieces of cloth,",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"paper, etc|, esp| temporarily",3). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"pinhole",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 10],"a metal tuning peg on a piano, the end of which inserted into a detachable key",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 10],"by means of which it is turned",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 11],"a metal rod, esp| of stainless steel, for holding together adjacent ends of",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 11],"broken or fractured bones during healing",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 12],"a position in which a piece is pinned against a more valuable piece or the",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 12],"king",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 13],"the flagpole marking the hole on a green",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 14],"the cylindrical part of a key that enters a lock",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 15],"a position in which a person is held tight or immobile, esp| with both",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 15],"shoulders touching the ground",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 16],"a dovetail tenon used to make a dovetail joint",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 17],"a miniature beer cask containing 4 gallons",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 18],"legs",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 2],"short for ,cotter pin, hairpin, panel pin, rolling pin, or ,safety pin",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 3],"an ornamental brooch, esp| a narrow one",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 4],"a badge worn fastened to the clothing by a pin",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 5],"pin (for))",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 5],"something of little or no importance (esp| in the phrase not care or give a",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 6],"a peg or dowel",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 7],"anything resembling a pin in shape, function, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 8],"(in various bowling games) a usually club-shaped wooden object set up in",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 8],"groups as a target",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"the axle of a sheave",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 9, 3],"the sliding closure for a shackle",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 9],"a clip on a hand grenade that prevents its detonation until removed or",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 1, 9],"released",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 1],"to attach, hold, or fasten with or as if with a pin or pins",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 2],"to transfix with a pin, spear, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 3],"(foll| by on) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 4],"to place (the blame for something)",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 5],"queen, rook, or bishop so that moving it would reveal a check or expose a more",2). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 5],"to cause (an enemy piece) to be effectively immobilized by attacking it with a",1). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 5],"valuable piece to capture",3). c_DEF([ "pin" ,1, 3, 7],"to support (masonry, etc|), as by driving in wedges over a beam|~",1). c_DEF([ "pin-up",1,1,1,1 ], "a picture of a sexually attractive girl, esp| when partially or totally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin-up",1,1,1,1 ], "undressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pin-up",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin-up",1,1,2 ], "a girl who has appeared in such a picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin-up",1,1,3 ], "a photograph of a famous personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pin-up",1,1,4 ], "designed to be hung from a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pina cloth" ,1, 1, 1],"a fine fabric made from the fibres of the pineapple leaf",1). c_DEF([ "pinaceous",1,1,1 ], "needle-like leaves: includes pine, spruce, fir, larch, and cedar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Pinaceae, a family of conifers with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinafore dress",1,1,1 ], "a sleeveless dress worn over a blouse or sweater| U|S| name: jumper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinafore",1,1,1 ], "an apron, esp| one with a bib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinafore",1,1,2 ], "an overdress buttoning at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinaster",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean pine tree, Pinus pinaster, with paired needles and prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinaster",1,1,1 ], "cones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinaster",1,1,2 ], "pinaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinball",1,1,1,1 ], "a game in which the player shoots a small ball through several hazards on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinball",1,1,1,1 ], "table, electrically operated machine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinball",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pince-nez",1,1,1 ], "eyeglasses that are held in place only by means of a clip over the bridge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pince-nez",1,1,1 ], "the nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pincer movement",1,1,1 ], "a military manoeuvre in which the two flanks of an army attempt to break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pincer movement",1,1,1 ], "through the opposing army with the aim of complete encirclement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pincers",1,1,1 ], "a gripping tool consisting of two hinged arms with handles at one end and, at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pincers",1,1,1 ], "extracting nails" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pincers",1,1,1 ], "the other, curved bevelled jaws that close on the workpiece: used esp| for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pincers",1,1,2 ], "arthropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pincers",1,1,2 ], "the pair or pairs of jointed grasping appendages in lobsters and certain other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch bar",1,1,1 ], "a crowbar with a lug formed on it to provide a fulcrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch effect",1,1,1 ], "particle due to its motion in the magnetic field generated by the movement of the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinch effect",1,1,1 ], "particles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pinch effect",1,1,1 ], "the constriction of a beam of charged particles, caused by a force on each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,1,1 ], "finger and thumb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,1,1 ], "to press (something, esp| flesh) tightly between two surfaces, esp| between a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,1,2 ], "of space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,1,2 ], "to confine, squeeze, or painfully press (toes, fingers, etc|) because of lack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,2,1 ], "to cause stinging pain to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,3,1 ], "to make thin or drawn-looking, as from grief, lack of food, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by on) to provide (oneself or another person) with meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,3,2 ], "allowances, amounts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,3,3 ], "pinch pennies| to live frugally because of meanness or to economize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,4,1 ], "and she loses way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,4,1 ], "to sail (a sailing vessel) so close to the wind that her sails begin to luff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,5,1 ], "(of a vein of ore) to narrow or peter out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,5,2 ], "(usually foll| by off, out, or back) to remove the tips of (buds, shoots," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,5,2 ], "etc|) to correct or encourage growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,6,1 ], "to steal or take without asking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,7,1 ], "to arrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,1 ], "a squeeze or sustained nip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,2 ], "and finger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,2 ], "the quantity of a substance, such as salt, that can be taken between a thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,3 ], "a very small quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,4 ], "(usually preceded by the) sharp, painful, or extreme stress, need, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,5 ], "a robbery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,6 ], "a police raid or arrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,7 ], "at a pinch| if absolutely necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch",1,8,8 ], "with a pinch or grain of salt| without wholly believing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch-hit",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch-hit",1,1,2 ], "to bat as a substitute for the scheduled batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinch-hit",1,1,3 ], "to act as a substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinchbeck",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of copper and zinc, used as imitation gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinchbeck",1,1,2 ], "a spurious or cheap imitation; sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinchbeck",1,2,1 ], "made of pinchbeck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinchbeck",1,2,2 ], "sham, spurious, or cheap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinchcock",1,1,1 ], "a clamp used to compress a flexible tube to control the flow of fluid through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinchcock",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinchpenny" ,1, 1, 1],"niggardly; miserly",1). c_DEF([ "pinchpenny" ,1, 2, 1],"a miserly person; niggard",1). c_DEF([ "pincushion",1,1,1 ], "a small well-padded cushion in which pins are stuck ready for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pindling",1,1,1 ], "peevish or fractious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pindling",1,1,2 ], "sickly or puny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine cone",1,1,1 ], "the seed-producing structure of a pine tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine end",1,1,1 ], "the gable or gable end of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine marten",1,1,1 ], "a marten, Martes martes, of N European and Asian coniferous woods, having dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine marten",1,1,1 ], "brown fur with a creamy-yellow patch on the throat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pine needle",1,1,1 ], "any of the fine pointed leaves of a pine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine tar",1,1,1 ], "a brown or black semisolid or viscous substance, produced by the destructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine tar",1,1,1 ], "distillation of pine wood, used in roofing compositions, paints, medicines, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pine",1,1,1 ], "any evergreen resinous coniferous tree of the genus Pinus, of the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere, with long needle-shaped leaves and brown cones: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pine",1,1,2 ], "any other tree or shrub of the family Pinaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine",1,1,4 ], "any of various similar but unrelated plants, such as ground pine and screw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine",1,1,4 ], "pine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pine",2,1,1 ], "to feel great longing or desire; yearn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine",2,2,1 ], "to become ill, feeble, or thin through worry, longing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine",2,3,1 ], "to mourn or grieve for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pine",2,4,1 ], "a deep longing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineal eye",1,1,1 ], "an outgrowth of the pineal gland that forms an eyelike structure on the top of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineal eye",1,1,1 ], "the head in certain cold-blooded vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pineal gland",1,1,1 ], "a pea-sized organ in the brain, situated beneath the posterior part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineal gland",1,1,1 ], "corpus callosum, that secretes melatonin into the blood stream| Technical names:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pineal gland",1,1,1 ], "epiphysis, epiphysis cerebri" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pineal",1,1,1 ], "resembling a pine cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the pineal gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple weed",1,1,1 ], "America, having greenish-yellow flower heads, and smelling of pineapple when crushed:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple weed",1,1,1 ], "an Asian plant, Matricaria matricarioides, naturalized in Europe and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple weed",1,1,1 ], "family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American bromeliaceous plant, Ananas comosus, cultivated in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple",1,1,1 ], "tropics for its large fleshy edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple",1,1,2 ], "fleshy axis and surmounted by a tuft of leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant, consisting of an inflorescence clustered around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pineapple",1,1,3 ], "a hand grenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinene",1,1,1 ], "C10H16" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pinene",1,1,1 ], "either of two isomeric terpenes, found in many essential oils and constituting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinene",1,1,1 ], "the main part of oil of turpentine| The commonest structural isomer (#Ga-pinene) is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinene",1,1,1 ], "used in the manufacture of camphor, solvents, plastics, and insecticides| Formula:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pinery",1,1,1 ], "a place, esp| a hothouse, where pineapples are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinery",1,1,2 ], "a forest of pine trees, esp| one cultivated for timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinetum",1,1,1 ], "an area of land where pine trees and other conifers are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinfall",1,1,1 ], "another name for fall (sense 48)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinfeather",1,1,1 ], "a feather emerging from the skin and still enclosed in its horny sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinfish",1,1,1 ], "a small porgy, Lagodon rhomboides, occurring off the SE North American coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinfish",1,1,1 ], "of the Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinfold",1,1,1,1 ], "a pound for stray cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinfold",1,1,1,2 ], "a fold or pen for sheep or cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinfold",1,2,1 ], "to gather or confine in or as if in a pinfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ping",1,1,1 ], "a short high-pitched resonant sound, as of a bullet striking metal or a sonar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ping",1,1,1 ], "echo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ping",1,2,1 ], "to make such a noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pingo",1,1,1 ], "a mound of earth or gravel formed through pressure from a layer of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pingo",1,1,1 ], "trapped between newly frozen ice and underlying permafrost in Arctic regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinguid",1,1,1 ], "fatty, oily, or greasy; soapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinhead",1,1,1 ], "the head of a pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinhead",1,1,2 ], "something very small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinhead",1,1,3 ], "a stupid or contemptible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinheaded",1,1,1 ], "stupid or silly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinhole camera",1,1,1 ], "a camera with a pinhole as an aperture instead of a lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinhole",1,1,1 ], "a small hole made with or as if with a pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinhole",1,1,2 ], "the exact centre of an archery target, in the middle of the Gold zone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",1,1,1 ], "a bird's wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",1,1,2 ], "the part of a bird's wing including the flight feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",1,2,1 ], "to hold or bind (the arms) of (a person) so as to restrain or immobilize him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",1,2,2 ], "to confine or shackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",1,2,3 ], "to make (a bird) incapable of flight by removing that part of (the wing) from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",1,2,3 ], "which the flight feathers grow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",2,1,1 ], "a cogwheel that engages with a larger wheel or rack, which it drives or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinion",2,1,1 ], "which it is driven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinite",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-green or brown mineral containing amorphous aluminium and potassium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinite",1,1,1 ], "sulphates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pink elephant",1,1,1 ], "a facetious name applied to hallucinations caused by drunkenness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink gin",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of gin and bitters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink salmon",1,1,1 ], "Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pink salmon",1,1,1 ], "any salmon having pale pink flesh, esp| Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, of the Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink salmon",1,1,2 ], "the flesh of such a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink slip",1,1,1 ], "a notice of redundancy issued to an employee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of colours with a reddish hue that are of low to moderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,1 ], "saturation and can usually reflect or transmit a large amount of light; a pale reddish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,1 ], "tint" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,2 ], "pink cloth or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,3 ], "any of various Old World plants of the caryophyllaceous genus Dianthus, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,3 ], "as D| plumarius , cultivated for their fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,4 ], "any of various plants of other genera, such as the moss pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,5 ], "the flower of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,6 ], "of health, in the pink)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,6 ], "the highest or best degree, condition, etc| (esp| in the phrases in the pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,6,1 ], "a huntsman's scarlet coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,1,6,2 ], "a huntsman who wears a scarlet coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,2,1 ], "of the colour pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,2,2 ], "left wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,2,2,1 ], "sympathetic to or influenced by Communism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,2,2,2 ], "leftist or radical, esp| half-heartedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,2,3 ], "(of a huntsman''s coat) scarlet or red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",1,3,1 ], "another word for knock ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",2,1,1 ], "to prick lightly with a sword, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",2,1,2 ], "to decorate (leather, cloth, etc|) with a perforated or punched pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",2,1,3 ], "to cut with pinking shears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink",3,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel with a narrow overhanging transom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pink-hi" ,1, 1, 1],"a holiday or celebration, esp| among Aboriginals",1). c_DEF([ "pinkeye",1,1,1 ], "an acute contagious inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinkeye",1,1,1 ], "by redness, discharge, etc|: usually caused by bacterial infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinkeye",1,1,2 ], "a similar condition affecting the cornea of horses and cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinkie",1,1,1 ], "the little finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinking shears",1,1,1 ], "material cut, thus preventing fraying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinking shears",1,1,1 ], "scissors with a serrated edge on one or both blades, producing a wavy edge to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinko",1,1,1 ], "a person regarded as mildly left wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinkroot",1,1,1 ], "any of several loganiaceous plants of the genus Spigelia, esp| S| marilandica," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinkroot",1,1,1 ], "of the southeastern U|S|, having red-and-yellow flowers and pink roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinkroot",1,1,2 ], "the powdered root of this plant, used as a vermifuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinkroot",1,1,3 ], "a fungal disease of onions and related plants resulting in stunted growth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinkroot",1,1,3 ], "shrivelled pink roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinna",1,1,1 ], "any leaflet of a pinnate compound leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinna",1,1,2 ], "a feather, wing, fin, or similarly shaped part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinna",1,1,3 ], "another name for auricle ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnace",1,1,1 ], "any of various kinds of ship's tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnacle",1,1,1 ], "the highest point or level, esp| of fame, success, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnacle",1,1,2 ], "a towering peak, as of a mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnacle",1,1,3 ], "a slender upright structure in the form of a cone, pyramid, or spire on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnacle",1,1,3 ], "top of a buttress, gable, or tower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinnacle",1,2,1 ], "to set on or as if on a pinnacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnacle",1,2,2 ], "to furnish with a pinnacle or pinnacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnacle",1,2,3 ], "to crown with a pinnacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnate",1,1,1 ], "like a feather in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnate",1,1,2 ], "(of compound leaves) having the leaflets growing opposite each other in pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnate",1,1,2 ], "on either side of the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinnati-",1,1,1 ], "pinnate or pinnately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnatifid",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) pinnately divided into lobes reaching more than half way to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnatifid",1,1,1 ], "midrib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinnatipartite",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) pinnately divided into lobes reaching just over half way to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnatipartite",1,1,1 ], "midrib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinnatiped",1,1,1 ], "(of birds) having lobate feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnatisect",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) pinnately divided almost to the midrib but not into separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnatisect",1,1,1 ], "leaflets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that pins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinner",1,1,2 ], "a small dainty apron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinner",1,1,3 ], "a cap with two long flaps pinned on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinniped",1,1,1 ], "mammals having a streamlined body and limbs specialized as flippers: includes seals," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinniped",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Pinnipedia, an order of aquatic placental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinniped",1,1,1 ], "sea lions, and the walrus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pinniped",1,2,1 ], "any pinniped animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnule",1,1,1 ], "any of the lobes of a leaflet of a pinnate compound leaf, which is itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinnule",1,1,1 ], "pinnately divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinnule",1,1,2 ], "any feather-like part, such as any of the arms of a sea lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinny",1,1,1 ], "a child's or informal name for pinafore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinochle",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two to four players similar to bezique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinochle",1,1,2 ], "the combination of queen of spades and jack of diamonds in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinole",1,1,1 ], "(in the southwestern United States) flour made of parched ground corn," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinole",1,1,1 ], "mesquite beans, sugar, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinpoint",1,1,1 ], "to locate or identify exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinpoint",1,2,1 ], "an insignificant or trifling thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinpoint",1,2,2 ], "the point of a pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinpoint",1,2,3 ], "exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinprick",1,1,1 ], "a slight puncture made by or as if by a pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinprick",1,1,2 ], "a small irritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinprick",1,2,1 ], "to puncture with or as if with a pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pins and needles",1,1,1 ], "a tingling sensation in the fingers, toes, legs, etc|, caused by the return of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pins and needles",1,1,1 ], "normal blood circulation after its temporary impairment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pins and needles",1,1,2 ], "on pins and needles| in a state of anxious suspense or nervous anticipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinstripe",1,1,1 ], "(in textiles) a very narrow stripe in fabric or the fabric itself, used esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinstripe",1,1,1 ], "for men's suits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pint",1,1,1 ], "a unit of liquid measure of capacity equal to one eighth of a gallon| 1 Brit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pint",1,1,1 ], "pint is equal to 0|568 litre, 1 U|S| pint to 0|473 litre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pint",1,1,2 ], "a unit of dry measure of capacity equal to one half of a quart| 1 U|S| dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pint",1,1,2 ], "pint is equal to one sixty-fourth of a U|S| bushel or 0|5506 litre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pint",1,1,3 ], "a measure having such a capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pint",1,1,3,1 ], "a pint of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pint",1,1,3,2 ], "a drink of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pint-size",1,1,1 ], "very small; tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinta",1,1,1 ], "a tropical infectious skin disease caused by the bacterium Treponema carateum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinta",1,1,1 ], "and characterized by the formation of papules and loss of pigmentation in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinta",1,1,1 ], "circumscribed areas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pinta",2,1,1 ], "an informal word for pint, esp| of milk or beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pintadera",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean and in many American cultures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pintadera",1,1,1 ], "a decorative stamp, usually made of clay, found in the Neolithic of the E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pintail",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-brown duck, Anas acuta, with slender pointed wings and a pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pintail",1,1,1 ], "tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pintle",1,1,1 ], "a pin or bolt forming the pivot of a hinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pintle",1,1,2 ], "the link bolt, hook, or pin on a vehicle's towing bracket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pintle",1,1,3 ], "the needle or plunger of the injection valve of an oil engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinto bean",1,1,1 ], "a variety of kidney bean that has mottled seeds and is grown for fodder in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinto bean",1,1,1 ], "southwestern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinto" ,1, 1, 1],"marked with patches of white; piebald",1). c_DEF([ "pinto" ,1, 2, 2],"a pinto horse",1). c_DEF([ "pinwheel",1,1,1 ], "another name for Catherine wheel ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinwheel",1,1,2 ], "a cogwheel whose teeth are formed by small pins projecting either axially or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinwheel",1,1,2 ], "radially from the rim of the wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinwheel",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| name for windmill (the toy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinwork",1,1,1 ], "(in needlepoint lace) the fine raised stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinworm",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic nematode worm, Enterobius vermicularis, infecting the colon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinworm",1,1,1 ], "rectum, and anus of humans: family Oxyuridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pinxit",1,1,1 ], "he (or she) painted it: an inscription sometimes found on paintings following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pinxit",1,1,1 ], "the artist's name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piny",1,1,1 ], "pinier, piniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piny",1,1,2 ], "of, resembling, or covered with pine trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piolet",1,1,1 ], "a type of iceaxe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pion",1,1,1 ], "a meson having a positive or negative charge and a rest mass 273 times that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pion",1,1,1 ], "the electron, or no charge and a rest mass 264 times that of the electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pioneer",1,1,1,1 ], "a colonist, explorer, or settler of a new land, region, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pioneer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pioneer",1,1,2 ], "an innovator or developer of something new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pioneer",1,1,3 ], "a member of an infantry group that digs entrenchments, makes roads, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pioneer",1,1,4 ], "the first species of plant or animal to colonize an area of bare ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pioneer",1,2,1 ], "to be a pioneer (in or of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pioneer",1,3,1 ], "to initiate, prepare, or open up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pious",1,1,1 ], "having or expressing reverence for a god or gods; religious; devout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pious",1,1,2 ], "marked by reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pious",1,1,3 ], "marked by false reverence; sanctimonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pious",1,1,4 ], "sacred; not secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pious",1,1,5 ], "having or expressing devotion for one's parents or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 1],"a short high-pitched sound, a sequence of which can act as a time signal, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 1],"on radio",2). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 2, 1],"a spot or single device, such as a spade, diamond, heart, or club on a playing",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 2, 1],"card",2). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 2, 2],"any of the spots on dice or dominoes",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 2],"a radar blip",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 3],"indicating their rank",2). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 1, 3],"the emblem worn on the shoulder by junior officers in the British Army,",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 2, 1, 1],"to chirp; peep",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 2, 1, 2],"to pierce (the shell of its egg) while hatching",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 2, 1],"(of a young bird)",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,2, 2, 2],"to make a short high-pitched sound",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,3, 1, 1],"a contagious disease of poultry characterized by the secretion of thick mucus",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,3, 1, 1],"in the mouth and throat",2). c_DEF([ "pip" ,3, 1, 2],"a minor human ailment",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,3, 1, 3],"a bad temper or depression (esp| in the expression give (someone),the pip)",1). c_DEF([ "pip" ,3, 2, 1],"to be or cause to be annoyed or depressed",1). c_DEF([ "pip",1,1,1 ], "the seed of a fleshy fruit, such as an apple or pear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pip",1,1,2 ], "any of the segments marking the surface of a pineapple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pip",1,1,3 ], "a rootstock or flower of the lily of the valley or certain other plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pip",4,1,1 ], "(tr|) Brit| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pip",4,1,2 ], "to wound or kill, esp| with a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pip",4,1,3 ], "pip at the post)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pip",4,1,3 ], "to defeat (a person), esp| when his success seems certain (often in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pip",4,1,4 ], "to blackball or ostracize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipa",1,1,1 ], "a tongueless South American toad, Pipa pipa, that carries its young in pits in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipa",1,1,1 ], "the skin of its back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipage",1,1,1 ], "pipes collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipage",1,1,2 ], "conveyance by pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipage",1,1,3 ], "the money charged for such conveyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of peepul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe cleaner",1,1,1 ], "a short length of thin wires twisted so as to hold tiny tufts of yarn: used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe cleaner",1,1,1 ], "clean the stem of a tobacco pipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe down",1,1,1 ], "to stop talking, making noise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe dream",1,1,1 ], "a fanciful or impossible plan or hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe major",1,1,1 ], "the chief player in a band of bagpipe players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe organ",1,1,1 ], "another name for organ (the musical instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe up",1,1,1 ], "to commence singing or playing a musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe up",1,1,2 ], "to speak up, esp| in a shrill voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,1 ], "a long tube of metal, plastic, etc| used to convey water, oil, gas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,10 ], "a cylindrical vein of rich ore, such as one of the vertical diamond-bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,10 ], "veins at Kimberley, South Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,11 ], "a vertical cylindrical passage in a volcano through which molten lava is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,11 ], "forced during eruption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,12 ], "something easy to do, esp| a simple course in college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,13 ], "put that in your pipe and smoke it| Informal| accept that fact if you can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,2 ], "a long tube or case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,2,1 ], "an object made in various shapes and sizes, consisting of a small bowl with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,2,1 ], "attached tubular stem, in which tobacco or other substances are smoked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,3 ], "the amount of tobacco that fills the bowl of a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,4 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,4 ], "any of various hollow organs, such as the respiratory passage of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,4,1 ], "air column in a simple tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,4,1 ], "any musical instrument whose sound production results from the vibration of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,4,2 ], "any of the tubular devices on an organ, in which air is made to vibrate either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,4,2 ], "directly, as in a flue pipe, or by means of a reed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete three-holed wind instrument, held in the left hand while played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,5 ], "and accompanied by the tabor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,6 ], "the pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,7 ], "a shrill voice or sound, as of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,7,1 ], "a boatswain's pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,7,2 ], "the sound it makes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,8 ], "the respiratory tract or vocal cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,9 ], "a conical hole in the head of an ingot, made by escaping gas as the metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,1,9 ], "cools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,2,1 ], "to play (music) on a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,3,1 ], "to summon or lead by a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,3,2 ], "to utter (something) shrilly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,3,2,1 ], "to signal orders to (the crew) by a boatswain's pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,3,2,2 ], "to signal the arrival or departure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,4,1 ], "to convey (water, gas, etc|) by a pipe or pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,5,1 ], "to provide with pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",1,6,1 ], "to trim (an article, esp| of clothing) with piping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",2,1,1 ], "a large cask for wine, oil, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",2,1,2 ], "U|S| gallons or 105 Brit| gallons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",2,1,2 ], "a measure of capacity for wine equal to four barrels| 1 pipe is equal to 126" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipe",2,1,3 ], "a cask holding this quantity with its contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipeclay",1,1,1 ], "a fine white pure clay, used in the manufacture of tobacco pipes and pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipeclay",1,1,1 ], "and for whitening leather and similar materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipeclay",1,2,1 ], "to whiten with pipeclay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipefish",1,1,1 ], "Syngnathidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pipefish",1,1,1 ], "a long tubelike snout and an elongated body covered with bony plates: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipefish",1,1,1 ], "any of various teleost fishes of the genera Nerophis, Syngnathus, etc|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipefitting",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or process of bending, cutting to length, and joining pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipefitting",1,1,1,2 ], "the branch of plumbing involving this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipefitting",1,1,2 ], "the threaded gland nuts, unions, adapters, etc|, used for joining pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipeline",1,1,1 ], "a long pipe, esp| underground, used to transport oil, natural gas, etc|, over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipeline",1,1,1 ], "long distances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipeline",1,1,2 ], "a medium of communication, esp| a private one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipeline",1,1,3 ], "in the pipeline| in the process of being completed, delivered, or produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipeline",1,2,1 ], "to convey by pipeline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipeline",1,2,2 ], "to supply with a pipeline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piper",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays a pipe or bagpipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piper",1,1,2 ], "control it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piper",1,1,2 ], "pay the piper and call the tune| to bear the cost of an undertaking and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piperaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Piperaceae, a family of pungent tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piperaceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubs and climbing flowering plants: includes pepper, betel, and cubeb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piperazine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline deliquescent heterocyclic nitrogen compound used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piperazine",1,1,1 ], "insecticide, corrosion inhibitor, and veterinary anthelmintic| Formula: C4H10N2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piperidine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid heterocyclic compound with a peppery ammoniacal odour:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piperidine",1,1,1 ], "used in making rubbers and curing epoxy resins| Formula: C5H11N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piperine",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline insoluble alkaloid that is the active ingredient of pepper, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piperine",1,1,1 ], "as a flavouring and as an insecticide| Formula: C17H19NO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piperonal",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H3O2CH2CHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piperonal",1,1,1 ], "a white fragrant aldehyde used in flavourings, perfumery, and suntan lotions|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipes of Pan",1,1,1 ], "another term for panpipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipestone",1,1,1 ], "a variety of consolidated red clay used by American Indians to make tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipestone",1,1,1 ], "pipes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipette",1,1,1 ], "a slender glass tube drawn to a fine bore at one end and usually graduated," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipette",1,1,1 ], "for transferring or measuring out known volumes of liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipette",1,2,1 ], "to transfer or measure out (a liquid) using a pipette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipewort",1,1,1 ], "Scottish Hebrides, and the eastern U|S|, having a twisted flower stalk and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipewort",1,1,1 ], "a perennial plant, Eriocaulon septangulare, of wet places in W Ireland, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipewort",1,1,1 ], "greenish-grey scaly flower head: family Eriocaulaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,1 ], "pipes collectively, esp| pipes formed into a connected system, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,1 ], "plumbing of a house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,2 ], "a cord of icing, whipped cream, etc|, often used to decorate desserts and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,2 ], "cakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,3 ], "a thin strip of covered cord or material, used to edge hems, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,4 ], "the sound of a pipe or a set of bagpipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,5 ], "the art or technique of playing a pipe or bagpipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,1,6 ], "a shrill voice or sound, esp| a whistling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,2,1 ], "making a shrill sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,2,2 ], "instruments, such as the fife or trumpet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,2,2 ], "relating to the pipe (associated with peace), as opposed to martial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piping",1,2,3 ], "piping hot| extremely hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipistrelle",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small bownish insectivorous bats of the genus Pipistrellus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipistrelle",1,1,1 ], "occurring in most parts of the world: family Vespertilionidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipit",1,1,1 ], "any of various songbirds of the genus Anthus and related genera, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipit",1,1,1 ], "brownish speckled plumage and a long tail: family Motacillidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipkin",1,1,1 ], "a small metal or earthenware vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipkin",1,1,2 ], "another name for piggin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pippin",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of eating apple with a rounded oblate shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pippin",1,1,2 ], "the seed of any of these fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipsissewa",1,1,1 ], "any of several ericaceous plants of the Asian and American genus Chimaphila," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pipsissewa",1,1,1 ], "having jagged evergreen leaves and white or pinkish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pipsqueak",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is insignificant or contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piqu",1,1,1 ], "a close-textured fabric of cotton, silk, or spun rayon woven with lengthwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piqu",1,1,1 ], "ribs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piquant",1,1,1 ], "having an agreeably pungent or tart taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piquant",1,1,2 ], "lively or stimulating to the mind," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piquant",1,1,3 ], "cutting or severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pique" ,1, 1, 1],"a feeling of resentment or irritation, as from having one's pride wounded",1). c_DEF([ "pique" ,1, 3, 1],"to cause to feel resentment or irritation",1). c_DEF([ "pique" ,1, 3, 2],"to excite or arouse",1). c_DEF([ "pique" ,1, 3, 3],"(foll| by on or upon) to pride or congratulate (oneself)",1). c_DEF([ "pique",2,1,1 ], "a score of 30 points made by a player while his opponent's score is nil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pique",2,2,1 ], "to score a pique (against someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piquet",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two people playing with a reduced pack and scoring points for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piquet",1,1,1 ], "card combinations and tricks won| sting), a score of 30 points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piracy",1,1,1 ], "robbery on the seas within admiralty jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piracy",1,1,2 ], "a felony, such as robbery or hijacking, committed aboard a ship or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piracy",1,1,3 ], "ideas, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piracy",1,1,3 ], "the unauthorized use or appropriation of patented or copyrighted material," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piragua",1,1,1 ], "another word for pirogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piranha" ,1, 1, 1],"Characidae (characins)",3). c_DEF([ "piranha" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various small freshwater voracious fishes of the genus Serrasalmus and",1). c_DEF([ "piranha" ,1, 1, 1],"related genera, of tropical America, having strong jaws and sharp teeth: family",2). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,1,1 ], "a person who commits piracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,1,1,1 ], "a vessel used by pirates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,1,2 ], "a person who uses or appropriates literary, artistic, or other work of someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,1,2 ], "else illicitly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,1,2,1 ], "a person or group of people who broadcast illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirate",1,2,1 ], "to use, appropriate, or reproduce (artistic work, ideas, etc|) illicitly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirn",1,1,1 ], "a fishing rod or reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirn",1,1,2 ], "(in weaving) the spool of a shuttle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirog",1,1,1 ], "a large pie filled with meat, vegetables etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirogue",1,1,1 ], "any of various kinds of dugout canoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirouette",1,1,1 ], "a body spin, esp| in dancing, on the toes or the ball of the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirouette",1,2,1 ], "to perform a pirouette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pirozhki",1,1,1 ], "small triangular pastries filled with meat, vegetables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pis aller",1,1,1 ], "a last resort; final expedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piscary",1,1,1 ], "a place where fishing takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piscary",1,1,2 ], "the right to fish in certain waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piscatorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to fish, fishing, or fishermen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piscatorial",1,1,2 ], "devoted to fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisci-",1,1,1 ], "fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisciculture",1,1,1 ], "the rearing and breeding of fish under controlled conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piscina",1,1,1 ], "a stone basin, with a drain, in a church or sacristy where water used at Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piscina",1,1,1 ], "is poured away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piscine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piscivorous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pish",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of impatience or contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pish",1,2,1 ], "to make this exclamation at (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pishogue",1,1,1 ], "sorcery; witchcraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisiform",1,1,1 ], "resembling a pea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisiform",1,2,1 ], "a small pea-like bone on the ulnar side of the carpus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisistance",1,1,1 ], "the principal or most outstanding item in a series or creative artist's work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisistance",1,1,2 ], "the main dish of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pismire",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for an ant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisolite",1,1,1 ], "any sedimentary rock consisting of pea-sized concentric formations within a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pisolite",1,1,1 ], "fine matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piss about",1,1,1 ], "to behave in a casual or silly way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss artist",1,1,1 ], "a person who drinks heavily and gets drunk frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss off",1,2,1 ], "to annoy, irritate, or disappoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss off",1,3,1 ], "to go away; depart, often used to dismiss a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss",1,1,1 ], "to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss",1,2,1 ], "to discharge as or in one's urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss",1,3,1 ], "an act of urinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss",1,3,2 ], "urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piss",1,3,3 ], "beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pissed",1,1,1 ], "taboo slang| intoxicated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistachio",1,1,1 ], "an anacardiaceous tree, Pistacia vera, of the Mediterranean region and W Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistachio",1,1,1 ], "with small hard-shelled nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pistachio",1,1,2 ], "the nut of this tree, having an edible green kernel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistachio",1,1,3 ], "the sweet flavour of the pistachio nut, used in ice creams, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistachio",1,2,1 ], "of a yellowish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistareen",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish coin, used in the U|S| and the West Indies until the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piste",1,1,1 ], "a trail, slope, or course for skiing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piste",1,1,2 ], "a rectangular area for fencing bouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistil",1,1,1 ], "or fused carpels; gynoecium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pistil",1,1,1 ], "the female reproductive part of a flower, consisting of one or more separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistillate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having pistils but no anthers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistillate",1,1,2 ], "having or producing pistils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistol grip",1,1,1,1 ], "a handle shaped like the butt of a pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistol grip",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistol" ,1, 1, 1],"a short-barrelled handgun",1). c_DEF([ "pistol" ,1, 1, 2],"hold a pistol to a person's head| to threaten a person in order to force him",1). c_DEF([ "pistol" ,1, 1, 2],"to do what one wants",2). c_DEF([ "pistol" ,1, 3, 1],"(tr|) to shoot with a pistol",1). c_DEF([ "pistol-whip",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) U|S| to beat or strike with a pistol barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistole",1,1,1 ], "any of various gold coins of varying value, formerly used in Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pistoleer",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a soldier, who is armed with or fires a pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piston ring",1,1,1 ], "a piston to provide a spring-loaded seal against the cylinder wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piston ring",1,1,1 ], "a split ring, usually made of cast iron, that fits into a groove on the rim of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piston rod",1,1,1 ], "crosshead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piston rod",1,1,1 ], "the rod that connects the piston of a reciprocating steam engine to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piston rod",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for a connecting rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piston",1,1,1 ], "a disc or cylindrical part that slides to and fro in a hollow cylinder| In an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piston",1,1,1 ], "attached by a pivoted connecting rod to a crankshaft or flywheel, thus converting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "piston",1,1,1 ], "internal-combustion engine it is forced to move by the expanding gases in the cylinder head and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "piston",1,1,1 ], "reciprocating motion into rotation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pit viper",1,1,1 ], "any venomous snake of the New World family Crotalidae, having a heat-sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pit viper",1,1,1 ], "organ in a pit on each side of the head: includes the rattlesnakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a mine or excavation, esp| for coal",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the shaft in a mine",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 1, 3],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 10],"an area of sand or other soft material at the end of a long jump approach,",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 10],"behind the bar of a pole vault, etc|, on which an athlete may land safely",2). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 11],"the ground floor of the auditorium of a theatre",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 12],"a slang word for ,bed or ,bedroom",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 13],"another word for ,pitfall ,1,2",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 14],"dig a pit for| try to ensnare or trick",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 1],"a large, usually deep opening in the ground",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 2],"a concealed danger or difficulty",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 3],"the pit| hell",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 4],"the area that is occupied by the orchestra in a theatre, located in front of",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 4],"the stage",2). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"a small natural depression on the surface of a body, organ, structure, or",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"part; fossa",2). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"the floor of any natural bodily cavity",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 5],"an enclosure for fighting animals or birds, esp| gamecocks",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 6],"a small indented scar at the site of a former pustule; pockmark",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 7],"any of various small areas in a plant cell wall that remain unthickened when",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 7],"the rest of the cell becomes lignified",2). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 8],"a working area at the side of a motor-racing track for servicing or refuelling",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 8],"vehicles",2). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 9],"a section on the floor of a commodity exchange devoted to a special line of",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 1, 9],"trading",2). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 2, 2],"often foll| by against) to match in opposition, esp| as antagonists",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 2, 3],"to mark or become marked with pits",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,1, 2, 4],"to place or bury in a pit",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,2, 1, 1],"the stone of a cherry, plum, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pit" ,2, 2, 1],"to extract the stone from (a fruit)",1). c_DEF([ "pit",3,1,1 ], "a rowdy card game in which players bid for commodities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pita",1,1,1 ], "any of several agave plants yielding a strong fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pita",1,1,2 ], "a species of pineapple, Ananas magdalenae, the leaves of which yield a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pita",1,1,2 ], "fibre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pita",1,1,3 ], "the fibre obtained from any of these plants, used in making cordage and paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitapat" ,1, 1, 1],"with quick light taps or beats",1). c_DEF([ "pitapat" ,1, 2, 1],"to make quick light taps or beats",1). c_DEF([ "pitapat" ,1, 3, 1],"such taps or beats",1). c_DEF([ "pitch accent",1,1,1 ], "(in languages such as Ancient Greek or modern Swedish) an accent in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch accent",1,1,1 ], "emphatic syllables are pronounced on a higher musical pitch relative to other syllables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch circle",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary circle passing through the teeth of a gearwheel, concentric with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch circle",1,1,1 ], "similar circle around a mating gearwheel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pitch circle",1,1,1 ], "the gearwheel, and having a radius that would enable it to be in contact with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch in",1,1,1 ], "to cooperate or contribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch in",1,1,2 ], "to begin energetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch into",1,1,1 ], "to assail physically or verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch into",1,1,2 ], "to get on with doing (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch on",1,1,1 ], "to determine or decide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch pine",1,1,1 ], "America, having red-brown bark and long lustrous light brown cones: valued as a source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch pine",1,1,1 ], "any of various coniferous trees of the genus Pinus, esp| P| rigida, of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch pine",1,1,1 ], "of turpentine and pitch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pitch pine",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch pipe",1,1,1 ], "a small pipe, esp| one having a reed like a harmonica, that sounds a note or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch pipe",1,1,1 ], "for unaccompanied singing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pitch pipe",1,1,1 ], "notes of standard frequency| It is used for establishing the correct starting note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,1,1 ], "to hurl or throw (something); cast; fling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,1,2 ], "to set up (a camp, tent, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,10,1 ], "(in golf, etc|) to hit (a ball) steeply into the air, esp| with backspin to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,10,1 ], "minimize roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,11,1,1 ], "to sing or play accurately (a note, interval, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,11,1,2 ], "(of a wind instrument) to specify or indicate its basic key or harmonic series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,11,1,2 ], "by its size, manufacture, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,12,1 ], "to lead (a suit) and so determine trumps for that trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,12,2 ], "(used with it as subject) to snow without the settled snow melting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,12,3 ], "in there pitching| U|S| informal| taking part with enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,12,4 ], "pitch a tale to tell a story, usually of a fantastic nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,1 ], "the degree of elevation or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,1,1 ], "the angle of descent of a downward slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,1,2 ], "such a slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,10 ], "another name for seven-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,11 ], "the act or manner of pitching a ball, as in cricket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,12 ], "a vendor's station, esp| on a pavement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,13 ], "a persuasive sales talk, esp| one routinely repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,14 ], "(in many sports) the field of play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,15 ], "an approach shot in which the ball is struck in a high arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,16 ], "make a pitch for| U|S| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,16,1 ], "to give verbal support to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,16,2 ], "to attempt to attract someone sexually or romantically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,17 ], "queer someone's pitch| Brit| informal| to upset the plans of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,2 ], "the extreme height or depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,3 ], "a section of a route up a slope between two belay points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,4 ], "span" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,4 ], "the degree of slope of a roof, esp| when expressed as a ratio of height to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,5 ], "regular form, esp| the distance between teeth on a gearwheel or between threads on a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,5 ], "screw thread" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,5 ], "the distance between corresponding points on adjacent members of a body of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,6 ], "the distance between regularly spaced objects such as rivets, bolts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7 ], "the pitching motion of a ship, missile, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,1 ], "the auditory property of a note that is conditioned by its frequency relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,1 ], "the distance a propeller advances in one revolution, assuming no slip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,1 ], "to other notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,2 ], "1939" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,2 ], "an absolute frequency assigned to a specific note, fixing the relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,2 ], "frequencies of all other notes|The fundamental frequencies of the notes A-G, in accordance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,2 ], "the blade angle of a propeller or rotor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,7,2 ], "with the frequency A = 440 hertz, were internationally standardized and accepted in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,8 ], "the rectangular area between the stumps, 22 yards long and 10 feet wide; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,8 ], "wicket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,9 ], "the inclination of the axis of an anticline or syncline or of a stratum or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,13,9 ], "vein from the horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,2,1 ], "to place or thrust (a stake, etc|) into the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,3,1 ], "to move vigorously or irregularly to and fro or up and down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,4,1 ], "to set the level, character, or slope of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,5,1 ], "to slope downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,6,1 ], "to fall forwards or downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,7,1 ], "(of a vessel) to alternatively dip and raise its bow and stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,8,1 ], "to bowl (a ball) so that it bounces near the batsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,9,1 ], "(of a missile, aircraft, etc|) to deviate from a stable flight attitude by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",1,9,1 ], "movement of the longitudinal axis about the lateral axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,1,1 ], "any of various heavy dark viscid substances obtained as a residue from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,1,1 ], "distillation of tars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,1,2 ], "any of various similar substances, such as asphalt, occurring as natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,1,2 ], "deposits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,1,3 ], "any of various similar substances obtained by distilling certain organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,1,3 ], "substances so that they are incompletely carbonized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,1,4 ], "crude turpentine obtained as sap from pine trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch",2,2,1 ], "to apply pitch to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch-and-toss",1,1,1 ], "a game of skill and chance in which the player who pitches a coin nearest to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch-and-toss",1,1,1 ], "mark has the first chance to toss all the coins, winning those that land heads up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitch-black",1,1,1 ], "extremely dark; unlit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch-black",1,1,2 ], "of a deep black colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitch-dark",1,1,1 ], "extremely or completely dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchblende",1,1,1 ], "a blackish mineral that is a type of uraninite and occurs in veins, frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchblende",1,1,1 ], "associated with silver: the principal source of uranium and radium| Formula: UO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitched battle",1,1,1 ], "a battle ensuing from the deliberate choice of time and place, engaging all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitched battle",1,1,1 ], "the planned resources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitched battle",1,1,2 ], "any fierce encounter, esp| one with large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher plant",1,1,1 ], "Darlingtonia, having leaves modified to form pitcher-like organs that attract and trap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher plant",1,1,1 ], "any of various insectivorous plants of the genera Sarracenia, Nepenthes, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher plant",1,1,1 ], "insects, which are then digested" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher",1,1,1 ], "a large jug, usually rounded with a narrow neck and often of earthenware, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher",1,1,1 ], "mainly for holding water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher",1,1,2 ], "any of the urn-shaped leaves of the pitcher plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher",2,1,1 ], "the player on the fielding team who pitches the ball to the batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher",2,1,2 ], "an iron with a steep-angled head, similar to a niblick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitcher",2,1,3 ], "a granite stone used in paving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchfork",1,1,1 ], "a long-handled fork with two long curved tines for lifting, turning, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchfork",1,1,1 ], "tossing hay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitchfork",1,2,1 ], "to use a pitchfork on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchfork",1,2,2 ], "to thrust (someone) unwillingly into a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitching tool",1,1,1 ], "a masonry chisel for rough work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchman",1,1,1 ], "an itinerant pedlar of small merchandise who operates from a stand at a fair," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchman",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitchman",1,1,2 ], "any high-pressure salesman or advertiser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument embodying a clinometer, for measuring the pitch of a ship's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchometer",1,1,1 ], "propeller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitchstone",1,1,1 ], "a dark glassy acid volcanic rock similar in composition to granite, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchstone",1,1,1 ], "intruded as dykes, sills, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitchy",1,1,1 ], "pitchier, pitchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchy",1,1,2 ], "full of or covered with pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitchy",1,1,3 ], "resembling pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piteous",1,1,1 ], "exciting or deserving pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piteous",1,1,2 ], "having or expressing pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitfall",1,1,1 ], "an unsuspected difficulty or danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitfall",1,1,2 ], "a trap in the form of a concealed pit, designed to catch men or wild animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith helmet",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight hat made of pith that protects the wearer from the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,1,1 ], "orange and grapefruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,1,1 ], "the soft fibrous tissue lining the inside of the rind in fruits such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,1,2 ], "the essential or important part, point, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,1,3 ], "weight; substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,1,4 ], "stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,1,4 ], "the central core of unspecialized cells surrounded by conducting tissue in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,1,5 ], "the soft central part of a bone, feather, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,2,1 ], "severing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,2,1 ], "to destroy the brain and spinal cord of (a laboratory animal) by piercing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,2,2 ], "to kill (animals) by severing the spinal cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pith",1,2,3 ], "to remove the pith from (a plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pithead",1,1,1 ], "around it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pithead",1,1,1 ], "the top of a mine shaft and the buildings, hoisting gear, etc|, situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pithecanthropus",1,1,1 ], "any primitive apelike man of the former genus Pithecanthropus, now included in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pithecanthropus",1,1,1 ], "the genus Homo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pithos",1,1,1 ], "a large ceramic container for oil or grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pithy",1,1,1 ], "pithier, pithiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pithy",1,1,2 ], "terse and full of meaning or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pithy",1,1,3 ], "of, resembling, or full of pith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitiable",1,1,1 ], "exciting or deserving pity or contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitiful",1,1,1 ], "arousing or deserving pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitiful",1,1,2 ], "arousing or deserving contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitiful",1,1,3 ], "full of pity or compassion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitiless",1,1,1 ], "having or showing little or no pity or mercy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitman",1,1,1 ], "a person who works down a mine, esp| a coal-miner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piton",1,1,1 ], "a metal spike that may be driven into a crevice and used to secure a rope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "piton",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitsaw",1,1,1 ], "a large saw formerly used for cutting logs into planks, operated by two men," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitsaw",1,1,1 ], "one standing on top of the log and the other in a pit underneath it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pitta",1,1,1 ], "a flat rounded slightly leavened bread, originally from the Middle East, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitta",1,1,1 ], "a hollow inside like a pocket, which can be filled with food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pittance",1,1,1 ], "a small amount or portion, esp| a meagre allowance of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitter-patter",1,1,1 ], "the sound of light rapid taps or pats, as of raindrops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitter-patter",1,2,1 ], "to make such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pitter-patter",1,3,1 ], "with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary extract",1,1,1 ], "a preparation of the pituitary gland, used in medicine for the therapeutic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary extract",1,1,1 ], "effects of its hormones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary gland",1,1,1 ], "endocrine glands" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary gland",1,1,1 ], "skeletal growth, development of the sex glands, and the functioning of the other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary gland",1,1,1 ], "the master endocrine gland, attached by a stalk to the base of the brain| Its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary gland",1,1,1 ], "two lobes (see adenohypophysis and neurohypophysis) secrete hormones affecting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the pituitary gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pituitary",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to phlegm or mucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pituri",1,1,1 ], "an Australian solanaceous shrub, Duboisia hopwoodi, the leaves of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pituri",1,1,1 ], "the source of a narcotic used by the Aborigines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pity" ,1, 1, 1],"sympathy or sorrow felt for the sufferings of another",1). c_DEF([ "pity" ,1, 1, 2],"have ,pity on| to have sympathy or show mercy for",1). c_DEF([ "pity" ,1, 1, 3],"something that causes regret or pity",1). c_DEF([ "pity" ,1, 1, 4],"an unfortunate chance",1). c_DEF([ "pity" ,1, 2, 2],"to feel pity (for)",1). c_DEF([ "pityriasis",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of skin diseases characterized by the shedding of dry flakes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pityriasis",1,1,1 ], "skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pityriasis",1,1,2 ], "a similar skin disease of certain domestic animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivot bridge",1,1,1 ], "another name for swing bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivot",1,1,1 ], "a short shaft or pin supporting something that turns; fulcrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivot",1,1,2 ], "the end of a shaft or arbor that terminates in a bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivot",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing upon which progress, success, etc|, depends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivot",1,1,4 ], "the person or position from which a military formation takes its reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivot",1,1,4 ], "when altering position, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pivot",1,2,1 ], "to mount on or provide with a pivot or pivots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivot",1,3,1 ], "to turn on or as if on a pivot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivotal",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or acting as a pivot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pivotal",1,1,2 ], "of crucial importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pix",1,1,1 ], "photographs; prints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pix",2,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of pyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pixie",1,1,1 ], "(in folklore) a fairy or elf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pixilated",1,1,1 ], "eccentric or whimsical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pixilated",1,1,2 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pize",1,1,1 ], "to strike (someone a blow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pizza",1,1,1 ], "a dish of Italian origin consisting of a baked disc of dough covered with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pizza",1,1,1 ], "cheese and tomatoes, usually with the addition of mushrooms, anchovies, sausage, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pizza",1,1,1 ], "ham" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pizzeria",1,1,1 ], "a place where pizzas are made, sold, or eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pizzicato",1,2,1 ], "(in music for the violin family) to be plucked with the finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pizzicato",1,3,1 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pizzicato",1,3,1 ], "the style or technique of playing a normally bowed stringed instrument in this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pizzle",1,1,1 ], "the penis of an animal, esp| a bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pizz|",1,1,1 ], "pizzicato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pkg|",1,1,1 ], "package" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pkt|",1,1,1 ], "packet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pk|",1,1,1 ], "pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pk|",1,1,2 ], "park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pk|",1,1,3 ], "peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placable",1,1,1 ], "easily placated or appeased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placard",1,1,1 ], "a printed or written notice for public display; poster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placard",1,1,2 ], "a small plaque or card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placard",1,2,1 ], "to post placards on or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placard",1,2,2 ], "to publicize or advertise by placards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placard",1,2,3 ], "to display as a placard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placate",1,1,1 ], "to pacify or appease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placatory",1,1,1 ], "placating or intended to placate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place card",1,1,1 ], "a card placed on a dinner table before a seat, as at a formal dinner," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place card",1,1,1 ], "indicating the name of the person who is to sit there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "place kick" ,1, 1, 1],"a kick in which the ball is placed in position before it is kicked",1). c_DEF([ "place kick" ,1, 2, 2],"to kick (a ball) using a place kick",1). c_DEF([ "place name",1,1,1 ], "the name of a geographical location, such as a town or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place setting",1,1,1 ], "dining table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "place setting",1,1,1 ], "the set of items of cutlery, crockery, and glassware laid for one person at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,1 ], "a particular point or part of space or of a surface, esp| that occupied by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,1 ], "person or thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,10 ], "place, in place)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,10 ], "suitable, appropriate, or customary surroundings (esp| in the phrases out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,11 ], "right, prerogative, or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,12 ], "appointment, position, or job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,13 ], "position, condition, or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,13,1 ], "a space or seat, as at a dining table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,13,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,14 ], "the relative position of a digit in a number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,15 ], "any of the best times in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,16 ], "the first, second, or third position at the finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,16,2 ], "U|S| the first or usually the second position at the finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,16,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,17 ], "one of the three unities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,18 ], "an important position, rank, or role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,19 ], "all over the place| in disorder or disarray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,2 ], "a geographical point, such as a town, city, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,20 ], "another place| Brit|, Parliamentary procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,20,1 ], "(in the House of Commons) the House of Lords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,20,2 ], "(in the House of Lords) the House of Commons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,21 ], "give place to make room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,22 ], "(for) or be superceded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,23 ], "(by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,24 ], "go places| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,24,1 ], "to travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,24,2 ], "to become successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,25 ], "in place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,25,1 ], "instead of; in lieu of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,25,2 ], "in exchange for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,26 ], "know one's place| to be aware of one's inferior position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,27 ], "pride of place| the highest or foremost position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,28 ], "forward, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,28 ], "put someone in his place| to humble someone who is arrogant, conceited," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,29 ], "take one's place| to take up one's usual or specified position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,3 ], "a position or rank in a sequence or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,3,1 ], "an open square lined with houses of a similar type in a city or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,3,2 ], "Grosvenor Place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,30 ], "take the place of| to be a substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,31 ], "take place| to happen or occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,32 ], "the other place| Facetious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,32,1 ], "(at Oxford university) Cambridge university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,32,2 ], "(at Cambridge university) Oxford university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,4 ], "space or room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,5 ], "a house or living quarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,6 ], "any building or area set aside for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,7 ], "a passage in a book, play, film, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,8 ], "proper or appropriate position or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,1,9 ], "right or original position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,1 ], "to put or set in a particular or appropriate place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,10 ], "third, or sometimes fourth place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,10 ], "to cause (a racehorse, greyhound, athlete, etc|) to arrive in first, second," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,2 ], "to find or indicate the place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,3 ], "to identify or classify by linking with an appropriate context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,4 ], "to regard or view as being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,5 ], "to make (an order, bet, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,6 ], "to find a home or job for (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,7 ], "to appoint to an office or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,8 ], "(often foll| by with) to put under the care (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,2,9 ], "to direct or aim carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,3,1 ], "(of a racehorse, greyhound, etc|) to finish among the first three in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,3,1 ], "contest, esp| in second position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,3,2 ], "to invest (funds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,3,3 ], "to sing (a note) with accuracy of pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "place",1,3,4 ], "to insert (an advertisement) in a newspaper, journal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placebo effect",1,1,1 ], "a positive therapeutic effect claimed by a patient after receiving a placebo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placebo effect",1,1,1 ], "believed by him to be an active drug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "placebo",1,1,1 ], "an inactive substance administered to a patient who insists on receiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placebo",1,1,1 ], "investigation of the efficacy of an active drug" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "placebo",1,1,1 ], "medication or who would benefit by the psychological deception or who is used in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "placebo",1,1,2 ], "something said or done to please or humour another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placebo",1,1,3 ], "a traditional name for the vespers of the office for the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placeman",1,1,1 ], "rare and derogatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placeman",1,1,2 ], "a person who holds a public office, esp| for private profit and as a reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placeman",1,1,2 ], "for political support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "placement",1,1,1 ], "the act of placing or the state of being placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placement",1,1,2 ], "arrangement or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placement",1,1,3 ], "the process or business of finding employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placenta",1,1,1 ], "circulation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "placenta",1,1,1 ], "consisting of both maternal and embryonic tissues and providing oxygen and nutrients for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "placenta",1,1,1 ], "the fetus and transfer of waste products from the fetal to the maternal blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "placenta",1,1,1 ], "the vascular organ formed in the uterus of most mammals during pregnancy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placenta",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding organ or part in certain other mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placenta",1,1,2,1 ], "the part of the ovary of flowering plants to which the ovules are attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placenta",1,1,2,2 ], "the mass of tissue in nonflowering plants that bears the sporangia or spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placental",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of animals) having a placenta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placentation",1,1,1 ], "the way in which ovules are attached in the ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placentation",1,1,1,1 ], "the way in which the placenta is attached in the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placentation",1,1,1,2 ], "the process of formation of the placenta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placer",1,1,1,1 ], "surface sediment containing particles of gold or some other valuable mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placet",1,1,1 ], "a vote or expression of assent by saying the word placet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placid",1,1,1 ], "having a calm appearance or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placket",1,1,1 ], "a piece of cloth sewn in under a closure with buttons, hooks and eyes, zips," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placket",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "placket",1,1,2 ], "the closure itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placoderm",1,1,1 ], "Silurian to Permian times: thought to have been the earliest vertebrates with jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "placoderm",1,1,1 ], "any extinct bony-plated fishlike vertebrate of the class Placodermi, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placoid",1,1,1 ], "platelike or flattened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placoid",1,1,2 ], "(of the scales of sharks and other elasmobranchs) toothlike; composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "placoid",1,1,2 ], "dentine with an enamel tip and basal pulp cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plafond",1,1,1 ], "a ceiling, esp| one having ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plafond",2,1,1 ], "a card game, a precursor of contract bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagal",1,1,1 ], "(of a cadence) progressing from the subdominant to the tonic chord, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagal",1,1,1 ], "Amen of a hymn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plagal",1,1,2 ], "(of a mode) commencing upon the dominant of an authentic mode, but sharing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagal",1,1,2 ], "before the name of their authentic counterparts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plagal",1,1,2 ], "same final as the authentic mode| Plagal modes are designated by the prefix Hypo-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plage",1,1,1 ], "another name for flocculus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagiarism",1,1,1 ], "the act of plagiarizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagiarism",1,1,2 ], "something plagiarized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagiarize",1,1,1 ], "to appropriate (ideas, passages, etc|) from (another work or author)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagiary",1,1,1 ], "a person who plagiarizes or a piece of plagiarism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagio-",1,1,1 ], "slanting, inclining, or oblique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagioclase",1,1,1 ], "a series of feldspar minerals consisting of a mixture of sodium and calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagioclase",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicates in triclinic crystalline form: includes albite, oligoclase, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plagioclase",1,1,1 ], "labradorite" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plagioclimax",1,1,1 ], "factor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plagioclimax",1,1,1 ], "the climax stage of a community, influenced by man or some other outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plagiotropism",1,1,1 ], "the growth of a plant at an angle to the vertical in response to a stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 1],"any widespread and usually highly contagious disease with a high fatality",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 1],"rate",2). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 2],"an infectious disease of rodents, esp| rats, transmitted to man by the bite of",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 2],"the rat flea (Xenopsylla cheopis)",2). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 3],"something that afflicts or harasses",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 4],"an annoyance or nuisance",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 5],"a pestilence, affliction, or calamity on a large scale| esp| when regarded as",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 5],"sent by God",2). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 1, 6],"used to express annoyance, disgust, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 3, 1],"to afflict or harass",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 3, 2],"to bring down a plague upon",1). c_DEF([ "plague" ,1, 3, 3],"to annoy",1). c_DEF([ "plaguy",1,1,1 ], "disagreeable or vexing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaguy",1,2,1 ], "disagreeably or annoyingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaice",1,1,1 ], "a European flatfish, Pleuronectes platessa, having an oval brown body marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaice",1,1,1 ], "with red or orange spots and valued as a food fish: family Pleuronectidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaice",1,1,2 ], "any of various other fishes of the family Pleuronectidae, esp| Hippoglossoides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaice",1,1,2 ], "platessoides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaid",1,1,1 ], "Highland costume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaid",1,1,1 ], "a long piece of cloth of a tartan pattern, worn over the shoulder as part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaid",1,1,1,1 ], "a crisscross weave or cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaid",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain chocolate",1,1,1 ], "chocolate with a slightly bitter flavour and dark colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain clothes",1,1,1,1 ], "on duty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plain clothes",1,1,1,1 ], "ordinary clothes, as distinguished from uniform, as worn by a police detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain clothes",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain sailing",1,1,1 ], "smooth or easy progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain sailing",1,1,2 ], "sailing in a body of water that is unobstructed; clear sailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain text",1,1,1 ], "a message set in a directly readable form rather than in coded groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 10],"of or done in plain",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 1],"flat or smooth; level",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 2],"not complicated; clear",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 3],"not difficult; simple or easy",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 4],"honest or straightforward",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 5],"lowly, esp| in social rank or education",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 6],"without adornment or show",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 7],"(of fabric) without pattern or of simple untwilled weave",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 8],"not attractive",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 1, 9],"not mixed; simple",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 2, 1],"a level or almost level tract of country, esp| an extensive treeless region",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 2, 2],"a simple stitch in knitting",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 2, 3, 1],"the unmarked white ball, as distinguished from the spot balls",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 2, 3, 2],"the player using this ball",1). c_DEF([ "plain" ,1, 2, 3],"(in billiards)",1). c_DEF([ "plain",2,1,1 ], "a dialect or poetic word for complain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain-laid",1,1,1 ], "(of a cable or rope) made of three strands twisted together in the usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plain-laid",1,1,1 ], "right-handed direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plain-spoken",1,1,1 ], "candid; frank; blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plainchant",1,1,1 ], "another name for plainsong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plains",1,1,1 ], "extensive tracts of level or almost level treeless countryside; prairies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plainsman",1,1,1 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plainsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in a plains region, esp| in the Great Plains of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plainsong",1,1,1 ], "esp| in Gregorian chant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plainsong",1,1,1 ], "the style of unison unaccompanied vocal music used in the medieval Church," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaint",1,1,1 ], "a complaint or lamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaint",1,1,2 ], "a statement in writing of grounds of complaint made to a court of law and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaint",1,1,2 ], "asking for redress of the grievance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaintiff",1,1,1 ], "a person who brings a civil action in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaintive",1,1,1 ], "expressing melancholy; mournful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaister",1,1,1 ], "plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plait",1,1,1 ], "a length of hair, etc|, that has been plaited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plait",1,1,2 ], "a loaf of bread of several twisting or intertwining parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plait",1,1,3 ], "a rare spelling of pleat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plait",1,2,1 ], "to intertwine (strands or strips) in a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 1, 1],"a detailed scheme, method, etc|, for attaining an objective",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 1, 2],"a proposed, usually tentative idea for doing something",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 1, 3],"a drawing to scale of a horizontal section through a building taken at a given",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 1, 3],"level",2). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 1, 4],"an outline, sketch, etc",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 1, 5],"(in perspective drawing) any of several imaginary planes perpendicular to the",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 1, 5],"line of vision and between the eye and object depicted",2). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 2, 1],"to form a plan (for) or make plans (for)",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 2, 2],"to make a plan of (a building)",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|; takes a clause as object or an infinitive) to have in mind as a purpose;",1). c_DEF([ "plan" ,1, 2, 3],"intend",2). c_DEF([ "planar process",1,1,1 ], "a method of producing diffused junctions in semiconductor devices| A pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planar process",1,1,1 ], "impurities are diffused through the holes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "planar process",1,1,1 ], "of holes is etched into an oxide layer formed on a silicon substrate, into which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planar",1,1,2 ], "lying in one plane; flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planarian",1,1,1 ], "Tricladida, having a three-branched intestine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planarian",1,1,1 ], "any free-living turbellarian flatworm of the mostly aquatic suborder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planation",1,1,1 ], "the erosion of a land surface until it is basically flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planchet",1,1,1 ], "a piece of metal ready to be stamped as a coin, medal, etc|; flan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planchette",1,1,1 ], "a heart-shaped board on wheels with a pencil attached that writes messages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planchette",1,1,1 ], "under supposed spirit guidance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane angle",1,1,1 ], "an angle between two intersecting lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane chart",1,1,1 ], "a chart used in plane sailing, in which the lines of latitude and longitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane chart",1,1,1 ], "are straight and parallel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane geometry",1,1,1 ], "figures, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane geometry",1,1,1 ], "the study of the properties of and relationships between plane curves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane polarization",1,1,1 ], "a type of polarization in which waves of light or other electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane polarization",1,1,1 ], "radiation are restricted to vibration in a single plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane sailing",1,1,1 ], "navigation without reference to the earth's curvature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane surveying",1,1,1 ], "curvature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane surveying",1,1,1 ], "the surveying of areas of limited size, making no corrections for the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane table" ,1, 1, 1],"a surveying instrument consisting of a drawing board mounted on adjustable",1). c_DEF([ "plane table" ,1, 1, 1],"legs, and used in the field for plotting measurements directly",2). c_DEF([ "plane table" ,1, 2, 2],"to survey (a plot of land) using a plane table",1). c_DEF([ "plane tree",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the genus Platanus, having ball-shaped heads of fruits and leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane tree",1,1,1 ], "planted in towns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plane tree",1,1,1 ], "with pointed lobes: family Platanaceae| The hybrid P| hispanica is frequently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,1,1 ], "a flat surface in which a straight line joining any two of its points lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,1,1 ], "entirely on that surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,1,2 ], "a flat or level surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,1,3 ], "a level of existence, performance, attainment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,1,3,1 ], "short for aeroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,1,3,2 ], "an aerofoil or supporting surface of an aircraft or hydroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,2,1 ], "level or flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,2,2 ], "(of a curve, figure, etc|) lying entirely in one plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,3,1 ], "to fly without moving wings or using engines; glide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,3,2 ], "(of a boat) to rise partly and skim over the water when moving at a certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,3,2 ], "speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane",1,3,3 ], "to travel by aeroplane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,1,1 ], "a tool with an adjustable sharpened steel blade set obliquely in a wooden or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,1,1 ], "iron body, for levelling or smoothing timber surfaces, cutting mouldings or grooves," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,1,2 ], "a flat tool, usually metal, for smoothing the surface of clay or plaster in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,1,2 ], "mould" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,2,1 ], "similar tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,2,1 ], "to level, smooth, or cut (timber, wooden articles, etc|) using a plane or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plane",2,3,1 ], "to remove using a plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planer",1,1,1 ], "a machine with a cutting tool that makes repeated horizontal strokes across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planer",1,1,1 ], "the surface of a workpiece: used to cut flat surfaces into metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planer",1,1,2 ], "a machine for planing wood, esp| one in which the cutting blades are mounted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planer",1,1,2 ], "on a rotating drum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planer",1,1,3 ], "a flat piece of wood used to level type in a chase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planer",1,1,4 ], "any person or thing that planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planet wheel",1,1,1 ], "any one of the wheels of an epicyclic gear train that orbits the central axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planet wheel",1,1,1 ], "of the train" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planet",1,1,1 ], "Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, or Pluto, that revolve around the sun in elliptical orbits and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planet",1,1,1 ], "any of the nine celestial bodies, Mercury, Venus, earth, Mars, Jupiter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planet",1,1,1 ], "are illuminated by light from the sun" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "planet",1,1,2 ], "any celestial body revolving around a star, illuminated by light from that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planet",1,1,2 ], "star" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planet",1,1,3 ], "any of the planets of the solar system, excluding the earth but including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planet",1,1,3 ], "sun and moon, each thought to rule one or sometimes two signs of the zodiac" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planet-struck",1,1,1 ], "affected by the influence of a planet, esp| malignly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planetarium",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for simulating the apparent motions of the sun, moon, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planetarium",1,1,1 ], "onto the inside of a domed ceiling" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "planetarium",1,1,1 ], "planets against a background of constellations by projecting images of these bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planetarium",1,1,2 ], "a building in which such an instrument is housed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planetarium",1,1,3 ], "a model of the solar system, sometimes mechanized to show the relative motions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planetarium",1,1,3 ], "of the planets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planetary nebula",1,1,1 ], "a very faint hot star surrounded by an expanding envelope of tenuous ionized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planetary nebula",1,1,1 ], "gases, mainly hydrogen, that emit a fluorescent glow because of intense short-wave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planetary nebula",1,1,1 ], "radiation from the star" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to a planet",1). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 1, 2],"mundane; terrestrial",1). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 1, 3],"wandering or erratic",1). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 1, 4],"under the influence of one of the planets",1). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 1, 5],"(of a gear, esp| an epicyclic gear) having an axis that rotates around that of",1). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 1, 5],"another gear",2). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 1, 6],"(of an electron) having an orbit around the nucleus of an atom",1). c_DEF([ "planetary" ,1, 2, 2],"a train of planetary gears",1). c_DEF([ "planetesimal hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "small bodies (planetesimals) to be drawn from the sun, eventually coalescing to form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planetesimal hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "the discredited theory that the close passage of a star to the sun caused many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planetesimal hypothesis",1,1,1 ], "the planets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "planetoid",1,1,1 ], "another name for asteroid ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planform",1,1,1 ], "the outline or silhouette of an object, esp| an aircraft, as seen from above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plangent",1,1,1 ], "having a loud deep sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plangent",1,1,2 ], "resonant and mournful in sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planimeter",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical integrating instrument for measuring the area of an irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planimeter",1,1,1 ], "around the perimeter of the figure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "planimeter",1,1,1 ], "plane figure, such as the area under a curve, by moving a point attached to an arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planimetry",1,1,1 ], "the measurement of plane areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planish",1,1,1 ], "smooth surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planish",1,1,1 ], "to give a final finish to (metal, etc|) by hammering or rolling to produce a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planisphere",1,1,1 ], "a projection or representation of all or part of a sphere on a plane surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planisphere",1,1,1 ], "such as a polar projection of the celestial sphere onto a chart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,1,1 ], "a stout length of sawn timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,1,2 ], "something that supports or sustains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,1,3 ], "one of the policies in a political party's programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,1,4 ], "end of a plank jutting out over the water from the side of a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,1,4 ], "walk the plank| to be forced by pirates, etc|, to walk to one's death off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,2,1 ], "to cover or provide (an area) with planks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,3,1 ], "to beat (meat, etc|) to make it tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plank",1,4,1 ], "to cook or serve (meat or fish) on a special wooden board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plank-sheer",1,1,1 ], "a plank or timber covering the upper ends of the frames of a wooden vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planking",1,1,1 ], "a number of planks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plankton",1,1,1 ], "small drifting plants and animals, such as diatoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plankton",1,1,1 ], "the organisms inhabiting the surface layer of a sea or lake, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planning blight",1,1,1 ], "development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planning blight",1,1,1 ], "the harmful effects on property values caused by uncertainty about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plano-",1,1,1 ], "indicating flatness or planeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plano-concave",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens) having one side concave and the other side plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plano-convex",1,1,1 ], "(of a lens) having one side convex and the other side plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planogamete",1,1,1 ], "a motile gamete, such as a spermatozoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planography",1,1,1 ], "any process, such as lithography, for printing from a flat surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planometer",1,1,1 ], "a flat metal plate used for directly testing the flatness of metal surfaces in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planometer",1,1,1 ], "accurate metalwork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planosol",1,1,1 ], "a type of intrazonal soil of humid or subhumid uplands having a strongly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planosol",1,1,1 ], "leached upper layer overlying a clay hardpan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plant kingdom",1,1,1 ], "a category of living organisms comprising all plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant louse",1,1,1 ], "another name for an aphid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant louse",1,1,2 ], "family Psyllidae (or Chermidae), having hind legs adapted for leaping, and feeding on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plant louse",1,1,2 ], "jumping plant louse| any small active cicada-like insect of the homopterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant louse",1,1,2 ], "plant juices" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,1 ], "any living organism that typically synthesizes its food from inorganic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,1 ], "locomotion" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,1 ], "stimulus, lacks specialized sense organs and nervous system, and has no powers of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,1 ], "substances, possesses cellulose cell walls, responds slowly and often permanently to a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,2 ], "a herb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,2 ], "such an organism that is green, terrestrial, and smaller than a shrub or tree;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,3 ], "a cutting, seedling, or similar structure, esp| when ready for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,3 ], "transplantation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,3,1 ], "a factory or works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,3,2 ], "specialized mechanical apparatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,3,3 ], "Austral| portable equipment, as used by a bushworker, cattle drover, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,4 ], "a thing positioned secretly for discovery by another, esp| in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,4 ], "incriminate an innocent person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,5 ], "a position in which the cue ball can be made to strike an intermediate which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,1,5 ], "then pockets another ball|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to set (seeds, crops, etc|) into (ground) to grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,2 ], "to place firmly in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,3 ], "to establish; found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,4 ], "to implant in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,5 ], "to deliver (a blow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,6 ], "to position or hide, esp| in order to deceive or observe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,7 ], "to place (young fish, oysters, spawn, etc|) in (a lake, river, etc|) in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plant",1,2,7 ], "to stock the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plantain lily",1,1,1 ], "any of several Asian plants of the liliaceous genus Hosta, having broad ribbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantain lily",1,1,1 ], "leaves and clusters of white, blue, or lilac flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plantain",1,1,1 ], "Plantaginaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plantain",1,1,1 ], "any of various N temperate plants of the genus Plantago, esp| P| major , which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantain",1,1,1 ], "has a rosette of broad leaves and a slender spike of small greenish flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plantain",2,1,1 ], "a large tropical musaceous plant, Musa paradisiaca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantain",2,1,2 ], "many tropical regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plantain",2,1,2 ], "the green-skinned banana-like fruit of this plant, eaten as a staple food in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantain-eater",1,1,1 ], "another name for touraco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantar",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring on the sole of the foot or a corresponding part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantation",1,1,1 ], "an estate, esp| in tropical countries, where cash crops such as rubber, oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantation",1,1,1 ], "palm, etc|, are grown on a large scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plantation",1,1,2 ], "a group of cultivated trees or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantation",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a colony or group of settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantation",1,1,4 ], "the planting of seeds, shoots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planter",1,1,1 ], "the owner or manager of a plantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planter",1,1,2 ], "a machine designed for rapid, uniform, and efficient planting of seeds in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planter",1,1,2 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "planter",1,1,3 ], "a colonizer or settler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "planter",1,1,4 ], "a decorative pot or stand for house plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantigrade",1,1,1 ], "man and bears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plantigrade",1,1,1 ], "walking with the entire sole of the foot touching the ground, as, for example," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantigrade",1,2,1 ], "a plantigrade animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plantocracy",1,1,1 ], "a ruling social class composed of planters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental or commemorative inscribed tablet or plate of porcelain, wood," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,2 ], "a small flat brooch or badge, as of a club, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,3 ], "any small abnormal patch on or within the body, such as the typical lesion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,3 ], "psoriasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,4 ], "short for dental plaque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,5 ], "a clear area within a bacterial or tissue culture caused by localized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaque",1,1,5 ], "destruction of the cells by a bacteriophage or other virus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plash",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for splash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plash",2,1,1 ], "another word for pleach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plashy",1,1,1 ], "plashier, plashiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plashy",1,1,2 ], "wet or marshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plashy",1,1,3 ], "splashing or splashy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasm",1,1,1 ], "protoplasm of a specified type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasm",1,1,2 ], "a variant of plasma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine that generates thrust by reaction to the emission of a jet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma engine",1,1,1 ], "plasma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasma membrane",1,1,1 ], "another name for cell membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma torch",1,1,1 ], "an electrical device for converting a gas into a plasma, used for melting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma torch",1,1,1 ], "metal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,1 ], "and cells are suspended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,1 ], "the clear yellowish fluid portion of blood or lymph in which the corpuscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,2 ], "short for blood plasma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,3 ], "a former name for protoplasm or cytoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,3,1 ], "a hot ionized material consisting of nuclei and electrons| It is sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,3,1 ], "and fusion reactors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,3,1 ], "regarded as a fourth state of matter and is the material present in the sun, most stars," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,3,2 ], "and electrons and a small number of negative ions together with unionized material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,3,2 ], "the ionized gas in an electric discharge or spark, containing positive ions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,4 ], "a green slightly translucent variety of chalcedony, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasma",1,1,5 ], "a less common term for whey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmagel",1,1,1 ], "another name for ectoplasm ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmagene",1,1,1 ], "a self-replicating particle occurring in the cytoplasm of a cell and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmagene",1,1,1 ], "functioning in a way similar to but independent of chromosomal genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasmasol",1,1,1 ], "another name for endoplasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmin",1,1,1 ], "another name for fibrinolysin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmo-",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling plasma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmodesma",1,1,1 ], "adjacent cells via minute holes in the cell walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasmodesma",1,1,1 ], "any of various very fine cytoplasmic threads connecting the cytoplasm of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmodium",1,1,1 ], "an amoeboid mass of protoplasm, containing many nuclei: a stage in the life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmodium",1,1,1 ], "cycle of certain organisms, esp| the nonreproductive stage of the slime moulds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasmodium",1,1,2 ], "any parasitic sporozoan protozoan of the genus Plasmodium, esp| P| vivax," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmodium",1,1,2 ], "which causes malaria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasmolyse",1,1,1 ], "to subject (a cell) to plasmolysis or (of a cell) to undergo plasmolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmolysis",1,1,1 ], "of excessive water loss, esp| in plant cells (see exosmosis)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasmolysis",1,1,1 ], "the shrinkage of protoplasm away from the cell walls that occurs as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmon",1,1,1 ], "the sum total of plasmagenes in a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasmosome",1,1,1 ], "another name for nucleolus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster cast",1,1,1 ], "a cast made of plaster of Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster cast",1,1,2 ], "a copy or mould of a sculpture or other object cast in plaster of Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster of Paris",1,1,1 ], "2CaSO4|H2O" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "plaster of Paris",1,1,1 ], "a white powder that sets to a hard solid when mixed with water, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster of Paris",1,1,1 ], "for setting broken limbs| It is usually the hemihydrate of calcium sulphate," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plaster of Paris",1,1,1 ], "making sculptures and casts, as an additive for lime plasters, and for making casts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaster of Paris",1,1,2 ], "hydrated form of calcium sulphate|Sometimes shortened to plaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaster of Paris",1,1,2 ], "the hard plaster produced when this powder is mixed with water: a fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of lime, sand, and water, sometimes stiffened with hair or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,1,1 ], "fibres, that is applied to the surface of a wall or ceiling as a soft paste that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,1,1 ], "hardens when dry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,1,2 ], "an adhesive strip of material, usually medicated, for dressing a cut, wound," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,1,3 ], "short for mustard plaster or plaster of Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,2,1 ], "to coat (a wall, ceiling, etc|) with plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,3,1 ], "to apply like plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,4,1 ], "to cause to lie flat or to adhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,5,1 ], "to apply a plaster cast to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaster",1,6,1 ], "to strike or defeat with great force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasterboard",1,1,1 ], "a thin rigid board, in the form of a layer of plaster compressed between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasterboard",1,1,1 ], "layers of fibreboard, used to form or cover walls, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plastered",1,1,1 ], "intoxicated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastering",1,1,1 ], "a coating or layer of plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic bomb",1,1,1 ], "a bomb consisting of an adhesive jelly-like explosive fitted around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic bomb",1,1,1 ], "detonator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plastic surgery",1,1,1 ], "reformation of missing, injured, or malformed tissues or parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plastic surgery",1,1,1 ], "the branch of surgery concerned with therapeutic or cosmetic repair or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,1,1 ], "any one of a large number of synthetic usually organic materials that have a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,1,1 ], "classified as thermosetting (such as Bakelite) or thermoplastic (such as PVC) and are used" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,1,1 ], "finished state containing plasticizer, stabilizer, filler, pigments, etc| Plastics are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,1,1 ], "in the manufacture of many articles and in coatings, artificial fibres, etc" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,1,1 ], "polymeric structure and can be moulded when soft and then set, esp| such a material in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,1 ], "made of plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,2 ], "easily influenced; impressionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,3 ], "capable of being moulded or formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,3,1 ], "of or relating to moulding or modelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,3,2 ], "produced or apparently produced by moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,4 ], "having the power to form or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,5 ], "of or relating to any formative process; able to change, develop, or grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,6 ], "of or relating to plastic surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastic",1,2,7 ], "superficially attractive yet unoriginal or artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasticity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being plastic or able to be moulded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasticity",1,1,2 ], "(in pictorial art) the quality of depicting space and form so that they appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasticity",1,1,2 ], "three-dimensional" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasticize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become plastic, as by the addition of a plasticizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasticizer",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of substances added to materials in order to modify their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plasticizer",1,1,1 ], "physical properties| Their uses include softening and improving the flexibility of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plasticizer",1,1,1 ], "plastics and preventing dried paint coatings from becoming too brittle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plastid",1,1,1 ], "any of various small particles in the cytoplasm of the cells of plants and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastid",1,1,1 ], "some animals: contain pigments (see chromoplast), starch, oil, protein, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plastometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring plasticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plastron",1,1,1 ], "the bony plate forming the ventral part of the shell of a tortoise or turtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plat du jour",1,1,1 ], "the specially prepared or recommended dish of the day on a restaurant's menu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plat",1,1,1 ], "a small area of ground; plot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plat",2,2,1 ], "a dialect variant of plait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platan",1,1,1 ], "another name for plane tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate armour",1,1,1 ], "armour made of thin metal plates, which superseded mail during the 14th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate armour",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate glass",1,1,1 ], "glass formed into a thin sheet by rolling, used for windows, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate rail",1,1,1 ], "an early flat rail with an extended flange on its outer edge to retain wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate rail",1,1,1 ], "on the track| Sometimes shortened to plate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate tectonics",1,1,1 ], "(plates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plate tectonics",1,1,1 ], "of its formation through the gradual movements of rigid layers of the lithosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate tectonics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the structure of the earth's crust with reference to the theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,1,1 ], "a shallow usually circular dish made of porcelain, earthenware, glass, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,1,1 ], "on which food is served or from which food is eaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,1,1 ], "plateful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,10 ], "a print taken from such a sheet or from a woodcut, esp| when appearing in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,10 ], "book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,11 ], "a thin flat sheet of a substance, such as metal or glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,12 ], "armour made of overlapping or articulated pieces of thin metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,12,1 ], "a sheet of glass, or sometimes metal, coated with photographic emulsion on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,12,1 ], "which an image can be formed by exposure to light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,12,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,13 ], "an orthodontic device, esp| one used for straightening children's teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,14 ], "an informal word for denture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,15 ], "any flat platelike structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,15,1 ], "a cup or trophy awarded to the winner of a sporting contest, esp| a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,15,1 ], "race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,15,2 ], "a race or contest for such a prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,16 ], "any of the rigid layers of the earth's lithosphere of which there are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,16 ], "believed to be at least 15" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,17 ], "the anode in an electronic valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,17,2 ], "an electrode in an accumulator or capacitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,18 ], "a horizontal timber joist that supports rafters or studs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,19 ], "a light horseshoe for flat racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,2 ], "the contents of a plate or the amount a plate will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,2,2 ], "Austral| a plate of cakes, sandwiches, etc|, brought by a guest to a party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,20 ], "a thin cut of beef from the brisket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,21 ], "a flat plate held under the chin of a communicant in order to catch any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,21 ], "fragments of the consecrated Host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,22 ], "a coin, esp| one made of silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,23 ], "on a plate| in such a way as to be acquired without further trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,24 ], "on one's plate| waiting to be done or dealt with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,3 ], "an entire course of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,4 ], "any shallow or flat receptacle, esp| for receiving a collection in church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,5 ], "flat metal of uniform thickness obtained by rolling, usually having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,5 ], "thickness greater than about three millimetres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,6 ], "a thin coating of metal on another metal, as produced by electrodeposition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,6 ], "chemical action, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,7 ], "metal or metalware that has been coated in this way, esp| with gold or silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,8 ], "dishes, cutlery, etc|, made of gold or silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,9 ], "a process such as stereotyping, moulding, or photographic deposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,1,9 ], "a sheet of metal, plastic, rubber, etc|, having a printing surface produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,2,1 ], "reaction, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,2,1 ], "to coat (a metal) with a thin layer of other metal by electrolysis, chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,2,2 ], "to cover with metal plates, as for protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,2,3 ], "to make a stereotype or electrotype from (type or another plate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,2,4 ], "to form (metal) into plate, esp| by rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,2,5 ], "to give a glossy finish to (paper) by calendering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plate",1,2,6 ], "to grow (microorganisms) in a culture medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plateau",1,1,1 ], "a wide mainly level area of elevated land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plateau",1,1,2 ], "a relatively long period of stability; levelling off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plated",1,1,1,1 ], "coated with a layer of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plated",1,1,1,2 ], "goldplated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plated",1,1,2 ], "(of a fabric) knitted in two different yarns so that one appears on the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plated",1,1,2 ], "and the other on the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platelayer",1,1,1 ], "a workman who lays and maintains railway track| U|S| equivalent: trackman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platelet",1,1,1 ], "a minute particle occurring in the blood of vertebrates and involved in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platelet",1,1,1 ], "clotting of the blood| Formerly called: thrombocyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platemark",1,2,1 ], "another name for hallmark 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platen",1,1,1 ], "a flat plate in a printing press that presses the paper against the type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platen",1,1,2 ], "the roller on a typewriter, against which the keys strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platen",1,1,3 ], "belts to be used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platen",1,1,3 ], "the work table of a machine tool, esp| one that is slotted to enable clamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plater",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plater",1,1,1,1 ], "a mediocre horse entered chiefly for minor races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plater",1,1,1,2 ], "a blacksmith who shoes racehorses with the special type of light shoe used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plater",1,1,1,2 ], "racing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platform rocker",1,1,1 ], "a rocking-chair supported on a stationary base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform ticket",1,1,1 ], "a ticket for admission to railway platforms but not for travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,1 ], "a raised floor or other horizontal surface, such as a stage for speakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,2 ], "a raised area at a railway station, from which passengers have access to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,2 ], "trains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,3 ], "the declared principles, aims, etc|, of a political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,4 ], "a plan of action; design; scheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,5 ], "a level raised area of ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,5,1 ], "the thick raised sole of some high-heeled shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platform",1,1,6 ], "a vehicle or level place on which weapons are mounted and fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platina",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of platinum and several other metals, including palladium, osmium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platina",1,1,1 ], "and iridium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plating",1,1,1 ], "a coating or layer of material, esp| metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plating",1,1,2 ], "a layer or covering of metal plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing platinum, esp| in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platiniferous",1,1,1 ], "platinum-bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platiniridium",1,1,1 ], "any alloy of platinum and iridium: used in jewellery, electrical contacts, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platiniridium",1,1,1 ], "hypodermic needles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platinize",1,1,1 ], "to coat with platinum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platino-",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, containing, or resembling platinum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinocyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: H2Pt(CN)4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platinocyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical tetrabasic acid known only in the form of platinocyanide salts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinocyanide",1,1,1 ], "any salt containing the divalent complex cation Pt(CN)4'2'-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinoid",1,1,1 ], "containing or resembling platinum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinotype",1,1,1 ], "an emulsion containing platinum salts, the resulting image in platinum black being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platinotype",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete process for producing photographic prints using paper coated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinotype",1,1,1 ], "more permanent and of a richer tone than the usual silver image" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "platinous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing platinum, esp| in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinum black",1,1,1 ], "a black powder consisting of very finely divided platinum metal| It is used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinum black",1,1,1 ], "a catalyst, esp| in hydrogenation reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platinum metal",1,1,1 ], "any of the group of precious metallic elements consisting of ruthenium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinum metal",1,1,1 ], "rhodium, palladium, osmium, iridium, and platinum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1 ], "1-4; relative density: 21|45; melting pt|: 1772 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3827 degrees" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1 ], "C (approx|)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1 ], "a ductile malleable silvery-white metallic element, very resistant to heat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1 ], "chemicals| It occurs free and in association with other platinum metals, esp| in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1 ], "electroplating, and as a catalyst| Symbol: Pt; atomic no|: 78; atomic wt|: 195|09; valency:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1 ], "osmiridium: used in jewellery, laboratory apparatus, electrical contacts, dentistry," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1,1 ], "a medium to light grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinum",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platinum-blond" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"having hair of this colour",1). c_DEF([ "platinum-blond" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"she was a platinum blonde",1). c_DEF([ "platinum-blond" ,1, 1, 1],"(of hair) of a pale silver-blond colour",1). c_DEF([ "platitude",1,1,1 ], "a trite, dull, or obvious remark or statement; a commonplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platitude",1,1,2 ], "staleness or insipidity of thought or language; triteness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platitudinize",1,1,1 ], "to speak or write in platitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platoon",1,1,1 ], "a subdivision of a company comprising one or more sections of an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platoon",1,1,1 ], "formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platoon",1,1,2 ], "a group or unit of people, esp| one sharing a common activity, characteristic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platoon",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platteland",1,1,1 ], "the area outside the cities and chief towns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platter",1,1,1 ], "a large shallow usually oval dish or plate, used for serving food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platter",1,1,2 ], "a gramophone record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platy",1,1,1 ], "platier, platiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platy",1,1,2 ], "in flaky layers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platy",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or designating rocks, etc|, the constituents of which occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platy",2,1,1 ], "Central American genus Xiphophorus, esp| X| maculatus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platy",2,1,1 ], "any of various small brightly coloured freshwater cyprinodont fishes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platy-",1,1,1 ], "indicating something flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platyhelminth",1,1,1 ], "any invertebrate of the phylum Platyhelminthes (the flatworms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platyrrhine",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of New World monkeys) having widely separated nostrils opening to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platyrrhine",1,1,1 ], "side of the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "platyrrhine",1,1,2 ], "(of humans) having an unusually short wide nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "platyrrhine",1,2,1 ], "an animal or person with this characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plat|",1,1,1 ], "plateau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plat|",1,1,2 ], "platoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaudit",1,1,1 ], "an expression of enthusiastic approval or approbation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaudit",1,1,2 ], "a round of applause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plausible",1,1,1 ], "apparently reasonable, valid, truthful, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plausible",1,1,2 ], "apparently trustworthy or believable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plausive",1,1,1 ], "expressing praise or approval; applauding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plausive",1,1,2 ], "plausible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play along",1,1,1 ], "to cooperate (with), esp| as a temporary measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play along",1,2,1 ], "to manipulate as if in a game, esp| for one's own advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play down",1,1,1 ], "to make little or light of minimize the importance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play off" ,1, 1, 1],"to deal with or manipulate as if in playing a game",1). c_DEF([ "play off" ,1, 2, 1],"to take part in a play-off",1). c_DEF([ "play on words",1,1,1 ], "another term for pun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play on",1,1,1 ], "to continue to play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play on",1,1,2 ], "advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play on",1,1,2 ], "to exploit or impose upon (the feelings or weakness of another) to one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play out",1,1,1 ], "to finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play out",1,1,2 ], "to use up or exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play out",1,1,3 ], "to release gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play up",1,1,1 ], "to emphasize or highlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play up",1,1,2 ], "to behave irritatingly (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play up",1,2,1 ], "(of a machine, etc|) to function erratically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play up",1,2,2 ], "play up to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play up",1,2,2,1 ], "to support (another actor) in a performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play up",1,2,2,2 ], "Informal| to try to gain favour with, by flattery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play with",1,1,1 ], "concerning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play with",1,1,1 ], "to consider without giving deep thought to or coming to a conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play with",1,1,2 ], "to behave carelessly with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,1,1 ], "to occupy oneself in (a sport or diversion); amuse oneself in (a game, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,2,1 ], "to contend against (an opponent) in a sport or game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,2,2 ], "to fulfil or cause to fulfil (a particular role) in a team game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,3,1 ], "to address oneself to (a ball, etc|) in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,1 ], "to behave carelessly, esp| in a way that is unconsciously cruel or hurtful;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,1 ], "trifle or dally (with)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,2 ], "(when intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,3 ], "often foll| by at) to perform or act the part (of) in or as in a dramatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,3 ], "production; assume or simulate the role (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,4 ], "to act out or perform (a dramatic production)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,5 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,5 ], "to give a performance in (a place) or (of a performance) to be given in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,5,1 ], "to have the ability to perform on (a musical instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,4,6 ], "to perform (on a musical instrument) as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,5,1,1 ], "to reproduce (a tune, melody, piece of music, note, etc|) on an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,5,1,2 ], "to perform works by (a specific composer)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,5,2 ], "to discharge or cause to discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,5,3 ], "a record player, radio, etc|) to emit (sound)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,5,3 ], "to operate, esp| to cause (a record player, radio, etc|) to emit sound or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,5,4 ], "to move or cause to move freely, quickly, or irregularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,6,1 ], "to speculate or operate aggressively for gain in (a market)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,1 ], "line and by using the rod's flexibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,1 ], "to attempt to tire (a hooked fish) by alternately letting out and reeling in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,10 ], "play the fool| to act as if one is a fool or idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,11 ], "play the game| to act in accordance with acknowledged rules or principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,2 ], "to put (a card, counter, piece, etc|) into play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,3 ], "to gamble (money) on a game, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,4 ], "play fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,5 ], "(often foll| by with) to prove oneself fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,6 ], "(or unfair) in one's dealings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,7 ], "play by ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,8 ], "one's own advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,8 ], "play for time| to delay the outcome of some activity so as to gain time to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,7,9 ], "play into the hands of| to act directly to the advantage of (an opponent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1 ], "a dramatic composition written for performance by actors on a stage, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1 ], "drama" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1,1 ], "esp| by children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1,1 ], "games, exercise, or other activity undertaken for pleasure, diversion, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1,1 ], "the performance of a dramatic composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1,2 ], "playreader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1,2 ], "playroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,10 ], "light, free, or rapidly shifting motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,11 ], "fun, jest, or joking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,12 ], "make a play for| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,12,1 ], "to make an obvious attempt to gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,12,2 ], "to attempt to attract or seduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,2 ], "manner of action, conduct, or playing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,3 ], "progress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,3 ], "the playing or conduct of a game or the period during which a game is in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,4 ], "a move or manoeuvre in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,5 ], "played according to the rules (in the phrases in play, out of play)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,5 ], "the situation of a ball, etc|, that is within the defined area and being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,6 ], "a turn to play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,7 ], "the act of playing for stakes; gambling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,8 ], "action, activity, or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play",1,8,9 ], "freedom of or scope or space for movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play-act",1,1,1 ], "to pretend or make believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play-act",1,2,1 ], "to behave in an overdramatic or affected manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "play-act",1,2,2 ], "to act in or as in (a play)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playa",1,1,1 ], "a temporary lake, or its dry often salty bed, in a desert basin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playback" ,1, 1, 1],"magnetic tape",2). c_DEF([ "playback" ,1, 1, 1],"the act or process of reproducing a recording, esp| a sound recording on",1). c_DEF([ "playback" ,1, 1, 2],"material",2). c_DEF([ "playback" ,1, 1, 2],"the part of a tape recorder serving to or used for reproducing recorded",1). c_DEF([ "playback" ,1, 1, 3],"of or relating to the reproduction of signals from a recording",1). c_DEF([ "playback" ,1, 2, 2],"recorder",2). c_DEF([ "playback" ,1, 2, 2],"to reproduce (recorded material) on (a magnetic tape) by means of a tape",1). c_DEF([ "playbill",1,1,1 ], "a poster or bill advertising a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playbill",1,1,2 ], "the programme of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playboy",1,1,1 ], "a man, esp| one of private means, who devotes himself to the pleasures of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playboy",1,1,1 ], "nightclubs, expensive holiday resorts, female company, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "player piano",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical piano; Pianola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "player",1,1,1 ], "a person who participates in or is skilled at some game or sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "player",1,1,2 ], "a person who plays a game or sport professionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "player",1,1,3 ], "a person who plays a musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "player",1,1,4 ], "an actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "player",1,1,5 ], "a trifler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "player",1,1,6 ], "the playing mechanism in a Pianola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playful",1,1,1 ], "full of high spirits and fun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playful",1,1,2 ], "good-natured and humorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playgoer",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes to theatre performances, esp| frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playground",1,1,1 ], "adjoining a school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "playground",1,1,1 ], "an outdoor area for children's play, esp| one having swings, slides, etc|, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playground",1,1,2 ], "a place or region particularly popular as a sports or holiday resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playground",1,1,3 ], "a sphere of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playhouse",1,1,1 ], "a theatre where live dramatic performances are given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playhouse",1,1,2 ], "a toy house, small room, etc|, for children to play in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playing card",1,1,1 ], "hearts, clubs, or spades) on the face, but an identical design on the reverse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "playing card",1,1,1 ], "one of a pack of 52 rectangular pieces of stiff card, used for playing a wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playing card",1,1,1 ], "variety of games, each card having one or more symbols of the same kind (diamonds," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "playing field",1,1,1 ], "a field or open space used for sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playlet",1,1,1 ], "a short play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playmate",1,1,1 ], "a friend or partner in play or recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playpen",1,1,1 ], "a small enclosure, usually portable, in which a young child can be left to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playpen",1,1,1 ], "play in safety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "playroom",1,1,1 ], "a recreation room, esp| for children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playschool",1,1,1 ], "an informal nursery group taking preschool children in half-day sessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playsuit",1,1,1 ], "a woman's or child's outfit, usually comprising shorts and a top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaything",1,1,1 ], "a toy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaything",1,1,2 ], "a person regarded or treated as a toy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playtime",1,1,1 ], "a time for play or recreation, esp| the school break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "playwright",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaza",1,1,1 ], "an open space or square, esp| in Spain or a Spanish-speaking country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaza",1,1,1,1 ], "a modern complex of shops, buildings, and parking areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plaza",1,1,1,2 ], "Rockefeller Plaza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plea",1,1,1 ], "an earnest entreaty or request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plea",1,1,2 ], "in support of his claim or defence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plea",1,1,2 ], "something alleged or pleaded by or on behalf of a party to legal proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plea",1,1,2,2 ], "Criminal law| the answer made by an accused to the charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plea",1,1,2,3 ], "(formerly in England) a suit or action at law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plea",1,1,3 ], "an excuse, justification, or pretext" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleach",1,1,1 ], "to construct or repair (a hedge) by interlacing the shoots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plead",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by with) to appeal earnestly or humbly (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plead",1,2,1 ], "to give as an excuse; offer in justification or extenuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plead",1,3,1 ], "to provide an argument or appeal (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plead",1,3,2 ], "to declare oneself to be (guilty or not guilty) in answer to the charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plead",1,3,3 ], "to advocate (a case) in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plead",1,4,1,1 ], "to file a pleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plead",1,4,1,2 ], "to address a court as an advocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleading",1,1,1 ], "the act of presenting a case in court, as by a lawyer on behalf of his client" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleading",1,1,2 ], "the art or science of preparing the formal written statements of the parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleading",1,1,2 ], "to a legal action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleadings",1,1,1 ], "defendant in a lawsuit setting out the respective matters relied upon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleadings",1,1,1 ], "the formal written statements presented alternately by the plaintiff and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasance",1,1,1 ], "a secluded part of a garden laid out with trees, walks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasance",1,1,2 ], "enjoyment or pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasant",1,1,1 ], "giving or affording pleasure; enjoyable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasant",1,1,2 ], "having pleasing or agreeable manners, appearance, habits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasant",1,1,3 ], "merry and lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasantry",1,1,1 ], "an agreeable or amusing remark, etc|, often one made in order to be polite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasantry",1,1,2 ], "an agreeably humorous manner or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasantry",1,1,3 ], "enjoyment; pleasantness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,1,1 ], "be glad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,1,1 ], "to give satisfaction, pleasure, or contentment to (a person); make or cause to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,1,2 ], "to be the will of or have the will (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,1,3 ], "if you please| if you will or wish, sometimes used in ironic exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,1,4 ], "pleased with| happy because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,1,5 ], "please oneself| to do as one likes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,2,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,2,2 ], "used in making polite requests and in pleading, asking for a favour, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "please",1,2,3 ], "yes please| a polite formula for accepting an offer, invitation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasing",1,1,1 ], "giving pleasure; likeable or gratifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasurable",1,1,1 ], "enjoyable, agreeable, or gratifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure principle",1,1,1 ], "gratification of needs| It is seen as the governing process of the id, whereas the reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure principle",1,1,1 ], "principle is the governing process of the ego" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure principle",1,1,1 ], "the idea that psychological processes and actions are governed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,1,1 ], "an agreeable or enjoyable sensation or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,1,2 ], "something that gives or affords enjoyment or delight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,1,2,1 ], "amusement, recreation, or enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,1,3 ], "sexual gratification or enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,1,4 ], "a person's preference or choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleasure",1,2,2 ], "to give pleasure to or take pleasure (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleat",1,1,1 ], "any of various types of fold formed by doubling back fabric, etc|, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleat",1,1,1 ], "pressing, stitching, or steaming into place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleat",1,2,1 ], "to arrange (material, part of a garment, etc|) in pleats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleater",1,1,1 ], "an attachment on a sewing machine that makes pleats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleb",1,1,1 ], "short for plebeian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleb",1,1,2 ], "a common vulgar person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebby",1,1,2 ], "common or vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebe",1,1,1 ], "a member of the lowest class at the U|S| Naval Academy or Military Academy;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebe",1,1,1 ], "freshman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plebeian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the common people, esp| those of Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebeian",1,1,2 ], "lacking refinement; philistine or vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebeian",1,2,1 ], "one of the common people, esp| one of the Roman plebs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebeian",1,2,2 ], "a person who is coarse, vulgar, or lacking in refinement or discernment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebiscite",1,1,1 ], "a direct vote by the electorate of a state, region, etc|, on some question of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebiscite",1,1,1 ], "government programme" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plebiscite",1,1,1 ], "usually national importance, such as union with another state or acceptance of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plebiscite",1,1,2 ], "any expression or determination of public opinion on some matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebs",1,1,1 ], "the common people; the masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plebs",1,1,2 ], "common people of ancient Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plectognath",1,1,1 ], "Tetraodontiformes), having a small mouth, strong teeth, and small gill openings: includes puffers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plectognath",1,1,1 ], "any spiny-finned marine fish of the mainly tropical order Plectognathi (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plectognath",1,1,1 ], "triggerfish, trunkfish, sunfish, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plectognath",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Plectognathi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plectrum" ,1, 1, 1],"any implement for plucking a string, such as a small piece of plastic, wood,",1). c_DEF([ "plectrum" ,1, 1, 1],"etc|, used to strum a guitar or the quill that plucks the string of a harpsichord",2). c_DEF([ "pled",1,1,1 ], "or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pled",1,1,2 ], "a past tense or past participle of plead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,1 ], "a formal or solemn promise or agreement, esp| to do or refrain from doing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,1,1 ], "collateral for the payment of a debt or the performance of an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,1,2 ], "the condition of being collateral (esp| in the phrase in pledge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,2 ], "a sign, token, or indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,3 ], "an assurance of support or goodwill, conveyed by drinking to a person, cause," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,3 ], "etc|; toast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,4 ], "a person who binds himself, as by becoming bail or surety for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,1,5 ], "take or sign the pledge| to make a vow to abstain from alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,2,1 ], "to promise formally or solemnly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,3,1 ], "to bind or secure by or as if by a pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,3,2 ], "guarantee, as for the repayment of a loan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,3,2 ], "to give, deposit, or offer (one's word, freedom, property, etc|) as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledge",1,3,3 ], "to drink a toast to (a person, cause, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledgee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a pledge is given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledgee",1,1,2 ], "a person to whom property is delivered as a pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledget",1,1,1 ], "a small flattened pad of wool, cotton, etc|, esp| for use as a pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pledget",1,1,1 ], "bandage to be applied to wounds or sores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pledgor",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives or makes a pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleiad",1,1,1 ], "a brilliant or talented group, esp| one with seven members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plein-air",1,1,1 ], "impressionism, concerned with the observation of light and atmosphere effects outdoors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plein-air",1,1,1 ], "of or in the manner of various French 19th-century schools of painting, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleio-",1,1,1 ], "variant of plio-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleiotropism",1,1,1 ], "phenotype" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleiotropism",1,1,1 ], "the condition of a gene of affecting more than one characteristic of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenary",1,1,1 ], "full, unqualified, or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenary",1,1,2 ], "(of assemblies, councils, etc|) attended by all the members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenary",1,2,1 ], "a book of the gospels or epistles and homilies read at the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenipotent",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for plenipotentiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenipotentiary" ,1, 1, 1],"(esp| of a diplomatic envoy) invested with or possessing full power or",1). c_DEF([ "plenipotentiary" ,1, 1, 1],"authority",2). c_DEF([ "plenipotentiary" ,1, 1, 2],"conferring full power or authority",1). c_DEF([ "plenipotentiary" ,1, 1, 3],"(of power or authority) full; absolute",1). c_DEF([ "plenipotentiary" ,1, 2, 1],"aries",1). c_DEF([ "plenipotentiary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person invested with full authority to transact business, esp| a diplomat",1). c_DEF([ "plenipotentiary" ,1, 2, 2],"authorized to represent a country",2). c_DEF([ "plenish",1,1,1 ], "to fill, stock, or resupply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenitude",1,1,1 ], "abundance; copiousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenitude",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being full or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenteous",1,1,1 ], "ample; abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenteous",1,1,2 ], "producing or yielding abundantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plentiful",1,1,1 ], "ample; abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plentiful",1,1,2 ], "having or yielding an abundance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenty" ,1, 1, 1],"(often foll| by of) a great number, amount, or quantity; lots",1). c_DEF([ "plenty" ,1, 1, 2],"generous or ample supplies of wealth, produce, or resources",1). c_DEF([ "plenty" ,1, 1, 3],"in plenty| existing in abundance",1). c_DEF([ "plenty" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"very many; ample",1). c_DEF([ "plenty" ,1, 2, 1, 2],"there's plenty more; that's plenty, thanks",1). c_DEF([ "plenum system",1,1,1 ], "a type of air-conditioning system in which air is passed into a room at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenum system",1,1,1 ], "pressure greater than atmospheric pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plenum",1,1,1 ], "an enclosure containing gas at a higher pressure than the surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenum",1,1,1 ], "environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plenum",1,1,2 ], "a fully attended meeting or assembly, esp| of a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenum",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the philosophy of the Stoics) space regarded as filled with matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plenum",1,1,4 ], "the condition or quality of being full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleo-",1,1,1 ], "variant of plio-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleochroism",1,1,1 ], "a property of certain crystals of absorbing light to an extent that depends on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleochroism",1,1,1 ], "biaxial crystals (trichroism)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pleochroism",1,1,1 ], "of the crystal| The effect occurs in uniaxial crystals (dichroism) and esp| in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pleochroism",1,1,1 ], "the orientation of the electric vector of the light with respect to the optic axes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleomorphism",1,1,1 ], "animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleomorphism",1,1,1 ], "the occurrence of more than one different form in the life cycle of a plant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleonasm",1,1,1 ], "little child" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleonasm",1,1,1 ], "the use of more words than necessary or an instance of this, such as a tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleonasm",1,1,2 ], "a word or phrase that is superfluous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleopod",1,1,1 ], "another name for swimmeret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plesiosaur",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct marine reptiles of the order Sauropterygia, esp| any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plesiosaur",1,1,1 ], "short tail, and paddle-like limbs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plesiosaur",1,1,1 ], "the suborder Plesiosauria, of Jurassic and Cretaceous times, having a long neck," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plessor",1,1,1 ], "another name for plexor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plethora",1,1,1 ], "superfluity or excess; overabundance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plethora",1,1,2 ], "a condition caused by dilation of superficial blood vessels, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plethora",1,1,2 ], "esp| by a reddish face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plethysmograph",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring the fluctuations in volume of a bodily organ or part," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plethysmograph",1,1,1 ], "such as those caused by variations in the amount of blood it contains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleura",1,1,1 ], "of the thoracic cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleura",1,1,1 ], "the thin transparent serous membrane enveloping the lungs and lining the walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleura",1,1,2 ], "the plural of pleuron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurisy root",1,1,1 ], "the root of the butterfly weed, formerly used as a cure for pleurisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurisy root",1,1,2 ], "another name for butterfly weed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurisy",1,1,1 ], "breathing or coughing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleurisy",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the pleura, characterized by pain that is aggravated by deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleuro-",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleuro-",1,1,2 ], "indicating the pleura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurodont",1,1,1 ], "(of the teeth of some reptiles) having no roots and being fused by their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurodont",1,1,1 ], "lateral sides only to the inner surface of the jawbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleurodont",1,1,2 ], "having pleurodont teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurodont",1,2,1 ], "an animal having pleurodont teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurodynia",1,1,1 ], "pain in the muscles between the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleuron",1,1,1 ], "body segment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pleuron",1,1,1 ], "the part of the cuticle of arthropods that covers the lateral surface of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleuropneumonia",1,1,1 ], "the combined disorder of pleurisy and pneumonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleurotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the pleura, esp| to drain fluid, as in pleurisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleuston",1,1,1 ], "a mass of small organisms, esp| algae, floating at the surface of shallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pleuston",1,1,1 ], "pools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plew",1,1,1 ], "a beaver skin used as a standard unit of value in the fur trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plexiform",1,1,1 ], "like or having the form of a network or plexus; intricate or complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plexor",1,1,1 ], "a small hammer with a rubber head for use in percussion of the chest and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plexor",1,1,1 ], "testing reflexes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plexus",1,1,1 ], "any complex network of nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plexus",1,1,2 ], "an intricate network or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliable",1,1,1 ], "easily moulded, bent, influenced, or altered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliant",1,1,1 ], "easily bent; supple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliant",1,1,2 ], "easily modified; adaptable; flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliant",1,1,3 ], "yielding readily to influence; compliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plica",1,1,1 ], "a folding over of parts, such as a fold of skin, muscle, peritoneum, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plica",1,1,2 ], "a condition of the hair characterized by matting, filth, and the presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plica",1,1,2 ], "parasites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plicate",1,1,1 ], "having or arranged in parallel folds or ridges; pleated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plication",1,1,1 ], "the act of folding or the condition of being folded or plicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plication",1,1,2 ], "a folded part or structure, esp| a fold in a series of rock strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plication",1,1,3 ], "reduce its size" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plication",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of suturing together the walls of a hollow organ or part to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plie",1,1,1 ], "a classic ballet practice posture with back erect and knees bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plier",1,1,1 ], "a person who plies a trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliers",1,1,1 ], "a gripping tool consisting of two hinged arms with usually serrated jaws that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliers",1,1,1 ], "close on the workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plight",1,1,1 ], "a condition of extreme hardship, danger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plight",2,1,1 ], "to give or pledge (one's word, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plight",2,1,2 ], "to promise formally or pledge (allegiance, support, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plight",2,1,3 ], "plight one's troth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plight",2,1,3,1 ], "to make a promise of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plight",2,1,3,2 ], "to give one's solemn promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plight",2,2,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plight",2,2,2 ], "a solemn promise, esp| of engagement; pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plimsoll",1,1,1 ], "a light rubber-soled canvas shoe worn for various sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plinth",1,1,1 ], "column, pedestal, or pier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plinth",1,1,1 ], "the rectangular slab or block that forms the lowest part of the base of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plinth",1,1,2 ], "esp| one that is formed of a course of stone or brick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plinth",1,1,2 ], "the lowest part of the wall of a building that appears above ground level," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plinth",1,1,3 ], "a flat block on either side of a door frame, where the architrave meets the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plinth",1,1,3 ], "skirting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plio-",1,1,1 ], "greater in size, extent, degree, etc|; more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliss",1,1,1 ], "fabric with a wrinkled finish, achieved by treatment involving caustic soda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pliss",1,1,2 ], "such a finish on a fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploat",1,1,1 ], "to thrash; beat soundly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploat",1,1,2 ], "to pluck (a fowl)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plod",1,1,1 ], "steps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plod",1,1,1 ], "to make (one's way) or walk along (a path, etc|) with heavy usually slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plod",1,2,1 ], "to work slowly and perseveringly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plod",1,3,1 ], "the act of plodding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plod",1,3,2 ], "the sound of slow heavy steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plodge",1,1,1 ], "to wade in water, esp| the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plodge",1,2,1 ], "the act of wading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plonk",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by down) to drop or be dropped, esp| heavily or suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plonk",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of plonking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plonk",1,3,1 ], "an exclamation imitative of this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plonk",2,1,1 ], "and Austral| informal| alcoholic drink, usually wine, esp| of inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plonk",2,1,1 ], "quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plonko",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic, esp| one who drinks wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plop" ,1, 1, 1],"splash",2). c_DEF([ "plop" ,1, 1, 1],"the characteristic sound made by an object dropping into water without a",1). c_DEF([ "plop" ,1, 2, 1],"to fall or cause to fall with the sound of a plop",1). c_DEF([ "plop" ,1, 3, 1],"an exclamation imitative of this sound",1). c_DEF([ "plosion",1,1,1 ], "the sound of an abrupt break of closure, esp| the audible release of a stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plosive",1,1,1 ], "articulated with or accompanied by plosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plosive",1,2,1 ], "a plosive consonant; stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 1, 1],"a secret plan to achieve some purpose, esp| one that is illegal or underhand",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 1, 2],"the story or plan of a play, novel, etc",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 1, 3],"a graphic representation of an individual or tactical setting that pinpoints",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 1, 3],"an artillery target",2). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 1, 4],"a diagram or plan, esp| a surveyor's map",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 2, 1],"to plan secretly (something illegal, revolutionary, etc|); conspire",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 2, 2],"to mark (a course, as of a ship or aircraft) on a map",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 2, 3],"to make a plan or map of",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 2, 5, 2],"to draw (a curve) through these points",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 2, 5],"to locate and mark (one or more points) on a graph by means of coordinates",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,1, 2, 6],"(tr|) to construct the plot of (a literary work, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,2, 1, 1],"a small piece of land",1). c_DEF([ "plot" ,2, 2, 1],"to arrange or divide (land) into plots",1). c_DEF([ "plot",3,1,1 ], "dialect| a bonfire made on Guy Fawkes Day (Nov| 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plotter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for plotting lines or angles on a chart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough back",1,1,1 ], "to reinvest (the profits of a business) in the same business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,1,1 ], "an agricultural implement with sharp blades, attached to a horse, tractor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,1,1 ], "etc|, for cutting or turning over the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar implements, such as a device for clearing snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,1,3 ], "a plane with a narrow blade for cutting grooves in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,1,4 ], "(in agriculture) ploughed land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,1,5 ], "put one's hand to the plough| to perform a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,2,1 ], "to till (the soil, etc|) with a plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,2,2 ], "to make (furrows or grooves) in (something) with or as if with a plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,2,3 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by through) to move (through something) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,2,3 ], "manner of a plough" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,3,1 ], "to work at slowly or perseveringly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plough",1,4,1 ], "to fail an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughboy",1,1,1 ], "a boy who guides the animals drawing a plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughboy",1,1,2 ], "any country boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughman",1,1,1 ], "a man who ploughs, esp| using horses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughman",1,1,2 ], "any farm labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughman's spikenard",1,1,1 ], "a European plant, Inula conyza, with tubular yellowish flower heads surrounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughman's spikenard",1,1,1 ], "by purple bracts: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ploughshare",1,1,1 ], "the horizontal pointed cutting blade of a mouldboard plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughstaff",1,1,1 ], "one of the handles of a plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploughstaff",1,1,2 ], "a spade-shaped tool used to clean the ploughshare and mouldboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plover",1,1,1 ], "any shore birds of the family Charadriidae, typically having a round head," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plover",1,1,1 ], "straight bill, and large pointed wings: order Charadriiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plover",1,1,2 ], "any of similar and related birds, such as the Egyptian plover (see crocodile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plover",1,1,2 ], "bird) and the upland plover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plover",1,1,3 ], "green plover| another name for lapwing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plow",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploy",1,1,1 ], "a manoeuvre or tactic in a game, conversation, etc|; stratagem; gambit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploy",1,1,2 ], "any business, job, hobby, etc|, with which one is occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ploy",1,1,3 ], "a frolic, escapade, or practical joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plu",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of plew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck up",1,1,1 ], "to pull out; uproot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck up",1,1,2 ], "to muster (courage, one's spirits, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,1,1 ], "to pull off (feathers, fruit, etc|) from (a fowl, tree, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by at) to pull or tug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,2,1 ], "to pull (something) forcibly or violently (from something or someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,3,1 ], "to sound (the strings) of (a musical instrument) with the fingers, a plectrum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,4,1 ], "to fleece or swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,5,1 ], "courage, usually in the face of difficulties or hardship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,5,2 ], "a sudden pull or tug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluck",1,5,3 ], "the heart, liver, and lungs, esp| of an animal used for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plucky",1,1,1 ], "pluckier, pluckiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plucky",1,1,2 ], "having or showing courage in the face of difficulties, danger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plug in",1,1,1 ], "electrical plug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plug in",1,1,1 ], "to connect (an electrical appliance, etc|) with a power source by means of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece of wood, cork, or other material, often cylindrical in shape, used to",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 1],"stop up holes and gaps or as a wedge for taking a screw or nail",2). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 1],"to stop up",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 2],"a device usually having three pins to which the terminals of a flex or cable",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 2],"are attached: used to make an electrical connection when inserted into a socket",2). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a cake of pressed or twisted tobacco, esp| for chewing",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"a small piece of such a cake",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 3],"a mass of solidified magma filling the neck of an extinct volcano",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 4],"a weighted artificial lure with one or more sets of hooks attached, used in",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 4],"spinning",2). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 5],"a recommendation or other favourable mention of a product, show, etc|, as on",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 5],"television, radio, or in newspapers",2). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 6],"a shot, blow, or punch (esp| in the phrase take a plug at)| D|Chiefly U|S|an",1). c_DEF([ "plug" ,1, 1, 6],"old horse",2). c_DEF([ "plug-ugly" ,1, 1, 1],"extremely ugly",1). c_DEF([ "plug-ugly" ,1, 2, 2],"a city tough; ruffian",1). c_DEF([ "plugboard",1,1,1 ], "another name for patch board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum pudding",1,1,1 ], "a dark brown rich boiled or steamed pudding made with flour, suet, sugar, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum pudding",1,1,1 ], "dried fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,1 ], "a small rosaceous tree, Prunus domestica domestica, with white flowers and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,1 ], "edible oval fruit that is purple, yellow, or green and contains an oval stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,3 ], "a raisin, as used in a cake or pudding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,3,1 ], "a dark reddish-purple colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,3,1 ], "something of a superior or desirable kind, such as a financial bonus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plum",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of plumb 6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumage",1,1,1 ], "the layer of feathers covering the body of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumate",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or possessing one or more feathers or plumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumate",1,1,2 ], "resembling a plume; covered with small hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumb bob",1,1,1 ], "the weight, usually of lead, at the end of a plumb line; plummet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumb line",1,1,1 ], "a string with a metal weight at one end that, when suspended, points directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumb line",1,1,1 ], "depth of water, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plumb line",1,1,1 ], "towards the earth's centre of gravity and so is used to determine verticality, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plumb line",1,1,2 ], "another name for plumb rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumb rule",1,1,1 ], "a plumb line attached to a narrow board, used by builders, surveyors, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumb" ,1, 1, 1],"a weight, usually of lead, suspended at the end of a line and used to",1). c_DEF([ "plumb" ,1, 1, 1],"determine water depth or verticality",2). c_DEF([ "plumb" ,1, 1, 2],"phrases out of plumb, off plumb)|",2). c_DEF([ "plumb" ,1, 1, 2],"the perpendicular position of a freely suspended plumb line (esp| in the",1). c_DEF([ "plumb" ,1, 2, 1],"also ,plum",1). c_DEF([ "plumb" ,1, 3, 2],"in a vertical",1). c_DEF([ "plumbaginaceous",1,1,1 ], "coastal plants having flowers with a brightly coloured calyx and five styles: includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plumbaginaceous",1,1,1 ], "leadwort, thrift, and sea lavender" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plumbaginaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Plumbaginaceae, a family of typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbago",1,1,1 ], "any plumbaginaceous plant of the genus Plumbago, of warm regions, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbago",1,1,1 ], "clusters of blue, white, or red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plumbago",1,1,2 ], "another name for graphite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbeous",1,1,1 ], "made of or relating to lead or resembling lead in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumber",1,1,1 ], "a person who installs and repairs pipes, fixtures, etc|, for water, drainage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumber",1,1,1 ], "and gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plumbery",1,1,1 ], "the workshop of a plumber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbery",1,1,2 ], "another word for plumbing ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing lead in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbicon",1,1,1 ], "a development of the vidicon television camera tube in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbicon",1,1,1 ], "photoconductive material is replaced by semiconductor material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plumbiferous",1,1,1 ], "(of ores, rocks, etc|) containing or yielding lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbing",1,1,1 ], "the trade or work of a plumber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbing",1,1,2 ], "the pipes, fixtures, etc|, used in a water, drainage, or gas installation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbing",1,1,3 ], "the act or procedure of using a plumb to gauge depth, a vertical, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbism",1,1,1 ], "chronic lead poisoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing lead in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumbum" ,1, 1, 1],"an obsolete name for ,lead ,2",1). c_DEF([ "plume",1,1,1 ], "a feather, esp| one that is large or ornamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,1,2 ], "a feather or cluster of feathers worn esp| formerly as a badge or ornament in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,1,2 ], "a headband, hat, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,1,3 ], "any feathery part, such as the structure on certain fruits and seeds that aids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,1,3 ], "dispersal by wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,1,4 ], "something that resembles a plume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,1,5 ], "a token or decoration of honour; prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,2,1 ], "to adorn or decorate with feathers or plumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,2,2 ], "(of a bird) to clean or preen (itself or its feathers)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plume",1,2,3 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to pride or congratulate (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plummet",1,1,1 ], "to drop down; plunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plummet",1,2,1 ], "another word for plumb bob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plummet",1,2,2 ], "a lead plumb used by anglers to determine the depth of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plummy",1,1,1 ], "mier, miest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plummy",1,1,2 ], "of, full of, or resembling plums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plummy",1,1,3 ], "(of speech) having a deep tone and a refined and somewhat drawling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plummy",1,1,3 ], "articulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plummy",1,1,4 ], "choice; desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumose",1,1,1 ], "another word for plumate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",1,1,1 ], "well filled out or rounded; fleshy or chubby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",1,1,2 ], "bulging, as with contents; full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",1,1,3 ], "(of amounts of money, etc|) generous; ample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up or out) to make or become plump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",2,1,1 ], "(often foll| by down, into, etc|) to drop or fall suddenly and heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",2,2,1 ], "to give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",2,3,1 ], "to enter or exit abruptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",2,4,1 ], "a heavy abrupt fall or the sound of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",2,5,1 ], "suddenly or heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",2,5,2 ], "straight down; directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",2,7,1 ], "in a blunt, direct, or decisive manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plump",3,1,1 ], "a group of people, animals, or things; troop; cluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumper",1,1,1 ], "a pad carried in the mouth by actors to round out the cheeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumule",1,1,1 ], "the embryonic shoot of seed-bearing plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumule",1,1,2 ], "a down feather of young birds that persists in some adults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumy",1,1,1 ], "plumier, plumiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumy",1,1,2 ], "plumelike; feathery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plumy",1,1,3 ], "consisting of, covered, or adorned with feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunder",1,1,1 ], "force, esp| in time of war; loot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plunder",1,1,1 ], "to steal (valuables, goods, sacred items, etc|) from (a town, church, etc|) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunder",1,2,1 ], "to rob or steal (choice or desirable things) from (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunder",1,3,1 ], "anything taken by plundering or theft; booty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunder",1,3,2 ], "the act of plundering; pillage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunderage",1,1,1,1 ], "the embezzlement of goods on board a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunderage",1,1,1,2 ], "the goods embezzled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunderage",1,1,2 ], "the act of plundering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge bath",1,1,1 ], "a bath large enough to immerse the whole body or to dive into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by into) to thrust or throw (something, oneself, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,1,2 ], "to throw or be thrown into a certain state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by into) to involve or become involved deeply (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,2,1 ], "to move or dash violently or with great speed or impetuosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,3,1 ], "to descend very suddenly or steeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,4,1 ], "to speculate or gamble recklessly, for high stakes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,1 ], "a leap or dive into water, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,2 ], "a swim; dip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,3 ], "a place where one can swim or dive, such as a swimming pool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,4 ], "a headlong rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,5 ], "a pitching or tossing motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,6 ], "take the plunge| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,6,1 ], "to resolve to do something dangerous or irrevocable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunge",1,5,6,2 ], "to get married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunger",1,1,1 ], "a rubber suction cup fixed to the end of a rod, used to clear a blocked drain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunger",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plunger",1,1,2 ], "a device or part of a machine that has a plunging or thrusting motion; piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunger",1,1,3 ], "a reckless gambler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunk",1,1,1 ], "forth a sound when plucked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plunk",1,1,1 ], "to pluck (the strings) of (a banjo, etc|) or (of such an instrument) to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunk",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by down) to drop or be dropped, esp| heavily or suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunk",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of plunking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunk",1,2,2 ], "a hard blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunk",1,3,1 ], "an exclamation imitative of the sound of something plunking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plunk",1,4,1 ], "exactly; squarely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluperfect",1,2,1 ], "another term for past perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plural voting",1,1,1 ], "a system that enables an elector to vote more than once in an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plural voting",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain before 1948) a system enabling certain electors to vote in more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plural voting",1,1,2 ], "than one constituency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plural",1,1,1 ], "containing, involving, or composed of more than one person, thing, item, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plural",1,1,2 ], "denoting a word indicating that more than one referent is being referred to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plural",1,1,2 ], "described" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plural",1,2,1,1 ], "the plural number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plural",1,2,1,2 ], "a plural form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluralism",1,1,1 ], "office; plurality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pluralism",1,1,1 ], "the holding by a single person of more than one ecclesiastical benefice or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluralism",1,1,2 ], "a theory of society as several autonomous but interdependent groups having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluralism",1,1,2 ], "equal power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pluralism",1,1,3 ], "cultural forms, religions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pluralism",1,1,3 ], "the existence in a society of groups having distinctive ethnic origin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluralism",1,1,4 ], "the doctrine that reality consists of several basic substances or elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plurality",1,1,1 ], "the state of being plural or numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plurality",1,1,2 ], "a number greater than one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plurality",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| term for relative majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plurality",1,1,4 ], "a large number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plurality",1,1,5 ], "the greater number; majority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plurality",1,1,6 ], "another word for pluralism ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluralize",1,1,1 ], "to hold more than one ecclesiastical benefice or office at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluralize",1,1,2 ], "to make or become plural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluri-",1,1,1 ], "denoting several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluriliteral",1,1,1 ], "(in Hebrew grammar) containing more than three letters in the root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluripresence",1,1,1 ], "presence in more than one place at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plur|",1,1,1 ], "plural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plur|",1,1,2 ], "plurality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plus fours",1,1,1 ], "hunting, golf, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plus fours",1,1,1 ], "men's baggy knickerbockers reaching below the knee, now only worn for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plus sign" ,1, 1, 1],"the symbol , indicating addition or positive quantity",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 1, 1],"increased by the addition of",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 1, 2],"with or with the addition of",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 2, 1],"indicating or involving addition",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 2, 2],"another word for positive 9",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 2, 3],"on the positive part of a scale or coordinate axis",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 2, 4],"involving positive advantage or good",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 3, 1],"having a value above that which is stated or expected",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 4, 1],"slightly above a specified standard on a particular grade or percentage",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 4, 2],"designating the strain of fungus that can only undergo sexual reproduction",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 4, 2],"with a minus strain",2). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 5, 1],"short for ,plus sign",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 5, 2],"a positive quantity",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 5, 3],"something positive or to the good",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 5, 4],"a gain, surplus, or advantage|Mathematical symbol: CATEGORY Plus, together",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 5, 4],"with, and",2). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 5, 5],"along with do not create compound subjects in the way that",1). c_DEF([ "plus" ,1, 5, 6],"along with are added|",1). c_DEF([ "plush",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric with a cut pile that is longer and softer than velvet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plush",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plush",1,2,1 ], "lavishly appointed; rich; costly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plutocracy",1,1,1 ], "the rule or control of society by the wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plutocracy",1,1,2 ], "a state or government characterized by the rule of the wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plutocracy",1,1,3 ], "a class that exercises power by virtue of its wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plutocrat",1,1,1 ], "a member of a plutocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluton",1,1,1 ], "any mass of igneous rock that has solidified below the surface of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plutonic",1,1,1 ], "(of igneous rocks) derived from magma that has cooled and solidified below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plutonic",1,1,1 ], "surface of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plutonium",1,1,1 ], "6; melting pt|: 641 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3327 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "plutonium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Pu; atomic no|: 94; half-life of '2'3'9Pu: 24,360 years; valency: 3, 4, 5, or" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "plutonium",1,1,1 ], "a highly toxic metallic transuranic element| It occurs in trace amounts in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plutonium",1,1,1 ], "and is used as a reactor fuel in nuclear power stations and in nuclear weapons|" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "plutonium",1,1,1 ], "uranium ores and is produced in a nuclear reactor by neutron bombardment of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "plutonium",1,1,1 ], "uranium-238| The most stable and important isotope, plutonium-239, readily undergoes fission" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pluvial",1,1,1 ], "of, characterized by, or due to the action of rain; rainy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluvial",1,2,1 ], "a period of persistent heavy rainfall, esp| one occurring in unglaciated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluvial",1,2,1 ], "regions during the Pleistocene epoch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pluviometer",1,1,1 ], "another word for rain gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pluvious",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to rain; rainy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",1,1,1 ], "to carry on, pursue, or work at (a job, trade, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",1,1,2 ], "to manipulate or wield (a tool, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",1,1,3 ], "to sell (goods, wares, etc|) esp| at a regular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",1,1,4 ], "(usually foll| by with) to provide (with) or subject (to) repeatedly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",1,1,4 ], "persistently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ply",1,2,1 ], "to perform or work at steadily or diligently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of a ship, etc|) to travel regularly along (a route) or in (an area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",2,1,1,1 ], "a layer, fold, or thickness, as of cloth, wood, yarn, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",2,1,1,2 ], "four-ply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",2,1,2 ], "a thin sheet of wood glued to other similar sheets to form plywood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ply",2,1,3 ], "one of the strands twisted together to make rope, yarn, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plywood",1,1,1 ], "a structural board consisting of an odd number of thin layers of wood glued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "plywood",1,1,1 ], "adjoining layer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "plywood",1,1,1 ], "together under pressure, with the grain of one layer at right angles to the grain of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pl|",1,1,1 ], "place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pl|",1,1,2 ], "plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pl|",1,1,3 ], "plural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pm|",1,1,1 ], "premium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneuma",1,1,1 ], "a person's vital spirit or soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic trough",1,1,1 ], "a shallow dishlike vessel filled with a liquid, usually water, and used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic trough",1,1,1 ], "collecting gases by displacement of liquid from a filled jar held with its open end under" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic trough",1,1,1 ], "the surface of the liquid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic tyre",1,1,1 ], "a rubber tyre filled with air under pressure, used esp| on motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with air, gases, or wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,2 ], "(of a machine or device) operated by compressed air or by a vacuum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,3 ], "containing compressed air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,4 ], "of or concerned with pneumatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,4,1 ], "of or relating to the soul or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,4,2 ], "of or relating to the Holy Ghost or other spiritual beings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,5 ], "(of the bones of birds) containing air spaces which reduce their weight as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,1,5 ], "adaptation to flying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatic",1,2,1 ], "short for pneumatic tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatics",1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the mechanical properties of gases, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumato-",1,1,1 ], "air; breath or breathing; spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatology",1,1,1 ], "beings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of theology concerned with the Holy Ghost and other spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatology",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete name for psychology (the science)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatology",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete term for pneumatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatolysis",1,1,1 ], "a type of metamorphism in which hot gases from solidifying magma react with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatolysis",1,1,1 ], "surrounding rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the pressure exerted by air being inhaled or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatometer",1,1,1 ], "exhaled during a single breath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatophore",1,1,1 ], "a specialized root of certain swamp plants, such as the mangrove, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatophore",1,1,1 ], "branches upwards and undergoes gaseous exchange with the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatophore",1,1,2 ], "a polyp in coelenterates of the order Siphonophora, such as the Portuguese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumatophore",1,1,2 ], "man-of-war, that is specialized as a float" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumectomy",1,1,1 ], "another word for pneumonectomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumo-",1,1,1 ], "of or related to a lung or the lungs; respiratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumobacillus",1,1,1 ], "Gram-negative Klebsiella pneumoniae, which causes pneumonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumobacillus",1,1,1 ], "a rod-shaped bacterium that occurs in the respiratory tract, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumococcus",1,1,1 ], "Gram-positive Diplococcus pneumoniae, which causes pneumonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumococcus",1,1,1 ], "a spherical bacterium that occurs in the respiratory tract, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumoconiosis",1,1,1 ], "any disease of the lungs or bronchi caused by the inhalation of metallic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumoconiosis",1,1,1 ], "mineral particles: characterized by inflammation, cough, and fibrosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumodynamics",1,1,1 ], "another name for pneumatics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumogastric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the lungs and stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumogastric",1,1,2 ], "a former term for vagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for making a record (pneumogram) of respiratory movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumonectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of a lung or part of a lung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumonia",1,1,1 ], "bacterial (esp| pneumococcal) or viral infection" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pneumonia",1,1,1 ], "filled with liquid, which renders them useless for breathing| It is usually caused by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumonia",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of one or both lungs, in which the air sacs (alveoli) become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumonic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting the lungs; pulmonary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumonic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to pneumonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumonitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumothorax",1,1,1 ], "(pleural cavity), resulting in collapse of the lung" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pneumothorax",1,1,1 ], "the abnormal presence of air between the lung and the wall of the chest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumothorax",1,1,2 ], "the introduction of air into the pleural cavity to collapse the lung: a former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pneumothorax",1,1,2 ], "treatment for tuberculosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "po",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for chamber pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "po-faced",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) wearing a disapproving stern expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poaceous",1,1,1 ], "(in former botanic classification) of, relating to, or belonging to the plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poaceous",1,1,1 ], "family Poaceae (grasses)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poach",1,1,1 ], "to catch (game, fish, etc|) illegally by trespassing on private property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poach",1,1,2 ], "idea, employee, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poach",1,1,2 ], "to encroach on or usurp (another person's rights, duties, etc|) or steal (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poach",1,1,3 ], "to take or play (shots that should belong to one's partner)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poach",1,1,4 ], "to become broken up in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poach",1,1,4 ], "to break up (land) into wet muddy patches, as by riding over it, or (of land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poach",1,2,1 ], "(of the feet, shoes, etc|) to sink into heavy wet ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poach",2,1,1 ], "to simmer (eggs, fish, etc|) very gently in water, milk, stock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poacher",1,1,1 ], "a person who illegally hunts game, fish, etc|, on someone else's property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poacher",2,1,1 ], "a metal pan with individual cups for poaching eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pochard",1,1,1 ], "Europe, the male of which has a grey-and-black body and a reddish head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pochard",1,1,1 ], "any of various diving ducks of the genera Aythya and Netta, esp| A| ferina of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pock",1,1,1 ], "any pustule resulting from an eruptive disease, esp| from smallpox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pock",1,1,2 ], "another word for pockmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket battleship",1,1,1 ], "a small warship specially built to conform with treaty limitations on tonnage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket battleship",1,1,1 ], "and armament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket billiards",1,1,1 ], "another name for pool ,2,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket billiards",1,1,2 ], "any game played on a table in which the object is to pocket the balls, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket billiards",1,1,2 ], "snooker and pool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket borough",1,1,1 ], "(before the Reform Act of 1832) an English borough constituency controlled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket borough",1,1,1 ], "inhabitants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pocket borough",1,1,1 ], "one person or family who owned the land|Such a borough normally had few if any" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket gopher",1,1,1 ], "the full name for gopher ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket money",1,1,1 ], "a small weekly sum of money given to children by parents as an allowance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket money",1,1,2 ], "money for day-to-day spending, incidental expenses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket mouse",1,1,1 ], "any small mouselike rodent with cheek pouches, of the genus Perognathus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket mouse",1,1,1 ], "desert regions of W North America: family Heteromyidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket veto",1,1,1 ], "the action of the President in retaining unsigned a bill passed by Congress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket veto",1,1,1 ], "within the last ten days of a session and thus causing it to die" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket veto",1,1,2 ], "any similar action by a state governor or other chief executive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,1 ], "a small bag or pouch in a garment for carrying small articles, money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,10 ], "suitable for fitting in a pocket; small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,2 ], "any bag or pouch or anything resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,2,1 ], "a cavity or hollow in the earth, etc|, such as one containing gold or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,2,1 ], "ore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,2,2 ], "the ore in such a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,3 ], "a small enclosed or isolated area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,4 ], "any of the six holes with pouches or nets let into the corners and sides of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,4 ], "billiard table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,5 ], "a position in a race in which a competitor is hemmed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,6 ], "a player in one of two side positions at the ends of the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,7 ], "in one's pocket| under one's control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,8 ], "in or out of pocket| having made a profit or loss, as after a transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,9 ], "line one's pockets| to make money, esp| by dishonesty when in a position of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,1,9 ], "trust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,2,1 ], "to put into one's pocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,2,2 ], "to take surreptitiously or unlawfully; steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,2,3 ], "to enclose or confine in or as if in a pocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,2,4 ], "to drive (a ball) into a pocket|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,2,5 ], "(esp| of the President) to retain (a bill) without acting on it in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,2,5 ], "prevent it from becoming law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocket",1,2,6 ], "to hem in (an opponent), as in racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocketbook",1,1,1 ], "a small bag or case for money, papers, etc|, carried by a handle or in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocketbook",1,1,1 ], "pocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pocketful",1,1,1 ], "as much as a pocket will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocketful",1,1,2 ], "a large amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pocketknife",1,1,1 ], "a small knife with one or more blades that fold into the handle; penknife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pockmark",1,1,1 ], "a pitted scar left on the skin after the healing of a smallpox or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pockmark",1,1,1 ], "pustule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pockmark",1,1,2 ], "any pitting of a surface that resembles or suggests such scars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pockmark",1,2,1 ], "to scar or pit (a surface) with pockmarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poco a poco",1,1,1 ], "little by little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poco",1,2,1 ], "a little to a small degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pococurante",1,1,1 ], "a person who is careless or indifferent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pococurante",1,2,1 ], "indifferent or apathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"contains several seeds and splits along both sides when ripe",2). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the fruit of any leguminous plant, consisting of a long two-valved case that",1). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the seed case as distinct from the seeds",1). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar fruit",1). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 1, 3],"a streamlined structure attached by a pylon to an aircraft and used to house a",1). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 1, 3],"jet engine (podded engine), fuel tank, armament, etc",2). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 2, 1],"to remove the pod or shell from (peas, beans, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pod" ,1, 2, 2],"(of a plant) to produce pods",1). c_DEF([ "pod",2,1,1 ], "a small group of animals, esp| seals, whales, or birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pod",3,1,1 ], "a straight groove along the length of certain augers and bits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pod",3,1,2 ], "the socket that holds the bit in a boring tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podagra",1,1,1 ], "gout of the foot or big toe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poddy",1,1,1 ], "a hand-fed calf or lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podesta",1,1,1 ], "(in modern Italy) a subordinate magistrate in some towns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podesta",1,1,2 ], "(in Fascist Italy) the chief magistrate of a commune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podesta",1,1,3 ], "(in medieval Italy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podesta",1,1,3,1 ], "any of the governors of the Lombard cities appointed by Frederick Barbarossa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podesta",1,1,3,2 ], "a chief magistrate in any of various republics, such as Florence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podgy",1,1,1 ], "podgier, podgiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podgy",1,1,2 ], "short and fat; chubby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podiatry",1,1,1 ], "another word for chiropody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podium",1,1,1 ], "a small raised platform used by lecturers, orchestra conductors, etc|; dais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podium",1,1,2 ], "a plinth that supports a colonnade or wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podium",1,1,3 ], "a low wall surrounding the arena of an ancient amphitheatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podium",1,1,3,1 ], "the terminal part of a vertebrate limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podium",1,1,3,2 ], "any footlike organ, such as the tube foot of a starfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podophyllin",1,1,1 ], "a bitter yellow resin obtained from the dried underground stems of the May" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podophyllin",1,1,1 ], "apple and mandrake: used as a cathartic and to treat warts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "podzol",1,1,1 ], "a type of soil characteristic of coniferous forest regions having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "podzol",1,1,1 ], "greyish-white colour in its upper leached layers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "podzolization" ,1, 1, 1],"podsolization or podzolisation, podsolisationn",1). c_DEF([ "podzolization" ,1, 1, 2],"leaching of bases which are deposited in the lower horizons| Hpodzolize , podsolize or",2). c_DEF([ "podzolization" ,1, 1, 2],"podzolise, podsolisevb| to make into or form a podzol",3). c_DEF([ "podzolization" ,1, 1, 2],"the process by which the upper layer of a soil becomes acidic through the",1). c_DEF([ "poem",1,1,1 ], "a composition in verse, usually characterized by concentrated and heightened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poem",1,1,1 ], "language in which words are chosen for their sound and suggestive power as well as for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poem",1,1,1 ], "their sense, and using such techniques as metre, rhyme, and alliteration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poem",1,1,2 ], "a literary composition that is not in verse but exhibits the intensity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poem",1,1,2 ], "imagination and language common to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poem",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling a poem in beauty, effect, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poenology",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of penology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poesy",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poesy",1,1,2 ], "the art of writing poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poesy",1,1,3 ], "a poem or verse, esp| one used as a motto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poet laureate",1,1,1 ], "officer of the Royal Household| The first was Ben Jonson in 1616" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poet laureate",1,1,1 ], "the poet appointed as court poet of Britain who is given a lifetime post as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poet" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who writes poetry",1). c_DEF([ "poet" ,1, 1, 2],"a person with great imagination and creativity",1). c_DEF([ "poetaster",1,1,1 ], "a writer of inferior verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetic justice",1,1,1 ], "fitting retribution; just deserts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetic licence",1,1,1 ], "in poetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poetic licence",1,1,1 ], "justifiable departure from conventional rules of form, fact, logic, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetic",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or befitting poetry, as in being elevated, sublime, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetic",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of a poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetic",1,1,4 ], "recounted in verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poeticize" ,1, 1, 1],"poetize or poeticise, poetisevb",1). c_DEF([ "poeticize" ,1, 1, 2],"to put into poetry or make poetic",1). c_DEF([ "poeticize" ,1, 1, 3],"to speak or write poetically",1). c_DEF([ "poetics",1,1,1 ], "literary criticism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poetics",1,1,1 ], "the principles and forms of poetry or the study of these, esp| as a form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetics",1,1,2 ], "a treatise on poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetry",1,1,1 ], "literature in metrical form; verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetry",1,1,2 ], "the art or craft of writing verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetry",1,1,3 ], "poetic qualities, spirit, or feeling in anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poetry",1,1,4 ], "anything resembling poetry in rhythm, beauty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poet|",1,1,1 ], "poetic(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poet|",1,1,2 ], "poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogey",1,1,1 ], "financial or other relief given to the unemployed by the government; dole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogey",1,1,2 ], "unemployment insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogey",1,1,2,1 ], "the office distributing relief to the unemployed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogey",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogge",1,1,1 ], "a European marine scorpaenoid fish, Agonus cataphractus, of northern European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogge",1,1,1 ], "plates: family Agonidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pogge",1,1,1 ], "waters, with a large head, long thin tail, and body completely covered with bony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pogge",1,1,2 ], "any other fish of the family Agonidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogo stick",1,1,1 ], "a stout pole with a handle at the top, steps for the feet and a spring at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogo stick",1,1,1 ], "bottom, so that the user can spring up, down, and along on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pogonia",1,1,1 ], "any orchid of the chiefly American genus Pogonia, esp| the snakesmouth, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogonia",1,1,1 ], "pink or white fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pogrom",1,1,1 ], "an organized persecution or extermination of an ethnic group, esp| of Jews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogy",1,1,1 ], "another name for the porgy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pogy",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of pogey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pohutukawa",1,1,1 ], "a myrtaceous New Zealand tree, Metrosideros tomentosa, with red flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pohutukawa",1,1,1 ], "hard red wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poi",1,1,1 ], "a Hawaiian dish made of the root of the taro baked, pounded to a paste, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poi",1,1,1 ], "fermented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poignant",1,1,1 ], "sharply distressing or painful to the feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poignant",1,1,2 ], "to the point; cutting or piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poignant",1,1,3 ], "keen or pertinent in mental appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poignant",1,1,4 ], "pungent in smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poikilothermic",1,1,1 ], "(of all animals except birds and mammals) having a body temperature that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poikilothermic",1,1,1 ], "varies with the temperature of the surroundings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poilu",1,1,1 ], "an infantryman in the French Army, esp| one in the front lines in World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poinciana",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the tropical caesalpiniaceous genus Poinciana, having large orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poinciana",1,1,1 ], "or red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poind",1,1,1 ], "distrain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poind",1,1,1 ], "to take (property of a debtor, etc|) in execution or by way of distress;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poind",1,1,2 ], "to impound (stray cattle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poinsettia",1,1,1 ], "Central America, widely cultivated for its showy scarlet bracts, which resemble petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poinsettia",1,1,1 ], "a euphorbiaceous shrub, Euphorbia (or Poinsettia)pulcherrima, of Mexico and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point d'appui",1,1,1 ], "a support or prop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point d'appui",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the base or area upon which a battle line was centred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point defect",1,1,1 ], "an imperfection in a crystal, characterized by one unoccupied lattice position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point defect",1,1,1 ], "or one interstitial atom, molecule, or ion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point duty",1,1,1 ], "and direct traffic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point duty",1,1,1 ], "the stationing of a policeman or traffic warden at a road junction to control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point group",1,1,1 ], "another term for crystal class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point lace",1,1,1 ], "lace made by a needle with buttonhole stitch on a paper pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point of honour",1,1,1 ], "a circumstance, event, etc|, that involves the defence of one's principles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point of honour",1,1,1 ], "social honour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point of inflection",1,1,1 ], "a stationary point on a curve at which the tangent is horizontal or vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point of inflection",1,1,1 ], "and where tangents on either side have the same sign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point of no return",1,1,1 ], "a point at which an irreversible commitment must be made to an action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point of no return",1,1,1 ], "progression, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point of order",1,1,1 ], "a question raised in a meeting or deliberative assembly by a member as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point of order",1,1,1 ], "whether the rules governing procedures are being breached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point of view",1,1,1 ], "a position from which someone or something is observed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point of view",1,1,2 ], "a mental viewpoint or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point of view",1,1,3 ], "the mental position from which a story is observed or narrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point off",1,1,1 ], "number to create a mixed decimal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point off",1,1,1 ], "to mark off from the right-hand side (a number of decimal places) in a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point out",1,1,1 ], "to indicate or specify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point source",1,1,1 ], "a source of light or other radiation that can be considered to have negligible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point source",1,1,1 ], "dimensions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point system",1,1,1 ], "a system of measurement using the point (see sense 19) as its unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point system",1,1,2 ], "a system for evaluation of achievement, as in education or industry, based on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point system",1,1,2 ], "awarding points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point system",1,1,3 ], "any system of writing or printing, such as Braille, that uses protruding dots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point up",1,1,1 ], "to emphasize, esp| by identifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,1 ], "a dot or tiny mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,10 ], "an essential element or thesis in an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,11 ], "a suggestion or tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,12 ], "a detail or item" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,13 ], "an important or outstanding characteristic, physical attribute, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,14 ], "a distinctive characteristic or quality of an animal, esp| one used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,14 ], "standard in judging livestock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,15 ], "any of the extremities, such as the tail, ears, or feet, of a domestic animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,16 ], "a single unit for measuring or counting, as in scoring of a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,17 ], "an informal name for behind ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18 ], "a unit of measurement equal to one twelfth of a pica, or approximately 0|01384" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18 ], "inch| There are approximately 72 points to the inch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,1 ], "a fielding position at right angles to the batsman on the off side and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,1 ], "a unit of value used to quote security and commodity prices and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,1 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,1 ], "fluctuations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,1 ], "one of the 32 marks on the circumference of a compass card indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,1 ], "relatively near the pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,2 ], "a fielder in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,2 ], "a percentage unit sometimes payable by a borrower as a premium on a loan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,2 ], "the angle of 11 degrees 15''between two adjacent marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,18,3 ], "a point on the horizon indicated by such a mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,19 ], "any of the numbers cast in the first throw in craps with which one neither" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,19 ], "wins nor loses by throwing them: 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,2 ], "a location, spot, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,20 ], "either of the two electrical contacts that make or break the current flow in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,20 ], "the distributor of an internal-combustion engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,21 ], "a junction of railway tracks in which a pair of rails can be moved so that a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,21 ], "train can be directed onto either of two lines|U|S| equivalent: switch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,22 ], "16th and 17th centuries to fasten clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,22 ], "a piece of ribbon, cord, etc|, with metal tags at the end: used during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,23 ], "a place or position on the board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,24 ], "an informal name for socket ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,25 ], "an aggressive position adopted in bayonet or sword drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,26 ], "the position of the body of a pointer or setter when it discovers game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,27 ], "a mark awarded for a scoring blow, knockdown, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,28 ], "any diacritic used in a writing system, esp| in a phonetic transcription, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,28 ], "indicate modifications of vowels or consonants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,29 ], "a unit of weight equal to 0|01 carat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,3 ], "any dot or mark used in writing or printing, such as a decimal point or a full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,3 ], "stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,30 ], "the act of pointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,31 ], "the position just inside the opponents' blue line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,32 ], "action, etc|, is expected to begin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,32 ], "at the point of| at the moment immediately before a specified condition," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,33 ], "beside the point| not pertinent; irrelevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,34 ], "case in point| a specific, appropriate, or relevant instance or example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,35 ], "in point of| in the matter of; regarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,36 ], "make a point of| to emphasize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,37 ], "not to put too fine a point on it| to speak plainly and bluntly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,38 ], "score points off| to gain an advantage at someone else's expense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,39 ], "stretch a point| to make a concession or exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,4 ], "the sharp tapered end of a pin, knife, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,40 ], "to the point| pertinent; relevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,41 ], "up to a point| not completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,5 ], "a pin, needle, or other object having such a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,5,1 ], "a geometric element having no dimensions and whose position in space is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,5,1 ], "located by means of its coordinates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,5,2 ], "a location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,6 ], "a promontory, usually smaller than a cape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,7 ], "a specific condition or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,8 ], "a moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,1,9 ], "an important or fundamental reason, aim, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,10,1 ], "to provide (a Hebrew or similar text) with vowel points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by at or to) to indicate the location or direction of by or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,2,1 ], "by extending (a finger or other pointed object) towards it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,3,1 ], "to indicate or identify a specific person or thing among several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,4,1 ], "goal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,4,1 ], "to direct or cause to go or face in a specific direction or towards a place or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,5,1 ], "to sharpen or taper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,6,1 ], "(of gun dogs) to indicate the place where game is lying by standing rigidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,6,1 ], "with the muzzle turned in its direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,7,1 ], "cement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,7,1 ], "to finish or repair the joints of (brickwork, masonry, etc|) with mortar or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,8,1 ], "music changes during chanting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,8,1 ], "to mark (a psalm text) with vertical lines to indicate the points at which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,8,2 ], "close to the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,8,2 ], "to steer (a sailing vessel) close to the wind or (of a sailing vessel) to sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point",1,9,1 ], "to provide (a letter or letters) with diacritics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-blank",1,1,1,1 ], "aimed or fired horizontally at a target without making allowance for the drop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-blank",1,1,1,1 ], "in the course of the projectile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point-blank",1,1,1,2 ], "permitting such aim or fire without loss of accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-blank",1,1,2 ], "aimed or fired at nearly zero range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-blank",1,1,3 ], "plain or blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-blank",1,2,1 ], "directly or straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-blank",1,2,2 ], "plainly or bluntly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-device",1,1,1 ], "very correct or perfect; precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-device",1,2,1 ], "to perfection; perfectly; precisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-to-point",1,1,1,1 ], "a steeplechase organized by a recognized hunt or other body, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "point-to-point",1,1,1,1 ], "restricted to amateurs riding horses that have been regularly used in hunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "point-to-point",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointe",1,1,1 ], "the tip of the toe (esp| in the phrase on pointes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointed arch",1,1,1 ], "another name for lancet arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointed",1,1,1 ], "having a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointed",1,1,2 ], "cutting or incisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointed",1,1,3 ], "obviously directed at or intended for a particular person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointed",1,1,4 ], "emphasized or made conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointed",1,1,5 ], "(of an arch or style of architecture employing such an arch) Gothic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointer",1,1,2 ], "an indicator on a measuring instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointer",1,1,3 ], "a long rod or cane used by a lecturer to point to parts of a map, blackboard," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointer",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pointer",1,1,4 ], "one of a breed of large swift hunting dogs, usually white with black, liver," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointer",1,1,4 ], "or lemon markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pointer",1,1,5 ], "a helpful piece of information or advice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointillism",1,1,1 ], "the technique of painting elaborated from impressionism, in which dots of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointillism",1,1,1 ], "the viewer's eye into appropriate intermediate tones" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pointillism",1,1,1 ], "unmixed colour are juxtaposed on a white ground so that from a distance they fuse in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pointing",1,1,1 ], "etc|, with mortar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pointing",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of repairing or finishing joints in brickwork, masonry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointless",1,1,1 ], "without a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointless",1,1,2 ], "without meaning, relevance, or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointless",1,1,3 ], "without a point scored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pointsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who operates railway points| U|S| equivalent: switchman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,1,1 ], "composure or dignity of manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,1,2 ], "physical balance or assurance in movement or bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,1,3 ], "the state of being balanced or stable; equilibrium; stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,1,4 ], "the position of hovering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,1,5 ], "suspense or indecision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,2,1 ], "to be or cause to be balanced or suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,3,1 ], "to hold, as in readiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",1,4,1 ], "a rare word for weigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poise",2,1,1 ], "0|1 newton second per square metre| Symbol: P" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "poise",2,1,1 ], "centimetre per second between two parallel planes 1 centimetre apart| It is equivalent to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poise",2,1,1 ], "force of 1 dyne per square centimetre maintains a difference in velocity of 1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poise",2,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of viscosity; the viscosity of a fluid in which a tangential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poised",1,1,1 ], "self-possessed; dignified; exhibiting composure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poised",1,1,2 ], "balanced and prepared for action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison dogwood",1,1,1 ], "another name for poison sumach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison gas",1,1,1 ], "a gaseous substance, such as chlorine, phosgene, or lewisite, used in warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison gas",1,1,1 ], "to kill or harm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poison hemlock",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for hemlock ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison ivy",1,1,1 ], "(or Toxicodendron), esp| R| radicans, which has small green flowers and whitish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poison ivy",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American anacardiaceous shrubs or vines of the genus Rhus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison ivy",1,1,1 ], "berries that cause an itching rash on contact" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poison oak",1,1,1 ], "diversiloba, that are related to the poison ivy and cause a similar rash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poison oak",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American anacardiaceous shrubs, Rhus toxicodendron or R|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison oak",1,1,2 ], "another name for poison ivy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison sumach",1,1,1 ], "an anacardiaceous swamp shrub, Rhus (or Toxicodendron)vernix of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison sumach",1,1,1 ], "southeastern U|S|, that has greenish-white berries and causes an itching rash on contact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poison sumach",1,1,1 ], "with the skin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,1 ], "any substance that can impair function, cause structural damage, or otherwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,1 ], "injure the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,2 ], "something that destroys, corrupts, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,3 ], "a substance that retards a chemical reaction or destroys or inhibits the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,3 ], "activity of a catalyst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,4 ], "a substance that absorbs neutrons in a nuclear reactor and thus slows down the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,4 ], "reaction| It may be added deliberately or formed during fission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,1,5 ], "what's your poisonInformal| what would you like to drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,2,1 ], "to give poison to (a person or animal) esp| with intent to kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,2,2 ], "to add poison to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,2,3 ], "to taint or infect with or as if with poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,2,4 ], "(foll| by against) to turn (a person's mind) against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,2,5 ], "to retard or stop (a chemical or nuclear reaction) by the action of a poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison",1,2,6 ], "to inhibit or destroy (the activity of a catalyst) by the action of a poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison-pen letter",1,1,1 ], "a letter written in malice, usually anonymously, and intended to abuse," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poison-pen letter",1,1,1 ], "frighten, or insult the recipient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poisonous",1,1,1 ], "having the effects or qualities of a poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poisonous",1,1,2 ], "capable of killing or inflicting injury; venomous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poisonous",1,1,3 ], "corruptive or malicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,1,1 ], "to jab or prod, as with the elbow, the finger, a stick, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,2,1 ], "to make (a hole, opening, etc|) by or as by poking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to thrust (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,3,1 ], "to hit with the fist; punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by in, out, out of, through, etc|) to protrude or cause to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,3,2 ], "protrude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,4,1 ], "to stir (a fire, pot, etc|) by poking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,5,1 ], "to meddle or intrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,6,1 ], "to search or pry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,7,1 ], "to loiter, potter, dawdle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,7,2 ], "poke fun at| to mock or ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,7,3 ], "poke one's nose into| to interfere with or meddle in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,8,1 ], "a jab or prod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,8,2 ], "short for slowpoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",1,8,3 ], "a blow with one's fist; punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",2,1,1 ], "a pocket or bag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",2,1,2 ], "a pig in a poke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",3,1,1 ], "a woman's bonnet with a brim that projects at the front, popular in the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",3,1,1 ], "and 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poke",3,1,2 ], "the brim itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poke",4,1,1 ], "short for pokeweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pokeberry",1,1,1 ], "the berry of the pokeweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pokeberry",1,1,2 ], "another name for the pokeweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pokelogan",1,1,1 ], "another name for bogan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poker face",1,1,1 ], "a face without expression, as that of a poker player attempting to conceal the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poker face",1,1,1 ], "value of his cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poker machine",1,1,1 ], "a fruit machine| Often shortened to pokie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poker",1,1,1 ], "a metal rod, usually with a handle, for stirring a fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poker",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that pokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poker",2,1,1 ], "a card game of bluff and skill in which bets are made on the hands dealt, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poker",2,1,1 ], "highest-ranking hand (containing the most valuable combinations of sequences and sets of cards)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poker",2,1,1 ], "winning the pool" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pokeweed" ,1, 1, 1],"pokeberry, or pokerootn",1). c_DEF([ "pokeweed" ,1, 1, 2],"Phytolaccaceae",3). c_DEF([ "pokeweed" ,1, 1, 2],"a tall North American plant, Phytolacca americana, that has small white",1). c_DEF([ "pokeweed" ,1, 1, 2],"flowers, juicy purple berries, and a poisonous purple root used medicinally: family",2). c_DEF([ "pokeweed" ,1, 1, 3],"Sometimes shortened to poke",1). c_DEF([ "pokie",1,1,1 ], "short for poker machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poky",1,1,1 ], "without speed or energy; slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poky",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of rooms) small and cramped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poky",1,2,1 ], "pokies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poky",1,2,2 ], "a U|S| slang word for jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polacre",1,1,1 ], "a three-masted sailing vessel used in the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar axis",1,1,1 ], "is measured anticlockwise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar axis",1,1,1 ], "the fixed line in a system of polar coordinates from which the polar angle, g," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar bear",1,1,1 ], "North Pole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar bear",1,1,1 ], "a white carnivorous bear, Thalarctos maritimus, of coastal regions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar body",1,1,1 ], "a tiny cell containing little cytoplasm that is produced with the ovum during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar body",1,1,1 ], "oogenesis when the oocyte undergoes meiosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar circle",1,1,1 ], "a term for either the Arctic Circle or Antarctic Circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar coordinates",1,1,1 ], "a pair of coordinates for locating a point in a plane by means of the length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar coordinates",1,1,1 ], "of a radius vector, r, which pivots about the origin to establish the angle, g," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar coordinates",1,1,1 ], "that the position of the point makes with a fixed line| Usually written (r, #Gg)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polar distance",1,1,1 ], "complement of the declination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar distance",1,1,1 ], "the angular distance of a star, planet, etc|, from the celestial pole; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar equation",1,1,1 ], "an equation in polar coordinates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar front",1,1,1 ], "a front dividing cold polar air from warmer temperate or tropical air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar lights",1,1,1 ], "hemisphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar lights",1,1,1 ], "the aurora borealis in the N hemisphere or the aurora australis in the S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar sequence",1,1,1 ], "a series of stars in the vicinity of the N celestial pole whose accurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar sequence",1,1,1 ], "determined magnitudes serve as the standard for visual and photographic magnitudes of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar sequence",1,1,1 ], "stars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,1 ], "or the area inside the Arctic or Antarctic Circles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,1 ], "situated at or near, coming from, or relating to either of the earth's poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,2 ], "having or relating to a pole or poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,3 ], "pivotal or guiding in the manner of the Pole Star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,4 ], "directly opposite, as in tendency or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,4,1 ], "(of a molecule or compound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,5 ], "being or having a molecule in which there is an uneven distribution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,5 ], "electrons and thus a permanent dipole moment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,5,2 ], "(of a crystal or substance) being or having a crystal that is bound by ionic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polar",1,1,5,2 ], "bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polarimeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the amount of polarization of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarimeter",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for measuring the rotation of the plane of polarization of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarimeter",1,1,2 ], "as a result of its passage through a liquid or solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polariscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting polarized light or for observing objects under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polariscope",1,1,1 ], "polarized light, esp| for detecting strain in transparent materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polarity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarity",1,1,2 ], "at different points, esp| magnetic poles or electric charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polarity",1,1,2 ], "the condition of a body or system in which it has opposing physical properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarity",1,1,3 ], "the particular state of a part of a body or system that has polarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarity",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polarity",1,1,4 ], "the state of having or expressing two directly opposite tendencies, opinions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarization",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having or giving polarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarization",1,1,2 ], "radiation are restricted to certain directions of vibration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polarization",1,1,2 ], "the process or phenomenon in which the waves of light or other electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarize",1,1,1 ], "to acquire or cause to acquire polarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarize",1,1,2 ], "to acquire or cause to acquire polarization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarography",1,1,1 ], "Because the cathode is small, polarization occurs and each type of anion is discharged" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polarography",1,1,1 ], "a technique for analysing and studying ions in solution by using an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polarography",1,1,1 ], "at a different potential| The apparatus (polarograph) usually employs a" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "polarography",1,1,1 ], "current against the potential to determine the concentration and nature of the ions|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polarography",1,1,1 ], "dropping-mercury cathode" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "polarography",1,1,1 ], "electrolytic cell with a very small cathode and obtaining a graph (polarogram) of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polder",1,1,1 ], "a stretch of land reclaimed from the sea or a lake, esp| in the Netherlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole horse",1,1,1 ], "a horse harnessed alongside the shaft (pole) of a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole star",1,1,1 ], "a guiding principle, rule, standard, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole vault" ,1, 1, 1],"a field event in which competitors attempt to clear a high bar with the aid",1). c_DEF([ "pole vault" ,1, 1, 1],"of an extremely flexible long pole",2). c_DEF([ "pole vault" ,1, 1, 2],"a single attempt in the pole vault",1). c_DEF([ "pole vault" ,1, 2, 1],"pole-vault",1). c_DEF([ "pole vault" ,1, 2, 2],"to perform a pole vault or compete in the pole vault",1). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,1 ], "a long slender usually round piece of wood, metal, or other material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,2 ], "hitched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,2 ], "the piece of timber on each side of which a pair of carriage horses are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3 ], "another name for rod ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3,1 ], "any light spar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3,1 ], "the inside lane of a racecourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3,2 ], "shrouds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3,2 ], "the part of a mast between the head and the attachment of the uppermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3,3 ], "along the side of a racecourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,3,3 ], "one of a number of markers placed at intervals of one sixteenth of a mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,4 ], "under bare poles| Nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,5 ], "(of a sailing vessel) with no sails set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,6 ], "up the pole| Brit| and Austral| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,6,1 ], "slightly mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,1,6,2 ], "mistaken; on the wrong track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,2,1 ], "to strike or push with a pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,3,1,1 ], "to set out (an area of land or garden) with poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,3,1,2 ], "to support (a crop, such as hops or beans) on poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,4,1 ], "to deoxidize (a molten metal, esp| copper) by stirring it with green wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,4,2 ], "to punt (a boat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,4,3 ], "(usually foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",1,4,4 ], "to scrounge (from) or impose (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,1 ], "either of the two antipodal points where the earth's axis of rotation meets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,1 ], "the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,2 ], "short for celestial pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,2,1 ], "either end of the axis of a cell, spore, ovum, or similar body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,2,1 ], "either of the two regions at the extremities of a magnet to which the lines of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,2,1 ], "force converge or from which they diverge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,2,2 ], "either end of the spindle formed during the metaphase of mitosis and meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,2,2 ], "either of two points or regions in a piece of material, system, etc|, at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,2,2 ], "there are opposite electric charges, as at the two terminals of a battery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,3 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,3 ], "the point on a neuron from which the axon or dendrites project from the cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,4 ], "either of two mutually exclusive or opposite actions, opinions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,5 ], "the origin in a system of polar or spherical coordinates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,6 ], "any fixed point of reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,7 ], "poles apart having widely divergent opinions, tastes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pole",2,1,8 ], "from pole to pole| throughout the entire world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poleaxe",1,1,1 ], "another term for battle-axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poleaxe",1,2,1 ], "to hit or fell with or as if with a poleaxe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polecat",1,1,1 ], "a dark brown musteline mammal, Mustela putorius, of woodlands of Europe, Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polecat",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant smell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polecat",1,1,1 ], "and N Africa, that is closely related to but larger than the weasel and gives off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polecat",1,1,2 ], "any of various related animals, such as the marbled polecat, Vormela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polecat",1,1,2 ], "peregusna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polecat",1,1,3 ], "a nontechnical name for skunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polemarch",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a civilian official, originally a supreme general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polemic",1,1,1 ], "of or involving dispute or controversy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polemic",1,2,1 ], "an argument or controversy, esp| over a doctrine, belief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polemic",1,2,2 ], "a person engaged in such an argument or controversy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polemics",1,1,1 ], "doctrine or belief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polemics",1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of dispute or argument, as in attacking or defending a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polemoniaceous",1,1,1 ], "family of plants that includes phlox and Jacob's ladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polemoniaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Polemoniaceae, a chiefly North American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polenta",1,1,1 ], "a thick porridge made in Italy, usually from maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poler",1,1,1 ], "another name for pole horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poler",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that poles, esp| a punter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poler",1,1,3 ], "an idler or sponger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poleyn",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour for protecting the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police court",1,1,1 ], "another name for magistrates' court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police court",1,1,2 ], "(in Scotland) an inferior court with limited jurisdiction, presided over by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police court",1,1,2 ], "lay magistrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "police dog",1,1,1 ], "a dog, esp| an Alsatian, trained to help the police, as in tracking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police officer",1,1,1 ], "(esp| as form of address): officer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "police officer",1,1,1 ], "a member of a police force, esp| a constable; policeman| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police state",1,1,1 ], "a state or country in which a repressive government maintains control through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police state",1,1,1 ], "the police" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "police station",1,1,1 ], "the office or headquarters of the police force of a district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,2 ], "order, the detection and prevention of crime, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,2 ], "the organized civil force of a state, concerned with maintenance of law and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,3 ], "the members of such a force collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,3,1 ], "of law, the prevention of crime, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,3,1 ], "the regulation and control of a community, esp| in regard to the enforcement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,1,3,2 ], "the department of government concerned with this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,2,1 ], "to regulate, control, or keep in order by means of a police or similar force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "police",1,2,2 ], "to make or keep (a military camp, etc|) clean and orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "policeman" ,1, 1, 1],"a member of a police force, esp| one holding the rank of constable",1). c_DEF([ "policeman's helmet",1,1,1 ], "a Himalayan balsaminaceous plant, Impatiens glandulifera, with large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "policeman's helmet",1,1,1 ], "purplish-pink flowers, introduced into Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "policy science",1,1,1 ], "a branch of the social sciences concerned with the formulation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "policy science",1,1,1 ], "implementation of policy in bureaucracies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "policy",1,1,1 ], "a plan of action adopted or pursued by an individual, government, party," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "policy",1,1,1 ], "business, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "policy",1,1,2 ], "wisdom, prudence, shrewdness, or sagacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "policy",1,1,3 ], "the improved grounds surrounding a country house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "policy",2,1,1 ], "a document containing a contract of insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "policyholder",1,1,1 ], "a person or organization in whose name an insurance policy is registered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polio",1,1,1 ], "short for poliomyelitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poliomyelitis",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious viral disease, esp| affecting children| In its paralytic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poliomyelitis",1,1,1 ], "form (acute anterior poliomyelitis) the brain and spinal cord are involved, causing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poliomyelitis",1,1,1 ], "weakness, paralysis, and wasting of muscle| Often shortened to polio" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek city-state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish off",1,1,1 ], "to finish or process completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish off",1,1,2 ], "to dispose of or kill; eliminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish up",1,1,1 ], "to make or become smooth and shiny by polishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish up",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on) to study or practise until adept at; improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish",1,1,1 ], "to make or become smooth and shiny by rubbing, esp| with wax or an abrasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish",1,2,1 ], "to make perfect or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish",1,2,2 ], "to make or become elegant or refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish",1,3,1 ], "a finish or gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish",1,3,2 ], "the act of polishing or the condition of having been polished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish",1,3,3 ], "a substance used to produce a smooth and shiny, often protective surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polish",1,3,4 ], "elegance or refinement, esp| in style, manner, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polished",1,1,1 ], "accomplished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polished",1,1,2 ], "impeccably or professionally done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polished",1,1,3 ], "(of rice) having had the outer husk removed by milling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polite",1,1,1 ], "courteous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polite",1,1,1 ], "showing a great regard for others, as in manners, speech, behaviour, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polite",1,1,2 ], "cultivated or refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polite",1,1,3 ], "elegant or polished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politesse",1,1,1 ], "formal or genteel politeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politic",1,1,1 ], "artful or shrewd; ingenious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politic",1,1,2 ], "crafty or unscrupulous; cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politic",1,1,3 ], "sagacious, wise, or prudent, esp| in statesmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politic",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political economy",1,1,1 ], "the former name for economics ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political science",1,1,1 ], "(esp| as an academic subject) the study of the state, government, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political science",1,1,1 ], "politics: one of the social sciences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,1 ], "administration, policy-making, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the state, government, the body politic, public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,1,1 ], "administration or law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,1,1 ], "of, involved in, or relating to government policy-making as distinguished from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,1,2 ], "military" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the civil aspects of government as distinguished from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,2 ], "of, dealing with, or relating to politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,3 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to the parties and the partisan aspects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,3 ], "politics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "political",1,1,4 ], "organized or ordered with respect to government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politician",1,1,1 ], "a deliberative assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "politician",1,1,1 ], "a person actively engaged in politics, esp| a full-time professional member of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politician",1,1,2 ], "a person who is experienced or skilled in the art or science of politics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politician",1,1,2 ], "government, or administration; statesman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "politician",1,1,3 ], "a person who engages in politics out of a wish for personal gain, as realized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politician",1,1,3 ], "by holding a public office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "politicize",1,1,1 ], "to render political in tone, interest, or awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politicize",1,2,1 ], "to participate in political discussion or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politicking",1,1,1 ], "political activity, esp| seeking votes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politico",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for a politician 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politico-",1,1,1 ], "denoting political or politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,1 ], "administrating states and other political units; the art and science of government; political" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,1 ], "science" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,1 ], "the practice or study of the art and science of forming, directing, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,2 ], "relationships involving authority or power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,2 ], "the complex or aggregate of relationships of men in society, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,3 ], "political activities or affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,4 ], "the business or profession of politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,5 ], "any activity concerned with the acquisition of power, gaining one's own ends," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,5 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,6 ], "opinions, principles, sympathies, etc|, with respect to politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,6,1 ], "administrative, or legal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,6,1 ], "the policy-formulating aspects of government as distinguished from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "politics",1,1,6,2 ], "the civil functions of government as distinguished from the military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polity",1,1,1 ], "a form of government or organization of a state, church, society, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polity",1,1,1 ], "constitution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polity",1,1,2 ], "a politically organized society, state, city, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polity",1,1,3 ], "the management of public or civil affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polity",1,1,4 ], "political organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polit|",1,1,1 ], "political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polit|",1,1,2 ], "politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polje",1,1,1 ], "a large elliptical depression in karst regions, sometimes containing a marsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polje",1,1,1 ], "or small lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polka dot",1,1,1 ], "one of a pattern of small circular regularly spaced spots on a fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polka dot",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric or pattern with such spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polka dot",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polka" ,1, 1, 1],"a 19th-century Bohemian dance with three steps and a hop, in fast duple time",1). c_DEF([ "polka" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance",1). c_DEF([ "polka" ,1, 2, 1],"to dance a polka",1). c_DEF([ "poll tax",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied as a prerequisite for voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,1 ], "the casting, recording, or counting of votes in an election; a voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,2 ], "the result or quantity of such a voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,2,1 ], "a canvassing of a representative sample of a large group of people on some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,2,1 ], "question in order to determine the general opinion of the group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,2,2 ], "the results or record of such a canvassing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,3 ], "any counting or enumeration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,4 ], "short for poll tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,5 ], "a list or enumeration of people, esp| for taxation or voting purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,6 ], "the striking face of a hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,1,7 ], "the occipital or back part of the head of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,1 ], "to receive (a vote or quantity of votes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,2 ], "to receive, take, or record the votes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,3 ], "to canvass (a person, group, area, etc|) as part of a survey of opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,4 ], "jury, conference, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,4 ], "to take the vote, verdict, opinion, etc|, individually of each member (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,5 ], "to cast (a vote) in an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,6 ], "to clip or shear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poll",1,2,7 ], "to remove or cut short the horns of (cattle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollack",1,1,1 ], "a gadoid food fish, Pollachius pollachius, that has a dark green back and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollack",1,1,1 ], "projecting lower jaw and occurs in northern seas, esp| the North Atlantic Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollan",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of the whitefish Coregonus pollan that occur in lakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollan",1,1,1 ], "in Scotland and Northern Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollard",1,1,1 ], "an animal, such as a sheep or deer, that has either shed its horns or antlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollard",1,1,1 ], "or has had them removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollard",1,1,2 ], "a tree that has had its branches cut back to encourage a more bushy growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollard",1,2,1 ], "to convert into a pollard; poll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polled",1,1,1 ], "(of animals, esp| cattle) having the horns cut off or being naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polled",1,1,1 ], "hornless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polled",1,1,2 ], "shorn of hair; bald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollen analysis",1,1,1 ], "another name for palynology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollen basket",1,1,1 ], "the part of the hind leg of a bee that is specialized for carrying pollen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollen basket",1,1,1 ], "typically consisting of a trough bordered by long hairs| Technical name: corbicula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollen count",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the pollen present in the air over a 24-hour period, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollen count",1,1,1 ], "published to enable sufferers from hay fever to predict the severity of their attacks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollen tube",1,1,1 ], "a hollow tubular outgrowth that develops from a pollen grain after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollen tube",1,1,1 ], "pollination, grows down the style to the ovule, and conveys male gametes to the egg cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollen",1,1,1 ], "a fine powdery substance produced by the anthers of seed-bearing plants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollen",1,1,1 ], "consisting of numerous fine grains containing the male gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollex",1,1,1 ], "such as the thumb of man and other primates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollex",1,1,1 ], "the first digit of the forelimb of amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollinate",1,1,1 ], "to transfer pollen from the anthers to the stigma of (a flower)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polliniferous",1,1,1 ], "producing pollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polliniferous",1,1,2 ], "specialized for carrying pollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollinium",1,1,1 ], "a mass of cohering pollen grains, produced by plants such as orchids and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollinium",1,1,1 ], "transported as a whole during pollination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollinosis",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for hay fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polliwog",1,1,1 ], "a sailor who has not crossed the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polliwog",1,1,2 ], "another name for tadpole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollster",1,1,1 ], "a person who conducts opinion polls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollucite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless rare mineral consisting of a hydrated caesium aluminium silicate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollucite",1,1,1 ], "an important source of caesium| Formula: CsAlSi2O6|F1/2H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pollucite",1,1,1 ], "often containing some rubidium| It occurs in coarse granite, esp| in Manitoba, and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollutant",1,1,1 ], "a substance that pollutes, esp| a chemical or similar substance that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollutant",1,1,1 ], "produced as a waste product of an industrial process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pollute",1,1,1 ], "to contaminate, as with poisonous or harmful substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollute",1,1,2 ], "to make morally corrupt or impure; sully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pollute",1,1,3 ], "to desecrate or defile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polluted",1,1,1 ], "made unclean or impure; contaminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polluted",1,1,2 ], "intoxicated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polo",1,1,1 ], "a game similar to hockey played on horseback using long-handled mallets and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polo",1,1,1 ], "wooden ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polo",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar games, such as one played on bicycles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polo",1,1,3 ], "short for water polo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polo",1,1,3,1 ], "a collar on a garment, worn rolled over to fit closely round the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polo",1,1,3,2 ], "a garment, esp| a sweater, with such a collar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polonaise",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial marchlike dance in three-four time from Poland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polonaise",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polonaise",1,1,3 ], "a woman's costume with a tight bodice and an overskirt drawn back to show a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polonaise",1,1,3 ], "decorative underskirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polonium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Po; atomic no|: 84; half-life of most stable isotope, '2'0'9Po: 103 years;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polonium",1,1,1 ], "The isotope polonium-210 is produced artificially and is used as a light-weight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polonium",1,1,1 ], "a very rare radioactive element that occurs in trace amounts in uranium ores|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polonium",1,1,1 ], "power source in satellites and to eliminate static electricity in certain industries|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polonium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2,4, or 6; melting pt|: 254 degrees C; boiling pt|: 962 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "polony",1,1,1 ], "another name for Bologna sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poltergeist",1,1,1 ], "a spirit believed to manifest its presence by rappings and other noises and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poltergeist",1,1,1 ], "also by acts of mischief, such as throwing furniture about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poltroon",1,1,1 ], "an abject or contemptible coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poltroon",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for cowardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poly",1,1,1 ], "short for polytechnic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poly-",1,1,1 ], "more than one; many or much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poly-",1,1,2 ], "having an excessive or abnormal number or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyadelphous",1,1,1 ], "(of stamens) having united filaments so that they are arranged in three or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyadelphous",1,1,1 ], "more groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyadelphous",1,1,2 ], "(of flowers) having polyadelphous stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyamide",1,1,1 ], "-CONH- groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyamide",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of synthetic polymeric materials containing recurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyandry",1,1,1 ], "same time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyandry",1,1,1 ], "the practice or condition of being married to more than one husband at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyandry",1,1,2 ], "breeding season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyandry",1,1,2 ], "the practice in animals of a female mating with more than one male during one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyandry",1,1,3 ], "the condition in flowers of having a large indefinite number of stamens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyanthus",1,1,1 ], "any of several hybrid garden primroses, esp| Primula polyantha, which has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyanthus",1,1,1 ], "brightly coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyanthus",1,1,2 ], "having clusters of small yellow or white fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyanthus",1,1,2 ], "polyanthus narcissus| a Eurasian amaryllidaceous plant, Narcissus tazetta," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyatomic",1,1,1 ], "(of a molecule) containing more than two atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polybasic",1,1,1 ], "(of an acid) having two or more replaceable hydrogen atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polybasite",1,1,1 ], "a grey to black metallic mineral consisting of a sulphide of silver, antimony," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polybasite",1,1,1 ], "and copper in the form of platelike monoclinic crystals| It occurs in veins of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polybasite",1,1,1 ], "silver ore| Formula: (Ag,Cu)16Sb2S11" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polycarpellary",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant gynoecium) having or consisting of many carpels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycarpic",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant) able to produce flowers and fruit several times in succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycarpous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having a gynoecium consisting of many distinct carpels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycentrism",1,1,1 ], "Communist world today" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polycentrism",1,1,1 ], "predominant ideological or political centre in a political system, alliance, etc|, in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polycentrism",1,1,1 ], "the fact, principle, or advocacy of the existence of more than one guiding or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polychaete" ,1, 1, 1],"any marine annelid worm of the class Polychaeta, having a distinct head and",1). c_DEF([ "polychaete" ,1, 1, 1],"paired fleshy appendages (parapodia) that bear bristles (chaetae or setae) and are",2). c_DEF([ "polychaete" ,1, 1, 1],"used in swimming: includes the lugworms, ragworms, and sea mice",3). c_DEF([ "polychaete" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the class Polychaeta",1). c_DEF([ "polychasium",1,1,1 ], "a cymose inflorescence in which three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polychromatic" ,1, 1, 1],"polychromic, or polychromousadj",1). c_DEF([ "polychromatic" ,1, 1, 2],"having various or changing colours",1). c_DEF([ "polychromatic" ,1, 1, 3],"(of light or other electromagnetic radiation) containing radiation with more",1). c_DEF([ "polychromatic" ,1, 1, 3],"than one wavelength",2). c_DEF([ "polychrome",1,1,1 ], "having various or changing colours; polychromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polychrome",1,1,2 ], "made with or decorated in various colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polychrome",1,2,1 ], "a work of art or artefact in many colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polychromy",1,1,1 ], "decoration in many colours, esp| in architecture or sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyclinic",1,1,1 ], "a hospital or clinic able to treat a wide variety of diseases: general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyclinic",1,1,1 ], "hospital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyconic projection",1,1,1 ], "a type of conic projection in which the parallels are not concentric and all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyconic projection",1,1,1 ], "conformal, but is suitable for maps of areas or countries of great longitudinal extent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polyconic projection",1,1,1 ], "meridians except the central one are curved lines| It is neither equal-area nor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polycotyledon",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants, esp| gymnosperms, that have or appear to have more than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycotyledon",1,1,1 ], "two cotyledons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polycrystal",1,1,1 ], "an object composed of randomly orient crystals, formed by rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycrystal",1,1,1 ], "solidification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polycyclic",1,1,1 ], "(of a molecule or compound) containing or having molecules that contain two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycyclic",1,1,1 ], "more closed rings of atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polycyclic",1,1,2 ], "having two or more rings or whorls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycyclic",1,2,1 ], "a polycyclic compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycythemia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal condition of the blood characterized by an increase in the number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polycythemia",1,1,1 ], "of red blood cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polydactyl",1,1,1 ], "(of man and other vertebrates) having more than the normal number of digits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polydactyl",1,2,1 ], "a human or other vertebrate having more than the normal number of digits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polydemic",1,1,1 ], "growing in or inhabiting more than two regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polydipsia",1,1,1 ], "excessive thirst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyembryony",1,1,1 ], "occurs in certain plants and parasitic hymenopterous insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyembryony",1,1,1 ], "the production of more than one embryo from a single fertilized egg cell:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyester",1,1,1 ], "any of a large class of synthetic materials that are polymers containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyester",1,1,1 ], "recurring -COO- groups: used as plastics, textile fibres, and adhesives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyethylene",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for polythene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygala",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous plant or small shrub of the polygalaceous genus Polygala" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygalaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowers with two large outer petal-like sepals, three small sepals, and three to five" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygalaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Polygalaceae, a family of plants having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygalaceous",1,1,1 ], "petals: includes milkwort" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polygamy",1,1,1 ], "the practice of being married to more than one woman at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygamy",1,1,1,1 ], "plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygamy",1,1,1,1 ], "the condition of having male, female, and hermaphrodite flowers on the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygamy",1,1,1,2 ], "the condition of having these different types of flower on separate plants of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygamy",1,1,1,2 ], "the same species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygamy",1,1,2 ], "season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygamy",1,1,2 ], "the practice in male animals of having more than one mate during one breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygene",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of genes that each produce a small quantitative effect on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygene",1,1,1 ], "particular characteristic of the phenotype, such as height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygenesis",1,1,1 ], "evolution of a polyphyletic organism or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygenesis",1,1,2 ], "ancestors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygenesis",1,1,2 ], "the hypothetical descent of the different races of man from different ultimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyglot",1,1,1 ], "having a command of many languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyglot",1,1,2 ], "written in, composed of, or containing many languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyglot",1,2,1 ], "a person with a command of many languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyglot",1,2,2 ], "a book, esp| a Bible, containing several versions of the same text written in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyglot",1,2,2 ], "various languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyglot",1,2,3 ], "a mixture or confusion of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygon",1,1,1 ], "360 degrees | A regular polygon has all its sides and angles equal| Specific" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polygon",1,1,1 ], "a closed plane figure consisting of three or more straight sides that connect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygon",1,1,1 ], "interior angles is (n - 2) X 180 degrees for n sides; the sum of the exterior angles is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polygon",1,1,1 ], "polygons are named according to the number of sides, such as triangle, pentagon, etc" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "polygon",1,1,1 ], "three or more points (the vertices), none of the sides intersecting| The sum of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygonaceous",1,1,1 ], "family of plants having a sheathing stipule (ocrea) clasping the stem and small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygonaceous",1,1,1 ], "inconspicuous flowers: includes dock, sorrel, buckwheat, knotgrass, and rhubarb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polygonaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Polygonaceae, a chiefly N temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygonum",1,1,1 ], "any polygonaceous plant of the genus Polygonum, having stems with knotlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygonum",1,1,1 ], "joints and spikes of small white, green, or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygraph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for the simultaneous electrical or mechanical recording of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygraph",1,1,1 ], "respiration, and perspiration, used esp| as a lie detector" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polygraph",1,1,1 ], "several involuntary physiological activities, including blood pressure, pulse rate," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygraph",1,1,2 ], "a device for producing copies of written, printed, or drawn matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygyny",1,1,1 ], "breeding season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polygyny",1,1,1 ], "the practice in animals of a male mating with more than one female during one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polygyny",1,1,2 ], "the condition in flowers of having many styles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyhedral angle",1,1,1 ], "a geometric configuration formed by the intersection of three or more planes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyhedral angle",1,1,1 ], "such as the faces of a polyhedron, that have a common vertex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyhedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure consisting of four or more plane faces (all polygons), pairs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyhedron",1,1,1 ], "other| Specific polyhedrons are named according to the number of faces, such as" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polyhedron",1,1,1 ], "polyhedron all the faces are identical regular polygons making equal angles with each" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polyhedron",1,1,1 ], "tetrahedron, icosahedron, etc" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "polyhedron",1,1,1 ], "which meet along an edge, three or more edges meeting at a vertex|In a regular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyhydric",1,1,1 ], "another word for polyhydroxy, esp| when applied to alcohols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyhydroxy",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical compound) containing two or more hydroxyl groups per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyisoprene",1,1,1 ], "any of various polymeric forms of isoprene, occurring in rubbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymath",1,1,1 ], "a person of great and varied learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymer",1,1,1 ], "a naturally occurring or synthetic compound, such as starch or Perspex, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymer",1,1,1 ], "has large molecules made up of many relatively simple repeated units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymeric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or being a polymer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymerization",1,1,1 ], "in which a polymer is formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymerization",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of forming a polymer or copolymer, esp| a chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymerize",1,1,1 ], "to react or cause to react to form a polymer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymerous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having the petals, sepals, and other parts arranged in whorls of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymerous",1,1,1 ], "many parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymerous",1,1,2 ], "having or being composed of many parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorph",1,1,1 ], "a species of animal or plant that exhibits polymorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorph",1,1,2 ], "any of the crystalline forms of a chemical compound that exhibits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorph",1,1,2 ], "polymorphism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymorph",1,1,3 ], "a common type of white blood cell that has a lobed nucleus and granular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorph",1,1,3 ], "cytoplasm and functions as a phagocyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphism",1,1,1,1 ], "an interbreeding population" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphism",1,1,1,1 ], "the occurrence of more than one form of individual in a single species within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphism",1,1,1,2 ], "coelenterate colony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphism",1,1,1,2 ], "the occurrence of more than one form in the individual polyps of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphism",1,1,2 ], "compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphism",1,1,2 ], "the existence or formation of different types of crystal of the same chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphonuclear",1,1,1 ], "(of a leucocyte) having a lobed or segmented nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphous",1,1,1 ], "having, taking, or passing through many different forms or stages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphous",1,1,2 ], "(of a substance) exhibiting polymorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymorphous",1,1,3 ], "(of an animal or plant) displaying or undergoing polymorphism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymyxin",1,1,1 ], "any of several toxic polypeptide antibiotics active against Gram-negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polymyxin",1,1,1 ], "bacteria, obtained from the soil bacterium Bacillus polymyxa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyneuritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of many nerves at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polynomial" ,1, 1, 1],"of, consisting of, or referring to two or more names or terms",1). c_DEF([ "polynomial" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"a mathematical expression consisting of a sum of terms each of which is the",1). c_DEF([ "polynomial" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"power| For one variable, x, the general form is given by",3). c_DEF([ "polynomial" ,1, 2, 1, 1],"product of a constant and one or more variables raised to a positive or zero integral",2). c_DEF([ "polynomial" ,1, 2, 2],"any mathematical expression consisting of the sum of a number of terms",1). c_DEF([ "polynomial" ,1, 2, 3],"a taxonomic name consisting of more than two terms, such as Parus major minor",1). c_DEF([ "polynomial" ,1, 2, 3],"in which minor designates the subspecies",2). c_DEF([ "polynuclear",1,1,1 ], "having many nuclei; multinuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polynucleotide",1,1,1 ], "a molecular chain of nucleotides chemically bonded by a series of ester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polynucleotide",1,1,1 ], "linkages between the phosphoryl group of one nucleotide and the hydroxyl group of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polynucleotide",1,1,1 ], "polynucleotides" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polynucleotide",1,1,1 ], "sugar in the adjacent nucleotide| Nucleic acids consist of long chains of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polynya",1,1,1 ], "a stretch of open water surrounded by ice, esp| near the mouths of large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polynya",1,1,1 ], "rivers, in arctic seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyonymous",1,1,1 ], "having or known by several different names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyp",1,1,1 ], "a hollow cylindrical body with a ring of tentacles around the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyp",1,1,1 ], "one of the two forms of individual that occur in coelenterates| It usually has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyp",1,1,2 ], "a small vascularized growth arising from the surface of a mucous membrane," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyp",1,1,2 ], "having a rounded base or a stalklike projection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polypary",1,1,1 ], "coral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polypary",1,1,1 ], "the common base and connecting tissue of a colony of coelenterate polyps, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypeptide",1,1,1 ], "amino acids linked by peptide bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polypeptide",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of relatively short-chained proteins consisting of several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypetalous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having many distinct or separate petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphagia",1,1,1,1 ], "a neurological disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphagia",1,1,1,1 ], "an abnormal desire to consume excessive amounts of food, esp| as the result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphagia",1,1,1,2 ], "an insatiable appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphagia",1,1,2 ], "different types of food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphagia",1,1,2 ], "the habit of certain animals, esp| certain insects, of feeding on many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphase",1,1,1 ], "frequency, the phases of which are cyclically displaced by fractions of a period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphase",1,1,1 ], "having, generating, or using two or more alternating voltages of the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphase",1,1,2 ], "having more than one phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphone",1,1,1 ], "a letter or character having more than one phonetic value, such as English c," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphone",1,1,1 ], "pronounced (k) before a, o, or u or (s) before e or i" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphonic prose",1,1,1 ], "a rhythmically free prose employing poetic devices, such as assonance and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphonic prose",1,1,1 ], "alliteration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphonic",1,1,1 ], "composed of relatively independent melodic lines or parts; contrapuntal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphonic",1,1,2 ], "many-voiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphonic",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a polyphone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphony",1,1,1 ], "polyphonic style of composition or a piece of music utilizing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphony",1,1,2 ], "the use of polyphones in a writing system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "Hn2PnO3n1| The first member is pyrophosphoric acid (n,=,2) and the series includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "any one of a series of oxyacids of phosphorus with the general formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "highly polymeric metaphosphoric acid| The higher acids exist in an equilibrium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polyphosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "mixture" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polyphosphoric acid",1,1,2 ], "a glassy or liquid mixture of orthophosphoric and polyphosphoric acids: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphosphoric acid",1,1,2 ], "industrially as a dehydrating agent, catalyst, and oxidizing agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphyletic",1,1,1 ], "animals or plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyphyletic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characterized by descent from more than one ancestral group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyphyodont",1,1,1 ], "having many successive sets of teeth, as fishes and other lower vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyploid",1,1,1 ], "(of cells, organisms, etc|) having more than twice the basic (haploid) number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyploid",1,1,1 ], "of chromosomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyploid",1,2,1 ], "an individual or cell of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypod",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of insect larvae) having many legs or similar appendages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypod",1,2,1 ], "an animal of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypody",1,1,1 ], "any of various ferns of the genus Polypodium, esp| P| vulgare, having deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypody",1,1,1 ], "divided leaves and round naked sori: family Polypodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polypoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a polyp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypoid",1,1,2 ], "(of a coelenterate) having the body in the form of a polyp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypropylene",1,1,1 ], "any of various tough flexible synthetic thermoplastic materials made by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polypropylene",1,1,1 ], "fibres for ropes, bristles, upholstery, and carpets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polypropylene",1,1,1 ], "polymerizing propylene and used for making moulded articles, laminates, bottles, pipes, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyprotodont",1,1,1 ], "any marsupial of the group Polyprotodontia, characterized by four or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyprotodont",1,1,1 ], "upper incisor teeth on each side of the jaw: includes the opossums and bandicoots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyptych",1,1,1 ], "an altarpiece consisting of more than three panels, set with paintings or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyptych",1,1,1 ], "carvings, and usually hinged for folding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polypus",1,1,1 ], "another word for polyp ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyrhythm",1,1,1 ], "a style of composition in which each part exhibits different rhythms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysaccharide",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of carbohydrates whose molecules contain linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysaccharide",1,1,1 ], "monosaccharide units: includes starch, inulin, and cellulose| General formula: (C\6H\1\0O\5)n" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polysemy",1,1,1 ], "ambiguity of individual words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysepalous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having distinct separate sepals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysomic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating a basically diploid chromosome complement, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysomic",1,1,1 ], "which some but not all the chromosomes are represented more than twice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polystyrene",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic thermoplastic material obtained by polymerizing styrene; used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polystyrene",1,1,1 ], "material in light fittings and water tanks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polystyrene",1,1,1 ], "white rigid foam (expanded polystyrene) for insulating and packing and as a glasslike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polysulphide",1,1,1 ], "any sulphide of a metal containing divalent anions in which there are chains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysulphide",1,1,1 ], "of sulphur atoms, as in the polysulphides of sodium, Na2S2, Na2S3, Na2S4, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polysyllable",1,1,1 ], "a word consisting of more than two syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysyllogism",1,1,1 ], "a chain of syllogisms in which the conclusion of one syllogism serves as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysyllogism",1,1,1 ], "premiss for the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polysyndeton",1,1,1 ], "omitted, as in he ran and jumped and laughed for joy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polysyndeton",1,1,1 ], "the use of several conjunctions in close succession, esp| where some might be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysyndeton",1,1,2 ], "a sentence containing more than two coordinate clauses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polysynthetic",1,1,1 ], "clauses are expressed in a single word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polysynthetic",1,1,1 ], "denoting languages, such as Eskimo, in which the meanings of whole phrases or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytechnic",1,1,1 ], "a college offering advanced full- and part-time courses in many fields at and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytechnic",1,1,1 ], "below degree standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polytechnic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to technical instruction and training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytetrafluoroethylene",1,1,1 ], "a white thermoplastic material with a waxy texture, made by polymerizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytetrafluoroethylene",1,1,1 ], "and in nonstick cooking vessels" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "polytetrafluoroethylene",1,1,1 ], "electrical resistance and an extremely low coefficient of friction| It is used for making" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polytetrafluoroethylene",1,1,1 ], "gaskets, hoses, insulators, bearings, and for coating metal surfaces in chemical plants" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polytetrafluoroethylene",1,1,1 ], "tetrafluoroethylene| It is nonflammable, resists chemical action and radiation, and has a high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polytheism",1,1,1 ], "the worship of or belief in more than one god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polythene",1,1,1 ], "(high-density polythene)| Polythene is used for packaging, moulded articles, pipes and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polythene",1,1,1 ], "any one of various light thermoplastic materials made from ethylene with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polythene",1,1,1 ], "flexible plastic (low-density polythene) and a tougher rigid more crystalline from" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polythene",1,1,1 ], "polyethylene" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "polythene",1,1,1 ], "properties depending on the molecular weight of the polymer| The common forms are a waxy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polythene",1,1,1 ], "tubing, insulation, textiles, and coatings on metal" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "polytonality",1,1,1 ], "the simultaneous use of more than two different keys or tonalities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytrophic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of bacteria) obtaining food from several different organic sources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytypic",1,1,1 ], "existing in, consisting of, or incorporating several different types or forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytypic",1,1,2 ], "(of a taxonomic group) having many subdivisions, esp| (of a species) having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polytypic",1,1,2 ], "many subspecies and geographical races" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyunsaturated",1,1,1 ], "consist of long carbon chains with many double bonds| Polyunsaturated compounds are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyunsaturated",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a class of animal and vegetable fats, the molecules of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyunsaturated",1,1,1 ], "widely used in some margarines and in paints and varnishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polyurethane",1,1,1 ], "a class of synthetic materials made by copolymerizing an isocyanate and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyurethane",1,1,1 ], "for diaphragms and seals" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "polyurethane",1,1,1 ], "packing, as fibres and hard inert coatings, and in a flexible form (polyurethane rubber)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polyurethane",1,1,1 ], "polyhydric alcohol and commonly used as a foam (polyurethane foam) for insulation and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyvalent",1,1,1 ], "having more than one valency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvalent",1,1,2 ], "(of a vaccine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvalent",1,1,2,1 ], "antigen, or toxin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyvalent",1,1,2,1 ], "effective against several strains of the same disease-producing microorganism," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvalent",1,1,2,2 ], "produced from cultures containing several strains of the same microorganism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless tasteless resin used in emulsion paints and adhesives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "and for sealing porous surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinyl chloride",1,1,1 ], "the full name of PVC" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinyl resin",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of thermoplastic resins that are made by polymerizing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinyl resin",1,1,1 ], "copolymerizing a vinyl compound| The commonest type is PVC" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifierdesignating a plastic or resin formed by polymerization of a vinyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinyl",1,1,1 ], "derivative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinylidene chloride",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of thermoplastic materials formed by the polymerization of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinylidene chloride",1,1,1 ], "equipment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "polyvinylidene chloride",1,1,1 ], "vinylidene chloride: used in packaging and for making pipes and fittings for chemical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "polyzoan",1,2,1 ], "another word for bryozoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyzoarium",1,1,1 ], "a colony of bryozoan animals or its supporting skeletal framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyzoic",1,1,1 ], "(of certain colonial animals) having many zooids or similar polyps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "polyzoic",1,1,2 ], "producing or containing many sporozoites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pol|",1,1,1 ], "political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pol|",1,1,2 ], "politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pom-pom",1,1,1 ], "World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pom-pom",1,1,1 ], "an automatic rapid-firing cannon, esp| a type of antiaircraft cannon used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomace",1,1,1 ], "in cider-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pomace",1,1,1 ], "the pulpy residue of apples or similar fruit after crushing and pressing, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomace",1,1,2 ], "any pulpy substance left after crushing, mashing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or bearing pomes, such as the apple, pear, and quince trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomade",1,1,1 ], "a perfumed oil or ointment put on the hair, as to make it smooth and shiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomade",1,2,1 ], "to put pomade on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomander",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of aromatic substances in a sachet or an orange, formerly carried as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomander",1,1,1 ], "scent or as a protection against disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pomander",1,1,2 ], "a container for such a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pombe",1,1,1 ], "any alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pome",1,1,1 ], "receptacle enclosing the ovary and seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pome",1,1,1 ], "the fleshy fruit of the apple and related plants, consisting of an enlarged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomegranate",1,1,1 ], "an Asian shrub or small tree, Punica granatum, cultivated in semitropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomegranate",1,1,1 ], "regions for its edible fruit: family Punicaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pomegranate",1,1,2 ], "juicy red pulp, and many seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pomegranate",1,1,2 ], "the many-chambered globular fruit of this tree, which has tough reddish rind," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomelo",1,1,1 ], "another name for the grapefruit and shaddock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomfret",1,1,1 ], "a small black rounded confection of liquorice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomiculture",1,1,1 ], "the cultivation of fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomiferous",1,1,1 ], "(of the apple, pear, etc|) producing pomes or pomelike fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pommel",1,1,1 ], "the raised part on the front of a saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pommel",1,1,2 ], "a knob at the top of a sword or similar weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pommel",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for pummel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pommy",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes cap|) Slang| a mildly offensive word used by Australians and New" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pommy",1,1,1 ], "Zealanders for an English person| Sometimes shortened to pom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pomology",1,1,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pomology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of horticulture that is concerned with the study and cultivation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomp",1,1,1 ], "stately or magnificent display; ceremonial splendour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomp",1,1,2 ], "vain display, esp| of dignity or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomp",1,1,3 ], "a procession or pageant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompadour",1,1,1 ], "an early 18th-century hair style for women, having the front hair arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompadour",1,1,1 ], "over a pad to give it greater height and bulk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pompano",1,1,1 ], "T| carolinus, of American coastal regions of the Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pompano",1,1,1 ], "any of several deep-bodied carangid food fishes of the genus Trachinotus, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompano",1,1,2 ], "a spiny-finned food fish, Palometa simillima, of North American coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompano",1,1,2 ], "regions of the Pacific: family Stromateidae (butterfish, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pompon",1,1,1 ], "a ball of tufted silk, wool, feathers, etc|, worn on a hat for decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompon",1,1,1,1 ], "chrysanthemum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pompon",1,1,1,1 ], "the small globelike flower head of certain cultivated varieties of dahlia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomposity",1,1,1 ], "vain or ostentatious display of dignity or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomposity",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being pompous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomposity",1,1,3 ], "ostentatiously lofty style, language, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pomposity",1,1,4 ], "a pompous action, remark, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompous",1,1,1 ], "exaggeratedly or ostentatiously dignified or self-important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompous",1,1,2 ], "ostentatiously lofty in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pompous",1,1,3 ], "characterized by ceremonial pomp or splendour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponce",1,1,1 ], "a man given to ostentatious or effeminate display in manners, speech, dress," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponce",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ponce",1,1,2 ], "another word for pimp ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponce",1,2,1 ], "to act like a ponce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poncho",1,1,1 ], "a cloak of a kind originally worn in South America, made of a rectangular or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poncho",1,1,1 ], "circular piece of cloth, esp| wool, with a hole in the middle to put the head through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pond lily",1,1,1 ], "another name for water lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pond scum",1,1,1 ], "a greenish layer floating on the surface of stagnant waters, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pond scum",1,1,1 ], "various freshwater algae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pond",1,1,1,1 ], "a pool of still water, often artificially created" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pond",1,1,1,2 ], "a fishpond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pond-skater",1,1,1 ], "any of various heteropterous insects of the family Gerrididae, esp| Gerris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pond-skater",1,1,1 ], "lacustris , having a slender hairy body and long hairy legs with which they skim about on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pond-skater",1,1,1 ], "the surface of ponds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ponder",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by on or over) to give thorough or deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponder",1,1,1 ], "consideration (to) meditate (upon)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ponderable",1,1,1 ], "able to be evaluated or estimated; appreciable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponderable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being weighed or measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponderable",1,2,1 ], "something that can be evaluated or appreciated; a substantial thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponderous",1,1,1 ], "of great weight; heavy; huge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponderous",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of movement) lacking ease or lightness; awkward, lumbering, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponderous",1,1,2 ], "graceless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ponderous",1,1,3 ], "dull or laborious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pondokkie",1,1,1 ], "(in southern Africa) a crudely made house built of tin sheet, reeds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pondweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various water plants of the genus Potamogeton, which grow in ponds and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pondweed",1,1,1 ], "slow streams: family Potamogetonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pondweed",1,1,2 ], "any of various unrelated water plants, such as Canadian pondweed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pondweed",1,1,2 ], "mare's-tail, and water milfoil, that have thin or much divided leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pone",1,1,1 ], "bread made of maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pone",1,1,2 ], "a loaf or cake of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pone",2,1,1 ], "the player to the right of the dealer, or the nondealer in two-handed games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pong",1,1,1 ], "a disagreeable or offensive smell; stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pong",1,2,1 ], "to give off an unpleasant smell; stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pongee",1,1,1 ], "a thin plain-weave silk fabric from China or India, left in its natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pongee",1,1,1 ], "colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pongee",1,1,2 ], "a cotton or rayon fabric similar to or in imitation of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pongid",1,1,1 ], "any primate of the family Pongidae, which includes the gibbons and the great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pongid",1,1,1 ], "apes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pongid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Pongidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poniard",1,1,1 ], "a small dagger with a slender blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poniard",1,2,1 ], "to stab with a poniard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pons Varolii",1,1,1 ], "a broad white band of connecting nerve fibres that bridges the hemispheres of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pons Varolii",1,1,1 ], "the cerebellum in mammals| Sometimes shortened to pons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pons asinorum",1,1,1 ], "isosceles triangle are equal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pons asinorum",1,1,1 ], "the geometric proposition that the angles opposite the two equal sides of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pons",1,1,1 ], "a bridge of connecting tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pons",1,1,2 ], "short for pons Varolii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pont",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a river ferry, esp| one that is guided by a cable from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pont",1,1,1 ], "bank to the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontianak",1,1,1 ], "(in Malay folklore) a female vampire the ghost of a woman who has died in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontianak",1,1,1 ], "childbirth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontifex",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) any of the senior members of the Pontifical College," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontifex",1,1,1 ], "presided over by the Pontifex Maximus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontiff",1,1,1 ], "a former title of the pagan high priest at Rome, later used of popes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontiff",1,1,1 ], "occasionally of other bishops, and now confined exclusively to the pope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontifical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a pontiff, the pope, or a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontifical",1,1,2 ], "having an excessively authoritative manner; pompous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontifical",1,2,1 ], "Church, Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontifical",1,2,2 ], "a book containing the prayers and ritual instructions for ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontifical",1,2,2 ], "restricted to a bishop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontificals",1,1,1 ], "High Mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontificals",1,1,1 ], "the insignia and special vestments worn by a bishop, esp| when celebrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontificate",1,1,1 ], "(p$An!t$If$I~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontificate",1,2,1 ], "to speak or behave in a pompous or dogmatic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontificate",1,2,2 ], "to serve or officiate as a pontiff, esp| in celebrating a Pontifical Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontificate",1,3,1 ], "(p$An!t$If$Ik$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontificate",1,3,2 ], "the office or term of office of a pontiff, now usually the pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontil",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for punty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to bridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontine",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the pons Varolii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontonier",1,1,1 ], "a person in charge of or involved in building a pontoon bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",1,1,1,1 ], "a watertight float or vessel used where buoyancy is required in water, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",1,1,1,1 ], "in military operations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",1,1,1,1 ], "supporting a bridge, in salvage work, or where a temporary or mobile structure is required" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",1,1,2 ], "a float, often inflatable, for raising a vessel in the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",2,1,1 ], ", vingt-et-un| a gambling game in which players try to obtain card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",2,1,1 ], "combinations better than the banker's but never worth more than 21 points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",2,1,2 ], "(in this game) the combination of an ace with a ten or court card when dealt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pontoon",2,1,2 ], "to a player as his first two cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pony express",1,1,1 ], "(in the American West) a system of mail transport that employed relays of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony express",1,1,1 ], "riders and mounts, esp| that operating from Missouri to California in 1860-61" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pony trekking",1,1,1 ], "the act of riding ponies cross-country, esp| as a pastime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony",1,1,1 ], "any of various breeds of small horse, usually under 14|2 hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony",1,1,1,1 ], "a small drinking glass, esp| for liqueurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony",1,1,1,2 ], "the amount held by such a glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony",1,1,2 ], "anything small of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony",1,1,3 ], "a sum of P25, esp| in bookmaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony",1,1,4 ], "a literal translation used by students, often illicitly, in preparation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pony",1,1,4 ], "foreign language lessons or examinations; crib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ponytail",1,1,1 ], "a hair style for women and girls in which the hair is pulled tightly into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ponytail",1,1,1 ], "band or ribbon at the back of the head into a loose hanging fall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pooch",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pood",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight, used in Russia, equal to 36|1 pounds or 16|39 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poodle",1,1,1 ], "an intelligent breed of dog, with curly hair, which is generally clipped from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poodle",1,1,1 ], "ribs to tail: originally bred as a hunting dog" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poof",1,1,1 ], "a male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pooftah",1,1,1 ], "slang| a man who is considered effeminate or homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pooh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of disdain, contempt, or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pooh-pooh",1,1,1 ], "to express disdain or scorn for dismiss or belittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool table",1,1,1 ], "a billiard table on which pool is played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",1,1,1 ], "a small body of still water, usually fresh; small pond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",1,1,2 ], "a small isolated collection of liquid spilt or poured on a surface; puddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",1,1,3 ], "a deep part of a stream or river where the water runs very slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",1,1,4 ], "an underground accumulation of oil or gas, usually forming a reservoir in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",1,1,4 ], "porous sedimentary rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,1 ], "any communal combination of resources, funds, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,2 ], "the combined stakes of the betters in many gambling sport or games; kitty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,3 ], "a group of producers who conspire to establish and maintain output levels and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,3 ], "high prices, each member of the group being allocated a maximum quota; price ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,3,1 ], "a joint fund organized by security-holders for speculative or manipulative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,3,1 ], "purposes on financial markets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,3,2 ], "the persons or parties involved in such a combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,4 ], "U|S|; pocket billiards" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,4 ], "any of various billiard games in which the object is to pot all the balls with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,1,4 ], "the cue ball, esp| that played with 15 coloured and numbered balls, popular in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,2,1 ], "joint enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,2,1 ], "to combine (investments, money, interests, etc|) into a common fund, as for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,2,2 ], "to organize a pool of (enterprises)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pool",2,2,3 ], "to inform on or incriminate (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poolroom",1,1,1 ], "a hall or establishment where pool, billiards, etc|, are played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pools",1,1,1 ], "an organized nationwide principally postal gambling pool betting on the result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pools",1,1,1 ], "of football matches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poon up",1,1,1 ], "to dress flashily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poon",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees of the SE Asian genus Calophyllum having lightweight hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poon",1,1,1 ], "wood and shiny leathery leaves: family Guttiferae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poon",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees, used to make masts and spars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poon",2,1,1 ], "a stupid or ineffectual person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poonce",1,1,1 ], "a male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poonce",1,1,2 ], "a stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop deck",1,1,1 ], "the deck on top of the poop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop",1,1,1 ], "a raised structure at the stern of a vessel, esp| a sailing ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop",1,2,1 ], "(of a wave or sea) to break over the stern of (a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop",1,3,1 ], "(of a vessel) to ship a wave or sea over the stern, esp| repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop",2,2,1 ], "to cause to become exhausted; tire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop",2,3,1 ], "to give up or fail, esp| through tiredness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop",3,1,1,1 ], "information; the facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poop",3,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor White",1,1,1,1 ], "a poverty-stricken and underprivileged White person, esp| in the southern U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor White",1,1,1,1 ], "and South Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poor White",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor box",1,1,1 ], "a box, esp| one in a church, used for the collection of alms or money for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor box",1,1,1 ], "poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poor law",1,1,1 ], "a law providing for the relief or support of the poor from public, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor law",1,1,1 ], "parish, funds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poor relation",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing considered inferior to another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,1,1 ], "lacking financial or other means of subsistence; needy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,1,2 ], "the poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or indicating poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,3 ], "deficient in amount; scanty or inadequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,4 ], "(when postpositive, usually foll| by in) badly supplied (with resources," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,4 ], "materials, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,5 ], "lacking in quality; inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,6 ], "giving no pleasure; disappointing or disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poor",1,1,7 ], "deserving of pity; unlucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poorhouse",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a publicly maintained institution offering accommodation to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poorhouse",1,1,1 ], "poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poorly",1,1,1 ], "in a poor way or manner; badly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poorly",1,2,1 ], "in poor health; rather ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poort",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a steep narrow mountain pass, usually following a river or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poort",1,1,1 ], "stream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poove",1,1,1 ], "a variant of poof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop art",1,1,1 ], "a movement in modern art that imitates the methods, styles, and themes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop art",1,1,1 ], "popular culture and mass media, such as comic strips, advertising, and science fiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pop off",1,1,1 ], "to depart suddenly or unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop off",1,1,2 ], "to die, esp| suddenly or unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop off",1,1,3 ], "to speak out angrily or indiscreetly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a light sharp explosive sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,1,2 ], "to burst open or cause to burst open with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,2,1 ], "to come (to) or go (from) rapidly or suddenly; to pay a brief or unexpected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,2,1 ], "visit (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,3,1 ], "(esp| of the eyes) to protrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,3,2 ], "to shoot or fire at (a target) with a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,4,1 ], "to place or put with a sudden movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,5,1 ], "to pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,5,2 ], "pop the question| Informal| to propose marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,6,1 ], "a light sharp explosive sound; crack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,6,2 ], "a flavoured nonalcoholic carbonated beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,7,1 ], "with a popping sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",1,8,1 ], "an exclamation denoting a sharp explosive sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",2,1,1,1 ], "and the use of electrical amplification" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pop",2,1,1,1 ], "distinctive genre in the 1950s| It is generally characterized by a heavy rhythmic element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pop",2,1,1,1 ], "music of general appeal, esp| among young people, that originated as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",2,1,2 ], "a piece of popular or light classical music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",2,2,1 ], "short for popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",3,1,1 ], "an informal word for father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop",3,1,2 ], "a name used in addressing an old or middle-aged man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop-up",1,1,1 ], "(of an appliance) characterized by or having a mechanism that pops up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop-up",1,1,2 ], "(of a book) having pages that rise when opened to simulate a three-dimensional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop-up",1,1,2 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "popcorn",1,1,1 ], "a variety of maize having hard pointed kernels that puff up when heated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popcorn",1,1,2 ], "the puffed edible kernels of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pope",1,1,1 ], "the bishop of Rome as head of the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pope",1,1,1,1 ], "a title sometimes given to a parish priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pope",1,1,1,2 ], "a title sometimes given to the Greek Orthodox patriarch of Alexandria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pope",1,1,2 ], "a person assuming or having a status or authority resembling that of a pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pope",2,1,1 ], "another name for ruffe (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pope's nose",1,1,1 ], "another name for parson's nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popedom",1,1,1 ], "the office or dignity of a pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popedom",1,1,2 ], "the tenure of office of a pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popedom",1,1,3 ], "the dominion of a pope; papal government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popery",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory name for Roman Catholicism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popeyed",1,1,1 ], "having bulging prominent eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popeyed",1,1,2 ], "staring in astonishment; amazed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popgun",1,1,1 ], "a toy gun that fires a pellet or cork by means of compressed air and makes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popgun",1,1,1 ], "popping sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "popinjay",1,1,1 ], "a conceited, foppish, or excessively talkative person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popinjay",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for parrot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popinjay",1,1,3 ], "the figure of a parrot used as a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popish",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or characteristic of Roman Catholicism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poplar",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the salicaceous genus Populus, of N temperate regions, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poplar",1,1,1 ], "triangular leaves, flowers borne in catkins, and light soft wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poplar",1,1,2 ], "any of various trees resembling the true poplars, such as the tulip tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poplar",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poplin",1,1,1,1 ], "a strong fabric, usually of cotton, in plain weave with fine ribbing, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poplin",1,1,1,1 ], "dresses, children's wear, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poplin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popliteal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or near the part of the leg behind the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popover",1,1,1 ], "an individual Yorkshire pudding, often served with roast beef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popover",1,1,2 ], "a light puffy hollow muffin made from a batter mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppadom",1,1,1 ], "a thin round crisp Indian bread, fried or roasted and served with curry, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that pops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popper",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for press stud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popper",1,1,3 ], "a container for cooking popcorn in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppet head",1,1,1 ], "the framework above a missing shaft that supports the winding mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppet",1,1,1 ], "a term of affection for a small child or sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppet",1,1,2 ], "a mushroom-shaped valve that is lifted from its seating by applying an axial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppet",1,1,2 ], "force to its stem: commonly used as an exhaust or inlet valve in an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poppet",1,1,2 ], "internal-combustion engine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poppet",1,1,3 ], "a temporary supporting brace for a vessel hauled on land or in a dry dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppied",1,1,1 ], "covered with poppies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppied",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the effects of poppies, esp| in inducing drowsiness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppied",1,1,2 ], "sleep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "popping crease",1,1,1 ], "a line four feet in front of and parallel with the bowling crease, at or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popping crease",1,1,1 ], "behind which the batsman stands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "popple",1,1,1 ], "(of boiling water or a choppy sea) to heave or toss; bubble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popple",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by along)(of a stream or river)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popple",1,1,3 ], "to move with an irregular tumbling motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy seed",1,1,1 ], "cake filling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poppy seed",1,1,1 ], "the small grey seeds of one type of poppy flower, used esp| on loaves and as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous papaveraceous plants of the temperate genus Papaver, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,1 ], "poppy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,1 ], "red, orange, or white flowers and a milky sap: see corn poppy, Iceland poppy, opium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar or related plants, such as the California poppy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,2 ], "prickly poppy, horned poppy, and Welsh poppy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,3 ], "any of the drugs, such as opium, that are obtained from these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,3,1 ], "a strong red to reddish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,4 ], "a less common name for poppyhead ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppy",1,1,5 ], "an artificial red poppy flower worn to mark Remembrance Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppycock",1,1,1 ], "senseless chatter; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppyhead",1,1,1 ], "the hard dry seed-containing capsule of a poppy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poppyhead",1,1,2 ], "Gothic church architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poppyhead",1,1,2 ], "a carved ornament, esp| one used on the top of the end of a pew or bench in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popsy",1,1,1 ], "an attractive young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "populace",1,1,1 ], "the inhabitants of an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "populace",1,1,2 ], "the common people; masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular etymology",1,1,1 ], "another name for folk etymology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular front",1,1,1 ], "any of the left-wing groups or parties that were organized from 1935 onwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular front",1,1,1 ], "to oppose the spread of fascism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "popular music",1,1,1 ], "music having wide appeal, esp| characterized by lightly romantic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular music",1,1,1 ], "sentimental melodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "popular sovereignty",1,1,1 ], "(in the pre-Civil War U|S|) the doctrine that the inhabitants of a territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular sovereignty",1,1,1 ], "esp| in deciding whether or not to allow slavery" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "popular sovereignty",1,1,1 ], "should be free from federal interference in determining their own domestic policy," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "popular",1,1,1 ], "appealing to the general public; widely favoured or admired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular",1,1,2 ], "favoured by an individual or limited group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular",1,1,3 ], "connected with, representing, or prevailing among the general public; common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popular",1,1,4 ], "appealing to or comprehensible to the layman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popularize",1,1,1 ], "to make popular; make attractive to the general public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popularize",1,1,2 ], "to make or cause to become easily understandable or acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popularly",1,1,1 ], "by the public as a whole; generally or widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popularly",1,1,2 ], "usually; commonly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "popularly",1,1,3 ], "in a popular manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "populate",1,1,1 ], "to live in; inhabit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "populate",1,1,2 ], "to provide a population for; colonize or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population explosion",1,1,1 ], "a rapid increase in the size of a population caused by such factors as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population explosion",1,1,1 ], "sudden decline in infant mortality or an increase in life expectancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,1 ], "all the persons inhabiting a country, city, or other specified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,2 ], "the number of such inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,3 ], "all the people of a particular race or class in a specific area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,4 ], "the act or process of providing a place with inhabitants; colonization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,5 ], "a group of individuals of the same species inhabiting a given area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,6 ], "Population I consists of hot white stars, many occurring in galactic clusters and forming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,6 ], "either of two main groups of stars classified according to age and location|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,6 ], "globular clusters" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,6 ], "red giants, and are found in the centre of spiral and elliptical galaxies in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,6 ], "the arms of spiral galaxies| Stars of population II are older, the brightest being" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,7 ], "samples are drawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "population",1,1,7 ], "the entire finite or infinite aggregate of individuals or items from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "populist" ,1, 1, 1],"a member of the People's Party, formed largely by agrarian interests to",1). c_DEF([ "populist" ,1, 1, 1],"contest the 1892 presidential election| The movement gradually dissolved after the 1904",2). c_DEF([ "populist" ,1, 1, 1],"election",3). c_DEF([ "populist" ,1, 1, 2],"a politician or other person who claims to support the interests of the",1). c_DEF([ "populist" ,1, 1, 2],"ordinary people",2). c_DEF([ "populist" ,1, 2, 1],"any individual or movement with similar aims",2). c_DEF([ "populist" ,1, 2, 1],"of, characteristic of, or relating to the People's Party, the Populists, or",1). c_DEF([ "populous",1,1,1 ], "containing many inhabitants; abundantly populated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop|",1,1,1 ], "popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop|",1,1,2 ], "popularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pop|",1,1,3 ], "population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porbeagle",1,1,1 ], "any of several voracious sharks of the genus Lamna, esp| L| nasus, of northern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porbeagle",1,1,1 ], "seas: family Isuridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porcelain clay",1,1,1 ], "another name for kaolin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcelain",1,1,1 ], "a more or less translucent ceramic material, the principal ingredients being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcelain",1,1,1 ], "bone ash, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "porcelain",1,1,1 ], "kaolin and petuntse (hard paste) or other clays, ground glassy substances, soapstone," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porcelain",1,1,2 ], "an object made of this or such objects collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcelain",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or made from this material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porch",1,1,1 ], "a low structure projecting from the doorway of a house and forming a covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porch",1,1,1 ], "entrance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porch",1,1,2 ], "an exterior roofed gallery, often partly enclosed; veranda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcine",1,1,1 ], "of, connected with, or characteristic of pigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcupine fish",1,1,1 ], "any of various plectognath fishes of the genus Diodon and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcupine fish",1,1,1 ], "inflated into a globe: family Diodontidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "porcupine fish",1,1,1 ], "temperate and tropical seas, having a body that is covered with sharp spines and can be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porcupine grass",1,1,1 ], "another name for spinifex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcupine",1,1,1 ], "Africa, Indonesia, S Europe, and S Asia, and Erethizontidae, of the New World| All" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porcupine",1,1,1 ], "any of various large hystricomorph rodents of the families Hystricidae, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porcupine",1,1,1 ], "species have a body covering of protective spines or quills" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pore",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by over) to make a close intent examination or study (of a book, map," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pore",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pore",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by over, on, or upon) to think deeply (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pore",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by over, on, or upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pore",1,1,4 ], "to look earnestly or intently (at); gaze fixedly (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pore",2,1,1 ], "any small opening in the skin or outer surface of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pore",2,1,2 ], "any small aperture, esp| that of a stoma through which water vapour and gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pore",2,1,2 ], "pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pore",2,1,3 ], "any other small hole, such as a space in a rock, soil, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porgy",1,1,1 ], "any of various sparid fishes, many of which occur in American Atlantic waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porgy",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poriferous",1,1,1 ], "having many pores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poriferous",1,1,2 ], "another word for poriferan ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porism",1,1,1 ], "a type of mathematical proposition considered by Euclid, the meaning of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porism",1,1,1 ], "finding such conditions as will render a certain problem indeterminate or capable of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "porism",1,1,1 ], "innumerable solutions" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "porism",1,1,1 ], "is now obscure| It is thought to be a proposition affirming the possibility of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pork barrel",1,1,1 ], "a bill or project requiring considerable government spending in a locality to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pork barrel",1,1,1 ], "the benefit of the legislator's constituents who live there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pork pie",1,1,1 ], "a pie filled with minced seasoned pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pork pig",1,1,1 ], "a pig, typically of a lean type, bred and used principally for pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pork",1,1,1 ], "the flesh of pigs used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porker",1,1,1 ], "a pig, esp| a young one weighing between 40 and 67 kg, fattened to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porker",1,1,1 ], "meat such as pork chops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porkpie hat",1,1,1 ], "a hat with a round flat crown and a brim that can be turned up or down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porky",1,1,1 ], "porkier, porkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porky",1,1,2 ], "belonging to or characteristic of pork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porky",1,1,3 ], "fat; obese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pornocracy",1,1,1 ], "government or domination of government by whores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pornography" ,1, 1, 1],"writings, pictures, films, etc|, designed to stimulate sexual excitement",1). c_DEF([ "pornography" ,1, 1, 2],",porno",2). c_DEF([ "pornography" ,1, 1, 2],"the production of such material| Sometimes (informal) shortened to ,porn or",1). c_DEF([ "poromeric",1,1,1 ], "(of a plastic) permeable to water vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poromeric",1,2,1 ], "a substance having this characteristic, esp| one based on polyurethane and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poromeric",1,2,1 ], "used in place of leather in making shoe uppers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porosity",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being porous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porosity",1,1,2 ], "the ratio of the volume of space to the total volume of a rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porous",1,1,1 ], "able to absorb water, air, or other fluids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porous",1,1,2 ], "having pores; poriferous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyria",1,1,1 ], "a hereditary disease of body metabolism, producing abdominal pain, mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyria",1,1,1 ], "confusion, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porphyrin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of pigments occurring widely in animal and plant tissues and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyrin",1,1,1 ], "having a heterocyclic structure formed from four pyrrole rings linked by four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porphyrin",1,1,1 ], "methylene groups" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "porphyritic",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks) having large crystals in a fine groundmass of minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyritic",1,1,2 ], "consisting of porphyry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyrogenite",1,1,1 ], "a prince born after his father has succeeded to the throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyroid",1,1,1 ], "(of metamorphic rocks) having a texture characterized by large crystals set in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyroid",1,1,1 ], "a finer groundmass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porphyroid",1,2,1 ], "a metamorphic rock having this texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyropsin",1,1,1 ], "a purple pigment occurring in the retina of the eye of certain freshwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyropsin",1,1,1 ], "fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porphyry",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-purple rock consisting of large crystals of feldspar in a finer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyry",1,1,1 ], "groundmass of feldspar, hornblende, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porphyry",1,1,2 ], "any igneous rock with large crystals embedded in a finer groundmass of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porphyry",1,1,2 ], "minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porpoise",1,1,1 ], "any of various small cetacean mammals of the genus Phocaena and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porpoise",1,1,1 ], "genera, having a blunt snout and many teeth: family Delphinidae (or Phocaenidae)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porpoise",1,1,2 ], "any of various related cetaceans, esp| the dolphin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porridge",1,1,1 ], "a dish made from oatmeal or another cereal, cooked in water or milk to a thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porridge",1,1,1 ], "consistency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porridge",1,1,2 ], "(in Malaysia) rice broth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porringer",1,1,1 ], "a small dish, often with a handle, for soup, porridge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port of call",1,1,1 ], "any port where a ship stops, excluding its home port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port of call",1,1,2 ], "any place visited on a traveller's itinerary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port of entry",1,1,1 ], "an airport, harbour, etc|, where customs officials are stationed to supervise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port of entry",1,1,1 ], "the entry into and exit from a country of persons and merchandise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "port",1,1,1 ], "a town or place alongside navigable water with facilities for the loading and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",1,1,1 ], "unloading of ships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "port",2,1,1,1 ], "the left side of an aircraft or vessel when facing the nose or bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",2,2,1 ], "to turn or be turned towards the port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",3,1,1 ], "a sweet fortified dessert wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",4,1,1,1 ], "an opening in the side of a ship, fitted with a watertight door, for access to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",4,1,1,1 ], "the holds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "port",4,1,2 ], "a small opening in a wall, armoured vehicle, etc|, for firing through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",4,1,3 ], "an aperture, esp| one controlled by a valve, by which fluid enters or leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",4,1,3 ], "the cylinder head of an engine, compressor, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "port",4,1,4 ], "a logical circuit for the input and ouput of data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",4,1,5 ], "a gate or portal in a town or fortress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",5,1,1 ], "muzzle near the left shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "port",5,1,1 ], "to carry (a rifle, etc|) in a position diagonally across the body with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",5,2,1 ], "this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",6,1,1 ], "a travelling bag, such as a suitcase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "port",6,1,2 ], "any other kind of bag, such as a shopping bag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portable",1,1,1 ], "able to be carried or moved easily, esp| by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portable",1,1,2 ], "able to be endured; bearable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portable",1,2,1 ], "an article that can be readily carried by hand, such as a tape recorder," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portable",1,2,1 ], "typewriter, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portage",1,1,1 ], "the act of carrying; transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portage",1,1,2 ], "the cost of carrying or transporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portage",1,1,3 ], "navigable waterways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portage",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of transporting boats supplies, etc|, overland between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portage",1,1,4 ], "the route overland used for such transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portage",1,2,1 ], "to transport (boats, supplies, etc|) overland between navigable waterways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portal vein",1,1,1 ], "any vein connecting two capillary networks, esp| in the liver (hepatic portal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portal vein",1,1,1 ], "vein)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portal",1,1,1 ], "an entrance, gateway, or doorway, esp| one that is large and impressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portal",1,1,2 ], "any entrance or access to a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portal-to-portal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the period between the actual times workers enter and leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portal-to-portal",1,1,1 ], "their mine, factory, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portamento",1,1,1 ], "a smooth slide from one note to another in which intervening notes are not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portamento",1,1,1 ], "separately discernible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portative organ",1,1,1 ], "a small portable organ with arm-operated bellows popular in medieval times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portative",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for portable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portative",1,1,2 ], "concerned with the act of carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portcullis",1,1,1 ], "an iron or wooden grating suspended vertically in grooves in the gateway of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portcullis",1,1,1 ], "castle or fortified town and able to be lowered so as to bar the entrance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porte-cochere",1,1,1 ], "a large covered entrance for vehicles leading into a courtyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porte-cochere",1,1,2 ], "a large roof projecting over a drive to shelter travellers entering or leaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porte-cochere",1,1,2 ], "vehicles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portend",1,1,1 ], "to give warning of; predict or foreshadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portend",1,1,2 ], "to indicate or signify; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portent",1,1,1 ], "a sign or indication of a future event, esp| a momentous or calamitous one;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portent",1,1,1 ], "omen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portent",1,1,2 ], "momentous or ominous significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portent",1,1,3 ], "a miraculous occurrence; marvel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portentous",1,1,1 ], "of momentous or ominous significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portentous",1,1,2 ], "miraculous, amazing, or awe-inspiring; prodigious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portentous",1,1,3 ], "self-important or pompous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",1,1,1 ], "a man employed to carry luggage, parcels, supplies, etc|, esp| at a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",1,1,1 ], "station or hotel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porter",1,1,2 ], "a railway employee who waits on passengers, esp| in a sleeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",1,1,3 ], "a manual labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",2,1,1 ], "a person in charge of a gate or door; doorman or gatekeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",2,1,2 ], "a person employed by a university or college as a caretaker and doorkeeper who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",2,1,2 ], "also answers enquiries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porter",2,1,3 ], "a person in charge of the maintenance of a building, esp| a block of flats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",2,1,4 ], "a person ordained to what was formerly the lowest in rank of the minor orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porter",3,1,1 ], "a dark sweet ale brewed from black malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porterage",1,1,1 ], "the work of carrying supplies, goods, etc|, done by porters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porterage",1,1,2 ], "the charge made for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porterhouse",1,1,1 ], "a thick choice steak of beef cut from the middle ribs or sirloin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porterhouse",1,1,2 ], "a house at which porter is served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portfire",1,1,1 ], "a device used for firing rockets and fireworks and, in mining, for igniting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portfire",1,1,1 ], "explosives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portfolio",1,1,1 ], "a flat case, esp| of leather, used for carrying maps, drawings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portfolio",1,1,2 ], "such a case used for carrying ministerial or state papers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portfolio",1,1,3 ], "the responsibilities or role of the head of a government department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portfolio",1,1,4 ], "Minister without portfolio| a cabinet minister who is not responsible for any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portfolio",1,1,4 ], "government department" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portfolio",1,1,5 ], "a list of financial assets, such as shares, bonds, bills of exchange, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porthole",1,1,1 ], "a small aperture in the side of a vessel to admit light and air, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "porthole",1,1,1 ], "fitted with a watertight glass or metal cover, or both| Sometimes shortened to port" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "porthole",1,1,2 ], "an opening in a wall or parapet through which a gun can be fired; embrasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portico",1,1,1 ], "a covered entrance to a building; porch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portico",1,1,2 ], "a covered walkway in the form of a roof supported by columns or pillars, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portico",1,1,2 ], "one built on to the exterior of a building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portiere",1,1,1 ], "a curtain hung in a doorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,1,1 ], "a part of a whole; fraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,1,2 ], "a part allotted or belonging to a person or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,1,3 ], "an amount of food served to one person; helping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,1,3,1 ], "a share of property, esp| one coming to a child from the estate of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,1,3,1 ], "parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,1,3,2 ], "the property given by a woman to her husband at marriage; dowry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,1,4 ], "a person's lot or destiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,2,1 ], "to divide up; share out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,2,2 ], "to give a share to (a person); assign or allocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portion",1,2,3 ], "to give a dowry or portion to (a person); endow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portly",1,1,2 ], "stout or corpulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portly",1,1,3 ], "stately; impressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portmanteau word",1,1,1 ], "another name for blend ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portmanteau",1,1,1 ], "a large travelling case made of stiff leather, esp| one hinged at the back so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portmanteau",1,1,1 ], "as to open out into two compartments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portmanteau",1,1,2 ], "embodying several uses or qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portrait",1,1,1,1 ], "a painting, drawing, sculpture, photograph, or other likeness of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portrait",1,1,1,1 ], "individual, esp| of the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portrait",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portrait",1,1,2 ], "a verbal description or picture, esp| of a person's character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portraitist",1,1,1 ], "an artist, photographer, etc|, who specializes in portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portraiture",1,1,1 ], "the practice or art of making portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portraiture",1,1,1,1 ], "another term for portrait ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portraiture",1,1,1,2 ], "portraits collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portraiture",1,1,2 ], "a verbal description" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portray",1,1,1 ], "to represent in a painting, drawing, sculpture, etc|; make a portrait of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portray",1,1,2 ], "to make a verbal picture of; depict in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portray",1,1,3 ], "to play the part of (a character) in a play or film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portress",1,1,1 ], "a female porter, esp| a doorkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portulaca",1,1,1 ], "any portulacaceous plant of the genus Portulaca, such as rose moss and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "portulaca",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "portulaca",1,1,1 ], "purslane, of tropical and subtropical America, having yellow, pink, or purple showy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portulacaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowering plants that are common in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "portulacaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Portulacaceae, a family of fleshy-leaved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posada",1,1,1 ], "an inn in a Spanish-speaking country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,1,1 ], "painting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,1,1 ], "to assume or cause to assume a physical attitude, as for a photograph or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,2,1 ], "to pretend to be or present oneself (as something one is not)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,3,1 ], "to affect an attitude or play a part in order to impress others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,4,1 ], "to put forward, ask, or assert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,5,1 ], "a physical attitude, esp| one deliberately adopted for or represented by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,5,1 ], "artist or photographer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pose",1,5,2 ], "a mode of behaviour that is adopted for effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",2,1,1 ], "to puzzle or baffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pose",2,1,2 ], "to question closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poser",1,1,1 ], "a person who poses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poser",2,1,1 ], "a baffling or insoluble question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poseur",1,1,1 ], "a person who strikes an attitude or assumes a pose in order to impress others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posh",1,1,1 ], "smart, elegant, or fashionable; exclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posh",1,1,2 ], "upper-class or genteel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posh",1,2,1 ], "in a manner associated with the upper class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posho",1,1,1 ], "corn meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posit",1,1,1 ], "postulate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "posit",1,1,1 ], "to assume or put forward as fact or the factual basis for an argument;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posit",1,1,2 ], "to put in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posit",1,2,1 ], "a fact, idea, etc|, that is posited; assumption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positif",1,1,1 ], "(on older organs) a manual controlling soft stops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position effect",1,1,1 ], "on the chromosome are altered, as by inversion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "position effect",1,1,1 ], "the effect on the phenotype of interacting genes when their relative positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,1 ], "the place, situation, or location of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,10 ], "something posited, such as an idea, proposition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,11 ], "generally operates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,11 ], "the part of a field or playing area where a player is placed or where he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,11,1 ], "arranged with the three upper voices close together are in close position|Chords whose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,11,1 ], "notes are evenly or widely distributed are in open position" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,11,1 ], "the vertical spacing or layout of the written notes in a chord| Chords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,11,2 ], "one of the points on the fingerboard of a stringed instrument, determining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,11,2 ], "where a string is to be stopped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,12 ], "(in classical prosody)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,12,1 ], "occurs before two or more consonants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,12,1 ], "the situation in which a short vowel may be regarded as long, that is, when it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,12,2 ], "make position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,13 ], "(of a consonant, either on its own or in combination with other consonants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,13 ], "after it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,13 ], "such as $x in Latin) to cause a short vowel to become metrically long when placed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,14 ], "the market commitment of an investor in securities or a trader in commodities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,15 ], "in a postion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,16 ], "(foll| by an infinitive) able (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,2 ], "the appropriate or customary location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,3 ], "the arrangement or disposition of the body or a part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,4 ], "the manner in which a person or thing is placed; arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,5 ], "an area or point occupied for tactical reasons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,6 ], "mental attitude; point of view; stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,7 ], "social status or standing, esp| high social standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,8 ], "a post of employment; job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,1,9 ], "the act of positing a fact or viewpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,2,1 ], "to put in the proper or appropriate place; locate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,2,2 ], "playing area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,2,2 ], "to place (oneself or another player) in a particular part of the field or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "position",1,2,3 ], "to locate or ascertain the position of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positional notation",1,1,1 ], "10) + 6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "positional notation",1,1,1 ], "digit having its value multiplied by its place value, as in 936 = (9 X 100) + (3 X" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positional notation",1,1,1 ], "the method of denoting numbers by the use of a finite number of digits, each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive polarity",1,1,1 ], "affirmative context" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "positive polarity",1,1,1 ], "rather, that may normally only be used in a semantically or syntactically positive or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive polarity",1,1,1 ], "the grammatical characteristic of a word or phrase, such as delicious or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or expressing certainty or affirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,10 ], "short for electropositive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,11 ], "(of a lens) capable of causing convergence of a parallel beam of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,12 ], "(of the results of an examination or test) indicating the existence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,12 ], "presence of a suspected disorder or pathogenic organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,13 ], "(of the effect of a drug or therapeutic regimen) beneficial or satisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,14 ], "short for Rh positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,15 ], "(of a machine part) having precise motion with no hysteresis or backlash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,16 ], "(of a government) directly involved in activities beyond the minimum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,16 ], "maintenance of law and order, such as social welfare or the organization of scientific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,16 ], "research" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,17 ], "of, relating to, or governed by the group of signs of the zodiac that belong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,17 ], "spontaneous nature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,17 ], "to the air and fire classifications, which are associated with a self-expressive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,2 ], "composed of or possessing actual or specific qualities; real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,3 ], "tending to emphasize what is good or laudable; constructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,4 ], "tending towards progress or improvement; moving in a beneficial direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,4,1 ], "of or relating to positivism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,4,2 ], "constructive rather than sceptical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,5 ], "independent of circumstances; absolute or unqualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,6 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,6,1 ], "having a value greater than zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,6,1 ], "measured in a direction opposite to that regarded as negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,6,2 ], "designating, consisting of, or graduated in one or more quantities greater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,6,2 ], "having the same magnitude as but opposite sense to an equivalent negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,6,2 ], "quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,6,2 ], "than zero" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,7 ], "denoting the usual form of an adjective as opposed to its comparative or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,7 ], "superlative form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,8 ], "indicating movement or growth towards a particular stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,8,1 ], "(of an electric charge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,9 ], "as the charge of a proton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,9 ], "having an opposite polarity to the charge of an electron and the same polarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,9,2 ], "(of a body, system, ion, etc|) having a positive electric charge having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,9,2 ], "deficiency of electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,9,3 ], "(of a point in an electric circuit) having a higher electric potential than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,1,9,3 ], "some other point with an assigned zero potential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,1 ], "something that is positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,2 ], "a quantity greater than zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,3 ], "a print or slide showing a photographic image whose colours or tones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,3 ], "correspond to those of the original subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,4 ], "the positive degree of an adjective or adverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,5 ], "a positive object, such as a terminal or plate in a voltaic cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,5,1 ], "positive organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,6 ], "a medieval nonportable organ with one manual and no pedals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positive",1,2,6,2 ], "a variant spelling of positif" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positively",1,1,1 ], "in a positive manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positively",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positively",1,2,1 ], "unquestionably; absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positivism",1,1,1,1 ], "a philosophical system that bases knowledge on perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positivism",1,1,1,2 ], "the application of this doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positivism",1,1,2 ], "science is stressed, esp| that of sociology over religion and metaphysics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positivism",1,1,2 ], "the philosophical system of Auguste Comte, in which the importance of positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positivism",1,1,3 ], "the quality of being definite, certain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positron",1,1,1 ], "annihilation occurring when it collides with an electron" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "positron",1,1,1 ], "opposite charge| It is produced in certain decay processes and in pair production," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positron",1,1,1 ], "the antiparticle of the electron, having the same mass but an equal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "positronium",1,1,1 ], "It decays by annihilation to produce two or three photons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "positronium",1,1,1 ], "a short-lived entity consisting of a positron and an electron bound together|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posology",1,1,1 ], "of drugs or agents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "posology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the determination of appropriate doses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poss",1,1,1 ], "to wash (clothes) by agitating them with a long rod, pole, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posse comitatus",1,1,1 ], "the formal legal term for posse ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posse",1,1,1 ], "maintaining law and order" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "posse",1,1,1 ], "short for posse comitatus, the able-bodied men of a district assembled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posse",1,1,1 ], "together and forming a group upon whom the sheriff may call for assistance in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "posse",1,1,2 ], "possibility (esp| in the phrase in posse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,1 ], "to have as one's property; own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,2 ], "to have as a quality, faculty, characteristic, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,3 ], "to have knowledge or mastery of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,4 ], "to gain control over or dominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,5 ], "to cause to be the owner or possessor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,6 ], "(often foll| by with) to cause to be influenced or dominated (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,7 ], "to have sexual intercourse with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,8 ], "state or condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,8 ], "to keep control over or maintain (oneself or one's feelings) in a certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possess",1,1,9 ], "to gain or seize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessed",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by of) owning or having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessed",1,1,2 ], "under the influence of a powerful force, such as a spirit or strong emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessed",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for self-possessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,1 ], "the act of possessing or state of being possessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,2 ], "anything that is owned or possessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,3 ], "wealth or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,4 ], "the state of being controlled or dominated by or as if by evil spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,5 ], "accompanied by ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,5 ], "the physical control or occupancy of land, property, etc|, whether or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,6 ], "a territory subject to a foreign state or to a sovereign prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possession",1,1,7 ], "control of the ball, puck, etc|, as exercised by a player or team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessive",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to possession or ownership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessive",1,1,2 ], "having or showing an excessive desire to possess, control, or dominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessive",1,1,2,1 ], "another word for genitive ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessive",1,1,2,2 ], "denoting an inflected form of a noun or pronoun used to convey the idea of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessive",1,1,2,2 ], "possession, association, etc|, as my or Harry's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "possessive",1,2,1,1 ], "the possessive case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessive",1,2,1,2 ], "a word or speech element in the possessive case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possessory",1,1,2 ], "arising out of, depending upon, or concerned with possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posset",1,1,1 ], "a drink of hot milk curdled with ale, beer, etc|, flavoured with spices," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posset",1,1,1 ], "formerly used as a remedy for colds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "possibility",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possibility",1,1,2 ], "anything that is possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possibility",1,1,3 ], "a competitor, candidate, etc|, who has a moderately good chance of winning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possibility",1,1,3 ], "being chosen, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "possibility",1,1,4 ], "a future prospect or potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possible",1,1,1 ], "any natural law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "possible",1,1,1 ], "capable of existing, taking place, or proving true without contravention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possible",1,1,2 ], "capable of being achieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possible",1,1,3 ], "having potential or capabilities for favourable use or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possible",1,1,4 ], "that may or may not happen or have happened; feasible but less than probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possible",1,2,1 ], "another word for possibility ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possibly",1,2,1,1 ], "perhaps or maybe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possibly",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possibly",1,3,1 ], "by any chance; at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possie",1,1,1 ], "a place; position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possum",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for opossum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possum",1,1,2 ], "an Austral| and N| Z| name for phalanger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "possum",1,1,3 ], "deceive an opponent| &540" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "possum",1,1,3 ], "play possum| to pretend to be dead, ignorant, asleep, etc|, in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poss|",1,1,1 ], "possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poss|",1,1,2 ], "possessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poss|",1,1,3 ], "possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poss|",1,1,4 ], "possibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post chaise",1,1,1 ], "a closed four-wheeled horse-drawn coach used as a rapid means for transporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post chaise",1,1,1 ], "mail and passengers in the 18th and 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post exchange",1,1,1 ], "a government-subsidized shop operated mainly for military personnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post hoc",1,1,1 ], "relation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post hoc",1,1,1 ], "the fallacy of assuming that temporal succession is evidence of causal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post horn",1,1,1 ], "a simple valveless natural horn consisting of a long tube of brass or copper," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post horn",1,1,1 ], "either straight or coiled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post horse",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a horse kept at an inn or post house for use by postriders or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post horse",1,1,1 ], "hire to travellers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post house",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a house or inn where horses were kept for postriders or for hire to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post house",1,1,1 ], "travellers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post meridiem",1,1,1 ], "the full form of p|m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post office box",1,1,1 ], "a private numbered place in a post office, in which letters received are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post office box",1,1,1 ], "until called for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post office",1,1,1 ], "a building or room where postage stamps are sold and other postal business is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post office",1,1,1 ], "conducted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post road",1,1,1 ], "a road or route over which post is carried and along which post houses were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post road",1,1,1 ], "formerly sited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post town",1,1,1 ], "a town having a main Post Office branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,1,1 ], "a length of wood, metal, etc|, fixed upright in the ground to serve as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,1,1 ], "support, marker, point of attachment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,1,1,1 ], "(winning post) of a racecourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,1,1,1 ], "either of two upright poles marking the beginning (starting post) and end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,1,1,2 ], "the finish of a horse race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,1,2 ], "any of the main upright supports of a piece of furniture, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,1,2 ], "four-poster bed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to fasten or put up (a notice) in a public place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,2,2 ], "to announce by means of or as if by means of a poster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,2,3 ], "to publish (a name) on a list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",1,2,4 ], "to denounce publicly; brand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,1,1 ], "a position to which a person is appointed or elected; appointment; job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,1,2 ], "a position or station to which a person, such as a sentry, is assigned for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,1,2 ], "duty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,1,3 ], "a permanent military establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,1,4 ], "either of two military bugle calls (first post and last post) ordering or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,1,4 ], "giving notice of the time to retire for the night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,2,1 ], "to assign to or station at a particular place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",2,2,2 ], "to transfer to a different unit or ship on taking up a new appointment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,1 ], "Office; mail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,1 ], "letters, packages, etc|, that are transported and delivered by the Post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,10 ], "by return of post| by the next mail in the opposite direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,2 ], "a single collection or delivery of mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,3 ], "an official system of mail delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,4 ], "(formerly) any of a series of stations furnishing relays of men and horses to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,4 ], "deliver mail over a fixed route" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,5 ], "a rider who carried mail between such stations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,6 ], "another word for pillar box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,7 ], "short for post office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,8 ], "a size of writing or printing paper, 15 by 19 inches or 16 by 21 inches (large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,8 ], "post)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,9 ], "(post quarto)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,1,9 ], "any of various book sizes, esp| 5 by 8 inches (post octavo) and 8 by 10 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,2,1 ], "to send by post| U|S| word: mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,3,1,1 ], "to enter (an item) in a ledger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,3,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to compile or enter all paper items in (a ledger)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,4,1 ], "to inform of the latest news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,5,1 ], "(of a rider) to rise from and reseat oneself in a saddle in time with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,5,1 ], "motions of a trotting horse; perform a rising trot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,6,1 ], "(formerly) to travel with relays of post horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,6,2 ], "to travel or dispatch with speed; hasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,7,1 ], "with speed; rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post",3,7,2 ], "by means of post horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-",1,1,1 ], "after in time or sequence; following; subsequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-",1,1,2 ], "behind; posterior to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-bellum",1,1,1 ], "of or during the period after a war, esp| the American Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-cyclic",1,1,1 ], "denoting rules that apply only after the transformations of a whole cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-free",1,2,1 ], "with the postage prepaid; postpaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-free",1,2,2 ], "free of postal charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-obit",1,1,1 ], "a bond given by a borrower, payable after the death of a specified person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "post-obit",1,1,1 ], "esp| one given to a moneylender by an expectant heir promising to repay when his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "post-obit",1,1,1 ], "interest falls into possession" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "post-obit",1,2,1 ], "taking effect after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postage due stamp",1,1,1 ], "a stamp affixed by a Post Office to a letter, parcel, etc|, indicating that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postage due stamp",1,1,1 ], "addressee on delivery" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "postage due stamp",1,1,1 ], "insufficient or no postage has been prepaid and showing the amount to be paid by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postage meter",1,1,1 ], "a postal franking machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postage stamp",1,1,1 ], "a printed paper label with a gummed back for attaching to mail as an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postage stamp",1,1,1 ], "indication that the required postage has been paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postage stamp",1,1,2 ], "a mark directly printed or embossed on an envelope, postcard, etc|, serving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postage stamp",1,1,2 ], "the same function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postage",1,1,1,1 ], "the charge for delivering a piece of mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postage",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postal card",1,1,1 ], "another term for postcard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postal note",1,1,1 ], "the usual name for postal order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postal order",1,1,1 ], "a written order for the payment of a sum of money, to a named payee," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postal order",1,1,1 ], "obtainable and payable at a post office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a Post Office or to the mail-delivery service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postaxial",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring behind the axis of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postaxial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the posterior part of a vertebrate limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postbag",1,1,1 ], "Chiefly Brit| another name for mailbag| 2| the mail received by a magazine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postbag",1,1,1 ], "radio programme, public figure, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postbox",1,1,1 ], "a box into which mail is put for collection by the postal service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postboy",1,1,1 ], "another name for postilion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postboy",1,1,2 ], "a man or boy who rode with the post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postcard",1,1,1 ], "a card, often bearing a photograph, picture, etc|, on one side, (picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postcard",1,1,1 ], "card" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "postcard",1,1,1 ], "postcard), for sending a message by post without an envelope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postcava",1,1,1 ], "the inferior vena cava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postcode",1,1,1 ], "a code of letters and digits used as part of a postal address to aid the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postcode",1,1,1 ], "sorting of mail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postdate",1,1,1 ], "being paid until then" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postdate",1,1,1 ], "to write a future date on (a document, etc|), as on a cheque to prevent it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postdate",1,1,2 ], "assigned date of occurrence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postdate",1,1,2 ], "to assign a date to (an event, period, etc|) that is later than its previously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postdate",1,1,3 ], "to be or occur at a later date than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postdiluvian",1,1,1 ], "existing or occurring after the biblical Flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postdiluvian",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing existing after the biblical Flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postdoctoral",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating studies, research, or professional work above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postdoctoral",1,1,1 ], "the level of a doctorate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poste restante",1,1,1 ], "(not in the U|S| and Canada) an address on mail indicating that it should be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poste restante",1,1,1 ], "kept at a specified post office until collected by the addressee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poste restante",1,1,2 ], "the mail-delivery service or post-office department that handles mail having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poste restante",1,1,2 ], "this address|U|S| and Canadian equivalent: general delivery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poster paint",1,1,1 ], "a gum-based opaque watercolour paint used for writing posters, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poster",1,1,1 ], "a placard or bill posted in a public place as an advertisement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poster",1,1,2 ], "a person who posts bills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterior",1,1,1 ], "situated at the back of or behind something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterior",1,1,2 ], "coming after or following another in a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterior",1,1,3 ], "coming after in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterior",1,1,4 ], "(of lower animals) of or near the hind end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterior",1,1,5 ], "(of a flower) situated nearest to the main stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterior",1,1,6 ], "dorsal or towards the spine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterior",1,2,1 ], "the buttocks; rump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterity",1,1,1 ], "future or succeeding generations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posterity",1,1,2 ], "all of one's descendants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postern",1,1,1 ], "a back door or gate, esp| one that is for private use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postern",1,2,1 ], "situated at the rear or the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postexilian",1,1,1 ], "existing or occurring after the Babylonian exile of the Jews (587-539 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postfix",1,1,1 ], "(p@@$ust!f$Iks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postfix",1,2,1 ], "to add or append at the end of something; suffix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postfix",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for suffix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postglacial",1,1,1 ], "formed or occurring after a glacial period, esp| after the Pleistocene epoch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postgraduate",1,1,1 ], "a student who has obtained a degree from a university, etc|, and is pursuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postgraduate",1,1,1 ], "studies for a more advanced qualification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postgraduate",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to such a student or to his studies|Also (U|S|): graduate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posthaste",1,1,1 ], "with great haste; as fast as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posthaste",1,2,1 ], "great haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posthumous",1,1,1 ], "happening or continuing after one's death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posthumous",1,1,2 ], "(of a book, etc|) published after the author's death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posthumous",1,1,3 ], "(of a child) born after the father's death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posthypnotic suggestion",1,1,1 ], "a suggestion made to be subject while in a hypnotic trance, to be acted upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posthypnotic suggestion",1,1,1 ], "at some time after emerging from the trance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postiche",1,1,1 ], "(of architectural ornament) inappropriately applied; sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postiche",1,1,2 ], "false or artificial; spurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postiche",1,2,1 ], "another term for hairpiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postiche",1,2,2 ], "an imitation, counterfeit, or substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postiche",1,2,3 ], "anything that is false; sham or pretence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posticous",1,1,1 ], "(of the position of plant parts) behind another part posterior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postie",1,1,1 ], "a postman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postil" ,1, 1, 1],"a commentary or marginal note, as in a Bible",1). c_DEF([ "postil" ,1, 1, 2],"a homily or collection of homilies",1). c_DEF([ "postilion",1,1,1 ], "a person who rides the near horse of the leaders in order to guide a team of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postilion",1,1,1 ], "horses drawing a coach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postimpressionism",1,1,1 ], "Cezanne and exemplified by Gauguin, Van Gogh, and Matisse, which rejected the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postimpressionism",1,1,1 ], "a movement in painting in France at the end of the 19th century, begun by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postimpressionism",1,1,1 ], "naturalism and momentary effects of impressionism but adapted its use of pure colour to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "postimpressionism",1,1,1 ], "paint subjects with greater subjective emotion" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "posting",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling attack in which the opponent is hurled at the post in one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posting",1,1,1 ], "corners of the ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "posting",2,1,1 ], "an appointment to a postion or post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postliminy",1,1,1 ], "former status on recovery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postliminy",1,1,1 ], "the right by which persons and property seized in war are restored to their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postlude",1,1,1 ], "a final or concluding piece or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postlude",1,1,2 ], "a voluntary played at the end of a Church service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postman" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who carries and delivers mail as a profession",1). c_DEF([ "postmark",1,1,1 ], "any mark stamped on mail by postal officials, such as a simple obliteration," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postmark",1,1,1 ], "date mark, or indication of route" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postmaster general",1,1,1 ], "the executive head of the postal service in certain countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postmaster" ,1, 1, 1],"an official in charge of a local post office",1). c_DEF([ "postmeridian",1,1,1 ], "after noon; in the afternoon or evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postmillennial",1,1,1 ], "existing or taking place after the millenium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postmillennialism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine or belief that the Second Coming of Christ will be preceded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postmillennialism",1,1,1 ], "the millenium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postmortem examination",1,1,1 ], "dissection and examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postmortem",1,1,1 ], "occurring after death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postmortem",1,2,1 ], "analysis or study of a recently completed event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postnasal drip",1,1,1 ], "a mucus secretion from the rear part of the nasal cavity into the nasopharynx," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postnasal drip",1,1,1 ], "usually as the result of a cold or an allergy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postoperative",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring in the period following a surgical operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postorbital",1,1,1 ], "situated behind the eye or the eye socket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postpaid",1,2,1 ], "with the postage prepaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postpartum",1,1,1 ], "following childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postpone",1,1,1 ], "to put off or delay until a future time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postpone",1,1,2 ], "to put behind in order of importance; defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postposition",1,1,1 ], "modifies or to which it is syntactically related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postposition",1,1,1 ], "placement of a modifier or other speech element after the word that it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postposition",1,1,2 ], "a word or speech element so placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postpositive",1,1,1 ], "(of an adjective or other modifier) placed after the word modified, either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postpositive",1,1,1 ], "bad" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "postpositive",1,1,1 ], "immediately after, as in two men abreast, or as part of a complement, as in those men are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postpositive",1,2,1 ], "a postpositive modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postrider",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person who delivered post on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postscript",1,1,1 ], "a message added at the end of a letter, after the signature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postscript",1,1,2 ], "any supplement, as to a document or book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulant",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a request or application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulant",1,1,2 ], "a candidate for admission to a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,2,1 ], "to assume to be true or existent; take for granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,2,2 ], "to ask, demand, or claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,2,3 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,2,3 ], "to nominate (a person) to a post or office subject to approval by a higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,3,1 ], "something taken as self-evident or assumed as the basis of an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,3,2 ], "a necessary condition or prerequisite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,3,3 ], "a fundamental principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,3,4 ], "an unproved and indemonstrable statement that should be taken for granted used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulate",1,3,4 ], "as an initial premiss or underlying hypothesis in a process of reasoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "postulator",1,1,1 ], "a person, usually a priest, deputed to prepare and present a plea for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "postulator",1,1,1 ], "beatification or canonization of some deceased person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,1,1 ], "a position or attitude of the limbs or body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,1,2 ], "a characteristic manner of bearing the body; carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,1,3 ], "the disposition of the parts of a visible object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,1,4 ], "a mental attitude or frame of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,1,5 ], "a state, situation, or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,1,6 ], "a false or affected attitude; pose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,2,1 ], "to assume or cause to assume a bodily position or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posture",1,3,1 ], "to assume an affected or unnatural bodily or mental posture; pose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posturize",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for posture 8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posy",1,1,1 ], "a small bunch of flowers or a single flower; nosegay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "posy",1,1,2 ], "a brief motto or inscription, esp| one on a trinket or a ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pos|",1,1,1 ], "position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pos|",1,1,2 ], "positive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot cheese",1,1,1 ], "a type of coarse dry cottage cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot liquor",1,1,1 ], "the broth in which meat, esp| pork or bacon, and vegetables have been cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot marigold",1,1,1 ], "a Central European and Mediterranean plant, Calendula officinalis, grown for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot marigold",1,1,1 ], "its rayed orange-and-yellow showy flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pot plant",1,1,1 ], "a plant grown in a flowerpot, esp| indoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot roast",1,1,1 ], "little water, often with vegetables added" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pot roast",1,1,1 ], "meat, esp| beef, that is browned and cooked slowly in a covered pot with very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot shot",1,1,1 ], "a chance shot taken casually, hastily, or without careful aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot shot",1,1,2 ], "a shot fired to kill game in disregard of the rules of sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot shot",1,1,3 ], "a shot fired at quarry within easy range, often from an ambush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 10],"go to pot| to go to ruin; deteriorate",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 1],"a container made of earthenware, glass, or similar material; usually round and",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 1],"deep, often having a handle and lid, used for cooking and other domestic purposes",2). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 2],"the amount that a pot will hold; potful",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 3],"a large mug or tankard, as for beer",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 4],"any of various measures used for serving beer",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 5],"the money or stakes in the pool in gambling games, esp| poker",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 6],"a wicker trap for catching fish, esp| crustaceans",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 7],"a shot by which a ball is pocketed",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 8],"short for ,chimneypot",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 9],"a joint fund created by a group of individuals or enterprises and drawn upon",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 1, 9],"by them for specified purposes",2). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 1],"to put or preserve (goods, meat, etc|) in a pot",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 2],"to cook (food) in a pot",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 3],"to shoot (game) for food rather than for sport",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 4],"rather than flying or running",2). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 4],"to shoot (game birds or animals) while they are on the ground or immobile",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 5],"(also intr|) to shoot casually or without careful aim at (an animal, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 6],"to pocket (a ball)",1). c_DEF([ "pot" ,1, 2, 7],"to capture or win; secure",1). c_DEF([ "pot",2,1,1 ], "dialect| a deep hole or pothole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot",2,1,1,2 ], "Pen-y-Ghent Pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot",3,1,1 ], "cannabis used as a drug in any form, such as leaves (marijuana or hemp) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot",3,1,1 ], "resin (hashish)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pot",4,1,1 ], "short for potentiometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot-au-feu",1,1,1 ], "a traditional French stew of beef and vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot-au-feu",1,1,2 ], "the large earthenware casserole in which this is cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot-bound",1,1,1 ], "(of a pot plant) having grown to fill all the available root space, resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot-bound",1,1,1 ], "in retarded growth of the aerial parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pot-walloper",1,1,1 ], "(in some English boroughs) a man entitled to the franchise before 1832 by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot-walloper",1,1,1 ], "virtue of possession of his own fireplace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potable",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for drinkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potable",1,2,1 ], "something fit to drink; a beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potage",1,1,1 ], "any thick soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potamic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potamology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of rivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potash alum",1,1,1 ], "the full name for alum ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potash",1,1,1 ], "another name for potassium carbonate, esp| the form obtained by leaching wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potash",1,1,1 ], "ash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potash",1,1,2 ], "another name for potassium hydroxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potash",1,1,3 ], "potassium chemically combined in certain compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium bitartrate",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for potassium hydrogen tartrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium bromide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble substance with a bitter saline taste used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium bromide",1,1,1 ], "making photographic papers and plates and in medicine as a sedative| Formula: KBr" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless substance used in making glass and soft soap and as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "alkaline cleansing agent| Formula: K2CO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium chlorate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble substance used in fireworks, matches, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium chlorate",1,1,1 ], "explosives, and as a disinfectant and bleaching agent| Formula: KClO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium cyanide",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous granular soluble solid substance used in photography and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium cyanide",1,1,1 ], "extracting gold from its ores| Formula: KCN" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium dichromate",1,1,1 ], "K2Cr2O7" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potassium dichromate",1,1,1 ], "agent and is used in making chrome pigments and as a bleaching agent| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium dichromate",1,1,1 ], "an orange-red crystalline soluble solid substance that is a good oxidizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium ferricyanide",1,1,1 ], "a bright red soluble crystalline substance used in making dyes, pigments, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium ferricyanide",1,1,1 ], "light-sensitive paper| Formula: K3Fe(CN)6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium ferrocyanide",1,1,1 ], "a yellow soluble crystalline compound used in case-hardening steel and making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium ferrocyanide",1,1,1 ], "dyes and pigments| Formula: K4Fe(CN)6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium hydrogen tartrate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white soluble crystalline salt used in baking powders," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium hydrogen tartrate",1,1,1 ], "potassium bitartrate, cream of tartar" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potassium hydrogen tartrate",1,1,1 ], "soldering fluxes, and laxatives| Formula: KHC4H4O6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "a white deliquescent alkaline solid used in the manufacture of soap, liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "shampoos, and detergents| Formula: KOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium nitrate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white crystalline compound used in gunpowders, pyrotechnics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium nitrate",1,1,1 ], "fertilizers, and as a preservative| Formula: KNO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium permanganate",1,1,1 ], "a dark purple poisonous odourless soluble crystalline solid, used as a bleach," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium permanganate",1,1,1 ], "disinfectant, and antiseptic| Formula: KMnO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "a soluble substance usually obtained as colourless crystals of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "decahydrate: used in making glass and as a fertilizer| Formula: K2SO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium",1,1,1 ], "a light silvery element of the alkali metal group that is highly reactive and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium",1,1,1 ], "alloyed with sodium as a cooling medium in nuclear reactors and its compounds are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potassium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "potassium",1,1,1 ], "rapidly oxidizes in air; occurs principally in carnallite and sylvite| It is used when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 1; relative density: 0|86; melting pt|: 63|65 degrees C; boiling pt|: 774" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "potassium",1,1,1 ], "widely used, esp| in fertilizers| Symbol: K; atomic no|: 19; atomic wt|: 39|102;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "potassium-argon dating",1,1,1 ], "a technique for determining the age of minerals based on the occurrence in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potassium-argon dating",1,1,1 ], "natural potassium of a small fixed amount of radioisotope '4'0K that decays to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potassium-argon dating",1,1,1 ], "ratio of these isotopes thus gives the age of the mineral" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "potassium-argon dating",1,1,1 ], "stable argon isotope '4'0Ar with a half-life of 1|28 10'9 years| Measurement of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potation",1,1,1 ], "the act of drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potation",1,1,2 ], "a drink or draught, esp| of alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato beetle",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Colorado beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato chip",1,1,1 ], "another name for chip ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato chip",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| term for crisp ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato crisp",1,1,1 ], "another name for crisp ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato",1,1,1,1 ], "a solanaceous plant, Solanum tuberosum, of South America: widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato",1,1,1,1 ], "for its edible tubers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potato",1,1,1,2 ], "cooked and eaten as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potato",1,1,1,2 ], "the starchy oval tuber of this plant, which has a brown or red skin and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar plants, esp| the sweet potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potato",1,1,3 ], "hot potato| Slang| a delicate or awkward matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potatory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or given to drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potbelly",1,1,1 ], "a protruding or distended belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potbelly",1,1,2 ], "a person having such a belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potbelly",1,1,3 ], "a small bulbous stove in which wood or coal is burned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potboiler",1,1,1 ], "a literary or artistic work of little merit produced quickly in order to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potboiler",1,1,1 ], "money" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potboy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a youth or man employed at a public house to serve beer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potch",1,1,1 ], "inferior quality opal used in jewellery for mounting precious opals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poteen",1,1,1 ], "(in Ireland) illicit spirit, often distilled from potatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potency",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being potent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potency",1,1,2 ], "latent or inherent capacity for growth or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potent",1,1,1 ], "possessing great strength; powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potent",1,1,2 ], "(of arguments, etc|) persuasive or forceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potent",1,1,3 ], "influential or authoritative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potent",1,1,4 ], "tending to produce violent physical or chemical effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potent",1,1,5 ], "(of a male) capable of having sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potent",2,1,1 ], "(of a cross) having flat bars across the ends of the arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentate",1,1,1 ], "a man who possesses great power or authority, esp| a ruler or monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential difference",1,1,1 ], "the difference in electric potential between two points in an electric field;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential difference",1,1,1 ], "the other, measured in volts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potential difference",1,1,1 ], "the work that has to be done in transferring unit positive charge from one point to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potential divider",1,1,1 ], "a tapped or variable resistor or a chain of fixed resistors in series," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential divider",1,1,1 ], "connected across a source of voltage and used to obtain a desired fraction of the total" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potential divider",1,1,1 ], "voltage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potential energy",1,1,1 ], "ergs, etc| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potential energy",1,1,1 ], "magnetic, or gravitational field| It is measured in joules (SI units), electronvolts," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potential energy",1,1,1 ], "the energy of a body or system as a result of its position in an electric," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,1,1,1 ], "possible but not yet actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,1,1,2 ], "capable of being or becoming but not yet in existence; latent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,1,2 ], "(of a verb or form of a verb) expressing possibility, as English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,1,3 ], "may and might" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for potent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,2,1 ], "latent but unrealized ability or capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,2,2 ], "a potential verb or verb form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potential",1,2,3 ], "short for electric potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentiality",1,1,1 ], "latent or inherent capacity or ability for growth, fulfilment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentiality",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that possesses such a capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentiate",1,1,1 ], "to cause to be potent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentiate",1,1,2 ], "administering them in combination with each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potentiate",1,1,2 ], "to increase (the individual action or effectiveness) of two drugs by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentilla",1,1,1 ], "any rosaceous plant or shrub of the N temperate genus Potentilla, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentilla",1,1,1 ], "five-petalled flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potentiometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for determining a potential difference or electromotive force by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentiometer",1,1,1 ], "measuring the fraction of it that balances a standard electromotive force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potentiometer",1,1,2 ], "a type of rheostat, usually with three terminals, two of which are connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potentiometer",1,1,2 ], "controls| Sometimes shortened to pot" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "potentiometer",1,1,2 ], "to a resistance wire and the third to a brush moving along the wire, so that a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potentiometer",1,1,2 ], "variable potential can be tapped off: used in electronic circuits, esp| as volume" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potful",1,1,1 ], "the amount held by a pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothead",1,1,1 ], "a habitual user of cannabis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothecary",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or Brit| dialect variant of apothecary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potheen",1,1,1 ], "a rare variant of poteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pother",1,1,1 ], "a commotion, fuss, or disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pother",1,1,2 ], "a choking cloud of smoke, dust, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pother",1,2,1 ], "to make or be troubled or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potherb",1,1,1 ], "any plant having leaves, flowers, stems, etc|, that are used in cooking for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potherb",1,1,1 ], "seasoning and flavouring or are eaten as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pothole",1,1,1,1 ], "a deep hole in limestone areas resulting from action by running water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothole",1,1,1,2 ], "a circular hole in the bed of a river produced by abrasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothole",1,1,2 ], "a deep hole, esp| one produced in a road surface by wear or weathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potholing",1,1,1 ], "a sport in which participants explore underground caves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothook",1,1,1 ], "a curved or S-shaped hook used for suspending a pot over a fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothook",1,1,2 ], "a long hook used for lifting hot pots, lids, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothook",1,1,3 ], "an S-shaped mark, often made by children when learning to write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothouse",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a small tavern or pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothunter",1,1,1 ], "a person who hunts for food or for profit without regard to the rules of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pothunter",1,1,1 ], "sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pothunter",1,1,2 ], "a person who enters competitions for the sole purpose of winning prizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potiche",1,1,1 ], "a tall vase or jar, as of porcelain, with a round or polygonal body that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potiche",1,1,1 ], "narrows towards the neck and a detached lid or cover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potion",1,1,1 ], "a drink, esp| of medicine, poison, or some supposedly magic beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potion",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potlatch",1,1,1 ], "a competitive ceremonial activity among certain North American Indians, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potlatch",1,1,1 ], "property to emphasize the wealth and status of the chief or clan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potlatch",1,1,1 ], "the Kwakiutl, involving a lavish distribution of gifts and the destruction of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potlatch",1,1,2 ], "a wild party or revel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potluck",1,1,1 ], "whatever food happens to be available without special preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potluck",1,1,2 ], "a choice dictated by lack of alternative (esp| in the phrase take potluck)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potman",1,1,1 ], "another word for potboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potoroo",1,1,1 ], "another name for kangaroo rat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potpie",1,1,1 ], "a meat and vegetable stew with a pie crust on top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potpourri",1,1,1 ], "a collection of mixed flower petals dried and preserved in a pot to scent the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potpourri",1,1,1 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potpourri",1,1,2 ], "a collection of unrelated or disparate items; miscellany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potpourri",1,1,3 ], "a medley of popular tunes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potpourri",1,1,4 ], "a stew of meat and vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potsherd",1,1,1 ], "a broken fragment of pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potstone",1,1,1 ], "an impure massive variety of soapstone, formerly used for making cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potstone",1,1,1 ], "vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pottage",1,1,1 ], "a thick meat or vegetable soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potted",1,1,1 ], "placed or grown in a pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potted",1,1,2 ], "cooked or preserved in a pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potted",1,1,3 ], "summarized or abridged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter wasp",1,1,1 ], "any of various solitary wasps of the genus Eumenes, which construct vaselike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter wasp",1,1,1 ], "cells of mud or clay, in which they lay their eggs: family Vespidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potter",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter",2,1,1 ], "to busy oneself in a desultory though agreeable manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter",2,2,1 ], "to move with little energy or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter",2,3,1 ], "to waste (time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter",2,4,1 ], "the act of pottering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter's field",1,1,1 ], "a cemetery where the poor or unidentified are buried at the public expense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter's field",1,1,2 ], "(which Judas had returned to them) to be used as a burial place for strangers and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potter's field",1,1,2 ], "friendless poor (Acts 1:19; Matthew 27:7)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "potter's field",1,1,2 ], "the land bought by the Sanhedrin with the money paid for the betrayal of Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter's wheel",1,1,1 ], "a device with a horizontal rotating disc, on which clay is moulded into pots," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potter's wheel",1,1,1 ], "bowls, etc|, by hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pottery",1,1,1 ], "articles, vessels, etc|, made from earthenware and dried and baked in a kiln" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pottery",1,1,2 ], "a place where such articles are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pottery",1,1,3 ], "the craft or business of making such articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potting shed",1,1,1 ], "a building in which plants are grown in flowerpots before being planted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potting shed",1,1,1 ], "outside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pottle",1,1,1 ], "a liquid measure equal to half a gallon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potto",1,1,1 ], "a short-tailed prosimian primate, Perodicticus potto, having vertebral spines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potto",1,1,1 ], "protruding through the skin in the neck region: family Lorisidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "potto",1,1,2 ], "golden potto| another name for angwantibo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potto",1,1,3 ], "another name for kinkajou ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potty",1,1,2 ], "foolish or slightly crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potty",1,1,3 ], "trivial or insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "potty",2,1,1 ], "a child's word for chamber pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pot|",1,1,1 ], "potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pou sto",1,1,1 ], "a place upon which to stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pou sto",1,1,2 ], "a basis of operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,1,1 ], "a small flexible baglike container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,1,2 ], "a saclike structure in any of various animals, such as the abdominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,1,2 ], "receptacle marsupium in marsupials or the cheek fold in rodents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,1,3 ], "any sac, pocket, or pouchlike cavity or space in an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,1,4 ], "another word for mailbag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,1,5 ], "a Scot| word for pocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,2,1 ], "to place in or as if in a pouch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,2,2 ], "to arrange or become arranged in a pouchlike form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouch",1,3,1 ], "(of certain birds and fishes) to swallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouched",1,1,1 ], "having a pouch or pouches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouf",1,1,1 ], "a large solid cushion, usually cylindrical or cubic in shape, used as a seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouf",1,1,1,1 ], "a woman's hair style, fashionable esp| in the 18th century, in which the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouf",1,1,1,1 ], "is piled up in rolled puffs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pouf",1,1,1,2 ], "a pad set in the hair to make such puffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouf",1,1,2 ], "a stuffed pad worn under panniers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouf",1,1,3 ], "(p$uf, pu$:f)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouf",1,1,4 ], "less common spellings of poof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poulard",1,1,1 ], "a hen that has been spayed for fattening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poult",1,1,1 ], "the young of a gallinaceous bird, esp| of domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poulterer",1,1,1 ], "another word for a poultryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poultice",1,1,1 ], "a local moist and often heated application for the skin consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poultice",1,1,1 ], "inflamed areas, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poultice",1,1,1 ], "substances such as kaolin, linseed, or mustard, used to improve the circulation, treat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poultice",1,1,2 ], "a large sum of money, esp| a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poultry",1,1,1 ], "domestic fowls collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poultryman",1,1,1 ], "a person who rears domestic fowls, esp| chickens, for their eggs or meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poultryman",1,1,2 ], "a dealer in poultry, esp| one who sells the dressed carcasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",1,1,1 ], "to spring or swoop, as in capturing prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",1,2,1 ], "the act of pouncing; a spring or swoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",1,2,2 ], "the claw of a bird of prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",2,1,1 ], "to emboss (metal) by hammering from the reverse side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",3,1,1 ], "a very fine resinous powder, esp| of cuttlefish bone, formerly used to dry ink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",3,1,1 ], "or sprinkled over parchment or unsized writing paper to stop the ink from running" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",3,1,2 ], "a fine powder, esp| of charcoal, that is tapped through perforations in paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",3,1,2 ], "corresponding to the main lines of a design in order to transfer the design to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",3,1,2 ], "surface" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",3,2,1 ], "to dust (paper) with pounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pounce",3,2,2 ], "to transfer (a design) by means of pounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouncet box",1,1,1 ], "a box with a perforated top used for containing perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound cake",1,1,1 ], "a rich fruit cake originally made with a pound each of butter, sugar, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound cake",1,1,1 ], "flour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound net",1,1,1 ], "a fishing trap having an arrangement of standing nets directing the fish into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound net",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed net" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound of flesh",1,1,1 ], "something that is one's legal right but is an unreasonable demand (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound of flesh",1,1,1 ], "the phrase to have one's pound of flesh)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on or at) to strike heavily and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,2,1 ], "to beat to a pulp; pulverize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,3,1 ], "to instill by constant drilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,4,1 ], "to produce, as by typing heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,4,2 ], "to walk (the pavement, street, etc|) repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,5,1 ], "to throb heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,6,1 ], "a heavy blow; thump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",1,6,2 ], "the act of pounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,1 ], "0|453,592 kilograms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,1 ], "an avoirdupois unit of weight that is divided into 16 ounces and is equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,2 ], "a troy unit of weight divided into 12 ounces equal to 0|373,242 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,3 ], "an apothecaries' unit of weight, used in the U|S|, that is divided into 5760" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,3 ], "grains and is equal to one pound troy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,4 ], "a unit of force equal to the mass of 1 pound avoirdupois where the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,4 ], "acceleration of free fall is 32|174 feet per second per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,4,1 ], "into 100 pence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,4,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of the United Kingdom and its dependencies, divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5 ], "the standard monetary unit of the following countries:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5,1 ], "Cyprus: divided into 1000 mils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5,2 ], "Egypt: divided into 100 piastres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5,3 ], "Ireland: divided into 100 pence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5,4 ], "Israel: divided into 100 agorot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5,5 ], "Lebanon: divided into 100 piastres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5,6 ], "Malta: divided into 100 pence| g| Sudan: divided into 100 piastres| h| Syria:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,5,6 ], "divided into 100 piastres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,6 ], "another name for lira ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,7 ], "a former Scottish monetary unit originally worth an English pound but later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",2,1,7 ], "declining in value to 1 shilling 8 pence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",3,1,1 ], "an enclosure, esp| one maintained by a public authority, for keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",3,1,1 ], "officially removed vehicles or distrained goods or animals, esp| stray dogs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pound",3,1,2 ], "a place where people are confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",3,1,2,1 ], "a trap for animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",3,1,2,2 ], "a trap or keepnet for fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pound",3,2,1 ], "to confine in or as if in a pound; impound, imprison, or restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poundage",1,1,1 ], "a tax, charge, or other payment of so much per pound of weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poundage",1,1,2 ], "a tax, charge, or other payment of so much per pound sterling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poundage",1,1,3 ], "a weight expressed in pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poundage",2,1,1,1 ], "confinement of livestock within a pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poundage",2,1,1,2 ], "the fee required for freeing a head of livestock from a pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poundal",1,1,1 ], "1|38210'4 dynes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "poundal",1,1,1 ], "second per second to a mass of 1 pound| 1 poundal is equivalent to 0|1382 newton or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poundal",1,1,1 ], "the fps unit of force; the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 foot per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,1,1 ], "to flow or cause to flow in a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,2,1 ], "to issue, emit, etc|, in a profuse way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,3,1 ], "Also: pour with rain| to rain heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,4,1 ], "to move together in large numbers; swarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,5,1 ], "to serve tea, coffee, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,5,2 ], "it never rains but it pours| events, esp| unfortunate ones, come together or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,5,2 ], "occur in rapid succession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,5,3 ], "pour cold water on| Informal| to discourage or disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,5,4 ], "pour oil on troubled waters| to try to calm a quarrel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pour",1,6,1 ], "a pouring, downpour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pourboire",1,1,1 ], "a tip; gratuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pourparler",1,1,1 ], "an informal or preliminary conference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pourpoint",1,1,1 ], "a man's stuffed quilted doublet of a kind worn between the Middle Ages and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pourpoint",1,1,1 ], "the 17th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pousse-caf",1,1,1 ], "a drink of liqueurs of different colours in unmixed layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pousse-caf",1,1,2 ], "any liqueur taken with coffee at the end of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poussette",1,1,1 ], "a figure in country dancing in which couples hold hands and swing round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poussette",1,2,1 ], "to perform such a figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poussin",1,1,1 ], "a young chicken reared for eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pout",1,1,1 ], "to thrust out (the lips), as when sullen, or (of the lips) to be thrust out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pout",1,2,1 ], "to swell out; protrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pout",1,3,1 ], "to utter with a pout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pout",1,4,1 ], "a fit of sullenness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pout",1,4,2 ], "the act or state of pouting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pout",2,1,1 ], "short for horned pout or eelpout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pout",2,1,2 ], "any of various gadoid food fishes, esp| the bib ", 1). c_DEF([ "pout",2,1,3 ], "any of certain other stout-bodied fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that pouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouter",1,1,2 ], "a breed of domestic pigeon with a large crop capable of being greatly puffed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pouter",1,1,2 ], "out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "poverty",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being without adequate food, money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poverty",1,1,2 ], "scarcity or dearth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poverty",1,1,3 ], "a lack of elements conducive to fertility in land or soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "poverty-stricken",1,1,1 ], "suffering from extreme poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pow",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation imitative of a collision, explosion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powan",1,1,1 ], "a freshwater whitefish, Coregonus clupeoides, occurring in some Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powan",1,1,1 ], "lakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "powan",1,1,2 ], "any of certain similar related fishes, such as the vendace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a dusty pale blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj|a powder-blue coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder burn",1,1,1 ], "a superficial burn of the skin caused by a momentary intense explosion, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder burn",1,1,1 ], "of gunpowder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "powder flask",1,1,1 ], "a small flask or case formerly used to carry gunpowder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder horn",1,1,1 ], "a powder flask consisting of the hollow horn of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder keg",1,1,1 ], "a small barrel used to hold gunpowder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder keg",1,1,2 ], "a potential source or scene of violence, disaster, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder metallurgy",1,1,1 ], "powder by compaction and sintering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "powder metallurgy",1,1,1 ], "the science and technology of producing solid metal components from metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder monkey",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a boy who carried powder from the magazine to the guns on warships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder puff",1,1,1 ], "a soft pad or ball of fluffy material used for applying cosmetic powder to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder puff",1,1,1 ], "skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "powder room",1,1,1 ], "a public lavatory for women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder",1,1,1 ], "a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder",1,1,2 ], "preparations in this form, such as gunpowder, face powder, or soap powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder",1,1,3 ], "fresh loose snow, esp| when considered as skiing terrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder",1,1,4 ], "take a powder| U|S| slang| to run away or disappear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder",1,2,1 ], "to turn into powder; pulverize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powder",1,3,1 ], "to cover or sprinkle with or as if with powder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powdery mildew",1,1,1 ], "a plant disease characterized by a superficial white powdery growth on stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powdery mildew",1,1,1 ], "affects the rose, aster, apple, vine, oak, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "powdery mildew",1,1,1 ], "and leaves, caused by parasitic ascomycetous fungi of the family Erysiphaceae:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "powdery mildew",1,1,2 ], "any of the fungi causing this disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power cut",1,1,1 ], "a temporary interruption or reduction in the supply of electrical power to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power cut",1,1,1 ], "particular area| Sometimes shortened to cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power dive" ,1, 1, 1],"a steep dive by an aircraft with its engines at high power",1). c_DEF([ "power dive" ,1, 2, 1],"er-dive",1). c_DEF([ "power dive" ,1, 2, 2],"a power dive",2). c_DEF([ "power dive" ,1, 2, 2],"to cause (an aircraft) to perform a power dive or (of an aircraft) to perform",1). c_DEF([ "power drill",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool with a rotating chuck driven by an electric motor and designed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power drill",1,1,1 ], "take an assortment of tools for drilling, grinding, polishing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power line",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power line",1,1,1 ], "a set of conductors used to transmit and distribute electrical energy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power of appointment",1,1,1 ], "authority to appoint persons either from a particular class (special power) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power of appointment",1,1,1 ], "property" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "power of appointment",1,1,1 ], "selected by the donee of the power (general power) to take an estate or interest in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power of attorney",1,1,1 ], "legal authority to act for another person in certain specified matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power of attorney",1,1,2 ], "the document conferring such authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power pack",1,1,1 ], "a device for converting the current from a supply into direct or alternating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power pack",1,1,1 ], "current at the voltage required by a particular electrical or electronic device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power plant",1,1,1 ], "housing it, that is used in the generation of power, esp| electrical power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power plant",1,1,1 ], "the complex, including machinery, associated equipment, and the structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power plant",1,1,2 ], "operation or process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power plant",1,1,2 ], "the equipment supplying power to a particular machine or for a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power point",1,1,1 ], "an electrical socket mounted on or recessed into a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power point",1,1,2 ], "heaters, etc|, rather than lights" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "power point",1,1,2 ], "mains, that is designed to provide a current of up to 15 amperes for supplying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power point",1,1,2 ], "such a socket, esp| one installed before the introduction of 13 ampere ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power politics",1,1,1 ], "(in international affairs) the threat or use of force as an instrument of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power politics",1,1,1 ], "national policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power series",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical series whose terms contain ascending positive integral powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power series",1,1,1 ], "of a variable, such as a0,,a1x,,a2x'2 ||" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power station",1,1,1 ], "an electrical generating station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power steering",1,1,1 ], "a form of steering used on vehicles, where the torque applied to the steering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power steering",1,1,1 ], "wheel is augmented by engine power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power structure",1,1,1 ], "the structure or distribution of power and authority in a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power structure",1,1,2 ], "the people and groups who are part of such a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,1 ], "ability or capacity to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,10 ], "a particular form of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,10,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a lens or optical system to magnify an object," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,10,1 ], "equal to the reciprocal of the focal length| It is measured in dioptres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,10,2 ], "another word for magnification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,11 ], "a large amount or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,12 ], "in one's power| able or allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,13 ], "(to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,14 ], "in power| under the control or sway of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,15 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,16 ], "the powers that be| the established authority or administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,2 ], "a specific ability, capacity, or faculty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,3 ], "political, financial, social, etc|, force or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,4 ], "control or dominion or a position of control, dominion, or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,5 ], "a state or other political entity with political, industrial, or military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,5 ], "strength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,6 ], "a person who exercises control, influence, or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,7 ], "a prerogative, privilege, or liberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,7,1 ], "a military force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,7,1 ], "legal authority to act, esp| in a specified capacity, for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,7,1 ], "the value of a number or quantity raised to some exponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,7,2 ], "another name for exponent ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,7,2 ], "military potential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,7,2 ], "the document conferring such authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8 ], "It is measured in watts, horsepower, etc| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8 ], "a measure of the rate of doing work expressed as the work done per unit time|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8,1 ], "measured in watts" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8,1 ], "of the current and voltage and the cosine of the phase angle between them| It is" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8,1 ], "system| It is expressed, in a direct-current circuit, as the product of current and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8,1 ], "the rate at which electrical energy is fed into or taken from a device or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8,1 ], "voltage and, in an alternating-current circuit, as the product of the effective values" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,8,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,9 ], "the ability to perform work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,9,1 ], "mechanical energy as opposed to manual labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,2,1 ], "to give or provide power to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,2,2 ], "to fit (a machine) with a motor or engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "power",1,3,1 ], "to travel with great speed or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerboat",1,1,1 ], "a boat propelled by an inboard or outboard motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerful",1,1,1 ], "having great power, force, potency, or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerful",1,1,2 ], "extremely effective or efficient in action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerful",1,1,3 ], "large or great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerful",1,2,1 ], "extremely; very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerhouse",1,1,1 ], "an electrical generating station or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerhouse",1,1,2 ], "a forceful or powerful person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powerless",1,1,1 ], "without power or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powwow",1,1,1 ], "a talk, conference, or meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powwow",1,1,2 ], "a magical ceremony of certain North American Indians, usually accompanied by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powwow",1,1,2 ], "feasting and dancing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "powwow",1,1,3 ], "(among certain North American Indians) a medicine man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powwow",1,1,4 ], "a meeting of or negotiation with North American Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "powwow",1,2,1 ], "to hold a powwow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pox",1,1,1 ], "any disease characterized by the formation of pustules on the skin that often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pox",1,1,1 ], "leave pockmarks when healed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pox",1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by the) an informal name for syphilis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pox",1,1,3 ], "a pox on Archaic| an expression of intense disgust or aversion for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pox",1,1,4 ], "(someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pozzuolana",1,1,1 ], "a type of porous volcanic ash used in making hydraulic cements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pozzuolana",1,1,2 ], "any of various artificial substitutes for this ash used in cements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pozzy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of possie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pp",1,1,1 ], "per procurationem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pp",1,2,1 ], "pianissimo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ppd|",1,1,1 ], "postpaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ppd|",1,1,2 ], "prepaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ppm",1,1,1 ], "parts per million" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ppr|",1,1,1 ], "present participle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pp|",1,1,1 ], "pages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pp|",1,1,2 ], "past participle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pp|",1,1,3 ], "privately printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pracharak",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a person appointed to propagate a cause through personal contact," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pracharak",1,1,1 ], "meetings, public lectures, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "practicable" ,1, 1, 1],"capable of being done; feasible",1). c_DEF([ "practicable" ,1, 1, 2],"usable",1). c_DEF([ "practical joke",1,1,1 ], "a prank or trick usually intended to make the victim appear foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practical" ,1, 1, 1],"of, involving, or concerned with experience or actual use; not theoretical",1). c_DEF([ "practical" ,1, 1, 2],"of or concerned with ordinary affairs, work, etc",1). c_DEF([ "practical" ,1, 1, 3],"adapted or adaptable for use",1). c_DEF([ "practical" ,1, 1, 4],"of, involving, or trained by practice",1). c_DEF([ "practical" ,1, 1, 5],"being such for all useful or general purposes; virtual",1). c_DEF([ "practice",1,1,1 ], "a usual or customary action or proceeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practice",1,1,2 ], "repetition or exercise of an activity in order to achieve mastery and fluency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practice",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the phrases in practice, out of practice)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "practice",1,1,3 ], "the condition of having mastery of a skill or activity through repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practice",1,1,4 ], "the exercise of a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practice",1,1,5 ], "the act of doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practice",1,1,6 ], "the established method of conducting proceedings in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practice",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of practise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practise",1,1,1 ], "to do or cause to do repeatedly in order to gain skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practise",1,2,1 ], "to do (something) habitually or frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practise",1,2,2 ], "to observe or pursue (something, such as a religion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practise",1,2,3 ], "to work at (a profession, job, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practise",1,2,4 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to take advantage of (someone, someone's credulity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practise",1,2,4 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "practised",1,1,1 ], "expert; skilled; proficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practised",1,1,2 ], "acquired or perfected by practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practitioner",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises a profession or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "practitioner",1,1,2 ], "a person authorized to practise spiritual healing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prae-",1,1,1 ], "an archaic variant of pre-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praedial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to land, farming, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praedial",1,1,2 ], "attached to or occupying land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praefect",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of prefect 7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praemunire",1,1,1 ], "a writ charging with the offence of resorting to a foreign jurisdiction, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praemunire",1,1,1 ], "to that of the Pope, in a matter determinable in a royal court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "praemunire",1,1,2 ], "the statute of Richard II defining this offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praenomen",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman's first or given name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praetor",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) any of several senior magistrates ranking just below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praetor",1,1,1 ], "consuls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "praetorian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a praetor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praetorian",1,2,1 ], "a person holding praetorian rank; a praetor or ex-praetor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic sanction",1,1,1 ], "an edict, decree, or ordinance issued with the force of fundamental law by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic sanction",1,1,1 ], "sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic",1,1,1 ], "advocating behaviour that is dictated more by practical consequences than by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic",1,1,1 ], "theory or dogma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to pragmatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic",1,1,3 ], "involving everyday or practical business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic",1,1,4 ], "of or concerned with the affairs of a state or community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatic",1,1,5 ], "interfering or meddlesome; officious| Also (for senses 3, 5): pragmatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatics",1,1,1 ], "from its use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatics",1,1,1 ], "the study of those aspects of language that cannot be considered in isolation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatics",1,1,2 ], "the study of the relation between symbols and those who use them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatism",1,1,1 ], "a philosophical movement holding that practical consequences are the criterion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatism",1,1,1 ], "of knowledge, meaning, and value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pragmatism",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being pragmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie chicken",1,1,1 ], "either of two mottled brown-and-white grouse, Tympanuchus cupido or T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie chicken",1,1,1 ], "pallidicinctus, of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prairie dog",1,1,1 ], "any of several gregarious sciurine rodents of the genus Cynomys, such as C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie dog",1,1,1 ], "ludovicianus, that live in large complex burrows in the prairies of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prairie oyster",1,1,1 ], "a drink consisting of raw unbeaten egg, vinegar or Worcester sauce (Worcester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie oyster",1,1,1 ], "oyster), salt, and pepper: a supposed cure for a hangover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prairie oyster",1,1,2 ], "the testicles of a bull calf cooked and eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie schooner",1,1,1 ], "a horse-drawn covered wagon similar to but smaller than a Conestoga wagon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie schooner",1,1,1 ], "used in the 19th century to cross the prairies of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prairie soil",1,1,1 ], "a soil type occurring in temperate areas formerly under prairie grasses and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie soil",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a black A horizon, rich in plant foods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prairie turnip",1,1,1 ], "another name for breadroot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie wolf",1,1,1 ], "another name for coyote ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prairie",1,1,1 ], "a treeless grassy plain of the central U|S| and S Canada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,1,1 ], "the act of expressing commendation, admiration, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,1,2 ], "the extolling of a deity or the rendering of homage and gratitude to a deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,1,3 ], "the condition of being commended, admired, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,1,4 ], "the reason for praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,1,5 ], "sing someone's praises| to commend someone highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,2,1 ], "to express commendation, admiration, etc|, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,2,2 ], "thanksgiving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "praise",1,2,2 ], "to proclaim or describe the glorious attributes of (a deity) with homage and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praiseworthy",1,1,1 ], "deserving of praise; commendable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prajna",1,1,1 ], "wisdom or understanding considered as the goal of Buddhist contemplation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praline",1,1,1 ], "a confection of nuts with caramelized sugar, used in desserts and as a filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praline",1,1,1 ], "for chocolates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "praline",1,1,2 ], "a sweet consisting of an almond encased in sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pralltriller",1,1,1 ], "an added initial upper note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pralltriller",1,1,1 ], "an ornament used in 18th-century music consisting of an inverted mordent with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pralltriller",1,1,2 ], "another word for inverted mordent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pram",1,1,1 ], "a cotlike four-wheeled carriage for a baby| U|S| term: baby carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pram",2,1,1 ], "a light tender with a flat bottom and a bow formed from the ends of the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pram",2,1,1 ], "and bottom planks meeting in a small raised transom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prance",1,1,1 ], "to swagger or strut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prance",1,2,1 ], "to caper, gambol, or dance about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prance",1,3,1,1 ], "(of a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prance",1,3,2 ], "to move with high lively springing steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prance",1,3,2,2 ], "to ride a horse that moves in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prance",1,4,1 ], "to cause to prance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prance",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of prancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prandial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prang",1,1,1 ], "informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prang",1,2,1 ], "an accident or crash in an aircraft, car, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prang",1,2,2 ], "an aircraft bombing raid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prang",1,2,3 ], "an achievement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prang",1,3,1 ], "to crash or damage (an aircraft, car, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prang",1,3,2 ], "to damage (a town, etc|) by bombing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prank",1,1,1 ], "a mischievous trick or joke, esp| one in which something is done rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prank",1,1,1 ], "said" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prank",2,1,1 ], "to dress or decorate showily or gaudily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prank",2,2,1 ], "to make an ostentatious display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prankster",1,1,1 ], "a practical joker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prase",1,1,1 ], "a light green translucent variety of chalcedony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praseodymium",1,1,1 ], "C; boiling pt|: 3212 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "praseodymium",1,1,1 ], "It occurs principally in monazite and bastnaesite and is used with other rare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "praseodymium",1,1,1 ], "a malleable ductile silvery-white element of the lanthanide series of metals|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praseodymium",1,1,1 ], "atomic wt|: 140|91; valency: 3 or 4; relative density: 6|77; melting pt|: 931 degrees" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "praseodymium",1,1,1 ], "earths in carbon-arc lights and as a pigment in glass| Symbol: Pr; atomic no|: 59;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "prat",1,1,1 ], "an incompetent or ineffectual person: often used as a term of abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prate",1,1,1 ], "to talk idly and at length; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prate",1,2,1 ], "to utter in an idle or empty way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prate",1,3,1 ], "idle or trivial talk; prattle; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pratfall",1,1,1 ], "a fall upon one's buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pratincole",1,1,1 ], "Glareola and related genera, esp| G| pratincola, having long pointed wings, short legs," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pratincole",1,1,1 ], "and a short bill: family Glareolidae, order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pratincole",1,1,1 ], "any of various swallow-like shore birds of the southern Old World genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pratique",1,1,1 ], "formal permission given to a vessel to use a foreign port upon satisfying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pratique",1,1,1 ], "requirements of local health authorities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prattle",1,1,1 ], "to talk in a foolish or childish way; babble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prattle",1,2,1 ], "to utter in a foolish or childish way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prattle",1,3,1 ], "foolish or childish talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prau",1,1,1 ], "another word for proa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prawn",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine decapod crustaceans of the genera Palaemon, Penaeus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prawn",1,1,1 ], "etc|, having a slender flattened body with a long tail and two pairs of pincers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prawn",1,1,2 ], "come the raw prawn| Austral| informal| to attempt deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praxis",1,1,1 ], "the practice and practical side of a profession or field of study, as opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praxis",1,1,1 ], "to the theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "praxis",1,1,2 ], "a practical exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praxis",1,1,3 ], "accepted practice or custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pray",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pray",1,1,2 ], "object of worship)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pray",1,1,2 ], "when tr|, usually takes a clause as object) to utter prayers (to God or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pray",1,1,3 ], "(when tr|, usually takes a clause as object or an infinitive) to make an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pray",1,1,3 ], "earnest entreaty (to or for); beg or implore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pray",1,2,1 ], "to accomplish or bring by praying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pray",1,3,1 ], "I beg you; please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer beads",1,1,1 ], "the beads of the rosary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer book",1,1,1 ], "a book containing the prayers used at church services or recommended for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer book",1,1,1 ], "private devotions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prayer book",1,1,2 ], "another name for Book of Common Prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer meeting",1,1,1 ], "a service at which the participants sing hymns, testify, and offer up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer meeting",1,1,1 ], "individual and often extempore prayers to God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prayer rug",1,1,1 ], "his prayers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prayer rug",1,1,1 ], "the small carpet on which a Muslim kneels and prostrates himself while saying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer shawl",1,1,1 ], "another word for tallith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer wheel",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Tibet) a wheel or cylinder inscribed with or containing prayers, each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer wheel",1,1,1 ], "by turning it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "prayer wheel",1,1,1 ], "revolution of which is counted as an uttered prayer, so that such prayers can be repeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,1,1 ], "a personal communication or petition addressed to a deity, esp| in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,1,1 ], "supplication, adoration, praise, contrition, or thanksgiving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,1,2 ], "any other form of spiritual communion with a deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,2 ], "a similar personal communication that does not involve adoration, addressed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,2 ], "beings venerated as being closely associated with a deity, such as angels or saints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,3 ], "the practice of praying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,4 ], "a form of devotion, either public or private, spent mainly or wholly praying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,5 ], "a form of words used in praying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,6 ], "an object or benefit prayed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,7 ], "an earnest request, petition, or entreaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,8 ], "a request contained in a petition to a court for the relief sought by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,8 ], "petitioner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",1,1,9 ], "a chance or hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayer",2,1,1 ], "a person who prays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prayerful",1,1,1 ], "inclined to or characterized by prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "praying mantis",1,1,1 ], "another name for mantis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-",1,1,1 ], "before in time, rank, order, position, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-Columbian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the Americas before they were discovered by Columbus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-eclampsia",1,1,1 ], "a toxic condition of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure, protein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-eclampsia",1,1,1 ], "in the urine, abnormal weight gain, and oedema" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pre-eminent",1,1,1 ], "extremely eminent or distinguished; outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-empt",1,1,1 ], "to acquire in advance of or to the exclusion of others; appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-empt",1,2,1 ], "to occupy (public land) in order to acquire a prior right to purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-empt",1,3,1 ], "bidding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pre-empt",1,3,1 ], "to make a high opening bid, often on a weak hand, to shut out opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-emption",1,1,1 ], "the purchase of or right to purchase property in advance of or in preference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-emption",1,1,1 ], "to others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pre-emption",1,1,2 ], "property of the subjects of another state while in transit, esp| in time of war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pre-emption",1,1,2 ], "the right of a government to intercept and seize for its own purposes goods or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-emptive",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or capable of pre-emption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-emptive",1,1,2 ], "(of a high bid) made to shut out opposition bidding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-emptive",1,1,3 ], "designed to reduce an enemy's attacking strength before it can use it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-exilian",1,1,1 ], "prior to the Babylonian exile of the Jews (587-539 b|c|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pre-ignition",1,1,1 ], "engine before the exact instant necessary for correct operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pre-ignition",1,1,1 ], "ignition of all or part of the explosive charge in an internal-combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preach",1,1,1 ], "exhortation in (sermons)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preach",1,1,1 ], "to make known (religious truth) or give religious or moral instruction or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preach",1,1,2 ], "to advocate (a virtue, action, etc|), esp| in a moralizing way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preacher",1,1,1 ], "a person who has the calling and function of preaching the Christian Gospel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preacher",1,1,1 ], "esp| a Protestant clergyman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preacher",1,1,2 ], "a person who preaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preachify",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Informal, chiefly U|S| to preach or moralize in a tedious manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preachment",1,1,1 ], "the act of preaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preachment",1,1,2 ], "a tedious or pompous sermon or discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preachy",1,1,1 ], "preachier, preachiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preachy",1,1,2 ], "inclined to or marked by preaching| &2315" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preadamite",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes that there were people on earth before Adam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preadamite",1,1,2 ], "a person assumed to have lived before Adam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preadamite",1,2,1 ], "also preadamic " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preadamite",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a preadamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preadaptation",1,1,1 ], "survival in a changed environment, such as the limblike fins of crossopterygian fishes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preadaptation",1,1,1 ], "the possession by a species or other group of characteristics that may favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preadaptation",1,1,1 ], "which are preadaptation to terrestrial life" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "preamble" ,1, 1, 1],"a preliminary or introductory statement, esp| attached to a statute or",1). c_DEF([ "preamble" ,1, 1, 1],"constitution setting forth its purpose",2). c_DEF([ "preamble" ,1, 1, 2],"a preliminary or introductory conference, event, fact, etc",1). c_DEF([ "preamplifier",1,1,1 ], "an electronic amplifier used to improve the signal-to-noise ratio of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preamplifier",1,1,1 ], "electronic device| It boosts a low-level signal to an intermediate level before it is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preamplifier",1,1,1 ], "transmitted to the main amplifier| Sometimes shortened to preamp" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "preaxial",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring in front of the axis of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preaxial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the anterior part of a vertebrate limb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prebend",1,1,1 ], "of the chapter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prebend",1,1,1 ], "the stipend assigned by a cathedral or collegiate church to a canon or member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prebend",1,1,2 ], "the land, tithe, or other source of such a stipend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prebend",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for prebendary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prebend",1,1,4 ], "the office, formerly with an endowment, of a prebendary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prebendary",1,1,1 ], "a canon or member of the chapter of a cathedral or collegiate church who holds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prebendary",1,1,1 ], "a prebend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prebendary",1,1,2 ], "an honorary canon with the title of prebendary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precancel",1,1,1 ], "to cancel (postage stamps) before placing them on mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precancel",1,2,1 ], "a precancelled stamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precarious",1,1,1 ], "liable to failure or catastrophe; insecure; perilous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precarious",1,1,2 ], "dependent on another's will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precast",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of concrete when employed as a structural element in building) cast in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precast",1,1,1 ], "particular form before being used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precast",1,2,1 ], "(pri$:!k$a$:st), casts, casting, cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precast",1,3,1 ], "to cast (concrete) in a particular form before use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precatory",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or expressing entreaty; supplicatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precaution",1,1,1 ], "an action taken to avoid a dangerous or undesirable event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precaution",1,1,2 ], "caution practised beforehand; circumspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precede",1,1,1 ], "to go or be before (someone or something) in time, place, rank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precede",1,2,1 ], "to preface or introduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedence",1,1,1 ], "the act of preceding or the condition of being precedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedence",1,1,2 ], "stations on formal occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precedence",1,1,2 ], "the ceremonial order or priority to be observed by persons of different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedence",1,1,3 ], "a right to preferential treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedent",1,1,1 ], "a judicial decision that serves as an authority for deciding a later case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedent",1,1,2 ], "an example or instance used to justify later similar occurrences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedent",1,2,1 ], "(pr$I!si$:d ' t, !pr$es$Id@t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedent",1,2,2 ], "preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedented",1,1,1 ], "(of a decision, etc|) supported by having a precedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedential",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or serving as a precedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precedential",1,1,2 ], "having precedence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preceding",1,1,1 ], "going or coming before; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precentor" ,1, 1, 1],"a cleric who directs the choral services in a cathedral",1). c_DEF([ "precentor" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who leads a congregation or choir in the sung parts of church",1). c_DEF([ "precentor" ,1, 1, 2],"services",2). c_DEF([ "preceptor",1,1,1 ], "a practising physician giving practical training to a medical student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preceptor",1,1,2 ], "the head of a preceptory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preceptor",1,1,3 ], "a tutor or instructor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preceptory",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a subordinate house or community of the Knights Templars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precess",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo precession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precession of the equinoxes",1,1,1 ], "arc per year| It is caused by the precession of the earth's axis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "precession of the equinoxes",1,1,1 ], "continuous westward shift of the equinoctial points along the ecliptic by 50 seconds of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precession of the equinoxes",1,1,1 ], "the slightly earlier occurrence of the equinoxes each year due to the slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precession",1,1,1 ], "the act of preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precession",1,1,2 ], "it wobbles so that the axis of rotation sweeps out a cone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precession",1,1,2 ], "the motion of a spinning body, such as a top, gyroscope, or planet, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precinct",1,1,1,1 ], "an enclosed area or building marked by a fixed boundary such as a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precinct",1,1,1,2 ], "such a boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precinct",1,1,2 ], "a limited area, esp| of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precinct",1,1,2,1 ], "a district of a city for administrative or police purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precinct",1,1,2,2 ], "the police responsible for such a district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precinct",1,1,3 ], "a polling or electoral district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precincts",1,1,1 ], "the surrounding region or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preciosity",1,1,1 ], "fastidiousness or affectation, esp| in speech or manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precious coral",1,1,1 ], "another name for red coral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precious metal",1,1,1 ], "any of the metals gold, silver, or platinum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precious stone",1,1,1 ], "any of certain rare minerals, such as diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precious stone",1,1,1 ], "opal, that are highly valued as gemstones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precious",1,1,1 ], "beloved; dear; cherished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precious",1,1,2 ], "very costly or valuable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precious",1,1,3 ], "held in high esteem, esp| in moral or spiritual matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precious",1,1,4 ], "very fastidious or affected, as in speech, manners, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipice",1,1,1,1 ], "the steep sheer face of a cliff or crag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipice",1,1,1,2 ], "the cliff or crag itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipice",1,1,2 ], "a precarious situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitant",1,1,1 ], "hasty or impulsive; rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitant",1,1,2 ], "rushing or falling rapidly or without heed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitant",1,1,3 ], "abrupt or sudden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitant",1,2,1 ], "a substance or agent that causes a precipitate to form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,1,1 ], "(pr$I!s$Ip$I~te$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,2,1 ], "to cause to happen too soon or sooner than expected; bring on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,2,2 ], "to throw or fall from or as from a height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,2,3 ], "rain, etc|) to condense and fall thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,2,3 ], "to cause (moisture) to condense and fall as snow, rain, etc|, or (of moisture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,2,4 ], "separates from solution as a fine suspension of solid particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,2,4 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which a dissolved substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,3,1 ], "(pr$I!s$Ip$It$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,3,2 ], "rushing ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,3,3 ], "done rashly or with undue haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,3,4 ], "sudden and brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,4,1 ], "(pr$I!s$Ip$It$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitate",1,4,2 ], "a precipitated solid in its suspended form or after settling or filtering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation hardening",1,1,1 ], "a process in which alloys are strengthened by the formation, in their lattice," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation hardening",1,1,1 ], "of a fine dispersion of one component when the metal is quenched from a high" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation hardening",1,1,1 ], "temperature and aged at an intermediate temperature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,1,1 ], "atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,1,1 ], "rain, snow, sleet, dew, etc|, formed by condensation of water vapour in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,1,2 ], "the deposition of these on the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,1,3 ], "the amount precipitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,2 ], "the production or formation of a chemical precipitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,3 ], "the act of precipitating or the state of being precipitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,4 ], "rash or undue haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitation",1,1,5 ], "the appearance of a spirit in bodily form; materialization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitin",1,1,1 ], "an antibody that causes precipitation when mixed with its specific antigen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitous",1,1,1 ], "resembling a precipice or characterized by precipices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitous",1,1,2 ], "very steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precipitous",1,1,3 ], "hasty or precipitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precis",1,1,1 ], "a summary of the essentials of a text; abstract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precis",1,2,1 ], "to make a precis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precise",1,1,1 ], "strictly correct in amount or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precise",1,1,2 ], "designating a certain thing and no other; particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precise",1,1,3 ], "using or operating with total accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precise",1,1,4 ], "strict in observance of rules, standards, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precisian",1,1,1 ], "a punctilious observer of rules or forms, esp| in the field of religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precision",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being precise; accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precision",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or having a high degree of exactness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preclinical",1,1,1 ], "accurate diagnosis is possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preclinical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring during the early phases of a disease before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preclude",1,1,1 ], "to exclude or debar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preclude",1,1,2 ], "to make impossible, esp| beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precocial",1,1,1 ], "(of young birds) covered with down, having open eyes, and capable of leaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precocial",1,1,1 ], "the nest within a few days of hatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precocial",1,2,1 ], "a precocial bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precocious",1,1,1 ], "ahead in development, such as the mental development of a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precocious",1,1,2 ], "(of plants, fruit, etc|) flowering or ripening early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precognition",1,1,1 ], "the alleged ability to foresee future events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconceive",1,1,1 ], "to form an idea beforehand conceive of ahead in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconception",1,1,1 ], "an idea or opinion formed beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconception",1,1,2 ], "a bias; prejudice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precondition",1,1,1 ], "a necessary or required condition; prerequisite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precondition",1,2,1 ], "they become associated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precondition",1,2,1 ], "to present two stimuli to (an organism) consecutively and repeatedly so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconize",1,1,1 ], "to announce or commend publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconize",1,1,2 ], "to summon publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconize",1,1,3 ], "(of the pope) to approve the appointment of (a nominee) to one of the higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconize",1,1,3 ], "dignities in the Roman Catholic Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preconscious",1,1,1 ], "prior to the development of consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preconscious",1,2,1 ], "brought there" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preconscious",1,2,1 ], "mental contents or activity not immediately in consciousness but readily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precontract",1,1,1 ], "(pri$:!k$Antrkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precontract",1,1,2 ], "a contract or arrangement made beforehand, esp| a betrothal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precontract",1,2,1 ], "to betroth or enter into a betrothal by previous agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precontract",1,2,2 ], "to make (an agreement, etc|) by prior arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precritical",1,1,1 ], "critical state or condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precritical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring during the period preceding a crisis or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precursor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that precedes and shows or announces someone or something to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precursor",1,1,1 ], "come; harbinger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "precursor",1,1,2 ], "a predecessor or forerunner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precursory",1,1,1 ], "serving as a precursor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "precursory",1,1,2 ], "preliminary or introductory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prec|",1,1,1 ], "preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predacious",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) habitually hunting and killing other animals for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predacious",1,1,2 ], "preying on others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predate",1,1,1 ], "date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predate",1,1,1 ], "to affix a date to (a document, paper, etc|) that is earlier than the actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predate",1,1,2 ], "or previously assigned date of occurrence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predate",1,1,2 ], "to assign a date to (an event, period, etc|) that is earlier than the actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predate",1,1,3 ], "to be or occur at an earlier date than; precede in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predation",1,1,1 ], "a relationship between two species of animal in a community, in which one (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predation",1,1,1 ], "predator) hunts, kills, and eats the other (the prey)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predator",1,1,1 ], "any carnivorous animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predator",1,1,2 ], "a predatory person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predatory",1,1,1 ], "another word for predacious ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predatory",1,1,2 ], "of, involving, or characterized by plundering, robbing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predecease",1,1,1 ], "to die before (some other person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predecease",1,2,1 ], "earlier death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predecessor",1,1,1 ], "a person who precedes another, as in an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predecessor",1,1,2 ], "something that precedes something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predella",1,1,1 ], "a small painting or group of paintings as appended to a larger painting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predella",1,1,2 ], "a platform in a church upon which the altar stands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestinarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes in divine predestination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestinarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to predestination or characterizing those who believe in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestinate",1,1,1 ], "(pri$:!d$est$I~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestinate",1,2,1 ], "another word for predestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestinate",1,3,1 ], "(pri$:!d$est$In$It, -~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestinate",1,3,2 ], "predestined or foreordained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestinate",1,3,3 ], "subject to predestination; decided by God from all eternity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestination",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of God foreordaining every event from eternity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestination",1,1,1,2 ], "of some of mankind is foreordained from eternity by God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predestination",1,1,1,2 ], "the doctrine or belief, esp| associated with Calvin, that the final salvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestination",1,1,2 ], "the act of predestining or the state of being predestined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestine",1,1,1 ], "to foreordain; determine beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestine",1,1,2 ], "(of God) to decree from eternity (any event, esp| the final salvation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predestine",1,1,2 ], "individuals)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predeterminate",1,1,1 ], "determined beforehand; predetermined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predetermine",1,1,1 ], "to determine beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predetermine",1,1,2 ], "to influence or incline towards an opinion beforehand; bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predial",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of praedial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being predicated or asserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicable",1,2,1 ], "a quality, attribute, etc|, that can be predicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicable",1,2,2 ], "any of the five general forms of attribution, namely genus, species," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicable",1,2,2 ], "differentia, property, and accident" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predicament",1,1,1 ], "a perplexing, embarrassing, or difficult situation|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicament",1,1,2 ], "a logical class or category" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicament",1,1,3 ], "a specific condition, circumstance, state, position, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicant",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to preaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicant",1,2,1 ], "a member of a religious order founded for preaching, esp| a Dominican|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicant",1,2,2 ], "a variant spelling of predikant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate calculus",1,1,1 ], "predicates in propositions and with quantification over individuals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "predicate calculus",1,1,1 ], "propositions as wholes but also with the representation by symbols of individuals and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predicate calculus",1,1,1 ], "the system of symbolic logic concerned not only with relations between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to proclaim, declare, or affirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,1,2 ], "to imply or connote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to base or found (a proposition, argument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,1,3,1 ], "of a proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,1,3,1 ], "to assert or affirm (a property, characteristic, or condition) of the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,1,3,2 ], "to make (a term, expression, etc|) the predicate of a proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,2,1,1 ], "of a sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,2,1,1 ], "the part of a sentence in which something is asserted or denied of the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,2,2 ], "a term, property, characteristic, or condition that is affirmed or denied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,2,2 ], "concerning the subject of a proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predicate",1,3,1 ], "of or relating to something that has been predicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicative",1,1,1 ], "relating to or occurring within the predicate of a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predicatory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of preaching or a preacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predict",1,1,1 ], "foretell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predict",1,1,1 ], "to state or make a declaration about in advance, esp| on a reasoned basis;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prediction",1,1,1 ], "the act of predicting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prediction",1,1,2 ], "something predicted; a forecast, prophecy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predictor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that predicts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predictor",1,1,2 ], "an instrument, used in conjunction with an anti-aircraft gun, that determines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predictor",1,1,2 ], "the speed, distance, height, and direction of hostile aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predigest",1,1,1 ], "to treat (food) artificially to aid subsequent digestion in the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predikant",1,1,1 ], "a minister in the Dutch Reformed Church, esp| in South Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predilection",1,1,1 ], "a predisposition, preference, or bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predispose",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to or towards) to incline or make (someone) susceptible to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predispose",1,1,1 ], "something beforehand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "predispose",1,1,2 ], "to dispose of (property, etc|) beforehand; bequeath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predisposition",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being predisposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predisposition",1,1,2 ], "susceptibility to a specific disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prednisone",1,1,1 ], "a steroid drug derived from cortisone and having the same uses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predominant",1,1,1 ], "having superiority in power, influence, etc|, over others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predominant",1,1,2 ], "prevailing; prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predominate",1,1,1 ], "to have power, influence, or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predominate",1,2,1 ], "to prevail or preponderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predominate",1,3,1 ], "to dominate or have control over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predominate",1,4,1 ], "(pr$I!d$Am$In$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "predominate",1,4,2 ], "another word for predominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pred|",1,1,1 ], "predicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preemie",1,1,1 ], "a premature infant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preen",1,1,1 ], "(of birds) to maintain (feathers) in a healthy condition by arrangement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preen",1,1,1 ], "cleaning, and other contact with the bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preen",1,1,2 ], "to dress or array (oneself) carefully; primp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preen",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by on) to pride or congratulate (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preen",2,1,1 ], "a pin, esp| a decorative one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefab",1,1,1,1 ], "a building that is prefabricated, esp| a small house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefab",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefabricate",1,1,1 ], "be easily transported to and rapidly assembled on a building site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefabricate",1,1,1 ], "to manufacture sections of (a building), esp| in a factory, so that they can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preface",1,1,1 ], "a statement written as an introduction to a literary or other work, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preface",1,1,1 ], "explaining its scope, intention, method, etc|; foreword" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preface",1,1,2 ], "anything introductory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preface",1,1,3 ], "a prayer of thanksgiving and exhortation serving as an introduction to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preface",1,1,3 ], "canon of the Mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preface",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with a preface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preface",1,2,2 ], "to serve as a preface to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefatory",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or serving as a preface; introductory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,1 ], "(in France, Italy, etc|) the chief administrative officer in a department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,2 ], "(in France, etc|) the head of a police force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,3 ], "a schoolchild appointed to a position of limited power over his fellows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,4 ], "(in ancient Rome) any of several magistrates or military commanders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,5 ], "an official having jurisdiction over a missionary district that has no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,5 ], "ordinary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,6 ], "one of two senior masters in a Jesuit school or college (the prefect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,6 ], "studies and the prefect of discipline or first prefect)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,7 ], "a cardinal in charge of a congregation of the Curia|Also (for senses 4-7):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefect",1,1,7 ], "praefect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefecture",1,1,1 ], "the office, position, or area of authority of a prefect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefecture",1,1,2 ], "the official residence of a prefect in France, Italy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefer",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to like better or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefer",1,1,1 ], "value more highly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefer",1,1,2 ], "to give preference, esp| to one creditor over others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefer",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of the police) to put (charges) before a court, judge, magistrate, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefer",1,1,3 ], "for consideration and judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefer",1,2,1 ], "to advance in rank over another or others; promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferable",1,1,1 ], "preferred or more desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preference shares",1,1,1 ], "declared on ordinary shares| U|S| name: preferred stock" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "preference shares",1,1,1 ], "shares representing part of the capital issued by a company and entitling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preference shares",1,1,1 ], "shares usually carry a definite rate of dividend that is generally lower than that" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "preference shares",1,1,1 ], "their holders to priority with respect to both net profit and net assets| Preference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,1 ], "the act of preferring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,2 ], "something or someone preferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,2,1 ], "of those of the others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,2,1 ], "the settling of the claims of one or more creditors before or to the exclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,2,2 ], "a prior right to payment, as of a dividend or share in the assets of a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,2,2 ], "in the event of liquidation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,3 ], "levying differential tariffs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preference",1,1,3 ], "the granting of favour or precedence to particular foreign countries, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferential voting",1,1,1 ], "a system of voting in which the electors signify their choices, as of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferential voting",1,1,1 ], "candidates, in order of preference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preferential",1,1,1 ], "showing or resulting from preference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferential",1,1,2 ], "giving, receiving, or originating from preference in international trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferment",1,1,1 ], "the act of promoting or advancing to a higher position, office, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferment",1,1,2 ], "the state of being preferred for promotion or social advancement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferment",1,1,3 ], "the act of preferring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preferred stock",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for preference shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefiguration",1,1,1 ], "the act of prefiguring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefiguration",1,1,2 ], "something that prefigures, such as a prototype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefigure",1,1,1 ], "to represent or suggest in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefigure",1,1,2 ], "to imagine or consider beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefix",1,1,1 ], "an affix that precedes the stem to which it is attached, as for example un- in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefix",1,1,1 ], "unhappy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefix",1,1,2 ], "something coming or placed before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefix",1,2,1 ], "(pri$:!f$Iks, !pri$:f$Iks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefix",1,3,1 ], "to put or place before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefix",1,3,2 ], "to add (a morpheme) as a prefix to the beginning of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preformation",1,1,1 ], "the act of forming in advance; previous formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preformation",1,1,2 ], "of a fully differentiated egg cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preformation",1,1,2 ], "the theory, now discredited, that an individual develops by simple enlargement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prefrontal",1,1,1 ], "of the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prefrontal",1,1,1 ], "situated in, involving, or relating to the foremost part of the frontal lobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pref|",1,1,1 ], "preface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pref|",1,1,2 ], "prefatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pref|",1,1,3 ], "preference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pref|",1,1,4 ], "preferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pref|",1,1,5 ], "prefix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preggers",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for pregnant ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preglacial",1,1,1 ], "epoch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preglacial",1,1,1 ], "formed or occurring before a glacial period, esp| before the Pleistocene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pregnable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being assailed or captured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pregnancy",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pregnancy",1,1,2 ], "the period from conception to childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pregnant",1,1,1 ], "carrying a fetus or fetuses within the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pregnant",1,1,2 ], "full of meaning or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pregnant",1,1,3 ], "inventive or imaginative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pregnant",1,1,4 ], "prolific or fruitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prehensile",1,1,1 ], "adapted for grasping, esp| by wrapping around a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prehension",1,1,1 ], "the act of grasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prehension",1,1,2 ], "apprehension by the senses or the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prehistoric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to man's development before the appearance of the written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prehistoric",1,1,1 ], "word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prehistory",1,1,1 ], "the prehistoric period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prehistory",1,1,2 ], "the study of this period, relying entirely on archaeological evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prehominid",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct manlike primates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudge",1,1,1 ], "to judge beforehand, esp| without sufficient evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,1 ], "an opinion formed beforehand, esp| an unfavourable one based on inadequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,1 ], "facts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,2 ], "the act or condition of holding such opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,3 ], "intolerance of or dislike for people of a specific race, religion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,4 ], "disadvantage or injury resulting from prejudice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,5 ], "in the prejudice of| to the detriment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,6 ], "right or claim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,1,6 ], "without prejudice| Law| without dismissing or detracting from an existing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,2,1 ], "to cause to be prejudiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudice",1,2,2 ], "to disadvantage or injure by prejudice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prejudicial",1,1,1 ], "causing prejudice; detrimental or damaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelacy",1,1,1,1 ], "the office or status of a prelate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelacy",1,1,1,2 ], "prelates collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelacy",1,1,2 ], "government of the Church by prelates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelate",1,1,1 ], "a Church dignitary of high rank, such as a cardinal, bishop, or abbot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelatism",1,1,1 ], "government of the Church by prelates; episcopacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelect",1,1,1 ], "to lecture or discourse in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelexical",1,1,1 ], "denoting or applicable at a stage in the formation of a sentence at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelexical",1,1,1 ], "semantic material of that sentence in the speaker's mind" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "prelexical",1,1,1 ], "words and phrases have not yet replaced all of the underlying grammatical and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prelibation",1,1,1 ], "an advance taste or sample; foretaste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preliminaries",1,1,1 ], "the full word for prelims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preliminary" ,1, 1, 1],"occurring before or in preparation; introductory",1). c_DEF([ "preliminary" ,1, 2, 2],"a preliminary event or occurrence",1). c_DEF([ "preliminary" ,1, 2, 3],"an eliminating contest held before the main competition",1). c_DEF([ "prelims",1,1,1 ], "text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prelims",1,1,1 ], "the pages of a book, such as the title page and contents, before the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelims",1,1,2 ], "the first public examinations taken for the bachelor's degree in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelims",1,1,2 ], "universities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prelim|",1,1,1 ], "preliminary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preliterate",1,1,1 ], "relating to a society that has not developed a written language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelude",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of music that precedes a fugue, or forms the first movement of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelude",1,1,1,1 ], "suite, or an introduction to an act in an opera, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prelude",1,1,1,2 ], "(esp| for piano) a self-contained piece of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelude",1,1,2 ], "something serving as an introduction or preceding event, occurrence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelude",1,2,1 ], "to serve as a prelude to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prelude",1,3,1 ], "to introduce by a prelude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premarital",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of sexual relations) occurring before marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premature",1,1,1 ], "occurring or existing before the normal or expected time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premature",1,1,2 ], "impulsive or hasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premature",1,1,3 ], "(of an infant) born before the end of the full period of gestation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premaxilla",1,1,1 ], "either of two bones situated in the upper jaw between the maxillary bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premed" ,1, 1, 1],"short for ,premedical",1). c_DEF([ "premed" ,1, 2, 2],"short for premedication",1). c_DEF([ "premed" ,1, 2, 3],"a premedical student",1). c_DEF([ "premedical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a course of study prerequisite for entering medical school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premedical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a person engaged in such a course of study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premedication",1,1,1 ], "anaesthesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premedication",1,1,1 ], "any drugs administered to sedate and otherwise prepare a patient for general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premeditate",1,1,1 ], "to plan or consider (something, such as a violent crime) beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premeditation",1,1,1 ], "prior resolve to do some act or to commit a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premeditation",1,1,2 ], "the act of premeditating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premie",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of preemie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premier",1,1,1 ], "another name for prime minister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premier",1,1,2 ], "any of the heads of governments of the Canadian provinces and the Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premier",1,1,2 ], "states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premier",1,1,3 ], "the winners of a premiership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premier",1,2,1 ], "first in importance, rank, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premier",1,2,2 ], "first in occurrence; earliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premiere",1,1,1 ], "the first public performance of a film, play, opera, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premiere",1,1,2 ], "the leading lady in a theatre company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premiership",1,1,1 ], "the office of premier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premiership",1,1,2 ], "a championship competition held among a number of sporting clubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premillenarian",1,1,1 ], "a believer in or upholder of the doctrines of premillennialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premillennial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the period preceding the millennium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premillennialism",1,1,1 ], "Coming of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premillennialism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine or belief that the millennium will be preceded by the Second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premise",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to state or assume (a proposition) as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premise",1,1,1 ], "a premiss in an argument, theory, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premises",1,1,1 ], "a piece of land together with its buildings, esp| considered as a place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premises",1,1,1 ], "business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premises",1,1,1,1 ], "(in a deed, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premises",1,1,2 ], "the matters referred to previously the aforesaid the foregoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premises",1,1,2,2 ], "the introductory part of a grant, conveyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premises",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) the part of a bill in equity that states the names of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premises",1,1,3 ], "parties, details of the plaintiff's claims, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premiss",1,1,1 ], "a statement that is assumed or believed to be true and from which a conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premiss",1,1,1 ], "can logically be drawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premiss",1,1,2 ], "either of the two propositions of a syllogism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,1 ], "an amount paid in addition to a standard rate, price, wage, etc|; bonus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,2 ], "policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,2 ], "the amount paid or payable, usually in regular instalments, for an insurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,3 ], "the amount above nominal or par value at which something sells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,3,1 ], "an offer of something free or at a specially reduced price as an inducement to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,3,1 ], "buy a commodity or service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,4 ], "a prize given to the winner of a competition; award" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,5 ], "an amount sometimes charged for a loan of money in addition to the interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,6 ], "great value or regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,7 ], "a fee, now rarely required, for instruction or apprenticeship in a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,7 ], "or trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,8 ], "at a premium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,8,1 ], "in great demand or of high value, usually because of scarcity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premium",1,1,8,2 ], "above par" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premolar",1,1,1 ], "situated before a molar tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premolar",1,2,1 ], "any one of eight bicuspid teeth in the human adult, two situated on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premolar",1,2,1 ], "of both jaws between the first molar and the canine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "premonish",1,1,1 ], "to admonish beforehand; forewarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premonition",1,1,1 ], "an intuition of a future, usually unwelcome, occurrence; foreboding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premonition",1,1,2 ], "an early warning of a future event; forewarning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premorse",1,1,1 ], "appearing as though the end had been bitten off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "premunition",1,1,1 ], "a state of immunity acquired as the result of a persistent latent infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prem|",1,1,1 ], "premium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prenatal",1,1,1 ], "occurring or present before birth; during pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prenatal",1,2,1 ], "a prenatal examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prenomen",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of praenomen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prenominal",1,1,1 ], "only before a noun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prenominal",1,1,1 ], "placed before a noun, esp| (of an adjective or sense of an adjective) used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prenominal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a praenomen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prenotion",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for preconception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prentice",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for apprentice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preoccupation",1,1,1 ], "the state of being preoccupied, esp| mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preoccupation",1,1,2 ], "something that holds the attention or preoccupies the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preoccupied",1,1,1 ], "engrossed or absorbed in something, esp| one's own thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preoccupied",1,1,2 ], "already or previously occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preoccupied",1,1,3 ], "(of a taxonomic name) already used to designate a genus, species, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preoccupy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to engross the thoughts or mind of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preoccupy",1,1,2 ], "to occupy before or in advance of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preordain",1,1,1 ], "to ordain, decree, or appoint beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prep",1,1,1 ], "short for preparation ,1,5 or (chiefly U|S|)preparatory school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of preparing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,2 ], "the state of being prepared; readiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,3 ], "a measure done in order to prepare for something; provision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,4 ], "something that is prepared, esp| a medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,5 ], "(esp| in a boarding school)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,5,1 ], "first heard in the preceding chord as a consonance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,5,1 ], "homework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,5,1 ], "the anticipation of a dissonance so that the note producing it in one chord is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,5,2 ], "a note so employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,5,2 ], "the period reserved for this| Usually shortened to prep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,6 ], "the preliminary prayers at Mass or divine service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparation",1,1,7 ], "the Friday before the Jewish Sabbath or any of the major Jewish festivals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparative",1,1,1 ], "serving to prepare; preparatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparative",1,2,1 ], "something that prepares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory school",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a private school, usually single-sex and for children between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory school",1,1,1 ], "ages of 6 and 13, generally preparing pupils for public school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory school",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a private secondary school preparing pupils for college|Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory school",1,1,2 ], "shortened to prep school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory",1,1,1 ], "serving to prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory",1,1,2 ], "introductory or preliminary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory",1,1,3 ], "occupied in preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparatory",1,1,4 ], "preparatory to| as a preparation to; before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepare",1,1,1 ], "event, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prepare",1,1,1 ], "to make ready or suitable in advance for a particular purpose or for some use," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepare",1,1,2 ], "to put together using parts or ingredients; compose or construct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepare",1,2,1 ], "to equip or outfit, as for an expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepare",1,3,1 ], "to soften the impact of (a dissonant note) by the use of preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepare",1,3,2 ], "be prepared| willing and able" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepare",1,3,3 ], "(to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preparedness",1,1,1 ], "the state of being prepared or ready, esp| militarily ready for war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to pay for in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepense",1,1,1 ], "(usually in legal contexts) arranged in advance premeditated (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepense",1,1,1 ], "phrase malice prepense)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preponderant",1,1,1 ], "greater in weight, force, influence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preponderate",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by over) to be more powerful, important, numerous, etc|, (than)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preponderate",1,1,2 ], "to be of greater weight than something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preponderate",1,1,3 ], "to be weighed down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preposition" ,1, 1, 1],"a word or group of words used before a noun or pronoun to relate it",1). c_DEF([ "preposition" ,1, 1, 1],"grammatically or semantically to some other constituent of a sentence",2). c_DEF([ "prepositive",1,1,1 ], "(of a word or speech element) placed before the word governed or modified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepositive",1,2,1 ], "a prepositive element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepositor",1,1,1 ], "a prefect in any of certain public schools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepossess",1,1,1 ], "to preoccupy or engross mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepossess",1,1,2 ], "to influence in advance for or against a person or thing; prejudice; bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepossess",1,1,3 ], "to make a favourable impression on beforehand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepossessing",1,1,1 ], "creating a favourable impression; attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepossession",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being prepossessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepossession",1,1,2 ], "a prejudice or bias, esp| a favourable one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preposterous",1,1,1 ], "contrary to nature, reason, or sense; absurd; ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepotency",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being prepotent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepotency",1,1,2 ], "than the other parent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prepotency",1,1,2 ], "the ability of one parent to transmit more characteristics to its offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepotency",1,1,3 ], "readily than that from other sources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prepotency",1,1,3 ], "the ability of pollen from one source to bring about fertilization more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepotent",1,1,1 ], "greater in power, force, or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepotent",1,1,2 ], "showing prepotency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepuce",1,1,1 ], "foreskin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prepuce",1,1,1 ], "the retractable fold of skin covering the tip of the penis| Nontechnical name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prepuce",1,1,2 ], "a similar fold of skin covering the tip of the clitoris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prep|",1,1,1 ], "preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prep|",1,1,2 ], "preparatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prep|",1,1,3 ], "preposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prerequisite",1,1,1 ], "required as a prior condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prerequisite",1,2,1 ], "something required as a prior condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prerogative",1,1,1 ], "an exclusive privilege or right exercised by a person or group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prerogative",1,1,1 ], "holding a particular office or hereditary rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prerogative",1,1,2 ], "any privilege or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prerogative",1,1,3 ], "a power, privilege, or immunity restricted to a sovereign or sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prerogative",1,1,3 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prerogative",1,1,4 ], "precedence or pre-eminence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prerogative",1,2,1 ], "having or able to exercise a prerogative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presa" ,1, 1, 1],"a sign",1). c_DEF([ "presage",1,1,1 ], "an intimation or warning of something about to happen; portent; omen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presage",1,1,2 ], "a sense of what is about to happen; foreboding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presage",1,1,3 ], "a forecast or prediction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presage",1,3,1 ], "to have a presentiment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presage",1,4,1 ], "to give a forewarning of; portend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presage",1,5,1 ], "to make a prediction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyopia",1,1,1 ], "a progressively diminishing ability of the eye to focus, noticeable from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyopia",1,1,1 ], "middle to old age, caused by loss of elasticity of the crystalline lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presbyter",1,1,1,1 ], "an elder of a congregation in the early Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyter",1,1,1,2 ], "(in some Churches having episcopal politics) an official who is subordinate to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyter",1,1,1,2 ], "a bishop and has administrative, teaching, and sacerdotal functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presbyter",1,1,2 ], "(in some hierarchical Churches) another name for priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyter",1,1,3 ], "(in the Presbyterian Church)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyter",1,1,3,1 ], "a teaching elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyter",1,1,3,2 ], "a ruling elder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyterate",1,1,1 ], "the status or office of a presbyter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyterate",1,1,2 ], "a group of presbyters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyterial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a presbyter or presbytery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyterian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating Church government by presbyters or lay elders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbyterian",1,2,1 ], "an upholder of this type of Church government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbytery",1,1,1,1 ], "a local Church court composed of ministers and elders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbytery",1,1,1,2 ], "the congregations or churches within the jurisdiction of any such court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbytery",1,1,2 ], "is situated; sanctuary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presbytery",1,1,2 ], "the part of a cathedral or church east of the choir, in which the main altar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbytery",1,1,3 ], "presbyters or elders collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbytery",1,1,4 ], "government of a church by presbyters or elders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presbytery",1,1,5 ], "the residence of a parish priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescience",1,1,1 ], "knowledge of events before they take place; foreknowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescind",1,2,1 ], "to withdraw attention (from something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescind",1,3,1 ], "to isolate, remove, or separate, as for special consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescribe",1,1,1 ], "to lay down as a rule or directive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescribe",1,1,2 ], "to claim or acquire (a right, title, etc|) by prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescribe",1,1,3 ], "to make or become invalid or unenforceable by lapse of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescribe",1,1,4 ], "to recommend or order the use of (a drug or other remedy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescript",1,1,1 ], "something laid down or prescribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescript",1,2,1 ], "(pr$I!skr$Ipt, !pri$:skr$Ipt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescript",1,2,2 ], "prescribed as a rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescriptible",1,1,1 ], "subject to prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescriptible",1,1,2 ], "depending on or derived from prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,1,1 ], "the form, dosage strength, etc|, of a drug to be issued to a specific patient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,1,1 ], "written instructions from a physician, dentist, etc|, to a pharmacist stating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,1,2 ], "the drug or remedy prescribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,2 ], "(of drugs) available legally only with a doctor's prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,2,1 ], "spectacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,2,1 ], "written instructions for an optician on the proper grinding of lenses for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,3 ], "the act of prescribing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,4 ], "something that is prescribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,5 ], "a long established custom or a claim based on one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,5,1 ], "the uninterrupted possession of property over a stated period of time, after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,5,1 ], "which a right or title is acquired (positive prescription)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,5,2 ], "the barring of adverse claims to property, etc|, after a specified period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,5,2 ], "time has elapsed, allowing the possessor to acquire title (negative prescription)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prescription",1,1,5,3 ], "the right or title acquired in either of these ways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescriptive",1,1,1 ], "making or giving directions, rules, or injunctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescriptive",1,1,2 ], "sanctioned by long-standing usage or custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescriptive",1,1,3 ], "derived from or based upon legal prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescriptivism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that moral utterances have no truth value but prescribe attitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prescriptivism",1,1,1 ], "to others and express the conviction of the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presence chamber",1,1,1 ], "assemblies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presence chamber",1,1,1 ], "the room in which a great person, such as a monarch, receives guests," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence of mind",1,1,1 ], "the ability to remain calm and act constructively during times of crisis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence",1,1,1 ], "the state or fact of being present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence",1,1,2 ], "the immediate proximity of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence",1,1,3 ], "personal appearance or bearing, esp| of a dignified nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence",1,1,4 ], "an imposing or dignified personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence",1,1,5 ], "an invisible spirit felt to be nearby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence",1,1,6 ], "assembly or company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presence",1,1,7 ], "short for presence chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present participle",1,1,1 ], "a participial form of verbs used adjectivally when the action it describes is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present participle",1,1,1 ], "certain compound tenses| In English this form ends in -ing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "present participle",1,1,1 ], "contemporaneous with that of the main verb of a sentence and also used in the formation of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "present perfect",1,2,1 ], "another term for perfect 11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present value",1,1,1 ], "incomes or outlays| It is computed by the process of discounting at a predetermined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "present value",1,1,1 ], "rate of interest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "present value",1,1,1 ], "the current capital value of a future income or outlay or of a series of such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 1, 1],"in existence at the moment in time at which an utterance is spoken or written",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 2, 1],"being in a specified place, thing, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 2, 2],"now in consideration or under discussion",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 2, 3],"at the time of utterance or when the speaker does not wish to make any explicit",2). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 2, 3],"denoting a tense of verbs used when the action or event described is occurring",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 2, 3],"temporal reference",3). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 2, 4],"readily available; instant",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 2, 5],"mentally alert; attentive",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 3, 1, 1],"the present tense",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 3, 1, 2],"a verb in this tense",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 3, 1],"the present| the time being; now",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 3, 2],"at present| at the moment; now",1). c_DEF([ "present" ,1, 3, 3],"for the present| for the time being; temporarily",1). c_DEF([ "present",2,1,1 ], "(pr$I!z$ent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,1 ], "to introduce (a person) to another, esp| to someone of higher rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,10 ], "to aim or point (a weapon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,11 ], "diocese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,11 ], "to nominate (a clergyman) to a bishop for institution to a benefice in his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,12 ], "to lay (a charge, etc|) before a court, magistrate, etc|, for consideration or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,12 ], "trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,13 ], "to bring a formal charge or accusation against (a person); indict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,14 ], "(of a grand jury) to take notice of (an offence) from personal knowledge or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,14 ], "observation, before any bill of indictment has been drawn up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,15 ], "present onself| to appear, esp| at a specific time and place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,2 ], "to introduce to the public; show; exhibit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,3 ], "to bring or suggest to the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,4 ], "to give or award" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,5 ], "to endow with or as if with a gift or award" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,6 ], "to offer formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,7 ], "to offer or hand over for action or settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,8 ], "to represent or depict in a particular manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,2,9 ], "to salute someone with (one's weapon)(usually in the phrase present arms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,3,1 ], "anything that is presented; a gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present",2,3,2 ], "make someone a present of| to give someone something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "present-day",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of the modern day current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentable",1,1,1 ], "fit to be presented or introduced to other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentable",1,1,2 ], "fit to be displayed or offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,1 ], "the act of presenting or state of being presented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,10 ], "another name for (feast of)Candlemas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,2 ], "the manner of presenting; delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,2,1 ], "an offering or bestowal, as of a gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,3 ], "a performance or representation, as of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,4 ], "the formal introduction of a person, as into society or at court; debut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,5 ], "the act or right of nominating a clergyman to a benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,6 ], "the position of a baby relative to the birth canal at the time of birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,7 ], "another word for presentment ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,8 ], "an archaic word for gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentation",1,1,9 ], "a sense datum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentationism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that objects are identical with our perceptions of them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentative",1,1,1,1 ], "able to be known or perceived immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentative",1,1,1,2 ], "capable of knowing or perceiving in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentative",1,1,2 ], "subject to or conferring the right of ecclesiastical presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentee",1,1,1 ], "a person who is presented, as at court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentee",1,1,2 ], "a person to whom something is presented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentient",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or experiencing a presentiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentiment",1,1,1 ], "a sense of something about to happen; premonition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presently",1,1,1 ], "in a short while; soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presently",1,1,2 ], "at the moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presently",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentment",1,1,1 ], "the act of presenting or state of being presented; presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentment",1,1,2 ], "something presented, such as a picture, play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentment",1,1,3 ], "a statement on oath by a grand jury of something within their own knowledge or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presentment",1,1,3 ], "observation, esp| the commission of an offence when the indictment has been laid before" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presentment",1,1,3 ], "them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "presentment",1,1,4 ], "the presenting of a bill of exchange, promissory note, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presents",1,1,1 ], "used in a deed or document to refer to itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preservative",1,1,1 ], "something that preserves or tends to preserve, esp| a chemical added to foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preservative",1,1,1 ], "to inhibit decomposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preservative",1,2,1 ], "tending or intended to preserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,1 ], "to keep safe from danger or harm; protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,2 ], "to protect from decay or dissolution; maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,3 ], "to maintain possession of; keep up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,4 ], "to prevent from decomposition or chemical change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,5 ], "decomposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,5 ], "to prepare (food), as by freezing, drying, or salting, so that it will resist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,6 ], "to make preserves of (fruit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,1,7 ], "to rear and protect (game) in restricted places for hunting or fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,2,1 ], "to maintain protection and favourable conditions for game in preserves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,3,1 ], "something that preserves or is preserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,3,2 ], "a special area or domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,3,3 ], "fruit, etc|, prepared by cooking with sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preserve",1,3,4 ], "areas where game is reared for private hunting or fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preshrunk",1,1,1 ], "(of fabrics, garments, etc|) having undergone a shrinking process during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preshrunk",1,1,1 ], "manufacture so that further shrinkage will not occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preside",1,1,1 ], "to sit in or hold a position of authority, as over a meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preside",1,1,2 ], "to exercise authority; control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preside",1,1,3 ], "to occupy a position as an instrumentalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presidency",1,1,1,1 ], "a local administrative council consisting of a president and two executive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presidency",1,1,1,1 ], "members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presidency",1,1,1,1 ], "the office, dignity, or term of a president" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presidency",1,1,1,2 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presidency",1,1,1,2 ], "the office of president of a republic, esp| the office of the President of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presidency",1,1,1,2 ], "the supreme administrative body composed of the Prophet and two councillors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "president",1,1,1 ], "the chief executive or head of state of a republic, esp| of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "president",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the chief executive officer of a company, corporation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "president",1,1,3 ], "a person who presides over an assembly, meeting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "president",1,1,4 ], "the chief executive officer of certain establishments of higher education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "president-elect",1,1,1 ], "a person who has been elected president but has not yet entered office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presidium",1,1,1 ], "(in Communist countries) a permanent committee of a larger body, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presidium",1,1,1 ], "legislature, that acts for it when it is recessed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presidium",1,1,2 ], "a collective presidency, esp| of a nongovernmental organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presignify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to signify beforehand; foreshadow; foretell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press agency",1,1,1 ], "another name for news agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press agent",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to obtain favourable publicity, such as notices in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press agent",1,1,1 ], "newspapers, for an organization, actor, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press box",1,1,1 ], "an area reserved for reporters, as in a sports stadium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press conference",1,1,1 ], "an interview for press and television reporters given by a politician, film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press conference",1,1,1 ], "star, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press gallery",1,1,1 ], "an area set apart for newspaper reporters, esp| in a legislative assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press gang" ,1, 1, 1],"(formerly) a detachment of men used to press civilians for service in the navy",1). c_DEF([ "press gang" ,1, 1, 1],"or army",2). c_DEF([ "press gang" ,1, 2, 2],"to force (a person) to join the navy or army by a press gang",1). c_DEF([ "press gang" ,1, 2, 3],"to induce (a person) to perform a duty by forceful persuasion",1). c_DEF([ "press of sail",1,1,1 ], "the most sail a vessel can carry under given conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press release",1,1,1 ], "an official announcement or account of a news item circulated to the press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press stud",1,1,1 ], "a fastening device consisting of one part with a projecting knob that snaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press stud",1,1,1 ], "into a hole on another like part, used esp| in closures in clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,1,1 ], "to apply or exert weight, force, or steady pressure on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,10,1 ], "(formerly) to put to death or subject to torture by placing heavy weights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,10,1 ], "upon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,11,1 ], "to trouble or oppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,1 ], "any machine that exerts pressure to form, shape, or cut materials or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,1 ], "extract liquids, compress solids, or hold components together while an adhesive joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,1 ], "is formed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,10 ], "a closely packed throng of people; crowd; multitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,11 ], "urgency or hurry in business affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,12 ], "a cupboard, esp| a large one used for storing clothes or linen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,13 ], "a wood or metal clamp or vice to prevent tennis rackets, etc|, from warping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,13 ], "when not in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,14 ], "a lift in which the weight is raised to shoulder level and then above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,14 ], "head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,2 ], "the art or process of printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,3 ], "at or in press| being printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,4 ], "to press| to be printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,5 ], "a| the press| news media and agencies collectively, esp| newspapers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,6 ], "photographers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,6 ], "the press| those who work in the news media, esp| newspaper reporters and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,7 ], "the opinions and reviews in the newspapers, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,8 ], "the act of pressing or state of being pressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,12,9 ], "the act of crowding, thronging, or pushing together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,2,1 ], "to squeeze or compress so as to alter in shape or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,2,2 ], "creases; iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,2,2 ], "to apply heat or pressure to (clothing) so as to smooth out or mark with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,2,3 ], "esp| to make gramophone records from plastic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,2,3 ], "to make (objects) from soft material by pressing with a mould, form, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,3,1 ], "to hold tightly or clasp, as in an embrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,4,1 ], "to extract or force out (juice) by pressure (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,5,1 ], "to successfully lift (a weight) with a press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,6,1 ], "to force, constrain, or compel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,6,2 ], "to importune or entreat (a person) insistently; urge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,6,3 ], "to harass or cause harassment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,7,1 ], "to plead or put forward strongly or importunately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,8,1 ], "to be urgent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,9,1 ], "to have little of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,9,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on or forward) to hasten or advance or cause to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",1,9,2 ], "hasten or advance in a forceful manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",2,1,1 ], "to recruit (men) by forcible measures for military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",2,1,2 ], "service)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press",2,1,2 ], "to use for a purpose other than intended, (esp| in the phrase press into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press",2,2,1 ], "recruitment into military service by forcible measures, as by a press gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press-up",1,1,1 ], "an exercise in which the body is alternately raised from and lowered to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "press-up",1,1,1 ], "floor by the arms only, the trunk being kept straight with the toes and hands resting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "press-up",1,1,1 ], "on the floor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pressie",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for present ,2,16" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressing",1,1,1 ], "demanding immediate attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressing",1,1,2 ], "persistent or importunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressing",1,2,1 ], "a large specified number of gramophone records produced at one time from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressing",1,2,1 ], "master record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressman",1,1,1 ], "a person who works for the press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressman",1,1,2 ], "a person who operates a printing press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressmark",1,1,1 ], "a location mark on a book indicating a specific bookcase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressor",1,1,1 ], "relating to or producing an increase in blood pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressroom",1,1,1 ], "the room in a printing establishment that houses the printing presses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure cabin",1,1,1 ], "the pressurized cabin of an aircraft or spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure cooker",1,1,1 ], "a strong hermetically sealed pot in which food may be cooked quickly under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure cooker",1,1,1 ], "pressure at a temperature above the normal boiling point of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressure drag",1,1,1 ], "the components of the pressures at right angles to the surface of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressure drag",1,1,1 ], "the part of the total drag of a body moving through a gas or liquid caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure gauge",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring fluid pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure gradient",1,1,1 ], "a synoptic chart by the spacing of the isobars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressure gradient",1,1,1 ], "the decrease in atmospheric pressure per unit of horizontal distance, shown on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure group",1,1,1 ], "a group of people who seek to exert pressure on legislators, public opinion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure group",1,1,1 ], "etc|, in order to promote their own ideas or welfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressure head",1,1,1 ], "a more formal name for head (sense 24a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure point",1,1,1 ], "any of several points on the body above an artery that, when firmly pressed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure point",1,1,1 ], "will control bleeding from the artery at a point farther away from the heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressure suit",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable suit worn by a person flying at high altitudes or in space, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure suit",1,1,1 ], "provide protection from low pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,1 ], "the state of pressing or being pressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,2 ], "the exertion of force by one body on the surface of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,3 ], "a moral force that compels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,4 ], "an urgent claim or demand or series of urgent claims or demands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,5 ], "a burdensome condition that is hard to bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,6 ], "(newtons per square metre), millibars, torr, or atmospheres| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,6 ], "the force applied to a unit area of a surface, usually measured in pascals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,1,7 ], "short for atmospheric pressure or blood pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,2,1 ], "to constrain or compel, as by the application of moral force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure",1,2,2 ], "another word for pressurize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressure-cook",1,1,1 ], "to cook (food) in a pressure cooker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressurize",1,1,1 ], "to increase the pressure in (an enclosure, such as an aircraft cabin) in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pressurize",1,1,1 ], "to maintain approximately atmospheric pressure when the external pressure is low" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pressurize",1,1,2 ], "to increase pressure on (a fluid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presswork",1,1,1 ], "the operation of a printing press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presswork",1,1,2 ], "the matter printed by a printing press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prest",1,1,1 ], "prepared for action or use; ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prest",2,1,1 ], "a loan of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestidigitation",1,1,1 ], "another name for sleight of hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestige",1,1,1 ], "high status or reputation achieved through success, influence, wealth, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestige",1,1,1 ], "renown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prestige",1,1,1,1 ], "the power to influence or impress; glamour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestige",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestigious",1,1,1 ], "having status or glamour; impressive or influential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestigious",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or using deceit, cunning, or illusion; fraudulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestissimo",1,1,1 ], "to be played as fast as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestissimo",1,2,1 ], "a piece or passage directed to be played in this way| Hpresto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestissimo",1,3,1 ], "to be played very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestissimo",1,4,1 ], "immediately, suddenly, or at once (esp| in the phrase hey presto)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestissimo",1,5,1 ], "a movement or passage directed to be played very quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestress",1,1,1 ], "concrete part) before the load is applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prestress",1,1,1 ], "to apply tensile stress to (the steel cables, wires, etc|, of a precast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestressed concrete",1,1,1 ], "concrete that contains steel wires, cables, etc|, that are prestressed within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prestressed concrete",1,1,1 ], "their elastic limit to counteract the stresses that will occur under load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presumable",1,1,1 ], "able to be presumed or taken for granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumably",1,1,1 ], "as modifier one presumes or supposes that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presume",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often takes a clause as object) to take (something) for granted;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presume",1,1,1 ], "assume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presume",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by an infinitive) to take upon oneself (to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presume",1,1,2 ], "something) without warrant or permission; dare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presume",1,1,3 ], "to rely or depend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presume",1,1,4 ], "to take as proved until contrary evidence is produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presume",1,2,1 ], "to constitute proof of or evidence for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumption",1,1,1 ], "the act of presuming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumption",1,1,2 ], "bold or insolent behaviour or manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumption",1,1,3 ], "a belief or assumption based on reasonable evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumption",1,1,4 ], "a ground or basis on which to presume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumption",1,1,5 ], "an inference of the truth of a fact from other facts proved, admitted, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumption",1,1,5 ], "judicially noticed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presumptive",1,1,1 ], "based on presumption or probability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumptive",1,1,2 ], "affording reasonable ground for belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumptive",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to embryonic tissues that become differentiated into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumptive",1,1,3 ], "particular tissue or organ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "presumptuous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by presumption or tending to presume; bold; forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presumptuous",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for presumptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presuppose",1,1,1 ], "to take for granted; assume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "presuppose",1,1,2 ], "to require or imply as a necessary prior condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pres|",1,1,1 ], "present (time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pres|",1,1,2 ], "presidential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretence",1,1,1 ], "the act of pretending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretence",1,1,2 ], "a false display; affectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretence",1,1,3 ], "a claim, esp| a false one, to a right, title, or distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretence",1,1,4 ], "make-believe or feigning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretence",1,1,5 ], "a false claim or allegation; pretext" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretence",1,1,6 ], "a less common word for pretension ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretend",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, usually takes a clause as object or an infinitive) to claim or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretend",1,1,1 ], "allege (something untrue)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pretend",1,2,1 ], "to make believe, as in a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretend",1,3,1 ], "to present a claim, esp| a dubious one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretend",1,4,1 ], "to aspire as a candidate or suitor (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretender",1,1,1 ], "a person who pretends or makes false allegations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretender",1,1,2 ], "a person who mounts a claim, as to a throne or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretension",1,1,1 ], "a false or unsupportable claim, esp| to merit, worth, or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretension",1,1,2 ], "a specious or unfounded allegation; pretext" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretension",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being pretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretensive",1,1,1 ], "pretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretentious",1,1,1 ], "making claim to distinction or importance, esp| undeservedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretentious",1,1,2 ], "having or creating a deceptive outer appearance of great worth; ostentatious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preter-",1,1,1 ], "beyond, more than, or exceeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterhuman",1,1,1 ], "beyond what is human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterite",1,1,1 ], "a tense of verbs used to relate past action, formed in English by inflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterite",1,1,1 ], "of the verb, as jumped, swam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preterite",1,1,2 ], "a verb in this tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterite",1,2,1 ], "denoting this tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterition",1,1,1 ], "the act of passing over or omitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterition",1,1,2 ], "invalidating it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preterition",1,1,2 ], "the failure of a testator to name one of his children in his will, thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterition",1,1,3 ], "(in Calvinist theology) the doctrine that God passed over or left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preterition",1,1,3 ], "unpredestined those not elected to final salvation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preteritive",1,1,1 ], "(of a verb) having only past tense forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretermit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretermit",1,1,2 ], "to overlook intentionally; disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretermit",1,1,3 ], "to fail to do; neglect; omit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preternatural",1,1,1 ], "beyond what is ordinarily found in nature; abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preternatural",1,1,2 ], "another word for supernatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretext",1,1,1 ], "a fictitious reason given in order to conceal the real one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretext",1,1,2 ], "a specious excuse; pretence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretonic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the syllable before the one bearing the primary stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretonic",1,1,1 ], "in a word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pretor",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of praetor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prettify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Often ironical| to make pretty; embellish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 1],"pleasing or appealing in a delicate or graceful way",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 2],"dainty, neat, or charming",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 3],"excellent, grand, or fine",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 4],"lacking in masculinity; effeminate; foppish",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 5],"vigorous or brave",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 6],"an archaic word for ,elegant",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 7],"a pretty penny| Informal| a large sum of money",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 2, 8],"sitting pretty| Informal| in a favourable or satisfactory state or condition",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 3, 2],"a pretty person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 4, 1],"fairly or moderately; somewhat",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 4, 2],"quite or very|~vb| ties, tying, tied",1). c_DEF([ "pretty" ,1, 4, 4],"often foll| by up) to make pretty; adorn",1). c_DEF([ "pretty-pretty",1,1,1 ], "excessively or ostentatiously pretty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretzel",1,1,1 ], "a brittle savoury biscuit, in the form of a knot or stick, glazed and salted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pretzel",1,1,1 ], "on the outside, eaten esp| in Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pret|",1,1,1 ], "preterite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevail",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by over or against) to prove superior; gain mastery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevail",1,1,2 ], "to be or appear as the most important feature; be prevalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevail",1,1,3 ], "to exist widely; be in force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevail",1,1,4 ], "(often foll| by on or upon) to succeed in persuading or inducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevailing",1,1,1 ], "generally accepted; widespread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevailing",1,1,2 ], "most frequent or conspicuous; predominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevalent",1,1,1 ], "widespread or current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevalent",1,1,2 ], "superior in force or power; predominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevaricate",1,1,1 ], "to speak or act falsely or evasively with intent to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevenient",1,1,1 ], "coming before; anticipating or preceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevent",1,1,1 ], "to keep from happening, esp| by taking precautionary action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevent",1,2,1 ], "to keep (someone from doing something); hinder; impede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevent",1,3,1 ], "to interpose or act as a hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevent",1,4,1 ], "to anticipate or precede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that prevents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventer",1,1,2 ], "a rope or other piece of gear rigged to prevent a sail from gybing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevention",1,1,1 ], "the act of preventing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevention",1,1,2 ], "a hindrance, obstacle, or impediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,1,1 ], "tending or intended to prevent or hinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,1,1,1 ], "tending to prevent disease; prophylactic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the branch of medicine concerned with prolonging life and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,1,1,2 ], "preventing disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) of, relating to, or belonging to the customs and excise service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,1,2 ], "or the coastguard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,2,1 ], "something that serves to prevent or hinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,2,2 ], "any drug or agent that tends to prevent or protect against disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preventive",1,2,3 ], "another name for contraceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preview",1,1,1 ], "an advance or preliminary view or sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preview",1,1,2 ], "an advance showing before public presentation of a film, art exhibition, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "preview",1,1,2 ], "usually before an invited audience of celebrities and journalists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "preview",1,2,1 ], "to view in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "previous question",1,1,1 ], "(in the House of Commons) a motion to drop the present topic under debate, put" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "previous question",1,1,1 ], "in order to prevent a vote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "previous question",1,1,2 ], "(in the House of Lords and U|S| legislative bodies) a motion to vote on a bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "previous question",1,1,2 ], "or other question without delay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "previous",1,1,1 ], "existing or coming before something else in time or position; prior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "previous",1,2,1 ], "taking place or done too soon; premature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "previous",1,2,2 ], "previous to| before; prior to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "previse",1,1,1 ], "to predict or foresee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "previse",1,1,2 ], "to notify in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevision",1,1,1 ], "the act or power of foreseeing; prescience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevision",1,1,2 ], "a prophetic vision or prophecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prevocalic",1,1,1 ], "(of a consonant) coming immediately before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,1,1 ], "an animal hunted or captured by another for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that becomes the victim of a hostile person, influence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,1,3 ], "bird or beast of prey| a bird or animal that preys on others for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for booty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,2,1 ], "to hunt or seize food by killing other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,2,2 ], "to make a victim (of others), as by profiting at their expense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,2,3 ], "heavily (upon)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prey",1,2,3 ], "to exert a depressing or obsessive effect (on the mind, spirits, etc|); weigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priapic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Priapus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priapic",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for phallic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priapism",1,1,1 ], "obstruction of the penile blood vessels, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "priapism",1,1,1 ], "prolonged painful erection of the penis, caused by neurological disorders," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price control",1,1,1 ], "services by a government, esp| during periods of war or inflation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "price control",1,1,1 ], "the establishment and maintenance of maximum price levels for basic goods and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price discrimination",1,1,1 ], "different markets for the same goods or services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "price discrimination",1,1,1 ], "the setting of different prices to be charged to different consumers or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price ring",1,1,1 ], "a group of traders formed to maintain the prices of their goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price support",1,1,1 ], "equilibrium by subsidy or by purchase of the market surplus at the guaranteed levels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "price support",1,1,1 ], "government maintenance of specified price levels at a minimum above market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price war",1,1,1 ], "a period of intense competition among enterprises, esp| retail enterprises, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price war",1,1,1 ], "advertising, brand promotion, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "price war",1,1,1 ], "the same market, characterized by repeated price reductions rather than" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,1 ], "the sum in money or goods for which anything is or may be bought or sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,10 ], "what price what are the chances of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,11 ], "(something) happening now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,2 ], "the cost at which anything is obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,3 ], "the cost of bribing a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,4 ], "a sum of money offered or given as a reward for a capture or killing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,5 ], "value or worth, esp| high worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,6 ], "another word for odds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,7 ], "at any price| whatever the price or cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,8 ], "at a price| at a high price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,1,9 ], "beyond price| invaluable or priceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,2,1 ], "to fix or establish the price of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,2,2 ], "to ascertain or discover the price of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,2,3 ], "etc|, of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "price",1,2,3 ], "price out of the market| to charge so highly for as to prevent the sale, hire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price-fixing",1,1,1 ], "the setting of prices by agreement among producers and distributors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "price-fixing",1,1,2 ], "another name for price control or resale price maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priceless",1,1,1 ], "of inestimable worth; beyond valuation; invaluable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priceless",1,1,2 ], "extremely amusing or ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pricey",1,1,1 ], "pricier, priciest| an informal word for expensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick song",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of written vocal music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick song",1,1,1,2 ], "vocal music sung from a copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,1,1,1 ], "to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,1,2 ], "(a small hole) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,1,3 ], "(something) by piercing lightly with a sharp point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,1,3,2 ], "to wound in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,1 ], "to cause or have a piercing or stinging sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,2 ], "to cause to feel a sharp emotional pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,3 ], "to puncture or pierce something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,4 ], "to mark, delineate, or outline by dots or punctures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,5 ], "to rise or raise erect; point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,6 ], "(usually foll| by out or off) to transplant (seedlings) into a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,6 ], "container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,7 ], "(often foll| by off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,8 ], "to measure or trace (a course, distance, etc|) on a chart with dividers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,2,9 ], "to rouse or impel; urge on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,3,1 ], "to ride fast on horseback; spur a horse on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,3,2 ], "prick up one's ears| to listen closely and attentively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,1 ], "the act of pricking or the condition or sensation of being pricked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,2 ], "a mark made by a sharp point; puncture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,3 ], "a sharp emotional pain resembling the physical pain caused by being pricked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,4 ], "a taboo slang word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,5 ], "an obnoxious or despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,6 ], "an instrument or weapon with a sharp point, such as a thorn, goad, bee sting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,6 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,7 ], "the footprint or track of an animal, esp| a hare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,8 ], "a small mark caused by pricking a surface; dot; point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,9 ], "kick against the pricks| to hurt oneself by struggling against something in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prick",1,4,9 ], "vain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pricker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that pricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pricker",1,1,2 ], "a thorn; prickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pricket",1,1,1 ], "a male deer in the second year of life having unbranched antlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pricket",1,1,2 ], "a sharp metal spike on which to stick a candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pricket",1,1,3 ], "a candlestick having such a spike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickle",1,1,1 ], "a pointed process arising from the outer layer of a stem, leaf, etc|, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickle",1,1,1 ], "containing no woody or conducting tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prickle",1,1,2 ], "a pricking or stinging sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickle",1,2,1 ], "to feel or cause to feel a stinging sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickle",1,3,1 ], "to prick, as with a thorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly ash",1,1,1 ], "a North American rutaceous shrub or small tree, Zanthoxylum americanum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly ash",1,1,1 ], "prickly branches, feathery aromatic leaves, and bark used as a remedy for toothache" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prickly heat",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for miliaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly pear",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical cacti of the genus Opuntia, having flattened or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly pear",1,1,1 ], "cylindrical spiny joints and oval fruit that is edible in some species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prickly pear",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly poppy",1,1,1 ], "an annual papaveraceous plant, Argemone mexicana, of tropical America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly poppy",1,1,1 ], "prickly stems and leaves and large yellow or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prickly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly",1,1,2 ], "having or covered with prickles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly",1,1,3 ], "stinging or tingling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly",1,1,4 ], "bad-tempered or irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prickly",1,1,5 ], "full of difficulties; knotty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of honour and self-respect; a sense of personal worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,10 ], "display, pomp, or splendour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,11 ], "pride of place| the most important position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,2 ], "excessive self-esteem; conceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,3 ], "a source of pride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,4 ], "achievements, etc| (esp| in the phrase take pride in)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,4 ], "satisfaction or pleasure taken in one's own or another's success," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,5 ], "the better or most superior part of something; flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,6 ], "the most flourishing time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,7 ], "a group (of lions)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,8 ], "the mettle of a horse; courage; spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,1,9 ], "sexual desire, esp| in a female animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,2,1 ], "to take pride in (oneself) for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pride",1,3,1 ], "to glory or revel (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prie-dieu",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture consisting of a low surface for kneeling upon and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prie-dieu",1,1,1 ], "narrow front surmounted by a rest for the elbows or for books, for use when praying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prier",1,1,1 ], "a person who pries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 1],"a person ordained to act as a mediator between God and man in administering",1). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 1],"the sacraments, preaching, blessing, guiding, etc",2). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 2],"(in episcopal Churches) a minister in the second grade of the hierarchy of",1). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 2],"holy orders, ranking below a bishop but above a deacon",2). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 3],"a minister of any religion",1). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 4],"an official who offers sacrifice on behalf of the people and performs other",1). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 4],"religious ceremonies",2). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 5],"a variety of fancy pigeon having a bald pate with a crest or peak at the back",1). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 1, 5],"of the head",2). c_DEF([ "priest" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a priest; ordain",1). c_DEF([ "priest-hole",1,1,1 ], "Roman Catholic priests when they were proscribed in the 16th and 17th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "priest-hole",1,1,1 ], "a secret chamber in certain houses in England, built as a hiding place for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priest-ridden",1,1,1 ], "dominated or governed by or excessively under the influence of priests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priestcraft",1,1,1 ], "the art and skills involved in the work of a priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priestcraft",1,1,2 ], "the influence of priests upon politics or the use by them of secular power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priesthood",1,1,1 ], "the state, order, or office of a priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priesthood",1,1,2 ], "priests collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priestly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priestly",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, characteristic of, or befitting a priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prig",1,1,1 ], "a person who is smugly self-righteous and narrow-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prig",2,1,1 ], "another word for steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prig",2,2,1 ], "another word for thief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prill",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a material) into a granular free-flowing form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prill",1,2,1 ], "prilled material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prim",1,1,1 ], "affectedly proper, precise, or formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prim",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to make prim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prim",1,2,2 ], "to purse (the mouth) primly or (of the mouth) to be so pursed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prima ballerina",1,1,1 ], "a leading female ballet dancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prima donna",1,1,1 ], "a female operatic star; diva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prima donna",1,1,2 ], "a temperamental person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prima facie",1,1,1 ], "at first sight as it seems at first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prima-facie evidence",1,1,1 ], "evidence that is sufficient to establish a fact or to raise a presumption of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prima-facie evidence",1,1,1 ], "the truth of a fact unless controverted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primacy" ,1, 1, 2],"the state of being first in rank, grade, etc",1). c_DEF([ "primacy" ,1, 1, 3],"Roman Catholic Church) the pope",2). c_DEF([ "primacy" ,1, 1, 3],"the office, rank, or jurisdiction of a primate or senior bishop or (in the",1). c_DEF([ "primal",1,1,1 ], "first or original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primal",1,1,2 ], "chief or most important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primaquine",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic drug used in the treatment of malaria| Formula: C15H21N3O" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primarily",1,1,1 ], "principally; chiefly; mainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primarily",1,1,2 ], "at first; originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary accent",1,1,1 ], "of agriculture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary accent",1,1,1 ], "the strongest accent in a word or breath group, as that on the first syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary cell",1,1,1 ], "an electric cell that generates an electromotive force by the direct and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary cell",1,1,1 ], "recharged efficiently by an electric current" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "primary cell",1,1,1 ], "usually irreversible conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy| It cannot be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary colour",1,1,1 ], "any of the colours red, green, or blue| An equal mixture of the three gives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary colour",1,1,1 ], "white light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary colour",1,1,2 ], "any one of the colours magenta, yellow, or cyan| An equal mixture of the three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary colour",1,1,2 ], "produces a black pigment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary colour",1,1,3 ], "any one of the colours red, yellow, green, blue, black, or white| Any colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary colour",1,1,3 ], "can be regarded as formed from a mixture of two or more of these" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary processes",1,1,1 ], "displacement, governed by the pleasure principle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary processes",1,1,1 ], "unconscious, irrational thought processes, such as condensation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary school",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a school for children below the age of 11| It is usually divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary school",1,1,1 ], "into an infant and a junior section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary school",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a school equivalent to the first three or four grades of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary school",1,1,2 ], "elementary school, sometimes including a kindergarten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primary stress",1,1,1 ], "another term for primary accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 1],"first in importance, degree, rank, etc",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 2],"first in position or time, as in a series",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 3],"fundamental; basic",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 4],"being the first stage; elementary",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 5],"of or relating to the education of children up to the age of 11",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"(of a product) consisting of a natural raw material; unmanufactured",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"(of an organic compound)",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"being the part of an electric circuit, such as a transformer or induction",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"coil, in which a changing current induces a current in a neighbouring circuit",2). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"(of a current) flowing in such a circuit",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"(of production or industry) involving the extraction or winning of such",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"products| Agriculture, fishing, forestry, hunting, and mining are primary industries",2). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 6],"(of the flight feathers of a bird''s wing) growing from the manus",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"Lovable is a primary derivative of love",2). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"derived from a word that is not a derivation but the ultimate form itself|",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"(of Latin, Greek, or Sanskrit tenses) referring to present or future time",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"(of an amine) having only one organic group attached to the nitrogen atom",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7, 2],"containing the group NH2",2). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7, 3],"(of a salt) derived from a tribasic acid by replacement of one acidic hydrogen",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7, 3],"atom with a metal atom or electropositive group",2). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7],"having a functional group attached to a carbon atom that is attached to at",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 7],"least two hydrogen atoms",2). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 1, 8],"relating to the Palaeozoic or earlier eras|",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person or thing that is first in rank, occurrence, etc",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 3, 1],"a preliminary election in which the voters of a state or region choose a",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 3, 1],"party's convention delegates, nominees for office, etc",2). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 3],"(in the U|S|)",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 4],"a local meeting of voters registered with one party to nominate candidates",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 5],"any of the flight feathers growing from the manus of a bird's wing",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 6],"a primary coil, winding, inductance, or current in an electric circuit",1). c_DEF([ "primary" ,1, 2, 7],"a celestial body around which one or more specified secondary bodies orbit",1). c_DEF([ "primate",1,1,1 ], "and feet with opposable first digits, good eyesight, and, in the higher apes, a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primate",1,1,1 ], "any placental mammal of the order Primates, typically having flexible hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primate",1,1,1 ], "highly developed brain: includes lemurs, lorises, monkeys, apes, and man" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "primate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Primates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primate",2,1,1 ], "another name for archbishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primate",2,1,2 ], "Primate of all England| the Archbishop of Canterbury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primate",2,1,3 ], "Primate of England| Archbishop of York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology that is concerned with the study of primates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime cost",1,1,1 ], "it produced, principally comprising materials and labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime cost",1,1,1 ], "the portion of the cost of a commodity that varies directly with the amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime meridian",1,1,1 ], "are calculated, usually taken to pass through Greenwich" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime meridian",1,1,1 ], "the 0 degrees meridian from which the other meridians or lines of longitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime minister",1,1,1 ], "the head of a parliamentary government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime minister",1,1,2 ], "the chief minister of a sovereign or a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime mover",1,1,1 ], "the original or primary force behind an idea, enterprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime mover",1,1,1,1 ], "the source of power, such as fuel, wind, electricity, etc|, for a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime mover",1,1,1,2 ], "electric motor, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime mover",1,1,1,2 ], "the means of extracting power from such a source, such as a steam engine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime mover",1,1,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Aristotle) that which is the cause of all movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime number",1,1,1 ], "an integer that cannot be factorized into other integers but is only divisible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime number",1,1,1 ], "by itself or 1, such as 2, 3, 7, and 11| Sometimes shortened to prime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime rate",1,1,1 ], "the lowest commercial interest rate charged by a bank at a particular time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime time",1,1,1 ], "highest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime time",1,1,1 ], "the peak viewing time on television, for which advertising rates are the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime vertical",1,1,1 ], "horizon due east and west" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime vertical",1,1,1 ], "the great circle passing through the observer's zenith and meeting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,1,1 ], "first in quality or value; first-rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,1,2 ], "fundamental; original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,1,3 ], "first in importance, authority, etc|; chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,1,3,1 ], "having no factors except itself or one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,1,3,2 ], "(foll| by to) having no common factors (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,1,4 ], "having the best credit rating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,1 ], "the time when a thing is at its best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,2 ], "a period of power, vigour, etc|, usually following youth (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,2 ], "the prime of life)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,3 ], "the beginning of something, such as the spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,4 ], "short for prime number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,5 ], "a semantically indivisible element; minimal component of the sense of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,5,1 ], "unison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,5,2 ], "the tonic of a scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,6 ], "for the first hour of the day, at sunrise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,6 ], "the second of the seven canonical hours of the divine office, originally fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,7 ], "fencing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,2,7 ], "the first of eight basic positions from which a parry or attack can be made in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,3,1 ], "to prepare (something); make ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,4,1 ], "to apply a primer, such as paint or size, to (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,5,1 ], "the sealing of the pump elements and to expel air from it before starting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,5,1 ], "to fill (a pump) with its working fluid before starting, in order to improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,6,1 ], "order to facilitate the starting of an engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,6,1 ], "to increase the quantity of fuel in the float chamber of (a carburettor) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,7,1 ], "or firing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,7,1 ], "to insert a primer into (a gun, mine, charge, etc|) preparatory to detonation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,8,1 ], "(of a steam engine or boiler) to operate with or produce steam mixed with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,8,1 ], "large amounts of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prime",1,9,1 ], "to provide with facts, information, etc|, beforehand; brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primer",1,1,1 ], "an introductory text, such as a school textbook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primer",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that primes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primer",2,1,2 ], "a device, such as a tube containing explosive, for detonating the main charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primer",2,1,2 ], "in a gun, mine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primer",2,1,3 ], "a substance, such as paint, applied to a surface as a base, sealer, etc| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primer",2,1,3 ], "called (for senses 2, 3): priming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primero",1,1,1 ], "a 16th- and 17th-century card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primeval",1,1,1 ], "of or belonging to the first age or ages, esp| of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primigravida",1,1,1 ], "a woman who is pregnant for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primine",1,1,1 ], "the integument surrounding an ovule or the outer of two such integuments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priming",1,1,1 ], "something used to prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priming",1,1,2 ], "a substance, used to ignite an explosive charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primipara",1,1,1 ], "a woman who has borne only one child Also written: Para I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,1 ], "of or belonging to the first or beginning; original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of an early state, esp| in being crude or uncivilized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to a preliterate and nonindustrial social system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,3,1 ], "of a particular group of organisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,3,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling an early stage in the evolutionary development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,3,2 ], "another word for primordial ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,4 ], "naive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,4 ], "showing the characteristics of primitive painters; untrained, childlike, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or denoting rocks formed in or before the Palaeozoic era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,6 ], "denoting a word from which another word is derived, as for example hope, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,6 ], "which hopeless is derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,7 ], "of, relating to, or associated with a minority group that breaks away from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,7 ], "sect, denomination, or Church in order to return to what is regarded as the original" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,1,7 ], "simplicity of the Gospels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,1 ], "a primitive person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,1,1 ], "an artist whose work does not conform to traditional, academic, or avant-garde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,1,1 ], "standards of Western painting, such as a painter from an African or Oceanic civilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,1,2 ], "a painter of the pre-Renaissance era in European painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,1,3 ], "a painter of any era, whose work appears childlike or untrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,2 ], "a work by such an artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,3 ], "a word from which another word is derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitive",1,2,4 ], "a curve, function, or other form from which another is derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitivism",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being primitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitivism",1,1,2 ], "modern world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primitivism",1,1,2 ], "the notion that the value of primitive cultures is superior to that of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primitivism",1,1,3 ], "the principles, characteristics, etc|, of primitive art and artists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primo",1,1,1 ], "the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primogenitor",1,1,1 ], "a forefather; ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primogenitor",1,1,2 ], "an earliest parent or ancestor, as of a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primogeniture",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a first-born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primogeniture",1,1,2 ], "exclusion of all others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primogeniture",1,1,2 ], "the right of an eldest son to succeed to the estate of his ancestor to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primordial",1,1,1 ], "existing at or from the beginning; earliest; primeval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primordial",1,1,2 ], "constituting an origin; fundamental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primordial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to an early stage of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primordial",1,2,1 ], "an elementary or basic principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primordium",1,1,1 ], "an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primp",1,1,1 ], "to dress (oneself), esp| in fine clothes; prink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primrose path",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by the) a pleasurable way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primrose",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate primulaceous plants of the genus Primula, esp| P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primrose",1,1,1 ], "vulgaris of Europe, which has pale yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primrose",1,1,2 ], "short for evening primrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primrose",1,1,3 ], "a light to moderate yellow, sometimes with a greenish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primrose",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or abounding in primroses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primrose",1,2,2 ], "of the colour primrose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primrose",1,2,3 ], "pleasant or gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primula",1,1,1 ], "any primulaceous plant of the N temperate genus Primula, having white, yellow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primula",1,1,1 ], "pink, or purple funnel-shaped flowers with five spreading petals: includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primula",1,1,1 ], "primrose, oxlip, cowslip, and polyanthus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "primulaceous",1,1,1 ], "funnel-shaped or bell-shaped flowers: includes primrose, moneywort, pimpernel, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primulaceous",1,1,1 ], "loosestrife" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "primulaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Primulaceae, a family of plants having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primum mobile",1,1,1 ], "a prime mover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primum mobile",1,1,2 ], "revolve around the earth from east to west in 24 hours carrying with it the inner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "primum mobile",1,1,2 ], "spheres of the planets, sun, moon, and fixed stars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "primum mobile",1,1,2 ], "the outermost empty sphere, in the Ptolemaic system that was thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primus inter pares",1,1,1 ], "first among equals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "primus",1,1,1 ], "the presiding bishop in the Synod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prim|",1,1,1 ], "primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prim|",1,1,2 ], "primitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince consort",1,1,1 ], "the husband of a female sovereign, who is himself a prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince regent",1,1,1 ], "a prince who acts as regent during the minority, disability, or absence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince regent",1,1,1 ], "legal sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prince royal",1,1,1 ], "the eldest son of a monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a son of the sovereign or of one of the sovereign's sons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,2 ], "a nonreigning male member of a sovereign family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,3 ], "principality, that was at some time subordinate to an emperor or king" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,3 ], "the monarch of a small territory, such as Monaco, usually called a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,4 ], "any sovereign; monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,5 ], "a nobleman in various countries, such as Italy and Germany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,6 ], "an outstanding member of a specified group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince",1,1,7 ], "a generous and charming man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince's-feather",1,1,1 ], "an amaranthaceous garden plant, Amaranthus hybridus hypochondriacus, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince's-feather",1,1,1 ], "spikes of bristly brownish-red flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prince's-feather",1,1,2 ], "a tall tropical polygonaceous plant, Polygonum orientale, with hanging spikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prince's-feather",1,1,2 ], "of pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "princedom",1,1,1 ], "the dignity, rank, or position of a prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princedom",1,1,2 ], "a land ruled by a prince; principality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princeling",1,1,1 ], "a young prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princeling",1,1,2 ], "the ruler of an insignificant territory; petty or minor prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princely",1,1,2 ], "generous or lavish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princely",1,1,3 ], "of, belonging to, or characteristic of a prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princely",1,2,1 ], "in a princely manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princess royal",1,1,1 ], "not always conferred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "princess royal",1,1,1 ], "the eldest daughter of a British or (formerly) a Prussian sovereign: a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princess",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a daughter of the sovereign or of one of the sovereign's sons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princess",1,1,2 ], "a nonreigning female member of a sovereign family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princess",1,1,3 ], "the wife and consort of a prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princess",1,1,4 ], "any very attractive or outstanding woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "princess",1,1,5 ], "a female sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal axis",1,1,1 ], "curved mirror" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principal axis",1,1,1 ], "the line passing through the centres of curvature of the faces of a lens or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal axis",1,1,2 ], "a body is maximum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principal axis",1,1,2 ], "any of three mutually perpendicular axes about which the moment of inertia of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal boy",1,1,1 ], "the leading male role in a pantomime, played by a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal focus",1,1,1 ], "another name for focal point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal parts",1,1,1 ], "deduced| In English they are generally considered to consist of the third person present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principal parts",1,1,1 ], "singular, present participle, past tense, and past participle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "principal parts",1,1,1 ], "the main inflected forms of a verb, from which all other inflections may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal parts",1,1,2 ], "the sides and interior angles of a triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,1,1 ], "first in importance, rank, value, etc|; chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to capital or property as opposed to interest, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,1 ], "a person who is first in importance or directs some event, action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,1 ], "organization, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,1,1 ], "a person who engages another to act as his agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,1,2 ], "an active participant in a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,1,3 ], "the person primarily liable to fulfil an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,2 ], "the head of a school or other educational institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,3 ], "a supervisory administrator of a group of schools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,3,1 ], "capital or property, as contrasted with the income derived from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,3,2 ], "the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,4 ], "a main roof truss or rafter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,4,1 ], "the chief instrumentalist in a section of the orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,4,2 ], "one of the singers in an opera company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,4,3 ], "either of two types of open diapason organ stops, one of four-foot length and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principal",1,2,4,3 ], "pitch and the other of eight-foot length and pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principalities",1,1,1 ], "angelology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principalities",1,1,1 ], "the seventh of the nine orders into which the angels are divided in medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principality",1,1,1,1 ], "a territory ruled by a prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principality",1,1,1,2 ], "a territory from which a prince draws his title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principality",1,1,2 ], "the dignity or authority of a prince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principium",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|) a principle, esp| a fundamental one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle of least action",1,1,1 ], "system is such that the action has a minimum value with respect to all paths between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principle of least action",1,1,1 ], "the points that correspond to the same energy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "principle of least action",1,1,1 ], "the principle that motion between any two points in a conservative dynamical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,1 ], "a standard or rule of personal conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,2 ], "a set of such moral rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,3 ], "a fundamental or general truth or law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,4 ], "the essence of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,5 ], "a source or fundamental cause; origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,6 ], "a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the behaviour of a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,7 ], "a constituent of a substance that gives the substance its characteristics and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,7 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,8 ], "in principle| in theory or essence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principle",1,1,9 ], "on principle| because of or in demonstration of a principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principled",1,1,1,1 ], "having high moral principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "principled",1,1,1,2 ], "high-principled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prink",1,1,1 ], "to dress (oneself, etc|) finely; deck out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prink",1,2,1 ], "to preen oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print out" ,1, 1, 1],"(of a computer output device, such as a line printer) to produce (printed",1). c_DEF([ "print out" ,1, 1, 1],"information)",2). c_DEF([ "print out" ,1, 2, 2],"such printed information",1). c_DEF([ "print shop",1,1,1 ], "a place in which printing is carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,1,1 ], "paper or other material by one of various processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,1,1 ], "to reproduce (text, pictures, etc|), esp| in large numbers, by applying ink to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,1,2 ], "publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,1,2 ], "to produce or reproduce (a manuscript, a book, data, etc|) in print, as for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,1,3 ], "to write (letters, etc|) in the style of printed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,1,4 ], "to mark or indent (a surface) by pressing (something) onto it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,1,5 ], "to produce a photographic print from (a negative)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,2,1 ], "to implant or fix in the mind or memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,3,1 ], "to make (a mark or indentation) by applying pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,1 ], "printed matter such as newsprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,2 ], "a printed publication such as a newspaper or book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,3 ], "in print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,3,1 ], "in printed or published form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,3,2 ], "(of a book, etc|) offered for sale by the publisher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,4 ], "out of print| no longer available from a publisher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,5 ], "a design or picture printed from an engraved plate, wood block, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,5 ], "medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,6 ], "printed text, esp| with regard to the typeface used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,7 ], "a positive photographic image in colour or black and white produced, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,7 ], "on paper, from a negative image on film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,7,1 ], "a fabric with a printed design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,7,1 ], "a mark or indentation made by pressing something onto a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,7,2 ], "a stamp, die, etc|, that makes such an impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "print",1,4,7,3 ], "the surface subjected to such an impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being printed or of producing a print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printable",1,1,2 ], "suitable for publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printed circuit",1,1,1 ], "an electronic circuit in which certain components and the connections between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printed circuit",1,1,1 ], "sides of a thin insulating board" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "printed circuit",1,1,1 ], "them are formed by etching a metallic coating or by electrodeposition on one or both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "printer",1,1,1 ], "a person or business engaged in printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printer",1,1,2 ], "a machine or device that prints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printer",1,1,3 ], "an output device for printing results on paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printer's devil",1,1,1 ], "an apprentice or errand boy in a printing establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printery",1,1,1 ], "an establishment in which typographic printing is carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printery",1,1,2 ], "an establishment in which fabrics are printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printing press",1,1,1 ], "any of various machines used for printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printing",1,1,1,1 ], "the process, business, or art of producing printed matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printing",1,1,2 ], "printed text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printing",1,1,3 ], "all the copies of a book or other publication printed at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printing",1,1,4 ], "a form of writing in which letters resemble printed letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "printmaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes print, esp| a craftsman or artist in this field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prin|",1,1,1 ], "principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prin|",1,1,2 ], "principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prior",1,1,1 ], "previous; preceding place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prior",1,1,2 ], "prior to| before; until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prior",2,1,1 ], "the superior of a house and community in certain religious orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prior",2,1,2 ], "the deputy head of a monastery or abbey, ranking immediately below the abbot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prior",2,1,3 ], "(formerly) a chief magistrate in medieval Florence and other Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prior",2,1,3 ], "republics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "priorate",1,1,1 ], "the office, status, or term of office of a prior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prioress",1,1,1 ], "a nun holding an office in her convent corresponding to that of a prior in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prioress",1,1,1 ], "male religious order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "priority",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being prior; antecedence; precedence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priority",1,1,2 ], "the right of precedence over others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priority",1,1,3 ], "something given specified attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priory",1,1,1 ], "a religious house governed by a prior, sometimes being subordinate to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priory",1,1,1 ], "abbey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prisage",1,1,1 ], "a customs duty levied until 1809 upon wine imported into England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prise",1,1,1 ], "to force open by levering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prise",1,1,2 ], "to extract or obtain with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prise",1,2,1 ], "a tool involving leverage in its use or the leverage so employed|U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prise",1,2,1 ], "equivalent: pry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prism",1,1,1 ], "They are used in spectroscopes, binoculars, periscopes, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "prism",1,1,1 ], "a transparent polygonal solid, often having triangular ends and rectangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prism",1,1,1 ], "sides, for dispersing light into a spectrum or for reflecting and deviating light|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prism",1,1,2 ], "a form of crystal with faces parallel to the vertical axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prism",1,1,3 ], "a polyhedron having parallel, polygonal, and congruent bases and sides that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prism",1,1,3 ], "are parallelograms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prismatic",1,1,1 ], "concerned with, containing, or produced by a prism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prismatic",1,1,2 ], "exhibiting bright spectral colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prismatic",1,1,3 ], "another word for orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prismatoid",1,1,1 ], "a polyhedron whose vertices lie in either one of two parallel planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prismoid",1,1,1 ], "a prismatoid having an equal number of vertices in each of the two parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prismoid",1,1,1 ], "planes and whose sides are trapeziums or parallelograms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prison",1,1,1 ], "a public building used to house convicted criminals and accused persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prison",1,1,1 ], "remanded in custody and awaiting trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prison",1,1,2 ], "any place of confinement or seeming confinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prisoner of war",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a serviceman, captured by an enemy in time of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prisoner",1,1,1 ], "a person deprived of liberty and kept in prison or some other form of custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prisoner",1,1,1 ], "as a punishment for a crime, while awaiting trial, or for some other reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prisoner",1,1,2 ], "a person confined by any of various restraints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prisoner",1,1,3 ], "take prisoner| to capture and hold as a prisoner, esp| as a prisoner of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prisoner's base",1,1,1 ], "a children's game involving two teams, members of which chase and capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prisoner's base",1,1,1 ], "each other to increase the number of children in their own base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prissy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prissy",1,1,2 ], "fussy and prim, esp| in a prudish way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pristine",1,1,1 ], "of or involving the earliest period, state, etc|; original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pristine",1,1,2 ], "pure; uncorrupted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prithee",1,1,1 ], "pray thee; please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prittle-prattle",1,1,1 ], "foolish or idle talk; babble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privacy",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being private or withdrawn; seclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privacy",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being secret; secrecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private bill",1,1,1 ], "a bill presented to Parliament or Congress on behalf of a private individual," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private bill",1,1,1 ], "corporation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private company",1,1,1 ], "a limited company that does not issue shares for public subscription and whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private company",1,1,1 ], "owners do not enjoy an unrestricted right to transfer their shareholdings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private enterprise",1,1,1 ], "economic activity undertaken by private individuals or organizations under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private enterprise",1,1,1 ], "private ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private enterprise",1,1,2 ], "another name for capitalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private eye",1,1,1 ], "a private detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private hotel",1,1,1 ], "a guest, esp| a person arriving by chance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private hotel",1,1,1 ], "a hotel in which the proprietor has the right to refuse to accept a person as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private hotel",1,1,2 ], "a hotel not having a licence to sell alcoholic liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private income",1,1,1 ], "an income from sources other than employment, such as investment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private member",1,1,1 ], "a member of a legislative assembly, such as the House of Commons, not having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private member",1,1,1 ], "an appointment in the government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private parts",1,1,1 ], "euphemistic terms for genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private patient",1,1,1 ], "Service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private patient",1,1,1 ], "a patient receiving medical treatment not paid for by the National Health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private practice",1,1,1 ], "medical practice that is not part of the National Health Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private press",1,1,1 ], "a printing establishment primarily run as a pastime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private school",1,1,1 ], "a school under the financial and managerial control of a private body or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private school",1,1,1 ], "charitable trust, accepting mostly fee-paying pupils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private secretary",1,1,1 ], "a secretary entrusted with the personal and confidential matters of a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private secretary",1,1,1 ], "executive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "private treaty",1,1,1 ], "a sale of property for a price agreed directly between seller and buyer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,1,1 ], "not widely known; confidential; secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,1,2 ], "not for general or public use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,1,3 ], "individual; special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,1,4 ], "having no public office, rank, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,1,5 ], "denoting a soldier of the lowest military rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,1,6 ], "in private| in secret; confidentially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,2,1 ], "a soldier of the lowest rank, sometimes separated into qualification grades," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "private",1,2,1 ], "in many armies and marine corps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privateer",1,1,1 ], "an armed, privately owned vessel commissioned for war service by a government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privateer",1,1,2 ], "an officer or member of the crew of a privateer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privateer",1,2,1 ], "to serve as a privateer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privation",1,1,1 ], "loss or lack of the necessities of life, such as food and shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privation",1,1,2 ], "hardship resulting from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privation",1,1,3 ], "the state of being deprived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privation",1,1,4 ], "objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privation",1,1,4 ], "the absence from an object of what ordinarily or naturally belongs to such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privative",1,1,1 ], "causing privation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privative",1,1,2 ], "expressing lack or negation, as for example the English suffix -less and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privative",1,1,2 ], "prefix un-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privative",1,1,3 ], "(of a proposition) that predicates a logical privation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privet hawk",1,1,1 ], "a hawk moth, Sphinx ligustri, with a mauve-and-brown striped body: frequents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privet hawk",1,1,1 ], "privets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privet",1,1,1,1 ], "any oleaceous shrub of the genus Ligustrum, esp| L| vulgare, having oval dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privet",1,1,1,1 ], "green leaves, white flowers, and purplish-black berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,1 ], "a benefit, immunity, etc|, granted under certain conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,2 ], "class, esp| to the disadvantage of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,2 ], "the advantages and immunities enjoyed by a small usually powerful group or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,3 ], "any of the fundamental rights guaranteed to the citizens of a country by its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,3 ], "constitution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,3,1 ], "from a client" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,3,1 ], "the right of a lawyer to refuse to divulge information obtained in confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,3,2 ], "information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,3,2 ], "the right claimed by any of certain other functionaries to refuse to divulge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,4 ], "as freedom of speech, freedom from arrest in civil cases during a session, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,4 ], "the rights and immunities enjoyed by members of most legislative bodies, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,5 ], "stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,6 ], "a speculative contract permitting its purchaser to make optional purchases or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,1,6 ], "sales of securities at a specified time over a limited period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,2,1 ], "to bestow a privilege or privileges upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privilege",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by from) to free or exempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privileged",1,1,1 ], "enjoying or granted as a privilege or privileges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privileged",1,1,1,1 ], "not actionable as a libel or slander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privileged",1,1,1,2 ], "(of a communication, document, etc|) that a witness cannot be compelled to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privileged",1,1,1,2 ], "divulge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privileged",1,1,2 ], "(of a vessel) having the right of way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privily",1,1,1 ], "in a secret way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privity",1,1,1 ], "a legally recognized relationship existing between two parties, such as that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privity",1,1,1 ], "between lessor and lessee and between the parties to a contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privity",1,1,2 ], "secret knowledge that is shared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy chamber",1,1,1 ], "a private apartment inside a royal residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy chamber",1,1,2 ], "a private room reserved for the use of a specific person or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy council",1,1,1 ], "the council of state of a monarch or noble, esp| formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy council",1,1,2 ], "a private or secret council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy purse",1,1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy purse",1,1,2 ], "an allowance voted by Parliament for the private expenses of the monarch: part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy purse",1,1,2 ], "of the civil list" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privy purse",1,1,2,2 ], "(in other countries) a similar sum of money for the monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy purse",1,1,3 ], "an official of the royal household responsible for dealing with the monarch's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy purse",1,1,3 ], "private expenses| Full name: Keeper of the Privy Purse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privy seal",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a seal affixed to certain documents issued by royal authority: of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy seal",1,1,1 ], "less rank and importance than the great seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "privy",1,1,1 ], "participating in the knowledge of something secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy",1,1,2 ], "secret, hidden, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to one person only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy",1,2,1 ], "privies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy",1,2,2 ], "a small lavatory, esp| an outhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "privy",1,2,3 ], "a person in privity with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priv|",1,1,1 ], "private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "priv|",1,1,2 ], "privative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prix fixe",1,1,1 ], "a fixed price charged for one of a set number of meals offered on a menu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize court",1,1,1 ], "a court having jurisdiction to determine how property captured at sea in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize court",1,1,1 ], "wartime is to be distributed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prize money",1,1,1 ], "any money offered, paid, or received as a prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize money",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a part of the money realized from the sale of a captured vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize ring",1,1,1 ], "the enclosed area or ring used by prizefighters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize ring",1,1,2 ], "the prize ring| the sport of prizefighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize",1,1,1,1 ], "a reward or honour for victory or for having won a contest, competition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize",1,1,2 ], "something given to the winner of any game of chance, lottery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize",1,1,3 ], "something striven for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize",1,1,4 ], "any valuable property captured in time of war, esp| a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize",2,1,1 ], "to esteem greatly value highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prize",3,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of prise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prizefight",1,1,1 ], "18th and 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prizefight",1,1,1 ], "a boxing match for a prize or purse, esp| one of the fights popular in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro bono publico",1,1,1 ], "for the public good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro forma",1,1,1 ], "prescribing a set form or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro forma",1,2,1 ], "performed in a set manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro patria",1,1,1 ], "for one's country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro rata",1,1,1 ], "in proportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro tempore" ,1, 1, 1],"for the time being temporarily|Often shortened to ,pro tem",1). c_DEF([ "pro" ,1, 1, 1],"in favour of a motion, issue, course of action, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pro" ,1, 2, 1],"in favour of",1). c_DEF([ "pro" ,1, 3, 1],"(usually pl|) an argument or vote in favour of a proposal or motion",1). c_DEF([ "pro" ,1, 3, 2],"(usually pl|) a person who votes in favour of a proposal, motion, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "pro",2,2,1 ], "short for professional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro-",1,1,1 ], "in favour of; supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro-",1,1,2 ], "acting as a substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro-",2,1,1 ], "before in time or position; anterior; forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro-am",1,1,1 ], "(of a golf tournament, etc|) involving both professional and amateur players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro-form",1,1,1 ], "a word having grammatical function but assuming the meaning of an antecedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pro-form",1,1,1 ], "word or phrase for which it substitutes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pro-oestrus",1,1,1 ], "the period in the oestrous cycle that immediately precedes oestrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proa",1,1,1 ], "any of several kinds of canoe-like boats used in the South Pacific, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proa",1,1,1 ], "equipped with an outrigger and sails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proactive inhibition",1,1,1 ], "learned later" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proactive inhibition",1,1,1 ], "the tendency for earlier memories to interfere with the retrieval of material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probabilism",1,1,1 ], "sufficient basis for belief and action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probabilism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that although certainty is impossible, probability is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probabilism",1,1,2 ], "a system of moral theology based on the principle that when the lawfulness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probabilism",1,1,2 ], "long as solid arguments support it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "probabilism",1,1,2 ], "unlawfulness of an action is in doubt it is permissible to follow the more dubious course so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probability",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probability",1,1,2 ], "an event or other thing that is probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probability",1,1,3 ], "Values lie between zero (impossibility) and one (certainty) and are derived from a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probability",1,1,3 ], "a measure of the relative frequency or likelihood of occurrence of an event|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probability",1,1,3 ], "theoretical distribution or from observations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "probable cause",1,1,1 ], "legal proceedings against a person or will constitute a defence to a charge of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probable cause",1,1,1 ], "malicious prosecution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "probable cause",1,1,1 ], "reasonable grounds for holding a belief, esp| such as will justify bringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probable",1,1,1 ], "likely to be or to happen but not necessarily so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probable",1,1,2 ], "most likely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probable",1,2,1 ], "a person who is probably to be chosen for a team, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probably",1,1,1 ], "in all likelihood or probability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probably",1,2,1 ], "I believe such a thing or situation may be the case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proband",1,1,1 ], "a person considered as the starting point of a genealogical study, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proband",1,1,1 ], "familial study of a hereditary disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probang",1,1,1 ], "a long flexible rod, often with a small sponge at one end, for inserting into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probang",1,1,1 ], "the oesophagus, as to apply medication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of officially proving the authenticity and validity of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,1,1 ], "will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,1,1,1 ], "executors power to administer the estate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,1,1,1 ], "the official certificate stating a will to be genuine and conferring on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,1,1,2 ], "the probate copy of a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) all matters within the jurisdiction of a probate court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or concerned with probate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probate",1,2,1 ], "to establish officially the authenticity and validity of (a will)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probation officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer of a court who supervises offenders placed on probation and assists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probation officer",1,1,1 ], "and befriends them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probation",1,1,1 ], "a system of dealing with offenders by placing them under the supervision of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probation",1,1,1 ], "probation officer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probation",1,1,2 ], "on probation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probation",1,1,2,1 ], "under the supervision of a probation officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probation",1,1,2,2 ], "undergoing a test period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probation",1,1,3 ], "a trial period, as for a teacher, religious novitiate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probation",1,1,4 ], "the act of proving or testing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probationer",1,1,1 ], "a person on probation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probative",1,1,1 ], "serving to test or designed for testing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probative",1,1,2 ], "providing proof or evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,1,1 ], "to search into or question closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,1,2 ], "to examine (something) with or as if with a probe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,2,1 ], "something that probes, examines, or tests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,2,2 ], "a slender and usually flexible instrument for exploring a wound, sinus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,2,3 ], "a thorough inquiry, such as one by a newspaper into corrupt practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,2,4 ], "a lead connecting to or containing a measuring or monitoring circuit used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,2,4 ], "testing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,2,5 ], "a conductor inserted into a waveguide or cavity resonator to provide coupling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "probe",1,2,5 ], "to an external circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "probity",1,1,1 ], "confirmed integrity; uprightness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "problem",1,1,1,1 ], "any thing, matter, person, etc|, that is difficult to deal with, solve, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "problem",1,1,1,1 ], "overcome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "problem",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "problem",1,1,2 ], "a puzzle, question, etc|, set for solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "problem",1,1,3 ], "a statement requiring a solution usually by means of one or more operations or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "problem",1,1,3 ], "geometric constructions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "problem",1,1,4 ], "designating a literary work that deals with difficult moral questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "problematic",1,1,1 ], "having the nature or appearance of a problem; questionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "problematic",1,1,2 ], "(of a proposition or judgment) that may or may not be true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proboscidean",1,1,1 ], "herbivorous placental mammals having tusks and a long trunk: contains the elephants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proboscidean",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Proboscidea, an order of massive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proboscidean",1,2,1 ], "any proboscidean animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proboscis monkey",1,1,1 ], "an Old World Monkey, Nasalis larvatus, of Borneo, with an elongated bulbous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proboscis monkey",1,1,1 ], "nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proboscis",1,1,1 ], "a long flexible prehensile trunk or snout, as of an elephant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proboscis",1,1,2 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proboscis",1,1,2 ], "the elongated mouthparts of certain insects, adapted for piercing or sucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proboscis",1,1,3 ], "any similar part or organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proboscis",1,1,4 ], "a person's nose, esp| if large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prob|",1,1,1 ], "probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prob|",1,1,2 ], "probably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prob|",1,1,3 ], "problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procaine",1,1,1 ], "NH2C6H4COOC2H4N(C\2H\5)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "procaine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white crystalline water-soluble substance used, as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procaine",1,1,1 ], "hydrochloride, as a local anaesthetic; 2-diethylaminoethyl-4-amino benzoate| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procambium",1,1,1 ], "that develops into conducting tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procambium",1,1,1 ], "undifferentiated plant tissue, just behind the growing tip in stems and roots," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procarp",1,1,1 ], "a female reproductive organ in red algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procathedral",1,1,1 ], "a church serving as a cathedral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procbal",1,1,1 ], "a written record of an official proceeding; minutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procedure",1,1,1 ], "a way of acting or progressing in a course of action, esp| an established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procedure",1,1,1 ], "method" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procedure",1,1,2 ], "enforcement of a legal right, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procedure",1,1,2 ], "the established mode or form of conducting the business of a legislature, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procedure",1,1,3 ], "another name for subroutine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceed",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to advance or carry on, esp| after stopping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceed",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by with) to undertake and continue (something or to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceed",1,1,2 ], "something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proceed",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by against) to institute or carry on a legal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceed",1,1,4 ], "to emerge or originate; arise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeding",1,1,1 ], "an act or course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeding",1,1,1,1 ], "the institution of a legal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeding",1,1,1,2 ], "any step taken in a legal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeding",1,1,2 ], "the minutes of the meetings of a club, society, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeding",1,1,3 ], "legal action; litigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeding",1,1,4 ], "the events of an occasion, meeting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeds",1,1,1 ], "the profit or return derived from a commercial transaction, investment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceeds",1,1,2 ], "course of action, as in commerce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proceeds",1,1,2 ], "the result, esp| the revenue or total sum, accruing from some undertaking or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceleusmatic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or consisting of a metrical foot of four short syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proceleusmatic",1,2,1 ], "a proceleusmatic metrical foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procephalic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the anterior part of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process printing",1,1,1 ], "a method of making reproductions of a coloured picture, usually by using four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process printing",1,1,1 ], "halftone plates for different coloured inks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,1 ], "a series of actions directed to achieving a result or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,2 ], "a method of doing or producing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,3 ], "a forward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,4 ], "the course of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,4,1 ], "a summons, writ, etc|, commanding a person to appear in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,4,2 ], "the whole proceedings in an action at law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,5 ], "a natural outgrowth or projection of a part, organ, or organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,6 ], "at some stage, of photography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,6 ], "relating to the general preparation of a printing forme or plate by the use," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,7 ], "denoting a film, film scene, shot, etc|, made by techniques that produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,1,7 ], "unusual optical effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,1 ], "to subject to a routine procedure; handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,2 ], "to treat or prepare by a special method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,2,1 ], "to develop, rinse, fix, wash, and dry (exposed film, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,2,1 ], "to institute legal proceedings against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,2,2 ], "to produce final prints or slides from (undeveloped film)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,2,2 ], "to serve a process on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,3 ], "programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "process",1,2,3 ], "to perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process",2,1,1 ], "to proceed in or as if in a procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process-server",1,1,1 ], "a sheriff's officer who serves legal documents such as writs for appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "process-server",1,1,1 ], "in court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procession",1,1,1 ], "the act of proceeding in a regular formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procession",1,1,2 ], "a group of people or things moving forwards in an orderly, regular, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procession",1,1,2 ], "ceremonial manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procession",1,1,3 ], "a hymn, litany, etc|, sung in a procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procession",1,1,4 ], "the emanation of the Holy Spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procession",1,2,1 ], "to go in procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "processional",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for a procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "processional",1,2,1,1 ], "a book containing the prayers, hymns, litanies, and liturgy prescribed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "processional",1,2,1,1 ], "processions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "processional",1,2,1,2 ], "a hymn, litany, etc|, used in a procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "processor",1,1,1 ], "another name for central processing unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "processor",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that carries out a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prochronism",1,1,1 ], "an error in dating that places an event earlier than it actually occurred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proclaim",1,1,1 ], "to announce publicly; declare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proclaim",1,1,2 ], "to show or indicate plainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proclaim",1,1,3 ], "to praise or extol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proclitic",1,1,1,1 ], "'twas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "proclitic",1,1,1,1 ], "and pronounced as a prefix of the following word, as in English 't for it in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proclitic",1,1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting a monosyllabic word or form having no stress or accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proclitic",1,1,1,2 ], "(in classical Greek) relating to or denoting a word that throws its accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proclitic",1,1,1,2 ], "onto the following word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proclitic",1,2,1 ], "a proclitic word or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proclivity",1,1,1 ], "a tendency or inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proconsul",1,1,1 ], "an administrator or governor of a colony, occupied territory, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proconsul",1,1,1 ], "dependency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proconsul",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Rome) the governor of a senatorial province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procrastinate",1,1,1 ], "to put off or defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procrastinate",1,1,2 ], "(an action) until a later time delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procreate",1,1,1 ], "to beget or engender (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procreate",1,2,1 ], "to bring into being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procryptic",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) having protective coloration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the anus or rectum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proctology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the rectum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proctor",1,1,1 ], "a member of the teaching staff of certain universities having the duties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proctor",1,1,1 ], "invigilating at examinations, enforcing discipline, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proctor",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) an agent, esp| one engaged to conduct another's case in a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proctor",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) an agent employed to collect tithes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proctor",1,1,4 ], "General Synod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proctor",1,1,4 ], "one of the elected representatives of the clergy in Convocation and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proctoscope",1,1,1 ], "a medical instrument for examining the rectum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procumbent",1,1,1 ], "growing along the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procumbent",1,1,2 ], "leaning forwards or lying on the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procuration",1,1,1 ], "the act of procuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procuration",1,1,1,1 ], "the appointment of an agent, procurator, or attorney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procuration",1,1,1,2 ], "the office, function, or authority of such an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procuration",1,1,1,3 ], "the formal written authority given to such an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procuration",1,1,2 ], "the offence of procuring women for immoral purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procuration",1,1,3 ], "the management of another person's affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procurator fiscal",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a legal officer who performs the functions of public prosecutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procurator fiscal",1,1,1 ], "and coroner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procurator",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a civil official of the emperor's administration, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procurator",1,1,1 ], "employed as the governor of a minor province or as a financial agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "procurator",1,1,2 ], "a person engaged and authorized by another to manage his affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procuratory",1,1,1 ], "authorization to act on behalf of someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procure",1,1,1 ], "to obtain or acquire; secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procure",1,1,2 ], "to obtain (women or girls) to act as prostitutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "procurer",1,1,1 ], "a person who procures, esp| a man who procures women or girls as prostitutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proc|",1,1,1 ], "procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proc|",1,1,2 ], "proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proc|",1,1,3 ], "process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod",1,1,1 ], "to poke or jab with or as if with a pointed object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod",1,2,1 ], "to rouse or urge to action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of prodding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod",1,3,2 ], "a sharp or pointed object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod",1,3,3 ], "a stimulus or reminder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigal",1,1,1 ], "recklessly wasteful or extravagant, as in disposing of goods or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigal",1,1,2 ], "lavish in giving or yielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigal",1,2,1 ], "a person who spends lavishly or squanders money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigious",1,1,1 ], "vast in size, extent, power, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigious",1,1,2 ], "wonderful or amazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigious",1,1,3 ], "threatening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigy",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a child, of unusual or marvellous talents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigy",1,1,2 ], "anything that is a cause of wonder and amazement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigy",1,1,3 ], "something monstrous or abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodigy",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for omen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prodrome",1,1,1 ], "any symptom that signals the impending onset of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,1,1 ], "(pr@@!dju$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,1,2 ], "to bring (something) into existence; yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,1,3 ], "to bring forth (a product) by mental or physical effort; make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,2,1 ], "to give birth to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,3,1 ], "to present to view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,3,2 ], "to bring before the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,4,1 ], "to extend (a line)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,5,1 ], "anything that is produced; product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "produce",1,5,2 ], "agricultural products regarded collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer gas",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of carbon monoxide and nitrogen produced by passing air over hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer gas",1,1,1 ], "coke, used mainly as a fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "producer goods",1,1,1 ], "other terms for capital goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that produces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,2 ], "a person responsible for the artistic direction of a play, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,2 ], "interpretation of the script, preparation of the actors, and overall design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,3 ], "a person who organizes the stage production of a play, including the finance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,3 ], "management, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,4 ], "a person or business enterprise that generates goods or services for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,5 ], "an apparatus or plant for making producer gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,6 ], "an organism, esp| a green plant, that builds up its own tissues from simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "producer",1,1,6 ], "inorganic compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "product",1,1,1 ], "something produced by effort, or some mechanical or industrial process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "product",1,1,2 ], "the result of some natural process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "product",1,1,3 ], "a result or consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "product",1,1,4 ], "a substance formed in a chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "product",1,1,4,1 ], "the result of the multiplication of two or more numbers, quantities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "product",1,1,4,2 ], "another name for intersection ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production line",1,1,1 ], "a factory system in which parts or components of the end product are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production line",1,1,1 ], "machine operation is performed on them without interrupting the flow of production" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "production line",1,1,1 ], "transported by a conveyor through a number of different sites at each of which a manual or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,1 ], "the act of producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,2 ], "anything that is produced; product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,3 ], "the amount produced or the rate at which it is produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,4 ], "the creation or manufacture for sale of goods and services with exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,4 ], "value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,5 ], "any work created as a result of literary or artistic effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,6 ], "the organization and presentation of a play, opera, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,7 ], "the artistic direction of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,8 ], "manufactured by a mass-production process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "production",1,1,9 ], "make a production of| Informal| to make an unnecessary fuss about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "productive",1,1,1 ], "producing or having the power to produce; fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "productive",1,1,2 ], "yielding favourable or effective results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "productive",1,1,2,1 ], "exchange value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "productive",1,1,2,1 ], "producing or capable of producing goods and services that have monetary or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "productive",1,1,2,2 ], "of or relating to such production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "productive",1,2,1 ], "resulting in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "productive",1,2,2 ], "denoting an affix or combining form used to produce new words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod|",1,1,1 ], "produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod|",1,1,2 ], "produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prod|",1,1,3 ], "product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proem",1,1,1 ], "an introduction or preface, such as to a work of literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proestrus",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of pro-oestrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prof",1,1,1 ], "short for professor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profane",1,1,1 ], "having or indicating contempt, irreverence, or disrespect for a divinity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profane",1,1,1 ], "something sacred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profane",1,1,2 ], "not designed or used for religious purposes; secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profane",1,1,3 ], "not initiated into the inner mysteries or sacred rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profane",1,1,4 ], "vulgar, coarse, or blasphemous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profane",1,2,1 ], "to treat or use (something sacred) with irreverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profane",1,2,2 ], "to put to an unworthy or improper use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profanity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being profane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profanity",1,1,2 ], "vulgar or irreverent action, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profess",1,1,1 ], "to affirm or announce (something, such as faith); acknowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profess",1,2,1 ], "often insincerely or falsely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profess",1,2,1 ], "to claim (something, such as a feeling or skill, or to be or do something)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profess",1,2,2 ], "to receive or be received into a religious order, as by taking vows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professed",1,1,1 ], "avowed or acknowledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professed",1,1,2 ], "alleged or pretended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professed",1,1,3 ], "professing to be qualified as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professed",1,1,4 ], "having taken vows of a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,1 ], "an occupation requiring special training in the liberal arts or sciences, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,1 ], "one of the three learned professions, law, theology, or medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,2 ], "the body of people in such an occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,3 ], "the act of professing; avowal; declaration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,3,1 ], "profession of faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,4 ], "a declaration of faith in a religion, esp| as made on entering the Church of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,4 ], "that religion or an order belonging to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profession",1,1,4,2 ], "the faith or the religion that is the subject of such a declaration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, suitable for, or engaged in as a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,1,2 ], "engaging in an activity for gain or as a means of livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,1,3 ], "extremely competent in a job, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,1,4 ], "undertaken or performed for gain or by people who are paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,2,1 ], "a person who belongs to or engages in one of the professions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,2,2 ], "a person who engages for his livelihood in some activity also pursued by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,2,2 ], "amateurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,2,3 ], "a person who engages in an activity with great competence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,2,4 ], "an expert player of a game who gives instruction, esp| to members of a club by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professional",1,2,4 ], "whom he is hired" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "professionalism",1,1,1 ], "the methods, character, status, etc|, of a professional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professionalism",1,1,2 ], "the pursuit of an activity for gain or livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professor",1,1,1 ], "chair" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "professor",1,1,1 ], "teacher in a field of learning at a university or college; a holder of a university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "professor",1,1,1 ], "the principal lecturer or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professor",1,1,2 ], "any teacher in a university or college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professor",1,1,3 ], "a person who claims skill and instructs others in some sport, occupation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professor",1,1,4 ], "a person who professes his opinions, beliefs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professoriate",1,1,1 ], "a group of professors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "professoriate",1,1,2 ], "position of university professor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "professoriate",1,1,2 ], "the rank or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proffer",1,1,1 ], "to offer for acceptance; tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proffer",1,2,1 ], "the act of proffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proficient",1,1,1 ], "having great facility (in an art, occupation, etc|); skilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proficient",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for an expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile drag",1,1,1 ], "subsonically through a fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profile drag",1,1,1 ], "the sum of the surface friction drag and the form drag for a body moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,1 ], "a side view, outline, or representation of an object, esp| of a human face or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,1 ], "head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,2 ], "a view or representation of an object, esp| a building, in contour or outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,3 ], "a short biographical sketch of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,4 ], "a graph or table representing the extent to which a person, field, or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,4 ], "exhibits various tested characteristics or tendencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,5 ], "a vertical section of soil from the ground surface to the parent rock showing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,5 ], "the different horizons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,5,1 ], "a vertical section of part of the earth's crust showing the layers of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,5,2 ], "a representation of such a section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,6 ], "profile) or at right angles to the flow of the river (cross profile)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,1,6 ], "the outline of the shape of a river valley either from source to mouth (long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profile",1,2,1 ], "to draw, write, or make a profile of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit and loss",1,1,1 ], "an account compiled at the end of a financial year showing that year's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit and loss",1,1,1 ], "revenue and expense items and indicating gross and net profit or loss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,1 ], "excess of revenues over outlays and expenses in a business enterprise over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,1 ], "given period of time, usually a year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,2 ], "the monetary gain derived from a transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,2,1 ], "gains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,2,1 ], "income derived from property or an investment, as contrasted with capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,2,2 ], "the ratio of this income to the investment or principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,3 ], "motivating factor of all economic activity in a capitalist economy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,3 ], "the income or reward accruing to a successful entrepreneur and held to be the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,1,4 ], "a gain, benefit, or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit",1,2,1 ], "to gain or cause to gain profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit-sharing",1,1,1 ], "a system in which a portion of the net profit of a business is distributed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profit-sharing",1,1,1 ], "its employees, usually in proportion to their wages or their length of service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profitable",1,1,1 ], "affording gain, benefit, or profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profiteer",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes excessive profits, esp| by charging exorbitant prices for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profiteer",1,1,1 ], "goods in short supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "profiteer",1,2,1 ], "to make excessive profits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profiterole",1,1,1 ], "a small case of choux pastry with a sweet or savoury filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profligate",1,1,1 ], "shamelessly immoral or debauched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profligate",1,1,2 ], "wildly extravagant or wasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profligate",1,2,1 ], "a profligate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profluent",1,1,1 ], "flowing smoothly or abundantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profound",1,1,1 ], "penetrating deeply into subjects or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profound",1,1,2 ], "situated at or extending to a great depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profound",1,1,3 ], "reaching to or stemming from the depths of one's nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profound",1,1,4 ], "intense or absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profound",1,1,5 ], "thoroughgoing; extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profound",1,2,1 ], "a great depth; abyss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profuse",1,1,1 ], "plentiful, copious, or abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "profuse",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by in) free or generous in the giving (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog",1,1,1 ], "slang or dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog",1,1,2 ], "to prowl about for or as if for food or plunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog",1,2,1 ], "slang or dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog",1,2,2 ], "food obtained by begging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog",1,2,3 ], "a Newfoundland word for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progenitive",1,1,1 ], "capable of bearing offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progenitor",1,1,1 ], "a direct ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progenitor",1,1,2 ], "an originator or founder of a future development; precursor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progeny",1,1,1 ], "the immediate descendant or descendants of a person, animal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progeny",1,1,2 ], "a result or outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progestational",1,1,1 ], "days, during which the uterus is prepared for pregnancy by the secretion of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progestational",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the phase of the menstrual cycle, lasting approximately 14" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progestational",1,1,1 ], "progesterone from the corpus luteum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "progestational",1,1,2 ], "preceding gestation; before pregnancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progesterone",1,1,1 ], "a steroid hormone, secreted mainly by the corpus luteum in the ovary, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progesterone",1,1,1 ], "prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy| Formula: C21H30O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progestin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of steroid hormones that have progesterone-like activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proglottis",1,1,1 ], "any of the segments that make up the body of a tapeworm|Each contains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proglottis",1,1,1 ], "reproductive organs and separates from the worm when filled with fertilized eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prognathous",1,1,1 ], "having a projecting lower jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognosis",1,1,1,1 ], "a prediction of the course or outcome of a disease or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognosis",1,1,1,2 ], "the chances of recovery from a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognosis",1,1,2 ], "any forecast or prediction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognostic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or serving as a prognosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognostic",1,1,2 ], "foretelling or predicting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognostic",1,2,1 ], "any symptom or sign used in making a prognosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognostic",1,2,2 ], "a sign or forecast of some future occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognosticate",1,1,1 ], "prophesy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prognosticate",1,1,1 ], "to foretell (future events) according to present signs or indications;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prognosticate",1,2,1 ], "to foreshadow or portend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "program" ,1, 1, 1],"a sequence of coded instructions fed into a computer, enabling it to perform",1). c_DEF([ "program" ,1, 1, 1],"specified logical and arithmetical operations on data",2). c_DEF([ "program" ,1, 2, 1],"to feed a program into (a computer)",1). c_DEF([ "program" ,1, 2, 2],"computer",2). c_DEF([ "program" ,1, 2, 2],"to arrange (data) into a suitable form so that it can be processed by a",1). c_DEF([ "program" ,1, 2, 3],"to write a program",1). c_DEF([ "programmable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being programmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programmatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to programme music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programmatic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme music",1,1,1 ], "music that is intended to depict or evoke a scene or idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,1 ], "a written or printed list of the events, performers, etc|, in a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,1 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,2 ], "a performance or series of performances, often presented at a scheduled time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,2 ], "esp| on radio or television" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,3 ], "a specially arranged selection of things to be done| what's the programme for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,3 ], "this afternoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,4 ], "a plan, schedule, or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,1,5 ], "a syllabus or curriculum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,2,1 ], "to design or schedule (something) as a programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programme",1,4,1 ], "a variant spelling of program" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programmed learning",1,1,1 ], "a teaching method in which the material to be learnt is broken down into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programmed learning",1,1,1 ], "easily understandable parts on which the pupil is able to test himself " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "programmer",1,1,1 ], "a person who analyses a particular problem and writes a program so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programmer",1,1,1 ], "relevant data may be processed by a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "programming language",1,1,1 ], "a language system by which instructions to a computer are put into a coded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "programming language",1,1,1 ], "and computer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "programming language",1,1,1 ], "form, using a well-defined set of characters that is mutually comprehensible to user" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,1 ], "movement forwards, esp| towards a place or objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,2 ], "satisfactory development, growth, or advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,3 ], "advance towards completion, maturity, or perfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,5 ], "increasing complexity, adaptation, etc|, during the development of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,5 ], "individual or evolution of a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,6 ], "a stately royal journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,1,7 ], "in progress| taking place; under way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,2,1 ], "(pr@@!gr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,3,1 ], "to move forwards or onwards, as towards a place or objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progress",1,3,2 ], "to move towards or bring nearer to completion, maturity, or perfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,1 ], "the act of progressing; advancement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,2 ], "next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of moving from one thing or unit in a sequence to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,3 ], "a sequence of numbers in which each term differs from the succeeding term by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,3 ], "constant relation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,4 ], "movement, esp| of a logical kind, from one note to the next (melodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,4 ], "progression) or from one chord to the next (harmonic progression)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,5 ], "chart and the probable trends of circumstances for a year in his life" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,5 ], "it is supposed that one can find the expected developments in a person's birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progression",1,1,5 ], "one of several calculations, based on the movement of the planets, from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressionist",1,1,1 ], "an advocate of social, political, or economic progress; a member of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressionist",1,1,1 ], "progressive political party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,2 ], "proceeding or progressing by steps or degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,3 ], "favouring or promoting political or social reform through government action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,3 ], "or even revolution, to improve the lot of the majority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to an educational system that allows flexibility in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,4 ], "individual child, the aim of which is to integrate academic with social development" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,4 ], "learning procedures, based on activities determined by the needs and capacities of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,5 ], "(of a tax or tax system) graduated so that the rate increases relative to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,5 ], "amount taxed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,6 ], "(esp| of a disease) advancing in severity, complexity, or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,7 ], "(of a dance, card game, etc|) involving a regular change of partners after one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,7 ], "figure, one game, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,8 ], "denoting an aspect of verbs in some languages, including English, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,1,8 ], "express prolonged or continuous activity as opposed to momentary or habitual activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,2,1 ], "a person who advocates progress, as in education, politics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,2,1,1 ], "the progressive aspect of a verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "progressive",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog|",1,1,1 ], "programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog|",1,1,2 ], "progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prog|",1,1,3 ], "progressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibit",1,1,1 ], "to forbid by law or other authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibit",1,1,2 ], "to hinder or prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibition",1,1,1 ], "the act of prohibiting or state of being prohibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibition",1,1,2 ], "an order or decree that prohibits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibition",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) a policy of legally forbidding the manufacture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibition",1,1,3 ], "purposes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "prohibition",1,1,3 ], "transportation, sale, or consumption of alcoholic beverages except for medicinal or scientific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prohibition",1,1,4 ], "a writ from a superior court (in Britain the High Court) forbidding an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibition",1,1,4 ], "inferior court to determine a matter outside its jurisdiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prohibitionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who favours prohibition, esp| of alcoholic beverages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibitive",1,1,1 ], "prohibiting or tending to prohibit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prohibitive",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of prices) tending or designed to discourage sale or purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,1,1 ], "a proposal, scheme, or design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,1,1,1 ], "a task requiring considerable or concerted effort, such as one by students" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,1,1,2 ], "the subject of such a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,2,1 ], "(pr@@!d#f$ekt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,3,1 ], "to propose or plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,4,1 ], "to throw or cast forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,4,2 ], "to jut or cause to jut out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,5,1 ], "to send forth or transport in the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,6,1 ], "to cause (an image) to appear on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,6,2 ], "to cause (one's voice) to be heard clearly at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,6,2,1 ], "(esp| of a child) to believe that others share one's subjective mental life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,6,2,2 ], "defending oneself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,6,2,2 ], "to impute to others (one's hidden desires and impulses), esp| as a means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,7,1 ], "to draw a projection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "project",1,8,1 ], "to communicate effectively, esp| to a large gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projectile",1,1,1 ], "an object or body thrown forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projectile",1,1,2 ], "any self-propelling missile, esp| one powered by a rocket or the rocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projectile",1,1,2 ], "itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "projectile",1,1,3 ], "any object that can be fired from a gun, such as a bullet or shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projectile",1,2,1 ], "capable of being or designed to be hurled forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projectile",1,2,2 ], "projecting or thrusting forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projectile",1,2,3 ], "another word for protrusile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,1 ], "the act of projecting or the state of being projected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,2 ], "an object or part that juts out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,3 ], "see map projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,4 ], "seen from a particular direction or in accordance with an accepted set of rules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,4 ], "the representation of a line, figure, or solid on a given plane as it would be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,5 ], "a scheme or plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,6 ], "a prediction based on known evidence and observations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,6,1 ], "the belief, esp| in children, that others share one's subjective mental life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,6,1 ], "the process of showing film on a screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,6,2 ], "the image or images shown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,6,2 ], "the process of projecting one's own hidden desires and impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,7 ], "metals in order to transmute them into gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "projection",1,1,7 ], "the mixing by alchemists of powdered philosopher's stone with molten base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projectionist",1,1,1 ], "a person responsible for the operation of film projection machines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projective geometry",1,1,1 ], "invariant under projection and section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "projective geometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geometry concerned with the properties of solids that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projective test",1,1,1 ], "any psychological test, such as the Rorschach test, in which the subject is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projective test",1,1,1 ], "contain important information about personality" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "projective test",1,1,1 ], "presented with vague stimuli| The interpretation, by means of projection, is believed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "projective",1,1,1 ], "relating to or concerned with projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projector",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument that projects an enlarged image of individual slides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projector",1,1,1 ], "onto a screen or wall| Full name: slide projector" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "projector",1,1,2 ], "an optical instrument in which a strip of film is wound past a lens at a fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projector",1,1,2 ], "or wall| Full name: film or cine projector" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "projector",1,1,2 ], "speed so that the frames can be viewed as a continuously moving sequence on a screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "projector",1,1,3 ], "a device for projecting a light beam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projector",1,1,4 ], "a person who devises projects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "projet",1,1,1 ], "a draft of a proposed treaty; plan or proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolactin",1,1,1 ], "In mammals it stimulates the secretion of progesterone by the corpus luteum and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prolactin",1,1,1 ], "a gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolactin",1,1,1 ], "initiates and maintains lactation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "prolamine",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of simple plant proteins, including gliadin, hordein, and zein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolapse",1,1,1 ], "the sinking or falling down of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolapse",1,2,1 ], "(of an organ, etc|) to sink from its normal position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolate",1,1,1 ], "having a polar diameter of greater length than the equatorial diameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prole",1,1,1 ], "see proletarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proleg",1,1,1 ], "any of the short paired unjointed appendages on each abdominal segment of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proleg",1,1,1 ], "caterpillar or certain other insect larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prolegomenon",1,1,1 ], "(often pl|) a preliminary discussion, esp| a formal critical introduction to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolegomenon",1,1,1 ], "lengthy text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prolepsis",1,1,1 ], "a rhetorical device by which objections are anticipated and answered in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolepsis",1,1,1 ], "advance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prolepsis",1,1,2 ], "the action of the verb, as flat in hammer it flat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prolepsis",1,1,2 ], "use of a word after a verb in anticipation of its becoming applicable through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proletarian" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating, or belonging to the proletariat",1). c_DEF([ "proletarian" ,1, 2, 2],"a member of the proletariat",1). c_DEF([ "proletariat",1,1,1 ], "all wage-earners collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proletariat",1,1,2 ], "the lower or working class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proletariat",1,1,3 ], "(in Marxist theory) the class of wage-earners, esp| industrial workers, in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proletariat",1,1,3 ], "capitalist society, whose only possession of significant material value is their labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proletariat",1,1,4 ], "(in ancient Rome) the lowest class of citizens who had no property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proliferate",1,1,1 ], "to grow or reproduce (new parts, cells, etc|) rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proliferate",1,1,2 ], "to grow or increase or cause to grow or increase rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proliferous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) producing many side branches or offshoots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proliferous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants and certain animals) reproducing by means of buds, offshoots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolific",1,1,1 ], "producing fruit, offspring, etc|, in abundance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolific",1,1,2 ], "producing constant or successful results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolific",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by in or of) rich or fruitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proline",1,1,1 ], "2-pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid| Formula: C4H8NCOOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proline",1,1,1 ], "a water-soluble crystalline amino acid that occurs in protein|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolix",1,1,1 ], "(of a speech, book, etc|) so long as to be boring; verbose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolix",1,1,2 ], "indulging in prolix speech or writing; long-winded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolocutor",1,1,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prolocutor",1,1,1 ], "a chairman, esp| of the lower house of clergy in a convocation of the Anglican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prologue",1,1,1,1 ], "the prefatory lines introducing a play or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prologue",1,1,1,2 ], "the actor speaking these lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prologue",1,1,2 ], "a preliminary act or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prologue",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to introduce or preface with or as if with a prologue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolong",1,1,1 ], "to lengthen in duration or space extend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolonge",1,1,1 ], "a specially fitted rope used as part of the towing equipment of a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolonge",1,1,1 ], "carriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prolusion",1,1,1 ], "a preliminary written exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prolusion",1,1,2 ], "an introductory essay, sometimes of a slight or tentative nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prom",1,1,1 ], "short for promenade or promenade concert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prom",1,1,2 ], "a formal dance held at a high school or college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade concert",1,1,1 ], "a concert at which some of the audience stand rather than sit| Often shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade concert",1,1,1 ], "to prom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promenade deck",1,1,1 ], "an upper covered deck of a passenger ship for the use of the passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,1,1 ], "a public walk, esp| at a seaside resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,1,2 ], "a leisurely walk, esp| one in a public place for pleasure or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,1,3 ], "a ball or formal dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,1,4 ], "a marchlike step in dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,1,5 ], "a marching sequence in a square or country dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,2,1 ], "to take a promenade in or through (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,3,1 ], "to perform a promenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promenade",1,4,1 ], "to display or exhibit (someone or oneself) on or as if on a promenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promethazine",1,1,1 ], "an antihistamine drug used to treat allergies and to prevent vomiting, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promethazine",1,1,1 ], "motion sickness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promethium",1,1,1 ], "'1'4'5Pm: 17|7 years; valency: 3; melting pt|: 1080 degrees C (approx|); boiling pt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "promethium",1,1,1 ], "2460 degrees C (approx|)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "promethium",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive element of the lanthanide series artificially produced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promethium",1,1,1 ], "fission of uranium| Symbol: Pm; atomic no|: 61; half-life of most stable isotope," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prominence",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prominence",1,1,2 ], "something that is prominent, such as a protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prominence",1,1,3 ], "relative importance or consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prominence",1,1,4 ], "altitude of several hundred thousand kilometres| It is visible during a total eclipse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prominence",1,1,4 ], "an eruption of incandescent gas from the sun's surface that can reach an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prominent",1,1,1 ], "jutting or projecting outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prominent",1,1,2 ], "standing out from its surroundings; noticeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prominent",1,1,3 ], "widely known; eminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promiscuity",1,1,1 ], "promiscuous sexual behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promiscuity",1,1,2 ], "indiscriminate mingling, mixture, or confusion, as of parts or elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promiscuous",1,1,1 ], "indulging in casual and indiscriminate sexual relationships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promiscuous",1,1,2 ], "consisting of a number of dissimilar parts or elements mingled in a confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promiscuous",1,1,2 ], "or indiscriminate manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promiscuous",1,1,3 ], "indiscriminate in selection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promiscuous",1,1,4 ], "casual or heedless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,1,2 ], "of (something to someone); undertake (to do something) in the future" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,1,2 ], "when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to give an assurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,2,1 ], "to undertake to give (something to someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, takes an infinitive) to cause one to expect that in the future one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,2,2 ], "is likely (to be or do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,2,3 ], "to engage to be married; betroth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,3,1 ], "in the parenthetic phrase I promise you, used to emphasize a statement)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,3,1 ], "to assure (someone) of the authenticity or inevitability of something (often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,4,1 ], "an undertaking or assurance given by one person to another agreeing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,4,1 ], "guaranteeing to do or give something, or not to do or give something, in the future" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,4,2 ], "indication of forthcoming excellence or goodness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promise",1,4,3 ], "the thing of which an assurance is given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promisee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a promise is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promising",1,1,1 ], "showing promise of favourable development or future success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promisor",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promissory note",1,1,1 ], "a document, usually negotiable, containing a signed promise to pay a stated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promissory note",1,1,1 ], "sum of money to a specified person at a designated date or on demand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promissory",1,1,1 ], "containing, relating to, or having the nature of a promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promissory",1,1,2 ], "after it has been signed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promissory",1,1,2 ], "stipulating how the provisions of an insurance contract will be fulfilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promontory",1,1,1 ], "a high point of land, esp| of rocky coast, that juts out into the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promontory",1,1,2 ], "any of various projecting structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promote",1,1,1 ], "to further or encourage the progress or existence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promote",1,1,2 ], "to raise to a higher rank, status, degree, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promote",1,1,3 ], "to advance (a pupil or student) to a higher course, class, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promote",1,1,4 ], "to urge the adoption of; work for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promote",1,1,5 ], "support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "promote",1,1,5 ], "to encourage the sale of (a product) by advertising or securing financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promoter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that promotes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promoter",1,1,2 ], "a person who helps to organize, develop, or finance an undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promoter",1,1,3 ], "a person who organizes and finances a sporting event, esp| a boxing match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promoter",1,1,4 ], "a substance added in small amounts to a catalyst to increase its activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promotive",1,1,1 ], "tending to promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt side",1,1,1 ], "Britain and to his right in the United States" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prompt side",1,1,1 ], "the side of the stage where the prompter is, usually to the actor's left in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,1,1 ], "performed or executed without delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,1,2 ], "quick or ready to act or respond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,2,1 ], "punctually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,3,1 ], "to urge or induce (someone to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,3,2 ], "to remind (an actor, singer, etc|) of lines forgotten during a performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,4,1 ], "to refresh the memory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,5,1 ], "to give rise to by suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,6,1,1 ], "services on credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,6,1,1 ], "the time limit allowed for payment of the debt incurred by purchasing goods or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,6,1,2 ], "the contract specifying this time limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,6,1,3 ], "and the sum due" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,6,1,3 ], "prompt note| a memorandum sent to a purchaser to remind him of the time limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,6,2 ], "the act of prompting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompt",1,6,3 ], "anything that serves to remind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promptbook",1,1,1 ], "the production script of a play containing notes, cues, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompter",1,1,1 ], "a person offstage who reminds the actors of forgotten lines or cues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prompter",1,1,2 ], "a person, thing, etc|, that prompts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promptitude",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being prompt; punctuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promulgate" ,1, 1, 1],"to put into effect (a law, decree, etc|), esp| by formal proclamation",1). c_DEF([ "promulgate" ,1, 1, 2],"to announce or declare officially",1). c_DEF([ "promulgate" ,1, 1, 3],"to make widespread",1). c_DEF([ "promycelium",1,1,1 ], "a short tubular outgrowth from certain germinating fungal spores that produces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "promycelium",1,1,1 ], "spores itself and then dies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prom|",1,1,1 ], "promontory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronate",1,1,1 ], "downwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pronate",1,1,1 ], "to turn (the forearm or hand) so that the palmar surface is directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronator",1,1,1 ], "any muscle that effects pronation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prone",1,1,1 ], "lying flat or face downwards; prostrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prone",1,1,2 ], "sloping or tending downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prone",1,1,3 ], "having an inclination to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronephros",1,1,1 ], "remains functional in the larvae of the lower vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pronephros",1,1,1 ], "the first-formed anterior part of the embryonic kidney in vertebrates, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prong",1,1,1 ], "a sharply pointed end of an instrument, such as on a fork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prong",1,1,2 ], "any pointed projecting part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prong",1,2,1 ], "to prick or spear with or as if with a prong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronghorn",1,1,1 ], "America and having small branched horns: family Antilocapridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pronghorn",1,1,1 ], "a ruminant mammal, Antilocapra americana, inhabiting rocky deserts of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronghorn",1,1,1 ], "antelope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pronominal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or playing the part of a pronoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronominalize",1,1,1 ], "to make (a word) into or treat as a pronoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronoun",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of words that serves to replace a noun phrase that has already" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronoun",1,1,1 ], "or is about to be mentioned in the sentence or context" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pronounce",1,1,1 ], "to utter or articulate (a sound or sequence of sounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronounce",1,2,1 ], "to utter or articulate (sounds or words) in the correct way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronounce",1,3,1 ], "to proclaim officially and solemnly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronounce",1,3,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to declare as one's judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronounce",1,4,1 ], "to make a phonetic transcription of (sounds or words)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronounced",1,1,1 ], "strongly marked or indicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronounced",1,1,2 ], "(of a sound) articulated with vibration of the vocal cords; voiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronouncement",1,1,1 ], "an official or authoritative statement or announcement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronouncement",1,1,2 ], "the act of pronouncing, declaring, or uttering formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronto",1,1,1 ], "at once; promptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronucleus",1,1,1 ], "the nucleus of a mature ovum or spermatozoan before fertilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronunciamento",1,1,1 ], "Spanish-speaking country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pronunciamento",1,1,1 ], "an edict, proclamation, or manifesto, esp| one issued by rebels in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronunciamento",1,1,2 ], "an authoritarian announcement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronunciation",1,1,1 ], "the act, instance, or manner of pronouncing sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronunciation",1,1,2 ], "the supposedly correct manner of pronouncing sounds in a given language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pronunciation",1,1,3 ], "a phonetic transcription of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pron|",1,1,1 ], "pronominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pron|",1,1,2 ], "pronoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pron|",1,1,3 ], "pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pron|",1,1,4 ], "pronunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof spirit",1,1,1 ], "(15|6 degrees C): used as a standard of alcoholic liquids" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "proof spirit",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a mixture of alcohol and water or an alcoholic beverage that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof spirit",1,1,1 ], "contains 49|28 per cent of alcohol by weight, 57|1 per cent by volume at 60 degrees F" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proof spirit",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a similar standard mixture containing 50 per cent of alcohol by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof spirit",1,1,2 ], "volume at 60 degrees F" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,1 ], "any evidence that establishes or helps to establish the truth, validity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,1 ], "quality, etc|, of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,2 ], "the whole body of evidence upon which the verdict of a court is based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,3 ], "a sequence of steps or statements that establishes the truth of a proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,4 ], "proof)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,4 ], "the act of testing the truth of something (esp| in the phrase put to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,5 ], "trial before a judge without a jury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,6 ], "a trial impression made from composed type for the correction of errors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,7 ], "(in engraving, etc|) a print made by an artist or under his supervision for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,7 ], "his own satisfaction before he hands the plate over to a professional printer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,8 ], "a trial print from a negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,8,1 ], "the alcoholic strength of proof spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,8,2 ], "the strength of a beverage or other alcoholic liquor as measured on a scale in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,1,8,2 ], "which the strength of proof spirit is 100 degrees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,2,1 ], "able to resist; impervious (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,2,2 ], "having the alcoholic strength of proof spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,2,3 ], "of proved strength or impenetrability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,3,1 ], "to take a proof from (type matter, a plate, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,3,2 ], "to proofread (text) or inspect (a print, etc|), as for approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proof",1,3,3 ], "to render (something) proof, esp| to waterproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proofread",1,1,1 ], "to read (copy or printer's proofs) to detect and mark errors to be corrected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop root",1,1,1 ], "a root that grows from and supports the stem above the ground in plants such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop root",1,1,1 ], "as mangroves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prop",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to support with a rigid object, such as a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",1,2,1 ], "to place or lean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",1,3,1 ], "to sustain or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",1,4,1 ], "to stop suddenly or unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",1,5,1 ], "something that gives rigid support, such as a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",1,5,2 ], "a person or thing giving support, as of a moral or spiritual nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",1,5,3 ], "either of the forwards at either end of the front row of a scrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",2,1,1 ], "short for property ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop",3,1,1 ], "an informal word for propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propaedeutic" ,1, 1, 1],"preparatory instruction basic to further study of an art or science",1). c_DEF([ "propaedeutic" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or providing such instruction",1). c_DEF([ "propagable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being propagated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propaganda",1,1,1 ], "damage the cause of a government, movement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propaganda",1,1,1 ], "the organized dissemination of information, allegations, etc|, to assist or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propaganda",1,1,2 ], "such information, allegations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagandize",1,1,1 ], "to spread by propaganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagandize",1,2,1 ], "to subject to propaganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagandize",1,3,1 ], "to spread or organize propaganda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagate",1,1,1 ], "to reproduce or cause to reproduce; breed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagate",1,2,1 ], "to produce (plants) by layering, grafting, cuttings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagate",1,3,1 ], "to promulgate; disseminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagate",1,3,2 ], "to move through, cause to move through, or transmit, esp| in the form of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagate",1,3,2 ], "wave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propagate",1,4,1 ], "to transmit (characteristics) from one generation to the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagule",1,1,1 ], "a plant part, such as a bud, that becomes detached from the rest of the plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propagule",1,1,1 ], "and grows into a new plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propane",1,1,1 ], "Formula: CH3CH2CH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable gaseous alkane found in petroleum and used as a fuel|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propanoic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for propionic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proparoxytone",1,1,1 ], "(in Ancient Greek) of, relating to, or denoting words having an acute accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proparoxytone",1,1,1 ], "on the third syllable from the end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proparoxytone",1,2,1 ], "a proparoxytone word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propel",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to impel, drive, or cause to move forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propellant",1,1,1 ], "a gun or the fuel in a rocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propellant",1,1,1 ], "something that provides or causes propulsion, such as the explosive charge in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propellant",1,1,2 ], "the gas used to carry the liquid droplets in an aerosol spray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propellent",1,1,1 ], "able or tending to propel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propeller shaft",1,1,1 ], "differential gear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propeller shaft",1,1,1 ], "the shaft in a motor vehicle that transmits power from the gearbox to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propeller",1,1,1 ], "a device having blades radiating from a central hub that is rotated to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propeller",1,1,1 ], "thrust to propel a ship, aircraft, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propeller",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that propels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propelling pencil",1,1,1 ], "As the point is worn away the lead can be extended, usually by turning part of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propelling pencil",1,1,1 ], "a pencil consisting of a metal or plastic case containing a replaceable lead|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propelling pencil",1,1,1 ], "case" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "propend",1,1,1 ], "to be inclined or disposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless gaseous alkene obtained by cracking petroleum: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propene",1,1,1 ], "synthesizing many organic compounds| Formula: CH3CHCH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propensity",1,1,1 ], "a natural tendency or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propensity",1,1,2 ], "partiality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proper fraction",1,1,1 ], "a fraction in which the numerator has a lower absolute value than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proper fraction",1,1,1 ], "denominator, as or x/(3 + x#5%2)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proper motion",1,1,1 ], "the very small continuous change in the direction of motion of a star relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proper motion",1,1,1 ], "to the sun| It is determined from its radial and tangential motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proper noun",1,1,1 ], "Uranus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proper noun",1,1,1 ], "the name of a person, place, or object, as for example Iceland, Patrick, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 1, 1],"appropriate or suited for some purpose",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 1, 2],"correct in behaviour or conduct",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 1, 3],"excessively correct in conduct; vigorously moral",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 1, 4],"up to a required or regular standard",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 1, 5],"(of an object, quality, etc|) referred to or named specifically so as to",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 1, 5],"exclude anything not directly connected with it",2). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 2, 1],"belonging to or characteristic of a person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 2, 3],"(of heraldic colours) considered correct for the natural colour of the object",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 2, 3],"or emblem depicted",2). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 2, 4],"pleasant or good",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 3, 2],"good and proper",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 3, 3],"thoroughly",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 4, 1],"the parts of the Mass that vary according to the particular day or feast on",1). c_DEF([ "proper" ,1, 4, 1],"which the Mass is celebrated",2). c_DEF([ "propertied",1,1,1 ], "owning land or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property man",1,1,1 ], "a member of the stage crew in charge of the stage properties| Usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property man",1,1,1 ], "shortened to propman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,1 ], "patents, copyrights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,1 ], "something of value, either tangible, such as land, or intangible, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,2 ], "the right to possess, use, and dispose of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,3 ], "possessions collectively or the fact of owning possessions of value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,3,1 ], "a piece of land or real estate, esp| used for agricultural purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,4 ], "a ranch or station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,5 ], "a quality, attribute, or distinctive feature of anything, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,5 ], "characteristic attribute such as the density or strength of a material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,6 ], "an attribute that is not essential to a species but is common and peculiar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,6 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,7 ], "any movable object used on the set of a stage play or film| Usually shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "property",1,1,7 ], "to prop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prophage",1,1,1 ], "a virus that exists in a bacterial cell and undergoes division with its host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophage",1,1,1 ], "without destroying it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prophase",1,1,1 ], "the first stage of mitosis, during which the nuclear membrane disappears and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophase",1,1,1 ], "the nuclear material resolves itself into chromosomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prophase",1,1,2 ], "diplotene, and diakinesis phases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prophase",1,1,2 ], "the first stage of meiosis, divided into leptotene, zygotene, pachytene," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophecy",1,1,1,1 ], "a message of divine truth revealing God's will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophecy",1,1,1,2 ], "the act of uttering such a message" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophecy",1,1,2 ], "a prediction or guess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophecy",1,1,3 ], "the function, activity, or charismatic endowment of a prophet or prophets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophesy",1,1,1 ], "inspiration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prophesy",1,1,1 ], "to reveal or foretell (something, esp| a future event) by or as if by divine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophesy",1,2,1 ], "to give instructions in religious subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophet",1,1,1 ], "a person who speaks by divine inspiration, esp| one through whom a divinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophet",1,1,1 ], "expresses his will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prophet",1,1,2 ], "a person who predicts the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophet",1,1,3 ], "a spokesman for a movement, doctrine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophet",1,1,3,1 ], "a seer in spiritual matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophet",1,1,3,2 ], "spiritual truth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prophet",1,1,3,2 ], "the vanishing of material sense to give way to the conscious facts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a prophet or prophecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophetic",1,1,2 ], "containing or of the nature of a prophecy; predictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophylactic",1,1,1 ], "protecting from or preventing disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophylactic",1,1,2 ], "protective or preventive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophylactic",1,2,1 ], "a prophylactic drug or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophylactic",1,2,2 ], "another name for condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prophylaxis",1,1,1 ], "the prevention of disease or control of its possible spread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propinquity",1,1,1 ], "nearness in place or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propinquity",1,1,2 ], "nearness in relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propionate",1,1,1 ], "any ester or salt of propionic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propionic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid carboxylic acid used, as propionates, in inhibiting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propionic acid",1,1,1 ], "growth of moulds in bread| Formula: CH3CH2COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propitiate",1,1,1 ], "to appease or make well disposed conciliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propitious",1,1,1 ], "favourable or auspicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propitious",1,1,2 ], "gracious or favourably inclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propjet",1,1,1 ], "another name for turboprop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propman",1,1,1 ], "short for property man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propolis",1,1,1 ], "a greenish-brown resinous aromatic substance collected by bees from the buds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propolis",1,1,1 ], "of trees for use in the construction of hives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proponent",1,1,1 ], "a person who argues in favour of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proponent",1,1,2 ], "a person who seeks probate of a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,1 ], "size, number, or degree; relative magnitude or extent; ratio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,1 ], "the relationship between different things or parts with respect to comparative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,2 ], "symmetry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,2 ], "the correct or desirable relationship between parts of a whole; balance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,3 ], "a part considered with respect to the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,4 ], "dimensions or size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,5 ], "a share, part, or quota" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,6 ], "a relationship that maintains a constant ratio between two variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,6 ], "quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,7 ], "a relationship between four numbers or quantities in which the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,1,7 ], "first pair equals the ratio of the second pair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,2,1 ], "to adjust in relative amount, size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportion",1,2,2 ], "to cause to be harmonious in relationship of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportional representation",1,1,1 ], "representation of parties in an elective body in proportion to the votes they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportional representation",1,1,1 ], "win" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proportional",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or being in proportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportional",1,1,2 ], "having or related by a constant ratio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportional",1,2,1 ], "an unknown term in a proportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportionate",1,1,1 ], "(pr@@!p@$$:#s@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportionate",1,1,2 ], "being in proper proportion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportionate",1,2,1 ], "(pr@@!p@$$:#s@@~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proportionate",1,3,1 ], "to make proportionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposal",1,1,1 ], "the act of proposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposal",1,1,2 ], "something proposed, as a plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposal",1,1,3 ], "an offer, esp| of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propose",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to put forward (a plan, etc|) for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propose",1,1,1 ], "consideration or action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propose",1,2,1 ], "to nominate, as for a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propose",1,3,1 ], "to plan or intend (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propose",1,4,1 ], "to announce the drinking of (a toast) to (the health of someone, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propose",1,5,1 ], "to make an offer of marriage (to someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposition",1,1,1 ], "a proposal or topic presented for consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposition",1,1,2 ], "a statement that affirms or denies something and that is or can be shown to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposition",1,1,2 ], "either true or false" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proposition",1,1,3 ], "a statement or theorem, usually containing its proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposition",1,1,3,1 ], "a person or matter to be dealt with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposition",1,1,3,2 ], "an invitation to engage in sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proposition",1,2,1 ], "to propose a plan, deal, etc|, to, esp| to engage in sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propositional calculus",1,1,1 ], "propositions as wholes, taking no account of their internal structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propositional calculus",1,1,1 ], "the system of symbolic logic concerned only with the relations between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propositus",1,1,1 ], "the person from whom a line of descent is traced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propound",1,1,1 ], "to suggest or put forward for consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propound",1,1,1,1 ], "order for its validity to be established" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propound",1,1,1,1 ], "to produce (a will or similar instrument) to the proper court or authority in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propound",1,1,1,2 ], "(of an executor) to bring (an action to obtain probate) in solemn form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propraetor",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a citizen, esp| an ex-praetor, granted a praetor's imperium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propraetor",1,1,1 ], "to be exercised outside Rome, esp| in the provinces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propranolol",1,1,1 ], "a drug used in the treatment of angina pectoris, arrhythmia, hypertension, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propranolol",1,1,1 ], "other forms of heart disease| Formula: C16H21NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proprietary colony",1,1,1 ], "any of various colonies, granted by the Crown in the 17th century to a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proprietary colony",1,1,1 ], "or group of people with full governing rights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to property or proprietors",1). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 1, 2],"privately owned and controlled",1). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 1, 3],"name",2). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 1, 3],"of or denoting a drug or agent manufactured and distributed under a trade",1). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 2, 2],"a proprietary drug or agent",1). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 2, 3],"a proprietor or proprietors collectively",1). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 2, 5, 2],"property owned",1). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 2, 5],"right to property",1). c_DEF([ "proprietary" ,1, 2, 7],"(in Colonial America) an owner, governor, or grantee of a proprietary colony",1). c_DEF([ "proprietor",1,1,1 ], "an owner of an unincorporated business enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proprietor",1,1,2 ], "a person enjoying exclusive right of ownership to some property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proprietor",1,1,3 ], "a governor or body of governors of a proprietary colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propriety",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being appropriate or fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propriety",1,1,2 ], "conformity to the prevailing standard of behaviour, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propriety",1,1,3 ], "society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propriety",1,1,3 ], "the proprieties| the standards of behaviour considered correct by polite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proprioceptor",1,1,1 ], "any of the special nerve endings (esp| in the inner ear) that are sensitive to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proprioceptor",1,1,1 ], "changes in bodily position and movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propr|",1,1,1 ], "proprietor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proptosis",1,1,1 ], "the forward displacement of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propulsion",1,1,1 ], "the act of propelling or the state of being propelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propulsion",1,1,2 ], "a propelling force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propyl",1,1,1 ], "C3H7-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group of atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propylaeum",1,1,1 ], "a portico, esp| one that forms the entrance to a temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propylene glycol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless viscous hydroscopic sweet-tasting compound used as an antifreeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propylene glycol",1,1,1 ], "and brake fluid| Formula: CH3CHOHCH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "propylene",1,1,1 ], "another name for propene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propylite",1,1,1 ], "an altered andesite or similar rock containing calcite, chlorite, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "propylite",1,1,1 ], "produced by the action of hot water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prop|",1,1,1 ], "proper(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop|",1,1,2 ], "property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop|",1,1,3 ], "proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prop|",1,1,4 ], "proprietor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prorate",1,1,1 ], "to divide, assess, or distribute (something) proportionately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prorogue",1,1,1 ], "to discontinue the meetings of (a legislative body) without dissolving it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pros and cons",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pros and cons",1,1,1 ], "the various arguments in favour of and against a motion, course of action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosaic",1,1,1 ], "lacking imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosaic",1,1,2 ], "having the characteristics of prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosaism",1,1,1 ], "prosaic quality or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosaism",1,1,2 ], "a prosaic expression, thought, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscenium",1,1,1 ], "area immediately in front of the arch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proscenium",1,1,1 ], "the arch or opening separating the stage from the auditorium together with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscenium",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient theatres) the stage itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosciutto",1,1,1 ], "cured ham from Italy: usually served as an hors d'oeuvre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscribe",1,1,1 ], "to condemn or prohibit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscribe",1,1,2 ], "to outlaw; banish; exile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscribe",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Rome) to outlaw (a citizen) by posting his name in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscription",1,1,1 ], "the act of proscribing or the state of being proscribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscription",1,1,2 ], "denunciation, prohibition, or exclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proscription",1,1,3 ], "outlawry or ostracism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prose poem",1,1,1 ], "a prose composition characterized by a poetic style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prose",1,1,1 ], "its lack of a marked metrical structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prose",1,1,1 ], "spoken or written language as in ordinary usage, distinguished from poetry by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prose",1,1,2 ], "commonplace or dull discourse, expression, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prose",1,1,3 ], "a hymn recited or sung after the gradual at Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prose",1,1,4 ], "written in prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prose",1,1,5 ], "matter-of-fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prose",1,2,1 ], "to write or say (something) in prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosector",1,1,1 ], "a person who prepares or dissects anatomical subjects for demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecute",1,1,1 ], "to bring a criminal action against (a person) for some offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecute",1,2,1,1 ], "to seek redress by legal proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecute",1,2,1,2 ], "to institute or conduct a prosecution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecute",1,3,1 ], "to engage in or practise (a profession or trade)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecute",1,4,1 ], "to continue to do (a task, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecuting attorney",1,1,1 ], "(in some states) an officer in a judicial district appointed to conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecuting attorney",1,1,1 ], "criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state and people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosecution",1,1,1 ], "the act of prosecuting or the state of being prosecuted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecution",1,1,1,1 ], "the institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecution",1,1,1,2 ], "the proceedings brought in the name of the Crown to put an accused on trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecution",1,1,2 ], "the lawyers acting for the Crown to put the case against a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecution",1,1,3 ], "accomplishment or completion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosecution",1,1,3 ], "the following up or carrying on of something begun, esp| with a view to its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecutor",1,1,1 ], "a person who institutes or conducts legal proceedings, esp| in a criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosecutor",1,1,1 ], "court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proselyte",1,1,1 ], "a person newly converted to a religious faith or sect; a convert, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proselyte",1,1,1 ], "gentile converted to Judaism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proselyte",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for proselytize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proselytize",1,1,1 ], "to convert (someone) from one religious faith to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the brain that develops from the anterior portion of the neural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosencephalon",1,1,1 ], "tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosencephalon",1,1,2 ], "Nontechnical name: forebrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosenchyma",1,1,1 ], "a plant tissue consisting of long narrow cells with pointed ends: occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosenchyma",1,1,1 ], "conducting tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosimian",1,1,1 ], "any primate of the primitive suborder Prosimii, including lemurs, tree shrews," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosimian",1,1,1 ], "lorises, and tarsiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosimian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Prosimii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosit",1,1,1 ], "good health! cheers!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosody",1,1,1 ], "stanzaic forms, and the quantity and stress of syllables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosody",1,1,1 ], "the study of poetic metre and of the art of versification, including rhyme," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosody",1,1,2 ], "a system of versification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosody",1,1,3 ], "the patterns of stress and intonation in a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosopopoeia",1,1,1 ], "another word for personification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosopopoeia",1,1,2 ], "a figure of speech that represents an imaginary, absent, or dead person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosopopoeia",1,1,2 ], "speaking or acting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,1 ], "a probability or chance for future success, esp| as based on present work or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,1 ], "aptitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,2 ], "a view or scene, esp| one offering an extended outlook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,3 ], "a prospective buyer, project, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,4 ], "a survey or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,4,1 ], "a known or likely deposit of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,4,2 ], "the location of a deposit of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,4,3 ], "a sample of ore for testing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,1,4,4 ], "the yield of mineral obtained from a sample of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to explore (a region) for gold or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,2,1 ], "valuable minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,3,1 ], "to work (a mine) to discover its profitability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospect",1,4,1 ], "to search (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospective",1,1,1 ], "looking towards the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospective",1,1,2 ], "anticipated or likely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospector",1,1,1 ], "a person who searches for the natural occurrence of gold, petroleum, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospectus",1,1,1 ], "a formal statement giving details of a forthcoming event, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prospectus",1,1,1 ], "publication of a book or issue of shares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prospectus",1,1,2 ], "a pamphlet or brochure giving details of courses, as at a college or school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosper",1,1,1 ], "to thrive, succeed, etc|, or cause to thrive, etc| in a healthy way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosperity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of prospering; success or wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosperous",1,1,1 ], "flourishing; prospering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosperous",1,1,2 ], "rich; affluent; wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosperous",1,1,3 ], "favourable or promising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostaglandin",1,1,1 ], "acids and found in all mammalian tissues, esp| human semen| Prostaglandins stimulate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prostaglandin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of potent hormone-like compounds composed of essential fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostaglandin",1,1,1 ], "metabolism" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "prostaglandin",1,1,1 ], "the muscles of the uterus and affect the nervous system, blood vessels, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "prostate",1,1,1 ], "a gland in male mammals that surrounds the neck of the bladder and urethra and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostate",1,1,1 ], "secretes a liquid constituent of the semen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prostate",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the prostate gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostatectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of all or a part of the prostate gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostatitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the prostate gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosthesis",1,1,1,1 ], "the replacement of a missing bodily part with an artificial substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosthesis",1,1,1,2 ], "an artifical part such as a limb, eye, or tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosthesis",1,1,2 ], "another word for prothesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosthetic group",1,1,1 ], "lipoprotein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosthetic group",1,1,1 ], "the nonprotein component of a conjugated protein, such as the lipid group in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosthetics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of surgery concerned with prosthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosthodontics",1,1,1 ], "teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prosthodontics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of dentistry concerned with the artificial replacement of missing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostitute",1,1,1 ], "a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostitute",1,1,2 ], "a man who engages in such activity, esp| in homosexual practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostitute",1,1,3 ], "a person who offers his talent or work for unworthy purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostitute",1,2,1 ], "to offer (oneself or another) in sexual intercourse for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostitute",1,2,2 ], "purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prostitute",1,2,2 ], "to offer (a person, esp| oneself, or a person's talent) for unworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostomium",1,1,1 ], "palps, etc|, or forms part of a sucker or proboscis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prostomium",1,1,1 ], "the lobe at the head end of earthworms and other annelids: bears tentacles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,1,1 ], "lying with the face downwards, as in submission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,1,2 ], "exhausted physically or emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,1,3 ], "helpless or defenceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,1,4 ], "another word for procumbent ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,2,1 ], "(pr$A!stre$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,3,1 ], "to bow or cast (oneself) down, as in submission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,3,2 ], "to lay or throw down flat, as on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,3,3 ], "to make helpless or defenceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostrate",1,3,4 ], "to make exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostyle",1,1,1 ], "(of a building) having a row of columns in front, esp| as in the portico of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prostyle",1,1,1 ], "Greek temple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prostyle",1,2,1 ], "a prostyle building, portico, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosy",1,1,1 ], "prosier, prosiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosy",1,1,2 ], "of the nature of or similar to prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prosy",1,1,3 ], "dull, tedious, or long-winded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pros|",1,1,1 ], "prosody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prot-",1,1,1 ], "variant of proto- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protactinium",1,1,1 ], "(calc|); melting pt|: below 1600 degrees C| Former name: protoactinium" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "protactinium",1,1,1 ], "a toxic radioactive metallic element that occurs in uranium ores and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protactinium",1,1,1 ], "most stable isotope, '2'3'1Pa: 32,500 years; valency: 4 or 5; relative density: 15|4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "protactinium",1,1,1 ], "produced by neutron irradiation of thorium| Symbol: Pa; atomic no|: 91; half-life of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protagonist",1,1,1 ], "the principal character in a play, story, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protagonist",1,1,2 ], "a supporter, esp| when important or respected, of a cause, political party," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protagonist",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protamine",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of basic simple proteins that occur, in association with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protamine",1,1,1 ], "nucleic acids, in the sperm of some fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protandrous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants and hermaphrodite animals) producing male gametes before female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protandrous",1,1,1 ], "gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protanopia",1,1,1 ], "inability to see the colour red; red blindness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protasis",1,1,1 ], "protasis is generally introduced by if or unless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protasis",1,1,1 ], "the clause that states the condition in a conditional sentence| In English the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protasis",1,1,2 ], "(in classical drama) the introductory part of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protea",1,1,1 ], "any shrub or small tree of the genus Protea, of tropical and southern Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protea",1,1,1 ], "having flowers with coloured bracts arranged in showy heads: family Proteaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protean",1,1,1 ], "readily taking on various shapes or forms; variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protease",1,1,1 ], "any enzyme involved in proteolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protect",1,1,1 ], "to defend from trouble, harm, attack, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protect",1,1,2 ], "imports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protect",1,1,2 ], "to assist (domestic industries) by the imposition of protective tariffs on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protect",1,1,3 ], "to provide funds in advance to guarantee payment of (a note, draft, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,1 ], "the act of protecting or the condition of being protected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,2 ], "something that protects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,2,1 ], "domestic industries against overseas competition, expansion of domestic employment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,2,1 ], "the imposition of duties or quotas on imports, designed for the protection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,2,2 ], "protectionism| the system, policy, or theory of such restrictions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,3 ], "a document that grants protection or immunity from arrest or harassment to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,3 ], "person, esp| a traveller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,3,1 ], "protection money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,4 ], "money demanded by gangsters for freedom from molestation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protection",1,1,4,2 ], "freedom from molestation purchased in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protective coloration",1,1,1 ], "the coloration of an animal that enables it to blend with its surroundings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protective coloration",1,1,1 ], "therefore escape the attention of predators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protective tariff",1,1,1 ], "a tariff levied on imports to protect the domestic economy rather than to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protective tariff",1,1,1 ], "raise revenue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protective",1,1,1 ], "giving or capable of giving protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protective",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or intended for protection of domestic industries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protective",1,2,1 ], "something that protects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protector",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that protects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protector",1,1,2 ], "a person who exercised royal authority during the minority, absence, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protector",1,1,2 ], "incapacity of the monarch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protectorate",1,1,1,1 ], "a territory largely controlled by but not annexed to a stronger state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protectorate",1,1,1,2 ], "the relation of a protecting state to its protected territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protectorate",1,1,2 ], "the office or period of office of a protector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protectory",1,1,1 ], "an institution for the care of homeless, delinquent, or destitute children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protege" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who is protected and aided by the patronage of another person",1). c_DEF([ "protein",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of nitrogenous compounds of high molecular weight that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protein",1,1,1 ], "are essential constituents of all living organisms| They consist of one or more" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protein",1,1,1 ], "chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds and are folded into a specific" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "protein",1,1,1 ], "three-dimensional shape maintained by further chemical bonding" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "proteinase",1,1,1 ], "another name for endopeptidase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proteinuria",1,1,1 ], "another name for albuminuria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proteolysis",1,1,1 ], "occurs esp| during digestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proteolysis",1,1,1 ], "the hydrolysis of proteins into simpler compounds by the action of enzymes:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proteose",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of compounds formed during proteolysis that are less complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proteose",1,1,1 ], "than metaproteins but more so than peptones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protero-",1,1,1 ], "anterior or former in time, place, order, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,1,1 ], "public, often organized, dissent or manifestation of such dissent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,2 ], "a declaration or objection that is formal or solemn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,2,1 ], "a formal notarial statement drawn up on behalf of a creditor and declaring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,2,1 ], "that the debtor has dishonoured a bill of exchange or promissory note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,2,2 ], "the action of drawing up such a statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,2,3 ], "a formal declaration by a taxpayer disputing the legality or accuracy of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,2,3 ], "assessment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,3 ], "a statement made by the master of a vessel attesting to the circumstances in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,3 ], "which his vessel was damaged or imperilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,1,4 ], "the act of protesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,2,1 ], "(pr@@!t$est)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by against, at, about, etc|; when tr|, may take a clause as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,2,2 ], "object) to make a strong objection (to something, esp| a supposed injustice or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,2,2 ], "offence)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,2,3 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to assert or affirm in a formal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,2,3 ], "solemn manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,3,1 ], "dishonoured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protest",1,3,1 ], "to declare formally that (a bill of exchange or promissory note) has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protestation",1,1,1 ], "the act of protesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protestation",1,1,2 ], "something protested about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protestation",1,1,3 ], "a strong declaration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prothalamion",1,1,1 ], "a song or poem in celebration of a marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prothallus",1,1,1 ], "organs of pteridophytes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prothallus",1,1,1 ], "the small flat free-living green disc of tissue that bears the reproductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prothesis",1,1,1 ], "a process in the development of a language by which a phoneme or syllable is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prothesis",1,1,1 ], "prefixed to a word to facilitate pronunciation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prothesis",1,1,2 ], "the solemn preparation of the Eucharistic elements before consecration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prothonotary",1,1,1 ], "a chief clerk in certain law courts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prothorax",1,1,1 ], "the first segment of the thorax of an insect, which bears the first pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prothorax",1,1,1 ], "walking legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prothrombin",1,1,1 ], "a constituent of blood plasma that is the inactive precursor of thrombin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protist",1,1,1 ], "any organism belonging to the kingdom Protista, including bacteria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protist",1,1,1 ], "protozoans, unicellular algae and fungi, regarded as distinct from plants and animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protium",1,1,1 ], "the most common isotope of hydrogen, having a mass number of 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the first in time, order, or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proto-",1,1,2 ], "primitive, ancestral, or original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proto-",1,1,3 ], "indicating the reconstructed earliest stage of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proto-",1,1,4 ], "indicating the first in a series of chemical compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proto-",1,1,5 ], "indicating the parent of a chemical compound or an element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protoactinium",1,1,1 ], "the former name of protactinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protochordate",1,1,1 ], "(tunicates), and Cephalochordata (lancelets)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protochordate",1,1,1 ], "any chordate animal of the subphyla Hemichordata (acorn worms), Urochordata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protochordate",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to protochordates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,1 ], "state and diplomatic ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,1 ], "the formal etiquette and code of behaviour, precedence, and procedure for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,2 ], "a memorandum or record of an agreement, esp| one reached in international" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,2 ], "negotiations, a meeting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,2,1 ], "an amendment to a treaty or convention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,2,2 ], "an annex appended to a treaty to deal with subsidiary matters or to render the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,2,2 ], "treaty more lucid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,2,3 ], "a formal international agreement or understanding on some matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protocol",1,1,3 ], "a statement that records an event objectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protogynous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants and hermaphrodite animals) producing female gametes before male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protogynous",1,1,1 ], "ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protohistory",1,1,1 ], "immediately prior to the emergence of writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protohistory",1,1,1 ], "the period or stage of human development or of a particular culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protohuman",1,1,1 ], "any of various prehistoric primates that resembled modern man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protohuman",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to any of these primates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protolanguage",1,1,1 ], "an extinct and unrecorded language reconstructed by comparison of its recorded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protolanguage",1,1,1 ], "or living descendants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protolithic",1,1,1 ], "of or referring to the earliest Stone Age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protomartyr",1,1,1 ], "St| Stephen as the first Christian martyr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protomartyr",1,1,2 ], "the first martyr to lay down his life in any cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protomorphic",1,1,1 ], "primitive in structure; primordial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proton number",1,1,1 ], "another name for atomic number|Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proton",1,1,1 ], "a stable, positively charged elementary particle, found in atomic nuclei in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proton",1,1,1 ], "coulomb, a rest mass of 1|672,52 X 10'-'2'7 kilogram, and spin " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "proton",1,1,1 ], "numbers equal to its atomic number| It is a baryon with a charge of 1|6022 X 10'-'1'9" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protonema",1,1,1 ], "a branched threadlike structure that grows from a moss spore and eventually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protonema",1,1,1 ], "develops into the moss plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protopathic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a sensory nerve that perceives only coarse stimuli, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protopathic",1,1,1 ], "pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protopathic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to such perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protoplasm",1,1,1 ], "substance differentiated into cytoplasm and nucleoplasm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the living contents of a cell: a complex translucent colourless colloidal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protoplast",1,1,1 ], "another name for energid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protostar",1,1,1 ], "a condensation, interstellar gas, or dust, from which a star is thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protostar",1,1,1 ], "develop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protostele",1,1,1 ], "a simple type of stele with a central core of xylem surrounded by a cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protostele",1,1,1 ], "of phloem: occurs in most roots and the stems of ferns, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prototherian",1,1,1 ], "includes the monotremes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prototherian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Prototheria, a subclass of mammals that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prototherian",1,2,1 ], "any prototherian mammal; a monotreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prototrophic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of bacteria) feeding solely on inorganic matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prototrophic",1,1,2 ], "(of cultured bacteria, fungi, etc|) having no specific food requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prototype",1,1,1 ], "an original model upon which copies are based, from which improved types can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prototype",1,1,1 ], "be made or that has analogies at a later period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prototype",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that serves as an example of a type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prototype",1,1,3 ], "the ancestral or primitive form of a species or other group; an archetype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protoxide",1,1,1 ], "its oxides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protoxide",1,1,1 ], "the oxide of an element that contains the smallest amount of oxygen of any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protoxylem",1,1,1 ], "the first-formed xylem tissue, consisting of extensible thin-walled cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protoxylem",1,1,1 ], "thickened with rings or spirals of lignin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protozoan" ,1, 1, 1],"any minute invertebrate of the phylum Protozoa, including flagellates,",1). c_DEF([ "protozoan" ,1, 1, 1],"ciliates, sporozoans, amoebas, and foraminifers",2). c_DEF([ "protozoan" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the Protozoa",1). c_DEF([ "protozoology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the study of protozoans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protract",1,1,1 ], "to lengthen or extend (a speech, etc|); prolong in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protract",1,1,2 ], "(of a muscle) to draw, thrust, or extend (a part, etc|) forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protract",1,1,3 ], "to plot or draw using a protractor and scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protractile",1,1,1 ], "able to be extended or protruded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protraction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of protracting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protraction",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being protracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protraction",1,1,3 ], "a prolongation or protrusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protraction",1,1,4 ], "an extension of something in time or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protraction",1,1,5 ], "something that is extended in time or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protraction",1,1,6 ], "the irregular lengthening of a syllable that is usually short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protractor",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring or drawing angles on paper, usually a flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protractor",1,1,1 ], "semicircular transparent plastic sheet graduated in degrees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "protractor",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that protracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protractor",1,1,3 ], "a surgical instrument for removing a bullet from the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protractor",1,1,4 ], "a former term for extensor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrude",1,1,1 ], "to thrust or cause to thrust forwards or outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrude",1,1,2 ], "to project or cause to project from or as if from a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrusile",1,1,1 ], "capable of being thrust forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrusion",1,1,1 ], "something that protrudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrusion",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being protruded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrusion",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of protruding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrusive",1,1,1 ], "tending to project or jut outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrusive",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for obtrusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protrusive",1,1,3 ], "causing propulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protuberant",1,1,1 ], "swelling out from the surrounding surface; bulging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protuberate",1,1,1 ], "to swell out or project from the surrounding surface; bulge out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protyle",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical primitive substance from which the chemical elements were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "protyle",1,1,1 ], "supposed to have been formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proud flesh",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for granulation tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by of, an infinitive, or a clause) pleased or satisfied, as with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,1 ], "oneself, one's possessions, achievements, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,2 ], "feeling honoured or gratified by or as if by some distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,3 ], "having an inordinately high opinion of oneself; arrogant or haughty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,4 ], "characterized by or proceeding from a sense of pride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,5 ], "stately or distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,6 ], "bold or fearless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,7 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,8 ], "(of a surface, edge, etc|) projecting or protruding from the surrounding area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,1,9 ], "(of animals) restive or excited, often sexually; in heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,2,1 ], "do proud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,2,1,1 ], "to entertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,2,2 ], "(a person) on a grand scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proud",1,2,2,2 ], "to honour or distinguish (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proustite",1,1,1 ], "a red mineral consisting of silver arsenic sulphide in hexagonal crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proustite",1,1,1 ], "form| Formula: Ag3AsS3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to establish or demonstrate the truth or validity of; verify," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,1,1 ], "esp| by using an established sequence of procedures or statements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,1,2 ], "to establish the quality of, esp| by experiment or scientific analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,1,3 ], "to establish the validity and genuineness of (a will)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,1,4 ], "to show (oneself) able or courageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,1,5 ], "to be found or shown (to be)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,1,6 ], "to take a trial impression of (type, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,2,1 ], "(of dough) to rise in a warm place before baking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prove",1,2,2 ], "to undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proven",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of prove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proven",1,1,2 ], "not proven| Scot| law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proven",1,1,3 ], "(of a verdict, etc|) pronounced when a jury finds the case against the accused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proven",1,1,3 ], "neither disproved nor proved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proven",1,2,1 ], "tried; tested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provenance",1,1,1 ], "a place of origin, esp| that of a work of art or archaeological specimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provender",1,1,1 ], "any dry feed or fodder for domestic livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provender",1,1,2 ], "food in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proventriculus",1,1,1 ], "the first part of the stomach of birds, the gizzard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proventriculus",1,1,2 ], "the thick muscular stomach of crustaceans and insects; gizzard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proverb",1,1,1 ], "a short, memorable, and often highly condensed saying embodying, esp| with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proverb",1,1,1 ], "bold imagery, some commonplace fact of experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proverb",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing exemplary in respect of a characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proverb",1,1,3 ], "a wise saying or admonition providing guidance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proverb",1,2,1 ], "to utter or describe (something) in the form of a proverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proverb",1,2,2 ], "to make (something) a proverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proverbial",1,1,1 ], "commonly or traditionally referred to, esp| as being an example of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proverbial",1,1,1 ], "peculiarity, characteristic, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proverbial",1,1,2 ], "of, connected with, embodied in, or resembling a proverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,1,1 ], "to put at the disposal of; furnish or supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,1,2 ], "to afford; yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,2,1 ], "to take careful precautions (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,3,1 ], "to supply means of support (to), esp| financially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,3,2 ], "(in statutes, documents, etc|) to determine (what is to happen in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,3,2 ], "contingencies), esp| by including a proviso condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,3,3 ], "to confer and induct into ecclesiastical offices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provide",1,3,4 ], "to have or get in store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "providence",1,1,1,1 ], "God's foreseeing protection and care of his creatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "providence",1,1,1,2 ], "such protection and care as manifest by some other force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "providence",1,1,2 ], "a manifestation of such care and guidance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "providence",1,1,3 ], "or resources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "providence",1,1,3 ], "the foresight or care exercised by a person in the management of his affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provident club",1,1,1 ], "a hire-purchase system offered by some large retail organizations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provident society",1,1,1 ], "another name for friendly society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provident",1,1,1 ], "providing for future needs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provident",1,1,2 ], "exercising foresight in the management of one's affairs or resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provident",1,1,3 ], "characterized by or proceeding from foresight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "providential",1,1,1 ], "divine providence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "providential",1,1,1 ], "relating to, characteristic of, or presumed to proceed from or as if from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "providing",1,1,1 ], "on the condition or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "providing",1,1,2 ], "(that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,1 ], "a territory governed as a unit of a country or empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,10 ], "a region of the Roman Empire outside Italy ruled by a governor from Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,2 ], "a district, territory, or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,3 ], "regarded as outside the mainstream of sophisticated culture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,3 ], "those parts of a country lying outside the capital and other large cities and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,4 ], "a subdivision of a region, characterized by a particular fauna and flora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,5 ], "an area or branch of learning, activity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,6 ], "the field or extent of a person's activities or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,7 ], "Church, Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,8 ], "an ecclesiastical territory, usually consisting of several dioceses, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,8 ], "having an archbishop or metropolitan at its head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "province",1,1,9 ], "a major administrative and territorial subdivision of a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,1,1 ], "of or connected with a province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or connected with the provinces; local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,1,3 ], "having attitudes and opinions supposedly common to people living in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,1,3 ], "provinces; rustic or unsophisticated; limited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,2,1 ], "a person lacking the sophistications of city life; rustic or narrow-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,2,1 ], "individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,2,2 ], "a person coming from or resident in a province or the provinces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,2,3 ], "the head of an ecclesiastical province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincial",1,2,4 ], "the head of a major territorial subdivision of a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincialism",1,1,1 ], "narrowness of mind or outlook; lack of sophistication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincialism",1,1,2 ], "a word or attitude characteristic of a provincial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincialism",1,1,3 ], "attention to the affairs of one's province rather than the whole nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provincialism",1,1,4 ], "the state or quality of being provincial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proving ground",1,1,1 ], "a place or situation in which something new, such as equipment or a theory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proving ground",1,1,1 ], "can be tested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,1 ], "the act of supplying or providing food, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,2 ], "something that is supplied or provided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,3 ], "preparations made beforehand (esp| in the phrase make provision for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,4 ], "food and other necessities, esp| for an expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,5 ], "food obtained for a household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,6 ], "a demand, condition, or stipulation formally incorporated in a document;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,6 ], "proviso" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,1,7 ], "the conferring of and induction into ecclesiastical offices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provision",1,2,1 ], "to supply with provisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provisional",1,1,1 ], "subject to later alteration; temporary or conditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provisional",1,2,1 ], "a postage stamp surcharged during an emergency to alter the stamp's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provisional",1,2,1 ], "denomination or significance until a new or regular issue is printed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proviso",1,1,1 ], "a clause in a document or contract that embodies a condition or stipulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proviso",1,1,2 ], "a condition or stipulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provisory",1,1,1 ], "containing a proviso; conditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provisory",1,1,2 ], "another word for provisional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provitamin",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as carotene, that is converted into a vitamin in animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provitamin",1,1,1 ], "tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provocation",1,1,1 ], "the act of provoking or inciting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provocation",1,1,2 ], "something that causes indignation, anger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provocation",1,1,3 ], "words or conduct that incite a person to attack another with fatal results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provocative",1,1,1 ], "acting as a stimulus or incitement, esp| to anger or sexual desire; provoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provoke",1,1,1 ], "to anger or infuriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provoke",1,1,2 ], "to cause to act or behave in a certain manner; incite or stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provoke",1,1,3 ], "to promote (certain feelings, esp| anger, indignation, etc|) in a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provoke",1,1,4 ], "to summon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provolone",1,1,1 ], "a mellow, pale yellow, soft, and sometimes smoked cheese, made of cow's milk:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provolone",1,1,1 ], "usually moulded in the shape of a pear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provost court",1,1,1 ], "a military court for trying people charged with minor offences in an occupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost court",1,1,1 ], "area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provost guard",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) a detachment under command of the provost marshal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost marshal",1,1,1 ], "discipline in a large camp, area, or city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provost marshal",1,1,1 ], "the officer in charge of military police and thus responsible for military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,1 ], "an appointed person who superintends or presides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,2 ], "the head of certain university colleges or schools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,3 ], "the principal magistrate of a Scottish burgh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,4 ], "the senior dignitary of one of the more recent cathedral foundations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,4,1 ], "the head of a cathedral chapter in England and some other countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,4,2 ], "(formerly) the member of a monastic community second in authority under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,4,2 ], "abbot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,5 ], "(in medieval times) an overseer, steward, or bailiff in a manor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "provost",1,1,6 ], "a prison warder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prov|",1,1,1 ], "province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prov|",1,1,2 ], "provincial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prov|",1,1,3 ], "provisional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prow",1,1,1 ], "the bow of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prowess",1,1,1 ], "outstanding or superior skill or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prowess",1,1,2 ], "bravery or fearlessness, esp| in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prowl",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by around or about) to move stealthily around (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prowl",1,1,1 ], "place) as if in search of prey or plunder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prowl",1,2,1 ], "the act of prowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prowl",1,2,2 ], "on the prowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prowl",1,2,2,1 ], "moving around stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prowl",1,2,2,2 ], "zealously pursuing members of the opposite sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximal",1,1,1 ], "situated close to the centre, median line, or point of attachment or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximal",1,1,2 ], "another word for proximate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximate",1,1,1 ], "next or nearest in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximate",1,1,2 ], "very near; close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximate",1,1,3 ], "immediately preceding or following in a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximate",1,1,4 ], "a less common word for approximate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximity fuse",1,1,1 ], "a missile, etc|, at a predetermined distance from the target" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proximity fuse",1,1,1 ], "an electronically triggered device designed to detonate an explosive charge in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximity",1,1,1 ], "nearness in space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximity",1,1,2 ], "nearness or closeness in a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximo",1,1,1 ], "Now rare except when abbreviated in formal correspondence| in or during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proximo",1,1,1 ], "next or coming month" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proxy",1,1,1 ], "a person authorized to act on behalf of someone else; agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "proxy",1,1,2 ], "behalf of someone else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "proxy",1,1,2 ], "the authority, esp| in the form of a document, given to a person to act on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prox|",1,1,1 ], "proximo (next month)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prs|",1,1,1 ], "pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prude",1,1,1 ], "a person who affects or shows an excessively modest, prim, or proper attitude," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prude",1,1,1 ], "esp| regarding sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prudence",1,1,1 ], "caution in practical affairs; discretion or circumspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudence",1,1,2 ], "care taken in the management of one's resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudence",1,1,3 ], "consideration for one's own interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudence",1,1,4 ], "the condition or quality of being prudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudent",1,1,1 ], "discreet or cautious in managing one's activities; circumspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudent",1,1,2 ], "practical and careful in providing for the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudent",1,1,3 ], "exercising good judgment or common sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudential",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or resulting from prudence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prudential",1,1,2 ], "exercising prudence or sound judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pruinose",1,1,1 ], "coated with a powdery or waxy bloom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prune",1,1,1 ], "a purplish-black partially dried fruit of any of several varieties of plum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prune",1,1,1 ], "tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prune",1,1,2 ], "a dull, uninteresting, or foolish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prune",2,1,1 ], "etc|), esp| by cutting off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "prune",2,1,1 ], "to remove (dead or superfluous twigs, branches, etc|) from (a tree, shrub," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prune",2,1,2 ], "to remove (anything undesirable or superfluous) from (a book, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prune",3,1,1 ], "an archaic word for preen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prunella" ,1, 1, 1],"prunelle, or prunello",1). c_DEF([ "prunella" ,1, 1, 2],"a strong fabric, esp| a twill-weave worsted, used for gowns and the uppers of",1). c_DEF([ "prunella" ,1, 1, 2],"some shoes",2). c_DEF([ "prunelle",1,1,1 ], "a green French liqueur made from sloes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pruning hook",1,1,1 ], "a tool with a curved steel blade terminating in a hook, used for pruning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prurient",1,1,1 ], "unusually or morbidly interested in sexual thoughts or practices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prurient",1,1,2 ], "exciting or encouraging lustfulness; erotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prurigo",1,1,1 ], "a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin characterized by the formation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prurigo",1,1,1 ], "papules and intense itching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pruritus",1,1,1 ], "any intense sensation of itching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pruritus",1,1,2 ], "any of various conditions characterized by intense itching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prussiate",1,1,1 ], "any cyanide, ferrocyanide, or ferricyanide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prussic acid",1,1,1 ], "the weakly acidic extremely poisonous aqueous solution of hydrogen cyanide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pry" ,1, 1, 1],"etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "pry" ,1, 1, 1],"to make an impertinent or uninvited inquiry (about a private matter, topic,",1). c_DEF([ "pry" ,1, 2, 2],"the act of prying",1). c_DEF([ "pry" ,1, 2, 3],"a person who pries",1). c_DEF([ "pry",2,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for prise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pryer",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of prier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "prytaneum",1,1,1 ], "the public hall of a city in ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pr|",1,1,1 ], "pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pr|",1,1,2 ], "paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pr|",1,1,3 ], "preferred stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pr|",1,1,4 ], "price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pr|",1,1,5 ], "pronoun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pr|",1,1,6 ], "power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalm",1,1,1 ], "a book (Psalms) of the Old Testament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psalm",1,1,1 ], "any of the 150 sacred songs, lyric poems, and prayers that together constitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalm",1,1,2 ], "a musical setting of one of these poems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalm",1,1,3 ], "any sacred song or hymn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalmist",1,1,1 ], "the composer of a psalm or psalms, esp| (when cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalmist",1,1,2 ], "and preceded by the) David, traditionally regarded as the author of the Book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalmist",1,1,2 ], "of Psalms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psalmody",1,1,1 ], "the act of singing psalms or hymns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalmody",1,1,2 ], "the art or practice of the setting to music or singing of psalms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psalterium",1,1,1 ], "abomasum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psalterium",1,1,1 ], "the third compartment of the stomach of ruminants, between the reticulum and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psaltery",1,1,1 ], "an ancient stringed instrument similar to the lyre, but having a trapezoidal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psaltery",1,1,1 ], "sounding board over which the strings are stretched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psammite",1,1,1 ], "a rare name for sandstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psephite",1,1,1 ], "any rock, such as a breccia, that consists of large fragments embedded in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psephite",1,1,1 ], "finer matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psephology",1,1,1 ], "the statistical and sociological study of elections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseud",1,1,1 ], "a false, artificial, or pretentious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseud",1,2,1 ], "another word for pseudo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudaxis",1,1,1 ], "another name for sympodium| &950" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudo",1,1,1 ], "not genuine; pretended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudo-",1,1,1 ], "false, pretending, or inauthentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudo-",1,1,2 ], "having a close resemblance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudo-intransitive",1,1,1 ], "cooking or these apples cook well" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pseudo-intransitive",1,1,1 ], "denoting an occurrence of a normally transitive verb in which a direct object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudo-intransitive",1,1,1 ], "is not explicitly stated or forms the subject of the sentence, as in Margaret is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pseudocarp",1,1,1 ], "a fruit, such as the strawberry and apple, that includes parts other than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudocarp",1,1,1 ], "ripened ovary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pseudohermaphroditism",1,1,1 ], "the congenital condition of having the organs of reproduction of one sex and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudohermaphroditism",1,1,1 ], "the external genitalia, usually malformed, of the opposite sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pseudomorph",1,1,1 ], "a mineral that has an uncharacteristic crystalline form as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudomorph",1,1,1 ], "assuming the shape of another mineral that it has replaced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pseudomutuality",1,1,1 ], "a relationship between two persons in which conflict of views or opinions is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudomutuality",1,1,1 ], "solved by simply ignoring it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pseudonym",1,1,1 ], "a fictitious name adopted, esp| by an author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudonymous",1,1,1 ], "having or using a false or assumed name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudonymous",1,1,2 ], "writing or having been written under a pseudonym" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudopodium",1,1,1 ], "a temporary projection from the cell of a protozoan, leucocyte, etc|, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pseudopodium",1,1,1 ], "feeding and locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pseud|",1,1,1 ], "pseudonym" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psf",1,1,1 ], "pounds per square foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pshaw",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of disgust, impatience, disbelief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psi particle",1,1,1 ], "a type of elementary particle thought to be formed from charmed quarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psi",1,1,1 ], "pounds per square inch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psi",1,1,1 ], "the 23rd letter of the Greek alphabet (#GU, #Gu), a composite consonant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psi",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as ps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psia",1,1,1 ], "pounds per square inch, absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psid",1,1,1 ], "pounds per square inch, differential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psig",1,1,1 ], "pounds per square inch, gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psilocybin",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline phosphate ester that is the active principle of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psilocybin",1,1,1 ], "hallucinogenic fungus Psilocybe mexicana|Formula: C12H17N2O4P" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psilomelane",1,1,1 ], "a common black to grey secondary mineral consisting of hydrated basic oxide of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psilomelane",1,1,1 ], "manganese and barium: a source of manganese| Formula: BaMn9O16(OH)4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psittacine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a parrot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psittacosis",1,1,1 ], "a viral disease of parrots and other birds that can be transmitted to man, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psittacosis",1,1,1 ], "whom it produces inflammation of the lungs and pneumonia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psoas",1,1,1 ], "either of two muscles of the loins that aid in flexing and rotating the thigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psoralea",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the tropical and subtropical leguminous genus Psoralea, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psoralea",1,1,1 ], "curly leaves, white or purple flowers, and short one-seeded pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psoriasis",1,1,1 ], "a skin disease characterized by the formation of reddish spots and patches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psoriasis",1,1,1 ], "covered with silvery scales: tends to run in families" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psst",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of beckoning, esp| one made surreptitiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psych",1,1,1 ], "to psychoanalyse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psych",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psych",1,1,2,1 ], "to guess correctly the intentions of (another); outguess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psych",1,1,2,2 ], "to analyse or solve (a problem, etc| psychologically|$D" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psych",1,1,3 ], "to intimidate or frighten|$D" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychasthenia",1,1,1 ], "any neurosis characterized by phobias, anxiety, or obsessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psyche",1,1,1 ], "the human mind or soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychedelia",1,1,1 ], "psychedelic objects, dress, music, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychedelic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting new or altered perceptions or sensory experiences, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychedelic",1,1,1 ], "through the use of hallucinogenic drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychedelic",1,1,2 ], "denoting any of the drugs, esp| LSD, that produce these effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychedelic",1,1,3 ], "(of painting, fabric design, etc|) having the vivid colours and complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychedelic",1,1,3 ], "patterns popularly associated with the visual effects of psychedelic states" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychiatry",1,1,1 ], "disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychiatry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychic determinism",1,1,1 ], "chance but that a cause can always be found for them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychic determinism",1,1,1 ], "the assumption, made esp| by Freud, that mental processes do not occur by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychic energizer",1,1,1 ], "another name for antidepressant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychic",1,1,1,1 ], "outside the possibilities defined by natural laws, as mental telepathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychic",1,1,1,2 ], "(of a person) sensitive to forces not recognized by natural laws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychic",1,1,2 ], "mental as opposed to physical; psychogenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychic",1,1,3 ], "(of a bid) based on less strength than would normally be required to make the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychic",1,1,3 ], "bid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is sensitive to parapsychological forces or influences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psycho",1,2,1 ], "a slang word for psychopath or psychopathic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psycho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the mind or psychological or mental processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychoacoustics",1,1,1 ], "psychological effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychoacoustics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the relationship between sounds and their physiological and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychoactive",1,1,1 ], "(of drugs such as LSD, opium, and the barbiturates) capable of affecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychoactive",1,1,1 ], "mental activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychoanalyse",1,1,1 ], "to examine or treat (a person) by psychoanalysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychoanalysis",1,1,1 ], "a method of studying the mind and treating mental and emotional disorders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychoanalysis",1,1,1 ], "based on revealing and investigating the role of the unconscious mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychoanal|",1,1,1 ], "psychoanalysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychobiology",1,1,1 ], "physiology, and environment of the patient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychobiology",1,1,1 ], "the study of mental illness and processes in relation to the genetics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychochemical",1,1,1 ], "any of various chemical compounds whose primary effect is the alteration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychochemical",1,1,1 ], "the normal state of consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychochemical",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to such chemical compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychodrama",1,1,1 ], "a form of group therapy in which individuals act out, before an audience," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychodrama",1,1,1 ], "situations from their past" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the study of mental processes and forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychogenesis",1,1,1 ], "mental processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the study of the origin and development of personality, human behaviour, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychogenic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of disorders or symptoms) of mental, rather than organic, origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychognosis",1,1,1 ], "the use of hypnosis to study mental phenomena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychognosis",1,1,2 ], "the study of personality by observation of outward bodily signs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychohistory",1,1,1 ], "biography based on psychological theories of personality development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychokinesis",1,1,1 ], "(in parapsychology) alteration of the state of an object by mental influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychokinesis",1,1,1 ], "alone, without any physical intervention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychokinesis",1,1,2 ], "a state of violent uncontrolled motor activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psycholinguistics",1,1,1 ], "disorders, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "psycholinguistics",1,1,1 ], "mental processes underlying adult comprehension and production of speech, language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psycholinguistics",1,1,1 ], "the psychology of language, including language acquisition by children, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychological moment",1,1,1 ], "the most appropriate time for producing a desired effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychological warfare",1,1,1 ], "the military application of psychology, esp| to the manipulation of morale in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychological warfare",1,1,1 ], "time of war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychological",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to psychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychological",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the mind or mental activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychological",1,1,3 ], "having no real or objective basis; arising in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychological",1,1,4 ], "affecting the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychologism",1,1,1 ], "the belief in the importance and relevance of psychology for other sciences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychologism",1,1,2 ], "sciences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychologism",1,1,2 ], "the belief that psychology is the basis for all other natural and social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychologize",1,1,1 ], "to make interpretations of behaviour and mental processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychologize",1,1,2 ], "to carry out investigation in the field of psychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of all forms of human and animal behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychology",1,1,2 ], "act in the way he does" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychology",1,1,2 ], "the mental make-up or structure of an individual that causes him to think or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychol|",1,1,1 ], "psychological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychol|",1,1,2 ], "psychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychometrics",1,1,1 ], "tests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychometrics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of psychology concerned with the design and use of psychological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychometrics",1,1,2 ], "testing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychometrics",1,1,2 ], "the application of statistical and mathematical techniques to psychological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychometry",1,1,1 ], "measurement and testing of mental states and processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychometry",1,1,2 ], "(in parapsychology) the supposed ability to deduce facts about events by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychometry",1,1,2 ], "touching objects related to them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychomotor",1,1,1 ], "mental activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychomotor",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing movements of the body associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychoneurosis",1,1,1 ], "another word for neurosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychopath",1,1,1 ], "a person afflicted with a personality disorder characterized by a tendency to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychopath",1,1,1 ], "acts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "psychopath",1,1,1 ], "commit antisocial and sometimes violent acts and a failure to feel guilt for such" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychopathic personality",1,1,1 ], "an antisocial personality characterized by the failure to develop any sense of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychopathic personality",1,1,1 ], "moral responsibility and the capability of performing violent or antisocial acts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychopathology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of mental disorders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychopathy",1,1,1 ], "another name for psychopathic personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychopathy",1,1,2 ], "any mental disorder or disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychopharmacology",1,1,1 ], "the study of drugs that affect the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychophysics",1,1,1 ], "stimuli and the effects they produce in the organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychophysics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of psychology concerned with the relationship between physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychophysiology",1,1,1 ], "processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychophysiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of psychology concerned with the physiological basis of mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychosexual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the mental aspects of sex, such as sexual fantasies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychosis",1,1,1 ], "any form of severe mental disorder in which the individual's contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychosis",1,1,1 ], "reality becomes highly distorted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychosocial",1,1,1 ], "in origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychosocial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to processes or factors that are both social and psychological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychosomatic",1,1,1 ], "aggravated by psychological stress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychosomatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to disorders, such as stomach ulcers, thought to be caused or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychosurgery",1,1,1 ], "any surgical procedure on the brain, such as a frontal lobotomy, to relieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychosurgery",1,1,1 ], "serious mental disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychotechnics",1,1,1 ], "of human behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychotechnics",1,1,1 ], "the use of psychological knowledge and methods in the modification and control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychotherapy",1,1,1 ], "disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the use of psychological (as opposed to physical) methods to treat mental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychotic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by psychosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychotic",1,2,1 ], "a person suffering from psychosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychotomimetic",1,1,1 ], "(of drugs such as LSD and mescaline) capable of inducing psychotic symptoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychotropic",1,1,1 ], "another word for psychoactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychro-",1,1,1 ], "cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychrometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of hygrometer consisting of two thermometers, one of which has a dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psychrometer",1,1,1 ], "bulb and the other a bulb that is kept moist and ventilated| The difference between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "psychrometer",1,1,1 ], "the readings of the thermometers gives an indication of atmospheric humidity" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "psychrophilic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of bacteria) showing optimum growth at low temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psych|",1,1,1 ], "psychological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psych|",1,1,2 ], "psychology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psyllid",1,1,1 ], "any homopterous insect of the family Psyllidae, which comprises the jumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "psyllid",1,1,1 ], "plant lice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ps|",1,1,1 ], "pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt",1,1,1 ], "a smooth rich paste made from the liver of a specially fattened goose," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt",1,1,1 ], "a spread of very finely minced liver, poultry, etc|, served usually as an hors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt",1,1,1 ], "considered a great delicacy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pt",1,1,1 ], "d'oeuvre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pt",1,1,2 ], "a savoury pie of meat or fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptarmigan",1,1,1 ], "any of several arctic and subarctic grouse of the genus Lagopus, esp| L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptarmigan",1,1,1 ], "mutus, which has a white winter plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ptarmigan",1,1,2 ], "a created domestic fancy pigeon with ruffled or curled feathers on the wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptarmigan",1,1,2 ], "and back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pta|",1,1,1 ], "peseta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pteridology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of botany concerned with the study of ferns and related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pteridophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the division Pteridophyta, reproducing by spores and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pteridophyte",1,1,1 ], "mosses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pteridophyte",1,1,1 ], "vascular tissue, roots, stems, and leaves: includes the ferns, horsetails, and club" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pteridosperm",1,1,1 ], "any extinct seed-producing fernlike plant of the group Pteridospermae| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pteridosperm",1,1,1 ], "called: seed fern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ptero-",1,1,1 ], "wing, feather, or a part resembling a wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pterodactyl",1,1,1 ], "any extinct flying reptile of the genus Pterodactylus and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pterodactyl",1,1,1 ], "having membranous wings supported on an elongated fourth digit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pteropod",1,1,1 ], "any small marine gastropod mollusc of the group or order Pteropoda, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pteropod",1,1,1 ], "or thin-walled" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pteropod",1,1,1 ], "the foot is expanded into two winglike lobes for swimming and the shell is absent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pterosaur",1,1,1 ], "Cretaceous times: included the pterodactyls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pterosaur",1,1,1 ], "any extinct flying reptile of the order Pterosauria, of Jurassic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pterygoid process",1,1,1 ], "either of two long bony plates extending downwards from each side of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pterygoid process",1,1,1 ], "sphenoid bone within the skull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pteryla",1,1,1 ], "any of the tracts of skin that bear contour feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptg|",1,1,1 ], "printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptisan",1,1,1 ], "grape juice drained off without pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptisan",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of tisane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptochocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by the poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptomaine poisoning",1,1,1 ], "a popular term for food poisoning|Ptomaines were once erroneously thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptomaine poisoning",1,1,1 ], "be a cause of food poisoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ptomaine",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of amines, such as cadaverine or putrescine, formed by decaying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptomaine",1,1,1 ], "organic matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ptosis",1,1,1 ], "prolapse or drooping of a part, esp| the eyelid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pts|",1,1,1 ], "parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pts|",1,1,2 ], "payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pts|",1,1,3 ], "pints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pts|",1,1,4 ], "points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pts|",1,1,5 ], "ports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptyalin",1,1,1 ], "an amylase secreted in the saliva of man and other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ptyalism",1,1,1 ], "excessive secretion of saliva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pty|",1,1,1 ], "proprietary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt|",1,1,1 ], "part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt|",1,1,2 ], "patient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt|",1,1,3 ], "payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt|",1,1,4 ], "pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt|",1,1,5 ], "point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt|",1,1,6 ], "port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pt|",1,1,7 ], "preterite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pub" ,1, 1, 1],"a building with a bar and one or more public rooms licensed for the sale and",1). c_DEF([ "pub" ,1, 1, 1],"consumption of alcoholic drink, often also providing light meals| Formal name: public",2). c_DEF([ "pub" ,1, 1, 1],"house",3). c_DEF([ "pub" ,1, 1, 2],"a hotel",1). c_DEF([ "pub" ,1, 2, 1],"to visit a pub or pubs (esp| in the phrase go pubbing)",1). c_DEF([ "pub-crawl",1,1,1 ], "a drinking tour of a number of pubs or bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pub-crawl",1,2,1 ], "to make such a tour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puberty",1,1,1 ], "functional and the secondary sexual characteristics emerge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puberty",1,1,1 ], "the period at the beginning of adolescence when the sex glands become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puberulent",1,1,1 ], "covered with very fine down; finely pubescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubes",1,1,1 ], "of puberty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pubes",1,1,1 ], "the region above the external genital organs, covered with hair from the time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubes",1,1,2 ], "pubic hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubes",1,1,3 ], "the pubic bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubes",1,1,4 ], "the plural of pubis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubescent",1,1,1 ], "arriving or having arrived at puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubescent",1,1,2 ], "(of certain plants and animals or their parts) covered with a layer of fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubescent",1,1,2 ], "short hairs or down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pubic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the pubes or pubis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pubis",1,1,1 ], "one of the three sections of the hipbone that forms part of the pelvis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public assistance",1,1,1 ], "payment given to individuals by government agencies on the basis of need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public company",1,1,1 ], "a limited company whose shares may be purchased by the public and traded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public company",1,1,1 ], "freely on the open market" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public convenience",1,1,1 ], "a public lavatory, esp| one in a public place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public debt",1,1,1 ], "nation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public debt",1,1,1 ], "the total financial obligations incurred by all governmental bodies of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public debt",1,1,2 ], "another name for national debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public defender",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a lawyer engaged at public expense to represent indigent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public defender",1,1,1 ], "defendants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public domain",1,1,1 ], "lands owned by a state or by the federal government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public domain",1,1,2 ], "freely used by the public" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "public domain",1,1,2 ], "has expired or which has not been patented or subject to copyright| It may thus be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public domain",1,1,2 ], "the status of a published work or invention upon which the copyright or patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public enemy",1,1,1 ], "a notorious person, such as a criminal, who is regarded as a menace to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public enemy",1,1,1 ], "public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public enterprise",1,1,1 ], "economic activity by governmental organizations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public gallery",1,1,1 ], "the gallery in a chamber of Parliament reserved for members of the public who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public gallery",1,1,1 ], "wish to listen to the proceedings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public house",1,1,1 ], "the formal name for pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public house",1,1,2 ], "an inn, tavern, or small hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public law",1,1,1 ], "a law that applies to the public of a state or nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public lending right",1,1,1 ], "public libraries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public lending right",1,1,1 ], "the right of authors to receive payment when their books are borrowed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public nuisance",1,1,1 ], "an illegal act causing harm to members of a particular community rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public nuisance",1,1,1 ], "to any individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public nuisance",1,1,2 ], "a person who is generally considered objectionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public opinion",1,1,1 ], "government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public opinion",1,1,1 ], "the attitude of the public, esp| as a factor in determining the actions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public prosecutor",1,1,1 ], "an official in charge of prosecuting important cases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public relations",1,1,1,1 ], "image among the public towards an institution, public body, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public relations",1,1,1,1 ], "the practice of creating, promoting, or maintaining good will and a favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public relations",1,1,1,2 ], "the methods and techniques employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public relations",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public relations",1,1,2 ], "the condition of the relationship between an organization and the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public relations",1,1,3 ], "relationship between an organization and the public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public relations",1,1,3 ], "the professional staff employed to create, promote, or maintain a favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public school",1,1,1 ], "a private independent fee-paying secondary school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public school",1,1,2 ], "any school that is part of a free local educational system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public servant",1,1,1 ], "an elected or appointed holder of a public office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public service",1,1,1,1 ], "a service provided for the community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public service",1,1,1,1 ], "government employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public service",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public service",1,1,1,2 ], "civil service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public service",1,1,1,2 ], "the management and administration of the affairs of a political unit, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public utility",1,1,1 ], "an enterprise concerned with the provision to the public of essentials, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public utility",1,1,1 ], "as electricity or water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public works",1,1,1 ], "engineering projects and other constructions, financed and undertaken by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public works",1,1,1 ], "government for the community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerning the people as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,2 ], "open or accessible to all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,3 ], "performed or made openly or in the view of all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,4 ], "well-known or familiar to people in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,5 ], "maintained at the expense of, serving, or for the use of a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,6 ], "open, acknowledged, or notorious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,7 ], "go public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,1,8 ], "(of a private company) to issue shares for subscription by the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,2,1 ], "the community or people in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,2,2 ], "a part or section of the community grouped because of a common interest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public",1,2,2 ], "activity, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public-address system",1,1,1 ], "a system of one or more microphones, amplifiers, and loudspeakers for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public-address system",1,1,1 ], "etc| Sometimes shortened to PA system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "public-address system",1,1,1 ], "increasing the sound level of speech or music, used in auditoriums, public gatherings," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public-service corporation",1,1,1 ], "a private corporation that provides services to the community, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "public-service corporation",1,1,1 ], "telephone service, public transport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public-spirited",1,1,1 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "public-spirited",1,1,1 ], "having or showing active interest in public welfare or the good of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publican",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a person who keeps a public house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publican",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Rome) a public contractor, esp| one who farmed the taxes of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publican",1,1,2 ], "province" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "publication",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of publishing a printed work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publication",1,1,2 ], "any printed work offered for sale or distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publication",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of making information public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publication",1,1,4 ], "the act of disseminating defamatory matter, esp| by communicating it to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publication",1,1,4 ], "third person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "publicist",1,1,1 ], "a person who publicizes something, esp| a press or publicity agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicist",1,1,2 ], "a journalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicist",1,1,3 ], "a person learned in public or international law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicity",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|, as by the use of the mass media" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "publicity",1,1,1,1 ], "the technique or process of attracting public attention to people, products," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicity",1,1,1,2 ], "(as modifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicity",1,1,2 ], "process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "publicity",1,1,2 ], "public interest resulting from information supplied by such a technique or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicity",1,1,3 ], "information used to draw public attention to people, products, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicity",1,1,4 ], "the state of being public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicize",1,1,1 ], "to bring to public notice advertise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicly",1,1,1 ], "in a public manner; without concealment; openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publicly",1,1,2 ], "in the name or with the consent of the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publish",1,1,1 ], "to produce and issue (printed matter) for distribution and sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publish",1,2,1 ], "to have one's written work issued for publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publish",1,3,1 ], "to announce formally or in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publish",1,4,1 ], "to communicate (defamatory matter) to someone other than the person defamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publisher",1,1,1 ], "a company or person engaged in publishing periodicals, books, music, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publisher",1,1,2 ], "the proprietor of a newspaper or his representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publ|",1,1,1 ], "publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publ|",1,1,2 ], "published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "publ|",1,1,3 ], "publisher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pub|",1,1,1 ], "public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pub|",1,1,2 ], "publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pub|",1,1,3 ], "published" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pub|",1,1,4 ], "publisher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pub|",1,1,5 ], "publishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puccoon",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American boraginaceous plants of the genus Lithospermum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puccoon",1,1,1 ], "esp| L| canescens, that yield a red dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puccoon",1,1,2 ], "any of several other plants that yield a reddish dye, esp| the bloodroot (red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puccoon",1,1,2 ], "puccoon)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puccoon",1,1,3 ], "the dye from any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puce",1,1,1,1 ], "a colour varying from deep red to dark purplish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puce",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puck",1,1,1 ], "a small disc of hard rubber used in ice hockey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puck",2,1,1 ], "a mischievous or evil spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pucka",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of pukka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pucker",1,1,1 ], "to gather or contract (a soft surface such as the skin of the face) into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pucker",1,1,1 ], "wrinkles or folds, or (of such a surface) to be so gathered or contracted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pucker",1,2,1 ], "a wrinkle, crease, or irregular fold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudding club",1,1,1 ], "the state of being pregnant (esp| in the phrase in the pudding club)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudding stone",1,1,1 ], "a conglomerate rock in which there is a difference in colour and composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudding stone",1,1,1 ], "between the pebbles and the matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pudding",1,1,1 ], "a sweetened usually cooked dessert made in many forms and of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudding",1,1,1 ], "ingredients, such as flour, milk, and eggs, with fruit, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pudding",1,1,2 ], "a savoury dish, usually soft and consisting partially of pastry or batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudding",1,1,3 ], "the dessert course in a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudding",1,1,4 ], "a sausage-like mass of seasoned minced meat, oatmeal, etc|, stuffed into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudding",1,1,4 ], "prepared skin or bag and boiled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,1,1 ], "a small pool of water, esp| of rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,1,2 ], "a small pool of any liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,1,3 ], "a worked mixture of wet clay and sand that is impervious to water and is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,1,3 ], "to line a pond or canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,1,4 ], "stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,1,4 ], "the patch of eddying water left by the blade of an oar after completion of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,2,1 ], "to make (clay, etc|) into puddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puddle",1,2,2 ], "to subject (iron) to puddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puddling",1,1,1 ], "a process for converting pig iron into wrought iron by heating it with ferric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puddling",1,1,1 ], "oxide in a furnace to oxidize the carbon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puddling",1,1,2 ], "the process of making a puddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudency",1,1,1 ], "modesty, shame, or prudishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudendum",1,1,1 ], "the human external genital organs collectively, esp| of a female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudgy",1,1,1 ], "pudgier, pudgiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pudgy",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of podgy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pueblo",1,1,1 ], "a communal village, built by certain Indians of the southwestern U|S| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pueblo",1,1,1 ], "parts of Latin America, consisting of one or more flat-roofed stone or adobe houses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pueblo",1,1,2 ], "(in Spanish America) a village or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pueblo",1,1,3 ], "(in the Philippines) a town or township" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerile",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting or characteristic of silliness; immature; trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerile",1,1,2 ], "of or characteristic of a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerilism",1,1,1 ], "immature or childish behaviour by an adult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerperal fever",1,1,1 ], "a serious, formerly widespread, form of blood poisoning caused by infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerperal fever",1,1,1 ], "contracted during childbirth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puerperal psychosis",1,1,1 ], "a mental disorder sometimes occurring in women after childbirth, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerperal psychosis",1,1,1 ], "by deep depression, delusions of the child's death, and homicidal feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puerperal psychosis",1,1,1 ], "towards the child" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "puerperal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring during the puerperium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerperium",1,1,1 ], "the period following childbirth, lasting approximately six weeks, during which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puerperium",1,1,1 ], "the uterus returns to its normal size and shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff adder",1,1,1 ], "a large African viper, Bitis arietans, that is yellowish-grey with brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff adder",1,1,1 ], "markings and inflates its body when alarmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff adder",1,1,2 ], "another name for hognose snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff pastry",1,1,1 ], "a dough used for making a rich flaky pastry for pies, rich pastries, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,1 ], "a short quick draught, gust, or emission, as of wind, smoke, air, etc|, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,1 ], "forceful one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,10 ], "a loose piece of hair wound into a cylindrical roll, usually over a pad, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,10 ], "pinned in place in a coiffure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,11 ], "a less common word for quilt ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,12 ], "one's breath (esp| in the phrase out of puff)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,13 ], "a male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,14 ], "a dialect word for puffball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,2 ], "the amount of wind, smoke, etc|, released in a puff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,3 ], "the sound made by or associated with a puff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,4 ], "an instance of inhaling and expelling the breath as in smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,5 ], "a swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,6 ], "a light aerated pastry usually filled with cream, jam, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,7 ], "a powder puff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,8 ], "advertisement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,8 ], "exaggerated praise, as of a book, product, etc|, esp| through an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,9 ], "a piece of clothing fabric gathered up so as to bulge in the centre while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,1,9 ], "being held together at the edges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,2,1 ], "blasts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,2,1 ], "to blow or breathe or cause to blow or breathe in short quick draughts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,3,1 ], "to cause to be out of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,3,2 ], "to take puffs or draws at (a cigarette, cigar, or pipe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,3,3 ], "to move with or by the emission of puffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,3,4 ], "(often foll| by up, out, etc|) to swell, as with air, pride, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,4,1 ], "to praise with exaggerated empty words, often in advertising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,5,1 ], "to apply (cosmetic powder) from a powder puff to (the face)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,5,2 ], "false bids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puff",1,5,2 ], "to increase the price of (a lot) artificially by having an accomplice make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puff-puff",1,1,1 ], "a children's name for a steam locomotive or railway train" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffball",1,1,1 ], "Lycoperdon, having a round fruiting body that discharges a cloud of brown spores when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puffball",1,1,1 ], "any of various basidiomycetous saprophytic fungi of the genera Calvatia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffball",1,1,1 ], "mature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "puffbird",1,1,1 ], "any of various brownish tropical American birds of the family Bucconidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffbird",1,1,1 ], "having a large head: order Piciformes (woodpeckers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puffer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that puffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffer",1,1,2 ], "any marine plectognath fish of the family Tetraodontidae, having an elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffer",1,1,2 ], "spiny body that can be inflated to form a globe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puffery",1,1,1 ], "exaggerated praise, esp| in publicity or advertising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffin",1,1,1 ], "any of various northern diving birds of the family Alcidae (auks, etc|), esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffin",1,1,1 ], "genera Fratercula arctica , having a black-and-white plumage and a brightly coloured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puffin",1,1,1 ], "vertically flattened bill: order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "puffy",1,1,1 ], "puffier, puffiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffy",1,1,2 ], "short of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffy",1,1,3 ], "swollen or bloated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffy",1,1,4 ], "pompous or conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puffy",1,1,5 ], "blowing in gusts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pug nose",1,1,1 ], "a short stubby upturned nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pug",1,1,1 ], "a small compact breed of dog with a smooth coat, lightly curled tail, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pug",1,1,1 ], "short wrinkled nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pug",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) to mix or knead (clay) with water to form a malleable mass or paste," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pug",2,1,1 ], "often in a pug mill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pug",2,1,2 ], "to fill or stop with clay or a similar substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pug",3,1,1 ], "a slang name for boxer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pugging",1,1,1 ], "flooring and ceiling to reduce the transmission of sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pugging",1,1,1 ], "material such as clay, mortar, sawdust, sand, etc|, inserted between wooden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puggree",1,1,1 ], "the usual Indian word for turban" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puggree",1,1,2 ], "a scarf, usually pleated, around the crown of some hats, esp| sun helmets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pugilism",1,1,1 ], "the art, practice, or profession of fighting with the fists; boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pugnacious",1,1,1 ], "readily disposed to fight; belligerent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puisne",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a subordinate judge) of lower rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puissance",1,1,1 ], "a competition in show jumping that tests a horse's ability to jump a limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puissance",1,1,1 ], "number of large obstacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puissance",1,1,2 ], "power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puissant",1,1,1 ], "powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puke",1,1,1 ], "to vomit (matter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puke",1,2,1 ], "the act of vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puke",1,2,2 ], "the matter vomited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pukka",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in India) properly or perfectly done, constructed, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pul",1,1,1 ], "an Afghan monetary unit worth one hundredth of an afghani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulchritude",1,1,1 ], "physical beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pule",1,1,1 ], "to cry plaintively whimper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull about",1,1,1 ], "to handle roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull back" ,1, 1, 1],"to return or be returned to a rearward position by pulling",1). c_DEF([ "pull back" ,1, 2, 1],"the act of pulling back",1). c_DEF([ "pull back" ,1, 2, 2],"a device for restraining the motion of a mechanism, etc|, or for returning it",1). c_DEF([ "pull back" ,1, 2, 2],"to its original position",2). c_DEF([ "pull down",1,1,1 ], "to destroy or demolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 1, 1],"to reach a destination",1). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"to draw in to the side of the road in order to stop or to allow another",1). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"vehicle to pass",2). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"to stop (at a caf'e, lay-by, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 2, 2],"(of a motor vehicle, driver, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 3, 1],"to draw or attract",1). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 4, 1],"to arrest",1). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 5, 1],"to earn or gain (money)",1). c_DEF([ "pull in" ,1, 6, 2],"a roadside caf''e, esp| for lorry drivers",1). c_DEF([ "pull off",1,1,1 ], "to remove (clothing) forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull off",1,1,2 ], "to succeed in performing (a difficult feat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull on",1,1,1 ], "to don (clothing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 1, 1],"to extract",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 2, 1],"to depart",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 2, 2],"situation",2). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 2, 2],"to withdraw or escape or be withdrawn or rescued, as from a difficult",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 3, 1, 1],"to draw away from the side of the road",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 3, 1, 2],"to draw out from behind another vehicle to overtake",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 3, 1],"(of a motor vehicle, driver, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 4, 1],"to abandon a position or situation, esp| a dangerous or embarrassing one",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 4, 2],"(foll| by of) to level out or cause to level out (from a dive)",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 5, 2],"an extra leaf of a book that folds out",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 5, 3],"a removable section of a magazine, etc",1). c_DEF([ "pull out" ,1, 5, 4],"a flight manoeuvre during which an aircraft levels out after a dive",1). c_DEF([ "pull through",1,1,1 ], "illness or crisis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pull through",1,1,1 ], "to survive or recover or cause to survive or recover, esp| after a serious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull together",1,1,1 ], "to cooperate or work harmoniously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull together",1,1,2 ], "pull oneself together| Informal| to regain one's self-control or composure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull up",1,1,1 ], "to remove by the roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull up",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by with or on) to move level (with) or ahead (of) or cause to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull up",1,1,2 ], "move level (with) or ahead (of), esp| in a race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pull up",1,1,3 ], "to stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull up",1,2,1 ], "to rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,1 ], "force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,1 ], "to exert force on (an object) so as to draw it towards the source of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,10 ], "to attract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,2 ], "to exert force on so as to remove; extract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,3 ], "to strip of feathers, hair, etc|; pluck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,4 ], "to draw the entrails from (a fowl)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,5 ], "to rend or tear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,6 ], "to strain (a muscle, ligament, or tendon) injuriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,7 ], "(usually foll| by off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,8 ], "to perform or bring about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,1,9 ], "(often foll| by on) to draw out (a weapon) for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,1 ], "to drink or inhale deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,10 ], "(of a rider) to restrain (a horse), esp| to prevent it from winning a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,2 ], "to put on or make (a grimace)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,3 ], "(also intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,4 ], "foll by away, out, over, etc|) to move (a vehicle) or (of a vehicle) be moved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,4 ], "in a specified manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,5 ], "to take (a proof) from type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,6 ], "intended to hit it (to the left for a right-handed player)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,6 ], "to hit (a ball) so that it veers away from the direction in which the player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,7 ], "to hit (a ball pitched straight or on the off side) to the leg side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,8 ], "to row (a boat) or take a stroke of (an oar) in rowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,2,9 ], "to be rowed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,1 ], "(of a horse) to resist strongly the attempts of a rider to rein in or check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,2 ], "pull a fast one| Slang| to play a sly trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,3 ], "pull apart or to pieces| to criticize harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,4 ], "pull your head in| Austral| informal| be quiet!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,5 ], "pull punches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,5,1 ], "Boxing| to restrain the force of one's blows, esp| when deliberately losing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,5,1 ], "after being bribed, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,5,2 ], "Informal| to restrain the force of one's criticisms or actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,6 ], "pull one's weight| Informal| to do a fair or proper share of a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,7 ], "pull strings| Brit| informal| to exercise personal influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,3,8 ], "pull leg| Informal| to make fun of or tease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,1 ], "an act or an instance of pulling or being pulled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,10 ], "the act of pulling the ball in golf, cricket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,11 ], "the act of checking or reining in a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,12 ], "the amount of resistance in a bowstring, trigger, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,2 ], "the force or effort used in pulling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,3 ], "the act or an instance of taking in drink or smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,4 ], "a proof taken from type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,5 ], "something used for pulling, such as a knob or handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,6 ], "special advantage or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,7 ], "the power to attract attention or support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,8 ], "a period of rowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pull",1,4,9 ], "a single stroke of an oar in rowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pullet",1,1,1 ], "a young hen of the domestic fowl, less than one year old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulley",1,1,1 ], "a wheel with a grooved rim in which a rope, chain, or belt can run in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulley",1,1,1 ], "change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulley",1,1,2 ], "a number of such wheels pivoted in parallel in a block, used to raise heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulley",1,1,2 ], "loads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulley",1,1,3 ], "a wheel with a flat, convex, or grooved rim mounted on a shaft and driven by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulley",1,1,3 ], "or driving a belt passing around it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pullorum disease",1,1,1 ], "an acute serious bacterial disease of very young birds, esp| chickens," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pullorum disease",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a whitish diarrhoea: caused by Salmonella pullorum, transmitted during egg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pullorum disease",1,1,1 ], "production" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pullover",1,1,1 ], "a garment, esp| a sweater, that is pulled on over the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pullulate",1,1,1 ], "(of animals, etc|) to breed rapidly or abundantly; teem; swarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pullulate",1,1,2 ], "(of plants or plant parts) to sprout, bud, or germinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonary artery",1,1,1 ], "either of the two arteries that convey oxygen-depleted blood from the heart to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonary artery",1,1,1 ], "the lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonary vein",1,1,1 ], "any one of the four veins that convey oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonary vein",1,1,1 ], "heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonary",1,1,1 ], "of, or relating to or affecting the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonary",1,1,2 ], "having lungs or lunglike organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonate",1,1,1 ], "having lungs or lunglike organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonate",1,1,2 ], "adapted as a lung" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonate",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Pulmonata, a mostly terrestrial subclass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonate",1,1,2 ], "or order of gastropod molluscs, including snails and slugs, in which the mantle is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonate",1,2,1 ], "any pulmonate mollusc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the lungs; pulmonary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonic",1,2,1,1 ], "a person with lung disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulmonic",1,2,1,2 ], "a drug or remedy for lung disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,1 ], "soft or fleshy plant tissue, such as the succulent part of a fleshy fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,2 ], "a moist mixture of cellulose fibres, as obtained from wood, from which paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,2 ], "is made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,3 ], "a magazine or book containing trite or sensational material, and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,3 ], "printed on cheap rough paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,4 ], "the soft innermost part of a tooth, containing nerves and blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,5 ], "any soft soggy mass or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,1,6 ], "pulverized ore, esp| when mixed with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,2,1 ], "be reduced to pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,2,1 ], "to reduce (a material or solid substance) to pulp or (of a material, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulp",1,3,1 ], "to remove the pulp from (fruit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpit",1,1,1 ], "a raised platform, usually surrounded by a barrier, set up in churches as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpit",1,1,1 ], "appointed place for preaching, leading in prayer, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulpit",1,1,2 ], "any similar raised structure, such as a lectern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpit",1,1,3 ], "a medium for expressing an opinion, such as a column in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpit",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpit",1,1,4,1 ], "the preaching of the Christian message" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpit",1,1,4,2 ], "the clergy or their message and influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpwood",1,1,1 ], "pine, spruce, or any other soft wood used to make paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpy",1,1,1 ], "pulpier, pulpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulpy",1,1,2 ], "having a soft or soggy consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulque",1,1,1 ], "a light alcoholic drink from Mexico made from the juice of various agave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulque",1,1,1 ], "plants, esp| the maguey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulsar",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of very small extremely dense stars first discovered in 1967," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsar",1,1,1 ], "waves| They are thought to be neutron stars formed during supernova explosions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pulsar",1,1,1 ], "which rotate very fast emitting regular pulses of polarized radiation, esp| radio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulsate",1,1,1 ], "to expand and contract with a rhythmical beat; throb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsate",1,1,2 ], "to vary in intensity, magnitude, size, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsate",1,1,3 ], "to quiver or vibrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsatile",1,1,1 ], "beating rhythmically; pulsating or throbbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsating star",1,1,1 ], "a type of variable star, the variation in brightness resulting from expansion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsating star",1,1,1 ], "and subsequent contraction of the star" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulsation",1,1,1 ], "the act of pulsating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsation",1,1,2 ], "a rhythmic beating or pulsing esp| of the heart or an artery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsator",1,1,1 ], "a device that stimulates rhythmic motion of a body; a vibrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsator",1,1,2 ], "any pulsating machine, device, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsatory",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to pulsation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsatory",1,1,2 ], "throbbing or pulsating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse height analyser",1,1,1 ], "a multichannel analyser that sorts pulses into selected amplitude ranges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse modulation",1,1,1 ], "a type of modulation in which a train of pulses is used as the carrier wave," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse modulation",1,1,1 ], "one or more of its parameters, such as amplitude, being modulated or modified in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulse modulation",1,1,1 ], "order to carry information" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pulse modulation",1,1,2 ], "the modulation of a continuous carrier wave by means of pulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,1 ], "a recurrent rhythmical series of beats, waves, vibrations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,1 ], "a transient sharp change in voltage, current, or some other quantity normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,1 ], "constant in a system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,1 ], "heart, often discernible to the touch at points such as the wrists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,1 ], "the rhythmical contraction and expansion of an artery at each beat of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,2 ], "a single pulsation of the heart or arteries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,2 ], "any single beat, wave, etc|, in such a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,2 ], "intervals and having a characteristic geometric shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,2 ], "one of a series of such transient disturbances, usually recurring at regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,2 ], "bustle, vitality, or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,3 ], "the feelings or thoughts of a group or society as they can be measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,1,4 ], "keep one's finger on the pulse| to be well-informed about current events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",1,2,1 ], "to beat, throb, or vibrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",2,1,1 ], "and lentils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",2,1,1 ], "the edible seeds of any of several papilionaceous plants, such as peas, beans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulse",2,1,2 ], "the plant producing any of these seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsejet",1,1,1 ], "a type of ramjet engine in which air is admitted through movable vanes that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulsejet",1,1,1 ], "are closed by the pressure resulting from each intermittent explosion of the fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulsejet",1,1,1 ], "in the combustion chamber, thus causing a pulsating thrust" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pulsimeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the strength and rate of the pulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulverable",1,1,1 ], "able to be pulverized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulverize",1,1,1 ], "a substance) to be so reduced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pulverize",1,1,1 ], "to reduce (a substance) to fine particles, as by crushing or grinding, or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulverize",1,2,1 ], "to destroy completely; defeat or injure seriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulverulent",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, covered with, or crumbling to dust or fine particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulvillus",1,1,1 ], "a small pad between the claws at the end of an insect's leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulvinate",1,1,1 ], "(of a frieze) curved convexly having a swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulvinate",1,1,1,1 ], "shaped like a cushion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulvinate",1,1,1,2 ], "(of a leafstalk) having a pulvinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulvinus",1,1,1 ], "a swelling at the base of a leafstalk: changes in its turgor pressure cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pulvinus",1,1,1 ], "changes in the position of the leaf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puma",1,1,1 ], "a large American feline mammal, Felis concolor, that resembles a lion, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puma",1,1,1 ], "a plain greyish-brown coat and long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pumice",1,1,1 ], "a light porous acid volcanic rock having the composition of rhyolite, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumice",1,1,1 ], "scouring and, in powdered form, as an abrasive and for polishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pumice",1,2,1 ], "to rub or polish with pumice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pummel",1,1,1 ], "to strike repeatedly with or as if with the fists|Also (less common): pommel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump gun",1,1,1 ], "a repeating gun operated by a slide-action mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump priming",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of introducing fluid into a pump to improve the sealing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump priming",1,1,1 ], "the pump parts on starting and to expel air from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pump priming",1,1,2 ], "depressed areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pump priming",1,1,2 ], "government expenditure designed to stimulate economic activity in stagnant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,1,1 ], "any device for compressing, driving, raising, or reducing the pressure of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,1,1 ], "fluid, esp| by means of a piston or set of rotating impellers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,2,1 ], "(air, liquid, etc|, esp| into or from something) with a pump or similar device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, usually foll| by from, out, into, away, etc|) to raise or drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,3,1 ], "to supply in large amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,4,1 ], "to deliver (shots, bullets, etc|) repeatedly with great force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,4,2 ], "something) to work in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,4,2 ], "to operate (something, esp| a handle or lever) in the manner of a pump or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,5,1 ], "to obtain (information) from (a person) by persistent questioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",1,6,1 ], "(of liquids) to flow freely in large spurts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",2,1,1 ], "a low-cut low-heeled shoe without fastenings, worn esp| for dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pump",2,1,2 ], "a type of shoe with a rubber sole, used in games such as tennis; plimsoll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumpernickel",1,1,1 ], "a slightly sour black bread, originating in Germany, made of coarse rye flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkin",1,1,1 ], "any of several creeping cucurbitaceous plants of the genus Cucurbita, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkin",1,1,1 ], "pepo of North America and C| maxima of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkin",1,1,1,1 ], "pulpy flesh, and numerous seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkin",1,1,1,1 ], "the large round fruit of any of these plants, which has a thick orange rind," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkinseed",1,1,1 ], "the seed of the pumpkin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkinseed",1,1,2 ], "a common North American freshwater sunfish, Lepomis gibbosus, with brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pumpkinseed",1,1,2 ], "coloured markings: family Centrarchidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pun" ,1, 1, 1],"meaning, usually for humorous effect; a play on words| An example is",2). c_DEF([ "pun" ,1, 1, 1],"the use of words or phrases to exploit ambiguities and innuendoes in their",1). c_DEF([ "pun" ,1, 1, 2],"(Thomas Hood)",1). c_DEF([ "pun",2,1,1 ], "to pack (earth, rubble, etc|) by pounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puna",1,1,1 ], "a high cold dry plateau, esp| in the Andes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puna",1,1,2 ], "another name for mountain sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punce",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punce",1,2,1 ], "to kick, beat, or hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punce",1,3,1 ], "a kick or punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch line",1,1,1 ], "or dramatic point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punch line",1,1,1 ], "the culminating part of a joke, funny story, etc|, that gives it its humorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,1,1 ], "to strike blows at, esp| with a clenched fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,2,1 ], "to herd or drive (cattle), esp| for a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,3,1 ], "to poke or prod with a stick or similar object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,4,1 ], "a blow with the fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,4,2 ], "telling force, point, or vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,4,3 ], "pull punches| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,4,3,1 ], "to lessen the weight of one's blows purposely, as in theatrical fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",1,4,3,2 ], "to soften one's criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,1 ], "a tool or machine for piercing holes in a material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,2 ], "any of various tools used for knocking a bolt, rivet, etc|, out of a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,3 ], "a tool or machine used for stamping a design on something or shaping it by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,3 ], "impact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,4 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,4 ], "the solid die of a punching machine for cutting, stamping, or shaping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,5 ], "a device, such as a card punch or tape punch, used for making holes in a card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,5 ], "or paper tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,1,6 ], "see centre punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",2,2,1 ], "to pierce, cut, stamp, shape, or drive with a punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",3,1,1 ], "any mixed drink containing fruit juice and, usually, alcoholic liquor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch",3,1,1 ], "generally hot and spiced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punch-drunk",1,1,1 ], "demonstrating or characteristic of the behaviour of a person who has suffered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch-drunk",1,1,1 ], "repeated blows to the head, esp| a professional boxer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punch-drunk",1,1,2 ], "dazed; stupefied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punch-up",1,1,1 ], "a fight, brawl, or violent argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchball",1,1,1 ], "a stuffed or inflated ball or bag, either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchball",1,1,1 ], "suspended or supported by a flexible rod, that is punched for exercise, esp| boxing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punchball",1,1,1 ], "training" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "punchball",1,1,2 ], "a game resembling baseball in which a light ball is struck with the fist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchboard",1,1,1 ], "a board full of holes into which numbers on pieces of paper have been pushed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchboard",1,1,1 ], "which a player attempts to push out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punchbowl",1,1,1 ], "a large bowl for serving punch, lemonade, etc|, usually with a ladle and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchbowl",1,1,1 ], "having small drinking glasses hooked around the rim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punchbowl",1,1,2 ], "a bowl-shaped depression in the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punched card",1,1,1 ], "a card on which data can be coded in the form of punched holes| In computing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punched card",1,1,1 ], "representing one character| Sometimes shortened to card" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "punched card",1,1,1 ], "there are usually 80 columns and 12 rows, each column containing a pattern of holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punched tape" ,1, 1, 1],"other terms for ,paper tape",1). c_DEF([ "puncheon",1,1,1 ], "a large cask of variable capacity, usually between 70 and 120 gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncheon",1,1,2 ], "the volume of such a cask used as a liquid measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncheon",2,1,1 ], "a short wooden post that is used as a vertical strut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncheon",2,1,2 ], "a less common name for punch ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchy",1,1,1 ], "punchier, punchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchy",1,1,2 ], "an informal word for punch-drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punchy",1,1,3 ], "incisive or forceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctate",1,1,1 ], "having or marked with minute spots, holes, or depressions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctilio",1,1,1 ], "strict attention to minute points of etiquette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctilio",1,1,2 ], "a petty formality or fine point of etiquette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctilious",1,1,1 ], "paying scrupulous attention to correctness in etiquette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctilious",1,1,2 ], "attentive to detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctual",1,1,1 ], "arriving or taking place at an arranged time; prompt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctual",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) having the characteristic of always keeping to arranged times," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctual",1,1,2 ], "as for appointments, meetings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punctual",1,1,3 ], "precise; exact; apposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctual",1,1,4 ], "consisting of or confined to a point in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctuate",1,1,1 ], "to insert punctuation marks into (a written text)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctuate",1,1,2 ], "to interrupt or insert at frequent intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctuate",1,1,3 ], "to give emphasis to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctuation mark",1,1,1 ], "any of the signs used in punctuation, such as a comma or question mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctuation",1,1,1 ], "indicate aspects of the intonation and meaning not otherwise conveyed in the written" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punctuation",1,1,1 ], "language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "punctuation",1,1,1 ], "the use of symbols not belonging to the alphabet of a writing system to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctuation",1,1,2 ], "the symbols used for this purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punctuation",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of punctuating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,1,1 ], "a small hole made by a sharp object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,1,2 ], "a perforation and loss of pressure in a pneumatic tyre, made by sharp stones," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,1,2 ], "glass, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,1,3 ], "the act of puncturing or perforating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,2,1 ], "to pierce (a hole) in (something) with a sharp object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,2,2 ], "(of a tyre, etc|) to be pierced and collapse in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,2,2 ], "to cause (something pressurized, esp| a tyre) to lose pressure by piercing, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puncture",1,3,1 ], "to depreciate (a person's self-esteem, pomposity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pundit",1,1,1 ], "a self-appointed expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pundit",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a learned person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pundit",1,1,3 ], "a Brahman learned in Sanskrit and, esp| in Hindu religion, philosophy or law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pung",1,1,1 ], "a horse-drawn sleigh with a boxlike body on runners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pungent",1,1,1 ], "having an acrid smell or sharp bitter flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pungent",1,1,2 ], "(of wit, satire, etc|) biting; caustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pungent",1,1,3 ], "ending in a sharp point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punish",1,1,1 ], "fines, death, etc|, for some crime or misdemeanour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punish",1,1,1 ], "to force (someone) to undergo a penalty or sanction, such as imprisonment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punish",1,2,1 ], "to inflict punishment for (some crime, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punish",1,3,1 ], "to use or treat harshly or roughly, esp| as by overexertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punish",1,4,1 ], "to consume (some commodity) in large quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punishable",1,1,1 ], "liable to be punished or deserving of punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punishment",1,1,1 ], "a penalty or sanction given for any crime or offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punishment",1,1,2 ], "the act of punishing or state of being punished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punishment",1,1,3 ], "rough treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punitive",1,1,1 ], "relating to, involving, or with the intention of inflicting punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk rock",1,1,1 ], "offensive lyrics, an energetic beat, simple harmonies, and aggressive performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punk rock",1,1,1 ], "rock music in a style of the late 1970s, characterized by obscene and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,1 ], "an inferior, rotten, or worthless person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,2 ], "a follower or practitioner of punk rock, esp| one wearing worthless articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,2 ], "such as safety pins and razor blades for decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,3 ], "worthless articles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,4 ], "short for punk rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,5 ], "a petty criminal or hoodlum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,6 ], "a young male homosexual; catamite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,1,7 ], "a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,2,1 ], "inferior, rotten, or worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",1,2,2 ], "denoting or relating to punk rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",2,1,1 ], "dried decayed wood that smoulders when ignited: used as tinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",2,1,2 ], "any of various other substances that smoulder when ignited, esp| one used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punk",2,1,2 ], "light fireworks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punka",1,1,1 ], "a fan made of a palm leaf or leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punnet",1,1,1 ], "a small basket for fruit, such as strawberries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punster",1,1,1 ], "a person who is fond of making puns, esp| one who makes a tedious habit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punster",1,1,1 ], "this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punt",1,1,1 ], "an open flat-bottomed boat with square ends, propelled by a pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punt",1,2,1 ], "river, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punt",1,2,1 ], "to propel (a boat, esp| a punt) by pushing with a pole on the bottom of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punt",2,1,1 ], "a kick in certain sports, such as rugby, in which the ball is released and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punt",2,1,1 ], "kicked before it hits the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "punt",2,2,1 ], "to kick (a ball, etc|) using a punt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punt",3,1,1 ], "to gamble; bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punt",3,2,1 ], "a gamble or bet, esp| against the bank, as in roulette, or on horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punt",3,2,2 ], "a person who bets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punt",3,2,3 ], "take a punt at| Austral| informal| to have an attempt or try at (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "punty",1,1,1 ], "a long iron rod used in the finishing process of glass-blowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puny",1,1,2 ], "having a small physique or weakly constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puny",1,1,3 ], "paltry; insignificant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pup tent",1,1,1 ], "another name for shelter tent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pup" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a young dog, esp| when under one year of age; puppy",1). c_DEF([ "pup" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the young of various other animals, such as the seal",1). c_DEF([ "pup" ,1, 1, 2],"in pup",1). c_DEF([ "pup" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a bitch) pregnant",1). c_DEF([ "pup" ,1, 1, 4],"a conceited young man (esp| in the phrase young pup)",1). c_DEF([ "pup" ,1, 1, 5],"a worthless purchase (esp| in the phrase be sold a pup)|",1). c_DEF([ "pup" ,1, 2, 1],"(of dogs, seals, etc|) to give birth to (young)",1). c_DEF([ "pupa",1,1,1 ], "adult, when many internal changes occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pupa",1,1,1 ], "an insect at the immobile nonfeeding stage of development between larva and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puparium",1,1,1 ], "a hard barrel-shaped case enclosing the pupae of the housefly and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puparium",1,1,1 ], "dipterous insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pupate",1,1,1 ], "(of an insect larva) to develop into a pupa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupil",1,1,1 ], "a student who is taught by a teacher, esp| a young student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupil",1,1,2 ], "law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupil",1,1,3 ], "a boy under 14 or a girl under 12 who is in the care of a guardian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupil",2,1,1 ], "light enters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pupil",2,1,1 ], "the dark circular aperture at the centre of the iris of the eye, through which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupillage",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being a pupil or duration for which one is a pupil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupillage",1,1,2 ], "(in England) the period spent by a newly called barrister in the chambers of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupillage",1,1,2 ], "member of the bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pupillary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a pupil or legal ward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupillary",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the pupil of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupiparous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain dipterous flies) producing young that have already reached the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pupiparous",1,1,1 ], "pupa stage at the time of hatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puppet",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, group, state, etc|, that appears independent but is in fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppet",1,1,1,1 ], "a small doll or figure of a person or animal moved by strings attached to its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppet",1,1,1,1 ], "controlled by another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puppet",1,1,1,1 ], "limbs or by the hand inserted in its cloth body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puppet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppeteer",1,1,1 ], "a person who manipulates puppets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppetry",1,1,1 ], "the art of making and manipulating puppets and presenting puppet shows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppetry",1,1,2 ], "unconvincing or specious presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppy fat",1,1,1 ], "fatty tissue in a child or adolescent, usually disappearing with age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppy love",1,1,1 ], "another term for calf love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppy",1,1,1 ], "a young dog; pup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puppy",1,1,2 ], "a brash or conceited young man; pup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purblind",1,1,1 ], "partly or nearly blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purblind",1,1,2 ], "lacking in insight or understanding; obtuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchasable",1,1,1 ], "able to be bribed or corrupted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchasable",1,1,2 ], "able to be bought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase tax",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied on nonessential consumer goods and added to selling prices by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase tax",1,1,1 ], "retailers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,1,1 ], "to obtain (goods, etc|) by payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,1,2 ], "to obtain by effort, sacrifice, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,1,3 ], "to draw, haul, or lift (a load) with the aid of mechanical apparatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,1,4 ], "to acquire (an estate) other than by inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,2,1 ], "something that is purchased, esp| an article bought with money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,2,2 ], "the act of buying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,2,3 ], "acquisition of an estate by any lawful means other than inheritance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,2,4 ], "a tackle or lever used to provide mechanical advantage in moving a heavy load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,2,5 ], "a firm foothold, grasp, etc|, as for climbing or levering something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purchase",1,2,6 ], "a means of achieving some influence, advantage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purdah",1,1,1 ], "the custom in some Muslim and Hindu communities of keeping women in seclusion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purdah",1,1,1 ], "with clothing that conceals them completely when they go out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purdah",1,1,2 ], "a screen in a Hindu house used to keep the women out of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purdah",1,1,3 ], "a veil worn by Hindu women of high caste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure culture",1,1,1 ], "a culture containing a single species of microorganism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure line",1,1,1 ], "a breed or strain of animals or plants in which certain characters appear in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure line",1,1,1 ], "successive generations as a result of inbreeding or self-fertilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,1 ], "not mixed with any extraneous or dissimilar materials, elements, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,10 ], "independent of empirical concepts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,10,1 ], "(of a sound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,11 ], "composed of a single frequency without overtones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,11,2 ], "(of intervals in the system of just intonation) mathematically accurate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,11,2 ], "respect to the ratio of one frequency to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,2 ], "free from tainting or polluting matter; clean; wholesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,3 ], "free from moral taint or defilement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,4 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,5 ], "(of a subject, etc|) studied in its theoretical aspects rather than for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,5 ], "practical applications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,6 ], "(of a vowel) pronounced with more or less unvarying quality without any glide;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,6 ], "monophthongal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,7 ], "(of a consonant) not accompanied by another consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,8 ], "of supposedly unmixed racial descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pure",1,1,9 ], "breeding true for one or more characteristics; homozygous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purebred",1,1,1 ], "breeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purebred",1,1,1 ], "denoting a pure strain obtained through many generations of controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purebred",1,2,1 ], "a purebred animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puree" ,1, 1, 1],"a smooth thick pulp of cooked and sieved fruit, vegetables, meat, or fish",1). c_DEF([ "puree" ,1, 2, 1],"to make (cooked foods) into a pur''ee",1). c_DEF([ "puree",1,1,1 ], "an unleavened flaky Indian bread, that is deep-fried in ghee and served hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purely",1,1,1 ], "in a pure manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purely",1,1,2 ], "entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purely",1,1,3 ], "in a chaste or innocent manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purfle" ,1, 1, 1],"a ruffled or curved ornamental band, as on clothing, furniture, etc",1). c_DEF([ "purfle" ,1, 2, 1],"to decorate with such a band or bands",1). c_DEF([ "purgation",1,1,1 ], "the act of purging or state of being purged; purification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purgative",1,1,1 ], "a drug or agent for purging the bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purgative",1,2,1 ], "causing evacuation of the bowels; cathartic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purgatorial",1,1,1 ], "serving to purify from sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purgatorial",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or like purgatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purgatory",1,1,1 ], "a state or place in which the souls of those who have died in a state of grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purgatory",1,1,1 ], "and become purified of the remaining effects of mortal sin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "purgatory",1,1,1 ], "are believed to undergo a limited amount of suffering to expiate their venial sins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purgatory",1,1,2 ], "a place or condition of suffering or torment, esp| one that is temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,1,1 ], "to rid (something) of (impure or undesirable elements)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,2,1 ], "to rid (a state, political party, etc|) of (dissident or troublesome people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,3,1,1 ], "to clear (a person) of a charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,3,1,1 ], "to empty (the bowels) by evacuation of faeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,3,1,2 ], "to cause (a person) to evacuate his bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,3,1,2 ], "to free (oneself) of guilt, as by atonement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,4,1 ], "to be cleansed or purified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,5,1 ], "the act or process of purging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,5,2 ], "the elimination of opponents or dissidents from a state, political party, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purge",1,5,3 ], "a purgative drug or agent; cathartic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purificator",1,1,1 ], "a small white linen cloth used to wipe the chalice and paten and also the lips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purificator",1,1,1 ], "and fingers of the celebrant at the Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purify",1,1,1 ], "to free (something) of extraneous, contaminating, or debasing matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purify",1,2,1 ], "to free (a person, etc|) from sin or guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purify",1,3,1 ], "to make clean, as in a ritual, esp| the churching of women after childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purine",1,1,1 ], "C5H5N4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline solid that can be prepared from uric acid| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purine",1,1,2 ], "any of a number of nitrogenous bases, such as guanine and adenine, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purine",1,1,2 ], "derivatives of purine and constituents of nucleic acids and certain coenzymes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purism",1,1,1 ], "content, esp| in language, art, or music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purism",1,1,1 ], "insistence on traditional canons of correctness of form or purity of style or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puritan",1,1,1 ], "a person who adheres to strict moral or religious principles, esp| one opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puritan",1,1,1 ], "to luxury and sensual enjoyment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puritan",1,2,1 ], "characteristic of a puritan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puritanical",1,1,1 ], "strict in moral or religious outlook, esp| in shunning sensual pleasures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puritanical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a puritan or the Puritans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purity",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the amount of a single-frequency colour in a mixture of spectral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purity",1,1,2 ], "and achromatic colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purl",1,1,1 ], "a knitting stitch made by doing a plain stitch backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purl",1,1,2 ], "a decorative border, as of lace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purl",1,1,3 ], "gold or silver wire thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purl",1,2,1 ], "to knit (a row or garment) in purl stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purl",1,2,2 ], "to edge (something) with a purl|Also (for senses 2, 3, 5): pearl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purl",2,1,1 ], "(of a stream, etc|) to flow with a gentle curling or rippling movement and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purl",2,1,1 ], "murmuring sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purl",2,2,1 ], "a curling movement of water; eddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purl",2,2,2 ], "a murmuring sound, as of a shallow stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purler",1,1,1 ], "a headlong or spectacular fall (esp| in the phrase come a purler)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purlieu",1,1,1 ], "land on the edge of a forest that was once included within the bounds of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purlieu",1,1,1 ], "laws, esp| regarding hunting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "purlieu",1,1,1 ], "royal forest but was later separated although still subject to some of the forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purlieu",1,1,2 ], "a neighbouring area; outskirts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purlieu",1,1,3 ], "a place one frequents; haunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purlieu",1,1,4 ], "a district or suburb, esp| one that is poor or squalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purlin",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal beam that provides intermediate support for the common rafters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purlin",1,1,1 ], "a roof construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purloin",1,1,1 ], "to take (something) dishonestly; steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple gallinule",1,1,1 ], "(rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "purple gallinule",1,1,1 ], "a long-toed purple aquatic bird, Porphyrio porphyrio (or Porphyrula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple gallinule",1,1,1 ], "martinica), of the southern U|S| and Europe, with red legs and red bill: family Rallidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purple heart",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical American leguminous trees of the genus Peltogyne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple heart",1,1,2 ], "the decorative purple heartwood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple heart",1,1,3 ], "a heart-shaped purple tablet consisting mainly of amphetamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple medic",1,1,1 ], "another name for alfalfa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple patch",1,1,1 ], "a section in a piece of writing characterized by rich, fanciful, or ornate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple patch",1,1,1 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purple patch",1,1,2 ], "a period of success, good fortune, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,1 ], "any of various colours with a hue lying between red and blue and often highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,1 ], "saturated; a nonspectral colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,2 ], "a dye or pigment producing such a colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,3 ], "cloth of this colour, often used to symbolize royalty or nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by the) high rank; nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,4,1 ], "the official robe of a cardinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,4,2 ], "the rank, office, or authority of a cardinal as signified by this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,1,5 ], "the purple| bishops collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,2,1 ], "of the colour purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,2,2 ], "(of writing) excessively elaborate or full of imagery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple",1,2,3 ], "noble or royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple-fringed orchid",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American orchids, Habenaria psychodes or H| fimbriata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purple-fringed orchid",1,1,1 ], "having purple fringed flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purport",1,1,1 ], "(p$z$:!p@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purport",1,2,1 ], "to claim to be (true, official, etc|) by manner or appearance, esp| falsely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purport",1,2,2 ], "to signify or imply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purport",1,3,1 ], "meaning; significance; import" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purport",1,3,2 ], "purpose; object; intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,1 ], "the reason for which anything is done, created, or exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,2 ], "a fixed design, outcome, or idea that is the object of an action or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,2 ], "effort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,3 ], "fixed intention in doing something; determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,4 ], "practical advantage or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,5 ], "that which is relevant or under consideration (esp| in the phrase to or from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,5 ], "the purpose)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,6 ], "purport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,1,7 ], "on purpose| intentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose",1,2,1 ], "to intend or determine to do (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpose-built",1,1,1 ], "made to serve a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purposeful",1,1,1 ], "having a definite purpose in view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purposeful",1,1,2 ], "fixed in one's purpose; determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purposeless",1,1,1 ], "having no fixed plan or intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purposely",1,1,1 ], "for a definite reason; on purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purposive",1,1,1 ], "relating to, having, or indicating conscious intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purposive",1,1,2 ], "serving a purpose; useful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpura",1,1,1 ], "any of several blood diseases causing purplish spots or patches due to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpura",1,1,1 ], "subcutaneous bleeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purpure",1,2,1 ], "purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purpurin",1,1,1 ], "1,2,4-trihydroxyanthraquinone| Formula: C14H5O2(OH)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purpurin",1,1,1 ], "a red crystalline compound used as a stain for biological specimens;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purr",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of cats) to make a low vibrant sound, usually considered as expressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purr",1,1,1 ], "pleasure, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purr",1,2,1 ], "to express (pleasure, etc|) by this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purr",1,3,1 ], "a purring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse seine",1,1,1 ], "a large net towed, usually by two boats, that encloses a school of fish and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse seine",1,1,1 ], "then closed at the bottom by means of a line resembling a purse string" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purse strings",1,1,1 ], "control of finance or expenditure (esp| in such phrases as hold or control the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse strings",1,1,1 ], "purse strings)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purse",1,1,1 ], "a small bag or pouch, often made of soft leather, for carrying money, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse",1,1,1 ], "coins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purse",1,1,2 ], "a woman's handbag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling a small bag or pouch in form or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse",1,1,4 ], "wealth; funds; resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse",1,1,5 ], "a sum of money that is offered, esp| as a prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purse",1,2,1 ], "to contract (the mouth, lips, etc|) into a small rounded shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purser",1,1,1 ], "accounts and attends to the welfare of the passengers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purser",1,1,1 ], "an officer aboard a passenger ship, merchant ship, or aircraft who keeps the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purslane",1,1,1 ], "a weedy portulacaceous plant, Portulaca oleracea, with small yellow flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purslane",1,1,1 ], "and fleshy leaves, which are used in salads and as a potherb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "purslane",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants, such as sea purslane and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purslane",1,1,2 ], "purslane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pursuance",1,1,1 ], "the carrying out or pursuing of an action, plan, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuant",1,1,1 ], "in agreement or conformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuant",1,1,2 ], "pursuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursue",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to follow (a fugitive, etc|) in order to capture or overtake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursue",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of something bad or unlucky) to follow closely or accompany" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursue",1,1,3 ], "to seek or strive to attain (some object, desire, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursue",1,1,4 ], "to follow the precepts of (a plan, policy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursue",1,1,5 ], "to apply oneself to (one's studies, hobbies, interests, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursue",1,1,6 ], "to follow persistently or seek to become acquainted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursue",1,1,7 ], "to continue to discuss or argue (a point, subject, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuit",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of pursuing, chasing, or striving after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuit",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuit",1,1,2 ], "an occupation, hobby, or pastime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuit",1,1,3 ], "(in cycling) a race in which the riders set off at intervals along the track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuit",1,1,3 ], "and attempt to overtake each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pursuivant",1,1,1 ], "the lowest rank of heraldic officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuivant",1,1,2 ], "a state or royal messenger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursuivant",1,1,3 ], "a follower or attendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursy",1,1,1 ], "short-winded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pursy",1,1,2 ], "fat; over-weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purtenance",1,1,1 ], "the inner organs, viscera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purulent",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purvey",1,1,1 ], "to sell or provide (commodities, esp| foodstuffs) on a large scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purvey",1,1,2 ], "to publish or make available (lies, scandal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purveyance",1,1,1 ], "the act of purveying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purveyance",1,1,2 ], "that which is purveyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purveyance",1,1,3 ], "the collection or requisition of provisions for a sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purveyor",1,1,1 ], "a person, organization, etc|, that supplies food and provisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purveyor",1,1,2 ], "a person who spreads, repeats, or sells (information, lies, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purveyor",1,1,3 ], "an officer providing or exacting provisions, lodging, etc|, for a sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purview",1,1,1 ], "the scope of operation or concern of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purview",1,1,2 ], "the breadth or range of outlook or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "purview",1,1,3 ], "the body of a statute, containing the enacting clauses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pus",1,1,1 ], "leucocytes, exuded plasma, and liquefied tissue cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pus",1,1,1 ], "the yellow or greenish fluid product of inflammation, composed largely of dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push about",1,1,1 ], "to bully; keep telling (a person) what to do in a bossy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push along",1,1,1 ], "to go away; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push button",1,1,1 ], "an electrical switch operated by pressing a button, which closes or opens a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push button",1,1,1 ], "circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "push button",1,1,2 ], "push-button" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push button",1,1,2,1 ], "operated by a push button" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push button",1,1,2,2 ], "initiated as simply as by pressing a button" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push off",1,1,1 ], "to move into open water, as by being cast off from a mooring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push off",1,2,1 ], "to go away; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push through",1,1,1 ], "to compel to accept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by off, away, etc|) to apply steady force to in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,1,1 ], "to move it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,1,2 ], "to thrust (one's way) through something, such as a crowd, by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to apply oneself vigorously (to achieving a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,1,3 ], "task, plan, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,2,1 ], "to encourage or urge (a person) to some action, decision, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for) to be an advocate or promoter (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,3,1 ], "to use one's influence to help (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,3,2 ], "better results, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,3,2 ], "to bear upon (oneself or another person) in order to achieve more effort," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,4,1 ], "to rely too much on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,4,2 ], "to hit (a ball) with a stiff pushing stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,5,1 ], "to sell (narcotic drugs) illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,6,1 ], "(esp| of geographical features) to reach or extend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,6,2 ], "push up daisies| Slang| to be dead and buried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,1 ], "the act of pushing; thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,2 ], "a part or device that is pressed to operate some mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,3 ], "ambitious or enterprising drive, energy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,4 ], "a special effort or attempt to advance, as of an army in a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,5 ], "a number of people gathered in one place, such as at a party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,6 ], "a group or gang, esp| one considered to be a clique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,7 ], "a stiff pushing stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,8 ], "at a push| Informal| with difficulty; only just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push",1,7,9 ], "the push| Slang, chiefly Brit| dismissal from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push-bike",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for bicycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push-pull",1,1,1 ], "as modifier using two similar electronic devices, such as matched valves, made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push-pull",1,1,1 ], "produce a signal that replicates the input waveform" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "push-pull",1,1,1 ], "to operate 180 degrees out of phase with each other|The outputs are combined to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "push-start",1,1,1 ], "engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "push-start",1,1,1 ], "to start (a motor vehicle) by pushing it while it is in gear, thus turning the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push-start",1,2,1 ], "the act or process of starting a vehicle in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "push-up",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for press-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushball",1,1,1 ], "a game in which two teams try to push a heavy ball towards opposite goals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushcart",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for barrow ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushchair",1,1,1 ], "a usually collapsible chair-shaped carriage in which a small child may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushchair",1,1,1 ], "wheeled| U|S| word: stroller| Austral| words: pusher, stroller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pushed",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushed",1,1,2 ], "short (of) or in need (of time, money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusher",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells illegal drugs, esp| narcotics such as heroin and morphine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusher",1,1,2 ], "an actively or aggressively ambitious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusher",1,1,2,1 ], "a type of aircraft propeller placed behind the engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusher",1,1,2,2 ], "a type of aircraft using such a propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusher",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that pushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusher",1,1,4 ], "a rakelike implement used by small children to push food onto a spoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusher",1,1,5 ], "the usual name for pushchair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushing",1,1,1 ], "enterprising, resourceful, or aggressively ambitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushing",1,1,2 ], "impertinently self-assertive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushing",1,2,1 ], "almost or nearly (a certain age, speed, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushover",1,1,1 ], "something that is easily achieved or accomplished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushover",1,1,2 ], "a person, team, etc|, that is easily taken advantage of or defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushpin",1,1,1 ], "a large-headed drawing pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushrod",1,1,1 ], "a metal rod transmitting the reciprocating motion that operates the valves of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushrod",1,1,1 ], "an internal-combustion engine having the camshaft in the crankcase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pushy",1,1,1 ], "pushier, pushiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushy",1,1,2 ], "offensively assertive or forceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pushy",1,1,3 ], "aggressively or ruthlessly ambitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pusillanimous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a lack of courage or determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puss moth",1,1,1 ], "a large pale European moth, Cerura (or Dicranura)vinula, having a thick furry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puss moth",1,1,1 ], "body and a tuft of scales on each forewing: family Notodontidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puss",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puss",1,1,2 ], "a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puss",1,1,3 ], "an informal name for a hare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puss",2,1,1 ], "the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy willow",1,1,1 ], "an American willow tree, Salix discolor, with silvery silky catkins: widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy willow",1,1,1 ], "planted for ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pussy willow",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar willows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy",1,1,2 ], "a furry catkin, esp| that of the pussy willow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy",1,1,3 ], "a rare word for tipcat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy",2,1,1 ], "the female genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy",2,1,2 ], "a woman considered as a sexual object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy",3,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussy",3,1,2 ], "containing or full of pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pussyfoot" ,1, 1, 1],"to move about stealthily or warily like a cat",1). c_DEF([ "pussyfoot" ,1, 1, 2],"to avoid committing oneself",1). c_DEF([ "pussyfoot" ,1, 2, 1],"foots",1). c_DEF([ "pussyfoot" ,1, 2, 2],"a person who pussyfoots",1). c_DEF([ "pustulant",1,1,1 ], "causing the formation of pustules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pustulant",1,2,1 ], "an agent causing such formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pustulate",1,1,1 ], "to form or cause to form into pustules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pustulate",1,2,1 ], "covered with pustules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pustule",1,1,1 ], "a small inflamed elevated area of skin containing pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pustule",1,1,2 ], "any small distinct spot resembling a pimple or blister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put about",1,1,1 ], "to change course or cause to change course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put about",1,2,1 ], "to make widely known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put about",1,3,1 ], "to disconcert or disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put across",1,1,1 ], "to communicate in a comprehensible way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put across",1,1,2 ], "excuse, etc|, by deception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "put across",1,1,2 ], "put one across| Informal| to get (someone) to accept or believe a claim," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put aside",1,1,1 ], "to move (an object, etc|) to one side, esp| in rejection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put aside",1,1,2 ], "to store up; save" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put aside",1,1,3 ], "to ignore or disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put away",1,1,1 ], "to return (something) to the correct or proper place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put away",1,1,2 ], "to save" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put away",1,1,3 ], "to lock up in a prison, mental institution, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put away",1,1,4 ], "to eat or drink, esp| in large amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put away",1,1,5 ], "to put to death, because of old age or illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put back",1,1,1 ], "to return to its former place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put back",1,1,2 ], "to move to a later time or date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put back",1,1,3 ], "to delay or impede the progress of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 1, 1],"to make a written record of",1). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 1, 2],"to repress",1). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 1, 3],"to consider; account",1). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 1, 4],"to attribute",1). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 1, 5],"to put to death, because of old age or illness",1). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 1, 6],"to table on the agenda",1). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 1, 7],"to dismiss, reject, or humiliate",1). c_DEF([ "put down" ,1, 2, 2],"a cruelly critical remark",1). c_DEF([ "put forth",1,1,1 ], "to present; propose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put forth",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant) to produce or bear (leaves, branches, shoots, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put forward",1,1,1 ], "to propose; suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put forward",1,1,2 ], "to offer the name of; nominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 1, 1],"to bring a vessel into port, esp| for a brief stay",1). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 1, 2],"(often foll| by for) to apply or cause to apply (for a job, in a competition,",1). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 1, 2],"etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 2, 1],"to submit",1). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 2, 2],"to intervene with (a remark) during a conversation",1). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 3, 1],"to devote (time, effort, etc|) to a task",1). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 4, 1],"to cause (a team, esp| the opposing one) to bat",1). c_DEF([ "put in" ,1, 5, 2],"the act of throwing the ball into a scrum",1). c_DEF([ "put off" ,1, 1, 1],"to postpone or delay",1). c_DEF([ "put off" ,1, 2, 1],"to evade (a person) by postponement or delay",1). c_DEF([ "put off" ,1, 3, 1],"to confuse; disconcert",1). c_DEF([ "put off" ,1, 4, 1],"to cause to lose interest in or enjoyment of",1). c_DEF([ "put off" ,1, 5, 1],"to be launched off from shore or from a ship",1). c_DEF([ "put off" ,1, 6, 1],"to remove (clothes)",1). c_DEF([ "put on to",1,1,1 ], "to connect by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put on to",1,1,2 ], "to inform (someone) of (a person's location or activities)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put on to",1,1,3 ], "to tell (a person) about (someone or something beneficial)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 1],"to clothe oneself in",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 2],"to adopt (an attitude or feeling) insincerely",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 3],"to present or stage (a play, show, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 4],"to increase or add",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 5],"to cause (an electrical device) to function",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 6],"to wager (money) on a horse race, game, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 7],"to impose as a burden or levy",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 8],"to cause (a bowler) to bowl",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 9, 1],"to connect (a person) by telephone",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 9, 2],"Slang, chiefly U|S| to mock or tease",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 1, 9],"put (someone) on",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 2, 2],"a hoax or piece of mockery",1). c_DEF([ "put on" ,1, 2, 3],"an affected manner or mode of behaviour",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"to annoy; anger",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"to confound or disturb; confuse",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 10],"to lend (money) at interest",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 11],"to dismiss (a player or team)",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 12],"to cause (a batter or runner) to be out by a fielding play",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 2],"to extinguish or douse (a fire, light, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 3],"to poke forward",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 4],"to be or present a source of inconvenience or annoyance to (a person)",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 5],"to issue or publish; broadcast",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 6],"to render unconscious",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 7],"to dislocate",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 8],"to show or exert",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 1, 9],"to pass, give out (work to be done) at different premises",1). c_DEF([ "put out" ,1, 2, 1],"a play in which the batter or runner is put out",1). c_DEF([ "put over",1,1,1 ], "to communicate (facts, information, etc|) comprehensibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put over",1,1,2 ], "to postpone; defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put over",1,1,3 ], "claim, excuse, etc|, by deception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "put over",1,1,3 ], "put (a fast) one over on| Informal| to get (someone) to accept or believe a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put through",1,1,1 ], "to carry out to a conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put through",1,1,2 ], "to organize the processing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put through",1,1,3 ], "to connect by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put through",1,1,4 ], "to make (a telephone call)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 10],"post",2). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 10],"to nominate or be nominated as a candidate, esp| for a political or society",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 11],"to return (a weapon) to its holder, as a sword to its sheath",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 12, 1],"to inform or instruct (a person) about (tasks, duties, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 12, 2],"to urge or goad (a person) on to; incite to",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 12],"put up to",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 13],"put up with",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 1],"to build; erect",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 2],"to accommodate or be accommodated at",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 3],"to increase (prices)",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 4],"to submit or present (a plan, case, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 5],"to offer",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 6],"to provide or supply; give",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 7],"to provide (money) for; invest in",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 8],"to preserve or can (jam, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 1, 9],"to pile up (long hair) on the head in any of several styles",1). c_DEF([ "put up" ,1, 2, 1],"to endure; tolerate",1). c_DEF([ "put upon",1,1,1 ], "to presume on (a person's generosity, good nature, etc|); take advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put upon",1,1,2 ], "to impose hardship on; maltreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to cause to be (in a position or place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,10 ], "to state; express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,11 ], "to set or make (an end or limit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,12 ], "to present for consideration in anticipation of an answer or vote; propose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,13 ], "to invest (money) in; give (support) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,14 ], "to impart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,15 ], "to throw or cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,16 ], "not know where to put oneself| to feel awkward or embarrassed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,17 ], "put paid to| to destroy irrevocably and utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,18 ], "stay put| to remain in one place without leaving it; remain stationary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,2 ], "to cause to be (in a state, relation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) to cause (a person) to experience the endurance or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,3 ], "(of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,4 ], "to set or commit (to an action, task, or duty), esp| by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,5 ], "to render, transform, or translate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,6 ], "to set (words) in a musical form (esp| in the phrase put to music)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,7 ], "(foll| by at) to estimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,8 ], "(foll| by to) to utilize (for the purpose of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,9 ], "(foll| by to) to couple a female animal (with a male) for the purpose of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,1,9 ], "breeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,2,1 ], "a throw or cast, esp| in putting the shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,2,2 ], "an option to sell a stated amount of securities at a specified price during a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "put",1,2,2 ], "specified limited period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "put-put" ,1, 1, 1],"a light chugging or popping sound, as made by a petrol engine",1). c_DEF([ "put-put" ,1, 1, 2],"a vehicle powered by an engine making such a sound",1). c_DEF([ "put-put" ,1, 2, 2],"to make or travel along with such a sound",1). c_DEF([ "putamen",1,1,1 ], "the hard endocarp or stone of fruits such as the peach, plum, and cherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putative",1,1,1 ], "commonly regarded as being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putative",1,1,2 ], "considered to exist or have existed; inferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putative",1,1,3 ], "denoting a mood of the verb in some languages used when the speaker does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putative",1,1,3 ], "have direct evidence of what he is asserting, but has inferred it on the basis of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putative",1,1,3 ], "something else" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "putlog",1,1,1 ], "a short horizontal beam that with others supports the floor planks of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putlog",1,1,1 ], "scaffold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putrefy",1,1,1 ], "(of organic matter) to decompose or rot with an offensive smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrescent",1,1,1 ], "becoming putrid; rotting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrescent",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or undergoing putrefaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrescible",1,1,1 ], "liable to become putrid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrescible",1,2,1 ], "a putrescible substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrescine",1,1,1 ], "1,4-diaminobutane| Formula: H2N(CH\2)4NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putrescine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline amine produced by decaying animal matter;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrid",1,1,1 ], "(of organic matter) in a state of decomposition, usually giving off a foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrid",1,1,1 ], "smell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putrid",1,1,2 ], "morally corrupt or worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrid",1,1,3 ], "sickening; foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putrid",1,1,4 ], "deficient in quality or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putt",1,1,1 ], "a stroke on the green with a putter to roll the ball into or near the hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putt",1,2,1 ], "to strike (the ball) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puttee",1,1,1 ], "(often pl|) a strip of cloth worn wound around the legs from the ankle to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puttee",1,1,1 ], "knee, esp| as part of a uniform in World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putter",1,1,1 ], "a club with a short shaft for putting, usually having a solid metal head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putter",1,1,2 ], "a golfer who putts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putter",2,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of potter'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putter",3,1,1 ], "a person who puts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putter",3,1,2 ], "a person who puts the shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putting green",1,1,1 ], "(on a golf course) the area of closely mown grass at the end of a fairway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putting green",1,1,1 ], "where the hole is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putting green",1,1,2 ], "an area of smooth grass with several holes for putting games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putto",1,1,1 ], "a representation of a small boy, a cherub or cupid, esp| in baroque painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putto",1,1,1 ], "or sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putty powder",1,1,1 ], "a powder, either tin oxide or tin and lead oxide, used for polishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "putty powder",1,1,1 ], "glassware, metal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 1],"a stiff paste made of whiting and linseed oil that is used to fix glass panes",1). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 1],"into frames and to fill cracks or holes in woodwork, etc",2). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 2],"any substance with a similar consistency, function, or appearance",1). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 3],"a mixture of lime and water with sand or plaster of Paris used on plaster as a",1). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 3],"finishing coat",2). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 4],"a putty knife",1). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"a colour varying from a greyish-yellow to a greyish-brown or brownish-grey",1). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 5],"a person who is easily influenced or persuaded",1). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 1, 6],"up to putty| Austral| informal| worthless or useless",1). c_DEF([ "putty" ,1, 2, 1],"to fix, fill, or coat with putty",1). c_DEF([ "puttyroot",1,1,1 ], "a North American orchid, Aplectrum hyemale, bearing a single leaf and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puttyroot",1,1,1 ], "yellowish-brown or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,1,1 ], "to perplex or be perplexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,2,1 ], "to attempt the solution (of); ponder (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,3,1 ], "to solve by mental effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,4,1 ], "a person or thing that puzzles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,4,2 ], "a problem that cannot be easily or readily solved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,4,3 ], "the state or condition of being puzzled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,4,4 ], "a toy, game, or question presenting a problem that requires skill or ingenuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzle",1,4,4 ], "for its solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "puzzlement",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being puzzled; perplexity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "puzzler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that puzzles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pwt",1,1,1 ], "pennyweight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "py-",1,1,1 ], "variant of pyo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pya",1,1,1 ], "a Burmese monetary unit worth one hundredth of a kyat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyaemia",1,1,1 ], "blood poisoning characterized by pus-forming microorganisms in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pycnidium",1,1,1 ], "a small flask-shaped structure containing spores that occurs in ascomycetes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pycnidium",1,1,1 ], "and certain other fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pycno-",1,1,1 ], "indicating thickness or density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pycnometer",1,1,1 ], "a small glass bottle of known volume for determining the relative density of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pycnometer",1,1,1 ], "liquids and solids by weighing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pye",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of pie'5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pye-dog",1,1,1 ], "an ownerless half-wild Asian dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyelitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the pelvis of the kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyelography",1,1,1 ], "associated structures by means of an x-ray picture called a pyelogram " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyelography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of radiology concerned with examination of the kidney and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyelonephritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the kidney and renal pelvis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pygidium",1,1,1 ], "arthropods, and other invertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pygidium",1,1,1 ], "the terminal segment, division, or other structure in certain annelids," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pygmy",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally undersized person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pygmy",1,1,2 ], "something that is a very small example of its type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pygmy",1,1,3 ], "a person of little importance or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pygmy",1,1,4 ], "of very small stature or size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyjama",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyjama",1,1,2 ], "of or forming part of pyjamas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyjama",1,1,3 ], "requiring pyjamas to be worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyjamas",1,1,1 ], "loose-fitting nightclothes comprising a jacket or top and trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyjamas",1,1,2 ], "countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyjamas",1,1,2 ], "full loose-fitting ankle-length trousers worn by either sex in various Eastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyjamas",1,1,3 ], "women's flared trousers or trouser suit used esp| for leisure wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyknic",1,1,1 ], "(of a physical type) characterized by a broad squat fleshy physique with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyknic",1,1,1 ], "large chest and abdomen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,1 ], "a large vertical steel tower-like structure supporting high-tension electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,1 ], "cables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,2 ], "a post or tower for guiding pilots or marking a turning point in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,3 ], "a streamlined aircraft structure for attaching an engine pod, external fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,3 ], "tank, etc|, to the main body of the aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,4 ], "a monumental gateway, such as one at the entrance to an ancient Egyptian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,4 ], "temple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pylon",1,1,5 ], "a temporary artificial leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pylorectomy",1,1,1 ], "portion of the stomach (partial gastrectomy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pylorectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of all or part of the pylorus, often including the adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pylorus",1,1,1 ], "digested food (chyme) passes to the duodenum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pylorus",1,1,1 ], "the small circular opening at the base of the stomach through which partially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyoderma",1,1,1 ], "any skin eruption characterized by pustules or the formation of pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyorrhoea alveolaris",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the gums characterized by the discharge of pus and loosening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyorrhoea alveolaris",1,1,1 ], "of the teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "any condition characterized by a discharge of pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyosis",1,1,1 ], "the formation of pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyr-",1,1,1 ], "variant of pyro- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyracantha",1,1,1 ], "any rosaceous shrub of the genus Pyracantha, esp| the firethorn, widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyracantha",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyralid",1,1,1 ], "any moth of the mostly tropical family Pyralidae, typically having narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyralid",1,1,1 ], "forewings and broad fringed hind wings: includes the bee moths and the corn borer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyralid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Pyralidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyramid selling",1,1,1 ], "a practice adopted by some manufacturers of advertising for distributors and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyramid selling",1,1,1 ], "distributors who are sold subdivisions of the original batches at an increased price| This" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyramid selling",1,1,1 ], "except at a loss" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "pyramid selling",1,1,1 ], "process continues until the final distributors are left with a stock that is unsaleable" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pyramid selling",1,1,1 ], "selling them batches of goods| The first distributors then advertise for more" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 1],"a huge masonry construction that has a square base and, as in the case of the",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 1],"ancient Egyptian royal tombs, four sloping triangular sides",2). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 2],"an object, formation, or structure resembling such a construction",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 3],"a solid having a polygonal base and triangular sides that meet in a common",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 3],"vertex",2). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 4],"a crystal form in which three planes intersect all three axes of the crystal",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 5],"any pointed or cone-shaped bodily structure or part",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 6],"a group of enterprises containing a series of holding companies structured so",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 6],"proportion of the total capital invested",3). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 6],"that the top holding company controls the entire group with a relatively small",2). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 7],"the series of transactions involved in pyramiding securities",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 1, 8],"a game similar to billiards with fifteen coloured balls",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 2, 1],"to build up or be arranged in the form of a pyramid",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 2, 2],"margin or collateral derived from paper profits associated with high prices of",2). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 2, 2],"securities and property in a boom",3). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 2, 2],"to speculate in (securities or property) by increasing purchases on additional",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 2, 3],"to form (companies) into a pyramid",1). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 3, 1],"premiss",2). c_DEF([ "pyramid" ,1, 3, 1],"to build up (an argument, thesis, etc|) systematically from a basic general",1). c_DEF([ "pyramidal peak",1,1,1 ], "a sharp peak formed where the ridges separating three or more cirques" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyramidal peak",1,1,1 ], "intersect; horn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyran",1,1,1 ], "an unsaturated heterocyclic compound having a ring containing five carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyran",1,1,1 ], "atoms and one oxygen atom and two double bonds| It has two isomers depending on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyran",1,1,1 ], "position of the saturated carbon atom relative to the oxygen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyranometer",1,1,1 ], "another name for solarimeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrargyrite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Ag3SbS3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrargyrite",1,1,1 ], "a dark red to black mineral consisting of silver antimony sulphide in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrargyrite",1,1,1 ], "hexagonal crystalline form: occurs in silver veins and is an important ore of silver|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrazole",1,1,1 ], "C3H4N2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrazole",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline soluble basic heterocyclic compound; 1,2-diazole| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyre",1,1,1 ], "a heap or pile of wood or other combustible material, esp| one used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyre",1,1,1 ], "cremating a corpse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrene",1,1,1 ], "C16H10" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrene",1,1,1 ], "a solid polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbon extracted from coal tar| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrene",2,1,1 ], "any of several small hard stones that occur in a single fruit and contain a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrene",2,1,1 ], "single seed each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrenoid",1,1,1 ], "any of various small protein granules that occur in certain algae, mosses, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrenoid",1,1,1 ], "protozoans and are involved in the synthesis of starch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrethrin",1,1,1 ], "an oily water-insoluble compound used as an insecticide| Formula: C21H28O3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrethrin",1,1,2 ], "Formula: C22H28O5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrethrin",1,1,2 ], "a compound of similar chemical structure and action, also found in pyrethrum|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrethrum",1,1,1 ], "any of several cultivated Eurasian chrysanthemums, such as Chrysanthemum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrethrum",1,1,1 ], "coccineum and C| roseum, with white, pink, red, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrethrum",1,1,2 ], "C| roseum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrethrum",1,1,2 ], "any insecticide prepared from the dried flowers of any of these plants, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyretic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrexia",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrheliometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the intensity of the sun's radiant energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyridine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless hygroscopic liquid with a characteristic odour| It is a basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyridine",1,1,1 ], "and is used as a solvent and in preparing other organic chemicals| Formula: C5H5N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyridine",1,1,1 ], "heterocyclic compound containing one nitrogen atom and five carbon atoms in its molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyridoxal",1,1,1 ], "(CH\2OH)(CHO)C5HN(OH)(CH\3)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyridoxal",1,1,1 ], "a naturally occurring derivative of pyridoxine that is a precursor of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyridoxal",1,1,1 ], "coenzyme (pyridoxal phosphate) involved in several enzymic reactions| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyridoxamine",1,1,1 ], "a metabolic form of pyridoxine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyridoxine",1,1,1 ], "a derivative of pyridine that is a precursor of the compounds pyridoxal and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyridoxine",1,1,1 ], "pyridoxamine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyriform",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of organs of the body) pear-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine base",1,1,1 ], "a pyrimidine, esp| the compounds cytosine, thymine, and uracil, which occur in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine base",1,1,1 ], "nucleic acids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine",1,1,1 ], "1,3-diazine| It is a weakly basic soluble heterocyclic compound and can be prepared from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine",1,1,1 ], "a liquid or crystalline organic compound with a penetrating odour;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine",1,1,1 ], "barbituric acid| Formula: C4H4N2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine",1,1,2 ], "any of a number of similar compounds having a basic structure that is derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine",1,1,2 ], "from pyrimidine, including cytosine, thymine, and uracil, which are constituents of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrimidine",1,1,2 ], "nucleic acids" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrite",1,1,1 ], "a hard brittle yellow mineral consisting of iron sulphide in cubic crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrite",1,1,1 ], "form| It occurs in all types of rocks and veins, associated with various metals, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrite",1,1,1 ], "is used mainly in the manufacture of sulphuric acid and paper| Formula: FeS2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrites",1,1,1 ], "another name for pyrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrites",1,1,2 ], "any of a number of other disulphides of metals, esp| of copper and tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyro-",1,1,1 ], "denoting fire, heat, or high temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyro-",1,1,2 ], "caused or obtained by fire or heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyro-",1,1,2,1 ], "denoting a new substance obtained by heating another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyro-",1,1,2,1 ], "having a property that changes upon the application of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyro-",1,1,2,2 ], "denoting an acid or salt with a water content intermediate between that of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyro-",1,1,2,2 ], "having a flame-coloured appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyro-",1,1,2,2 ], "ortho- and meta- compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrocatechol",1,1,1 ], "another name for catechol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrochemical",1,1,1 ], "high temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrochemical",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, being, producing, or resulting from chemical changes at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroclastic",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks) formed from the solid fragments ejected during a volcanic eruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroconductivity",1,1,1 ], "conductivity that can be induced in certain solids by heating them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroelectric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or exhibiting pyroelectricity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroelectric",1,2,1 ], "a pyroelectric substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroelectricity",1,1,1 ], "hemihedral crystals, such as tourmaline, as a result of a change in temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyroelectricity",1,1,1 ], "the development of opposite charges at the ends of the axis of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogallate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of pyrogallol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogallol",1,1,1 ], "1,2,3-trihydroxybenzene: used as a photographic developer and for absorbing oxygen in gas analysis|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogallol",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H3(OH)3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogallol",1,1,1 ], "a white lustrous crystalline soluble phenol with weakly acidic properties;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogen",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of substances that cause a rise in temperature in an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogen",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogenic",1,1,1 ], "produced by or producing heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogenic",1,1,2 ], "causing or resulting from fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrogenic",1,1,3 ], "less common words for igneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrognostics",1,1,1 ], "that are revealed by the application of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrognostics",1,1,1 ], "the characteristics of a mineral, such as fusibility and flame coloration," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrography",1,1,1 ], "a fire flame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrography",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of burning designs on wood or leather with heated tools or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrography",1,1,2 ], "a design made by this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroligneous acid",1,1,1 ], "containing acetic acid, methanol, and acetone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyroligneous acid",1,1,1 ], "the crude reddish-brown acidic liquid obtained by the distillation of wood and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroligneous",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) produced by the action of heat on wood, esp| by destructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroligneous",1,1,1 ], "distillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrolusite",1,1,1 ], "a blackish fibrous or soft powdery mineral consisting of manganese dioxide in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrolusite",1,1,1 ], "important source of manganese| Formula: MnO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrolusite",1,1,1 ], "tetragonal crystalline form| It occurs in association with other manganese ores and is an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrolysis",1,1,1 ], "the application of heat to chemical compounds in order to cause decomposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrolysis",1,1,2 ], "chemical decomposition of compounds caused by high temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyromagnetic",1,1,1 ], "a former term for thermomagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyromancy",1,1,1 ], "divination by fire or flames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyromania",1,1,1 ], "the uncontrollable impulse and practice of setting things on fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrometallurgy",1,1,1 ], "including sintering, roasting, smelting, casting, refining, alloying, and heat treatment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrometallurgy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of metallurgy involving processes performed at high temperatures," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring high temperatures, esp| by measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrometer",1,1,1 ], "brightness (optical pyrometer) or total quantity (radiation pyrometer) of the radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrometer",1,1,1 ], "produced by the source| Other types include the resistance thermometer and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrometer",1,1,1 ], "thermocouple" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pyromorphite",1,1,1 ], "a green, yellow, brown, or grey secondary mineral that consists of lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyromorphite",1,1,1 ], "chloro-phosphate in the form of hexagonal crystals| Formula: Pb5Cl(PO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrone",1,1,1 ], "(gamma pyrone)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "pyrone",1,1,1 ], "a carbon atom in either the ortho-position (alpha pyrone) or the para-position" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrone",1,1,1 ], "atoms and one oxygen atom with two double bonds and a second oxygen atom attached to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrone",1,1,1 ], "either of two heterocyclic compounds that have a ring containing five carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrone",1,1,2 ], "any one of a class of compounds that are substituted derivatives of a pyrone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrope",1,1,1 ], "a deep yellowish-red garnet that consists of magnesium aluminium silicate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrope",1,1,1 ], "is used as a gemstone| Formula: Mg3Al2(SiO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophoric",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical) igniting spontaneously on contact with air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophoric",1,1,2 ], "(of an alloy) producing sparks when struck or scraped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophosphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of pyrophosphoric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline soluble solid acid formed by the reaction between one molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophosphoric acid",1,1,1 ], "of phosphorus pentoxide and two water molecules| Formula: H4P2O7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophotometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of pyrometer in which the temperature of an incandescent body is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophotometer",1,1,1 ], "determined by photometric measurement of the light it emits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophyllite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Al2Si4O10(OH)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophyllite",1,1,1 ], "a white, silvery, or green micaceous mineral that consists of hydrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrophyllite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form and occurs in metamorphic rocks|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrosis",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for heartburn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrostat",1,1,1 ], "a device that activates an alarm or extinguisher in the event of a fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrostat",1,1,2 ], "a thermostat for use at high temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrosulphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt of pyrosulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrosulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "a fuming liquid acid made by adding sulphur trioxide to concentrated sulphuric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrosulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "acid| Formula: H2S2O7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrotechnics",1,1,1 ], "the art or craft of making fireworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrotechnics",1,1,2 ], "a firework display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrotechnics",1,1,3 ], "brilliance of display, as in the performance of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxene",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of dark coloured minerals consisting of the silicates of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxene",1,1,1 ], "magnesium, iron, and calcium| They occur in basic igneous rocks and of some metamorphic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxene",1,1,1 ], "rocks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxenite",1,1,1 ], "a very dark coarse-grained ultrabasic rock consisting entirely of pyroxene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxenite",1,1,1 ], "minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxylin",1,1,1 ], "a yellow substance obtained by nitrating cellulose with a mixture of nitric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxylin",1,1,1 ], "adhesives" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyroxylin",1,1,1 ], "and sulphuric acids; guncotton: used to make collodion, plastics, lacquers, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhic",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot of two short or unstressed syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to such a metrical foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhic",1,2,2 ], "(of poetry) composed in pyrrhics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhic",2,1,1 ], "a war dance of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhic",2,2,1 ], "of or relating to this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhotite",1,1,1 ], "a common bronze-coloured magnetic mineral consisting of ferrous sulphide in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhotite",1,1,1 ], "hexagonal crystalline form| Formula: FeS" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhuloxia",1,1,1 ], "America, with a short parrot-like bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrhuloxia",1,1,1 ], "a grey-and-pink crested bunting, Pyrrhuloxia sinuata, of Central and SW North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrole",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C4H5N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrole",1,1,1 ], "a colourless insoluble toxic liquid having a five-membered ring containing one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrole",1,1,1 ], "nitrogen atom, found in many naturally occurring compounds, such as chlorophyll|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrolidine",1,1,1 ], "an almost colourless liquid occurring in tobacco leaves and made commercially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrolidine",1,1,1 ], "by hydrogenating pyrrole| It is a strongly alkaline heterocyclic base with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyrrolidine",1,1,1 ], "molecules that contain a ring of four carbon atoms and one nitrogen atom| Formula: C4H9N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pyrruvic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless pleasant-smelling liquid formed as an intermediate in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyrruvic acid",1,1,1 ], "metabolism of proteins and carbohydrates; 2-oxopropanoic acid| Formula: CH3COCH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "python",1,1,1 ], "Australia, such as Python reticulatus They reach a length of more than 20 feet and kill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "python",1,1,1 ], "any large nonvenomous snake of the family Pythonidae of Africa, S Asia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "python",1,1,1 ], "their prey by constriction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "pythoness",1,1,1 ], "a woman, such as Apollo's priestess at Delphi, believed to be possessed by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pythoness",1,1,1 ], "oracular spirit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pythoness",1,1,2 ], "a female soothsayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyuria",1,1,1 ], "any condition characterized by the presence of pus in the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyx",1,1,1 ], "the chest in which coins from the British mint are placed to be tested for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyx",1,1,1 ], "weight, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyx",1,1,2 ], "any receptacle in which the Eucharistic Host is kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyxidium",1,1,1 ], "off when mature so that the seeds are released" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyxidium",1,1,1 ], "the dry fruit of such plants as the plantain: a capsule whose upper part falls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyxie",1,1,1 ], "a creeping evergreen shrub, Pyxidanthera barbulata, of the eastern U|S| with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyxie",1,1,1 ], "small white or pink star-shaped flowers: family Diapensiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "pyxis",1,1,1 ], "a small box used by the ancient Greeks and Romans to hold medicines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyxis",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for pyx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "pyxis",1,1,3 ], "another name for pyxidium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p| & p|",1,1,1 ], "postage and packing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,1 ], "page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,10 ], "pro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,2 ], "part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,3 ], "participle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,4 ], "past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,5 ], "per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,5,1 ], "peseta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,5,2 ], "peso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,6 ], "pint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,7 ], "pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,8 ], "population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|",1,1,9 ], "post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|a|",1,1,1 ], "per annum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|c|",1,1,1 ], "per cent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|c|",1,1,2 ], "post card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|c|",1,1,3 ], "(in prescriptions) post cibum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|d|",1,1,1 ], "per diem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|d|",1,1,2 ], "potential difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|m|",1,1,1 ], "(indicating the time period from midday to midnight) post meridiem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|m|",1,1,2 ], "post-mortem (examination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|p|",1,1,1 ], "parcel post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|p|",1,1,2 ], "prepaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|p|",1,1,3 ], "postpaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|p|",1,1,4 ], "post prandium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|q|",1,1,1 ], "previous question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|r|(in prescriptions, etc|)" ,1, 1, 1],"per rectum",1). c_DEF([ "p|r|n|(in prescriptions, etc|)" ,1, 1, 1],"pro re nata",1). c_DEF([ "p|t|",1,1,1 ], "past tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "p|t|",1,1,2 ], "pro tempore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q" ,1, 1, 1],"Qs",1). c_DEF([ "q" ,1, 1, 2],"the 17th letter and 13th consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "q" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually a voiceless",1). c_DEF([ "q" ,1, 1, 3],"velar stop, as in unique and quick",2). c_DEF([ "q",1,1,1 ], "quintal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qadi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cadi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qibla",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kiblah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qintar",1,1,1 ], "an Albanian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a lek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ql|",1,1,1 ], "quintal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qoph",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of koph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qq|v|",1,1,1 ], "quae vide (denoting a cross reference to more than one item)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qr|",1,1,1 ], "quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qr|",1,1,2 ], "quarterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qr|",1,1,3 ], "quire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qto|",1,1,1 ], "quarto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qty|",1,1,1 ], "quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qt|" ,1, 2, 1],"quart",1). c_DEF([ "qua",1,1,1 ], "in the capacity of; by virtue of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack grass",1,1,1 ], "another name for couch grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack",1,1,1 ], "(of a duck) to utter a harsh guttural sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack",1,1,2 ], "to make a noise like a duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack",1,2,1 ], "the harsh guttural sound made by a duck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack",2,1,1,1 ], "an unqualified person who claims medical knowledge or other skills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack",2,1,2 ], "a doctor; physician or surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quack",2,2,1 ], "to act in the manner of a quack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quackery",1,1,1 ], "the activities or methods of a quack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quacksalver",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for quack'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quad",1,1,1 ], "short for quadrangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quad",2,1,1 ], "a block of type metal used for spacing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quad",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of quod (prison)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quad",4,1,1 ], "short for quadruplet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadragenarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who is between 40 and 49 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadragenarian",1,2,1 ], "being from 40 to 49 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrangle",1,1,1 ], "a plane figure consisting of four points connected by four lines that may or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrangle",1,1,1 ], "may not intersect| In a complete quadrangle, six lines connect all pairs of points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrangle",1,1,2 ], "a rectangular courtyard, esp| one having buildings on all four sides| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrangle",1,1,2 ], "shortened to quad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrangle",1,1,3 ], "the building surrounding such a courtyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,1,1 ], "a quarter of the circumference of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,1,2 ], "the area enclosed by two perpendicular radii of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,1,3 ], "any of the four sections into which a plane is divided by two coordinate axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,2 ], "a piece of a mechanism in the form of a quarter circle, esp| one used as a cam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,2 ], "or a gear sector" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,3 ], "altitudes of stars, consisting of a graduated arc of 90 degrees and a sighting mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,3 ], "an instrument formerly used in astronomy and navigation for measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrant",1,1,3 ], "attached to a movable arm" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quadraphonics",1,1,1 ], "a system of sound recording and reproduction that uses four independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadraphonics",1,1,1 ], "amplified signals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quadraphonics",1,1,1 ], "loudspeakers to give directional sources of sound| The speakers are fed by four separate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrat",1,1,1 ], "an area of vegetation, usually one square metre, randomly selected for study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrat",1,1,1 ], "of the plants in the surrounding area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrat",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for quad ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,1,1 ], "a cube, square, or a square or cubelike object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,1,2 ], "birds that articulates with the lower jaw| In mammals it forms the incus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,1,2 ], "one of a pair of bones of the upper jaw of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,2,2 ], "square or rectangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,3,1 ], "(kw$A!dre$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,4,1 ], "to make square or rectangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrate",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by with) to conform or cause to conform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadratic",1,1,1 ], "an equation containing one or more terms in which the variable is raised to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadratic",1,1,1 ], "the power of two, but no terms in which it is raised to a higher power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadratic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the second power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadratics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of algebra concerned with quadratic equations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrature",1,1,1 ], "figure or surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrature",1,1,1 ], "the process of determining a square having an area equal to that of a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrature",1,1,2 ], "the process of making square or dividing into squares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrature",1,1,3 ], "a configuration in which two celestial bodies, usually the sun and the moon or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrature",1,1,3 ], "a planet, form an angle of 90 degrees with a third body, usually the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrature",1,1,4 ], "the relationship between two waves that are 90 degrees out of phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrella",1,1,1 ], "the full name for a quaddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring every four years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrennial",1,1,2 ], "relating to or lasting four years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrennial",1,2,1 ], "a period of four years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrennium",1,1,1 ], "a period of four years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadri-",1,1,1 ], "four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadric",1,1,1 ], "having or characterized by an equation of the second degree, usually in two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadric",1,1,1 ], "three variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadric",1,1,2 ], "of the second degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadric",1,2,1 ], "a quadric curve, surface, or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadricentennial",1,1,1 ], "a 400th anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadricentennial",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or celebrating a 400th anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadriceps",1,1,1 ], "a large four-part muscle of the front of the thigh, which extends the leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrifid",1,1,1 ], "divided into four lobes or other parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadriga",1,1,1 ], "(in the classical world) a two-wheeled chariot drawn by four horses abreast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrilateral",1,1,1 ], "having or formed by four sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrilateral",1,2,1 ], "a polygon having four sides| A complete quadrilateral consists of four lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrilateral",1,2,1 ], "and their six points of intersection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrille",1,1,1 ], "a square dance of five or more figures for four or more couples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrille",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music for such a dance, alternating between simple duple and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrille",1,1,2 ], "compound duple time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrille",2,1,1 ], "an old card game for four players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%2%4)| U|S| word: septillion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 24 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%1%5)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadrillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 15 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrillion",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by a or a numeral)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrillion",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrillion",1,2,1,2 ], "a quadrillion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrinomial",1,1,1 ], "an algebraic expression containing four terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadripartite",1,1,1 ], "divided into or composed of four parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadripartite",1,1,2 ], "maintained by or involving four participants or groups of participants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadriplegia",1,1,1 ], "paralysis of all four limbs, usually as the result of injury to the spine|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrisect",1,1,1 ], "to divide into four parts, esp| into four equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrivalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for tetravalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrivial",1,1,1 ], "having or consisting of four roads meeting at a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrivial",1,1,2 ], "(of roads or ways) going in four directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrivial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the quadrivium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrivium",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval learning) the higher division of the seven liberal arts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrivium",1,1,1 ], "consisting of arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, and music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quadroon",1,1,1 ], "the offspring of a Mulatto and a White; a person who is one-quarter Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrophonics",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of quadraphonics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadrumanous",1,1,1 ], "(of monkeys and apes) having all four feet specialized for use as hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruped",1,1,1 ], "an animal, esp| a mammal, that has all four limbs specialized for walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruped",1,2,1 ], "having four feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruple time",1,1,1 ], "musical time in which there are four beats in each bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruple",1,1,1 ], "to multiply by four or increase fourfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruple",1,2,1 ], "four times as much or as many; fourfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruple",1,2,2 ], "consisting of four parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruple",1,3,1 ], "a quantity or number four times as great as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplet",1,1,1 ], "one of four offspring born at one birth| Often shortened to quad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplet",1,1,2 ], "a group or set of four similar things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplet",1,1,3 ], "a group of four notes to be played in a time value of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplex",1,1,1 ], "consisting of four parts; fourfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplicate",1,1,1 ], "(kw$A!dru$:pl$Ik$It, -~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplicate",1,1,2 ], "fourfold or quadruple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplicate",1,2,1 ], "(kw$A!dru$:pl$I~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplicate",1,2,2 ], "to multiply or be multiplied by four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplicate",1,3,1 ], "(kw$A!dru$:pl$Ik$It, -~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quadruplicate",1,3,2 ], "a group or set of four things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quad|",1,1,1 ], "quadrangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quad|",1,1,2 ], "quadrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quad|",1,1,3 ], "quadrilateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaere",1,1,1 ], "a query or question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaere",1,2,1 ], "ask or inquire: used esp| to introduce a question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaestor",1,1,1 ], "any of several magistrates of ancient Rome, usually a financial administrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaff",1,1,1 ], "to drink heartily or in one draught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quag",1,1,1 ], "another word for quagmire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quagga",1,1,1 ], "a recently extinct member of the horse family (Equidae), Equus quagga, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quagga",1,1,1 ], "shoulders" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quagga",1,1,1 ], "southern Africa: it had a sandy brown colouring with zebra-like stripes on the head and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quaggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaggy",1,1,2 ], "resembling a marsh or quagmire; boggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaggy",1,1,3 ], "yielding, soft, or flabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quagmire",1,1,1 ], "a soft wet area of land that gives way under the feet; bog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quagmire",1,1,2 ], "an awkward, complex, or embarrassing situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quahog",1,1,1 ], "an edible clam, Venus (or Mercenaria)mercenaria, native to the Atlantic coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quahog",1,1,1 ], "of North America, having a large heavy rounded shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quail",1,1,1 ], "any small Old World gallinaceous game bird of the genus Coturnix and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quail",1,1,1 ], "genera, having a rounded body and small tail: family Phasianidae (pheasants)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quail",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related American birds, such as the bobwhite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quail",2,1,1 ], "to shrink back with fear cower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaint",1,1,1 ], "attractively unusual, esp| in an old-fashioned style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaint",1,1,2 ], "odd, peculiar, or inappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quake",1,1,1 ], "to shake or tremble with or as with fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quake",1,1,2 ], "to convulse or quiver, as from instability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quake",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of quaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quake",1,2,2 ], "short for earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaking grass",1,1,1 ], "any grass of the genus Briza, of N temperate regions and South America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaking grass",1,1,1 ], "delicate flower branches that shake in the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quaky",1,1,1 ], "quakier, quakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaky",1,1,2 ], "inclined to quake; shaky; tremulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quale",1,1,1 ], "an essential property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualification",1,1,1 ], "an ability, quality, or attribute, esp| one that fits a person to perform a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualification",1,1,1 ], "particular job or task" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "qualification",1,1,2 ], "a condition that modifies or limits; restriction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualification",1,1,3 ], "the act of qualifying or state of being qualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualified",1,1,1 ], "having the abilities, qualities, attributes, etc|, necessary to perform a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualified",1,1,1 ], "particular job or task" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "qualified",1,1,2 ], "limited, modified, or restricted; not absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualifier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that qualifies, esp| a contestant in a competition who wins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualifier",1,1,1 ], "a preliminary heat or contest and so earns the right to take part in the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "qualifier",1,1,1 ], "round" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "qualifier",1,1,2 ], "a preliminary heat or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualifier",1,1,3 ], "another word for modifier ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,1,1 ], "task, office, duty, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,1,1 ], "to provide or be provided with the abilities or attributes necessary for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,1,2 ], "to make less strong, harsh, or violent; moderate or restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,2,1 ], "to modify or change the strength or flavour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,3,1 ], "another word for modify ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,4,1 ], "to attribute a quality to; characterize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,5,1 ], "contests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "qualify",1,5,1 ], "to progress to the final stages of a competition, as by winning preliminary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualitative",1,1,1 ], "involving or relating to distinctions based on quality or qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality control",1,1,1 ], "control of the relative quality of a manufactured product, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality control",1,1,1 ], "statistical sampling techniques" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,1 ], "a distinguishing characteristic, property, or attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,2 ], "the basic character or nature of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,3 ], "a trait or feature of personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,4 ], "degree or standard of excellence, esp| a high standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,5 ], "(formerly) high social status or the distinction associated with it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,6 ], "musical tone colour; timbre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,7 ], "affirmative or negative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,7 ], "the characteristic of a proposition that is dependent on whether it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,8 ], "mouth, tongue, etc|, when it is articulated and distinguished from the pitch and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,8 ], "stress with which it is uttered" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,8 ], "the distinctive character of a vowel, determined by the configuration of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quality",1,1,9 ], "having or showing excellence or superiority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualm",1,1,1 ], "a sudden feeling of sickness or nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualm",1,1,2 ], "a pang or sudden feeling of doubt, esp| concerning moral conduct; scruple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qualm",1,1,3 ], "a sudden sensation of misgiving or unease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quamash",1,1,1 ], "another name for camass ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quandary",1,1,1 ], "a situation or circumstance that presents problems difficult to solve;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quandary",1,1,1 ], "predicament; dilemma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quandong",1,1,1,1 ], "a small Australian santalaceous tree, Eucarya acuminata (or Fusanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quandong",1,1,1,1 ], "acuminatus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quandong",1,1,1,2 ], "the edible fruit or nut of this tree, used in preserves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quandong",1,1,2 ], "silver quandong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quandong",1,1,2,1 ], "an Australian tree, Elaeocarpus grandis: family Elaeocarpaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quandong",1,1,2,2 ], "the pale easily worked timber of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quango",1,1,1 ], "acronym for quasi-autonomous national government organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quant",1,1,1 ], "a long pole for propelling a boat, esp| a punt, by pushing on the bottom of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quant",1,1,1 ], "river or lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quant",1,2,1 ], "to propel (a boat) with a quant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quanta",1,1,1 ], "the plural of quantum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a quantum or an entity that is quantized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantal",1,1,2 ], "denoting something that is capable of existing in only one of two states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantic" ,1, 1, 1],"a homogeneous function of two or more variables in a rational and integral",1). c_DEF([ "quantic" ,1, 1, 1],"form, as in x ,2 + 3xy,,y ,2 ",2). c_DEF([ "quantifier",1,1,1 ], "a symbol indicating the quantity of a term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantifier",1,1,2 ], "a word or phrase in a natural language having this role, such as some, all, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantifier",1,1,2 ], "many in English" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to discover or express the quantity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantify",1,1,2 ], "or no" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantify",1,1,2 ], "to specify the quantity of (a term) by using a quantifier, such as all, some," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantitative",1,1,1 ], "involving or relating to considerations of amount or size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantitative",1,1,2 ], "capable of being measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantitative",1,1,3 ], "denoting or relating to a metrical system, such as that in Latin and Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantitative",1,1,3 ], "verse, that is based on the relative length rather than stress of syllables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantity surveyor",1,1,1 ], "a person who estimates the cost of the materials and labour necessary for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity surveyor",1,1,1 ], "construction job" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantity theory",1,1,1 ], "a theory stating that the general price level varies directly with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity theory",1,1,1 ], "inversely with the volume of production expressed by the total number of money" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quantity theory",1,1,1 ], "quantity of money in circulation and the velocity with which it is circulated, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantity theory",1,1,1 ], "transactions" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,1,1 ], "a specified or definite amount, weight, number, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,2 ], "the aspect or property of anything that can be measured, weighed, counted," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,3 ], "a large or considerable amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,4 ], "an entity having a magnitude that is denoted by a constant, a variable, or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,4 ], "combination of both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,5 ], "a specified magnitude or amount; the product of a number and a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,6 ], "particular statement, considering all or only part of a class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,6 ], "the characteristic of a proposition dependent on whether it is a universal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantity",1,1,7 ], "the relative duration of a syllable or the vowel in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantize",1,1,1 ], "quantum numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantize",1,1,1 ], "to restrict (a physical quantity) to one of a set of values characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantize",1,1,2 ], "to limit (a variable) to values that are integral multiples of a basic unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum mechanics",1,1,1 ], "behaviour of elementary particles and atoms, which do not obey Newtonian mechanics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantum mechanics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mechanics, based on the quantum theory used for interpreting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum number",1,1,1 ], "a particle or system of particles| The number multiplied by a fixed quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantum number",1,1,1 ], "gives the amount of some specified physical quantity possessed by the system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quantum number",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of integers or half-integers characterizing the energy levels of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum statistics",1,1,1 ], "particles or atoms among possible quantized energy levels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantum statistics",1,1,1 ], "statistics concerned with the distribution of a large collection of elementary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum theory",1,1,1 ], "a theory concerning the behaviour of physical systems based on Planck's idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum theory",1,1,1 ], "in discrete amounts (quanta)| The theory later developed in several equivalent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quantum theory",1,1,1 ], "mathematical forms based on De Broglie's theory (see wave mechanics) and on the Heisenberg" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "quantum theory",1,1,1 ], "that they can only possess certain properties, such as energy and angular momentum," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantum theory",1,1,1 ], "uncertainty principle" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "quantum",1,1,1,1 ], "can possess according to the quantum theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quantum",1,1,1,1 ], "the smallest quantity of some physical property, such as energy, that a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum",1,1,1,2 ], "a particle with such a unit of energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum",1,1,2 ], "amount or quantity, esp| a specific amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum",1,1,3 ], "the least possible amount that can suffice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quantum",1,1,4 ], "something that can be quantified or measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaquaversal",1,1,1 ], "directed outwards in all directions from a common centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine flag",1,1,1 ], "flag, to indicate that there is disease aboard" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine flag",1,1,1 ], "that there is no disease aboard and to request pratique or, with a second signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine flag",1,1,1 ], "the yellow signal flag for the letter Q, flown alone from a vessel to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine",1,1,1 ], "a period of isolation or detention, esp| of persons or animals arriving from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine",1,1,1 ], "abroad, to prevent the spread of disease, usually consisting of the maximum known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine",1,1,1 ], "incubation period of the suspected disease" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine",1,1,2 ], "the place or area where such detention is enforced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine",1,1,3 ], "any period or state of enforced isolation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarantine",1,2,1 ], "to isolate in or as if in quarantine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quare",1,1,1 ], "remarkable or strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quare",1,1,2 ], "great or good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quark",1,1,1 ], "antiparticles to be fundamental units of all baryons and mesons| The magnitude of their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quark",1,1,1 ], "any of three hypothetical elementary particles postulated together with their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quark",1,1,1 ], "charge is either two thirds or one third of that of the electron" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quarrel",1,1,1 ], "an angry disagreement; argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrel",1,1,2 ], "a cause of disagreement or dispute; grievance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrel",1,3,1 ], "to engage in a disagreement or dispute; argue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrel",1,3,2 ], "to find fault; complain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrel",2,1,1 ], "an arrow having a four-edged head, fired from a crossbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrel",2,1,2 ], "a small square or diamond-shaped pane of glass, usually one of many in a fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrel",2,1,2 ], "or casement window and framed with lead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarrelsome",1,1,1 ], "inclined to quarrel or disagree; belligerent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrian",1,1,1 ], "Australia, that feeds on seeds and grasses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarrian",1,1,1 ], "a cockatiel, Leptolophus hollandicus, of scrub and woodland regions of inland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarrier",1,1,1 ], "another word for quarryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarry tile",1,1,1 ], "a square or diamond-shaped unglazed floor tile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarry" ,1, 1, 1],"an open surface excavation for the extraction of building stone, slate,",1). c_DEF([ "quarry" ,1, 1, 1],"marble, etc|, by drilling, blasting, or cutting",2). c_DEF([ "quarry" ,1, 1, 2],"a copious source of something, esp| information",1). c_DEF([ "quarry" ,1, 2, 1],"to extract (stone, etc|) from or as if from a quarry",1). c_DEF([ "quarry" ,1, 2, 2],"to excavate a quarry in",1). c_DEF([ "quarry" ,1, 2, 3],"to obtain (something, esp| information) diligently and laboriously",1). c_DEF([ "quarry",2,1,1 ], "an animal, bird, or fish that is hunted, esp| by other animals; prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarry",2,1,2 ], "anything pursued or hunted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarry",3,1,1 ], "a square or diamond shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarry",3,1,2 ], "something having this shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarry",3,1,3 ], "another word for quarrel'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarryman",1,1,1 ], "a man who works in or manages a quarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quart",1,1,1 ], "a unit of liquid measure equal to a quarter of a gallon or two pints| 1 U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quart",1,1,1 ], "equal to 1|2009 U|S| quarts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quart",1,1,1 ], "quart (0|946 litre) is equal to 0|8326 U|K| quart| 1 U|K| quart (1|136 litres) is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quart",1,1,2 ], "a unit of dry measure equal to 2 pints or one eighth of a peck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quart",2,1,1 ], "a sequence of four cards in the same suit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quart",2,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of quarte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartan",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a malarial fever) occurring every third day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarte",1,1,1 ], "in fencing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarte",1,1,1 ], "the fourth of eight basic positions from which a parry or attack can be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter crack",1,1,1 ], "a sand crack on the inside of the forefoot of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter day",1,1,1 ], "Scotland they are Candlemas, Whit Sunday, Lammas, and Martinmas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quarter day",1,1,1 ], "Wales, and Ireland these are Lady Day, Midsummers Day, Michaelmas, and Christmas| In" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter day",1,1,1 ], "any of four days in the year when certain payments become due| In England," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter grain",1,1,1 ], "the grain of quartersawn timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter horse",1,1,1 ], "a small powerful breed of horse, originally bred for sprinting in quarter-mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter horse",1,1,1 ], "races in Virginia in the late 18th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter note",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for crotchet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter plate",1,1,1 ], "a photographic plate measuring 8|3 X 10|8 cm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter round",1,1,1 ], "another name for ovolo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter section",1,1,1 ], "a land measure, used in surveying, with sides half a mile long; 160 acres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter sessions",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a criminal court held four times a year before justices of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter sessions",1,1,1 ], "appeals from petty sessions|Replaced in 1972 by crown courts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quarter sessions",1,1,1 ], "peace or a recorder, empowered to try all but the most serious offences and to hear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter tone",1,1,1 ], "a quarter of a whole tone; a pitch interval corresponding to 50 cents measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter tone",1,1,1 ], "on the well-tempered scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,1 ], "one of four equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, amount, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,10 ], "mast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,10 ], "the part of a vessel's side towards the stern, usually aft of the aftermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,11 ], "the general direction along the water in the quadrant between the beam of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,11 ], "vessel and its stern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,12 ], "a region or district of a town or city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,13 ], "a region, direction, or point of the compass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,14 ], "an unspecified person or group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,15 ], "give quarter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,15 ], "mercy or pity, as shown to a defeated opponent (esp| in the phrases ask for or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,16 ], "any of the four limbs, including the adjacent parts, of the carcass of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,16 ], "quadruped or bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,17 ], "the side part of the wall of a horse's hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,18 ], "the part of a shoe or boot covering the heel and joining the vamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,19 ], "one of four more or less equal quadrants into which a shield may be divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by four (1/4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,20 ], "short for quartermaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,3 ], "a quarter of a dollar; 25-cent piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,4 ], "a unit of weight equal to a quarter of a hundredweight| 1 U|S| quarter is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,4 ], "equal to 25 pounds; 1 Brit| quarter is equal to 28 pounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,5 ], "short for quarter-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,6 ], "a fourth part of a year; three months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,6,1 ], "one fourth of the moon's period of revolution around the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,6,2 ], "either of two phases of the moon, first quarter or last quarter, when half of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,6,2 ], "the lighted surface is visible from the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,7 ], "a unit of weight equal to a quarter of a pound or 4 ounces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,8 ], "a unit of capacity for grain, etc|, usually equal to 8 U|K| bushels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,1,9 ], "one of the four periods into which certain games are divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,2,1 ], "to divide into four equal or nearly equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,3,1 ], "to divide into any number of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,4,1 ], "(esp| formerly) to dismember (a human body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,4,2 ], "lodgings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,4,2 ], "to billet or be billeted in lodgings, esp| (of military personnel) in civilian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,5,1 ], "(of gun dogs or hounds) to range over an area of ground in search of game or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,5,1 ], "the scent of quarry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,6,1 ], "(of the wind) to blow onto a vessel's quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,7,1,1 ], "to divide (a shield) into four separate bearings with a cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,7,1,2 ], "to place (one set of arms) in diagonally opposite quarters to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter",1,8,1 ], "being or consisting of one of four equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter-bound",1,1,1 ], "(of a book) having a binding consisting of two types of material, the better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter-bound",1,1,1 ], "type being used on the spine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter-hour",1,1,1 ], "a period of 15 minutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter-hour",1,1,2 ], "after the hour, and sometimes 30 minutes after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarter-hour",1,1,2 ], "any of the points on the face of a timepiece that mark 15 minutes before or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter-miler",1,1,1 ], "an athlete who specializes in running the quarter mile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarter-phase",1,1,1 ], "another term for two-phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterage",1,1,1 ], "an allowance or payment made quarterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterage",1,1,2 ], "shelter or lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterback",1,1,1 ], "a player in American football, positioned usually behind the centre, who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterback",1,1,1 ], "directs attacking play" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarterback",1,1,2 ], "Monday-morning quarterbacking| wisdom after the event, esp| by spectators" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterdeck",1,1,1 ], "naval vessel for official or ceremonial use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarterdeck",1,1,1 ], "the after part of the weather deck of a ship, traditionally the deck on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartered",1,1,1 ], "(of a shield) divided into four sections, each having contrasting arms or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartered",1,1,1 ], "having two sets of arms, each repeated in diagonally opposite corners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartered",1,1,2 ], "(of a log) sawn into four equal parts along two diameters at right angles to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartered",1,1,2 ], "each other; quartersawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarterfinal",1,1,1 ], "the round before the semifinal in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartering",1,1,1 ], "the allocation of accommodation to service personnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartering",1,1,1,1 ], "intermarriages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartering",1,1,1,1 ], "the marshalling of several coats of arms on one shield, usually representing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartering",1,1,1,2 ], "any coat of arms marshalled in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterlight",1,1,1 ], "a small pivoted window in the door of a car for ventilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterly" ,1, 1, 1],"occurring, done, paid, etc|, at intervals of three months",1). c_DEF([ "quarterly" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or consisting of a quarter",1). c_DEF([ "quarterly" ,1, 2, 2],"a periodical issued every three months",1). c_DEF([ "quarterly" ,1, 3, 1],"once every three months",1). c_DEF([ "quarterly" ,1, 3, 2],"into or in quarters",1). c_DEF([ "quartermaster",1,1,1 ], "an officer responsible for accommodation, food, and equipment in a military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartermaster",1,1,1 ], "unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartermaster",1,1,2 ], "a rating in the navy, usually a petty officer, with particular responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartermaster",1,1,2 ], "for steering a ship and other navigational duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartern",1,1,1 ], "a fourth part of certain weights or measures, such as a peck or a pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartern",1,1,1,1 ], "a type of loaf 4 inches square, used esp| for making sandwiches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartern",1,1,1,2 ], "any loaf weighing 1600 g when baked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarters",1,1,1 ], "families" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarters",1,1,1 ], "housing or accommodation, esp| as provided for military personnel and their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarters",1,1,2 ], "the stations assigned to military personnel, esp| to each crew members of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarters",1,1,2 ], "warship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarters",1,1,3 ], "(in India) housing provided by an employer or by the government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartersaw",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to saw (timber) into quarters along two diameters of a log at right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartersaw",1,1,1 ], "angles to each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarterstaff",1,1,1 ], "a stout iron-tipped wooden staff about 6ft| long, formerly used in England as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarterstaff",1,1,1 ], "a weapon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarterstaff",1,1,2 ], "the use of such a staff in fighting, sport, or exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartet",1,1,1 ], "a group of four singers or instrumentalists or a piece of music composed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartet",1,1,1 ], "such a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartet",1,1,2 ], "any group of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartic",1,2,1 ], "another word for biquadratic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartile",1,1,1 ], "into four groups with equal frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartile",1,1,1 ], "one of three actual or notional values of a variable dividing its distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartile",1,2,1 ], "denoting or relating to a quartile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartile",1,2,2 ], "degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartile",1,2,2 ], "denoting an aspect of two heavenly bodies when their longitudes differ by 90" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarto",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper, usually crown or demy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quarto",1,1,1 ], "into four leaves or eight pages, each one quarter the size of the sheet| Often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quarto",1,1,1 ], "written: 4to, 4 degrees " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quartz crystal",1,1,1 ], "a thin plate or rod cut in certain directions from a piece of piezoelectric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartz crystal",1,1,1 ], "quartz and accurately ground so that it vibrates at a particular frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartz glass",1,1,1 ], "a colourless glass composed of almost pure silica, resistant to very high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartz glass",1,1,1 ], "temperatures and transparent to near-ultraviolet radiation| Sometimes shortened to quartz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartz",1,1,1 ], "a hard glossy mineral consisting of silicon dioxide in hexagonal crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartz",1,1,1 ], "and amethyst| Formula: SiO2" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "quartz",1,1,1 ], "crystal and as several impure coloured varieties including agate, chalcedony, flint," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quartz",1,1,1 ], "form: present in most rocks, esp| sandstone and granite| It occurs as colourless rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartz",1,1,2 ], "short for quartz glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartz-iodine lamp",1,1,1 ], "an electric light bulb consisting of a quartz envelope enclosing an inert gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartz-iodine lamp",1,1,1 ], "containing iodine vapour and a tungsten filament| It is used in some car headlights, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quartziferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or composed of quartz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartzite",1,1,1 ], "a white or grey sandstone composed of quartz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartzite",1,1,2 ], "a very hard metamorphic rock consisting of a mosaic of intergrown quartz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quartzite",1,1,2 ], "crystals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quart|",1,1,1 ], "quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quart|",1,1,2 ], "quarterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quar|",1,1,1 ], "quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quar|",1,1,2 ], "quarterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasar",1,1,1 ], "(greater than 1|5), which imply enormous velocities of recession, distances of several" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quasar",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of quasi-stellar objects, first detected in 1963, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasar",1,1,1 ], "ordinary galaxy" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "quasar",1,1,1 ], "powerful sources of radio waves and other forms of energy| Many have large red shifts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quasar",1,1,1 ], "thousand million light-years, and luminosities 200 times greater than that of an" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "quash",1,1,1 ], "to subdue forcefully and completely; put down; suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quash",1,1,2 ], "to annul or make void (a law, decision, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quash",1,1,3 ], "to reject (an indictment, writ, etc|) as invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-",1,1,1 ], "almost but not really; seemingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-",1,1,2 ], "resembling but not actually being; so-called" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-contract",1,1,1 ], "an implied contract which arises without the express agreement of the parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-judicial",1,1,1 ], "as those exercised by an arbitrator, administrative tribunal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-judicial",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to powers and functions similar to those of a judge, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-stellar object",1,1,1 ], "(strong radio sources) and quasi-stellar galaxies (no traceable radio emission), both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-stellar object",1,1,1 ], "a member of any of several classes of astronomical bodies, including quasars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quasi-stellar object",1,1,1 ], "of which have exceptionally large red shifts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quass",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of kvass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quassia",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the tropical American simaroubaceous genus Quassia, having bitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quassia",1,1,1 ], "bark and wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quassia",1,1,2 ], "the bark and wood of Quassia amara and of a related tree, Picrasma excelsa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quassia",1,1,2 ], "used in furniture making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quassia",1,1,3 ], "a bitter compound extracted from this bark and wood, formerly used as a tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quassia",1,1,3 ], "and anthelmintic, now used in insecticides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quatercentenary",1,1,1 ], "a 400th anniversary or the year or celebration marking it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaternary ammonium compound",1,1,1 ], "a type of ionic compound that can be regarded as derived from ammonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaternary ammonium compound",1,1,1 ], "compounds by replacing the hydrogen atoms with organic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quaternary" ,1, 1, 1],"consisting of fours or by fours",1). c_DEF([ "quaternary" ,1, 1, 2],"fourth in a series",1). c_DEF([ "quaternary" ,1, 1, 3],"containing or being an atom bound to four other atoms or groups",1). c_DEF([ "quaternary" ,1, 1, 4],"having four variables",1). c_DEF([ "quaternion",1,1,1 ], "a generalized complex number consisting of four components, x,,x0,x1i,x2j +" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaternion",1,1,1 ], "x3k, where x, x0|||x3 are real numbers and i'2 = j'2 = k'2 = -1, ij = -ji = k, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quaternion",1,1,2 ], "another word for quaternary ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaternity",1,1,1 ], "a group of four, esp| a concept of God as consisting of four persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quatrain",1,1,1 ], "a stanza or poem of four lines, esp| one having alternate rhymes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quatre",1,1,1 ], "a playing card with four pips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quatrefoil",1,1,1 ], "a leaf, such as that of certain clovers, composed of four leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quatrefoil",1,1,2 ], "a carved ornament having four foils arranged about a common centre, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quatrefoil",1,1,2 ], "used in tracery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quattrocento",1,1,1 ], "the 15th century, esp| in reference to Renaissance Italian art and literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaver",1,1,1 ], "to say or sing (something) with a trembling voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaver",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of the voice) to quiver, tremble, or shake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaver",1,3,1 ], "to sing or play quavers or ornamental trills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaver",1,4,1 ], "a note having the time value of an eighth of a semibreve| Usual U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quaver",1,4,1 ], "eighth note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quaver",1,4,2 ], "a tremulous sound or note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quay",1,1,1 ], "a wharf, typically one built parallel to the shoreline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quayage",1,1,1 ], "a system of quays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quayage",1,1,2 ], "a charge for the use of a quay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quayside",1,1,1 ], "the edge of a quay along the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quean",1,1,1,1 ], "a boisterous, impudent, or disreputable woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quean",1,1,1,2 ], "a prostitute; whore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quean",1,1,2 ], "a young unmarried woman or girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queasy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queasy",1,1,2 ], "having the feeling that one is about to vomit; nauseous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queasy",1,1,3 ], "feeling or causing uneasiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quebracho",1,1,1 ], "balansae, having a tannin-rich hard wood used in tanning and dyeing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quebracho",1,1,1 ], "either of two anacardiaceous South American trees, Schinopsis lorentzii or S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quebracho",1,1,2 ], "an apocynaceous South American tree, Aspidosperma quebrachoblanco, whose bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quebracho",1,1,2 ], "yields alkaloids used in medicine and tanning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quebracho",1,1,3 ], "the wood or bark of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quebracho",1,1,4 ], "any of various other South American trees having hard wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen consort",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a reigning king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen dowager",1,1,1 ], "the widow of a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen mother",1,1,1 ], "the widow of a former king who is also the mother of the reigning sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen of puddings",1,1,1 ], "a pudding of meringue and breadcrumbs, with various flavourings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen olive",1,1,1 ], "a variety of olive having large fleshy fruit suitable for pickling, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen olive",1,1,1 ], "from around Seville in Spain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen post",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of vertical posts that connect the tie beam of a truss to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen post",1,1,1 ], "principal rafters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen regent",1,1,1 ], "a queen who acts as regent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen regnant",1,1,1 ], "a queen who reigns on her own behalf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen substance",1,1,1 ], "a pheromone secreted by queen honeybees and consumed by the workers, in whom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen substance",1,1,1 ], "it causes suppression of egg-laying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,2 ], "a female sovereign who is the official ruler or head of state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,3 ], "a woman or a thing personified as a woman considered the best or most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,3 ], "important of her kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,4 ], "a male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,4,1 ], "termites, from the eggs of which the entire colony develops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,4,1 ], "the only fertile female in a colony of social insects, such as bees, ants, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,5 ], "a queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,5 ], "one of four playing cards in a pack, one for each suit, bearing the picture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,6 ], "a chess piece, theoretically the most powerful piece, able to move in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,1,6 ], "straight line in any direction or diagonally, over any number of squares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,2,1 ], "to promote (a pawn) to a queen when it reaches the eighth rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,3,1 ], "to crown as queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,4,1 ], "to reign as queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,4,2 ], "queen it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen",1,4,3 ], "(often foll| by over)Informal| to behave in an overbearing manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen's English",1,1,1 ], "(when the British sovereign is female) standard Southern British English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen's evidence",1,1,1 ], "(when the sovereign is female) evidence given for the Crown against his former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queen's evidence",1,1,1 ], "associates in crime by an accomplice (esp| in the phrase turn queen's evidence)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queen's highway",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain when the sovereign is female) any public road or right of way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queencake",1,1,1 ], "a small heart-shaped cake containing currants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queenly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queenly",1,1,2 ], "resembling or appropriate to a queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queenly",1,1,3 ], "having the rank of queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queenly",1,2,1 ], "in a manner appropriate to a queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer street",1,1,1 ], "a difficult situation, such as debt or bankruptcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer street",1,1,2 ], "(in the phrase in queer street)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,1,1 ], "differing from the normal or usual in a way regarded as odd or strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,1,2 ], "suspicious, dubious, or shady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,1,3 ], "faint, giddy, or queasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,1,4 ], "homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,1,5 ], "odd or unbalanced mentally; eccentric or slightly mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,1,6 ], "worthless or counterfeit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,2,1 ], "a homosexual, usually a male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,3,1 ], "to spoil or thwart (esp| in the phrase queer someone's pitch)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer",1,3,2 ], "to put in a difficult or dangerous position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queer-bashing",1,1,1 ], "homosexuals or supposed homosexuals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "queer-bashing",1,1,1 ], "the activity of making vicious and unprovoked physical assaults upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quell",1,1,1 ], "to suppress or beat down (rebellion, disorder, etc|); subdue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quell",1,1,2 ], "to overcome or allay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quelquechose",1,1,1 ], "an insignificant thing; mere trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,1 ], "to satisfy (one's thirst, desires, etc|); slake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,2 ], "to put out (a fire, flame, etc|); extinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,3 ], "to put down or quell; suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,4 ], "to cool (hot metal) by plunging it into cold water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,5 ], "molecules or a material) by adding a suitable substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,5 ], "to reduce the degree of (luminescence or phosphorescence) in (excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,5,1 ], "to suppress (sparking) when the current is cut off in an inductive circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quench",1,1,5,2 ], "to suppress (an oscillation or discharge) in a component or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quenelle",1,1,1 ], "a finely sieved mixture of cooked meat or fish, shaped into various forms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quenelle",1,1,1 ], "cooked in stock or fried as croquettes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quercetin",1,1,1 ], "C15H10O7; melting pt: 316-7 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quercetin",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline pigment found naturally as its glycosides in the rind and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quercetin",1,1,1 ], "bark of many plants| It is used in medicine to treat fragile capillaries| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quercine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the oak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "querist",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes inquiries or queries; questioner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quern",1,1,1 ], "a stone hand mill for grinding corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "querulous",1,1,1 ], "inclined to make whining or peevish complaints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "querulous",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or proceeding from a complaining fretful attitude or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "querulous",1,1,2 ], "disposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "query" ,1, 1, 1],"a question, esp| one expressing doubt, uncertainty, or an objection",1). c_DEF([ "query" ,1, 1, 2],"a less common name for ,question mark",1). c_DEF([ "query" ,1, 3, 1],"to express uncertainty, doubt, or an objection concerning (something)",1). c_DEF([ "query" ,1, 3, 2],"to put a question to (a person); ask",1). c_DEF([ "quest",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of looking for or seeking; search" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval romance) an expedition by a knight or company of knights to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,1,2 ], "accomplish some prescribed task, such as finding the Holy Grail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,1,3 ], "the object of a search; goal or target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,1,4 ], "a collection of alms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,2,1 ], "(foll| by for or after) to go in search (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,2,2 ], "to go on a quest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,2,3 ], "(of gun dogs or hounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,2,3,1 ], "to search for game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,2,3,2 ], "to bay when in pursuit of game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,2,4 ], "to collect alms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quest",1,2,5 ], "to go in search of (a thing); seek or pursue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question mark",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark , used at the end of questions and in other contexts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question mark",1,1,1 ], "where doubt or ignorance is implied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question mark",1,1,2 ], "mistake, as in a chess commentary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question mark",1,1,2 ], "this mark used for any other purpose, as to draw attention to a possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question master",1,1,1 ], "the chairman of a radio or television quiz or panel game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question time",1,1,1 ], "(in parliamentary bodies of the British type) a period of time set aside each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question time",1,1,1 ], "day for members to question government ministers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,1 ], "a form of words addressed to a person in order to elicit information or evoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,1 ], "a response; interrogative sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,10 ], "(in English law) that part of the issue before a court that is decided by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,10 ], "judge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,11 ], "beg the question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,11,1 ], "to avoid giving a direct answer by posing another question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,11,2 ], "to assume the truth of that which is intended to be proved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,12 ], "beyond question| beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,13 ], "(any) dispute or doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,14 ], "call in or into question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,14,1 ], "to make (something) the subject of disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,14,2 ], "to cast doubt upon the validity, truth, etc|, of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,15 ], "in question| under discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,16 ], "out of the question|beyond consideration; unthinkable or impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,17 ], "pop the question| Informal| to ask a girl to marry one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,18 ], "put to the question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,19 ], "(formerly) to interrogate (a person accused of heresy) by torture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,2 ], "a point at issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,3 ], "a difficulty or uncertainty; doubtful point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,3,1 ], "an act of asking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,3,2 ], "an investigation into some problem or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,4 ], "a motion presented for debate by a deliberative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,5 ], "motion presented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,5 ], "put the question|to require members of a deliberative assembly to vote on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,6 ], "a matter submitted to a court or other tribunal for judicial or quasi-judicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,6 ], "decision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,7 ], "question of fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,8 ], "(in English law) that part of the issue before a court that is decided by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,8 ], "jury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,1,9 ], "question of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,2,1 ], "to put a question or questions to (a person); interrogate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,2,2 ], "to make (something) the subject of dispute or disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "question",1,2,3 ], "to express uncertainty about the validity, truth, etc|, of (something); doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questionable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a person''s morality or honesty) admitting of some doubt; dubious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questionable",1,1,2 ], "of disputable value or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questioning",1,1,1 ], "proceeding from or characterized by a feeling of doubt or uncertainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questioning",1,1,2 ], "enthusiastic or eager for philosophical or other investigations;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questioning",1,1,2 ], "intellectually stimulated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "questionless",1,1,1 ], "blindly adhering, as to a principle or course of action; unquestioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questionless",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for unquestionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questionnaire",1,1,1 ], "a set of questions on a form, submitted to a number of people in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "questionnaire",1,1,1 ], "collect statistical information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "questor",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of quaestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ques|",1,1,1 ], "question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quetzal",1,1,1 ], "a crested bird, Pharomachrus mocinno, of Central and N South America, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quetzal",1,1,1 ], "family Trogonidae, order Trogoniformes (trogons)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quetzal",1,1,1 ], "has a brilliant green, red, and white plumage and, in the male, long tail feathers:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quetzal",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of Guatemala, divided into 100 centavos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "queue" ,1, 1, 1],"a line of people, vehicles, etc|, waiting for something",1). c_DEF([ "queue" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|, often foll| by up) to form or remain in a line while waiting",1). c_DEF([ "queue" ,1, 2, 1],"word: line",2). c_DEF([ "qui vive",1,1,1 ], "on the alert; attentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quibble",1,1,1 ], "to make trivial objections; prevaricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quibble",1,1,2 ], "to play on words; pun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quibble",1,2,1 ], "a trivial objection or equivocation, esp| one used to avoid an issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quibble",1,2,2 ], "a pun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiche",1,1,1 ], "an open savoury tart with a rich custard filling to which bacon, onion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiche",1,1,1 ], "cheese, etc|, are added" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick assets",1,1,1 ], "assets readily convertible into cash; liquid current assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick fire" ,1, 1, 1],"rapid continuous gunfire, esp| at a moving target",1). c_DEF([ "quick grass",1,1,1 ], "another name for couch grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick march",1,1,1 ], "a march at quick time or the order to proceed at such a pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick march",1,2,1 ], "a command to commence such a march" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick time",1,1,1 ], "the normal marching rate of 120 paces to the minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick trick",1,1,1 ], "a high card almost certain to win a trick, usually an ace or a king: the unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick trick",1,1,1 ], "in one of the systems of hand valuation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,1,1 ], "(of an action, movement, etc|) performed or occurring during a comparatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,1,1 ], "short time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,1,2 ], "lasting a comparatively short time; brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,1,3 ], "accomplishing something in a time that is shorter than normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,1,4 ], "characterized by rapidity of movement; swift or fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,1,5 ], "immediate or prompt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,1 ], "eager or ready to perform (an action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,10 ], "composed of living plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,11 ], "(of sand) lacking firmness through being wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,12 ], "pregnancy, when the movements of the fetus can be felt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,12 ], "quick with child| Archaic| pregnant, esp| being in an advanced state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,2 ], "responsive to stimulation; perceptive or alert; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,3 ], "eager or enthusiastic for learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,4 ], "easily excited or aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,5 ], "skilfully swift or nimble in one's movements or actions; deft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,5,1 ], "alive; living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,5,2 ], "living people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,6 ], "(esp| in the phrase the quick and the dead)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,7 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,8 ], "lively or eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,2,9 ], "(of a fire) burning briskly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,3,1 ], "any area of living flesh that is highly sensitive to pain or touch, esp| that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,3,1 ], "under a toenail or fingernail or around a healing wound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,3,2 ], "the vital or most important part (of a thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,3,3 ], "short for quickset ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,3,4 ], "cut to the quick| to hurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,3,5 ], "(a person''s) feelings deeply; offend gravely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,4,1 ], "in a rapid or speedy manner; swiftly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,4,2 ], "soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,5,1 ], "a command requiring the hearer to perform an action immediately or in as short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick",1,5,1 ], "a time as possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick-change artist",1,1,1 ], "an actor or entertainer who undertakes several rapid changes of costume during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick-change artist",1,1,1 ], "his performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick-freeze",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to preserve (food) by subjecting it to rapid refrigeration at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick-freeze",1,1,1 ], "temperatures of 0 degrees C or lower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quick-tempered",1,1,1 ], "readily roused to anger; irascible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick-witted",1,1,1 ], "having a keenly alert mind, esp| as used to avert danger, make effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quick-witted",1,1,1 ], "reply, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quicken",1,1,1 ], "to make or become faster; accelerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicken",1,1,2 ], "to impart to or receive vigour, enthusiasm, etc|; stimulate or be stimulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicken",1,1,3 ], "to make or become alive; revive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicken",1,1,3,1 ], "(of an unborn fetus)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicken",1,1,4 ], "to begin to show signs of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicken",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a pregnant woman) to reach the stage of pregnancy at which movements of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicken",1,1,4,2 ], "the fetus can be felt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quickie",1,1,1 ], "a speedily consumed alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quickie",1,1,2 ], "anything made, done, produced, or consumed rapidly or in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicklime",1,1,1 ], "another name for calcium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicksand",1,1,1 ], "a deep mass of loose wet sand that sucks anything on top of it inextricably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicksand",1,1,1 ], "into it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quickset",1,1,1,1 ], "a plant or cutting, esp| of hawthorn, set so as to form a hedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quickset",1,1,1,2 ], "such plants or cuttings collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quickset",1,1,2 ], "a hedge composed of such plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quickset",1,2,1 ], "composed of such plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicksilver",1,1,1 ], "another name for mercury ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quicksilver",1,2,1 ], "rapid or unpredictable in movement or change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quickstep" ,1, 1, 1],"a modern ballroom dance in rapid quadruple time",1). c_DEF([ "quickstep" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance",1). c_DEF([ "quickstep" ,1, 2, 1],"to perform this dance",1). c_DEF([ "quid pro quo",1,1,1 ], "a reciprocal exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quid pro quo",1,1,2 ], "for another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quid pro quo",1,1,2 ], "something given in compensation, esp| an advantage or object given in exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quid",1,1,1 ], "a piece of tobacco, suitable for chewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quid",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for pound (sterling)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quid",2,1,2 ], "not the full quid| Austral| slang| mentally subnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiddity",1,1,1 ], "the essential nature of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiddity",1,1,2 ], "a petty or trifling distinction; quibble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quidnunc",1,1,1 ], "a person eager to learn news and scandal; gossipmonger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiescent",1,1,1 ], "quiet, inactive, or dormant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,1 ], "characterized by an absence or near absence of noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,2 ], "calm, or tranquil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,2 ], "characterized by an absence of turbulent motion or disturbance; peaceful," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,3 ], "free from activities, distractions, worries, etc|; untroubled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,4 ], "private; not public; secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,5 ], "free from anger, impatience, or other extreme emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,6 ], "free from pretentiousness or vain display; modest or reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,7 ], "(of the sun) exhibiting a very low number of sunspots, solar flares, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,1,7 ], "surface phenomena inactive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,2,1 ], "the state of being silent, peaceful, or untroubled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,2,2 ], "on the quiet| without other people knowing; secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiet",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for quieten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quieten",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by down) to make or become calm, silent, etc|; pacify or become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quieten",1,1,1 ], "peaceful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quieten",1,2,1 ], "to allay (fear, doubts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quietism",1,1,1 ], "a form of religious mysticism originating in Spain in the late 17th century," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quietism",1,1,1 ], "requiring withdrawal of the spirit from all human effort and complete passivity to God's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quietism",1,1,1 ], "will" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quietly",1,1,1 ], "in a quiet manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quietly",1,1,2 ], "just quietly| Austral| between you and me; confidentially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quietude",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being quiet, peaceful, calm, or tranquil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quietus",1,1,1 ], "anything that serves to quash, eliminate, or kill;to give the quietus to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quietus",1,1,1 ], "rumour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quietus",1,1,2 ], "a release from life; death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quietus",1,1,3 ], "the discharge or settlement of debts, duties, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiff",1,1,1 ], "a prominent tuft of hair, esp| one brushed up above the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill pen",1,1,1 ], "another name for quill ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the large stiff feathers of the wing or tail of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,1,2 ], "the long hollow central part of a bird's feather; calamus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,2 ], "a bird's feather made into a pen for writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,3 ], "any of the stiff hollow spines of a porcupine or hedgehog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,4 ], "a device, formerly usually a crow's feather, for plucking a harpsichord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,4 ], "string" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,5 ], "a small roll of bark, esp| one of dried cinnamon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,6 ], "(in weaving) a bobbin or spindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,7 ], "a fluted fold, as in a ruff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,8 ], "a hollow shaft that rotates upon an inner spindle or concentrically about an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,1,8 ], "internal shaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,2,1 ], "to wind (thread, etc|) onto a spool or bobbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quill",1,2,2 ], "to make or press fluted folds in (a ruff, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quillai",1,1,1 ], "another name for soapbark ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quillet",1,1,1 ], "a quibble or subtlety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quillon",1,1,1 ], "either half of the extended crosspiece of a sword or dagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quillwort",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic pteridophyte plant of the genus Isoetes, with quill-like leaves at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quillwort",1,1,1 ], "the bases of which are spore-producing structures: family Isoetaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,1,1 ], "a thick warm cover for a bed, consisting of a soft filling sewn between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,1,1 ], "layers of material, usually with criss-cross seams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,1,2 ], "a bedspread or counterpane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,1,3 ], "anything quilted or resembling a quilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,2,1 ], "between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,2,1 ], "to stitch together (two pieces of fabric) with (a thick padding or lining)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,2,2 ], "to create (a garment, covering, etc|) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,2,3 ], "to pad with material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilt",1,2,4 ], "to strike; clout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilting",1,1,1 ], "material used for making a quilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilting",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of making a quilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quilting",1,1,3 ], "quilted work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quim",1,1,1 ], "the female genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quin",1,1,1 ], "short for quintuplet ,1,2| U|S| word: quint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinacrine",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for mepacrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinary" ,1, 1, 1],"consisting of fives or by fives",1). c_DEF([ "quinary" ,1, 1, 2],"fifth in a series",1). c_DEF([ "quinary" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a number system) having a base of five",1). c_DEF([ "quinary" ,1, 2, 2],"a set of five",1). c_DEF([ "quinate",1,1,1 ], "arranged in or composed of five parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quince",1,1,1 ], "a small widely cultivated Asian rosaceous tree, Cydonia oblonga, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quince",1,1,1 ], "pinkish-white flowers and edible pear-shaped fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quince",1,1,2 ], "the acid-tasting fruit of this tree, much used in preserves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quincentenary",1,1,1 ], "a 500th anniversary or the year or celebration marking it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quincuncial",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or having the appearance of a quincunx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quincuncial",1,1,2 ], "(of the petals or sepals of a five-membered corolla or calyx in the bud)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quincuncial",1,1,2 ], "arranged so that two members overlap another two completely and the fifth overlaps on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quincuncial",1,1,2 ], "one margin and is itself overlapped on the other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quincunx",1,1,1 ], "a group of five objects arranged in the shape of a rectangle with one at each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quincunx",1,1,1 ], "of the four corners and the fifth in the centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quincunx",1,1,2 ], "a quincuncial arrangement of sepals or petals in the bud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quincunx",1,1,3 ], "an aspect of 150 degrees between two planets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quindecagon",1,1,1 ], "a geometric figure having 15 sides and 15 angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quindecaplet",1,1,1 ], "a group of 15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quindecaplet",1,1,2 ], "one of a group of 15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quindecennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring once every 15 years or over a period of 15 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quindecennial",1,2,1 ], "a 15th anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinic acid",1,1,1 ], "1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic acid| Formula: C6H7(OH)4COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quinic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble optically active carboxylic acid, found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinic acid",1,1,1 ], "cinchona bark, bilberries, coffee beans, and the leaves of certain other plants;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quinidine",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline alkaloid drug that is an optically active isomer of quinine:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinidine",1,1,1 ], "used to treat heart arrhythmias| Formula: C20H24N2O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quinine",1,1,1 ], "a bitter crystalline alkaloid extracted from cinchona bark, the salts of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinine",1,1,1 ], "are used as a tonic, antipyretic, analgesic, etc|, and (usually in combination with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quinine",1,1,1 ], "chloroquine and similar drugs) in malaria therapy| Formula: C20H24N2O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quinnat salmon",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chinook salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quino-",1,1,1 ], "indicating cinchona, cinchona bark, or quinic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinol",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydroquinone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinoline",1,1,1 ], "an oily colourless insoluble basic heterocyclic compound synthesized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinoline",1,1,1 ], "heating aniline, nitrobenzene, glycerol, and sulphuric acid: used as a food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quinoline",1,1,1 ], "preservative and in the manufacture of dyes and antiseptics| Formula: C9H7N" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quinoline",1,1,2 ], "any substituted derivative of quinoline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinone",1,1,1 ], "another name for benzoquinone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinonoid",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or derived from quinone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquagenarian",1,1,1 ], "a person between 50 and 59 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquagenarian",1,2,1 ], "being between 50 and 59 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquagenarian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a quinquagenarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinque-",1,1,1 ], "five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquecentenary",1,1,1 ], "another name for quincentenary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquefoliate",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) having or consisting of five leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring once every five years or over a period of five years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquennial",1,2,1 ], "another word for quinquennium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquennial",1,2,2 ], "a fifth anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquennium",1,1,1 ], "a period or cycle of five years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquepartite",1,1,1 ], "divided into or composed of five parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquepartite",1,1,2 ], "maintained by or involving five participants or groups of participants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquereme",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman galley with five banks of oars on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinquevalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for pentavalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinsy",1,1,1 ], "abscesses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quinsy",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the tonsils and surrounding tissues with the formation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quint",1,1,1 ], "(kw$Int)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quint",1,1,2 ], "an organ stop sounding a note a fifth higher than that normally produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quint",1,1,2 ], "the key depressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quint",1,1,3 ], "(k$Int)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quint",1,1,4 ], "a sequence of five cards in the same suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintain",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in medieval Europe) a post or target set up for tilting exercises for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintain",1,1,1 ], "mounted knights or foot soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quintain",1,1,2 ], "the exercise of tilting at such a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintal",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equal to 100 pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintal",1,1,2 ], "a unit of weight equal to 100 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintan",1,1,1 ], "(of a fever) occurring every fourth day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinte",1,1,1 ], "fencing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quinte",1,1,1 ], "the fifth of eight basic positions from which a parry or attack can be made in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintessence",1,1,1 ], "the most typical representation of a quality, state, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintessence",1,1,2 ], "an extract of a substance containing its principle in its most concentrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintessence",1,1,2 ], "form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quintessence",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient and medieval philosophy) ether, the fifth and highest essence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintessence",1,1,3 ], "element after earth, water, air, and fire, which was thought to be the constituent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quintessence",1,1,3 ], "matter of the heavenly bodies and latent in all things" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quintet",1,1,1 ], "a group of five singers or instrumentalists or a piece of music composed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintet",1,1,1 ], "such a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quintet",1,1,2 ], "any group of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the fifth degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintile",1,1,1 ], "an aspect of 72 degrees between two heavenly bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%3%0)| U|S| word: nonillion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quintillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 30 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%1%8)| Brit| word: trillion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quintillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 18 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuple",1,1,1 ], "to multiply by five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuple",1,2,1 ], "five times as much or as many; fivefold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuple",1,2,2 ], "consisting of five parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuple",1,3,1 ], "a quantity or number five times as great as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplet",1,1,1 ], "a group or set of five similar things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplet",1,1,2 ], "one of five offspring born at one birth| Often shortened to quin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplet",1,1,3 ], "a group of five notes to be played in a time value of three, four, or some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplet",1,1,3 ], "other value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplicate",1,1,1 ], "(kw$In!tju$:pl$Ik$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplicate",1,1,2 ], "fivefold or quintuple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplicate",1,2,1 ], "(kw$In!tju$:pl$I~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplicate",1,2,2 ], "to multiply or be multiplied by five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplicate",1,3,1 ], "(kw$In!tju$:pl$Ik$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quintuplicate",1,3,2 ], "a group or set of five things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinze",1,1,1 ], "a card game with rules similar to those of vingt-et-un, except that the score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quinze",1,1,1 ], "aimed at is 15 rather than 21" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quip" ,1, 1, 1],"a sarcastic or cutting remark; gibe",1). c_DEF([ "quip" ,1, 1, 2],"a witty or clever saying",1). c_DEF([ "quip" ,1, 1, 3],"another word for ,quibble",1). c_DEF([ "quip" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a quip",1). c_DEF([ "quipster",1,1,1 ], "a person inclined to make sarcastic or witty remarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quipu",1,1,1 ], "a device of the Incas of Peru used to record information, consisting of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quipu",1,1,1 ], "arrangement of variously coloured and knotted cords attached to a base cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quire",1,1,1 ], "a set of 24 or 25 sheets of paper; a twentieth of a ream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quire",1,1,1,1 ], "four sheets of paper folded once to form a section of 16 pages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quire",1,1,1,2 ], "a section or gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quire",1,1,2 ], "a set of all the sheets in a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quire",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete spelling of choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quirk",1,1,1 ], "an individual peculiarity of character; mannerism or foible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quirk",1,1,2 ], "an unexpected twist or turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quirk",1,1,3 ], "a continuous groove in an architectural moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quirk",1,1,4 ], "a flourish, as in handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quirt",1,1,1 ], "a whip with a leather thong at one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quirt",1,2,1 ], "to strike with a quirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quisling",1,1,1 ], "a traitor who aids an occupying enemy force; collaborator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quist",1,1,1 ], "West Midland and southwestern English dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quist",1,1,2 ], "a wood pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quit",1,1,1 ], "to desist or cease from (something or doing something); break off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quit",1,2,1 ], "to depart from; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quit",1,2,2 ], "to resign; give up (a job)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quit",1,2,3 ], "to release one's grasp upon (something held)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quit",1,3,1 ], "to pay off (a debt); discharge or settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quit",1,4,1 ], "to conduct or acquit (oneself); comport (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quit",1,5,1 ], "free (from); released (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quitch grass",1,1,1 ], "another name for couch grass| Sometimes shortened to quitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quitclaim",1,1,1 ], "a formal renunciation of any claim against a person or of a right to land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quitclaim",1,2,1,1 ], "to renounce (a claim, etc|) formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quitclaim",1,2,1,2 ], "to declare (a person) free from liability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quite",1,1,1 ], "to the greatest extent; completely or absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quite",1,1,2 ], "to a noticeable or partial extent; somewhat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quite",1,1,3 ], "in actuality; truly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quite",1,1,4 ], "quite a or an| of an exceptional, considerable, or noticeable kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quite",1,1,5 ], "quite something| a remarkable or noteworthy thing or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quite",1,2,1 ], "an expression used to indicate agreement or assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quitrent",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a rent payable by a freeholder or copyholder to his lord that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quitrent",1,1,1 ], "released him from liability to perform services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quits",1,1,1 ], "on an equal footing; even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quits",1,1,2 ], "are even" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quits",1,1,2 ], "call it quits| to agree to end a dispute, contest, etc|, agreeing that honours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quits",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation indicating willingness to give up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quittance",1,1,1 ], "release from debt or other obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quittance",1,1,2 ], "a receipt or other document certifying this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quittor",1,1,1 ], "infection of the cartilages on the side of a horse's foot, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quittor",1,1,1 ], "inflammation and the formation of pus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quiver",1,1,1 ], "to shake with a rapid tremulous movement; tremble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiver",1,2,1 ], "the state, process, or noise of shaking or trembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiver",2,1,1 ], "a case for arrows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiverful",1,1,1 ], "the amount that a quiver can hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiverful",1,1,2 ], "a fair number or full complement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quixotic",1,1,1 ], "impractically idealistic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quixotic",1,1,1 ], "preoccupied with an unrealistically optimistic or chivalrous approach to life;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"an entertainment in which the general or specific knowledge of the players is",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"tested by a series of questions, esp| as a radio or television programme",2). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 2],"any set of quick questions designed to test knowledge",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 3],"an investigation by close questioning; interrogation",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 4],"a practical joke; hoax",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 5],"a puzzling or eccentric individual",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 6],"a person who habitually looks quizzically at others, esp| through a small",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 1, 6],"monocle",2). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 3, 1],"to investigate by close questioning; interrogate",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 3, 2],"to test or examine the knowledge of (a student or class)",1). c_DEF([ "quiz" ,1, 3, 4],"to look quizzically at, esp| through a small monocle",1). c_DEF([ "quizmaster",1,1,1 ], "a person who puts questions to contestants on a quiz programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quizzical",1,1,1 ], "questioning and mocking or supercilious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quo warranto",1,1,1 ], "a proceeding initiated to determine or (formerly) a writ demanding by what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quo warranto",1,1,1 ], "authority a person claims an office, franchise, or privilege" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quod erat demonstrandum",1,1,1 ], "which was to be proved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quod",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quodlibet",1,1,1 ], "a light piece of music based on two or more popular tunes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quodlibet",1,1,2 ], "a subtle argument, esp| one prepared as an exercise on a theological topic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoin",1,1,1 ], "an external corner of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoin",1,1,2 ], "a stone forming the external corner of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoin",1,1,3 ], "another name for keystone ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoin",1,1,4 ], "a metal or wooden wedge or an expanding mechanical device used to lock type up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoin",1,1,4 ], "in a chase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quoin",1,1,5 ], "a wedge used for any of various other purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoit",1,1,1 ], "a ring of iron, plastic, rope, etc|, used in the game of quoits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoit",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of coit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoits",1,1,1 ], "a game in which quoits are tossed at a stake in the ground in attempts to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoits",1,1,1 ], "encircle it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quokka",1,1,1 ], "a small wallaby, Setonix brachyurus, formerly abundant in swampy coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quokka",1,1,1 ], "regions of Western Australia but now rare, occurring mostly on offshore islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quondam" ,1, 1, 1],"of an earlier time",1). c_DEF([ "quorum",1,1,1 ], "a minimum number of members in an assembly, society, board of directors, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quorum",1,1,1 ], "required to be present before any valid business can be transacted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quota",1,1,1 ], "allocated to a person or group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quota",1,1,1 ], "the proportional share or part of a whole that is due from, due to, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quota",1,1,2 ], "a prescribed number or quantity, as of items to be manufactured, imported, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quota",1,1,2 ], "exported, immigrants admitted to a country, or students admitted to a college" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quotable",1,1,1 ], "apt or suitable for quotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotation mark",1,1,1 ], "and or ` and ' in English printing and writing| When double marks are used, single" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quotation mark",1,1,1 ], "either of the punctuation marks used to begin or end a quotation, respectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotation mark",1,1,1 ], "marks indicate a quotation within a quotation, and vice versa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,1 ], "a phrase or passage from a book, poem, play, etc|, remembered and spoken, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,1 ], "to illustrate succinctly or support a point or an argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,2 ], "the act or habit of quoting from books, plays, poems, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,3 ], "a statement of the current market price of a security or commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,4 ], "an estimate of costs submitted by a contractor to a prospective client;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,4 ], "tender" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,5 ], "and other securities of the company or body to be officially listed and traded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,5 ], "registration granted to a company or governmental body, enabling the shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotation",1,1,6 ], "a large quadrat that is less than type-high and is used to fill up spaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,1,1 ], "illustrating or supporting a statement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,1,1 ], "to recite a quotation (from a book, play, poem, etc|), esp| as a means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,2,1 ], "to put quotation marks round (a word, phrase, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,2,2 ], "to state (a current market price) of (a security or commodity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,3,1 ], "an informal word for quotation 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,3,2 ], "an informal word for quotation mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,4,1 ], "an expression used parenthetically to indicate that the words that follow it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quote",1,4,1 ], "form a quotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quoth",1,1,1 ], "(used with all pronouns except thou and you, and with nouns) another word for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quoth",1,1,1 ], "said ,1,2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quotha",1,1,1 ], "an expression of mild sarcasm, used in picking up a word or phrase used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotha",1,1,1 ], "someone else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "quotidian",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of attacks of malarial fever) recurring daily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotidian",1,1,2 ], "every day; commonplace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotidian",1,2,1 ], "a malarial fever characterized by attacks that recur daily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotient",1,1,1,1 ], "the result of the division of one number or quantity by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotient",1,1,1,2 ], "the integral part of the result of division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quotient",1,1,2 ], "a ratio of two numbers or quantities to be divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "quot|",1,1,1 ], "quotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qu|",1,1,1 ], "queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qu|",1,1,2 ], "query" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qu|",1,1,3 ], "question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "qy|",1,1,1 ], "query" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|",1,1,1 ], "quart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|",1,1,2 ], "quarter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|",1,1,3 ], "quarterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|",1,1,4 ], "query" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|",1,1,5 ], "question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|",1,1,6 ], "quire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|e|",1,1,1 ], "quod est" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|l|(in prescriptions)" ,1, 1, 1],"quantum libet",1). c_DEF([ "q|m|(in prescriptions)" ,1, 1, 1],"quaque mane",1). c_DEF([ "q|n|(in prescriptions)" ,1, 1, 1],"quaque nocte",1). c_DEF([ "q|s|",1,1,1 ], "(in prescriptions) quantum sufficit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|s|",1,1,2 ], "quarter section (of land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|t|",1,1,1 ], "quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|t|",1,1,2 ], "on the q|t| secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "q|v|(denoting a cross reference)" ,1, 1, 1],"quod vide",1). c_DEF([ "r" ,1, 1, 1],"the 18th letter and 14th consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "r" ,1, 1, 2],"a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually an alveolar",1). c_DEF([ "r" ,1, 1, 2],"semivowel, as in red",2). c_DEF([ "r-RNA",1,1,1 ], "ribosomal RNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r-colour",1,1,1 ], "an (r) quality imparted to certain vowels, usually by retroflexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabato",1,1,1 ], "a wired or starched collar, often of intricate lace, that stood up at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabato",1,1,1 ], "and sides: worn in the 17th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabbet",1,2,1 ], "another word for rebate ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbi",1,1,1 ], "congregation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabbi",1,1,1 ], "the chief religious minister of a synagogue; the spiritual leader of a Jewish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbi",1,1,1,1 ], "a scholar learned in Jewish Law, esp| one authorized to teach it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbi",1,1,1,2 ], "one of the early Jewish scholars whose teachings are included in the Talmud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbinate",1,1,1 ], "the position, function, or tenure of office of a rabbi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbinate",1,1,2 ], "rabbis collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbinical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the rabbis, their teachings, writings, views, language, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbinism",1,1,1 ], "the teachings and traditions of the rabbis of the Talmudic period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for tularaemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit punch",1,1,1 ], "a short sharp blow to the back of the neck that can cause loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit punch",1,1,1 ], "consciousness or even death| Austral| name: rabbit killer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,1,1 ], "any of various common gregarious burrowing leporid mammals, esp| Oryctolagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,1,1 ], "cuniculus of Europe and North Africa and the cottontail of America| They are closely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,1,1 ], "related and similar to hares but are smaller and have shorter ears" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,1,2 ], "the fur of such an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,1,3 ], "a novice or poor performer at a game or sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,2,1 ], "to hunt or shoot rabbits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by on or away)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit",1,2,3 ], "to talk inconsequentially; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit-proof fence",1,1,1,1 ], "a fence through which rabbits are unable to pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit-proof fence",1,1,1,2 ], "Austral| informal| a boundary between certain Australian states, marked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbit-proof fence",1,1,1,2 ], "such a fence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabbiter",1,1,1 ], "a person who traps and sells rabbits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbitfish",1,1,1 ], "a large chimaera, Chimaera monstrosa, common in European seas, with separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbitfish",1,1,1 ], "caudal and anal fins and a long whiplike tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabbitfish",1,1,2 ], "Indo-Pacific waters| They have a rabbit-like snout and spines on the pelvic or ventral fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabbitfish",1,1,2 ], "any of the spiny-finned tropical marine fishes of the family Siganidae of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbitoh",1,1,1 ], "an itinerant seller of rabbits for eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbitry",1,1,1 ], "a place where tame rabbits are kept and bred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabbitry",1,1,2 ], "the rabbits kept in such a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabble",1,1,1 ], "a disorderly crowd; mob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabble",1,1,2 ], "the| Contemptuous| the common people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabble",2,1,1 ], "an iron tool or mechanical device for stirring, mixing, or skimming a molten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabble",2,1,1 ], "charge in a roasting furnace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rabble",2,2,1 ], "to stir, mix, or skim (the molten charge) in a roasting furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabble-rouser",1,1,1 ], "a person who manipulates the passions of the mob; demagogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabi",1,1,1 ], "(in Pakistan, India, etc|) a crop that is harvested at the end of winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabid",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having rabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabid",1,1,2 ], "zealous; fanatical; violent; raging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabies",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious viral disease of the nervous system transmitted by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rabies",1,1,1 ], "aversion to water, convulsions, and paralysis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rabies",1,1,1 ], "saliva of infected animals, esp| dogs| It is characterized by excessive salivation," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon dog",1,1,1 ], "a canine mammal, Nyctereutes procyonoides, inhabiting woods and forests near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon dog",1,1,1 ], "resembling those of a raccoon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon dog",1,1,1 ], "rivers in E Asia| It has long yellowish-brown black-tipped hair and facial markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon",1,1,1 ], "Carnivora" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon",1,1,1 ], "any omnivorous mammal of the genus Procyon, esp| P| lotor , inhabiting forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon",1,1,1 ], "of North and Central America and the West Indies: family Procyonidae, order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon",1,1,2 ], "(carnivores)| Raccoons have a pointed muzzle, long tail, and greyish-black fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon",1,1,2 ], "with black bands around the tail and across the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raccoon",1,1,3 ], "the fur of the North American raccoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race meeting",1,1,1 ], "a prearranged fixture for racing horses (or sometimes greyhounds) over a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race meeting",1,1,1 ], "course at set times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race off",1,1,1 ], "to entice (a person) away with a view to seduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race relations",1,1,1 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race relations",1,1,1 ], "the relations between members of two or more human races, esp| within a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race relations",1,1,2 ], "the branch of sociology concerned with such relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race riot",1,1,1 ], "a riot among members of different races in the same community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,1 ], "a contest of speed, as in running, swimming, driving, riding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,10 ], "not in the race| Austral| informal| given or having no chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,2 ], "any competition or rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,3 ], "rapid or constant onward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,4 ], "a rapid current of water, esp| one through a narrow channel that has a tidal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,4 ], "range greater at one end than the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,5 ], "a channel of a stream, esp| one for conducting water to or from a water wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,5 ], "or other device for utilizing its energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,5,1 ], "a channel or groove that contains ball bearings or roller bearings or that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,5,1 ], "restrains a sliding component" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,5,2 ], "the inner or outer cylindrical ring in a ball bearing or roller bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,6 ], "a narrow passage or enclosure in a sheep yard through which sheep pass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,6 ], "individually, as to a sheep dip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,7 ], "a wire tunnel through which footballers pass from the changing room onto a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,7 ], "football field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,8 ], "another name for slipstream ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,1,9 ], "the span or course of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,2,1 ], "to engage in a contest of speed with (another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,2,2 ], "or pastime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,2,2 ], "to engage (oneself or one's representative) in a race, esp| as a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,2,3 ], "to move or go as fast as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,2,4 ], "etc|) to run at high speed, esp| after reduction of the load or resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",1,2,4 ], "to run (an engine, shaft, propeller, etc|) or (of an engine, shaft, propeller," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,1 ], "Caucasoid, Mongoloid, and Negroid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,1 ], "a group of people of common ancestry, distinguished from others by physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,1 ], "characteristics, such as hair type, colour of eyes and skin, stature, etc| Principal races are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,2 ], "the human race| human beings collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,3 ], "a group of animals or plants having common characteristics that distinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,3 ], "isolated group; subspecies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,3 ], "them from other members of the same species, usually forming a geographically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "race",2,1,4 ], "a group of people sharing the same interests, characteristics, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "race",3,1,1 ], "a ginger root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racecard",1,1,1 ], "a card or booklet at a race meeting with the times of the races, names of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racecard",1,1,1 ], "runners, etc|, printed on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racecourse",1,1,1 ], "a long broad track, usually of grass, enclosed between rails, and with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racecourse",1,1,1 ], "starting and finishing points marked upon it, over which horses are raced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racegoer",1,1,1 ], "one who attends a race meeting, esp| a habitual frequenter of race meetings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racehorse",1,1,1 ], "a horse specially bred for racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raceme",1,1,1 ], "an inflorescence in which the flowers are borne along the main stem, with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raceme",1,1,1 ], "oldest flowers at the base| It can be simple, as in the foxglove, or compound (see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raceme",1,1,1 ], "panicle)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "racemic acid",1,1,1 ], "juice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racemic acid",1,1,1 ], "the optically inactive form of tartaric acid that is sometimes found in grape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racemic",1,1,1 ], "isomers in such proportions that the mixture has no optical activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racemic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or being a mixture of dextrorotatory and laevorotatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racemize",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change into a racemic mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racemose",1,1,1 ], "being or resembling a raceme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racer",1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or machine that races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racer",1,1,2 ], "a turntable used to traverse a heavy gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racer",1,1,3 ], "any of several long slender nonvenomous North American snakes of the colubrid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racer",1,1,3 ], "genus Coluber and related genera, such as C| lateralis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "races",1,1,1 ], "a series of contests of speed between horses (or sometimes greyhounds) over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "races",1,1,1 ], "set course at prearranged times; a race meeting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racetrack",1,1,1 ], "a circuit or course, esp| an oval one, used for motor racing, speedway, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racetrack",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| word for a racecourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raceway",1,1,1 ], "another word for race ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raceway",1,1,2 ], "a racetrack, esp| one for banger racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rachis",1,1,1 ], "the main axis or stem of an inflorescence or compound leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rachis",1,1,2 ], "the shaft of a feather, esp| the part that carries the barbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rachis",1,1,3 ], "another name for vertebral column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rachitis",1,1,1 ], "another name for rickets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racial unconscious",1,1,1 ], "another term for collective unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racial",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to the division of the human species into races on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racial",1,1,1 ], "grounds of physical characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racial",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of any such group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racial",1,1,3 ], "relating to or arising from differences between the races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racial",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a subspecies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racialism",1,1,1 ], "hereditary factors and that this endows some races with an intrinsic superiority over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racialism",1,1,1 ], "others" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "racialism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that races have distinctive cultural characteristics determined by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racialism",1,1,2 ], "abusive or aggressive behaviour towards members of another race on the basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racialism",1,1,2 ], "of such a belief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racing",1,1,1 ], "denoting or associated with horse races" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racing",1,2,1 ], "the practice of engaging horses or sometimes greyhounds in contests of speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack railway",1,1,1 ], "a pinion on the locomotive to provide traction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack railway",1,1,1 ], "a steep mountain railway having a middle rail fitted with a rack that engages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack up",1,1,1 ], "to accumulate (points)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack up",1,1,2 ], "to arrange or straighten (frames) in a film projector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,1 ], "a framework for holding, carrying, or displaying a specific load or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,2 ], "a toothed bar designed to engage a pinion to form a mechanism that will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,2 ], "interconvert rotary and rectilinear motions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,3 ], "a framework fixed to an aircraft for carrying bombs, rockets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by the) an instrument of torture that stretched the body of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,4 ], "the victim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,5 ], "(esp| in the phrase on the rack)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,5 ], "a cause or state of mental or bodily stress, suffering, etc|; anguish; torment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,6 ], "(in pool, snooker, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,6,1 ], "the triangular frame used to arrange the balls for the opening shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,1,6,2 ], "the balls so grouped| Brit| equivalent: frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,1 ], "to torture on the rack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,2 ], "to cause great stress or suffering to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,3 ], "to strain or shake (something) violently, as by great physical force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,4 ], "to place or arrange in or on a rack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,5 ], "to move (parts of machinery or a mechanism) using a toothed rack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,6 ], "to raise (rents) exorbitantly; rack-rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,7 ], "rack one's brains| to strain in mental effort, esp| to remember something or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",1,2,7 ], "to find the solution to a problem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack",2,1,1 ], "destruction; wreck (obsolete except in the phrase go to rack and ruin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",3,1,1 ], "another word for single-foot, a gait of the horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",4,1,1 ], "a group of broken clouds moving in the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",4,2,1 ], "(of clouds) to be blown along by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",5,1,1 ], "to clear (wine, beer, etc|) as by siphoning it off from the dregs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",5,1,2 ], "to fill a container with (beer, wine, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack",6,1,1 ], "the neck or rib section of mutton, pork, or veal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack-and-pinion",1,1,1 ], "a device for converting rotary into linear motion and vice versa, in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack-and-pinion",1,1,1 ], "gearwheel (the pinion) engages with a flat toothed bar (the rack)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack-and-pinion",1,2,1 ], "(of a type of steering gear in motor vehicles) having a track rod with a rack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack-and-pinion",1,2,1 ], "along part of its length that engages with a pinion attached to the steering column" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack-rent",1,1,1 ], "a high rent that annually equals or nearly equals the value of the property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack-rent",1,1,1 ], "upon which it is charged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rack-rent",1,1,2 ], "any extortionate rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rack-rent",1,2,1 ], "to charge an extortionate rent for (property, land, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket press",1,1,1 ], "a device consisting of a frame closed by a spring mechanism, for keeping taut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket press",1,1,1 ], "the strings of a tennis racket, squash racket, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,1,1 ], "a noisy disturbance or loud commotion; clamour; din" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,1,2 ], "gay or excited revelry, dissipation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,1,3 ], "an illegal enterprise carried on for profit, such as extortion, fraud," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,1,3 ], "prostitution, drug peddling, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,1,4 ], "a business or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,1,4,1 ], "a medieval woodwind instrument of deep bass pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,1,4,2 ], "a reed stop on an organ of deep bass pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",1,2,1 ], "to go about gaily or noisily, in search of pleasure, excitement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",2,1,1 ], "a bat consisting of an open network of nylon or other strings stretched in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",2,1,1 ], "oval frame with a handle, used to strike the ball in tennis, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racket",2,1,2 ], "a snowshoe shaped like a tennis racket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket",2,2,1 ], "to strike (a ball, etc|) with a racket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racket-tail",1,1,1 ], "and kingfishers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racket-tail",1,1,1 ], "any of several birds with a racket-shaped tail, such as certain hummingbirds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racketeer",1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in illegal enterprises for profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racketeer",1,2,1 ], "to operate a racket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rackets",1,1,1,1 ], "a game similar to squash played in a large four-walled court by two or four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rackets",1,1,1,1 ], "players using rackets and a small hard ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rackets",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rackety",1,1,1 ], "noisy, rowdy, or boisterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racon",1,1,1 ], "another name for radar beacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raconteur",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in telling stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racoon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of raccoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racquet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of racket ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racy",1,1,1 ], "racier, raciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racy",1,1,2 ], "(of a person''s manner, literary style, etc|) having a distinctively lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racy",1,1,2 ], "and spirited quality; fresh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "racy",1,1,3 ], "having a characteristic or distinctive flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "racy",1,1,4 ], "suggestive; slightly indecent; risque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rad",1,1,1 ], "a unit of absorbed ionizing radiation dose equivalent to an energy absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rad",1,1,1 ], "per unit mass of 0|01 joule per kilogram of irradiated material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radar beacon",1,1,1 ], "a device for transmitting a coded radar signal in response to a signal from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radar beacon",1,1,1 ], "aircraft or ship| The coded signal is then used by the navigator to determine his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radar beacon",1,1,1 ], "position" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radar",1,1,1 ], "a method for detecting the position and velocity of a distant object, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radar",1,1,1 ], "a radarscope| The direction of the reflected beam and the time between" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "radar",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft| A narrow beam of extremely high-frequency radio pulses is transmitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radar",1,1,1 ], "and reflected by the object back to the transmitter, the signal being displayed on" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radar",1,1,1 ], "radiolocation" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "radar",1,1,1 ], "transmission and reception of a pulse determine the position of the object| Former name:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "radar",1,1,2 ], "the equipment used in such detection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radarscope",1,1,1 ], "a cathode-ray oscilloscope on which radar signals can be viewed| In a plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radarscope",1,1,1 ], "around a point, representing the antenna" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radarscope",1,1,1 ], "position indicator, the target is represented by a blip on a radial line that rotates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raddle",1,1,1 ], "another name for interweave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raddle",2,1,1 ], "to paint (the face) with rouge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raddle",2,3,1 ], "another word for ruddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raddled",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a person) unkempt or run-down in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial engine",1,1,1 ], "an internal-combustion engine having a number of cylinders arranged about a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial engine",1,1,1 ], "central crankcase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radial symmetry",1,1,1 ], "a type of structure of an organism or part of an organism in which a vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial symmetry",1,1,1 ], "cut through the axis in any of two or more planes produces two halves that are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radial symmetry",1,1,1 ], "mirror images of each other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radial tyre",1,1,1 ], "a motor-vehicle tyre having a radial-ply casing| Often shortened to radial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial velocity",1,1,1 ], "along a line from the observer to the object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radial velocity",1,1,1 ], "the component of the velocity of an object, esp| a celestial body, directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,1 ], "(of lines, bars, beams of light, etc|) emanating from a common central point;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,1 ], "arranged like the radii of a circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,2 ], "of, like, or relating to a radius or ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,3 ], "spreading out or developing uniformly on all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the arms of a starfish or similar radiating structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the radius or forearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,6 ], "(of velocity) in a direction along the line of sight of a celestial object and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,1,6 ], "measured by means of the red shift (or blue shift) of the spectral lines of the object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,2,1 ], "a radial part or section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,2,1,1 ], "any of the basal fin rays of most bony fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,2,1,2 ], "a radial or radiating structure, such as any of the ossicles supporting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,2,1,2 ], "oral disc of a sea star" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radial",1,2,2 ], "short for radial tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial-ply",1,1,1 ], "(of a motor tyre) having the fabric cords in the outer casing running radially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radial-ply",1,1,1 ], "to enable the sidewalls to be flexible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radian",1,1,1 ], "an SI unit of plane angle; the angle between two radii of a circle that cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radian",1,1,1 ], "equivalent to 57|296 degrees| Abbrev| rad" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radian",1,1,1 ], "off on the circumference an arc equal in length to the radius| 1 radian is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiance",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being radiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiance",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiance",1,1,2 ], "at right angles to the direction| Symbol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "radiance",1,1,2 ], "element of surface area divided by the orthogonal projection of this area onto a plane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radiance",1,1,2 ], "point on a surface| It is the radiant intensity in a given direction of a small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant efficiency",1,1,1 ], "by it| Symbol: he" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant efficiency",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the power emitted by a source of radiation to the power consumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant energy",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation| It is measured in joules| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant energy",1,1,1 ], "energy that is emitted or propagated in the form of particles or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant exitance",1,1,1 ], "emitted per unit area at a specified point on the surface| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant exitance",1,1,1 ], "the ability of a surface to emit radiation expressed as the radiant flux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant flux",1,1,1 ], "the rate of flow of energy as radiation| It is measured in watts| Symbol: Qe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant heat",1,1,1 ], "conduction or convection; infrared radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant heat",1,1,1 ], "heat transferred in the form of electromagnetic radiation rather than by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant heating",1,1,1 ], "a system of heating a building by radiant heat emitted from panels containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant heating",1,1,1 ], "electrical conductors, hot water, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant intensity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the amount of radiation emitted from a point expressed as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant intensity",1,1,1 ], "radiant flux per unit solid angle leaving this source| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,1,1 ], "sending out rays of light; bright; shining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,1,2 ], "characterized by health, intense joy, happiness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,1,3 ], "emitted or propagated by or as radiation; radiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,1,4 ], "(of a physical quantity in photometry) evaluated by absolute energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,1,4 ], "measurements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,2,1 ], "a point or object that emits radiation, esp| the part of a heater that gives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,2,1 ], "out heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiant",1,2,2 ], "the point in space from which a meteor shower appears to emanate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,1,1 ], "etc|) to be emitted as radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,1,1 ], "to emit (heat, light, or some other form of radiation) or (of heat, light," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,2,1 ], "(of lines, beams, etc|) to spread out from a centre or be arranged in a radial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,2,1 ], "pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,3,1 ], "(of a person) to show (happiness, health, etc|) to a great degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,4,1 ], "having rays; radiating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,4,2 ], "(of a capitulum) consisting of ray flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,4,3 ], "(of animals or their parts) showing radial symmetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiate",1,4,4 ], "adorned or decorated with rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation pattern",1,1,1 ], "radiation in the vicinity of a transmitting aerial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiation pattern",1,1,1 ], "the graphic representation of the strength and direction of electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation sickness",1,1,1 ], "diarrhoea, and in severe cases by sterility and cancer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radiation sickness",1,1,1 ], "illness caused by overexposure of the body or a part of the body to ionizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation sickness",1,1,1 ], "radiations from radioactive material or x-rays| It is characterized by vomiting," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,1,1 ], "the emission or transfer of radiant energy as particles, electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,1,1 ], "waves, sound, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,1,2 ], "nuclear decay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,1,2 ], "the particles, etc|, emitted, esp| the particles and gamma rays emitted in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,2 ], "treatment using a radioactive substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,3 ], "a group of nerve fibres that diverge from their common source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,4 ], "the act, state, or process of radiating or being radiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,5 ], "measuring tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiation",1,1,5 ], "the fixing of points around a central plane table by using an alidade and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiative",1,1,1 ], "emitting or causing the emission of radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,1 ], "a device for heating a room, building, etc|, consisting of a series of pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,1 ], "through which hot water or steam passes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,2 ], "a device for cooling an internal-combustion engine, consisting of a metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,2 ], "honeycomb through which water passes| Heat is transferred from the water through the thin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,2 ], "vehicle or by a fan" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,2 ], "walls of the honeycomb to the airstream, which is created either by the motion of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,3 ], "an electric fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,4 ], "the part of an aerial or transmission line that radiates electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,4 ], "waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiator",1,1,5 ], "an electric space heater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical axis",1,1,1 ], "a line from any point of which tangents to two given circles are of equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical axis",1,1,1 ], "length| It is the line joining the points of intersection of two circles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radical sign",1,1,1 ], "digit in front of the symbol, as in '3 sqrt " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radical sign",1,1,1 ], "of a root, esp| a square root| The value of a higher root is indicated by a raised" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radical sign",1,1,1 ], "the symbol sqrt placed before a number or quantity to indicate the extraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the basic or inherent constitution of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,1 ], "person or thing; fundamental" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,2 ], "concerned with or tending to concentrate on fundamental aspects of a matter;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,2 ], "searching or thoroughgoing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,3 ], "economic, or social conditions, institutions, habits of mind, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,3 ], "favouring or tending to produce extreme or fundamental changes in political," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or arising from the root or the base of the stem of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or containing roots of numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to the root of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,1,7 ], "terrific: used as a general term of approbation, esp| among skateboarders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,1 ], "a person who favours extreme or fundamental change in existing institutions or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,1 ], "in political, social, or economic conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,2 ], "a root of a number or quantity, such as '3 sqrt 5, sqrt x" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,2,1 ], "short for free radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,2,2 ], "another name for group ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,3 ], "another word for root ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,4 ], "(in logographic writing systems such as that used for Chinese) a character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radical",1,2,4 ], "conveying lexical meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radicalism",1,1,1 ], "the principles, desires, or practices of political radicals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicalism",1,1,2 ], "a radical movement, esp| in politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicalism",1,1,3 ], "the state or nature of being radical, esp| in politics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radically",1,1,1 ], "thoroughly; completely; fundamentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicand",1,1,1 ], "a number or quantity from which a root is to be extracted, usually preceded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicand",1,1,1 ], "a radical sign: 3 is the radicand of sqrt 3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radicel",1,1,1 ], "a very small root; radicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radices",1,1,1 ], "the plural of radix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicle",1,1,1,1 ], "part of the embryo of seed-bearing plants that develops into the main root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicle",1,1,1,2 ], "a very small root or rootlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicle",1,1,2 ], "any bodily structure resembling a rootlet, esp| one of the smallest branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radicle",1,1,2 ], "of a vein or nerve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radicle",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of radical ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radii",1,1,1 ], "a plural of radius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio astronomy",1,1,1 ], "a branch of astronomy in which the radio telescope is used to detect and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio astronomy",1,1,1 ], "analyse radio signals received on earth from radio sources in space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio beacon",1,1,1 ], "a fixed radio transmitting station that broadcasts a characteristic signal by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio beacon",1,1,1 ], "means of which a vessel or aircraft can determine its bearing or position| Sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio beacon",1,1,1 ], "shortened to beacon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radio beam",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to beam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radio beam",1,1,1 ], "a narrow beam of radio signals transmitted by a radio or radar beacon, radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio beam",1,1,1 ], "telescope, or some other directional aerial, used for communications, navigation, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio compass",1,1,1 ], "any navigational device that gives a bearing by determining the direction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio compass",1,1,1 ], "incoming radio waves transmitted from a particular radio station or beacon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio control",1,1,1 ], "remote control by means of radio signals from a transmitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio frequency",1,1,1,1 ], "a frequency or band of frequencies that lie in the range 10 kilohertz to 30000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio frequency",1,1,1,1 ], "megahertz and can be used for radio communications and broadcasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio frequency",1,1,1,2 ], "a radio-frequency amplifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio frequency",1,1,2 ], "the frequency transmitted by a particular radio station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio interferometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of radio telescope in which two or more aerials connected to the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio interferometer",1,1,1 ], "receiver produce interference patterns that can be analysed to provide information about" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio interferometer",1,1,1 ], "the source of the radio waves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radio source",1,1,1 ], "a celestial object, such as a supernova remnant or quasar, that is a source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio source",1,1,1 ], "radio waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio spectrum",1,1,1 ], "between 10 kilohertz and 300,000 megahertz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio spectrum",1,1,1 ], "the range of electromagnetic frequencies used in radio transmission, lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio star",1,1,1 ], "a former name for radio source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio station",1,1,1 ], "an installation consisting of one or more transmitters or receivers, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio station",1,1,1 ], "used for radiocommunications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio station",1,1,2 ], "a broadcasting organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio telescope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used in radio astronomy to pick up and analyse radio waves from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio telescope",1,1,1 ], "space and also to transmit radio waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio valve",1,1,1 ], "another name for valve ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio wave",1,1,1 ], "an electromagnetic wave of radio frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio window",1,1,1 ], "a gap in ionospheric reflection that allows radio waves, with frequencies in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio window",1,1,1 ], "the range 10,000 to 40,000 megahertz, to pass from or into space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 1],"broadcasting, two-way communications, etc",2). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 1],"the use of electromagnetic waves, lying in the radio-frequency range, for",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 2],"an electronic device designed to receive, demodulate, and amplify radio",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 2],"signals from broadcasting stations, etc",2). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 3],"a similar device permitting both transmission and reception of radio signals",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 3],"for two-way communications",2). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 4],"the broadcasting, content, etc|, of radio programmes",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 5],"radio programmes",2). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 5],"the occupation or profession concerned with any aspect of the broadcasting of",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 6, 1],"of, relating to, employed in, or sent by radio signals",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 6, 2],"of, concerned with, using, or operated by radio frequencies",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 1, 6],"short for ,radiotelegraph, radiotelegraphy, or ,radiotelephone",1). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 2, 2],"radio waves",2). c_DEF([ "radio" ,1, 2, 2],"to transmit (a message, etc|) to (a person, radio station, etc|) by means of",1). c_DEF([ "radio-",1,1,1 ], "denoting radio, broadcasting, or radio frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radio-",1,1,2 ], "indicating radioactivity or radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioactivate",1,1,1 ], "to make radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioactive decay",1,1,1 ], "disintegration of a nucleus that occurs spontaneously or as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioactive decay",1,1,1 ], "electron capture| One or more different nuclei are formed and usually particles and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radioactive decay",1,1,1 ], "gamma rays are emitted| Sometimes shortened to decay" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radioactive series",1,1,1 ], "a series of nuclides each of which undergoes radioactive decay into the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioactive series",1,1,1 ], "member of the series, ending with a stable element, usually lead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radioactive",1,1,1 ], "exhibiting, using, or concerned with radioactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioactivity",1,1,1 ], "consists of alpha, beta, and gamma radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radioactivity",1,1,1 ], "the spontaneous emission of radiation from atomic nuclei| The radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioautograph",1,1,1 ], "another name for autoradiograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiobiology",1,1,1 ], "organisms and the study of biological processes using radioactive substances as tracers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiobiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the effects of radiation on living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiocarbon dating",1,1,1 ], "a technique for determining the age of organic materials, such as wood, based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiocarbon dating",1,1,1 ], "formed part of a living plant| The '1'4C decays to the nitrogen isotope '1'4N with a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radiocarbon dating",1,1,1 ], "half-life of 5730 years| Measurement of the amount of radioactive carbon remaining in the" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "radiocarbon dating",1,1,1 ], "material thus gives an estimate of its age" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "radiocarbon dating",1,1,1 ], "on their content of the radioisotope '1'4C acquired from the atmosphere when they" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiocarbon",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive isotope of carbon, esp| carbon-14" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the chemistry of radioactive elements and their compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiocommunication",1,1,1 ], "communication by means of radio waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioelement",1,1,1 ], "an element that is naturally radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiogenic",1,1,1 ], "produced or caused by radioactive decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiogram",1,1,1 ], "a unit comprising a radio and gramophone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiogram",1,1,2 ], "a message transmitted by radiotelegraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiogram",1,1,3 ], "another name for radiograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiograph",1,1,1 ], "an image produced on a specially sensitized photographic film or plate by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiograph",1,1,1 ], "radiation, usually by x-rays or gamma-rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiography",1,1,1 ], "industry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiography",1,1,1 ], "the production of radiographs of opaque objects for use in medicine, surgery," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioisotope",1,1,1 ], "an isotope that is radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiolarian",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine protozoans constituting the order Radiolaria, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiolarian",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radiolarian",1,1,1 ], "having a siliceous shell and stiff radiating pseudopodia: class Sarcodina (amoeba," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiolocation",1,1,1 ], "a former name for radar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiological",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerning radiology or the equipment used in radiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiological",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or involving radioactive materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiology",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiology",1,1,1 ], "the use of x-rays and radioactive substances in the diagnosis and treatment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiolucent",1,1,1 ], "almost transparent to electromagnetic radiation, esp| x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioluminescence",1,1,1 ], "luminescence that is induced by radiation from a radioactive material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiolysis",1,1,1 ], "chemical decomposition caused by radiation, such as a beam of electrons or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiolysis",1,1,1 ], "x-rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiometeorograph",1,1,1 ], "another name for radiosonde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiometer",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for the detection or measurement of radiant energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiomicrometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting and measuring small amounts of radiation, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiomicrometer",1,1,1 ], "by a sensitive thermocouple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radionuclide",1,1,1 ], "a nuclide that is radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiopaque",1,1,1 ], "not permitting x-rays or other radiation to pass through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiophone",1,1,1 ], "another name for radiotelephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiophonic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to music produced by electronic means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument, such as a fluoroscope, capable of detecting radiant energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioscopy",1,1,1 ], "another word for fluoroscopy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiosensitive",1,1,1 ], "affected by or sensitive to radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiosonde",1,1,1 ], "an airborne instrument to send meteorological information back to earth by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiosonde",1,1,1 ], "radio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelegram",1,1,1 ], "a message transmitted by radiotelegraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelegraph",1,1,1 ], "to send (a message) by radiotelegraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelegraph",1,2,1 ], "a message sent by radiotelegraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelegraphy",1,1,1 ], "a type of telegraphy in which messages (usually in Morse code) are transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelegraphy",1,1,1 ], "by radio waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelemetry",1,1,1 ], "telemetry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelemetry",1,1,1 ], "the use of radio waves for transmitting information from a distant instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelemetry",1,1,1 ], "to a device that indicates or records the measurements| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelephone",1,1,1 ], "a device for communications by means of radio waves rather than by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelephone",1,1,1 ], "transmitting along wires or cables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiotelephone",1,2,1 ], "to telephone (a person) by radiotelephone|Sometimes shortened to radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioteletype",1,1,1 ], "a teleprinter that transmits or receives information by means of radio waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioteletype",1,1,1 ], "rather than by cable or wire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radioteletype",1,1,2 ], "a network of such devices widely used for communicating news, messages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radioteletype",1,1,2 ], "information, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiotherapy",1,1,1 ], "emitted from an implanted or ingested radioisotope, or by means of a beam of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiotherapy",1,1,1 ], "high-energy radiation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radiotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of disease, esp| cancer, by means of alpha or beta particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiothermy",1,1,1 ], "radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radiothermy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of disease by means of heat generated by electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radiotoxic",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting the toxic effects of radiation or radioactive substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radish",1,1,1 ], "Europe and Asia, cultivated for its edible root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radish",1,1,1 ], "any of various cruciferous plants of the genus Raphanus, esp| R| sativus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radish",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, which has a pungent taste and is eaten raw in salads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radish",1,1,3 ], "wild radish| another name for white charlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radium therapy",1,1,1 ], "from radium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radium therapy",1,1,1 ], "treatment of disease, esp| cancer, by exposing affected tissues to radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radium",1,1,1,1 ], "700 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1140 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "radium",1,1,1,1 ], "a highly radioactive luminescent white element of the alkaline earth group of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radium",1,1,1,1 ], "isotope, '2'2'6Ra: 1620 years; valency: 2; relative density: 5 (approx|); melting pt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "radium",1,1,1,1 ], "metals| It occurs in pitchblende, carnotite, and other uranium ores, and is used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radium",1,1,1,1 ], "radiotherapy and in luminous paints| Symbol: Ra; atomic no|: 88; half-life of most stable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radium",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius of curvature",1,1,1 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radius of curvature",1,1,1 ], "the absolute value of the reciprocal of the curvature of a curve at a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius vector",1,1,1 ], "a line joining a point in space to the origin of polar or spherical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius vector",1,1,1 ], "coordinates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radius vector",1,1,2 ], "an imaginary line joining a satellite to the planet or star around which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius vector",1,1,2 ], "orbiting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,1 ], "a straight line joining the centre of a circle or sphere to any point on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,1 ], "circumference or surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,10 ], "the operational limit of a ship, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,2 ], "the length of this line, usually denoted by the symbol r" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,3 ], "the distance from the centre of a regular polygon to a vertex (long radius) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,3 ], "the perpendicular distance to a side (short radius)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,4 ], "extending from the elbow to the wrist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,4 ], "the outer and slightly shorter of the two bones of the human forearm," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,5 ], "a corresponding bone in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,6 ], "any of the veins of an insect's wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,7 ], "a group of ray flowers, occurring in such plants as the daisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,7,1 ], "any radial or radiating part, such as a spoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,8 ], "the lateral displacement of a cam or eccentric wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radius",1,1,9 ], "a circular area of a size indicated by the length of its radius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radix point",1,1,1 ], "a point, such as the decimal point in the decimal system, separating the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radix point",1,1,1 ], "integral part of a number from the fractional part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radix",1,1,1 ], "any number that is the base of a number system or of a system of logarithms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radix",1,1,2 ], "the root or point of origin of a part or organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radix",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for root ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radome",1,1,1 ], "a protective housing for a radar antenna made from a material that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radome",1,1,1 ], "transparent to radio waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radon",1,1,1 ], "a colourless radioactive element of the rare gas group, the most stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radon",1,1,1 ], "days; density: 9|73 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -71 degrees C; boiling pt|: -61|8 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "radon",1,1,1 ], "isotope of which, radon-222, is a decay product of radium| It is used as an alpha" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "radon",1,1,1 ], "particle source in radiotherapy| Symbol: Rn; atomic no|: 86; half-life of '2'2'2Rn: 3|82" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "radula",1,1,1 ], "a horny tooth-bearing strip on the tongue of molluscs that is used for rasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "radula",1,1,1 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rad|",1,1,1 ], "radian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rad|",1,1,2 ], "radical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rad|",1,1,3 ], "radius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rad|",1,1,4 ], "radix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raff",1,1,1 ], "rubbish; refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raff",1,1,2 ], "rabble or riffraff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffia",1,1,1 ], "a palm tree, Raphia ruffia, native to Madagascar, that has large plumelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffia",1,1,1 ], "leaves, the stalks of which yield a useful fibre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raffia",1,1,2 ], "the fibre obtained from this plant, used for tying, weaving, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffia",1,1,3 ], "any of several related palms or the fibre obtained from them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffinate",1,1,1 ], "the liquid left after a solute has been extracted by solvent extraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffinose",1,1,1 ], "a trisaccharide of fructose, glucose, and galactose that occurs in sugar beet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffinose",1,1,1 ], "cotton seed, certain cereals, etc| Formula: C18H32O16" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raffish",1,1,1 ], "careless or unconventional in dress, manners, etc|; rakish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffish",1,1,2 ], "tawdry; flashy; vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffle",1,1,1,1 ], "a lottery in which the prizes are goods rather than money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffle",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raffle",1,2,1 ], "to dispose of (goods) in a raffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rafflesia",1,1,1 ], "Rafflesia, esp| R| arnoldi, the flowers of which grow up to 45 cm (18 inches) across," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rafflesia",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical Asian parasitic leafless plants constituting the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rafflesia",1,1,1 ], "smell of putrid meat, and are pollinated by carrion flies: family Rafflesiaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "raft",1,1,1 ], "a buoyant platform of logs, planks, etc|, used as a vessel or moored platform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raft",1,1,2 ], "a thick slab of reinforced concrete laid over soft ground to provide a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raft",1,1,2 ], "foundation for a building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raft",1,1,3 ], "cigarette papers stuck together for rolling a joint (cannabis cigarette)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raft",1,2,1 ], "to convey on or travel by raft, or make a raft from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rafter",1,1,1 ], "any one of a set of parallel sloping beams that form the framework of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag trade",1,1,1 ], "sale of dresses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rag trade",1,1,1 ], "the clothing business, esp| the aspects concerned with the manufacture and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag" ,3, 1, 1],"a piece of ragtime music",1). c_DEF([ "rag" ,3, 2, 1],"to compose or perform in ragtime",1). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,1,1 ], "a small piece of cloth, such as one torn from a discarded garment, or such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,1,1 ], "pieces of cloth collectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,2 ], "a fragmentary piece of any material; scrap; shred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,3 ], "a newspaper or other journal, esp| one considered as worthless, sensational," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,4 ], "an item of clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,5 ], "a handkerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,6 ], "slang, esp| naval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,7 ], "a flag or ensign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",1,1,8 ], "chew the rag| Slang| to argue or grumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) to draw attention facetiously and persistently to the shortcomings or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,1,1 ], "alleged shortcomings of (a person)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,1,2 ], "to play rough practical jokes on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,2,1 ], "a boisterous practical joke, esp| one on a fellow student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,2,2 ], "(in British universities, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,2,2,1 ], "a period, usually a week, in which various events are organized to raise money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,2,2,1 ], "for charity, including a procession of decorated floats and tableaux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rag",2,2,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag",4,1,1 ], "a roofing slate that is rough on one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag-and-bone man",1,1,1 ], "a man who buys and sells discarded clothing, furniture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rag-and-bone man",1,1,2 ], "U|S| equivalent: junkman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raga",1,1,1 ], "(in Indian music) any of several conventional patterns of melody and rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raga",1,1,1 ], "that form the basis for freely interpreted compositions| Each pattern is associated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raga",1,1,1 ], "with different aspects of religious devotion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "raga",1,1,2 ], "a composition based on one of these patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragamuffin",1,1,1 ], "a ragged unkempt person, esp| a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragbag",1,1,1 ], "a bag for storing odd rags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragbag",1,1,2 ], "a confused assortment; jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragbolt",1,1,1 ], "a bolt that has angled projections on it to prevent it working loose once it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragbolt",1,1,1 ], "has been driven home" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rage",1,1,1 ], "intense anger; fury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rage",1,1,2 ], "violent movement or action, esp| of the sea, wind, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rage",1,1,3 ], "great intensity of hunger, sexual desire, or other feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rage",1,1,4 ], "a fashion or craze (esp| in the phrase all the rage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rage",1,2,1 ], "to feel or exhibit intense anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rage",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of storms, fires, etc|) to move or surge with great violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rage",1,2,3 ], "(esp| of a disease or epidemic) to spread rapidly and uncontrollably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragged robin",1,1,1 ], "a caryophyllaceous plant, Lychnis floscuculi, native to Europe and Asia, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragged robin",1,1,1 ], "has pink or white flowers with ragged petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ragged school",1,1,1 ], "a free elementary school for poor children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragged",1,1,1 ], "(of clothes) worn to rags; tattered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragged",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) dressed in shabby tattered clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragged",1,1,3 ], "having a neglected or unkempt appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragged",1,1,4 ], "having a loose, rough, or uneven surface or edge; jagged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragged",1,1,5 ], "uneven or irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raggedy",1,1,1 ], "somewhat ragged; tattered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raggle-taggle",1,1,1 ], "motley or unkempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragi",1,1,1 ], "a cereal grass, Eleusine coracana, cultivated in Africa and Asia for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragi",1,1,1 ], "edible grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raglan",1,1,1 ], "a coat with sleeves that continue to the collar instead of having armhole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raglan",1,1,1 ], "seams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raglan",1,2,1 ], "cut in this design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragout" ,1, 1, 1],"a richly seasoned stew of meat or poultry and vegetables",1). c_DEF([ "ragout" ,1, 2, 2],"to make into a ragout",1). c_DEF([ "rags",1,1,1 ], "torn, old, or shabby clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rags",1,1,2 ], "cotton or linen cloth waste used in the manufacture of rag paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rags",1,1,3 ], "glad rags| Informal| best clothes; finery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragtag",1,1,1 ], "the common people; rabble (esp| in the phrase ragtag and bobtail)| C19" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragtime",1,1,1 ], "a style of jazz piano music, developed by Scott Joplin around 1900, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragtime",1,1,1 ], "two-four rhythm base and a syncopated melody" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ragweed",1,1,1 ], "any North American plant of the genus Ambrosia, such as A| artemisiifolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragweed",1,1,1 ], "family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ragweed",1,1,2 ], "(composites)| Their green tassel-like flowers produce large amounts of pollen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragweed",1,1,2 ], "which causes hay fever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ragweed",1,1,3 ], "another name for ragwort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragworm",1,1,1 ], "U|S| name: clamworm" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ragworm",1,1,1 ], "any polychaete worm of the genus Nereis, living chiefly in burrows in sand or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragworm",1,1,1 ], "mud and having a flattened body with a row of fleshy parapodia along each side|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ragwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Senecio, esp| S| jacobaea of Europe, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ragwort",1,1,1 ], "have yellow daisy-like flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rah",1,1,1 ], "short for hurrah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raia",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for rayah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raid",1,1,1 ], "a sudden surprise attack, as for catching someone or seizing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raid",1,1,2 ], "an attempt by speculators to force down security or commodity prices by rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raid",1,1,2 ], "selling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raid",1,2,1 ], "to make a raid against (a person, thing, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal bar of wood, metal, etc|, supported by vertical posts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,1 ], "functioning as a fence, barrier, handrail, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,2 ], "a horizontal bar fixed to a wall on which to hang things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,3 ], "a horizontal framing member in a door or piece of panelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,4 ], "short for railing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,5 ], "one of a pair of parallel bars laid on a prepared track, roadway, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,5 ], "serve as a guide and running surface for the wheels of a railway train, tramcar, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,5,1 ], "short for railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,6 ], "a trim for finishing the top of a bulwark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,7 ], "off the rails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,7,1 ], "into or in a state of dysfunction or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,1,7,2 ], "eccentric or mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a rail or railings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by in or off) to fence (an area) with rails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",2,1,1 ], "to complain bitterly or vehemently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",3,1,1 ], "any of various small wading marsh birds of the genus Rallus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rail",3,1,1 ], "genera: family Rallidae, order Gruiformes (cranes, etc|)| They have short wings and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rail",3,1,1 ], "neck, long legs, and dark plumage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "railcar",1,1,1 ], "a passenger-carrying railway vehicle consisting of a single coach with its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railcar",1,1,1 ], "power unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "railhead",1,1,1 ], "a terminal of a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railhead",1,1,2 ], "the farthest point reached by completed track on an unfinished railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railing",1,1,1 ], "a fence, balustrade, or barrier that consists of rails supported by posts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railing",1,1,2 ], "rails collectively or material for making rails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raillery",1,1,1 ], "light-hearted satire or ridicule; banter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raillery",1,1,2 ], "an example of this, esp| a bantering remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railroad",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railroad",1,2,1 ], "to force (a person) into (an action) with haste or by unfair means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railway",1,1,1 ], "a permanent track composed of a line of parallel metal rails fixed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railway",1,1,1 ], "sleepers, for transport of passengers and goods in trains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "railway",1,1,2 ], "any track for the wheels of a vehicle to run on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railway",1,1,3 ], "the entire equipment, rolling stock, buildings, property, and system of tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railway",1,1,3 ], "used in such a transport system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "railway",1,1,4 ], "the organization responsible for operating a railway network" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railway",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or used on a railway or railways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "railwayman",1,1,1 ], "a worker on a railway, esp| one other than a driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raiment",1,1,1 ], "attire; clothing; garments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain gauge",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring rainfall or snowfall, consisting of a cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain gauge",1,1,1 ], "covered by a funnel-like lid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rain shadow",1,1,1 ], "rain-bearing winds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rain shadow",1,1,1 ], "the relatively dry area on the leeward side of high ground in the path of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain tree",1,1,1 ], "a leguminous tree, Samanea saman, native to Central America and widely planted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain tree",1,1,1 ], "in the tropics for ornament| It has red-and-yellow feathery flowers and pinnate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rain tree",1,1,1 ], "leaves whose leaflets close at the approach of rain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,1,1 ], "condensation of water vapour in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,1,1 ], "precipitation from clouds in the form of drops of water, formed by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,1,2 ], "a fall of rain; shower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,1,3 ], "a raindrop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,2 ], "a large quantity of anything falling rapidly or in quick succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,3 ], "(come) rain or shine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,3,1 ], "regardless of the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,3,2 ], "regardless of circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,1,4 ], "right as rain| Brit| informal| perfectly all right; perfectly fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,2,1 ], "to be the case that rain is falling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,2,2 ], "(often with it as subject) to fall or cause to fall like rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,3,1 ], "to bestow in large measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,3,2 ], "rain cats and dogs| Informal| to rain heavily; pour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rain",1,3,3 ], "rained off| cancelled or postponed on account of rain| U|S| term: rained out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainband",1,1,1 ], "a dark band in the solar spectrum caused by water in the atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainbird",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds, such as (in Britain) the green woodpecker, whose cry is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainbird",1,1,1 ], "supposed to portend rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow bird",1,1,1 ], "an Australian bee-eater, Merops ornatus, with a brightly-coloured plumage| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow bird",1,1,1 ], "feeds in flight and nests in sandy burrows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow trout",1,1,1 ], "a freshwater trout of North American origin, Salmo gairdneri, having a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow trout",1,1,1 ], "marked with many black spots and two longitudinal red stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow",1,1,1 ], "a bow-shaped display in the sky of the colours of the spectrum, caused by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow",1,1,1 ], "refraction and reflection of the sun's rays through rain or mist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow",1,1,1,1 ], "any similar display of bright colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainbow",1,1,2 ], "an illusory hope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raincheck",1,1,1 ], "a ticket stub for a baseball or other game that allows readmission on a future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raincheck",1,1,1 ], "date if the event is cancelled because of rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raincheck",1,1,2 ], "take a raincheck| Informal| to accept the postponement of an offer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raincoat",1,1,1 ], "a coat worn for protection against rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainfall",1,1,1 ], "precipitation in the form of raindrops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainfall",1,1,2 ], "the amount of precipitation in a specified place and time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainforest",1,1,1 ], "broad-leaved and evergreen, and the vegetation tends to grow in three layers (undergrowth," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rainforest",1,1,1 ], "dense forest found in tropical areas of heavy rainfall| The trees are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainforest",1,1,1 ], "intermediate trees and shrubs, and very tall trees, which form a canopy)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rainmaker",1,1,1 ], "(among American Indians, etc|) a professional practitioner of ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainmaker",1,1,1 ], "incantations or other actions intended to cause rain to fall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rainout",1,1,1 ], "radioactive fall-out or atmospheric pollution carried to the earth by rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainproof",1,1,1 ], "impermeable to rainwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainproof",1,2,1 ], "to make rainproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rains",1,1,1 ], "the season of heavy rainfall, esp| in the tropics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainstorm",1,1,1 ], "a storm with heavy rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainwater pipe",1,1,1 ], "another name for downpipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainwater",1,1,1 ], "pure water from rain (as distinguished from spring water, tap water, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainwater",1,1,1 ], "which may contain minerals and impurities)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rainy day",1,1,1 ], "a future time of need, esp| financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainy",1,1,1 ], "rainier, rainiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by a large rainfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rainy",1,1,3 ], "wet or showery; bearing rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,1 ], "to move, cause to move, or elevate to a higher position or level; lift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,10 ], "to give rise to; cause or provoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,11 ], "to put forward for consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,12 ], "to cause to assemble or gather together; collect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,13 ], "to grow or cause to grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,14 ], "to bring up; rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,15 ], "to cause to be heard or known; utter or express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,16 ], "to bring to an end; remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,17 ], "to cause (dough, bread, etc|) to rise, as by the addition of yeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,18 ], "to bet more than (the previous player)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,19 ], "to bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,2 ], "to set or place in an upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,20 ], "to cause (something) to seem to rise above the horizon by approaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,21 ], "to establish radio communications with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,22 ], "to obtain (money, funds, capital, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,23 ], "to bring (a surface, a design, etc|) into relief; cause to project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,24 ], "to cause (a blister, welt, etc|) to form on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,25 ], "to expel (phlegm) by coughing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,26 ], "roof of the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,26 ], "to modify the articulation of (a vowel) by bringing the tongue closer to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,27 ], "to multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,27,1 ], "to institute (a suit or action at law)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,27,2 ], "to draw up (a summons, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,28 ], "to increase the amount payable on (a cheque, money order, etc|) fraudulently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,29 ], "to push (a stone) towards the tee with another stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,3 ], "to construct, build, or erect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,30 ], "raise an eyebrow or one's eyebrows| to look quizzical or surprised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,31 ], "raise one's glass (to)| to drink the health of (someone); drink a toast (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,32 ], "a greeting or mark of respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,32 ], "raise one's hat| Old-fashioned| to take one's hat briefly off one's head as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,4 ], "to increase in amount, size, value, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,5 ], "to increase in degree, strength, intensity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,6 ], "to advance in rank or status; promote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,7 ], "to arouse or awaken from or as if from sleep or death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,8 ], "to stir up or incite; activate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,1,9 ], "raise Cain to create a disturbance, esp| by making a great noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of raising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raise",1,2,2 ], "an increase, esp| in salary, wages, etc|; rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raised beach",1,1,1 ], "a wave-cut platform raised above the shoreline by a relative fall in the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raised beach",1,1,1 ], "level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raisin",1,1,1 ], "a dried grape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raising",1,1,1 ], "a rule that moves a constituent from an embedded clause into the main clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raison d'tre",1,1,1 ], "reason or justification for existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raj",1,1,1 ], "(in India) government rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rajah",1,1,1 ], "(in India, formerly) a ruler or landlord: sometimes used as a form of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rajah",1,1,1 ], "or as a title preceding a name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rajah",1,1,2 ], "a Malayan or Javanese prince or chieftain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake in",1,1,1 ], "to acquire (money) in large amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake up",1,1,1 ], "to revive, discover, or bring to light (something forgotten)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,1 ], "a hand implement consisting of a row of teeth set in a headpiece attached to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,1 ], "earth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,1 ], "long shaft and used for gathering hay, straw, leaves, etc|, or for smoothing loose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,2 ], "any of several mechanical farm implements equipped with rows of teeth or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,2 ], "rotating wheels mounted with tines and used to gather hay, straw, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,3 ], "any of various implements similar in shape or function, such as a tool for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,3 ], "drawing out ashes from a furnace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,1,4 ], "the act of raking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,2,1 ], "to scrape, gather, or remove (leaves, refuse, etc|) with or as if with a rake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,2,2 ], "implement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,2,2 ], "to level or prepare (a surface, such as a flower bed) with a rake or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,3,1 ], "to clear (ashes, etc|) from (a fire or furnace)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,4,1 ], "limited supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,4,1 ], "to gather (items or people) with difficulty, as from a scattered area or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,5,1 ], "to search or examine carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,5,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by against, along, etc|) to scrape or graze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,6,1 ], "to direct (gunfire) along the length of (a target)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",1,7,1 ], "to sweep (one's eyes) along the length of (something); scan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",2,1,1 ], "a dissolute man, esp| one in fashionable society; roue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to incline from the vertical by a perceptible degree, esp| (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,1,1 ], "a ship's mast or funnel) towards the stern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,2,1 ], "to construct with a backward slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,1 ], "perpendicular, esp| towards the stern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,1 ], "the degree to which an object, such as a ship's mast, inclines from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,2 ], "the slope of a stage from the back towards the footlights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,2,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,2,1 ], "the angle between the wings of an aircraft and the line of symmetry of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,2,2 ], "blade and a line perpendicular to the axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,2,2 ], "the angle between the line joining the centroids of the section of a propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,3 ], "the angle between the working face of a cutting tool and a plane perpendicular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",3,3,3 ], "to the surface of the workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake",4,1,1 ], "(of gun dogs or hounds) to hunt with the nose to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",4,1,2 ], "(of hawks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",4,1,2,1 ], "to pursue quarry in full flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",4,1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by away) to fly wide of the quarry, esp| beyond the control of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rake",4,1,2,2 ], "the falconer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rake-off" ,1, 1, 1],"a share of profits, esp| one that is illegal or given as a bribe",1). c_DEF([ "rake-off" ,1, 3, 1],"to take or receive (such a share of profits)",1). c_DEF([ "rakehell" ,1, 1, 1],"a dissolute man; rake",1). c_DEF([ "rakehell" ,1, 2, 1],"profligate; dissolute",1). c_DEF([ "raki",1,1,1 ], "a strong spirit distilled in Turkey, Yugoslavia, etc|, from grain, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raki",1,1,1 ], "flavoured with aniseed or other aromatics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rakish",1,1,1 ], "dissolute; profligate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rakish",2,1,1 ], "dashing; jaunty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rakish",2,1,2 ], "(of a ship or boat) having lines suggestive of speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rale",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal crackling sound heard on auscultation of the chest, usually caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rale",1,1,1 ], "by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rallentando",1,2,1 ], "becoming slower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ralline",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Rallidae, a family of birds that includes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ralline",1,1,1 ], "the rails, crakes, and coots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rally round",1,1,1 ], "to come to the aid of (someone) offer moral or practical support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 1, 1],"group) to reform and come to order",2). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 1, 1],"to bring (a group, unit, etc|) into order, as after dispersal, or (of such a",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 1, 2],"(of such people) to come together for a purpose",2). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 1, 2],"(when intr|, foll| by to) to organize (supporters, etc|) for a common cause or",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 1, 3],"strength, or spirits) to revive or recover",2). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 1, 3],"to summon up (one's strength, spirits, etc|) or (of a person's health,",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 2, 1],"to increase sharply after a decline",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 3, 1],"to engage in a rally",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 4, 2],"a large gathering of people for a common purpose, esp| for some political",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 4, 2],"cause",2). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 4, 3],"a marked recovery of strength or spirits, as during illness",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 4, 4],"a return to order after dispersal or rout, as of troops, etc",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 4, 5],"a sharp increase in price or trading activity after a decline",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 4, 6],"an exchange of several shots before one player wins the point",1). c_DEF([ "rally" ,1, 4, 7],"a type of motoring competition over public and closed roads",1). c_DEF([ "rally",2,1,1 ], "to mock or ridicule (someone) in a good-natured way; chaff; tease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rallycross",1,1,1 ], "a form of motor sport in which cars race over a one-mile circuit of rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rallycross",1,1,1 ], "grass with some hard-surfaced sections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rall|",1,1,1 ], "rallentando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rals" ,1, 1, 1],"(usually foll| by with or to) to conform, be in agreement, or be consistent or",1). c_DEF([ "rals" ,1, 1, 1],"compatible (with); tally (with)",2). c_DEF([ "rals" ,1, 1, 2],"(usually foll| by to) to be similar or analogous in character or function",1). c_DEF([ "rals" ,1, 1, 3],"(usually foll| by with) to communicate by letter",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 1],"an uncastrated adult male sheep",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 2],"a piston or moving plate, esp| one driven hydraulically or pneumatically",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 3],"the falling weight of a pile driver or similar device",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 4],"short for ,battering ram",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 5],"a pointed projection in the stem of an ancient warship for puncturing the hull",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 5],"of enemy ships",2). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 6],"a warship equipped with a ram",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 1, 7],"a sexually active man",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 10],"to drive (a charge) into a firearm",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by into) to force or drive, as by heavy blows",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 3],"(of a moving object) to crash with force (against another object) or (of two",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 3],"moving objects) to collide in this way",2). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 5],"often foll| by in or down) to stuff or cram (something into a hole, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 7],"foll| by onto, against, etc|) to thrust violently",1). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 9],"phrase ram (something) down someone's throat)",2). c_DEF([ "ram" ,1, 2, 9],"to instil (knowledge, etc|) into a person, esp| by repetition (esp| in the",1). c_DEF([ "ram-air turbine",1,1,1 ], "a small air-driven turbine fitted to an aircraft to provide power in the event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ram-air turbine",1,1,1 ], "of a failure of the normal systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ramble",1,1,1 ], "to stroll about freely, as for relaxation, with no particular direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramble",1,1,2 ], "(of paths, streams, etc|) to follow a winding course; meander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramble",1,1,3 ], "(of plants) to grow in a random fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramble",1,1,4 ], "(of speech, writing, etc|) to lack organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramble",1,2,1 ], "a leisurely stroll, esp| in the countryside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rambler",1,1,1 ], "a weak-stemmed plant, esp| any of various cultivated hybrid roses that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rambler",1,1,1 ], "straggle over other vegetation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rambler",1,1,2 ], "a person who rambles, esp| one who takes country walks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rambler",1,1,3 ], "a person who lacks organization in his speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rambunctious",1,1,1 ], "boisterous; unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rambutan",1,1,1 ], "a sapindaceous tree, Nephelium lappaceum, native to SE Asia, that has bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rambutan",1,1,1 ], "red edible fruit covered with hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rambutan",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramekin",1,1,1 ], "a savoury dish made from a cheese mixture baked in a fireproof dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramekin",1,1,2 ], "the dish itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramentum",1,1,1 ], "any of the thin brown scales that cover the stems and leaves of young ferns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rami",1,1,1 ], "the plural of ramus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramie",1,1,1 ], "a woody urticaceous shrub of Asia, Boehmeria nivea, having broad leaves and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramie",1,1,1 ], "stem that yields a flaxlike fibre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ramie",1,1,2 ], "the fibre from this plant, used in making fabrics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramification",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of ramifying or branching out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramification",1,1,2 ], "an offshoot or subdivision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramification",1,1,3 ], "a subsidiary consequence, esp| one that complicates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramification",1,1,4 ], "a structure of branching parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramiform",1,1,1 ], "having a branchlike shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramify",1,1,1 ], "to divide into branches or branchlike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramify",1,2,1 ], "to develop complicating consequences; become complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramjet",1,1,1,1 ], "a type of jet engine in which fuel is burned in a duct using air compressed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramjet",1,1,1,1 ], "the forward speed of the aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ramjet",1,1,1,2 ], "an aircraft powered by such an engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rammish",1,1,1 ], "like a ram, esp| in being lustful or foul-smelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramose",1,1,1 ], "having branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,1,1 ], "a sloping floor, path, etc|, that joins two surfaces at different levels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,1,2 ], "a movable stairway by which passengers enter and leave an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,1,3 ], "the act of ramping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,1,4 ], "a swindle, esp| one involving exorbitant prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by about or around)(esp| of animals)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,2,2 ], "to rush around in a wild excited manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,2,3 ], "ramp and rage)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ramp",1,2,3 ], "to act in a violent or threatening manner, as when angry (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampage",1,1,1 ], "(rm!pe$Id#f)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampage",1,2,1 ], "to rush about in an angry, violent, or agitated fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampage",1,3,1 ], "angry or destructive behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampage",1,3,2 ], "on the rampage| behaving violently or destructively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampant",1,1,1 ], "unrestrained or violent in behaviour, desire, opinions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampant",1,1,2 ], "growing or developing unchecked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampant",1,2,1 ], "(of a beast) standing on the hind legs, the right foreleg raised above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampant",1,2,1 ], "left" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rampant",1,2,2 ], "(of an arch) having one abutment higher than the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampart",1,1,1 ], "are built on the bank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rampart",1,1,1 ], "the surrounding embankment of a fort, often including any walls, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampart",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling a rampart in form or function, esp| in being a defence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampart",1,1,2 ], "bulwark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rampart",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a rampart; fortify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampion",1,1,1 ], "a campanulaceous plant, Campanula rapunculus, native to Europe and Asia, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rampion",1,1,1 ], "has clusters of bluish flowers and an edible white tuberous root used in salads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rampion",1,1,2 ], "and Asia and have heads of blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rampion",1,1,2 ], "any of several plants of the related genus Phyteuma that are native to Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramrod",1,1,1 ], "a rod for cleaning the barrel of a rifle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramrod",1,1,2 ], "a rod for ramming in the charge of a muzzle-loading firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramshackle",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of buildings) badly constructed or maintained rickety, shaky, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramshackle",1,1,1 ], "derelict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ramsons",1,1,1 ], "a broad-leaved garlic, Allium ursinum, native to Europe and Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramsons",1,1,2 ], "the bulbous root of this plant, eaten as a relish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramtil",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ramtil",1,1,1 ], "an African plant, Guizotia abyssinica, grown in India: family Compositae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramtil",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant, used as a source of oil and a bird food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramulose",1,1,1 ], "(of the parts or organs of animals and plants) having many small branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramus",1,1,1 ], "the barb of a bird's feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramus",1,1,2 ], "either of the two parts of the lower jaw of a vertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ramus",1,1,3 ], "any part or organ that branches from another part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ran",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rance",1,1,1 ], "Belgium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rance",1,1,1 ], "a type of red marble, often with white or blue graining, that comes from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranch",1,1,1 ], "a large tract of land, esp| one in North America, together with the necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranch",1,1,1 ], "personnel, buildings, and equipment, for rearing livestock, esp| cattle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ranch",1,1,1,1 ], "any large farm for the rearing of a particular kind of livestock or crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranch",1,1,1,2 ], "the buildings, land, etc|, connected with it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranch",1,2,1 ], "to manage or run a ranch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rancher",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns, manages, or works on a ranch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rancherie",1,1,1 ], "a W Canadian word for Indian reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranchero",1,1,1 ], "another word for rancher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rancho",1,1,1 ], "a hut or group of huts for housing ranch workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rancho",1,1,2 ], "another word for ranch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rancid",1,1,1 ], "(of butter, bacon, etc|) having an unpleasant stale taste or smell as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rancid",1,1,1 ], "result of decomposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rancid",1,1,2 ], "(of a taste or smell) rank or sour; stale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rancour",1,1,1 ], "malicious resentfulness or hostility; spite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rand",1,1,1 ], "cents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rand",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of the Republic of South Africa, divided into 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rand",2,1,1 ], "a leather strip put in the heel of a shoe before the lifts are put on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rand",2,1,1,1 ], "a strip or margin; border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rand",2,1,1,2 ], "a strip of cloth; selvage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randan",1,1,1 ], "a boat rowed by three people, in which the person in the middle uses two oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randan",1,1,1 ], "and the people fore and aft use one oar each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "random access",1,1,1 ], "another name for direct access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,1,1 ], "lacking any definite plan or prearranged order; haphazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a variable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,1,2 ], "depends on chance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,1,2 ], "having several possible experimental values any one of which is uncertain and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a sampling process) carried out so that each member of the population has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,1,2,2 ], "an equal probability of being selected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,2,1 ], "another word for bank'3 ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "random",1,2,2 ], "at random|in a purposeless fashion; not following any prearranged order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randomize",1,1,1 ], "order to enhance the statistical validity of any results obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "randomize",1,1,1 ], "to set up (a selection process, sample, etc|) in a deliberately random way in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randy",1,1,1,1 ], "sexually excited or aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randy",1,1,1,2 ], "sexually eager or lustful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randy",1,1,2 ], "lacking any sense of propriety or restraint; reckless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randy",1,2,1,1 ], "a rude or reckless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "randy",1,2,1,2 ], "a coarse rowdy woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rang",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range light",1,1,1 ], "for manoeuvring in narrow channels at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range light",1,1,1 ], "one of a pattern of navigation lights, usually fixed ashore, used by vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range light",1,1,2 ], "one of a distinctive pattern of lights shown at night on the masts of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range light",1,1,2 ], "powered vessel, such as a tugboat, to aid in identifying its size, number of barges in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range light",1,1,2 ], "tow, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,1 ], "the limits within which a person or thing can function effectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,10 ], "a rank, row, or series of items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,11 ], "a series or chain of mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,12 ], "a large stove with burners and one or more ovens, usually heated by solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,12 ], "fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,13 ], "the act or process of ranging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,14 ], "a line of sight taken from the sea along two or more navigational aids that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,14 ], "mark a navigable channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,15 ], "more points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,15 ], "the extension or direction of a survey line, established by marking two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,16 ], "a double-faced bookcase, as in a library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,2 ], "the limits within which any fluctuation takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,2,1 ], "the maximum effective distance of a projectile fired from a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,2,2 ], "the distance between a target and a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,3 ], "an area set aside for shooting practice or rocket testing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,4 ], "covering without taking on fresh fuel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,4 ], "the total distance which a ship, aircraft, or land vehicle is capable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,5 ], "ionization" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,5 ], "proton, can travel through a given medium, esp| air, before ceasing to cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,5 ], "the distance that a particle of ionizing radiation, such as an electron or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,5,1 ], "(of a function)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,6 ], "the set of functional values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,6,2 ], "(of a variable) the set of values that a variable can take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,7 ], "a measure of dispersion obtained by subtracting the smallest from the largest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,7 ], "sample values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,8 ], "the extent of pitch difference between the highest and lowest notes of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,8 ], "voice, instrument, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,8,1 ], "an extensive tract of open land on which livestock can graze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,8,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,9 ], "or lives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,1,9 ], "the geographical region in which a species of plant or animal normally grows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,10,1 ], "(of a vessel) to swing back and forth while at anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,11,1 ], "to make (lines of printers' type) level or even at the margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,2,1 ], "to establish or be situated in a line, row, or series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,3,1 ], "to put into a specific category; classify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,3,2 ], "(foll| by on) to aim or point (a telescope, gun, etc|) or (of a gun," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,3,2 ], "telescope, etc|) to be pointed or aimed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,3,3 ], "to establish the distance of (a target) from (a weapon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,4,1 ], "(of a gun or missile) to have a specified range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,4,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by over) to wander about (in) an area; roam (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,5,1 ], "(of an animal or plant) to live or grow in its normal habitat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,6,1 ], "to put (cattle) to graze on a range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,7,1 ], "to fluctuate within specific limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,8,1 ], "to extend or run in a specific direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "range",1,9,1 ], "to fake down (an anchor rode) so that it will pay out smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rangefinder",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for determining the distance of an object from the observer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rangefinder",1,1,1 ], "esp| in order to sight a gun or focus a camera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rangefinder",1,1,2 ], "another word for tacheometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranger",1,1,1 ], "an official in charge of a royal forest, park, estate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranger",1,1,2 ], "a person employed to patrol a State or national park or forest| Brit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranger",1,1,2 ], "equivalent: warden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ranger",1,1,3 ], "one of a body of armed troops employed to police a State or district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranger",1,1,4 ], "(in the U|S| and certain other armies) a commando specially trained in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranger",1,1,4 ], "raids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ranger",1,1,5 ], "a person who wanders about large areas of country; a rover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranging pole",1,1,1 ], "a pole for marking positions in surveying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rangy",1,1,1 ], "rangier, rangiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rangy",1,1,2 ], "(of animals or people) having long slender limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rangy",1,1,3 ], "adapted to wandering or roaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rangy",1,1,4 ], "allowing considerable freedom of movement; spacious; roomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rani",1,1,1 ], "(in oriental countries, esp| India) a queen or princess the wife of a rajah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank and file",1,1,1 ], "the ordinary soldiers of an army, excluding the officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank and file",1,1,2 ], "leadership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rank and file",1,1,2 ], "the great mass or majority of any group or organization, as opposed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank and file",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the rank and file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,1 ], "a position, esp| an official one, within a social organization, esp| the armed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,1 ], "forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,10 ], "pull rank| to get one's own way by virtue of one's superior position or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,10 ], "rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,2 ], "high social or other standing; status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,3 ], "a line or row of people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,4 ], "a line of soldiers drawn up abreast of each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,5 ], "any of the eight horizontal rows of squares on a chessboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,6 ], "a set of organ pipes controlled by the same stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,7 ], "(of a matrix) the number of rows (or columns) of the nonzero determinant of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,7 ], "greatest order that can be extracted from the matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,8 ], "break ranks| Military| to fall out of line, esp| when under attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,9 ], "attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,1,9 ], "close ranks| to maintain discipline or solidarity, esp| in anticipation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,2,1 ], "to arrange (people or things) in rows or lines; range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,2,2 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,2,2 ], "to accord or be accorded a specific position in an organization, society, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",1,2,3 ], "to take precedence or surpass in rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",2,1,1 ], "showing vigorous and profuse growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",2,1,2 ], "highly offensive or disagreeable, esp| in smell or taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",2,1,3 ], "complete or absolute; utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rank",2,1,4 ], "coarse or vulgar; gross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranker",1,1,1 ], "a soldier in the ranks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranker",1,1,2 ], "a commissioned officer who entered service as a recruit, esp| in the army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranker",1,1,3 ], "a person who ranks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranking",1,1,1 ], "prominent; high ranking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranking",1,2,1 ], "a position on a scale; rating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rankle",1,1,1 ], "to cause severe and continuous irritation, anger, or bitterness fester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransack",1,1,1 ], "to search through every part of (a house, box, etc|); examine thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransack",1,1,2 ], "to plunder; pillage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,1 ], "price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,1 ], "the release of captured prisoners, property, etc|, on payment of a stipulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,2 ], "the price demanded or stipulated for such a release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,3 ], "rescue or redemption of any kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,4 ], "hold to ransom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,4,1 ], "release is made or received" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,4,1 ], "to keep (prisoners, property, etc|) in confinement until payment for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,4,2 ], "to attempt to force (a person or persons) to comply with one's demands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,1,5 ], "a king's ransom| a very large amount of money or valuables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,2,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,2,1 ], "to pay a stipulated price and so obtain the release of (prisoners, property," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,2,2 ], "to set free (prisoners, property, etc|) upon receiving the payment demanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ransom",1,2,3 ], "to redeem; rescue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rant",1,1,1 ], "to utter (something) in loud, violent, or bombastic tones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rant",1,2,1 ], "to make merry; frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rant",1,3,1 ], "loud, declamatory, or extravagant speech; bombast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rant",1,3,2 ], "a wild gay revel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranunculaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowering plants typically having flowers with five petals and numerous anthers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ranunculaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Ranunculaceae, a N temperate family of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranunculaceous",1,1,1 ], "styles| The family includes the buttercup, clematis, hellebore, and columbine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ranunculus",1,1,1 ], "and typically yellow five-petalled flowers| The genus includes buttercup, crowfoot," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ranunculus",1,1,1 ], "any ranunculaceous plant of the genus Ranunculus, having finely divided leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ranunculus",1,1,1 ], "spearwort, and lesser celandine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,1,1 ], "knock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,1,1 ], "to strike (a fist, stick, etc|) against (something) with a sharp quick blow;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,2,1 ], "to make a sharp loud sound, esp| by knocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,3,1 ], "to put (forth) in sharp rapid speech; utter in an abrupt fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,4,1 ], "to talk, esp| volubly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,4,2 ], "rap over the knuckles| to reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,5,1 ], "a sharp quick blow or the sound produced by such a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,5,2 ], "voluble talk; chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,5,3 ], "beat the rap| U|S| slang| to escape punishment or be acquitted of a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,5,4 ], "not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rap",1,5,4 ], "take the rap| Slang| to suffer the punishment for a crime, whether guilty or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",2,1,1 ], "the least amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",2,1,2 ], "(esp| in the phrase not to care a rap)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rap",3,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of wrap 11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapacious",1,1,1 ], "practising pillage or rapine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapacious",1,1,2 ], "greedy or grasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapacious",1,1,3 ], "(of animals, esp| birds) subsisting by catching living prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape oil",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rape oil",1,1,1 ], "oil extracted from rapeseed, used as a lubricant, as a constituent of soaps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,1,1 ], "the offence of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,1,1 ], "will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,1,2 ], "the act of despoiling a country in warfare; rapine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,1,3 ], "any violation or abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,1,4 ], "abduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,2,1 ], "to commit rape upon (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,2,2 ], "to plunder or despoil (a place) in war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",1,2,3 ], "to carry off by force; abduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",2,1,1 ], "a Eurasian cruciferous plant, Brassica napus, that is cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rape",2,1,1 ], "seeds, which yield a useful oil, and as a fodder plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rape",3,1,1 ], "the skins and stalks of grapes left after wine-making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapeseed",1,1,1 ], "the seed of the rape plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raphe",1,1,1 ], "an elongated ridge of conducting tissue along the side of certain seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raphe",1,1,2 ], "a longitudinal groove on the valve of a diatom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raphe",1,1,3 ], "a connecting ridge, as that between the two halves of the medulla oblongata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raphia",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of raffia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raphide",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous needle-shaped crystals, usually of calcium oxalate, that occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raphide",1,1,1 ], "in many plant cells as a metabolic product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rapid eye movement",1,1,1 ], "movement of the eyeballs under closed eyelids during sleep, which occurs while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapid eye movement",1,1,1 ], "the sleeper is dreaming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rapid fire" ,1, 1, 1],"a fast rate of gunfire",1). c_DEF([ "rapid",1,1,1 ], "(of an action or movement) performed or occurring during a short interval of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapid",1,1,1 ], "time; quick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rapid",1,1,2 ], "characterized by high speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapid",1,1,3 ], "acting or moving quickly; fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapids",1,1,1 ], "part of a river where the current is very fast and turbulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapier",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow two-edged sword with a guarded hilt, used as a thrusting weapon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapier",1,1,1 ], "popular in the 16th and 17th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rapier",1,1,2 ], "a smaller single-edged 18th-century sword, used principally in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapine",1,1,1 ], "the seizure of property by force; pillage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapparee",1,1,1 ], "an Irish irregular soldier of the late 17th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapparee",1,1,2 ], "any plunderer or robber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rappee",1,1,1 ], "a moist English snuff of the 18th and 19th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rappel",1,1,1 ], "coiled once around one's body or through karabiners attached to one's body in order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rappel",1,1,1 ], "to control the speed of the descent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rappel",1,1,1 ], "to descend a steep or vertical drop by means of a rope secured above and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rappel",1,2,1 ], "an instance or the technique of rappelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rappel",1,2,2 ], "(formerly) a drumbeat to call soldiers to arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapper",1,1,1 ], "something used for rapping, such as a knocker on a door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapport",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with)a sympathetic relationship or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapporteur",1,1,1 ], "a person appointed by a committee to prepare reports of meetings or carry out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapporteur",1,1,1 ], "an investigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rapprochement",1,1,1 ], "a resumption of friendly relations, esp| between two countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapscallion",1,1,1 ], "a disreputable person; rascal or rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapt",1,1,1 ], "emotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rapt",1,1,1 ], "totally absorbed; engrossed; spellbound, esp| through or as if through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapt",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or proceeding from rapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapt",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of wrapped ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raptor",1,1,1 ], "another name for bird of prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raptorial",1,1,1 ], "(of the feet of birds) adapted for seizing prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raptorial",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of birds) feeding on prey; predatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raptorial",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to birds of prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapture",1,1,1 ], "the state of mind resulting from feelings of high emotion; joyous ecstasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapture",1,1,2 ], "an expression of ecstatic joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapture",1,1,3 ], "from earth to heaven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rapture",1,1,3 ], "the act of transporting a person from one sphere of existence to another, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapture",1,2,1 ], "to entrance; enrapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rapturous",1,1,1 ], "experiencing or manifesting ecstatic joy or delight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rara avis",1,1,1 ], "an unusual, uncommon, or exceptional person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare earth",1,1,1 ], "any oxide of a lanthanide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare earth",1,1,2 ], "another name for lanthanide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare gas",1,1,1 ], "another name for inert gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,1 ], "not widely known; not frequently used or experienced; uncommon or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,2 ], "occurring seldom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,3 ], "not widely distributed; not generally occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,4 ], "(of a gas, esp| the atmosphere at high altitudes) having a low density; thin;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,4 ], "rarefied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,5 ], "uncommonly great; extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,6 ], "exhibiting uncommon excellence; superlatively good or fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",1,1,7 ], "highly valued because of its uncommonness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rare",2,1,1 ], "(of meat, esp| beef) undercooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarebit",1,1,1 ], "another term for Welsh rabbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raree show",1,1,1 ], "a street show or carnival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raree show",1,1,2 ], "another name for peepshow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarefaction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making less dense or the state of being less dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarefied",1,1,1 ], "exalted in nature or character; lofty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarefied",1,1,2 ], "current within only a small group; esoteric or exclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarefy",1,1,1 ], "to make or become rarer or less dense; thin out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarely",1,1,1 ], "hardly ever; seldom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarely",1,1,2 ], "to an unusual degree; exceptionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarely",1,1,3 ], "uncommonly well; excellently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rareripe",1,1,1 ], "ripening early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rareripe",1,2,1 ], "a fruit or vegetable that ripens early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raring",1,1,1 ], "ready; willing; enthusiastic (esp| in the phrase raring to go)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarity",1,1,1 ], "a rare person or thing, esp| something interesting or valued because it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rarity",1,1,1 ], "uncommon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rarity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasbora",1,1,1 ], "Asia and East Africa| Many species are brightly coloured and are popular aquarium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rasbora",1,1,1 ], "any of the small cyprinid fishes constituting the genus Rasbora of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasbora",1,1,1 ], "fishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rascal",1,1,1 ], "a disreputable person; villain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascal",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous or impish rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascal",1,1,3 ], "an affectionate or mildly reproving term for a child or old man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascal",1,1,4 ], "a person of lowly birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascal",1,2,1,1 ], "belonging to the mob or rabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascal",1,2,1,2 ], "dishonest; knavish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascality",1,1,1 ], "mischievous, disreputable, or dishonest character, behaviour, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascally",1,1,1 ], "dishonest or mean; base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascally",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of places, etc|) wretchedly unpleasant miserable|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rascally",1,2,1 ], "in a dishonest or mean fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rase",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of raze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rash",1,1,1 ], "acting without due consideration or thought; impetuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rash",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or resulting from excessive haste or impetuosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rash",2,1,1 ], "any skin eruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rash",2,1,2 ], "a series of unpleasant and unexpected occurrences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasher",1,1,1 ], "a thin slice of bacon or ham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasorial",1,1,1 ], "(of birds such as domestic poultry) adapted for scratching the ground for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasorial",1,1,1 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rasp",1,1,1 ], "a harsh grating noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasp",1,1,2 ], "a coarse file with rows of raised teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasp",1,2,1 ], "to scrape or rub (something) roughly, esp| with a rasp; abrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasp",1,2,2 ], "to utter with or make a harsh grating noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasp",1,2,3 ], "to irritate (one's nerves or senses); grate (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspatory",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for abrading; surgeon's rasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,1 ], "any of the prickly shrubs of the rosaceous genus Rubus, such as R| strigosus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,1 ], "of E North America and R| idaeus of Europe, that have pinkish-white flowers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,1 ], "typically red berry-like fruits (drupelets)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any such plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,2 ], "black raspberry|Popular name: blackcap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,2,1 ], "a dark purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,2,1 ], "a related plant, Rubus occidentalis, of E North America, that has black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,2,1 ], "berry-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,2,2 ], "the fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,3 ], "a spluttering noise made with the tongue and lips to express contempt (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspberry",1,1,3 ], "the phrase blow a raspberry)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rasping",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a noise) harsh or grating rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raspings",1,1,1 ], "browned breadcrumbs for coating fish and other foods before frying,etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rasse",1,1,1 ], "a small civet, Viverricula indica, of S and SE Asia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raster",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of horizontal scanning lines traced by an electron beam, esp| on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raster",1,1,1 ], "television screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rat kangaroo",1,1,1 ], "Aepyprymnus, etc|, that occur in Australia and Tasmania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rat kangaroo",1,1,1 ], "any of several ratlike kangaroos of the genera Bettongia, Potorous," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat race",1,1,1 ], "a continual routine of hectic competitive activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat snake",1,1,1 ], "any of various nonvenomous rodent-eating colubrid snakes, such as Elaphe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat snake",1,1,1 ], "obsoleta of North America and Ptyas mucosus of Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 1, 1],"any of numerous long-tailed murine rodents, esp| of the genus Rattus, that are",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 1, 1],"similar to but larger than mice and are now distributed all over the world",2). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who deserts his friends or associates, esp| in time of trouble",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 1, 3],"a worker who works during a strike; blackleg; scab",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 1, 4],"an informer; stool pigeon",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 1, 5],"a despicable person",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 1, 6],"smell a rat| to have suspicions of some treacherous practice",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"to divulge secret information (about); betray the trust (of)",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"to default (on); abandon",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by on)",1). c_DEF([ "rat" ,1, 2, 3],"to hunt and kill rats|~",1). c_DEF([ "rat-catcher",1,1,1 ], "a person whose job is to destroy or drive away vermin, esp| rats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat-tail",1,1,1 ], "another name for grenadier (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat-tail",1,1,1,1 ], "a horse's tail that has no hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat-tail",1,1,1,2 ], "a horse having such a tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat-tail",1,1,2 ], "a style of spoon in which the line of the handle is prolonged in a tapering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat-tail",1,1,2 ], "moulding along the back of the bowl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rat-tail",1,1,3 ], "a kind of woodworking or metalworking file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rat-tat",1,1,1 ], "variant of ratatat-tat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rata",1,1,1 ], "either of two New Zealand myrtaceous forest trees, Metrosideros robusta or M|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rata",1,1,1 ], "lucida, having crimson flowers and hard wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratable value",1,1,1 ], "a fixed value assigned to a property by a local authority, on the basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratable value",1,1,1 ], "which variable annual rates are charged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratable",1,1,1 ], "able to be rated or evaluated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratable",1,1,2 ], "(of property, etc|) liable to payment of rates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratafia",1,1,1 ], "any liquor made from fruit or from brandy with added fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratafia",1,1,2 ], "a flavouring essence made from almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratafia",1,1,3 ], "a small macaroon flavoured with almonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratal",1,1,1 ], "the amount on which rates are assessed; ratable value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to rates (local taxation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rattan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratatat-tat",1,1,1 ], "the sound of knocking on a door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratatouille",1,1,1 ], "a vegetable casserole made of tomatoes, aubergines, peppers, etc|, fried in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratatouille",1,1,1 ], "oil and stewed slowly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratbag",1,1,1 ], "a contemptible person: used as a term of abuse or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratbaggery",1,1,1 ], "rascally behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratbite fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious febrile disease caused by the bite of a rat infected with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratbite fever",1,1,1 ], "either of two pathogenic bacteria (Streptobacillus moniliformis or Spirillum minus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratchet",1,1,1 ], "a device in which a toothed rack or wheel is engaged by a pawl to permit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratchet",1,1,1 ], "motion in one direction only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratchet",1,1,2 ], "the toothed rack or wheel forming part of such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,1 ], "a quantity or amount considered in relation to or measured against another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,1 ], "quantity or amount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,2 ], "a price or charge with reference to a standard or scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,3 ], "a charge made per unit for a commodity, service, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,4 ], "the relative speed of progress or change of something variable; pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,4,1 ], "relative quality; class or grade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,5 ], "a measure of the frequency of occurrence of a given event, such as births and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,5 ], "deaths, usually expressed as the number of times the event occurs for every thousand of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,5 ], "the total population considered" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,6 ], "a wage calculated against a unit of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,7 ], "the amount of gain or loss of a timepiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,1,8 ], "at any rate| in any case; at all events; anyway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,2,1 ], "to assign or receive a position on a scale of relative values; rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,2,2 ], "to estimate the value of; evaluate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,2,3 ], "to be worthy of; deserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,2,4 ], "to consider; regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,2,5 ], "to assess the value of (property) for the purpose of local taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",1,2,6 ], "to think highly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rate",2,1,1 ], "to scold or criticize severely; rebuke harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rateable",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ratable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rateen",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ratine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratel",1,1,1 ], "a musteline mammal, Mellivora capensis, inhabiting wooded regions of Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratel",1,1,1 ], "and S Asia| It has a massive body, strong claws, and a thick coat that is paler on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratel",1,1,1 ], "the back and feeds on honey and small animals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ratepayer",1,1,1 ], "a person who pays local rates, esp| a householder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rates",1,1,1 ], "a tax on property levied by a local authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratfink",1,1,1 ], "a contemptible or undesirable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for rabbitfish ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratfish",1,1,2 ], "a chimaera, Hydrolagus colliei, of the North Pacific Ocean, which has a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratfish",1,1,2 ], "narrow tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratha",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a four-wheeled carriage drawn by horses or bullocks chariot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rathe",1,1,1 ], "blossoming or ripening early in the season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rathe",1,1,2 ], "eager or prompt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rather",1,1,1 ], "relatively or fairly; somewhat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rather",1,1,2 ], "to a significant or noticeable extent; quite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rather",1,1,3 ], "to a limited extent or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rather",1,1,4 ], "with better or more just cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rather",1,1,5 ], "more readily or willingly; sooner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rather",1,2,1 ], "on the contrary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rather",1,3,1 ], "an expression of strong affirmation, often in answer to a question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to give formal approval or consent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratine",1,1,1 ], "a coarse loosely woven cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,1 ], "a classification according to order or grade; ranking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,2 ], "(in certain navies) a sailor who holds neither commissioned nor warrant rank;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,2 ], "an ordinary seaman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,3 ], "a handicap assigned to a racing boat based on its dimensions, sail area," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,3 ], "weight, draught, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,4 ], "individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,4 ], "the estimated financial or credit standing of a business enterprise or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,5 ], "a figure based on statistical sampling indicating what proportion of the total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rating",1,1,5 ], "listening and viewing audience tune in to a specific programme or network" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rating",2,1,1 ], "a sharp scolding or rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratio",1,1,1 ], "a relationship that indicates the extent to which one class of objects exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratio",1,1,1 ], "compared to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratio",1,1,2 ], "a quotient of two numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratiocinate",1,1,1 ], "to think or argue logically and methodically reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ration",1,1,1,1 ], "a fixed allowance of food, provisions, etc|, esp| a statutory one for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ration",1,1,1,1 ], "civilians in time of scarcity or soldiers in time of war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ration",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ration",1,1,2 ], "a sufficient or adequate amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ration",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to distribute (provisions), esp| to an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ration",1,2,2 ], "to restrict the distribution or consumption of (a commodity) by (people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rational number",1,1,1 ], "any real number of the form a/b, where a and b are integers and b is not zero," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rational number",1,1,1 ], "as 7 or 7/3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rational",1,1,1 ], "using reason or logic in thinking out a problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rational",1,1,2 ], "in accordance with the principles of logic or reason; reasonable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rational",1,1,3 ], "of sound mind; sane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rational",1,1,4 ], "endowed with the capacity to reason; capable of logical thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rational",1,1,5 ], "(of an expression, equation, etc|) containing no variable either in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rational",1,1,5 ], "irreducible radical form or raised to a fractional power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationale",1,1,1 ], "a reasoned exposition, esp| one defining the fundamental reasons for a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationale",1,1,1 ], "of action, belief, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that reason is the proper basis for regulating morals, conduct," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,1,1 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that knowledge is acquired by reason without regard to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,1,2 ], "form the basis of all knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,1,2 ], "the Cartesian doctrine that self-evident propositions and their consequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,2 ], "for establishing religious truth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that human reason, rather than divine revelation, is the basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being rational or logical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationality",1,1,2 ], "the possession or utilization of reason or logic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationality",1,1,3 ], "a reasonable or logical opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationalize",1,1,1 ], "plausible reasons, esp| after the event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalize",1,1,1 ], "to justify (one's actions, esp| discreditable actions, or beliefs) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationalize",1,1,2 ], "to apply logic or reason to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationalize",1,2,1 ], "etc|), in order to make it more efficient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalize",1,2,1 ], "to eliminate unnecessary equipment, personnel, or processes from (a factory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rationalize",1,3,1 ], "expression) or the roots of (an equation)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rationalize",1,3,1 ], "to eliminate one or more radicals without changing the value of (an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rations",1,1,1 ], "a fixed daily allowance of food, esp| to military personnel or when supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rations",1,1,1 ], "are limited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratite",1,1,1 ], "(of flightless birds) having a breastbone that lacks a keel for the attachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratite",1,1,1 ], "of flight muscles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratite",1,1,2 ], "Ratitae), that have a flat breastbone, feathers lacking vanes, and reduced wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratite",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting the flightless birds, formerly classified as a group (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratite",1,2,1 ], "a bird, such as an ostrich, kiwi, or rhea, that belongs to this group; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratite",1,2,1 ], "flightless bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratline",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of light lines tied across the shrouds of a sailing vessel for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratline",1,1,1 ], "climbing aloft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratoon",1,1,1 ], "a new shoot that grows from near the root or crown of crop plants, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratoon",1,1,1 ], "sugar cane, after the old growth has been cut back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ratoon",1,2,1 ], "to propagate or cause to propagate by such a growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rats",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of rejection or disdain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratsbane",1,1,1 ], "rat poison, esp| arsenic oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattan",1,1,1 ], "any of the climbing palms of the genus Calamus and related genera, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattan",1,1,1 ], "tough stems used for wickerwork and canes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattan",1,1,2 ], "the stems of such plants collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattan",1,1,3 ], "a stick made from one of these stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratteen",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ratine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratter",1,1,1 ], "a dog or cat that catches and kills rats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratter",1,1,2 ], "another word for rat 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattish",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or infested with rats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,1,1 ], "pellets colliding when shaken in a container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a rapid succession of short sharp sounds, as of loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,1,2 ], "to shake or cause to shake with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,1,3 ], "to send, move, drive, etc|, with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,2,1 ], "to chatter idly; talk, esp| at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,3,1 ], "to recite perfunctorily or rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,4,1 ], "to disconcert; make frightened or anxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,1 ], "a rapid succession of short sharp sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,2 ], "a baby's toy filled with small pellets that rattle when shaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,3 ], "a series of loosely connected horny segments on the tail of a rattlesnake," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,3 ], "vibrated to produce a rattling sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,4 ], "any of various European scrophulariaceous plants having a capsule in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,4 ], "seeds rattle, such as Pedicularis palustris and Rhinanthus minor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,5 ], "idle chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,6 ], "an idle chatterer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",1,5,7 ], "another name for rale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattle",2,1,1 ], "to fit (a vessel or its rigging) with ratlines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattlebox",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical and subtropical leguminous plants that have inflated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattlebox",1,1,1 ], "pods within which the seeds rattle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattlebrain" ,1, 1, 1],"rattlehead, or rattlepaten| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "rattlebrain" ,1, 1, 2],"a light-minded person, full of idle talk",1). c_DEF([ "rattlesnake plantain",1,1,1 ], "any of various small temperate and tropical orchids of the genus Goodyera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattlesnake plantain",1,1,1 ], "having mottled or striped leaves and spikes of yellowish-white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattlesnake",1,1,1 ], "Sistrurus, such as C| horridus family Crotalidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattlesnake",1,1,1 ], "any of the venomous New World snakes constituting the genera Crotalus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattlesnake",1,1,2 ], "(pit vipers)| They have a series of loose horny segments on the tail that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattlesnake",1,1,2 ], "vibrated to produce a buzzing or whirring sound| Informal name: rattler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rattletrap",1,1,1 ], "a broken-down old vehicle, esp| an old car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattling" ,1, 1, 1],"(intensifier qualifying something good, fine, pleasant, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "rattling" ,1, 1, 3],"having a rattle; rattling",1). c_DEF([ "rattoon",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of ratoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattrap",1,1,1 ], "a device for catching rats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rattrap",1,1,2 ], "a type of bicycle pedal having serrated steel foot pads and a toe clip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratty",1,1,2 ], "irritable; annoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratty",1,1,3 ], "(of the hair) straggly, unkempt, or greasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratty",1,1,4 ], "shabby; dilapidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratty",1,1,4,1 ], "angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratty",1,1,4,2 ], "mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ratty",1,1,5 ], "of, like, or full of rats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raucous",1,1,1 ], "(of voices, cries, etc|) harshly or hoarsely loud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raunchy",1,1,1 ], "chier, chiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raunchy",1,1,2 ], "lecherous or smutty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rauwolfia",1,1,1 ], "any tropical tree or shrub of the apocynaceous genus Rauwolfia, esp| R|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rauwolfia",1,1,1 ], "serpentina of SE Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rauwolfia",1,1,2 ], "the powdered root of R| serpentina: a source of various drugs, esp| reserpine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravage",1,1,1 ], "to cause extensive damage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravage",1,2,1 ], "destructive action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,1,1 ], "to utter (something) in a wild or incoherent manner, as when mad or delirious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,2,1 ], "to speak in an angry uncontrolled manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,3,1 ], "(of the sea, wind, etc|) to rage or roar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,4,1 ], "to write or speak (about) with great enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,5,1 ], "to enjoy oneself wildly or uninhibitedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,6,1,1 ], "enthusiastic or extravagant praise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,6,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,6,2 ], "a party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",1,6,3 ], "a fad or fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rave",2,1,1 ], "a vertical sidepiece on a wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,1,1 ], "to tangle (threads, fibres, etc|) or (of threads, etc|) to become entangled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by out) to tease or draw out (the fibres of a fabric or garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,1,2 ], "or (of a garment or fabric) to fray out in loose ends; unravel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,2,1 ], "to disentangle or resolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,2,2 ], "break up; fret; scab" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,2,2 ], "to break up (a road surface) in patches or (of a road surface) to begin to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,2,3 ], "to make or become confused or complicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravel",1,3,1 ], "a tangle or complication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravelin",1,1,1 ], "an outwork having two embankments at a salient angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravelment",1,1,1 ], "a ravel or tangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raven",1,1,1 ], "a large passerine bird, Corvus corax, having a large straight bill, long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raven",1,1,1 ], "wedge-shaped tail, and black plumage: family Corvidae (crows)| It has a hoarse croaking cry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raven",1,1,1,1 ], "a shiny black colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raven",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raven",2,1,1 ], "to seize or seek (plunder, prey, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raven",2,1,2 ], "to eat (something) voraciously or greedily; be ravenous in eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravening",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of animals such as wolves) voracious predatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravenous",1,1,1 ], "famished; starving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravenous",1,1,2 ], "rapacious; voracious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raver",1,1,1 ], "a person who leads a wild or uninhibited social life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravin",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of raven'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravine",1,1,1 ], "a deep narrow steep-sided valley, esp| one formed by the action of running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravine",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raving",1,1,1,1 ], "delirious; frenzied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raving",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravioli",1,1,1 ], "small squares of pasta containing a savoury mixture of meat, cheese, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravish",1,1,1 ], "to give great delight to; enrapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravish",1,1,2 ], "to rape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravish",1,1,3 ], "to carry off by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ravishing",1,1,1 ], "delightful; lovely; entrancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raw material",1,1,1 ], "material on which a particular manufacturing process is carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raw material",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing regarded as suitable for some particular purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raw silk",1,1,1 ], "untreated silk fibres reeled from the cocoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raw silk",1,1,2 ], "fabric woven from such fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 10],"(of the weather) harshly cold and damp",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 11],"unfair; unjust (esp| in the phrase a raw deal)",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 1],"(of food) not cooked",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 2],"in an unfinished, natural, or unrefined state; not treated by manufacturing or",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 2],"other processes",2). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 3],"(of the skin, a wound, etc|) having the surface exposed or abraded, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 3],"painfully",2). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 4],"ignorant, inexperienced, or immature",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 5],"not selected or modified",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 6],"frank or realistic",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 7],"(of spirits) undiluted",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 8],"coarse, vulgar, or obscene",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 1, 9],"recently done; fresh",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 2, 2],"a sensitive point",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 2, 3],"in the raw",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 2, 4, 2],"in a natural or unmodified state",1). c_DEF([ "raw" ,1, 2, 4],"without clothes; naked",1). c_DEF([ "rawboned",1,1,1 ], "having a lean bony physique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rawhide",1,1,1 ], "untanned hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rawhide",1,1,2 ], "a whip or rope made of strips cut from such a hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rawinsonde",1,1,1 ], "a hydrogen balloon carrying meteorological instruments and a radar target," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rawinsonde",1,1,1 ], "enabling the velocity of winds in the atmosphere to be measured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ray flower",1,1,1 ], "any of the small strap-shaped flowers in the flower head of certain composite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray flower",1,1,1 ], "plants, such as the daisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ray gun",1,1,1 ], "(in science fiction) a gun that emits rays to paralyse, stun, or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,1 ], "a narrow beam of light; gleam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,2 ], "a slight indication, esp| of something anticipated or hoped for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,3 ], "a straight line extending from a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,4 ], "a thin beam of electromagnetic radiation or particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,5 ], "any of the bony or cartilaginous spines of the fin of a fish that form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,5 ], "support for the soft part of the fin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,6 ], "any of the arms or branches of a starfish or other radiate animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,7 ], "from certain lunar craters and extend for hundreds of kilometres, crossing mountain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,7 ], "one of a number of bright visible streaks of uncertain origin that radiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,1,7 ], "ranges and smaller craters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,2,1 ], "(of an object) to emit (light) in rays or (of light) to issue in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,2,1 ], "rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,3,1 ], "(of lines, etc|) to extend in rays or on radiating paths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",1,4,1 ], "to adorn (an ornament, etc|) with rays or radiating lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",2,1,1 ], "any of various marine selachian fishes typically having a flattened body," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ray",2,1,1 ], "greatly enlarged winglike pectoral fins, gills on the undersurface of the fins, and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ray",2,1,1 ], "long whiplike tail| They constitute the orders Torpediniformes and Rajiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ray",3,1,1 ], "(in tonic solfa) the second degree of any major scale supertonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rayless",1,1,1 ], "dark; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rayless",1,1,2 ], "lacking rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raylet",1,1,1 ], "a small ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rayon",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of textile fibres made from wood pulp or other forms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rayon",1,1,1 ], "cellulose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rayon",1,1,2 ], "any fabric made from such a fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rayon",1,1,3 ], "consisting of or involving rayon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raze",1,1,1 ], "the ground)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "raze",1,1,1 ], "to demolish (buildings, etc|) completely; level (esp| in the phrase raze to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raze",1,1,2 ], "to delete; erase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "raze",1,1,3 ], "to graze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razee" ,1, 1, 1],"a sailing ship that has had its upper deck or decks removed",1). c_DEF([ "razee" ,1, 2, 2],"to remove the upper deck or decks of (a sailing ship)",1). c_DEF([ "razoo",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razor",1,1,1 ], "a sharp implement used esp| for shaving the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razor",1,1,2 ], "on a razor's edge or razor-edge| in an acute dilemma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razor",1,2,1 ], "to cut or shave with a razor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razor-cut" ,1, 1, 1],"to trim or shape (the hair) with a razor",1). c_DEF([ "razor-shell",1,1,1 ], "any of various sand-burrowing bivalve molluscs of the genera Ensis and Solen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razor-shell",1,1,1 ], "which have a long tubular shell| U|S| name: razor clam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "razorback",1,1,1 ], "another name for the common rorqual (see rorqual)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razorback",1,1,2 ], "a semiwild or wild pig of the southeastern U|S|, having a narrow body, long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razorback",1,1,2 ], "legs, and a ridged back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "razorbill",1,1,1 ], "a common auk, Alca torda, of the North Atlantic, having a thick laterally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razorbill",1,1,1 ], "compressed bill with white markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "razz",1,1,1 ], "to make fun of; deride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razz",1,2,1 ], "short for raspberry ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razzia",1,1,1 ], "a raid for plunder or slaves, esp| one carried out by Moors in North Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razzle-dazzle",1,1,1 ], "noisy or showy fuss or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "razzle-dazzle",1,1,2 ], "a spree or frolic (esp| in the phrase on the razzle-dazzle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rcd|",1,1,1 ], "received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rchauff",1,1,1 ], "warmed-up leftover food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rchauff",1,1,2 ], "old, stale, or reworked material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rclame",1,1,1 ], "public acclaim or attention; publicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rclame",1,1,2 ], "the capacity for attracting publicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rcpt|",1,1,1 ], "receipt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rct|",1,1,1 ], "recruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rd|",1,1,1 ], "rendered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rd|",1,1,2 ], "rod (unit of length)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rd|",1,1,3 ], "road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rd|",1,1,4 ], "round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rd|",1,1,5 ], "rutherford" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re",1,1,1 ], "an alternative spelling of ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re",2,1,1 ], "with reference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-",1,1,1 ], "indicating return to a previous condition, restoration, withdrawal, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-",1,1,2 ], "indicating repetition of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-act",1,1,1 ], "to act or perform again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-cede",1,1,1 ], "to restore to a former owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-count",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!ka$unt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-count",1,1,2 ], "to count (votes, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-count",1,2,1 ], "a second or further count, esp| of votes in a closely contested election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-cover",1,1,1 ], "to cover again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-cover",1,1,2 ], "to provide (a piece of furniture, etc|) with a new cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-create",1,1,1 ], "to create anew; reproduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-dress",1,1,1 ], "to dress (something) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-echo",1,1,1 ], "to echo (a sound that is already an echo); resound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-echo",1,2,1 ], "to repeat like an echo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-entering angle",1,1,1 ], "an interior angle of a polygon that is greater than 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-entrant",1,1,1 ], "pointing inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-entrant",1,2,1 ], "an angle or part that points inwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-entry",1,1,1 ], "earlier transfer of the property, such as a lease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "re-entry",1,1,1 ], "the act of retaking possession of land, etc|, under a right reserved in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-entry",1,1,2 ], "the return of a spacecraft into the earth's atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-examine",1,1,1 ], "to examine again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-examine",1,1,2 ], "cross-examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "re-examine",1,1,2 ], "to examine (one's own witness) again upon matters arising out of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-export",1,1,1 ], "to export (imported goods, esp| after processing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-export",1,2,1 ], "(ri$:!$eksp@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-export",1,2,2 ], "the act of re-exporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-export",1,2,3 ], "a re-exported commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-form",1,1,1 ], "to form anew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-fund",1,1,1 ], "issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "re-fund",1,1,1 ], "to discharge (an old or matured debt) by new borrowing, as by a new bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-fund",1,1,2 ], "to replace (an existing bond issue) with a new one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-present",1,1,1 ], "to present again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-press",1,1,1 ], "second pressing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "re-press",1,1,1 ], "to press again, esp| to reproduce more copies of a gramophone record by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-proof",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "re-proof",1,1,1 ], "to treat (a garment, etc|) so as to renew its texture, waterproof qualities," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-proof",1,1,2 ], "to provide a new proof of (a book, galley, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-serve",1,1,1 ], "to serve again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-sign",1,1,1 ], "to sign (a document, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-soluble",1,1,1 ], "capable of being dissolved again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-sort",1,1,1 ], "to sort again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-sound",1,1,1 ], "to sound or cause to sound again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-trace",1,1,1 ], "to trace (a map, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "re-tread",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to tread or walk over (one's steps, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,1,1 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,1,1 ], "to arrive at or get to (a place, person, etc|) in the course of movement or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,1,2 ], "to extend as far as (a point or place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,1,3 ], "to come to (a certain condition, stage, or situation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,10,1 ], "the act of reaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,10,2 ], "the extent or distance of reaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,10,3 ], "the range of influence, power, jurisdiction, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,10,4 ], "an open stretch of water, esp| on a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,10,5 ], "the direction or distance sailed by a vessel on one tack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,10,6 ], "a bar on the rear axle of a vehicle connecting it with some part at the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,10,6 ], "end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,2,1 ], "to extend in influence or operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,3,1 ], "to pass or give (something to a person) with the outstretched hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,4,1 ], "to make a movement (towards), as if to grasp or touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,5,1 ], "to strive or yearn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,6,1 ], "to make contact or communication with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,7,1 ], "to strike, esp| in fencing or boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,8,1 ], "to amount to (a certain sum)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach",1,9,1 ], "to sail on a tack with the wind on or near abeam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reach-me-down",1,1,1 ], "another name for hand-me-down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "react",1,1,1 ], "(of a person or thing) to act in response to another person, a stimulus, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "react",1,1,1 ], "or (of two people or things) to act together in a certain way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "react",1,2,1 ], "to act in an opposing or contrary manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "react",1,3,1 ], "to exert an equal force in the opposite direction to an acting force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "react",1,3,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactance",1,1,1 ], "inductance of an electrical circuit; the imaginary part of the impedance Z, Z = R + iX," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reactance",1,1,1 ], "ohms" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "reactance",1,1,1 ], "the opposition to the flow of alternating current by the capacitance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactance",1,1,1 ], "where R is the restistance, i = sqrt -1, and X is the reactance| It is expressed in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reactance",1,1,2 ], "or mechanical impedance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reactance",1,1,2 ], "the opposition to the flow of an acoustic or mechanical vibration, usually due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactance",1,1,2 ], "to inertia or stiffness| It is the magnitude of the imaginary part of the acoustic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reactant",1,1,1 ], "a substance that participates in a chemical reaction, esp| a substance that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactant",1,1,1 ], "present at the start of the reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reaction engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine, such as a jet or rocket engine, that ejects gas at high velocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction engine",1,1,1 ], "and develops its thrust from the ensuing reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reaction formation",1,1,1 ], "a defence mechanism by which a person converts a socially unacceptable impulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction formation",1,1,1 ], "into socially acceptable behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reaction turbine",1,1,1 ], "a turbine in which the working fluid is accelerated by expansion in both the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction turbine",1,1,1 ], "rotor and by reaction from fluid accelerating out of the rotor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reaction turbine",1,1,1 ], "static nozzles and the rotor blades| Torque is produced by the momentum changes in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,1 ], "a response to some foregoing action or stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,2 ], "the reciprocal action of two things acting together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,3 ], "condition or system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,3 ], "opposition to change, esp| political change, or a desire to return to a former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,3,1 ], "a response indicating a person's feelings or emotional attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,3,1 ], "any effect produced by the action of a drug, esp| an adverse effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,3,2 ], "a group of responses characteristic of a certain mental disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,3,2 ], "any effect produced by a substance (allergen) to which a person is allergic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,4 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,4 ], "the equal but opposite force produced when any force is applied to a body or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,5 ], "short for chemical reaction or nuclear reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaction",1,1,6 ], "a sharp fall in price interrupting a general rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactionary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by reaction, esp| against radical political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactionary",1,1,1 ], "or social change" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reactionary",1,2,1 ], "a person opposed to radical change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactivate",1,1,1 ], "to make (something) active or functional again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactive",1,1,1 ], "readily partaking in chemical reactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactive",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or having a reactance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactive",1,1,3 ], "responsive to stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactor",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as a reagent, that undergoes a reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactor",1,1,2 ], "short for nuclear reactor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactor",1,1,3 ], "a vessel, esp| one in industrial use, in which a chemical reaction takes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactor",1,1,3 ], "place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reactor",1,1,4 ], "a coil of low resistance and high inductance that introduces reactance into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reactor",1,1,4 ], "circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reactor",1,1,5 ], "a person sensitive to a particular drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read in",1,1,1 ], "to read (data) into a computer memory or storage device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read in",1,1,2 ], "publicly reading the Thirty-nine Articles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read in",1,1,2 ], "read oneself in| Church of England| to assume possession of a benefice by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read into",1,1,1 ], "(tr|, prep|)to discern in or infer from a statement (meanings not intended by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read into",1,1,1 ], "the speaker or writer)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read out" ,1, 1, 1],"to read (something) aloud",1). c_DEF([ "read out" ,1, 2, 1],"to expel (someone) from a political party or other society",1). c_DEF([ "read out" ,1, 2, 2],"to retrieve information from a computer memory or storage device",1). c_DEF([ "read out" ,1, 3, 1, 1],"the act of retrieving information from a computer memory or storage device",1). c_DEF([ "read out" ,1, 3, 1, 2],"the information retrieved",1). c_DEF([ "read up",1,1,1 ], "to acquire information about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read up",1,1,2 ], "(a subject) by reading intensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,1,1 ], "interpreting the written or printed characters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,1,1 ], "to comprehend the meaning of (something written or printed) by looking at and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,1,2 ], "to be occupied in such an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,1,3 ], "(something written or printed)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,1,3 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by out) to look at, interpret, and speak aloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,10,1 ], "staff and to be able to reproduce the musical sounds represented by these notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,10,1 ], "to understand (written or printed music) by interpretation of the notes on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,10,2 ], "read a lesson Informal| to censure or reprimand, esp| in a long-winded manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,10,3 ], "hidden or implied rather than being openly stated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,10,3 ], "read between the lines| Informal| to perceive or deduce a meaning that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,11,1 ], "matter suitable for reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,11,2 ], "the act of reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,2,1 ], "to interpret the significance or meaning of through scrutiny and recognition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,3,1 ], "by visual means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,3,1 ], "to interpret or understand the meaning of (signs, characters, etc|) other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,4,1 ], "printed word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,4,1 ], "to have sufficient knowledge of (a language) to understand the written or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,4,2 ], "to discover or make out the true nature or mood of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,4,3 ], "something read) to convey a particular meaning or impression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,4,3 ], "to interpret or understand (something read) in a specified way, or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,5,1 ], "to adopt as a reading in a particular passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,6,1 ], "to have or contain a certain form or wording" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,6,2 ], "to undertake a course of study in (a subject)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,6,3 ], "to gain knowledge by reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,7,1 ], "to register, indicate, or show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,8,1 ], "to bring or put into a specified condition by reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,9,1 ], "to hear and understand, esp| when using a two-way radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",1,9,2 ], "to obtain (data) from a storage device, such as magnetic tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",2,1,1 ], "past tense and past participle of read ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",2,2,1 ], "having knowledge gained from books (esp| in the phrases widely read and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read",2,2,1 ], "well-read)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "read-write head",1,1,1 ], "an electromagnet that can both read and write information on a magnetic medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "read-write head",1,1,1 ], "such as magnetic tape or disk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "readable",1,1,1 ], "(of handwriting, etc|) able to be read or deciphered; legible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readable",1,1,2 ], "(of style of writing) interesting, easy, or pleasant to read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,1 ], "a person who reads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,2 ], "a person who is fond of reading|CATEGORY Chiefly Brit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,3 ], "a senior lecturer at a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,3,1 ], "a book that is part of a planned series for those learning to read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,3,2 ], "U|S| a teaching assistant in a faculty who grades papers, examinations, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,3,2 ], "a standard textbook, esp| for foreign-language learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,3,2 ], "on behalf of a professor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,4 ], "a person who reads aloud in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,5 ], "a person who reads and assesses the merit of manuscripts submitted to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,5 ], "publisher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,6 ], "a person employed to read proofs and indicate errors by comparison with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,6 ], "original copy; proofreader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reader",1,1,7 ], "short for lay reader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readership",1,1,1 ], "all the readers collectively of a particular publication or author" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readership",1,1,2 ], "the office, position, or rank of university reader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readily",1,1,1 ], "promptly; eagerly; willingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readily",1,1,2 ], "without difficulty or delay; easily or quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readiness",1,1,1 ], "the state of being ready or prepared, as for use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readiness",1,1,2 ], "willingness or eagerness to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readiness",1,1,3 ], "ease or promptness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,1,1 ], "ability to read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of a person who reads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,2 ], "any matter that can be read; written or printed text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,3 ], "a public recital or rendering of a literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,4 ], "one version exists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,4 ], "the form of a particular word or passage in a given text, esp| where more than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,5 ], "an interpretation, as of a piece of music, a situation, or something said or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,5 ], "written" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,6 ], "knowledge gained from books" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,7 ], "a measurement indicated by a gauge, dial, scientific instrument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,7,1 ], "order to begin one of the stages of its passage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,7,1 ], "the formal recital of the body or title of a bill in a legislative assembly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,7,2 ], "assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,7,2 ], "one of the three stages in the passage of a bill through a legislative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reading",1,1,8 ], "the formal recital of something written, esp| a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "readjust",1,1,1 ], "failure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "readjust",1,1,1 ], "to adjust or adapt (oneself or something) again, esp| after an initial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready money",1,1,1 ], "funds for immediate use; cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready reckoner",1,1,1 ], "a table of numbers used to facilitate simple calculations, esp| one for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready reckoner",1,1,1 ], "working out rates of discount, interest, charging, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,1,1 ], "readier, readiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,1,2 ], "in a state of completion or preparedness, as for use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,1,3 ], "willing or eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,1,4 ], "prompt or rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,1,5 ], "quick in perceiving; intelligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,2,1 ], "(foll| by to) on the point (of) or liable (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,3,1 ], "conveniently near (esp| in the phrase ready to hand)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,3,2 ], "make or get ready| to prepare (oneself or something) for use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,4,1 ], "short for ready money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,4,2 ], "at or to the ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,4,2,1 ], "(of a rifle) in the position normally adopted immediately prior to aiming and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,4,2,1 ], "firing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ready",1,4,2,2 ], "poised for use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-made",1,1,1 ], "made for purchase and immediate use by any customer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-made",1,1,2 ], "extremely convenient or ideally suited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-made",1,1,3 ], "unoriginal or conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-made",1,2,1 ], "a ready-made article, esp| a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-mix",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-mix",1,1,2 ], "consisting of ingredients blended in advance, esp| of food that is ready to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-mix",1,1,2 ], "cook or eat after addition of milk or water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ready-mix",1,1,3 ], "concrete that is mixed before or during delivery to a building site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-to-wear",1,1,1 ], "(of clothes) not tailored for the wearer; of a standard size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-to-wear",1,2,1 ], "an article or suit of such clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ready-witted",1,1,1 ], "quick to learn or perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reafforest",1,1,1 ], "to replant (an area that was formerly forested)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reagent",1,1,1 ], "a substance for use in a chemical reaction, esp| for use in chemical synthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reagent",1,1,1 ], "and analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "real number",1,1,1 ], "any rational or irrational number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real part" ,1, 1, 1],"the term a in a complex number a,,ib, where i = sqrt -1",1). c_DEF([ "real presence",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the body of Christ is actually present in the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real tennis",1,1,1 ], "an ancient form of tennis played in a four-walled indoor court with various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real tennis",1,1,1 ], "openings, a sloping-roofed corridor along three sides, and a buttress on the fourth side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "real wages",1,1,1 ], "money actually paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "real wages",1,1,1 ], "wages evaluated with reference to their purchasing power rather than to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,1 ], "existing or occurring in the physical world; not imaginary, fictitious, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,1 ], "theoretical; actual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,10 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,2 ], "true; actual; not false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,3 ], "deserving the name; rightly so called" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,4 ], "not artificial or simulated; genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,5 ], "existent or relating to actual existence (as opposed to nonexistent," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,5 ], "potential, contingent, or apparent)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,6 ], "(of prices, incomes, wages, etc|) considered in terms of purchasing power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,6 ], "rather than nominal currency value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,7 ], "denoting or relating to immovable property such as land and tenements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,8 ], "involving or containing real numbers; nonimaginary| The real part of a complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,8 ], "number z is usually written Rez" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,8,1 ], "(of the answer in a fugue)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,9 ], "preserving the intervals as they appear in the subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,1,9,2 ], "denoting a fugue as having such an answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,2,1 ], "the real| that which exists in fact; reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",1,2,2 ], "for real| Slang| not as a test or trial; in earnest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",2,1,1 ], "a former small Spanish or Spanish-American silver coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real",3,1,1 ], "a former coin of Portugal and Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real-time",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a data-processing system in which a computer is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "real-time",1,1,1 ], "on-line to a source of data and processes the data as it is generated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realgar",1,1,1 ], "a rare orange-red soft mineral consisting of arsenic sulphide in monoclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realgar",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| It occurs in Utah and Rumania and as a deposit from hot springs| It is an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realgar",1,1,1 ], "important ore of arsenic and is also used as a pigment| Formula: AsS" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,1 ], "as opposed to the abstract or ideal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,1 ], "awareness or acceptance of the physical universe, events, etc|, as they are," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,2 ], "awareness or acceptance of the facts and necessities of life; a practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,2 ], "rather than a moral or dogmatic view of things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,3 ], "a style of painting and sculpture that seeks to represent the familiar or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,3 ], "of it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,3 ], "typical in real life, rather than an idealized, formalized, or romantic interpretation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,4 ], "any similar school or style in other arts, esp| literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,5 ], "real existence independent of their names" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,5 ], "the theory that things named by general words, including universals, have a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,6 ], "or not" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realism",1,1,6 ], "the theory that physical objects continue to exist whether they are perceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realist",1,1,1 ], "a person who is aware of and accepts the physical universe, events, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realist",1,1,1 ], "they are; pragmatist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realist",1,1,2 ], "an artist or writer who seeks to represent the familiar or typical in real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realist",1,1,2 ], "life rather than an idealized, formalized, or romantic interpretation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realist",1,1,3 ], "a person who accepts realism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realist",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of realism or realists in the arts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realist",1,1,4 ], "philosophy, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realistic",1,1,1 ], "showing awareness and acceptance of reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realistic",1,1,2 ], "practical or pragmatic rather than ideal or moral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realistic",1,1,3 ], "(of a book, film, etc|) depicting or emphasizing what is real and actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realistic",1,1,3 ], "rather than abstract or ideal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realistic",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to philosophical realism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reality",1,1,1 ], "the state of things as they are or appear to be, rather than as one might wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reality",1,1,1 ], "them to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reality",1,1,2 ], "something that is real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reality",1,1,3 ], "the state of being real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reality",1,1,3,1 ], "that which exists, independent of human awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reality",1,1,3,2 ], "the totality of facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reality",1,1,4 ], "in reality| actually; in fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,1,1 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to become conscious or aware of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,2,1 ], "to bring (a plan, ambition, etc|) to fruition; make actual or concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,3,1 ], "to give (something, such as a drama or film) the appearance of reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,4,1 ], "(of goods, property, etc|) to sell for or make (a certain sum)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,5,1 ], "to convert (property or goods) into cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,6,1 ], "(of a musicologist or performer)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,6,1,1 ], "supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,6,1,1 ], "to expand or complete (a thorough-bass part in a piece of baroque music) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,6,1,2 ], "to reconstruct (a composition) from an incomplete set of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,6,2 ], "articulate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "realize",1,6,2 ], "to sound or utter (a phoneme or other speech sound) in actual speech;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "really",1,1,1 ], "in reality; in actuality; assuredly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "really",1,1,2 ], "truly; genuinely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "really",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of dismay, disapproval, doubt, surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "really",1,2,2 ], "not reallyan exclamation of surprise or polite doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realm",1,1,1 ], "a royal domain; kingdom (now chiefly in such phrases as Peer of the Realm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realm",1,1,2 ], "a field of interest, study, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realtor",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for an estate agent, esp| an accredited one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "realty",1,1,1 ], "another term for real property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ream",1,1,1 ], "(long ream) or 516 sheets (printer's ream or perfect ream)|One ream is equal to 20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ream",1,1,1 ], "a number of sheets of paper, formerly 480 sheets (short ream), now 500 sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ream",1,1,1 ], "quires" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ream",1,1,2 ], "a large quantity, esp| of written matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ream",2,1,1 ], "to enlarge (a hole) by use of a reamer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ream",2,1,2 ], "to extract (juice) from (a citrus fruit) using a reamer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reamer",1,1,1 ], "a steel tool with a cylindrical or tapered shank around which longitudinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reamer",1,1,1 ], "teeth are ground, used for smoothing the bores of holes accurately to size" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reamer",1,1,2 ], "a utensil with a conical projection used for extracting juice from citrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reamer",1,1,2 ], "fruits; lemon squeezer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reap",1,1,1 ], "to cut or harvest (a crop), esp| corn, from (a field or tract of land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reap",1,2,1 ], "enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reap",1,2,1 ], "to gain or get (something) as a reward for or result of some action or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaper",1,1,1 ], "a person who reaps or a machine for reaping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reaper",1,1,2 ], "the grim reaper| death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear admiral",1,1,1 ], "admiral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rear admiral",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding flag rank in any of certain navies junior to a vice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear light",1,1,1 ], "U|S| names: taillight, tail lamp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rear light",1,1,1 ], "a red light, usually one of a pair, attached to the rear of a motor vehicle|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear sight",1,1,1 ], "the sight of a gun nearest to the breech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",1,1,1 ], "the back or hind part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",1,1,2 ], "the area or position that lies at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",1,1,3 ], "the section of a military force or procession farthest from the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",1,1,4 ], "an informal word for buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",1,1,5 ], "bring up the rear| to be at the back in a procession, race, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",1,1,6 ], "in the rear| at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",1,1,7 ], "of or in the rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",2,1,1 ], "to care for and educate (children) until maturity; bring up; raise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",2,2,1 ], "to breed (animals) or grow (plants, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",2,3,1 ], "to place or lift (a ladder, etc|) upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",2,4,1 ], "to erect (a monument, building, etc|); put up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",2,5,1 ], "(esp| of horses) to lift the front legs in the air and stand nearly upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",2,6,1 ], "(esp| of tall buildings) to rise high; tower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear",2,7,1 ], "to start with anger, resentment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rear-view mirror",1,1,1 ], "a mirror on a motor vehicle enabling the driver to see traffic behind him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearguard",1,1,1 ], "a detachment detailed to protect the rear of a military formation, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearguard",1,1,1 ], "retreat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rearguard",1,1,2 ], "an entrenched or conservative element, as in a political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearguard",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a rearguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearm",1,1,1 ], "to arm again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearm",1,2,1 ], "to equip (an army, etc|) with better weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearmost",1,1,1 ], "nearest the rear; coming last" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearmouse",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for bat (the animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearrange",1,1,1 ], "to put (something) into a new order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearrange",1,1,2 ], "to put (something) back in its original order after it has been displaced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearrange",1,1,3 ], "to fix a new date or time for (something postponed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearward",1,2,1 ], "Also (for adv| only): rearwards| towards or in the rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rearward",1,3,1 ], "a position in the rear, esp| the rear division of a military formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 10],"listen to reason| to be persuaded peaceably",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 11],"reasons of State| political justifications for an immoral act",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 1],"since the reason is||",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 1],"the faculty of rational argument, deduction, judgment, etc",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 2],"and because mean the same thing|The word because should be replaced by that:",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 2],"sound mind; sanity",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 2],"the reason is that|",2). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 3],"a cause or motive, as for a belief, action, etc",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 4],"an argument in favour or a justification for something",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 5],"intellect, as opposed to sensibility",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 6],"a premiss of an argument, esp| the minor premiss",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 7],"by reason of| because of",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 8],"in or within reason| within moderate or justifiable bounds",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 1, 9],"it stands to reason| it is logical or obvious",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 2, 1],"(when tr|, takes a clause as object) to think logically or draw (logical",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 2, 1],"conclusions) from facts or premisses",2). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 3, 1],"to urge or seek to persuade by reasoning",1). c_DEF([ "reason" ,1, 4, 1],"to work out or resolve (a problem) by reasoning",1). c_DEF([ "reasonable",1,1,1 ], "showing reason or sound judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reasonable",1,1,2 ], "having the ability to reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reasonable",1,1,3 ], "having modest or moderate expectations; not making unfair demands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reasonable",1,1,4 ], "moderate in price; not expensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reasonable",1,1,5 ], "fair; average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reasoned",1,1,1 ], "well thought-out or well presented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reasoning",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of drawing conclusions from facts, evidence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reasoning",1,1,2 ], "the arguments, proofs, etc|, so adduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reassure",1,1,1 ], "to relieve (someone) of anxieties; restore confidence to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reassure",1,1,2 ], "another term for reinsure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reast",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of reest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reave",1,1,1 ], "to carry off (property, prisoners, etc|) by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reave",1,2,1 ], "to deprive; strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reave",2,1,1 ], "to break or tear (something) apart; cleave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reb",1,1,1 ], "a Confederate soldier in the American Civil War" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reb",1,1,2 ], "(1861-65)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebarbative",1,1,1 ], "fearsome; forbidding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",1,1,1 ], "a refund of a fraction of the amount payable or paid, as for goods purchased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",1,1,1 ], "in quantity; discount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",1,2,1 ], "(r$I!be$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",1,3,1 ], "to deduct (a part) of a payment from (the total)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",1,3,2 ], "to reduce or diminish (something or the effectiveness of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",2,1,1 ], "a recess, groove, or step, usually of rectangular section, cut into a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",2,1,1 ], "or along the edge of a piece of timber to receive a mating piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",2,1,2 ], "a joint made between two pieces of timber using a rebate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",2,2,1 ], "to cut or form a rebate in (timber, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebate",2,2,2 ], "to join (pieces of timber) using a rebate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebato",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rabato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebec",1,1,1 ], "a medieval stringed instrument resembling the violin but having a lute-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebec",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!b$el), bels, belling, belled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,2,1 ], "arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,2,1 ], "to resist or rise up against a government or other authority, esp| by force of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,2,2 ], "to dissent from an accepted moral code or convention of behaviour, dress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,2,3 ], "to show repugnance (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,3,1,1 ], "a person who rebels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,3,2 ], "a person who dissents from some accepted moral code or convention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebel",1,3,2 ], "behaviour, dress, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebellion",1,1,1 ], "organized resistance or opposition to a government or other authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebellion",1,1,2 ], "dissent from an accepted moral code or convention of behaviour, dress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebellious",1,1,1 ], "showing a tendency towards rebellion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebellious",1,1,2 ], "(of a problem, etc|) difficult to overcome; refractory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebellow",1,1,1 ], "to re-echo loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebirth",1,1,1 ], "a revival or renaissance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebirth",1,1,2 ], "a second or new birth; reincarnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebore",1,1,1 ], "fitting oversize pistons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebore",1,1,1 ], "the process of boring out the cylinders of a worn reciprocating engine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebore",1,2,1 ], "(ri$:!b@$$:)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebore",1,3,1 ], "to carry out this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reborn",1,1,1 ], "born or as if born again, esp| in having undergone spiritual regeneration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebound",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!ba$und)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebound",1,2,1 ], "to spring back, as from a sudden impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebound",1,2,2 ], "to misfire, esp| so as to hurt the perpetrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebound",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of rebounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebound",1,3,2 ], "on the rebound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebound",1,3,2,1 ], "in the act of springing back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebound",1,3,2,2 ], "Informal| in a state of recovering from rejection, disappointment, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebozo",1,1,1 ], "American women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebozo",1,1,1 ], "a long wool or linen scarf covering the shoulders and head, worn by Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebuff",1,1,1 ], "help, etc|) abruptly or out of hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebuff",1,1,1 ], "to snub, reject, or refuse (a person offering help or sympathy, an offer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebuff",1,1,2 ], "to beat back (an attack); repel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebuff",1,2,1 ], "a blunt refusal or rejection; snub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebuff",1,2,2 ], "any sudden check to progress or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebuke",1,1,1 ], "to scold or reprimand (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebuke",1,2,1 ], "a reprimand or scolding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebus",1,1,1 ], "a puzzle consisting of pictures representing syllables and words; in such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebus",1,1,1 ], "puzzle the word hear might be represented by H followed by a picture of an ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebus",1,1,2 ], "a heraldic emblem or device that is a pictorial representation of or pun on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebus",1,1,2 ], "the name of the bearer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebut",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to refute or disprove, esp| by offering a contrary contention or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebut",1,1,1 ], "argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rebutter",1,1,1 ], "a defendant's pleading in reply to a plaintiff's surrejoinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rebutter",1,1,2 ], "a person who rebuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rec",1,1,1 ], "short for recreation (ground)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recalcitrant",1,1,1 ], "not susceptible to control or authority; refractory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recalcitrant",1,2,1 ], "a recalcitrant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recalesce",1,1,1 ], "to undergo recalescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recalescence",1,1,1 ], "a sudden spontaneous increase in the temperature of cooling iron resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recalescence",1,1,1 ], "from an exothermic change in crystal structure occurring at a particular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recalescence",1,1,1 ], "temperature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,1,1 ], "to bring back to mind; recollect; remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,1,2 ], "to order to return; call back permanently or temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,1,3 ], "to revoke or take back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,1,4 ], "digression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,1,4 ], "to cause (one's thoughts, attention, etc|) to return from a reverie or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,1,5 ], "to restore or revive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,2,1 ], "the act of recalling or state of being recalled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,2,2 ], "revocation or cancellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,2,3 ], "the ability to remember things; recollection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,2,4 ], "(esp| formerly) a signal to call back troops, etc|, usually a bugle call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,2,5 ], "the process by which elected officials may be deprived of office by popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recall",1,2,5 ], "vote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recant",1,1,1 ], "public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recant",1,1,1 ], "to repudiate or withdraw (a former belief or statement), esp| formally in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recap",1,2,1 ], "short for recapitulate or recapitulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulate",1,1,1 ], "to restate the main points of (an argument, speech, etc|); summarize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulate",1,2,1 ], "(of an animal) to repeat (stages of its evolutionary development) during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulate",1,2,1 ], "embryonic stages of its life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulate",1,2,2 ], "same work)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulate",1,2,2 ], "to repeat at some point during a piece of music (material used earlier in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulation",1,1,1 ], "the act of recapitulating, esp| summing up, as at the end of a speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulation",1,1,2 ], "changes that occurred during its evolutionary history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulation",1,1,2 ], "the apparent repetition in the embryonic development of an animal of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulation",1,1,3 ], "movement in sonata form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recapitulation",1,1,3 ], "the repeating of earlier themes, esp| when forming the final section of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recaption",1,1,1 ], "causing a breach of the peace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recaption",1,1,1 ], "the process of taking back one's own wife, child, property, etc|, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapture",1,1,1 ], "to capture or take again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapture",1,1,2 ], "to recover, renew, or repeat (a lost or former ability, sensation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapture",1,1,3 ], "(of the government) to take lawfully (a proportion of the profits of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapture",1,1,3 ], "public-service undertaking)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recapture",1,2,1 ], "the act of recapturing or fact of being recaptured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recapture",1,2,2 ], "public-service undertaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recapture",1,2,2 ], "the seizure by the government of a proportion of the profits of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recce",1,2,2 ], "a slang word for reconnaissance or reconnoitre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recd|",1,1,1 ], "received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,1 ], "to withdraw from a point or limit; go back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,2 ], "to become more distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,3 ], "to slope backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a man's hair)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,4 ], "to cease to grow at the temples and above the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,4,2 ], "(of a man) to start to go bald in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,5 ], "to decline in value or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recede",1,1,6 ], "(usually foll| by from) to draw back or retreat, as from a promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,1,1 ], "a written acknowledgment by a receiver of money, goods, etc|, that payment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,1,1 ], "delivery has been made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,1,2 ], "the act of receiving or fact of being received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,1,3 ], "an amount or article received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,1,4 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,1,5 ], "another word for recipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,2,1 ], "to acknowledge payment of (a bill), as by marking it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receipt",1,2,2 ], "to issue a receipt for (money, goods, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiptor",1,1,1 ], "a person who receipts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receivable",1,1,1 ], "suitable for or capable of being received, esp| as payment or legal tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receivable",1,1,2 ], "(of a bill, etc|) awaiting payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receivable",1,2,1 ], "the part of the assets of a business represented by accounts due for payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,1 ], "to take (something offered) into one's hand or possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,10 ], "to be at home to (visitors)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,11 ], "to greet or welcome (visitors or guests), esp| in formal style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,12 ], "to admit (a person) to a place, society, condition, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,13 ], "to accept or acknowledge (a precept or principle) as true or valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,14 ], "receiver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,14 ], "to convert (incoming radio signals) into sounds, pictures, etc|, by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,15 ], "to play at the other end from the server; be required to return (service)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,16 ], "to partake of (the Christian Eucharist)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,2 ], "to have (an honour, blessing, etc|) bestowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,3 ], "to accept delivery or transmission of (a letter, telephone call, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,4 ], "to be informed of (news or information)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,5 ], "to hear and consent to or acknowledge (an oath, confession, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,6 ], "(of a vessel or container) to take or hold (a substance, commodity, or certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,6 ], "amount)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,7 ], "to support or sustain (the weight of something); bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,8 ], "to apprehend or perceive (ideas, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,1,9 ], "to experience, undergo, or meet with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receive",1,2,1 ], "to buy and sell stolen goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,1 ], "a person who receives something; recipient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,2 ], "a person appointed by a court to manage property pending the outcome of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,2 ], "bankrupt or of unsound mind" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,2 ], "litigation, during the infancy of the owner, or after the owner(s) has been declared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,3 ], "a person who receives stolen goods knowing that they have been stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,4 ], "electrical signals or modulated radio waves and converts them into the original audio or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,4 ], "the equipment in a telephone, radio, or television that receives incoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,4 ], "video signals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,5 ], "oscilloscope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,5 ], "radio signals into a useful form, usually displayed on the screen of a cathode-ray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,5 ], "the equipment in a radar system, radio telescope, etc|, that converts incoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,6 ], "an obsolete word for receptacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,7 ], "a vessel in which the distillate is collected during distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,8 ], "the chamber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receiver",1,1,8 ], "the metallic frame situated behind the breech of a gun to guide the round into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receivership",1,1,1 ], "the office or function of a receiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receivership",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being administered by a receiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiving order",1,1,1 ], "a court order appointing a receiver to manage the property of a debtor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receiving order",1,1,1 ], "bankrupt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recension",1,1,1 ], "a critical revision of a literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recension",1,1,2 ], "a text revised in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recent",1,1,1 ], "having appeared, happened, or been made not long ago; modern, fresh, or new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recept",1,1,1 ], "an idea or image formed in the mind by repeated experience of a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recept",1,1,1 ], "pattern of sensory stimulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receptacle",1,1,1 ], "an object that holds something; container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptacle",1,1,1,1 ], "flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receptacle",1,1,1,1 ], "the enlarged or modified tip of the flower stalk that bears the parts of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptacle",1,1,1,2 ], "flowers such as the daisy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receptacle",1,1,1,2 ], "the shortened flattened stem bearing the florets of the capitulum of composite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptacle",1,1,1,3 ], "the part of lower plants that bears the reproductive organs or spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception room",1,1,1 ], "a room in a private house suitable for entertaining guests, esp| a lounge or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception room",1,1,1 ], "dining room" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reception room",1,1,2 ], "a room in a hotel suitable for large parties, receptions,etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,1 ], "the act of receiving or state of being received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,2 ], "the manner in which something, such as a guest or a new idea, is received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,3 ], "a formal party for guests, such as one after a wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,4 ], "an area in an office, hotel, etc|, where visitors or guests are received and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,4 ], "appointments or reservations dealt with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,5 ], "short for reception room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,6 ], "the quality or fidelity of a received radio broadcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,6,1 ], "the first class in an infant school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,6,2 ], "a class in a school designed to receive new immigrants, esp| those whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,6,2 ], "knowledge of English is poor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reception",1,1,6,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptionist",1,1,1 ], "a person employed in an office, hotel, doctor's surgery, etc|, to receive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptionist",1,1,1 ], "clients, patients, or guests, answer the telephone, and arrange appointments,etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "receptive",1,1,1 ], "able to apprehend quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptive",1,1,2 ], "tending to receive new ideas or suggestions favourably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptive",1,1,3 ], "able to hold or receive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptor",1,1,1 ], "a sensory nerve ending that changes specific stimuli into nerve impulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "receptor",1,1,2 ], "any of various devices that receive information, signals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!s$es, !ri$:s$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,1,2 ], "a space, such as a niche or alcove, set back or indented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,1,3 ], "a secluded or secret place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,1,4 ], "a cessation of business, such as the closure of Parliament during a vacation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,1,5 ], "a small cavity or depression in a bodily organ, part, or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,1,6 ], "a break between classes at a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,2,1 ], "(r$I!s$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,3,1 ], "to place or set (something) in a recess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recess",1,4,1 ], "to build a recess or recesses in (a wall, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recession",1,1,1 ], "a temporary depression in economic activity or prosperity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recession",1,1,2 ], "conclusion of a church service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recession",1,1,2 ], "the withdrawal of the clergy and choir in procession from the chancel at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recession",1,1,3 ], "the act of receding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recession",1,1,4 ], "a part of a building, wall, etc|, that recedes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recession",2,1,1 ], "the act of restoring possession to a former owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessional",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to recession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessional",1,2,1 ], "a hymn sung as the clergy and choir withdraw from the chancel at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessional",1,2,1 ], "conclusion of a church service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,1,1 ], "tending to recede or go back; receding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a gene)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,1,2 ], "capable of producing its characteristic phenotype in the organism only when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,1,2 ], "its allele is identical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a character) controlled by such a gene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,1,3 ], "(of stress) tending to be placed on or near the initial syllable of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,1,3 ], "polysyllabic word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,2,1,1 ], "a recessive gene or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recessive",1,2,1,2 ], "an organism having such a gene or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recherch",1,1,1 ], "known only to connoisseurs; choice or rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recherch",1,1,2 ], "studiedly refined or elegant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recidivism",1,1,1 ], "habitual relapse into crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recipe",1,1,1 ], "a list of ingredients and directions for making something, esp| a food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recipe",1,1,1 ], "preparation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recipe",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a medical prescription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recipe",1,1,3 ], "a method for achieving some desired objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recipience",1,1,1 ], "the act of receiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recipience",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being receptive; receptiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recipient",1,1,1 ], "a person who or thing that receives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recipient",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for receptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,1,1 ], "countries, etc|, to the other; mutual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating something given by each of two people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,1,2 ], "given or done in return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,1,3 ], "(of a pronoun) indicating that action is given and received by each subject;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,1,3 ], "for example, each other in the sentence they started to shout at each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a number or quantity divided into one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,2,1 ], "something that is reciprocal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,2,2 ], "a number or quantity that when multiplied by a given number or quantity gives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocal",1,2,2 ], "a product of one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocate",1,1,1 ], "to give or feel in return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocate",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move backwards and forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocate",1,2,1 ], "to be correspondent or equivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocating engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine in which one or more pistons move backwards and forwards inside a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocating engine",1,1,1 ], "cylinder or cylinders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocity failure",1,1,1 ], "a failure of the two exposure variables, light intensity and exposure time, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocity failure",1,1,1 ], "behave in a reciprocal fashion at very high or very low values" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocity",1,1,1 ], "reciprocal action or relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reciprocity",1,1,2 ], "a mutual exchange of commercial or other privileges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recision",1,1,1 ], "the act of cancelling or rescinding; annulment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recital",1,1,1 ], "a musical performance by a soloist or soloists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recital",1,1,2 ], "the act of reciting or repeating something learned or prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recital",1,1,3 ], "an account, narration, or description" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recital",1,1,4 ], "a detailed statement of facts, figures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recital",1,1,5 ], "leading up to and explaining the operative part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recital",1,1,5 ], "the preliminary statement in a deed showing the reason for its existence and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recitation",1,1,1 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recitation",1,1,1 ], "the act of reciting from memory, esp| a formal reading of verse before an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recitation",1,1,2 ], "something recited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recitative",1,1,1 ], "a passage in a musical composition, esp| the narrative parts in an oratorio," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recitative",1,1,1 ], "reflecting the natural rhythms of speech" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "recitative",1,1,1 ], "set for one voice with either continuo accompaniment only or full accompaniment," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recitative",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to recital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recite",1,1,1 ], "to repeat (a poem, etc|) aloud from memory before an audience, teacher, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recite",1,2,1 ], "to give a detailed account of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recite",1,3,1 ], "to enumerate (examples, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recit|",1,1,1 ], "recitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reck",1,1,1 ], "to mind or care about (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reck",1,1,2 ], "to concern or interest (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckless",1,1,1 ], "having or showing no regard for danger or consequences; heedless; rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,1,1 ], "to calculate or ascertain by calculating; compute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,2,1 ], "to include; count as part of a set or class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,2,2 ], "to consider or regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,2,3 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object) to think or suppose; be of the opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,3,1 ], "to settle accounts (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,4,1 ], "to take into account or fail to take into account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,5,1 ], "to rely or depend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,6,1 ], "to regard as good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckon",1,6,2 ], "to be reckoned with| of considerable importance or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckoner",1,1,1 ], "any of various devices or tables used to facilitate reckoning, esp| a ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckoner",1,1,1 ], "reckoner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reckoning",1,1,1 ], "the act of counting or calculating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckoning",1,1,2 ], "settlement of an account or bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckoning",1,1,3 ], "a bill or account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckoning",1,1,4 ], "retribution for one's actions (esp| in the phrase day of reckoning)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reckoning",1,1,5 ], "short for dead reckoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclaim",1,1,1 ], "crops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reclaim",1,1,1 ], "to convert (desert, marsh, waste ground, etc|) into land suitable for growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclaim",1,1,2 ], "to recover (useful substances) from waste products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclaim",1,1,3 ], "to convert (someone) from sin, folly, vice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclaim",1,1,4 ], "to render (a hawk or falcon) tame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclaim",1,2,1 ], "the act of reclaiming or state of being reclaimed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclamation",1,1,1 ], "cultivation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reclamation",1,1,1 ], "the conversion of desert, marsh, or other waste land into land suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclamation",1,1,2 ], "the recovery of useful substances from waste products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclamation",1,1,3 ], "the act of reclaiming or state of being reclaimed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclinate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a leaf or stem) naturally curved or bent backwards so that the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reclinate",1,1,1 ], "part rests on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recline",1,1,1 ], "to rest or cause to rest in a leaning position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recluse",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in seclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recluse",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives in solitude to devote himself to prayer and religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recluse",1,1,2 ], "meditation; a hermit, anchorite, or anchoress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recluse",1,2,1 ], "solitary; retiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognition",1,1,1 ], "the act of recognizing or fact of being recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognition",1,1,2 ], "acceptance or acknowledgment of a claim, duty, fact, truth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognition",1,1,3 ], "a token of thanks or acknowledgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognition",1,1,4 ], "formal acknowledgment of a government or of the independence of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognition",1,1,5 ], "an instance of a chairman granting a person the right to speak in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognition",1,1,5 ], "deliberative body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recognizance",1,1,1,1 ], "a bond entered into before a court or magistrate by which a person binds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognizance",1,1,1,1 ], "himself to do a specified act, as to appear in court on a stated day, keep the peace," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recognizance",1,1,1,1 ], "or pay a debt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "recognizance",1,1,1,2 ], "a monetary sum pledged to the performance of such an act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognizance",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for recognition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,1 ], "same class as something previously seen or known; know again" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,1 ], "to perceive (a person, creature, or thing) to be the same as or belong to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,2 ], "to accept or be aware of (a fact, duty, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,3 ], "country)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,3 ], "to acknowledge formally (a government of a state) or the independence of (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,4 ], "to grant (a person) the right to speak in a deliberative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,5 ], "to give a token of thanks for (a service rendered, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,6 ], "to acknowledge formally (a claim, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,7 ], "to show approval or appreciation of (something good or pleasing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,1,8 ], "to acknowledge or greet (a person), as when meeting by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognize",1,2,1 ], "to enter into a recognizance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognizee",1,1,1 ], "the person to whom one entering into a recognizance is bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recognizor",1,1,1 ], "a person who enters into a recognizance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!k@$$Il)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,2,1 ], "to jerk back, as from an impact or violent thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by from) to draw back in fear, horror, or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,2,3 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to go wrong, esp| so as to hurt the perpetrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,2,4 ], "(of a nucleus, atom, molecule, or elementary particle) to change momentum as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,2,4 ], "result of the emission of a photon or particle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,3,1 ], "(r$I!k@$$Il, !ri$:k@$$Il)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,3,1,1 ], "the backward movement of a gun when fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,3,1,2 ], "the distance moved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,3,2 ], "other particle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,3,2 ], "the motion acquired by a particle as a result of its emission of a photon or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoil",1,3,3 ], "the act of recoiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recollect",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often takes a clause as object) to recall from memory remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recombination",1,1,1 ], "differing from that in either of its parents: usually results from crossing over at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recombination",1,1,1 ], "meiosis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "recombination",1,1,1 ], "the rearrangement of the genes in a chromosome of an organism into an order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommend",1,1,1 ], "to advise as the best course or choice; counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommend",1,1,2 ], "to praise or commend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommend",1,1,3 ], "to make attractive or advisable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommend",1,1,4 ], "to entrust (a person or thing) to someone else's care; commend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommendation",1,1,1 ], "the act of recommending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommendation",1,1,2 ], "job, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recommendation",1,1,2 ], "something that recommends, esp| a letter presenting someone as suitable for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommendation",1,1,3 ], "something that is recommended, such as a course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommendatory",1,1,1 ], "intended to or serving to recommend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to send (a bill) back to a committee for further consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recommit",1,1,2 ], "to commit again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recompense",1,1,1 ], "to pay or reward for service, work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recompense",1,2,1 ], "to compensate for loss, injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recompense",1,3,1 ], "compensation for loss, injury, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recompense",1,3,2 ], "reward, remuneration, or repayment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recompose",1,1,1 ], "to restore to composure or calmness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recompose",1,1,2 ], "to arrange or compose again; reform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconcilable",1,1,1 ], "able or willing to be reconciled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,1 ], "something unpleasant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,1 ], "to make (oneself or another) no longer opposed; cause to acquiesce in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,2 ], "friendly relations between (two or more people)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,2 ], "to become friendly with (someone) after estrangement or to re-establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,3 ], "to settle (a quarrel or difference)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,4 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,4 ], "to make (two apparently conflicting things) compatible or consistent with each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconcile",1,1,5 ], "to reconsecrate (a desecrated church, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recondite",1,1,1 ], "requiring special knowledge to be understood; abstruse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recondite",1,1,2 ], "dealing with abstruse or profound subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recondition",1,1,1 ], "to restore to good condition or working order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconnaissance",1,1,1 ], "the act of reconnoitring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconnaissance",1,1,2 ], "resources, etc|, of an enemy or potential enemy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconnaissance",1,1,2 ], "the process of obtaining information about the position, activities," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconnaissance",1,1,3 ], "a preliminary inspection of an area of land before an engineering survey is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconnaissance",1,1,3 ], "made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconnoitre",1,1,1 ], "reconnaissance (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconnoitre",1,1,1 ], "to survey or inspect (an enemy's position, region of land, etc|); make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconnoitre",1,2,1 ], "the act or process of reconnoitring; a reconnaissance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconsider",1,1,1 ], "of action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconsider",1,1,1 ], "to consider (something) again, with a view to changing one's policy or course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconsider",1,1,2 ], "(in a legislative assembly or similar body) to consider again (a bill or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconsider",1,1,2 ], "matter) that has already been voted upon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconstitute",1,1,1 ], "as by the addition of water to a concentrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconstitute",1,1,1 ], "to restore (food, etc|) to its former or natural state or a semblance of it," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconstitute",1,1,2 ], "to reconstruct; form again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconstruct",1,1,1 ], "to construct or form again; rebuild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconstruct",1,1,2 ], "or acting out a version of what might have taken place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconstruct",1,1,2 ], "to form a picture of (a crime, past event, etc|) by piecing together evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconvert",1,1,1 ], "to change (something) back to a previous state or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconvert",1,1,2 ], "to bring (someone) back to his former religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconvert",1,1,3 ], "to transpose (the subject and predicate of a proposition) for the second time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reconvert",1,1,4 ], "land into money and vice versa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reconvert",1,1,4 ], "to convert back (property previously converted) into its original form, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,1 ], "an account in permanent form, esp| in writing, preserving knowledge or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,1 ], "information about facts or events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,10 ], "the markings made by a recording instrument such as a seismograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,11 ], "a group of data or piece of information preserved as a unit in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,11 ], "machine-readable form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,12 ], "for the record| for the sake of strict factual accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,13 ], "go on record| to state one's views publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,14 ], "disclosure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,14 ], "off the record| confidential or confidentially; not for publication or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,15 ], "on record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,15,1 ], "stated in a public document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,15,2 ], "publicly known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,16 ], "set or put the record straight| to correct an error or misunderstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,2 ], "a written account of some transaction that serves as legal evidence of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,2 ], "transaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,3 ], "a written official report of the proceedings of a court of justice or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,3 ], "legislative body, including the judgments given or enactments made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,4 ], "anything serving as evidence or as a memorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,5 ], "information or data on a specific subject collected methodically over a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,5 ], "period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,5,1 ], "some field of sport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,5,1 ], "the best or most outstanding amount, rate, height, etc|, ever attained, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,6 ], "the sum of one's recognized achievements, career, or performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,7 ], "a list of crimes of which an accused person has previously been convicted," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,7 ], "circumstances" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,7 ], "which are known to the police but may only be disclosed to a court in certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,8 ], "convictions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,8 ], "have a record| to be a known criminal; have a previous conviction or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,9 ], "a thin disc of a plastic material upon which sound has been recorded| Each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,9 ], "compound but are now usually made from vinyl plastics" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,9 ], "frequency and amplitude of the sound| Records were formerly made from a shellac-based" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,1,9 ], "side has a spiral groove, the walls of which undulate in accordance with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,1 ], "(r$I!k@$$:d)| (mainly tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,2 ], "to set down in some permanent form so as to preserve the true facts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,3 ], "to contain or serve to relate (facts, information, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,4 ], "to indicate, show, or register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,5 ], "to remain as or afford evidence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,6 ], "record-player or tape recorder, or for later broadcasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,6 ], "to make a recording of (music, speech, etc|) for reproduction, esp| on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record",1,2,7 ], "(of an instrument) to register or indicate (information) on a scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record-changer",1,1,1 ], "a device in a record player for changing records automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "record-player",1,1,1 ], "a machine, often a small or portable one, for playing gramophone records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recorded delivery",1,1,1 ], "a Post Office service by which an official record of posting and delivery is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recorded delivery",1,1,1 ], "obtained for a letter or package" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,1 ], "a person who records, such as an official or historian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,2 ], "experiments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,2 ], "something that records, esp| an apparatus that provides a permanent record of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,3 ], "short for tape recorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,4 ], "a wind instrument of the flute family, blown through a fipple in the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,4 ], "end, having a reedlike quality of tone| There are four usual sizes: bass, tenor," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,4 ], "treble, and descant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,5 ], "(in England) a barrister or solicitor of at least ten years' standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recorder",1,1,5 ], "appointed to sit as a part-time judge in the crown court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recording",1,1,1,1 ], "magnetic tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recording",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making a record, esp| of sound on a gramophone record or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recording",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recording",1,1,2 ], "the record or tape so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recording",1,1,3 ], "something that has been recorded, esp| a radio or television programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recount",1,1,1 ], "to tell the story or details of; narrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoup",1,1,1 ], "to regain or make good (a financial or other loss)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoup",1,2,1 ], "to reimburse or compensate (someone), as for a loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoup",1,2,2 ], "deduct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recoup",1,2,2 ], "to keep back (something due), having rightful claim to do so; withhold;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recoup",1,3,1 ], "the act of recouping; recoupment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,1 ], "danger (esp| in the phrase have recourse to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,1 ], "the act of resorting to a person, course of action, etc|, in difficulty or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,2 ], "a person, organization, or course of action that is turned to for help," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,2 ], "protection, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,3 ], "exchange or other negotiable instrument when the person accepting it fails to pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,3 ], "the right to demand payment, esp| from the drawer or endorser of a bill of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,4 ], "which the endorser protects himself from liability to subsequent holders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recourse",1,1,4 ], "without recourse| a qualified endorsement on such a negotiable instrument, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,1,1 ], "to find again or obtain the return of (something lost)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,1,2 ], "to regain (loss of money, position, time, etc|); recoup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) to regain (health, spirits, composure, etc|), as after illness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,1,3 ], "a shock, or a setback" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,1,4 ], "to regain (a former and usually better condition)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,1,4,1 ], "to gain (something) by the judgment of a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,1,4,2 ], "to succeed in a lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,2,1 ], "to obtain (useful substances) from waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recover",1,3,1 ], "(in fencing, swimming, rowing, etc|) to make a recovery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,1 ], "recuperation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of recovering, esp| from sickness, a shock, or a setback;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,2 ], "restoration to a former or better condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,3 ], "the regaining of something lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,4 ], "the extraction of useful substances from waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,4,1 ], "the obtaining of a right, etc|, by the judgment of a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,4,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the final judgment or verdict in a case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,5 ], "a return to the position of guard after making an attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,6 ], "the action of bringing the arm, oar, etc|, forward for another stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recovery",1,1,7 ], "a stroke played from the rough or a bunker to the fairway or green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreant",1,1,1 ], "cowardly; faint-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreant",1,1,2 ], "disloyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreant",1,2,1 ], "a disloyal or cowardly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreate",1,1,1 ], "to amuse (oneself or someone else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreation ground",1,1,1 ], "an open space for public recreation, esp| one in a town with swings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreation ground",1,1,1 ], "slides, etc|, for children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recreation",1,1,1 ], "refreshment of health or spirits by relaxation and enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreation",1,1,2 ], "an activity or pastime that promotes this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreation",1,1,2,1 ], "an interval of free time between school lessons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recreation",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrement",1,1,1 ], "any substance, such as bile, that is secreted from a part of the body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrement",1,1,1 ], "later reabsorbed instead of being excreted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recrement",1,1,2 ], "waste matter; refuse; dross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recriminate",1,1,1 ], "to return an accusation against someone or engage in mutual accusations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrimination",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of recriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrimination",1,1,2 ], "a charge made by an accused against his accuser; countercharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrudesce",1,1,1 ], "(of a disease, trouble, etc|) to break out or appear again after a period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrudesce",1,1,1 ], "dormancy recur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recruit",1,1,1,1 ], "to enlist (men) for military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recruit",1,1,1,2 ], "to raise or strengthen (an army, etc|) by enlistment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recruit",1,2,1 ], "to enrol or obtain (members, support, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recruit",1,2,2 ], "to furnish or be furnished with a fresh supply; renew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recruit",1,2,3 ], "to recover (health, strength, spirits, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recruit",1,3,1 ], "a newly joined member of a military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recruit",1,3,2 ], "any new member or supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrystallize",1,1,1 ], "in purifying chemical compounds, or (of a substance) to crystallize in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recrystallize",1,1,1 ], "to dissolve and subsequently crystallize (a substance) from the solution, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recrystallize",1,1,2 ], "new set of undeformed crystal grains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recrystallize",1,1,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo the process in which a deformed metal forms a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recta",1,1,1 ], "the plural of rectum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the rectum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectangle",1,1,1 ], "a parallelogram having four right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectangular coordinates",1,1,1 ], "the Cartesian coordinates in a system of mutually perpendicular axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectangular hyperbola",1,1,1 ], "a hyperbola with perpendicular asymptotes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectangular",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a rectangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectangular",1,1,2 ], "having or relating to right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectangular",1,1,3 ], "mutually perpendicular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectangular",1,1,4 ], "having a base or section shaped like a rectangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recti",1,1,1 ], "the plural of rectus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recti-",1,1,1 ], "straight or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectifier",1,1,1 ], "alternating current to a direct current by suppression or inversion of alternate half" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rectifier",1,1,1 ], "an electronic device, such as a semiconductor diode or valve, that converts an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectifier",1,1,1 ], "cycles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rectifier",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for condensing a hot vapour to a liquid in distillation;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectifier",1,1,2 ], "condenser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rectifier",1,1,3 ], "a thing or person that rectifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to put right; correct; remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectify",1,1,2 ], "distillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rectify",1,1,2 ], "to separate (a substance) from a mixture or refine (a substance) by fractional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectify",1,1,3 ], "to convert (alternating current) into direct current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectify",1,1,4 ], "to determine the length of (a curve)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectify",1,1,5 ], "to cause (an object) to assume a linear motion or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectilinear",1,1,1 ], "in, moving in, or characterized by a straight line or lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectilinear",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, bounded by, or formed by a straight line or lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectitude",1,1,1 ], "moral or religious correctness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectitude",1,1,2 ], "correctness of judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recto",1,1,1 ], "the front of a sheet of printed paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recto",1,1,2 ], "the right-hand pages of a book, bearing the odd numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectocele",1,1,1 ], "a protrusion or herniation of the rectum into the vagina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rector",1,1,1 ], "a clergyman in charge of a parish in which, as its incumbent, he would" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rector",1,1,1 ], "formerly have been entitled to the whole of the tithes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rector",1,1,2 ], "a cleric in charge of a college, religious house, or congregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rector",1,1,3 ], "a clergyman in charge of a parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rector",1,1,4 ], "the head of certain schools, colleges, or universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectory",1,1,1 ], "the official house of a rector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectory",1,1,2 ], "the office and benefice of a rector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectrix",1,1,1 ], "any of the large stiff feathers of a bird's tail, used in controlling the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectrix",1,1,1 ], "direction of flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rectum",1,1,1 ], "colon and the anus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rectum",1,1,1 ], "the lower part of the alimentary canal, between the sigmoid flexure of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rectus",1,1,1 ], "a straight muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rect|",1,1,1 ], "receipt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recumbent",1,1,1 ], "lying down; reclining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recumbent",1,1,2 ], "(of a part or organ) leaning or resting against another organ or the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recumbent",1,1,3 ], "(of a fold in a rock formation) having strata nearly parallel to those of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recumbent",1,1,3 ], "surrounding formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recuperate",1,1,1 ], "to recover from illness or exhaustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recuperate",1,1,2 ], "to recover (losses of money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recuperator",1,1,1 ], "a device employing springs or pneumatic power to return a gun to the firing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recuperator",1,1,1 ], "position after the recoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recuperator",1,1,2 ], "a system of flues that transfers heat from the hot gases leaving a furnace to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recuperator",1,1,2 ], "the incoming air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recur",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to happen again, esp| at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recur",1,1,2 ], "(of a thought, etc|) to come back to the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recur",1,1,3 ], "(of a problem, etc|) to come up again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recur",1,1,4 ], "(of a digit or group of digits) to be repeated an infinite number of times at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recur",1,1,4 ], "the end of a decimal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recurrent fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for relapsing fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recurrent",1,1,1 ], "happening or tending to happen again or repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recurrent",1,1,2 ], "(of certain nerves, branches of vessels, etc|) turning back, so as to run in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recurrent",1,1,2 ], "the opposite direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recurring decimal",1,1,1 ], "a rational number that contains a pattern of digits repeated indefinitely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recurring decimal",1,1,1 ], "after the decimal point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recursion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of returning or running back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recursion",1,1,2 ], "formula)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recursion",1,1,2 ], "repetition of a mathematical operation, esp| in a repeated formula (recursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recurvate",1,1,1 ], "bent back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recurve",1,1,1 ], "bent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recurve",1,1,1 ], "to curve or bend (something) back or down or (of something) to be so curved or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recusant",1,1,1 ], "(in 16th to 18th century England) a Roman Catholic who did not attend the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recusant",1,1,1 ], "services of the Church of England, as was required by law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recusant",1,1,2 ], "any person who refuses to submit to authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recusant",1,2,1 ], "(formerly, of Catholics) refusing to attend services of the Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recusant",1,2,2 ], "refusing to submit to authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recycle",1,1,1 ], "to pass (a substance) through a system again for further treatment or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recycle",1,1,2 ], "to reclaim for further use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recycle",1,1,3 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "recycle",1,1,3 ], "to institute a different cycle of processes or events in (a machine, system," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recycle",1,1,4 ], "to repeat (a series of operations)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "recycle",1,2,1 ], "the repetition of a fixed sequence of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rec|",1,1,1 ], "receipt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rec|",1,1,2 ], "recipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rec|",1,1,3 ], "record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rec|",1,1,4 ], "recorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red admiral",1,1,1 ], "a nymphalid butterfly, Vanessa atalanta, of temperate Europe and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red admiral",1,1,1 ], "black wings with red and white markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red algae",1,1,1 ], "laver" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red algae",1,1,1 ], "red pigment in addition to chlorophyll| The group includes carrageen, dulse, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red algae",1,1,1 ], "the numerous algae that constitute the family Rhodophyceae, which contain a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red bag",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a fabric bag for a barrister's robes, presented by a Queen's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red bag",1,1,1 ], "Counsel to a junior in appreciation of good work in a case" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red bark",1,1,1 ], "a kind of cinchona containing a high proportion of alkaloids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red biddy",1,1,1 ], "cheap red wine fortified with methylated spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red blood cell",1,1,1 ], "another name for erythrocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red carpet",1,1,1 ], "a strip of red carpeting laid for important dignitaries to walk on when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red carpet",1,1,1 ], "arriving or departing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red carpet",1,1,1,1 ], "deferential treatment accorded to a person of importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red carpet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red cedar",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American coniferous trees, esp| Juniperus virginiana, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red cedar",1,1,1 ], "arbor vitae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red cedar",1,1,1 ], "juniper that has fragrant reddish wood used for making pencils, and Thuja plicata, an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red cedar",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red cent",1,1,1 ], "a cent considered as a trivial amount of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red cent",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in the phrases not have a red cent, not worth a red cent, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red clover",1,1,1 ], "a papilionaceous plant, Trifolium pratense, native to Europe and Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red clover",1,1,1 ], "frequently planted as a forage crop| It has fragrant red flowers and three-lobed compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red clover",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red coral",1,1,1 ], "any of several corals of the genus Corallium, the skeletons of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red coral",1,1,1 ], "pinkish red in colour and used to make ornaments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red corpuscle",1,1,1 ], "another name for erythrocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red deer",1,1,1 ], "Europe and Asia| The coat is reddish brown in summer and the short tail is surrounded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red deer",1,1,1 ], "a large deer, Cervus elaphus, formerly widely distributed in the woodlands of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red deer",1,1,1 ], "by a patch of light-coloured hair" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red duster",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the Red Ensign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red dwarf",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of small cool main-sequence stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red earth",1,1,1 ], "a clayey zonal soil of tropical savanna lands, formed by extensive chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red earth",1,1,1 ], "weathering, coloured by iron compounds, and less strongly leached than laterite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red fir",1,1,1 ], "a North American coniferous tree, Abies magnifica, having reddish wood valued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red fir",1,1,1 ], "as timber: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red fir",1,1,2 ], "any of various other pinaceous trees that have reddish wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red fir",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red fire",1,1,1 ], "and fireworks| The colour is usually produced by strontium salts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red fire",1,1,1 ], "any combustible material that burns with a bright red flame: used in flares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red flag",1,1,1 ], "a symbol of socialism, communism, or revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red flag",1,1,2 ], "an object or event likely to arouse anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red fox",1,1,1 ], "order Carnivora (carnivores)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red fox",1,1,1 ], "the common fox, Vulpes vulpes, which has a reddish-brown coat: family Canidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red giant",1,1,1 ], "a giant star that emits red light (spectral type M)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red grouse",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown grouse, Lagopus scoticus, of upland moors of Great Britain: an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red grouse",1,1,1 ], "important game bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red gum",1,1,1 ], "any of several Australian myrtaceous trees of the genus Eucalyptus, esp| E|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red gum",1,1,1 ], "camaldulensis, which has reddish wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red gum",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red gum",1,1,2 ], "the hard red wood from this tree, used for making railway sleepers, posts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red hat",1,1,1 ], "and office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red hat",1,1,1 ], "the broad-brimmed crimson hat given to cardinals as the symbol of their rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red hat",1,1,2 ], "the rank and office of a cardinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red heat",1,1,1 ], "the temperature at which a substance is red-hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red heat",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being red-hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red herring",1,1,1 ], "anything that diverts attention from a topic or line of inquiry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red herring",1,1,2 ], "a dried and smoked herring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red lead",1,1,1 ], "a bright-red poisonous insoluble oxide of lead usually obtained as a powder by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red lead",1,1,1 ], "heating litharge in air| It is used as a pigment in paints| Formula: Pb3O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red light",1,1,1 ], "a signal to stop, esp| a red traffic signal in a system of traffic lights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red light",1,1,2 ], "a danger signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red light",1,1,3 ], "an instruction to stop or discontinue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red light",1,1,3,1 ], "a red lamp hanging outside a house indicating that it is a brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red light",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red man",1,1,1 ], "a North American Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red meat",1,1,1 ], "any meat that is dark in colour, esp| beef and lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red mullet",1,1,1 ], "any of the marine percoid fishes constituting the family Mullidae, esp| Mullus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red mullet",1,1,1 ], "chin and a reddish coloration| U|S| name: goatfish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red mullet",1,1,1 ], "surmuletus, a food fish of European waters| They have a pair of long barbels beneath the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red oak",1,1,1 ], "America, having bristly leaves with triangular lobes and acorns with small cups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red oak",1,1,1 ], "any of several deciduous oak trees, esp| Quercus borealis, native to North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red oak",1,1,2 ], "the hard cross-grained reddish wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red ochre",1,1,1 ], "any of various natural red earths containing ferric oxide: used as pigments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red osier",1,1,1 ], "any of several willow trees that have red twigs used for basketwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red packet",1,1,1 ], "(in Hong Kong, Malaysia, etc|) a sum of money folded inside red paper and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red packet",1,1,1 ], "given at the Chinese New Year to unmarried younger relatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red packet",1,1,2 ], "and by the bride and groom to unmarried younger relatives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red packet",1,1,2 ], "such a gift given at Chinese weddings by the parents to the bride and groom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red pepper",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of the pepper plant Capsicum frutescens, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red pepper",1,1,1 ], "for their hot pungent red podlike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red pepper",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red pepper",1,1,3 ], "the ripe red fruit of the sweet pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red pepper",1,1,4 ], "another name for cayenne pepper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red pine",1,1,1 ], "a coniferous tree, Dacrydium cupressinum, of New Zealand, having narrow sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red pine",1,1,1 ], "pointed leaves: family Taxaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red rag",1,1,1 ], "a provocation; something that infuriates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red rose",1,1,1 ], "the emblem of the House of Lancaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red salmon",1,1,1 ], "any salmon having reddish flesh, esp| the sockeye salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red salmon",1,1,2 ], "the flesh of such a fish, esp| canned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red setter",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for Irish setter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red shank",1,1,1 ], "an annual polygonaceous plant, Polygonum persicaria, of N temperate regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red shank",1,1,1 ], "having red stems, narrow leaves, and oblong spikes of pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red shift",1,1,1 ], "It is thought to be a result of the Doppler effect caused by the recession of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red shift",1,1,1 ], "a shift in the spectral lines of a stellar spectrum towards the red end of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red shift",1,1,1 ], "stars" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "red shift",1,1,1 ], "visible region relative to the wavelength of these lines in the terrestrial spectrum|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red snapper",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic: family Lutjanidae (snappers)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red snapper",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine percoid food fishes of the genus Lutjanus, esp| L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red snapper",1,1,1 ], "blackfordi, having a reddish coloration, common in American coastal regions of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red spider",1,1,1 ], "short for red spider mite (see spider mite)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red squirrel",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown squirrel, Sciurus vulgaris, inhabiting woodlands of Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red squirrel",1,1,1 ], "parts of Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red squirrel",1,1,2 ], "American red squirrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red tape",1,1,1 ], "obstructive official routine or procedure; time-consuming bureaucracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 1],"any of a group of colours, such as that of a ripe tomato or fresh blood, that",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 1],"blue and green",5). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 1],"eye when light in the approximate wavelength range 740-620 nanometres falls on the",3). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 1],"lie at one end of the visible spectrum, next to orange, and are perceived by the",2). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 1],"retina| Red is the complementary colour of cyan and forms a set of primary colours with",4). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 2],"a pigment or dye of or producing these colours",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 3],"red cloth or clothing",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 4],"a red ball in snooker, etc",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 5],"(in roulette and other gambling games) one of two colours on which players may",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 5],"place even bets, the other being black",2). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 6],"a red ring on a target, between the blue and the gold, scoring seven points",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 7],"in the red in debit; owing money",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,1, 1, 8],"see red to become very angry",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,2, 1, 1],"a variant spelling of ,redd",1). c_DEF([ "red" ,2, 1, 2],"1",1). c_DEF([ "red-backed shrike",1,1,1 ], "a common Eurasian shrike, Lanius collurio, the male of which has a grey crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-backed shrike",1,1,1 ], "and rump, brown wings and back, and a black-and-white face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red-blooded",1,1,1 ], "vigorous; virile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-faced",1,1,1 ], "flushed with embarrassment or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-handed",1,1,1 ], "in the act of committing a crime or doing something wrong or shameful (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-handed",1,1,1 ], "the phrase catch red-handed)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red-headed",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) having red hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-headed",1,1,2 ], "(of an animal) having a red head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-hot poker",1,1,1 ], "a plant of the African liliaceous genus Kniphofia: widely cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-hot poker",1,1,1 ], "showy spikes of red or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red-hot",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of metal) heated to the temperature at which it glows red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-hot",1,1,2 ], "extremely hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-hot",1,1,3 ], "keen, excited, or eager; enthusiastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-hot",1,1,4 ], "furious; violent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-hot",1,1,5 ], "very recent or topical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-lead ore",1,1,1 ], "another name for crocoite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-legged partridge",1,1,1 ], "Europe, including Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red-legged partridge",1,1,1 ], "a partridge, Alectoris rufa, having a reddish tail, red legs and bill, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-legged partridge",1,1,1 ], "flanks barred with chestnut, black, and white: common on farmlands and heaths in SW" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "red-letter day",1,1,1 ], "a memorably important or happy occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-pencil",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to revise or correct (a book, manuscript, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-water",1,1,1 ], "a disease of cattle caused by the protozoan Babesia (or Piroplasma)bovis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "red-water",1,1,1 ], "urine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red-water",1,1,1 ], "which destroys the red blood cells, characterized by the passage of red or blackish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redact",1,1,1 ], "to compose or draft (an edict, proclamation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redact",1,1,2 ], "to put (a literary work, etc|) into appropriate form for publication; edit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redan",1,1,1 ], "a fortification of two parapets at a salient angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redback spider",1,1,1 ], "a small venomous Australian spider, Latrodectus hasselti, having long thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redback spider",1,1,1 ], "legs and, in the female, a red stripe on the back of its globular abdomen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redbreast",1,1,1 ], " ,1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redbreast",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds having a red breast, esp| the Old World robin (see robin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redbrick",1,1,1 ], "Cambridge" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "redbrick",1,1,1 ], "as modifier denoting, relating to, or characteristic of a provincial British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redbrick",1,1,1 ], "university of relatively recent foundation, esp| as distinguished from Oxford and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redbud",1,1,1 ], "an American leguminous tree, Cercis canadensis, that has heart-shaped leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redbud",1,1,1 ], "and small budlike pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redbug",1,1,1 ], "another name for chigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redcap",1,1,1 ], "a military policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redcap",1,1,2 ], "another name for the European goldfinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redcap",1,1,3 ], "a porter at an airport or station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redcoat",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a British soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redcurrant",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate shrub, Ribes rubrum, having greenish flowers and small edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redcurrant",1,1,1 ], "rounded red berries: family Grossulariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redcurrant",1,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of this shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redcurrant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redd",1,1,1 ], "dialect| to bring order to; tidy (up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redd",2,1,1 ], "a hollow in sand or gravel on a river bed, scooped out as a spawning place by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redd",2,1,1 ], "salmon, trout, or other fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redden",1,2,1 ], "to flush with embarrassment, anger, etc|; blush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reddish",1,1,1 ], "somewhat red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reddle",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of ruddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rede",1,1,1 ], "advice or counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rede",1,1,2 ], "an explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rede",1,2,1 ], "to advise; counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rede",1,2,2 ], "to explain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,1 ], "regain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,1 ], "to recover possession or ownership of by payment of a price or service;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,10 ], "to recover from captivity, esp| by a money payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,11 ], "(of Christ as Saviour) to free (men) from sin by his death on the Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,2 ], "to convert (bonds, shares, etc|) into cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,3 ], "to pay off (a promissory note, loan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,4 ], "to recover (something pledged, mortgaged, or pawned)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,5 ], "to convert (paper money) into bullion or specie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,6 ], "to fulfil (a promise, pledge, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,7 ], "to exchange (trading stamps, coupons, etc|) for goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,8 ], "to reinstate in someone's estimation or good opinion; restore to favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeem",1,1,9 ], "to make amends for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeemable",1,1,1 ], "(of bonds, shares, etc|) subject to cancellation by repayment at a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeemable",1,1,1 ], "date or under specified conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redeemable",1,1,2 ], "(of bonds, etc|) payable in or convertible into cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeeming",1,1,1 ], "serving to compensate for faults or deficiencies in quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemption",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of redeeming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemption",1,1,2 ], "the state of being redeemed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemption",1,1,2,1 ], "deliverance from sin through the incarnation, sufferings, and death of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemption",1,1,2,2 ], "atonement for guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemption",1,1,3 ], "conversion of paper money into bullion or specie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemption",1,1,3,1 ], "removal of a financial obligation by paying off a note, bond, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemption",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemptioner",1,1,1 ], "an emigrant to Colonial America who paid for his passage by becoming an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redemptioner",1,1,1 ], "indentured servant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redeploy",1,1,1 ], "to assign new positions or tasks to (labour, troops, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redevelop",1,1,1 ], "to rebuild or replan (a building, area, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redevelop",1,1,2 ], "contrast, colour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redevelop",1,1,2 ], "to develop (a negative or print) for a second time, in order to improve the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redevelop",1,1,3 ], "to develop (something) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redevelopment area",1,1,1 ], "an urban area in which all or most of the buildings are demolished and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redevelopment area",1,1,1 ], "rebuilt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redeye",1,1,1 ], "inferior whiskey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeye",1,1,2 ], "a drink incorporating beer and tomato juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redeye",1,1,3 ], "another name for rudd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redfin",1,1,1 ], "any of various small cyprinid fishes of the genus Notropis, esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redfin",1,2,1 ], "cornutus|They have reddish fins and are popular aquarium fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redfish",1,1,1 ], "a male salmon that has recently spawned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redfish",1,1,2 ], "any of several red European scorpaenid fishes of the genus Sebastes, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redfish",1,1,2 ], "marinus, valued as a food fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redhead",1,1,1 ], "a person with red hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redhead",1,1,2 ], "a diving duck, Aythya americana, of North America, the male of which has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redhead",1,1,2 ], "grey-and-black body and a reddish-brown head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redia",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic larva of flukes that has simple locomotory organs, pharynx, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redia",1,1,1 ], "intestine and gives rise either to other rediae or to a different larva (the cercaria)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redingote",1,1,1 ], "a man's or woman's full-skirted outer coat of the 18th and 19th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redingote",1,1,2 ], "a woman's light dress or coat of the 18th century, with an open-fronted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redingote",1,1,2 ], "skirt, revealing a decorative underskirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redintegrate",1,1,1 ], "to make whole or complete again; restore to a perfect state; renew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redintegrate",1,2,1 ], "to engage in the process of redintegration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redintegration",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making whole again; renewal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redintegration",1,1,2 ], "a holiday" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "redintegration",1,1,2 ], "has responded to the whole situation, as in the case of a souvenir reminding one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redintegration",1,1,2 ], "the process of responding to a part of a situation in the same manner as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redivivus",1,1,1 ], "returned to life; revived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redleg",1,1,1 ], "a poor White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redneck",1,1,1 ], "(in the southwestern U|S|) a poor uneducated White farm worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redness",1,1,1 ], "the quality or fact of being red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redo",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to do over again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redo",1,1,2 ], "to redecorate, esp| thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redolent",1,1,1 ], "having a pleasant smell; fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redolent",1,2,1 ], "having the odour or smell (of); scented (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redolent",1,3,1 ], "reminiscent or suggestive (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redouble",1,1,1 ], "to make or become much greater in intensity, number, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redouble",1,1,2 ], "to send back (sounds) or (of sounds) to be sent back; echo or re-echo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redouble",1,1,3 ], "to double (an opponent's double)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redouble",1,2,1 ], "the act of redoubling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redoubt",1,1,1 ], "a temporary earthwork built inside a permanent fort as a last defensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redoubt",1,1,1 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redoubt",1,1,2 ], "any isolated fortified stronghold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redoubtable",1,1,1 ], "to be feared; formidable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redoubtable",1,1,2 ], "worthy of respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redound",1,1,1 ], "to have an advantageous or disadvantageous effect (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redound",1,2,1 ], "to recoil or rebound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redound",1,3,1 ], "to arise; accrue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redound",1,4,1 ], "to reflect; bring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redowa",1,1,1 ], "a Bohemian folk dance similar to the waltz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redox",1,1,1 ], "as modifier another term for oxidation-reduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redpoll",1,1,1 ], "either of two widely distributed finches, Acanthis flammea or A| hornemanni ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redpoll",1,1,1 ], "having a greyish-brown plumage with a red crown and pink breast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redraft",1,1,1 ], "a second draft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redraft",1,1,2 ], "a bill of exchange drawn on the drawer or endorser of a protested bill by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redraft",1,1,2 ], "holder for the amount of the protested bill plus costs and charges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redraft",1,1,3 ], "a re-exported commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redraft",1,2,1 ], "(ri$:!dr$a$:ft)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redraft",1,3,1 ], "to make a second copy; draft again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redress",1,1,1 ], "to put right (a wrong), esp| by compensation; make reparation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redress",1,1,2 ], "to correct or adjust (esp| in the phrase redress the balance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redress",1,1,3 ], "to make compensation to (a person) for a wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redress",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of setting right a wrong; remedy or cure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redress",1,2,2 ], "compensation, amends, or reparation for a wrong, injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redress",1,2,3 ], "relief from poverty or want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redroot",1,1,1 ], "a bog plant, Lachnanthes tinctoria, of E North America, having woolly yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redroot",1,1,1 ], "flowers and roots that yield a red dye: family Haemodoraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redroot",1,1,2 ], "another name for pigweed ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redshank",1,1,1 ], "either of two large common European sandpipers, Tringa totanus or T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redshank",1,1,1 ], "erythropus , having red legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redskin",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for an American Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redstart",1,1,1 ], "Muscicapidae (thrushes, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "redstart",1,1,1 ], "any European songbird of the genus Phoenicurus, esp| P| phoenicurus, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redstart",1,1,1 ], "the male has a black throat, orange-brown tail and breast, and grey back: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redstart",1,1,2 ], "any North American warbler of the genus Setophaga, esp| S| ruticilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,1 ], "to make or become smaller in size, number, extent, degree, intensity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,10 ], "to thin out (paint) by adding oil, turpentine, etc|; dilute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,10,1 ], "of a hydride" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,10,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a chemical reaction with hydrogen or formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,10,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose oxygen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,10,3 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo an increase in the number of electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,11 ], "blackened silver in the emulsion to soluble silver compounds by an oxidation process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,11 ], "to lessen the density of (a negative or print) by converting some of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,11 ], "using a photographic reducer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,12 ], "to its normal site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,12 ], "to manipulate or reposition (a broken or displaced bone, organ, or part) back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,13 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,2 ], "to bring into a certain state, condition, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,3 ], "to make or become slimmer; lose or cause to lose excess weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,4 ], "to impoverish (esp| in the phrase in reduced circumstances)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,5 ], "to bring into a state of submission to one's authority; subjugate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,6 ], "to bring down the price of (a commodity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,7 ], "to lower the rank or status of; demote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,8 ], "to set out systematically as an aid to understanding; simplify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,9 ], "substitution of one term by another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduce",1,1,9 ], "to modify or simplify the form of (an expression or equation), esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduced level",1,1,1 ], "calculated elevation in relation to a particular datum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reducer",1,1,1 ], "a chemical solution used to lessen the density of a negative or print by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reducer",1,1,1 ], "oxidizing some of the blackened silver to soluble silver compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reducer",1,1,2 ], "a pipe fitting connecting two pipes of different diameters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reducer",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that reduces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reducing agent",1,1,1 ], "a substance that reduces another substance in a chemical reaction, being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reducing agent",1,1,1 ], "itself oxidized in the process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reducing glass",1,1,1 ], "a lens or curved mirror that produces an image smaller than the object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reducing glass",1,1,1 ], "observed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reductase",1,1,1 ], "any enzyme that catalyses a biochemical reduction reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reductio ad absurdum",1,1,1 ], "a method of disproving a proposition by showing that its inevitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reductio ad absurdum",1,1,1 ], "consequences would be absurd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reductio ad absurdum",1,1,2 ], "a method of indirectly proving a proposition by assuming its negation to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reductio ad absurdum",1,1,2 ], "true and showing that this leads to an absurdity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reductio ad absurdum",1,1,3 ], "absurd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reductio ad absurdum",1,1,3 ], "application of a principle or proposed principle to an instance in which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction division",1,1,1 ], "another name for meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction formula",1,1,1 ], "a formula, such as sin (90 degrees &+ A) = cos A, expressing the values of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction formula",1,1,1 ], "acute angle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reduction formula",1,1,1 ], "trigonometric function of any angle greater than 90 degrees in terms of a function of an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process or an instance of reducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being reduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,3 ], "the amount by which something is reduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,4 ], "a form of an original resulting from a reducing process, such as a copy on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,4 ], "smaller scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,5 ], "a simplified form, such as an orchestral score arranged for piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,5,1 ], "the process of converting a fraction into its decimal form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,5,2 ], "denominator of a fraction; cancellation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduction",1,1,5,2 ], "the process of dividing out the common factors in the numerator and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reductionism",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of complex things, data, etc|, into less complex constituents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reductionism",1,1,2 ], "any theory or method that holds that a complex idea, system, etc|, can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reductionism",1,1,2 ], "completely understood in terms of its simpler parts or components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,1,1 ], "one's job" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being redundant or superfluous, esp| superfluous in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,2 ], "excessive proliferation or profusion, esp| of superfluity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,3 ], "duplication of components in electronic or mechanical equipment so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,3 ], "operations can continue following failure of a part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,4 ], "errors in telecommunication transmissions and computer processing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redundancy",1,1,4 ], "repetition of information or inclusion of additional information to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundant",1,1,1 ], "surplus to requirements; unnecessary or superfluous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundant",1,1,2 ], "verbose or tautological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundant",1,1,3 ], "deprived of one's job because it is no longer necessary for efficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundant",1,1,3 ], "operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redundant",1,1,4 ], "(of components, information, etc|) duplicated or added as a precaution against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redundant",1,1,4 ], "failure, error, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduplicate",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!dju$:pl$I~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplicate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become double; repeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplicate",1,1,3 ], "repeated, esp| in forming inflections in certain languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduplicate",1,1,3 ], "to repeat (a sound or syllable) in a word or (of a sound or syllable) to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplicate",1,2,1 ], "(r$I!dju$:pl$Ik$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplicate",1,2,2 ], "doubled or repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplicate",1,2,3 ], "(of petals or sepals) having the margins curving outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplication",1,1,1 ], "the process or an instance of redoubling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplication",1,1,2 ], "the state, condition, or quality of being redoubled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplication",1,1,3 ], "a thing that has been redoubled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduplication",1,1,4 ], "perfect tetigi from tangere touch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduplication",1,1,4 ], "repetition of a sound or syllable in a word, as in the formation of the Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redupl|" ,1, 1, 1],"reduplicate or",1). c_DEF([ "redupl|" ,1, 1, 2],"eduplicati",1). c_DEF([ "reduviid",1,1,1 ], "and the wheel bug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reduviid",1,1,1 ], "any hemipterous bug of the family Reduviidae, which includes the assassin bugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reduviid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Reduviidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redware",1,1,1 ], "another name for kelp (the seaweed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redwing",1,1,1 ], "a small European thrush, Turdus iliacus, having a speckled breast, reddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redwing",1,1,1 ], "flanks, and brown back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redwing",1,1,2 ], "a North American oriole, Agelaius phoeniceus, the male of which has a black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redwing",1,1,2 ], "plumage with a red-and-yellow patch on each wing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redwood",1,1,1 ], "California, having reddish fibrous bark and durable timber: family Taxodiaceae| The largest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "redwood",1,1,1 ], "a giant coniferous tree, Sequoia sempervirens, of coastal regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "redwood",1,1,1 ], "specimen is over 120 metres (360 feet) tall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "red|",1,1,1 ], "reduce(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reebok",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rhebok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed bunting",1,1,1 ], "a common European bunting, Emberiza schoeniclus, that occurs near reed beds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed bunting",1,1,1 ], "and has a brown streaked plumage with, in the male, a black head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed grass",1,1,1 ], "a tall perennial grass, Glyceria maxima, of rivers and ponds of Europe, Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed grass",1,1,1 ], "and Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed mace",1,1,1 ], "a tall readlike marsh plant, Typha latifolia, with straplike leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed mace",1,1,1 ], "flowers in long brown spikes: family Typhaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed mace",1,1,2 ], "a related and similar plant, Typha angustifolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed organ",1,1,1 ], "a wind instrument, such as the harmonium, accordion, or harmonica, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed organ",1,1,1 ], "the sound is produced by reeds, each reed producing one note only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed organ",1,1,2 ], "a type of pipe organ, such as the regal, in which all the pipes are fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed organ",1,1,2 ], "with reeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed pipe",1,1,1 ], "a wind instrument, such as a clarinet or oboe, whose sound is produced by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed pipe",1,1,1 ], "vibrating reed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed pipe",1,1,2 ], "an organ pipe sounded by a vibrating reed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed stop",1,1,1 ], "an organ stop controlling a rank of reed pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed warbler",1,1,1 ], "any of various common Old World warblers of the genus Acrocephalus, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed warbler",1,1,1 ], "scirpaceus, that inhabit marshy regions and have a brown plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,1 ], "P| communis, that grow in swamps and shallow water and have jointed hollow stalks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,1 ], "any of various widely distributed tall grasses of the genus Phragmites, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,2 ], "thatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,2 ], "the stalk, or stalks collectively, of any of these plants, esp| as used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,2,1 ], "a thin piece of cane or metal inserted into the tubes of certain wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,2,1 ], "instruments, which sets in vibration the air column inside the tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,2,2 ], "a wind instrument or organ pipe that sounds by means of a reed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,3 ], "one of the several vertical parallel wires on a loom that may be moved upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,3 ], "to separate the warp threads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,4 ], "a small semicircular architectural moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,5 ], "an ancient Hebrew unit of length equal to six cubits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,6 ], "an archaic word for arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,1,7 ], "broken reed| a weak, unreliable, or ineffectual person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,2,1 ], "to fashion into or supply with reeds or reeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reed",1,2,2 ], "to thatch using reeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reedbuck",1,1,1 ], "any antelope of the genus Redunca, of Africa south of the Sahara, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reedbuck",1,1,1 ], "buff-coloured coat and inward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reeding",1,1,1 ], "a set of small semicircular architectural mouldings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeding",1,1,2 ], "the milling on the edges of a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reedling",1,1,1 ], "Muscicapidae (Old World flycatchers, etc|)| It has a tawny back and tail and, in the male, a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reedling",1,1,1 ], "a titlike Eurasian songbird, Panurus biarmicus, common in reed beds: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reedling",1,1,1 ], "grey-and-black head" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reedy",1,1,1 ], "reedier, reediest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reedy",1,1,2 ], "(of a place, esp| a marsh) abounding in reeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reedy",1,1,3 ], "of or like a reed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reedy",1,1,4 ], "having a tone like a reed instrument; shrill or piping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reef knot",1,1,1 ], "a knot consisting of two overhand knots turned opposite ways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reef point",1,1,1 ], "one of several short lengths of line stitched through a sail for tying a reef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reef",1,1,1 ], "a ridge of rock, sand, coral, etc|, the top of which lies close to the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reef",1,1,1 ], "of the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reef",1,1,2 ], "a vein of ore, esp| one of gold-bearing quartz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reef",2,1,1 ], "the part gathered in when sail area is reduced, as in a high wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reef",2,2,1 ], "to reduce the area of (sail) by taking in a reef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reef",2,3,1 ], "to shorten or bring inboard (a spar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reefer",1,1,1 ], "a person who reefs, such as a midshipman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reefer",1,1,2 ], "another name for reefing jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reefer",1,1,3 ], "a hand-rolled cigarette, esp| one containing cannabis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reefing jacket",1,1,1 ], "a man's short double-breasted jacket of sturdy wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reek",1,1,1 ], "to give off or emit a strong unpleasant odour; smell or stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reek",1,2,1 ], "to be permeated (by); be redolent (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reek",1,3,1 ], "to treat with smoke; fumigate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reek",1,4,1 ], "to give off or emit (smoke, fumes, vapour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reek",1,5,1 ], "a strong offensive smell; stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reek",1,5,2 ], "smoke or steam; vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel man",1,1,1 ], "is wound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reel man",1,1,1 ], "the member of a beach life-saving team who controls the reel on which the line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel off",1,1,1 ], "to recite or write fluently and without apparent effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,1,1 ], "any of various cylindrical objects or frames that turn on an axis and onto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: spool" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,1,1 ], "which film, magnetic tape, paper tape, wire, thread, etc|, may be wound| U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,1,2 ], "a device for winding, casting, etc|, consisting of a revolving spool with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,1,2 ], "handle, attached to a fishing rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,1,3 ], "a roll of celluloid exhibiting a sequence of photographs to be projected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,2,1 ], "to wind (cotton, thread, etc|) onto a reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by in, out, etc|) to wind or draw with a reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",2,1,1 ], "to sway, esp| under the shock of a blow or through dizziness or drunkenness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",2,1,2 ], "to whirl about or have the feeling of whirling about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",2,2,1 ], "a staggering or swaying motion or sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",3,1,1 ], "any of various lively Scottish dances, such as the eightsome reel and foursome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel",3,1,1 ], "reel, for a fixed number of couples who combine in square and circular formations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reel",3,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel-fed",1,1,1 ], "involving or printing on a web of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel-to-reel",1,1,1 ], "(of magnetic tape) wound from one reel to another in use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel-to-reel",1,1,2 ], "(of a tape recorder) using magnetic tape wound from one reel to another, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reel-to-reel",1,1,2 ], "opposed to cassettes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reen",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a ditch, esp| a drainage channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reencounter" ,1, 1, 1],"an unexpected meeting",1). c_DEF([ "reencounter" ,1, 1, 2],"a hostile clash, as of two armies, adversaries, etc|; skirmish",1). c_DEF([ "reencounter" ,1, 2, 1],"to meet (someone) unexpectedly",1). c_DEF([ "reest",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of horses) to be noisily uncooperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",1,1,1 ], "the early 11th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",1,1,1 ], "the local representative of the king in a shire (under the ealdorman) until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval England) a manorial steward who supervised the daily affairs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",1,1,2 ], "the manor: often a villein elected by his fellows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",1,1,3 ], "a president of a local council, esp| in a rural area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) a minor local official in any of several parts of England and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",1,1,4 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) Nautical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",2,1,2 ], "to pass (a rope or cable) through an eye or other narrow opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",2,1,3 ], "to fasten by passing through or around something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reeve",3,1,1 ], "the female of the ruff (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ref",1,1,1 ], "an informal shortening of referee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reface",1,1,1 ], "to repair or renew the facing of (a wall)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reface",1,1,2 ], "to put a new facing on (a garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refection",1,1,1 ], "refreshment with food and drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refectory table",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow dining table supported by two trestles joined by a stretcher or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refectory table",1,1,1 ], "set into a base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refectory",1,1,1 ], "a communal dining hall in a religious, academic, or other institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 1, 1],"to make mention (of); allude (to)",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 10, 1],"to direct (a patient) for treatment to another doctor, usually a specialist",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 12, 1],"The common practice of adding back to refer is tautologous, since this meaning",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 12, 1],"already been said|However, when refer is used in the sense of passing a document or",3). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 12, 1],"appropriate to say he referred the matter back|ref_er_ee",5). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 12, 1],"is already contained in the re- of refer: this refers to (not back to)what has",2). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 12, 1],"question for further consideration to the person from whom it was received, it may be",4). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 13, 1],"a person to whom reference is made, esp| for an opinion, information, or a",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 13, 1],"decision",2). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 13, 2],"responsible for ensuring fair play according to the rules",2). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 13, 2],"the umpire or judge in any of various sports, esp| football and boxing,",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 13, 3],"a person who is willing to testify to the character or capabilities of",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 13, 3],"someone",2). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 14, 2],"to act as a referee (in); preside (over)",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 2, 1],"to direct the attention of (someone) for information, facts, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 3, 1],"to seek information (from)",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 4, 1],"to be relevant (to); pertain or relate (to)",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 5, 1],"to assign or attribute",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 6, 1],"to hand over for consideration, reconsideration, or decision",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 7, 1],"to hand back to the originator as unacceptable or unusable",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 8, 1],"to fail (a student) in an examination",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 9, 1],"to send back (a thesis) to a student for improvement",1). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 9, 2],"concerning a cheque payable by that bank (usually because the drawer has insufficient",2). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 9, 2],"funds in his account), payment being suspended in the meantime",3). c_DEF([ "refer" ,1, 9, 2],"refer to drawer| a request by a bank that the payee consult the drawer",1). c_DEF([ "reference book",1,1,1 ], "a book, such as an encyclopedia, dictionary, etc|, from which information may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference book",1,1,1 ], "be obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reference book",1,1,2 ], "another name for passbook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of referring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,10 ], "activities of an investigating body, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,10 ], "terms of reference| the specific limits of responsibility that determine the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,11 ], "criterion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,11 ], "point of reference| a fact forming the basis of an evaluation or assessment;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,2 ], "something referred, esp| proceedings submitted to a referee in law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,3 ], "a direction of the attention to a passage elsewhere or to another book," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,3 ], "document etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,4 ], "a book or passage referred to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,5 ], "a mention or allusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,6 ], "refers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,6 ], "the relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea to which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,6,1 ], "a source of information or facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,7 ], "a written testimonial regarding one's character or capabilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,8 ], "a person referred to for such a testimonial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,8,1 ], "(foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,9 ], "group; respect or regard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,9 ], "relation or delimitation, esp| to or by membership of a specific class or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,2,1 ], "publication, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,2,1 ], "to furnish or compile a list of references for (an academic thesis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,2,2 ], "to make a reference to; refer to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reference",1,3,1 ], "with reference to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "referendum",1,1,1 ], "electorate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "referendum",1,1,1 ], "submission of an issue of public importance to the direct vote of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "referendum",1,1,2 ], "a vote on such a measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "referendum",1,1,3 ], "a poll of the members of a club, union, or other group to determine their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "referendum",1,1,3 ], "views on some matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "referendum",1,1,4 ], "a diplomatic official's note to his government requesting instructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "referent",1,1,1 ], "the object or idea to which a word or phrase refers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "referent",1,1,2 ], "loves Ann" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "referent",1,1,2 ], "the term in a proposition from which a relation proceeds, as John in John" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "referred pain",1,1,1 ], "pain felt in the body at some place other than its actual place of origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refill",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!f$Il)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refill",1,1,2 ], "to fill (something) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refill",1,2,1 ], "a replacement for a consumable substance in a permanent container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refill",1,2,2 ], "a second or subsequent filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refill",1,2,3 ], "another drink to replace one already drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,1,1 ], "purify" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,1,1 ], "to make or become free from impurities, sediment, or other foreign matter;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,2,1 ], "to separate (a mixture) into pure constituents, as in an oil refinery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,2,2 ], "polished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,2,2 ], "to make or become free from coarse characteristics; make or become elegant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,3,1 ], "to remove (something impure or extraneous)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,4,1 ], "to enlarge or improve (upon) by making subtle or fine distinctions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refine",1,5,1 ], "to make (language) more subtle or polished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refined",1,1,1 ], "not coarse or vulgar; genteel, elegant, or polite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refined",1,1,2 ], "freed from impurities; purified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refinement",1,1,1 ], "the act of refining or the state of being refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refinement",1,1,2 ], "a fine or delicate point, distinction, or expression; a subtlety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refinement",1,1,3 ], "cultivation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refinement",1,1,3 ], "fineness or precision of thought, expression, manners, etc|; polish or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refinery",1,1,1 ], "a factory for the purification of some crude material, such as ore, sugar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refinery",1,1,1 ], "oil, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refit",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!f$It), fits, fitting, fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refit",1,1,2 ], "resupplying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refit",1,1,2 ], "to make or be made ready for use again by repairing, re-equipping, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refit",1,2,1 ], "a repair or re-equipping, as of a ship, for further use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflate",1,1,1 ], "to inflate or be inflated again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflation" ,1, 1, 1],"an increase in economic activity",1). c_DEF([ "reflation" ,1, 1, 2],"an increase in the supply of money and credit designed to cause such an",1). c_DEF([ "reflation" ,1, 1, 2],"increase",2). c_DEF([ "reflect",1,1,1 ], "radiation, sound, particles, etc|, are thrown back after impinging on a surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflect",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which light, other electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflect",1,1,2 ], "(of a mirror, etc|) to form an image of (something) by reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflect",1,2,1 ], "to show or express in one's behaviour, attitude, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflect",1,3,1 ], "to think, meditate, or ponder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflect",1,4,1 ], "to cast dishonour or honour, credit or discredit, etc| (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflectance",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a surface to reflect light or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflectance",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation, equal to the ratio of the reflected flux to the incident flux|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflecting telescope",1,1,1 ], "a type of telescope in which the initial image is formed by a concave mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflection density",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the extent to which a surface reflects light or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflection density",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation, equal to the logarithm to base ten of the reciprocal of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflection density",1,1,1 ], "reflectance| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reflection",1,1,1 ], "the act of reflecting or the state of being reflected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflection",1,1,2 ], "something reflected or the image so produced, as by a mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflection",1,1,3 ], "careful or long consideration or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflection",1,1,4 ], "implicit or explicit attribution of discredit or blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflection",1,1,5 ], "a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflection",1,1,6 ], "the bending back of a structure or part upon itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflective",1,1,1 ], "characterized by quiet thought or contemplation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflective",1,1,2 ], "capable of reflecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflective",1,1,3 ], "produced by reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflectivity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a surface to reflect radiation, equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflectivity",1,1,1 ], "reflectance of a layer of material sufficiently thick for the reflectance not to depend on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflectivity",1,1,1 ], "the thickness" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reflectivity",1,1,2 ], "the quality or capability of being reflective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that reflects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,2 ], "a surface or object that reflects light, sound, heat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,3 ], "a small translucent red disc, strip, etc|, with a reflecting backing on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,3 ], "rear of a road vehicle, which reflects the light of the headlights of a following" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,3 ], "vehicle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,4 ], "another name for reflecting telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,5 ], "part of an aerial placed so as to increase the forward radiation of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflector",1,1,5 ], "radiator and decrease the backward radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflet",1,1,1 ], "an iridescent glow or lustre, as on ceramic ware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex arc",1,1,1 ], "consisting of at least one afferent (receptor) and one efferent (effector) neuron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflex arc",1,1,1 ], "the neural pathway over which impulses travel to produce a reflex action," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex camera",1,1,1 ], "a camera in which the image is composed and focused on a large ground-glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex camera",1,1,1 ], "falls on the film when the viewfinder mirror is retracted| In a twin-lens reflex the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reflex camera",1,1,1 ], "light enters through a separate lens and is deflected onto the viewfinder screen" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "reflex camera",1,1,1 ], "viewfinder screen| In a single-lens reflex the light enters through the camera lens and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,1,1 ], "a mechanical response to a particular situation, involving no conscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,1,1 ], "an immediate involuntary response, such as coughing or removal of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,1,1 ], "decision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,1,1 ], "from a hot surface, evoked by a given stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,2 ], "a reflection; an image produced by or as if by reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,3 ], "a speech element derived from a corresponding form in an earlier state of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,1,3 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,2,1 ], "(of an angle) between 180 degrees and 360 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,2,2 ], "turned, reflected, or bent backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,3,1 ], "(r$I!fl$eks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflex",1,4,1 ], "to bend, turn, or reflect backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflexion",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,1,1 ], "clause| Thus, in the sentence that man thinks a great deal of himself, the pronoun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,1,1 ], "denoting a class of pronouns that refer back to the subject of a sentence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,1,1 ], "himself is reflexive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,1,2 ], "denoting a verb used transitively with the reflexive pronoun as its direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,1,2 ], "dress oneself" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,1,2 ], "object, as the French se lever to get up(literally @6to raise oneself@9) or English to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a reflex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflexive",1,2,1 ], "a reflexive pronoun or verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refluent",1,1,1 ], "flowing back; ebbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflux",1,1,1 ], "condenses and flows back into the vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reflux",1,1,1 ], "to boil or be boiled in a vessel attached to a condenser, so that the vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflux",1,2,1,1 ], "an act of refluxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflux",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reflux",1,2,2 ], "the act or an instance of flowing back; ebb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refl|",1,1,1 ], "reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refl|",1,1,2 ], "reflective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refl|",1,1,3 ], "reflex(ive)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,1,1 ], "correction of abuses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,1,1 ], "to improve (an existing institution, law, practice, etc|) by alteration or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,1,2 ], "to give up or cause to give up a reprehensible habit or immoral way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,1,3 ], "to change the molecular structure of (a hydrocarbon) to make it suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,1,3 ], "use as petrol by heat, pressure, and the action of catalysts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,2,1 ], "an improvement or change for the better, esp| as a result of correction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,2,1 ], "legal or political abuses or malpractices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,2,2 ], "a principle, campaign, or measure aimed at achieving such change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reform",1,2,3 ], "improvement of morals or behaviour, esp| by giving up some vice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reformation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of reforming or the state of being reformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reformatory",1,1,1 ], "a place of instruction where young offenders were sent for corrective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reformatory",1,1,1 ], "training" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reformatory",1,2,1 ], "having the purpose or function of reforming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reformism",1,1,1 ], "a doctrine or movement advocating reform, esp| political or religious reform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reformism",1,1,1 ], "rather than abolition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refract",1,1,1 ], "to cause or undergo refraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refract",1,2,1 ], "to measure the refractive capabilities of (the eye, a lens, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refracting telescope",1,1,1 ], "a type of telescope in which the image is formed by a set of lenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refraction",1,1,1 ], "passing from one medium to another in which it has a different velocity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refraction",1,1,1 ], "the change in direction of a propagating wave, such as light or sound, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refraction",1,1,2 ], "the amount by which a wave is refracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refraction",1,1,3 ], "the ability of the eye to refract light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refraction",1,1,4 ], "the determination of the refractive condition of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refraction",1,1,5 ], "refraction of light by the earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refraction",1,1,5 ], "the apparent elevation in position of a celestial body resulting from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refractive index",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the extent to which a medium refracts light; the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refractive index",1,1,1 ], "index)|Symbol: n, m" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "refractive index",1,1,1 ], "its speed in a reference medium to that in the medium (relative refractive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "refractive index",1,1,1 ], "speed of light in a vacuum to that in the medium (absolute refractive index) or of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refractive",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with refraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refractive",1,1,2 ], "(of a material or substance) capable of causing refraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refractometer",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for determining the refractive index of a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refractor",1,1,1 ], "an object or material that refracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refractor",1,1,2 ], "another name for refracting telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 1, 1],"unmanageable or obstinate",1). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 1, 2],"not responding to treatment",1). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a nerve or muscle) incapable of responding to stimulation, esp| during the",1). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 1, 3],"period (refractory period) immediately following a previous stimulation",2). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 1, 4],"(of a material) able to withstand high temperatures without fusion or",1). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 1, 4],"decomposition",2). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 2, 2],"a material, such as fireclay or alumina, that is able to withstand high",1). c_DEF([ "refractory" ,1, 2, 2],"temperatures: used to line furnaces, etc",2). c_DEF([ "refrain",1,1,1 ], "to abstain (from action) forbear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrain",2,1,1 ], "a regularly recurring melody, such as the chorus of a song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrain",2,1,2 ], "a much repeated saying or idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrangible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being refracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresh",1,1,1 ], "or reinvigorate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refresh",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fresh or vigorous, as through rest, drink, or food; revive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresh",1,2,1 ], "to enliven (something worn or faded), as by adding new decorations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresh",1,3,1 ], "to stimulate (the memory, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresh",1,4,1 ], "to replenish, as with new equipment or stores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresher course",1,1,1 ], "a short educational course for people to review their subject and developments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresher course",1,1,1 ], "in it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refresher",1,1,1 ], "something that refreshes, such as a cold drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresher",1,1,2 ], "a fee, additional to that marked on the brief, paid to counsel in a case that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refresher",1,1,2 ], "lasts more than a day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refreshing",1,1,1 ], "able to or tending to refresh; invigorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refreshing",1,1,2 ], "pleasantly different or novel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refreshment",1,1,1 ], "the act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refreshment",1,1,2 ], "snacks and drinks served as a light meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerant",1,1,1 ], "a fluid capable of changes of phase at low temperatures: used as the working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerant",1,1,1 ], "fluid of a refrigerator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerant",1,1,2 ], "a cooling substance, such as ice or solid carbon dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerant",1,1,3 ], "an agent that provides a sensation of coolness or reduces fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerant",1,2,1 ], "causing cooling or freezing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerate",1,1,1 ], "freeze" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become frozen or cold, esp| for preservative purposes; chill or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refrigerator",1,1,1 ], "a chamber in which food, drink, etc|, are kept cool| Informal word: fridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refringent",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or causing refraction; refractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reft",1,1,1 ], "a past tense and past participle of reave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuel",1,1,1 ], "to supply or be supplied with fresh fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuge",1,1,1 ], "shelter or protection, as from the weather or danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuge",1,1,2 ], "any place, person, action, or thing that offers or appears to offer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuge",1,1,2 ], "protection, help, or relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refuge",1,1,3 ], "another name for a traffic island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuge",1,2,1 ], "to take refuge or give refuge to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refugee",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who has fled from some danger or problem, esp| political persecution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refugee",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refugium",1,1,1 ], "a geographical region that has remained unaltered by a climatic change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refugium",1,1,1 ], "affecting surrounding regions and that therefore forms a haven for relict fauna and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refugium",1,1,1 ], "flora" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "refulgent",1,1,1 ], "shining, brilliant, or radiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refund",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!f'nd)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refund",1,2,1 ], "to give back (money, etc|), as when an article purchased is unsatisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refund",1,2,2 ], "to reimburse (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refund",1,3,1 ], "return of money to a purchaser or the amount so returned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refurbish",1,1,1 ], "restoring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refurbish",1,1,1 ], "to make neat, clean, or complete, as by renovating, re-equipping, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refusal",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of refusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refusal",1,1,2 ], "the opportunity to reject or accept; option" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",1,1,1 ], "to decline to accept (something offered)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",1,1,2 ], "to decline to give or grant (something) to (a person, organization, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",1,1,3 ], "(when tr|, takes an infinitive) to express determination not (to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",1,1,3 ], "something); decline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",1,1,4 ], "(of a horse) to be unwilling to take (a jump), as by swerving or stopping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",1,2,1 ], "(of a woman) to declare one's unwillingness to accept (a suitor) as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",1,2,1 ], "husband" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",2,1,1,1 ], "anything thrown away; waste; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refuse",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refutation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of refuting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refutation",1,1,2 ], "something that refutes; disproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "refute" ,1, 1, 1],"incorrect disprove",2). c_DEF([ "refute" ,1, 1, 1],"s often used incorrectly as a synonym of deny|",1). c_DEF([ "refute" ,1, 1, 1],"to prove (a statement, theory, charge, etc|) of (a person) to be false or",1). c_DEF([ "refute" ,1, 1, 2],"In careful usage",1). c_DEF([ "ref|",1,1,1 ], "referee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ref|",1,1,2 ], "reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ref|",1,1,3 ], "reformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regain",1,1,1 ], "to take or get back; recover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regain",1,1,2 ], "to reach again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or befitting a king or queen; royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regal",2,1,1 ], "a portable organ equipped only with small reed pipes, popular from the 15th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regal",2,1,1 ], "century and recently revived for modern performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regale",1,1,1 ], "to give delight or amusement to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regale",1,1,2 ], "to provide with choice or abundant food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regale",1,2,1,1 ], "a feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regale",1,2,1,2 ], "a delicacy of food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regalia",1,1,1 ], "the ceremonial emblems or robes of royalty, high office, an order, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regalia",1,1,2 ], "any splendid or special clothes; finery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regality",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being royal; kingship or queenship; royalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regality",1,1,2 ], "the rights or privileges of royalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,1,1 ], "to look closely or attentively at (something or someone); observe steadily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,2,1 ], "to hold (a person or thing) in respect, admiration, or affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,3,1 ], "to look upon or consider in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,4,1 ], "to relate to; concern; have a bearing on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,4,2 ], "to take notice of or pay attention to (something); heed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,4,3 ], "as regards| in respect of; concerning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,5,1 ], "a gaze; look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,5,2 ], "attention; heed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,5,3 ], "esteem, affection, or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,5,4 ], "reference, relation, or connection (esp| in the phrases with regard to or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,5,4 ], "regard to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,5,5 ], "close of a letter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regard",1,5,5 ], "good wishes or greetings (esp| in the phrase with kind regards, used at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regardant",1,1,1 ], "(of a beast) shown looking backwards over its shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regardful",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) showing regard (for); heedful (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regardful",1,1,2 ], "showing regard, respect, or consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regarding",1,1,1 ], "in respect of; on the subject of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regardless",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) taking no regard or heed; heedless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regardless",1,2,1 ], "in spite of everything; disregarding drawbacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regatta",1,1,1 ], "an organized series of races of yachts, rowing boats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regd|",1,1,1 ], "registered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regelate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo regelation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regelation",1,1,1 ], "pressure at the interface between them and subsequent refreezing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regelation",1,1,1 ], "the rejoining together of two pieces of ice as a result of melting under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regency",1,1,1 ], "government by a regent or a body of regents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regency",1,1,2 ], "the office of a regent or body of regents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regency",1,1,3 ], "a territory under the jurisdiction of a regent or body of regents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regency",1,1,4 ], "the use or exercise of authority; rule or government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!d#f$en@@~re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,1,2 ], "invigoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,1,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo moral, spiritual, or physical renewal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,1,3 ], "to form or be formed again; come or bring into existence once again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,1,4 ], "(such tissues) to be replaced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,1,4 ], "to replace (lost or damaged tissues or organs) by new growth, or to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,1,5 ], "to restore or be restored to an original physical or chemical state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,2,1 ], "to amplify (a signal) by means of regeneration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,3,1 ], "(r$I!d#f$en@$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerate",1,3,2 ], "morally, spiritually, or physically renewed or reborn; restored or refreshed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regeneration",1,1,1 ], "or renewal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regeneration",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of regenerating or the state of being regenerated; rebirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regeneration",1,1,2 ], "lost or destroyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regeneration",1,1,2 ], "the regrowth by an animal or plant of an organ, tissue, or part that has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regeneration",1,1,3 ], "amplification of a receiver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regeneration",1,1,3 ], "the use of positive feedback, esp| to improve the demodulation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regenerative cooling",1,1,1 ], "circulating the propellant around the chamber before combustion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regenerative cooling",1,1,1 ], "the process of cooling the walls of the combustion chamber of a rocket by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regent",1,1,1 ], "incapacity of its monarch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regent",1,1,1 ], "the ruler or administrator of a country during the minority, absence, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regent",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a senior teacher or administrator in any of certain universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regent",1,1,3 ], "a member of the governing board of certain schools and colleges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regent",1,1,4 ], "any person who governs or rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regent",1,2,1 ], "acting or functioning as a regent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regent",1,2,2 ], "governing, ruling, or controlling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reggae",1,1,1 ], "a type of West Indian popular music having four beats to the bar, the upbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reggae",1,1,1 ], "being strongly accented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regicide",1,1,1 ], "the killing of a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regicide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills a king" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regime",1,1,1 ], "a system of government or a particular administration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regime",1,1,2 ], "a social system or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regime",1,1,3 ], "another word for regimen ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regimen",1,1,1 ], "a systematic course of therapy, often including a recommended diet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regimen",1,1,2 ], "administration or rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regiment",1,1,1 ], "a military unit comprising two or more battalions, usually with headquarters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regiment",1,1,1 ], "and support units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regiment",1,1,2 ], "a large number in regular or organized groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regiment",1,3,1 ], "to force discipline or order on, esp| in a domineering manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regiment",1,3,2 ], "to organize into a regiment or regiments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regiment",1,3,3 ], "to form into organized groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regiment",1,3,4 ], "to assign to a regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regimentals",1,1,1 ], "the uniform and insignia of a regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regimentals",1,1,2 ], "military dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,1 ], "any large, indefinite, and continuous part of a surface or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,2 ], "an area considered as a unit for geographical, functional, social, or cultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,2 ], "reasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,3 ], "an administrative division of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,4 ], "a realm or sphere of activity or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,5 ], "range, area, or scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,6 ], "any of the eight territorial divisions into which the country is divided for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "region",1,1,6 ], "purposes of local government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regional enteritis",1,1,1 ], "another name for Crohn's disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regional",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or limited to a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regionalism",1,1,1 ], "division of a country into administrative regions having partial autonomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regionalism",1,1,2 ], "advocacy of such division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regionalism",1,1,3 ], "loyalty to one's home region; regional patriotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regionalism",1,1,4 ], "of the world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regionalism",1,1,4 ], "the common interests of national groups, people, etc|, living in the same part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regionalism",1,1,5 ], "a word, custom, accent, or other characteristic associated with a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regionalism",1,1,5 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "register ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton ,1 ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,1 ], "an official or formal list recording names, events, or transactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,2 ], "the book in which such a list is written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,3 ], "an entry in such a list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,4 ], "a recording device that accumulates data, totals sums of money, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,5 ], "a movable plate that controls the flow of air into a furnace, chimney, room," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,5 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,6 ], "a location in a storage device that can hold one or more words, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,6 ], "designed for a specific function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,6,1 ], "the correct alignment of the separate plates in colour printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,6,1 ], "the timbre characteristic of a certain manner of voice production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,6,2 ], "any of the stops on an organ as classified in respect of its tonal quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,6,2 ], "sheet of paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,6,2 ], "the exact correspondence of lines of type, etc|, on the two sides of a printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,7 ], "a form of a language associated with a particular social situation or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,7 ], "matter, such as obscene slang, legal language, or journalese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,1,8 ], "the act or an instance of registering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,2,1 ], "on a register; formally record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,2,1 ], "to enter or cause someone to enter (an event, person's name, ownership, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,2,2 ], "to show or be shown on a scale or other measuring instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,2,3 ], "to show or be shown in a person's face, bearing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,3,1 ], "to have an effect; make an impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,3,2 ], "to send (a letter, package, etc|) by registered post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,4,1 ], "in register" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,4,1 ], "to adjust (a printing press, forme, etc|) to ensure that the printed matter is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "register",1,5,1 ], "(of a mechanical part) to align (with another part)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registered post",1,1,1 ], "a Post Office service by which compensation is paid for loss or damage to mail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registered post",1,1,1 ], "for which a registration fee has been paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "registered post",1,1,2 ], "mail sent by this service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registrant",1,1,1 ], "a person who registers a trademark or patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registrar",1,1,1 ], "a person who keeps official records" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registrar",1,1,2 ], "an administrative official responsible for student records, enrolment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registrar",1,1,2 ], "procedure, etc|, in a school, college, or university" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "registrar",1,1,3 ], "a hospital doctor senior to a houseman but junior to a consultant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registrar",1,1,3 ], "specializing in either medicine (medical registrar) or surgery (surgical registrar)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "registrar",1,1,4 ], "a person employed by a company to maintain a register of its security issues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registration number",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of letters and numbers assigned to a motor vehicle when it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registration number",1,1,1 ], "numberplates at the front and rear of the vehicle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "registration number",1,1,1 ], "registered, usually indicating the year and place of registration, displayed on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "registration",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of registering or state of being registered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registration",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registration",1,1,2 ], "an entry in a register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registration",1,1,3 ], "a group of people, such as students, who register at a particular time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registration",1,1,4 ], "a combination of organ or harpsichord stops used in the performance of a piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registration",1,1,4 ], "of music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "registry office",1,1,1 ], "a government office where civil marriages are performed and births, marriages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registry office",1,1,1 ], "and deaths are recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "registry",1,1,1 ], "a place where registers are kept, such as the part of a church where the bride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registry",1,1,1 ], "and groom sign a register after a wedding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "registry",1,1,2 ], "the registration of a ship's country of origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "registry",1,1,3 ], "another word for registration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reglet" ,1, 1, 1],"a flat narrow architectural moulding",1). c_DEF([ "reglet" ,1, 1, 2],"a strip of oiled wood used for spacing between lines",1). c_DEF([ "regnal",1,1,1 ], "of a sovereign, reign, or kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regnal",1,1,2 ], "designating a year of a sovereign's reign calculated from the date of his or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regnal",1,1,2 ], "her accession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regnant",1,1,1 ], "reigning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regnant",1,1,2 ], "prevalent; current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rego",1,1,1,1 ], "the registration of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rego",1,1,1,2 ], "a fee paid for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regolith",1,1,1 ], "another name for mantle rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regorge",1,1,1 ], "to vomit up; disgorge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regorge",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of water) to flow or run back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regosol",1,1,1 ], "a type of azonal soil consisting of unconsolidated material derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regosol",1,1,1 ], "freshly deposited alluvium or sands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regrate",1,1,1 ], "profitable resale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regrate",1,1,1 ], "to buy up (commodities, etc|) in advance so as to raise their price for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regrate",1,1,2 ], "to resell (commodities so purchased); retail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regress",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!gr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regress",1,2,1 ], "to return or revert, as to a former place, condition, or mode of behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regress",1,3,1 ], "or more independent variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regress",1,3,1 ], "to measure the extent to which (a dependent variable) is associated with one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regress",1,4,1 ], "the act of regressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regress",1,4,2 ], "movement in a backward direction; retrogression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,1 ], "child, esp| as a defence mechanism to avoid anxiety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,1 ], "the adoption by an adult or adolescent of behaviour more appropriate to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,1,1 ], "in an equation in which the independent variables have parametric coefficients," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,1,1 ], "the analysis or measure of the association between one variable (the dependent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,1,1 ], "variable) and one or more other variables (the independent variables), usually formulated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,1,1 ], "which may enable future values of the dependent variable to be predicted" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,1,2 ], "regression curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,2 ], "orbit intersects the ecliptic| One complete revolution occurs about every 19 years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,2 ], "the slow movement around the ecliptic of the two points at which the moon's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regression",1,1,3 ], "the act of regressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regressive",1,1,1 ], "regressing or tending to regress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regressive",1,1,2 ], "(of a tax or tax system) levied or graduated so that the rate decreases as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regressive",1,1,2 ], "amount taxed increases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regressive",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of regression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regret",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to feel sorry, repentant, or upset about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regret",1,1,2 ], "to bemoan or grieve the death or loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regret",1,2,1 ], "a sense of repentance, guilt, or sorrow, as over some wrong done or an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regret",1,2,1 ], "unfulfilled ambition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regret",1,2,2 ], "a sense of loss or grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regret",1,2,3 ], "a polite expression of sadness, esp| in a formal refusal of an invitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regroup",1,1,1 ], "to reorganize (military forces), esp| after an attack or a defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regroup",1,2,1 ], "to rearrange into a new grouping or groupings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulable",1,1,1 ], "able to be regulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,1 ], "normal, customary, or usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,10 ], "denoting or relating to the personnel or units of the permanent military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,10 ], "services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,11 ], "(of flowers) having any of their parts, esp| petals, alike in size, shape," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,11 ], "arrangement, etc|; symmetrical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,12 ], "(of the formation, inflections, etc|, of a word) following the usual pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,12 ], "of formation in a language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,12,1 ], "(of a polygon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,13 ], "equilateral and equiangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,13,2 ], "(of a polyhedron) having identical regular polygons as faces that make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,13,2 ], "identical angles with each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,13,3 ], "(of a prism) having regular polygons as bases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,13,4 ], "(of a pyramid) having a regular polygon as a base and the altitude passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,13,4 ], "through the centre of the base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,13,5 ], "another name for analytic ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,14 ], "another word for actinomorphic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,2 ], "according to a uniform principle, arrangement, or order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,3 ], "occurring at fixed or prearranged intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,4 ], "following a set rule or normal practice; methodical or orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,5 ], "symmetrical in appearance or form; even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,6 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,6 ], "organized, elected, conducted, etc|, in a proper or officially prescribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,7 ], "officially qualified or recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,8 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,1,9 ], "likable, dependable, or nice (esp| in the phrase a regular guy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,2,1 ], "subject to the rule of an established religious order or community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,2,2 ], "of, selected by, or loyal to the leadership or platform of a political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,2,3 ], "another word for cubic ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,3,1 ], "a professional long-term serviceman in a military unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,3,2 ], "a person who does something regularly, such as attending a theatre or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,3,2 ], "patronizing a shop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,3,3 ], "a member of a religious order or congregation, as contrasted with a secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,3,4 ], "a party member loyal to the leadership, organization, platform, etc|, of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regular",1,3,4 ], "party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regularize",1,1,1 ], "to make regular cause to conform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulate",1,1,1 ], "control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regulate",1,1,1 ], "to adjust (the amount of heat, sound, etc|, of something) as required;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulate",1,1,2 ], "to adjust (an instrument or appliance) so that it operates correctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulate",1,1,3 ], "to bring into conformity with a rule, principle, or usage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of regulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulation",1,1,2 ], "a rule, principle, or condition that governs procedure or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulation",1,1,3 ], "a governmental or ministerial order having the force of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulation",1,1,4 ], "been altered or damaged in some way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regulation",1,1,4 ], "the ability of an animal embryo to develop normally after its structure has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulation",1,1,5 ], "as required by official rules or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulation",1,1,6 ], "normal; usual; conforming to accepted standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that regulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulator",1,1,2 ], "speed of a timepiece is regulated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regulator",1,1,2 ], "the mechanism, including the hairspring and the balance wheel, by which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulator",1,1,3 ], "a timepiece, known to be accurate, by which others are timed and regulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulator",1,1,4 ], "any of various mechanisms or devices, such as a governor valve, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regulator",1,1,4 ], "controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regulus",1,1,1 ], "impure metal forming beneath the slag during the smelting of ores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regurgitate",1,1,1 ], "to vomit forth (partially digested food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regurgitate",1,1,2 ], "(of some birds and certain other animals) to bring back to the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "regurgitate",1,1,2 ], "(undigested or partly digested food with which to feed the young)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "regurgitate",1,2,1 ], "to be cast up or out, esp| from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reg|",1,1,1 ], "regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reg|",1,1,2 ], "register(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reg|",1,1,3 ], "registrar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reg|",1,1,4 ], "registry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reg|",1,1,5 ], "regular(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reg|",1,1,6 ], "regulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reg|",1,1,7 ], "regulator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitate",1,1,1 ], "released from prison) to readapt to society or a new job, as by vocational guidance," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitate",1,1,1 ], "retraining, or therapy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitate",1,1,1 ], "to help (a person who is physically or mentally disabled or has just been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitate",1,1,2 ], "to restore to a former position or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitate",1,1,3 ], "to restore the good reputation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of rehabilitating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitation",1,1,2 ], "exercises" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rehabilitation",1,1,2 ], "the treatment of physical disabilities by massage, electrotherapy, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehash",1,1,1 ], "to rework, reuse, or make over (old or already used material)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehash",1,2,1 ], "something consisting of old, reworked, or reused material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehearsal",1,1,1 ], "a session of practising a play, concert, speech etc|, in preparation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehearsal",1,1,1 ], "public performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rehearsal",1,1,2 ], "the act of going through or recounting; recital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehearsal",1,1,3 ], "in rehearsal| being prepared for public performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehearse",1,1,1 ], "to practise (a play, concert, etc|), in preparation for public performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehearse",1,2,1 ], "to run through; recount; recite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehearse",1,3,1 ], "a play, show, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rehearse",1,3,1 ], "to train or drill (a person or animal) for the public performance of a part in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reheat",1,1,1 ], "to heat or be heated again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reheat",1,2,1 ], "additional heat and thrust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reheat",1,2,1 ], "to add fuel to (the exhaust gases of an aircraft jet engine) to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reheat",1,3,1 ], "another name (esp| Brit|) for afterburning ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehoboam",1,1,1 ], "a wine bottle holding the equivalent of six normal bottles (approximately 156" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rehoboam",1,1,1 ], "ounces)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to consider or make (an abstract idea or concept) real or concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reign",1,1,1 ], "the period during which a monarch is the official ruler of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reign",1,1,2 ], "a period during which a person or thing is dominant, influential, or powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reign",1,2,1 ], "to exercise the power and authority of a sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reign",1,2,2 ], "authority, as in a constitutional monarchy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reign",1,2,2 ], "to be accorded the rank and title of a sovereign without having ruling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reign",1,2,3 ], "to predominate; prevail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reign",1,2,4 ], "to be the most recent winner of a competition, contest, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reimburse",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reimburse",1,1,1 ], "to repay or compensate (someone) for (money already spent, losses, damages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reimport",1,2,1 ], "to import (goods manufactured from exported raw materials)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reimport",1,3,1 ], "(ri$:!$Imp@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reimport",1,3,2 ], "the act of reimporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reimport",1,3,3 ], "a reimported commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reimpression",1,1,1 ], "a reprinting of a book without editorial changes or additions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein in",1,1,1 ], "to stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein in",1,1,2 ], "(a horse) by pulling on the reins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,1 ], "hand of the rider, driver, or trainer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of long straps, usually connected together and made of leather," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,1 ], "used to control a horse, running from the side of the bit or the headstall to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,2 ], "a similar device used to control a very young child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,3 ], "any form or means of control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,4 ], "right)rein, change the rein)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,4 ], "the direction in which a rider turns (in phrases such as on a left (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,5 ], "something that restrains, controls, or guides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,6 ], "give free rein| to allow considerable freedom; remove restraints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,7 ], "keep a tight rein on| to control carefully; limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,8 ], "on a long rein| with the reins held loosely so that the horse is relatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,8 ], "unconstrained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,9 ], "bit is lessened, in order that the horse may be more collected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,1,9 ], "shorten the reins| to take up the reins so that the distance between hand and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,2,1 ], "to check, restrain, hold back, or halt with or as if with reins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rein",1,2,2 ], "to control or guide (a horse) with a rein or reins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reincarnate",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!$Ink$a$:ne$It) to cause to undergo reincarnation; be born again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reincarnate",1,2,1 ], "born again in a new body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reincarnation",1,1,1 ], "again in another body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reincarnation",1,1,1 ], "the belief that on the death of the body the soul transmigrates to or is born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reincarnation",1,1,2 ], "old one at physical death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reincarnation",1,1,2 ], "the incarnation or embodiment of a soul in a new body after it has left the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reincarnation",1,1,3 ], "embodiment again in a new form, as of a principle or idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reindeer moss",1,1,1 ], "any of various lichens of the genus Cladonia, esp| C| rangiferina, which occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reindeer moss",1,1,1 ], "in arctic and subarctic regions, providing food for reindeer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reindeer",1,1,1 ], "a large deer, Rangifer tarandus, having large branched antlers in the male and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reindeer",1,1,1 ], "female and inhabiting the arctic regions of Greenland, Europe, and Asia| It also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reindeer",1,1,1 ], "occurs in North America, where it is known as a caribou" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reinforce",1,1,1 ], "to give added strength or support to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinforce",1,1,2 ], "to give added emphasis to; stress, support, or increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinforce",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reinforce",1,1,3 ], "to give added support to (a military force) by providing more men, supplies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinforce",1,1,4 ], "likely to occur again" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reinforce",1,1,4 ], "to reward an action or response of (a human or animal) so that it becomes more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinforced concrete",1,1,1 ], "concrete with steel bars, mesh, etc|, embedded in it to enable it to withstand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinforced concrete",1,1,1 ], "tensile and shear stresses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reins",1,1,1 ], "the kidneys or loins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinstate",1,1,1 ], "to restore to a former rank or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinsure",1,1,1 ], "to insure again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinsure",1,1,2 ], "(of an insurer) to obtain partial or complete insurance coverage from another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reinsure",1,1,2 ], "insurer for (a risk on which a policy has already been issued)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reis",1,1,1 ], "the plural of real'3 (the coin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reiterate",1,1,1 ], "to say or do again or repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reive",1,1,1 ], "dialect| to go on a plundering raid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reject",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!d#f$ekt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reject",1,2,1 ], "to refuse to accept, acknowledge, use, believe, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reject",1,2,2 ], "to throw out as useless or worthless; discard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reject",1,2,3 ], "to rebuff (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reject",1,2,4 ], "(of an organism) to fail to accept (a foreign tissue graft or organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reject",1,2,4 ], "transplant) because of immunological incompatibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reject",1,3,1 ], "something rejected as imperfect, unsatisfactory, or useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejig",1,1,1 ], "jigs, jigging, jigged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejig",1,2,1 ], "to re-equip (a factory or plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejig",1,2,2 ], "to rearrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoice",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object or an infinitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoice",1,1,2 ], "when intr|, often foll| by in) to feel or express great joy or happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoice",1,2,1 ], "to cause to feel joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoin",1,1,1 ], "to come again into company with (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoin",1,2,1 ], "to put or join together again; reunite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoin",2,1,1 ], "to say (something) in reply; answer, reply, or retort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoin",2,1,2 ], "to answer (a plaintiff's reply)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoinder",1,1,1 ], "a reply or response to a question or remark, esp| a quick witty one; retort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejoinder",1,1,2 ], "(in pleading) the answer made by a defendant to the plaintiff's reply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejuvenate",1,1,1 ], "to give new youth, restored vitality, or youthful appearance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejuvenate",1,1,1,1 ], "to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejuvenate",1,1,2 ], "(a river) to begin eroding more vigorously to a new lower base level, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejuvenate",1,1,2 ], "because of uplift of the land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rejuvenate",1,1,2,2 ], "to cause (a land surface) to develop youthful features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejuvenesce",1,1,1 ], "to make or become youthful or restored to vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rejuvenesce",1,1,2 ], "to convert (cells) or (of cells) to be converted into a more active form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relapse",1,1,1 ], "to lapse back into a former state or condition, esp| one involving bad habits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relapse",1,1,2 ], "to become ill again after apparent recovery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relapse",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of relapsing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relapse",1,2,2 ], "the return of ill health after an apparent or partial recovery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relapsing fever",1,1,1 ], "Borrelia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "relapsing fever",1,1,1 ], "any of various infectious diseases characterized by recurring fever, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relapsing fever",1,1,1 ], "the bite of body lice or ticks infected with spirochaetes of the genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relate" ,1, 1, 1],"s frequently applied to personal relationships",1). c_DEF([ "relate" ,1, 1, 1],"to tell or narrate (a story, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "relate" ,1, 1, 2],"(of something) to have relation or reference (to something else)",2). c_DEF([ "relate" ,1, 1, 2],"(often foll| by to) to establish association (between two or more things) or",1). c_DEF([ "relate" ,1, 2, 1],"etc|)",2). c_DEF([ "relate" ,1, 2, 1],"to form a sympathetic or significant relationship (with other people, things,",1). c_DEF([ "related",1,1,1 ], "connected; associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "related",1,1,2 ], "connected by kinship or marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "related",1,1,3 ], "(in diatonic music) denoting or relating to a key that has notes in common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "related",1,1,3 ], "with another key or keys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,1 ], "related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being related or the manner in which things are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,10 ], "an association, such as equality or inequality, between two numbers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,10 ], "quantities, expressions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,2 ], "connection by blood or marriage; kinship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,3 ], "a person who is connected by blood or marriage; relative; kinsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,4 ], "reference or regard (esp| in the phrase in or with relation to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,5 ], "regard to another or others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,5 ], "the position, association, connection, or status of one person or thing with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,6 ], "the act of relating or narrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,7 ], "an account or narrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,8 ], "been done antecedently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,8 ], "the principle by which an act done at one time is regarded in law as having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relation",1,1,9 ], "the statement of grounds of complaint made by a relator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relational",1,1,1 ], "in Latin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relational",1,1,1 ], "indicating or expressing syntactic relation, as for example the case endings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relational",1,1,2 ], "having relation or being related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relations",1,1,1 ], "individuals, groups, nations, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relations",1,1,1 ], "social, political, or personal connections or dealings between or among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relations",1,1,2 ], "family or relatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relations",1,1,3 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relationship",1,1,1 ], "the state of being connected or related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relationship",1,1,2 ], "association by blood or marriage; kinship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relationship",1,1,3 ], "countries, people, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relationship",1,1,3 ], "the mutual dealings, connections, or feelings that exist between two parties," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relationship",1,1,4 ], "an emotional or sexual affair or liaison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relationship",1,1,5 ], "another name for relation ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative aperture",1,1,1 ], "of the lens; written as f/n, fn, or fn, where n is the numerical value of this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative aperture",1,1,1 ], "ratio and is equivalent to the f-number" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "relative aperture",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the equivalent focal length of a lens to the effective aperture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative atomic mass",1,1,1 ], "another name for atomic weight|Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative density",1,1,1 ], "degrees C or some other specified temperature| For gases the standard is often air or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "relative density",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen at the same temperature and pressure as the substance| Symbol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "relative density",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the density of a substance to the density of a standard substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative density",1,1,1 ], "under specified conditions| For liquids and solids the standard is usually water at 4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative frequency",1,1,1 ], "number of events; often taken as an estimate of probability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative frequency",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the actual number of favourable events to the total possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative humidity",1,1,1 ], "mass that would be present in an equal volume of saturated air at the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative humidity",1,1,1 ], "temperature" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "relative humidity",1,1,1 ], "the mass of water vapour present in the air expressed as a percentage of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative majority",1,1,1 ], "runner-up when no candidate or party has more than 50 per cent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative majority",1,1,1 ], "the excess of votes or seats won by the winner of an election over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative molecular mass",1,1,1 ], "another name for molecular weight|Symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative permeability",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the permeability of a medium to that of free space| Symbol: mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative permittivity",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the permittivity of a substance to that of a vacuum| Symbol: er" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,1,1 ], "absolute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,1,1 ], "having meaning or significance only in relation to something else; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,1,2 ], "(of a scientific quantity) being measured or stated relative to some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,1,2 ], "substance or measurement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,1,3 ], "comparative or respective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,1 ], "in proportion (to); corresponding (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,2 ], "conjunctions in introducing relative clauses| In English, relative pronouns and determiners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,2 ], "denoting or belonging to a class of words that function as subordinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,2 ], "include who, which, and that" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,3 ], "denoting or relating to a clause (relative clause) that modifies a noun or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,3 ], "pronoun occurring earlier in the sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,4 ], "(of a musical key or scale) having the same key signature as another key or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,2,4 ], "scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,3,1 ], "a person who is related by blood or marriage; relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relative",1,3,2 ], "a relative pronoun, clause, or grammatical construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativism",1,1,1 ], "any theory holding that knowledge and values are not absolute but are relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativism",1,1,1 ], "to a person's nature and situation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relativistic",1,1,1 ], "described by the theory of relativity rather than by Newtonian mechanics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relativistic",1,1,1 ], "having or involving a speed close to that of light so that the behaviour is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativistic",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or involving relativity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativistic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to relativism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativity",1,1,1 ], "either of two theories developed by Albert Einstein, the special theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativity",1,1,1 ], "relativity, dealing with acceleration and gravitation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "relativity",1,1,1 ], "relativity, dealing with space, time, and uniform motion, and the general theory of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relativity",1,1,2 ], "factors, as knowledge, values, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relativity",1,1,2 ], "the quality of being dependent upon psychological, social, economic, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativity",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relativize",1,2,1 ], "to apply the theory of relativity to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relator",1,1,1 ], "a person who relates a story; narrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relator",1,1,2 ], "a person who gives information upon which the attorney general brings an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relator",1,1,2 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relator",1,1,3 ], "a person who institutes proceedings by criminal information or quo warranto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relatum",1,1,1 ], "one of the objects between which a relation is said to hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,1,1 ], "like) to become looser or less rigid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,1,1 ], "to make (muscles, a grip, etc|) less tense or rigid or (of muscles and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,2,1 ], "to take rest, as from work or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,2,2 ], "diminished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,2,2 ], "to lessen the force of (effort, concentration, etc|) or (of effort) to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,2,3 ], "diminish in severity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,2,3 ], "to make (rules or discipline) less rigid or strict or (of rules, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relax",1,3,1 ], "(of a person) to become less formal; unbend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxant",1,1,1 ], "a drug or agent that relaxes, esp| one that relaxes tense muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxant",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or tending to produce relaxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxation",1,1,1 ], "rest or refreshment, as after work or effort; recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxation",1,1,2 ], "a form of rest or recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxation",1,1,3 ], "a partial lessening of a punishment, duty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxation",1,1,4 ], "the act of relaxing or state of being relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxation",1,1,5 ], "the return of a system to equilibrium after a displacement from this state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxation",1,1,6 ], "a method by which errors resulting from an approximation are reduced by using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxation",1,1,6 ], "new approximations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relaxin",1,1,1 ], "a mammalian polypeptide hormone secreted by the corpus luteum during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relaxin",1,1,1 ], "pregnancy, which relaxes the pelvic ligaments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relaxin",1,1,2 ], "a preparation of this hormone, used to facilitate childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay fast",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in India) a form of protest in which a number of persons go without food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay fast",1,1,1 ], "by turns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relay race",1,1,1 ], "a race between two or more teams of contestants in which each contestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay race",1,1,1 ], "covers a specified portion of the distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,1 ], "a person or team of people relieving others, as on a shift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,2 ], "a fresh team of horses, etc|, posted at intervals along a route to relieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,2 ], "others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,3 ], "the act of relaying or process of being relayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,3,1 ], "short for relay race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,3,2 ], "one of the sections of a relay race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,4 ], "an automatic device that controls the setting of a valve, switch, etc|, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,4 ], "means of an electric motor, solenoid, or pneumatic mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,5 ], "an electrical device in which a small change in current or voltage controls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,5 ], "the switching on or off of circuits or other devices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,5,1 ], "a combination of a receiver and transmitter designed to receive radio signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,5,1 ], "and retransmit them, in order to extend their range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,2,1 ], "(r$I!le$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,3,1 ], "to carry or spread (something, such as news or information) by relays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,3,2 ], "to supply or replace with relays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,3,3 ], "to retransmit (a signal) by means of a relay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,3,4 ], "station" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relay",1,3,4 ], "to broadcast (a performance) by sending out signals through a transmitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,1,1 ], "to free (a person, animal, etc|) from captivity or imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,1,2 ], "to free (someone) from obligation or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,1,3 ], "to free (something) from (one's grip); let go or fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,1,4 ], "to issue (a record, film, book, etc|) for sale or circulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,1,5 ], "to make (news or information) known or allow (news, etc|) to be made known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,1,6 ], "to relinquish (a right, claim, title, etc|) in favour of someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,1 ], "duty, pain, life, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,1 ], "the act of freeing or state of being freed, as from captivity, imprisonment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,2 ], "the act of issuing for sale or publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,3 ], "something issued for sale or public showing, esp| a film or a record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,4 ], "a news item, etc|, made available for publication, broadcasting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,5 ], "the surrender of a claim, right, title, etc|, in favour of someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,6 ], "a control mechanism for starting or stopping an engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,6,1 ], "stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,6,1 ], "the opening of the exhaust valve of a steam engine near the end of the piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "release",1,2,6,2 ], "the moment at which this valve opens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relegate",1,1,1 ], "to move to a position of less authority, importance, etc|; demote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relegate",1,1,2 ], "to demote (a football team, etc|) to a lower division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relegate",1,1,3 ], "to assign or refer (a matter) to another or others, as for action or decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relegate",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by to) to banish or exile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relegate",1,1,5 ], "to assign (something) to a particular group or category" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relent",1,1,1 ], "mild or amenable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relent",1,1,1 ], "to change one's mind about some decided course, esp| a harsh one; become more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relent",1,1,2 ], "(of the pace or intensity of something) to slacken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relent",1,1,3 ], "(of the weather) to become more mild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relentless",1,1,1 ], "(of an enemy, hostile attitude, etc|) implacable; inflexible; inexorable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relentless",1,1,2 ], "(of pace or intensity) sustained; unremitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relevant",1,1,1 ], "having direct bearing on the matter in hand; pertinent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relevant",1,1,2 ], "another word for distinctive ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reliable",1,1,1 ], "able to be trusted; predictable or dependable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reliance",1,1,1 ], "dependence, confidence, or trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reliance",1,1,2 ], "something or someone upon which one relies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,1 ], "something that has survived from the past, such as an object or custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,2 ], "keepsake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,2 ], "something kept as a remembrance or treasured for its past associations;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,3 ], "a remaining part or fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,4 ], "Church, Eastern Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,5 ], "a saint, venerated as holy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,5 ], "part of the body of a saint or something supposedly used by or associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,6 ], "an old or old-fashioned person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,7 ], "the remains of a dead person; corpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relic",1,1,8 ], "a less common term for relict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,1,1 ], "a group of animals or plants that exists as a remnant of a formerly widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,1,1 ], "a mountain, lake, glacier, etc|, that is a remnant of a pre-existing formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,1,1 ], "after a destructive process has occurred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,1,1 ], "distributed group in an environment different from that in which it originated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,1,2 ], "a mineral that remains unaltered after metamorphism of the rock in which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,1,2 ], "occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for widow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relict",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for relic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief map",1,1,1 ], "a map that shows the configuration and height of the land surface, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief map",1,1,1 ], "means of contours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of cheerfulness or optimism that follows the removal of anxiety," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,1 ], "pain, or distress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,10 ], "redress of a grievance or hardship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,11 ], "a payment made to his lord by the heir to a fief: the size of the relief was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,11 ], "determined by the lord within bounds set by custom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,12 ], "on relief| U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,13 ], "(of people) in receipt of government aid because of personal need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,2 ], "deliverance from or alleviation of anxiety, pain, distress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,2,1 ], "help or assistance, as to the poor, needy, or distressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,3 ], "something that affords a diversion from monotony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,4 ], "a person who replaces or relieves another at some task or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,5 ], "a bus, shuttle plane, etc|, that carries additional passengers when a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,5 ], "scheduled service is full" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,6 ], "a road (relief road) carrying traffic round an urban area; bypass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,6,1 ], "or wholly free of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,6,1 ], "the act of freeing a beleaguered town, fortress, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,6,1 ], "the projection of forms or figures from a flat ground, so that they are partly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,6,2 ], "a piece of work of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,7 ], "a printing process, such as engraving, letterpress, etc|, that employs raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,7 ], "surfaces from which ink is transferred to the paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,8 ], "any vivid effect resulting from contrast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relief",1,1,9 ], "variation in altitude in an area; difference between highest and lowest level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,1 ], "to bring alleviation of (pain, distress, etc|) to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,10 ], "relieve oneself| to urinate or defecate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,2 ], "to bring aid or assistance to (someone in need, a disaster area, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,3 ], "to take over the duties or watch of (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,4 ], "to bring aid or a relieving force to (a besieged town, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,5 ], "to free (someone) from an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,6 ], "to make (something) less unpleasant, arduous, or monotonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,7 ], "to bring into relief or prominence, as by contrast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,8 ], "(foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieve",1,1,9 ], "to take from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relieved",1,1,1 ], "experiencing relief, esp| from worry or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religieuse",1,1,1 ], "a nun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religieux",1,1,1 ], "a member of a monastic order or clerical body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,1 ], "belief in, worship of, or obedience to a supernatural power or powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,1 ], "considered to be divine or to have control of human destiny" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,2 ], "any formal or institutionalized expression of such belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,3 ], "power or powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,3 ], "the attitude and feeling of one who believes in a transcendent controlling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,4 ], "entered upon by monks, friars, and nuns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,4 ], "the way of life determined by the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,5 ], "something of overwhelming importance to a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,5,1 ], "the practice of sacred ritual observances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religion",1,1,5,2 ], "sacred rites and ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religionism",1,1,1 ], "extreme religious fervour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religiose",1,1,1 ], "affectedly or extremely pious; sanctimoniously religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerned with religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,1,1,1 ], "pious; devout; godly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,1,1,2 ], "the religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,1,2 ], "appropriate to or in accordance with the principles of a religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,1,3 ], "scrupulous, exact, or conscientious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,1,4 ], "chastity, and obedience, and defined by a monastic rule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a way of life dedicated to religion by the vows of poverty," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,2,1 ], "a member of an order or congregation living by such a rule; a monk, friar, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "religious",1,2,1 ], "nun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relinquish",1,1,1 ], "to give up (a task, struggle, etc|); abandon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relinquish",1,1,2 ], "to surrender or renounce (a claim, right, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relinquish",1,1,3 ], "to release; let go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reliquary",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle or repository for relics, esp| relics of saints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relique",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of relic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reliquiae",1,1,1 ], "fossil remains of animals or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,1,1 ], "to savour or enjoy (an experience) to the full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,1,2 ], "to anticipate eagerly; look forward to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,1,3 ], "to enjoy the taste or flavour of (food, etc|); savour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,1,4 ], "pickles or spices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,1,4 ], "to give appetizing taste or flavour to (food), by or as if by the addition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,1 ], "liking or enjoyment, as of something eaten or experienced (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,1 ], "with relish)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,2 ], "pleasurable anticipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,3 ], "an appetizing or spicy food added to a main dish to enhance its flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,4 ], "an appetizing taste or flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,5 ], "a zestful trace or touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,6 ], "(in English lute, viol, and keyboard music of the 16th and 17th centuries) a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relish",1,2,6 ], "trilling ornament, used esp| at cadences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "relive",1,1,1 ], "to experience (a sensation, event, etc|) again, esp| in the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relucent",1,1,1 ], "bright; shining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reluct",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by against) to struggle or rebel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reluct",1,1,2 ], "to object; show reluctance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reluctance",1,1,1 ], "lack of eagerness or willingness; disinclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reluctance",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the resistance of a closed magnetic circuit to a magnetic flux," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reluctance",1,1,2 ], "equal to the ratio of the magnetomotive force to the magnetic flux" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reluctant",1,1,1 ], "not eager; unwilling; disinclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reluctant",1,1,2 ], "offering resistance or opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reluctivity",1,1,1 ], "a specific or relative reluctance of a magnetic material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "relume",1,1,1 ], "to light or brighten again; rekindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rely",1,1,1 ], "(intr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rely",1,1,2 ], "foll| by on or upon) to be dependent (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rely",1,1,3 ], "to have trust or confidence (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rel|",1,1,1 ], "relating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rel|",1,1,2 ], "relative(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rel|",1,1,3 ], "released" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rel|",1,1,4 ], "religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rel|",1,1,5 ], "religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remain",1,1,1 ], "to stay behind or in the same place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remain",1,1,2 ], "to continue to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remain",1,1,3 ], "to be left, as after use, consumption, the passage of time, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remain",1,1,4 ], "to be left to be done, said, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,1 ], "a part or portion that is left, as after use, subtraction, expenditure, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,1 ], "passage of time, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,1,1 ], "the amount left over when one quantity cannot be exactly divided by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for difference (sense 6b|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,2 ], "a future interest in property; an interest in a particular estate that will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,2 ], "pass to one at some future date, as on the death of the current possessor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,3 ], "a number of copies of a book left unsold when demand slows or ceases, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,1,3 ], "are sold at a reduced price by the publisher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remainder",1,2,1 ], "to sell (copies of a book) as a remainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remainderman",1,1,1 ], "the person entitled to receive a particular estate on its determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remains",1,1,1 ], "after use, consumption, the passage of time, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remains",1,1,1 ], "any pieces, scraps, fragments, etc|, that are left unused or still extant, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remains",1,1,2 ], "the body of a dead person; corpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remains",1,1,3 ], "the unpublished writings of an author at the time of his death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remake",1,1,1 ], "something that is made again, esp| a new version of an old film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remake",1,1,2 ], "the act of making again or anew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remake",1,2,1 ], "(ri$:!me$Ik), makes, making, made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remake",1,3,1 ], "to make again or anew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remand home",1,1,1 ], "(in England) an institution to which juvenile offenders are sent for detention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remand home",1,1,1 ], "while awaiting appearance before a court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,1,1 ], "(of a court or magistrate) to send (a prisoner or accused person) back into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,1,1 ], "custody or admit him to bail, esp| on adjourning a case for further inquiries to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,1,1 ], "made" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,1,2 ], "to send back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,2,1 ], "admitting him to bail) to await trial or continuation of his trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,2,1 ], "the sending of a prisoner or accused person back into custody (or sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,2,2 ], "the act of remanding or state of being remanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remand",1,2,3 ], "on remand| in custody or on bail awaiting trial or completion of one's trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remanence",1,1,1 ], "density of the material after the removal of the magnetizing field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remanence",1,1,1 ], "the ability of a material to retain magnetization, equal to the magnetic flux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remanent",1,1,1 ], "remaining or left over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remark",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remark",1,1,2 ], "reflect in informal speech or writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remark",1,1,2 ], "when tr|, may take a clause as object) to pass a casual comment (about);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remark",1,2,1 ], "to perceive; observe; notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remark",1,3,1 ], "a brief casually expressed thought or opinion; observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remark",1,3,2 ], "notice comment, or observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remark",1,3,3 ], "a variant of remarque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remarkable",1,1,1 ], "worthy of note or attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remarkable",1,1,2 ], "unusual, striking, or extraordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remarque",1,1,1 ], "a mark in the margin of an engraved plate to indicate the stage of production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remarque",1,1,1 ], "of the plate| It is removed before the plate is finished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remarque",1,1,2 ], "a plate so marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remarque",1,1,3 ], "a print or proof from a plate so marked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rematch",1,1,1 ], "a second or return match between contestants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rematch",1,2,1 ], "(ri$:!mt#s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rematch",1,3,1 ], "to match (two contestants) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remblai",1,1,1 ], "earth used for an embankment or rampart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remedial",1,1,1 ], "affording a remedy; curative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remedial",1,1,2 ], "backward and slow learners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remedial",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to special teaching, teaching methods, or material for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by for or against) any drug or agent that cures a disease or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,1,1 ], "controls its symptoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by for or against) anything that serves to put a fault to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,1,2 ], "rights, cure defects, improve conditions, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,1,3 ], "the legally permitted variation from the standard weight or quality of coins;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,1,3 ], "tolerance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,2,1 ], "to relieve or cure (a disease, illness, etc|) by or as if by a remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remedy",1,2,2 ], "to put to rights (a fault, error, etc|); correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,1,1 ], "consciousness; recall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,1,1 ], "to become aware of (something forgotten) again; bring back to one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,1,2 ], "to retain (an idea, intention, etc|) in one's conscious mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,2,1 ], "to give money, etc|, to (someone), as in a will or in tipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,3,1 ], "friendship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,3,1 ], "to mention (a person's name) to another person, as by way of greeting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,4,1 ], "to mention (a person) favourably, as in prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,5,1 ], "to commemorate (a person, event, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,5,2 ], "badly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remember",1,5,2 ], "remember oneself| to recover one's good manners after a lapse; stop behaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remembrance",1,1,1 ], "the act of remembering or state of being remembered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remembrance",1,1,2 ], "something that is remembered; reminiscence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remembrance",1,1,3 ], "a memento or keepsake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remembrance",1,1,4 ], "the extent in time of one's power of recollection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remembrance",1,1,4,1 ], "the act of honouring some past event, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remembrance",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remembrancer",1,1,1 ], "a reminder, memento, or keepsake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remex",1,1,1 ], "any of the large flight feathers of a bird's wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remind",1,1,1 ], "aware (of something he may have forgotten)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remind",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a person) to remember (something or to do something) make (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remindful",1,1,1 ], "serving to remind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remindful",1,2,1 ], "bearing in mind; mindful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminisce",1,1,1 ], "to talk or write about old times, past experiences, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscence",1,1,1 ], "the act of recalling or narrating past experiences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscence",1,1,2 ], "some past experience, event, etc|, that is recalled or narrated; anecdote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscence",1,1,3 ], "an event, phenomenon, or experience that reminds one of something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscence",1,1,4 ], "(in the philosophy of Plato) the doctrine that perception and recognition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscence",1,1,4 ], "particulars is possible because the mind has seen the universal forms of all things in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscence",1,1,4 ], "previous disembodied existence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscent",1,1,1 ], "stimulating memories (of) or comparisons (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscent",1,1,2 ], "characterized by reminiscence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reminiscent",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) given to reminiscing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remise",1,1,1 ], "to give up or relinquish (a right, claim, etc|); surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remise",1,1,2 ], "to make a renewed thrust on the same lunge after the first has missed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remise",1,2,1 ], "a second thrust made on the same lunge after the first has missed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remise",1,2,2 ], "a hired carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remise",1,2,3 ], "a coach-house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remiss",1,1,1 ], "lacking in care or attention to duty; negligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remiss",1,1,2 ], "lacking in energy; dilatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remissible",1,1,1 ], "able to be remitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remission",1,1,1 ], "the act of remitting or state of being remitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remission",1,1,2 ], "a reduction of the term of a sentence of imprisonment, as for good conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remission",1,1,3 ], "forgiveness for sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remission",1,1,4 ], "discharge or release from penalty, obligation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remission",1,1,5 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remission",1,1,5 ], "lessening of intensity; abatement, as in the severity of symptoms of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remission",1,1,6 ], "the act of sending a remittance; payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!m$It)|mits, mitting, mitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,2 ], "to send (money, payment, etc|), as for goods or service, esp| by post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of an appeal court) to send back (a case or proceeding) to an inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,3 ], "court for further consideration or action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,4 ], "to cancel or refrain from exacting (a penalty or punishment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,5 ], "to relax (pace, intensity, etc|) or (of pace or the like) to slacken or abate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,6 ], "to postpone; defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,1,7 ], "to pardon or forgive (crime, sins, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,2,1 ], "appeal court to an inferior tribunal|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,2,1 ], "the transfer of a case from one court or jurisdiction to another, esp| from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,2,2 ], "the act of remitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remit",1,2,3 ], "something remitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remital",1,1,1 ], "the act of remitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remittance man",1,1,1 ], "Empire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remittance man",1,1,1 ], "a man living abroad on money sent from home, esp| in the days of the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remittance",1,1,1 ], "payment for goods or services received or as an allowance, esp| when sent by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remittance",1,1,1 ], "post" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remittance",1,1,2 ], "the act of remitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remittee",1,1,1 ], "the recipient of a remittance; one to whom payment is sent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remittent",1,1,1 ], "(of a fever or the symptoms of a disease) characterized by periods of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remittent",1,1,1 ], "diminished severity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remitter",1,1,1 ], "a person who remits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remitter",1,1,2 ], "good title is adjudged to regain this when he again enters into possession of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remitter",1,1,2 ], "land" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "remitter",1,1,2 ], "the principle by which a person out of possession of land to which he had a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remnant",1,1,1 ], "a part left over after use, processing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remnant",1,1,2 ], "a surviving trace or vestige, as of a former era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remnant",1,1,3 ], "a piece of material from the end of a roll, sold at a lower price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remnant",1,2,1 ], "remaining; left over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remonetize",1,1,1 ], "to reinstate as legal tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remonstrance",1,1,1 ], "the act of remonstrating; protestation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remonstrance",1,1,2 ], "a protest or reproof, esp| a petition presented in protest against something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remonstrant",1,1,1 ], "a person who remonstrates, esp| one who signs a remonstrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remonstrant",1,2,1 ], "remonstrating or protesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remonstrate",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by with, against, etc|) to argue in protest or objection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remonstrate",1,1,2 ], "to show or point out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remontant",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of cultivated roses) flowering more than once in a single season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remontant",1,2,1 ], "a rose having such a growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remontoir",1,1,1 ], "any of various devices used in watches, clocks, etc|, to compensate for errors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remontoir",1,1,1 ], "arising from the changes in the force driving the escapement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remora",1,1,1 ], "any of the marine spiny-finned fishes constituting the family Echeneidae|They" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remora",1,1,1 ], "by a sucking disc on the top of the head" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "remora",1,1,1 ], "have a flattened elongated body and attach themselves to larger fish, rocks, etc|," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remorse",1,1,1 ], "a sense of deep regret and guilt for some misdeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remorse",1,1,2 ], "compunction; pity; compassion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remorseless",1,1,1 ], "without compunction, pity, or compassion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remorseless",1,1,2 ], "not abating in intensity; relentless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote control",1,1,1 ], "control of a system or activity by a person at a different place, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote control",1,1,1 ], "means of radio or ultrasonic signals or by electrical signals transmitted by wire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remote",1,1,1 ], "located far away; distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote",1,1,2 ], "far from any centre of population, society, or civilization; out-of-the-way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote",1,1,3 ], "distant in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote",1,1,4 ], "distantly related or connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote",1,1,5 ], "removed, as from the source or point of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote",1,1,6 ], "slight or faint (esp| in the phrases not the remotest idea, a remote chance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remote",1,1,7 ], "(of a person''s manner) aloof or abstracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remould",1,2,1 ], "to mould again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remould",1,3,1 ], "another name for retread (tyre)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remount",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!ma$unt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remount",1,1,2 ], "to get on (a horse, bicycle, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remount",1,2,1 ], "to mount (a picture, jewel, exhibit, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remount",1,3,1 ], "a fresh horse, esp| (formerly) to replace one killed or injured in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "removal",1,1,1 ], "the act of removing or state of being removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "removal",1,1,1,1 ], "a change of residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "removal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "removal",1,1,2 ], "dismissal from office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "removalist",1,1,1 ], "a person or company that transports household effects to a new home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,1,1 ], "to take away and place elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,1,2 ], "to displace (someone) from office; dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,1,3 ], "to do away with (a grievance, cause of anxiety, etc|); abolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,1,4 ], "to cause (dirt, stains, or anything unwanted) to disappear; get rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,1,5 ], "to assassinate; kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,2,1 ], "to change the location of one's home or place of business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,3,1 ], "the act of removing, esp| (formal) a removal of one's residence or place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,3,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,3,2 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,3,2 ], "the degree of difference separating one person, thing, or condition from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remove",1,3,3 ], "(in certain schools) a class or form, esp| one for children of about 14 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "removed",1,1,1 ], "separated by distance or abstract distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "removed",1,2,1 ], "separated by a degree of descent or kinship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remunerate",1,1,1 ], "to reward or pay for work, service, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remuneration",1,1,1 ], "the act of remunerating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "remuneration",1,1,2 ], "pay; recompense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renaissance" ,1, 1, 1],"a revival or rebirth, esp| of culture and learning",1). c_DEF([ "renal pelvis",1,1,1 ], "a small funnel-shaped cavity of the kidney into which urine is discharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renal pelvis",1,1,1 ], "before passing into the ureter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "renal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or situated near the kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renascence",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of renaissance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renascent",1,1,1 ], "becoming active or vigorous again; reviving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rend",1,1,1 ], "to tear with violent force or to be torn in this way; rip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rend",1,2,1 ], "grief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rend",1,2,1 ], "to tear or pull (one's clothes, etc|), esp| as a manifestation of rage or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rend",1,3,1 ], "(of a noise or cry) to disturb (the air, silence, etc|) with a shrill or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rend",1,3,1 ], "piercing tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rend",1,4,1 ], "to pain or distress (the heart, conscience, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,1 ], "to present or submit (accounts, etc|) for payment, approval, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,10 ], "(often foll| by back) to return (something); give back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,11 ], "to cover the surface of (brickwork, etc|) with a coat of plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,12 ], "(often foll| by down) to extract (fat) from (meat) by melting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,12,1 ], "to reeve (a line)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,12,2 ], "to slacken (a rope, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,13 ], "(of a feudal tenant) to make (payment) in money, goods, or services to one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,13 ], "overlord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,2 ], "to give or provide (aid, charity, a service, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,3 ], "to show (obedience), as due or expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,4 ], "to give or exchange, as by way of return or requital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,5 ], "to cause to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,6 ], "to deliver (a verdict or opinion) formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,7 ], "to portray or depict (something), as in painting, music, or acting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,8 ], "to translate (something) into another language or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,1,9 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to yield or give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,2,1 ], "a first thin coat of plaster applied to a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "render",1,2,2 ], "a payment in money, goods, or services made by a feudal tenant to his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendering",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of performing a play, piece of music, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendering",1,1,2 ], "a translation of a text from a foreign language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendering",1,1,3 ], "a coat of plaster or cement mortar applied to a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendering",1,1,4 ], "a perspective drawing showing an architect's idea of a finished building," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendering",1,1,4 ], "interior, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rendezvous",1,1,1 ], "a meeting or appointment to meet at a specified time and place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendezvous",1,1,2 ], "a place where people meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendezvous",1,2,1 ], "to meet or cause to meet at a specified time or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendition",1,1,1 ], "a performance of a musical composition, dramatic role, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendition",1,1,2 ], "a translation of a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendition",1,1,3 ], "the act of rendering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendition",1,1,4 ], "surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendzina",1,1,1 ], "a dark interzonal type of soil found in grassy or formerly grassy areas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rendzina",1,1,1 ], "moderate rainfall, esp| on chalklands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "renegade",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who deserts his cause or faith for another; apostate; traitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renegade",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renegade",1,1,2 ], "any outlaw or rebel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renegado",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for renegade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renege",1,1,1 ], "to go back (on one's promise, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renege",1,3,1 ], "other words for revoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,1 ], "to take up again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,2 ], "to begin (an activity) again; recommence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,3 ], "to restate or reaffirm (a promise, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,4 ], "period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,4 ], "to make (a lease, licence, or contract) valid or effective for a further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,5 ], "to extend the period of loan of (a library book)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,6 ], "to regain or recover (vigour, strength, activity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,7 ], "to restore to a new or fresh condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,8 ], "to replace (an old or worn-out part or piece)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renew",1,1,9 ], "to replenish (a supply, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renewal",1,1,1 ], "the act of renewing or state of being renewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renewal",1,1,2 ], "something that is renewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reni-",1,1,1 ], "kidney or kidneys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reniform",1,1,1 ], "having the shape or profile of a kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renin",1,1,1 ], "a proteolytic enzyme secreted by the kidneys, which plays an important part in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renin",1,1,1 ], "the maintenance of blood pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "renitent",1,1,1 ], "reluctant; recalcitrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renitent",1,1,2 ], "not flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rennet",1,1,1,1 ], "the membrane lining the fourth stomach (abomasum) of a young calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rennet",1,1,1,2 ], "the stomach of certain other young animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rennet",1,1,2 ], "a substance, containing the enzyme rennin, prepared esp| from the stomachs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rennet",1,1,2 ], "calves and used for curdling milk in making cheese and junket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rennin",1,1,1 ], "It coagulates milk by converting caseinogen to casein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rennin",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme that occurs in gastric juice and is an active constituent of rennet|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renounce",1,1,1 ], "to give up (a claim or right), esp| by formal announcement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renounce",1,2,1 ], "to repudiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renounce",1,3,1 ], "to give up (some habit, etc|) voluntarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renounce",1,4,1 ], "to fail to follow suit because one has no more cards of the suit led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renounce",1,5,1 ], "a failure to follow suit in a card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renovate",1,1,1 ], "to restore (something) to good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renovate",1,1,2 ], "to revive or refresh (one's spirits, health, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renown",1,1,1 ], "widespread reputation, esp| of a good kind; fame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rensselaerite",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellow compact variety of talc, used for ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,1,1 ], "a payment made periodically by a tenant to a landlord or owner for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,1,1 ], "occupation or use of land, buildings, or other property, such as a telephone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,1,1,1 ], "that portion of the national income accruing to owners of land and real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,1,1,2 ], "the return derived from the cultivation of land in excess of production costs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,1,2 ], "for rent| Chiefly U|S| available for use and occupation subject to the payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,1,2 ], "of rent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,2,1 ], "payments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,2,1 ], "to grant (a person) the right to use one's property in return for periodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,3,1 ], "to occupy or use (property) in return for periodic payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",1,4,1 ], "to be let or rented (for a specified rental)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",2,1,1 ], "a slit or opening made by tearing or rending; tear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",2,1,2 ], "a breach or division, as in relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent",2,2,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of rend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent-free",1,2,1 ], "without payment of rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent-roll",1,1,1 ], "a register of lands and buildings owned by a person, company, etc|, showing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rent-roll",1,1,1 ], "the rent due and total amount received from each tenant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rent-roll",1,1,2 ], "the total income arising from rented property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rental",1,1,1,1 ], "the amount paid by a tenant as rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rental",1,1,1,2 ], "an income derived from rents received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rental",1,1,2 ], "property available for renting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rental",1,1,3 ], "a less common name for rent-roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rental",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rente",1,1,1 ], "annual income from capital investment; annuity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rente",1,1,2 ], "government securities of certain countries, esp| France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rente",1,1,3 ], "the interest on such securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renter",1,1,1 ], "a person who lets his property in return for rent, esp| a landlord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renter",1,1,2 ], "a person who rents property from another; tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renter",1,1,3 ], "a distributor of films to cinemas for commercial showing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rentier",1,1,1,1 ], "a person whose income consists primarily of fixed unearned amounts, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rentier",1,1,1,1 ], "rent or bond interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rentier",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renunciation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of renouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renunciation",1,1,2 ], "a formal declaration renouncing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "renvoi",1,1,1 ], "than that in which it arose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "renvoi",1,1,1 ], "the referring of a dispute or other legal question to a jurisdiction other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep",1,1,1 ], "a silk, wool, rayon, or cotton fabric with a transversely corded surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep",2,1,1 ], "short for repertory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep",3,1,1 ], "short for representative ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep",4,1,1 ], "short for reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",1,1,1 ], "to restore (something damaged or broken) to good condition or working order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",1,1,2 ], "to heal (a breach or division) in (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",1,1,3 ], "to make good or make amends for (a mistake, injury, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",1,2,1 ], "the act, task, or process of repairing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",1,2,2 ], "a part that has been repaired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",1,2,3 ], "state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",2,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to) to go (to a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",2,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by to) to have recourse (to) for help, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",2,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",2,1,4 ], "to come back; return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",2,2,1 ], "the act of going or returning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repair",2,2,2 ], "a haunt or resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repairman",1,1,1 ], "a man whose job it is to repair machines, appliances, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repand",1,1,1 ], "having a wavy margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reparable",1,1,1 ], "able to be repaired, recovered, or remedied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reparation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making amends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reparation",1,1,2 ], "War I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reparation",1,1,2 ], "compensation exacted as an indemnity from a defeated nation by the victors:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reparation",1,1,2 ], "esp| the compensation demanded of Germany by the Treaty of Versailles after World" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reparation",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of repairing or state of having been repaired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repartee",1,1,1 ], "a sharp, witty, or aphoristic remark made as a reply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repartee",1,1,2 ], "terse rapid conversation consisting of such remarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repartee",1,1,3 ], "skill in making sharp witty replies or conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repartition",1,1,1 ], "distribution or allotment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repartition",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of distributing afresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repartition",1,2,1 ], "to divide up again; reapportion or reallocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repast",1,1,1 ], "a meal or the food provided at a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repast",1,1,1,1 ], "food in general; nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repast",1,1,1,2 ], "the act of taking food or refreshment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repast",1,2,1 ], "to feed (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repatriate",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!ptr$I~e$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repatriate",1,2,1 ], "citizenship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repatriate",1,2,1 ], "to send back (a refugee, prisoner of war, etc|) to the country of his birth or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repatriate",1,3,1 ], "(ri$:!ptr$I$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repatriate",1,3,2 ], "a person who has been repatriated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repay",1,1,1 ], "to pay back (money, etc|) to (a person); refund or reimburse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repay",1,1,2 ], "to make a return for (something) by way of compensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeal",1,1,1 ], "to annul or rescind officially (something previously ordered); revoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeal",1,1,2 ], "to call back (a person) from exile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeal",1,2,1 ], "an instance or the process of repealing; annulment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to say or write (something) again," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,1,1 ], "either once or several times; restate or reiterate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,1,2 ], "to do or experience (something) again once or several times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,2,1 ], "to occur more than once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,3,1 ], "to reproduce (the words, sounds, etc|) uttered by someone else; echo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,4,1 ], "to utter (a poem, speech, etc|) from memory; recite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,5,1,1 ], "(of food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,5,2 ], "regurgitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,5,2 ], "to be tasted again after ingestion as the result of belching or slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,5,2,2 ], "to belch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,6,1 ], "else)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,6,1 ], "to tell to another person (the words, esp| secrets, imparted to one by someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,7,1 ], "(of a clock) to strike the hour or quarter-hour just past, when a spring is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,7,1 ], "pressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,8,1 ], "to vote (illegally) more than once in a single election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,8,2 ], "repeat oneself| to say or do the same thing more than once, esp| so as to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,8,2 ], "tedious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of repeating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,2 ], "a word, action, etc|, that is repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,3 ], "an order made out for goods, provisions, etc|, that duplicates a previous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,3 ], "order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,4 ], "a duplicate copy of something; reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,5 ], "a second broadcast of a programme, film, etc|, which has already been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,5 ], "broadcast before" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeat",1,9,6 ], "a passage that is an exact restatement of the passage preceding it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeated",1,1,1 ], "done, made, or said again and again; continual or incessant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that repeats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,2 ], "a firearm capable of discharging several shots without reloading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,3 ], "a timepiece having a mechanism enabling it to strike the hour or quarter-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,3 ], "just past, when a spring is pressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,4 ], "a device that amplifies or augments incoming electrical signals and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,4 ], "retransmits them, thus reducing power loss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,5 ], "one of three signal flags hoisted with others to indicate that one of the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repeater",1,1,5 ], "three is to be repeated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repeating decimal",1,1,1 ], "another name for recurring decimal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repechage",1,1,1 ], "a heat of a competition, esp| in rowing or fencing, in which eliminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repechage",1,1,1 ], "contestants have another chance to qualify for the next round or the final" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to force or drive back (something or somebody, esp| an attacker)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,2 ], "disgusting (to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,2 ], "to produce a feeling of aversion or distaste in (someone or something); be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,3 ], "to push aside; dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,4 ], "to be effective in keeping away, controlling, or resisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,5 ], "to have no affinity for; fail to mix with or absorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,6 ], "to disdain to accept (something); turn away from or spurn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repel",1,1,7 ], "to exert an opposing force on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repellent" ,1, 1, 1],"giving rise to disgust or aversion; distasteful or repulsive",1). c_DEF([ "repellent" ,1, 1, 2],"driving or forcing away or back; repelling",1). c_DEF([ "repellent" ,1, 2, 1],"something, esp| a chemical substance, that repels",1). c_DEF([ "repellent" ,1, 2, 2],"a substance with which fabrics are treated to increase their resistance to",1). c_DEF([ "repellent" ,1, 2, 2],"water",2). c_DEF([ "repent",1,1,1 ], "to feel remorse (for); be contrite (about); show penitence (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repent",2,1,1 ], "lying or creeping along the ground; reptant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repentance",1,1,1 ], "remorse or contrition for one's past actions or sins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repentance",1,1,2 ], "an act or the process of being repentant; penitence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repentant",1,1,1 ], "reproaching oneself for one's past actions or sins; contrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repentant",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or proceeding from a sense of contrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repercussion",1,1,1 ], "a result or consequence, esp| one that is somewhat removed from the action or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repercussion",1,1,1 ], "event which precipitated it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repercussion",1,1,2 ], "recoil after impact; rebound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repercussion",1,1,3 ], "a reflection, esp| of sound; echo or reverberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repercussion",1,1,4 ], "the reappearance of a fugal subject and answer after an episode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repertoire",1,1,1 ], "actor, singer, dancer, etc|, has prepared and is competent to perform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repertoire",1,1,1 ], "all the plays, songs, operas, or other works collectively that a company," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repertoire",1,1,2 ], "the entire stock of things available in a field or of a kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repertory company",1,1,1 ], "a theatrical company that performs plays from a repertoire, esp| at its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repertory company",1,1,1 ], "theatre| U|S| name: stock company" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repertory",1,1,1 ], "the entire stock of things available in a field or of a kind; repertoire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repertory",1,1,2 ], "a building or place where a stock of things is kept; repository" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repertory",1,1,3 ], "short for repertory company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetend",1,1,1 ], "the digit or series of digits in a recurring decimal that repeats itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetend",1,1,2 ], "anything repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetiteur",1,1,1 ], "a member of an opera company who accompanies rehearsals on the piano and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetiteur",1,1,1 ], "coaches the singers|repetiteuse (repeti!tz)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repetition",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of repeating; reiteration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetition",1,1,2 ], "a thing, word, action, etc|, that is repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetition",1,1,3 ], "a replica or copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetition",1,1,4 ], "law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetition",1,1,5 ], "same bill has been paid twice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repetition",1,1,5 ], "the recovery or repayment of money paid or received by mistake, as when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetitious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by unnecessary repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repetitive",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or given to repetition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rephrase",1,1,1 ], "to phrase again, esp| so as to express more clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repine",1,1,1 ], "to be fretful or low-spirited through discontent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replace",1,1,1 ], "to take the place of; supersede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replace",1,1,2 ], "function); put in place of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "replace",1,1,2 ], "to substitute a person or thing for (another which has ceased to fulfil its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replace",1,1,3 ], "to put back or return; restore to its rightful place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replacement",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of replacing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replacement",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that replaces another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replacement",1,1,3 ], "gradual simultaneous deposition and removal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "replacement",1,1,3 ], "the growth of a mineral within another of different chemical composition by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replay",1,1,1 ], "a showing again of a sequence of action, esp| of part of a sporting contest in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replay",1,1,1 ], "slow motion immediately after it happens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "replay",1,1,2 ], "a rematch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replay",1,2,1 ], "(ri$:!ple$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replay",1,2,2 ], "to play again (a record, television sequence, sporting contest, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replenish",1,1,1 ], "lacking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "replenish",1,1,1 ], "to make full or complete again by supplying what has been used up or is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replenish",1,1,2 ], "to put fresh fuel on (a fire)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replete",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with) copiously supplied (with); abounding (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replete",1,1,2 ], "having one's appetite completely or excessively satisfied by food and drink;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replete",1,1,2 ], "stuffed; gorged; satiated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repletion",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being replete; fullness, esp| excessive fullness due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repletion",1,1,1 ], "to overeating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repletion",1,1,2 ], "the satisfaction of a need or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replevin",1,1,1 ], "adverse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "replevin",1,1,1 ], "the recovery of goods unlawfully taken, made subject to establishing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replevin",1,1,1 ], "validity of the recovery in a legal action and returning the goods if the decision is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "replevin",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a writ of replevin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replevin",1,2,1 ], "another word for replevy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replevy" ,1, 1, 1],"to recover possession of (goods) by replevin",1). c_DEF([ "replevy" ,1, 2, 2],"another word for replevin",1). c_DEF([ "replica",1,1,1 ], "an exact copy or reproduction, esp| on a smaller scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replicate",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to make or be a copy of; reproduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replicate",1,1,2 ], "to fold (something) over on itself; bend back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replicate",1,1,3 ], "to reply to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replicate",1,2,1 ], "folded back on itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replication",1,1,1 ], "a reply or response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replication",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the plaintiff's reply to a defendant's answer or plea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replication",1,1,3 ], "that occurs during growth of living tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "replication",1,1,3 ], "the production of exact copies of complex molecules, such as DNA molecules," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replication",1,1,4 ], "errors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "replication",1,1,4 ], "repetition of a procedure, such as a scientific experiment, in order to reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "replication",1,1,5 ], "a less common word for replica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reply" ,1, 1, 1],"(mainly intr|) to make answer (to) in words or writing or by an action;",1). c_DEF([ "reply" ,1, 1, 1],"respond",2). c_DEF([ "reply" ,1, 2, 1],"to say (something) in answer to",1). c_DEF([ "reply" ,1, 2, 2],"to answer a defendant's plea",1). c_DEF([ "reply" ,1, 2, 3],"to return (a sound); echo",1). c_DEF([ "reply" ,1, 3, 2],"an answer made in words or writing or through an action; response",1). c_DEF([ "reply" ,1, 3, 3],"the answer made by a plaintiff or petitioner to a defendant's case",1). c_DEF([ "repoint",1,1,1 ], "to repair the joints of (brickwork, masonry, etc|) with mortar or cement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repone",1,1,1 ], "to restore (someone) to his former status, office, etc|; rehabilitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report stage",1,1,1 ], "Parliament, at which the bill, as amended in committee, is reported back to the chamber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "report stage",1,1,1 ], "considering it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "report stage",1,1,1 ], "the stage preceding the third reading in the passage of a bill through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,1 ], "an account prepared for the benefit of others, esp| one that provides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,1 ], "information obtained through investigation and published in a newspaper or broadcast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,2 ], "a statement made widely known; rumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,3 ], "an account of the deliberations of a committee, body, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,4 ], "a statement on the progress, academic achievement, etc|, of each child in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,4 ], "school, written by teachers and sent to the parents or guardian annually or each term" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,5 ], "a written account of a case decided at law, giving the main points of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,5 ], "argument on each side, the court's findings, and the decision reached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,6 ], "comment on a person's character or actions; reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,1,7 ], "a sharp loud noise, esp| one made by a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,2,2 ], "when intr|, often foll| by on) to give an account (of); describe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,2,3 ], "to give an account of the results of an investigation (into)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,2,4 ], "(of a committee, legislative body, etc|) to make a formal report on (a bill)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,3,1 ], "to complain about (a person), esp| to a superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,4,1 ], "concerning his whereabouts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,4,1 ], "to reveal information about (a fugitive, escaped prisoner, etc|) esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,4,2 ], "purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,4,2 ], "to present (oneself) or be present at an appointed place or for a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,5,1 ], "to say or show that one is (in a certain state)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,6,1 ], "to act as a reporter for a newspaper or for radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,6,2 ], "as a record or for publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "report",1,6,2 ], "to take down in writing details of (the proceedings of a court of law, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reportage",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of reporting news or other events of general interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reportage",1,1,2 ], "a journalist's style of reporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reportage",1,1,3 ], "a technique of documentary film or photo journalism that tells a story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reportage",1,1,3 ], "entirely through pictures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reported speech",1,1,1 ], "another term for indirect speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reportedly",1,1,1 ], "according to rumour or report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reporter",1,1,1 ], "a person who reports, esp| one employed to gather news for a newspaper, news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reporter",1,1,1 ], "agency, or broadcasting organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reporter",1,1,2 ], "a person, esp| a barrister, authorized to write official accounts of judicial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reporter",1,1,2 ], "proceedings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reporter",1,1,3 ], "a person authorized to report the proceedings of a legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reportorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a newspaper reporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repose",1,1,1 ], "a state of quiet restfulness; peace or tranquillity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repose",1,1,2 ], "dignified calmness of manner; composure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repose",1,2,1 ], "down at rest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repose",1,2,1 ], "to place (oneself or one's body) in a state of quiet relaxation; lie or lay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repose",1,3,1 ], "to lie when dead, as in the grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repose",1,4,1 ], "to take support (from) or be based (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repose",2,1,1 ], "to put (trust or confidence) in a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repose",2,1,2 ], "to place or put (an object) somewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reposit",1,1,1 ], "to put away, deposit, or store up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reposition",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of depositing or storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reposition",1,1,2 ], "the return of a broken or displaced organ, or part to its normal site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reposition",1,1,3 ], "the reinstatement of a person in a post or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reposition",1,2,1 ], "to place in a new position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repository",1,1,1 ], "a place or container in which things can be stored for safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repository",1,1,2 ], "a place where things are kept for exhibition; museum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repository",1,1,3 ], "a place where commodities are kept before being sold; warehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repository",1,1,4 ], "a place of burial; sepulchre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repository",1,1,5 ], "a receptacle containing the relics of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repository",1,1,6 ], "a person to whom a secret is entrusted; confidant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repossess",1,1,1 ], "a hire-purchase agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repossess",1,1,1 ], "to take back possession of (property), esp| for nonpayment of money due under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repossess",1,1,2 ], "to restore ownership of (something) to someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repot",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to put (a house plant) into a new usually larger pot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repouss",1,1,1 ], "raised in relief, as a design on a thin piece of metal hammered through from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repouss",1,1,1 ], "the underside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repouss",1,1,2 ], "decorated with such designs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repouss",1,2,1 ], "a design or surface made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repouss",1,2,2 ], "the technique of hammering designs in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repp",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rep ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprehend",1,1,1 ], "to find fault with criticize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprehensible",1,1,1 ], "open to criticism or rebuke; blameworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprehension",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of reprehending; reproof or rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,1 ], "to stand as an equivalent of; correspond to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,10 ], "to act out the part of on stage; portray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,11 ], "to perform or produce (a play); stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,2 ], "to act as a substitute or proxy (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,3 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,3 ], "to act as or be the authorized delegate or agent for (a person, country," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,4 ], "to serve or use as a means of expressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,5 ], "to exhibit the characteristics of; exemplify; typify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,6 ], "to present an image of through the medium of a picture or sculpture; portray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,7 ], "to bring clearly before the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,8 ], "to set forth in words; state or explain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "represent",1,1,9 ], "to describe as having a specified character or quality; make out to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of representing or the state of being represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,10 ], "an analysis of a word, sentence, etc|, into its constituents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,2 ], "anything that represents, such as a verbal or pictorial portrait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,3 ], "anything that is represented, such as an image brought clearly to mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,4 ], "the principle by which delegates act for a constituency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,5 ], "a body of representatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,6 ], "an assertion of fact made by one party to induce another to enter into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,6 ], "contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,7 ], "an instance of acting for another, on his authority, in a particular capacity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,7 ], "such as executor or administrator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,8 ], "a dramatic production or performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,9 ], "a statement of facts, true or alleged, esp| one set forth by way of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representation",1,1,9 ], "remonstrance or expostulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representational",1,1,1 ], "depicting or attempting to depict objects, scenes, figures, etc|, directly as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representational",1,1,1 ], "seen; naturalistic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representational",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representationalism",1,1,1 ], "are either true copies of them or representations modified by the nature of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representationalism",1,1,1 ], "mind" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "representationalism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that objects are not identical with our perceptions of them but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representationalism",1,1,2 ], "etc|, directly as seen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representationalism",1,1,2 ], "the practice or advocacy of attempting to depict objects, scenes, figures," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that represents another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,1,2 ], "a person who represents and tries to sell the products or services of a firm," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,1,2 ], "esp| a travelling salesman| Often shortened to rep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,1,3 ], "a typical example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,1,4 ], "Congress)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,1,4 ], "a person representing a constituency in a deliberative, legislative, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,1,4 ], "executive body, esp| (cap|) a member of the House of Representatives (the lower house of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,1 ], "serving to represent; symbolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,2 ], "exemplifying a class or kind; typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,3 ], "acting as deputy or proxy for another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,4 ], "acting for or representing a constituency or the whole people in the process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,4 ], "of government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,5 ], "of the people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,5 ], "of, characterized by, or relating to the political principle of representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "representative",1,2,6 ], "of or relating to a mental picture or representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repress",1,1,1 ], "to keep (feelings, etc|) under control; suppress or restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repress",1,1,2 ], "to put into a state of subjugation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repress",1,1,3 ], "conduct) from one's conscious mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repress",1,1,3 ], "to banish (thoughts and impulses that conflict with conventional standards of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,1,1 ], "death)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,1,1 ], "to postpone or remit the punishment of (a person, esp| one condemned to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,1,2 ], "irrevocable harm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,1,2 ], "to give temporary relief to (a person or thing), esp| from otherwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,2,1 ], "a postponement or remission of punishment, esp| of a person condemned to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,2,1 ], "death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,2,2 ], "a warrant granting a postponement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,2,3 ], "a temporary relief from pain or harm; respite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprieve",1,2,4 ], "the act of reprieving or the state of being reprieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprimand",1,1,1 ], "a reproof or formal admonition; rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprimand",1,2,1 ], "to admonish or rebuke, esp| formally; reprove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprint",1,1,1 ], "a reproduction in print of any matter already published; offprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprint",1,1,2 ], "a reissue of a printed work using the same type, plates, etc|, as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprint",1,1,2 ], "original" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reprint",1,2,1 ], "(ri$:!pr$Int)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprint",1,3,1 ], "to print again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprisal",1,1,1 ], "prisoners of war, destruction of property, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reprisal",1,1,1 ], "retaliatory action against an enemy in wartime, such as the execution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprisal",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of retaliation in any form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprisal",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) the forcible seizure of the property or subjects of one nation by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprisal",1,1,3 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reprise",1,1,1 ], "the repeating of an earlier theme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprise",1,2,1 ], "to repeat (an earlier theme)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repro",1,1,1 ], "short for reproduction ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repro",1,1,2 ], "short for reproduction proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproach",1,1,1 ], "to impute blame to (a person) for an action or fault; rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproach",1,1,2 ], "to bring disgrace or shame upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproach",1,2,1 ], "the act of reproaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproach",1,2,2 ], "rebuke or censure; reproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproach",1,2,3 ], "disgrace or shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproach",1,2,4 ], "something that causes or merits blame, rebuke, or disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproach",1,2,5 ], "above or beyond reproach, perfect; beyond criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproachful",1,1,1 ], "full of or expressing reproach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproachful",1,1,2 ], "deserving of reproach; disgraceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobate",1,1,1 ], "morally unprincipled; depraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobate",1,1,2 ], "destined or condemned to eternal punishment in hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobate",1,2,1 ], "an unprincipled, depraved, or damned person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobate",1,2,2 ], "a disreputable or roguish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobate",1,3,1 ], "to disapprove of; condemn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobate",1,3,2 ], "(of God) to destine, consign, or condemn to eternal punishment in hell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobation",1,1,1 ], "disapproval, blame, or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprobation",1,1,2 ], "condemnation to eternal punishment in hell; rejection by God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,1,1 ], "to make a copy, representation, or imitation of; duplicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,1,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process of reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,1,3 ], "to produce or exhibit again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,1,4 ], "to bring back into existence again; re-create" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,1,5 ], "imagination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,1,5 ], "to bring before the mind again (a scene, event, etc|) through memory or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,2,1 ], "to come out (well, badly, etc|), when copied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,2,2 ], "regenerate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reproduce",1,2,2 ], "to replace (damaged parts or organs) by a process of natural growth;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction proof",1,1,1 ], "a proof of very good quality used for photographic reproduction to make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction proof",1,1,1 ], "printing plate| Sometimes shortened to repro or repro proof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,1 ], "any of various processes, either sexual or asexual, by which an animal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,1 ], "plant produces one or more individuals similar to itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,1,1 ], "an imitation or facsimile of a work of art, esp| of a picture made by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,1,1 ], "photoengraving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of reproducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,3 ], "the state of being reproduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproduction",1,1,4 ], "a revival of an earlier production, as of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproductive",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, characteristic of, or taking part in reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprography",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of copying, reprinting, or reproducing printed material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reproof",1,1,1 ], "an act or expression of rebuke or censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reprove",1,1,1 ], "to speak disapprovingly to (a person); rebuke or scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repr| ",1,1,1 ], "represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repr| ",1,1,2 ], "representing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repr| ",1,1,3 ], "reprint(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptant",1,1,1 ], "creeping, crawling, or lying along the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,1,1 ], "amniotic eggs| The class today includes the tortoises, turtles, snakes, lizards, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,1,1 ], "any of the cold-blooded vertebrates constituting the class Reptilia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,1,1 ], "characterized by lungs, an outer covering of horny scales or plates, and young produced in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,1,1 ], "crocodiles; in Mesozoic times it was the dominant group, containing the dinosaurs and" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,1,1 ], "related forms" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,1,2 ], "a grovelling insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,2,1 ], "creeping, crawling, or squirming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptile",1,2,2 ], "grovelling or insignificant; mean; contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptilian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or characteristic of reptiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptilian",1,1,2 ], "mean or treacherous; contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reptilian",1,2,1 ], "a less common name for reptile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rept|",1,1,1 ], "receipt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rept|",1,1,2 ], "report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republic",1,1,1 ], "a form of government in which the people or their elected representatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republic",1,1,1 ], "possess the supreme power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "republic",1,1,2 ], "a political or national unit possessing such a form of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republic",1,1,3 ], "a constitutional form in which the head of state is an elected or nominated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republic",1,1,3 ], "president" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "republic",1,1,4 ], "any community or group that resembles a political republic in that its members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republic",1,1,4 ], "or elements exhibit a general equality, shared interests, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "republican",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or relating to a republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republican",1,1,2 ], "supporting or advocating a republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republican",1,2,1 ], "a supporter or advocate of a republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republicanism",1,1,1 ], "the principles or theory of republican government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republicanism",1,1,2 ], "support for a republic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republicanism",1,1,3 ], "support for a Republican Party or for the Irish Republican Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "republicanize",1,1,1 ], "to make republican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repudiate",1,1,1 ], "to reject the authority or validity of; refuse to accept or ratify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repudiate",1,1,2 ], "to refuse to acknowledge or pay (a debt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repudiate",1,1,3 ], "to cast off or disown (a son, lover, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repugn",1,1,1 ], "to oppose or conflict (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repugnant",1,1,1 ], "repellent to the senses; causing aversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repugnant",1,1,2 ], "distasteful; offensive; disgusting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repugnant",1,1,3 ], "contradictory; inconsistent or incompatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repulse" ,1, 1, 1],"to drive back or ward off (an attacking force); repel; rebuff",1). c_DEF([ "repulse" ,1, 1, 2],"to reject with coldness or discourtesy",1). c_DEF([ "repulse" ,1, 2, 1],"the act or an instance of driving back or warding off; rebuff",1). c_DEF([ "repulse" ,1, 2, 2],"a cold discourteous rejection or refusal",1). c_DEF([ "repulsion",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of disgust or aversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repulsion",1,1,2 ], "a force tending to separate two objects, such as the force between two like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repulsion",1,1,2 ], "electric charges or magnetic poles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "repulsive",1,1,1 ], "causing or occasioning repugnance; loathesome; disgusting or distasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repulsive",1,1,2 ], "tending to repel, esp| by coldness and discourtesy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repulsive",1,1,3 ], "concerned with, producing, or being a repulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputable",1,1,1 ], "having a good reputation; honoured, trustworthy, or respectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputable",1,1,2 ], "(of words) acceptable as good usage; standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputation",1,1,1 ], "the estimation in which a person or thing is generally held; opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputation",1,1,2 ], "a high opinion generally held about a person or thing; esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputation",1,1,3 ], "notoriety or fame, esp| for some specified characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputation",1,1,4 ], "drinking, or the like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reputation",1,1,4 ], "have a reputation| to be known or notorious, esp| for promiscuity, excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repute",1,1,1 ], "to consider (a person or thing) to be as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "repute",1,2,1 ], "public estimation; reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputed",1,1,1 ], "generally reckoned or considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputed",1,1,2 ], "supposed or alleged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reputed",1,1,3 ], "m?-re!putedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep|",1,1,1 ], "report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep|",1,1,2 ], "reported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep|",1,1,3 ], "reporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep|",1,1,4 ], "representative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rep|",1,1,5 ], "reprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request stop",1,1,1 ], "U|S| equivalent: flag stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "request stop",1,1,1 ], "a point on a route at which a bus, etc|, will stop only if signalled to do so|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,1,1 ], "to express a desire for, esp| politely; ask for or demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,1,1 ], "etc|; petition or solicitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of requesting, esp| in the form of a written statement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,2 ], "(someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,2 ], "at the request of| in accordance with the specific demand or wish of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,3 ], "by request| in accordance with someone's desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,4 ], "in request| in demand; popular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "request",1,2,5 ], "on request| on the occasion of a demand or request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requiem shark",1,1,1 ], "any shark of Carcharhinidae, occurring mostly in tropical seas and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requiem shark",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a nictitating membrane and a heterocercal tail| The family includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "requiem shark",1,1,1 ], "tiger shark and the soupfin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "requiescat",1,1,1 ], "a prayer for the repose of the souls of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "require",1,1,1 ], "to have need of; depend upon; want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "require",1,1,2 ], "to impose as a necessity; make necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "require",1,1,3 ], "to make formal request (for); insist upon or demand, esp| as an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "require",1,1,4 ], "to call upon or oblige (a person) authoritatively; order or command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requirement",1,1,1 ], "something demanded or imposed as an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requirement",1,1,2 ], "a thing desired or needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requirement",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of requiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisite",1,1,1 ], "absolutely essential; indispensable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisite",1,2,1 ], "something indispensable; necessity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,1,1 ], "a request or demand, esp| an authoritative or formal one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,1,2 ], "an official form on which such a demand is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,1,3 ], "in time of emergency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,1,3 ], "the act of taking something over, esp| temporarily for military or public use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,1,4 ], "a necessary or essential condition; requisite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,1,5 ], "a formal request by one government to another for the surrender of a fugitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,1,5 ], "from justice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,2,1 ], "to demand and take for use or service, esp| by military or public authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requisition",1,2,2 ], "to require (someone) formally to do (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requital",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of requiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requital",1,1,2 ], "a return or compensation for a good or bad action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "requite",1,1,1 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "requite",1,1,1 ], "to make return to (a person for a kindness or injury) repay with a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "req|",1,1,1 ], "request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "req|",1,1,2 ], "required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "req|",1,1,3 ], "requisition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reradiation",1,1,1 ], "radiation resulting from the previous absorption of primary radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reredos",1,1,1 ], "a screen or wall decoration at the back of an altar, in the form of a hanging," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reredos",1,1,1 ], "tapestry, painting, or piece of metalwork or sculpture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reredos",1,1,2 ], "another word for fireback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reremouse",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for bat (the animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rerun",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!r'n), runs, running, ran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rerun",1,2,1 ], "to broadcast or put on (a film, play, series, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rerun",1,2,2 ], "to run (a race, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rerun",1,3,1 ], "a film, play, series, etc|, that is broadcast or put on again; repeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rerun",1,3,2 ], "a race that is run again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res adjudicata",1,1,1 ], "another term for res judicata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res gestae",1,1,1 ], "things done or accomplished; achievements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res gestae",1,1,2 ], "incidental facts and circumstances that are admissible in evidence because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res gestae",1,1,2 ], "they introduce or explain the matter in issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "res ipsa loquitur",1,1,1 ], "the thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res judicata",1,1,1 ], "a matter already adjudicated upon that cannot be raised again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res publica",1,1,1 ], "the state, republic, or commonwealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res",1,1,1 ], "a thing, matter, or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resale price maintenance",1,1,1 ], "fair trade" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resale price maintenance",1,1,1 ], "the practice by which a manufacturer establishes a fixed or minimum price for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resale price maintenance",1,1,1 ], "the resale of a brand product by retailers or other distributors| U|S| equivalent:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resale",1,1,1 ], "the selling again of something purchased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescind",1,1,1 ], "to annul or repeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescissible",1,1,1 ], "able to be rescinded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescission",1,1,1 ], "the act of rescinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescissory",1,1,1 ], "having the power to rescind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescript",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) an ordinance taking the form of a reply by the emperor to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescript",1,1,1 ], "question on a point of law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rescript",1,1,2 ], "any official announcement or edict; a decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescript",1,1,3 ], "something rewritten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescript",1,1,4 ], "the act or process of rewriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bring (someone or something) out of danger, attack, harm, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,1,1 ], "deliver or save" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,1,2 ], "to free (a person) from legal custody by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,1,3 ], "to seize (goods or property) by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,2,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of rescuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,2,2 ], "the forcible removal of a person from legal custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rescue",1,2,3 ], "the forcible seizure of goods or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "research",1,1,1 ], "information on a subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "research",1,1,1 ], "systematic investigation to establish facts or principles or to collect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "research",1,2,1 ], "to carry out investigations into (a subject, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseat",1,1,1 ], "to show (a person) to a new seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseat",1,1,2 ], "to put a new seat on (a chair, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseat",1,1,3 ], "to provide new seats for (a hall, theatre, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseat",1,1,4 ], "to re-form the seating of (a valve)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseau",1,1,1 ], "a mesh background to a lace or other pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseau",1,1,2 ], "a network of fine lines cut into a glass plate used as a reference grid on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseau",1,1,2 ], "star photographs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reseau",1,1,3 ], "a screen covered in a regular pattern of minute coloured dots or lines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseau",1,1,3 ], "formerly used in colour photography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resect",1,1,1 ], "to cut out part of a bone, organ, or other structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resection",1,1,1 ], "excision of part of a bone, organ, or other part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resection",1,1,2 ], "a method of fixing the position of a point by making angular observations to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resection",1,1,2 ], "three fixed points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reseda",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Reseda, of the Mediterranean region, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reseda",1,1,1 ], "mignonette and dyer's rocket, which has small spikes of grey-green flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reseda",1,2,1 ], "of a greyish-green colour; mignonette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resemblance",1,1,1 ], "appearance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resemblance",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of resembling; likeness or similarity in nature," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resemblance",1,1,2 ], "the degree or extent to which or the respect in which a likeness exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resemblance",1,1,3 ], "something resembling something else; semblance; likeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resemble",1,1,1 ], "to possess some similarity to; be like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resent",1,1,1 ], "to feel bitter, indignant, or aggrieved at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resentful",1,1,1 ], "feeling or characterized by resentment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resentment",1,1,1 ], "anger, bitterness, or ill will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserpine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C33H40N2O9; melting pt|: 264-5 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reserpine",1,1,1 ], "an insoluble alkaloid, extracted from the roots of the plant Rauwolfia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserpine",1,1,1 ], "serpentina, used medicinally to lower blood pressure and as a sedative and tranquillizer|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of reserving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,2 ], "something reserved, esp| hotel accommodation, a seat on an aeroplane, in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,2 ], "theatre, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,3 ], "a stated or unstated qualification of opinion that prevents one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,3 ], "wholehearted acceptance of a proposal, claim, statement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,4 ], "an area of land set aside, esp| (in the U|S|) for American Indian peoples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,5 ], "the strip of land between the two carriageways of a dual carriageway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of keeping back, esp| for oneself; withholding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,7 ], "a right or interest retained by the grantor in property granted, conveyed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservation",1,1,7 ], "leased, etc|, to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserve bank",1,1,1 ], "one of the twelve banks forming part of the U|S| Federal Reserve System" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve currency",1,1,1 ], "foreign currency that is acceptable as a medium of international payments and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve currency",1,1,1 ], "that is therefore held in reserve by many countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserve price",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: upset price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserve price",1,1,1 ], "the minimum price acceptable to the owner of property being auctioned| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,1,1 ], "to keep back or set aside, esp| for future use or contingency; withhold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,1,2 ], "to keep for oneself; retain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,1,3 ], "to obtain or secure by advance arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,1,4 ], "consideration of the issues involved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,1,4 ], "to delay delivery of (a judgment), esp| in order to allow time for full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,1,1 ], "something kept back or set aside, esp| for future use or contingency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,2 ], "the state or condition of being reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,3 ], "a tract of land set aside for wild animals, flowers, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,4 ], "a public park" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,5 ], "the act of reserving; reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6 ], "a member of a team who only plays if a playing member drops out; a substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,1 ], "a part of an army or formation not committed to immediate action in a military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,1 ], "a portion of capital not invested (a capital reserve) or a portion of profits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,1 ], "engagement| that part of a nation's armed services not in active service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,1 ], "held to meet legal requirements, future liabilities, or contingencies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,1 ], "not distributed (a revenue or general reserve) by a bank or business enterprise and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,2 ], "coolness or formality of manner; restraint, silence, or reticence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,2 ], "liabilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,6,2 ], "liquid assets held by an organization, government, etc|, to meet expenses and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserve",1,2,7 ], "without reserve| without reservations; fully; wholeheartedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserved list",1,1,1 ], "a list of retired naval, army, or air-force officers available for recall to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserved list",1,1,1 ], "active service in an emergency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserved occupation",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an occupation from which one will not be called up for military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserved occupation",1,1,1 ], "service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reserved",1,1,1 ], "set aside for use by a particular person or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserved",1,1,2 ], "cool or formal in manner; restrained, silent, or reticent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reserved",1,1,3 ], "destined; fated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservist",1,1,1 ], "one who serves in the reserve formations of a nation's armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,1 ], "a natural or artificial lake or large tank used for collecting and storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,1 ], "water, esp| for community water supplies or irrigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,2 ], "a receptacle for storing gas, esp| one attached to a stove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,3 ], "a vacuole or cavity in an organism, containing a secretion or some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,3 ], "fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,4 ], "another name for cisterna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,5 ], "a place where a great stock of anything is accumulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reservoir",1,1,6 ], "a large supply of something; reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reset",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!s$et), sets, setting, set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reset",1,2,1 ], "to set again (a broken bone, matter in type, a gemstone, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reset",1,2,2 ], "to restore (a gauge, dial, etc|) to zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reset",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of setting again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reset",1,3,2 ], "a thing that is set again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reset",1,3,3 ], "a plant that has been recently transplanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reset",1,3,4 ], "a device for resetting instruments, controls, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resh",1,1,1 ], "the 20th letter in the Hebrew alphabet (), transliterated as r" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reshape",1,1,1 ], "to shape again or differently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reshuffle",1,1,1 ], "an act of shuffling again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reshuffle",1,1,2 ], "a reorganization, esp| of jobs within a government or cabinet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reshuffle",1,2,1 ], "to carry out a reshuffle (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reside",1,1,1 ], "(in)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reside",1,1,1 ], "to live permanently or for a considerable time (in a place); have one's home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reside",1,1,2 ], "(of things, qualities, etc|) to be inherently present (in); be vested (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residence",1,1,1 ], "the place in which one resides; abode or home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residence",1,1,2 ], "a large imposing house; mansion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residence",1,1,3 ], "the fact of residing in a place or a period of residing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residence",1,1,4 ], "the official house of the governor of any of various countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residence",1,1,5 ], "the state of being officially present (esp| in the phrase in residence)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residence",1,1,6 ], "the seat of some inherent quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residency",1,1,1 ], "a variant of residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residency",1,1,2 ], "clinical training, usually in one medical speciality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "residency",1,1,2 ], "the period, following internship, during which a physician undergoes further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residency",1,1,3 ], "(in India, formerly) the official house of the governor general at the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residency",1,1,3 ], "of a native prince" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resident commissioner",1,1,1 ], "speak but has no vote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resident commissioner",1,1,1 ], "the representative of Puerto Rico in the U|S| House of Representatives| He may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,1 ], "a person who resides in a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,2 ], "(esp| formerly) a representative of the British government in a British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,2 ], "protectorate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the 17th century) a diplomatic representative ranking below an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,3 ], "ambassador" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,4 ], "(in India, formerly) a representative of the British governor general at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,4 ], "court of a native prince" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,5 ], "a bird or other animal that does not migrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,6 ], "a physician who lives in the hospital where he works while undergoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,1,6 ], "specialist training after completing his internship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,2,1 ], "living in a place; residing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,2,2 ], "living or staying at a place in order to discharge a duty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,2,3 ], "(of qualities, characteristics, etc|) existing or inherent (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resident",1,2,4 ], "(of birds and other animals) not in the habit of migrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residential",1,1,1 ], "suitable for or allocated for residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residential",1,1,2 ], "relating to or having residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residentiary" ,1, 1, 1],"residing in a place, esp| officially; resident",1). c_DEF([ "residentiary" ,1, 1, 2],"subject to an obligation to reside in an official residence",1). c_DEF([ "residentiary" ,1, 2, 2],"a clergyman obliged to reside in the place of his official appointment",1). c_DEF([ "residual",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating a residue or remainder; remaining; left over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,1,2 ], "(of deposits, soils, etc|) formed by the weathering of pre-existing rocks and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,1,2 ], "the removal of disintegrated material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the payment of residuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,2,1 ], "something left over as a residue; remainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,2,1,1 ], "observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,2,1,1 ], "the difference between the mean of a set of observations and one particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,2,1,2 ], "the difference between the numerical value of one particular observation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,2,1,2 ], "the theoretical result" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,2,2 ], "for subsequent use of film in which the actor or actress appears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "residual",1,2,2 ], "payment made by the sponsor of a television programme to an actor or actress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residuary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or constituting a residue; residual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residuary",1,1,2 ], "entitled to the residue of an estate after payment of debts and distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residuary",1,1,2 ], "of specific gifts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "residue",1,1,1 ], "matter remaining after something has been removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residue",1,1,2 ], "specific gifts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "residue",1,1,2 ], "what is left of an estate after the discharge of debts and distribution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "residuum",1,1,1 ], "a more formal word for residue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resign",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by from) to give up tenure of (a job, office, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resign",1,2,1 ], "to reconcile (oneself) to; yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resign",1,3,1 ], "to give up (a right, claim, etc|); relinquish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resignation",1,1,1 ], "the act of resigning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resignation",1,1,2 ], "a formal document stating one's intention to resign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resignation",1,1,3 ], "a submissive unresisting attitude; passive acquiescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resigned",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or proceeding from an attitude of resignation; acquiescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resigned",1,1,1 ], "or submissive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resile",1,1,1 ], "to spring or shrink back recoil or resume original shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resilient",1,1,1 ], "(of an object or material) capable of regaining its original shape or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resilient",1,1,1 ], "after bending, stretching, compression, or other deformation; elastic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resilient",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) recovering easily and quickly from shock, illness, hardship," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resilient",1,1,2 ], "etc|; irrepressible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of solid or semisolid amorphous compounds that are obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resin",1,1,1 ], "directly from certain plants as exudations| They are used in medicine and in varnishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resin",1,1,2 ], "any of a large number of synthetic, usually organic, materials that have a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resin",1,1,2 ], "polymeric structure, esp| such a substance in a raw state before it is moulded or treated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resin",1,1,2 ], "with plasticizer, stabilizer, filler, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resin",1,2,1 ], "to treat or coat with resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resinate",1,1,1 ], "to impregnate with resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resiniferous",1,1,1 ], "yielding or producing resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resinoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling, characteristic of, or containing resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resinoid",1,2,1 ], "any resinoid substance, esp| a synthetic compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resipiscence",1,1,1 ], "acknowledgement that one has been mistaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resist",1,1,1 ], "to stand firm (against); not yield (to); fight (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resist",1,2,1 ], "to withstand the deleterious action of; be proof against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resist",1,3,1 ], "to oppose; refuse to accept or comply with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resist",1,4,1 ], "could not resist )" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resist",1,4,1 ], "to refrain from, esp| in spite of temptation (esp| in the phrases cannot or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resist",1,5,1 ], "a substance used to protect something, esp| a coating that prevents corrosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance thermometer",1,1,1 ], "an accurate type of thermometer in which temperature is calculated from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance thermometer",1,1,1 ], "point at which the temperature is to be measured" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resistance thermometer",1,1,1 ], "resistance of a coil of wire (usually of platinum) or of a semiconductor placed at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistance welding",1,1,1 ], "a welding technique in which the parts to be joined are held together under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance welding",1,1,1 ], "between the two surfaces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resistance welding",1,1,1 ], "pressure and heat is produced by passing a current through the contact resistance formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of resisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,2 ], "the capacity to withstand something, esp| the body's natural capacity to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,2 ], "withstand disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,2,1 ], "measured in ohms| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,2,1 ], "medium, or substance| It is the magnitude of the real part of the impedance and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,2,1 ], "the opposition to a flow of electric current through a circuit component," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,3 ], "any force that tends to retard or oppose motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,4 ], "(in psychoanalytical theory) the tendency of a person to prevent the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,4 ], "translation of repressed thoughts and ideas from the unconscious to the conscious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,5 ], "the magnitude of the real part of the acoustic or mechanical impedance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,6 ], "honourable, course of action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistance",1,1,6 ], "line of least resistance| the easiest, but not necessarily the best or most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistant",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or showing resistance; resisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistant",1,1,1,1 ], "impervious to the action of corrosive substances, heat, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistant",1,1,1,2 ], "a heat-resistant surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistant",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that resists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistivity",1,1,1 ], "conductivity| It is measured in ohm meters| Symbol: p Former name: specific resistance" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "resistivity",1,1,1 ], "resistance, A the cross-sectional area, and l the length, and is the reciprocal of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resistivity",1,1,1 ], "the electrical resistance that a unit volume of a particular material offers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistivity",1,1,1 ], "to the flow of current at 0 degrees C| It is equal to RA/l, where R is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistivity",1,1,2 ], "the power or capacity to resist; resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistless",1,1,1 ], "unresisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistless",1,1,2 ], "irresistible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resistor",1,1,1 ], "a circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resistor",1,1,1 ], "an electrical component designed to introduce a known value of resistance into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to sit (an examination) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resnatron",1,1,1 ], "a tetrode used to generate high power at high frequencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resoluble",1,1,1 ], "able to be resolved or analysed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolute",1,1,1 ], "firm in purpose or belief; steadfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolute",1,1,2 ], "characterized by resolution; determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of resolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,2 ], "the condition or quality of being resolute; firmness or determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,3 ], "something resolved or determined; decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,4 ], "a formal expression of opinion by a meeting, esp| one agreed by a vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,5 ], "a judicial decision on some matter; verdict; judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,6 ], "elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of separating something into its constituent parts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,6,1 ], "return from a pathological to a normal condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,6,2 ], "inflammation without the formation of pus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,6,2 ], "subsidence of the symptoms of a disease, esp| the disappearance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,7 ], "consonant one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,7 ], "the process in harmony whereby a dissonant note or chord is followed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolution",1,1,8 ], "another word for resolving power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolutive",1,1,1 ], "capable of dissolving; causing disintegration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,1 ], "to decide or determine firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,10 ], "followed by one producing a consonance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,10 ], "to follow (a dissonant note or chord) or (of a dissonant note or chord) to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,11 ], "to separate (a racemic mixture) into its optically active constituents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,11,1 ], "telescope, or other optical instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,11,1 ], "to distinguish between (separate parts) of (an image) as in a microscope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,11,2 ], "to separate (two adjacent peaks) in a spectrum by means of a spectrometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,12 ], "to split (a vector) into its components in specified directions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,13 ], "an obsolete word for dissolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,2 ], "to express (an opinion) formally, esp| (of a public meeting) one agreed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,2 ], "vote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,3 ], "to separate or cause to separate (into)(constituent parts or elements)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,4 ], "to change, alter, or appear to change or alter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,5 ], "to make up the mind of; cause to decide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,6 ], "to find the answer or solution to; solve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,7 ], "to explain away or dispel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,8 ], "to bring to an end; conclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,9 ], "of pus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,1,9 ], "to cause (a swelling or inflammation) to subside, esp| without the formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,2,1 ], "something determined or decided; resolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolve",1,2,2 ], "firmness of purpose; determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolved",1,1,1 ], "fixed in purpose or intention; determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolvent",1,1,1 ], "serving to dissolve or separate something into its elements; resolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolvent",1,2,1 ], "something that resolves; solvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolvent",1,2,2 ], "a drug or agent able to reduce swelling or inflammation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolving power",1,1,1,1 ], "separate images of closely placed objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resolving power",1,1,1,1 ], "the ability of a microscope, telescope, or other optical instrument to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolving power",1,1,1,2 ], "the ability of a spectrometer to separate two adjacent peaks in a spectrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resolving power",1,1,2 ], "the ability of an emulsion to show up fine detail in an image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,2 ], "sound produced by a body vibrating in sympathy with a neighbouring source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,2 ], "sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,3 ], "disturbance of the same frequency as the natural frequency of the body or system| At this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,3 ], "frequency the system displays an entranced oscillation or vibration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,3 ], "the condition of a body or system when it is subjected to a periodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,4 ], "amplification of speech sounds by sympathetic vibration in the bone structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,4 ], "of the head and chest, resounding in the cavities of the nose, mouth, and pharynx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,5 ], "capacitive reactance is just balanced by the inductive reactance, leading to relatively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,5 ], "large alternating currents" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,5 ], "the condition of an electrical circuit when the frequency is such that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,6 ], "abdomen| Change in the quality of the sound often indicates an underlying disease or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,6 ], "disorder" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,6 ], "the sound heard when tapping a hollow bodily structure, esp| the chest or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7 ], "chemical bonds| The true structure is considered to be an average of these theoretical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7 ], "represented by two or more hypothetical structures involving single, double, and triple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7 ], "structures" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7 ], "the phenomenon in which the electronic structure of a molecule can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7,1 ], "the absorption of electromagnetic radiation or capture of particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7,1 ], "the condition of a system in which there is a sharp maximum probability for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7,2 ], "a type of elementary particle of extremely short lifetime| Resonances are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonance",1,1,7,2 ], "regarded as excited states of more stable particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonant cavity",1,1,1 ], "another name for cavity resonator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonate",1,1,1 ], "to resound or cause to resound; reverberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonate",1,1,2 ], "(of a mechanical system, electrical circuit, chemical compound, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resonate",1,1,2 ], "exhibit or cause to exhibit resonance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonator",1,1,1 ], "a conducting cavity in which microwaves are generated by a resonant current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resonator",1,1,1 ], "any body or system that displays resonance, esp| a tuned electrical circuit or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resorb",1,1,1 ], "to absorb again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resorcinol",1,1,1 ], "111 degrees C; boiling pt|: 178 degrees C (16 mmHg)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resorcinol",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline phenol with a sweet taste, used in making dyes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resorcinol",1,1,1 ], "drugs, resins, and adhesives| Formula: C6H4(OH)2; relative density: 1|27; melting pt|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resort",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to) to have recourse (to) for help, use, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resort",1,1,2 ], "to go, esp| often or habitually; repair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resort",1,2,1 ], "a place to which many people go for recreation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resort",1,2,2 ], "the use of something as a means, help, or recourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resort",1,2,3 ], "the act of going to a place, esp| for recreation, rest, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resort",1,2,4 ], "last resort| the last possible course of action open to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resound",1,1,1 ], "to ring or echo with sound; reverberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resound",1,1,2 ], "to make a prolonged echoing noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resound",1,1,3 ], "(of sounds) to echo or ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resound",1,1,4 ], "to be widely famous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resource",1,1,1 ], "capability, ingenuity, and initiative; quick-wittedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resource",1,1,2 ], "a source of economic wealth, esp| of a country (mineral, land, labour, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resource",1,1,2 ], "or business enterprise (capital, equipment, personnel, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resource",1,1,3 ], "a supply or source of aid or support; something resorted to in time of need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resource",1,1,4 ], "a means of doing something; expedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resourceful",1,1,1 ], "ingenious, capable, and full of initiative, esp| in dealing with difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resourceful",1,1,1 ], "situations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,1,1 ], "an attitude of deference, admiration, or esteem; regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,1,2 ], "the state of being honoured or esteemed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,1,3 ], "a detail, point, or characteristic; particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,1,4 ], "reference or relation (esp| in the phrases in respect of, with respect to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,1,5 ], "polite or kind regard; consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,1,6 ], "an expression of esteem or regard (esp| in the phrase pay one's respects)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,2,1 ], "to have an attitude of esteem towards; show or have respect for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,2,2 ], "to pay proper attention to; not violate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,2,3 ], "to show consideration for; treat courteously or kindly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respect",1,2,4 ], "to concern or refer to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respectable",1,1,1 ], "having or deserving the respect of other people; estimable; worthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respectable",1,1,2 ], "having good social standing or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respectable",1,1,3 ], "having socially or conventionally acceptable morals, standards, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respectable",1,1,4 ], "relatively or fairly good; considerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respecter",1,1,1 ], "a person who respects someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respecter",1,1,2 ], "by consideration of another's rank, power, wealth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respecter",1,1,2 ], "no respecter of persons| a person whose attitude and behaviour is uninfluenced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respectful",1,1,1 ], "full of, showing, or giving respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respecting",1,1,1 ], "concerning; regarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respective",1,1,1 ], "belonging or relating separately to each of several people or things; several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respective",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for respectful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respectively",1,1,1 ], "(in listing a number of items or attributes that refer to another list)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respectively",1,1,1 ], "separately in the order given" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respirable",1,1,1 ], "able to be breathed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respirable",1,1,2 ], "suitable or fit for breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respiration",1,1,1 ], "effected by breathing air" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "respiration",1,1,1 ], "giving out carbon dioxide (external respiration)|In terrestrial animals this is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respiration",1,1,1 ], "the process in living organisms of taking in oxygen from the surroundings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respiration",1,1,2 ], "and fats, that takes place in the cells and tissues of animals and plants, during" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respiration",1,1,2 ], "the chemical breakdown of complex organic substances, such as carbohydrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respiration",1,1,2 ], "which energy is released and carbon dioxide produced (internal respiration)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "respirator",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for providing long-term artificial respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respirator",1,1,2 ], "a device worn over the mouth and nose to prevent inhalation of noxious fumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respirator",1,1,2 ], "or to warm cold air before it is breathed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respiratory quotient",1,1,1 ], "consumed by an organism, tissue, or cell in a given time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respiratory quotient",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the volume of carbon dioxide expired to the volume of oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respire",1,1,1 ], "to inhale and exhale (air); breathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respire",1,2,1 ], "to undergo the process of respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respire",1,2,2 ], "to breathe again in a relaxed or easy manner, as after stress or exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respite",1,1,1 ], "a pause from exertion; interval of rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respite",1,1,2 ], "a temporary delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respite",1,1,3 ], "a temporary stay of execution; reprieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respite",1,2,1 ], "to grant a respite to; reprieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resplendent",1,1,1 ], "having a brilliant or splendid appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respond",1,1,1 ], "to state or utter (something) in reply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respond",1,2,1 ], "to act in reply; react" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respond",1,3,1 ], "to react favourably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respond",1,3,2 ], "an archaic word for correspond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respond",1,4,1 ], "a pilaster or an engaged column that supports an arch or a lintel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respond",1,4,2 ], "a choral anthem chanted in response to a lesson read at a church service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respondent",1,1,1 ], "a person against whom a petition, esp| in a divorce suit, or appeal is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "respondent",1,1,1 ], "brought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "respondent",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for responsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,1 ], "the act of responding; reply or reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,2 ], "a bid replying to a partner's bid or double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,3 ], "a short sentence or phrase recited or sung by the choir or congregation in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,3 ], "reply to the officiant at a church service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,4 ], "the ratio of the output to the input level, at a particular frequency, of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,4 ], "transmission line or electrical device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,5 ], "any pattern of glandular, muscular, or electrical reactions that arises from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "response",1,1,5 ], "stimulation of the nervous system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "responser",1,1,1 ], "a radio or radar receiver used in conjunction with an interrogator to receive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responser",1,1,1 ], "and display signals from a transponder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "responsibility",1,1,1 ], "the state or position of being responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsibility",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing for which one is responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsibility",1,1,3 ], "the ability or authority to act or decide on one's own, without supervision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsible",1,1,1 ], "having control or authority (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsible",1,2,1 ], "being accountable for one's actions and decisions (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsible",1,2,2 ], "(of a position, duty, etc|) involving decision and accountability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsible",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by for) being the agent or cause (of some action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsible",1,2,4 ], "able to take rational decisions without supervision; accountable for one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsible",1,2,4 ], "own actions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "responsible",1,2,5 ], "able to meet financial obligations; of sound credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsive",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "responsive",1,1,1 ], "reacting or replying quickly or favourably, as to a suggestion, initiative," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsive",1,1,2 ], "(of an organism) reacting to a stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsory",1,1,1 ], "after a lesson in a church service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "responsory",1,1,1 ], "an anthem or chant consisting of versicles and responses and recited or sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "responsum",1,1,1 ], "a written answer from a rabbinic authority to a question submitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resp|",1,1,1 ], "respective(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resp|",1,1,2 ], "respondent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest mass",1,1,1 ], "the mass of an object that is at rest relative to an observer| It is the mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest mass",1,1,1 ], "used in Newtonian mechanics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rest room",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for public convenience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest stop",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for lay-by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,1,1 ], "relaxation from exertion or labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,10 ], "a pause in or at the end of a line; caesura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,11 ], "a shelter or lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,12 ], "a thing or place on which to put something for support or to steady it; prop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,13 ], "any of various special sticks used as supports for difficult shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,14 ], "lay to rest| to bury (a dead person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,15 ], "set at rest| to reassure or settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,2 ], "repose; sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,3 ], "any relief or refreshment, as from worry or something troublesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,4 ], "calm; tranquillity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,5 ], "death regarded as repose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,6 ], "cessation from motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,7 ], "at rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,7,1 ], "not moving; still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,7,2 ], "calm; tranquil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,7,3 ], "dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,7,4 ], "asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,8 ], "a pause or interval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,1,9 ], "a mark in a musical score indicating a pause of specific duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,2,1 ], "to take or give rest, as by sleeping, lying down, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,2,2 ], "to place or position (oneself, etc|) for rest or relaxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,3,1 ], "to place or position for support or steadying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,4,1 ], "to be at ease; be calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,4,2 ], "to cease or cause to cease from motion or exertion; halt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,5,1 ], "to remain without further attention or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,5,2 ], "to direct (one's eyes) or (of one's eyes) to be directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,5,3 ], "to depend or cause to depend; base; rely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,5,4 ], "to place or be placed, as blame, censure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,6,1 ], "to be a responsibility (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,6,2 ], "to finish the introduction of evidence in (a case)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,6,3 ], "merit, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,6,3 ], "rest on one's laurels| to depend on one's past achievements for power," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,6,4 ], "rest on one's oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,6,4,1 ], "to stop rowing for a time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",1,6,4,2 ], "to stop doing anything for a time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",2,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) something left or remaining; remainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",2,1,2 ], "the others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest",2,2,1 ], "to continue to be (as specified); remain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest-cure",1,1,1 ], "a rest taken as part of a course of medical treatment, as for stress, anxiety," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rest-cure",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rest-home",1,1,1 ], "an old people's home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restate",1,1,1 ], "to state or affirm again or in a new way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restaurant car",1,1,1 ], "a railway coach in which meals are served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restaurant",1,1,1 ], "a commercial establishment where meals are prepared and served to customers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restaurateur",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or runs a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restful",1,1,1 ], "giving or conducive to rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restful",1,1,2 ], "being at rest; tranquil; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restharrow",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian papilionaceous plants of the genus Ononis, such as O|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restharrow",1,1,1 ], "repens and O| spinosa, with tough woody stems and roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restiform",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of bundles of nerve fibres) shaped like a cord or rope cordlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resting place",1,1,1 ], "a place where someone or something rests, esp| (last resting place) the grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resting",1,1,1 ], "not moving or working; at rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resting",1,1,2 ], "(of an actor) out of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resting",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of plant spores) undergoing a period of dormancy before germination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resting",1,1,4 ], "(of cells) not undergoing mitosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restitution",1,1,1 ], "the act of giving back something that has been lost or stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restitution",1,1,2 ], "the act of compensating for loss or injury by reverting as far as possible to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restitution",1,1,2 ], "the position before such injury occurred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restitution",1,1,3 ], "shape after elastic deformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restitution",1,1,3 ], "the return of an object or system to its original state, esp| a restoration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restive",1,1,1 ], "restless, nervous, or uneasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restive",1,1,2 ], "impatient of control or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restless",1,1,1 ], "unable to stay still or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restless",1,1,2 ], "ceaselessly active or moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restless",1,1,3 ], "worried; anxious; uneasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restless",1,1,4 ], "not restful; without repose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restoration",1,1,1 ], "condition, place, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restoration",1,1,1 ], "the act of restoring or state of being restored, as to a former or original" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restoration",1,1,2 ], "the replacement or giving back of something lost, stolen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restoration",1,1,3 ], "something restored, replaced, or reconstructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restoration",1,1,4 ], "a model or representation of an extinct animal, landscape of a former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restoration",1,1,4 ], "geological age, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restorationism",1,1,1 ], "and happiness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restorationism",1,1,1 ], "belief in a future life in which men will be restored to a state of perfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restorative",1,1,1 ], "tending to revive or renew health, spirits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restorative",1,2,1 ], "anything that restores or revives, esp| a drug or agent that promotes health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restorative",1,2,1 ], "or strength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restore",1,1,1 ], "condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restore",1,1,1 ], "to return (something, esp| a work of art or building) to an original or former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restore",1,1,2 ], "to bring back to health, good spirits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restore",1,1,3 ], "to return (something lost, stolen, etc|) to its owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restore",1,1,4 ], "to reintroduce or re-enforce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restore",1,1,5 ], "to reconstruct (an extinct animal, former landscape, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrain",1,1,1 ], "to hold (someone) back from some action, esp| by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrain",1,1,2 ], "to deprive (someone) of liberty, as by imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrain",1,1,3 ], "to limit or restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrainer",1,1,1 ], "a person who restrains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrainer",1,1,2 ], "a chemical, such as potassium bromide, added to a photographic developer in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrainer",1,1,2 ], "order to reduce the amount of fog on a film and to retard the development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restraint of trade",1,1,1 ], "action tending to interfere with the freedom to compete in business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restraint",1,1,1 ], "the ability to control or moderate one's impulses, passions, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restraint",1,1,2 ], "the act of restraining or the state of being restrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restraint",1,1,3 ], "something that restrains; restriction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrict",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to confine or keep within certain often specified limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrict",1,1,1 ], "or selected bounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restricted",1,1,1 ], "limited or confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restricted",1,1,2 ], "not accessible to the general public or (esp| U|S|) out of bounds to military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restricted",1,1,2 ], "personnel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restricted",1,1,3 ], "denoting or in a zone in which a speed limit or waiting restrictions for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restricted",1,1,3 ], "vehicles apply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restriction",1,1,1 ], "something that restricts; a restrictive measure, law, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restriction",1,1,2 ], "the act of restricting or the state of being restricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive practice",1,1,1 ], "a trading agreement against the public interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive practice",1,1,2 ], "a practice of a union or other group tending to limit the freedom of other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive practice",1,1,2 ], "workers or employers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive",1,1,1 ], "restricting or tending to restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive",1,1,2 ], "denoting a relative clause or phrase that restricts the number of possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive",1,1,2 ], "nonrestrictive" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive",1,1,2 ], "referents of its antecedent| The relative clause in Americans who live in New York is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "restrictive",1,1,2 ], "restrictive; the relative clause in Americans, who are generally extrovert, is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,1,1 ], "consequence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,1,1 ], "something that ensues from an action, policy, course of events, etc|; outcome;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,1,2 ], "a number, quantity, or value obtained by solving a mathematical problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,1,3 ], "a decision of a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,1,4 ], "the final score or outcome of a sporting contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by from) to be the outcome or consequence (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by in) to issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc|); end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,2,3 ], "(of an undisposed or partially disposed of interest in land) to revert to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "result",1,2,3 ], "former owner when the prior interests come to an end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resultant",1,1,1 ], "that results; resulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resultant",1,2,1 ], "a single vector that is the vector sum of two or more other vectors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resume",1,1,1 ], "to begin again or go on with (something adjourned or interrupted)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resume",1,2,1 ], "to occupy again, take back, or recover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resume",1,3,1 ], "to assume (a title, office, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resume",1,3,2 ], "to summarize; make a resume of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resumption",1,1,1 ], "the act of resuming or beginning again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resupinate",1,1,1 ], "(of plant parts) reversed or inverted in position, so as to appear to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resupinate",1,1,1 ], "upside down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resupine",1,1,1 ], "lying on the back; supine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurge",1,1,1 ], "to rise again from or as if from the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurgent",1,1,1 ], "rising again, as to new life, vigour, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrect",1,1,1 ], "to rise or raise from the dead; bring or be brought back to life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrect",1,2,1 ], "to bring back into use or activity; revive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrect",1,3,1 ], "to renew (one's hopes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrect",1,4,1 ], "(formerly) to exhume and steal (a body) from its grave, esp| in order to sell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrect",1,4,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resurrection plant",1,1,1 ], "Anastatica hierochuntica, club mosses of the genus Selaginella, and the composite" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "resurrection plant",1,1,1 ], "Asteriscus pygmoeus" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "resurrection plant",1,1,1 ], "any of several unrelated desert plants that form a tight ball when dry and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrection plant",1,1,1 ], "unfold and bloom when moistened| The best-known examples are the cruciferous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resurrection",1,1,1 ], "a supposed act or instance of a dead person coming back to life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrection",1,1,2 ], "belief in the possibility of this as part of a religious or mystical system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrection",1,1,3 ], "the condition of those who have risen from the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrectionism",1,1,1 ], "belief that men will rise again from the dead, esp| the Christian doctrine of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrectionism",1,1,1 ], "the Resurrection of Christ and of all men at the Last Judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "resurrectionism",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) body-snatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrectionist",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a body-snatcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrectionist",1,1,2 ], "a member of an Anglican religious community founded in 1892" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resurrectionist",1,1,3 ], "a person who believes in the Resurrection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resuscitate",1,1,1 ], "to restore to consciousness revive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resuscitator",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for forcing oxygen or a mixture containing oxygen into the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "resuscitator",1,1,2 ], "a person who resuscitates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res|",1,1,1 ], "research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res|",1,1,2 ], "reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res|",1,1,3 ], "residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res|",1,1,4 ], "resides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res|",1,1,5 ], "resigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "res|",1,1,6 ], "resolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ret",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to moisten or soak (flax, hemp, jute, etc|) to promote bacterial action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ret",1,1,1 ], "in order to facilitate separation of the fibres from the woody tissue by beating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retable",1,1,1 ], "a setting for a religious picture or carving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retable",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental screenlike structure above and behind an altar, esp| one used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retail",1,1,1 ], "the sale of goods individually or in small quantities to consumers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retail",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or engaged in such selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retail",1,3,1 ], "in small amounts or at a retail price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retail",1,4,1 ], "to sell or be sold in small quantities to consumers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retail",1,5,1 ], "(r$I!te$Il) | to relate (gossip, scandal, etc|) in detail, esp| persistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,1 ], "to keep in one's possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,2 ], "to be able to hold or contain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) to be able to remember (information, etc|) without difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,4 ], "to hold in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,5 ], "to keep for one's future use, as by paying a retainer or nominal charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,6 ], "to engage the services of (a barrister) by payment of a preliminary fee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,7 ], "(in selling races) to buy back a winner that one owns when it is auctioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,7 ], "after the race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,8 ], "(of racehorse trainers) to pay an advance fee to (a jockey) so as to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retain",1,1,8 ], "prior or exclusive claims upon his services throughout the season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retained object",1,1,1 ], "a direct or indirect object of a passive verb| The phrase the drawings in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retained object",1,1,1 ], "sentence Harry was given the drawings is a retained object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,1 ], "a supporter or dependant of a person of rank, esp| a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,2 ], "a servant, esp| one who has been with a family for a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,3 ], "a clip, frame, or similar device that prevents a part of a machine, engine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,3 ], "etc|, from moving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,4 ], "a dental appliance for holding a loose tooth or prosthetic device in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,5 ], "a fee paid in advance to secure first option on the services of a barrister," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,5 ], "jockey, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,6 ], "a reduced rent paid for a flat, room, etc|, during absence to reserve it for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retainer",1,1,6 ], "future use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retaining wall",1,1,1 ], "a wall constructed to hold back earth, loose rock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retake",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!te$Ik), takes, taking, took, taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retake",1,2,1 ], "to take back or capture again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retake",1,2,2 ], "to shoot again (a shot or scene)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retake",1,2,3 ], "to tape again (a recording)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retake",1,3,1 ], "a rephotographed shot or scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retake",1,3,2 ], "a retaped recording" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retaliate",1,1,1 ], "to take retributory action, esp| by returning some injury or wrong in kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retaliate",1,2,1 ], "to avenge (an injury, wrong, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retard",1,1,1 ], "to delay or slow down (the progress, speed, or development) of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retardant",1,1,1 ], "a substance that reduces the rate of a chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retardant",1,2,1 ], "having a slowing effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retardate",1,1,1 ], "a person who is retarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retardation",1,1,1 ], "the act of retarding or the state of being retarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retardation",1,1,2 ], "something that retards; hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retardation",1,1,3 ], "the rate of deceleration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retarded",1,1,1 ], "underdeveloped, esp| mentally and esp| having an IQ of 70 to 85" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retarder",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that retards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retarder",1,1,2 ], "a substance added to slow down the rate of a chemical change, such as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retarder",1,1,2 ], "added to cement to delay its setting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retch",1,1,1 ], "to undergo an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting; heave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retch",1,1,2 ], "to vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retch",1,2,1 ], "an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retd|",1,1,1 ], "retired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retd|",1,1,2 ], "retained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retd|",1,1,3 ], "returned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rete",1,1,1 ], "any network of nerves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retene",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline hydrocarbon found in tar oils from pine wood and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retene",1,1,1 ], "certain fossil resins| Formula: C18H18" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retention",1,1,1 ], "the act of retaining or state of being retained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retention",1,1,2 ], "the capacity to hold or retain liquid, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retention",1,1,3 ], "the capacity to remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retention",1,1,4 ], "excreted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retention",1,1,4 ], "the abnormal holding within the body of urine, faeces, etc|, that are normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retentionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates the retention of something, esp| capital punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retentive",1,1,1 ], "having the capacity to retain or remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retentivity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being retentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retentivity",1,1,2 ], "another name for remanence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rethink",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!#Gg$I&nk), thinks, thinking, thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rethink",1,1,2 ], "or opinions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rethink",1,1,2 ], "to think about (something) again, esp| with a view to changing one's tactics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rethink",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of thinking again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retiarius",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a gladiator armed with a net and trident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retiary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a net or web" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticent",1,1,1 ], "not open or communicative; not saying all that one knows; taciturn; reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticle",1,1,1 ], "a network of fine lines, wires, etc|, placed in the focal plane of an optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticle",1,1,1 ], "instrument to assist measurement of the size or position of objects under observation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reticulate",1,1,1 ], "in the form of a network or having a network of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticulate",1,1,2 ], "resembling, covered with, or having the form of a net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticulate",1,2,1 ], "to form or be formed into a net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticule",1,1,1 ], "(in the 18th and 19th centuries) a woman's small bag or purse, usually in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticule",1,1,1 ], "form of a pouch with a drawstring and made of net, beading, brocade, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reticule",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of reticle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticulocyte",1,1,1 ], "an immature red blood cell containing a network of granules or filaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticuloendothelial",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a bodily system that consists of all the cells able to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticuloendothelial",1,1,1 ], "ingest bacteria, colloidal particles, etc|, with the exception of the leucocytes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reticulum",1,1,1 ], "any fine network, esp| one in the body composed of cells, fibres, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reticulum",1,1,2 ], "and psalterium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reticulum",1,1,2 ], "the second compartment of the stomach of ruminants, situated between the rumen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retiform",1,1,1 ], "netlike; reticulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retina",1,1,1 ], "impulses" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "retina",1,1,1 ], "nerve|Images focused here by the lens of the eye are transmitted to the brain as nerve" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "retina",1,1,1 ], "the eyeball, composed largely of a specialized terminal expansion of the optic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retina",1,1,1 ], "the light-sensitive membrane forming the inner lining of the posterior wall of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinaculum",1,1,1 ], "connection or retention or something that connects or retains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinaculum",1,1,2 ], "a small hook that joins the forewing and hind wing of a moth during flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinene",1,1,1 ], "a yellow pigment, the aldehyde of vitamin A, that is formed in the rods of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinene",1,1,1 ], "eye by the action of bright light on rhodopsin| Formula: C19H27CHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retinite",1,1,1 ], "any of various resins of fossil origin, esp| one derived from lignite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the retina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinol",1,1,1 ], "another name for vitamin A and rosin oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinoscopy",1,1,1 ], "Diagnosis is made by observing the areas of shadow and the direction in which the light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "retinoscopy",1,1,1 ], "a procedure for detecting errors of refraction in the eye by means of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retinoscopy",1,1,1 ], "instrument (retinoscope) that reflects a beam of light from a mirror into the eye|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retinoscopy",1,1,1 ], "moves when the mirror is rotated" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "retinue",1,1,1 ], "a body of aides and retainers attending an important person, royalty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,1 ], "reaching pensionable age (in Britain and Australia usually 65 for men, 60 for women)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,1 ], "to give up or to cause (a person) to give up his work, a post, etc|, esp| on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,2 ], "to go away, as into seclusion, for recuperation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,3 ], "to go to bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,4 ], "to recede or disappear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,5 ], "to withdraw from a sporting contest, esp| because of injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,6 ], "etc|) to fall back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,1,6 ], "to pull back (troops, etc|) from battle or an exposed position or (of troops," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,2,1,1 ], "paying for them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,2,1,1 ], "to remove (bills, bonds, shares, etc|) from circulation by taking them up and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retire",1,2,1,2 ], "to remove (money) from circulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retiring",1,1,1 ], "shunning contact with others; shy; reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retool",1,1,1 ], "to replace, re-equip, or rearrange the tools in (a factory, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retool",1,1,2 ], "to revise or reorganize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retorsion",1,1,1 ], "foreign power by treating the subjects of that power similarly; reprisal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retorsion",1,1,1 ], "retaliatory action taken by a state whose citizens have been mistreated by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retort",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object) to utter (something) quickly, sharply," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retort",1,1,1 ], "wittily, or angrily, in response" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retort",1,1,2 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retort",1,1,2 ], "to use (an argument) against its originator; turn the tables by saying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retort",1,2,1 ], "a sharp, angry, or witty reply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retort",1,2,2 ], "an argument used against its originator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retort",2,1,1 ], "a glass vessel with a round bulb and long tapering neck that is bent down," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retort",2,1,1 ], "used esp| in a laboratory for distillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retort",2,1,2 ], "a vessel in which large quantities of material may be heated, esp| one used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retort",2,1,2 ], "for heating ores in the production of metals or heating coal to produce gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retort",2,2,1 ], "to heat in a retort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retortion",1,1,1 ], "the act of retorting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retortion",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of retorsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,1,1 ], "to restore, correct, or improve (a painting, make-up, etc|) with new touches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,1,2 ], "to alter (a negative or print) by painting over blemishes or adding details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,1,3 ], "to make small finishing improvements to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,1,4 ], "to detach small flakes from (a blank) in order to make a tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,2,1 ], "the art or practice of retouching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,2,2 ], "a detail that is the result of retouching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,2,3 ], "a photograph, painting, etc|, that has been retouched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retouch",1,2,4 ], "fine percussion to shape flakes of stone into usable tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrace",1,1,1 ], "to go back over (one's steps, a route, etc|) again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrace",1,1,2 ], "to go over (a past event) in the mind; recall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrace",1,1,3 ], "to go over (a story, account, etc|) from the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retract",1,1,1 ], "to draw in (a part or appendage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retract",1,1,2 ], "to withdraw (a statement, opinion, charge, etc|) as invalid or unjustified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retract",1,1,3 ], "to go back on (a promise or agreement)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retract",1,2,1 ], "to shrink back, as in fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retract",1,2,2 ], "the lips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retract",1,2,2 ], "to modify the articulation of (a vowel) by bringing the tongue back away from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retractile",1,1,1 ], "capable of being drawn in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retraction",1,1,1 ], "the act of retracting or state of being retracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retraction",1,1,2 ], "the withdrawal of a statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retractor",1,1,1 ], "any of various muscles that retract an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retractor",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for holding back the edges of a surgical incision or organ or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retractor",1,1,2 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retractor",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that retracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retral",1,1,1 ], "at, near, or towards the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retread",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!tr$ed), treads, treading, treaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retread",1,2,1 ], "to remould (a used pneumatic tyre) to give it new treads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retread",1,3,1 ], "a used pneumatic tyre that has been remoulded to give it new treads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,1,1 ], "to defeat or in order to adopt a more favourable position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,1,1 ], "to withdraw or retire in the face of or from action with an enemy, either due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,1,2 ], "to retire or withdraw, as to seclusion or shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,1,3 ], "(of a person''s features) to slope back; recede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,2,1 ], "to move (a piece) back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,1 ], "the act of retreating or withdrawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,1,1 ], "a withdrawal or retirement in the face of the enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,1,2 ], "a bugle call signifying withdrawal or retirement, esp| (formerly) to within a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,1,2 ], "defended fortification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,2 ], "retirement or seclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,3 ], "a place, such as a sanatorium or monastery, to which one may retire for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,3 ], "refuge, quiet, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,4 ], "an institution, esp| a private one, for the care and treatment of the mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retreat",1,3,4 ], "ill, infirm, elderly, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrench",1,1,1 ], "to reduce or curtail (costs); economize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrench",1,2,1 ], "to shorten, delete, or abridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrench",1,3,1 ], "to protect by a retrenchment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrenchment",1,1,1 ], "the act of reducing expenditure in order to improve financial stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrenchment",1,1,2 ], "an extra interior fortification to reinforce outer walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrial",1,1,1 ], "a second or new trial, esp| of a case that has already been adjudicated upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retribution",1,1,1 ], "the act of punishing or taking vengeance for wrongdoing, sin, or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retribution",1,1,2 ], "punishment or vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieval",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of retrieving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieval",1,1,2 ], "beyond retrieval)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrieval",1,1,2 ], "the possibility of recovery, restoration, or rectification (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,1 ], "to get or fetch back again; recover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,2 ], "to bring back to a more satisfactory state; revive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,3 ], "to extricate from trouble or danger; rescue or save" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,4 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,4 ], "to recover or make newly available (stored information) from a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,5 ], "(of dogs) to find and fetch (shot game, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,6 ], "to return successfully (a shot difficult to reach)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,1,7 ], "to recall; remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,2,1 ], "the act of retrieving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrieve",1,2,2 ], "the chance of being retrieved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retriever",1,1,1 ], "one of a breed of large hunting dogs that can be trained to retrieve game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retriever",1,1,2 ], "any dog used to retrieve shot game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retriever",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that retrieves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retro",1,1,1 ], "short for retrorocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retro-",1,1,1 ], "back or backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retro-",1,1,2 ], "located behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retro-operative",1,1,1 ], "affecting or operating on past events; retroactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroact",1,1,1 ], "to act in opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroact",1,1,2 ], "to influence or have reference to past events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroaction",1,1,1 ], "an action contrary or reciprocal to a preceding action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroaction",1,1,2 ], "a retrospective action, esp| a law affecting events prior to its enactment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroactive inhibition",1,1,1 ], "subsequent activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retroactive inhibition",1,1,1 ], "the tendency for the results of learning to be impaired by immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroactive",1,1,1 ], "applying or referring to the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroactive",1,1,2 ], "effective or operative from a date or for a period in the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrocede",1,1,1 ], "to give back; return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrocede",1,2,1 ], "to go back or retire; recede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrochoir",1,1,1 ], "the space in a large church or cathedral behind the high altar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrofire",1,1,1 ], "the act of firing a retrorocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrofire",1,1,2 ], "the moment at which it is fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrofit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to equip (a car, aircraft, etc|) with new parts, safety devices, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrofit",1,1,1 ], "after manufacture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retroflex",1,1,1 ], "bent or curved backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroflex",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or involving retroflexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroflexion",1,1,1 ], "the act or condition of bending or being bent backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroflexion",1,1,2 ], "hard palate in the articulation of a vowel or a consonant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retroflexion",1,1,2 ], "the act of turning the tip of the tongue upwards and backwards towards the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,1 ], "moving or bending backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of order) reverse or inverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,3 ], "tending towards an earlier worse condition; declining or deteriorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,3,1 ], "around the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,3,1 ], "occurring or orbiting in a direction opposite to that of the earth's motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,3,2 ], "occurring or orbiting in a direction around a planet opposite to the planet's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,3,2 ], "rotational direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,3,3 ], "appearing to move in a clockwise direction due to the rotational period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,3,3 ], "exceeding the period of revolution around the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,4 ], "tending to retrogress; degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,5 ], "of, concerning, or denoting a melody or part that is played backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,1,6 ], "opposed, contrary, or repugnant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrograde",1,2,1 ], "to move in a retrograde direction; retrogress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrogress",1,1,1 ], "to go back to an earlier, esp| worse, condition; degenerate or deteriorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrogress",1,1,2 ], "to move backwards; recede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrogress",1,1,3 ], "degenerate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrogress",1,1,3 ], "to develop characteristics or features of lower or simpler organisms;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroject",1,1,1 ], "to throw backwards (opposed to project)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrolental",1,1,1 ], "behind a lens, esp| of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retropack",1,1,1 ], "a system of retrorockets on a spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrorocket",1,1,1 ], "a small auxiliary rocket engine on a larger rocket, missile, or spacecraft," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrorocket",1,1,1 ], "that produces thrust in the opposite direction to the direction of flight in order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrorocket",1,1,1 ], "to decelerate the vehicle or make it move backwards| Often shortened to retro" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "retrorse",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) pointing backwards or in a direction opposite to normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospect",1,1,1 ], "the act of surveying things past (often in the phrase in retrospect)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospect",1,2,1 ], "Archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospect",1,2,2 ], "to contemplate (anything past); look back on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospect",1,3,1 ], "to refer back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospection",1,1,1 ], "the act of recalling things past, esp| in one's personal experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospective",1,1,1 ], "looking or directed backwards, esp| in time; characterized by retrospection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospective",1,1,2 ], "applying to the past; retroactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospective",1,2,1 ], "an exhibition of an artist's life's work or a representative selection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retrospective",1,2,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retrouss",1,1,1 ], "(of a nose) turned up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroversion",1,1,1 ], "the act of turning or condition of being turned backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retroversion",1,1,2 ], "backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retroversion",1,1,2 ], "the condition of a part or organ, esp| the uterus, that is turned or tilted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "retry",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to try again (a case already determined); give a new trial to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rets currach" ,1, 1, 1],"a Scot| or Irish name for coracle",1). c_DEF([ "retsina",1,1,1 ], "a Greek wine flavoured with resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return crease",1,1,1 ], "one of two lines marked at right-angles to each bowling crease, from inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return crease",1,1,1 ], "which a bowler must deliver the ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return ticket",1,1,1 ], "U|S| equivalent: round-trip ticket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return ticket",1,1,1 ], "a ticket entitling a passenger to travel to his destination and back again|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,1,1 ], "to come back to a former place or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,10,1 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,10,1 ], "to submit (a report, etc|) about (someone or something) to someone in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,11,1 ], "to lead back (the suit led by one's partner)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,12,1 ], "to hit, throw, or play (a ball) back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,13,1 ], "to turn (a part, decorative moulding, etc|) away from its original direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,13,2 ], "return thanks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,13,3 ], "(of Christians) to say grace before a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,1 ], "the act or an instance of coming back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,10 ], "short for return ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,10,1 ], "a part of a building that forms an angle with the facade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,10,2 ], "any part of an architectural feature that forms an angle with the main part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,11 ], "a report by a bailiff or other officer on the outcome of a formal document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,11 ], "such as a writ, summons, etc|, issued by a court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,12 ], "a lead of a card in the suit that one's partner has previously led" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,13 ], "the act of playing or throwing a ball, etc|, back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,14 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by a return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,15 ], "by return Brit| by the next post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,16 ], "many happy returns a conventional greeting to someone on his or her birthday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,17 ], "irrevocable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,17 ], "the point of no return| the point at which a person's commitment is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,2 ], "something that is given or sent back, esp| unsatisfactory merchandise returned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,2 ], "to the maker or supplier or a theatre ticket sent back by a purchaser for resale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,3 ], "restoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,3 ], "the act or an instance of putting, sending, or carrying back; replacement or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,4 ], "the yield, revenue, or profit accruing from an investment, transaction, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,4 ], "venture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,5 ], "return for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,5 ], "the act or an instance of reciprocation or repayment (esp| in the phrase in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,6 ], "a recurrence or reappearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,7 ], "an official report, esp| of the financial condition of a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,7,1 ], "a form (a tax return) on which a statement concerning one's taxable income is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,7,1 ], "made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,7,2 ], "the statement itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,8 ], "a statement of the votes counted at an election or poll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,14,9 ], "an answer or reply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,2,1 ], "to give, take, or carry back; replace or restore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,3,1 ], "to repay or recompense, esp| with something of equivalent value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,4,1 ], "to earn or yield (profit or interest) as an income from an investment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,4,1 ], "venture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,5,1 ], "to come back or revert in thought or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,6,1 ], "to recur or reappear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,6,2 ], "to answer or reply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,7,1 ], "to vote into office; elect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,8,1 ], "(of a jury) to deliver or render (a verdict)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "return",1,9,1 ], "to send back or reflect (light or sound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "returnable",1,1,1 ], "able to be taken, given, or sent back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "returnable",1,1,2 ], "required to be returned by law, as a writ to the court from which it issued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "returning officer",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain, Canada, Australia, etc|) an official in charge of conducting an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "returning officer",1,1,1 ], "election" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "retuse",1,1,1 ], "having a rounded apex and a central depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ret|",1,1,1 ], "retain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ret|",1,1,2 ], "retired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ret|",1,1,3 ], "return(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reunify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bring together again (something, esp| a country previously divided)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reunion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of coming together again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reunion",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of having been brought together again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reunion",1,1,3 ], "a gathering of relatives, friends, or former associates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reunionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who desires or works for reunion between the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reunionist",1,1,1 ], "and the Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reunite",1,1,1 ], "to bring or come together again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev counter",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for tachometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev" ,1, 1, 1],"revolution per minute",1). c_DEF([ "rev" ,1, 2, 1],"(often foll| by up) to increase the speed of revolution of (an engine)",1). c_DEF([ "revalorize",1,1,1 ], "to change the valuation of (assets)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revalorize",1,1,2 ], "to revalue (currency)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revalue",1,1,1 ], "to adjust the exchange value of (a currency), esp| upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revalue",1,2,1 ], "to make a fresh valuation or appraisal of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revamp",1,1,1 ], "to patch up or renovate; repair or restore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revamp",1,2,1 ], "something that has been renovated or revamped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revamp",1,2,2 ], "the act or process of revamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revanchism",1,1,1 ], "a foreign policy aimed at revenge or the regaining of lost territories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revanchism",1,1,2 ], "desire or support for such a policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reveal",1,1,1 ], "to disclose (a secret); divulge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reveal",1,1,2 ], "to expose to view or show (something concealed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reveal",1,1,3 ], "(of God) to disclose (divine truths) either directly or through the medium of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reveal",1,1,3 ], "prophets, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reveal",1,2,1 ], "between the frame and the front of the wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reveal",1,2,1 ], "the vertical side of an opening in a wall, esp| the side of a window or door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revealed religion",1,1,1 ], "not have arrived at by his natural reason alone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revealed religion",1,1,1 ], "religion that is based on the revelation by God to man of ideas that he would" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revegetate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) to grow again and produce new tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reveille",1,1,1 ], "a signal, given by a bugle, drum, etc|, to awaken soldiers or sailors in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reveille",1,1,1 ], "morning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reveille",1,1,2 ], "the hour at which this takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revel",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(foll| by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revel",1,1,2 ], "to take pleasure or wallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revel",1,1,3 ], "to take part in noisy festivities; make merry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revel",1,2,1 ], "an occasion of noisy merrymaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revel",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for revelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revelation",1,1,1 ], "something true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revelation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of disclosing something previously secret or obscure, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revelation",1,1,2 ], "a fact disclosed or revealed, esp| in a dramatic or surprising way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revelation",1,1,2,1 ], "God's disclosure of his own nature and his purpose for mankind, esp| through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revelation",1,1,2,1 ], "the words of human intermediaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revelation",1,1,2,2 ], "something in which such a divine disclosure is contained, such as the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revelationist",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes that God has revealed certain truths to man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revelry",1,1,1 ], "noisy or unrestrained merrymaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenant",1,1,1 ], "something, esp| a ghost, that returns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenge",1,1,1 ], "the act of retaliating for wrongs or injury received; vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenge",1,1,2 ], "something done as a means of vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenge",1,1,3 ], "the desire to take vengeance or retaliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenge",1,1,4 ], "a return match, regarded as a loser's opportunity to even the score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenge",1,2,1 ], "return for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revenge",1,2,1 ], "to inflict equivalent injury or damage for (injury received); retaliate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenge",1,2,2 ], "to take vengeance for (oneself or another); avenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revengeful",1,1,1 ], "full of or characterized by desire for vengeance; vindictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue cutter",1,1,1 ], "a small lightly armed boat used to enforce customs regulations and catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue cutter",1,1,1 ], "smugglers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revenue tariff",1,1,1 ], "a tariff for the purpose of producing public revenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue",1,1,1 ], "the income accruing from taxation to a government during a specified period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue",1,1,1 ], "time, usually a year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revenue",1,1,1,1 ], "a government department responsible for the collection of government revenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue",1,1,2 ], "the gross income from a business enterprise, investment, property, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue",1,1,3 ], "a particular item of income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenue",1,1,4 ], "something that yields a regular financial return; source of income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revenuer",1,1,1 ], "a revenue officer or cutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberate",1,1,1 ], "to resound or re-echo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberate",1,1,2 ], "to reflect or be reflected many times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberate",1,2,1 ], "to rebound or recoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberate",1,3,1 ], "(of the flame or heat in a reverberatory furnace) to be deflected onto the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberate",1,3,1 ], "metal or ore on the hearth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverberate",1,4,1 ], "to heat, melt, or refine (a metal or ore) in a reverberatory furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberation time",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the acoustic properties of a room, equal to the time taken for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberation time",1,1,1 ], "sound to fall in intensity by 60 decibels| It is usually measured in seconds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverberator",1,1,1 ], "anything that produces or undergoes reverberation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberator",1,1,2 ], "another name for reverberatory furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberatory furnace",1,1,1 ], "a metallurgical furnace having a curved roof that deflects heat onto the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverberatory furnace",1,1,1 ], "charge so that the fuel is not in direct contact with the ore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revere",1,1,1 ], "to be in awe of and respect deeply venerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverence",1,1,1 ], "a feeling or attitude of profound respect, usually reserved for the sacred or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverence",1,1,1 ], "divine; devoted veneration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverence",1,1,2 ], "an outward manifestation of this feeling, esp| a bow or act of obeisance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverence",1,1,3 ], "the state of being revered or commanding profound respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverence",1,1,4 ], "saving your reverence| Archaic| a form of apology for using an obscene or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverence",1,1,4 ], "taboo expression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverence",1,2,1 ], "to revere or venerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverend",1,1,1 ], "worthy of reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverend",1,1,2 ], "relating to or designating a clergyman or the clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverend",1,2,1 ], "a clergyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverent",1,1,1 ], "feeling, expressing, or characterized by reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverential",1,1,1 ], "resulting from or showing reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverie",1,1,1 ], "an act or state of absent-minded daydreaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverie",1,1,2 ], "a piece of instrumental music suggestive of a daydream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverie",1,1,3 ], "a fanciful or visionary notion; daydream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revers",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|) the turned-back lining of part of a garment, esp| of a lapel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revers",1,1,1 ], "cuff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reversal",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of reversing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversal",1,1,2 ], "a change for the worse; reverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversal",1,1,3 ], "the state of being reversed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversal",1,1,4 ], "error or irregularity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reversal",1,1,4 ], "the annulment of a judicial decision, esp| by an appeal court on grounds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse transcriptase" ,1, 1, 1],"any of a group of enzymes that convert certain forms of messenger RNA to DNA,",1). c_DEF([ "reverse transcriptase" ,1, 1, 1],"the genetic information of the RNA molecule being transcribed into DNA",2). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,1 ], "to turn or set in an opposite direction, order, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,2 ], "to change into something different or contrary; alter completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,3 ], "to move or cause to move backwards or in an opposite direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,4 ], "to run (machinery, etc|) in the opposite direction to normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,5 ], "to turn inside out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,6 ], "to revoke or set aside (a judgment, decree, etc|); annul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,7 ], "(often foll| by out) to print from plates so made that white lettering or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,7 ], "design of (a page, text, display, etc|) appears on a black or coloured background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,8 ], "mourning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,8 ], "reverse arms| Military| to turn one's arms upside down, esp| as a token of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,1,9 ], "reverse the charge(s)| to make a telephone call at the recipient's expense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,1 ], "the opposite or contrary of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,2 ], "the back or rear side of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,3 ], "a change to an opposite position, state, or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,4 ], "a change for the worse; setback or defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,4,1 ], "reverse its direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,4,1 ], "the mechanism or gears by which machinery, a vehicle, etc|, can be made to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,5 ], "the side of a coin bearing a secondary design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,5,1 ], "appear white, and vice versa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,5,1 ], "printed matter in which normally black or coloured areas, esp| lettering," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,6 ], "in reverse| in an opposite or backward direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,2,7 ], "the reverse of| emphatically not; not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,3,1 ], "backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,3,1 ], "opposite or contrary in direction, position, order, nature, etc|; turned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,3,2 ], "back to front; inverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,3,3 ], "operating or moving in a manner contrary to that which is usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse",1,3,4 ], "denoting or relating to a mirror image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse-charge",1,1,1 ], "(of a telephone call)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverse-charge",1,1,2 ], "made at the recipient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversing light",1,1,1 ], "a light on the rear of a motor vehicle to provide illumination when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversing light",1,1,1 ], "vehicle is being reversed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,1 ], "a return to or towards an earlier condition, practice, or belief; act of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,1 ], "reverting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2 ], "the act of reversing or the state of being reversed; reversal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2,1 ], "an interest in an estate that reverts to the grantor or his heirs at the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2,1 ], "of a period, esp| at the end of the life of a grantee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2,1 ], "the return of individuals, organs, etc|, to a more primitive condition or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2,1 ], "type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2,2 ], "an estate so reverting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2,2 ], "the reappearance of primitive characteristics in an individual or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,2,3 ], "the right to succeed to such an estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversion",1,1,3 ], "the benefit payable on the death of a life-insurance policyholder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reversioner",1,1,1 ], "a person entitled to an estate in reversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reverso",1,1,1 ], "another name for verso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,1,1 ], "(r$I!v$z$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,1 ], "to go back to a former practice, condition, belief, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,2 ], "to take up again or come back to a former topic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,3 ], "(of individuals, organs, etc|) to return to a more primitive, earlier, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,3 ], "simpler condition or type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,4 ], "(of an estate or interest in land) to return to its former owner or his heirs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,4 ], "when a grant, esp| a grant for the lifetime of the grantee, comes to an end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,5 ], "disappeared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,2,5 ], "revert to type| to resume characteristics that were thought to have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,3,1 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revert",1,3,1 ], "a person who, having been converted, has returned to his former beliefs or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revest",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by in) to restore (former power, authority, status, etc|, to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revest",1,1,1 ], "person) or (of power, etc|) to be restored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revet",1,1,1 ], "to face (a wall or embankment) with stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revetment",1,1,1 ], "a facing of stones, sand bags, etc|, to protect a wall, embankment, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revetment",1,1,1 ], "earthworks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revetment",1,1,2 ], "another name for retaining wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reveverberatory" ,1, 1, 1],"characterized by, utilizing, or produced by reverberation",1). c_DEF([ "reveverberatory" ,1, 2, 2],"short for reverberatory furnace",1). c_DEF([ "review copy",1,1,1 ], "a copy of a book sent by a publisher to a journal, newspaper, etc|, to enable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review copy",1,1,1 ], "it to be reviewed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,1,1 ], "to look at or examine again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,1,2 ], "to look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events, etc|); remember" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,1,3 ], "to inspect, esp| formally or officially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,1,4 ], "to read through or go over in order to correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,1,5 ], "to re-examine (a decision) judicially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,1,6 ], "a profession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,1,6 ], "to write a critical assessment of (a book, film, play, concert, etc|), esp| as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of reviewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,2 ], "a general survey or report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,3 ], "a critical assessment of a book, film, play, concert, etc|, esp| one printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,3 ], "in a newspaper or periodical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,3,1 ], "a publication containing such articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,3,2 ], "the Saturday Review" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,4 ], "a second consideration; re-examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,5 ], "a retrospective survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,6 ], "a formal or official inspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,7 ], "a U|S| word for revision ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,8 ], "judicial re-examination of a case, esp| by a superior court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "review",1,2,9 ], "a less common spelling of revue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revile",1,1,1 ], "to use abusive or scornful language against (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revise",1,1,1 ], "to change, alter, or amend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revise",1,1,2 ], "for an examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revise",1,1,2 ], "to reread (a subject or notes on it) so as to memorize it, esp| in preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revise",1,2,1 ], "to prepare a new version or edition of (a previously printed work)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revise",1,3,1 ], "the act, process, or result of revising; revision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revision",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of revising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revision",1,1,2 ], "examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revision",1,1,2 ], "the process of rereading a subject or notes on it, esp| in preparation for an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revision",1,1,3 ], "a corrected or new version of a book, article, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revisionism",1,1,1,1 ], "1900" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revisionism",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate, nonrevolutionary version of Marxism developed in Germany around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revisionism",1,1,1,2 ], "(in Marxist-Leninist ideology) any dangerous departure from the true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revisionism",1,1,1,2 ], "interpretation of Marx's teachings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revisionism",1,1,2 ], "historical or critical interpretation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revisionism",1,1,2 ], "the advocacy of revision of some political theory, religious doctrine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revisory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having the power to revise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revitalize",1,1,1 ], "to restore vitality or animation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of reviving or the state of being revived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,2 ], "an instance of returning to life or consciousness; restoration of vigour or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,2 ], "vitality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,3 ], "a renewed use, acceptance of, or interest in (past customs, styles, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,4 ], "a new production of a play that has not been recently performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,5 ], "a reawakening of faith or renewal of commitment to religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,6 ], "an evangelistic meeting or service intended to effect such a reawakening in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,6 ], "those present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revival",1,1,7 ], "the re-establishment of legal validity, as of a judgment, contract, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revivalism",1,1,1 ], "a movement, esp| an evangelical Christian one, that seeks to reawaken faith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revivalism",1,1,2 ], "the tendency or desire to revive former customs, styles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revivalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds, promotes, or presides over religious revivals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revivalist",1,1,2 ], "a person who revives customs, institutions, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revivalist",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing revivalism or religious revivals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,1,1 ], "or be resuscitated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,1,1 ], "to bring or be brought back to life, consciousness, or strength; resuscitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,1,2 ], "to give or assume new vitality; flourish again or cause to flourish again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,1,3 ], "to make or become operative or active again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,1,4 ], "to bring or come into use or currency again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,2,1 ], "to take up again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,2,2 ], "to bring or come back to mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revive",1,3,1 ], "to mount a new production of (an old play)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revivify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to give new life or spirit to; revive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reviviscence",1,1,1 ], "restoration to life or animation; revival" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revocable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being revoked; able to be cancelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revocation",1,1,1 ], "the act of revoking or state of being revoked; cancellation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revocation",1,1,1,1 ], "the cancellation or annulment of a legal instrument, esp| a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revocation",1,1,1,2 ], "the withdrawal of an offer, power of attorney, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revoice",1,1,1 ], "to utter again; echo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revoice",1,1,2 ], "to adjust the design of (an organ pipe or wind instrument) as after disuse or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revoice",1,1,2 ], "to conform with modern pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revoke",1,1,1 ], "to take back or withdraw; cancel; rescind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revoke",1,2,1 ], "to break a rule of play by failing to follow suit when able to do so; renege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revoke",1,3,1 ], "the act of revoking; a renege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolt",1,1,1 ], "a rebellion or uprising against authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolt",1,1,2 ], "in revolt| in the process or state of rebelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolt",1,2,1 ], "to rise up in rebellion against authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolt",1,2,2 ], "to feel or cause to feel revulsion, disgust, or abhorrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolting",1,1,1 ], "causing revulsion; nauseating, disgusting, or repulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolting",1,1,2 ], "unpleasant or nasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolute",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the margins of a leaf) rolled backwards and downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,1 ], "the overthrow or repudiation of a regime or political system by the governed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,2 ], "(in Marxist theory) the violent and historically necessary transition from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,2 ], "system of production in a society to the next, as from feudalism to capitalism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,3 ], "a far-reaching and drastic change, esp| in ideas, methods, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,3,1 ], "movement in or as if in a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,3,1 ], "the orbital motion of one body, such as a planet or satellite, around another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,3,2 ], "one complete turn in such a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,3,2 ], "one complete turn in such motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,4 ], "a cycle of successive events or changes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,5 ], "a profound change in conditions over a large part of the earth's surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolution",1,1,5 ], "esp| one characterized by mountain building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionary",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates or engages in revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionary",1,2,1 ], "relating to or characteristic of a revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionary",1,2,2 ], "advocating or engaged in revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionary",1,2,3 ], "radically new or different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionary",1,2,4 ], "rotating or revolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionist",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for a revolutionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionist",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to revolution or revolutionaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionize",1,1,1 ], "to bring about a radical change in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionize",1,1,2 ], "to inspire or infect with revolutionary ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolutionize",1,1,3 ], "to cause a revolution in (a country, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolve",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move around a centre or axis; rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolve",1,2,1 ], "to occur periodically or in cycles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolve",1,2,2 ], "to consider or be considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolve",1,3,1 ], "to be centred or focused (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolver",1,1,1 ], "a pistol having a revolving multichambered cylinder that allows several shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolver",1,1,1 ], "to be discharged without reloading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revolving credit",1,1,1 ], "a letter of credit for a fixed sum, specifying that the beneficiary may make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolving credit",1,1,1 ], "repeated use of the credit provided that the fixed sum is never exceeded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revolving door",1,1,1 ], "a door that rotates about a central vertical axis, esp| one with four leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolving door",1,1,1 ], "arranged at right angles to each other, thereby excluding draughts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revolving fund",1,1,1 ], "a fund set up for a specific purpose and constantly added to by fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revolving fund",1,1,1 ], "appropriations or by income from the investments it finances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revolving",1,1,1 ], "cylinders revolve about a fixed shaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revolving",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to an engine, such as a radial aero engine, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revue",1,1,1 ], "a form of light entertainment consisting of a series of topical sketches," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revue",1,1,1 ], "songs, dancing, comic turns, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revulsion",1,1,1 ], "a sudden and unpleasant violent reaction in feeling, esp| one of extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revulsion",1,1,1 ], "loathing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revulsion",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of drawing back or recoiling from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revulsion",1,1,3 ], "cupping, counterirritants, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "revulsion",1,1,3 ], "the diversion of disease or congestion from one part of the body to another by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revulsive",1,1,1 ], "of or causing revulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "revulsive",1,2,1 ], "a counterirritant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev|",1,1,1 ], "revenue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev|",1,1,2 ], "reverse(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev|",1,1,3 ], "review" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev|",1,1,4 ], "revise(d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev|",1,1,5 ], "revision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev|",1,1,6 ], "revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rev|",1,1,7 ], "revolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewa-rewa",1,1,1 ], "a tall proteacebus tree of New Zealand, Knightia excelsa, yielding a beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewa-rewa",1,1,1 ], "reddish timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reward",1,1,1 ], "something given or received in return for a deed or service rendered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reward",1,1,2 ], "a sum of money offered, esp| for help in finding a criminal or for the return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reward",1,1,2 ], "of lost or stolen property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reward",1,1,3 ], "profit or return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reward",1,2,1 ], "recompense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "reward",1,2,1 ], "to give (something) to (someone), esp| in gratitude for a service rendered;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewarding",1,1,1 ], "giving personal satisfaction; gratifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewind",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!wa$Ind), winds, winding, wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewind",1,2,1 ], "to wind back, esp| a film or tape onto the original reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewind",1,3,1 ], "something rewound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewind",1,3,2 ], "the act of rewinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewire",1,1,1 ], "to provide (a house, engine, etc|) with new wiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "reword",1,1,1 ], "to alter the wording of; express differently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rework",1,1,1 ], "to use again in altered form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rework",1,1,2 ], "to rewrite or revise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rework",1,1,3 ], "to reprocess for use again" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewrite rule",1,1,1 ], "another name for phrase-structure rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewrite",1,1,1 ], "(ri$:!ra$It), writes, writing, wrote, written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewrite",1,2,1 ], "to write (written material) again, esp| changing the words or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rewrite",1,3,1 ], "something rewritten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rf",1,1,1 ], "rinforzando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rgen",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of roentgen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rgisseur",1,1,1 ], "an official in a dance company with varying duties, usually including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rgisseur",1,1,1 ], "directing productions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhabdomancy",1,1,1 ], "divination for water or mineral ore by means of a rod or wand; dowsing;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhabdomancy",1,1,1 ], "divining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhabdomyoma",1,1,1 ], "a benign tumour of striated muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhachis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rachis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhamnaceous",1,1,1 ], "buckthorns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhamnaceous",1,1,1 ], "of trees and shrubs having small inconspicuous flowers| The family includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhamnaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Rhamnaceae, a widely distributed family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsodic",1,1,1 ], "of or like a rhapsody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsodic",1,2,1 ], "lyrical or romantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsodist",1,1,1 ], "a person who speaks or writes rhapsodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsodist",1,1,2 ], "a person who speaks with extravagant enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsodist",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Greece) a professional reciter of poetry, esp| of Homer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsodize",1,1,1 ], "to speak or write (something) with extravagant enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsodize",1,2,1 ], "to recite or write rhapsodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsody",1,1,1 ], "a composition, free in structure and highly emotional in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsody",1,1,2 ], "an expression of ecstatic enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsody",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Greece) an epic poem or part of an epic recited by a rhapsodist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsody",1,1,4 ], "a literary work composed in an intense or exalted style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsody",1,1,5 ], "rapturous delight or ecstasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhapsody",1,1,6 ], "a medley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhatany",1,1,1 ], "argentea, that have thick fleshy roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhatany",1,1,1 ], "either of two South American leguminous shrubs, Krameria triandra or K|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhatany",1,1,2 ], "the dried roots of such shrubs for use as an astringent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhea",1,1,1 ], "Pterocnemia pennata, inhabiting the open plains of S South America: order Rheiformes (see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhea",1,1,1 ], "completely feathered body" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rhea",1,1,1 ], "either of two large fast-running flightless birds, Rhea americana and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhea",1,1,1 ], "ratite)|They are similar to but smaller than the ostrich, having three-toed feet and a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhebok",1,1,1 ], "an antelope, Pelea capreolus, of southern Africa, having woolly brownish-grey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhebok",1,1,1 ], "hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhenium",1,1,1 ], "186|2; valency: 1-7; relative density: 21|0; melting pt|: 3180 degrees C; boiling pt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rhenium",1,1,1 ], "5627 degrees C (est|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "rhenium",1,1,1 ], "a dense silvery-white metallic element that has a high melting point| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhenium",1,1,1 ], "molybdenum, in high-temperature thermocouples| Symbol: Re; atomic no|: 75; atomic wt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhenium",1,1,1 ], "occurs principally in gadolinite and molybdenite and is used, alloyed with tungsten or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rheo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating stream, flow, or current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheobase",1,1,1 ], "the minimum nerve impulse required to elicit a response from a tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheology",1,1,1 ], "esp| the viscosity of liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rheology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the flow and change of shape of matter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the velocity of the blood flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheometer",1,1,2 ], "another word for galvanometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheostat",1,1,1 ], "a variable resistance, usually consisting of a coil of wire with a terminal at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheostat",1,1,1 ], "one end and a sliding contact that moves along the coil to tap off the current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rheotaxis",1,1,1 ], "movement of an organism towards or away from a current of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheotropism",1,1,1 ], "growth of a plant or sessile animal in the direction of a current of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheo|",1,1,1 ], "rheostat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhesus baby",1,1,1 ], "(which are Rh positive) have been attacked in the womb by antibodies from its Rh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhesus baby",1,1,1 ], "a baby suffering from haemolytic disease at birth as its red blood cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhesus baby",1,1,1 ], "negative mother" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhesus monkey",1,1,1 ], "a macaque monkey, Macaca mulatta, of S Asia: used extensively in medical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhesus monkey",1,1,1 ], "research" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhetor",1,1,1 ], "a teacher of rhetoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetor",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) an orator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetoric",1,1,1 ], "the study of the technique of using language effectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetoric",1,1,2 ], "the art of using speech to persuade, influence, or please; oratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetoric",1,1,3 ], "bombast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhetoric",1,1,3 ], "excessive use of ornamentation and contrivance in spoken or written discourse;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetoric",1,1,4 ], "speech or discourse that pretends to significance but lacks true meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetorical question",1,1,1 ], "a question to which no answer is required: used esp| for dramatic effect| An" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetorical question",1,1,1 ], "example is Who knows(with the implication Nobody knows)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhetorical",1,1,1 ], "concerned with effect or style rather than content or meaning; bombastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetorical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to rhetoric or oratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetorician",1,1,1 ], "a teacher of the art of rhetoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetorician",1,1,2 ], "a stylish or eloquent writer or speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhetorician",1,1,3 ], "a person whose speech is pompous or extravagant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhet|",1,1,1 ], "rhetoric(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheum",1,1,1 ], "a watery discharge from the eyes or nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatic fever",1,1,1 ], "a disease characterized by sore throat, fever, inflammation, and pain in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatic fever",1,1,1 ], "joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or afflicted with rheumatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatic",1,2,1 ], "a person afflicted with rheumatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatics",1,1,1 ], "rheumatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatism",1,1,1 ], "any painful disorder of joints, muscles, or connective tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatoid arthritis",1,1,1 ], "a chronic disease of the musculoskeletal system, characterized by inflammation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatoid arthritis",1,1,1 ], "and swelling of joints (esp| joints in the hands, wrists, knees, and feet), muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatoid arthritis",1,1,1 ], "weakness, and fatigue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatoid",1,1,1 ], "(of the symptoms of a disease) resembling rheumatism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the study of rheumatic diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumy",1,1,1 ], "of the nature of rheum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rheumy",1,1,2 ], "damp and unhealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhigolene",1,1,1 ], "a volatile liquid obtained from petroleum and used as a local anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the nose; nasal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinencephalon",1,1,1 ], "concerned with the sense of smell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhinencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the brain that contains the olfactory bulb and tract and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinestone",1,1,1 ], "an imitation gem made of paste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the mucous membrane that lines the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhino",1,1,1 ], "short for rhinoceros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhino",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhino-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the nose or nasal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoceros beetle",1,1,1 ], "Oryctes rhinoceros, a serious pest on coconut plantations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoceros beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various scarabaeid beetles having one or more horns on the head, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoceros bird",1,1,1 ], "another name for the oxpecker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoceros",1,1,1 ], "SE Asia and Africa and having either one horn, like the Indian rhinoceros , or two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoceros",1,1,1 ], "and three digits on each foot" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoceros",1,1,1 ], "any of several perissodactyl mammals constituting the family Rhinocerotidae of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoceros",1,1,1 ], "horns, like the African white rhinoceros They have a very thick skin, massive body," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhinology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medical science concerned with the nose and its diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoplasty",1,1,1 ], "plastic surgery of the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoscopy",1,1,1 ], "examination of the nasal passages, esp| with a special instrument called a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhinoscopy",1,1,1 ], "rhinoscope " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizo-",1,1,1 ], "root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizobium",1,1,1 ], "any rod-shaped bacterium of the genus Rhizobium, typically occurring in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizobium",1,1,1 ], "root nodules of leguminous plants and able to fix atmospheric nitrogen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizocarpous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) producing subterranean flowers and fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizocarpous",1,1,2 ], "(of perennial plants) having roots that persist throughout the year but stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizocarpous",1,1,2 ], "and leaves that wither at the end of the growing season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizocephalan" ,1, 1, 1],"any parasitic crustacean of the order Rhizocephala, esp| Sacculina carcini,",1). c_DEF([ "rhizocephalan" ,1, 1, 1],"host, the crab: subclass Cirripedia (barnacles)",3). c_DEF([ "rhizocephalan" ,1, 1, 1],"which has a saclike body and sends out absorptive processes into the body of its",2). c_DEF([ "rhizocephalan" ,1, 2, 1],"of, relating to, or belonging to the order Rhizocephala",1). c_DEF([ "rhizogenic" ,1, 1, 2],"(of cells and tissues) giving rise to roots",1). c_DEF([ "rhizoid",1,1,1 ], "any of various slender hairlike structures that function as roots in mosses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizoid",1,1,1 ], "ferns, fungi, and related plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizome",1,1,1 ], "a thick horizontal underground stem of plants such as the mint and iris whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizome",1,1,1 ], "buds develop into new plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizomorph",1,1,1 ], "a rootlike structure of certain fungi, such as the honey fungus Armillaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizomorph",1,1,1 ], "mellea, consisting of a dense mass of hyphae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizomorphous",1,1,1 ], "having the appearance of a root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizopod",1,1,1 ], "any protozoan of the subclass Rhizopoda, characterized by naked protoplasmic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizopod",1,1,1 ], "processes (pseudopodia): class Sarcodina|The group includes the amoebas and foraminifers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizopod",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Rhizopoda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizopus",1,1,1 ], "any phycomycetous fungus of the genus Rhizopus, esp| R| nigricans, a bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizopus",1,1,1 ], "mould" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizosphere",1,1,1 ], "microorganisms and its composition is affected by root activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizosphere",1,1,1 ], "the region of the soil in contact with the roots of a plant| It contains many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhizotomy",1,1,1 ], "pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhizotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the roots of spinal nerves, esp| for the relief of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rho",1,1,1 ], "as r or rh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rho",1,1,1 ], "the 17th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GP, #Gp), a consonant transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodamine",1,1,1 ], "any one of a group of synthetic red or pink basic dyestuffs used for wool and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodamine",1,1,1 ], "silk| They are made from phthalic anhydride and aminophenols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhodic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing rhodium, esp| in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodinal",1,1,1 ], "another name for citronellal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodium",1,1,1 ], "45; atomic wt|: 102|90; valency: 1-6; relative density: 12|4; melting pt|: 1966" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rhodium",1,1,1 ], "a hard corrosion-resistant silvery-white element of the platinum metal group," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: 3727 degrees C (approx|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "rhodium",1,1,1 ], "occurring free with other platinum metals in alluvial deposits and in nickel ores| It is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhodium",1,1,1 ], "used as an alloying agent to harden platinum and palladium| Symbol: Rh; atomic no|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhodo-",1,1,1 ], "rose or rose-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodochrosite",1,1,1 ], "a pink, grey, or brown mineral that consists of manganese carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodochrosite",1,1,1 ], "hexagonal crystalline form and occurs in ore veins| Formula: MnCO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhododendron",1,1,1 ], "any ericaceous shrub of the genus Rhododendron, native to S Asia but widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhododendron",1,1,1 ], "cultivated in N temperate regions| They are mostly evergreen and have clusters of showy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhododendron",1,1,1 ], "red, purple, pink, or white flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhodolite",1,1,1 ], "a pale violet or red variety of garnet, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodonite",1,1,1 ], "a brownish translucent mineral consisting of manganese silicate in triclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodonite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form with calcium, iron, or magnesium sometimes replacing the manganese| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhodonite",1,1,1 ], "occurs in metamorphic rocks, esp| in New Jersey and Russia, and is used as an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhodonite",1,1,1 ], "ornamental stone, glaze, and pigment| Formula: MnSiO3" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rhodopsin",1,1,1 ], "a red pigment in the rods of the retina in vertebrates| It is dissociated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhodopsin",1,1,1 ], "light into retinene, the light energy being converted into nerve signals, and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhodopsin",1,1,1 ], "re-formed in the dark" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhomb",1,1,1 ], "another name for rhombus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhombencephalon",1,1,1 ], "embryonic neural tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhombencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the brain that develops from the posterior portion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhombic aerial",1,1,1 ], "a directional travelling-wave aerial, usually horizontal, consisting of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhombic aerial",1,1,1 ], "conductors each forming a pair of adjacent sides of a rhombus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhombic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having the shape of a rhombus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhombic",1,1,2 ], "another word for orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhombohedral",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a rhombohedron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhombohedral",1,1,2 ], "another term for trigonal ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhombohedron",1,1,1 ], "a six-sided prism whose sides are parallelograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhomboid" ,1, 1, 1],"a parallelogram having adjacent sides of unequal length",1). c_DEF([ "rhomboid" ,1, 2, 1],"having such a shape",1). c_DEF([ "rhombus",1,1,1 ], "an oblique-angled parallelogram having four equal sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhonchus",1,1,1 ], "a rattling or whistling respiratory sound resembling snoring, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhonchus",1,1,1 ], "secretions in the trachea or bronchi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhotacism",1,1,1 ], "excessive use or idiosyncratic pronunciation of r" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhotic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or speaking a dialect of English in which preconsonantal rs are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhotic",1,1,1 ], "pronounced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,1,1 ], "Rheum, esp| R| rhaponticum , which has long green and red acid-tasting edible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,1,1 ], "any of several temperate and subtropical plants of the polygonaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,1,1 ], "leafstalks, usually eaten sweetened and cooked" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,1,2 ], "the leafstalks of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,1,3 ], "a related plant, Rheum officinale, of central Asia, having a bitter-tasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,1,3 ], "underground stem that can be dried and used medicinally as a laxative or astringent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,1,4 ], "a heated discussion or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,4,1 ], "rhubarb at random" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhubarb",1,4,1 ], "the noise made by actors to simulate conversation, esp| by repeating the word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhumb line",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary line on the surface of a sphere, such as the earth, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhumb line",1,1,1 ], "intersects all meridians at the same angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhumb line",1,1,2 ], "heading|Often shortened to rhumb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhumb line",1,1,2 ], "the course navigated by a vessel or aircraft that maintains a uniform compass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhumb",1,1,1 ], "short for rhumb line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhumba",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rumba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhumbatron",1,1,1 ], "another name for cavity resonator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme royal",1,1,1 ], "a stanzaic form introduced into English verse by Chaucer, consisting of seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme royal",1,1,1 ], "lines of iambic pentameter rhyming a b a b b c c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,1,1 ], "identity of the terminal sounds in lines of verse or in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,1,2 ], "a word that is identical to another in its terminal sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,1,3 ], "a verse or piece of poetry having corresponding sounds at the ends of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,1,3 ], "lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,1,4 ], "any verse or piece of poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,1,5 ], "rhyme or reason| sense, logic, or meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,2,1 ], "identical in sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,2,1 ], "to use (a word) or (of a word) to be used so as to form a rhyme; be or make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,2,2 ], "to render (a subject) into rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyme",1,2,3 ], "to compose (verse) in a metrical structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhymester" ,1, 1, 1],"rhymer, or rimern",1). c_DEF([ "rhymester" ,1, 1, 2],"a poet, esp| one considered to be mediocre or mechanical in diction; poetaster",1). c_DEF([ "rhymester" ,1, 1, 2],"or versifier",2). c_DEF([ "rhyming slang",1,1,1 ], "it; for example, apples and pears meaning stairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhyming slang",1,1,1 ], "slang in which a word is replaced by another word or phrase that rhymes with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhynchocephalian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Rhyncocephalia, an order of lizard-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhynchocephalian",1,1,1 ], "reptiles common in the Mesozoic era but today represented only by the tuatara" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhynchocephalian",1,2,1 ], "any reptile belonging to the order Rhyncocephalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyolite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained igneous rock consisting of quartz, feldspars, and mica or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyolite",1,1,1 ], "amphibole| It is the volcanic equivalent of granite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm method",1,1,1 ], "an attempted method of controlling conception without the aid of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm method",1,1,1 ], "contraceptive device, by restricting sexual intercourse to those days in a woman's menstrual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm method",1,1,1 ], "cycle when conception is considered least likely to occur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm section",1,1,1 ], "those instruments in a band or group (usually piano, double bass, and drums)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm section",1,1,1 ], "whose prime function is to supply the rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,1,1 ], "bar carrying the stress" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,1,1 ], "melody, usually laid out into regular groups (bars) of beats, the first beat of each" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of the relative durations of and accents on the notes of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,1,2 ], "any specific arrangement of such groupings; time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,2 ], "(in poetry)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,2,1 ], "the arrangement of words into a more or less regular sequence of stressed and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,2,1 ], "unstressed or long and short syllables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,2,2 ], "any specific such arrangement; metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,3 ], "(in painting, sculpture, architecture, etc|) a harmonious sequence or pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,3 ], "colours, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,3 ], "of masses alternating with voids, of light alternating with shade, of alternating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,4 ], "any sequence of regularly recurring functions or events, such as the regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm",1,1,4 ], "recurrence of certain physiological functions of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythm-and-blues",1,1,1 ], "any of various kinds of popular music derived from or influenced by the blues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythmical",1,1,1 ], "metrical, periodic, or regularly recurring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rhythmical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by rhythm, as in movement or sound;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythmics",1,1,1 ], "the study of rhythmical movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhythmist",1,1,1 ], "a person who has a good sense of rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyton",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a horn-shaped drinking vessel with a hole in the pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rhyton",1,1,1 ], "end through which to drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ria",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow inlet of the sea coast, being a former valley that was submerged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ria",1,1,1 ], "and NW Spain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ria",1,1,1 ], "by a rise in the level of the sea| Rias are found esp| on the coasts of SW Ireland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rial",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary and currency unit of Iran, divided into 100 dinars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rial",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary and currency unit of Oman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rial",1,1,3 ], "another name for riyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rialto",1,1,1 ], "a market or exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riant",1,1,1 ], "laughing; smiling; cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riata",1,1,1 ], "a lariat or lasso|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 10],"any of the larger veins of a leaf",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 11],"a metal strip running along the top of the barrel of a shotgun or handgun and",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 11],"guiding the alignment of the sights",2). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 12],"a vein of ore in rock",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 13],"a projecting ridge of a mountain; spur",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 1],"Technical name: costa",3). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 1],"any of the 24 curved elastic arches of bone that together form the chest wall",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 1],"in man| All are attached behind to the thoracic part of the spinal column|",2). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 2],"the corresponding bone in other vertebrates",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 3],"a cut of meat including one or more ribs",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 4],"a part or element similar in function or appearance to a rib, esp| a",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 4],"structural or supporting member or a raised strip or ridge",2). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 5],"a structural member in an aerofoil that extends from the leading edge to the",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 5],"trailing edge and maintains the shape of the aerofoil surface",2). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 6],"a projecting moulding or band on the underside of a vault or ceiling, which",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 6],"may be structural or ornamental",2). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 7],"one of a series of raised rows in knitted fabric",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 8],"a raised ornamental line on the spine of a book where the stitching runs",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 8],"across it",2). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 9],"any of the transverse stiffening timbers or joists forming the frame of a",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 1, 9],"ship's hull",2). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 3, 1],"to furnish or support with a rib or ribs",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 3, 2],"to mark with or form into ribs or ridges",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 3, 3],"to knit plain and purl stitches alternately in order to make raised rows in",1). c_DEF([ "rib" ,1, 3, 4],"to enclose with or as if with ribs",1). c_DEF([ "rib",2,1,1 ], "to tease or ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rib",2,2,1 ], "a joke or hoax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribald",1,1,1 ], "coarse, obscene, or licentious, usually in a humorous or mocking way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribald",1,2,1 ], "a ribald person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribaldry",1,1,1 ], "ribald language or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riband",1,1,1 ], "a ribbon, esp| one awarded for some achievement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riband",1,1,2 ], "a flat rail attached to posts in a palisade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbed and smoked sheet",1,1,1 ], "another name for smoked rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbing",1,1,1 ], "a framework or structure of ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbing",1,1,2 ], "ribs collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbing",1,1,3 ], "a raised pattern in woven or knitted material, made in knitting by doing purl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbing",1,1,3 ], "and plain stitches alternately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon development",1,1,1 ], "England between the two World Wars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon development",1,1,1 ], "the building of houses in a continuous row along a main road: common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon strip",1,1,1 ], "another name for ledger board ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon worm",1,1,1 ], "another name for a nemertean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,1 ], "a narrow strip of fine material, esp| silk, used for trimming, tying, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a ribbon; a long strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,3 ], "a long thin flexible band of metal used as a graduated measure, spring, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,4 ], "a long narrow strip of ink-impregnated cloth for making the impression of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,4 ], "characters on paper in a typewriter or similar device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,5 ], "ragged strips or shreds (esp| in the phrase torn to ribbons)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,6 ], "a small strip of coloured cloth signifying membership of an order or award of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,1,6 ], "military decoration, prize, or other distinction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,2,1 ], "to adorn with a ribbon or ribbons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,2,2 ], "to mark with narrow ribbon-like marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbon",1,2,3 ], "to reduce to ribbons; tear into strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbonfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various soft-finned deep-sea teleost fishes, esp| Regalecus glesne (see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbonfish",1,1,1 ], "dealfishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ribbonfish",1,1,1 ], "oarfish), that have an elongated compressed body| They are related to the opah and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribbonwood",1,1,1 ], "a small evergreen malvaceous tree, Hoheria populnea, of New Zealand| Its wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribbonwood",1,1,1 ], "is used in furniture-making and the tough bark for making cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribgrass",1,1,1 ], "another name for ribwort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riboflavin",1,1,1 ], "a yellow water-soluble vitamin of the B complex that occurs in green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riboflavin",1,1,1 ], "essential for the carbohydrate metabolism of cells| Formula: C17H20N4O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "riboflavin",1,1,1 ], "vegetables, germinating seeds, and in milk, fish, egg yolk, liver, and kidney| It is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribonuclease",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of enzymes that catalyse the hydrolysis of RNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribonucleic acid",1,1,1 ], "the full name of RNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribose",1,1,1 ], "a pentose sugar that is an isomeric form of arabinose and that occurs in RNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribose",1,1,1 ], "and riboflavin| Formula: CH2OH(CHOH)3CHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribosomal RNA",1,1,1 ], "a type of RNA thought to be transcribed from DNA in the nucleoli of cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribosomal RNA",1,1,1 ], "messenger RNA into protein chains is accomplished| Sometimes shortened to r-RNA" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ribosomal RNA",1,1,1 ], "nuclei, subsequently forming the component of ribosomes on which the translation of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribosome",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous minute particles in the cytoplasm of cells, either free or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribosome",1,1,1 ], "attached to the endoplasmic reticulum, that contain RNA and protein and are the site of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ribosome",1,1,1 ], "protein synthesis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ribwort",1,1,1 ], "Plantaginaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ribwort",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Plantago lanceolata, that has lancelike ribbed leaves, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ribwort",1,1,1 ], "form a rosette close to the ground, and a dense spike of small white flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rice bowl",1,1,1 ], "a small bowl for eating rice out of, esp| a decorative one made of china or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rice bowl",1,1,1 ], "porcelain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rice bowl",1,1,2 ], "a fertile rice-producing region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rice paper",1,1,1 ], "a thin semitransparent edible paper made from the straw of rice, on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rice paper",1,1,1 ], "macaroons and similar cakes are baked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rice paper",1,1,2 ], "a thin delicate Chinese paper made from an araliaceous plant, Tetrapanax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rice paper",1,1,2 ], "papyriferum of Taiwan, the pith of which is pared and flattened into sheets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rice",1,1,1 ], "an erect grass, Oryza sativa, that grows in East Asia on wet ground and has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rice",1,1,1 ], "drooping flower spikes and yellow oblong edible grains that become white when polished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rice",1,1,2 ], "the grain of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rice",1,2,1 ], "to sieve (potatoes or other vegetables) to a coarse mashed consistency, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rice",1,2,1 ], "with a ricer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ricebird",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds frequenting rice fields, esp| the bobolink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ricer",1,1,1 ], "a kitchen utensil with small holes through which cooked potatoes and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ricer",1,1,1 ], "soft foods are pressed to form a coarse mash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ricercare",1,1,1 ], "an elaborate polyphonic composition making extensive use of contrapuntal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ricercare",1,1,1 ], "imitation and usually very slow in tempo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ricercare",1,1,2 ], "an instructive composition to illustrate instrumental technique;etude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich rhyme",1,1,1 ], "another term for rime riche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,1,1 ], "well supplied with wealth, property, etc|; owning much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,10 ], "(of a smell) pungent or fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,11 ], "(of colour) intense or vivid; deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,12 ], "(of sound or a voice) full, mellow, or resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,13 ], "(of a fuel-air mixture) containing a relatively high proportion of fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,14 ], "very amusing, laughable, or ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,2 ], "(when postpositive, usually foll| by in) having an abundance of natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,2 ], "resources, minerals, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,3 ], "producing abundantly; fertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,4 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by in or with) well supplied (with desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,4 ], "qualities); abundant (in)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,5 ], "of great worth or quality; valuable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,6 ], "luxuriant or prolific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,7 ], "expensively elegant, elaborate, or fine; costly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,8 ], "(of food) having a large proportion of flavoursome or fatty ingredients, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,8 ], "as spices, butter, or cream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rich",1,1,9 ], "having a full-bodied flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riches",1,1,1 ], "wealth; an abundance of money, valuable possessions, or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "richly",1,1,1 ], "in a rich or elaborate manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "richly",1,1,2 ], "fully and appropriately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ricin",1,1,1 ], "a toxic albumin that occurs in castor-oil seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ricinoleic acid",1,1,1 ], "acid| Formula: C18H34O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ricinoleic acid",1,1,1 ], "an oily unsaturated carboxylic acid found, as the glyceride, in castor oil and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ricinoleic acid",1,1,1 ], "used in the manufacture of soap and in finishing textiles; 12-hydroxy-9-octadecanoic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ricinoleic acid",1,1,2 ], "the mixture of fatty acids obtained by hydrolysing castor oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rick",1,1,1 ], "a large stack of hay, corn, peas, etc|, built in the open in a regular-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rick",1,1,1 ], "pile, esp| one with a thatched top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rick",1,2,1 ], "to stack or pile into ricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rick",2,1,1 ], "a wrench or sprain, as of the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rick",2,2,1 ], "to wrench or sprain (a joint, limb, the back, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickets",1,1,1 ], "a disease mainly of children, characterized by softening of developing bone," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickets",1,1,1 ], "and hence bow legs, malnutrition, and enlargement of the liver and spleen, caused" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rickets",1,1,1 ], "by a deficiency of vitamin D" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rickettsia",1,1,1 ], "and cause disease when transmitted to man" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rickettsia",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of parasitic microorganisms, intermediate in structure between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickettsia",1,1,1 ], "bacteria and viruses, that live in the tissues of ticks, mites, and other arthropods," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rickettsial disease",1,1,1 ], "any of several acute infectious diseases caused by ticks, mites, or body lice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickettsial disease",1,1,1 ], "fever, and tsutsugamushi disease" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rickettsial disease",1,1,1 ], "infected with rickettsiae| The main types include typhus, spotted fever, Q fever, trench" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rickety",1,1,1 ], "(of a structure, piece of furniture, etc|) likely to collapse or break; shaky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickety",1,1,2 ], "feeble with age or illness; infirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickety",1,1,3 ], "relating to, resembling, or afflicted with rickets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickey",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the phrase a gin rickey)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rickey",1,1,1 ], "a cocktail consisting of gin or vodka, lime juice, and soda water, served iced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickrack",1,1,1 ], "a zigzag braid used for trimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickshaw",1,1,1 ], "a small two-wheeled passenger vehicle drawn by one or two men, used in parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickshaw",1,1,1 ], "of Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rickshaw",1,1,2 ], "a similar vehicle with three wheels, propelled by a man pedalling as on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rickshaw",1,1,2 ], "tricycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ricochet" ,1, 1, 1],"or zipping sound",2). c_DEF([ "ricochet" ,1, 1, 1],"to rebound from a surface or surfaces, usually with a characteristic whining",1). c_DEF([ "ricochet" ,1, 2, 1],"the motion or sound of a rebounding object, esp| a bullet",1). c_DEF([ "ricotta",1,1,1 ], "a soft white unsalted cheese made from sheep's milk, used esp| in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ricotta",1,1,1 ], "ravioli and gnocchi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rictus",1,1,1 ], "the gap or cleft of an open mouth or beak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rid",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)(foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rid",1,1,2 ], "(of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rid",1,1,2 ], "to relieve or deliver from something disagreeable or undesirable; make free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rid",1,1,3 ], "get rid of| to relieve or free oneself of (something or someone unpleasant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rid",1,1,3 ], "undesirable)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riddance",1,1,1 ], "removal (esp| in the phrase good riddance)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riddance",1,1,1 ], "the act of getting rid of something undesirable or unpleasant; deliverance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridden",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of ride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridden",1,2,1 ], "afflicted, affected, or dominated by something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",1,1,1 ], "a question, puzzle, or verse so phrased that ingenuity is required for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",1,1,1 ], "elucidation of the answer or meaning; conundrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that puzzles, perplexes, or confuses; enigma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",1,2,1 ], "to solve, explain, or interpret (a riddle or riddles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",1,3,1 ], "to speak in riddles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",2,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by with) to pierce or perforate with numerous holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",2,1,2 ], "to damage or impair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",2,1,3 ], "to put through a sieve; sift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riddle",2,2,1 ], "a sieve, esp| a coarse one used for sand, grain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride down",1,1,1 ], "to trample under the hooves of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride down",1,1,2 ], "to catch up with or overtake by riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride out",1,1,1 ], "to endure successfully survive (esp| in the phrase ride out the storm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride up",1,1,1 ], "to move or work away from the proper place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,1,1 ], "to sit on and control the movements of (a horse or other animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,10,1 ], "(esp| of a male animal) to copulate with; mount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,11,1 ], "to tyrannize over or dominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,12,1 ], "to persecute, esp| by constant or petty criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,13,1 ], "to continue undisturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,14,1 ], "(of a bet) to remain placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,15,1 ], "to play well, esp| in freely improvising at perfect tempo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,15,2 ], "ride roughshod over| to act with complete disregard (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,15,3 ], "ride to hounds| to hunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,15,4 ], "ride for a fall| to act in such a way as to invite disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,15,5 ], "ride again| Informal| to return to a former activity or scene of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,15,6 ], "riding high| confident, popular, and successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,1 ], "a journey or outing on horseback or in a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,2 ], "a path specially made for riding on horseback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,3 ], "transport in a vehicle, esp| when given freely to a pedestrian; lift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,4 ], "a device or structure, such as a roller coaster at a fairground, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,4 ], "people ride for pleasure or entertainment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,5 ], "take for a ride| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,5,1 ], "to cheat, swindle, or deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,16,5,2 ], "to take (someone) away in a car and murder him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,2,1 ], "to sit on and propel (a bicycle or similar vehicle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,3,1 ], "to be carried along or travel on or in a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,4,1 ], "to travel over or traverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,5,1 ], "to take part in by riding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,5,2 ], "to travel through or be carried across (sea, sky, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,6,1 ], "to cause to be carried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,7,1 ], "to be supported as if floating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,8,1 ], "(of a vessel) to lie at anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,9,1 ], "(of a vessel) to be attached to (an anchor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,9,2 ], "(esp| of a bone) to overlap or lie over (another structure or part)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,9,2,1 ], "to drive a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,9,2,2 ], "to transport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ride",1,9,3 ], "(goods, farm produce, etc|) by motor vehicle or cart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rident",1,1,1 ], "laughing, smiling, or gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that rides, esp| a person who rides a horse, a bicycle, or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,1 ], "motorcycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,2 ], "an additional clause, amendment, or stipulation added to a legal or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,2 ], "document, esp| (in Britain) a legislative bill at its third reading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,3 ], "a statement made by a jury in addition to its verdict, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,3 ], "recommendation for mercy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,4 ], "a problem arising out of a theorem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,5 ], "any of various objects or devices resting on, surmounting, or strengthening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,5 ], "something else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,6 ], "a small weight that can be slid along one arm of a chemical balance to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,6 ], "fine adjustments during weighing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rider",1,1,7 ], "a thin seam, esp| of coal or mineral ore, overlying a thicker seam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow raised land formation with sloping sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,1,2 ], "any long narrow raised strip or elevation, as on a fabric or in ploughed land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,1,3 ], "any elongated raised margin or border on a bone, tooth, tissue membrane, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,1,3,1 ], "the top of a roof at the junction of two sloping sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,1,4 ], "the back or backbone of an animal, esp| a whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,1,5 ], "an elongated area of high pressure, esp| an extension of an anticyclone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridge",1,2,1 ], "to form into a ridge or ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridgeling",1,1,1 ], "a domestic male animal with undescended testicles, esp| a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridgepole",1,1,1 ], "a timber laid along the ridge of a roof, to which the upper ends of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridgepole",1,1,1 ], "rafters are attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ridgepole",1,1,2 ], "the horizontal pole at the apex of a tent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridgetree",1,1,1 ], "another name for ridgepole ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridgeway",1,1,1 ], "a road or track along a ridge, esp| one of great antiquity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridicule",1,1,1 ], "language or behaviour intended to humiliate or mock; derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridicule",1,2,1 ], "to make fun of, mock, or deride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridiculous",1,1,1 ], "contemptible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ridiculous",1,1,1 ], "worthy of or exciting ridicule; absurd, preposterous, laughable, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding breeches",1,1,1 ], "riding horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riding breeches",1,1,1 ], "tough breeches with a large baggy seat and padding inside the knees, worn for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding crop",1,1,1 ], "a short whip with a thong at one end and a handle for opening gates at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding crop",1,1,1 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riding habit",1,1,1 ], "a woman's dress worn for riding, usually with a full or a divided skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding lamp",1,1,1 ], "a light on a boat or ship showing that it is at anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding",1,1,1,1 ], "the art or practice of horsemanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding",2,1,1 ], "East Riding, and West Riding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riding",2,1,1 ], "any of the three former administrative divisions of Yorkshire: North Riding," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riding",2,1,2 ], "(in Canada) a parliamentary constituency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ridotto",1,1,1 ], "18th-century England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ridotto",1,1,1 ], "an entertainment with music and dancing, often in masquerade: popular in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riel",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary and currency unit of Cambodia, divided into 100 sen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riempie",1,1,1 ], "a leather thong or lace used mainly to make chair seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riesling",1,1,1 ], "a dry white wine from the Rhine valley in Germany and from certain districts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riesling",1,1,1 ], "in Austria, Hungary, and Yugoslavia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riesling",1,1,2 ], "the grape used to make this wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rife",1,1,1 ], "of widespread occurrence; prevalent or current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rife",1,1,2 ], "very plentiful; abundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rife",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by with) rich or abounding (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riff",1,1,1 ], "an ostinato played over changing harmonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riff",1,2,1 ], "to play or perform riffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by through) to flick rapidly through (the pages of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,1,1 ], "book, etc|), esp| in a desultory manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,1,2 ], "corners together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,1,2 ], "to shuffle (playing cards) by halving the pack and flicking the adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,1,3 ], "to make or become a riffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,2,1,1 ], "a rapid in a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,2,1,2 ], "a rocky shoal causing a rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,2,1,3 ], "a ripple on water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,2,2 ], "a contrivance on the bottom of a sluice, containing transverse grooves for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,2,2 ], "trapping particles of gold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riffle",1,2,3 ], "the act or an instance of riffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffler",1,1,1 ], "a file with a curved face for filing concave surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffraff",1,1,1 ], "worthless people, esp| collectively; rabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riffraff",1,1,2 ], "worthless rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle green",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark olive green, as in the uniforms of certain rifle regiments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle green",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle grenade",1,1,1 ], "a grenade fired from a rifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle range",1,1,1 ], "an area used for target practice with rifles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,1,1,1 ], "a firearm having a long barrel with a spirally grooved interior, which imparts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,1,1,1 ], "to the bullet spinning motion and thus greater accuracy over a longer range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a large cannon with a rifled bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,1,3 ], "one of the grooves in a rifled bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,1,3,1 ], "a unit of soldiers equipped with rifles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,1,3,2 ], "the King's Own Rifles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,2,1 ], "to cut or mould spiral grooves inside the barrel of (a gun)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",1,2,2 ], "to throw or hit (a ball, etc|) with great speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",2,1,1 ], "to search (a house, safe, etc|) and steal from it; ransack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifle",2,1,2 ], "to steal and carry off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riflebird",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds of paradise of the genera Ptiloris and Craspedophora," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riflebird",1,1,1 ], "such as C| magnifica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rifleman",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the use of a rifle, esp| a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifleman",1,1,2 ], "a wren, Acanthisitta chloris, of New Zealand: family Xenicidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riflery",1,1,1 ], "rifle shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riflery",1,1,2 ], "the practice or skill of rifle marksmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifling",1,1,1 ], "the cutting of spiral grooves on the inside of a firearm's barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rifling",1,1,2 ], "the series of grooves so cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift valley",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow valley resulting from the subsidence of land between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift valley",1,1,1 ], "parallel faults" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rift",1,1,1 ], "a gap or space made by cleaving or splitting; fissure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift",1,1,2 ], "a fault produced by tension on either side of the fault plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift",1,1,3 ], "a gap between two cloud masses; break or chink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift",1,1,4 ], "a break in friendly relations between people, nations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift",1,2,1 ], "to burst or cause to burst open; split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift",2,1,1 ], "a shallow or rocky part in a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rift",2,1,2 ], "the backwash from a wave that has just broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig down",1,1,1 ], "to disassemble and stow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig out" ,1, 1, 1],"to equip or fit out (with)",1). c_DEF([ "rig out" ,1, 1, 2],"to dress or be dressed",1). c_DEF([ "rig out" ,1, 2, 1],"a person's clothing or costume, esp| a bizarre outfit",1). c_DEF([ "rig up",1,1,1 ], "to erect or construct, esp| as a temporary measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,1,2 ], "to equip (a vessel, mast, etc|) with (sails, rigging, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,1,3 ], "to set up or prepare ready for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,1,4 ], "to put the components of (an aircraft, etc|) into their correct positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,1,5 ], "to manipulate in a fraudulent manner, esp| for profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,2,1 ], "the distinctive arrangement of the sails, masts, and other spars of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,2,2 ], "deposits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,2,2 ], "the installation used in drilling for and exploiting petroleum and natural gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,2,3 ], "apparatus or equipment; gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,2,4 ], "a carriage together with one or more horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rig",1,2,5 ], "an articulated lorry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigadoon",1,1,1 ], "an old Provencal couple dance, light and graceful, in lively duple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigadoon",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigamarole",1,1,1 ], "a variant of rigmarole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigatoni",1,1,1 ], "macaroni in the form of short ridged often slightly curved pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigger",1,1,1 ], "a workman who rigs vessels, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigger",1,1,2 ], "a bracket on a racing shell or other boat to support a projecting rowlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigger",1,1,3 ], "a person skilled in the use of pulleys, lifting gear, cranes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigging loft",1,1,1 ], "a loft or gallery in a boatbuilder's yard from which rigging can be fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigging loft",1,1,2 ], "a loft in a theatre from which scenery, etc|, is raised and lowered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigging",1,1,1 ], "the shrouds, stays, halyards, etc|, of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigging",1,1,2 ], "the bracing wires, struts, and lines of a biplane, balloon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigging",1,1,3 ], "any form of lifting gear, tackle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right about",1,1,1 ], " " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right about",1,1,1 ], "one's direction after making one complete clockwise turn through 180 degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right about",1,1,2 ], "a turn executed through 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right about",1,3,1 ], "in the opposite direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right angle",1,1,1 ], "the angle between two perpendicular lines; an angle of 90 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right angle",1,1,2 ], "at right angles| perpendicular or perpendicularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right ascension",1,1,1 ], "passing through the celestial pole and the heavenly object in question| Symbol: a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "right ascension",1,1,1 ], "the angular distance measured eastwards along the celestial equator from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right ascension",1,1,1 ], "vernal equinox to the point at which the celestial equator intersects a great circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right away",1,1,1 ], "without delay; immediately or promptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right of search",1,1,1 ], "high seas in wartime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right of search",1,1,1 ], "the right of a belligerent to stop and search neutral merchant ships on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right of way",1,1,1 ], "down by law or custom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right of way",1,1,1 ], "the right of one vehicle or vessel to take precedence over another, as laid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right of way",1,1,1,1 ], "by long usage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right of way",1,1,1,1 ], "the legal right of someone to pass over another's land, acquired by grant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right of way",1,1,1,2 ], "the path or road used by this right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right of way",1,1,2 ], "the strip of land over which a power line, railway line, road, etc|, extends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right off",1,1,1 ], "immediately; right away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right on(#6sentence substitute#5)",1,1,1 ], "Slang, chiefly U|S| an exclamation of full agreement, concurrence, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right on(#6sentence substitute#5)",1,1,1 ], "compliance with the wishes, words, or actions of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right whale",1,1,1 ], "any large whalebone whale of the family Balaenidae|They are grey or black," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right whale",1,1,1 ], "have a large head, and, in most, no dorsal fin, and are hunted as a source of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right whale",1,1,1 ], "whalebone and oil" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "right wing" ,1, 1, 1],"the conservative faction of an assembly, party, etc",1). c_DEF([ "right wing" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"facing its opponent's goal",2). c_DEF([ "right wing" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"the right-hand side of the field of play from the point of view of a team",1). c_DEF([ "right wing" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"a player positioned in this area in any of various games",1). c_DEF([ "right wing" ,1, 1, 2, 3],"the position occupied by such a player",1). c_DEF([ "right wing" ,1, 1, 2],"one facing the enemy",2). c_DEF([ "right wing" ,1, 1, 2],"the part of an army or field of battle on the right from the point of view of",1). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,1 ], "in accordance with accepted standards of moral or legal behaviour, justice," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,10 ], "worn on a right hand, foot, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,11 ], "intellectual right (see sense 37)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,11 ], "of, designating, supporting, belonging to, or relating to the political or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,12 ], "conservative or reactionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,12,1 ], "formed by or containing a line or plane perpendicular to another line or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,12,1 ], "plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,12,2 ], "having the axis perpendicular to the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,12,3 ], "straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,13 ], "relating to or designating the side of cloth worn or facing outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,14 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,15 ], "in one's right mind| sane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,16 ], "the right side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,16,1 ], "in favour with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,16,2 ], "younger than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,2 ], "in accordance with fact, reason, or truth; correct or true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,3 ], "appropriate, suitable, fitting, or proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,4 ], "most favourable or convenient; preferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,5 ], "in a satisfactory condition; orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,6 ], "indicating or designating the correct time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,7 ], "correct in opinion or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,8 ], "sound in mind or body; healthy or sane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,9 ], "east when the front is turned towards the north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,1,9 ], "of, designating, or located near the side of something or someone that faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,1 ], "in accordance with correctness or truth; accurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,10 ], "to good or favourable advantage; well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,11 ], "(esp| in religious titles) most or very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,12 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,13 ], "right, left, and centre| on all sides; from every direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,14 ], "she'll be right| Austral| informal| that's all right; not to worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,15 ], "right off the bat| as the first in a series; to begin with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,2 ], "in the appropriate manner; properly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,3 ], "in a straight line; directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,4 ], "facing north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,4 ], "in the direction of the east from the point of view of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,5 ], "absolutely or completely; utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,6 ], "without delay; immediately or promptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,7 ], "exactly or precisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,8 ], "in a manner consistent with a legal or moral code; justly or righteously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,2,9 ], "in accordance with propriety; fittingly or suitably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,1 ], "any claim, title, etc|, that is morally just or legally granted as allowable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,1 ], "or due to a person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,2 ], "anything that accords with the principles of legal or moral justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,3 ], "standards (esp| in the phrase in the right)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,3 ], "the fact or state of being in accordance with reason, truth, or accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,4 ], "the right side, direction, position, area, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5 ], "radical or left)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5 ], "reaction, based generally on a belief that things are better left unchanged (opposed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5 ], "the supporters or advocates of social, political, or economic conservatism or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5,1 ], "a punch with the right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5,1 ], "company's shares on advantageous terms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5,1 ], "the privilege of a company's shareholders to subscribe for new issues of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5,2 ], "the negotiable certificate signifying this privilege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,5,2 ], "the right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,6 ], "by right properly; justly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,7 ], "in one's own right| having a claim or title oneself rather than through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,7 ], "marriage or other connection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,3,8 ], "to rights| consistent with justice, correctness, or orderly arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,4,1 ], "to restore to or attain a normal, esp| an upright, position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,4,2 ], "to make (something) accord with truth or facts; correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,4,3 ], "to restore to an orderly state or condition; put right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,4,4 ], "to make reparation for; compensate for or redress (esp| in the phrase right a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,4,4 ], "wrong)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "right",1,5,1 ], "an expression of agreement or compliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-angled triangle",1,1,1 ], "a triangle one angle of which is a right angle| U|S| name: right triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-down",1,2,1 ], "variant of downright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-footer",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Ireland) a Protestant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-hand",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, located on, or moving towards the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-hand",1,1,2 ], "for use by the right hand; right-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-hand",1,1,3 ], "right-hand man| one's most valuable assistant or supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-handed",1,1,1 ], "using the right hand with greater skill or ease than the left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-handed",1,1,2 ], "performed with the right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-handed",1,1,3 ], "made for use by the right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-handed",1,1,4 ], "worn on the right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-handed",1,1,5 ], "turning from left to right; clockwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-hander",1,1,1 ], "a blow with the right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-hander",1,1,2 ], "a person who is right-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-minded",1,1,1 ], "holding opinions or principles that accord with what is right or with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "right-minded",1,1,1 ], "opinions of the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rightable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being righted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "righten",1,1,1 ], "to set right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "righten",1,1,2 ], "to restore to or attain a normal or upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "righteous",1,1,1,1 ], "characterized by, proceeding from, or in accordance with accepted standards of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "righteous",1,1,1,1 ], "morality, justice, or uprightness; virtuous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "righteous",1,1,1,2 ], "the righteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "righteous",1,1,2 ], "morally justifiable or right, esp| from one's own point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightful",1,1,1 ], "in accordance with what is right; proper or just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightful",1,1,2 ], "having a legally or morally just claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightful",1,1,3 ], "held by virtue of a legal or just claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightish",1,1,1 ], "somewhat right, esp| politically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightist",1,1,1 ], "conservative, traditionalist, or reactionary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rightist",1,1,1 ], "of, tending towards, or relating to the political right or its principles;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightist",1,2,1 ], "a person who supports or belongs to the political right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightly",1,1,1 ], "in accordance with the true facts; correctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightly",1,1,2 ], "in accordance with principles of justice or morality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightly",1,1,3 ], "with good reason; justifiably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightly",1,1,4 ], "properly or suitably; appropriately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightly",1,1,5 ], "rightly know; I can't rightly say)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rightly",1,1,5 ], "with certainty; positively or precisely (usually in the phrases I don't" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "righto",1,1,1 ], "an expression of agreement or compliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rights issue",1,1,1 ], "an issue of new shares offered by a company to its existing shareholders on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rights issue",1,1,1 ], "favourable terms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rightward",1,1,1 ], "situated on or directed towards the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of rightwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rightwards",1,1,1 ], "towards or on the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigid",1,1,1 ], "not bending; physically inflexible or stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigid",1,1,2 ], "rigorously strict; severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigidify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become rigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigmarole",1,1,1 ], "any long complicated procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigmarole",1,1,2 ], "a set of incoherent or pointless statements; garbled nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigor mortis",1,1,1 ], "about four days, after which the muscles and joints relax" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rigor mortis",1,1,1 ], "depletion of ATP in the tissues| It begins two to four hours after death and lasts up to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rigor mortis",1,1,1 ], "the stiffness of joints and muscular rigidity of a dead body, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigor",1,1,1 ], "a sudden feeling of chilliness, often accompanied by shivering: it sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigor",1,1,1 ], "precedes a fever|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rigor",1,1,2 ], "rigidity of a muscle; muscular cramp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigor",1,1,3 ], "a state of rigidity assumed by some animals in reaction to sudden shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigor",1,1,4 ], "the inertia assumed by some plants in conditions unfavourable to growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigorism",1,1,1 ], "strictness in judgment or conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigorism",1,1,2 ], "the religious cult of extreme self-denial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigorism",1,1,3 ], "always be followed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rigorism",1,1,3 ], "the doctrine that in cases of doubt in moral matters the stricter course must" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigorous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or proceeding from rigour; harsh, strict, or severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigorous",1,1,2 ], "severely accurate; scrupulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigorous",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of weather) extreme or harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigorous",1,1,4 ], "logically valid or correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigour",1,1,1 ], "harsh but just treatment or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigour",1,1,2 ], "a severe or cruel circumstance; hardship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigour",1,1,3 ], "strictness, harshness, or severity of character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigour",1,1,4 ], "strictness in judgment or conduct; rigorism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigour",1,1,5 ], "logical validity or accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigour",1,1,6 ], "rigidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rigsdaler",1,1,1 ], "another word for rix-dollar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rijksdaaler",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rix-dollar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rile",1,1,1 ], "to annoy or anger; irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rile",1,1,2 ], "to stir up or agitate (water, etc|); roil or make turbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rilievo",1,1,1 ], "another name for relief ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rill",1,1,1 ], "a brook or stream; rivulet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rill",1,1,2 ], "a small channel or gulley, such as one formed during soil erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rill",1,1,3 ], "Also rille| one of many winding cracks on the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rillet",1,1,1 ], "a little rill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rim" ,1, 1, 1],"a cup or crater",2). c_DEF([ "rim" ,1, 1, 1],"the raised edge of an object, esp| of something more or less circular such as",1). c_DEF([ "rim" ,1, 1, 2],"the peripheral part of a wheel, to which the tyre is attached",1). c_DEF([ "rim" ,1, 1, 3],"the hoop from which the net is suspended",1). c_DEF([ "rim" ,1, 3, 1],"to put a rim on (a pot, cup, wheel, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "rim" ,1, 3, 2],"(of a ball) to run around the edge of (a hole, basket, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "rim-fire",1,1,1 ], "(of a cartridge) having the primer in the rim of the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rim-fire",1,1,2 ], "(of a firearm) adapted for such cartridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rime riche",1,1,1 ], "command/demand, pair/pear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rime riche",1,1,1 ], "rhyme between words or syllables that are identical in sound, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rime",1,1,1 ], "frost formed by the freezing of supercooled water droplets in fog onto solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rime",1,1,1 ], "objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rime",1,2,1 ], "to cover with rime or something resembling rime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rime",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rimer",1,1,1 ], "another name for rhymester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rimester",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rhymester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rimose",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) having the surface marked by a network of intersecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rimose",1,1,1 ], "cracks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rimrock",1,1,1 ], "rock forming the boundaries of a sandy or gravelly alluvial deposit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rimu",1,1,1 ], "another name for red pine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rimy",1,1,1 ], "rimier, rimiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rimy",1,1,2 ], "coated with rime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rind",1,1,1 ], "a hard outer layer or skin on bacon, cheese, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rind",1,1,2 ], "the outer layer of a fruit or of the spore-producing body of certain fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rind",1,1,3 ], "the outer layer of the bark of a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rinderpest",1,1,1 ], "an acute contagious viral disease of cattle, characterized by severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rinderpest",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the intestinal tract and diarrhoea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rinforzando",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for sforzando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring back",1,1,1 ], "to return a telephone call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring back",1,1,2 ], "(to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring circuit",1,1,1 ], "an electrical system in which distribution points are connected to the main" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring circuit",1,1,1 ], "supply in a continuous closed circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring finger",1,1,1 ], "the third finger, esp| of the left hand, on which a wedding ring is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring finger",1,1,1 ], "traditionally worn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring in",1,1,1 ], "to report to someone by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring in",1,2,1 ], "to accompany the arrival of with bells (esp| in the phrase ring in the new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring in",1,2,1 ], "year)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring main",1,1,1 ], "a domestic electrical supply in which outlet sockets are connected to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring main",1,1,1 ], "mains supply through a ring circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring off",1,1,1 ], "to terminate a telephone conversation by replacing the receiver; hang up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring out",1,1,1 ], "to accompany the departure of with bells (esp| in the phrase ring out the old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring out",1,1,1 ], "year)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring out",1,2,1 ], "to send forth a loud resounding noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring ouzel",1,1,1 ], "a European thrush, Turdus torquatus, common in rocky areas| The male has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring ouzel",1,1,1 ], "blackish plumage with a white band around the neck and the female is brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring road",1,1,1 ], "a main road that bypasses a town or town centre| U|S| names: belt, beltway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring taw",1,1,1 ], "a game of marbles in which players attempt to knock other players' marbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring taw",1,1,1 ], "out of a ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring up",1,1,1 ], "to make a telephone call (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring up",1,2,1 ], "to record on a cash register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring up",1,3,1 ], "to chronicle; record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring up",1,3,2 ], "ring up the curtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring up",1,3,2,1 ], "to begin a theatrical performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring up",1,3,2,2 ], "(often foll| by on) to make a start (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 10],"a group or organization of people, usually illegal, cooperating for the",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 10],"self-interested purpose of controlling the market in art treasures, antiques, etc",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 11],"(esp| at county fairs) an enclosure, often circular, where horses, cattle, and",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 11],"other livestock are paraded and auctioned",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 12],"an area reserved for betting at a racecourse",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 13],"a circular strip of bark cut from a tree or branch, esp| in order to kill it",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 14],"a single turn in a spiral",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 15],"the area of space lying between two concentric circles",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 16],"a set that is subject to two binary operations, addition and multiplication,",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 16],"multiplication, this latter operation being associative",3). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 16],"such that the set is an Abelian group under addition and is closed under",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 17],"short for ,annual ring",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 18],"a closed loop of atoms in a molecule",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 19],"one of the system of three planar circular bands orbiting the planet Saturn",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 1],"a circular band of a precious metal or the like, esp| gold, often set with",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 1],"gems and worn upon the finger as an adornment or as a token of engagement or",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 1],"marriage",3). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 20],"to run rings around| Informal| to be greatly superior to; outclass completely",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 2],"any object or mark that is circular in shape",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 3],"a circular path or course",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 4],"a group of people or things standing or arranged so as to form a circle",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 5],"an enclosed space, usually circular in shape, where circus acts are performed",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 6],"a square apron or raised platform, marked off by ropes, in which contestants",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 6],"box or wrestle",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 7],"the ring| the sport of boxing",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 8],"the field of competition or rivalry|",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 9],"or contestant",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 1, 9],"throw one's hat in the ring| to announce one's intention to be a candidate",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 3, 1],"to surround with or as if with or form a ring; encircle",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 3, 2],"to mark a bird with a ring or clip for subsequent identification",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 3, 3],"to fit a ring in the nose of (a bull, pig, etc|) so that it can be led easily",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 3, 4]," to cut away a circular strip of bark from (a tree",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,1, 3, 4],"or branch) in order to kill it",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 10],"sound produced",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 10],"to strike or tap (a coin) in order to assess its genuineness by the",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 11],"(intr|) (of the ears) to have or give the sensation of humming or ringing",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 12],"ring a bell",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 13],"to bring something to the mind or memory; remind one of something",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 14, 1],"to lower the curtain at the end of a theatrical performance",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 14, 2],"(foll| by on) to put an end (to)",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 14],"ring down the curtain",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 15],"ring false",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 16],"to give the impression of being false",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 17, 1],"to do, say, or be the right thing",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 17, 2],"to reach the pinnacle of success or happiness",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 17],"ring the bell",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 18],"ring the changes",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 19],"to vary the manner or performance of an action that is often repeated",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 1],"certain metals when struck",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 1],"to emit or cause to emit a sonorous or resonant sound, characteristic of",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 2, 1],"to cause",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 20],"ring true",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 21],"to give the impression of being true",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 22],"the act of or a sound made by ringing",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 23],"a sound produced by or suggestive of a bell",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 24],"any resonant or metallic sound, esp| one sustained or re-echoed",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 25],"a telephone call",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 26],"the complete set of bells in a tower or belfry",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 27],"an inherent quality or characteristic",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 2],"repeatedly or (of a bell) to emit such a sound",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 2],"to cause (a bell, etc|) to emit a ringing sound by striking it once or",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 3],"(a large bell, esp| a church bell) to emit a ringing sound by pulling on a",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 3],"rope that is attached to a wheel on which the bell swings back and forth, being",2). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 3],"sounded by a clapper inside it",3). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 4],"to sound by being swung in this way",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 5],"(of a building, place, etc|) to be filled with sound; echo",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 7],"foll| by for) to call by means of a bell, buzzer, etc",1). c_DEF([ "ring" ,2, 1, 9],"to call (a person) by telephone",1). c_DEF([ "ring-dyke",1,1,1 ], "a dyke having an approximately circular outcrop of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring-necked pheasant",1,1,1 ], "a common pheasant, Phasianus colchicus, originating in Asia| The male has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring-necked pheasant",1,1,1 ], "bright plumage with a band of white around the neck and the female is mottled brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring-necked",1,1,1 ], "(of animals, esp| certain birds and snakes) having a band of distinctive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring-necked",1,1,1 ], "colour around the neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring-shout",1,1,1 ], "a West African circle dance that has influenced jazz, surviving in the Black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ring-shout",1,1,1 ], "churches of the southern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ring-tailed",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) having a tail marked with rings of a distinctive colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringbolt",1,1,1 ], "a bolt with a ring fitted through an eye attached to the bolt head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringbone",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal bony growth affecting the pastern of a horse, often causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringbone",1,1,1 ], "lameness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringdove",1,1,1 ], "another name for wood pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringdove",1,1,2 ], "an Old World turtledove, Streptopelia risoria, having a greyish plumage with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringdove",1,1,2 ], "black band around the neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringed plover",1,1,1 ], "a European shorebird, Charadrius hiaticula, with a greyish-brown back, white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringed plover",1,1,1 ], "underparts with a black throat band, and orange legs: family Charadriidae (plovers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringed",1,1,1 ], "displaying ringlike markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringed",1,1,2 ], "having or wearing a ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringed",1,1,3 ], "formed by rings; annular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringent",1,1,1 ], "(of the corolla of plants such as the snapdragon) consisting of two distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringent",1,1,1 ], "gaping lips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,1 ], "a quoit thrown so as to encircle a peg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,2 ], "such a throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,3 ], "a contestant, esp| a horse, entered in a competition under false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,3 ], "representations of identity, record, or ability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that is almost identical to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,5 ], "a person or thing that rings a bell, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,6 ], "the fastest shearer in a shed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringer",1,1,7 ], "the fastest or best at anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringgit",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Malaysia, divided into 100 sens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringhals",1,1,1 ], "a venomous elapid snake, Hemachatus hemachatus, of southern Africa, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringhals",1,1,1 ], "spits venom at its enemies from a distance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringing tone",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of pairs of tones heard by the dialler on a telephone when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringing tone",1,1,1 ], "number dialled is ringing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringleader",1,1,1 ], "a person who leads a riot or mutiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringlet",1,1,1 ], "a lock of hair hanging down in a spiral curl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringlet",1,1,2 ], "Europe and have dark brown wings marked with small black-and-white eyespots: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringlet",1,1,2 ], "Satyridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ringlet",1,1,2 ], "any of numerous butterflies of the genus Erebia, most of which occur in S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringmaster",1,1,1 ], "the master of ceremonies in a circus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringside",1,1,1 ], "boxing or wrestling ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringside",1,1,1 ], "the area immediately surrounding an arena, esp| the row of seats nearest a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringside",1,1,1,1 ], "any place affording a close uninterrupted view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringside",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringster",1,1,1 ], "a member of a ring controlling a market in antiques, art treasures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringtail",1,1,1 ], "another name for cacomistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringtail",1,1,2 ], "any of several possums having curling prehensile tails used to grasp branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringtail",1,1,2 ], "while climbing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ringworm",1,1,1 ], "any of various fungal infections of the skin (esp| the scalp) or nails, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ringworm",1,1,1 ], "appearing as itching circular patches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,1 ], "an expanse of ice for skating on, esp| one that is artificially prepared and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,1 ], "under cover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,2 ], "an area for roller skating on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,3 ], "a building or enclosure for ice skating or roller skating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,4 ], "a strip of the green, usually about 5-7 metres wide, on which a game is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,4 ], "played" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,5 ], "the strip of ice on which the game is played, usually 41 by 4 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rink",1,1,6 ], "(in bowls and curling) the players on one side in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rinse",1,1,1 ], "in washing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rinse",1,1,1 ], "to remove soap from (clothes, etc|) by applying clean water in the final stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rinse",1,1,2 ], "to wash lightly, esp| without using soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rinse",1,1,3 ], "to give a light tint to (hair)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rinse",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of rinsing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rinse",1,2,2 ], "a liquid preparation put on the hair when wet to give a tint to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,1,1 ], "a disturbance made by an unruly mob or (in law) three or more persons; tumult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,1,1 ], "or uproar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,2 ], "boisterous activity; unrestrained revelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,3 ], "an occasion of boisterous merriment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,4 ], "a person who occasions boisterous merriment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,5 ], "a dazzling or arresting display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,6 ], "the indiscriminate following of any scent by hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,7 ], "wanton lasciviousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,8 ], "run riot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,8,1 ], "to behave wildly and without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,1,8,2 ], "(of plants) to grow rankly or profusely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,2,1 ], "to take part in a riot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,3,1 ], "to indulge in unrestrained revelry or merriment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riot",1,4,1 ], "to spend (time or money) in wanton or loose living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riotous",1,1,1 ], "proceeding from or of the nature of riots or rioting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riotous",1,1,2 ], "inciting to riot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riotous",1,1,3 ], "characterized by wanton or lascivious revelry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riotous",1,1,4 ], "characterized by boisterous or unrestrained merriment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip off" ,1, 1, 1],"to tear violently or roughly (from)",1). c_DEF([ "rip off" ,1, 1, 2],"to steal from or cheat (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "rip off" ,1, 2, 2],"an article or articles stolen",1). c_DEF([ "rip off" ,1, 2, 3],"a grossly overpriced article",1). c_DEF([ "rip off" ,1, 2, 4],"the act of stealing or cheating",1). c_DEF([ "rip up",1,1,1 ], "to tear (paper, etc|) into small pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip up",1,1,2 ], "to annul, cancel, or unilaterally disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip up",1,1,3 ], "to dig up, dig into, or remove (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",1,1,1 ], "to tear or be torn violently or roughly; split or be rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",1,2,1 ], "to move violently or precipitously; rush headlong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",1,3,1 ], "to pour violent abuse (on); make a verbal attack (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",1,4,1 ], "to saw or split (wood) in the direction of the grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",1,4,2 ], "let rip| to act or speak without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",1,5,1 ], "the place where something is torn; a tear or split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",1,5,2 ], "short for ripsaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",2,1,1 ], "short for riptide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",3,1,1 ], "something or someone of little or no value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip",3,1,2 ], "an old worn-out horse| e" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rip-roaring",1,1,1 ], "characterized by excitement, intensity, or boisterous behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riparian",1,1,1 ], "of, inhabiting, or situated on the bank of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riparian",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the legal rights of the owner of land on a river bank," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riparian",1,1,2 ], "such as fishing or irrigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riparian",1,2,1 ], "a person who owns land on a river bank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripcord",1,1,1 ], "a cord that when pulled opens a parachute from its pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripcord",1,1,2 ], "a cord on the gas bag of a balloon that when pulled opens a panel, enabling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripcord",1,1,2 ], "gas to escape and the balloon to descend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,1,1 ], "(of fruit, grain, etc|) mature and ready to be eaten or used; fully developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,1,2 ], "mature enough to be eaten or used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,1,3 ], "fully developed in mind or body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,1,4 ], "resembling ripe fruit, esp| in redness or fullness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,2,1 ], "ready or eager (to undertake or undergo an action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,3,1 ], "suitable; right or opportune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,3,2 ], "mature in judgment or knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripe",1,3,3 ], "advanced but healthy (esp| in the phrase a ripe old age)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become ripe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripieno",1,1,1 ], "(in baroque concertos and concerti grossi) the full orchestra, as opposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripieno",1,1,1 ], "the instrumental soloists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riposte",1,1,1 ], "a swift sharp reply in speech or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riposte",1,1,2 ], "a counterattack made immediately after a successful parry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riposte",1,2,1 ], "to make a riposte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripper",1,1,1 ], "a person who rips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripper",1,1,2 ], "slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripper",1,1,3 ], "a fine or excellent person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripping",1,1,1 ], "slang| excellent; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripple mark",1,1,1 ], "current in a sandy riverbed, or by wind on land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ripple mark",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of small wavy ridges of sand formed by waves on a beach, by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 1, 1],"a slight wave or undulation on the surface of water",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 1, 2],"a small wave or undulation in fabric, hair, etc",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 1, 3],"a sound reminiscent of water flowing quietly in ripples",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 1, 4],"an oscillation of small amplitude superimposed on a steady value",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 1, 5],"a small rapid",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 1, 6],"another word for ,ripple mark",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 2, 1],"to form ripples or flow with a rippling or undulating motion",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 3, 1],"to stir up (water) so as to form ripples",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 4, 1],"to make ripple marks",1). c_DEF([ "ripple" ,1, 5, 1],"(of sounds) to rise and fall gently",1). c_DEF([ "ripple",2,1,1 ], "a special kind of comb designed to separate the seed from the stalks in flax," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripple",2,1,1 ], "hemp, or broomcorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ripple",2,2,1 ], "to comb with this tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripplet",1,1,1 ], "a tiny ripple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripsaw",1,1,1 ], "a handsaw for cutting along the grain of timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ripsnorter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing noted for its intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riptide",1,1,1 ], "a stretch of turbulent water in the sea, caused by the meeting of currents or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riptide",1,1,1 ], "abrupt changes in depth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "riptide",1,1,2 ], "a strong current, esp| one flowing outwards from the shore, causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riptide",1,1,2 ], "disturbance on the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rise above",1,1,1 ], "to overcome or be unaffected by (something mean or contemptible)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise to",1,1,1 ], "to respond adequately to (the demands of something, esp| a testing challenge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to get up from a lying, sitting, kneeling, or prone position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,10 ], "to increase in amount or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,11 ], "to swell up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,12 ], "to become erect, stiff, or rigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,13 ], "(of one''s stomach or gorge) to manifest or feel nausea; retch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,14 ], "to become actively rebellious; revolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,15 ], "to slope upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,16 ], "to return from the dead; be resurrected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,17 ], "to originate; come into existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,18 ], "(of a session of a court, legislative assembly, etc|) to come to an end;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,18 ], "adjourn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,19 ], "(of fish) to come to the surface of the water, as when taking flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,2 ], "to get out of bed, esp| to begin one's day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,3 ], "to move from a lower to a higher position or place; ascend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,4 ], "to ascend or appear above the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,5 ], "to increase in height or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,6 ], "to attain higher rank, status, or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,7 ], "to be built or erected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,8 ], "to become apparent; appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,1,9 ], "to increase in strength, degree, intensity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,2,1 ], "another term for raise ,1,20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,2,3 ], "to respond (to teasing, etc|) or fall into a trap prepared for one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of rising; ascent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,10 ], "the height of an arch above the impost level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,11 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,11 ], "the act or instance of fish coming to the surface of the water to take flies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,12 ], "the beginning, origin, or source; derivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,13 ], "get a rise out of| Slang| to provoke an angry or petulant reaction from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,14 ], "give rise to| to cause the development of; produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,2 ], "an increase in height; elevation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,3 ], "an increase in rank, status, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,4 ], "an increase in amount, cost, or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,5 ], "an increase in degree or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,6 ], "an increase in salary or wages| U|S| word: raise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,7 ], "a piece of other celestial body above the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,8 ], "the vertical height of a step or of a flight of stairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rise",1,3,9 ], "the vertical height of a roof above the walls or columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riser",1,1,1 ], "a person who rises, esp| from bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riser",1,1,2 ], "the vertical part of a stair or step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riser",1,1,3 ], "a vertical pipe, esp| one within a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risibility",1,1,1 ], "a tendency to laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risibility",1,1,2 ], "hilarity; laughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risible",1,1,1 ], "having a tendency to laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risible",1,1,2 ], "causing laughter; ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rising trot",1,1,1 ], "a horse's trot in which the rider rises from the saddle every second beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rising",1,1,1 ], "an insurrection or rebellion; revolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rising",1,1,2 ], "the yeast or leaven used to make dough rise in baking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rising",1,2,1 ], "increasing in rank, status, or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rising",1,2,2 ], "increasing in maturity; growing up to adulthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk capital",1,1,1 ], "capital invested in an issue of ordinary shares, esp| of a speculative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk capital",1,1,1 ], "enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,1 ], "the possibility of incurring misfortune or loss; hazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,1,1 ], "chance of a loss or other event on which a claim may be filed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,1,2 ], "the type of such an event, such as fire or theft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,1,3 ], "the amount of the claim should such an event occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,1,4 ], "a person or thing considered with respect to the characteristics that may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,1,4 ], "cause an insured event to occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,2 ], "no risk| Austral| informal| an expression of assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,3 ], "of danger involved in it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,1,3 ], "take or run a risk| to proceed in an action without regard to the possibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,2,1 ], "to expose to danger or loss; hazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risk",1,2,2 ], "to act in spite of the possibility of (injury or loss)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risky",1,1,1 ], "riskier, riskiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risky",1,1,2 ], "involving danger; perilous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risotto",1,1,1 ], "a dish of rice cooked in stock and served variously with tomatoes, cheese," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risotto",1,1,1 ], "chicken, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "risqu",1,1,1 ], "bordering on impropriety or indecency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rissole",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of minced cooked meat coated in egg and breadcrumbs, often covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rissole",1,1,1 ], "with pastry, and fried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "risus sardonicus",1,1,1 ], "fixed contraction of the facial muscles resulting in a peculiar distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "risus sardonicus",1,1,1 ], "grin, caused esp| by tetanus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ritardando",1,1,1 ], "another word for rallentando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rite of passage",1,1,1 ], "a ceremony performed in some cultures at times when an individual changes his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rite of passage",1,1,1 ], "status, as at puberty and marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rite",1,1,1 ], "a formal act or procedure prescribed or customary in religious ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rite",1,1,2 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rite",1,1,2 ], "a particular body of such acts or procedures, esp| of a particular Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rite",1,1,3 ], "a Christian Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritenuto",1,2,1 ], "held back momentarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritornello",1,1,1 ], "an orchestral passage between verses of an aria or song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritornello",1,1,2 ], "a ripieno passage in a concerto grosso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritual",1,1,1 ], "the prescribed or established form of a religious or other ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritual",1,1,2 ], "such prescribed forms in general or collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritual",1,1,3 ], "stereotyped activity or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritual",1,1,4 ], "any repetitive behaviour, such as hand-washing, performed by a person with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritual",1,1,4 ], "compulsive personality disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ritual",1,1,5 ], "any formal act, institution, or procedure that is followed consistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritual",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of religious, social, or other rituals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritualism",1,1,1 ], "ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ritualism",1,1,1 ], "emphasis, esp| exaggerated emphasis, on the importance of rites and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritualism",1,1,2 ], "the study of rites and ceremonies, esp| magical or religious ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritualize",1,1,1 ], "to engage in ritualism or devise rituals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritualize",1,2,1 ], "to make (something) into a ritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritzy",1,1,1 ], "ritzier, ritziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ritzy",1,1,2 ], "luxurious or elegant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rit|",1,1,1 ], "ritardando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rit|",1,1,2 ], "ritenuto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rivage",1,1,1 ], "a bank, shore, or coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rival",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, organization, team, etc|, that competes with another for the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rival",1,1,1,1 ], "object or in the same field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rival",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rival",1,3,1 ], "to be the equal or near equal of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rival",1,3,2 ], "to try to equal or surpass; compete with in rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rivalry",1,1,1 ], "the act of rivalling; competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rivalry",1,1,2 ], "the state of being a rival or rivals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rive",1,1,1 ], "(usually passive) to split asunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rive",1,1,2 ], "to tear apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rive",1,1,3 ], "to break (the heart, etc|) or (of the heart) to be broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "river horse",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for the hippopotamus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "river",1,1,1,1 ], "a large natural stream of fresh water flowing along a definite course, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "river",1,1,1,1 ], "into the sea, being fed by tributary streams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "river",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "river",1,1,1,3 ], "riverside; riverbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "river",1,1,2 ], "any abundant stream or flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "river",1,1,3 ], "sell down the river| Informal| to deceive or betray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riverine",1,1,1 ], "of, like, relating to, or produced by a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riverine",1,1,2 ], "located or dwelling near a river; riparian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rivet",1,1,1 ], "a short metal pin for fastening two or more pieces together, having a head at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rivet",1,1,1 ], "one end, the other end being hammered flat after being passed through holes in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rivet",1,1,1 ], "pieces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rivet",1,2,1 ], "to join by riveting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rivet",1,2,2 ], "to hammer in order to form into a head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rivet",1,2,3 ], "to cause to be fixed or held firmly, as in fascinated attention, horror, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riviere",1,1,1 ], "a necklace the diamonds or other precious stones of which gradually increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riviere",1,1,1 ], "in size up to a large centre stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rivulet",1,1,1 ], "a small stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riv|",1,1,1 ], "river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rix-dollar",1,1,1 ], "any of various former Scandinavian or Dutch small silver coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "riyal",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary and currency unit of Saudi Arabia, Yemen, or Dubai" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rly|",1,1,1 ], "railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rmoulade",1,1,1 ], "a mayonnaise sauce flavoured with herbs, mustard, and capers, served with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rmoulade",1,1,1 ], "salads, cold meat, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rms",1,1,1 ], "root mean square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rm|",1,1,1 ], "ream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rm|",1,1,2 ], "room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roach",1,1,1 ], "a European freshwater cyprinid food fish, Rutilus rutilus, having a deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roach",1,1,1 ], "compressed body and reddish ventral and tail fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roach",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roach",2,1,1 ], "short for cockroach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roach",2,1,2 ], "the butt of a cannabis cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roach",3,1,1 ], "imaginary straight line between the clew and the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roach",3,1,1 ], "the amount by which the leech of a fore-and-aft sail projects beyond an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roach",3,1,2 ], "the curve at the foot of a square sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road agent",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a bandit who robbed stagecoaches highwayman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road book",1,1,1 ], "a book of maps, sometimes including a gazetteer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road hog",1,1,1 ], "a selfish or aggressive driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road metal",1,1,1 ], "crushed rock, broken stone, etc|, used to construct a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road rash",1,1,1 ], "a bruise or cut resulting from falling off a skateboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road show",1,1,1 ], "a group of entertainers, esp| pop musicians, on tour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road test",1,1,1 ], "a test to ensure that a vehicle is roadworthy, esp| after repair or servicing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road test",1,1,1 ], "by driving it on roads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "road test",1,2,1 ], "road-test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road test",1,3,1 ], "2| to test a vehicle in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road train",1,1,1 ], "a line of linked trailers pulled by a truck, used for transporting stock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road works",1,1,1 ], "obstruction to traffic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "road works",1,1,1 ], "repairs to a road or cable under a road, esp| when forming a hazard or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,1,1 ], "a street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,1,1 ], "an open way, usually surfaced with tarmac or concrete, providing passage from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,1,1 ], "one place to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,1,2 ], "London Road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,1,3 ], "the roadside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,2 ], "short for railroad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,2,2 ], "Brit| one of the tracks of a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,3 ], "a way, path, or course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,4 ], "a partly sheltered anchorage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,5 ], "a drift or tunnel in a mine, esp| a level one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,6 ], "hit the road| Slang| to start or resume travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,7 ], "on the road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,7,1 ], "travelling about; on tour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,7,2 ], "leading a wandering life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,8 ], "take the road| to begin a journey or tour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road",1,1,9 ], "one for the road| Informal| a last alcoholic drink before leaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road-fund licence",1,1,1 ], "a licence showing that the tax payable in respect of a motor vehicle has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "road-fund licence",1,1,1 ], "paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roadbed",1,1,1 ], "the material used to make a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadbed",1,1,2 ], "a layer of ballast that supports the sleepers of a railway track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadblock",1,1,1 ], "a barrier set up across a road by the police or military, in order to stop a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadblock",1,1,1 ], "fugitive, inspect traffic, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roadholding",1,1,1 ], "speeds, or on sharp bends or wet roads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roadholding",1,1,1 ], "the extent to which a motor vehicle is stable and does not skid, esp| at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadhouse",1,1,1 ], "a pub, restaurant, etc|, that is situated at the side of a road, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadhouse",1,1,1 ], "country road" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roadroller",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle with heavy rollers for compressing road surfaces during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadroller",1,1,1 ], "road-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roadrunner",1,1,1 ], "America, having a streaked plumage and long tail: family Cuculidae (cuckoos)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roadrunner",1,1,1 ], "a terrestrial crested bird, Geococcyx californianus, of Central and S North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadstead",1,1,1 ], "another word for road ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadster",1,1,1 ], "an open car, esp| one seating only two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadster",1,1,2 ], "a kind of bicycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadway",1,1,1 ], "the surface of a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadway",1,1,2 ], "the part of a road that is used by vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadwork",1,1,1 ], "sports training by running along roads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roadworthy",1,1,1 ], "(of a motor vehicle) mechanically sound fit for use on the roads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roam",1,1,1 ], "to travel or walk about with no fixed purpose or direction; wander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roam",1,2,1 ], "the act of roaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roan",1,1,1 ], "(blue roan) coat sprinkled with white hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roan",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) having a bay (red roan), chestnut (strawberry roan), or black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roan",1,2,1 ], "a horse having such a coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roan",1,2,2 ], "a soft unsplit sheepskin leather with a close tough grain, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roan",1,2,2 ], "bookbinding, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roar up",1,1,1 ], "to rebuke or reprimand (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,1 ], "(of lions and other animals) to utter characteristic loud growling cries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,2 ], "(of people) to utter (something) with a loud deep cry, as in anger or triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,3 ], "to laugh in a loud hearty unrestrained manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,4 ], "(of horses) to breathe with laboured rasping sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,5 ], "(of the wind, waves, etc|) to blow or break loudly and violently, as during a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,5 ], "storm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,6 ], "(of a fire) to burn fiercely with a roaring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,1,7 ], "(of a machine, gun, etc|) to operate or move with a loud harsh noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,2,1 ], "to bring (oneself) into a certain condition by roaring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,3,1 ], "a loud deep cry, uttered by a person or crowd, esp| in anger or triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,3,2 ], "a prolonged loud cry of certain animals, esp| lions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roar",1,3,3 ], "any similar noise made by a fire, the wind, waves, artillery, an engine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roaring",1,1,1 ], "very brisk and profitable (esp| in the phrase a roaring trade)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roaring",1,2,1 ], "noisily or boisterously (esp| in the phrase roaring drunk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roaring",1,3,1 ], "a loud prolonged cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roaring",1,3,2 ], "a debilitating breathing defect of horses characterized by rasping sounds with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roaring",1,3,2 ], "each breath: caused by inflammation of the respiratory tract or obstruction of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roaring",1,3,2 ], "larynx" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,1,1 ], "an oven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,1,1 ], "to cook (meat or other food) by dry heat, usually with added fat and esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,1,2 ], "to brown or dry (coffee, etc|) by exposure to heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,1,3 ], "to heat (an ore) in order to produce a concentrate that is easier to smelt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,1,4 ], "sitting before the fire, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,1,4 ], "to heat (oneself or something) to an extreme degree, as when sunbathing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,2,1 ], "to be excessively and uncomfortably hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,2,2 ], "to criticize severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roast",1,3,1 ], "something that has been roasted, esp| meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roasting",1,1,1 ], "extremely hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roasting",1,2,1 ], "severe criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rob",1,1,1 ], "to take something from (someone) illegally, as by force or threat of violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rob",1,2,1 ], "to plunder (a house, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rob",1,3,1 ], "to deprive unjustly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robalo",1,1,1 ], "(mostly marine) waters| Some of the larger species, such as the snooks, are important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robalo",1,1,1 ], "any percoid fish of the family Centropomidae, occurring in warm and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robalo",1,1,1 ], "food fishes and many of the smaller ones are aquarium fishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "roband",1,1,1 ], "a piece of marline used for fastening a sail to a spar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robber crab",1,1,1 ], "a terrestrial crab, Birgus latro, of the Indo-Pacific region, known for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robber crab",1,1,1 ], "habit of climbing coconut palms to feed on the nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robber fly",1,1,1 ], "any of the predatory dipterous flies constituting the family Asilidae, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robber fly",1,1,1 ], "have a strong bristly body with piercing mouthparts and which prey on other insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robbery",1,1,1 ], "the stealing of property from a person by using or threatening to use force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robbery",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of robbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robbin",1,1,1 ], "another word for roband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robe",1,1,1 ], "academic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robe",1,1,1 ], "any loose flowing garment, esp| the official vestment of a peer, judge, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robe",1,1,2 ], "a dressing gown or bathrobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robe",1,1,3 ], "a wardrobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robe",1,2,1 ], "to put a robe, etc|, on (oneself or someone else); dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robe-de-chambre",1,1,1 ], "a dressing gown or bathrobe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robin",1,1,1 ], "a small Old World songbird, Erithacus rubecula, related to the thrushes:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robin",1,1,1 ], "family Muscicapidae|The male has a brown back, orange-red breast and face, and grey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robin",1,1,1 ], "underparts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "robin",1,1,2 ], "Old World robin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robin",1,1,2 ], "a North American thrush, Turdus migratorius, similar to but larger than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robin",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar birds having a reddish breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robing room",1,1,1 ], "a room in a palace, court, legislature, etc|, where official robes of office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robing room",1,1,1 ], "are put on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,1,1 ], "any tree of the leguminous genus Robinia, esp| the locust tree (see locust 1,2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,2,1,1 ], "a light greenish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,1 ], "Edward G 1893-1973, U|S| film actor, famous esp| for gangster roles: his films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,1 ], "include Little Caesar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,2 ], "(1937), Brother Orchid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,3 ], "(1940), and All My Sons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,4 ], "(1948)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,5 ], "Edwin Arlington| 1869-1935, U|S| poet, author of narrative verse, often based" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,5 ], "Twice (1924), and Tristram (1927)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,5 ], "on Arthurian legend| His works include Collected Poems (1922), The Man Who Died" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,6 ], "Sugar Ray, original name Walker Smith| born 1920, U|S| boxer, winner of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robinia",1,3,6 ], "world middleweight championship on five separate occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roble",1,1,1 ], "an oak tree, Quercus lobata, of California, having leathery leaves and slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roble",1,1,1 ], "pointed acorns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roble",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar or related trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roborant",1,1,1 ], "tending to fortify or increase strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roborant",1,2,1 ], "a drug or agent that increases strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robot bomb",1,1,1 ], "another name for the V-1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robot",1,1,1 ], "any automated machine programmed to perform specific mechanical functions in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robot",1,1,1 ], "the manner of a man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "robot",1,1,2 ], "not controlled by man; automatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robot",1,1,3 ], "a person who works or behaves like a machine; automaton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robot",1,1,4 ], "a set of traffic lights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robust",1,1,1 ], "strong in constitution; hardy; vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robust",1,1,2 ], "sturdily built" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robust",1,1,3 ], "requiring or suited to physical strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robust",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of wines) having a rich full-bodied flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robust",1,1,5 ], "rough or boisterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robust",1,1,6 ], "(of thought, intellect, etc|) straightforward and imbued with common sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robustious",1,1,1 ], "rough; boisterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "robustious",1,1,2 ], "strong, robust, or stout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roc",1,1,1 ], "(in Arabian legend) a bird of enormous size and power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocaille",1,1,1 ], "decorative rock or shell work, esp| as ornamentation in a rococo fountain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocaille",1,1,1 ], "grotto, or interior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocambole",1,1,1 ], "a variety of sand leek whose garlic-like bulb is used for seasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roche moutonn" ,1, 1, 1],"na rounded mass of rock smoothed and striated by ice that has flowed over it",1). c_DEF([ "rochet",1,1,1 ], "a white surplice with tight sleeves, worn by bishops, abbots, and certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rochet",1,1,1 ], "other Church dignitaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock bass",1,1,1 ], "a North American freshwater percoid fish, Ambloplites rupestris: an important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock bass",1,1,1 ], "food fish; family Centrarchidae (sunfishes, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock bass",1,1,2 ], "any similar or related fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock bottom",1,1,1,1 ], "the lowest possible level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock bottom",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock brake",1,1,1 ], "any of various ferns of the genera Pellaea and Cryptogramma, which grow on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock brake",1,1,1 ], "rocky ground and have sori at the ends of the veins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock cake",1,1,1 ], "a small cake containing dried fruit and spice, with a rough surface supposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock cake",1,1,1 ], "to resemble a rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock candy",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for rock ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock crystal",1,1,1 ], "a pure transparent colourless quartz, used in electronic and optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock crystal",1,1,1 ], "equipment| Formula: SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock dove",1,1,1 ], "a common dove, Columba livia, from which domestic and feral pigeons are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock dove",1,1,1 ], "descended| It has a pale grey plumage with black-striped wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock garden",1,1,1 ], "a garden featuring rocks or rockeries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock hopper",1,1,1 ], "a penguin, Eudyptes crestatus, of the New Zealand area, with a yellow crest on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock hopper",1,1,1 ], "each side of its head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock lobster",1,1,1 ], "another name for the spiny lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock melon",1,1,1 ], "another name for cantaloupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock oil",1,1,1 ], "another name for petroleum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock pigeon",1,1,1 ], "another name for rock dove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock plant",1,1,1 ], "any plant that grows on rocks or in rocky ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock salmon",1,1,1 ], "any of several coarse fishes when used as food, esp| the dogfish or wolffish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock salt",1,1,1 ], "another name for halite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock snake",1,1,1 ], "any large Australasian python of the genus Liasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock wool",1,1,1 ], "another name for mineral wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,1 ], "any aggregate of minerals that makes up part of the earth's crust| It may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,1 ], "coal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,1 ], "unconsolidated, such as a sand, clay, or mud, or consolidated, such as granite, limestone, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,2 ], "any hard mass of consolidated mineral matter, such as a boulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,3 ], "a stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing suggesting a rock, esp| in being dependable, unchanging, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,4 ], "providing firm foundation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,5 ], "a hard sweet, typically a long brightly-coloured peppermint-flavoured stick," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,5 ], "sold esp| in holiday resorts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,6 ], "a jewel, esp| a diamond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,7 ], "short for rock salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,8 ], "the testicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,9 ], "on the rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,9,1 ], "in a state of ruin or destitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",1,1,9,2 ], "(of drinks, esp| whisky) served with ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move from side to side or backwards and forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,1,2 ], "emotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,1,2 ], "to reel or sway or cause (someone) to reel or sway, as with a violent shock or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,2,1 ], "to shake or move (something) violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,3,1 ], "to dance in the rock-and-roll style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,3,2 ], "to wash (ore) or (of ore) to be washed in a cradle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,4,1 ], "to roughen (a copper plate) with a rocker before engraving a mezzotint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,4,2 ], "rock the boat| to create a disturbance; make trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,5,1 ], "a rocking motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,5,2 ], "short for rock-and-roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,5,3 ], "any of various styles of pop music having a heavy beat, derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock",2,5,3 ], "rock-and-roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock-'n'-roll",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rock-and-roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock-and-roll",1,1,1,1 ], "a type of pop music originating in the 1950s as a blend of rhythm-and-blues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock-and-roll",1,1,1,1 ], "and country-and-western| It is generally based upon the twelve-bar blues, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock-and-roll",1,1,1,1 ], "second and fourth beats in each bar being heavily accented" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rock-and-roll",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock-and-roll",1,1,2 ], "beat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rock-and-roll",1,1,2 ], "dancing performed to such music, with exaggerated body movements stressing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock-and-roll",1,2,1 ], "to perform this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rock-bound",1,1,1 ], "hemmed in or encircled by rocks| Also (poetic): rock-girt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockabilly",1,1,1,1 ], "rock music containing a strong country-and-western element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockabilly",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockaway",1,1,1 ], "a four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage, usually with two seats and a hard top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker arm",1,1,1 ], "a lever that rocks about a central pivot, esp| one in an internal-combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker arm",1,1,1 ], "engine that transmits the motion of a pushrod or cam to a valve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,1 ], "any of various devices that transmit or operate with a rocking motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,2 ], "another word for rocking chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,3 ], "either of two curved supports on the legs of a chair or other article of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,3 ], "furniture on which it may rock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,4 ], "a steel tool with a curved toothed cage, used to roughen the copper plate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,4 ], "engraving a mezzotint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,5 ], "another word for cradle ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,5,1 ], "a figure consisting of three interconnecting circles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,5,1 ], "an ice skate with a curved blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,5,2 ], "a half turn in which the skater turns through 180 degrees , so facing about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,5,2 ], "the curve itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,5,2 ], "while continuing to move in the same direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,6 ], "a member of a group of teenagers in the mid-1960s who characteristically wore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,6 ], "leather jackets and rode powerful motorcycles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocker",1,1,7 ], "off one's rocker| Slang| crazy; demented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockery",1,1,1 ], "a garden constructed with rocks, esp| one where alpine plants are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket engine",1,1,1 ], "a reaction engine in which a fuel and oxidizer are burnt in a combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket engine",1,1,1 ], "chamber, the products of combustion expanding through a nozzle and producing thrust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,1,1 ], "a self-propelling device, esp| a cylinder containing a mixture of solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,1,1 ], "explosives, used as a firework, distress signal, line carrier, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,1,1,1 ], "any vehicle propelled by a rocket engine, esp| one used to carry a warhead," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,1,1,1 ], "spacecraft, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,1,2 ], "a severe reprimand (esp| in the phrase get a rocket)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,2,1 ], "to propel (a missile, spacecraft, etc|) by means of a rocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,3,1 ], "to move off at high speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",1,4,1 ], "to rise rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean cruciferous plant, Eruca sativa, having yellowish-white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,1 ], "flowers and leaves used as a salad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,2 ], "any of several plants of the related genus Sisymbrium, esp| S| irio , which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,2 ], "grow on waste ground and have pale yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,3 ], "Barbarea, esp| B| vulgaris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,3 ], "yellow rocket| any of several yellow-flowered plants of the related genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,4 ], "maritima, which grow along the seashores of Europe and North America and have mauve," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,4 ], "pink, or white flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,4 ], "sea rocket| any of several plants of the related genus Cakile, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocket",2,1,5 ], "dame's rocket| another name for dame's violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocketeer",1,1,1 ], "an engineer or scientist concerned with the design, operation, or launching of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocketeer",1,1,1 ], "rockets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocketry",1,1,1 ], "launching of rockets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocketry",1,1,1 ], "the science and technology of the design, operation, maintenance, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockfish",1,1,1 ], "any of various fishes that live among rocks, esp| scorpaenid fishes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockfish",1,1,1 ], "coastal waters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rockfish",1,1,1 ], "genus Sebastodes and related genera, such as S| caurinus of North American Pacific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocking chair",1,1,1 ], "a chair set on curving supports so that the sitter may rock backwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocking chair",1,1,1 ], "forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocking horse",1,1,1 ], "a toy horse mounted on a pair of rockers on which a child can rock to and fro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocking horse",1,1,1 ], "in a seesaw movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rocking stone",1,1,1 ], "a boulder so delicately poised that it can be rocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockling",1,1,1 ], "any small gadoid fish of the genera Gaidropsarus, Ciliata, etc| (formerly all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockling",1,1,1 ], "included in Motella), which have an elongated body with barbels around the mouth and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rockling",1,1,1 ], "occur mainly in the North Atlantic Ocean" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rockoon",1,1,1 ], "a rocket carrying scientific equipment for studying the upper atmosphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockoon",1,1,1 ], "fired from a balloon at high altitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rockrose",1,1,1 ], "any of various cistaceous shrubs or herbaceous plants of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockrose",1,1,1 ], "genera Helianthemum, Tuberaria, and Cistus, cultivated for their yellow-white or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rockrose",1,1,1 ], "reddish roselike flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rockshaft",1,1,1 ], "a shaft that rotates backwards and forwards rather than continuously, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rockshaft",1,1,1 ], "used in the valve gear of a steam engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rockweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various seaweeds that grow on rocks exposed at low tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocky",1,1,1 ], "rockier, rockiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocky",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or abounding in rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocky",1,1,3 ], "hard or unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocky",1,1,4 ], "hard like rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocky",2,1,1 ], "rockier, rockiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocky",2,1,2 ], "weak, shaky, or unstable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rocky",2,1,3 ], "(of a person) dizzy sickly nauseated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,1,1 ], "18th century and spread throughout Europe, characterized by elaborate but graceful" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,1,1 ], "a style of architecture and decoration that originated in France in the early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,1,1 ], "ornamentation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,1,2 ], "an 18th-century style of music characterized by petite prettiness, a decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,1,2 ], "in the use of counterpoint, and extreme use of ornamentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,1,3 ], "any florid or excessively ornamental style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,2,1 ], "denoting, being in, or relating to the rococo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rococo",1,2,2 ], "florid or excessively elaborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,1 ], "a slim cylinder of metal, wood, etc|; stick or shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,10 ], "a slang word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,11 ], "a slang name for pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,12 ], "short for hot rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,2 ], "a switch or bundle of switches used to administer corporal punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,3 ], "any of various staffs of insignia or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,4 ], "power, esp| of a tyrannical kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,5 ], "a straight slender shoot, stem, or cane of a woody plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,5,1 ], "a unit of length equal to 5 yards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,5,2 ], "a unit of square measure equal to 30 square yards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,6 ], "a straight narrow board marked with the dimensions of a piece of joinery, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,6 ], "the spacing of steps on a staircase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,7 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for staff ,1,8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,8 ], "any of the elongated cylindrical cells in the retina of the eye, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,8 ], "the visual purple (rhodopsin), which are sensitive to dim light but not to colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rod",1,1,9 ], "any rod-shaped bacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rode",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of ride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rode",2,1,1 ], "an anchor rope or chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodent operative",1,1,1 ], "facetious or pompous names for a rat-catcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodent",1,1,1,1 ], "Rodentia, having constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing| The group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rodent",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the relatively small placental mammals that constitute the order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodent",1,1,1,1 ], "includes porcupines, rats, mice, squirrels, marmots, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rodent",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodenticide",1,1,1 ], "a substance used for killing rats, mice, and other rodents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodeo",1,1,1 ], "a display of the skills of cowboys, including bareback riding, steer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodeo",1,1,1 ], "wrangling, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rodeo",1,1,2 ], "the rounding up of cattle for branding, counting, inspection, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodeo",1,1,3 ], "an enclosure for cattle that have been rounded up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodomontade",1,1,1,1 ], "boastful words or behaviour; bragging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodomontade",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rodomontade",1,2,1 ], "to boast, bluster, or rant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roe deer",1,1,1 ], "The antlers are small and the summer coat is reddish-brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roe deer",1,1,1 ], "a small graceful deer, Capreolus capreolus, of woodlands of Europe and Asia|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roe",1,1,1 ], "the ovary of a female fish filled with mature eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roe",1,1,2 ], "the testis of a male fish filled with mature sperm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roe",1,1,3 ], "the ripe ovary of certain crustaceans, such as the lobster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roe",2,1,1 ], "short for roe deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roebuck",1,1,1 ], "the male of the roe deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgen equivalent man",1,1,1 ], "roentgen of x- or gamma-radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roentgen equivalent man",1,1,1 ], "the dose of ionizing radiation that produces the same effect in man as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgen ray",1,1,1 ], "a former name for x-ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgen",1,1,1 ], "a unit of dose of electromagnetic radiation equal to the dose that will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgen",1,1,1 ], "completely| Symbol: R or r" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "roentgen",1,1,1 ], "electrons of both signs liberated in a volume of air of mass one kilogram are stopped" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "roentgen",1,1,1 ], "produce in air a charge of 0|258 X 10'-'3 coulomb on all ions of one sign, when all the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roentgenize",1,1,1 ], "to bombard with x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgeno-",1,1,1 ], "indicating x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgenogram",1,1,1 ], "an x-ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgenology",1,1,1 ], "another name for radiology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgenopaque",1,1,1 ], "(of a material) not allowing the transmission of x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgenoscope",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for fluoroscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roentgenotherapy",1,1,1 ], "the therapeutic use of x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogation",1,1,1 ], "a solemn supplication, esp| in a form of ceremony prescribed by the Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogatory",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in legal contexts) seeking or authorized to seek information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roger",1,1,1 ], "(used in signalling, telecommunications, etc|) message received and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roger",1,1,1 ], "understood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roger",1,1,2 ], "an expression of agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roger",1,2,1 ], "(of a man) to copulate (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,1 ], "a dishonest or unprincipled person, esp| a man; rascal; scoundrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous or wayward person, often a child; scamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,3 ], "any inferior or defective specimen, esp| a defective crop plant, or one of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,3 ], "different, unwanted variety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,4 ], "a vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,4,1 ], "a solitary life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,4,1 ], "an animal of vicious character that has separated from the main herd and leads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogue",1,2,1 ], "to remove (plants) from the main crop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roguery",1,1,1 ], "behaviour characteristic of a rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roguery",1,1,2 ], "a roguish or mischievous act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogues' gallery",1,1,1 ], "a collection of portraits of known criminals kept by the police for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rogues' gallery",1,1,1 ], "identification purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roguish",1,1,1 ], "dishonest or unprincipled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roguish",1,1,2 ], "mischievous or arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roil",1,1,1 ], "to make (a liquid) cloudy or turbid by stirring up dregs or sediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roil",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a liquid) to be agitated or disturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roil",1,3,1,1 ], "to be noisy or boisterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roil",1,3,1,2 ], "another word for rile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roily",1,1,1 ], "roilier, roiliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roily",1,1,2 ], "cloudy or muddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roister",1,1,1 ], "to engage in noisy or unrestrained merrymaking; revel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roister",1,1,2 ], "to brag, bluster, or swagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rojak",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a salad dish served in chilli sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "role",1,1,1 ], "a part or character in a play, film, etc|, to be played by an actor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "role",1,1,1 ], "actress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "role",1,1,2 ], "expectation of what is appropriate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "role",1,1,2 ], "the part played by a person in a particular social setting, influenced by his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "role",1,1,3 ], "usual or customary function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "role-playing",1,1,1 ], "activity in which a person imitates, consciously or unconsciously, a role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "role-playing",1,1,1 ], "uncharacteristic of himself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll call",1,1,1 ], "the reading aloud of an official list of names, those present responding when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll call",1,1,1 ], "their names are read out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll call",1,1,2 ], "the time or signal for such a reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll film",1,1,1 ], "a length of photographic film backed with opaque paper and rolled on a spool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll in",1,1,1 ], "to arrive in abundance or in large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll in",1,1,2 ], "to arrive at one's destination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll in",1,1,3 ], "be rolling in|Slang| to abound or luxuriate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll in",1,1,4 ], "(wealth, money, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll in",1,1,5 ], "to return (the ball) to play after it has crossed the touchline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll of honour",1,1,1 ], "a list of those who have died in war for their country, esp| those from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll of honour",1,1,1 ], "particular locality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,1,1 ], "quickly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,1,1 ], "used to express the wish that an eagerly anticipated event or date will come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,2,1 ], "(of a deodorant, etc|) dispensed by means of a revolving ball fitted into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,2,1 ], "neck of the container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,3,1 ], "a woman's foundation garment, made of elasticized material and having no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,3,1 ], "fastenings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,3,2 ], "a liquid cosmetic, esp| a deodorant, packed in a container having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll on",1,3,2 ], "applicator consisting of a revolving ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll up",1,1,1 ], "to form or cause to form a cylindrical shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll up",1,2,1 ], "to wrap (an object) round on itself or on an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll up",1,3,1 ], "to arrive, esp| in a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move along by turning over and over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move along on wheels or rollers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,1,3 ], "to flow or cause to flow onwards in an undulating movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,10,1 ], "to rob (a helpless person, such as someone drunk or asleep)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,11,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse or foreplay with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,11,2 ], "movement, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,11,2 ], "start the ball rolling| Informal| to open or initiate (an action, discussion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,1 ], "the act or an instance of rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,10 ], "a swaying, rolling, or unsteady movement or gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,11 ], "a deep prolonged reverberating sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,12 ], "a rhythmical cadenced flow of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,13 ], "a trilling sound; trill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,14 ], "a very rapid beating of the sticks on a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,15 ], "a flight manoeuvre in which an aircraft makes one complete rotation about its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,15 ], "longitudinal axis without loss of height or change in direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,16 ], "rolling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,16 ], "the angular displacement of a vessel, rocket, missile, etc|, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,17 ], "a throw of dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,18 ], "a bookbinder's tool having a brass wheel, used to impress a line or repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,18 ], "pattern on the cover of a book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,19 ], "an act of sexual intercourse or petting (esp| in the phrase a roll in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,19 ], "hay)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,2 ], "anything rolled up in a cylindrical form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,20 ], "an amount of money, esp| a wad of paper money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,21 ], "strike off the roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,21,1 ], "to expel from membership" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,21,2 ], "to debar (a solicitor) from practising, usually because of dishonesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,3 ], "an official list or register, esp| of names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,4 ], "a rounded mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,5 ], "a strip of material, esp| leather, fitted with pockets or pouches for holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,5 ], "tools, toilet articles, needles and thread, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,6 ], "a cylinder used to flatten something; roller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,7 ], "a small loaf of bread for one person: eaten plain, with butter, or with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,7 ], "meat, egg, salad, or other filling, as a light meal or snack or as a side dish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,8 ], "a flat pastry or cake rolled up with a meat (sausage roll), jam (jam roll), or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,8 ], "other filling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,12,9 ], "a swell, ripple, or undulation on a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,2,1 ], "to extend in undulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,3,1 ], "to move or occur in cycles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,4,1 ], "(of a planet, the moon, etc|) to revolve in an orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,1 ], "to pass or elapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,2 ], "to rotate or cause to rotate wholly or partially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,3 ], "or cylinder; coil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,3 ], "to curl, cause to curl, or admit of being curled, so as to form a ball, tube," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,4 ], "to make or form by shaping into a ball, tube, or cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,5 ], "(often foll| by out) to spread or cause to spread out flat or smooth under or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,5 ], "as if under a roller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,6 ], "to emit, produce, or utter with a deep prolonged reverberating sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,5,7 ], "to trill or cause to be trilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,6,1 ], "(of a vessel, aircraft, rocket, etc|) to turn from side to side around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,6,1 ], "longitudinal axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,6,2 ], "(sense 38)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,6,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to execute a roll or (of an aircraft) to execute a roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,7,1 ], "to walk with a swaying gait, as when drunk; sway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,8,1 ], "to apply ink to (type, etc|) with a roller or rollers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,8,2 ], "to throw (dice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,9,1 ], "to operate or begin to operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll",1,9,2 ], "to make progress; move or go ahead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll-on/roll-off",1,1,1 ], "denoting a cargo ship or ferry designed so that lorries and trailers can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll-on/roll-off",1,1,1 ], "driven straight on and straight off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roll-top desk",1,1,1 ], "a desk having a slatted wooden panel that can be pulled down over the writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roll-top desk",1,1,1 ], "surface when not in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rollaway",1,1,1 ], "as modifier mounted on rollers so as to be easily moved, esp| to be stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollaway",1,1,1 ], "away after use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rollbar",1,1,1 ], "a bar that reinforces the frame of a car used for racing, rallying, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollbar",1,1,1 ], "protect the driver if the car should turn over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rolled gold",1,1,1 ], "a metal, such as brass, coated with a thin layer of gold, usually of above 9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolled gold",1,1,1 ], "carat purity| It is used in inexpensive jewellery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rolled-steel joist",1,1,1 ], "a steel beam, esp| one with a cross section in the form of a letter H or I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller bearing",1,1,1 ], "a bearing in which a shaft runs on a number of hardened-steel rollers held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller bearing",1,1,1 ], "within a cage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller coaster",1,1,1 ], "another term for big dipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller derby",1,1,1 ], "a race on roller skates, esp| one involving aggressive tactics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller skate" ,1, 1, 1],"a device having clamps and straps for fastening to a boot or shoe and four",1). c_DEF([ "roller skate" ,1, 1, 1],"small wheels that enable the wearer to glide swiftly over a floor or other surface",2). c_DEF([ "roller skate" ,1, 2, 1],"er-skate",1). c_DEF([ "roller skate" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|) to move on roller skates",1). c_DEF([ "roller towel",1,1,1 ], "a towel with the two ends sewn together, hung on a roller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,1 ], "a cylinder having an absorbent surface and a handle, used for spreading paint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,10 ], "a bandage consisting of a long strip of muslin or cheesecloth rolled tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,10 ], "into a cylindrical form before application" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,11 ], "a band fastened around a horse's belly to keep a blanket in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,12 ], "any of various Old World birds of the family Coraciidae, such as Coracias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,12 ], "erratic flight: order Coraciiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,12 ], "garrulus , that have a blue, green, and brown plumage, a slightly hooked bill, and an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,13 ], "(kingfishers, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,14 ], "a variety of tumbler pigeon that performs characteristic backward somersaults" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,14 ], "in flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,15 ], "a person or thing that rolls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,16 ], "a man who rolls and trims fleeces after shearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,17 ], "short for roadroller or steamroller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,2 ], "a heavy cast-iron cylinder or pair of cylinders on an axle to which a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,2 ], "is attached; used for flattening lawns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,3 ], "a long heavy wave of the sea, advancing towards the shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,4 ], "a hardened cylinder of precision-ground steel that forms one of the rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,4 ], "components of a roller bearing or of a linked driving chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,5 ], "a cylinder fitted on pivots, used to enable heavy objects to be easily moved;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,5 ], "castor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,6 ], "a cylinder, usually of hard rubber, used to ink a forme or plate before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,6 ], "impression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,7 ], "a cylindrical tube or barrel onto which material is rolled for transport or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,7 ], "storage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,8 ], "any of various other cylindrical devices that rotate about a cylinder, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,8 ], "for any of various purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,9 ], "a small cylinder, esp| one that is heated, onto which a woman's hair may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roller",1,1,9 ], "rolled to make it curl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rollick",1,1,1 ], "to behave in a carefree, frolicsome, or boisterous manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollick",1,2,1 ], "a boisterous or carefree escapade or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling hitch",1,1,1 ], "a knot used for fastening one rope to another or to a spar, being easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling hitch",1,1,1 ], "released but jamming when the rope is pulled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rolling mill",1,1,1 ], "a mill or factory where ingots of heated metal are passed between rollers to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling mill",1,1,1 ], "produce sheets or bars of a required cross section and form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rolling mill",1,1,2 ], "a machine having rollers that may be shaped to reduce ingots, etc|, to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling mill",1,1,2 ], "required cross section and form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rolling pin",1,1,1 ], "a cylinder with handles at both ends, often of wood, used for rolling dough," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling pin",1,1,1 ], "pastry, etc|, out flat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rolling stock",1,1,1 ], "locomotives, passenger coaches, freight wagons, guard's vans, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rolling stock",1,1,1 ], "the wheeled vehicles collectively used on a railway, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling stone",1,1,1 ], "a restless or wandering person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling",1,1,1 ], "having gentle rising and falling slopes; undulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling",1,1,2 ], "deeply resounding; reverberating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling",1,1,3 ], "that may be turned up or down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling",1,1,4 ], "extremely rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rolling",1,2,1 ], "swaying or staggering (in the phrase rolling drunk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollmop",1,1,1 ], "a herring fillet rolled, usually around onion slices, and pickled in spiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollmop",1,1,1 ], "vinegar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rollneck",1,1,1 ], "(of a garment) having a high neck that may be rolled over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollneck",1,2,1 ], "a rollneck sweater or other garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollway",1,1,1 ], "an incline down which logs are rolled for transportation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollway",1,1,2 ], "a series of rollers laid parallel to each other, over which heavy loads may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rollway",1,1,2 ], "moved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roly-poly" ,1, 1, 1],"plump, buxom, or rotund",1). c_DEF([ "roly-poly" ,1, 2, 1],"lies",1). c_DEF([ "roly-poly" ,1, 2, 2],"a strip of suet pastry spread with jam, fruit, or a savoury mixture, rolled",1). c_DEF([ "roly-poly" ,1, 2, 2],"up, and baked or steamed as a pudding",2). c_DEF([ "roly-poly" ,1, 2, 3],"a plump, buxom, or rotund person",1). c_DEF([ "romaine",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for cos'1 (lettuce)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romaji",1,1,1 ], "the Roman alphabet as used to write Japanese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roman",1,1,1 ], "a novel in which real people are depicted under fictitious names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roman",1,1,1 ], "of type for most printed matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roman",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a vertical style of printing type: the usual form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roman",1,2,1 ], "roman type or print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roman",2,1,1 ], "a metrical narrative in medieval French literature derived from the chansons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roman",2,1,1 ], "de geste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roman-fleuve",1,1,1 ], "a novel or series of novels dealing with a family or other group over several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roman-fleuve",1,1,1 ], "generations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,1 ], "(r@@!mns, !r@@$umns)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,10 ], "a story, novel, film, etc|, dealing with love, usually in an idealized or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,10 ], "sentimental way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,11 ], "an extravagant, absurd, or fantastic account or explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,12 ], "a lyrical song or short instrumental composition having a simple melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,2 ], "a love affair, esp| an intense and happy but short-lived affair involving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,2 ], "young people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,3 ], "love, esp| romantic love idealized for its purity or beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,4 ], "a spirit of or inclination for adventure, excitement, or mystery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,5 ], "a mysterious, exciting, sentimental, or nostalgic quality, esp| one associated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,5 ], "with a place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,6 ], "Ages, dealing with strange and exciting adventures of chivalrous heroes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,6 ], "a narrative in verse or prose, written in a vernacular language in the Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,7 ], "any similar narrative work dealing with events and characters remote from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,7 ], "ordinary life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,8 ], "the literary genre represented by works of these kinds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,9 ], "(in Spanish literature) a short narrative poem, usually an epic or historical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,1,9 ], "ballad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,2,1 ], "(r@@!mns)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,3,1 ], "to tell, invent, or write extravagant or romantic fictions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romance",1,4,1 ], "to tell extravagant or improbable lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, imbued with, or characterized by romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,2 ], "evoking or given to thoughts and feelings of love, esp| idealized or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,2 ], "sentimental love" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,3 ], "impractical, visionary, or idealistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,4 ], "imaginary or fictitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,5 ], "content rather than order and form, on the sublime, supernatural, and exotic, and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,5 ], "free expression of the passions and individuality" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,5 ], "late 18th and early 19th centuries, characterized by an emphasis on feeling and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to a movement in European art, music, and literature in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is romantic, as in being idealistic, amorous, or soulful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,2,2 ], "a person whose tastes in art, literature, etc|, lie mainly in romanticism;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,2,2 ], "romanticist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,2,3 ], "a poet, composer, etc|, of the romantic period or whose main inspiration or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romantic",1,2,3 ], "interest is romanticism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romanticism",1,1,1 ], "the late 18th and early 19th centuries, usually opposed to classicism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "romanticism",1,1,1 ], "the theory, practice, and style of the romantic art, music, and literature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romanticism",1,1,2 ], "romantic attitudes, ideals, or qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romanticize",1,1,1 ], "to think or act in a romantic way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romanticize",1,2,1 ], "to interpret according to romantic precepts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romanticize",1,2,2 ], "to make or become romantic, as in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romaunt",1,1,1 ], "a verse romance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romp through",1,1,1 ], "to progress quickly and easily through something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romp",1,1,1 ], "to play or run about wildly, boisterously, or joyfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romp",1,1,2 ], "romp home to win a race, etc|, easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romp",1,2,1 ], "a noisy or boisterous game or prank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romp",1,2,2 ], "a playful or boisterous child, esp| a girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "romp",1,2,3 ], "an easy victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rompers",1,1,1 ], "a one-piece baby garment consisting of trousers and a bib with straps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rom|",1,1,1 ], "roman (type)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rondeau",1,1,1 ], "a poem consisting of 13 or 10 lines with two rhymes and having the opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rondeau",1,1,1 ], "words of the first line used as an unrhymed refrain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rondel",1,1,1 ], "a rondeau consisting of three stanzas of 13 or 14 lines with a two-line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rondel",1,1,1 ], "refrain appearing twice or three times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rondelet",1,1,1 ], "a brief rondeau, having five or seven lines and a refrain taken from the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rondelet",1,1,1 ], "line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rondo",1,1,1 ], "a piece of music in which a refrain is repeated between episodes: often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rondo",1,1,1 ], "constitutes the form of the last movement of a sonata or concerto" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rondure",1,1,1 ], "a circle or curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rondure",1,1,2 ], "roundness or curvature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rone",1,1,1 ], "a drainpipe or gutter for carrying rainwater from a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ronggeng",1,1,1 ], "a Malay traditional dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ronin",1,1,1 ], "a lordless samurai, esp| one reduced to banditry by the death of his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ronin",1,1,2 ], "such samurai collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roo",1,1,1 ], "a kangaroo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rood",1,1,1,1 ], "a church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rood",1,1,1,1 ], "a crucifix, esp| one set on a beam or screen at the entrance to the chancel of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rood",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rood",1,1,2 ], "the Cross on which Christ was crucified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rood",1,1,3 ], "a unit of area equal to one quarter of an acre or 0|10117 hectares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rood",1,1,4 ], "a unit of area equal to one square rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof garden",1,1,1 ], "a garden on a flat roof of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof rack",1,1,1 ], "a rack attached to the roof of a motor vehicle for carrying luggage, skis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof rack",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,1,1 ], "a structure that covers or forms the top of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,1,2 ], "the rooftop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,2 ], "the top covering of a vehicle, oven, or other structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,3 ], "any structure that covers an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,4 ], "a highest or topmost point or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,5 ], "a house or other shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,1,6 ], "hit the roof| Informal| to get extremely angry; become furious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roof",1,2,1 ], "to provide or cover with a roof or rooflike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roofing",1,1,1 ], "material used to construct a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roofing",1,1,2 ], "the act of constructing a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooftree",1,1,1 ], "another name for ridgepole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooinek",1,1,1 ], "a facetious name for an Englishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rook",1,1,1 ], "a large Eurasian passerine bird, Corvus frugilegus, with a black plumage and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rook",1,1,1 ], "whitish base to its bill: family Corvidae (crows)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rook",1,1,2 ], "a swindler or cheat, esp| one who cheats at cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rook",1,2,1 ], "to overcharge, swindle, or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rook",2,1,1 ], "a chess piece that may move any number of unoccupied squares in a straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rook",2,1,1 ], "line, horizontally or vertically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rookery",1,1,1 ], "a group of nesting rooks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rookery",1,1,2 ], "a clump of trees containing rooks' nests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rookery",1,1,3 ], "a group of breeding birds of certain other species, esp| penguins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rookie",1,1,1 ], "an inexperienced person or newcomer, esp| a raw recruit in the army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooky",1,1,1 ], "rookier, rookiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooky",1,1,2 ], "abounding in rooks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room service",1,1,1 ], "service in a hotel providing meals, etc|, in guests' rooms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room temperature",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "room temperature",1,1,1 ], "the normal temperature of a living room, usually taken as being around 20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,1,1 ], "purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,1,1 ], "space or extent, esp| unoccupied or unobstructed space for a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,1,2 ], "an area within a building enclosed by a floor, a ceiling, and walls or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,1,2 ], "partitions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,1,3 ], "the people present in a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by for) opportunity or scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,1,5 ], "a euphemistic word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "room",1,2,1 ], "to occupy or share a room or lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roomette",1,1,1 ], "a compartment in a railway sleeping car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roomful",1,1,1 ], "a number or quantity sufficient to fill a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooming house",1,1,1 ], "a house having self-contained furnished rooms or flats for renting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roommate",1,1,1 ], "a person with whom one shares a room or lodging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roomy",1,1,1 ], "roomier, roomiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roomy",1,1,2 ], "having ample room; spacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roorback",1,1,1 ], "a false or distorted report or account, used to obtain political advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roose",1,1,1 ], "dialect| to praise or flatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roost",1,1,1 ], "a place, perch, branch, etc|, where birds, esp| domestic fowl, rest or sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roost",1,1,2 ], "a temporary place to rest or stay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roost",1,1,3 ], "rule the roost| to be in charge or dominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roost",1,2,1 ], "to rest or sleep on a roost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roost",1,3,1 ], "to settle down or stay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roost",1,3,2 ], "come home to roost| to have unfavourable repercussions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooster",1,1,1 ], "the male of the domestic fowl; a cock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root beer",1,1,1 ], "an effervescent drink made from extract of various roots and herbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root canal",1,1,1 ], "enter the pulp cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root canal",1,1,1 ], "the passage in the root of a tooth through which its nerves and blood vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root cap",1,1,1 ], "a hollow cone of loosely arranged cells that covers the growing tip of a root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root cap",1,1,1 ], "and protects it during its passage through the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root climber",1,1,1 ], "any of various climbing plants, such as the ivy, that adhere to a supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root climber",1,1,1 ], "structure by means of small roots growing from the side of the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root crop",1,1,1 ], "a crop, as of turnips or beets, cultivated for the food value of its roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root for",1,1,1 ], "to give support to (a contestant, team, etc|), as by cheering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root hair",1,1,1 ], "any of the hollow hairlike outgrowths of the outer cells of a root, just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root hair",1,1,1 ], "behind the tip, that absorb water and salts from the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root mean square",1,1,1 ], "quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root mean square",1,1,1 ], "the square root of the average of the squares of a set of numbers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root nodule",1,1,1 ], "a swelling on the root of a leguminous plant, such as the pea or clover, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root nodule",1,1,1 ], "contains bacteria of the genus Rhizobium, capable of nitrogen fixation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root out",1,1,1 ], "to remove or eliminate completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root position",1,1,1 ], "the chord is in the bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root position",1,1,1 ], "the vertical distribution of the written notes of a chord in which the root of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root up",1,1,1 ], "to tear or dig up by the roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,1,1 ], "absorbs water and mineral salts from the soil, and does not bear leaves or buds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,1,1 ], "the organ of a higher plant that anchors the rest of the plant in the ground," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,1,2 ], "(loosely) any of the branches of such an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,10 ], "a number or quantity that when multiplied by itself a certain number of times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,10 ], "equals a given number or quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,11 ], "a number that when substituted for the variable satisfies a given equation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,12 ], "(in harmony) the note forming the foundation of a chord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,13 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,14 ], "root and branch| entirely; completely; utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,2 ], "any plant part, such as a rhizome or tuber, that is similar to a root in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,2 ], "structure, function, or appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,3 ], "the essential, fundamental, or primary part or nature of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,4 ], "the embedded portion of a tooth, nail, hair, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,5 ], "origin or derivation, esp| as a source of growth, vitality, or existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,6 ], "a person's sense of belonging in a community, place, etc|, esp| the one in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,6 ], "which he was born or brought up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,7 ], "an ancestor or antecedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,8 ], "a descendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,9 ], "lexical meaning that is not further subdivisible into other morphemes with lexical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,9 ], "meaning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,1,9 ], "the form of a word that remains after removal of all affixes; a morpheme with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,2,1 ], "to put forth or establish a root and begin to grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,3,1 ], "to become established, embedded, or effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,4,1 ], "to fix or embed with or as if with a root or roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",1,4,2 ], "to have sexual intercourse (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",2,1,1 ], "(of a pig) to burrow in or dig up the earth in search of food, using the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",2,1,1 ], "snout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "root",2,1,2 ], "(foll| by about, around, in, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "root",2,1,3 ], "to search vigorously but unsystematically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooted",1,1,1 ], "having roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooted",1,1,2 ], "deeply felt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooted",1,1,3 ], "tired or defeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rooted",1,1,4 ], "annoyance, esp| against another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rooted",1,1,4 ], "get rooted!Austral| taboo slang| an exclamation of contemptuous anger or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rootle",1,1,1 ], "another word for root ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rootless",1,1,1 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rootless",1,1,1 ], "having no roots, esp| (of a person) having no ties with a particular place or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rootlet",1,1,1 ], "a small root or branch of a root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rootstock",1,1,1 ], "another name for rhizome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rootstock",1,1,2 ], "another name for stock ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rootstock",1,1,3 ], "a basic structure from which offshoots have developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being roped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropable",1,1,1,1 ], "angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropable",1,1,1,2 ], "wild or intractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope dancer",1,1,1 ], "another name for a tightrope walker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope in",1,1,1 ], "to persuade to take part in some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope in",1,1,2 ], "to trick or entice into some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope yarn",1,1,1 ], "the natural or synthetic fibres out of which rope is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,1,1 ], "a fairly thick cord made of twisted and intertwined hemp or other fibres or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,1,1 ], "wire or other strong material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,2 ], "a row of objects fastened or united to form a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,3 ], "a quantity of material twisted or wound in the form of a cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,4 ], "anything in the form of a filament or strand, esp| something viscous or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,4 ], "glutinous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,5 ], "the rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,5,1 ], "a rope, noose, or halter used for hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,5,2 ], "death by hanging, strangling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,6 ], "give enough rope to hang himself or plenty of rope| to allow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,7 ], "(a person) to accomplish his own downfall by his own foolish acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,8 ], "know the ropes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,8,1 ], "to have a thorough understanding of a particular sphere of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,8,2 ], "to be experienced in the ways of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,9 ], "on the ropes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,9,1 ], "Boxing| driven against the ropes enclosing the ring by an opponent's attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,1,9,2 ], "in a defenceless or hopeless position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,2,1 ], "to bind or fasten with or as if with a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,3,1 ], "to enclose or divide by means of a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,4,1 ], "to become extended in a long filament or thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,4,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope",1,4,3 ], "to tie (climbers) together with a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rope's end",1,1,1 ], "a short piece of rope, esp| as formerly used for flogging sailors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropewalk",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow usually covered path or shed where ropes are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropy",1,1,1 ], "ropier, ropiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropy",1,1,2 ], "inferior or inadequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropy",1,1,3 ], "(of a viscous or sticky substance) forming strands or filaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ropy",1,1,4 ], "resembling a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roque",1,1,1 ], "a game developed from croquet, played on a hard surface with a resilient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roque",1,1,1 ], "surrounding border from which the ball can rebound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roquelaure",1,1,1 ], "a man's hooded knee-length cloak of the 18th and 19th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roquet" ,1, 1, 1],"to croquet",2). c_DEF([ "roquet" ,1, 1, 1],"to drive one's ball against (another person's ball) in order to be allowed",1). c_DEF([ "roquet" ,1, 2, 1],"the act of roqueting",1). c_DEF([ "rorqual",1,1,1 ], "and chest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rorqual",1,1,1 ], "any of several whalebone whales of the genus Balaenoptera, esp| B| physalus:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rorqual",1,1,1 ], "family Balaenopteridae|They have a dorsal fin and a series of grooves along the throat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rort",1,1,1 ], "a rowdy party or celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ros",1,1,1 ], "any pink wine, made either by removing the skins of red grapes after only a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ros",1,1,1 ], "little colour has been extracted or by mixing red and white wines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosace",1,1,1 ], "another name for rose window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosace",1,1,2 ], "another name for rosette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Rosaceae, a family of flowering plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosaceous",1,1,1 ], "plum" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rosaceous",1,1,1 ], "the rose, strawberry, blackberry, and many fruit trees such as apple, cherry, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rosaceous",1,1,1 ], "typically having white, yellow, pink, or red five-petalled flowers| The family includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosaceous",1,1,2 ], "of the colour rose; rose-coloured; rosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosaniline",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown crystalline insoluble derivative of aniline used, in the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosaniline",1,1,1 ], "of its soluble hydrochloride, as a red dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who cultivates roses, esp| professionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosarium",1,1,1 ], "a rose garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosary",1,1,1,1 ], "Gloria" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rosary",1,1,1,1 ], "a series of prayers counted on a string of beads, usually consisting of five" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosary",1,1,1,1 ], "or 15 decades of Aves, each decade beginning with a Paternoster and ending with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosary",1,1,1,2 ], "a string of 55 or 165 beads used to count these prayers as they are recited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosary",1,1,2 ], "(in other religions) a similar string of beads used in praying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosary",1,1,3 ], "a bed or garden of roses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosary",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for a garland (of flowers, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose acacia",1,1,1 ], "a leguminous shrub, Robinia hispida, of the southern U|S|, having prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose acacia",1,1,1 ], "branches bearing clusters of red scentless flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose apple",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental myrtaceous tree, Eugenia jambos, of the East Indies, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose apple",1,1,1 ], "in the tropics for its edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose campion",1,1,1 ], "a European caryophyllaceous plant, Lychnis coronaria, widely cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose campion",1,1,1 ], "its pink flowers| Its stems and leaves are covered with white woolly down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose chafer",1,1,1 ], "a British scarabaeid beetle, Cetonia aurata, that has a greenish-golden body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose chafer",1,1,1 ], "with a metallic lustre and feeds on plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose geranium",1,1,1 ], "a small geraniaceous shrub, Pelargonium graveolens, grown in North America for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose geranium",1,1,1 ], "its pink flowers and fragrant leaves, used for scenting perfumes and cosmetics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose mallow",1,1,1 ], "any of several malvaceous marsh plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose mallow",1,1,1 ], "of the genus Hibiscus, such as H| moscheutos, of E North America, having pink or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose mallow",1,1,1 ], "white flowers and downy leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rose mallow",1,1,2 ], "another name for the hollyhock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose moss",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing portulacaceous plant, Portulaca grandiflora, native to Brazil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose moss",1,1,1 ], "but widely cultivated as a garden plant for its brightly coloured flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose of Jericho",1,1,1 ], "another name for the resurrection plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose of Sharon",1,1,1 ], "a creeping shrub, Hypericum calycinum, native to SE Europe but widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose of Sharon",1,1,1 ], "cultivated, having large yellow flowers: family Hypericaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose of Sharon",1,1,2 ], "a Syrian malvaceous shrub, Hibiscus syriacus (or Althaea frutex), cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose of Sharon",1,1,2 ], "for its red or purplish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose quartz",1,1,1 ], "a rose-pink often translucent variety of quartz that is used for ornaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose window",1,1,1 ], "a circular window, esp| one that has ornamental tracery radiating from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose window",1,1,1 ], "centre to form a symmetrical roselike pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,1,1 ], "any shrub or climbing plant of the rosaceous genus Rosa, typically having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,1,1 ], "prickly stems, compound leaves, and fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,1,2 ], "rosebush; rosetree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,2 ], "the flower of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar plants, such as the rockrose and Christmas rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,3,1 ], "a cut for a diamond or other gemstone, having a hemispherical faceted crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,3,1 ], "a moderate purplish-red colour; purplish pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,3,1 ], "and a flat base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,3,2 ], "a gem so cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,4 ], "a perforated cap fitted to the spout of a watering can or the end of a hose," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,4 ], "causing the water to issue in a spray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,5 ], "a design or decoration shaped like a rose; rosette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,6 ], "bed of roses| a situation of ease and luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,1,7 ], "under the rose| in secret; privately; sub rosa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",1,2,1 ], "to make rose-coloured; cause to blush or redden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose",2,1,1 ], "the past tense of rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-coloured",1,1,1 ], "of the colour rose; rosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-coloured",1,1,2 ], "excessively optimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-coloured",1,1,3 ], "see through rose-coloured glasses to view in an excessively optimistic light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-cut",1,1,1 ], "(of a gemstone) cut with a hemispherical faceted crown and a flat base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-root",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian crassulaceous mountain plant, Sedum rosea, with fleshy pink-tipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-root",1,1,1 ], "leaves, a thick fleshy pinkish underground stem, and a cluster of yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose-water",1,1,1,1 ], "rose petals or by impregnation with oil of roses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rose-water",1,1,1,1 ], "scented water used as a perfume and in cooking, made by the distillation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-water",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rose-water",1,1,2 ], "elegant or delicate, esp| excessively so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roseate",1,1,1 ], "of the colour rose or pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roseate",1,1,2 ], "excessively or idealistically optimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosebay",1,1,1 ], "any of several rhododendrons, esp| Rhododendron maximum of E North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosebay",1,1,2 ], "Epilobium)angustifolium, that has spikes of deep pink flowers and is widespread in open places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosebay",1,1,2 ], "rosebay willowherb| a perennial onagraceous plant, Chamaenerion (formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosebay",1,1,2 ], "throughout N temperate regions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rosebay",1,1,3 ], "another name for oleander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosebud",1,1,1 ], "the bud of a rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosebud",1,1,2 ], "a pretty young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosefish",1,1,1 ], "a red scorpaenid food fish, Sebastes marinus, of North Atlantic coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosefish",1,1,1 ], "waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosefish",1,1,2 ], "any of various other red fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosehip",1,1,1 ], "the berry-like fruit of a rose plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosella",1,1,1 ], ", often kept as cage birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosella",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian parrots of the genus Platycercus, such as P| elegans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosemaling",1,1,1 ], "a type of painted or carved decoration in Scandinavian peasant style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosemaling",1,1,1 ], "consisting of floral motifs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosemary",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic European shrub, Rosmarinus officinalis, widely cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosemary",1,1,1 ], "grey-green evergreen leaves, which are used in cookery for flavouring and yield a fragrant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosemary",1,1,1 ], "oil used in the manufacture of perfumes: family Labiatae (labiates)| It is the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rosemary",1,1,1 ], "traditional flower of remembrance" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "roseola",1,1,1 ], "any red skin eruption or rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roseola",1,1,2 ], "another name for rubeola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosery",1,1,1 ], "a bed or garden of roses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosette",1,1,1 ], "a decoration or pattern resembling a rose, esp| an arrangement of ribbons or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosette",1,1,1 ], "strips formed into a rose-shaped design and worn as a badge or presented as a prize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosette",1,1,2 ], "another name for rose window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosette",1,1,3 ], "a rose-shaped patch of colour, such as one of the clusters of spots marking a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosette",1,1,3 ], "leopard's fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosette",1,1,4 ], "a circular cluster of leaves growing from the base of a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosette",1,1,5 ], "any of various plant diseases characterized by abnormal leaf growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosewood",1,1,1 ], "the hard dark wood of any of various tropical and subtropical leguminous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosewood",1,1,1 ], "trees, esp| of the genus Dalbergia|It has a roselike scent and is used in cabinetwork" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosewood",1,1,2 ], "any of the trees yielding this wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosily",1,1,1 ], "in a rosy manner; cheerfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosin oil",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish fluorescent oily liquid obtained from certain resins, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosin oil",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of carbon black, varnishes, and lacquers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosin",1,1,1 ], "a translucent brittle amber substance produced in the distillation of crude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosin",1,1,1 ], "for treating the bows of stringed instruments" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rosin",1,1,1 ], "turpentine oleoresin and used in making varnishes, printing inks, and sealing waxes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosin",1,1,2 ], "another name for resin ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosin",1,2,1 ], "to treat or coat with rosin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosinweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American plants of the genus Silphium and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosinweed",1,1,1 ], "esp| the compass plant, having resinous juice, sticky foliage, and a strong smell:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosinweed",1,1,1 ], "family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rostellum",1,1,1 ], "a small beaklike process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roster",1,1,1 ], "a list or register, esp| one showing the order of people enrolled for duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roster",1,2,1 ], "to place on a roster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rostrum",1,1,1 ], "any platform, stage, or dais on which public speakers stand to address an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rostrum",1,1,1 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rostrum",1,1,2 ], "a platform or dais in front of an orchestra on which the conductor stands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rostrum",1,1,3 ], "another word for ram ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rostrum",1,1,4 ], "the prow or beak of an ancient Roman ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rostrum",1,1,5 ], "a beak or beaklike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosy finch",1,1,1 ], "any of several finches of the genus Leucosticte, occurring in mountainous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosy finch",1,1,1 ], "regions of North America and Asia| They have brown or grey plumage with pink patches on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rosy finch",1,1,1 ], "the wings, rump, and tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rosy",1,1,1 ], "rosier, rosiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosy",1,1,2 ], "of the colour rose or pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosy",1,1,3 ], "having a healthy pink complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosy",1,1,4 ], "optimistic, esp| excessively so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosy",1,1,5 ], "full of health, happiness, or joy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rosy",1,1,6 ], "resembling, consisting of, or abounding in roses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,1,1 ], "to decay or cause to decay as a result of bacterial or fungal action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,2,1 ], "action, or long use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,2,1 ], "to fall or crumble (off) or break (away), as from natural decay, corrosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,3,1 ], "languish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,3,1 ], "to become weak, debilitated, or depressed through inertia, confinement, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,3,2 ], "to become or cause to become morally corrupt or degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,4,1 ], "another word for ret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,1 ], "the process of rotting or the state of being rotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,2 ], "something decomposed, disintegrated, or degenerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,3 ], "short for dry rot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,4 ], "any putrefactive decomposition of tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,5 ], "a condition in plants characterized by breakdown and decay of tissues, caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,5 ], "by parasitic bacteria, fungi, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,6 ], "a contagious fungal disease of sheep characterized by inflammation, swelling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,6 ], "a foul-smelling discharge, and lameness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rot",1,5,7 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rot",2,1,1 ], "rotation (of a mathematical function)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rota",1,1,1 ], "a register of names showing the order in which people take their turn to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rota",1,1,1 ], "perform certain duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotary engine",1,1,1 ], "an internal-combustion engine having radial cylinders that rotate about a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotary engine",1,1,1 ], "fixed crankshaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotary engine",1,1,2 ], "an engine, such as a turbine or Wankel engine, in which power is transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotary engine",1,1,2 ], "directly to rotating components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotary plough",1,1,1 ], "an implement with a series of blades mounted on a power-driven shaft which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotary plough",1,1,1 ], "rotates so as to break up soil or destroy weeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotary press",1,1,1 ], "a machine for printing from a revolving cylindrical forme, usually onto a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotary press",1,1,1 ], "continuous strip of paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotary" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or operating by rotation",1). c_DEF([ "rotary" ,1, 1, 2],"turning or able to turn; revolving",1). c_DEF([ "rotary" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "rotary" ,1, 2, 2],"a part of a machine that rotates about an axis",1). c_DEF([ "rotary" ,1, 2, 3],"and Canadian",1). c_DEF([ "rotary" ,1, 2, 4],"another term for roundabout (for traffic)",1). c_DEF([ "rotate",1,1,1 ], "(r@@$u!te$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotate",1,1,2 ], "to turn or cause to turn around an axis, line, or point; revolve or spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotate",1,1,3 ], "to follow or cause to follow a set order or sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotate",1,2,1 ], "designating a corolla the united petals of which radiate from a central point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotate",1,2,1 ], "like the spokes of a wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,1 ], "the act of rotating; rotary motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,2 ], "a regular cycle of events in a set order or sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3 ], "a planned sequence of cropping according to which the crops grown in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3 ], "resources of fertility" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3 ], "successive seasons on the same land are varied so as to make a balanced demand on its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3,1 ], "a circular motion of a configuration about a given point or line, without a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3,1 ], "change in shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3,1 ], "the spinning motion of a body, such as a planet, about an internal axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3,2 ], "a transformation in which the coordinate axes are rotated by a fixed angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3,2 ], "about the origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3,2 ], "one complete turn in such motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotation",1,1,3,3 ], "another name for curl ,1,12| Abbrev| (for c|): rot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotative",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, possessing, or causing rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotator",1,1,1 ], "a person, device, or part that rotates or causes rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotator",1,1,2 ], "any of various muscles that revolve a part on its axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rote",1,1,1 ], "a habitual or mechanical routine or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rote",1,1,2 ], "by rote| by repetition; by heart (often in the phrase learn by rote)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rote",2,1,1 ], "an ancient violin-like musical instrument; crwth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotenone",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless crystalline substance extracted from the roots of derris: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotenone",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rotenone",1,1,1 ], "powerful insecticide| Formula: C23H22O6; relative density: 1|27; melting pt|: 163" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotgut",1,1,1 ], "alcoholic drink, esp| spirits, of inferior quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roti",1,1,1 ], "(in the Caribbean) a type of unleavened bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotifer",1,1,1 ], "any minute aquatic multicellular invertebrate of the phylum Rotifera, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotifer",1,1,1 ], "ciliated wheel-like organ used in feeding and locomotion: common constituents of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotifer",1,1,1 ], "freshwater plankton" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rotisserie",1,1,1 ], "a rotating spit on which meat, poultry, etc|, can be cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotisserie",1,1,2 ], "a shop or restaurant where meat is roasted to order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotl",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight used in Moslem countries, varying in value between about one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotl",1,1,1 ], "and five pounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotogravure",1,1,1 ], "a printing process using copper cylinders etched photomechanically with many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotogravure",1,1,1 ], "in a rotary press" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rotogravure",1,1,1 ], "small holes, from which ink is transferred to a moving web of paper, plastic, etc|," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotogravure",1,1,2 ], "printed material produced in this way, esp| magazines|Often shortened to roto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotor",1,1,1 ], "generator or the rotating assembly of a turbine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotor",1,1,1 ], "the rotating member of a machine or device, esp| the armature of a motor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotor",1,1,2 ], "a system of rotating parts, esp| the assembly of aerofoils of a helicopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotor",1,1,3 ], "the revolving arm of the distributor of an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten borough",1,1,1 ], "(before the Reform Act of 1832) any of certain English parliamentary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten borough",1,1,1 ], "constituencies with only a very few electors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,1 ], "affected with rot; decomposing, decaying, or putrid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,2 ], "breaking up, esp| through age or hard use; disintegrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,3 ], "morally despicable or corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,4 ], "untrustworthy, disloyal, or treacherous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,5 ], "unpleasant, unfortunate, or nasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,6 ], "unsatisfactory or poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,7 ], "(of rocks, soils, etc|) soft and crumbling, esp| as a result of weathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotten",1,1,8 ], "intoxicated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rottenstone",1,1,1 ], "a much-weathered limestone, rich in silica: used in powdered form for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rottenstone",1,1,1 ], "polishing metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rotter",1,1,1 ], "a worthless, unpleasant, or despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotund",1,1,1 ], "rounded or spherical in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotund",1,1,2 ], "plump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotund",1,1,3 ], "sonorous or grandiloquent; full in tone, style of speaking, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rotunda",1,1,1 ], "a building or room having a circular plan, esp| one that has a dome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouble",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of the Soviet Union, divided into 100 kopecks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roucou",1,1,1 ], "another name for annatto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roue",1,1,1 ], "a debauched or lecherous man; rake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouge et noir",1,1,1 ], "a card game in which the players put their stakes on any of two red and two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouge et noir",1,1,1 ], "black diamond-shaped spots marked on the table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rouge",1,1,1 ], "a red powder, used as a cosmetic for adding redness to the cheeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouge",1,1,2 ], "short for jeweller's rouge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouge",1,2,1 ], "to apply rouge to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough breathing",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek) the sign () placed over an initial vowel, indicating that (in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough breathing",1,1,1 ], "ancient Greek) it was pronounced with an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough diamond",1,1,1 ], "an unpolished diamond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough diamond",1,1,2 ], "an intrinsically trustworthy or good person with uncouth manners or dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough fish",1,1,1 ], "a fish that is neither a sport fish nor useful as food or bait for sport fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough passage",1,1,1 ], "a stormy sea journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough passage",1,1,2 ], "a difficult or testing time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough puff pastry",1,1,1 ], "a rich flaky pastry made with butter and used for pie-crusts, flans, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough stuff",1,1,1 ], "violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough up",1,1,1 ], "to treat violently; beat up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough up",1,1,2 ], "to cause (feathers, hair, etc|) to stand up by rubbing against the grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,1 ], "(of a surface) not smooth; uneven or irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,10 ], "(of work, a task, etc|) requiring physical rather than mental effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,11 ], "ill or physically upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,12 ], "unfair or unjust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,13 ], "harsh or grating to the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,14 ], "harsh to the taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,15 ], "without refinement, luxury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,16 ], "not polished or perfected in any detail; rudimentary; not elaborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,17 ], "not prepared or dressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,18 ], "(of a guess, estimate, etc|) approximate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,19 ], "(of a chance) not good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,2 ], "(of ground) covered with scrub, boulders, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,20 ], "having the sound of h;aspirated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,21 ], "rough on| Informal, chiefly Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,21,1 ], "severe towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,21,2 ], "unfortunate for (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,22 ], "attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,22 ], "the rough side of one's tongue| harsh words; a reprimand, rebuke, or verbal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,3 ], "denoting or taking place on uncultivated ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,4 ], "shaggy or hairy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,5 ], "turbulent; agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,6 ], "(of the performance or motion of something) uneven; irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,7 ], "(of behaviour or character) rude, coarse, ill mannered, inconsiderate, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,7 ], "violent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,8 ], "harsh or sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,1,9 ], "severe or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,1 ], "rough ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,2 ], "a sketch or preliminary piece of artwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,3 ], "unfinished or crude state (esp| in the phrase in the rough)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,4 ], "is untrimmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,4 ], "the rough| Golf| the part of the course bordering the fairways where the grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,5 ], "the side of a tennis or squash racket on which the binding strings form an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,5 ], "uneven line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,6 ], "a rough or violent person; thug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,7 ], "smooth)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,2,7 ], "the unpleasant side of something (esp| in the phrase take the rough with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,3,1 ], "in a rough manner; roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,3,2 ], "shelter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,3,2 ], "sleep rough| to spend the night in the open; be without a home or without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,4,1 ], "to make rough; roughen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,5,1 ], "to prepare (a sketch, report, piece of work, etc|) in preliminary form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,5,2 ], "life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough",1,5,2 ], "rough it| Informal| to live without the usual comforts or conveniences of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-and-ready",1,1,1 ], "crude, unpolished, or hastily prepared, but sufficient for the purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-and-ready",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) without formality or refinement; rudely vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-and-tumble",1,1,1 ], "a fight or scuffle without rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-and-tumble",1,2,1 ], "characterized by roughness, disorderliness, and disregard for rules or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-and-tumble",1,2,1 ], "conventions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough-dry" ,1, 1, 1],"(of clothes or linen) dried ready for pressing",1). c_DEF([ "rough-dry" ,1, 2, 2],"to dry (clothes, etc|) without smoothing or pressing",1). c_DEF([ "rough-hew",1,1,1 ], "to cut or hew (timber, stone, etc|) roughly without finishing the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-hew",1,1,2 ], "to shape roughly or crudely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-legged buzzard",1,1,1 ], "a buzzard, Buteo lagopus, of Europe, Asia, and North America, having feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rough-legged buzzard",1,1,1 ], "covering its legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rough-spoken",1,1,1 ], "rude or uncouth in speech; blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughage",1,1,1 ], "the coarse indigestible constituents of food or fodder, which provide bulk to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughage",1,1,1 ], "the diet and aid digestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roughage",1,1,2 ], "any rough or coarse material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughcast" ,1, 1, 1],"a coarse plaster used to cover the surface of an external wall",1). c_DEF([ "roughcast" ,1, 1, 2],"any rough or preliminary form, model, etc",1). c_DEF([ "roughcast" ,1, 2, 1],"covered with or denoting roughcast",1). c_DEF([ "roughcast" ,1, 3, 1],"to apply roughcast to (a wall, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "roughcast" ,1, 3, 2],"to prepare in rough",1). c_DEF([ "roughcast" ,1, 3, 3],"(tr|) another word for rough-hew",1). c_DEF([ "roughen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughhouse",1,1,1 ], "rough, disorderly, or noisy behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughhouse",1,2,1 ], "to treat (someone) in a boisterous or rough way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughish",1,1,1 ], "somewhat rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughneck",1,1,1 ], "a rough or violent person; thug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughneck",1,1,2 ], "a worker in an oil-drilling operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughrider",1,1,1 ], "a rider of wild or unbroken horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughshod",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) shod with rough-bottomed shoes to prevent sliding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roughshod",1,2,1 ], "ride roughshod over| to treat harshly and without consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roulade",1,1,1 ], "a slice of meat rolled, esp| around a stuffing, and cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roulade",1,1,2 ], "an elaborate run in vocal music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouleau",1,1,1 ], "a roll of paper containing coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouleau",1,1,2 ], "a roll of ribbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roulette",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game in which a ball is dropped onto a spinning horizontal wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roulette",1,1,1 ], "divided into 37 or 38 coloured and numbered slots, with players betting on the slot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roulette",1,1,1 ], "into which the ball will fall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "roulette",1,1,2 ], "a toothed wheel for making a line of perforations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roulette",1,1,3 ], "a curve generated by a point on one curve rolling on another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roulette",1,2,1 ], "to use a roulette on (something), as in engraving, making stationery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round and round",1,2,1 ], "following a circuitous or circular course for a comparatively long time, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round and round",1,2,1 ], "vainly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "round angle",1,1,1 ], "another name for perigon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round clam",1,1,1 ], "another name for the quahog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round dance",1,1,1 ], "a dance in which the dancers form a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round dance",1,1,2 ], "a ballroom dance, such as the waltz, in which couples revolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round down",1,1,1 ], "below it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "round down",1,1,1 ], "to lower (a number) to the nearest whole number or ten, hundred, or thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round hand",1,1,1 ], "a style of handwriting with large rounded curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round off",1,1,1 ], "to bring to a satisfactory conclusion; complete, esp| agreeably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round off",1,1,2 ], "to make round or less jagged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round on",1,1,1 ], "to attack or reply to (someone) with sudden irritation or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round out",1,1,1 ], "to make or become bigger or plumper; fill out, esp| so as to be symmetrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round out",1,1,2 ], "to round up (a number)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round robin",1,1,1 ], "a letter, esp| a petition or protest, having the signatures in a circle in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round robin",1,1,1 ], "order to disguise the order of signing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "round robin",1,1,2 ], "any letter or petition signed by a number of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round robin",1,1,3 ], "a tournament, as in a competitive game or sport, in which each player plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round robin",1,1,3 ], "against every other player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "round table",1,1,1,1 ], "a meeting of parties or people on equal terms for discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round table",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round top",1,1,1 ], "a platform round the masthead of a sailing ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round trip",1,1,1 ], "a trip to a place and back again, esp| returning by a different route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 10],"(of speech) candid; straightforward; unmodified",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 11],"(of a vowel) pronounced with rounded lips",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 1],"having a flat circular shape, as a disc or hoop",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 2],"having the shape of a sphere or ball",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 3],"curved; not angular",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 4],"involving or using circular motion",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"forming or expressed by an integer or whole number, with no fraction",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"expressed to the nearest ten, hundred, or thousand",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 5],"complete; entire",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 6],"(of a sum of money) considerable; ample",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 7],"fully depicted or developed, as a character in a book",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 8],"(of sound) full and sonorous",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 1, 9],"(of pace) brisk; lively",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 10],"each usually lasting three minutes",2). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 10],"one of a number of periods constituting a boxing, wrestling, or other match,",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 11],"a specified number of arrows shot from a specified distance",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 12],"a single discharge by a number of guns or a single gun",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 13],"a bullet, blank cartridge, or other charge of ammunition",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 14],"a number of drinks bought at one time for a group of people",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 15],"a single slice of bread or toast or a single sandwich",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 16],"a general outburst of applause, cheering, etc",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 17],"movement in a circle or around an axis",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 18],"a partsong in which the voices follow each other at equal intervals at the",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 18],"same pitch",2). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 19],"a sequence of bells rung in order of treble to tenor",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 1],"a round shape or object",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"in full detail",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"Theatre| with the audience all round the stage",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 20],"a dance in which the dancers move in a circle",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 21],"a cut of beef from the thigh between the rump and the shank",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 22, 1],"to go from place to place, as in making deliveries or social calls",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 22, 2],"(of information, rumour, etc|) to be passed around, so as to be generally",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 22, 2],"known",2). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 22],"go or make the rounds",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 2],"in the round",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 3],"a session, as of a negotiation",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 4],"a series, cycle, or sequence",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 5],"the daily round| the usual activities of one's day",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 6],"a stage of a competition",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 7],"a series of calls, esp| in a set order",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 8],"a playing of all the holes on a golf course",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 2, 9],"a single turn of play by each player, as in a card game",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 4, 1],"a less formal word for ,around",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 4, 2],"all year round| throughout the year; in every month",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 5, 1],"to make or become round",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 6, 1],"to encircle; surround",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 6, 2, 1],"to pronounce (a speech sound) with rounded lips",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 6, 2, 2],"to purse (the lips)",1). c_DEF([ "round" ,1, 6, 2],"to move or cause to move with circular motion",1). c_DEF([ "round-arm",1,2,1 ], "denoting or using bowling with the arm held more or less horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round-shouldered",1,1,1 ], "denoting a faulty posture characterized by drooping shoulders and a slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round-shouldered",1,1,1 ], "forward bending of the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "round-the-clock",1,1,1 ], "throughout the day and night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "round-trip ticket",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for return ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,1,1 ], "a revolving circular platform provided with wooden animals, seats, etc|, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,1,1 ], "which people ride for amusement; merry-go-round" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,1,2 ], "U|S| name: traffic circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,1,2 ], "a road junction in which traffic streams circulate around a central island|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,2,1 ], "indirect or circuitous; devious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,4,1 ], "round about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,4,2 ], "on all sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundabout",1,4,3 ], "approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounded",1,1,1 ], "round or curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounded",1,1,2 ], "having been made round or curved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounded",1,1,3 ], "full, mature, or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounded",1,1,4 ], "(of the lips) pursed, as in pronouncing the sound (u:)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounded",1,1,5 ], "(of a speech sound) articulated with rounded lips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundel",1,1,1 ], "a form of rondeau consisting of three stanzas each of three lines with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundel",1,1,1 ], "refrain after the first and the third" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roundel",1,1,2 ], "a circular mark of red, white, and blue on British military aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundel",1,1,3 ], "a small ornamental circular window, panel, medallion, plate, disc, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundel",1,1,4 ], "a round plate of armour used to protect the armpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundel",1,1,5 ], "a charge in the shape of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundel",1,1,6 ], "another word for roundelay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundelay",1,1,1 ], "a slow medieval dance performed in a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundelay",1,1,2 ], "a song in which a line or phrase is repeated as a refrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounder",1,1,1 ], "a run round all four bases after one hit in rounders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounder",1,1,2 ], "a tool or machine for rounding edges or surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounders",1,1,1 ], "a ball game resembling baseball, in which players run between bases after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rounders",1,1,1 ], "hitting the ball, scoring a rounder if they run round all four before the ball is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rounders",1,1,1 ], "retrieved" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "roundhouse",1,1,1 ], "a circular building in which railway locomotives are serviced or housed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundhouse",1,1,1 ], "radial tracks being fed by a central turntable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roundhouse",1,1,1,1 ], "a swinging punch or style of punching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundhouse",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundhouse",1,1,2 ], "a meld of all four kings and queens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundhouse",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundhouse",1,1,4 ], "a cabin on the quarter-deck of a sailing ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundish",1,1,1 ], "somewhat round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundlet",1,1,1 ], "a small circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundly",1,1,1 ], "frankly, bluntly, or thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundly",1,1,2 ], "in a round manner or so as to be round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes rounds, as for inspection or to deliver goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundup" ,1, 1, 1],"branded, counted, or sold",2). c_DEF([ "roundup" ,1, 1, 1],"the act of gathering together livestock, esp| cattle, so that they may be",1). c_DEF([ "roundup" ,1, 1, 2],"a collection of suspects or criminals by the police, esp| in a raid",1). c_DEF([ "roundup" ,1, 1, 3],"any similar act of collecting or bringing together",1). c_DEF([ "roundup" ,1, 2, 2],"to gather (animals, suspects, etc|) together",1). c_DEF([ "roundup" ,1, 2, 3],"above it",2). c_DEF([ "roundup" ,1, 2, 3],"to raise (a number) to the nearest whole number or ten, hundred, or thousand",1). c_DEF([ "roundworm",1,1,1 ], "any nematode worm, esp| Ascaris lumbricoides, a common intestinal parasite of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roundworm",1,1,1 ], "man and pigs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roup",1,1,1 ], "any of various chronic respiratory diseases of birds, esp| poultry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roup",2,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roup",2,2,1 ], "to sell by auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roup",2,3,1 ], "an auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) to come to consciousness in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,1,1 ], "to bring (oneself or another person) out of sleep, unconsciousness, etc|, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,2,1 ], "to provoke or stir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,2,2 ], "rouse oneself| to become active or energetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,2,3 ], "to start or cause to start from cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,3,1 ], "(of hawks) to ruffle the feathers and cause them to stand briefly on end (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,3,1 ], "sign of contentment)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",1,4,1 ], "to speak scoldingly or rebukingly (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",2,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink, esp| a full measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouse",2,1,2 ], "another word for carousal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rouseabout",1,1,1 ], "an unskilled labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rousing",1,1,1 ], "tending to rouse or excite; lively, brisk, or vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roust",1,1,1 ], "to rout or stir, as out of bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roustabout",1,1,1 ], "an unskilled labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roustabout",1,1,2 ], "a hand hired to work in the woolsheds at sheep shearing, though not himself a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roustabout",1,1,2 ], "shearer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rout",1,1,1 ], "an overwhelming and disorderly defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",1,1,2 ], "a noisy rabble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",1,1,3 ], "a group of three or more people proceeding to commit an illegal act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",1,1,4 ], "a large party or social gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",1,2,1 ], "to defeat and cause to flee in confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",2,1,1 ], "to dig over or turn up (something), esp| (of an animal) with the snout; root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",2,2,1 ], "to get or find by searching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",2,3,1 ], "to force or drive out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",2,4,1 ], "to hollow or gouge out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rout",2,5,1 ], "to search, poke, or rummage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "route",1,1,1 ], "the choice of roads taken to get to a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "route",1,1,2 ], "a regular journey travelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "route",1,1,3 ], "enters the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "route",1,1,3 ], "the means (mouth or injection) by which a drug or agent is administered or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "route",1,2,1 ], "to plan the route of; send by a particular route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routemarch",1,1,1 ], "a long training march" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routemarch",1,1,2 ], "any long exhausting walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routemarch",1,2,1 ], "to go or send on a routemarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "router",1,1,1 ], "any of various tools or machines for hollowing out, cutting grooves, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routine",1,1,1 ], "a usual or regular method of procedure, esp| one that is unvarying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routine",1,1,2 ], "a program or part of a program performing a specific function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routine",1,1,3 ], "a set sequence of dance steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routine",1,1,4 ], "a hackneyed or insincere speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "routine",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of routine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roux",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of equal amounts of fat and flour, heated, blended, and used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roux",1,1,1 ], "basis for sauces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rove beetle",1,1,1 ], "an elongated body: typically they are of carnivorous or scavenging habits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rove beetle",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the family Staphylinidae, characterized by very short elytra and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",1,1,1 ], "to wander about (a place) with no fixed direction; roam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",1,2,1 ], "(of the eyes) to look around; wander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",1,3,1 ], "(esp| of a man) to be sexually unfaithful have affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",1,4,1 ], "to play as a rover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",1,5,1 ], "the act of roving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",2,1,1 ], "spinning or in carding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rove",2,1,1 ], "to pull out and twist (fibres of wool, cotton, etc|) lightly, as before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",2,2,1 ], "wool, cotton, etc|, thus prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",3,1,1 ], "a metal plate through which a rivet is passed and then clenched over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove",4,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of reeve ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove-over",1,1,1 ], "(in sprung rhythm) denoting a metrical foot left incomplete at the end of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rove-over",1,1,1 ], "line and completed in the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rover",1,1,1 ], "a person who roves; wanderer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rover",1,1,2 ], "a mark selected at random for use as a target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rover",1,1,3 ], "a ball that has been driven through all the hoops but has not yet hit the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rover",1,1,3 ], "winning peg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rover",1,1,4 ], "one of the players in the ruck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rover",2,1,1 ], "a pirate or pirate ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rover",3,1,1 ], "a machine for roving wool, cotton, etc|, or a person who operates such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rover",3,1,1 ], "machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "roving commission",1,1,1 ], "authority or power given in a general area, without precisely defined terms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "roving commission",1,1,1 ], "reference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "row house",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for terraced house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row over" ,1, 1, 1],"to win a rowing race unopposed, by rowing the course",1). c_DEF([ "row over" ,1, 2, 1],"the act of doing this",1). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of persons or things in a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,2 ], "a street, esp| a narrow one lined with identical houses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,2,2 ], "Church Row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,3 ], "a line of seats, as in a cinema, theatre, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,4 ], "a horizontal linear arrangement of numbers, quantities, or terms, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,4 ], "determinant or matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,5 ], "a horizontal rank of squares on a chessboard or draughtsboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,6 ], "in a row| in succession; one after the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",1,1,7 ], "a hard row to hoe| a difficult task or assignment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,1,1 ], "to propel (a boat) by using oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,2,1 ], "to carry (people, goods, etc|) in a rowing boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,2,2 ], "to be propelled by means of (oars or oarsmen)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,3,1 ], "to take part in the racing of rowing boats as a sport, esp| in eights, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,3,1 ], "which each member of the crew pulls one oar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,4,1 ], "to race against in a boat propelled by oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,5,1 ], "an act, instance, period, or distance of rowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",2,5,2 ], "an excursion in a rowing boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",3,1,1 ], "a noisy quarrel or dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",3,1,2 ], "a noisy disturbance; commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",3,1,3 ], "a reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",3,2,1 ], "to quarrel noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "row",3,3,1 ], "to reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowan",1,1,1 ], "another name for the (European)mountain ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowboat",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for rowing boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowdy",1,1,1 ], "tending to create noisy disturbances; rough, loud, or disorderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowdy",1,2,2 ], "a person who behaves in a rough disorderly fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowel",1,1,1 ], "a small spiked wheel attached to a spur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowel",1,1,2 ], "a piece of leather or other material inserted under the skin of a horse to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowel",1,1,2 ], "cause a discharge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rowel",1,3,1 ], "to goad (a horse) using a rowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowel",1,3,2 ], "to insert a rowel in (the skin of a horse) to cause a discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowen",1,1,1 ], "another word for aftermath ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowing boat",1,1,1 ], "a small pleasure boat propelled by one or more pairs of oars| Usual U|S| word:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowing boat",1,1,1 ], "rowboat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rowing machine",1,1,1 ], "a device with oars and a sliding seat resembling a sculling boat, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowing machine",1,1,1 ], "provide exercise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rowlock",1,1,1 ], "a swivelling device attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds an oar in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rowlock",1,1,1 ], "place and acts as a fulcrum during rowing| Usual U|S| word: oarlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal assent",1,1,1 ], "becomes law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal assent",1,1,1 ], "the formal signing of an act of Parliament by the sovereign, by which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal blue",1,2,1,1 ], "a deep blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal blue",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal duke",1,1,1 ], "a duke who is also a royal prince, being a member of the royal family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal fern",1,1,1 ], "(7 feet) in height, some of which are modified for bearing spores: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal fern",1,1,1 ], "Osmundaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "royal fern",1,1,1 ], "a fern, Osmunda regalis, of damp regions, having large fronds up to 2 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal flush",1,1,1 ], "a hand made up of the five top honours of a suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal icing",1,1,1 ], "a hard white icing made from egg whites and icing sugar, used for coating and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal icing",1,1,1 ], "decorating cakes, esp| fruit cakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal jelly",1,1,1 ], "a substance secreted by the pharyngeal glands of worker bees and fed to all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal jelly",1,1,1 ], "development" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "royal jelly",1,1,1 ], "larvae when very young and to larvae destined to become queens throughout their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal palm",1,1,1 ], "America, having a tall trunk with a tuft of feathery pinnate leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal palm",1,1,1 ], "any of several palm trees of the genus Roystonea, esp| R| regia, of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal poinciana",1,1,1 ], "a caesalpiniaceous tree, Delonix regia, that is native to Madagascar but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal poinciana",1,1,1 ], "widely cultivated elsewhere, having clusters of large scarlet flowers and long pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal purple",1,2,1,1 ], "a deep reddish-purple colour, sometimes approaching a strong violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal purple",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal road",1,1,1 ], "an easy or direct way of achieving a desired end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal standard",1,1,1 ], "a flag bearing the arms of the British sovereign, flown only when she (or he)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal standard",1,1,1 ], "is present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal tennis",1,1,1 ], "another name for real tennis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal warrant",1,1,1 ], "an authorization to a tradesman to supply goods to a royal household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or befitting a king, queen, or other monarch; regal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,1,2 ], "established, chartered by, under the patronage or in the service of royalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,1,3 ], "being a member of a royal family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,1,4 ], "above the usual or normal in standing, size, quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,1,5 ], "unusually good or impressive; first-rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,1,6 ], "just above the topgallant (in the phrase royal mast)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,2,1 ], "a sail set next above the topgallant, on a royal mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,2,2 ], "a size of printing paper, 20 by 25 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,2,3 ], "a size of writing paper, 19 by 24 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,2,4 ], "(super royal octavo), and (chiefly Brit|) 10 by 12 inches (royal quarto) and 10 by 13" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,2,4 ], "any of various book sizes, esp| 6 by 10 inches (royal octavo), 6 by 10 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,2,4 ], "inches (super royal quarto)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "royal",1,2,5 ], "a stag with antlers having 12 or more branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royalist" ,1, 1, 1],"a supporter of a monarch or monarchy, esp| a supporter of the Stuarts during",1). c_DEF([ "royalist" ,1, 1, 1],"the English Civil War",2). c_DEF([ "royalist" ,1, 1, 2],"an extreme reactionary or conservative",1). c_DEF([ "royalist" ,1, 2, 1],"of, characteristic of, or relating to royalists",1). c_DEF([ "royalty",1,1,1 ], "the rank, power, or position of a king or queen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royalty",1,1,1,1 ], "royal persons collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royalty",1,1,1,2 ], "one who belongs to the royal family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royalty",1,1,2 ], "any quality characteristic of a monarch; kingliness or regal dignity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royalty",1,1,3 ], "a percentage of the revenue from the sale of a book, performance of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "royalty",1,1,3 ], "inventor, or proprietor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "royalty",1,1,3 ], "theatrical work, use of a patented invention or of land, etc|, paid to the author," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rozzer",1,1,1 ], "a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rpt|",1,1,1 ], "report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rsum",1,1,1 ], "a short descriptive summary, as of events, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rt|",1,1,1 ], "right| y" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub along",1,1,1 ], "to continue in spite of difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub along",1,1,2 ], "to maintain an amicable relationship; not quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub down" ,1, 1, 1],"exercise",2). c_DEF([ "rub down" ,1, 1, 1],"to dry or clean (a horse, athlete, oneself, etc|) vigorously, esp| after",1). c_DEF([ "rub down" ,1, 1, 2],"to make or become smooth by rubbing",1). c_DEF([ "rub down" ,1, 2, 1],"to prepare (a surface) for painting by rubbing it with sandpaper",1). c_DEF([ "rub down" ,1, 3, 1],"the act of rubbing down",1). c_DEF([ "rub down" ,1, 3, 2],"the Hong Kong term for dressing down",1). c_DEF([ "rub in",1,1,1 ], "to spread with pressure, esp| in order to cause to be absorbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub in",1,1,2 ], "reminded)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rub in",1,1,2 ], "to harp on (something distasteful to a person, of which he does not wish to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub off",1,1,1 ], "to remove or be removed by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub off",1,2,1 ], "similar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rub off",1,2,1 ], "to have an effect through close association or contact, esp| so as to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub out",1,1,1 ], "to remove or be removed with a rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub out",1,1,2 ], "to murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub out",1,1,3 ], "to suspend (a player)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub up",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on) to refresh one's memory (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub up",1,2,1 ], "to smooth or polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,1,1 ], "forward motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,1,1 ], "to apply pressure and friction to (something) with a circular or backward and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,1,2 ], "to move (something) with pressure along, over, or against (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,1,3 ], "to chafe or fray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,2,1 ], "to bring into a certain condition by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,3,1 ], "to spread with pressure, esp| in order to cause to be absorbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,3,2 ], "(foll| by off, out, away, etc|) to remove or be removed by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,3,3 ], "(of a bowl) to be slowed or deflected by an uneven patch on the green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,1 ], "a greeting among Eskimos)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,1 ], "one's hands, often a sign of glee, keen anticipation, or satisfaction, and rub noses," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,1 ], "to move against each other with pressure and friction (esp| in the phrases rub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,2 ], "rub nose in to harp insistently on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,3 ], "(something distasteful or distressing to a person, esp| a failing or fault of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,3 ], "his)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,4 ], "rub the wrong way| to arouse anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,5 ], "(in); annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,4,6 ], "rub shoulders (or elbows)with| to mix with socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,5,1 ], "the act of rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,5,2 ], "(preceded by the) an obstacle or difficulty (esp| in the phrase there's the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,5,2 ], "rub)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,5,3 ], "something that hurts the feelings or annoys; cut; rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,5,4 ], "an uneven patch in the green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rub",1,5,5 ], "any roughness or unevenness of surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubato",1,1,1 ], "flexibility of tempo in performance|adj, adv" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubato",1,1,2 ], "to be played with a flexible tempo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber band",1,1,1 ], "a continuous loop of thin rubber, used to hold papers, etc|, together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber cement",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of adhesives made by dissolving rubber in a solvent such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber cement",1,1,1 ], "benzene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubber cheque",1,1,1 ], "a cheque that bounces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber goods",1,1,1 ], "contraceptives; condoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber plant",1,1,1 ], "America" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rubber plant",1,1,1 ], "a moraceous plant, Ficus elastica, with glossy leathery leaves: grows as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber plant",1,1,1 ], "tall tree in India and Malaya but is cultivated as a house plant in Europe and North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubber plant",1,1,2 ], "any of several tropical trees, the sap of which yields crude rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber shoes",1,1,1 ], "sneakers, gymshoes, or tennis shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber stamp" ,1, 1, 1],"a device used for imprinting dates or commonly used phrases on forms,",1). c_DEF([ "rubber stamp" ,1, 1, 1],"invoices, etc",2). c_DEF([ "rubber stamp" ,1, 1, 2],"automatic authorization of a payment, proposal, etc|, without challenge",1). c_DEF([ "rubber stamp" ,1, 1, 3],"a person who makes such automatic authorizations; a cipher or person of little",1). c_DEF([ "rubber stamp" ,1, 1, 3],"account",2). c_DEF([ "rubber stamp" ,1, 2, 1],"to imprint (forms, invoices, etc|) with a rubber stamp",1). c_DEF([ "rubber stamp" ,1, 2, 2],"to approve automatically",1). c_DEF([ "rubber tree",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American euphorbiaceous tree, Hevea brasiliensis, cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber tree",1,1,1 ], "source of commercial rubber" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rubber tree",1,1,1 ], "throughout the tropics, esp| in Malaya, for the latex of its stem, which is the major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,1 ], "a cream to dark brown elastic material obtained by coagulating and drying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,1 ], "latex from certain plants, esp| the tree Hevea brasiliensis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,2 ], "any of a large variety of elastomers produced by improving the properties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,2 ], "natural rubber or by synthetic means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,3 ], "a piece of rubber or felt used for erasing something written, typed, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,3 ], "eraser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,4 ], "a coarse file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,5 ], "a cloth, pad, etc|, used for polishing or buffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,6 ], "a person who rubs something in order to smooth, polish, or massage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,7 ], "a rubberized waterproof article, such as a mackintosh or overshoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,8 ], "a male contraceptive; condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",1,1,9 ], "made of or producing rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",2,1,1,1 ], "a match of three games|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",2,1,1,2 ], "the deal that wins such a match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubber",2,1,2 ], "a series of matches or games in any of various sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubberize",1,1,1 ], "to coat or impregnate with rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubberneck",1,1,1 ], "a person who stares or gapes inquisitively, esp| in a naive or foolish manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubberneck",1,1,2 ], "a sightseer or tourist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubberneck",1,2,1 ], "to stare in a naive or foolish manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubbery",1,1,1 ], "having the texture of or resembling rubber, esp| in flexibility or toughness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubbing",1,1,1 ], "a tomb, by laying paper over it and rubbing with wax, graphite, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubbing",1,1,1 ], "an impression taken of an incised or raised surface, such as a brass plate on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubbish",1,1,1 ], "worthless, useless, or unwanted matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubbish",1,1,2 ], "discarded or waste matter; refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubbish",1,1,3 ], "foolish words or speech; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubbish",1,2,1 ], "to criticize; attack verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubble",1,1,1 ], "fragments of broken stones, bricks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubble",1,1,2 ], "any fragmented solid material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubble",1,1,3 ], "the weathered surface layer of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubble",1,1,4 ], "masonry constructed of broken pieces of rock, stone, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubby",1,1,1 ], "an old broken-down alcoholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rube",1,1,1 ], "an unsophisticated countryman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubefy",1,1,1 ], "to make red, esp| (of a counterirritant) to make the skin go red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubella",1,1,1 ], "a mild contagious viral disease, somewhat similar to measles, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubella",1,1,1 ], "cough, sore throat, skin rash, and occasionally vomiting| It can cause congenital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubella",1,1,1 ], "defects if caught during the first three months of pregnancy" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rubellite",1,1,1 ], "a red transparent variety of tourmaline, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubeola",1,1,1 ], "technical name for measles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubescent",1,1,1 ], "reddening; blushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubiaceous",1,1,1 ], "gardenia, madder, and bedstraws" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rubiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Rubiaceae, a widely distributed family of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubiaceous",1,1,1 ], "trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants that includes the coffee and cinchona trees," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubicund",1,1,1 ], "of a reddish colour; ruddy; rosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium",1,1,1 ], "'8'7Rb: 5 X 10'1'1 years; valency: 1, 2, 3, or 4; relative density: 1|53 (solid), 1|47" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium",1,1,1 ], "(liquid); melting pt|: 38|89 degrees C; boiling pt|: 688 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium",1,1,1 ], "a soft highly reactive radioactive element of the alkali metal group; the 16th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium",1,1,1 ], "most abundant element in the earth's crust (310 parts per million), occurring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium",1,1,1 ], "photocells, and special glass| Symbol: Rb; atomic no|: 37; atomic wt|: 85|47; half-life of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium",1,1,1 ], "principally in pollucite, carnallite, and lepidolite| It is used in electronic valves," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium-strontium dating",1,1,1 ], "a technique for determining the age of minerals based on the occurrence in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium-strontium dating",1,1,1 ], "about 10'9 years" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium-strontium dating",1,1,1 ], "natural rubidium of a fixed amount of the radioisotope '8'7Rb which decays to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium-strontium dating",1,1,1 ], "stable strontium isotope '8'7Sr with a half-life of 5 X 10'1'1 years| Measurement of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rubidium-strontium dating",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of these isotopes thus gives the age of a mineral, for ages of up to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rubiginous",1,1,1 ], "rust-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubious",1,1,1 ], "of the colour ruby; dark red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruble",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of rouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,1 ], "a title, heading, or initial letter in a book, manuscript, or section of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,1 ], "distinguishing manner" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,1 ], "legal code, esp| one printed or painted in red ink or in some similarly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,2 ], "a set of rules of conduct or procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,3 ], "a set of directions for the conduct of Christian church services, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,3 ], "printed in red in a prayerbook or missal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,4 ], "instructions to a candidate at the head of the examination paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete name for red ochre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubric",1,2,1 ], "written, printed, or marked in red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubricate",1,1,1 ], "to print (a book or manuscript) with red titles, headings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubricate",1,1,2 ], "to mark in red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubricate",1,1,3 ], "to supply with or regulate by rubrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubrician",1,1,1 ], "an authority on liturgical rubrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rubstone",1,1,1 ], "a stone used for sharpening or smoothing, esp| a whetstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby silver",1,1,1 ], "another name for proustite or pyrargyrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby spinel",1,1,1 ], "a red transparent variety of spinel, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1 ], "(in Persian poetry) a verse form consisting of four-line stanzas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1 ], "a deep red transparent precious variety of corundum: occurs naturally in Burma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1 ], "and Ceylon but is also synthesized| It is used as a gemstone, in lasers, and for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1 ], "bearings and rollers in watchmaking| Formula: Al2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1,1 ], "something resembling, made of, or containing a ruby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1,1 ], "the deep-red colour of a ruby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,2 ], "denoting a fortieth anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruby",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a size of printer's type approximately equal to 5 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruche",1,1,1 ], "a strip of pleated or frilled lawn, lace, etc|, used to decorate blouses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruche",1,1,1 ], "dresses, etc|, or worn around the neck like a small ruff as in the 16th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruching",1,1,1 ], "material used for a ruche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruching",1,1,2 ], "a ruche or ruches collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",1,1,1 ], "a large number or quantity; mass, esp| of ordinary or undistinguished people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",1,1,1 ], "or things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",1,1,2 ], "(in a race) a group of competitors who are well behind the leaders at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",1,1,2 ], "finish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",1,1,3 ], "a loose scrummage or maul for the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",1,1,4 ], "a group of three players who follow the ball closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",1,2,1 ], "to try to win the ball by mauling and scrummaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",2,1,1 ], "a wrinkle, crease, or fold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",2,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to become or make wrinkled, creased, or puckered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruck",3,1,1 ], "a fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rucksack",1,1,1 ], "a large bag, usually having two straps and a supporting frame, carried on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rucksack",1,1,1 ], "back and often used to carry camping equipment, etc| U|S| name: backpack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruckus",1,1,1 ], "an uproar; ruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruction",1,1,1 ], "an uproar noisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudaceous",1,1,1 ], "(of conglomerate, breccia, and similar rocks) composed of coarse-grained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudaceous",1,1,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rudbeckia",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rudbeckia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the North American genus Rudbeckia, cultivated for their showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudbeckia",1,1,1 ], "flowers, which have golden-yellow rays and green or black conical centres: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rudd",1,1,1 ], "a European freshwater cyprinid fish, Scardinius erythrophthalmus, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudd",1,1,1 ], "compressed dark greenish body and reddish ventral and tail fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rudder",1,1,1 ], "a pivoted vertical vane that projects into the water at the stern of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudder",1,1,1 ], "and can be controlled by a tiller, wheel, or other apparatus to steer the vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rudder",1,1,2 ], "a vertical control surface attached to the rear of the fin used to steer an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudder",1,1,2 ], "aircraft, in conjunction with the ailerons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rudder",1,1,3 ], "anything that guides or directs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudderhead",1,1,1 ], "the top of the rudderpost, to which the steering apparatus may be fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudderpost",1,1,1 ], "a postlike member at the forward edge of a rudder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudderpost",1,1,2 ], "the part of the stern frame of a vessel to which a rudder is fitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruddle" ,1, 1, 1],"raddle, or reddle n",1). c_DEF([ "ruddle" ,1, 1, 2],"a red ochre, used esp| to mark sheep",1). c_DEF([ "ruddle" ,1, 2, 1],"to mark (sheep) with ruddle",1). c_DEF([ "ruddock",1,1,1 ], "a Brit| dialect name for the robin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruddy duck",1,1,1 ], "America and N South America and has a stiff upright tail| The male has a reddish-brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruddy duck",1,1,1 ], "a small duck, Oxyura jamaicensis, that inhabits marshes, ponds, etc|, in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruddy duck",1,1,1 ], "body and blue bill in the breeding season" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ruddy",1,1,1 ], "having a healthy reddish colour, usually resulting from an outdoor life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruddy",1,1,2 ], "coloured red or pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruddy",1,3,1 ], "(intensifier) bloody; damned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,1 ], "insulting or uncivil; discourteous; impolite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,2 ], "lacking refinement; coarse or uncouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,3 ], "vulgar or obscene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,4 ], "roughly or crudely made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,5 ], "rough or harsh in sound, appearance, or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,6 ], "humble or lowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,7 ], "robust or sturdy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rude",1,1,8 ], "approximate or imprecise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruderal",1,1,1 ], "a plant that grows on waste ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruderal",1,2,1 ], "growing in waste places" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudiment",1,1,1 ], "the first principles or elementary stages of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudiment",1,1,2 ], "a partially developed version of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudiment",1,1,3 ], "an organ or part in its earliest recognizable form, esp| one in an embryonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudiment",1,1,3 ], "or vestigial state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rudimentary",1,1,1 ], "basic; fundamental; not elaborated or perfected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudimentary",1,1,2 ], "incompletely developed; vestigial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rudish",1,1,1 ], "somewhat rude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rue",1,1,1 ], "to feel sorrow, remorse, or regret for (one's own wrongdoing, past events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rue",1,1,1 ], "with unpleasant consequences, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rue",1,2,1 ], "sorrow, pity, or regret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rue",2,1,1 ], "Eurasian shrub with small yellow flowers and evergreen leaves which yield an acrid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rue",2,1,1 ], "any rutaceous plant of the genus Ruta, esp| R| graveolens, an aromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rue",2,1,1 ], "of grace" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rue",2,1,1 ], "volatile oil, formerly used medicinally as a narcotic and stimulant| Archaic name: herb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rueful",1,1,1 ], "feeling or expressing sorrow or repentance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rueful",1,1,2 ], "inspiring sorrow or pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rufescent",1,1,1 ], "tinged with red or becoming red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,1 ], "a circular pleated, gathered, or fluted collar of lawn, muslin, etc|, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,1 ], "starched or wired, worn by both men and women in the 16th and 17th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,2 ], "a natural growth of long or coloured hair or feathers around the necks of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,2 ], "certain animals or birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,2,1 ], "an Old World shore bird, Philomachus pugnax, the male of which has a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,2,1 ], "erectile ruff of feathers in the breeding season: family Scolopacidae (sandpipers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,2,1 ], "etc|), order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",1,1,2,2 ], "the male of this bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",2,1,1 ], "another word for trump ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruff",2,1,2 ], "an old card game similar to whist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffe",1,1,1 ], "a European freshwater teleost fish, Acerina cernua, having a single spiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffe",1,1,1 ], "dorsal fin: family Percidae (perches)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruffed grouse",1,1,1 ], "a large North American grouse, Bonasa umbellus, having brown plumage with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffed grouse",1,1,1 ], "darker markings around the neck and a black-tipped fan-shaped tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruffian",1,1,1 ], "a violent or lawless person; hoodlum or villain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,1,1 ], "to make, be, or become irregular or rumpled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,1,2 ], "to annoy, irritate, or be annoyed or irritated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,2,1 ], "to make into a ruffle; pleat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,2,2 ], "(of a bird) to erect (its feathers) in anger, display, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,3,1 ], "to flick (cards, pages, etc|) rapidly with the fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,4,1 ], "an irregular or disturbed surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,4,2 ], "a strip of pleated material used for decoration or as a trim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,4,3 ], "another name for ruff ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",1,4,4 ], "annoyance or irritation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",2,1,1 ], "a low continuous drumbeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",2,2,1 ], "to beat a drum with a low repetitive beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffle",3,1,1 ], "to behave riotously or arrogantly; swagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that ruffles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruffler",1,1,2 ], "an attachment on a sewing machine used for making frills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rufous",1,1,1 ], "reddish brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rug",1,1,1 ], "a floor covering, smaller than a carpet and made of thick wool or of other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rug",1,1,1 ], "material, such as an animal skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rug",1,1,2 ], "a blanket, esp| one used as a wrap or lap robe for travellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rug",1,1,3 ], "pull the rug out from under| to betray, expose, or leave defenceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruga",1,1,1 ], "a fold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugby league",1,1,1 ], "a form of rugby football played between teams of 13 players, professionalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugby league",1,1,1 ], "being allowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rugby union",1,1,1 ], "a form of rugby football played only by amateurs, played between teams of 15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugby union",1,1,1 ], "players" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rugby",1,1,1 ], "a form of football played with an oval ball in which the handling and carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugby",1,1,1 ], "of the ball is permitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,1 ], "having an uneven or jagged surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,2 ], "rocky or steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,3 ], "(of the face) strong-featured or furrowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,4 ], "rough, severe, or stern in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,5 ], "without refinement or culture; rude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,6 ], "involving hardship; harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,7 ], "difficult or hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugged",1,1,8 ], "sturdy or strong; robust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruggedize",1,1,1 ], "to make durable, as for military use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugger",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for rugby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rugose" ,1, 1, 1],"rugous, or rugate adj",1). c_DEF([ "rugose" ,1, 1, 2],"wrinkled",1). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,1,1 ], "destroyed or decayed building or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being destroyed or decayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,1,3 ], "loss of wealth, position, etc|, or something that causes such loss; downfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,1,4 ], "something that is severely damaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,1,5 ], "a person who has suffered a downfall, bankruptcy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,1,6 ], "loss of value or usefulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,1,7 ], "loss of her virginity by a woman outside marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,2,1 ], "to bring to ruin; destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,3,1 ], "to injure or spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,4,1 ], "to fall into ruins; collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruin",1,5,1 ], "to seduce and abandon (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruination",1,1,1 ], "the act of ruining or the state of being ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruination",1,1,2 ], "something that causes ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruinous",1,1,1 ], "causing, tending to cause, or characterized by ruin or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule of three",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical rule asserting that the value of one unknown quantity in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule of three",1,1,1 ], "other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rule of three",1,1,1 ], "proportion is found by multiplying the denominator of each ratio by the numerator of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rule of thumb",1,1,1,1 ], "a rough and practical approach, based on experience, rather than a scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule of thumb",1,1,1,1 ], "or precise one based on theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rule of thumb",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule out",1,1,1 ], "to dismiss from consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule out",1,1,2 ], "to make impossible; preclude or prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,1 ], "an authoritative regulation or direction concerning method or procedure, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,1 ], "for a court of law, legislative body, game, or other human institution or activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,10 ], "as a rule| normally or ordinarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,2 ], "the exercise of governmental authority or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,3 ], "the period of time in which a monarch or government has power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,4 ], "a customary form or procedure; regular course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,5 ], "(usually preceded by the) the common order of things; normal condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,6 ], "a prescribed method or procedure for solving a mathematical problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,7 ], "any of various devices with a straight edge for guiding or measuring; ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,7,1 ], "a printed or drawn character in the form of a long thin line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,7,2 ], "another name for dash ,1,12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,7,3 ], "a strip of brass or other metal used to print such a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,8 ], "a systematic body of prescriptions defining the way of life to be followed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,8 ], "members of a religious order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,1,9 ], "an order by a court or judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,2,1 ], "individual, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,2,1 ], "to exercise governing or controlling authority over (a people, political unit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, often takes a clause as object) to decide authoritatively; decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,3,1 ], "ruler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,3,1 ], "to mark with straight parallel lines or make one straight line, as with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,4,1 ], "to restrain or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,5,1 ], "to be customary or prevalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,6,1 ], "to be pre-eminent or superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,7,1 ], "(of a planet) to have a strong affinity with certain human attributes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,7,1 ], "activities, etc|, associated with (one or sometimes two signs of the zodiac)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rule",1,7,2 ], "rule the roost to be pre-eminent; be in charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruler",1,1,1 ], "a person who rules or commands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruler",1,1,2 ], "a strip of wood, metal, or other material, having straight edges graduated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruler",1,1,2 ], "usually in millimetres or inches, used for measuring and drawing straight lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruling",1,1,1 ], "a decision of someone in authority, such as a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruling",1,1,2 ], "one or more parallel ruled lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruling",1,2,1 ], "controlling or exercising authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruling",1,2,2 ], "prevalent or predominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rum" ,3, 1, 1],"short for ,rummy ,1",1). c_DEF([ "rum",1,1,1 ], "caramel or by maturation in oak containers, or left white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rum",1,1,1 ], "spirit made from sugar cane, either coloured brownish-red by the addition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rum",2,1,1 ], "rummer, rummest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rum",2,1,2 ], "strange; peculiar; odd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumba",1,1,1 ], "a rhythmic and syncopated Cuban dance in duple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumba",1,1,2 ], "a ballroom dance derived from this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumba",1,1,3 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble seat",1,1,1 ], "a folding outside seat at the rear of some early cars; dicky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a deep resonant sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,1,2 ], "to move with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,2,1 ], "to utter with a rumbling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,3,1 ], "order to polish them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,3,1 ], "to tumble (metal components, gemstones, etc|) in a barrel of smooth stone in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,4,1 ], "to find out about (someone or something); discover (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,5,1 ], "to be involved in a gang fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,6,1 ], "a deep resonant sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,6,2 ], "a widespread murmur of discontent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,6,3 ], "another name for tumbler ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumble",1,6,4 ], "a gang fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumbustious",1,1,1 ], "boisterous or unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumen",1,1,1 ], "the first compartment of the stomach of ruminants, behind the reticulum, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumen",1,1,1 ], "which food is partly digested before being regurgitated as cud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,1,1 ], "antelopes, cattle, sheep, and goats" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,1,1 ], "any artiodactyl mammal of the suborder Ruminantia, the members of which chew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,1,1 ], "the cud and have a stomach of four compartments| The group includes deer," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,1,2 ], "any other animal that chews the cud, such as a camel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the suborder Ruminantia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,2,2 ], "(of members of this suborder and related animals, such as camels) chewing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,2,2 ], "cud; ruminating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruminant",1,2,3 ], "meditating or contemplating in a slow quiet way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruminate",1,1,1 ], "(of ruminants) to chew (the cud)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruminate",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by upon, on, etc|) to meditate or ponder (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummage out",1,1,1 ], "to find by searching vigorously turn out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummage sale",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for jumble sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummage sale",1,1,2 ], "a sale of unclaimed property or unsold stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummage",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by through) to search (through) while looking for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummage",1,1,1 ], "something, often causing disorder or confusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rummage",1,2,1 ], "an act of rummaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummage",1,2,2 ], "a jumble of articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummage",1,2,3 ], "arrumage, from arrumer to stow in a ship's hold, probably of Germanic origin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rummage",1,2,3 ], "confusion or bustle| C14 (in the sense: to pack a cargo): from Old French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummer",1,1,1 ], "a drinking glass, typically having an ovoid bowl on a short stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummy",1,1,1 ], "a card game based on collecting sets and sequences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummy",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for drunkard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rummy",2,2,1 ], "of or like rum in taste or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumour",1,1,1,1 ], "information, often a mixture of truth and untruth, passed around verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumour",1,1,1,2 ], "a rumour-monger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumour",1,1,2 ], "gossip or hearsay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumour",1,1,3 ], "din or clamour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumour",1,1,4 ], "fame or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumour",1,2,1 ], "to pass around or circulate in the form of a rumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumour",1,2,2 ], "to make or cause to make a murmuring noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rump",1,1,1 ], "the hindquarters of a mammal, not including the legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rump",1,1,2 ], "the rear part of a bird's back, nearest to the tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rump",1,1,3 ], "a person's buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rump",1,1,4 ], "a cut of beef from behind the loin and above the round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rump",1,1,5 ], "an inferior remnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumple",1,1,1 ], "to make or become wrinkled, crumpled, ruffled, or dishevelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumple",1,2,1 ], "a wrinkle, fold, or crease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumpus room",1,1,1 ], "a room used for noisy activities, such as parties or children's games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rumpus",1,1,1 ], "a noisy, confused, or disruptive commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run across",1,1,1 ], "to meet unexpectedly encounter by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run after",1,1,1 ], "to pursue (a member of the opposite sex) with persistent attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run after",1,1,2 ], "to pursue (anything) persistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run along",1,1,1 ], "(often said patronizingly) to go away leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run around" ,1, 1, 1],"(often foll| by with) to associate habitually (with)",1). c_DEF([ "run around" ,1, 1, 2],"to behave in a fickle or promiscuous manner",1). c_DEF([ "run around" ,1, 2, 1],"deceitful or evasive treatment of a person (esp| in the phrase give or get the",1). c_DEF([ "run around" ,1, 2, 1],"run-around)",2). c_DEF([ "run around" ,1, 2, 2],"accommodate an illustration",2). c_DEF([ "run around" ,1, 2, 2],"an arrangement of printed matter in which the column width is narrowed to",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 1],"to take flight; escape",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 2],"to go away; depart",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a horse) to gallop away uncontrollably|",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"to abscond or elope with",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"to make off with; steal",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 4, 3],"to escape from the control of",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 4, 4],"to win easily or be assured of victory in (a competition)",1). c_DEF([ "run away" ,1, 1, 4],"run away with",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 1, 1],"to cause or allow (an engine, battery, etc|) to lose power gradually and cease",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 1, 1],"to function or (of an engine, battery, etc|) to do this",2). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 1, 2],"to decline or reduce in number or size",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 2, 1],"to tire, sap the strength of, or exhaust",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 3, 1],"to criticize adversely; denigrate; decry",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 4, 1, 1],"to collide with and cause to sink",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 4, 1, 2],"to navigate so as to move parallel to",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 4, 1],"to hit and knock to the ground with a moving vehicle",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 4, 2],"(a coast)",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 5, 1],"to pursue and find or capture",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 6, 1],"to read swiftly or perfunctorily",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 7, 2],"tired; exhausted",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 7, 3],"worn-out, shabby, or dilapidated",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 7, 4],"a brief review, r''esum''e, or summary",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 7, 5],"source of power is removed",2). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 7, 5],"the process of a motor or mechanism coming gradually to a standstill after the",1). c_DEF([ "run down" ,1, 7, 6],"a reduction in number or size",1). c_DEF([ "run in" ,1, 1, 1],"order that the running surfaces may become polished",2). c_DEF([ "run in" ,1, 1, 1],"to run (an engine) gently, usually for a specified period when it is new, in",1). c_DEF([ "run in" ,1, 2, 1],"to insert or include",1). c_DEF([ "run in" ,1, 3, 1],"(of an aircraft) to approach a point or target",1). c_DEF([ "run in" ,1, 4, 1],"to take into custody; arrest",1). c_DEF([ "run into",1,1,1 ], "to collide with or cause to collide with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run into",1,1,2 ], "to encounter unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run into",1,1,3 ], "to be beset by or cause to be beset by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run into",1,1,4 ], "to extend to; be of the order of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 1, 1],"to depart in haste",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 2, 1],"to produce quickly, as copies on a duplicating machine",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 2, 2],"to drain (liquid) or (of liquid) to be drained",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 3, 1],"to decide (a race) by a runoff",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 4, 1],"to get rid of (weight, etc|) by running",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 5, 1],"(of a flow of liquid) to begin to dry up; cease to run",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 5, 2, 1],"to steal; purloin",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 5, 2, 2],"to elope with",1). c_DEF([ "run off" ,1, 5, 2],"run off with",1). c_DEF([ "run on" ,1, 1, 1],"to continue without interruption",1). c_DEF([ "run on" ,1, 1, 2],"to handwrite with linked-up characters",1). c_DEF([ "run on" ,1, 1, 3],"to compose text matter without indention or paragraphing",1). c_DEF([ "run out" ,1, 1, 1],"to exhaust (a supply of something) or (of a supply) to become exhausted",1). c_DEF([ "run out" ,1, 1, 2],"run out on| Informal| to desert or abandon",1). c_DEF([ "run out" ,1, 2, 1],"the ball in the hand, while he is out of his ground",2). c_DEF([ "run out" ,1, 2, 1],"to dismiss (a running batsman) by breaking the wicket with the ball, or with",1). c_DEF([ "run over",1,1,1 ], "to knock down (a person) with a moving vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run over",1,2,1 ], "to overflow the capacity of (a container)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run over",1,3,1 ], "to examine hastily or make a rapid survey of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run over",1,4,1 ], "to exceed (a limit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run through" ,1, 1, 1],"to pierce with a sword or other weapon",1). c_DEF([ "run through" ,1, 2, 1],"to exhaust (money) by wasteful spending; squander",1). c_DEF([ "run through" ,1, 3, 1],"to practise or rehearse",1). c_DEF([ "run through" ,1, 4, 1],"to examine hastily",1). c_DEF([ "run to",1,1,1 ], "to be sufficient for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run up" ,1, 1, 1],"to amass or accumulate; incur",1). c_DEF([ "run up" ,1, 1, 2],"to make by sewing together quickly",1). c_DEF([ "run up" ,1, 1, 3],"to hoist",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"(of a two-legged creature)",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"(of a four-legged creature) to move at a rapid gait; gallop or canter",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 1, 2],"for part of each stride",2). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 1, 2],"to move on foot at a rapid pace so that both feet are off the ground together",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 10, 1],"to make a short trip or brief informal visit",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 10, 2],"to move quickly and easily on wheels by rolling, or in any of certain other",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 10, 2],"ways",2). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 10, 3],"to move or cause to move with a specified result or in a specified manner",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 10, 4],"(often foll| by over) to move or pass or cause to move or pass quickly",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 11, 1],"to force, thrust, or drive",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 12, 1],"to drive or maintain and operate (a vehicle)",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 13, 1],"to give a lift to (someone) in a vehicle; transport",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 13, 2],"to ply or cause to ply between places on a route",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 13, 3],"to operate or be operated; function or cause to function",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 14, 1],"to be in charge of; manage",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 14, 2],"direction, for a particular duration or distance, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 14, 2],"to extend or continue or cause to extend or continue in a particular",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 15, 1, 1],"to have legal force or effect",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 15, 1, 2],"to accompany; be an integral part of or adjunct to",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 16, 1],"to be subjected to, be affected by, or incur",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 17, 1],"to be characterized (by); tend or incline",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 18, 1],"to recur persistently or be inherent",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 18, 2],"specified",2). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 18, 2],"to cause or allow (liquids) to flow or (of liquids) to flow, esp| in a manner",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 19, 1, 1],"to melt or fuse",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 19, 1, 2],"to mould or cast",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 19, 1],"to melt and flow",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 19, 2],"(molten metal)",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 2, 1],"to pass over (a distance, route, etc|) in running",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 20, 1],"(of waves, tides, rivers, etc|) to rise high, surge, or be at a specified",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 20, 1],"height",2). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 21, 1],"to be diffused",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 22, 1],"(of stitches) to unravel or come undone or (of a garment) to have stitches",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 22, 1],"unravel or come undone",2). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 22, 2],"to sew (an article) with continuous stitches",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 23, 1],"(of growing vines, creepers, etc|) to trail, spread, or climb",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 24, 1],"to spread or circulate quickly",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 25, 1],"to be stated or reported",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 3, 1],"to run in or finish a race as specified, esp| in a particular position",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 4, 1],"to perform or accomplish by or as if by running",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 5, 1],"to bring into a specified state or condition by running",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 6, 1],"to track down or hunt (an animal)",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 7, 1],"to move about freely and without restraint",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 8, 1],"to go or have recourse, as for aid, assistance, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "run" ,1, 9, 1],"to set (animals) loose on (a field or tract of land) so as to graze freely",1). c_DEF([ "run-of-paper",1,1,1 ], "(of a story, advertisement, etc|) placed anywhere in a newspaper, at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run-of-paper",1,1,1 ], "discretion of the editor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "run-of-the-mill",1,1,1 ], "ordinary, average, or undistinguished in quality, character, or nature; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "run-of-the-mill",1,1,1 ], "special or excellent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "runabout" ,1, 1, 1],"a small car, esp| one for use in a town",1). c_DEF([ "runabout" ,1, 1, 2],"a light aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "runabout" ,1, 1, 3],"a light motorboat",1). c_DEF([ "runabout" ,1, 1, 4],"a person who moves about constantly or busily",1). c_DEF([ "runabout" ,1, 2, 1],"bout",1). c_DEF([ "runabout" ,1, 2, 2],"to move busily from place to place",1). c_DEF([ "runagate",1,1,1,1 ], "a vagabond, fugitive, or renegade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runagate",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runch",1,1,1 ], "another name for white charlock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runcible spoon",1,1,1 ], "a forklike utensil with two broad prongs and one sharp curved prong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runcinate",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf) having a saw-toothed margin with the teeth or lobes pointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runcinate",1,1,1 ], "backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rundle",1,1,1 ], "a rung of a ladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rundle",1,1,2 ], "a wheel, esp| of a wheelbarrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rundlet",1,1,1 ], "a liquid measure, generally about 15 gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rune",1,1,1 ], "Ages| Each character was believed to have a magical significance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rune",1,1,1 ], "alphabet, in use, esp| in Scandinavia, from the 3rd century a|d| to the end of the Middle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rune",1,1,1 ], "any of the characters of an ancient Germanic alphabet, derived from the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rune",1,1,2 ], "any obscure piece of writing using mysterious symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rune",1,1,3 ], "a kind of Finnish poem or a stanza in such a poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rung",1,1,1 ], "one of the bars or rods that form the steps of a ladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rung",1,1,2 ], "a crosspiece between the legs of a chair, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rung",1,1,3 ], "a spoke on a ship's wheel or a handle projecting from the periphery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rung",1,1,4 ], "a cudgel or staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rung",2,1,1 ], "the past participle of ring ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runlet(!r'nl$It)" ,1, 1, 1],"rchaic",1). c_DEF([ "runlet(!r'nl$It)" ,1, 1, 2],"a cask for wine, beer, etc",1). c_DEF([ "runnel",1,1,1 ], "a small stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner bean",1,1,1 ], "another name for scarlet runner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,1 ], "a person who runs, esp| an athlete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,10 ], "a strip of lace, linen, etc|, placed across a table or dresser for protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,10 ], "and decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,11 ], "a narrow rug or carpet, as for a passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,12 ], "another word for rocker (on a rocking chair)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,2 ], "a messenger for a bank or brokerage firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,3 ], "an employee of an art or antique dealer who visits auctions to bid on desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,3 ], "lots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,4 ], "a person engaged in the solicitation of business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,5 ], "a person on the run; fugitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,5,1 ], "a person or vessel engaged in smuggling; smuggler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,5,2 ], "a rum-runner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,6 ], "a person who operates, manages, or controls something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,6,1 ], "either of the strips of metal or wood on which a sledge runs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,6,2 ], "the blade of an ice skate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,7 ], "a roller or guide for a sliding component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,8 ], "any of various carangid fishes of temperate and tropical seas, such as Caranx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,8 ], "crysos of American Atlantic waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,8,1 ], "stolon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,9 ], "a slender horizontal stem, as of the strawberry, that grows along the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,9 ], "of the soil and propagates by producing roots and shoots at the nodes or tip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "runner",1,1,9,2 ], "a plant that propagates in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runner-up",1,1,1 ], "a contestant finishing a race or competition in second place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running board",1,1,1 ], "a ledge beneath the doors of certain old cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running head",1,1,1 ], "a heading printed at the top of every page or every other page of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running light",1,1,1 ], "night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "running light",1,1,1 ], "one of several white, red, or green lights displayed by vessels operating at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running mate",1,1,1 ], "a candidate for the subordinate of two linked positions, esp| a candidate for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running mate",1,1,1 ], "the vice-presidency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "running mate",1,1,2 ], "a horse that pairs another in a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running rigging",1,1,1 ], "the wires and ropes used to control the operations of a sailing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running stitch",1,1,1 ], "a simple form of hand stitching, consisting of small stitches that look the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running stitch",1,1,1 ], "gathering stitch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "running stitch",1,1,1 ], "same on both sides of the fabric, usually used for gathering| Sometimes called:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,1,1 ], "maintained continuously; incessant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,1 ], "without interruption; consecutive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,10 ], "flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,11 ], "(of handwriting) having the letters run together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,2 ], "denoting or relating to the scheduled operation of a public vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,3 ], "accomplished at a run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,4 ], "moving or slipping easily, as a rope or a knot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,5 ], "(of a wound, sore, etc|) discharging pus or a serous fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,6 ], "denoting or relating to operations or maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,7 ], "prevalent; current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,8 ], "repeated or continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,2,9 ], "(of certain plants, plant stems, etc|) creeping along the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,3,1 ], "management or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,3,2 ], "operation or maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,3,3 ], "competition or competitive situation (in the phrases in the running, out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,3,3 ], "the running)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,3,4 ], "make the running| to set the pace in a competition or race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "running",1,3,5 ], "the power or ability to run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runny",1,1,2 ], "tending to flow; liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runny",1,1,3 ], "(of the nose or nasal passages) exuding mucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runt",1,1,1 ], "a litter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "runt",1,1,1 ], "the smallest and weakest young animal in a litter, esp| the smallest piglet in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runt",1,1,2 ], "an undersized or inferior person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runt",1,1,3 ], "a large pigeon, originally bred for eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runway",1,1,1 ], "a hard level roadway or other surface from which aircraft take off and on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runway",1,1,1 ], "which they land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "runway",1,1,2 ], "an enclosure for domestic animals; run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runway",1,1,3 ], "a chute for sliding logs down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runway",1,1,4 ], "a narrow ramp extending from the stage into the audience in a theatre," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "runway",1,1,4 ], "nightclub, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rupee",1,1,1 ], "cents), and of Nepal (divided into 100 pice)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rupee",1,1,1 ], "paisas), Sri Lanka, the Maldive Islands, Mauritius, and the Seychelles (divided into 100" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rupee",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of India, Pakistan, and Bhutan (divided into 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupiah",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Indonesia, divided into 100 sen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupture",1,1,1 ], "the act of breaking or bursting or the state of being broken or burst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupture",1,1,2 ], "a breach of peaceful or friendly relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupture",1,1,2,1 ], "the breaking or tearing of a bodily structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupture",1,1,2,2 ], "another word for hernia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupture",1,2,1 ], "to break or burst or cause to break or burst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupture",1,2,2 ], "to affect or be affected with a rupture or hernia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rupture",1,2,3 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a breach in relations or friendship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rural dean",1,1,1 ], "a clergyman having authority over a group of parishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rural district",1,1,1 ], "(in England and Wales from 1888 to 1974 and Northern Ireland from 1898 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rural district",1,1,1 ], "1973) a rural division of a county" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rural science",1,1,1 ], "the study and theory of agriculture, biology, ecology, and associated fields" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rural",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the country or country life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rural",1,1,2 ], "living in or accustomed to the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rural",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or associated with farming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruralize",1,1,1 ], "to make rural in character, appearance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruralize",1,2,1 ], "to go into the country to live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruse",1,1,1 ], "an action intended to mislead, deceive, or trick; stratagem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush hour",1,1,1 ], "a period at the beginning and end of the working day when large numbers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush hour",1,1,1 ], "people are travelling to or from work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rush light",1,1,1 ], "a narrow candle, formerly in use, made of the pith of various types of rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush light",1,1,1 ], "dipped in tallow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,1,1 ], "to hurry or cause to hurry; hasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,1,2 ], "to make a sudden attack upon (a fortress, position, person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at, in, or into) to proceed or approach in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,1,3 ], "reckless manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,1,4 ], "rush one's fences| to proceed with precipitate haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,2,1 ], "to come, flow, swell, etc|, quickly or suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,3,1 ], "person)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,3,1 ], "to make a concerted effort to secure the agreement, participation, etc|, of (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,4,1 ], "(of a pack) to move (the ball) forwards by short kicks and runs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,5,1 ], "the act or condition of rushing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,5,2 ], "a sudden surge towards someone or something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,5,3 ], "a sudden demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,5,4 ], "(in film-making) the initial prints of a scene or scenes before editing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,5,5 ], "the act of rushing the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,6,1 ], "requiring speed or urgency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",1,6,2 ], "characterized by much movement, business, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",2,1,1 ], "Juncaceae|Many species are used to make baskets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rush",2,1,1 ], "any annual or perennial plant of the genus Juncus, growing in wet places and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",2,1,1 ], "typically having grasslike cylindrical leaves and small green or brown flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rush",2,1,2 ], "and spike-rush" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rush",2,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants, such as the woodrush, scouring rush," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",2,1,3 ], "something valueless; a trifle; straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rush",2,1,4 ], "short for rush light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rushy",1,1,1 ], "rushier, rushiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rushy",1,1,2 ], "abounding in, covered with, or made of rushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusk",1,1,1 ], "a kind of light biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusk",1,1,2 ], "a light bread dough, sweet or plain, baked twice until it is brown, hard, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusk",1,1,2 ], "crisp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,1,1 ], "brown with a yellowish or reddish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,1,1,1 ], "a rough homespun fabric, reddish-brown in colour, formerly in use for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,1,1,1 ], "clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,1,2 ], "any of various apples with rough brownish-red skins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,1,3 ], "abnormal roughness on fruit, caused by parasites, pesticides, or frost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,2,1 ], "(of tanned hide leather) dressed ready for staining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,2,2 ], "simple; homely; rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "russet",1,2,3 ], "of the colour russet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust bucket",1,1,1 ], "a very badly rusted car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown oxide coating formed on iron or steel by the action of oxygen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1 ], "and moisture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1,1 ], "a strong brown colour, sometimes with a reddish or yellowish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1,1 ], "any basidiomycetous fungus of the order Uredinales, parasitic on cereal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1,1 ], "plants, conifers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1,2 ], "any of various plant diseases characterized by reddish-brown discoloration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,1,2 ], "the leaves and stem, esp| that caused by the rust fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,1,2 ], "any corrosive or debilitating influence, esp| lack of use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become coated with a layer of rust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,2,2 ], "lack of use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rust",1,2,2 ], "to deteriorate or cause to deteriorate through some debilitating influence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or living in the country; rural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,2 ], "having qualities ascribed to country life or people; simple; unsophisticated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,3 ], "crude, awkward, or uncouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,4 ], "made of untrimmed branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,5 ], "18th and 19th centuries, in which the legs and feet of chairs, tables, etc|, were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,5 ], "denoting or characteristic of a style of furniture popular in England in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,5 ], "made to resemble roots, trunks, and branches of trees" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,6 ], "(of masonry, etc|) having a rough or irregular surface and chamfered or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,1,6 ], "recessed joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,2,1 ], "a person who comes from or lives in the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,2,2 ], "an unsophisticated, simple, or clownish person from the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustic",1,2,3 ], "brick or stone having a rough finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusticate",1,1,1 ], "to banish or retire to the country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusticate",1,1,2 ], "to make or become rustic in style, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusticate",1,2,1 ], "to construct (brickwork or masonry) in a rustic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusticate",1,3,1 ], "to send down from university for a specified time as a punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustle up",1,1,1 ], "to prepare (a meal, etc|) rapidly, esp| at short notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustle up",1,1,2 ], "to forage for and obtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustle",1,1,1 ], "leaves or paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rustle",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a low crisp whispering or rubbing sound, as of dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustle",1,1,2 ], "to move with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustle",1,2,1 ], "such a sound or sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustle",2,1,1 ], "to steal (cattle, horses, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustle",2,1,2 ], "to move swiftly and energetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustler",1,1,1 ], "a cattle or horse thief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustler",1,1,2 ], "an energetic or vigorous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rustproof",1,1,1 ], "treated against rusting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,1 ], "rustier, rustiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,2 ], "covered with, affected by, or consisting of rust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,3 ], "of the colour rust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,4 ], "discoloured by age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,5 ], "(of the voice) tending to croak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,6 ], "old-fashioned in appearance; seemingly antiquated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,7 ], "out of practice; impaired in skill or knowledge by inaction or neglect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rusty",1,1,8 ], "(of plants) affected by the rust fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rut" ,1, 1, 1],"a groove or furrow in a soft road, caused by wheels",1). c_DEF([ "rut" ,1, 1, 2],"any deep mark, hole, or groove",1). c_DEF([ "rut" ,1, 1, 3],"a narrow or predictable way of life, set of attitudes, etc|; dreary or",1). c_DEF([ "rut" ,1, 1, 3],"undeviating routine (esp| in the phrase in a rut)",2). c_DEF([ "rut" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a rut or ruts in",1). c_DEF([ "rut" ,2, 1, 1],"a recurrent period of sexual excitement and reproductive activity in certain",1). c_DEF([ "rut" ,2, 1, 1],"females",3). c_DEF([ "rut" ,2, 1, 1],"male ruminants, such as the deer, that corresponds to the period of oestrus in",2). c_DEF([ "rut" ,2, 1, 2],"another name for ,oestrus",1). c_DEF([ "rut" ,2, 2, 1],"(of male ruminants) to be in a period of sexual excitement and",1). c_DEF([ "rut" ,2, 2, 1],"activity",2). c_DEF([ "rutabaga",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for swede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutaceous",1,1,1 ], "citrus trees, and dittany" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rutaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Rutaceae, a family of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutaceous",1,1,1 ], "temperate flowering plants many of which have aromatic leaves| The family includes rue," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruth",1,1,1 ], "pity; compassion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruth",1,1,2 ], "repentance; remorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruth",1,1,3 ], "grief or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruthenic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing ruthenium, esp| in a high valency state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruthenious",1,1,1 ], "of or containing ruthenium in a divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruthenium",1,1,1 ], "a hard brittle white element of the platinum metal group| It occurs free with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruthenium",1,1,1 ], "and palladium| Symbol: Ru; atomic no|: 44; atomic wt|: 101|07; valency: 1-8;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ruthenium",1,1,1 ], "other platinum metals in pentlandite and other ores and is used to harden platinum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruthenium",1,1,1 ], "relative density: 12|41; melting pt|: 2310 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3900 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "rutherford",1,1,1 ], "a unit of activity equal to the quantity of a radioactive nuclide required to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutherford",1,1,1 ], "produce one million disintegrations per second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rutherfordium",1,1,1 ], "Kurchatovium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rutherfordium",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for the element with the atomic number 104, known in the USSR as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruthful",1,1,1 ], "full of or causing sorrow or pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruthless",1,1,1 ], "feeling or showing no mercy; hard-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutilant",1,1,1 ], "of a reddish colour or glow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutilated",1,1,1 ], "(of minerals, esp| quartz) containing needles of rutile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutile",1,1,1 ], "a golden or reddish-brown to black mineral consisting of titanium dioxide in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutile",1,1,1 ], "important source of titanium and titanium dioxide| Formula: TiO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "rutile",1,1,1 ], "tetragonal crystalline form| It occurs in plutonic and metamorphic rocks, and is an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ruttish",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) in a condition of rut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ruttish",1,1,2 ], "lascivious or salacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rutty",1,1,2 ], "full of ruts or holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye bread",1,1,1 ], "any of various breads made entirely or partly from rye flour, often with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye bread",1,1,1 ], "caraway seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rye",1,1,1 ], "a tall hardy widely cultivated annual grass, Secale cereale, having soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye",1,1,1 ], "bluish-green leaves, bristly flower spikes, and light brown grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rye",1,1,2 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rye",1,1,2 ], "the grain of this grass, used in making flour and whiskey, and as a livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye",1,1,3 ], "per cent rye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rye",1,1,3 ], "whiskey distilled from rye| U|S| whiskey must by law contain not less than 51" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye",2,1,1 ], "a gentleman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye-brome",1,1,1 ], "a grass, Bromus secalinus, native to Europe and Asia, having rough leaves and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye-brome",1,1,1 ], "wheatlike ears| U|S| names: cheat, chess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rye-grass",1,1,1 ], "N Africa, and Asia and widely cultivated as forage crops| They have a flattened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "rye-grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses of the genus Lolium, esp| L| perenne, native to Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "rye-grass",1,1,1 ], "flower spike and hairless leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ryokan",1,1,1 ], "a traditional Japanese inn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ryot",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a peasant or tenant farmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|",1,1,1 ], "rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|",1,1,2 ], "recipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|",1,1,3 ], "recto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|",1,1,4 ], "rod (unit of length)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|",1,1,5 ], "ruled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|",1,1,6 ], "run(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|c|",1,1,1 ], "reinforced concrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|d|" ,1, 1, 1],"refer to drawer",1). c_DEF([ "r|h|",1,1,1 ], "right hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|h|d|",1,1,1 ], "right-hand drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|p|m|",1,1,1 ], "revolutions per minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|p|m|",1,1,2 ], "resale price maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|p|s|",1,1,1 ], "revolutions per second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "r|w|d|",1,1,1 ], "rear-wheel drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s" ,1, 1, 1],"Ss",1). c_DEF([ "s" ,1, 1, 2],"the 19th letter and 15th consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "s" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually an alveolar fricative,",1). c_DEF([ "s" ,1, 1, 3],"either voiceless, as in sit, or voiced, as in dogs",2). c_DEF([ "s" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"(in combination): an S-bend in a road",1). c_DEF([ "s" ,1, 1, 5],"something shaped like an S",1). c_DEF([ "s'il vous pla",1,1,1 ], "if you please please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabadilla",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American liliaceous plant, Schoenocaulon officinale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabadilla",1,1,2 ], "and veratridine and are used in insecticides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sabadilla",1,1,2 ], "the bitter brown seeds of this plant, which contain the alkaloids veratrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabayon",1,1,1 ], "a dessert very similar to zabaglione, but made with cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabbat",1,1,1 ], "another word for Sabbath ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabbath school",1,1,1 ], "a school for religious instruction held on the Sabbath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabbatical year",1,1,1 ], "a year during which the land was to be left uncultivated, debts annulled," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabbatical year",1,1,1 ], "etc|, supposed to be observed every seventh year by the ancient Israelites according" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sabbatical year",1,1,1 ], "to Leviticus 25" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sabbatical",1,1,1 ], "approximately every seventh year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sabbatical",1,1,1 ], "denoting a period of leave granted to university staff, teachers, etc|, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabbatical",1,1,2 ], "denoting a post that renders the holder eligible for such leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabbatical",1,2,1 ], "any sabbatical period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saber",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of sabre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabin",1,1,1 ], "a unit of acoustic absorption equal to the absorption resulting from one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabin",1,1,1 ], "square foot of a perfectly absorbing surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sable antelope",1,1,1 ], "a large black E African antelope, Hippotragus niger, with long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable antelope",1,1,1 ], "backward-curving horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,1,1 ], "a marten, Martes zibellina, of N Asian forests, with dark brown luxuriant fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,1,1,1 ], "the highly valued fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,1,2 ], "American sable| the brown, slightly less valuable fur of the American marten," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,1,2 ], "Martes americana" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,1,3 ], "the colour of sable fur: a dark brown to yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,2,1 ], "of the colour of sable fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,2,2 ], "black; dark; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sable",1,2,3 ], "of the colour black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabot",1,1,1 ], "a shoe made from a single block of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabot",1,1,2 ], "a shoe with a wooden sole and a leather or cloth upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabot",1,1,3 ], "a metal casing fitted around the base of a projectile in order to make it fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabot",1,1,3 ], "the rifling of a firearm better and so increase its velocity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sabot",1,1,4 ], "a small yacht with a shortened bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabotage",1,1,1 ], "service, etc|, as by enemy agents, dissatisfied employees, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sabotage",1,1,1 ], "the deliberate destruction, disruption, or damage of equipment, a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabotage",1,1,2 ], "any similar action or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabotage",1,2,1 ], "to destroy, damage, or disrupt, esp| by secret means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saboteur",1,1,1 ], "a person who commits sabotage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabra",1,1,1 ], "a Jew born in Israel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabre",1,1,1 ], "a stout single-edged cavalry sword, having a curved blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabre",1,1,2 ], "a sword used in fencing, having a narrow V-shaped blade, a semicircular guard," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabre",1,1,2 ], "and a slightly curved hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sabre",1,1,3 ], "a cavalry soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabre",1,2,1 ], "to injure or kill with a sabre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabre-toothed tiger",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct Tertiary felines of the genus Smilodon and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabre-toothed tiger",1,1,1 ], "genera, with long curved upper canine teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sabretache",1,1,1 ], "a leather case suspended from a cavalryman's saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sabulous",1,1,1 ], "like sand in texture; gritty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sac",1,1,1 ], "a pouch, bag, or pouchlike part in an animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacaton",1,1,1 ], "a coarse grass, Sporobolus wrightii, of the southwestern U|S| and Mexico," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacaton",1,1,1 ], "grown for hay and pasture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saccharase",1,1,1 ], "another name for invertase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of saccharic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble solid dicarboxylic acid obtained by the oxidation of cane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharic acid",1,1,1 ], "sugar or starch; 2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid| Formula: COOH(CHOH)4COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saccharide",1,1,1 ], "any sugar or other carbohydrate, esp| a simple sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharify" ,1, 1, 1],"saccharize, or saccharise vb| fies, fying, fied to convert",1). c_DEF([ "saccharify" ,1, 1, 2],"(starch) into sugar",1). c_DEF([ "saccharimeter",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring the strength of sugar solutions, esp| a type of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharimeter",1,1,1 ], "polarimeter for determining the concentration from the extent to which the solution rotates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saccharimeter",1,1,1 ], "the plane of polarized light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saccharin",1,1,1 ], "a very sweet white crystalline slightly soluble powder used as a nonfattening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharin",1,1,1 ], "sweetener| Formula: C7H5NO3S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saccharine",1,1,1 ], "excessively sweet; sugary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharine",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, of the nature of, or containing sugar or saccharin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharo-",1,1,1 ], "sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharoid",1,1,1 ], "having or designating a texture resembling that of loaf sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharoid",1,2,1 ], "any of a group of polysaccharides that remotely resemble sugars, but are not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharoid",1,2,1 ], "sweet and are often insoluble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saccharometer",1,1,1 ], "a hydrometer used to measure the strengths of sugar solutions| It is usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccharometer",1,1,1 ], "calibrated directly to give a reading of concentration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saccharose",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for sugar ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacculate" ,1, 1, 1],"sacculated, or saccularadj",1). c_DEF([ "sacculate" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or possessing a saccule, saccules, or a sacculus",1). c_DEF([ "saccule",1,1,1 ], "a small sac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saccule",1,1,2 ], "the smaller of the two parts of the membranous labyrinth of the internal ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacerdotal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of priests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacerdotalism",1,1,1 ], "the principles, methods, etc|, of the priesthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacerdotalism",1,1,2 ], "powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacerdotalism",1,1,2 ], "the belief that ordained priests are endowed with sacramental and sacrificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacerdotalism",1,1,3 ], "exaggerated respect for priests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacerdotalism",1,1,4 ], "power over people's opinions and actions achieved by priests through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacerdotalism",1,1,4 ], "sophistry or guile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sachem",1,1,1 ], "a leader of a political party or organization, esp| of Tammany Hall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sachem",1,1,2 ], "another name for sagamore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sachet",1,1,1 ], "a small sealed envelope, usually made of plastic or waxed paper, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sachet",1,1,1 ], "containing cream, shampoo, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sachet",1,1,1,1 ], "a small soft bag containing perfumed powder, placed in drawers to scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sachet",1,1,1,1 ], "clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sachet",1,1,1,2 ], "the powder contained in such a bag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack coat",1,1,1 ], "a hip-length coat with no waist seam, worn as the jacket of a suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack race",1,1,1 ], "a race in which the competitors' legs and often bodies are enclosed in sacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,1 ], "a large bag made of coarse cloth, thick paper, etc|, used as a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,2 ], "the amount contained in a sack, sometimes used as a unit of measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,2,1 ], "a woman's full loose hip-length jacket, worn in the 18th and mid-20th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,2,1 ], "centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,2,2 ], "a woman's loose tube-shaped dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,3 ], "the Australian word for bye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,5 ], "the sack| Informal| dismissal from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,1,6 ], "hit the sack| Slang| to go to bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,2,1 ], "to dismiss from employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",1,2,2 ], "to put into a sack or sacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",2,1,1 ], "slaughter, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sack",2,1,1 ], "the plundering of a place by an army or mob, usually involving destruction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",2,2,1 ], "to plunder and partially destroy (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sack",3,1,1 ], "any dry white wine from SW Europe, esp| sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sackbut",1,1,1 ], "a medieval form of trombone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sackcloth",1,1,1 ], "coarse cloth such as sacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sackcloth",1,1,2 ], "garments made of such cloth, worn formerly to indicate mourning or penitence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sackcloth",1,1,3 ], "repentance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sackcloth",1,1,3 ], "sackcloth and ashes| a public display of extreme grief, remorse, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacking",1,1,1 ], "coarse cloth used for making sacks, woven from flax, hemp, jute, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacral",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or associated with sacred rites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacral",2,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sacrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,1 ], "an outward sign combined with a prescribed form of words and regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,1 ], "baptism and the Lord's Supper| In the Roman Catholic and Eastern Churches they are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,1 ], "baptism, penance, confirmation, the Eucharist, holy orders, matrimony, and extreme" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,1 ], "conferring some specific grace upon those who receive it| The Protestant sacraments are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,1 ], "unction" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,2 ], "the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,3 ], "the consecrated elements of the Eucharist, esp| the bread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,4 ], "something regarded as possessing a sacred or mysterious significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrament",1,1,5 ], "a symbol; pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacramental",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having the nature of a sacrament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacramental",1,1,2 ], "bound by or as if by a sacrament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacramental",1,2,1 ], "a sacrament-like ritual action, such as the sign of the cross or the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacramental",1,2,1 ], "holy water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacramentalism",1,1,1 ], "belief in or special emphasis upon the efficacy of the sacraments for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacramentalism",1,1,1 ], "conferring grace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrarium",1,1,1 ], "the sanctuary of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrarium",1,1,2 ], "a place near the altar of a church, similar in function to the piscina, where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrarium",1,1,2 ], "materials used in the sacred rites are deposited or poured away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacred cow",1,1,1 ], "a person, institution, custom, etc|, unreasonably held to be beyond criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacred mushroom",1,1,1 ], "Amanita, that have been eaten in rituals in various parts of the world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacred mushroom",1,1,1 ], "any of various hallucinogenic mushrooms, esp| species of Psilocybe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacred mushroom",1,1,2 ], "a mescal button, used in a similar way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacred",1,1,1 ], "consecrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacred",1,1,1 ], "exclusively devoted to a deity or to some religious ceremony or use; holy;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacred",1,1,2 ], "worthy of or regarded with reverence, awe, or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacred",1,1,3 ], "protected by superstition or piety from irreligious actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacred",1,1,4 ], "connected with or intended for religious use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacred",1,1,5 ], "sacred to| dedicated to; in honour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,1 ], "a surrender of something of value as a means of gaining something more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,1 ], "desirable or of preventing some evil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,2 ], "a ritual killing of a person or animal with the intention of propitiating or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,2 ], "pleasing a deity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,3 ], "a symbolic offering of something to a deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,4 ], "the person, animal, or object surrendered, destroyed, killed, or offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,5 ], "a religious ceremony involving one or more sacrifices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,6 ], "loss entailed by giving up or selling something at less than its value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,1,7 ], "the act or an instance of sacrificing a piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,2,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,2,1 ], "to make a sacrifice (of); give up, surrender, or destroy (a person, thing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,2,2 ], "combination or gambit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrifice",1,2,2 ], "to permit or force one's opponent to capture a piece freely, as in playing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrificial anode",1,1,1 ], "an electropositive metal, such as zinc, that protects a more important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrificial anode",1,1,1 ], "electronegative part by corroding when attacked by electrolytic action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrificial",1,1,1 ], "used in or connected with a sacrifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrilege",1,1,1 ], "extreme respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrilege",1,1,1 ], "the misuse or desecration of anything regarded as sacred or as worthy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrilege",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of taking anything sacred for secular use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrilegious",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or involving sacrilege; impious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrilegious",1,1,2 ], "guilty of sacrilege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacring bell",1,1,1 ], "a small bell rung at the elevation of the Host and chalice during Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacring",1,1,1 ], "the act or ritual of consecration, esp| of the Eucharist or of a bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacristan",1,1,1 ], "a person who has charge of the contents of a church, esp| the sacred vessels," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacristan",1,1,1 ], "vestments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacristan",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for sexton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacristy",1,1,1 ], "a room attached to a church or chapel where the sacred vessels, etc|, are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacristy",1,1,1 ], "and where priests attire themselves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacroiliac",1,1,1 ], "associated ligaments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacroiliac",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sacrum and ilium, their articulation, or their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacroiliac",1,2,1 ], "the joint where these bones meet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrosanct",1,1,1 ], "very sacred or holy; inviolable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrum",1,1,1 ], "part of the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sacrum",1,1,1 ], "the large wedge-shaped bone, consisting of five fused vertebrae, in the lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sacrum",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in some other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sad sack",1,1,1 ], "an inept person who makes mistakes despite good intentions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sad",1,1,1 ], "sadder, saddest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sad",1,1,2 ], "feeling sorrow; unhappy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sad",1,1,3 ], "causing, suggestive, or expressive of such feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sad",1,1,4 ], "unfortunate; unsatisfactory; shabby; deplorable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sadden",1,1,1 ], "to make or become sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle block",1,1,1 ], "a type of spinal anaesthesia producing sensory loss in the buttocks, inner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle block",1,1,1 ], "sides of the thighs, and perineum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saddle horse",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight horse kept for riding only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle roof",1,1,1 ], "a roof that has a ridge and two gables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle soap",1,1,1 ], "a soft soap containing neat's-foot oil used to preserve and clean leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,1 ], "a seat for a rider, usually made of leather, placed on a horse's back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,1 ], "secured with a girth under the belly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,10 ], "a raised piece of wood or metal for covering a doorsill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,11 ], "in the saddle| in a position of control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,2 ], "a similar seat on a bicycle, tractor, etc|, made of leather or steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,3 ], "a back pad forming part of the harness of a packhorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,4 ], "anything that resembles a saddle in shape, position, or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,5 ], "a cut of meat, esp| mutton, consisting of part of the backbone and both loins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,6 ], "the part of a horse or similar animal on which a saddle is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,7 ], "the part of the back of a domestic chicken that is nearest to the tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,8 ], "the nontechnical name for clitellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,1,9 ], "a pass or ridge that slopes gently between two peaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to put a saddle on (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,3,1 ], "to mount into the saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle",1,4,1 ], "to burden; charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle-backed",1,1,1 ], "having the back curved in shape or concave like a saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle-backed",1,1,2 ], "having a saddleback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddle-sore" ,1, 1, 1],"sore after riding a horse",1). c_DEF([ "saddle-sore" ,1, 1, 2],"(of a horse or rider) having sores caused by the chafing of the saddle",1). c_DEF([ "saddleback",1,1,1 ], "a marking resembling a saddle on the backs of various animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddleback",1,1,2 ], "another name for saddle roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddleback",1,1,3 ], "another name for saddle ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddlebag",1,1,1 ], "a pouch or small bag attached to the saddle of a horse, bicycle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddlebill",1,1,1 ], "Africa, having a heavy red bill with a black band around the middle and a yellow patch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saddlebill",1,1,1 ], "a large black-and-white stork, Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis, of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddlebill",1,1,1 ], "at the base" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saddlebow",1,1,1 ], "the pommel of a saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddlecloth",1,1,1 ], "a light cloth put under a horse's saddle, so as to prevent rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddler",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes, deals in, or repairs saddles and other leather equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddler",1,1,1 ], "for horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saddlery",1,1,1 ], "saddles, harness, and other leather equipment for horses collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddlery",1,1,2 ], "the business, work, or place of work of a saddler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saddletree",1,1,1 ], "the frame of a saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sadhe",1,1,1 ], "articulation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sadhe",1,1,1 ], "the 18th letter in the Hebrew alphabet ( or, at the end of a word )," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sadhe",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as s or ts and pronounced more or less like English s or ts with pharyngeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sadhu",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu wandering holy man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sadiron",1,1,1 ], "a heavy iron for pressing clothes, pointed at both ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sadism",1,1,1 ], "and mental suffering on another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sadism",1,1,1 ], "the gaining of pleasure or sexual gratification from the infliction of pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sadness",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sadomasochism",1,1,1 ], "characterized by both aggressive and submissive periods in relationships with others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sadomasochism",1,1,1 ], "the combination of sadistic and masochistic elements in one person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safari jacket",1,1,1 ], "another name for bush jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safari park",1,1,1 ], "an enclosed park in which lions and other wild animals are kept in the open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safari park",1,1,1 ], "and can be viewed by the public in cars, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safari suit",1,1,1 ], "an outfit made of tough cotton, denim, etc|, consisting of a bush jacket with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safari suit",1,1,1 ], "matching trousers, shorts, or skirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safari",1,1,1 ], "an overland journey or hunting expedition, esp| in Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safari",1,1,2 ], "the people, animals, etc|, that go on the expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe period",1,1,1 ], "likely to occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safe period",1,1,1 ], "the period during the menstrual cycle when conception is considered least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,1,1 ], "affording security or protection from harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,2,1 ], "free from danger, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,2,2 ], "secure from risk; certain; sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,2,3 ], "worthy of trust; prudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,2,4 ], "tending to avoid controversy or risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,2,5 ], "unable to do harm; not dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,2,6 ], "on the safe side| as a precaution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,3,1 ], "in a safe condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,3,2 ], "defeat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,3,2 ], "play safe| to act in a way least likely to cause danger, controversy, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,4,1 ], "a strong container, usually of metal and provided with a secure lock, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,4,1 ], "storing money or valuables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,4,2 ], "a container for storing food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe",1,4,3 ], "a slang word for condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-blower",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses explosives to open safes and rob them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-breaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who breaks open and robs safes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-conduct",1,1,1 ], "a document giving official permission to travel through a region, esp| in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-conduct",1,1,1 ], "of war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safe-conduct",1,1,2 ], "the protection afforded by such a document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-conduct",1,2,1 ], "to conduct (a person) in safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-conduct",1,2,2 ], "to give a safe-conduct to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-deposit",1,1,1,1 ], "a place or building with facilities for the safe storage of money or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safe-deposit",1,1,1,1 ], "valuables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safe-deposit",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safeguard",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that ensures protection against danger, damage, injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safeguard",1,1,2 ], "a document authorizing safe-conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safeguard",1,2,1 ], "to defend or protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safekeeping",1,1,1 ], "the act of keeping or state of being kept in safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safelight",1,1,1 ], "a light that can be used in a room in which photographic material is handled," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safelight",1,1,1 ], "relatively insensitive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "safelight",1,1,1 ], "transmitting only those colours to which a particular type of film, plate, or paper is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety belt",1,1,1 ], "another name for seat belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety belt",1,1,2 ], "a belt or strap worn by a person working at a great height and attached to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety belt",1,1,2 ], "fixed object to prevent him from falling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety curtain",1,1,1 ], "a curtain made of fireproof material that can be lowered to separate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety curtain",1,1,1 ], "auditorium and stage in a theatre to prevent the spread of a fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety factor",1,1,1 ], "another name for factor of safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety film",1,1,1 ], "base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety film",1,1,1 ], "photographic film consisting of a nonflammable cellulose acetate or polyester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety fuse",1,1,1 ], "a slow-burning fuse for igniting detonators from a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety fuse",1,1,2 ], "an electrical fuse that protects a circuit from overloading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety glass",1,1,1 ], "glass made by sandwiching a layer of plastic or resin between two sheets of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety glass",1,1,1 ], "glass so that if broken the fragments will not shatter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety lamp",1,1,1 ], "an oil-burning miner's lamp in which the flame is surrounded by a metal gauze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety lamp",1,1,1 ], "to prevent it from igniting combustible gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety match",1,1,1 ], "a match that will light only when struck against a specially prepared surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety pin",1,1,1 ], "a spring wire clasp with a covering catch, made so as to shield the point when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety pin",1,1,1 ], "closed and to prevent accidental unfastening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety pin",1,1,2 ], "another word for pin ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety razor",1,1,1 ], "a razor with a guard over the blade to prevent accidental cutting of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety valve",1,1,1 ], "a valve in a pressure vessel that allows fluid to escape when a predetermined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety valve",1,1,1 ], "level of pressure has been reached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safety valve",1,1,2 ], "a harmless outlet for emotion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being safe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety",1,1,2 ], "freedom from danger or risk of injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety",1,1,3 ], "a contrivance or device designed to prevent injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety",1,1,3,1 ], "safetyman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety",1,1,4 ], "the defensive player furthest back in the field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety",1,1,4,2 ], "a play in which the ball is put down by a player behind his own goal line when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safety",1,1,4,2 ], "the ball is caused to pass the goal line by one of his own team" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saffian",1,1,1 ], "leather tanned with sumach and usually dyed a bright colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safflower",1,1,1 ], "a thistle-like Eurasian annual plant, Carthamus tinctorius, having large heads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safflower",1,1,1 ], "etc|: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "safflower",1,1,1 ], "of orange-yellow flowers and yielding a dye and an oil used in paints, medicines," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safflower",1,1,2 ], "a red dye used for cotton and for colouring foods and cosmetics, or a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safflower",1,1,2 ], "obtained from the florets of this plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saffron",1,1,1 ], "an Old World crocus, Crocus sativus, having purple or white flowers with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saffron",1,1,1 ], "orange stigmas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saffron",1,1,2 ], "the dried stigmas of this plant, used to flavour or colour food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saffron",1,1,3 ], "meadow saffron| another name for autumn crocus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saffron",1,1,4 ], "false saffron| another name for safflower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saffron",1,1,4,1 ], "an orange to orange-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saffron",1,1,4,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safranine",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of dyes devised from phenzine and used for textiles and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safranine",1,1,1 ], "biological stains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "safrole",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or yellowish oily water-insoluble liquid present in sassafras and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "safrole",1,1,1 ], "camphor oils and used in soaps and perfumes| Formula: C3H5C6H3O2CH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,1,1 ], "sags, sagging, sagged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,1,2 ], "to sink or cause to sink in parts, as under weight or pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,1,3 ], "to fall in value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,1,4 ], "to hang unevenly; droop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,1,5 ], "(of courage, etc|) to weaken; flag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of sagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,2,2 ], "the extent to which a vessel's keel sags at the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,2,2,1 ], "West" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,2,2,1 ], "a marshy depression in an area of glacial till, chiefly in the U|S| Middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sag",1,2,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saga",1,1,1 ], "any of several medieval prose narratives written in Iceland and recounting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saga",1,1,1 ], "exploits of a hero or a family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saga",1,1,2 ], "any similar heroic narrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saga",1,1,3 ], "a series of novels about several generations or members of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saga",1,1,4 ], "any other artistic production said to resemble a saga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saga",1,1,5 ], "a series of events or a story stretching over a long period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagacious",1,1,1 ], "having or showing sagacity; wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagacious",1,1,2 ], "(of hounds) having an acute sense of smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagacity",1,1,1 ], "foresight, discernment, or keen perception; ability to make good judgments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagamore",1,1,1 ], "(among some North American Indians) a chief or eminent man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sage grouse",1,1,1 ], "a large North American grouse, Centrocercus urophasianus, the males of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sage grouse",1,1,1 ], "perform elaborate courtship displays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sage",1,1,1 ], "a man revered for his profound wisdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sage",1,2,1 ], "profoundly wise or prudent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sage",1,2,2 ], "solemn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sage",2,1,1 ], "a perennial Mediterranean plant, Salvia officinalis, having grey-green leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sage",2,1,1 ], "and purple, blue, or white flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sage",2,1,2 ], "the leaves of this plant, used in cooking for flavouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sage",2,1,3 ], "short for sagebrush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagebrush",1,1,1 ], "any of several aromatic plants of the genus Artemisia, esp| A| tridentata, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagebrush",1,1,1 ], "shrub of W North America, having silver-green leaves and large clusters of small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sagebrush",1,1,1 ], "white flowers: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saggar",1,1,1 ], "a clay box in which fragile ceramic wares are placed for protection during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saggar",1,1,1 ], "firing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sagittal suture",1,1,1 ], "a serrated line on the top of the skull that marks the junction of the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagittal suture",1,1,1 ], "parietal bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sagittal",1,1,1 ], "resembling an arrow; straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagittal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the sagittal suture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagittal",1,1,3 ], "situated in a plane parallel to the sagittal suture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sagittate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of leaves) shaped like the head of an arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sago grass",1,1,1 ], "a tall tough grass, Paspalidum globoideum, grown as forage for cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sago palm",1,1,1 ], "Arenga, and Caryota, the trunks of which yield sago" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sago palm",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical Asian palm trees, esp| any of the genera Metroxylon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sago palm",1,1,2 ], "any of several palmlike cycads that yield sago, esp| Cycas revoluta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sago",1,1,1 ], "a starchy cereal obtained from the powdered pith of a sago palm, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sago",1,1,1 ], "puddings and as a thickening agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saguaro",1,1,1 ], "California, and Mexico, having white nocturnal flowers and edible red pulpy fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saguaro",1,1,1 ], "a giant cactus, Carnegiea gigantea, of desert regions of Arizona, S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sahib",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a form of address or title placed after a man's name or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sahib",1,1,1 ], "designation, used as a mark of respect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "said",1,1,1 ], "(in contracts, pleadings, etc|) named or mentioned previously; aforesaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "said",1,2,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "said",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of sayyid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saiga",1,1,1 ], "central Asia, having an enlarged slightly elongated nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saiga",1,1,1 ], "either of two antelopes, Saiga tatarica or S| mongolica, of the plains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,1 ], "an area of fabric, usually Terylene or nylon (formerly canvas), with fittings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,1 ], "certain kinds of vessels, esp| over water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,1 ], "for holding it in any suitable position to catch the wind, used for propelling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,10 ], "under sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,10,1 ], "with sail hoisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,10,2 ], "under way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,2 ], "a voyage on such a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,3 ], "a vessel with sails or such vessels collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,4 ], "a ship's sails collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,5 ], "of a windmill that is turned by the wind or the part of a Portuguese man-of-war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,5 ], "something resembling a sail in shape, position, or function, such as the part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,5 ], "that projects above the water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,6 ], "the conning tower of a submarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,7 ], "in sail| having the sail set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,8 ], "make sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,8,1 ], "to run up the sail or to run up more sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,8,2 ], "to begin a voyage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,9 ], "set sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,9,1 ], "to embark on a voyage by ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,1,9,2 ], "to hoist sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,2,1 ], "to travel in a boat or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,2,2 ], "(of a vessel) to move over the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,3,1 ], "to manoeuvre or navigate a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,4,1 ], "to sail over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by over, through, etc|) to move fast or effortlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,4,3 ], "to move along smoothly; glide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,4,4 ], "(often foll| by in or into)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,4,4,1 ], "to begin (something) with vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sail",1,4,4,2 ], "to make an attack (on) violently with words or physical force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailcloth",1,1,1 ], "any of various fabrics from which sails are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailcloth",1,1,2 ], "a lighter cloth used for clothing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailer",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, esp| one equipped with sails, with specified sailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailer",1,1,1 ], "characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sailfish",1,1,1 ], "I| albicans , of warm and tropical seas: family Istiophoridae|They have an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sailfish",1,1,1 ], "any of several large scombroid game fishes of the genus Istiophorus, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailfish",1,1,1 ], "elongated upper jaw and a long sail-like dorsal fin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sailing boat",1,1,1 ], "a boat propelled chiefly by sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailing ship",1,1,1 ], "a large sailing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailing",1,1,1 ], "the practice, art, or technique of sailing a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailing",1,1,2 ], "a method of navigating a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailing",1,1,3 ], "an instance of a vessel's leaving a port" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailor hat",1,1,1 ], "a hat with a flat round crown and fairly broad brim that is rolled upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailor suit",1,1,1 ], "a child's suit, usually navy and white, with a collar that is squared off at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailor suit",1,1,1 ], "the back like a sailor's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sailor",1,1,1 ], "any member of a ship's crew, esp| one below the rank of officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailor",1,1,2 ], "a person who sails, esp| with reference to the likelihood of his becoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailor",1,1,2 ], "seasick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sailor",1,1,3 ], "short for sailor hat or sailor suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailor's-choice",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic, esp| the grunt Haemulon parra and the pinfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sailor's-choice",1,1,1 ], "any of various small percoid fishes of American coastal regions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sailplane",1,1,1 ], "a high-performance glider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sain",1,1,1 ], "to make the sign of the cross over so as to bless or protect from evil or sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sainfoin",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian perennial papilionaceous plant, Onobrychis viciifolia, widely grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sainfoin",1,1,1 ], "as a forage crop, having pale pink flowers and curved pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saint",1,1,1 ], "a person who after death is formally recognized by a Christian Church, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saint",1,1,1 ], "specially exalted place in heaven entitling him to veneration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saint",1,1,1 ], "the Roman Catholic Church, as having attained, through holy deeds or behaviour, a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saint",1,1,2 ], "a person of exceptional holiness or goodness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saint",1,1,3 ], "the collective body of those who are righteous in God's sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saint",1,2,1 ], "to canonize; recognize formally as a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saint's day",1,1,1 ], "a day in the church calendar commemorating a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sainted",1,1,1 ], "canonized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sainted",1,1,2 ], "like a saint in character or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sainted",1,1,3 ], "hallowed or holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sainthood",1,1,1 ], "the state or character of being a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sainthood",1,1,2 ], "saints collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saintly",1,1,1 ], "like, relating to, or suitable for a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saintpaulia",1,1,1 ], "another name for African violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saith",1,1,1 ], "(used with he, she, or it)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saith",1,1,2 ], "a form of the present tense (indicative mood) of say" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saithe",1,1,1 ], "another name for coalfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sakai",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sakai",1,1,2 ], "a Malaysian aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sakai",1,1,3 ], "a wild or uncouth person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sake",1,1,1 ], "benefit or interest (esp| in the phrase for sake)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sake",1,1,2 ], "the purpose of obtaining or achieving (esp| in the phrase for the sake of )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sake",1,1,3 ], "used in various exclamations of impatience, urgency, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sake",2,1,1 ], "a Japanese alcoholic drink made of fermented rice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saker",1,1,1 ], "a large falcon, Falco cherrug, of E Europe and central Asia: used in falconry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saki",1,1,1 ], "and Chiropotes, having long hair and a long bushy tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saki",1,1,1 ], "any of several small mostly arboreal New World monkeys of the genera Pithecia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sal ammoniac",1,1,1 ], "another name for ammonium chloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sal soda",1,1,1 ], "the crystalline decahydrate of sodium carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sal volatile" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,ammonium carbonate",1). c_DEF([ "sal volatile" ,1, 1, 2],"hartshorn",1). c_DEF([ "sal volatile" ,1, 1, 3],"a solution of ammonium carbonate in alcohol and aqueous ammonia, often",1). c_DEF([ "sal volatile" ,1, 1, 3],"containing aromatic oils, used as smelling salts",2). c_DEF([ "sal",1,1,1 ], "a pharmacological term for salt ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salaam",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim form of salutation consisting of a deep bow with the right palm on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salaam",1,1,1 ], "the forehead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salaam",1,1,2 ], "a salutation signifying peace, used chiefly by Muslims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salaam",1,2,1 ], "to make a salaam or salute (someone) with a salaam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salable",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of saleable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salacious",1,1,1 ], "having an excessive interest in sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salacious",1,1,2 ], "(of books, etc|) erotic, bawdy, or lewd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salad days",1,1,1 ], "a period of youth and inexperience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salad dressing",1,1,1 ], "a sauce for salad, such as oil and vinegar or mayonnaise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salad",1,1,1 ], "a dish of raw vegetables, such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, etc|, served as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salad",1,1,1 ], "a separate course with cheese, cold meat, eggs, etc|, or as part of a main" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salad",1,1,1 ], "course" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salad",1,1,2 ], "any dish of cold vegetables or fruit served with a dressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salad",1,1,3 ], "any green vegetable or herb used in such a dish, esp| lettuce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salade",1,1,1 ], "another word for sallet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,1 ], "and S Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,1 ], "any of various urodele amphibians, such as Salamandra salamandra of central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,2 ], "(family Salamandridae)| They are typically terrestrial, have an elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,2 ], "body, and only return to water to breed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,3 ], "any urodele amphibian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,4 ], "a mythical reptilian creature supposed to live in fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,5 ], "an elemental fire-inhabiting being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,6 ], "any person or thing able to exist in fire or great heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,7 ], "a residue of metal and slag deposited on the walls of a furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salamander",1,1,8 ], "a portable stove used to heat or dry out a building under construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salami",1,1,1 ], "a highly seasoned type of sausage, usually flavoured with garlic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salaried",1,1,1 ], "earning or yielding a salary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salary" ,1, 1, 1],"a fixed regular payment made by an employer, often monthly, for professional",1). c_DEF([ "salary" ,1, 1, 1],"or office work as opposed to manual work",2). c_DEF([ "salary" ,1, 2, 1],"to pay a salary to",1). c_DEF([ "salchow",1,1,1 ], "a jump from the inner backward edge of one foot with a full turn in the air," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salchow",1,1,1 ], "returning to the outer backward edge of the opposite foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement by which a retailer pays only for goods sold, returning those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,1 ], "credit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,1 ], "that are unsold to the wholesaler or manufacturer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,1 ], "the exchange of goods, property, or services for an agreed sum of money or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,2 ], "the amount sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,3 ], "the opportunity to sell; market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,4 ], "the rate of selling or being sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,4,1 ], "an event at which goods are sold at reduced prices, usually to clear old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,4,1 ], "stocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sale",1,1,5 ], "an auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saleable",1,1,1 ], "fit for selling or capable of being sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salep",1,1,1 ], "as drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salep",1,1,1 ], "the dried ground starchy tubers of various orchids, used for food and formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saleratus",1,1,1 ], "another name for sodium bicarbonate, esp| when used in baking powders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saleroom",1,1,1 ], "a room where objects are displayed for sale, esp| by auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sales promotion",1,1,1 ], "activities or techniques intended to create consumer demand for a product or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sales promotion",1,1,1 ], "service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sales resistance",1,1,1 ], "opposition of potential customers to selling, esp| aggressive selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sales talk",1,1,1 ], "an argument or other persuasion used in selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sales tax",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied on retail sales receipts and added to selling prices by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sales tax",1,1,1 ], "retailers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salesclerk",1,1,1 ], "a shop assistant| Sometimes shortened to clerk| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salesman" ,1, 1, 2],"sp| among supporters of women's lib) salesperson",1). c_DEF([ "salesman" ,1, 1, 3],"a person who sells merchandise or services either in a shop or by canvassing",1). c_DEF([ "salesman" ,1, 1, 3],"in a designated area",2). c_DEF([ "salesman" ,1, 1, 4],"short for travelling sales",1). c_DEF([ "salesmanship",1,1,1 ], "the technique, skill, or ability of selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salesmanship",1,1,2 ], "the work of a salesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salesroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which merchandise on sale is displayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sallet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salic",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks and minerals) having a high content of silica and alumina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salicaceous",1,1,1 ], "of trees and shrubs having catkins: includes the willows and poplars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salicaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Salicaceae, a chiefly N temperate family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salicin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white crystalline water-soluble glucoside obtained from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salicin",1,1,1 ], "bark of poplar trees and used as a medical analgesic| Formula: C13H18O7" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salicional",1,1,1 ], "a soft-toned organ stop with a reedy quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salicornia",1,1,1 ], "any chenopodiaceous plant of the genus Salicornia, of seashores and salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salicornia",1,1,1 ], "marshes: includes glasswort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salicylate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of salicylic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salicylic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline slightly water-soluble substance with a sweet taste and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salicylic acid",1,1,1 ], "bitter aftertaste, used in the manufacture of aspirin, dyes, and perfumes, and as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salicylic acid",1,1,1 ], "fungicide| Formula: C6H4(OH)(COOH)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salient",1,1,1 ], "prominent, conspicuous, or striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salient",1,1,2 ], "projecting outwards at an angle of less than 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salient",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of animals) leaping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salient",1,2,1 ], "a projection of the forward line into enemy-held territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salient",1,2,2 ], "a salient angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salientian",1,2,1 ], "another word for anuran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saliferous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of rock strata) containing or producing salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to treat, mix with, or cause to combine with a salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salify",1,1,2 ], "to convert (a substance) into a salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salimeter",1,1,1 ], "another word for salinometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salina",1,1,1 ], "a salt marsh, lake, or spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saline",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, consisting of, or containing common salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saline",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a saline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saline",1,1,3 ], "metallic salt resembling sodium chloride" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saline",1,1,3 ], "of, concerned with, consisting of, or containing any chemical salt, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saline",1,2,1 ], "an isotonic solution of sodium chloride and distilled water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salinometer",1,1,1 ], "a hydrometer for determining the amount of salt in a solution, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salinometer",1,1,1 ], "calibrated to measure concentration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saliva",1,1,1 ], "aqueous fluid of variable composition| It moistens the oral cavity and prepares food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saliva",1,1,1 ], "for swallowing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saliva",1,1,1 ], "the secretion of salivary glands, consisting of a clear usually slightly acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salivary gland",1,1,1 ], "any of the glands in mammals that secrete saliva| In man the chief salivary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salivary gland",1,1,1 ], "glands are the parotid, sublingual, and submaxillary glands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salivate",1,1,1 ], "to secrete saliva, esp| an excessive amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salivate",1,2,1 ], "administration of mercury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salivate",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a laboratory animal, etc|) to produce saliva, as by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sallee",1,1,1 ], "a SE Australian eucalyptus tree, Eucalyptus pauciflora, with pale grey bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sallee",1,1,2 ], "any of various acacia trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sallet",1,1,1 ], "a light round helmet extending over the back of the neck; replaced the basinet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sallet",1,1,1 ], "in the 15th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sallow",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of human skin) of an unhealthy pale or yellowish colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sallow",1,2,1 ], "to make sallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sallow",2,1,1 ], "any of several small willow trees, esp| the Eurasian Salix cinerea , which has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sallow",2,1,1 ], "large catkins that appear before the leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sallow",2,1,2 ], "a twig or the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 1, 1],"a sudden violent excursion, esp| by troops",1). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 1, 2],"a sudden outburst or emergence into action, expression, or emotion",1). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 1, 3],"an excursion or jaunt",1). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 1, 4],"a jocular retort",1). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 3, 1],"to make a sudden violent excursion",1). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 3, 2],"(often foll| by forth) to go out on an expedition, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 3, 3],"to come, go, or set out in an energetic manner",1). c_DEF([ "sally" ,1, 3, 4],"to rush out suddenly",1). c_DEF([ "salmagundi",1,1,1 ], "18th-century England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salmagundi",1,1,1 ], "a mixed salad dish of cooked meats, eggs, beetroot, etc|, popular in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmagundi",1,1,2 ], "a miscellany; potpourri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmi",1,1,1 ], "a ragout of game stewed in a rich brown sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmon pink",1,2,1,1 ], "a yellowish-pink colour, sometimes with an orange tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmon pink",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmon trout",1,1,1 ], "any of various large trout, esp| the brown trout or rainbow trout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmon",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic and Oncorhynchus species (sockeye, Chinook, etc|) of the Pacific, which are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salmon",1,1,1 ], "any soft-finned fish of the family Salmonidae, esp| Salmo salar of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmon",1,1,1 ], "important food fishes| They occur in cold and temperate waters and many species migrate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salmon",1,1,1 ], "to fresh water to spawn" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "salmon",1,1,2 ], "any of several unrelated fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmon",1,1,3 ], "short for salmon pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmonberry",1,1,1 ], "a spineless raspberry bush, Rubus spectabilis, of North America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmonberry",1,1,1 ], "reddish-purple flowers and large red or yellow edible fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salmonberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmonella",1,1,1 ], "(salmonellosis): family Enterobacteriaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salmonella",1,1,1 ], "any Gram-negative rod-shaped aerobic bacteria of the genus Salmonella," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmonella",1,1,1 ], "including S| typhosa, which causes typhoid fever, and many species causing food poisoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salmonoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Salmonoidea, a suborder of soft-finned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmonoid",1,1,1 ], "salmon, whitefish, grayling, smelt, and char" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salmonoid",1,1,1 ], "teleost fishes having a fatty fin between the dorsal and tail fins: includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salmonoid",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salmonoid",1,2,1 ], "Salmonidae (salmon, trout, char)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salmonoid",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the suborder Salmonoidea, esp| any of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salol",1,1,1 ], "a white sparingly soluble crystalline compound with a slight aromatic odour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salol",1,1,1 ], "phenyl salicylate| Formula: C6H4(OH)COOC6H5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salol",1,1,1 ], "used as a preservative and to absorb light in sun-tan lotions, plastics, etc|;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salon music",1,1,1 ], "light classical music intended esp| for domestic entertaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salon",1,1,1 ], "a room in a large house in which guests are received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salon",1,1,2 ], "an assembly of guests in a fashionable household, esp| a gathering of major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salon",1,1,2 ], "literary, artistic, and political figures from the 17th to the early 20th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salon",1,1,3 ], "a commercial establishment in which hairdressers, beauticians, etc|, carry on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salon",1,1,3 ], "their businesses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salon",1,1,3,1 ], "a hall for exhibiting works of art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salon",1,1,3,2 ], "such an exhibition, esp| one showing the work of living artists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloon",1,1,1 ], "Brit| another word for lounge ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloon",1,1,2 ], "a large public room on a passenger ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloon",1,1,3 ], "any large public room used for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloon",1,1,4 ], "a place where alcoholic drink is sold and consumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloon",1,1,5 ], "a closed two-door or four-door car with four to six seats| U|S| name: sedan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloon",1,1,6 ], "an obsolete word for salon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloop",1,1,1 ], "an infusion of aromatic herbs or other plant parts, esp| salep, formerly used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saloop",1,1,1 ], "as a tonic or cure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salopette",1,1,1 ], "a garment worn for skiing, consisting of quilted trousers reaching to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salopette",1,1,1 ], "chest and held up by shoulder straps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salpa",1,1,1 ], "any of various minute floating animals of the genus Salpa, of warm oceans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salpa",1,1,1 ], "having a transparent barrel-shaped body with openings at either end: class Thaliacea," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salpa",1,1,1 ], "subphylum Tunicata (tunicates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salpicon",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of chopped fish, meat, or vegetables in a sauce, used as fillings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salpicon",1,1,1 ], "for croquettes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salpiglossis",1,1,1 ], "any solanaceous plant of the Chilean genus Salpiglossis, some species of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salpiglossis",1,1,1 ], "are cultivated for their bright funnel-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salpingectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of a Fallopian tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salpingitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a Fallopian tube or a Eustachian tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salpinx",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Fallopian tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salsify",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean plant, Tragopogon porrifolius, having grasslike leaves, purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salsify",1,1,1 ], "flower heads, and a long white edible taproot: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salsify",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, which tastes of oysters and is eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt away",1,1,1 ], "to hoard or save (money, valuables, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt cake",1,1,1 ], "an impure form of sodium sulphate obtained as a by-product in several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt cake",1,1,1 ], "industrial processes: used in the manufacture of detergents, glass, and ceramic glazes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt dome",1,1,1 ], "a domelike structure of stratified rocks containing a central core of salt:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt dome",1,1,1 ], "formed by the upward movement of a salt deposit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt flat",1,1,1 ], "a flat expanse of salt left by the total evaporation of a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt lick",1,1,1 ], "a place where wild animals go to lick naturally occurring salt deposits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt lick",1,1,2 ], "a block of salt or a salt preparation given to domestic animals to lick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt out",1,1,1 ], "Chem| to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt out",1,1,2 ], "(a dissolved substance) to come out of solution by adding an electrolyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt pork",1,1,1 ], "cured with salt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt pork",1,1,1 ], "pork, esp| the fat pork taken from the back, sides, and belly, that has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,1 ], "a white powder or colourless crystalline solid, consisting mainly of sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,1 ], "chloride and used for seasoning and preserving food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,10 ], "with a grain of salt| with reservations; sceptically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,11 ], "worth one's salt| efficient; worthy of one's pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,2 ], "preserved in, flooded with, containing, or growing in salt or salty water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,3 ], "any of a class of usually crystalline solid compounds that are formed from, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,3 ], "can be regarded as formed from, an acid and a base by replacement of one or more" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,3 ], "hydrogen atoms in the acid molecules by positive ions from the base" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,4 ], "liveliness or pungency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,5 ], "dry or laconic wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,6 ], "a sailor, esp| one who is old and experienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,7 ], "short for saltcellar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,8 ], "rub salt into someone's wounds| to make someone's pain, shame, etc|, even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,8 ], "worse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,9 ], "kind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,1,9 ], "salt of the earth| a person or group of people regarded as the finest of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,1 ], "to season or preserve with salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,2 ], "to scatter salt over (an iced road, etc|) to melt the ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,3 ], "to add zest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,4 ], "(often foll| by down or away) to preserve or cure with salt or saline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,4 ], "solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,5 ], "to treat with common salt or other chemical salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,6 ], "to provide (cattle, etc|) with salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,7 ], "fraudulently into (a mine, sample, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,2,7 ], "to give a false appearance of value to, esp| to introduce valuable ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,3,1 ], "not sour, sweet, or bitter; salty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salt",1,3,2 ], "rank or lascivious (esp| in the phrase a salt wit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltant",1,1,1 ], "(of an organism) differing from others of its species because of a saltation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltarello",1,1,1 ], "a traditional Italian dance, usually in compound duple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltarello",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltation",1,1,1 ], "an abrupt variation in the appearance of an organism, species, etc|, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltation",1,1,1 ], "caused by genetic mutation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saltation",1,1,2 ], "the leaping movement of sand or soil particles carried in water or by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltation",1,1,2 ], "wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saltation",1,1,3 ], "a sudden abrupt movement or transition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltatorial",1,1,1 ], "specialized for or characterized by jumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltatorial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to saltation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltbox",1,1,1 ], "a box for salt with a sloping lid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltbox",1,1,2 ], "a house that has two storeys in front and one storey at the back, with a gable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltbox",1,1,2 ], "roof that extends downwards over the rear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saltbush",1,1,1 ], "alkaline desert regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saltbush",1,1,1 ], "any of various chenopodiaceous shrubs of the genus Atriplex that grow in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltcellar",1,1,1 ], "a small container for salt used at the table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltcellar",1,1,2 ], "either of the two hollows formed above the collarbones of very slim people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltchuck",1,1,1 ], "any body of salt water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltchucker",1,1,1 ], "a saltwater angler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salted",1,1,1 ], "seasoned, preserved, or treated with salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salted",1,1,2 ], "experienced in an occupation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salter",1,1,1 ], "a person who deals in or manufactures salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salter",1,1,2 ], "a person who treats meat, fish, etc|, with salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltern",1,1,1 ], "another word for saltworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltern",1,1,2 ], "a place where salt is obtained from pools of evaporated sea water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltfish",1,1,1 ], "salted cod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltigrade",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) adapted for moving in a series of jumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltire",1,1,1 ], "an ordinary consisting of a diagonal cross on a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltpan",1,1,1 ], "a shallow basin, usually in a desert region, containing salt, gypsum, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltpan",1,1,1 ], "that was deposited from an evaporated salt lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saltpetre",1,1,1 ], "another name for potassium nitrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltpetre",1,1,2 ], "short for Chile saltpetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salts",1,1,1 ], "any of various mineral salts, such as magnesium sulphate or sodium sulphate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salts",1,1,1 ], "for use as a cathartic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salts",1,1,2 ], "short for smelling salts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltus",1,1,1 ], "a break in the continuity of a sequence, esp| the omission of a necessary step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltus",1,1,1 ], "in a logical argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saltwater",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or inhabiting salt water, esp| the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltworks",1,1,1 ], "a place, building, or factory where salt is produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several chenopodiaceous plants of the genus Salsola, esp| S| kali, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saltwort",1,1,1 ], "beaches and salt marshes, which has prickly leaves, striped stems, and small green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saltwort",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saltwort",1,1,2 ], "another name for sea milkwort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salty",1,1,1 ], "saltier, saltiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salty",1,1,2 ], "of, tasting of, or containing salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salty",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of humour) sharp; piquant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salty",1,1,4 ], "relating to life at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salubrious",1,1,1 ], "conducive or favourable to health; wholesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salutary",1,1,1 ], "promoting or intended to promote an improvement or beneficial effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salutary",1,1,2 ], "promoting or intended to promote health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salutation",1,1,1 ], "an act, phrase, gesture, etc|, that serves as a greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salutation",1,1,2 ], "Ladies and Gentlemen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salutation",1,1,2 ], "a form of words used as an opening to a speech or letter, such as Dear Sir or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salutation",1,1,3 ], "the act of saluting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salutatory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salute",1,1,1 ], "bowing or lifting the hat; greet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salute",1,1,1 ], "to address or welcome with friendly words or gestures of respect, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salute",1,2,1 ], "to acknowledge with praise or honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salute",1,2,2 ], "arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salute",1,2,2 ], "to pay or receive formal respect, as by presenting arms or raising the right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salute",1,3,1 ], "the act of saluting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salute",1,3,2 ], "a formal military gesture of respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvable",1,1,1 ], "capable of or suitable for being saved or salvaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,1,1 ], "at sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or business of rescuing vessels or their cargoes from loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of saving any goods or property in danger of damage or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,1,2 ], "the goods or property so saved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,1,3 ], "compensation paid for the salvage of a vessel or its cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,1,4 ], "the proceeds from the sale of salvaged goods or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,2,1 ], "to save or rescue (goods or property) from fire, shipwreck, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvage",1,2,2 ], "to gain (something beneficial) from a failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvation",1,1,1 ], "the act of preserving or the state of being preserved from harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvation",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is the means of preserving from harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvation",1,1,3 ], "deliverance by redemption from the power of sin and from the penalties ensuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvation",1,1,3 ], "from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salvation",1,1,4 ], "destroy such illusions as sin, death, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salvation",1,1,4 ], "the realization that Life, Truth, and Love are supreme and that they can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvationist",1,1,1 ], "a member of an evangelical sect emphasizing the doctrine of salvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvationist",1,1,2 ], "a member of the Salvation Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvationist",1,2,1 ], "stressing the doctrine of salvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvationist",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the Salvation Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salve",1,1,1 ], "an ointment for wounds, sores, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salve",1,1,2 ], "anything that heals or soothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salve",1,2,1 ], "to apply salve to (a wound, sore, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salve",1,2,2 ], "to soothe, comfort, or appease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salve",2,1,1 ], "a less common word for salvage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salve",2,1,2 ], "an archaic word for save ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salver",1,1,1 ], "a tray, esp| one of silver, on which food, letters, visiting cards, etc|, are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salver",1,1,1 ], "presented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salverform",1,1,1 ], "(of the corolla of the phlox and certain other flowers) consisting of a narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salverform",1,1,1 ], "tube with flat spreading terminal petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salvia",1,1,1 ], "(labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "salvia",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous plant or small shrub of the genus Salvia, such as the sage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvia",1,1,1 ], "grown for their medicinal or culinary properties or for ornament: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "salvo",1,1,1 ], "a discharge of fire from weapons in unison, esp| on a ceremonial occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvo",1,1,2 ], "concentrated fire from many weapons, as in a naval battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvo",1,1,3 ], "an outburst, as of applause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvo",2,1,1 ], "an excuse or evasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvo",2,1,2 ], "an expedient to save a reputation or soothe hurt feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvo",2,1,3 ], "(in legal documents) a saving clause; reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "salvor",1,1,1 ], "a person instrumental in salvaging a vessel or its cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samara",1,1,1 ], "a dry indehiscent one-seeded fruit with a winglike extension to aid dispersal:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samara",1,1,1 ], "occurs in the ash, maple, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samarium",1,1,1 ], "a silvery metallic element of the lanthanide series occurring chiefly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samarium",1,1,1 ], "crystals, and as a neutron-absorber| Symbol: Sm; atomic no|: 62; atomic wt|: 150|35;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "samarium",1,1,1 ], "degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "samarium",1,1,1 ], "monazite and bastnaesite and used in carbon-arc lighting, as a doping agent in laser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samarium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2 or 3; relative density: 7|5; melting pt|: 1072 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1778" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "samarskite",1,1,1 ], "a velvety black mineral of complex composition occurring in pegmatites: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samarskite",1,1,1 ], "as a source of uranium and certain rare earth elements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samba" ,1, 1, 1],"a lively modern ballroom dance from Brazil in bouncy duple time",1). c_DEF([ "samba" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance",1). c_DEF([ "samba" ,1, 2, 1],"to perform such a dance",1). c_DEF([ "sambar",1,1,1 ], "a S Asian deer, Cervus unicolor, with three-tined antlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sambo",1,1,1 ], "an offensive word for Negro: often used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sambo",1,1,2 ], "the offspring of a Negro and a member of another race or a mulatto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) being the very one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,1,1 ], "being the one previously referred to; aforesaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,1,1 ], "identical in kind, quantity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,1,2 ], "we'd like the same, please" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,2 ], "unchanged in character or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,3 ], "all the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,3,1 ], "just the same| nevertheless; yet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,1,3,2 ], "immaterial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "same",1,2,1 ], "in an identical manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samekh",1,1,1 ], "the 15th letter in the Hebrew alphabet (,) transliterated as s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sameness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sameness",1,1,2 ], "lack of change; monotony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samfoo",1,1,1 ], "a style of casual dress worn by Chinese women, consisting of a waisted blouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samfoo",1,1,1 ], "and trousers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samiel",1,1,1 ], "another word for simoom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samisen",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese plucked stringed instrument with a long neck, a fretted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samisen",1,1,1 ], "fingerboard, and a rectangular soundbox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samite",1,1,1 ], "Middle Ages for clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samite",1,1,1 ], "a heavy fabric of silk, often woven with gold or silver threads, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samiti",1,1,1 ], "(in India) an association, esp| one formed to organize political activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samizdat",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samizdat",1,1,1,1 ], "a system of clandestine printing and distribution of banned or dissident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samizdat",1,1,1,1 ], "literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samizdat",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sammy",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) an Indian fruit and vegetable vendor who goes from house to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sammy",1,1,1 ], "house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samovar",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Russia) a metal urn for making tea, in which the water is usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samovar",1,1,1 ], "heated by charcoal held in an inner container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sampan",1,1,1 ], "any small skiff, widely used in the Orient, that is propelled by oars or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampan",1,1,1 ], "scull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samphire",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous plant, Crithmum maritimum, of Eurasian coast, having fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samphire",1,1,1 ], "divided leaves and clusters of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samphire",1,1,2 ], "golden samphire| a Eurasian coastal plant, Inula crithmoides, with fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samphire",1,1,2 ], "leaves and yellow flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samphire",1,1,3 ], "marsh samphire| another name for glasswort ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samphire",1,1,4 ], "any of several other plants of coastal areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sample",1,1,1,1 ], "a set of individuals or items selected at random from a population and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sample",1,1,1,1 ], "a small part of anything, intended as representative of the whole; specimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sample",1,1,1,1 ], "analysed to yield estimates of and test hypotheses about parameters of the population" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sample",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sample",1,2,1 ], "to take a sample or samples of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampler",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes samples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampler",1,1,2 ], "a piece of embroidery in which many different stitches are used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampler",1,1,3 ], "a collection of samples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampling",1,1,1 ], "the process of selecting a random sample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampling",1,1,2 ], "a variant of sample ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampling",1,1,3 ], "a process in which a continuous electrical signal is approximately represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sampling",1,1,3 ], "by a series of discrete values, usually regularly spaced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samsara",1,1,1 ], "the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samsara",1,1,2 ], "the transmigration or rebirth of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samshu",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink from China that is made from fermented rice and resembles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samshu",1,1,1 ], "sake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samurai",1,1,1 ], "aristocracy from the 11th to the 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "samurai",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese warrior caste that provided the administrative and fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "samurai",1,1,2 ], "a member of this aristocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanative",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for curative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanatorium",1,1,1 ], "an institution for the medical care and recuperation of persons who are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanatorium",1,1,1 ], "chronically ill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanatorium",1,1,2 ], "a health resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanatorium",1,1,3 ], "a room in a boarding school where sick pupils may be treated in isolation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanbenito",1,1,1 ], "Inquisition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanbenito",1,1,1 ], "a yellow garment bearing a red cross, worn by penitent heretics in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanbenito",1,1,2 ], "a black garment bearing flames and devils, worn by impenitent heretics at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanbenito",1,1,2 ], "auto-da-fe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanctified",1,1,1 ], "consecrated or made holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctified",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for sanctimonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctify",1,1,2 ], "to free from sin; purify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctify",1,1,3 ], "to sanction (an action or practice) as religiously binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctify",1,1,4 ], "blessing, or grace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanctify",1,1,4 ], "to declare or render (something) productive of or conductive to holiness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctify",1,1,5 ], "to authorize to be revered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctimonious",1,1,1 ], "affecting piety or making a display of holiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction mark",1,1,1 ], "a mark on pieces of 19th-century French furniture signifying that the piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction mark",1,1,1 ], "met the quality standards required by the Parisian guild of ebonists" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,1,1 ], "final permission; authorization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,1,2 ], "aid or encouragement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,1,3 ], "oath, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,1,3 ], "something, such as an ethical principle, that imparts binding force to a rule," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,1,4 ], "the penalty laid down in a law for contravention of its provisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,1,5 ], "a coercive measure, esp| one taken by one or more states against another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,1,5 ], "guilty of violating international law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,2,1 ], "to give authority to; permit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanction",1,2,2 ], "to make authorized; confirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctitude",1,1,1 ], "saintliness; holiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being sanctified; holiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctity",1,1,2 ], "anything regarded as sanctified or holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,1 ], "a holy place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,2 ], "a consecrated building or shrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,2,1 ], "the Israelite temple at Jerusalem, esp| the holy of holies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,2,2 ], "Israelites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,2,2 ], "the tabernacle in which the Ark was enshrined during the wanderings of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,3 ], "the chancel, or that part of a sacred building surrounding the main altar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,3,1 ], "a sacred building where fugitives were formerly entitled to immunity from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,3,1 ], "arrest or execution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,3,2 ], "the immunity so afforded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,4 ], "a place of refuge; asylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,5 ], "a place, protected by law, where animals, esp| birds, can live and breed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctuary",1,1,5 ], "without interference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanctum sanctorum",1,1,1 ], "another term for the holy of holies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctum sanctorum",1,1,2 ], "an especially private place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctum",1,1,1 ], "a sacred or holy place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanctum",1,1,2 ], "a room or place of total privacy or inviolability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand bar",1,1,1 ], "a ridge of sand in a river or sea, built up by the action of tides, etc|, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand bar",1,1,1 ], "often exposed at low tide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand castle",1,1,1 ], "a mass of sand moulded into a castle-like shape, esp| as made by a child on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand castle",1,1,1 ], "the seashore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand crack",1,1,1 ], "a deep crack or fissure in the wall of a horse's hoof, often causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand crack",1,1,1 ], "lameness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand dab",1,1,1 ], "American Pacific coastal waters and are important food fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand dab",1,1,1 ], "any of various small flatfishes of the genus Citharichthys that occur in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand dollar",1,1,1 ], "any of various flattened disclike echinoderms of the order Clypeasteroida, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand dollar",1,1,1 ], "shallow North American coastal waters: class Echinoidea (sea urchins)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand eel",1,1,1 ], "any silvery eel-like marine spiny-finned fish of the family Ammodytidae found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand eel",1,1,1 ], "burrowing in sand or shingle| Popular name: launce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand flea",1,1,1 ], "another name for the chigoe ,1,1 and sand hopper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand hopper",1,1,1 ], "any of various small hopping amphipod crustaceans of the genus Orchestia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand hopper",1,1,1 ], "related genera, common in intertidal regions of seashores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand lance",1,1,1 ], "another name for sand eel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand leek",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian alliaceous plant, Allium scorodoprasum, having reddish-pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand leek",1,1,1 ], "flowers, purple bulbils, and a garlic-like bulb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand lizard",1,1,1 ], "a small greyish-brown European lizard, Lacerta agilis, that has long clawed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand lizard",1,1,1 ], "digits and, in the male, bright green underparts: family Lacertidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand martin",1,1,1 ], "a small brown European songbird, Riparia riparia, with white underparts: it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand martin",1,1,1 ], "martins)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sand martin",1,1,1 ], "nests in tunnels bored in sand, river banks, etc|: family Hirundinidae (swallows and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand painting",1,1,1 ], "a type of painting done by American Indians, esp| in the healing ceremonies of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand painting",1,1,1 ], "the Navaho, using fine coloured sand on a neutral ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand trap",1,1,1 ], "(on a golf course) a shallow pit filled with sand, designed as a hazard|Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand trap",1,1,1 ], "called (esp| Brit|): bunker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand viper",1,1,1 ], "a S European viper, Vipera ammodytes, having a yellowish-brown coloration with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand viper",1,1,1 ], "a zigzag pattern along the back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand viper",1,1,2 ], "another name for horned viper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand yacht",1,1,1 ], "a wheeled boat with sails, built to be propelled over sand, esp| beaches, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand yacht",1,1,1 ], "the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,1 ], "loose material consisting of rock or mineral grains, esp| rounded grains of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,1 ], "quartz, between 0|2 and 2 mm in diameter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,2 ], "a sandy area, esp| on the seashore or in a desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,2,1 ], "a greyish-yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,3 ], "the grains of sandlike material in an hourglass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,4 ], "courage; grit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,5 ], "left" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,1,5 ], "the sands are running out| time is passing quickly; there is not much time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,2,1 ], "to smooth or polish the surface of with sandpaper or sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,3,1 ], "to sprinkle or cover with or as if with sand; add sand to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand",1,3,2 ], "to fill or cause to fill with sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand-blind",1,1,1 ], "not completely blind; partially able to see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sand-cast",1,1,1 ], "to produce (a casting) by pouring molten metal into a mould of sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandal",1,1,1 ], "a light shoe consisting of a sole held on the foot by thongs, straps, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandal",1,1,1 ], "worn in hot weather or by women for evening wear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandal",1,1,2 ], "a strap passing over the instep or around the ankle to keep a low shoe on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandal",1,1,2 ], "foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandalwood",1,1,1 ], "Asia and Australia, having hard light-coloured heartwood: family Santalaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandalwood",1,1,1 ], "any of several evergreen trees of the genus Santalum, esp| S| album , of S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandalwood",1,1,2 ], "incense, and yields an aromatic oil used in perfumery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandalwood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees, which is used for carving, is burned as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandalwood",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar trees or their wood, esp| Pterocarpus santalinus , a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandalwood",1,1,3 ], "leguminous tree of SE Asia having dark red wood used as a dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandarac",1,1,1 ], "Africa, having hard fragrant dark wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandarac",1,1,1 ], "a pinaceous tree, Tetraclinis articulata (or Callitris quadrivalvis), of NW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandarac",1,1,2 ], "a brittle pale yellow transparent resin obtained from the bark of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandarac",1,1,2 ], "and used in making varnish and incense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandarac",1,1,3 ], "the wood of this tree, used in building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandbag" ,1, 1, 1],"a sack filled with sand used for protection against gunfire, floodwater, etc|,",1). c_DEF([ "sandbag" ,1, 1, 1],"or as ballast in a balloon, ship, etc",2). c_DEF([ "sandbag" ,1, 1, 2],"a bag filled with sand and used as a weapon",1). c_DEF([ "sandbag" ,1, 3, 1],"to protect or strengthen with sandbags",1). c_DEF([ "sandbag" ,1, 3, 2],"to hit with or as if with a sandbag",1). c_DEF([ "sandbank",1,1,1 ], "a submerged bank of sand in a sea or river, that may be exposed at low tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandblast",1,1,1 ], "a jet of sand or grit blown from a nozzle under air pressure or steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandblast",1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandblast",1,2,1 ], "to clean, grind, or decorate (a surface) with a sandblast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandbox tree",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American euphorbiaceous tree, Hura crepitans, having small woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandbox tree",1,1,1 ], "sand for blotting ink" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sandbox tree",1,1,1 ], "seed capsules, which explode when ripe to scatter the seeds: formerly used to hold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandbox",1,1,1 ], "a container on a railway locomotive from which sand is released onto the rails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandbox",1,1,1 ], "to assist the traction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandbox",1,1,2 ], "a box with sand shaped for moulding metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandbox",1,1,3 ], "a container of sand for small children to play in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sander",1,1,1 ], "a power-driven tool for smoothing surfaces, esp| wood, plastic, etc|, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sander",1,1,1 ], "rubbing with an abrasive disc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sander",1,1,2 ], "a person who uses such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanderling",1,1,1 ], "a small sandpiper, Crocethia alba, that frequents sandy shores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandfly",1,1,1 ], "any of various small mothlike dipterous flies of the genus Phlebotomus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandfly",1,1,1 ], "family Psychodidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sandfly",1,1,1 ], "related genera: the bloodsucking females transmit diseases including leishmaniasis:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandfly",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandglass",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for hourglass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandgrouse",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the family Pteroclididae, of dry regions of the Old World, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandgrouse",1,1,1 ], "very short feet, a short bill, and long pointed wings and tail: order Columbiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandhi",1,1,1 ], "modification of the form or sound of a word under the influence of an adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandhi",1,1,1 ], "word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandhog",1,1,1 ], "a person who works in underground or underwater construction projects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandman",1,1,1 ], "(in folklore) a magical person supposed to put children to sleep by sprinkling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandman",1,1,1 ], "sand in their eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandpaper",1,1,1 ], "a strong paper coated with sand or other abrasive material for smoothing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandpaper",1,1,1 ], "polishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandpaper",1,2,1 ], "to polish or grind (a surface) with or as if with sandpaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandpiper",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous N hemisphere shore birds of the genera Tringa, Calidris, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandpiper",1,1,1 ], "order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sandpiper",1,1,1 ], "typically having a long slender bill and legs and cryptic plumage: family Scolopacidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandpiper",1,1,2 ], "any other bird of the family Scolopacidae, which includes snipes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandpiper",1,1,2 ], "woodcocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandpit",1,1,1 ], "a shallow pit or container holding sand for children to play in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandpit",1,1,2 ], "a pit from which sand is extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandsoap",1,1,1 ], "a gritty general purpose soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandstone",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of common sedimentary rocks consisting of sand grains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandstone",1,1,1 ], "building" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sandstone",1,1,1 ], "consolidated with such materials as quartz, haematite, and clay minerals: used widely in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandstorm",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind that whips up clouds of sand, esp| in a desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich board",1,1,1 ], "one of two connected boards, usually bearing advertisements, that are hung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich board",1,1,1 ], "over the shoulders in front of and behind a person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich cake",1,1,1 ], "a cake that is made up of two or more layers with a jam or other filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich compound",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organometallic compounds whose molecules have a metal atom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich compound",1,1,1 ], "or ion bound between two plane parallel organic rings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich course",1,1,1 ], "any of several courses consisting of alternate periods of study and industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich course",1,1,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich man",1,1,1 ], "a man who carries sandwich boards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich tern",1,1,1 ], "a European tern, Sterna sandvicensis, that has a yellow-tipped bill, whitish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich tern",1,1,1 ], "plumage, and white forked tail, and nests in colonies on beaches, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich",1,1,1 ], "two or more slices of bread, usually buttered, with a filling of meat, cheese," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich",1,1,2 ], "anything that resembles a sandwich in arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich",1,2,1 ], "to insert tightly between two other things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich",1,2,2 ], "to put into a sandwich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwich",1,2,3 ], "to place between two dissimilar things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandworm",1,1,1 ], "any of various polychaete worms that live in burrows on sandy shores, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandworm",1,1,1 ], "lugworm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandwort",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous caryophyllaceous plants of the genus Arenaria, which grow in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandwort",1,1,1 ], "dense tufts on sandy soil and have white or pink solitary flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sandwort",1,1,2 ], "any of various related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandy blight",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for any of various eye inflammations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandy",1,1,1 ], "sandier, sandiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandy",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, containing, or covered with sand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandy",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of hair) reddish-yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sandy",1,1,4 ], "resembling sand in texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sane",1,1,1 ], "sound in mind; free from mental disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sane",1,1,2 ], "having or showing reason, good judgment, or sound sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sane",1,1,3 ], "healthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sang",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of sing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sang-froid",1,1,1 ], "composure; self-possession; calmness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sangaree",1,1,1 ], "a spiced drink similar to sangria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sangria",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish drink of red wine, sugar, orange or lemon juice, and iced soda," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sangria",1,1,1 ], "sometimes laced with brandy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanguinaria",1,1,1 ], "the dried rhizome of the bloodroot, used as an emetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguinaria",1,1,2 ], "another name for bloodroot ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguinary",1,1,1 ], "accompanied by much bloodshed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguinary",1,1,2 ], "bloodthirsty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguinary",1,1,3 ], "consisting of, flowing, or stained with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguine",1,1,1 ], "cheerful and confident; optimistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguine",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the complexion) ruddy in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguine",1,1,3 ], "blood-red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguine",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for sanguinary ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguine",1,2,1 ], "a red pencil containing ferric oxide, used in drawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguineous",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, relating to, or associated with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguineous",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for sanguine 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanguinolent",1,1,1 ], "containing, tinged with, or mixed with blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanicle",1,1,1 ], "Australia, having clusters of small white flowers and oval fruits with hooked bristles:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanicle",1,1,1 ], "any umbelliferous plant of the genus Sanicula, of most regions except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanicle",1,1,1 ], "formerly thought to have healing powers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sanies",1,1,1 ], "a thin greenish foul-smelling discharge from a wound, ulcer, etc|, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanies",1,1,1 ], "pus and blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanitarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to sanitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitarian",1,2,1 ], "a sanitation expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitarium",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of sanatorium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitary belt",1,1,1 ], "a belt for supporting a sanitary towel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitary engineering",1,1,1 ], "of sewage, and other public health services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanitary engineering",1,1,1 ], "the branch of civil engineering associated with the supply of water, disposal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitary towel",1,1,1 ], "an absorbent pad worn externally by women during menstruation to absorb the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitary towel",1,1,1 ], "menstrual flow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sanitary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to health and measures for the protection of health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitary",1,1,2 ], "conducive to or promoting health; free from dirt, germs, etc|; hygienic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitation",1,1,1 ], "the study and use of practical measures for the preservation of public health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanitize",1,1,1 ], "to make sanitary or hygienic, as by sterilizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being sane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanity",1,1,2 ], "good sense or soundness of judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sanjak",1,1,1 ], "(in the Turkish Empire) a subdivision of a vilayet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sank",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sannyasi",1,1,1 ], "a Brahman who having attained the fourth and last stage of life as a beggar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sannyasi",1,1,1 ], "will not be reborn, but will instead be absorbed into the Universal Soul" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sans serif",1,1,1 ], "a style of printer's typeface in which the characters have no serifs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sans",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sans-culotte",1,1,1 ], "(during the French Revolution)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sans-culotte",1,1,1,1 ], "(originally)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sans-culotte",1,1,2 ], "a revolutionary of the poorer class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sans-culotte",1,1,2,2 ], "(later) any revolutionary, esp| one having extreme republican sympathies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sans-culotte",1,1,3 ], "any revolutionary extremist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sansevieria",1,1,1 ], "World tropical regions, having stiff leaves that yield a useful fibre: cultivated as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sansevieria",1,1,1 ], "a house plant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sansevieria",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous perennial plant of the liliaceous genus Sansevieria, of Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "santalaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Santalaceae, a family of semiparasitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "santalaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants of Australia and Malaysia including sandalwood and quandong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "santonica",1,1,1 ], "an oriental wormwood plant, Artemisia cina (or maritima)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "santonica",1,1,2 ], "the dried flower heads of this plant, formerly used as a vermifuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "santonin",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble substance extracted from the dried flower heads of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "santonin",1,1,1 ], "santonica and used in medicine as an anthelmintic| Formula: C15H18O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sap" ,1, 1, 1],"a solution of mineral salts, sugars, etc|, that circulates in a plant",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,1, 1, 2],"any vital body fluid",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,1, 1, 3],"energy; vigour",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,1, 1, 4],"a gullible or foolish person",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,1, 1, 5],"another name for ,sapwood",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,1, 3, 1],"to drain of sap",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,2, 1, 1],"a deep and narrow trench used to approach or undermine an enemy position, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,2, 1, 1],"in siege warfare",2). c_DEF([ "sap" ,2, 2, 1],"to undermine (a fortification, etc|) by digging saps",1). c_DEF([ "sap" ,2, 2, 2],"to weaken",1). c_DEF([ "sapajou",1,1,1 ], "another name for capuchin (monkey)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapanwood",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sappanwood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapele",1,1,1 ], "E| cylindricum, yielding a hard timber resembling mahogany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapele",1,1,1 ], "any of several W African meliaceous trees of the genus Entandrophragma, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapele",1,1,2 ], "the timber obtained from such a tree, used to make furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saphead",1,1,1 ], "a simpleton, idiot, or fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saphena",1,1,1 ], "either of two large superficial veins of the legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapid",1,1,1 ], "having a pleasant taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapid",1,1,2 ], "agreeable or engaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapient",1,1,1 ], "wise or sagacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapiential",1,1,1 ], "showing, having, or providing wisdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapindaceous",1,1,1 ], "family of trees, shrubs, and lianas including the soapberry, litchi, and supplejack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapindaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sapindaceae, a tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapling",1,1,1 ], "a young tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapling",1,1,2 ], "a youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapodilla",1,1,1 ], "a large tropical American evergreen tree, Achras zapota, the latex of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapodilla",1,1,1 ], "yields chicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapodilla",1,1,2 ], "pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapodilla",1,1,2 ], "the edible brown rough-skinned fruit of this tree, which has a sweet yellowish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saponaceous",1,1,1 ], "resembling soap; soapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saponify",1,1,1 ], "soap by treatment with alkali" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saponify",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which a fat is converted into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saponify",1,1,2 ], "an acid and an alcohol as a result of treatment with an alkali" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saponify",1,1,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a reaction in which an ester is hydrolysed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saponin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of plant glycosides with a steroid structure that foam when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saponin",1,1,1 ], "shaken and are used in detergents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saponite",1,1,1 ], "a clay mineral consisting of hydrated magnesium aluminium silicate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saponite",1,1,1 ], "occurring in metamorphic rocks such as serpentine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapor",1,1,1 ], "the quality in a substance that is perceived by the sense of taste; flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapota",1,1,1 ], "(in tropical America) any of various different fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapota",1,1,2 ], "another name for sapodilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapotaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sapotaceae, a family of leathery-leaved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapotaceous",1,1,1 ], "tropical plants: includes the gutta-percha and balata trees, sapodilla, and shea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sappanwood",1,1,1 ], "a small caesalpiniaceous tree, Caesalpinia sappan, of S Asia producing wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sappanwood",1,1,1 ], "that yields a red dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sappanwood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapper",1,1,1 ], "a soldier who digs trenches, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapper",1,1,2 ], "(in the British Army) a private of the Royal Engineers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphire",1,1,1,1 ], "Formula: Al2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sapphire",1,1,1,1 ], "any precious corundum gemstone that is not red, esp| the highly valued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphire",1,1,1,1 ], "the blue colour of sapphire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphire",1,1,1,1 ], "transparent blue variety| A synthetic form is used in electronics and precision apparatus|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapphire",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphire",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphirine",1,1,1 ], "a rare blue or bluish-green mineral that consists of magnesium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphirine",1,1,1 ], "rocks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sapphirine",1,1,1 ], "silicate in monoclinic crystalline form and occurs as small grains in some metamorphic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapphirine",1,1,2 ], "a blue variety of spinel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphirine",1,2,1 ], "relating to or resembling sapphire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapphism",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for lesbianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sappy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sappy",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) full of sap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sappy",1,1,3 ], "full of energy or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sappy",1,1,4 ], "silly or fatuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapraemia",1,1,1 ], "blood poisoning caused by toxins of putrefactive bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating dead or decaying matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprobe",1,1,1 ], "an organism, esp| a plant, that lives in stagnant or foul water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprogenic",1,1,1 ], "producing or resulting from decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprogenic",1,1,2 ], "growing on decaying matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprolite",1,1,1 ], "a deposit of earth, clay, silt, etc|, formed by decomposition of rocks that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprolite",1,1,1 ], "has remained in its original site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapropel",1,1,1 ], "an unconsolidated sludge consisting of the decomposed remains of aquatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapropel",1,1,1 ], "organisms, esp| algae, that accumulates at the bottoms of lakes and oceans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saprophagous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals) feeding on dead or decaying organic matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant, esp| a fungus or bacterium, that lives and feeds on dead organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprophyte",1,1,1 ], "matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saprozoic",1,1,1 ], "(of animals or plants) feeding on dead organic matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saprozoic",1,1,2 ], "dead organic matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saprozoic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to nutrition in which the nutrient substances are derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapsago",1,1,1 ], "a hard greenish Swiss cheese made with sour skim milk and coloured and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapsago",1,1,1 ], "flavoured with clover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapsucker",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American woodpeckers, Sphyrapicus varius or S| thyroideus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapsucker",1,1,1 ], "that have white wing patches and feed on the sap from trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sapwood",1,1,1 ], "the soft wood, just beneath the bark in tree trunks, that consists of living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sapwood",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saraband",1,1,1 ], "a decorous 17th-century courtly dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saraband",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance, in slow triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saraband",1,1,2 ], "time, often incorporated into the classical suite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saran",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of thermoplastic resins based on vinylidene chloride, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saran",1,1,1 ], "in fibres, moulded articles, and coatings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarangi",1,1,1 ], "a stringed instrument of India played with a bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcasm",1,1,1 ], "mocking, contemptuous, or ironic language intended to convey scorn or insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcasm",1,1,2 ], "the use or tone of such language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcastic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by sarcasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcastic",1,1,2 ], "given to the use of sarcasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcenet",1,1,1 ], "a fine soft silk fabric formerly from Italy and used for clothing, ribbons," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcenet",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarco-",1,1,1 ], "indicating flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcocarp",1,1,1 ], "the fleshy mesocarp of such fruits as the peach or plum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcocarp",1,1,2 ], "any fleshy fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcoid",1,2,1 ], "a tumour resembling a sarcoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcoma",1,1,1 ], "a usually malignant tumour arising from connective tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcomatosis",1,1,1 ], "a condition characterized by the development of several sarcomas at various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcomatosis",1,1,1 ], "bodily sites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarcophagus",1,1,1 ], "a stone or marble coffin or tomb, esp| one bearing sculpture or inscriptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the protoplasm between the fibrils of muscle fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarcous",1,1,1 ], "(of tissue) muscular or fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sard",1,1,1 ], "SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sard",1,1,1 ], "an orange, red, or brown variety of chalcedony, used as a gemstone| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardar",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a title used before the name of Sikh men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardar",1,1,2 ], "a leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardine",1,1,1 ], "any of various small marine food fishes of the herring family, esp| a young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardine",1,1,1 ], "pilchard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sardine",1,1,2 ], "like sardines| very closely crowded together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardine",2,1,1 ], "another name for sard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardius",1,1,1 ], "a precious stone, probably a ruby, set in the breastplate of the high priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardius",1,1,2 ], "another name for sard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardonic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by irony, mockery, or derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardonyx",1,1,1 ], "a variety of chalcedony with alternating reddish-brown and white parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sardonyx",1,1,1 ], "bands, used as a gemstone| Formula: SiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sargasso",1,1,1 ], "another name for gulfweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sargassum",1,1,1 ], "any floating brown seaweed of the genus Sargassum, such as gulfweed, of warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sargassum",1,1,1 ], "seas, having ribbon-like fronds containing air sacs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarge",1,1,1 ], "sergeant: used esp| as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sari",1,1,1 ], "long narrow piece of cloth elaborately swathed around the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sari",1,1,1 ], "the traditional dress of women of India, Pakistan, etc|, consisting of a very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarmentose" ,1, 1, 2],"(of plants such as the strawberry) having stems in the form of runners",1). c_DEF([ "sarong",1,1,1 ], "Lanka, the Pacific islands, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarong",1,1,1 ], "a draped skirtlike garment worn by men and women in the Malay Archipelago, Sri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saros",1,1,1 ], "a cycle of about 18 years 11 days (6585|32 days) in which eclipses of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saros",1,1,1 ], "and moon occur in the same sequence and at the same intervals as in the previous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saros",1,1,1 ], "such cycle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sarpanch",1,1,1 ], "the head of a panchayat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarracenia",1,1,1 ], "Sarraceniaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sarracenia",1,1,1 ], "any American pitcher plant of the genus Sarracenia, having single nodding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarracenia",1,1,1 ], "flowers and leaves modified as pitchers that trap and digest insects: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarraceniaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sarraceniaceae, an American family of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarraceniaceous",1,1,1 ], "pitcher plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarrusophone",1,1,1 ], "a wind instrument resembling the oboe but made of brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarsaparilla",1,1,1 ], "any of various prickly climbing plants of the tropical American genus Smilax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarsaparilla",1,1,1 ], "having large aromatic roots and heart-shaped leaves: family Smilacaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarsaparilla",1,1,2 ], "psoriasis, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarsaparilla",1,1,2 ], "the dried roots of any of these plants, formerly used in medicine to treat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarsaparilla",1,1,3 ], "a nonalcoholic drink prepared from these roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarsaparilla",1,1,4 ], "Aralia nudicaulis , of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarsaparilla",1,1,4 ], "any of various plants resembling true sarsaparilla, esp| the araliaceous plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarsen",1,1,1 ], "a boulder of silicified sandstone, probably of Tertiary age, found in large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sarsen",1,1,1 ], "numbers in S England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sarsenet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sarcenet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sartor",1,1,1 ], "a humorous or literary word for tailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sartorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a tailor or to tailoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sartorial",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the sartorius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sartorius",1,1,1 ], "a long ribbon-shaped muscle that aids in flexing the knee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sash cord",1,1,1 ], "a strong cord connecting a sash weight to a sliding sash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sash weight",1,1,1 ], "a weight used to counterbalance the weight of a sliding sash in a sash window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sash weight",1,1,1 ], "and thus hold it in position at any height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sash window",1,1,1 ], "a window consisting of two sashes placed one above the other so that one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sash window",1,1,1 ], "each can be slid over the other to open the window" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sash",1,1,1 ], "a long piece of ribbon, silk, etc|, worn around the waist like a belt or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sash",1,1,1 ], "one shoulder, as a symbol of rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sash",2,1,1 ], "a frame that contains the panes of a window or door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sash",2,2,1 ], "to furnish (a house, etc|) with a sash, sashes, or sash windows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sasin",1,1,1 ], "another name for the black buck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saskatoon",1,1,1 ], "a species of serviceberry, Amelanchier alnifolia, of W Canada: noted for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saskatoon",1,1,1 ], "succulent purplish berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sass",1,1,1 ], "insolent or impudent talk or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sass",1,2,1 ], "to talk or answer back in such a way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sassaby",1,1,1 ], "an African antelope, Damaliscus lunatus of grasslands and semideserts, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sassaby",1,1,1 ], "angular curved horns and an elongated muzzle: thought to be the swiftest hoofed mammal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sassafras oil",1,1,1 ], "a clear volatile oil that is extracted from the root of the sassafras tree and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sassafras oil",1,1,1 ], "contains camphor, pinene, and safrole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sassafras",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic deciduous lauraceous tree, Sassafras albidum, of North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sassafras",1,1,1 ], "having three-lobed leaves and dark blue fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sassafras",1,1,2 ], "sassafras oil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sassafras",1,1,2 ], "the aromatic dried root bark of this tree, used as a flavouring, and yielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sassafras",1,1,3 ], "any of several unrelated trees having a similar fragrant bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sassy" ,2, 1, 1],"sasswood , or sassy woodn",1). c_DEF([ "sassy" ,2, 1, 2],"(sassy bark) and hard strong wood",2). c_DEF([ "sassy" ,2, 1, 2],"a W African leguminous tree, Erythrophleum guineense, with poisonous bark",1). c_DEF([ "sassy" ,2, 1, 3],"sometimes used in medicine",2). c_DEF([ "sassy" ,2, 1, 3],"the bark or wood of this tree or the alkaloid derived from them, which is",1). c_DEF([ "sassy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sassy",1,1,2 ], "a dialect word for saucy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sastruga",1,1,1 ], "laden with ice particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sastruga",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of ridges on snow-covered plains, caused by the action of wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sat",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of sit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satai",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia and Indonesia) barbecued spiced meat cooked on skewers usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satai",1,1,1 ], "made from the stems of coconut leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satang",1,1,1 ], "a Thai monetary unit worth one hundredth of a baht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satanic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to Satan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satanic",1,1,2 ], "supremely evil or wicked; diabolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satchel",1,1,1 ], "a rectangular bag, usually made of leather or cloth and provided with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satchel",1,1,1 ], "shoulder strap, used for carrying books, esp| school books" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sate",1,1,1 ], "to satisfy (a desire or appetite) fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sate",1,1,2 ], "to supply beyond capacity or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sate",2,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of sit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sateen",1,1,1 ], "a glossy linen or cotton fabric, woven in such a way that it resembles satin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,1 ], "a celestial body orbiting around a planet or star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,2 ], "a man-made device orbiting around the earth, moon, or another planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,2 ], "transmitting to earth scientific information or used for communication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,3 ], "a person, esp| one who is obsequious, who follows or serves another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,4 ], "a country or political unit under the domination of a foreign power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,5 ], "a subordinate area or community that is dependent upon a larger adjacent town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,5 ], "or city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,5,1 ], "of or relating to a satellite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellite",1,1,5,2 ], "subordinate to or dependent upon another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satellitium",1,1,1 ], "a group of three or more planets lying in one sign of the zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satem",1,1,1 ], "Indic, Iranian, Armenian, Slavonic, Baltic, and Albanian branches and are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "satem",1,1,1 ], "denoting or belonging to the group of Indo-European languages in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satem",1,1,1 ], "original velar stops became palatalized (k ?> s or #s)| These languages belong to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satem",1,1,1 ], "traditionally regarded as the E group" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "satiable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being satiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satiate",1,1,1 ], "to fill or supply beyond capacity or desire, often arousing weariness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satiate",1,1,2 ], "to supply to satisfaction or capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satiety",1,1,1 ], "the state of being satiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satin stitch",1,1,1 ], "an embroidery stitch consisting of rows of flat stitches placed close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satin stitch",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satin",1,1,1 ], "a fabric of silk, rayon, etc|, closely woven to show much of the warp, giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satin",1,1,1 ], "a smooth glossy appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satin",1,1,2 ], "of or like satin in texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satinet",1,1,1 ], "a thin or imitation satin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satinflower",1,1,1 ], "another name for greater stitchwort (see stitchwort)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satinpod",1,1,1 ], "another name for honesty (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satinwood",1,1,1 ], "a tree, Chloroxylon swietenia, that occurs in the East Indies and has hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satinwood",1,1,1 ], "wood with a satiny texture: family Flindersiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satinwood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree, used in veneering, cabinetwork, marquetry, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satinwood",1,1,3 ], "West Indian satinwood| another name for yellowwood ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satire",1,1,1 ], "a novel, play, entertainment, etc|, in which topical issues, folly, or evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satire",1,1,1 ], "are held up to scorn by means of ridicule and irony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satire",1,1,2 ], "the genre constituted by such works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satire",1,1,3 ], "the use of ridicule, irony, etc|, to create such an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satirical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satirical",1,1,2 ], "given to the use of satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satirist",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satirist",1,1,2 ], "a person given to the use of satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satirize",1,1,1 ], "to deride (a person or thing) by means of satire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,1 ], "the act of satisfying or state of being satisfied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,2 ], "the fulfilment of a desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,3 ], "the pleasure obtained from such fulfilment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,4 ], "a source of fulfilment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,5 ], "reparation or compensation for a wrong done or received" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,6 ], "Church, Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,7 ], "the performance by a repentant sinner of a penance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfaction",1,1,8 ], "the atonement for sin by the death of Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfactory",1,1,1 ], "adequate or suitable; acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfactory",1,1,2 ], "giving satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfactory",1,1,3 ], "constituting or involving atonement, recompense, or expiation for sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to fulfil the desires or needs of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,2 ], "to provide amply for (a need or desire)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,3 ], "to relieve of doubt; convince" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,4 ], "to dispel (a doubt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,5 ], "to make reparation to or for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,6 ], "to discharge or pay off (a debt) to (a creditor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,7 ], "to fulfil the requirements of; comply with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,7,1 ], "substitution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,7,1 ], "to reduce (an equation or set of equations) to an identity, following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satisfy",1,1,7,2 ], "to fulfil conditions of (a theorem, inequality, set of assumptions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satori",1,1,1 ], "the state of sudden indescribable intuitive enlightenment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satrap",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Persia) a provincial governor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satrap",1,1,2 ], "a subordinate ruler, esp| a despotic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satrapy",1,1,1 ], "the province, office, or period of rule of a satrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satsuma",1,1,1 ], "a small citrus tree, Citrus nobilis var| unshiu, cultivated, esp| in Japan," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satsuma",1,1,1 ], "for its edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satsuma",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which has a loose rind and easily separable segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturant",1,1,1 ], "the substance that causes a solution, etc|, to be saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturant",1,2,1 ], "(of a substance) causing saturation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturate",1,1,1 ], "to fill, soak, or imbue totally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturate",1,1,2 ], "saturated or (of a compound, etc|) to become saturated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturate",1,1,2 ], "to make (a chemical compound, vapour, solution, magnetic material, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturate",1,2,1 ], "to bomb or shell heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturate",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,1 ], "(of a solution or solvent) containing the maximum amount of solute that can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,1 ], "normally be dissolved at a given temperature and pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,2 ], "(of a colour) having a large degree of saturation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,3 ], "(of a chemical compound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,3,1 ], "containing no multiple bonds and thus being incapable of undergoing additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,3,1 ], "reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,3,2 ], "containing no unpaired valence electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,4 ], "(of a vapour) containing the maximum amount of gaseous material at a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,4 ], "temperature and pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturated",1,1,5 ], "(of a magnetic material) fully magnetized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,1 ], "the act of saturating or the state of being saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,2 ], "the state of a chemical compound, solution, or vapour when it is saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,3 ], "particular temperature and pressure, the relative humidity then being 100 per cent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,3 ], "the state of the atmosphere when it can hold no more water vapour at its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,4 ], "pure chromatic colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,4 ], "the attribute of a colour that enables an observer to judge its proportion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,5 ], "magnetic domains are then all fully aligned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturation",1,1,5 ], "the state of a ferromagnetic material in which it is fully magnetized| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturniid",1,1,1 ], "any moth of the mainly tropical family Saturniidae, typically having large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturniid",1,1,1 ], "brightly coloured wings: includes the emperor, cecropia, and luna moths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saturniid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Saturniidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturnine",1,1,1 ], "having a gloomy temperament; taciturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturnine",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturnine",1,1,1,2 ], "having or symptomatic of lead poisoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saturnism",1,1,1 ], "another name for lead poisoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyagraha",1,1,1 ], "the policy of nonviolent resistance adopted by Mahatma Gandhi from about 1919" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyagraha",1,1,1 ], "to oppose British rule in India" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satyagraha",1,1,2 ], "any movement of nonviolent resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyagrahi",1,1,1 ], "an exponent of nonviolent resistance, esp| as a form of political protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyr play",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek drama) a ribald play with a chorus of satyrs, presented at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyr play",1,1,1 ], "the Dionysian festival" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satyr",1,1,1 ], "danced in the train of Dionysus and chased the nymphs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satyr",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of sylvan deities, represented as goatlike men who drank and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyr",1,1,2 ], "a man who has strong sexual desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyr",1,1,3 ], "a man who has satyriasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyr",1,1,4 ], "any of various butterflies of the genus Satyrus and related genera, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyr",1,1,4 ], "dark wings often marked with eyespots: family Satyridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "satyriasis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally intense and persistent desire in a man for sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyrid",1,1,1 ], "any butterfly of the family Satyridae, having typically brown or dark wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "satyrid",1,1,1 ], "gatekeepers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "satyrid",1,1,1 ], "with paler markings: includes the graylings, satyrs, browns, ringlets, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,1,1 ], "any liquid or semiliquid preparation eaten with food to enhance its flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,1,2 ], "anything that adds piquancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,1,3 ], "stewed fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,1,4 ], "vegetables eaten with meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,1,5 ], "impudent language or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,2,1 ], "to prepare (food) with sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,2,2 ], "to add zest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,2,3 ], "to make agreeable or less severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauce",1,2,4 ], "to be saucy to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saucebox",1,1,1 ], "a saucy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saucepan",1,1,1 ], "a metal or enamel pan with a long handle and often a lid, used for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saucepan",1,1,1 ], "food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saucer",1,1,1 ], "a small round dish on which a cup is set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saucer",1,1,2 ], "any similar dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saucy",1,1,1 ], "cier, ciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saucy",1,1,2 ], "impertinent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saucy",1,1,3 ], "pert; sprightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauerbraten",1,1,1 ], "beef marinated in vinegar, sugar, and seasonings, and then braised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauerkraut",1,1,1 ], "finely shredded and pickled cabbage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauger",1,1,1 ], "a small North American pikeperch, Stizostedion canadense, with a spotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauger",1,1,1 ], "dorsal fin: valued as a food and game fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sauna",1,1,1 ], "an invigorating bath originating in Finland in which the bather is subjected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauna",1,1,1 ], "birch twigs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sauna",1,1,1 ], "to hot steam, usually followed by a cold plunge or by being lightly beaten with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sauna",1,1,2 ], "the place in which such a bath is taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saunter",1,1,1 ], "to walk in a casual manner; stroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saunter",1,2,1 ], "a leisurely pace or stroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saunter",1,2,2 ], "a leisurely old-time dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saurel",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for horse mackerel ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saurian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a lizard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saurian",1,1,2 ], "(now called Lacertilia), which included the lizards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saurian",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sauria, a former suborder of reptiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saurian",1,2,1 ], "a former name for lizard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saurischian",1,1,1 ], "dinosaurs including the theropods and sauropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saurischian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Saurischia, an order of late Triassic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saurischian",1,2,1 ], "any dinosaur belonging to the order Saurischia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauropod",1,1,1 ], "Jurassic and Cretaceous times, including the brontosaurus, diplodocus, and titanosaurs|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sauropod",1,1,1 ], "They had small heads and long necks and tails and were partly amphibious" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sauropod",1,1,1 ], "any herbivorous quadrupedal saurischian dinosaur of the suborder Sauropoda, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saury",1,1,1 ], "Scomberesocidae of tropical and temperate seas, having an elongated body and long toothed jaws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saury",1,1,1 ], "any teleost fish, such as the Atlantic Scomberesox saurus of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sausage dog",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for dachshund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sausage roll",1,1,1 ], "a roll of sausage meat in pastry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sausage",1,1,1 ], "casing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sausage",1,1,1 ], "finely minced meat, esp| pork or beef, mixed with fat, cereal or bread, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sausage",1,1,1 ], "seasonings (sausage meat), and packed into a tube-shaped animal intestine or synthetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sausage",1,1,2 ], "an object shaped like a sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sausage",1,1,3 ], "a captive balloon shaped like a sausage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sausage",1,1,4 ], "not a sausage| nothing at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saut",1,1,1 ], "to fry (food) quickly in a little fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saut",1,2,1 ], "a dish of sauteed food, esp| meat that is browned and then cooked in a sauce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saut",1,3,1 ], "sauteed until lightly brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sauve qui peut",1,1,1 ], "a state of panic or disorder; rout| literally: save (himself) who can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sav",1,1,1 ], "short for saveloy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,1,1 ], "wild; untamed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,1,2 ], "ferocious in temper; vicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,1,3 ], "uncivilized; crude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,1,4 ], "(of peoples) nonliterate or primitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,1,5 ], "(of terrain) rugged and uncultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,1,6 ], "far from human habitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,2,1 ], "a member of a nonliterate society, esp| one regarded as primitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,2,2 ], "a crude or uncivilized person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,2,3 ], "a fierce or vicious person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,3,1 ], "to criticize violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savage",1,3,2 ], "to attack ferociously and wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savagery",1,1,1 ], "an uncivilized condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savagery",1,1,2 ], "a savage act or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savagery",1,1,3 ], "savages collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savanna",1,1,1 ], "much of tropical Africa| Whether this is the natural climax vegetation or the result" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "savanna",1,1,1 ], "of clearing or burning by man is disputed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "savanna",1,1,1 ], "open grasslands, usually with scattered bushes or trees, characteristic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savant",1,1,1 ], "a man of great learning; sage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savate",1,1,1 ], "a form of boxing in which blows may be delivered with the feet as well as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savate",1,1,1 ], "hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "save as you earn",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a savings scheme operated by the government, in which monthly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save as you earn",1,1,1 ], "contributions earn tax-free interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,1,1 ], "to rescue, preserve, or guard (a person or thing) from danger or harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,1,2 ], "to avoid the spending, waste, or loss of (money, possessions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,2,1 ], "to deliver from sin; redeem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to set aside or reserve (money, goods, etc|) for future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,2,2 ], "use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,3,1 ], "to treat with care so as to avoid or lessen wear or degeneration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,4,1 ], "to prevent the necessity for; obviate the trouble of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,5,1 ], "to prevent (a goal) by stopping (a struck ball or puck)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,6,1 ], "(of food) to admit of preservation keep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",1,7,1 ], "the act of saving a goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",2,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",2,1,2 ], "with the exception of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save",2,2,1 ], "2| but; except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save-all",1,1,1 ], "a device to prevent waste or loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save-all",1,1,1,1 ], "a net used while loading a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save-all",1,1,1,2 ], "a light sail set to catch wind spilling from another sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save-all",1,1,2 ], "overalls or a pinafore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "save-all",1,1,3 ], "a dialect word for miser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saveloy",1,1,1 ], "a smoked sausage made from salted pork, well seasoned and coloured red with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saveloy",1,1,1 ], "saltpetre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "savin",1,1,1 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "savin",1,1,1 ], "a small spreading juniper bush, Juniperus sabina, of Europe, N Asia, and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savin",1,1,2 ], "medicine to treat rheumatism, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "savin",1,1,2 ], "the oil derived from the shoots and leaves of this plant, formerly used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savin",1,1,3 ], "another name for red cedar ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,1,1 ], "tending to save or preserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,1,2 ], "redeeming or compensating (esp| in the phrase saving grace)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,1,3 ], "thrifty or economical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,1,4 ], "denoting or relating to an exception or reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,2,1 ], "preservation or redemption, esp| from loss or danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,2,2 ], "economy or avoidance of waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,2,3 ], "reduction in cost or expenditure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,2,4 ], "anything saved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,2,5 ], "money saved for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,2,6 ], "an exception or reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,3,1 ], "with the exception of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saving",1,4,1 ], "except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savings account",1,1,1 ], "an account at a bank that accumulates interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savings and loan association",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for a building society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savings bank",1,1,1 ], "a bank that accepts the savings of depositors and pays interest on them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savings bank",1,1,2 ], "a container, usually having a slot in the top, for saving coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saviour",1,1,1 ], "a person who rescues another person or a thing from danger or harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savoir-faire",1,1,1 ], "the ability to do the right thing in any situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savory",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous aromatic plants of the genus Satureja, esp| S| montana and S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savory",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Labiatae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "savory",1,1,1 ], "hortensis , of the Mediterranean region, having narrow leaves and white, pink, or purple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "savory",1,1,2 ], "(labiates)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savory",1,1,3 ], "the leaves of any of these plants, used as a potherb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,1,1 ], "the quality in a substance that is perceived by the sense of taste or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,1,2 ], "a specific taste or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,1,3 ], "a slight but distinctive quality or trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,1,4 ], "the power to excite interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,1,5 ], "reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,2,1 ], "to possess the taste or smell (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,3,1 ], "to have a suggestion (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,4,1 ], "to give a taste to; season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,5,1 ], "to taste or smell, esp| appreciatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savour",1,6,1 ], "to relish or enjoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savoury" ,1, 1, 1],"attractive to the sense of taste or smell",1). c_DEF([ "savoury" ,1, 1, 2],"salty or spicy; not sweet",1). c_DEF([ "savoury" ,1, 1, 3],"pleasant",1). c_DEF([ "savoury" ,1, 1, 4],"respectable",1). c_DEF([ "savoury" ,1, 2, 1],"vouries",1). c_DEF([ "savoury" ,1, 2, 2],"a savoury dish served as an hors d'oeuvre or dessert",1). c_DEF([ "savoury" ,1, 2, 2],"a savoury dish served as an hors d'oeuvre or dessert|&-!savourily or U|S|",1). c_DEF([ "savoy",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated variety of cabbage, Brassica oleracea capitata, having a compact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "savoy",1,1,1 ], "head and wrinkled leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "savvy" ,1, 1, 1],"to understand or get the sense of (an idea, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "savvy" ,1, 1, 2],"no savvy| I don't (he doesn't, etc|) understand",1). c_DEF([ "savvy" ,1, 2, 1],"comprehension",1). c_DEF([ "saw palmetto" ,1, 1, 1],"any of several dwarf prickly palms, esp| any of the genus Sabal, of the",1). c_DEF([ "saw palmetto" ,1, 1, 1],"southeastern U|S",2). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various hand tools for cutting wood, metal, etc|, having a blade with",1). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 1, 1],"teeth along one edge",2). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various machines or devices for cutting by use of a toothed blade, such",1). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 1, 2],"as a power-driven circular toothed wheel or toothed band of metal",2). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 2, 1],"to cut with a saw",1). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 2, 2],"to form by sawing",1). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 2, 3],"to cut as if wielding a saw",1). c_DEF([ "saw" ,1, 2, 4],"to move (an object) from side to side as if moving a saw",1). c_DEF([ "saw",2,1,1 ], "the past tense of see'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saw",3,1,1 ], "a wise saying, maxim, or proverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saw-wort",1,1,1 ], "a perennial Old World plant, Serratula tinctoria| having serrated leaves that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saw-wort",1,1,1 ], "yield a yellow dye: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sawbill",1,1,1 ], "another name for merganser or motmot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawbill",1,1,2 ], "any of various hummingbirds of the genus Ramphodon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawbones",1,1,1 ], "surgeon or doctor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawbuck",1,1,1 ], "a sawhorse, esp| one having an X-shaped supporting structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawbuck",1,1,2 ], "a ten-dollar bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawder",1,1,1 ], "flattery; compliments (esp| in the phrase soft sawder)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawder",1,2,1 ], "to flatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawdust",1,1,1 ], "particles of wood formed by sawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawfish",1,1,1 ], "any sharklike ray of the family Pristidae of subtropical coastal waters and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawfish",1,1,1 ], "estuaries, having a serrated bladelike mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sawfly",1,1,1 ], "any of various hymenopterous insects of the family Tenthredinidae and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawfly",1,1,1 ], "families, the females of which have a sawlike ovipositor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sawhorse",1,1,1 ], "a stand for timber during sawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawmill",1,1,1 ], "an industrial establishment where timber is sawn into planks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawmill",1,1,2 ], "a large sawing machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawn",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of saw'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawn-off",1,1,1 ], "(of a shotgun)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawn-off",1,1,2 ], "having the barrel cut short, mainly to facilitate concealment of the weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sawyer",1,1,1 ], "a person who saws timber for a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sax",1,1,1 ], "a tool resembling a small axe, used for cutting roofing slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sax",2,1,1 ], "short for saxophone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxe blue",1,1,1,1 ], "a light greyish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxe blue",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxhorn",1,1,1 ], "a valved brass instrument used chiefly in brass and military bands, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxhorn",1,1,1 ], "constitutes a family of instruments related to the flugelhorn and cornet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saxhorn",1,1,1 ], "tube of conical bore and a brilliant tone colour| It resembles the tuba and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saxicolous",1,1,1 ], "living on or among rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxifragaceous",1,1,1 ], "alpine family of plants having a basal rosette of leaves and small flowers includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saxifragaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Saxifragaceae, a chiefly arctic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxifragaceous",1,1,1 ], "saxifrage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "saxifrage",1,1,1 ], "any saxifragaceous plant of the genus Saxifraga, having small white, yellow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxifrage",1,1,1 ], "purple, or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saxony",1,1,1 ], "a fine 3-ply yarn used for knitting and weaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxony",1,1,2 ], "a fine woollen fabric used for coats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxophone",1,1,1 ], "a keyed wind instrument of mellow tone colour, used mainly in jazz and dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saxophone",1,1,1 ], "music| It is made in various sizes, has a conical bore, and a single reed| Often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "saxophone",1,1,1 ], "shortened to sax" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to speak, pronounce, or utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,10 ], "I say!Chiefly Brit| informal| an exclamation of surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,11 ], "not to say| even; and indeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,12 ], "that is to say| in other words; more explicitly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,13 ], "to say nothing of| even disregarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,14 ], "to say the least| without the slightest exaggeration; at the very least" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,2 ], "to express (an idea, etc|) in words; tell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,3 ], "to state (an opinion, fact, etc|) positively; declare; affirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,4 ], "to recite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,5 ], "to report or allege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,6 ], "to take as an assumption; suppose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,7 ], "to convey by means of artistic expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,8 ], "to make a case for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,1,9 ], "go without saying| to be so obvious as to need no explanation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,2,1 ], "approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,2,2 ], "for example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,3,1 ], "the right or chance to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,3,2 ], "authority, esp| to influence a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,3,3 ], "a statement of opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say",1,4,1 ], "an exclamation to attract attention or express surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say'",1,1,1 ], "a type of fine woollen fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say-so",1,1,1 ], "an arbitrary assertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say-so",1,1,2 ], "an authoritative decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "say-so",1,1,3 ], "the authority to make a final decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "saying",1,1,1 ], "a maxim, adage, or proverb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sayyid",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim claiming descent from Mohammed's grandson Husain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sayyid",1,1,2 ], "a Muslim honorary title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sazerac",1,1,1 ], "a mixed drink of whisky, pernod, syrup, bitters, and lemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sb|",1,1,1 ], "substantive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 1],"the dried crusty surface of a healing skin wound or sore",1). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 2],"a contagious disease of sheep resembling mange, caused by a mite (Psoroptes",1). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 2],"communis)",2). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"blackleg",1). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 3],"a fungal disease of plants characterized by crusty spots on the fruits,",1). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 3],"leaves, etc",2). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 4],"a person who refuses to support a trade union, esp| one who replaces a worker",1). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 4],"who is on strike",2). c_DEF([ "scab" ,1, 1, 5],"a despicable person",1). c_DEF([ "scabbard fish",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine spiny-finned fishes of the family Trichiuridae, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabbard fish",1,1,1 ], "most common in warm waters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scabbard fish",1,1,1 ], "the genus Lepidopus, having a long whiplike scaleless body and long sharp teeth:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scabbard",1,1,1 ], "a holder for a bladed weapon such as a sword or bayonet; sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabble",1,1,1 ], "to shape (stone) roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabby",1,1,2 ], "having an area of the skin covered with scabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabby",1,1,3 ], "having scabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabby",1,1,4 ], "despicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabies",1,1,1 ], "a contagious skin infection caused by the mite Sarcoptes scaboi, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabies",1,1,1 ], "by intense itching, inflammation, and the formation of vesicles and pustules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scabious",1,1,1 ], "having or covered with scabs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabious",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling scabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabious",2,1,1 ], "any plant of the genus Scabiosa, esp| S| atropurpurea, of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabious",2,1,1 ], "region, having blue, red, or whitish dome-shaped flower heads: family Dipsacaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scabious",2,1,2 ], "any of various similar plants of the related genus Knautia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabious",2,1,3 ], "devil's bit scabious| a similar and related Eurasian marsh plant, Succisa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabious",2,1,3 ], "pratensis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scabrous",1,1,1 ], "roughened because of small projections; scaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabrous",1,1,2 ], "indelicate, indecent, or salacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scabrous",1,1,3 ], "difficult to deal with; knotty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scad",1,1,1 ], "any of various carangid fishes of the genus Trachurus, esp| the horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scad",1,1,1 ], "mackerel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scad",2,1,1 ], "a large amount or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaffold",1,1,1 ], "a temporary metal or wooden framework that is used to support workmen and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaffold",1,1,1 ], "materials during the erection, repair, etc|, of a building or other construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scaffold",1,1,2 ], "a raised wooden platform on which plays are performed, tobacco, etc|, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaffold",1,1,2 ], "dried, or (esp| formerly) criminals are executed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scaffold",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a scaffold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaffold",1,2,2 ], "to support by means of a scaffold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaffolding",1,1,1 ], "a scaffold or system of scaffolds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaffolding",1,1,2 ], "the building materials used to make scaffolds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scag" ,1, 1, 1],"South Wales and southwest English dialect",1). c_DEF([ "scag" ,1, 2, 1],"a tear in a garment or piece of cloth",1). c_DEF([ "scag" ,1, 3, 1],"to make a tear in (cloth)",1). c_DEF([ "scagliola",1,1,1 ], "imitation marble made of glued gypsum with a polished surface of coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scagliola",1,1,1 ], "stone or marble dust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scalable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being scaled or climbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalade",1,1,1 ], "short for escalade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalage",1,1,1 ], "a percentage deducted from the price, etc|, of goods liable to shrink or leak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalage",1,1,2 ], "the estimated amount of usable timber in a log" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalar product" ,1, 1, 1],"magnitudes of the vectors and the cosine of the angle between them| Written: AB or",2). c_DEF([ "scalar product" ,1, 1, 1],"the product of two vectors to form a scalar, whose value is the product of the",1). c_DEF([ "scalar",1,1,1 ], "a variable quantity, such as time or temperature, that has magnitude but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalar",1,1,1 ], "direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scalar",1,2,1 ], "having magnitude but not direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalare",1,1,1 ], "another name for angelfish (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalariform",1,1,1 ], "resembling a ladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalawag",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of scallywag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scald" ,3, 1, 1],"a less common word for scab",1). c_DEF([ "scald",1,1,1 ], "to burn or be burnt with or as if with hot liquid or steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scald",1,2,1 ], "to subject to the action of boiling water, esp| so as to sterilize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scald",1,3,1 ], "to heat (a liquid) almost to boiling point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scald",1,4,1 ], "the act or result of scalding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scald",1,4,2 ], "an abnormal condition in plants, characterized by discoloration and wrinkling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scald",1,4,2 ], "of the skin of the fruits, caused by exposure to excessive sunlight, gases, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scald",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of skald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaldfish",1,1,1 ], "a small European flatfish, Arnoglossus laterna, covered with large fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaldfish",1,1,1 ], "scales: family Bothidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale insect",1,1,1 ], "any small homopterous insect of the family Coccidae and related families," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale insect",1,1,1 ], "themselves| Many species, such as the San Jose scale, are important pests" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scale insect",1,1,1 ], "which typically live and feed on plants and secrete a protective scale around" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale leaf",1,1,1 ], "a modified leaf, often small and membranous, protecting buds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale moss",1,1,1 ], "any of various leafy liverworts of the order Jungermanniales, which resemble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale moss",1,1,1 ], "mosses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,1 ], "any of the numerous plates, made of various substances resembling enamel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,1 ], "dentine, covering the bodies of fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the horny or chitinous plates covering a part or the entire body of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,1,1 ], "certain reptiles and mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,1,2 ], "any of the numerous minute structures covering the wings of lepidoptera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,2 ], "a thin flat piece or flake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,3 ], "a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the skin: excessive shedding may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,3 ], "the result of a skin disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,4 ], "a specialized leaf or bract, esp| the protective covering of a bud or the dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,4 ], "membranous bract of a catkin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,5 ], "a flaky black oxide of iron formed on the surface of iron or steel at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,5 ], "temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,1,6 ], "any oxide formed on a metal during heat treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,2,1 ], "to remove the scales or coating from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,2,2 ], "to peel off or cause to peel off in flakes or scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,3,1 ], "to shed scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,3,2 ], "to cover or become covered with scales, incrustation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,4,1 ], "surface of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,4,1 ], "to throw (a disc or thin flat object) edgewise through the air or along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",1,5,1 ], "to ride on public transport without paying a fare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",2,1,1 ], "a machine or device for weighing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",2,1,2 ], "one of the pans of a balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",2,1,3 ], "tip the scales a| to exercise a decisive influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",2,1,3,2 ], "(foll| by at) to amount in weight (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",2,2,1 ], "to weigh with or as if with scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",2,2,2 ], "to have a weight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,1 ], "a sequence of marks at regular intervals, used as a reference in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,1 ], "measurements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,10 ], "a ladder or staircase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,2 ], "a measuring instrument having such a scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,2,1 ], "representation of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,2,1 ], "the ratio between the size of something real and that of a model or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,3 ], "a line, numerical ratio, etc|, for showing this ratio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,4 ], "a progressive or graduated table of things, wages, etc|, in order of size," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,4 ], "value, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,5 ], "an established measure or standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,6 ], "a relative degree or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,7 ], "a group of notes taken in ascending or descending order, esp| within the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,7 ], "compass of one octave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,8 ], "the notation of a given number system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,1,9 ], "a graded series of tests measuring mental development, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,2,1 ], "to climb to the top of (a height) by or as if by a ladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,3,1 ], "proportionate reduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,3,1 ], "to make or draw (a model, etc|) according to a particular ratio of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,4,1 ], "to increase or reduce proportionately in size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,4,1,1 ], "to measure (logs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scale",3,4,1,2 ], "to calculate the number of (trees)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaleboard",1,1,1 ], "a very thin piece of board, used for backing a picture, as a veneer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaleboard",1,1,2 ], "a thin wooden strip used in justifying type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalene",1,1,1 ], "(of a triangle) having all sides of unequal length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalene",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to any of the scalenus muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalenus",1,1,1 ], "any one of the three muscles situated on each side of the neck extending from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalenus",1,1,1 ], "the cervical vertebrae to the first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scaler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaler",1,1,2 ], "an electronic device or circuit that aggregates electric pulses and gives a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaler",1,1,2 ], "single output pulse for a predetermined number of input pulses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scaling ladder",1,1,1 ], "a ladder used to climb high walls, esp| one used formerly to enter a besieged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaling ladder",1,1,1 ], "town, fortress, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scall",1,1,1 ], "a former term for any of various diseases of the scalp characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scall",1,1,1 ], "itching and scab formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scallion",1,1,1 ], "any of various onions or similar plants, such as the spring onion, that have a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallion",1,1,1 ], "small bulb and long leaves and are eaten in salads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine bivalves of the family Pectinidae, having a fluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,1 ], "fan-shaped shell: includes free-swimming species (genus Pecten) and species attached to a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,1 ], "substratum (genus Chlamys)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,2 ], "the edible adductor muscle of certain of these molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,3 ], "either of the shell valves of any of these molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,4 ], "a scallop shell or similarly shaped dish, in which fish, esp| shellfish, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,4 ], "cooked and served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,5 ], "one of a series of curves along an edge, esp| an edge of cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,6 ], "Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,6 ], "the shape of a scallop shell used as the badge of a pilgrim, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,1,7 ], "a potato cake fried in batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,2,1 ], "to decorate (an edge) with scallops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,2,2 ], "to bake (food) in a scallop shell or similar dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallop",1,3,1 ], "to collect scallops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallywag",1,1,1 ], "a scamp; rascal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallywag",1,1,2 ], "(after the U|S| Civil War) a White Southerner who supported the Republican" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scallywag",1,1,2 ], "Party and its policy of Black emancipation| Scallywags were viewed as traitors by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scallywag",1,1,2 ], "their fellow Southerners" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scaloppine",1,1,1 ], "escalopes of meat, esp| veal, cooked in a rich sauce, usually of wine with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaloppine",1,1,1 ], "seasonings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scalp lock",1,1,1 ], "a small tuft or plait of hair left on the shaven scalp by American Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp lock",1,1,1 ], "warriors as a challenge to enemies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,1 ], "the skin and subcutaneous tissue covering the top of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,2 ], "(among North American Indians) a part of this removed as a trophy from a slain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,2 ], "enemy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,3 ], "a trophy or token signifying conquest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,4 ], "a piece of hide cut from the head of a victim as a trophy or as proof of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,4 ], "killing in order to collect a bounty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,5 ], "a small speculative profit taken in quick transactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,1,6 ], "a projection of bare rock from vegetation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,2,1 ], "to cut the scalp from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,2,2 ], "profits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,2,2 ], "to purchase and resell (securities) quickly so as to make several small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalp",1,2,3 ], "to buy (tickets) cheaply and resell at an inflated price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalpel",1,1,1 ], "a surgical knife with a short thin blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalping",1,1,1 ], "a process in which the top portion of a metal ingot is machined away before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scalping",1,1,1 ], "use, thus removing the layer containing defects and impurities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scaly anteater",1,1,1 ], "another name for pangolin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaly",1,1,1 ], "scalier, scaliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaly",1,1,2 ], "resembling or covered in scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaly",1,1,3 ], "peeling off in scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scammony",1,1,1 ], "a twining Asian convolvulus plant, Convolvulus scammonia, having arrow-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scammony",1,1,1 ], "leaves, white or purple flowers, and tuberous roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scammony",1,1,2 ], "a resinous juice obtained from the roots of this plant and having purgative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scammony",1,1,2 ], "properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scammony",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar medicinal resins or the plants that yield them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scamp",1,1,1 ], "an idle mischievous person; rascal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scamp",1,1,2 ], "a mischievous child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scamp",2,1,1 ], "a less common word for skimp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scamper",1,1,1 ], "to run about playfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scamper",1,2,1 ], "the act of scampering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scampi",1,1,1 ], "large prawns, usually eaten fried in batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,1,1 ], "to scrutinize minutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,2,1 ], "to glance over quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,3,1 ], "to read or analyse (verse) according to the rules of metre and versification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,4,1 ], "to conform to the rules of metre and versification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,5,1 ], "reproduce a television image" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,5,1 ], "surface or region) to obtain information, esp| either to sense and transmit or to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,5,1 ], "to move a beam of light, electrons, etc|, in a predetermined pattern over (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,6,1 ], "information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,6,1 ], "to examine data stored on (magnetic tape, etc|), usually in order to retrieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,6,2 ], "direction of a radar or sonar beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,6,2 ], "to examine or search (a prescribed region) by systematically varying the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,6,3 ], "some variable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,6,3 ], "to examine or produce or be examined or produced by a continuous charge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scan",1,7,1 ], "the act or an instance of scanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandal",1,1,1 ], "a disgraceful action or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandal",1,1,2 ], "censure or outrage arising from an action or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandal",1,1,3 ], "a person whose conduct causes reproach or disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandal",1,1,4 ], "malicious talk, esp| gossip about the private lives of other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandal",1,1,5 ], "a libellous action or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandal",1,2,1 ], "to disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandal",1,2,2 ], "to scandalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandalize",1,1,1 ], "to shock, as by improper behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandalmonger",1,1,1 ], "a person who spreads or enjoys scandal, gossip, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandent",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having a climbing habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing scandium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandium",1,1,1 ], "a rare light silvery-white metallic element occurring in minute quantities in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scandium",1,1,1 ], "density: 2|99; melting pt|: 1539 degrees C; boiling pt|: 2832 degrees C" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scandium",1,1,1 ], "numerous minerals| Symbol: Sc; atomic no|: 21; atomic wt|: 44|96; valency: 3; relative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scanner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that scans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scanner",1,1,2 ], "a device, usually electronic, used to measure or sample the distribution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scanner",1,1,2 ], "some quantity or condition in a particular system, region, or area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scanner",1,1,3 ], "an aerial or similar device designed to transmit or receive signals, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scanner",1,1,3 ], "radar signals, inside a given solid angle of space, thus allowing a particular region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scanner",1,1,3 ], "to be scanned" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scansion",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of the metrical structure of verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scansorial",1,1,1 ], "specialized for, characterized by, or relating to climbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scant",1,1,1 ], "scarcely sufficient; limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scant",1,1,2 ], "slightly short of the amount indicated; bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scant",1,2,1 ], "having a short supply (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scant",1,3,1 ], "to limit in size or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scant",1,3,2 ], "to provide with a limited or inadequate supply of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scant",1,3,3 ], "to treat in a slighting or inadequate manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scant",1,4,1 ], "scarcely; barely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scantling",1,1,1 ], "a piece of sawn timber, such as a rafter, that has a small cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scantling",1,1,2 ], "ship, esp| those in cross section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scantling",1,1,2 ], "the dimensions of a piece of building material or the structural parts of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scantling",1,1,3 ], "a building stone, esp| one that is more than 6 feet in length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scantling",1,1,4 ], "a small quantity or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scanty",1,1,1 ], "scantier, scantiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scanty",1,1,2 ], "limited; barely enough; meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scanty",1,1,3 ], "insufficient; inadequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scanty",1,1,4 ], "lacking fullness; small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scape",1,1,1 ], "a leafless stalk in plants that arises from a rosette of leaves and bears one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scape",1,1,1 ], "or more flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scape",1,1,2 ], "a stalklike part, such as the first segment of an insect's antenna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scape",2,2,1 ], "an archaic word for escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapegoat",1,1,1 ], "a person made to bear the blame for others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapegoat",1,1,2 ], "a goat used in the ritual of Yom Kippur (Leviticus 16); it was symbolically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapegoat",1,1,2 ], "laden with the sins of the Israelites and sent into the wilderness to be destroyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scapegrace",1,1,1 ], "an idle mischievous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapewheel",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for escape wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaphoid",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for navicular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaphopod",1,1,1 ], "any marine mollusc of the class Scaphopoda, which includes the tusk (or tooth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaphopod",1,1,1 ], "shells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scapolite",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of colourless, white, grey, or violet fluorescent minerals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapolite",1,1,1 ], "consisting of sodium or calcium aluminium silicate, carbonate, and chloride in tetragonal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scapolite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| They occur mainly in impure limestones and pegmatites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scapula",1,1,1 ], "either of two large flat triangular bones, one on each side side of the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapula",1,1,1 ], "part of the shoulder in man| Nontechnical name: shoulder blade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scapula",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bone in most vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the scapula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,2,1 ], "Catholic, religious orders, consisting of a piece of woollen cloth worn over the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,2,1 ], "part of the monastic habit worn by members of many Christian, esp| Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,2,1 ], "shoulders, and hanging down in front and behind to the ankles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,2,2 ], "shoulders and worn under secular clothes in token of affiliation to a religious order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,2,2 ], "two small rectangular pieces of woollen cloth joined by tapes passing over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,2,3 ], "along the shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scapular",1,2,3 ], "any of the small feathers that are attached to the humerus of a bird and lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 1, 1],"any mark left on the skin or other tissue following the healing of a wound,",1). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 1, 1],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 1, 2],"a permanent change in a person's character resulting from emotional distress",1). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 1, 3],"the attachment of a leaf to a stem",2). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 1, 3],"the mark on a plant indicating the former point of attachment of a part, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 1, 4],"a mark of damage; blemish",1). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 2, 1],"to mark or become marked with a scar",1). c_DEF([ "scar" ,1, 2, 2],"to heal leaving a scar",1). c_DEF([ "scar",2,1,1 ], "a bare craggy rock formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scar",2,1,2 ], "a similar formation in a river or sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarab",1,1,1 ], "Egyptians as divine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarab",1,1,1 ], "any scarabaeid beetle, esp| Scarabaeus sacer , regarded by the ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarab",1,1,2 ], "hieroglyphics as a symbol of the solar deity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarab",1,1,2 ], "the scarab as represented on amulets, etc|, of ancient Egypt, or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarabaeid",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the family Scarabaeidae, including the sacred scarab and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarabaeid",1,1,1 ], "dung beetles, the chafers, goliath beetles, and rhinoceros beetles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarabaeid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Scarabaeidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarabaeoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a scarabaeid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarabaeoid",1,1,2 ], "a former word for lamellicorn ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarabaeus",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for scarab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarce",1,1,1 ], "rarely encountered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarce",1,1,2 ], "insufficient to meet the demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarce",1,1,3 ], "make oneself scarce| Informal| to go away, esp| suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarce",1,2,1 ], "scarcely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarcely",1,1,1 ], "hardly at all; only just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarcely",1,1,2 ], "probably not or definitely not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarcement",1,1,1 ], "a ledge in a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarcity",1,1,1 ], "inadequate supply; dearth; paucity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarcity",1,1,2 ], "rarity or infrequent occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scare",1,1,1 ], "to fill or be filled with fear or alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scare",1,2,1 ], "to drive (away) by frightening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scare",1,2,2 ], "(foll by up) to produce (a meal, etc|) quickly from what is available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scare",1,3,1 ], "a sudden attack of fear or alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scare",1,3,2 ], "a period of general fear or alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarecrow",1,1,1 ], "an object, usually in the shape of a man, made out of sticks and old clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarecrow",1,1,1 ], "to scare birds away from seeds, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarecrow",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that appears frightening but is not actually harmful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarecrow",1,1,2,1 ], "an untidy-looking person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarecrow",1,1,2,2 ], "a very thin person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaremonger",1,1,1 ], "a person who delights in spreading rumours of disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",1,1,1 ], "a rectangular, triangular, or long narrow piece of cloth worn around the head," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",1,1,1 ], "neck, or shoulders for warmth or decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",1,2,1 ], "to wrap with or as if with a scarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",1,2,2 ], "to use as or in the manner of a scarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",2,1,1 ], "a lapped joint between two pieces of timber made by notching or grooving the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",2,1,1 ], "ends and strapping, bolting, or gluing the two pieces together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",2,1,2 ], "the end of a piece of timber shaped to form such a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",2,1,3 ], "an incision made along a whale's body before stripping off the blubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",2,2,1 ], "to join (two pieces of timber) by means of a scarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",2,2,2 ], "to make a scarf on (a piece of timber)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarf",2,2,3 ], "to cut a scarf in (a whale)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarfskin",1,1,1 ], "the outermost layer of the skin; epidermis or cuticle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarificator",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for use in puncturing the skin or other tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarify",1,1,2 ], "as for inoculating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarify",1,1,2 ], "to make tiny punctures or superficial incisions in (the skin or other tissue)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarify",1,1,2,1 ], "to break up and loosen (soil) to a shallow depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarify",1,1,2,2 ], "or hasten germination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarify",1,1,2,2 ], "to scratch or abrade the outer surface of (seeds) to increase water absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarify",1,1,3 ], "to wound with harsh criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarious",1,1,1 ], "(of plant parts) membranous, dry, and brownish in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlatina",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for scarlet fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute communicable disease characterized by fever, strawberry-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet fever",1,1,1 ], "and limbs, caused by the bacterium Streptococcus scarlatinae|Technical name:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet fever",1,1,1 ], "scarlatina" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet fever",1,1,1 ], "tongue, and a typical rash starting on the neck and chest and spreading to the abdomen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet hat",1,1,1 ], "another term for red hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet letter",1,1,1 ], "(esp| among U|S| Puritans) a scarlet letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet pimpernel",1,1,1 ], "a primulaceous plant, Anagallis arvensis, of temperate regions, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet pimpernel",1,1,1 ], "red, purple, or white star-shaped flowers that close in bad weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet pimpernel",1,1,2 ], "weatherglass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet runner",1,1,1 ], "a climbing perennial bean plant, Phaseolus multiflorus (or P| coccineus), of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet runner",1,1,1 ], "pods containing edible seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet runner",1,1,1 ], "tropical America, having scarlet flowers: widely cultivated for its long green edible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet tanager",1,1,1 ], "an E North American tanager, Piranga olivacea, the male of which has a bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet tanager",1,1,1 ], "red head and body with black wings and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet woman",1,1,1 ], "a sinful woman described in Revelation 17, interpreted as a figure either of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet woman",1,1,1 ], "gaudy pageantry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet woman",1,1,1 ], "pagan Rome or of the Roman Catholic Church regarded as typifying vice overlaid with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet woman",1,1,2 ], "any sexually promiscuous woman, esp| a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet",1,1,1 ], "a vivid red colour, sometimes with an orange tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet",1,1,2 ], "cloth or clothing of this colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet",1,2,1 ], "of the colour scarlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarlet",1,2,2 ], "sinful or immoral, esp| unchaste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarp",1,1,1 ], "a steep slope, esp| one formed by erosion or faulting; escarpment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarp",1,1,2 ], "the side of a ditch cut nearest to and immediately below a rampart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarp",1,2,1 ], "to wear or cut so as to form a steep slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarper",1,1,1 ], "to depart in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarper",1,2,1 ], "a hasty departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scarves",1,1,1 ], "a plural of scarf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scary",1,1,1 ], "scarier, scariest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scary",1,1,2 ], "causing fear or alarm; frightening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scary",1,1,3 ], "easily roused to fear; timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scat" ,2, 1, 1],"a type of jazz singing characterized by improvised vocal sounds instead of",1). c_DEF([ "scat" ,2, 1, 1],"words",2). c_DEF([ "scat" ,2, 2, 1],"to sing jazz in this way",1). c_DEF([ "scat",1,1,1 ], "(intr|; usually imperative) Informal| to go away in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scat",3,1,1 ], "Scatophagus argus, which has a beautiful coloration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scat",3,1,1 ], "any marine and freshwater percoid fish of the Asian family Scatophagidae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scathe",1,1,1 ], "to attack with severe criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scathe",1,1,2 ], "to injure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scathe",1,2,1 ], "harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scathing",1,1,1 ], "harshly critical; scornful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scathing",1,1,2 ], "damaging; painful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scato-",1,1,1 ], "dung or excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatology",1,1,1 ], "and in palaeontology of fossilized excrement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scatology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of excrement, esp| in medicine for diagnostic purposes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatology",1,1,2 ], "excrement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scatology",1,1,2 ], "obscenity or preoccupation with obscenity, esp| in the form of references to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter pin",1,1,1 ], "a small decorative pin usually worn in groups of two or three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter rug",1,1,1 ], "a small rug used to cover a limited area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter",1,1,1 ], "to throw about in various directions; strew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter",1,1,2 ], "to separate and move or cause to move in various directions; disperse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter",1,1,3 ], "reflection or refraction of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scatter",1,1,3 ], "to deviate or cause to deviate in many directions, as in the diffuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter",1,2,1 ], "the act of scattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter",1,2,2 ], "a substance or a number of objects scattered about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatter-gun",1,1,1 ], "a shotgun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatterbrain",1,1,1 ], "a person who is incapable of serious thought or concentration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scattering",1,1,1 ], "a small amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scattering",1,1,2 ], "collision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scattering",1,1,2 ], "the process in which particles, atoms, etc|, are deflected as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scatty",1,1,2 ], "empty-headed, frivolous, or thoughtless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaup",1,1,1 ], "America, having a black-and-white plumage in the male" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scaup",1,1,1 ], "either of two diving ducks, Aythya marila or A| affinis , of Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scaup",1,1,2 ], "(U|S|): bluebill, broadbill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scauper",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of scorper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenge",1,1,1 ], "to search for (anything usable) among discarded material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenge",1,2,1 ], "be inert or may react with the impurities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scavenge",1,2,1 ], "to purify (a molten metal) by bubbling a suitable gas through it| The gas may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenge",1,2,2 ], "to clean up filth from (streets, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenge",1,2,3 ], "to act as a scavenger for (atoms, molecules, ions, radicals, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenger",1,1,1 ], "a person who collects things discarded by others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenger",1,1,2 ], "any animal that feeds on decaying organic matter, esp| on refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenger",1,1,3 ], "a substance added to a chemical reaction or mixture to counteract the effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scavenger",1,1,3 ], "of impurities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scavenger",1,1,4 ], "a person employed to clean the streets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenario" ,1, 1, 1],"a summary of the plot of a play, etc|, including information about its",1). c_DEF([ "scenario" ,1, 1, 1],"characters, scenes, etc| scenarist",2). c_DEF([ "scend",1,1,1 ], "(of a vessel) to surge upwards in a heavy sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scend",1,2,1 ], "the upward heaving of a vessel pitching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scend",1,2,2 ], "the forward lift given a vessel by the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene dock",1,1,1 ], "a place in a theatre where scenery is stored, usually near the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,1 ], "the place where an action or event, real or imaginary, occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,10 ], "the stage, esp| of a theatre in ancient Greece or Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,11 ], "behind the scenes| out of public view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,2 ], "the setting for the action of a play, novel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,3 ], "an incident or situation, real or imaginary, esp| as described or represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,3,1 ], "a subdivision of an act of a play, in which the time is continuous and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,3,1 ], "setting fixed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,3,2 ], "a single event, esp| a significant one, in a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,4 ], "a shot or series of shots that constitutes a unit of the action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,5 ], "the backcloths, stage setting, etc|, for a play or film set; scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,6 ], "the prospect of a place, landscape, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,7 ], "a display of emotion, esp| an embarrassing one to the onlookers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,8 ], "the environment for a specific activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scene",1,1,9 ], "interest or chosen occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenery",1,1,1 ], "the natural features of a landscape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenery",1,1,2 ], "in a theatre or studio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scenery",1,1,2 ], "the painted backcloths, stage structures, etc|, used to represent a location" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenic railway",1,1,1 ], "a miniature railway used for amusement in a park, zoo, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenic railway",1,1,2 ], "a roller coaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to natural scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenic",1,1,2 ], "having beautiful natural scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the stage or stage scenery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenic",1,1,4 ], "(in painting, etc|) representing a scene, such as a scene of action or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenic",1,1,4 ], "historical event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scenography",1,1,1 ], "the art of portraying objects or scenes in perspective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scenography",1,1,2 ], "scene painting, esp| in ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive smell, esp| a pleasant one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,1,2 ], "a smell left in passing, by which a person or animal may be traced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,1,3 ], "a trail, clue, or guide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,1,4 ], "an instinctive ability for finding out or detecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,1,5 ], "another word (esp| Brit|) for perfume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,2,1 ], "to recognize or be aware of by or as if by the smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,3,1 ], "to have a suspicion of; detect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,4,1 ], "to fill with odour or fragrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,5,1 ], "(of hounds, etc|) to hunt by the sense of smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scent",1,5,2 ], "to smell (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sceptic",1,1,1 ], "a person who habitually doubts the authenticity of accepted beliefs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sceptic",1,1,2 ], "a person who mistrusts people, ideas, etc|, in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sceptic",1,1,3 ], "a person who doubts the truth of religion, esp| Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sceptic",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to sceptics; sceptical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sceptre",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial staff held by a monarch as the symbol of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sceptre",1,1,2 ], "imperial authority; sovereignty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sceptre",1,2,1 ], "to invest with authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schappe",1,1,1 ], "a yarn or fabric made from waste silk| from German" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schatchen" ,1, 1, 1],"a variant spelling of shadchan",1). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,1,1 ], "a plan of procedure for a project, allotting the work to be done and the time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,1,1 ], "for it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,1,2 ], "a list of items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,1,3 ], "a list of times, esp| of arrivals and departures; timetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,1,4 ], "a list of tasks to be performed, esp| within a set period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,1,5 ], "a list or inventory, usually supplementary to a contract, will, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,1,6 ], "on schedule| at the expected or planned time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,2,1 ], "to make a schedule of or place in a schedule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schedule",1,2,2 ], "to plan to occur at a certain time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheduled castes",1,1,1 ], "certain classes in Indian society offically granted special concessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheduled territories",1,1,1 ], "another name for sterling area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheelite",1,1,1 ], "a white, brownish, or greenish mineral, usually fluorescent, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheelite",1,1,1 ], "calcium tungstate in tetragonal crystalline form with some tungsten often replaced by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scheelite",1,1,1 ], "important source of tungsten and purified calcium tungstate| Formula: CaWO4" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "scheelite",1,1,1 ], "molybdenum: occurs principally in contact metamorphic rocks and quartz veins, and is an" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "schema",1,1,1 ], "a plan, diagram, or scheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schema",1,1,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Kant) a rule or principle that enables the understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schema",1,1,2 ], "to apply its categories and unify experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schema",1,1,3 ], "information from the external world during perception of cognition" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "schema",1,1,3 ], "set of concepts or internalized actions, which is constantly compared with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schema",1,1,3 ], "the internal representation of the external world, consisting of an organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schematic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the nature of a diagram, plan, or schema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schematic",1,2,1 ], "a schematic diagram, esp| of an electrical circuit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schematism",1,1,1 ], "the general form, arrangement, or classification of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schematize",1,1,1 ], "to form into or arrange in a scheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,1 ], "a systematic plan for a course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,2 ], "a systematic arrangement of correlated parts; system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,3 ], "a secret plot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,4 ], "a visionary or unrealizable project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,5 ], "a chart, diagram, or outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,6 ], "an astrological diagram giving the aspects of celestial bodies at a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,6 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,7 ], "a plan formally adopted by a commercial enterprise or governmental body, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,1,7 ], "for pensions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,2,1 ], "to devise a system for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheme",1,2,2 ], "to form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scheming" ,1, 2, 1],"intrigues",1). c_DEF([ "scherzando" ,1, 2, 1],"to be performed in a light-hearted manner",1). c_DEF([ "scherzando" ,1, 3, 2],"a movement, passage, etc|, directed to be performed in this way",1). c_DEF([ "scherzo",1,1,1 ], "a brisk lively movement, developed from the minuet, with a contrastive middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scherzo",1,1,1 ], "section (a trio)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scherzo",1,2,1 ], "Elsa | 1896-1973, Italian couturiere, noted esp| for the dramatic colours of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scherzo",1,2,1 ], "her designs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scherzo",1,2,2 ], "Giovanni Virginio (d#fo!vanni vir!d#fi$:njo)| 1835-1910" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schiller",1,1,1 ], "an unusual metallic lustre in some minerals caused by internal reflection from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schiller",1,1,1 ], "certain inclusions such as gas cavities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schilling",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Austria, divided into 100 groschen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schilling",1,1,2 ], "an old German coin of low denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schipperke",1,1,1 ], "a small breed of dog with a foxy head, pricked ears, and usually a black coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schism",1,1,1 ], "the division of a group into opposing factions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schism",1,1,2 ], "the factions so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schism",1,1,3 ], "Catholic Church, not necessarily involving differences in doctrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schism",1,1,3 ], "division within or separation from an established Church, esp| the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schismatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or promoting, schism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schismatic",1,2,1 ], "a person who causes schism or belongs to a schismatic faction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schist",1,1,1 ], "any metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers because its micaceous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schist",1,1,1 ], "minerals have become aligned in thin parallel bands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schistosome",1,1,1 ], "any of various blood flukes of the chiefly tropical genus Schistosoma, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schistosome",1,1,1 ], "cause disease in man and domestic animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schistosomiasis",1,1,1 ], "Schistosoma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schistosomiasis",1,1,1 ], "a disease caused by infestation of the body with blood flukes of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizo" ,1, 2, 1],"os| 2",1). c_DEF([ "schizo" ,1, 2, 2],"a schizophrenic person",1). c_DEF([ "schizo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a cleavage, split, or division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizocarp",1,1,1 ], "a dry fruit that splits into two or more one-seeded portions at maturity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizogenesis",1,1,1 ], "asexual reproduction by fission of the parent organism or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizogony",1,1,1 ], "asexual reproduction in protozoans that is characterized by multiple fission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of schizophrenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizoid",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a personality that is inwardly directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizoid",1,2,1 ], "a person who has a schizoid personality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizomycete",1,1,1 ], "any microscopic organism of the class Schizomycetes, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizomycete",1,1,1 ], "bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schizont",1,1,1 ], "a cell formed from a trophozoite during the asexual stage of the life cycle of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizont",1,1,1 ], "protozoans of the class Sporozoa, such as the malaria parasite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schizophrenia",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of psychotic disorders characterized by progressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizophrenia",1,1,1 ], "apathy, emotional instability, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "schizophrenia",1,1,1 ], "deterioration of the personality, withdrawal from reality, hallucinations, delusions, social" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schizophyceous",1,1,1 ], "algae that grow in salt and fresh water and often pollute drinking water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schizophyceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Schizophyceae, a group of blue-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizophyte",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants, such as certain fungi and bacteria, that reproduce only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizophyte",1,1,1 ], "by multiple fission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schizopod",1,1,1 ], "any of various shrimplike crustaceans of the former order Schizopoda, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schizopod",1,1,1 ], "separated into the orders Mysidacea (opossum shrimps) and Euphausiacea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schizothymia",1,1,1 ], "schizophrenia but does not involve the same depth of psychological disturbance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schizothymia",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being schizoid or introverted| It encompasses elements of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schlemiel",1,1,1 ], "a clumsy or unlucky person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schlep" ,1, 1, 1],"a stupid or clumsy person",1). c_DEF([ "schlep" ,1, 1, 2],"an arduous journey or procedure",1). c_DEF([ "schlieren",1,1,1 ], "recorded by flash photography (schlieren photography)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "schlieren",1,1,1 ], "the fluid's density leading to variations in refractive index| They can be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schlieren",1,1,1 ], "visible streaks produced in a transparent fluid as a result of variations in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schlieren",1,1,2 ], "or composition from the main mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schlieren",1,1,2 ], "streaks or platelike masses of mineral in a rock mass, that differ in texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schlock rock",1,1,1 ], "uninspired pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schlock",1,1,1 ], "goods or produce of cheap or inferior quality; trash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schlock",1,2,1 ], "cheap, inferior, or trashy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schmaltz",1,1,1 ], "animal fat used in cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schmaltz",1,1,2 ], "excessive sentimentality, esp| in music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schmo",1,1,1 ], "a dull, stupid, or boring person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schmooze",1,1,1 ], "to chat or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schmooze",1,2,1 ], "a trivial conversation; chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schmuck",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or contemptible person; oaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnapps",1,1,1 ], "a Dutch spirit distilled from potatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnapps",1,1,2 ], "(in Germany) any strong spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnauzer",1,1,1 ], "a greyish coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schnauzer",1,1,1 ], "a wire-haired breed of dog, originally from Germany, of the terrier type with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnecken",1,1,1 ], "a sweet spiral-shaped bread roll flavoured with cinnamon and nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnitzel",1,1,1 ], "a thin slice of meat, esp| veal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnook",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or gullible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnorkle",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of snorkel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnorrer",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives off the charity of others; professional beggar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schnozzle",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schola cantorum",1,1,1 ], "a choir or choir school maintained by a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholar",1,1,1 ], "a learned person, esp| in the humanities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholar",1,1,2 ], "a person, esp| a child, who studies; pupil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholar",1,1,3 ], "a student of merit at an educational establishment who receives financial aid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholar",1,1,3 ], "esp| from an endowment given for such a purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scholarship",1,1,1 ], "academic achievement; erudition; learning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholarship",1,1,1,1 ], "financial aid provided for a scholar because of academic merit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholarship",1,1,1,2 ], "the position of a student who gains this financial aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholarship",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholarship",1,1,2 ], "the qualities of a scholar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or befitting schools, scholars, or education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,1,2 ], "pedantic or precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of or relating to the medieval Schoolmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,2,1 ], "a student or pupil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,2,2 ], "a person who is given to quibbling or logical subtleties; pedant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,2,3 ], "a disciple or adherent of scholasticism; Schoolman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,2,3,1 ], "a Jesuit student who is undergoing a period of probation prior to commencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,2,3,1 ], "his theological studies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,2,3,2 ], "the status and position of such a student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholastic",1,2,4 ], "a formalist in art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholasticate",1,1,1 ], "scholastic, or an institution where scholastics pass this period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scholasticate",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a scholastic, the period during which a Jesuit student is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholasticism",1,1,1 ], "century) Aristotle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scholasticism",1,1,1 ], "the system of philosophy, theology, and teaching that dominated medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholasticism",1,1,1 ], "western Europe and was based on the writings of the Church Fathers and (from the 12th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scholasticism",1,1,2 ], "strict adherence to traditional doctrines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholiast",1,1,1 ], "a medieval annotator, esp| of classical texts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scholium",1,1,1 ], "a commentary or annotation, esp| on a classical text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school board",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in Britain) an elected board of ratepayers who provided local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school board",1,1,1 ], "elementary schools between 1870 and 1902" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "school board",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a local board of education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school ship",1,1,1 ], "a ship for training young men in seamanship, for a career in the regular or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school ship",1,1,1 ], "merchant navy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "school welfare officer",1,1,1 ], "a social worker concerned with school attendance and the issue of free school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school welfare officer",1,1,1 ], "dinners, clothes, and transport for children in need" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "school year",1,1,1 ], "a twelve-month period, usually of three terms, during which pupils remain in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school year",1,1,1 ], "the same class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "school year",1,1,2 ], "the time during this period when the school is open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,1,1 ], "an institution or building at which children and young people usually under 19" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,1,1 ], "receive education" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,1,3 ], "schoolroom; schoolwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,10 ], "a style of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,11 ], "a group assembled for a common purpose, esp| gambling or drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,2 ], "any educational institution or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,3 ], "a faculty, institution, or department specializing in a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,4 ], "the staff and pupils of a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,5 ], "the period of instruction in a school or one session of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,6 ], "meetings held occasionally for members of a profession, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,7 ], "a place or sphere of activity that instructs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,8 ], "a body of people or pupils adhering to a certain set of principles, doctrines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,8 ], "or methods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,9 ], "a group of artists, writers, etc|, linked by the same style, teachers, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,1,9 ], "aims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,2,1 ], "to train or educate in or as in a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,2,2 ], "to discipline or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",1,2,3 ], "an archaic word for reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",2,1,1 ], "a group of porpoises or similar aquatic animals that swim together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "school",2,2,1 ], "to form such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolboy" ,1, 1, 1],"a child attending school",1). c_DEF([ "schoolhouse",1,1,1 ], "a building used as a school, esp| a rural school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolhouse",1,1,2 ], "a house attached to a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolie",1,1,1 ], "a schoolteacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schooling",1,1,1 ], "education, esp| when received at school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schooling",1,1,2 ], "the process of teaching or being taught in a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schooling",1,1,3 ], "the training of an animal, esp| of a horse for dressage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schooling",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolman",1,1,1 ], "a scholar versed in the learning of the Schoolmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolman",1,1,2 ], "a professional educator or teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmarm",1,1,1 ], "a woman schoolteacher, esp| when considered to be prim, prudish, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmarm",1,1,1 ], "old-fashioned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmarm",1,1,2 ], "any woman considered to be prim, prudish, or old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmaster",1,1,1 ], "a man who teaches in or runs a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmaster",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that acts as an instructor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmaster",1,1,3 ], "Atlantic: family Lutjanidae (snappers)|vb" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmaster",1,1,3 ], "a food fish, Lutjanus apodus, of the warm waters of the Caribbean and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmaster",1,2,1 ], "to be a schoolmaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmate",1,1,1 ], "a companion at school; fellow pupil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolmistress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who teaches in or runs a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schoolteacher",1,1,1 ], "a person who teaches in a school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schooner",1,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel with at least two masts, with all lower sails rigged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schooner",1,1,1 ], "fore-and-aft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schooner",1,1,2 ], "a large glass for sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schooner",1,1,3 ], "a large glass for beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schorl",1,1,1 ], "a black tourmaline consisting of a borosilicate of sodium, iron, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schorl",1,1,1 ], "aluminium| Formula: NaFe3B3Al3(Al\3Si\6O\2\7)(OH)4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schottische",1,1,1 ], "a 19th-century German dance resembling a slow polka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schottische",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the manner of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schul",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of shul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schuss",1,1,1 ], "a straight high-speed downhill run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schuss",1,2,1 ], "to perform a schuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schwa",1,1,1 ], "The sound occurs in unstressed syllables in English, as in around, mother, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "schwa",1,1,1 ], "a central vowel represented in the International Phonetic Alphabet by (@@)|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "schwa",1,1,1 ], "sofa" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "schwa",1,1,2 ], "the symbol (@@) used to represent this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sch|",1,1,1 ], "school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sci-fi",1,1,1 ], "short for science fiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciaenid",1,1,1 ], "and subtropical marine percoid fishes that includes the drums, grunts, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sciaenid",1,1,1 ], "croakers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sciaenid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sciaenidae, a family of mainly tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciaenid",1,2,1 ], "any sciaenid fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciamachy" ,1, 1, 1],"sciomachy, or skiamachy (ska$Im@$I) n|, pl| chies|Rare",1). c_DEF([ "sciamachy" ,1, 1, 2],"a fight with an imaginary enemy",1). c_DEF([ "sciatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the hip or the hipbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciatic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or afflicted with sciatica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciatica",1,1,1 ], "a form of neuralgia characterized by intense pain and tenderness along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciatica",1,1,1 ], "course of the body's longest nerve (sciatic nerve), extending from the back of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sciatica",1,1,1 ], "thigh down to the calf of the leg" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "science fiction",1,1,1,1 ], "a literary genre that makes imaginative use of scientific knowledge or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "science fiction",1,1,1,1 ], "conjecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "science fiction",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,1 ], "the systematic study of the nature and behaviour of the material and physical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,1 ], "to describe these facts in general terms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,1 ], "universe, based on observation, experiment, and measurement, and the formulation of laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,2 ], "the knowledge so obtained or the practice of obtaining it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,3 ], "any particular branch of this knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,4 ], "any body of knowledge organized in a systematic manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,5 ], "skill or technique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "science",1,1,6 ], "knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scienter",1,1,1 ], "knowingly; wilfully| from Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciential",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciential",1,1,2 ], "skilful or knowledgeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientific method",1,1,1 ], "a method of investigation in which a problem is first identified and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientific method",1,1,1 ], "hypotheses that purport to solve it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scientific method",1,1,1 ], "observations, experiments, or other relevant data are then used to construct or test" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scientific socialism",1,1,1 ], "Marxist socialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientific",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, derived from, or used in science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientific",1,1,2 ], "occupied in science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientific",1,1,3 ], "conforming with the principles or methods used in science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientism",1,1,1 ], "the application of, or belief in, the scientific method" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientism",1,1,2 ], "inappropriate fields of study or investigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scientism",1,1,2 ], "the uncritical application of scientific or quasi-scientific methods to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientist",1,1,1 ], "a person who studies or practises any of the sciences or who uses scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scientist",1,1,1 ], "methods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scilicet",1,1,1 ], "missing word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scilicet",1,1,1 ], "namely; that is: used esp| in explaining a text that is obscure or supplying a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scilla",1,1,1 ], "any liliaceous plant of the genus Scilla, of Old World temperate regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scilla",1,1,1 ], "having small bell-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scimitar",1,1,1 ], "an oriental sword with a curved blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scincoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a skink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scincoid",1,2,1 ], "any animal, esp| a lizard, resembling a skink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintigraphy",1,1,1 ], "a diagnostic technique using a radioactive tracer and scintillation counter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintigraphy",1,1,1 ], "for producing pictures (scintigrams) of internal parts of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scintilla",1,1,1 ], "a minute amount; hint, trace, or particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillate",1,1,1 ], "to give off (sparks); sparkle; twinkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillate",1,1,2 ], "to be animated or brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillate",1,1,3 ], "photons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scintillate",1,1,3 ], "to give off flashes of light as a result of the impact of particles or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation counter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting and measuring the intensity of high-energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation counter",1,1,1 ], "current that are counted by electronic equipment" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation counter",1,1,1 ], "light that are detected by a photomultiplier and converted into pulses of electric" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation counter",1,1,1 ], "radiation| It consists of a phosphor with which particles collide producing flashes of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation",1,1,1 ], "the act of scintillating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation",1,1,2 ], "a spark or flash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation",1,1,3 ], "atmosphere producing uneven refraction of starlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation",1,1,3 ], "the twinkling of stars, caused by rapid changes in the density of the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillation",1,1,4 ], "a flash of light produced when a material scintillates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillator",1,1,1 ], "a phosphor that produces scintillations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillometer",1,1,1 ], "a device for observing ionizing radiation by the scintillations it produces in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scintillometer",1,1,1 ], "a suitable material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sciolism",1,1,1 ], "knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sciolism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of opinionating on subjects of which one has only superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciomachy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sciamachy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciomancy",1,1,1 ], "divination with the help of ghosts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scion",1,1,1 ], "a descendant, heir, or young member of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scion",1,1,2 ], "a shoot or twig of a plant used to form a graft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scire facias",1,1,1 ], "a judicial writ founded upon some record, such as a judgment, letters patent," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scire facias",1,1,1 ], "etc|, requiring the person against whom it is brought to show cause why the record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scire facias",1,1,1 ], "should not be enforced or annulled" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scire facias",1,1,2 ], "a proceeding begun by the issue of such a writ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scirrhous",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a scirrhus; hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scirrhus",1,1,1 ], "a firm cancerous growth composed of fibrous tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissel",1,1,1 ], "of it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scissel",1,1,1 ], "the waste metal left over from sheet metal after discs have been punched out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissile",1,1,1 ], "capable of being cut or divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scission",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of cutting, splitting, or dividing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissor",1,1,1 ], "to cut (an object) with scissors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissors kick",1,1,1 ], "a type of swimming kick used esp| in the sidestroke, in which one leg is moved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissors kick",1,1,1 ], "forward and the other bent back and they are then brought together again in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scissors kick",1,1,1 ], "scissor-like action" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scissors kick",1,1,2 ], "a kick in which the player leaps into the air raising one leg and brings up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissors kick",1,1,2 ], "his other leg to kick the ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,1 ], "a cutting instrument used for cloth, hair, etc|, having two crossed pivoted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,1 ], "blades that cut by a shearing action, with ring-shaped handles at one end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,2 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler wraps his legs round his opponent's body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,2 ], "or head, locks his feet together, and squeezes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,3 ], "any gymnastic or athletic feat in which the legs cross and uncross in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,3 ], "scissor-like movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,4 ], "a technique in high-jumping, now little used, in which the legs perform a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scissors",1,1,4 ], "scissor-like movement in clearing the bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scissure",1,1,1 ], "a longitudinal cleft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciurine",1,1,1 ], "most parts of the world except Australia and southern South America: includes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sciurine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sciuridae, a family of rodents inhabiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciurine",1,1,1 ], "squirrels, marmots, and chipmunks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sciurine",1,2,1 ], "any sciurine animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciuroid",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) resembling a squirrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sciuroid",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the spikes of barley) shaped like a squirrel's tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sci|",1,1,1 ], "science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sci|",1,1,2 ], "scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclaff",1,1,1 ], "to cause (the club) to hit (the ground) when making a stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclaff",1,2,1 ], "a sclaffing stroke or shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclera",1,1,1 ], "the firm white fibrous membrane that forms the outer covering of the eyeball|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerenchyma",1,1,1 ], "a supporting tissue in plants consisting of dead cells with very thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerenchyma",1,1,1 ], "lignified walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sclerite",1,1,1 ], "any of the hard chitinous plates that make up the exoskeleton of an arthropod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerite",1,1,2 ], "any calcareous or chitinous part, such as a spicule or plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scleritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the sclera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclero-",1,1,1 ], "indicating hardness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclero-",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the sclera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scleroderma" ,1, 1, 2],"a chronic progressive disease most common among women, characterized by a",1). c_DEF([ "scleroderma" ,1, 1, 2],"local or diffuse thickening and hardening of the skin",2). c_DEF([ "sclerodermatous",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) possessing a hard external covering of scales or plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerodermatous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to scleroderma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scleroid",1,1,1 ], "(of organisms and their parts) hard or hardened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scleroma",1,1,1 ], "any small area of abnormally hard tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that determines the hardness of a mineral or metal by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerometer",1,1,1 ], "diamond point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sclerophyll",1,1,1 ], "a woody plant with small leathery evergreen leaves that is the dominant plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerophyll",1,1,1 ], "form in certain hot dry areas, esp| the Mediterranean region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scleroprotein",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of insoluble stable proteins such as keratin, elastin, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scleroprotein",1,1,1 ], "collagen that occur in skeletal and connective tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sclerosed",1,1,1 ], "hardened; sclerotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerosis",1,1,1 ], "a hardening or thickening of organs, tissues, or vessels from chronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerosis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation, abnormal growth of fibrous tissue, or degeneration of the myelin sheath of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sclerosis",1,1,1 ], "nerve fibres, or (esp| on the inner walls of arteries) deposition of fatty plaques" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sclerosis",1,1,2 ], "the hardening of a plant cell wall or tissue by the deposition of lignin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerotic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sclera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerotic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or having sclerosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerotic",1,1,3 ], "characterized by the hardening and strengthening of cell walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerotic",1,2,1 ], "another name for sclera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerotium",1,1,1 ], "a compact mass of hyphae, that is formed by certain fungi and gives rise to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerotium",1,1,1 ], "new fungal growth or spore-producing structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sclerotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the sclera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sclerous",1,1,1 ], "hard; bony; indurated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoff",1,1,1 ], "to speak contemptuously (about); express derision (for); mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoff",1,2,1 ], "to regard with derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoff",1,3,1 ], "an expression of derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoff",1,3,2 ], "an object of derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoff",2,1,1 ], "to eat (food) fast and greedily; devour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoff",2,2,1 ], "food or rations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scofflaw",1,1,1 ], "a person who habitually flouts or violates the law, esp| one who fails to pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scofflaw",1,1,1 ], "debts or answer summonses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scold",1,1,1 ], "to find fault with or reprimand (a person) harshly; chide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scold",1,2,1 ], "to use harsh or abusive language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scold",1,3,1 ], "a person, esp| a woman, who constantly finds fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scolecite",1,1,1 ], "a white zeolite mineral consisting of hydrated calcium aluminium silicate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scolecite",1,1,1 ], "groups of radiating monoclinic crystals| Formula: CaAl2Si3O10|3H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scolex",1,1,1 ], "is attached to the tissues of its host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scolex",1,1,1 ], "the headlike part of a tapeworm, bearing hooks and suckers by which the animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoliosis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine, of congenital origin or caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoliosis",1,1,1 ], "trauma or disease of the vertebrae or hipbones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scollop",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of scallop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scolopendrid",1,1,1 ], "any centipede of the family Scolopendridae, including some large and poisonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scolopendrid",1,1,1 ], "species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scombroid",1,1,1 ], "mackerels, tunnies, bonitos, swordfish, and sailfish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scombroid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Scombroidea, a suborder of marine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scombroid",1,1,1 ], "spiny-finned fishes having a spindle-shaped body and a forked powerful tail: includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scombroid",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the suborder Scombroidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",1,1,1 ], "a bracket fixed to a wall for holding candles or lights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",1,1,2 ], "a flat candlestick with a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",2,1,1 ], "a small protective fortification, such as an earthwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",3,1,1 ], "drink a large quantity of beer without stopping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",3,1,1 ], "to challenge (a fellow student) on the grounds of a social misdemeanour to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",3,1,2 ], "to fine (a student) for some minor misdemeanour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",3,2,1 ], "the act of sconcing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",3,2,2 ], "a mug or tankard used in sconcing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",4,1,1 ], "the head or skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sconce",4,1,2 ], "sense, brain, or wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scone",1,1,1 ], "a light plain doughy cake made from flour with very little fat, cooked in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scone",1,1,1 ], "oven or (esp| originally) on a griddle, usually split open and buttered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scoop neck",1,1,1 ], "a rounded low-cut neckline on a woman's garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,1 ], "a utensil used as a shovel or ladle, esp| a small shovel with deep sides and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,1 ], "short handle, used for taking up flour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,10 ], "any sensational piece of news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,2 ], "a utensil with a long handle and round bowl used for dispensing liquids, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,3 ], "anything that resembles a scoop in action, such as the bucket on a dredge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,4 ], "a spoonlike surgical instrument for scraping or extracting foreign matter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,4 ], "etc|, from the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,5 ], "the quantity taken up by a scoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,6 ], "the act of scooping, dredging, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,7 ], "a hollow cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,8 ], "a large quick gain, as of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,9 ], "a news story reported in one newspaper, etc|, before all the others; an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,1,9 ], "exclusive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to take up and remove (an object or substance) with or as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,2,1 ], "if with a scoop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by out) to hollow out with or as if with a scoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,2,3 ], "to make (a large sudden profit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,2,4 ], "to beat (rival newspapers, etc|) in uncovering a news item" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoop",1,2,5 ], "to hit (the ball) on its underside so that it rises into the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoot",1,1,1 ], "to go or cause to go quickly or hastily; dart or cause to dart off or away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoot",1,2,1 ], "the act of scooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scooter",1,1,1 ], "a child's vehicle consisting of a low footboard mounted between two small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scooter",1,1,1 ], "wheels with a handlebar| It is propelled by pushing one foot against the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scooter",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and Canada) another term for iceyacht|scooterist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scop",1,1,1 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon England) a bard or minstrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scope",1,1,1 ], "opportunity for exercising the faculties or abilities; capacity for action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scope",1,1,2 ], "range of view, perception, or grasp; outlook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scope",1,1,3 ], "the area covered by an activity, topic, etc|; range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scope",1,1,4 ], "slack left in an anchor cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scope",1,1,5 ], "the part of a formula that follows a quantifier or an operator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scope",1,1,6 ], "short for telescope, microscope, oscilloscope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scope",1,1,7 ], "purpose or aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scopolamine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless viscous liquid alkaloid extracted from certain plants, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scopolamine",1,1,1 ], "henbane: used in preventing travel sickness and as an anticholinergic, sedative, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scopolamine",1,1,1 ], "truth serum| Formula: C17H21NO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scopoline",1,1,1 ], "a soluble crystalline alkaloid obtained from the decomposition of scopolamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scopoline",1,1,1 ], "and used as a sedative| Formula: C8H13NO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scopula",1,1,1 ], "a small tuft of dense hairs on the legs and chelicerae of some spiders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorbutic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having scurvy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,1,1 ], "or feel pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,1,1 ], "to burn or become burnt, so as to affect the colour, taste, etc|, or to cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,1,2 ], "to wither or parch or cause to wither from exposure to heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,2,1 ], "to be very hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,3,1 ], "to criticize harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,4,1 ], "to drive or ride very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,5,1 ], "a slight burn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,5,2 ], "a mark caused by the application of too great heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorch",1,5,3 ], "a mark or series of marks on fruit, etc|, caused by pests or insecticides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorched earth policy",1,1,1 ], "the policy in warfare of removing or destroying everything that might be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorched earth policy",1,1,1 ], "useful to an invading enemy, esp| by fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorcher",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that scorches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorcher",1,1,2 ], "something severe or caustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorcher",1,1,3 ], "a very hot day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorcher",1,1,4 ], "something remarkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score off",1,1,1 ], "to gain an advantage at someone else's expense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,1 ], "an evaluative usually numerical record of a competitive game or match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,10 ], "an amount recorded as due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,11 ], "a reason or account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,12 ], "a grievance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,12,1 ], "a line marking a division or boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,12,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,13 ], "the victim of a theft or swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,14 ], "notation indicating a dancer's moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,15 ], "settle or pay off a score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,15,1 ], "to avenge a wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,15,2 ], "to repay a debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,2 ], "the total number of points made by a side or individual in a game or match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,3 ], "the act of scoring, esp| a point or points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,4 ], "the score| Informal| the actual situation; the true facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,5 ], "the result of a test or exam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,6 ], "a group or set of twenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,7 ], "a great number; lots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,7,1 ], "(vocal score)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,7,1 ], "or in a condensed version, usually for piano (short score) or voices and piano" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,7,1 ], "the written or printed form of a composition in which the instrumental or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,7,1 ], "vocal parts appear on separate staves vertically arranged on large pages (full score)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,7,2 ], "the incidental music for a film or play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,7,3 ], "the songs, music, etc|, for a stage or film musical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,8 ], "a mark or notch, esp| one made in keeping a tally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,1,9 ], "an account of amounts due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,10,1 ], "to criticize harshly; berate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,10,2 ], "to accumulate or keep a record of (a debt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,2,1 ], "to gain (a point or points) in a game or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,3,1 ], "to make a total score of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,3,2 ], "to keep a record of the score (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,4,1 ], "to be worth (a certain amount) in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,5,1 ], "to evaluate (a test, etc|) numerically; mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,6,1 ], "to record by making notches in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,6,2 ], "to make (cuts, lines, etc|) in or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,7,1 ], "to obtain something desired, esp| to purchase an illegal drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,8,1 ], "(of men) to be successful in seducing a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,9,1,1 ], "to set or arrange (a piece of music) for specific instruments or voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,9,1,2 ], "to write the music for (a film, play, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "score",1,9,2 ], "to achieve (success or an advantage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoreboard",1,1,1 ], "a board for displaying the score of a game or match|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorecard",1,1,1 ], "a card on which scores are recorded in various games, esp| golf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorecard",1,1,2 ], "a card identifying the players in a sports match, esp| cricket or baseball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoria",1,1,1 ], "a rough heavy mass of solidified lava containing many cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoria",1,1,2 ], "refuse obtained from smelted ore; slag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorify",1,1,1 ], "to remove (impurities) from metals by forming scoria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorn",1,1,1 ], "open contempt or disdain for a person or thing; derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorn",1,1,2 ], "an object of contempt or derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorn",1,1,3 ], "an act or expression signifying contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorn",1,2,1 ], "to treat with contempt or derision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorn",1,3,1 ], "to reject with contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenid",1,1,1 ], "and redfishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenid",1,1,1 ], "any spiny-finned marine fish of the family Scorpaenidae, having sharp spines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenid",1,1,1 ], "on the fins and a heavy armoured head: includes the scorpion fishes, rockfishes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Scorpaenidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenoid",1,1,1 ], "fishes having bony plates covering the head: includes the sculpins, scorpion fishes," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenoid",1,1,1 ], "gurnards, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenoid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Scorpaenoidea, a suborder of spiny-finned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpaenoid",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the suborder Scorpaenoidea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorper",1,1,1 ], "a kind of fine chisel with a square or curved tip used in wood engraving for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorper",1,1,1 ], "clearing away large areas of the block or clearing away lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpioid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling scorpions or the order (Scorpionida) to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpioid",1,1,1 ], "they belong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpioid",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a cymose inflorescence) having the main stem coiled during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpioid",1,1,2 ], "development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion fish",1,1,1 ], "any of various scorpaenid fishes of the genus Scorpaena and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion fish",1,1,1 ], "temperate and tropical seas, having venomous spines on the dorsal and anal fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion fly",1,1,1 ], "Mecoptera" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various insects of the family Panorpidae, of the N hemisphere, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion fly",1,1,1 ], "scorpion-like but nonvenomous tail in the males, long antennae, and a beaklike snout: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion grass",1,1,1 ], "another name for forget-me-not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,1 ], "any arachnid of the order Scorpionida, of warm dry regions, having a segmented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,1 ], "body with a long tail terminating in a venomous sting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,2 ], "(or Chelonethida), which superficially resemble scorpions but lack the long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,2 ], "false scorpion| any small nonvenomous arachnid of the order Pseudoscorpionida" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,3 ], "any of various other similar arachnids, such as the whip scorpion, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,3 ], "arthropods, such as the water scorpion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,4 ], "a barbed scourge (I Kings 12:11)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scorpion",1,1,5 ], "a war engine for hurling stones; ballista" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scot and lot",1,1,1 ], "1832)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scot and lot",1,1,1 ], "a municipal tax paid by burgesses and others that came to be regarded as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scot and lot",1,1,1 ], "qualification for the borough franchise in parliamentary elections (until the Reform Act of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scot-free",1,2,1 ], "without harm, loss, or penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotch",1,1,1 ], "to put an end to; crush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotch",1,1,2 ], "to injure so as to render harmless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotch",1,1,3 ], "to cut or score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotch",1,2,1 ], "a gash; scratch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotch",1,2,2 ], "a line marked down, as for hopscotch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotch",2,1,1 ], "to block, prop, or prevent from moving with or as if with a wedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotch",2,2,1 ], "a block or wedge to prevent motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoter",1,1,1 ], "The male plumage is black with white patches around the head and eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scoter",1,1,1 ], "any sea duck of the genus Melanitta, such as M| nigra , of northern regions|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotia",1,1,1 ], "a deep concave moulding, esp| one used on the base of an Ionic column between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotia",1,1,1 ], "the two torus mouldings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scotoma",1,1,1 ], "a blind spot; a permanent or temporary area of depressed or absent vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotoma",1,1,1 ], "caused by lesions of the optic nerve, viewing the sun directly (eclipse scotoma)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scotoma",1,1,1 ], "squinting, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scotoma",1,1,2 ], "a mental blind spot; inability to understand or perceive certain matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scotopia",1,1,1 ], "the ability of the eye to adjust for night vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoundrel",1,1,1 ], "a worthless or villainous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,1,1 ], "cloth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,1,1 ], "to clean or polish (a surface) by washing and rubbing, as with an abrasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,1,2 ], "to remove dirt from or have the dirt removed from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,2,1 ], "to clear (a channel) by the force of water; flush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,3,1 ], "to remove by or as if by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,4,1 ], "(of livestock, esp| cattle) to have diarrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,5,1 ], "to cause (livestock) to purge their bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,6,1 ], "the act of scouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,6,2 ], "the place scoured, esp| by running water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,6,3 ], "something that scours, such as a cleansing agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",1,6,4 ], "prolonged diarrhoea in livestock, esp| cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",2,1,1 ], "to range over (territory), as in making a search" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scour",2,1,2 ], "to move swiftly or energetically over (territory)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scourge",1,1,1 ], "a whip used for inflicting punishment or torture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scourge",1,1,2 ], "a means of inflicting punishment or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scourge",1,1,3 ], "a person who harasses, punishes, or causes destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scourge",1,2,1 ], "to whip; flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scourge",1,2,2 ], "to punish severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scouring rush",1,1,1 ], "any of several horsetails, esp| Equisetum hyemale, that have rough-ridged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scouring rush",1,1,1 ], "stems and were formerly used for scouring and polishing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scourings",1,1,1 ], "the residue left after cleaning grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scourings",1,1,2 ], "residue that remains after scouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scouse",1,1,1 ], "a stew made from left-over meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout car",1,1,1 ], "a fast lightly armoured vehicle used for reconnaissance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,1,1 ], "a person, ship, or aircraft sent out to gain information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,1,2 ], "a person or unit despatched to reconnoitre the position of the enemy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,1,3 ], "a person employed by a club to seek new players, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,1,4 ], "the act or an instance of scouting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,1,5 ], "(esp| at Oxford University) a college servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,1,6 ], "(in Britain) a patrolman of a motoring organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,1,7 ], "a fellow or companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,2,1 ], "to examine or observe (anything) in order to obtain information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,3,1 ], "to seek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,4,1 ], "to act as a scout for a sports club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",1,4,2 ], "to go in search (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scout",2,1,1 ], "to reject (a person or thing) with contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scoutmaster",1,1,1 ], "the leader of a troop of Scouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scow",1,1,1 ], "an unpowered barge used for freight, etc|; lighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scow",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in the midwestern U|S|) a sailing yacht with a flat bottom, designed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scow",1,1,2 ], "plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scowl",1,1,1 ], "to contract the brows in a threatening or angry manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scowl",1,2,1 ], "a gloomy or threatening expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrabble",1,1,1 ], "to scrape (at) or grope (for), as with hands or claws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrabble",1,1,2 ], "to struggle (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrabble",1,2,1 ], "to struggle to gain possession, esp| in a disorderly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrabble",1,2,2 ], "to scribble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrabble",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of scrabbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrabble",1,3,2 ], "scribble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrabble",1,3,3 ], "a disorderly struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrag" ,1, 1, 1],"a thin or scrawny person or animal",1). c_DEF([ "scrag" ,1, 1, 2],"the lean end of a neck of veal or mutton",1). c_DEF([ "scrag" ,1, 1, 3],"the neck of a human being",1). c_DEF([ "scrag" ,1, 2, 2],"to wring the neck of; throttle",1). c_DEF([ "scraggly",1,1,1 ], "glier, gliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scraggly",1,1,2 ], "untidy or irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scraggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scraggy",1,1,2 ], "lean or scrawny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scraggy",1,1,3 ], "rough; unkempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scram",1,1,1 ], "(intr|; often imperative) Informal| to go away hastily; get out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramb",1,1,1 ], "to scratch with nails or claws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,1,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,1,1 ], "to climb, crawl, or proceed hurriedly, esp| by using the hands to aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,2,1 ], "to compete with others, esp| in a disordered manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,3,1 ], "to deal with hurriedly and unsystematically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,4,1 ], "to throw together in a haphazard manner; jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,5,1 ], "to collect in a hurried or disorganized manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,6,1 ], "containing a little melted butter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,6,1 ], "to cook (eggs that have been whisked up with milk and seasoning) in a pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,6,2 ], "aircraft) to take off immediately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,6,2 ], "to order (a crew or aircraft) to take off immediately or (of a crew or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,7,1 ], "electronic scrambler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,7,1 ], "to render (speech) unintelligible during transmission by means of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,8,1 ], "the act of scrambling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,8,2 ], "a climb or trek over difficult ground, esp| with the help of the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,8,3 ], "a disorderly struggle, esp| to gain possession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,8,4 ], "an immediate preparation for action, as of crew, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scramble",1,8,5 ], "a motorcycle rally in which competitors race across rough open ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrambled eggs",1,1,1 ], "gold embroidery on the peak of a high-ranking military officer's cap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrambler",1,1,1 ], "a plant that produces long weak shoots by which it grows over other plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrambler",1,1,2 ], "an electronic device that renders speech unintelligible during transmission," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrambler",1,1,2 ], "normal speech being restored at the receiving system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scran",1,1,1 ], "Slang| food; provisions| 2| bad scran to| Irish dialect| bad luck to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrannel",1,1,1 ], "thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrannel",1,1,2 ], "harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,1, 1, 1],"a small piece of something larger; fragment",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"waste material or used articles, esp| metal, often collected and reprocessed",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,1, 1, 2],"an extract from something written",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,1, 1, 3],"pieces of discarded food",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,1, 3, 1],"to make into scrap",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,1, 3, 2],"to discard as useless",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,2, 1, 1],"a fight or argument",1). c_DEF([ "scrap" ,2, 2, 1],"to quarrel or fight",1). c_DEF([ "scrapbook",1,1,1 ], "a book or album of blank pages in which to mount newspaper cuttings, pictures," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrapbook",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrape in",1,1,1 ], "to succeed in entering with difficulty or by a narrow margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape through",1,1,1 ], "to manage or survive with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape through",1,1,2 ], "to succeed in with difficulty or by a narrow margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape togetheror up",1,1,1 ], "to collect with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,1,1 ], "to move (a rough or sharp object) across (a surface), esp| to smooth or clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,2,1 ], "to remove (a layer) by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,2,2 ], "surface, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,2,2 ], "to produce a harsh or grating sound by rubbing against (an instrument," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,3,1 ], "to injure or damage by rough contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,4,1 ], "to be very economical (esp| in the phrase scrimp and scrape)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,5,1 ], "to draw the foot backwards in making a bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,6,1 ], "to finish (a surface) by use of a scraper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,7,1 ], "to make (a bearing, etc|) fit by scraping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,7,2 ], "bow and scrape| to behave with excessive humility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,7,3 ], "scrape acquaintance with| to contrive an acquaintance with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,8,1 ], "the act of scraping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,8,2 ], "a scraped place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,8,3 ], "a harsh or grating sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,8,4 ], "an awkward or embarrassing predicament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrape",1,8,5 ], "a conflict or struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scraperboard",1,1,1 ], "Indian ink, which can be scraped away with a special tool to leave a white line| 2| a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scraperboard",1,1,1 ], "picture or design produced in this way" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scraperboard",1,1,1 ], "thin card covered with a layer of white china clay and a black top layer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrapheap",1,1,1 ], "a pile of discarded material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrappy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrappy",1,1,2 ], "fragmentary; disjointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrappy",2,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrappy",2,1,2 ], "pugnacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch pad",1,1,1 ], "a notebook, esp| one with detachable leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch sheet",1,1,1 ], "another term for a dope sheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch test",1,1,1 ], "a skin test to determine allergic sensitivity to various substances by placing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch test",1,1,1 ], "reaction is typically indicated by the formation of a weal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scratch test",1,1,1 ], "the allergen to be tested over an area of lightly scratched skin| A positive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scratch togetheror up",1,1,1 ], "to assemble with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,1,1 ], "to mark or cut (the surface of something) with a rough or sharp instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by at, out, off, etc|) to scrape (the surface of something), as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,1,2 ], "with claws, nails, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,1,3 ], "to scrape (the surface of the skin) with the nails, as to relieve itching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,1,4 ], "to chafe or irritate (a surface, esp| the skin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,1,5 ], "to make or cause to make a grating sound; scrape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,2,1 ], "to erase by or as if by scraping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,3,1 ], "to write or draw awkwardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,4,1 ], "to earn a living, manage, etc|, with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,4,2 ], "to withdraw (an entry) from a race, match, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,5,1,1 ], "to make a shot resulting in a penalty|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,5,1,2 ], "to make a lucky shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,6,1 ], "to cancel (the name of a candidate) from a party ticket in an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,7,1 ], "to be struggling or in difficulty, esp| in earning a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,7,2 ], "you scratch my back and I will scratch yours| if you will help me, I will help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,7,2 ], "you" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,1 ], "the act of scratching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,10 ], "up to scratch|Informal| up to standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,2 ], "a slight injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,3 ], "a mark made by scratching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,4 ], "a slight grating sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,5 ], "(in a handicap sport)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,5,1 ], "a competitor or the status of a competitor who has no allowance or receives a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,5,1 ], "penalty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,6 ], "the time, initial score, etc|, of such a competitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,6,1 ], "the line from which competitors start in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,6,2 ], "(formerly) a line drawn on the floor of a prize ring at which the contestants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,6,2 ], "stood to begin or continue fighting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,7 ], "a withdrawn competitor in a race, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,7,1 ], "a shot that results in a penalty, as when the cue ball enters the pocket|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,7,2 ], "a lucky shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,8 ], "poultry food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,8,9 ], "from scratch| Informal| from the very beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,9,1 ], "(of a team) assembled hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,9,2 ], "(in a handicap sport) with no allowance or penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratch",1,9,3 ], "rough or haphazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratches",1,1,1 ], "a disease of horses characterized by eczematous weeping lesions in the region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scratches",1,1,1 ], "of the fetlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrawl",1,1,1 ], "to write or draw (signs, words, etc|) carelessly or hastily; scribble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrawl",1,2,1 ], "careless or scribbled writing, drawing, or marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrawny",1,1,1 ], "scrawnier, scrawniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrawny",1,1,2 ], "very thin and bony; scraggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrawny",1,1,3 ], "meagre or stunted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screak",1,1,1 ], "to screech or creak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screak",1,2,1 ], "a screech or creak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,1,1 ], "fear, pain, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,1,1 ], "to utter or emit (a sharp piercing cry or similar sound or sounds), esp| as of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,2,1 ], "to laugh wildly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,3,1 ], "to speak, shout, or behave in a wild or impassioned manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,4,1 ], "to bring (oneself) into a specified state by screaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,5,1 ], "to be extremely conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,6,1 ], "a sharp piercing cry or sound, esp| one denoting fear or pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scream",1,6,2 ], "a person or thing that causes great amusement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that screams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,2 ], "any goose-like aquatic bird, such as Chauna torquata , of the family Anhimidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,2 ], "of tropical and subtropical South America: order Anseriformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,3 ], "(ducks, geese, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,4 ], "(in printing) an exclamation mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,5 ], "someone or something that raises screams of laughter or astonishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,6 ], "a sensational headline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screamer",1,1,6,1 ], "a person or thing that is excellent of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scree",1,1,1 ], "an accumulation of weathered rock fragments at the foot of a cliff or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scree",1,1,1 ], "hillside, often forming a sloping heap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screech owl",1,1,1 ], "a small North American owl, Otus asio, having ear tufts and a reddish-brown or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screech owl",1,1,1 ], "grey plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screech owl",1,1,2 ], "any owl that utters a screeching cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screech",1,1,1 ], "a shrill, harsh, or high-pitched sound or cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screech",1,2,1 ], "to utter with or produce a screech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screech",2,1,1 ], "a dark rum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screech",2,1,2 ], "any strong cheap drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screed",1,1,1 ], "a long or prolonged speech or piece of writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screed",1,1,2 ], "a strip of wood, plaster, or metal placed on a surface to act as a guide to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screed",1,1,2 ], "the thickness of the cement or plaster coat to be applied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screed",1,1,3 ], "a mixture of cement, sand, and water applied to a concrete slab, etc|, to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screed",1,1,3 ], "a smooth surface finish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screed",1,1,4 ], "a rent or tear or the sound produced by this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen grid",1,1,1 ], "an electrode placed between the control grid and anode of a valve and having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen grid",1,1,1 ], "fixed positive potential relative to the grid| It acts as an electrostatic shield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen grid",1,1,1 ], "preventing capacitive coupling between grid and anode, thus increasing the stability of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "screen grid",1,1,1 ], "the device| Sometimes shortened to screen" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "screen memory",1,1,1 ], "a memory that is tolerable but allied to a distressing event and which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen memory",1,1,1 ], "unconsciously used to hide the distressing memory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen process",1,1,1 ], "a method of printing using a fine mesh of silk, nylon, etc|, treated with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen process",1,1,1 ], "impermeable coating except in the areas through which ink is subsequently forced onto the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen process",1,1,1 ], "paper behind" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "screen test",1,1,1 ], "a filmed audition of a prospective actor or actress to test suitability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen test",1,1,2 ], "the test film so made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,1 ], "a light movable frame, panel, or partition serving to shelter, divide, hide," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,10 ], "a plate of ground glass in some types of camera on which the image of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,10 ], "subject is focussed before being photographed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,11 ], "a glass marked with fine intersecting lines, used in a camera for making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,11 ], "half-tone reproductions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,12 ], "men or ships deployed around and ahead of a larger military formation to warn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,12 ], "of attack or protect from a specific threat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,13 ], "a tactical ploy in which players block an opponent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,14 ], "anything that prevents a person from realizing his true feelings about someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,14 ], "or something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,2 ], "anything that serves to shelter, protect, or conceal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,3 ], "a frame containing a mesh that is placed over a window or opening to keep out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,3 ], "insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,4 ], "a decorated partition, esp| in a church around the choir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,5 ], "a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,6 ], "a system for selecting people, such as candidates for a job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,7 ], "the wide end of a cathode-ray tube, esp| in a television set, on which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,7 ], "visible image is formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,8 ], "a white or silvered surface, usually fabric, placed in front of a projector to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,8 ], "receive the enlarged image of a film or of slides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,1,9 ], "the screen| the film industry or films collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by off) to shelter, protect, or conceal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,2 ], "to sieve or sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,3 ], "task, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,3 ], "to test or check (an individual or group) so as to determine suitability for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,4 ], "to examine for the presence of a disease, weapons, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,5 ], "to provide with a screen or screens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,6 ], "to project (a film) onto a screen, esp| for public viewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,7 ], "half-tone reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screen",1,2,7 ], "to photograph (a picture, etc|) through a screen to render it suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screenings",1,1,1 ], "refuse separated by sifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screenplay",1,1,1 ], "the script for a film, including instructions for sets and camera work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw eye",1,1,1 ], "a wood screw with its shank bent into a ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw jack",1,1,1 ], "a lifting device utilizing the mechanical advantage of a screw thread, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw jack",1,1,1 ], "effort being applied through a bevel drive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw pine",1,1,1 ], "any of various pandanaceous plants of the Old World tropical genus Pandanus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw pine",1,1,1 ], "having a spiral mass of pineapple-like leaves and heavy conelike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw propeller",1,1,1 ], "an early form of ship's propeller in which an Archimedes screw is used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw propeller",1,1,1 ], "produce thrust by accelerating a flow of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw up",1,1,1 ], "to twist out of shape or distort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw up",1,1,2 ], "to summon up or call upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw up",1,1,3 ], "to mishandle or bungle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw up",1,1,4 ], "to cause to become very anxious, confused, or nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,1 ], "a device used for fastening materials together, consisting of a threaded and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,1 ], "its own thread as it bores through the material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,1 ], "usually tapered shank that has a slotted head by which it may be rotated so as to cut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,10 ], "a person who is mean with money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,11 ], "an old, unsound, or worthless horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,12 ], "force or compulsion (esp| in the phrase put the screws on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,13 ], "sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,14 ], "have a screw loose| Slang| to be insane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,2 ], "a threaded cylindrical rod that engages with a similarly threaded cylindrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,2 ], "hole; bolt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,3 ], "a thread in a cylindrical hole corresponding with that on the bolt or screw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,3 ], "with which it is designed to engage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,4 ], "anything resembling a screw in shape or spiral form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,5 ], "a twisting movement of or resembling that of a screw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,5,1 ], "a stroke in which the cue ball recoils or moves backward after striking the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,5,1 ], "object ball, made by striking the cue ball below its centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,5,2 ], "the motion resulting from this stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,6 ], "another name for propeller (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,7 ], "a prison guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,8 ], "salary, wages, or earnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,1,9 ], "a small amount of salt, tobacco, etc|, in a twist of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,2,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,2,1 ], "to rotate (a screw or bolt) so as to drive it into or draw it out of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,3,1 ], "to cut a screw thread in (a rod or hole) with a tap or die or on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,3,2 ], "to turn or cause to turn in the manner of a screw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,4,1 ], "to attach or fasten with a screw or screws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,5,1 ], "to take advantage of; cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,6,1 ], "to distort or contort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,6,2 ], "to impart a screw to (a ball)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,7,1 ], "to coerce or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,7,2 ], "to have sexual intercourse (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,8,1 ], "to burgle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screw",1,8,2 ], "have one's head screwed on the right way| Informal| to be wise or sensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwball",1,1,1 ], "an odd or eccentric person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwball",1,2,1 ], "odd; zany; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwdriver",1,1,1 ], "a tool used for turning screws, usually having a handle of wood, plastic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwdriver",1,1,1 ], "etc|, and a steel shank with a flattened square-cut tip that fits into a slot in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screwdriver",1,1,1 ], "head of the screw" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "screwdriver",1,1,2 ], "an alcoholic beverage consisting of orange juice and vodka" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwed",1,1,1 ], "fastened by a screw or screws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwed",1,1,2 ], "having spiral grooves like a screw; threaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwed",1,1,3 ], "twisted or distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwed",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwworm",1,1,1 ], "skin of living mammals often causing illness or death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "screwworm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of a dipterous fly, Callitroga macellaria, that develops beneath the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwworm",1,1,2 ], "screwworm fly| the fly producing this larva: family Calliphoridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwy",1,1,1 ], "screwier, screwiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "screwy",1,1,2 ], "odd, crazy, or eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scribble",2,1,1 ], "to card (wool, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scribe",1,1,1 ], "a person who copies documents, esp| a person who made handwritten copies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scribe",1,1,1 ], "before the invention of printing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scribe",1,1,2 ], "a clerk or public copyist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scribe",1,1,3 ], "a recognized scholar and teacher of the Jewish Law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scribe",1,1,4 ], "an author or journalist: used humorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scribe",1,1,5 ], "another name for scriber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scribe",1,2,1 ], "to score a line on (a surface) with a pointed instrument, as in metalworking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scriber",1,1,1 ], "a pointed steel tool used to score materials as a guide to cutting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrim",1,1,1 ], "a fine open-weave fabric, used in the theatre to create the illusion of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrim",1,1,1 ], "solid wall or to suggest haziness, etc|, according to the lighting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrimmage",1,1,1 ], "a rough or disorderly struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimmage",1,1,2 ], "declared dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrimmage",1,1,2 ], "the period of a game from the time the ball goes into play to the time it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimmage",1,2,1 ], "to engage in a scrimmage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimmage",1,3,1 ], "to put (the ball) into a scrimmage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimp",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by on) to be very sparing in the use (of)(esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimp",1,1,1 ], "the phrase scrimp and scrape)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrimp",1,2,1 ], "to treat meanly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimp",1,3,1 ], "to cut too small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimp",1,4,1 ], "a less common word for scant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimshank",1,1,1 ], "military slang| to shirk work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimshaw",1,1,1 ], "leisure activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrimshaw",1,1,1 ], "the art of decorating or carving shells, ivory, etc|, done by sailors as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimshaw",1,1,1,1 ], "an article made in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimshaw",1,1,1,2 ], "such articles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrimshaw",1,2,1 ], "to produce scrimshaw (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrip issue",1,1,1 ], "another name for bonus issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrip",1,1,1 ], "a written certificate, list, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrip",1,1,2 ], "a small scrap, esp| of paper with writing on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrip",1,1,2,1 ], "a certificate representing a claim to part of a share of stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrip",1,1,2,2 ], "the shares allocated in a bonus issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrip",2,1,1 ], "a small bag or wallet, as carried by pilgrims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,1 ], "handwriting as distinguished from print, esp| cursive writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,2 ], "the letters, characters, or figures used in writing by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,3 ], "any system or style of writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,4 ], "written copy for the use of performers in films and plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,4,1 ], "an original or principal document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,4,2 ], "(esp| in England) a will or codicil or the draft for one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,5 ], "any of various typefaces that imitate handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,1,6 ], "an answer paper in an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "script",1,2,1 ], "to write a script (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scriptorium",1,1,1 ], "a room, esp| in a monastery, set apart for the writing or copying of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scriptorium",1,1,1 ], "manuscripts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scriptural",1,1,1 ], "of, in accordance with, or based on Scripture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scriptural",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scripture",1,1,1 ], "a sacred, solemn, or authoritative book or piece of writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scriptwriter",1,1,1 ], "a person who prepares scripts, esp| for a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrivener",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes out deeds, letters, etc|; copyist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrivener",1,1,2 ], "a notary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrobiculate",1,1,1 ], "having a surface covered with small round pits or grooves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrod",1,1,1 ], "a young cod or haddock, esp| one split and prepared for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrofula",1,1,1 ], "tuberculosis of the lymphatic glands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrofula",1,1,3 ], "(the)king's evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrofulous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or having scrofula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrofulous",1,1,2 ], "morally degraded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll saw",1,1,1 ], "a saw with a narrow blade for cutting intricate ornamental curves in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll",1,1,1 ], "a roll of parchment, paper, etc|, usually inscribed with writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll",1,1,2 ], "an ancient book in the form of a roll of parchment, papyrus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll",1,1,2,1 ], "a decorative carving or moulding resembling a scroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll",1,1,2,3 ], "scrollwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll",1,2,1 ], "to saw into scrolls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroll",1,2,2 ], "to roll up like a scroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrollwork",1,1,1 ], "ornamental work in scroll-like patterns, esp| when done with a scroll saw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroop",1,1,1 ], "to emit a grating or creaking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scroop",1,2,1 ], "such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrophulariaceous",1,1,1 ], "including figwort, snapdragon, foxglove, toadflax, speedwell, and mullein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrophulariaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Scrophulariaceae, a family of plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrotum",1,1,1 ], "the pouch of skin containing the testes in most mammals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrouge",1,1,1 ], "to crowd or press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrounge",1,1,1 ], "(something) without cost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrounge",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by around) to search in order to acquire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrounge",1,1,2 ], "to obtain or seek to obtain (something) by cadging or begging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub bird",1,1,1 ], "A| rufescens, that constitute the Australian family Atrichornithidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrub bird",1,1,1 ], "either of two fast-running wren-like passerine birds, Atrichornis clamosus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub fowl",1,1,1 ], "another name for megapode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub round",1,1,1 ], "to waive; avoid or ignore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub typhus",1,1,1 ], "an acute febrile disease characterized by severe headache, skin rash, chills," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub typhus",1,1,1 ], "and swelling of the lymph nodes, caused by the bite of mites infected with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrub typhus",1,1,1 ], "microorganism Rickettsia tsutsugamushi: occurs mainly in Asia, Australia, and the islands of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scrub typhus",1,1,1 ], "the western Pacific" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,1,1 ], "order to clean it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,1,1 ], "to rub (a surface, etc|) hard, with or as if with a brush, soap, and water, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,1,2 ], "to remove (dirt) by rubbing with a brush, etc|, and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,2,1 ], "(of a surgeon) to wash the hands and arms thoroughly before operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,3,1 ], "to purify (a vapour or gas) by removing impurities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,4,1 ], "to delete or cancel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,5,1 ], "(of jockeys) to urge a horse forwards by moving the arms and whip rhythmically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,5,1 ], "forwards and backwards alongside its neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",1,6,1 ], "the act of or an instance of scrubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,1,1 ], "arid area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,1,1 ], "vegetation consisting of stunted trees, bushes, and other plants growing in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,2 ], "an area of arid land covered with such vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,2,1 ], "an animal of inferior breeding or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,3 ], "a small or insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,4 ], "anything stunted or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,4,1 ], "a player not in the first team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,4,2 ], "a team composed of such players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,4,3 ], "a contest between scratch or incomplete teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,5 ], "people can be avoided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,1,5 ], "the scrub| Austral| informal| a remote place, esp| one where contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,2,1 ], "small, stunted, or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,2,1,1 ], "(of a player)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,2,2 ], "not in the first team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,2,2,2 ], "(of a team) composed of such players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrub",2,2,2,3 ], "(of a contest) between scratch or incomplete teams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubber",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that scrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubber",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for purifying a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubber",1,1,3 ], "and Austral| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubber",1,1,4 ], "a promiscuous girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubber",2,1,1 ], "a domestic animal, esp| a bullock, that has run wild in the bush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubby",1,1,2 ], "covered with or consisting of scrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubby",1,1,3 ], "(of trees or vegetation) stunted in growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubby",1,1,4 ], "messy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrubland",1,1,1 ], "an area of scrub vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruff",1,1,1 ], "the nape of the neck (esp| in the phrase by the scruff of the neck)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruff",2,1,1 ], "another name for scum (sense 3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruffy",1,1,1 ], "scruffier, scruffiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruffy",1,1,2 ], "unkempt or shabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrum half",1,1,1 ], "a player who puts in the ball at scrums and tries to get it away to his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrum half",1,1,1 ], "three-quarter backs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrum half",1,1,2 ], "this position in a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 1, 1],"but may be formed spontaneously (loose scrum)",5). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 1, 1],"opposing packs of forwards group together with heads down and arms interlocked and push",2). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 1, 1],"scoop it out to their own team| A scrum is usually called by the referee (set scrum)",4). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 1, 1],"the act or method of restarting play after an infringement, etc|, when the two",1). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 1, 1],"to gain ground while the scrum half throws the ball in and the hookers attempt to",3). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 1, 2],"a disorderly struggle",1). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by down) Rugby",1). c_DEF([ "scrum" ,1, 2, 3],"to form a scrum",1). c_DEF([ "scrummage",1,2,1 ], "another word for scrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrummage",1,2,2 ], "a variant of scrimmage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrump",1,1,1 ], "to steal (apples) from an orchard or garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrumptious",1,1,1 ], "very pleasing; delicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrumpy",1,1,1 ], "a rough dry cider, brewed esp| in the West Country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrunch",1,1,1 ], "to crumple, crush, or crunch or to be crumpled, crushed, or crunched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrunch",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of scrunching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruple",1,1,1 ], "a doubt or hesitation as to what is morally right in a certain situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruple",1,1,2 ], "a very small amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruple",1,1,3 ], "a unit of weight equal to 20 grains (1|296 grams)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruple",1,1,4 ], "an ancient Roman unit of weight equivalent to approximately one twenty-fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scruple",1,1,4 ], "of an ounce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scruple",1,2,1 ], "to have doubts (about), esp| from a moral compunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrupulous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by careful observation of what is morally right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrupulous",1,1,2 ], "very careful or precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutable",1,1,1 ], "open to or able to be understood by scrutiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutator",1,1,1 ], "a person who examines or scrutinizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutineer",1,1,1 ], "a person who examines, esp| one who scrutinizes the conduct of an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutineer",1,1,1 ], "poll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scrutinize",1,1,1 ], "to examine carefully or in minute detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutiny",1,1,1 ], "close or minute examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutiny",1,1,2 ], "a searching look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutiny",1,1,2,1 ], "(in the early Christian Church)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutiny",1,1,3 ], "a formal testing that catechumens had to undergo before being baptized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scrutiny",1,1,3,2 ], "a similar examination of candidates for holy orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scry",1,1,1 ], "to divine, esp| by crystal-gazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scr|",1,1,1 ], "scruple (unit of weight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuba",1,1,1,1 ], "an apparatus used in skindiving, consisting of a cylinder or cylinders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuba",1,1,1,1 ], "containing compressed air attached to a breathing apparatus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scuba",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scud",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(esp| of clouds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scud",1,1,2 ], "to move along swiftly and smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scud",1,1,3 ], "to run before a gale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scud",1,2,1 ], "the act of scudding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scud",1,2,1,1 ], "a formation of low fractostratus clouds driven by a strong wind beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scud",1,2,1,1 ], "rain-bearing clouds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scud",1,2,1,2 ], "a sudden shower or gust of wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scudo",1,1,1 ], "any of several former Italian coins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuff",1,1,1 ], "to scrape or drag (the feet) while walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuff",1,1,2 ], "to rub or scratch (a surface) or (of a surface) to become rubbed or scratched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuff",1,2,1 ], "to poke at (something) with the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuff",1,3,1 ], "the act or sound of scuffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuff",1,3,2 ], "a rubbed place caused by scuffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuff",1,3,3 ], "a backless slipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuffle",1,1,1 ], "to fight in a disorderly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuffle",1,1,2 ], "to move by shuffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuffle",1,1,3 ], "to move in a hurried or confused manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuffle",1,2,1 ], "a disorderly struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuffle",1,2,2 ], "the sound made by scuffling or shuffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuffle",2,1,1 ], "a type of hoe operated by pushing rather than pulling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scull",1,1,1 ], "a single oar moved from side to side over the stern of a boat to propel it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scull",1,1,2 ], "esp| in a racing shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scull",1,1,2 ], "one of a pair of short-handled oars, both of which are pulled by one oarsman," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scull",1,1,3 ], "a racing shell propelled by a single oarsman pulling two oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scull",1,1,4 ], "a race between racing shells, each propelled by one oarsman pulling two oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scull",1,1,5 ], "an act, instance, period, or distance of sculling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scull",1,2,1 ], "to propel (a boat) with a scull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scullery",1,1,1 ], "a small room or part of a kitchen where kitchen utensils are kept and rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scullery",1,1,1 ], "household work is done" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scullion",1,1,1 ], "a mean or despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scullion",1,1,2 ], "a servant employed to do rough household work in a kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpin",1,1,1 ], "any of various fishes of the family Cottidae (bullheads and sea scorpions)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpsit",1,1,1 ], "he (or she) sculptured it: an inscription following the artist's name on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpsit",1,1,1 ], "sculpture| Latin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sculpt",1,1,1 ], "a variant of sculpture 8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpt",1,2,1 ], "to practise sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculptor" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who practises sculpture",1). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,1,1 ], "moulding plaster, etc|, or casting metals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,1,1 ], "the art of making figures or designs in relief or the round by carving wood," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,1,2 ], "works or a work made in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,1,3 ], "ridges or indentations as on a shell, formed by natural processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,1,4 ], "the gradual formation of the landscape by erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,2,1 ], "to carve, cast, or fashion (stone, bronze, etc|) three-dimensionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,2,2 ], "to portray (a person, etc|) by means of sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,2,3 ], "to form in the manner of sculpture, esp| to shape (landscape) by erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpture",1,2,4 ], "to decorate with sculpture|Also (for senses 5-8): sculpt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculpturesque",1,1,1 ], "resembling sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculp|",1,1,1 ], "sculpsit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sculp|",1,1,2 ], "sculptor, sculptress, or sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 1, 1],"a layer of impure matter that forms on the surface of a liquid, often as the",1). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 1, 1],"result of boiling or fermentation",2). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 1, 2],"the greenish film of algae and similar vegetation surface of a stagnant pond",1). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 1, 3],"the skin of oxides or impurities on the surface of a molten metal",1). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 1, 4],"waste matter",1). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 1, 5],"a worthless person or group of people",1). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 2, 1],"to remove scum from",1). c_DEF([ "scum" ,1, 2, 3],"to form a layer of or become covered with scum",1). c_DEF([ "scumble",1,1,1 ], "(in painting and drawing) to soften or blend (an outline or colour) with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scumble",1,1,1 ], "upper coat of opaque colour, applied very thinly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scumble",1,2,1 ], "the upper layer of colour applied in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scumble",1,2,2 ], "the technique or effects of scumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuncheon",1,1,1 ], "the inner part of a door jamb or window frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scunge",1,1,1 ], "to borrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scunge",1,2,1 ], "a dirty or worthless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scunge",1,2,2 ], "a person who borrows, esp| habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scungy",1,1,1 ], "scungier, scungiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scungy",1,1,2 ], "miserable; sordid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scunner",1,1,1 ], "to feel aversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scunner",1,2,1 ], "a strong aversion (often in the phrase take a scunner)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scunner",1,2,2 ], "an object of dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scup",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scup",1,1,1 ], "a common sparid fish, Stenotomus chrysops, of American coastal regions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scupper",1,1,1 ], "a drain or spout allowing water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scupper",1,1,2 ], "an opening in the side of a building for draining off water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scupper",1,1,3 ], "a drain in a factory floor for running off the water from a sprinkler system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scupper",2,1,1 ], "to overwhelm, ruin, or disable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuppernong",1,1,1 ], "a sweet American wine, slightly golden, made from a variety of muscadine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuppernong",1,1,1 ], "grape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scuppernong",1,1,2 ], "another name for muscadine (sense 2), esp| the variety from which this wine is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuppernong",1,1,2 ], "made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scurf",1,1,1 ], "another name for dandruff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurf",1,1,2 ], "flaky or scaly matter adhering to or peeling off a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurrilous",1,1,1 ], "grossly or obscenely abusive or defamatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurrilous",1,1,2 ], "characterized by gross or obscene humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,1,1 ], "to move about or proceed hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,2,1 ], "to whirl about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,3,2 ], "the act or sound of scurrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,3,3 ], "a brisk light whirling movement, as of snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,3,4 ], "a short race or sprint| Hscurvy n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,3,5 ], "a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C, characterized by anaemia, spongy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,3,5 ], "gums, bleeding beneath the skin, and (in infants) malformation of bones and teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scurry",1,4,1 ], "mean or despicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurvy grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various cruciferous plants of the genus Cochlearia, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scurvy grass",1,1,1 ], "officinalis, of Europe and North America, formerly used to treat scurvy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scut",1,1,1 ], "the short tail of animals such as the deer and rabbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuta",1,1,1 ], "the plural of scutum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutage",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) a payment sometimes exacted by a lord from his vassal in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutage",1,1,1 ], "lieu of military service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scutate",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) having or covered with large bony or horny plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutate",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a round shield or buckler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutch grass",1,1,1 ], "another name for bermuda grass and couch grass|Sometimes shortened to scutch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutch",1,1,1 ], "to separate the fibres from the woody part of (flax, etc|) by pounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutch",1,2,1 ], "the tool used for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutcheon",1,1,1 ], "a variant of escutcheon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutcheon",1,1,2 ], "any rounded or shield-shaped structure, esp| a scute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scute",1,1,1 ], "a horny or chitinous plate that makes up part of the exoskeleton in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scute",1,1,1 ], "armadillos, turtles, fishes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scutellation",1,1,1 ], "the way in which scales or plates are arranged in an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutellation",1,1,2 ], "a covering of scales or scutella, as on a bird's leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutellum",1,1,1 ], "divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scutellum",1,1,1 ], "the last of three plates into which the notum of an insect's thorax is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutellum",1,1,2 ], "one of the scales on the tarsus of a bird's leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutellum",1,1,3 ], "the cotyledon of a developing grass seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutellum",1,1,4 ], "any other small shield-shaped part or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutiform",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) shaped like a shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutter",1,2,1 ], "an informal word for scurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",1,1,1 ], "a shallow basket for carrying vegetables, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",1,1,2 ], "the part of a motor-car body lying immediately behind the bonnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",2,1,1 ], "to run or move about with short hasty steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",2,2,1 ], "a hurried pace or run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",3,1,1 ], "bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",3,1,1 ], "to cause (a vessel) to sink by opening the seacocks or making holes in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",3,2,1 ], "to give up (hopes, plans, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttle",3,3,1 ], "a small hatch or its cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttlebutt",1,1,1 ], "a drinking fountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scuttlebutt",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a cask of drinking water aboard a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutum",1,1,1 ], "divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scutum",1,1,1 ], "the middle of three plates into which the notum of an insect's thorax is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutum",1,1,2 ], "another word for scute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scutum",1,1,3 ], "a large Roman shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scyphiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a cup or goblet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scyphistoma",1,1,1 ], "It produces forms which become free-swimming jellyfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scyphistoma",1,1,1 ], "a sessile hydra-like individual representing the polyp stage of scyphozoans|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scyphozoan",1,1,1 ], "any marine medusoid coelenterate of the class Scyphozoa;a jellyfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scyphozoan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Scyphozoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scyphus",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Greek two-handled drinking cup without a footed base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scyphus",1,1,2 ], "a cuplike body formed at the end of the thallus in certain lichens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scythe",1,1,1 ], "a manual implement for cutting grass, etc|, having a long handle held with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "scythe",1,1,1 ], "both hands and a curved sharpened blade that moves in a plane parallel to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "scythe",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "scythe",1,2,1 ], "to cut (grass, etc|) with a scythe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sc|",1,1,1 ], "scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sc|",1,1,2 ], "scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sc|",1,1,3 ], "science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sc|",1,1,4 ], "scilicet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sc|",1,1,5 ], "screw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sc|",1,1,6 ], "scruple (unit of weight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sd|",1,1,1 ], "sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "se tenant",1,1,1 ], "denoting two postage stamps of different face values and sometimes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "se tenant",1,1,1 ], "different designs in an unseparated pair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "se tenant",1,2,1 ], "such a pair of stamps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea anchor",1,1,1 ], "any device, such as a bucket or canvas funnel, dragged in the water to slow a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea anchor",1,1,1 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea anemone",1,1,1 ], "any of various anthozoan coelenterates, esp| of the order Actiniaria, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea anemone",1,1,1 ], "polypoid body with oral rings of tentacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea bag",1,1,1 ], "a canvas bag, closed by a line rove through grommets at the top, used by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea bag",1,1,1 ], "seaman for his belongings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea bass",1,1,1 ], "any of various American coastal percoid fishes of the genus Centropristes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea bass",1,1,1 ], "fin almost divided into two: family Serranidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea bass",1,1,1 ], "related genera, such as C| striatus , having an elongated body with a long spiny dorsal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea bird",1,1,1 ], "a bird such as a gull, that lives on the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea biscuit",1,1,1 ], "another term for hardtack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea bream",1,1,1 ], "any sparid fish, esp| Pagellus centrodontus, of European seas, valued as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea bream",1,1,1 ], "food fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea breeze",1,1,1 ], "a wind blowing from the sea to the land, esp| during the day when the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea breeze",1,1,1 ], "surface is warmer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea butterfly",1,1,1 ], "another name for pteropod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea captain",1,1,1 ], "the master of a ship, usually a merchant ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea chest",1,1,1 ], "a usually large firm chest used by a sailor for storing personal property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea cow",1,1,1 ], "any sirenian mammal, such as a dugong or manatee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea cow",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for walrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea cucumber",1,1,1 ], "any echinoderm of the class Holothuroidea, having an elongated body covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea cucumber",1,1,1 ], "usually creep on the sea bed or burrow in sand" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea cucumber",1,1,1 ], "with a leathery skin and bearing a cluster of tentacles at the oral end| They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea dog",1,1,1 ], "an experienced or old sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea duck",1,1,1 ], "any of various large diving ducks, such as the eider and the scoter, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea duck",1,1,1 ], "occur along coasts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea eagle",1,1,1 ], "albicilla having a brown plumage and white tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea eagle",1,1,1 ], "any of various fish-eating eagles that live near the sea, esp| Haliaetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea elephant",1,1,1 ], "another name for elephant seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea fan",1,1,1 ], "any of various corals of the genus Gorgonia and related genera, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea fan",1,1,1 ], "treelike or fan-shaped horny skeleton: order Gorgonacea (gorgonians)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea foam",1,1,1 ], "foam formed on the surface of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea foam",1,1,2 ], "a former name for meerschaum (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea gooseberry",1,1,1 ], "any of various ctenophores of the genus Pleurobrachia and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea gooseberry",1,1,1 ], "having a rounded body with longitudinal rows of cilia and hairlike tentacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea green",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate green colour, sometimes with a bluish or yellowish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea green",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea gull",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for the gull (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea hare",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine gastropods of the order Aplysiomorpha (or Anaspidea)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea hare",1,1,1 ], "earlike tentacles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea hare",1,1,1 ], "esp| Aplysia punctata, having a soft body with an internal shell and two pairs of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea heath",1,1,1 ], "a small tough perennial plant, Frankenia laevis, of Eurasian salt marshes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea heath",1,1,1 ], "having minute leaves and pink flowers: family Frankeniaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea holly",1,1,1 ], "a European umbelliferous plant, Eryngium maritimum, of sandy shores, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea holly",1,1,1 ], "spiny bluish-green stems and blue flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea horse",1,1,1 ], "any marine teleost fish of the temperate and tropical genus Hippocampus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea horse",1,1,1 ], "having a bony-plated body, a prehensile tail, and a horselike head and swimming in an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea horse",1,1,1 ], "upright position: family Syngnathidae (pipefishes)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea horse",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for the walrus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea horse",1,1,3 ], "a fabled sea creature with the tail of a fish and the front parts of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea kale",1,1,1 ], "a European coastal cruciferous plant, Crambe maritima, with broad fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea kale",1,1,1 ], "leaves and white flowers: cultivated for its edible asparagus-like shoots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea king",1,1,1 ], "any of the greater Viking pirate chiefs who led raids on the coasts of early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea king",1,1,1 ], "medieval Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea ladder",1,1,1 ], "a rope ladder, set of steps, etc|, by which a boat may be boarded at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea lamprey",1,1,1 ], "Great Lakes and causes great losses of fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea lamprey",1,1,1 ], "a common anadromous lamprey, Petromyzon marinus, a form of which occurs in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea lavender",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous perennial plants of the plumbaginaceous genus Limonium, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea lavender",1,1,1 ], "temperate salt marshes, having spikes of white, pink, or mauve flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea lawyer",1,1,1 ], "a contentious seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea legs",1,1,1 ], "the ability to maintain one's balance on board ship, esp| in rough weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea legs",1,1,2 ], "the ability to resist seasickness, esp| in rough weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea letter",1,1,1 ], "a document issued to a merchant vessel, esp| in wartime, authorizing it to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea letter",1,1,1 ], "leave a port or proceed freely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea letter",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a document issued to a vessel in port, describing its cargo, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea lettuce",1,1,1 ], "any of various green seaweeds of the genus Ulva, which have edible wavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea lettuce",1,1,1 ], "translucent fronds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea level",1,1,1 ], "heights and depths" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea level",1,1,1 ], "mean level between high and low tide, and used as a standard base for measuring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea level",1,1,1 ], "the level of the surface of the sea with respect to the land, taken to be the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea lily",1,1,1 ], "any of various sessile echinoderms, esp| of the genus Ptilocrinus, in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea lily",1,1,1 ], "disc with delicate radiating arms: class Crinoidea (crinoids)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea lily",1,1,1 ], "the body consists of a long stalk attached to a hard surface and bearing a central" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea lion",1,1,1 ], "Pacific, often used as a performing animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea lion",1,1,1 ], "any of various large eared seals, such as Zalophus californianus , of the N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea mat",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for a bryozoan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea mew",1,1,1 ], "another name for mew (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea mile",1,1,1 ], "1000 fathoms| It is equivalent to 1828|8 metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea mile",1,1,1 ], "an Imperial unit of length, formerly used in navigation, equal to 6000 feet or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea milkwort",1,1,1 ], "a primulaceous plant, Glaux maritima, of estuary mud and seaside rocks of N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea milkwort",1,1,1 ], "temperate coasts, having trailing stems and small pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea mouse",1,1,1 ], "any of several large polychaete worms of the genus Aphrodite and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea mouse",1,1,1 ], "genera, having a broad flattened body covered dorsally with a dense mat of iridescent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea mouse",1,1,1 ], "hairlike chaetae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea onion",1,1,1 ], "another name for sea squill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea otter",1,1,1 ], "a large marine otter, Enhydra lutris, of N Pacific coasts, formerly hunted for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea otter",1,1,1 ], "its thick dark brown fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea pen",1,1,1 ], "any of various anthozoan coelenterates of the genus Pennatula and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea pen",1,1,1 ], "genera, forming fleshy feather-like colonies in warm seas: order Pennatulacea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea perch",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine serranid fishes, such as the bass and stone bass, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea perch",1,1,1 ], "have an elongated body with a very spiny dorsal fin and occur in all except polar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea perch",1,1,1 ], "seas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea perch",1,1,2 ], "another name for surfperch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea pink",1,1,1 ], "another name for thrift (the plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea power",1,1,1 ], "a nation that possesses great naval strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea power",1,1,2 ], "the naval strength of a country or nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea purse",1,1,1 ], "a tough horny envelope containing fertilized eggs, produced by the female of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea purse",1,1,1 ], "certain sharks and skates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea purslane",1,1,1 ], "Eurasia and parts of Africa, having oval leaves and inconspicuous flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea purslane",1,1,1 ], "a small chenopodiaceous shrub, Halimione portulacoides, of salt marshes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea ranger",1,1,1 ], "a senior Guide training in seamanship| U|S| equivalent: mariner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea raven",1,1,1 ], "a large fish, Hemitripterus americanus, of North American Atlantic coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea raven",1,1,1 ], "scorpions)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea raven",1,1,1 ], "waters that inflates itself with air when caught: family Cottidae (bullheads and sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea robin",1,1,1 ], "any of various American gurnards of the genus Prionotus and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea robin",1,1,1 ], "such as P| carolinus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea room",1,1,1 ], "sufficient space to manoeuvre a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea scorpion",1,1,1 ], "Taurulus bubalis They have a tapering body and a large head covered with bony plates and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea scorpion",1,1,1 ], "any of various northern marine scorpaenoid fishes of the family Cottidae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea scorpion",1,1,1 ], "spines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea serpent",1,1,1 ], "a huge legendary creature of the sea resembling a snake or dragon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea slug",1,1,1 ], "Nudibranchia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea slug",1,1,1 ], "any of various shell-less marine gastropod molluscs, esp| those of the order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea snail",1,1,1 ], "any small spiny-finned fish of the family Liparidae, esp| Liparis liparis, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea snail",1,1,1 ], "cold seas, having a soft scaleless tadpole-shaped body with the pelvic fins fused" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea snail",1,1,1 ], "into a sucker" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea snake",1,1,1 ], "any venomous snake of the family Hydrophiidae, of tropical seas, that swims by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea snake",1,1,1 ], "means of a laterally compressed oarlike tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea squill",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean liliaceous plant, Urginea maritima, having dense spikes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea squill",1,1,1 ], "small white flowers, and yielding a bulb with medicinal properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea squirt",1,1,1 ], "any minute primitive marine animal of the class Ascidiacea, most of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea squirt",1,1,1 ], "sedentary, having a saclike body with openings through which water enters and leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea steps",1,1,1 ], "projecting metal bars attached to a ship's side, used for boarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea swallow",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for tern (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea tangle",1,1,1 ], "any of various brown seaweeds, esp| any of the genus Laminaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea trout",1,1,1 ], "a silvery marine variety of the brown trout that migrates to fresh water to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea trout",1,1,1 ], "spawn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea trout",1,1,2 ], "any of several marine sciaenid fishes of the genus Cynoscion, such as C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea trout",1,1,2 ], "nebulosus and the weakfish, of North American coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea urchin",1,1,1 ], "any echinoderm of the class Echinoidea, such as Echinus esculentus , typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea urchin",1,1,1 ], "having a globular body enclosed in a rigid spiny test and occurring in shallow marine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea urchin",1,1,1 ], "waters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sea wall",1,1,1 ], "a wall or embankment built to prevent encroachment or erosion by the sea or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea wall",1,1,1 ], "serve as a breakwater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea wrack",1,1,1 ], "any of various seaweeds found on the shore, esp| any of the larger species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,2 ], "land| Related adjs|: marine, maritime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,2 ], "the mass of salt water on the earth's surface as differentiated from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,2,1 ], "one of the smaller areas of ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,2,2 ], "a large inland area of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,3 ], "turbulence or swell, esp| of considerable size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,4 ], "any of many huge dry plains on the surface of the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,5 ], "anything resembling the sea in size or apparent limitlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,6 ], "the life or career of a sailor (esp| in the phrase follow the sea)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,7 ], "at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,7,1 ], "on the ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,7,2 ], "in a state of confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,8 ], "go to sea| to become a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea",1,1,9 ], "put to sea| to embark on a sea voyage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea-ear",1,1,1 ], "another name for the ormer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea-island cotton",1,1,1 ], "a cotton plant, Gossypium barbadense, of the Sea Islands, widely cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea-island cotton",1,1,1 ], "for its fine long fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sea-island cotton",1,1,2 ], "the fibre of this plant or the material woven from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sea-lane",1,1,1 ], "an established route for ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaboard",1,1,1,1 ], "land bordering on the sea; the seashore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaboard",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaborne",1,1,1 ], "carried on or by the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaborne",1,1,2 ], "transported by ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seacoast",1,1,1 ], "land bordering on the sea; a coast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seacock",1,1,1 ], "a valve in the hull of a vessel below the water line for admitting sea water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seacock",1,1,1 ], "or for pumping out bilge water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seadog",1,1,1 ], "another word for fogbow or fogdog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafarer",1,1,1 ], "a traveller who goes by sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafarer",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafaring",1,1,1 ], "travelling by sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafaring",1,1,2 ], "working as a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafaring",1,2,1 ], "the act of travelling by sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafaring",1,2,2 ], "the career or work of a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafood",1,1,1 ], "edible saltwater fish or shellfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seafront",1,1,1 ], "a built-up area facing the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seagirt",1,1,1 ], "surrounded by the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seagoing",1,1,1 ], "intended for or used at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seakale beet",1,1,1 ], "another name for chard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal brown",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark brown colour often with a yellowish or greyish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal brown",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal ring",1,1,1 ], "another term for signet ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,1 ], "a device impressed on a piece of wax, etc|, fixed to a letter, etc|, as a mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,1 ], "of authentication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,10 ], "the obligation never to reveal anything said by a penitent in confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,11 ], "set one's seal on a| to mark with one's sign or seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,11,2 ], "to endorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,2 ], "a stamp, ring, etc|, engraved with a device to form such an impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,3 ], "a substance, esp| wax, so placed over an envelope, etc|, that it must be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,3 ], "broken before the object can be opened or used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,4 ], "any substance or device used to close or fasten tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,5 ], "a material, such as putty or cement, that is used to close an opening to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,5 ], "prevent the passage of air, water, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,6 ], "a small amount of water contained in the trap of a drain to prevent the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,6 ], "passage of foul smells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,7 ], "an agent or device for keeping something hidden or secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,8 ], "anything that gives a pledge or confirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,1,9 ], "a decorative stamp often sold in aid of charity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,1 ], "to affix a seal to, as proof of authenticity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,2 ], "to stamp with or as if with a seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,3 ], "to approve or authorize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,4 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to close or secure with or as if with a seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,5 ], "(foll| by off) to enclose (a place) with a fence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,6 ], "to decide irrevocably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,7 ], "to make (a marriage or adoption) perpetually binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,8 ], "to close tightly so as to render airtight or watertight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",1,2,9 ], "to paint (a porous material) with a nonporous coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",2,1,1 ], "(see earless seal) that are aquatic but come on shore to breed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seal",2,1,1 ], "any pinniped mammal of the families Otariidae (see eared seal) and Phocidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",2,1,2 ], "any earless seal (family Phocidae), esp| the common or harbour seal or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",2,1,2 ], "grey seal (Halichoerus grypus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seal",2,1,3 ], "sealskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal",2,2,1 ], "to hunt for seals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal-point",1,1,1 ], "a popular variety of the Siamese cat, having a dark brown mask, paws, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seal-point",1,1,1 ], "tail, and a cream body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sealant",1,1,1 ], "any substance, such as wax, used for sealing documents, bottles, or the like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealant",1,1,2 ], "any of a number of substances used for waterproofing wood, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed book",1,1,1 ], "another term for closed book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed move",1,1,1 ], "making it, sealed in an envelope, and kept secret from his opponent until play is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sealed move",1,1,1 ], "resumed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sealed move",1,1,1 ], "the last move before an adjournment, which is written down by the player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed orders",1,1,1 ], "written instructions that are not to be read until a specified time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed",1,2,1 ], "Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed",1,2,2 ], "(of a road) having a hard surface; made-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed-beam",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a car headlight) having a lens and prefocused reflector sealed in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealed-beam",1,1,1 ], "lamp vacuum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sealer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that seals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealer",1,1,2 ], "an official who examines the accuracy of weights, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealer",1,1,3 ], "a coating of paint, varnish, etc|, applied to a surface to prevent the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealer",1,1,3 ], "absorption of subsequent coats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sealer",2,1,1 ], "a person or ship occupied in sealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealery",1,2,1 ], "the occupation of hunting seals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealery",1,2,2 ], "any place where seals are regularly to be found, esp| a seal rookery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealing wax",1,1,1 ], "a hard material made of shellac, turpentine, and pigment that softens when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealing wax",1,1,1 ], "heated| It is used for sealing documents, parcels, letters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sealskin",1,1,1,1 ], "and the underfur dyed dark brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sealskin",1,1,1,1 ], "the skin or pelt of a fur seal, esp| when dressed with the outer hair removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sealskin",1,1,2 ], "a garment made of this skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 1],"the line along which pieces of fabric, etc|, are joined, esp| by stitching",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 2],"a ridge or line made by joining two edges",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 3],"a stratum of coal, ore, etc",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 4],"in a good seam| Northern Brit| dialect| doing well, esp| financially",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 5],"a linear indentation, such as a wrinkle or scar",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 6],"another name for ,suture (sense 1b|)",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 7],"another name for ,raphe",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 8],"ground",3). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 8],"of or relating to a style of bowling in which the bowler utilizes the stitched",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 8],"seam round the ball in order to make it swing in flight and after touching the",2). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 1, 9],"bursting at the seams| full to overflowing",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 2, 1],"to join or sew together by or as if by a seam",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 2, 2],"to make ridges in (knitting) using purl stitch",1). c_DEF([ "seam" ,1, 2, 3],"to mark or become marked with or as if with a seam or wrinkle",1). c_DEF([ "seaman",1,1,1 ], "a rating trained in seamanship as opposed to electrical engineering, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaman",1,1,2 ], "a man who serves as a sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaman",1,1,3 ], "a person skilled in seamanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seamanship",1,1,1 ], "skill in and knowledge of the work of navigating, maintaining, and operating a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seamanship",1,1,1 ], "vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seamark",1,1,1 ], "an aid to navigation, such as a conspicuous object on a shore used as a guide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seamount",1,1,1 ], "a submarine mountain rising more than 920 metres (3000 feet) above the ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seamount",1,1,1 ], "floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seamstress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who sews and makes clothes, esp| professionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seamy",1,1,1 ], "seamier, seamiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seamy",1,1,2 ], "showing the least pleasant aspect; sordid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seamy",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of the inner side of a garment) showing many seams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seance",1,1,1 ], "a meeting at which spiritualists attempt to receive messages from the spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seance",1,1,1 ], "of the dead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seance",1,1,2 ], "a meeting of a society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaplane",1,1,1 ], "any aircraft that lands on and takes off from water",1 ). c_DEF([ "seaplane",1,1,1 ], "hydroplane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seaport",1,1,1 ], "a port or harbour accessible to seagoing vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaport",1,1,2 ], "a town or city located at such a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaquake",1,1,1 ], "an agitation and disturbance of the sea caused by an earthquake at the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaquake",1,1,1 ], "bed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sear",1,1,1 ], "to scorch or burn the surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sear",1,1,2 ], "to brand with a hot iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sear",1,1,3 ], "to cause to wither or dry up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sear",1,1,4 ], "to make callous or unfeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sear",1,2,1 ], "a mark caused by searing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sear",1,3,1 ], "dried up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sear",2,1,1 ], "the catch in the lock of a small firearm that holds the hammer cocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search party",1,1,1 ], "a group of people taking part in an organized search, as for a lost, missing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search party",1,1,1 ], "or wanted person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "search warrant",1,1,1 ], "a written order issued by a justice of the peace authorizing a constable or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search warrant",1,1,1 ], "other officer to enter and search premises for stolen goods, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,1,1 ], "to look through (a place, etc|) thoroughly in order to find someone or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,1 ], "clothing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,1 ], "to examine (a person) for concealed objects by running one's hands over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,2 ], "to look at or examine (something) closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,3 ], "to discover by investigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,3,1 ], "to explore (a bodily cavity, etc|) during a surgical procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,3,2 ], "to probe (a wound, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,4 ], "to fire all over (an area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,5 ], "to penetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,2,6 ], "search me| Informal| I don't know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of searching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,3,2 ], "the examination of a vessel by the right of search" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,3,3 ], "belligerent state in time of war to board and search merchant vessels to ascertain whether" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,3,3 ], "right of search| International law| the right possessed by the warships of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "search",1,3,3 ], "ship or cargo is liable to seizure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "searching",1,1,1 ], "keenly penetrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "searchlight",1,1,1 ], "a device, consisting of a light source and a reflecting surface behind it," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "searchlight",1,1,1 ], "that projects a powerful beam of light in a particular direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "searchlight",1,1,2 ], "the beam of light produced by such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seascape",1,1,1 ], "a sketch, picture, etc|, of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seashell",1,1,1 ], "the empty shell of a marine mollusc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seashore",1,1,1 ], "land bordering on the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seashore",1,1,2 ], "the land between the marks of high and low water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seasick" ,1, 1, 1],"sea|,seasickness",2). c_DEF([ "seasick" ,1, 1, 1],"suffering from nausea and dizziness caused by the motion of a ship at",1). c_DEF([ "seaside",1,1,1,1 ], "any area bordering on the sea, esp| one regarded as a resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaside",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season ticket",1,1,1 ], "a ticket for a series of events, number of journeys, etc|, within a limited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season ticket",1,1,1 ], "time, usually obtained at a reduced rate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,1 ], "(spring, summer, autumn, and winter) have their characteristic weather conditions in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,1 ], "and solstices, resulting from the apparent movement of the sun north and south of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,1 ], "different regions, and occur at opposite times of the year in the N and S hemispheres" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,1 ], "one of the four equal periods into which the year is divided by the equinoxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,1 ], "the equator during the course of the earth's orbit around it| These periods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,2 ], "a period of the year characterized by particular conditions or activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,3 ], "legally permitted to be caught or killed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,3 ], "the period during which any particular species of animal, bird, or fish is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,4 ], "any definite or indefinite period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,5 ], "any of the major periods into which the ecclesiastical calendar is divided," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,5 ], "such as Lent, Advent, or Easter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,6 ], "in good season| early enough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,7 ], "in season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,7,1 ], "(of game) permitted to be caught or killed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,7,2 ], "(of fresh food) readily available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,7,3 ], "(of some female mammals) sexually receptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,1,7,4 ], "appropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,2,1 ], "to add herbs, salt, pepper, or spice to (food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,3,1 ], "to add zest to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,3,2 ], "(in the preparation of timber) to undergo or cause to undergo seasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,4,1 ], "to make or become mature or experienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "season",1,5,1 ], "to mitigate or temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seasonable",1,1,1 ], "suitable for the season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seasonable",1,1,2 ], "taking place at the appropriate time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seasonal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or occurring at a certain season or certain seasons of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seasonal",1,1,1 ], "year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seasoning",1,1,1 ], "something that enhances the flavour of food, such as salt or herbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seasoning",1,1,2 ], "purposes for which it is to be used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seasoning",1,1,2 ], "the processing of timber until it has a moisture content suitable for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat belt",1,1,1 ], "a belt or strap worn in a car to restrain forward motion in the event of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat belt",1,1,1 ], "collision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seat belt",1,1,2 ], "a similar belt or strap worn in an aircraft at takeoff and landing and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat belt",1,1,2 ], "rough weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture designed for sitting on, such as a chair or sofa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,10 ], "a membership or the right to membership in a legislative or similar body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,11 ], "a parliamentary constituency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,12 ], "membership in a stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,13 ], "the manner in which a rider sits on a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,14 ], "on seat| West African informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,15 ], "(of officials) in the office rather than on tour or on leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,2 ], "the part of a chair, bench, etc|, on which one sits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,3 ], "a place to sit, esp| one that requires a ticket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,4 ], "another name for buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,5 ], "the part of a garment covering the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,6 ], "the part or area serving as the base of an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,7 ], "the part or surface on which the base of an object rests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,8 ], "the place or centre in which something is located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,9 ], "a place of abode, esp| a country mansion that is or was originally the chief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,1,9 ], "residence of a family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,2,1 ], "to bring to or place on a seat; cause to sit down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,3,1 ], "to provide with seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,4,1 ], "to place or centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,5,1 ], "to set firmly in place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,6,1 ], "to fix or install in a position of power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,7,1 ], "to put a seat on or in (an item of furniture, garment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seat",1,8,1 ], "(of garments) to sag in the area covering the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seating",1,1,1 ], "the act of providing with a seat or seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seating",1,1,1,1 ], "the provision of seats, as in a theatre, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seating",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seating",1,1,2 ], "material used for covering or making seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seawan",1,1,1 ], "money; wampum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seawan",1,1,1 ], "shell beads, usually unstrung, used by certain North American Indians as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaward",1,1,1 ], "a variant of seawards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaward",1,2,1 ], "directed or moving towards the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaward",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of a wind) coming from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seawards",1,1,1 ], "towards the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaware",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous large coarse seaweeds, esp| when cast ashore and used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaware",1,1,1 ], "fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seaway",1,1,1 ], "a waterway giving access to an inland port, navigable by ocean-going ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaway",1,1,2 ], "a vessel's progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaway",1,1,3 ], "a rough or heavy sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaway",1,1,4 ], "a route across the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaweed",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous multicellular marine algae that grow on the seashore, in salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaweed",1,1,1 ], "marshes, in brackish water, or submerged in the ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seaweed",1,1,2 ], "any of certain other plants that grow in or close to the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seaworthy",1,1,1 ], "in a fit condition or ready for a sea voyage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sebaceous glands",1,1,1 ], "most of the body surface except the soles of the feet and the palms of the hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sebaceous glands",1,1,1 ], "the small glands in the skin that secrete sebum into hair follicles and onto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sebaceous",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling sebum, fat, or tallow; fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sebaceous",1,1,2 ], "secreting fat or a greasy lubricating substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sebacic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for decanedioic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sebi-",1,1,1 ], "fat or fatty matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sebiferous",1,1,1 ], "producing or carrying a fatty, oily, or waxlike substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seborrhoea",1,1,1 ], "a disease of the sebaceous glands characterized by excessive secretion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seborrhoea",1,1,1 ], "sebum and its accumulation on the skin surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sebum",1,1,1 ], "hair and skin and provides some protection against bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sebum",1,1,1 ], "the oily secretion of the sebaceous glands that acts as a lubricant for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec",1,1,1 ], "(of wines) dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec",1,1,2 ], "(of champagne) of medium sweetness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec",2,1,1 ], "short for second ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec",3,1,1 ], "secant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secant",1,1,1 ], "(of an angle) a trigonometric function that in a right-angled triangle is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secant",1,1,1 ], "cosine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "secant",1,1,1 ], "ratio of the length of the hypotenuse to that of the adjacent side; the reciprocal of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secant",1,1,2 ], "a line that intersects a curve|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secateurs",1,1,1 ], "a small pair of shears for pruning, having a pair of pivoted handles, sprung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secateurs",1,1,1 ], "flat surface" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "secateurs",1,1,1 ], "so that they are normally open, and a single cutting blade that closes against a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secco",1,1,1 ], "limewater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secco",1,1,1 ], "wall painting done on dried plaster with tempera or pigments ground in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secco",1,1,2 ], "any wall painting other than true fresco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secede",1,1,1 ], "(of a person, section, etc|) to make a formal withdrawal of membership, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secede",1,1,1 ], "from a political alliance, organization, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secern",1,1,1 ], "(of a gland or follicle) to secrete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secern",1,1,2 ], "to distinguish or discriminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secession",1,1,1 ], "the act of seceding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secession",1,1,2 ], "Confederacy, precipitating the American Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secession",1,1,2 ], "the withdrawal in 1860-61 of 11 Southern states from the Union to form the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sech",1,1,1 ], "hyperbolic secant a hyperbolic function that is the reciprocal of cosh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seclude",1,1,1 ], "to remove from contact with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seclude",1,1,2 ], "to shut off or screen from view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secluded",1,1,1 ], "kept apart from the company of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secluded",1,1,2 ], "sheltered; private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seclusion",1,1,1 ], "the act of secluding or the state of being secluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seclusion",1,1,2 ], "a secluded place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seclusive",1,1,1 ], "tending to seclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seclusive",1,1,2 ], "fond of seclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second ballot",1,1,1 ], "an electoral procedure in which if no candidate emerges as a clear winner in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second ballot",1,1,1 ], "first ballot, candidates at the bottom of the poll are eliminated and another ballot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second ballot",1,1,1 ], "is held among the remaining candidates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "second banana",1,1,1 ], "a performer in vaudeville, etc|, who plays a role subordinate to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second banana",1,1,2 ], "any person in a or secondary position to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second chamber",1,1,1 ], "the upper house of a bicameral legislative assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second childhood",1,1,1 ], "dotage; senility (esp| in the phrases in his, her, etc|, second childhood)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,1,1 ], "the class or grade next in value, quality, etc|, to the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,1 ], "of the class or grade next to the best in quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,2 ], "shoddy or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,3 ], "next in quality and price to first class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,3 ], "of or denoting the class of accommodation in a hotel or on an aircraft, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,3,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,4 ], "letters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,4 ], "of or relating to letters that are handled more slowly than first-class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,4,2 ], "(in the U|S| and Canada) of or relating to mail that consists mainly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,2,4,2 ], "newspapers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second class",1,3,1 ], "by second-class mail, transport, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second cousin",1,1,1 ], "the child of a first cousin of either of one's parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second estate",1,1,1 ], "the nobility collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second fiddle",1,1,1,1 ], "orchestra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second fiddle",1,1,1,1 ], "the second violin in a string quartet or one of the second violins in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second fiddle",1,1,1,2 ], "the musical part assigned to such an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second fiddle",1,1,2 ], "a secondary status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second fiddle",1,1,3 ], "a person who has a secondary status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second floor",1,1,1 ], "the ground| U|S| term: third floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second floor",1,1,1 ], "the storey of a building immediately above the first and two floors up from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second floor",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| term for first floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second growth",1,1,1 ], "natural regrowth of a forest after fire, cutting, or some other disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second hand",1,1,1 ], "a pointer on the face of a timepiece that indicates the seconds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding the lowest commissioned rank in the armed forces of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second lieutenant",1,1,1 ], "nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second man",1,1,1 ], "a person who assists the driver in crewing a locomotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second mate",1,1,1 ], "the next in command of a merchant vessel after the first mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second mortgage",1,1,1 ], "a mortgage incurred after a first mortgage and having second claim against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second mortgage",1,1,1 ], "security" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second nature",1,1,1 ], "a habit, characteristic, etc|, not innate but so long practised or acquired as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second nature",1,1,1 ], "to seem so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second person",1,1,1 ], "a grammatical category of pronouns and verbs used when referring to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second person",1,1,1 ], "describing the individual or individuals being addressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second reading",1,1,1 ], "U|S|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "second reading",1,1,1 ], "general principles (in Britain), or to discuss a committee's report on it (in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second reading",1,1,1 ], "the second presentation of a bill in a legislative assembly, as to approve its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second sight",1,1,1 ], "etc|; clairvoyance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second sight",1,1,1 ], "the alleged ability to foresee the future, see actions taking place elsewhere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second string",1,1,1 ], "a substitute or reserve player or team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second string",1,1,2 ], "an alternative course of action, etc|, intended to come into use should the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second string",1,1,2 ], "first fail (esp| in the phrase a second string to one's bow)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second string",1,2,1 ], "second-string| Chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second string",1,2,1,1 ], "being a substitute player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second string",1,2,1,2 ], "being the second-ranked player of a team in an individual sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second string",1,2,2 ], "second-rate or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second thought",1,1,1 ], "a revised opinion or idea on a matter already considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second wind",1,1,1 ], "of exertion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second wind",1,1,1 ], "the return of the ability to breathe at a normal rate, esp| following a period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second wind",1,1,2 ], "renewed ability to continue in an effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,1,1 ], "coming directly after the first in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc|; being the ordinal number of two: often written 2nd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,1,2 ], "the second in line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,2 ], "rated, graded, or ranked between the first and third levels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,3 ], "alternate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,4 ], "additional; extra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,5 ], "resembling a person or event from an earlier period of history; unoriginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,6 ], "of lower quality; inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,7 ], "denoting the lowest but one forward ratio of a gearbox in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,7,1 ], "relating to or denoting a musical part, voice, or instrument lower in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,7,1 ], "than another part, voice, or instrument (the first)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,7,2 ], "of or relating to a part, instrument, or instrumentalist regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,7,2 ], "subordinate to another (the first)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,1,8 ], "at second hand| by hearsay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,1 ], "an honours degree of the second class, usually further divided into an upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,1 ], "and lower designation| Full term: second-class honours degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,2 ], "the lowest but one forward ratio of a gearbox in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,3 ], "(in boxing, duelling, etc|) an attendant who looks after a competitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,4 ], "a speech seconding a motion or the person making it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,4,1 ], "diatonic scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,4,1 ], "the interval between one note and another lying next above or below it in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,4,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,5 ], "goods of inferior quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,6 ], "a second helping of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,2,7 ], "the second course of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,3,1 ], "to give aid or backing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,3,2 ], "(in boxing, etc|) to act as second to (a competitor)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,3,3 ], "proposed)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,3,3 ], "to make a speech or otherwise express formal support for (a motion already" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,4,1 ], "Also secondly| in the second place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",1,5,1 ], "as the second point: linking what follows with the previous statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",2,1,1,1 ], "1/60 of a minute of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",2,1,1,2 ], "caesium-133| Symbol: s" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "second",2,1,1,2 ], "corresponding to the transition between two hyperfine levels of the ground state of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second",2,1,1,2 ], "the basic SI unit of time: the duration of 9,192,631,770 periods of radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",2,1,2 ], "1/60 of a minute of angle| Symbol: ^" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",2,1,3 ], "a very short period of time; moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",3,1,1 ], "position" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "second",3,1,1 ], "to transfer (an employee) temporarily to another branch, etc| 2| Military| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second",3,1,1 ], "transfer (an officer) to another post, often retiring him to a staff or nonregimental" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "second-best",1,1,1 ], "next to the best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-best",1,1,2 ], "come off second best| Informal| to be defeated in competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-guess",1,1,1 ], "to criticize or evaluate with hindsight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-guess",1,1,2 ], "to attempt to anticipate or predict (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-hand",1,1,1 ], "previously owned or used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-hand",1,1,2 ], "not from an original source or experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-hand",1,1,3 ], "dealing in or selling goods that are not new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-hand",1,2,1 ], "from a source of previously owned or used goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-hand",1,2,2 ], "not directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-rate",1,1,1 ], "not of the highest quality; mediocre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "second-rate",1,1,2 ], "second in importance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary accent",1,1,1 ], "(in a system of transcribing utterances recognizing three levels of stress)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary accent",1,1,1 ], "accent but stronger than the lack of stress" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "secondary accent",1,1,1 ], "the accent on a syllable of a word or breath group that is weaker than the primary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secondary cell",1,1,1 ], "an electric cell that can be recharged and can therefore be used to store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary cell",1,1,1 ], "electrical energy in the form of chemical energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secondary colour",1,1,1 ], "a colour formed by mixing two primary colours| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary colour",1,1,1 ], "secondary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secondary emission",1,1,1 ], "bombardment with a beam of electrons, ions, or metastable atoms: used in electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secondary emission",1,1,1 ], "multipliers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "secondary emission",1,1,1 ], "the emission of electrons (secondary electrons) from a solid as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary modern school",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a secondary school offering a more technical or practical and less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary modern school",1,1,1 ], "academic education than a grammar school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secondary processes",1,1,1 ], "the logical conscious type of mental functioning, guided by external reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary school",1,1,1 ], "a school for young people, usually between the ages of 11 and 18" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary sexual characteristic",1,1,1 ], "a man" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "secondary sexual characteristic",1,1,1 ], "any of various features distinguishing individuals of different sex but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary sexual characteristic",1,1,1 ], "directly concerned in reproduction| Examples are the antlers of a stag and the beard of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secondary stress",1,1,1 ], "another term for secondary accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 1],"one grade or step after the first; not primary",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 2],"derived from or depending on what is primary, original, or first",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 3],"below the first in rank, importance, etc|; not of major importance",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 4],"of or relating to the education of young people between the ages of 11 and 18",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"being the part of an electric circuit, such as a transformer or induction",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"coil, in which a current is induced by a changing current in a neighbouring coil",2). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"(of a current) flowing in such a circuit",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 5],"(of the flight feathers of a bird''s wing) growing from the ulna",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 6],"involving the manufacture of goods from raw materials",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 7, 1],"(of an organic compound)",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 7],"(of minerals) formed by the alteration of pre-existing minerals",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"derived from a word that is itself a derivation from another word| Thus,",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"lovably comes from lovable and is a secondary derivative from love",2). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"(of a tense in Latin, Greek, or Sanskrit) another word for historic (sense 3)",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"(of an amine) having only two organic groups attached to a nitrogen atom",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"containing the group NH",2). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8, 3],"(of a salt) derived from a tribasic acid by replacement of two acidic hydrogen",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8, 3],"atoms with metal atoms or electropositive groups",2). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8],"having a functional group attached to a carbon atom that is attached to one",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 1, 8],"hydrogen atom and two other groups",2). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 2, 1],"aries",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person or thing that is secondary",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 2, 3],"a subordinate, deputy, or inferior",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 2, 4],"a secondary coil, winding, inductance, or current in an electric circuit",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 2, 5],"any of the flight feathers that grow from the ulna of a bird's wing",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 2, 6],"a celestial body that orbits around a specified primary body",1). c_DEF([ "secondary" ,1, 2, 7],"short for secondary colour",1). c_DEF([ "seconde",1,1,1 ], "fencing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seconde",1,1,1 ], "the second of eight positions from which a parry or attack can be made in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondly",1,1,1 ], "another word for second, usually used to precede the second item in a list of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secondly",1,1,1 ], "topics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secondo",1,1,1 ], "the left-hand part in a piano duet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secrecy",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secrecy",1,1,2 ], "the state of keeping something secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secrecy",1,1,3 ], "the ability or tendency to keep things secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret agent",1,1,1 ], "a person employed in espionage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret police",1,1,1 ], "a police force that operates relatively secretly to check subversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret service",1,1,1 ], "a government agency or department that conducts intelligence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret service",1,1,1 ], "counterintelligence operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secret service",1,1,2 ], "such operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret society",1,1,1 ], "a society or organization that conceals its rites, activities, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret society",1,1,1 ], "those who are not members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,1,1 ], "kept hidden or separate from the knowledge of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,1,2 ], "known only to initiates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,1,3 ], "hidden from general view or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,1,4 ], "able or tending to keep things private or to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,1,5 ], "operating without the knowledge of outsiders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,1,6 ], "outside the normal range of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,2,1 ], "something kept or to be kept hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,2,2 ], "something unrevealed; mystery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,2,3 ], "an underlying explanation, reason, etc|, that is not apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,2,4 ], "a method, plan, etc|, known only to initiates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,2,5 ], "a variable prayer, part of the Mass, said by the celebrant after the offertory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,2,5 ], "and before the preface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secret",1,2,6 ], "in the secret| among the people who know a secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretariat",1,1,1,1 ], "affairs of a legislative body, executive council, or international organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretariat",1,1,1,1 ], "an office responsible for the secretarial, clerical, and administrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretariat",1,1,1,2 ], "the staff of such an office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretariat",1,1,1,3 ], "the building or rooms in which such an office is housed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretariat",1,1,2 ], "a body of secretaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretariat",1,1,3 ], "a secretary's place of work; office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretariat",1,1,4 ], "the position of a secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary bird",1,1,1 ], "Sagittariidae, order Falconiformes (hawks, falcons, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "secretary bird",1,1,1 ], "a large African long-legged diurnal bird of prey, Sagittarius serpentarius," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary bird",1,1,1 ], "having a crest and tail of long feathers and feeding chiefly on snakes: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretary of state",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) the head of any of several government departments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary of state",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the head of the government department in charge of foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary of state",1,1,2 ], "affairs (State Department)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretary of state",1,1,3 ], "(in certain U|S| states) an official with various duties, such as keeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary of state",1,1,3 ], "records" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,1 ], "a person who handles correspondence, keeps records, and does general clerical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,1 ], "work for an individual, organization, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the head of a government administrative department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,3 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,4 ], "(in Australia) the head of a public service department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,5 ], "the assistant to an ambassador or diplomatic minister of certain countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,6 ], "an enclosed writing desk, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretary",1,1,6 ], "having an upper cabinet section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretary-general",1,1,1 ], "a chief administrative official, as of the United Nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secrete",1,1,1 ], "(of a cell, organ, etc|) to synthesize and release (a secretion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secrete",2,1,1 ], "to put in a hiding place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretin",1,1,1 ], "a peptic hormone secreted by the mucosae of the duodenum and jejunum when food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretin",1,1,1 ], "passes from the stomach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretion",1,1,1 ], "a substance that is released from a cell, esp| a glandular cell, and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretion",1,1,1 ], "synthesized in the cell from simple substances extracted from the blood or a similar fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretion",1,1,2 ], "cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secretion",1,1,2 ], "the process involved in producing and releasing such a substance from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretive",1,1,1 ], "inclined to secrecy; reticent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretive",1,1,2 ], "another word for secretory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secretory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or producing a secretion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sect",1,1,1 ], "a subdivision of a larger religious group (esp| the Christian Church as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sect",1,1,1 ], "deviating beliefs, practices, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sect",1,1,1 ], "whole) the members of which have to some extent diverged from the rest by developing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sect",1,1,1,1 ], "a schismatic religious body characterized by an attitude of exclusiveness in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sect",1,1,1,1 ], "contrast to the more inclusive religious groups called denominations or Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sect",1,1,1,2 ], "a religious group regarded as extreme or heretical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sect",1,1,2 ], "a group of people with a common interest, doctrine, etc|; faction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectarian",1,1,1 ], "of, belonging or relating to, or characteristic of sects or sectaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectarian",1,1,2 ], "adhering to a particular sect, faction, or doctrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectarian",1,1,3 ], "narrow-minded, esp| as a result of rigid adherence to a particular sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectarian",1,2,1 ], "a member of a sect or faction, esp| one who is bigoted in his adherence to its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectarian",1,2,1 ], "doctrines or in his intolerance towards other sects, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sectarianize",1,1,1 ], "to render sectarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectary",1,1,1 ], "a member of a sect, esp| a person who belongs to a religious sect that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectary",1,1,1 ], "regarded as heretical or schismatic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sectary",1,1,2 ], "a person excessively devoted to a particular sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectary",1,1,3 ], "a member of a Nonconformist denomination, esp| one that is small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectile",1,1,1 ], "able to be cut smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section mark",1,1,1 ], "a mark () inserted into text matter to draw attention to a footnote or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section mark",1,1,1 ], "indicate a section of a book, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,1 ], "a part cut off or separated from the main body of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,10 ], "a segment of an orange or other citrus fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,11 ], "a small military formation, typically comprising two or more squads or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,11 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,12 ], "a fare stage on a bus, tram, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,12,1 ], "an extended division of a composition or movement that forms a coherent part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,12,1 ], "of the structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,12,2 ], "a division in an orchestra, band, etc|, containing instruments belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,12,2 ], "the same class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,13 ], "a folded printing sheet or sheets ready for gathering and binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,2 ], "a part or subdivision of a piece of writing, book, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,3 ], "one of several component parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,4 ], "a distinct part or subdivision of a country, community, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,5 ], "an area one mile square (640 acres) in a public survey, esp| in the western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,5 ], "parts of the U|S| and Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,6 ], "controlled by a particular signal box" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,6 ], "the section of a railway track that is maintained by a single crew or is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,7 ], "the act or process of cutting or separating by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,7,1 ], "a plane surface formed by cutting through a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,7,2 ], "the shape or area of such a plane surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,7,3 ], "a drawing or photograph of this shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,8 ], "any procedure involving the cutting or division of an organ, structure, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,8 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,9 ], "a thin slice of biological tissue, mineral, etc|, prepared for examination by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,1,9 ], "microscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,2,1 ], "to cut or divide into sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,2,2 ], "to cut through so as to reveal a section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,2,3 ], "(in drawing, esp| mechanical drawing) to shade so as to indicate sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "section",1,2,4 ], "to cut or divide (an organ, structure, or part)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectional",1,1,1 ], "composed of several sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectional",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectionalism",1,1,1 ], "excessive or narrow-minded concern for local or regional interests as opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectionalism",1,1,1 ], "to the interests of the whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sectionalize",1,1,1 ], "to render sectional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectionalize",1,1,2 ], "to divide into sections, esp| geographically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sector" ,1, 1, 1],"a part or subdivision, esp| of a society or an economy",1). c_DEF([ "sector" ,1, 1, 2],"either portion of a circle included between two radii and an arc| Area: r ,2",1). c_DEF([ "sector" ,1, 1, 2],"g, where r is the radius and g is the central angle subtended by the arc",2). c_DEF([ "sector" ,1, 1, 3],"a measuring instrument consisting of two graduated arms hinged at one end",1). c_DEF([ "sector" ,1, 1, 4],"a part or subdivision of an area of military operations",1). c_DEF([ "sectorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a sector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectorial",1,1,1,1 ], "adapted for cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectorial",1,1,1,2 ], "designating a vein in the wing of an insect that links certain branches of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sectorial",1,1,1,2 ], "radius vein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sect|",1,1,1 ], "section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to worldly as opposed to scared things; temporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,2 ], "not concerned with or related to religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,3 ], "not within the control of the Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,4 ], "(of an education, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,4,1 ], "having no particular religious affinities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,4,2 ], "not including compulsory religious studies or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,5 ], "(of clerics) not bound by religious vows to a monastic or other order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,6 ], "occurring or appearing once in an age or century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,7 ], "lasting for a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,1,8 ], "occurring slowly over a long period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,2,1 ], "a member of the secular clergy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secular",1,2,2 ], "another word for layman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularism",1,1,1 ], "a doctrine that rejects religion, esp| in ethics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularism",1,1,2 ], "the attitude that religion should have no place in civil affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularism",1,1,3 ], "the state of being secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularity",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularity",1,1,2 ], "interest in or adherence to secular things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularity",1,1,3 ], "a secular concern or matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularize",1,1,1 ], "to change from religious or sacred to secular functions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularize",1,1,2 ], "to dispense from allegiance to a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularize",1,1,3 ], "to transfer (property) from ecclesiastical to civil possession or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secularize",1,1,4 ], "to that of the civil courts for the imposition of a more severe punishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secularize",1,1,4 ], "to transfer (an offender) from the jurisdiction of the ecclesiastical courts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secund",1,1,1 ], "having or designating parts arranged on or turned to one side of the axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secundine",1,1,1 ], "the inner of two integuments surrounding the ovule of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secundines",1,1,1 ], "a technical word for afterbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,1,1 ], "free from danger, damage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,1,2 ], "free from fear, care, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,1,3 ], "in safe custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,1,4 ], "not likely to fail, become loose, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,1,5 ], "able to be relied on; certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,1,6 ], "stowed away or made inoperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,1,7 ], "careless or overconfident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,2,1 ], "to obtain or get possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by against) to make or become free from danger, fear," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,2,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,3,1 ], "to make fast or firm; fasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by against) to make or become certain; guarantee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,4,1 ], "to assure (a creditor) of payment, as by giving security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,5,1 ], "to make (a military position) safe from attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,5,2 ], "stowing gear, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,5,2 ], "to make (a vessel or its contents) safe or ready by battening down hatches," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secure",1,6,1 ], "to stow or make inoperative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security risk",1,1,1 ], "a person deemed to be a threat to state security in that he could be open to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security risk",1,1,1 ], "pressure, have subversive political beliefs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,1 ], "the state of being secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,2 ], "assured freedom from poverty or want" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that secures, guarantees, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,4 ], "precautions taken to ensure against theft, espionage, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,4,1 ], "a certificate of creditorship or property carrying the right to receive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,4,1 ], "interest or dividend, such as shares or bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,4,2 ], "the financial asset represented by such a certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,5 ], "on an obligation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,5 ], "the specific asset that a creditor can claim title to in the event of default" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,6 ], "obligation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,6 ], "something given or pledged to secure the fulfilment of a promise or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,7 ], "a person who undertakes to fulfil another person's obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "security",1,1,8 ], "carelessness or overconfidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "secy|",1,1,1 ], "secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec|",1,1,1 ], "second (of time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec|",1,1,2 ], "secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec|",1,1,3 ], "secretary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec|",1,1,4 ], "section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sec|",1,1,5 ], "sector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedan chair",1,1,1 ], "a closed chair for one passenger, carried on poles by two bearers| It was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedan chair",1,1,1 ], "commonly used in the 17th and 18th centuries| Sometimes shortened to sedan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sedan",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for a saloon ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedan",1,1,2 ], "short for sedan chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedate",1,1,1 ], "habitually calm and composed in manner; serene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedate",1,1,2 ], "staid, sober, or decorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedate",2,1,1 ], "to administer a sedative to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedation",1,1,1 ], "a state of calm or reduced nervous activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedation",1,1,2 ], "the administration of a sedative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedative",1,1,1 ], "having a soothing or calming effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedative",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to sedation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedative",1,2,1 ], "a sedative drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedentary",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or requiring a sitting position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedentary",1,1,2 ], "tending to sit about without taking much exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedentary",1,1,3 ], "(of animals) moving about very little, usually because of attachment to a rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedentary",1,1,3 ], "or other surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sedentary",1,1,4 ], "(of birds) not migratory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedge warbler",1,1,1 ], "(Old World flycatchers, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sedge warbler",1,1,1 ], "a European songbird, Acrocephalus schoenobaenus, of reed beds and swampy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedge warbler",1,1,1 ], "areas, having a streaked brownish plumage with white eye stripes: family Muscicapidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sedge",1,1,1 ], "any grasslike cyperaceous plant of the genus Carex, typically growing on wet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedge",1,1,1 ], "ground and having rhizomes, triangular stems, and minute flowers in spikelets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sedge",1,1,2 ], "any other plant of the family Cyperaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedilia",1,1,1 ], "the group of three seats, each called a sedile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedilia",1,1,2 ], "(s$e!da$Il$I), often recessed, on the south side of a sanctuary where the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedilia",1,1,2 ], "celebrant and ministers sit at certain points during High Mass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sediment",1,1,1 ], "matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sediment",1,1,2 ], "material that has been deposited from water, ice, or wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedimentary",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of, resembling, or containing sediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedimentary",1,1,2 ], "(of rocks) formed by the accumulation and consolidation of mineral and organic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedimentary",1,1,2 ], "fragments that have been deposited by water, ice, or wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sedimentation",1,1,1 ], "the process of formation of sedimentary rocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedimentation",1,1,2 ], "the deposition or production of sediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedimentology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geology concerned with sedimentary rocks and deposits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedition",1,1,1 ], "speech or behaviour directed against the peace of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedition",1,1,2 ], "an offence that tends to undermine the authority of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedition",1,1,3 ], "an incitement to public disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedition",1,1,4 ], "revolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seditious",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or causing sedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seditious",1,1,2 ], "inclined to or taking part in sedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seduce",1,1,1 ], "to persuade to engage in sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seduce",1,1,2 ], "to lead astray, as from the right action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seduce",1,1,3 ], "to win over, attract, or lure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seducer" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who entices, allures, or seduces, esp| one who entices another to",1). c_DEF([ "seducer" ,1, 1, 1],"engage in sexual intercourse",2). c_DEF([ "seduction",1,1,1 ], "the act of seducing or the state of being seduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seduction",1,1,2 ], "a means of seduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seductive",1,1,1 ], "tending to seduce or capable of seducing; enticing; alluring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedulous",1,1,1 ], "constant or persistent in use or attention; assiduous; diligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sedum",1,1,1 ], "and clusters of white, yellow, or pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sedum",1,1,1 ], "any crassulaceous rock plant of the genus Sedum, having thick fleshy leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see about",1,1,1 ], "to take care of; look after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see about",1,1,2 ], "to investigate; enquire into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see into",1,1,1 ], "to examine or investigate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see into",1,1,2 ], "to discover the true nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see of",1,1,1 ], "to meet be in contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see off",1,1,1 ], "to be present at the departure of (a person making a journey)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see off",1,1,2 ], "to cause to leave or depart, esp| by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see out",1,1,1 ], "to remain or endure until the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see out",1,1,2 ], "to be present at the departure of (a person from a house, room, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see over",1,1,1 ], "to inspect by making a tour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see through" ,1, 1, 1],"to help out in time of need or trouble",1). c_DEF([ "see through" ,1, 2, 1],"to remain with until the end or completion",1). c_DEF([ "see through" ,1, 3, 1],"to perceive the true nature of",1). c_DEF([ "see",1,1,1 ], "to perceive with the eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to perceive (an idea) mentally;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,1,2 ], "understand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,10,1 ], "to accompany or escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,1 ], "to refer to or look up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,2 ], "(in gambling, esp| in poker) to match (another player's bet) or match the bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,2 ], "of (another player) by staking an equal sum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,3 ], "as far as I can see| to the best of my judgment or understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,4 ], "see fit| to consider proper, desirable, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,5 ], "been asked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,5 ], "see hanged or damned first| Informal| to refuse absolutely to do what one has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,6 ], "see right| Brit| informal| to ensure fair treatment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,7 ], "see the light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,8 ], "see you, see you later, or be seeing you| an expression of farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,9 ], "speaking or add slight emphasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,11,9 ], "you see| Informal| a parenthetical filler phrase used to make a pause in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,2,1 ], "to perceive with any or all of the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,3,1 ], "to be aware of in advance; foresee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,3,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to ascertain or find out (a fact);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,3,2 ], "learn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,3,3 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,3,4 ], "something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,3,4 ], "when intr|, foll| by to) to make sure (of something) or take care (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,3,5 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to consider, deliberate, or decide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,4,1 ], "to have experience of; undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,5,1 ], "to allow to be in a specified condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,6,1 ], "to be characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,7,1 ], "to meet or pay a visit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,8,1 ], "to receive, esp| as a guest or visitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",1,9,1 ], "to frequent the company of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "see",2,1,1 ], "procathedral is situated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "see",2,1,1 ], "the diocese of a bishop, or the place within it where his cathedral or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed capsule",1,1,1 ], "the part of a fruit enclosing the seeds; pericarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed coat",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for testa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed coral",1,1,1 ], "small pieces of coral used in jewellery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed corn",1,1,1 ], "the good quality ears or kernels of corn that are used as seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed fern",1,1,1 ], "another name for pteridosperm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed leaf",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for cotyledon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed money",1,1,1 ], "money used for the establishment of an enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed oyster",1,1,1 ], "a young oyster, esp| a cultivated oyster, ready for transplantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed pearl",1,1,1 ], "a tiny pearl weighing less than a quarter of a grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed plant",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for spermatophyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed potato",1,1,1 ], "a potato tuber used for planting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed vessel",1,1,1 ], "a dry fruit, such as a capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,1 ], "a mature fertilized plant ovule, consisting of an embryo and its food store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,1 ], "surrounded by a protective seed coat (testa)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,10 ], "a small crystal added to a supersaturated solution or supercooled liquid to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,10 ], "induce crystallization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,11 ], "go or run to seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,11,1 ], "(of plants) to produce and shed seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,11,2 ], "to lose vigour, usefulness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,2 ], "the small hard seedlike fruit of plants such as wheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,3 ], "any propagative part of a plant, such as a tuber, spore, or bulb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,4 ], "such parts collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,5 ], "the source, beginning, or germ of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,6 ], "offspring or descendants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,7 ], "an archaic or dialect term for sperm or semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,8 ], "a seeded player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,1,9 ], "the egg cell or cells of the lobster and certain other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,2,1 ], "to plant (seeds, grain, etc|) in (soil)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,3,1 ], "(of plants) to form or shed seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,4,1 ], "to remove the seeds from (fruit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,5,1 ], "order to cause crystallization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,5,1 ], "to add a small crystal to (a supersaturated solution or supercooled liquid) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,6,1 ], "cause rain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,6,1 ], "to scatter certain substances, such as silver iodide, in (clouds) in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,7,1,1 ], "to arrange (the draw of a tournament) so that outstanding teams or players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,7,1,1 ], "will not meet in the early rounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seed",1,7,1,2 ], "to distribute (players or teams) in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seedbed",1,1,1 ], "a plot of land in which seeds or seedlings are grown before being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seedbed",1,1,1 ], "transplanted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seedbed",1,1,2 ], "the place where something develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seedcake",1,1,1 ], "a sweet cake flavoured with caraway seeds and lemon rind or essence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeder",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeder",1,1,2 ], "a device used to remove seeds, as from fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeder",1,1,3 ], "any of various devices for sowing grass seed or grain on the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeder",1,1,3 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seedling",1,1,1 ], "a plant produced from a seed, esp| a very young plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seedy",1,1,1 ], "seedier, seediest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seedy",1,1,2 ], "shabby or unseemly in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seedy",1,1,3 ], "(of a plant) at the stage of producing seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seedy",1,1,4 ], "not physically fit; sickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeing",1,1,1 ], "the sense or faculty of sight; vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeing",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seeing",1,1,2 ], "the condition of the atmosphere with respect to observation of stars, planets," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeing",1,2,1 ], "in light of the fact (that); inasmuch as; since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek out",1,1,1 ], "to search hard for a specific person or thing and find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|)(when intr|, often foll| by for or after)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek",1,1,2 ], "to try to find by searching; look for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek",1,1,3 ], "to try to obtain or acquire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek",1,1,4 ], "to attempt (to do something); try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek",1,1,5 ], "to enquire about or request (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek",1,1,6 ], "to go or resort to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seek",1,1,7 ], "an archaic word for explore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seel",1,1,1 ], "to sew up the eyelids of (a hawk or falcon) so as to render it quiet and tame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seel",1,1,2 ], "to close up the eyes of, esp| by blinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seem",1,1,1 ], "(may take an infinitive) to appear to the mind or eye; look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seem",1,1,2 ], "to give the impression of existing; appear to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seem",1,1,3 ], "noncommittal, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seem",1,1,3 ], "used to diminish the force of a following infinitive to be polite, more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeming",1,1,1 ], "apparent but not actual or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seeming",1,2,1 ], "outward or false appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seemly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seemly",1,1,2 ], "proper or fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seemly",1,1,3 ], "pleasing or handsome in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seemly",1,2,1 ], "properly or decorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seen",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of see'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seep",1,1,1 ], "to pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings; ooze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seep",1,2,1 ], "a small spring or place where water, oil, etc|, has oozed through the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seep",1,2,2 ], "another word for seepage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seepage",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of seeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seepage",1,1,2 ], "liquid or moisture that has seeped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seer",1,1,1 ], "a person who can supposedly see into the future; prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seer",1,1,2 ], "a person who professes supernatural powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seer",1,1,3 ], "a person who sees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seer",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of ser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seersucker",1,1,1 ], "a light cotton, linen, or other fabric with a crinkled surface and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seersucker",1,1,1 ], "striped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seesaw",1,1,1 ], "a plank balanced in the middle so that two people seated on the ends can ride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seesaw",1,1,1 ], "up and down by pushing on the ground with their feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seesaw",1,1,2 ], "the pastime of riding up and down on a seesaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seesaw",1,1,2,1 ], "an up-and-down or back-and-forth movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seesaw",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seesaw",1,2,1 ], "to move up and down or back and forth in such a manner; oscillate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seethe",1,1,1 ], "to boil or to foam as if boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seethe",1,2,1 ], "to be in a state of extreme agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seethe",1,3,1 ], "to soak in liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seethe",1,4,1 ], "to cook or extract the essence of (a food) by boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seethe",1,5,1 ], "the act or state of seething" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,1,1,1 ], "a part of a line or curve between two points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,1,1,2 ], "a part of a plane or solid figure cut off by an intersecting line, plane, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,1,1,2 ], "planes, esp| one between a chord and an arc of a circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,1,2 ], "one of several parts or sections into which an object is divided; portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,1,3 ], "any of the parts into which the body or appendages of an annelid or arthropod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,1,3 ], "are divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,1,4 ], "a speech sound considered in isolation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segment",1,2,1 ], "to cut or divide (a whole object) into segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segmental",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or having the form of a segment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segmental",1,1,2 ], "divided into segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segmental",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or constituting an isolable speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segmentation cavity",1,1,1 ], "another name for blastocoel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segmentation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of dividing into segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segmentation",1,1,2 ], "another name for cleavage ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segmentation",1,1,3 ], "another name for metamerism ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segno",1,1,1 ], "a sign at the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregate",1,1,1 ], "to set or be set apart from others or from the main group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregate",1,2,1 ], "to impose segregation on (a racial or minority group)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregate",1,2,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo segregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregation",1,1,1 ], "the act of segregating or state of being segregated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregation",1,1,2 ], "for the use of a minority group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "segregation",1,1,2 ], "the practice or policy of creating separate facilities within the same society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregation",1,1,3 ], "separate gametes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "segregation",1,1,3 ], "the separation at meiosis of the two members of any pair of alleles into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregation",1,1,4 ], "small regions within the solid or on the solid's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "segregation",1,1,4 ], "the process in which a component of an alloy or solid solution separates in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "segregationist",1,1,1 ], "a person who favours, advocates, or practises racial segregation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seguidilla",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish dance in a fast triple rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seguidilla",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seguidilla",1,1,3 ], "a stanzaic form consisting of four to seven lines and marked by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seguidilla",1,1,3 ], "characteristic rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sei whale",1,1,1 ], "a rorqual, Balaenoptera borealis, hunted for its fine whalebone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seicento",1,1,1 ], "the 17th century with reference to Italian art and literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seiche",1,1,1 ], "a periodic rhythmical movement of a body of water caused by variations in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seiche",1,1,1 ], "level of the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seif dune",1,1,1 ], "(in deserts, esp| the Sahara) a long ridge of blown sand, often several miles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seif dune",1,1,1 ], "long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seigneur",1,1,1 ], "a feudal lord, esp| in France" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigneur",1,1,2 ], "(in French Canada) the landlord of an estate that was subdivided among" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigneur",1,1,2 ], "peasants who held their plots by a form of feudal tenure until 1854" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seigneury",1,1,1 ], "the estate of a seigneur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seignior",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for a seigneur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seignior",1,1,2 ], "(in England) the lord of a seigniory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigniorage",1,1,1 ], "something claimed by a sovereign or superior as a prerogative, right, or due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigniorage",1,1,2 ], "a fee payable to a government for coining bullion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigniorage",1,1,3 ], "coin made from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seigniorage",1,1,3 ], "the difference in value between the cost of bullion and the face value of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigniory",1,1,1 ], "less common names for a seigneury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigniory",1,1,2 ], "(in England) the fee or manor of a seignior; a feudal domain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigniory",1,1,3 ], "the authority of a seignior or the relationship between him and his tenants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seigniory",1,1,4 ], "a body of lords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seine",1,1,1 ], "a large fishing net that hangs vertically in the water by means of floats at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seine",1,1,1 ], "the top and weights at the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seine",1,2,1 ], "to catch (fish) using this net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seise",1,1,1 ], "to put into legal possession of (property, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seisin",1,1,1 ], "feudal possession of an estate in land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seism",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seismic" ,1, 1, 2],"relating to or caused by earthquakes or artificially produced earth tremors",1). c_DEF([ "seismism",1,1,1 ], "the processes and phenomena associated with earthquakes, collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seismo-",1,1,1 ], "earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seismograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that registers and records the features of earthquakes| A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seismograph",1,1,1 ], "seismogram is the record from such an instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seismology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geology concerned with the study of earthquakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seismoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that indicates the occurrence of an earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,1 ], "(also intr|, foll| by on) to take hold of quickly; grab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,2 ], "to grasp mentally, esp| rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,3 ], "to take mental possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,4 ], "to take possession of rapidly and forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,5 ], "to take legal possession of; take into custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,6 ], "to take by force or capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,7 ], "to take immediate advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,1,8 ], "Nautical| to bind (two ropes together or a piece of gear to a rope)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seize",1,2,1 ], "(of mechanical parts) to become jammed, esp| because of excessive heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seizing",1,1,1 ], "a binding used for holding together two ropes, two spars, etc|, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seizing",1,1,1 ], "lashing with a separate rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seizure",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of seizing or the state of being seized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seizure",1,1,2 ], "a sudden manifestation or recurrence of a disease, such as an epileptic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seizure",1,1,2 ], "convulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sejant",1,1,1 ], "(of a beast) shown seated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selachian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Selachii (or Elasmobranchii), a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selachian",1,1,1 ], "subclass of cartilaginous fishes including the sharks, rays, dogfish, and skates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selachian",1,2,1 ], "any fish belonging to the subclass Selachii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selaginella",1,1,1 ], "any club moss of the genus Selaginella, having stems covered in small pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selaginella",1,1,1 ], "leaves and small spore-bearing cones: family Selaginellaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selah",1,1,1 ], "a Hebrew word of unknown meaning occurring in the Old Testament psalms, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selah",1,1,1 ], "thought to be a musical direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seldom",1,1,1 ], "not often; rarely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "select" ,1, 1, 1],"to choose (someone or something) in preference to another or others",1). c_DEF([ "select" ,1, 2, 1],"chosen in preference to another or others",1). c_DEF([ "select" ,1, 2, 2],"of particular quality or excellence",1). c_DEF([ "select" ,1, 2, 3],"limited as to membership or entry",1). c_DEF([ "select" ,1, 2, 4],"careful in making a choice",1). c_DEF([ "selectee",1,1,1 ], "a person who is selected, esp| for military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selection",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of selecting or the state of being selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selection",1,1,2 ], "a thing or number of things that have been selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selection",1,1,3 ], "a range from which something may be selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selection",1,1,4 ], "reproduced and perpetuated in the species in preference to others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selection",1,1,4 ], "the natural or artificial process by which certain organisms or characters are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selection",1,1,5 ], "a contestant in a race chosen as likely to win or come second or third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selective attention",1,1,1 ], "mixture of messages occurring simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selective attention",1,1,1 ], "the process by which a person can selectively pick out one message from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selective service",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) compulsory military service under which men were conscripted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selective service",1,1,1 ], "selectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selective",1,1,1 ], "of or characterized by selection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selective",1,1,2 ], "tending to choose carefully or characterized by careful choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selective",1,1,3 ], "frequency or band of frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selective",1,1,3 ], "occurring at, operating at, or capable of separating out a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selectivity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being selective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selectivity",1,1,2 ], "separate the frequency of a desired signal from other frequencies by tuning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selectivity",1,1,2 ], "the degree to which a radio receiver or other circuit can respond to and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selectman",1,1,1 ], "any of the members of the local boards of most New England towns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selector",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that selects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selector",1,1,2 ], "a device used in automatic telephone switching that connects one circuit with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selector",1,1,2 ], "any one of a number of other circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selector",1,1,3 ], "a person who chooses the members of a sports team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenate",1,1,1 ], "acid with metal ions or organic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester formed by replacing one or both of the hydrogens of selenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline soluble strong dibasic acid analogous to sulphuric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenic acid",1,1,1 ], "acid| Formula: H2SeO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing selenium, esp| in the hexavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenious acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: H2SeO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenious acid",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble crystalline strong dibasic acid analogous to sulphurous acid|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenious",1,1,1 ], "of or containing selenium in the divalent or tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenite",1,1,1 ], "a colourless glassy variety of gypsum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenium cell",1,1,1 ], "a photoelectric cell containing a strip of selenium between two metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenium cell",1,1,1 ], "electrodes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenium",1,1,1 ], "a nonmetallic element that exists in several allotropic forms| It occurs free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 684|9 degrees C (grey)" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "selenium",1,1,1 ], "crystalline solid that is photoconductive, photovoltaic, and semiconducting: used in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "selenium",1,1,1 ], "in volcanic areas and in sulphide ores, esp| pyrite| The common form is a grey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenium",1,1,1 ], "photocells, solar cells, and in xerography| Symbol: Se; atomic no|: 34; atomic wt|: 78|96;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "selenium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2,4, or 6; relative density: 4|79 (grey); melting pt|: 217 degrees C (grey);" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "seleno-or selen-",1,1,1 ], "denoting the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenodont",1,1,1 ], "(of the teeth of certain mammals) having crescent-shaped ridges on the crowns," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenodont",1,1,1 ], "as in deer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenodont",1,2,1 ], "a mammal with selenodont teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenography",1,1,1 ], "surface features of the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of astronomy concerned with the description and mapping of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenology",1,1,1 ], "nature, origin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selenology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of astronomy concerned with the moon, its physical characteristics," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selenomorphology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the lunar surface and landscape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,1 ], "distinct identity or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,2 ], "one's bodily make-up or personal characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,3 ], "good self or selves| Rare| a polite way of referring to or addressing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,3 ], "person, used following your, his, her, or their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,4 ], "one's own welfare or interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,5 ], "an individual's consciousness of his own identity or being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,6 ], "a bird, animal, etc|, that is a single colour throughout, esp| a self-coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,1,6 ], "pigeon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,2,1 ], "myself, yourself, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,3,1 ], "the same in colour or material as the rest; matching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self",1,3,2 ], "the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-",1,1,1 ], "of oneself or itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-",1,1,2 ], "by, to, in, due to, for, or from the self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-",1,1,3 ], "automatic or automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-abnegation",1,1,1 ], "the denial of one's own interests in favour of the interests of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-absorption",1,1,1 ], "preoccupation with oneself to the exclusion of others or the outside world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-absorption",1,1,2 ], "by the material itself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-absorption",1,1,2 ], "the process in which some of the radiation emitted by a material is absorbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-abuse",1,1,1 ], "disparagement or misuse of one's own abilities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-abuse",1,1,2 ], "a censorious term for masturbation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-acting",1,1,1 ], "not requiring an external influence or control to function; automatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-actualization",1,1,1 ], "abilities and to understand oneself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-actualization",1,1,1 ], "the process of establishing oneself as a whole person, able to develop one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-addressed",1,1,1 ], "addressed for return to the sender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-addressed",1,1,2 ], "directed to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-aggrandizement",1,1,1 ], "aggressive or ruthless manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-aggrandizement",1,1,1 ], "the act of increasing one's own power, importance, etc|, esp| in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-analysis",1,1,1 ], "the unaided analysis of one's own personality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-annealing",1,1,1 ], "air temperatures and so may be cold-worked without strain-hardening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-annealing",1,1,1 ], "denoting certain metals, such as lead, tin, and zinc, that recrystallize at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-annihilation",1,1,1 ], "the surrender of the self in mystical contemplation, union with God, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-appointed",1,1,1 ], "having assumed authority without the agreement of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-assertion",1,1,1 ], "an aggressive or conceited manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-assertion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of putting forward one's own opinions, etc|, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-assurance",1,1,1 ], "confidence in the validity, value, etc|, of one's own ideas, opinions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-assured",1,1,1 ], "confident of one's own worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-catering",1,1,1 ], "denoting accommodation in which the tenant or visitor provides his own food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-centred",1,1,1 ], "totally preoccupied with one's own concerns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-coloured",1,1,1 ], "having only a single and uniform colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-coloured",1,1,2 ], "(of cloth, material, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-coloured",1,1,2,1 ], "having the natural or original colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-coloured",1,1,2,2 ], "retaining the colour of the thread before weaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-command",1,1,1 ], "another term for self-control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-concept",1,1,1 ], "himself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-concept",1,1,1 ], "the whole set of attitudes, opinions, and cognitions that a person has of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-confessed",1,1,1 ], "according to one's own testimony or admission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-confidence",1,1,1 ], "confidence in one's own powers, judgment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-conscious",1,1,1 ], "unduly aware of oneself as the object of the attention of others; embarrassed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-conscious",1,1,2 ], "conscious of one's existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-contained",1,1,1 ], "containing within itself all parts necessary for completeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-contained",1,1,2 ], "(of a flat) having its own kitchen, bathroom, and lavatory not shared by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-contained",1,1,2 ], "others and usually having its own entrance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-contained",1,1,3 ], "able or tending to keep one's feelings, thoughts, etc|, to oneself; reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-contained",1,1,4 ], "able to control one's feelings or emotions in the presence of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-control",1,1,1 ], "reactions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-control",1,1,1 ], "the ability to exercise restraint or control over one's feelings, emotions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-deception",1,1,1 ], "one's feelings or motives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-deception",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of deceiving oneself, esp| as to the true nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-defence",1,1,1 ], "the act of defending oneself, one's actions, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-defence",1,1,2 ], "boxing as a means of defending the person (esp| in the phrase noble art of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-defence",1,1,2 ], "self-defence)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-defence",1,1,3 ], "attack by the use of no more force than is reasonable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-defence",1,1,3 ], "the right to defend one's person or property against attack or threat of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-denial",1,1,1 ], "the denial or sacrifice of one's own desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-determination",1,1,1 ], "outside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-determination",1,1,1 ], "the power or ability to make a decision for oneself without influence from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-determination",1,1,2 ], "the right of a nation or people to determine its own form of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-determination",1,1,2 ], "without influence from outside" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-discipline",1,1,1 ], "etc|, esp| with the intention of improving oneself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-discipline",1,1,1 ], "the act of disciplining or power to discipline one's own feelings, desires," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-drive",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to a hired car that is driven by the hirer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-educated",1,1,1 ], "educated through one's own efforts without formal instruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-educated",1,1,2 ], "educated at one's own expense, without financial aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-effacement",1,1,1 ], "of humility or timidity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-effacement",1,1,1 ], "the act of making oneself, one's actions, etc|, inconspicuous, esp| because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-employed",1,1,1 ], "earning one's living in one's own business or through freelance work, rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-employed",1,1,1 ], "than as the employee of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-esteem",1,1,1 ], "a good, esp| unduly high, opinion of oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-evident",1,1,1 ], "containing its own evidence or proof without need of further demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-examination",1,1,1 ], "scrutiny of one's own conduct, motives, desires, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-excited",1,1,1 ], "(of an electrical machine) having the current for the magnetic field system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-excited",1,1,1 ], "generated by the machine itself or by an auxiliary machine coupled to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-excited",1,1,2 ], "(of an oscillator) generating its own energy and depending on resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-excited",1,1,2 ], "circuits for frequency determination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-executing",1,1,1 ], "(of a law, treaty, or clause in a deed or contract, etc|) coming into effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-executing",1,1,1 ], "automatically at a specified time, no legislation being needed for enforcement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-existent",1,1,1 ], "existing independently of any other being or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-explanatory",1,1,1 ], "understandable without explanation; self-evident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-expression",1,1,1 ], "poetry, or other creative activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-expression",1,1,1 ], "the expression of one's own personality, feelings, etc|, as in painting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-feeder",1,1,1 ], "any machine or device capable of automatically supplying materials when and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-feeder",1,1,1 ], "available to farm livestock" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "self-feeder",1,1,1 ], "where they are needed, esp| one for making measured quantities of food constantly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-fertilization",1,1,1 ], "fertilization in a plant or animal by the fusion of male and female gametes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-fertilization",1,1,1 ], "produced by the same individual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-forgetful",1,1,1 ], "forgetful of one's own interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-government",1,1,1 ], "the government of a country, nation, etc|, by its own people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-government",1,1,2 ], "the state of being self-controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-government",1,1,3 ], "an archaic term for self-control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-help",1,1,1 ], "assistance of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-help",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of providing the means to help oneself without relying on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-identity",1,1,1 ], "the conscious recognition of the self as having a unique identity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-important",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-important",1,1,1 ], "having or showing an unduly high opinion of one's own abilities, importance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-improvement",1,1,1 ], "efforts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-improvement",1,1,1 ], "the improvement of one's status, position, education, etc|, by one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-induced",1,1,1 ], "induced or brought on by oneself or itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-induced",1,1,2 ], "produced by self-induction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-inductance",1,1,1 ], "force produced in the circuit by self-induction to the rate of change of current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-inductance",1,1,1 ], "producing it| It is usually expressed in henries| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "self-inductance",1,1,1 ], "the inherent inductance of a circuit, given by the ratio of the electromotive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-induction",1,1,1 ], "circuit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "self-induction",1,1,1 ], "linked with the circuit changes as a result of a change in current in the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-induction",1,1,1 ], "the production of an electromotive force in a circuit when the magnetic flux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-indulgent",1,1,1 ], "tending to indulge one's own desires, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-insurance",1,1,1 ], "out of one's income or funds rather than by purchase of an insurance policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-insurance",1,1,1 ], "the practice of insuring oneself or one's property by accumulating a reserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-interest",1,1,1 ], "one's personal interest or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-interest",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of pursuing one's own interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-justification",1,1,1 ], "behaviour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-justification",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of justifying or providing excuses for one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-justifying",1,1,1 ], "(of a typesetting machine) automatically adjusting the lengths of lines of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-justifying",1,1,1 ], "type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-justifying",1,1,2 ], "offering excuses for one's behaviour, often when they are not called for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-knowledge",1,1,1 ], "knowledge of one's own character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-liquidating",1,1,1 ], "(of a loan, bill of exchange, etc|) used to finance transactions whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-liquidating",1,1,1 ], "proceeds are expected to accrue before the date of redemption or repayment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-liquidating",1,1,2 ], "(of a business transaction, project, investment, etc|) yielding proceeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-liquidating",1,1,2 ], "sufficient to cover the initial outlay or to finance any recurrent outlays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-loading",1,1,1 ], "(of a firearm) utilizing some of the force of the explosion to eject the empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-loading",1,1,1 ], "shell and replace it with a new one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-love",1,1,1 ], "own interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-love",1,1,1 ], "the instinct or tendency to seek one's own well-being or to further one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-made",1,1,1 ], "having achieved wealth, status, etc|, by one's own efforts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-made",1,1,2 ], "made by oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-opinionated",1,1,1 ], "having an unduly high regard for oneself or one's own opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-opinionated",1,1,2 ], "clinging stubbornly to one's own opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-pity",1,1,1 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-pity",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of pitying oneself, esp| in an exaggerated or self-indulgent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-pollination",1,1,1 ], "the transfer of pollen from the anthers to the stigma of the same flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-possessed",1,1,1 ], "having control of one's emotions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-preservation",1,1,1 ], "the preservation of oneself from danger or injury, esp| as a basic instinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-pronouncing",1,1,1 ], "(in a phonetic transcription) of, relating to, or denoting a word that, except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-pronouncing",1,1,1 ], "for additional diacritic marks of stress, may keep the letters of its ordinary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-pronouncing",1,1,1 ], "orthography to represent its pronunciation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "self-propelled",1,1,1 ], "(of a vehicle) provided with its own source of tractive power rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-propelled",1,1,1 ], "requiring an external means of propulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-raising",1,1,1 ], "(of flour) having a raising agent, such as bicarbonate of soda, already added" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-realization",1,1,1 ], "the realization or fulfilment of one's own potential or abilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-regard",1,1,1 ], "concern for one's own interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-regard",1,1,2 ], "proper esteem for oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-reliance",1,1,1 ], "reliance on one's own abilities, decisions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-renunciation",1,1,1 ], "of those of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-renunciation",1,1,1 ], "the renunciation of one's own rights, claims, interest, etc|, esp| in favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-reproach",1,1,1 ], "the act of finding fault with or blaming oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-respect",1,1,1 ], "a proper sense of one's own dignity and integrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-restraint",1,1,1 ], "restraint imposed by oneself on one's own feelings, desires, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-righteous",1,1,1 ], "having or showing an exaggerated awareness of one's own virtuousness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-righteous",1,1,1 ], "rights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-rule",1,1,1 ], "another term for self-government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-sacrifice",1,1,1 ], "for the well-being of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-sacrifice",1,1,1 ], "the sacrifice of one's own desires, interest, etc|, for the sake of duty or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-satisfied",1,1,1 ], "behaviour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-satisfied",1,1,1 ], "having or showing a complacent satisfaction with oneself, one's own actions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-sealing",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of an envelope) designed to become sealed with the application of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-sealing",1,1,1 ], "pressure only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-seeking",1,1,1 ], "exclusively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-seeking",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of seeking one's own profit or interest, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-seeking",1,2,1 ], "having or showing an exclusive preoccupation with one's own profit or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-seeking",1,2,1 ], "interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-service",1,1,1 ], "of or denoting a shop, restaurant, etc|, where the customer serves himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-service",1,2,1 ], "the practice of serving oneself, as in a shop, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-sown",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) growing from seed dispersed by any means other than by the agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-sown",1,1,1 ], "of man or animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-starter",1,1,1 ], "an electric motor used to start an internal-combustion engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-starter",1,1,2 ], "the switch that operates this motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-styled" ,1, 1, 1],"claiming to be of a specified nature, quality, profession, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "self-sufficient" ,1, 1, 1],"able to provide for or support oneself without the help of others",1). c_DEF([ "self-sufficient" ,1, 1, 2],"having undue confidence in oneself, one's own abilities, etc",1). c_DEF([ "self-suggestion",1,1,1 ], "another term for autosuggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-supporting",1,1,1 ], "able to support or maintain oneself without the help of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-supporting",1,1,2 ], "able to stand up or hold firm without support, props, attachments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-will",1,1,1 ], "others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "self-will",1,1,1 ], "stubborn adherence to one's own will, desires, etc|, esp| at the expense of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-winding",1,1,1 ], "(of a wrist watch) having a mechanism, activated by the movements of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "self-winding",1,1,1 ], "wearer, in which a rotating or oscillating weight rewinds the mainspring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selfheal",1,1,1 ], "(labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "selfheal",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing European herbaceous plant, Prunella vulgaris, with tightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfheal",1,1,1 ], "clustered violet-blue flowers and reputedly having healing powers: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selfheal",1,1,2 ], "any of several other plants thought to have healing powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfhood",1,1,1,1 ], "the state of having a distinct identity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfhood",1,1,1,2 ], "the individuality so possessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfhood",1,1,2 ], "a person's character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfhood",1,1,3 ], "the quality of being egocentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfish",1,1,1 ], "chiefly concerned with one's own interest, advantage, etc|, esp| to the total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfish",1,1,1 ], "exclusion of the interests of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selfish",1,1,2 ], "relating to or characterized by selfishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfless",1,1,1 ], "having little concern for one's own interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selfsame",1,1,1 ], "the very same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell off",1,1,1 ], "to sell (remaining or unprofitable items), esp| at low prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell out" ,1, 1, 1]," to dispose of (supplies of something)",1). c_DEF([ "sell out" ,1, 1, 1],"completely by selling",2). c_DEF([ "sell out" ,1, 2, 1],"to betray, esp| through a secret agreement",1). c_DEF([ "sell up",1,2,1 ], "discharge his debts as far as possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sell up",1,2,1 ], "to sell all (the possessions or assets) of (a bankrupt debtor) in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell up",1,3,1 ], "to sell a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,1,1 ], "exchange for money or other consideration; put or be on sale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,1,1 ], "to dispose of or transfer or be disposed of or transferred to a purchaser in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,1,2 ], "to deal in (objects, property, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,2,1 ], "to give up or surrender for a price or reward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,2,2 ], "to promote or facilitate the sale of (objects, property, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,2,3 ], "to induce or gain acceptance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,3,1 ], "to be in demand on the market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,4,1 ], "to deceive or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,1 ], "to persuade to accept or approve (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,2 ], "sell down the river| Informal| to betray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,3 ], "sell oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,3,1 ], "to convince someone else of one's potential or worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,3,2 ], "to give up one's moral or spiritual standards, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,4 ], "sell short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,4,1 ], "Informal| to disparage or belittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,4,2 ], "Finance| to sell securities or goods without owning them in anticipation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,5,4,2 ], "buying them before delivery at a lower price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of selling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sell",1,6,2 ], "a trick, hoax, or deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seller",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seller",1,1,2 ], "an article to be sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seller",1,1,3 ], "short for selling race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sellers' market",1,1,1 ], "a market in which demand exceeds supply and sellers can influence prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selling race",1,1,1 ], "a horse race in which the winner must be offered for sale at auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selling-plater",1,1,1 ], "a horse that competes, or is only good enough to compete, in a selling race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selling-plater",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing of limited ability or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selsyn",1,1,1 ], "another name for synchro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selva",1,1,1 ], "broad-leaved evergreen trees, epiphytes, lianas, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selva",1,1,1 ], "dense equatorial forest, esp| in the Amazon basin, characterized by tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selva",1,1,2 ], "a tract of such forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selvage",1,1,1 ], "the finished nonfraying edge of a length of woven fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selvage",1,1,2 ], "a similar strip of material allowed in fabricating a metal or plastic article," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selvage",1,1,2 ], "used esp| for handling components during manufacture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "selves",1,1,1,1 ], "the plural of self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "selves",1,1,1,2 ], "ourselves, yourselves, themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semanteme",1,1,1 ], "another word for sememe ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semantic",1,1,1 ], "different words or symbols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semantic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to meaning or arising from distinctions between the meanings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semantic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to semantics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semantics",1,1,1 ], "meaning, and the principles that govern the relationship between sentences or words and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semantics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of linguistics that deals with the study of meaning, changes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semantics",1,1,1 ], "their meanings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "semantics",1,1,2 ], "represent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semantics",1,1,2 ], "the study of the relationships between signs and symbols and what they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semantics",1,1,3 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semantics",1,1,3 ], "the principles that determine the truth-values of the formulas in a logical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semaphore",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for conveying information by means of visual signals, as with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semaphore",1,1,1 ], "movable arms or railway signals, flags, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semaphore",1,1,2 ], "a system of signalling by holding a flag in each hand and moving the arms to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semaphore",1,1,2 ], "designated positions to denote each letter of the alphabet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semaphore",1,2,1 ], "to signal (information) by means of semaphore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semasiology",1,1,1 ], "another name for semantics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sematic",1,1,1 ], "(of the conspicuous coloration of certain animals) acting as a warning, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sematic",1,1,1 ], "to potential predators" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sematology",1,1,1 ], "another name for semantics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semblable",1,1,1 ], "resembling or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semblable",1,1,2 ], "apparent rather than real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semblable",1,2,1 ], "something that resembles another thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semblable",1,2,2 ], "a resemblance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semblance",1,1,1 ], "outward appearance, esp| without any inner substance or reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semblance",1,1,2 ], "a resemblance or copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semei-",1,1,1 ], "for words beginning thus, see the more common spelling in semi-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sememe",1,1,1 ], "the meaning of a morpheme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sememe",1,1,2 ], "a minimum unit of meaning in terms of which it is sometimes proposed that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sememe",1,1,2 ], "meaning in general might be analysed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semen",1,1,1 ], "male genital tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semen",1,1,1 ], "the thick whitish fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semen",1,1,2 ], "another name for sperm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semester",1,1,1 ], "either of two divisions of the academic year, ranging from 15 to 18 weeks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semester",1,1,2 ], "(in German universities) a session of six months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semi",1,1,1 ], "short for semidetached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semi",1,1,2 ], "short for semifinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semi",1,1,3 ], "short for semitrailer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semi-",1,1,1 ], "half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semi-",1,1,2 ], "partially, partly, not completely, or almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semi-",1,1,3 ], "occurring twice in a specified period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiannual",1,1,1 ], "occurring every half-year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiannual",1,1,2 ], "lasting for half a year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiaquatic",1,1,1 ], "(of organisms, esp| plants) occurring close to the water and sometimes within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiaquatic",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiarid",1,1,1 ], "characterized by scanty rainfall and scrubby vegetation, often occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiarid",1,1,1 ], "continental interiors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiautomatic",1,1,1 ], "partly automatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiautomatic",1,1,2 ], "(of a firearm) self-loading but firing only one shot at each pull of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiautomatic",1,1,2 ], "trigger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiautomatic",1,2,1 ], "a semiautomatic firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semibold",1,1,1 ], "denoting a weight of typeface between medium and bold face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semibold",1,1,2 ], "denoting matter printed in this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semibold",1,2,1 ], "semibold type| &2560" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semibreve",1,1,1 ], "a note, now the longest in common use, having a time value that may be divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semibreve",1,1,1 ], "by any power of 2 to give all other notes| Usual U|S| name: whole note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semicentennial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the 50th anniversary of some event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semicentennial",1,1,2 ], "occurring once every 50 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semicentennial",1,2,1 ], "a 50th anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semicircle",1,1,1,1 ], "one half of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semicircle",1,1,1,2 ], "half the circumference of a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semicircle",1,1,2 ], "anything having the shape or form of half a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semicircular canal",1,1,1 ], "and equilibrium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "semicircular canal",1,1,1 ], "another, that comprise the labyrinth of the ear: concerned with the sense of orientation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semicircular canal",1,1,1 ], "any of the three looped fluid-filled membranous tubes, at right angles to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semicolon",1,1,1 ], "length between that of a comma and that of a full stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semicolon",1,1,1 ], "the punctuation mark (;) used to indicate a pause intermediate in value or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiconductor",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as germanium or silicon, that has an electrical conductivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiconductor",1,1,1 ], "insulator| The behaviour may be exhibited by the pure substance (intrinsic semiconductor)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "semiconductor",1,1,1 ], "or as a result of impurities (extrinsic semiconductor)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "semiconductor",1,1,1 ], "that increases with temperature and is intermediate between that of a metal and an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiconductor",1,1,1,1 ], "a device, such as a transistor or integrated circuit, that depends on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiconductor",1,1,1,1 ], "properties of such a substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiconductor",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiconscious",1,1,1 ], "not fully conscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semidetached",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a building) joined to another on one side by a common wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semidetached",1,1,2 ], "they live in a suburban semidetached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semidiurnal",1,1,1 ], "of or continuing during half a day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semidiurnal",1,1,2 ], "occurring every 12 hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semidome",1,1,1 ], "a half-dome, esp| one used to cover a semicircular apse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semielliptical",1,1,1 ], "shaped like one half of an ellipse, esp| one divided along the major axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semifinal",1,1,1,1 ], "the round before the final in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semifinal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semifinalist",1,1,1 ], "a player or team taking part in a semifinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semifluid",1,1,1 ], "having properties between those of a liquid and those of a solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semifluid",1,2,1 ], "a substance that has such properties because of high viscosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiliterate",1,1,1 ], "hardly able to read or write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiliterate",1,1,2 ], "able to read but not to write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semilunar valve",1,1,1 ], "either of two crescent-shaped valves, one in the aorta and one in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semilunar valve",1,1,1 ], "pulmonary artery, that prevent regurgitation of blood into the heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semilunar",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a crescent or half-moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminal",1,1,1 ], "potentially capable of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminal",1,1,2 ], "highly original, influential and important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminal",1,1,3 ], "rudimentary or unformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminal",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminar",1,1,1 ], "a small group of students meeting regularly under the guidance of a tutor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminar",1,1,1 ], "professor, etc|, to exchange information, discuss theories, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seminar",1,1,2 ], "one such meeting or the place in which it is held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminar",1,1,3 ], "a higher course for postgraduates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminar",1,1,4 ], "any group or meeting for holding discussions or exchanging information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminarian",1,1,1 ], "a student at a seminary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminary",1,1,1 ], "an academy for the training of priests, rabbis, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminary",1,1,2 ], "a private secondary school, esp| for girls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminary",1,1,3 ], "another word for seminar ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminary",1,1,4 ], "a place where something is grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminary",1,2,1 ], "another word for seminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semination",1,1,1 ], "the production, dispersal, or sowing of seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminiferous",1,1,1 ], "containing, conveying, or producing semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seminiferous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) bearing or producing seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiology" ,1, 1, 1],"another word for ,semiotics",1). c_DEF([ "semiotic",1,1,1 ], "relating to signs and symbols, esp| spoken or written signs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiotic",1,1,2 ], "relating to semiotics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiotic",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the symptoms of disease; symptomatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiotics",1,1,1 ], "signs and their referents in the physical world or the world of ideas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiotics",1,1,1 ], "the study of signs and symbols, esp| the relations between written or spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiotics",1,1,2 ], "the scientific study of the symptoms of disease; symptomatology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semipalmate",1,1,1 ], "(of the feet of some birds) having the front three toes partly webbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiparasitic",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) obtaining shelter and some food from a host but undergoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiparasitic",1,1,1 ], "photosynthesis at the same time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiparasitic",1,1,2 ], "(of plants or animals, esp| fungi) usually parasitic but capable of living as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiparasitic",1,1,2 ], "a saprophyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semipermeable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a cell membrane) selectively permeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiporcelain",1,1,1 ], "a durable porcellaneous stoneware; stone china" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semipostal",1,1,1 ], "charitable cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semipostal",1,1,1 ], "denoting stamps where all or part of the receipts from sale are given to some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiprecious",1,1,1 ], "(of certain stones) having less value than a precious stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semipro",1,2,1 ], "short for semiprofessional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiprofessional",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) engaged in an activity or sport part-time but for pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiprofessional",1,1,2 ], "(of an activity or sport) engaged in by semiprofessional people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiprofessional",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a person whose activities are professional in some respects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiprofessional",1,2,1 ], "a semiprofessional person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiquaver",1,1,1 ], "a note having the time value of one-sixteenth of a semibreve| Usual U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiquaver",1,1,1 ], "sixteenth note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semirigid",1,1,1 ], "partly but not wholly rigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semirigid",1,1,2 ], "(of an airship) maintaining shape by means of a main supporting keel and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semirigid",1,1,2 ], "internal gas pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semiskilled",1,1,1 ], "partly skilled or trained but not sufficiently so to perform specialized work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semisolid",1,1,1,1 ], "having a viscosity and rigidity intermediate between that of a solid and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semisolid",1,1,1,1 ], "liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semisolid",1,1,1,2 ], "partly solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semisolid",1,2,1 ], "a substance in this state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semitone",1,1,1 ], "an interval corresponding to a frequency difference of 100 cents as measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semitone",1,1,1 ], "and its sharpened or flattened equivalent (chromatic semitone);minor second| Also" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "semitone",1,1,1 ], "called (U|S|): half step" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "semitone",1,1,1 ], "certain adjacent degrees of the diatonic scale (diatonic semitone) or between one note" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "semitone",1,1,1 ], "in the system of equal temperament, and denoting the pitch difference between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semitrailer",1,1,1 ], "a type of trailer or articulated lorry that has wheels only at the rear, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semitrailer",1,1,1 ], "front end being supported by the towing vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semitropical",1,1,1 ], "partly tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semitropical",1,1,2 ], "another word for subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semivitreous",1,1,1 ], "partially vitreous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semivitreous",1,1,2 ], "not wholly impervious to liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semivocal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a semivowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semivowel",1,1,1 ], "a true vowel, the nucleus of the syllable| In English and many other languages" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "semivowel",1,1,1 ], "a vowel-like sound that acts like a consonant, in that it serves the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semivowel",1,1,1 ], "function in a syllable carrying the same amount of prominence as a consonant relative to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semivowel",1,1,1 ], "the chief semivowels are (w) in well and (j), represented as y, in yell" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "semivowel",1,1,2 ], "a frictionless continuant classified as one of the liquids;(l) or (r)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semiyearly",1,1,1 ], "another word for semiannual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semolina",1,1,1 ], "puddings, soups, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "semolina",1,1,1 ], "the large hard grains of wheat left after flour has been bolted, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semor sem",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semor sem",1,1,2 ], "dotted (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semper fidelis",1,1,1 ], "always faithful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semper paratus",1,1,1 ], "always prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sempiternal",1,1,1 ], "everlasting; eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "semplice",1,2,1 ], "to be performed in a simple manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sempre",1,1,1 ], "(preceding a tempo or dynamic marking) always consistently|It is used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sempre",1,1,1 ], "indicate that a specified volume, tempo, etc|, is to be sustained throughout a piece or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sempre",1,1,1 ], "passage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sempstress",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for seamstress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sem|",1,1,1 ], "semester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sem|",1,1,2 ], "semicolon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sen",1,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of Japan, Indonesia, and Cambodia, worth one hundredth of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sen",1,1,1 ], "yen, the rupiah, and the riel respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sena",1,1,1 ], "(in India) the army: used in the names of certain paramilitary political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sena",1,1,1 ], "organizations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "senarmontite",1,1,1 ], "a white or grey mineral consisting of antimony trioxide in cubic crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senarmontite",1,1,1 ], "form| Formula: Sb2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "senary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the number six; having six parts or units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senate",1,1,1 ], "any legislative or governing body considered to resemble a Senate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senate",1,1,2 ], "the main governing body at some colleges and universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senator",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Senate or senate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senator",1,1,2 ], "any legislator or statesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senatorial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, befitting, or characteristic of a senator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senatorial",1,1,2 ], "composed of senators" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senatorial",1,1,3 ], "electing or entitled to representation by a senator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senatus consultum",1,1,1 ], "a decree of the Senate of ancient Rome, taking the form of advice to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senatus consultum",1,1,1 ], "magistrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "send down",1,1,1 ], "to expel from a university, esp| permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send down",1,1,2 ], "to send to prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send up" ,1, 1, 1],"to send to prison",1). c_DEF([ "send up" ,1, 1, 2],"to make fun of, esp| by doing an imitation or parody of",1). c_DEF([ "send",1,1,1 ], "another place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,1,1 ], "to cause or order (a person or thing) to be taken, directed, or transmitted to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,1,3 ], "or to do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,1,3 ], "when tr|, takes an infinitive) to dispatch a request or command (for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,2,1 ], "to direct or cause to go to a place or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,3,1 ], "to bring to a state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,4,1 ], "to cause to issue; emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,5,1 ], "to cause to happen or come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,5,2 ], "to transmit (a message) by radio, esp| in the form of pulses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,6,1 ], "to move to excitement or rapture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,6,2 ], "send about his or her business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,6,3 ], "packing| to dismiss or get rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,6,4 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",1,7,1 ], "another word for swash ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "send",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of scend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sendal",1,1,1 ], "a fine silk fabric used, esp| in the Middle Ages, for ceremonial clothing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sendal",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sendal",1,1,2 ], "a garment of such fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 1, 1],"a demonstration of good wishes to a person about to set off on a journey, new",1). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 1, 1],"career, etc",2). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 1, 2],"a start, esp| an auspicious one, to a venture",1). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 2, 1],"n",1). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 2, 2],"to cause to depart; despatch",1). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 2, 3],"(of the referee) to dismiss (a player) from the field of play for some",1). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 2, 3],"offence",2). c_DEF([ "sendoff" ,1, 2, 4],"to give a sendoff to",1). c_DEF([ "senega",1,1,1 ], "a milkwort plant, Polygala senega, of the eastern U|S|, with small white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senega",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "senega",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, used as an expectorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senescent",1,1,1 ], "growing old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senescent",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seneschal",1,1,1 ], "a steward of the household of a medieval prince or nobleman who took charge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seneschal",1,1,1 ], "domestic arrangements, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seneschal",1,1,2 ], "a cathedral official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senile",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senile",1,1,2 ], "mentally or physically weak or infirm on account of old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senile",1,1,3 ], "(of land forms or rivers) at an advanced stage in the cycle of erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior citizen",1,1,1 ], "an elderly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior common room",1,1,1 ], "(in British universities, colleges, etc|) a common room for the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior common room",1,1,1 ], "academic staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,1,1 ], "higher in rank or length of service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,1,2 ], "older in years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to adulthood, maturity, or old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,1,3,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating more advanced or older pupils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,1,3,2 ], "of or relating to a secondary school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,2,1 ], "a senior person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,2,1,1 ], "a senior pupil, student, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senior",1,2,1,2 ], "a fellow of senior rank in an English university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seniority",1,1,1 ], "the state of being senior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seniority",1,1,2 ], "precedence in rank, etc|, due to senior status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senna",1,1,1 ], "angustifolia and C| acutifolia , having typically yellow flowers and long pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "senna",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical plants of the caesalpiniaceous genus Cassia, esp| C|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senna",1,1,2 ], "laxative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "senna",1,1,2 ], "senna leaf| the dried leaflets of any of these plants, used as a cathartic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senna",1,1,3 ], "laxative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "senna",1,1,3 ], "senna pods| the dried fruits of any of these plants, used as a cathartic and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sennet",1,1,1 ], "a fanfare: used as a stage direction in Elizabethan drama" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sennight",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sennit",1,1,1 ], "a flat braided cordage used on ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sennit",1,1,2 ], "plaited straw, grass, palm leaves, etc|, as for making hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senor" ,1, 1, 1],"when placed before a name",1). c_DEF([ "sensate",1,1,1 ], "perceived by the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensate",1,1,2 ], "having the power of sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensation",1,1,1 ], "the power of perceiving through the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensation",1,1,2 ], "a physical condition or experience resulting from the stimulation of one of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensation",1,1,2 ], "the sense organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensation",1,1,3 ], "a general feeling or awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensation",1,1,4 ], "a state of widespread public excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensation",1,1,5 ], "anything that causes such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensational",1,1,1 ], "causing or intended to cause intense feelings, esp| of curiosity, horror," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensational",1,1,1 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensational",1,1,2 ], "extremely good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensational",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the faculty of sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensational",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to sensationalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,1 ], "response" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,1 ], "the use of sensational language, etc|, to arouse an intense emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,2 ], "such sensational matter itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,3 ], "the theory that all knowledge derives from the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,3,2 ], "Ethics| the doctrine that the ability to gratify the senses is the only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,3,2 ], "criterion of goodness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,4 ], "sensations and remembered images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,4 ], "the theory that all experience and mental life may be explained in terms of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensationalism",1,1,5 ], "the theory of the beauty of sensuality in the arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense datum",1,1,1 ], "a unit of sensation or empirical knowledge, such as a sharp pain or an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense datum",1,1,1 ], "after-image, detached from the information it may convey about reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sense organ",1,1,1 ], "a structure in animals that is specialized for receiving external stimuli and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense organ",1,1,1 ], "transmitting them in the form of nervous impulses to the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sense perception",1,1,1 ], "awareness or perception gained through the senses rather than the intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,1 ], "any of the five faculties of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,1 ], "which humans and animals perceive the external world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,10 ], "one of two opposite directions in which a vector can operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,11 ], "make sense| to be reasonable or understandable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,12 ], "take leave of one's senses| Informal| to go mad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,2 ], "such faculties collectively; the ability to perceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,3 ], "a feeling perceived through one of the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,4 ], "a mental perception or awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,5 ], "moral discernment; understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,6 ], "sound practical judgment or intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,7 ], "reason or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,8 ], "substance or gist; meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,1,9 ], "an opinion or consensus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,2,1 ], "to perceive through one or more of the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,2,2 ], "to apprehend or detect without or in advance of the evidence of the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,2,3 ], "to understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,2,3,1 ], "to test or locate the position of (a part of computer hardware)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sense",1,2,3,2 ], "to read (data)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senseless",1,1,1 ], "lacking in sense; foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senseless",1,1,2 ], "lacking in feeling; unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senseless",1,1,3 ], "lacking in perception; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensibilia",1,1,1 ], "that which can be sensed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensibility",1,1,1 ], "the ability to perceive or feel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensibility",1,1,2 ], "the capacity for responding to emotion, impression, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensibility",1,1,3 ], "the capacity for responding to aesthetic stimuli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensibility",1,1,4 ], "mental responsiveness; discernment; awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensibility",1,1,5 ], "emotional or moral feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensibility",1,1,6 ], "attack by parasites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensibility",1,1,6 ], "the condition of a plant of being susceptible to external influences, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensible",1,1,1 ], "having or showing good sense or judgment; practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensible",1,1,2 ], "having the capacity for sensation; sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensible",1,1,3 ], "capable of being apprehended by the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensible",1,1,4 ], "perceptible to the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensible",1,1,5 ], "having perception; aware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensible",1,1,6 ], "readily perceived; considerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensible",1,2,1 ], "a less common term for leading note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensillum",1,1,1 ], "a sense organ in insects, typically consisting of a receptor organ in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensillum",1,1,1 ], "integument connected to sensory neurons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive plant",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American mimosa plant, Mimosa pudica, the leaflets and stems of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive plant",1,1,1 ], "which fold if touched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive plant",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar plants, such as the caesalpiniaceous plant Cassia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive plant",1,1,2 ], "nictitans of E North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,1 ], "having the power of sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,2 ], "easily irritated; delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,3 ], "affected by external conditions or stimuli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,4 ], "easily offended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the senses or the power of sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,6 ], "capable of registering small differences or changes in amounts, quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,7 ], "having a high sensitivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,8 ], "classified information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,8 ], "connected with matters affecting national security, esp| through access to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,9 ], "(of a stock market or prices) quickly responsive to external influences and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitive",1,1,9 ], "thus fluctuating or tending to fluctuate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitivity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitivity",1,1,2 ], "stimulus, drug, allergen, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitivity",1,1,2 ], "the state, condition, or quality of reacting or being sensitive to an external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitivity",1,1,3 ], "signal, such as a current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitivity",1,1,3 ], "the magnitude or time of response of an instrument, circuit, etc|, to an input" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitivity",1,1,4 ], "esp| to light of a particular colour, expressed in terms of its speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitivity",1,1,4 ], "the degree of response of an emulsion to light or other actinic radiation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitize",1,2,1 ], "to render (an individual) sensitive to a drug, allergen, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitize",1,3,1 ], "containing special chemicals, such as dyes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sensitize",1,3,1 ], "light of a particular colour, by coating it with a photographic emulsion often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensitize",1,3,1 ], "to make (a material) sensitive to light or to other actinic radiation, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the sensitivity to light of a photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensitometer",1,1,1 ], "material over a range of exposures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensor",1,1,1 ], "anything, such as a photoelectric cell, that receives a signal or stimulus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensor",1,1,1 ], "responds to it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensorimotor",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to both the sensory and motor functions of an organism or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensorimotor",1,1,1 ], "the nerves controlling them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensorium",1,1,1 ], "sensations from the outside world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensorium",1,1,1 ], "the area of the brain considered responsible for receiving and integrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensorium",1,1,2 ], "the entire sensory and intellectual apparatus of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensory deprivation",1,1,1 ], "an experimental situation in which all stimulation is cut off from the sensory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensory deprivation",1,1,1 ], "receptors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensory",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the senses or the power of sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensory",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to those processes and structures within an organism that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensory",1,1,2 ], "receive stimuli from the environment and convey them to the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sensual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any of the senses or sense organs; bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensual",1,1,2 ], "strongly or unduly inclined to gratification of the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensual",1,1,3 ], "tending to arouse the bodily appetites, esp| the sexual appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensual",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to sensualism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensualism",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensualism",1,1,2 ], "another word for sensationalism (senses 3a, b)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensuality",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensuality",1,1,2 ], "excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensuous",1,1,1 ], "aesthetically pleasing to the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensuous",1,1,2 ], "appreciative of or moved by qualities perceived by the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sensuous",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or derived from the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sent",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of send" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence connector",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase that introduces a clause or sentence and serves as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence connector",1,1,1 ], "buying eggs and also I'm looking for a dessert for tonight|It may be preceded by a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sentence connector",1,1,1 ], "coordinating conjunction" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sentence connector",1,1,1 ], "transition between it and a previous clause or sentence, as for example also in I'm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentence stress",1,1,1 ], "meaning or emphasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentence stress",1,1,1 ], "the stress given to a word or words in a sentence, often conveying nuances of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence substitute",1,1,1 ], "a word or phrase, esp| one traditionally classified as an adverb, that is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence substitute",1,1,1 ], "in place of a finite sentence, such as yes, no, certainly, and never" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of words capable of standing alone to make an assertion, ask a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,1 ], "finite verb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,1 ], "question, or give a command, usually consisting of a subject and a predicate containing a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,2 ], "proceedings, esp| the decision as to what punishment is to be imposed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,2 ], "the judgment formally pronounced upon a person convicted in criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,3 ], "an opinion, judgment, or decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,4 ], "another word for period ,1,11" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,5 ], "any short passage of scripture employed in liturgical use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,1,6 ], "a proverb, maxim, or aphorism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentence",1,2,1 ], "to pronounce sentence on (a convicted person) in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentential function",1,1,1 ], "an expression containing one or more variables and becoming a declarative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentential function",1,1,1 ], "sentence when the variables are substituted by constants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sententious",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or full of aphorisms, terse pithy sayings, or axioms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sententious",1,1,2 ], "constantly using aphorisms, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sententious",1,1,3 ], "tending to indulge in pompous moralizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentience",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being sentient; awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentience",1,1,2 ], "sense perception not involving intelligence or mental perception; feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentient",1,1,1 ], "having the power of sense perception or sensation; conscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentient",1,2,1 ], "a sentient person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentiment",1,1,1 ], "susceptibility to tender, delicate, or romantic emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentiment",1,1,2 ], "a thought, opinion, or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentiment",1,1,3 ], "exaggerated, overindulged, or mawkish feeling or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentiment",1,1,4 ], "an expression of response to deep feeling, esp| in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentiment",1,1,5 ], "a feeling, emotion, or awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentiment",1,1,6 ], "a mental attitude modified or determined by feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimental value",1,1,1 ], "particular person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentimental value",1,1,1 ], "the value of an article in terms of its sentimental associations for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimental",1,1,1 ], "tending to indulge the emotions excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimental",1,1,2 ], "making a direct appeal to the emotions, esp| to romantic feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimental",1,1,3 ], "relating to or characterized by sentiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimentalism",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimentalism",1,1,2 ], "an act, statement, etc|, that is sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimentality",1,1,1 ], "the state, quality, or an instance of being sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimentality",1,1,2 ], "an act, statement, etc|, that is sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentimentalize",1,1,1 ], "to make sentimental or behave sentimentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentinel",1,1,1 ], "a person, such as a sentry, assigned to keep guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentinel",1,1,2 ], "a character used to indicate the beginning or end of a particular block of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentinel",1,1,2 ], "information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentinel",1,2,1 ], "to guard as a sentinel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentinel",1,2,2 ], "to post as a sentinel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentinel",1,2,3 ], "to provide with a sentinel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentry box",1,1,1 ], "a small shelter with an open front in which a sentry may stand to be sheltered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentry box",1,1,1 ], "from the weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentry",1,1,1 ], "a soldier who guards or prevents unauthorized access to a place, keeps watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sentry",1,1,1 ], "for danger, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sentry",1,1,2 ], "the watch kept by a sentry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "senza",1,1,1 ], "without; omitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepal",1,1,1 ], "any of the separate parts of the calyx of a flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepaloid",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of petals) resembling a sepal in structure and function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separable",1,1,1 ], "able to be separated, divided, or parted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate school",1,1,1 ], "(in Canada) a school for a large religious minority financed by its rates and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate school",1,1,1 ], "administered by its own school board but under the authority of the provincial department of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "separate school",1,1,1 ], "education" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,2,1 ], "to act as a barrier between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,2,2 ], "to put or force or be put or forced apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,2,3 ], "to part or be parted from a mass or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,3,1 ], "to discriminate between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,3,2 ], "to divide or be divided into component parts; sort or be sorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,3,3 ], "to sever or be severed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,4,1 ], "(of a married couple) to cease living together by mutual agreement or after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,4,1 ], "obtaining a decree of judicial separation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,5,1 ], "existing or considered independently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,5,2 ], "disunited or apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,5,3 ], "set apart from the main body or mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,5,4 ], "distinct, individual, or particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,5,5 ], "solitary or withdrawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,5,6 ], "designating or relating to a Church or similar institution that has ceased to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separate",1,5,6 ], "have associations with an original parent organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "separates",1,1,1 ], "combination with others, usually unmatching; skirts, blouses, jackets, trousers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "separates",1,1,1 ], "women's outer garments that only cover part of the body and so are worn in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separation",1,1,1 ], "the act of separating or state of being separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separation",1,1,2 ], "the place or line where a separation is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separation",1,1,3 ], "a gap that separates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separation",1,1,4 ], "agreement or under a decree of a court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "separation",1,1,4 ], "the cessation of cohabitation between a man and wife, either by mutual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separation",1,1,4,1 ], "the act of jettisoning a burnt-out stage of a multistage rocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separation",1,1,4,2 ], "the instant at which such a stage is jettisoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separatist",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates or practises secession from an organization or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separatist",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separative",1,1,1 ], "tending to separate or causing separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separator",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that separates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separator",1,1,2 ], "a device for separating things into constituent parts, as milk into cream," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "separator",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "separatrix",1,1,1 ], "another name for solidus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,1 ], "a dark reddish-brown pigment obtained from the inky secretion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,1 ], "cuttlefish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,2 ], "any cuttlefish of the genus Sepia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,3 ], "a brownish tone imparted to a photograph, esp| an early one such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,3 ], "calotype| It can be produced by first bleaching a print (after fixing) and then immersing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,3 ], "it for a short time in a solution of sodium sulphide or of alkaline thiourea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,4 ], "a brownish-grey to dark yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,1,5 ], "a drawing or photograph in sepia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepia",1,2,1 ], "of the colour sepia or done in sepia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepiolite",1,1,1 ], "another name for meerschaum ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepoy",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an Indian soldier in the service of the British" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seppuku",1,1,1 ], "another word for harakiri" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepsis",1,1,1 ], "the presence of pus-forming bacteria in the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sept",1,1,1 ], "a clan or group that believes itself to be descended from a common ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sept",1,1,2 ], "a branch of a tribe or nation, esp| in medieval Ireland or Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septa",1,1,1 ], "the plural of septum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a septum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septarium",1,1,1 ], "a mass of mineral substance having cracks filled with another mineral, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septarium",1,1,1 ], "calcite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septate",1,1,1 ], "divided by septa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septavalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for heptavalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to the number seven",1). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 1, 2],"forming a group of seven",1). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 1, 3],"another word for ,septennial",1). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 2, 1],"naries",1). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 2, 2],"the number seven",1). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 2, 3],"a group of seven things",1). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 2, 4],"a period of seven years",1). c_DEF([ "septenary" ,1, 2, 5],"a line of seven metrical feet",1). c_DEF([ "septennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring every seven years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septennial",1,1,2 ], "relating to or lasting seven years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septennium",1,1,1 ], "a period or cycle of seven years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septentrion",1,1,1 ], "the northern regions or the north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septet",1,1,1 ], "a group of seven singers or instrumentalists or a piece of music composed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septet",1,1,1 ], "such a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septet",1,1,2 ], "a group of seven people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septi-",1,1,1 ], "seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septi-",2,1,1 ], "septum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septic tank",1,1,1 ], "a tank, usually below ground, for containing sewage to be decomposed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septic tank",1,1,1 ], "anaerobic bacteria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by sepsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or caused by putrefaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septicaemia",1,1,1 ], "any of various diseases caused by microorganisms in the blood| Nontechnical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septicaemia",1,1,1 ], "name: blood poisoning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septicidal",1,1,1 ], "(of a dehiscence) characterized by splitting along the partitions of the seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septicidal",1,1,1 ], "capsule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septifragal",1,1,1 ], "(of a dehiscence) characterized by breaking apart from a natural line of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septifragal",1,1,1 ], "division in the fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septilateral",1,1,1 ], "having seven sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%4%2)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 42 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%2%4)| Brit| word: quadrillion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 24 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septime",1,1,1 ], "in fencing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "septime",1,1,1 ], "the seventh of eight basic positions from which a parry or attack can be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septivalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for heptavalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuagenarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who is from 70 to 79 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuagenarian",1,2,1 ], "being between 70 and 79 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuagenarian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a septuagenarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septum",1,1,1 ], "a dividing partition between two tissues or cavities|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuple",1,1,1 ], "seven times as much or many; sevenfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuple",1,1,2 ], "consisting of seven parts or members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuple",1,2,1 ], "to multiply by seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuplet",1,1,1 ], "a group of seven notes played in a time value of six, eight, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuplet",1,1,2 ], "one of seven offspring produced at one birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuplet",1,1,3 ], "a group of seven things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuplicate",1,1,1 ], "a group or set of seven things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "septuplicate",1,2,1 ], "having or being in seven parts; sevenfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepulchral",1,1,1 ], "suggestive of a tomb; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepulchral",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a sepulchre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepulchre",1,1,1 ], "a burial vault, tomb, or grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepulchre",1,1,2 ], "a separate alcove in some medieval churches in which the Eucharistic elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepulchre",1,1,2 ], "were kept from Good Friday until the Easter ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sepulchre",1,2,1 ], "to bury in a sepulchre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepulture",1,1,1 ], "the act of placing in a sepulchre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sepulture",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for sepulchre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sep|",1,1,1 ], "sepal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sep|",1,1,2 ], "separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seqq|",1,1,1 ], "sequentia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequacious",1,1,1 ], "logically following in regular sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequacious",1,1,2 ], "ready to follow any leader; pliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequel",1,1,1 ], "anything that follows from something else; development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequel",1,1,2 ], "a consequence or result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequel",1,1,3 ], "a novel, play, etc|, that continues a previously related story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequela",1,1,1 ], "(often pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequela",1,1,2 ], "any abnormal bodily condition or disease related to or arising from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequela",1,1,2 ], "pre-existing disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequela",1,1,3 ], "any complication of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence of tenses",1,1,1 ], "believed he was lying, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sequence of tenses",1,1,1 ], "is determined by the tense of the principal verb, as in I believe he is lying, I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequence of tenses",1,1,1 ], "the sequence according to which the tense of a subordinate verb in a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of two or more things in a successive order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,2 ], "the successive order of two or more things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,3 ], "a sequentially ordered set of related things or ideas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,4 ], "an action or event that follows another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,5 ], "a set of three or more consecutive cards, usually of the same suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,5,2 ], "Bridge| a set of two or more consecutive cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,6 ], "an arrangement of notes or chords repeated several times at different pitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,6,1 ], "an ordered set of numbers or other mathematical entities in one-to-one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,1,6,1 ], "correspondence with the integers 1 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,2,0,2 ], "an ordered infinite set of mathematical entities in one-to-one correspondence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,2,0,2 ], "with the natural numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,2,1 ], "a section of a film constituting a single continuous uninterrupted episode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequence",1,2,2 ], "another word for prose ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequencer",1,1,1 ], "an electronic device that determines the order in which a number of operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequencer",1,1,1 ], "occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequencer",1,1,2 ], "an electronic device that sorts information into the required order for data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequencer",1,1,2 ], "processing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequent",1,1,1 ], "following in order or succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequent",1,1,2 ], "following as a result; consequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequent",1,2,1 ], "something that follows; consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequential access",1,1,1 ], "a method of reaching and reading data from a computer file by reading through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequential access",1,1,1 ], "the file from the beginning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequential",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or having a regular sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequential",1,1,2 ], "another word for sequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequester",1,1,1 ], "to remove or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequester",1,1,2 ], "to retire into seclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequester",1,1,3 ], "hold a debtor's goods until the claims of his creditors are satisfied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequester",1,1,3 ], "to take (property) temporarily out of the possession of its owner, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequester",1,1,4 ], "to requisition or appropriate (enemy property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrant",1,1,1 ], "any substance used to bring about sequestration, often by chelation| They are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrant",1,1,1 ], "used in horticulture to counteract lime in the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrate",1,1,1 ], "a variant of sequester ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrate",1,1,2 ], "law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrate",1,1,2,1 ], "benefit of his creditors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrate",1,1,2,1 ], "to place (the property of a bankrupt) in the hands of a trustee for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrate",1,1,2,2 ], "to render (a person) bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrate",1,1,3 ], "to seclude or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestration",1,1,1 ], "the act of sequestering or state of being sequestered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestration",1,1,2 ], "the sequestering of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestration",1,1,3 ], "behaviour as the original ions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sequestration",1,1,3 ], "the effective removal of ions from a solution by coordination with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequestration",1,1,3 ], "type of ion or molecule to form complexes that do not have the same chemical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequestrum",1,1,1 ], "a detached piece of necrotic bone that often migrates to a wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequin",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of shiny coloured metal foil or plastic, usually round, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequin",1,1,1 ], "decorate garments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequin",1,1,2 ], "any of various gold coins formerly minted in Italy, Turkey, and Malta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequoia",1,1,1 ], "Sequoiadendron giganteum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sequoia",1,1,1 ], "either of two giant Californian coniferous trees, Sequoia sempervirens or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequoia",1,1,2 ], "(formerly Sequoia gigantea)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sequoia",1,1,3 ], "(big tree or giant sequoia): family Taxodiaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seq|",1,1,1 ], "sequel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seq|",1,1,2 ], "sequens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ser",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight used in India, usually taken as one fortieth of a maund" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sera",1,1,1 ], "a plural of serum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seraglio",1,1,1 ], "the harem of a Muslim house or palace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seraglio",1,1,2 ], "a sultan's palace, esp| in the former Turkish empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seraglio",1,1,3 ], "the wives and concubines of a Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serai",1,1,1 ], "(in the East) a caravanserai or inn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seraph",1,1,1 ], "a member of the highest order of angels in the celestial hierarchies, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seraph",1,1,1 ], "depicted as the winged head of a child" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seraph",1,1,2 ], "(Isaiah 6)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seraph",1,1,2 ], "one of the fiery six-winged beings attendant upon Jehovah in Isaiah's vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serdab",1,1,1 ], "a secret chamber in an ancient Egyptian tomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sere",1,1,1 ], "dried up or withered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sere",1,3,1 ], "a rare spelling of sear'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sere",2,1,1 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sere",2,1,1 ], "the series of changes occurring in the ecological succession of a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serein",1,1,1 ], "fine rain falling from a clear sky after sunset, esp| in the tropics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenade",1,1,1 ], "a piece of music appropriate to the evening, characteristically played outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenade",1,1,1 ], "the house of a woman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serenade",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music indicative or suggestive of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenade",1,1,3 ], "an extended composition in several movements similar to the modern suite or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenade",1,1,3 ], "divertimento" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serenade",1,2,1 ], "to play a serenade for (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenade",1,3,1 ], "to play a serenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenata",1,1,1 ], "an 18th-century cantata, often dramatic in form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenata",1,1,2 ], "another word for serenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serendipity",1,1,1 ], "the faculty of making fortunate discoveries by accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serene",1,1,1 ], "peaceful or tranquil; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serene",1,1,2 ], "clear or bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serene",1,1,3 ], "honoured: used as part of certain royal titles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being serene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serenity",1,1,2 ], "a title of honour used of certain royal personages: preceded by his, her, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serf",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in medieval Europe) an unfree person, esp| one bound to the land|If his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serf",1,1,1 ], "lord sold the land, the serf was passed on to the new landlord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serge",1,1,1 ], "a twill-weave woollen or worsted fabric used for clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serge",1,1,2 ], "a similar twilled cotton, silk, or rayon fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant at arms",1,1,1 ], "an officer of a legislative or fraternal body responsible for maintaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant at arms",1,1,1 ], "internal order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant at arms",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) an officer who served a monarch or noble, esp| as an armed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant at arms",1,1,2 ], "attendant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant at law",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of serjeant at law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant major",1,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer of the highest rank or having specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant major",1,1,1 ], "administrative tasks in branches of the armed forces of various countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant major",1,1,2 ], "a large damselfish, Abudefduf saxatilis, having a bluish-grey body marked with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant major",1,1,2 ], "black stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant",1,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer in certain armies, air forces, and marine corps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant",1,1,1 ], "usually ranking immediately above a corporal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant",1,1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant",1,1,2 ], "a police officer ranking between constable and inspector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant",1,1,2,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a police officer ranking below a captain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant",1,1,3 ], "a court or municipal officer who has ceremonial duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sergeant",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) a tenant by military service, not of knightly rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial correlation",1,1,1 ], "another name for autocorrelation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial number",1,1,1 ], "any of the consecutive numbers assigned to machines, tools, books, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,1,1 ], "a novel, play, etc|, presented in separate instalments at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,1,2 ], "a publication, usually regularly issued and consecutively numbered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,2,2 ], "published or presented as a serial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to such publication or presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,2,4 ], "of or operating on items of information, instructions, etc|, in the order in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,2,4 ], "which they occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serial",1,2,5 ], "of, relating to, or using the techniques of serialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serialism",1,1,1 ], "(in 20th-century music) the use of a sequence of notes in a definite order as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serialism",1,1,1 ], "a thematic basis for a composition and a source from which the musical material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serialism",1,1,1 ], "is derived" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "serialize",1,1,1 ], "to publish or present in the form of a serial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seriate",1,1,1 ], "forming a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seriatim",1,1,1 ], "in a series; one after another in regular order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sericeous",1,1,1 ], "covered with a layer of small silky hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sericeous",1,1,2 ], "silky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sericin",1,1,1 ], "a gelatinous protein found on the fibres of raw silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sericulture",1,1,1 ], "the rearing of silkworms for the production of raw silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seriema",1,1,1 ], "Cariamidae, order Gruiformes (cranes, rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "seriema",1,1,1 ], "burmeisteri, having a crest just above the bill, rounded wings, and a long tail: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seriema",1,1,1 ], "either of two cranelike South American birds, Cariama cristata or Chunga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,1 ], "a group or connected succession of similar or related things, usually arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,1 ], "in order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,2 ], "a set of radio or television programmes having the same characters and setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,2 ], "but different stories" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,3 ], "a set of books having the same format, related content, etc|, published by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,3 ], "firm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,4 ], "a set of stamps, coins, etc|, issued at a particular time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,5 ], "the sum of a finite or infinite sequence of numbers or quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,5,1 ], "a configuration of two or more components connected in a circuit so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,5,1 ], "same current flows in turn through each of them (esp| in the phrase in series)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,6 ], "a succession of coordinate elements in a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,7 ], "a stratigraphical unit that is a subdivision of a system and represents the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series",1,1,7 ], "rocks formed during an epoch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "series-wound",1,1,1 ], "(of a motor or generator) having the field and armature circuits connected in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "series-wound",1,1,1 ], "series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serif",1,1,1 ], "a small line at the extremities of a main stroke in a type character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serigraph",1,1,1 ], "a colour print made by an adaptation of the silk-screen process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serin",1,1,1 ], "any of various small yellow-and-brown finches of the genus Serinus, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serin",1,1,1 ], "serinus, of parts of Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serine",1,1,1 ], "CH2(OH)CH(NH\2)COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "serine",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-tasting amino acid that is synthesized in the body and is involved in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serine",1,1,1 ], "the synthesis of cysteine; 2-amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seringa",1,1,1 ], "any of several euphorbiaceous trees of the Brazilian genus Hevea, that yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seringa",1,1,1 ], "rubber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seringa",1,1,2 ], "a deciduous simaroubaceous tree, Kirkia acuminata, of southern Africa with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seringa",1,1,2 ], "graceful shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seriocomic",1,1,1 ], "mixing serious and comic elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serious",1,1,1 ], "grave in nature or disposition; thoughtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serious",1,1,2 ], "marked by deep feeling; in earnest; sincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serious",1,1,3 ], "concerned with important matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serious",1,1,4 ], "requiring effort or concentration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serious",1,1,5 ], "giving rise to fear or anxiety; critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serjeant at arms",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sergeant at arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serjeant at law",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in England) a barrister of a special rank, to which he was raised by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serjeant at law",1,1,1 ], "a writ under the Great Seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serjeant",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sermon",1,1,1,1 ], "an address of religious instruction or exhortation, often based on a passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sermon",1,1,1,1 ], "from the Bible, esp| one delivered during a church service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sermon",1,1,1,2 ], "a written version of such an address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sermon",1,1,2 ], "a serious speech, esp| one administering reproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sermonize",1,1,1 ], "to talk to or address (a person or audience) as if delivering a sermon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sero-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a serum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with serums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serosa",1,1,1 ], "another name for serous membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serosa",1,1,2 ], "one of the thin membranes surrounding the embryo in an insect's egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serotine",1,1,1 ], ", serotinous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serotine",1,1,2 ], "produced, flowering, or developing late in the season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serotine",1,2,1 ], "either of two insectivorous bats, Eptesicus serotinus or Vespertilio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serotine",1,2,1 ], "serotinus: family Vespertilionidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serotonin",1,1,1 ], "C10H12N2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "serotonin",1,1,1 ], "a compound that occurs in the brain, intestines, and blood platelets and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serotonin",1,1,1 ], "induces vasodilation and muscular contraction; 5-hydroxytryptamine (5HT)| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serous fluid",1,1,1 ], "a thin watery fluid found in many body cavities, esp| those lined with serous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serous fluid",1,1,1 ], "membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serous membrane",1,1,1 ], "any of the smooth moist delicate membranes, such as the pleura or peritoneum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serous membrane",1,1,1 ], "that line the closed cavities of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serous",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, producing, or containing serum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serow",1,1,1 ], "either of two antelopes, Capricornis sumatraensis and C| crispus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serow",1,1,1 ], "horns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "serow",1,1,1 ], "mountainous regions of S and SE Asia, having a dark coat and conical backward-pointing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serpent",1,1,1 ], "a literary or dialect word for snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpent",1,1,2 ], "a manifestation of Satan as a guileful tempter (Genesis 3:1-5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpent",1,1,3 ], "a sly, deceitful, or unscrupulous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpent",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete wind instrument resembling a snake in shape, the bass form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpent",1,1,4 ], "cornet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serpent",1,1,5 ], "a firework that moves about with a serpentine motion when ignited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpentine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a serpent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpentine",1,1,2 ], "twisting; winding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpentine",2,1,1 ], "any of several secondary minerals, consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpentine",2,1,1 ], "igneous rocks and used chiefly in ornamental decoration| Formula: Mg3Si2O5|2H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "serpentine",2,1,1 ], "that are green to black in colour and greasy to the touch: common in ultrabasic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serpigo",1,1,1 ], "any progressive skin eruption, such as ringworm or herpes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpulid",1,1,1 ], "a marine polychaete worm of the family Serpulidae, which constructs and lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serpulid",1,1,1 ], "in a calcareous tube attached to stones or seaweed and has a crown of ciliated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serpulid",1,1,1 ], "tentacles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "serranid",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous mostly marine percoid fishes of the family Serranidae:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serranid",1,1,1 ], "includes the sea basses, sea perches, groupers, and jewfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serranid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Serranidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serrate",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) having a margin of forward pointing teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serrate",1,1,2 ], "having a notched or sawlike edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serrate",1,2,1 ], "(s$e!re$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serrate",1,3,1 ], "to make serrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serration",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being serrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serration",1,1,2 ], "a row of notches or toothlike projections on an edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serration",1,1,3 ], "a single notch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serried",1,1,1 ], "in close or compact formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serriform",1,1,1 ], "resembling a notched or sawlike edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serrulate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of leaves) minutely serrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serrulation",1,1,1 ], "any of the notches in a serrulate object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serrulation",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being serrulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sertularian",1,1,1 ], "any of various hydroid coelenterates of the genus Sertularia, forming feathery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sertularian",1,1,1 ], "colonies of long branched stems bearing stalkless paired polyps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serum albumin",1,1,1 ], "the principal protein of the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serum globulin",1,1,1 ], "the blood serum component consisting of proteins with a larger molecular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serum globulin",1,1,1 ], "weight than serum albumin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serum hepatitis",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious viral disease characterized by inflammation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serum hepatitis",1,1,1 ], "enlargement of the liver, fever, gastrointestinal discomfort, and jaundice: transmitted by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serum hepatitis",1,1,1 ], "means of injection with a contaminated needle or transfusion of contaminated blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "serum sickness",1,1,1 ], "an allergic reaction, such as vomiting, skin rash, etc|, that sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serum sickness",1,1,1 ], "follows injection of a foreign serum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serum",1,1,1 ], "antitoxin obtained from the blood serum of immunized animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serum",1,1,2 ], "clear watery fluid, esp| that exuded by serous membranes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serum",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for whey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serval",1,1,1 ], "a slender feline mammal, Felis serval, of the African bush, having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serval",1,1,1 ], "orange-brown coat with black spots, large ears, and long legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "servant",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to work for another, esp| one who performs household duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,1,1 ], "to be in the service of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,1,2 ], "to render or be of service to (a person, cause, etc|); help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,1,3 ], "to attend to (customers) in a shop, restaurant, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,10,1 ], "to deliver (a legal document, esp| a writ or summons) to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,10,2 ], "to provide (a machine, etc|) with an impulse or signal for control purposes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,10,2 ], "with a continuous supply of fuel, working material, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,11,1 ], "chafing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,11,1 ], "to bind (a rope, spar, etc|) with wire or fine cord to protect it from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,11,2 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,11,2 ], "serve right| Informal| to pay back, esp| for wrongful or foolish treatment or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,12,1 ], "short for service ,1,17" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,2,1 ], "to provide (guests, customers, etc|) with food, drink, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,2,2 ], "to distribute or provide (food, drink, etc|) for guests, customers, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,2,3 ], "to present (food, drink, etc|) in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,3,1 ], "to provide with a regular supply of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,4,1 ], "to work actively for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,5,1 ], "to pay homage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,5,2 ], "to answer the requirements of; suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,6,1 ], "to have a use; function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,6,2 ], "to go through (a period of service, enlistment, imprisonment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,7,1 ], "(of weather, conditions, etc|) to be favourable or suitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,8,1 ], "Also: service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,8,2 ], "(of a male animal) to copulate with (a female animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,8,3 ], "to put (the ball) into play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serve",1,9,1 ], "to act as server at Mass or other services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "server",1,1,1 ], "a person who serves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "server",1,1,2 ], "a person who acts as acolyte or assists the priest at Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "server",1,1,3 ], "something that is used in serving food and drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "server",1,1,4 ], "the player who serves in racket games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service area",1,1,1 ], "a place on a motorway providing garage services, restaurants, toilet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service area",1,1,1 ], "facilities, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service ceiling",1,1,1 ], "rate of climb of an aircraft has fallen to a specified amount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service ceiling",1,1,1 ], "the height above sea level, measured under standard conditions, at which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service charge",1,1,1 ], "a percentage of a bill, as at a restaurant or hotel, added to the total to pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service charge",1,1,1 ], "for service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service industry",1,1,1 ], "an industry that provides services, such as transport or entertainment, rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service industry",1,1,1 ], "than goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service line",1,1,1 ], "(in certain racket games) the line at the back of the court behind which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service line",1,1,1 ], "server must stand when serving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service line",1,1,2 ], "a line indicating the boundary of a permissible service, as on the backwall of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service line",1,1,2 ], "a squash court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service module",1,1,1 ], "a section of an Apollo spacecraft housing the rocket engine, radar, fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service module",1,1,1 ], "cells, etc|, and jettisoned on re-entry into the earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service road",1,1,1 ], "a relatively narrow road running parallel to a main road and providing access" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service road",1,1,1 ], "to houses, shops, offices, factories, etc|, situated along its length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service station",1,1,1 ], "a place that supplies fuel, oil, etc|, for motor vehicles and often carries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service station",1,1,1 ], "out repairs, servicing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service station",1,1,2 ], "a place that repairs and sometimes supplies mechanical or electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service station",1,1,2 ], "equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service tree",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rosaceous tree, Sorbus domestica, cultivated for its white flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service tree",1,1,1 ], "and brown edible apple-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service tree",1,1,2 ], "wild service tree| a similar and related Eurasian tree, Sorbus torminalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,1 ], "an act of help or assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,10 ], "service)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,10 ], "the state, position, or duties of a domestic servant (esp| in the phrase in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,11 ], "the act or manner of serving food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,12 ], "a complete set of dishes for use at table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,13 ], "public worship carried out according to certain prescribed forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,14 ], "is to be carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,14 ], "the prescribed form according to which a specific kind of religious ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,15 ], "a unified collection of musical settings of the canticles and other liturgical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,15 ], "items prescribed by the Book of Common Prayer as used in the Church of England" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,15,1 ], "the act, manner, or right of serving a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,15,2 ], "the game in which a particular player serves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,16 ], "(in feudal law) the duty owed by a tenant to his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,17 ], "the serving of a writ, summons, etc|, upon a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,18 ], "a length of tarred marline or small stuff used in serving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,19 ], "(of male animals) the act of mating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,2 ], "an organized system of labour and material aids used to supply the needs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,2 ], "the public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,20 ], "of, relating to, or for the use of servants or employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,3 ], "the supply, installation, or maintenance of goods carried out by a dealer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,4 ], "out of service)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,4 ], "the state of availability for use by the public (esp| in the phrases into or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,5 ], "a periodic overhaul made on a car, machine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,6 ], "restaurant, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,6 ], "the act or manner of serving guests, customers, etc|, in a shop, hotel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,7 ], "a department of public employment and its employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,8 ], "employment in or performance of work for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,9 ], "the work of a public servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,9,1 ], "one of the branches of the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,1,9,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,2,1 ], "to make fit for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,2,2 ], "to supply with assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,2,3 ], "to overhaul (a car, machine, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,2,4 ], "(of a male animal) to mate with (a female)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "service",1,2,5 ], "to meet interest and capital payments on (debt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceable",1,1,1 ], "capable of or ready for service; usable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceable",1,1,2 ], "capable of giving good service; durable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceable",1,1,3 ], "diligent in service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceberry",1,1,1 ], "Amelanchier, esp| A| canadensis, which has white flowers and edible purplish berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serviceberry",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American rosaceous trees or shrubs of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceberry",1,1,3 ], "Juneberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "serviceberry",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of the service tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceman",1,1,1 ], "a person who serves in the armed services of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviceman",1,1,2 ], "a man employed to service and maintain equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "services",1,1,1 ], "work performed for remuneration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "services",1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by the) the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "services",1,1,3 ], "commodities, such as banking, that are mainly intangible and usually consumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "services",1,1,3 ], "concurrently with their production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "servient tenement",1,1,1 ], "the land or tenement over which an easement or other servitude is exercised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviette",1,1,1 ], "a small square of cloth or paper used while eating to protect the clothes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serviette",1,1,1 ], "wipe the mouth and hands, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "servile work",1,1,1 ], "holidays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "servile work",1,1,1 ], "work of a physical nature that is forbidden on Sundays and on certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servile",1,1,1 ], "obsequious or fawning in attitude or behaviour; submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servile",1,1,2 ], "of or suitable for a slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servile",1,1,3 ], "existing in or relating to a state of slavery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servile",1,1,4 ], "(when postpositive, foll| by to) submitting or obedient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serving",1,1,1 ], "a portion or helping of food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servitor",1,1,1 ], "a person who serves another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servitude",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of a slave; bondage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servitude",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition of being subjected to or dominated by a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servitude",1,1,2 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "servitude",1,1,3 ], "a burden attaching to an estate for the benefit of an adjoining estate or of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servitude",1,1,3 ], "some definite person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "servitude",1,1,4 ], "short for penal servitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servo" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, forming part of, or activated by a servomechanism",1). c_DEF([ "servo" ,1, 2, 2],"short for servomechanism",1). c_DEF([ "servomechanism",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism for converting a small mechanical force into a larger force, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "servomechanism",1,1,1 ], "for control purposes| The output power is proportional to the input power and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "servomechanism",1,1,1 ], "system may include an electronic negative feedback device" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "servomotor",1,1,1 ], "any motor that supplies power to a servomechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serv|",1,1,1 ], "servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "serv|",1,1,2 ], "service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ser|",1,1,1 ], "serial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ser|",1,1,2 ], "series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ser|",1,1,3 ], "sermon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesame",1,1,1 ], "a tropical herbaceous plant, Sesamum indicum, of the East Indies, cultivated," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesame",1,1,1 ], "esp| in India, for its small oval seeds: family Pedaliaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sesame",1,1,2 ], "(benne oil or gingili)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sesame",1,1,2 ], "the seeds of this plant, used in flavouring bread and yielding an edible oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesamoid",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to various small bones formed in tendons, such as the patella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesamoid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to any of various small cartilages, esp| those of the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesqui-",1,1,1 ], "indicating one and a half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquialtera",1,1,1 ], "a mixture stop on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquialtera",1,1,2 ], "another term for hemiola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquicarbonate",1,1,1 ], "a mixed salt consisting of a carbonate and a hydrogen carbonate, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquicarbonate",1,1,1 ], "sodium sesquicarbonate, Na2CO3|NaHCO3|2H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sesquicentennial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a period of 150 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquicentennial",1,2,1 ], "a period or cycle of 150 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquicentennial",1,2,2 ], "a 150th anniversary or its celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquioxide",1,1,1 ], "any of certain oxides whose molecules contain three atoms of oxygen for every" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquioxide",1,1,1 ], "two atoms of the element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sesquipedalian",1,1,1 ], "tending to use very long words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquipedalian",1,1,2 ], "(of words or expressions) long and ponderous; polysyllabic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesquipedalian",1,2,1 ], "a polysyllabic word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sessile oak",1,1,1 ], "another name for the durmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sessile",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers or leaves) having no stalk; growing directly from the stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sessile",1,1,2 ], "(of animals such as the barnacle) permanently attached to a substratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,1 ], "its function or the transaction of business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,1 ], "the meeting of a court, legislature, judicial body, etc|, for the execution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,2 ], "a single continuous meeting of such a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,3 ], "a series or period of such meetings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,3,1 ], "the time during which classes are held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,3,2 ], "a school or university term or year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,4 ], "consisting of the minister and elders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,4 ], "the judicial and administrative body presiding over a local congregation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,5 ], "a meeting of a group of people to pursue an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "session",1,1,6 ], "any period devoted to an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sessions",1,1,1 ], "the sittings or a sitting of justice in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sesterce",1,1,1 ], "a silver or, later, bronze coin of ancient Rome worth a quarter of a denarius" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sestertium",1,1,1 ], "an ancient Roman money of account equal to 1000 sesterces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sestet",1,1,1 ], "the last six lines of a Petrarchan sonnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sestet",1,1,2 ], "any six-line stanza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sestet",1,1,3 ], "another word for sextet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sestina",1,1,1 ], "an elaborate verse form of Italian origin, normally unrhymed, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sestina",1,1,1 ], "five stanzas and also in the concluding tercet" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sestina",1,1,1 ], "lines in the first stanza are repeated in a different order in each of the remaining" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sestina",1,1,1 ], "six stanzas of six lines each and a concluding tercet| The six final words of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set about",1,1,1 ], "to start or begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set about",1,1,2 ], "to attack physically or verbally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set against",1,1,1 ], "to balance or compare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set against",1,1,2 ], "to cause to be hostile or unfriendly to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set aside",1,1,1 ], "to reserve for a special purpose; put to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set aside",1,1,2 ], "to discard, dismiss, or quash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set back" ,1, 1, 1],"to hinder; impede",1). c_DEF([ "set back" ,1, 1, 2],"to cost (a person) a specified amount",1). c_DEF([ "set chisel",1,1,1 ], "another name for cold chisel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set down",1,1,1 ], "to write down or record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set down",1,1,2 ], "to judge, consider, or regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set down",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by to) to ascribe; attribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set down",1,1,4 ], "to reprove; rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set down",1,1,5 ], "to snub; dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set down",1,1,6 ], "to allow (passengers) to alight from a bus, taxi, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set forth",1,2,1 ], "to state, express, or utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set forth",1,3,1 ], "to start out on a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set in" ,1, 1, 1],"to become established",1). c_DEF([ "set in" ,1, 1, 2],"(of wind) to blow or (of current) to move towards shore",1). c_DEF([ "set off" ,1, 1, 1],"to embark on a journey",1). c_DEF([ "set off" ,1, 2, 1],"to cause (a person) to act or do something, such as laugh or tell stories",1). c_DEF([ "set off" ,1, 3, 1],"to cause to explode",1). c_DEF([ "set off" ,1, 4, 1],"to act as a foil or contrast to, esp| so as to improve",1). c_DEF([ "set off" ,1, 5, 1],"are in the name of the same person, enterprise, etc",2). c_DEF([ "set off" ,1, 5, 1],"to cancel a credit on (one account) against a debit on another, both of which",1). c_DEF([ "set off" ,1, 6, 1],"to bring a claim by way of setoff",1). c_DEF([ "set on",1,1,1 ], "to attack or cause to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set on",1,2,1 ], "to instigate or incite; urge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set out",1,1,1 ], "to present, arrange, or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set out",1,1,2 ], "to give a full account of; explain exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set out",1,1,3 ], "to plan or lay out (a garden, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set out",1,2,1 ], "to begin or embark on an undertaking, esp| a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set piece",1,1,1 ], "a work of literature, music, etc|, often having a conventional or prescribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set piece",1,1,1 ], "theme, intended to create an impressive effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set piece",1,1,2 ], "a piece of scenery built to stand independently as part of a stage set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set piece",1,1,3 ], "a display of fireworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set point",1,1,1 ], "a point that would enable one side to win a set|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set square",1,1,1 ], "a thin flat piece of plastic, metal, etc|, in the shape of a right-angled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set square",1,1,1 ], "triangle, used in technical drawing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set theory",1,1,1 ], "of sets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set theory",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mathematics concerned with the properties and interrelationships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set to" ,1, 1, 1],"to begin working",1). c_DEF([ "set to" ,1, 1, 2],"to start fighting",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 1],"to put into a position of power, etc",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 2],"providing means, equipment, etc",2). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 2],"to begin or enable (someone) to begin (a new venture), as by acquiring or",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 3],"to build or construct",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 4],"to raise, cause, or produce",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 5],"to advance or propose",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 6],"to restore the health of",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 7],"to establish (a record)",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"to provide (drinks, etc|) for",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"to pay for the drinks of",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 8],"to cause (a person) to be blamed, accused, etc",1). c_DEF([ "set up" ,1, 1, 9],"another term for set ,1, (sense 38)",1). c_DEF([ "set width",1,1,1 ], "another name for set ,1, (sense 38)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 1],"a number of objects or people grouped or belonging together, often forming a",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 1],"unit or having certain features or characteristics in common",2). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 2],"a group of people who associate together, etc|, esp| a clique",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 3],"a collection of numbers, quantities, objects, etc|, that have at least one",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 3],"common property or characteristic",2). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 4],"any apparatus that receives or transmits television or radio signals",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 5, 1],"the number of couples required for a formation dance such as a quadrille",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 5, 2],"a series of figures that made up a formation dance",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 5],"one of the units of a match, in tennis one in which one player or pair of",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 5],"players must win at least six games",2). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 6, 1],"to attack by arguing or ridiculing",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 6, 2],"(of a woman) to try to gain the attention and affections of (a man)",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 1, 6],"make a dead set at",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 2, 1],"(in square dancing and country dancing) to perform a sequence of steps",1). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 2, 1],"while facing towards another dancer",2). c_DEF([ "set" ,2, 2, 2],"to divide into sets",1). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to put or place in position or into a specified state or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,1 ], "condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,10 ], "(of clothes) to hang or fit (well or badly) when worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,11 ], "to provide music for (a poem or other text to be sung)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,12 ], "to arrange or produce (type, film, etc|) from (text or copy); compose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,13 ], "to arrange (a stage, television studio, etc|) with scenery and props" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,14 ], "etc|) in words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,14 ], "to describe or present (a scene or the background to a literary work, story," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,15 ], "example, set a good example, set a bad example)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,15 ], "to present as a model of good or bad behaviour (esp| in the phrases set an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,16 ], "(foll| by on or by) to value (something) at a specified price or estimation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,16 ], "worth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,17 ], "(foll| by at) to price (the value of something) at a specified sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,18 ], "to give or be given a particular direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,19 ], "to rig (a sail) or (of a sail) to be rigged so as to catch the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,2 ], "to put or be put (to); apply or be applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,3 ], "to put into order or readiness for use; prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,4 ], "to put, form, or be formed into a jelled, firm, fixed, or rigid state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,5 ], "to put or be put into a position that will restore a normal state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,6 ], "to adjust (a clock or other instrument) to a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,7 ], "to determine or establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,8 ], "to prescribe or allot (an undertaking, course of study, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,1,9 ], "to arrange in a particular fashion, esp| an attractive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,1 ], "(of the sun, moon, etc|) to disappear beneath the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,2 ], "to leave (dough, etc|) in one place so that it may prove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,3 ], "cutting edge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,3 ], "to sharpen (a cutting blade) by grinding or honing the angle adjacent to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,4 ], "to displace alternate teeth of (a saw) to opposite sides of the blade in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,4 ], "to increase the cutting efficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,5 ], "set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,5 ], "to sink (the head of a nail) below the surface surrounding it by using a nail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,6 ], "required" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,6 ], "to give (a binary circuit) the value 1, so that it can be operated when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,7 ], "(of plants) to produce (fruits, seeds, etc|) after pollination or (of fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,7 ], "or seeds) to develop after pollination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,8 ], "to plant (seeds, seedlings, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,2,9 ], "to place (a hen) on (eggs) for the purpose of incubation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,3,1 ], "(of a gun dog) to turn in the direction of game, indicating its presence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,3,2 ], "to defeat (one's opponents) in their attempt to make a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,3,3 ], "a dialect word for sit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,3,4 ], "set eyes on| to see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,1 ], "the act of setting or the state of being set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,2 ], "a condition of firmness or hardness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,3 ], "bearing, carriage, or posture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,4 ], "the fit or hang of a garment, esp| when worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5 ], "production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5 ], "the scenery and other props used in and identifying the location of a dramatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5,1 ], "a vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5,1 ], "the cut of the sails or the arrangement of the sails, spars, rigging, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5,1 ], "the width of the body of a piece of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5,2 ], "is moving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5,2 ], "the direction from which a wind is blowing or towards which a tide or current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,5,2 ], "the width of the lines of type in a page or column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,6 ], "a temporary bias disposing an organism to react to a stimulus in one way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,6 ], "rather than in others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,7 ], "a seedling, cutting, or similar part that is ready for planting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,8 ], "a blacksmith's tool with a short head similar to a cold chisel set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,8 ], "iron bars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,8 ], "transversely onto a handle and used, when struck with a hammer, for cutting off lengths of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,4,9 ], "a variant spelling of sett" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,5,1 ], "fixed or established by authority or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,5,2 ], "rigid or inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,5,3 ], "conventional, artificial, or stereotyped, rather than spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,6,1 ], "resolute in intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set",1,6,2 ], "(of a book, etc|) prescribed for students' preparation for an examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set-off",1,1,1 ], "a fault in which ink is transferred from a heavily inked or undried printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "set-off",1,1,1 ], "sheet to the sheet next to it in a pile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seta",1,1,1 ], "(in invertebrates and some plants) any bristle or bristle-like appendage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setiferous" ,1, 1, 1],"setigerous (s$It$Id#f@@) adj| Biology",1). c_DEF([ "setiferous" ,1, 1, 2],"bearing bristles",1). c_DEF([ "setiform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a seta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setline",1,1,1 ], "across a stream, between buoys, etc|, and having shorter hooked and baited lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "setline",1,1,1 ], "any of various types of fishing line that consist of a long line suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setline",1,1,1 ], "attached" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "setose",1,1,1 ], "covered with setae; bristly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setscrew",1,1,1 ], "a screw that fits into the boss or hub of a wheel, coupling, cam, etc|, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setscrew",1,1,1 ], "prevents motion of the part relative to the shaft on which it is mounted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sett",1,1,1 ], "a small rectangular paving block made of stone, such as granite, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sett",1,1,1 ], "provide a durable road surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sett",1,1,2 ], "the burrow of a badger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settee",1,1,1 ], "a seat, for two or more people, with a back and usually with arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setter",1,1,1 ], "any of various breeds of large gundog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting lotion",1,1,1 ], "a perfumed solution of gum or a synthetic resin in a solvent, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting lotion",1,1,1 ], "hairdressing to make a set last longer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "setting rule",1,1,1 ], "a metal strip used in the hand composition of type in a stick to separate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting rule",1,1,1 ], "line being set from the previous one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,1 ], "the surroundings in which something is set; scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,2 ], "stage play, film, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,2 ], "the scenery, properties, or background, used to create the location for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,3 ], "a composition consisting of a certain text and music provided or arranged for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,3 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,4 ], "the metal mounting and surround of a gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,5 ], "the tableware, cutlery, etc|, for a single place at table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "setting",1,1,6 ], "a clutch of eggs in a bird's nest, esp| a clutch of hen's eggs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle down",1,1,1 ], "to make or become quiet and orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle down",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to apply oneself diligently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle down",1,1,3 ], "esp| after marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settle down",1,1,3 ], "to adopt an orderly and routine way of life, take up a permanent post, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle for",1,1,1 ], "to accept or agree to in spite of dispute or dissatisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle in",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settle in",1,1,1 ], "to become or help to become adapted to and at ease in a new home, environment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle with",1,1,1 ], "to pay a debt or bill to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle with",1,2,1 ], "to make an agreement with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle with",1,2,2 ], "to get one's revenge for (a wrong or injury) with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,1,1 ], "to put in order; arrange in a desired state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,1,2 ], "to arrange or be arranged in a fixed or comfortable position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,2,1 ], "to come to rest or a halt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,2,2 ], "to take up or cause to take up residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,2,3 ], "to establish or become established in a way of life, job, residence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,3,1 ], "to migrate to and form a community; colonize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,3,2 ], "to make or become quiet, calm, or stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,4,1 ], "to be cast or spread; come down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,4,2 ], "to make (a liquid) clear or (of a liquid) to become clear; clarify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,4,3 ], "sink thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,4,3 ], "to cause (sediment) to sink to the bottom, as in a liquid, or (of sediment) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,4,4 ], "to subside or cause to subside and become firm or compact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,4,5 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to pay off or account for (a bill, debt, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,5,1 ], "to decide, conclude, or dispose of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,6,1 ], "to agree or fix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,7,1 ], "settlement, will, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,7,1 ], "to secure (title, property, etc|) to a person, as by making a deed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,7,2 ], "resort to court action (esp| in the phrase settle out of court)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settle",1,7,2 ], "to determine (a legal dispute, etc|) by agreement of the parties without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",2,1,1 ], "a seat, for two or more people, usually made of wood with a high back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settle",2,1,1 ], "arms, and sometimes having a storage space in the boxlike seat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,1 ], "the act or state of settling or being settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,2 ], "the establishment of a new region; colonization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,3 ], "a place newly settled; colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,4 ], "a collection of dwellings forming a community, esp| on a frontier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,5 ], "a community formed by members of a group, esp| of a religious sect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,6 ], "a public building used to provide educational and general welfare facilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,6 ], "for persons living in deprived areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,7 ], "a subsidence of all or part of a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,8 ], "an adjustment or agreement reached in matters of finance, business, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,8,1 ], "a conveyance, usually to trustees, of property to be enjoyed by several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,8,1 ], "persons in succession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,8,2 ], "the deed or other instrument conveying such property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,8,3 ], "legal proceedings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settlement",1,1,8,3 ], "the determination of a dispute, etc|, by mutual agreement without resorting to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settler",1,1,1 ], "a person who settles in a new country or a colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlings",1,1,1 ], "any matter or substance that has settled at the bottom of a liquid; sediment;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "settlings",1,1,1 ], "dregs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "settlor",1,1,1 ], "a person who settles property on someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven deadly sins",1,1,1 ], "a fuller name for the deadly sins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven seas",1,1,1 ], "Atlantic, and the Arctic, Antarctic, and Indian Oceans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seven seas",1,1,1 ], "the oceans of the world considered as the N and S Pacific, the N and S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one and is a prime number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 7, VII, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,1,3 ], "the amount or quantity that is one greater than six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,1,4 ], "anything representing, represented by, or consisting of seven units, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,1,4 ], "playing card with seven symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,1,5 ], "seven hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven",1,2,1,2 ], "you've eaten seven already|Related prefixes: hepta-, septi-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven-up",1,1,1 ], "a card game in which the lead to each round determines the trump suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven-year itch",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for scabies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven-year itch",1,1,2 ], "a tendency towards infidelity, traditionally said to begin after about seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seven-year itch",1,1,2 ], "years of marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sevenfold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having seven times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sevenfold",1,1,2 ], "composed of seven parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sevenfold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to seven times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sevens",1,1,1 ], "a Rugby Union match played with seven players on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and seven and is a prime number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 17, XVII, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen",1,1,3 ], "the amount or quantity that is seven more than ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen",1,1,4 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 17 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to seventeen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen",1,2,1,2 ], "seventeen were sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen-year locust",1,1,1 ], "an E North American cicada, Magicicada septendecim, appearing in great numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeen-year locust",1,1,1 ], "at infrequent intervals because its nymphs take 13 or 17 years to mature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventeenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the sixteenth in numbering or counting order, position, time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeenth",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|; being the ordinal number of seventeen: often written 17th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventeenth",1,1,1,2 ], "the ship docks on the seventeenth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 17 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventeenth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 17 (1/17)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord consisting of a triad with a seventh added above the root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh heaven",1,1,1 ], "eschatology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventh heaven",1,1,1 ], "the final state of eternal bliss, esp| according to Talmudic and Muslim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh heaven",1,1,2 ], "a state of supreme happiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the sixth and before the eighth in numbering or counting order," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,1,1,1 ], "position, time, etc|; being the ordinal number of seven: often written 7th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,1,1,2 ], "she left on the seventh; he was the seventh to arrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,1,1 ], "one of seven equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by seven (1/7)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,2,1 ], "inclusively along the diatonic scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,2,1 ], "the interval between one note and another seven notes away from it counting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,2,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,2,2,3 ], "short for seventh chord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,3,1 ], "after the sixth person, position, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,4,1 ], "as the seventh point: linking what follows to the previous statements, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventh",1,4,1 ], "speech or argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventieth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of seventy in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventieth",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc|: often written 70th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventieth",1,1,1,2 ], "the seventieth in line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 70 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 70 (1/70)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 70, LXX, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,1,3 ], "particular century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,1,3 ], "the numbers 70-79, esp| the 70th to the 79th year of a person's life or of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,1,4 ], "the amount or quantity that is seven times as big as ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,1,5 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 70 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to seventy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "seventy",1,2,1,2 ], "to invite seventy to the wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sever",1,1,1 ], "to put or be put apart; separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sever",1,1,2 ], "to divide or be divided into parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sever",1,2,1 ], "to break off or dissolve (a tie, relationship, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severable",1,1,1 ], "able to be severed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being separated, as a clause in an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "several",1,1,1,1 ], "more than a few; an indefinite small number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "several",1,1,1,2 ], "several of them know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "several",1,2,1 ], "various; separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "several",1,2,2 ], "distinct; different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "several",1,2,3 ], "capable of being dealt with separately; not shared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severally",1,1,1 ], "separately, individually, or distinctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severally",1,1,2 ], "each in turn; respectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severalty",1,1,1 ], "the state of being several or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severalty",1,1,2 ], "(usually preceded by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severalty",1,1,3 ], "the tenure of property, esp| land, in a person's own right and not jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severalty",1,1,3 ], "with another or others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "severance pay",1,1,1 ], "compensation paid by a firm to employees for loss of employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severance",1,1,1 ], "the act of severing or state of being severed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severance",1,1,2 ], "a separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severance",1,1,3 ], "the division into separate parts of a joint estate, contract, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severe",1,1,1 ], "rigorous or harsh in the treatment of others; strict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severe",1,1,2 ], "serious in appearance or manner; stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severe",1,1,3 ], "critical or dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severe",1,1,4 ], "causing misery or discomfort by its harshness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severe",1,1,5 ], "strictly restrained in appearance; austere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severe",1,1,6 ], "hard to endure, perform, or accomplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "severe",1,1,7 ], "rigidly precise or exact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sew up",1,1,1 ], "to fasten or mend completely by sewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sew up",1,1,2 ], "to acquire sole use or control of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sew up",1,1,3 ], "to complete or negotiate successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sew",1,1,1 ], "passed through with a needle or similar implement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sew",1,1,1 ], "to join or decorate (pieces of fabric, etc|) by means of a thread repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sew",1,2,1 ], "to attach, fasten, or close by sewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sew",1,3,1 ], "to make (a garment, etc|) by sewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewage farm",1,1,1 ], "a place where sewage is treated, esp| for use as manure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewage",1,1,1 ], "in sewers or drains for dumping or conversion into a form that is not toxic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sewage",1,1,1 ], "waste matter from domestic or industrial establishments that is carried away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of seawan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewellel",1,1,1 ], "another name for mountain beaver (see beaver#5%13)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewer",1,1,1 ], "a drain or pipe, esp| one that is underground, used to carry away surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewer",1,1,1 ], "water or sewage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sewer",1,2,1 ], "to provide with sewers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewer",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that sews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewer",3,1,1 ], "(in medieval England) a servant of high rank in charge of the serving of meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewer",3,1,1 ], "and the seating of guests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sewerage",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of sewers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewerage",1,1,2 ], "the removal of surface water or sewage by means of sewers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewerage",1,1,3 ], "another word for sewage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewing machine",1,1,1 ], "any machine designed to sew material| It is now usually driven by electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewing machine",1,1,1 ], "motor but is sometimes operated by a foot treadle or by hand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sewing",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of cloth, etc|, that is sewn or to be sewn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sewn",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of sew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex appeal",1,1,1 ], "the quality or power of attracting the opposite sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex chromosome",1,1,1 ], "either of the chromosomes determining the sex of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex hormone",1,1,1 ], "an animal hormone affecting development and growth of reproductive organs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex hormone",1,1,1 ], "related parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sex linkage",1,1,1 ], "on the X-chromosome, so that the character controlled by the gene is associated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sex linkage",1,1,1 ], "the condition in which a particular gene is located on a sex chromosome, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex linkage",1,1,1 ], "with either of the sexes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,1 ], "the sum of the characteristics that distinguish organisms on the basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,1 ], "their reproductive function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,2 ], "either of the two categories, male or female, into which organisms are placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,2 ], "on this basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,3 ], "short for sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,4 ], "feelings or behaviour resulting from the urge to gratify the sexual instinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,5 ], "sexual matters in general|modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,6 ], "of or concerning sexual matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,1,7 ], "based on or arising from the difference between the sexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex",1,2,1 ], "to ascertain the sex of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex-",1,1,1 ], "six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex-limited",1,1,1 ], "of or designating a character or the gene producing it that appears in one sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sex-limited",1,1,1 ], "only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sexagenarian",1,1,1 ], "a person from 60 to 69 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexagenarian",1,2,1 ], "being from 60 to 69 years old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexagenarian",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a sexagenarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexagesimal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or based on the number 60" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexagesimal",1,2,1 ], "a fraction in which the denominator is some power of 60; a sixtieth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexangular",1,1,1 ], "another name for hexagonal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexcentenary" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to 600 or a period of 600 years",1). c_DEF([ "sexcentenary" ,1, 1, 2],"of, relating to, or celebrating a 600th anniversary",1). c_DEF([ "sexcentenary" ,1, 2, 2],"a 600th anniversary or its celebration",1). c_DEF([ "sexed",1,1,1 ], "having a specified degree of sexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexed",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or having sexual differentiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring once every six years or over a period of six years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexennial",1,2,1 ], "a sixth anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexism",1,1,1 ], "discrimination on the basis of sex, esp| the oppression of women by men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexivalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for hexavalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexless",1,1,1 ], "having or showing no sexual differentiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexless",1,1,2 ], "having no sexual desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexless",1,1,3 ], "sexually unattractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexology",1,1,1 ], "the study of sexual behaviour in human beings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexpartite",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of vaults, arches, etc|) divided into or composed of six parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexpartite",1,1,2 ], "maintained by or involving six participants or groups of participants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexpot",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a young woman, considered as being sexually very attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sext",1,1,1 ], "prescribed for it: originally the sixth hour of the day (noon)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sext",1,1,1 ], "the fourth of the seven canonical hours of the divine office or the prayers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextain",1,1,1 ], "another word for sestina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextan",1,1,1 ], "(of a fever) marked by paroxysms that recur every sixth day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextant",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument used in navigation and consisting of a telescope through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextant",1,1,1 ], "angular distance above the horizon or from another heavenly body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sextant",1,1,1 ], "which a sighting of a heavenly body is taken, with protractors for determining its" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sextant",1,1,2 ], "a sixth part of a circle having an arc which subtends an angle of 60 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextet",1,1,1 ], "a group of six singers or instrumentalists or a piece of music composed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextet",1,1,1 ], "such a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sextet",1,1,2 ], "a group of six people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextile",1,1,1 ], "into six groups with equal frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sextile",1,1,1 ], "one of five actual or notional values of a variable dividing its distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextile",1,1,2 ], "an aspect or position of 60 degrees between two planets or other celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextile",1,1,2 ], "bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sextillion",1,1,1 ], "(10%3%6)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sextillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by 36 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextillion",1,1,2 ], "(10%2%1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sextillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by 21 zeros" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexto",1,1,1 ], "another word for sixmo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextodecimo",1,1,1 ], "another word for sixteenmo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexton",1,1,1 ], "a man employed to act as caretaker of a church and its contents and graveyard," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexton",1,1,1 ], "and often also as bell-ringer, gravedigger, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sexton",1,1,2 ], "another name for the burying beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuple",1,1,1 ], "a quantity or number six times as great as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuple",1,2,1 ], "six times as much or many; sixfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuple",1,2,2 ], "consisting of six parts or members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuple",1,2,3 ], "(of musical time or rhythm) having six beats per bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplet",1,1,1 ], "one of six offspring born at one birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplet",1,1,2 ], "a group of six things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplet",1,1,3 ], "a group of six notes played in a time value of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplicate",1,1,1 ], "(s$eks!tu$:pl@$It, -~ke$It, -!tju$:-, -!t'p-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplicate",1,1,2 ], "a group or set of six things, esp| identical copies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplicate",1,2,1 ], "(s$eks!tu$:pl@$It, -~ke$It, -!tju$:-, -!t'p-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplicate",1,2,2 ], "six times as many, much, or often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplicate",1,2,3 ], "raised to the sixth power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplicate",1,3,1 ], "(s$eks!tu$:pl@@~ke$It, -!tju$:-, -!t'p-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sextuplicate",1,3,2 ], "to multiply or become multiplied by six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexual intercourse",1,1,1 ], "in orgasm; copulation; coitus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sexual intercourse",1,1,1 ], "penis into the female's vagina is followed by rhythmic thrusting usually culminating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sexual intercourse",1,1,1 ], "the act of sexual procreation in which the insertion of the male's erect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexual reproduction",1,1,1 ], "reproduction involving the fusion of a male and female haploid gamete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexual selection",1,1,1 ], "an evolutionary process in animals, in which selection by females of males" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexual selection",1,1,1 ], "preservation of these characters in the species" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sexual selection",1,1,1 ], "with certain characters, such as large antlers or bright plumage, results in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sexual",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by sex or sexuality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexual",1,1,2 ], "(of reproduction) characterized by the union of male and female gametes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexuality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexuality",1,1,2 ], "preoccupation with or involvement in sexual matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexuality",1,1,3 ], "the possession of sexual potency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexy",1,1,1 ], "sexier, sexiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sexy",1,1,2 ], "provoking or intended to provoke sexual interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sf",1,1,1 ], "sforzando" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sferics",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of spherics ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sforzando",1,2,1 ], "to be played with strong initial attack| Abbrev: sf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sforzando",1,3,1 ], "a symbol, mark, etc|, such as , written above a note, indicating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sfumato",1,1,1 ], "(in painting) a gradual transition between areas of different colour, avoiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sfumato",1,1,1 ], "sharp outlines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sgd|",1,1,1 ], "signed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sgraffito",1,1,1 ], "a technique in mural or ceramic decoration in which the top layer of glaze," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sgraffito",1,1,1 ], "plaster, etc|, is incised with a design to reveal parts of the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sgraffito",1,1,2 ], "such a decoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sgraffito",1,1,3 ], "an object decorated in such a way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation to request silence or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shabby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shabby",1,1,2 ], "threadbare or dilapidated in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shabby",1,1,3 ], "wearing worn and dirty clothes; seedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shabby",1,1,4 ], "mean, despicable, or unworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shabby",1,1,5 ], "dirty or squalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shack up",1,1,1 ], "to live or take up residence, esp| with a mistress or lover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shack",1,1,1 ], "a roughly built hut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,1,1 ], "a metal ring or fastening, usually part of a pair used to secure a person's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,1,1 ], "wrists or ankles; fetter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,1,2 ], "anything that confines or restricts freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,1,3 ], "a rope, tether, or hobble for an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,1,4 ], "a U-shaped bracket, the open end of which is closed by a bolt (shackle pin)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,1,4 ], "used for securing ropes, chains, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,2,1 ], "to confine with or as if with shackles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shackle",1,2,2 ], "to fasten or connect with a shackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shad",1,1,1 ], "Clupeidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shad",1,1,1 ], "any of various herring-like food fishes of the genus Alosa and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shad",1,1,1 ], "such as A| alosa of Europe, that migrate from the sea to freshwater to spawn: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shad",1,1,2 ], "(herrings)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shad",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar but unrelated fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for serviceberry 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadbush",1,1,1 ], "another name for serviceberry ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadchan" ,1, 1, 1],"a Jewish marriage broker",1). c_DEF([ "shaddock",1,1,1 ], "a tropical rutaceous tree, Citrus maxima (or C| decumana), grown widely in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaddock",1,1,1 ], "oriental regions for its yellow grapefruit-like edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shaddock",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,1 ], "relative darkness produced by the blocking out of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,2 ], "a place made relatively darker or cooler than other areas by the blocking of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,2 ], "light, esp| sunlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,3 ], "a position of relative obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,4 ], "light, such as a lampshade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,4 ], "something used to provide a shield or protection from a direct source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,5 ], "a darker area indicated in a painting, drawing, etc|, by shading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,6 ], "a colour that varies slightly from a standard colour due to a difference in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,6 ], "hue, saturation, or luminosity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,7 ], "a slight amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,8 ], "a ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,1,9 ], "an archaic word for shadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,2,1 ], "to screen or protect from heat, light, view, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,2,2 ], "to make darker or dimmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,2,3 ], "hatching, using a darker colour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,2,3 ], "to represent (a darker area) in (a painting, drawing, etc|), by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,2,4 ], "to change or cause to change slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shade",1,2,5 ], "to lower (a price)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shades",1,1,1 ], "gathering darkness at nightfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shades",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for sunglasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shades",1,1,3 ], "a literary term for Hades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shades",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by of) undertones or suggestions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shading",1,1,1 ], "painting or drawing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shading",1,1,1 ], "the graded areas of tone, lines, dots, etc|, indicating light and dark in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadoof",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism for raising water, consisting of a pivoted pole with a bucket at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadoof",1,1,1 ], "one end and a counterweight at the other, esp| as used in Egypt and the Near East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shadow mask",1,1,1 ], "a perforated metal sheet mounted close to the phosphor-dotted screen in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow mask",1,1,1 ], "beams strikes the correct phosphor dot producing the required colour mixture in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shadow mask",1,1,1 ], "colour television tubes| The holes are positioned so that each of the three electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shadow mask",1,1,1 ], "image" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "shadow play",1,1,1 ], "a theatrical entertainment using shadows thrown by puppets or actors onto a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow play",1,1,1 ], "lighted screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shadow test",1,1,1 ], "another name for retinoscopy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,1 ], "a dark image or shape cast on a surface by the interception of light rays by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,1 ], "an opaque body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,10 ], "a person who trails another in secret, such as a detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,11 ], "a dark area on an x-ray film representing an opaque structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,12 ], "protection or shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,13 ], "designating a member or members of the main opposition party in Parliament who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,13 ], "would hold ministerial office if their party were in power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,2 ], "an area of relative darkness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,3 ], "the dark portions of a picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,4 ], "a hint, image, or faint semblance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,5 ], "a remnant or vestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,6 ], "a reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,7 ], "a threatening influence; blight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,8 ], "a spectre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,1,9 ], "an inseparable companion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,2,1 ], "to cast a shadow over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,2,2 ], "to make dark or gloomy; blight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,2,3 ], "to shade from light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,2,4 ], "to follow or trail secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,2,5 ], "(often foll| by forth) to represent vaguely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow",1,2,6 ], "another word for shade ,1,12|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow-box",1,1,1 ], "to practise blows and footwork against an imaginary opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadow-box",1,1,2 ], "to act or speak unconvincingly, without saying what one means, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadowgraph",1,1,1 ], "a silhouette made by casting a shadow, usually of the hands, on a lighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadowgraph",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shadowgraph",1,1,2 ], "another name for radiograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadowy",1,1,1 ], "full of shadows; dark; shady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadowy",1,1,2 ], "resembling a shadow in faintness; vague" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shadowy",1,1,3 ], "illusory or imaginary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaduf",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of shadoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shady",1,1,1 ], "shadier, shadiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shady",1,1,2 ], "full of shade; shaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shady",1,1,3 ], "affording or casting a shade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shady",1,1,4 ], "dim, quiet, or concealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shady",1,1,5 ], "dubious or questionable as to honesty or legality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft feather",1,1,1 ], "one of the two fletchings on an arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,1 ], "the long narrow pole that forms the body of a spear, arrow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,10 ], "a vertical passageway through a building, as for a lift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,11 ], "a vertical passageway into a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,12 ], "the central rib of a feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,13 ], "an archaic or literary word for arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,14 ], "a slang word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,15 ], "get the shaft| U|S| slang| to be tricked or cheated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,2 ], "something directed at a person in the manner of a missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,3 ], "a ray, beam, or streak, esp| of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,4 ], "a rod or pole forming the handle of a hammer, axe, golf club, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,5 ], "a revolving rod that transmits motion or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,6 ], "one of the two wooden poles by which an animal is harnessed to a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,6,1 ], "the middle part (diaphysis) of a long bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,6,2 ], "the main portion of any elongated structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,7 ], "the middle part of a column or pier, between the base and the capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,8 ], "a column, obelisk, etc|, esp| one that forms a monument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,1,9 ], "a column that supports a vaulting rib, sometimes one of a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaft",1,2,1 ], "to trick or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shafting",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of shafts for transmitting power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shafting",1,1,2 ], "the stock from which shafts are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shafting",1,1,3 ], "a set of shafts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shag" ,1, 1, 1],"a matted tangle, esp| of hair, wool, etc",1). c_DEF([ "shag" ,1, 1, 2],"a napped fabric, usually a rough wool",1). c_DEF([ "shag" ,1, 1, 3],"shredded coarse tobacco",1). c_DEF([ "shag" ,1, 2, 1],"to make shaggy",1). c_DEF([ "shag",2,1,1 ], "another name for cormorant, esp| (in Britain) the green cormorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shag",3,1,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shag",3,2,1 ], "to exhaust; tire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shag",3,3,1 ], "an act of sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shagbark",1,1,1 ], "a North American hickory tree, Carya ovata, having loose rough bark and edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shagbark",1,1,1 ], "nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shagbark",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree, used for tool handles, fuel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shagbark",1,1,3 ], "the light-coloured hard-shelled nut of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaggy cap",1,1,1 ], "an edible saprophytic agaricaceous fungus, Coprinus comatus, having a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaggy cap",1,1,1 ], "cap covered with shaggy scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shaggy dog story",1,1,1 ], "a long rambling joke ending in an anticlimax, such as a pointless punch line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaggy",1,1,2 ], "having or covered with rough unkempt fur, hair, wool, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaggy",1,1,3 ], "rough or unkempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaggy",1,1,4 ], "(in textiles) having a nap of long rough strands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shagreen",1,1,1 ], "the rough skin of from certain sharks and rays, used as an abrasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shagreen",1,1,2 ], "a rough grainy leather made from certain animal hides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shah",1,1,1 ], "a ruler of certain Middle Eastern countries, esp| Iran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake down" ,1, 1, 1],"to fall or settle or cause to fall or settle by shaking",1). c_DEF([ "shake down" ,1, 2, 1],"to extort money from, esp| by blackmail or threats of violence",1). c_DEF([ "shake down" ,1, 3, 1],"to search thoroughly",1). c_DEF([ "shake down" ,1, 4, 1],"to submit (a vessel, etc|) to a shakedown test",1). c_DEF([ "shake down" ,1, 5, 1],"to go to bed, esp| to a makeshift bed",1). c_DEF([ "shake down" ,1, 6, 1],"(of a person, animal, etc|) to settle down",1). c_DEF([ "shake off",1,1,1 ], "to remove or be removed with or as if with a quick movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake off",1,2,1 ], "to escape from; elude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake up" ,1, 1, 1],"to shake or agitate in order to mix",1). c_DEF([ "shake up" ,1, 1, 2],"to reorganize drastically",1). c_DEF([ "shake up" ,1, 1, 3],"to stir or rouse",1). c_DEF([ "shake up" ,1, 1, 4],"to restore the shape of (a pillow, cushion, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "shake up" ,1, 1, 5],"to disturb or shock mentally or physically",1). c_DEF([ "shake",1,1,1 ], "movements; vibrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move up and down or back and forth with short quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,1,2 ], "to sway or totter or cause to sway or totter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,1,3 ], "to clasp or grasp (the hand) of (a person) in greeting, agreement, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,1,4 ], "shake hands| to clasp hands in greeting, agreement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,1,5 ], "shake on it| Informal| to shake hands in agreement, reconciliation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,1,6 ], "to bring or come to a specified condition by or as if by shaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,2,1 ], "to wave or brandish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,3,1 ], "to rouse, stir, or agitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,4,1 ], "to undermine or weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,4,2 ], "to mix (dice) by rattling in a cup or the hand before throwing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,5,1 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,1 ], "to escape from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,2 ], "to perform a trill on a (note)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,3 ], "shake a leg| Informal| to hurry or hasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,4 ], "shake in one's shoes| to tremble with fear or apprehension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,5 ], "from side to side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,5 ], "shake one's head| to indicate disagreement or disapproval by moving the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,6 ], "return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,6,6 ], "shake the dust from one's feet| to depart gladly or with the intention not to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,1 ], "the act or an instance of shaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,10 ], "an informal name for earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,11 ], "short for milk shake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,12 ], "no great shakes| Informal| of no great merit or value; ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,2 ], "a tremor or vibration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,3 ], "causes it, such as a fever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,3 ], "the shakes| Informal| a state of uncontrollable trembling or a condition that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,4 ], "a very short period of time; jiffy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,5 ], "a shingle or clapboard made from a short log by splitting it radially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,6 ], "a fissure or crack in timber or rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,7 ], "an instance of shaking dice before casting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,8 ], "another word for trill ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shake",1,7,9 ], "a modern dance in which the body is shaken convulsively in time to the beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that shakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaker",1,1,2 ], "a container, often having a perforated top, from which something, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaker",1,1,2 ], "condiment, is shaken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shaker",1,1,3 ], "a container in which the ingredients of alcoholic drinks are shaken together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaking palsy",1,1,1 ], "another name for Parkinson's disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shako",1,1,1 ], "a tall usually cylindrical military headdress, having a plume and often a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shako",1,1,1 ], "peak, popular esp| in the 19th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shaky",1,1,1 ], "shakier, shakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaky",1,1,2 ], "tending to shake or tremble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaky",1,1,3 ], "liable to prove defective; unreliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaky",1,1,4 ], "uncertain or questionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shale oil",1,1,1 ], "an oil distilled from shales and used as fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shale",1,1,1 ], "a dark fine-grained laminated sedimentary rock formed by compression of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shale",1,1,1 ], "successive layers of clay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary(esp| with I or we as subject)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,2 ], "to make the future tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,3 ], "(with you, he, she, it, they, or a noun as subject)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,3,1 ], "to indicate determination on the part of the speaker, as in issuing a threat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,3,2 ], "to indicate compulsion, now esp| in official documents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,3,3 ], "to indicate certainty or inevitability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shall",1,1,4 ], "to indicate nonspecific futurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shalloon",1,1,1 ], "a light twill-weave woollen fabric used chiefly for coat linings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallop",1,1,1 ], "a light boat used for rowing in shallow water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallop",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a two-masted gaff-rigged vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallot",1,1,1 ], "an alliaceous plant, Allium ascalonicum, cultivated for its edible bulb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallot",1,1,2 ], "cooking for flavouring and as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shallot",1,1,2 ], "the bulb of this plant, which divides into small sections and is used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallow",1,1,1 ], "having little depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallow",1,1,2 ], "lacking intellectual or mental depth or subtlety; superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallow",1,2,1 ], "a shallow place in a body of water; shoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shallow",1,3,1 ], "to make or become shallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shalom aleichem",1,1,1 ], "peace be to you: used by Jews as a greeting or farewell| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shalom aleichem",1,1,1 ], "shalom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shalt",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shalt",1,1,1 ], "present tense (indicative mood) of shall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sham" ,1, 1, 1],"anything that is not what it purports or appears to be",1). c_DEF([ "sham" ,1, 1, 2],"something false, fake, or fictitious that purports to be genuine",1). c_DEF([ "sham" ,1, 1, 3],"a person who pretends to be something other than he is",1). c_DEF([ "sham" ,1, 2, 1],"counterfeit or false; simulated",1). c_DEF([ "sham" ,1, 3, 1],"to falsely assume the appearance of (something); counterfeit",1). c_DEF([ "shaman",1,1,1 ], "a priest of shamanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaman",1,1,2 ], "American Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shaman",1,1,2 ], "a medicine man of a similar religion, esp| among certain tribes of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shamba",1,1,1 ], "(in E Africa) a plantation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shamble",1,1,1 ], "to walk or move along in an awkward or unsteady way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shamble",1,2,1 ], "an awkward or unsteady walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shambles",1,1,1 ], "a place of great disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shambles",1,1,2 ], "a place where animals are brought to be slaughtered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shambles",1,1,3 ], "any place of slaughter or execution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shambles",1,1,4 ], "a row of covered stalls or shops where goods, originally meat, are sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,1 ], "a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of having done something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,1 ], "dishonourable, unworthy, degrading, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,2 ], "capacity to feel such an emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,3 ], "ignominy or disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that causes this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,5 ], "an occasion for regret, disappointment, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,6 ], "put to shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,6,1 ], "to disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,1,6,2 ], "to surpass totally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,2,1 ], "to cause to feel shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,2,2 ], "to bring shame on; disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shame",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by into) to compel through a sense of shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shamefaced",1,1,1 ], "bashful or modest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shamefaced",1,1,2 ], "showing a sense of shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shameful",1,1,1 ], "causing or deserving shame; scandalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shameless",1,1,1 ], "having no sense of shame; brazen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shameless",1,1,2 ], "done without shame; without decency or modesty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shammes",1,1,1 ], "an official acting as the beadle, sexton, and caretaker of a synagogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shammes",1,1,2 ], "of the menorah" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shammes",1,1,2 ], "the extra candle used on the Feast of Hanukkah to kindle the lamps or candles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shammy",1,1,1 ], "another word for chamois ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shampoo" ,1, 1, 1],"a liquid or cream preparation of soap or detergent to wash the hair",1). c_DEF([ "shampoo" ,1, 1, 2],"a similar preparation for washing carpets, etc",1). c_DEF([ "shampoo" ,1, 1, 3],"the process of shampooing",1). c_DEF([ "shampoo" ,1, 2, 1],"to wash (the hair, etc|) with such a preparation",1). c_DEF([ "shamrock",1,1,1 ], "Ireland" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shamrock",1,1,1 ], "a plant having leaves divided into three leaflets, variously identified as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shamrock",1,1,1 ], "wood sorrel, red clover, white clover, and black medick: the national emblem of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shamus",1,1,1 ], "a police or private detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shan't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of shall not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shandrydan",1,1,1 ], "a two-wheeled cart or chaise, esp| one with a hood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shandrydan",1,1,2 ], "any decrepit old-fashioned conveyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shandy",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink made of beer and ginger beer or lemonade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanghai",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to kidnap (a man or seaman) for enforced service at sea, esp| on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanghai",1,1,1 ], "merchant ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shanghai",1,1,2 ], "to force or trick (someone) into doing something, going somewhere, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanghai",1,1,3 ], "to shoot with a catapult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanghai",1,2,1 ], "a catapult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,1 ], "the shin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,10 ], "the body of a piece of type, between the shoulder and the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,11 ], "another word for crook ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,12 ], "the latter or remaining part of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part of the leg in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,3 ], "a cut of meat from the top part of an animal's shank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,4 ], "the main part of a tool, between the working part and the handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,5 ], "the part of a bolt between the thread and the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,6 ], "the cylindrical part of a bit by which it is held in the drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,7 ], "the ring or stem on the back of some buttons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,8 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,8 ], "the stem or long narrow part of a key, anchor, hook, spoon handle, nail, pin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,9 ], "the band of a ring as distinguished from the setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,9,1 ], "the part of a shoe connecting the wide part of the sole with the heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,1,9,2 ], "the metal or leather piece used for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shank",1,2,1 ], "(of fruits, roots, etc|) to show disease symptoms, esp| discoloration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanks's pony",1,1,1 ], "one's own legs as a means of transportation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanny",1,1,1 ], "a European blenny, Blennius pholis, of rocky coastal waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shantung",1,1,1 ], "a heavy silk fabric with a knobbly surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shantung",1,1,2 ], "a cotton or rayon imitation of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanty" ,2, 1, 2],"a song originally sung by sailors, esp| a rhythmical one forming an",1). c_DEF([ "shanty" ,2, 1, 2],"accompaniment to work",2). c_DEF([ "shanty",1,1,1 ], "a ramshackle hut; crude dwelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shanty",1,1,2 ], "a public house, esp| an unlicensed one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shantytown",1,1,1 ], "a town or section of a town or city inhabited by very poor people living in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shantytown",1,1,1 ], "shanties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shape up" ,1, 1, 1],"to proceed or develop satisfactorily",1). c_DEF([ "shape up" ,1, 1, 2],"to develop a definite or proper form",1). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,1 ], "the outward form of an object defined by outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,2 ], "the figure or outline of the body of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,3 ], "a phantom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,4 ], "organized or definite form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,5 ], "the form that anything assumes; guise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,6 ], "something used to provide or define form; pattern; mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,7 ], "condition or state of efficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,8 ], "out of shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,8,1 ], "in bad physical condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,8,2 ], "bent, twisted, or deformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,1,9 ], "take shape| to assume a definite form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by into or up) to receive or cause to receive shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,2,1 ], "or form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,3,1 ], "to mould into a particular pattern or form; modify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,4,1 ], "to plan, devise, or prepare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shape",1,4,2 ], "an obsolete word for appoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shapeless",1,1,1 ], "having no definite shape or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shapeless",1,1,2 ], "lacking a symmetrical or aesthetically pleasing shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shapely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shapely",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a woman''s body or legs) pleasing or attractive in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaptin" ,1, 1, 2],"variant spellings of Sahaptin",1). c_DEF([ "shard",1,1,1 ], "a broken piece or fragment of a brittle substance, esp| of pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shard",1,1,2 ], "a tough sheath, scale, or shell, esp| the elytra of a beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share certificate",1,1,1 ], "a document issued by a company certifying ownership of one or more of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share certificate",1,1,1 ], "shares| U|S| equivalent: stock certificate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "share premium",1,1,1 ], "over its par value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "share premium",1,1,1 ], "the excess of the amount actually subscribed for an issue of corporate capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,1,1 ], "a part or portion of something owned, allotted to, or contributed by a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,1,1 ], "or group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,1,2 ], "any of the equal parts, usually of low par value, into which is divided the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,1,2 ], "capital stock of a company" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,1,3 ], "go shares| Informal| to share (something) with another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,2,1 ], "to divide or apportion, esp| equally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by in) to receive or contribute a portion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share",1,2,3 ], "to join with another or others in the use of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "share",2,1,1 ], "short for ploughshare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharecrop",1,1,1 ], "to cultivate (farmland) as a sharecropper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharecropper",1,1,1 ], "a farmer, esp| a tenant farmer, who pays over a proportion of a crop or crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharecropper",1,1,1 ], "as rent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sharefarmer",1,1,1 ], "a farmer who shares his profits with his farm workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shareholder",1,1,1 ], "the owner of one or more shares in a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharia",1,1,1 ], "the body of doctrines that regulate the lives of those who profess Islam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark bell",1,1,1 ], "a bell sounded to warn swimmers of the presence of sharks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark net",1,1,1 ], "a net for catching sharks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark net",1,1,2 ], "a long piece of netting strung across a bay, inlet, etc|, to exclude sharks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark patrol",1,1,1 ], "a watch for sharks kept by an aircraft flying over beaches used by swimmers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark siren",1,1,1 ], "a siren sounded to warn swimmers of the presence of sharks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark",1,1,1 ], "any of various usually ferocious selachian fishes, typically marine with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark",1,1,1 ], "long body, two dorsal fins, rows of sharp teeth, and between five and seven gill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shark",1,1,1 ], "slits on each side of the head" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shark",2,1,1 ], "a person who preys on or victimizes others, esp| by swindling or extortion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shark",2,2,1 ], "to obtain (something) by cheating or deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharkskin",1,1,1 ], "a smooth glossy fabric of acetate rayon, used for sportswear, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharksucker",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for a remora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,1 ], "having a keen edge suitable for cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,10 ], "having an acrid taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,11 ], "keen; biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,11,1 ], "denoting a note that has been raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,11,2 ], "(of an instrument, voice, etc|) out of tune by being or tending to be too high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,11,2 ], "in pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,12 ], "a less common word for fortis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,2 ], "having an edge or point; not rounded or blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,3 ], "involving a sudden change, esp| in direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,4 ], "moving, acting, or reacting quickly, efficiently, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,5 ], "clearly defined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,6 ], "mentally acute; clever; astute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,7 ], "sly or artful; clever in an underhand way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,8 ], "bitter or harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,1,9 ], "shrill or penetrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,2,1 ], "in a sharp manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,2,2 ], "exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,2,2,1 ], "higher than a standard pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,2,2,2 ], "out of tune by being or tending to be too high in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,3,1,1 ], "an accidental that raises the pitch of the following note by one chromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,3,1,1 ], "semitone| Usual symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,3,1,2 ], "a note affected by this accidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,3,2 ], "a thin needle with a sharp point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,3,3 ], "a sharper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp",1,4,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for sharpen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having very good eyesight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-eyed",1,1,2 ], "observant or alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-set",1,1,1 ], "set to give an acute cutting angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-set",1,1,2 ], "keenly hungry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-set",1,1,3 ], "keen or eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-sighted",1,1,1 ], "having keen vision; sharp-eyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-tongued",1,1,1 ], "bitter or critical in speech; sarcastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharp-witted",1,1,1 ], "having or showing a keen intelligence; perceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharpen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become sharp or sharper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharpen",1,1,2 ], "to raise the pitch of (a note), esp| by one chromatic semitone| Usual U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharpen",1,1,2 ], "word: sharp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sharper",1,1,1 ], "a person who cheats or swindles; fraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharpie",1,1,1 ], "a member of a teenage group having short hair and distinctive clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sharpshooter",1,1,1 ], "an expert marksman, esp| with a rifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shashlik",1,1,1 ], "a type of kebab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shatter",1,1,1 ], "to break or be broken into many small pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shatter",1,2,1 ], "to impair or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shatter",1,3,1 ], "to dumbfound or thoroughly upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shatter",1,3,2 ], "an obsolete word for scatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shatter",1,4,1 ], "a fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shatterproof",1,1,1 ], "designed to resist shattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to remove (the beard, hair, etc|) from (the face, head, or body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,1 ], "by scraping the skin with a razor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,2 ], "to cut or trim very closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,3 ], "to reduce to shavings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,4 ], "pare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,4 ], "to remove thin slices from (wood, etc|) with a sharp cutting tool; plane or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,5 ], "to touch or graze in passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,6 ], "to reduce (a price) by a slight amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,7 ], "customary or legal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,1,7 ], "to purchase (a commercial paper) at a greater rate of discount than is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of shaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,2,2 ], "any tool for scraping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,2,3 ], "a thin slice or shaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,2,4 ], "an instance of barely touching something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shave",1,2,5 ], "close shave| Informal| a narrow escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaveling",1,1,1 ], "a priest or clergyman with a shaven head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaveling",1,1,2 ], "a young fellow; youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaven",1,1,1,1 ], "closely shaved or tonsured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaven",1,1,1,2 ], "clean-shaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaver",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that shaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaver",1,1,2 ], "an electrically powered implement for shaving, having reciprocating or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaver",1,1,2 ], "rotating blades behind a fine metal comb or pierced foil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shaver",1,1,3 ], "a youngster, esp| a young boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaver",1,1,4 ], "a person who makes hard or extortionate bargains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaving",1,1,1 ], "a thin paring or slice, esp| of wood, that has been shaved from something|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaving",1,1,1 ], "modifier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shaving",1,1,2 ], "used when shaving the face, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shaw",1,1,1 ], "a small wood; thicket; copse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shawl collar",1,1,1 ], "a collar rolled back in a continuous and tapering line along the surplice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shawl collar",1,1,1 ], "neckline of a garment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shawl",1,1,1 ], "a piece of fabric or knitted or crocheted material worn around the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shawl",1,1,1 ], "by women or wrapped around a baby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shawm",1,1,1 ], "a medieval form of the oboe with a conical bore and flaring bell, blown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shawm",1,1,1 ], "through a double reed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shay",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for chaise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "she",1,1,1 ], "refers to a female person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "she",1,1,2 ], "refers to things personified as feminine, such as cars, ships, and nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "she",1,2,1 ], "a female person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "she'd" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of she had or",1). c_DEF([ "she'd" ,1, 1, 2],"he wou",1). c_DEF([ "she'll" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of she will or",1). c_DEF([ "she'll" ,1, 1, 2],"he sha",1). c_DEF([ "she's" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of she is or she has",1). c_DEF([ "she-oak",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian trees of the genus Casuarina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shea",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African sapotaceous tree, Butyrospermum parkii, with oily seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shea",1,1,2 ], "and used as food, to make soaps, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shea",1,1,2 ], "shea butter| the white butter-like fat obtained from the seeds of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheading",1,1,1 ], "any of the six subdivisions of the Isle of Man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheaf",1,1,1 ], "a bundle of reaped but unthreshed corn tied with one or two bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheaf",1,1,2 ], "a bundle of objects tied together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheaf",1,1,3 ], "the arrows contained in a quiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheaf",1,2,1 ], "to bind or tie into a sheaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear pin",1,1,1 ], "an easily replaceable pin inserted in a machine at a critical point and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear pin",1,1,1 ], "designed to break and stop the machine if the stress becomes too great" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,1,1 ], "to remove (the fleece or hair) of (sheep, etc|) by cutting or clipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,1,2 ], "to cut or cut through (something) with shears or a sharp instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,1,3 ], "etc|) to deform or fracture as a result of excess torsion or transverse load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,1,3 ], "to cause (a part, member, shaft, etc|) to deform or fracture or (of a part," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,2,1 ], "to strip or divest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by through) to move through (something) by or as if by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,2,2 ], "cutting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,2,3 ], "or dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,2,4 ], "to reap (corn, etc|) with a scythe or sickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,1 ], "the act, process, or an instance of shearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,2 ], "a shearing of a sheep or flock of sheep, esp| when referred to as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,2 ], "indication of age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,3 ], "a form of deformation or fracture in which parallel planes in a body or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,3 ], "assembly slide over one another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,4 ], "between two points in parallel planes divided by the distance between the planes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,4 ], "the deformation of a body, part, etc|, expressed as the lateral displacement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,5 ], "either one of the blades of a pair of shears, scissors, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,6 ], "a machine that cuts sheet material by passing a knife blade through it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,7 ], "a device for lifting heavy loads consisting of a tackle supported by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shear",1,3,7 ], "framework held steady by guy ropes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shearlegs",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sheerlegs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shearling",1,1,1 ], "a young sheep after its first shearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shearling",1,1,2 ], "the skin of such an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shears",1,1,1,1 ], "large scissors, as for cutting cloth, jointing poultry, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shears",1,1,1,2 ], "a large scissor-like and usually hand-held cutting tool with flat blades, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shears",1,1,1,2 ], "for cutting hedges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shears",1,1,2 ], "any of various analogous cutting or clipping implements or machines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shears",1,1,3 ], "short for sheerlegs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shearwater",1,1,1 ], "Procellaria, etc|, specialized for an aerial or aquatic existence: family Procellariidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shearwater",1,1,1 ], "any of several oceanic birds of the genera Puffinus, such as P| puffinus ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shearwater",1,1,1 ], "order Procellariiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shearwater",1,1,2 ], "(petrels)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheatfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for European catfish (see silurid ,1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath knife",1,1,1 ], "a knife carried in or protected by a sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,1,1 ], "a case or covering for the blade of a knife, sword, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,1,2 ], "any similar close-fitting case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,1,3 ], "a plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,1,3 ], "an enclosing or protective structure, such as a leaf base encasing the stem of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,1,4 ], "the protective covering on an electric cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,1,5 ], "a figure-hugging dress with a narrow tapering skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,1,6 ], "another name for condom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheath",1,2,1 ], "another word for sheathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheathbill",1,1,1 ], "Charadriiformes|They have a white plumage and a horny sheath at the base of the bill" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sheathbill",1,1,1 ], "and subantarctic regions, constituting the family Chionididae: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheathbill",1,1,1 ], "either of two pigeon-like shore birds, Chionis alba or C| minor, of antarctic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheathe",1,1,1 ], "to insert (a knife, sword, etc|) into a sheath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheathe",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of cats) to retract (the claws)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheathe",1,1,3 ], "to surface with or encase in a sheath or sheathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheathing",1,1,1 ], "any material used as an outer layer, as on a ship's hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheathing",1,1,2 ], "boarding, etc|, used to cover the wall studding or roof joists of a timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheathing",1,1,2 ], "frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheave",1,1,1 ], "to gather or bind into sheaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheave",2,1,1 ], "a wheel with a grooved rim, esp| one used as a pulley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheaves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of sheaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shebang",1,1,1 ], "a situation, matter, or affair (esp| in the phrase the whole shebang)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shebang",1,1,2 ], "a hut or shack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shebeen",1,1,1 ], "a place where alcoholic drink is sold illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shebeen",1,1,2 ], "(in South Africa) a place where Black African men engage in social drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shebeen",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S| and Ireland) weak beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shed hand",1,1,1 ], "a worker in a sheepshearing shed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shed",1,1,1 ], "a small building or lean-to of light construction, used for storage, shelter," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shed",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shed",1,1,2 ], "a large roofed structure, esp| one with open sides, used for storage," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shed",1,1,2 ], "repairing locomotives, sheepshearing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheen",1,1,1 ], "a gleaming or glistening brightness; lustre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheen",1,1,2 ], "splendid clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheen",1,2,1 ], "shining and beautiful; radiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheen",1,3,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheen",1,3,2 ], "to gleam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheeny",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word for a Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep ked",1,1,1 ], "a wingless dipterous fly, Melophagus ovinus, that is an external parasite of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep ked",1,1,1 ], "sheep: family Hippoboscidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheep sorrel",1,1,1 ], "a polygonaceous plant, Rumex acetosella, of the N hemisphere, having slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep sorrel",1,1,1 ], "bitter-tasting leaves and small reddish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheep station",1,1,1 ], "a large sheep farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep tick",1,1,1 ], "a tick, Ixodes ricinus, that is parasitic on sheep, cattle, and man and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep tick",1,1,1 ], "transmits the disease louping ill in sheep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheep tick",1,1,2 ], "another name for sheep ked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep",1,1,1 ], "any of various bovid mammals of the genus Ovis and related genera, esp| O|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep",1,1,1 ], "aries , having transversely ribbed horns and a narrow face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheep",1,1,2 ], "Barbary sheep| another name for aoudad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep",1,1,3 ], "a meek or timid person, esp| one without initiative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep",1,1,4 ], "separate the sheep from the goats| to pick out the people who are superior in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep",1,1,4 ], "some respects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheep's eyes",1,1,1 ], "amorous or inviting glances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep's fescue",1,1,1 ], "a temperate perennial tufted grass, Festuca ovina, with narrow inwardly rolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep's fescue",1,1,1 ], "leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheep-dip",1,1,1 ], "any of several liquid disinfectants and insecticides in which sheep are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheep-dip",1,1,1 ], "immersed to kill vermin and germs in their fleece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheep-dip",1,1,2 ], "a deep trough containing such a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepcote",1,1,1 ], "another word for sheepfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepdog trial",1,1,1 ], "a competition in which sheepdogs are tested in their tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepdog",1,1,1 ], "any of various breeds of dog reared originally for herding sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepfold",1,1,1 ], "a pen or enclosure for sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepish",1,1,1 ], "abashed or embarrassed, esp| through looking foolish or being in the wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepish",1,1,2 ], "resembling a sheep in timidity or lack of initiative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepshank",1,1,1 ], "a knot, hitch, or bend made in a rope to shorten it temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepshead",1,1,1 ], "any of several sparid fishes with strong crushing teeth, esp| Archosargus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepshead",1,1,1 ], "rhomboidalis, of the American Atlantic, which is marked with dark bands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheepshearing",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of shearing sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepshearing",1,1,2 ], "the season or an occasion of shearing sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepshearing",1,1,3 ], "a feast held on such an occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepskin",1,1,1,1 ], "removed and used for parchment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheepskin",1,1,1,1 ], "the skin of a sheep, esp| when used for clothing, etc|, or with the fleece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepskin",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheepwalk",1,1,1 ], "a tract of land for grazing sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular; very steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",1,1,2 ], "(of textiles) so fine as to be transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",1,1,3 ], "absolute; unmitigated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",1,1,4 ], "bright or shining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",1,2,1 ], "steeply or perpendicularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",1,2,2 ], "completely or absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",1,3,1 ], "any transparent fabric used for making garments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",2,1,1 ], "(foll| by off or away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",2,1,2 ], "to deviate or cause to deviate from a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",2,2,1 ], "to avoid an unpleasant person, thing, topic, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",2,3,1 ], "the upward sweep of the deck or bulwarks of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheer",2,3,2 ], "the position of a vessel relative to its mooring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheerlegs",1,1,1 ], "a device for lifting heavy weights consisting of two or more spars lashed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheerlegs",1,1,1 ], "together at the upper ends from which a lifting tackle is suspended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheet anchor",1,1,1 ], "a large strong anchor for use in emergency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet bend",1,1,1 ], "a knot used esp| for joining ropes of different sizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet down",1,1,1 ], "(of rain) to fall heavily in sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet lightning",1,1,1 ], "distant lightning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheet lightning",1,1,1 ], "lightning that appears as a broad sheet, caused by the reflection of more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet metal",1,1,1 ], "metal in the form of a sheet, the thickness being intermediate between that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet metal",1,1,1 ], "plate and that of foil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheet music",1,1,1 ], "of unbound leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheet music",1,1,1 ], "the printed or written copy of a short composition or piece, esp| in the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet music",1,1,2 ], "music in its written or printed form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,1 ], "a large rectangular piece of cotton, linen, etc|, generally one of a pair used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,1 ], "as inner bedclothes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,1,1 ], "a thin piece of a substance such as paper, glass, or metal, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,1,1 ], "rectangular in form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,2 ], "a broad continuous surface; expanse or stretch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,3 ], "a newspaper, esp| a tabloid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,4 ], "a piece of printed paper to be folded into a section for a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,5 ], "a page of stamps, usually of one denomination and already perforated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,1,6 ], "any thin tabular mass of rock covering a large area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",1,2,1 ], "to provide with, cover, or wrap in a sheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet",2,1,1 ], "a line or rope for controlling the position of a sail relative to the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheet-fed",1,1,1 ], "involving or printing on separate sheets of paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheeting",1,1,1 ], "fabric from which sheets are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheik",1,1,1 ], "(in Muslim countries)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheik",1,1,1,1 ], "the head of an Arab tribe, village, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheik",1,1,1,2 ], "a venerable old man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheik",1,1,1,3 ], "a religious leader; high priest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheik",1,1,2 ], "an attractive man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheikdom",1,1,1 ], "the territory ruled by a sheik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheila",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shekel",1,1,1 ], "any of several former coins and units of weight of the Near East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shekel",1,1,2 ], "any coin or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelduck" ,1, 1, 1],"Tadorna tadorna (common shelduck), of the Old World",2). c_DEF([ "shelduck" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various large usually brightly coloured gooselike ducks, such as",1). c_DEF([ "shelf ice",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for ice shelf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf life",1,1,1 ], "deteriorating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shelf life",1,1,1 ], "the length of time a packaged food, chemical, etc|, will last without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,1 ], "a thin flat plank of wood, metal, etc|, fixed horizontally against a wall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,1 ], "etc|, for the purpose of supporting objects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,3 ], "the objects placed on a shelf, regarded collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,4 ], "a projecting layer of ice, rock, etc|, on land or in the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,5 ], "a layer of bedrock hit when sinking a shaft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,6 ], "the part of the hand on which an arrow rests when the bow is grasped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,7 ], "on the shelf| put aside or abandoned, used esp| of unmarried women considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelf",1,1,7 ], "to be past the age of marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell bean",1,1,1 ], "any of various bean plants that are cultivated for their edible seeds rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell bean",1,1,1 ], "than for their pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell jacket",1,1,1 ], "a rare name for mess jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell out",1,1,1 ], "to pay out or hand over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell out",1,1,2 ], "(money)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell shock",1,1,1 ], "loss of sight, memory, etc|, resulting from psychological strain during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell shock",1,1,1 ], "prolonged engagement in warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,1 ], "egg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,1 ], "the protective calcareous or membranous outer layer of an egg, esp| a bird's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,10 ], "has been gutted by fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,10 ], "the external structure of a building, esp| one that is unfinished or one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,11 ], "the basic structural case of a machine or vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,12 ], "a class of electron orbits in an atom in which the electrons have the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,12 ], "differences in energy between shells" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,12 ], "principal quantum number and differences in their energy are small compared with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,13 ], "the pastry case of a pie, flan, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,14 ], "a thin slab of concrete or a skeletal framework made of wood or metal that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,14 ], "forms a shell-like roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,15 ], "(in some schools) a class or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,16 ], "come out of one's shell| to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,17 ], "(or help a person to become) less shy and reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,2 ], "the hard outer covering of many molluscs that is secreted by the mantle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,3 ], "any other hard outer layer, such as the exoskeleton of many arthropods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,4 ], "the hard outer layer of some fruits, esp| of nuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,5 ], "any hard outer case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,6 ], "a hollow artillery projectile filled with explosive primed to explode either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,6 ], "during flight, on impact, or after penetration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,7 ], "a small-arms cartridge comprising a hollow casing inside which is the primer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,7 ], "charge, and bullet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,8 ], "a pyrotechnic cartridge designed to explode in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,1,9 ], "a very light narrow racing boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,2,1 ], "to divest or be divested of a shell, husk, pod, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,2,2 ], "to separate or be separated from the ear, husk, cob, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shell",1,3,1 ], "to bombard with artillery shells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shellback",1,1,1 ], "a sailor who has crossed the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shellback",1,1,2 ], "an experienced or old sailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shellbark",1,1,1 ], "another name for shagbark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shellfire",1,1,1 ], "the firing of artillery shells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shellfish",1,1,1 ], "animal used as human food| Examples are crustaceans such as crabs and lobsters and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shellfish",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic invertebrate having a shell or shell-like carapace, esp| such an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shellfish",1,1,1 ], "molluscs such as oysters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shellproof",1,1,1 ], "designed, intended, or able to resist shellfire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelter tent",1,1,1 ], "a military tent for two men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelter",1,1,1 ], "of refuge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shelter",1,1,1 ], "something that provides cover or protection, as from weather or danger; place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelter",1,1,2 ], "the protection afforded by such a cover; refuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelter",1,1,3 ], "the state of being sheltered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelter",1,2,1 ], "to provide with or protect by a shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelter",1,3,1 ], "to take cover, as from rain; find refuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelter",1,4,1 ], "to act as a shelter for; take under one's protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheltie",1,1,1 ], "another name for Shetland pony or Shetland sheepdog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelve",1,1,1 ], "to place on a shelf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelve",1,1,2 ], "to provide with shelves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelve",1,1,3 ], "to put aside or postpone from consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelve",1,1,4 ], "to dismiss or cause to retire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelve",2,1,1 ], "to slope away gradually incline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of shelf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelving",1,1,1 ], "material for making shelves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shelving",1,1,2 ], "a set of shelves; shelves collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shenanigan",1,1,1 ], "roguishness; mischief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shenanigan",1,1,2 ], "an act of treachery; deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shend",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shend",1,1,2 ], "to put to shame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shend",1,1,3 ], "to chide or reproach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shend",1,1,4 ], "to injure or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd dog",1,1,1 ], "another term for sheepdog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to tend sheep| Fem| equivalent: shepherdess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd",1,1,2 ], "a person, such as a clergyman, who watches over or guides a group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd",1,1,3 ], "a miner who retains the rights to a mining claim without working it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd",1,2,1 ], "to guide or watch over in the manner of a shepherd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd",1,2,2 ], "to retain (a mining claim) without working it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd",1,2,3 ], "their path" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd",1,2,3 ], "to prevent opponents from tackling (a member of one's own team) by blocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd's needle",1,1,1 ], "a European umbelliferous plant, Scandix pecten-veneris, with long needle-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd's needle",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd's pie",1,1,1 ], "a baked dish of minced meat covered with mashed potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd's weatherglass",1,1,1 ], "another name for the scarlet pimpernel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd's-purse",1,1,1 ], "a cruciferous plant, Capsella bursa-pastoris, having small white flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shepherd's-purse",1,1,1 ], "flattened triangular seed pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sherardize",1,1,1 ], "(of iron or steel) to be coated in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sherardize",1,1,1 ], "to coat (iron or steel) with zinc by heating in a container with zinc dust or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherbet",1,1,1 ], "a fruit-flavoured slightly effervescent powder, eaten as a sweet or used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherbet",1,1,1 ], "make a drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sherbet",1,1,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for sorbet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherbet",1,1,3 ], "beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherd",1,1,1 ], "another word for shard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheria",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sharia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherif",1,1,1 ], "a descendant of Mohammed through his daughter Fatima" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherif",1,1,2 ], "the governor of Mecca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherif",1,1,3 ], "an honorific title accorded to any Muslim ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheriff court",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland) a court having jurisdiction to try summarily or on indictment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheriff court",1,1,1 ], "all but the most serious crimes and to deal with most civil actions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheriff",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the chief law-enforcement officer in a county: popularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheriff",1,1,1 ], "elected, except in Rhode Island" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheriff",1,1,2 ], "(in England and Wales) the chief executive officer of the Crown in a county," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheriff",1,1,2 ], "having chiefly ceremonial duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sheriff",1,1,3 ], "(in Scotland) a judge in any of the sheriff courts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherry",1,1,1 ], "a fortified wine, originally only from the Jerez region of southern Spain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sherry",1,1,1 ], "usually drunk as an aperitif" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sherwani",1,1,1 ], "a long coat closed up to the neck, worn by men in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sheugh",1,1,1 ], "a ditch or trough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shew",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shewbread",1,1,1 ], "incense in the tabernacle or temple of ancient Israel (Exodus 25:30; Leviticus 24:5-9)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shewbread",1,1,1 ], "the loaves of bread placed every Sabbath on the table beside the altar of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiai",1,1,1 ], "a judo contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shibboleth",1,1,1 ], "a custom, phrase, or use of language that distinguishes members of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shibboleth",1,1,1 ], "particular social class, profession, etc|, from other people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shicker",1,1,1 ], "alcoholic drink; liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shickered",1,1,1 ], "drunk; intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shied",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield bug",1,1,1 ], "Pentamoidea, esp| any of the family Pentatomidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shield bug",1,1,1 ], "any shield-shaped herbivorous heteropterous insect of the superfamily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,1 ], "any protection used to intercept blows, missiles, etc|, such as a tough piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,1 ], "of armour carried on the arm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,2 ], "any similar protective device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,3 ], "a pointed stylized shield used for displaying armorial bearings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,4 ], "anything that resembles a shield in shape, such as a prize in a sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,4 ], "competition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,5 ], "the protective outer covering of an animal, such as the shell of a turtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,6 ], "a structure of concrete, lead, etc|, placed around a nuclear reactor or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,6 ], "source of radiation in order to prevent the escape of radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,7 ], "a broad stable plateau of ancient Precambrian rocks forming the rigid nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,7 ], "of a particular continent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,1,8 ], "short for dress shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield",1,2,1 ], "to protect, hide, or conceal (something) from danger or harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield-fern",1,1,1 ], "any temperate woodland fern of the genus Polystichum having shield-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shield-fern",1,1,1 ], "flaps covering the spore-producing bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shieling",1,1,1 ], "a temporary shelter used by people tending cattle on high ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shieling",1,1,2 ], "a hut in the hills or in a remote spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shieling",1,1,3 ], "pasture land for the grazing of cattle in summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shier",1,1,1 ], "a comparative of shy ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shier",2,1,1 ], "a horse that shies habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiest",1,1,1 ], "a superlative of shy ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift key",1,1,1 ], "a key on a typewriter used to adjust the action of the machine so that it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift key",1,1,1 ], "types capital letters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move from one place or position to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,2,1 ], "to change for another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,2,2 ], "to change (gear) in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,3,1 ], "(of a sound or set of sounds) to alter in a systematic way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,4,1 ], "to provide for one's needs (esp| in the phrase shift for oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,5,1 ], "to proceed by indirect or evasive methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,5,2 ], "to remove or be removed, esp| with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,5,3 ], "to move quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of shifting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,6,2 ], "a group of workers who work for a specific period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,6,3 ], "the period of time worked by such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,6,4 ], "an expedient, contrivance, or artifice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,6,5 ], "fault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,6,5 ], "the displacement of rocks, esp| layers or seams in mining, at a geological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shift",1,6,6 ], "an underskirt or dress with little shaping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shifting cultivation",1,1,1 ], "a land-use system, esp| in tropical Africa, in which a tract of land is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shifting cultivation",1,1,1 ], "abandoned until this is restored naturally" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shifting cultivation",1,1,1 ], "cleared and the land cultivated until its fertility diminishes, when the area is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shifting spanner",1,1,1 ], "an adjustable spanner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiftless",1,1,1 ], "lacking in ambition or initiative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shifty",1,1,1 ], "shiftier, shiftiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shifty",1,1,2 ], "given to evasions; artful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shifty",1,1,3 ], "furtive in character or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shifty",1,1,4 ], "full of expedients; resourceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shigella",1,1,1 ], "any rod-shaped Gram-negative bacterium of the genus Shigella, some species of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shigella",1,1,1 ], "which cause dysentery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shih-tzu",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese breed of small dog similar to a Pekingese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shikar (in India)",1,1,1 ], "hunting, esp| big-game hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shikar (in India)",1,2,1 ], "to hunt (game, esp| big game)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shikari",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a hunter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiksa",1,1,1 ], "(used by Jews) a non-Jewish girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiksa",1,1,2 ], "a Jewish girl who fails to live up to traditional Jewish standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shillelagh",1,1,1 ], "(in Ireland) a stout club or cudgel, esp| one made of oak or blackthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shilling mark",1,1,1 ], "another name for solidus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shilling",1,1,1 ], "a British silver or (later) cupronickel coin worth one twentieth of a pound," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shilling",1,1,1 ], "replaced by the 5p piece in 1970" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shilling",1,1,2 ], "Tanzania: divided into 100 cents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shilling",1,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of Kenya, Uganda, the Somali Republic, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shilling",1,1,3 ], "an old monetary unit of the U|S| varying in value in different states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shillyshally" ,1, 1, 1],"to be indecisive, esp| over unimportant matters; hesitate",1). c_DEF([ "shillyshally" ,1, 2, 1],"in an indecisive manner",1). c_DEF([ "shillyshally" ,1, 3, 1],"indecisive or hesitant",1). c_DEF([ "shillyshally" ,1, 4, 2],"indecision or hesitation; vacillation",1). c_DEF([ "shily",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of shyly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shim" ,1, 1, 1],"a thin packing strip or washer often used with a number of similar washers or",1). c_DEF([ "shim" ,1, 1, 1],"strips to adjust a clearance for gears, etc",2). c_DEF([ "shim" ,1, 2, 1],"to modify a load or clearance on (a gear, etc|) by use of shims",1). c_DEF([ "shimmer",1,1,1 ], "to shine with a glistening or tremulous light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shimmer",1,2,1 ], "a faint, glistening, or tremulous light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shimmy" ,1, 1, 1],"an American ragtime dance with much shaking of the hips and shoulders",1). c_DEF([ "shimmy" ,1, 1, 2],"abnormal wobbling motion in a motor vehicle, esp| in the front wheels or",1). c_DEF([ "shimmy" ,1, 1, 2],"steering",2). c_DEF([ "shimmy" ,1, 1, 3],"an informal word for ,chemise",1). c_DEF([ "shimmy" ,1, 3, 1],"to dance the shimmy",1). c_DEF([ "shimmy" ,1, 3, 2],"to vibrate or wobble",1). c_DEF([ "shin" ,1, 1, 1],"the front part of the lower leg",1). c_DEF([ "shin" ,1, 1, 2],"the front edge of the tibia",1). c_DEF([ "shin" ,1, 1, 3],"a cut of beef, the lower foreleg",1). c_DEF([ "shin" ,1, 2, 1],"(when intr|, often foll| by up) to climb (a pole, tree, etc|) by gripping with",1). c_DEF([ "shin" ,1, 2, 1],"the hands or arms and the legs and hauling oneself up",2). c_DEF([ "shin" ,1, 2, 2],"to kick (a person) in the shins",1). c_DEF([ "shin",2,1,1 ], "the 22nd letter in the Hebrew alphabet (,), transliterated as sh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shinbone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for tibia ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shindig",1,1,1 ], "a noisy party, dance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shindig",1,1,2 ], "a quarrel or commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,1,1 ], "to emit light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,2,1 ], "to glow or be bright with reflected light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,3,1 ], "to direct the light of (a lamp, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,4,1 ], "to cause to gleam by polishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,5,1 ], "to be conspicuously competent; excel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,6,1 ], "to appear clearly; be conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,7,1 ], "the state or quality of shining; sheen; lustre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,7,2 ], "come rain or shine| whatever the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,7,3 ], "short for moonshine (whisky)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shine",1,7,4 ], "a liking or fancy (esp| in the phrase take a shine to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiner",1,1,1 ], "something that shines, such as a polishing device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiner",1,1,2 ], "Notropis and related genera, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shiner",1,1,2 ], "any of numerous small North American freshwater cyprinid fishes of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiner",1,2,1 ], "cornutus and Notemigonus crysoleucas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiner",1,2,2 ], "a popular name for the mackerel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiner",1,2,3 ], "a black eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,1,1 ], "a thin rectangular tile, esp| one made of wood, that is laid with others in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,1,1 ], "overlapping rows to cover a roof or a wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,1,2 ], "a woman's short-cropped hair style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,1,3 ], "a small signboard or name plate fixed outside the office of a doctor, lawyer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,1,4 ], "a shingle short| Austral| informal| unintelligent or mentally subnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,2,1 ], "to cover (a roof or a wall) with shingles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",1,2,2 ], "to cut (the hair) in a short-cropped style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",2,1,1 ], "coarse gravel, esp| the pebbles found on beaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",2,1,2 ], "a place or area strewn with shingle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",3,1,1 ], "of wrought iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shingle",3,1,1 ], "to hammer or squeeze the slag out of (iron) after puddling in the production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingles",1,1,1 ], "Technical names: herpes zoster, zoster" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shingles",1,1,1 ], "an acute viral disease affecting the ganglia of certain nerves, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shingles",1,1,1 ], "by inflammation, pain, and skin eruptions along the course of the affected nerve|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shinkin",1,1,1 ], "a worthless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shinleaf",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for wintergreen ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shinplaster",1,1,1 ], "a promissory note on brittle paper, issued by an individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shinty",1,1,1 ], "a simple form of hockey played with a ball and sticks curved at the lower end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shinty",1,1,2 ], "the stick used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shinty",1,2,1 ], "to play shinty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiny",1,1,1 ], "shinier, shiniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiny",1,1,2 ], "glossy or polished; bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiny",1,1,3 ], "(of clothes or material) worn to a smooth and glossy state, as by continual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiny",1,1,3 ], "rubbing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ship chandler",1,1,1 ], "a person or business dealing in supplies for ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ship money",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied to finance the fitting out of warships: abolished 1640" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ship of the line",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a warship large enough to fight in the first line of battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ship out",1,1,1 ], "to depart or cause to depart by ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 1, 1],"a vessel propelled by engines or sails for navigating on the water, esp| a",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 1, 1],"large vessel that cannot be carried aboard another, as distinguished from a boat",2). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 1, 2],"a large sailing vessel with three or more square-rigged masts",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 1, 3],"the crew of a ship",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 1, 4],"short for ,airship or ,spaceship",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 1, 5],"any vehicle or conveyance",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 1, 6],"when one's ship comes in when one has become successful or wealthy",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 2, 1],"to place, transport, or travel on any conveyance, esp| aboard a ship",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 2, 3],"to take (water) over the side",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 2, 4],"to bring or go aboard a vessel",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 2, 6],"often foll| by off) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 2, 7],"to send away, often in order to be rid of",1). c_DEF([ "ship" ,1, 2, 8],"to engage to serve aboard a ship",1). c_DEF([ "ship's biscuit",1,1,1 ], "another name for hardtack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ship's boy",1,1,1 ], "a young man or boy employed to attend the needs of passengers or officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ship's boy",1,1,1 ], "aboard ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ship's papers",1,1,1 ], "of ascertaining details of her ownership, nationality, destination, and cargo or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ship's papers",1,1,1 ], "the documents that are required by law to be carried by a ship for the purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ship's papers",1,1,1 ], "to prove her neutrality" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ship-rigged",1,1,1 ], "rigged as a full-rigged ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipboard",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipboard",1,1,2 ], "taking place, used, or intended for use aboard a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipboard",1,1,3 ], "on shipboard| on board a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipbuilder",1,1,1 ], "a person or business engaged in the building of ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipload",1,1,1 ], "the quantity carried by a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipmaster",1,1,1 ], "the master or captain of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipmate",1,1,1 ], "a sailor who serves on the same ship as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipment",1,1,1,1 ], "goods shipped together as part of the same lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipment",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipment",1,1,2 ], "the act of shipping cargo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipowner",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or has shares in a ship or ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipper",1,1,1 ], "a person or company in the business of shipping freight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipping clerk",1,1,1 ], "a person employed by a company to receive, unpack, pack, and send shipments of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipping clerk",1,1,1 ], "goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shipping ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipping",1,1,1,1 ], "ships collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipping",1,1,1,1 ], "the business of transporting freight, esp| by ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipping",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipping",1,1,1,2 ], "the tonnage of a number of ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipshape",1,1,1 ], "neat; orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipshape",1,2,1 ], "in a neat and orderly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipway",1,1,1 ], "the structure on which a vessel is built, then launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipway",1,1,2 ], "a canal used by ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipworm",1,1,1 ], "any wormlike marine bivalve mollusc of the genus Teredo and related genera and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipworm",1,1,1 ], "family Teredinidae|They bore into wooden piers, ships, etc|, by means of drill-like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shipworm",1,1,1 ], "shell valves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shipwreck",1,1,1 ], "the partial or total destruction of a ship at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipwreck",1,1,2 ], "a wrecked ship or part of such a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipwreck",1,1,3 ], "ruin or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipwreck",1,2,1 ], "to wreck or destroy (a ship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipwreck",1,2,2 ], "to bring to ruin or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipwright",1,1,1 ], "an artisan skilled in one or more of the tasks required to build vessels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shipyard",1,1,1 ], "a place or facility for the building, maintenance, and repair of ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiralee",1,1,1 ], "a swag; swagman's bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shire horse",1,1,1 ], "a large heavy breed of carthorse with long hair on the fetlocks| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shire horse",1,1,1 ], "shortened to shire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shire",1,1,1,1 ], "one of the British counties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shire",1,1,1,2 ], "Yorkshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shire",1,1,2 ], "(in Australia) a rural district having its own local council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shire",1,1,3 ], "Leicestershire, famous for hunting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shire",1,1,3 ], "the Shires| the Midland counties of England, esp| Northamptonshire and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shire",2,1,1 ], "to refresh or rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirk" ,1, 1, 1],"to avoid discharging (work, a duty, etc|); evade",1). c_DEF([ "shirk" ,1, 2, 1],"a person who shirks",1). c_DEF([ "shirr" ,1, 1, 1],"etc|, often using elastic thread",2). c_DEF([ "shirr" ,1, 1, 1],"to gather (fabric) into two or more parallel rows to decorate a dress, blouse,",1). c_DEF([ "shirr" ,1, 2, 1],"to bake (eggs) out of their shells",1). c_DEF([ "shirr" ,1, 3, 1],"a series of gathered rows decorating a dress, blouse, etc",1). c_DEF([ "shirt",1,1,1 ], "a garment worn on the upper part of the body, esp| by men, usually of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirt",1,1,1 ], "material and typically having a collar and sleeves and buttoning up the front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shirt",1,1,2 ], "short for nightshirt or undershirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirt",1,1,3 ], "as an exhortation to another)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shirt",1,1,3 ], "keep your shirt on| Informal| to refrain from losing one's temper (often used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirt",1,1,4 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shirt",1,1,4 ], "put or lose one's shirt on| Informal| to bet or lose all one has on (a horse," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirt-tail",1,1,1 ], "the parts of a shirt that extends below the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirting",1,1,1 ], "fabric used in making men's shirts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirtsleeve",1,1,1 ], "the sleeve of a shirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirtsleeve",1,1,2 ], "in one's shirtsleeves| not wearing a jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirtwaister",1,1,1 ], "a woman's dress with a tailored bodice resembling a shirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirty",1,1,1 ], "shirtier, shirtiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shirty",1,1,2 ], "bad-tempered or annoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shish kebab",1,1,1 ], "the full term for kebab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shit",1,1,1 ], "to defecate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shit",1,2,1 ], "faeces; excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shit",1,2,2 ], "rubbish; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shit",1,2,3 ], "cannabis resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shit",1,2,4 ], "in the shit| Slang| in trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shit",1,3,1 ], "an exclamation expressing anger, disgust, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shithead",1,1,1 ], "a fool; idiot: used as a term of abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shithead",1,1,2 ], "a habitual smoker of marijuana or hashish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shittah",1,1,1 ], "a tree mentioned in the Old Testament, thought to be either of two Asian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shittah",1,1,1 ], "acacias, Acacia seyal or A| tortilis, having close-grained yellow-brown wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shittim wood",1,1,1 ], "a kind of wood, probably acacia, from which the Ark of the Covenant and parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shittim wood",1,1,1 ], "of the tabernacle were made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shiv",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shivaree",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of charivari" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shive",1,1,1 ], "a flat cork or bung for wide-mouthed bottles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shive",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for slice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",1,1,1 ], "to shake or tremble, as from cold or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a sail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",1,1,2 ], "to luff; flap or shake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a sailing vessel) to sail close enough to the wind to make the sails luff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",1,2,1 ], "the act of shivering; a tremulous motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",1,2,2 ], "the shivers| an attack of shivering, esp| through fear or illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",2,1,1 ], "to break or cause to break into fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shiver",2,2,1 ], "a splintered piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shivery",1,1,1 ], "inclined to shiver or tremble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shivery",1,1,2 ], "causing shivering, esp| through cold or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shivery",2,1,1 ], "easily shattered; brittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoal" ,1, 1, 1],"a stretch of shallow water",1). c_DEF([ "shoal" ,1, 1, 2],"a sandbank or rocky area in a stretch of water, esp| one that is visible at",1). c_DEF([ "shoal" ,1, 1, 2],"low water",2). c_DEF([ "shoal" ,1, 2, 1],"to make or become shallow",1). c_DEF([ "shoal" ,1, 3, 1],"to sail into shallower water",1). c_DEF([ "shoal" ,1, 4, 1],"a less common word for shallow",1). c_DEF([ "shoal" ,1, 4, 2],"(of the draught of a vessel) drawing little water",1). c_DEF([ "shoal",2,1,1 ], "a large group of fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoal",2,1,2 ], "a large group of people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoal",2,2,1 ], "to collect together in such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoat",1,1,1 ], "a piglet that has recently been weaned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock absorber",1,1,1 ], "any device designed to absorb mechanical shock, esp| one fitted to a motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock absorber",1,1,1 ], "vehicle to damp the recoil of the road springs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shock therapy",1,1,1 ], "an electric current through the brain (electroconvulsive therapy) to produce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shock therapy",1,1,1 ], "convulsions and coma" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shock therapy",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of certain psychotic conditions by injecting drugs or by passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock troops",1,1,1 ], "soldiers specially trained and equipped to carry out an assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock tube",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus in which a gas is heated to very high temperatures by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock tube",1,1,1 ], "shock wave, usually for spectroscopic investigation of the natures and reactions of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shock tube",1,1,1 ], "the resulting radicals and excited molecules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shock wave",1,1,1 ], "a narrow region of high pressure and temperature travelling through a gas at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock wave",1,1,1 ], "detonation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shock wave",1,1,1 ], "high velocity, caused by supersonic flow of a body through the gas or by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shock",1,1,1 ], "to experience or cause to experience extreme horror, disgust, surprise, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",1,1,2 ], "to cause a state of shock in (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",1,1,3 ], "to come or cause to come into violent contact; jar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",1,2,1 ], "a sudden and violent jarring blow or impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",1,2,2 ], "something that causes a sudden and violent disturbance in the emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",1,2,3 ], "a state of bodily collapse or near collapse caused by circulatory failure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",1,2,3 ], "sudden lowering of the blood pressure, as from severe bleeding, burns, fright, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shock",2,1,1 ], "a number of sheaves set on end in a field to dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",2,1,2 ], "a pile or stack of unthreshed corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",2,2,1 ], "to set up (sheaves) in shocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",3,1,1 ], "a thick bushy mass, esp| of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shock",3,2,1 ], "bushy; shaggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shocker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that shocks or horrifies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shocker",1,1,2 ], "a sensational novel, film, or play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shockheaded",1,1,1 ], "having a head of bushy or tousled hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shocking",1,1,1 ], "causing shock, horror, or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shocking",1,1,2 ], "shocking pink| a vivid or garish shade of pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shocking",1,1,3 ], "very bad or terrible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shockproof",1,1,1 ], "capable of absorbing shock without damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shockstall",1,1,1 ], "by air resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shockstall",1,1,1 ], "the strain put on an aircraft when its speed is close to that of sound: caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shod",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoddy",1,1,1 ], "dier, diest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoddy",1,1,2 ], "imitating something of better quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoddy",1,1,3 ], "of poor quality; trashy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoddy",1,1,4 ], "made of shoddy material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoddy",1,2,1 ], "a yarn or fabric made from wool waste or clippings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoddy",1,2,2 ], "anything of inferior quality that is designed to simulate superior quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoe leather",1,1,1 ], "leather used to make shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoe leather",1,1,2 ], "save shoe leather| to avoid wearing out shoes, as by taking a bus rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoe leather",1,1,2 ], "walking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"below the ankle, having an upper of leather, plastic, etc|, on a sole and heel of",2). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"heavier leather, rubber, or synthetic material",3). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"one of a matching pair of coverings shaped to fit the foot, esp| one ending",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 2],"anything resembling a shoe in shape, function, position, etc|, such as a",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 2],"horseshoe",2). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 3],"a band of metal or wood on the bottom of the runner of a sledge",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 4],"(in baccarat, etc|) a boxlike device for holding several packs of cards and",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 4],"allowing the cards to be dispensed singly",2). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 5],"a base for the supports of a superstructure of a bridge, roof, etc",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 6],"a metal collector attached to an electric train that slides along the third",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 6],"rail and picks up power for the motor",2). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 1, 7],"be in (a person's),shoes| Informal| to be in another person's situation",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 3, 1],"to furnish with shoes",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 3, 2],"to fit (a horse) with horseshoes",1). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 3, 3],"friction or bruising",2). c_DEF([ "shoe" ,1, 3, 3],"to furnish with a hard cover, such as a metal plate, for protection against",1). c_DEF([ "shoebill",1,1,1 ], "Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shoebill",1,1,1 ], "a large wading bird, Balaeniceps rex, of tropical E African swamps, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoebill",1,1,1 ], "dark plumage, a large head, and a large broad bill: family Balaenicipitidae, order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoeblack",1,1,1 ], "another word for bootblack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoehorn",1,1,1 ], "a smooth curved implement of horn, metal, plastic, etc|, inserted at the heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoehorn",1,1,1 ], "of a shoe to ease the foot into it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoelace",1,1,1 ], "a cord or lace for fastening shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoemaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or repairs shoes or boots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoer",1,1,1 ], "a person who shoes horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoeshine",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of polishing a pair of shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoeshine",1,1,2 ], "the appearance or shiny surface of polished shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoestring",1,1,1 ], "another word for shoelace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoestring",1,1,1,1 ], "a very small or petty amount of money (esp| in the phrase on a shoestring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoestring",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoetree",1,1,1 ], "a wooden or metal form inserted into a shoe or boot to stretch it or preserve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoetree",1,1,1 ], "its shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shofar",1,1,1 ], "an ancient type of musical horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shogun",1,1,1 ], "(from 794 a|d|) a chief military commander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shogun",1,1,2 ], "(from about 1192 to 1867) any of a line of hereditary military dictators who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shogun",1,1,2 ], "relegated the emperors to a position of purely theoretical supremacy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shogunate",1,1,1 ], "the office or rule of a shogun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoji",1,1,1 ], "a rice-paper screen in a sliding wooden frame, used in Japanese houses as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoji",1,1,1 ], "partition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoji",1,1,2 ], "any similar screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shone",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of shine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoo" ,1, 1, 1],"go away!: used to drive away unwanted or annoying people, animals, etc",1). c_DEF([ "shoo" ,1, 2, 1],"to drive away by or as if by crying @6shoo|@9",1). c_DEF([ "shoo" ,1, 2, 2],"to cry",1). c_DEF([ "shoo-in",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is certain to win or succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoofly pie",1,1,1 ], "a dessert similar to treacle tart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoogle",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoogle",1,2,1 ], "to shake or rock back and forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoogle",1,3,1 ], "a rocking motion; shake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shook",1,1,1 ], "a set of parts ready for assembly, esp| of a barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shook",1,1,2 ], "a group of sheaves piled together on end; shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shook",2,1,1 ], "the past tense of shake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shook",2,1,2 ], "shook on| Austral| informal| keen on; enthusiastic about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shool",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for shovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoon",1,1,1 ], "a plural of shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot down",1,1,1 ], "to shoot callously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot down",1,1,2 ], "to cause to fall to earth by hitting with a missile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot down",1,1,3 ], "to defeat or disprove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot out" ,1, 1, 1],"to fight to the finish by shooting (esp| in the phrase shoot it out)",1). c_DEF([ "shoot out" ,1, 2, 2],"a conclusive gun fight",1). c_DEF([ "shoot through",1,1,1 ], "to leave; depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot up",1,1,1 ], "to grow or become taller very fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot up",1,2,1 ], "to hit with a number of shots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot up",1,3,1 ], "to spread terror throughout (a place) by lawless and wanton shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot up",1,4,1 ], "to inject (someone, esp| oneself) with (a drug, esp| heroin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,1,1 ], "to hit, wound, damage, or kill with a missile fired from a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,1,2 ], "to discharge (a missile or missiles) from a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,1,3 ], "to fire (a weapon) or (of a weapon) to be fired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,1,4 ], "to send out or be sent out as if from a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,10,1 ], "to variegate or streak, as with colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,10,2 ], "to hit or propel (the ball, etc|) towards the goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,11,1 ], "to score (points, strokes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,12,1 ], "to plane (a board) to produce a straight edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,13,1 ], "to detonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,1 ], "to measure the altitude of (a celestial body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,2 ], "(often foll| by up)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,3 ], "to inject (someone, esp| oneself) with (a drug, esp| heroin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,4 ], "shoot a line| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,4,1 ], "to boast or exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,4,2 ], "to tell a lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,5 ], "shoot off one's mouth| Slang, chiefly U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,5,1 ], "to talk indiscreetly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,5,2 ], "to boast or exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,14,6 ], "shoot one's bolt| Slang| to put in every possible effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,1 ], "the act of shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,10 ], "the whole shoot| Slang| everything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,2 ], "the action or motion of something that is shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,3 ], "the first aerial part of a plant to develop from a germinating seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,4 ], "any new growth of a plant, such as a bud, young branch, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,5 ], "a meeting or party organized for hunting game with guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,6 ], "an area or series of coverts and woods where game can be hunted with guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,7 ], "a steep descent in a stream; rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,8 ], "a narrow workable vein of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,15,9 ], "the reach of a shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,16,1 ], "an exclamation expressing disbelief, scepticism, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,2,1 ], "to move very rapidly; dart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,3,1 ], "to slide or push into or out of a fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,3,2 ], "to emit (a ray of light) or (of a ray of light) to be emitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,4,1 ], "to go or pass quickly over or through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,5,1 ], "to hunt game with a gun for sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,6,1 ], "to pass over (an area) in hunting game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,6,2 ], "to extend or cause to extend; project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,7,1 ], "to discharge down or as if down a chute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,8,1 ], "(of a plant) to produce (buds, branches, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,9,1 ], "(of a seed) to germinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoot",1,9,2 ], "to photograph or record (a sequence, subject, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting box",1,1,1 ], "a small country house providing accommodation for a shooting party during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting box",1,1,1 ], "shooting season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shooting brake",1,1,1 ], "another name for estate car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting gallery",1,1,1 ], "an area, often enclosed, designed for target practice, shooting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting iron",1,1,1 ], "a firearm, esp| a pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting script",1,1,1 ], "written instructions indicating to the cameraman the order of shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting star",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for meteor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting stick",1,1,1 ], "a device that resembles a walking stick, having a spike at one end and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shooting stick",1,1,1 ], "folding seat at the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shop around",1,1,1 ], "to visit a number of shops or stores to compare goods and prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shop around",1,1,2 ], "to consider a number of possibilities before making a choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shop assistant",1,1,1 ], "a person who serves in a shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shop floor",1,1,1 ], "production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shop floor",1,1,1 ], "the part of a factory housing the machines and men directly involved in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shop floor",1,1,1,1 ], "workers, esp| factory workers organized in a union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shop floor",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shop steward",1,1,1 ], "an elected representative of the union workers in a shop, factory, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 1],"a place, esp| a small building, for the retail sale of goods and services",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 2],"a place for the performance of a specified type of work; workshop",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"in disarray",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"in every direction",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 3],"all over the shop| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 4],"shut up shop| to close business at the end of the day or permanently",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 5],"talk shop| Informal| to discuss one's business, profession, etc|, esp| so as",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 1, 5],"to exclude those not similarly employed",2). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 2, 2],"intention of buying them",2). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 2, 2],"often foll| by for) to visit a shop or shops in search of (goods) with the",1). c_DEF([ "shop" ,1, 2, 4],"to inform on or betray to the police",1). c_DEF([ "shophar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of shofar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopkeeper",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns or manages a shop or small store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoplifter",1,1,1 ], "a person who steals goods from a shop during shopping hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopper",1,1,1 ], "a person who buys goods in a shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopping centre",1,1,1 ], "the area of a town where most of the shops are situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopping precinct",1,1,1 ], "a pedestrian area containing shops, restaurants, etc|, forming a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopping precinct",1,1,1 ], "architectural unit and usually providing car-parking facilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shopping",1,1,1 ], "a number or collection of articles purchased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopping",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of making purchases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopsoiled",1,1,1 ], "word: shopworn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shopsoiled",1,1,1 ], "worn, faded, tarnished, etc|, from being displayed in a shop or store| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopsoiled",1,1,2 ], "no longer new or fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoptalk",1,1,1 ], "conversation concerning one's work, esp| when carried on outside business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoptalk",1,1,1 ], "hours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shopwalker",1,1,1 ], "a person employed by a departmental store to supervise sales personnel, assist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shopwalker",1,1,1 ], "customers, etc| U|S| equivalent: floorwalker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shopworn",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for shopsoiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoran",1,1,1 ], "a short-range radar system by which an aircraft, ship, etc|, can accurately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoran",1,1,1 ], "determine its position by the time taken for a signal to be sent to two radar beacons at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoran",1,1,1 ], "known locations and be returned" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shore bird",1,1,1 ], "Charadriidae or Scolopacidae (plovers, sandpipers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shore bird",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds that live close to water, esp| any bird of the families" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore leave",1,1,1 ], "permission to go ashore, esp| when granted to an officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore leave",1,1,2 ], "time spent ashore during leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore patrol",1,1,1 ], "a naval unit serving the same function as the military police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",1,1,1 ], "the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or wide river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",1,1,1,1 ], "land, as opposed to water (esp| in the phrase on shore)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",1,1,2 ], "the tract of coastland lying between the ordinary marks of high and low water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",1,1,3 ], "a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",1,2,1 ], "to move or drag (a boat) onto a shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",2,1,1 ], "a prop, post, or beam used to support a wall, building, ship in dry dock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",2,2,1 ], "to prop or make safe with or as if with a shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shore",3,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of shear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoreless",1,1,1 ], "without a shore suitable for landing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoreless",1,1,2 ], "boundless; vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoreline",1,1,1 ], "the edge of a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoreward" ,1, 1, 1],"near or facing the shore",1). c_DEF([ "shoreward" ,1, 2, 1],"towards the shore",1). c_DEF([ "shorn",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of shear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short account",1,1,1 ], "the aggregate of short sales on an open market, esp| a stock market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short account",1,1,2 ], "the account of a stock-market speculator who sells short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 1, 1],"a faulty or accidental connection between two points of different potential in",1). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 1, 1],"an electric circuit, bypassing the load and establishing a path of low resistance",2). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 1, 1],"the circuit is not protected by a fuse",4). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 1, 1],"through which an excessive current can flow| It can cause damage to the components if",3). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 2, 1],"cuit",1). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 2, 2],"to develop or cause to develop a short circuit",1). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 2, 3],"to bypass (a procedure, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to hinder or frustrate (plans, etc|)| Sometimes (for senses 1, 2)",1). c_DEF([ "short circuit" ,1, 2, 4],"shortened to short",2). c_DEF([ "short covering",1,1,1 ], "requirements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short covering",1,1,1 ], "the purchase of securities or commodities by a short seller to meet delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short covering",1,1,2 ], "the securities or commodities purchased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short cut",1,1,1 ], "a route that is shorter than the usual one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short cut",1,1,2 ], "a means of saving time or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short cut",1,2,1 ], "to use a short cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short division",1,1,1 ], "rather than on paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short division",1,1,1 ], "the division of numbers, usually integers, that can be worked out mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short hundredweight",1,1,1 ], "the full name for hundredweight ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short jenny",1,1,1 ], "an in-off into a middle pocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short list",1,1,1 ], "a list of suitable applicants for a job, post, etc|, from which the successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short list",1,1,1 ], "candidate will be selected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short list",1,2,1 ], "short-list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short list",1,2,2 ], "to put (someone) on a short list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short shrift",1,1,1 ], "brief and unsympathetic treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short shrift",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a brief period allowed to a condemned prisoner to make confession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short shrift",1,1,3 ], "make short shrift of| to dispose of quickly and unsympathetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short story",1,1,1 ], "a prose narrative of shorter length than the novel, esp| one that concentrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short story",1,1,1 ], "on a single theme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short subject",1,1,1 ], "a short film, esp| one presented between screenings of a feature film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short ton",1,1,1 ], "the full name for ton ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short wave",1,1,1,1 ], "a radio wave with a wavelength in the range 10-100 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short wave",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,1,1 ], "of little length; not long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,1,2 ], "of little height; not tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,1,3 ], "of limited duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,1,4 ], "not meeting a requirement; deficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,1 ], "lacking (in) or needful (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,2 ], "concise; succinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,3 ], "lacking in the power of retentiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4 ], "abrupt to the point of rudeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,1 ], "contract and therefore obliged to make a purchase before the delivery date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,1 ], "denoting a vowel of relatively brief temporal duration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,1 ], "denoting a vowel that is phonetically short or a syllable containing such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,1 ], "not possessing the securities or commodities that have been sold under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,1 ], "one consonant plus a following l or r" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,1 ], "vowel| In classical verse short vowels are followed by one consonant only or sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,2 ], "(of a vowel or syllable in verse that is not quantitative) not carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,2 ], "a short vowel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,2 ], "classified as short, as distinguished from other vowels| Thus in English ($I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,2 ], "emphasis or accent; unstressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,2 ], "in bin, though of longer duration than (i$:) in beat, is nevertheless regarded as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,2 ], "of or relating to such sales, which depend on falling prices for profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,3 ], "(in popular usage) denoting the qualities of the five English vowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,4,3 ], "represented orthographically in the words pat, pet, pit, pot, put, and putt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,5 ], "(of pastry) crumbly in texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,6 ], "caught or taken short| having a sudden need to urinate or defecate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,2,7 ], "short for| an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,3,1 ], "short and sweet| unexpectedly brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,3,2 ], "in short supply| scarce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,1 ], "abruptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,2 ], "briefly or concisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,3 ], "rudely or curtly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,4 ], "fall short| not to reach the required mark or standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,5 ], "contractual sale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,5 ], "without possessing the securities or commodities at the time of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,6 ], "go short| not to have a sufficient amount, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,4,7 ], "short of| except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,1 ], "anything that is short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,2 ], "a drink consisting of a spirit, often with lime, soda, etc|, added, as opposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,2 ], "to a long drink such as beer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,3 ], "a short vowel or syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,3,1 ], "a short contract or sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,3,2 ], "a short seller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,4 ], "a short film, usually of a factual nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,5 ], "for short| Informal| as an abbreviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,6 ], "in short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,6,1 ], "as a summary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short",1,5,6,2 ], "in a few words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-change",1,1,1 ], "to give less than correct change to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-change",1,1,2 ], "to cheat or swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-dated",1,1,1 ], "(of a gilt-edged security) having less than five years to run before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-dated",1,1,1 ], "redemption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short-day",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) able to flower only if exposed to short periods of daylight (less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-day",1,1,1 ], "than 12 hours), each followed by a long dark period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short-handed",1,1,1 ], "lacking the usual or necessary number of assistants, workers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-lived",1,1,1 ], "living or lasting only for a short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-range",1,1,1 ], "of small or limited extent in time or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-sighted",1,1,1 ], "relating to or suffering from myopia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-sighted",1,1,2 ], "lacking foresight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-spoken",1,1,1 ], "tending to be abrupt in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-staffed",1,1,1 ], "lacking an adequate number of staff, assistants, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-tempered",1,1,1 ], "easily moved to anger; irascible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-term memory",1,1,1 ], "seven items) that is capable of storing material for a brief period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short-term memory",1,1,1 ], "that section of the memory storage system of limited capacity (approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-term",1,1,1 ], "of, for, or extending over a limited period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-term",1,1,2 ], "extending over or maturing within a short period of time, usually twelve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-term",1,1,2 ], "months" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "short-waisted",1,1,1 ], "unusually short from the shoulders to the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-winded",1,1,1 ], "tending to run out of breath, esp| after exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "short-winded",1,1,2 ], "(of speech or writing) terse or abrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortage",1,1,1 ], "a deficiency or lack in the amount needed, expected, or due; deficit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortbread",1,1,1 ], "a rich crumbly biscuit made from dough with a large proportion of butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortcake",1,1,1 ], "a kind of shortbread made from a rich biscuit dough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortcake",1,1,2 ], "a dessert made of layers of short pastry filled with fruit and cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortcoming",1,1,1 ], "a failing, defect, or deficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become short or shorter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorten",1,2,1 ], "to reduce the area of (sail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorten",1,3,1 ], "dough" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shorten",1,3,1 ], "to make (pastry, bread, etc|) short, by adding butter or another fat to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorten",1,3,2 ], "to cause (the odds) to lessen or (of odds) to become less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortening",1,1,1 ], "butter, lard, or other fat, used in a dough, cake mixture, etc|, to make the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortening",1,1,1 ], "mixture short" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shortfall",1,1,1 ], "failure to meet a goal or a requirement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortfall",1,1,2 ], "the amount of such a failure; deficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorthand typist",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the use of shorthand and in typing| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorthand typist",1,1,1 ], "stenographer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shorthand",1,1,1,1 ], "a system of rapid handwriting employing simple strokes and other symbols to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorthand",1,1,1,1 ], "represent words or phrases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shorthand",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorthorn",1,1,1 ], "a short-horned breed of cattle with several regional varieties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortie",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is extremely short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortie",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortly",1,1,1 ], "in a short time; soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortly",1,1,2 ], "in a few words; briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortly",1,1,3 ], "in a curt or rude manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,1 ], "in summer, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,1 ], "trousers reaching the top of the thigh, worn by both sexes for sport, relaxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,2 ], "men's underpants that usually reach mid-thigh| Usual Brit| word: pants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,3 ], "short-dated gilt-edged securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,4 ], "short-term bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,5 ], "timber cut shorter than standard lengths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,6 ], "a livestock feed containing a large proportion of bran and wheat germ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shorts",1,1,7 ], "items needed to make up a deficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortstop",1,1,1,1 ], "the fielding position to the left of second base viewed from home plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shortstop",1,1,1,2 ], "the player at this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot hole",1,1,1 ], "a drilled hole into which explosive is put for blasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot noise",1,1,1 ], "result of the random motion of the electrons emitted by the heated cathode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shot noise",1,1,1 ], "the inherent electronic noise arising in the anode circuit of a valve as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot put",1,1,1 ], "an athletic event in which contestants hurl or put a heavy metal ball or shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot put",1,1,1 ], "as far as possible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shot put",1,1,2 ], "a single put of the shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot tower",1,1,1 ], "a building formerly used in the production of shot, in which molten lead was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot tower",1,1,1 ], "graded and dropped into water, thus cooling it and forming the shot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 10],"a glass of alcoholic drink, esp| spirits",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 11],"a heavy metal ball used in the shot put",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 12],"an explosive charge used in blasting",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 13],"globules of metal occurring in the body of a casting that are harder than the",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 13],"rest of the casting",2). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 14],"a unit of chain length equal to 75 feet (Brit|) or 90 feet (U|S|)",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 15],"call the shots| Slang| to have control over an organization, course of action,",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 15],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 16, 1],"to attempt",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 16, 2],"Austral| to jibe at or vex",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 16],"have a shot at| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 17],"like a shot| very quickly, esp| willingly",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 18],"efficiency, etc|",2). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 18],"shot in the arm| Informal| anything that regenerates, increases confidence or",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 19],"shot in the dark| a wild guess",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 1],"the act or an instance of firing a projectile",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"small round pellets of lead collectively, as used in cartridges",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"metal in the form of coarse powder or small pellets",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 20],"that's the shot| Austral| informal| that is the right thing to do",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 2],"a solid missile, such as an iron ball or a lead pellet, discharged from a",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 2],"firearm",2). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 3],"the distance that a discharged projectile travels or is capable of travelling",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 4],"a person who shoots, esp| with regard to his ability",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 5],"an attempt; effort",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 6],"a guess or conjecture",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 7],"any act of throwing or hitting something, as in certain sports",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 8, 1],"a single photograph",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 8, 2],"a series of frames on cine film concerned with a single event",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 8, 3],"a length of film taken by a single camera without breaks, used with others to",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 8, 3],"build up a full motion picture",2). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 8],"the launching of a rocket, missile, etc|, esp| to a specified destination",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 1, 9],"an injection, as of a vaccine or narcotic drug",1). c_DEF([ "shot" ,1, 2, 1],"to weight or load with shot",1). c_DEF([ "shot",2,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of shoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot",2,2,1 ], "(of textiles) woven to give a changing colour effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot",2,2,2 ], "streaked with colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shot-blasting",1,1,1 ], "the cleaning of metal, etc|, by a stream of shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shote",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of shoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shotgun wedding",1,1,1 ], "a wedding into which one or both partners are coerced, usually because the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shotgun wedding",1,1,1 ], "woman is pregnant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shotgun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a shoulder firearm with unrifled bore designed for the discharge of small shot",1). c_DEF([ "shotgun" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"at short range and used mainly for hunting small game",2). c_DEF([ "shotgun" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "shotgun" ,1, 2, 1],"involving coercion or duress",1). c_DEF([ "shotgun" ,1, 2, 2],"involving or relying on speculative suggestions, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "shotgun" ,1, 3, 2],"to shoot or threaten with or as if with a shotgun",1). c_DEF([ "shott",1,1,1 ], "a shallow temporary salt lake or marsh in the North African desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shott",1,1,2 ], "the hollow in which it lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shotten",1,1,1 ], "(of fish, esp| herring) having recently spawned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shotten",1,1,2 ], "worthless or undesirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "should",1,1,1 ], "considered by the speaker to be obligatory (you should go) or to form the subjunctive mood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "should",1,1,1 ], "the past of shall: used as an auxiliary verb to indicate that an action is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "should",1,1,1 ], "with I or we" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "should",1,1,2 ], "(never would)I go, I should" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "should",1,1,3 ], "(or would)wear my black dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder blade",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for scapula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder pad",1,1,1 ], "a small pad inserted to raise or give shape to the shoulder of a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder patch",1,1,1 ], "an emblem worn high on the arm as an insignia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder strap",1,1,1 ], "a strap over one or both of the shoulders, as to hold up a garment or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder strap",1,1,1 ], "support a bag, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,1 ], "joins the trunk: the pectoral girdle and associated structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,1 ], "the part of the vertebrate body where the arm or a corresponding forelimb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,10 ], "the part of a ring where the shank joins the setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,11 ], "give the cold shoulder| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,11,1 ], "to treat in a cold manner; snub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,11,2 ], "to ignore or shun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,12 ], "put one's shoulder to the wheel| Informal| to work very hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,13 ], "rub shoulders with| Informal| to associate with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,14 ], "shoulder to shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,14,1 ], "side by side or close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,14,2 ], "in a corporate effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,2 ], "the joint at the junction of the forelimb with the pectoral girdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,3 ], "a cut of meat including the upper part of the foreleg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,4 ], "the flat surface of a piece of type from which the face rises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,5 ], "including the cheeks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,5 ], "the portion of a hide covering the shoulders and neck of the animal, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,6 ], "the part of a garment that covers the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,7 ], "anything that resembles a shoulder in shape or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,8 ], "the strip of unpaved land that borders a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,9 ], "the maximum density that can be produced on the material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,1,9 ], "the portion of the characteristic curve of a photographic material indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,2,1 ], "to bear or carry (a burden, responsibility, etc|) as if on one's shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,2,2 ], "to push (something) with or as if with the shoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,3,1 ], "to lift or carry on the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,3,2 ], "shoulder arms| Military| to bring the rifle vertically close to the right side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoulder",1,3,2 ], "with the muzzle uppermost and held at the trigger guard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shouldn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of should not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shouldst",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a form of the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shouldst",1,1,1 ], "tense of shall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shouse",1,1,1 ], "a toilet; lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shouse",1,2,1 ], "unwell or in poor spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shout down",1,1,1 ], "to drown, overwhelm, or silence by shouting or talking loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shout",1,1,1 ], "a loud cry, esp| to convey emotion or a command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shout",1,1,2 ], "a round, esp| of drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shout",1,2,1 ], "to utter (something) in a loud cry; yell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shout",1,3,1 ], "to make a loud noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shout",1,4,1 ], "to treat (someone) to (something), esp| a round of drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove off",1,1,1 ], "to move from the shore in a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove off",1,1,2 ], "to go away; depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove",1,1,1 ], "to give a thrust or push to (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove",1,2,1 ], "to give a violent push to; jostle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove",1,3,1 ], "to put (something) somewhere, esp| hurriedly or carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove",1,4,1 ], "phrase shove down someone's throat)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shove",1,4,1 ], "to instil (knowledge, etc|) into a person, esp| by repetition (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of shoving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove-halfpenny",1,1,1 ], "a game in which players try to propel old halfpennies or polished discs with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shove-halfpenny",1,1,1 ], "the hand into lined sections of a wooden board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shovel hat",1,1,1 ], "a black felt hat worn by some clergymen, with a brim rolled up to resemble a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovel hat",1,1,1 ], "shovel in shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for lifting or scooping loose material, such as earth, coal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,1,1 ], "etc|, consisting of a curved blade or a scoop attached to a handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,1,2 ], "any machine or part resembling a shovel in action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,1,3 ], "the amount that can be contained in a shovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,1,4 ], "short for ,shovel hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,2,1 ], "to lift (earth, etc|) with a shovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,2,2 ], "(tr|) to clear or dig (a path) with or as if with a shovel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovel",1,2,3 ], "(tr|) to gather, load, or unload in a hurried or careless way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoveler",1,1,1 ], "a duck, Anas (or Spatula)clypeata, of ponds and marshes, having a spoon-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shoveler",1,1,1 ], "bill, a blue patch on each wing, and in the male a green head, white breast, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shoveler",1,1,1 ], "reddish-brown body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shovelhead",1,1,1 ], "a common shark, Sphyrna tiburo, of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovelhead",1,1,1 ], "shovel-shaped head: family Sphyrnidae (hammerheads)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shovelnose",1,1,1 ], "an American freshwater sturgeon, Scaphirhynchus platorynchus, having a broad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shovelnose",1,1,1 ], "shovel-like snout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show bill",1,1,1 ], "a poster advertising a play or show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show business",1,1,1 ], "Informal term: show biz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show business",1,1,1 ], "the entertainment industry, including theatres, films, television, and radio|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show copy",1,1,1 ], "a positive print of a film for use at an important presentation such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show copy",1,1,1 ], "premiere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show of hands",1,1,1 ], "the raising of hands to indicate voting for or against a proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show off" ,1, 1, 1],"to exhibit or display so as to invite admiration",1). c_DEF([ "show off" ,1, 2, 1],"to behave in such a manner as to make an impression",1). c_DEF([ "show stopper",1,1,1 ], "a stage act, etc|, that receives so much applause as to interrupt the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show stopper",1,1,1 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show trial",1,1,1 ], "a trial conducted primarily to make a particular impression on the public or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show trial",1,1,1 ], "individual" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "show trial",1,1,1 ], "on other nations, esp| one that demonstrates the power of the state over the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show up",1,1,1 ], "to reveal or be revealed clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show up",1,2,1 ], "to expose or reveal the faults or defects of by comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show up",1,3,1 ], "to put to shame; embarrass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show up",1,4,1 ], "to appear or arrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,1,1 ], "to make, be, or become visible or noticeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,10,1 ], "to guide or escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,10,2 ], "opening the door for him" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,10,2 ], "show in or out| to conduct a person into or out of a room or building by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,11,1 ], "to win a place in a horse race, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,11,2 ], "points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,11,2 ], "to give a performance of riding and handling (a horse) to display its best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,12,1 ], "to put in an appearance; arrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,1 ], "a display or exhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,10 ], "for show| in order to attract attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,11 ], "run the show| Informal| to take charge of or manage an affair, business, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,12 ], "steal the show| Informal| to draw the most attention or admiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,13 ], "stop the show| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,13,1 ], "(of a stage act, etc|) to receive so much applause as to interrupt the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,13,1 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,13,2 ], "to be received with great enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,2 ], "a public spectacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,3 ], "an ostentatious or pretentious display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,4 ], "a theatrical or other entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,5 ], "a trace or indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,6 ], "a discharge of blood at the onset of labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,7 ], "a chance; opportunity (esp| in the phrase give someone a show)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,8 ], "a sporting event consisting of contests in which riders perform different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,8 ], "exercises to show their skill and their horses' ability and breeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,13,9 ], "a thing or affair (esp| in the phrases good show, bad show, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,2,1 ], "to present to view; exhibit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,3,1 ], "to indicate or explain; prove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,4,1 ], "to exhibit or present (oneself or itself) in a specific character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,5,1 ], "to instruct by demonstration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,6,1 ], "to indicate or register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,7,1 ], "to grant or bestow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,8,1 ], "to appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,8,2 ], "to exhibit, display, or offer (goods, etc|) for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,9,1 ], "to allege, as in a legal document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,9,2 ], "theatre or cinema" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "show",1,9,2 ], "to present (a play, film, etc|) or (of a play, etc|) to be presented, as at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showboat",1,1,1 ], "a paddle-wheel river steamer with a theatre and a repertory company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showbread",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of shewbread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showcase",1,1,1 ], "a glass case used to display objects in a museum or shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showcase",1,1,2 ], "a setting in which anything may be displayed to best advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showcase",1,2,1 ], "to exhibit or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showd",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showd",1,2,1 ], "to rock (a baby in one's arms or in a pram)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showd",1,3,1 ], "a rocking motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showdown",1,1,1 ], "an action that brings matters to a head or acts as a conclusion or point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showdown",1,1,1 ], "decision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "showdown",1,1,2 ], "the exposing of the cards in the player's hands on the table at the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showdown",1,1,2 ], "the game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,1 ], "a brief period of rain, hail, sleet, or snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,2 ], "a sudden abundant fall or downpour, as of tears, sparks, or light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,3 ], "a rush; outpouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,3,1 ], "a kind of bath in which a person stands upright and is sprayed with water from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,3,1 ], "a nozzle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,3,2 ], "the room, booth, etc|, containing such a bath| Full name: shower bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,4 ], "a derogatory term applied to a person or group, esp| to a group considered as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,4 ], "being slack, untidy, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,5 ], "a party held to honour and present gifts to a person, as to a prospective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,5 ], "bride" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,6 ], "a large number of particles formed by the collision of a cosmic-ray particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,1,6 ], "with a particle in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,2,1 ], "to sprinkle or spray with or as if with a shower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,2,2 ], "(often with it as subject) to fall or cause to fall in the form of a shower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,3,1 ], "to give (gifts, etc|) in abundance or present (a person) with (gifts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",1,4,1 ], "to take a shower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shower",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that shows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showerproof",1,1,1 ], "(of a garment, etc|) resistant to or partly impervious to rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showgirl",1,1,1 ], "a girl who appears in variety shows, nightclub acts, etc|, esp| as a singer or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showgirl",1,1,1 ], "dancer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "showing",1,1,1 ], "a presentation, exhibition, or display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showing",1,1,2 ], "manner of presentation; performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showjumping",1,1,1 ], "between various obstacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "showjumping",1,1,1 ], "the riding of horses in competitions to demonstrate skill in jumping over or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showman",1,1,1 ], "a person who presents or produces a theatrical show, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showman",1,1,2 ], "a person skilled at presenting anything in an effective manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shown",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showpiece",1,1,1 ], "anything displayed or exhibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showpiece",1,1,2 ], "anything prized as a very fine example of its type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showplace",1,1,1 ], "a place exhibited or visited for its beauty, historic interest, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which goods, such as cars, are on display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showy",1,1,1 ], "showier, showiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showy",1,1,2 ], "gaudy, flashy, or ostentatious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "showy",1,1,3 ], "making a brilliant or imposing display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shpt|",1,1,1 ], "shipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrank",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of shrink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrapnel",1,1,1,1 ], "a projectile containing a number of small pellets or bullets exploded before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrapnel",1,1,1,1 ], "impact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrapnel",1,1,1,2 ], "such projectiles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrapnel",1,1,2 ], "fragments from this or any other type of shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shred" ,1, 1, 1],"a long narrow strip or fragment torn or cut off",1). c_DEF([ "shred" ,1, 1, 2],"a very small piece or amount; scrap",1). c_DEF([ "shred" ,1, 2, 1],"to tear or cut into shreds",1). c_DEF([ "shrew mole",1,1,1 ], "any of several moles, such as Uropsilus soricipes of E Asia or Neurotrichus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrew mole",1,1,1 ], "gibbsi of E North America, having a long snout and long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrew",1,1,1 ], "any small mouse-like long-snouted mammal, such as Sorex araneus , of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrew",1,1,1 ], "family Soricidae: order Insectivora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrew",1,1,2 ], "(insectivores)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrew",1,1,3 ], "a bad-tempered or mean-spirited woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrewd",1,1,1 ], "astute and penetrating, often with regard to business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrewd",1,1,2 ], "artful and crafty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrewd",1,1,2,1 ], "piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrewd",1,1,2,2 ], "spiteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrewdie",1,1,1 ], "a shrewd person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrewish",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a woman) bad-tempered and nagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrewmouse",1,1,1 ], "another name for shrew, esp| the common shrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shriek",1,1,1 ], "a shrill and piercing cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shriek",1,2,1 ], "to produce or utter (words, sounds, etc|) in a shrill piercing tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrieval",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a sheriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrievalty",1,1,1 ], "the office or term of office of a sheriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrievalty",1,1,2 ], "the jurisdiction of a sheriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrieve",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for sheriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrift",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of shriving or being shriven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrike",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the chiefly Old World family Laniidae, having a heavy hooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrike",1,1,1 ], "bill and feeding on smaller animals which they sometimes impale on thorns, barbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrike",1,1,1 ], "wire, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shrike",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar but unrelated birds, such as the cuckoo shrikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrike",1,1,3 ], "shrike thrush or tit| another name for thickhead (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrill",1,1,1 ], "sharp and high-pitched in quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrill",1,1,2 ], "emitting a sharp high-pitched sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrill",1,2,1 ], "to utter (words, sounds, etc|) in a shrill tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrill",1,2,2 ], "to cause to produce a shrill sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrimp",1,1,1 ], "any of various chiefly marine decapod crustaceans of the genus Crangon and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrimp",1,1,1 ], "pincers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shrimp",1,1,1 ], "related genera, having a slender flattened body with a long tail and a single pair of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrimp",1,1,2 ], "and mantis shrimp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrimp",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar but unrelated crustaceans, such as the opossum shrimp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrimp",1,1,3 ], "a diminutive person, esp| a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrimp",1,2,1 ], "to fish for shrimps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrine",1,1,1 ], "a place of worship hallowed by association with a sacred person or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrine",1,1,2 ], "a container for sacred relics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrine",1,1,3 ], "the tomb of a saint or other holy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrine",1,1,4 ], "a place or site venerated for its association with a famous person or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrine",1,1,5 ], "a building, alcove, or shelf arranged as a setting for a statue, picture, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrine",1,1,5 ], "other representation of Christ, the Virgin Mary, or a saint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrine",1,2,1 ], "short for enshrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 1, 1],"shrunken",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 1, 2],"to contract or cause to contract as from wetness, heat, cold, etc",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 1, 3],"to become or cause to become smaller in size",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 1, 5, 1],"to recoil or withdraw",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"to feel great reluctance (at)",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 1, 5],"often foll| by from)",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 2, 1],"the act or an instance of shrinking",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 2, 2],"shrinking violet| Informal",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 2, 3],"a shy person",1). c_DEF([ "shrink" ,1, 2, 4],"a slang word for psychiatrist",1). c_DEF([ "shrink-wrap",1,1,1 ], "its contours to protect and seal it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrink-wrap",1,1,1 ], "to package a product in a flexible plastic wrapping designed to shrink about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrinkage",1,1,1 ], "the act or fact of shrinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrinkage",1,1,2 ], "the amount by which anything decreases in size, value, weight, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrinkage",1,1,3 ], "marketing as meat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrinkage",1,1,3 ], "the loss in body weight during shipment and preparation of livestock for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrive" ,1, 1, 2],"to hear the confession of (a penitent)",1). c_DEF([ "shrive" ,1, 1, 3],"absolution",2). c_DEF([ "shrive" ,1, 1, 3],"to impose a penance upon (a penitent) and grant him sacramental",1). c_DEF([ "shrive" ,1, 1, 4],"forgiveness",2). c_DEF([ "shrive" ,1, 1, 4],"to confess one's sins to a priest in order to obtain sacramental",1). c_DEF([ "shrivel",1,1,1 ], "to make or become shrunken and withered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrivel",1,1,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroff",1,1,1 ], "(in China, Japan, etc|, esp| formerly) an expert employed to separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroff",1,1,1 ], "counterfeit money or base coin from the genuine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shroff",1,1,2 ], "(in India) a moneychanger or banker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroff",1,2,1 ], "to test (money) and separate out the counterfeit and base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,1,1 ], "a garment or piece of cloth used to wrap a dead body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,1,2 ], "anything that envelops like a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,1,3 ], "a protective covering for a piece of equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,1,4 ], "one of a pattern of ropes or cables used to stay a mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,1,5 ], "any of a set of wire cables stretched between a smokestack or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,1,5 ], "structure and the ground, to prevent side sway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,1,6 ], "any of a set of lines running from the canopy of a parachute to the harness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,2,1 ], "to wrap in a shroud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,3,1 ], "to cover, envelop, or hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud",1,3,2 ], "to seek or give shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud-laid",1,1,1 ], "(of a rope) made with four strands twisted to the right, usually around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shroud-laid",1,1,1 ], "core" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrove",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of shrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrub",1,1,1 ], "a woody perennial plant, smaller than a tree, with several major branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrub",1,1,1 ], "arising from near the base of the main stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrub",2,1,1 ], "a mixed drink of rum, fruit juice, sugar, and spice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrub",2,1,2 ], "mixed fruit juice, sugar, and spice made commercially to be mixed with rum or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrub",2,1,2 ], "other spirits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrubbery",1,1,1 ], "a place where a number of shrubs are planted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrubbery",1,1,2 ], "shrubs collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrubby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrubby",1,1,2 ], "consisting of, planted with, or abounding in shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrubby",1,1,3 ], "resembling a shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrug off",1,1,1 ], "to minimize the importance of; dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrug off",1,1,2 ], "to get rid of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrug off",1,1,3 ], "to wriggle out of or push off (clothing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrug",1,1,1 ], "indifference, contempt, ignorance, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shrug",1,1,1 ], "to draw up and drop (the shoulders) abruptly in a gesture expressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrug",1,2,1 ], "the gesture so made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrug",1,2,2 ], "a woman's short jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrunk",1,1,1 ], "a past participle or past tense of shrink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrunken",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of shrink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shrunken",1,2,1 ], "reduced in size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shr|",1,1,1 ], "share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shtg|",1,1,1 ], "shortage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuck",1,1,1 ], "pod, or an oyster shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shuck",1,1,1 ], "the outer covering of something, such as the husk of a grain of maize, a pea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuck",1,2,1 ], "to remove the shucks from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuck",1,2,2 ], "to throw off or remove (clothes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shucks",1,1,1 ], "something of little value (esp| in the phrase not worth shucks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shucks",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of disappointment, annoyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shudder",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shudder",1,1,1 ], "to shake or tremble suddenly and violently, as from horror, fear, aversion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shudder",1,2,1 ], "the act of shuddering; convulsive shiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle off",1,1,1 ], "to thrust off or put aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,1,1 ], "to walk or move (the feet) with a slow dragging motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,1,2 ], "others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,1,2 ], "to change the position of (something), esp| quickly or in order to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,2,1 ], "to mix together in a careless manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,2,2 ], "to mix up (cards in a pack) to change their order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,3,1 ], "to behave in an awkward, evasive, or underhand manner; equivocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by into or out of) to move or cause to move clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,4,1 ], "to dance the shuffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of shuffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffle",1,5,2 ], "a dance or dance step with short dragging movements of the feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffleboard",1,1,1 ], "a game in which players push wooden or plastic discs with a long cue towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuffleboard",1,1,1 ], "numbered scoring sections marked on a floor, esp| a ship's deck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shuffleboard",1,1,2 ], "the marked area on which this game is played" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shufty",1,1,1 ], "a look; peep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuggy",1,1,1 ], "a swing, as at a fairground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shul",1,1,1 ], "another word for synagogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shun",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to avoid deliberately; keep away from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,1,1 ], "to turn or cause to turn to one side; move or be moved aside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,1,2 ], "to transfer (rolling stock) from track to track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,1,3 ], "to divert or be diverted through a shunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,2,1 ], "to evade by putting off onto someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,3,1 ], "to crash (a car)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of shunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,2 ], "a railway point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,3 ], "a low-resistance conductor connected in parallel across a device, circuit, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,3 ], "current" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,3 ], "part of a circuit to provide an alternative path for a known fraction of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,4 ], "a channel that bypasses the normal circulation of the blood: a congenital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,4 ], "abnormality or surgically induced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shunt",1,4,5 ], "a car crash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt-wound",1,1,1 ], "(of a motor or generator) having the field and armature circuits connected in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunt-wound",1,1,1 ], "parallel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shunter",1,1,1 ], "a small railway locomotive used for manoeuvring coaches rather than for making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shunter",1,1,1 ], "journeys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shush",1,1,1 ], "be quiet! hush!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shush",1,2,1 ], "to silence or calm (someone) by or as if by saying shush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut up",1,1,1 ], "to prevent all access to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut up",1,2,1 ], "to confine or imprison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut up",1,2,2 ], "often used in commands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shut up",1,2,2 ], "to cease to talk or make a noise or cause to cease to talk or make a noise:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut up",1,3,1 ], "(of horses in a race) to cease through exhaustion from maintaining a racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut up",1,3,1 ], "pace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,1,1 ], "to move (something) so as to cover an aperture; close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,1,2 ], "to close (something) by bringing together the parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,2,1 ], "to close or lock the doors of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,3,1 ], "to confine, enclose, or exclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,4,1 ], "to prevent (a business, etc|) from operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,4,2 ], "shut one's eyes to| to ignore deliberately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,4,3 ], "shut the door on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,4,3,1 ], "to refuse to think about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,4,3,2 ], "to render impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,5,1 ], "closed or fastened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,6,1 ], "the act or time of shutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut",1,6,2 ], "the line along which pieces of metal are welded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut-in",1,1,1 ], "a person confined indoors by illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut-in",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut-in",1,1,2 ], "a condition in which the person is highly withdrawn and unable to express his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shut-in",1,1,2 ], "own feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shut-off" ,1, 1, 1],"a device that shuts something off, esp| a machine control",1). c_DEF([ "shut-off" ,1, 1, 2],"a stoppage or cessation",1). c_DEF([ "shut-off" ,1, 2, 2],"to stem the flow of",1). c_DEF([ "shut-off" ,1, 2, 3],"to block off the passage through",1). c_DEF([ "shut-off" ,1, 2, 4],"to isolate or separate",1). c_DEF([ "shut-out bid",1,1,1 ], "a pre-emptive bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutdown" ,1, 1, 1],"the closing of a factory, shop, etc",1). c_DEF([ "shutdown" ,1, 2, 2],"to cease or cause to cease operation",1). c_DEF([ "shutdown" ,1, 2, 3],"to close by lowering",1). c_DEF([ "shutdown" ,1, 2, 4],"(of fog, etc|) to descend and envelop",1). c_DEF([ "shutdown" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "shutdown" ,1, 2, 6],"foll| by on or upon) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "shutdown" ,1, 2, 7],"to put a stop to; clamp down on",1). c_DEF([ "shuteye",1,1,1 ], "a slang term for sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutout" ,1, 1, 1],"a less common word for a ,lockout",1). c_DEF([ "shutout" ,1, 2, 2],"to keep out or exclude",1). c_DEF([ "shutout" ,1, 2, 3],"to conceal from sight",1). c_DEF([ "shutout" ,1, 2, 4],"to prevent (an opponent) from scoring",1). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,1 ], "a hinged doorlike cover, often louvred and usually one of a pair, for closing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,1 ], "off a window" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,2 ], "put up the shutters| to close business at the end of the day or permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,3 ], "an opaque shield in a camera that, when tripped, admits light to expose the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,3 ], "either built into the lens system or lies in the focal plane of the lens (focal-plane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,3 ], "film or plate for a predetermined period, usually a fraction of a second| It is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,3 ], "shutter)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,4 ], "a rotating device in a film projector that permits an image to be projected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,4 ], "onto the screen only when the film is momentarily stationary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,5 ], "one of the louvred covers over the mouths of organ pipes, operated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,5 ], "swell pedal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,1,6 ], "a person or thing that shuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,2,1 ], "to close with a shutter or shutters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shutter",1,2,2 ], "to equip with a shutter or shutters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttering",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| Brit|) for formwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle armature",1,1,1 ], "a simple H-shaped armature used in small direct-current motors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle",1,1,1 ], "a bobbin-like device used in weaving for passing the weft thread between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle",1,1,1 ], "warp threads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle",1,1,2 ], "a small bobbin-like device used to hold the thread in a sewing machine or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle",1,1,2 ], "tatting, knitting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle",1,1,3 ], "a bus, train, aircraft, etc|, that plies between two points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle",1,1,4 ], "short for shuttlecock|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttle",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move by or as if by a shuttle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttlecock",1,1,1 ], "a light cone consisting of a cork stub with feathered flights, struck to and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttlecock",1,1,1 ], "fro in badminton and battledore| Often shortened to shuttle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "shuttlecock",1,1,2 ], "anything moved to and fro, as in an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shuttlecock",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move to and fro, like a shuttlecock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shwa",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of schwa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,1 ], "a quick throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,1 ], "not at ease in the company of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,1 ], "shy ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,2 ], "a gibe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,2 ], "easily frightened; timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by of) watchful or wary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,3 ], "an attempt; experiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,4 ], "(of a player) without enough money to back his bet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,4 ], "short for cockshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,5 ], "(of plants and animals) not breeding or producing offspring freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,6 ], "short of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,1,7 ], "(in combination) showing reluctance or disinclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,2,1 ], "to move suddenly, as from fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by off or away) to draw back; recoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shy",1,3,1 ], "a sudden movement, as from fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shypoo",1,1,1,1 ], "liquor of poor quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shypoo",1,1,1,2 ], "a place where this is sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shypoo",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shyster",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a lawyer or politician, who uses discreditable or unethical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "shyster",1,1,1 ], "methods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sh|",1,1,1 ], "share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sh|",1,1,2 ], "sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sh|",1,1,3 ], "sheet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "si",1,1,1 ], "a variant of ti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sial",1,1,1 ], "granitic material rich in silica and aluminium, occurring in continental masses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sial",1,1,1 ], "the discontinuous outermost part of the earth's crust, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sialagogue",1,1,1 ], "any drug or agent that can stimulate the flow of saliva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sialoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling saliva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siamang",1,1,1 ], "a large black gibbon, Hylobates (or Symphalangus)syndactylus, of Sumatra and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siamang",1,1,1 ], "the Malay Peninsula, having a large reddish-brown vocal sac beneath the chin and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siamang",1,1,1 ], "the second and third toes united" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sib",1,1,1 ], "a blood relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sib",1,1,2 ], "kinsmen collectively; kindred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sib",1,1,3 ], "any social unit that is bonded by kinship through one line of descent only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibilant",1,1,1 ], "characteristic hissing sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sibilant",1,1,1 ], "relating to or denoting the consonants (s, z, #s, #f), all pronounced with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibilant",1,1,2 ], "having a hissing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibilant",1,2,1 ], "a sibilant consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibilate",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce or utter (words or speech) with a hissing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibling",1,1,1,1 ], "a person's brother or sister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibling",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibling",1,1,2 ], "any fellow member of a sib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibyl",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece and Rome) any of a number of women believed to be oracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sibyl",1,1,1 ], "Aeneas through the underworld" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sibyl",1,1,1 ], "or prophetesses, one of the most famous being the sibyl of Cumae, who guided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sibyl",1,1,2 ], "a witch, fortune-teller, or sorceress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sic passim",1,1,1 ], "a phrase used in printed works to indicate that a word, spelling, etc|, occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sic passim",1,1,1 ], "in the same form throughout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sic transit gloria mundi",1,1,1 ], "thus passes the glory of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sic",1,1,1 ], "an odd or questionable reading is in fact accurate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sic",1,1,1 ], "so or thus: inserted in brackets in a written or printed text to indicate that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sic",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) to turn on or attack: used only in commands, as to a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sic",2,1,2 ], "to urge (a dog) to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sic",3,1,1 ], "a Scot| word for such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siccative",1,1,1 ], "a substance added to a liquid to promote drying: used in paints and some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siccative",1,1,1 ], "medicines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sick headache",1,1,1 ], "a headache accompanied by nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick headache",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical name for migraine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick leave",1,1,1 ], "leave of absence from work through illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick pay",1,1,1 ], "wages paid to an employee while he is on sick leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,1 ], "inclined or likely to vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or used by people who are unwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,1,1 ], "suffering from ill health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,1,2 ], "a sickroom; sickbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,1,2 ], "the sick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,10 ], "(of land) unfit for the adequate production of certain crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,2 ], "deeply affected with a mental or spiritual feeling akin to physical sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,3 ], "mentally, psychologically, or spiritually disturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,4 ], "delighting in or catering for the macabre or sadistic; morbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,6 ], "disgusted or weary, esp| because satiated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,7 ], "(often foll| by for) weary with longing; pining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,8 ], "pallid or sickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,1,9 ], "not in working order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",1,3,1 ], "an informal word for vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sic'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick-out",1,1,1 ], "a form of industrial action in which all workers in a factory, etc| report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sick-out",1,1,1 ], "sick simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sick-out",1,2,1 ], "to take part in such action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickbay",1,1,1 ], "a room or area for the treatment of the sick or injured, as on board a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sicken",1,1,1 ], "to make or become sick, nauseated, or disgusted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sicken",1,2,1 ], "to show symptoms (of an illness)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickening",1,1,1 ], "causing sickness or revulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickening",1,1,2 ], "extremely annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickie",1,1,1 ], "a day of sick leave from work, whether for genuine sickness or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickle cell anaemia",1,1,1 ], "abdominal pain, jaundice, leg ulcers, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sickle cell anaemia",1,1,1 ], "an inherited form of anaemia occurring mainly in Negroes, in which a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickle cell anaemia",1,1,1 ], "number of red blood cells become sickle-shaped| It is characterized by fever," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sickle feather",1,1,1 ], "any of the elongated tail feathers of certain birds, esp| the domestic cock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickle medick",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian papilionaceous plant, Medicago falcata, having trifoliate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickle medick",1,1,1 ], "leaves, yellow flowers, and sickle-shaped pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sickle",1,1,1 ], "an implement for cutting grass, corn, etc|, having a curved blade and a short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickle",1,1,1 ], "handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sicklebill",1,1,1 ], "a Madagascan bird of the family Vangidae, Hemignathus procerus, a Hawaiian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sicklebill",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds having a markedly curved bill, such as Falculea palliata," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sicklebill",1,1,1 ], "honeycreeper, and certain hummingbirds and birds of paradise" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sickly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickly",1,1,2 ], "disposed to frequent ailments; not healthy; weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickly",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or caused by sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickly",1,1,4 ], "(of a smell, taste, etc|) causing revulsion or nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickly",1,1,5 ], "(of light or colour) faint or feeble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickly",1,1,6 ], "mawkish; insipid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickly",1,2,1 ], "in a sick or sickly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickness benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a weekly payment to a person who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickness benefit",1,1,1 ], "has been off work through illness for more than three days and less than six" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sickness benefit",1,1,1 ], "months" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sickness",1,1,1 ], "an illness or disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickness",1,1,2 ], "nausea or queasiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sickness",1,1,3 ], "the state or an instance of being sick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sicle",1,1,1 ], "a century, period, or era" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side arms",1,1,1 ], "pistol, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side arms",1,1,1 ], "weapons carried on the person, by sling, belt, or holster, such as a sword," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side chain",1,1,1 ], "a group of atoms bound to an atom, usually a carbon, that forms part of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side chain",1,1,1 ], "larger chain or ring in a molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side dish",1,1,1 ], "a portion of food served in addition to the main dish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side drum",1,1,1 ], "a small double-headed drum carried at the side with snares that produce a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side drum",1,1,1 ], "rattling effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side effect",1,1,1 ], "any unwanted nontherapeutic effect caused by a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side effect",1,1,2 ], "any secondary effect, esp| an undesirable one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side meat",1,1,1 ], "salt pork or bacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side street",1,1,1 ], "a minor or unimportant street, esp| one leading off a main thoroughfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side whiskers",1,1,1 ], "another name for sideboards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,1 ], "a line or surface that borders anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,1,1 ], "any line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane geometric figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for face ,1,13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,10 ], "one of two or more contesting factions, teams, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,11 ], "a page in an essay, book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,12 ], "a position, opinion, etc|, held in opposition to another in a dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,13 ], "line of descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,14 ], "a television channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,15 ], "equivalent: English|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,15 ], "spin imparted to a ball by striking it off-centre with the cue| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,16 ], "insolence, arrogance, or pretentiousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,17 ], "on one side| set apart from the rest, as provision for emergencies, etc|, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,17 ], "to avoid muddling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,18 ], "on the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,18,1 ], "apart from or in addition to the main object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,18,2 ], "as a sideline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,19 ], "side by side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,19,1 ], "close together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,19,2 ], "(foll| by with) beside or near to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,2 ], "either of two parts into which an object, surface, area, etc|, can be divided," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,2 ], "esp| by a line, median, space, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,20 ], "take sides| to support one group, opinion, etc|, as against another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,21 ], "on the weak, heavy, etc|, side| tending to be too weak, heavy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,3 ], "either of the two surfaces of a flat object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,4 ], "a surface or part of an object that extends vertically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,5 ], "divided by the median plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,5 ], "either half of a human or animal body, esp| the area around the waist, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,6 ], "the area immediately next to a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,7 ], "a district, point, or direction within an area identified by reference to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,7 ], "central point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,8 ], "the area at the edge of a room, road, etc|, as distinguished from the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,1,9 ], "aspect or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,2,1 ], "being on one side; lateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,2,2 ], "from or viewed as if from one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,2,3 ], "directed towards one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,2,4 ], "not main; subordinate or incidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,3,1 ], "to support or associate oneself with a faction, interest, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,4,1 ], "to provide with siding or sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side",1,5,1 ], "to tidy up or clear (dishes, a table, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side-dress",1,1,1 ], "to place fertilizers on or in the soil near the roots of (growing plants)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side-saddle",1,1,1 ], "a riding saddle originally designed for women riders in skirts who sit with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side-saddle",1,1,1 ], "both legs on the near side of the horse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "side-saddle",1,2,1 ], "on or as if on a side-saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side-splitting",1,1,1 ], "producing great mirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side-splitting",1,1,2 ], "(of laughter) uproarious or very hearty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side-valve engine",1,1,1 ], "a type of internal-combustion engine in which the inlet and exhaust valves are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "side-valve engine",1,1,1 ], "in the cylinder block at the side of the pistons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sideband",1,1,1 ], "a carrier wave" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sideband",1,1,1 ], "carrier frequency, within which fall the spectral components produced by modulation of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sideband",1,1,1 ], "the frequency band either above (upper sideband) or below (lower sideband) the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideboard",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture intended to stand at the side of a dining room, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideboard",1,1,1 ], "drawers, cupboards, and shelves to hold silver, china, linen, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sideboards",1,1,1 ], "a man's whiskers grown down either side of the face in front of the ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideboards",1,1,2 ], "U|S| term: sideburns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideburns",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for sideboards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidecar",1,1,1 ], "a small car attached on one side to a motorcycle, usually for one passenger," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidecar",1,1,1 ], "the other side being supported by a single wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sidecar",1,1,2 ], "a cocktail containing brandy with equal parts of cointreau and lemon juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidekick",1,1,1 ], "a close friend or follower who accompanies another on adventures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelight",1,1,1 ], "light coming from the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelight",1,1,2 ], "a side window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelight",1,1,3 ], "either of the two navigational running lights used by vessels at night, a red" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelight",1,1,3 ], "light on the port and a green on the starboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sidelight",1,1,4 ], "either of two small lights on the front of a motor vehicle, used to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelight",1,1,4 ], "the presence of the vehicle at night rather than to assist the driver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sidelight",1,1,5 ], "additional or incidental information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideline",1,1,1 ], "a line that marks the side boundary of a playing area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideline",1,1,2 ], "a subsidiary interest or source of income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideline",1,1,3 ], "an auxiliary business activity or line of merchandise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideline",1,2,1 ], "to prevent (a player) from taking part in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideline",1,2,2 ], "to prevent (a person) from taking part in any activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelines",1,1,1 ], "the area immediately outside the playing area, where substitute players sit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelines",1,1,2 ], "the peripheral areas of any region, organization, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelong",1,1,1 ], "directed or inclining to one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelong",1,1,2 ], "indirect or oblique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidelong",1,2,1 ], "from the side; obliquely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a dance band or a jazz group other than the leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidereal hour",1,1,1 ], "a 24th part of a sidereal day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidereal time",1,1,1 ], "the sidereal day being the unit of measurement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sidereal time",1,1,1 ], "time based upon the rotation of the earth with respect to a particular star," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidereal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or involving the stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidereal",1,1,2 ], "determined with reference to one or more stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderite",1,1,1 ], "a pale yellow to brownish-black mineral consisting chiefly of iron carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderite",1,1,1 ], "and is an important source of iron| Formula: FeCO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "siderite",1,1,1 ], "in hexagonal crystalline form| It occurs mainly in ore veins and sedimentary rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siderite",1,1,2 ], "a meteorite consisting principally of metallic iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidero-",1,1,1 ], "indicating iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderolite",1,1,1 ], "a meteorite consisting of a mixture of iron, nickel, and such ferromagnesian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderolite",1,1,1 ], "minerals as olivine and pyroxene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siderophilin",1,1,1 ], "another name for transferrin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderosis",1,1,1 ], "a lung disease caused by breathing in fine particles of iron or other metallic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderosis",1,1,1 ], "dust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siderosis",1,1,2 ], "an excessive amount of iron in the blood or tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderostat",1,1,1 ], "a clock mechanism about two axes so that light from a celestial body, esp| the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siderostat",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical instrument consisting essentially of a plane mirror rotated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siderostat",1,1,1 ], "sun, is reflected along a constant direction for a long period of time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sideshow",1,1,1 ], "a small show or entertainment offered in conjunction with a larger attraction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideshow",1,1,1 ], "as at a circus or fair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sideshow",1,1,2 ], "a subordinate event or incident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideslip" ,1, 1, 1],"a sideways skid, as of a motor vehicle",1). c_DEF([ "sideslip" ,1, 2, 1],"another name for slip ,1,12",1). c_DEF([ "sidesman",1,1,1 ], "a man elected to help the parish church warden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidestep" ,1, 1, 1],"to step aside from or out of the way of (something)",1). c_DEF([ "sidestep" ,1, 2, 1],"to dodge or circumvent",1). c_DEF([ "sidestroke",1,1,1 ], "a type of swimming stroke in which the swimmer lies sideways in the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidestroke",1,1,1 ], "paddling with his arms and making a scissors kick with his legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sideswipe",1,1,1 ], "a glancing blow or hit along or from the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideswipe",1,2,1 ], "to strike (someone) with such a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidetrack",1,1,1 ], "to distract or be distracted from a main subject or topic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidetrack",1,2,1 ], "a railway siding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidetrack",1,2,2 ], "the act or an instance of sidetracking; digression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidewalk",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for pavement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidewall",1,1,1 ], "either of the sides of a pneumatic tyre between the tread and the rim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideward" ,1, 1, 1],"directed or moving towards one side",1). c_DEF([ "sideward" ,1, 2, 1],"towards one side",1). c_DEF([ "sideways",1,1,1 ], "moving, facing, or inclining towards one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideways",1,1,2 ], "from one side; obliquely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideways",1,1,3 ], "with one side forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideways",1,2,1 ], "moving or directed to or from one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sideways",1,2,2 ], "towards or from one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidewheel",1,1,1 ], "one of the paddle wheels of a sidewheeler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidewheeler",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, esp| a riverboat, propelled by two large paddle wheels, one on each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidewheeler",1,1,1 ], "side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sidewinder",1,1,1 ], "a North American rattlesnake, Crotalus cerastes, that moves forwards by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidewinder",1,1,1 ], "sideways looping motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sidewinder",1,1,2 ], "a heavy swinging blow from the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidewinder",1,1,3 ], "a U|S| air-to-air missile using infrared homing aids in seeking its target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siding",1,1,1 ], "a short stretch of railway track connected to a main line, used for storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siding",1,1,1 ], "rolling stock or to enable trains on the same line to pass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siding",1,1,2 ], "a short railway line giving access to the main line for freight from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siding",1,1,2 ], "factory, mine, quarry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siding",1,1,3 ], "material attached to the outside of a building to make it weatherproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidle",1,1,1 ], "to move in a furtive or stealthy manner; edge along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidle",1,1,2 ], "to move along sideways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sidle",1,2,1 ], "a sideways movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,1,1 ], "it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,1,1 ], "surrounding it, severing its communications and supply lines, and deploying weapons against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,1,1 ], "the offensive operations carried out to capture a fortified place by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,2 ], "a persistent attempt to gain something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,3 ], "a long tedious period, as of illness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,4 ], "a seat or throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,1,5 ], "lay siege to| to besiege" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siege",1,2,1 ], "to besiege or assail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siemens",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: S Formerly called: mho" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siemens",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of electrical conductance equal to 1 reciprocal ohm|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sienna",1,1,1 ], "a natural earth containing ferric oxide used as a yellowish-brown pigment when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sienna",1,1,1 ], "untreated (raw sienna) or a reddish-brown pigment when roasted (burnt sienna)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sienna",1,1,2 ], "the colour of this pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sierra",1,1,1 ], "a range of mountains with jagged peaks, esp| in Spain or America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siesta",1,1,1 ], "a rest or nap, usually taken in the early afternoon, as in hot countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sieve tube",1,1,1 ], "an element of phloem tissue consisting of a longitudinal row of thin-walled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sieve tube",1,1,1 ], "elongated cells with perforations in their connecting walls through which food materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sieve tube",1,1,1 ], "pass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sieve",1,1,1 ], "a device for separating lumps from powdered material, straining liquids," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sieve",1,1,1 ], "grading particles, etc|, consisting of a container with a mesh or perforated bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sieve",1,1,1 ], "through which the material is shaken or poured" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sieve",1,1,2 ], "a person who gossips and spreads secrets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sieve",1,2,1 ], "to pass or cause to pass through a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sieve",1,3,1 ], "to separate or remove (lumps, materials, etc|) by use of a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sifaka",1,1,1 ], "Indriidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sifaka",1,1,1 ], "either of two large rare arboreal lemuroid primates, Propithecus diadema or P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sifaka",1,1,1 ], "verreauxi, of Madagascar, having long strikingly patterned or coloured fur: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sift",1,1,1 ], "to sieve (sand, flour, etc|) in order to remove the coarser particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sift",1,1,2 ], "to scatter (something) over a surface through a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sift",1,2,1 ], "to separate with or as if with a sieve; distinguish between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sift",1,3,1 ], "to examine minutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sift",1,4,1 ], "to move as if through a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siftings",1,1,1 ], "material or particles separated out by or as if by a sieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigh",1,1,1 ], "despair, relief, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sigh",1,1,1 ], "to draw in and exhale audibly a deep breath as an expression of weariness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigh",1,2,1 ], "to make a sound resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigh",1,3,1 ], "to yearn, long, or pine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigh",1,4,1 ], "to utter or express with sighing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigh",1,5,1 ], "the act or sound of sighing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight bill",1,1,1 ], "variants of demand bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,1 ], "the power or faculty of seeing; perception by the eyes; vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,10 ], "an observation or alignment made with such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,11 ], "an opportunity for observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,12 ], "insight or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,13 ], "a sight| Informal| a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,14 ], "a sight for sore eyes| a person or thing that one is pleased or relieved to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,14 ], "see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,15 ], "at (or on)sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,15,1 ], "as soon as seen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,15,2 ], "on presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,16 ], "acquaintance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,16 ], "know by sight| to be familiar with the appearance of without having personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,17 ], "not by a long sight| Informal| on no account; not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,18 ], "out of sight| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,18,1 ], "extreme or very unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,18,2 ], "(as interj|) that's marvellous!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,19 ], "set one's sights on| to have (a specified goal) in mind; aim for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of seeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,20 ], "sight unseen| without having seen the object at issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,3 ], "the range of vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,4 ], "range of mental vision; point of view; judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,5 ], "a glimpse or view (esp| in the phrase to catch sight of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,6 ], "anything that is seen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,7 ], "anything worth seeing; spectacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,8 ], "anything unpleasant or undesirable to see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,9 ], "alignments or directional observations, esp| such a device used in aiming a gun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,1,9 ], "any of various devices or instruments used to assist the eye in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,2,1 ], "to see, view, or glimpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,3,1,1 ], "to furnish with a sight or sights" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,3,1,2 ], "to adjust the sight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight",1,3,2 ], "to aim (a firearm) using the sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sight-read",1,1,1 ], "preparation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sight-read",1,1,1 ], "to sing or play (music in a printed or written form) without previous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sighted",1,1,1 ], "not blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sighted",1,1,2 ], "having sight of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sighter",1,1,1 ], "any of six practice shots allowed to each competitor in a tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sightless",1,1,1 ], "blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sightless",1,1,2 ], "invisible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sightly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sightly",1,1,2 ], "pleasing or attractive to see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sightly",1,1,3 ], "providing a pleasant view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sightscreen",1,1,1 ], "a large white screen placed near the boundary behind the bowler to help the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sightscreen",1,1,1 ], "batsman see the ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sightsee",1,1,1 ], "to visit the famous or interesting sights of (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigil",1,1,1 ], "a seal or signet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigil",1,1,2 ], "a sign or image supposedly having magical power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigla",1,1,1 ], "preliminaries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sigla",1,1,1 ], "the list of symbols used in a book, usually collected together as part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siglos",1,1,1 ], "a silver coin of ancient Persia worth one twentieth of a daric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigma",1,1,1 ], "consonant, transliterated as S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sigma",1,1,1 ], "the 18th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GS, #Gs or, when final, #Gc), a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigma",1,1,2 ], "the symbol S, indicating summation of the numbers or quantities indicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigmate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like the Greek letter sigma or the Roman S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigmoid flexure",1,1,1 ], "the S-shaped bend in the final portion of the large intestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigmoid flexure",1,1,2 ], "an S-shaped curve, as in the necks of certain birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigmoid",1,1,1 ], "shaped like the letter S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigmoid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the sigmoid flexure of the large intestine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigmoidoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument incorporating a light for the direct observation of the colon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sigmoidoscope",1,1,1 ], "rectum, and sigmoid flexure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign away",1,1,1 ], "to dispose of or lose by or as if by signing a document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign in",1,1,1 ], "to sign or cause to sign a register, as at a hotel, club, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign in",1,1,2 ], "to make or become a member, as of a club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign language",1,1,1 ], "any system of communication by manual signs or gestures, such as one used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign language",1,1,1 ], "the deaf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign manual",1,1,1 ], "a person's signature in his own hand, esp| that of a sovereign on an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign manual",1,1,1 ], "document" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the cross",1,1,1 ], "a gesture in which the right hand is moved from the forehead to the breast and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the cross",1,1,1 ], "from the left shoulder to the right to describe the form of a cross in order to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the cross",1,1,1 ], "invoke the grace of Christ" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the zodiac",1,1,1 ], "any of the 12 equal areas, 30 degrees wide, into which the zodiac can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the zodiac",1,1,1 ], "divided, named after the 12 zodiacal constellations| In astrology, it is thought that a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the zodiac",1,1,1 ], "person's psychological type and attitudes to life can be correlated with the sign in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the zodiac",1,1,1 ], "which other planets lay at this time" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "sign of the zodiac",1,1,1 ], "which the sun lay at the moment of his birth and to a lesser extent with the signs in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sign off",1,1,1 ], "day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign off",1,1,1 ], "to announce the end of a radio or television programme, esp| at the end of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign off",1,1,2 ], "bidding to stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign off",1,1,2 ], "to make a conventional bid indicating to one's partner that one wishes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign off",1,2,1 ], "to withdraw or retire from (an activity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign off",1,3,1 ], "(of a doctor) to declare unfit for work, because of illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign on",1,1,1 ], "to hire or employ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign on",1,2,1 ], "to commit oneself to a job, activity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign on",1,3,1 ], "to register at a labour exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign out",1,1,1 ], "to sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign out",1,1,2 ], "(one''s name) to indicate that one is leaving a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign up",1,1,1 ], "to enlist or cause to enlist, as for military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,1 ], "is not immediately or outwardly observable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,1 ], "something that indicates or acts as a token of a fact, condition, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,2 ], "an action or gesture intended to convey information, a command, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,2,1 ], "a board, placard, etc|, displayed in public and inscribed with words or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,2,1 ], "designs intended to inform, warn, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,3 ], "an arbitrary or conventional mark or device that stands for a word, phrase," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,4 ], "a symbol used to indicate a mathematical operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,5 ], "an indication or vestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,6 ], "a portentous or significant event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,7 ], "an indication, such as a scent or spoor, of the presence of an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,1,8 ], "any objective evidence of the presence of a disease or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,2,1 ], "confirmation, ratification, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,2,1 ], "to write (one's name) as a signature to (a document, etc|) in attestation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,3,1 ], "to make a sign; signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,3,2 ], "to engage or be engaged by written agreement, as a player for a team, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,4,1 ], "to outline in gestures a sign over, esp| the sign of the cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sign",1,5,1 ], "to indicate by or as if by a sign; betoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal box",1,1,1 ], "a building containing manually operated signal levers for all the railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal box",1,1,1 ], "lines in its section" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signal box",1,1,2 ], "a control point for a large area of a railway system, operated electrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal box",1,1,2 ], "and semiautomatically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,1,1 ], "any sign, gesture, token, etc|, that serves to communicate information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,1,2 ], "anything that acts as an incitement to action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,1,2,1 ], "a variable parameter, such as a current or electromagnetic wave, by which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,1,2,1 ], "information is conveyed through an electronic circuit, communications system, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,1,2,2 ], "the information so conveyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,1,2,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,2,1 ], "distinguished or conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,2,2 ], "used to give or act as a signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal",1,3,1 ], "to communicate (a message, etc|) to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signal-to-noise ratio",1,1,1 ], "parameter of the noise at a specified point in an electronic circuit, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signal-to-noise ratio",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of one parameter, such as power of a wanted signal to the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signalize",1,1,1 ], "to make noteworthy or conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signalize",1,1,2 ], "to point out carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signally",1,1,1 ], "conspicuously or especially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signalman",1,1,1 ], "a railway employee in charge of the signals and points within a section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signalman",1,1,2 ], "a man who sends and receives signals, esp| in the navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signalment",1,1,1 ], "a detailed description of a person, for identification or use in police" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signalment",1,1,1 ], "records" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signatory",1,1,1 ], "a person who has signed a document such as a treaty or contract or an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signatory",1,1,1 ], "organization, state, etc|, on whose behalf such a document has been signed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signatory",1,2,1 ], "having signed a document, treaty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature tune",1,1,1 ], "a melody used to introduce or identify a television or radio programme, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature tune",1,1,1 ], "dance band, a performer, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,1 ], "himself or by an authorized deputy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,1 ], "the name of a person or a mark or sign representing his name, marked by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,2 ], "the act of signing one's name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,3 ], "a distinctive mark, characteristic, etc|, that identifies a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,4 ], "in what amounts he should take a drug or agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,4 ], "the part of a medical prescription that instructs a patient how frequently and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,4,1 ], "a sheet of paper printed with several pages that upon folding will become a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,4,1 ], "section or sections of a book" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,4,2 ], "such a sheet so folded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signature",1,1,4,3 ], "a mark, esp| a letter, printed on the first page of a signature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signboard",1,1,1 ], "a board carrying a sign or notice, esp| one used to advertise a product," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signboard",1,1,1 ], "event, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signet ring",1,1,1 ], "a finger ring bearing a signet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signet",1,1,1 ], "a small seal, esp| one as part of a finger ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signet",1,1,2 ], "a seal used to stamp or authenticate documents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signet",1,1,3 ], "the impression made by such a seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signet",1,2,1 ], "to stamp or authenticate with a signet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significance",1,1,1 ], "consequence or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significance",1,1,2 ], "something signified, expressed, or intended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significance",1,1,3 ], "the state or quality of being significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significant figures",1,1,1 ], "accuracy, rounding up or down the final figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "significant figures",1,1,1 ], "the figures of a number that express a magnitude to a specified degree of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significant figures",1,1,2 ], "the number of such figures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significant",1,1,1 ], "having or expressing a meaning; indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significant",1,1,2 ], "having a covert or implied meaning; suggestive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significant",1,1,3 ], "important, notable, or momentous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significant",1,1,4 ], "its observed value that is too large to be attributed to chance and that therefore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "significant",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a difference between a result derived from a hypothesis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significant",1,1,4 ], "tends to refute the hypothesis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "signification",1,1,1 ], "something that is signified; meaning or sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signification",1,1,2 ], "the act of signifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significative",1,1,1 ], "(of a sign, mark, etc|) symbolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "significative",1,1,2 ], "another word for significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signify",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to indicate, show, or suggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signify",1,2,1 ], "to imply or portend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signify",1,3,1 ], "to stand as a symbol, sign, etc| (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signify",1,4,1 ], "to be significant or important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signor",1,1,1 ], "an Italian man: usually used before a name as a title equivalent to Mr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signora",1,1,1 ], "a married Italian woman: a title of address equivalent to Mrs| when placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signora",1,1,1 ], "before a name or madam when used alone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "signore",1,1,1 ], "an Italian man: a title of respect equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signore",1,1,2 ], "sir when used alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signorina",1,1,1 ], "an unmarried Italian woman: a title of address equivalent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signorina",1,1,2 ], "Miss when placed before a name or madam or miss when used alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signory",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of seignory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signpost",1,1,1 ], "a post bearing a sign that shows the way, as at a roadside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signpost",1,1,2 ], "something that serves as a clue or indication; sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signpost",1,2,1 ], "to mark with signposts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "signpost",1,2,2 ], "to indicate direction towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sig|",1,1,1 ], "signature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sig|",1,1,2 ], "signor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sig|",1,1,3 ], "signore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sika",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese forest-dwelling deer, Cervus nippon, having a brown coat, spotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sika",1,1,1 ], "with white in summer, and a large white patch on the rump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sike",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a small stream or gulley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silage",1,1,1 ], "any crop harvested while green for fodder and kept succulent by partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silage",1,1,1 ], "fermentation in a silo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sild",1,1,1 ], "any of various small young herrings, esp| when prepared and canned in Norway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sile",1,1,1 ], "to pour with rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silence",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silence",1,1,2 ], "the absence of sound or noise; stillness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silence",1,1,3 ], "refusal or failure to speak, communicate, etc|, when expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silence",1,1,4 ], "a period of time without noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silence",1,1,5 ], "oblivion or obscurity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silence",1,2,1 ], "to bring to silence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silence",1,2,2 ], "to put a stop to; extinguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silencer",1,1,1 ], "any device designed to reduce noise, esp| the tubular device containing baffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silencer",1,1,1 ], "plates in the exhaust system of a motor vehicle| U|S| name: muffler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silencer",1,1,2 ], "a tubular device fitted to the muzzle of a firearm to deaden the report" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silencer",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that silences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent majority",1,1,1 ], "a presumed moderate majority of the citizens who are too passive to make their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent majority",1,1,1 ], "views known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silent partner",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for sleeping partner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,1 ], "characterized by an absence or near absence of noise or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,2 ], "tending to speak very little or not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,3 ], "unable to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,4 ], "failing to speak, communicate, etc|, when expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,5 ], "not spoken or expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,6 ], "not active or in operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,7 ], "(of a letter) used in the conventional orthography of a word but no longer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,7 ], "pronounced in that word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,8 ], "1927, when such soundtracks were developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,1,8 ], "denoting a film that has no accompanying soundtrack, esp| one made before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silent",1,2,1 ], "a silent film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silesia",1,1,1 ], "a twill-weave fabric of cotton or other fibre, used esp| for pockets, linings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silesia",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silex",1,1,1 ], "a type of heat-resistant glass made from fused quartz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silhouette",1,1,1 ], "the outline of a solid figure as cast by its shadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silhouette",1,1,2 ], "an outline drawing filled in with black, often a profile portrait cut out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silhouette",1,1,2 ], "black paper and mounted on a light ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silhouette",1,2,1 ], "to cause to appear in silhouette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silica gel",1,1,1 ], "an amorphous form of silica capable of absorbing large quantities of water:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silica gel",1,1,1 ], "for cosmetics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silica gel",1,1,1 ], "used in drying gases and oils, as a carrier for catalysts and an anticaking agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silica glass",1,1,1 ], "another name for quartz glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silica",1,1,1 ], "ceramics, and abrasives" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silica",1,1,1 ], "the dioxide of silicon, occurring naturally as quartz, cristobalite, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silica",1,1,1 ], "tridymite| It is a refractory insoluble material used in the manufacture of glass," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silica",1,1,2 ], "short for silica glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicate",1,1,1 ], "SiO4 groups linked in rings, chains, sheets, or three dimensional frameworks|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silicate",1,1,1 ], "Silicates constitute a large proportion of the earth's minerals and are present in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "silicate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of silicic acid, esp| one of a large number of usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicate",1,1,1 ], "cement and glass" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "silicate",1,1,1 ], "insoluble salts with polymeric negative ions having a structure formed of tetrahedrons of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siliceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing silica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siliceous",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) growing in or needing soil rich in silica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silici-",1,1,1 ], "indicating silica or silicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white gelatinous substance obtained by adding an acid to a solution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicic acid",1,1,1 ], "silica, SiO2|nH2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silicic acid",1,1,1 ], "sodium silicate| It has an ill-defined composition and is best regarded as hydrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silicic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or containing silicon or an acid obtained from silicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicide",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of binary compounds formed between silicon and certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicide",1,1,1 ], "metals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siliciferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or yielding silicon or silica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicify",1,1,1 ], "to convert or be converted into silica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicium",1,1,1 ], "a rare name for silicon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicle" ,1, 1, 2],"a short broad siliqua, occurring in such cruciferous plants as honesty and",1). c_DEF([ "silicle" ,1, 1, 2],"shepherd's purse",2). c_DEF([ "silicon carbide",1,1,1 ], "an extremely hard bluish-black insoluble crystalline substance produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicon carbide",1,1,1 ], "composites; very pure crystals are used as semiconductors| Formula: SiC" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "silicon carbide",1,1,1 ], "heating carbon with sand at a high temperature and used as an abrasive and refractory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silicon carbide",1,1,1 ], "material| Silicon carbide whiskers have a high tensile strength and are used in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silicon controlled rectifier",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor rectifier whose forward current between two electrodes, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicon controlled rectifier",1,1,1 ], "anode and cathode, is initiated by means of a signal applied to a third electrode," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silicon controlled rectifier",1,1,1 ], "solid-state equivalent of the thyratron" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "silicon controlled rectifier",1,1,1 ], "the gate| The current subsequently becomes independent of the signal; the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silicon",1,1,1 ], "a brittle metalloid element that exists in two allotropic forms; occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicon",1,1,1 ], "atomic wt|: 28|09; valency: 4; relative density: 2|33; melting pt|: 1410 degrees C;" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "silicon",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 2355 degrees C" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "silicon",1,1,1 ], "principally in sand, quartz, granite, feldspar, and clay| It is usually a grey crystalline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silicon",1,1,1 ], "rectifiers, solar cells, and in alloys| Its compounds are widely used in glass manufacture," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "silicon",1,1,1 ], "solid but is also found as a brown amorphous powder| It is used in transistors," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silicon",1,1,1 ], "the building industry, and in the form of silicones| Symbol: Si; atomic no|: 14;" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "silicone",1,1,1,1 ], "Chemically they have alternate silicon and oxygen atoms with the silicon atoms bound to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "silicone",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a large class of polymeric synthetic materials that usually have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicone",1,1,1,1 ], "organic groups" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "silicone",1,1,1,1 ], "properties, making them suitable for wide use as oils, water-repellents, resins, etc|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silicone",1,1,1,1 ], "resistance to temperature, water, and chemicals, and good insulating and lubricating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silicone",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicosis",1,1,1 ], "a form of pneumoconiosis caused by breathing in tiny particles of silica," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silicosis",1,1,1 ], "quartz, or slate, and characterized by shortness of breath and fibrotic changes in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silicosis",1,1,1 ], "tissues of the lungs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "siliculose",1,1,1 ], "(of certain cruciferous plants such as honesty) producing silicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siliqua" ,1, 1, 1],"attached",3). c_DEF([ "siliqua" ,1, 1, 1],"consisting of two compartments separated by a central septum to which the seeds are",2). c_DEF([ "siliqua" ,1, 1, 1],"the long dry dehiscent fruit of cruciferous plants, such as the wallflower,",1). c_DEF([ "silk cotton",1,1,1 ], "another name for kapok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk hat",1,1,1 ], "a man's top hat covered with silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,1 ], "the very fine soft lustrous fibre produced by a silkworm to make its cocoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,1,1 ], "thread or fabric made from this fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,2 ], "a garment made of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,3 ], "a very fine fibre produced by a spider to build its web, nest, or cocoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,4 ], "the tuft of long fine styles on an ear of maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,4,1 ], "the gown worn by a Queen's (or King's) Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,4,2 ], "Informal| a Queen's (or King's) Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,1,4,3 ], "take silk| to become a Queen's (or King's) Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk",1,2,1 ], "(of maize) to develop long hairlike styles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk-cotton tree",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical bombacaceous trees of the genus Ceiba, esp| Ceiba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silk-cotton tree",1,1,1 ], "pentandra, having seeds covered with silky hairs from which kapok is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silk-screen printing",1,1,1 ], "another name for screen process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silkaline",1,1,1 ], "a fine smooth cotton fabric used for linings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silken",1,1,1 ], "made of silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silken",1,1,2 ], "resembling silk in smoothness or gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silken",1,1,3 ], "dressed in silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silken",1,1,4 ], "soft and delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silken",1,1,5 ], "luxurious or elegant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silkweed",1,1,1 ], "another name for milkweed ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silkworm",1,1,1 ], "mulberry tree: widely cultivated as a source of silk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silkworm",1,1,1 ], "the larva of the Chinese moth Bombyx mori, that feeds on the leaves of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silkworm",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silkworm",1,1,3 ], "silkworm moth| the moth of any of these larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silky oak",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees of the Australian genus Grevillea, esp| G| robusta," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silky oak",1,1,1 ], "having divided leaves and showy clusters of orange, red, or white flowers: cultivated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silky oak",1,1,1 ], "in the tropics as shade trees: family Proteaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silky",1,1,1 ], "silkier, silkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silky",1,1,2 ], "resembling silk in texture; glossy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silky",1,1,3 ], "made of silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silky",1,1,4 ], "(of a voice, manner, etc|) suave; smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silky",1,1,5 ], "covered with long fine soft hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,1 ], "a shelf at the bottom of a window inside a room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,2 ], "a horizontal piece along the outside lower member of a window, that throws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,2 ], "water clear of the wall below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,3 ], "the lower horizontal member of a window or door frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,4 ], "a continuous horizontal member placed on top of a foundation wall in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,4 ], "carry a timber framework" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,5 ], "a flat usually horizontal mass of igneous rock, situated between two layers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sill",1,1,5 ], "older sedimentary rock, that was formed by an intrusion of magma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sillabub",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of syllabub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sillimanite",1,1,1 ], "Al2SiO5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sillimanite",1,1,1 ], "a white, brown, or green fibrous mineral that consists of aluminium silicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sillimanite",1,1,1 ], "in orthorhombic crystalline form and occurs in metamorphic rocks| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silly season",1,1,1 ], "a period, usually during the hot summer months, when journalists fill space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly season",1,1,1 ], "reporting on frivolous events and activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,1,2 ], "lacking in good sense; absurd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,1,3 ], "frivolous, trivial, or superficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,1,4 ], "feeble-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,1,5 ], "dazed, as from a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,1,6 ], "homely or humble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,2,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,2,2 ], "(of a fielding position) near the batsman's wicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silly",1,2,3 ], "Informal| a foolish person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silo",1,1,1 ], "a pit, trench, horizontal container, or tower, often cylindrical in shape, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silo",1,1,1 ], "which silage is made and stored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silo",1,1,2 ], "a strengthened underground position in which missile systems are sited for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silo",1,1,2 ], "protection against attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siloxane",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of compounds containing alternate silicon and oxygen atoms with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siloxane",1,1,1 ], "complex polymers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "siloxane",1,1,1 ], "the silicon atoms bound to hydrogen atoms or organic groups| Many are highly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silt",1,1,1 ], "a fine deposit of mud, clay, etc|, esp| one in a river or lake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silt",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to fill or become filled with silt; choke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siltstone",1,1,1 ], "a variety of fine sandstone formed from consolidated silt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silurid",1,1,1 ], "anal fin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silurid",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater teleost fish of the Eurasian family Siluridae, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silurid",1,1,1 ], "catfish, such as Silurus glanis , that have an elongated body, naked skin, and a long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silurid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Siluridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silva",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sylva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silvan",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sylvan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver age",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek and Roman mythology) the second of the world's major epochs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver age",1,1,1 ], "inferior to the preceding Golden Age and characterized by opulence and irreligion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver age",1,1,2 ], "Roman imperial era, characterized by an overindulgence in elegance for its own sake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver age",1,1,2 ], "and empty scholarly rhetoric" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silver age",1,1,2 ], "the postclassical period of Latin literature, occupying the early part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver bell",1,1,1 ], "any of various deciduous trees of the styracaceous genus Halesia, esp| H|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver bell",1,1,1 ], "carolina, of North America and China, having white bell-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver birch",1,1,1 ], "a betulaceous tree, Betula pendula, of N temperate regions of the Old World," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver birch",1,1,1 ], "having silvery-white peeling bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver bromide",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish insoluble powder that darkens when exposed to light: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver bromide",1,1,1 ], "making photographic emulsions| Formula: AgBr" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver certificate",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a bank note issued by the U|S| Treasury to the public and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver certificate",1,1,1 ], "redeemable in silver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver chloride",1,1,1 ], "AgCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silver chloride",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble powder that darkens on exposure to light because of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver chloride",1,1,1 ], "production of metallic silver: used in making photographic emulsions and papers| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver fir",1,1,1 ], "Abies alba, an important timber tree of central and S Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver fir",1,1,1 ], "any of various fir trees the leaves of which have a silvery undersurface, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver fox",1,1,1 ], "an American red fox in a colour phase in which the fur is black with long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver fox",1,1,1 ], "silver-tipped hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver fox",1,1,2 ], "the valuable fur or pelt of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver frost",1,1,1 ], "another name for glaze ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver iodide",1,1,1 ], "a yellow insoluble powder that darkens on exposure to light: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver iodide",1,1,1 ], "photography and artificial rainmaking| Formula: AgI" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver lining",1,1,1 ], "a comforting or hopeful aspect of an otherwise desperate or unhappy situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver maple",1,1,1 ], "a North American maple tree, Acer saccharinum, having five-lobed leaves that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver maple",1,1,1 ], "are green above and silvery-white beneath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver medal",1,1,1 ], "a medal of silver awarded to a competitor who comes second in a contest or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver medal",1,1,1 ], "race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver nitrate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble poisonous substance used in making photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver nitrate",1,1,1 ], "emulsions, other silver salts, and as a medical antiseptic and astringent| Formula: AgNO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver plate" ,1, 1, 1],"a thin layer of silver deposited on a base metal",1). c_DEF([ "silver plate" ,1, 1, 2],"articles, esp| tableware, made of silver plate",1). c_DEF([ "silver plate" ,1, 2, 1],"ver-plate",1). c_DEF([ "silver plate" ,1, 2, 2],"to coat (a metal, object, etc|) with silver, as by electroplating",1). c_DEF([ "silver screen",1,1,1 ], "Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver screen",1,1,2 ], "films collectively or the film industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver screen",1,1,3 ], "the screen onto which films are projected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver standard",1,1,1 ], "a monetary system in which the legal unit of currency is defined with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver standard",1,1,1 ], "freely redeemable for it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silver standard",1,1,1 ], "reference to silver of a specified fineness and weight and sometimes (esp| formerly)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver thaw",1,1,1 ], "a freezing rainstorm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver thaw",1,1,2 ], "another name for glitter ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,1,1 ], "107|870; valency: 1 or 2; relative density: 10|5; melting pt|: 961|93 degrees C; boiling" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,1,1 ], "a very ductile malleable brilliant greyish-white element having the highest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,1,1 ], "electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal| It occurs free and in argentite and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,1,1 ], "electroplating| Its compounds are used in photography| Symbol: Ag; atomic no|: 47; atomic wt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,1,1 ], "other ores: used in jewellery, tableware, coinage, electrical contacts, and in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,1,1 ], "pt|: 2212 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,2 ], "coin made of this metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,3 ], "cutlery, whether made of silver or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,4 ], "any household articles made of silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,5 ], "any of a number of silver compounds used either as photosensitive substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,5 ], "in emulsions or as sensitizers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,5,1 ], "a brilliant or light greyish-white colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,1,5,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,2,1 ], "well-articulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,2,2 ], "denoting the 25th in a series, esp| an annual series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,3,1 ], "to coat with silver or a silvery substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver",1,3,2 ], "to become or cause to become silvery in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver-eye",1,1,1 ], "another name for white-eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silver-tongued",1,1,1 ], "persuasive; eloquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverfish",1,1,1 ], "a silver variety of the goldfish Carassius auratus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverfish",1,1,2 ], "any of various other silvery fishes, such as the moonfish Monodactylus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverfish",1,1,2 ], "argenteus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silverfish",1,1,3 ], "any of various small primitive wingless insects of the genus Lepisma, esp| L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverfish",1,1,3 ], "food scraps, book bindings, etc|: order Thysanura (bristletails)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "silverfish",1,1,3 ], "saccharina, that have long antennae and tail appendages and occur in buildings, feeding on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silvern",1,1,1 ], "silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverpoint",1,1,1 ], "a drawing technique popular esp| in the 15th and 16th centuries, using an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverpoint",1,1,1 ], "instrument with a silver wire tip on specially prepared paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silverside",1,1,1 ], "a coarse cut of beef below the aitchbone and above the leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverside",1,1,2 ], "any small marine or freshwater teleost fish of the family Atherinidae, related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverside",1,1,2 ], "to the grey mullets: includes the jacksmelt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silversmith",1,1,1 ], "a craftsman who makes or repairs articles of silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silvertail",1,1,1 ], "a rich and influential person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverware",1,1,1 ], "articles, esp| tableware, made of or plated with silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverweed",1,1,1 ], "a rosaceous perennial creeping plant, Potentilla anserina, with silvery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silverweed",1,1,1 ], "pinnate leaves and yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silverweed",1,1,2 ], "Asia and Australia, having silvery leaves and showy purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "silverweed",1,1,2 ], "any of various convolvulaceous twining shrubs of the genus Argyreia, of SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silvery",1,1,1 ], "of or having the appearance of silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silvery",1,1,2 ], "containing or covered with silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silvery",1,1,3 ], "having a clear ringing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "silviculture",1,1,1 ], "the branch of forestry that is concerned with the cultivation of trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sima",1,1,1 ], "material rich in silica and magnesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sima",1,1,1 ], "the continuous lower layer of the earth's crust, consisting of basic rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of cymar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simarouba",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American tree of the genus Simarouba, esp| S| amara, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simarouba",1,1,1 ], "divided leaves and fleshy fruits: family Simaroubaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simarouba",1,1,2 ], "the medicinal bark of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simaroubaceous",1,1,1 ], "of trees and shrubs that includes ailanthus, seringa, and quassia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simaroubaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Simaroubaceae, a mainly tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simba",1,1,1 ], "an E African word for lion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a monkey or ape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simian",1,2,1 ], "a monkey or ape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "similar" ,1, 1, 1],"not identical",2). c_DEF([ "similar" ,1, 1, 1],"showing resemblance in qualities, characteristics, or appearance; alike but",1). c_DEF([ "similar" ,1, 1, 2],"(of two or more figures) having corresponding angles equal and all",1). c_DEF([ "similar" ,1, 1, 2],"corresponding sides in the same ratio",2). c_DEF([ "simile",1,1,1 ], "a figure of speech that expresses the resemblance of one thing to another of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simile",1,1,1 ], "different category, usually introduced by as or like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "similitude",1,1,1 ], "likeness; similarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "similitude",1,1,2 ], "a thing or sometimes a person that is like or the counterpart of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "similitude",1,1,3 ], "a simile, allegory, or parable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simitar",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of scimitar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simmer down",1,1,1 ], "to grow calmer or quieter, as after intense rage or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simmer down",1,2,1 ], "to reduce the volume of (a liquid) by boiling slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simmer",1,1,1 ], "to cook (food) gently at or just below the boiling point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simmer",1,2,1 ], "to be about to break out in rage or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simmer",1,3,1 ], "the act, sound, or state of simmering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simnel cake",1,1,1 ], "a fruit cake, often coloured with saffron and covered with a layer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simnel cake",1,1,1 ], "marzipan, traditionally eaten in Lent or at Easter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simon-pure",1,1,1 ], "real; genuine; authentic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simoniac",1,1,1 ], "a person who is guilty of practising simony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simony",1,1,1 ], "Church benefits such as pardons, relics, etc|, or preferments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simony",1,1,1 ], "the practice, now usually regarded as a sin, of buying or selling spiritual or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simoom",1,1,1 ], "Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simoom",1,1,1 ], "a strong suffocating sand-laden wind of the deserts of Arabia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simp",1,1,1 ], "short for simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simpatico",1,1,1 ], "pleasant or congenial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simpatico",1,1,2 ], "of similar mind or temperament; compatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simper",1,1,1 ], "to smile coyly, affectedly, or in a silly self-conscious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simper",1,2,1 ], "to utter (something) in a simpering manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simper",1,3,1 ], "a simpering smile; smirk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple fraction",1,1,1 ], "a fraction in which the numerator and denominator are both integers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple fracture",1,1,1 ], "a fracture in which the broken bone does not pierce the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple fruit",1,1,1 ], "a fruit, such as a grape or cherry, that is formed from only one ovary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple harmonic motion",1,1,1 ], "a form of periodic motion of a particle, etc|, in which the acceleration is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple harmonic motion",1,1,1 ], "always directed towards some equilibrium point and is proportional to the displacement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simple harmonic motion",1,1,1 ], "from this point" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "simple interest",1,1,1 ], "interest calculated or paid on the principal alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple machine",1,1,1 ], "a simple device for altering the magnitude or direction of a force| The six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple machine",1,1,1 ], "basic types are the lever, wheel and axle, pulley, screw, wedge, and inclined plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simple microscope",1,1,1 ], "a microscope having a single lens; magnifying glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sentence consisting of a single main clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple tense",1,1,1 ], "a tense of verbs, in English and other languages, not involving the use of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple tense",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary verb in addition to the main verb, as for example the past He drowned as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simple tense",1,1,1 ], "opposed to the future He will drown" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,1 ], "not involved or complicated; easy to understand or do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,10 ], "(of a substance or material) consisting of only one chemical compound rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,10 ], "than a mixture of compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,10,1 ], "(of a fraction)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,11 ], "containing only integers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,11,2 ], "(of an equation) containing variables to the first power only linear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,12 ], "not divided into parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,13 ], "relating to or denoting a time where the number of beats per bar may be two," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,13 ], "three, or four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,2 ], "plain; unadorned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,3 ], "consisting of one element or part only; not combined or complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,4 ], "unaffected or unpretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,5 ], "not guileful; sincere; frank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,6 ], "of humble condition or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,7 ], "weak in intelligence; feeble-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,8 ], "without additions or modifications; mere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,1,9 ], "ordinary or straightforward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,2,1 ], "a simpleton; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple",1,2,2 ], "a plant, esp| a herbaceous plant, having medicinal properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple-hearted",1,1,1 ], "free from deceit; open; frank; sincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple-minded",1,1,1 ], "stupid; foolish; feeble-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple-minded",1,1,2 ], "mentally defective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simple-minded",1,1,3 ], "unsophisticated; artless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simpleton",1,1,1 ], "a foolish or ignorant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplex",1,1,1 ], "etc|, but not simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simplex",1,1,1 ], "permitting the transmission of signals in either direction in a radio circuit," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplex",1,2,1 ], "a line in one-dimensional space or a triangle in two-dimensional space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simplex",1,2,1 ], "the most elementary geometric figure in Euclidean space of a given dimension;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplicidentate",1,1,1 ], "in the order Rodentia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "simplicidentate",1,1,1 ], "including all the mammals now classified as rodents: used when Lagomorphs were included" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simplicidentate",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Simplicidentata, a former suborder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplicidentate",1,2,1 ], "any animal of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make less complicated, clearer, or easier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplify",1,1,2 ], "to reduce (an equation, fraction, etc|) to its simplest form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplistic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by extreme simplicity; naive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simplistic",1,1,2 ], "analyses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simplistic",1,1,2 ], "oversimplifying complex problems; making unrealistically simple judgments or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simply",1,1,1 ], "in a simple manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simply",1,1,2 ], "merely; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simply",1,1,3 ], "absolutely; altogether; really" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simply",1,1,4 ], "frankly; candidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simsim",1,1,1 ], "an E African word for sesame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulacrum",1,1,1 ], "any image or representation of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulacrum",1,1,2 ], "a slight, unreal, or vague semblance of something; superficial likeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulant",1,1,1 ], "simulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulant",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of plant parts) resembling another part in structure or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simular",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that simulates or imitates; sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simular",1,2,1 ], "fake; simulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulate",1,2,1 ], "to make a pretence of; feign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulate",1,2,2 ], "experiment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simulate",1,2,2 ], "to reproduce the conditions of (a situation, etc|), as in carrying out an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulate",1,2,3 ], "to assume or have the appearance of; imitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulate",1,3,1 ], "assumed or simulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulated",1,1,1 ], "(of fur, leather, pearls, etc|) being an imitation of the genuine article," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulated",1,1,1 ], "usually made from cheaper material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simulated",1,1,2 ], "(of actions, qualities, emotions, etc|) imitated; feigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of simulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulation",1,1,2 ], "the assumption of a false appearance or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulation",1,1,3 ], "a representation of a problem, situation, etc|, in mathematical terms, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulation",1,1,3 ], "using a computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simulation",1,1,4 ], "end; malingering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simulation",1,1,4 ], "the conscious process of feigning illness in order to gain some particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulator",1,1,1 ], "any device or system that simulates specific conditions or the characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulator",1,1,1 ], "of a real process for the purposes of research or operator training" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simulator",1,1,2 ], "a person who simulates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulcast",1,1,1 ], "to broadcast (a programme, etc|) simultaneously on radio and television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simulcast",1,2,1 ], "a programme, etc|, so broadcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simultaneous equations",1,1,1 ], "a set of equations that are all satisfied by the same values of the variables," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "simultaneous equations",1,1,1 ], "the number of variables being equal to the number of equations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "simultaneous" ,1, 1, 1],"occurring, existing, or operating at the same time; concurrent",1). c_DEF([ "sin",1,1,1,1 ], "embodying this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,1,1,1 ], "transgression of God's known will or any principle or law regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,1,1,2 ], "the condition of estrangement from God arising from such transgression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,1,2 ], "any serious offence, as against a religious or moral principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,1,3 ], "any offence against a principle or standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,1,4 ], "live in sin| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,1,5 ], "(of an unmarried couple) to live together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,2,1 ], "sins, sinning, sinned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,2,2 ], "to commit a sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,2,3 ], "(usually foll| by against) to commit an offence (against a person, principle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",1,2,3 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sin",2,1,1 ], "a Scot| dialect word for since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",3,1,1 ], "the 21st letter in the Hebrew alphabet (,), transliterated as S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sin",4,1,1 ], "sine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinanthropus",1,1,1 ], "a primitive apelike man of the genus Sinanthropus, now considered a subspecies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinanthropus",1,1,1 ], "of Homo erectus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinapism",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for mustard plaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "since",1,1,1 ], "during or throughout the period of time after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "since",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes preceded by ever) continuously from or starting from the time when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "since",1,2,2 ], "seeing that; because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "since",1,3,1 ], "since that time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sincere",1,1,1 ], "not hypocritical or deceitful; open; genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sincere",1,1,2 ], "pure; unadulterated; unmixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sincere",1,1,3 ], "sound; whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinciput",1,1,1 ], "the forward upper part of the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine curve",1,1,1 ], "a curve of the equation y,,sin x" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine die",1,2,1 ], "without a day fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine prole",1,2,1 ], "without issue (esp| in the phrase demisit sine prole (died without issue))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine qua non",1,1,1 ], "an essential condition or requirement|literally: without which not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine wave",1,1,1 ], "any oscillation, such as a sound wave or alternating current, whose waveform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine wave",1,1,1 ], "is that of a sine curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sine",1,1,1 ], "(of an angle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine",1,1,1,1 ], "a trigonometric function that in a right-angled triangle is the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine",1,1,1,1 ], "length of the opposite side to that of the hypotenuse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sine",1,1,1,2 ], "a function that in a circle centred at the origin of a Cartesian coordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sine",1,1,1,2 ], "system is the ratio of the ordinate of a point on the circumference to the radius of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sine",1,1,1,2 ], "the circle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sine",2,1,1 ], "(esp| in Latin phrases or legal terms) lacking without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinecure",1,1,1 ], "a paid office or post involving minimal duties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinecure",1,1,2 ], "a Church benefice to which no spiritual or pastoral charge is attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinew",1,1,1 ], "another name for tendon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinew",1,1,1,1 ], "a source of strength or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinew",1,1,1,2 ], "a literary word for muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinewy",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or resembling a tendon or tendons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinewy",1,1,2 ], "muscular; brawny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinewy",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of language, style, etc|) vigorous; forceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinewy",1,1,4 ], "(of meat, etc|) tough; stringy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinfonia",1,1,1 ], "another word for symphony 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinfonia",1,1,2 ], "a symphony orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinfonietta",1,1,1 ], "a short or light symphony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinfonietta",1,1,2 ], "a small symphony orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinful",1,1,1 ], "having committed or tending to commit sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinful",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or being a sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sing out",1,1,1 ], "to call out in a loud voice shout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 1, 1],"to produce or articulate (sounds, words, a song, etc|) with definite and",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 1, 1],"usually specific musical intonation",2). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 1, 2],"(when intr|, often foll| by to) to perform (a song) to the accompaniment (of)",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 10, 1],"to confess or act as an informer",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 11, 1],"an act or performance of singing",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 11, 2],"a ringing or whizzing sound, as of bullets",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 2, 1],"to tell a story or tale in song (about)",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 3, 1],"to address a song (to) or perform a song (for)",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 4, 1],"to perform songs for a living, as a professional singer",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 5, 1],"(esp| of certain birds and insects) to utter calls or sounds reminiscent of",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 5, 1],"music",2). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 5, 2],"(when intr|, usually foll| by of) to tell (something) or give praise (to",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 5, 2],"someone), esp| in verse",2). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 6, 1],"to make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 7, 1],"(of the ears) to experience a continuous ringing or humming sound",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 8, 1],"(esp| in church services) to chant or intone (a prayer, psalm, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "sing" ,1, 9, 1],"to bring to a given state by singing",1). c_DEF([ "singe",1,1,1 ], "to burn or be burnt superficially; scorch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singe",1,2,1 ], "to burn the ends of (hair, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singe",1,3,1 ], "to expose (a carcass) to flame to remove bristles or hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singe",1,4,1 ], "a superficial burn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singer",1,1,1 ], "a person who sings, esp| one who earns a living by singing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singer",1,1,2 ], "a singing bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singer",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single bond",1,1,1 ], "a covalent bond formed between two atoms by the sharing of one pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single bond",1,1,1 ], "electrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single entry",1,1,1,1 ], "a simple book-keeping system in which transactions are entered in one account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single entry",1,1,1,1 ], "only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single entry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single file",1,1,1 ], "a line of persons, animals, or things ranged one behind the other, either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single file",1,1,1 ], "stationary or moving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single sideband transmission",1,1,1 ], "a method of transmitting radio waves in which either the upper or the lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single sideband transmission",1,1,1 ], "reduces the required bandwidth and improves the signal-to-noise ratio" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "single sideband transmission",1,1,1 ], "sideband is transmitted, the carrier being either wholly or partially suppressed| This" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single tax",1,1,1 ], "a taxation system in which a tax on one commodity, usually land, is the only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single tax",1,1,1 ], "source of revenue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single tax",1,1,2 ], "such a tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single ticket",1,1,1 ], "a ticket entitling a passenger to travel only to his destination, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single ticket",1,1,1 ], "returning| U|S| equivalent: one-way ticket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,1 ], "existing alone; solitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,10 ], "(of a flower) having only one set or whorl of petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,11 ], "determined; single-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,12 ], "(of the eye) seeing correctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,13 ], "honest or sincere; genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,14 ], "(of ale, beer, etc|) mild in strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,2 ], "distinct from other things; unique or individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,3 ], "composed of one part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,4 ], "designed for one user" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,5 ], "unmarried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,6 ], "connected with the condition of being unmarried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,7 ], "(esp| of combat) involving two individuals; one against one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,8 ], "sufficient for one person or thing only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,1,9 ], "even one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,1 ], "something forming one individual unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,2 ], "a gramophone record with a short recording, usually of pop music, on each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,2 ], "per minute" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,2 ], "side: now usually 7 inches (18 centimetres) in diameter and played at 45 revolutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,3 ], "a game between two players" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,4 ], "a hit from which one run is scored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,5 ], "a pound note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,2,5,2 ], "U|S| a dollar note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,3,1 ], "to select from a group of people or things; distinguish by separation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single",1,3,2 ], "short for single-foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-acting",1,1,1 ], "(of a reciprocating engine or pump) having a piston or pistons that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-acting",1,1,1 ], "pressurized on one side only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-action",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a firearm) requiring the hammer to be cocked by hand before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-action",1,1,1 ], "firing each shot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-blind",1,1,1 ], "certain commodities, drugs, etc|, in which the experimenters but not the subjects know" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-blind",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an experiment, esp| one to discover people's reactions to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-blind",1,1,1 ], "the particulars of the test items during the experiment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "single-breasted",1,1,1 ], "(of a garment) having the fronts overlapping only slightly and with one row of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-breasted",1,1,1 ], "fastenings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-cross",1,1,1 ], "a hybrid of the first generation between two inbred lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-decker",1,1,1 ], "a bus with only one passenger deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-end",1,1,1 ], "accommodation consisting of a single room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-foot",1,1,1 ], "a rapid showy gait of a horse in which each foot strikes the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-foot",1,1,1 ], "separately, as in a walk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-foot",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move at this gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-handed",1,2,1 ], "unaided or working alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-handed",1,2,2 ], "having or operated by one hand or one person only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-minded",1,1,1 ], "having but one aim or purpose; dedicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-phase",1,1,1 ], "(of a system, circuit, or device) having, generating, or using a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-phase",1,1,1 ], "alternating voltage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-space",1,1,1 ], "to type (copy) without leaving a space between the lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-step",1,1,1 ], "a debug program" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-step",1,1,1 ], "to perform a single instruction on (a program), generally under the control of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-tongue",1,1,1 ], "to play (any nonlegato passage) on a wind instrument by obstructing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-tongue",1,1,1 ], "uncovering the air passage through the lips with the tongue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-track",1,1,1 ], "(of a railway) having only a single pair of lines, so that trains can travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-track",1,1,1 ], "in only one direction at a time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "single-track",1,1,2 ], "(of a road) only wide enough for one vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "single-track",1,1,3 ], "able to think about only one thing; one-track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singles",1,1,1 ], "a match played with one person on each side|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlestick",1,1,1 ], "a wooden stick used instead of a sword for fencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlestick",1,1,2 ], "fencing with such a stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlestick",1,1,3 ], "any short heavy stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlet",1,1,1 ], "a man's sleeveless vest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlet",1,1,2 ], "any vest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlet",1,1,3 ], "a garment worn with shorts by athletes, boxers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlet",1,1,4 ], "a multiplet that has only one member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singlet",1,1,5 ], "a chemical bond consisting of one electron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singleton",1,1,1 ], "an original holding of one card only in a suit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singleton",1,1,2 ], "a single object, individual, etc|, separated or distinguished from a pair or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singleton",1,1,2 ], "group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "singleton",1,1,3 ], "a set containing only one member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singletree",1,1,1 ], "another word for whiffletree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singly",1,1,1 ], "one at a time; one by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singly",1,1,2 ], "apart from others; separately; alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singsong",1,1,1 ], "an accent, metre, or intonation that is characterized by an alternately rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singsong",1,1,1 ], "and falling rhythm, as in a person's voice, piece of verse, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "singsong",1,1,2 ], "an informal session of singing, esp| of popular or traditional songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singsong",1,2,1 ], "having a regular or monotonous rising and falling rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,1,1 ], "remarkable; exceptional; extraordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,1,2 ], "unusual; odd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,1,3 ], "unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,1,4 ], "denoting a word or an inflected form of a word indicating that not more than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,1,4 ], "one referent is being referred to or described" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,1,5 ], "of or referring to a specific thing or person as opposed to something general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,2,1,1 ], "the singular number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singular",1,2,1,2 ], "a singular form of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singularity",1,1,1 ], "the state, fact, or quality of being singular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singularity",1,1,2 ], "something distinguishing a person or thing from others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singularity",1,1,3 ], "something remarkable or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singularize",1,1,1 ], "to make (a word, etc|) singular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singularize",1,1,2 ], "to make conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "singultus",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for hiccup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sing|",1,1,1 ], "singular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sing|(in transformational grammar)" ,1, 1, 1],"singular",1). c_DEF([ "sinh",1,1,1 ], "hyperbolic sine a hyperbolic function, sinh z = (e=e%#-%z), related to sine by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinh",1,1,1 ], "the expression sinh iz,,i sin z, where i = sqrt -1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinister",1,1,1 ], "threatening or suggesting evil or harm; ominous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinister",1,1,2 ], "evil or treacherous, esp| in a mysterious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinister",1,1,3 ], "of, on, or starting from the left side from the bearer's point of view and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinister",1,1,3 ], "therefore on the spectator's right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinister",1,1,4 ], "located on the left side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinister",1,1,5 ], "(of signs, omens, etc|) unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinistral",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or located on the left side, esp| the left side of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinistral",1,1,2 ], "a technical term for left-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinistral",1,1,3 ], "(of the shells of certain gastropod molluscs) coiling in a clockwise direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinistral",1,1,3 ], "from the apex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinistrodextral",1,1,1 ], "going or directed from left to right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinistrorse",1,1,1 ], "(of some climbing plants) growing upwards in a spiral from right to left" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinistrous",1,1,1 ], "sinister or ill-omened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinistrous",1,1,2 ], "sinistral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sink in",1,1,1 ], "to enter or penetrate the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 10],"to decline or cause to decline in moral value, worth, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 11],"to seep or penetrate",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 12],"to suppress or conceal",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 13],"to dig, cut, drill, bore, or excavate (a hole, shaft, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 14],"to drive into the ground",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 16, 1],"to invest (money)",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 16, 2],"to lose (money) in an unwise or unfortunate investment",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 16],"usually foll| by in or into)",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 17],"to pay (a debt)",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 18],"to become hollow; cave in",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 19],"to hit, throw, or propel (a ball) into a hole, basket, pocket, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 1],"sunken",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 20],"sink or swim",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 21],"success",2). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 21],"to take risks where the alternatives are loss and failure or security and",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 2],"substance",2). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 2],"to descend or cause to descend, esp| beneath the surface of a liquid or soft",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 3],"to appear to move down towards or descend below the horizon",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 4],"to slope downwards; dip",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 6],"often foll| by in or into) to pass into or gradually enter a specified lower",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 6],"state or condition",2). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 7],"to make or become lower in volume, pitch, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 8],"to make or become lower in value, price, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 1, 9],"to become weaker in health, strength, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 2, 1],"a fixed basin, esp| in a kitchen, made of stone, earthenware, metal, etc|,",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 2, 1],"used for washing",2). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 2, 2],"another word for cesspool",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 2, 3],"a place of vice or corruption",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 2, 4],"an area of ground below that of the surrounding land, where water collects",1). c_DEF([ "sink" ,1, 2, 5],"a device or part of a system at which energy is removed from the system",1). c_DEF([ "sinkage",1,1,1 ], "the act of sinking or degree to which something sinks or has sunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinker",1,1,1 ], "a weight attached to a fishing line, net, etc|, to cause it to sink in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinker",1,1,2 ], "a person who sinks shafts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinker",1,1,3 ], "an informal word for doughnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinker",1,1,4 ], "hook, line, and sinker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinkhole",1,1,1 ], "a depression in the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinkhole",1,1,1 ], "surface, esp| in limestone, where a surface stream disappears underground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinkhole",1,1,2 ], "a place into which foul matter runs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinking fund",1,1,1 ], "a fund accumulated out of a business enterprise's earnings or a government's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinking fund",1,1,1 ], "revenue and invested to repay a long-term debt or meet a depreciation charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinking",1,1,1,1 ], "a feeling in the stomach caused by hunger or uneasiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinking",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinless",1,1,1 ], "free from sin or guilt; innocent; pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinter",1,1,1 ], "a whitish porous incrustation, usually consisting of silica, that is deposited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinter",1,1,1 ], "from hot springs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinter",1,1,2 ], "the product of a sintering process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinter",1,1,3 ], "another name for cinder ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinter",1,2,1 ], "by heating or pressure or both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinter",1,2,1 ], "to form large particles, lumps, or masses from (metal powders or powdery ores)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinuate",1,1,1 ], "having a strongly waved margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinuate",1,1,2 ], "another word for sinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinuosity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being sinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinuosity",1,1,2 ], "a turn, curve, or intricacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinuous",1,1,1 ], "full of turns or curves; intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinuous",1,1,2 ], "devious; not straightforward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinuous",1,1,3 ], "supple; lithe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinus",1,1,1,1 ], "any bodily cavity or hollow space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinus",1,1,1,2 ], "a large channel for venous blood, esp| between the brain and the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinus",1,1,1,3 ], "any of the air cavities in the cranial bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinus",1,1,2 ], "a passage leading to a cavity containing pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinus",1,1,3 ], "a small rounded notch between two lobes of a leaf, petal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinus",1,1,4 ], "an irregularly shaped cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinusitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the membrane lining a sinus, esp| a nasal sinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinusoid",1,1,1 ], "another name for sine curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinusoidal projection",1,1,1 ], "an equal-area map projection on which all parallels are straight lines and all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinusoidal projection",1,1,1 ], "except the prime meridian are sine curves, often used to show tropical latitudes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sinusoidal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a sine curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sinusoidal",1,1,2 ], "having a magnitude that varies as a sine curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sip",1,1,1 ], "to drink (a liquid) by taking small mouthfuls; drink gingerly or delicately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sip",1,2,1 ], "a small quantity of a liquid taken into the mouth and swallowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sip",1,2,2 ], "an act of sipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siphon bottle",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for soda siphon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siphon",1,1,1 ], "a tube placed with one end at a certain level in a vessel of liquid and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siphon",1,1,1 ], "other end outside the vessel below this level, so that atmospheric pressure forces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siphon",1,1,1 ], "the liquid through the tube and out of the vessel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "siphon",1,1,2 ], "and elasmobranch fishes, through which a fluid, esp| water, passes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siphon",1,1,2 ], "any of various tubular organs in different aquatic animals, such as molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siphon",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by off) to pass or draw off through or as if through a siphon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siphonophore",1,1,1 ], "Portuguese man-of-war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siphonophore",1,1,1 ], "any marine colonial hydrozoan of the order Siphonophora, including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siphonostele",1,1,1 ], "certain stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siphonostele",1,1,1 ], "the cylinder of conducting tissue surrounding a central core of pith in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sipper",1,1,1 ], "a drinking straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sippet",1,1,1 ], "a small piece of something, esp| a piece of toast or fried bread eaten with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sippet",1,1,1 ], "soup or gravy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sir",1,1,1 ], "a polite term of address for a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sir",1,1,2 ], "a gentleman of high social status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sir-reverence",1,1,1 ], "an expression of apology used esp| to introduce taboo or vulgar words or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sir-reverence",1,1,1 ], "phrases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sirdar",1,1,1 ], "a general or military leader in Pakistan and India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirdar",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) the title of the British commander in chief of the Egyptian Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirdar",1,1,3 ], "a variant spelling of sardar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sire",1,1,1 ], "a male parent, esp| of a horse or other domestic animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sire",1,1,2 ], "a respectful term of address, now used only in addressing a male monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sire",1,1,3 ], "a man of high rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sire",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of a domestic animal) to father; beget" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,1 ], "a device for emitting a loud wailing sound, esp| as a warning or signal," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,1 ], "passed under pressure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,1 ], "typically consisting of a rotating perforated metal drum through which air or steam is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,2 ], "one of several sea nymphs whose seductive singing was believed to lure sailors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,2 ], "to destruction on the rocks the nymphs inhabited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,2,1 ], "a woman considered to be dangerously alluring or seductive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,3 ], "any aquatic eel-like salamander of the North American family Sirenidae, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siren",1,1,3 ], "external gills, no hind limbs, and reduced forelimbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sirenian",1,1,1 ], "flattened tail: contains only the dugong and manatees" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sirenian",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sirenia, an order of aquatic herbivorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirenian",1,1,1 ], "placental mammals having forelimbs modified as paddles, no hind limbs, and a horizontally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sirenian",1,2,1 ], "any animal belonging to the order Sirenia;a sea cow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirloin",1,1,1 ], "a prime cut of beef from the loin, esp| the upper part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirocco",1,1,1 ], "a hot oppressive and often dusty wind usually occurring in spring, beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirocco",1,1,1 ], "in N Africa and reaching S Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sirocco",1,1,2 ], "any hot southerly wind, esp| one moving to a low pressure centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirrah",1,1,1 ], "a contemptuous term used in addressing a man or boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirree",1,1,1 ], "an emphatic exclamation used with yes or no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirup",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirvente",1,1,1 ], "a verse form employed by the troubadours of Provence to satirize moral or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sirvente",1,1,1 ], "political themes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sis",1,1,1 ], "short for sister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sisal",1,1,1 ], "a Mexican agave plant, Agave sisalana, cultivated for its large fleshy leaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sisal",1,1,1 ], "which yield a stiff fibre used for making rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sisal",1,1,2 ], "the fibre of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sisal",1,1,3 ], "any of the fibres of certain similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siskin",1,1,1 ], "a yellow-and-black Eurasian finch, Carduelis spinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siskin",1,1,2 ], "pine siskin| a North American finch, Spinus pinus, having a streaked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siskin",1,1,2 ], "yellowish-brown plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sissy",1,1,1 ], "an effeminate, weak, or cowardly boy or man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sissy",1,2,1 ], "Also (informal or dialect): sissified| effeminate, weak, or cowardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,1 ], "a female person having the same parents as another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,2 ], "a female person who belongs to the same group, trade union, etc|, as another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,2 ], "or others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,3 ], "a form of address to a woman or girl, used esp| by Blacks in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,4 ], "a senior nurse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,5 ], "a nun or a title given to a nun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,6 ], "a woman fellow member of a Church or religious body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister",1,1,7 ], "belonging to the same class, fleet, etc|, as another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister-in-law",1,1,1 ], "the sister of one's husband or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister-in-law",1,1,2 ], "the wife of one's brother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sister-in-law",1,1,3 ], "the wife of the brother of one's husband or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sisterhood",1,1,1 ], "the state of being related as a sister or sisters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sisterhood",1,1,2 ], "a religious body or society of sisters, esp| a community, order, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sisterhood",1,1,2 ], "congregation of nuns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sisterly",1,1,1 ], "affection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sisterly",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or suitable to a sister, esp| in showing kindness and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sistroid",1,1,1 ], "contained between the convex sides of two intersecting curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sistrum",1,1,1 ], "a musical instrument of ancient Egypt consisting of a metal rattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit back",1,1,1 ], "to relax, as when action should be taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit down" ,1, 1, 1],"to adopt or cause (oneself or another) to adopt a sitting posture",1). c_DEF([ "sit down" ,1, 2, 1],"to suffer (insults, etc|) without protests or resistance",1). c_DEF([ "sit down" ,1, 3, 2],"a form of civil disobedience in which demonstrators sit down in a public place",1). c_DEF([ "sit down" ,1, 3, 2],"as a protest or to draw attention to a cause",2). c_DEF([ "sit down" ,1, 3, 3],"(of a meal, etc|) eaten while sitting down at a table",1). c_DEF([ "sit on",1,1,1 ], "to be a member of (a committee, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit on",1,1,2 ], "to suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit on",1,1,3 ], "to check or rebuke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit out",1,1,1 ], "to endure to the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit out",1,2,1 ], "to remain seated throughout (a dance, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit out",1,3,1 ], "centre of gravity as far to windward as possible to reduce heeling| U|S| term: hike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sit out",1,3,1 ], "out" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sit out",1,3,1 ], "to lean backwards over the side of a light sailing boat in order to carry the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit over",1,1,1 ], "to be seated in an advantageous position on the left of (the player)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit under",1,1,1 ], "to be seated on the right of (the player)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit up" ,1, 1, 1],"posture",2). c_DEF([ "sit up" ,1, 1, 1],"to raise (oneself or another) from a recumbent to an upright or alert sitting",1). c_DEF([ "sit up" ,1, 2, 1],"to remain out of bed and awake, esp| until a late hour",1). c_DEF([ "sit up" ,1, 3, 1],"to become suddenly interested or alert",1). c_DEF([ "sit",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to adopt or rest in a posture in which the body is supported on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,1,1 ], "the buttocks and thighs and the torso is more or less upright" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,1 ], "to cause to adopt such a posture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,10 ], "to remain inactive or unused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,11 ], "to rest or lie as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,12 ], "(of a garment) to fit or hang as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,13 ], "to weigh, rest, or lie as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,2 ], "(of an animal) to adopt or rest in a posture with the hindquarters lowered to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,2 ], "the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,3 ], "(of a bird) to perch or roost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,4 ], "(of a hen or other bird) to cover eggs to hatch them; brood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,5 ], "to be situated or located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,6 ], "(of the wind) to blow from the direction specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,7 ], "to adopt and maintain a posture for one's portrait to be painted, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,8 ], "elected representative, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,8 ], "to occupy or be entitled to a seat in some official capacity, as a judge," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,2,9 ], "(of a deliberative body) to be convened or in session" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,3,1 ], "to take (an examination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,3,3 ], "to be a candidate (for a qualification)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,3,4 ], "to keep watch over an invalid, a baby, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,4,1 ], "to have seating capacity for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,4,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,4,2 ], "sitting pretty| Informal| well placed or established financially, socially," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit",1,4,3 ], "sit tight| Informal| to wait patiently; bide one's time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit-down strike",1,1,1 ], "a strike in which workers refuse to leave their place of employment until a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sit-down strike",1,1,1 ], "settlement is reached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sit-in" ,1, 1, 1],"a form of civil disobedience in which demonstrators occupy seats in a public",1). c_DEF([ "sit-in" ,1, 1, 1],"place and refuse to move as a protest",2). c_DEF([ "sit-in" ,1, 2, 2],"(often foll| by for) to deputize (for)",1). c_DEF([ "sit-in" ,1, 2, 3],"(foll| by on) to take part (in) as a visitor or guest",1). c_DEF([ "sit-in" ,1, 2, 4],"to organize or take part in a sit-in",1). c_DEF([ "sitar",1,1,1 ], "a stringed musical instrument, esp| of India, having a long neck, a rounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitar",1,1,1 ], "body, and movable frets| The main strings, three to seven in number, overlay other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitar",1,1,1 ], "sympathetic strings, the tuning depending on the raga being performed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sitcom",1,1,1 ], "an informal term for situation comedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "site",1,1,1,1 ], "the piece of land where something was, is, or is intended to be located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "site",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "site",1,2,1 ], "to locate, place, or install (something) in a specific place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitella",1,1,1 ], "any of various small generally black and white birds of the genus Neositta," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitella",1,1,1 ], "having a straight sharp beak and strong claws used to run up trees in search of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitella",1,1,1 ], "insects: family Sittidae (nuthatches)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sitfast",1,1,1 ], "a sore on a horse's back caused by rubbing of the saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sith",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitka spruce",1,1,1 ], "a tall North American spruce tree, Picea sitchensis, having yellowish-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitka spruce",1,1,1 ], "needle-like leaves: yields valuable timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of food, diet, and nutrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitosterol",1,1,1 ], "a white powder or waxy white solid extracted from soya beans, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitosterol",1,1,1 ], "medicine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sitosterol",1,1,1 ], "mixture of isomers of the formula C29H50O with other sterols: used in cosmetics and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitter",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that sits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitter",1,1,2 ], "a person who is posing for his or her portrait to be painted, carved, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitter",1,1,3 ], "a broody hen or other bird that is sitting on its eggs to hatch them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting duck",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing in a defenceless or precarious position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting room",1,1,1 ], "a room in a private house or flat used for relaxation and entertainment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting room",1,1,1 ], "guests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitting tenant",1,1,1 ], "a tenant occupying a house, flat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting trot",1,1,1 ], "a horse's trot during which the rider sits still in the saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting",1,1,1 ], "a continuous period of being seated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting",1,1,2 ], "are limited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitting",1,1,2 ], "such a period in a restaurant, canteen, etc|, where space and other facilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting",1,1,3 ], "the act or period of posing for one's portrait to be painted, carved, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting",1,1,4 ], "a meeting, esp| of an official body, to conduct business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting",1,1,5 ], "the incubation period of a bird's eggs during which the mother sits on them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitting",1,1,5 ], "to keep them warm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "situate",1,1,1 ], "to allot a site to; place; locate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situate",1,2,1 ], "(now used esp| in legal contexts) situated; located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situation comedy",1,1,1 ], "comedy based on the humorous situations that could arise in day-to-day life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situation",1,1,1 ], "physical placement, esp| with regard to the surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situation",1,1,1,1 ], "state of affairs; combination of circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situation",1,1,1,2 ], "a complex or critical state of affairs in a novel, play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situation",1,1,2 ], "social or financial status, position, or circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situation",1,1,3 ], "a position of employment; post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situla",1,1,1 ], "a bucket-shaped container, usually of metal or pottery and often richly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situla",1,1,1 ], "decorated: typical of the N Italian Iron Age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "situla",1,2,1 ], "containers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "situla",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the type of designs usually associated with these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situs",1,1,1 ], "position or location, esp| the usual or right position of an organ or part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "situs",1,1,1 ], "the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitz bath",1,1,1 ], "a bath in which the buttocks and hips are immersed in hot water, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitz bath",1,1,1 ], "therapeutic effects, as after perineal or pelvic surgery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitzkrieg",1,1,1 ], "a period during a war in which both sides change positions very slowly or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sitzkrieg",1,1,1 ], "at all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sitzmark",1,1,1 ], "a depression in the snow where a skier has fallen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siwash" ,1, 1, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "siwash" ,1, 1, 2],"a North American Indian",1). c_DEF([ "siwash" ,1, 2, 1],"of, characteristic of, or relating to Indians",1). c_DEF([ "siwash" ,1, 2, 2],"worthless, stingy, or bad",1). c_DEF([ "siwash",1,1,1 ], "another name for Cowichan sweater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "siwash",1,2,1 ], "(in the Pacific Northwest) to camp out with only natural shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 6, VI, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,3 ], "playing card with six symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,3 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of six units, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,4 ], "six hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,4,1 ], "a shot that crosses the boundary without bouncing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,4,2 ], "the six runs scored for such a shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,5 ], "a division of a Brownie Guide or Cub Scout pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,6 ], "at sixes and sevens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,6,1 ], "in disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,6,2 ], "in a state of confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,7 ], "knock for six| Informal| to upset or overwhelm completely; stun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,1,8 ], "six of one and half a dozen of the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six",1,2,1,2 ], "set the table for six|Related prefixes: hexa-, sexi-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six-eight time",1,1,1 ], "a form of compound duple time in which there are six quaver beats to the bar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six-eight time",1,1,1 ], "indicated by the time signature '68| Often shortened to six-eight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "six-footer",1,1,1 ], "a person who is at least six feet tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six-gun",1,1,1 ], "another word for six-shooter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six-pack",1,1,1 ], "a package containing six units, esp| six cans of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "six-shooter" ,1, 1, 1],"a revolver with six chambers",1). c_DEF([ "six-yard line",1,1,1 ], "the line marking the limits of the goal area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixain",1,1,1 ], "a stanza or poem of six lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixfold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having six times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixfold",1,1,2 ], "composed of six parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixfold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to six times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixmo",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper into six leaves or twelve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixmo",1,1,1 ], "pages, each one sixth the size of the sheet| Often written: 6mo, 6 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixmo",1,1,2 ], "a book of this size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixpence",1,1,1 ], "2(new) pence, not minted since 1970" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixpence",1,1,1 ], "a small British cupronickel coin with a face value of six pennies, worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixpenny",1,1,1 ], "(of a nail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixpenny",1,1,2 ], "two inches in length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenmo",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper into 16 leaves or 32" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenmo",1,1,1 ], "pages, each one sixteenth the size of the sheet| Often written: 16mo, 16 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenmo",1,1,2 ], "a book of this size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenth note",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for semiquaver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the fifteenth in numbering or counting order, position, time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|; being the ordinal number of sixteen: often written 16th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenth",1,1,1,2 ], "the sixteenth of the month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 16 equal or nearly equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixteenth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction that is equal to one divided by 16 (1/16)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth chord",1,1,1 ], "(in classical harmony) the first inversion of the triad, in which the note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth chord",1,1,1 ], "next above the root appears in the bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixth form",1,1,1,1 ], "legal leaving age, may proceed to take A levels, retake O levels, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixth form",1,1,1,1 ], "the most senior class in a secondary school to which pupils, usually above the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth form",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth sense",1,1,1 ], "any supposed sense or means of perception, such as intuition or clairvoyance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth sense",1,1,1 ], "other than the five senses of sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the fifth and before the seventh in numbering or counting order," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,1,1,1 ], "position, time, etc|; being the ordinal number of six: often written 6th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,1,1,2 ], "the sixth to go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of six equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by six (1/6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,2,1 ], "inclusively along the diatonic scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,2,1 ], "the interval between one note and another note six notes away from it counting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,2,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,2,2,3 ], "short for sixth chord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,3,1 ], "after the fifth person, position, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixth",1,4,1 ], "as the sixth point: linking what follows to the previous statements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixtieth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of sixty in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixtieth",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc|: often written 60th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixtieth",1,1,1,2 ], "the sixtieth in a row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixtieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 60 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixtieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixtieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 60 (1/60)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and six" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 60, LX, etc|, representing sixty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty",1,1,3 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 60 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to sixty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty",1,2,1,2 ], "sixty are dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty-four thousand dollar question",1,1,1 ], "a crucial question or issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty-fourmo",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper into 64 leaves or 128" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty-fourmo",1,1,1 ], "pages, each one sixty-fourth the size of the sheet| Often written 64mo, 64 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sixty-fourmo",1,1,2 ], "a book of this size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty-fourth note",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for hemidemisemiquaver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sixty-nine",1,1,1 ], "another term for soixante-neuf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizable",1,1,1 ], "quite large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizar",1,1,1 ], "(at Peterhouse, Cambridge, and Trinity College, Dublin) an undergraduate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizar",1,1,1 ], "receiving a maintenance grant from the college" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "size up",1,1,1 ], "to make an assessment of (a person, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size up",1,1,2 ], "to conform to or make so as to conform to certain specifications of dimension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",1,1,1 ], "the dimensions, proportions, amount, or extent of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",1,1,2 ], "large or great dimensions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",1,1,3 ], "one of a series of graduated measurements, as of clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",1,1,4 ], "state of affairs as summarized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",1,2,1 ], "to sort according to size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",1,3,1 ], "to make or cut to a particular size or sizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",2,1,1 ], "a thin gelatinous mixture, made from glue, clay, or wax, that is used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "size",2,1,1 ], "sealer or filler on paper, cloth, or plaster surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "size",2,2,1 ], "to treat or coat (a surface) with size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sized",1,1,1 ], "of a specified size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizzle",1,1,1 ], "to make the hissing sound characteristic of frying fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizzle",1,1,2 ], "to be very hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizzle",1,1,3 ], "to be very angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizzle",1,2,1 ], "a hissing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizzler",1,1,1 ], "something that sizzles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sizzler",1,1,2 ], "a very hot day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sjambok (in South Africa)" ,1, 1, 2],"a heavy whip of rhinoceros or hippopotamus hide",1). c_DEF([ "sjambok (in South Africa)" ,1, 2, 1],"to strike or beat with such a whip",1). c_DEF([ "skald",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Scandinavia) a bard or minstrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skat",1,1,1 ], "a three-handed card game using 32 cards, popular in German-speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skat",1,1,1 ], "communities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skate over",1,1,1 ], "to cross on or as if on skates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate over",1,1,2 ], "to avoid dealing with (a matter) fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,1,1 ], "the steel blade or runner of an ice skate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,1,2 ], "such a blade fitted with straps for fastening to a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,1,3 ], "a current collector on an electric railway train that collects its current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,1,3 ], "from a third rail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,1,4 ], "get one's skates on| to hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,2,1 ], "to glide swiftly on skates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,2,2 ], "to slide smoothly over a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",1,2,3 ], "skate on thin ice| to place oneself in a dangerous or delicate situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",2,1,1 ], "any large ray of the family Rajidae, of temperate and tropical seas, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skate",2,1,1 ], "flat pectoral fins continuous with the head, two dorsal fins, a short spineless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skate",2,1,1 ], "tail, and a long snout" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "skate",3,1,1 ], "a person; fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skateboard",1,1,1 ], "a plank mounted on roller-skate wheels, usually ridden while standing up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skateboard",1,2,1 ], "to ride on a skateboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skatepark",1,1,1 ], "an area for skateboarding, esp| one provided with bowls, pipes, and ramps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skater",1,1,1 ], "a person who skates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skatole",1,1,1 ], "a white or brownish crystalline solid with a strong faecal odour, found in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skatole",1,1,1 ], "faeces, beetroot, and coal tar; B-methylindole| Formula: C9H9N" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skean",1,1,1 ], "a kind of double-edged dagger formerly used in Ireland and Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skedaddle",1,1,1 ], "to run off hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skedaddle",1,2,1 ], "a hasty retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeet",1,1,1 ], "a form of clay-pigeon shooting in which targets are hurled from two traps at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeet",1,1,1 ], "varying speeds and angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skeg",1,1,1 ], "a reinforcing brace between the after end of a keel and the rudderport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeg",1,1,2 ], "a support at the bottom of a rudder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeg",1,1,3 ], "a projection from the forefoot of a vessel for towing paravanes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeg",1,1,4 ], "any short keel-like projection at the stern of a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeg",1,1,5 ], "a rear fin on the underside of a surfboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skein",1,1,1 ], "a length of yarn, etc|, wound in a long coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skein",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this, such as a lock of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skein",1,1,3 ], "a flock of geese flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeleton key",1,1,1 ], "a key with the serrated edge filed down so that it can open numerous locks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 1],"a hard framework consisting of inorganic material that supports and protects",1). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 1],"exoskeleton)",4). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 1],"internal, as in vertebrates (see endoskeleton), or external, as in arthropods (see",3). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 1],"the soft parts of an animal's body and provides attachment for muscles: may be",2). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 2],"a very thin emaciated person or animal",1). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 3],"supports or determines the shape of the rest of the structure",2). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 3],"the essential framework of any structure, such as a building or leaf, that",1). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 4],"an outline consisting of bare essentials",1). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 5],"reduced to a minimum",1). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 6],"skeleton in the cupboard or",1). c_DEF([ "skeleton" ,1, 1, 7],"a scandalous fact or event in the past that is kept secret",1). c_DEF([ "skeletonize",1,1,1 ], "to reduce to a minimum framework, number, or outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeletonize",1,1,2 ], "to create the essential framework of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelf",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelf",1,1,2 ], "a splinter of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelf",1,1,3 ], "a thin or diminutive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skellum",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelly",1,1,1 ], "a whitefish, Coregonus stigmaticus, of certain lakes in the Lake District" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelly",1,1,1 ], "to look sideways or squint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelly",1,2,1 ], "a quick look; glance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelp",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelp",1,2,1 ], "to slap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelp",1,3,1 ], "a slap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skelp",2,1,1 ], "sheet or plate metal that has been curved and welded to form a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sken",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) Northern English dialect| to squint or stare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skep",1,1,1 ], "a beehive, esp| one constructed of straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skep",1,1,2 ], "a large basket of wickerwork or straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skeptic",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of sceptic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skerrick",1,1,1 ], "and Austral| informal| a small fragment or amount (esp| in the phrase not a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skerrick",1,1,1 ], "skerrick)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skerry",1,1,1 ], "a small rocky island" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sket",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) South Wales dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sket",1,1,2 ], "to splash (water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sket",1,1,3 ], "to splash (someone with water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketch",1,1,1 ], "a rapid drawing or painting, often a study for subsequent elaboration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketch",1,1,2 ], "a brief usually descriptive and informal essay or other literary composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketch",1,1,3 ], "a short play, often comic, forming part of a revue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketch",1,1,4 ], "a short evocative piece of instrumental music, esp| for piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketch",1,1,5 ], "any brief outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketch",1,2,1 ], "to make (a rough drawing, etc|)(of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketch",1,3,1 ], "to make a brief description of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketchbook",1,1,1 ], "a book of plain paper containing sketches or for making sketches in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketchbook",1,1,2 ], "a book of literary sketches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketchy",1,1,1 ], "sketchier, sketchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketchy",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of a sketch; existing only in outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sketchy",1,1,3 ], "superficial or slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew arch",1,1,1 ], "an arch or vault, esp| one used in a bridge or tunnel, that is set at an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew arch",1,1,1 ], "oblique angle to the span" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,1,1 ], "placed in or turning into an oblique position or course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,1,2 ], "having a component that is at an angle to the main axis of an assembly or is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,1,2 ], "in some other way asymmetrical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,1,3 ], "composed of or being elements that are neither parallel nor intersecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,1,4 ], "(of a statistical distribution) not having equal probabilities above and below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,1,4 ], "the mean; non-normal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,1,5 ], "distorted or biased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,2,1 ], "an oblique, slanting, or indirect course or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,2,2 ], "dominating while the other parent tends to be meekly compliant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,2,2 ], "the system of relationships in a family in which one parent is extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,3,1 ], "to take or cause to take an oblique course or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,4,1 ], "to look sideways; squint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,5,1 ], "to place at an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skew",1,6,1 ], "to distort or bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewback",1,1,1 ], "the sloping surface on both sides of a segmental arch that takes the thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewback",1,1,2 ], "one or more stones that provide such a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewbald",1,1,1 ], "marked or spotted in white and any colour except black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewbald",1,2,1 ], "a horse with this marking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewer",1,1,1 ], "a long pin for holding meat in position while being cooked, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewer",1,1,2 ], "a similar pin having some other function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewer",1,2,1 ], "to drive a skewer through or fasten with a skewer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skewwhiff",1,1,1 ], "not straight; askew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ski lift",1,1,1 ], "a device for carrying skiers up a slope, usually consisting of seats suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ski lift",1,1,1 ], "from a moving cable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ski pants",1,1,1 ], "trousers worn for skiing, usually of stretch material and kept taut by a strap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ski pants",1,1,1 ], "under the foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ski run",1,1,1 ], "a trail, slope, or course for skiing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ski stick",1,1,1 ], "a stick, usually with a metal point and a disc to prevent it from sinking into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ski stick",1,1,1 ], "the snow, used by skiers to gain momentum and maintain balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ski tow",1,1,1 ], "a device for pulling skiers uphill, usually a motor-driven rope grasped by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ski tow",1,1,1 ], "skier while riding on his skis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"landing gear for aircraft, etc",3). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"one of a pair of wood, metal, or plastic runners that are used for gliding",1). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"over snow| Skis are commonly attached to shoes for sport, but may also be used as",2). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 1, 2],"a water-ski",1). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 2, 1],"to travel on skis",1). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 4, 1],"ski jump",1). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 5, 1],"a high ramp overhanging a slope from which skiers compete to make the longest",1). c_DEF([ "ski" ,1, 5, 1],"jump",2). c_DEF([ "skiamachy",1,1,1 ], "a variant of sciamachy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiascope",1,1,1 ], "a medical instrument for examining the eye to detect errors of refraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiascopy",1,1,1 ], "another name for retinoscopy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skibob",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle made of two short skis, the forward one having a steering handle and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skibob",1,1,1 ], "the rear one supporting a low seat, for gliding down snow slopes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skid road",1,1,1 ], "a track made of a set of logs laid transversely on which freshly cut timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid road",1,1,1 ], "can be hauled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skid road",1,1,1,1 ], "(in W North America)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid road",1,1,2 ], "the part of a town frequented by loggers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid road",1,1,2,2 ], "another term for skid row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid row",1,1,1 ], "a dilapidated section of a city inhabited by vagrants, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a vehicle) to slide sideways or (of a vehicle) to slide sideways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,1,1 ], "while in motion, esp| out of control" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,2,1 ], "braking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,2,1 ], "to slide without revolving, as the wheel of a moving vehicle after sudden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,3,1 ], "to put or haul on a skid, esp| along a special track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,3,2 ], "insufficiently banked or (of an aircraft) to slide in this manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,3,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to slide sideways away from the centre of a turn when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,4,1 ], "an instance of sliding, esp| sideways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,4,2 ], "one of the legs forming a skidway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,4,3 ], "a support on which heavy objects may be stored and moved short distances by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,4,3 ], "sliding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,4,4 ], "a shoe or drag used to apply pressure to the metal rim of a wheel to act as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skid",1,4,4 ], "brake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skidlid",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for crash helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skidpan",1,1,1 ], "an area made slippery so that vehicle drivers can practise controlling skids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skidproof",1,1,1 ], "(of a road surface, tyre, etc|) preventing or resistant to skidding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skidway",1,1,1 ], "a platform on which logs ready for sawing are piled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skidway",1,1,2 ], "a track made of logs for rolling objects along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skied",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skied",2,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of ski" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiff",1,1,1 ], "any of various small boats propelled by oars, sail, or motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiffle",1,1,1 ], "a style of popular music of the 1950s, played chiefly on guitars and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiffle",1,1,1 ], "improvised percussion instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skiffle",2,1,1 ], "a drizzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skijoring",1,1,1 ], "a sport in which a skier is pulled over snow or ice, usually by a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skilful",1,1,1 ], "possessing or displaying accomplishment or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skilful",1,1,2 ], "involving or requiring accomplishment or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skill",1,1,1 ], "special ability in a task, sport, etc|, esp| ability acquired by training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skill",1,1,2 ], "proficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skill",1,1,2 ], "something, esp| a trade or technique, requiring special training or manual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skill",1,1,3 ], "understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skilled",1,1,1 ], "possessing or demonstrating accomplishment, skill, or special training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skilled",1,1,2 ], "involving skill or special training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skillet",1,1,1 ], "a small frying pan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skillet",1,1,2 ], "a saucepan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skilling",1,1,1 ], "a former Scandinavian coin of low denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skillion",1,1,1,1 ], "a part of a building having a lower, esp| sloping, roof; lean-to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skillion",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skilly",1,1,1 ], "a thin soup or gruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim milk",1,1,1 ], "milk from which the cream has been removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim off",1,1,1 ], "to take the best part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,1,1 ], "to remove floating material from the surface of (a liquid), as with a spoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,1,2 ], "to glide smoothly or lightly over (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,2,1 ], "to throw (something) in a path over a surface, so as to bounce or ricochet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by through) to read (a book) in a superficial or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,2,2 ], "cursory manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,2,3 ], "to cover (a liquid) with a thin layer or (of liquid) to become coated in this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,2,3 ], "way, as with ice, scum, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,3,1 ], "the act or process of skimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,3,2 ], "material skimmed off a liquid, esp| off milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,3,3 ], "the liquid left after skimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skim",1,3,4 ], "any thin layer covering a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimble-scamble",1,1,1 ], "rambling; confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimble-scamble",1,2,1 ], "meaningless discourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimmer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that skims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimmer",1,1,2 ], "any of several mainly tropical coastal aquatic birds of the genus Rynchops," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimmer",1,1,2 ], "from the surface of the water: family Rhychopidae, order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "skimmer",1,1,2 ], "having long narrow wings and a bill with an elongated lower mandible for skimming food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skimmer",1,1,3 ], "a flat perforated spoon used for skimming fat from liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimmia",1,1,1 ], "any rutaceous shrub of the S and SE Asian genus Skimmia, grown for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimmia",1,1,1 ], "ornamental red berries and evergreen foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skimmings",1,1,1 ], "material that is skimmed off a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimmings",1,1,2 ], "the froth containing concentrated ore, removed during a flotation process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimmings",1,1,3 ], "slag, scum, or impurities removed from molten metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimp",1,1,1 ], "to be extremely sparing or supply (someone) sparingly; stint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimp",1,1,2 ], "to perform (work, etc|) carelessly, hastily, or with inadequate materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimpy",1,1,1 ], "skimpier, skimpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimpy",1,1,2 ], "made of too little material; scanty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skimpy",1,1,3 ], "excessively thrifty; mean; stingy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin diving",1,1,1 ], "the sport or activity of underwater swimming using breathing apparatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin effect",1,1,1 ], "conductor, esp| at high frequencies, thus increasing its effective resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skin effect",1,1,1 ], "the tendency of alternating current to concentrate in the surface layer of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin flick",1,1,1 ], "a film containing much nudity and explicit sex for sensational purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin food",1,1,1 ], "a cosmetic cream for keeping the skin in good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin friction",1,1,1 ], "the friction acting on a solid body when it is moving through a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin graft",1,1,1 ], "a piece of skin removed from one part of the body and surgically grafted at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin graft",1,1,1 ], "the site of a severe burn or similar injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skin test",1,1,1 ], "a small amount of the test substance beneath the skin or rubbing it into a fresh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skin test",1,1,1 ], "any test to determine immunity to a disease or hypersensitivity by introducing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin test",1,1,1 ], "scratch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"hair, scales, feathers, etc| It is mainly protective and sensory in function",3). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the tissue forming the outer covering of the vertebrate body: it consists of",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"two layers (see dermis, epidermis),, the outermost of which may be covered with",2). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 10],"a cigarette paper used for rolling a cannabis cigarette",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 11],"by the skin of one's teeth| by a narrow margin; only just",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 12],"get under one's skin| Informal| to irritate",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 13],"jump out of one's skin| to be very startled",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 14],"no skin off one's nose| Informal| not a matter that affects one adversely",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 15],"thick ,skin| an insensitive",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 16],"(or sensitive) nature",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar covering in a plant or lower animal",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 3],"any coating or film, such as one that forms on the surface of a liquid",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 4],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 4],"unsplit leather made from the outer covering of various mammals, reptiles,",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 5],"on",2). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 5],"the outer covering of a fur-bearing animal, dressed and finished with the hair",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 6],"a container made from animal skin",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 7],"the outer covering surface of a vessel, rocket, etc",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 8],"a person's skin regarded as his life",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 1, 9],"(in jazz or pop use) a drum",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 2, 1],"to remove (the outer covering) from (fruit, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 2, 2],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 2, 2],"to scrape a small piece of skin from (a part of oneself) in falling,",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 2, 3],"(often foll| by over) to cover (something) with skin or a skinlike substance",1). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 2, 3],"or (of something) to become covered in this way",2). c_DEF([ "skin" ,1, 2, 5],"to strip of money; swindle",1). c_DEF([ "skin-deep",1,1,1 ], "superficial; shallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin-deep",1,2,1 ], "superficially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skin-pop" ,1, 1, 1],"the subcutaneous or intramuscular injection of a narcotic",1). c_DEF([ "skin-pop" ,1, 2, 2],"to take drugs in such a way",1). c_DEF([ "skinflint",1,1,1 ], "an ungenerous or niggardly person; miser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinful",1,1,1 ], "skinful)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skinful",1,1,1 ], "sufficient alcoholic drink to make one drunk (esp| in the phrase have a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinhead",1,1,1 ], "clothes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skinhead",1,1,1 ], "one of a gang of boys characterized by closely cropped hair and distinctive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skink",1,1,1 ], "any lizard of the family Scincidae, commonest in tropical Africa and Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skink",1,1,1 ], "having reduced limbs and an elongated body covered with smooth scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skinned",1,1,1 ], "stripped of the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinned",1,1,1,1 ], "having a skin as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinned",1,1,1,2 ], "thick-skinned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinned",1,1,2 ], "keep one's eyes skinned to watch carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinner",1,1,1 ], "a person who prepares or deals in animal skins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinny",1,1,2 ], "lacking in flesh; thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinny",1,1,3 ], "consisting of or resembling skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skinny-dip",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to swim in the nude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skint",1,1,1 ], "without money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skintight",1,1,1 ], "(of garments) fitting tightly over the body clinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip distance",1,1,1 ], "reception of radio waves of a specified frequency by one reflection from the ionosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skip distance",1,1,1 ], "the shortest distance between a transmitter and a receiver that will permit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip off",1,1,1 ], "to leave work, school, etc|, early or without authorization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip zone",1,1,1 ], "a region surrounding a broadcasting station that cannot receive transmissions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip zone",1,1,1 ], "either directly or by reflection off the ionosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by over, along, into, etc|) to spring or move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,1,1 ], "lightly, esp| to move by hopping from one foot to the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,2,1 ], "to jump over a skipping-rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,2,2 ], "move in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,2,2 ], "to cause (a stone, etc|) to bounce or skim over a surface or (of a stone) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,2,3 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,2,3 ], "to omit (intervening matter), as in passing from one part or subject to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,3,1 ], "to read or deal with quickly or superficially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,3,2 ], "skip it!Informal| it doesn't matter!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,3,3 ], "to miss deliberately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,4,1 ], "to leave (a place) in haste or secrecy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,5,1 ], "a skipping movement or gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,5,2 ], "the act of passing over or omitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",1,5,3 ], "another word for leap ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",2,2,1 ], "skips, skipping, skipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",2,2,2 ], "short for skipper'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",3,1,1 ], "a large open container for transporting building materials, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",3,1,2 ], "a cage used as a lift in mines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skip",4,1,1 ], "a college servant, esp| of Trinity College, Dublin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipjack",1,1,1 ], "an important food fish, Katsuwonus pelamis, that has a striped abdomen and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipjack",1,1,1 ], "occurs in all tropical seas: family Scombridae (mackerels and tunas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skipjack",1,1,2 ], "black skipjack| a small spotted tuna, Euthynnus yaito, of Indo-Pacific seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipjack",1,1,3 ], "any of several other unrelated fishes, such as the alewife and bonito" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipjack",1,1,4 ], "an American sloop used for oystering and as a yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipjack",1,1,5 ], "another name for a click beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiplane",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft fitted with skis to enable it to land on and take off from snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",1,1,1 ], "the captain of any vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",1,1,2 ], "the captain of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",1,1,3 ], "a manager or leader, as of a sporting team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",1,2,1 ], "to act as skipper (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that skips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",2,1,2 ], "and erratic darting flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",2,1,2 ], "any small butterfly of the family Hesperiidae, having a hairy mothlike body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipper",2,1,3 ], "another name for the saury (a fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skippet",1,1,1 ], "a small round box for preserving a document or seal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipping-rope",1,1,1 ], "a cord, usually having handles at each end, that is held in the hands and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skipping-rope",1,1,1 ], "swung round and down so that the holder or others can jump over it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skirl",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirl",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a bagpipe) to emit a shrill sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirl",1,1,3 ], "to play the bagpipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirl",1,2,1 ], "the sound of a bagpipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirmish",1,1,1 ], "a minor short-lived military engagement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirmish",1,1,2 ], "any brisk clash or encounter, usually of a minor nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirmish",1,2,1 ], "to engage in a skirmish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirr",1,1,1 ], "to move, run, or fly rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirr",1,2,1 ], "to move rapidly over (an area, etc|), esp| in order to find or apprehend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirr",1,3,1 ], "a whirring or grating sound, as of the wings of birds in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirret",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous Old World plant, Sium sisarum, cultivated in parts of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirret",1,1,1 ], "for its edible tuberous roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,1,1 ], "a garment hanging from the waist, worn chiefly by women and girls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,1,2 ], "the part of a dress below the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,1,3 ], "a frieze or circular flap, as round the base of a hovercraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,1,4 ], "the flaps on a saddle that protect a rider's legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,1,5 ], "a cut of beef from the flank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,1,6 ], "a margin or outlying area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,1,7 ], "bit of skirt| Slang| a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,2,1 ], "to form the edge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,3,1 ], "to provide with a border" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by around, along, etc|) to pass (by) or be situated (near)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,3,2 ], "the outer edge of (an area, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,4,1 ], "to avoid (a difficulty, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirt",1,4,2 ], "to remove the trimmings or inferior wool from (a fleece)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirter",1,1,1 ], "a man who skirts fleeces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirting board",1,1,1 ], "a skirting made of wood| U|S| names: baseboard, mopboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirting",1,1,1 ], "a border, esp| of wood or tiles, fixed round the base of an interior wall to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skirting",1,1,1 ], "protect it from kicks, dirt, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skirting",1,1,2 ], "material used or suitable for skirts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skit",1,1,1 ], "a brief satirical theatrical sketch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skit",1,1,2 ], "a short satirical piece of writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skit",1,1,3 ], "a trick or hoax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skite",1,1,1 ], "to boast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skite",1,2,1 ], "boastful talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skite",1,2,2 ], "a person who boasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skitter",1,1,1 ], "to move or run rapidly or lightly; scamper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skitter",1,1,2 ], "to skim or cause to skim lightly and rapidly, as across the surface of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skitter",1,2,1 ], "to draw a bait lightly over the surface of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skittish",1,1,1 ], "playful, lively, or frivolous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skittish",1,1,2 ], "difficult to handle or predict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skittish",1,1,3 ], "coy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skittle out",1,1,1 ], "to dismiss (batsmen) quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skittle",1,1,1 ], "a wooden or plastic pin, typically widest just above the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skittle",1,1,2 ], "a bowling game in which players knock over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skittle",1,1,2 ], "as many skittles as possible by rolling a wooden ball at them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skittle",1,1,3 ], "beer and skittles| Slang| an easy time; amusement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skive",1,1,1 ], "to shave or remove the surface of (leather)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skive",2,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skive",2,1,2 ], "to evade (work or responsibility)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiver",1,1,1 ], "the tanned outer layer split from a skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiver",1,1,2 ], "a person, tool, or machine used in skiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skiver",2,1,1 ], "a person who persistently avoids work or responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skivvy" ,1, 1, 1],"a servant, esp| a female, who does menial work of all kinds; drudge",1). c_DEF([ "skivvy" ,1, 2, 2],"to work as a skivvy",1). c_DEF([ "skoal",1,1,1 ], "good health!(a drinking toast)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skokiaan",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa) a potent alcoholic beverage drunk by Black Africans in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skokiaan",1,1,1 ], "shebeens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skolly",1,1,1 ], "a Coloured hooligan, usually one of a gang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skua",1,1,1 ], "any predatory aquatic gull-like bird, such as Stercorarius parasiticus , of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skua",1,1,1 ], "tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "skua",1,1,1 ], "the family Stercorariidae, order Charadriiformes, having a dark plumage and long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skulduggery",1,1,1 ], "underhand dealing; trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skulk",1,1,1 ], "to move stealthily so as to avoid notice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skulk",1,1,2 ], "to lie in hiding; lurk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skulk",1,1,3 ], "to shirk duty or evade responsibilities; malinger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skulk",1,2,1 ], "a person who skulks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skulk",1,2,2 ], "a pack of foxes or other animals that creep about stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skull and crossbones",1,1,1 ], "a picture of the human skull above two crossed thigh bones, formerly on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skull and crossbones",1,1,1 ], "pirate flag, now used as a warning of danger or death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skull",1,1,1 ], "the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skull",1,1,2 ], "the head regarded as the mind or intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skull",1,1,3 ], "a picture of a skull used to represent death or danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skullcap",1,1,1 ], "a rounded brimless hat fitting the crown of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skullcap",1,1,2 ], "the nontechnical name for calvaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skullcap",1,1,3 ], "any of various perennial plants of the genus Scutellaria, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skullcap",1,1,3 ], "galericulata, that typically have helmet-shaped flowers: family Labiatae (labiates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skunk cabbage",1,1,1 ], "America, having broad leaves and minute flowers enclosed in a mottled greenish or purple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skunk cabbage",1,1,1 ], "a low-growing fetid aroid swamp plant, Symplocarpus foetidus of E North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skunk cabbage",1,1,1 ], "spathe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "skunk cabbage",1,1,2 ], "a similar aroid plant, Lysichitum americanum, of the W coast of North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skunk cabbage",1,1,2 ], "and N Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skunk",1,1,1 ], "Mephitis mephitis , typically having a black and white coat and bushy tail: they eject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skunk",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant-smelling fluid from the anal gland when attacked" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "skunk",1,1,1 ], "any of various American musteline mammals of the subfamily Mephitinae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skunk",1,1,2 ], "a despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skunk",1,2,1 ], "to defeat overwhelmingly in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky blue",1,2,1,1 ], "a light or pale blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky blue",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky marker",1,1,1 ], "a parachute flare dropped to mark a target area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky pilot",1,1,1 ], "a chaplain in one of the military services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky wave",1,1,1 ], "a radio wave reflected back to the earth by the ionosphere (ionospheric wave)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky wave",1,1,1 ], "or by a communications satellite, permitting transmission around the curved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sky wave",1,1,1 ], "surface of the earth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 1, 1],"characteristically blue or grey during the day, red in the evening, and black at night",2). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 1, 1],"the apparently dome-shaped expanse extending upwards from the horizon that is",1). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 1, 2],"outer space, as seen from the earth",1). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 1, 3],"weather, as described by the appearance of the upper air",1). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 1, 4],"the source of divine power; heaven",1). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 1, 5],"the highest level of attainment",1). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 1, 6],"to the skies| highly; extravagantly",1). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 2, 1],"to lift (the blade of an oar) too high before a stroke",1). c_DEF([ "sky" ,1, 2, 3],"to hit (a ball) high in the air",1). c_DEF([ "sky-blue pink",1,2,1 ], "a jocular name for a nonexistent, unknown, or unimportant colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky-high",1,2,1 ], "at or to an unprecedented or excessive level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky-high",1,3,1 ], "high into the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sky-high",1,3,2 ], "blow sky-high| to destroy completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skydive",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to take part in skydiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skydiving",1,1,1 ], "before opening the parachute and attempt to land accurately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skydiving",1,1,1 ], "the sport of parachute jumping, in which participants perform manoeuvres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyjack",1,1,1 ], "to commandeer an aircraft, usually with a gun during flight, forcing the pilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyjack",1,1,1 ], "to fly somewhere other than to its scheduled destination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skylark",1,1,1 ], "an Old World lark, Alauda arvensis, noted for singing while hovering at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skylark",1,1,1 ], "great height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skylark",1,2,1 ], "to romp or play jokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skylight",1,1,1 ], "a window placed in a roof or ceiling to admit daylight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyline",1,1,1 ], "the line at which the earth and sky appear to meet; horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyline",1,1,2 ], "the outline of buildings, mountains, trees, etc|, seen against the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyrocket",1,1,1 ], "another word for rocket ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyrocket",1,2,1 ], "to rise rapidly, as in price|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skysail",1,1,1 ], "a square sail set above the royal on a square-rigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skysail",1,1,2 ], "a triangular sail set between the trucks of a racing schooner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyscape",1,1,1 ], "a painting, drawing, photograph, etc|, representing or depicting the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyscraper",1,1,1 ], "a very tall multistorey building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyward",1,1,1 ], "directed or moving towards the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skyward",1,2,1 ], "towards the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skywriting",1,1,1 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "skywriting",1,1,1 ], "the forming of words in the sky by the release of smoke or vapour from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "skywriting",1,1,2 ], "the words so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sk|",1,1,1 ], "sack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sl",1,1,1 ], "a drinking toast; cheers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 1, 1],"a broad flat thick piece of wood, stone, or other material",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 1, 2],"a thick slice of cake, etc",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 1, 3],"any of the outside parts of a log that are sawn off while the log is being",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 1, 3],"made into planks",2). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 1, 4],"a printer's ink table",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 1, 5],"made or constructed of coarse wooden planks",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 1, 6],"an operating or mortuary table",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 3, 1],"to cut or make into a slab or slabs",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 3, 2],"to cover or lay with slabs",1). c_DEF([ "slab" ,1, 3, 3],"to saw slabs from (a log)",1). c_DEF([ "slabber",1,2,1 ], "a dialect word for slobber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack suit",1,1,1 ], "casual male dress consisting of slacks and a matching shirt or jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack water",1,1,1 ], "the period of still water around the turn of the tide, esp| at low tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,1,1 ], "not tight, tense, or taut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,1,2 ], "negligent or careless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of water, etc|) moving slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,1,4 ], "(of trade, etc|) not busy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,1,5 ], "another term for lax ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,2,1 ], "in a slack manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,3,1 ], "a part of a rope, etc|, that is slack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,3,2 ], "a period of decreased activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,3,2,1 ], "a patch of water without current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,3,2,2 ], "a slackening of a current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,3,3 ], "(in sprung rhythm) the unstressed syllable or syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,4,1 ], "to neglect (one's duty, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by off) to loosen; to make slack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",1,4,3 ], "a less common word for slake ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",2,1,1 ], "small pieces of coal with a high ash content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",3,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",3,1,2 ], "a small valley or depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slack",3,1,3 ], "a boggy hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slacken",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by off) to make or become looser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slacken",1,1,2 ], "to make or become slower, less intense, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slacker",1,1,1 ], "a person who evades work or duty; shirker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slacks",1,1,1 ], "informal trousers worn by both sexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slag down",1,1,1 ], "to give a verbal lashing to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slag heap",1,1,1 ], "a hillock of waste matter from coal-mining, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 1, 1],"combining the flux with gangue, impurities in the metal, etc| It usually consists of a",2). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 1, 1],"mixture of silicates with calcium, phosphorus, sulphur, etc",3). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 1, 1],"the fused material formed during the smelting or refining of metals by",1). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 1, 2],"the mass of rough fragments of rock derived from volcanic lava; scoria",1). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 1, 3],"a mixture of shale, clay, coal dust, and other mineral waste produced during",1). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 1, 3],"coal-mining",2). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 1, 4],"a coarse or dissipated girl or woman",1). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 2, 1],"to convert into or become slag",1). c_DEF([ "slag" ,1, 2, 2],"to spit",1). c_DEF([ "slain",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of slay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaister",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect| a confused mess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slake",1,1,1 ], "to satisfy (thirst, desire, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slake",1,2,1 ], "to cool or refresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slake",1,2,2 ], "moist air to produce calcium hydroxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slake",1,2,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo the process in which lime reacts with water or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slake",1,2,3 ], "to make or become less active or intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaked lime",1,1,1 ], "another name for calcium hydroxide, esp| when made by adding water to calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaked lime",1,1,1 ], "oxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slalom",1,1,1 ], "a race, esp| one downhill, over a winding course marked by artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slalom",1,1,1 ], "obstacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slalom",1,2,1 ], "to take part in a slalom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,1,1 ], "etc|) to close in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a door or window) to close noisily and with force or (of a door," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,2,1 ], "to throw (something) down noisily and violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,3,1 ], "to criticize harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,4,1 ], "to go (into or out of a room, etc|) in violent haste or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,5,1 ], "to strike with violent force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,6,1 ], "to defeat easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,7,1 ], "the act or noise of slamming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",1,7,2 ], "harsh criticism or abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",2,1,1,1 ], "13 tricks at bridge or whist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slam",2,1,1,1 ], "the winning of all (grand slam) or all but one (little or small slam) of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",2,1,1,2 ], "the bid to do so in bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam",2,1,2 ], "an old card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam-bang",1,1,1 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for slap-bang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slam-bang",1,1,2 ], "carelessly; recklessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slander",1,1,1,1 ], "defamation in some transient form, as by spoken words, gestures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slander",1,1,1,2 ], "a slanderous statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slander",1,1,2 ], "any false or defamatory words spoken about a person; calumny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slander",1,2,1 ], "to utter or circulate slander (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slang",1,1,1,1 ], "and is characteristically more metaphorical and transitory than standard language" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "slang",1,1,1,1 ], "language or to formal contexts, may be restricted as to social status or distribution," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slang",1,1,1,1 ], "vocabulary, idiom, etc|, that is not appropriate to the standard form of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slang",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slang",1,1,2 ], "another word for jargon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slang",1,2,1 ], "to abuse (someone) with vituperative language; insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slanging match",1,1,1 ], "a dispute in which insults and accusations are made by each party against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slanging match",1,1,1 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slant rhyme",1,1,1 ], "another term for half-rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,1,1 ], "to incline or be inclined at an oblique or sloping angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,1,2 ], "to write or present (news, etc|) with a bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,2,1 ], "(of a person''s opinions) to be biased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,3,1 ], "an inclined or oblique line or direction; slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,3,2 ], "a way of looking at something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,3,3 ], "a bias or opinion, as in an article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,3,4 ], "a less technical name for solidus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,3,5 ], "on a slant| sloping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slant",1,4,1 ], "oblique, sloping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slantwise",1,2,1 ], "in a slanting or oblique direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slap down",1,1,1 ], "to rebuke sharply, as for impertinence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 1, 1],"a sharp blow or smack, as with the open hand, something flat, etc",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 1, 2],"the sound made by or as if by such a blow",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 1, 3],"a sharp rebuke; reprimand",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 1, 4],"(a bit of)",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 1, 5],"slap and tickle| Brit| informal| sexual play",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 1, 6],"a slap in the face| an insult or rebuff",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 1, 7],"a slap on the back| congratulation",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 1],"something flat",2). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 1],"to strike (a person or thing) sharply, as with the open hand or",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 2],"to bring down (the hand, something flat, etc|) sharply",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 3],"(when intr|, usually foll| by against) to strike (something) with or as if",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 3],"with a slap",2). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) Informal, chiefly Brit",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 5],"to apply in large quantities, haphazardly, etc",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 6],"slap on the back",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 2, 7],"to congratulate",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 3, 2],"exactly; directly",1). c_DEF([ "slap" ,1, 3, 3],"forcibly or abruptly",1). c_DEF([ "slap-bang",1,1,1 ], "in a violent, sudden, or noisy manner| U|S| equivalent: slam-bang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slap-bang",1,1,2 ], "directly or immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slap-up",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of meals) lavish excellent first-class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapdash",1,2,1 ], "in a careless, hasty, or haphazard manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapdash",1,3,1 ], "slapdash activity or work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapdash",1,3,2 ], "another name for roughcast ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaphappy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaphappy",1,1,2 ], "cheerfully irresponsible or careless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaphappy",1,1,3 ], "dazed or giddy from or as if from repeated blows; punch-drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapjack",1,1,1 ], "a simple card game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapjack",1,1,2 ], "another word for pancake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapshot",1,1,1 ], "a fast shot impelled by a short but powerful swing of the stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapstick",1,1,1,1 ], "comedy characterized by horseplay and physical action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapstick",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapstick",1,1,2 ], "a flexible pair of paddles bound together at one end, formerly used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slapstick",1,1,2 ], "pantomime to strike a blow to a person with a loud clapping sound but without injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slash pocket",1,1,1 ], "a pocket in which the opening is a slit in the seam of a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,1 ], "sword, knife, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,1 ], "to cut or lay about (a person or thing) with sharp sweeping strokes, as with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,2 ], "to lash with a whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,3 ], "to make large gashes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,4 ], "to reduce (prices, etc|) drastically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,5 ], "to criticize harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,6 ], "revealed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,1,6 ], "to slit (the outer fabric of a garment) so that the lining material is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,1 ], "a sharp, sweeping stroke, as with a sword or whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,2 ], "a cut or rent made by such a stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,3 ], "a decorative slit in a garment revealing the lining material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,3,1 ], "down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,3,1 ], "littered wood chips and broken branches that remain after trees have been cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,3,2 ], "an area so littered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,4 ], "another name for solidus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slash",1,2,5 ], "the act of urinating (esp| in the phrase have a slash)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slashing",1,1,1 ], "aggressively or harshly critical (esp| in the phrase slashing attack)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slat" ,1, 1, 1],"a narrow thin strip of wood or metal, as used in a Venetian blind, etc",1). c_DEF([ "slat" ,1, 1, 2],"a movable or fixed auxiliary aerofoil attached to the leading edge of an",1). c_DEF([ "slat" ,1, 1, 2],"aircraft wing to increase lift, esp| during landing and takeoff",2). c_DEF([ "slat" ,1, 2, 1],"to provide with slats",1). c_DEF([ "slat",2,1,1 ], "to throw violently; fling carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slat",2,1,2 ], "to flap violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slat",2,2,1 ], "a sudden blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,1,1 ], "a smooth fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,1,1 ], "is used as a roofing and paving material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,2 ], "a roofing tile of slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a writing tablet of slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,4 ], "a dark grey colour, often with a purplish or bluish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,5 ], "a list of candidates in an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,6 ], "clean slate| a record without dishonour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,7 ], "on the slate| Brit| informal| on credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,8 ], "differences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,1,8 ], "wipe the slate clean| Informal| to make a fresh start, esp| by forgetting past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,2,1 ], "to cover (a roof) with slates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,2,2 ], "to enter (a person's name) on a list, esp| on a political slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,2,3 ], "to choose or destine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",1,3,1 ], "of the colour slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",2,1,1 ], "to criticize harshly; censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slate",2,1,2 ], "to punish or defeat severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slater",1,1,1 ], "a person trained in laying roof slates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slater",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for woodlouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slather",1,1,1 ], "a large quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slather",1,1,2 ], "open slather| Austral| and N|Z| slang| a situation in which there are no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slather",1,1,2 ], "restrictions; free-for-all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slather",1,2,1 ], "to squander or waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slather",1,2,2 ], "to spread thickly or lavishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slating",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of laying slates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slating",1,1,2 ], "slates collectively, or material for making slates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slating",2,1,1 ], "a severe reprimand or critical attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slattern",1,1,1 ], "a slovenly woman or girl; slut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaty",1,1,1 ], "slatier, slatiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaty",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or resembling slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaty",1,1,3 ], "having the colour of slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,1,1 ], "the killing of animals, esp| for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,1,2 ], "the savage killing of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,1,3 ], "massacre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,1,3 ], "the indiscriminate or brutal killing of large numbers of people, as in war;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,1,4 ], "a resounding defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,2,1 ], "to kill (animals), esp| for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,2,2 ], "to kill in a brutal manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,2,3 ], "to kill indiscriminately or in large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughter",1,2,4 ], "to defeat resoundingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughterhouse",1,1,1 ], "a place where animals are butchered for food; abattoir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaughterman",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to kill animals in a slaughterhouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave ant",1,1,1 ], "a colony of ants of another species (slave-making ants)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slave ant",1,1,1 ], "any of various ants, esp| Formica fusca, captured and forced to do the work of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave cylinder",1,1,1 ], "a small cylinder containing a piston that operates the brake shoes or pads in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave cylinder",1,1,1 ], "hydraulic brakes or the working part in any other hydraulically operated system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slave ship",1,1,1 ], "a ship used to transport slaves, esp| formerly from Africa to the New World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave trade",1,1,1 ], "the business of trading in slaves, esp| the transportation of Black Africans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave trade",1,1,1 ], "to America from the 16th to 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,1 ], "a person legally owned by another and having no freedom of action or right to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,2 ], "a person who is forced to work for another against his will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,3 ], "a person under the domination of another person or some habit or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,4 ], "a person who works in harsh conditions for low pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,4,1 ], "a device that is controlled by or that duplicates the action of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,4,1 ], "similar device (the master device)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,2,1 ], "to work like a slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave",1,2,2 ], "an archaic word for enslave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave-driver",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a person forcing slaves to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slave-driver",1,1,2 ], "an employer who demands excessively hard work from his employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaveholder",1,1,1 ], "a person who owns slaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",1,1,1 ], "an owner of or dealer in slaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",1,1,2 ], "another name for slave ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",2,1,1 ], "to dribble saliva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",2,1,2 ], "(often foll| by over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",2,1,2,1 ], "to fawn or drool (over someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",2,1,2,2 ], "to show great desire (for); lust (after)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",2,2,1 ], "saliva dribbling from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slaver",2,2,2 ], "drivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavery",1,1,1 ], "person has absolute power over another and controls his life, liberty, and fortune" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slavery",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being a slave; a civil relationship whereby one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavery",1,1,2 ], "the subjection of a person to another person, esp| in being forced into work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavery",1,1,3 ], "the condition of being subject to some influence or habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavery",1,1,4 ], "work done in harsh conditions for low pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavey",1,1,1 ], "a female servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavish",1,1,1 ], "of or befitting a slave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavish",1,1,2 ], "being or resembling a slave; servile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavish",1,1,3 ], "unoriginal; imitative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavish",1,1,4 ], "ignoble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavocracy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S| before the Civil War) slaveholders as a dominant class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slavocracy",1,1,2 ], "domination by slaveholders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slav|" ,1, 1, 1],"Slavonic or",1). c_DEF([ "slav|" ,1, 1, 2],"lavi",1). c_DEF([ "slaw",1,1,1 ], "short for coleslaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slay",1,1,2 ], "to kill, esp| violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slay",1,1,3 ], "to impress (someone of the opposite sex)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slay",1,1,4 ], "to strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sld|",1,1,1 ], "sailed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sld|",1,1,2 ], "sealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleave",1,1,1 ], "a tangled thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleave",1,1,2 ], "a thin filament unravelled from a thicker thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleave",1,1,3 ], "anything matted or complicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleave",1,2,1 ], "to disentangle (twisted thread, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleazy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleazy",1,1,2 ], "sordid; disreputable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleazy",1,1,3 ], "thin or flimsy, as cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sledge" ,1, 1, 1],"a vehicle mounted on runners, drawn by horses or dogs, for transporting people",1). c_DEF([ "sledge" ,1, 1, 1],"or goods, esp| over snow",2). c_DEF([ "sledge" ,1, 1, 2],"a light wooden frame used, esp| by children, for sliding over snow; toboggan",1). c_DEF([ "sledge" ,1, 2, 1],"to convey or travel by sledge",1). c_DEF([ "sledge",2,1,1 ], "short for sledgehammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sledgehammer",1,1,1 ], "a large heavy hammer with a long handle used with both hands for heavy work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sledgehammer",1,1,1 ], "such as forging iron, breaking rocks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sledgehammer",1,1,2 ], "resembling the action of a sledgehammer in power, ruthlessness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sledgehammer",1,2,1 ], "to strike (something) with or as if with a sledgehammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleek",1,1,1 ], "smooth and shiny; polished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleek",1,1,2 ], "polished in speech or behaviour; unctuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleek",1,1,3 ], "(of an animal or bird) having a shiny healthy coat or feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleek",1,1,4 ], "(of a person) having a prosperous appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleek",1,2,1 ], "to make smooth and glossy, as by grooming, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleek",1,2,2 ], "(over)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleek",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by over) to cover (up), as by making more agreeable; gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleekit",1,1,1 ], "deceitful; crafty; sly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleep around",1,1,1 ], "to be sexually promiscuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleep in",1,1,1 ], "to sleep longer than usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleep in",1,1,2 ], "to sleep at the place of one's employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleep movement",1,1,1 ], "certain plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleep movement",1,1,1 ], "the folding together of leaflets, petals, etc|, that occurs at night in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleep off",1,1,1 ], "to lose by sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleep with",1,1,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse and (usually) spend the night with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 1],"a periodic state of physiological rest during which consciousness is suspended",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 1],"and metabolic rate is decreased",2). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 2],"the nontechnical name for ,nyctitropism",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 3],"a period spent sleeping",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 4],"a state of quiescence or dormancy",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 5],"a poetic or euphemistic word for ,death",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 6],"sleeping",2). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 1, 6],"the dried mucoid particles often found in the corners of the eyes after",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 10],"sleep on it",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 11],"to give (something) extended consideration, esp| overnight|~",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 1],"to be in or as in the state of sleep",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 2],"(of plants) to show nyctitropism",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 3],"to be inactive or quiescent",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 4],"to have sleeping accommodation for (a certain number)",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 6],"to pass (time) sleeping",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 7],"to fail to pay attention",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 8],"Poetic or euphemistic",1). c_DEF([ "sleep" ,1, 2, 9],"to be dead",1). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,1 ], "a person, animal, or thing that sleeps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,10 ], "a spy planted in advance for future use, but not currently active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,2 ], "a railway sleeping car or compartment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,3 ], "one of the blocks supporting the rails on a railway track| U|S| equivalent:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,3 ], "tie" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,4 ], "a heavy timber beam, esp| one that is laid horizontally on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,5 ], "a small plain gold circle worn in a pierced ear lobe to prevent the hole from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,5 ], "closing up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,6 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler presses the sides of his opponent's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,6 ], "neck, causing him to pass out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,7 ], "an unbranded calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,8 ], "any gobioid fish of the family Eleotridae, of brackish or fresh tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,8 ], "waters, resembling the gobies but lacking a ventral sucker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeper",1,1,9 ], "a person or thing that achieves unexpected success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping bag",1,1,1 ], "a large well-padded bag designed for sleeping in, esp| outdoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping car",1,1,1 ], "a railway car fitted with compartments containing bunks for people to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping car",1,1,1 ], "in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping draught",1,1,1 ], "any drink containing a drug or agent that induces sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping partner",1,1,1 ], "a partner in a business who does not play an active role, esp| one who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping partner",1,1,1 ], "supplies capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping pill",1,1,1 ], "a pill or tablet containing a sedative drug, such as a barbiturate, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping pill",1,1,1 ], "induce sleep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping policeman",1,1,1 ], "a bump built across roads, esp| in housing estates, to deter motorists from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping policeman",1,1,1 ], "speeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping sickness",1,1,1 ], "Trypanosoma, characterized by fever, wasting, and sluggishness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping sickness",1,1,1 ], "an African disease caused by infection with protozoans of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping sickness",1,1,2 ], "Technical name: encephalitis lethargica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeping sickness",1,1,2 ], "an epidemic viral form of encephalitis characterized by extreme drowsiness|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepless",1,1,1 ], "without sleep or rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepless",1,1,2 ], "unable to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepless",1,1,3 ], "always watchful or alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepless",1,1,4 ], "always active or moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeps" ,1, 1, 1],"(esp| of a tramp) to sleep in the open air",1). c_DEF([ "sleeps" ,1, 1, 2],"to sleep away from the place of work",1). c_DEF([ "sleeps" ,1, 2, 2],"an area of a verandah that has been glassed in or partitioned off so that it",1). c_DEF([ "sleeps" ,1, 2, 2],"may be used as a bedroom",2). c_DEF([ "sleepwalk",1,1,1 ], "to walk while asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepy",1,1,1 ], "sleepier, sleepiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepy",1,1,2 ], "inclined to or needing sleep; drowsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepy",1,1,3 ], "characterized by or exhibiting drowsiness, sluggishness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepy",1,1,4 ], "conducive to sleep; soporific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepy",1,1,5 ], "without activity or bustle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleepyhead",1,1,1 ], "a sleepy or lazy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleet",1,1,1 ], "partly melted falling snow or hail or (esp| U|S|) partly frozen rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleet",1,1,2 ], "the thin coat of ice that forms when sleet or rain freezes on cold surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleet",1,2,1 ], "to fall as sleet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve board",1,1,1 ], "a small ironing board for pressing sleeves, fitted onto an ironing board or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve board",1,1,1 ], "table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,1 ], "the part of a garment covering the arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,2 ], "a tubular piece that is forced or shrunk into a cylindrical bore to reduce the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,2 ], "diameter of the bore or to line it with a different material; liner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,3 ], "a tube fitted externally over two cylindrical parts in order to join them;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,3 ], "bush" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,4 ], "a wrapping for a gramophone record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,5 ], "(have a few tricks) up one's sleeve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,1,6 ], "(to have options, etc|) secretly ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeve",1,2,1 ], "to provide with a sleeve or sleeves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleeving",1,1,1 ], "spaghetti|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sleeving",1,1,1 ], "tubular flexible insulation into which bare wire can be inserted| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleigh",1,1,1 ], "another name for sledge ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleigh",1,2,1 ], "to travel by sleigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleight of hand",1,1,1 ], "manual dexterity used in performing conjuring tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleight of hand",1,1,2 ], "the performance of such tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleight",1,1,1 ], "skill; dexterity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleight",1,1,2 ], "a trick or stratagem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleight",1,1,3 ], "cunning; trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,1 ], "of small width relative to length or height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a person''s figure) slim and well-formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,3 ], "small or inadequate in amount, size, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,4 ], "(of hopes, etc|) having little foundation; feeble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,5 ], "very small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,6 ], "(of a sound) lacking volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,7 ], "(now only in Irish phonology) relating to or denoting a close front vowel," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,7 ], "such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slender",1,1,8 ], "i or e" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slenderize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slept",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleuth",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleuth",1,1,2 ], "short for sleuthhound ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleuth",1,2,1 ], "to track or follow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleuthhound",1,1,1 ], "a dog trained to track people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sleuthhound",1,1,2 ], "an informal word for detective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slew",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of slay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slew",2,1,1 ], "to twist or be twisted sideways, esp| awkwardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slew",2,1,2 ], "to cause (a mast) to rotate in its step or (of a mast) to rotate in its step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slew",2,2,1 ], "the act of slewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slew",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of slough ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slew",4,1,1 ], "a great number or amount; a lot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slewed",1,1,1 ], "intoxicated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice bar",1,1,1 ], "an iron bar used for raking out furnaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,1 ], "a thin flat piece cut from something having bulk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,2 ], "a share or portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,3 ], "any of various utensils having a broad flat blade and resembling a spatula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,4 ], "(in golf, tennis, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,4,1 ], "centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,4,1 ], "the flight of a ball that travels obliquely because it has been struck off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,4,2 ], "the action of hitting such a shot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,1,4,3 ], "the shot so hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,2,1 ], "to divide or cut (something) into parts or slices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by through) to cut in a clean and effortless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,2,2 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,2,3 ], "(when intr|, foll| by into or through) to move or go (through something) like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,2,3 ], "a knife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,2,4 ], "(usually foll| by off, from, away, etc|) to cut or be cut (from) a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,2,4 ], "piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,3,1 ], "to remove by use of a slicing implement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,3,2 ], "to hit (a ball) with a slice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slice",1,4,1 ], "to put the blade of the oar into (the water) slantwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slicer",1,1,1 ], "a machine that slices bread, etc|, usually with an electrically driven band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slicer",1,1,1 ], "knife or circular knife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,1,1 ], "flattering and glib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,1,2 ], "adroitly devised or executed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,1,3 ], "shrewd; sly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,1,4 ], "superficially attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,1,5 ], "smooth and glossy; slippery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,2,1 ], "a slippery area, esp| a patch of oil floating on water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,2,2 ], "a chisel or other tool used for smoothing or polishing a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,2,3 ], "the tyre of a racing car that has worn treads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,3,1 ], "to make smooth or sleek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by up) to smarten or tidy (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slick",1,3,3 ], "(often foll| by up) to make smooth or glossy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slickenside",1,1,1 ], "a rock surface with a polished appearance and fine parallel scratches caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slickenside",1,1,1 ], "by displacement of the rock during a fault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slicker",1,1,1 ], "a shiny raincoat, esp| an oilskin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slicker",1,1,2 ], "a sly or untrustworthy person (esp| in the phrase city slicker)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slicker",1,1,3 ], "a small trowel used for smoothing the surfaces of a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide fastener",1,1,1 ], "another name for zip ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide over",1,1,1 ], "to cross by or as if by sliding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide over",1,1,2 ], "to avoid dealing with (a matter) fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide rule",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical calculating device consisting of two strips, one sliding along a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide rule",1,1,1 ], "central groove in the other, each strip graduated in two or more logarithmic scales of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide rule",1,1,1 ], "numbers, trigonometric functions, etc| It employs the same principles as logarithm" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "slide rule",1,1,1 ], "tables" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "slide valve",1,1,1 ], "a valve that slides across an aperture to expose the port or opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide valve",1,1,2 ], "fitted with slide valves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,1,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move smoothly along a surface in continual contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,2,1 ], "to lose grip or balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,3,1 ], "to pass or move gradually and unobtrusively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,4,1 ], "to go (into a specified condition) by degrees, unnoticeably, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,4,2 ], "(foll| by in, into, etc|) to move (an object) unobtrusively or (of an object)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,4,2 ], "to move in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,4,3 ], "deterioration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,4,3 ], "let slide| to allow to follow a natural course, esp| one leading to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,5,1 ], "to execute a portamento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of sliding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,2 ], "a smooth surface, as of ice or mud, for sliding on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,3 ], "a construction incorporating an inclined smooth slope for sliding down in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,3 ], "playgrounds, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,4 ], "a sliding seat in a boat or its runners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,5 ], "a small glass plate on which specimens are mounted for microscopical study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,6 ], "a positive photograph on a transparent base, mounted in a cardboard or plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,6 ], "frame or between glass plates, that can be viewed by means of a slide projector" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7 ], "an ornamental clip to hold hair in place|U|S| name: barrette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,1 ], "a sliding part or member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,1 ], "erosion, faulting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,1 ], "production of different harmonic series and a wider range of notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,1 ], "the downward movement of a large mass of earth, rocks, etc|, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,1 ], "the sliding curved tube of a trombone that is moved in or out to allow the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,2 ], "a portamento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,2 ], "the mass of material involved in this descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide",1,6,7,2 ], "the track, guide, or channel on or in which such a part slides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide-action",1,1,1 ], "(of a shoulder firearm) ejecting the empty case and reloading by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slide-action",1,1,1 ], "sliding lever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sliding scale",1,1,1 ], "a variable scale according to which specified wages, tariffs, prices, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliding scale",1,1,1 ], "fluctuate in response to changes in some other factor, standard, or conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sliding seat",1,1,1 ], "a seat that slides forwards and backwards with the oarsman, lengthening his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliding seat",1,1,1 ], "stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sliding",1,1,1 ], "rising or falling in accordance with given specifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliding",1,1,2 ], "regulated or moved by sliding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slier",1,1,1 ], "crafty; artful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slier",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of sly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slier",1,1,2 ], "insidious; furtive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slier",1,1,3 ], "playfully mischievous; roguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slier",1,2,1 ], "on the sly| in a secretive manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliest",1,1,1 ], "the superlative of sly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,1,1 ], "small in quantity or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,1,2 ], "of small importance; trifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,1,3 ], "slim and delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,1,4 ], "lacking in strength or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,2,1 ], "to show indifference or disregard for (someone); snub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,2,2 ], "to devote inadequate attention to (work, duties, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,2,3 ], "to treat as unimportant or trifling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slight",1,3,1 ], "an act or omission indicating supercilious neglect or indifference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slighting",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of a slight; disparaging; disdainful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slightly",1,1,1 ], "in small measure or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slily",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of slyly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slim",1,1,1 ], "slimmer, slimmest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slim",1,1,2 ], "small in width relative to height or length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slim",1,1,3 ], "small in amount or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slim",1,2,1 ], "to make or become slim, esp| by diets and exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slime mould",1,1,1 ], "another name for myxomycete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slime",1,1,1 ], "soft thin runny mud or filth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slime",1,1,2 ], "any moist viscous fluid, esp| when noxious or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slime",1,1,3 ], "a mucous substance produced by various organisms, such as fish, slugs, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slime",1,1,3 ], "fungi" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slime",1,2,1 ], "to cover with slime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slime",1,2,2 ], "to remove slime from (fish) before canning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slimsy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slimsy",1,1,2 ], "frail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slimy",1,1,1 ], "slimier, slimiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slimy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by, covered with, containing, secreting, or resembling slime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slimy",1,1,3 ], "offensive or repulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slimy",1,1,4 ], "characterized by servility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sling off",1,1,1 ], "to laugh or jeer (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 1],"a simple weapon consisting of a loop of leather, etc|, in which a stone is",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 1],"whirled and then let fly",2). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a halyard for a yard",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"the part of a yard where the sling is attached",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 2],"a rope or strap by which something may be secured or lifted",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 3],"a wide piece of cloth suspended from the neck for supporting an injured hand",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 3],"or arm across the front of the body",2). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 4],"a loop or band attached to an object for carrying",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 1, 5],"the act of slinging",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 2, 1],"to hurl with or as if with a sling",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 2, 2],"to attach a sling or slings to (a load, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 2, 3],"to carry or hang loosely from or as if from a sling",1). c_DEF([ "sling" ,1, 2, 5],"to pay a part of one's wages or profits as a bribe or tip",1). c_DEF([ "sling",2,1,1 ], "a mixed drink with a spirit base, usually sweetened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slingback",1,1,1,1 ], "a shoe with a strap instead of a full covering for the heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slingback",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slinger ring",1,1,1 ], "a tubular ring around the hub of an aircraft propeller through which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slinger ring",1,1,1 ], "antifreeze solution is spread over the propeller blades by centrifugal force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slingshot",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for catapult ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slingshot",1,1,2 ], "another name for sling ,1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slink",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slink",1,1,1 ], "to move or act in a furtive or cringing manner from or as if from fear, guilt," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slink",1,2,1 ], "to move in a sinuous alluring manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slink",1,3,1 ], "(of animals, esp| cows) to give birth to prematurely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slink",1,4,1,1 ], "an animal, esp| a calf, born prematurely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slink",1,4,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slinky",1,1,1 ], "slinkier, slinkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slinky",1,1,2 ], "moving in a sinuously graceful or provocative way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slinky",1,1,3 ], "(of clothes, etc|) figure-hugging; clinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slinky",1,1,4 ], "characterized by furtive movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip rail",1,1,1 ], "a rail in a fence that can be slipped out of place to make an opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip ring",1,1,1 ], "a metal ring, mounted on but insulated from a rotating shaft of a motor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip ring",1,1,1 ], "a winding on the shaft" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "slip ring",1,1,1 ], "generator, by means of which current can be led through stationary brushes into or out of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip road",1,1,1 ], "a relatively narrow road giving access to a motorway, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip stitch",1,1,1 ], "a sewing stitch for securing hems, etc|, in which only two or three threads of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip stitch",1,1,1 ], "invisible from the right side" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "slip stitch",1,1,1 ], "the material are caught up by the needle each time, so that the stitches are nearly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip stitch",1,2,1 ], "to join (two edges) using slip stiches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip up" ,1, 1, 1],"to make a blunder or mistake; err",1). c_DEF([ "slip up" ,1, 1, 2],"to fall over",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 1],"a narrow piece; strip",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 2],"a small piece of paper",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 3],"a part of a plant that, when detached from the parent, will grow into a new",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 3],"plant; cutting; scion",2). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 4, 1],"a long galley",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 4, 2],"a less common name for a ,galley proof",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 4],"a young slender person",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 5],"a pew or similar long narrow seat",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 1, 6],"a small piece of abrasive material of tapering section used in honing",1). c_DEF([ "slip" ,2, 2, 1],"to detach (portions of stem, etc|) from (a plant) for propagation",1). c_DEF([ "slip",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move smoothly and easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,10,1 ], "(of an intervertebral disc) to become displaced from the normal position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,11,1 ], "to dislocate (a bone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,11,2 ], "(of animals) to give birth to (offspring) prematurely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,1 ], "to pass (a stitch) from one needle to another without knitting it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,1,1 ], "to operate (the clutch of a motor vehicle) so that it partially disengages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,1,2 ], "(of the clutch of a motor vehicle) to fail to engage, esp| as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,1,2 ], "wear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,2 ], "let slip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,2,1 ], "to allow to escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,2,2 ], "to say unintentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,12,3 ], "slip one over on| Slang, chiefly U|S| to hoodwink or trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,1 ], "the act or an instance of slipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,10 ], "the relative movement of rocks along a fault plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,11 ], "part along a plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,11 ], "the deformation of a metallic crystal caused when one part glides over another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,12 ], "as the difference between its actual forward motion and its theoretical forward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,12 ], "motion in one revolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,12 ], "the deviation of a propeller from its helical path through a fluid, expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,13 ], "another name for sideslip ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,14 ], "give someone the slip| to elude or escape from someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,2 ], "a mistake or oversight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,3 ], "a moral lapse or failing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,4 ], "a woman's sleeveless undergarment, worn as a lining for and to give support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,4 ], "to a dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,5 ], "a narrow space between two piers in which vessels may dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,6 ], "a kind of dog lead that allows for the quick release of the dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,7 ], "a small whetstone, esp| one having curved edges and a tapering thickness, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,7 ], "for honing the interior edges of gauges, tools, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,8 ], "a small block of hard steel of known thickness used for measurement, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,8 ], "forming one of a set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,9 ], "subtracted from unity, esp| of a drive belt or clutch that is not transmitting full power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,9 ], "the ratio between output speed and input speed of a transmission device when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,9,1 ], "of the wicketkeeper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,9,1 ], "the position of the fielder who stands a little way behind and to the offside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,13,9,2 ], "the fielder himself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,2,1 ], "to place, insert, or convey quickly or stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,3,1 ], "to put on or take off easily or quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,4,1 ], "to lose balance and slide unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,4,2 ], "to let loose or be let loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,4,3 ], "to be released from (something); escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,5,1 ], "to let go (mooring or anchor lines) over the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,5,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by from or out of) to pass out of (the mind or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,5,2 ], "memory)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,6,1 ], "to overlook, neglect, or miss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,7,1 ], "to move or pass swiftly or unperceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,8,1 ], "to make a mistake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,8,2 ], "sideways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,8,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to slide sideways or (of an aircraft) to slide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",1,9,1 ], "to decline in health, mental ability, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip",3,1,1 ], "a ceramic piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slip",3,1,1 ], "clay mixed with water to a creamy consistency, used for decorating or patching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip-on",1,1,1 ], "(of a garment or shoe) made so as to be easily and quickly put on or off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slip-on",1,2,1 ], "a slip-on garment or shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipcase",1,1,1 ], "a protective case for a book or set of books that is open at one end so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipcase",1,1,1 ], "only the spines of the books are visible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slipcover",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for a loose cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipcover",1,1,2 ], "a book jacket; dust cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipknot",1,1,1 ], "a nooselike knot tied so that it will slip along the rope round which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipknot",1,1,1 ], "made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slipknot",1,1,2 ], "a knot that can be easily untied by pulling one free end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipnoose",1,1,1 ], "a noose made with a slipknot, so that it tightens when pulled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipover",1,2,1 ], "another word for pullover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippage",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of slipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippage",1,1,2 ], "the amount of slipping or the extent to which slipping occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippage",1,1,2,1 ], "an instance of not reaching a norm, target, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippage",1,1,2,2 ], "the extent of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippage",1,1,3 ], "the power lost in a mechanical device or system as a result of slipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipped disc",1,1,1 ], "a herniated intervertebral disc, often resulting in pain because of pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipped disc",1,1,1 ], "on the spinal nerves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slipper bath",1,1,1 ], "a bath in the shape of a slipper, with a covered end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipper bath",1,1,2 ], "an establishment where members of the public pay to have a bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipper satin",1,1,1 ], "a fine satin fabric with a mat finish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipper",1,1,1 ], "a light shoe of some soft material, for wearing around the house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipper",1,1,2 ], "a woman's evening or dancing shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipper",1,2,1 ], "to hit or beat with a slipper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipperwort",1,1,1 ], "another name for calceolaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippery dip",1,1,1 ], "a long slide at a playground or funfair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippery elm",1,1,1 ], "a tree, Ulmus fulva, of E North America, having oblong serrated leaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippery elm",1,1,1 ], "notched winged fruits, and a mucilaginous inner bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slippery elm",1,1,2 ], "the bark of this tree, used medicinally as a demulcent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippery",1,1,1 ], "causing or tending to cause objects to slip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippery",1,1,2 ], "liable to slip from the grasp, a position, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippery",1,1,3 ], "not to be relied upon; cunning and untrustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippery",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of a situation) liable to change; unstable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippy",1,1,2 ], "another word for slippery 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slippy",1,1,3 ], "alert; quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipsheet",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of paper that is interleaved between freshly printed sheets to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipsheet",1,1,1 ], "set-off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slipsheet",1,2,1 ], "to interleave (printed sheets) with slipsheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipshod",1,1,1 ], "(of an action) negligent; careless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipshod",1,1,2 ], "(of a person''s appearance) slovenly; down-at-heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipslop",1,1,1 ], "weak or unappetizing food or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipslop",1,1,2 ], "maudlin or trivial talk or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipstream",1,1,1,1 ], "the stream of air forced backwards by an aircraft propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipstream",1,1,1,2 ], "a stream of air behind any moving object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipstream",1,2,1 ], "decreased wind resistance immediately behind it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slipstream",1,2,1 ], "to follow (another car, etc|) closely in order to take advantage of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipway",1,1,1 ], "the sloping area in a shipyard, containing the ways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipway",1,1,2 ], "the ways on which a vessel is launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipway",1,1,3 ], "the ramp of a whaling factory ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slipway",1,1,4 ], "a pillow case; pillow slip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slit pocket",1,1,1 ], "a pocket on the underside of a garment, reached through a vertical opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slit trench",1,1,1 ], "a narrow trench dug for the protection of a small number of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slit",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make a straight long incision in; split open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slit",1,1,2 ], "to cut into strips lengthwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slit",1,1,3 ], "to sever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slit",1,2,1 ], "a long narrow cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slit",1,2,2 ], "a long narrow opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slither",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slither",1,1,1 ], "to move or slide or cause to move or slide unsteadily, as on a slippery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slither",1,2,1 ], "to travel with a sliding motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slither",1,3,1 ], "a slithering motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliver",1,1,1 ], "a thin piece that is cut or broken off lengthwise; splinter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliver",1,1,2 ], "a loose strand or fibre obtained by carding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliver",1,2,1 ], "to divide or be divided into splinters; split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sliver",1,3,1 ], "to form (wool, etc|) into slivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slivovitz",1,1,1 ], "a plum brandy from E Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slob ice",1,1,1 ], "sludgy masses of floating ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slob",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or coarse person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slob",1,1,2 ], "mire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slobber",1,1,1 ], "to dribble (saliva, food, etc|) from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slobber",1,2,1 ], "to speak or write mawkishly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slobber",1,3,1 ], "to smear with matter dribbling from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slobber",1,4,1 ], "liquid or saliva spilt from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slobber",1,4,2 ], "maudlin language or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloe gin",1,1,1 ], "gin flavoured with sloe juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloe",1,1,1 ], "the small sour blue-black fruit of the blackthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloe",1,1,2 ], "another name for blackthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloe-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having dark slanted or almond-shaped eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slog",1,1,1 ], "to hit with heavy blows, as in boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slog",1,2,1 ], "to work hard; toil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slog",1,3,1 ], "to move with difficulty; plod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slog",1,3,2 ], "to score freely by taking large swipes at the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slog",1,4,1 ], "a tiring hike or walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slog",1,4,2 ], "long exhausting work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slog",1,4,3 ], "a heavy blow or swipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slogan",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive or topical phrase used in politics, advertising, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slogan",1,1,2 ], "a Highland battle cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloganeer",1,1,1 ], "a person who coins or employs slogans frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloganeer",1,2,1 ], "to coin or employ slogans so as to sway opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloop of war",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a small fast sailing warship mounting some 10 to 30 small calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloop of war",1,1,1 ], "guns on one deck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sloop",1,1,1 ], "a single-masted sailing vessel, rigged fore-and-aft, with the mast stepped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloop",1,1,1 ], "about one third of the overall length aft of the bow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sloop-rigged",1,1,1 ], "rigged as a sloop, typically with a jib and a mainsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloot",1,1,1 ], "a ditch for irrigation or drainage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop around",1,1,1 ], "Also: slop about| to move around in a casual and idle way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop chest",1,1,1 ], "a stock of merchandise, such as clothing, tobacco, etc|, maintained aboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop chest",1,1,1 ], "merchant ships for sale to the crew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slop out",1,1,1 ], "(of prisoners) to empty chamber pots and collect water for washing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by about) to cause (liquid) to splash or spill or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,1,1 ], "liquid) to splash or spill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,2,1 ], "to splash liquid upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,3,1 ], "to tramp (through) mud or slush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,4,1 ], "to feed slop or swill to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,5,1 ], "to ladle or serve, esp| clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,6,1 ], "to be unpleasantly effusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,1 ], "a puddle of spilled liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,2 ], "wet feed, esp| for pigs, made from kitchen waste, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,3 ], "waste food or liquid refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,4 ], "the beer, cider, etc|, spilt from a barrel while being drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,5 ], "the residue left after spirits have been distilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,6 ], "liquid or semiliquid food of low quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,7 ], "soft mud, snow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",1,7,8 ], "gushing speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",2,1,1 ], "sailors' clothing and bedding issued from a ship's stores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",2,1,2 ], "any loose article of clothing, esp| a smock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",2,1,3 ], "men's wide knee breeches worn in the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slop",2,1,4 ], "shoddy manufactured clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,1,1 ], "to lie or cause to lie at a slanting or oblique angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of natural features) to follow an inclined course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,3,1 ], "to go furtively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,4,1 ], "to hold (a rifle) in the slope position (esp| in the command slope arms)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,1 ], "an inclined portion of ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,2 ], "hills or foothills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,3 ], "any inclined surface or line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,4 ], "the degree or amount of such inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,4,1 ], "(of a line)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,5 ], "the tangent of the angle between the line and another line parallel to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,5 ], "x-axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,5,2 ], "the first derivative of the equation of a curve at a given point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,6 ], "shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slope",1,5,6 ], "the position adopted for military drill when the rifle is rested on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy joe",1,1,1 ], "a long baggy thick sweater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of ground conditions, etc|) wet; slushy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy",1,1,3 ], "careless; untidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy",1,1,4 ], "mawkishly sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy",1,1,5 ], "(of food or drink) watery and unappetizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy",1,1,6 ], "splashed with slops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloppy",1,1,7 ], "(of clothes) loose; baggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slopwork",1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of cheap shoddy clothing or the clothes so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slopwork",1,1,2 ], "any work of low quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,1,1 ], "watery mud, snow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,1,2 ], "a heavy blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,1,3 ], "the sound of splashing liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,2,1 ], "to throw or pour (liquid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by about or around)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,2,2,1 ], "to shake or stir (something) in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,2,2,2 ], "(of a person) to splash (around) in water, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,3,1 ], "to deal a heavy blow to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by about or around)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,3,3 ], "shaken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slosh",1,3,3 ], "to shake (a container of liquid) or (of liquid within a container) to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloshed",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slot machine",1,1,1 ], "a machine, esp| one for selling small articles or for gambling, activated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slot machine",1,1,1 ], "placing a coin or metal disc into a slot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 1],"an elongated aperture or groove, such as one in a vending machine for",1). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 1],"inserting a coin",2). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 2],"an air passage in an aerofoil to direct air from the lower to the upper",1). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 2],"surface, esp| the gap formed behind a slat",2). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 3],"a vertical opening between the leech of a foresail and a mast or the luff of",1). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 3],"another sail through which air spills from one against the other to impart forward",2). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 3],"motion",3). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 1, 4],"a place in a series or scheme",1). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 2, 1],"to furnish with a slot or slots",1). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 2, 2],"(usually foll| by in or into) to fit or adjust in a slot",1). c_DEF([ "slot" ,1, 2, 3],"to situate or be situated in a series or scheme",1). c_DEF([ "slot",2,1,1 ], "the trail of an animal, esp| a deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloth bear",1,1,1 ], "a bear, Melursus ursinus, of forests of S India and Sri Lanka, having a shaggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloth bear",1,1,1 ], "coat and an elongated snout specialized for feeding on termites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sloth",1,1,1 ], "America| They are slow-moving, hanging upside down by their long arms and feeding on" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sloth",1,1,1 ], "Bradypodidae, esp| Bradypus tridactylus or Choloepus didactylus , of Central and South" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sloth",1,1,1 ], "any of several shaggy-coated arboreal edentate mammals of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloth",1,1,1 ], "vegetation" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sloth",1,1,2 ], "reluctance to work or exert oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slothful",1,1,1 ], "lazy; indolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slouch hat",1,1,1 ], "any soft hat with a brim that can be pulled down over the ears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slouch",1,1,1 ], "to sit or stand with a drooping bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slouch",1,2,1 ], "to walk or move with an awkward slovenly gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slouch",1,3,1 ], "to cause (the shoulders) to droop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slouch",1,4,1 ], "a drooping carriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slouch",1,4,2 ], "an incompetent or slovenly person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough off",1,1,1 ], "to cast off (cares, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",1,1,1 ], "a hollow filled with mud; bog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",1,1,2 ], "(slu$:)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",1,1,2,1 ], "(in the prairies)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",1,1,3 ], "a large hole where water collects or the water in such a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",1,1,3,2 ], "(in the northwest) a sluggish side channel of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",1,1,3,3 ], "(on the Pacific coast) a marshy saltwater inlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",1,1,4 ], "despair or degradation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",2,1,1 ], "any outer covering that is shed, such as the dead outer layer of the skin of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",2,1,1 ], "snake, the cellular debris in a wound, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slough",2,1,2 ], "a discarded card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",2,2,1 ], "(often foll| by off) to shed (a skin, etc|) or (of a skin, etc|) to be shed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slough",2,2,2 ], "to discard (a card or cards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sloven",1,1,1 ], "a person who is habitually negligent in appearance, hygiene, or work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slovenly",1,1,1 ], "frequently or habitually unclean or untidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slovenly",1,1,2 ], "negligent and careless; slipshod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slovenly",1,2,1 ], "in a negligent or slovenly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow burn",1,1,1 ], "a steadily penetrating show of anger or contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow handclap",1,1,1 ], "or impatience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slow handclap",1,1,1 ], "slow rhythmic clapping, esp| used by an audience to indicate dissatisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow march",1,1,1 ], "a march in slow time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow match",1,1,1 ], "a match or fuse that burns slowly without flame, esp| a wick impregnated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow match",1,1,1 ], "potassium nitrate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slow motion" ,1, 1, 1],"achieved by cranking the film at a faster rate",2). c_DEF([ "slow motion" ,1, 1, 1],"action that appears to have occurred at a slower speed than normal, usually",1). c_DEF([ "slow time",1,1,1 ], "a slow marching pace, usually 65 paces to the minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,1 ], "performed or occurring during a comparatively long interval of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,10 ], "lacking promptness or immediacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,11 ], "unwilling to perform an action or enter into a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,12 ], "unpunctual or late" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,13 ], "behind the times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,14 ], "(of trade, etc|) unproductive; slack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,15 ], "lacking skill or nimbleness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,16 ], "(of a fire) burning weakly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,17 ], "(of an oven) cool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,18 ], "requiring a relatively long time of exposure to produce a given density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,19 ], "(of a track, etc|) tending to reduce the speed of the ball or the competitors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,2 ], "lasting a comparatively long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,20 ], "(of a bowler, etc|) delivering the ball slowly, usually with spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,3 ], "characterized by lack of speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,4 ], "adapted to or productive of slow movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,5 ], "(of a clock, etc|) indicating a time earlier than the correct time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,6 ], "given to or characterized by a leisurely or lazy existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,7 ], "not readily responsive to stimulation; intellectually unreceptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,8 ], "dull or uninteresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,1,9 ], "not easily aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,2,1 ], "in a manner characterized by lack of speed; slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,3,1 ], "(often foll| by up, down, etc|) to decrease or cause to decrease in speed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slow",1,3,1 ], "efficiency, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slow-witted",1,1,1 ], "slow in comprehension; unintelligent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slowcoach",1,1,1 ], "a person who moves, acts, or works slowly| U|S| equivalent: slowpoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slowdown",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for go-slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slowdown",1,1,2 ], "any slackening of pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slowpoke",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for slowcoach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slowworm",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian legless lizard, Anguis fragilis, with a brownish-grey snakelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slowworm",1,1,1 ], "body: family Anguidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slub",1,1,1 ], "a lump in yarn or fabric, often made intentionally to give a knobbly effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slub",1,1,2 ], "a loosely twisted roll of fibre, prepared for spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slub",1,2,1 ], "slubs, slubbing, slubbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slub",1,3,1 ], "to draw out and twist (a sliver of fibre) preparatory to spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slub",1,4,1 ], "(of material) having an irregular appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slubberdegullion",1,1,1 ], "a slovenly or worthless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sludge",1,1,1 ], "soft mud, snow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sludge",1,1,2 ], "any deposit or sediment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sludge",1,1,3 ], "a surface layer of ice that is not frozen solid but has a slushy appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sludge",1,1,4 ], "(in sewage disposal) the solid constituents of sewage that precipitate during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sludge",1,1,4 ], "treatment and are removed for subsequent purification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slue",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| U|S|) of slew'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slue",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of slough'1 ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slue",3,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of slew'4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluff",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of slough'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",1,1,1 ], "any of various terrestrial gastropod molluscs of the genera Limax, Arion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",1,1,1 ], "etc|, in which the body is elongated and the shell is absent or very much reduced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slug",1,1,2 ], "any of various other invertebrates having a soft slimy body, esp| the larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",1,1,2 ], "of certain sawflies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slug",1,1,3 ], "a slow-moving or lazy person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,1 ], "an fps unit of mass; the mass that will acquire an acceleration of 1 foot per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,1 ], "second per second when acted upon by a force of 1 pound| 1 slug is approximately equal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,1 ], "to 32|17 pounds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,2 ], "a metal blank from which small forgings are worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,3 ], "a bullet or pellet larger than a pellet of buckshot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,4 ], "a metal token for use in slot machines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,4,1 ], "a thick strip of type metal that is less than type-high and is used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,4,1 ], "spacing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,4,2 ], "a similar strip carrying a type-high letter, used as a temporary mark by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,4,2 ], "compositors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,4,3 ], "a metal strip containing a line of characters as produced by a linotype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,4,3 ], "machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slug",2,1,5 ], "a draught of alcoholic drink, esp| spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",3,1,1 ], "to hit very hard and solidly, as in boxing or baseball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",3,2,1 ], "to plod as if through snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",3,3,1 ], "to charge (someone) an exorbitant price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",3,4,1 ], "an act of slugging; heavy blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slug",3,4,2 ], "an exorbitant charge or price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slugabed",1,1,1 ], "a person who remains in bed through laziness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluggard",1,1,1 ], "a person who is habitually indolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluggard",1,2,1 ], "lazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slugger",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in boxing, baseball, etc|) a person who strikes hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluggish",1,1,1 ], "lacking energy; inactive; slow-moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluggish",1,1,2 ], "functioning at below normal rate or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluggish",1,1,3 ], "exhibiting poor response to stimulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,1,1 ], "a channel that carries a rapid current of water, esp| one that has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,1,1 ], "sluicegate to control the flow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,1,2 ], "the body of water controlled by a sluicegate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,1,3 ], "an inclined trough for washing ore, esp| one having riffles on the bottom to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,1,3 ], "trap particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,1,4 ], "an artificial channel through which logs can be floated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,1,5 ], "a brief wash in running water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,2,1 ], "to draw out or drain (water, etc|) from (a pond, etc|) by means of a sluice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,3,1 ], "to wash or irrigate with a stream of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,4,1 ], "to wash in a sluice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,5,1 ], "to send (logs, etc|) down a sluice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,6,1 ], "(of water, etc|) to run or flow from or as if from a sluice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluice",1,7,1 ], "to provide with a sluice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sluicegate",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to sluice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sluicegate",1,1,1 ], "a valve or gate fitted to a sluice to control the rate of flow of water|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slum" ,1, 1, 1],"a squalid overcrowded house, etc",1). c_DEF([ "slum" ,1, 1, 2],"a squalid section of a city, characterized by inferior living conditions and",1). c_DEF([ "slum" ,1, 1, 2],"usually by overcrowding",2). c_DEF([ "slum" ,1, 1, 3],"of, relating to, or characteristic of slums",1). c_DEF([ "slum" ,1, 3, 1],"to visit slums, esp| for curiosity",1). c_DEF([ "slum" ,1, 3, 3],"to suffer conditions below those to which one is accustomed",1). c_DEF([ "slumber party",1,1,1 ], "a party attended by girls who dress in night clothes and pass the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumber party",1,1,1 ], "eating, talking, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slumber",1,1,1 ], "to sleep, esp| peacefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumber",1,2,1 ], "to be quiescent or dormant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumber",1,3,1 ], "to spend (time) sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumber",1,4,1 ], "sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumber",1,4,2 ], "a dormant or quiescent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumberous",1,1,1 ], "sleepy; drowsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumberous",1,1,2 ], "inducing sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumberous",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of slumber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumgullion",1,1,1 ], "an inexpensive stew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumgullion",1,1,2 ], "offal, esp| the refuse from whale blubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumgullion",1,1,3 ], "a reddish mud deposited in mine sluices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slumlord",1,1,1 ], "an absentee landlord of slum property, esp| one who profiteers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump test",1,1,1 ], "a test to determine the relative water content of concrete, depending on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump test",1,1,1 ], "loss in height (slump) of a sample obtained from a cone-shaped mould" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,1,1 ], "to sink or fall heavily and suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,1,2 ], "to relax ungracefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,1,3 ], "(of business activity, etc|) to decline suddenly; collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,1,4 ], "(of health, interest, etc|) to deteriorate or decline suddenly or markedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,1,5 ], "(of soil or rock) to slip down a slope, esp| a cliff, usually with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,1,5 ], "rotational movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,2,1 ], "a sudden or marked decline or failure, as in progress or achievement;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,2,1 ], "collapse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,2,2 ], "a decline in commercial activity, prices, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,2,3 ], "another word for depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,2,4 ], "the act of slumping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slump",1,2,5 ], "a slipping of earth or rock; landslide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slung shot",1,1,1 ], "a weight attached to the end of a cord and used as a weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slung",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of sling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slunk",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of slink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|)(often foll| by over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,2 ], "to treat superficially, hastily, or without due deliberation; gloss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,3 ], "to pronounce or utter (words, etc|) indistinctly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,4 ], "to speak disparagingly of or cast aspersions on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,5 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,5 ], "to execute (a melodic interval of two or more notes) smoothly, as in legato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,6 ], "to blur or smear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,1,7 ], "to stain or smear; sully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,2,1 ], "an indistinct sound or utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,2,2 ], "a slighting remark; aspersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,2,3 ], "a stain or disgrace, as upon one's reputation; stigma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,2,3,1 ], "a performance or execution of a melodic interval of two or more notes in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,2,3,1 ], "part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,2,3,2 ], "the curved line (, or ,) indicating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slur",1,2,4 ], "a blur or smear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slurp",1,1,1 ], "to eat or drink (something) noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slurp",1,2,1 ], "a sound produced in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slurry",1,1,1 ], "a suspension of solid particles in a liquid, as in a mixture of cement, clay," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slurry",1,1,1 ], "or coal dust with water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "slush fund",1,1,1 ], "a fund for financing political corruption, such as buying votes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slush fund",1,1,2 ], "a fund accumulated from the sale of slush from the galley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slush",1,1,1 ], "any watery muddy substance, esp| melting snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slush",1,1,2 ], "sloppily sentimental language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slush",1,1,3 ], "waste fat from the galley of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slush",1,2,1 ], "to make one's way through or as if through slush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slush",1,3,1 ], "to make a slushing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slushy",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or consisting of slush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slushy",1,2,1 ], "Austral| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slushy",1,2,2 ], "an unskilled kitchen assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slut",1,1,1 ], "a dirty slatternly woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slut",1,1,2 ], "an immoral woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slut",1,1,3 ], "a female dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sly grog",1,1,1 ], "illicitly sold liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slype",1,1,1 ], "a covered passageway in a cathedral or church that connects the transept to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "slype",1,1,1 ], "the chapter house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smack",1,1,1 ], "a smell or flavour that is distinctive though faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",1,1,2 ], "a distinctive trace or touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",1,1,3 ], "a small quantity, esp| a mouthful or taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",1,2,1 ], "to have the characteristic smell or flavour (of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",1,2,2 ], "to have an element suggestive (of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,1,1 ], "to strike or slap smartly, with or as if with the open hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,1,2 ], "loudly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,1,2 ], "to strike or send forcibly or loudly or to be struck or sent forcibly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,1,3 ], "to open and close (the lips) loudly, esp| to show pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,2,1 ], "to kiss noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,3,1 ], "a sharp resounding slap or blow with something flat, or the sound of such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,3,1 ], "blow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,3,2 ], "a loud kiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,3,3 ], "a sharp sound made by the lips, as in enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,3,4 ], "have a smack at| Informal, chiefly Brit| to attempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,3,5 ], "smack in the eye| Informal, chiefly Brit| a snub or setback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,4,1 ], "directly; squarely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",2,4,2 ], "with a smack; sharply and unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",3,1,1 ], "British coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smack",3,1,1 ], "a sailing vessel, usually sloop-rigged, used in coasting and fishing along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smack",3,1,2 ], "a fishing vessel equipped with a well for keeping the catch alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smacker",1,1,1 ], "a loud kiss; smack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smacker",1,1,2 ], "a pound note or dollar bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smacking",1,1,1 ], "brisk; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small arms",1,1,1 ], "portable firearms of relatively small calibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small beer",1,1,1 ], "people or things of no importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small beer",1,1,2 ], "weak or inferior beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small burgh",1,1,1 ], "(in Scotland from 1929 to 1975) an incorporated town, usually of less than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small burgh",1,1,1 ], "20,000 inhabitants, with a lesser degree of self-government than a large burgh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small calorie",1,1,1 ], "another name for calorie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small capital",1,1,1 ], "a letter having the form of an upper-case letter but the same height as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small capital",1,1,1 ], "lower-case letter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small change",1,1,1 ], "coins, esp| those of low value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small change",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is not outstanding or important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small chop",1,1,1 ], "cocktail snacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small circle",1,1,1 ], "a circular section of a sphere that does not contain the centre of the sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small claims court",1,1,1 ], "a local court administered by the county court with jurisdiction to try civil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small claims court",1,1,1 ], "actions involving small claims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small fry",1,1,1 ], "people or things regarded as unimportant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small fry",1,1,2 ], "young children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small fry",1,1,3 ], "young or small fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small goods",1,1,1 ], "meats bought from a delicatessen, such as sausages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small hours",1,1,1 ], "the early hours of the morning, after midnight and before dawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small intestine",1,1,1 ], "and ileum, in which digestion is completed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small intestine",1,1,1 ], "the longest part of the alimentary canal, consisting of the duodenum, jejunum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small letter",1,1,1 ], "a lower-case letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small pica",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a size of printer's type approximately equal to 11 point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small potatoes",1,1,1 ], "money" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small potatoes",1,1,1 ], "someone or something of little significance or value, esp| a small amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small print",1,1,1 ], "a trap for the unwary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small print",1,1,1 ], "matter in a contract, etc|, printed in small type, esp| when considered to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small screen",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small slam",1,1,1 ], "another name for little slam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small stores",1,1,1 ], "personal items, such as clothing, sold aboard ship or at a naval base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small stuff",1,1,1 ], "any light twine or yarn used aboard ship for serving lines, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small talk",1,1,1 ], "light conversation for social occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,1 ], "comparatively little; limited in size, number, importance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,10 ], "in fine particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,11 ], "(of beer, etc|) of low alcoholic strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,2 ], "of little importance or on a minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,3 ], "lacking in moral or mental breadth or depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,4 ], "modest or humble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,5 ], "of low or inferior status, esp| socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,6 ], "(of a child or animal) young; not mature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,7 ], "not outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,8 ], "of, relating to, or designating the ordinary modern minuscule letter used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,8 ], "printing and cursive writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,1,9 ], "lacking great strength or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,2,1 ], "into small pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,2,2 ], "in a small or soft manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,2,3 ], "feel small| to be humiliated or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,2,4 ], "sing small| Rare| to behave humbly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,3,1 ], "(often preceded by the) an object, person, or group considered to be small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,3,2 ], "a small slender part, esp| of the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small",1,3,3 ], "items of personal laundry, such as underwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small-minded",1,1,1 ], "narrow-minded; petty;intolerant; mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small-scale",1,1,1 ], "of limited size or scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small-scale",1,1,2 ], "(of a map, model, etc|) giving a relatively small representation of something," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "small-scale",1,1,2 ], "usually missing out details" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "small-time",1,1,1 ], "insignificant; minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smallage",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for wild celery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smallboy",1,1,1 ], "the steward's assistant or deputy steward in European households in W Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smallclothes",1,1,1 ], "men's close-fitting knee breeches of the 18th and 19th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smallholding",1,1,1 ], "a holding of agricultural land smaller than a small farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smallmouth bass",1,1,1 ], "a North American freshwater black bass, Micropterus dolomieu, that is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smallmouth bass",1,1,1 ], "popular game fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smallpox",1,1,1 ], "an acute highly contagious viral disease characterized by high fever, severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smallpox",1,1,1 ], "form scabs that are cast off, leaving pitted depressions| Technical name: variola" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "smallpox",1,1,1 ], "prostration, and a pinkish rash changing in form from papules to pustules, which dry up and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smallsword",1,1,1 ], "a light sword used in the 17th and 18th centuries: formerly a fencing weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smalt",1,1,1 ], "a type of silica glass coloured deep blue with cobalt oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smalt",1,1,2 ], "a pigment made by crushing this glass, used in colouring enamels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smalt",1,1,3 ], "the blue colour of this pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smaltite",1,1,1 ], "(Co,Ni)As2" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "smaltite",1,1,1 ], "a silver-white to greyish mineral consisting chiefly of cobalt arsenide with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smaltite",1,1,1 ], "and copper minerals, and is an important ore of cobalt and nickel| Formula:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "smaltite",1,1,1 ], "nickel in cubic crystalline form| It occurs in veins associated with silver, nickel," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smalto",1,1,1 ], "coloured glass, etc|, used in mosaics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smaragd",1,1,1 ], "any green gemstone, such as the emerald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smaragdite",1,1,1 ], "a green fibrous amphibole mineral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smarm",1,1,1 ], "to flatten (the hair, etc|) with cream or grease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smarm",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by up to) to ingratiate oneself (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smarm",1,2,1 ], "obsequious flattery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smarmy",1,1,1 ], "smarmier, smarmiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smarmy",1,1,2 ], "obsequiously flattering or unpleasantly suave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart aleck",1,1,1 ], "a conceited person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,1 ], "damages awarded to a plaintiff where the wrong was aggravated by fraud," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,1 ], "malice, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,2 ], "agreement, esp| from military service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,2 ], "money paid in order to extricate oneself from an unpleasant situation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,2,1 ], "information" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,2,1 ], "money bet or invested by experienced gamblers or investors, esp| with inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,2,2 ], "the gamblers or investors themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart money",1,1,3 ], "money paid by an employer to someone injured while working for him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart set",1,1,1 ], "fashionable sophisticated people considered as a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,1,1 ], "astute, as in business; clever or bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,1,2 ], "quick, witty, and often impertinent in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,1,3 ], "fashionable; chic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,1,4 ], "well-kept; neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,1,5 ], "causing a sharp stinging pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,1,6 ], "vigorous or brisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,1,7 ], "considerable or numerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,2,1 ], "mental distress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,2,1 ], "to feel, cause, or be the source of a sharp stinging physical pain or keen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by for) to suffer a harsh penalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,3,1 ], "a stinging pain or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smart",1,4,1 ], "in a smart manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smarten",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to make oneself neater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smarten",1,2,1 ], "to make quicker or livelier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smartie",1,1,1 ], "a clever person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,1,1 ], "to break into pieces violently and usually noisily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,1,2 ], "(against) vigorously, causing shattering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by against, through, into, etc|) to throw or crash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,2,1 ], "to hit forcefully and suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,3,1 ], "to hit (the ball) fast and powerfully, esp| with an overhead stroke|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,4,1 ], "to defeat or wreck (persons, theories, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,5,1 ], "to make bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,6,1 ], "to collide violently; crash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,7,1 ], "to go bankrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,7,2 ], "smash someone's face in| Informal| to beat (a person) severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,8,1 ], "an act, instance, or sound of smashing or the state of being smashed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,8,2 ], "a violent collision, esp| of vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,8,3 ], "a total failure or collapse, as of a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,8,4 ], "a fast and powerful overhead stroke|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,8,4,1 ], "something having popular success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,8,4,2 ], "smash-hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash",1,9,1 ], "with a smash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash-and-grab",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a robbery in which a shop window is broken and the contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smash-and-grab",1,1,1 ], "removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smash-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a bad collision, esp of cars",1). c_DEF([ "smash-up" ,1, 3, 1],"to damage to the point of complete destruction",1). c_DEF([ "smashed",1,1,1 ], "completely intoxicated with alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smashed",1,1,2 ], "noticeably under the influence of a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smasher",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that is very attractive or outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smashing",1,1,1 ], "excellent or first-rate; wonderful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smatch",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for smack ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smatter",1,1,1 ], "a smattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smatter",1,2,1 ], "to prattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smatter",1,3,1 ], "to dabble in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smattering",1,1,1 ], "a slight or superficial knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smattering",1,1,2 ], "a small amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smaze",1,1,1 ], "a smoky haze, less damp than fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear test",1,1,1 ], "another name for Pap test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,1,1 ], "to bedaub or cover with oil, grease, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,1,2 ], "to rub over or apply thickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,1,3 ], "to rub so as to produce a smudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,1,4 ], "to slander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,1,5 ], "to defeat completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,2,1 ], "to be or become smeared or dirtied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,3,1 ], "a dirty mark or smudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,3,1,1 ], "a slanderous attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,3,2 ], "a preparation of blood, secretions, etc|, smeared onto a glass slide for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smear",1,3,2 ], "examination under a microscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smectic",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) existing in or having a mesomorphic state in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smectic",1,1,1 ], "molecules are orientated in layers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smegma",1,1,1 ], "sebum|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 1, 1],"n its neutral sense of emitting an odour is followed by an adjective rather",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 1, 1],"nerves",2). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 1, 1],"than by an adverb",2). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 1, 1],"to perceive the scent or odour of (a substance) by means of the olfactory",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 1, 2],"to have a specified smell; appear to the sense of smell to be",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 2, 1],"to emit an odour (of)",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 3, 1],"to emit an unpleasant odour; stink",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 4, 1],"to detect through shrewdness or instinct",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 5, 1],"to have or use the sense of smell",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 6, 1],"to give indications (of)",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 7, 1],"to search, investigate, or pry",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 7, 2],"to be or seem to be untrustworthy or corrupt",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 7, 3],"smell a rat| Informal| to detect something suspicious",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 8, 1],"that sense (olfaction) by which scents or odours are perceived",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 8, 2],"anything detected by the sense of smell; odour; scent",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 8, 3],"a trace or indication",1). c_DEF([ "smell" ,1, 8, 4],"the act or an instance of smelling",1). c_DEF([ "smelling salts",1,1,1 ], "a pungent preparation containing crystals of ammonium carbonate that has a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smelling salts",1,1,1 ], "stimulant action when sniffed in cases of faintness, headache, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smelly",1,1,1 ], "smellier, smelliest| having a strong or nasty smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smelt",1,1,1 ], "to extract (a metal) from (an ore) by heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smelt",2,1,1 ], "Osmerus eperlanus of Europe, having a long silvery body and occurring in temperate and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smelt",2,1,1 ], "any marine or freshwater salmonoid food fish of the family Osmeridae, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smelt",2,1,1 ], "cold northern waters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "smelt",3,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smelter",1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in smelting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smelter",1,1,2 ], "an industrial plant in which smelting is carried out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smew",1,1,1 ], "a merganser, Mergus albellus, of N Europe and Asia, having a male plumage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smew",1,1,1 ], "white with black markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smidgen",1,1,1 ], "a very small amount or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smilacaceous",1,1,1 ], "family of monocotyledonous flowering plants, most of which are climbing shrubs with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smilacaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Smilacaceae, a temperate and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smilacaceous",1,1,1 ], "prickly stems: includes smilax" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "smilax",1,1,1 ], "any typically climbing shrub of the smilacaceous genus Smilax, of warm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smilax",1,1,1 ], "berry-like fruits: includes the sarsaparilla plant and greenbrier" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "smilax",1,1,1 ], "tropical regions, having slightly lobed leaves, small greenish or yellow flowers, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smilax",1,1,2 ], "Africa: cultivated by florists for its glossy bright green foliage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smilax",1,1,2 ], "a fragile, much branched liliaceous vine, Asparagus asparagoides, of southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,1,1 ], "a facial expression characterized by an upturning of the corners of the mouth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,1,1 ], "usually showing amusement, friendliness, etc|, but sometimes scorn, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,1,2 ], "favour or blessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,1,3 ], "an agreeable appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,2,1 ], "to wear or assume a smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,3,1,1 ], "to look (at) with a kindly or amused expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,3,1,2 ], "to look derisively (at) instead of being annoyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,3,1,3 ], "to bear (troubles, etc|) patiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,4,1 ], "to show approval; bestow a blessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,5,1 ], "to express by means of a smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,6,1 ], "to drive away or change by smiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smile",1,6,2 ], "come up smiling| to recover cheerfully from misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smirch",1,1,1 ], "to dirty; soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smirch",1,2,1 ], "the act of smirching or state of being smirched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smirch",1,2,2 ], "a smear or stain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smirk",1,1,1 ], "a smile expressing scorn, smugness, etc|, rather than pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smirk",1,2,1 ], "to give such a smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smirk",1,3,1 ], "to express with such a smile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smit",1,1,1 ], "Northern English dialect| an infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smite",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) Now archaic in most senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smite",1,1,2 ], "to strike with a heavy blow or blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smite",1,1,3 ], "to damage with or as if with blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smite",1,1,4 ], "to afflict or affect severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smite",1,1,5 ], "to afflict in order to punish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smite",1,2,1 ], "to strike forcibly or abruptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smith",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who works in metal, esp| one who shapes metal by hammering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smith",1,1,1,2 ], "a silversmith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smithereens",1,1,1 ], "little shattered pieces or fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smithery",1,1,1 ], "the trade or craft of a blacksmith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smithery",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for smithy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smithsonite",1,1,1 ], "Former Brit| name: calamine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "smithsonite",1,1,1 ], "a white mineral consisting of zinc carbonate in hexagonal crystalline form:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smithsonite",1,1,1 ], "occurs chiefly in dry limestone regions and is a source of zinc| Formula: ZnCO3|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smithsonite",1,1,2 ], "the former Brit| name for hemimorphite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smithy",1,1,1 ], "a place in which metal, usually iron or steel, is worked by heating and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smithy",1,1,1 ], "hammering; forge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smitten",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of smite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smock mill",1,1,1 ], "a type of windmill having a revolving top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smock",1,1,1 ], "any loose protective garment, worn by artists, laboratory technicians, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smock",1,1,2 ], "a woman's loose blouse-like garment, reaching to below the waist, worn over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smock",1,1,2 ], "slacks, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smock",1,1,3 ], "a loose protective overgarment decorated with smocking, worn formerly esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smock",1,1,3 ], "farm workers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smock",1,1,4 ], "a woman's loose undergarment, worn from the 16th to the 18th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smock",1,2,1 ], "to ornament (a garment) with smocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smocking",1,1,1 ], "ornamental needlework used to gather and stitch material in a honeycomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smocking",1,1,1 ], "pattern so that the part below the gathers hangs in even folds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smog",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of smoke and fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke bomb",1,1,1 ], "a device that emits large quantities of smoke when ignited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke out",1,1,1 ], "to subject to smoke in order to drive out of hiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke out",1,1,2 ], "to bring into the open; expose to the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke screen",1,1,1 ], "a cloud of smoke produced by artificial means to obscure movements or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke screen",1,1,1 ], "positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoke screen",1,1,2 ], "something said or done in order to hide the truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke tree",1,1,1 ], "an anacardiaceous shrub, Cotinus coggygria, of S Europe and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke tree",1,1,1 ], "clusters of yellowish feathery flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoke tree",1,1,2 ], "a related tree, Cotinus americanus, of the southern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,1 ], "hot gases and air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,1 ], "the product of combustion, consisting of fine particles of carbon carried by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,2 ], "any cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,2,1 ], "a cigarette or cigar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,2,1 ], "cigarette or cigar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,2,1 ], "the act of smoking tobacco or other substances, esp| in a pipe or as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,2,2 ], "a substance for smoking, such as pipe tobacco or marijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,2,2 ], "the duration of smoking such substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,3 ], "something with no concrete or lasting substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,4 ], "a thing or condition that obscures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,5 ], "any of various colours similar to that of smoke, esp| a dark grey with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,5 ], "bluish, yellowish, or greenish tinge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,6 ], "go or end up in smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,6,1 ], "to come to nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,6,2 ], "to burn up vigorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,1,6,3 ], "to flare up in anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,10,1 ], "to suspect or detect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,2,1 ], "to emit smoke or the like, sometimes excessively or in the wrong place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,2,2 ], "to draw in on (a burning cigarette, etc|) and exhale the smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,3,1 ], "to use marijuana for smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,4,1 ], "to bring (oneself) into a specified state by smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,5,1 ], "to subject or expose to smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,6,1 ], "to cure (meat, fish, cheese, etc|) by treating with smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,7,1 ], "to fumigate or purify the air of (rooms, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,8,1 ], "to darken (glass, etc|) by exposure to smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke",1,9,1 ], "to tease or mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoke-dried",1,1,1 ], "(of fish, meat, etc|) cured in smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoked rubber",1,1,1 ], "a type of crude natural rubber in the form of brown sheets obtained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoked rubber",1,1,1 ], "coagulating latex with an acid, rolling it into sheets, and drying over open wood fires| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoked rubber",1,1,1 ], "is the main raw material for natural rubber products" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "smokeho",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of smoko" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smokehouse",1,1,1 ], "a building or special construction for curing meat, fish, etc|, by smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smokejack",1,1,1 ], "a device formerly used for turning a roasting spit, operated by the movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smokejack",1,1,1 ], "of ascending gases in a chimney" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smokeless powder",1,1,1 ], "any one of a number of explosives that burn with relatively little smoke| They" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smokeless powder",1,1,1 ], "consist mainly of nitrocellulose and are used as propellants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smokeless zone",1,1,1 ], "an area designated by the local authority where only smokeless fuels are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smokeless zone",1,1,1 ], "permitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smokeless",1,1,1 ], "having or producing little or no smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoker",1,1,1 ], "a person who habitually smokes tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoker",1,1,2 ], "a compartment of a train where smoking is permitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoker",1,1,3 ], "an informal social gathering, as at a club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smokestack",1,1,1 ], "a tall chimney that conveys smoke into the air| Sometimes shortened to stack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoking jacket",1,1,1 ], "a man's comfortable jacket of velvet, etc|, closed by a tie belt or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoking jacket",1,1,1 ], "fastenings, worn at home" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoking room" ,1, 1, 1],"a room, esp| in a hotel or club, for those who wish to smoke",1). c_DEF([ "smoko",1,1,1 ], "and N|Z| informal| a short break from work for tea, a cigarette, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoky quartz",1,1,1 ], "another name for cairngorm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoky",1,1,1 ], "smokier, smokiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoky",1,1,2 ], "emitting, containing, or resembling smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoky",1,1,3 ], "emitting smoke excessively or in the wrong place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoky",1,1,4 ], "of or tinged with the colour smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoky",1,1,5 ], "having the flavour or having been cured by smoking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoky",1,1,6 ], "made dark, dirty, or hazy by smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smolder",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of smoulder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smolt",1,1,1 ], "a young salmon at the stage when it migrates from fresh water to the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooch",1,1,1 ], "Also (Austral|): smoodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooch",1,1,2 ], "(of two people) to kiss and cuddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooch",1,1,3 ], "(of two people) to dance together in such a way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smooch",1,1,3 ], "to dance very slowly and amorously with one's arms around another person, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooch",1,2,1 ], "the act of smooching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooch",1,2,2 ], "a piece of music played for dancing to slowly and amorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoodge",1,1,1 ], "an Austral| word for smooch ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth breathing",1,1,1 ], "(in Greek) the sign (') placed over an initial vowel, indicating that (in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth breathing",1,1,1 ], "ancient Greek) it was pronounced with an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smooth hound",1,1,1 ], "any of several small sharks of the genus Mustelus, esp| M| mustelus, a species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth hound",1,1,1 ], "of North Atlantic coastal regions: family Triakidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smooth muscle",1,1,1 ], "muscle that is capable of slow rhythmic involuntary contractions: occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth muscle",1,1,1 ], "the walls of the blood vessels, alimentary canal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smooth over",1,1,1 ], "to ease or gloss over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth snake",1,1,1 ], "Coronella, esp| C| austriaca, having very smooth scales and a reddish-brown coloration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smooth snake",1,1,1 ], "any of several slender nonvenomous colubrid snakes of the European genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,1 ], "resting in the same plane; without bends or irregularities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,10 ], "having all projections worn away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,11 ], "without preliminary or simultaneous aspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,12 ], "gentle to the ear; flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,13 ], "(of a plane, surface, etc|) regarded as being frictionless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,2 ], "silky to the touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,3 ], "lacking roughness of surface; flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,4 ], "tranquil or unruffled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,5 ], "lacking obstructions or difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,5,1 ], "suave or persuasive, esp| as suggestive of insincerity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,5,2 ], "smooth-tongued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,6 ], "(of the skin) free from hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,7 ], "of uniform consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,8 ], "not erratic; free from jolts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,1,9 ], "not harsh or astringent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,2,1 ], "in a calm or even manner; smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,3,1 ], "to make or become flattened or without roughness or obstructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by out or away) to take or rub (away) in order to make smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,3,3 ], "to make calm; soothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,3,4 ], "to make easier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,3,5 ], "to make more polished or refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,4,1 ], "the smooth part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,4,2 ], "the act of smoothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth",1,4,3 ], "the side of a racket on which the binding strings form a continuous line|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth-spoken",1,1,1 ], "speaking or spoken in a gently persuasive or competent manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smooth-tongued",1,1,1 ], "suave or persuasive in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoothbore",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a firearm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoothbore",1,1,2 ], "having an unrifled bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoothbore",1,1,3 ], "such a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoothen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoothie",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a man, who is suave or slick, esp| in speech, dress, or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoothing iron",1,1,1 ], "a former name for iron 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smorebro",1,1,1 ], "small open savoury sandwiches, served esp| in Denmark as hors d'oeuvres, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smorgasbord",1,1,1 ], "a variety of cold or hot savoury dishes, such as pate, smoked salmon, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smorgasbord",1,1,1 ], "served in Scandinavia as hors d'oeuvres or as a buffet meal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smote",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of smite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,1,1 ], "to suffocate or stifle by cutting off or being cut off from the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,2,1 ], "to surround (with) or envelop (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,3,1 ], "to extinguish (a fire) by covering so as to cut it off from the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,3,2 ], "to be or cause to be suppressed or stifled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,4,1 ], "to cook or serve (food) thickly covered with sauce, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,5,1 ], "anything, such as a cloud of smoke, that stifles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,5,2 ], "a profusion or turmoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smother",1,5,3 ], "a state of smouldering or a smouldering fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smothered mate",1,1,1 ], "checkmate occurring when the king cannot move to a vacant square and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smothered mate",1,1,1 ], "checkmated by a knight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smoulder",1,1,1 ], "to burn slowly without flame, usually emitting smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoulder",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of anger, etc|) to exist in a suppressed or half-suppressed state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoulder",1,1,3 ], "to have strong repressed or half repressed feelings, esp| anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoulder",1,2,1 ], "dense smoke, as from a smouldering fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smoulder",1,2,2 ], "a smouldering fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smriti",1,1,1 ], "a class of Hindu sacred literature derived from the Vedas, containing social," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smriti",1,1,1 ], "domestic, and religious teaching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smudge",1,1,1 ], "to smear, blur, or soil or cause to do so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smudge",1,2,1 ], "frost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smudge",1,2,1 ], "to fill (an area) with smoke in order to drive insects away or guard against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smudge",1,3,1 ], "a smear or dirty mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smudge",1,3,2 ], "a blurred form or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smudge",1,3,3 ], "a smoky fire for driving insects away or protecting fruit trees or plants from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smudge",1,3,3 ], "frost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "smug",1,1,1 ], "smugger, smuggest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smug",1,1,2 ], "excessively self-satisfied or complacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smug",1,1,3 ], "trim or neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smuggle",1,1,1 ], "to import or export (prohibited or dutiable goods) secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smuggle",1,2,1 ], "to bring or take secretly, as against the law or rules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smuggle",1,3,1 ], "to conceal; hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 1, 1],"a small dark smudge or stain, esp| one caused by soot",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 1, 2],"a speck of soot or dirt",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"any of various fungal diseases of flowering plants, esp| cereals, in which",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"black sooty masses of spores cover the affected parts",2). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"any parasitic basidiomycetous fungus of the order Ustilaginales that causes",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"such a disease",2). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 1, 3],"something obscene or indecent",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 2, 1],"to mark or become marked or smudged, as with soot",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 2, 2],"to affect (grain, etc|) or (of grain) to be affected with smut",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 2, 3],"to remove smut from (grain)",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 2, 4],"to make obscene",1). c_DEF([ "smut" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|) to emit soot or smut",1). c_DEF([ "smutch",1,1,1 ], "to smudge; mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smutch",1,2,1 ], "a mark; smudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "smutch",1,2,2 ], "soot; dirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snack bar",1,1,1 ], "a place where light meals or snacks can be obtained, often with a self-service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snack bar",1,1,1 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snack",1,1,1 ], "a light quick meal eaten between or in place of main meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snack",1,1,2 ], "a sip or bite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snack",1,1,3 ], "a share" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snack",1,1,4 ], "a very easy task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snack",1,2,1 ], "to eat a snack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snackette",1,1,1 ], "a Caribbean name for snack bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaffle",1,1,1 ], "a simple jointed bit for a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaffle",1,2,1 ], "to steal or take for oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaffle",1,2,2 ], "to equip or control with a snaffle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snafu" ,1, 2, 1],"confusion or chaos regarded as the normal state",1). c_DEF([ "snafu" ,1, 3, 1],"confused or muddled up, as usual",1). c_DEF([ "snafu" ,1, 4, 1],"to throw into chaos",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 1, 1],"a difficulty or disadvantage",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 1, 2],"a sharp protuberance, such as a tree stump",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 1, 3],"a small loop or hole in a fabric caused by a sharp object",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 1, 4],"a tree stump in a riverbed that is dangerous to navigation",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 1, 5],"sausages",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 2, 1],"to hinder or impede",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 2, 2],"to tear or catch (fabric)",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 2, 3],"to develop a snag",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 2, 5],"(of a boat) to strike or be damaged by a snag",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 2, 6],"to clear (a stretch of water) of snags",1). c_DEF([ "snag" ,1, 2, 8],"to seize (an opportunity, benefit, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "snaggletooth",1,1,1 ], "a tooth that is broken or projecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snail",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous terrestrial or freshwater gastropod molluscs with a spirally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snail",1,1,1 ], "coiled shell, esp| any of the family Helicidae, such as Helix aspersa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snail",1,1,2 ], "any other gastropod with a spirally coiled shell, such as a whelk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snail",1,1,3 ], "a slow-moving or lazy person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snail's pace",1,1,1 ], "a very slow or sluggish speed or rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snailfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for sea snail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake charmer",1,1,1 ], "an entertainer, esp| in Asia, who charms or appears to charm snakes by playing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake charmer",1,1,1 ], "music and by rhythmical body movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snake dance",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial dance, performed by the priests of the American Hopi Indians, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake dance",1,1,1 ], "which live snakes are held in the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snake dance",1,1,1,1 ], "the swaying movements of snakes responding to a snake charmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake dance",1,1,1,2 ], "a Hindu dance in which performers imitate such snake movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various neuropterous insects of the family Raphidiidae, having an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake fly",1,1,1 ], "elongated thorax: order Megaloptera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snake juice",1,1,1 ], "any strong alcoholic drink, esp| when home-made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,1,1 ], "(boas and pythons), and small harmless types such as the grass snake" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,1,1 ], "any reptile of the suborder Ophidia (or Serpentes), typically having a scaly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,1,1 ], "cylindrical limbless body, fused eyelids, and a jaw modified for swallowing large prey:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,1,1 ], "includes venomous forms such as cobras and rattlesnakes, large nonvenomous constrictors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,1,2 ], "a deceitful or treacherous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling a snake in appearance or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,1,4 ], "a tool in the form of a long flexible wire for unblocking drains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,2,1 ], "to glide or move like a snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,3,1 ], "to haul (a heavy object, esp| a log) by fastening a rope around one end of it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,4,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to pull jerkily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake",1,5,1 ], "to move in or follow (a sinuous course)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake's head",1,1,1 ], "a European fritillary plant, Fritillaria meleagris, of damp meadows, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snake's head",1,1,1 ], "purple-and-white chequered flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snakebird",1,1,1 ], "another name for darter (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakebite",1,1,1 ], "a bite inflicted by a snake, esp| a venomous one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakebite",1,1,2 ], "the state or condition resulting from being bitten by a poisonous snake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakemouth",1,1,1 ], "a terrestrial orchid, Pogonia ophioglossoides, of E North America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakemouth",1,1,1 ], "solitary fragrant pinkish-purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snakeroot",1,1,1 ], "Eupatorium urticaefolium , the roots or rhizomes of which have been used as a remedy for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snakeroot",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American plants, such as Aristolochia serpentaria and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakeroot",1,1,1 ], "snakebite" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snakeroot",1,1,2 ], "the rhizome or root of any such plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakeroot",1,1,3 ], "another name for bistort 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakes and ladders",1,1,1 ], "a board game in which players move counters along a series of squares by means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snakes and ladders",1,1,1 ], "obliges a player to return to a square nearer the start" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snakes and ladders",1,1,1 ], "of dice|A ladder provides a short cut to a square nearer the finish and a snake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snakeskin",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snakeskin",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a snake, esp| when made into a leather valued for handbags, shoes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaky",1,1,1 ], "snakier, snakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaky",1,1,2 ], "of or like a snake; sinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaky",1,1,3 ], "treacherous or insidious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaky",1,1,4 ], "infested with snakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snaky",1,1,5 ], "angry or bad-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap bean",1,1,1 ], "any of various bean plants that are cultivated in the U|S| for their crisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap bean",1,1,1 ], "edible unripe pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snap bean",1,1,2 ], "the pod of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap fastener",1,1,1 ], "another name for press stud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap ring",1,1,1 ], "another name for karabiner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap roll",1,1,1 ], "a manoeuvre in which an aircraft makes a fast roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap up",1,1,1 ], "to avail oneself of eagerly and quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap up",1,1,2 ], "to interrupt abruptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,1,1 ], "to break or cause to break suddenly, esp| with a sharp sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,1,2 ], "to make or cause to make a sudden sharp cracking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,2,1 ], "to give way or collapse suddenly, esp| from strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,2,2 ], "sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,2,2 ], "to move, close, etc|, or cause to move, close, etc|, with a sudden sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,2,3 ], "to move or cause to move in a sudden or abrupt way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,3,1 ], "to seize something suddenly or quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to bite at (something) bringing the jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,3,2 ], "rapidly together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,3,3 ], "to speak (words) sharply or abruptly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,4,1 ], "(of eyes) to flash or sparkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,4,2 ], "to take a snapshot of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,5,1 ], "to fire a quick shot without taking deliberate aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,6,1 ], "teammate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,6,1 ], "to put (the ball) into play by sending it back from the line of scrimmage to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,6,2 ], "snap one's fingers at| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,6,2,1 ], "to dismiss with contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,6,2,2 ], "to defy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,6,3 ], "illness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,6,3 ], "snap out of it| Informal| to recover quickly, esp| from depression, anger, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,1 ], "the act of breaking suddenly or the sound produced by a sudden breakage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,10 ], "a short spell or period, esp| of cold weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,11 ], "food, esp| a packed lunch taken to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,12 ], "a card game in which the word snap is called when two cards of equal value are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,12 ], "turned up on the separate piles dealt by each player" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,13 ], "done on the spur of the moment, without consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,14 ], "closed or fastened with a snap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,2 ], "a sudden sharp sound, esp| of bursting, popping, or cracking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,3 ], "a catch, clasp, or fastener that operates with a snapping sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,4 ], "a sudden grab or bite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,5 ], "the sudden release of something such as elastic thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,6 ], "a brisk movement of the thumb against one or more fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,7 ], "a thin crisp biscuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,8 ], "vigour, liveliness, or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,7,9 ], "a task or job that is easy or profitable to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,8,1 ], "with a snap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,9,1 ], "the word called while playing snap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snap",1,9,1,2 ], "an exclamation used to draw attention to the similarity of two things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapback",1,1,1 ], "a sudden rebound or change in direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapdragon",1,1,1 ], "Antirrhinum, esp| A| majus, of the Mediterranean region, having spikes of showy white," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snapdragon",1,1,1 ], "any of several scrophulariaceous chiefly Old World plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapdragon",1,1,1 ], "yellow, pink, red, or purplish flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snapper up",1,1,1 ], "a person who snaps up bargains, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapper",1,1,1 ], "any large sharp-toothed percoid food fish of the family Lutjanidae of warm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapper",1,1,1 ], "tropical coastal regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snapper",1,1,2 ], "an Australian sparid food fish, Chrysophrys auratus, that has a pinkish body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapper",1,1,2 ], "covered with blue spots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snapper",1,1,3 ], "another name for the bluefish or the snapping turtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapper",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that snaps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapping beetle",1,1,1 ], "another name for the click beetle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapping turtle",1,1,1 ], "any large aggressive North American river turtle of the family Chelydridae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapping turtle",1,1,1 ], "esp| Chelydra serpentina , having powerful hooked jaws and a rough shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snappy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snappy",1,1,2 ], "apt to speak sharply or irritably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snappy",1,1,3 ], "apt to snap or bite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snappy",1,1,4 ], "crackling in sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snappy",1,1,5 ], "brisk, sharp, or chilly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snappy",1,1,6 ], "smart and fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snappy",1,1,7 ], "make it snappy| Slang| be quick! hurry up!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snapshot",1,1,1 ], "an informal photograph taken with a simple camera| Often shortened to snap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare drum",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical drum with two drumheads, the upper of which is struck and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare drum",1,1,1 ], "lower fitted with a snare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snare",1,1,1 ], "a device for trapping birds or small animals, esp| a flexible loop that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare",1,1,1 ], "drawn tight around the prey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snare",1,1,2 ], "a surgical instrument for removing certain tumours, consisting of a wire loop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare",1,1,2 ], "that may be drawn tight around their base to sever or uproot them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snare",1,1,3 ], "anything that traps or entangles someone or something unawares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare",1,2,1 ], "to catch birds or small animals with a snare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare",1,2,2 ], "to catch or trap in or as if in a snare; capture by trickery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare",2,1,1 ], "a set of gut strings wound with wire fitted against the lower drumhead of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snare",2,1,1 ], "snare drum| They produce a rattling sound when the drum is beaten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) to growl viciously, baring the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",1,1,2 ], "to speak or express (something) viciously or angrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",1,2,1 ], "a vicious growl, utterance, or facial expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",1,2,2 ], "the act of snarling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",2,1,1 ], "a tangled mass of thread, hair, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",2,1,2 ], "a complicated or confused state or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",2,1,3 ], "a knot in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",2,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to be, become, or make tangled or complicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",2,3,1 ], "to confuse mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",2,4,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snarl",2,4,1 ], "to flute or emboss (metal) by hammering on a tool held against the under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snarl-up",1,1,1 ], "a confusion, obstruction, or tangle, esp| a traffic jam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch block",1,1,1 ], "a block that can be opened so that a rope can be inserted from the side," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch block",1,1,1 ], "without threading it through from the end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,1,1 ], "to seize or grasp (something) suddenly or peremptorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,2,1 ], "to seize or attempt to seize suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,3,1 ], "to take hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,4,1 ], "to remove suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,5,1 ], "to gain, win, or rescue, esp| narrowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,6,1 ], "(in weightlifting) to lift (a weight) with a snatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,6,2 ], "due" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,6,2 ], "snatch one's time| Austral| informal| to leave a job, taking whatever pay is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,7,1 ], "an act of snatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,7,2 ], "a fragment or small incomplete part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,7,3 ], "a brief spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,7,4 ], "a lift in which the weight is raised in one quick motion from the floor to an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,7,4 ], "overhead position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,7,5 ], "an act of kidnapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatch",1,7,6 ], "a robbery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatchy",1,1,1 ], "snatchier, snatchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snatchy",1,1,2 ], "disconnected or spasmodic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snath",1,1,1 ], "the handle of a scythe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snazzy",1,1,1 ], "zier, ziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snazzy",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of clothes) stylishly and often flashily attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak preview",1,1,1 ], "a screening of a film at an unexpected time to test audience reaction before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak preview",1,1,1 ], "its release" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sneak thief",1,1,1 ], "a person who steals paltry articles from premises, which he enters through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak thief",1,1,1 ], "open doors, windows, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,1,1 ], "to move furtively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,2,1 ], "to behave in a cowardly or underhand manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,3,1 ], "to bring, take, or put stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,4,1 ], "to tell tales (esp| in schools)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,5,1 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,6,1 ], "to leave unobtrusively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,7,1 ], "a person who acts in an underhand or cowardly manner, esp| as an informer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,7,1,1 ], "a stealthy act or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,7,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneak",1,7,2 ], "an unobtrusive departure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneakers",1,1,1 ], "canvas shoes with rubber soles worn for sports or informally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneaking",1,1,1 ], "acting in a furtive or cowardly way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneaking",1,1,2 ], "secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneaking",1,1,3 ], "slight but nagging (esp| in the phrase a sneaking suspicion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneck",1,1,1 ], "a small squared stone used in a rubble wall to fill spaces between stones of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneck",1,1,1 ], "different height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sneck",1,1,2 ], "the latch or catch of a door or gate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneck",1,2,1 ], "to fasten (a latch)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sned",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Northern Brit| dialect| to lop off or prune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneer",1,1,1 ], "a facial expression of scorn or contempt, typically with the upper lip curled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneer",1,1,2 ], "a scornful or contemptuous remark or utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneer",1,2,1 ], "to assume a facial expression of scorn or contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneer",1,2,2 ], "to say or utter (something) in a scornful or contemptuous manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneeze at",1,1,1 ], "to dismiss lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneeze",1,1,1 ], "the nasal mucous membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sneeze",1,1,1 ], "to expel air from the nose involuntarily, esp| as the result of irritation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneeze",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of sneezing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneezewort",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Achillea ptarmica, having daisy-like flowers and long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sneezewort",1,1,1 ], "grey-green leaves, which cause sneezing when powdered: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snib",1,1,1 ], "the bolt or fastening of a door, window, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snib",1,2,1 ], "snibs, snibbing, snibbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snib",1,2,2 ], "to bolt or fasten (a door)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snick",1,1,1 ], "a small cut; notch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snick",1,1,2 ], "a knot in thread, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snick",1,1,2,1 ], "a glancing blow off the edge of the bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snick",1,1,2,2 ], "the ball so hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snick",1,2,1 ], "to cut a small corner or notch in (material, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snick",1,2,2 ], "to hit (the ball) with a snick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snicker",1,2,1 ], "another word, esp| U|S|, for snigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snicker",1,3,1 ], "(of a horse) to whinny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snickersnee",1,1,1 ], "a knife for cutting or thrusting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snickersnee",1,1,2 ], "a fight with knives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snicket",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a passageway between walls or fences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snide",1,1,1 ], "(of a remark, etc|) maliciously derogatory; supercilious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snide",1,1,2 ], "counterfeit; sham" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snide",1,2,1 ], "sham jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniff at",1,1,1 ], "to express contempt or dislike for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniff out",1,1,1 ], "to detect through shrewdness or instinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniff",1,1,1 ], "for the purpose of identifying a scent or for clearing a congested nasal passage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sniff",1,1,1 ], "to inhale through the nose, usually in short rapid audible inspirations, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniff",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to perceive or attempt to perceive (a smell)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniff",1,1,2 ], "by inhaling through the nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sniff",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of sniffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniff",1,2,2 ], "a smell perceived by sniffing, esp| a faint scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniffle",1,1,1 ], "to breathe audibly through the nose, as when the nasal passages are congested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniffle",1,2,1 ], "the act, sound, or an instance of sniffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniffles" ,1, 1, 1],"a cold in the head",1). c_DEF([ "sniffles" ,1, 1, 2],"the sniffling that sometimes accompanies weeping or prolonged crying",1). c_DEF([ "sniffy",1,1,1 ], "fier, fiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniffy",1,1,2 ], "contemptuous or disdainful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snifter",1,1,1 ], "a pear-shaped glass with a short stem and a bowl that narrows towards the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snifter",1,1,1 ], "so that the aroma of brandy or some other liqueur is retained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snifter",1,1,2 ], "a small quantity of alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snigger",1,1,1 ], "a sly or disrespectful laugh, esp| one partly stifled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snigger",1,2,1 ], "to utter such a laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniggle",1,1,1 ], "to fish for eels by dangling or thrusting a baited hook into cavities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniggle",1,2,1 ], "to catch (eels) by sniggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniggle",1,3,1 ], "the baited hook used for sniggling eels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,1,1 ], "strokes, esp| with scissors or shears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,1,1 ], "to cut or clip with a small quick stroke or a succession of small quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,2,1 ], "the act of snipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,2,2 ], "the sound of scissors or shears closing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,2,3 ], "a small piece of anything, esp| one that has been snipped off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,2,4 ], "a small cut made by snipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,2,5 ], "an informal word for bargain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,2,6 ], "something easily done; cinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,2,7 ], "a small or insignificant person or thing, esp| an irritating or insolent one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snip",1,3,1 ], "a representation of the sound of scissors or shears closing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe fly",1,1,1 ], "Rhagionidae), such as Rhagio scolopacea of Europe, having an elongated body and long legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snipe fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various predatory dipterous flies of the family Leptidae (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds of the genus Gallinago (or Capella) and related genera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,1,1 ], "family Scolopacidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,1,1 ], "such as G| gallinago , of marshes and river banks, having a long straight bill:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,1,2 ], "(sandpipers, etc|), order Charadriiformes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar related birds, such as certain sandpipers and curlews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,1,4 ], "a shot, esp| a gunshot, fired from a place of concealment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to attack (a person or persons) with a rifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,2,1 ], "from a place of concealment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,3,1 ], "to criticize adversely a person or persons from a position of security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipe",1,4,1 ], "to hunt or shoot snipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipefish",1,1,1 ], "Solenichthyes (sea horses, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snipefish",1,1,1 ], "any teleost fish of the family Macrorhamphosidae, of tropical and temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snipefish",1,1,1 ], "seas, having a deep body, long snout, and a single long dorsal fin: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sniper",1,1,1 ], "a rifleman who fires from a concealed place, esp| a military marksman assigned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sniper",1,1,1 ], "to single out and shoot enemy soldiers from a concealed position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sniperscope",1,1,1 ], "a snooperscope designed to be attached to a rifle or other weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snippet",1,1,1 ], "a small scrap or fragment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snips",1,1,1 ], "a small pair of shears used for cutting sheet metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snitch",1,1,1 ], "to steal; take, esp| in an underhand way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snitch",1,2,1 ], "to act as an informer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snitch",1,3,1 ], "an informer; telltale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snivel",1,1,1 ], "to sniffle as a sign of distress, esp| contemptibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snivel",1,1,2 ], "to utter(something) tearfully; whine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snivel",1,2,1 ], "to have a runny nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snivel",1,3,1 ], "an instance of snivelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snob",1,1,1 ], "a person who strives to associate with those of higher social status and who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snob",1,1,1 ], "behaves condescendingly to others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snob",1,1,2 ], "a person having similar pretensions with regard to his tastes, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snog",1,1,1 ], "to kiss and cuddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snog",1,2,1 ], "the act of kissing and cuddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snood",1,1,1 ], "a pouchlike hat, often of net, loosely holding a woman's hair at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snood",1,1,2 ], "a headband, esp| one formerly worn by young unmarried women in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snood",1,2,1 ], "to confine (the hair) in a snood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snook",1,1,1 ], "any of several large game fishes of the genus Centropomus, esp| C| undecimalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snook",1,1,1 ], "of tropical American marine and fresh waters: family Centropomidae (robalos)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snook",2,1,1 ], "a rude gesture, made by putting one thumb to the nose with the fingers of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snook",2,1,1 ], "hand outstretched (esp| in the phrase cock a snook)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snooker",1,1,1 ], "a game played on a billiard table with 15 red balls, six balls of other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooker",1,1,1 ], "colours, and a white cue ball| The object is to pot the balls in a certain order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snooker",1,1,2 ], "a shot in which the cue ball is left in a position such that another ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooker",1,1,2 ], "blocks the object ball| The opponent is then usually forced to play the cue ball off a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snooker",1,1,2 ], "cushion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snooker",1,2,1 ], "to leave (an opponent) in an unfavourable position by playing a snooker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooker",1,2,2 ], "to place (someone) in a difficult situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snoop",1,1,1 ], "to pry into the private business of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snoop",1,2,1 ], "a person who pries into the business of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snoop",1,2,2 ], "an act or instance of snooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snoot",1,1,1 ], "the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooty",1,1,1 ], "snootier, snootiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooty",1,1,2 ], "aloof or supercilious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooty",1,1,3 ], "snobbish or exclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooze",1,1,1 ], "to take a brief light sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snooze",1,2,1 ], "a nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snore",1,1,1 ], "by the soft palate vibrating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snore",1,1,1 ], "to breathe through the mouth and nose while asleep with snorting sounds caused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snore",1,2,1 ], "the act or sound of snoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snorkel",1,1,1 ], "a device allowing a swimmer to breathe while face down on the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snorkel",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snorkel",1,1,1 ], "water, consisting of a bent tube fitting into the mouth and projecting above the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snorkel",1,1,2 ], "(on a submarine) a retractable vertical device containing air-intake and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snorkel",1,1,2 ], "exhaust pipes for the engines and general ventilation: its use permits extended periods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snorkel",1,1,2 ], "of submergence at periscope depth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snorkel",1,2,1 ], "to swim with a snorkel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snort",1,1,1 ], "to exhale forcibly through the nostrils, making a characteristic noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snort",1,2,1 ], "(of a person) to express contempt or annoyance by such an exhalation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snort",1,3,1 ], "to utter in a contemptuous or annoyed manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snort",1,4,1 ], "a forcible exhalation of air through the nostrils, esp| (of persons) as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snort",1,4,1 ], "noise of contempt or annoyance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snort",1,4,2 ], "a short drink, esp| an alcoholic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snorter",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that snorts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snorter",1,1,2 ], "something outstandingly impressive or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snorter",1,1,3 ], "something or someone ridiculous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snot",1,1,1 ], "nasal mucus or discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snot",1,1,2 ], "a contemptible person| n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snotty" ,1, 3, 1],"a slang word for midshipman",1). c_DEF([ "snotty",1,1,1 ], "dirty with nasal discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snotty",1,1,2 ], "contemptible; nasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snotty",1,1,3 ], "snobbish; conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snotty",1,2,1 ], "a slang word for midshipman|?-!snottily adv|?-!snottiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout beetle",1,1,1 ], "another name for weevil ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,1 ], "jaws, and surrounding region, esp| when elongated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,1 ], "the part of the head of a vertebrate, esp| a mammal, consisting of the nose," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part of the head of such insects as weevils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,3 ], "anything projecting like a snout, such as a nozzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,4 ], "a person's nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,5 ], "a cigarette or tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,6 ], "have a snout on| Austral| slang| to have a grudge against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snout",1,1,7 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow bunting",1,1,1 ], "a bunting, Plectrophenax nivalis, of northern and arctic regions, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow bunting",1,1,1 ], "white plumage with dark markings on the wings, back, and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow devil",1,1,1 ], "a whirling column of snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow goose",1,1,1 ], "a North American goose, Anser hyperboreus (or Chen hyperborea or A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow goose",1,1,1 ], "caerulescens), having a white plumage with black wing tips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grey-green grasses of the genus Poa, of SE Australian mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow grass",1,1,1 ], "regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow gum",1,1,1 ], "another name for sallee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow job",1,1,1 ], "an instance of deceiving or overwhelming someone with elaborate often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow job",1,1,1 ], "insincere talk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow leopard",1,1,1 ], "a large feline mammal, Panthera uncia, of mountainous regions of central Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow leopard",1,1,1 ], "closely related to the leopard but having a long pale brown coat marked with black" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow leopard",1,1,1 ], "rosettes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snow line",1,1,1 ], "the altitudinal or latitudinal limit of permanent snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow plant",1,1,1 ], "America, having a fleshy scaly reddish stalk, no leaves, and pendulous scarlet flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow plant",1,1,1 ], "a saprophytic plant, Sarcodes sanguinea, of mountain pine forests of W North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow plant",1,1,1 ], "that are often produced before the snow melts: family Monotropaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snow tyre",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle tyre with deep treads and ridges to give improved grip on snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow tyre",1,1,1 ], "and ice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,1 ], "precipitation from clouds in the form of flakes of ice crystals formed in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,1 ], "upper atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,2 ], "a layer of snowflakes on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,3 ], "a fall of such precipitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,4 ], "anything resembling snow in whiteness, softness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,5 ], "noise in the receiver and occurring when the signal is weak or absent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,5 ], "the random pattern of white spots on a television or radar screen, produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,5,1 ], "cocaine crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,1,5,2 ], "heroin in powder form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,2,1 ], "to be the case that snow is falling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,3,1 ], "to cover or confine with a heavy fall of snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,3,2 ], "(often with it as subject) to fall or cause to fall as or like snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,4,1 ], "to deceive or overwhelm with elaborate often insincere talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow",1,4,2 ], "be snowed under| to be overwhelmed, esp| with paperwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow-blind",1,1,1 ], "reflection of sunlight from snow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow-blind",1,1,1 ], "temporarily unable to see or having impaired vision because of the intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow-in-summer",1,1,1 ], "another name for dusty miller ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow-on-the-mountain",1,1,1 ], "a North American euphorbiaceous plant, Euphorbia marginata, having white-edged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow-on-the-mountain",1,1,1 ], "leaves and showy white bracts surrounding small flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snow-white",1,1,1 ], "white as snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snow-white",1,1,2 ], "pure as white snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowball tree",1,1,1 ], "any of several caprifoliaceous shrubs of the genus Viburnum, esp| V| opulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowball tree",1,1,1 ], "pinkish flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "snowball tree",1,1,1 ], "var| roseum, a sterile cultivated variety with spherical clusters of white or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowball",1,1,1 ], "snow pressed into a ball for throwing, as in play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowball",1,1,2 ], "a drink made of advocaat and lemonade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowball",1,1,3 ], "a dance started by one couple who separate and choose different partners| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowball",1,1,3 ], "process continues until all present are dancing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowball",1,2,1 ], "to increase rapidly in size, importance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowball",1,3,1 ], "to throw snowballs at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowberry",1,1,1 ], "albus, cultivated for their small pink flowers and white berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowberry",1,1,1 ], "any of several caprifoliaceous shrubs of the genus Symphoricarpos, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowberry",1,1,2 ], "any of the berries of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowberry",1,1,3 ], "any of various other white-berried plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowbird",1,1,1 ], "a person with very white skin, esp| a tourist in a sunny climate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowbird",1,1,2 ], "a person addicted to cocaine, or sometimes heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowblink",1,1,1 ], "a whitish glare in the sky reflected from snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowbound",1,1,1 ], "confined to one place by heavy falls or drifts of snow; snowed-in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowcap",1,1,1 ], "a cap of snow, as on top of a mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowdrift",1,1,1 ], "a bank of deep snow driven together by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowdrop tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for silver bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowdrop",1,1,1 ], "any of several amaryllidaceous plants of the Eurasian genus Galanthus, esp| G|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowdrop",1,1,1 ], "nivalis, having drooping white bell-shaped flowers that bloom in early spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowfall",1,1,1 ], "a fall of snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowfall",1,1,2 ], "the amount of snow received in a specified place and time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowfield",1,1,1 ], "a large area of permanent snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowflake",1,1,1 ], "as snow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowflake",1,1,1 ], "one of the mass of small thin delicate arrangements of ice crystals that fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowflake",1,1,2 ], "L| vernum , that have white nodding bell-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowflake",1,1,2 ], "any of various European amaryllidaceous plants of the genus Leucojum, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowman",1,1,1 ], "a figure resembling a man, made of packed snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowmobile",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle for travelling on snow, esp| one with caterpillar tracks and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowmobile",1,1,1 ], "front skis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowplough",1,1,1 ], "an implement or vehicle for clearing away snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowplough",1,1,2 ], "a technique of turning the points of the skis inwards to turn or stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowshed",1,1,1 ], "a shelter built over an exposed section of railway track to prevent its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowshed",1,1,1 ], "blockage by snow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowshoe hare",1,1,1 ], "a N North American hare, Lepus americanus, having brown fur in summer, white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowshoe hare",1,1,1 ], "fur in winter, and heavily furred feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowshoe" ,1, 1, 1],"a device to facilitate walking on snow, esp| a racket-shaped frame with a",1). c_DEF([ "snowshoe" ,1, 1, 1],"network of thongs stretched across it",2). c_DEF([ "snowshoe" ,1, 2, 1],"to walk or go using snowshoes",1). c_DEF([ "snowstorm",1,1,1 ], "a storm with heavy snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowy egret",1,1,1 ], "a small American egret, Egretta thula, having a white plumage, yellow legs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowy egret",1,1,1 ], "and a black bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowy owl",1,1,1 ], "a large owl, Nyctea scandiaca, of tundra regions, having a white plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowy owl",1,1,1 ], "flecked with brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snowy",1,1,1 ], "snowier, snowiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowy",1,1,2 ], "covered with or abounding in snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowy",1,1,3 ], "characterized by snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snowy",1,1,4 ], "resembling snow in whiteness, purity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to insult (someone) deliberately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,1,2 ], "or cable around a post or other fixed object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,1,2 ], "to stop or check the motion of (a boat, horse, etc|) by taking turns of a rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,1,3 ], "to reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,2,1 ], "a deliberately insulting act or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,2,2 ], "an elastic shock absorber attached to a mooring line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,2,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub",1,3,1 ], "short and blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub-nosed",1,1,1 ], "having a short turned-up nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snub-nosed",1,1,2 ], "(of a pistol) having an extremely short barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuck",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of sneak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",1,1,1 ], "to inhale through the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at)(esp| of an animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",1,1,3 ], "to examine by sniffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",1,2,1 ], "an act or the sound of snuffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,1,1 ], "chewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,1,1 ], "finely powdered tobacco for sniffing up the nostrils or less commonly for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,1,2 ], "a small amount of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,1,3 ], "any powdered substance, esp| one for sniffing up the nostrils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,1,4 ], "up to snuff| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,1,4,1 ], "in good health or in good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,1,4,2 ], "Chiefly Brit| not easily deceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",2,2,1 ], "to use or inhale snuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",3,1,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to extinguish (a light from a naked flame, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",3,1,1 ], "candle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",3,1,2 ], "to cut off the charred part of (the wick of a candle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",3,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",3,1,4 ], "to suppress; put an end to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",3,1,5 ], "snuff it| Brit| informal| to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuff",3,2,1 ], "the burned portion of the wick of a candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffbox",1,1,1 ], "a container, often of elaborate ornamental design, for holding small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffbox",1,1,1 ], "quantities of snuff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snuffer",1,1,1 ], "a cone-shaped implement for extinguishing candles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffer",1,1,2 ], "an instrument resembling a pair of scissors for trimming the wick or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffer",1,1,2 ], "extinguishing the flame of a candle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snuffer",1,1,3 ], "a person who takes snuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffle",1,1,1 ], "to breathe noisily or with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffle",1,1,2 ], "to say or speak in a nasal tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffle",1,2,1 ], "to snivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffle",1,3,1 ], "an act or the sound of snuffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffle",1,3,2 ], "a nasal tone or voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffle",1,3,3 ], "the snuffles| a condition characterized by snuffling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffy",1,1,1 ], "snuffier, snuffiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffy",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling snuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffy",1,1,3 ], "covered with or smelling of snuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuffy",1,1,4 ], "unpleasant; disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,1,1 ], "comfortably warm and well-protected; cosy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,1,2 ], "small but comfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,1,3 ], "well-ordered; compact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,1,4 ], "sheltered and secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,1,5 ], "fitting closely and comfortably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,1,6 ], "offering safe concealment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,2,1 ], "(in Britain and Ireland) one of the bars in certain pubs, offering intimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,2,1 ], "seating for only a few persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,3,1 ], "to make or become comfortable and warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snug",1,3,3 ], "to make (a vessel) ready for a storm by lashing down gear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuggery",1,1,1 ], "a cosy and comfortable place or room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuggery",1,1,2 ], "another name for snug ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuggle",1,1,1 ], "affection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "snuggle",1,1,1 ], "to nestle into or draw close to (somebody or something) for warmth or from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snuggle",1,2,1 ], "the act of snuggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "snye",1,1,1 ], "a side channel of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so long",1,1,1 ], "farewell; goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by an adjective or adverb and a correlative clause often introduced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,1 ], "that) to such an extent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,10 ], "quite so| I agree; exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,11 ], "so be it| used to express agreement or resignation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,12 ], "so much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,12,1 ], "a certain degree or amount (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,12,2 ], "a lot (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,13 ], "so much for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,13,1 ], "no more can or need be said about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,13,2 ], "used to express contempt for something that has failed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,2 ], "to the same extent as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,4 ], "in the state or manner expressed or implied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,5 ], "also; likewise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,6 ], "provided that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,7 ], "and so on or forth| and continuing similarly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,8 ], "just so| arranged with precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,1,9 ], "or so| approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,2,1 ], "(subordinating; often foll| by that) in order (that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,2,2 ], "with the consequence (that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,2,3 ], "so as| in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,2,4 ], "(to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,3,1 ], "in consequence; hence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,3,2 ], "used to introduce a sentence expressing resignation, amazement, or sarcasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,3,3 ], "thereupon; and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,3,4 ], "used to introduce a sentence or clause to add emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,3,5 ], "so what!Informal| what importance does that have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,4,1 ], "used to substitute for a clause or sentence, which may be understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,5,1 ], "(used with is, was, etc|) factual; true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",1,6,1 ], "an exclamation of agreement, surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of soh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so-and-so",1,1,1 ], "a person whose name is forgotten or ignored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so-and-so",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing regarded as unpleasant or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so-called",1,1,1,1 ], "designated or styled by the name or word mentioned, esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so-called",1,1,2 ], "(in the speaker''s opinion) incorrectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so-called",1,1,2,2 ], "(also used parenthetically after a noun)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so-so",1,1,1 ], "neither good nor bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "so-so",1,2,1 ], "in an average or indifferent manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,1,1 ], "liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,1,1 ], "to make, become, or be thoroughly wet or saturated, esp| by immersion in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by in or into)(of a liquid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,1,3 ], "to penetrate or permeate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,2,1 ], "(of a permeable solid) to take in (a liquid) by absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,3,1 ], "to remove by immersion in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,4,1 ], "to heat (a metal) prior to working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,4,2 ], "to drink excessively or make or become drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,5,1 ], "to overcharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,6,1 ], "to put in pawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,7,1 ], "the act of immersing in a liquid or the period of immersion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,7,2 ], "detergent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,7,2 ], "the liquid in which something may be soaked, esp| a solution containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,7,3 ], "another name for soakage ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,7,4 ], "a heavy rainfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soak",1,7,5 ], "a person who drinks to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soakage",1,1,1 ], "the process or a period in which a permeable substance is soaked in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soakage",1,1,2 ], "liquid that has been soaked up or has seeped out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soakage",1,1,3 ], "a small pool of water or swampy patch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soakaway",1,1,1 ], "a pit filled with rubble, etc|, into which rain or waste water drains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap bubble",1,1,1 ], "a bubble formed from soapy water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap bubble",1,1,2 ], "something that is ephemeral but attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap opera",1,1,1 ], "a serialized drama, usually dealing with domestic themes and characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap opera",1,1,1 ], "sentimentality, broadcast on radio or television" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,1 ], "a cleaning or emulsifying agent made by reacting animal or vegetable fats or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,1 ], "oils with potassium or sodium hydroxide| Soaps often contain colouring matter and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,1 ], "perfume and act by emulsifying grease and lowering the surface tension of water, so" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,1 ], "that it more readily penetrates open materials such as textiles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,2 ], "any metallic salt of a fatty acid, such as palmitic or stearic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,3 ], "flattery or persuasive talk (esp| in the phrase soft soap)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,4 ], "money, esp| for bribery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,1,5 ], "no soap| U|S| slang| not possible or successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,2,1 ], "to apply soap to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,3,1 ], "to diminish in size, strength, etc|, as a cake of soap does with use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,4,1,1 ], "to flatter or talk persuasively to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soap",1,4,1,2 ], "U|S| to bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapbark",1,1,1 ], "a W South American rosaceous tree, Quillaja saponaria, with undivided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapbark",1,1,1 ], "evergreen leaves and small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soapbark",1,1,2 ], "the inner bark of this tree, formerly used as soap and as a source of saponin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapbark",1,1,3 ], "any of several trees or shrubs that have a bark similar to this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapberry",1,1,1 ], "Sapindus, esp| S| saponaria (or S| marginatus), having pulpy fruit containing saponin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soapberry",1,1,1 ], "any of various chiefly tropical American sapindaceous trees of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapberry",1,1,2 ], "a related plant, S| drummondii, of the southwestern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapberry",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapbox",1,1,1 ], "a box or crate for packing soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapbox",1,1,2 ], "a crate used as a platform for speech-making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapbox",1,1,3 ], "a child's homemade racing cart consisting of a wooden box set on a wooden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapbox",1,1,3 ], "frame with wheels and a steerable front axle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soapolallie",1,1,1 ], "a drink made by crushing soapberries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapstone",1,1,1 ], "a massive compact variety of talc, used for making tabletops, hearths," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapstone",1,1,1 ], "ornaments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soapsuds",1,1,1 ], "foam or lather made from soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapwort",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian caryophyllaceous plant, Saponaria officinalis, having rounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapwort",1,1,1 ], "clusters of fragrant pink or white flowers and leaves that were formerly used as a soap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soapwort",1,1,1 ], "substitute" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soapy",1,1,1 ], "soapier, soapiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapy",1,1,2 ], "containing or covered with soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapy",1,1,3 ], "resembling or characteristic of soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soapy",1,1,4 ], "flattering or persuasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soar",1,1,1 ], "to rise or fly upwards into the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soar",1,1,2 ], "(of a bird, aircraft, etc|) to glide while maintaining altitude by the use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soar",1,1,2 ], "ascending air currents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soar",1,1,3 ], "to rise or increase in volume, size, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soar",1,2,1 ], "the act of soaring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soar",1,2,2 ], "the altitude attained by soaring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sob sister",1,1,1 ], "a journalist, esp| a woman, on a newspaper or magazine who gives advice in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sob sister",1,1,1 ], "reply to readers' letters and writes articles of sentimental appeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sob story",1,1,1 ], "a tale of personal distress intended to arouse sympathy, esp| one offered as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sob story",1,1,1 ], "an excuse or apology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sob",1,1,1 ], "to weep with convulsive gasps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sob",1,2,1 ], "to utter with sobs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sob",1,2,2 ], "to cause (oneself) to be in a specified state by sobbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sob",1,3,1 ], "a convulsive gasp made in weeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sobeit",1,1,1 ], "provided that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sober",1,1,1 ], "not drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sober",1,1,2 ], "not given to excessive indulgence in drink or any other activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sober",1,1,3 ], "sedate and rational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sober",1,1,4 ], "(of colours) plain and dull or subdued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sober",1,1,5 ], "free from exaggeration or speculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sober",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) to make or become less intoxicated, reckless, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sobriety",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being sober" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sobriety",1,1,2 ], "the quality of refraining from excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sobriety",1,1,3 ], "the quality of being serious or sedate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sobriquet",1,1,1 ], "a humorous epithet, assumed name, or nickname" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socage",1,1,1 ], "the tenure of land by certain services, esp| of an agricultural nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socage",1,1,2 ], "the freehold tenure of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soccer",1,1,1,1 ], "a game in which two teams of eleven players try to kick or head a ball into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soccer",1,1,1,1 ], "ball with his hands and arms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soccer",1,1,1,1 ], "their opponent's goal, only the goalkeeper on either side being allowed to touch the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soccer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociable",1,1,1 ], "friendly or companionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociable",1,1,2 ], "(of an occasion) providing the opportunity for friendliness and conviviality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociable",1,2,1 ], "another name for social ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociable",1,2,2 ], "a type of open carriage with two seats facing each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social accounting",1,1,1 ], "publication of economic statistics, such as gross national product and national income" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social accounting",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of the economy by sectors leading to the calculation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social anthropology",1,1,1 ], "as kinship systems or beliefs, esp| of nonliterate peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social anthropology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of anthropology that deals with cultural and social phenomena such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social assistance",1,1,1 ], "a monetary allowance paid to various groups of people by the state to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social assistance",1,1,1 ], "supplement their income or their national insurance benefits; welfare; relief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social assistance",1,1,2 ], "a government programme that provides for such benefits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social climber",1,1,1 ], "a person who seeks advancement to a higher social class, esp| by obsequious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social climber",1,1,1 ], "behaviour| Sometimes shortened to climber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social contract",1,1,1 ], "(in the theories of Rousseau and others) an agreement, entered into by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social contract",1,1,1 ], "individuals, that results in the formation of the state or of organized society, the prime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social contract",1,1,1 ], "motive being the desire for protection, which entails the surrender of some or all" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "social contract",1,1,1 ], "personal liberties" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "social democracy",1,1,1 ], "or of social democrats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social democracy",1,1,1 ], "the beliefs, principles, practices, or programme of a Social Democratic Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social democrat",1,1,1 ], "any socialist who believes in the gradual transformation of capitalism into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social democrat",1,1,1 ], "democratic socialism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social democrat",1,1,2 ], "a member of a Social Democratic Party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social evolution",1,1,1 ], "organization to one that is complex and highly specialized" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social evolution",1,1,1 ], "the process of social development from an early simple type of social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social insurance",1,1,1 ], "as general government revenue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "social insurance",1,1,1 ], "government insurance providing coverage for the unemployed, the injured, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social insurance",1,1,1 ], "old, etc|: usually financed by contributions from employers and employees, as well" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social organization",1,1,1 ], "provides a basis for order and patterns relationships for new members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social organization",1,1,1 ], "the formation of a stable structure of relations inside a group, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social psychology",1,1,1 ], "groups and the effect of society on behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social psychology",1,1,1 ], "the area of psychology concerned with the interaction between individuals and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social science",1,1,1 ], "society, including economics, history, political science, psychology, anthropology, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social science",1,1,1 ], "sociology" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "social science",1,1,1 ], "the study of society and of the relationship of individual members within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social secretary",1,1,1 ], "a member of an organization who arranges its social events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social secretary",1,1,2 ], "a personal secretary who deals with private correspondence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social security",1,1,1 ], "public provision for the economic, and sometimes social, welfare of the aged," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social security",1,1,1 ], "unemployed, etc|, esp| through pensions and other monetary assistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social security",1,1,2 ], "a government programme designed to provide such assistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social services",1,1,1 ], "personnel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social services",1,1,1 ], "welfare activities organized by the state and carried out by trained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social work",1,1,1 ], "any of various social services designed to alleviate the conditions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social work",1,1,1 ], "poor and aged and to increase the welfare of children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,1 ], "living or preferring to live in a community rather than alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to human society or any of its subdivisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,3 ], "interaction of persons forming groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the experience, behaviour, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,4 ], "activities, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,4 ], "relating to or having the purpose of promoting companionship, communal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,5 ], "relating to or engaged in social services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,6 ], "relating to or considered appropriate to a certain class of society, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,6 ], "thought superior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,7 ], "(esp| of certain species of insects) living together in organized colonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,1,8 ], "(of plant species) growing in clumps, usually over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,2,1 ], "an informal gathering, esp| of an organized group, to promote companionship," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "social",1,2,1 ], "communal activity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,1 ], "an economic theory or system in which the means of production, distribution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,1 ], "and exchange are owned by the community collectively, usually through the state| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,1 ], "government determination of investment, prices, and production levels" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,1 ], "individual wealth, by the absence of competitive economic activity, and, usually, by" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,1 ], "is characterized by production for use rather than profit, by equality of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,2 ], "any of various social or political theories or movements in which the common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,2 ], "welfare is to be achieved through the establishment of a socialist economic system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,3 ], "(in Marxist theory) a transitional stage after the proletarian revolution in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,3 ], "distribution of income according to work rather than need" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "socialism",1,1,3 ], "the development of a society from capitalism to communism: characterized by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socialist",1,1,1 ], "(socialist party)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socialist",1,1,1 ], "a supporter or advocate of socialism or any party promoting socialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialist",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, implementing, or relating to socialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialist",1,2,2 ], "of, characteristic of, or relating to socialists or a socialist party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialistic",1,1,1 ], "resembling or sympathizing with socialism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialite",1,1,1 ], "a person who is or seeks to be prominent in fashionable society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociality",1,1,1 ], "communities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sociality",1,1,1 ], "the tendency of groups and persons to develop social links and live in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociality",1,1,2 ], "the quality or state of being social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialization",1,1,1 ], "the demands of social life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socialization",1,1,1 ], "the modification from infancy of an individual's behaviour to conform with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialization",1,1,2 ], "the act of socializing or the state of being socialized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialize",1,1,1 ], "to behave in a friendly or sociable manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialize",1,2,1 ], "to prepare for life in society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socialize",1,3,1 ], "nationalization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socialize",1,3,1 ], "to alter or create so as to be in accordance with socialist principles, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "societal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to society, esp| human society or social relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,1 ], "the totality of social relationships among organized groups of human beings or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,2 ], "a system of human organizations generating distinctive cultural patterns and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,2 ], "for its members" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,2 ], "institutions and usually providing protection, security, continuity, and a national identity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,3 ], "or its dominant class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,3 ], "such a system with reference to its mode of social and economic organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,4 ], "those with whom one has companionship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,5 ], "account of some common interest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,5 ], "an organized group of people associated for some specific purpose or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,5,1 ], "fashionable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,5,1 ], "the privileged class of people in a community, esp| as considered superior or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,6 ], "the social life and intercourse of such people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,7 ], "companionship; the fact or state of being together with someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "society",1,1,8 ], "a small community of plants within a larger association" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socio-",1,1,1 ], "denoting social or society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociobiology",1,1,1 ], "the study of social behaviour in animals and humans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socioeconomic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or involving both economic and social factors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociolinguistics",1,1,1 ], "the study of language in relation to its social context" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociology",1,1,1 ], "human societies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sociology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the development, organization, functioning, and classification of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociol|",1,1,1 ], "sociology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociometry",1,1,1 ], "groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sociometry",1,1,1 ], "the study of sociological relationships, esp| of preferences, within social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociopath",1,1,1 ], "a person who is likely to perform antisocial actions or crimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sociopolitical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or involving both political and social factors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock away",1,1,1 ], "to save up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,1 ], "a cloth covering for the foot, reaching to between the ankle and knee and worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,1 ], "inside a shoe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,2 ], "an insole put in a shoe, as to make it fit better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,3 ], "a light shoe worn by actors in ancient Greek and Roman comedy, sometimes taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,3 ], "to allude to comic drama in general (as in the phrase sock and buskin)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,4 ], "another name for windsock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,5 ], "order to regain control of a situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,5 ], "pull one's socks up| Brit| informal| to make a determined effort, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,1,6 ], "put a sock in it| Brit| slang| be quiet!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,2,1 ], "to provide with socks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,2,2 ], "socked in| U|S| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",1,2,3 ], "(of an airport) closed by adverse weather conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",2,1,1 ], "to hit with force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",2,1,2 ], "sock it to| Slang| to make a forceful impression on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sock",2,2,1 ], "a forceful blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sockdologer",1,1,1 ], "a decisive blow or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sockdologer",1,1,2 ], "an outstanding person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket wrench",1,1,1 ], "a wrench having a handle onto which socketed heads of various sizes can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket wrench",1,1,1 ], "fitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,1 ], "a device into which an electric plug can be inserted in order to make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,1 ], "connection in a circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,2 ], "Informal Brit| names: point, plug|U|S| name: outlet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,2 ], "such a device mounted on a wall and connected to the electricity supply|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,3 ], "a part with an opening or hollow into which some other part, such as a pipe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,3 ], "probe, etc|, can be fitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,4 ], "a spanner head having a recess suitable to be fitted over the head of a bolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,4,1 ], "a bony hollow into which a part or structure fits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,1,4,2 ], "the receptacle of a ball-and-socket joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socket",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with or place into a socket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sockeye",1,1,1 ], "a Pacific salmon, Oncorhynchus nerka, having red flesh and valued as a food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sockeye",1,1,1 ], "fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "socle",1,1,1 ], "another name for plinth ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "socman",1,1,1 ], "a tenant holding land by socage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sod off",1,1,1 ], "to go away; depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sod" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece of grass-covered surface soil held together by the roots of the grass;",1). c_DEF([ "sod" ,1, 1, 1],"turf",2). c_DEF([ "sod" ,1, 1, 2],"the ground",1). c_DEF([ "sod" ,1, 2, 1],"to cover with sods",1). c_DEF([ "sod",2,1,1 ], "a person considered to be obnoxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sod",2,1,2 ], "a jocular word for a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sod",2,2,1 ], "a strong exclamation of annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda ash",1,1,1 ], "the anhydrous commercial form of sodium carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda biscuit",1,1,1 ], "a biscuit leavened with sodium bicarbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda bread",1,1,1 ], "a doughy bread leavened with sodium bicarbonate combined with milk and cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda bread",1,1,1 ], "of tartar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soda fountain",1,1,1 ], "a counter that serves drinks, snacks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda fountain",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus dispensing soda water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda jerk",1,1,1 ], "a person who serves at a soda fountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda lime",1,1,1 ], "a solid mixture of sodium and calcium hydroxides used to absorb carbon dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda lime",1,1,1 ], "and to dry gases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soda nitre",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chile saltpetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda pop",1,1,1 ], "a fizzy drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda siphon",1,1,1 ], "a sealed bottle containing and dispensing soda water| The water is forced up a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda siphon",1,1,1 ], "tube reaching to the bottom of the bottle by the pressure of gas above the water|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soda water",1,1,1 ], "an effervescent beverage made by charging water with carbon dioxide under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda water",1,1,1 ], "pressure| Sometimes shortened to soda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soda",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of simple inorganic compounds of sodium, such as sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda",1,1,1 ], "carbonate (washing soda), sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), and sodium hydroxide (caustic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soda",1,1,1 ], "soda)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soda",1,1,2 ], "a fizzy drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soda",1,1,3 ], "the top card of the pack in faro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodalite",1,1,1 ], "a blue, grey, yellow, or colourless mineral consisting of sodium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodalite",1,1,1 ], "rocks| Formula: Na4Al3Si3O12Cl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodalite",1,1,1 ], "silicate and sodium chloride in cubic crystalline form| It occurs in basic igneous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodality",1,1,1 ], "a religious or charitable society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodality",1,1,2 ], "fraternity; fellowship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodamide",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline compound used as a dehydrating agent, as a chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodamide",1,1,1 ], "reagent, and in making sodium cyanide| Formula: NaNH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodden",1,1,1 ], "completely saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodden",1,1,1,1 ], "dulled, esp| by excessive drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodden",1,1,1,2 ], "a drink-sodden mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodden",1,1,2 ], "heavy or doughy, as bread is when improperly cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodden",1,1,3 ], "cooked by boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodden",1,2,1 ], "to make or become sodden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium benzoate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble compound used in preserving food, as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium benzoate",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic, and in making dyes and pharmaceuticals| Formula: Na(C\6H\5COO)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium bicarbonate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble compound usually obtained by the Solvay process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium bicarbonate",1,1,1 ], "and used in effervescent drinks, baking powders, fire extinguishers, and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium bicarbonate",1,1,1 ], "medicine as an antacid; sodium hydrogen carbonate| Formula: NaHCO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white odourless soluble crystalline compound existing in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "and as an industrial and domestic cleansing agent| It is made by the Solvay process" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "and commonly obtained as the decahydrate (washing soda or sal soda) or a white" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sodium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "anhydrous powder (soda ash)| Formula: Na2CO3" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "sodium carbonate",1,1,1 ], "several hydrated forms and used in the manufacture of glass, ceramics, soap, and paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium chlorate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline soluble compound used as a bleaching agent, weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium chlorate",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic, and weedkiller| Formula: NaClO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium chloride",1,1,1 ], "called: salt" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sodium chloride",1,1,1 ], "common table salt; a soluble colourless crystalline compound occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium chloride",1,1,1 ], "food and in the manufacture of chemicals, glass, and soap| Formula: NaCl| Also" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium chloride",1,1,1 ], "naturally as halite and in sea water: widely used as a seasoning and preservative for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium cyanide",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless crystalline soluble poisonous compound with an odour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium cyanide",1,1,1 ], "and for case-hardening steel| Formula: NaCN" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium cyanide",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen cyanide when damp| It is used for extracting gold and silver from their ores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium dichromate",1,1,1 ], "Na2Cr2O7" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium dichromate",1,1,1 ], "a soluble crystalline solid compound, usually obtained as red or orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium dichromate",1,1,1 ], "crystals and used as an oxidizing agent, corrosion inhibitor, and mordant| Formula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium fluoroacetate",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Na(CH\2FCOO)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium fluoroacetate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline odourless poisonous compound, used as a rodenticide|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium glutamate",1,1,1 ], "another name for monosodium glutamate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "a white deliquescent strongly alkaline solid used in the manufacture of rayon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium hydroxide",1,1,1 ], "paper, aluminium, soap, and sodium compounds| Formula: NaOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium hyposulphite",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for sodium thiosulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium lamp",1,1,1 ], "another name for sodium-vapour lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium nitrate",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline soluble solid compound occurring naturally as Chile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium nitrate",1,1,1 ], "fertilizer| Formula: NaNO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium nitrate",1,1,1 ], "saltpetre and caliche and used in matches, explosives, and rocket propellants, and as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium perborate",1,1,1 ], "Formula: NaBO2|H2O2|3H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium perborate",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless crystalline compound used as an antiseptic and deodorant| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium perborate",1,1,1 ], "is sodium metaborate with both water and hydrogen peroxide of crystallization|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium peroxide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Na2O2" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sodium peroxide",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-white odourless soluble powder formed when sodium reacts with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium peroxide",1,1,1 ], "agent, an antiseptic, and in removing carbon dioxide from air in submarines, etc|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium peroxide",1,1,1 ], "excess of oxygen: used as an oxidizing agent in chemical preparations, a bleaching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium phosphate",1,1,1 ], "(disodium monohydrogen orthophosphate), and Na3PO4 (trisodium orthophosphate)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium phosphate",1,1,1 ], "any sodium salt of any phosphoric acid, esp| one of three salts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium phosphate",1,1,1 ], "orthophosphoric acid having formulas NaH2PO4 (monosodium dihydrogen orthophosphate), Na2HPO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium propionate",1,1,1 ], "Na(C\2H\5COO)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium propionate",1,1,1 ], "a transparent crystalline soluble substance used as a medical fungicide and to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium propionate",1,1,1 ], "prevent the growth of moulds, esp| to retard spoilage in packed foods| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium silicate",1,1,1 ], "a substance having the general formula, Na2O|xSiO2, where x varies between 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium silicate",1,1,1 ], "and 5, existing as an amorphous powder or present in a usually viscous aqueous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium silicate",1,1,1 ], "solution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium silicate",1,1,2 ], "any sodium salt of orthosilicic acid or metasilicic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "a solid white substance that occurs naturally as thenardite and is usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "decahydrate (Glauber's salt) in making glass, detergents, and pulp| Formula: Na2SO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium sulphate",1,1,1 ], "used as the white anhydrous compound (salt cake) or the white crystalline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium thiosulphate",1,1,1 ], "a white soluble substance used, in the pentahydrate form, in photography as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium thiosulphate",1,1,1 ], "chlorinated water| Formula: Na2S2O3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium thiosulphate",1,1,1 ], "fixer to dissolve unchanged silver halides and also to remove excess chlorine from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium thiosulphate",1,1,1 ], "hyposulphite, hypo" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sodium",1,1,1,1 ], "a very reactive soft silvery-white element of the alkali metal group occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium",1,1,1,1 ], "in nuclear reactors| Symbol: Na; atomic no|: 11; atomic wt|: 22|99; valency: 1;" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "sodium",1,1,1,1 ], "maintain the essential electrolytic balance in living cells| It is used in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium",1,1,1,1 ], "principally in common salt, Chile saltpetre, and cryolite| Sodium and potassium ions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodium",1,1,1,1 ], "production of chemicals, in metallurgy, and, alloyed with potassium, as a cooling medium" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sodium",1,1,1,1 ], "relative density: 0|97; melting pt|: 97|81 degrees C; boiling pt|: 892 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "sodium",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium-vapour lamp",1,1,1 ], "a type of electric lamp consisting of a glass tube containing neon and sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodium-vapour lamp",1,1,1 ], "light| They are used in street lighting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sodium-vapour lamp",1,1,1 ], "vapour at low pressure through which an electric current is passed to give an orange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sodomite",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises sodomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sodomy",1,1,1 ], "anal intercourse committed by a man with another man or a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soever",1,1,1 ], "in any way at all: used to emphasize or make less precise a word or phrase," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soever",1,1,1 ], "intervening words" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soever",1,1,1 ], "usually in combination with what, where, when, how, etc|, or else separated by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sofa bed",1,1,1 ], "a sofa that can be converted into a bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sofa",1,1,1 ], "an upholstered seat with back and arms for two or more people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sofar",1,1,1 ], "a system for determining a position at sea, esp| that of survivors of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sofar",1,1,1 ], "disaster, by exploding a charge underwater at that point| The times taken for the shock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sofar",1,1,1 ], "to calculate their position" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sofar",1,1,1 ], "waves to travel through the water to three widely separated shore stations are used" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soffit",1,1,1 ], "arch, beam, stair, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soffit",1,1,1 ], "the underside of a part of a building or a structural component, such as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soffit",1,1,2 ], "the upper inner surface of a drain or sewer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft chancre",1,1,1 ], "a venereal ulcer caused by an infection that is not syphilitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft clam",1,1,1 ], "another name for the soft-shell clam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft coal",1,1,1 ], "another name for bituminous coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft drink",1,1,1 ], "a nonalcoholic drink, usually cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft furnishings",1,1,1 ], "curtains, hangings, rugs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft goods",1,1,1 ], "another name for dry goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft landing",1,1,1 ], "a landing by a spacecraft on the moon or a planet at a sufficiently low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft landing",1,1,1 ], "velocity for the equipment or occupants to remain unharmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft palate",1,1,1 ], "muscular flap that seals off the nasopharynx during swallowing and speech" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft palate",1,1,1 ], "the posterior fleshy portion of the roof of the mouth| It forms a movable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft paste",1,1,1,1 ], "artificial porcelain made from clay, bone ash, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft paste",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft rot",1,1,1 ], "any of various bacterial or fungal plant diseases characterized by watery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft rot",1,1,1 ], "disintegration of fruits, roots, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft sell",1,1,1 ], "a method of selling based on indirect suggestion or inducement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft shoulder",1,1,1 ], "a soft edge along the side of a road that is unsuitable for vehicles to drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft shoulder",1,1,1 ], "on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft soap" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,green soap",1). c_DEF([ "soft soap" ,1, 1, 2],"flattering, persuasive, or cajoling talk",1). c_DEF([ "soft soap" ,1, 2, 2],"to use such talk on (a person)",1). c_DEF([ "soft spot",1,1,1 ], "a sentimental fondness (esp| in the phrase have a soft spot for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft touch",1,1,1 ], "a person easily persuaded or imposed on, esp| to lend money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft wheat",1,1,1 ], "a type of wheat with soft kernels and a high starch content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,1 ], "easy to dent, work, or cut without shattering; malleable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,10 ], "kind or lenient, often excessively so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,11 ], "easy to influence or impose upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,12 ], "feeble or silly; simple (often in the phrase soft in the head)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,13 ], "unable to endure hardship, esp| through too much pampering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,14 ], "physically out of condition; flabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,15 ], "loving; tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,16 ], "requiring little exertion; easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,17 ], "(of water) relatively free of mineral salts and therefore easily able to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,17 ], "soap lather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,18 ], "(of a drug such as cannabis) nonaddictive or only mildly addictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,18,1 ], "an older word for lenis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,18,2 ], "(not in technical usage) denoting the consonants c and g in English when they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,18,2 ], "are pronounced as palatal or alveolar fricatives or affricates (s, d#f, #s, , t#s)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,18,2 ], "before e and i, rather than as velar stops (k, g)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,18,3 ], "(in the Slavonic languages) palatalized before a front vowel or a special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,18,3 ], "character (soft sign) written as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,19 ], "unarmoured, esp| as applied to a truck by comparison with a tank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,2 ], "not hard; giving little or no resistance to pressure or weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,20 ], "(of prices, a market, etc|) unstable and tending to decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,21 ], "(of money or currency)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,21,1 ], "relatively unstable in exchange value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,21,2 ], "in paper rather than coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,22 ], "(of radiation, such as x-rays and ultraviolet radiation) having low energy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,22 ], "not capable of deep penetration of materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,23 ], "soft on or about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,23,1 ], "gentle, sympathetic, or lenient towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,23,2 ], "feeling affection or infatuation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,3 ], "fine, light, smooth, or fluffy to the touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,4 ], "gentle; tranquil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,5 ], "(of music, sounds, etc|) low and pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,6 ], "(of light, colour, etc|) not excessively bright or harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,7 ], "(of a breeze, climate, etc|) temperate, mild, or pleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,8 ], "slightly blurred; not sharply outlined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,1,9 ], "(of a diet) consisting of easily digestible foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,2,1 ], "in a soft manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,3,1 ], "a soft object, part, or piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,4,1 ], "Archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,4,2 ], "quiet!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft",1,4,3 ], "wait!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-boiled",1,1,1 ], "(of an egg) boiled for a short time so that the yolk is still soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-boiled",1,1,2 ], "soft-hearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-centred",1,1,1 ], "(of a chocolate or boiled sweet) having a centre consisting of cream, jelly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-centred",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft-cover",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for paperback" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-finned",1,1,1 ], "(of certain teleost fishes) having fins that are supported by flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-finned",1,1,1 ], "cartilaginous rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft-headed",1,1,1 ], "feeble-minded; stupid; simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-pedal" ,1, 1, 1],"to mute the tone of (a piano) by depressing the soft pedal",1). c_DEF([ "soft-pedal" ,1, 1, 2],"failing to emphasize or allude to it",2). c_DEF([ "soft-pedal" ,1, 1, 2],"to make (something, esp| something unpleasant) less obvious by deliberately",1). c_DEF([ "soft-shell clam",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to soft-shell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shell clam",1,1,1 ], "any of several marine clams of the genus Mya, esp| M| arenaria, an edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shell clam",1,1,1 ], "species of coastal regions of the U|S| and Europe, having a thin brittle shell|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shell crab",1,1,1 ], "a crab, esp| of the edible species Cancer pagurus, that has recently moulted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shell crab",1,1,1 ], "and has not yet formed its new shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shelled turtle",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater turtle of the family Trionychidae, having a flattened soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shelled turtle",1,1,1 ], "shell consisting of bony plates covered by a leathery skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shoe",1,1,1 ], "as modifier relating to a type of tap dancing performed wearing soft-soled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-shoe",1,1,1 ], "shoes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soft-spoken",1,1,1 ], "speaking or said with a soft gentle voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soft-spoken",1,1,2 ], "able to persuade or impress by glibness of tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softa",1,1,1 ], "a Muslim student of divinity and jurisprudence, esp| in Turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softball",1,1,1 ], "a variation of baseball using a larger softer ball, pitched underhand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softball",1,1,2 ], "the ball used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soften up",1,1,1 ], "to make or become soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soften up",1,2,1 ], "to weaken (an enemy's defences) by shelling, bombing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soften up",1,3,1 ], "to weaken the resistance of (a person) by persuasive talk, advances, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soften",1,1,1 ], "to make or become soft or softer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softener",1,1,1 ], "a substance added to another substance to increase its softness, pliability," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softener",1,1,1 ], "or plasticity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "softener",1,1,2 ], "a substance, such as a zeolite, for softening water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softening of the brain",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal softening of the tissues of the cerebrum characterized by various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softening of the brain",1,1,1 ], "degrees of mental impairment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "softhearted",1,1,1 ], "easily moved to pity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "software",1,1,1 ], "supplied by the manufacturers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "software",1,1,1 ], "the programs that can be used with a particular computer system, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softwood",1,1,1 ], "cedar, as distinguished from that of a dicotyledonous tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "softwood",1,1,1 ], "the open-grained wood of any of numerous coniferous trees, such as pine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softwood",1,1,2 ], "any tree yielding this wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "softy",1,1,1 ], "a person who is sentimental, weakly foolish, or lacking in physical endurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soggy",1,1,2 ], "soaked with liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soggy",1,1,3 ], "(of bread, pastry, etc|) moist and heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soggy",1,1,4 ], "lacking in spirit or positiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soh",1,1,1 ], "(in tonic sol-fa) the name used for the fifth note or dominant of any scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soho",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation announcing the sighting of a hare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soho",1,1,2 ], "an exclamation announcing the discovery of something unexpected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soi-disant",1,1,1 ], "so-called; self-styled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soign" ,1, 1, 1],"well-groomed; elegant",1). c_DEF([ "soil bank",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a federal programme by which farmers are paid to divert land to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil bank",1,1,1 ], "soil-enriching crops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soil conservation",1,1,1 ], "of the fertilizing elements for crop production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soil conservation",1,1,1 ], "the preservation of soil against deterioration or erosion, and the maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil pipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe that conveys sewage or waste water from a toilet, etc|, to a soil drain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil pipe",1,1,1 ], "or sewer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soil",1,1,1 ], "disintegrated rock particles, humus, water, and air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soil",1,1,1 ], "the top layer of the land surface of the earth that is composed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",1,1,2 ], "a type of this material having specific characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",1,1,3 ], "land, country, or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",1,1,4 ], "the soil| life and work on a farm; land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",1,1,5 ], "any place or thing encouraging growth or development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",2,1,1 ], "to make or become dirty or stained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",2,2,1 ], "to pollute with sin or disgrace; sully; defile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",2,3,1 ], "the state or result of soiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",2,3,2 ], "refuse, manure, or excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soil",3,1,1 ], "to feed (livestock) freshly cut green fodder either to fatten or purge them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soilage",1,1,1 ], "green fodder, esp| when freshly cut and fed to livestock in a confined area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soilure",1,1,1 ], "the act of soiling or the state of being soiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soilure",1,1,2 ], "a stain or blot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soiree",1,1,1 ], "an evening party or other gathering given usually at a private house, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soiree",1,1,1 ], "where guests are invited to listen to, play, or dance to music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soixante-neuf",1,1,1 ], "a sexual activity in which two people simultaneously stimulate each other's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soixante-neuf",1,1,1 ], "genitalia with their mouths" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sojourn",1,1,1 ], "a temporary stay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sojourn",1,2,1 ], "to stay or reside temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soke",1,1,1 ], "the right to hold a local court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soke",1,1,2 ], "the territory under the jurisdiction of a particular court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sokeman",1,1,1 ], "(in the Danelaw) a freeman enjoying extensive rights, esp| over his land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sol",1,1,1 ], "another name for soh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sol",2,1,1 ], "a former French copper or silver coin, usually worth 12 deniers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sol",3,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Peru, divided into 100 centavos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sol",4,1,1 ], "a colloid that has a continuous liquid phase, esp| one in which a solid is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sol",4,1,1 ], "suspended in a liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sol-fa" ,1, 1, 1],"short for ,tonic sol-fa",1). c_DEF([ "sol-fa" ,1, 2, 2],"to use tonic sol-fa syllables in singing (a tune)",1). c_DEF([ "sola",1,1,1 ], "the feminine form of solus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solace",1,1,1 ], "comfort in misery, disappointment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solace",1,1,2 ], "something that gives comfort or consolation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solace",1,2,1 ], "to give comfort or cheer to (a person) in time of sorrow, distress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solace",1,2,2 ], "to alleviate (sorrow, misery, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solan",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for the gannet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solanaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Solanaceae, a family of plants having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solanaceous",1,1,1 ], "or narcotic properties: includes the potato, tobacco, henbane, mandrake, and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solanaceous",1,1,1 ], "several nightshades" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "solanaceous",1,1,1 ], "typically tubular flowers with reflexed petals, protruding anthers, and often poisonous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solander",1,1,1 ], "a book, the front cover being the lid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solander",1,1,1 ], "a box for botanical specimens, maps, colour plates, etc|, made in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solanum",1,1,1 ], "Solanum: includes the potato, aubergine, and certain nightshades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solanum",1,1,1 ], "any tree, shrub, or herbaceous plant of the mainly tropical solanaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar apex",1,1,1 ], "another name for apex ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar cell",1,1,1 ], "a photovoltaic cell that produces electricity from the sun's rays, used esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar cell",1,1,1 ], "in spacecraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solar constant",1,1,1 ], "has been corrected for| Its value is 1388 watts per square metre" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solar constant",1,1,1 ], "surface when the sun is at its mean distance from the earth and atmospheric absorption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solar constant",1,1,1 ], "the rate at which the sun's energy is received per unit area on the earth's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar flare",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to flare" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solar flare",1,1,1 ], "a brief powerful eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar flare",1,1,1 ], "surface, associated with sunspots and causing radio and magnetic disturbances on earth|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solar furnace",1,1,1 ], "a furnace utilizing the sun as a heat source, sunlight being concentrated at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar furnace",1,1,1 ], "the focus of a system of concave mirrors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solar myth",1,1,1 ], "a myth explaining or allegorizing the origin or movement of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar plexus",1,1,1 ], "abdominal organs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solar plexus",1,1,1 ], "the network of sympathetic nerves situated behind the stomach that supply the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar plexus",1,1,2 ], "the part of the stomach beneath the diaphragm; pit of the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar system",1,1,1 ], "Pluto), the asteroids, and comets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solar system",1,1,1 ], "including the planets (Mercury, Venus, earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solar system",1,1,1 ], "the system containing the sun and the bodies held in its gravitational field," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar wind",1,1,1 ], "and causes auroral displays" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "solar wind",1,1,1 ], "terrestial magnetism, some of the particles being trapped by the magnetic lines of force," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solar wind",1,1,1 ], "the stream of charged particles, such as protons, emitted by the sun at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar wind",1,1,1 ], "velocities, its intensity increasing during periods of solar activity| It affects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar",1,1,2 ], "operating by or utilizing the energy of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar",1,1,3 ], "determined from the motion of the earth relative to the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solar",1,1,4 ], "subject to the influence of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solarimeter",1,1,1 ], "any of various instruments for measuring solar radiation, as by use of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solarimeter",1,1,1 ], "bolometer or thermopile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solarism",1,1,1 ], "the explanation of myths in terms of the movements and influence of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solarium",1,1,1 ], "a room built largely of glass to afford exposure to the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solarize",1,1,1 ], "to treat by exposure to the sun's rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solarize",1,1,2 ], "and then redeveloping" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solarize",1,1,2 ], "outlines of highlights, by exposing it briefly to light after developing and washing," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solarize",1,1,2 ], "to reverse some of the tones of (a negative or print) and introduce pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solarize",1,1,3 ], "light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solarize",1,1,3 ], "to expose (a patient) to the therapeutic effects of solar or ultraviolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sold",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of sell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sold",1,2,1 ], "sold on| Slang| uncritically attached to or enthusiastic about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldan",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for sultan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solder",1,1,1 ], "a thin layer between the surfaces| Soft solders are alloys of lead and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solder",1,1,1 ], "an alloy for joining two metal surfaces by melting the alloy so that it forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solder",1,1,1 ], "tin;brazing solders are alloys of copper and zinc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solder",1,1,2 ], "something that joins things together firmly; a bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solder",1,2,1 ], "to join or mend or be joined or mended with or as if with solder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldering iron",1,1,1 ], "a hand tool consisting of a handle fixed to an iron or copper tip that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldering iron",1,1,1 ], "heated, electrically or in a flame, and used to melt and apply solder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soldier of fortune",1,1,1 ], "a man who seeks money or adventure as a soldier; mercenary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier on",1,1,1 ], "to persist in one's efforts in spite of difficulties, pressure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier orchid",1,1,1 ], "a European orchid, Orchis militaris, having pale purple flowers with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier orchid",1,1,1 ], "four-lobed lower lip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who serves in an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,1,1,2 ], "commissioned officer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,1,1,2 ], "common soldier| a noncommissioned member of an army as opposed to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,1,2 ], "a man with military skill or experience, but no longer serving in an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,1,3 ], "a person who works diligently for a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,1,4 ], "adapted for defending the colony, crushing large food particles, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,1,4 ], "an individual in a colony of social insects, esp| ants, that has powerful jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,2,1 ], "to serve as a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldier",1,2,2 ], "to malinger or shirk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldierly",1,1,1 ], "of or befitting a good soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldiery",1,1,1 ], "soldiers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldiery",1,1,2 ], "a group of soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldiery",1,1,3 ], "the profession of being a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soldo",1,1,1 ], "a former Italian copper coin worth one twentieth of a lira" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",1,1,1 ], "being the only one; only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to one individual or group and no other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",1,1,3 ], "having no wife or husband" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for solitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,1,1 ], "the underside of the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,1,2 ], "the underside of a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,1,2,1 ], "the bottom of a furrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,1,2,2 ], "the bottom of a plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,1,3 ], "the underside of a golf club head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,1,4 ], "the bottom of an oven, furnace, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,2,1 ], "to provide (a shoe) with a sole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",2,2,2 ], "to rest (the club) on the ground, as when preparing to make a stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",3,1,1 ], "any tongue-shaped flatfish of the family Soleidae, esp| Solea solea most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sole",3,1,1 ], "common in warm seas and highly valued as food fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sole",3,1,2 ], "any of certain other similar fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solecism",1,1,1,1 ], "the nonstandard use of a grammatical construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solecism",1,1,1,2 ], "any mistake, incongruity, or absurdity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solecism",1,1,2 ], "a violation of good manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solely",1,1,1 ], "only; completely; entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solely",1,1,2 ], "without another or others; singly; alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solely",1,1,3 ], "for one thing only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemn",1,1,1 ], "characterized or marked by seriousness or sincerity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemn",1,1,2 ], "characterized by pomp, ceremony, or formality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemn",1,1,3 ], "serious, glum, or pompous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemn",1,1,4 ], "inspiring awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemn",1,1,5 ], "performed with religious ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemn",1,1,6 ], "gloomy or sombre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make serious or grave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being solemn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnity",1,1,2 ], "solemn ceremony, observance, celebration, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnity",1,1,3 ], "a formality necessary to validate a deed, act, contract, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnize",1,1,1 ], "occasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solemnize",1,1,1 ], "to celebrate or observe with rites or formal ceremonies, as a religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnize",1,1,2 ], "to celebrate or perform the ceremony of (marriage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnize",1,1,3 ], "to make solemn or serious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solemnize",1,1,4 ], "to perform or hold (ceremonies, etc|) in due manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solenodon",1,1,1 ], "cubana or Solenodon paradoxus , having a long hairless tail and an elongated snout:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solenodon",1,1,1 ], "either of two rare shrew-like nocturnal mammals of the West Indies, Atopogale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solenodon",1,1,1 ], "family Solenodontidae, order Insectivora" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solenodon",1,1,2 ], "(insectivores)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solenoid",1,1,1 ], "a coil of wire, usually cylindrical, in which a magnetic field is set up by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solenoid",1,1,1 ], "passing a current through it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solenoid",1,1,2 ], "a coil of wire, partially surrounding an iron core, that is made to move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solenoid",1,1,2 ], "inside the coil by the magnetic field set up by a current: used to convert electrical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solenoid",1,1,2 ], "to mechanical energy, as in the operation of a switch" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solenoid",1,1,3 ], "battery directly to the starter motor when activated by the ignition switch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solenoid",1,1,3 ], "such a device used as a relay, as in a motor vehicle for connecting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solfatara",1,1,1 ], "a volcanic vent emitting only sulphurous gases and water vapour or sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solfatara",1,1,1 ], "hot mud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solfeggio" ,1, 1, 1],"a voice exercise in which runs, scales, etc|, are sung to the same syllable or",1). c_DEF([ "solfeggio" ,1, 1, 1],"syllables",2). c_DEF([ "solfeggio" ,1, 1, 2],"solmization, esp| the French or Italian system, in which the names correspond",1). c_DEF([ "solfeggio" ,1, 1, 2],"to the notes of the scale of C major",2). c_DEF([ "solferino",1,1,1,1 ], "a moderate purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solferino",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soli",1,2,1 ], "(of a piece or passage) to be performed by or with soloists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicit",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, foll| by for) to make a request, application, or entreaty to (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicit",1,1,1 ], "person for business, support, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solicit",1,1,2 ], "to accost (a person) with an offer of sexual relations in return for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicit",1,1,3 ], "to provoke or incite (a person) to do something wrong or illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitor",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a lawyer who advises clients on matters of law, draws up legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitor",1,1,1 ], "documents, prepares cases for barristers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solicitor",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) an officer responsible for the legal affairs of a town, city," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitor",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solicitor",1,1,3 ], "a person who solicits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitous",1,1,1 ], "showing consideration, concern, attention, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitous",1,1,2 ], "keenly anxious or willing; eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitude",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being solicitous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitude",1,1,2 ], "something that causes anxiety or concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solicitude",1,1,3 ], "anxiety or concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid angle",1,1,1 ], "a geometric surface consisting of lines originating from a common point (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid angle",1,1,1 ], "vertex) and passing through a closed curve or polygon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solid fuel",1,1,1 ], "a domestic or industrial fuel, such as coal or coke, that is a solid rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid fuel",1,1,1 ], "than an oil or gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solid fuel",1,1,2 ], "a rocket fuel that is a solid rather than a liquid or a gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid geometry",1,1,1 ], "figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solid geometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geometry concerned with the properties of solid geometric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,1 ], "fixed positions and cause the substance to resist changes in size and shape" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,1 ], "force of attraction between its molecules or atoms is large enough to hold them in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or being a substance in a physical state in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,10 ], "strongly linked or consolidated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,11 ], "having three dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,12 ], "(of a word composed of two or more other words or elements) written or printed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,12 ], "as a single word without a hyphen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,13 ], "of or relating to three-dimensional bodies or objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,14 ], "with no space or leads between lines of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,15 ], "solid for| unanimously in favour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,16 ], "(of a writer, work, performance, etc|) adequate; sensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,17 ], "of or having a single uniform colour or tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,2 ], "consisting of matter all through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,3 ], "of the same substance all through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,4 ], "sound; proved or provable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,5 ], "reliable or sensible; upstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,6 ], "firm, strong, compact, or substantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,7 ], "(of a meal or food) substantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,8 ], "without interruption or respite; continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,1,9 ], "financially sound or solvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,2,1,1 ], "a closed surface in three-dimensional space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,2,1,2 ], "such a surface together with the volume enclosed by it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid",1,2,2 ], "a solid substance, such as wood, iron, or diamond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid-state physics",1,1,1 ], "ferromagnetism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solid-state physics",1,1,1 ], "investigations of the properties of solids, such as superconductivity, photoconductivity, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solid-state physics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with experimental and theoretical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid-state",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of an electronic component or device)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid-state",1,1,2 ], "consisting chiefly or exclusively of semiconductor materials or components and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solid-state",1,1,2 ], "operating or controlled by means of their electrical properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solid-state",1,1,3 ], "of, concerned with, characteristic of, or consisting of solid matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solidago",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the chiefly American genus Solidago, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solidago",1,1,1 ], "goldenrods: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solidarity",1,1,1 ], "unity of interests, sympathies, etc|, as among members of the same class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solidary",1,1,1 ], "marked by unity of interests, responsibilities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solidify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become solid or hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solidify",1,1,2 ], "to make or become strong, united, determined, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solidus",1,1,1 ], "a short oblique stroke used in text to separate items of information, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solidus",1,1,1 ], "days, months, and years in dates (18/7/80), alternative words (and/or), numerator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solidus",1,1,1 ], "from denominator in fractions (55/103), etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solidus",1,1,2 ], "a gold coin of the Byzantine empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solifidian",1,1,1 ], "a person who maintains that man is justified by faith alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solifluction",1,1,1 ], "frozen subsoil in tundra regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solifluction",1,1,1 ], "slow downhill movement of soil, saturated with meltwater, over a permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soliloquize",1,1,1 ], "to utter (something) in soliloquy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soliloquy",1,1,1 ], "the act of speaking alone or to oneself, esp| as a theatrical device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soliloquy",1,1,2 ], "a speech in a play that is spoken in soliloquy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solipsism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the self is the only thing that can be known to exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitaire",1,1,1 ], "a game played by one person, esp| one involving moving and taking pegs in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitaire",1,1,1 ], "pegboard with the object of being left with only one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solitaire",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for patience (the card game)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitaire",1,1,3 ], "a gem, esp| a diamond, set alone in a ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitaire",1,1,4 ], "any of several extinct birds of the genus Pezophaps, related to the dodo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitaire",1,1,5 ], "any of several dull grey North American songbirds of the genus Myadestes:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitaire",1,1,5 ], "subfamily Turdinae (thrushes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solitary confinement",1,1,1 ], "isolation imposed on a prisoner, as by confinement in a special cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 1, 1],"following or enjoying a life of solitude",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 1, 2],"experienced or performed alone",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 1, 3],"(of a place) unfrequented",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 1, 4],"single; sole",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 1, 5],"having few companions; lonely",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 1, 6],"(of animals) not living in organized colonies or large groups",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 1, 7],"(of flowers) growing singly",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person who lives in seclusion; hermit; recluse",1). c_DEF([ "solitary" ,1, 2, 3],"short for solitary confinement",1). c_DEF([ "solitude",1,1,1 ], "the state of being solitary or secluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solitude",1,1,2 ], "a solitary place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solleret",1,1,1 ], "a protective covering for the foot consisting of riveted plates of armour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sollicker",1,1,1 ], "something very large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solmization",1,1,1 ], "a system of naming the notes of a scale by syllables instead of letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solmization",1,1,1 ], "any key (movable system)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "solmization",1,1,1 ], "derived from the 11th-century hexachord system of Guido d'Arezzo, which assigns the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solmization",1,1,1 ], "names ut (or do), re, mi, fa, sol, la, si (or ti) to the degrees of the major scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solmization",1,1,1 ], "of C (fixed system) or (excluding the syllables ut and si) to the major scale in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "solo stop",1,1,1 ], "any of various organ stops designed to imitate a solo performance on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo stop",1,1,1 ], "particular musical instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solo whist",1,1,1 ], "a version of whist for four players acting independently, each of whom may bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo whist",1,1,1 ], "been decided by cutting" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solo whist",1,1,1 ], "to win or lose a fixed number of tricks before play starts, trumps having usually" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,1,1 ], "| a musical composition for one performer with or without accompaniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,1,2 ], "any of various card games in which each person plays on his own instead of in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,1,2 ], "partnership with another, such as solo whist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,1,3 ], "a flight in which an aircraft pilot is unaccompanied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,1,3,1 ], "any performance carried out by an individual without assistance from others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,2,1 ], "unaccompanied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,3,1 ], "by oneself; alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solo",1,4,1 ], "to operate an aircraft alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soloist",1,1,1 ], "a person who performs a solo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solonchak",1,1,1 ], "a type of intrazonal soil of arid regions with a greyish surface crust:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solonchak",1,1,1 ], "contains large quantities of soluble salts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solonetz",1,1,1 ], "a type of intrazonal soil with a high saline content characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solonetz",1,1,1 ], "leaching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solstice",1,1,1 ], "either the shortest day of the year (winter solstice), marking the beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solstice",1,1,1 ], "of summer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solstice",1,1,1 ], "of winter, or the longest day of the year (summer solstice), marking the beginning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solstice",1,1,2 ], "either of the two points on the ecliptic at which the sun is overhead at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solstice",1,1,2 ], "tropic of Cancer or Capricorn at the summer and winter solstices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solubility",1,1,1 ], "the ability of a substance to dissolve; the quality of being soluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solubility",1,1,2 ], "a measure of this ability for a particular substance in a particular solvent," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solubility",1,1,2 ], "a saturated solution under specified temperature and pressure| It is expressed in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solubility",1,1,2 ], "equal to the quantity of substance dissolving in a fixed quantity of solvent to form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solubility",1,1,2 ], "grams per cubic decametre, grams per hundred grams of solvent, moles per mole, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "solubilize",1,1,1 ], "them dissolve in water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solubilize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become soluble, as in the addition of detergents to fats to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soluble RNA",1,1,1 ], "another name for transfer RNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soluble glass",1,1,1 ], "another name for sodium silicate ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soluble",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) capable of being dissolved, esp| easily dissolved in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soluble",1,1,1 ], "solvent, usually water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soluble",1,1,2 ], "capable of being solved or answered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solum",1,1,1 ], "the upper layers of the soil profile, affected by climate and vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solus" ,1, 1, 2],"alone; by oneself (formerly used in stage directions)",1). c_DEF([ "solute",1,1,1 ], "another substance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solute",1,1,1 ], "the component of a solution that changes its state in forming the solution or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solute",1,1,1 ], "the component that is not present in excess; the substance that is dissolved in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solute",1,2,1 ], "loose or unattached; free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution set",1,1,1 ], "another name for truth set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,1 ], "a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances in which the molecules or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,1 ], "atoms of the substances are completely dispersed| The constituents can be solids," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,1 ], "liquids, or gases" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of forming a solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,3 ], "the state of being dissolved (esp| in the phrase in solution)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,4 ], "a mixture of two or more substances in which one or more components are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,4 ], "present as small particles with colloidal dimension; colloid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,5 ], "a specific answer to or way of answering a problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of solving a problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,7 ], "the unique set of values that yield a true statement when substituted for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,7 ], "variables in an equation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,8 ], "the stage of a disease, following a crisis, resulting in its termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solution",1,1,9 ], "the payment, discharge, or satisfaction of a claim, debt, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvable",1,1,1 ], "another word for soluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvate",1,1,1 ], "to undergo, cause, or partake in solvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvation",1,1,1 ], "of a solute and those of the solvent| An example is an aqueous solution of copper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solvation",1,1,1 ], "sulphate which contains complex ions of the type Cu(H\2O)6'2'" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "solvation",1,1,1 ], "the process in which there is some chemical association between the molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solve",1,1,1 ], "to find the explanation for or solution to (a mystery, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solve",1,1,1,1 ], "to work out the answer to (a mathematical problem)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solve",1,1,1,2 ], "to obtain the roots of (an equation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvency",1,1,1 ], "ability to pay all debts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvent",1,1,1 ], "capable of meeting financial obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvent",1,1,2 ], "(of a substance, esp| a liquid) capable of dissolving another substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvent",1,2,1 ], "a liquid capable of dissolving another substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvent",1,2,2 ], "solution or the component that is present in excess" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "solvent",1,2,2 ], "the component of a solution that does not change its state in forming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvent",1,2,3 ], "something that solves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "solvolysis",1,1,1 ], "a chemical reaction occurring between a dissolved substance and its solvent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sol|",1,1,1 ], "soluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sol|",1,1,2 ], "solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soma",1,1,1 ], "the body of an organism, esp| an animal, as distinct from the germ cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soma",2,1,1 ], "an intoxicating plant juice drink used in Vedic rituals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatic cell",1,1,1 ], "any of the cells of a plant or animal except the reproductive cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the soma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatic",1,1,2 ], "limbs, and head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "somatic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an animal body or body wall as distinct from the viscera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the human body as distinct from the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somato-",1,1,1 ], "body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the structure and function of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatology",1,1,2 ], "the branch of anthropology dealing with the physical characteristics of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatoplasm",1,1,1,1 ], "the protoplasm of a somatic cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatoplasm",1,1,1,2 ], "the somatic cells collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatopleure",1,1,1 ], "a mass of tissue in embryo vertebrates that is formed by fusion of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somatopleure",1,1,1 ], "ectoderm with the outer layer of mesoderm: develops into the amnion, chorion, and part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "somatopleure",1,1,1 ], "of the body wall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "somatotype",1,1,1 ], "a type or classification of physique or body build" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sombre",1,1,1 ], "dismal; melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sombre",1,1,2 ], "dim, gloomy, or shadowy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sombre",1,1,3 ], "(of colour, clothes, etc|) sober, dull, or dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sombrero",1,1,1 ], "a felt or straw hat with a wide brim, as worn by men in Mexico" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,1,1 ], "(a)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,2 ], "certain unknown or unspecified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,2,1 ], "a considerable number or amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,2,1 ], "an unknown or unspecified quantity or amount of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,2,2 ], "a little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,2,2 ], "some can teach and others can't" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,2,2 ], "we'll buy some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,3 ], "an impressive or remarkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,1,4 ], "about; approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,2,1 ], "a certain amount (more)(in the phrases some more and and then some)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "some",1,2,2 ], "to a certain degree or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somebody" ,1, 1, 1],"some person; someone",1). c_DEF([ "somebody" ,1, 2, 2],"a person of greater importance than others",1). c_DEF([ "someday",1,1,1 ], "at some unspecified time in the (distant) future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somehow",1,1,1 ], "in some unspecified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somehow",1,1,2 ], "by any means that are necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "someone",1,1,1 ], "some person; somebody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "someplace",1,1,1 ], "in, at, or to some unspecified place or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somersault",1,1,1,1 ], "a forward roll in which the head is placed on the ground and the trunk and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somersault",1,1,1,1 ], "legs are turned over it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "somersault",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar roll in a backward direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somersault",1,1,2 ], "an acrobatic feat in which either of these rolls are performed in midair, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somersault",1,1,2 ], "in diving or gymnastics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "somersault",1,1,3 ], "a complete reversal of opinion, policy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somersault",1,2,1 ], "to perform a somersault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "something",1,1,1 ], "an unspecified or unknown thing; some thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "something",1,1,2 ], "something or other| one unspecified thing or an alternative thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "something",1,1,3 ], "an unspecified or unknown amount; bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "something",1,1,4 ], "an impressive or important person, thing, or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "something",1,2,1 ], "to some degree; a little; somewhat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "something",1,2,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sometime",1,1,1 ], "at some unspecified point of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sometime",1,2,1 ], "having been at one time; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sometime",1,2,2 ], "occasional; infrequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sometimes",1,1,1 ], "now and then; from time to time; occasionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sometimes",1,1,2 ], "formerly; sometime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "someway",1,1,1 ], "in some unspecified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somewhat",1,1,1 ], "rather a bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somewhere",1,1,1 ], "in, to, or at some unknown or unspecified place or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somewhere",1,1,2 ], "get somewhere| Informal| to make progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somewise",1,1,1 ], "in some way or to some degree; somehow (archaic, except in the phrase in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somewise",1,1,1 ], "somewise)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "somite",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of dorsal paired segments of mesoderm occurring along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somite",1,1,1 ], "notochord in vertebrate embryos| It develops into muscle and bone in the adult animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "somite",1,1,2 ], "another name for metamere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sommelier",1,1,1 ], "a wine steward in a restaurant or hotel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somnambulate",1,1,1 ], "to walk while asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somnambulism" ,1, 1, 1],"a condition characterized by walking while asleep or in a hypnotic trance",1). c_DEF([ "somnambulism" ,1, 2, 1],"somnambulistic",1). c_DEF([ "somnambulism" ,1, 3, 1],"somni- or before a vowel somn-combining form",1). c_DEF([ "somnambulism" ,1, 3, 2],"sleep",1). c_DEF([ "somniferous",1,1,1 ], "tending to induce sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somniloquy",1,1,1 ], "the act of talking in one's sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somnolent",1,1,1 ], "drowsy; sleepy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "somnolent",1,1,2 ], "causing drowsiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son et lumiere",1,1,1 ], "an entertainment staged at night at a famous building, historical site, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son et lumiere",1,1,1 ], "effects, and narration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "son et lumiere",1,1,1 ], "whereby the history of the location is presented by means of lighting effects, sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "son of God",1,1,1 ], "an angelic being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son of God",1,1,2 ], "a Christian believer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son of a bitch",1,1,1 ], "a worthless or contemptible person: used as an insult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son of a gun",1,1,1 ], "a rogue or rascal: used as a jocular form of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son",1,1,1 ], "a male offspring; a boy or man in relation to his parents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son",1,1,2 ], "a male descendant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son",1,1,3 ], "a familiar term of address for a boy or man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son",1,1,4 ], "a male from a certain country, etc|, or one closely connected with a certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "son",1,1,4 ], "environment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "son-in-law",1,1,1 ], "the husband of one's daughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonant",1,1,1 ], "denoting a voiced sound capable of forming a syllable or syllable nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonant",1,1,2 ], "inherently possessing, exhibiting, or producing a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonant",1,1,3 ], "resonant; sounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonant",1,2,1 ], "(l, r, m, n, &n) considered from the point of view of being a vowel and, in this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonant",1,2,1 ], "a voiced sound belonging to the class of frictionless continuants or nasals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonant",1,2,1 ], "capacity, able to form a syllable or syllable nucleus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sonar",1,1,1 ], "another name for an echo sounder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonata form",1,1,1 ], "a musical structure consisting of an expanded ternary form whose three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonata form",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of the first movement in a sonata, symphony, string quartet, concerto, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sonata form",1,1,1 ], "sections (exposition, development, and recapitulation), followed by a coda, are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonata",1,1,1 ], "(violin sonata, cello sonata, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sonata",1,1,1 ], "alone (piano sonata) or for any other instrument with or without piano accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonata",1,1,1 ], "an instrumental composition, usually in three or more movements, for piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonata",1,1,2 ], "a one-movement keyboard composition of the baroque period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonatina",1,1,1 ], "a short sonata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sondage",1,1,1 ], "a deep trial trench for inspecting stratigraphy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonde",1,1,1 ], "a rocket, balloon, or probe used for observing in the upper atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sone",1,1,1 ], "a unit of loudness equal to 40 phons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song and dance",1,1,1 ], "a fuss, esp| one that is unnecessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song and dance",1,1,2 ], "a long or elaborate story or explanation, esp| one that is evasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song cycle",1,1,1 ], "Romantic period, each series employing texts, usually by one poet, relating a story or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "song cycle",1,1,1 ], "any of several groups of songs written by composers during and after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song cycle",1,1,1 ], "grouped around a central motif" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "song form",1,1,1 ], "another name for ternary form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song thrush",1,1,1 ], "a common Old World thrush, Turdus philomelos, that has a brown back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song thrush",1,1,1 ], "spotted breast and is noted for its song" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of music, usually employing a verbal text, composed for the voice," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,1,1 ], "esp| one intended for performance by a soloist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,1,2 ], "the whole repertory of such pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,2 ], "poetical composition; poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,3 ], "the characteristic tuneful call or sound made by certain birds or insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,4 ], "the act or process of singing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,5 ], "for a song| at a bargain price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "song",1,1,6 ], "on song| Brit| informal| performing at peak efficiency or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "songbird",1,1,1 ], "any passerine bird of the suborder Oscines, having highly developed vocal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "songbird",1,1,1 ], "organs and, in most, a musical call" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "songbird",1,1,2 ], "any bird having a musical call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "songful",1,1,1 ], "tuneful; melodious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "songkok",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia and Indonesia) a kind of oval brimless hat, resembling a skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "songster",1,1,1 ], "a singer or poet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "songster",1,1,2 ], "a singing bird; songbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "songwriter",1,1,1 ], "a person who composes the words or music for songs in a popular idiom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonic barrier",1,1,1 ], "another name for sound barrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonic boom",1,1,1 ], "a loud explosive sound caused by the shock wave of an aircraft, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonic boom",1,1,1 ], "travelling at supersonic speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonic depth finder",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting the depth of water or of a submerged object by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonic depth finder",1,1,1 ], "means of sound waves; fathometer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonic",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or producing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonic",1,1,2 ], "having a speed about equal to that of sound in air: 332 metres per second (743" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonic",1,1,2 ], "miles per hour)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soniferous",1,1,1 ], "carrying or producing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonnet",1,1,1 ], "a verse form of Italian origin consisting of 14 lines in iambic pentameter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonnet",1,1,1 ], "and sestet or, in the English form, into three quatrains and a couplet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sonnet",1,1,1 ], "with rhymes arranged according to a fixed scheme, usually divided either into octave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonnet",1,2,1 ], "to compose sonnets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonnet",1,3,1 ], "to celebrate in a sonnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonneteer",1,1,1 ], "a writer of sonnets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonny",1,1,1 ], "a familiar term of address to a boy or man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonobuoy",1,1,1 ], "a buoy equipped to detect underwater noises and transmit them by radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonorant",1,1,1 ], "consonantal or vocalic functions depending on its situation within the syllable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonorant",1,1,1 ], "one of the frictionless continuants or nasals (l, r, m, n, &n) having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonorant",1,1,2 ], "either of the two consonants represented in English orthography by w or y and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonorant",1,1,2 ], "regarded as either consonantal or vocalic articulations of the vowels (i$:) and (u$:)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sonorous",1,1,1 ], "producing or capable of producing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonorous",1,1,2 ], "(of language, sound, etc|) deep or resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonorous",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of speech) high-flown; grandiloquent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonsy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonsy",1,1,2 ], "plump; buxom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sonsy",1,1,3 ], "cheerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sook",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sook",1,1,2 ], "a baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sook",1,1,3 ], "a coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soon",1,1,1 ], "in or after a short time; in a little while; before long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soon",1,1,2 ], "as soon as| at the very moment that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soon",1,1,3 ], "as soon!eas| used to indicate that the second alternative mentioned is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soon",1,1,3 ], "preferable to the first" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sooner",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of soon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooner",1,1,2 ], "rather; in preference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooner",1,1,3 ], "no sooner!ethan| immediately after or when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooner",1,1,4 ], "sooner or later| eventually; inevitably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soot",1,1,1 ], "finely divided carbon deposited from flames during the incomplete combustion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soot",1,1,1 ], "of organic substances such as coal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soot",1,2,1 ], "to cover with soot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooth",1,1,1 ], "truth or reality (esp| in the phrase in sooth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooth",1,2,1 ], "true or real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooth",1,2,2 ], "smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soothe",1,1,1 ], "to make calm or tranquil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soothe",1,2,1 ], "to relieve or assuage (pain, longing, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soothe",1,3,1 ], "to bring tranquillity or relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soothfast",1,1,1 ], "truthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soothfast",1,1,2 ], "loyal; true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soothsay",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to predict the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soothsayer",1,1,1 ], "a seer or prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooty mould",1,1,1 ], "a fungal plant disease characterized by a blackish growth covering the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooty mould",1,1,1 ], "of leaves, fruits, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sooty mould",1,1,2 ], "any of various fungi, such as species of Meliola or Capnodium, that cause this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooty mould",1,1,2 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sooty",1,1,1 ], "sootier, sootiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooty",1,1,2 ], "covered with soot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sooty",1,1,3 ], "resembling or consisting of soot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sop up",1,1,1 ], "to mop or take up (spilt water, etc|) with or as if with a sponge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sop" ,1, 1, 1],"food soaked in a liquid before being eaten",1). c_DEF([ "sop" ,1, 1, 2],"a concession, bribe, etc|, given to placate or mollify",1). c_DEF([ "sop" ,1, 1, 3],"a stupid or weak person",1). c_DEF([ "sop" ,1, 2, 1],"to dip or soak (food) in liquid",1). c_DEF([ "sop" ,1, 2, 2],"(when intr|, often foll| by in) to soak or be soaked|~",1). c_DEF([ "sophism",1,1,1 ], "an argument that is deliberately invalid, specious or misleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophist",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a group of pre-Socratic professional philosophers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophist",1,1,1,2 ], "any of a group of later philosophers who made an art of effective but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophist",1,1,1,2 ], "misleading argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sophist",1,1,2 ], "a person who uses clever or quibbling arguments that are fundamentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophist",1,1,2 ], "unsound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sophister",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a second-year undergraduate at certain British universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophister",1,1,2 ], "another word for sophist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to sophists or sophistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophistic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to sophisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticate",1,1,1 ], "(s@@!f$Ist$I~ke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticate",1,2,1 ], "to make (someone) less natural or innocent, as by education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticate",1,2,2 ], "to pervert or corrupt (an argument, etc|) by sophistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticate",1,3,1 ], "to make more complex or refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticate",1,3,2 ], "to falsify (a text, etc|) by alterations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticate",1,4,1 ], "(s@@!f$Ist$I~ke$It, -k$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticate",1,4,2 ], "a sophisticated person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticated",1,1,1 ], "having refined or cultured tastes and habits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticated",1,1,2 ], "appealing to sophisticates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticated",1,1,3 ], "unduly refined or cultured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticated",1,1,4 ], "pretentiously or superficially wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophisticated",1,1,5 ], "(of machines, methods, etc|) complex and refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophistry",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of argument that is seemingly plausible though actually invalid and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophistry",1,1,1,1 ], "misleading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sophistry",1,1,1,2 ], "the art of using such arguments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophistry",1,1,2 ], "subtle but unsound or fallacious reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophistry",1,1,3 ], "an instance of this; sophism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sophomore",1,1,1 ], "a second year student in an educational establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sopor",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally deep sleep; stupor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soporific",1,1,1 ], "inducing sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soporific",1,1,2 ], "drowsy; sleepy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soporific",1,2,1 ], "a drug or other agent that induces sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sopping",1,1,1 ], "completely soaked; wet through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soppy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soppy",1,1,2 ], "wet or soggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soppy",1,1,3 ], "silly or sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soppy",1,1,4 ], "soppy on| Brit| informal| foolishly charmed or affected by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sopranino",1,1,1 ], "a| the instrument with the highest possible pitch in a family of instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sopranino",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soprano clef",1,1,1 ], "the clef that establishes middle C as being on the bottom line of the staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soprano",1,1,1 ], "the A a thirteenth above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soprano",1,1,1 ], "the highest adult female voice, having a range approximately from middle C to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soprano",1,1,2 ], "the voice of a young boy before puberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soprano",1,1,3 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soprano",1,1,4 ], "the highest part of a piece of harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soprano",1,1,4,1 ], "the highest or second highest instrument in a family of instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soprano",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sop|",1,1,1 ], "soprano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sora",1,1,1 ], "a North American rail, Porzana carolina, with a greyish-brown plumage and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sora",1,1,1 ], "yellow bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorb",1,1,1 ], "another name for service tree ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorb",1,1,2 ], "any of various related trees, esp| the mountain ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorb",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbefacient",1,1,1 ], "inducing absorption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbefacient",1,2,1 ], "a sorbefacient drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbet",1,1,1 ], "a water ice made from fruit juice, egg whites, milk, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbet",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| word for sherbet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline unsaturated carboxylic acid found in berries of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbic acid",1,1,1 ], "latter being the one usually obtained| Formula: CH3CHCHCHCHCOOH" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sorbic acid",1,1,1 ], "mountain ash and used to inhibit the growth of moulds and as an additive for certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorbic acid",1,1,1 ], "synthetic coatings; 2,4-hexadienoic acid| It exists as cis- and trans- isomers, the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sorbitol",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C6H8(OH)6" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sorbitol",1,1,1 ], "a sweetener and in the manufacture of ascorbic acid and synthetic resins|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sorbitol",1,1,1 ], "a white water-soluble crystalline alcohol with a sweet taste, found in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbitol",1,1,1 ], "fruits and berries and manufactured by the catalytic hydrogenation of sucrose: used as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorbo rubber",1,1,1 ], "a spongy form of rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbose",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-tasting hexose sugar derived from the berries of the mountain ash by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorbose",1,1,1 ], "bacterial action: used in the synthesis of ascorbic acid| Formula: CH2OH(CHOH)3COCH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorcerer" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who seeks to control and use magic powers; a wizard or magician",1). c_DEF([ "sorcery",1,1,1 ], "effects in the world" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sorcery",1,1,1 ], "sought to harness occult forces or evil spirits in order to produce preternatural" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorcery",1,1,1 ], "the art, practices, or spells of magic, esp| black magic, by which it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sordid",1,1,1 ], "dirty, foul, or squalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sordid",1,1,2 ], "degraded; vile; base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sordid",1,1,3 ], "selfish and grasping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sordino",1,1,1 ], "a mute for a stringed or brass musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sordino",1,1,2 ], "any of the dampers that arrest the vibrations of piano strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sordino",1,1,3 ], "con sordino or sordini| a musical direction to play with a mute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sordino",1,1,4 ], "mute or (on the piano) with the sustaining pedal pressed down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sordino",1,1,4 ], "senza sordino or sordini| a musical direction to remove or play without the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a wound, injury, etc|) painfully sensitive; tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,1,2 ], "causing annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,1,3 ], "urgent; pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,2,1 ], "grieved; distressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,2,2 ], "causing grief or sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,3,1 ], "a painful or sensitive wound, injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,3,2 ], "any cause of distress or vexation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sore",1,4,1 ], "direly; sorely (now only in such phrases as sore pressed, sore afraid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soredium",1,1,1 ], "algal cells enclosed in fungal hyphae: dispersed by wind, insects, or other means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soredium",1,1,1 ], "an organ of vegetative reproduction in lichens consisting of a cluster of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorehead",1,1,1 ], "a peevish or disgruntled person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorely",1,1,1 ], "painfully or grievously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorely",1,1,2 ], "pressingly or greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorghum",1,1,1 ], "any grass of the Old World genus Sorghum, having solid stems, large flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorghum",1,1,1 ], "heads, and glossy seeds: cultivated for grain, hay, and as a source of syrup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorgo",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of sorghum that have watery sweet juice and are grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorgo",1,1,1 ], "for fodder, silage, or syrup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sori",1,1,1 ], "the plural of sorus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soricine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the shrews or the family (Soricidae) to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soricine",1,1,1 ], "they belong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorites",1,1,1 ], "a polysyllogism in which the premisses are arranged so that intermediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorites",1,1,1 ], "conclusions are omitted, being understood, and only the final conclusion is stated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorn",1,1,1 ], "generosity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorn",1,1,1 ], "to obtain food, lodging, etc|, from another person by presuming on his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sororate",1,1,1 ], "the custom in some societies of a widower marrying his deceased wife's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sororate",1,1,1 ], "younger sister" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sororicide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing one's own sister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sororicide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills his or her sister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorority",1,1,1 ], "a social club or society for university women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorosis",1,1,1 ], "a fleshy multiple fruit, such as that of the pineapple and mulberry, formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorosis",1,1,1 ], "from flowers that are crowded together on a fleshy stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorption",1,1,1 ], "absorption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorption",1,1,1 ], "the process in which one substance takes up or holds another; adsorption or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel tree",1,1,1 ], "a deciduous ericaceous tree, Oxydendrum arboreum, of E North America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel tree",1,1,1 ], "deeply fissured bark, sour-tasting leaves, and small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel",1,1,1,1 ], "a light brown to brownish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel",1,1,2 ], "a horse of this colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel",2,1,1 ], "Eurasia and North America, having acid-tasting leaves used in salads and sauces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel",2,1,1 ], "any of several polygonaceous plants of the genus Rumex, esp| R| acetosa, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrel",2,1,2 ], "short for wood sorrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrow",1,1,1 ], "bereavement, sympathy for another's suffering, for an injury done, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sorrow",1,1,1 ], "the characteristic feeling of sadness, grief, or regret associated with loss," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrow",1,1,2 ], "a particular cause or source of regret, grief, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrow",1,1,3 ], "the outward expression of grief or sadness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorrow",1,2,1 ], "to mourn or grieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,1,1 ], "rier, riest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,1,2 ], "feeling or expressing pity, sympathy, remorse, grief, or regret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,1,3 ], "pitiful, wretched, or deplorable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,1,4 ], "poor; paltry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,1,5 ], "affected by sorrow; sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,1,6 ], "causing sorrow or sadness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation expressing apology, used esp| at the time of the misdemeanour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorry",1,2,1 ], "offence, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sort out",1,1,1 ], "to take or separate, as from a larger group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort out",1,1,2 ], "to find a solution to (a problem, etc|), esp| to make clear or tidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort out",1,1,3 ], "to organize into an orderly and disciplined group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort out",1,1,4 ], "to beat or punish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,1 ], "a class, group, kind, etc|, as distinguished by some common quality or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,1 ], "characteristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,2 ], "type of character, nature, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,3 ], "a more or less definable or adequate example of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,4 ], "any of the individual characters making up a fount of type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,5 ], "manner; way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,6 ], "after a sort| to some extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,7 ], "of sorts or of a sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,7,1 ], "of an inferior kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,7,2 ], "of an indefinite kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,8 ], "out of sorts| not in normal good health, temper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,1,9 ], "sort of| in some way or other; as it were; rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,2,1 ], "to arrange according to class, type, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,3,1 ], "to put (a car, etc|) into working order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,4,1 ], "to associate, as on friendly terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sort",1,5,1 ], "to agree; accord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sortie" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"(of troops, etc|) the act of emerging from a contained or besieged position",1). c_DEF([ "sortie" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the troops doing this",1). c_DEF([ "sortie" ,1, 1, 2],"an operational flight made by one aircraft",1). c_DEF([ "sortie" ,1, 2, 1],"to make a sortie",1). c_DEF([ "sortilege",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of divination by drawing lots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sortilege",1,1,2 ], "magic or sorcery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sortition",1,1,1 ], "the act of casting lots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorus",1,1,1 ], "a cluster of sporangia on the undersurface of certain fern leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sorus",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar spore-producing structures in some lichens and fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sostenuto pedal",1,1,1 ], "another word for sustaining pedal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sostenuto",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by a tempo marking)to be performed in a smooth sustained manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sot",1,1,1 ], "a habitual or chronic drunkard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sot",1,1,2 ], "a person stupified by or as if by drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soteriology",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine of salvation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sotto voce",1,1,1 ], "in an undertone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sou marqu",1,1,1 ], "a French copper coin of the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sou",1,1,1 ], "a former French coin of low denomination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sou",1,1,2 ], "a very small amount of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sou'wester",1,1,1 ], "a waterproof hat having a very broad rim behind, worn esp| by seamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sou-sou",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement made among friends whereby each person makes regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sou-sou",1,1,1 ], "contributions to a fund, the money being drawn out periodically by each individual in turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soubise",1,1,1 ], "a puree of onions mixed into a thick white sauce and served over eggs, fish," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soubise",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soubrette",1,1,1 ], "a minor female role in comedy, often that of a pert lady's maid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soubrette",1,1,2 ], "any pert or flirtatious girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soubriquet",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sobriquet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souchong",1,1,1 ], "a black tea with large leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souffle",1,1,1 ], "a blowing sound or murmur heard in auscultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souffle",1,1,1 ], "a very light fluffy dish made with egg yolks and stiffly beaten egg whites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souffle",1,1,1 ], "combined with cheese, fish, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "souffle",1,1,2 ], "a similar sweet or savoury cold dish, set with gelatine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souffle",1,2,1 ], "made light and puffy, as by beating and cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sough",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the wind) to make a characteristic sighing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sough",1,2,1 ], "a soft continuous murmuring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sough",2,1,1 ], "a sewer or drain or an outlet channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of seek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sought-after",1,1,1 ], "in demand; wanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul food",1,1,1 ], "Negroes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soul food",1,1,1 ], "food, such as chitterlings, yams, traditionally eaten by southern U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul mate",1,1,1 ], "a person for whom one has a deep affinity, esp| a lover, wife, husband, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,1 ], "intellect, will, and emotions: regarded as an entity that survives the body after death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,1 ], "the spirit or immaterial part of man, the seat of human personality," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,10 ], "a person; individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,11 ], "upon my soul!an exclamation of suprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,2 ], "the spiritual part of a person, capable of redemption from the power of sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,2 ], "through divine grace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,3 ], "the essential part or fundamental nature of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,4 ], "a person's feelings or moral nature as distinct from other faculties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,4,1 ], "soul music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,5 ], "a type of Black music resulting from the addition of jazz, gospel, and pop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,5 ], "elements to the urban blues style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,5,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,6 ], "nobility of spirit or temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,7 ], "an inspiring spirit or leading figure, as of a cause or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,8 ], "merriment, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,8 ], "the life and soul| Informal| a person regarded as the main source of gaiety," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul",1,1,9 ], "a person regarded as typifying some characteristic or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul-destroying",1,1,1 ], "(of an occupation, situation, etc|) unremittingly monotonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul-searching",1,1,1 ], "deep or critical examination of one's motives, actions, beliefs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soul-searching",1,2,1 ], "displaying the characteristics of deep or painful self-analysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soulful",1,1,1 ], "expressing profound thoughts or feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soulless",1,1,1 ], "lacking any humanizing qualities or influences; dead; mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soulless",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) lacking in sensitivity or nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soulless",1,1,3 ], "heartless; cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound barrier",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical barrier to flight at or above the speed of sound, when a sudden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound barrier",1,1,1 ], "large increase in drag occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound bow",1,1,1 ], "the thick part of a bell against which the hammer strikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound effect",1,1,1 ], "a theatrical effect, such as the bringing together of two halves of a hollow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound effect",1,1,1 ], "any sound artificially produced, reproduced from a recording, etc|, to create" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound effect",1,1,1 ], "coconut shell to simulate a horse's gallop; used in plays, films, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sound hole",1,1,1 ], "any of variously shaped apertures in the sounding board of certain stringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound hole",1,1,1 ], "instruments, such as the `f' shaped holes of a violin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound mixer",1,1,1 ], "the person who mixes various sound sources into a composite programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound mixer",1,1,2 ], "a piece of equipment designed for mixing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound off",1,1,1 ], "to proclaim loudly, as in venting one's opinions, grievances, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound off",1,1,2 ], "to speak angrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound out",1,1,1 ], "to question (someone) in order to discover (opinions, facts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound ranging",1,1,1 ], "the determination of the location of a source of sound waves by measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound ranging",1,1,1 ], "three or more known positions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sound ranging",1,1,1 ], "time lapse between their transmission and their reception at microphones situated at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound shift",1,1,1 ], "a systematic alteration or series of alterations in the pronunciation of a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound shift",1,1,1 ], "of sounds, esp| of vowels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound spectrograph",1,1,1 ], "an electronic instrument that produces a record (sound spectrogram) of the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound spectrograph",1,1,1 ], "in which the frequencies and intensities of the components of a sound, such as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound spectrograph",1,1,1 ], "spoken word, vary with time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sound truck",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for a loudspeaker van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound wave",1,1,1 ], "a wave that propagates sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,1,1 ], "a periodic disturbance in the pressure or density of a fluid or in the elastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,1,1 ], "level at 0 degrees C of 332 metres per second (743 miles per hour) and travels as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,1,1 ], "longitudinal waves" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,1,1 ], "strain of a solid, produced by a vibrating object| It has a velocity in air at sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,10 ], "music, esp| rock, jazz, or pop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,11 ], "report, news, or information, as about a person, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to radio as distinguished from television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,3 ], "hearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,3 ], "the sensation produced by such a periodic disturbance in the organs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,4 ], "anything that can be heard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,5 ], "a particular instance, quality, or type of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,6 ], "volume or quality of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,7 ], "the area or distance over which something can be heard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,8 ], "the impression or implication of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,9 ], "articulations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,1,9 ], "the auditory effect produced by a specific articulation or set of related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,2,1 ], "instrument, etc|) to emit a sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,2,1 ], "to cause (something, such as an instrument) to make a sound or (of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,2,2 ], "to announce or be announced, by a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,3,1 ], "(of a sound) to be heard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,4,1 ], "to resonate with a certain quality or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,4,2 ], "to give the impression of being as specified when read, heard, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,5,1 ], "to pronounce distinctly or audibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",1,6,1 ], "to have the essential quality or nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,1 ], "free from damage, injury, decay, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,10 ], "constituting a valid and justifiable application of correct principles;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,10 ], "orthodox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,2 ], "firm; solid; substantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,3 ], "financially safe or stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,4 ], "showing good judgment or reasoning; sensible; wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,5 ], "valid, logical, or justifiable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,6 ], "ethically correct; upright; honest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,7 ], "(of sleep) deep; peaceful; unbroken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,8 ], "thorough; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,1,9 ], "(of a title, etc|) free from defect legally valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",2,2,1 ], "soundly; deeply: now archaic except when applied to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,1,1 ], "sonar, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,1,1 ], "to measure the depth of (a well, the sea, etc|) by lowering a plumb line, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,1,2 ], "to seek to discover (someone's views, etc|), as by questioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,2,1 ], "(of a whale, etc|) to dive downwards swiftly and deeply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,2,1,1 ], "to probe or explore (a bodily cavity or passage) by means of a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,2,1,2 ], "to examine (a patient) by means of percussion and auscultation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,3,1 ], "an instrument for insertion into a bodily cavity or passage to dilate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",3,3,1 ], "strictures, dislodge foreign material, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",4,1,1 ], "a relatively narrow channel between two larger areas of sea or between an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",4,1,1 ], "island and the mainland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sound",4,1,2 ], "an inlet or deep bay of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sound",4,1,3 ], "the air bladder of a fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundbox",1,1,1 ], "the resonating chamber of the hollow body of a violin, guitar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounder",1,1,1 ], "an electromagnetic device formerly used in telegraphy to convert electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounder",1,1,1 ], "signals sent over wires into audible sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounder",2,1,1 ], "a person or device that measures the depth of water, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding board",1,1,1 ], "a thin wooden board comprising the upper surface of a resonating chamber in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding board",1,1,1 ], "across it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sounding board",1,1,1 ], "violin, piano, etc|, serving to amplify the vibrations produced by the strings passing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding board",1,1,2 ], "a thin screen suspended over a pulpit, stage, etc|, to reflect sound towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding board",1,1,2 ], "an audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding board",1,1,3 ], "a person, group, experiment, etc|, used to test a new idea, policy, etc|, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding board",1,1,3 ], "acceptance or applicability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding lead",1,1,1 ], "a lead weight, usually conical and having a depression in the base for a dab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding lead",1,1,1 ], "of grease so that, when dropped to the bottom on a sounding line, a sample of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding lead",1,1,1 ], "sand, gravel, etc|, can be retrieved" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sounding line",1,1,1 ], "a line marked off to indicate its length and having a sounding lead at one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding line",1,1,1 ], "end| It is dropped over the side of a vessel to determine the depth of the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",1,1,1 ], "resounding; resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",1,1,2 ], "having an imposing sound and little content; pompous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,1 ], "river, lake, etc|, as with a sounding line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,1 ], "the act or process of measuring depth of water or examining the bottom of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,2 ], "an observation or measurement of atmospheric conditions, as made using a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,2 ], "radiosonde or rocketsonde" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,3 ], "measurements taken by sounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,4 ], "a place where a sounding line will reach the bottom, esp| less than 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,4 ], "fathoms in depth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,5 ], "on soundings| in waters less than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sounding",2,1,6 ], "(or more than) 100 fathoms in depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundless",1,1,1 ], "extremely still or silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundless",2,1,1 ], "extremely deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundpost",1,1,1 ], "a small post, usually of pine, on guitars, violins, etc|, that joins the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundpost",1,1,1 ], "instrument to vibrate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "soundpost",1,1,1 ], "surface to the back, helps to support the bridge, and allows the whole body of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soundproof",1,1,1 ], "not penetrable by sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundproof",1,2,1 ], "to render soundproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundtrack",1,1,1 ], "the recorded sound accompaniment to a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundtrack",1,1,2 ], "a narrow strip along the side of a spool of film, which carries the sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soundtrack",1,1,2 ], "accompaniment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soup kitchen",1,1,1 ], "a place or mobile stall where food and drink, esp| soup, is served to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup kitchen",1,1,1 ], "destitute people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soup kitchen",1,1,2 ], "a mobile kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup plate",1,1,1 ], "a deep plate with a wide rim, used esp| for drinking soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup up",1,1,1 ], "another term for hot up ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup",1,1,1 ], "a liquid food made by boiling or simmering meat, fish, vegetables, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup",1,1,1 ], "usually served hot at the beginning of a meal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soup",1,1,2 ], "a photographic developer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling soup in appearance or consistency, esp| thick fog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup",1,1,4 ], "a slang name for nitroglycerin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soup",1,1,5 ], "in the soup| Slang| in trouble or difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soupcon",1,1,1 ], "a slight amount; dash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soupfin",1,1,1 ], "a Pacific requiem shark, Galeorhinus zyopterus, valued for its fins, which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soupfin",1,1,1 ], "used to make soup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soupy",1,1,1 ], "soupier, soupiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soupy",1,1,2 ], "having the appearance or consistency of soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soupy",1,1,3 ], "emotional or sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour cherry",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rosaceous tree, Prunus cerasus, with white flowers: cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour cherry",1,1,1 ], "its tart red fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sour cherry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour cream",1,1,1 ], "cream soured by lactic acid bacteria, used in making salads, dips, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour gourd",1,1,1 ], "a large bombacaceous tree, Adansonia gregorii, of N Australia having gourdlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour gourd",1,1,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sour gourd",1,1,2 ], "the acid-tasting fruit of this tree, which has a woody rind and large seeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour gourd",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of the baobab tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour grapes",1,1,1 ], "oneself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sour grapes",1,1,1 ], "the attitude of despising something because one cannot or does not have it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour gum",1,1,1 ], "a cornaceous tree, Nyssa sylvatica, of the eastern U|S|, having glossy leaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour gum",1,1,1 ], "soft wood, and sour purplish fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sour mash",1,1,1 ], "a grain mash for use in distilling certain whiskeys, consisting of a mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour mash",1,1,1 ], "of new and old mash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sour mash",1,1,2 ], "any whiskey distilled from such a mash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,1 ], "having or denoting a sharp biting taste like that of lemon juice or vinegar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,2 ], "made acid or bad, as in the case of milk or alcohol by the action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,2 ], "microorganisms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,3 ], "having a rancid or unwholesome smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,4 ], "(of a person''s temperament) sullen, morose, or disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,5 ], "(esp| of the weather or climate) harsh and unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,6 ], "disagreeable; distasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,7 ], "(of land, etc|) lacking in fertility, esp| due to excessive acidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,8 ], "(of petrol) containing a relatively large amount of sulphur compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,1,9 ], "go or turn sour| to become unfavourable or inharmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,2,1 ], "something sour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,2,2 ], "any of several iced drinks usually made with spirits, lemon juice, and ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,2,3 ], "an acid used in laundering and bleaching clothes or in curing animal skins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sour",1,3,1 ], "to make or become sour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source program",1,1,1 ], "an original computer program written in FORTRAN, COBOL, etc|, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source program",1,1,1 ], "compiler or assembler" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "source program",1,1,1 ], "converted into the equivalent object program, written in machine language, by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,1 ], "the point or place from which something originates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,1,1 ], "a spring that forms the starting point of a stream; headspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,1,2 ], "the area where the headwaters of a river rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,2 ], "a person, group, etc|, that creates, issues, or originates something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,2,1 ], "any person, book, organization, etc|, from which information, evidence, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,2,1 ], "is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,3 ], "anything, such as a story or work of art, that provides a model or inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,3 ], "for a later work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,4 ], "flow into the interelectrode conductivity channel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,4 ], "the electrode region in a field-effect transistor from which majority carriers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "source",1,1,5 ], "at source| at the point of origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sourdine",1,1,1 ], "a soft stop on an organ or harmonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sourdine",1,1,2 ], "another word for sordino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sourdough",1,1,1 ], "Western U|S|, Canada, and Alaska" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sourdough",1,2,1 ], "(of bread) made with fermented dough used leaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sourdough",1,3,1 ], "an old-time prospector or pioneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sourpuss",1,1,1 ], "a person whose facial expression or nature is habitually gloomy or sullen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soursop",1,1,1 ], "Annonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soursop",1,1,1 ], "a small West Indian tree, Annona muricata, having large spiny fruit: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soursop",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which has a tart edible pulp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sourwood",1,1,1 ], "another name for sorrel tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sousaphone",1,1,1 ], "a large tuba that encircles the player's body and has a bell facing forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,1,1 ], "to plunge (something, oneself, etc|) into water or other liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,1,2 ], "to drench or be drenched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,2,1 ], "to pour or dash (liquid) over (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,2,2 ], "to steep or cook (food) in a marinade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,2,3 ], "to make or become drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,3,1 ], "the liquid or brine used in pickling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,3,2 ], "the act or process of sousing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",1,3,3 ], "a habitual drunkard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",2,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on or upon) to swoop suddenly downward (on a prey)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souse",2,2,1 ], "a sudden downwards swoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souslik",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of suslik" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soutache",1,1,1 ], "a narrow braid used as a decorative trimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soutane",1,1,1 ], "a priest's cassock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souter",1,1,1 ], "and northern English| a shoemaker or cobbler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souterrain",1,1,1 ], "an underground chamber or passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south by east",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "south by east",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass east of south; 168 degrees 45''clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south by east",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south by west",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "south by west",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass west of south; 201 degrees 15''clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south by west",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,1,1 ], "90 degrees clockwise from east and anticlockwise from west" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,1,1 ], "one of the four cardinal points of the compass, at 180 degrees from north and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,1,2 ], "the direction along a meridian towards the South Pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,1,3 ], "austral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,1,3 ], "the south| any area lying in or towards the south| Related adjs|: meridional," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,2,1 ], "situated in, moving towards, or facing the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of the wind) from the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south",1,3,1 ], "in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south-southeast",1,1,1 ], "157 degrees 30''clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "south-southeast",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between southeast and south;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south-southeast",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south-southwest",1,1,1 ], "202 degrees 30''clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "south-southwest",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between south and southwest;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "south-southwest",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southbound",1,1,1 ], "going or leading towards the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeast by east",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "southeast by east",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass north of southeast; 123 degrees 45''clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeast by east",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeast by south",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "southeast by south",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass south of southeast; 146 degrees 15''clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeast by south",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeast" ,1, 1, 1],"degrees clockwise from north",2). c_DEF([ "southeast" ,1, 1, 1],"the point of the compass or the direction midway between south and east, 135",1). c_DEF([ "southeast" ,1, 2, 1],"(sometimes cap|) of or denoting the southeastern part of a specified country,",1). c_DEF([ "southeast" ,1, 2, 1],"area, etc",2). c_DEF([ "southeast" ,1, 2, 2],"situated in, proceeding towards, or facing the southeast",1). c_DEF([ "southeast" ,1, 2, 3],"(esp| of the wind) from the southeast",1). c_DEF([ "southeast" ,1, 3, 1],"in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the southeast",1). c_DEF([ "southeaster",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind or storm from the southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeasterly" ,1, 2, 1],"in, towards, or (esp| of a wind) from the southeast",1). c_DEF([ "southeasterly" ,1, 3, 2],"a strong wind or storm from the southeast",1). c_DEF([ "southeastward",1,1,1 ], "towards or (esp| of a wind) from the southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeastward",1,2,1 ], "a direction towards or area in the southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeastward",1,3,1 ], "a variant of southeastwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southeastwards",1,1,1 ], "to the southeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souther",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind or storm from the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southerly buster",1,1,1 ], "a sudden violent cold wind on the SE coast of Australia causing a rapid drop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southerly buster",1,1,1 ], "in temperature|Sometimes shortened to southerly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "southerly" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or situated in the south",1). c_DEF([ "southerly" ,1, 2, 1],"towards or in the direction of the south",1). c_DEF([ "southerly" ,1, 2, 2],"from the south",1). c_DEF([ "southerly" ,1, 3, 2],"a wind from the south",1). c_DEF([ "southern hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "that half of the earth lying south of the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southern hemisphere",1,1,2 ], "that half of the celestial sphere lying south of the celestial equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southern",1,1,1 ], "situated in or towards the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southern",1,1,2 ], "(of a wind, etc|) coming from the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southern",1,1,3 ], "native to, inhabiting, or growing in the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southern",1,1,4 ], "south of the celestial equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southernly",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for southerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southernmost",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring farthest south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southernwood",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic shrubby wormwood, Artemisia abrotanum, of S Europe, having finely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southernwood",1,1,1 ], "dissected leaves and small drooping heads of yellowish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "southing",1,1,1 ], "movement, deviation, or distance covered in a southerly direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southing",1,1,2 ], "a south or negative declination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southpaw",1,1,1 ], "a boxer who leads with his right hand and off his right foot as opposed to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southpaw",1,1,1 ], "orthodox style of leading with the left" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "southpaw",1,1,2 ], "any left-handed person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southpaw",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a southpaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southward",1,1,1 ], "situated, directed, or moving towards the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southward",1,2,1 ], "the southward part, direction, etc|; the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southward",1,3,1 ], "a variant of southwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the south" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwest by south",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "southwest by south",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass south of southwest; 213 degrees 45''clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwest by south",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwest by west",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "southwest by west",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass north of southwest, 236 degrees 15''clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwest by west",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwest" ,1, 1, 1],"degrees clockwise from north",2). c_DEF([ "southwest" ,1, 1, 1],"the point of the compass or the direction midway between west and south, 225",1). c_DEF([ "southwest" ,1, 2, 1],"(sometimes cap|) of or denoting the southwestern part of a specified country,",1). c_DEF([ "southwest" ,1, 2, 1],"area, etc",2). c_DEF([ "southwest" ,1, 2, 2],"situated in or towards the southwest",1). c_DEF([ "southwest" ,1, 2, 3],"(esp| of the wind) from the southwest",1). c_DEF([ "southwest" ,1, 3, 1],"in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the southwest|?-",1). c_DEF([ "southwester",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind or storm from the southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwesterly" ,1, 2, 1],"in, towards, or (esp| of a wind) from the southwest",1). c_DEF([ "southwesterly" ,1, 3, 2],"a wind or storm from the southwest",1). c_DEF([ "southwestward",1,1,1 ], "from or towards the southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwestward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of southwestwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwestward",1,3,1 ], "a direction towards or area in the southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "southwestwards",1,1,1 ], "to the southwest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souvenir",1,1,1 ], "an object that recalls a certain place, occasion, or person; memento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souvenir",1,1,2 ], "a thing recalled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souvenir",1,2,1 ], "Austral|, euphemistic| to steal or keep (something, esp| a small article) for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "souvenir",1,2,1 ], "one's own use; purloin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sovereign",1,1,1 ], "a person exercising supreme authority, esp| a monarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereign",1,1,2 ], "a former English gold coin worth one pound sterling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereign",1,2,1 ], "supreme in rank or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereign",1,2,2 ], "excellent or outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereign",1,2,3 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereign",1,2,4 ], "independent of outside authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereignty",1,1,1 ], "supreme and unrestricted power, as of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereignty",1,1,2 ], "the position, dominion, or authority of a sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovereignty",1,1,3 ], "an independent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soviet",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) an elected government council at the local, regional," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soviet",1,1,1 ], "and national levels, culminating in the Supreme Soviet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soviet",1,1,2 ], "(in pre-revolutionary Russia) a local revolutionary council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soviet",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovietism",1,1,1 ], "the Soviet Union" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sovietism",1,1,1 ], "the principle or practice of government through soviets, esp| as practised in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovietism",1,1,2 ], "any characteristic deemed representative of Soviet ideology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovietize",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bring (a country, person, etc|) under Soviet control or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovietize",1,1,2 ], "and economic structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sovietize",1,1,2 ], "to cause (a country) to conform to the Soviet model in its social, political," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovkhoz",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) a large mechanized farm owned by the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sovran",1,2,1 ], "a literary word for sovereign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow bug",1,1,1 ], "any of various woodlice, esp| any of the genera Oniscus and Porcellio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow thistle",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sow thistle",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the Old World genus Sonchus, esp| S| oleraceus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow thistle",1,1,1 ], "having milky juice, prickly leaves, and heads of yellow flowers: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sow",1,1,1 ], "etc|) so that it may grow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sow",1,1,1 ], "to scatter or place (seed, a crop, etc|) in or on (a piece of ground, field," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow",1,2,1 ], "to implant or introduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow",2,1,1 ], "a female adult pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow",2,1,2 ], "the female of certain other animals, such as the mink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow",2,1,2,1 ], "the channels for leading molten metal to the moulds in casting pig iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sow",2,1,2,2 ], "iron that has solidified in these channels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sowback",1,1,1 ], "another name for hog back ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sowbread",1,1,1 ], "a S European primulaceous plant, Cyclamen hederifolium, with heart-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sowbread",1,1,1 ], "leaves and pink nodding flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sowens",1,1,1 ], "a porridge made from oatmeal husks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sown",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of sow'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soy sauce",1,1,1 ], "Chinese cookery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soy sauce",1,1,1 ], "a salty pungent dark brown sauce made from fermented soya beans, used esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soya bean",1,1,1 ], "an Asian bean plant, Glycine max (or G| soja), cultivated for its nutritious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "soya bean",1,1,1 ], "seeds, for forage, and to improve the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "soya bean",1,1,2 ], "the seed of this plant, used as food, forage, and as the source of an oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sozzled",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spa",1,1,1 ], "a mineral spring or a place or resort where such a spring is found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space age",1,1,1 ], "the period in which the exploration of space has become possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space age",1,2,1 ], "space-age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space age",1,2,2 ], "futuristic or ultra-modern, esp| when suggestive of space technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space capsule",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle, sometimes carrying men or animals, designed to obtain scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space capsule",1,1,1 ], "information from space, planets, etc|, and be recovered on returning to earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space heater",1,1,1 ], "a heater used to warm the air in an enclosed area, such as a room or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space lattice",1,1,1 ], "the more formal name for lattice ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space medicine",1,1,1 ], "earth's atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space medicine",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the effects on man of flight outside the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space opera",1,1,1 ], "a science fiction drama, such as a film or television programme, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space opera",1,1,1 ], "dealing with interplanetary flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space platform",1,1,1 ], "another name for space station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space probe",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle, such as a satellite, equipped to obtain scientific information," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space probe",1,1,1 ], "normally transmitted back to earth by radio, about the atmosphere, surface, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space probe",1,1,1 ], "temperature of a planet, conditions in space, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "space shuttle",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle, such as a two-stage rocket and aircraft, designed to be used for at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space shuttle",1,1,1 ], "least 100 space flights, carrying men and materials to space stations in orbit around" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space shuttle",1,1,1 ], "the earth or to bases on the moon, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "space station",1,1,1 ], "any large manned artificial satellite designed to orbit the earth during a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space station",1,1,1 ], "long period of time thus providing a base for scientific and medical research in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space station",1,1,1 ], "space and a construction site, launching pad, and docking arrangements for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "space station",1,1,1 ], "spacecraft" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "space writer",1,1,1 ], "a writer paid by the area of his copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,1 ], "located" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,1 ], "the unlimited three-dimensional expanse in which all material objects are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,2 ], "an interval of distance or time between two points, objects, or events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3 ], "a blank portion or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,1 ], "bodies of the universe| The density is normally negligible although cosmic rays," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,1 ], "earth and moon), interplanetary space, interstellar space, and intergalactic space" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,1 ], "meteorites, gas clouds, etc|, can occur| It can be divided into cislunar space (between the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,1 ], "solar system, stars, galaxies, etc|; universe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,1 ], "the region beyond the earth's atmosphere containing the other planets of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,1 ], "the region beyond the earth's atmosphere occurring between the celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,1 ], "unoccupied area or room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,4 ], "a seat or place, as on a train, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,5 ], "a piece of metal, less than type-high, used to separate letters or words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,6 ], "any of the gaps between the lines that make up the staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,7 ], "a collection of unspecified points having properties that obey a specified set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,7 ], "of axioms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,8 ], "characters in Morse code" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,1,8 ], "the period of time that separates complete letters, digits, and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,2,1 ], "to place or arrange at intervals or with spaces between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,2,2 ], "to divide into or by spaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space",1,2,3 ], "to separate (letters, words, or lines) by the insertion of spaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space-bar",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal bar on a type-writer that is depressed in order to leave a space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "space-bar",1,1,1 ], "between words, letters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space-time",1,1,1 ], "coordinate that together completely specify the location of a particle or an event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "space-time",1,1,1 ], "the four-dimensional continuum having three spatial coordinates and one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaceband",1,1,1 ], "a device on a linecaster for evening up the spaces between words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacecraft",1,1,1 ], "a manned or unmanned vehicle designed to orbit the earth or travel to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacecraft",1,1,1 ], "celestial objects for the purpose of research, exploration, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spaced out",1,1,1 ], "intoxicated through taking a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaceless",1,1,1 ], "having no limits in space; infinite or boundless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaceless",1,1,2 ], "occupying no space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaceman" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who travels in outer space, esp| one trained to participate in a",1). c_DEF([ "spaceman" ,1, 1, 2],"space flight",2). c_DEF([ "spaceport",1,1,1 ], "a base equipped to launch, maintain, and test spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaceship",1,1,1 ], "a manned spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacesuit",1,1,1 ], "any of various types of sealed and pressurized suits worn by astronauts or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacesuit",1,1,1 ], "cosmonauts that provide an artificial atmosphere, acceptable temperature," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spacesuit",1,1,1 ], "radio-communication link, and protection from radiation for work outside a spacecraft" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spacewalk",1,1,1 ], "attached by a lifeline to a spacecraft| Technical name: extravehicular activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spacewalk",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of floating and manoeuvring in space, outside but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacewalk",1,2,1 ], "to float and manoeuvre in space while outside but attached to a spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacial",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of spatial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacing",1,1,1 ], "legibility or aesthetic appeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spacing",1,1,1 ], "the arrangment of letters, words, etc|, on a page in order to achieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacing",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of objects in a space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spacious",1,1,1 ], "having a large capacity or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade foot",1,1,1 ], "a spadelike projection at the end of a chair leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade guinea",1,1,1 ], "George III" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spade guinea",1,1,1 ], "a guinea decorated with a spade-shaped shield, coined during the reign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,1 ], "a tool for digging, typically consisting of a flat rectangular steel blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,1 ], "attached to a long wooden handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,1,1 ], "an object or part resembling a spade in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,2 ], "a heavy metallic projection attached to the trail of a gun carriage that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,2 ], "embeds itself into the ground and so reduces recoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,3 ], "a type of oar blade that is comparatively broad and short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,4 ], "a cutting tool for stripping the blubber from a whale or skin from a carcass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,1,5 ], "call a spade a spade| to speak plainly and frankly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",1,2,1 ], "to use a spade on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",2,1,1,1 ], "the black symbol on a playing card resembling a heart-shaped leaf with a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",2,1,1,2 ], "a card with one or more of these symbols or (when pl|) the suit of cards so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",2,1,1,2 ], "marked, usually the highest ranking of the four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spade",2,1,2 ], "a derogatory word for a Negro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spade",2,1,3 ], "in spades| U|S| informal| in an extreme or emphatic way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spadefish",1,1,1 ], "any spiny-finned food fish of the family Ephippidae, esp| Chaetodipterus faber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spadefish",1,1,1 ], "of American Atlantic coastal waters, having a deeply compressed body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spadework",1,1,1 ], "dull or routine preparatory work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spadiceous",1,1,1 ], "producing or resembling a spadix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spadiceous",1,1,2 ], "of a bright brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spadix",1,1,1 ], "a racemose inflorescence having many small sessile flowers borne on a fleshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spadix",1,1,1 ], "stem, the whole being enclosed in spathe: occurs in aroid plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spae",1,1,1 ], "to foretell (the future)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spag",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) South Wales dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spag",1,1,2 ], "(of a cat) to scratch (a person) with the claws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaghetti western",1,1,1 ], "a cowboy film about the American West made by an Italian director, in Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaghetti",1,1,1 ], "pasta in the form of long strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spagyric",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to alchemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spahi",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an irregular cavalryman in the Turkish armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spahi",1,1,2 ], "a member of a body of native Algerian cavalrymen in the French armed forces:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spahi",1,1,2 ], "disbanded after 1962" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spake",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spall",1,1,1 ], "a splinter or chip of ore, rock, or stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spall",1,2,1 ], "to split or cause to split into such fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spallation",1,1,1 ], "a type of nuclear reaction in which a photon or particle hits a nucleus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spallation",1,1,1 ], "causes it to emit other particles or photons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spalpeen",1,1,1 ], "a rascal or layabout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "span of apprehension",1,1,1 ], "presentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "span of apprehension",1,1,1 ], "the maximum number of objects that can be correctly assessed after a brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "span roof",1,1,1 ], "a roof consisting of two equal sloping sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 1, 1],"bridge or arch",2). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 1, 1],"the interval, space, or distance between two points, such as the ends of a",1). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 1, 2],"the complete duration or extent",1). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,wingspan",1). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 1, 4],"a unit of length based on the width of an expanded hand, usually taken as nine",1). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 1, 4],"inches",2). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 3, 1],"to stretch or extend across, over, or around",1). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 3, 2],"to provide with something that extends across or around",1). c_DEF([ "span" ,1, 3, 3],"to measure or cover, esp| with the extended hand",1). c_DEF([ "span",2,1,1 ], "a team of horses or oxen, esp| two matched animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "span",3,1,1 ], "a past tense of spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "span-new",1,1,1 ], "absolutely new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spancel",1,1,1 ], "a length of rope for hobbling an animal, esp| a horse or cow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spancel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to hobble (an animal) with a loose rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spandrel",1,1,1 ], "an approximately triangular surface bounded by the outer curve of an arch and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spandrel",1,1,1 ], "the adjacent wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spandrel",1,1,2 ], "the surface area between two adjacent arches and the horizontal cornice above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spandrel",1,1,2 ], "them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spang",1,1,1 ], "exactly, firmly, or straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spangle",1,1,1 ], "a small thin piece of metal or other shiny material used as a decoration, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spangle",1,1,1 ], "on clothes; sequin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spangle",1,1,2 ], "any glittering or shiny spot or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spangle",1,2,1 ], "to glitter or shine with or like spangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spangle",1,3,1 ], "to decorate or cover with spangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a breed of gundog with long frilled ears, a silky coat, and the tail usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spaniel",1,1,1 ], "docked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spaniel",1,1,2 ], "an obsequiously devoted person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spank",1,1,1 ], "to slap or smack with the open hand, esp| on the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spank",1,2,1 ], "a slap or series of slaps with the flat of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spank",2,1,1 ], "to go at a quick and lively pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanker",1,1,1 ], "a fore-and-aft sail or a mast that is aftermost in a sailing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanker",1,1,2 ], "a person or animal that moves at a quick smart pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanker",1,1,3 ], "something outstandingly fine or large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanking",1,1,1 ], "a series of spanks, esp| on the buttocks, usually as a punishment for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanking",1,1,1 ], "children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spanking",2,1,1 ], "outstandingly fine, smart, large, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanking",2,1,2 ], "quick and energetic; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanking",2,1,3 ], "(esp| of a breeze) fresh and brisk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanner",1,1,1 ], "a steel hand tool with a handle carrying jaws or a hole of particular shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spanner",1,1,1 ], "designed to grip a nut or bolt head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spanner",1,1,2 ], "spanner in the works| Brit| informal| a source of impediment or annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spans",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spans",1,1,2 ], "a large number (esp| of people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar buoy",1,1,1 ], "a buoy resembling a vertical log" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",1,1,1,1 ], "any piece of nautical gear resembling a pole and used as a mast, boom, gaff," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",1,1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spar",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",1,1,2 ], "a principal supporting structural member of an aerofoil that runs from tip to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",1,1,2 ], "tip or root to tip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spar",2,1,1 ], "(intr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",2,1,2 ], "to box using light blows, as in training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",2,1,3 ], "to dispute or argue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",2,1,4 ], "(of gamecocks, etc|) to fight with the feet or spurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",2,2,1 ], "an unaggressive fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",2,2,2 ], "an argument or wrangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",3,1,1 ], "any of various minerals, such as feldspar or calcite, that are light coloured," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spar",3,1,1 ], "microcrystalline, transparent to translucent, and easily cleavable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparable",1,1,1 ], "a small nail with no head, used for fixing the soles and heels of shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare tyre",1,1,1 ], "an additional tyre, usually mounted on a wheel, carried by a motor vehicle in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare tyre",1,1,1 ], "case of puncture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spare tyre",1,1,2 ], "slang, jocular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare tyre",1,1,3 ], "a deposit of fat just above the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,1,1 ], "to refrain from punishing, harming, or injuring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,2,1 ], "to release or relieve, as from pain, suffering, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,3,1 ], "to refrain from using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,4,1 ], "to be able to afford or give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,4,2 ], "(esp| of Providence) to allow to survive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,5,1 ], "to act or live frugally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,6,1 ], "to show mercy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,6,2 ], "not spare oneself| to exert oneself to the full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,6,3 ], "to spare| more than is required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,7,1 ], "in excess of what is needed; additional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,7,2 ], "able to be used when needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,7,3 ], "(of a person) thin and lean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,7,4 ], "scanty or meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,8,1 ], "upset, angry, or distracted (esp| in the phrase go spare)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,9,1 ], "a duplicate kept as a replacement in case of damage or loss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,9,2 ], "a spare tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,9,2,1 ], "the act of knocking down all the pins with the two bowls of a single frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spare",1,9,2,2 ], "the score thus made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparerib",1,1,1 ], "a cut of pork ribs with most of the meat trimmed off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparge",1,1,1 ], "to sprinkle or scatter (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparid",1,1,1 ], "Sparidae, having a deep compressed body and well-developed teeth: includes the sea breams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparid",1,1,1 ], "and porgies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sparid",1,1,1 ], "any marine percoid fish of the chiefly tropical and subtropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Sparidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparing",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by of) economical or frugal (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparing",1,1,2 ], "scanty; meagre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparing",1,1,3 ], "merciful or lenient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark chamber",1,1,1 ], "a device for detecting ionizing radiation, consisting of two oppositely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark chamber",1,1,1 ], "charged metal plates in a chamber containing inert gas, so that a particle passing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spark chamber",1,1,1 ], "through the chamber ionizes the gas and causes a spark to jump between the electrodes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spark coil",1,1,1 ], "an induction coil used to produce spark discharges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark gap",1,1,1 ], "shortened to gap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spark gap",1,1,1 ], "the space between two electrodes across which a spark can jump| Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark off",1,1,1 ], "to bring into being or action activate or initiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark plug",1,1,1 ], "another name for sparking plug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark transmitter",1,1,1 ], "a capacitor through an inductor in series with a spark gap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spark transmitter",1,1,1 ], "an early type of radio transmitter in which power is generated by discharging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,1 ], "a fiery particle thrown out or left by burning material or caused by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,1 ], "friction of two hard surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,1,1 ], "a momentary flash of light accompanied by a sharp crackling noise, produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,1,1 ], "a sudden electrical discharge through the air or some other insulating medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,1,1 ], "between two points" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,1,2 ], "the electrical discharge itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,2 ], "anything that serves to animate, kindle, or excite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,3 ], "a trace or hint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,4 ], "vivacity, enthusiasm, or humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,1,5 ], "a small piece of diamond, as used in the cutting of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,2,1 ], "to give off sparks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,2,2 ], "(of the sparking plug or ignition system of an internal-combustion engine) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,2,2 ], "produce a spark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spark",1,3,1 ], "to kindle, excite, or animate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",2,1,1 ], "a fashionable or gallant young man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",2,1,2 ], "bright spark| Brit, usually ironic| a person who appears clever or witty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spark",2,2,1 ], "to woo (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparking plug",1,1,1 ], "a device screwed into the cylinder head of an internal-combustion engine to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparking plug",1,1,1 ], "between a point earthed to the body of the plug and the tip of a central insulated rod" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sparking plug",1,1,1 ], "ignite the explosive mixture by means of an electric spark which jumps across a gap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparkle",1,1,1 ], "to issue or reflect or cause to issue or reflect bright points of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparkle",1,2,1 ], "(of wine, mineral water, etc|) to effervesce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparkle",1,3,1 ], "to be vivacious or witty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparkle",1,4,1 ], "a point of light, spark, or gleam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparkler",1,1,1 ], "a type of firework that throws out showers of sparks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparkler",1,1,2 ], "a sparkling gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparkling wine",1,1,1 ], "a wine made effervescent by added carbon dioxide gas, introduced artificially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparkling wine",1,1,1 ], "or produced naturally by secondary fermentation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparks",1,1,1 ], "an electrician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparks",1,1,2 ], "a radio officer, esp| on a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparling",1,1,1 ], "another name for the European smelt (see smelt (the fish))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparling",1,1,2 ], "a young herring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparoid",1,2,1 ], "another word for sparid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparring partner",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises with a boxer during training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparrow hawk",1,1,1 ], "a very small North American falcon, Falco sparverius, that is closely related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparrow hawk",1,1,1 ], "to the kestrels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparrow",1,1,1 ], "any weaverbird of the genus Passer and related genera, esp| the house sparrow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparrow",1,1,1 ], "having a brown or grey plumage and feeding on seeds or insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparrow",1,1,2 ], "any of various North American finches, such as the chipping sparrow (Spizella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparrow",1,1,2 ], "passerina) and the song sparrow (Melospiza melodia), that have a dullish streaked plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparrowgrass",1,1,1 ], "a dialect or popular name for asparagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparrowhawk",1,1,1 ], "any of several small hawks, esp| Accipiter nisus, of Eurasia and N Africa that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparrowhawk",1,1,1 ], "prey on smaller birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sparry",1,1,1 ], "containing, relating to, or resembling spar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparse",1,1,1 ], "scattered or scanty; not dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparteine",1,1,1 ], "a viscous oily alkaloid extracted from the broom plant and lupin seeds| It has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sparteine",1,1,1 ], "been used in medicine to treat heart arrhythmias" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spasm",1,1,1 ], "an involuntary muscular contraction, esp| one resulting in cramp or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spasm",1,1,1 ], "convulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spasm",1,1,2 ], "a sudden burst of activity, emotion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spasmodic",1,1,1 ], "taking place in sudden brief spells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spasmodic",1,1,2 ], "of or characterized by spasms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spastic",1,1,1 ], "affected by or resembling spasms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spastic",1,1,2 ], "clumsy, incapable or incompetent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spastic",1,2,1 ], "a person who is affected by spasms or convulsions, esp| one who has cerebral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spastic",1,2,1 ], "palsy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spastic",1,2,2 ], "a clumsy, incapable, or incompetent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spat" ,1, 1, 1],"a slap or smack",1). c_DEF([ "spat" ,1, 1, 2],"a slight quarrel",1). c_DEF([ "spat" ,1, 2, 1],"to slap (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "spat" ,1, 2, 3],"to have a slight quarrel",1). c_DEF([ "spat",2,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of spit'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spat",3,1,1 ], "another name for gaiter ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spat",4,1,1 ], "a larval oyster or similar bivalve mollusc, esp| when it settles to the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spat",4,1,1 ], "bottom and starts to develop a shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spat",4,1,2 ], "such oysters or other molluscs collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatchcock",1,1,1 ], "a chicken or game bird split down the back and grilled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatchcock",1,2,1 ], "inappropriately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spatchcock",1,2,1 ], "to interpolate (words, a story, etc|) into a sentence, narrative, etc|, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spate",1,1,1 ], "a fast flow, rush, or outpouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spate",1,1,2 ], "a sudden flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spate",1,1,3 ], "a sudden heavy downpour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spathe",1,1,1 ], "a large bract, often coloured, that encloses the inflorescence of any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spathe",1,1,1 ], "several members of the lily family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spathic",1,1,1 ], "(of minerals) resembling spar, esp| in having good cleavage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatial",1,1,2 ], "existing or happening in space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatiotemporal",1,1,1 ], "of or existing in both space and time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatiotemporal",1,1,2 ], "of or concerned with space-time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,1,1 ], "splash (something) in scattered drops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,1,1 ], "to scatter or splash (a substance, esp| a liquid) or (of a substance) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,2,1 ], "to sprinkle, cover, or spot (with a liquid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,3,1 ], "to slander or defame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,4,1 ], "to shower or rain down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,5,1 ], "the sound of something spattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,5,2 ], "something spattered, such as a spot or splash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatter",1,5,3 ], "the act or an instance of spattering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatterdash",1,1,1 ], "another name for roughcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatterdash",1,1,2 ], "long leather leggings worn in the 18th century, as to protect from mud when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatterdash",1,1,2 ], "riding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spatula",1,1,1 ], "a utensil with a broad flat, often flexible blade, used for lifting," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatula",1,1,1 ], "spreading, or stirring foods, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spatulate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a spatula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spatulate",1,1,2 ], "having a narrow base and a broad rounded apex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spavin",1,1,1 ], "distension of the ligament (bog spavin), usually caused by inflammation or injury, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spavin",1,1,1 ], "enlargement of the hock of a horse by a bony growth (bony spavin) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spavin",1,1,1 ], "often resulting in lameness" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spavined",1,1,1 ], "affected with spavin; lame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spavined",1,1,2 ], "decrepit or worn out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spawn",1,1,1 ], "the mass of eggs deposited by fish, amphibians, or molluscs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spawn",1,1,2 ], "offspring, product, or yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spawn",1,1,3 ], "the nontechnical name for mycelium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spawn",1,2,1 ], "(of fish, amphibians, etc|) to produce or deposit (eggs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spawn",1,2,2 ], "(of people) to produce (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spawn",1,2,3 ], "to produce or engender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spay",1,1,1 ], "to remove the ovaries from (a female animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak for",1,1,1 ], "to speak as a representative of (other people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak for",1,1,2 ], "speak for itself| to be so evident that no further comment is necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak for",1,1,3 ], "speak for yourself| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak for",1,1,4 ], "(used as an imperative) do not presume that other people agree with you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak out",1,1,1 ], "to state one's beliefs, objections, etc|, bravely and firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak out",1,1,2 ], "to speak more loudly and clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak to",1,1,1 ], "to address (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak to",1,1,2 ], "to reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak to",1,1,3 ], "to give evidence of or comments on (a subject)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak up",1,1,1 ], "to speak more loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak up",1,1,2 ], "to state one's beliefs, objections, etc|, bravely and firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,1,1 ], "to make (verbal utterances); utter (words)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,1,2 ], "to communicate or express (something) in or as if in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,2,1 ], "to deliver a speech, discourse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,3,1 ], "to know how to talk in (a language or dialect)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,4,1 ], "to make a characteristic sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,5,1 ], "(of dogs, esp| hounds used in hunting) to give tongue; bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,6,1 ], "to hail and converse or communicate with (another vessel) at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,7,1 ], "(of a musical instrument) to produce a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,8,1 ], "to be representative or advocate (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,8,2 ], "on speaking terms| on good terms; friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,8,3 ], "so to speak| in a manner of speaking; as it were" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,8,4 ], "speak one's mind| to express one's opinions frankly and plainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speak",1,8,5 ], "to speak of| of a significant or worthwhile nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speakeasy",1,1,1 ], "a place where alcoholic drink was sold illicitly during Prohibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who speaks, esp| at a formal occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaking clock",1,1,1 ], "a telephone service that gives a precise verbal statement of the correct time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaking in tongues",1,1,1 ], "another term for gift of tongues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaking trumpet",1,1,1 ], "a trumpet-shaped instrument used to carry the voice a great distance or held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaking trumpet",1,1,1 ], "to the ear by a deaf person to aid his hearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speaking tube",1,1,1 ], "a tube or pipe for conveying a person's voice from one room, area, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaking tube",1,1,1 ], "building to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speaking",1,1,1 ], "eloquent, impressive, or striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaking",1,1,1,1 ], "able to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speaking",1,1,1,2 ], "able to speak a particular language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spear gun",1,1,1 ], "a device for firing spears underwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spear side",1,1,1 ], "the male side or branch of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spear",1,1,1 ], "a weapon consisting of a long shaft with a sharp pointed end of metal, stone," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spear",1,1,1 ], "or wood that may be thrown or thrusted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spear",1,1,2 ], "a similar implement used to catch fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spear",1,1,3 ], "another name for spearman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spear",1,2,1 ], "to pierce (something) with or as if with a spear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spear",2,1,1 ], "a shoot, slender stalk or blade, as of grass, asparagus, or broccoli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for marlin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearhead",1,1,1 ], "the pointed head of a spear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearhead",1,1,2 ], "the leading force in a military attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearhead",1,1,3 ], "any person or thing that leads or initiates an attack, campaign, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearhead",1,2,1 ], "to lead or initiate (an attack, campaign, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearman",1,1,1 ], "a soldier armed with a spear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearmint",1,1,1 ], "a purple-flowered mint plant, Mentha spicata, of S and central Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spearmint",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its leaves, which yield an oil used for flavouring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spearwort",1,1,1 ], "R| flammula and R| lingua , which grow in wet places and have long narrow leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spearwort",1,1,1 ], "and yellow flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spearwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian ranunculaceous plants of the genus Ranunculus, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spec" ,1, 1, 1],"on spec| Informal| as a speculation or gamble",1). c_DEF([ "spec" ,1, 2, 2],"speculative",1). c_DEF([ "special assessment",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a special charge levied on property-owners by a county or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special assessment",1,1,1 ], "municipality to help pay the costs of a civic improvement that increases the value of their" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special assessment",1,1,1 ], "property" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "special case",1,1,1 ], "an agreed written statement of facts submitted by litigants to a court for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special case",1,1,1 ], "decision on a point of law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special constable",1,1,1 ], "a person recruited for temporary or occasional police duties, esp| in time of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special constable",1,1,1 ], "emergency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special delivery",1,1,1 ], "the delivery of a piece of mail outside the time of a scheduled delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special drawing rights",1,1,1 ], "may draw in proportion to their contribution to the Fund" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special drawing rights",1,1,1 ], "the reserve assets of the International Monetary Fund on which member nations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special effects",1,1,1 ], "techniques used in the production of scenes that cannot be achieved by normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special effects",1,1,1 ], "techniques" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special jury",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a jury whose members were drawn from some profession or rank of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special jury",1,1,1 ], "society as well as possessing the usual qualifications for jury service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special licence",1,1,1 ], "a licence permitting a marriage to take place by dispensing with the usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special licence",1,1,1 ], "legal conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special pleading",1,1,1 ], "a pleading that alleges new facts that offset those put forward by the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special pleading",1,1,1 ], "side rather than directly admitting or denying those facts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special pleading",1,1,2 ], "a pleading that emphasizes the favourable aspects of a case while omitting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special pleading",1,1,2 ], "unfavourable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special privilege",1,1,1 ], "a legally endorsed privilege granted exclusively to some individual or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special sort",1,1,1 ], "a character, such as an accented letter, that is not a usual member of any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special sort",1,1,1 ], "fount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "contraction" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "special theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "physics are equally valid in all nonaccelerated frames of reference and that the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "special theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "space-time continuum, the equivalence of mass and energy, and the Lorentz-Fitzgerald" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "special theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "the theory proposed in 1905 by Einstein, which assumes that the laws of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "special theory of relativity",1,1,1 ], "velocity of light is independent of an observer's velocity| It leads to the idea of a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 1, 1],"distinguished, set apart from, or excelling others of its kind",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 1, 2],"designed or reserved for a particular purpose",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 1, 3],"not usual or commonplace",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 1, 4],"particular or primary",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 1, 5],"children",2). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 1, 5],"denoting or relating to the education of physically or mentally handicapped",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 2, 1],"a special person or thing, such as an extra edition of a newspaper or a train",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 2, 1],"reserved for a particular purpose",2). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 2, 2],"a dish or meal given prominence, esp| at a low price, in a cafe, etc",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 2, 3],"a convict given special treatment on account of his education, social class,",1). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 2, 3],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "special" ,1, 2, 4],"short for ,special constable",1). c_DEF([ "specialism",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of specializing in something, or the thing itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialist",1,1,1 ], "a person who specializes in or devotes himself to a particular area of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialist",1,1,1 ], "activity, field of research, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specialist",1,1,2 ], "an enlisted rank in the U|S| Army denoting technical qualifications that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialist",1,1,2 ], "entitle the holder to a noncommissioned officer's pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speciality",1,1,1 ], "a special interest or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speciality",1,1,1,1 ], "a service or product specialized in, as at a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speciality",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speciality",1,1,2 ], "a special or distinguishing feature or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialize",1,1,1 ], "activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specialize",1,1,1 ], "to train in or devote oneself to a particular area of study, occupation, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialize",1,1,2 ], "particular environment or way of life or (of organisms, etc|) to develop in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specialize",1,1,2 ], "to cause (organisms or their parts) to develop in a way most suited to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialize",1,2,1 ], "to modify or make suitable for a special use or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialize",1,3,1 ], "to mention specifically; specify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialize",1,4,1 ], "to endorse (a commercial paper) to a specific payee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialty",1,1,1 ], "a formal contract or obligation expressed in a deed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specialty",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of speciality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speciation",1,1,1 ], "isolation of a group of individuals from the main stock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speciation",1,1,1 ], "the evolutionary development of a biological species, as by geographical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specie point",1,1,1 ], "another name for gold point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specie",1,1,1 ], "coin money, as distinguished from bullion or paper money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specie",1,1,2 ], "in specie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specie",1,1,2,1 ], "(of money) in coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specie",1,1,2,2 ], "in kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specie",1,1,2,3 ], "Law| in the actual form specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,1,1 ], "any of the taxonomic groups into which a genus is divided, the members of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,1,1 ], "example Felis domesticus (the domestic cat)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,1,1 ], "species is designated in italics by the genus name followed by the specific name, for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,1,1 ], "which are capable of interbreeding: often contain subspecies, varieties, or races| A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,1,2 ], "the animals of such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,1,3 ], "any group of related animals or plants not necessarily of this taxonomic rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,2 ], "a group of objects or individuals, all sharing at least one common attribute," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,2 ], "that forms a subdivision of a genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,3 ], "a kind, sort, or variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,4 ], "the outward form of the bread and wine in the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,5 ], "an outward appearance or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "species",1,1,6 ], "specie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specifiable",1,1,1 ], "able to be specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific gravity",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the density of a substance to that of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific heat capacity",1,1,1 ], "interval under specified conditions, such as constant pressure: usually measured in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specific heat capacity",1,1,1 ], "joules per kelvin per kilogram| Symbol" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "specific heat capacity",1,1,1 ], "the heat required to raise unit mass of a substance by unit temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific impulse",1,1,1 ], "consumption: it has units of time and is the length of time one pound of propellant would" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specific impulse",1,1,1 ], "last if used to produce one pound of thrust continuously" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "specific impulse",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the thrust produced by a rocket engine to the rate of fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific performance",1,1,1 ], "a remedy awarded by a court where damages are an insufficient remedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific resistance",1,1,1 ], "the former name for resistivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific viscosity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the resistance to flow of a fluid, expressed as the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific viscosity",1,1,1 ], "absolute viscosity of the fluid to that of a reference fluid (usually water in the case" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specific viscosity",1,1,1 ], "of liquids)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "specific volume",1,1,1 ], "the volume of matter per unit mass; the reciprocal of the density| Symbol: n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,1 ], "explicit, particular, or definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,2 ], "relating to a specified or particular thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a biological species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,4 ], "(of a disease) caused by a particular pathogenic agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,4,1 ], "characteristic of a property of a particular substance, esp| in relation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,4,1 ], "the same property of a standard reference substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,4,2 ], "area, volume, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,4,2 ], "characteristic of a property of a particular substance per unit mass, length," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,4,3 ], "(of an extensive physical quantity) divided by mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,5 ], "Also (rare): specifical| International trade| denoting a tariff levied at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,1,5 ], "fixed sum per unit of weight, quantity, volume, etc|, irrespective of value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,2,1 ], "a designated quality, thing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specific",1,2,2 ], "any drug used to treat a particular disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specification",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of specifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specification",1,1,2 ], "(in patent law) a written statement accompanying an application for a patent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specification",1,1,2 ], "that describes the nature of an invention" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specification",1,1,3 ], "a detailed description of the criteria for the constituents, construction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specification",1,1,3 ], "appearance, performance, etc|, of a material, apparatus, etc|, or of the standard of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specification",1,1,3 ], "workmanship required in its manufacture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "specification",1,1,4 ], "an item, detail, etc|, specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|; may take a clause as object) to refer to or state specifically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specify",1,1,2 ], "to state as a condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specify",1,1,3 ], "to state or include in the specification of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specif|",1,1,1 ], "specifically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,1,1 ], "an individual, object, or part regarded as typical of the group or class to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,1,1 ], "which it belongs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,2 ], "a sample of tissue, blood, urine, etc|, taken for diagnostic examination or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,2 ], "evaluation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,3 ], "as an example of its class, species, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,3 ], "the whole or a part of an organism, plant, rock, etc|, collected and preserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specimen",1,1,4 ], "a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speciosity",1,1,1 ], "a thing or person that is deceptively attractive or plausible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speciosity",1,1,2 ], "the state of being specious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speciosity",1,1,3 ], "the state of being beautiful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specious",1,1,1 ], "apparently correct or true, but actually wrong or false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specious",1,1,2 ], "deceptively attractive in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speck",1,1,1 ], "a very small mark or spot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speck",1,1,2 ], "a small or tiny piece of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speck",1,2,1 ], "to mark with specks or spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speckle",1,1,1 ], "a small or slight mark usually of a contrasting colour, as on the skin, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speckle",1,1,1 ], "bird's plumage, or eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speckle",1,2,1 ], "to mark with or as if with speckles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speckled trout",1,1,1 ], "another name for brook trout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specs",1,1,1 ], "short for spectacles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specs",1,1,2 ], "short for specifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacle",1,1,1 ], "a public display or performance, esp| a showy or ceremonial one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacle",1,1,2 ], "a thing or person seen, esp| an unusual or ridiculous one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacle",1,1,3 ], "a strange or interesting object or phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacled",1,1,1 ], "wearing glasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacled",1,1,2 ], "(of an animal) having markings around the eyes resembling a pair of glasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacles",1,1,1 ], "a pair of glasses for correcting defective vision| Often (informal) shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacles",1,1,1 ], "to specs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectacles",1,1,2 ], "pair of spectacles| Cricket| a score of 0 in each innings of a match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacular",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a spectacle; impressive, grand, or dramatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacular",1,1,2 ], "unusually marked or great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectacular",1,2,1 ], "a lavishly produced performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectator sport",1,1,1 ], "a sport that attracts people as spectators rather than as participants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectator",1,1,1 ], "a person viewing anything; onlooker; observer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectra",1,1,1 ], "the plural of spectrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectral luminous efficiency",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the efficiency of radiation of a given wavelength in producing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectral luminous efficiency",1,1,1 ], "the maximum value of this ratio is unity| Symbol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spectral luminous efficiency",1,1,1 ], "visual sensation| It is equal to the ratio of the radiant flux at a standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectral luminous efficiency",1,1,1 ], "wavelength to that at the given wavelength when the standard wavelength is chosen so that" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spectral type",1,1,1 ], "a scale of diminishing surface temperature" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spectral type",1,1,1 ], "any of various groups into which stars are classified according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectral type",1,1,1 ], "characteristic spectral lines and bands| The most important classification (Harvard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectral type",1,1,1 ], "classification) has a series of classes W, O, B, A, F, G, K, M, R, N, S, the series also being" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spectral",1,1,1 ], "of or like a spectre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectral",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a spectrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectral",1,1,3 ], "(of a physical quantity) relating to a single wavelength of radiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectre",1,1,1 ], "a ghost; phantom; apparition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectre",1,1,2 ], "a mental image of something unpleasant or menacing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a spectrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrobolometer",1,1,1 ], "a combined spectroscope and bolometer for determining the wavelength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrobolometer",1,1,1 ], "distribution of radiant energy emitted by a source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrograph",1,1,1 ], "(spectrogram) of a spectrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrograph",1,1,1 ], "a spectroscope or spectrometer that produces a photographic record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectroheliograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used to photograph the sun in light of a particular wavelength," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectroheliograph",1,1,1 ], "surface and in the atmosphere| The photograph obtained is a spectroheliogram" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spectroheliograph",1,1,1 ], "usually that of calcium or hydrogen, to show the distribution of the element over the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrohelioscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument, similar to the spectroheliograph, used for observing solar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrohelioscope",1,1,1 ], "radiation at one particular wavelength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrometer",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for producing a spectrum, esp| one in which wavelength, energy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrometer",1,1,1 ], "intensity, etc|, can be measured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrophotometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for producing or recording a spectrum and measuring the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrophotometer",1,1,1 ], "infrared, visible, and ultraviolet radiation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spectrophotometer",1,1,1 ], "photometric intensity of each wavelength present, esp| such an instrument used for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscope",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of instruments for dispersing electromagnetic radiation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscope",1,1,1 ], "thus forming or recording a spectrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscopic analysis",1,1,1 ], "of substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscopic analysis",1,1,1 ], "the use of spectroscopy in determining the chemical or physical constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscopy",1,1,1 ], "analysing spectra, the methods employed depending on the radiation being examined| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscopy",1,1,1 ], "molecules, ions, etc" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscopy",1,1,1 ], "techniques are widely used in chemical analysis and in studies of the properties of atoms," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spectroscopy",1,1,1 ], "the science and practice of using spectrometers and spectroscopes and of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum analysis",1,1,1 ], "distribution in its molecules" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum analysis",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of a spectrum to determine the properties of its source, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum analysis",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of the emission spectrum of a substance to determine the electron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,2 ], "longest wavelength, to violet, the shortest|Seven colours are usually distinguished:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,2 ], "or diffraction grating|There is a continuous change in wavelength from red, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,2 ], "the distribution of colours produced when white light is dispersed by a prism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,2 ], "violet, indigo, blue, green, yellow, orange, and red" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,3 ], "frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,3 ], "the whole range of electromagnetic radiation with respect to its wavelength or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,4 ], "any particular distribution of electromagnetic radiation often showing lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,4 ], "or bands characteristic of the substance emitting the radiation or absorbing it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,5 ], "any similar distribution or record of the energies, velocities, masses, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,5 ], "of atoms, ions, electrons, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,6 ], "any range or scale, as of capabilities, emotions, or moods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spectrum",1,2,7 ], "another name for an afterimage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having the properties of a mirror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "specular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a speculum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculate",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object) to conjecture without knowing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculate",1,1,1 ], "complete facts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speculate",1,2,1 ], "gains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speculate",1,2,1 ], "to buy or sell securities, property, etc|, in the hope of deriving capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculate",1,3,1 ], "to risk loss for the possibility of considerable gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of speculating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculation",1,1,2 ], "a supposition, theory, or opinion arrived at through speculating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculation",1,1,3 ], "investment involving high risk but also the possibility of high profits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculative",1,1,1 ], "relating to or characterized by speculation, esp| financial speculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculum metal",1,1,1 ], "a white hard brittle corrosion-resistant alloy of copper (55-70 per cent) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculum metal",1,1,1 ], "mirrors, lamp reflectors, ornamental ware, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "speculum metal",1,1,1 ], "tin with smaller amounts of other metals| It takes a high polish and is used for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speculum",1,1,1 ], "a mirror, esp| one made of polished metal for use in a telescope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculum",1,1,2 ], "an instrument for dilating a bodily cavity or passage to permit examination of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speculum",1,1,2 ], "its interior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speculum",1,1,3 ], "a patch of distinctive colour on the wing of a bird, esp| in certain ducks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spec|",1,1,1 ], "special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spec|",1,1,2 ], "specification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spec|",1,1,3 ], "speculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sped",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech community",1,1,1 ], "a community consisting of all the speakers of a particular language or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech community",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speech day",1,1,1 ], "(in schools) an annual day at which prizes are presented, speeches are made by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech day",1,1,1 ], "guest speakers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speech from the throne",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and the dominions of the Commonwealth) the speech at the opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech from the throne",1,1,1 ], "Britain): Queen's speech" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "speech from the throne",1,1,1 ], "of each session of Parliament in which the Government outlines its legislative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speech from the throne",1,1,1 ], "programme|It is read by the sovereign or his or her representative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "speech",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or faculty of speaking, esp| as possessed by persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech",1,1,2 ], "that which is spoken; utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech",1,1,3 ], "a talk or address delivered to an audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech",1,1,4 ], "a person's characteristic manner of speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech",1,1,5 ], "a national or regional language or dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech",1,1,6 ], "another word for parole ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speech-reading",1,1,1 ], "another name for lip-reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speechify",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to make a speech or speeches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speechify",1,1,2 ], "to talk pompously and boringly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speechless",1,1,1 ], "not able to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speechless",1,1,2 ], "temporarily deprived of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speechless",1,1,3 ], "not expressed or able to be expressed in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speed limit",1,1,1 ], "the maximum permitted speed at which a vehicle may travel on certain roads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speed trap",1,1,1 ], "a section of road on which the police check the speed of vehicles, often using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speed trap",1,1,1 ], "radar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speed up" ,1, 1, 1],"to increase or cause to increase in speed or rate; accelerate",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 1],"the act or quality of acting or moving fast; rapidity",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"a scalar measure of the rate of movement of a body expressed either as the",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"distance travelled divided by the time taken (average speed) or the rate of change of",2). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"in metres per second, miles per hour, etc",4). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"position with respect to time at a particular point (instantaneous speed)|It is measured",3). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"another word for velocity ,1,2",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 2],"the rate at which something moves, is done, or acts",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a gear ratio in a motor vehicle, bicycle, etc",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"a three-speed gear",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 3],"a rate of rotation, usually expressed in revolutions per unit time",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 4],"a numerical expression of the sensitivity to light of a particular type of",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 4],"film, paper, or plate",2). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 5],"a measure of the ability of a lens to pass light from an object to the image",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 5],"increases as the f-number is decreased and vice versa",3). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 5],"position, determined by the aperture and also the transmitting power of the lens| It",2). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 6],"a slang word for ,amphetamine",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 1, 7],"prosperity or success",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 2, 1],"to move or go or cause to move or go quickly",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 2, 2],"to drive (a motor vehicle) at a high speed, esp| above legal limits",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 2, 3],"to help further the success or completion of",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 2, 5],"to take or be under the influence of amphetamines",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 2, 6, 1],"to prosper or succeed",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 2, 6, 2],"to wish success to",1). c_DEF([ "speed" ,1, 2, 6],"to operate or run at a high speed",1). c_DEF([ "speedball",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of cocaine with morphine or heroin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedboat",1,1,1 ], "a high-speed motorboat having either an inboard or outboard motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedo",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for speedometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedometer",1,1,1 ], "a device fitted to a vehicle to measure and display the speed of travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedster",1,1,1 ], "a fast car, esp| a sports model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedway",1,1,1,1 ], "the sport of racing on light powerful motorcycles round cinder tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedway",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedway",1,1,2 ], "the track or stadium where such races are held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedway",1,1,2,1 ], "a racetrack for cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedway",1,1,2,2 ], "a road on which fast driving is allowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedwell",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate scrophulariaceous plants of the genus Veronica, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedwell",1,1,1 ], "as V| officinalis and V| chamaedrys , having small blue or pinkish-white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speedy",1,1,1 ], "speedier, speediest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by speed of motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speedy",1,1,3 ], "done or decided without delay; quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speel",1,1,1 ], "a splinter of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speiss",1,1,1 ], "antimony are smelted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speiss",1,1,1 ], "the arsenides and antimonides that form when ores containing arsenic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelaean",1,1,1 ], "of, found in, or inhabiting caves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speleology",1,1,1 ], "flora and fauna, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "speleology",1,1,1 ], "the scientific study of caves, esp| in respect of their geological formation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speleology",1,1,2 ], "the sport or pastime of exploring caves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelk",1,1,1 ], "a splinter of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell out",1,1,1 ], "to make clear, distinct, or explicit; clarify in detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell out",1,1,2 ], "letter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spell out",1,1,2 ], "to read laboriously or with difficulty, working out each word letter by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell out",1,1,3 ], "to discern by study; puzzle out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",1,1,1 ], "accepted form of (a word or part of a word)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spell",1,1,1 ], "to write or name in correct order the letters that comprise the conventionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",1,2,1 ], "(of letters) to go to make up the conventionally established form of (a word)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",1,2,1 ], "when arranged correctly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spell",1,3,1 ], "to indicate or signify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",2,1,1 ], "a verbal formula considered as having magical force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",2,1,2 ], "any influence that can control the mind or character; fascination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",2,1,3 ], "a state induced by or as if by the pronouncing of a spell; trance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",2,1,4 ], "under a spell| held in or as if in a spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",2,2,1 ], "to place under a spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",3,1,1 ], "an indeterminate, usually short, period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",3,1,2 ], "a period or tour of duty after which one person or group relieves another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",3,1,3 ], "a period or interval of rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",3,2,1 ], "dialect and U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spell",3,2,2 ], "to take over from (a person) for an interval of time; relieve temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spellbind",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cause to be spellbound; entrance or enthral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spellbinder",1,1,1 ], "a person capable of holding others spellbound, esp| a political speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spellbinder",1,1,2 ], "a novel, play, etc|, that holds one enthralled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spellbound",1,1,1 ], "having one's attention held as though one is bound by a spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speller",1,1,1 ], "a person who spells words in the manner specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speller",1,1,2 ], "a book designed to teach or improve spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spellican",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of spillikin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelling bee",1,1,1 ], "a contest in which players are required to spell words according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelling bee",1,1,1 ], "orthographic conventions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spelling pronunciation",1,1,1 ], "(!me$In~w$e@$I&n)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spelling pronunciation",1,1,1 ], "a pronunciation of a word that is influenced by the word's orthography and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelling pronunciation",1,1,1 ], "often comes about as the modification of an earlier or original rendering, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spelling pronunciation",1,1,1 ], "the pronunciation of the British name Mainwaring, usually (!mn@$I&n), as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spelling",1,1,1 ], "accepted for their formation; orthography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spelling",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of writing words by using the letters conventionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelling",1,1,2 ], "the art or study of orthography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelling",1,1,3 ], "the actual way in which a word is spelt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelling",1,1,4 ], "the ability of a person to spell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of spell'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelt",2,1,1 ], "a species of wheat, Triticum spelta, that was formerly much cultivated and was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelt",2,1,1 ], "used to develop present-day cultivated wheats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spelter",1,1,1 ], "impure zinc, usually containing about 3 per cent of lead and other impurities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spelunker",1,1,1 ], "a person whose hobby is the exploration and study of caves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spence",1,1,1,1 ], "a larder or pantry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spence",1,1,1,2 ], "any monetary allowance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spence",1,1,1,3 ], "a parlour, esp| in a cottage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spencer",1,1,1 ], "a short fitted coat or jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spencer",1,1,2 ], "a woman's knitted vest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spencer",2,1,1 ], "a large loose-footed gaff sail on a square-rigger or barque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spend",1,1,1 ], "to pay out (money, wealth, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spend",1,2,1 ], "to concentrate (time, effort, thought, etc|) upon an object, activity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spend",1,3,1 ], "to pass (time) in a specific way, activity, place, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spend",1,4,1 ], "to use up completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spend",1,5,1 ], "to give up (one's blood, life, etc|) in a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spend",1,6,1 ], "to be used up or exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spend",1,6,2 ], "spend a penny| Brit| informal| to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spender",1,1,1 ], "a person who spends money in a manner specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spending money",1,1,1 ], "an allowance for small personal expenses; pocket money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spends",1,1,1 ], "a child's pocket money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spendthrift",1,1,1 ], "a person who spends money in an extravagant manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spendthrift",1,2,1 ], "of or like a spendthrift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spent",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of spend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spent",1,2,1 ], "used up or exhausted; consumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "speos",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in ancient Egypt) a temple or tomb cut into a rock face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sperm oil",1,1,1 ], "an oil obtained from the head of the sperm whale, used as a lubricant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sperm whale",1,1,1 ], "a large toothed whale, Physeter catodon, having a square-shaped head and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sperm whale",1,1,1 ], "hunted for sperm oil, spermaceti, and ambergris: family Physeteridae",2 ). c_DEF([ "sperm",1,1,1 ], "another name for semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sperm",1,1,2 ], "a male reproductive cell; male gamete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sperm",2,1,1 ], "short for sperm whale, spermaceti, or sperm oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermaceti",1,1,1 ], "a white waxy substance obtained from oil from the head of the sperm whale:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermaceti",1,1,1 ], "used in cosmetics, candles, ointments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermary",1,1,1 ], "any organ in which spermatozoa are produced, esp| a testis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatheca",1,1,1 ], "a sac or cavity within the body of many female invertebrates, esp| insects," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatheca",1,1,1 ], "used for storing spermatozoa before fertilization takes place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermatic cord",1,1,1 ], "a cord in many male mammals that passes from each testis to the abdominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatic cord",1,1,1 ], "cavity and contains the spermatic artery and vein, vas deferens, and lymphatics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermatic fluid",1,1,1 ], "another name for semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatic" ,1, 1, 2],"of or relating to spermatozoa",1). c_DEF([ "spermatic" ,1, 1, 3],"of or relating to the testis",1). c_DEF([ "spermatic" ,1, 1, 4],"of or relating to a spermary",1). c_DEF([ "spermatid",1,1,1 ], "any of four immature male gametes that are formed from a spermatocyte, each of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatid",1,1,1 ], "which develops into a spermatozoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermatium",1,1,1 ], "a nonmotile male reproductive cell in red algae and some fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermato-",1,1,1 ], "indicating sperm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermato-",1,1,2 ], "indicating seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatocyte",1,1,1 ], "an immature male germ cell, developed from a spermatogonium, that gives rise," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatocyte",1,1,1 ], "by meiosis, to four spermatids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermatocyte",1,1,2 ], "a male germ cell that develops into an antherozoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the formation and maturation of spermatozoa in the testis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatogonium",1,1,1 ], "an immature male germ cell that divides to form many spermatocytes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatophore",1,1,1 ], "a capsule of spermatozoa extruded by some molluscs, crustaceans, annelids, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatophore",1,1,1 ], "amphibians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermatophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the major division Spermatophyta, which includes all seed-bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatophyte",1,1,1 ], "gymnosperm)| Former name: phanerogam" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spermatophyte",1,1,1 ], "plants: divided into the Angiospermae (see angiosperm) and the Gymnospermae (see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermatorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "involuntary emission of semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatozoid",1,1,1 ], "another name for antherozoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatozoon",1,1,1 ], "any of the male reproductive cells released in the semen during ejaculation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermatozoon",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a flattened egg-shaped head, a long neck, and a whiplike tail by which it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermatozoon",1,1,1 ], "moves to fertilize the female ovum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spermic",1,1,1 ], "another word for spermatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermicide",1,1,1 ], "any drug or other agent that kills spermatozoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermine",1,1,1 ], "a white or colourless basic water-soluble amine that is found in semen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermine",1,1,1 ], "sputum, and animal tissues; diaminopropyltetramethylenediamine| Formula: C10H26N4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermiogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the stage in spermatogenesis in which spermatozoa are formed from spermatids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermogonium",1,1,1 ], "a reproductive body in some fungi and lichens, in which spermatia are formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermophile",1,1,1 ], "Spermophilopsis, etc|, regarded as pests in many regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spermophile",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American ground squirrels of the genera Citellus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermophyte",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of spermatophyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sperm whale or its products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spermous",1,1,2 ], "another word for spermatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sperrylite",1,1,1 ], "a white metallic mineral consisting of platinum arsenide in cubic crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sperrylite",1,1,1 ], "form| Formula: PtAs2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spessartite",1,1,1 ], "a brownish-red garnet that consists of manganese aluminium silicate and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spessartite",1,1,1 ], "used as a gemstone| Formula: Mn3Al2(SiO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spew",1,1,1 ], "to eject (the contents of the stomach) involuntarily through the mouth; vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spew",1,1,2 ], "to spit (spittle, phlegm, etc|) out of the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spew",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by out) to send or be sent out in a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spew",1,2,1 ], "something ejected from the mouth|Also (archaic): spue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphagnum",1,1,1 ], "any moss of the genus Sphagnum, of temperate bogs, having leaves capable of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphagnum",1,1,1 ], "holding much water: layers of these mosses decay to form peat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphalerite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow to brownish-black mineral consisting of zinc sulphide in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphalerite",1,1,1 ], "chief source of zinc| Formula: ZnS" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sphalerite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form with varying amounts of iron, manganese, cadmium, gallium, and indium: the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphene",1,1,1 ], "a brown, yellow, green, or grey lustrous mineral consisting of calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphene",1,1,1 ], "igneous rocks and is used as a gemstone| Formula: CaTiSiO5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sphene",1,1,1 ], "titanium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form| It occurs in metamorphic and acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphenic",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a wedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spheno-",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a wedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphenodon",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for the tuatara" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphenogram",1,1,1 ], "a character used in cuneiform script" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphenoid bone",1,1,1 ], "a protective depression for the pituitary gland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphenoid bone",1,1,1 ], "the large butterfly-shaped compound bone at the base of the skull, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphenoid",1,1,1 ], "wedge-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphenoid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the sphenoid bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spheral",1,1,1 ], "of or shaped like a sphere; spherical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spheral",1,1,2 ], "perfectly rounded; symmetrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphere of influence",1,1,1 ], "a region of the world in which one state is dominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a three-dimensional closed surface such that every point on the surface is",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"equidistant from a given point, the centre",2). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"Equation: (x - a)'2 + (y - b)'2 + (z - c)'2 = r ,2 , where r is the radius and",2). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the solid figure bounded by this surface or the space enclosed by it|",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 2],",3",2). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 2],"are the coordinates of the centre; surface area: 4#Grr ,2,; volume: 4/3#Grr",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 3],"any object having approximately this shape; globe",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 4],"the night sky considered as a vaulted roof; firmament",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 5],"any heavenly object such as a planet, natural satellite, or star",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 6],"(in the Ptolemaic or Copernican systems of astronomy) one of a series of",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 6],"(or in the Copernican system the earth), the moon, the planets, and fixed stars",3). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 6],"revolving hollow globes, arranged concentrically, on whose transparent surfaces the sun",2). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 6],"sun)",5). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 6],"were thought to be set, revolving around the earth (or in the Copernican system the",4). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 7],"particular field of activity environment",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 1, 8],"a social class or stratum of society| ~vb",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 2, 1],"Chiefly poetic",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 2, 2],"to surround or encircle",1). c_DEF([ "sphere" ,1, 2, 3],"to place aloft or in the heavens",1). c_DEF([ "spherical aberration",1,1,1 ], "a defect of optical systems that arises when light striking a mirror or lens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical aberration",1,1,1 ], "near its edge is focused at different points on the axis to the light striking near" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spherical aberration",1,1,1 ], "the centre| The effect occurs when the mirror or lens has spherical surfaces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spherical angle",1,1,1 ], "an angle formed at the intersection of two great circles of a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical coordinates",1,1,1 ], "one axis, and the angle, q, which the plane of this vector makes with a mutually" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spherical coordinates",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular axis| Usually written (r, #Gg, #Gq)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spherical coordinates",1,1,1 ], "space in terms of its radius vector, r, the angle, g, which this vector makes with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spherical coordinates",1,1,1 ], "three coordinates that define the location of a point in three-dimensional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical geometry",1,1,1 ], "spherical triangles, formed on the surface of a sphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spherical geometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of geometry concerned with the properties of figures, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical polygon",1,1,1 ], "a closed geometric figure formed on the surface of a sphere that is bounded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical polygon",1,1,1 ], "three or more arcs of great circles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spherical triangle",1,1,1 ], "a closed geometric figure formed on the surface of a sphere that is bounded by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical triangle",1,1,1 ], "arcs of three great circles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spherical trigonometry",1,1,1 ], "sides of spherical triangles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spherical trigonometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of trigonometry concerned with the measurement of the angles and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical",1,1,3 ], "formed on the surface of or inside a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical",1,1,3,1 ], "of or relating to heavenly bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherical",1,1,3,2 ], "of or relating to the spheres of the Ptolemaic or the Copernican system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphericity",1,1,1 ], "the state or form of being spherical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherics",1,1,1 ], "the geometry and trigonometry of figures on the surface of a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherics",2,1,1 ], "short for atmospherics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spheroid",1,1,1 ], "another name for ellipsoid of revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spheroidal",1,1,1 ], "shaped like an ellipsoid of revolution; approximately spherical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spheroidal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an ellipsoid of revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spheroidicity",1,1,1 ], "the state or form of being spheroidal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the curvature of a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherule",1,1,1 ], "a very small sphere or globule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherulite",1,1,1 ], "any of several spherical masses of radiating needle-like crystals of one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spherulite",1,1,1 ], "more minerals occurring in rocks such as obsidian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphery",1,1,1 ], "resembling a sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphery",1,1,2 ], "resembling a celestial body or bodies; starlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphincter",1,1,1 ], "a ring of muscle surrounding the opening of a hollow organ or body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphincter",1,1,1 ], "contracting to close it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphingomyelin",1,1,1 ], "and phosphoric acid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphingomyelin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of phospholipids containing sphingosine, choline, fatty acids," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphingosine",1,1,1 ], "a long-chain compound occurring in sphingomyelins and cerebrosides, and from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphingosine",1,1,1 ], "which it can be released by hydrolysis| Formula: CH3(CH\2)12CHCHCH(OH)CH(NH\2)CH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphinx moth",1,1,1 ], "another name for the hawk moth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphinx",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of huge stone statues built by the ancient Egyptians, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphinx",1,1,1 ], "the body of a lion and the head of a man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphinx",1,1,2 ], "an inscrutable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphragistics",1,1,1 ], "the study of seals and signet rings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphygmic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the pulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphygmo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the pulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphygmograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for making a recording (sphygmogram) of variations in blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphygmograph",1,1,1 ], "pressure and pulse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sphygmoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling the pulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sphygmomanometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring arterial blood pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spic",1,1,1 ], "Central America or a Spanish-speaking community in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spic",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word for a person from a Spanish-speaking country in South or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spica",1,1,1 ], "a spiral bandage formed by a series of overlapping figure-of-eight turns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicate",1,1,1 ], "having, arranged in, or relating to spikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiccato",1,1,1 ], "a style of playing a bowed stringed instrument in which the bow bounces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiccato",1,1,1 ], "lightly off the strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiccato",1,3,1 ], "to be played in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,1,1,1 ], "any of a variety of aromatic vegetable substances, such as ginger, cinnamon," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,1,1,1 ], "nutmeg, used as flavourings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,1,1,2 ], "these substances collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,1,2 ], "something that represents or introduces zest, charm, or gusto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,1,3 ], "a small amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,1,4 ], "confectionery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,2,1 ], "to prepare or flavour (food) with spices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spice",1,2,2 ], "to introduce charm or zest into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiceberry",1,1,1 ], "a myrtaceous tree, Eugenia rhombea, of the Caribbean and Florida, with orange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiceberry",1,1,1 ], "or black edible fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiceberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiceberry",1,1,3 ], "any of various other aromatic plants or shrubs having spicy edible berries," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiceberry",1,1,3 ], "such as wintergreen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spicebush",1,1,1 ], "a North American lauraceous shrub, Lindera benzoin, having yellow flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicebush",1,1,1 ], "aromatic leaves and bark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spicery",1,1,1 ], "spices collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicery",1,1,2 ], "the piquant or fragrant quality associated with spices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicery",1,1,3 ], "a place to store spices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spick-and-span",1,1,1 ], "extremely neat and clean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spick-and-span",1,1,2 ], "new and fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicule",1,1,1 ], "a small slender pointed structure or crystal, esp| any of the calcareous or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicule",1,1,1 ], "siliceous elements of the skeleton of sponges, corals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spicule",1,1,2 ], "a spiked ejection of hot gas occurring over 5000 kilometres above the sun's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicule",1,1,2 ], "surface (in its atmosphere) and having a diameter of about 1100 kilometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiculum",1,1,1 ], "another word for spicule ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicy",1,1,1 ], "spicier, spiciest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicy",1,1,2 ], "seasoned with or containing spice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicy",1,1,3 ], "highly flavoured; pungent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicy",1,1,4 ], "suggestive of scandal or sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spicy",1,1,5 ], "producing or yielding spices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider crab",1,1,1 ], "any of various crabs of the genera Macropodia, Libinia, etc|, having a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider crab",1,1,1 ], "triangular body and very long legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider mite",1,1,1 ], "Panonychus ulmi , which is a serious orchard pest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider mite",1,1,1 ], "any of various plant-feeding mites of the family Tetranychidae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider monkey",1,1,1 ], "South America, having very long legs, a long prehensile tail, and a small head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider monkey",1,1,1 ], "any of several arboreal New World monkeys of the genus Ateles, of Central and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider monkey",1,1,2 ], "Brazil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider monkey",1,1,2 ], "woolly spider monkey| a rare related monkey, Brachyteles arachnoides, of SE" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider orchid",1,1,1 ], "a flower with yellow, green, or pink sepals and a broad brown velvety lip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider orchid",1,1,1 ], "any of several European orchids of the genus Ophrys, esp| O| sphegodes, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider phaeton",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a light horse-drawn carriage with a high body and large slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider phaeton",1,1,1 ], "wheels| Sometimes shortened to spider" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,1 ], "any predatory silk-producing arachnid of the order Araneae, having four pairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,1 ], "of legs and a rounded unsegmented body consisting of abdomen and cephalothorax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,10 ], "another name for ice-cream soda" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,11 ], "short for spider phaeton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related arachnids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,3 ], "a hub fitted with radiating spokes or arms that serve to transmit power or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,3 ], "support a load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,4 ], "an instrument used with a cultivator to pulverize soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,5 ], "any implement or tool having the shape of a spider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,6 ], "a metal frame fitted at the base of a mast to which halyards are tied when not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,6 ], "in use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,7 ], "any part of a machine having a number of radiating spokes, tines, or arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,8 ], "a cluster of elastic straps fastened at a central point and used to hold a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,8 ], "load on a car rack, motorcycle, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,9 ], "a rest having long legs, used to raise the cue above the level of the height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider",1,1,9 ], "of the ball|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spider-hunting wasp",1,1,1 ], "any solitary wasp of the superfamily Pompiloidea, having a slender elongated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spider-hunting wasp",1,1,1 ], "body: the female stores her nest with spiders, on which the larvae feed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiderman",1,1,1 ], "a person who erects the steel structure of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiderman",1,1,2 ], "another name for a steeplejack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiderwort",1,1,1 ], "Commelinaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spiderwort",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the American genus Tradescantia, esp| T| virginiana," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiderwort",1,1,1 ], "having blue, purplish, or pink flowers and widely grown as house plants: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiderwort",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spidery",1,1,1 ], "thin and angular like a spider's legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiegeleisen",1,1,1 ], "a type of pig iron that is rich in manganese and carbon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiel",1,1,1 ], "glib plausible talk, associated esp| with salesmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiel",1,2,1 ], "to deliver a prepared spiel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiel",1,3,1 ], "to recite (a prepared oration)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spieler",1,1,1 ], "a person who is proficient at talking in a glib manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spieler",1,1,2 ], "a cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spier",1,1,1 ], "a person who spies or scouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spif",1,1,1 ], "a postage stamp perforated with the initials of a firm to avoid theft by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spif",1,1,1 ], "employees| Former name: perfin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiffing",1,1,1 ], "slang, old-fashioned| excellent; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiffy",1,1,1 ], "smart; stylish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiflicate",1,1,1 ], "school slang| to destroy; annihilate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spignel",1,1,1 ], "a European umbelliferous plant, Meum athamanticum, of mountain regions, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spignel",1,1,1 ], "white flowers and finely divided aromatic leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spigot",1,1,1 ], "a stopper for the vent hole of a cask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spigot",1,1,2 ], "a tap, usually of wood, fitted to a cask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spigot",1,1,3 ], "a U|S| name for tap ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spigot",1,1,4 ], "a short cylindrical projection on one component designed to fit into a hole on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spigot",1,1,4 ], "another, esp| the male part of a joint between two pipes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spike heel",1,1,1 ], "a very high heel on a woman's shoe, tapering to a very narrow tip| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike heel",1,1,1 ], "shortened to: spike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spike lavender",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean lavender plant, Lavandula latifolia, having pale purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike lavender",1,1,1 ], "flowers and yielding an oil used in paints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,1 ], "a sharp point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,2 ], "any sharp-pointed object, esp| one made of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,3 ], "a long metal nail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,3,1 ], "a transient variation in voltage or current in an electric circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,3,2 ], "a graphical recording of this, such as one of the peaks on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,3,2 ], "electroencephalogram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,4 ], "shoes with metal projections on the sole and heel for greater traction, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,4 ], "used by athletes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,1,5 ], "the straight unbranched antler of a young deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,1 ], "to secure or supply with or as with spikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,2 ], "to render ineffective or block the intentions of; thwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,3 ], "to impale on a spike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,4 ], "to add (alcohol) to a drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,5 ], "to reject (a news story)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,6 ], "one's own court into the opposing court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,6 ], "to hit (a ball) sharply downwards with an overarm motion from the front of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,7 ], "(formerly) to render (a cannon) ineffective by blocking its vent with a spike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",1,2,8 ], "spike someone's guns| to thwart (someone's) purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",2,1,1 ], "an inflorescence consisting of a raceme of sessile flowers, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike",2,1,1 ], "gladiolus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spike",2,1,2 ], "an ear of wheat, barley, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike-rush",1,1,1 ], "any perennial plant of the temperate cyperaceous genus Eleocharis, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spike-rush",1,1,1 ], "esp| by pond, and having underground stems, narrow leaves, and small flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spikelet",1,1,1 ], "a small spike, esp| the inflorescence characteristic of most grasses and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spikelet",1,1,1 ], "sedges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spikenard",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic Indian valerianaceous plant, Nardostachys jatamans, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spikenard",1,1,1 ], "rose-purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spikenard",1,1,2 ], "an aromatic ointment obtained from this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spikenard",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spikenard",1,1,4 ], "a North American araliaceous plant, Aralia racemosa, having small green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spikenard",1,1,4 ], "flowers and an aromatic root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiky",1,1,1 ], "spikier, spikiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiky",1,1,2 ], "resembling a spike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiky",1,1,3 ], "having a spike or spikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiky",1,1,4 ], "ill-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spile",1,1,1 ], "a heavy timber stake or pile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spile",1,1,2 ], "a spout for tapping sap from the sugar maple tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spile",1,1,3 ], "a plug or spigot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spile",1,2,1 ], "to provide or support with a spile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spile",1,2,2 ], "to tap (a tree) with a spile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill over" ,1, 1, 1],"to overflow or be forced out of an area, container, etc",1). c_DEF([ "spill",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|)(when intr|, usually foll| by from, out of, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,1,2 ], "to fall or cause to fall from or as from a container, esp| unintentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,1,3 ], "be disgorged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,1,3 ], "to disgorge (contents, occupants, etc|) or (of contents, occupants, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,1,4 ], "to shed (blood)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,1,5 ], "to reveal (a secret)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,1,6 ], "to let (wind) escape from a sail or (of the wind) to escape from a sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,2,1 ], "a fall or tumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,2,2 ], "short for spillway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,2,3 ], "a spilling of liquid, etc|, or the amount spilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",1,2,4 ], "the declaring of several political jobs vacant when one higher up becomes so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",2,1,1 ], "a splinter of wood or strip of twisted paper with which pipes, fires, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spill",2,1,1 ], "are lit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spill",2,1,2 ], "a small peg or rod made of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spillage",1,1,1 ], "an instance or the process of spilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spillage",1,1,2 ], "something spilt or the amount spilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spillikin",1,1,1 ], "a thin strip of wood, cardboard, or plastic, esp| one used in spillikins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spillikins",1,1,1 ], "a game in which players try to pick each spillikin from a heap without moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spillikins",1,1,1 ], "any of the others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spillway",1,1,1 ], "a channel that carries away surplus water, as from a dam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spilt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of spill'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin bowler",1,1,1 ], "a bowler who specializes in bowling balls with a spinning motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin out",1,1,1 ], "prolong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin out",1,1,1 ], "to extend or protract (a story, etc|) by including superfluous detail;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin out",1,1,2 ], "to spend or pass (time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin out",1,1,3 ], "to contrive to cause (money, etc|) to last as long as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin stabilization",1,1,1 ], "a technique by which spin is imparted to a bullet, rocket, etc|, to assist it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin stabilization",1,1,1 ], "in maintaining a steady flight path" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,1,1 ], "to rotate or cause to rotate rapidly, as on an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,1,1,1 ], "continuous thread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,1,1,1 ], "to draw out and twist (natural fibres, as of silk or cotton) into a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,1,1,2 ], "forcing through a nozzle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,1,1,2 ], "to make such a thread or filament from (synthetic resins, etc|), usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,1,2 ], "(of spiders, silkworms, etc|) to form (webs, cocoons, etc|) from a silky fibre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,1,2 ], "exuded from the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,2,1 ], "to shape (metal) into a rounded form on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,3,1 ], "phrase spin a yarn)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,3,1 ], "to tell (a tale, story, etc|) by drawing it out at great length (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,3,2 ], "changes direction or speed on bouncing, or (of a ball) to be projected in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,3,2 ], "to bowl, pitch, hit, or kick (a ball) so that it rotates in the air and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,4,1 ], "(of wheels) to revolve rapidly without causing propulsion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,4,2 ], "in a spiral descent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,4,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to dive in a spiral descent or (of an aircraft) to dive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,5,1 ], "to drive or travel swiftly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,6,1 ], "Also: spin-dry| to rotate (clothes) in a washing machine in order to extract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,6,1 ], "surplus water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,7,1 ], "to reel or grow dizzy, as from turning around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,8,1 ], "to fish by drawing a revolving lure through the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,1 ], "a swift rotating motion; instance of spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,1,1 ], "distinguished from any angular momentum resulting from its motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,1,1 ], "the intrinsic angular momentum of an elementary particle or atomic nucleus, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,1,2 ], "Dirac constant, having integral or half-integral values| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,1,2 ], "a quantum number determining values of this angular momentum in units of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,2 ], "a condition of loss of control of an aircraft or an intentional flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,2 ], "manoeuvre in which the aircraft performs a continuous spiral descent because the angle of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,2 ], "maximum lift is less than the angle of incidence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,3 ], "a spinning motion imparted to a ball, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,4 ], "a short or fast drive, ride, etc|, esp| in a car, for pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,5 ], "a state of agitation or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,6 ], "chance or luck; fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin",1,9,7 ], "a sudden downward trend in prices, values, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin-dry",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to dry (clothes, etc|) in a spin-dryer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin-dryer",1,1,1 ], "a device that extracts water from clothes, etc|, by spinning them in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin-dryer",1,1,1 ], "perforated drum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spin-off",1,1,1 ], "any product or development derived incidentally from the application of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spin-off",1,1,1 ], "existing knowledge or enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spina bifida",1,1,1 ], "a congenital condition in which the meninges of the spinal cord protrude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spina bifida",1,1,1 ], "accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid) and paralysis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spina bifida",1,1,1 ], "through a gap in the backbone, sometimes causing enlargement of the skull (due to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinach",1,1,1 ], "a chenopodiaceous annual plant, Spinacia oleracea, cultivated for its dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinach",1,1,1 ], "green edible leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinach",1,1,2 ], "the leaves of this plant, eaten boiled as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal anaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "anaesthesia of the lower half of the body produced by injecting an anaesthetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal anaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "beneath the arachnoid membrane surrounding the spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinal anaesthesia",1,1,2 ], "loss of sensation in some part of the body as the result of injury of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal anaesthesia",1,1,2 ], "spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinal canal",1,1,1 ], "spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinal canal",1,1,1 ], "the natural passage through the centre of the spinal column that contains the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal column",1,1,1 ], "a series of contiguous or interconnecting bony or cartilaginous segments that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal column",1,1,1 ], "surround and protect the spinal cord" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinal column",1,1,2 ], "Nontechnical name: backbone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal cord",1,1,1 ], "nervous system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spinal cord",1,1,1 ], "rise to 31 pairs of spinal nerves, and together with the brain forms the central" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinal cord",1,1,1 ], "the thick cord of nerve tissue within the spinal canal, which in man gives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the spine or the spinal cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal",1,1,2 ], "denoting a laboratory animal in which the spinal cord has been severed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinal",1,2,1 ], "short for spinal anaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle tree",1,1,1 ], "Europe and W Asia, typically having red fruits and yield a hard wood formerly used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle tree",1,1,1 ], "any of various shrubs or trees of the genus Euonymus, esp| E| europaeus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle tree",1,1,1 ], "making spindles: family Celastraceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,1 ], "a rod or stick that has a notch in the top, used to draw out natural fibres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,1 ], "for spinning into thread, and a long narrow body around which the thread is wound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,1 ], "when spun" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,10 ], "a device consisting of a sharp upright spike on a pedestal on which bills," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,10 ], "order forms, etc|, are impaled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,2 ], "in a spinning machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,2 ], "one of the thin rods or pins bearing bobbins upon which spun thread is wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,3 ], "any of various parts in the form of a rod, esp| a rotating rod that acts as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,3 ], "axle, mandrel, or arbor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,4 ], "a piece of wood that has been turned, such as a baluster or table leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,5 ], "a small square metal shaft that passes through the lock of a door and to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,5 ], "the door knobs or handles are fixed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,6 ], "14,400 yards for linen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,6 ], "a measure of length of yarn equal to 18 hanks (15,120 yards) for cotton or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,7 ], "a spindle-shaped bundle of nuclear fibres that is formed in a cell during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,7 ], "chromosomes migrate to opposite ends of the cell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,7 ], "metaphase stage of mitosis and the corresponding stage of meiosis and along which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,8 ], "a less common name for a hydrometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,9 ], "a tall pole with a marker at the top, fixed to an underwater obstruction as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,1,9 ], "aid to navigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,2,1 ], "to form into a spindle or equip with spindles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle",1,3,1 ], "(of a plant, stem, shoot, etc|) to grow rapidly and become elongated and thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindle-legged",1,1,1 ], "having long thin legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindlelegs",1,1,1 ], "long thin legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindlelegs",1,1,2 ], "a person who has long thin legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindling",1,1,1 ], "long and slender, esp| disproportionately so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindling",1,1,2 ], "(of stalks, shoots, etc|) becoming long and slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindling",1,2,1 ], "a spindling person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindly",1,1,1 ], "dlier, dliest| tall, slender, and frail; attenuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spindrift",1,1,1 ], "spray blown up from the surface of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,1 ], "the spinal column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,2 ], "the sharply pointed tip or outgrowth of a leaf, stem, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,3 ], "a hard pointed process or structure, such as the ray of a fin, the quill of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,3 ], "porcupine, or the ridge on a bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,4 ], "a bound edge or back of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,5 ], "a ridge, esp| of a hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,6 ], "strength of endurance, will, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,7 ], "anything resembling the spinal column in function or importance; main support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine",1,1,7 ], "or feature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spine-bashing",1,1,1 ], "loafing or resting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spine-chiller",1,1,1 ], "a book, film, etc|, that arouses terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinel",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of hard glassy minerals of variable colour consisting of oxides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinel",1,1,1 ], "octahedral crystals: used as gemstones| Formula: MgAl2O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spinel",1,1,1 ], "of aluminium, magnesium, iron, zinc, or manganese and occurring in the form of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spineless",1,1,1 ], "lacking a backbone; invertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spineless",1,1,2 ], "having no spiny processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spineless",1,1,3 ], "lacking strength of character, resolution, or courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinescent",1,1,1 ], "having or resembling a spine or spines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinescent",1,1,2 ], "becoming spiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinet",1,1,1 ], "a small type of harpsichord having one manual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiniferous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plants) bearing spines or thorns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinifex",1,1,1 ], "any of Australian grass of the genus Spinifex, having pointed leaves and spiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinifex",1,1,1 ], "seed heads: often planted to bind loose sand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinifex",1,1,2 ], "any of various coarse spiny-leaved inland grasses of the genus Triodia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinnaker",1,1,1 ], "a large light triangular racing sail set from the foremast of a yacht when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinnaker",1,1,1 ], "running or on a broad reach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that spins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinner",1,1,1,1 ], "a ball that is bowled with a spinning motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinner",1,1,1,2 ], "a bowler who specializes in bowling such balls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinner",1,1,2 ], "a streamlined fairing that fits over and revolves with the hub of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinner",1,1,2 ], "propeller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinner",1,1,3 ], "a fishing lure with a fin or wing that revolves when drawn through the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinneret",1,1,1 ], "any of several organs in spiders and certain insects through which silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinneret",1,1,1 ], "threads are exuded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinneret",1,1,2 ], "a finely perforated dispenser through which a viscous liquid is extruded in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinneret",1,1,2 ], "the production of synthetic fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinney",1,1,1 ], "a small wood or copse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinning jenny",1,1,1 ], "Hargreaves in 1764" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinning jenny",1,1,1 ], "an early type of spinning frame with several spindles, invented by James" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinning top" ,1, 1, 1],"another name for ,top ,2",1). c_DEF([ "spinning wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel-like machine for spinning at home, having one hand- or foot-operated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinning wheel",1,1,1 ], "spindle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinning",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or process of spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinning",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinning",1,1,2 ], "so as to imitate the movement of a live fish, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinning",1,1,2 ], "the act or technique of casting and drawing a revolving lure through the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinode",1,1,1 ], "another name for cusp ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinose",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plants) bearing many spines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinous",1,1,1 ], "resembling a spine or thorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinous",1,1,2 ], "having spines or spiny projections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinous",1,1,3 ], "another word for spinose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinster",1,1,1 ], "an unmarried woman regarded as being beyond the age of marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinster",1,1,2 ], "(in legal documents) a woman who has never married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinster",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a woman who spins thread for her living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinthariscope",1,1,1 ], "a device for observing ionizing radiation, consisting of a tube with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spinthariscope",1,1,1 ], "magnifying lens at one end and a phosphorescent screen at the other| A particle hitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spinthariscope",1,1,1 ], "the screen produces a scintillation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spinule",1,1,1 ], "a very small spine, thorn, or prickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny anteater",1,1,1 ], "another name for echidna" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny lobster",1,1,1 ], "and related genera, having a very tough spiny carapace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiny lobster",1,1,1 ], "any of various large edible marine decapod crustaceans of the genus Palinurus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny",1,1,1 ], "spinier, spiniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) having or covered with quills or spines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny",1,1,3 ], "(of plants) covered with spines; thorny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny",1,1,4 ], "troublesome to handle; puzzling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny",1,1,5 ], "shaped like a spine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiny-finned",1,1,1 ], "(of certain fishes) having fins that are supported by stiff bony spines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiracle",1,1,1 ], "any of several paired apertures in the cuticle of an insect, by which air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiracle",1,1,1 ], "enters and leaves the trachea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiracle",1,1,2 ], "a small paired rudimentary gill slit just behind the head in skates, rays, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiracle",1,1,2 ], "related fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiracle",1,1,3 ], "any similar respiratory aperture, such as the blowhole in whales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiracle",1,1,4 ], "a small vent in a lava flow, formed by escaping gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiraea",1,1,1 ], "any rosaceous plant of the genus Spiraea, having sprays of small white or pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiraea",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiral galaxy",1,1,1 ], "a galaxy consisting of an ellipsoidal nucleus of old stars from opposite sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral galaxy",1,1,1 ], "barred spiral the arms originate at the ends of a bar-shaped nucleus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spiral galaxy",1,1,1 ], "of which arms, containing younger stars, spiral outwards around the nucleus| In a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiral of Archimedes",1,1,1 ], "a point moving to or from the origin at a constant speed along a line rotating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiral of Archimedes",1,1,1 ], "a spiral having the equation r = ag, where a is a constant| It is the locus of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral of Archimedes",1,1,1 ], "around that origin at a constant speed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spiral staircase",1,1,1 ], "a staircase constructed around a central axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,1 ], "an ever-increasing distance from it| Polar equation of ,Archimedes spiral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,1 ], "one of several plane curves formed by a point winding about a fixed point at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,2 ], "another name for helix ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,3 ], "something that pursues a winding, usually upward, course or that displays a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,3 ], "twisting form or shape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,4 ], "a flight manoeuvre in which an aircraft descends describing a helix of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,4 ], "comparatively large radius with the angle of attack within the normal flight range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,5 ], "a continuous upward or downward movement in economic activity or prices," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,1,5 ], "caused by interaction between prices, wages, demand and production" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,2,1 ], "having the shape of a spiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,3,1 ], "to assume or cause to assume a spiral course or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiral",1,3,2 ], "(intr|) to increase or decrease with steady acceleration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirant",1,1,1 ], "another word for fricative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirant",1,2,1 ], "a fricative consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spire",1,1,1 ], "a tall structure that tapers upwards to a point, esp| one on a tower or roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spire",1,1,1 ], "or one that forms the upper part of a steeple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spire",1,1,2 ], "a slender tapering shoot or stem, such as a blade of grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spire",1,1,3 ], "the apical part of any tapering formation; summit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spire",1,2,1 ], "to assume the shape of a spire; point up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spire",1,3,1 ], "to furnish with a spire or spires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spire",2,1,1 ], "any of the coils or turns in a spiral structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spire",2,1,2 ], "the apical part of a spiral shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirelet",1,1,1 ], "another name for fl`eche ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spireme",1,1,1 ], "resolved at the start of mitosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spireme",1,1,1 ], "the tangled mass of chromatin threads into which the nucleus of a cell is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirillum",1,1,1 ], "any bacterium having a curved or spirally twisted rodlike body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirillum",1,1,2 ], "any bacterium of the genus Spirillum, such as S| minus, which causes ratbite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirillum",1,1,2 ], "fever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirit gum",1,1,1 ], "a glue made from gum dissolved in ether used to stick a false beard, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit gum",1,1,1 ], "onto the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirit lamp",1,1,1 ], "a lamp that burns methylated or other spirits instead of oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit level",1,1,1 ], "a device for setting horizontal surfaces, consisting of an accurate block of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit level",1,1,1 ], "horizontal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spirit level",1,1,1 ], "material in which a sealed slightly curved tube partially filled with liquid is set so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirit level",1,1,1 ], "that the air bubble rests between two marks on the tube when the block is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spirit varnish",1,1,1 ], "a varnish consisting of a gum or resin, such as shellac or copal, dissolved in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit varnish",1,1,1 ], "alcohol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,1 ], "the force or principle of life that animates the body of living things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,10 ], "the deeper more significant meaning as opposed to a pedantic interpretation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,11 ], "physical presence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,11 ], "that which constitutes a person's intangible being as contrasted with his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,11,1 ], "an incorporeal being, esp| the soul of a dead person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,11,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,2 ], "temperament or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,3 ], "liveliness; mettle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,4 ], "the fundamental, emotional, and activating principle of a person; will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,5 ], "a sense of loyalty or dedication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,6 ], "the prevailing element; feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,7 ], "state of mind or mood; attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,8 ], "an emotional state, esp| with regard to exaltation or dejection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,1,9 ], "a person characterized by some activity, quality, or disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by away or off) to carry off mysteriously or secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to impart animation or determination to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",2,1,1 ], "any distilled alcoholic liquor such as brandy, rum, whisky, or gin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",2,1,1,1 ], "a solution of a volatile substance, esp| a volatile oil, in alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",2,1,1,1 ], "an aqueous solution of ethanol, esp| one obtained by distillation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",2,1,1,2 ], "distillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",2,1,1,2 ], "the active principle or essence of a substance, extracted as a liquid, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirit",2,1,2 ], "any of the four substances sulphur, mercury, sal ammoniac, or arsenic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirited",1,1,1 ], "displaying animation, vigour, or liveliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirited",1,1,2 ], "characterized by mood, temper, or disposition as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritism",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for spiritualism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritless",1,1,1 ], "lacking courage or liveliness; melancholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritoso",1,1,1 ], "(often preceded by a tempo marking) in a spirited or animated manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritous",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of spirituous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritous",1,1,2 ], "high-spirited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritous",1,1,3 ], "ethereal; pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirits of ammonia",1,1,1 ], "another name for sal volatile ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirits of hartshorn",1,1,1 ], "another name for aqueous ammonia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirits of salt",1,1,1 ], "a solution of hydrochloric acid in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirits of turpentine",1,1,1 ], "another name for turpentine ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirits of wine",1,1,1 ], "another name for alcohol ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual bouquet",1,1,1 ], "a collection of private devotional acts and prayers chosen and performed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual bouquet",1,1,1 ], "one person for the benefit of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual incest",1,1,1 ], "affinity or with a person under a solemn vow of chastity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual incest",1,1,1 ], "marriage or a sexual relationship between persons related by spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual incest",1,1,2 ], "the holding of two benefices by the same priest or bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,1,1 ], "intangible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,1,1 ], "relating to the spirit or soul and not to physical nature or matter;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of sacred things, the Church, religion," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,1,3 ], "of the persons involved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,1,3 ], "standing in a relationship based on communication between the souls or minds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,1,4 ], "having a mind or emotions of a high and delicately refined quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,2,1 ], "in themselves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,2,1 ], "the sphere of religious, spiritual, or ecclesiastical matters, or such matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritual",1,2,2 ], "the| the realm of spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,1 ], "the belief that the disembodied spirits of the dead, surviving in another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,1 ], "world, can communicate with the living in this world, esp| through mediums" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrines and practices associated with this belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,3 ], "spiritual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,3 ], "the belief that because reality is to some extent immaterial it is therefore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,4 ], "any doctrine that asserts the separate but related existence of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,5 ], "any doctrine (in philosophy, religion, etc|) that prefers the spiritual to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,5 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualism",1,1,6 ], "the condition or quality of being spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirituality",1,1,1 ], "or values, esp| as contrasted with material or temporal ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirituality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being dedicated to God, religion, or spiritual things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirituality",1,1,2 ], "the condition or quality of being spiritual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirituality",1,1,3 ], "a distinctive approach to religion or prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirituality",1,1,4 ], "Church property or revenue or a Church benefice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualize",1,1,1 ], "to make spiritual or infuse with spiritual content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualty",1,1,1 ], "the clergy collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritualty",1,1,2 ], "another word for spirituality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirituel",1,1,1 ], "having a refined and lively mind or wit| Also (fem|): spirituelle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirituous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or containing alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirituous",1,1,2 ], "(of a drink) being a spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritus asper",1,1,1 ], "another term for rough breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiritus lenis",1,1,1 ], "another term for smooth breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirketting",1,1,1 ], "deck planking near the bulwarks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirketting",1,1,2 ], "cabin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirketting",1,1,2 ], "the interior lining between ports and the overhead interior surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating breath or respiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiro-",2,1,1 ], "spiral; coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirochaete",1,1,1 ], "agent of syphilis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirochaete",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of spirally coiled rodlike bacteria that includes the causative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirochaetosis",1,1,1 ], "any disease caused by a spirochaete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirograph",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for recording the movements of breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirogyra",1,1,1 ], "any green freshwater multicellular alga of the genus Spirogyra, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirogyra",1,1,1 ], "minute filaments containing spirally coiled chloroplasts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiroid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a spiral or displaying a spiral form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the air capacity of the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spironolactone",1,1,1 ], "a diuretic that increases water loss from the kidneys and is much used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spironolactone",1,1,1 ], "treat oedema in heart and kidney failure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spirt",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of spurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirula",1,1,1 ], "(cuttlefish and squids)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spirula",1,1,1 ], "a tropical cephalopod mollusc, Spirula peronii, having prominent eyes, short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spirula",1,1,1 ], "arms, and a small flattened spirally coiled internal shell: order Decapoda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spiry",1,1,1 ], "of spiral form; helical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit and polish",1,1,1 ], "punctilious attention to neatness, discipline, etc| esp| in the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit curl",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for kiss curl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit" ,2, 1, 1],"a pointed rod on which meat is skewered and roasted before or over an open",1). c_DEF([ "spit" ,2, 1, 1],"fire",2). c_DEF([ "spit" ,2, 1, 2],"a similar device rotated by electricity or clockwork, fitted onto a cooker",1). c_DEF([ "spit" ,2, 1, 3],"an elongated often hooked strip of sand or shingle projecting from the shore,",1). c_DEF([ "spit" ,2, 1, 3],"deposited by longshore drift, and usually above water",2). c_DEF([ "spit" ,2, 2, 1],"to impale on or transfix with or as if with a spit",1). c_DEF([ "spit",1,1,1 ], "to expel saliva from the mouth; expectorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,2,1 ], "to show disdain or hatred by spitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,2,2 ], "(of a fire, hot fat, etc|) to eject (fragments of coal, sparks, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,2,2 ], "violently and with an explosive sound; splutter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,3,1 ], "to rain very lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,4,1 ], "to eject or discharge (something) from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,5,1 ], "to utter (short sharp words or syllables), esp| in a violent manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,5,2 ], "spit chips| Austral| slang| to be very angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,5,3 ], "forthwith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,5,3 ], "spit it out!Brit| slang| a command given to someone that he should speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,6,1 ], "another name for spittle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,6,2 ], "a light or brief fall of rain, snow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,6,3 ], "the act or an instance of spitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spit",1,6,4 ], "another word for spitting image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spital",1,1,1 ], "a hospital, esp| for the needy sick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spital",1,1,2 ], "a highway shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spitchcock",1,1,1 ], "an eel split and grilled or fried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spite",1,1,1 ], "maliciousness involving the desire to harm another; venomous ill will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spite",1,1,2 ], "an instance of such malice; grudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spite",1,1,3 ], "something that induces vexation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spite",1,1,4 ], "in spite of| in defiance of; regardless of; notwithstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spite",1,2,1 ], "to annoy in order to vent spite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spite",1,2,2 ], "to offend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiteful",1,1,1 ], "full of or motivated by spite; vindictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spitfire",1,1,1 ], "a person given to outbursts of spiteful temper and anger, esp| a woman or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spitfire",1,1,1 ], "girl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spitsticker",1,1,1 ], "a wood-engraving tool with a fine prow-shaped point for cutting curved lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spitting distance",1,1,1 ], "a short space or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spitting image",1,1,1 ], "a person who bears a strong physical resemblance to another, esp| to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spitting image",1,1,1 ], "relative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spitting snake",1,1,1 ], "another name for the ringhals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spittle insect",1,1,1 ], "other names for the froghopper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spittle",1,1,1 ], "the fluid secreted in the mouth; saliva or spit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spittle",1,1,2 ], "the frothy substance secreted on plants by the larvae of certain froghoppers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spittoon",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle for spit, usually in a public place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spitz",1,1,1 ], "a pointed muzzle, and erect ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spitz",1,1,1 ], "any of various breeds of dog characterized by very dense hair, a stocky build," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiv",1,1,1 ], "a man or boy who makes a living by underhand dealings or swindling;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spiv",1,1,1 ], "black-marketeer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splake",1,1,1 ], "a type of hybrid trout bred by Canadian zoologists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splanchnic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the viscera; visceral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash out",1,1,1 ], "to spend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash out",1,1,2 ], "(money) freely or extravagantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash out",1,1,3 ], "(on something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,1,1 ], "to scatter (liquid) about in blobs; spatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,1,2 ], "to descend or cause to descend upon in scattered blobs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,1,3 ], "to make (one's way) by or as if by splashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,2,1 ], "to print (a story or photograph) prominently in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,3,1 ], "an instance or sound of splashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,3,2 ], "an amount splashed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,3,3 ], "a mark or patch created by or as if by splashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,3,4 ], "an extravagant display, usually for effect (esp| in the phrase make a splash)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splash",1,3,5 ], "a small amount of soda water, water, etc|, added to an alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashback",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of glass, plastic, etc|, attached to a wall above a basin to protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashback",1,1,1 ], "the wall against splashing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splashboard",1,1,1 ], "a guard on a vehicle to protect people from splashing water, mud, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashboard",1,1,2 ], "another word for washboard ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashdown" ,1, 1, 1],"the controlled landing of a spacecraft on water at the end of a space flight",1). c_DEF([ "splashdown" ,1, 1, 2],"the time scheduled for this event",1). c_DEF([ "splasher",1,1,1 ], "anything used for protection against splashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashy",1,1,1 ], "splashier, splashiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashy",1,1,2 ], "having irregular marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashy",1,1,3 ], "done to attract attention or make a sensation; showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splashy",1,1,4 ], "making a splash or splashes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splat",1,1,1 ], "a wet slapping sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splat",2,1,1 ], "a wide flat piece of wood, esp| one that is the upright central part of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splat",2,1,1 ], "chairback" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splatter",1,1,1 ], "to splash with small blobs; spatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splatter",1,2,1 ], "a splash of liquid, mud, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splay",1,1,1 ], "spread out; broad and flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splay",1,1,2 ], "turned outwards in an awkward manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splay",1,2,1 ], "to spread out; turn out or expand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splay",1,3,1 ], "to dislocate (a bone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splay",1,4,1 ], "a surface of a wall that forms an oblique angle to the main flat surfaces," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splay",1,4,1 ], "esp| at a doorway or window opening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splay",1,4,2 ], "enlargement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splayfoot",1,1,1 ], "another word for flatfoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,1 ], "a spongy highly vascular organ situated near the stomach| It forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,1 ], "bacteria and foreign particles from the blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,1 ], "lymphocytes, produces antibodies, aids in destroying worn-out red blood cells, and filters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding organ in other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,3 ], "spitefulness or ill humour; peevishness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,4 ], "the organ in the human body considered to be the seat of the emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,5 ], "another word for melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleen",1,1,6 ], "whim; mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleenful",1,1,1 ], "affected by spleen; bad-tempered or irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleenwort",1,1,1 ], "any of various ferns of the genus Asplenium, that often grow on walls, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spleenwort",1,1,1 ], "linear or oblong sori on the undersurface of the fronds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splendent",1,1,1 ], "shining brightly; lustrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendent",1,1,2 ], "famous; illustrious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendid",1,1,1 ], "brilliant or fine, esp| in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendid",1,1,2 ], "characterized by magnificence; imposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendid",1,1,3 ], "glorious or illustrious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendid",1,1,4 ], "brightly gleaming; radiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendid",1,1,5 ], "very good or satisfactory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendiferous",1,1,1 ], "grand; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendour",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splendour",1,1,2 ], "face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splendour",1,1,2 ], "sun in splendour| Heraldry| a representation of the sun with rays and a human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the spleen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenetic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the spleen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenetic",1,1,2 ], "spiteful or irritable; peevish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenetic",1,1,3 ], "full of melancholy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenetic",1,2,1 ], "a spiteful or irritable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or in the spleen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenic",1,1,2 ], "having a disease or disorder of the spleen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the spleen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenius",1,1,1 ], "either of two flat muscles situated at the back of the neck that rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splenomegaly",1,1,1 ], "abnormal enlargement of the spleen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,1,1 ], "to join (two ropes) by intertwining the strands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,1,2 ], "to join up the trimmed ends of (two pieces of wire, film, magnetic tape, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,1,2 ], "with solder or an adhesive material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,1,3 ], "to join (timbers) by overlapping and binding or bolting the ends together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,1,4 ], "to enter into marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,1,5 ], "splice the mainbrace| Nautical| to issue and partake of alcoholic spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,2,1 ], "a join made by splicing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,2,2 ], "the place where such a join occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,2,3 ], "into the blade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splice",1,2,3 ], "the wedge-shaped end of a cricket bat handle or similar instrument that fits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,1,1 ], "any one of a series of narrow keys (external splines) formed longitudinally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,1,1 ], "around the circumference of a shaft that fit into corresponding grooves (internal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,1,1 ], "splines) in a mating part: used to prevent movement between two parts, esp| in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,1,1 ], "transmitting torque" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,1,2 ], "a long narrow strip of wood, metal, etc|; slat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,1,3 ], "a thin narrow strip made of wood, metal, or plastic fitted into a groove in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,1,3 ], "the edge of a board, tile, etc|, to connect it to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spline",1,2,1 ], "to provide (a shaft, part, etc|) with splines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint bone",1,1,1 ], "animals, occurring on each side of the cannon bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splint bone",1,1,1 ], "one of the rudimentary metacarpal or metatarsal bones in horses and similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,1,1 ], "a rigid support for restricting movement of an injured part, esp| a broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,1,1 ], "bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,1,2 ], "a thin sliver of wood, esp| one that is used to light cigars, a fire, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,1,3 ], "a thin strip of wood woven with others to form a chair seat, basket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,1,4 ], "a bony enlargement of the cannon bone of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,1,5 ], "one of the overlapping metal plates used in armour after about 1330" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,1,6 ], "another word for splinter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splint",1,2,1 ], "to apply a splint to (a broken arm, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splinter group",1,1,1 ], "a number of members of an organization, political party, etc|, who split from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splinter group",1,1,1 ], "result of dissension" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "splinter group",1,1,1 ], "the main body and form an independent association of their own, usually as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splinter",1,1,1 ], "a very small sharp piece of wood, glass, metal, etc|, characteristically long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splinter",1,1,1 ], "and thin, broken off from a whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splinter",1,1,2 ], "a metal fragment, from the container of a shell, bomb, etc|, thrown out during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splinter",1,1,2 ], "an explosion; piece of shrapnel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splinter",1,2,1 ], "to reduce or be reduced to sharp fragments; shatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splinter",1,2,2 ], "to break or be broken off in small sharp fragments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split decision",1,1,1 ], "the award of a fight on a majority verdict of the judges as opposed to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split decision",1,1,1 ], "unanimous decision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split infinitive",1,1,1 ], "(in English grammar) an infinitive used with another word between to (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split infinitive",1,1,1 ], "infinitive marker) and the verb itself, as in I want to really finish it this time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split pea",1,1,1 ], "a pea dried and split and used in soups, pease pudding, or as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split personality",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to change rapidly in mood or temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split personality",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical term for multiple personality or schizophrenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split second",1,1,1 ], "an infinitely small period of time; instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split second",1,2,1 ], "split-second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split second",1,2,2 ], "(prenominal) made or arrived at in an infinitely short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split second",1,2,3 ], "depending upon minute precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split shift",1,1,1 ], "a work period divided into two parts that are separated by an interval longer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split shift",1,1,1 ], "than a normal rest period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split tin",1,1,1 ], "a long loaf of bread split on top, giving a greater crust area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split up" ,1, 1, 1],"to separate out into parts; divide",1). c_DEF([ "split up" ,1, 2, 1],"to become separated or parted through disagreement",1). c_DEF([ "split up" ,1, 2, 2],"to break down or be capable of being broken down into constituent parts",1). c_DEF([ "split up" ,1, 3, 2],"an act or the instance of separating",1). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,1 ], "often into two roughly equal pieces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,1 ], "to break or cause to break, esp| forcibly, by cleaving into separate pieces," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,2 ], "to separate or be separated from a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,3 ], "to separate or be separated into factions, usually through discord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,4 ], "(often foll| by up) to separate or cause to separate through a disagreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,5 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to divide or be divided among two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,5 ], "persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,1,6 ], "to depart; leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,2,1 ], "to separate (something) into its components by interposing something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,3,1 ], "to betray the trust, plans, etc| (of); inform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,4,1 ], "party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,4,1 ], "to mark (a ballot, etc|) so as to vote for the candidates of more than one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,5,1 ], "to separate (an animal hide or skin) into layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,5,2 ], "split hairs| to make a fine but needless distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,5,3 ], "split one's sides| to laugh very heartily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,5,4 ], "both sides give way to the same extent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,5,4 ], "split the difference| to settle a dispute by effecting a compromise in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,1 ], "the act or process of splitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,2 ], "a gap or rift caused or a piece removed by the process of splitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,3 ], "a breach or schism in a group or the faction resulting from such a breach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,4 ], "a dessert of sliced fruit and ice cream, covered with whipped cream, nuts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,4 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,4,1 ], "a separated layer of an animal hide or skin other than the outer layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,4,2 ], "leather made from such a layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,5 ], "a formation of the pins after the first bowl in which there is a large gap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,5 ], "between two pins or groups of pins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split",1,6,6 ], "an arrangement or process of dividing up loot or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split-level",1,1,1 ], "(of a house, room, etc|) having the floor level of one part about half a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split-level",1,1,1 ], "storey above or below the floor level of an adjoining part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "split-screen technique",1,1,1 ], "a cinematic device by which two or more complete images are projected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "split-screen technique",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously onto separate parts of the screen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splits",1,1,1 ], "(in gymnastics, etc|) the act of sinking to the floor to achieve a sitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splits",1,1,1 ], "angles to the body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "splits",1,1,1 ], "position in which both legs are straight, pointing in opposite directions, and at right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splitting",1,1,1 ], "(of a headache) intolerably painful; acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splitting",1,1,2 ], "(of the head) assailed by an overpowering unbearable pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splitting",1,2,1 ], "meaning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "splitting",1,2,1 ], "the Freudian defence mechanism in which an object or idea (or, alternatively," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splitting",1,2,1 ], "the ego) is separated into two or more parts in order to remove its threatening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splodge",1,1,1 ], "a large irregular spot or blot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splodge",1,2,1 ], "to mark (something) with such a blot or blots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splore",1,1,1 ], "a revel; binge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splotch",1,2,1 ], "the usual U|S| word for splodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splurge",1,1,1 ], "an ostentatious display, esp| of wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splurge",1,1,2 ], "a bout of unrestrained extravagance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splurge",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by on) to spend (money) unrestrainedly or extravagantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,1,1 ], "manner, as through choking or laughing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,1,1 ], "to spit out (saliva, food particles, etc|) from the mouth in an explosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,1,2 ], "to utter (words) with spitting sounds, as through rage or choking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,1,3 ], "to eject or be ejected in an explosive manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,2,1 ], "to bespatter (a person) with tiny particles explosively ejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,3,1 ], "the process or noise of spluttering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,3,2 ], "spluttering incoherent speech, esp| in argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "splutter",1,3,3 ], "anything ejected through spluttering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spode",1,1,1 ], "china or porcelain manufactured by Josiah Spode, English potter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spode",1,1,2 ], "(1754-1827), or his company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spodumene",1,1,1 ], "LiAlSi2O6" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spodumene",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-white, green, or lilac pyroxene mineral consisting of lithium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spodumene",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form| It is an important ore of lithium and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spodumene",1,1,1 ], "is used in the manufacture of glass and ceramics and as a gemstone| Formula:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,1,1 ], "to cause damage to (something), in regard to its value, beauty, usefulness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,2,1 ], "desires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,2,1 ], "to weaken the character of (a child) by complying unrestrainedly with its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,3,1 ], "(of perishable substances) to become unfit for consumption or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,4,1 ], "into a rhythm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,4,1 ], "to disrupt the play or style of an opponent, as to prevent him from settling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,4,2 ], "to strip (a person or place) of (property or goods) by force or violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,4,3 ], "be spoiling for| to have an aggressive desire for (a fight, etc)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,5,1 ], "waste material thrown up by an excavation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,5,2 ], "any treasure accumulated by a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,5,2,1 ], "the act of plundering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoil",1,5,2,2 ], "a strategically placed building, city, etc|, captured as plunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoilage",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of spoiling or the state or condition of being spoilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoilage",1,1,2 ], "an amount of material that has been wasted by being spoilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoiler",1,1,1 ], "plunderer or robber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoiler",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that causes spoilage or corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoiler",1,1,3 ], "a device fitted to an aircraft wing to increase drag and reduce lift| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoiler",1,1,3 ], "usually extended into the airflow to assist descent and banking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoiler",1,1,4 ], "a similar device fitted to a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoiler",1,1,5 ], "a competitor who adopts spoiling tactics, as in boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoilfive",1,1,1 ], "a card game for two or more players with five cards each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoils system",1,1,1 ], "of the ruling political party" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoils system",1,1,1 ], "the practice of filling appointive public offices with friends and supporters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoils",1,1,1 ], "valuables seized by violence, esp| in war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoils",1,1,2 ], "party or candidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoils",1,1,2 ], "the rewards and benefits of public office regarded as plunder for the winning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoilsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who shares in the spoils of office or advocates the spoils system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoilsport",1,1,1 ], "a person who spoils the pleasure of other people by his actions or attitudes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoilt",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",1,1,2 ], "a past participle of speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",2,1,1 ], "a radial member of a wheel, joining the hub to the rim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",2,1,2 ], "a radial projection from the rim of a wheel, as in a ship's wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",2,1,3 ], "a rung of a ladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",2,1,4 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",2,1,4 ], "put a spoke in someone's wheel| Brit| to interfere with the plans of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoke",2,2,1 ], "to equip with or as if with spokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoken",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoken",1,2,1 ], "uttered through the medium of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoken",1,2,2 ], "having speech as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoken",1,2,3 ], "spoken for| engaged, reserved, or allocated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spokeshave",1,1,1 ], "a small plane with two handles, one on each side of its blade, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spokeshave",1,1,1 ], "shaping or smoothing cylindrical wooden surfaces, such as spokes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spokesman",1,1,1 ], "a person authorized to speak on behalf of another person, group of people, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spokesman",1,1,1 ], "organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoliate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for despoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoliation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of despoiling or plundering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoliation",1,1,2 ], "belligerent state in time of war" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoliation",1,1,2 ], "the authorized seizure or plundering of neutral vessels on the seas by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoliation",1,1,3 ], "the material alteration of a document so as to render it invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoliation",1,1,4 ], "the taking of the fruits of a benefice by a person not entitled to them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spondaic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of spondees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spondee",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot consisting of two long syllables ()" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spondulix",1,1,1 ], "money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spondylitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the vertebrae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge bag",1,1,1 ], "a small bag made of plastic or sponge rubber that holds toilet articles, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge bag",1,1,1 ], "esp| when travelling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge bath",1,1,1 ], "a washing of the body with a wet sponge or cloth, but without immersion in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge bath",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge cake",1,1,1 ], "a light porous cake, made of eggs, sugar, flour, and flavourings without any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge cake",1,1,1 ], "shortening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge cloth",1,1,1 ], "any of various porous fabrics, usually made in a loose honeycomb weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge down" ,1, 1, 1],"to wipe clean with a damp sponge or cloth",1). c_DEF([ "sponge off",1,1,1 ], "to get (something) from (someone) by presuming on his generosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge off",1,2,1 ], "Also: sponge on| to obtain one's subsistence, welfare, etc|, unjustifiably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge off",1,2,1 ], "from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,1 ], "any multicellular typically marine animal of the phylum Porifera, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,1 ], "calcareous, or siliceous skeletal framework" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,1 ], "occurring in complex sessile colonies in which the porous body is supported by a fibrous," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,10 ], "throw in the sponge a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,11 ], "(in boxing) to concede defeat by the throwing of a sponge or towel into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,11 ], "ring by a second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,11,2 ], "to give up after considerable effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,2 ], "a piece of the light porous highly absorbent elastic skeleton of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,2 ], "sponges, used in bathing, cleaning, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,3 ], "any of a number of light porous elastic materials resembling a sponge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,4 ], "another word for sponger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,5 ], "a person who indulges in heavy drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,6 ], "leavened dough, esp| before kneading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,7 ], "a light steamed or baked pudding, spongy in texture, made with various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,7 ], "flavourings or fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,8 ], "fusion or sintering and capable of absorbing large quantities of gas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,8 ], "porous metal produced by electrolysis or by reducing a metal compound without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,1,9 ], "a rub with a sponge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,2,1 ], "to clean (something) by wiping or rubbing with a damp or wet sponge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,3,1 ], "to remove (marks, etc|) by rubbing with a damp or wet sponge or cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,3,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to absorb (liquids, esp| when spilt) in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,3,2 ], "manner of a sponge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponge",1,4,1 ], "to go collecting sponges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponger",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives off other people by continually taking advantage of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponger",1,1,1 ], "generosity; parasite or scrounger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponger",1,1,2 ], "a person or ship employed in collecting sponges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spongin",1,1,1 ], "a fibrous horny protein that forms the skeletal framework of the bath sponge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spongin",1,1,1 ], "and related sponges" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spongioblast",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous columnar epithelial cells in the brain and spinal cord that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spongioblast",1,1,1 ], "develop into neuroglia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spongy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spongy",1,1,2 ], "compressibility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spongy",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling a sponge, esp| in texture, porosity, elasticity, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spongy",1,1,3 ], "of or like a sponge in respect of its capacity to absorb fluid and yield it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spongy",1,1,3 ], "when compressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponsion",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of becoming surety; sponsorship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsion",1,1,2 ], "an unauthorized agreement made by a public officer, esp| an admiral or general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsion",1,1,2 ], "in time of war, requiring ratification by the government of the state concerned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponsion",1,1,3 ], "any act or promise, esp| one made on behalf of someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponson",1,1,1 ], "an outboard support for a gun, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponson",1,1,2 ], "a float or flotation chamber along the gunwale of a canoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponson",1,1,3 ], "a structural projection from the side of a paddle steamer for supporting a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponson",1,1,3 ], "paddle wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,1 ], "a person or group that promotes either another person or group in an activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,1 ], "or the activity itself, either for profit or charity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,2 ], "a person or business firm that pays the costs of a radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,2 ], "programme in return for advertising time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,3 ], "a legislator who presents and supports a bill, motion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,3,1 ], "an authorized witness who makes the required promises on behalf of a person to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,3,1 ], "be baptized and thereafter assumes responsibility for his Christian upbringing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,3,2 ], "a person who presents a candidate for confirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,4 ], "a person who undertakes responsibility for the actions, statements," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,1,4 ], "obligations, etc|, of another, as during a period of apprenticeship; guarantor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sponsor",1,2,1 ], "to act as a sponsor for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneity",1,1,2 ], "internal processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneity",1,1,2 ], "the exhibiting of actions, impulses, or behaviour that are stimulated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous combustion",1,1,1 ], "powdered ores, coal, straw, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous combustion",1,1,1 ], "processes, without the application of an external source of heat, occurring in finely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous combustion",1,1,1 ], "the ignition of a substance or body as a result of internal oxidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous generation",1,1,1 ], "another name for abiogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous recovery",1,1,1 ], "period of rest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous recovery",1,1,1 ], "the reappearance of a response after its extinction has been followed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous",1,1,1 ], "influence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous",1,1,1 ], "occurring, produced, or performed through natural processes without external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous",1,1,2 ], "arising from an unforced personal impulse; voluntary; unpremeditated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontaneous",1,1,3 ], "(of plants) growing naturally; indigenous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontoon",1,1,1 ], "a shafted weapon similar to a pike, carried by subordinate infantry officers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spontoon",1,1,1 ], "in the 18th and 19th centuries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoof",1,1,1 ], "a mildly satirical mockery or parody; lampoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoof",1,1,2 ], "a good-humoured deception or trick; prank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoof",1,2,1 ], "to indulge in a spoof of (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spook",1,1,1 ], "a ghost or a person suggestive of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spook",1,1,2 ], "a spy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spook",1,2,1 ], "to frighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spook",1,2,2 ], "(of a ghost) to haunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spooky",1,1,1 ], "spookier, spookiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spooky",1,1,2 ], "ghostly or eerie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spooky",1,1,3 ], "resembling or appropriate to a ghost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spooky",1,1,4 ], "easily frightened; highly strung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spool",1,1,1 ], "a device around which magnetic tape, film, cotton, etc|, can be automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spool",1,1,1 ], "wound, with plates at top and bottom to prevent it from slipping off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spool",1,1,2 ], "anything round which other materials, esp| thread, are wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spool",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to wind or be wound onto a spool or reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,1 ], "a metal, wooden, or plastic utensil having a shallow concave part, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,1 ], "elliptical in shape, attached to a handle, used in eating or serving food, stirring, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,2 ], "an angling lure for spinning or trolling, consisting of a bright piece of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,2 ], "metal which swivels on a trace to which are attached a hook or hooks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,3 ], "a golf club: a No| 3 wood with a shorter shaft and shallower face than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,3 ], "brassie, giving more lift" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,4 ], "be born with a silver spoon in one's mouth| to inherit wealth or social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,4 ], "standing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,5 ], "wooden spoon| Brit| another name for booby prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,6 ], "a type of oar blade that is curved at the edges and tip to gain a firm grip on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,1,6 ], "the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,2,1 ], "to scoop up or transfer (food, liquid, etc|) from one container to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,2,1 ], "with or as if with a spoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,3,1 ], "to kiss and cuddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,3,2 ], "to hollow out (a cavity or spoon-shaped bowl)(in something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon",1,3,3 ], "to hit (a ball) with a weak lifting motion, as in golf, cricket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon-feed",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to feed with a spoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon-feed",1,1,2 ], "to overindulge or spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoon-feed",1,1,3 ], "of original thought or action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoon-feed",1,1,3 ], "to provide (a person) with ready-made opinions, judgments, etc|, depriving him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoonbill",1,1,1 ], "Ajaia ajaja , having a long horizontally flattened bill: family Threskiornithidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoonbill",1,1,1 ], "any of several wading birds of warm regions, such as Platalea leucorodia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoonbill",1,1,1 ], "order Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spoondrift",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of spindrift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoonerism",1,1,1 ], "brush my hat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spoonerism",1,1,1 ], "the transposition of the initial consonants or consonant clusters of a pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoonerism",1,1,1 ], "words, often resulting in an amusing ambiguity of meaning, such as hush my brat for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spoonful",1,1,1 ], "the amount that a spoon is able to hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoonful",1,1,2 ], "a small quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoor",1,1,1 ], "the trail of an animal or person, esp| as discernible to the human eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spoor",1,2,1 ], "to track (an animal) by following its trail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporadic",1,1,1 ], "occurring at irregular points in time; intermittent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporadic",1,1,2 ], "scattered; isolated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporangium",1,1,1 ], "any organ, esp| in fungi, in which asexual spores are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spore case",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for sporangium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spore",1,1,1 ], "a reproductive body, produced by some protozoans and many plants, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spore",1,1,1 ], "an asexual spore is the result of asexual reproduction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spore",1,1,1 ], "develops into a new individual| A sexual spore is formed after the fusion of gametes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spore",1,1,2 ], "a germ cell, seed, dormant bacterium, or similar body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spore",1,2,1 ], "to produce, carry, or release spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporo-",1,1,1 ], "(in botany) spore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporocarp",1,1,1 ], "a specialized leaf branch in certain aquatic ferns that encloses the sori" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporocarp",1,1,2 ], "the spore-producing structure in certain algae, lichens, and fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporocyst",1,1,1 ], "a thick-walled rounded structure produced by protozoans of the class Sporozoa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporocyst",1,1,1 ], "in which sporozoites are formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporocyst",1,1,2 ], "reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporocyst",1,1,2 ], "the saclike larva of a trematode worm that produces redia larvae by asexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporocyst",1,1,3 ], "any similar structure containing spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporocyte",1,1,1 ], "a diploid cell that divides by meiosis to produce four haploid spores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the process of spore formation in plants and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporogonium",1,1,1 ], "a short stalk that arises from the parent plant (the sporophyte)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporogonium",1,1,1 ], "a structure in mosses and liverworts consisting of a spore-bearing capsule on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporogony",1,1,1 ], "the process in sporozoans by which sporozoites are formed from an encysted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporogony",1,1,1 ], "zygote by multiple fission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporophore",1,1,1 ], "an organ in fungi that produces or carries spores, esp| the massive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporophore",1,1,1 ], "spore-bearing body of mushrooms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporophyll",1,1,1 ], "a leaf in mosses, ferns, and related plants that bears the sporangia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporophyte",1,1,1 ], "from a zygote and produces asexual spores" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporophyte",1,1,1 ], "the diploid form of plants that have alternation of generations| It develops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporozoan",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic protozoan of the class Sporozoa, characterized by a complex life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporozoan",1,1,1 ], "cycle, part of which is passed in the cells of the host, and the production of asexual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporozoan",1,1,1 ], "spores: includes the malaria parasite" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sporozoan",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sporozoa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporozoite",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small mobile usually infective individuals produced in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporozoite",1,1,1 ], "sporozoans by sporogony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporran",1,1,1 ], "Highland dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sporran",1,1,1 ], "a large pouch, usually of fur, worn hanging from a belt in front in Scottish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,1 ], "an individual or group activity pursued for exercise or pleasure, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,1 ], "involving the testing of physical capabilities and taking the form of a competitive game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,1 ], "such as football, tennis, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,10 ], "a person who leads a merry existence, esp| a gambler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,11 ], "a form of address used esp| between males" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,11,1 ], "an animal or plant that differs conspicuously in one or more aspects from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,11,1 ], "other organisms of the same species, usually because of a mutation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,11,2 ], "an anomalous characteristic of such an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,2 ], "such activities considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,3 ], "any particular pastime indulged in for pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,4 ], "the pleasure derived from a pastime, esp| hunting, shooting, or fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,5 ], "playful or good-humoured joking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,6 ], "derisive mockery or the object of such mockery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,7 ], "someone or something that is controlled by external influences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,8 ], "(sometimes qualified by good, bad, etc|) a person who reacts cheerfully in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,8 ], "face of adversity, esp| a good loser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,1,9 ], "a person noted for being scrupulously fair and abiding by the rules of a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,2,1 ], "to wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,3,1 ], "to skip about or frolic happily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,3,2 ], "to amuse (oneself), esp| in outdoor physical recreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,4,1 ], "to squander (time or money)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,5,1 ], "to make fun (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sport",1,6,1 ], "to produce or undergo a mutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporting house",1,1,1 ], "a euphemistic word for brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporting house",1,1,2 ], "a tavern or inn frequented by gamblers or other sportsmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporting",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or used or engaged in a sport or sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporting",1,1,2 ], "relating or conforming to sportsmanship; fair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporting",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by an interest in gambling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporting",1,1,4 ], "willing to take a risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportive",1,1,1 ], "playful or joyous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportive",1,1,2 ], "done in jest rather than seriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportive",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or interested in sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportive",1,1,4 ], "wanton or amorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sports car",1,1,1 ], "a production car designed for speed, high acceleration, and manoeuvrability," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sports car",1,1,1 ], "having a low body and usually adequate seating for only two persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sports jacket",1,1,1 ], "a man's informal jacket, made esp| of tweed: worn with trousers of different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sports jacket",1,1,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sports shirt",1,1,1 ], "a man's informal shirt, sometimes of knitted wool or cotton, which may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sports shirt",1,1,1 ], "worn outside the trousers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sports",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sports",1,1,2 ], "relating to, concerned with, or used in sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sports",1,1,3 ], "a meeting held at a school or college for competitions in various athletic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sports",1,1,3 ], "events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sportscast",1,1,1 ], "a radio or television broadcast consisting of sports news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportsman",1,1,1 ], "a man who takes part in sports, esp| of the outdoor type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportsman",1,1,2 ], "a person who exhibits qualities highly regarded in sport, such as fairness," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportsman",1,1,2 ], "generosity, observance of the rules, and good humour when losing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sportswear",1,1,1 ], "clothes worn for sport or outdoor leisure wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sportswoman",1,1,1 ], "a woman who takes part in sports, esp| of the outdoor type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporty",1,1,1 ], "sportier, sportiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporty",1,1,2 ], "vulgarly ostentatious or flashy; stylish, loud, or gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporty",1,1,3 ], "relating to or appropriate to a sportsman or sportswoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporty",1,1,4 ], "(of women) amorous or wanton; lusty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporulate",1,1,1 ], "to produce spores, esp| by multiple fission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sporule",1,1,1 ], "a spore, esp| a very small spore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spot check" ,1, 1, 1],"a quick random examination",1). c_DEF([ "spot check" ,1, 3, 1],"to perform a spot check on",1). c_DEF([ "spot height",1,1,1 ], "a mark on a map indicating the height of a hill, mountain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 10],"a position or length of time in a show assigned to a specific performer",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 11],"short for ,spotlight",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 12, 1],"spot ball",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 12],"(in billiards)",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 13, 1],"to be paid or delivered immediately",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 13, 2],"involving immediate cash payment",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 13, 2],"the player using this ball",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 13, 3],"concerned with or designed for cash transactions only",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 13],"the white ball that is distinguished from the plain by a mark or spot",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 14],"change one's spots| to reform one's character",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 15],"high spot| an outstanding event",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 16],"knock spots off| to outstrip or outdo with ease",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 17, 1],"immediately",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 17, 2],"at the place in question",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 17, 3],"in the best possible position to deal with a situation",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 17, 4],"in an awkward predicament",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 17, 5],"without moving from the place of one's location, etc",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 17, 6],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 17],"on the spot",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 18],"soft spot| a special sympathetic affection or weakness for a person or thing",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 19],"tight spot| a serious, difficult, or dangerous situation",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 1],"a small mark on a surface, such as a circular patch or stain, differing in",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 1],"colour or texture from its surroundings",2). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 20, 1],"some aspect of a character or situation that is susceptible to criticism",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 20, 2],"a flaw in a person's knowledge",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 20],"weak spot",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 2],"a geographical area that is restricted in extent",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 3],"a location",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 4],"a blemish of the skin, esp| a pimple or one occurring through some disease",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 5],"a blemish on the character of a person; moral flaw",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 6],"a place of entertainment",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 7],"a small quantity or amount",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 8],"an awkward situation",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 9],"a short period between regular television or radio programmes that is used for",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 1, 9],"advertising",2). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 1],"discern",2). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 1],"to observe or perceive suddenly, esp| under difficult circumstances;",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 2],"to put stains or spots upon (something)",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 3],"(of some fabrics) to be susceptible to spotting by or as if by water",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 4],"to place here and there",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 6],"to place (a ball) on one of the table spots",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 7],"observation",2). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 7],"to adjust fire in order to correct deviations from (the target) by",1). c_DEF([ "spot" ,1, 2, 9],"to yield (an advantage or concession) to (one's opponent)",1). c_DEF([ "spot-on",1,1,1 ], "absolutely correct; very accurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spot-weld",1,1,1 ], "more small circular welds by means of heat, usually electrically generated, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spot-weld",1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spot-weld",1,1,1 ], "to join (two pieces of metal, esp| in the form of wire or sheet) by one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spot-weld",1,2,1 ], "a weld so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotless",1,1,1 ], "free from stains; immaculate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotless",1,1,2 ], "free from moral impurity; unsullied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotlight" ,1, 1, 1],"a powerful light focused so as to illuminate a small area, usually mounted so",1). c_DEF([ "spotlight" ,1, 1, 1],"it can be directed at will|",2). c_DEF([ "spotlight" ,1, 1, 2],"the| the focus of attention",1). c_DEF([ "spotlight" ,1, 3, 1],"to direct a spotlight on",1). c_DEF([ "spotlight" ,1, 3, 2],"to focus attention on",1). c_DEF([ "spotted crake",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rail, Porzana porzana, of swamps and marshes, having a buff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotted crake",1,1,1 ], "speckled plumage and dark brown wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spotted dick",1,1,1 ], "a steamed or boiled suet pudding containing dried fruit, and shaped into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotted dick",1,1,1 ], "roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spotted fever",1,1,1 ], "any of various severe febrile diseases characterized by small irregular spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotted fever",1,1,1 ], "on the skin, as in Rocky Mountain spotted fever or tick fever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spotted flycatcher",1,1,1 ], "a European woodland songbird, Muscicapa striata, with a greyish-brown streaked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotted flycatcher",1,1,1 ], "plumage: family Muscicapidae (Old World flycatchers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spotted sandpiper",1,1,1 ], "a North American sandpiper, Actitis macularia, having a spotted breast in its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotted sandpiper",1,1,1 ], "breeding plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spotted",1,1,1 ], "characterized by spots or marks, esp| in having a pattern of spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotted",1,1,2 ], "stained or blemished; soiled or bespattered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that watches or observes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes a hobby of watching for and noting numbers or types of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,2 ], "trains, buses, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,3 ], "a person who orders or advises adjustment of fire on a target by observations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,4 ], "a person, esp| one engaged in civil defence, who watches for enemy aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,5 ], "an employee assigned to spy on his colleagues in order to check on their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,5 ], "honesty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,5,1 ], "a person who checks against irregularities and inconsistencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotter",1,1,5,2 ], "a person who searches for new material, performers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotty",1,1,2 ], "abounding in or characterized by spots or marks, esp| on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spotty",1,1,3 ], "not consistent or uniform; irregular or uneven, often in quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spousal",1,1,1,1 ], "the marriage ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spousal",1,1,1,2 ], "a wedding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spousal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spouse",1,1,1 ], "(spa$us, spa$uz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spouse",1,1,2 ], "a person's partner in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spouse",1,2,1 ], "(spa$uz, spa$us)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spouse",1,3,1 ], "to marry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,1,1 ], "narrow gap or under pressure, or (of a liquid) to gush thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,1,1 ], "to discharge (a liquid) in a continuous jet or in spurts, esp| through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,1,2 ], "(of a whale, etc|) to discharge air through the blowhole, so that it forms a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,1,2 ], "spray at the surface of the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,1,3 ], "to utter (a stream of words) on a subject, often at length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,2,1 ], "a tube, pipe, chute, etc|, allowing the passage or pouring of liquids, grain," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,2,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,2,2 ], "a continuous stream or jet of liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,2,3 ], "short for waterspout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,2,4 ], "up the spout| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,2,4,1 ], "ruined or lost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spout",1,2,4,2 ], "pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spp|",1,1,1 ], "species (plural)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprag",1,1,1 ], "a chock or steel bar used to prevent a vehicle from running backwards on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprag",1,1,1 ], "incline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprag",1,1,2 ], "a support or post used in mining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprain",1,1,1 ], "to injure (a joint) by a sudden twisting or wrenching of its ligaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprain",1,2,1 ], "disability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprain",1,2,1 ], "the resulting injury to such a joint, characterized by swelling and temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprang",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprat",1,1,1 ], "Sea: family Clupeidae (herrings)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprat",1,1,1 ], "a small marine food fish, Clupea sprattus, of the NE Atlantic Ocean and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprat",1,1,2 ], "any of various small or young herrings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprawl",1,1,1 ], "to sit or lie in an ungainly manner with one's limbs spread out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprawl",1,1,2 ], "to fall down or knock down with the limbs spread out in an ungainly way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprawl",1,1,3 ], "to spread out or cause to spread out in a straggling fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprawl",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of sprawling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprawl",1,2,2 ], "a sprawling posture or arrangement of items" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray gun",1,1,1 ], "a device that sprays a fluid in a finely divided form by atomizing the fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray gun",1,1,1 ], "in an air jet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,1,1 ], "fine particles of a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,1,1,1 ], "a liquid, such as perfume, paint, etc|, designed to be discharged from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,1,1,1 ], "aerosol or atomizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,1,1,2 ], "the aerosol or atomizer itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,1,2 ], "a quantity of small objects flying through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,2,1 ], "to scatter (liquid) in the form of fine particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,2,2 ], "to discharge (a liquid) from an aerosol or atomizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",1,3,1 ], "to treat or bombard with a spray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",2,1,1 ], "a single slender shoot, twig, or branch that bears buds, leaves, flowers, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spray",2,1,1 ], "berries, either growing on or detached from a plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spread eagle",1,1,1 ], "the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spread eagle",1,1,1 ], "the representation of an eagle with outstretched wings, used as an emblem of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread eagle",1,1,2 ], "an acrobatic skating figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,1,1 ], "to extend or unfold or be extended or unfolded to the fullest width" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,1,2 ], "to extend or cause to extend over a larger expanse of space or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,1,3 ], "to apply or be applied in a coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,1,4 ], "to distribute or be distributed over an area or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,1,5 ], "to display or be displayed in its fullest extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,2,1 ], "to prepare (a table) for a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,3,1 ], "to lay out (a meal) on a table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,3,2 ], "to send or be sent out in all directions; disseminate or be disseminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,3,3 ], "(of rails, wires, etc|) to force or be forced apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,3,4 ], "pressing, hammering, or forging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,3,4 ], "to increase the breadth of (a part), esp| to flatten the head of a rivet by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,4,1,1 ], "to lay out (hay) in a relatively thin layer to dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,4,1,2 ], "to scatter (seed, manure, etc|) over a relatively wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,5,1 ], "sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,5,1 ], "to make (oneself) agreeable to a large number of people, often of the opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,5,2 ], "front vowel, such as (i:) in English see (si:)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,5,2 ], "to narrow and lengthen the aperture of (the lips) as for the articulation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,1 ], "the act or process of spreading; diffusion, dispersion, expansion, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,10 ], "a widening of the hips and waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,10,1 ], "the difference between the bid and offer prices quoted by a stockjobber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,10,2 ], "price paid for the same stock by an underwriter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,10,2 ], "the excess of the price at which stock is offered for public sale over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,10,3 ], "Chiefly U|S| a double option" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,11 ], "the apparent size of a gemstone when viewed from above expressed in carats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,2 ], "the wingspan of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,3 ], "an extent of space or time; stretch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,4 ], "a ranch or relatively large tract of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,5 ], "the limit of something fully extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,6 ], "a covering for a table or bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,7 ], "a large meal or feast, esp| when it is laid out on a table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,8 ], "a food which can be spread on bread, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,6,9 ], "two facing pages in a book or other publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,7,1 ], "extended or stretched out, esp| to the fullest extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,7,2 ], "(of a gem) shallow and flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,7,2,1 ], "(of the lips)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,7,3 ], "forming a long narrow aperture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,7,3,2 ], "(of speech sounds) articulated with spread lips: (i) in English feel is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread",1,7,3,2 ], "spread vowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spread-eagle",1,1,1 ], "lying or standing with arms and legs outstretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread-eagle",1,2,1 ], "to assume or cause to assume the shape of a spread eagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spread-eagle",1,3,1 ], "to execute a spread eagle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spreader",1,1,1 ], "a machine or device used for scattering bulk materials, esp| manure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spreader",1,1,1 ], "fertilizer, over a relatively wide area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spreader",1,1,2 ], "a device for keeping apart or spacing parallel objects, such as electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spreader",1,1,2 ], "wires, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spreathed",1,1,1 ], "Southwestern English and south Wales dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spreathed",1,1,2 ], "sore; chapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprechgesang",1,1,1 ], "a type of vocalization between singing and recitation in which the voice sings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprechgesang",1,1,1 ], "originated by Arnold Schoenberg, who used it in Pierrot Lunaire (1912)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sprechgesang",1,1,1 ], "the beginning of each note and then falls rapidly from the notated pitch| It was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprechstimme",1,1,1 ], "a vocal part employing sprechgesang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spree",1,1,1 ], "a session of considerable overindulgence, esp| in drinking, squandering money," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spree",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spree",1,1,2 ], "a romp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 1, 1],"a shoot, twig, or sprout of a tree, shrub, etc|; spray",1). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 1, 2],"an ornamental device resembling a spray of leaves or flowers",1). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 1, 3],"a small wire nail without a head",1). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 1, 4],"a youth",1). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 1, 5],"a person considered as the descendant of an established family, social class,",1). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 1, 5],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 3, 1],"to fasten or secure with sprigs",1). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 3, 2],"to ornament (fabric, etc|) with a design of sprigs",1). c_DEF([ "sprig" ,1, 3, 3],"to make sprays from (twigs and branches)",1). c_DEF([ "sprightly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprightly",1,1,2 ], "full of vitality; lively and gay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprightly",1,2,1 ], "in a gay or lively manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring balance",1,1,1 ], "a device in which an object to be weighed is attached to the end of a helical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring balance",1,1,1 ], "scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spring balance",1,1,1 ], "spring, the extension of which indicates the weight of the object on a calibrated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring chicken",1,1,1 ], "a young chicken, tender for cooking, esp| one from two to ten months old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring chicken",1,1,2 ], "a young, inexperienced, or unsophisticated person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring fever",1,1,1 ], "onset of spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring fever",1,1,1 ], "the feeling of listlessness or liveliness experienced by many people at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring lock",1,1,1 ], "a type of lock having a spring-loaded bolt, a key being required only to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring lock",1,1,1 ], "unlock it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring onion",1,1,1 ], "an immature form of the onion (Allium cepa), widely cultivated for its tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring onion",1,1,1 ], "bulb and long green leaves which are eaten in salads, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring tide",1,1,1 ], "either of the two tides that occur at or just after new moon and full moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring tide",1,1,1 ], "spring tides (equinoctial springs) occur at the equinoxes" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "spring tide",1,1,1 ], "the moon, reinforcing it and causing the greatest rise in tidal level| The highest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spring tide",1,1,1 ], "when the gravitational attraction of the sun acts in the same direction as that of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring tide",1,1,2 ], "any great rush or flood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move suddenly upwards or forwards in a single motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,1,2 ], "to release or be released from a forced position by elastic force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,10,1 ], "to provide with a spring or springs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,11,1 ], "to arrange the escape or release of (someone) from prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,12,1 ], "(of daylight or dawn) to begin to appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,1 ], "the act or an instance of springing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,10 ], "another name for springing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,2 ], "a leap, jump, or bound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,2,1 ], "the quality of resilience; elasticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,3 ], "the act or an instance of moving rapidly back from a position of tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,3,1 ], "a device, such as a coil or strip of steel, that stores potential energy when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,3,1 ], "a natural outflow of ground water, as forming the source of a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,3,1 ], "it is compressed, stretched, or bent and releases it when the restraining force is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,3,1 ], "removed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,4 ], "a structural defect such as a warp or bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,4,1 ], "March equinox to the June solstice in the N hemisphere and from the September equinox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,4,1 ], "the season of the year between winter and summer, astronomically from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,4,1 ], "to the December solstice in the S hemisphere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,5 ], "the earliest or freshest time of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,6 ], "a source or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,7 ], "handle of a cricket bat, hockey stick, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,7 ], "one of a set of strips of rubber, steel, etc|, running down the inside of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,8 ], "a mooring line, usually one of a pair that cross amidships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,13,9 ], "a flock of teal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,2,1 ], "to leap or jump over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,3,1 ], "to come, issue, or arise suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,4,1 ], "(of a part of a mechanism, etc|) to jump out of place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,4,2 ], "split" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,4,2 ], "to make (wood, etc|) warped or split or (of wood, etc|) to become warped or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,4,3 ], "to happen or cause to happen unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,5,1 ], "to develop or originate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,6,1 ], "to be descended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,7,1 ], "to come into being or appear suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,8,1 ], "(of game or quarry) to start or rise suddenly from cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,9,1 ], "to appear to have a strong upward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring",1,9,2 ], "to explode (a mine) or (of a mine) to explode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring-clean",1,1,1 ], "to clean (a house) thoroughly: traditionally at the end of the winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spring-clean",1,2,1 ], "an instance of spring-cleaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springboard",1,1,1 ], "a flexible board, usually projecting low over the water, used for diving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springboard",1,1,2 ], "a similar board used for gaining height or momentum in gymnastics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springboard",1,1,3 ], "a board inserted into the trunk of a tree at some height above the ground on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springboard",1,1,3 ], "which a lumberjack stands to chop down the tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springboard",1,1,4 ], "anything that serves as a point of departure or initiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springbok",1,1,1 ], "an antelope, Antidorcas marsupialis, of semidesert regions of southern Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springbok",1,1,1 ], "usually covered by a fold of skin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "springbok",1,1,1 ], "which moves in leaps exposing a patch of white erectile hairs on the rump that are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springe",1,1,1 ], "a snare set to catch small wild animals or birds and consisting of a loop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springe",1,1,1 ], "attached to a bent twig or branch under tension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springe",1,2,1 ], "to set such a snare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springe",1,3,1 ], "to catch (small wild animals or birds) with such a snare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springer spaniel",1,1,1 ], "a breed of large spaniel with a wavy silky coat, usually black or liver and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springer spaniel",1,1,1 ], "white in colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springer",1,1,1 ], "a cow about to give birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that springs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springer",1,1,2,1 ], "the first and lowest stone of an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springer",1,1,2,2 ], "the impost of an arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springhaas",1,1,1 ], "a S and E African nocturnal rodent, Pedetes capensis, resembling a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springhaas",1,1,1 ], "kangaroo: family Pedetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springhalt",1,1,1 ], "another name for stringhalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springhead",1,1,1 ], "the source of a stream; spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springhouse",1,1,1 ], "a storehouse built over a spring for keeping dairy products and meat cool and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springhouse",1,1,1 ], "fresh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springing",1,1,1 ], "the level where an arch or vault rises from a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springlet",1,1,1 ], "a small spring; brooklet or rill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springtail",1,1,1 ], "any primitive wingless insect of the order Collembola, having a forked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springtail",1,1,1 ], "springing organ with which it projects itself forward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springtime",1,1,1 ], "the season of spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springtime",1,1,2 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springtime",1,1,2 ], "the earliest, usually the most attractive, period of the existence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springwood",1,1,1 ], "consists of large thin-walled xylem cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "springwood",1,1,1 ], "the wood that is produced by a plant in the spring and early summer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springy",1,1,1 ], "springier, springiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springy",1,1,2 ], "possessing or characterized by resilience or bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "springy",1,1,3 ], "(of a place) having many wells or springs of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkle",1,1,1 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkle",1,1,1 ], "to scatter (liquid, powder, etc|) in tiny particles or droplets over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkle",1,2,1 ], "to distribute over (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkle",1,3,1 ], "to drizzle slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkle",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of sprinkling or a quantity that is sprinkled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkle",1,4,2 ], "a slight drizzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkler system",1,1,1 ], "a fire-extinguishing system that releases water from overhead pipes through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkler system",1,1,1 ], "nozzles opened automatically by a rise in temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkler",1,1,1 ], "a device perforated with small holes that is attached to a garden hose or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkler",1,1,1 ], "watering can and used to spray plants, lawns, etc|, with water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkler",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that sprinkles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprinkling",1,1,1 ], "a small quantity or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprint",1,1,1,1 ], "a short race run at top speed, such as the 100 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprint",1,1,1,2 ], "a fast finishing run at the end of a longer race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprint",1,1,2 ], "any quick run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprint",1,2,1 ], "to go at top speed, as in running, cycling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprit",1,1,1 ], "a light spar pivoted at the mast and crossing a fore-and-aft quadrilateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprit",1,1,1 ], "sail diagonally to the peak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprite",1,1,1 ], "(in folklore) a nimble elflike creature, esp| one associated with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprite",1,1,2 ], "a small dainty person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spritsail",1,1,1 ], "a sail extended by a sprit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprocket",1,1,1 ], "a relatively thin wheel having teeth projecting radially from the rim, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprocket",1,1,1 ], "one that drives or is driven by a chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprocket",1,1,2 ], "an individual tooth on such a wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprocket",1,1,3 ], "a cylindrical wheel with teeth on one or both rims for pulling film through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprocket",1,1,3 ], "camera or projector" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprocket",1,1,4 ], "a small wedge-shaped piece of wood used to extend a roof over the eaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprout",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant, seed, etc|) to produce (new leaves, shoots, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprout",1,2,1 ], "to begin to grow or develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprout",1,3,1 ], "a newly grown shoot or bud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprout",1,3,2 ], "something that grows like a sprout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce beer",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink made of fermented molasses flavoured with spruce twigs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce beer",1,1,1 ], "cones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spruce pine",1,1,1 ], "a large pine tree, Pinus glabra, of the southeastern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce pine",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar plants, such as certain pines, hemlocks, and spruces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce up",1,1,1 ], "to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce up",1,1,2 ], "(oneself, a person, or thing) smart and neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce",1,1,1 ], "any coniferous tree of the N temperate genus Picea, cultivated for timber and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce",1,1,1 ], "for ornament: family Pinaceae|They grow in a pyramidal shape and have needle-like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spruce",1,1,1 ], "leaves and light-coloured wood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spruce",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruce",2,1,1 ], "neat, smart, and trim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprue",1,1,1 ], "a vertical channel in a mould through which plastic or molten metal is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprue",1,1,1 ], "introduced or out of which it flows when the mould is filled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprue",1,1,2 ], "plastic or metal that solidifies in a sprue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprue",2,1,1 ], "a chronic disease, esp| of tropical climates, characterized by flatulence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprue",2,1,1 ], "diarrhoea, frothy foul-smelling stools, and emaciation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprue",3,1,1 ], "an inferior type of asparagus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spruik",1,1,1 ], "to speak in public (used esp| of a showman or salesman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprung rhythm",1,1,1 ], "a type of poetic rhythm characterized by metrical feet of irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sprung rhythm",1,1,1 ], "composition, each having one strongly stressed syllable, often the first, and an indefinite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sprung rhythm",1,1,1 ], "number of unstressed syllables" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sprung",1,1,1 ], "the past participle or a past tense of spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spry",1,1,1 ], "sprier, spriest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spry",1,1,2 ], "active and brisk; nimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spt|",1,1,1 ], "seaport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spud" ,1, 1, 1],"an informal word for ,potato",1). c_DEF([ "spud" ,1, 1, 2],"a narrow-bladed spade for cutting roots, digging up weeds, etc",1). c_DEF([ "spud" ,1, 1, 3],"a tool, resembling a chisel, for removing bark from trees",1). c_DEF([ "spud" ,1, 2, 1],"to remove (bark) or eradicate (weeds) with a spud",1). c_DEF([ "spud" ,1, 2, 2],"to drill the first foot of an oil-well",1). c_DEF([ "spud-bashing",1,1,1 ], "slang, chiefly military| the task of peeling potatoes, given as a punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spue",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of spew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spuggy",1,1,1 ], "a house sparrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spume",1,1,1 ], "foam or surf, esp| on the sea; froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spume",1,2,1 ], "to foam or froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spumescent",1,1,1 ], "producing or resembling foam or froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spumone",1,1,1 ], "a creamy Italian ice cream, made in sections of different colouring, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spumone",1,1,1 ], "containing candied fruit and nuts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spun silk",1,1,1 ], "yarn or fabric made from silk waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spun sugar",1,1,1 ], "another term for candy floss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spun yarn",1,1,1 ], "small stuff made from rope yarns twisted together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spun",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spun",1,2,1 ], "formed or manufactured by spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spunk",1,1,1 ], "courage or spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spunk",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for semen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spunk",1,1,3 ], "touchwood or tinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spur gear",1,1,1 ], "a gear having involuted teeth either straight or helically cut on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spur gear",1,1,1 ], "cylindrical surface| Two such gears are used to transmit power between parallel shafts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 10],"a railway branch line or siding",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 11],"a sharp cutting instrument attached to the leg of a gamecock",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 12],"on the spur of the moment| on impulse",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 1],"a pointed device or sharp spiked wheel fixed to the heel of a rider's boot to",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 1],"enable him to urge his horse on",2). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 2],"anything serving to urge or encourage",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 3],"a sharp horny projection from the leg just above the claws in male birds, such",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 3],"as the domestic cock",2). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 4],"a pointed process in any of various animals; calcar",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 5],"a tubular extension at the base of the corolla in flowers such as larkspur",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 6],"a short or stunted branch of a tree",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 7],"a ridge projecting laterally from a mountain or mountain range",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 8],"a wooden prop or a masonry reinforcing pier",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 1, 9],"another name for ,groyne",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 2, 1],"to goad or urge with or as if with spurs",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 2, 2],"to go or ride quickly; press on",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 2, 3],"to injure or strike with a spur",1). c_DEF([ "spur" ,1, 2, 4],"to provide with a spur or spurs",1). c_DEF([ "spurge",1,1,1 ], "any of various euphorbiaceous plants of the genus Euphorbia that have milky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurge",1,1,1 ], "purgative properties" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "spurge",1,1,1 ], "sap and small flowers typically surrounded by conspicuous bracts| Some species have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spurious",1,1,1 ], "not genuine or real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurious",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant part or organ) having the appearance of another part but differing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurious",1,1,2 ], "from it in origin, development, or function; false" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spurious",1,1,3 ], "(of radiation) produced at an undesired frequency by a transmitter, causing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurious",1,1,3 ], "interference, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spurious",1,1,4 ], "illegitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurn",1,1,1 ], "to reject (a person or thing) with contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurn",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurn",1,1,3 ], "to kick (at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurn",1,2,1 ], "an instance of spurning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurn",1,2,2 ], "a kick or thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurrier",1,1,1 ], "a maker of spurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurry",1,1,1 ], "Spergula, esp| S| arvensis, having whorled leaves and small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "spurry",1,1,1 ], "any of several low-growing caryophyllaceous plants of the European genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurt",1,1,1 ], "to gush or cause to gush forth in a sudden stream or jet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurt",1,1,2 ], "to make a sudden effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurt",1,2,1 ], "a sudden forceful stream or jet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spurt",1,2,2 ], "a short burst of activity, speed, or energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputnik",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of Soviet artificial satellites, Sputnik 1 (launched in 1957)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputnik",1,1,1 ], "being the first man-made satellite to orbit the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sputter",1,1,1 ], "another word for splutter (senses 1-3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputter",1,1,1,1 ], "from its surface by the impact of high-energy ions, as in a discharge tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sputter",1,1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which atoms of a solid are removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputter",1,1,1,2 ], "to coat (a film of a metal) onto (a solid surface) by using this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputter",1,2,1 ], "the process or noise of sputtering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputter",1,2,2 ], "incoherent stammering speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputter",1,2,3 ], "something that is ejected while sputtering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputum",1,1,1 ], "a mass of salivary matter ejected from the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sputum",1,1,2 ], "respiratory passages, as in bronchitis or bronchiectasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sputum",1,1,2 ], "saliva ejected from the mouth mixed with mucus or pus exuded from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spy out",1,1,1 ], "to discover by careful observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spy out",1,1,2 ], "to make a close scrutiny of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 1, 1],"a person employed by a state or institution to obtain secret information from",1). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 1, 1],"rival countries, organizations, companies, etc",2). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 1, 2],"a person who keeps secret watch on others",1). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 1, 3],"a close view",1). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 1, 4],"spy in the cab| an informal name for ,tachograph",1). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 2, 2],"usually foll| by on) to keep a secret or furtive watch (on)",1). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 2, 3],"to engage in espionage",1). c_DEF([ "spy" ,1, 2, 4],"to catch sight of; descry",1). c_DEF([ "spyglass",1,1,1 ], "a small telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sp| gr|",1,1,1 ], "specific gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sp| ht|",1,1,1 ], "specific heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sp|",1,1,1 ], "special| (pl| spp|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sp|",1,1,2 ], "species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sp|",1,1,3 ], "specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sp|",1,1,4 ], "specimen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sp|",1,1,5 ], "spelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sqq|",1,1,1 ], "the following ones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squab",1,1,1 ], "a young unfledged bird, esp| a pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squab",1,1,2 ], "a short fat person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squab",1,1,2,1 ], "a well-stuffed bolster or cushion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squab",1,1,2,2 ], "a sofa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squab",1,2,1 ], "(of birds) recently hatched and still unfledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squab",1,2,2 ], "short and fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squabble",1,1,1 ], "to quarrel over a small matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squabble",1,2,1 ], "to disarrange (composed type)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squabble",1,3,1 ], "a petty quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squabble",1,3,2 ], "a printing fault in which a letter or letters are misplaced into an adjacent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squabble",1,3,2 ], "line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squacco",1,1,1 ], "a S European heron, Ardeola ralloides, with a short thick neck and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squacco",1,1,1 ], "buff-coloured plumage with white wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squad",1,1,1 ], "esp| as a drill formation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squad",1,1,1 ], "the smallest military formation, typically comprising a dozen soldiers, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squad",1,1,2 ], "any small group of people engaged in a common pursuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squad",1,1,3 ], "a number of players from which a team is to be selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squadron leader",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank, between flight lieutenant and wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squadron leader",1,1,1 ], "commander in the air forces of Britain and certain other countries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squadron",1,1,1,1 ], "a subdivision of a naval fleet detached for a particular task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squadron",1,1,1,2 ], "a number of naval units usually of similar type and consisting of two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squadron",1,1,1,2 ], "divisions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squadron",1,1,2 ], "a cavalry unit comprising two or more troops, headquarters, and supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squadron",1,1,2 ], "arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squadron",1,1,3 ], "flights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squadron",1,1,3 ], "the basic tactical and administrative air force unit comprising two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squalene",1,1,1 ], "a terpene first found in the liver of sharks but also present in the livers of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squalene",1,1,1 ], "most higher animals: an important precursor of cholesterol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squalid",1,1,1 ], "dirty and repulsive, esp| as a result of neglect or poverty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squalid",1,1,2 ], "sordid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squall line",1,1,1 ], "a narrow zone along a cold front along which squalls occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squall",1,1,1 ], "a sudden strong wind or brief turbulent storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squall",1,1,2 ], "any sudden commotion or show of temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squall",1,2,1 ], "to blow in a squall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squall",2,1,1 ], "to cry noisily; yell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squall",2,2,1 ], "a shrill or noisy yell or howl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squalor",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being squalid; disgusting dirt and filth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squama",1,1,1 ], "a scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamation",1,1,1 ], "the condition of having or forming scales or squamae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamation",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement of scales in fishes or reptiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamosal",1,1,1 ], "a thin platelike paired bone in the skull of vertebrates: in mammals it forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamosal",1,1,1 ], "part of the temporal bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squamosal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to this bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamosal",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for squamous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamous",1,1,1 ], "(of epithelium) consisting of a single layer of flat platelike cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamous",1,1,2 ], "covered with, formed of, or resembling scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squamulose",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plants or their parts) covered with minute scales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squander",1,1,1 ], "to spend wastefully or extravagantly; dissipate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squander",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for scatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squander",1,2,1 ], "extravagance or dissipation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square away",1,1,1 ], "to set the sails of (a square-rigger) at right angles to the keel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square away",1,1,2 ], "to make neat and tidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square bracket",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of characters , used to enclose a section of writing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square bracket",1,1,1 ], "printing to separate it from the main text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square bracket",1,1,2 ], "either of these characters used as a sign of aggregation in mathematical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square bracket",1,1,2 ], "logical expressions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square dance" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various formation dances, such as a quadrille, in which the couples",1). c_DEF([ "square dance" ,1, 1, 1],"form squares",2). c_DEF([ "square dance" ,1, 3, 1],"to perform such a dance",1). c_DEF([ "square knot",1,1,1 ], "another name for reef knot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square leg",1,1,1 ], "a fielding position on the on side approximately at right angles to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square leg",1,1,1 ], "batsman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square leg",1,1,2 ], "a person who fields in this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square matrix",1,1,1 ], "a matrix in which the number of rows is equal to the number of columns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square measure",1,1,1 ], "a unit or system of units for measuring areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square number",1,1,1 ], "an integer, such as 1, 4, 9, or 16, that is the square of an integer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square off",1,1,1 ], "to assume a posture of offence or defence, as in boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square piano",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete form of piano, horizontally strung and with an oblong frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square root",1,1,1 ], "a number or quantity that when multiplied by itself gives a given number or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square root",1,1,1 ], "quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square sail",1,1,1 ], "a rectangular or square sail set on a horizontal yard rigged more or less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square sail",1,1,1 ], "athwartships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square shooter",1,1,1 ], "an honest or frank person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square tin",1,1,1 ], "a medium-sized loaf having a crusty top, baked in a tin with a square base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square up",1,1,1 ], "to pay or settle (bills, debts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square up",1,1,2 ], "to arrange or be arranged satisfactorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square up",1,2,1 ], "to prepare to be confronted (with), esp| courageously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square up",1,3,1 ], "to transfer (a drawing) by aid of a network of squares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,1 ], "a plane geometric figure having four equal sides and four right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,10 ], "back to square one| indicating a return to the starting-point of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,10 ], "investigation, experiment, etc|, because of failure, lack of progress, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,11 ], "on the square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,11,1 ], "at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,11,2 ], "on equal terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,11,3 ], "Informal| honestly and openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,12 ], "out of square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,12,1 ], "not at right angles or not having a right angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,12,2 ], "not in order or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,2 ], "any object, part, or arrangement having this or a similar shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,3 ], "an open area in a town, sometimes including the surrounding buildings, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,3 ], "may form a square" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,4 ], "the product of two equal factors; the second power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,5 ], "an instrument having two strips of wood, metal, etc|, set in the shape of a T" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,5 ], "or L, used for constructing or testing right angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,6 ], "just before and during a stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,6 ], "the position of the blade of an oar perpendicular to the surface of the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,7 ], "a person who is old-fashioned in views, customs, appearance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,8 ], "an aspect of about 90 degrees between two planets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,1,9 ], "a standard, pattern, or rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,1 ], "being a square in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,10 ], "stocky or sturdy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,2 ], "having or forming one or more right angles or being at right angles to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,2 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,3 ], "square or rectangular in section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,3,1 ], "denoting a measure of area of any shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,3,2 ], "denoting a square having a specified length on each side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,4 ], "fair and honest (esp| in the phrase a square deal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,5 ], "straight, even, or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,6 ], "at right angles to the wicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,7 ], "in a straight line across the pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,8 ], "(of the sails of a square-rigger) set at right angles to the keel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,2,9 ], "old-fashioned in views, customs, appearance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,3,1 ], "having no remaining debts or accounts to be settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,3,2 ], "(of a horse''s gait) sound, steady, or regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,3,3 ], "unequivocal or straightforward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,4,1 ], "neat and tidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,4,2 ], "square meal| a balanced meal consisting of enough food to satisfy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,4,3 ], "for which he is unsuited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,4,3 ], "square peg a person or thing that is a misfit, such as an employee in a job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,1 ], "to make into a square or similar shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,10 ], "(in canoeing) to turn (a paddle) perpendicular to the direction of the canoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,10 ], "at the commencement of a stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,11 ], "to arrange (something), esp| by a corrupt method or come to an arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,11 ], "with (someone), as by bribery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,12 ], "problem of constructing a square having exactly the same area as a given circle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,12 ], "square the circle| to attempt the impossible (in reference to the insoluble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,2 ], "to raise (a number or quantity) to the second power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,3 ], "to test or adjust for deviation with respect to a right angle, plane surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,4 ], "(sometimes foll| by off) to divide into squares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,5 ], "to position so as to be rectangular, straight, or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,6 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to settle (debts, accounts, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,7 ], "to level (the score) in a game, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,8 ], "to agree or cause to agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,9 ], "commencing a stroke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,5,9 ], "to turn (an oar) perpendicular to the surface of the water just before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,6,1 ], "in order to be square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,6,2 ], "at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,6,3 ], "in a straight line across the pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square",1,6,4 ], "squarely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square-bashing",1,1,1 ], "military slang| drill on a barrack square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square-rigged",1,1,1 ], "rigged with square sails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "square-rigger",1,1,1 ], "a square-rigged ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squarely",1,1,1 ], "in a direct way; straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squarely",1,1,2 ], "in an honest, frank, and just manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squarely",1,1,3 ], "at right angles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squarrose",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squarrose",1,1,1 ], "having a rough surface, caused by the presence of projecting hairs, scales," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squarrose",1,1,2 ], "having or relating to overlapping parts that are pointed or recurved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash bug",1,1,1 ], "American species, Anasa tristis, which is a pest of squash, pumpkin, and related plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squash bug",1,1,1 ], "any of various heteropterous insects of the family Coreidae, esp| a North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,1,1 ], "distort, or pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,1,1 ], "to press or squeeze or be pressed or squeezed in or down so as to crush," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,2,1 ], "to suppress or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,3,1 ], "to humiliate or crush (a person), esp| with a disconcerting retort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,4,1 ], "to make a sucking, splashing, or squelching sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by in or into) to enter or insert in a confined space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,1 ], "a still drink made from fruit juice or fruit syrup diluted with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,2 ], "a crush, esp| of people in a confined space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,3 ], "something that is squashed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,4 ], "the act or sound of squashing or the state of being squashed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,5 ], "a game for two or four players played in an enclosed court with a small rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,5 ], "ball and light long-handled rackets| The ball may be hit against any of the walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,5 ], "but must hit the facing wall at a point above a horizontal line" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "squash",1,5,6 ], "a similar game played with larger rackets and a larger pneumatic ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",2,1,1 ], "C| pepo and C| moschata, the fruits of which have a hard rind surrounding edible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squash",2,1,1 ], "any of various marrow-like cucurbitaceous plants of the genus Cucurbita, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squash",2,1,1 ], "flesh" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "squash",2,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these plants, eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squashy",1,1,1 ], "squashier, squashiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squashy",1,1,2 ], "easily squashed; pulpy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squashy",1,1,3 ], "soft and wet; marshy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squashy",1,1,4 ], "having a squashed appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squat",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to rest in a crouching position with the knees bent and the weight on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squat",1,1,1 ], "the feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squat",1,1,2 ], "to crouch down, esp| in order to hide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squat",1,1,3 ], "to occupy land to which the occupant has no legal title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squat",1,2,1 ], "short and broad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squat",1,3,1 ], "a squatting position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squat",1,3,2 ], "a house occupied by squatters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squatter sovereignty",1,1,1 ], "a contemptuous term for popular sovereignty, used by its critics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squatter",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a person who occupies land wrongfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squatter",1,1,2 ], "(in Australia)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squatter",1,1,2,1 ], "Crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squatter",1,1,2,1 ], "a person who occupies a tract of land, esp| pastoral land, as tenant of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squatter",1,1,2,2 ], "a farmer of sheep or cattle on a large scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squattocracy",1,1,1 ], "squatters (see sense 2b|) collectively, regarded as rich and influential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squaw man",1,1,1 ], "a White or other non-Indian married to a North American Indian woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squaw",1,1,1 ], "a North American Indian woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squaw",1,1,2 ], "a woman or wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squawk",1,1,1 ], "a loud raucous cry; screech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squawk",1,1,2 ], "a loud complaint or protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squawk",1,2,1 ], "to utter a squawk or with a squawk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squawk",1,3,1 ], "to complain loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeak",1,1,1 ], "a short shrill cry or high-pitched sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeak",1,1,2 ], "an escape (esp| in the phrases narrow squeak, near squeak)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeak",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make a squeak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeak",1,2,2 ], "to pass with only a narrow margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeak",1,3,1 ], "to confess information about oneself or another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeak",1,4,1 ], "to utter with a squeak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeal",1,1,1 ], "a high shrill yelp, as of pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeal",1,1,2 ], "a screaming sound, as of tyres when a car brakes suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeal",1,2,1 ], "to utter a squeal or with a squeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeal",1,3,1 ], "to confess information about another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeal",1,4,1 ], "to complain or protest loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeamish",1,1,1 ], "easily sickened or nauseated, as by the sight of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeamish",1,1,2 ], "easily shocked; fastidious or prudish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeamish",1,1,3 ], "easily frightened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeegee" ,1, 1, 1],"an implement with a rubber blade used for wiping away surplus water from a",1). c_DEF([ "squeegee" ,1, 1, 1],"surface, such as a windowpane",2). c_DEF([ "squeegee" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various similar devices used in photography for pressing the water out",1). c_DEF([ "squeegee" ,1, 1, 2],"of wet prints or negatives or for squeezing prints onto a glazing surface",2). c_DEF([ "squeegee" ,1, 2, 1],"to remove (water or other liquid) from (something) by use of a squeegee",1). c_DEF([ "squeegee" ,1, 2, 2],"to press down (a photographic print, etc|) with a squeegee",1). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,1,1 ], "to grip or press firmly, esp| so as to crush or distort; compress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,1,2 ], "to crush or press (something) so as to extract (a liquid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,1,3 ], "to apply gentle pressure to, as in affection or reassurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,1,4 ], "to push or force in a confined space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,1,5 ], "to hug closely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,1,6 ], "to oppress with exacting demands, such as excessive taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,1,7 ], "to exert pressure on (someone) in order to extort (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,2,1 ], "to yield under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,3,1 ], "to make an impression of (a coin, etc|) in a soft substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,4,1 ], "to lead a card that forces (opponents) to discard potentially winning cards|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of squeezing or of being squeezed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,2 ], "a hug or handclasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,3 ], "a crush of people in a confined space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,4 ], "a condition of restricted credit imposed by a government to counteract price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,4 ], "inflation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,5 ], "an impression, esp| of a coin, etc|, made in a soft substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,6 ], "an amount extracted by squeezing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,7 ], "pressure brought to bear in order to extort something (esp| in the phrase put" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,7 ], "the squeeze on)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze",1,5,8 ], "a manoeuvre that forces opponents to discard potentially winning cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeeze-box",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for concertina, accordion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,1,1 ], "sucking noise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,1,1 ], "to walk laboriously through soft wet material or with wet shoes, making a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,2,1 ], "to make such a noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,3,1 ], "to crush completely; squash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,4,1 ], "to silence, as by a crushing retort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,5,1 ], "a squelching sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,5,2 ], "something that has been squelched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,5,3 ], "a circuit that cuts off the audio-frequency amplifier of a radio receiver in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,5,3 ], "the absence of an input signal, in order to suppress background noise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squelch",1,5,4 ], "a crushing remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeteague",1,1,1 ], "any of various sciaenid food fishes of the genus Cynoscion, esp| C| regalis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squeteague",1,1,1 ], "of the North American coast of the Atlantic Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 1],"a firework, usually having a tube filled with gunpowder, that burns with a",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 1],"hissing noise and culminates in a small explosion",2). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 2],"a firework that does not explode because of a fault; dud",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 3],"a short witty attack; lampoon",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 4],"an electric device for firing a rocket engine",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 5],"an insignificant person",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 6],"a coward",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 1, 7],"damp squib| something intended but failing to impress",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 2, 1],"to sound, move, or explode like a squib",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 2, 2],"to let off or shoot a squib",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 2, 3],"to write a squib against (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 2, 4],"to move in a quick irregular fashion",1). c_DEF([ "squib" ,1, 2, 6],"to behave in a cowardly fashion",1). c_DEF([ "squid" ,1, 1, 1],"(decapods)",4). c_DEF([ "squid" ,1, 1, 1],"Ommastrephes, etc|, of most seas, having a torpedo-shaped body ranging from about 10",2). c_DEF([ "squid" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various fast-moving pelagic cephalopod molluscs of the genera Loligo,",1). c_DEF([ "squid" ,1, 1, 1],"centimetres to 16|5 metres long and a pair of triangular tail fins: order Decapoda",3). c_DEF([ "squid" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) (of a parachute) to assume an elongated squidlike shape due to excess",1). c_DEF([ "squid" ,1, 2, 1],"air pressure",2). c_DEF([ "squiffy",1,1,1 ], "fier, fiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squiffy",1,1,2 ], "slightly drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squiggle",1,1,1 ], "a mark or movement in the form of a wavy line; curlicue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squiggle",1,1,2 ], "an illegible scrawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squiggle",1,2,1 ], "to wriggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squiggle",1,3,1 ], "to form or draw squiggles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squiggle",1,4,1 ], "to make into squiggles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squilgee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of squeegee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squill",1,1,1 ], "an expectorant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squill",1,1,1 ], "the bulb of the sea squill, which is sliced, dried, and used medicinally, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squill",1,1,2 ], "Europe, having small blue or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squill",1,1,2 ], "any Old World liliaceous plant of the genus Scilla, such as S| verna of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squilla",1,1,1 ], "any mantis shrimp of the genus Squilla" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squinch",1,1,1 ], "a small arch, corbelling, etc|, across an internal corner of a tower, used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squinch",1,1,1 ], "support a superstructure such as a spire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,1,1 ], "to cross or partly close (the eyes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,2,1 ], "to have a squint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,3,1 ], "to look or glance sideways or askance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,4,1 ], "the nontechnical name for strabismus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,4,2 ], "the act or an instance of squinting; glimpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,4,3 ], "a narrow oblique opening in a wall or pillar of a church to permit a view of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,4,3 ], "the main altar from a side aisle or transept" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squint",1,5,1 ], "having a squint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint-eyed",1,1,1 ], "having a squint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squint-eyed",1,1,2 ], "looking sidelong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squire",1,1,1 ], "a country gentleman in England, esp| the main landowner in a rural community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squire",1,1,2 ], "a young man of noble birth, who attended upon a knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squire",1,1,3 ], "a man who courts or escorts a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squire",1,1,4 ], "a term of address used by one man to another, esp|, unless ironic, to a member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squire",1,1,4 ], "of a higher social class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squire",1,2,1 ], "(of a man) to escort a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirearchy",1,1,1 ], "government by squires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirearchy",1,1,2 ], "squires collectively, esp| as a political or social force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squireen",1,1,1 ], "a petty squire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirm",1,1,1 ], "to move with a wriggling motion; writhe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirm",1,1,2 ], "to feel deep mental discomfort, guilt, embarrassment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirm",1,2,1 ], "a squirming movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel cage",1,1,1 ], "a cage consisting of a cylindrical framework that is made to rotate by a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel cage",1,1,1 ], "animal running inside the framework" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel cage",1,1,2 ], "a repetitive purposeless task, way of life, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel cage",1,1,3 ], "around the periphery parallel to the axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel cage",1,1,3 ], "the rotor of an induction motor with a cylindrical winding having copper bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel cage",1,1,4 ], "an electric fan with many long narrow blades arranged in parallel so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel cage",1,1,4 ], "form a cylinder about an axis around which they spin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel corn",1,1,1 ], "a North American plant, Dicentra canadensis, having yellow flowers and tubers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel corn",1,1,1 ], "resembling grains of corn: family Fumariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel monkey",1,1,1 ], "a small New World monkey, Saimiri sciureus, of N South American forests," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel monkey",1,1,1 ], "having a yellowish-green coat and orange feet and limbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel monkey",1,1,2 ], "America, having a reddish coat and dark brown limbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel monkey",1,1,2 ], "red-backed squirrel monkey| a related species, Saimiri oerstedi, of Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel",1,1,1 ], "any arboreal sciurine rodent of the genus Sciurus, such as S| vulgaris or S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel",1,1,1 ], "carolinensis , having a bushy tail and feeding on nuts, seeds, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel",1,1,2 ], "any other rodent of the family Sciuridae, such as a ground squirrel or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel",1,1,2 ], "marmot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel",1,1,3 ], "the fur of such an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel",1,1,4 ], "a person who hoards things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel-tail grass",1,1,1 ], "an annual grass, Hordeum marinum, of salt marsh margins of Europe, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirrel-tail grass",1,1,1 ], "bushy awns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrelfish",1,1,1 ], "Holocentridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squirrelfish",1,1,1 ], "any tropical marine brightly coloured teleost fish of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt gun",1,1,1 ], "another name for water pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt",1,1,1 ], "to force (a liquid) or (of a liquid) to be forced out of a narrow opening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt",1,1,2 ], "to cover or spatter with liquid so ejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt",1,2,1 ], "a jet or amount of liquid so ejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt",1,2,2 ], "the act or an instance of squirting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt",1,2,3 ], "an instrument used for squirting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt",1,2,3,1 ], "a person regarded as insignificant or contemptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirt",1,2,3,2 ], "a short person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirting cucumber",1,1,1 ], "a hairy cucurbitaceous plant, Ecballium elaterium, of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squirting cucumber",1,1,1 ], "region, having a fruit that discharges its seeds explosively when ripe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "squish",1,1,1 ], "to crush, esp| so as to make a soft splashing noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squish",1,2,1 ], "(of mud, etc|) to make a splashing noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squish",1,3,1 ], "a soft squashing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squit",1,1,1 ], "an insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squit",1,1,2 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "squiz",1,1,1 ], "a look or glance, esp| an inquisitive one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sq|",1,1,1 ], "sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sq|",1,1,2 ], "square" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sq|",1,1,3 ], "the following one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sr",1,1,1 ], "steradian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "srac",1,1,1 ], "a pinnacle of ice among crevasses on a glacier, usually on a steep slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sri",1,1,1 ], "the consort of Vishnu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sri",1,1,2 ], "a title of honour used when addressing a distinguished Hindu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ss|",1,1,1 ], "sections" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab kick",1,1,1 ], "a rapid kick of the ball from one player to another member of his team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,1,1 ], "to pierce or injure with a sharp pointed instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,2,1 ], "(of a sharp pointed instrument) to pierce or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to make a thrust; jab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,3,1 ], "to inflict with a sharp pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,3,2 ], "stab in the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,3,2,1 ], "to do damage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,3,3 ], "(the reputation, etc|, of a person, esp| a friend) in a surreptitious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,3,3,2 ], "a treacherous action or remark that causes the downfall of or injury to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,3,3,2 ], "person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of stabbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,4,2 ], "an injury or rift made by stabbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,4,3 ], "a sudden sensation, esp| an unpleasant one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stab",1,4,4 ], "an attempt (esp| in the phrase make a stab at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabile",1,1,1 ], "a stationary abstract construction, usually of wire, metal, wood, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabile",1,2,1 ], "fixed; stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabile",1,2,2 ], "resistant to chemical change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,2 ], "inadvertent displacement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,2 ], "the ability of an aircraft to resume its original flight path after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,2,1 ], "the condition of an air mass characterized by no upward movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,2,2 ], "currents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,2,2 ], "the degree of susceptibility of an air mass to disturbance by convection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,3 ], "a vow taken by every Benedictine monk attaching him perpetually to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stability",1,1,3 ], "monastery where he is professed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stabilize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become stable or more stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabilize",1,1,2 ], "to keep or be kept stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabilize",1,2,1 ], "special devices, or (of an aircraft, etc|) to become stable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stabilize",1,2,1 ], "to put or keep (an aircraft, vessel, etc|) in equilibrium by one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabilizer",1,1,1 ], "any device for stabilizing an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabilizer",1,1,2 ], "a substance added to something to maintain it in a stable or unchanging state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabilizer",1,1,2,1 ], "a system of one or more pairs of fins projecting from the hull of a ship and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabilizer",1,1,2,1 ], "controllable to counteract roll" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stabilizer",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that stabilizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable door",1,1,1 ], "a door with an upper and lower leaf that may be opened separately| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable door",1,1,1 ], "equivalent: Dutch door" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stable fly",1,1,1 ], "a blood-sucking muscid fly, Stomoxys calcitrans, that attacks man and domestic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable fly",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,1 ], "a building, usually consisting of stalls, for the lodging of horses or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,1 ], "livestock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,2 ], "the animals lodged in such a building, collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,2,1 ], "the racehorses belonging to a particular establishment or owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,2,2 ], "the establishment itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,2,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,3 ], "a source of training, such as a school, theatre, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,4 ], "a number of people considered as a source of a particular talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for a stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",1,2,1 ], "to put, keep, or be kept in a stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",2,1,1 ], "steady in position or balance; firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",2,1,2 ], "lasting or permanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",2,1,3 ], "steadfast or firm of purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",2,1,4 ], "(of an elementary particle, atomic nucleus, etc|) not undergoing decay; not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stable",2,1,4 ], "radioactive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stable",2,1,5 ], "(of a chemical compound) not readily partaking in a chemical change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stableboy",1,1,1 ], "a boy or man who works in a stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stabling",1,1,1 ], "stable buildings or accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stablish",1,1,1 ], "an archaic variant of establish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staccato",1,1,1 ], "(of notes) short, clipped, and separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staccato",1,1,2 ], "characterized by short abrupt sounds, as in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staccato",1,2,1 ], "(esp| used as a musical direction) in a staccato manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stacc|",1,1,1 ], "staccato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack against",1,1,1 ], "to ensure a prearranged advantage or disadvantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,1 ], "an ordered pile or heap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,10 ], "an area in a computer memory for temporary storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,2 ], "a large orderly pile of hay, straw, etc|, for storage in the open air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,3 ], "compactly spaced bookshelves, used to house collections of books in an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,3 ], "usually prohibited to library users" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,4 ], "a number of aircraft circling an airport at different altitudes, awaiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,4 ], "their signal to land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,5 ], "a large amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,6 ], "a pile of rifles or muskets in the shape of a cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,7 ], "a measure of coal or wood equal to 108 cubic feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,8 ], "a vertical pipe, such as the funnel of a ship or the soil pipe attached to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,8 ], "side of a building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,9 ], "a high column of rock, esp| one isolated from the mainland by the erosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,1,9 ], "action of the sea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,2,1 ], "to place in a stack; pile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,2,2 ], "to load or fill up with piles of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,2,3 ], "flies at a different altitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,2,3 ], "to control a number of aircraft waiting to land at an airport so that each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,2,4 ], "stack the cards| to prearrange the order of a pack of cards secretly so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stack",1,2,4 ], "the deal will benefit someone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stacked",1,1,1 ], "a variant of well-stacked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stacte",1,1,1 ], "one of several sweet-smelling spices used in incense (Exodus 30:34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staddle",1,1,1 ], "a support or prop, esp| a low flat-topped stone structure for supporting hay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staddle",1,1,1 ], "or corn stacks about two feet above ground level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staddle",1,1,2 ], "a supporting frame for such a stack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staddle",1,1,3 ], "the lower part of a hay or corn stack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staddlestone",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) one of several supports for a hayrick, consisting of a truncated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staddlestone",1,1,1 ], "conical stone surmounted by a flat circular stone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stadholder",1,1,1 ], "(from about 1580 to 1802)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stadholder",1,1,1 ], "the chief magistrate of the former Dutch republic or of any of its provinces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadholder",1,1,2 ], "a viceroy or governor of a province" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadia",1,1,1,1 ], "graduated staff calibrated to correspond with the distance from the observer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stadia",1,1,1,1 ], "tacheometry that makes use of a telescopic surveying instrument and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadia",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadia",1,1,2 ], "the two parallel crosshairs or stadia hairs in the eyepiece of the instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadia",1,1,2 ], "used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stadia",1,1,3 ], "the staff used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadia",2,1,1 ], "the plural of stadium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadiometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that measures the length of curves, dashes, etc|, by running a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadiometer",1,1,1 ], "toothed wheel along them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stadium",1,1,1 ], "a sports arena with tiered seats for spectators" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadium",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) a course for races, usually located between two hills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadium",1,1,2 ], "providing natural slopes for tiers of seats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stadium",1,1,3 ], "an ancient Greek measure of length equivalent to about 607 feet or 184 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadium",1,1,4 ], "(in many arthropods) the interval between two consecutive moultings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stadium",1,1,5 ], "a particular period or stage in the development of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff college",1,1,1 ], "a training centre for executive military personnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff nurse",1,1,1 ], "a qualified nurse ranking immediately below a sister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff of Aesculapius",1,1,1 ], "Association" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "staff of Aesculapius",1,1,1 ], "Royal Medical Corps, the Royal Canadian Medical Corps, and the American Medical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staff of Aesculapius",1,1,1 ], "an emblem consisting of a staff with a serpent entwined around it, used by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff officer",1,1,1 ], "a commissioned officer serving on the staff of a commander, service, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff officer",1,1,1 ], "central headquarters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staff sergeant",1,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer holding sergeant's rank and carrying out certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff sergeant",1,1,1 ], "special duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staff sergeant",1,1,2 ], "a noncommissioned officer who ranks:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff sergeant",1,1,2,1 ], "(in the Army) above sergeant and below sergeant first class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff sergeant",1,1,2,2 ], "(in the Air Force) above airman first class and below technical sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff sergeant",1,1,2,3 ], "(in the Marine Corps) above sergeant and below gunnery sergeant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 10],"a graduated rod used in surveying, esp| for sighting to with a levelling",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 10],"instrument|Usual U|S| name: rod",2). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"employed in conjunction with a clef in order to give a graphic indication of pitch",3). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"plainsong) upon which music is written|The spaces between them are also used, being",2). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"the sytem of horizontal lines grouped into sets of five (four in the case of",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"any set of five lines in this system together with its clef",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 1],"a",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 2],"a group of people employed by company, individual etc|, for executive,",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 2],"clerical, sales work, etc",2). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 3],"as modifier: a staff doctor",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 4],"from the students",2). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 4],"the body of teachers or lecturers of an educational institution, as distinct",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 5],"organization in establishing policy, plans, etc",2). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 5],"the officers appointed to assist a commander, service, or central headquarters",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 6],"a stick with some special use, such as a walking stick or an emblem of",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 6],"authority",2). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 7],"something that sustains or supports",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 8],"a pole on which a flag is hung",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 1, 9],"a pole used as a handle",1). c_DEF([ "staff" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to employ or provide with a staff",1). c_DEF([ "staff",2,1,1 ], "a mixture of plaster and hair used to cover the external surface of temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staff",2,1,1 ], "structures and for decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staffer",1,1,1 ], "a member of staff, esp|, in journalism, of editorial staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staffman",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds the levelling staff when a survey is being made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag beetle",1,1,1 ], "any lamellicorn beetle of the family Lucanidae, the males of which have large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag beetle",1,1,1 ], "branched mandibles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stag party",1,1,1 ], "a party for men only, esp| one held for a bachelor before he is married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,1 ], "the adult male of a deer, esp| a red deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,2 ], "a man unaccompanied by a woman at a social gathering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,2,1 ], "a speculator who buys heavily on a new share issue in anticipation of a rise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,2,1 ], "in its price when trading commences and thus an opportunity for quick profit on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,2,1 ], "resale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,3 ], "(of a social gathering) attended by men only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,1,4 ], "pornographic in content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stag",1,2,1 ], "without a female escort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage direction",1,1,1 ], "an instruction to an actor or director, written into the script of a play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage door",1,1,1 ], "a door at a theatre leading backstage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage effect",1,1,1 ], "a special effect created on the stage by lighting, sound, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage fright",1,1,1 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stage fright",1,1,1 ], "nervousness or panic that may beset a person about to appear in front of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage left",1,1,1 ], "the part of the stage to the left of a performer facing the audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage manager",1,1,1 ], "a person who supervises the stage arrangements of a theatrical production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage right",1,1,1 ], "the part of the stage to the right of a performer facing the audience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage whisper",1,1,1 ], "a loud whisper from one actor to another onstage intended to be heard by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage whisper",1,1,1 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stage whisper",1,1,2 ], "any loud whisper that is intended to be overheard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,1 ], "a distinct step or period of development, growth, or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,10 ], "any of the various distinct periods of growth or development in the life of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,10 ], "organism, esp| an insect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,11 ], "the organism itself at such a period of growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,12 ], "a small stratigraphical unit; a subdivision of a rock series or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,13 ], "the platform on a microscope on which the specimen is mounted for examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,14 ], "a part of a complex circuit, esp| one of a number of transistors with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,14 ], "associated elements required to amplify a signal in an amplifier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,15 ], "by or in easy stages| not hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,2 ], "a raised area or platform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,3 ], "the platform in a theatre where actors perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,4 ], "the| the theatre as a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,5 ], "any scene regarded as a setting for an event or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,6 ], "a portion of a journey or a stopping-place after such a portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,7 ], "short for stagecoach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,8 ], "a division of a bus route for which there is a fixed fare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,9 ], "it has burnt out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,1,9 ], "one of the separate propulsion units of a rocket that can be jettisoned when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,2,1 ], "to perform (a play), esp| on a stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,3,1 ], "to set the action of a play in a particular time or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,4,1 ], "to plan, organize, and carry out (an event)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage",1,5,1 ], "to travel by stagecoach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage-manage",1,1,1 ], "to work as stage manager for (a play, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage-manage",1,2,1 ], "to arrange, present, or supervise from behind the scenes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stage-struck",1,1,1 ], "infatuated with the glamour of theatrical life, esp| with the desire to act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagecoach",1,1,1 ], "a large four-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle formerly used to carry passengers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagecoach",1,1,1 ], "mail, etc|, on a regular route between towns and cities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stagecraft",1,1,1 ], "skill in or the art of writing or staging plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagehand",1,1,1 ], "a person who sets the stage, moves props, etc|, in a theatrical production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stager",1,1,1 ], "a person of experience; veteran (esp| in the phrase old stager)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stager",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for actor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagey",1,1,1 ], "stagier, stagiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagey",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling (in the U|S|) of stagy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagflation",1,1,1 ], "an inflationary economic situation characterized by a decline in industrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagflation",1,1,1 ], "output" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staggard",1,1,1 ], "a male red deer in the fourth year of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,1,1 ], "to walk or cause to walk unsteadily as if about to fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,2,1 ], "to astound or overwhelm, as with shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,3,1 ], "prevent confusion or congestion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,3,1 ], "to place or arrange in alternating or overlapping positions or time periods to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,4,1 ], "to falter or hesitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,5,1 ], "that of the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,5,1 ], "to set (the wings of a biplane) so that the leading edge of one extends beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of staggering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagger",1,6,2 ], "a staggered arrangement on a biplane, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staggerbush",1,1,1 ], "an ericaceous deciduous shrub, Lyonia mariana, of E North America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staggerbush",1,1,1 ], "white or pinkish flowers: it is poisonous to livestock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staggers",1,1,1 ], "a form of vertigo associated with decompression sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staggers",1,1,2 ], "a disease of horses and some other domestic animals characterized by a swaying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staggers",1,1,2 ], "unsteady gait, caused by infection or lesions of the central nervous system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staghound",1,1,1 ], "a breed of hound similar in appearance to the foxhound but larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staging area",1,1,1 ], "a general locality used as a checkpoint or regrouping area for military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staging area",1,1,1 ], "formations in transit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staging",1,1,1 ], "any temporary structure used in the process of building, esp| the horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staging",1,1,1 ], "platforms supported by scaffolding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stagnant",1,1,1 ], "(of water, etc|) standing still; without flow or current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagnant",1,1,2 ], "brackish and foul from standing still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagnant",1,1,3 ], "stale, sluggish, or dull from inaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagnant",1,1,4 ], "not growing or developing; static" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagnate",1,1,1 ], "to be or become stagnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagy",1,1,1 ], "stagier, stagiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stagy",1,1,2 ], "theatrical or dramatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staid",1,1,1 ], "of a settled, sedate, and steady character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staid",1,1,2 ], "permanent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,1,1 ], "to mark or discolour with patches of something that dirties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,1,2 ], "to dye with a penetrating dyestuff or pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,1,3 ], "to bring disgrace or shame on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,1,4 ], "reagent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,1,4 ], "to colour (specimens) for microscopic study by treatment with a dye or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,2,1 ], "to produce indelible marks or discoloration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,3,1 ], "a spot, mark, or discoloration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,3,2 ], "a moral taint; blemish or slur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,3,3 ], "a dye or similar reagent, used to colour specimens for microscopic study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,3,4 ], "a solution or liquid used to penetrate the surface of a material, esp| wood," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,3,4 ], "and impart a rich colour without covering up the surface or grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stain",1,3,5 ], "any dye that is made into a solution and used to colour textiles and hides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stained glass",1,1,1,1 ], "glass that has been coloured in any of various ways, as by fusing with a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stained glass",1,1,1,1 ], "of metallic oxide or burning pigment into the surface, used esp| for church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stained glass",1,1,1,1 ], "windows" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stained glass",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stainless steel",1,1,1,1 ], "a type of steel resistant to corrosion as a result of the presence of large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stainless steel",1,1,1,1 ], "amounts of chromium (12-15 per cent)| The carbon content depends on the application," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stainless steel",1,1,1,1 ], "being 0|2-0|4 per cent for steel used in cutlery, etc|, and about 1 per cent for use" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stainless steel",1,1,1,1 ], "in scalpels and razor blades" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "stainless steel",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stainless",1,1,1 ], "resistant to discoloration, esp| discoloration resulting from corrosion;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stainless",1,1,1 ], "rust-resistant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stainless",1,1,2 ], "having no blemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stainless",1,2,1 ], "stainless steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stair rod",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of rods placed in the angles between the steps of a carpeted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stair rod",1,1,1 ], "staircase, used to hold the carpet in position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stair",1,1,1 ], "one of a flight of stairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stair",1,1,2 ], "a series of steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staircase",1,1,1 ], "a flight of stairs, its supporting framework, and, usually, a handrail or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staircase",1,1,1 ], "banisters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stairhead",1,1,1 ], "the top of a flight of stairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stairs",1,1,1 ], "a flight of steps leading from one storey or level to another, esp| indoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stairs",1,1,2 ], "below stairs| Brit| in the servants' quarters; in domestic service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stairway",1,1,1 ], "a means of access consisting of stairs; staircase or flight of steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stairwell",1,1,1 ], "a vertical shaft or opening that contains a staircase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,1 ], "a stick or metal bar driven into the ground as a marker, part of a fence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,1 ], "support for a plant, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,2 ], "one of a number of vertical posts that fit into sockets around a flat truck or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,2 ], "railway wagon to hold the load in place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,3 ], "a method or the practice of executing a person by binding him to a stake in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,3 ], "the centre of a pile of wood that is then set on fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,4 ], "an administrative district consisting of a group of wards under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,4 ], "jurisdiction of a president" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,1,5 ], "pull up stakes| to leave one's home or temporary resting-place and move on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,2,1 ], "to tie, fasten, or tether with or to a stake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by out or off) to fence or surround with stakes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by out) to lay (a claim) to land, rights, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",1,2,4 ], "to support with a stake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,1 ], "gambling game or make a bet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,1 ], "the money or valuables that a player must hazard in order to buy into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,2 ], "an interest, often financial, held in something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,3 ], "the money that a player has available for gambling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,4 ], "a prize in a race, etc|, esp| one made up of contributions from contestants or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,4 ], "owners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,5 ], "a race in which all owners of competing horses contribute to the prize money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,6 ], "short for grubstake ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,1,7 ], "at stake| at risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,2,1 ], "to hazard (money, etc|) on a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stake",2,2,2 ], "to invest in or support by supplying with money, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stakeout" ,1, 1, 1],"a police surveillance of an area, house, or criminal suspect",1). c_DEF([ "stakeout" ,1, 1, 2],"an area or house kept under such surveillance",1). c_DEF([ "stakeout" ,1, 3, 1],"to keep under surveillance",1). c_DEF([ "stalactite",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical mass of calcium carbonate hanging from the roof of a limestone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalactite",1,1,1 ], "cave: formed by precipitation from continually dripping water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalag",1,1,1 ], "a German prisoner-of-war camp in World War II, esp| for enlisted men or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalag",1,1,1 ], "ranks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalagmite",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical mass of calcium carbonate projecting upwards from the floor of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalagmite",1,1,1 ], "limestone cave: formed by precipitation from continually dripping water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of food) hard, musty, or dry from being kept too long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,2 ], "(of beer, etc|) flat and tasteless from being kept open too long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,3 ], "(of air) stagnant; foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,4 ], "uninteresting from overuse; hackneyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,5 ], "no longer new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,6 ], "lacking in energy or ideas through overwork or lack of variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,7 ], "(of a claim, etc|) having lost its effectiveness or force, as by failure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,1,7 ], "act or by the lapse of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stale",1,2,1 ], "to make or become stale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",2,1,1 ], "(of livestock) to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stale",2,2,1 ], "the urine of horses or cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalemate",1,1,1 ], "a chess position in which any of a player's possible moves would place his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalemate",1,1,1 ], "king in check: in this position the game ends in a draw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalemate",1,1,2 ], "a situation in which two opposing forces find that further action is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalemate",1,1,2 ], "impossible or futile; deadlock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalemate",1,2,1 ], "to subject to a stalemate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",1,1,1 ], "the main stem of a herbaceous plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",1,1,2 ], "any of various subsidiary plant stems, such as a leafstalk (petiole) or flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",1,1,2 ], "stalk (peduncle)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",1,1,3 ], "a slender supporting structure in animals such as crinoids and certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",1,1,3 ], "protozoans, coelenterates, and barnacles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",1,1,4 ], "any long slender supporting shaft or column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",2,1,1 ], "to follow or approach (game, prey, etc|) stealthily and quietly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",2,1,2 ], "to spread over (a place) in a menacing or grim manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",2,2,1 ], "to walk in a haughty, stiff, or threatening way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",2,2,2 ], "to search or draw (a piece of land) for prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",2,3,1 ], "the act of stalking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalk",2,3,2 ], "a stiff or threatening stride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalking-horse",1,1,1 ], "a horse or an imitation one used by a hunter to hide behind while stalking his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalking-horse",1,1,1 ], "quarry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalking-horse",1,1,2 ], "something serving as a means of concealing plans; pretext" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalking-horse",1,1,3 ], "a candidate put forward by one group to divide the opposition or mask the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalking-horse",1,1,3 ], "candidacy of another person for whom the stalking-horse would then withdraw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalky",1,1,1 ], "stalkier, stalkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalky",1,1,2 ], "like a stalk; slender and tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalky",1,1,3 ], "having or abounding in stalks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,1,1 ], "a compartment in a stable or shed for confining or feeding a single animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,2 ], "a small often temporary stand or booth for the display and sale of goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,3 ], "(in a church)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,3,1 ], "one of a row of seats, usually divided from the others by armrests or a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,3,1 ], "screen, for the use of the choir or clergy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,3,2 ], "a pen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,4 ], "an instance of an engine stalling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,5 ], "a condition of an aircraft in flight in which a reduction in speed or an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,5 ], "downward plunge" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,5 ], "increase in the aircraft's angle of attack causes a sudden loss of lift resulting in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,6 ], "any small room or compartment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,6,1 ], "a seat in a theatre that resembles a chair, usually fixed to the floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,6,2 ], "pit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,6,2 ], "the area of seats on the ground floor of a theatre nearest to the orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,1,7 ], "a tubelike covering for a finger, as in a glove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,2,1 ], "the clutch or incorrect adjustment of the fuel mixture, or (of an engine or motor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a motor vehicle or its engine) to stop, usually by incorrect use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,2,1 ], "vehicle) to stop, usually for these reasons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,2,2 ], "stall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,2,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to go into a stall or (of an aircraft) to go into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,2,3 ], "to stick or cause to stick fast, as in mud or snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",1,3,1 ], "to confine (an animal) in a stall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",2,1,1 ], "to employ delaying tactics towards (someone); be evasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",2,2,1 ], "to play or fight below one's best in order to deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall",2,3,1 ], "an evasive move; pretext" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stall-feed",1,1,1 ], "fattening it for slaughter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stall-feed",1,1,1 ], "to keep and feed (an animal) in a stall, esp| as an intensive method of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalling angle",1,1,1 ], "airflow at which stalling occurs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stalling angle",1,1,1 ], "the angle between the chord line of an aerofoil and the undisturbed relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stallion",1,1,1 ], "an uncastrated male horse, esp| one used for breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalwart",1,1,1 ], "strong and sturdy; robust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalwart",1,1,2 ], "solid, dependable, and courageous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalwart",1,1,3 ], "resolute and firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stalwart",1,2,1 ], "a stalwart person, esp| a supporter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamen",1,1,1 ], "bearing an anther in which pollen is produced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stamen",1,1,1 ], "the male reproductive organ of a flower, consisting of a stalk (filament)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamina",1,1,1 ], "enduring energy, strength, and resilience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamina",2,1,1 ], "a plural of stamen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staminate",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having stamens, esp| having stamens but no carpels male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staminode",1,1,1 ], "a vestigial stamen that produces no pollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staminody",1,1,1 ], "stamens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staminody",1,1,1 ], "the development of any of various plant organs, such as petals or sepals, into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stammel",1,1,1 ], "a coarse woollen cloth in former use for undergarments, etc|, and usually dyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stammel",1,1,1 ], "red" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stammel",1,1,2 ], "the bright red colour of this cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stammer",1,1,1 ], "disorder or through fear, stress, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stammer",1,1,1 ], "to speak or say (something) in a hesitant way, esp| as a result of a speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stammer",1,2,1 ], "a speech disorder characterized by involuntary repetitions and hesitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp duty",1,1,1 ], "a tax on legal documents, publications, etc|, the payment of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp duty",1,1,1 ], "certified by the attaching or impressing of official stamps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stamp mill",1,1,1 ], "a machine for crushing ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp out",1,1,1 ], "to put out or extinguish by stamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp out",1,1,2 ], "to crush or suppress by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on) to bring (the foot) down heavily (on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,1,1 ], "ground, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,2,1 ], "to walk with heavy or noisy footsteps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,3,1 ], "to repress, extinguish, or eradicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,4,1 ], "to impress or mark (a particular device or sign) on (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,4,2 ], "to mark (something) with an official impress, seal, or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,5,1 ], "to fix or impress permanently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,6,1 ], "to affix a postage stamp to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,7,1 ], "to distinguish or reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,7,2 ], "to pound or crush (ores, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,1 ], "the act or an instance of stamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,1,2 ], "a mark applied to postage stamps for cancellation purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,2 ], "a similar piece of gummed paper used for commercial or trading purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,3 ], "a block, die, etc|, used for imprinting a design or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,4 ], "a design, device, or mark that has been stamped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,5 ], "a characteristic feature or trait; hallmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,6 ], "a piece of gummed paper or other mark applied to official documents to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,6 ], "indicate payment of a fee, validity, ownership, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,7 ], "a national insurance contribution, formerly recorded by means of a stamp on an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,7 ], "official card" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,8 ], "type or class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,9 ], "an instrument or machine for crushing or pounding ores, etc|, or the pestle in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamp",1,8,9 ], "such a device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stampede",1,1,1 ], "an impulsive headlong rush of startled cattle or horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stampede",1,1,2 ], "headlong rush of a crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stampede",1,1,3 ], "any sudden large-scale movement or other action, such as a rush of people to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stampede",1,1,3 ], "support a candidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stampede",1,2,1 ], "to run away or cause to run away in a stampede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stamping ground",1,1,1 ], "a habitual or favourite meeting or gathering place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stance",1,1,1 ], "the manner and position in which a person or animal stands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stance",1,1,2 ], "the posture assumed when about to play the ball, as in golf, cricket, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stance",1,1,3 ], "general emotional or intellectual attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanch",1,1,1 ], "to stem the flow of (a liquid, esp| blood) or (of a liquid) to stop flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanch",1,1,2 ], "to prevent the flow of a liquid, esp| blood, from (a hole, wound, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanch",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for assuage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanch",1,2,1 ], "a primitive form of lock in which boats are carried over shallow parts of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanch",1,2,1 ], "river in a rush of water released by the lock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stanchion",1,1,1 ], "any vertical pole, beam, rod, etc|, used as a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanchion",1,2,1 ], "to provide or support with a stanchion or stanchions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand by" ,1, 1, 1],"to be available and ready to act if needed or called upon",1). c_DEF([ "stand by" ,1, 2, 1],"to be present as an onlooker or without taking any action",1). c_DEF([ "stand by" ,1, 3, 1],"to be faithful to",1). c_DEF([ "stand by" ,1, 4, 1],"(of the Crown) to challenge (a juror) without needing to show cause",1). c_DEF([ "stand by" ,1, 5, 1, 1],"a person or thing that is ready for use or can be relied on in an emergency",1). c_DEF([ "stand by" ,1, 5, 2],"as modifier: stand-by provisions",1). c_DEF([ "stand down",1,1,1 ], "to resign or withdraw, esp| in favour of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand down",1,2,1 ], "to leave the witness box in a court of law after giving evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand down",1,2,2 ], "to go or be taken off duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand for",1,1,1 ], "to represent or mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand for",1,1,2 ], "to be or become a candidate for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand for",1,1,3 ], "to support or recommend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand for",1,1,4 ], "to tolerate or bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand in" ,1, 1, 1],"to act as a substitute",1). c_DEF([ "stand in" ,1, 1, 2],"stand (someone),in good stead| to be of benefit or advantage to",1). c_DEF([ "stand oil",1,1,1 ], "C: used in oil enamel paints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand oil",1,1,1 ], "a thick drying oil made by heating linseed, tung, or soya to over 300 degrees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand on",1,1,1 ], "to continue to navigate a vessel on the same heading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand on",1,1,2 ], "to insist on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand on",1,1,3 ], "stand on one's own feet| Informal| to be independent or self-reliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand out" ,1, 1, 1],"to be distinctive or conspicuous",1). c_DEF([ "stand out" ,1, 1, 2],"to refuse to agree, consent, or comply",1). c_DEF([ "stand out" ,1, 1, 3],"to protrude or project",1). c_DEF([ "stand out" ,1, 1, 4],"to navigate a vessel away from a port, harbour, anchorage, etc",1). c_DEF([ "stand over" ,1, 1, 1],"to watch closely; keep tight control over",1). c_DEF([ "stand over" ,1, 1, 2],"to postpone or be postponed",1). c_DEF([ "stand over" ,1, 2, 1],"to threaten or intimidate (a person)",1). c_DEF([ "stand over" ,1, 3, 3],"a threatening or intimidating act",1). c_DEF([ "stand over" ,1, 3, 4],"as modifier: a standover man",1). c_DEF([ "stand pat",1,1,1 ], "to refuse the right to change any of one's cards; keep one's hand unchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand pat",1,1,2 ], "to resist change or remain unchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand to",1,1,1 ], "to assume positions or cause to assume positions to resist a possible attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand to",1,1,2 ], "stand to reason| to conform with the dictates of reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 1, 1],"to rise to the feet",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 2, 1],"to resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 3, 1],"to fail to keep an appointment with, esp| intentionally",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 3, 2, 1],"to support, side with, or defend",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 3, 2, 2],"U|S| to serve as best man for (the groom) at a wedding",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 3, 2],"stand up for",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 3, 3, 1],"to confront or resist courageously",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 3, 3, 2],"to withstand or endure (wear, criticism, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "stand up" ,1, 3, 3],"stand up to",1). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to be or cause to be in an erect or upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,10 ], "(of water, etc|) to collect and remain without flowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,11 ], "(often foll| by at)(of a score, account, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,12 ], "to indicate the specified position of the parties involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,13 ], "tolerate or bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,2 ], "to rise to, assume, or maintain an upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,3 ], "to have a specified height when standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,4 ], "to be situated or located" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,5 ], "to be or exist in a specified state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,6 ], "to adopt or remain in a resolute position or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,7 ], "to be in a specified position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,8 ], "to remain in force or continue in effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,1,9 ], "to come to a stop or halt, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,2,1 ], "to resist; survive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,1 ], "to submit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,3 ], "to be or become a candidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,4 ], "to navigate in a specified direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,5 ], "(of a gun dog) to point at game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,6 ], "retreating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,6 ], "to halt, esp| to give action, repel attack, or disrupt an enemy advance when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,7 ], "(of a male domestic animal, esp| a stallion) to be available as a stud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,8 ], "to keep (type that has been set) or (of such type) to be kept, for possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,3,8 ], "use in future printings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,1 ], "to bear the cost of; pay for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,2 ], "stand a chance| to have a hope or likelihood of winning, succeeding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,3 ], "stand fast| to maintain one's position firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,4 ], "opposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,4 ], "stand one's ground| to maintain a stance or position in the face of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,5 ], "stand still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,5,1 ], "to remain motionless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,4,5,2 ], "(foll| by for)U|S| to tolerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,10 ], "a halt to give action, etc|, esp| one taken during a retreat and having some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,10 ], "duration or some success" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,11 ], "an extended period at the wicket by two batsmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,12 ], "a growth of plants in a particular area, esp| trees in a forest or a crop in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,12 ], "field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,13 ], "a stop made by a touring theatrical company, pop group, etc|, to give a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,13 ], "performance (esp| in the phrase one-night stand)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,14 ], "a plot or site earmarked for the erection of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,15 ], "(of a gun dog) the act of pointing at game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,2 ], "an opinion, esp| a resolutely held one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,3 ], "a halt or standstill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,4 ], "a place where a person or thing stands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,4,1 ], "a position on the floor of a shearing shed allocated to one shearer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,4,2 ], "the shearing equipment belonging to such a position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,5 ], "a structure, usually of wood, on which people can sit or stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,6 ], "a frame or rack on which such articles as coats and hats may be hung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,7 ], "a small table or piece of furniture where articles may be placed or stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,8 ], "a supporting framework, esp| for a tool or instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand",1,5,9 ], "a stall, booth, or counter from which goods may be sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand-off half",1,1,1 ], "a player who acts as a link between his scrum half and three-quarter backs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stand-off half",1,1,1 ], "who marks the opposing scrum half" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stand-off half",1,1,2 ], "this position in a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard candle",1,1,1 ], "another name for candela: not in scientific usage because of possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard candle",1,1,1 ], "confusion with the former international candle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard cell",1,1,1 ], "a voltaic cell producing a constant and accurately known electromotive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard cell",1,1,1 ], "that can be used to calibrate voltage-measuring instruments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard cost",1,1,1 ], "the predetermined budgeted cost of a regular manufacturing process against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard cost",1,1,1 ], "which actual costs are compared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard deviation",1,1,1 ], "a measure of dispersion obtained by extracting the square root of the mean of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard deviation",1,1,1 ], "distribution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "standard deviation",1,1,1 ], "the squared deviations of the observed values from their mean in a frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard gauge",1,1,1 ], "a railway track with a distance of 56 inches between the lines; used on most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard gauge",1,1,1 ], "railways" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard gauge",1,2,1 ], "standard-gauge or standard-gauged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard gauge",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a railway with a standard gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard of living",1,1,1 ], "a level of subsistence or material welfare of a community, class, or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard time",1,1,1 ], "Greenwich of a line of longitude passing through the area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard time",1,1,1 ], "the official local time of a region or country determined by the distance from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,1 ], "an accepted or approved example of something against which others are judged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,1 ], "or measured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,10 ], "(in coinage) the prescribed proportion by weight of precious metal and base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,10 ], "metal that each coin must contain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,11 ], "an upright pole or beam, esp| one used as a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,11,1 ], "a piece of furniture consisting of an upright pole or beam on a base or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,11,1 ], "a plant, esp| a fruit tree, that is trained so that it has an upright stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,11,1 ], "free of branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,11,1 ], "support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,11,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,12 ], "the largest petal of a papilionaceous flower, such as a sweetpea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,2 ], "a principle of propriety, honesty, and integrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,3 ], "a level of excellence or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,4 ], "any distinctive flag, device, etc|, as of a nation, sovereign, or special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,4 ], "cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,4,1 ], "any of a variety of naval or military flags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,4,2 ], "the colours of a cavalry regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,5 ], "a flag or emblem formerly used to show the central or rallying point of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,5 ], "army in battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,6 ], "a large tapering flag ending in two points, originally borne by a sovereign or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,6 ], "high-ranking noble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,7 ], "the commodity or commodities in which is stated the value of a basic monetary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,7 ], "unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,8 ], "an authorized model of a unit of measure or weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,1,9 ], "a unit of board measure equal to 1980 board feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,2,1 ], "of the usual, regularized, medium, or accepted kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,2,2 ], "of recognized authority, competence, or excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,2,3 ], "correct and acceptable by educated native speakers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,2,3 ], "denoting or characterized by idiom, vocabulary, etc|, that is regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,2,4 ], "(formerly)(of eggs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,2,5 ], "of a size that is smaller than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard",1,2,6 ], "large and larger than medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard-bearer",1,1,1 ], "an officer or man who carries a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard-bearer",1,1,2 ], "a leader of a cause or party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standard-bred",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| breed of trotting and pacing horse, used esp| for harness-racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standardize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standardize",1,2,1 ], "to test by or make a comparison with a standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standee",1,1,1 ], "a person who stands, esp| when there are no vacant seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standfast",1,1,1 ], "a fixed position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing army",1,1,1 ], "a permanent army of paid soldiers maintained by a nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing committee",1,1,1 ], "a permanent committee appointed to deal with a specified subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing order",1,1,1 ], "an instruction to a bank by a depositor to pay a stated sum at regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing order",1,1,1 ], "intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standing order",1,1,2 ], "a rule or order governing the procedure, conduct, etc|, of a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing order",1,1,3 ], "one of a number of orders which have or are likely to have long-term validity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing rigging",1,1,1 ], "ropes that support the masts of a sailing vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standing rigging",1,1,1 ], "the stays, shrouds, and other more or less fixed, though adjustable, wires and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing wave",1,1,1 ], "a wave that has unchanging amplitude at each point along its axis, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing wave",1,1,1 ], "amplitude being zero at its nodes and a maximum at its antinodes| It is produced by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standing wave",1,1,1 ], "interference between a transmitted wave and a reflected wave" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,1,1 ], "social or financial position, status, or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,1,2 ], "length of existence, experience, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,1,3 ], "used to stand in or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,2,1,1 ], "(of the start of a race)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,2,2 ], "begun from a standing position without the use of starting blocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,2,2,2 ], "(of a jump, leap, etc|) performed from a stationary position without a run-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,2,3 ], "permanent, fixed, or lasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,2,4 ], "still or stagnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standing",1,2,5 ], "(of type) set and stored for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standish",1,1,1 ], "a stand, usually of metal, for pens, ink bottles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 1, 1],"the act or an instance of standing off or apart",1). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 1, 2],"a deadlock or stalemate",1). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 1, 3],"any situation or disposition of forces that counterbalances or neutralizes",1). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 1, 4],"short for ,stand-off half",1). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 2, 2],"to navigate a vessel so as to avoid the shore, an obstruction, etc",1). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 2, 3],"to keep or cause to keep at a distance",1). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 2, 4],"to reach a deadlock or stalemate",1). c_DEF([ "standoff" ,1, 2, 5],"to dismiss (workers), esp| temporarily",1). c_DEF([ "standoffish",1,1,1 ], "reserved, haughty, or aloof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standpipe",1,1,1 ], "a vertical pipe, open at the upper end, attached to a pipeline or tank serving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standpipe",1,1,1 ], "to limit the pressure head to that of the height of the pipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "standpoint",1,1,1 ], "a physical or mental position from which things are viewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "standstill",1,1,1 ], "a complete cessation of movement; stop; halt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stane",1,1,1 ], "a Scot| spelling of stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stang",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of sting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stang",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stang",2,2,1 ], "to throb or cause to throb with pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stang",2,3,1 ], "a throbbing pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanhope",1,1,1 ], "a light one-seater carriage with two or four wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stank",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stank",2,1,1 ], "a small cofferdam, esp| one of timber made watertight with clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stank",2,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stank",2,1,3 ], "a pond or pool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stank",2,2,1 ], "to make (a stream, cofferdam, etc|) watertight, esp| with clay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stank",3,1,1 ], "a drain, as in a roadway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stank",3,1,2 ], "a draining board adjacent to a sink unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stann-",1,1,1 ], "denoting tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stannary",1,1,1 ], "a place or region where tin is mined or worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stannic sulphide",1,1,1 ], "an insoluble solid compound of tin usually existing as golden crystals or as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stannic sulphide",1,1,1 ], "yellowish-brown powder: used as a pigment| Formula: SnS2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stannic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing tin, esp| in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanniferous",1,1,1 ], "containing tin; tin-bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stannite",1,1,1 ], "a grey metallic mineral that consists of a sulphide of tin, copper, and iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stannite",1,1,1 ], "and is a source of tin| Formula: Cu2FeSnS4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stannous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing tin, esp| in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stannum",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for tin (the metal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanza",1,1,1 ], "a fixed number of verse lines arranged in a definite metrical pattern, forming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stanza",1,1,1 ], "a unit of a poem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stapelia",1,1,1 ], "Stapelia, having thick four-angled stems and large typically foetid mottled flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stapelia",1,1,1 ], "any fleshy cactus-like leafless African plant of the asclepiadaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stapes",1,1,1 ], "middle ear of mammals| Nontechnical name: stirrup bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stapes",1,1,1 ], "the stirrup-shaped bone that is the innermost of three small bones in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staphylo-",1,1,1 ], "uvula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staphylo-",1,1,2 ], "resembling a bunch of grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staphylococcus",1,1,1 ], "any spherical Gram-positive bacterium of the genus Staphylococcus, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staphylococcus",1,1,1 ], "occurring in clusters and including many pathogenic species, causing boils, infection in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staphylococcus",1,1,1 ], "wounds, and septicaemia: family Micrococcaceae|Often shortened to staph" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "staphyloplasty",1,1,1 ], "plastic surgery or surgical repair involving the soft palate or the uvula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staphylorrhaphy",1,1,1 ], "repair of a cleft palate by means of staphyloplasty and suturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",1,1,1 ], "a short length of thin wire bent into a square U-shape, used to fasten papers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",1,1,1 ], "cloth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staple",1,1,2 ], "a short length of stiff wire formed into a U-shape with pointed ends, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",1,1,2 ], "holding a hasp to a post, securing electric cables, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staple",1,2,1 ], "to secure (papers, wire, etc|) with a staple or staples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,1,1 ], "of prime importance; principal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,1,2 ], "(of a commodity) forming a predominant element in the product, consumption, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,1,2 ], "trade of a specified nation, region, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,2,1 ], "a staple commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,2,2 ], "a main constituent; integral part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,2,3 ], "a principal raw material produced or grown in a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,2,4 ], "the fibre of wool, cotton, etc|, graded as to length and degree of fineness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,2,5 ], "(in medieval Europe) a town specially appointed to be the exclusive market for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,2,5 ], "one or more major exports of the land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "staple",2,3,1 ], "to arrange or sort (wool, cotton, etc|) according to length and fineness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stapler",1,1,1 ], "a machine that inserts staples into sheets of paper, etc|, to hold them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stapler",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star connection",1,1,1 ], "a connection used in a polyphase electrical device or system of devices in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star connection",1,1,1 ], "and the other end to a separate terminal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "star connection",1,1,1 ], "which the windings each have one end connected to a common junction, the star point," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star grass",1,1,1 ], "Hypoxis, having long grasslike leaves and yellow star-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate and tropical plants of the amaryllidaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star sapphire",1,1,1 ], "a sapphire showing a starlike figure in reflected light because of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star sapphire",1,1,1 ], "crystalline structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star shell",1,1,1 ], "an artillery shell containing a flare or other illuminant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star stream",1,1,1 ], "Ara" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "star stream",1,1,1 ], "Way, appear to move in opposite directions, one towards Orion, the other towards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star stream",1,1,1 ], "one of two main streams of stars that, because of the rotation of the Milky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star thistle",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Centaurea, esp| C| calcitrapa, of Eurasia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star thistle",1,1,1 ], "which has spiny purplish flower heads: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"100,000 degrees C",4). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a celestial body, esp| a planet, supposed to influence events, personalities,",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a hot gaseous mass, such as the sun, that radiates energy, esp| as heat and",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"as radio waves and x-rays| The surface temperature can range from about 1500 to",3). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"light, usually derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior, and in some cases",2). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"another name for horoscope ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1],"any of a vast number of celestial objects that are visible in the clear night",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 1],"sky as points of light",2). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 2],"an emblem shaped like a conventionalized star, usually with five or more",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 2],"points, often used as a symbol of rank, an award, etc",2). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 3],"a small white blaze on the forehead of an animal, esp| a horse",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a distinguished or glamorous celebrity, often from the entertainment world",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 4],"any of the eight triangular facets cut in the crown of a brilliant",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 5],"another word for ,asterisk",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 6],"blow on the head, increased blood pressure, etc",2). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 6],"see stars| to see or seem to see bright moving pinpoints of light, as from a",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 1, 7],"a convict serving his first prison sentence",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 2, 1],"to mark or decorate with a star or stars",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 2, 2],"starred in Hamlet",2). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 2, 2],"to feature or be featured as a star: Greedstarred Erich von Stroheim; Olivier",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 4, 1],"star_light",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 5, 1],"the light emanating from the stars",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 6, 1],"of or like starlight",1). c_DEF([ "star" ,1, 6, 2],"illuminated by starlight",1). c_DEF([ "star-apple",1,1,1 ], "a West Indian sapotaceous tree, Chrysophyllum cainito, with smooth-skinned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star-apple",1,1,1 ], "edible greenish-purple fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star-apple",1,1,2 ], "arrangement of seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star-apple",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree which, when cut across, reveals a star-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star-crossed",1,1,1 ], "dogged by ill luck; destined to misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star-nosed mole",1,1,1 ], "an E North American amphibious mole, Condylura cristata, having a ring of pink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star-nosed mole",1,1,1 ], "fleshy tentacles around the nose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star-of-Bethlehem",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian liliaceous plant, Ornithogalum umbellatum, naturalized in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star-of-Bethlehem",1,1,1 ], "eastern U|S|, having narrow leaves and starlike white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "star-of-Bethlehem",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star-spangled",1,1,1 ], "marked or decorated with stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "star-studded",1,1,1 ], "featuring a large proportion of well-known actors or other performers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starboard",1,1,1 ], "the right side of an aeroplane or vessel when facing the nose or bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starboard",1,2,1 ], "relating to or on the starboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starboard",1,3,1 ], "to turn or be turned towards the starboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,1,1 ], "a polysaccharide composed of glucose units that occurs widely in plant tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,1,1 ], "in the form of storage granules, consisting of amylose and amylopectin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,1,2 ], "a starch obtained from potatoes and some grain: it is fine white powder that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,1,2 ], "fabric and in many industrial processes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,1,2 ], "forms a translucent viscous solution on boiling with water and is used to stiffen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,1,3 ], "any food containing a large amount of starch, such as rice and potatoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,1,4 ], "stiff or pompous formality of manner or conduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starch",1,2,1 ], "to stiffen with or soak in starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starch-reduced",1,1,1 ], "(of food, esp| bread) having the starch content reduced, as in proprietary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starch-reduced",1,1,1 ], "slimming products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starchy",1,1,1 ], "starchier, starchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starchy",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or containing starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starchy",1,1,3 ], "extremely formal, stiff, or conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starchy",1,1,4 ], "stiffened with starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stardom",1,1,1 ], "the fame and prestige of being a star in films, sport, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stardom",1,1,2 ], "the world of celebrities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stardust",1,1,1 ], "a large number of distant stars appearing to the observer as a cloud of dust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stardust",1,1,2 ], "a dreamy romantic or sentimental quality or feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stare out",1,1,1 ], "to look at (a person or animal) fixedly until his gaze is turned away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stare",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by at) to look or gaze fixedly, often with hostility or rudeness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stare",1,1,2 ], "(of an animal''s fur, bird''s feathers, etc|) to stand on end because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stare",1,1,2 ], "fear, ill health, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stare",1,1,3 ], "to stand out as obvious; glare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stare",1,1,4 ], "stare one in the face| to be glaringly obvious or imminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stare",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of staring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starfish",1,1,1 ], "any echinoderm of the class Asteroidea, such as Asterias rubens, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starfish",1,1,1 ], "central disc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "starfish",1,1,1 ], "having a flattened body covered with a flexible test and five arms radiating from a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starflower",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants with starlike flowers, esp| the star-of-Bethlehem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stargaze",1,1,1 ], "to observe the stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stargaze",1,1,2 ], "to daydream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,1,1 ], "devoid of any elaboration; blunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,1,2 ], "grim; desolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,1,3 ], "utter; absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,1,4 ], "severe; violent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,1,5 ], "rigid, as in death (esp| in the phrases stiff and stark, stark dead)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,1,6 ], "short for stark-naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,2,1 ], "completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark",1,2,2 ], "starkly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stark-naked",1,1,1 ], "completely naked| Informal word (postpositive): starkers " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starlet",1,1,1 ], "a young and inexperienced actress who is projected as a potential star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starlet",1,1,2 ], "a small star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starling",1,1,1 ], "Sturnus vulgaris, which has a blackish plumage and a short tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starling",1,1,1 ], "any gregarious passerine songbird of the Old World family Sturnidae, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starling",2,1,1 ], "an arrangement of piles that surround a pier of a bridge to protect it from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starling",2,1,1 ], "debris, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starred",1,1,1,1 ], "having luck or fortune as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starred",1,1,1,2 ], "ill-starred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starry",1,1,1 ], "rier, riest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starry",1,1,2 ], "filled, covered with, or illuminated by stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starry",1,1,3 ], "of, like, or relating to a star or stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starry-eyed",1,1,1 ], "given to naive wishes, judgments, etc|; full of unsophisticated optimism;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starry-eyed",1,1,1 ], "gullible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "start in",1,1,1 ], "to undertake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start in",1,1,2 ], "(something or doing something); commence or begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start off",1,1,1 ], "to set out on a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start off",1,1,2 ], "to be or make the first step in an activity; initiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start off",1,2,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "start off",1,2,1 ], "to cause (a person) to act or do something, such as to laugh, to tell stories," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start on",1,1,1 ], "to pick a quarrel with (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start out",1,1,1 ], "to set out on a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start out",1,1,2 ], "to take the first steps, as in life, one's career, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start out",1,1,3 ], "to take the first actions in an activity in a particular way or specified aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start up",1,1,1 ], "to come or cause to come into being for the first time; originate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start up",1,2,1 ], "to spring or jump suddenly from a position or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start up",1,2,2 ], "to set in motion, activity, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,1,1 ], "come into being, operation, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,1,1 ], "to begin or cause to begin (something or to do something); come or cause to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by on) to make or cause to make a beginning of (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,1,2 ], "process, series of actions, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,1,3 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to set or be set in motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,2,1 ], "fright; jump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,2,1 ], "to make a sudden involuntary movement of one's body, from or as if from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,3,1 ], "to spring or jump suddenly from a position or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,3,2 ], "to establish or be established; set up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,4,1 ], "to support (someone) in the first part of a venture, career, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,4,2 ], "to work or cause to work loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,4,3 ], "to enter or be entered in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,5,1 ], "to flow violently from a source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,6,1 ], "to rouse (game) from a hiding place, lair, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,6,2 ], "an archaic word for startle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,7,1 ], "to commence quarrelling or causing a disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,7,2 ], "to start with| in the first place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,1 ], "the first or first part of a series of actions or operations, a journey, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,10 ], "for a start| in the first place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,2 ], "the place or time of starting, as of a race or performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,3 ], "a signal to proceed, as in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,4 ], "a lead or advantage, either in time or distance and usually of specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,4 ], "extent, in a competitive activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,5 ], "a slight involuntary movement of the body, as through fright, surprise, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,6 ], "an opportunity to enter a career, undertake a project, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,7 ], "a surprising incident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,8 ], "a part that has come loose or been disengaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "start",1,8,9 ], "by fits and starts| spasmodically; without concerted effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,1 ], "a device for starting an internal-combustion engine, usually consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,1 ], "powerful electric motor that engages with the flywheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,2 ], "a person who organizes the timely departure of buses, trains, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,3 ], "a person who supervises and signals the start of a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,4 ], "a competitor who starts in a race or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,5 ], "an acceptable or practicable proposition, plan, idea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,6 ], "a person who is willing to engage in a particular activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,7 ], "a culture of bacteria used to start fermentation, as in making cheese or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,7 ], "bread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,8 ], "the first course of a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starter",1,1,9 ], "for starters| Slang| in the first place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starting block",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of adjustable devices with pads or blocks against which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starting block",1,1,1 ], "sprinter braces his feet in crouch starts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starting gate",1,1,1 ], "a movable barrier so placed on the starting line of a race course that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starting gate",1,1,1 ], "raising of it releases all the contestants simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starting gate",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for starting stalls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starting grid",1,1,1 ], "a marked section of the track at the start where the cars line up according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starting grid",1,1,1 ], "their times in practice, the fastest occupying the front position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starting price",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in horse racing) the latest odds offered by bookmakers at the start of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starting price",1,1,1 ], "race" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starting stalls",1,1,1 ], "a line of stalls in which horses are enclosed at the start of a race and from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starting stalls",1,1,1 ], "the front of each stall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "starting stalls",1,1,1 ], "which they are released by the simultaneous springing open of retaining barriers at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "startle",1,1,1 ], "involuntarily" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "startle",1,1,1 ], "to be or cause to be surprised or frightened, esp| so as to start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starvation",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of starving or state of being starved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starvation",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,1,1 ], "to die or cause to die from lack of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,1,2 ], "to deprive (a person or animal) or (of a person, etc|) to be deprived of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,2,1 ], "to be very hungry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by of or for) to deprive or be deprived (of something necessary), esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,2,2 ], "so as to cause suffering or malfunctioning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,3,1 ], "to bring (to) a specified condition by starving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,3,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starve",1,3,3 ], "to be or cause to be extremely cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starveling",1,1,1,1 ], "a starving or poorly fed person, animal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starveling",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starveling",1,2,1 ], "insufficient; meagre; scant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants with star-shaped flowers, esp| the stitchwort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starwort",1,1,2 ], "any of several aquatic plants of the genus Callitriche, having a star-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "starwort",1,1,2 ], "rosette of floating leaves: family Callitrichaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stash",1,1,1 ], "safekeeping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stash",1,1,1 ], "to put or store (money, valuables, etc|) in a secret place, as for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stash",1,2,1 ], "a secret store or the place where this is hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stasis",1,1,1 ], "a stagnation in the normal flow of bodily fluids, such as the blood or urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stasis",1,1,2 ], "a state or condition in which there is no action or progress; static" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stasis",1,1,2 ], "situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statant",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) in profile with all four feet on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state bank",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a commercial bank incorporated under a State charter and not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state bank",1,1,1 ], "required to be a member of the Federal Reserve System" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state capitalism",1,1,1 ], "a form of capitalism in which the state owns or controls most of the means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state capitalism",1,1,1 ], "production and other capital: often very similar to state socialism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state prayers",1,1,1 ], "at matins and evensong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state prayers",1,1,1 ], "prayers for the Sovereign, the royal family, the clergy, and Parliament said" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state school",1,1,1 ], "any school maintained by the state, in which education is free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state services",1,1,1 ], "services appointed to commemorate days of national celebration or deliverance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state services",1,1,1 ], "such as the accession of a sovereign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state socialism",1,1,1 ], "a variant of socialism in which the power of the state is employed for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state socialism",1,1,1 ], "industries, banks, etc|, coupled with economic planning and a social security system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "state socialism",1,1,1 ], "purpose of creating an egalitarian society by means of public control of major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state trooper",1,1,1 ], "a state policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,1 ], "the condition of a person, thing, etc|, with regard to main attributes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,10 ], "rival authority such as the Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,10 ], "the body politic of a particular sovereign power, esp| as contrasted with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,11 ], "a class or order; estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,12 ], "a nervous, upset, or excited condition (esp| in the phrase in a state)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,13 ], "lie in state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,14 ], "(of a body) to be placed on public view before burial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,15 ], "state of affairs| a situation; present circumstances or condition| modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,16 ], "controlled or financed by a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,17 ], "of, relating to, or concerning the State" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,18 ], "involving ceremony or concerned with a ceremonious occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,2 ], "the structure, form, or constitution of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,3 ], "any mode of existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,4 ], "position in life or society; estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,5 ], "ceremonious style, as befitting wealth or dignity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,6 ], "a sovereign political power or community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,7 ], "the territory occupied by such a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,8 ], "the sphere of power in such a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,9 ], "forming a federation under a sovereign government, as in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,1,9 ], "one of a number of areas or communities having their own governments and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,2,1 ], "to articulate in words; utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,2,2 ], "to declare formally or publicly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state",1,2,3 ], "to resolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state's evidence",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the evidence for the prosecution given on behalf of a state in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state's evidence",1,1,1 ], "criminal prosecution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state's evidence",1,1,2 ], "crime (esp| in the phrase turn state's evidence)| Brit| equivalent: queen's (or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "state's evidence",1,1,2 ], "evidence given for the state by an accomplice against his former associates in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "state's evidence",1,1,2 ], "king's)evidence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "state-of-the-art" ,1, 1, 1],"(of hi-fi equipment, recordings, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "state-of-the-art" ,1, 1, 2],"the most recent and therefore considered the best",1). c_DEF([ "state-of-the-art" ,1, 1, 3],"Hstate of warn",1). c_DEF([ "state-of-the-art" ,1, 1, 4],"a period of armed conflict between states, regardless of whether or not war",1). c_DEF([ "state-of-the-art" ,1, 1, 4],"has been officially declared",2). c_DEF([ "state-of-the-art" ,1, 1, 5],"a legal condition begun by a declaration of war and ended formally, during",1). c_DEF([ "state-of-the-art" ,1, 1, 5],"which the rules of international law applicable to warfare may be invoked",2). c_DEF([ "statecraft",1,1,1 ], "the art of conducting public affairs; statesmanship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stated",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a sum) determined by agreement; fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stated",1,1,2 ], "explicitly formulated or narrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stated",1,1,3 ], "(of an official, etc|) appointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stateless",1,1,1 ], "without nationality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stateless",1,1,2 ], "without a state or states" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stateless",1,1,3 ], "without ceremonial or dignity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stately home",1,1,1 ], "a large mansion, esp| one open to the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stately",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stately",1,1,2 ], "characterized by a graceful, dignified, and imposing appearance or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stately",1,2,1 ], "in a stately manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement of claim",1,1,1 ], "(in England) the first pleading made by the plaintiff in a High Court action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement of claim",1,1,1 ], "for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "statement of claim",1,1,1 ], "showing the facts upon which he relies in support of his claim and the relief asked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,1 ], "the act of stating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,2 ], "something that is stated, esp| a formal prepared announcement or reply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,3 ], "a declaration of matters of fact, esp| in a pleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,4 ], "amount due" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,4 ], "an account containing a summary of bills or invoices and displaying the total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,5 ], "an account prepared by a bank for each of its clients, usually at regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,5 ], "end of the period" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,5 ], "intervals, to show all credits and debits since the last account and the balance at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,6 ], "sonata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,6 ], "the presentation of a musical theme or idea, such as the subject of a fugue or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,7 ], "a computer instruction written in a source language, such as FORTRAN, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statement",1,1,7 ], "converted into one or more machine code instructions by a compiler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stater",1,1,1 ], "any of various usually silver coins of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stateroom",1,1,1 ], "a private cabin or room on a ship, train, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stateroom",1,1,2 ], "a large room in a palace or other building for use on state occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "states' rights",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the rights and powers generally conceded to the states, or all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "states' rights",1,1,1 ], "those powers claimed for the states under some interpretations of the Constitution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "states' rights",1,1,2 ], "a doctrine advocating the severe curtailment of Federal powers by such an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "states' rights",1,1,2 ], "interpretation of the Constitution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stateside",1,2,1 ], "of, in, to, or towards the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statesman",1,1,1 ], "a political leader whose wisdom, integrity, etc|, win great respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statesman",1,1,2 ], "a person active and influential in the formulation of high government policy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statesman",1,1,2 ], "such as a cabinet member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statesman",1,1,3 ], "a politician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static line",1,1,1 ], "a line attaching the pack of a parachute to an aircraft, so that the parachute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static line",1,1,1 ], "is opened when it has fallen clear of the aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "static tube",1,1,1 ], "an open-ended tube used to measure the static pressure at a point in a moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static tube",1,1,1 ], "fluid and positioned in such a way that it is unaffected by the fluid's motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,1 ], "not active or moving; stationary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,2 ], "(of a weight, force, or pressure) acting but causing no movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,3 ], "of or concerned with forces that do not produce movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,4 ], "relating to or causing stationary electric charges; electrostatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to interference in the reception of radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,5 ], "transmissions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,6 ], "of or concerned with statics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,7 ], "characteristic of or relating to a society that has reached a state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,7 ], "equilibrium so that no changes are taking place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,1,8 ], "(of a memory) not needing its contents refreshed periodically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,2,1 ], "of electrical disturbances in the reception of radio or television transmissions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,2,1 ], "random hissing or crackling or a speckled picture caused by the interference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "static",1,2,2 ], "electric sparks or crackling produced by friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statics",1,1,1 ], "equilibrium in a system of bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that produce a state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station house",1,1,1 ], "a house that is situated by or serves as a station, esp| as a police or fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station house",1,1,1 ], "station" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "station wagon",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for estate car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1 ], "stand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1 ], "the place or position at which a thing or person stands or is supposed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1,1 ], "a place along a route or line at which a bus, train, etc|, stops for fuel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1,1 ], "police or fire services" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1,1 ], "services" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1,1 ], "the headquarters or local offices of an official organization such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1,1 ], "to pick up or let off passengers or goods, esp| one with ancillary buildings and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,10 ], "a point at which a reading is made or which is used as a point of reference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,10,1 ], "one of the stations of the Cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,10,2 ], "ancient times as points of assembly for religious processions and ceremonies on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,10,2 ], "any of the churches (station churches) in Rome that have been used from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,10,2 ], "particular days (station days)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,2 ], "a building, depot, etc|, with special equipment for some particular purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,3 ], "a place of duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,3,1 ], "a location to which a ship or fleet is assigned for duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,3,2 ], "an assigned location for a member of a ship's crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,4 ], "a television channel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,5 ], "a position or standing, as in a particular society or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,6 ], "the type of one's occupation; calling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,7 ], "(in British India) a place where the British district officials or garrison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,7 ], "officers resided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,8 ], "the type of habitat occupied by a particular animal or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,1,9 ], "a large sheep or cattle farm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "station",1,2,1 ], "to place in or assign to a station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine that remains in a fixed position, esp| one in a building that drives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary engine",1,1,1 ], "generators or other machinery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stationary orbit",1,1,1 ], "a synchronous orbit lying in or approximately in the plane of the equator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary point",1,1,1 ], "a point on a curve at which the tangent is either horizontal or vertical, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary point",1,1,1 ], "as a maximum, a minimum, or a point of inflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stationary wave",1,1,1 ], "another name for standing wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary",1,1,1 ], "not moving; standing still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary",1,1,2 ], "not able to be moved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary",1,1,3 ], "showing no change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationary",1,1,4 ], "tending to remain in one place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationer",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells stationery or a shop where stationery is sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationer",1,1,2 ], "a publisher or bookseller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationery",1,1,1 ], "any writing materials, such as paper, envelopes, pens, ink, rulers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stationmaster",1,1,1 ], "the senior official in charge of a railway station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stations of the Cross",1,1,1 ], "Christ's journey to Calvary" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stations of the Cross",1,1,1 ], "a series of 14 crosses, often accompanied by 14 pictures or carvings, arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stations of the Cross",1,1,1 ], "in order around the walls of a church, to commemorate 14 supposed stages in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stations of the Cross",1,1,2 ], "a devotion consisting of 14 prayers relating to each of these stages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statism",1,1,1 ], "state, resulting in a weak position for the individual or community with respect to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statism",1,1,1 ], "the government" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "statism",1,1,1 ], "the theory or practice of concentrating economic and political power in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statist",1,1,1 ], "an advocate of statism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statist",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for a statistician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statist",1,1,3 ], "a politician or statesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statist",1,2,1 ], "of, characteristic of, advocating, or relating to statism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statistic",1,1,1 ], "a datum capable of exact numerical representation, such as the correlation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statistic",1,1,1 ], "coefficient of two series or the standard deviation of a sample" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statistical mechanics",1,1,1 ], "statistical behaviour of their constituent particles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statistical mechanics",1,1,1 ], "the study of the properties of physical systems as predicted by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statistics",1,1,1 ], "a science concerned with the collection, classification, and interpretation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statistics",1,1,1 ], "estimation of population parameters" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "statistics",1,1,1 ], "quantitative data and with the application of probability theory to the analysis and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statistics",1,1,2 ], "the quantitative data themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stative",1,1,1 ], "denoting a verb describing a state rather than an activity, act, or event," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stative",1,1,1 ], "such as know and want as opposed to leave and throw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stative",1,2,1 ], "a stative verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statoblast",1,1,1 ], "adverse conditions and that gives rise to a new colony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statoblast",1,1,1 ], "an encapsulated bud produced asexually by certain bryozoans that can survive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statocyst",1,1,1 ], "an organ of balance in some invertebrates, such as crustaceans, that consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statocyst",1,1,1 ], "of a sensory vesicle containing small granules (see statolith)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statolatry",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of idolizing the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statolith",1,1,1 ], "any of the granules of calcium carbonate occurring in a statocyst: movement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statolith",1,1,1 ], "convey the information to the brain by nerve fibres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "statolith",1,1,1 ], "statoliths, caused by a change in position of the animal, stimulates hair cells, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statolith",1,1,2 ], "any of various movable inclusions, such as starch grains, that occur in plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statolith",1,1,2 ], "cells and are thought to function in geotropic responses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stator",1,1,1 ], "generator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stator",1,1,1 ], "the stationary part of a rotary machine or device, esp| of a motor or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stator",1,1,2 ], "a system of nonrotating radially arranged parts within a rotating assembly," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stator",1,1,2 ], "esp| the fixed blades of an axial flow compressor in a gas turbine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statoscope",1,1,1 ], "a very sensitive form of aneroid barometer used to detect and measure small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statoscope",1,1,1 ], "changes in altitude" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "statoscope",1,1,1 ], "variations in atmospheric pressure, such as one used in an aircraft to indicate small" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statuary",1,1,1 ], "statues collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statuary",1,1,2 ], "the art of making statues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statuary",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or suitable for statues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statue",1,1,1 ], "a wooden, stone, metal, plaster, or other kind of sculpture of a human or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statue",1,1,1 ], "animal figure, usually life-size or larger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statued",1,1,1 ], "decorated with or portrayed in a statue or statues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statuesque",1,1,1 ], "like a statue, esp| in possessing great formal beauty or dignity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statuette",1,1,1 ], "a small statue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stature",1,1,1 ], "the height of something, esp| a person or animal when standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stature",1,1,2 ], "the degree of development of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stature",1,1,3 ], "intellectual or moral greatness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "status quo",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the) the existing state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "status symbol",1,1,1 ], "a possession which is regarded as proof of the owner's social position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "status symbol",1,1,1 ], "wealth, prestige, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "status",1,1,1 ], "a social or professional position, condition, or standing to which varying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "status",1,1,1 ], "degrees of responsibility, privilege, and esteem are attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "status",1,1,2 ], "the relative position or standing of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "status",1,1,3 ], "a high position or standing; prestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "status",1,1,4 ], "the legal standing or condition of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "status",1,1,5 ], "a state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statutable",1,1,1 ], "a variant of statutory 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute book",1,1,1 ], "a register of enactments passed by the legislative body of a state, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute book",1,1,1 ], "made up of a series of volumes that form a complete official record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statute law",1,1,1 ], "a law enacted by a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute law",1,1,2 ], "a particular example of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute mile",1,1,1 ], "a legal or formal name for mile ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute of limitations",1,1,1 ], "a legislative enactment prescribing the period of time within which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute of limitations",1,1,1 ], "proceedings must be instituted to enforce a right or bring an action at law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statute",1,1,1,1 ], "an enactment of a legislative body expressed in a formal document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute",1,1,1,2 ], "this document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute",1,1,2 ], "a permanent rule made by a body or institution for the government of its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statute",1,1,2 ], "internal affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statutory declaration",1,1,1 ], "a declaration made under statutory authority before a justice of the peace or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statutory declaration",1,1,1 ], "commissioner for oaths which may in certain cases be substituted for a statement on oath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statutory rape",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) the criminal offence of having sexual intercourse with a girl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statutory rape",1,1,1 ], "who has not reached the age of consent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "statutory",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having the nature of a statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statutory",1,1,2 ], "prescribed or authorized by statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statutory",1,1,3 ], "(of an offence, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statutory",1,1,3,1 ], "recognized by statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "statutory",1,1,3,2 ], "subject to a punishment or penalty prescribed by statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stat|",1,1,1 ], "(in prescriptions) immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stat|",1,1,2 ], "stationary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stat|",1,1,3 ], "statue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stat|",1,1,4 ], "statutary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stat|",1,1,5 ], "statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staunch",1,1,1 ], "loyal, firm, and dependable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staunch",1,1,2 ], "solid or substantial in construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staunch",1,1,3 ], "(of a ship, etc|) watertight seaworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staunch",2,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of stanch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staurolite",1,1,1 ], "a brown glassy mineral consisting of iron aluminium silicate in the form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staurolite",1,1,1 ], "prismatic crystals: used as a gemstone| Formula: FeAl4Si2O10(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stauroscope",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument for studying the crystal structure of minerals under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stauroscope",1,1,1 ], "polarized light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stave off",1,1,1 ], "to avert or hold off (something undesirable or harmful), esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 1],"any one of a number of long strips of wood joined together to form a barrel,",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 1],"bucket, boat hull, etc",2). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various bars, slats, or rods, usually of wood, such as a rung of a",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 2],"ladder or a crosspiece bracing the legs of a chair",2). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 3],"any stick, staff, etc",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 4],"a stanza or verse of a poem",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"another word for ,staff'1 ,1,9",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 1, 5],"an individual group of five lines and four spaces used in staff notation",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 2, 1],"(of the staves of a boat) to be broken or crushed",2). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 2, 1],"(often foll| by in) to break or crush (the staves of a boat, barrel, etc|) or",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 2, 3],"to burst or force (a hole in something)",1). c_DEF([ "stave" ,1, 2, 4],"to provide (a ladder, chair, etc|) with a stave or staves",1). c_DEF([ "staves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of staff or stave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stavesacre",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian ranunculaceous plant, Delphinium staphisagria, having purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stavesacre",1,1,1 ], "flowers and poisonous seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stavesacre",1,1,2 ], "the seeds of this plant, which have strong emetic and cathartic properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay out",1,1,1 ], "to remain away from home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay out",1,2,1 ], "to remain beyond the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay out",1,3,1 ], "to remain throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay stitching",1,1,1 ], "a line of stitches made in the seam allowance to prevent the edges from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay stitching",1,1,1 ], "stretching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,1,1 ], "to continue or remain in a certain place, position, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,1,2 ], "to continue to be; remain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,10,1 ], "to raise one's stakes enough to stay in a round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,11,1 ], "to hold back or restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,12,1 ], "to satisfy or appease (an appetite, etc|) temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,13,1 ], "to quell or suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,14,1 ], "to stand firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,14,2 ], "stay put" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,15,1 ], "stays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,15,1 ], "the act of staying or sojourning in a place or the period during which one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,15,2 ], "the act of stopping or restraining or state of being stopped, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,15,3 ], "the suspension of a judicial proceeding, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,2,1 ], "to reside temporarily, esp| as a guest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,3,1 ], "to remain for a specified period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,4,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,4,2 ], "to reside permanently or habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,4,3 ], "to stop or cause to stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,5,1 ], "to wait, pause, or tarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,6,1 ], "to delay or hinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,7,1,1 ], "to discontinue or suspend (a judicial proceeding)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,7,1,2 ], "to hold in abeyance or restrain from enforcing (an order, decree, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,7,2 ], "to endure (something testing or difficult, such as a race)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,8,1 ], "to reside permanently or normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",1,9,1 ], "to keep pace (with a competitor in a race, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",2,1,1 ], "anything that supports or steadies, such as a prop or buttress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",2,1,2 ], "a thin strip of metal, plastic, bone, etc|, used to stiffen corsets, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",2,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to prop or hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",2,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to comfort or sustain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",2,2,3 ], "(foll| by on or upon) to cause to rely or depend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",3,1,1 ], "a rope, cable, or chain, usually one of a set, used for bracing uprights, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay",3,1,1 ], "as masts, funnels, flagpoles, chimneys, etc|; guy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stay-at-home",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) enjoying a quiet, settled, and unadventurous use of leisure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stay-at-home",1,2,1 ], "a stay-at-home person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stayer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that stays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stayer",1,1,2 ], "a persistent or tenacious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staying power",1,1,1 ], "endurance; stamina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stays",1,1,1 ], "corsets with bones in them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stays",1,1,2 ], "a position of a sailing vessel relative to the wind so that the sails are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stays",1,1,2 ], "luffing or aback" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stays",1,1,3 ], "miss stays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stays",1,1,4 ], "to fail to come about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staysail",1,1,1 ], "an auxiliary sail, often triangular, set to catch the wind, as between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "staysail",1,1,1 ], "masts of a yawl (mizzen staysail), aft of a spinnaker (spinnaker staysail), etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sta|",1,1,1 ], "station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sta|",1,1,2 ], "stationary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stbd|",1,1,1 ], "starboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "std|",1,1,1 ], "standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stead",1,1,1 ], "(preceded by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stead",1,1,2 ], "the place, function, or position that should be taken by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stead",1,1,3 ], "stand in good stead| to be useful or of good service to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stead",1,1,4 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stead",1,2,1 ], "to help or benefit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steadfast",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a person''s gaze) fixed in intensity or direction; steady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steadfast",1,1,2 ], "unwavering or determined in purpose, loyalty, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady state",1,1,1 ], "independent of time but not necessarily in thermodynamic or chemical equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steady state",1,1,1 ], "the condition of a system when some or all of the quantities describing it are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,1,1 ], "not able to be moved or disturbed easily; stable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,1,2 ], "free from fluctuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,1,3 ], "not easily excited; imperturbable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,1,4 ], "staid; sober" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,1,5 ], "regular; habitual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,1,6 ], "continuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,1,7 ], "(of a vessel) keeping upright, as in heavy seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,2,1 ], "to make or become steady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,3,1 ], "in a steady manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,3,2 ], "go steady| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,3,3 ], "to date one person regularly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,4,1 ], "one's regular boyfriend or girlfriend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,5,1 ], "an order to the helmsman to stay on a steady course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,5,2 ], "a warning to keep calm, be careful, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady",1,5,3 ], "a command to get set to start, as in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady-state theory",1,1,1 ], "a cosmological theory postulating that the universe exits throughout time in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steady-state theory",1,1,1 ], "galaxies of the expanding universe" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "steady-state theory",1,1,1 ], "steady state such that the average density of matter does not vary with distance or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steady-state theory",1,1,1 ], "time| Matter is continuously created in the space left by the receding stars and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steak tartare",1,1,1 ], "raw minced steak, mixed with onion, seasonings, and raw egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steak",1,1,1 ], "any of various cuts of beef of varying quality, used for braising, stewing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steak",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steak",1,1,2 ], "a thick slice of pork, veal, etc|, or of a large fish, esp| cod or salmon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steak",1,1,3 ], "minced meat prepared in the same way as steak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steakhouse",1,1,1 ], "a restaurant that has steaks as its speciality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,1,1 ], "esp| in a secret manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,1,1 ], "to take (something) from (someone, etc|) without permission or unlawfully," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,2,1 ], "to obtain surreptitiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,3,1 ], "to appropriate (ideas, etc|) without acknowledgment, as in plagiarism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,3,2 ], "to move or convey stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,4,1 ], "to pass unnoticed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,5,1 ], "to win or gain by strategy or luck, as in various sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,5,2 ], "steal a march on| to obtain an advantage over, esp| by a trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,5,3 ], "steal someone's thunder| to detract from the attention due to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,5,4 ], "steal the show| to be looked upon as the most interesting, popular, etc|, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,5,4 ], "unexpectedly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,6,1 ], "the act of stealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steal",1,6,2 ], "something stolen or acquired easily or at little cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stealth",1,1,1 ], "as to avoid detection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stealth",1,1,1 ], "the act or characteristic of moving with extreme care and quietness, esp| so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stealth",1,1,2 ], "cunning or underhand procedure or dealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stealth",1,1,3 ], "the act of stealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stealthy",1,1,1 ], "stealthier, stealthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stealthy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by great caution, secrecy, etc|; furtive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam bath",1,1,1 ], "a room or enclosure that can be filled with steam in which people bathe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam bath",1,1,1 ], "induce sweating and refresh or cleanse themselves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam bath",1,1,2 ], "an act of taking such a bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam bath",1,1,3 ], "an enclosure through which steam can be passed continuously, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam bath",1,1,3 ], "laboratories for sterilizing equipment, maintaining a constant temperature, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam iron",1,1,1 ], "an electric iron that emits steam from channels in the iron face to facilitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam iron",1,1,1 ], "contained within the iron" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steam iron",1,1,1 ], "the pressing and ironing of clothes, etc|, the steam being produced from water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam jacket",1,1,1 ], "a jacket containing steam that surrounds and heats a cylinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam organ",1,1,1 ], "a type of organ powered by steam, once common at fairgrounds, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam organ",1,1,1 ], "pipes are sounded either by a keyboard or in a sequence determined by a moving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam organ",1,1,1 ], "punched card| U|S| name: calliope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steam point",1,1,1 ], "atmosphere (1|01325 X 10%5 N/m%2)| It has the value of 100 degrees on the Celsius scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature at which the maximum vapour pressure of water is equal to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam room",1,1,1 ], "a room that can be filled with steam for use as a steam bath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam turbine",1,1,1 ], "a turbine driven by steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam up",1,1,1 ], "of condensed steam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam up",1,1,1 ], "to cover (windows, etc|) or (of windows, etc|) to become covered with a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam up",1,2,1 ], "to excite or make angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam whistle",1,1,1 ], "a type of whistle sounded by a blast of steam, as used formerly in factories," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam whistle",1,1,1 ], "on locomotives, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,1 ], "the gas or vapour into which water is changed when boiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,2 ], "the mist formed when such gas or vapour condenses in the atmosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,3 ], "any vaporous exhalation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,4 ], "power, energy, or speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,5 ], "get up steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,5,1 ], "(of a ship, etc|) to work up a sufficient head of steam in a boiler to drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,5,1 ], "an engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,5,2 ], "Informal| to go quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,6 ], "angry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,6 ], "let off steam| Informal| to release pent-up energy, feelings, etc|, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,7 ], "under one's own steam| without the assistance of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,8 ], "driven, operated, heated, powered, etc|, by steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,1,9 ], "treated by steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,2,1 ], "to emit or be emitted as steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,3,1 ], "to generate steam, as a boiler, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,4,1 ], "to move or travel by steam power, as a ship, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,5,1 ], "to proceed quickly and sometimes forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,5,2 ], "to cook or be cooked in steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam",1,6,1 ], "to treat with steam or apply steam to, as in cleaning, pressing clothes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam-boiler",1,1,1 ], "a vessel in which water is boiled to generate steam| An industrial boiler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam-boiler",1,1,1 ], "above a furnace" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steam-boiler",1,1,1 ], "usually consists of a system of parallel tubes through which water passes, suspended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam-chest",1,1,1 ], "a chamber that encloses the slide valve of a steam engine and forms a manifold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam-chest",1,1,1 ], "for the steam supply to the valve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam-engine",1,1,1 ], "an engine that uses the thermal energy of steam to produce mechanical work," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steam-engine",1,1,1 ], "esp| one in which steam from a boiler is expanded in a cylinder to drive a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam-engine",1,1,1 ], "reciprocating piston" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steam-shovel",1,1,1 ], "a beam slung from a revolving jib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steam-shovel",1,1,1 ], "a steam-driven mechanical excavator, esp| one having a large bucket or grab on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamboat",1,1,1 ], "a boat powered by a steam engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamer",1,1,1 ], "a boat or ship driven by steam engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamer",1,1,2 ], "an apparatus for steaming wooden beams and planks to make them pliable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamer",1,1,2 ], "shipbuilding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steamer",1,1,3 ], "a vessel used to cook food by steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamie",1,1,1 ], "urban dialect| a public wash house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamroller",1,1,1,1 ], "a steam-powered vehicle with heavy rollers at the front and rear used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamroller",1,1,1,1 ], "an overpowering force or a person with such force that overcomes all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamroller",1,1,1,1 ], "compressing road surfaces during road-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steamroller",1,1,1,1 ], "opposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steamroller",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for roadroller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamroller",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamroller",1,2,1 ], "to crush (opposition, etc|) by overpowering force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamship",1,1,1 ], "a ship powered by one or more steam engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamtight",1,1,1 ], "(of joints, cylinders, etc|) being sealed in such a way that steam cannot leak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamtight",1,1,1 ], "out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steamy",1,1,1 ], "steamier, steamiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamy",1,1,2 ], "of, resembling, full of, or covered with steam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steamy",1,1,3 ], "lustful or erotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steapsin",1,1,1 ], "a pancreatic lipase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of stearic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless insoluble waxy carboxylic acid used for making candles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearic acid",1,1,1 ], "and suppositories; octadecanoic acid| Formula: CH3(CH\2)16COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stearic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to suet or fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearic",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, containing, or derived from stearic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearin",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (C\1\7H\3\5COO)3C3H5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stearin",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline ester of glycerol and stearic acid, present in fats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearin",1,1,1 ], "and used in soap and candles; glycerol tristearate; glycerol trioctadecanoate|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stearin",1,1,2 ], "acids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stearin",1,1,2 ], "another name for stearic acid, esp| a commercial grade containing other fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearin",1,1,3 ], "fat in its solid form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stearoptene",1,1,1 ], "standing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stearoptene",1,1,1 ], "the part of an essential oil that separates out as a solid on cooling or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steatite",1,1,1 ], "another name for soapstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steato-",1,1,1 ], "denoting fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steatolysis",1,1,1 ], "acids and glycerin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steatolysis",1,1,1 ], "the digestive process whereby fats are emulsified and then hydrolysed to fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steatolysis",1,1,2 ], "the breaking down of fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steatopygia",1,1,1 ], "excessive fatness of the buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steatorrhoea",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the stools are abnormally fatty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steatorrhoea",1,1,2 ], "another word for seborrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stedfast",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of steadfast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steed",1,1,1 ], "a horse, esp| one that is spirited or swift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel band",1,1,1 ], "a type of instrumental band, popular in the Caribbean Islands, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel band",1,1,1 ], "hammered or embossed to obtain different notes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steel band",1,1,1 ], "mainly of tuned percussion instruments made chiefly from the heads of oildrums," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steel blue",1,2,1,1 ], "a dark bluish-grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel blue",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel engraving",1,1,1,1 ], "a method or art of engraving (letters, etc|) on a steel plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel engraving",1,1,1,2 ], "a print made from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel grey",1,2,1,1 ], "a dark grey colour, usually slightly purple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel grey",1,2,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel guitar",1,1,1 ], "another name for Hawaiian guitar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel wool",1,1,1 ], "a tangled or woven mass of fine steel fibres, used for cleaning or polishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys based on iron containing carbon (usually 0|1-1|7 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,1,1 ], "cent) and often small quantities of other elements such as phosphorus, sulphur," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,1,1 ], "machinability, malleability, etc|, depending on their composition and the way they have been" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,1,1 ], "manganese, chromium, and nickel| Steels exhibit a variety of properties, such as strength," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,1,1 ], "treated" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,2 ], "something that is made of steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,3 ], "a steel stiffener in a corset, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,4 ], "a ridged steel rod with a handle used for sharpening knives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,5 ], "attitudes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,5 ], "the quality of hardness, esp| with regard to a person's character or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,6 ], "the quotation for steel shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,1,7 ], "resembling steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,2,1 ], "to fit, plate, edge, or point with steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel",1,2,2 ], "to make hard and unfeeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steel-die printing",1,1,1 ], "any form of intaglio printing, such as engraving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steelhead",1,1,1 ], "a silvery North Pacific variety of the rainbow trout (Salmo gairdneri)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steels",1,1,1 ], "shares and bonds of steel companies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steelwork",1,1,1 ], "a frame, foundation, building, or article made of steel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steelworks",1,1,1 ], "a plant in which steel is made from iron ore and rolled or forged into blooms," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steelworks",1,1,1 ], "billets, bars, or sheets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steelyard",1,1,1 ], "a portable balance consisting of a pivoted bar with two unequal arms| The load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steelyard",1,1,1 ], "adding weights to the shorter one" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "steelyard",1,1,1 ], "is suspended from the longer one and the bar is returned to the horizontal by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steenbok",1,1,1 ], "another name for steinbok" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",1,1,1,1 ], "having or being a slope or gradient approaching the perpendicular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",1,1,1,2 ], "the steep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",1,1,2 ], "(of a fee, price, demand, etc|) unduly high unreasonable (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",1,1,2 ], "that's a bit steep)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steep",1,1,3 ], "excessively demanding or ambitious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",1,1,4 ], "(of a statement) extreme or far-fetched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",1,1,5 ], "elevated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",2,1,1 ], "element, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steep",2,1,1 ], "to soak or be soaked in a liquid in order to soften, cleanse, extract an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",2,2,1 ], "to saturate; imbue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",2,3,1 ], "an instance or the process of steeping or the condition of being steeped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steep",2,3,2 ], "a liquid or solution used for the purpose of steeping something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steepen",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become steep or steeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeple",1,1,1 ], "a tall ornamental tower that forms the superstructure of a church, temple," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeple",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steeple",1,1,2 ], "such a tower with the spire above it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeple",1,1,3 ], "any spire or pointed structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplebush",1,1,1 ], "another name for hardhack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,1,1 ], "a horse race over a course equipped with obstacles to be jumped, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,1,1 ], "artificial hedges, ditches, water jumps, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,1,2 ], "a track race, usually of 3000 metres, in which the runners have to leap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,1,2 ], "hurdles, a water jump, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,1,2,1 ], "a horse race across a stretch of open countryside including obstacles to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,1,2,1 ], "jumped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,1,2,2 ], "a rare word for point-to-point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplechase",1,2,1 ], "to take part in a steeplechase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplejack",1,1,1 ], "a person trained and skilled in the construction and repair of steeples," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeplejack",1,1,1 ], "chimneys, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steer",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steer",1,1,1 ], "to direct the course of (a vehicle or vessel) with a steering wheel, rudder," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steer",1,2,1 ], "to guide with tuition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steer",1,3,1 ], "to direct the movements or course of (a person, conversation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steer",1,3,2 ], "to pursue (a specified course)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steer",1,4,1 ], "(of a vessel, vehicle, etc|) to admit of being guided in a specified fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steer",1,4,2 ], "steer clear of| to keep away from; shun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steer",2,1,1 ], "a castrated male ox or bull; bullock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steerage",1,1,1 ], "containing the steering apparatus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steerage",1,1,1 ], "the cheapest accommodation on a passenger ship, originally the compartments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steerage",1,1,2 ], "an instance or the practice of steering and the effect of this on a vessel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steerage",1,1,2 ], "vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steerageway",1,1,1 ], "enough forward movement to allow a vessel to be steered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steering committee",1,1,1 ], "a committee set up to prepare and arrange topics to be discussed, the order of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steering committee",1,1,1 ], "business, etc|, for a legislative assembly or other body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steering gear",1,1,1 ], "any mechanism used for steering a vehicle, ship, aircraft, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steering wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel turned by the driver of a motor vehicle, ship, etc|, when he wishes to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steering wheel",1,1,1 ], "change direction| It is connected to the front wheels, rudder, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steersman",1,1,1 ], "the helmsman of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeve",1,1,1 ], "a spar having a pulley block at one end, used for stowing cargo on a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeve",1,2,1 ], "to stow (cargo) securely in the hold of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeve",2,1,1 ], "to incline (a bowsprit or other spar) upwards or (of a bowsprit) to incline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steeve",2,1,1 ], "upwards at an angle from the horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steeve",2,2,1 ], "such an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stegodon",1,1,1 ], "any proboscidean mammal of the genus Stegodon, of Pliocene to Pleistocene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stegodon",1,1,1 ], "times, similar to the mastodons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stegomyia",1,1,1 ], "a former name for aedes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stegosaur",1,1,1 ], "Stegosauria, esp| any of the genus Stegosaurus, of Jurassic and early Cretaceous times," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stegosaur",1,1,1 ], "any quadrupedal herbivorous ornithischian dinosaur of the suborder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stegosaur",1,1,1 ], "having an armour of bony plates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stein",1,1,1 ], "an earthenware beer mug, esp| of a German design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stein",1,1,2 ], "the quantity contained in such a mug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steinbok",1,1,1 ], "a small antelope, Raphicercus campestris, of central and southern Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steinbok",1,1,1 ], "having a reddish-brown coat and straight smooth horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steinbok",1,1,2 ], "another name for ibex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stele",1,1,1 ], "an upright stone slab or column decorated with figures or inscriptions, common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stele",1,1,1 ], "in prehistoric times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stele",1,1,2 ], "a prepared vertical surface that has a commemorative inscription or design," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stele",1,1,2 ], "esp| one on the face of a building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stele",1,1,3 ], "of a cylinder, principally containing xylem, phloem, and pericycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stele",1,1,3 ], "the conducting tissue of the stems and roots of plants, which is in the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stellar",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, involving, or resembling a star or stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stellar",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to star entertainers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stellarator",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus used in research into thermonuclear reactions, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stellarator",1,1,1 ], "field" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stellarator",1,1,1 ], "toroidal vessel designed so that a plasma may be contained within it by a magnetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stellate",1,1,1 ], "resembling a star in shape; radiating from the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stelliferous",1,1,1 ], "full of stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stelliform",1,1,1 ], "star-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stellify",1,1,1 ], "to change or be changed into a star" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stellular",1,1,1 ], "displaying or abounding in small stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stellular",1,1,2 ], "resembling a little star or little stars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem cell",1,1,1 ], "an undifferentiated cell that gives rise to specialized cells, such as blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem cell",1,1,1 ], "cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stem turn",1,1,1 ], "a turn in which the heel of one ski is forced outwards from the direction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem turn",1,1,1 ], "movement and the other ski is brought parallel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 10],"minim",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 10],"the main, usually vertical, stroke of a letter or of a musical note such as a",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"the main upright timber or structure at the bow of a vessel",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"the very forward end of a vessel (esp| in the phrase from stem to stern)",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 11],"electronic valve, on which the filament or electrodes are mounted",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 11],"the tubular glass section projecting from the base of a light bulb or",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 1],"and contains a hollow cylinder of vascular tissue",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 1],"the main axis of a plant, which bears the leaves, axillary buds, and flowers",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 1],"to be derived; originate",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar subsidiary structure in such plants that bears a flower, fruit, or",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 2],"leaf",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 2],"to make headway against (a tide, wind, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 3],"a corresponding structure in algae and fungi",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 3],"to remove or disengage the stem or stems from",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 4],"any long slender part, such as the hollow part of a tobacco pipe that lies",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 4],"between the bit and the bowl, or the support between the base and the bowl of a",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 4],"to supply (something) with a stem or stems",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 4],"wineglass, goblet, etc",3). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 5],"a banana stalk with several bunches attached",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 6],"the main line of descent or branch of a family",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 7],"a round pin in some locks on which a socket in the end of a key fits and about",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 7],"which it rotates",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 8],"any shank or cylindrical pin or rod, such as the pin that carries the winding",1). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 8],"knob on a watch",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 9],"root of a word, esp| as occurring together with a thematic element",2). c_DEF([ "stem" ,1, 1, 9],"the form of a word that remains after removal of all inflectional affixes; the",1). c_DEF([ "stem",2,1,1 ], "to restrain or stop (the flow of something) by or as if by damming up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem",2,2,1 ], "to pack tightly or stop up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem",2,2,2 ], "to manoeuvre (a ski or skis), as in performing a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem",2,3,1 ], "a technique in which the heel of one ski or both skis is forced outwards from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem",2,3,1 ], "the direction of movement in order to slow down or turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stem-winder",1,1,1 ], "a watch wound by an expanded crown on the bar projecting outside the case, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stem-winder",1,1,1 ], "opposed to one wound by a separate key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stemhead",1,1,1 ], "the head of the stem of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stemma",1,1,1 ], "a family tree; pedigree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stemmed",1,1,1,1 ], "having a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stemmed",1,1,1,2 ], "a thin-stemmed plant; a long-stemmed glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stemmed",1,1,2 ], "having had the stem or stems removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stemson",1,1,1 ], "a curved timber scarfed into or bolted to the stem and keelson at the bow of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stemson",1,1,1 ], "wooden vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stemware",1,1,1 ], "a collective term for glasses, goblets, etc|, with stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stench trap",1,1,1 ], "a trap in a sewer that prevents the passage of foul-smelling gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stench",1,1,1 ], "a strong and extremely offensive odour; stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stencil",1,1,1 ], "a device for applying a design, characters, etc|, to a surface, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stencil",1,1,1 ], "a thin sheet of plastic, metal, cardboard, etc| in which the design or characters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stencil",1,1,1 ], "have been cut so that ink or paint can be applied through the incisions onto the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stencil",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "stencil",1,1,2 ], "a decoration, design, or characters produced in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stencil",1,2,1 ], "to mark (a surface) with a stencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stencil",1,2,2 ], "to produce (characters or a design) with a stencil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steno",1,1,1 ], "short for stenographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steno-",1,1,1 ], "indicating narrowness or contraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenograph",1,1,1 ], "any of various keyboard machines for writing in shorthand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenograph",1,1,2 ], "any character used in shorthand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenograph",1,2,1 ], "to record (speeches, minutes, letters, etc|) in shorthand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenographer",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for shorthand typist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenography",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of writing in shorthand by hand or machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenography",1,1,2 ], "matter written in shorthand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenohaline",1,1,1 ], "(of certain aquatic animals) able to exist only within a narrow range of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenohaline",1,1,1 ], "salinity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stenopetalous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers) having narrow petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenophagous",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) feeding on a single type or limited variety of food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenophyllous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having narrow leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenosis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenothermal",1,1,1 ], "(of animals or plants) able to exist only within a narrow range of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenothermal",1,1,1 ], "temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stenotropic",1,1,1 ], "(of a species, or group, etc|) able to tolerate only a narrow range of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenotropic",1,1,1 ], "environmental changes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stenotypy",1,1,1 ], "a form of shorthand in which alphabetic combinations are used to represent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stenotypy",1,1,1 ], "groups of sounds or short common words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stentor",1,1,1 ], "a person with an unusually loud voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stentor",1,1,2 ], "any trumpet-shaped protozoan of the genus Stentor, having a ciliated spiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stentor",1,1,2 ], "feeding funnel at the wider end: class Ciliata (ciliates)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stentorian",1,1,1 ], "(of the voice, etc|) uncommonly loud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step dance",1,1,1 ], "a dance in which a display of steps is more important than gesture or posture," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step dance",1,1,1 ], "esp| a solo dance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "step down" ,1, 1, 1],"step-down",1). c_DEF([ "step down" ,1, 1, 1],"to reduce gradually",1). c_DEF([ "step down" ,1, 1, 2],"a decrease in quantity or size",1). c_DEF([ "step down" ,1, 2, 1],"to resign or abdicate (from a position)",1). c_DEF([ "step down" ,1, 3, 1],"to assume an inferior or less senior position",1). c_DEF([ "step in" ,1, 1, 2],"to intervene or involve oneself, esp| dramatically or at a senior level",1). c_DEF([ "step in" ,1, 2, 1],"(of garments, etc|) put on by being stepped into; without fastenings",1). c_DEF([ "step in" ,1, 2, 2],"(of a ski binding) engaging automatically when the boot is positioned on the",1). c_DEF([ "step in" ,1, 2, 2],"ski",2). c_DEF([ "step in" ,1, 3, 1],"a step-in garment, esp| underwear",1). c_DEF([ "step on",1,1,1 ], "to place or press the foot on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step on",1,1,2 ], "to behave harshly or contemptuously towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step on",1,1,3 ], "step on it| Informal| to go more quickly, hurry up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step out",1,1,1 ], "to go outside or leave a room, building, etc|, esp| briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step out",1,1,2 ], "to begin to walk more quickly and take longer strides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step out",1,1,3 ], "to withdraw from involvement; bow out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step up" ,1, 1, 1],"step-up",1). c_DEF([ "step up" ,1, 1, 2],"an increment in quantity, size, etc",1). c_DEF([ "step up" ,1, 2, 1],"to increase or raise by stages; accelerate",1). c_DEF([ "step up" ,1, 3, 1],"to make progress or effect an advancement; be promoted",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 10],"a rank or grade in a series or scale",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 11],"an object or device that offers support for the foot when ascending or",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 11],"descending",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 12],"a flight of stairs, esp| out of doors",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 13],"another name for ,stepladder",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 14],"a very short easily travelled distance",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 15],"a melodic interval of a second",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 16],"an offset or change in the level of a surface similar to the step of a stair",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 17],"a strong block or frame bolted on the keel of a vessel and fitted to receive",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 17],"the base of a mast",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 18],"a ledge cut in mining or quarrying excavations",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 19],"break step| to cease to march in step",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 1],"in coordination with the transference of the weight of the body",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 1],"the act of motion brought about by raising the foot and setting it down again",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 20],"keep step| to remain walking, marching, dancing, etc|, in unison or in a",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 20],"specified rhythm",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 21, 1],"marching, dancing, etc|, in conformity with a specified pace or moving in",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 21, 1],"unison with others",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 21, 2],"Informal| in agreement or harmony",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 21],"in step",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 22, 1],"not moving in conformity with a specified pace or in accordance with others",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 22, 2],"Informal| not in agreement; out of harmony",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 22],"out of step",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 23],"step by step| with care and deliberation; gradually",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 24],"attainment of some end",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 24],"take steps| to undertake measures (to do something) with a view to the",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 25],"behaviour| ,b|to walk or move carefully",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 25],"watch one's step| a|Informal| to conduct oneself with caution and good",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 2],"the distance or space covered by such a motion",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 3],"the sound made by such a movement",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 4],"the impression made by such movement of the foot; footprint",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 5],"the manner of walking or moving the feet; gait",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 6],"a sequence of foot movements that make up a particular dance or part of a",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 6],"dance",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 7],"any of several paces or rhythmic movements in marching, dancing, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 8],"a course followed by a person in walking or as walking",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 9],"one of a sequence of separate consecutive stages in the progression towards",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 1, 9],"some goal",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 10],"to walk or take (a number of paces, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 11],"to perform the steps of",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 12]," to set or place (the foot)",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 13],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 14],"usually foll| by off or out) to measure (some distance of ground) by stepping",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 15],"coincidence or symmetry",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 15],"to arrange in or supply with a series of steps so as to avoid",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 16],"to raise (a mast) and fit it into its step|~",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 1],"position, transferring the weight of the body to this foot and repeating the process with",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 1],"the other foot",3). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 1],"to move by raising the foot and then setting it down in a different",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 3],"distance",2). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 3],"to move or go on foot, esp| for a short",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 5],"to move, often in an attractive graceful manner, as in dancing",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 6],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 7],"to place or press the foot; tread",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 8],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "step" ,1, 2, 9],"usually foll| by into) to enter (into a situation) apparently with ease",1). c_DEF([ "step-",1,1,1 ], "indicating relationship through the previous marriage of a spouse or parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "step-",1,1,1 ], "rather than by blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "step-parent",1,1,1 ], "a stepfather or stepmother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepbrother",1,1,1 ], "a son of one's stepmother or stepfather by a union with someone other than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepbrother",1,1,1 ], "one's father or mother respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stepchild",1,1,1 ], "a stepson or stepdaughter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepdame",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for stepmother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepdaughter",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of one's husband or wife by a former union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepfather",1,1,1 ], "a man who has married one's mother after the death or divorce of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepfather",1,1,1 ], "father" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stephanotis",1,1,1 ], "any climbing asclepiadaceous shrub of the genus Stephanotis, esp| S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stephanotis",1,1,1 ], "floribunda, of Malagasy Republic and Malaya: cultivated for their fragrant white waxy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stephanotis",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stepladder",1,1,1 ], "a folding portable ladder that is made of broad flat steps fixed to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepladder",1,1,1 ], "supporting frame hinged at the top to another supporting frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stepmother",1,1,1 ], "a woman who has married one's father after the death or divorce of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepmother",1,1,1 ], "mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steppe",1,1,1 ], "an extensive grassy plain usually without trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepper",1,1,1 ], "a person who or animal that steps, esp| a horse or a dancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepping stone",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stepping stone",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of stones acting as footrests for crossing streams, marshes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepping stone",1,1,2 ], "a circumstance that assists progress towards some goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepsister",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of one's stepmother or stepfather by a union with someone other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepsister",1,1,1 ], "than one's father or mother respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stepson",1,1,1 ], "a son of one's husband or wife by a former union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepwise",1,1,1 ], "arranged in the manner of or resembling steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepwise",1,1,2 ], "proceeding by melodic intervals of a second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepwise",1,2,1 ], "with the form or appearance of steps; step by step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stepwise",1,2,2 ], "in a stepwise motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steradian",1,1,1 ], "a sphere, cuts off an area of the surface of the sphere equal to the square of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steradian",1,1,1 ], "an SI unit of solid angle; the angle that, having its vertex in the centre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steradian",1,1,1 ], "the length of the radius| Symbol: sr" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stercoraceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of dung or excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stercoricolous",1,1,1 ], "(of organisms) living in dung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterculiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of plants that includes cacao and cola" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sterculiaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Sterculiaceae, a chiefly tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stere",1,1,1 ], "(35|315 cubic feet)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stere",1,1,1 ], "a unit used to measure volumes of stacked timber equal to one cubic metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereo" ,1, 1, 1],"short for ,stereophonic or ,stereoscopic",1). c_DEF([ "stereo" ,1, 2, 1],"stereophonic sound",1). c_DEF([ "stereo" ,1, 2, 2, 1],"stereoscopic photography",1). c_DEF([ "stereo" ,1, 2, 2, 2],"a stereoscopic photograph",1). c_DEF([ "stereo" ,1, 2, 2],"a stereophonic gramophone, tape recorder, etc",1). c_DEF([ "stereo" ,1, 2, 3],"short for ,stereotype",1). c_DEF([ "stereo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating three-dimensional quality or solidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereobate",1,1,1 ], "another name for stylobate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereobate",1,1,2 ], "a foundation of a building in the form of a platform of masonry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereochemistry",1,1,1 ], "spatial arrangement on chemical properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the study of the spatial arrangement of atoms in molecules and the effect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereochrome",1,1,1 ], "a picture made by stereochromy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereochrome",1,2,1 ], "to produce (a picture) by the process of stereochromy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereochromy",1,1,1 ], "a method of wall painting in which water glass is used either as a painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereochromy",1,1,1 ], "medium or as a final fixative coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereogram",1,1,1 ], "a stereo radiogram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereogram",1,1,2 ], "another name for stereograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereograph",1,1,1 ], "through special glasses or a stereoscope form a single three-dimensional image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereograph",1,1,1 ], "two almost identical pictures, or one special picture, that when viewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereography",1,1,1 ], "the study and construction of geometrical solids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereography",1,1,2 ], "the art of drawing a solid figure on a flat surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereoisomer",1,1,1 ], "one of the isomers of a compound that exhibits stereoisomerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereoisomerism",1,1,1 ], "isomerism caused by differences in the spatial arrangement of atoms in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereoisomerism",1,1,1 ], "molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereometry",1,1,1 ], "the measurement of volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereophonic",1,1,1 ], "(of a system for recording, reproducing, or broadcasting sound) using two or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereophonic",1,1,1 ], "in order to give a spatial effect to the sound|Sometimes shortened to stereo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stereophonic",1,1,1 ], "more separate microphones to feed two or more loudspeakers through separate channels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereopsis",1,1,1 ], "stereoscopic vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereopticon",1,1,1 ], "a type of projector with two complete units arranged so that one picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereopticon",1,1,1 ], "dissolves as the next is forming" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscope",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument for viewing two-dimensional pictures and giving them an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscope",1,1,1 ], "different pictures of the same object are viewed, one with each eye" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscope",1,1,1 ], "illusion of depth and relief| It has a binocular eyepiece through which two slightly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscopic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or relating to optical images that appear to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscopic",1,1,1 ], "three-dimensional" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscopic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or formed by a stereoscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscopy",1,1,1 ], "the viewing or appearance of objects in or as if in three dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereoscopy",1,1,2 ], "the study and use of the stereoscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereospecific catalyst",1,1,1 ], "a catalyst for stereospecific chemical reactions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereospecific polymer",1,1,1 ], "an organic polymer in which the steric arrangements of groups on assymetric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereospecific polymer",1,1,1 ], "carbon atoms occur in a regular sequence| Many natural and synthetic rubbers are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereospecific polymer",1,1,1 ], "stereospecific polymers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stereospecific",1,1,1 ], "of atoms in certain polymers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereospecific",1,1,1 ], "relating to or having fixed position in space, as in the spatial arrangements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotaxis",1,1,1 ], "solid object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereotaxis",1,1,1 ], "the movement of an organism in response to the stimulus of contact with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotomy",1,1,1 ], "the art of cutting three-dimensional solids into particular shapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotropism",1,1,1 ], "another name for thigmotropism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of producing cast-metal printing plates from a mould made from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,1,1,1 ], "forme of type matter in papier-mache or some other material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,1,1,2 ], "the plate so made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,1,2 ], "another word for stereotypy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,1,3 ], "an idea, trait, convention, etc|, that has grown stale through fixed usage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,1,4 ], "a standardized image or conception shared by all members of a social group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,2,1,1 ], "to make a stereotype of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,2,1,2 ], "to print from a stereotype" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotype",1,2,2 ], "to impart a fixed usage or convention to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotyped",1,1,1 ], "lacking originality or individuality; conventional; trite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotyped",1,1,2 ], "reproduced from or on a stereotype printing plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotypy",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of making stereotype printing plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotypy",1,1,2 ], "a tendency to think or act in rigid, repetitive, and often meaningless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stereotypy",1,1,2 ], "patterns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stereovision",1,1,1 ], "the perception or exhibition of three-dimensional objects in three dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steric",1,1,1 ], "molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or caused by the spatial arrangement of atoms in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterigma",1,1,1 ], "a minute stalk bearing a spore or chain of spores in certain fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterilant",1,1,1 ], "any substance or agent used in sterilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterile",1,1,1 ], "unable to produce offspring; infertile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterile",1,1,2 ], "free from living, esp| pathogenic, microorganisms; aseptic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterile",1,1,3 ], "(of plants or their parts) not producing or bearing seeds, fruit, spores," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterile",1,1,3 ], "stamens, or pistils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sterile",1,1,4 ], "lacking inspiration or vitality; fruitless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterile",1,1,5 ], "(of gold) not being used to support credit creation or an increased money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterile",1,1,5 ], "supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sterilization",1,1,1 ], "the act or procedure of sterilizing or making sterile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterilization",1,1,2 ], "the state of being sterile; sterilized condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterilize",1,1,1 ], "to render sterile make infertile or barren" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterlet",1,1,1 ], "Europe: used as a food fish and a source of caviar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sterlet",1,1,1 ], "a small sturgeon, Acipenser ruthenus, of seas and rivers in N Asia and E" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling area",1,1,1 ], "a group of countries that use sterling as a medium of international payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling area",1,1,1 ], "and sometimes as an informal peg for their own currencies| For these purposes they" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sterling area",1,1,1 ], "deposit sterling balances and hold gold and dollar reserves in the Bank of England" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sterling silver",1,1,1 ], "an alloy containing not less than 92|5 per cent of silver, the remainder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling silver",1,1,1 ], "usually being copper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sterling silver",1,1,2 ], "sterling-silver articles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,1,1 ], "British money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,2 ], "silver 0|50" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,2 ], "the official standard of fineness of British coins: for gold 0|91666 and for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,2,1 ], "short for sterling silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,3 ], "an article or articles manufactured from sterling silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,1,4 ], "a former British silver penny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterling",1,2,1 ], "of excellent quality; first-class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern sheets",1,1,1 ], "the part of an open boat near the stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern",1,1,1 ], "showing uncompromising or inflexible resolve; firm, strict, or authoritarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern",1,1,2 ], "lacking leniency or clemency; harsh or severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern",1,1,3 ], "relentless; unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern",1,1,4 ], "having an austere or forbidding appearance or nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern",2,1,1 ], "the rear or after part of a vessel, opposite the bow or stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern",2,1,2 ], "the rear part of any object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern",2,2,1 ], "relating to or located at the stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern-chaser",1,1,1 ], "a gun mounted at the stern of a vessel for firing aft at a pursuing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stern-wheeler",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, esp| a riverboat, propelled by a large paddle wheel at the stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternforemost",1,1,1 ], "backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternmost",1,1,1 ], "farthest to the stern; aftmost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternmost",1,1,2 ], "nearest the stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternpost",1,1,1 ], "the main upright timber or structure at the stern of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternson",1,1,1 ], "a timber scarfed into or bolted to the sternpost and keelson at the stern of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternson",1,1,1 ], "wooden vessel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sternum",1,1,1 ], "(in man) a long flat vertical bone, situated in front of the thorax, to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternum",1,1,1 ], "are attached the collarbone and the first seven pairs of ribs| Nontechnical name:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sternum",1,1,1 ], "breastbone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sternum",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in many other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternum",1,1,3 ], "a cuticular plate covering the ventral surface of a body segment of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternum",1,1,3 ], "arthropod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sternutation",1,1,1 ], "a sneeze or the act of sneezing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternutator",1,1,1 ], "a substance that causes sneezing, coughing, and tears; used in chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternutator",1,1,1 ], "warfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sternutatory" ,1, 1, 1],"causing or having the effect of sneezing",1). c_DEF([ "sternutatory" ,1, 2, 2],"an agent or substance that causes sneezing",1). c_DEF([ "sternwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the stern; astern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sternway",1,1,1 ], "movement of a vessel sternforemost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steroid",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of fat-soluble organic compounds containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steroid",1,1,1 ], "characteristic chemical ring system| The majority, including the sterols, bile acids, many" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steroid",1,1,1 ], "hormones, and the D vitamins, have important physiological action" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sterol",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of natural steroid alcohols, such as cholesterol and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sterol",1,1,1 ], "ergosterol, that are waxy insoluble substances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stertor",1,1,1 ], "laborious or noisy breathing caused by obstructed air passages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stertorous",1,1,1 ], "marked or accompanied by heavy snoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stertorous",1,1,2 ], "breathing in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ster|",1,1,1 ], "sterling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stet" ,1, 1, 1],"a word or mark indicating that certain deleted typeset or written matter is to",1). c_DEF([ "stet" ,1, 1, 1],"be retained",2). c_DEF([ "stet" ,1, 2, 1],"to mark (matter to be retained) with a stet",1). c_DEF([ "stethoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for listening to the sounds made within the body, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stethoscope",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a hollow disc that transmits the sound through hollow tubes to earpieces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stetson",1,1,1 ], "a man's felt slouch hat with a broad brim and high crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stevedore",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to load or unload ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stevedore",1,2,1 ], "to load or unload (a ship, ship's cargo, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stevedore's knot",1,1,1 ], "a knot forming a lump in a line, used by stevedores to secure ropes passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stevedore's knot",1,1,1 ], "through holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stew" ,2, 1, 1],"a fishpond or fishtank| 2",1). c_DEF([ "stew" ,2, 1, 2],"an artificial oyster bed",1). c_DEF([ "stew",1,1,1,1 ], "a dish of meat, fish, or other food, cooked by stewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,1,2 ], "a difficult or worrying situation or a troubled state (esp| in the phrase in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,1,2 ], "stew)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,1,3 ], "a heterogeneous mixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,1,4 ], "a brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,1,5 ], "a public room for hot steam baths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,2,1 ], "to cook or cause to cook by long slow simmering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,3,1 ], "to be troubled or agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,4,1 ], "to be oppressed with heat or crowding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,4,2 ], "for too long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,4,2 ], "to cause (tea) to become bitter or (of tea) to become bitter through infusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,4,3 ], "actions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stew",1,4,3 ], "stew in one's own juice| to suffer unaided the consequences of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,1 ], "a person who administers the property, house, finances, etc|, of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,2 ], "a person who manages the eating arrangements, staff, or service at a club," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,2 ], "hotel, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,3 ], "a waiter on a ship or aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,4 ], "a mess attendant in a naval mess afloat or ashore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,5 ], "a person who helps to supervise some event or proceedings in an official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,5 ], "capacity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,1,6 ], "short for shop steward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "steward",1,2,1 ], "to act or serve as a steward (of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stewardess",1,1,1 ], "a woman who performs a steward's job on an aircraft or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stewed",1,1,1 ], "(of tea) having a bitter taste through having been left to infuse for too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stewed",1,1,1 ], "long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stewed",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stge|",1,1,1 ], "storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stg|",1,1,1 ], "sterling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sthenic",1,1,1 ], "abounding in energy or bodily strength; active or strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stibine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless slightly soluble poisonous gas with an offensive odour: made by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stibine",1,1,1 ], "the action of hydrochloric acid on an alloy of antimony and zinc| Formula: SbH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stibine",1,1,2 ], "any one of a class of stibine derivatives in which one or more hydrogen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stibine",1,1,2 ], "have been replaced by organic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stibium",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete name for antimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stibnite",1,1,1 ], "Sb2S3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stibnite",1,1,1 ], "a soft greyish mineral consisting of antimony sulphide in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stibnite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| It occurs in quartz veins and is the chief ore of antimony| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stich",1,1,1 ], "a line of poetry; verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stichometry",1,1,1 ], "the practice of writing out a prose text in lines that correspond to the sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stichometry",1,1,1 ], "units and indicate the phrasal rhythms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stichomythia",1,1,1 ], "a form of dialogue originating in Greek drama in which single lines are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stichomythia",1,1,1 ], "uttered by alternate speakers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick aroundor about",1,1,1 ], "to remain in a place, esp| awaiting something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick at",1,1,1 ], "1| to continue constantly at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick by",1,1,1 ], "to remain faithful to adhere to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick down",1,1,1 ], "to write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick insect",1,1,1 ], "any of various mostly tropical insects of the family Phasmidae that have an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick insect",1,1,1 ], "elongated cylindrical body and long legs and resemble twigs: order Phasmida|Usual U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick insect",1,1,1 ], "name: walking stick" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stick out",1,1,1 ], "1| to project or cause to project| 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick out",1,2,1 ], "Informal| to endure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick out",1,2,2 ], "(something disagreeable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick out",1,2,3 ], "(esp| in the phrase stick it out)| 3| stick out a mile or like a sore thumb|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick out",1,2,3 ], "Informal| to be extremely obvious| 4| stick out for to insist on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick out",1,2,4 ], "(a demand), refusing to yield until it is met" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick pin",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for tie pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick to",1,1,1 ], "1| to adhere or cause to adhere to| 2| to continue constantly at| 3| to remain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick to",1,1,1 ], "faithful to| 4| not to move or digress from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick together",1,1,1 ], "to remain loyal or friendly to one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick with",1,1,1 ], "to persevere with; remain faithful to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"any long thin piece of wood",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"such a piece of wood having a characteristic shape for a special purpose",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 1, 3],"a baton, wand, staff, or rod",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 10],"a means of coercion",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 11],"a dull boring person",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 12],"(usually preceded by old)",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 13],"a familiar name for a person",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 14],"a style of life or way of doing things",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 15],"in a cleft stick| in a difficult position",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 16],"explanation, etc",2). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 16],"wrong end of the stick| a complete misunderstanding of a situation,",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 1],"a small thin branch of a tree",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 2],"an object or piece shaped like a stick",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 3],"the lever used to change gear in a motor vehicle",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a group of bombs arranged to fall at intervals across a target",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"a number of paratroops jumping in sequence",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 4],"a mast or yard",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 5],"a piece of furniture",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 6],"a rural area considered remote or backward (esp| in the phrase in the sticks)",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 7],"the wooded interior part of the country",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 8],"a declaration made by the umpire if a player's stick is above the shoulders",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 1, 9],"a cannabis cigarette",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 2, 1],"to support (a plant) with sticks; stake",1). c_DEF([ "stick" ,1, 2, 2],"to set (type) in a composing stick",1). c_DEF([ "stick",2,1,1 ], "to pierce or stab with or as if with something pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,1,2 ], "object) to be pushed into or through another object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,1,2 ], "to thrust or push (a sharp or pointed object) or (of a sharp or pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,10,1 ], "to cause to be at a loss; baffle, puzzle, or confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,11,1 ], "to force or impose something unpleasant on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,12,1 ], "to kill by piercing or stabbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,12,2 ], "accept" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,12,2 ], "stick in one's throat| Informal| to be difficult or impossible for one to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,12,3 ], "stick to the ribs| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,12,4 ], "(of food) to be hearty and satisfying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,13,1 ], "the state or condition of adhering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,13,2 ], "a substance causing adhesion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,13,3 ], "something that causes delay or stoppage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,2,1 ], "to fasten in position by pushing or forcing a point into something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,3,1 ], "to fasten in position by or as if by pins, nails, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,4,1 ], "to transfix or impale on a pointed object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,5,1 ], "to cover with objects piercing or set in the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,5,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by out, up, through, etc|) to put forward or be put" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,5,2 ], "forward; protrude or cause to protrude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,6,1 ], "to place or put in a specified position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,6,2 ], "to fasten or be fastened by or as if by an adhesive substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,7,1 ], "to cause to become sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,7,2 ], "(when tr|, usually passive) to come or cause to come to a standstill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,8,1 ], "to remain for a long time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,8,2 ], "to tolerate; abide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick",2,9,1 ], "to be reluctant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick-in-the-mud",1,1,1 ], "a staid or predictably conservative person who lacks initiative or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stick-in-the-mud",1,1,1 ], "imagination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stick-up" ,1, 1, 1],"a robbery at gunpoint; hold-up",1). c_DEF([ "stick-up" ,1, 2, 1],"(adv|) 2",1). c_DEF([ "stick-up" ,1, 3, 2],"to rob, esp| at gunpoint| 3| stick up for",1). c_DEF([ "stick-up" ,1, 4, 2],"to support or defend",1). c_DEF([ "sticker",1,1,1 ], "an adhesive label, poster, or paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticker",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that sticks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticker",1,1,3 ], "a persevering or industrious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticker",1,1,4 ], "something prickly, such as a thorn, that clings to one's clothing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticker",1,1,5 ], "something that perplexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticker",1,1,6 ], "a knife used for stabbing or piercing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stickful",1,1,1 ], "the amount of type required to fill a composing stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticking plaster",1,1,1 ], "a thin cloth with an adhesive substance on one side, used for covering slight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticking plaster",1,1,1 ], "or superficial wounds| Usual U|S| term: adhesive tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stickle",1,1,1 ], "to dispute stubbornly, esp| about minor points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stickle",1,1,2 ], "to refuse to agree or concur, esp| by making petty stipulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stickleback",1,1,1 ], "aculeatus of rivers and coastal regions and G| pungitius confined to rivers| They have a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stickleback",1,1,1 ], "any small teleost fish of the family Gasterosteidae, such as Gasterosteus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stickleback",1,1,1 ], "series of spines along the back and occur in cold and temperate northern regions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stickler",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by for) a person who makes insistent demands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stickler",1,1,2 ], "a problem or puzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stickseed",1,1,1 ], "Lappula, having red-and-blue flowers and small prickly fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stickseed",1,1,1 ], "any of various Eurasian and North American plants of the boraginaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticktight",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants, esp| the bur marigold, that have barbed clinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticktight",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stickweed",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants that have clinging fruits or seeds, esp| the ragweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky end",1,1,1 ], "an unpleasant finish or death (esp| in the phrase come to or meet a sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky end",1,1,1 ], "end)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sticky wicket",1,1,1 ], "a cricket pitch that is rapidly being dried by the sun after rain and is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky wicket",1,1,1 ], "particularly conducive to spin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sticky wicket",1,1,2 ], "a difficult or awkward situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky willie",1,1,1 ], "another name for cleavers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,1,1 ], "stickier, stickiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,1,2 ], "covered or daubed with an adhesive or viscous substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,1,3 ], "having the property of sticking to a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,1,4 ], "(of weather or atmosphere) warm and humid; muggy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,1,5 ], "(of prices) tending not to fall in deflationary conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,1,6 ], "difficult, awkward, or painful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,1,7 ], "sentimental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,2,1 ], "to make sticky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,3,1 ], "Austral| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,3,2 ], "short for stickybeak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sticky",1,3,3 ], "an inquisitive look or stare (esp| in the phrase have a sticky at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stickybeak" ,1, 1, 1],"an inquisitive person",1). c_DEF([ "stickybeak" ,1, 2, 1],"to pry",1). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,1 ], "not easily bent; rigid; inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,10 ], "(of a sailing vessel) relatively resistant to heeling or rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,11 ], "lacking grace or attractiveness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,12 ], "stubborn or stubbornly maintained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,13 ], "tightly stretched; taut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,14 ], "sturdy and stocky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,15 ], "unlucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,16 ], "intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,17 ], "stiff upper lip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,18 ], "stiff with| Informal| amply provided with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,2 ], "not working or moving easily or smoothly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,3 ], "difficult to accept in its severity or harshness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,4 ], "moving with pain or difficulty; not supple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,5 ], "difficult; arduous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,6 ], "unrelaxed or awkward; formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,7 ], "firmer than liquid in consistency; thick or viscous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,8 ], "powerful; strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,1,9 ], "excessively high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,2,1 ], "a corpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,2,2 ], "a horse that is believed to be a certain loser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff",1,3,1 ], "completely or utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiff-necked",1,1,1 ], "haughtily stubborn or obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiffen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become stiff or stiffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiffen",1,2,1 ], "to become suddenly tense or unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stifle",1,1,1 ], "to smother or suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stifle",1,1,2 ], "to feel or cause to feel discomfort and difficulty in breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stifle",1,1,3 ], "to prevent or be prevented from breathing so as to cause death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stifle",1,2,1 ], "to crush or stamp out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stifle",2,1,1 ], "the joint in the hind leg of a horse, dog, etc|, between the femur and tibia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stifling",1,1,1 ], "oppressively hot or stuffy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,1 ], "a distinguishing mark of social disgrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,2 ], "a small scar or mark such as a birthmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,2,1 ], "any mark on the skin, such as one characteristic of a specific disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,2,2 ], "any sign of a mental deficiency or emotional upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,3 ], "pollen enters the gynoecium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,3 ], "the terminal part of the ovary, at the end of the style, where deposited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,3,1 ], "a pigmented eyespot in some protozoans and other invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,3,2 ], "the spiracle of an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,4 ], "a mark branded on the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,5 ], "bodies of certain individuals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stigma",1,1,5 ], "marks resembling the wounds of the crucified Christ, believed to appear on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigmasterol",1,1,1 ], "a sterol obtained from Calabar beans and soya beans and used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigmasterol",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of progesterone| Formula: C29H47OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stigmatic" ,1, 1, 1],"relating to or having a stigma or stigmata",1). c_DEF([ "stigmatic" ,1, 1, 2],"another word for ,anastigmatic",1). c_DEF([ "stigmatic" ,1, 2, 1],"also ",1). c_DEF([ "stigmatic" ,1, 2, 2],"a person marked with the stigmata",1). c_DEF([ "stigmatism",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being anastigmatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigmatism",1,1,2 ], "the condition resulting from or characterized by stigmata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stigmatize",1,1,1 ], "to mark with a stigma or stigmata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilbene",1,1,1 ], "C6H5CHCHC6H5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stilbene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or slightly yellow crystalline water-insoluble unsaturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilbene",1,1,1 ], "hydrocarbon used in the manufacture of dyes;trans-1,2-diphenylethene| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stilbite",1,1,1 ], "(Na\2Ca)Al2Si6O16|6H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stilbite",1,1,1 ], "a white or yellow zeolite mineral consisting of hydrated calcium sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilbite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicate, often in the form of sheaves of monoclinic crystals| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stilboestrol",1,1,1 ], "OHC6H4CHCHC6H4OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stilboestrol",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic hormone having derivatives with oestrogenic properties| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stile",1,1,1 ], "a set of steps or rungs in a wall or fence to allow people, but not animals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stile",1,1,1 ], "to pass over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stile",1,1,2 ], "short for turnstile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stile",2,1,1 ], "a vertical board that forms part of a panel of a door, window frame, ladder," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stile",2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stiletto" ,1, 1, 1],"a small dagger with a slender tapered blade",1). c_DEF([ "stiletto" ,1, 1, 2],"a sharply pointed tool used to make holes in leather, cloth, etc",1). c_DEF([ "stiletto" ,1, 1, 3],"a very high heel on a woman's shoe, tapering to a very narrow tip",1). c_DEF([ "stiletto" ,1, 2, 1],"to stab with a stiletto",1). c_DEF([ "still hunt" ,1, 1, 1],"the hunting of game by stalking or ambushing",1). c_DEF([ "still hunt" ,1, 2, 2],"to hunt (quarry) in this way",1). c_DEF([ "still life",1,1,1,1 ], "a painting or drawing of inanimate objects, such as fruit, flowers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still life",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still life",1,1,2 ], "the genre of such paintings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still room" ,1, 1, 1],"a room in which distilling is carried out| 2",1). c_DEF([ "still room" ,1, 1, 2],"a pantry or storeroom, as in a large house",1). c_DEF([ "still",1,1,1 ], "motionless; stationary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,1,2 ], "undisturbed or tranquil; silent and calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,1,3 ], "not sparkling or effervescent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,1,4 ], "gentle or quiet; subdued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,1,5 ], "(of a child) dead at birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,2,1 ], "continuing now or in the future as in the past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,2,2 ], "up to this or that time; yet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,2,3 ], "(often used with a comparative) even or yet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,2,4 ], "quiet or without movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,2,5 ], "always" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,3,1 ], "silence or tranquillity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,3,1,1 ], "a still photograph, esp| of a scene from a motion-picture film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,4,1 ], "to make or become still, quiet, or calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,5,1 ], "to allay or relieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",1,6,1 ], "even then; nevertheless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",2,1,1 ], "an apparatus for carrying out distillation, consisting of a vessel in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "still",2,1,1 ], "hold the distilled liquid, used esp| in the manufacture of spirits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "still",2,1,1 ], "mixture is heated, a condenser to turn the vapour back to liquid, and a receiver to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "still",2,1,2 ], "a place where spirits are made; distillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillage",1,1,1 ], "a frame or stand for keeping things off the ground, such as casks in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillage",1,1,1 ], "brewery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stillbirth",1,1,1 ], "birth of a dead fetus or baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillbirth",1,1,2 ], "a stillborn fetus or baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillborn",1,1,1 ], "(of a fetus) dead at birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillborn",1,1,2 ], "(of an idea, plan, etc|) fruitless; abortive; unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillborn",1,2,1 ], "a stillborn fetus or baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillicide",1,1,1 ], "a right or duty relating to the drainage of water from the eaves of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stillicide",1,1,1 ], "onto adjacent land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stilliform",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a drop or globule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilly",1,1,1 ], "quietly or calmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilly",1,2,1 ], "still, quiet, or calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilt",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of two long poles with footrests on which a person stands and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilt",1,1,1 ], "walks, as used by circus clowns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stilt",1,1,2 ], "a long post or column that is used with others to support a building above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilt",1,1,2 ], "ground level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stilt",1,1,3 ], "any of several shore birds of the genera Himantopus and Cladorhynchus, similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilt",1,1,3 ], "to the avocets but having a straight bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stilt",1,2,1 ], "to raise or place on or as if on stilts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilted",1,1,1 ], "(of speech, writing, etc|) formal, pompous, or bombastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilted",1,1,2 ], "not flowing continuously or naturally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stilted",1,1,3 ], "(of an arch) having vertical piers between the impost and the springing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulant",1,1,1 ], "a drug or similar substance that increases physiological activity, esp| of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulant",1,1,1 ], "particular organ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stimulant",1,1,2 ], "any stimulating agent or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulant",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for stimulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulate",1,1,1 ], "to arouse or quicken the activity or senses of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulate",1,2,1 ], "to excite (a nerve, organ, etc|) with a stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulate",1,3,1 ], "to act as a stimulant or stimulus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulus",1,1,1 ], "something that stimulates or acts as an incentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulus",1,1,2 ], "any drug, agent, electrical impulse, or other factor able to cause a response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulus",1,1,2 ], "in an organism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stimulus",1,1,3 ], "an object or event that is apprehended by the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stimulus",1,1,4 ], "another word for a stimulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals and plants) to inflict a wound on (an organism) by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,1,1 ], "injection of poison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,1,2 ], "to feel or cause to feel a sharp mental or physical pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,2,1 ], "to goad or incite (esp| in the phrase sting into action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,3,1 ], "to cheat, esp| by overcharging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,1 ], "a skin wound caused by the poison injected by certain insects or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,2 ], "pain caused by or as if by the sting of a plant or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,3 ], "a mental pain or pang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,4 ], "a sharp pointed organ, such as the ovipositor of a wasp, by which poison can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,4 ], "be injected into the prey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,5 ], "the ability to sting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,6 ], "something as painful or swift of action as a sting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,7 ], "a sharp stimulus or incitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sting",1,4,8 ], "another name for stinging hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingaree",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for the stingray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinger",1,1,1 ], "a person, plant, animal, etc|, that stings or hurts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinger",1,1,2 ], "a whisky and soda with crushed ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinging hair",1,1,1 ], "a multicellular hair in plants, such as the stinging nettle, that injects an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinging hair",1,1,1 ], "irritant fluid when in contact with an animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stingo",1,1,1 ], "a strong English beer, originally made in Yorkshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingray",1,1,1 ], "any ray of the family Dasyatidae, having a whiplike tail bearing a serrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingray",1,1,1 ], "venomous spine capable of inflicting painful weals on man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stingy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingy",1,1,2 ], "unwilling to spend or give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingy",1,1,3 ], "insufficient or scanty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingy",2,1,1 ], "stinging or capable of stinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingy",2,2,1 ], "stingies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stingy",2,2,2 ], "a stinging nettle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink ball",1,1,1 ], "another name for stink pot (sense 4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink bomb",1,1,1 ], "a small bomb, used by practical jokers, containing a liquid with an offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink bomb",1,1,1 ], "smell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stink out",1,1,1 ], "to drive out or away by a foul smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink out",1,1,2 ], "to cause to stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink trap",1,1,1 ], "another name for stench trap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 1, 1],"a strong foul smell; stench",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 1, 2],"a great deal of trouble (esp| in the phrase to make or raise a stink)",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 1, 3],"like stink",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 1, 4],"intensely; furiously",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 2, 1],"stinks",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 1],"to emit a foul smell",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 2],"to be thoroughly bad or abhorrent",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 3],"to have a very bad reputation",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 4],"to be of poor quality",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 6],"to have or appear to have an excessive amount (of money)",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 7],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 8],"usually foll| by up) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "stink" ,1, 3, 9],"to cause to stink|~",1). c_DEF([ "stink",1,1,1 ], "a strong foul smell; stench" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,1,2 ], "a great deal of trouble (esp| in the phrase to make or raise a stink)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,1,3 ], "like stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,1,4 ], "intensely; furiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,1 ], "to emit a foul smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,2 ], "to be thoroughly bad or abhorrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,3 ], "to have a very bad reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,4 ], "to be of poor quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,5 ], "(foll| by of or with) Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,6 ], "to have or appear to have an excessive amount (of money)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,7 ], "(tr|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,8 ], "usually foll| by up) Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stink",1,2,9 ], "to cause to stink|~" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that stinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinker",1,1,2 ], "a difficult or very unpleasant person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinker",1,1,3 ], "something of very poor quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinker",1,1,4 ], "any of several fulmars or related birds that feed on carrion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkhorn",1,1,1 ], "P| impudicus, having an offensive odour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stinkhorn",1,1,1 ], "any of various basidiomycetous saprophytic fungi of the genus Phallus, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinking badger",1,1,1 ], "another name for teledu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinking iris",1,1,1 ], "an iris plant, Iris foetidissima, of W Europe and N Africa, having purplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinking iris",1,1,1 ], "flowers and a strong unpleasant smell when bruised" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stinking smut",1,1,1 ], "a smut that affects wheat and is caused by the fungus Tilletia caries|Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinking smut",1,1,1 ], "called: bunt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stinking" ,1, 1, 1],"having a foul smell",1). c_DEF([ "stinking" ,1, 1, 2],"unpleasant or disgusting",1). c_DEF([ "stinking" ,1, 2, 1],"very drunk",1). c_DEF([ "stinking" ,1, 2, 2],"cry stinking fish| to decry or defame something, esp| one's own products",1). c_DEF([ "stinking" ,1, 3, 1],"(intensifier, expressing contempt for the person referred to)",1). c_DEF([ "stinko",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkpot",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that stinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkpot",1,1,2 ], "a person considered to be unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkpot",1,1,3 ], "another name for musk turtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkpot",1,1,4 ], "a container filled with material that gives off noxious or suffocating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkpot",1,1,4 ], "vapours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stinkpot",1,1,5 ], "a slang word (used by yachtsmen) for a powerboat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkstone",1,1,1 ], "any of various rocks producing a fetid odour when struck, esp| certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkstone",1,1,1 ], "limestones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stinkweed",1,1,1 ], "a cruciferous plant, Diplotaxis muralis, naturalized in Britain and S and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkweed",1,1,1 ], "central Europe, having pale yellow flowers, cylindrical seed pods, and a disagreeable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stinkweed",1,1,1 ], "smell when bruised" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stinkweed",1,1,2 ], "any of various other ill-smelling plants, such as mayweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees having offensive-smelling wood, esp| Ocotea bullata, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stinkwood",1,1,1 ], "southern African lauraceous tree yielding a hard wood used for furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stinkwood",1,1,2 ], "the heavy durable wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stint",1,1,1 ], "to be frugal or miserly towards (someone) with (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stint",1,1,2 ], "to stop or check (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stint",1,2,1 ], "an allotted or fixed amount of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stint",1,2,2 ], "a limitation or check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stint",1,2,3 ], "a pause or stoppage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stint",2,1,1 ], "Erolia), such as C| minuta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stint",2,1,1 ], "any of various small sandpipers of the chiefly northern genus Calidris (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipe",1,1,1 ], "a stalk in plants that bears reproductive structures, esp| the stalk bearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipe",1,1,1 ], "the cap of a mushroom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stipe",1,1,2 ], "the stalk that bears the leaflets of a fern or the thallus of a seaweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipe",1,1,3 ], "any stalklike part; stipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipel",1,1,1 ], "a small paired leaflike structure at the base of certain leaflets; secondary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipel",1,1,1 ], "stipule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stipend",1,1,1 ], "a fixed or regular amount of money paid as a salary or allowance, as to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipend",1,1,1 ], "clergyman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stipendiary" ,1, 1, 1],"receiving or working for regular pay",1). c_DEF([ "stipendiary" ,1, 1, 2],"paid for by a stipend",1). c_DEF([ "stipendiary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person who receives regular payment",1). c_DEF([ "stipes",1,1,1 ], "the second maxillary segment in insects and crustaceans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipes",1,1,2 ], "the eyestalk of a crab or similar crustacean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipes",1,1,3 ], "any similar stemlike structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipitate",1,1,1 ], "possessing or borne on the end of a stipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipple" ,1, 1, 1],"to draw, engrave, or paint using dots or flecks",1). c_DEF([ "stipple" ,1, 2, 1],"the technique of stippling or a picture produced by or using stippling",1). c_DEF([ "stipulate",1,1,1 ], "to specify, often as a condition of an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipulate",1,2,1 ], "to insist (on) as a term of an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipulate",1,2,2 ], "render it legally valid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stipulate",1,2,2 ], "to make (an oral contract) in the form of question and answer necessary to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipulate",1,3,1 ], "to guarantee or promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipulate",2,1,1 ], "(of a plant) having stipules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipule",1,1,1 ], "a small paired usually leaflike outgrowth occurring at the base of a leaf or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stipule",1,1,1 ], "its stalk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stir up",1,1,1 ], "to set or be set in motion instigate or be instigated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,1,1 ], "constituents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,1,1 ], "to move an implement such as a spoon around in (a liquid) so as to mix up the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,1,2 ], "to change or cause to change position; disturb or be disturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,2,1 ], "to venture or depart (from one's usual or preferred place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,3,1 ], "to be active after a rest; be up and about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,4,1 ], "to excite or stimulate, esp| emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,4,2 ], "to move (oneself) briskly or vigorously; exert (oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,5,1 ], "to rouse or awaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,5,2 ], "(when tr|, foll| by up) to cause or incite others to cause (trouble," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,5,2 ], "arguments, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,5,3 ], "stir one's stumps| to move or become active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of stirring or the state of being stirred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,6,2 ], "a strong reaction, esp| of excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",1,6,3 ], "a slight movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",2,1,1 ], "a slang word for prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stir",2,1,2 ], "stir-crazy| U|S| slang| mentally disturbed as a result of being in prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirabout",1,1,1 ], "a kind of porridge orginally made in Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirabout",1,1,2 ], "a bustling person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirk",1,1,1 ], "a heifer of 6 to 12 months old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirk",1,1,2 ], "a yearling heifer or bullock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirps",1,1,1 ], "a line of descendants from an ancestor; stock or strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirps",1,1,2 ], "a race or variety, esp| one in which the characters are maintained by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirps",1,1,2 ], "cultivation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stirring",1,1,1 ], "exciting the emotions; stimulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirring",1,1,2 ], "active, lively, or busy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup bone",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for stapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup cup",1,1,1 ], "a cup containing an alcoholic drink offered to a horseman ready to ride away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup pump",1,1,1 ], "a hand-operated reciprocating pump, the base of the cylinder of which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup pump",1,1,1 ], "placed in a bucket of water: used in fighting fires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup",1,1,1 ], "either of two metal loops on a riding saddle, with a flat footpiece through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup",1,1,1 ], "leathers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup",1,1,1 ], "which a rider puts his foot for support| They are attached to the saddle by stirrup" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup",1,1,2 ], "a U-shaped support or clamp made of metal, wood, leather, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup",1,1,3 ], "one of a set of ropes fastened to a yard at one end and having a thimble at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stirrup",1,1,3 ], "the other through which a footrope is rove for support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stitch wheel",1,1,1 ], "a notched wheel used by a harness maker to mark out the spacing for stitching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,1 ], "a link made by drawing a thread through material by means of a needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,2 ], "a loop of yarn formed around an implement used in knitting, crocheting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,3 ], "a particular method of stitching or shape of stitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,4 ], "a sharp spasmodic pain in the side resulting from running or exercising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,5 ], "the least fragment of clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,6 ], "the ridge between two furrows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,7 ], "in stitches| laughing uncontrollably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,8 ], "accidentally while knitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,1,8 ], "drop a stitch| to allow a loop of wool to fall off a knitting needle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,2,1 ], "to sew, fasten, etc|, with stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,3,1 ], "to be engaged in sewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,4,1 ], "thread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,4,1 ], "to bind together (the leaves of a book, pamphlet, etc|) with wire staples or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitch",1,6,1 ], "an informal word for suture (senses 1b|, 6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitchwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several low-growing N temperate herbaceous plants of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stitchwort",1,1,1 ], "caryophyllaceous genus Stellaria, having small white star-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stithy" ,1, 1, 1],"dialect",1). c_DEF([ "stithy" ,1, 1, 2],"a forge",1). c_DEF([ "stithy" ,1, 2, 2],"to forge on an anvil",1). c_DEF([ "stiver",1,1,1 ], "a former Dutch coin worth one twentieth of a guilder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stiver",1,1,2 ], "a small amount, esp| of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stk|",1,1,1 ], "stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoa",1,1,1 ], "a covered walk that has a colonnade on one or both sides, esp| as used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoa",1,1,1 ], "ancient Greece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoat",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian musteline mammal, Mustela erminea, closely related to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoat",1,1,1 ], "it has a white winter coat and is then known as an ermine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stoat",1,1,1 ], "weasels, having a brown coat and a black-tipped tail: in the northern parts of its range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stob",1,1,1 ], "and U|S| dialect| a post or stump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stochastic",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a variable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stochastic",1,1,2 ], "random with zero mean and finite variance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stochastic",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a process) involving a random variable the successive values of which are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stochastic",1,1,2,2 ], "not independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stochastic",1,1,2,3 ], "(of a matrix) square with non-negative elements that add to unity in each row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stochastic",1,1,3 ], "involving conjecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock car",1,1,1,1 ], "a car, usually a production saloon, strengthened and modified for a form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock car",1,1,1,1 ], "racing in which the cars often collide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock car",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock car",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| term for cattle truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock certificate",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| equivalent of share certificate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock company",1,1,1 ], "a business enterprise the capital of which is divided into transferable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock company",1,1,1 ], "shares" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock company",1,1,2 ], "a U|S| term for repertory company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock dove",1,1,1 ], "a European dove, Columba oenas, smaller than the wood pigeon and having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock dove",1,1,1 ], "uniformly grey plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock exchange",1,1,1,1 ], "a highly organized market facilitating the purchase and sale of securities and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock exchange",1,1,1,1 ], "operated by professional stockbrokers and stockjobbers according to fixed rules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock exchange",1,1,1,2 ], "a place where securities are regularly traded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock exchange",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock exchange",1,1,2 ], "the prices or trading activity of a stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock farm",1,1,1 ], "a farm on which livestock is bred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock in trade",1,1,1 ], "goods in stock necessary for carrying on a business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock in trade",1,1,2 ], "anything constantly used by someone as a part of his profession, occupation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock in trade",1,1,2 ], "or trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock lock",1,1,1 ], "a lock that is enclosed in a wooden case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock market",1,1,1 ], "another name for stock exchange ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock market",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| name for stock exchange ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock saddle",1,1,1 ], "a cowboy's saddle, esp| an ornamental one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock whip",1,1,1 ], "a whip with a long lash and a short handle, as used to herd cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,1,1 ], "the total goods or raw material kept on the premises of a shop or business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,10 ], "the handle of something, such as a whip or fishing rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,11 ], "the main body of a tool, such as the block of a plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,12 ], "short for diestock, gunstock, linguistic stock, or rolling stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,13 ], "(formerly) the part of a plough to which the irons and handles were attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,14 ], "the main upright part of a supporting structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,15 ], "a liquid or broth in which meat, fish, bones, or vegetables have been simmered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,15 ], "for a long time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,16 ], "film material before exposure and processing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,16,1 ], "a portion of metal cut from a bar upon which a specific process, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,16,1 ], "forging, is to be carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,16,2 ], "the material that is smelted in a blast furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,17 ], "and M| bicornis , of the Mediterranean region: cultivated for their brightly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,17 ], "any of several cruciferous plants of the genus Matthiola, such as M| incana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,17 ], "coloured flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,18 ], "Virginian stock| a similar and related North American plant, Malcomia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,18 ], "maritima" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,19 ], "a long usually white neckcloth wrapped around the neck, worn in the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,19 ], "century and as part of modern riding dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,2 ], "a supply of something stored for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,2,1 ], "entitling their holders to dividends, partial ownership, and usually voting rights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,2,1 ], "the capital raised by a company through the issue and subscription of shares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,2,2 ], "the proportion of such capital held by an individual shareholder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,2,3 ], "the shares of a specified company or industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,2,4 ], "(formerly) the part of an account or tally given to a creditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,2,5 ], "the debt represented by this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,20 ], "a pile of cards left after the deal in certain games, from which players draw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,20,1 ], "the repertoire of plays available to a repertory company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,20,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,21 ], "(on some types of anchors) a crosspiece at the top of the shank under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,21 ], "ring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,22 ], "the centre of a wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,23 ], "an exposed mass of igneous rock that is the uppermost part of an underlying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,23 ], "batholith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,24 ], "a log or block of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,25 ], "an archaic word for stocking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,26 ], "in stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,26,1 ], "stored on the premises or available for sale or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,26,2 ], "supplied with goods of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,27 ], "out of stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,27,1 ], "not immediately available for sale or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,27,2 ], "not having goods of a specified kind immediately available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,28 ], "take stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,28,1 ], "to make an inventory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,28,2 ], "to make a general appraisal, esp| of prospects, resources, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,29 ], "take stock in| to attach importance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,3 ], "standing or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,3,1 ], "farm animals, such as cattle and sheep, bred and kept for their meat, skins," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,30 ], "lock, stock, and barrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,4 ], "the trunk or main stem of a tree or other plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,4,1 ], "a rooted plant into which a scion is inserted during grafting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,4,2 ], "a plant or stem from which cuttings are taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,5 ], "derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,5 ], "the original type from which a particular race, family, group, etc|, is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,6 ], "a race, breed, or variety of animals or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,7 ], "a small pen in which a single animal can be confined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,8 ], "a line of descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,9 ], "any of the major subdivisions of the human species; race or ethnic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,9,1 ], "the handle of a handgun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,9,2 ], "the part of a machine gun that connects the slide to the shoulder piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,9,3 ], "ground for stability during firing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,1,9,3 ], "the part of an artillery gun carriage consisting of a long beam resting on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,2,1 ], "staple standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,2,2 ], "being a cliche; hackneyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,3,1 ], "to keep (goods) for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,4,1 ], "to obtain a store of (something) for future use or sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,5,1 ], "to supply with live animals, fish, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,6,1 ], "to fasten or supply with a stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,7,1 ], "(of a plant) to put forth new shoots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock",1,8,1 ], "to punish by putting in the stocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stock-still",1,1,1 ], "absolutely still; motionless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockade",1,1,1 ], "an enclosure or barrier of stakes and timbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockade",1,1,2 ], "a military prison or detention area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockade",1,2,1 ], "to surround with a stockade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockbreeder",1,1,1 ], "a person who breeds or rears livestock as an occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockbroker belt",1,1,1 ], "exurbia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stockbroker belt",1,1,1 ], "the area outside a city, esp| London, in which rich commuters live| U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockbroker",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to broker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stockbroker",1,1,1 ], "a person who buys and sells securities on a commission basis for customers|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockfish",1,1,1 ], "fish, such as cod or haddock, cured by splitting and drying in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockholder",1,1,1 ], "an owner of corporate capital stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockholder",1,1,2 ], "a person who keeps livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockinet",1,1,1 ], "a machine-knitted elastic fabric used, esp| formerly, for stockings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockinet",1,1,1 ], "undergarments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stocking cap",1,1,1 ], "a conical knitted cap, often with a tassel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocking filler",1,1,1 ], "Christmas stocking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stocking filler",1,1,1 ], "a present, esp| a toy, of a size suitable for inclusion in a child's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocking frame",1,1,1 ], "a type of knitting machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocking mask",1,1,1 ], "a nylon stocking worn over the face by a criminal to disguise the features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocking stitch",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of stitches in knitting consisting of alternate rows of plain and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocking stitch",1,1,1 ], "purl stitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stocking",1,1,1 ], "and part or all of the leg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stocking",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of close-fitting garments made of knitted yarn to cover the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocking",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in position, function, appearance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocking",1,1,3 ], "in stocking feet| wearing stockings or socks but no shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockish",1,1,1 ], "stupid or dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockist",1,1,1 ], "a certain minimum in return for favourable buying terms granted by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stockist",1,1,1 ], "a dealer who undertakes to maintain stocks of a specified product at or above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockist",1,1,1 ], "manufacturer of the product" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stockjobber",1,1,1 ], "a wholesale dealer on a stock exchange who operates as an intermediary between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockjobber",1,1,1 ], "brokers without transacting directly with the public and derives his income from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stockjobber",1,1,1 ], "spread between the bid and offered prices| Often shortened to jobber" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stockjobber",1,1,2 ], "a stockbroker, esp| one dealing in worthless securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockman",1,1,1,1 ], "a man engaged in the rearing or care of farm livestock, esp| cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockman",1,1,1,2 ], "an owner of cattle or other livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockman",1,1,2 ], "a man employed in a warehouse or stockroom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockpile",1,1,1 ], "to acquire and store a large quantity of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockpile",1,2,1 ], "a large store or supply accumulated for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockpot",1,1,1 ], "a pot in which stock for soup, etc|, is made continually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which a stock of goods is kept, as in a shop or factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,1 ], "an instrument of punishment consisting of a heavy wooden frame with holes in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,1 ], "which the feet, hands, or head of an offender were locked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,2 ], "a frame in which an animal is held while receiving veterinary attention or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,2 ], "while being shod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,3 ], "a frame used to support a boat while under construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,4 ], "a vertical post or shaft at the forward edge of a rudder, extended upwards for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,4 ], "attachment to the steering controls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,5 ], "on the stocks| in preparation or under construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocks",1,1,6 ], "stocks and stones| inanimate objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocktaking",1,1,1 ], "the examination, counting, and valuing of goods on hand in a shop, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocktaking",1,1,2 ], "a reassessment of one's current situation, progress, prospects, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocky",1,1,1 ], "stockier, stockiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stocky",1,1,2 ], "(usually of a person) thickset; sturdy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockyard",1,1,1 ], "a large yard with pens or covered buildings where farm animals are assembled," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stockyard",1,1,1 ], "sold, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stodge",1,1,1 ], "heavy filling starchy food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stodge",1,1,2 ], "dialect, chiefly southern English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stodge",1,1,3 ], "baked or steamed pudding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stodge",1,1,4 ], "a dull person or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stodge",1,2,1 ], "to stuff (oneself or another) with food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stodgy",1,1,1 ], "stodgier, stodgiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stodgy",1,1,2 ], "(of food) heavy or uninteresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stodgy",1,1,3 ], "excessively formal and conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stogy",1,1,1 ], "any long cylindrical inexpensive cigar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoic",1,1,1 ], "a person who maintains stoical qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoic",1,2,1 ], "variant of stoical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoical",1,1,1 ], "characterized by impassivity or resignation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiology",1,1,1 ], "animal tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the study of the cellular components of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometric",1,1,1 ], "chemical reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometric",1,1,1 ], "concerned with, involving, or having the exact proportions for a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometric",1,1,2 ], "(of a compound) having its component elements present in the exact proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometric",1,1,2 ], "indicated by its formula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometric",1,1,3 ], "of or concerned with stoichiometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometry",1,1,1 ], "combined in compounds and the quantitative relationships between reactants and products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometry",1,1,1 ], "in chemical reactions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stoichiometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the proportions in which elements are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoicism",1,1,1 ], "indifference to pleasure and pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoicism",1,1,2 ], "the philosophy of the Stoics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoke up",1,1,1 ], "1| to feed and tend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoke up",1,1,2 ], "(a fire, etc|) with fuel| 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoke up",1,2,1 ], "to fill oneself with food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoke",1,1,1 ], "to feed, stir, and tend (a fire, furnace, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoke",1,2,1 ], "to tend the furnace of; act as a stoker for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stokehold",1,1,1 ], "a coal bunker for a ship's furnace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stokehold",1,1,2 ], "the hold for a ship's boilers; fire room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stokehole",1,1,1 ], "another word for stokehold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stokehole",1,1,2 ], "a hole in a furnace through which it is stoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoker",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to tend a furnace, as on a steamship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stokes",1,1,1 ], "10'-'4 square metre per second| Symbol: St" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stokes",1,1,1 ], "poise divided by its density in grams per cubic centimetre| 1 stokes is equivalent to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stokes",1,1,1 ], "the cgs unit of kinematic viscosity, equal to the viscosity of a fluid in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stole",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stole",2,1,1 ], "a long scarf or shawl, worn by women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stolen",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stolid",1,1,1 ], "showing little or no emotion or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stollen",1,1,1 ], "a rich sweet bread containing nuts, raisins, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stolon",1,1,1 ], "another name for runner (sense 11)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stolon",1,1,2 ], "a branching structure in lower animals, esp| the anchoring rootlike part of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stolon",1,1,2 ], "colonial organisms, such as hydroids, on which the polyps are borne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoma",1,1,1 ], "an epidermal pore, present in large numbers in plant leaves, that controls the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoma",1,1,1 ], "passage of gases into and out of a plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoma",1,1,2 ], "a mouth or mouthlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach pump",1,1,1 ], "a suction device for removing stomach contents via an orally-inserted tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach worm",1,1,1 ], "any of various nematode worms that are parasitic in the stomach of mammals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach worm",1,1,1 ], "esp| Haemonchus contortus, which infests sheep: family Trichostrongylidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,1,1 ], "(in vertebrates) the enlarged muscular saclike part of the alimentary canal in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,1,1 ], "which food is stored until it has been partially digested and rendered into chyme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding digestive organ in invertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,1,3 ], "the abdominal region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,1,4 ], "desire, appetite, or inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,1,5 ], "an archaic word for temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,1,6 ], "an obsolete word for pride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,2,1 ], "to tolerate; bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomach",1,2,2 ], "to eat or digest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomachache",1,1,1 ], "name: gastralgia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stomachache",1,1,1 ], "pain in the stomach or abdominal region, as from acute indigestion| Technical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomacher",1,1,1 ], "a decorative V-shaped panel of stiff material worn over the chest and stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomacher",1,1,1 ], "by men and women in the 16th century, later only by women" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stomachic",1,1,1 ], "stimulating gastric activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomachic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomachic",1,2,1 ], "a stomachic medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomachy",1,1,1 ], "having a large belly; paunchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomachy",1,1,2 ], "easily angered; irritable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomack",1,1,1 ], "East African informal| to be pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomata",1,1,1 ], "the plural of stoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomatal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or possessing stomata or a stoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a mouth or mouthlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomatitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomato-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the mouth or a mouthlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomatology",1,1,1 ], "and diseases of the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stomatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine or dentistry concerned with the structures, functions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomatoplasty",1,1,1 ], "plastic surgery or surgical repair involving the mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomatopod",1,1,1 ], "any marine crustacean of the order Stomatopoda, having abdominal gills:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomatopod",1,1,1 ], "subclass Malacostraca|The group includes the mantis shrimp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stomodaeum",1,1,1 ], "mouth and stomach" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stomodaeum",1,1,1 ], "of the ectoderm and develops into the part of the alimentary canal between the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stomodaeum",1,1,1 ], "the oral cavity of a vertebrate embryo, which is formed from an invagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomp",1,1,1 ], "to tread or stamp heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stomp",1,2,1 ], "a rhythmical stamping jazz dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone axe",1,1,1 ], "a blunt axe used for cutting stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone bass",1,1,1 ], "a large sea perch, Polyprion americanus, of the Atlantic and Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone boiling",1,1,1 ], "a primitive method of boiling liquid with heated stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone bramble",1,1,1 ], "a herbaceous Eurasian rosaceous plant, Rubus saxatilis, of stony places," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone bramble",1,1,1 ], "having white flowers and berry-like scarlet fruits (drupelets)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stone curlew",1,1,1 ], "any of several brownish shore birds of the family Burhinidae, esp| Burhinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone curlew",1,1,1 ], "oedicnemus, having a large head and eyes: order Charadriiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stone fruit",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for drupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone marten",1,1,1 ], "a marten, Martes foina, of Eurasian woods and forests, having a brown coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone marten",1,1,1 ], "with a pale underfur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stone marten",1,1,2 ], "the highly valued fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone parsley",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean region, having clusters of small white flowers and aromatic seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stone parsley",1,1,1 ], "a roadside umbelliferous plant, Sison amomum, of W Europe and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone pit",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for quarry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone roller",1,1,1 ], "U|S|, having a narrow black stripe on the dorsal and anal fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stone roller",1,1,1 ], "a small silvery freshwater cyprinid fish, Campostoma anomalum, of the eastern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone saw",1,1,1 ], "an untoothed iron saw used to cut stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 10],"(in certain games) a piece or man",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"any of various dull grey colours",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"as adj",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 11],"a rare word for ,testicle",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 12],"relating to or made of stone",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 13],"made of stoneware",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 14],"cast a stone (at)| cast aspersions (upon)",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 15],"heart of stone| an obdurate or unemotional nature",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 16],"leave no stone unturned| to do everything possible to achieve an end",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 1],"the hard compact nonmetallic material of which rocks are made",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 2],"a small lump of rock; pebble",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"a piece of rock designed or shaped for some particular purpose",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"something that resembles a stone",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"gravestone; millstone",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"hailstone",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 3],"short for ,gemstone",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 4],"seed; endocarp",2). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 4],"the woody central part of such fruits as the peach and plum, that contains the",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 5],"any similar hard part of a fruit, such as the stony seed of a date",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 6],"a unit of weight, used esp| to express human body weight, equal to 14 pounds",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 6],"or 6|350 kilograms",2). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 7],"the rounded heavy mass of granite or iron used in the game of curling",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 8],"a nontechnical name for ,calculus",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 9],"a table with a very flat iron or stone surface upon which pages are composed",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 1, 9],"into formes; imposition table",2). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 2, 2],"stone deaf",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 4, 1],"to throw stones at, esp| to kill",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 4, 2],"to remove the stones from",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 4, 3],"to furnish or provide with stones",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 4, 4],"to castrate",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 4, 5],"stone the crows| Brit| informal",1). c_DEF([ "stone" ,1, 4, 6],"an expression of surprise or dismay",1). c_DEF([ "stone's throw",1,1,1 ], "a short distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone-blind",1,1,1 ], "completely blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stone-lily",1,1,1 ], "the fossil of any of several species of sea lily or other crinoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoneboat",1,1,1 ], "a type of sleigh used for moving rocks from fields, for hauling milk cans," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoneboat",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stonecast",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for stone's throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonechat",1,1,1 ], "an Old World songbird, Saxicola torquata, having a black plumage with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonechat",1,1,1 ], "reddish-brown breast: subfamily Turdinae (thrushes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stonecrop",1,1,1 ], "any of various N temperate crassulaceous plants of the genus Sedum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonecrop",1,1,1 ], "fleshy leaves and typically red, yellow, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stonecrop",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonecutter",1,1,1 ], "a person who is skilled in cutting and carving stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonecutter",1,1,2 ], "a machine used to dress stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoned",1,1,1 ], "in a state of intoxication, stupor, or euphoria induced by drugs or alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonefish",1,1,1 ], "a venomous tropical marine scorpaenid fish, Synanceja verrucosa, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonefish",1,1,1 ], "resembles a piece of rock on the seabed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stonefly",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the order Plecoptera, in which the larvae are aquatic, living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonefly",1,1,1 ], "beneath stones, and the adults have long antennae and two pairs of large wings and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stonefly",1,1,1 ], "occur near water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stoneground",1,1,1 ], "(of flour) ground with millstones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonemason",1,1,1 ], "a person who is skilled in preparing stone for building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonewall",1,1,1 ], "(of a batsman) to play defensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonewall",1,1,2 ], "to obstruct or hinder (parliamentary business)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoneware",1,1,1 ], "a hard opaque pottery, fired at a very high temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoneware",1,2,1 ], "made of stoneware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonework",1,1,1 ], "any construction made of stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonework",1,1,2 ], "the process of dressing or setting stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonewort",1,1,1 ], "any of various green algae of the genus Chara, which grow in brackish or fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonewort",1,1,1 ], "water and have jointed fronds encrusted with lime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stonk",1,1,1 ], "to bombard (soldiers, buildings, etc|) with artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonk",1,2,1 ], "a bombardment by artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stonkered",1,1,1 ], "completely exhausted or beaten; whacked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony coral",1,1,1 ], "aggregations of which form reefs and islands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stony coral",1,1,1 ], "any coral of the order Madreporaria, having a calcareous skeleton," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony",1,1,1 ], "stonier, stoniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony",1,1,2 ], "of or resembling stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony",1,1,3 ], "abounding in stone or stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony",1,1,4 ], "unfeeling, heartless, or obdurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony",1,1,5 ], "short for stony-broke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony-broke",1,1,1 ], "completely without money; penniless| U|S| term: stone-broke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stony-hearted",1,1,1 ], "unfeeling; hardhearted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stood",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stooge",1,1,1 ], "an actor who feeds lines to a comedian or acts as his foil or butt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stooge",1,1,2 ], "someone who is taken advantage of by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stooge",1,2,1 ], "to act as a stooge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stook",1,1,1 ], "a number of sheaves set upright in a field to dry with their heads together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stook",1,2,1 ], "to set up (sheaves) in stooks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool ball",1,1,1 ], "a game resembling cricket, still played by girls and women in Sussex, England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool pigeon",1,1,1 ], "a living or dummy pigeon used to decoy others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool pigeon",1,1,2 ], "an informer for the police; nark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool pigeon",1,1,3 ], "a person acting as a decoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,1 ], "a simple seat or footrest consisting of a small flat piece of wood, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,1 ], "resting on three or four legs, a pedestal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,2 ], "a rootstock or base of a plant from which shoots, etc|, are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,3 ], "a cluster of shoots growing from such a base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,4 ], "a decoy used in hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,5 ], "waste matter evacuated from the bowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,6 ], "a lavatory seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,7 ], "(in W Africa, esp| Ghana) a chief's throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,1,8 ], "fall between two stools| to fail through vacillation between two alternatives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,2,1 ], "(of a plant) to send up shoots from the base of the stem, rootstock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stool",1,2,2 ], "to lure wildfowl with a decoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,1,1 ], "to bend (the body or the top half of the body) forward and downward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,1,2 ], "to carry oneself with head and shoulders habitually bent forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by to) to abase or degrade oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,1,4 ], "(often foll| by to) to condescend; deign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,1,5 ], "(of a bird of prey) to swoop down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,1,6 ], "to give in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,2,1 ], "the act, position, or characteristic of stooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,2,2 ], "a lowering from a position of dignity or superiority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",1,2,3 ], "a downward swoop, esp| of a bird of prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",2,1,1 ], "a small platform with steps up to it at the entrance to a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",3,1,1 ], "dialect| a pillar or post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoop",4,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of stoup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop bath",1,1,1 ], "a developer on a film, plate, or paper before the material is immersed in fixer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop bath",1,1,1 ], "a weakly acidic solution used in photographic processing to stop the action of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop chorus",1,1,1 ], "a solo during which the rhythm section plays only the first beat of each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop chorus",1,1,1 ], "phrase of music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop down",1,1,1 ], "to reduce the size of the aperture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop down",1,1,2 ], "(a camera lens)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop inor stop by" ,1, 1, 1],"place",2). c_DEF([ "stop inor stop by" ,1, 1, 1],"to halt and call somewhere, as on a visit or errand, esp| en route to another",1). c_DEF([ "stop order",1,1,1 ], "an instruction to a broker to sell one or more shares when the price offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop order",1,1,1 ], "for them falls below a stipulated level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop out",1,1,1 ], "prevent it from being dyed, etched, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop out",1,1,1 ], "to cover (part of the area) of a piece of cloth, printing plate, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop payment",1,1,1 ], "an instruction to a bank by the drawer of a cheque to refuse payment on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop press",1,1,1 ], "news items inserted into a newspaper after the printing has been started" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop press",1,1,2 ], "the space regularly left blank for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop thrust",1,1,1 ], "another name for stop (sense 29)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop time",1,1,1 ], "a passage where the beat stops temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,1,1 ], "to cease from doing or being (something); discontinue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,1,2 ], "halt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,1,2 ], "to cause (something moving) to halt or (of something moving) to come to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,10,1 ], "to deduct (money) from pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,11,1 ], "to provide with punctuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,12,1 ], "to beat (an opponent) either by a knockout or a technical knockout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,13,1 ], "to receive (a blow, hit, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,14,1 ], "to stay or rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,15,1 ], "to defeat, beat, or kill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,16,1,1 ], "pressing down on it at some point with the finger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,16,1,1 ], "to alter the vibrating length of (a string on a violin, guitar, etc|) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,16,1,2 ], "(a finger hole, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,16,1,2 ], "to alter the vibrating length of an air column in a wind instrument by closing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,16,1,3 ], "to produce (a note) in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,17,1 ], "and pitch or play (a note) on a French horn in such a manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,17,1 ], "to place a hand inside (the bell of a French horn) to alter the tone colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,17,2 ], "strong)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,17,2 ], "to have a protecting card or winner in (a suit in which one's opponents are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,17,3 ], "stop at nothing| to allow no feelings of doubt or scruples to hinder one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,1 ], "an arrest of movement or progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10 ], "short for stop payment or stop order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10,1 ], "the act of stopping the string, finger hole, etc|, of an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10,2 ], "a set of organ pipes or harpsichord strings that may be allowed to sound as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10,2 ], "group by muffling or silencing all other such sets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10,3 ], "a knob, lever, or handle on an organ, etc|, that is operated to allow sets of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10,3 ], "pipes to sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10,4 ], "an analogous device on a harpsichord or other instrument with variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,10,4 ], "registers, such as an electrophonic instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,11 ], "pull out all the stops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,11,1 ], "to play at full volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,11,2 ], "to spare no effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,12 ], "a stud on a football boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,13 ], "in breeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,13 ], "the angle between the forehead and muzzle of a dog or cat, regarded as a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,14 ], "a short length of line or small stuff used as a tie, esp| for a furled sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,15 ], "Stops include the labials (p, b), the alveolars or dentals (t, d), the velars (k, g)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,15 ], "any of a class of consonants articulated by first making a complete closure at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,15 ], "some point of the vocal tract and then releasing it abruptly with audible plosion|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,15,1 ], "a setting of the aperture of a camera lens, calibrated to the corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,15,1 ], "f-number" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,15,2 ], "another name for diaphragm (sense 4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,16 ], "a block or carving used to complete the end of a moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,17 ], "a protecting card or winner in a suit in which one's opponents are strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,2 ], "the act of stopping or the state of being stopped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,3 ], "a place where something halts or pauses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,4 ], "a stay in or as if in the course of a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,5 ], "the act or an instance of blocking or obstructing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,6 ], "a plug or stopper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,7 ], "a block, screw, or other device or object that prevents, limits, or terminates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,7 ], "the motion of a mechanism or moving part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,8 ], "a punctuation mark, esp| a full stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,9 ], "a counterthrust made without a parry in the hope that one's blade will touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,18,9 ], "before one's opponent's blade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,2,1 ], "to prevent the continuance or completion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,3,1 ], "to prevent or restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,4,1 ], "to keep back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,5,1 ], "to intercept or hinder in transit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,6,1 ], "to block or plug, esp| so as to close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,7,1 ], "to fill a hole or opening in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,8,1 ], "to staunch or stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop",1,9,1 ], "to instruct a bank not to honour (a cheque)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop-go",1,1,1 ], "(of economic policy) characterized by deliberate alternate expansion and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stop-go",1,1,1 ], "contraction of aggregate demand in an effort to curb inflation and eliminate balance of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stop-go",1,1,1 ], "payments deficits, and yet maintain full employment" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stopcock",1,1,1 ], "a valve used to control or stop the flow of a fluid in a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stope",1,1,1 ], "a steplike excavation made in a mine to extract ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stope",1,2,1 ], "to mine (ore, etc|) by cutting stopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopgap",1,1,1,1 ], "a temporary substitute for something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopgap",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoping",1,1,1 ], "movement of magma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoping",1,1,1 ], "the process by which country rock is broken up and engulfed by the upward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoplight",1,1,1 ], "a red light on a traffic signal indicating that vehicles or pedestrians coming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoplight",1,1,1 ], "towards it should stop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stoplight",1,1,2 ], "another word for brake light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopover" ,1, 1, 1],"a stopping place on a journey",1). c_DEF([ "stopover" ,1, 2, 2],"(intr|, adv|) to make a stopover",1). c_DEF([ "stoppage",1,1,1 ], "the act of stopping or the state of being stopped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoppage",1,1,2 ], "something that stops or blocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoppage",1,1,3 ], "a deduction of money, as from pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoppage",1,1,4 ], "an organized cessation of work, as during a strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopped",1,1,1 ], "(of a pipe or tube, esp| an organ pipe) closed at one end and thus sounding an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopped",1,1,1 ], "octave lower than an open pipe of the same length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stopper",1,1,1 ], "a plug or bung for closing a bottle, pipe, duct, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopper",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that stops or puts an end to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopper",1,1,3 ], "another name for stop (sense 39)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopper",1,2,1 ], "Also: stopple| to close or fit with a stopper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopping",1,1,1 ], "a dental filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopping",1,1,2 ], "a solid barrier in a mine tunnel to seal off harmful gases, fire, fresh air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopping",1,1,2 ], "from used air, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stopping",1,2,1 ], "making many stops in a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stops",1,1,1 ], "any one of several card games in which players must play their cards in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stops",1,1,1 ], "certain sequences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stopwatch",1,1,1 ], "a type of watch used for timing events, such as sporting events, accurately," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stopwatch",1,1,1 ], "having a device for stopping the hand or hands instantly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storage battery",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for accumulator (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage capacity",1,1,1 ], "storage device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storage capacity",1,1,1 ], "the maximum number of bits, bytes, or words that can be held in a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage device",1,1,1 ], "a piece of computer equipment, such as a magnetic tape, disk, drum, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage device",1,1,1 ], "or on which data and instructions can be stored, usually in binary form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storage heater",1,1,1 ], "an electric device capable of accumulating and radiating heat generated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage heater",1,1,1 ], "off-peak electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storage",1,1,1 ], "the act of storing or the state of being stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage",1,1,2 ], "space or area reserved for storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage",1,1,3 ], "a charge made for storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage",1,1,3,1 ], "magnetic tape, disk, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storage",1,1,3,1 ], "the act or process of storing information in a computer memory or on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storage",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storax",1,1,1 ], "and subtropical regions, having drooping showy white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storax",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous styracaceous trees or shrubs of the genus Styrax, of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storax",1,1,2 ], "a vanilla-scented solid resin obtained from one of these trees, Styrax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storax",1,1,2 ], "officinalis of the Mediterranean region and SW Asia, formerly used as incense and in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storax",1,1,2 ], "perfumery and medicine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "storax",1,1,3 ], "a liquid aromatic balsam obtained from liquidambar trees, esp| Liquidambar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storax",1,1,3 ], "orientalis of SW Asia, and used in perfumery and medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,1,1 ], "to keep, set aside, or accumulate for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,2,1 ], "to place in a warehouse, depository, etc|, for safekeeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,3,1 ], "to supply, provide, or stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,4,1 ], "to be put into storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,4,2 ], "to enter or retain (information) in a storage device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,1,1 ], "a large supply or stock kept for future use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,1,1 ], "an establishment for the retail sale of goods and services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,2 ], "short for department store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,2,1 ], "a storage place such as a warehouse or depository" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,3 ], "the state of being stored (esp| in the phrase in store)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,4 ], "a large amount or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,5 ], "another name for memory (sense 7)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,6 ], "a pig that has not yet been weaned and weighs less than 40 kg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,7 ], "in store| forthcoming or imminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "store",1,5,8 ], "lay, put, or set store by| to value or reckon as important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storehouse",1,1,1 ], "a place where things are stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storekeeper",1,1,1 ], "a manager, owner, or keeper of a store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storeroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which things are stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storeroom",1,1,2 ], "room for storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stores",1,1,1 ], "supply or stock of something, esp| essentials, for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storey house",1,1,1 ], "(in W Africa) a house having more than one storey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storey",1,1,1 ], "a floor or level of a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storey",1,1,2 ], "a set of rooms on one level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storeyed",1,1,1,1 ], "having a storey or storeys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storeyed",1,1,1,2 ], "a two-storeyed house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storiated",1,1,1 ], "another word for historiated or storied ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storied",1,1,1 ], "recorded in history or in a story; fabled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storied",1,1,2 ], "decorated with narrative scenes or pictures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stork",1,1,1 ], "Old World, having very long legs and a long stout pointed bill, and typically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stork",1,1,1 ], "any large wading bird of the family Ciconiidae, chiefly of warm regions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stork",1,1,1 ], "having a white-and-black plumage: order Ciconiiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stork",1,1,2 ], "a variety of domestic fancy pigeon resembling the fairy swallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storksbill",1,1,1 ], "any of various geraniaceous plants of the genus Erodium, esp| E| cicutarium ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storksbill",1,1,1 ], "having pink or reddish-purple flowers and fruits with a beaklike process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm belt",1,1,1 ], "an area of the earth's surface in which storms are frequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm centre",1,1,1 ], "the centre of a cyclonic storm, etc|, where pressure is lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm centre",1,1,2 ], "the centre of any disturbance or trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm cloud",1,1,1 ], "a heavy dark cloud presaging rain or a storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm cloud",1,1,2 ], "a herald of disturbance, anger, or violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm collar",1,1,1 ], "a high collar on a coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm cone",1,1,1 ], "a canvas cone hoisted as a warning of high winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm glass",1,1,1 ], "a sealed tube containing a solution supposed to change in appearance according" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm glass",1,1,1 ], "to the weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm lantern",1,1,1 ], "another name for hurricane lamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm petrel",1,1,1 ], "Hydrobatidae, typically having a dark plumage with paler underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm petrel",1,1,1 ], "any small petrel, such as the northern Hydrobates pelagicus, of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm warning",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of lights, flags, etc|, displayed at certain ports as a warning to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm warning",1,1,1 ], "shipping of an approaching storm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm warning",1,1,2 ], "an announcement on radio or television of an approaching storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm warning",1,1,3 ], "any warning of approaching danger or trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm window",1,1,1 ], "an additional window fitted to the outside of an ordinary window to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm window",1,1,1 ], "insulation against wind, cold, rain, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,1,1 ], "a violent weather condition of strong winds, rain, hail, thunder, lightning," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,1,1 ], "blowing sand, snow, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,2 ], "a violent gale of force 11 on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,3 ], "a violent disturbance or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,4 ], "a direct assault on a stronghold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,5 ], "a heavy discharge or rain, as of bullets or missiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,6 ], "short for storm window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,7 ], "U|S| equivalent: tempest in a teapot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,7 ], "storm in a teacup| Brit| a violent fuss or disturbance over a trivial matter|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,8 ], "take by storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,8,1 ], "to capture or overrun by a violent assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,1,8,2 ], "to overwhelm and enthral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,2,1 ], "to attack or assault (something) suddenly and violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,3,1 ], "to be vociferously angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,4,1 ], "to move or rush violently or angrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,5,1 ], "lightning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "storm",1,5,1 ], "to rain, hail, or snow hard and be very windy, often with thunder or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm-cock",1,1,1 ], "another name for missel thrush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm-trooper",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Nazi S|A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storm-trooper",1,1,2 ], "a member of a force of shock troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stormbound",1,1,1 ], "detained or harassed by storms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stormproof",1,1,1 ], "withstanding or giving protection against storms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stormy petrel",1,1,1 ], "another name for storm petrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stormy petrel",1,1,2 ], "a person who brings or portends trouble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stormy",1,1,1 ], "stormier, stormiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stormy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by storms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stormy",1,1,3 ], "outburst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stormy",1,1,3 ], "subject to, involving, or characterized by violent disturbance or emotional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "story line",1,1,1 ], "the plot of a book, film, play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 10],"the same old story| the familiar or regular course of events",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 11],"the story goes| it is commonly said or believed",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 1],"a narration of a chain of events told or written in prose or verse",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of fiction, briefer and usually less detailed than a novel",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 3],"the plot of a book, film, etc",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 4],"an event that could be the subject of a narrative",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 5],"a report or statement on a matter or event",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 6],"the event or material for such a report",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 7],"a lie, fib, or untruth",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 8],"cut ,a long story short| to leave out details in a narration",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 1, 9],"quite another story now| things or circumstances have changed",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 3, 1],"to decorate (a pot, wall, etc|) with scenes from history or legends",1). c_DEF([ "story" ,1, 3, 2],"to tell the story of",1). c_DEF([ "story",2,1,1 ], "another spelling (esp| U|S|) of storey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storybook",1,1,1 ], "a book containing stories, esp| for children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storybook",1,2,1 ], "unreal or fantastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storyteller",1,1,1 ], "a person who tells stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "storyteller",1,1,2 ], "a liar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoss",1,1,1 ], "(of the side of a hill, crag, etc|) facing the onward flow of a glacier or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoss",1,1,1 ], "direction in which a former glacier flowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stot",1,1,1 ], "dialect, chiefly Scot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stot",1,1,2 ], "to bounce or cause to bounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stot",1,2,1 ], "to stagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stotinka",1,1,1 ], "a Bulgarian monetary unit worth one hundredth of a lev" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stotious",1,1,1 ], "drunk; inebriated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stotter",1,1,1 ], "dialect, chiefly Glasgow| a good-looking fashionably dressed young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stound",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stound",1,1,2 ], "a short while; instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stound",1,1,3 ], "a pang or pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoup",1,1,1 ], "a small basin for holy water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoup",1,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoup",1,1,3 ], "a bucket or cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stour",1,1,1 ], "and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stour",1,1,2 ], "turmoil or conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stour",1,1,3 ], "dust, esp| a cloud of dust raised by the rapid movement of a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoush",1,1,1 ], "to hit or punch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stoush",1,2,1 ], "fighting, violence, or a fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stout",1,1,1 ], "solidly built or corpulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stout",1,1,2 ], "resolute or valiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stout",1,1,3 ], "strong, substantial, and robust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stout",1,1,4 ], "a stout heart| courage; resolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stout",1,2,1 ], "strong porter highly flavoured with malt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stouthearted",1,1,1 ], "valiant; brave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stove enamel",1,1,1 ], "a type of enamel made heatproof by treatment in a stove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stove",1,1,1 ], "another word for cooker (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stove",1,1,2 ], "any heating apparatus, such as a kiln" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stove",1,2,1 ], "to process (ceramics, metalwork, etc|) by heating in a stove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stove",2,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of stave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stovepipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe that serves as a flue to a stove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stovepipe",1,1,2 ], "a man's tall silk hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stovepipes",1,1,1 ], "tight trousers with narrow legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stover",1,1,1 ], "fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stover",1,1,2 ], "cornstalks used as fodder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stow",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by away) to pack or store" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stow",1,1,2 ], "to fill by packing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stow",1,1,3 ], "to pack or put away (cargo, sails and other gear, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stow",1,1,4 ], "to have enough room for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stow",1,1,5 ], "to cease from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stowage",1,1,1 ], "space, room, or a charge for stowing goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stowage",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of stowing or the state of being stowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stowage",1,1,3 ], "something that is stowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stowaway" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who hides aboard a vehicle, ship, or aircraft in order to gain free",1). c_DEF([ "stowaway" ,1, 1, 1],"passage",2). c_DEF([ "stowaway" ,1, 2, 1],"way",1). c_DEF([ "stowaway" ,1, 2, 2],"to travel in such a way",1). c_DEF([ "strabismus",1,1,1 ], "abnormal parallel alignment of one or both eyes, characterized by a turning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strabismus",1,1,1 ], "inwards or outwards from the nose: caused by paralysis of an eye muscle, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strabotomy",1,1,1 ], "a former method of treating strabismus by surgical division of one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strabotomy",1,1,1 ], "muscles of the eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,1,1 ], "to have one leg, part, or support on each side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,2,1 ], "to be in favour of both sides of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,3,1 ], "to stand, walk, or sit with the legs apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,4,1 ], "to spread (the legs) apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,4,2 ], "determine the correct range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,4,2 ], "to fire a number of shots slightly beyond and slightly short of (a target) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,5,1 ], "(in poker, of the second player after the dealer) to double the ante before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,5,1 ], "looking at one's cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,1 ], "the act or position of straddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,2 ], "a noncommittal attitude or stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,3 ], "a contract or option permitting its purchaser either to sell securities to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,3 ], "buy securities from the maker of the contract within a specified period of time| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,3 ], "is a combination of a put and a call option" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,4 ], "a high-jumping technique in which the body is parallel with the bar and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,4 ], "legs straddle it at the highest point of the jump" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,5 ], "(in poker) the stake put up after the ante in poker by the second player after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straddle",1,6,5 ], "the dealer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strafe",1,1,1 ], "to bombard (troops, etc|) from the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strafe",1,1,2 ], "to punish harshly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strafe",1,2,1 ], "an act or instance of strafing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straggle",1,1,1 ], "to go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way; stray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straggle",1,1,2 ], "to linger behind or wander from a main line or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight and narrow",1,1,1 ], "the proper, honest, and moral path of behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight angle",1,1,1 ], "an angle of 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight arm lift",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling attack, in which a wrestler twists his opponent's arm against the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight arm lift",1,1,1 ], "joint and lifts him by it, often using his shoulder as a fulcrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straight bat",1,1,1 ], "a bat held vertically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight bat",1,1,2 ], "honest or honourable behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight chain",1,1,1 ], "an open chain of atoms in a molecule with no attached side chains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight chair",1,1,1 ], "a straight-backed side chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight face",1,1,1 ], "a serious facial expression, esp| one that conceals the impulse to laugh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight fight",1,1,1 ], "a contest between two candidates only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight flush",1,1,1 ], "(in poker) five consecutive cards of the same suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight joint",1,1,1 ], "a vertical joint in brickwork that is directly above a vertical joint in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight joint",1,1,1 ], "course below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straight man",1,1,1 ], "a subsidiary actor who acts as stooge to a comedian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight off",1,1,1 ], "without deliberation or hesitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight razor",1,1,1 ], "another name for cutthroat (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight ticket",1,1,1 ], "a ballot for all the candidates of one and only one political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,1 ], "not curved or crooked; continuing in the same direction without deviating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,10 ], "correctly arranged; orderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,11 ], "(of a play, acting style, etc|) straightforward or serious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,12 ], "(of a story, article, etc|) giving the facts without unnecessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,12 ], "embellishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,13 ], "sold at a fixed unit price irrespective of the quantity sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,14 ], "(of a blow, etc|) delivered with an unbent arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,15 ], "(of the cylinders of an internal-combustion engine) in line, rather than in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,15 ], "V-formation or in some other arrangement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,16 ], "a slang word for heterosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,17 ], "no longer owing or being owed something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,18 ], "conventional in views, customs, appearance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,2 ], "straightforward, outright, or candid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,3 ], "even, level, or upright in shape or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,4 ], "in keeping with the facts; accurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,5 ], "honest, respectable, or reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,6 ], "accurate or logical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,7 ], "continuous; uninterrupted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,8 ], "(esp| of an alcoholic drink) undiluted; neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,1,9 ], "not crisp, kinked, or curly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,1 ], "in a straight line or direct course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,2 ], "immediately; at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,3 ], "in an even, level, or upright position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,4 ], "without cheating, lying, or unreliability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,5 ], "continuously; uninterruptedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,6 ], "without discount regardless of the quantity sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,7 ], "(often foll| by out) frankly; candidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,2,8 ], "go straight| Informal| to reform after having been dishonest or a criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,1 ], "the state of being straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,2 ], "a straight line, form, part, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,3 ], "a straight part of a racetrack| U|S| name: straightaway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,3,1 ], "five cards that are in sequence irrespective of suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,3,2 ], "a hand containing such a sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,3,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,4 ], "a conventional person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight",1,3,5 ], "a cigarette containing only tobacco, without drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-arm",1,1,1 ], "(of a tackle) performed with the arm fully extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-arm",1,2,1 ], "to ward off (an opponent) with the arm outstretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-laced",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of strait-laced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-line",1,1,1 ], "as modifier(of a machine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-line",1,1,2 ], "having components that are arranged in a row or that move in a straight line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-line",1,1,2 ], "when in operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straight-line",1,1,3 ], "against gross profit for each year of an asset's expected life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straight-line",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a method of depreciation whereby equal charges are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-out",1,1,1 ], "complete; thoroughgoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straight-out",1,1,2 ], "frank or honest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightaway",1,1,1 ], "also straight away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightaway",1,1,2 ], "at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightaway",1,2,1 ], "the U|S| word for straight ,1,29" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightedge",1,1,1 ], "a stiff strip of wood or metal with one edge straight and true, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightedge",1,1,1 ], "ruling straight lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straighten out",1,1,1 ], "to make or become less complicated or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straighten out",1,1,2 ], "to reform or become reformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straighten up",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become erect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straighten up",1,1,2 ], "to reform or become reformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straighten",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up or out) to make or become straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straighten",1,1,2 ], "to make neat or tidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightforward",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) honest, frank, or simple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightforward",1,1,2 ], "(of a task, etc|) simple easy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightforward",1,3,1 ], "in a straight course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightjacket",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of straitjacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straightway",1,1,1 ], "at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain hardening",1,1,1 ], "a process in which a metal is permanently deformed in order to increase its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain hardening",1,1,1 ], "resistance to further deformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,1,1 ], "to draw or be drawn taut; stretch tight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,1,2 ], "to exert, tax, or use (resources) to the utmost extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,1,3 ], "to injure or damage or be injured or damaged by overexertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,1,4 ], "to deform or be deformed as a result of a stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,2,1 ], "to make intense or violent efforts; strive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,2,2 ], "to subject or be subjected to mental tension or stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,2,3 ], "through a sieve, filter, or strainer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,2,3 ], "to pour or pass (a substance) or (of a substance) to be poured or passed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,3,1 ], "as if by filtering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,3,1 ], "to draw off or remove (one part of a substance or mixture from another) by or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,4,1 ], "to clasp tightly; hug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,5,1 ], "to force or constrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,6,1,1 ], "to push, pull, or work with violent exertion (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,6,1,2 ], "to strive (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,6,1,3 ], "to balk or scruple (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,1 ], "the act or an instance of straining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,2 ], "the damage resulting from excessive exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,3 ], "an intense physical or mental effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,4 ], "a theme, melody, or tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,5 ], "a great demand on the emotions, resources, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,6 ], "a ratio of lengths, areas, or volumes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,6 ], "the change in dimension of a body under load expressed as the ratio of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",1,7,6 ], "total deflection or change in dimension to the original unloaded dimension| It may be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strain",2,1,1 ], "the main body of descendants from one ancestor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",2,1,2 ], "a group of organisms within a species or variety, distinguished by one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",2,1,2 ], "minor characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strain",2,1,3 ], "a variety of bacterium or fungus, esp| one used for a culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",2,1,4 ], "a streak; trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strain",2,1,5 ], "a kind, type, or sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strained",1,1,1 ], "(of an action, performance, etc|) not natural or spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strained",1,1,2 ], "(of an atmosphere, relationship, etc|) not relaxed; tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strainer",1,1,1 ], "a sieve used for straining sauces, vegetables, tea, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strainer",1,1,2 ], "a gauze or simple filter used to strain liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straining piece",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal tie beam that connects the top of two queen posts of a roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straining piece",1,1,1 ], "truss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,1,1,1 ], "a narrow channel of the sea linking two larger areas of sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,1,1,2 ], "the Strait of Gibraltar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,1,2 ], "a position of acute difficulty (often in the phrase in dire or desperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,1,2 ], "straits)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,1,3 ], "a narrow place or passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,2,1 ], "(of spaces, etc|) affording little room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,2,2 ], "(of circumstances, etc|) limiting or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strait",1,2,3 ], "severe, strict, or scrupulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strait-laced",1,1,1 ], "prudish or puritanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straiten",1,1,1 ], "to embarrass or distress, esp| financially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straiten",1,2,1 ], "to limit, confine, or restrict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straiten",1,2,2 ], "to make or become narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straitjacket",1,1,1 ], "a jacket made of strong canvas material with long sleeves for binding the arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straitjacket",1,1,1 ], "of violent prisoners or mental patients" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strake",1,1,1,1 ], "a curved metal plate forming part of the metal rim on a wooden wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strake",1,1,1,2 ], "any metal plate let into a rubber tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strake",1,1,2 ], "one of a continuous range of planks or plates forming the side of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stramonium",1,1,1 ], "a preparation of the dried leaves and flowers of the thorn apple, containing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stramonium",1,1,1 ], "hyoscyamine and used as a drug to treat nervous disorders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stramonium",1,1,2 ], "another name for thorn apple (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",1,1,1 ], "like) to be left or driven ashore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strand",1,1,1 ], "to leave or drive (ships, fish, etc|) aground or ashore or (of ships or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",1,2,1 ], "to leave helpless, as without transport or money, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",1,3,1 ], "a shore or beach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",1,3,2 ], "a foreign country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",2,1,1 ], "a set of or one of the individual fibres or threads of string, wire, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",2,1,1 ], "that form a rope, cable, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strand",2,1,2 ], "a single length of string, hair, wool, wire, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",2,1,3 ], "a string of pearls or beads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strand",2,2,1 ], "to form (a rope, cable, etc|) by winding strands together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange particle",1,1,1 ], "an elementary particle having a nonzero strangeness number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,1,1 ], "odd, unusual, or extraordinary in appearance, effect, manner, etc|; peculiar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,1,2 ], "not known, seen, or experienced before; unfamiliar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,1,3 ], "not easily explained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,1,4 ], "(usually foll| by to) inexperienced (in) or unaccustomed (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,1,5 ], "not of one's own kind, locality, etc|; alien; foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,1,6 ], "shy; distant; reserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,1,7 ], "strange to say| it is unusual or suprising that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strange",1,2,1 ], "in a strange manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangeness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangeness",1,1,2 ], "(strangeness number) conserved in strong but not in weak interactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strangeness",1,1,2 ], "a property of certain elementary particles, characterized by a quantum number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranger",1,1,1 ], "any person whom one does not know" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranger",1,1,2 ], "a person who is new to a particular locality, from another region, town, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranger",1,1,3 ], "a guest or visitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranger",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by to) a person who is unfamiliar (with) or new (to) something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranger",1,1,5 ], "a person who is neither party nor privy to a transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranger",1,1,6 ], "little stranger| Jocular| a new-born child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranger's gallery",1,1,1 ], "another name for public gallery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangle",1,1,1 ], "to kill by compressing the windpipe; throttle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangle",1,2,1 ], "to prevent or inhibit the growth or development of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangle",1,3,1 ], "to suppress (an utterance) by or as if by swallowing suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranglehold",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler's arms are pressed against his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stranglehold",1,1,1 ], "opponent's windpipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stranglehold",1,1,2 ], "complete power or control over a person or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangles",1,1,1 ], "an acute bacterial disease of horses caused by infection with Streptococcus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangles",1,1,1 ], "equi, characterized by inflammation of the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strangulate",1,1,1 ], "air, blood, etc|, through it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strangulate",1,1,1 ], "to constrict (a hollow organ, vessel, etc|) so as to stop the natural flow of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangulate",1,1,2 ], "another word for strangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangury",1,1,1 ], "painful excretion of urine, drop by drop, caused by muscular spasms of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strangury",1,1,1 ], "urinary tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strap hinge",1,1,1 ], "a hinge with a long leaf or flap attached to the face of a door, gate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strap work",1,1,1 ], "decorative work resembling interlacing straps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 1],"a long strip of leather or similar material, for binding trunks, baggage, or",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 1],"other objects",2). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 2],"a strip of leather or similar material used for carrying, lifting, or holding",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 3],"a loop of leather, rubber, etc|, suspended from the roof in a bus or train for",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 3],"standing passengers to hold on to",2). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 4],"a razor strop",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 5],"the strap| a beating with a strap as a punishment",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 1, 6],"short for ,shoulder strap",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 3, 1],"to tie or bind with a strap",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 3, 2],"to beat with a strap",1). c_DEF([ "strap" ,1, 3, 3],"to sharpen with a strap or strop",1). c_DEF([ "strap-oil",1,1,1 ], "a beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straphanger",1,1,1 ], "a passenger in a bus, train, etc|, who has to travel standing, esp| by holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straphanger",1,1,1 ], "on to a strap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strapless",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman''s formal dress, brassiere, etc|) without straps over the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strapless",1,1,1 ], "shoulders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strappado",1,1,1 ], "a system of torture in which a victim was hoisted by a rope tied to his wrists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strappado",1,1,1 ], "and then allowed to drop until his fall was suddenly checked by the rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strapped",1,1,1 ], "badly in need (of money); penniless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strapper",1,1,1 ], "a strapping person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strapping",1,1,1 ], "tall and sturdy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strass",1,1,1 ], "another word for paste (sense 6)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strata",1,1,1 ], "the plural of stratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratagem",1,1,1 ], "a plan or trick, esp| one to deceive an enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strategic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of strategy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strategic",1,1,2 ], "important to a strategy or to strategy in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strategics",1,1,1 ], "strategy, esp| in a military sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strategist",1,1,1 ], "a specialist or expert in strategy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strategy",1,1,1 ], "the art or science of the planning and conduct of a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strategy",1,1,2 ], "the practice or art of using stratagems, as in politics, business, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strategy",1,1,3 ], "a plan or stratagem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strath",1,1,1 ], "a broad valley or glen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strathspey",1,1,1 ], "a slow Scottish reel with gliding steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strati-",1,1,1 ], "indicating stratum or strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straticulate",1,1,1 ], "(of a rock formation) composed of very thin even strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratification",1,1,1 ], "representing the sediment deposited over a specific period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratification",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of sedimentary rocks in distinct layers (strata), each layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratification",1,1,2 ], "the act of stratifying or state of being stratified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratificational grammar",1,1,1 ], "a theory of grammar analysing language in terms of several structural strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratificational grammar",1,1,1 ], "or layers with different syntactic rules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratiform",1,1,1 ], "(of rocks) occurring as or arranged in strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratiform",1,1,2 ], "resembling a stratus cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratify",1,1,1 ], "to form or be formed in layers or strata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratify",1,2,1 ], "earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratify",1,2,1 ], "to preserve or render fertile (seeds) by storing between layers of sand or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratify",1,2,2 ], "develop such groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratify",1,2,2 ], "to divide (a society) into horizontal status groups or (of a society) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratigraphy",1,1,1 ], "order to determine their geological history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratigraphy",1,1,1 ], "the study of the composition, relative positions, etc|, of rock strata in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratigraphy",1,1,2 ], "a vertical section through the earth showing the relative positions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratigraphy",1,1,2 ], "human artefacts and therefore the chronology of successive levels of occupation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strato-",1,1,1 ], "denoting stratus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strato-",1,1,2 ], "denoting the stratosphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratocracy",1,1,1 ], "military rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratocumulus",1,1,1 ], "a uniform stretch of cloud containing dark grey globular masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratopause",1,1,1 ], "mesosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratopause",1,1,1 ], "the transitional zone of maximum temperature between the stratosphere and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratosphere",1,1,1 ], "the atmospheric layer lying between the troposphere and the mesosphere, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratosphere",1,1,1 ], "which temperature generally increases with height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratum",1,1,1 ], "any of the distinct layers into which sedimentary rocks are divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratum",1,1,2 ], "a single layer of tissue or cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratum",1,1,3 ], "a layer of any material, esp| one of several parallel layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratum",1,1,4 ], "a layer of ocean or atmosphere either naturally or arbitrarily demarcated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratum",1,1,5 ], "a level of a social hierarchy that is distinguished according to such criteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratum",1,1,5 ], "as educational achievement or caste status" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,1,1 ], "a grey layer cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,1 ], "(1835-36) he treated the supernatural elements of the story as myth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,1 ], "David Friedrich | 1808-74, German Protestant theologian: in his Life of Jesus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,2 ], "Johann | 1804-49, Austrian composer, noted for his waltzes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,3 ], "his son, Johann, called the Waltz King| 1825-99, Austrian composer, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,3 ], "works include The Blue Danube Waltz (1867) and the operetta Die Fledermaus (1874)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,4 ], "(1909) and Der Rosenkavalier (1911), and his Four Last Songs (1948)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,4 ], "Richard | 1864-1949, German composer, noted esp| for his symphonic poems," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stratus",1,2,4 ], "including Don Juan (1889) and Till Eulenspiegel (1895), his operas, such as Elektra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stravaig",1,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect| to wander aimlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw man",1,1,1 ], "a figure of a man made from straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw man",1,1,2 ], "another term for man of straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw vote",1,1,1 ], "an unofficial poll or vote taken to determine the opinion of a group or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw vote",1,1,1 ], "public on some issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straw wine",1,1,1 ], "any of several wines made from grapes dried on straw mats to increase their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw wine",1,1,1 ], "sugar strength" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,1,1 ], "plaiting hats, baskets, etc|, or as fodder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,1,1 ], "stalks of threshed grain, esp| of wheat, rye, oats, or barley, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,2 ], "a single dry or ripened stalk, esp| of a grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,3 ], "a long thin hollow paper or plastic tube or stem of a plant, used for sucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,3 ], "up liquids into the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,4 ], "anything of little value or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,5 ], "a measure or remedy that one turns to in desperation (esp| in the phrases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,5 ], "clutch or grasp at a straw or straws)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,5,1 ], "a pale yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,5,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,6 ], "the last straw| a final blow or calamity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,1,7 ], "straw in the wind| a hint or indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",1,2,1 ], "having little value or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "straw",2,1,1 ], "another word for strew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry blonde",1,1,1 ], "(of hair) reddish blonde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry blonde",1,2,1 ], "a woman with such hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry bush",1,1,1 ], "an E North American shrub or small tree, Euonymus americanus, having pendulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry bush",1,1,1 ], "capsules that split when ripe to reveal scarlet seeds: family Celastraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry bush",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry mark",1,1,1 ], "a soft vascular red birthmark| Technical name: hemangioma simplex",1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry tomato",1,1,1 ], "a tropical solanaceous annual plant, Physalis peruviana, having bell-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry tomato",1,1,1 ], "whitish-yellow flowers and small edible round yellow berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry tomato",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant, Physalis pubescens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry tomato",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of either of these plants, eaten or made into preserves and pickles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry tree",1,1,1 ], "a S European evergreen tree, Arbutus unedo, having white or pink flowers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry tree",1,1,1 ], "red strawberry-like berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various low-growing rosaceous plants of the genus Fragaria, such as F|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,1,1 ], "bearing small seedlike parts (the true fruits)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,1,1 ], "runners" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,1,1 ], "the fruit of any of these plants, consisting of a sweet fleshy receptacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,1,1 ], "vesca and F| ananassa , which have white flowers and red edible fruits and spread by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,2 ], "barren strawberry| a related Eurasian plant, Potentilla sterilis, that does" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,2 ], "not produce edible fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,2,1 ], "a purplish-red colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawberry",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawboard",1,1,1 ], "a board made of compressed straw and adhesive, used esp| in book covers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawflower",1,1,1 ], "an Australian plant, Helichrysum bracteatum, in which the coloured bracts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strawflower",1,1,1 ], "retain their colour when the plant is dried: family Compositae (composites)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strawworm",1,1,1 ], "another name for a caddis worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,1,1 ], "to wander away, as from the correct path or from a given area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,1,2 ], "to wander haphazardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,1,3 ], "to digress from the point, lose concentration, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,1,4 ], "to deviate from certain moral standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,2,1,1 ], "a domestic animal, fowl, etc|, that has wandered away from its place of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,2,1,1 ], "keeping and is lost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,2,2 ], "a lost or homeless person, esp| a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,2,3 ], "an isolated or random occurrence, specimen, etc|, that is out of place or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,2,3 ], "outside the usual pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stray",1,3,1 ], "scattered, random, or haphazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strays",1,1,1 ], "undesired capacitance in equipment, occurring between the wiring, between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strays",1,1,1 ], "wiring and the chassis, or between components and the chassis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strays",1,1,2 ], "another word for static ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,1 ], "a long thin mark, stripe, or trace of some contrasting colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,1,1 ], "(of lightning)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,2 ], "a sudden flash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,3 ], "an element or trace, as of some quality or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,4 ], "a strip, vein, or layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,5 ], "a short stretch or run, esp| of good or bad luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,6 ], "colour is an important distinguishing characteristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,6 ], "the powdery mark made by a mineral when rubbed on a hard or rough surface: its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,7 ], "microorganisms across the surface of the medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,7 ], "the innoculation of a culture medium by drawing a wire contaminated with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,1,8 ], "an act or the practice of running naked through a public place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,2,1 ], "to mark or daub with a streak or streaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,3,1 ], "to form streaks or become streaked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,4,1 ], "to move rapidly in a straight line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,5,1 ], "amuse them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streak",1,5,1 ], "to run naked through a crowd of people in a public place in order to shock or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streak",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of strake ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streaky",1,1,1 ], "streakier, streakiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streaky",1,1,2 ], "marked with streaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streaky",1,1,3 ], "occurring in streaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streaky",1,1,4 ], "(of bacon) having alternate layers of meat and fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streaky",1,1,5 ], "of varying or uneven quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream of consciousness",1,1,1 ], "individual's consciousness| The term was originated by William James" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stream of consciousness",1,1,1 ], "the continuous flow of ideas, thoughts, and feelings forming the content of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream of consciousness",1,1,1,1 ], "a literary technique that reveals the flow of thoughts and feelings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream of consciousness",1,1,1,1 ], "characters through long passages of soliloquy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stream of consciousness",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,1 ], "a small river; brook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,2 ], "any steady flow of water or other fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,3 ], "particular direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,3 ], "something that resembles a stream in moving continuously in a line or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,4 ], "a rapid or unbroken flow of speech, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,5 ], "any of several parallel classes of schoolchildren, or divisions of children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,5 ], "within a class, grouped together because of similar ability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,1,6 ], "go with the stream| to conform to the accepted standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,2,1 ], "to emit or be emitted in a continuous flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,3,1 ], "to move in unbroken succession, as a crowd of people, vehicles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,4,1 ], "to float freely or with a waving motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,5,1 ], "to unfurl (a flag, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,6,1 ], "to move causing a trail of light, condensed gas, etc|, as a jet aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,6,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,6,3 ], "etc|), to expose the particles of ore or metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,6,3 ], "to wash (earth, gravel, etc|) in running water in prospecting (for gold," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stream",1,6,4 ], "to group or divide (children) in streams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamer",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow flag or part of a flag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamer",1,1,2 ], "a long narrow coiled ribbon of coloured paper that becomes unrolled when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamer",1,1,2 ], "tossed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streamer",1,1,3 ], "a stream of light, esp| one appearing in some forms of the aurora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamer",1,1,4 ], "a large heavy headline printed across the width of a page of a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamline flow",1,1,1 ], "flow of a fluid in which its velocity at any point is constant or varies in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamline flow",1,1,1 ], "regular manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streamline",1,1,1 ], "a contour on a body that offers the minimum resistance to a gas or liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamline",1,1,1 ], "flowing around it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streamline",1,1,2 ], "a line in a fluid such that the tangent at any point indicates the direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamline",1,1,2 ], "of the velocity of a particle of the fluid at that point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streamline",1,2,1 ], "to make streamlined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamlined",1,1,1 ], "liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streamlined",1,1,1 ], "offering or designed to offer the minimum resistance to the flow of a gas or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamlined",1,1,2 ], "made more efficient, esp| by simplifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamy",1,1,1 ], "streamier, streamiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamy",1,1,2 ], "(of an area, land, etc|) having many streams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streamy",1,1,3 ], "flowing or streaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street Arab",1,1,1 ], "a homeless child, esp| one who survives by begging and stealing; urchin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street cry",1,1,1 ], "the cry of a street hawker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street door",1,1,1 ], "the door of a house that opens onto the street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street piano",1,1,1 ], "another name for barrel organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,1,1 ], "a public road that is usually lined with buildings, esp| in a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,10 ], "streets apart| markedly different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,2 ], "the buildings lining a street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,3 ], "the part of the road between the pavements, used by vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,4 ], "the people living, working, etc|, in a particular street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,5 ], "man in the street| an ordinary or average citizen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,6 ], "on the streets| earning a living as a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,7 ], "(right) up one's street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,8 ], "(just) what one knows or likes best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "street",1,1,9 ], "streets ahead of| superior to, more advanced than, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streetcar",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for tram'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streetlight",1,1,1 ], "a light, esp| one carried on a lamppost, that illuminates a road, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streetwalker",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute who solicits on the streets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strelitzia",1,1,1 ], "Strelitzia, cultivated for its showy flowers: includes the bird-of-paradise flower" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strelitzia",1,1,1 ], "any southern African perennial herbaceous plant of the musaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being physically or mentally strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,10 ], "in strength| in large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,11 ], "on the strength of| on the basis of or relying upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,2 ], "the ability to withstand or exert great force, stress, or pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,3 ], "something that is regarded as being beneficial or a source of power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,4 ], "potency, as of a drink, drug, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,5 ], "power to convince; cogency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,6 ], "degree of intensity or concentration of colour, light, sound, flavour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,7 ], "firmness of or a rising tendency in prices, esp| security prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,8 ], "a stronghold or fortress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strength",1,1,9 ], "from strength to strength| with ever-increasing success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strengthen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become stronger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strenuous",1,1,1 ], "requiring or involving the use of great energy or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strenuous",1,1,2 ], "characterized by great activity, effort, or endeavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strep",1,1,1 ], "short for streptococcus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strepitous",1,1,1 ], "noisy; boisterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strepto-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a shape resembling a twisted chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strepto-",1,1,2 ], "indicating streptococcus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streptococcus",1,1,1 ], "any Gram-positive spherical bacterium of the genus Streptococcus, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streptococcus",1,1,1 ], "causes scarlet fever, sore throat, etc|: family Lactobacillaceae|Often shortened to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "streptococcus",1,1,1 ], "occurring in chains and including many pathogenic species, such as S| pyogenes, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streptococcus",1,1,1 ], "strep" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "streptokinase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme produced by streptococci that causes the fibrin of certain animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streptokinase",1,1,1 ], "species to undergo lysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streptomycin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic obtained from the bacterium Streptomyces griseus: used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streptomycin",1,1,1 ], "treatment of tuberculosis and Gram-negative bacterial infections|Formula: C21H39N7O12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streptothricin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic active against bacteria and some fungi, produced by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "streptothricin",1,1,1 ], "bacterium Streptomyces lavendulae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,1 ], "special emphasis or significance attached to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,2 ], "emphasis placed upon a syllable by pronouncing it more loudly than those that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,2 ], "surround it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,3 ], "such emphasis as part of a regular rhythmic beat in music or poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,4 ], "a syllable so emphasized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,4,1 ], "force or a system of forces producing deformation or strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,4,2 ], "the force acting per unit area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,1,5 ], "mental, emotional, or physical strain or tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,2,1 ], "to give emphasis or prominence to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,2,2 ], "to pronounce (a word or syllable) more loudly than those that surround it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stress",1,2,3 ], "to subject to stress or strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,1,1 ], "to draw out or extend or be drawn out or extended in length, area, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,1,2 ], "permanently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,1,2 ], "to extend or be extended to an undue degree, esp| so as to distort or lengthen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,1,3 ], "to extend (the limbs, body, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,10,1 ], "to extend, as to the limit of one's abilities or talents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,10,2 ], "to hang or be hanged by the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,10,3 ], "stretch a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,10,3,1 ], "to make a concession or exception not usually made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,10,3,2 ], "to exaggerate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,10,4 ], "stretch one's legs| to take a walk, esp| after a period of inactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,1 ], "the act of stretching or state of being stretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,2 ], "a large or continuous expanse or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,3 ], "extent in time, length, area, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,3,1 ], "capacity for being stretched, as in some garments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,4 ], "straight section leading to the finishing line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,4 ], "the section or sections of a racecourse that are straight, esp| the final" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,5 ], "a term of imprisonment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,6 ], "at a stretch| Chiefly Brit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,6,1 ], "with some difficulty; by making a special effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,11,6,2 ], "if really necessary or in extreme circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,2,1 ], "to reach or suspend (a rope, etc|) from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,3,1 ], "to draw tight; tighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,3,2 ], "(often foll| by out, forward, etc|) to reach or hold (out); extend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,4,1 ], "to extend in time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,5,1 ], "(of a region, etc|) to extend in length or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,6,1 ], "(esp| of a garment) to be capable of expanding, as to a larger size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,7,1 ], "to put a great strain upon or extend to the limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,7,2 ], "to injure (a muscle, tendon, ligament, etc|) by means of a strain or sprain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,8,1 ], "to make do with (limited resources)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretch",1,9,1 ], "to expand or elaborate (a story, etc|) beyond what is credible or acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,1 ], "a device for transporting the ill, wounded, or dead, consisting of a sheet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,1 ], "canvas stretched between two poles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,2 ], "a strengthening often decorative member joining the legs of a chair, table," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,3 ], "the wooden frame on which canvas is stretched and fixed for oil painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,4 ], "a tie beam or brace used in a structural framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,5 ], "a brick or stone laid horizontally with its length parallel to the length of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,5 ], "wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,6 ], "a fixed board across a boat on which an oarsman braces his feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher",1,1,7 ], "a camp bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretcher-bearer",1,1,1 ], "an attendant who helps to carry a stretcher or litter, esp| in wartime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretchy",1,1,1 ], "stretchier, stretchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretchy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by elasticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretto",1,1,1 ], "(in a fugue) the close overlapping of two parts or voices, the second one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretto",1,1,1 ], "entering before the first has completed its statement of the subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stretto",1,1,2 ], "a concluding passage in a composition, played at a faster speed than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stretto",1,1,2 ], "earlier material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "streusel",1,1,1 ], "a crumbly topping for rich pastries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strew",1,1,1 ], "to spread or scatter or be spread or scattered, as over a surface or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strewth",1,1,1 ], "an expression of surprise or dismay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stria",1,1,1 ], "(often pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stria",1,1,2 ], "any of the parallel scratches or grooves on the surface of a rock over which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stria",1,1,2 ], "glacier has flowed or on the surface of a crystal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stria",1,1,3 ], "a narrow band of colour or a ridge, groove, or similar linear mark, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stria",1,1,3 ], "occurring in a parallel series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stria",1,1,4 ], "a narrow channel, such as a flute on the shaft of a column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striate",1,1,1 ], "marked with striae; striped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striate",1,2,1 ], "to mark with striae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striation",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement or pattern of striae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striation",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being striate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striation",1,1,3 ], "another word for stria (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strick",1,1,1 ], "any bast fibres preparatory to being made into slivers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stricken",1,1,1 ], "laid low, as by disease or sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stricken",1,1,2 ], "deeply affected, as by grief, love, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stricken",1,1,3 ], "wounded or injured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stricken",1,1,4 ], "stricken in years| made feeble by age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strickle",1,1,1 ], "a board used for sweeping off excess material in a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strickle",1,1,2 ], "a template used for shaping a mould" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strickle",1,1,3 ], "a bar of abrasive material for sharpening a scythe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strickle",1,2,1 ], "to level, form, or sharpen with a strickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strict",1,1,1 ], "adhering closely to specified rules, ordinances, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strict",1,1,2 ], "complied with or enforced stringently; rigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strict",1,1,3 ], "severely correct in attention to rules of conduct or morality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strict",1,1,4 ], "(of a punishment, etc|) harsh; severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strict",1,1,5 ], "complete; absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strict",1,1,6 ], "very straight, narrow, and upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striction",1,1,1 ], "the act of constricting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stricture",1,1,1 ], "a severe criticism; censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stricture",1,1,2 ], "an abnormal constriction of a tubular organ, structure, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stricture",1,1,3 ], "severity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 1],"a long step or pace",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 2],"the space measured by such a step",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 3],"a striding gait",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 4],"an act of forward movement by a horse, etc|, completed when the legs have",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 4],"returned to their initial relative positions",2). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 5],"progress or development (esp| in the phrase make rapid strides)",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 6],"a regular pace or rate of progress",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 7],"the distance covered between strokes",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 8],"men's trousers",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 9],"effort",2). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 1, 9],"take (something),in one's stride| to do (something) without difficulty or",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to walk with long regular or measured paces, as in haste, etc",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to cover or traverse by striding",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 2, 3],"(often foll| by over, across, etc|) to cross (over a space, obstacle, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 2, 3],"with a stride",2). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) Rowing",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 2, 5],"to achieve the desired rhythm in a racing shell",1). c_DEF([ "stride" ,1, 2, 6],"to straddle or bestride",1). c_DEF([ "strident",1,1,1 ], "(of a shout, voice, etc|) having or making a loud or harsh sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strident",1,1,2 ], "urgent, clamorous, or vociferous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stridor",1,1,1 ], "a high-pitched whistling sound made during respiration, caused by obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stridor",1,1,1 ], "of the air passages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stridor",1,1,2 ], "a harsh or shrill sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stridulate",1,1,1 ], "(of insects such as the cricket) to produce sounds by rubbing one part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stridulate",1,1,1 ], "body against another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stridulous",1,1,1 ], "making a harsh, shrill, or grating noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stridulous",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by stridor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strife",1,1,1 ], "angry or violent struggle; conflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strife",1,1,2 ], "rivalry or contention, esp| of a bitter kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strife",1,1,3 ], "trouble or discord of any kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strife",1,1,4 ], "striving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strigiform",1,1,1 ], "comprising the owls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strigiform",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Strigiformes, an order of birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strigil",1,1,1 ], "a curved blade used by the ancient Romans and Greeks to scrape the body after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strigil",1,1,1 ], "bathing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strigil",1,1,2 ], "a decorative fluting, esp| one in the shape of the letter S as used in Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strigil",1,1,2 ], "architecture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strigose",1,1,1 ], "bearing stiff hairs or bristles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strigose",1,1,2 ], "marked with fine closely set grooves or ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike down",1,1,1 ], "to die or cause to die, esp| suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike fault",1,1,1 ], "a fault that runs parallel to the direction of the strike of the affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike fault",1,1,1 ], "rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike note",1,1,1 ], "the note produced by a bell when struck, defining its musical pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike off" ,1, 1, 1],"pen",2). c_DEF([ "strike off" ,1, 1, 1],"to remove or erase from (a list, record, etc|) by or as if by a stroke of the",1). c_DEF([ "strike off" ,1, 1, 2, 1],"to take",1). c_DEF([ "strike off" ,1, 1, 2],"to cut off or separate by or as if by a blow",1). c_DEF([ "strike off" ,1, 1, 3, 2],"to print",1). c_DEF([ "strike off" ,1, 1, 3],"(a proof) from a relief forme by beating paper with a brush against the inked",1). c_DEF([ "strike off" ,1, 1, 3],"forme",2). c_DEF([ "strike out",1,1,1 ], "to remove or erase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike out",1,2,1 ], "to start out or begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike out",1,2,2 ], "to put out or be put out on strikes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike out",1,3,1 ], "to fail utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike pay",1,1,1 ], "money paid to strikers from the funds of a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike through",1,1,1 ], "to draw (a line) through (something) to delete it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike up",1,1,1 ], "(of a band, orchestra, etc|) to begin to play or sing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike up",1,2,1 ], "to bring about; cause to begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike up",1,3,1 ], "to emboss (patterns, etc|) on (metal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,1,1 ], "to deliver (a blow or stroke) to (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,1,2 ], "to come or cause to come into sudden or violent contact (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,10,1 ], "to take apart or pack up; break (esp| in the phrase strike camp)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,11,1 ], "to take down or dismantle (a stage set)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,12,1,1 ], "to lower or remove (a specified piece of gear)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,12,1,2 ], "to haul down or dip (a flag, sail, etc|) in salute or in surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,12,1,3 ], "to lower (cargo, etc|) into the hold of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,12,2 ], "destroying it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,12,2 ], "to attack (an objective) with the intention of causing damage to, seizing, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,12,3 ], "the line after the bait has been taken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,12,3 ], "to impale the hook in the mouth of (a fish) by suddenly tightening or jerking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,13,1 ], "to form or impress (a coin, metal, etc|) by or as if by stamping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,13,2 ], "to level (a surface) by use of a flat board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,14,1 ], "to assume or take up (an attitude, posture, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,15,1 ], "(of workers in a factory, etc|) to cease work collectively as a protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,15,1 ], "against working conditions, low pay, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,16,1 ], "to reach by agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,17,1 ], "nominated for jury service until only the requisite number remains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,17,1 ], "to form (a jury, esp| a special jury) by cancelling certain names among those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,18,1 ], "to make (a certain number of strokes) per minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,18,2 ], "to make a stroke or kick in swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,19,1 ], "(in Malaysia) to win (a lottery or raffle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,19,2 ], "strike home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,19,2,1 ], "to deliver an effective blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,19,2,2 ], "to achieve the intended effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,19,3 ], "strike it rich| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,19,3,1 ], "to discover an extensive deposit of a mineral, petroleum, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,19,3,2 ], "to have an unexpected financial success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,1 ], "to make an attack on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,2 ], "ignition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,2 ], "to produce (fire, sparks, etc|) or (of fire, sparks, etc|) to be produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,3 ], "to cause (a match) to light by friction or (of a match) to be lighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,4 ], "this or a similar way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,4 ], "to press (the key of a piano, organ, etc|) or to sound (a specific note) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,5 ], "any other percussive sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,5 ], "to indicate (a specific time) by the sound of a hammer striking a bell or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,2,6 ], "(of a venomous snake) to cause injury by biting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,1 ], "an act or instance of striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,10 ], "the number of coins or medals made at one time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,11 ], "another name for strickle (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,12 ], "an unexpected or complete success, esp| one that brings financial gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,13 ], "take strike| Cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,14 ], "(of a batsman) to prepare to play a ball delivered by the bowler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,2 ], "a cessation of work by workers in a factory, industry, etc|, as a protest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,2 ], "against working conditions or low pay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,3 ], "a military attack, esp| an air attack on a surface target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,4 ], "a pitched ball judged good but missed or not swung at, three of which cause a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,4 ], "batter to be out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,4,1 ], "single frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of knocking down all the pins with the first bowl of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,4,2 ], "the score thus made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,5 ], "a sound made by striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,6 ], "the mechanism that makes a clock strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,7 ], "the discovery of a source of ore, petroleum, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,8 ], "perpendicular to the direction of the dip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,8 ], "the horizontal direction of a fault, rock stratum, etc|, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,20,9 ], "the act or an instance of striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,3,1 ], "a blow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,3,1 ], "to affect or cause to affect deeply, suddenly, or radically, as if by dealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,3,2 ], "(tr|; passive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,3,3 ], "usually foll| by with) to render incapable or nearly so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,4,1 ], "to enter the mind of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,4,2 ], "to render" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,5,1 ], "to be perceived by; catch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,5,2 ], "to arrive at or come upon (something), esp| suddenly or unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,6,1 ], "to set (out) or proceed, esp| upon a new course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,7,1 ], "to afflict with a disease, esp| unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,8,1 ], "to discover or come upon a source of (ore, petroleum, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strike",1,9,1 ], "(of a plant) to produce or send down (a root or roots)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strikebound",1,1,1 ], "(of a factory, etc|) closed or made inoperative by a strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strikebreaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who tries to make a strike ineffectual by working or by taking the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strikebreaker",1,1,1 ], "place of those on strike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,1 ], "a person who is on strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,2 ], "the hammer in a timepiece that rings a bell or alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,3 ], "any part in a mechanical device that strikes something, such as the firing pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,3 ], "of a gun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,4 ], "an attacking player, esp| one who generally positions himself near his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,4 ], "opponent""s goal in the hope of scoring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,5 ], "the batsman who is about to play a ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,5,1 ], "a person who harpoons whales or fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striker",1,1,5,2 ], "the harpoon itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striking circle",1,1,1 ], "have entered before scoring a goal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "striking circle",1,1,1 ], "the semicircular area in front of each goal, which an attacking player must" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striking",1,1,1 ], "attracting attention; fine; impressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striking",1,1,2 ], "conspicuous; noticeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string along",1,2,1 ], "to agree or appear to be in agreement (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string along",1,3,1 ], "Also: string on| to deceive, fool, or hoax, esp| in order to gain time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string band",1,1,1 ], "a band consisting of stringed instruments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string band",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for string orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string bass",1,1,1 ], "another name for double bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string bean",1,1,1 ], "any of several bean plants, such as the scarlet runner, cultivated for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string bean",1,1,1 ], "edible unripe pods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "string bean",1,1,2 ], "a tall thin person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string course",1,1,1 ], "another name for cordon (sense 4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string line",1,1,1 ], "another name for baulkline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string orchestra",1,1,1 ], "an orchestra consisting only of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string quartet",1,1,1 ], "an instrumental ensemble consisting of two violins, one viola, and one cello" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string quartet",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music written for such a group, usually having the form and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string quartet",1,1,2 ], "commonest features of a sonata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "string tie",1,1,1 ], "a very narrow tie, usually tied in a bow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 10],"a linear sequence, such as a sentence as it is spoken",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"violins, violas, cellos, and double basses collectively",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"the section of a symphony orchestra constituted by such instruments",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 11],"another word for lag ,1,(sense 6)",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 12],"complications or conditions (esp| in the phrase strings attached)",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 13],"composed of string-like strands woven in a large mesh",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 14],"(secondary, etc|) source of strength",2). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 14],"first (second, etc|),string| a person or thing regarded as a primary",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 15],"keep on a string| to have control or a hold over (a person), esp| emotionally",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 16],"pull strings| Informal| to exert power or influence, esp| secretly or",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 16],"unofficially",2). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 17],"pull the strings| to have real or ultimate control of something",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 1],"a thin length of cord, twine, fibre, or similar material used for tying,",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 1],"hanging, binding, etc",2). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 2],"a group of objects threaded on a single strand",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 3],"a series or succession of things, events, acts, utterances, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 4],"a number, chain, or group of similar things, animals, etc|, owned by or",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 4],"associated with one person or body",2). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 5],"a tough fibre or cord in a plant",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 6],"a tightly stretched wire, cord, etc|, found on stringed instruments, such as",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 6],"the violin, guitar, and piano",2). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 7],"short for ,bowstring",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 8],"short for ,string-course or stringer (sense 1)",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 1, 9],"a sequence of symbols or words",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 10],"(intr|) (esp| of viscous liquids) to become stringy or ropy",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 11],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 12],"often foll| by up) to cause to be tense or nervous",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 13],"another word for lag ,1,(sense 3)",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to provide with a string or strings",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to suspend or stretch from one point to another",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 3],"(tr|) to thread on a string",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 4],"(tr|) to form or extend in a line or series",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 5],"(foll| by out) to space or spread out at intervals",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 6],"(tr|",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 7],"usually foll| by up) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 8],"to kill (a person) by hanging",1). c_DEF([ "string" ,1, 2, 9],"(tr|) to remove the stringy parts from (vegetables, esp| beans)",1). c_DEF([ "stringboard",1,1,1 ], "a skirting that covers the ends of the steps in a staircase",1 ). c_DEF([ "stringed instrument",1,1,1 ], "across a soundboard or soundbox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stringed instrument",1,1,1 ], "any musical instrument in which sound is produced by the vibration of a string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringed",1,1,1 ], "(of musical instruments) having or provided with strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringendo",1,2,1 ], "Music| to be performed with increasing speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringent",1,1,1 ], "requiring strict attention to rules, procedure, detail, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringent",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or causing a shortage of credit, loan capital, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringent",1,1,3 ], "convincing; forcible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringer",1,1,1,1 ], "a long horizontal timber beam that is used for structural purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringer",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for stringboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringer",1,1,2 ], "a longitudinal structural brace for strengthening the hull of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringer",1,1,3 ], "a journalist retained by a newspaper or news service on a part-time basis to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringer",1,1,3 ], "cover a particular town or area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stringhalt",1,1,1 ], "a sudden spasmodic lifting of the hind leg of a horse, resulting from abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringhalt",1,1,1 ], "contraction of the flexor muscles of the hock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stringpiece",1,1,1 ], "a long horizontal timber beam used to strengthen or support a framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringy",1,1,1 ], "stringier, stringiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringy",1,1,2 ], "made of strings or resembling strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringy",1,1,3 ], "(of meat, etc|) fibrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringy",1,1,4 ], "(of a person""""s build) wiry; sinewy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringy",1,1,5 ], "(of liquids) forming in strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stringy-bark",1,1,1 ], "any of several eucalyptus trees having a fibrous bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip cartoon",1,1,1 ], "a sequence of drawings in a newspaper, magazine, etc|, relating a humorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip cartoon",1,1,1 ], "story or an adventure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip club",1,1,1 ], "a small club in which striptease performances take place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip cropping",1,1,1 ], "a method of growing crops in strips or bands arranged to serve as barriers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip cropping",1,1,1 ], "against erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip lighting",1,1,1 ], "electric lighting by means of long glass tubes that are fluorescent lamps or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip lighting",1,1,1 ], "that contain long filaments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip mill",1,1,1 ], "a mill in which steel slabs are rolled into strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip mining",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for opencast mining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip poker",1,1,1 ], "a card game in which a player""s losses are paid by removing an article of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip poker",1,1,1 ], "clothing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip" ,2, 1, 1],"a relatively long, flat, narrow piece of something",1). c_DEF([ "strip" ,2, 1, 2],"short for ,airstrip",1). c_DEF([ "strip" ,2, 1, 3],"a horizontal or vertical row of three or more unseparated postage stamps",1). c_DEF([ "strip" ,2, 1, 4],"the clothes worn by the members of a team, esp| a football team",1). c_DEF([ "strip" ,2, 1, 5],"tear (someone),off a strip| to rebuke (someone) angrily",1). c_DEF([ "strip" ,2, 2, 1],"to cut or divide into strips",1). c_DEF([ "strip",1,1,1 ], "thing)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,1,1 ], "to take or pull (the covering, clothes, etc|) off (oneself, another person, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,2,1,1 ], "to remove all one""s clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,2,1,2 ], "to perform a striptease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,3,1 ], "to denude or empty completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,4,1 ], "to deprive of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,5,1 ], "to rob or plunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,5,1,1 ], "to remove the leaves from the stalks of (tobacco, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,5,1,2 ], "to separate the two sides of a leaf from the stem of (tobacco, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,1 ], "to draw the last milk from each of the teats of (a cow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,2 ], "to dismantle (an engine, mechanism, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,3 ], "from (a gear)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,3 ], "to tear off or break (the thread) from (a screw, bolt, etc|) or (the teeth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,4 ], "(often foll| by down) to remove the accessories from (a motor vehicle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,5 ], "boiling, evaporation, or distillation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,5 ], "to remove (the most volatile constituent) from (a mixture of liquids) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,6 ], "(usually foll| by in) to combine (pieces of film or paper) to form a composite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,6,6 ], "sheet from which a plate can be made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,7,1 ], "(in freight transport) to unpack (a container)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strip",1,8,1 ], "the act or an instance of undressing or of performing a striptease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",1,1,1 ], "a relatively long band of distinctive colour or texture that differs from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",1,1,1 ], "surrounding material or background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",1,1,2 ], "a fabric having such bands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",1,1,3 ], "a strip, band, or chevron of fabric worn on a military uniform, etc|, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",1,1,3 ], "that indicates rank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",1,1,4 ], "kind; sort; type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",1,2,1 ], "to mark with a stripe or stripes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripe",2,1,1 ], "a stroke from a whip, rod, cane, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striped",1,1,1 ], "marked or decorated with stripes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striper",1,1,1 ], "an officer who has a stripe or stripes on his uniform, esp| in the navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripling",1,1,1 ], "a lad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripper",1,1,1 ], "a striptease artist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripper",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripper",1,1,3 ], "a device or substance for removing paint, varnish, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striptease",1,1,1,1 ], "a form of erotic entertainment in which a person gradually undresses to music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "striptease",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripy",1,1,1 ], "stripier, stripiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stripy",1,1,2 ], "marked by or with stripes; striped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strive",1,1,1 ], "to make a great and tenacious effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strive",1,2,1 ], "to fight; contend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobe lighting",1,1,1 ], "a high-intensity flashing beam of light produced by rapid electrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobe lighting",1,1,1 ], "discharges in a tube or by a perforated disc rotating in front of an intense light source:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strobe lighting",1,1,1 ], "used in discotheques, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strobe lighting",1,1,2 ], "strobe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strobe lighting",1,1,2 ], "the use of or the apparatus for producing such light| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobe",1,1,1 ], "short for strobe lighting or stroboscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobic",1,1,1 ], "spinning or appearing to spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobila",1,1,1 ], "(proglottides)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strobila",1,1,1 ], "the body of a tapeworm, consisting of a string of similar segments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobila",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for scyphistoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobilaceous",1,1,1 ], "relating to or resembling a cone or cones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobilation",1,1,1 ], "asexual reproduction by division into segments, as in tapeworms and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strobilation",1,1,1 ], "jellyfishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strobilus",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for cone (sense 3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroboscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument producing an intense flashing light, the frequency of which can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroboscope",1,1,1 ], "be synchronized with some multiple of the frequency of rotation, vibration, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroboscope",1,1,1 ], "of rotation or vibration, or to adjust objects or parts| Sometimes shortened to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "stroboscope",1,1,1 ], "operation of an object, etc|, making it appear stationary| It is used to determine speeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stroboscope",1,1,1 ], "strobe" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "stroboscope",1,1,2 ], "a similar device synchronized with the opening of the shutter of a camera so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroboscope",1,1,2 ], "that a series of still photographs can be taken of a moving object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strode",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of stride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroganoff",1,1,1 ], "short for beef stroganoff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke play",1,1,1,1 ], "scoring by counting the number of strokes taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke play",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of striking; a blow, knock, or hit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,10 ], "the act or manner of striking the ball with a racket, club, bat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,11 ], "any one of the repeated movements used by a swimmer to propel himself through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,11 ], "the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,12 ], "a manner of swimming, esp| one of several named styles such as the crawl or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,12 ], "butterfly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,12,1 ], "any one of a series of linear movements of a reciprocating part, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,12,1 ], "piston" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,12,2 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,12,2 ], "the distance travelled by such a part from one end of its movement to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,13 ], "a single pull on an oar or oars in rowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,14 ], "manner or style of rowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,15 ], "the oarsman who sits nearest the stern of a shell, facing the cox, and sets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,15 ], "the rate of striking for the rest of the crew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,16 ], "a stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,17 ], "(usually used with a negative) a small amount of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,18 ], "off one""s stroke| performing or working less well than usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,19 ], "on the stroke| punctually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,2 ], "a sudden action, movement, or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,3 ], "a brilliant or inspired act or feat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,4 ], "apoplexy; rupture of a blood vessel in the brain resulting in loss of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,4 ], "consciousness, often followed by paralysis, or embolism or thrombosis affecting a cerebral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,4 ], "vessel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,4,1 ], "the striking of a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,4,2 ], "the hour registered by the striking of a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,5 ], "a mark, flourish, or line made by a writing implement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,6 ], "another name for solidus, used esp| when dictating or reading aloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,7 ], "a light touch or caress, as with the fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,8 ], "a pulsation, esp| of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,1,9 ], "a single complete movement or one of a series of complete movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,2,1 ], "to touch, brush, or caress lightly or gently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,3,1 ], "to mark a line or a stroke on or through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,3,2 ], "to act as the stroke of (a racing shell)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,4,1 ], "to strike (a ball) with a smooth swinging blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroke",1,5,1 ], "to handle or influence (someone) with care, using persuasion, flattery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroll",1,1,1 ], "to walk about in a leisurely manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroll",1,2,1 ], "to wander from place to place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroll",1,3,1 ], "a leisurely walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroller",1,1,1 ], "the usual word for pushchair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroma",1,1,1 ], "the dense colourless framework of a chloroplast and certain cells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroma",1,1,2 ], "testis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stroma",1,1,2 ], "the fibrous connective tissue forming the matrix of the mammalian ovary and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroma",1,1,3 ], "a dense mass of hyphae that is produced by certain fungi and gives rise to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroma",1,1,3 ], "spore-producing bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stromatolite",1,1,1 ], "a sedimentary rock consisting of layers of fossilized algae, esp| blue-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stromatolite",1,1,1 ], "algae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong breeze",1,1,1 ], "a considerable wind of force six on the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong drink",1,1,1 ], "alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong gale",1,1,1 ], "a strong wind of force nine on the Beaufort scale, capable of causing minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong gale",1,1,1 ], "structural damage to buildings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong interaction",1,1,1 ], "an interaction between elementary particles responsible for the forces between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong interaction",1,1,1 ], "is about a hundred times more powerful than the electromagnetic interaction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strong interaction",1,1,1 ], "nucleons in the nucleus| It operates at distances less than about 10'-'1'5 metres, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong meat",1,1,1 ], "anything arousing fear, anger, repulsion, etc|, except among a tolerant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong meat",1,1,1 ], "receptive minority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong point",1,1,1 ], "something at which one excels; forte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong waters",1,1,1 ], "an archaic name for alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,1 ], "stronger , strongest " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,10 ], "emphatic or immoderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,11 ], "convincing, effective, or cogent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,12 ], "(of a colour) having a high degree of saturation or purity; being less" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,12 ], "concentrated quantity of colouring agent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,12 ], "saturated than a vivid colour but more so than a moderate colour; produced by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,12,1 ], "Germanic languages, whose conjugation shows vowel gradation, as sing, sang, sung" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,12,1 ], "denoting or belonging to a class of verbs, in certain languages including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,12,2 ], "belonging to any part-of-speech class, in any of various languages, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,12,2 ], "inflections follow the less regular of two possible patterns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,13 ], "(of a wind, current, etc|) moving fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,14 ], "(of a syllable) accented or stressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,15 ], "(of an industry, market, securities, etc|) firm in price or characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,15 ], "firm or increasing prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,16 ], "(of certain acids and bases) producing high concentrations of hydrogen or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,16 ], "hydroxide ions in aqueous solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,17 ], "have a strong stomach| not to be prone to nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,2 ], "involving or possessing physical or mental strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,3 ], "solid or robust in construction; not easily broken or injured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,4 ], "having a resolute will or morally firm and incorruptible character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,5 ], "intense in quality; not faint or feeble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,6 ], "easily defensible; incontestable or formidable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,7 ], "concentrated; not weak or diluted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,7,1 ], "containing or having a specified number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,7,2 ], "a 40,000-strong navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,8 ], "having an unpleasantly powerful taste or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,1,9 ], "having an extreme or drastic effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,2,1 ], "in a strong way; effectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong",1,2,2 ], "come on strong| to speak or act forcefully or persuasively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong-arm",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong-arm",1,1,2 ], "relating to or involving physical force or violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong-arm",1,2,1 ], "to show violence towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong-minded",1,1,1 ], "having strength of mind; firm, resolute, and determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strong-willed",1,1,1 ], "having strength of will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strongbox",1,1,1 ], "a specially designed box or safe in which valuables are locked for safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stronghold",1,1,1 ], "a defensible place; fortress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stronghold",1,1,2 ], "a major centre or area of predominance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strongman",1,1,1 ], "a performer, esp| one in a circus, who performs feats of strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strongman",1,1,2 ], "any person regarded as a source of power, capability, initiative, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strongroom",1,1,1 ], "a specially designed room in which valuables are locked for safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strongyle",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic nematode worm of the family Strongylidae, chiefly occurring in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strongyle",1,1,1 ], "the intestines of horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strontia",1,1,1 ], "another name for strontium monoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strontian",1,1,1 ], "another name for strontianite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strontian",1,1,2 ], "another name for strontium or strontium monoxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strontianite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: SrCO3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strontianite",1,1,1 ], "a white, lightly coloured, or colourless mineral consisting of strontium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strontianite",1,1,1 ], "carbonate in orthorhombic crystalline form: it is a source of strontium compounds|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strontium monoxide",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble solid substance used in making strontium salts and purifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strontium monoxide",1,1,1 ], "sugar| Formula: SrO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strontium unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit expressing the concentration of strontium-90 in an organic medium, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strontium unit",1,1,1 ], "as soil, milk, bone, etc|, relative to the concentration of calcium in the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strontium unit",1,1,1 ], "medium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strontium",1,1,1 ], "Sr; atomic no|: 38; atomic wt|: 87|62; valency: 2; relative density: 2|54; melting" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "strontium",1,1,1 ], "a soft silvery-white element of the alkaline earth group of metals, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strontium",1,1,1 ], "chiefly in celestite and strontianite| Its compounds burn with a crimson flame and are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strontium",1,1,1 ], "pt|: 769 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1384 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "strontium",1,1,1 ], "used in fireworks| The radioisotope strontium-90, with a half-life of 28|1 years, is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strontium",1,1,1 ], "used in nuclear power sources and is a hazardous nuclear fall-out product| Symbol:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "strop" ,1, 1, 1],"a leather strap or an abrasive strip for sharpening razors",1). c_DEF([ "strop" ,1, 1, 2],"a rope or metal band around a block or deadeye for support",1). c_DEF([ "strop" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to sharpen (a razor, etc|) on a strop",1). c_DEF([ "strophanthin",1,1,1 ], "a toxic glycoside or mixture of glycosides obtained from the ripe seeds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophanthin",1,1,1 ], "certain species of strophanthus: used as a cardiac stimulant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strophanthus",1,1,1 ], "Africa and Asia, having strap-shaped twisted petals| The seeds of certain species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strophanthus",1,1,1 ], "any small tree or shrub of the apocynaceous genus Strophanthus, of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophanthus",1,1,1 ], "yield the drug strophanthin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strophanthus",1,1,2 ], "the seeds of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophe",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greek drama)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophe",1,1,1,1 ], "ode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strophe",1,1,1,1 ], "the first of two movements made by a chorus during the performance of a choral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophe",1,1,1,2 ], "the first part of a choral ode sung during this movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophe",1,1,2 ], "(in classical verse) the first division of the threefold structure of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophe",1,1,2 ], "Pindaric ode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strophe",1,1,3 ], "the first of two metrical systems used alternately within a poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or employing a strophe or strophes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strophic",1,1,2 ], "(of a song) having identical or related music in each verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroppy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroppy",1,1,2 ], "angry or awkward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strops" ,1, 1, 1],"an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland; goitre",1). c_DEF([ "strops" ,1, 1, 2],"a swelling, esp| one at the base of a moss capsule",1). c_DEF([ "strops" ,1, 1, 3],"another word for ,scrofula",1). c_DEF([ "stroud",1,1,1 ], "a coarse woollen fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strove",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of strive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strow",1,1,1 ], "an archaic variant of strew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stroy",1,1,1 ], "an archaic variant of destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struck measure",1,1,1 ], "a measure of grain, etc|, in which the contents are made level with the top of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struck measure",1,1,1 ], "the container rather than being heaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "struck",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struck",1,2,1 ], "(of an industry, factory, etc|) shut down or otherwise affected by a labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struck",1,2,1 ], "strike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structural formula",1,1,1 ], "a chemical formula showing the composition and structure of a molecule| The" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structural formula",1,1,1 ], "atoms are represented by symbols and the structure is indicated by showing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structural formula",1,1,1 ], "relative positions of the atoms in space and the bonds between them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "structural linguistics",1,1,1 ], "a descriptive approach to a synchronic or diachronic analysis of language on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structural linguistics",1,1,1 ], "morphological, and semantic features" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "structural linguistics",1,1,1 ], "the basis of its structure as reflected by irreducible units of phonological," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structural psychology",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a school of psychology using introspection to analyse experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structural psychology",1,1,1 ], "into basic units" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structural steel",1,1,1 ], "a strong mild steel used in construction work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structural",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having structure or a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structural",1,1,2 ], "crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structural",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the structure of rocks and other features of the earth""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structural",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the structure of organisms; morphological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structural",1,1,4 ], "molecules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structural",1,1,4 ], "of, concerned with, caused by, or involving the arrangement of atoms in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structuralism",1,1,1 ], "an approach to anthropology and other social sciences and to literature that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structuralism",1,1,1 ], "interprets and analyses its material in terms of oppositions, contrasts, and hierarchical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structuralism",1,1,1 ], "principles" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "structuralism",1,1,1 ], "structures, esp| as they might reflect universal mental characteristics or organizing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "structuralism",1,1,2 ], "an approach to linguistics that analyses and describes the structure of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structuralism",1,1,2 ], "language, as distinguished from its comparative and historical aspects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,1 ], "a complex construction or entity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,2 ], "the arrangement and interrelationship of parts in a construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,3 ], "the manner of construction or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,4 ], "morphology; form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,5 ], "the arrangement of atoms in a molecule of a chemical compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,6 ], "its component parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,6 ], "the way in which a mineral, rock, rock mass or stratum, etc|, is made up of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,1,7 ], "the act of constructing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "structure",1,2,1 ], "to impart a structure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strudel",1,1,1 ], "a thin sheet of filled dough rolled up and baked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle for existence",1,1,1 ], "competition between organisms of a population, esp| as a factor in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle for existence",1,1,1 ], "evolution of plants and animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "struggle",1,1,1 ], "to exert strength, energy, and force; work or strive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle",1,2,1 ], "to move about strenuously so as to escape from something confining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle",1,3,1 ], "to contend, battle, or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle",1,4,1 ], "to go or progress with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle",1,5,1 ], "a laboured or strenuous exertion or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle",1,5,2 ], "a fight or battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struggle",1,5,3 ], "the act of struggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strum",1,1,1 ], "sweep of the thumb or of a plectrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strum",1,1,1 ], "to sound (the strings of a guitar, banjo, etc|) with a downward or upward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strum",1,1,2 ], "to play (chords, a tune, etc|) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strumpet",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute or promiscuous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung out",1,1,1 ], "addicted to a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung out",1,1,2 ], "(of a drug addict) suffering or distressed because of the lack of a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung up",1,1,1 ], "tense or nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung",1,1,1 ], "a past tense and past participle of string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung",1,2,1,1 ], "(of a piano, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung",1,2,2 ], "provided with strings, esp| of a specified kind or in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung",1,2,2,2 ], "gut-strung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strung",1,2,3 ], "high-strung" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strung",1,2,3 ], "highly strung| very nervous or volatile in character| Usual U|S| phrase:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strut",1,1,1 ], "to walk in a pompous manner; swagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strut",1,2,1 ], "to support or provide with struts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strut",1,3,1 ], "a structural member used mainly in compression, esp| as part of a framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strut",1,3,2 ], "an affected, proud, or stiff walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struthious",1,1,1 ], "(of birds) related to or resembling the ostrich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "struthious",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or designating all flightless (ratite) birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strychnic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from strychnine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strychnine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline very poisonous alkaloid, obtained from the plant nux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "strychnine",1,1,1 ], "appetite| Formula: C21H22O2N2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "strychnine",1,1,1 ], "vomica: used in small quantities as a stimulant of the central nervous system and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "strychninism",1,1,1 ], "poisoning caused by the excessive or prolonged use of strychnine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "str|",1,1,1 ], "steamer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "str|",1,1,2 ], "straight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "str|",1,1,2,1 ], "strings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "str|",1,1,2,2 ], "stringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "str|",1,1,3 ], "strait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "str|",1,1,4 ], "street" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "str|",1,1,5 ], "stroke oar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stub axle",1,1,1 ], "a short axle that carries one of the front steered wheels of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stub axle",1,1,1 ], "and is capable of limited angular movement about a kingpin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stub nail",1,1,1 ], "a short thick nail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stub nail",1,1,2 ], "a worn nail in a horseshoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 1, 1],"a short piece remaining after something has been cut, removed, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 1, 2],"the residual piece or section of a receipt, ticket, cheque, etc",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 1, 3],"the usual U|S| word for ,counterfoil",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 1, 4],"any short projection or blunted end",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 1, 5],"the stump of a tree or plant",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 3, 1],"to strike (one's toe, foot, etc|) painfully against a hard surface",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 3, 2],"(usually foll| by out) to put (out a cigarette or cigar) by pressing the end",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 3, 2],"against a surface",2). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 3, 3],"to clear (land) of stubs",1). c_DEF([ "stub" ,1, 3, 4],"to dig up (the roots) of (a tree or bush)",1). c_DEF([ "stubble",1,1,1,1 ], "the stubs of stalks left in a field where a crop has been cut and harvested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubble",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubble",1,1,2 ], "any bristly growth or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubborn",1,1,1 ], "refusing to comply, agree, or give in; obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubborn",1,1,2 ], "difficult to handle, treat, or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubborn",1,1,3 ], "persistent and dogged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubby",1,1,2 ], "short and broad; stumpy or thickset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubby",1,1,3 ], "bristling and stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubby",1,2,1 ], "Austral| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stubby",1,2,2 ], "a small bottle of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stucco" ,1, 1, 1],"a weather-resistant mixture of dehydrated lime, powdered marble, and glue,",1). c_DEF([ "stucco" ,1, 1, 1],"used in decorative mouldings on buildings",2). c_DEF([ "stucco" ,1, 1, 2],"any of various types of cement or plaster used for coating outside walls",1). c_DEF([ "stucco" ,1, 1, 3],"decorative work moulded in stucco",1). c_DEF([ "stucco" ,1, 2, 1],"cos, coing, coed",1). c_DEF([ "stucco" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to apply stucco to",1). c_DEF([ "stuck",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of stick'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuck",1,2,1 ], "baffled or nonplussed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuck",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuck",1,2,3 ], "keen (on) or infatuated (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuck",1,2,4 ], "get stuck in or into| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuck",1,2,4,1 ], "to perform (a task) with determination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuck",1,2,4,2 ], "Austral| to attack (a person) verbally or physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuck-up",1,1,1 ], "conceited, arrogant, or snobbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud poker",1,1,1 ], "a variety of poker in which the first card is dealt face down before each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud poker",1,1,1 ], "cards and the last card are dealt face down and the intervening four cards are dealt" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stud poker",1,1,1 ], "face up (seven-card stud), with bets made after each round| Often shortened to stud" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "stud poker",1,1,1 ], "player and the next four are dealt face up (five-card stud) or in which the first two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 1],"a large-headed nail or other projection protruding from a surface, usually as",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 1],"decoration",2). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 2],"a type of fastener consisting of two discs at either end of a short shank,",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 2],"used to fasten shirtfronts, collars, etc",2). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 3],"a vertical member made of timber, steel, etc|, that is used with others to",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 3],"construct the framework of a wall",2). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 4],"a headless bolt that is threaded at both ends, the centre portion being",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 4],"unthreaded",2). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 5],"any short projection on a machine, such as the metal cylinder that forms a",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 5],"journal for the gears on a screw-cutting lathe",2). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 6],"the cross bar in the centre of a link of a heavy chain",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 7],"better grip, as on a football boot",2). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 1, 7],"one of a number of rounded projections on the sole of a boot or shoe to give",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 3, 1],"to provide, ornament, or make with studs",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 3, 2],"to dot or cover with",1). c_DEF([ "stud" ,1, 3, 3],"to provide or support (a wall, partition, etc|) with studs",1). c_DEF([ "stud",2,1,1 ], "a group of pedigree animals, esp| horses, kept for breeding purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud",2,1,2 ], "any male animal kept principally for breeding purposes, esp| a stallion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud",2,1,3 ], "a farm or stable where a stud is kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud",2,1,4 ], "the state or condition of being kept for breeding purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud",2,1,5 ], "of or relating to such animals or the place where they are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud",2,1,6 ], "a virile or sexually active man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stud",2,1,7 ], "short for stud poker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studbook",1,1,1 ], "a written record of the pedigree of a purebred stock, esp| of racehorses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studding",1,1,1 ], "building studs collectively, esp| as used to form a wall or partition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studding",1,1,2 ], "material that is used to form studs or serve as studs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studdingsail",1,1,1 ], "a light auxiliary sail set outboard on spars on either side of a square sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "student adviser",1,1,1 ], "another word for counsellor (sense 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "student",1,1,1 ], "a person following a course of study, as in a school, college, university," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "student",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "student",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes a thorough study of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "student",1,1,3 ], "a person who likes to study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studentship",1,1,1 ], "the role or position of a student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studentship",1,1,2 ], "another word for scholarship (sense 3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studhorse",1,1,1 ], "another word for stallion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studied",1,1,1 ], "carefully practised, designed, or premeditated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studied",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for learned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studio couch",1,1,1 ], "an upholstered couch, usually backless, convertible into a double bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studio",1,1,1 ], "a room in which an artist, photographer, or musician works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studio",1,1,2 ], "a room used to record television or radio programmes, make films, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studio",1,1,3 ], "the premises of a radio, television, or film company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studious",1,1,1 ], "given to study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studious",1,1,2 ], "of a serious, thoughtful, and hard-working character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studious",1,1,3 ], "showing deliberation, care, or precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studwork",1,1,1 ], "work decorated with studs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "studwork",1,1,2 ], "the supporting framework of a wall or partition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 1, 1],"reading",2). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 1, 1],"to apply the mind to the learning or understanding of (a subject), esp| by",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 2, 1],"to investigate or examine, as by observation, research, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 3, 1],"to look at minutely; scrutinize",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 4, 1],"to give much careful or critical thought to",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 4, 2],"to take a course in (a subject), as at a college",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 5, 1],"to try to memorize",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 6, 1],"to meditate or contemplate; reflect",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 10],"in a brown study",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 11],"in a reverie or daydream",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 3],"the act or process of studying",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 4],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 5],"a room used for studying, reading, writing, etc",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 6],"(often pl|) work relating to a particular discipline",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 7],"a product of studying, such as a written paper or book",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 8],"a drawing, sculpture, etc|, executed for practice or in preparation for",1). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 8],"another work",2). c_DEF([ "study" ,1, 7, 9],"a musical composition intended to develop one aspect of performing technique",1). c_DEF([ "stuff gown",1,1,1 ], "a woollen gown worn by a barrister who has not taken silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,1,1 ], "to pack or fill completely; cram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,1 ], "to eat large quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,2 ], "to force, shove, or squeeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,3 ], "to fill (food such as poultry or tomatoes) with a stuffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,4 ], "live animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,4 ], "to fill (an animal""s skin) with material so as to restore the shape of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,5 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,6 ], "to treat (an animal skin or hide) with grease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,7 ], "to fill (a ballot box) with a large number of fraudulent votes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,2,8 ], "(in marine transport) to pack (a container)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,1 ], "the raw material or fabric of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,10 ], "a girl or woman considered sexually (esp| in the phrase bit of stuff)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,2 ], "woollen cloth or fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,3 ], "any general or unspecified substance or accumulation of objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,4 ], "stupid or worthless actions, speech, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,5 ], "a slang word for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,6 ], "a drug, esp| cannabis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,7 ], "do one""s stuff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,8 ], "to do what is expected of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuff",1,3,9 ], "that""s the stuff| that is what is needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffed shirt",1,1,1 ], "a pompous or formal person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffed",1,1,1 ], "filled with something, esp| (of poultry and other food) filled with stuffing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffed",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by up)(of the nasal passages)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffed",1,1,3 ], "blocked with mucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffed",1,1,4 ], "annoyance, esp| against another person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stuffed",1,1,4 ], "get stuffed!Brit| taboo slang| an exclamation of contemptuous anger or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing and stripping",1,1,1 ], "(in marine transport) the packing and unpacking of containers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing box",1,1,1 ], "a small chamber in which an annular packing is compressed around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing box",1,1,1 ], "reciprocating or rotating rod or shaft to form a seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing nut",1,1,1 ], "a large nut that is tightened to compress the packing in a stuffing box" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing",1,1,1 ], "the material with which something is stuffed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing",1,1,2 ], "a mixture of chopped and seasoned ingredients with which poultry, meat, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing",1,1,2 ], "is stuffed before cooking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing",1,1,3 ], "knock the stuffing out of to defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffing",1,1,4 ], "(someone) utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffy",1,1,1 ], "stuffier, stuffiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffy",1,1,2 ], "lacking fresh air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffy",1,1,3 ], "excessively dull, staid, or conventional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stuffy",1,1,4 ], "(of the nasal passages) blocked with mucus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stull",1,1,1 ], "a timber prop or platform in a stope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stultify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make useless, futile, or ineffectual, esp| by routine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stultify",1,1,2 ], "to cause to appear absurd or inconsistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stultify",1,1,3 ], "to prove (someone) to be of unsound mind and thus not legally responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stum (in wine-making)" ,1, 1, 1],"a less common word for ,must'2",1). c_DEF([ "stum (in wine-making)" ,1, 1, 2],"partly fermented wine added to fermented wine as a preservative",1). c_DEF([ "stum (in wine-making)" ,1, 2, 1],"to preserve (wine) by adding stum",1). c_DEF([ "stumble",1,1,1 ], "to trip or fall while walking or running" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumble",1,1,2 ], "to walk in an awkward, unsteady, or unsure way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumble",1,1,3 ], "to make mistakes or hesitate in speech or actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumble",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by across or upon) to come (across) by accident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumble",1,1,5 ], "to commit a grave mistake or sin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumble",1,2,1 ], "a false step, trip, or blunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumble",1,2,2 ], "the act of stumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumbling block",1,1,1 ], "any impediment or obstacle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumer",1,1,1 ], "a forgery or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumer",1,1,2 ], "a poor bargain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump ranch",1,1,1 ], "(in British Columbia) an undeveloped ranch in the bush where grass is grown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump ranch",1,1,1 ], "among the stumps of felled trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stump up",1,1,1 ], "to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump up",1,1,2 ], "(the money required)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,1 ], "has fallen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,1 ], "the base part of a tree trunk left standing after the tree has been felled or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,2 ], "larger part has been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,2 ], "the part of something, such as a tooth, limb, or blade, that remains after a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,3 ], "a leg (esp| in the phrase stir one""s stumps)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,4 ], "a wicket (the stumps)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,4 ], "any of three upright wooden sticks that, with two bails laid across them, form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,5 ], "a short sharply-pointed stick of cork or rolled paper or leather, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,5 ], "drawing and shading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,6 ], "a heavy tread or the sound of heavy footsteps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,7 ], "a platform used by an orator when addressing a meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,1,8 ], "a pile used to support a house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,2,1 ], "to stop, confuse, or puzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,3,1 ], "to plod or trudge heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,4,1 ], "(of a fielder, esp| a wicketkeeper) to dismiss (a batsman) by breaking his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,4,1 ], "wicket with the ball or with the ball in the hand while he is out of his crease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,4,2 ], "to campaign or canvass (an area), esp| by political speech-making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,5,1 ], "to reduce to a stump; lop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stump",1,6,1 ], "to clear (land) of stumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumpage",1,1,1 ], "standing timber or its value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumpage",1,1,2 ], "the right to fell timber on another person""s land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumpy",1,1,1 ], "stumpier, stumpiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumpy",1,1,2 ], "like a stump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stumpy",1,1,3 ], "abounding in or full of stumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stun",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to render unconscious, as by a heavy blow or fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stun",1,1,2 ], "to shock or overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stun",1,1,3 ], "to surprise or astound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stun",1,2,1 ], "the state or effect of being stunned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stung",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of sting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stung",1,2,1 ], "drunk; intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunk",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing of great beauty, quality, size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunning",1,1,1 ], "very attractive, impressive, astonishing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunsail",1,1,1 ], "another word for studdingsail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunt",1,1,1 ], "to prevent or impede (the growth or development) of (a plant, animal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunt",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of stunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunt",1,2,2 ], "a person, animal, or plant that has been stunted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunt",2,1,1,1 ], "a feat of daring or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunt",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunt",2,1,2 ], "anything spectacular or unusual done for attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stunt",2,2,1 ], "to perform a stunt or stunts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupa",1,1,1 ], "a domed edifice housing Buddhist or Jain relics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupe",1,1,1 ], "a hot damp cloth, usually sprinkled with an irritant, applied to the body to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupe",1,1,1 ], "relieve pain by counterirritation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stupe",2,1,1 ], "a stupid person; clot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupefacient",1,1,1 ], "a drug that causes stupor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupefacient",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating this type of drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupefaction",1,1,1 ], "astonishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupefaction",1,1,2 ], "the act of stupefying or the state of being stupefied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupefy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to render insensitive or lethargic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupefy",1,1,2 ], "to confuse or astound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupendous",1,1,1 ], "astounding, wonderful, huge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupid",1,1,1 ], "lacking in common sense, perception, or normal intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupid",1,1,2 ], "stunned, dazed, or stupefied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupid",1,1,3 ], "having dull mental responses; slow-witted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupid",1,1,4 ], "trivial, silly, or frivolous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupidity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupidity",1,1,2 ], "a stupid act, remark, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupor",1,1,1 ], "a state of unconsciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stupor",1,1,2 ], "mental dullness; torpor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sturdy",1,1,1 ], "dier, diest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sturdy",1,1,2 ], "healthy, strong, and vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sturdy",1,1,3 ], "strongly built; stalwart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sturdy",2,1,1 ], "another name for staggers (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sturgeon",1,1,1 ], "any primitive bony fish of the family Acipenseridae, of temperate waters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sturgeon",1,1,1 ], "the N hemisphere, having an elongated snout and rows of spines along the body:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sturgeon",1,1,1 ], "valued as a source of caviar and isinglass" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stutter",1,1,1 ], "initial ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stutter",1,1,1 ], "to speak (a word, phrase, etc|) with recurring repetition of consonants, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stutter",1,1,2 ], "to make (an abrupt sound) repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stutter",1,2,1 ], "the act or habit of stuttering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stutter",1,2,2 ], "a stuttering sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sty" ,1, 1, 1],"a pen in which pigs are housed and fed",1). c_DEF([ "sty" ,1, 1, 2],"any filthy or corrupt place",1). c_DEF([ "sty" ,1, 2, 1],"to enclose or be enclosed in a sty",1). c_DEF([ "sty",2,1,1 ], "inflammation of a sebaceous gland of the eyelid, usually caused by bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,1 ], "a form of appearance, design, or production; type or make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,10 ], "the long slender extension of the ovary, bearing the stigma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,11 ], "a slender pointed structure, such as the piercing mouthparts of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,11 ], "insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,12 ], "a method of expressing or calculating dates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,13 ], "another word for stylus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,14 ], "the arm of a sundial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,2 ], "the way in which something is done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,3 ], "separate from its intrinsic content, meaning, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,3 ], "the manner in which something is expressed or performed, considered as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,4 ], "a distinctive, formal, or characteristic manner of expression in words, music," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,4 ], "painting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,5 ], "elegance or refinement of manners, dress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,6 ], "prevailing fashion in dress, looks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,7 ], "a fashionable or ostentatious mode of existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,8 ], "book, journal, etc|, or in a printing or publishing house" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,8 ], "the particular mode of orthography, punctuation, design, etc|, followed in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,1,9 ], "the distinguishing title or form of address of a person or firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,2,1 ], "to design, shape, or tailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,2,2 ], "to adapt or make suitable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,2,3 ], "to make consistent or correct according to a printing or publishing style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,2,4 ], "to name or call; designate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "style",1,3,1 ], "to decorate objects using a style or stylus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylebook",1,1,1 ], "a book containing rules and examples of punctuation, typography, etc|, for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylebook",1,1,1 ], "use of writers, editors, and printers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stylet",1,1,1 ], "a wire for insertion into a flexible cannula or catheter to maintain its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylet",1,1,1 ], "rigidity or patency during passage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stylet",1,1,2 ], "a slender probe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styliform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a stylus or bristle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylish",1,1,1 ], "having style; smart; fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylist",1,1,1 ], "a person who performs, writes, or acts with attention to style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylist",1,1,2 ], "a designer of clothes, decor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylist",1,1,3 ], "a hairdresser who styles hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylistic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to style, esp| artistic or literary style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylite",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of recluses who in ancient times lived on the top of high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylite",1,1,1 ], "pillars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stylize",1,1,1 ], "to give a conventional or established stylistic form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylo-",1,1,1 ], "(in biology) a style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylo-",1,1,2 ], "indicating a column or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylobate",1,1,1 ], "a continuous horizontal course of masonry that supports a colonnade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylograph",1,1,1 ], "a fountain pen having a fine hollow tube as the writing point instead of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylograph",1,1,1 ], "nib" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stylographic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a stylograph or stylography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylography",1,1,1 ], "the art or method of writing, drawing, or engraving with a stylus or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a stylus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styloid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a projecting process of the temporal bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylolite",1,1,1 ], "any of the small striated columnar structures within the strata of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylolite",1,1,1 ], "limestones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stylopize",1,1,1 ], "(of a stylops) to parasitize (a host)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylopodium",1,1,1 ], "a swelling at the base of the style in umbelliferous plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylops",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the order Strepsiptera, including the genus Stylops, living as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylops",1,1,1 ], "host but the males move between hosts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stylops",1,1,1 ], "parasite in other insects, esp| bees and wasps: the females remain in the body of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stylostixis",1,1,1 ], "another name for acupuncture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylus",1,1,1 ], "a pointed instrument for engraving, drawing or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylus",1,1,2 ], "a tool used in ancient times for writing on wax tablets, which was pointed at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylus",1,1,2 ], "one end and blunt at the other for erasing mistakes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stylus",1,1,3 ], "a device attached to the cartridge in the pickup arm of a gramophone that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "stylus",1,1,3 ], "diamond or sapphire" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "stylus",1,1,3 ], "in the cartridge| It consists of or is tipped with a hard material, such as" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "stylus",1,1,3 ], "rests in the groove in the record, transmitting the vibrations to the sensing device" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "stymie" ,1, 1, 1],"(tr|; often passive) to hinder or thwart",1). c_DEF([ "stymie" ,1, 1, 2],"to impede with a stymie",1). c_DEF([ "stymie" ,1, 2, 1],"mies",1). c_DEF([ "stymie" ,1, 2, 2],"a situation in which an opponent's ball is blocking the line between the hole",1). c_DEF([ "stymie" ,1, 2, 2],"and the ball about to be played",2). c_DEF([ "stymie" ,1, 2, 3],"a situation of obstruction",1). c_DEF([ "stypsis",1,1,1 ], "the action, application, or use of a styptic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styptic pencil",1,1,1 ], "a styptic agent in the form of a small stick, for application to razor nicks," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styptic pencil",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "styptic" ,1, 1, 1],"styptical",1). c_DEF([ "styptic" ,1, 1, 2],"contracting the blood vessels or tissues",1). c_DEF([ "styptic" ,1, 2, 1],"a styptic drug",1). c_DEF([ "styracaceous",1,1,1 ], "American trees and shrubs having leathery leaves: includes storax and silver bell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "styracaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Styracaceae, a family of Asian and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styrax",1,1,1 ], "any tropical or subtropical tree of the genus Styrax, which includes the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styrax",1,1,1 ], "storaxes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "styrene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily volatile flammable water-insoluble liquid made from ethylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "styrene",1,1,1 ], "and benzene| It is an unsaturated compound and readily polymerizes: used in making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "styrene",1,1,1 ], "synthetic plastics and rubbers| Formula: C6H5CHCH2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "st|",1,1,1 ], "stanza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "st|",1,1,2 ], "statute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "st|",1,1,3 ], "stumped by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suable",1,1,1 ], "liable to be sued in a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suasion",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for persuasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suave",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a man) displaying smoothness and sophistication in manner or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suave",1,1,1 ], "urbane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sub judice",1,1,1 ], "before a court of law or a judge under judicial consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub rosa",1,1,1 ], "in secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 1, 1],"(in photography)",3). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 1, 1],"short for several words beginning with &865sub-, such as ,subaltern,",1). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 1, 1],"subeditor, submarine, subordinate, subscription, substandard, substitute, and ,substratum",2). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 1, 2],"an advance payment of wages or salary",1). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to serve as a substitute",1). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 2, 2],"to grant or receive (an advance payment of wages or salary)",1). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 2, 4],"short for subedit",1). c_DEF([ "sub" ,1, 2, 6],"to apply a substratum to (a film or plate base)",1). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,1 ], "situated under or beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,2 ], "secondary in rank; subordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,3 ], "falling short of; less than or imperfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,4 ], "forming a subdivision or subordinate part of a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,5 ], "(in chemistry)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,5,1 ], "indicating that a compound contains a relatively small proportion of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,5,1 ], "specified element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sub-",1,1,5,2 ], "indicating that a salt is basic salt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-machine-gun",1,1,1 ], "a portable automatic or semiautomatic gun with a short barrel, designed to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub-machine-gun",1,1,1 ], "fired from the hip or shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subacetate",1,1,1 ], "Al3(OH)2(CH\3COO)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subacetate",1,1,1 ], "addition to acetate ions| For example, the subacetate of aluminium is probably" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subacetate",1,1,1 ], "any one of certain crystalline basic acetates containing hydroxide ions in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subacid",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of some fruits) moderately acid or sour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subacute",1,1,1 ], "intermediate between acute and chronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subadar",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the chief native officer of a company of Indian soldiers in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subadar",1,1,1 ], "British service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subah",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a province in the Mogul empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subah",1,1,2 ], "another word for subadar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subalpine",1,1,1 ], "situated in or relating to the regions at the foot of mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subalpine",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) growing below the treeline in mountainous regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaltern",1,1,1 ], "British" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subaltern",1,1,1 ], "a commissioned officer below the rank of captain in certain armies, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaltern",1,1,2 ], "a person of inferior rank or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaltern",1,1,2,1 ], "second, esp| the relation of a particular to a universal proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subaltern",1,1,2,1 ], "the relation of one proposition to another when the first is implied by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaltern",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaltern",1,2,1 ], "of inferior position or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subalternate",1,1,1 ], "(of leaves) having an arrangement intermediate between alternate and opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subalternate",1,1,2 ], "following in turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subalternate",1,1,3 ], "of lesser quality or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subantarctic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to latitudes immediately north of the Antarctic Circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subapostolic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the era after that of the Apostles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaqua",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to underwater sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaquatic",1,1,1 ], "living or growing partly in water and partly on land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaquatic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to conditions, existence, or activities under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaqueous",1,1,1 ], "occurring, appearing, formed, or used under water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subarctic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to latitudes immediately south of the Arctic Circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subarid",1,1,1 ], "receiving slightly more rainfall than arid regions; moderately dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subassembly",1,1,1 ], "a number of machine components integrated into a unit forming part of a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subassembly",1,1,1 ], "assembly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subastral",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for terrestrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subatomic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to or being a particle making up an atom or a process occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subatomic",1,1,1 ], "within atoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subatomic",1,1,2 ], "having dimensions smaller than atomic dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaudition",1,1,1 ], "something that is not directly stated but implied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaudition",1,1,2 ], "the ability or act of understanding that which is only implied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subauricular",1,1,1 ], "situated below the auricle of the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaxillary",1,1,1 ], "situated or growing beneath the axil of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subaxillary",1,1,2 ], "situated beneath the armpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subbase",1,1,1 ], "the lowest part of a pedestal, base, or skirting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subbasement",1,1,1 ], "an underground storey of a building beneath the main basement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subbass",1,1,1 ], "another name for bourdon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcalibre",1,1,1 ], "(of a projectile) having a calibre less than that of the firearm from which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcalibre",1,1,1 ], "inserted into the barrel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subcalibre",1,1,1 ], "is discharged and therefore either fitted with a disc or fired through a tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subcalibre",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or firing subcalibre projectiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcartilaginous",1,1,1 ], "composed partly of cartilage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcartilaginous",1,1,2 ], "situated beneath a cartilage or a cartilaginous structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcelestial",1,1,1 ], "beneath the heavens; terrestrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcelestial",1,2,1 ], "a subcelestial object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subception",1,1,1 ], "another word for subliminal perception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subchloride",1,1,1 ], "a chloride of an element that contains less chlorine than its common chloride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subclass",1,1,1 ], "a principal subdivision of a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subclass",1,1,2 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subclass",1,1,3 ], "another name for subset ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subclass",1,2,1 ], "to assign to a subclass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subclavian",1,1,1 ], "(of an artery, vein, area, etc|) situated below the clavicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subclimax",1,1,1 ], "a community in which development has been arrested before climax has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subclimax",1,1,1 ], "attained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subclinical",1,1,1 ], "first noted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subclinical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the stage in the course of a disease before the symptoms are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subconscious",1,1,1 ], "acting or existing without one""s awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subconscious",1,2,1 ], "conscious awareness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subconscious",1,2,1 ], "that part of the mind considered to be outside or only partly within one""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontinent",1,1,1 ], "Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subcontinent",1,1,1 ], "a large land mass that is a distinct part of a continent, such as India is of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontract",1,1,1 ], "(s'b!k$Antrkt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontract",1,1,2 ], "a subordinate contract under which the supply of materials, services, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontract",1,1,2 ], "labour is let out to someone other than a party to the main contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subcontract",1,3,1 ], "to enter into or make a subcontract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontract",1,4,1 ], "to let out (work) on a subcontract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontractor",1,1,1 ], "a person, company, etc|, that enters into a subcontract, esp| a firm that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontractor",1,1,1 ], "undertakes to complete part of another""s contract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subcontrary",1,1,1 ], "(of a pair of propositions) related such that they cannot both be false at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcontrary",1,1,1 ], "once, although they may be true together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subcontrary",1,2,1 ], "either of the two propositions of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcortex",1,1,1 ], "the matter of the brain situated beneath the cerebral cortex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcritical",1,1,1 ], "(of a nuclear reaction, power station, etc|) having or involving a chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcritical",1,1,1 ], "reaction that is not self-sustaining not yet critical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subculture",1,1,1 ], "a subdivision of a national culture or an enclave within it with a distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subculture",1,1,1 ], "integrated network of behaviour, beliefs, and attitudes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subculture",1,1,2 ], "a culture of microorganisms derived from another culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subculture",1,2,1 ], "(s'b!k'lt#s@@)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subculture",1,3,1 ], "to inoculate (bacteria from one culture medium) onto another medium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subcutaneous",1,1,1 ], "situated, used, or introduced beneath the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdeacon",1,1,1 ], "a cleric who assists at High Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdeacon",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a person ordained to the lowest of the major orders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdelirium",1,1,1 ], "mild or intermittent delirium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdiaconate",1,1,1 ], "the rank or office of a subdeacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdivide",1,1,1 ], "to divide (something) resulting from an earlier division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdivide",1,2,1 ], "to divide (land) into lots for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdivision",1,1,1 ], "earlier division" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subdivision",1,1,1 ], "the process, instance, or state of being divided again following upon an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdivision",1,1,2 ], "a portion that is the result of subdividing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdivision",1,1,3 ], "a lot resulting from subdividing land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdominant",1,1,1 ], "the fourth degree of a major or minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdominant",1,1,2 ], "a key or chord based on this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdominant",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the subdominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subduct",1,1,1 ], "to draw or turn (the eye, etc|) downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subduct",1,1,2 ], "to take away; deduct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to establish ascendancy over by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdue",1,1,2 ], "to overcome and bring under control, as by intimidation or persuasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdue",1,1,3 ], "to hold in check or repress (feelings, emotions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdue",1,1,4 ], "to render less intense or less conspicuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdued",1,1,1 ], "cowed, passive, or shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdued",1,1,2 ], "gentle or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subdued",1,1,3 ], "(of colours, etc|) not harsh or bright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subedit",1,1,1 ], "to edit and correct (written or printed material)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subeditor",1,1,1 ], "a person who checks and edits copy, esp| on a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subequatorial",1,1,1 ], "equatorial regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subequatorial",1,1,1 ], "situated in or characteristic of regions immediately north or south of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suberic acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for octanedioic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suberin",1,1,1 ], "a fatty or waxy substance that is present in the walls of cork cells, making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suberin",1,1,1 ], "them impermeable to water and resistant to decay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suberize",1,1,1 ], "to impregnate (cell walls) with suberin during the formation of corky tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suberose" ,1, 1, 2],"relating to, resembling, or consisting of cork; corky",1). c_DEF([ "subfamily",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subfamily",1,1,2 ], "any analogous subdivision, as of a family of languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subfloor",1,1,1 ], "a rough floor that forms a base for a finished floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subfusc",1,1,1 ], "devoid of brightness or appeal; drab, dull, or dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subfusc",1,2,1 ], "(at Oxford University) formal academic dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subgenus",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a genus but of higher rank than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subgenus",1,1,1 ], "species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subglacial",1,1,1 ], "formed or occurring at the bottom of a glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subgroup",1,1,1 ], "a distinct and often subordinate division of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subgroup",1,1,2 ], "a mathematical group whose members are members of another group, both groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subgroup",1,1,2 ], "being subject to the same rule of combination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subheading",1,1,1 ], "the heading or title of a subdivision or subsection of a printed work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subheading",1,1,2 ], "a division subordinate to a main heading or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subhuman",1,1,1 ], "evolutionary development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subhuman",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating animals that are below man (Homo sapiens) in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subhuman",1,1,2 ], "less than human" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subindex",1,1,1 ], "another word for subscript ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subindex",1,1,2 ], "an index to a subcategory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subinfeudate",1,1,1 ], "to grant (lands) by subinfeudation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subinfeudation",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) the granting of land by a vassal to another man who became" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subinfeudation",1,1,1 ], "his vassal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subinfeudation",1,1,2 ], "the tenure or relationship so established| n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subinfeudatory (in feudal society)" ,1, 1, 2],"a man who held his fief by a subinfeudation",1). c_DEF([ "subinfeudatory (in feudal society)" ,1, 2, 1],"of or relating to subinfeudati",1). c_DEF([ "subirrigate",1,1,1 ], "natural moisture in the subsoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subirrigate",1,1,1 ], "to irrigate (land) by means of an underground system of pipe lines or by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subito",1,1,1 ], "(preceding or following a dynamic marking, etc|) suddenly immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjacent",1,1,1 ], "forming a foundation; underlying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjacent",1,1,2 ], "lower than though not directly below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject catalogue",1,1,1 ], "a catalogue with entries arranged by subject in a classified sequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject matter",1,1,1 ], "the substance or main theme of a book, discussion, debate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,1,1 ], "the predominant theme or topic, as of a book, discussion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,10 ], "change the subject| to select a new topic of conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,2 ], "any branch of learning considered as a course of study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,3 ], "a word or phrase about which something is predicated or stated in a sentence;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,3 ], "for example, the cat in the sentence The cat catches mice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that undergoes experiment, analysis, treatment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,5 ], "a person who lives under the rule of a monarch, government, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,6 ], "an object, figure, scene, etc|, as selected by an artist or photographer for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,6 ], "representation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,6,1 ], "that which thinks or feels as opposed to the object of thinking and feeling;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,6,1 ], "the self or the mind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,6,2 ], "the essential nature or substance of something as opposed to its attributes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,7 ], "a melodic or thematic phrase used as the principal motif of a fugue, the basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,7 ], "from which the musical material is derived in a sonata-form movement, or the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,7 ], "recurrent figure in a rondo" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,8 ], "the term of a proposition about which something is asserted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,1,9 ], "an originating motive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,2,1 ], "(usually postpositive and foll| by to) being under the power or sovereignty of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,2,1 ], "a ruler, government, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,2,2 ], "showing a tendency (towards)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,2,3 ], "exposed or vulnerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,2,4 ], "conditional upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,3,1 ], "subject to| under the condition that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,4,1 ], "(s@!d#f$ekt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,5,1 ], "(foll| by to) to cause to undergo the application (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,5,2 ], "to expose or render vulnerable or liable (to some experience)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,5,3 ], "(foll| by to) to bring under the control or authority (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,5,4 ], "to subdue or subjugate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,5,5 ], "to present for consideration; submit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject",1,5,6 ], "to place below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject-raising",1,1,1 ], "a rule that moves the subject of a complement clause into the clause in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subject-raising",1,1,1 ], "it is embedded, as in the derivation of He is likely to be late from It is likely" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subject-raising",1,1,1 ], "that he will be late" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subjectify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to make subjective or interpret subjectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjection",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of subjecting or the state of being subjected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective idealism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that all experience is of ideas in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,1 ], "and not the nature of the object being considered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,1 ], "belonging to, proceeding from, or relating to the mind of the thinking subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or emanating from a person""s emotions, prejudices, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,3 ], "relating to the inherent nature of a person or thing; essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,4 ], "existing only as perceived and not as a thing in itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,5 ], "(of a symptom, condition, etc|) experienced only by the patient and incapable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,5 ], "of being recognized or studied by anyone else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,6 ], "cases, that identifies the subject of a finite verb and (in formal use in English) is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,6 ], "denoting a case of nouns and pronouns, esp| in languages having only two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,1,6 ], "selected for predicate complements, as in It is I" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,2,1,1 ], "the subjective case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjective",1,2,1,2 ], "a subjective word or speech element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjectivism",1,1,1 ], "relative to the self" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subjectivism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that knowledge, perception, values, etc|, are limited by and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjectivism",1,1,2 ], "any theological theory that attaches primary importance to religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjectivism",1,1,2 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subjectivism",1,1,3 ], "the quality or condition of being subjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjoin",1,1,1 ], "to add or attach at the end of something spoken, written, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjugate",1,1,1 ], "to bring into subjection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjugate",1,1,2 ], "to make subservient or submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjunctive",1,1,1 ], "denoting a mood of verbs used when the content of the clause is being doubted," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjunctive",1,1,1 ], "following sentence, were is in the subjunctive" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "subjunctive",1,1,1 ], "range of meanings it may possess vary considerably from language to language| In the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subjunctive",1,1,1 ], "supposed, feared true, etc|, rather than being asserted| The rules for its use and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subjunctive",1,2,1,1 ], "the subjunctive mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subjunctive",1,2,1,2 ], "a verb in this mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subj|",1,1,1 ], "subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subj|",1,1,2 ], "subjective(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subj|",1,1,3 ], "subjunctive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subkingdom",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublapsarianism",1,1,1 ], "another word for infralapsarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublease",1,1,1 ], "a lease of property made by a person who is himself a lessee or tenant of that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublease",1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sublease",1,2,1 ], "(s'b!li$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublease",1,2,2 ], "to grant a sublease of (property); sublet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublease",1,3,1 ], "to take, obtain, or hold by sublease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublet",1,1,1 ], "(s'b!l$et), lets, letting, let" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublet",1,1,2 ], "to grant a sublease of (property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublet",1,1,3 ], "to let out (work, etc|) under a subcontract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublet",1,2,1 ], "a sublease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublieutenant",1,1,1 ], "navies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sublieutenant",1,1,1 ], "the most junior commissioned officer in the Royal Navy and certain other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimate",1,1,1 ], "activities that are considered to be socially more acceptable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sublimate",1,1,1 ], "to direct the energy of (a primitive impulse, esp| a sexual one) into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimate",1,2,1 ], "to make purer; refine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimate",1,2,2 ], "a less common word forsublime 9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimate",1,3,1 ], "the material obtained when a substance is sublimed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimate",1,4,1 ], "exalted or purified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimation",1,1,1 ], "(in Freudian psychology) the diversion of psychic energy derived from sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimation",1,1,1 ], "impulses into nonsexual activity, esp| of a creative nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sublimation",1,1,2 ], "the process or an instance of sublimating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublimation",1,1,3 ], "something sublimated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 1],"(tr|) to make higher or purer",1). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 1],"of high moral, intellectual, or spiritual value; noble; exalted",1). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 2],"first melting",2). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 2],"inspiring deep veneration or awe",1). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 2],"to change or cause to change directly from a solid to a vapour or gas without",1). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 3],"directly from a vapour to a solid",2). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 3],"of proud bearing or aspect",1). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 3],"to undergo or cause to undergo this process followed by a reverse change",1). c_DEF([ "sublime" ,1, 1, 4],"raised up",1). c_DEF([ "subliminal advertising",1,1,1 ], "a form of advertising on film or television that employs subliminal images to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subliminal advertising",1,1,1 ], "influence the viewer unconsciously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subliminal perception",1,1,1 ], "consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subliminal perception",1,1,1 ], "perception of or reaction to a stimulus that occurs without awareness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subliminal",1,1,1 ], "resulting from processes of which the individual is not aware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subliminal",1,1,2 ], "(of stimuli) less than the minimum intensity or duration required to elicit a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subliminal",1,1,2 ], "response" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sublingual",1,1,1 ], "situated beneath the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublittoral",1,1,1 ], "(of marine organisms) growing, living, or situated close to the seashore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublittoral",1,1,2 ], "continental shelf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sublittoral",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the zone between the seashore and the edge of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublunary",1,1,1 ], "situated between the moon and the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sublunary",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the earth or world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submarginal",1,1,1 ], "below the minimum requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submarginal",1,1,2 ], "situated close to the margin of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submarginal",1,1,3 ], "(of land) infertile and unprofitable for cultivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submarine",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, esp| one designed for warfare, capable of operating for protracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submarine",1,1,1 ], "periods below the surface of the sea| Often shortened to sub" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "submarine",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a submarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submarine",1,1,1,2 ], "occurring or situated below the surface of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submariner",1,1,1 ], "a crewman in a submarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submaxillary gland",1,1,1 ], "(in mammals)either of a pair of salivary glands situated on each side behind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submaxillary gland",1,1,1 ], "the lower jaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "submaxillary",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or situated close to the lower jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submediant",1,1,1 ], "the sixth degree of a major or minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submediant",1,1,2 ], "a key or chord based on this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submediant",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the submediant|Also (U|S|): superdominant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submental",1,1,1 ], "situated beneath the chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submerge",1,1,1 ], "of water, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "submerge",1,1,1 ], "to plunge, sink, or dive or cause to plunge, sink, or dive below the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submerge",1,2,1 ], "to cover with water or some other liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submerge",1,3,1 ], "to hide; suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submerge",1,4,1 ], "to overwhelm, as with work, difficulties, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submerged",1,1,1 ], "(of plants or plant parts) growing beneath the surface of the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submerged",1,1,2 ], "hidden; obscured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submerged",1,1,3 ], "overwhelmed or overburdened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submersible",1,1,1 ], "able to be submerged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submersible",1,1,2 ], "capable of operating under water, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submersible",1,2,1 ], "a warship designed to operate under water for short periods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submicroscopic",1,1,1 ], "too small to be seen through an optical microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subminiature camera",1,1,1 ], "a pocket-sized camera, usually using 16 millimetre film with a very fine grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subminiature camera",1,1,1 ], "so that negatives can produce considerably enlarged prints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subminiature",1,1,1 ], "smaller than miniature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subminiaturize",1,1,1 ], "to make subminiature, as in the manufacture of electronic equipment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submiss",1,1,1 ], "docile; submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submiss",1,1,2 ], "soft in tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,1 ], "an act or instance of submitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,2 ], "something submitted; a proposal, argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,3 ], "the quality or condition of being submissive to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,4 ], "the act of referring a document, etc|, for the consideration of someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,4,1 ], "an agreement by the parties to a dispute to refer the matter to arbitration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,4,2 ], "the instrument referring a disputed matter to arbitration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,5 ], "(in wrestling) the act of causing such pain to one""s opponent that he" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,5 ], "submits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "submission",1,1,6 ], "a confession of error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submissive",1,1,1 ], "of, tending towards, or indicating submission, humility, or servility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submit",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to yield (oneself), as to the will of another person, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submit",1,1,1 ], "superior force, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "submit",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) to subject or be voluntarily subjected (to analysis, treatment," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submit",1,1,2 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "submit",1,2,1 ], "to refer (something to someone) for judgment or consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submit",1,3,1 ], "to state, contend, or propose deferentially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submit",1,4,1 ], "to defer or accede (to the decision, opinion, etc|, of another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submontane",1,1,1 ], "situated on or characteristic of the lower slopes of a mountain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submontane",1,1,2 ], "beneath a mountain or mountain range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submucosa",1,1,1 ], "the connective tissue beneath a mucous membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submultiple",1,1,1 ], "a number that can be divided into another number an integral number of times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "submultiple",1,1,1 ], "without a remainder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "submultiple",1,2,1 ], "being a submultiple of a quantity or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subnormal",1,1,1 ], "less than the normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subnormal",1,1,2 ], "having a low intelligence, esp| having an IQ of less than 70" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subnormal",1,2,1 ], "a subnormal person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suboceanic",1,1,1 ], "formed or situated beneath the ocean or ocean floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suborbital",1,1,1 ], "(of a rocket, missile, etc|) having a flight path that is less than one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suborbital",1,1,1 ], "complete orbit of the earth or other celestial body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suborbital",1,1,2 ], "situated beneath the orbit of the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suborder",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of an order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinary",1,1,1 ], "any of several heraldic bearings of secondary importance to the ordinary, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinary",1,1,1 ], "as the lozenge, the orle, and the fret" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate clause",1,1,1 ], "a clause with an adjectival, adverbial, or nominal function, rather than one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate clause",1,1,1 ], "that functions as a separate sentence in its own right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,1,1 ], "(s@@!b@$$:d$In$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,1,2 ], "of lesser order or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,1,3 ], "under the authority or control of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,2,1 ], "(s@@!b@$$:d$In$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,2,2 ], "a person or thing that is subordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,3,1 ], "(s@@!b@$$:d$I~ne$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,4,1 ], "to put in a lower rank or position (than)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinate",1,4,2 ], "to make subservient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinating conjunction",1,1,1 ], "a conjunction that introduces subordinate clauses, such as if, because," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subordinating conjunction",1,1,1 ], "although, and until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subordinationism",1,1,1 ], "Ghost is subordinate to both" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subordinationism",1,1,1 ], "as heretical, according to which the Son is subordinate to the Father or the Holy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subordinationism",1,1,1 ], "either of two interpretations of the doctrine of the Trinity, often regarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suborn",1,1,1 ], "to bribe, incite, or instigate (a person) to commit a wrongful act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suborn",1,1,2 ], "to induce (a witness) to commit perjury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suboxide",1,1,1 ], "an oxide of an element containing less oxygen than the common oxide formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suboxide",1,1,1 ], "the element" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subphylum",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subplot",1,1,1 ], "a subordinate or auxiliary plot in a novel, play, film, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subpoena" ,1, 1, 1],"a writ issued by a court of justice requiring a person to appear before the",1). c_DEF([ "subpoena" ,1, 1, 1],"court at a specified time",2). c_DEF([ "subpoena" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to serve with a subpoena",1). c_DEF([ "subpopulation",1,1,1 ], "a subgroup of a statistical population" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subprincipal",1,1,1 ], "a vice-principal in a college, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subregion",1,1,1 ], "a subdivision of a region, esp| a zoogeographical or ecological region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subreption",1,1,1 ], "the concealment of facts in order to obtain an ecclesiastical dispensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subreption",1,1,2 ], "any deceitful misrepresentation or concealment of facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subrogate",1,1,1 ], "claim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subrogate",1,1,1 ], "to put (one person or thing) in the place of another in respect of a right or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subrogation",1,1,1 ], "from the original debtor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subrogation",1,1,1 ], "surety who has paid the debt in the place of the creditor, entitling him to payment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subrogation",1,1,1 ], "the substitution of one person or thing for another, esp| the placing of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subroutine",1,1,1 ], "a section of a computer program that is stored only once but can be used when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subroutine",1,1,1 ], "required at several different points in the program, thus saving space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscapular",1,1,1 ], "(of a muscle or artery) situated beneath the scapula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscapular",1,2,1 ], "any subscapular muscle or artery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscribe",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by to) to pay or promise to pay (a sum of money) as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscribe",1,1,1 ], "contribution (to a fund or charity, for a magazine, etc|), esp| at regular intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscribe",1,1,2 ], "other document" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscribe",1,1,2 ], "to inscribe or sign (one""s name, etc|) at the end of a contract, will, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscribe",1,2,1 ], "to give support or approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscriber trunk dialling",1,1,1 ], "a service by which telephone subscribers can obtain trunk calls by dialling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscriber trunk dialling",1,1,1 ], "direct without the aid of an operator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscript",1,1,1 ], "(of a character) written or printed below the base line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscript",1,2,1 ], "a subscript character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription concert",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) one of a series &480 of concerts for which a subscription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription concert",1,1,1 ], "ticket is sold in advance for the entire series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscription library",1,1,1 ], "a commercial lending library" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,1 ], "a payment or promise of payment for consecutive issues of a magazine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,1 ], "newspaper, book, etc|, over a specified period of time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,10 ], "an advance order for a new product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,10,1 ], "the sale of books, etc|, prior to printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,10,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,11 ], "allegiance; submission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,2 ], "an amount of money paid or promised, as to a charity, or the fund raised in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,2 ], "this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,3 ], "an offer to buy shares or bonds issued by a company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,4 ], "the act of signing one""s name to a document, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,5 ], "a signature or other appendage attached to the bottom of a document, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,6 ], "agreement, consent, or acceptance expressed by or as if by signing one""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,6 ], "name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,7 ], "a signed document, statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,8 ], "the membership dues or fees paid to a society or club" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,9 ], "acceptance of a fixed body of articles of faith, doctrines, or principles laid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,9 ], "down as universally binding upon all the members of a Church| Med| that part of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,9 ], "rarely seen today as modern drugs are mostly prepackaged by the manufacturers" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "subscription",1,1,9 ], "written prescription directing the pharmacist how to mix and prepare the ingredients:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "subsellium",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for misericord (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsequence",1,1,1 ], "the fact or state of being subsequent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsequence",1,1,2 ], "a subsequent incident or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsequent",1,1,1 ], "occurring after; succeeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subserve",1,1,1 ], "to be helpful or useful to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subserve",1,1,2 ], "to be subordinate to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subservient",1,1,1 ], "obsequious in behaviour or attitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subservient",1,1,2 ], "serving as a means to an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subservient",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for subordinate ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subset",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical set contained within a larger set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subset",1,1,2 ], "a set within a larger set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subshrub",1,1,1 ], "a small bushy plant that is woody except for the tips of the branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subside",1,1,1 ], "to become less loud, excited, violent, etc|; abate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subside",1,1,2 ], "to sink or fall to a lower level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subside",1,1,3 ], "(of the surface of the earth, etc|) to cave in; collapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subside",1,1,4 ], "(of sediment, etc|) to sink or descend to the bottom; settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidence",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of subsiding or the condition of having subsided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidence",1,1,2 ], "movements, mining operations, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subsidence",1,1,2 ], "the gradual sinking of landforms to a lower level as a result of earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidiaries",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for back matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidiary coin",1,1,1 ], "a coin of denomination smaller than that of the standard monetary unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidiary company",1,1,1 ], "a company with at least half of its capital stock owned by another company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidiary" ,1, 1, 1],"serving to aid or supplement; auxiliary",1). c_DEF([ "subsidiary" ,1, 1, 2],"of lesser importance; subordinate in function",1). c_DEF([ "subsidiary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person who or thing that is subsidiary",1). c_DEF([ "subsidiary" ,1, 2, 3],"short for subsidiary company",1). c_DEF([ "subsidize",1,1,1 ], "to aid or support with a subsidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidize",1,1,2 ], "to obtain the aid of by means of a subsidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidy",1,1,1 ], "a financial aid supplied by a government, as to industry, for reasons of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidy",1,1,1 ], "public welfare, the balance of payments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subsidy",1,1,2 ], "Crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subsidy",1,1,2 ], "a financial grant made originally for special purposes by Parliament to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsidy",1,1,3 ], "any monetary aid, grant, or contribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsist",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on) to be sustained; manage to live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsist",1,1,2 ], "to continue in existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsist",1,1,3 ], "(foll| by in) to lie or reside by virtue (of); consist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsist",1,1,3,1 ], "to exist as a concept or relation rather than a fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsist",1,1,3,2 ], "to be conceivable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsist",1,2,1 ], "to provide with support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence allowance",1,1,1 ], "an advance paid to an employee before his first regular payday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence allowance",1,1,2 ], "a payment to an employee made in order to reimburse expenses, as while on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence allowance",1,1,2 ], "assignments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence farming",1,1,1 ], "a type of farming in which most of the produce is consumed by the farmer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence farming",1,1,1 ], "his family, leaving little or nothing to be marketed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence level",1,1,1 ], "a standard of living barely adequate to support life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence",1,1,1 ], "the means by which one maintains life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence",1,1,2 ], "the act or condition of subsisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence",1,1,3 ], "a thing that has real existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence",1,1,4 ], "the state of being inherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsistence",1,1,5 ], "the quality of having abstract, real, or timeless existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsocial",1,1,1 ], "lacking a complex or definite social structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsoil",1,1,1,1 ], "undersoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsoil",1,1,2 ], "the layer of soil beneath the surface soil and overlying the bedrock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsoil",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsoil",1,2,1 ], "the subsoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subsoil",1,2,1 ], "to plough (land) to a depth below the normal ploughing level and so break up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsolar",1,1,1 ], "(of a point on the earth""""s surface) located directly below the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsolar",1,1,2 ], "situated between the tropics; equatorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsonic",1,1,1 ], "being, having, or travelling at a velocity below that of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subspecies",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a species: usually occurs because" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subspecies",1,1,1 ], "of isolation within a species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substage",1,1,1 ], "assembly holding a condenser lens for illuminating the specimen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substage",1,1,1 ], "the part of a microscope below the stage, usually consisting of an adjustable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,1 ], "the tangible basic matter of which a thing consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,2 ], "a specific type of matter, esp| a homogeneous material with definite or fairly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,2 ], "definite chemical composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,3 ], "the essence, meaning, etc|, of a discourse, thought, or written article" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,4 ], "solid or meaningful quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,5 ], "material density or body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,6 ], "material possessions or wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,6,1 ], "the essence of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,6,2 ], "attributes and accidents inhere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,6,2 ], "the basic element of anything that can receive modifications and in which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,6,3 ], "a thing considered as a continuing whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,7 ], "that which is eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substance",1,1,8 ], "in substance| with regard to the salient points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substandard",1,1,1 ], "below an established or required standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substandard",1,1,2 ], "another word for nonstandard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,1 ], "of a considerable size or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,2 ], "worthwhile; important; of telling effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,3 ], "having wealth or importance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,4 ], "(of food or a meal) sufficient and nourishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,5 ], "solid or strong in construction, quality, or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,6 ], "real; actual; true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to the basic or fundamental substance or aspects of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,8 ], "modifications" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,1,8 ], "of or relating to substance rather than to attributes, accidents, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantial",1,2,1 ], "an essential or important element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantialism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that a substantial reality underlies phenomena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantialism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine that matter is a real substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantialize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become substantial or actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantiate",1,1,1 ], "to establish as valid or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantiate",1,1,2 ], "to give form or real existence to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive rank",1,1,1 ], "a permanent rank in the armed services obtained by length of service," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive rank",1,1,1 ], "selection, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,1,1 ], "a noun or pronoun used in place of a noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, containing, or being the essential element of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,2 ], "having independent function, resources, or existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,3 ], "of substantial quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,4 ], "solid in foundation or basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,5 ], "denoting, relating to, or standing in place of a noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,6 ], "opposed to practice and procedure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,6 ], "relating to the essential legal principles administered by the courts, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantive",1,2,7 ], "(of a dye or colour) staining the material directly without use of a mordant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substantivize",1,1,1 ], "sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substantivize",1,1,1 ], "to make (a word other than a noun) play the grammatical role of a noun in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substation",1,1,1 ], "a subsidiary station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substation",1,1,2 ], "an installation at which electrical energy is received from one or more power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substation",1,1,2 ], "or switching before distribution by a low-tension network" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "substation",1,1,2 ], "stations for conversion from alternating to direct current, stepping down the voltage," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substituent",1,1,1 ], "an atom or group that replaces another atom or group in a molecule or can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substituent",1,1,1 ], "regarded as replacing an atom in a parent compound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substituent",1,2,1 ], "substituted or substitutable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for) to serve or cause to serve in place of another person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,1,1 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,1,2 ], "to replace (an atom or group in a molecule) with (another atom or group)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that serves in place of another, such as a player in a game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,2,1,1 ], "who takes the place of an injured colleague" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,2,2 ], "another name for pro-form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,2,3 ], "another word for repeater (sense 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitute",1,2,4 ], "(formerly) a person paid to replace another due for military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitution",1,1,1 ], "the act of substituting or state of being substituted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitution",1,1,2 ], "something or someone substituted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitutive",1,1,1 ], "acting or able to act as a substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substitutive",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or involving substitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substrate",1,1,1 ], "the substance upon which an enzyme acts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substrate",1,1,2 ], "another word for substratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,1 ], "any layer or stratum lying underneath another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,2 ], "a basis or foundation; groundwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,3 ], "the nonliving material on which an animal or plant grows or lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,3,1 ], "the solid rock underlying soils, gravels, etc|; bedrock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,3,2 ], "the layer of soil beneath the surface layer; subsoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,4 ], "any of several subdivisions or grades within a stratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,5 ], "a binding layer by which an emulsion is made to adhere to a glass or film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,5 ], "base| Sometimes shortened to sub" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,6 ], "substance considered as that in which attributes and accidents inhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,7 ], "conquering or colonizing population, esp| as it influences the form of the dominant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,7 ], "language or of any mixed languages arising from their contact" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "substratum",1,1,7 ], "the language of an indigenous population when replaced by the language of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substructure",1,1,1 ], "a structure, pattern, etc|, that forms the basis of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substructure",1,1,2 ], "a structure forming a foundation or framework for a building or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "substructure",1,1,2 ], "construction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subst|",1,1,1 ], "substantive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subst|",1,1,2 ], "substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsume",1,1,1 ], "inclusive classification or heading" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subsume",1,1,1 ], "to incorporate (an idea, proposition, case, etc|) under a comprehensive or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsume",1,1,2 ], "to consider (an instance of something) as part of a general rule or principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsumption",1,1,1 ], "the act of subsuming or the state of being subsumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsumption",1,1,2 ], "an idea, concept, etc|, subsumed under another, esp| the minor premiss of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subsumption",1,1,2 ], "syllogism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subtangent",1,1,1 ], "a segment of the x-axis between the x-coordinate of the point of contact of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtangent",1,1,1 ], "tangent to a curve and the intercept of the tangent on the axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subteen",1,1,1 ], "a young person who has not yet become a teenager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtemperate",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the colder temperate regions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtenant",1,1,1 ], "a person who rents or leases property from a tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtend",1,1,1 ], "to be opposite to and delimit (an angle or side)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtend",1,1,2 ], "(of a bract, stem, etc|) to have (a bud or similar part) growing in its axil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtend",1,1,3 ], "to mark off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtend",1,1,4 ], "to underlie; be inherent in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subterfuge",1,1,1 ], "a stratagem employed to conceal something, evade an argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subterminal",1,1,1 ], "almost at an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subternatural",1,1,1 ], "falling below what is accepted as natural; less than natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subterranean",1,1,1 ], "situated, living, or operating below the surface of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subterranean",1,1,2 ], "existing or operating in concealment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtile",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of subtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtilize",1,1,1 ], "to bring to a purer state; refine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtilize",1,1,2 ], "to debate subtly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtilize",1,2,1 ], "to make (the mind, etc|) keener" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtitle",1,1,1 ], "an additional subordinate title given to a literary or other work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtitle",1,1,2 ], "Films" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtitle",1,1,2,1 ], "a written translation superimposed on a film that has foreign dialogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtitle",1,1,2,2 ], "explanatory text on a silent film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtitle",1,2,1 ], "to provide a subtitle for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,1 ], "not immediately obvious or comprehensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,2 ], "difficult to detect or analyse, often through being delicate or highly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,2 ], "refined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,3 ], "meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,3 ], "showing or making or capable of showing or making fine distinctions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,4 ], "marked by or requiring mental acuteness or ingenuity; discriminating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,5 ], "delicate or faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,6 ], "cunning or wily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtle",1,1,7 ], "operating or executed in secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtlety",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being subtle; delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtlety",1,1,2 ], "a fine distinction or the ability to make such a distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtlety",1,1,3 ], "something subtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtonic",1,1,1 ], "the seventh degree of a major or minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtorrid",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtotal",1,1,1 ], "the total made up by a column of figures, etc|, forming part of the total made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtotal",1,1,1 ], "up by a larger column or group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subtotal",1,2,1 ], "to establish or work out a subtotal for (a column, group, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtract",1,1,1 ], "subtraction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subtract",1,1,1 ], "to calculate the difference between (two numbers or quantities) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtract",1,1,2 ], "to remove (a part of a thing, quantity, etc|) from the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtraction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of subtracting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtraction",1,1,2 ], "a mathematical operation in which the difference between two numbers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtraction",1,1,2 ], "quantities is calculated| Usually indicated by the symbol (-)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subtractive process",1,1,1 ], "a photographic process in which colours are reproduced on a transparency or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtractive process",1,1,1 ], "print by a mixture of the three subtractive colours, yellow, magenta, and cyan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subtractive",1,1,1 ], "able or tending to remove or subtract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtractive",1,1,2 ], "indicating or requiring subtraction; having a minus sign|-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtrahend",1,1,1 ], "the number to be subtracted from another number (the minuend)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtreasury" ,1, 1, 1],"a branch treasury",1). c_DEF([ "subtropics",1,1,1 ], "the region lying between the tropics and temperate lands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtype",1,1,1 ], "a secondary or subordinate type or genre, esp| a specific one considered as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subtype",1,1,1 ], "falling under a general classification" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subulate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) tapering to a point awl-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburb",1,1,1 ], "a residential district situated on the outskirts of a city or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburban",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, situated in, or inhabiting a suburb or the suburbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburban",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or typifying a suburb or the suburbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburban",1,1,3 ], "narrow or unadventurous in outlook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburban",1,2,1 ], "another word for suburbanite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburbanite",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in a suburb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburbanize",1,1,1 ], "to make suburban" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburbia",1,1,1 ], "or class in society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suburbia",1,1,1 ], "suburbs or the people living in them considered as an identifiable community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburbia",1,1,2 ], "the life, customs, etc|, of suburbanites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suburbicarian",1,1,1 ], "situated near the city of Rome: used esp| of the dioceses surrounding Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subvene",1,1,1 ], "to happen in such a way as to be of assistance, esp| in preventing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subvention",1,1,1 ], "a grant, aid, or subsidy, as from a government to an educational institution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subvention",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of providing aid or help of any sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subversion",1,1,1 ], "government, institution, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subversion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of subverting or overthrowing a legally constituted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subversion",1,1,2 ], "the state of being subverted; destruction or ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subversion",1,1,3 ], "something that brings about an overthrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subversive",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subversive",1,1,1 ], "liable to subvert or overthrow a government, legally constituted institution," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subversive",1,2,1 ], "a person engaged in subversive activities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subvert",1,1,1 ], "established by a system of law, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subvert",1,1,1 ], "to bring about the complete downfall or ruin of (something existing or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subvert",1,1,2 ], "to undermine the moral principles of (a person, etc|); corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subway",1,1,1 ], "an underground passage or tunnel enabling pedestrians to cross a road," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subway",1,1,1 ], "railway, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "subway",1,1,2 ], "an underground passage or tunnel for traffic, electric power supplies, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subway",1,1,3 ], "an underground railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "subzero",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of temperature) lower or less than zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub|",1,1,1 ], "subeditor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub|",1,1,2 ], "subito (in music)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub|",1,1,3 ], "subscription" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub|",1,1,4 ], "substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub|",1,1,5 ], "suburb(an)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sub|",1,1,6 ], "subway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succedaneum",1,1,1 ], "may be taken or prescribed in place of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succedaneum",1,1,1 ], "something that is used as a substitute, esp| any medical drug or agent that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,1,1 ], "to accomplish an aim, esp| in the manner desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,2,1 ], "to happen in the manner desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,3,1 ], "to acquit oneself satisfactorily or do well, as in a specified field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by to) to come next in order (after someone or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,3,2 ], "something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,3,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by to) to take over an office, post, etc| (from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,3,3 ], "person)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,4,1 ], "to come into possession (of property, etc|); inherit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,5,1 ], "to have a result according to a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succeed",1,6,1 ], "to devolve upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succentor",1,1,1 ], "pre-Reformation days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succentor",1,1,1 ], "the deputy of the precentor of a cathedral that has retained its statutes from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "success",1,1,1 ], "the favourable outcome of something attempted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "success",1,1,2 ], "the attainment of wealth, fame, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "success",1,1,3 ], "an action, performance, etc|, that is characterized by success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "success",1,1,4 ], "a person or thing that is successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "success",1,1,5 ], "any outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "successful",1,1,1 ], "having succeeded in one""s endeavours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "successful",1,1,2 ], "marked by a favourable outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "successful",1,1,3 ], "having obtained fame, wealth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession state",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of usually new states that are established in or expand over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession state",1,1,1 ], "the territory formerly ruled by one large state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of one person or thing following another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,2 ], "a number of people or things following one another in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,3 ], "of another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,3 ], "the act, process, or right by which one person succeeds to the office, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,4 ], "the order that determines how one person or thing follows another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,5 ], "a line of descent to a title, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,6 ], "development towards a stable climax community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,6 ], "the sum of the changes in the composition of a community that occur during its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,7 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succession",1,1,7 ], "in succession| in a manner such that one thing is followed uninterruptedly by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "successive",1,1,1 ], "following another without interruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "successive",1,1,2 ], "of or involving succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "successor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that follows, esp| a person who succeeds another in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "successor",1,1,1 ], "office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succinate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of succinic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succinct",1,1,1 ], "marked by brevity and clarity; concise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succinct",1,1,2 ], "compressed into a small area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succinct",1,1,2,1 ], "encircled by or as if by a girdle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succinct",1,1,2,2 ], "drawn up tightly; closely fitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succinic acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: HOOCCH2CH2COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "succinic acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless water-soluble dicarboxylic acid found in plant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succinic acid",1,1,1 ], "animal tissues: used in making lacquers, dyes, perfumes, etc|; 1,4-butanedioic acid|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succinic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or obtained from amber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succinic",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, containing, or derived from succinic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succory",1,1,1 ], "another name for chicory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succotash",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of cooked sweet corn kernels and lima beans, served as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succour",1,1,1 ], "help or assistance, esp| in time of difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succour",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that provides help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succour",1,2,1 ], "to give aid to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succubus",1,1,1 ], "a female demon fabled to have sexual intercourse with sleeping men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succubus",1,1,2 ], "any evil demon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succulent",1,1,1 ], "abundant in juices; juicy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succulent",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) having thick fleshy leaves or stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succulent",1,1,3 ], "stimulating interest, desire, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succulent",1,2,1 ], "a plant that is able to exist in arid conditions by using water stored in its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succulent",1,2,1 ], "fleshy tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succumb",1,1,1 ], "to give way in face of the overwhelming force (of) or desire (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succumb",1,1,2 ], "to be fatally overwhelmed (by disease, old age, etc|); die (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succursal",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a religious establishment) subsidiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succursal",1,2,1 ], "a subsidiary establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succuss",1,1,1 ], "bodily cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "succuss",1,1,1 ], "to shake (a patient) to detect the sound of fluid in the thoracic or another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "succuss",1,1,2 ], "to shake, esp| with sudden force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 1, 1],"of the sort specified or understood",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 1, 2],"such is life; robbers, rapists, and such",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 2, 1],"as such| in the capacity previously specified or understood",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 2, 2],"in itself or themselves",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 2],"so great; so much",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 3],"such and such| specific, but not known or named",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 4, 1],"for example",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 4, 2],"of a similar kind as; like",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 4, 3],"of the (usually small) amount, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 4],"such as",1). c_DEF([ "such" ,1, 5],"such that| so that: used to express purpose or result",1). c_DEF([ "suchlike",1,1,1 ], "of such a kind; similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suchlike",1,2,1 ], "such or similar persons or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck in",1,1,1 ], "to attract by using an inexorable force, inducement, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck in",1,1,2 ], "to draw in (one""s breath) sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck in",1,2,1 ], "to deceive or defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck off",1,1,1 ], "to perform the act of fellatio or cunnilingus on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck up to",1,1,1 ], "to flatter for one""s own profit; toady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,1,1 ], "to draw (a liquid or other substance) into the mouth by creating a partial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,1,1 ], "vacuum in the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,1,2 ], "to draw in (fluid, etc|) by or as if by a similar action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,1,3 ], "to drink milk from (a mother""s breast); suckle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,2,1 ], "to extract fluid content from (a solid food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,3,1 ], "to take into the mouth and moisten, dissolve, or roll around with the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,4,1 ], "to draw by using irresistible force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,5,1 ], "(of a pump) to draw in air because of a low supply level or leaking valves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,5,1 ], "pipes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,6,1 ], "to assimilate or acquire (knowledge, comfort, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,7,1 ], "the act or an instance of sucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,7,2 ], "something that is sucked, esp| milk from the mother""s breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,7,3 ], "give suck to| to give (a baby or young animal) milk from the breast or udder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,7,4 ], "an attracting or sucking force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suck",1,7,5 ], "a sound caused by sucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that sucks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,10 ], "a piston in a suction pump or the valve in such a piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,2 ], "a person who is easily deceived or swindled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,3 ], "a person who cannot resist the attractions of a particular type of person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,3 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,4 ], "a young animal that is not yet weaned, esp| a suckling pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,5 ], "an organ that is specialized for sucking or adhering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,6 ], "a cup-shaped device, generally made of rubber, that may be attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,6 ], "articles allowing them to adhere to a surface by suction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,6,1 ], "a strong shoot that arises in a mature plant from a root, rhizome, or the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,6,1 ], "of the main stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,6,2 ], "a short branch of a parasitic plant that absorbs nutrients from the host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,7 ], "a pipe or tube through which a fluid is drawn by suction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,8 ], "any small mainly North American cyprinoid fish of the family Catostomidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,8 ], "having toothless jaws and a large sucking mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,9 ], "any of certain fishes that have sucking discs, esp| the clingfish or sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,1,9 ], "snail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,2,1 ], "to off the suckers from (a plant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucker",1,3,1 ], "(of a plant) to produce suckers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suckerfish",1,1,1 ], "other names for remora" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucking louse",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the order Anoplura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucking",1,1,1 ], "not yet weaned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucking",1,1,2 ], "not yet fledged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suckle",1,1,1 ], "suck milk from the breast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suckle",1,1,1 ], "to give (a baby or young animal) milk from the breast or (of a baby, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suckle",1,2,1 ], "to bring up; nurture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suckling",1,1,1 ], "an infant or young animal that is still taking milk from the mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suckling",1,1,2 ], "a very young child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucks",1,1,1 ], "an expression of disappointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucks",1,1,2 ], "an exclamation of defiance or derision (esp| in the phrase yah boo sucks to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucks",1,1,2 ], "you)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sucrase",1,1,1 ], "another name for invertase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucre",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Ecuador, divided into 100 centavos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sucrose",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for sugar ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suction pump",1,1,1 ], "a cylinder containing a piston fitted with a flap valve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suction pump",1,1,1 ], "a pump for raising water or a similar fluid by suction| It usually consists of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suction stop",1,1,1 ], "another word for click ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of sucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suction",1,1,2 ], "a suction cap onto a surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suction",1,1,2 ], "the force or condition produced by a pressure difference, as the force holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suction",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of producing such a force or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suctorial",1,1,1 ], "specialized for sucking or adhering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suctorial",1,1,2 ], "relating to or possessing suckers or suction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudarium",1,1,1 ], "another word for sudatorium or veronica'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudatorium" ,1, 1, 1],"a room, esp| in a Roman bath house, where sweating is induced by heat",1). c_DEF([ "sudatory" ,1, 1, 1],"relating to or producing sweating; sudorific",1). c_DEF([ "sudatory" ,1, 2, 2],"a sudatory agent",1). c_DEF([ "sudatory" ,1, 2, 3],"another word for sudatorium",1). c_DEF([ "sudd",1,1,1 ], "floating masses of reeds and weeds that occur on the White Nile and obstruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudd",1,1,1 ], "navigation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sudden death",1,1,1 ], "(in sports, etc|) an extra game or contest to decide the winner of a tied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudden death",1,1,1 ], "competition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sudden death",1,1,2 ], "an unexpected or quick death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudden",1,1,1 ], "occurring or performed quickly and without warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudden",1,1,2 ], "marked by haste; abrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudden",1,1,3 ], "rash; precipitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudden",1,2,1 ], "an abrupt occurrence or the occasion of such an occurrence (in the phrase on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudden",1,2,1 ], "sudden)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sudden",1,2,2 ], "all of a sudden| without warning; unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudden",1,3,1 ], "without warning; suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudor",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudoriferous",1,1,1 ], "producing or conveying sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudorific",1,1,1 ], "producing or causing sweating; sudatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sudorific",1,2,1 ], "a sudorific agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suds",1,1,1 ], "dissolved; lather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suds",1,1,1 ], "the bubbles on the surface of water in which soap, detergents, etc|, have been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suds",1,1,2 ], "soapy water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suds",1,1,3 ], "beer or the bubbles floating on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sue",1,1,1 ], "to institute legal proceedings (against)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sue",1,1,2 ], "to make suppliant requests of (someone for something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sue",1,1,3 ], "to pay court (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suede",1,1,1,1 ], "a leather finished with a fine velvet-like nap, usually on the flesh side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suede",1,1,1,1 ], "the skin or hide, produced by abrasive action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suede",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suet pudding",1,1,1 ], "any of a variety of sweet or savoury puddings made with suet and steamed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suet pudding",1,1,1 ], "boiled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suet",1,1,1 ], "a hard waxy fat around the kidneys and loins in sheep, cattle, etc|, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suet",1,1,1 ], "cooking and making tallow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or be subjected to (pain, punishment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,2,1 ], "to undergo or experience (anything)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,3,1 ], "to be set at a disadvantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,3,2 ], "to be prepared to endure (pain, death, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,4,1 ], "to permit (someone to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,4,2 ], "suffer from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,4,2,1 ], "to be ill with, esp| recurrently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffer",1,4,2,2 ], "to be given to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufferable",1,1,1 ], "able to be tolerated or suffered; endurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufferance",1,1,1 ], "tolerance arising from failure to prohibit; tacit permission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufferance",1,1,2 ], "capacity to endure pain, injury, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufferance",1,1,3 ], "the state or condition of suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufferance",1,1,4 ], "patient endurance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufferance",1,1,5 ], "on sufferance| with reluctance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffering",1,1,1 ], "the pain, misery, or loss experienced by a person who suffers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffering",1,1,2 ], "the state or an instance of enduring pain, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffice",1,1,1 ], "to be adequate or satisfactory for (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffice",1,1,2 ], "suffice it to say that| let us say no more than that; I shall just say that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufficiency",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being sufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufficiency",1,1,2 ], "an adequate amount or quantity, as of income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufficiency",1,1,3 ], "efficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufficient",1,1,1 ], "enough to meet a need or purpose; adequate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufficient",1,1,2 ], "(of a condition) assuring the truth of a statement, fact, etc|, logically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufficient",1,1,2 ], "following from the condition once that condition has been fulfilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sufficient",1,1,3 ], "competent; capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufficient",1,2,1 ], "a sufficient quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffix",1,1,1 ], "-ness in dogs and softness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suffix",1,1,1 ], "an affix that follows the stem to which it is attached, as for example -s and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffix",1,1,2 ], "anything that is added at the end of something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffix",1,3,1 ], "to add (a morpheme) as a suffix to the end of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sufflate",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for inflate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffocate",1,1,1 ], "air passage or inhalation of noxious gases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suffocate",1,1,1 ], "to kill or be killed by the deprivation of oxygen, as by obstruction of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffocate",1,1,2 ], "to block the air passages or have the air passages blocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffocate",1,1,3 ], "to feel or cause to feel discomfort from heat and lack of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffragan",1,1,1,1 ], "(of any bishop of a diocese)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffragan",1,1,2 ], "subordinate to and assisting his superior archbishop or metropolitan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffragan",1,1,2,2 ], "(of any assistant bishop) having the duty of assisting the bishop of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffragan",1,1,2,2 ], "diocese to which he is appointed but having no ordinary jurisdiction in that diocese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suffragan",1,2,1 ], "a suffragan bishop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffrage",1,1,1 ], "the right to vote, esp| in public elections; franchise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffrage",1,1,2 ], "the exercise of such a right; casting a vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffrage",1,1,3 ], "a supporting vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffrage",1,1,4 ], "a prayer, esp| a short intercessory prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffragette",1,1,1 ], "a female advocate of the extension of the franchise to women, esp| a militant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffragette",1,1,1 ], "one, as in Britain at the beginning of the 20th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suffragist",1,1,1 ], "an advocate of the extension of the franchise, esp| to women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffruticose",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant) having a permanent woody base and herbaceous branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffumigate",1,1,1 ], "to fumigate from or as if from beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suffuse",1,1,1 ], "to spread or flood through or over (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suff|",1,1,1 ], "sufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suff|",1,1,2 ], "suffix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suf|",1,1,1 ], "suffix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar apple",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweetsop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar beet",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the plant Beta vulgaris that is cultivated for its white roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar beet",1,1,1 ], "from which sugar is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar bird",1,1,1 ], "a South African nectar-eating bird, Promerops cafer, with a long curved bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar bird",1,1,1 ], "and long tail: family Meliphagidae (honey-eaters)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar bush",1,1,1 ], "an anacardiaceous evergreen shrub, Rhus ovata, of S California and Arizona," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar bush",1,1,1 ], "having pale oval leaves, spikes of yellow-tinged red flowers, and deep red fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar candy",1,1,1 ], "large crystals of sugar formed by suspending strings in a strong sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar candy",1,1,1 ], "solution that hardens on the strings, used chiefly for sweetening coffee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar candy",1,1,2 ], "confectionery; sweets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar cane",1,1,1 ], "a coarse perennial grass, Saccharum officinarum, of Old World tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar cane",1,1,1 ], "and the southern U|S" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sugar cane",1,1,1 ], "regions, having tall stout canes that yield sugar: cultivated chiefly in the West Indies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar corn",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweet corn ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar daddy",1,1,1 ], "a rich usually middle-aged or old man who bestows expensive gifts on a young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar daddy",1,1,1 ], "person in return for companionship or sexual favours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar diabetes",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for diabetes mellitus (see diabetes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar glider",1,1,1 ], "a common Australian possum, Petaurus breviceps, that glides from tree to tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar glider",1,1,1 ], "feeding on insects and nectar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar gum",1,1,1 ], "a small eucalyptus tree, Eucalyptus cladocalyx, having smooth bark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar gum",1,1,1 ], "barrel-shaped fruits and grown for timber and ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar loaf",1,1,1 ], "a large conical mass of hard refined sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar loaf",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar maple",1,1,1 ], "a North American maple tree, Acer saccharum, that is grown as a source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar maple",1,1,1 ], "sugar, which is extracted from the sap, and for its hard wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar of lead",1,1,1 ], "another name for lead acetate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar of milk",1,1,1 ], "another name for lactose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar pine",1,1,1 ], "a pine tree, Pinus lambertiana, of California and Oregon, having spreading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar pine",1,1,1 ], "pendulous branches, light brown cones, and sugary resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline sweet carbohydrate, a disaccharide, found in many plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,1 ], "and extracted from sugar cane and sugar beet: it is used esp| as a sweetening agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,1 ], "in food and drinks| Formula: C12H22O11" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of simple water-soluble carbohydrates, such as sucrose," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,2 ], "lactose, and fructose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,3 ], "a term of affection, esp| for one""s sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,1,5 ], "a slang name for LSD" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,2,1 ], "to add sugar to; make sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,3,1 ], "to cover or sprinkle with sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,4,1 ], "to produce sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,4,2 ], "adding something pleasant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sugar",1,4,2 ], "sugar the pill or medicine| to make something unpleasant more agreeable by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar-coat",1,1,1 ], "to coat or cover with sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugar-coat",1,1,2 ], "to cause to appear more attractive; make agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugared",1,1,1 ], "made sweeter or more appealing with or as with sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugarplum",1,1,1 ], "a crystallized plum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugary",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or containing sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugary",1,1,2 ], "containing too much sugar; excessively sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sugary",1,1,3 ], "deceptively pleasant; insincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggest",1,1,1 ], "to put forward (a plan, idea, etc|) for consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggest",1,1,2 ], "ideas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suggest",1,1,2 ], "to evoke (a person, thing, etc|) in the mind of someone by the association of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggest",1,1,3 ], "to give an indirect or vague hint of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestibility",1,1,1 ], "a state, esp| under hypnosis, in which a person will accept the suggestions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestibility",1,1,1 ], "another person and act accordingly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suggestible",1,1,1 ], "easily influenced by ideas provided by other persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestible",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of something that can be suggested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestion",1,1,1 ], "something that is suggested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestion",1,1,2 ], "a hint or indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestion",1,1,3 ], "leads to the acceptance of that idea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suggestion",1,1,3 ], "the process whereby the mere presentation of an idea to a receptive individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestive",1,1,1 ], "conveying a hint (of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestive",1,1,2 ], "tending to suggest something improper or indecent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suggestive",1,1,3 ], "able or liable to suggest an idea, plan, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sui generis",1,1,1 ], "unique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sui juris",1,1,1 ], "affairs; independent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sui juris",1,1,1 ], "of full age and not under disability; legally competent to manage one""s own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suicidal",1,1,1 ], "involving, indicating, or tending towards suicide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suicidal",1,1,2 ], "liable to result in suicide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suicidal",1,1,3 ], "liable to destroy one""s own interests or prospects; dangerously rash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suicide",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of killing oneself intentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suicide",1,1,2 ], "the self-inflicted ruin of one""s own prospects or interests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suicide",1,1,3 ], "a person who kills himself intentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suicide",1,1,4 ], "reckless; extremely dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suint",1,1,1 ], "a water-soluble substance found in the fleece of sheep, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suint",1,1,1 ], "peptides, organic acids, metal ions, and inorganic cations and formed from dried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suint",1,1,1 ], "perspiration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,1 ], "any set of clothes of the same or similar material designed to be worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,1 ], "together, now usually (for men) a jacket with matching trousers or (for women) a jacket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,1 ], "with matching or contrasting skirt or trousers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,10 ], "strong or strongest suit| something that one excels in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,2 ], "any outfit worn for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,3 ], "any set of items, such as the full complement of sails of a vessel or parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,3 ], "personal armour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,4 ], "any of the four sets of 13 cards in a pack of playing cards, being spades," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,4 ], "hearts, diamonds, and clubs| The cards in each suit are two to ten, jack, queen, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,4 ], "king in the usual order of ascending value, with ace counting as either the highest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,4 ], "or lowest according to the game" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,5 ], "a civil proceeding; lawsuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of suing in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,7 ], "a petition or appeal made to a person of superior rank or status or the act of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,7 ], "making such a petition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,8 ], "a man""s courting of a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,9 ], "follow suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,9,1 ], "to play a card of the same suit as the card played immediately before it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,1,9,2 ], "to act in the same way as someone else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,2,1 ], "to make or be fit or appropriate for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,2,2 ], "to meet the requirements or standards (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,2,3 ], "to be agreeable or acceptable to (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,3,1 ], "to supply with clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suit",1,3,2 ], "suit oneself| to pursue one""s own intentions without reference to others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suitable",1,1,1 ], "appropriate; proper; fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suitcase",1,1,1 ], "a portable rectangular travelling case, usually stiffened, for carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suitcase",1,1,1 ], "clothing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,1 ], "a series of items intended to be used together; set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,2 ], "a number of connected rooms in a hotel forming one living unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,3 ], "a matching set of furniture, esp| of two armchairs and a settee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,4 ], "a number of attendants or followers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,4,1 ], "an instrumental composition consisting of several movements in the same key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,4,1 ], "based on or derived from dance rhythms, esp| in the baroque period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,4,2 ], "an instrumental composition in several movements less closely connected than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,4,2 ], "sonata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,4,3 ], "a piece of music containing movements based on or extracted from music already" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suite",1,1,4,3 ], "used in an opera, ballet, play, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suiting",1,1,1 ], "a fabric used for suits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suitor",1,1,1 ], "a man who courts a woman; wooer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suitor",1,1,2 ], "a person who brings a suit in a court of law; plaintiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suitor",1,1,3 ], "a person who makes a request or appeal for anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sukiyaki",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese dish consisting of thinly sliced beef or other meat, vegetables," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sukiyaki",1,1,1 ], "and seasonings cooked together, usually at the table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulcate",1,1,1 ], "marked with longitudinal parallel grooves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulcus",1,1,1 ], "a linear groove, furrow, or slight depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulcus",1,1,2 ], "any of the narrow grooves on the surface of the brain that mark the cerebral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulcus",1,1,2 ], "convolutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulf-",1,1,1 ], "U|S| variant of sulph-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulfur",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| preferred spelling of sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulk",1,1,1 ], "gain sympathy; brood sullenly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulk",1,1,1 ], "to be silent and resentful because of a wrong done to one, esp| in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulk",1,2,1 ], "a state or mood of feeling resentful or sullen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulk",1,2,2 ], "a person who sulks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulky",1,1,1 ], "sulkier, sulkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulky",1,1,2 ], "sullen, withdrawn, or moody, through or as if through resentment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulky",1,1,3 ], "dull or dismal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulky",2,1,1 ], "a light two-wheeled vehicle for one person, usually drawn by one horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sullage",1,1,1 ], "filth or waste, esp| sewage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sullage",1,1,2 ], "sediment deposited by running water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sullen",1,1,1 ], "unwilling to talk or be sociable; sulky; morose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sullen",1,1,2 ], "sombre; gloomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sullen",1,1,3 ], "sluggish; slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sullen",1,1,4 ], "threatening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sullen",1,2,1 ], "a sullen mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sully" ,1, 1, 1],"stained or tarnished",2). c_DEF([ "sully" ,1, 1, 1],"to stain or tarnish (a reputation, etc|) or (of a reputation) to become",1). c_DEF([ "sully" ,1, 2, 2],"a stain",1). c_DEF([ "sully" ,1, 2, 3],"the act of sullying",1). c_DEF([ "sulph-",1,1,1 ], "containing sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulpha drug",1,1,1 ], "and are used in medicine to treat bacterial infections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulpha drug",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of sulphonamide compounds that inhibit the activity of bacteria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphadiazine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C10H10N4O2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphadiazine",1,1,1 ], "an important sulpha drug used chiefly in combination with an antibiotic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphanilamide",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless crystalline compound formerly used in medicine in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphanilamide",1,1,1 ], "treatment of bacterial infections| Formula: NH2C6H4SO2NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of sulphuric acid, such as sodium sulphate, Na2SO4, sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphate",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen sulphate, or diethyl sulphate, (C\2H\5)2SO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphate",1,2,1 ], "to treat with a sulphate or convert into a sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphate",1,2,2 ], "the plates of an accumulator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphate",1,2,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo the formation of a layer of lead sulphate on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphathiazole",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C9H9N3O2S2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphathiazole",1,1,1 ], "a sulpha drug used in veterinary medicine and formerly in clinical medicine|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphide",1,1,1 ], "a compound of sulphur with a more electropositive element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphide",1,1,2 ], "another name for thio-ether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphinyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier another term (no longer in technical usage) for thionyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphisoxazole",1,1,1 ], "a sulpha drug used in the treatment of meningitis and certain diseases of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphisoxazole",1,1,1 ], "eye, such as trachoma| Formula: C11H13N3O3S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphite",1,1,1 ], "(hydrogen sulphite) or the groups SO3 or HSO3| The salts are usually soluble crystalline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphite",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of sulphurous acid, containing the ions SO'23'- or HSO'-3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphite",1,1,1 ], "compounds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonamide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds that are amides of sulphonic acids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonamide",1,1,1 ], "containing the group -SO2NH2 or a group derived from this| An important class of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonamide",1,1,1 ], "sulphonamides are the sulpha drugs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonate",1,1,1 ], "RSO2O-, R being an organic group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonate",1,1,1 ], "a salt or ester of any sulphonic acid containing the ion RSO2O'- or the group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonate",1,2,1 ], "to introduce a sulphonic acid group, SO2OH, into (a molecule)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphone",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds containing the divalent group SO2 linked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphone",1,1,1 ], "leprosy and tuberculosis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sulphone",1,1,1 ], "to two other organic groups| Certain sulphones are used in the treatment of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of strong organic acids that contain the group -SO2OH and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonic acid",1,1,1 ], "are used in the manufacture of dyes and drugs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonium compound",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of salts derived by the addition of a proton to the sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonium compound",1,1,1 ], "atom of a thiol or thio-ether thus producing a positive ion (sulphonium ion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonmethane",1,1,1 ], "C7H16O4S2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonmethane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline compound used medicinally as a hypnotic| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphonyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier another term for sulphuryl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur dioxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble pungent gas produced by burning sulphur| It is both an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur dioxide",1,1,1 ], "oxidizing and a reducing agent and is used in the manufacture of sulphuric acid, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur dioxide",1,1,1 ], "preservation of foodstuffs, bleaching, and disinfecting| Formula: SO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur trioxide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: SO3" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur trioxide",1,1,1 ], "a white corrosive substance existing in three crystalline forms of which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur trioxide",1,1,1 ], "oxidation of sulphur dioxide, and is used in the sulphonation of organic compounds|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur trioxide",1,1,1 ], "stable (alpha-) form is usually obtained as silky needles| It is produced by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,1 ], "112|8 degrees C (rhombic), 119|0 degrees C (monoclinic); boiling pt|: 444|6 degrees" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,1 ], "C" ,7 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,1 ], "an allotropic nonmetallic element, occurring free in volcanic regions and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,1 ], "combined state in gypsum, pyrite, and galena| The stable yellow rhombic form converts on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,1 ], "heating to monoclinic needles| It is used in the production of sulphuric acid, in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,1 ], "valency: 2, 4, or 6; relative density: 2|07 (rhombic), 1|96 (monoclinic); melting pt|:" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,1 ], "vulcanization of rubber, and in fungicides| Symbol: S; atomic no|: 16; atomic wt|: 32|064;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphur-bottom",1,1,1 ], "another name for blue whale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurate",1,1,1 ], "to combine or treat with sulphur or a sulphur compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphureous",1,1,1 ], "another word for sulphurous ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphureous",1,2,1 ], "of the yellow colour of sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphuret",1,1,1 ], "to treat or combine with sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphuretted hydrogen",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydrogen sulphide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless dense oily corrosive liquid produced by the reaction of sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "dyes, and explosives| Formula: H2SO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "trioxide with water and used in accumulators and in the manufacture of fertilizers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurize",1,1,1 ], "to combine or treat with sulphur or a sulphur compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurous acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable acid produced when sulphur dioxide dissolves in water: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurous acid",1,1,1 ], "preservative for food and a bleaching agent| Formula: H2SO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurous",1,1,2 ], "of or containing sulphur in the divalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurous",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to hellfire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphurous",1,1,4 ], "hot-tempered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sulphuryl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the divalent group, SO2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultan",1,1,1 ], "the sovereign of a Muslim country, esp| of the former Ottoman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultan",1,1,2 ], "an arbitrary ruler; despot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultan",1,1,3 ], "a small domestic fowl with a white crest and heavily feathered legs and feet:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultan",1,1,3 ], "originated in Turkey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sultana",1,1,1,1 ], "Asia: used in cakes, curries, etc|; seedless raisin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sultana",1,1,1,1 ], "the dried fruit of a small white seedless grape, originally produced in SW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultana",1,1,1,2 ], "the grape itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultana",1,1,2 ], "a wife, concubine, or female relative of a sultan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultana",1,1,3 ], "a mistress; concubine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultanate",1,1,1 ], "the territory or a country ruled by a sultan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultanate",1,1,2 ], "the office, rank, or jurisdiction of a sultan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultry",1,1,1 ], "trier, triest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultry",1,1,2 ], "(of weather or climate) oppressively hot and humid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultry",1,1,3 ], "characterized by or emitting oppressive heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sultry",1,1,4 ], "displaying or suggesting passion; sensual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sum up",1,1,1 ], "to summarize (feelings, the main points of an argument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sum up",1,2,1 ], "to form a quick opinion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the result of the addition of numbers, quantities, objects, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the other numbers without remainder",3). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the single number obtained by combining two or more other numbers in such a",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"way that the units making up this single number can be paired with those making up",2). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 2],"divided",2). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 2],"one or more columns or rows of numbers to be added, subtracted, multiplied, or",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 3],"infinity",2). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 3],"the limit of the first n terms of a converging infinite series as n tends to",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 4],"another name for ,number work",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 5],"a quantity, esp| of money",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 6],"substance)",2). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 6],"the essence or gist of a matter (esp| in the phrases in sum, in sum and",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 7],"a less common word for ,summary",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 8],"the summit or maximum",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 1, 9],"complete or final (esp| in the phrase sum total)",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 2, 1],"(often foll| by up) to add or form a total of (something)",1). c_DEF([ "sum" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to calculate the sum of (the terms in a sequence)",1). c_DEF([ "sumach",1,1,1 ], "Rhus, having compound leaves, clusters of green flowers, and red hairy fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sumach",1,1,1 ], "any temperate or subtropical shrub or small tree of the anacardiaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sumach",1,1,2 ], "a preparation of powdered leaves of certain species of Rhus, esp| R| coriaria," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sumach",1,1,2 ], "used in dyeing and tanning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sumach",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summa cum laude",1,1,1 ], "achievement in examinations|In Britain it is sometimes used to designate a first-class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summa cum laude",1,1,1 ], "honours degree" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "summa cum laude",1,1,1 ], "with the utmost praise: the highest of three designations for above-average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summa",1,1,1,1 ], "a compendium of theology, philosophy, or canon law, or sometimes of all three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summa",1,1,1,1 ], "the most famous of all such compendia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "summa",1,1,1,1 ], "together| The Summa Theologica of St| Thomas Aquinas, written between 1265 and 1274, was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summa",1,1,2 ], "a comprehensive work or survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summand",1,1,1 ], "a number or quantity forming part of a sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summarize",1,1,1 ], "to make or be a summary of express concisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summary offence",1,1,1 ], "an offence that is triable in a magistrates"" court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summary",1,1,1 ], "a brief account giving the main points of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summary",1,2,1 ], "performed arbitrarily and quickly, without formality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summary",1,2,2 ], "(of legal proceedings) short and free from the complexities and delays of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summary",1,2,2 ], "full trial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summary",1,2,3 ], "some matter arising during its proceedings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summary",1,2,3 ], "summary jurisdiction| the right a court has to adjudicate immediately upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summary",1,2,4 ], "giving the gist or essence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of determining a sum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summation",1,1,2 ], "the result of such an act or process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summation",1,1,3 ], "the concluding statements made by opposing counsel in a case before a court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer cypress",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Kochia scoparia (or trichophylla), having dense foliage that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer cypress",1,1,1 ], "turns bright red in autumn: family Chenopodiaceae (chenopods)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summer pudding",1,1,1 ], "a pudding made by filling a bread-lined basin with a puree of fruit, leaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer pudding",1,1,1 ], "it to soak, and then turning it out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summer school",1,1,1 ], "a school, academic course, etc|, held during the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer solstice",1,1,1 ], "(southernmost point in the S hemisphere), appearing at noon at its highest altitude above the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summer solstice",1,1,1 ], "horizon| It occurs about June 21 (December 22 in the S hemisphere)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "summer solstice",1,1,1 ], "the time at which the sun is at its northernmost point in the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer solstice",1,1,2 ], "declination: 23|5 degrees " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "summer solstice",1,1,2 ], "ecliptic is furthest north from the celestial equator| Right ascension: 6 hours;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summer solstice",1,1,2 ], "the point on the celestial sphere, opposite the winter solstice, at which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,1,1,1 ], "the June solstice to the September equinox in the N hemisphere and at the opposite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,1,1,1 ], "the warmest season of the year, between spring and autumn, astronomically from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,1,1,1 ], "time of year in the S hemisphere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,1,2 ], "the period of hot weather associated with the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,1,3 ], "a time of blossoming, greatest happiness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,1,4 ], "a year represented by this season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,2,1 ], "to spend the summer (at a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",1,3,1 ], "to keep or feed (farm animals) during the summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",2,1,1 ], "a large horizontal beam or girder, esp| one that supports floor joists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",2,1,2 ], "another name for lintel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summer",2,1,3 ], "a stone on the top of a column, pier, or wall that supports an arch or lintel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summerhouse",1,1,1 ], "a small building in a garden or park, used for shade or recreation in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summerhouse",1,1,1 ], "summer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summersault",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of somersault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summertime",1,1,1 ], "the period or season of summer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summertime",1,1,2 ], "any daylight-saving time, esp| British Summer Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summerweight",1,1,1 ], "(of clothes) suitable in weight for wear in the summer relatively light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summerwood",1,1,1 ], "consists of small thick-walled xylem cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summerwood",1,1,1 ], "the wood that is produced by a plant near the end of the growing season:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summing-up",1,1,1 ], "a review or summary of the main points of an argument, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summing-up",1,1,2 ], "a direction regarding the law and a summary of the evidence, given by a judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summing-up",1,1,2 ], "in his address to the jury before they retire to consider their verdict" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summit",1,1,1 ], "the highest point or part, esp| of a mountain or line of communication; top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summit",1,1,2 ], "the highest possible degree or state; peak or climax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summit",1,1,3 ], "the highest level, importance, or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summit",1,1,3,1 ], "a meeting of chiefs of governments or other high officials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summit",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summitry",1,1,1 ], "the practice of conducting international negotiations by summit conferences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summon",1,1,1 ], "to order to come; send for, esp| to attend court, by issuing a summons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summon",1,1,2 ], "to order or instruct (to do something) or call (to something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summon",1,1,3 ], "to call upon to meet or convene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summon",1,1,4 ], "(often foll| by up) to muster or gather (one""s strength, courage, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summon",1,1,5 ], "to call upon to surrender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summons",1,1,1 ], "a call, signal, or order to do something, esp| to appear in person or attend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summons",1,1,1 ], "at a specified place or time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summons",1,1,1,1 ], "an official order requiring a person to attend court, either to answer a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summons",1,1,1,1 ], "charge or to give evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "summons",1,1,1,2 ], "the writ making such an order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summons",1,1,2 ], "a call or command given to the members of an assembly to convene a meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summons",1,2,1 ], "to take out a summons against (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summum bonum",1,1,1 ], "the principle of goodness in which all moral values are included or from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "summum bonum",1,1,1 ], "they are derived; highest or supreme good" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sump",1,1,1 ], "a receptacle, such as the lower part of the crankcase of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sump",1,1,1 ], "internal-combustion engine, into which liquids, esp| lubricants, can drain to form a reservoir" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sump",1,1,2 ], "another name for cesspool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sump",1,1,2,1 ], "a depression at the bottom of a shaft where water collects before it is pumped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sump",1,1,2,1 ], "away" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sump",1,1,2,2 ], "the front portion of a shaft or tunnel, ahead of the main bore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sump",1,1,3 ], "a muddy pool or swamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sumpter",1,1,1 ], "a packhorse, mule, or other beast of burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sumptuary law",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a law imposing restraint on luxury, esp| by limiting personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sumptuary law",1,1,1 ], "expenditure or by regulating personal conduct in religious and moral spheres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sumptuary",1,1,1 ], "relating to or controlling expenditure or extravagance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sumptuous",1,1,1 ], "expensive or extravagant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sumptuous",1,1,2 ], "magnificent; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun bath",1,1,1 ], "the exposure of the body to the rays of the sun or a sun lamp, esp| in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun bath",1,1,1 ], "to get a suntan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sun bear",1,1,1 ], "a small bear, Helarctos malayanus, of tropical forests in S and SE Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun bear",1,1,1 ], "having a black coat and a yellowish snout and feeding mostly on honey and insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sun bittern",1,1,1 ], "(cranes, rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sun bittern",1,1,1 ], "a cranelike bird, Eurypyga helias, of tropical American forests, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun bittern",1,1,1 ], "greyish plumage with orange and brown wings: family Eurypygidae, order Gruiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sun blind",1,1,1 ], "a blind, such as a Venetian blind, that shades a room from the sun""s glare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun dance",1,1,1 ], "a North American Indian ceremony associated with the sun, performed at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun dance",1,1,1 ], "summer solstice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sun deck",1,1,1 ], "an upper open deck on a passenger ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun disc",1,1,1 ], "a disc symbolizing the sun, esp| one flanked by two serpents and the extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun disc",1,1,1 ], "wings of a vulture, used as a religious figure in ancient Egypt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sun lamp",1,1,1 ], "a lamp that generates ultraviolet rays, used for obtaining an artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun lamp",1,1,1 ], "suntan, for muscular therapy, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sun lamp",1,1,2 ], "a lamp used in film studios, etc|, to give an intense beam of light by means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun lamp",1,1,2 ], "of parabolic mirrors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sun lounge",1,1,1 ], "a room with large windows positioned to receive as much sunlight as possible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 10],"catch the sun| to become slightly sunburnt",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 11],"place in the sun| a prominent or favourable position",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 12],"take or shoot the sun| Nautical| to measure the altitude of the sun in order",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 12],"to determine latitude",2). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 13],"touch of the sun| slight sunstroke",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 14],"under or beneath the sun| on earth; at all",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"adjs|: heliacal, solar",8). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"during a total eclipse| Mass and diameter: 333,000 and 109 times that of earth",6). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"generated by thermonuclear reactions (at about 20 million degrees C), surrounded by a",3). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"less dense convective zone serving to transport the energy to the surface (the",4). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"photosphere)|The atmospheric layers (the chromosphere and corona) are normally invisible except",5). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"respectively; mean distance from earth: 149|6 million km (1 astronomical unit)| Related",7). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"system| It is a gaseous body having a highly compressed core, in which energy is",2). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 1],"the star that is the source of heat and light for the planets in the solar",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 2],"any star around which a planetary system revolves",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 3],"the sun as it appears at a particular time or place",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 4],"the radiant energy, esp| heat and light, received from the sun; sunshine",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 5],"a person or thing considered as a source of radiant warmth, glory, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 6],"a pictorial representation of the sun, often depicted with a human face",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 7],"a year or a day",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 8],"a climate",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 1, 9],"sunrise or sunset (esp| in the phrase from sun to sun)",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 2, 1],"to expose (oneself) to the sunshine",1). c_DEF([ "sun" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to expose to the sunshine in order to warm, tan, etc",1). c_DEF([ "sun-cured",1,1,1 ], "cured or preserved by exposure to the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun-dried",1,1,1 ], "dried or preserved by exposure to the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun-god",1,1,1 ], "the sun considered as a personal deity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sun-god",1,1,2 ], "a deity associated with the sun or controlling its movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbake",1,1,1 ], "a period of time spent sunbathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbaked",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of roads, etc|) dried or cracked by the sun""s heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbaked",1,1,2 ], "baked hard by the heat of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbathe",1,1,1 ], "to bask in the sunshine, esp| in order to get a suntan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbeam",1,1,1 ], "a beam, ray, or stream of sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbeam",1,1,2 ], "a piece of crockery or cutlery laid for a meal but remaining unused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbird",1,1,1 ], "World, esp| Africa, having a long slender curved bill and a bright plumage in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunbird",1,1,1 ], "any small songbird of the family Nectariniidae, of tropical regions of the Old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbird",1,1,1 ], "males" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sunbonnet",1,1,1 ], "a baby""s hat that shades the face and neck from the sun, esp| one of cotton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbonnet",1,1,1 ], "with a projecting brim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunbow",1,1,1 ], "a bow of prismatic colours similar to a rainbow, produced when sunlight shines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunbow",1,1,1 ], "through spray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunburn",1,1,1 ], "erythema solare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunburn",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the skin caused by overexposure to the sun| Technical name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunburn",1,1,2 ], "another word for suntan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunburst pleats",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for sunray pleats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunburst",1,1,1 ], "a burst of sunshine, as through a break in the clouds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunburst",1,1,2 ], "a pattern or design resembling that of the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunburst",1,1,3 ], "a jewelled brooch with this pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundae",1,1,1 ], "ice cream topped with a sweet sauce, nuts, whipped cream, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunder",1,1,1 ], "to break or cause to break apart or in pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunder",1,2,1 ], "in sunder| into pieces; apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundew",1,1,1 ], "any of several bog plants of the genus Drosera, having leaves covered with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundew",1,1,1 ], "sticky hairs that trap and digest insects: family Droseraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sundial",1,1,1 ], "a device indicating the time during the hours of sunlight by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundial",1,1,1 ], "right angles to the gnomon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sundial",1,1,1 ], "stationary arm (the gnomon) that casts a shadow onto a plate or surface marked in hours at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sundog",1,1,1 ], "another word for parhelion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundog",1,1,2 ], "a small rainbow or halo near the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundown",1,1,1 ], "another name for sunset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundowner",1,1,1 ], "a tramp, esp| one who seeks food and lodging at sundown when it is too late to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundowner",1,1,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sundowner",1,1,2 ], "a strict ship""s officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundowner",1,1,3 ], "an alcoholic drink taken at sunset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundress",1,1,1 ], "a dress for hot weather that exposes the shoulders, arms, and back, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundress",1,1,1 ], "with straps over the shoulders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sundry shop",1,1,1 ], "(in Malaysia) a shop, similar to a delicatessen, that sells predominantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sundry shop",1,1,1 ], "Chinese foodstuffs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sundry" ,1, 1, 1],"several or various; miscellaneous",1). c_DEF([ "sundry" ,1, 2, 1],"all and sundry| all the various people",1). c_DEF([ "sundry" ,1, 3, 2],"miscellaneous unspecified items",1). c_DEF([ "sundry" ,1, 3, 3],"(in cricket) an extra player",1). c_DEF([ "sunfast",1,1,1 ], "not fading in sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunfish",1,1,1 ], "and anal fins, and a fringelike tail fin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sunfish",1,1,1 ], "any large plectognath fish of the family Molidae, of temperate and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunfish",1,1,1 ], "seas, esp| Mola mola, which has a large rounded compressed body, long pointed dorsal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunfish",1,1,2 ], "any of various small predatory North American freshwater percoid fishes of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunfish",1,1,2 ], "family Centrarchidae, typically having a compressed brightly coloured body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunflower",1,1,1 ], "any of several American plants of the genus Helianthus, esp| H| annuus, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunflower",1,1,1 ], "esp| for poultry: family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sunflower",1,1,1 ], "very tall thick stems, large flower heads with yellow rays, and seeds used as food," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunflower",1,1,2 ], "oil, in the manufacture of margarine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunflower",1,1,2 ], "sunflower seed oil| the oil extracted from sunflower seeds, used as a salad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sung",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of sing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sung",1,2,1 ], "produced by singing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunglass",1,1,1 ], "a convex lens used to focus the sun""s rays and thus produce heat or ignition;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunglass",1,1,1 ], "burning glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunglasses",1,1,1 ], "glasses with darkened or polarizing lenses that protect the eyes from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunglasses",1,1,1 ], "sun""s glare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunglow",1,1,1 ], "a pinkish glow often seen in the sky before sunrise or after sunset| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunglow",1,1,1 ], "caused by scattering or diffraction of sunlight by particles in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sungrebe",1,1,1 ], "another name for finfoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunhat",1,1,1 ], "a hat that shades the face and neck from the sun, worn esp| by women and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunhat",1,1,1 ], "children" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunk fence",1,1,1 ], "a ditch, one side of which is made into a retaining wall so as to enclose an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunk fence",1,1,1 ], "area of land while remaining hidden in the total landscape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunk",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunk",1,2,1 ], "with all hopes dashed; ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunk",1,3,1 ], "a cellar or basement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunken",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunken",1,2,1 ], "unhealthily hollow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunken",1,2,2 ], "situated at a lower level than the surrounding or usual one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunken",1,2,3 ], "situated under water; submerged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunken",1,2,4 ], "depressed; low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunless",1,1,1 ], "without sun or sunshine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunless",1,1,2 ], "gloomy; depressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunlight",1,1,1 ], "the light emanating from the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunlight",1,1,2 ], "an area or the time characterized by sunshine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunn",1,1,1 ], "a leguminous plant, Crotalaria juncea, of the East Indies, having yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunn",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunn",1,1,2 ], "rope, sacking, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunn",1,1,2 ], "the hemplike fibre obtained from the inner bark of this plant, used in making" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunny side",1,1,1 ], "the cheerful aspect or point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunny side",1,1,2 ], "on the sunny side of| Informal| younger than (a specified age)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunny",1,1,2 ], "full of or exposed to sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunny",1,1,3 ], "radiating good humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunny",1,1,4 ], "of or resembling the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunny-side up",1,1,1 ], "(of eggs) fried on one side only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunray pleats",1,1,1 ], "bias-cut knife pleats that are narrower at the top than at the bottom," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunray pleats",1,1,1 ], "producing a flared effect, used esp| for skirts| U|S| term: sunburst pleats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunrise",1,1,1 ], "the daily appearance of the sun above the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunrise",1,1,2 ], "the atmospheric phenomena accompanying this appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunrise",1,1,3 ], "particular locality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunrise",1,1,3 ], "the time at which the sun rises at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunset",1,1,1 ], "the daily disappearance of the sun below the horizon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunset",1,1,2 ], "the atmospheric phenomena accompanying this disappearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunset",1,1,3 ], "the time at which the sun sets at a particular locality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunset",1,1,4 ], "the final stage or closing period, as of a person""s life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunshade",1,1,1 ], "a device, esp| a parasol or awning, serving to shade from the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunshine roof",1,1,1 ], "a panel in the roof of a car that may be opened by sliding it back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunshine",1,1,1 ], "the light received directly from the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunshine",1,1,2 ], "the warmth from the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunshine",1,1,3 ], "a sunny area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunshine",1,1,4 ], "a light-hearted term of affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunspot",1,1,1 ], "any of the dark cool patches, with a diameter of up to several thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunspot",1,1,1 ], "approximately 11-year cycles and possess a strong magnetic field" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sunspot",1,1,1 ], "kilometres, that appear on the surface of the sun and last about a week| They occur in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunstar",1,1,1 ], "any starfish of the genus Solaster, having up to 13 arms radiating from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunstar",1,1,1 ], "central disc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sunstone",1,1,1 ], "another name for aventurine ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunstroke",1,1,1 ], "heatstroke caused by prolonged exposure to intensely hot sunlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunsuit",1,1,1 ], "a child""s outfit consisting of a brief top and shorts or a short skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suntan",1,1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to tan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "suntan",1,1,1,1 ], "a brownish colouring of the skin caused by the formation of the pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suntan",1,1,1,1 ], "melanin within the skin on exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun or a sunlamp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suntan",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suntrap",1,1,1 ], "a very sunny sheltered place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunward",1,1,1 ], "directed or moving towards the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of sunwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunwards",1,1,1 ], "towards the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sunwise",1,1,1 ], "moving in the same direction as the sun; clockwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suo jure",1,1,1 ], "in one""s own right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suo loco",1,1,1 ], "in a person or thing""s own or rightful place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup",1,1,1 ], "to have supper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup",1,2,1 ], "to provide with supper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup",2,1,1 ], "to partake of (liquid) by swallowing a little at a time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup",2,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup",2,1,3 ], "to drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup",2,2,1 ], "a sip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super",1,1,1,1 ], "outstanding; superfine; superb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super",1,1,1,2 ], "superstar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super",1,2,1,1 ], "a product of superior quality, size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super",1,2,1,2 ], "such quality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super",1,3,1 ], "good! excellent!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super-",1,1,1 ], "placed above or over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super-",1,1,2 ], "of greater size, extent, quality, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super-",1,1,3 ], "beyond a standard or norm; exceeding or exceedingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super-",1,1,4 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains a specified element in a higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super-",1,1,4 ], "proportion than usual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "super-duper",1,1,1 ], "extremely pleasing, impressive, etc|: often used as an exclamation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superable",1,1,1 ], "able to be surmounted or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superabound",1,1,1 ], "to abound abnormally; be in surplus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superabound",1,1,2 ], "to be more abundant than (something else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superadd",1,1,1 ], "to add (something) to something that has already been added add as extra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superaltar",1,1,1 ], "a consecrated portable stone slab for use on an unconsecrated altar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuate",1,1,1 ], "to pension off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuate",1,1,2 ], "to discard as obsolete or old-fashioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuated",1,1,1 ], "discharged, esp| with a pension, owing to age or illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuated",1,1,2 ], "too old to serve usefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuated",1,1,3 ], "obsolete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuation",1,1,1,1 ], "pension scheme" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superannuation",1,1,1,1 ], "the amount deducted regularly from employees"" incomes in a contributory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuation",1,1,1,2 ], "the pension finally paid to such employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superannuation",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of superannuating or the condition of being superannuated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superb",1,1,1 ], "surpassingly good; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superb",1,1,2 ], "majestic or imposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superb",1,1,3 ], "magnificently rich; luxurious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superbazaar",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a large department store or supermarket, esp| one set up as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superbazaar",1,1,1 ], "cooperative store by the government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supercalender",1,1,1 ], "a calender with a number of rollers that gives a high gloss to paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercalender",1,2,1 ], "to produce a glossy finish on (paper) by pressing in a supercalender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercargo",1,1,1 ], "an officer on a merchant ship who supervises commercial matters and is in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercargo",1,1,1 ], "charge of the cargo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supercharge",1,1,1 ], "supercharger; boost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supercharge",1,1,1 ], "to increase the intake pressure of (an internal-combustion engine) with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercharge",1,1,2 ], "emotion, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supercharge",1,1,2 ], "to charge (the atmosphere, a remark, etc|) with an excess amount of (tension," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercharge",1,1,3 ], "to apply pressure to (a fluid); pressurize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercharger",1,1,1 ], "a device, usually a fan or compressor, that increases the mass of air drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercharger",1,1,1 ], "into an internal-combustion engine by raising the intake pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superciliary",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superciliary",1,1,1 ], "relating to or situated over the eyebrow or a corresponding region in lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercilious",1,1,1 ], "displaying arrogant pride, scorn, or indifference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superclass",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a subphylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercolumnar",1,1,1 ], "having one colonnade above another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercolumnar",1,1,2 ], "placed above a colonnade or a column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superconductivity",1,1,1 ], "at temperatures close to absolute zero| The effect has been used in making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superconductivity",1,1,1 ], "powerful electromagnets|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superconductivity",1,1,1 ], "the property of certain substances that have almost no electrical resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supercool",1,1,1 ], "below that at which freezing or crystallization should occur| Supercooled liquids are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supercool",1,1,1 ], "not in equilibrium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "supercool",1,1,1 ], "to cool or be cooled without freezing or crystallization to a temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superdense theory",1,1,1 ], "another name for the big bang theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superdominant",1,1,1 ], "another word for submediant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superego",1,1,1 ], "developing mainly from the relationship between a child and his parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superego",1,1,1 ], "that part of the unconscious mind that acts as a conscience for the ego," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superelevation",1,1,1 ], "another name for bank ,2,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superelevation",1,1,2 ], "a bend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superelevation",1,1,2 ], "the difference between the heights of the sides of a road or railway track on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supereminent",1,1,1 ], "of distinction, dignity, or rank superior to that of others; pre-eminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supererogate",1,1,1 ], "to do or perform more than is required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supererogation",1,1,1 ], "the performance of work in excess of that required or expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supererogation",1,1,2 ], "supererogatory prayers, devotions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supererogatory",1,1,1 ], "performed to an extent exceeding that required or expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supererogatory",1,1,2 ], "exceeding what is needed; superfluous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supererogatory",1,1,3 ], "and above those prescribed as obligatory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supererogatory",1,1,3 ], "of, characterizing, or relating to prayers, good works, etc|, performed over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfamily",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a suborder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfecundation",1,1,1 ], "cycle, by sperm ejaculated during two or more acts of sexual intercourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superfecundation",1,1,1 ], "the fertilization of two or more ova, produced during the same menstrual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfemale",1,1,1 ], "a former name for metafemale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfetation",1,1,1 ], "different times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superfetation",1,1,1 ], "the presence in the uterus of two fetuses developing from ova fertilized at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, being near, or forming the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficial",1,1,2 ], "displaying a lack of thoroughness or care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficial",1,1,3 ], "only outwardly apparent rather than genuine or actual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficial",1,1,4 ], "of little substance or significance; trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficial",1,1,5 ], "lacking originality or profundity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficial",1,1,6 ], "(of measurements) involving only the surface area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficies",1,1,1 ], "a surface or outer face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superficies",1,1,2 ], "the outward form of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfine",1,1,1 ], "of exceptional fineness or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfine",1,1,2 ], "excessively refined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfix",1,1,1 ], "a suprasegmental feature distinguishing the meaning or grammatical function of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfix",1,1,1 ], "noun conduct and the verb conduct" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superfix",1,1,1 ], "one word or phrase from that of another, as stress does for example between the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superfluid",1,1,1 ], "a fluid in a state characterized by a very low viscosity, high thermal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluid",1,1,1 ], "conductivity, high capillarity, etc| The only known example is that of liquid helium at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superfluid",1,1,1 ], "temperatures close to absolute zero" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superfluid",1,2,1 ], "being or relating to a superfluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluidity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being or property of becoming a superfluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being superfluous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluity",1,1,2 ], "a quantity or thing that is in excess of what is needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluity",1,1,3 ], "a thing that is not needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluous",1,1,1 ], "exceeding what is sufficient or required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluous",1,1,2 ], "not necessary or relevant; uncalled for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfluous",1,1,3 ], "extravagant in expenditure or oversupplied with possessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superfuse",1,1,1 ], "to pour or be poured so as to cover something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supergiant",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of extremely bright stars, such as Betelgeuse, which have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supergiant",1,1,1 ], "expanded to a diameter hundreds or thousands of times greater than that of the sun and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supergiant",1,1,1 ], "have an extremely low mean density" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superglacial",1,1,1 ], "on or originating from the surface of a glacier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superheat",1,1,1 ], "a given pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superheat",1,1,1 ], "to heat (a vapour, esp| steam) to a temperature above its saturation point for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superheat",1,1,2 ], "occurring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superheat",1,1,2 ], "to heat (a liquid) to a temperature above its boiling point without boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superheat",1,1,3 ], "to heat excessively; overheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superhero",1,1,1 ], "any of various comic-strip characters with superhuman abilities or magical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superhero",1,1,1 ], "powers, wearing a distinctive costume, and fighting against evil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superheterodyne receiver",1,1,1 ], "a radio receiver that combines two radio-frequency signals by heterodyne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superheterodyne receiver",1,1,1 ], "action, to produce a signal above the audible frequency limit| This signal is amplified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superheterodyne receiver",1,1,1 ], "and demodulated to give the desired audio-frequency signal| Sometimes shortened to" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superheterodyne receiver",1,1,1 ], "superhet" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "superhigh frequency",1,1,1 ], "a radio-frequency band or radio frequency lying between 30,000 and 3000" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superhigh frequency",1,1,1 ], "megahertz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superhighway",1,1,1 ], "a fast dual-carriageway road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superhuman",1,1,1 ], "having powers above and beyond those of mankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superhuman",1,1,2 ], "exceeding normal human ability or experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superhumeral",1,1,1 ], "an ecclesiastical vestment worn over the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superimpose",1,1,1 ], "to set or place on or over something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superimpose",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by on or upon) to add (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superincumbent",1,1,1 ], "lying or being on top of something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superincumbent",1,1,2 ], "situated or suspended above; overhanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superinduce",1,1,1 ], "to introduce as an additional feature, factor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintend",1,1,1 ], "to undertake the direction or supervision (of); manage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintendency",1,1,1 ], "the office or jurisdiction of a superintendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintendency",1,1,2 ], "a district under the jurisdiction of a superintendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintendent",1,1,1 ], "a person who directs and manages an organization, office, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintendent",1,1,2 ], "(in England) a senior police officer higher in rank than an inspector but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintendent",1,1,2 ], "lower than a chief superintendent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superintendent",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) the head of a police department" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintendent",1,1,4 ], "a caretaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superintendent",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to supervision; superintending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior court",1,1,1 ], "(in England) a higher court not subject to control by any other court except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior court",1,1,1 ], "by way of appeal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superior court",1,1,2 ], "(in several states) a court of general jurisdiction ranking above the inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior court",1,1,2 ], "courts and below courts of last resort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superior planet",1,1,1 ], "any of the six planets (Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior planet",1,1,1 ], "whose orbit lies outside that of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,1 ], "greater in quality, quantity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,10 ], "(of a character) written or printed above the line superscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,2 ], "of high or extraordinary worth, merit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,3 ], "higher in rank or status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,4 ], "displaying a conscious sense of being above or better than others;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,4 ], "supercilious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,5 ], "not susceptible (to) or influenced (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,6 ], "placed higher up; situated further from the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,6,1 ], "(of a planet)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,7 ], "having an orbit further from the sun than the orbit of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,7,2 ], "(of a conjunction) occurring when the sun lies between the earth and an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,7,2 ], "inferior planet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,8 ], "(of a plant ovary) situated above the calyx and other floral parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,1,9 ], "(of one part in relation to another) situated above or higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing of greater rank or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,2,2 ], "a character set in a superior position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superior",1,2,3 ], "the head of a community in a religious order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superiority complex",1,1,1 ], "an inflated estimate of one""s own merit, usually manifested in arrogance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superjacent",1,1,1 ], "lying immediately above or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,1,1 ], "of outstanding quality, degree, etc|; supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,1,2 ], "denoting the form of an adjective or adverb that expresses the highest or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,1,2 ], "the suffix -est or the word most, as in loudest or most loudly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,1,2 ], "very high degree of quality| In English the superlative degree is usually marked by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,1,3 ], "(of language or style) excessive; exaggerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,2,1 ], "a thing that excels all others or is of the highest quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,2,2 ], "the superlative form of an adjective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superlative",1,2,3 ], "the highest degree; peak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superload",1,1,1 ], "another name for live load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superlunar",1,1,1 ], "situated beyond the moon; celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superl|",1,1,1 ], "superlative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supermale",1,1,1 ], "a former name for metamale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superman",1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Nietzsche) an ideal man who through personal integrity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superman",1,1,1 ], "and creative ability would rise above good and evil and who represents the goal of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superman",1,1,1 ], "human evolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superman",1,1,2 ], "any man of apparently superhuman powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supermarket",1,1,1 ], "a large self-service store retailing food and household supplies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supermundane",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to what is elevated above earthly things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernal",1,1,1 ], "of or from the world of the divine; celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernal",1,1,2 ], "of or emanating from above or from the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernatant",1,1,1 ], "floating on the surface or over something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernatant",1,1,2 ], "(of a liquid) lying above a sediment or settled precipitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernational",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for supranational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernatural" ,1, 1, 1],"of or relating to things that cannot be explained according to natural laws",1). c_DEF([ "supernatural" ,1, 1, 2],"characteristic of or caused by or as if by a god; miraculous",1). c_DEF([ "supernatural" ,1, 1, 3],"of, involving, or ascribed to occult beings",1). c_DEF([ "supernatural" ,1, 1, 4],"exceeding the ordinary; abnormal",1). c_DEF([ "supernatural" ,1, 2, 1],"the| supernatural forces, occurrences, and beings collectively or their realm",1). c_DEF([ "supernaturalism",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being supernatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernaturalism",1,1,2 ], "a supernatural agency, the effects of which are felt to be apparent in this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernaturalism",1,1,2 ], "world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supernaturalism",1,1,3 ], "belief in supernatural forces or agencies as producing effects in this world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernormal",1,1,1 ], "greatly exceeding the normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernova",1,1,1 ], "a star that explodes catastrophically due to instabilities following the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supernova",1,1,1 ], "brighter than the sun| The expanding shell of debris (the supernova remnant) creates a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "supernova",1,1,1 ], "exhaustion of its nuclear fuel, becoming for a few days up to one hundred million times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supernova",1,1,1 ], "nebula that radiates radio waves, x-rays, and light, for hundreds or thousands of" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "supernova",1,1,1 ], "years" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "supernumerary" ,1, 1, 1],"exceeding a regular or proper number; extra",1). c_DEF([ "supernumerary" ,1, 1, 2],"functioning as a substitute or assistant with regard to a regular body or",1). c_DEF([ "supernumerary" ,1, 1, 2],"staff",2). c_DEF([ "supernumerary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person or thing that exceeds the normal, required, or regular number",1). c_DEF([ "supernumerary" ,1, 2, 3],"a person who functions as a substitute or assistant",1). c_DEF([ "supernumerary" ,1, 2, 4],"an actor who has no lines, esp| a nonprofessional one",1). c_DEF([ "superorder",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a subclass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superordinate",1,1,1 ], "of higher status or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superordinate",1,1,2 ], "bearing the relation of a universal proposition to a particular proposition in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superordinate",1,1,2 ], "which the terms are the same" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superordinate",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is superordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superordinate",1,4,1 ], "to make superordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superorganic",1,1,1 ], "(no longer widely used) relating to those aspects of a culture that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superorganic",1,1,1 ], "conceived as being superior to the individual members of the society" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superoxide",1,1,1 ], "any of certain metal oxides that contain the O'-2 ion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superphosphate",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of the diacid calcium salt of orthophosphoric acid Ca(H\2PO\4)2 with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superphosphate",1,1,1 ], "calcium sulphate and small quantities of other phosphates: used as a fertilizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superphosphate",1,1,2 ], "a salt of phosphoric acid formed by incompletely replacing its acidic hydrogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superphosphate",1,1,2 ], "atoms; acid phosphate; hydrogen phosphate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superphysical",1,1,1 ], "not explained by the known physical laws and phenomena; supernatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superpose",1,1,1 ], "to place (one figure) upon another so that their perimeters coincide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superpose",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for superimpose ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superposition",1,1,1 ], "the act of superposing or state of being superposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superposition",1,1,2 ], "strata are the oldest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superposition",1,1,2 ], "the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superpower",1,1,1 ], "an extremely powerful state, such as the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superpower",1,1,2 ], "extremely high power, esp| electrical or mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersaturated",1,1,1 ], "(of a solution) containing more solute than a saturated solution and therefore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersaturated",1,1,1 ], "not in equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supersaturated",1,1,2 ], "(of a vapour) containing more material than a saturated vapour and therefore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersaturated",1,1,2 ], "not in equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superscribe",1,1,1 ], "to write (an inscription, name, etc|) above, on top of, or outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superscript",1,1,1 ], "(of a character) written or printed above the line superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superscript",1,2,1 ], "a superscript or superior character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superscript",1,2,2 ], "a superscription on a document, letter, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superscription",1,1,1 ], "the act of superscribing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superscription",1,1,2 ], "a superscribed title, address, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superscription",1,1,3 ], "Latin word recipe (take)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superscription",1,1,3 ], "the symbol (R) at the head of a medical prescription, which stands for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersede",1,1,1 ], "to take the place of (something old-fashioned or less appropriate); supplant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersede",1,1,2 ], "to replace in function, office, etc|; succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersede",1,1,3 ], "to discard or set aside or cause to be set aside as obsolete or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersensible",1,1,1 ], "imperceptible to or beyond reach of the senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersex",1,1,1 ], "a sterile organism in which the ratio between the sex chromosomes is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersex",1,1,1 ], "disturbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supersonic",1,1,1 ], "being, having, or capable of reaching a velocity in excess of the velocity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersonic",1,1,1 ], "sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supersonics",1,1,1 ], "the study of supersonic motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supersonics",1,1,2 ], "a less common name for ultrasonics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstar",1,1,1 ], "a popular singer, film star, etc|, who is idolized by fans and elevated to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstar",1,1,1 ], "position of importance in the entertainment industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superstition",1,1,1 ], "irrational belief usually founded on ignorance or fear and characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstition",1,1,1 ], "obsessive reverence for omens, charms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superstition",1,1,2 ], "a notion, act or ritual that derives from such belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstition",1,1,3 ], "any irrational belief, esp| with regard to the unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstitious",1,1,1 ], "disposed to believe in superstition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstitious",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to superstition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstratum",1,1,1 ], "a layer or stratum overlying another layer or similar structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstratum",1,1,2 ], "an indigenous population, as for example French and English in the West Indies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superstratum",1,1,2 ], "the language of a conquering or colonizing population as it supplants that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstruct",1,1,1 ], "to erect upon a foundation or on top of another building or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,1 ], "the part of a building above its foundation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,2 ], "any structure or concept erected on something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,3 ], "any structure above the main deck of a ship with sides flush with the sides of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,3 ], "the hull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,4 ], "the part of a bridge supported by the piers and abutments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,5 ], "(in Marxist theory) an edifice of interdependent agencies of the state," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,5 ], "but remaining products of the dominant mode of economic production" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "superstructure",1,1,5 ], "including legal and political institutions and ideologies, each possessing some autonomy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supertanker",1,1,1 ], "a large fast tanker of more than 75,000 tons capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supertax",1,1,1 ], "a tax levied in addition to the basic or normal tax, esp| a graduated surtax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supertax",1,1,1 ], "on incomes above a certain level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supertonic",1,1,1 ], "the second degree of a major or minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supertonic",1,1,2 ], "a key or chord based on this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervene",1,1,1 ], "to follow closely; ensue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervene",1,1,2 ], "to occur as an unexpected or extraneous development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervise",1,1,1 ], "to direct or oversee the performance or operation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervise",1,1,2 ], "to watch over so as to maintain order, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervisor",1,1,1 ], "a person who manages or supervises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervisor",1,1,2 ], "(in some British universities) a tutor supervising the work, esp| research" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervisor",1,1,2 ], "work, of a student" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supervisor",1,1,3 ], "(in some U|S| schools) an administrator running a department of teachers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervisor",1,1,4 ], "(in some U|S| states) the elected chief official of a township or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervisor",1,1,4 ], "subdivision of a county" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supervisor",1,1,5 ], "a spectator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supervisory",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or limited to supervision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super| ",1,1,1 ], "superintendent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super| ",1,1,2 ], "superfine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super| ",1,1,3 ], "superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super| ",1,1,4 ], "supernumerary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super| ",1,1,5 ], "supervisor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super| ",1,1,5,1 ], "superphosphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "super| ",1,1,5,2 ], "superannuation benefits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supinate",1,1,1 ], "to turn (the hand and forearm) so that the palm faces up or forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supinator",1,1,1 ], "the muscle of the forearm that can produce the motion of supination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supine",1,1,1 ], "(su$:!pa$In, sju$:-; !su$:pa$In, !sju$:-)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supine",1,1,2 ], "lying or resting on the back with the face, palm, etc|, upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supine",1,1,3 ], "displaying no interest or animation; lethargic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supine",1,2,1 ], "a noun form derived from a verb in Latin, often used to express purpose with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supine",1,2,1 ], "verbs of motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suplex",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler grasps his opponent round the waist from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suplex",1,1,1 ], "behind and carries him backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supper club",1,1,1 ], "a small expensive nightclub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supper",1,1,1 ], "an evening meal, esp| a light one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supper",1,1,2 ], "an evening social event featuring a supper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supper",1,1,3 ], "sing for one""s supper| to obtain something by performing a service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supper",1,2,1 ], "to give supper to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supper",1,3,1 ], "to eat supper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplant",1,1,1 ], "to take the place of, often by trickery or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supple",1,1,1 ], "bending easily without damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supple",1,1,2 ], "capable of or showing easy or graceful movement; lithe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supple",1,1,3 ], "mentally flexible; responding readily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supple",1,1,4 ], "disposed to agree, sometimes to the point of servility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supple",1,2,1 ], "to make or become supple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplejack",1,1,1 ], "a North American twining rhamnaceous woody vine,Berchemia scandens,that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplejack",1,1,1 ], "greenish-white flowers and purple fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supplejack",1,1,2 ], "a tropical American woody sapindaceous vine, Paullinia curassavica, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplejack",1,1,2 ], "strong supple wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supplejack",1,1,3 ], "any of various other vines with strong supple stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplejack",1,1,4 ], "a walking stick made from the wood of Paullinia curassavica" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,1,1 ], "an addition designed to complete, make up for a deficiency, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,1,2 ], "a section appended to a publication to supply further information, correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,1,2 ], "errors, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,1,3 ], "a magazine or section inserted into a newspaper or periodical, such as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,1,3 ], "with colour photographs issued every week" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,1,3,1 ], "either of a pair of angles whose sum is 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,1,3,2 ], "an arc of a circle that when added to another arc forms a semicircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplement",1,3,1 ], "to provide a supplement to, esp| in order to remedy a deficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplementary angle",1,1,1 ], "either of two angles whose sum is 180 degrees " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplementary benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain) a weekly allowance paid to various groups of people by the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplementary benefit",1,1,1 ], "assistance|Former name: national assistance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "supplementary benefit",1,1,1 ], "to bring their incomes up to minimum levels established by law social" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supplementary" ,1, 1, 1],"forming or acting as a supplement",1). c_DEF([ "supplementary" ,1, 2, 2],"a person or thing that is a supplement",1). c_DEF([ "suppletion",1,1,1 ], "given word, as for example the use of went for the past tense of go" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suppletion",1,1,1 ], "the use of an unrelated word to complete the otherwise defective paradigm of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppletory",1,1,1 ], "remedying deficiencies; supplementary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppliant",1,1,1 ], "expressing entreaty or supplication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppliant",1,3,1 ], "another word for supplicant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplicant",1,1,1 ], "a person who supplicates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplicant",1,2,1 ], "entreating humbly; supplicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplicate",1,1,1 ], "to make a humble request to (someone); plead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplicate",1,2,1 ], "to ask for or seek humbly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplication",1,1,1 ], "the act of supplicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supplication",1,1,2 ], "a humble entreaty or petition; prayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 1, 1],"to furnish with something that is required",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 2, 1],"to make available or provide (something that is desired or lacking)",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 3, 1],"to provide for adequately; make good; satisfy",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 3, 2],"to serve as a substitute, usually temporary, in (another's position, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 4, 1],"to fill (a vacancy, position, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 11],"a person who acts as a temporary substitute, esp| a clergyman",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 12],"as modifier: a supply teacher",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 13],"a source of electrical energy, gas, etc",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 14],"aid or assistance",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 2],"a",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 3],"the act of providing or something that is provided",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 4],"as modifier: a supply dump",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 5],"(often pl|) an amount available for use; stock",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 6, 1],"the management and disposal of food and equipment",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 6, 1],"willingness and ability to offer goods and services for sale",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 6, 2],"sale at a specified price",2). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 6, 2],"the amount of a commodity that producers are willing and able to offer for",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 6],"(pl|) food, equipment, etc|, needed for a campaign or trip",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 7],"as modifier: supply routes",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 8],"(often pl|) a grant of money voted by a legislature for government expenses,",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 8],"esp| those not covered by other revenues",2). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 9],"(in Parliament and similar legislatures) the money voted annually for the",1). c_DEF([ "supply" ,1, 5, 9],"expenses of the civil service and armed forces",2). c_DEF([ "supply",2,1,1 ], "in a supple manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,1 ], "to carry the weight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,10 ], "to act or perform (a role or character)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,2 ], "to bear or withstand (pressure, weight, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,3 ], "to provide the necessities of life for (a family, person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,4 ], "substantiate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,4 ], "to tend to establish (a theory, statement, etc|) by providing new facts;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,5 ], "to speak in favour of (a motion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,6 ], "to give aid or courage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,7 ], "to give approval to (a cause, principle, etc|); subscribe to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,8 ], "to endure with forbearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,9 ], "to give strength to; maintain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,9,1 ], "to play a subordinate role to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,1,9,2 ], "to accompany (the feature) in a film programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,2,1 ], "the act of supporting or the condition of being supported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,2,2 ], "a thing that bears the weight or part of the weight of a construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,2,3 ], "a person who or thing that furnishes aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,2,4 ], "the means of maintenance of a family, person, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,2,5 ], "(often preceded by the) an actor or group of actors playing subordinate roles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,2,6 ], "an appliance worn to ease the strain on an injured bodily structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "support",1,2,7 ], "the solid material on which a painting is executed, such as canvas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supportable",1,1,1 ], "able to be supported or endured; bearable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supporter",1,1,1 ], "a person who or thing that acts as a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supporter",1,1,2 ], "a person who backs a sports team, politician, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supporter",1,1,3 ], "a garment or device worn to ease the strain on or restrict the movement of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supporter",1,1,3 ], "bodily structure or part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supporter",1,1,4 ], "a figure or beast in a coat of arms depicted as holding up the shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supporting",1,1,1 ], "(of a role) being a fairly important but not leading part, esp| in a play or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supporting",1,1,1 ], "film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supporting",1,1,2 ], "(of an actor or actress) playing a supporting role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supportive therapy",1,1,1 ], "any treatment, such as the intravenous administration of certain fluids," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supportive therapy",1,1,1 ], "designed to reinforce or sustain the physiological well-being of a patient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supportive therapy",1,1,2 ], "a form of therapy for mental disturbances employing guidance and encouragement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supportive therapy",1,1,2 ], "to develop the patient""s own resources" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suppose",1,1,1 ], "to presume (something) to be true without certain knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppose",1,1,2 ], "etc|; postulate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suppose",1,1,2 ], "to consider as a possible suggestion for the sake of discussion, elucidation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppose",1,1,3 ], "(of theories, propositions, etc|) to imply the inference or assumption (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supposed",1,1,1 ], "presumed to be true without certain knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supposed",1,1,2 ], "believed to be true on slight grounds; highly doubtful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supposed",1,1,3 ], "(s@@!p@@$uzd)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supposed",1,2,1 ], "expected or obliged (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supposed",1,3,1 ], "expected or obliged not (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supposition",1,1,1 ], "the act of supposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supposition",1,1,2 ], "a fact, theory, etc|, that is supposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppositious",1,1,1 ], "deduced from supposition; hypothetical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppositious",1,1,2 ], "substituted with intent to mislead or deceive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppositive",1,1,1 ], "of, involving, or arising out of supposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppositive",1,1,2 ], "denoting a conjunction introducing a clause expressing a supposition, as for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppositive",1,1,2 ], "example if, supposing, or provided that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suppositive",1,2,1 ], "a suppositive conjunction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppository",1,1,1 ], "an encapsulated or solid medication for insertion into the vagina, rectum, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppository",1,1,1 ], "urethra, where it melts and releases the active substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,1 ], "to put an end to; prohibit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,2 ], "to hold in check; restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,3 ], "to withhold from circulation or publication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,4 ], "to stop the activities of; crush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,4,1 ], "to reduce or eliminate (unwanted oscillations) in a circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,4,1 ], "to resist consciously an idea or a desire entering one""s mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,4,2 ], "to eliminate (a particular frequency or group of frequencies) in a signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppress",1,1,4,2 ], "to exercise self-control by preventing the expression of certain desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppression",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of suppressing or the condition of being suppressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppression",1,1,2 ], "the conscious avoidance of unpleasant thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppression",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of suppressing a frequency, oscillation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppression",1,1,4 ], "the failure of an organ or part to develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppressive",1,1,1 ], "tending or acting to suppress; involving suppression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppressive",1,1,2 ], "tending to prevent the expression of certain of one""s desires or to resist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppressive",1,1,2 ], "the emergence of mental symptoms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suppressor grid",1,1,1 ], "an electrode placed between the screen grid and anode of a valve| Its negative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppressor grid",1,1,1 ], "potential, relative to both screen and anode, prevents secondary electrons from the anode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suppressor grid",1,1,1 ], "reaching the screen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "suppurate",1,1,1 ], "(of a wound, sore, etc|) to discharge pus fester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppuration",1,1,1 ], "the discharging of pus from a wound, sore, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppuration",1,1,2 ], "the discharge itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppurative",1,1,1 ], "causing suppuration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suppurative",1,2,1 ], "any suppurative drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supp|",1,1,1 ], "supplement(ary)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supr",1,1,1 ], "a rich veloute sauce made with a base of veal or chicken stock, with cream or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supr",1,1,1 ], "egg yolks added" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supr",1,1,2 ], "cooked in supreme sauce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supr",1,1,2 ], "the best or most delicate part of meat, esp| the breast and wing of chicken," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supra",1,1,1 ], "above, esp| referring to earlier parts of a book etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supra-",1,1,1 ], "over, above, beyond, or greater than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supraglottal",1,1,1 ], "situated above the glottis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supralapsarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who believes that God decreed the election or nonelection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supralapsarian",1,1,1 ], "individuals to salvation even before the fall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supraliminal",1,1,1 ], "awareness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supraliminal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any stimulus that is above the threshold of sensory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supramolecular",1,1,1 ], "more complex than a molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supramolecular",1,1,2 ], "consisting of more than one molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supranational",1,1,1 ], "involving or relating to more than one nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supraorbital",1,1,1 ], "situated above the orbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suprarenal gland",1,1,1 ], "another name for adrenal gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suprarenal",1,1,1 ], "situated above a kidney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suprasegmental",1,1,1 ], "denoting those features of a sound or sequence of sounds that accompany rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suprasegmental",1,1,1 ], "stress and pitch in English" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "suprasegmental",1,1,1 ], "than form part of the consecutive segments of a word or sentence, as for example" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supremacist",1,1,1 ], "a person who promotes or advocates the supremacy of any particular group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supremacist",1,2,1 ], "characterized by belief in the supremacy of any particular group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supremacy",1,1,1 ], "supreme power; authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supremacy",1,1,2 ], "the quality or condition of being supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supreme commander",1,1,1 ], "operations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "supreme commander",1,1,1 ], "the military officer in overall command of all forces in one theatre of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supreme sacrifice",1,1,1 ], "the sacrifice of one""s life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supreme",1,1,1 ], "of highest status or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supreme",1,1,2 ], "of highest quality, importance, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supreme",1,1,3 ], "greatest in degree; extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supreme",1,1,4 ], "final or last, esp| being last in one""s life or progress; ultimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supremo",1,1,1 ], "a person in overall authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "supr|",1,1,1 ], "supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup|",1,1,1 ], "above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup|",1,1,2 ], "superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup|",1,1,3 ], "superlative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup|",1,1,4 ], "supine (noun)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup|",1,1,5 ], "supplement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup|",1,1,6 ], "supplementary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sup|",1,1,7 ], "supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sur-",1,1,1 ], "over; above; beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sur-",2,1,1 ], "variant of sub- before r: surrogate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sura",1,1,1 ], "any of the 114 chapters of the Koran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surah",1,1,1 ], "a twill-weave fabric of silk or rayon, used for dresses, blouses, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sural",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the calf of the leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surat",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a cotton fabric from the Surat area of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surbase",1,1,1 ], "the uppermost part, such as a moulding, of a pedestal, base, or skirting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surbased",1,1,1 ], "having a surbase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surbased",1,1,2 ], "(of an arch) having a rise of less than half the span" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcease",1,1,1 ], "cessation or intermission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcease",1,2,1 ], "to desist from (some action)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcease",1,2,2 ], "to cease or cause to cease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,1,1 ], "a charge in addition to the usual payment, tax, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,1,2 ], "an excessive sum charged, esp| when unlawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,1,3 ], "an extra and usually excessive burden or supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,1,4 ], "the act or an instance of surcharging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,1,5 ], "an overprint that alters the face value of a postage stamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,2,1 ], "(s$z$:!t#s$a$:d#f, !s$z$:~t#s$a$:d#f)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,3,1 ], "to charge an additional sum, tax, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,3,2 ], "to overcharge (a person) for something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,3,3 ], "to put an extra physical burden upon; overload" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,3,4 ], "to fill to excess; overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,3,5 ], "to insert credits that have been omitted in (an account)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcharge",1,3,6 ], "a surcharge on (a stamp)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcingle",1,1,1 ], "a girth for a horse which goes around the body, used esp| with a racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcingle",1,1,1 ], "saddle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surcingle",1,1,2 ], "the belt worn with a cassock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcingle",1,2,1 ], "to put a surcingle on or over (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcoat",1,1,1 ], "a tunic, often embroidered with heraldic arms, worn by a knight over his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surcoat",1,1,1 ], "armour during the Middle Ages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surcoat",1,1,2 ], "an outer coat or other garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surculose",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant) bearing suckers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surd",1,1,1 ], "a sum containing one or more irrational roots of numbers, such as 2 sqrt 3 + 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surd",1,1,1 ], "sqrt 2 + 6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surd",1,1,2 ], "a voiceless consonant, such as (t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surd",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a surd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure thing",1,1,1 ], "all right! yes indeed! used to express enthusiastic assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure thing",1,2,1 ], "something guaranteed to be successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by of) free from hesitancy or uncertainty (with regard to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,1 ], "belief, conviction, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by of) having no doubt, as of the occurrence of a future state or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,2 ], "event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,3 ], "always effective; unfailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,4 ], "reliable in indication or accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,5 ], "(of persons) worthy of trust or confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,6 ], "not open to doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,7 ], "admitting of no vacillation or doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,1,8 ], "bound to be or occur; inevitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,1 ], "bound inevitably (to be or do something); certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,2 ], "physically secure or dependable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,3 ], "free from exposure to harm or danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,4 ], "be sure| to be careful or certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,5 ], "for sure| without a doubt; surely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,6 ], "make sure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,6,1 ], "to make certain; ensure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,6,2 ], "(foll| by of) to establish or confirm power or possession (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,7 ], "often used as a sentence substitute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,7 ], "sure enough| Informal| as might have been confidently expected; definitely:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,8 ], "to be sure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,8,1 ], "without doubt; certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,2,8,2 ], "it has to be acknowledged; admittedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,3,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,3,2 ], "without question; certainly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure",1,3,3 ], "willingly; yes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure-fire",1,1,1 ], "certain to succeed or meet expectations; assured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure-footed",1,1,1 ], "unlikely to fall, slip, or stumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sure-footed",1,1,2 ], "not likely to err or fail, as in judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surely",1,1,1 ], "without doubt; assuredly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surely",1,1,2 ], "without fail; inexorably (esp| in the phrase slowly but surely)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surely",1,1,3 ], "am I not right in thinking that; I am sure that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surely",1,1,4 ], "in a sure manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surely",1,1,5 ], "safely; securely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surely",1,1,6 ], "willingly; of course; yes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surety",1,1,1 ], "a person who assumes legal responsibility for the fulfilment of another""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surety",1,1,1 ], "debt or obligation and himself becomes liable if the other defaults" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surety",1,1,2 ], "security given against loss or damage or as a guarantee that an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surety",1,1,2 ], "will be met" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surety",1,1,3 ], "the quality or condition of being sure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surety",1,1,4 ], "a means of assurance or safety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surety",1,1,5 ], "stand surety| to act as a surety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surf scoter",1,1,1 ], "a North American scoter, Melanitta perspicillata, having white patches on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surf scoter",1,1,1 ], "head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surf",1,1,1 ], "waves breaking on the shore or on a reef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surf",1,1,2 ], "foam caused by the breaking of waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surf",1,2,1 ], "to take part in surfing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface friction drag",1,1,1 ], "nature of the surface of the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surface friction drag",1,1,1 ], "the part of the drag on a body moving through a fluid that is dependent on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface mail",1,1,1 ], "mail transported by land or sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface noise",1,1,1 ], "noise produced by the friction of the needle or stylus of a record player with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface noise",1,1,1 ], "the rotating record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surface plate",1,1,1 ], "another name for faceplate ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface structure",1,1,1 ], "a representation of a string of elements as they occur in a sentence, together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface structure",1,1,1 ], "with labels and brackets that represent its syntactic structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surface tension",1,1,1 ], "a property of liquids caused by intermolecular forces near the surface leading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface tension",1,1,1 ], "to the apparent presence of a surface film and to capillarity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surface tension",1,1,2 ], "a line of unit length on the surface: measured in newtons per metre| Symbol: T," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surface tension",1,1,2 ], "a measure of this property expressed as the force acting normal to one side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface tension",1,1,2 ], "l, or s" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,1,1 ], "the area or size of such a face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,1,1 ], "the exterior face of an object or one such face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,2 ], "material resembling such a face, with length and width but without depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,2,1 ], "the complete boundary of a solid figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,2,1 ], "the superficial appearance as opposed to the real nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,2,1 ], "the uppermost level of the land or sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,2,2 ], "a continuous two-dimensional configuration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,3 ], "come to the surface| to emerge; become apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,1,4 ], "on the surface| to all appearances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,2,1 ], "to rise or cause to rise to or as if to the surface (of water, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,3,1 ], "to treat the surface of, as by polishing, smoothing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,4,1 ], "to furnish with a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,5,1,1 ], "to work at or near the ground surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,5,1,2 ], "to wash surface ore deposits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface",1,6,1 ], "to become apparent; emerge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface-active",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance, esp| a detergent) capable of lowering the surface tension of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface-active",1,1,1 ], "a liquid, usually water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surface-to-air",1,1,1 ], "airborne targets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surface-to-air",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a missile launched from the surface of the earth against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface-to-surface",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a missile launched from the surface of the earth against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surface-to-surface",1,1,1 ], "surface targets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfactant",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as a detergent, that can reduce the surface tension of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfactant",1,1,1 ], "liquid and thus allow it to foam or penetrate solids; a wetting agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfbird",1,1,1 ], "an American shore bird, Aphriza virgata, having a spotted plumage, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfbird",1,1,1 ], "black and white tail: family Scolopacidae (sandpipers, etc|), order Charadriiformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfboard",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow board used in surfing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfboard",1,1,2 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler sits on the floor and locks his feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfboard",1,1,2 ], "backwards, placing his knees against his opponent""s back" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "surfboard",1,1,2 ], "round his opponent""s ankles, seizes the arms or head, and bends his opponent""s body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfboat",1,1,1 ], "a boat with a high bow and stern and flotation chambers, equipped for use in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfboat",1,1,1 ], "rough surf" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfcasting",1,1,1 ], "fishing from the shore by casting into the surf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfeit",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by of) an excessive or immoderate amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfeit",1,1,2 ], "overindulgence, esp| in eating or drinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfeit",1,1,3 ], "disgust, nausea, etc|, caused by such overindulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfeit",1,2,1 ], "to supply or feed excessively; satiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfeit",1,3,1 ], "to eat, drink, or be supplied to excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfeit",1,4,1 ], "to feel uncomfortable as a consequence of overindulgence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfie",1,1,1 ], "a young man whose main interest is in surfing, esp| when considered as a cult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfie",1,1,1 ], "figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfing",1,1,1 ], "on a surfboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfing",1,1,1 ], "the sport of riding towards shore on the crest of a wave by standing or lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surfperch",1,1,1 ], "American Pacific coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surfperch",1,1,1 ], "any viviparous marine percoid fish of the family Embiotocidae, of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,1 ], "a strong rush or sweep; sudden increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,2 ], "the rolling swell of the sea, esp| after the passage of a large wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,3 ], "a heavy rolling motion or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,4 ], "an undulating rolling surface, as of hills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,5 ], "a billowing cloud or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,6 ], "a temporary release or slackening of a rope or cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,7 ], "a large momentary increase in the voltage or current in an electric circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,8 ], "an instability or unevenness in the power output of an engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,1,9 ], "a short-lived disturbance, occurring during the eruption of a solar flare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,2,1 ], "(of waves, the sea, etc|) to rise or roll with a heavy swelling motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,3,1 ], "to move like a heavy sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,3,2 ], "rope, etc|) to be slackened or released and slip back" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,3,2 ], "to slacken or temporarily release (a rope or cable) from a capstan or (of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,4,1 ], "(of an electric current or voltage) to undergo a large momentary increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surge",1,5,1 ], "to cause to move in or as if in a wave or waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeon general",1,1,1 ], "(in the British, U|S|, and certain other armies and navies) the senior officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeon general",1,1,1 ], "of the medical service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surgeon general",1,1,2 ], "the head of the public health service in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeon""s knot",1,1,1 ], "a knot used by surgeons in tying ligatures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeon",1,1,1 ], "a medical practioner who specializes in surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeon",1,1,2 ], "a medical officer in the Royal Navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeoncy",1,1,1 ], "the office, duties, or position of a surgeon, esp| in the army or navy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeonfish",1,1,1 ], "any tropical marine spiny-finned fish of the family Acanthuridae, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgeonfish",1,1,1 ], "compressed brightly coloured body with one or more knifelike spines at the base of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surgeonfish",1,1,1 ], "tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "surgery",1,1,1 ], "means of manual or operative procedures, esp| by incision into the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surgery",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with treating disease, injuries, etc|, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgery",1,1,2 ], "the performance of such procedures by a surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgery",1,1,3 ], "a place where a doctor, dentist, etc|, can be consulted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgery",1,1,4 ], "an operating theatre where surgical operations are performed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgical boot",1,1,1 ], "a specially designed boot or shoe that compensates for deformities of the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgical boot",1,1,1 ], "or leg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surgical spirit",1,1,1 ], "methylated spirit containing small amounts of oil of wintergreen and castor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surgical spirit",1,1,1 ], "oil: used medically for sterilizing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surgical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, involving, or used in surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surg|",1,1,1 ], "surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surg|",1,1,2 ], "surgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surg|",1,1,3 ], "surgical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suricate",1,1,1 ], "another name for slender-tailed meerkat (see meerkat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surjection",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical function or mapping for which every element of the image space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surjection",1,1,1 ], "is a value for some members of the domain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surly",1,1,2 ], "sullenly ill-tempered or rude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surly",1,1,3 ], "(of an animal) ill-tempered or refractory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surly",1,1,4 ], "dismal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surly",1,1,5 ], "arrogant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmise",1,1,1 ], "(s$z$:!ma$Iz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmise",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to infer (something) from incomplete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmise",1,1,2 ], "or uncertain evidence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surmise",1,2,1 ], "(s$z$:!ma$Iz, !s$z$:ma$Iz)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmise",1,2,2 ], "an idea inferred from inconclusive evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmount",1,1,1 ], "to prevail over; overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmount",1,1,2 ], "to ascend and cross to the opposite side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmount",1,1,3 ], "to lie on top of or rise above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmount",1,1,4 ], "to put something on top of or above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmount",1,1,5 ], "to surpass or exceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surmullet",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for the red mullet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surname",1,1,1 ], "a family name as opposed to a Christian name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surname",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a descriptive epithet attached to a person""s name to denote a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surname",1,1,2 ], "personal characteristic, profession, etc|; nickname" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surname",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with or call by a surname" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surpass",1,1,1 ], "to be greater than in degree, extent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surpass",1,1,2 ], "to be superior to in achievement or excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surpass",1,1,3 ], "to overstep the limit or range of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surpassing" ,1, 1, 1],"exceptional; extraordinary",1). c_DEF([ "surplice",1,1,1 ], "a loose wide-sleeved liturgical vestment of linen, reaching to the knees, worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplice",1,1,1 ], "over the cassock by clergymen, choristers, and acolytes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,1,1 ], "a quantity or amount in excess of what is required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,1,1,1 ], "an excess of government revenues over expenditures during a certain financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,1,1,1 ], "an excess of total assets over total liabilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,1,1,1 ], "year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,1,1,2 ], "an excess of actual net assets over the nominal value of capital stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,1,1,2 ], "an excess of receipts over payments on the balance of payments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,1,1,3 ], "an excess of revenues over expenditures during a certain period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplus",1,2,1 ], "being in excess; extra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplusage",1,1,1 ], "(in pleading, etc|) irrelevant matter, such as a superfluous allegation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplusage",1,1,2 ], "an excess of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surplusage",1,1,3 ], "a less common word for surplus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprint",1,1,1 ], "to print (additional matter) over something already printed; overprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprint",1,2,1 ], "marks, printed matter, etc|, that have been surprinted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,1,1 ], "to cause to feel amazement or wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,1,2 ], "to encounter or discover unexpectedly or suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,1,3 ], "to capture or assault suddenly and without warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,1,4 ], "to present with something unexpected, such as a gift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,1,5 ], "(foll| by into) to provoke (someone) to unintended action by a trick, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,1,6 ], "(often foll| by from) to elicit by unexpected behaviour or by a trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of surprising; the act of taking unawares" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,2 ], "a sudden or unexpected event, gift, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,3 ], "the feeling or condition of being surprised; astonishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,4 ], "causing, characterized by, or relying upon surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,5 ], "take by surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,5,1 ], "to come upon suddenly and without warning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,5,2 ], "to capture unexpectedly or catch unprepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprise",1,2,5,3 ], "to astonish; amaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surprising",1,1,1 ], "causing surprise; unexpected or amazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surra",1,1,1 ], "a tropical febrile disease of cattle, horses, camels, and dogs, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surra",1,1,1 ], "by fleas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "surra",1,1,1 ], "by severe emaciation: caused by the protozoan Trypanosoma evansi and transmitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surreal",1,1,1 ], "suggestive of surrealism; dreamlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surreal",1,2,1 ], "the| the atmosphere or qualities evoked by surrealism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrealism",1,1,1 ], "a movement in art and literature in the 1920s, which developed esp| from dada," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrealism",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the evocative juxtaposition of incongruous images in order to include" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrealism",1,1,1 ], "unconscious and dream elements" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "surrebuttal",1,1,1 ], "(in pleading) the giving of evidence in support of a surrebutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrebutter",1,1,1 ], "(in pleading) the plaintiff""s reply to the defendant""s rebutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrejoinder",1,1,1 ], "(in pleading) the plaintiff""s reply to the defendant""s rejoinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,1,1 ], "demand" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,1,1 ], "to relinquish to the control or possession of another under duress or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,2,1 ], "concession to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,2,1 ], "to relinquish or forego (an office, position, etc|), esp| as a voluntary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,2,2 ], "to give (oneself) up physically, as or as if to an enemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,2,3 ], "to allow (oneself) to yield, as to a temptation, influence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,3,1 ], "to give up (hope, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,3,2 ], "of the term" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,3,2 ], "to give up or restore (an estate), esp| to give up a lease before expiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,4,1 ], "to return or render (thanks, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,4,2 ], "having been on bail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,4,2 ], "surrender to bail| to present oneself at court at the appointed time after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,1 ], "the act or instance of surrendering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,2 ], "consideration (the surrender value)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,2 ], "the voluntary discontinuation of a life policy by its holder in return for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,2,1 ], "before its term has expired" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,2,1 ], "the yielding up or restoring of an estate, esp| the giving up of a lease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,2,2 ], "the giving up to the appropriate authority of a fugitive from justice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,2,3 ], "the act of surrendering or being surrendered to bail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrender",1,5,2,4 ], "the deed by which a legal surrender is effected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surreptitious",1,1,1 ], "done, acquired, etc|, in secret or by improper means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surreptitious",1,1,2 ], "operating by stealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surreptitious",1,1,3 ], "characterized by fraud or misrepresentation of the truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrey",1,1,1 ], "a light four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage having two or four seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing acting as a substitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,2 ], "a deputy, such as a clergyman appointed to deputize for a bishop in granting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,2 ], "marriage licences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,3 ], "a person who is a substitute for someone else, esp| in childhood when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,3 ], "different persons, such as a brother or teacher, can act as substitutes for the parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,4 ], "(in some U|S| states) a judge with jurisdiction over the probate of wills," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or acting as a surrogate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,3,1 ], "to put in another""s position as a deputy, substitute, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surrogate",1,3,2 ], "to appoint as a successor to oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,1,1 ], "to encircle or enclose or cause to be encircled or enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,1,2 ], "preventing access or retreat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,1,2 ], "to deploy forces on all sides of (a place or military formation), so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,1,3 ], "to exist around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,2,1 ], "a border, esp| the area of uncovered floor between the walls of a room and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,2,1 ], "carpet or around an opening or panel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,2,1,1 ], "a method of capturing wild beasts by encircling the area in which they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,2,1,1 ], "believed to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surround",1,2,1,2 ], "the area so encircled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surroundings",1,1,1 ], "the conditions, scenery, etc|, around a person, place, or thing; environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sursum corda",1,1,1 ], "a Latin versicle meaning Lift up your hearts, said by the priest at Mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sursum corda",1,1,2 ], "a cry of exhortation, hope, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surtax",1,1,1 ], "a tax, usually highly progressive, levied on the amount by which a person""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surtax",1,1,1 ], "income exceeds a specific level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surtax",1,1,2 ], "an additional tax on something that has already been taxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surtax",1,2,1 ], "to assess for liability to surtax; charge with an extra tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surtout",1,1,1 ], "a man""s overcoat resembling a frock coat, popular in the late 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveillance",1,1,1 ], "close observation or supervision maintained over a person, group, etc|, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveillance",1,1,1 ], "one in custody or under suspicion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,1,1 ], "(s$z$:!ve$I, !s$z$:ve$I)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,2,1 ], "to view or consider in a comprehensive or general way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,3,1 ], "to examine carefully, as or as if to appraise value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,3,2 ], "distances and height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,3,2 ], "to plot a detailed map of (an area of land) by measuring or calculating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,3,3 ], "to inspect a building to determine its condition and value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,3,4 ], "to examine a vessel thoroughly in order to determine its seaworthiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,4,1 ], "to run a statistical survey on (incomes, opinions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,5,1 ], "a comprehensive or general view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,5,2 ], "a critical, detailed, and formal inspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,5,3 ], "an inspection of a building to determine its condition and value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,5,4 ], "a report incorporating the results of such an inspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,5,4,1 ], "a body of surveyors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,5,4,2 ], "an area surveyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survey",1,5,5 ], "a random sample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveying",1,1,1 ], "land surface so that they can be accurately plotted on a map" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surveying",1,1,1 ], "the study or practice of measuring altitudes, angles, and distances on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveying",1,1,2 ], "engineering works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surveying",1,1,2 ], "the setting out on the ground of the positions of proposed construction or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor""s chain",1,1,1 ], "a measuring chain 22 yards in length; Gunter""s chain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor""s level",1,1,1 ], "another term for level ,1,20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor""s measure",1,1,1 ], "the system of measurement based on the chain (66 feet) as a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is to survey land or buildings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor",1,1,2 ], "a person concerned with the official inspection of something for purposes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor",1,1,2 ], "measurement and valuation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor",1,1,3 ], "a person who carries out surveys, esp| of ships (marine surveyor) to determine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor",1,1,3 ], "seaworthiness, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor",1,1,4 ], "(formerly in the U|S|) a customs official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surveyor",1,1,5 ], "a supervisor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survival of the fittest",1,1,1 ], "a popular term for natural selection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survival",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that survives, such as a custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survival",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or fact of surviving or condition of having survived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survival",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survive",1,1,1 ], "to live after the death of (another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survive",1,1,2 ], "to continue in existence or use after (a passage of time, an adversity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survive",1,1,3 ], "to endure (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survivor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that survives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survivor",1,1,2 ], "lives longer than the other or others and thereby becomes entitled to the whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "survivor",1,1,2 ], "one of two or more specified persons having joint interests in property who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "survivor",1,1,2 ], "property" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "surv|",1,1,1 ], "surveying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "surv|",1,1,2 ], "surveyor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptance",1,1,1 ], "the imaginary component of the admittance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptibility",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being susceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptibility",1,1,2 ], "the ability or tendency to be impressed by emotional feelings; sensitivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptibility",1,1,3 ], "emotional sensibilities; feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptibility",1,1,3,1 ], "electric susceptibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptibility",1,1,4 ], "the amount by which the relative permittivity differs from unity|Symbol: X" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptibility",1,1,4,2 ], "magnetic susceptibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptibility",1,1,5 ], "the amount by which the relative permeability differs from unity|Symbol: K" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptible",1,1,1 ], "yielding readily (to); capable (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptible",1,2,1 ], "liable to be afflicted (by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptible",1,2,2 ], "easily impressed emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptive",1,1,1 ], "another word for receptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susceptive",1,1,2 ], "a variant of susceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sushi",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese dish consisting of cold rice and raw fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suslik",1,1,1 ], "a central Eurasian ground squirrel, Citellus citellus, of dry open areas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suslik",1,1,1 ], "having large eyes and small ears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspect",1,1,1 ], "(s@@!sp$ekt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspect",1,2,1 ], "to believe guilty of a specified offence without proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspect",1,3,1 ], "to think false, questionable, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspect",1,4,1 ], "to surmise to be the case; think probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspect",1,5,1 ], "to have suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspect",1,6,1 ], "a person who is under suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspect",1,7,1 ], "causing or open to suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,1,1 ], "to hang from above so as to permit free movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,10,1 ], "to come to a stop, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,11,1 ], "to be attached from above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,2,1 ], "to cause to remain floating or hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,3,1 ], "to render inoperative or cause to cease, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,4,1 ], "to hold in abeyance; postpone action on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,5,1 ], "to debar temporarily from privilege, office, etc|, as a punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,6,1 ], "to cause (particles) to be held in suspension in a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,7,1 ], "forms a dissonance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,7,1 ], "to continue (a note) until the next chord is sounded, with which it usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,8,1 ], "to cease payment, as from incapacity to meet financial obligations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspend",1,9,1 ], "to put or keep in a state of anxiety or wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspended animation",1,1,1 ], "a temporary cessation of the vital functions, as by freezing an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspended sentence",1,1,1 ], "a further offence during its currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspended sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sentence of imprisonment that is not served by an offender unless he commits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspender belt",1,1,1 ], "a belt with suspenders hanging from it to hold up women""s stockings| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspender belt",1,1,1 ], "name: garter belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspender",1,1,1,1 ], "an elastic strap attached to a belt or corset having a fastener at the end," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspender",1,1,1,1 ], "for holding up women""s stockings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspender",1,1,1,2 ], "U|S| equivalent: garter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspender",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar fastener attached to a garter worn by men in order to support socks|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspender",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for braces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspender",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that suspends, such as one of the vertical cables in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspender",1,1,3 ], "suspension bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspense account",1,1,1 ], "an account in which entries are made until determination of their proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspense account",1,1,1 ], "disposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspense",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being insecure or uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspense",1,1,2 ], "mental uncertainty; anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspense",1,1,3 ], "excitement felt at the approach of the climax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspense",1,1,4 ], "the condition of being suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension bridge",1,1,1 ], "a bridge that has a deck suspended by cables or rods from other cables or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension bridge",1,1,1 ], "chains that hang between two towers and are anchored at both ends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspension point",1,1,1 ], "one of a group of dots, usually three, used in written material to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension point",1,1,1 ], "the omission of a word or words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,1 ], "an interruption or temporary revocation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,10 ], "one or more notes of a chord that are prolonged until a subsequent chord is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,10 ], "sounded, usually to form a dissonance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,2 ], "a temporary debarment, as from position, privilege, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,3 ], "a deferment, esp| of a decision, judgment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,3,1 ], "a postponement of execution of a sentence or the deferring of a judgment, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,3,2 ], "a temporary extinguishment of a right or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,4 ], "cessation of payment of business debts, esp| as a result of insolvency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,5 ], "the act of suspending or the state of being suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,6 ], "a system of springs, shock absorbers, etc|, that supports the body of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,6 ], "wheeled vehicle and insulates it and its occupants from shocks transmitted by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,6 ], "wheels" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,7 ], "a device or structure, usually a wire or spring, that serves to suspend or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,7 ], "support something, such as the pendulum of a clock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,8 ], "a dispersion of fine solid or liquid particles in a fluid, the particles being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,8 ], "supported by buoyancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspension",1,1,9 ], "the process by which eroded particles of rock are transported in a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensive",1,1,1 ], "having the power of deferment; effecting suspension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensive",1,1,2 ], "causing, characterized by, or relating to suspense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensive",1,1,3 ], "inclined to defer judgment; undecided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensive",1,1,4 ], "characterized by physical suspension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensoid",1,1,1 ], "a system consisting of a suspension of solid particles in a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensor",1,1,1 ], "another name for suspensory ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensor",1,1,2 ], "(in a seed) a row of cells attached to the embryo plant, by means of which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensor",1,1,2 ], "is pushed into the endosperm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspensory",1,1,1 ], "a ligament or muscle that holds a structure or part in position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensory",1,1,2 ], "a bandage, sling, etc|, for supporting a dependent part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensory",1,1,3 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for athletic support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensory",1,2,1 ], "suspending or supporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensory",1,2,2 ], "(of a ligament or muscle) supporting or holding a structure or part in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspensory",1,2,2 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,1 ], "something is wrong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of suspecting; belief without sure proof, esp| that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,2 ], "the feeling of mistrust of a person who suspects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,3 ], "the state of being suspected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,4 ], "a slight trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,5 ], "above suspicion| in such a position that no guilt may be thought or implied," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,5 ], "esp| through having an unblemished reputation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,6 ], "on suspicion| as a suspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicion",1,1,7 ], "under suspicion| regarded with distrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicious",1,1,1 ], "exciting or liable to excite suspicion; questionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicious",1,1,2 ], "disposed to suspect something wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspicious",1,1,3 ], "indicative or expressive of suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspire",1,1,1 ], "to sigh or utter with a sigh; yearn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suspire",1,2,1 ], "to breathe; respire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suss",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to attempt to work out (a situation, person""s character," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suss",1,1,1 ], "etc|), esp| using one""s intuition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suss",1,1,2 ], "to become aware of; suspect (esp| in the phrase suss it)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susso",1,1,1,1 ], "money paid by the government to an unemployed person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susso",1,1,1,2 ], "an unemployed person receiving such money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,1 ], "to hold up under; withstand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,2 ], "to undergo (an injury, loss, etc|); suffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,3 ], "to maintain or prolong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,4 ], "to support physically from below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,5 ], "to provide for or give support to, esp| by supplying necessities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,6 ], "to keep up the vitality or courage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,7 ], "to uphold or affirm the justice or validity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustain",1,1,8 ], "to establish the truth of; confirm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustainer",1,1,1 ], "a rocket engine that maintains the velocity of a space vehicle after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustainer",1,1,1 ], "booster has been jettisoned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sustaining pedal",1,1,1 ], "a foot-operated lever on a piano, usually the right one of two, that keeps the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustaining pedal",1,1,1 ], "dampers raised from the strings when keys are released, allowing them to continue to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sustaining pedal",1,1,1 ], "vibrate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sustaining program",1,1,1 ], "a television or radio programme promoted by the broadcasting network or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustaining program",1,1,1 ], "station itself and not by a commercial sponsor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sustenance",1,1,1 ], "means of sustaining health or life; nourishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustenance",1,1,2 ], "means of maintenance; livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustenance",1,1,3 ], "the act or process of sustaining or the quality of being sustained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustentacular",1,1,1 ], "(of fibres, cells, etc|) supporting or forming a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sustentation",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for sustenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "susurrate",1,1,1 ], "to make a soft rustling sound; whisper; murmur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sutler",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a merchant who accompanied an army in order to sell provisions to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sutler",1,1,1 ], "the soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,1 ], "200 a|d| onwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,1 ], "Sanskrit sayings or collections of sayings on Vedic doctrine dating from about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,1,1 ], "100 b|c|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the last of the Vedic literary periods, from about 500 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the sutras or compilations of sutras of about 200 a|d|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,1,2 ], "onwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,2 ], "collections of dialogues and discourses of classic Mahayana Buddhism dating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sutra",1,1,2 ], "from the 2nd to the 6th centuries a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suttee",1,1,1 ], "husband""s funeral pyre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suttee",1,1,1 ], "the former Hindu custom whereby a widow burnt herself to death on her" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suttee",1,1,2 ], "a Hindu widow who immolated herself in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,1,1 ], "catgut, silk thread, or wire used to stitch together two bodily surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,1,2 ], "the surgical seam formed after joining two surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,2 ], "a type of immovable joint, esp| between the bones of the skull (cranial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,2 ], "suture)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,3 ], "a seam or joining, as in sewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,4 ], "a line of junction in a mollusc shell, esp| the line between adjacent chambers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,4 ], "of a nautiloid shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,1,5 ], "a line marking the point of dehiscence in a seed pod or capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suture",1,2,1 ], "to join (the edges of a wound, etc|) by means of sutures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suzerain",1,1,1,1 ], "a feudal overlord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suzerain",1,1,1,1 ], "a state or sovereign exercising some degree of dominion over a dependent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suzerain",1,1,1,1 ], "state, usually controlling its foreign affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "suzerain",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suzerainty",1,1,1 ], "the position, power, or dignity of a suzerain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "suzerainty",1,1,2 ], "the relationship between suzerain and subject| d" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "svelte",1,1,1 ], "attractively or gracefully slim; slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "svelte",1,1,2 ], "urbane or sophisticated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a small piece of cotton, gauze, etc|, for use in applying medication,",1). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"cleansing a wound, or obtaining a specimen of a secretion, etc",2). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the specimen so obtained",1). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 1, 2],"a mop for cleaning floors, decks, etc",1). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 1, 3],"a brush used to clean a firearm's bore",1). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 1, 4],"an uncouth or worthless fellow",1). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 2, 1],"to clean or medicate with or as if with a swab",1). c_DEF([ "swab" ,1, 3, 1],"to take up with a swab",1). c_DEF([ "swabber",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses a swab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swabber",1,1,2 ], "a device designed for swabbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swabber",1,1,3 ], "an uncouth fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swacked",1,1,1 ], "in a state of intoxication, stupor, or euphoria induced by drugs or alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swaddle",1,1,1 ], "to wind a bandage round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swaddle",1,1,2 ], "to wrap (a baby) in swaddling clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swaddle",1,1,3 ], "to restrain as if by wrapping with bandages; smother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swaddle",1,2,1 ], "swaddling clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swaddling clothes",1,1,1 ], "long strips of linen or other cloth formerly wrapped round a newly born baby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swaddling clothes",1,1,2 ], "restrictions or supervision imposed on the immature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 1, 1],"property obtained by theft or other illicit means",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 1, 2],"goods; valuables",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 1, 3],"an ornamental festoon of fruit, flowers, or drapery or a representation of",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 1, 3],"this",2). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 1, 4],"a swaying movement; lurch",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 1, 5],"a depression filled with water, resulting from mining subsidence",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 1, 6],"a swagman's pack containing personal belongings, etc",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 2, 1],"to lurch or sag or cause to lurch or sag",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to adorn or arrange with swags",1). c_DEF([ "swag" ,1, 2, 4],"to tramp about carrying a pack of personal belongings",1). c_DEF([ "swage block",1,1,1 ], "an iron block cut with holes, recesses, and grooves to assist in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swage block",1,1,1 ], "cold-working of metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swage",1,1,1 ], "a shaped tool or die used in forming cold metal by hammering, pressing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swage",1,1,2 ], "a decorative moulding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swage",1,2,1 ], "to form (metal) with a swage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagger stick" ,1, 1, 1],"swagger canen",1). c_DEF([ "swagger stick" ,1, 1, 2],"a short cane or stick carried on occasion mainly by army officers",1). c_DEF([ "swagger",1,1,1 ], "to walk or behave in an arrogant manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagger",1,2,1 ], "to brag loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagger",1,3,1 ], "to force, influence, etc|, by blustering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagger",1,4,1 ], "arrogant gait, conduct, or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagger",1,5,1 ], "informal, rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagger",1,5,2 ], "elegantly fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagman",1,1,1 ], "a labourer who carries his personal possessions in a pack or swag while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swagman",1,1,1 ], "travelling about in search of work; vagrant worker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swain",1,1,1 ], "a male lover or admirer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swain",1,1,2 ], "a country youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swale",1,1,1,1 ], "a moist depression in a tract of land, usually with rank vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swale",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow dive",1,1,1 ], "a type of dive in which the diver arches back while in the air, keeping his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow dive",1,1,1 ], "headfirst| U|S| equivalent: swan dive" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "swallow dive",1,1,1 ], "legs straight and together and his arms oustretched, finally entering the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallow hole",1,1,1 ], "another word for sinkhole ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,1 ], "muscular action of the oesophagus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,1 ], "to pass (food, drink, etc|) through the mouth to the stomach by means of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to engulf or destroy as if by ingestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,3 ], "to believe gullibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,4 ], "to refrain from uttering or manifesting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,5 ], "to endure without retaliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,6 ], "to enunciate (words, etc|) indistinctly; mutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,1,7 ], "(often foll| by down) to eat or drink reluctantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,2,1 ], "to perform or simulate the act of swallowing, as in gulping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,2,2 ], "humiliating circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,2,2 ], "swallow one""s words| to retract a statement, argument, etc|, often in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,3,1 ], "the act of swallowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,3,2 ], "the amount swallowed at any single time; mouthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,3,3 ], "the opening between the shell and the groove of the sheave of a block, through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,3,3 ], "which the rope is passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,3,4 ], "another word for throat or gullet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",1,3,5 ], "a capacity for swallowing; appetite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",2,1,1 ], "any passerine songbird of the family Hirundinidae, esp| Hirundo rustica ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow",2,1,1 ], "having long pointed wings, a forked tail, short legs, and a rapid flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallow-tailed coat",1,1,1 ], "another name for tail coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow-tailed",1,1,1 ], "(of a bird) having a deeply forked tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallow-tailed",1,1,2 ], "having a part resembling a swallow""s tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallowtail",1,1,1 ], "any of various butterflies of the genus Papilio and related genera, esp| P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallowtail",1,1,1 ], "machaon of Europe, having a tail-like extension of each hind wing: family Papilionidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallowtail",1,1,2 ], "the forked tail of a swallow or similar bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallowtail",1,1,3 ], "short for swallow-tailed coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallowwort",1,1,1 ], "any of several Eurasian vines of the genus Cynanchum, esp| C| nigrum, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallowwort",1,1,1 ], "small brownish-purple flowers: family Asclepiadaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallowwort",1,1,2 ], "a related European herbaceous plant, Vincetoxicum officinale (or Cynanchum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swallowwort",1,1,2 ], "vincetoxicum), having an emetic root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swallowwort",1,1,3 ], "another name for greater celandine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swam",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of swim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swami",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a title of respect for a Hindu saint or religious teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp boat",1,1,1 ], "a shallow-draught boat powered by an aroplane engine mounted on a raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp boat",1,1,1 ], "structure for use in swamps" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swamp buggy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) a light aerofoil conveyance for use in regions with swamps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp buggy",1,1,1 ], "lakes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swamp cypress",1,1,1 ], "a North American deciduous coniferous tree, Taxodium distichum, that grows in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp cypress",1,1,1 ], "swamps and sends up aerial roots from its base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swamp fever",1,1,1 ], "a viral disease of horses characterized by recurring fever, staggering gait," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp fever",1,1,1 ], "and general debility" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swamp fever",1,1,2 ], "another name for malaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,1,1,1 ], "forested" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,1,1,1 ], "permanently waterlogged ground that is usually overgrown and sometimes partly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,2,1 ], "to drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,2,2 ], "to cause (a boat) to sink or fill with water or (of a boat) to sink or fill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,2,2 ], "with water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,2,3 ], "to overburden or overwhelm or be overburdened or overwhelmed, as by excess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,2,3 ], "work or great numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,2,4 ], "to sink or stick or cause to sink or stick in or as if in a swamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamp",1,3,1 ], "to render helpless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamper",1,1,1,1 ], "a bullock driver""s assistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamper",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who lives or works in a swampy region, esp| in the southern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamper",1,1,1,2 ], "a person getting a lift in return for a small service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamper",1,1,1,2 ], "a person who clears a swamp of trees and undergrowth or who clears a path in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swamper",1,1,1,2 ], "forest for transporting logs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swampland",1,1,1 ], "a permanently waterlogged area; marshland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan dive",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for swallow dive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan maiden",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of maidens in folklore who by magic are transformed into swans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan neck",1,1,1 ], "a tube, rail, etc|, curved like a swan""s neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan song",1,1,1 ], "retirement or death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swan song",1,1,1 ], "the last act, appearance, publication, or utterance of a person before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan song",1,1,2 ], "the song that a dying swan is said to sing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"a poet",1). c_DEF([ "swan" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"the Swan of Avon",1). c_DEF([ "swan" ,1, 1, 1],"Informal",1). c_DEF([ "swan" ,1, 1, 1],"and usually a white plumage: family Anatidae, order Anseriformes",2). c_DEF([ "swan" ,1, 1, 1],"any large aquatic bird of the genera Cygnus and Coscoroba, having a long neck",1). c_DEF([ "swan" ,1, 1, 2],"(Shakespeare)",1). c_DEF([ "swan" ,1, 1, 2],"to wander idly",1). c_DEF([ "swan""s-down",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swan""s-down",1,1,1 ], "the fine soft down feathers of a swan, used to trim powder puffs, clothes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan""s-down",1,1,2 ], "a thick soft fabric of wool with silk, cotton, or rayon, used for infants""" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan""s-down",1,1,2 ], "clothing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swan""s-down",1,1,3 ], "a cotton fabric with a heavy nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan-upping",1,1,1 ], "ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swan-upping",1,1,1 ], "the practice or action of marking nicks in swans"" beaks as a sign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swan-upping",1,1,2 ], "the annual swan-upping of royal cygnets on the River Thames" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swanherd",1,1,1 ], "a person who herds swans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swank",1,1,1 ], "to show off or swagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swank",1,2,1 ], "a swaggering or conceited person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swank",1,2,2 ], "elegance or style, esp| of a showy kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swank",1,2,3 ], "swagger; ostentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swank",1,3,1 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for swanky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swanky",1,1,1 ], "swankier, swankiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swanky",1,1,2 ], "expensive and showy; stylish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swanky",1,1,3 ], "boastful or conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swannery",1,1,1 ], "a place where swans are kept and bred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swanskin",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a swan with the feathers attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swanskin",1,1,2 ], "a fine twill-weave flannel fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swap",1,1,1 ], "to trade or exchange (something or someone) for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swap",1,2,1 ], "an exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swap",1,2,2 ], "something that is exchanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swaraj",1,1,1 ], "(in British India) self-government independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sward",1,1,1 ], "turf or grass or a stretch of turf or grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sward",1,2,1 ], "to cover or become covered with grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarf",1,1,1 ], "gramophone records" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swarf",1,1,1 ], "material removed by cutting tools in the machining of metals or cutting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm cell",1,1,1 ], "another name for zoospore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,1,1 ], "a group of social insects, esp| bees led by a queen, that has left the parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,1,1 ], "hive in order to start a new colony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,1,2 ], "a large mass of small animals, esp| insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,1,3 ], "a throng or mass, esp| when moving or in turmoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,2,1 ], "(of small animals, esp| bees) to move in or form a swarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,3,1 ], "to congregate, move about or proceed in large numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by with) to overrun or be overrun (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",1,4,1 ], "to cause to swarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",2,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by up) to climb (a ladder, etc|) by gripping with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarm",2,1,1 ], "the hands and feet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swart",1,1,1 ], "swarthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarthy",1,1,1 ], "swarthier, swarthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swarthy",1,1,2 ], "dark-hued or dark-complexioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash letter",1,1,1 ], "a decorative letter, esp| an ornamental italic capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of water or things in water) to wash or move with noisy splashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,2,1 ], "to dash (a liquid, esp| water) against or upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,3,1 ], "to swagger or bluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,4,1 ], "the dashing movement or sound of water, such as that of waves on a beach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,4,2 ], "any other swashing movement or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,4,3 ], "a sandbar washed by the waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,4,4 ], "a channel of moving water cutting through or running behind a sandbank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,4,4,1 ], "swagger or bluster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swash",1,4,4,2 ], "a swashbuckler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swashbuckler",1,1,1 ], "a swaggering or daredevil adventurer or bully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swashbuckling",1,1,1 ], "of or characteristic of a swashbuckler, esp| in being daredevil, swaggering," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swashbuckling",1,1,1 ], "or bullying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swashbuckling",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of films in period costume) full of adventure and excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swastika",1,1,1 ], "a primitive religious symbol or ornament in the shape of a Greek cross," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swastika",1,1,1 ], "anticlockwise direction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "swastika",1,1,1 ], "usually having the ends of the arms bent at right angles in either a clockwise or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swastika",1,1,2 ], "Nazi Germany" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swastika",1,1,2 ], "this symbol with clockwise arms, officially adopted in 1935 as the emblem of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swat",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to strike or hit sharply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swat",1,2,1 ], "another word (esp| Brit|) for swatter ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swat",1,2,2 ], "a sharp or violent blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swatch",1,1,1 ], "a sample of cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swatch",1,1,2 ], "a number of such samples, usually fastened together in book form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swath",1,1,1 ], "the width of one sweep of a scythe or of the blade of a mowing machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swath",1,1,2 ], "the strip cut by either of these in one course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swath",1,1,3 ], "mowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swath",1,1,3 ], "the quantity of cut grass, hay, or similar crop left in one course of such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swath",1,1,4 ], "a long narrow strip or belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swathe",1,1,1 ], "to bandage (a wound, limb, etc|), esp| completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swathe",1,1,2 ], "swaddle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swathe",1,1,2 ], "to wrap a band, garment, etc|, around, esp| so as to cover completely;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swathe",1,1,3 ], "to envelop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swathe",1,2,1 ], "a bandage or wrapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swathe",1,2,2 ], "a variant spelling of swath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swats",1,1,1 ], "dialect| newly brewed ale or beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swatter",1,1,1 ], "a device for killing insects, esp| a meshed flat attached to a handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swatter",1,1,2 ], "a person who swats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,1,1 ], "to swing or cause to swing to and fro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,1,2 ], "directions in turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,1,2 ], "to lean or incline or cause to lean or incline to one side or in different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,1,3 ], "to vacillate or cause to vacillate between two or more opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,1,4 ], "purpose or opinion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,1,4 ], "to be influenced or swerve or influence or cause to swerve to or from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,2,1 ], "to hoist (a yard, mast, or other spar)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,2,2 ], "to rule or wield power (over)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,3,1 ], "to wield (a weapon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,4,1 ], "control; power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,4,2 ], "a swinging or leaning movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,4,3 ], "dominion; governing authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway",1,4,4 ], "hold sway| to be master; reign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sway-back",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal sagging or concavity of the spine in horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear in",1,1,1 ], "to administer an oath to (a person) on his assuming office, entering the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear in",1,1,1 ], "witness box to give evidence, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swear off",1,1,1 ], "to promise to abstain from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear out",1,1,1 ], "oath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swear out",1,1,1 ], "to secure the issue of (a warrant for an arrest) by making a charge under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,1,1 ], "to declare or affirm (a statement) as true, esp| by invoking a deity, etc|, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,1,1 ], "witness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by by)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,1,2,1 ], "to invoke (a deity, etc|) by name as a witness or guarantee to an oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,1,2,2 ], "to trust implicitly; have complete confidence (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,2,1 ], "to curse, blaspheme, or use swearwords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to promise solemnly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,2,2 ], "on oath; vow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,3,1 ], "to assert or affirm with great emphasis or earnestness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,4,1 ], "to give evidence or make any statement or solemn declaration on oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,4,2 ], "declaration)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,4,2 ], "to take an oath in order to add force or solemnity to (a statement or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swear",1,5,1 ], "a period of swearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swearword",1,1,1 ], "a socially taboo word or phrase of a profane, obscene, or insulting character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat gland",1,1,1 ], "any of the coiled tubular subcutaneous glands that secrete sweat by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat gland",1,1,1 ], "duct that opens on to the surface of the skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweat off",1,1,1 ], "to get rid of (weight) by strenuous exercise or sweating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat out",1,1,1 ], "sweating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweat out",1,1,1 ], "to cure or lessen the effects of (a cold, respiratory infection, etc|) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat out",1,1,2 ], "to endure (hardships) for a time (often in the phrase sweat it out)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat out",1,1,3 ], "sweat one""s guts out| Informal| to work extremely hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat shirt",1,1,1 ], "a long-sleeved knitted cotton sweater worn by athletes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat suit",1,1,1 ], "a suit worn by athletes for training comprising knitted cotton trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweat suit",1,1,1 ], "fitting closely at the ankle and a light cotton sweater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 1],"strenuous activity, from excessive heat, etc|; perspiration",2). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 1],"the secretion from the sweat glands, esp| when profuse and visible, as during",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 2],"the act or process of secreting this fluid",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 3],"the act of inducing the exudation of moisture",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 4],"drops of moisture given forth or gathered on the surface of something",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 5],"a state or condition of worry or eagerness (esp| in the phrase in a sweat)",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 6],"drudgery or hard labour",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 7],"an exercise gallop given to a horse, esp| on the day of a race",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 1, 8],"no sweatSlang, chiefly U|S| easily accomplished",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 10],"(tr|) to heat (a partially fused metal) to extract an easily fusible",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 10],"constituent",2). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 11],"illegal use",2). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 11],"to shake together (coins, esp| gold coins) so as to remove particles for",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 12],"to suffer anxiety, impatience, or distress",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 13],"to overwork or be overworked",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 14],"(tr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 15],"to employ at very low wages and under bad conditions",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 17],"to extort, esp| by torture",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 18],"(intr|) Informal",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 19],"to suffer punishment",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 1],"to secrete (sweat) through the pores of the skin, esp| profusely; perspire",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 20, 1],"to work very hard",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 20, 2],"to be filled with anxiety or impatience",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 20],"sweat blood| Slang",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 2],"(tr|) to make wet or stain with perspiration",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 3],"to give forth or cause to give forth (moisture) in droplets",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|) to collect and condense moisture on an outer surface",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 5],"(intr|) (of a liquid) to pass through a porous surface in droplets",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 6],"(of tobacco leaves, cut and dried hay, etc|) to exude moisture and, sometimes,",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 6],"begin to ferment or to cause (tobacco leaves, etc|) to exude moisture",2). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 7],"(tr|) to heat (food, esp| vegetables) slowly in butter in a tightly closed",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 7],"saucepan",2). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 8],"(tr|) to join (pieces of metal) by pressing together and heating",1). c_DEF([ "sweat" ,1, 2, 9],"(tr|) to heat (solder) until it melts",1). c_DEF([ "sweatband",1,1,1 ], "a band of material set in a hat or cap to protect it from sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweatband",1,1,2 ], "a piece of cloth tied around the forehead to keep sweat out of the eyes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweatband",1,1,2 ], "around the wrist to keep the hands dry, as in sports" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweatbox",1,1,1 ], "a device for causing tobacco leaves, fruit, or hides to sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweatbox",1,1,2 ], "a very small pen or cubicle where a pig is fattened intensively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweatbox",1,1,3 ], "a narrow room or cell for a prisoner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweatbox",1,1,4 ], "any place where a person sweats on account of confinement, heat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweated",1,1,1 ], "made by exploited labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweated",1,1,2 ], "(of workers, etc|) forced to work in poor conditions for low pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweater girl",1,1,1 ], "a young woman or girl with large breasts who wears tight sweaters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweater",1,1,1,1 ], "a garment made of knitted or crocheted material covering the upper part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweater",1,1,1,1 ], "body, esp| a heavy one worn for warmth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweater",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweater",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that sweats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweater",1,1,3 ], "an employer who overworks and underpays his employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweating sickness",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for miliary fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweating sickness",1,1,2 ], "an acute infectious febrile disease that was widespread in Europe during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweating sickness",1,1,2 ], "late 15th century, characterized by profuse sweating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweating sickness",1,1,3 ], "a disease of cattle, esp| calves, prevalent in southern Africa and transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweating sickness",1,1,3 ], "by ticks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweatshop",1,1,1 ], "a workshop where employees work long hours under bad conditions for low wages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweaty",1,1,1 ], "sweatier, sweatiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweaty",1,1,2 ], "covered with perspiration; sweating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweaty",1,1,3 ], "smelling of or like sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweaty",1,1,4 ], "causing sweat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swede",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian cruciferous plant, Brassica napobrassica, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swede",1,1,1 ], "bulbous edible root, which is used as a vegetable and as cattle fodder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swede",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swede",1,1,3 ], "U|S| name: rutabaga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeny",1,1,1 ], "a wasting of the shoulder muscles of a horse, esp| as the result of a nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeny",1,1,1 ], "injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweep hand",1,1,1 ], "a long hand that registers seconds or fractions of seconds on the perimeter of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep hand",1,1,1 ], "the dial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,1,1 ], "to clean or clear (a space, chimney, etc|) with a brush, broom, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to remove or collect (dirt, rubbish, etc|) with a brush," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,1,2 ], "broom, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,1,3 ], "to move in a smooth or continuous manner, esp| quickly or forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,1,4 ], "to move in a proud or dignified fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,1 ], "the act or an instance of sweeping; removal by or as if by a brush or broom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,10 ], "a curving driveway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,11 ], "another name for swipe ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,12 ], "clean sweep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,12,1 ], "an overwhelming victory or success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,12,2 ], "a complete change; purge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,2 ], "a swift or steady movement, esp| in an arc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,3 ], "the distance, arc, etc|, through which something, such as a pendulum, moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,4 ], "a wide expanse or scope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,5 ], "any curving line or contour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,5,1 ], "the winning of every trick in a hand of whist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,5,2 ], "the taking, by pairing, of all exposed cards in cassino" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,6 ], "short for sweepstake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,7 ], "a shot in which the ball is hit more or less square on the leg side from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,7 ], "half-kneeling position with the bat held nearly horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,7,1 ], "a long oar used on an open boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,7,2 ], "Austral| a person steering a surf boat with such an oar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,8 ], "any of the sails of a windmill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,9 ], "a steady horizontal or circular movement of an electron beam across or around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,9 ], "the fluorescent screen of a cathode-ray tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,9,1 ], "a rakelike attachment for the front of a motor vehicle for pushing hay into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,9,1 ], "piles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,9,2 ], "a triangular blade on a cultivator used to cut through roots below the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,10,9,2 ], "of the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,2,1 ], "to spread or pass rapidly across, through, or along (a region, area, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,3,1 ], "to direct (the gaze, line of fire, etc|) over; survey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,4,1 ], "to overwhelm emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,5,1 ], "to brush or lightly touch (a surface, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,6,1 ], "to convey, clear, or abolish, esp| with strong or continuous movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,7,1 ], "to extend gracefully or majestically, esp| in a wide circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,7,2 ], "to search (a body of water) for mines, etc|, by dragging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,8,1 ], "to win overwhelmingly, esp| in an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,8,2 ], "to play (a ball) with a sweep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,9,1 ], "to propel (a boat) with sweeps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,9,2 ], "sweep the board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,9,2,1 ], "(in gambling) to win all the cards or money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,9,2,2 ], "to achieve a triumphant success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,9,3 ], "sweep under the carpet| to conceal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweep",1,9,4 ], "(something, esp| a problem) in the hope that it will be overlooked by others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweepback",1,1,1 ], "fin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweepback",1,1,1 ], "the rearward inclination of a component or surface, such as an aircraft wing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeper",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to sweep, such as a roadsweeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeper",1,1,2 ], "any device for sweeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeper",1,1,3 ], "a player who supports the main defenders, as by intercepting loose balls, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeping",1,1,1 ], "comprehensive and wide-ranging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeping",1,1,2 ], "indiscriminate or without reservations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeping",1,1,3 ], "decisive or overwhelming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeping",1,1,4 ], "taking in a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeping",1,1,5 ], "driving steadily onwards, esp| over a large area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweepings",1,1,1 ], "debris, litter, or refuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweepstake",1,1,1,1 ], "a lottery in which the stakes of the participants constitute the prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweepstake",1,1,1,2 ], "the prize itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweepstake",1,1,2 ], "any event involving a lottery, esp| a horse race in which the prize is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweepstake",1,1,2 ], "competitors"" stakes|Often shortened to sweep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet alyssum",1,1,1 ], "a Mediterranean cruciferous plant, Lobularia maritima, having clusters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet alyssum",1,1,1 ], "small fragrant white or violet flowers: widely grown in gardens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet bay",1,1,1 ], "a small tree, Magnolia virginiana, of SE North America, having large fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet bay",1,1,1 ], "white flowers: family Magnoliaceae (magnolias)| Sometimes shortened to bay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet bay",1,1,2 ], "another name for bay ,4,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cherry",1,1,1 ], "Africa, cultivated for its edible bright or dark red sweet spherical fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cherry",1,1,1 ], "a white-flowered rosaceous tree, Prunus avium, of Europe, W Asia, and N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cherry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cicely",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic umbelliferous European plant, Myrrhis odorata, having compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cicely",1,1,1 ], "leaves and clusters of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cicely",1,1,2 ], "aniseed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cicely",1,1,2 ], "the leaves of this plant, formerly used in cookery for their flavour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cicely",1,1,3 ], "America, having aromatic roots and clusters of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cicely",1,1,3 ], "any of various plants of the umbelliferous genus Osmorhiza, of Asia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cider",1,1,1 ], "cider having a high sugar content" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet cider",1,1,2 ], "unfermented apple juice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet clover",1,1,1 ], "another name for melilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet corn",1,1,1 ], "a variety of maize, Zea mays saccharata, whose kernels are rich in sugar and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet corn",1,1,1 ], "eaten as a vegetable when young" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet corn",1,1,2 ], "as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet corn",1,1,2 ], "the unripe ears of maize, esp| the sweet kernels removed from the cob, cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet fern",1,1,1 ], "a North American shrub, Comptonia (or Myrica)asplenifolia, having scented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet fern",1,1,1 ], "fernlike leaves and heads of brownish flowers: family Myricaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet flag",1,1,1 ], "an aroid marsh plant, Acorus calamus, having swordlike leaves, small greenish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet flag",1,1,1 ], "flowers, and aromatic roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet gale",1,1,1 ], "a shrub, Myrica gale, of northern swamp regions, having yellow catkin-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet gale",1,1,1 ], "flowers and aromatic leaves: family Myricaceae| Often shortened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet gale",1,1,1 ], "to gale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sweet gum",1,1,1 ], "a North American liquidambar tree, Liquidambar styraciflua, having prickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet gum",1,1,1 ], "spherical fruit clusters and fragrant sap: the wood is used to make furniture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet gum",1,1,2 ], "the wood or sap of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet marjoram",1,1,1 ], "another name for marjoram ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet oil",1,1,1 ], "another name for olive oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet pea",1,1,1 ], "a climbing papilionaceous plant, Lathyrus odoratus, of S Europe, widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet pea",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its butterfly-shaped fragrant flowers of delicate pastel colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet pepper",1,1,1 ], "a pepper plant, Capsicum frutescens grossum, with large bell-shaped fruits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet pepper",1,1,1 ], "that are eaten unripe (green pepper) or ripe (red pepper)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet pepper",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet potato",1,1,1 ], "a convolvulaceous twining plant, Ipomoea batatas, of tropical America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet potato",1,1,1 ], "cultivated in the tropics for its edible fleshy yellow root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet potato",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet shop",1,1,1 ], "a shop solely or largely selling sweets, esp| boiled sweets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet tooth",1,1,1 ], "a strong liking for sweet foods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet william",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated Eurasian caryophyllaceous plant, Dianthus barbatus, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet william",1,1,1 ], "flat clusters of white, pink, red, or purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet woodruff",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian and North African rubiaceous plant, Galium odoratum (or Asperula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet woodruff",1,1,1 ], "odorata), having whorls of leaves and clusters of fragrant white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,1 ], "having or denoting a pleasant taste like that of sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,10 ], "sentimental or unrealistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,11 ], "and little improvisation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,11 ], "performed with a regular beat, with the emphasis on clearly outlined melody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,12 ], "satisfactory or in order; all right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,13 ], "respected; dear (used in polite forms of address)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,14 ], "effortlessly done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,15 ], "sweet on| fond of or infatuated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,16 ], "at one""s own sweet will| as it suits oneself alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,17 ], "keep sweet| to ingratiate oneself in order to ensure cooperation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,2 ], "agreeable to the senses or the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,3 ], "having pleasant manners; gentle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,4 ], "(of wine, etc|) having a relatively high sugar content; not dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,5 ], "(of foods) not decaying or rancid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,6 ], "not salty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,7 ], "free from unpleasant odours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,8 ], "containing no corrosive substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,1,9 ], "(of petrol) containing no sulphur compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,2,1 ], "in a sweet manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,3,1 ], "a sweet taste or smell; sweetness in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,3,2 ], "any of numerous kinds of confectionery consisting wholly or partly of sugar," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,3,2 ], "esp| of sugar boiled and crystallized (boiled sweets)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,3,3 ], "a pudding, fruit, or any sweet dish served as a dessert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,3,4 ], "dear; sweetheart (used as a form of address)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,3,5 ], "anything that is sweet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet",1,3,6 ], "a pleasurable experience, state, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet-and-sour",1,1,1 ], "(of food) cooked in a sauce made from sugar and vinegar and other ingredients" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweet-talk" ,1, 1, 1],"to coax, flatter, or cajole (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "sweetbread",1,1,1 ], "sweetbread) of an animal, used for food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweetbread",1,1,1 ], "the pancreas (stomach sweetbread) or the thymus gland (neck or throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetbrier",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian rose, Rosa rubiginosa, having a tall bristly stem, fragrant leaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetbrier",1,1,1 ], "and single pink flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweeten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become sweet or sweeter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeten",1,1,2 ], "to mollify or soften (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeten",1,1,3 ], "to make more agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeten",1,1,4 ], "the like" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweeten",1,1,4 ], "to free or be freed from unpleasant odours, acidic or corrosive substances, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeten",1,1,5 ], "to raise the value of (loan collateral) by adding more securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeten",1,1,6 ], "to enlarge (the pot) by adding chips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetener",1,1,1 ], "a sweetening agent, esp| one that does not contain sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetener",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for bribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetening",1,1,1 ], "something that sweetens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetheart agreement",1,1,1 ], "an industrial agreement negotiated directly between employers and employees," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetheart agreement",1,1,1 ], "without resort to arbitration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweetheart",1,1,1 ], "a person loved by another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetheart",1,1,2 ], "a lovable, generous, or obliging person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetheart",1,1,3 ], "a term of endearment for a beloved or lovable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetie",1,1,1 ], "sweetheart; darling: used as a term of endearment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetie",1,1,2 ], "a child""s word for sweet ,1,20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetie",1,1,3 ], "an endearing person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetiewife",1,1,1 ], "a garrulous woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetiewife",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a woman who sells sweets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeting",1,1,1 ], "a variety of sweet apple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweeting",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetman",1,1,1 ], "(in the Caribbean) a man kept by a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetmeal",1,1,1 ], "(of biscuits) sweet and wholemeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetmeat",1,1,1 ], "a sweetened delicacy, such as a preserve, sweet, or, formerly, a cake or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetmeat",1,1,1 ], "pastry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweetsop",1,1,1 ], "a small West Indian tree, Annona squamosa, having yellowish green fruit:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweetsop",1,1,1 ], "family Annonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweetsop",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, which has a sweet edible pulp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,1,1 ], "to grow or cause to grow in size, esp| as a result of internal pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,1,2 ], "level; protrude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,1,2 ], "to expand or cause to expand at a particular point or above the surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,1,3 ], "to grow or cause to grow in size, amount, intensity, or degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,1,4 ], "to puff or be puffed up with pride or another emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,2,1 ], "(of seas or lakes) to rise in waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,3,1 ], "to well up or overflow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,4,1 ], "to make (a musical phrase) increase gradually in volume and then diminish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,1,1 ], "the undulating movement of the surface of the open sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,1,2 ], "a succession of waves or a single large wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,2 ], "a swelling or being swollen; expansion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,3 ], "an increase in quantity or degree; inflation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,4 ], "a bulge; protuberance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,5 ], "a gentle hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,6 ], "a person very fashionably dressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,7 ], "a man of high social or political standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,8 ], "a crescendo followed by an immediate diminuendo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,8,1 ], "a set of pipes on an organ housed in a box (swell box) fitted with a shutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,8,1 ], "operated by a pedal, which can be opened or closed to control the volume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,5,8,2 ], "the manual on an organ controlling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,6,1 ], "stylish or grand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swell",1,6,2 ], "excellent; first-class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelled head",1,1,1 ], "an inflated view of one""s own worth, often caused by sudden success" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swellfish",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for puffer ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelling",1,1,1 ], "the act of expansion or inflation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelling",1,1,2 ], "the state of being or becoming swollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelling",1,1,3 ], "a swollen or inflated part or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelling",1,1,4 ], "an abnormal enlargement of a bodily structure or part, esp| as the result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelling",1,1,4 ], "injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swelter",1,1,1 ], "to suffer under oppressive heat, esp| to perspire and feel faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelter",1,2,1 ], "to exude (venom)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelter",1,3,1 ], "to cause to suffer under oppressive heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelter",1,4,1 ], "a sweltering condition (esp| in the phrase in a swelter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swelter",1,4,2 ], "oppressive humid heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweltering",1,1,1 ], "oppressively hot and humid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swept",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of sweep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweptback",1,1,1 ], "(of an aircraft wing) having leading edge and trailing edges inclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweptback",1,1,1 ], "backwards towards the rear of the fuselage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sweptwing",1,1,1 ], "(of an aircraft, winged missile, etc|) having wings swept backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swerve",1,1,1 ], "to turn or cause to turn aside, usually sharply or suddenly, from a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swerve",1,2,1 ], "the act, instance, or degree of swerving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sweven",1,1,1 ], "a vision or dream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift fox",1,1,1 ], "a small fox, Vulpes velox, of the plains of W North America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,1,1 ], "moving or able to move quickly; fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,1,2 ], "occurring or performed quickly or suddenly; instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,2,1 ], "prompt to act or respond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,3,1,1 ], "swiftly or quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,3,1,2 ], "swift-moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,1 ], "Old World: order Apodiformes|They have long narrow wings and spend most of the time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,1 ], "any bird of the families Apodidae and Hemiprocnidae, such as Apus apus of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,1 ], "on the wing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,2 ], "a variety of domestic fancy pigeon originating in Egypt and Syria and having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,2 ], "somewhat similar appearance to a swift" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,3 ], "any of certain North American lizards of the genera Sceloporus and Uta that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,3 ], "can run very rapidly: family Iguanidae (iguanas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,4 ], "the main cylinder in a carding machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swift",1,4,5 ], "an expanding reel used to hold skeins of silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swifter",1,1,1 ], "a line run around the ends of capstan bars to prevent their falling out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swifter",1,1,1 ], "their sockets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swiftie",1,1,1 ], "a trick, ruse, or deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swiftlet",1,1,1 ], "any of various small swifts of the Asian genus Collocalia that often live in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swiftlet",1,1,1 ], "caves and use echolocation: the nests, which are made of hardened saliva, are used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swiftlet",1,1,1 ], "oriental cookery to make birds"" nest soup" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "swig" ,1, 1, 1],"a large swallow or deep drink, esp| from a bottle",1). c_DEF([ "swig" ,1, 2, 1],"to drink (some liquid) deeply, esp| from a bottle",1). c_DEF([ "swill",1,1,1 ], "to drink large quantities of (liquid, esp| alcoholic drink); guzzle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swill",1,2,1 ], "to drench or rinse in large amounts of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swill",1,3,1 ], "to feed swill to (pigs, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swill",1,4,1 ], "wet feed, esp| for pigs, consisting of kitchen waste, skim milk, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swill",1,4,2 ], "garbage or refuse, esp| from a kitchen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swill",1,4,3 ], "a deep draught of drink, esp| beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swill",1,4,4 ], "any liquid mess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swill",1,4,5 ], "the act of swilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim bladder",1,1,1 ], "another name for air bladder ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,1,1 ], "the body, esp| the arms and legs, or (in the case of fish) tail and fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,1,1 ], "to move along in water, etc|, by means of movements of the body or parts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,10,1 ], "to cause to float or swim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,11,1 ], "to provide (something) with water deep enough to float in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,11,2 ], "swim with the stream or tide| to conform to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,11,3 ], "(or resist) prevailing opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,12,1 ], "the act, an instance, or period of swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,12,2 ], "any graceful gliding motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,12,3 ], "a condition of dizziness; swoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,12,4 ], "a pool in a river good for fishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,12,5 ], "activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,12,5 ], "in the swim| Informal| fashionable or active in social or political" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,2,1 ], "to cover (a distance or stretch of water) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,3,1 ], "to compete in (a race) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,4,1 ], "to be supported by and on a liquid; float" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,5,1 ], "to use (a particular stroke) in swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,6,1 ], "to move smoothly, usually through air or over a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,7,1 ], "to reel or seem to reel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,8,1 ], "to be covered or flooded with water or other liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swim",1,9,1 ], "to be liberally supplied (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swimmeret",1,1,1 ], "any of the small paired appendages on the abdomen of crustaceans, used chiefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swimmeret",1,1,1 ], "in locomotion and reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swimming bath",1,1,1 ], "an indoor swimming pool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swimming costume",1,1,1 ], "any apparel worn for swimming or sunbathing, such as a woman""s one-piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swimming costume",1,1,1 ], "garment covering most of the torso but not the limbs| Usual U|S| term: bathing suit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swimming pool",1,1,1 ], "an artificial pool for swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swimmingly",1,1,1 ], "successfully, effortlessly, or well (esp| in the phrase go swimmingly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swimsuit",1,1,1 ], "a woman""s one-piece swimming garment that leaves the arms and legs bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swindle sheet",1,1,1 ], "a slang term for expense account" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swindle",1,1,1 ], "to cheat (someone) of money, etc|; defraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swindle",1,2,1 ], "to obtain (money, etc|) by fraud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swindle",1,3,1 ], "a fraudulent scheme or transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swine fever",1,1,1 ], "an infectious viral disease of pigs, characterized by fever, refusal to eat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swine fever",1,1,1 ], "weight loss, and diarrhoea| U|S| term: hog cholera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swine vesicular disease",1,1,1 ], "a viral disease of swine characterized by vesicular lesions on the feet, legs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swine vesicular disease",1,1,1 ], "snout, and tongue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swine",1,1,1 ], "a coarse or contemptible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swine",1,1,2 ], "another name for a pig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swineherd",1,1,1 ], "a person who looks after pigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swinepox",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious viral disease of pigs characterized by skin eruptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swinepox",1,1,2 ], "a form of chickenpox in which the skin eruptions are not pitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing bridge",1,1,1 ], "a low bridge that can be rotated about a vertical axis to permit the passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing bridge",1,1,1 ], "of ships, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing door",1,1,1 ], "a door pivoted or hung on double-sided hinges so that it can open either way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing shift",1,1,1 ], "midnight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing shift",1,1,1 ], "the evening work shift, usually from the middle of the afternoon until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing shift",1,1,2 ], "the employees working such a shift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,1,1 ], "sway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move rhythmically to and fro, as a free-hanging object;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,1 ], "the act or manner of swinging or the distance covered while swinging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,10 ], "a fluctuation, as in some business activity, voting pattern etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,11 ], "free scope; freedom of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,12 ], "a circular tour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,13 ], "in full swing| operating with full vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,2 ], "a sweeping stroke or blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,3 ], "a wide punch from the side similar to but longer than a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,4 ], "the lateral movement of a bowled ball through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,5 ], "any free swaying motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,6 ], "any curving movement; sweep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,7 ], "sit and swing back and forth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,7 ], "something that swings or is swung, esp| a suspended seat on which a person may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,7,1 ], "a kind of popular dance music influenced by jazz, usually played by big bands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,7,1 ], "and originating in the 1930s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,8 ], "a steady distinct rhythm or cadence in prose or verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,10,9 ], "the normal round or pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,2,1 ], "to move, walk, etc|, with a relaxed and swaying motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,2,2 ], "to pivot or cause to pivot, as on a hinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,2,3 ], "to move or cause to move in a curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,2,4 ], "to move or cause to move by suspending or being suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,2,5 ], "to hang or be hung so as to be able to turn freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,3,1 ], "to be hanged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,3,2 ], "to alter or cause to alter habits, a course, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,4,1 ], "to influence or manipulate successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,5,1 ], "to raise or hoist, esp| in a sweeping motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,6,1 ], "to hit out or strike (at), esp| with a sweeping motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,7,1 ], "to wave (a weapon, etc|) in a sweeping motion; flourish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,7,2 ], "quality associated with jazz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,7,2 ], "to arrange or play (music) with the rhythmically flexible and compulsive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,8,1 ], "(of popular music, esp| jazz, or of the musicians who play it) to have this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,8,1 ], "quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,8,2 ], "to be lively and modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,9,1 ], "to bowl (a ball) with swing or (of a ball) to move with a swing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,9,2 ], "to turn (a ship or aircraft) in order to test compass error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing",1,9,3 ], "swing the lead| to malinger or make up excuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing-wing",1,1,1 ], "back close to the fuselage when flying at high speed and are brought forward for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swing-wing",1,1,1 ], "landing and takeoff" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "swing-wing",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to an aircraft equipped with wings that are automatically swept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing-wing",1,2,1,1 ], "an aircraft fitted with such wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swing-wing",1,2,1,2 ], "either of the two wings of such an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingboat",1,1,1 ], "a piece of fairground equipment consisting of a boat-shaped carriage for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingboat",1,1,1 ], "swinging in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swinge",1,1,1 ], "Archaic| to beat, flog, or punish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingeing",1,1,1 ], "punishing; severe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swinger",1,1,1 ], "a person regarded as being modern and lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swinging voter",1,1,1 ], "a person who does not vote consistently for any single political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingle",1,1,1 ], "a flat-bladed wooden instrument used for beating and scraping flax or hemp to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingle",1,1,1 ], "remove coarse matter from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swingle",1,2,1 ], "to use a swingle on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingletree",1,1,1 ], "another name for whiffletree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingometer",1,1,1 ], "a device used in television broadcasting during a general election to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swingometer",1,1,1 ], "the swing of votes from one political party to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swink",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swink",1,2,1 ], "to toil or drudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swink",1,3,1 ], "toil or drudgery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swipe",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by at) to hit hard with a sweeping blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swipe",1,2,1 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swipe",1,3,1 ], "a hard blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swipe",1,3,2 ], "a type of lever for raising and lowering a weight, such as a bucket in a well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swipes",1,1,1 ], "beer, esp| when poor or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swipple",1,1,1 ], "the part of a flail that strikes the grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swirl",1,1,1 ], "to turn or cause to turn in a twisting spinning fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swirl",1,2,1 ], "to be dizzy; swim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swirl",1,3,1 ], "a whirling or spinning motion, esp| in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swirl",1,3,2 ], "a whorl; curl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swirl",1,3,3 ], "the act of swirling or stirring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swirl",1,3,4 ], "dizzy confusion or disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,1,1 ], "sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,1,1 ], "to move with or make or cause to move with or make a whistling or hissing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of fabrics) to rustle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,3,1 ], "to whip; flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,4,1 ], "to cut with a swishing blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,5,1 ], "a hissing or rustling sound or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,5,2 ], "a rod for flogging or a blow from such a rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,5,3 ], "an effeminate male homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,5,4 ], "a W African building material composed of mortar and mud or laterite, or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,5,4 ], "recently of cement and earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,6,1 ], "fashionable; smart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swish",1,6,2 ], "effeminate and homosexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swiss muslin",1,1,1 ], "a fine muslin dress fabric, usually having a raised or woven pattern of dolls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swiss muslin",1,1,1 ], "or figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swiss roll",1,1,1 ], "a sponge cake spread with jam, cream, or some other filling, and rolled up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch off",1,1,1 ], "lever; turn off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switch off",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a device) to stop operating by or as if by moving a switch, knob, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch off",1,1,2 ], "to cease to interest or be interested; make or become bored, alienated, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch on",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a device) to operate by or as if by moving a switch, knob, or lever;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch on",1,1,1 ], "turn on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switch on",1,2,1 ], "to produce (charm, tears, etc|) suddenly or automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch on",1,3,1 ], "(now slightly dated) to make up-to-date, esp| regarding outlook, dress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch on",1,4,1 ], "to arouse emotionally or sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch on",1,5,1 ], "to take or become intoxicated by drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch on",1,6,1 ], "to introduce (someone) to drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch yard",1,1,1 ], "an area in a railway system where rolling stock is shunted, as in forming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch yard",1,1,1 ], "trains" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical, electrical, or electronic device for opening or closing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,1 ], "circuit or for diverting a current from one part of a circuit to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,10 ], "a railway point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,2 ], "a swift and usually sudden shift or change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,3 ], "an exchange or swap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,4 ], "a flexible rod or twig, used esp| for punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,5 ], "the sharp movement or blow of such an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,6 ], "a tress of false hair used to give added length or bulk to a woman""s own hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,6 ], "style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,7 ], "the tassel-like tip of the tail of cattle and certain other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,8 ], "any of various card games in which the suit is changed during play" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,1,9 ], "a railway siding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,2,1 ], "to shift, change, turn aside, or change the direction of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,2,2 ], "to exchange (places); replace (something by something else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,2,3 ], "to transfer or be transferred from one railway track to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,3,1 ], "by operating a switch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,3,1 ], "to cause (an electric current) to start or stop flowing or to change its path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,3,2 ], "to swing or cause to swing, esp| back and forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switch",1,4,1 ], "to lash or whip with or as if with a switch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchback",1,1,1 ], "a steep mountain road, railway, or track with hairpin bends or a hairpin bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchback",1,1,1 ], "on such a road, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switchback",1,1,2 ], "another word (esp| Brit|) for roller coaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchblade",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for flick knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchboard",1,1,1 ], "an installation in a telephone exchange, office, hotel, etc|, at which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchboard",1,1,1 ], "interconnection of telephone lines is manually controlled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switchboard",1,1,2 ], "a similar installation of switches, terminals, etc|, by which certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchboard",1,1,2 ], "electrical equipment is operated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "switcheroo",1,1,1 ], "a surprising or unexpected change or variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchgirl",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman who operates a telephone switchboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "switchman",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for pointsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swither",1,1,1 ], "vb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swither",1,1,2 ], "to hesitate; be perplexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swither",1,2,1 ], "hesitation; perplexity; agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swive",1,1,1 ], "to have sexual intercourse with (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel chair",1,1,1 ], "a chair, the seat of which is joined to the legs by a swivel and which thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel chair",1,1,1 ], "may be spun round" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swivel pin",1,1,1 ], "another name for kingpin ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,1,1 ], "a coupling device which allows an attached object to turn freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,1,2 ], "link of a chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,1,2 ], "such a device made of two parts which turn independently, such as a compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,1,2,1 ], "a pivot on which is mounted a gun that may be swung from side to side in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,1,2,1 ], "horizontal plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,1,2,2 ], "swivel gun| the gun itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,2,1 ], "to turn or swing on or as if on a pivot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivel",1,2,2 ], "(tr|) to provide with, secure by, or support with a swivel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swivet",1,1,1 ], "a condition of nervous excitement or exasperation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swizzle stick",1,1,1 ], "a small rod used to agitate an effervescent drink to facilitate the escape of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swizzle stick",1,1,1 ], "carbon dioxide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swizzle",1,1,1 ], "an unshaken cocktail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swizzle",1,1,2 ], "a Caribbean drink of milk and rum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swizzle",1,1,3 ], "a swindle or disappointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swizzle",1,2,1 ], "to stir a swizzle stick in (a drink)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swob",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for swab" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swollen",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of swell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swollen",1,2,1 ], "tumid or enlarged by or as if by swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swollen",1,2,2 ], "turgid or bombastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swoon" ,1, 1, 1],"a literary word for ,faint",1). c_DEF([ "swoon" ,1, 1, 2],"to become ecstatic",1). c_DEF([ "swoon" ,1, 2, 1],"an instance of fainting|Also (archaic or dialect): swound",1). c_DEF([ "swoop",1,1,1 ], "to sweep or pounce suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swoop",1,2,1 ], "to seize or scoop suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swoop",1,3,1 ], "the act of swooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swoop",1,3,2 ], "a swift descent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swoosh",1,1,1 ], "pouring out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swoosh",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a rustling or swirling sound, esp| when moving or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swoosh",1,2,1 ], "a swirling or rustling sound or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swop",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of swap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword bayonet",1,1,1 ], "a bayonet with a swordlike blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword belt",1,1,1 ], "a belt with a sling or strap for a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword cane",1,1,1 ], "another name for swordstick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword dance",1,1,1 ], "a dance in which the performers dance nimbly over swords on the ground or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword dance",1,1,1 ], "brandish them in the air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sword fern",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous ferns having sword-shaped fronds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses and other plants having sword-shaped sharp leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword knot",1,1,1 ], "a loop on the hilt of a sword by which it was attached to the wrist, now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword knot",1,1,1 ], "purely decorative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sword lily",1,1,1 ], "another name for gladiolus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,1 ], "a thrusting, striking, or cutting weapon with a long blade having one or two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,1 ], "cutting edges, a hilt, and usually a crosspiece or guard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,2 ], "such a weapon worn on ceremonial occasions as a symbol of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a sword, such as the snout of a swordfish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,4 ], "cross swords| to argue or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,5 ], "the sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,5,1 ], "violence or power, esp| military power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sword",1,1,5,2 ], "death; destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordbearer",1,1,1 ], "an official who carries a ceremonial sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordbill",1,1,1 ], "a South American hummingbird, Ensifera ensifera, having a bill as long as its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordbill",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swordcraft",1,1,1 ], "the art of using a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordfish",1,1,1 ], "a food and game fish: family Xiphiidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swordfish",1,1,1 ], "a large scombroid fish, Xiphias gladius, with a very long upper jaw: valued as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordplay",1,1,1 ], "the action or art of fighting with a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordplay",1,1,2 ], "verbal sparring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordsman",1,1,1 ], "one who uses or is skilled in the use of a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordstick",1,1,1 ], "a hollow walking stick used as a sheath for a short sword or dagger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordtail",1,1,1 ], "any of several small freshwater cyprinodont fishes of the genus Xiphophorus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swordtail",1,1,1 ], "esp| X| helleri, of Central America, having a long swordlike tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swore",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of swear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sworn",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of swear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sworn",1,2,1 ], "bound, pledged, or made inveterate, by or as if by an oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swot",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to study (a subject) intensively, as for an examination;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swot",1,1,1 ], "cram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "swot",1,2,1 ], "a person who works or studies hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swot",1,2,2 ], "hard work or grind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swot",2,2,1 ], "a variant of swat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swound",1,2,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for swoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swounds",1,1,1 ], "less common spellings of zounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swum",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of swim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swung dash",1,1,1 ], "a mark, , used in text to indicate the omission of a word or part of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swung",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of swing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "swy",1,1,1 ], "another name for two-up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sybarite",1,1,1 ], "a devotee of luxury and the sensual vices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sybarite",1,2,1 ], "luxurious; sensuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sycamine",1,1,1 ], "Morus nigra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sycamine",1,1,1 ], "a mulberry tree mentioned in the Bible, thought to be the black mulberry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sycamore",1,1,1 ], "America, having five-lobed leaves, yellow flowers, and two-winged fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sycamore",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian maple tree, Acer pseudoplatanus, naturalized in Britain and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sycamore",1,1,2 ], "an American plane tree, Platanus occidentalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sycamore",1,1,3 ], "a moraceous tree, Ficus sycomorus, of N Africa and W Asia, having an edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sycamore",1,1,3 ], "figlike fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syce",1,1,1 ], "(formerly, in India) a servant employed to look after horses, drive carriages," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syce",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sycee",1,1,1 ], "silver ingots formerly used as a medium of exchange in China" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syconium",1,1,1 ], "the fleshy fruit of the fig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sycophant" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who uses flattery to win favour from individuals wielding influence;",1). c_DEF([ "sycophant" ,1, 1, 1],"toady",2). c_DEF([ "sycosis",1,1,1 ], "a staphylococcal infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sycosis",1,1,1 ], "chronic inflammation of the hair follicles, esp| those of the beard, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syenite",1,1,1 ], "a light-coloured coarse-grained plutonic igneous rock consisting of feldspars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syenite",1,1,1 ], "with hornblende or biotite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllabary",1,1,1 ], "a table or list of syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabary",1,1,2 ], "Japanese, in which each symbol represents a spoken syllable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllabary",1,1,2 ], "a set of symbols used in certain writing systems, such as one used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabi",1,1,1 ], "a plural of syllabus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to syllables or the division of a word into syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabic",1,1,2 ], "denoting a kind of verse line based on a specific number of syllables rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabic",1,1,2 ], "than being regulated by stresses or quantities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllabic",1,1,3 ], "(of a consonant) constituting a syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabic",1,1,4 ], "(of plainsong and similar chanting) having each syllable sung to a different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabic",1,1,4 ], "note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllabic",1,2,1 ], "a syllabic consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to divide (a word) into its constituent syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabism",1,1,1 ], "individual sounds or whole words" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllabism",1,1,1 ], "use of a writing system consisting of characters for syllables rather than for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,1 ], "a combination or set of one or more units of sound in a language that must" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,1 ], "consist of a sonorous element (a sonant or vowel) and may or may not contain less" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,1 ], "example paper has two syllables" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,1 ], "sonorous elements (consonants or semivowels) flanking it on either or both sides: for" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,2 ], "(in the writing systems of certain languages, esp| ancient ones) a symbol or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,2 ], "set of symbols standing for a syllable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,3 ], "the least mention in speech or print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,1,4 ], "in words of one syllable| simply; bluntly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,2,1 ], "to pronounce syllables of (a text); articulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllable",1,3,1 ], "to write down in syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabogram",1,1,1 ], "a written symbol representing a single syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabography",1,1,1 ], "another word for syllabism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabub",1,1,1 ], "a spiced drink made of milk with rum, port, brandy, or wine, often hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabub",1,1,2 ], "a cold dessert made from milk or cream beaten with sugar, wine, and lemon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabub",1,1,2 ], "juice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllabus",1,1,1 ], "an outline of a course of studies, text, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabus",1,1,1,1 ], "the subjects studied for a particular course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllabus",1,1,1,2 ], "a list of these subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllepsis",1,1,1 ], "(in grammar or rhetoric) the use of a single sentence construction in which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllepsis",1,1,1 ], "have in she and they have promised to come" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "syllepsis",1,1,1 ], "verb, adjective, etc| is made to cover two syntactical functions, as the verb form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllepsis",1,1,2 ], "another word for zeugma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,1 ], "a deductive inference by which a conclusion is derived from two propositions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,1 ], "both premisses, not the conclusion| The most common type of syllogism consists of" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,1 ], "categorical statements, such as all F are G, all H are G, therefore all F are H" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,1 ], "term (F), appears in the minor premiss, the predicate of the conclusion, the major" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,1 ], "term (H), appears in the major premiss, and the middle term (G), appears only in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,1 ], "the major premiss and the minor premiss|The subject of the conclusion, the minor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,2 ], "a piece of deductive reasoning from the general to the particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllogism",1,1,3 ], "a subtle or deceptive piece of reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllogistic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to or consisting of syllogisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllogistic",1,2,1 ], "the branch of logic concerned with syllogisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllogistic",1,2,2 ], "reasoning by means of syllogisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syllogize",1,1,1 ], "to reason or infer by using syllogisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylph",1,1,1 ], "a slender graceful girl or young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylph",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of imaginary beings assumed to inhabit the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylva",1,1,1 ], "the trees growing in a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvan",1,1,1 ], "of, characteristic of, or consisting of woods or forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvan",1,1,2 ], "living or located in woods or forests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvan",1,1,3 ], "idyllically rural or rustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvan",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of the woods, esp| a spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvanite",1,1,1 ], "America| Formula: (Au,Ag)Te2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sylvanite",1,1,1 ], "a silver-white mineral consisting of a telluride of gold and silver in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvanite",1,1,1 ], "form of elongated striated crystals: a source of gold in Australia and North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sylvatic",1,1,1 ], "growing, living, or occurring in a wood or beneath a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylviculture",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of silviculture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvite",1,1,1 ], "a soluble colourless, white, or coloured mineral consisting of potassium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sylvite",1,1,1 ], "chloride in cubic crystalline form with sodium impurities: it occurs chiefly in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sylvite",1,1,1 ], "sedimentary beds and is an important ore of potassium| Formula: KCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "syl|",1,1,1 ], "syllable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syl|",1,1,2 ], "syllabus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sym-",1,1,1 ], "variant of syn- before b, p, and m" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbiont",1,1,1 ], "an organism living in a state of symbiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbiosis",1,1,1 ], "a close association of two animal or plant species that are dependent on one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbiosis",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbiosis",1,1,2 ], "a similar relationship between interdependent persons or groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,1 ], "or association, esp| a material object used to represent something abstract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,1 ], "something that represents or stands for something else, usually by convention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,2 ], "an object, person, idea, etc|, used in a literary work, film, etc|, to stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,2 ], "for or suggest something else with which it is associated either explicitly or in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,2 ], "some more subtle way" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,3 ], "a letter, figure, or sign used in mathematics, science, music, etc| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,3 ], "represent a quantity, phenomenon, operation, function, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,4 ], "the end product, in the form of an object or act, of a conflict in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,4 ], "unconscious between repression processes and the actions and thoughts being repressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,1,5 ], "any mental process that represents some feature of external reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbol",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) another word for symbolize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolic logic",1,1,1 ], "a treatment of formal logic in which terms and their relationships are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolic logic",1,1,1 ], "represented by specific symbols to simplify the analysis of propositions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbolic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a symbol or symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolic",1,1,2 ], "serving as a symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolic",1,1,3 ], "characterized by the use of symbols or symbolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolical books",1,1,1 ], "have emerged since the Reformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbolical books",1,1,1 ], "the books containing the creeds, beliefs, or doctrine of religious groups that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolism",1,1,1 ], "symbolic meaning or character to something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbolism",1,1,1 ], "the representation of something in symbolic form or the attribution of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolism",1,1,2 ], "a system of symbols or symbolic representation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolism",1,1,3 ], "a symbolic significance or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolism",1,1,4 ], "a late 19th-century movement in art that sought to express mystical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolism",1,1,4 ], "abstract ideas through the symbolic use of images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbolism",1,1,5 ], "any symbolist interpretation of the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist movement",1,1,1 ], "a movement beginning in French and Belgian poetry towards the end of the 19th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist movement",1,1,1 ], "and seeking to express states of mind rather than objective reality by making use" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist movement",1,1,1 ], "century with the verse of Mallarme, Valery, Verlaine, Rimbaud, Maeterlinck, and others," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist movement",1,1,1 ], "of the power of words and images to suggest as well as denote" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses or can interpret symbols, esp| as a means to revealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,1 ], "aspects of truth and reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,2 ], "an artist or writer who practises symbolism in his work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,3 ], "a writer associated with the symbolist movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,4 ], "an artist associated with the movement of symbolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,5 ], "Christ is really present in it, and who maintains that the bread and wine are only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,5 ], "a person who rejects any interpretation of the Eucharist that suggests that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,1,5 ], "symbols of his body and blood" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "symbolist",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing symbolism or symbolists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolize",1,1,1 ], "to serve as or be a symbol of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolize",1,2,1 ], "to represent by a symbol or symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolize",1,3,1 ], "to use symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbolize",1,4,1 ], "to treat or regard as symbolic or figurative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symbology",1,1,1 ], "the use, study, or interpretation of symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetallism",1,1,1 ], "standard of value and currency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetallism",1,1,1 ], "the use of an alloy of two or more metals in fixed relative value as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetallism",1,1,2 ], "the economic policies and doctrine supporting a symmetallic standard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetric matrix",1,1,1 ], "a square matrix that is equal to its transpose, being symmetrical about its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetric matrix",1,1,1 ], "main diagonal| A skew symmetric matrix is equal to the negation of its transpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,1 ], "possessing or displaying symmetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,1,1 ], "(of two points)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,2 ], "bisected perpendicularly by a given line or plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,2 ], "capable of being joined by a line that is bisected by a given point or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a configuration) having pairs of points that are symmetrical about a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,2,2 ], "point, line, or plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,2,3 ], "(of an equation or function of two or more variables) remaining unchanged in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,2,3 ], "form after an interchange of two variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,3 ], "(of a relation) unchanged in meaning or value if the related terms are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,3 ], "interchanged, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,4 ], "Anne is a sister of Jill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,5 ], "(of a compound) having a molecular structure in which substituents are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,5 ], "symmetrical about the molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,6 ], "another word for actinomorphic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrical",1,1,7 ], "affecting both sides of the body or corresponding parts, such as both legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetrize",1,1,1 ], "to render symmetrical or perfectly balanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetry",1,1,1 ], "similarity, correspondence, or balance among systems or parts of a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetry",1,1,2 ], "an exact correspondence in position or form about a given point, line, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetry",1,1,2 ], "plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symmetry",1,1,3 ], "beauty or harmony of form based on a proportionate arrangement of parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symmetry",1,1,4 ], "the independence of a property with respect to direction; isotropy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathectomy",1,1,1 ], "or more parts of the sympathetic nervous system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathectomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical excision or chemical destruction (chemical sympathectomy) of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic ink",1,1,1 ], "another term for invisible ink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic magic",1,1,1 ], "a type of magic in which it is sought to produce a large-scale effect, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic magic",1,1,1 ], "at a distance, by performing some small-scale ceremony resembling it, such as the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic magic",1,1,1 ], "pouring of water on an altar to induce rainfall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by, feeling, or showing sympathy; understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,2 ], "in accord with the subject""s personality or mood; congenial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,3 ], "(when postpositive, often foll| by to or towards) showing agreement (with) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,3 ], "favour (towards)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,4 ], "inhibiting the smooth muscles of the digestive tract, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the division of the autonomic nervous system that acts in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,4 ], "opposition to the parasympathetic system accelerating the heartbeat, dilating the bronchi," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,5 ], "neighbouring body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathetic",1,1,5 ], "relating to vibrations occurring as a result of similar vibrations in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathin",1,1,1 ], "a substance released at certain sympathetic nerve endings: thought to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathin",1,1,1 ], "identical with adrenaline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathize",1,1,1 ], "to feel or express compassion or sympathy (for); commiserate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathize",1,1,2 ], "to share or understand the sentiments or ideas (of); be in sympathy (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympatholytic",1,1,1,1 ], "inhibiting or antagonistic to nerve impulses of the sympathetic nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympatholytic",1,1,1,1 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympatholytic",1,1,1,2 ], "of or relating to such inhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympatholytic",1,2,1 ], "sympatholytic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathomimetic",1,1,1 ], "causing a physiological effect similar to that produced by stimulation of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathomimetic",1,1,1 ], "sympathetic nervous system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathomimetic",1,2,1 ], "a sympathomimetic drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy strike",1,1,1 ], "a strike organized in support of another section of workers or a cause and not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy strike",1,1,1 ], "because of direct grievances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,1 ], "compassion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,1 ], "the sharing of another""s emotions, esp| of sorrow or anguish; pity;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,2 ], "an affinity or harmony, usually of feelings or interests, between persons or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,2 ], "things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,3 ], "congeniality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,3 ], "mutual affection or understanding arising from such a relationship;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,4 ], "corresponds to that of a different system that influences it, such as the vibration of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,4 ], "sympathetic strings" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,4 ], "the condition of a physical system or body when its behaviour is similar or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,5 ], "a feeling of loyalty, support, or accord, as for an idea, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,6 ], "has an effect on the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympathy",1,1,6 ], "the mutual relationship between two organs or parts whereby a change in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympatric",1,1,1 ], "(of biological speciation or species) taking place or existing in the same or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympatric",1,1,1 ], "overlapping geographical areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympetalous",1,1,1 ], "another word for gamopetalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphile",1,1,1 ], "an insect or other organism that lives in the nests of social insects, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphile",1,1,1 ], "ants and termites, and is fed and reared by the inmates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symphonic poem",1,1,1 ], "an extended orchestral composition, originated by Liszt, based on nonmusical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphonic poem",1,1,1 ], "material, such as a work of literature or folk tale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symphonious",1,1,1 ], "harmonious or concordant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphonist",1,1,1 ], "a person who composes symphonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony orchestra",1,1,1 ], "an orchestra capable of performing symphonies, esp| the large orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony orchestra",1,1,1 ], "comprising strings, brass, woodwind, harp and percussion, used in the performance of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symphony orchestra",1,1,1 ], "romantic and postromantic works" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,1 ], "an extended large-scale orchestral composition, usually with several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,1 ], "entirely from classical constraints| It continues to be a vehicle for serious," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,1 ], "fixed by Haydn and Mozart, but the innovations of subsequent composers have freed it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,1 ], "large-scale orchestral music" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,1 ], "movements, at least one of which is in sonata form| The classical form of the symphony was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,2 ], "a piece of instrumental music in up to three very short movements, used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,2 ], "overture to or interlude in a baroque opera" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,3 ], "any purely orchestral movement in a vocal work, such as a cantata or oratorio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,4 ], "short for symphony orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,5 ], "(in musical theory, esp| of classical Greece)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,5,1 ], "another word for consonance ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,5,2 ], "the interval of unison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,6 ], "anything distinguished by a harmonious composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphony",1,1,7 ], "harmony in general; concord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphysis",1,1,1 ], "a growing together of parts or structures, such as two bony surfaces joined by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphysis",1,1,1 ], "an intermediate layer of fibrous cartilage|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symphysis",1,1,2 ], "a line marking this growing together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symphysis",1,1,3 ], "an abnormal adhesion of two or more parts or structures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sympodium",1,1,1 ], "grow" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "sympodium",1,1,1 ], "lateral branches that arise from just behind the apex of the main stem, which ceases to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sympodium",1,1,1 ], "the main axis of growth in the grapevine and similar plants: a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposiac",1,1,1 ], "of, suitable for, or occurring at a symposium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposiac",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for symposium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposiarch",1,1,1 ], "the president of a symposium, esp| in classical Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposiarch",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for toastmaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposium",1,1,1 ], "a conference or meeting for the discussion of some subject, esp| an academic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposium",1,1,1 ], "topic or social problem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symposium",1,1,2 ], "a collection of scholarly contributions, usually published together, on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposium",1,1,2 ], "given subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symposium",1,1,3 ], "(in classical Greece) a drinking party with intellectual conversation, music," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symposium",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symptom",1,1,1 ], "any sensation or change in bodily function experienced by a patient that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symptom",1,1,1 ], "associated with a particular disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symptom",1,1,2 ], "any phenomenon or circumstance accompanying something and regarded as evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symptom",1,1,2 ], "of its existence; indication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symptomatic",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) being a symptom; indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symptomatic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a symptom or symptoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symptomatic",1,1,3 ], "according to symptoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "symptomatology",1,1,1 ], "symptoms of disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "symptomatology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the study and classification of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sym|",1,1,1 ], "symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sym|",1,1,2 ], "symmetrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sym|",1,1,3 ], "symphony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sym|",1,1,4 ], "symptom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syn-",1,1,1 ], "with or together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syn-",1,1,2 ], "fusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synaeresis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of syneresis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "a sensation experienced in a part of the body other than the part stimulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synaesthesia",1,1,2 ], "example, a sound may evoke sensations of colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synaesthesia",1,1,2 ], "the subjective sensation of a sense other than the one being stimulated| For" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synagogue",1,1,1,1 ], "a building for Jewish religious services and usually also for religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synagogue",1,1,1,1 ], "instruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synagogue",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synagogue",1,1,2 ], "a congregation of Jews who assemble for worship or religious study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synagogue",1,1,3 ], "the religion of Judaism as organized in such congregations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synalepha",1,1,1 ], "following word begins with one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synalepha",1,1,1 ], "vowel elision, esp| as it arises when one word ends in a vowel and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synapse",1,1,1 ], "axon to the dendrites of an adjacent neuron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synapse",1,1,1 ], "the point at which a nerve impulse is relayed from the terminal portion of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synapsis",1,1,1 ], "the association in pairs of homologous chromosomes at the start of meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synapsis",1,1,2 ], "another word for synapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synarchy",1,1,1 ], "joint rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synarthrosis",1,1,1 ], "any of various joints which lack a synovial cavity and are virtually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synarthrosis",1,1,1 ], "immovable; a fixed joint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sync",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for synchronize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sync",1,2,1 ], "an informal word for synchronization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncarp",1,1,1 ], "a fleshy multiple fruit, formed from two or more carpels of one flower or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncarp",1,1,1 ], "aggregated fruits of several flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syncarpous",1,1,1 ], "(of the ovaries of certain flowering plants) consisting of united carpels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncarpous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a syncarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchro",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of electrical devices in which the angular position of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchro",1,1,1 ], "rotating part is transformed into a voltage, or vice versa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating synchronization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchrocyclotron",1,1,1 ], "a type of cyclotron in which the frequency of the electric field is modulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchrocyclotron",1,1,1 ], "energies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synchrocyclotron",1,1,1 ], "to allow for relativistic effects at high velocities and thus produce higher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchroflash",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism in a camera that enables the shutter to be fully open while the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchroflash",1,1,1 ], "light from a flashbulb or electronic flash is at its brightest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchromesh",1,1,1 ], "(of a gearbox, etc|) having a system of clutches that synchronizes the speeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchromesh",1,1,1 ], "changing and to reduce noise and wear" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synchromesh",1,1,1 ], "of the driving and driven members before engagement to avoid shock in gear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchromesh",1,2,1 ], "a gear system having these features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronic",1,1,1 ], "concerned with the events or phenomena at a particular period without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronic",1,1,1 ], "considering historical antecedents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronic",1,1,2 ], "synchronous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronism",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being synchronous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronism",1,1,2 ], "a chronological usually tabular list of historical persons and events," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronism",1,1,2 ], "arranged to show parallel or synchronous occurrence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronism",1,1,3 ], "separate times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronism",1,1,3 ], "the representation in a work of art of one or more incidents that occurred at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronize",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by with) to occur or recur or cause to occur or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronize",1,1,1 ], "recur at the same time or in unison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronize",1,1,2 ], "to indicate or cause to indicate the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronize",1,2,1 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronize",1,2,1 ], "to establish (the picture and soundtrack records) in their correct relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronize",1,3,1 ], "to designate events as simultaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous converter",1,1,1 ], "a synchronous machine that converts alternating current to direct current, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous converter",1,1,1 ], "vice versa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous machine",1,1,1 ], "an electrical machine, whose rotating speed is proportional to the frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous machine",1,1,1 ], "of the alternating-current supply and independent of the load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous motor",1,1,1 ], "an alternating-current motor that runs at a speed that is equal to or is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous motor",1,1,1 ], "multiple of the frequency of the supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous orbit",1,1,1 ], "an earth orbit in which a satellite makes one complete revolution in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous orbit",1,1,1 ], "period taken for the earth to rotate about its axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous",1,1,1 ], "occurring at the same time; contemporaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous",1,1,2 ], "(of periodic phenomena, such as voltages) having the same frequency and phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchronous",1,1,3 ], "occurring or recurring exactly together and at the same rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchroscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used to indicate whether two periodic quantities or motions are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchroscope",1,1,1 ], "synchronous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchrotron radiation",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation emitted in narrow beams tangential to the orbit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchrotron radiation",1,1,1 ], "force in a strong magnetic field| It occurs in synchrotron accelerators and in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synchrotron radiation",1,1,1 ], "supernova remnants such as the Crab Nebula" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "synchrotron radiation",1,1,1 ], "very high energy charged particles, such as electrons, spiralling along the lines of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchrotron",1,1,1 ], "a type of particle accelerator similar to a betatron but having an electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synchrotron",1,1,1 ], "field of fixed frequency as well as a changing magnetic field| It is capable of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synchrotron",1,1,1 ], "producing very high energies in the GeV range" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synclastic",1,1,1 ], "(of a surface) having a curvature at a given point and in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synclastic",1,1,1 ], "direction that is of the same sign as the curvature at that point in perpendicular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synclastic",1,1,1 ], "direction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "syncline",1,1,1 ], "a downward fold of stratified rock in which the strata slope towards a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncline",1,1,1 ], "vertical axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synclinorium",1,1,1 ], "a vast elongated syncline with its strata further folded into anticlines and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synclinorium",1,1,1 ], "synclines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syncopate",1,1,1 ], "to modify or treat (a beat, rhythm, note, etc|) by syncopation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncopate",1,1,2 ], "to shorten (a word) by omitting sounds or letters from the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncopation",1,1,1,1 ], "the displacement of the usual rhythmical accent away from a strong beat onto a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncopation",1,1,1,1 ], "weak beat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syncopation",1,1,1,2 ], "a note, beat, rhythm, etc|, produced by syncopation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncopation",1,1,2 ], "another word for syncope ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncope",1,1,1 ], "a technical word for a faint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncope",1,1,2 ], "the omission of one or more sounds or letters from the middle of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncretism" ,1, 1, 1],"the tendency to syncretize",1). c_DEF([ "syncretism" ,1, 1, 2],"the development of Old English with all its case endings into Modern English",2). c_DEF([ "syncretism" ,1, 1, 2],"the historical tendency of languages to reduce their use of inflection, as in",1). c_DEF([ "syncretize",1,1,1 ], "practices of (differing systems of religion or philosophy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syncretize",1,1,1 ], "to combine or attempt to combine the characteristic teachings, beliefs, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncrisis",1,1,1 ], "a rhetorical device by which opposites are compared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syncytium",1,1,1 ], "a mass of cytoplasm containing many nuclei and enclosed in a cell membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndactyl",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals) having two or more digits growing fused together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndactyl",1,2,1 ], "an animal with this arrangement of digits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndesis",1,1,1 ], "the use of syndetic constructions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndesis",1,1,2 ], "another name for polysyndeton ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndesmosis",1,1,1 ], "a type of joint in which the articulating bones are held together by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndesmosis",1,1,1 ], "ligament of connective tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndetic",1,1,1 ], "conjunction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndetic",1,1,1 ], "denoting a grammatical construction in which two clauses are connected by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndeton",1,1,1 ], "a syndetic construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndic",1,1,1 ], "a business agent of some universities or other bodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndic",1,1,2 ], "(in several countries) a government administrator or magistrate with varying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndic",1,1,2 ], "powers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndicalism",1,1,1 ], "a revolutionary movement and theory advocating the seizure of the means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicalism",1,1,1 ], "production and distribution by syndicates of workers through direct action, esp| a general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndicalism",1,1,1 ], "strike" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "syndicalism",1,1,2 ], "an economic system resulting from such action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,1 ], "an association of business enterprises or individuals organized to undertake a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,1 ], "joint project requiring considerable capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,2 ], "a news agency that sells articles, photographs, etc|, to a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,2 ], "newspapers for simultaneous publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,3 ], "any association formed to carry out an enterprise or enterprises of common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,3 ], "interest to its members" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,4 ], "a board of syndics or the office of syndic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,1,5 ], "(in Italy under the Fascists) a local organization of employers or employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,3,1 ], "publication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,3,1 ], "to sell (articles, photographs, etc|) to several newspapers for simultaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndicate",1,3,2 ], "to form a syndicate of (people)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndiotactic",1,1,1 ], "(of a stereospecific polymer) having alternating stereochemical configurations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndiotactic",1,1,1 ], "of the groups on successive carbon atoms in the chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndrome",1,1,1 ], "any combination of signs and symptoms that are indicative of a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndrome",1,1,1 ], "disease or disorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syndrome",1,1,2 ], "a symptom, characteristic, or set of symptoms or characteristics indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syndrome",1,1,2 ], "the existence of a condition, problem, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synd|",1,1,1 ], "syndicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syne",1,3,1 ], "a Scot| word for since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synecdoche",1,1,1 ], "a figure of speech in which a part is substituted for a whole or a whole for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synecdoche",1,1,1 ], "part, as in 50 head of cattle for 50 cows, or the army for a soldier" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synecious",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of synoecious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synecology",1,1,1 ], "the ecological study of communities of plants and animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synectics",1,1,1 ], "a method of identifying and solving problems that depends on creative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synectics",1,1,1 ], "individuals with diverse experience and expertise" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synectics",1,1,1 ], "thinking, the use of analogy, and informal conversation among a small group of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syneresis",1,1,1 ], "separation of whey in cheese-making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syneresis",1,1,1 ], "the process in which a gel contracts on standing and exudes liquid, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syneresis",1,1,2 ], "the contraction of two vowels into a diphthong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syneresis",1,1,3 ], "another word for synizesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synergetic",1,1,1 ], "acting together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synergism",1,1,1 ], "greater than the sum of their individual effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synergism",1,1,1 ], "the working together of two or more drugs, muscles, etc|, to produce an effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synergism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine or belief that the human will cooperates with the Holy Spirit and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synergism",1,1,2 ], "with divine grace, esp| in the act of conversion or regeneration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synergist",1,1,1 ], "a drug, muscle, etc|, that increases the action of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synergist",1,1,2 ], "an upholder of synergism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synergist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to synergism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synergy",1,1,1 ], "another name for synergism ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synesis",1,1,1 ], "a grammatical construction in which the inflection or form of a word is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synesis",1,1,1 ], "conditioned by the meaning rather than the syntax, as for example the plural form have with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synesis",1,1,1 ], "the singular noun group in the sentence the group have already assembled" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of synaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syngamy",1,1,1 ], "other names for sexual reproduction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synizesis",1,1,1 ], "a single syllable, without diphthongization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synizesis",1,1,1 ], "the contraction of two vowels originally belonging to separate syllables into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synizesis",1,1,2 ], "prophase of meiosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synizesis",1,1,2 ], "the contraction of chromatin towards one side of the nucleus during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synkaryon",1,1,1 ], "the nucleus of a fertilized egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synod",1,1,1 ], "a local or special ecclesiastical council, esp| of a diocese, formally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synod",1,1,1 ], "convened to discuss ecclesiastical affairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synod",1,1,2 ], "any council, esp| for discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synodic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or involving a conjunction or two successive conjunctions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synodic",1,1,1 ], "same star, planet, or satellite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synoecious",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having male and female organs on the same flower or corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoecious",1,1,1 ], "structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synoekete",1,1,1 ], "an insect that lives in the nests of social insects, esp| ants, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoekete",1,1,1 ], "receiving any attentions from the inmates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synonym",1,1,1 ], "a word that means the same or nearly the same as another word, such as bucket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonym",1,1,1 ], "and pail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synonym",1,1,2 ], "Greek" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synonym",1,1,2 ], "a word or phrase used as another name for something, such as Hellene for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonym",1,1,3 ], "a taxonomic name that has been superseded or rejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonymize",1,1,1 ], "to analyse the synonyms of or provide with synonyms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonymous",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with) being a synonym (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonymous",1,2,1 ], "closely associated (with) or suggestive (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonymy",1,1,1 ], "the study of synonyms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonymy",1,1,2 ], "the character of being synonymous; equivalence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonymy",1,1,3 ], "a list or collection of synonyms, esp| one in which their meanings are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synonymy",1,1,3 ], "discriminated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synonymy",1,1,4 ], "a collection of the synonyms of a species or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synopsis",1,1,1 ], "a condensation or brief review of a subject summary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synopsize",1,1,1 ], "variants of epitomize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a synopsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,1,1 ], "(of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,2 ], "presenting the narrative of Christ""s life, ministry, etc| from a point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,2 ], "view held in common by all three, and with close similarities in content, order," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characterizing these three Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,3 ], "showing or concerned with the distribution of meteorological conditions over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,3 ], "wide area at a given time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,1,4 ], "viewing any phenomenon from the same standpoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,2,1,1 ], "any of the three synoptic Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synoptic",1,2,1,2 ], "any of the authors of these three Gospels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synop|",1,1,1 ], "synopsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synovia",1,1,1 ], "a transparent viscid lubricating fluid, secreted by the membrane lining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synovia",1,1,1 ], "joints, tendon sheaths, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synovitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the membrane surrounding a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synsepalous",1,1,1 ], "another word for gamosepalous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntactics",1,1,1 ], "systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syntactics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of semiotics that deals with the formal properties of symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntagma",1,1,1 ], "a syntactic unit or a word or phrase forming a syntactic unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntagma",1,1,2 ], "a systematic collection of statements or propositions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,1 ], "and morphemes in the sentences of a language or of languages in general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,1 ], "the branch of linguistics that deals with the grammatical arrangement of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,2 ], "language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,2 ], "the totality of facts about the grammatical arrangement of words in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,3 ], "a systematic statement of the rules governing the grammatical arrangement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,3 ], "words and morphemes in a language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,4 ], "a logical system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,4 ], "a systematic statement of the rules governing the properly formed formulas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntax",1,1,5 ], "an orderly arrangement or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,1 ], "the process of combining objects or ideas into a complex whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,2 ], "the combination or whole produced by such a process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,3 ], "reactions, usually from simpler or commonly available starting materials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,3 ], "the process of producing a compound by a chemical reaction or series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,4 ], "the syntactic relations in a language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,4 ], "the use of inflections rather than word order and function words to express" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,5 ], "deductive reasoning from the general to the particular or from cause to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,5 ], "effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,5,1 ], "(in the writings of Kant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,6 ], "the unification of one concept with another not contained in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesis",1,1,6,2 ], "the final stage in the Hegelian dialectic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesize" ,1, 1, 1],"synthetize or synthesise, synthetisevb",1). c_DEF([ "synthesize" ,1, 1, 2],"to combine or cause to combine into a whole",1). c_DEF([ "synthesize" ,1, 1, 3],"(tr|) to produce by synthesis",1). c_DEF([ "synthesizer",1,1,1 ], "short for Moog synthesizer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthesizer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that synthesizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic rubber",1,1,1 ], "any of various synthetic materials, similar to natural rubber, made by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic rubber",1,1,1 ], "polymerizing unsaturated hydrocarbons, such as isoprene and butadiene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance or material) made artificially by chemical reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,1,2 ], "not genuine; insincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,1,3 ], "denoting languages, such as Latin, whose morphology is characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,1,3 ], "synthesis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,1,4 ], "(of a proposition) having a truth value that is not determined solely by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,1,4 ], "virtue of the meanings of the words, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,1,5 ], "all men are arrogant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetic",1,2,1 ], "a synthetic substance or material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "synthetism",1,1,1 ], "and realists by seeking to produce brightly coloured abstractions of their inner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "synthetism",1,1,1 ], "experience" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "synthetism",1,1,1 ], "the symbolism of Gauguin and the Nabis, who reacted against the impressionists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syntonic",1,1,1 ], "reacting to surroundings in a highly emotional way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syn|",1,1,1 ], "synonym(ous)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "sypher",1,1,1 ], "flush surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "sypher",1,1,1 ], "to lap (a chamfered edge of one plank over that of another) in order to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syphilis",1,1,1 ], "a venereal disease caused by infection with the microorganism Treponema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syphilis",1,1,1 ], "pallidum: characterized by an ulcerating chancre, usually on the external genitals and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syphilis",1,1,1 ], "progressing through the lymphatic system to nearly all tissues of the body, producing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "syphilis",1,1,1 ], "serious clinical manifestations" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "syphilology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of syphilis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syphiloma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syphon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of siphon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syringa",1,1,1 ], "another name for mock orange and lilac ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syringe",1,1,1 ], "an instrument, such as a hypodermic syringe or a rubber ball with a slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syringe",1,1,1 ], "nozzle, for use in withdrawing or injecting fluids, cleaning wounds, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syringe",1,1,2 ], "any similar device for injecting or extracting liquids by means of pressure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syringe",1,1,2 ], "suction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syringe",1,2,1 ], "to cleanse or inject with a syringe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syringomyelia",1,1,1 ], "a chronic progressive disease of the spinal cord in which cavities form in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syringomyelia",1,1,1 ], "grey matter: characterized by loss of the sense of pain and temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syrinx",1,1,1 ], "the vocal organ of a bird, which is situated in the lower part of the trachea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrinx",1,1,2 ], "(in classical Greek music) a panpipe or set of panpipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrinx",1,1,3 ], "another name for the Eustachian tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrphid",1,1,1 ], "any dipterous fly of the family Syrphidae, typically having a coloration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrphid",1,1,1 ], "mimicking that of certain bees and wasps: includes the hover flies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,1,1 ], "a solution of sugar dissolved in water and often flavoured with fruit juice:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,1,1 ], "used for sweetening fruit, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,1,2 ], "any of various thick sweet liquids prepared for cooking or table use from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,1,2 ], "molasses, sugars, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,1,3 ], "cloying sentimentality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,1,4 ], "a liquid medicine containing a sugar solution for flavouring or preservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,2,1 ], "to bring to the consistency of syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syrup",1,2,2 ], "to cover, fill, or sweeten with syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syssarcosis",1,1,1 ], "the union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systaltic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the action of the heart) of, relating to, or characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systaltic",1,1,1 ], "alternate contractions and dilations pulsating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,1 ], "a group or combination of interrelated, interdependent, or interacting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,1 ], "elements forming a collective entity; a methodical or coordinated assemblage of parts," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,1 ], "facts, concepts, etc|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,10 ], "any assembly of electronic, electrical, or mechanical components with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,10 ], "interdependent functions, usually forming a self-contained unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,11 ], "a group of celestial bodies that are associated as a result of natural laws," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,11 ], "esp| gravitational attraction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,12 ], "a sample of matter in which there are one or more substances in one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,12 ], "phases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,13 ], "a point of view or doctrine used to interpret a branch of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,14 ], "one of a group of divisions into which crystals may be placed on the basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,14 ], "the lengths and inclinations of their axes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,15 ], "a stratigraphical unit for the rock strata formed during a period of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,15 ], "geological time| It can be subdivided into series" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,2 ], "any scheme of classification or arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,3 ], "a network of communications, transportation, or distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,4 ], "a method or complex of methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,5 ], "orderliness; an ordered manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,6 ], "repressing individuals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,6 ], "the system|society seen as an environment exploiting, restricting, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,7 ], "an organism considered as a functioning entity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,8 ], "any of various bodily parts or structures that are anatomically or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,8 ], "physiologically related" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "system",1,1,9 ], "one""s physiological or psychological constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematic",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the use of order and planning; methodical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematic",1,1,2 ], "comprising or resembling a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the taxonomic classification of organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematics",1,1,1 ], "the study of systems and the principles of classification and nomenclature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of classifying or systematizing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematism",1,1,2 ], "adherence to a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematism",1,1,3 ], "a systematic classification; systematized arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematist",1,1,1 ], "a person who constructs systems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematist",1,1,2 ], "an adherent of a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematist",1,1,3 ], "a taxonomist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systematize" ,1, 1, 1],"systemize or systematise, systemisevb",1). c_DEF([ "systematize" ,1, 2, 1],"to arrange in a system",1). c_DEF([ "systematology",1,1,1 ], "the study of the nature and formation of systems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systemic",1,1,1 ], "another word for systematic 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systemic",1,1,2 ], "(of a poison, disease, etc|) affecting the entire body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systems analysis",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of the methods involved in scientific and industrial operations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systems analysis",1,1,1 ], "usually with a computer so that an improved system can be designed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "systems engineering",1,1,1 ], "concerned with the design of integrated systems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "systems engineering",1,1,1 ], "the branch of engineering, based on systems analysis and information theory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "systole",1,1,1 ], "arteries that lead to the lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "systole",1,1,1 ], "contraction of the heart, during which blood is pumped into the aorta and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syst|",1,1,1 ], "system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "syzygy" ,1, 1, 1],"either of the two positions (conjunction or opposition) of a celestial body",1). c_DEF([ "syzygy" ,1, 1, 1],"when sun, earth, and the body lie in a straight line",2). c_DEF([ "syzygy" ,1, 1, 2],"(in classical prosody) a metrical unit of two feet",1). c_DEF([ "syzygy" ,1, 1, 3],"any pair, usually of opposites",1). c_DEF([ "syzygy" ,1, 1, 4],"sexual reproduction",2). c_DEF([ "syzygy" ,1, 1, 4],"the aggregation in a mass of certain protozoans, esp| when occurring before",1). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,1 ], "second (of time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,10 ], "substantive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,11 ], "succeeded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,2 ], "section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,3 ], "see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,4 ], "semi-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,5 ], "shilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,6 ], "sign(ed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,7 ], "singular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,8 ], "sire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|",1,1,9 ], "son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|a|",1,1,1 ], "semiannual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|a|",1,1,2 ], "sex appeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|a|",1,1,3 ], "sine anno" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|a|e|",1,1,1 ], "stamped addressed envelope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|c|",1,1,1 ], "small capitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|d|",1,1,1 ], "sine die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|g|",1,1,1 ], "specific gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|l|",1,1,1 ], "sine loco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|o|",1,1,1 ], "seller's option" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|o|",1,1,2 ], "shipping order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|p|",1,1,1 ], "without issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|t|",1,1,1 ], "short ton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "s|v|" ,1, 1, 1],"sailing vessel",1). c_DEF([ "s|v|" ,1, 1, 2],"side valve",1). c_DEF([ "s|v|" ,1, 1, 3],"sub verbo or",1). c_DEF([ "t distribution",1,1,1 ], "short for student""s t distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 1],"Ts",1). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 2],"the 20th letter and 16th consonant of the modern English alphabet",1). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 3],"a speech sound represented by this letter, usually a voiceless alveolar stop,",1). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 3],"as in tame",2). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 5, 2],"(in combination): a T-junction",1). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 5],"something shaped like a T",1). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 6],"to a T",1). c_DEF([ "t" ,1, 1, 7],"in every detail; perfectly",1). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,1 ], "(of an unseparated pair of stamps) printed so that one is reversed in relation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,1 ], "to the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,1 ], "ton(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,1,1 ], "a private conversation between two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,2 ], "a small sofa for two people, esp| one that is S-shaped in plan so that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,2 ], "sitters are almost face to face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,2 ], "tonne(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,3 ], "troy (weight)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,1,4 ], "distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t",1,2,1 ], "intimately; in private" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ta""en",1,1,1 ], "a poetic contraction of taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ta",1,1,1 ], "thank you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ta-ta",1,1,1 ], "goodbye; farewell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taata",1,1,1 ], "a child""s word for father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 1],"a small flap of material, esp| one on a garment for decoration or for",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 1],"fastening to a button",2). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 2],"any similar flap, such as a piece of paper attached to a file for",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 2],"identification",2). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 3],"a small auxiliary aerofoil on the trailing edge of a rudder, aileron, or",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 3],"elevator, etc|, to assist in the control of the aircraft in flight",2). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 4],"the insignia on the collar of a staff officer",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 5],"a bill, esp| one for a meal or drinks",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 6],"dialect",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 7],"a cigarette",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 1, 8],"keep tabs on| Informal| to keep a watchful eye on",1). c_DEF([ "tab" ,1, 2, 1],"(tr|) to supply (files, clothing, etc|) with a tab or tabs",1). c_DEF([ "tab",2,1,1 ], "short for tabulator or tablet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabanid",1,1,1 ], "any stout-bodied fly of the dipterous family Tabanidae, the females of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabanid",1,1,1 ], "have mouthparts specialized for sucking blood: includes the horseflies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabard",1,1,1 ], "a sleeveless or short-sleeved jacket, esp| one worn by a herald, bearing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabard",1,1,1 ], "coat of arms, or by a knight over his armour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabaret",1,1,1 ], "a hard-wearing fabric of silk or similar cloth with stripes of satin or moire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabaret",1,1,1 ], "used esp| for upholstery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabby" ,1, 1, 1],"(esp| of cats) brindled with dark stripes or wavy markings on a lighter",1). c_DEF([ "tabby" ,1, 1, 1],"background",2). c_DEF([ "tabby" ,1, 1, 2],"having a wavy or striped pattern, particularly in colours of grey and brown",1). c_DEF([ "tabby" ,1, 2, 2],"a tabby cat",1). c_DEF([ "tabby" ,1, 2, 3],"any female domestic cat",1). c_DEF([ "tabby" ,1, 2, 4],"a fabric with a watered pattern, esp| silk or taffeta",1). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,1,1 ], "carried the Ark of the Covenant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,1,1 ], "the portable sanctuary in the form of a tent in which the ancient Israelites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,2 ], "(Exodus 25-27)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,2,2 ], "the Jewish Temple regarded as the shrine of the divine presence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,3 ], "a temporary boothlike structure used by Jews as a dining area on certain feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,3 ], "days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,4 ], "any place of worship that is not called a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,5 ], "Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,5 ], "a small ornamented cupboard or box used for the reserved sacrament of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,6 ], "the human body regarded as the temporary dwelling of the soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,7 ], "a canopied niche or recess forming the shrine of an icon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,8 ], "a strong framework for holding the foot of a mast stepped on deck, allowing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabernacle",1,1,8 ], "to be swung down horizontally to pass under low bridges, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabes dorsalis",1,1,1 ], "a form of late syphilis that attacks the spinal cord causing degeneration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabes dorsalis",1,1,1 ], "pain, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tabes dorsalis",1,1,1 ], "the nerve fibres, pains in the legs, paralysis of the leg muscles, acute abdominal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabes",1,1,1 ], "a wasting of a bodily organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabes",1,1,2 ], "short for tabes dorsalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabescent",1,1,1 ], "progressively emaciating; wasting away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabescent",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or having tabes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabla",1,1,1 ], "a musical instrument of India consisting of a pair of drums whose pitches can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabla",1,1,1 ], "be varied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tablature",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of forms of musical notation, esp| for playing the lute," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablature",1,1,1 ], "consisting of letters and signs indicating rhythm and fingering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tablature",1,1,2 ], "an engraved or painted tablet or other flat surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table d'hote" ,1, 1, 1],"(of a meal) consisting of a set number of courses with limited choice of",1). c_DEF([ "table d'hote" ,1, 1, 1],"dishes offered at a fixed price",2). c_DEF([ "table d'hote" ,1, 2, 1],"tables d'hote ",1). c_DEF([ "table d'hote" ,1, 2, 2],"a table d'hote meal or menu",1). c_DEF([ "table licence",1,1,1 ], "a licence authorizing the sale of alcoholic drinks with meals only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table money",1,1,1 ], "an allowance for official entertaining of visitors, clients, etc|, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table money",1,1,1 ], "army" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "table salt",1,1,1 ], "salt that is used at table rather than for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table tennis",1,1,1 ], "a miniature form of tennis played on a table with small bats and a light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table tennis",1,1,1 ], "hollow ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "table wine",1,1,1 ], "a wine considered suitable for drinking with a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,1 ], "a flat horizontal slab or board supported by one or more legs, on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,1 ], "objects may be placed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,1,1 ], "such a slab or board on which food is served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,1,3 ], "a tablecloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,10 ], "an area of the palm""s surface bounded by four lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,11 ], "a slab of smooth metal on which ink is rolled to its proper consistency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,11,1 ], "bones of the cranium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,11,1 ], "either of the two bony plates that form the inner and outer parts of the flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,11,2 ], "any thin flat plate, esp| of bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,12 ], "turn the tables| to cause a complete reversal of circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,2 ], "food as served in a particular household or restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,3 ], "such a piece of furniture specially designed for any of various purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,3,1 ], "a company of persons assembled for a meal, game, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,4 ], "any flat or level area, such as a plateau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,5 ], "a rectangular panel set below or above the face of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,6 ], "another name for cordon ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,7 ], "an upper horizontal facet of a cut gem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,8 ], "the sounding board of a violin, guitar, or similar stringed instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,8,1 ], "an arrangement of words, numbers, or signs, usually in parallel columns, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,8,1 ], "display data or relations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,1,9 ], "a tablet on which laws were inscribed by the ancient Romans, the Hebrews, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,2,1 ], "to place on a table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,2,2 ], "to submit (a bill, etc|) for consideration by a legislative body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,2,3 ], "to suspend discussion of (a bill, etc|) indefinitely or for some time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table",1,2,4 ], "to enter or form into a list; tabulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table-turning",1,1,1 ], "the movement of a table attributed by spiritualists to the power of spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "table-turning",1,1,1 ], "working through a group of persons placing their hands or fingers on the table top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "table-turning",1,1,2 ], "spiritualism in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tableau vivant",1,1,1 ], "a representation of a scene, painting, sculpture, etc|, by a person or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tableau vivant",1,1,1 ], "posed silent and motionless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tableau",1,1,1 ], "a pause during or at the end of a scene on stage when all the performers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tableau",1,1,1 ], "briefly freeze in position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tableau",1,1,2 ], "any dramatic group or scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablecloth",1,1,1 ], "a cloth for covering the top of a table, esp| during meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tableland",1,1,1 ], "flat elevated land; a plateau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablespoon",1,1,1 ], "a spoon, larger than a dessertspoon, used for serving food, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablespoon",1,1,2 ], "the amount contained in such a spoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablespoon",1,1,3 ], "a unit of capacity used in cooking, medicine, etc|, equal to half a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablespoon",1,1,3 ], "ounce or three teaspoons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tablet",1,1,1 ], "a pill made of a compressed powdered medicinal substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablet",1,1,2 ], "a flattish cake of some substance, such as soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablet",1,1,3 ], "a slab of stone, wood, etc|, esp| one formerly used for inscriptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablet",1,1,3,1 ], "a thinner rigid sheet, as of bark, ivory, etc|, used for similar purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablet",1,1,3,2 ], "a set or pair of these fastened together, as in a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tablet",1,1,4 ], "a pad of writing paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tableware",1,1,1 ], "articles such as dishes, plates, knives, forks, etc|, used at meals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabloid",1,1,1 ], "a newspaper with pages about 30 cm (12 inches) by 40 cm (16 inches), usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabloid",1,1,1 ], "characterized by an emphasis on photographs and a concise and often sensational style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taboo" ,1, 1, 1],"forbidden or disapproved of; placed under a social prohibition or ban",1). c_DEF([ "taboo" ,1, 1, 2],"(in Polynesia and other islands of the South Pacific) marked off as",1). c_DEF([ "taboo" ,1, 1, 2],"simultaneously sacred and forbidden",2). c_DEF([ "taboo" ,1, 2, 2],"any prohibition resulting from social or other conventions",1). c_DEF([ "taboo" ,1, 2, 3],"or unclean",2). c_DEF([ "taboo" ,1, 2, 3],"ritual restriction or prohibition, esp| of something that is considered holy",1). c_DEF([ "taboo" ,1, 3, 1],"(tr|) to place under a taboo",1). c_DEF([ "tabor",1,1,1 ], "a small drum used esp| in the Middle Ages, struck with one hand while the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabor",1,1,1 ], "other held a three-holed pipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taboret",1,1,1 ], "a low stool, originally in the shape of a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taboret",1,1,2 ], "a frame, usually round, for stretching out cloth while it is being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taboret",1,1,2 ], "embroidered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taboret",1,1,3 ], "a small tabor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabula rasa",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the philosophy of Locke) the mind in its uninformed original state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabula rasa",1,1,2 ], "an opportunity for a fresh start; clean slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabular",1,1,1 ], "arranged in systematic or table form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabular",1,1,2 ], "calculated from or by means of a table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabular",1,1,3 ], "like a table in form; flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabulate",1,2,1 ], "to set out, arrange, or write in tabular form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabulate",1,2,2 ], "to form or cut with a flat surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabulate",1,3,1 ], "having a flat surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabulate",1,3,2 ], "(of certain corals) having transverse skeletal plates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabulator",1,1,1 ], "a device for setting the automatic stops that locate the column margins on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabulator",1,1,1 ], "typewriter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabulator",1,1,2 ], "a machine that reads data from one medium, such as punched cards, producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tabulator",1,1,2 ], "lists, tabulations, or totals, usually on a continuous sheet of paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tabulator",1,1,3 ], "any machine that tabulates data" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tab|",1,1,1 ], "table (list or chart)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacamahac",1,1,1 ], "any of several strong-smelling resinous gums obtained from certain trees, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacamahac",1,1,1 ], "in making ointments, incense, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tacamahac",1,1,2 ], "any tree yielding this resin, esp| the balsam poplar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tace",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for tasset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacet",1,1,1 ], "not required to play during a movement or part of a movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tache",1,1,1 ], "a buckle, clasp, or hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tache",2,1,1 ], "short for moustache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacheo-",1,1,1 ], "variant of tachy-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacheometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of theodolite designed for the rapid measurement of distances," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacheometer",1,1,1 ], "elevations, and directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tacheometry" ,1, 1, 1],"the measurement of distance, etc|, using a tacheometer",1). c_DEF([ "tachina fly",1,1,1 ], "any bristly fly of the dipterous family Tachinidae, the larvae of which live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachina fly",1,1,1 ], "parasitically in caterpillars, beetles, hymenopterans, and other insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tachisme",1,1,1 ], "a type of action painting evolved in France in which haphazard dabs and blots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachisme",1,1,1 ], "of colour are treated as a means of instinctive or unconscious expression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tachistoscope",1,1,1 ], "an instrument, used mainly in experiments on perception and memory, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachistoscope",1,1,1 ], "displaying visual images for very brief intervals, usually a fraction of a second" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tacho-",1,1,1 ], "speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachograph",1,1,1 ], "a tachometer that produces a graphical record (tachogram) of its readings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachograph",1,1,1 ], "esp| a device for recording the speed of and distance covered by a heavy goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tachograph",1,1,1 ], "vehicle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tachometer",1,1,1 ], "Tachometers (rev counters) are often fitted to cars to indicate the number of revolutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tachometer",1,1,1 ], "any device for measuring speed, esp| the rate of revolution of a shaft|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachometer",1,1,1 ], "per minute of the engine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tachy-",1,1,1 ], "swift or accelerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachycardia",1,1,1 ], "abnormally rapid beating of the heart, esp| over 100 beats per minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachygraphy",1,1,1 ], "shorthand, esp| as used in ancient Rome or Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachylyte",1,1,1 ], "a black glassy basalt often found on the edges of intrusions of basalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachymeter",1,1,1 ], "another name for tacheometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachymetry",1,1,1 ], "another name for tacheometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachyon",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical elementary particle capable of travelling faster than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tachyon",1,1,1 ], "velocity of light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tachyphylaxis",1,1,1 ], "very rapid development of tolerance or immunity to the effects of a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacit",1,1,1 ], "implied without direct expression; understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacit",1,1,2 ], "silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacit",1,1,3 ], "created or having effect by operation of law, rather than by being directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacit",1,1,3 ], "expressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taciturn",1,1,1 ], "habitually silent, reserved, or uncommunicative; not inclined to conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack hammer",1,1,1 ], "a light hammer for driving tacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,1 ], "a short sharp-pointed nail, usually with a flat and comparatively large head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,2 ], "a long loose temporary stitch used in dressmaking, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,3 ], "a temporary fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,4 ], "stickiness, as of newly applied paint, varnish, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,5 ], "the heading of a vessel sailing to windward, stated in terms of the side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,5 ], "the sail against which the wind is pressing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,5,1 ], "a course sailed by a sailing vessel with the wind blowing from forward of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,5,1 ], "a sheet for controlling the weather clew of a course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,5,1 ], "beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,5,2 ], "one such course or a zigzag pattern of such courses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,5,2 ], "the weather clew itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,6 ], "the forward lower clew of a fore-and-aft sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,7 ], "a course of action differing from some previous course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,1,8 ], "on the wrong tack| under a false impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,2,1 ], "to secure by a tack or series of tacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,2,2 ], "to sew (something) with long loose temporary stitches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,3,1 ], "to attach or append" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,3,2 ], "to change the heading of (a sailing vessel) to the opposite tack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,3,3 ], "to steer (a sailing vessel) on alternate tacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,4,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) to proceed on a different tack or to alternate tacks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",1,5,1 ], "to follow a zigzag route; keep changing one""s course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",2,1,1 ], "food, esp| when regarded as inferior or distasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",3,1,1,1 ], "riding harness for horses, such as saddles, bridles, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tack",3,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacket",1,1,1 ], "a nail, esp| a hobnail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackies",1,1,1 ], "tennis shoes or plimsolls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,1,1 ], "any mechanical system for lifting or pulling, esp| an arrangement of ropes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,1,1 ], "pulleys designed to lift heavy weights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,1,2 ], "the equipment required for a particular occupation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,1,3 ], "the halyards and other running rigging aboard a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,1,4 ], "a physical challenge to an opponent, as to prevent his progress with the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,2,1 ], "to undertake (a task, problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,3,1 ], "to confront (a person, esp| an opponent) with a difficult proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tackle",1,3,2 ], "(esp| in football games) to challenge (an opponent) with a tackle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacky",1,1,1 ], "tackier, tackiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacky",1,1,2 ], "slightly sticky or adhesive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacky",2,1,1 ], "tackier, tackiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacky",2,1,2 ], "shabby or shoddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacky",2,1,3 ], "ostentatious and vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacky",2,1,4 ], "(of a person) eccentric; crazy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacmahack",1,1,1 ], "a variant of tacamahac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tacnode",1,1,1 ], "another name for osculation ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taco",1,1,1 ], "a tortilla folded into a roll with a filling and usually fried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taconite",1,1,1 ], "a fine-grained sedimentary rock containing magnetite, haematite, and silica," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taconite",1,1,1 ], "which occurs in the Lake Superior region: a low-grade iron ore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tact",1,1,1 ], "a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others, so as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tact",1,1,1 ], "avoid giving offence or to win good will; discretion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tact",1,1,2 ], "skill or judgment in handling difficult or delicate situations; diplomacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tact",1,1,3 ], "the sense of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactic",1,1,1 ], "a piece of tactics; tactical move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or employing tactics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactical",1,1,2 ], "skilful, adroit, or diplomatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactics",1,1,1 ], "manoeuvre to achieve an aim or task" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tactics",1,1,1 ], "the art and science of the detailed direction and control of movement or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactics",1,1,2 ], "the manoeuvres used to achieve an aim or task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactics",1,1,3 ], "plans followed in order to achieve a certain aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactile",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, affecting, or having a sense of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactile",1,1,2 ], "capable of being touched; tangible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taction",1,1,1 ], "the act of touching; contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactual",1,1,1 ], "caused by touch; causing a tactile sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tactual",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the tactile sense or the organs of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tad",1,1,1 ], "a small boy; lad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tadpole",1,1,1 ], "form with external gills into a form with internal gills, limbs, and a reduced tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tadpole",1,1,1 ], "the aquatic larva of frogs, toads, etc|, which develops from a limbless tailed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taedium vitae",1,1,1 ], "the feeling that life is boring and dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tael",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight, used in the Far East, having various values between one to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tael",1,1,1 ], "two and a half ounces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tael",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a Chinese monetary unit equivalent in value to a tael weight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tael",1,1,2 ], "standard silver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taenia",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Greece) a narrow fillet or headband for the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taenia",1,1,2 ], "the fillet between the architrave and frieze of a Doric entablature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taenia",1,1,3 ], "any bandlike structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taenia",1,1,4 ], "any tapeworm of the genus Taenia, such as T| soleum, a parasite of man that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taenia",1,1,4 ], "uses the pig as its intermediate host" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taeniacide",1,1,1 ], "a substance, esp| a drug, that kills tapeworms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taeniafuge",1,1,1 ], "a substance, esp| a drug, that expels tapeworms from the body of their host" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taeniasis",1,1,1 ], "infestation with tapeworms of the genus Taenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taffeta",1,1,1,1 ], "a thin crisp lustrous plain-weave fabric of silk, rayon, etc|, used esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taffeta",1,1,1,1 ], "women""s clothes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taffeta",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taffeta",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar fabrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taffrail",1,1,1 ], "a rail at the stern or above the transom of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taffrail",1,1,2 ], "ornately decorated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taffrail",1,1,2 ], "the upper part of the transom of a vessel, esp| a sailing vessel, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taffy",1,1,1 ], "a chewy sweet made of brown sugar or molasses and butter, boiled and then" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taffy",1,1,1 ], "pulled so that it becomes glossy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taffy",1,1,2 ], "a less common term for toffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tafia",1,1,1 ], "a type of rum, esp| from Guyana or the West Indies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tag end",1,1,1 ], "the last part of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tag end",1,1,2 ], "a loose end of cloth, thread, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 1],"a piece or strip of paper, plastic, leather, etc|, for attaching to something",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 1],"by one end as a mark or label",2). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 2],"a small piece of material hanging from or loosely attached to a part or piece",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 3],"a point of metal or other hard substance at the end of a cord, lace, etc|, to",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 3],"prevent it from fraying and to facilitate threading",2). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 4],"an epithet or verbal appendage, the refrain of a song, the moral of a fable,",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 4],"etc",2). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 5],"a brief quotation, esp| one in a foreign language",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 6],"an ornamental flourish as at the end of a signature",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 7],"the contrastingly coloured tip to an animal's tail",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 8],"a matted lock of wool or hair",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 1, 9],"a strand of tinsel, wire, etc|, tied to the body of an artificial fly",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 2, 1],"to mark with a tag",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 2, 2],"to add or append as a tag",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 2, 3],"to supply prose or blank verse with rhymes",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 2, 4],"(intr|",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 2, 5],"usually foll| by on or along) to trail (behind)",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 2, 6],"to name or call (someone something)",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,1, 2, 7],"to cut the tags of wool or hair from (an animal)",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 1, 1],"a children's game in which one player chases the others in an attempt to",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 1, 1],"catch one of them who will then become the chaser",2). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 1, 2],"the act of tagging one's partner in tag wrestling",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 1, 3],"denoting or relating to a professional wrestling contest between two teams of",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 1, 3],"outside the ring may enter the ring by touching his team-mate's hand while holding a",3). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 1, 3],"rope (tag rope) that is attached to the corner",4). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 1, 3],"two wrestlers, only one of whom may be in the ring at one time| The contestant",2). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 3, 1],"to catch (another child) in the game of tag",1). c_DEF([ "tag" ,2, 3, 2],"(in tag wrestling) to touch the hand of (one's partner)",1). c_DEF([ "taggers",1,1,1 ], "very thin iron or steel sheet coated with tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tagliatelle",1,1,1 ], "a form of pasta made in narrow strips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tagmeme",1,1,1 ], "a class of speech elements all of which may fulfil the same grammatical role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tagmeme",1,1,1 ], "in a sentence; the minimum unit of analysis in tagmemics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tagmemics",1,1,1 ], "a type of grammatical analysis based on the concept of function in sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tagmemics",1,1,1 ], "slots and the determination of classes of words that can fill each slot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tahina",1,1,1 ], "a paste made from sesame seeds originating in the Middle East, often used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tahina",1,1,1 ], "an ingredient of houmous and other dips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tahr",1,1,1 ], "any of several goatlike bovid mammals of the genus Hemitragus, such as H|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tahr",1,1,1 ], "horns" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tahr",1,1,1 ], "jemlahicus , of mountainous regions of S and SW Asia, having a shaggy coat and curved" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tahsil",1,1,1 ], "an administrative division of a zila in certain states in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tahsildar",1,1,1 ], "the officer in charge of the collection of revenues, etc|, in a tahsil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taig",1,1,1 ], "a Roman Catholic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taiga",1,1,1 ], "Eurasia, bordered by tundra to the north and steppe to the south" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taiga",1,1,1 ], "the coniferous forests extending across much of subarctic North America and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail coat",1,1,1 ], "a man""s black coat having a horizontal cut over the hips and a tapering tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail coat",1,1,1 ], "with a vertical slit up to the waist: worn as part of full evening dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail coat",1,1,2 ], "another name for morning coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail covert",1,1,1 ], "any of the covert feathers of a bird covering the bases of the tail feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail end",1,1,1 ], "the last, endmost, or final part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail fan",1,1,1 ], "formed from the telson and uropods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail fan",1,1,1 ], "the fanned structure at the hind end of a lobster or related crustacean," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail gate",1,1,1 ], "a gate that is used to control the flow of water at the lower end of a lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail off",1,1,1 ], "to decrease or cause to decrease in quantity, degree, etc|, esp| gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail rotor",1,1,1 ], "a small propeller fitted to the rear of a helicopter to counteract the torque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail rotor",1,1,1 ], "an opposite direction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tail rotor",1,1,1 ], "reaction of the main rotor and thus prevent the body of the helicopter from rotating in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel fitted to the rear of a vehicle, esp| the landing wheel under the tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail wheel",1,1,1 ], "of an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,1 ], "appendage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,1 ], "contains an elongation of the vertebral column, esp| forming a flexible movable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,1 ], "the region of the vertebrate body that is posterior to or above the anus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,10 ], "a person employed to follow and spy upon another or others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,11 ], "an informal word for buttocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,11,1 ], "the female genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,11,1 ], "the margin at the foot of a page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,11,2 ], "a woman considered sexually (esp| in the phrases piece of tail, bit of tail)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,11,2 ], "the bottom edge of a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,12 ], "the lower end of a pool or part of a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,13 ], "the course or track of a fleeing person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,14 ], "coming from or situated in the rear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,15 ], "turn tail| to run away; escape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,16 ], "with one""s tail between one""s legs| in a state of utter defeat or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling such an appendage in form or position; the bottom, lowest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,2 ], "or rear part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,3 ], "the last part or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,4 ], "surfaces; empennage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,4 ], "the rear part of an aircraft including the fin, tail plane, and control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,5 ], "long, driven from the head of a comet, when close to the sun, under the effect of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,5 ], "solar wind" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,5 ], "the luminous stream of gas and dust particles, up to 200 million kilometres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,6 ], "or stabilizing vanes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,6 ], "the rear portion of a bomb, rocket, missile, etc|, usually fitted with guiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,7 ], "a line of people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,8 ], "a long braid or tress of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,1,9 ], "a final short line in a stanza" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,2,1 ], "to form or cause to form the tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,2,2 ], "to remove the tail of (an animal); dock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,3,1 ], "to remove the stalk of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,4,1 ], "to connect (objects, ideas, etc|) together by or as if by the tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,5,1 ], "to follow stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,6,1 ], "to tend (cattle) on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,7,1 ], "(of a vessel) to assume a specified position, as when at a mooring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,8,1 ], "to build the end of (a brick, joist, etc|) into a wall or (of a brick, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",1,8,1 ], "to have one end built into a wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tail",2,1,1 ], "the limitation of an estate or interest to a person and the heirs of his body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail",2,2,1 ], "(of an estate or interest) limited in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail-heavy",1,1,1 ], "(of an aircraft) having too much weight at the rear because of overloading or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tail-heavy",1,1,1 ], "poor design" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailback",1,1,1 ], "a queue of traffic stretching back from an obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailboard",1,1,1 ], "a board at the rear of a lorry, wagon, etc|, that can be removed or let down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailboard",1,1,1 ], "on a hinge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailgate",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for tailboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailgate",1,2,1 ], "to drive very close behind (a vehicle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailing",1,1,1 ], "the part of a beam, rafter, projecting brick or stone, etc|, embedded in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailing",1,1,1 ], "wall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailings",1,1,1 ], "in milling grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailings",1,1,1 ], "waste left over after certain processes, such as from an ore-crushing plant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taille",1,1,1 ], "(in France before 1789) a tax levied by a king or overlord on his subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taillight",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for rear light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor""s chalk",1,1,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailor""s chalk",1,1,1 ], "pipeclay used by tailors and dressmakers to mark seams, darts, etc|, on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor""s-tack",1,1,1 ], "darts, etc|, from a paper pattern to material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailor""s-tack",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of loose looped stitches used to transfer markings for seams," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes, repairs, or alters outer garments, esp| men""s wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor",1,2,1 ], "to cut or style (material, clothes, etc|) to satisfy certain requirements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor",1,3,1 ], "to adapt so as to make suitable for something specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor",1,4,1 ], "to follow the occupation of a tailor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor-made",1,1,1 ], "made by a tailor to fit exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor-made",1,1,2 ], "perfectly meeting a particular purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor-made",1,2,1 ], "a tailor-made garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailor-made",1,2,2 ], "a cigarette made in a factory rather than rolled by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailorbird",1,1,1 ], "any of several tropical Asian warblers of the genus Orthotomus, which build" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailorbird",1,1,1 ], "nests by sewing together large leaves using plant fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailpiece",1,1,1 ], "an extension or appendage that lengthens or completes something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailpiece",1,1,2 ], "a decorative design at the foot of a page or end of a chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailpiece",1,1,3 ], "a piece of wood to which the strings of a violin, etc|, are attached at their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailpiece",1,1,3 ], "lower end| It is suspended between the taut strings and the bottom of the violin by a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailpiece",1,1,3 ], "piece of gut or metal" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tailpiece",1,1,4 ], "a short beam or rafter that has one end embedded in a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailpipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe from which the exhaust gases from an internal-combustion engine are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailpipe",1,1,1 ], "discharged, esp| the terminal pipe of the exhaust system of a motor vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailplane",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal aerofoil at the tail of an aircraft to provide longitudinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailplane",1,1,1 ], "stability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailrace",1,1,1 ], "a channel that carries water away from a waterwheel, turbine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailrace",1,1,2 ], "the channel for removing tailings in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tails",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for tail coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tails",1,3,1 ], "coin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tails",1,3,1 ], "with the reverse side of a coin uppermost: used as a call before tossing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailskid",1,1,1 ], "a runner under the tail of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailskid",1,1,2 ], "a rear-wheel skid of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailspin",1,1,1 ], "another name for spin ,1,15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailspin",1,1,2 ], "a state of confusion or panic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailstock",1,1,1 ], "a casting that slides on the bed of a lathe in alignment with the headstock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tailstock",1,1,1 ], "and is locked in position to support the free end of workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tailwind",1,1,1 ], "a wind blowing in the same direction as the course of an aircraft or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tain",1,1,1 ], "tin foil used in backing mirrors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taint",1,1,1 ], "to affect or be affected by pollution or contamination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taint",1,1,2 ], "to tarnish (someone""s reputation, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taint",1,2,1 ], "a defect or flaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taint",1,2,2 ], "a trace of contamination or infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taipan",1,1,1 ], "a large highly venomous elapid snake, Oxyuranus scutellatus, of NE Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taj",1,1,1 ], "a tall conical cap worn as a mark of distinction by Muslims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taka",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Bangladesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "takahe",1,1,1 ], "a very rare flightless New Zealand rail, Notornis mantelli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take aback",1,1,1 ], "to astonish or disconcert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take after",1,1,1 ], "to resemble in appearance, character, behaviour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take after",1,1,2 ], "to follow as an example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take apart",1,1,1 ], "to separate (something) into component parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take apart",1,1,2 ], "to criticize or punish severely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take back",1,1,1 ], "to retract or withdraw (something said, written, promised, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take back",1,1,2 ], "to regain possession of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take back",1,1,3 ], "to return for exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take back",1,1,4 ], "to move (copy) to the previous line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take down",1,1,1 ], "to record in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take down",1,1,2 ], "to dismantle or tear down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take down",1,1,3 ], "a peg)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "take down",1,1,3 ], "to lower or reduce in power, arrogance, etc| (esp| in the phrase to take down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take down",1,2,1 ], "take-down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take down",1,2,2 ], "made or intended to be disassembled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take for",1,1,1 ], "to consider or suppose to be, esp| mistakenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take for",1,1,2 ], "take for granted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take for",1,1,2,1 ], "to accept or assume without question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take for",1,1,2,2 ], "to fail to appreciate the value, merit, etc|, of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take in" ,1, 1, 1],"to comprehend or understand",1). c_DEF([ "take in" ,1, 1, 2],"to include or comprise",1). c_DEF([ "take in" ,1, 1, 3],"to receive into one's house in exchange for payment",1). c_DEF([ "take in" ,1, 1, 4],"to make (an article of clothing, etc|) smaller by altering seams",1). c_DEF([ "take in" ,1, 1, 5],"to cheat or deceive",1). c_DEF([ "take off" ,1, 1, 1],"to remove or discard (a garment)",1). c_DEF([ "take off" ,1, 2, 1],"(of an aircraft) to become airborne",1). c_DEF([ "take off" ,1, 2, 2],"to set out or cause to set out on a journey",1). c_DEF([ "take off" ,1, 3, 1],"(of a disease) to prove fatal to; kill",1). c_DEF([ "take off" ,1, 4, 1],"to mimic or imitate, esp| in an amusing or satirical manner",1). c_DEF([ "take on",1,1,1 ], "to employ or hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take on",1,1,2 ], "to assume or acquire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take on",1,1,3 ], "to agree to do; undertake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take on",1,1,4 ], "to compete against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take on",1,2,1 ], "to exhibit great emotion, esp| of grief| y" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 1],"to extract or remove",1). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 2],"to obtain or secure (a licence, patent, etc|) from an authority",1). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 3],"to go out with; escort",1). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 4],"difficult contract",2). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 4],"to bid a different suit from (one's partner) in order to rescue him from a",1). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 5],"to win, esp| in sport",1). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 6],"take it or a lot out of| Informal| to sap the energy or vitality of",1). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 7],"innocent person",2). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 7],"take out on| Informal| to vent (anger, frustration, etc|) on, esp| on an",1). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 8],"problems, etc",2). c_DEF([ "take out" ,1, 1, 8],"take someone out of himself| Informal| to make a person forget his anxieties,",1). c_DEF([ "take over" ,1, 1, 1],"to assume the control or management of",1). c_DEF([ "take over" ,1, 1, 2],"to move (copy) to the next line",1). c_DEF([ "take to",1,1,1 ], "to make for; flee to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take to",1,1,2 ], "to have a liking for, esp| after a short acquaintance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take to",1,1,3 ], "to have recourse to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take to",1,1,4 ], "take to heart| to regard seriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 10, 1],"to argue or dispute with (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 10, 2],"to accept what is offered by (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 10],"take up on",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 11, 1],"to discuss with (someone); refer to",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 11, 2],"to begin to keep company or associate with",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 11],"take up with",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 1],"to adopt the study, practice, or activity of",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 2],"to shorten (a garment or part of a garment)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 3],"to pay off (a note, mortgage, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 4],"to agree to or accept (an invitation, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 5],"to pursue further or resume (something)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 6],"to absorb (a liquid)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 7],"to adopt as a protege; act as a patron to",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 8],"to occupy or fill (space or time)",1). c_DEF([ "take up" ,1, 1, 9],"to interrupt, esp| in order to contradict or criticize",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 10],"to endure, esp| with fortitude",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 11],"to adopt as a symbol of duty, obligation, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 12],"to receive or react to in a specified way",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 13],"to adopt as one's own",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 14],"to receive and make use of",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 15],"to receive into the body, as by eating, inhaling, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 16],"to eat, drink, etc|, esp| habitually",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 17],"to have or be engaged in for one's benefit or use",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 18],"to work at or study",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 19],"to make, do, or perform (an action)",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 1],"to gain possession of (something) by force or effort",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 20],"to make use of",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 21],"to put into effect; adopt",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 22],"to make a photograph of or admit of being photographed",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 23],"to act or perform",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 24],"to write down or copy",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 25],"to experience or feel",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 26],"to consider, believe, or regard",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 27],"to consider or accept as valid",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 28],"to hold or maintain in the mind",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 29],"to deal or contend with",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 2],"to appropriate or steal",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 30],"to use as a particular case",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 3],"to receive or accept into a relationship with oneself",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 4],"to pay for or buy",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 5],"to rent or lease",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 6],"to receive or obtain by regular payment",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 7],"to obtain by competing for; win",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 8],"to obtain or derive from a source",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 1, 9],"to assume the obligations of",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 2, 1],"to diminish or detract",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 2, 2],"to confront successfully",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 3, 1],"to have or produce the intended effect; succeed",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 10],"to escort or accompany",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 11],"to bring or deliver to a state, position, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 12],"to go to look for; seek",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 13],"to ascertain or determine by measuring, computing, etc|",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 1],"(of seeds, plants, etc|) to start growing successfully",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 2],"to aim or direct",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 3],"to deal a blow to in a specified place",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 4],"to have sexual intercourse with",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 5],"to carry off or remove from a place",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 6],"to carry along or have in one's possession",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 7],"to convey or transport",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 8],"to use as a means of transport",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 4, 9],"to conduct or lead",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 1],"(of a mechanism) to catch or engage (a part)",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 2],"to put an end to; destroy",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 3],"to come upon unexpectedly; discover",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 4],"to contract",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 5],"to affect or attack",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 6],"to become suddenly or be rendered (ill)",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 7],"to absorb or become absorbed by something",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 5, 8],"to charm or captivate",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 6, 1],"to be or become popular; win favour",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 6, 2],"to require or need",1). c_DEF([ "take" ,1, 6, 3],"to subtract or deduct",1). c_DEF([ "take-home pay",1,1,1 ], "deductions have been made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "take-home pay",1,1,1 ], "the remainder of one""s pay after all income tax and other compulsory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "takeaway",1,1,1 ], "sold for consumption away from the premises on which it is prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "takeaway",1,1,2 ], "preparing and selling food for consumption away from the premises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "takeaway",1,2,1 ], "a shop or restaurant that sells such food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taken",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taken",1,2,1 ], "enthusiastically impressed (by); infatuated (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taker",1,1,1 ], "a person who takes something, esp| a bet, wager, or offer of purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "takin",1,1,1 ], "a massive bovid mammal, Budorcas taxicolor, of mountainous regions of S Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "takin",1,1,1 ], "having a shaggy coat, short legs, and horns that point backwards and upwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taking",1,1,1 ], "charming, fascinating, or intriguing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taking",1,1,2 ], "infectious; catching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taking",1,2,1 ], "something taken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taking",1,2,2 ], "receipts; earnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talapoin",1,1,1 ], "W African forests, having olive-green fur and slightly webbed digits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talapoin",1,1,1 ], "the smallest of the guenon monkeys, Cercopithecus talapoin, of swampy central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talapoin",1,1,1,1 ], "(in Burma and Siam)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talapoin",1,1,2 ], "a Buddhist monk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talapoin",1,1,2,2 ], "a title of respect used in addressing such monks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talaria",1,1,1 ], "winged sandals, such as those worn by Hermes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talc",1,1,1 ], "a white, pale green, or grey soft greasy secondary mineral consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talc",1,1,1 ], "as soapstone: used in the manufacture of ceramics and paints and as a filler," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "talc",1,1,1 ], "dusting agent, in talcum powder, etc|Formula: Mg\3Si\4O\1\0(OH)\2" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "talc",1,1,1 ], "hydrated magnesium silicate and occurring in metamorphic rocks as micaceous flakes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talc",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to apply talc to| &-!talcose or !talcous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talcum powder",1,1,1 ], "a powder made of purified talc, usually scented, used for perfuming the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talcum powder",1,1,1 ], "and for absorbing excess moisture| Often shortened to talc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,1 ], "a report, narrative, or story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,2 ], "one of a group of short stories connected by an overall narrative framework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,2,1 ], "a malicious or meddlesome rumour or piece of gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,2,2 ], "talebearer; taleteller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,3 ], "a fictitious or false statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,4 ], "tell tales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,4,1 ], "to tell fanciful lies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,4,2 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,4,2 ], "to report malicious stories, trivial complaints, etc|, esp| to someone in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,5 ], "tell a tale| to reveal something important" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,6 ], "tell its own tale| to be self-evident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,6,1 ], "a number; amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,6,2 ], "computation or enumeration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tale",1,1,7 ], "an obsolete word for talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talent scout",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is the search for talented artists, sportsmen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talent scout",1,1,1 ], "performers, etc|, for engagements as professionals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talent",1,1,1 ], "ability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talent",1,1,1 ], "innate ability, aptitude, or faculty, esp| when unspecified; above average" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talent",1,1,2 ], "a person or persons possessing such ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talent",1,1,3 ], "any of various ancient units of weight and money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talent",1,1,4 ], "girls collectively, esp| those living in a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talent",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taler",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of thaler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tales",1,1,1 ], "a group of persons summoned from among those present in court or from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tales",1,1,1 ], "bystanders to fill vacancies on a jury panel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tales",1,1,2 ], "the writ summoning such jurors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taligrade",1,1,1 ], "(of mammals) walking on the outer side of the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talion",1,1,1 ], "crime; retaliation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talion",1,1,1 ], "the system or legal principle of making the punishment correspond to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taliped",1,1,1 ], "having a club foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taliped",1,2,1 ], "a clubfooted person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talipes",1,1,1 ], "a congenital deformity of the foot by which it is twisted in any of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talipes",1,1,1 ], "positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talipes",1,1,2 ], "a technical name for club foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talipot",1,1,1 ], "a palm tree, Corypha umbraculifera, of the East Indies, having large leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talipot",1,1,1 ], "that are used for fans, thatching houses, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talisman",1,1,1 ], "a stone or other small object, usually inscribed or carved, believed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talisman",1,1,1 ], "protect the wearer from evil influences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talisman",1,1,2 ], "anything thought to have magical or protective powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk about",1,1,1 ], "to discuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk about",1,1,2 ], "used informally and often ironically to add emphasis to a statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk about",1,1,3 ], "know what one is talking about| to have thorough or specialized knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk at",1,1,1 ], "to speak to (a person) in a way that indicates a response is not really" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk at",1,1,1 ], "wanted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talk back" ,1, 1, 1],"to answer boldly or impudently",1). c_DEF([ "talk down",1,1,1 ], "to behave (towards) in a superior or haughty manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk down",1,2,1 ], "to override (a person or argument) by continuous or loud talking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk down",1,3,1 ], "to give instructions to (an aircraft) by radio to enable it to land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk into",1,1,1 ], "to persuade to by talking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk out",1,1,1 ], "to resolve or eliminate by talking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk out",1,2,1 ], "to block (a bill, etc|) in a legislative body by lengthy discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk out",1,2,2 ], "talk out of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk out",1,3,1 ], "to dissuade from by talking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk round",1,1,1 ], "to persuade to one""s opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk round",1,2,1 ], "conclusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talk round",1,2,1 ], "to discuss the arguments relating to (a subject), esp| without coming to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk round",1,3,1 ], "to discuss (a subject) vaguely without considering basic facts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk show",1,1,1 ], "another name for chat show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,1,1 ], "(to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,1,1 ], "to express one""s thoughts, feelings, or desires by means of words (to); speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,10,1 ], "to make sounds suggestive of talking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,1 ], "to be effective or persuasive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,2 ], "now you""re talking| Informal| at last you""re saying something agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,3 ], "talk big| to boast or brag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,4 ], "talk shop| to speak about one""s work, esp| when meeting socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,5 ], "thing yourself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,5 ], "you can talk| Informal| you don""t have to worry about doing a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,6 ], "very matter you are upholding or decrying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,11,6 ], "you can or can""t talk| Informal| you yourself are guilty of offending in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,12,1 ], "a speech or lecture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,12,2 ], "an exchange of ideas or thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,12,3 ], "idle chatter, gossip, or rumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,12,4 ], "a subject of conversation; theme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,12,5 ], "a conference, discussion, or negotiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,12,6 ], "a specific manner of speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,2,1 ], "to communicate or exchange thoughts by other means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,3,1 ], "to exchange ideas, pleasantries, or opinions (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,4,1 ], "to articulate words; verbalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,5,1 ], "to give voice to; utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,6,1 ], "to hold a conversation about; discuss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,7,1 ], "to reveal information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,8,1 ], "to know how to communicate in (a language or idiom)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talk",1,9,1 ], "to spread rumours or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talkative",1,1,1 ], "given to talking a great deal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talkie",1,1,1 ], "an early film with a soundtrack| Full name: talking picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talking book",1,1,1 ], "a tape recording or gramophone record of a book, designed to be used by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talking book",1,1,1 ], "blind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talking-to",1,1,1 ], "a session of criticism, as of the work or attitude of a subordinate by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talking-to",1,1,1 ], "person in authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talky",1,1,1 ], "talkier, talkiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talky",1,1,2 ], "containing too much dialogue or inconsequential talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall oil",1,1,1 ], "any of various oily liquid mixtures obtained by acidifying the liquor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall oil",1,1,1 ], "resulting from the treatment of wood pulp with sodium hydroxide: it contains chiefly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tall oil",1,1,1 ], "rosin acids and fatty acids and is used in making soaps and lubricants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tall poppy",1,1,1 ], "a person who has a high salary or is otherwise prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall",1,1,1 ], "of more than average height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall",1,1,1,1 ], "having a specified height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall",1,1,1,2 ], "a twenty-foot-tall partition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall",1,1,2 ], "exaggerated or incredible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall",1,1,3 ], "difficult to accomplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tall",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallage",1,1,1,1 ], "a tax levied by the Norman and early Angevin kings on their Crown lands and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallage",1,1,1,1 ], "royal towns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tallage",1,1,1,2 ], "a toll levied by a lord upon his tenants or by a feudal lord upon his vassals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallage",1,2,1 ], "to levy a tax; impose a tax (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallboy",1,1,1 ], "a high chest of drawers made in two sections and placed one on top of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallboy",1,1,1 ], "other; chest-on-chest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tallith" ,1, 1, 1],"a white shawl with fringed corners worn over the head and shoulders by Jewish",1). c_DEF([ "tallith" ,1, 1, 1],"males during religious services",2). c_DEF([ "tallith" ,1, 1, 2],"a smaller form of this worn under the outer garment during waking hours by",1). c_DEF([ "tallith" ,1, 1, 2],"some Jewish males",2). c_DEF([ "tallow wood",1,1,1 ], "a tall eucalyptus tree, Eucalyptus microcorys, of coastal regions, having soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallow wood",1,1,1 ], "fibrous bark and conical fruits and yielding a greasy timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tallow",1,1,1 ], "a fatty substance consisting of a mixture of glycerides, including stearic," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallow",1,1,1 ], "for making soap, candles, food, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tallow",1,1,1 ], "palmitic, and oleic acids and extracted chiefly from the suet of sheep and cattle: used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tallow",1,2,1 ], "to cover or smear with tallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tally",1,1,1 ], "sighted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tally",1,1,1 ], "the cry of a participant at a hunt to encourage the hounds when the quarry is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tally",1,2,1 ], "an instance of crying tally-ho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tally",1,2,2 ], "another name for a four-in-hand ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tally",1,3,1 ], "(intr|) to make the cry of tally-ho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tally-ho" ,1, 1, 1],"sighted",2). c_DEF([ "tally-ho" ,1, 1, 1],"the cry of a participant at a hunt to encourage the hounds when the quarry is",1). c_DEF([ "tally-ho" ,1, 3, 1],"an instance of crying tally-ho",1). c_DEF([ "tally-ho" ,1, 3, 2],"another name for a four-in-hand ,1,1",1). c_DEF([ "tally-ho" ,1, 5, 1],"(intr|) to make the cry of tally-ho",1). c_DEF([ "tallyman",1,1,1 ], "a scorekeeper or recorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tallyman",1,1,2 ], "a travelling salesman for a firm specializing in hire-purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talon",1,1,1 ], "a sharply hooked claw, esp| of a bird of prey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talon",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling a bird""s claw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talon",1,1,3 ], "the part of a lock that the key presses on when it is turned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talon",1,1,4 ], "the pile of cards left after the deal|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talon",1,1,5 ], "another name for ogee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taluk" ,1, 1, 2],"(in India) a subdivision of a district; a group of several villages organized",1). c_DEF([ "taluk" ,1, 1, 2],"for revenue purposes",2). c_DEF([ "taluk" ,1, 1, 3],"a hereditary estate",1). c_DEF([ "talus",1,1,1 ], "joint|Nontechnical name: anklebone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "talus",1,1,1 ], "the bone of the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talus",2,1,1 ], "another name for scree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talus",2,1,2 ], "the sloping side of a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "talweg",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of thalweg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tam",1,1,1 ], "short for tam-o""-shanter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tam-o""-shanter",1,1,1 ], "a Scottish brimless wool cap with a bobble in the centre, usually worn pulled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tam-o""-shanter",1,1,1 ], "down at one side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tam-tam",1,1,1 ], "another name for gong ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamale",1,1,1 ], "a Mexican dish made of minced meat mixed with crushed maize and seasonings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamale",1,1,1 ], "wrapped in maize husks and steamed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamandua",1,1,1 ], "a small toothless arboreal edentate mammal, Tamandua tetradactyla, of Central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamandua",1,1,1 ], "and South America, having a prehensile tail and tubular mouth specialized for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamandua",1,1,1 ], "feeding on termites: family Myrmecophagidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tamarack",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American larches, esp| Larix laricina, which has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarack",1,1,1 ], "reddish-brown bark, bluish-green needle-like leaves, and shiny oval cones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamarack",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarau",1,1,1 ], "Mindora in the Philippines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamarau",1,1,1 ], "a small rare member of the cattle tribe, Anoa mindorensis, of lowland areas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarin",1,1,1 ], "Callithricidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tamarin",1,1,1 ], "Leontideus, of South and Central American forests; similar to the marmosets: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamarin",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small monkeys of the genera Saguinus (or Leontocebus) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarind",1,1,1 ], "a caesalpiniaceous tropical evergreen tree, Tamarindus indica, having pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarind",1,1,1 ], "yellow red-streaked flowers and brown pulpy pods, each surrounded by a brittle shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamarind",1,1,2 ], "medicines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamarind",1,1,2 ], "the acid fruit of this tree, used as a food and to make beverages and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarind",1,1,3 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarisk",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean region and S and SE Asia, having scalelike leaves, slender branches, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamarisk",1,1,1 ], "any of various ornamental trees and shrubs of the genus Tamarix, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamarisk",1,1,1 ], "feathery clusters of pink or whitish flowers: family Tamaricaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tamasha",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a show entertainment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambac",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tombac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,1 ], "the sloping buttress on one side of the receiver""s end of the court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,2 ], "a small round embroidery frame, consisting of two concentric hoops over which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,2 ], "the fabric is stretched while being worked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,3 ], "embroidered work done on such a frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,4 ], "a sliding door on desks, cabinets, etc|, made of thin strips of wood glued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,4 ], "side by side onto a canvas backing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,5 ], "a wall that is circular in plan, esp| one that supports a dome or one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,5 ], "surrounded by a colonnade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,1,6 ], "a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambour",1,2,1 ], "to embroider (fabric, a design) on a tambour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamboura",1,1,1 ], "an instrument with a long neck, four strings, and no frets, used in Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamboura",1,1,1 ], "music to provide a drone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tambourin",1,1,1 ], "an 18th-century Provencal folk dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambourin",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambourin",1,1,3 ], "a small drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambourine",1,1,1 ], "a circular wooden frame hung with pairs of metal discs that jingle when it is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tambourine",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of a single drumhead of skin stretched over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tambourine",1,1,1 ], "struck or shaken" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,1,1 ], "changed by man from a naturally wild state into a tractable, domesticated, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,1,1 ], "cultivated condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) not fearful of human contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,1,3 ], "lacking in spirit or initiative; meek or submissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,1,4 ], "flat, insipid, or uninspiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,1,5 ], "slow-moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,2,1 ], "to make tame; domesticate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,2,2 ], "to break the spirit of, subdue, or curb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tame",1,2,3 ], "to tone down, soften, or mitigate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamis",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for tammy'3| " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tammy" ,3, 1, 1],"a rough-textured woollen cloth used for straining sauces, soups, etc",1). c_DEF([ "tammy" ,3, 2, 1],"(tr|) to strain (sauce, soup, etc|) through a tammy",1). c_DEF([ "tammy",1,1,1 ], "a glazed woollen or mixed fabric, used for linings, undergarments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tammy",2,1,1 ], "another word for tam-o""-shanter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamp",1,1,1 ], "to force or pack down firmly by repeated blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamp",1,1,2 ], "to pack sand, earth, etc| into (a drill hole) over an explosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamp",2,1,1 ], "to bounce (a ball)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamp",2,2,1 ], "to pour with rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamper",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by with) to interfere or meddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamper",1,1,2 ], "to use corrupt practices such as bribery or blackmail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamper",1,1,3 ], "(usually foll| by with) to attempt to influence or corrupt, esp| by bribery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamper",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that tamps, esp| an instrument for packing down tobacco in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamper",2,1,1 ], "pipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamper",2,1,2 ], "a casing around the core of a nuclear weapon to increase its efficiency by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tamper",2,1,2 ], "reflecting neutrons and delaying the expansion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tamping",1,1,1 ], "very angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tampion",1,1,1 ], "a plug placed in a gun""s muzzle when the gun is not in use to keep out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tampion",1,1,1 ], "moisture and dust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tampon",1,1,1 ], "a plug of lint, cotton wool, cotton, etc|, inserted into an open wound or body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tampon",1,1,1 ], "cavity to stop the flow of blood, absorb secretions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tampon",1,2,1 ], "to plug (a wound, etc|) with a tampon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,1,1 ], "rays, esp| those of the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,1,1 ], "the brown colour produced by the skin after intensive exposure to ultraviolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,1,2 ], "a light or moderate yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,1,3 ], "short for ,tanbark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,2,1 ], "to go brown or cause to go brown after exposure to ultraviolet rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,2,2 ], "such as vegetable tannins, chromium salts, fish oils, or formaldehyde" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,2,2 ], "to convert (a skin or hide) into leather by treating it with a tanning agent," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,2,4 ], "to beat or flog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,3,1 ], "of the colour tan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",1,3,2 ], "used in or relating to tanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tan",2,2,1 ], "tangent ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tana",1,1,1 ], "a small Madagascan lemur, Phaner furcifer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tana",1,1,2 ], "a large tree shrew, Tupaia tana, of Sumatra and Borneo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanager",1,1,1 ], "a brilliantly coloured male plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tanager",1,1,1 ], "any American songbird of the family Thraupidae, having a short thick bill and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanbark",1,1,1 ], "tannin| Often shortened to tan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tanbark",1,1,1 ], "the bark of certain trees, esp| the oak and hemlock, used as a source of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,1,1 ], "a bicycle with two sets of pedals and two saddles, arranged one behind the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,1,1 ], "other for two riders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,1,2 ], "a two-wheeled carriage drawn by two horses harnessed one behind the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,1,3 ], "a team of two horses so harnessed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,1,4 ], "any arrangement of two things in which one is placed behind the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,2,1 ], "exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,2,1 ], "used as, used in, or routed through an intermediate automatic telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tandem",1,3,1 ], "one behind the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tang",1,1,1 ], "a strong taste or flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tang",1,1,2 ], "a pungent or characteristic smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tang",1,1,3 ], "a trace, touch, or hint of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tang",1,1,4 ], "fitted into a handle, shaft, or stock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tang",1,1,4 ], "the pointed end of a tool, such as a chisel, file, knife, etc|, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangelo",1,1,1 ], "a hybrid produced by crossing a tangerine tree with a grapefruit tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangelo",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this hybrid, having orange acid-tasting flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent galvanometer",1,1,1 ], "a type of galvanometer having a vertical coil of wire with a horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent galvanometer",1,1,1 ], "magnetic needle at its centre| The current to be measured is passed through the coil and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangent galvanometer",1,1,1 ], "produces a proportional magnetic field which deflects the needle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,1 ], "a geometric line, curve, plane, or curved surface that touches another curve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,1 ], "or surface at one point but does not intersect it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,2 ], "(of an angle) a trigonometric function that in a right-angled triangle is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,2 ], "ratio of the length of the opposite side to that of the adjacent side; the ratio of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,2 ], "sine to cosine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,3 ], "the straight part on a survey line between curves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,4 ], "a part of the action of a clavichord consisting of a small piece of metal that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,4 ], "strikes the string and curtails its vibrations almost immediately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,5 ], "on or at a tangent| on a completely different or divergent course, esp| of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,1,5 ], "thought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,2,1,1 ], "of or involving a tangent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,2,1,2 ], "touching at a single point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,2,2 ], "touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangent",1,2,3 ], "almost irrelevant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangential",1,1,1 ], "of, being, relating to, or in the direction of a tangent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangential",1,1,2 ], "in a direction perpendicular to the line of sight of a celestial object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangential",1,1,3 ], "of superficial relevance only; digressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangerine",1,1,1 ], "an Asian citrus tree, Citrus reticulata, cultivated for its small edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangerine",1,1,1 ], "orange-like fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangerine",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this tree, having a loose rind and sweet spicy flesh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangerine",1,1,2,1 ], "a reddish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangerine",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being touched or felt; having real substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangible",1,1,2 ], "capable of being clearly grasped by the mind; substantial rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangible",1,1,2 ], "imaginary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangible",1,1,3 ], "having a physical existence; corporeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangible",1,2,1 ], "a tangible thing or asset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangle",1,1,1 ], "a confused or complicated mass of hairs, lines, fibres, etc|, knotted or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangle",1,1,1 ], "coiled together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangle",1,1,2 ], "a complicated problem, condition, or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangle",1,2,1 ], "to become or cause to become twisted together in a confused mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangle",1,3,1 ], "to come into conflict; contend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangle",1,4,1 ], "to involve in matters which hinder or confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangle",1,5,1 ], "to ensnare or trap, as in a net" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangleberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for dangleberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tango" ,1, 1, 1],"a Latin-American dance in duple time, characterized by long gliding steps and",1). c_DEF([ "tango" ,1, 1, 1],"sudden pauses",2). c_DEF([ "tango" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance",1). c_DEF([ "tango" ,1, 2, 1],"(intr|) to perform this dance",1). c_DEF([ "tangram",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese puzzle in which a square, cut into a parallelogram, a square, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangram",1,1,1 ], "five triangles, is formed into figures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tangy",1,1,1 ], "tangier, tangiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tangy",1,1,2 ], "having a pungent, fresh, or briny flavour or aroma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanh",1,1,1 ], "hyperbolic tangent; a hyperbolic function that is the ratio of sinh to cosh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanist",1,1,1 ], "lifetime: usually the worthiest of his kin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tanist",1,1,1 ], "the heir apparent of a Celtic chieftain chosen by election during the chief""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank engine",1,1,1 ], "a steam locomotive that carries its water supply in tanks mounted around its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank engine",1,1,1 ], "boiler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tank farming",1,1,1 ], "another name for hydroponics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank top",1,1,1 ], "a sleeveless upper garment with wide shoulder straps and a low neck, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank top",1,1,1 ], "worn over a shirt, blouse, or jumper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tank up",1,1,1 ], "to fill the tank of (a vehicle) with petrol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank up",1,1,2 ], "to imbibe or cause to imbibe a large quantity of alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank wagon",1,1,1 ], "a form of railway wagon carrying a tank for the transport of liquids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,1 ], "a large container or reservoir for the storage of liquids or gases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,1,1 ], "an armoured combat vehicle moving on tracks and armed with guns, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,2 ], "or U|S| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,3 ], "a reservoir, lake, or pond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,3,1 ], "a jail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,3,1 ], "a light-tight container inside which a film can be processed in daylight, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,3,1 ], "solutions and rinsing waters being poured in and out without light entering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,3,2 ], "a jail cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,3,2 ], "any large dish or container used for processing a number of strips or sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,3,2 ], "of film" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,4 ], "the quantity contained in a tank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,1,5 ], "a dam formed by excavation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,2,1 ], "to put or keep in a tank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tank",1,3,1 ], "to move like a tank, esp| heavily and rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanka",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese verse form consisting of five lines, the first and third having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanka",1,1,1 ], "five syllables, the others seven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tankage",1,1,1 ], "the capacity or contents of a tank or tanks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tankage",1,1,2 ], "the act of storing in a tank or tanks, or a fee charged for such storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tankage",1,1,2,1 ], "fertilizer consisting of the dried and ground residues of animal carcasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tankage",1,1,2,2 ], "a protein supplement feed for livestock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tankard",1,1,1,1 ], "a large one-handled drinking vessel, commonly made of silver, pewter, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tankard",1,1,1,1 ], "glass, sometimes fitted with a hinged lid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tankard",1,1,1,2 ], "the quantity contained in a tankard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanker",1,1,1 ], "a ship, lorry, or aeroplane designed to carry liquid in bulk, such as oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tannage",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of tanning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tannage",1,1,2 ], "a skin or hide that has been tanned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tannate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of tannic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanner",1,1,1 ], "a person who tans skins and hides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tanner",2,1,1 ], "an informal word for sixpence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tannery",1,1,1 ], "a place or building where skins and hides are tanned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tannic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, containing, or produced from tan, tannin, or tannic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tannin",1,1,1 ], "and used as tanning agents, mordants, medical astringents, etc| Tannins are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tannin",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of yellowish or brownish solid compounds found in many plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tannin",1,1,1 ], "derivatives of gallic acid with the approximate formula C76H52O46" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tansy",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tansy",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous plants of the genus Tanacetum, esp| T| vulgare, having yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tansy",1,1,1 ], "flowers in flat-topped clusters and formerly used in medicine and for seasoning: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tansy",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tant mieux",1,1,1 ], "so much the better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tant pis",1,1,1 ], "so much the worse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalate",1,1,1 ], "any of various salts of tantalic acid formed when the pentoxide of tantalum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalate",1,1,1 ], "dissolves in an alkali" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tantalic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white gelatinous substance produced by hydrolysis of tantalic halides| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalic acid",1,1,1 ], "dissolves in strong bases to give tantalates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tantalic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing tantalum, esp| in the pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalite",1,1,1 ], "a heavy brownish mineral consisting of a tantalum oxide of iron and manganese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalite",1,1,1 ], "columbite, and is an ore of tantalum| Formula: (Fe,Mn)(Ta,Nb)2O6" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tantalite",1,1,1 ], "in orthorhombic crystalline form: it occurs in coarse granite, often with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tantalize",1,1,1 ], "greatly desired but inaccessible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tantalize",1,1,1 ], "to tease or make frustrated, as by tormenting with the sight of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing tantalum in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalum",1,1,1 ], "a hard greyish-white metallic element that occurs with niobium in tantalite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalum",1,1,1 ], "and chemical resistance, esp| in surgical instruments| Symbol: Ta; atomic no|: 73;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tantalum",1,1,1 ], "and columbite: used in electrolytic rectifiers and in alloys to increase hardness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tantalum",1,1,1 ], "atomic wt|: 180|95; valency: 2,3,4, or 5; relative density: 16|65; melting pt|: 2996" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tantalum",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: 5425 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "tantalus",1,1,1 ], "a case in which bottles may be locked with their contents tantalizingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantalus",1,1,1 ], "visible" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tantamount",1,1,1 ], "as good (as) equivalent in effect (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantara",1,1,1 ], "a fanfare or blast, as on a trumpet or horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantivy" ,1, 1, 1],"at full speed; rapidly",1). c_DEF([ "tantivy" ,1, 2, 2],"a hunting cry, esp| at full gallop",1). c_DEF([ "tanto",1,1,1 ], "too much; excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tantrum",1,1,1 ], "a childish fit of rage outburst of bad temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap dance",1,1,1 ], "a step dance in which the performer wears shoes equipped with taps that make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap dance",1,1,1 ], "rhythmic sound on the stage as he dances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tap dance",1,2,1 ], "tap-dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap dance",1,2,2 ], "to perform a tap dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap water",1,1,1 ], "distilled water, mineral water, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tap water",1,1,1 ], "water drawn off through taps from pipes in a house, as distinguished from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 1],"a valve by which a fluid flow from a pipe can be controlled by opening and",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 1],"closing an orifice| U|S| name: faucet",2). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 2],"a controlled flow",2). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 2],"a stopper to plug a cask or barrel and enable the contents to be drawn out in",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 3],"a particular quality of alcoholic drink, esp| when contained in casks",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 4],"short for ,taproom",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 5],"the surgical withdrawal of fluid from a bodily cavity",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 6],"a tool for cutting female screw threads, consisting of a threaded steel",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 6],"cylinder with longitudinal grooves forming cutting edges",2). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 7],"a connection made at some point between the end terminals of an inductor,",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 7],"resistor, or some other component| Usual Brit| name: tapping|",2). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 8],"a concealed listening or recording device connected to a telephone or",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 8],"telegraph wire for the purpose of obtaining information secretly",2). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 9, 1],"ready for immediate use",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 9, 2],"(of drinks) on draught",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 1, 9],"on tap",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 1],"to furnish with a tap",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 2],"to draw off with or as if with a tap",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 3],"to ask or beg (someone) for money",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 4],"a",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 5, 2],"to listen in secret to (a telephone message, etc|) by means of a tap",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 5],"to connect a tap to (a telephone or telegraph wire)",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 6],"to make a connection to (a pipe, drain, etc|)",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 7],"to cut a female screw thread in (an object or material) by use of a tap",1). c_DEF([ "tap" ,2, 3, 8],"to withdraw (fluid) from (a bodily cavity)",1). c_DEF([ "tap",1,1,1 ], "to strike (something) lightly and usually repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,1,2 ], "to produce by striking in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,2,1 ], "to strike lightly with (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,3,1 ], "to walk with a tapping sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,4,1 ], "to attach metal or leather reinforcing pieces to (the toe or heel of a shoe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,5,1 ], "a light blow or knock, or the sound made by it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,5,2 ], "the metal piece attached to the toe or heel of a shoe used for tap dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,5,3 ], "short for tap dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,5,4 ], "execution of a trill or roll" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,5,4 ], "the contact made between the tip of the tongue and the alveolar ridge as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tap",1,5,4 ], "tongue is flicked upwards in the execution of a flap or vibrates rapidly in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tapa",1,1,1 ], "the inner bark of the paper mulberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapa",1,1,2 ], "a paper-like cloth made from this in the Pacific islands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapadera",1,1,1 ], "the leather covering for the stirrup on an American saddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape deck",1,1,1 ], "and erasing heads| Sometimes shortened to deck" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tape deck",1,1,1 ], "recorder, incorporating the motor or motors that drive them and the playback, recording," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tape deck",1,1,1 ], "the platform supporting the spools, cassettes, or cartridges of a tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape grass",1,1,1 ], "any of several submerged freshwater plants of the genus Vallisneria, esp| V|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape grass",1,1,1 ], "spiralis, of warm temperate regions, having ribbon-like leaves: family Hydrocharitaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tape machine",1,1,1 ], "a telegraphic receiving device that records current stock quotations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape machine",1,1,1 ], "electronically or on ticker tape| U|S| equivalent: ticker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tape measure",1,1,1 ], "a tape or length of metal marked off in inches, centimetres, etc|, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape measure",1,1,1 ], "principally for measuring and fitting garments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tape recorder",1,1,1 ], "also for reproducing them, consisting of a tape deck and one or more amplifiers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tape recorder",1,1,1 ], "an electrical device used for recording sounds on magnetic tape and usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape recorder",1,1,1 ], "loudspeakers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tape recording",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of recording on magnetic tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape recording",1,1,2 ], "the magnetized tape used in making such a recording" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape recording",1,1,3 ], "the speech, music, etc|, so recorded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,1,1 ], "a long thin strip, made of cotton, linen, etc|, used for binding, fastening," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,1,2 ], "any long narrow strip of cellulose, paper, metal, etc|, having similar uses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,1,3 ], "a string stretched across the track at the end of a race course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with tapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,2,2 ], "to bind, measure, secure, or wrap with tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,2,3 ], "to take stock of (a person or situation); sum up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tape",1,2,4 ], "Also: tape-record| to record (speech, music, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taper",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become narrower towards one end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taper",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become smaller or less significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taper",1,2,1 ], "a thin candle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taper",1,2,2 ], "a thin wooden or waxed strip for transferring a flame; spill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taper",1,2,3 ], "a narrowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taper",1,2,4 ], "any feeble source of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapestry",1,1,1 ], "a heavy ornamental fabric, often representing a picture, used for wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapestry",1,1,1 ], "hangings, furnishings, etc|, and made by weaving coloured threads into a fixed warp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tapestry",1,1,2 ], "another word for needlepoint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapetum",1,1,1 ], "a layer of nutritive cells in the sporangia of ferns and anthers of flowering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapetum",1,1,1 ], "plants that surrounds developing spore cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tapetum",1,1,2 ], "a membranous reflecting layer of cells in the choroid of the eye of nocturnal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapetum",1,1,2 ], "vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tapeworm",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic ribbon-like flatworm of the class Cestoda, having a body divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapeworm",1,1,1 ], "intestines of vertebrates" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tapeworm",1,1,1 ], "into many egg-producing segments and lacking a mouth and gut| The adults inhabit the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taphole",1,1,1 ], "a hole in a furnace for running off molten metal or slag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taphouse",1,1,1 ], "an inn or bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapioca",1,1,1 ], "a beadlike starch obtained from cassava root, used in cooking as a thickening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapioca",1,1,1 ], "agent, esp| in puddings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tapir",1,1,1 ], "and central America and SE Asia, having an elongated snout, three-toed hind legs," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tapir",1,1,1 ], "and four-toed forelegs: family Tapiridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tapir",1,1,1 ], "any perissodactyl mammal of the genus Tapirus, such as T| indicus , of South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapis",1,1,1 ], "chamber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tapis",1,1,1 ], "tapestry or carpeting, esp| as formerly used to cover a table in a council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapis",1,1,2 ], "on the tapis| currently under consideration or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tappet",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical part that reciprocates to receive or transmit intermittent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tappet",1,1,1 ], "camshaft to the push rods or valves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tappet",1,1,1 ], "motion, esp| the part of an internal-combustion engine that transmits motion from the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tappit-hen",1,1,1 ], "a hen with a crest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tappit-hen",1,1,2 ], "a pewter tankard, usually with a distinctive knob on the lid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taproom",1,1,1 ], "a bar, as in a hotel or pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taproot",1,1,1 ], "downwards and bears smaller lateral roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taproot",1,1,1 ], "the large single root of plants such as the dandelion, which grows vertically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taps",1,1,1 ], "(in army camps, etc|) a signal given on a bugle, drum, etc|, indicating that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taps",1,1,1 ], "lights are to be put out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taps",1,1,2 ], "any similar signal, as at a military funeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapster",1,1,1 ], "a barman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tapster",1,1,2 ], "(in W Africa) a man who taps palm trees to collect and sell palm wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tar boy",1,1,1 ], "a boy who applies tar to the skin of sheep cut during shearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 1, 1],"any of various dark viscid substances obtained by the destructive distillation",1). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 1, 1],"of organic matter such as coal, wood, or peat",2). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 1, 2],"another name for ,coal tar",1). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 3, 1],"to coat with tar",1). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 3, 2],"tar and feather",1). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 3, 3],"to punish by smearing tar and feathers over (someone)",1). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 3, 4],"tarred with the same brush",1). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 3, 5],"having the same faults",1). c_DEF([ "tar" ,1, 3, 5],"having the same faults| &-!tarry adj|&-!tarriness",1). c_DEF([ "tar",2,1,1 ], "an informal word for seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taradiddle",1,1,1 ], "another spelling of tarradiddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taramasalata",1,1,1 ], "a creamy pale pink pate, made from the roe of grey mullet or smoked cod and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taramasalata",1,1,1 ], "served as an hors d""oeuvre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarantass",1,1,1 ], "a large horse-drawn four-wheeled Russian carriage without springs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarantella",1,1,1 ], "a peasant dance from S Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarantella",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance, in fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarantella",1,1,2 ], "six-eight time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarantism",1,1,1 ], "Italy during the 15th to 17th centuries: popularly thought to be caused by the bite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarantism",1,1,1 ], "a nervous disorder marked by uncontrollable bodily movement, widespread in S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarantism",1,1,1 ], "of a tarantula" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tarantula",1,1,1 ], "Theraphosidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarantula",1,1,1 ], "any of various large hairy mostly tropical spiders of the American family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarantula",1,1,2 ], "a large hairy spider, Lycosa tarentula of S Europe, the bite of which was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarantula",1,1,2 ], "formerly thought to cause tarantism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taraxacum",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "taraxacum",1,1,1 ], "any perennial plant of the genus Taraxacum, such as the dandelion, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taraxacum",1,1,1 ], "dense heads of small yellow flowers and seeds with a feathery attachment: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taraxacum",1,1,2 ], "the dried root of the dandelion, used as a laxative, diuretic, and tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarboosh",1,1,1 ], "a felt or cloth brimless cap, usually red and often with a silk tassel, worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarboosh",1,1,1 ], "by Muslim men" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tardigrade",1,1,1 ], "Tardigrada, related to the arthropods, occurring in soil, ditches, etc| Popular name: water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tardigrade",1,1,1 ], "any minute aquatic segmented eight-legged invertebrate of the phylum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tardigrade",1,1,1 ], "bear" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tardigrade",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Tardigrada" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tardy",1,1,1 ], "dier, diest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tardy",1,1,2 ], "occurring later than expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tardy",1,1,3 ], "slow in progress, growth, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",1,1,1 ], "any of various vetch plants, such as Vicia hirsuta of Eurasia and N Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",1,1,2 ], "the seed of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",1,1,3 ], "a troublesome weed, thought to be the darnel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",2,1,1 ], "the weight of the wrapping or container in which goods are packed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",2,1,2 ], "a deduction from gross weight to compensate for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",2,1,3 ], "the weight of a vehicle unladen with cargo, passengers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",2,1,4 ], "an empty container used as a counterbalance in determining net weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tare",2,2,1 ], "to weigh (a package, etc|) in order to calculate the amount of tare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "targe",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target language",1,1,1 ], "the language into which a text, document, etc|, is translated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target man",1,1,1 ], "an attacking player to whom high crosses and centres are played, esp| a tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target man",1,1,1 ], "forward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,1,1 ], "an object or area at which an archer or marksman aims, usually a round flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,1,1 ], "any point or area aimed at; the object of an attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,1,1 ], "surface marked with concentric rings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,2 ], "a fixed goal or objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing at which an action or remark is directed or the object of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,3 ], "person""s feelings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,4 ], "a joint of lamb consisting of the breast and neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,5 ], "a marker on which sights are taken, such as the sliding marker on a levelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,5 ], "staff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,6 ], "(formerly) a small round shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,6,1 ], "a substance, object, or system subjected to bombardment by electrons or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,6,1 ], "particles, or to irradiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,6,2 ], "an electrode in a television camera tube whose surface, on which image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,6,2 ], "information is stored, is scanned by the electron beam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,1,7 ], "an object detected by the reflection of a radar or sonar signal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "target",1,2,1 ], "to make a target of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,1,1 ], "a tax levied by a government on imports or occasionally exports for purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,1,1 ], "of protection, support of the balance of payments, or the raising of revenue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,1,2 ], "a system or list of such taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,2 ], "any schedule of prices, fees, fares, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,2,1 ], "a method of charging for the supply of services, esp| public services, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,2,1 ], "gas and electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,2,2 ], "a schedule of such charges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,1,3 ], "a bill of fare with prices listed; menu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,2,1 ], "to set a tariff on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tariff",1,2,2 ], "to set a price on according to a schedule of tariffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarlatan",1,1,1 ], "an open-weave cotton fabric, used for stiffening garments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarn",1,1,1 ], "a small mountain lake or pool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarnal" ,1, 1, 1],"damned",1). c_DEF([ "tarnation",1,1,1 ], "a euphemism for damnation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarnish",1,1,1 ], "resulting in surface oxidation; discolour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarnish",1,1,1 ], "to lose or cause to lose the shine, esp| by exposure to air or moisture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarnish",1,1,2 ], "to stain or become stained; taint or spoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarnish",1,2,1 ], "a tarnished condition, surface, or film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taro",1,1,1 ], "an Asian aroid plant, Colocasia esculenta, cultivated in the tropics for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taro",1,1,1 ], "large edible rootstock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taro",1,1,2 ], "the rootstock of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarot",1,1,1 ], "(the major arcana))" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tarot",1,1,1 ], "consisting of 78 cards (4 suits of 14 cards each (the minor arcana), and 22 other cards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarot",1,1,1 ], "one of a special pack of cards, now used mainly for fortune-telling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarot",1,1,2 ], "Fortune" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarot",1,1,2 ], "a card in a tarot pack with distinctive symbolic design, such as the Wheel of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarot",1,2,1 ], "relating to tarot cards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarp",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for tarpaulin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarpan",1,1,1 ], "a European wild horse, Equus caballus gomelini, common in prehistoric times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarpan",1,1,1 ], "but now extinct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarpaulin",1,1,1 ], "a heavy hard-wearing waterproof fabric made of canvas or similar material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarpaulin",1,1,1 ], "coated with tar, wax, or paint, for outdoor use as a protective covering against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarpaulin",1,1,1 ], "moisture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tarpaulin",1,1,2 ], "a sheet of this fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarpaulin",1,1,3 ], "a hat of or covered with this fabric, esp| a sailor""s hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarpaulin",1,1,4 ], "a rare word for seaman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarpon",1,1,1 ], "a large silvery clupeoid game fish, Tarpon atlanticus, of warm Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarpon",1,1,1 ], "waters, having a compressed body covered with large scales: family Elopidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarpon",1,1,2 ], "any similar related fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarradiddle",1,1,1 ], "a trifling lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarradiddle",1,1,2 ], "nonsense; twaddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarragon",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tarragon",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic perennial plant, Artemisia dracunculus, of the Old World, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarragon",1,1,1 ], "whitish flowers and small toothed leaves, which are used as seasoning: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarragon",1,1,2 ], "the leaves of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarriance",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for delay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarry" ,1, 1, 2],"(intr|) to delay in coming or going; linger",1). c_DEF([ "tarry" ,1, 1, 3],"(intr|) to remain temporarily or briefly",1). c_DEF([ "tarry" ,1, 1, 4],"(intr|) to wait or stay",1). c_DEF([ "tarry" ,1, 1, 6],"to await",1). c_DEF([ "tarry" ,1, 1, 7],"a stay",1). c_DEF([ "tarsal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or constituting the tarsus or tarsi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsal",1,2,1 ], "a tarsal bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsia",1,1,1 ], "another term for intarsia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsier",1,1,1 ], "Indonesia and the Philippines, having huge eyes, long hind legs, and digits ending in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarsier",1,1,1 ], "any of several nocturnal arboreal prosimian primates of the genus Tarsius, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsier",1,1,1 ], "pads to facilitate climbing: family Tarsiidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tarsometatarsus",1,1,1 ], "a bone in the lower part of a bird""s leg consisting of the metatarsal bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsometatarsus",1,1,1 ], "and some of the tarsal bones fused together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tarsus",1,1,1 ], "the bones of the ankle and heel, collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsus",1,1,1,1 ], "the corresponding part in other mammals and in amphibians and reptiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsus",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for tarsometatarsus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsus",1,1,2 ], "the dense connective tissue supporting the free edge of each eyelid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tarsus",1,1,3 ], "the part of an insect""s leg that lies distal to the tibia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tart up",1,1,1 ], "to dress and make (oneself) up in a provocative or promiscuous way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tart up",1,2,1 ], "to reissue or decorate in a cheap and flashy way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tart",1,1,1 ], "a pastry case often having no top crust, with a filling of fruit, jam," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tart",1,1,1 ], "custard, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tart",1,1,2 ], "a small open pie with a fruit filling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tart",1,1,3 ], "a promiscuous woman, esp| a prostitute: often a term of abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tart",2,1,1 ], "(of a flavour, food, etc|) sour, acid, or astringent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tart",2,1,2 ], "cutting, sharp, or caustic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartan",1,1,1,1 ], "a design of straight lines, crossing at right angles to give a chequered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartan",1,1,1,1 ], "appearance, esp| the distinctive design or designs associated with each Scottish clan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tartan",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartan",1,1,2 ], "a woollen fabric or garment with this design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartan",1,1,3 ], "the tartan| Highland dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartan",2,1,1 ], "a single-masted vessel used in the Mediterranean, usually with a lateen sail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartar emetic",1,1,1 ], "another name for antimony potassium tartrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartar sauce",1,1,1 ], "a mayonnaise sauce mixed with hard-boiled egg yolks, chopped herbs, capers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartar sauce",1,1,1 ], "and gherkins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tartar steak",1,1,1 ], "a variant term for steak tartare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartar",1,1,1 ], "a hard crusty deposit on the teeth, consisting of food, cellular debris, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartar",1,1,1 ], "mineral salts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tartar",1,1,2 ], "a brownish-red substance consisting mainly of potassium hydrogen tartrate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartar",1,1,2 ], "present in grape juice and deposited during the fermentation of wine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tartar",2,1,1 ], "a fearsome or vindictive person, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartaric acid",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white odourless crystalline water-soluble dicarboxylic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartaric acid",1,1,1 ], "compound which is found in many fruits: used in soft drinks, confectionery, and baking" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tartaric acid",1,1,1 ], "existing in four stereoisomeric forms, the commonest being the dextrorotatory (d-)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tartaric acid",1,1,1 ], "powders and in tanning and photography| Formula: HOOCCH(OH)CH(OH)COOH" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tartaric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, containing, or derived from tartar or tartaric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartarize",1,1,1 ], "to impregnate or treat with tartar or tartar emetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartarous",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, containing, or resembling tartar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartlet",1,1,1 ], "an individual pastry case with a filling of fruit or other sweet or savoury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartlet",1,1,1 ], "mixture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tartrate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of tartaric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tartrated",1,1,1 ], "being in the form of a tartrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasimeter",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring small temperature changes| It depends on the changes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasimeter",1,1,1 ], "pressure resulting from expanding or contracting solids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "task force",1,1,1 ], "a military unit formed to undertake a specific mission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "task force",1,1,2 ], "any semipermanent organization set up to carry out a continuing task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "task",1,1,1 ], "a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or chore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "task",1,1,2 ], "an unpleasant or difficult job or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "task",1,1,3 ], "any piece of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "task",1,1,4 ], "take to task| to criticize or reprove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "task",1,2,1 ], "to assign a task to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "task",1,2,2 ], "to subject to severe strain; tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taskmaster",1,1,1 ], "a person, discipline, etc|, that enforces work, esp| hard or continuous work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taskwork",1,1,1 ], "hard or unpleasant work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taskwork",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for piecework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tass",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tass",1,1,2 ], "a cup, goblet, or glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tass",1,1,3 ], "the contents of such a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tassel",1,1,1 ], "a tuft of loose threads secured by a knot or ornamental knob, used to decorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tassel",1,1,1 ], "soft furnishings, clothes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tassel",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling this tuft, esp| the tuft of stamens at the tip of a maize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tassel",1,1,2 ], "inflorescence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tassel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to adorn with a tassel or tassels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tassel",1,2,2 ], "(intr|) (of maize) to produce stamens in a tuft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tassel",1,2,3 ], "(tr|) to remove the tassels from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasset" ,1, 1, 1],"tasse (ts), or tacen",1). c_DEF([ "tasset" ,1, 1, 2],"a piece of armour consisting of one or more plates fastened on to the bottom",1). c_DEF([ "tasset" ,1, 1, 2],"of a cuirass to protect the thigh",2). c_DEF([ "taste bud",1,1,1 ], "any of the elevated oval-shaped sensory end organs on the surface of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste bud",1,1,1 ], "tongue, by means of which the sensation of taste is experienced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,1 ], "by the taste buds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,1 ], "the sense by which the qualities and flavour of a substance are distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,10 ], "the act of testing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,2 ], "the sensation experienced by means of the taste buds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,3 ], "the act of tasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,4 ], "a small amount eaten, drunk, or tried on the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,5 ], "a brief experience of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,6 ], "a preference or liking for something; inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,7 ], "intellectual matters; discrimination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,7 ], "the ability to make discerning judgments about aesthetic, artistic, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,8 ], "judgment of aesthetic or social matters according to a generally accepted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,8 ], "standard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,1,9 ], "discretion; delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,2,1 ], "to distinguish the taste of (a substance) by means of the taste buds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,2,2 ], "to take a small amount of (a food, liquid, etc|) into the mouth, esp| in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,2,2 ], "to test the quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by of) to have a specific flavour or taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,2,4 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by of) to have an experience of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,3,1 ], "an archaic word for enjoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taste",1,4,1 ], "to test by touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasteful",1,1,1 ], "indicating good taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasteful",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for tasty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasteless",1,1,1 ], "lacking in flavour; insipid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasteless",1,1,2 ], "lacking social or aesthetic taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasteless",1,1,3 ], "unable to taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taster",1,1,1 ], "a person who samples food or drink for quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taster",1,1,2 ], "any device used in tasting or sampling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taster",1,1,3 ], "a person employed, esp| formerly, to taste food and drink prepared for a king," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taster",1,1,3 ], "etc|, to test for poison" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tasty",1,1,1 ], "tastier, tastiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasty",1,1,2 ], "having a pleasant flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tasty",1,1,3 ], "showing good taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tat",1,1,1 ], "to make (something) by tatting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tat",2,1,1 ], "a ragged or tattered article or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tat",2,1,2 ], "a tangled mass, esp| in the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tater",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatouay",1,1,1 ], "a large armadillo, Cabassous tatouay, of South America" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatter",1,1,1 ], "to make or become ragged or worn to shreds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatter",1,2,1 ], "a torn or ragged piece, esp| of material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatterdemalion",1,1,1,1 ], "a person dressed in ragged clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatterdemalion",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattersall",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric, sometimes brightly coloured, having stripes or bars in a checked or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattersall",1,1,1,1 ], "squared pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tattersall",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatting",1,1,1 ], "an intricate type of lace made by looping a thread of cotton or linen by means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatting",1,1,1 ], "of a hand shuttle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tatting",1,1,2 ], "the act or work of producing this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattle",1,1,1 ], "to gossip about another""s personal matters or secrets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattle",1,2,1 ], "to reveal by gossiping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattle",1,3,1 ], "to talk idly; chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattle",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of tattling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattle",1,4,2 ], "a scandalmonger or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattler",1,1,1 ], "a person who tattles; gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattler",1,1,2 ], "Pacific coastal regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tattler",1,1,2 ], "any of several sandpipers of the genus Heteroscelus, such as H| incanus , of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattletale",1,1,1 ], "a scandalmonger or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattletale",1,2,1 ], "another word for telltale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattoo" ,2, 1, 1],"indelible colours",2). c_DEF([ "tattoo" ,2, 1, 1],"to make (pictures or designs) on (the skin) by pricking and staining with",1). c_DEF([ "tattoo" ,2, 2, 1],"toos",1). c_DEF([ "tattoo" ,2, 2, 2],"a design made by this process",1). c_DEF([ "tattoo" ,2, 2, 3],"the practice of tattooing",1). c_DEF([ "tattoo",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a signal by drum or bugle ordering the military to return to their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattoo",1,1,1 ], "quarters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tattoo",1,1,2 ], "a military display or pageant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tattoo",1,1,3 ], "any similar beating on a drum, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatty",1,1,2 ], "worn out, shabby, tawdry, or unkempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tatty-peelin",1,1,1 ], "dialect (esp| of speech) highfalutin, affected, or pretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tau cross",1,1,1 ], "a cross shaped like the Greek letter tau" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tau",1,1,1 ], "the 19th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GT or #Gt), a consonant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tau",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as t" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taught",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of teach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taunt",1,1,1 ], "to provoke or deride with mockery, contempt, or criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taunt",1,1,2 ], "to tease; tantalize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taunt",1,2,1 ], "a jeering remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taunt",1,2,2 ], "the object of mockery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taunt",2,1,1 ], "(of the mast or masts of a sailing vessel) unusually tall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taupe",1,1,1,1 ], "a brownish-grey colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taupe",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taurine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taurine",2,1,1 ], "2-aminoethanesulphonic acid| Formula: NH2CH2CH2SO3H" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taurine",2,1,1 ], "a derivative of the amino acid, cysteine, obtained from the bile of animals;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tauro-",1,1,1 ], "denoting a bull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tauromachy",1,1,1 ], "the art or act of bullfighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taut",1,1,1 ], "tightly stretched; tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taut",1,1,2 ], "showing nervous strain; stressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taut",1,1,3 ], "in good order; neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tauten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become taut or tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tauto-",1,1,1 ], "identical or same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tautog",1,1,1 ], "a large dark-coloured wrasse, Tautoga onitis, of the North American coast of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tautog",1,1,1 ], "the Atlantic Ocean: used as a food fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tautologize",1,1,1 ], "to express oneself tautologically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tautomer",1,1,1 ], "either of the two forms of a chemical compound that exhibits tautomerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tautomerism",1,1,1 ], "interconvertible isomers in equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tautomerism",1,1,1 ], "the ability of certain chemical compounds to exist as a mixture of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tautonym",1,1,1 ], "a taxonomic name in which the generic and specific components are the same, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tautonym",1,1,1 ], "in Rattus rattus (black rat)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tav",1,1,1 ], "the 23rd and last letter in the Hebrew alphabet (), transliterated as t or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tav",1,1,1 ], "when final th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tavern",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for pub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tavern",1,1,2 ], "a place licensed for the sale and consumption of alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taverner",1,1,1 ], "a keeper of a tavern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taverner",1,1,2 ], "a constant frequenter of taverns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taw",1,1,1 ], "the line from which the players shoot in marbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taw",1,1,2 ], "a large marble used for shooting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taw",1,1,3 ], "a game of marbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taw",2,1,1 ], "alum and salt, rather than by normal tanning processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taw",2,1,1 ], "to convert (skins) into white leather by treatment with mineral salts, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taw",2,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taw",2,1,3 ], "to flog; beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tawdry",1,1,1 ], "drier, driest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tawdry",1,1,2 ], "cheap, showy, and of poor quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tawny owl",1,1,1 ], "a European owl, Strix aluco, having a reddish-brown or grey plumage, black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tawny owl",1,1,1 ], "eyes, and a round head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tawny",1,1,1,1 ], "a light brown to brownish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tawny",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tawse",1,1,1 ], "a leather strap having one end cut into thongs, used as an instrument of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tawse",1,1,1 ], "punishment by a schoolmaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tawse",1,2,1 ], "to punish (someone) with or as if with a tawse; whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax avoidance",1,1,1 ], "reduction or minimization of tax liability by lawful methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax evasion",1,1,1 ], "reduction or minimization of tax liability by illegal methods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax haven",1,1,1 ], "a country or state having a lower rate of taxation than elsewhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax rate",1,1,1 ], "the percentage of income, wealth, etc|, assessed as payable in taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax return",1,1,1 ], "a declaration of personal income made annually to the tax authorities and used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax return",1,1,1 ], "as a basis for assessing an individual""s liability for taxation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tax shelter",1,1,1 ], "a form into which business or financial activities may be organized to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax shelter",1,1,1 ], "minimize taxation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,1,1 ], "a compulsory financial contribution imposed by a government to raise revenue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,1,1 ], "levied on the income or property of persons or organizations, on the production costs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,1,1 ], "or sales prices of goods and services, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,1,2 ], "a heavy demand on something; strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,2,1 ], "to levy a tax on (persons, companies, etc|, or their incomes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,2,2 ], "to make heavy demands on; strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,2,3 ], "to accuse, charge, or blame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,2,4 ], "action), as by examining the solicitor""s bill of costs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tax",1,2,4 ], "to determine (the amount legally chargeable or allowable to a party to a legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax-deductible",1,1,1 ], "(of an expense, loss, etc|) legally deductible from income or wealth before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax-deductible",1,1,1 ], "tax assessment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tax-exempt",1,1,1 ], "(of an income or property) exempt from taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tax-exempt",1,1,2 ], "(of an asset) earning income that is not subject to taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being taxed; able to bear tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxable",1,1,2 ], "subject to tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxable",1,2,1 ], "a person, income, property, etc|, that is subject to tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Taxaceae, a family of coniferous trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxaceous",1,1,1 ], "that includes the yews" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taxation",1,1,1 ], "the act or principle of levying taxes or the condition of being taxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxation",1,1,1,1 ], "an amount assessed as tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxation",1,1,1,2 ], "a tax rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxation",1,1,2 ], "revenue from taxes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxeme",1,1,1 ], "any element of speech that may differentiate one utterance from another with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxeme",1,1,1 ], "certain intonation, or a distinctive word order" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "taxeme",1,1,1 ], "different meaning, such as the occurrence of a particular phoneme, the presence of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taxi truck",1,1,1 ], "a truck with a driver that can be hired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxi" ,1, 1, 1],"a car, usually fitted with a taximeter, that may be hired to carry passengers",1). c_DEF([ "taxi" ,1, 1, 1],"to any specified destination",2). c_DEF([ "taxi" ,1, 2, 2],"before takeoff and after landing, or (of an aircraft) to move along the ground in this",2). c_DEF([ "taxi" ,1, 2, 2],"to cause (an aircraft) to move along the ground under its own power, esp|",1). c_DEF([ "taxi" ,1, 2, 2],"way",3). c_DEF([ "taxi" ,1, 2, 3],"(intr|) to travel in a taxi",1). c_DEF([ "taxidermy",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of preparing, stuffing, and mounting animal skins so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxidermy",1,1,1 ], "they have a lifelike appearance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taximeter",1,1,1 ], "a meter fitted to a taxi to register the fare, based on the length of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taximeter",1,1,1 ], "journey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taxiplane",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft that is available for hire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxis",1,1,1 ], "the movement of a cell or microorganism in a particular direction in response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxis",1,1,1 ], "to an external stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taxis",1,1,2 ], "the repositioning of a displaced organ or part by manual manipulation only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxiway",1,1,1 ], "a marked path along which aircraft taxi to or from a runway, parking area," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxiway",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taxon",1,1,1 ], "any taxonomic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxonomy",1,1,1,1 ], "groups based on similarities of structure, origin, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "taxonomy",1,1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology concerned with the classification of organisms into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxonomy",1,1,1,2 ], "the practice of arranging organisms in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxonomy",1,1,2 ], "the science or practice of classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "taxpayer",1,1,1 ], "a person or organization that pays taxes or is liable to taxation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tay",1,1,1 ], "an Irish dialect word for tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tayra",1,1,1 ], "a large arboreal musteline mammal, Eira barbara, of Central and South America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tayra",1,1,1 ], "having a dark brown body and paler head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tazza",1,1,1 ], "a wine cup with a shallow bowl and a circular foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tbs|",1,1,1 ], "tablespoon(ful)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tcheck out" ,1, 1, 1],"to pay the bill and depart, esp| from a hotel",1). c_DEF([ "tcheck out" ,1, 2, 1],"to depart from a place; record one's departure from work",1). c_DEF([ "tcheck out" ,1, 2, 2],"to investigate or prove to be in order after investigation",1). c_DEF([ "tcheckup" ,1, 1, 1],"an examination to see if something is in order",1). c_DEF([ "tcheckup" ,1, 1, 2],"a medical examination, esp| one taken at regular intervals to verify a normal",1). c_DEF([ "tcheckup" ,1, 1, 2],"state of health or discover a disease in its early stages",2). c_DEF([ "tcheckup" ,1, 2, 1],"n$D",1). c_DEF([ "tcheckup" ,1, 3, 1],"etc|), esp| when suspicions have been aroused",2). c_DEF([ "tcheckup" ,1, 3, 1],"to investigate or make an inquiry into (a person's character, evidence,",1). c_DEF([ "te igitur",1,1,1 ], "clementissime Pater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "te igitur",1,1,1 ], "the first prayer of the canon of the Mass, which begins Te igitur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "te",1,1,1 ], "(in tonic sol-fa) the syllable used for the seventh note or subtonic of any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "te",1,1,1 ], "scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "te-hee" ,1, 1, 1],"an exclamation of laughter, esp| when mocking",1). c_DEF([ "te-hee" ,1, 2, 1],"a chuckle",1). c_DEF([ "te-hee" ,1, 3, 2],"(intr|) to snigger or laugh, esp| derisively",1). c_DEF([ "tea bag",1,1,1 ], "a small bag of paper or cloth containing tea leaves, infused in boiling water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea bag",1,1,1 ], "to make tea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea ball",1,1,1 ], "a perforated metal ball filled with tea leaves and put in boiling water to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea ball",1,1,1 ], "make tea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea biscuit",1,1,1 ], "any of various semi-sweet biscuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea cosy",1,1,1 ], "a covering for a teapot to keep the contents hot, often having holes for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea cosy",1,1,1 ], "handle and spout" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea leaf",1,1,1 ], "the dried leaf of the tea shrub, used to make tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea leaf",1,1,2 ], "shredded parts of these leaves, esp| after infusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea rose",1,1,1 ], "any of several varieties of hybrid rose that are derived from Rosa odorata and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea rose",1,1,1 ], "have pink or yellow flowers with a scent resembling that of tea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea rose",1,1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-pink colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea rose",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea service",1,1,1 ], "saucers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea service",1,1,1 ], "the china or pottery articles used in serving tea, including a teapot, cups," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea towel",1,1,1 ], "a towel for drying dishes and kitchen utensils| U|S| name: dishtowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea tree",1,1,1 ], "New Zealand, the leaves of which were formerly used to make tea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea tree",1,1,1 ], "any of various myrtaceous trees of the genus Leptospermum, of Australia and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea trolley",1,1,1 ], "a trolley from which tea is served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea wagon",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for tea trolley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1 ], "Theaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen shrub or small tree, Camellia sinensis, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1 ], "subtropical Asia, having toothed leathery leaves and white fragrant flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,1 ], "a light meal eaten in midafternoon, usually consisting of tea and cakes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various plants that are similar to Camellia sinensis or are used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,1 ], "biscuits, or sandwiches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,1 ], "in boiling water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,1 ], "make a tealike beverage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,1 ], "the dried shredded leaves of this shrub, used to make a beverage by infusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,2 ], "any such beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,2 ], "such a beverage, served hot or iced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,2 ], "the main evening meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea",1,1,3 ], "a slang word for marijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea-maker",1,1,1 ], "a spoon with a perforated cover used to infuse tea in a cup of boiling water|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tea-maker",1,1,1 ], "tea egg" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teaberry",1,1,1 ], "the berry of the wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaberry",1,1,2 ], "another name for wintergreen ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teacake",1,1,1 ], "a flat cake made from a yeast dough with raisins in it, usually eaten toasted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teacake",1,1,1 ], "and buttered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teacart",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for tea trolley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teach",1,1,1 ], "to help to learn; tell or show (how)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teach",1,1,2 ], "to give instruction or lessons in (a subject) to (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teach",1,2,1 ], "to cause to learn or understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teach",1,2,2 ], "a lesson" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teach",1,2,3 ], "behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teach",1,2,3 ], "to cause (someone) to suffer the unpleasant consequences of some action or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teach-in",1,1,1 ], "an informal conference, esp| on a topical subject, usually held at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teach-in",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "teach-in",1,1,1 ], "university or college and involving a panel of visiting speakers, lecturers, students," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teacher",1,1,1 ], "a person whose occupation is teaching others, esp| children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teacher",1,1,2 ], "a personified concept that teaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaching aid",1,1,1 ], "any device, object, or machine used by a teacher to clarify or enliven a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaching aid",1,1,1 ], "subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teaching fellow",1,1,1 ], "a postgraduate student who is given tuition, accommodation, expenses, etc|, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaching fellow",1,1,1 ], "return for some teaching duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teaching machine",1,1,1 ], "a machine that presents information and questions to the user, registers the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaching machine",1,1,1 ], "answers, and indicates whether these are correct or acceptable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teaching",1,1,1 ], "the art or profession of a teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaching",1,1,2 ], "something taught; precept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teacup",1,1,1 ], "a cup out of which tea may be drunk, larger than a coffee-cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teacup",1,1,2 ], "the amount a teacup will hold, about four fluid ounces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teahouse",1,1,1 ], "a restaurant, esp| in Japan or China, where tea and light refreshments are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teahouse",1,1,1 ], "served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teak",1,1,1 ], "a large verbenaceous tree, Tectona grandis, of the East Indies, having white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teak",1,1,1 ], "flowers and yielding a valuable wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teak",1,1,2 ], "making, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teak",1,1,2 ], "the hard resinous yellowish-brown wood of this tree, used for furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teak",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar trees or their wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teak",1,1,4 ], "a brown or yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teakettle",1,1,1 ], "a kettle for boiling water to make tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teal",1,1,1 ], "any of various small ducks, such as the Eurasian Anas crecca that are related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teal",1,1,1 ], "to the mallard and frequent ponds, lakes, and marshes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teal",1,1,2 ], "a greenish-blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team spirit",1,1,1 ], "willingness to cooperate as part of a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team teaching",1,1,1 ], "a system whereby two or more teachers pool their skills, knowledge, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team teaching",1,1,1 ], "teach combined classes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,1,1 ], "a group of people organized to work together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,1,2 ], "a group of players forming one of the sides in a sporting contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,1,3 ], "implement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,1,3 ], "two or more animals working together to pull a vehicle or agricultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,1,4 ], "such animals and the vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,1,5 ], "a flock, herd, or brood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,1,6 ], "ancestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,2,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by up) to make or cause to make a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,3,1 ], "to drag or transport in or by a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team",1,4,1 ], "to drive a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "team-mate",1,1,1 ], "a fellow member of a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teamster",1,1,1 ], "a driver of a team of horses used for haulage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teamster",1,1,2 ], "the driver of a lorry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teamwork",1,1,1 ], "the cooperative work done by a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teamwork",1,1,2 ], "the ability to work efficiently as a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teapot",1,1,1 ], "a container with a lid, spout, and handle, in which tea is made and from which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teapot",1,1,1 ], "it is served" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teapoy",1,1,1 ], "a small table or stand with a tripod base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teapoy",1,1,2 ], "a tea caddy on such a table or stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear away" ,1, 1, 1],"to persuade (oneself or someone else) to leave",1). c_DEF([ "tear down",1,1,1 ], "to destroy or demolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear duct",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for lacrimal duct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear gas",1,1,1 ], "any one of a number of gases or vapours that make the eyes smart and water," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear gas",1,1,1 ], "causing temporary blindness; usually dispersed from grenades and used in warfare and to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tear gas",1,1,1 ], "control riots" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tear into",1,1,1 ], "to attack vigorously and damagingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear off",1,1,1 ], "to separate by tearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear off",1,2,1 ], "to rush away; hurry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear off",1,3,1 ], "to produce in a hurry; do quickly and carelessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear off",1,3,2 ], "tear off a strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear off",1,4,1 ], "Brit| informal| to reprimand or rebuke forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear sheet",1,1,1 ], "a page in a newspaper or periodical that is cut or perforated so that it can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear sheet",1,1,1 ], "be easily torn out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tear",1,1,1 ], "a drop of the secretion of the lacrimal glands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",1,1,2 ], "something shaped like a falling drop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,1,1 ], "apart; rip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,1,1 ], "to cause (material, paper, etc|) to come apart or (of material, etc|) to come" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,2,1 ], "to make (a hole or split) in (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,3,1 ], "to hurry or rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,4,1 ], "to remove or take by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,4,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to cause pain, distress, or anguish (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,4,3 ], "tear one""s hair| Informal| to be angry, frustrated, very worried, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,5,1 ], "a hole, cut, or split" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,5,2 ], "the act of tearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear",2,5,3 ], "a great hurry; rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tear-jerker",1,1,1 ], "an excessively sentimental film, play, book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tearful",1,1,1 ], "about to cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tearful",1,1,2 ], "accompanying or indicative of weeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tearful",1,1,3 ], "tending to produce tears; sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tearing",1,1,1 ], "violent or furious (esp| in the phrase tearing hurry or rush)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tearoom",1,1,1 ], "another name for teashop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tears",1,1,1 ], "cleanses the surface of the eyeball and inner surface of the eyelids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tears",1,1,1 ], "the clear salty solution secreted by the lacrimal glands that lubricates and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tears",1,1,2 ], "a state of intense frustration (esp| in the phrase bored to tears)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tears",1,1,3 ], "in tears| weeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tears",1,1,4 ], "without tears| presented so as to be easily assimilated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,1,1 ], "delaying or withdrawing the offer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,1,1 ], "to annoy (someone) by deliberately offering something with the intention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,1,2 ], "to arouse sexual desire in (someone) with no intention of satisfying it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,1,3 ], "to vex (someone) maliciously or playfully, esp| by ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,2,1 ], "to separate the fibres of; comb; card" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,3,1 ], "to raise the nap of (a fabric) with a teasel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,3,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for backcomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,4,1 ], "prodding with an instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,4,1 ], "to loosen or pull apart (biological tissues, etc|) by delicate agitation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,5,1 ], "a person or thing that teases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tease",1,5,2 ], "the act of teasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teasel",1,1,1 ], "Africa, having prickly leaves and prickly heads of yellow or purple flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teasel",1,1,1 ], "Dipsacaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "teasel",1,1,1 ], "any of various stout biennial plants of the genus Dipsacus, of Eurasia and N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teasel",1,1,1,1 ], "the prickly dried flower head of the fuller's teasel, used for teasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teasel",1,1,1,2 ], "any manufactured implement used for the same purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teasel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to tease (a fabric)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teashop",1,1,1 ], "a restaurant where tea and light refreshments are served" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaspoon",1,1,1 ], "a small spoon used for stirring tea, eating certain desserts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaspoon",1,1,2 ], "the amount contained in such a spoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaspoon",1,1,3 ], "a unit of capacity used in cooking, medicine, etc|, equal to about one fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teaspoon",1,1,3 ], "dram" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teat",1,1,1,1 ], "the nipple of a mammary gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teat",1,1,1,2 ], "(in cows, etc|) any of the projections from the udder through which milk is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teat",1,1,1,2 ], "discharged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teat",1,1,2 ], "mouthpiece of a feeding bottle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teat",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a teat in shape or function, such as the rubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazel",1,1,1 ], "Africa, having prickly leaves and prickly heads of yellow or purple flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teazel",1,1,1 ], "Dipsacaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "teazel",1,1,1 ], "any of various stout biennial plants of the genus Dipsacus, of Eurasia and N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazel",1,1,1,1 ], "the prickly dried flower head of the fuller's teasel, used for teasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazel",1,1,1,2 ], "any manufactured implement used for the same purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazel",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to tease (a fabric)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazle",1,1,1 ], "Africa, having prickly leaves and prickly heads of yellow or purple flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teazle",1,1,1 ], "Dipsacaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "teazle",1,1,1 ], "any of various stout biennial plants of the genus Dipsacus, of Eurasia and N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazle",1,1,1,1 ], "the prickly dried flower head of the fuller's teasel, used for teasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazle",1,1,1,2 ], "any manufactured implement used for the same purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teazle",1,2,1 ], "(tr|) to tease (a fabric)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technetium",1,1,1 ], "43; half-life of most stable isotope, '9'7Tc: 2|6 X 10'6 years; valency: 2,4,5,6," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "technetium",1,1,1 ], "a silvery-grey metallic element, artificially produced by bombardment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technetium",1,1,1 ], "boiling pt|: 5030 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "technetium",1,1,1 ], "molybdenum by deuterons: used to inhibit corrosion in steel| The radioisotope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technetium",1,1,1 ], "or 7; relative density: 11|5 (approx|); melting pt|: 2200 degrees C (approx|);" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "technetium",1,1,1 ], "technetium-99m, with a half-life of six hours, is used in radiotherapy| Symbol: Tc; atomic no|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "technic",1,1,1 ], "(t$ek!ni$:k)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technic",1,1,2 ], "another word for technique|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technic",1,1,3 ], "another word for technics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical college",1,1,1 ], "an institution for further education that provides courses in technology, art," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical college",1,1,1 ], "secretarial skills, agriculture, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technical knockout",1,1,1 ], "a judgment of a knockout given when a boxer is in the referee""s opinion too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical knockout",1,1,1 ], "badly beaten to continue without risk of serious injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technical sergeant",1,1,1 ], "a noncommissioned officer in the U|S| Marine Corps or Air Force ranking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical sergeant",1,1,1 ], "immediately subordinate to a master sergeant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,1 ], "and applied sciences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or specializing in industrial, practical, or mechanical arts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,2 ], "skilled in practical and mechanical arts rather than theoretical or abstract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,2 ], "thinking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,3 ], "relating to or characteristic of a particular field of activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,4 ], "existing by virtue of a strict application of the rules or a strict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,4 ], "interpretation of the wording" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,5 ], "of, derived from, or showing technique" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,6 ], "(of a financial market) having prices determined by internal speculative or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technical",1,1,6 ], "manipulative factors rather than by general or economic conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technicality",1,1,1 ], "a petty formal point arising from a strict interpretation of rules, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technicality",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being technical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technicality",1,1,3 ], "technical methods and vocabulary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technician",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in mechanical or industrial techniques or in a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technician",1,1,1 ], "technical field" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technician",1,1,2 ], "a person employed in a laboratory, technical college, or scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technician",1,1,2 ], "establishment to do mechanical and practical work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technician",1,1,3 ], "a person having specific artistic or mechanical skill, esp| if lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technician",1,1,3 ], "original flair or genius" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technics",1,1,1 ], "the study or theory of industry and industrial arts; technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technique",1,1,1 ], "a practical method, skill, or art applied to a particular task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technique",1,1,2 ], "proficiency in a practical or mechanical skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technique",1,1,3 ], "special facility; knack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "techno-",1,1,1 ], "craft or art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "techno-",1,1,2 ], "technological or technical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technocracy",1,1,1 ], "a theory or system of society according to which government is controlled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technocracy",1,1,1 ], "scientists, engineers, and other experts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technocracy",1,1,2 ], "a body of such experts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technocracy",1,1,3 ], "a state considered to be governed or organized according to these principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technography",1,1,1 ], "sciences in the context of their ethnic and geographical background" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technography",1,1,1 ], "the study and description of the historical development of the arts and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technology",1,1,1 ], "the application of practical or mechanical sciences to industry or commerce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technology",1,1,2 ], "the methods, theory, and practices governing such application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technology",1,1,3 ], "art, science, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technology",1,1,3 ], "the total knowledge and skills available to any human society for industry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technol|",1,1,1 ], "technological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technol|",1,1,2 ], "technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "technostructure",1,1,1 ], "administrators, experts in business management, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "technostructure",1,1,1 ], "the people who control the technology of a society, such as professional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "techy",1,1,1 ], "techier, techiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "techy",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of tetchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tech|",1,1,1 ], "technical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tech|",1,1,2 ], "technology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tech|",1,1,3 ], "technical college" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectonic",1,1,1 ], "denoting or relating to construction or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectonic",1,1,1,1 ], "(of landforms, rock masses, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectonic",1,1,2 ], "resulting from distortion of the earth""s crust due to forces within it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectonic",1,1,2,2 ], "(of processes, movements, etc|) occurring within the earth""s crust and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectonic",1,1,2,2 ], "causing structural deformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tectonics",1,1,1 ], "the art and science of construction or building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectonics",1,1,2 ], "present structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tectonics",1,1,2 ], "the study of the processes by which the earth""s surface has attained its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectorial membrane",1,1,1 ], "the membrane in the inner ear that covers the organ of Corti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tectrix",1,1,1 ], "another name for covert ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ted",1,1,1 ], "to shake out and loosen (hay), so as to dry it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ted",2,1,1 ], "teddy boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tedder",1,1,1 ], "a machine equipped with a series of small rotating forks for tedding hay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tedder",1,1,2 ], "a person who teds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teddy bear",1,1,1 ], "a stuffed toy bear made from soft or fluffy material| Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teddy bear",1,1,1 ], "teddy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teddy boy",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain, esp| in the mid-1950s) one of a cult of youths who wore mock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teddy boy",1,1,1 ], "Edwardian fashions, such as tight narrow trousers, pointed shoes, and long sideboards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teddy boy",1,1,2 ], "any tough or delinquent youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teddy girl",1,1,1 ], "a girl companion to a teddy boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tedious",1,1,1 ], "causing fatigue or tedium; monotonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tedious",1,1,2 ], "progressing very slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tedium",1,1,1 ], "the state of being bored or the quality of being boring; monotony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tee off",1,1,1 ], "to strike (the ball) from a tee, as when starting a hole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tee off",1,1,2 ], "to begin; start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tee shirt",1,1,1 ], "a variant of T-shirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tee" ,2, 1, 1],"an area, often slightly elevated, from which the first stroke of a hole is",1). c_DEF([ "tee" ,2, 1, 1],"made",2). c_DEF([ "tee" ,2, 1, 2],"a support for a golf ball, usually a small wooden or plastic peg, used when",1). c_DEF([ "tee" ,2, 1, 2],"teeing off or in long grass, etc",2). c_DEF([ "tee" ,2, 2, 1],"(when intr|, often foll| by up) to position (the ball) ready for striking, on",1). c_DEF([ "tee" ,2, 2, 1],"or as if on a tee|~",2). c_DEF([ "tee",1,1,1 ], "a pipe fitting in the form of a letter T, used to join three pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tee",1,1,2 ], "a metal section with a cross section in the form of a letter T, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tee",1,1,2 ], "rolled-steel joist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tee",3,1,1 ], "a mark used as a target in certain games such as curling and quoits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tee",3,1,2 ], "to a tee| perfectly or exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teem",1,1,1 ], "to be prolific or abundant (in); abound (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teem",1,1,2 ], "to bring forth (young)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teem",2,1,1 ], "to pour in torrents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teem",2,2,1 ], "to pour or empty out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teen",1,1,1 ], "another word for teenage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teen",2,1,1 ], "affliction or woe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teenage",1,1,1 ], "inclusive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teenage",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the time in a person""s life between the ages of 13 and 19" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teenage",1,2,1 ], "this period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teenager",1,1,1 ], "a person between the ages of 13 and 19 inclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teens",1,1,1 ], "the years of a person""s life between the ages of 13 and 19 inclusive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teens",1,1,2 ], "all the numbers that end in -teen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeny",1,1,1 ], "extremely small; tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeny",1,1,2 ], "teensy-weensy " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teenybopper",1,1,1 ], "a young teenager, usually a girl, who avidly follows fashions in clothes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teenybopper",1,1,1 ], "pop music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teepee",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tepee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeter",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move unsteadily; wobble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeter",1,3,1 ], "another word for seesaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,1 ], "the plural of tooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,2 ], "the most violent part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,3 ], "the power to produce a desired effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,4 ], "by the skin of one""s teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,5 ], "get one""s teeth into| to become engrossed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,6 ], "in the teeth of| in direct opposition to; against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,7 ], "to the teeth| to the greatest possible degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teeth",1,1,8 ], "show one""s teeth| to threaten, esp| in a defensive manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teethe",1,1,1 ], "to cut one""s baby (deciduous) teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teething ring",1,1,1 ], "a plastic, hard rubber, or bone ring on which babies may bite while teething" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teething troubles",1,1,1 ], "project, enterprise, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teething troubles",1,1,1 ], "the difficulties or problems that arise during the initial stages of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teetotal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or practising abstinence from alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teetotal",1,1,2 ], "complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teetotum",1,1,1 ], "a spinning top bearing letters of the alphabet on its four sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teetotum",1,1,2 ], "such a top used as a die in gambling games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tef",1,1,1 ], "an annual grass, Eragrostis abyssinica, of NE Africa, grown for its grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teg",1,1,1 ], "a two-year-old sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teg",1,1,2 ], "the fleece of a two-year-old sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tegmen",1,1,1 ], "either of the leathery forewings of the cockroach and related insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tegmen",1,1,2 ], "the delicate inner covering of a seed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tegmen",1,1,3 ], "any similar covering or layer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tegular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a tile or tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tegular",1,1,2 ], "overlapping like a series of tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tegument",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for integument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tektite",1,1,1 ], "any of various dark green to black glassy siliceous bodies that are thought to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tektite",1,1,1 ], "derive from meteorites" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tel-",1,1,1 ], "variant of tele- and telo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tela",1,1,1 ], "any delicate tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "perceptual processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the alleged perception of events that are beyond the normal range of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telamon",1,1,1 ], "a column in the form of a male figure, used to support an entablature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telangiectasis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal dilation of the capillaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tele-",1,1,1 ], "at or over a distance; distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tele-",1,1,2 ], "television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telecast",1,1,1 ], "to broadcast (a programme) by television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telecast",1,2,1 ], "a television broadcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telecommunication",1,1,1 ], "a distance by means of radio waves, optical signals, etc|, or along a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telecommunication",1,1,1 ], "the telegraphic or telephonic communication of audio or video information over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telecommunication",1,1,1 ], "transmission line" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telecommunications",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telecommunications",1,1,1 ], "the science and technology of communications by telephony, radio, television," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telecomm|",1,1,1 ], "telecommunication(s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teledu",1,1,1 ], "a badger, Mydaus javanensis, of SE Asia and Indonesia, having dark brown hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teledu",1,1,1 ], "glands when attacked" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "teledu",1,1,1 ], "with a white stripe along the back and producing a fetid secretion from the anal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telega",1,1,1 ], "a rough four-wheeled cart used in Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegenic",1,1,1 ], "having or showing a pleasant television image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegnosis",1,1,1 ], "knowledge about distant events alleged to have been obtained without the use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegnosis",1,1,1 ], "of any normal sensory mechanism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telegony",1,1,1 ], "other sires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telegony",1,1,1 ], "the supposed influence of a previous sire on offspring borne by a female to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegram",1,1,1 ], "a communication transmitted by telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph plant",1,1,1 ], "a small tropical Asian leguminous shrub, Desmodium gyrans, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph plant",1,1,1 ], "leaflets that turn in various directions during the day and droop at night" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,1,1,1 ], "a device, system, or process by which information can be transmitted over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,1,1,1 ], "distance, esp| using radio signals or coded electrical signals sent along a transmission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,1,1,1 ], "line connected to a transmitting and a receiving instrument" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,1,2 ], "a message transmitted by such a device, system, or process; telegram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,2,1 ], "to send a telegram to (a person or place); wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,3,1 ], "to transmit or send by telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,4,1 ], "to avoid it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,4,1 ], "to prepare to deliver a punch so obviously that one""s opponent has ample time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,5,1 ], "to give advance notice of (anything), esp| unintentionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraph",1,6,1 ], "to cast (votes) illegally by impersonating registered voters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraphic",1,1,1 ], "used in or transmitted by telegraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraphic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraphic",1,1,3 ], "having a concise style; clipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraphy",1,1,1 ], "a distance of written, printed, or pictorial matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telegraphy",1,1,1 ], "a system of telecommunications involving any process providing reproduction at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telegraphy",1,1,2 ], "the skill or process of operating a telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleg|",1,1,1 ], "telegram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleg|",1,1,2 ], "telegraph(ic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleg|",1,1,3 ], "telegraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telekinesis",1,1,1 ], "of a physical force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telekinesis",1,1,1 ], "the movement of a body caused by thought or willpower without the application" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telekinesis",1,1,2 ], "the ability to cause such movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telemark",1,1,1 ], "a turn in which one ski is placed far forward of the other and turned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telemark",1,1,1 ], "gradually inwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telemark",1,1,2 ], "a step in ballroom dancing involving a heel pivot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telemeter",1,1,1 ], "any device for recording or measuring a distant event and transmitting the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telemeter",1,1,1 ], "data to a receiver or observer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telemeter",1,1,2 ], "any device or apparatus used to measure a distance without directly comparing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telemeter",1,1,2 ], "it with a measuring rod, etc|, esp| one that depends on the measurement of angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telemeter",1,2,1 ], "to obtain and transmit (data) from a distant source, esp| from a spacecraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telemetry",1,1,1 ], "measuring instruments to a device on which the readings can be indicated or recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telemetry",1,1,1 ], "the use of radio waves, telephone lines, etc|, to transmit the readings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telemetry",1,1,2 ], "the measurement of linear distance using a tellurometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the cerebrum together with related parts of the hypothalamus and the third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telencephalon",1,1,1 ], "ventricle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teleology",1,1,1,1 ], "the study of the evidence of design or purpose in nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleology",1,1,1,2 ], "the ultimate purpose of things, esp| natural processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleology",1,1,1,3 ], "the belief that final causes exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleology",1,1,2 ], "determined by mechanical laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teleology",1,1,2 ], "the belief that natural phenomena have a predetermined purpose and are not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleost",1,1,1 ], "any bony fish of the subclass Teleostei, having rayed fins and a swim bladder:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleost",1,1,1 ], "cod, perches, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "teleost",1,1,1 ], "the group contains most of the bony fishes, including the herrings, carps, eels," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teleost",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Teleostei" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telepathize",1,1,1 ], "to practise telepathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telepathy",1,1,1 ], "involving mechanisms that cannot be understood in terms of known scientific laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telepathy",1,1,1 ], "the communication between people of thoughts, feelings, desires, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone box",1,1,1 ], "a soundproof enclosure from which a paid telephone call can be made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone directory",1,1,1 ], "a book listing the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of subscribers in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone directory",1,1,1 ], "particular area" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telephone number",1,1,1 ], "a set of figures identifying the telephone of a particular subscriber, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone number",1,1,1 ], "used in making connections to that telephone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,1,1 ], "telephone set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,2 ], "an electrical device for transmitting speech, consisting of a microphone and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,2 ], "receiver mounted on a handset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,2,1 ], "a worldwide system of communications using telephones| The microphone in one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,2,1 ], "telephone converts sound waves into electrical oscillations that are transmitted along a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,2,1 ], "telephone wire or by radio to one or more distant sets, the receivers of which reconvert" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,2,1 ], "the incoming signal into the original sound" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,2,1 ], "to call or talk to (a person) by telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,2,2 ], "information) by telephone, using special transmitting and receiving equipment|Often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,2,2 ], "shortened to phone" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telephone",1,2,2 ], "to transmit (a recorded message, radio or television programme, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephony",1,1,1 ], "a system of telecommunications for the transmission of speech or other sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephoto lens",1,1,1 ], "a lens system that can be attached to a camera to increase the effective focal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telephoto lens",1,1,1 ], "length of the camera lens and thus produce a magnified image of a distant object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telephotography",1,1,1 ], "lens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telephotography",1,1,1 ], "the process or technique of photographing distant objects using a telephoto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleplay",1,1,1 ], "a play specially written or produced for television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleprinter",1,1,1 ], "a telegraph apparatus consisting of a keyboard transmitter, which converts a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleprinter",1,1,1 ], "name: teletypewriter" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "teleprinter",1,1,1 ], "printing receiver, which converts incoming signals and prints out the message| U|S|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "teleprinter",1,1,1 ], "typed message into coded pulses for transmission along a wire or cable, and a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teleprinter",1,1,2 ], "a network of such devices, widely used for communicating information, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleprinter",1,1,3 ], "a similar device used for direct input/output of data into a computer at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleprinter",1,1,3 ], "distant location" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument for making distant objects appear closer by use of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,1,1 ], "combination of lenses (refracting telescope) or lenses and curved mirrors (reflecting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,1,1 ], "telescope)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,1,2 ], "any instrument, such as a radio telescope, for collecting, focusing, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,1,2 ], "detecting electromagnetic radiation from space" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,2,1 ], "to crush together or be crushed together, as in a collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,2,2 ], "allowing extension and shortening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,2,2 ], "to fit together like a set of cylinders that slide into one another, thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescope",1,2,3 ], "to make or become smaller or shorter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescopic sight",1,1,1 ], "a telescope mounted on a rifle, etc|, used for sighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescopic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescopic",1,1,2 ], "seen through or obtained by means of a telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescopic",1,1,3 ], "visible only with the aid of a telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescopic",1,1,4 ], "able to see far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescopic",1,1,5 ], "having or consisting of parts that telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescopy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of astronomy concerned with the use and design of telescopes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telescript",1,1,1 ], "a script either written or adapted for use in television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telesis",1,1,1 ], "goals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telesis",1,1,1 ], "the purposeful use of natural and social processes to obtain specific social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telespectroscope",1,1,1 ], "a combination of a telescope and a spectroscope, used for spectroscopic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telespectroscope",1,1,1 ], "analysis of radiation from stars and other celestial bodies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telestereoscope",1,1,1 ], "an optical instrument for obtaining stereoscopic images of distant objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telesthesia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of telaesthesia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telestich",1,1,1 ], "a short poem in which the last letters of each successive line form a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telethon",1,1,1 ], "a lengthy television programme to raise charity funds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teletranscription",1,1,1 ], "the transcription of a television programme by means of a video tape, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teletube",1,1,1 ], "short for television tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teletypewriter",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for teleprinter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teleutospore",1,1,1 ], "another name for teliospore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "televise",1,1,1 ], "to put (a programme) on television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "televise",1,2,1 ], "to transmit (a programme, signal, etc|) by television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "television tube",1,1,1 ], "Sometimes shortened to tube, teletube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "television tube",1,1,1 ], "a cathode-ray tube designed for the reproduction of television pictures|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,1 ], "converted from optical images by a camera tube, are transmitted by UHF or VHF radio waves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,1 ], "means of a television tube inside a television set" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,1 ], "or by cable (closed circuit television) and reconverted into optical images by" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,1 ], "the system or process of producing on a distant screen a series of transient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,1 ], "visible images, usually with an accompanying sound signal| Electrical signals," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,2 ], "a device designed to receive and convert incoming electrical signals into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,2 ], "series of visible images on a screen together with accompanying sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,3 ], "the content, etc|, of television programmes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,4 ], "television programmes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,4 ], "the occupation or profession concerned with any aspect of the broadcasting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,5 ], "UHF or VHF radio signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "television",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or used in the transmission or reception of video and audio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telewriter",1,1,1 ], "a telegraphic device for reproducing handwriting by converting the manually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telewriter",1,1,1 ], "controlled movements of a pen into signals that, after transmission, control the movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telewriter",1,1,1 ], "of a similar pen" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telex",1,1,1 ], "an international telegraph service in which teleprinters are rented out to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telex",1,1,1 ], "subscribers for the purpose of direct communication" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telex",1,1,2 ], "a teleprinter used in such a service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telex",1,1,3 ], "a message transmitted or received by telex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telex",1,2,1 ], "to transmit (a message) to (a person, office, etc|) by telex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telfer",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of telpher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telferage",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of telpherage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telic",1,1,1 ], "directed or moving towards some goal; purposeful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telic",1,1,2 ], "(of a clause or phrase) expressing purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teliospore",1,1,1 ], "any of the dark noninfective spores that are produced in each telium of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teliospore",1,1,1 ], "rust fungi and remain dormant during the winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telium",1,1,1 ], "formed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telium",1,1,1 ], "the spore-producing body of some rust fungi in which the teliospores are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell apart",1,1,1 ], "to distinguish between discern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell off",1,1,1 ], "to reprimand; scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell off",1,1,2 ], "to count and dismiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to let know or notify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,10,1 ], "to assure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,10,2 ], "to count (votes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,11,1 ], "to talk or chatter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,11,2 ], "tell the time| to read the time from a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,11,3 ], "you""re telling me| Slang| I know that very well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,2,1 ], "to order or instruct (someone to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,2,2 ], "(something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by of) to give an account or narration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,3,1 ], "to communicate by words; utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,4,1 ], "to make known; disclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,5,1 ], "to serve as an indication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,6,1 ], "to comprehend, discover, or discern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,7,1 ], "to distinguish or discriminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,8,1 ], "to have or produce an impact, effect, or strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",1,9,1 ], "to reveal secrets or gossip (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",2,1,1 ], "a large mound resulting from the accumulation of rubbish on a long-settled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tell",2,1,1 ], "site, esp| one with mudbrick buildings, particularly in the Middle East" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teller",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for bank clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teller",1,1,2 ], "a person appointed to count votes in a legislative body, assembly, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teller",1,1,3 ], "a person who tells; narrator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telling",1,1,1 ], "having a marked effect or impact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telling",1,1,2 ], "revealing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,1 ], "a person who tells tales about others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,1,1 ], "an outward indication of something concealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,2 ], "any of various indicators or recording devices used to monitor a process," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,2 ], "machine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,2,1 ], "another word for dogvane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,2,2 ], "indicate the apparent direction of the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telltale",1,1,2,2 ], "one of a pair of light vanes mounted on the main shrouds of a sailing boat to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of telluric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurian",1,2,1 ], "(esp| in science fiction) an inhabitant of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telluric acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline dibasic acid produced by the oxidation of tellurium by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telluric acid",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen peroxide| Formula: H6TeO6" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telluric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or originating on or in the earth or soil; terrestrial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telluric",1,1,2 ], "(of spectral lines or bands) observed in the spectra of celestial objects and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telluric",1,1,2 ], "atmosphere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telluric",1,1,2 ], "caused by absorption of oxygen, water vapour, and carbon dioxide in the earth""s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telluric",2,1,1 ], "of or containing tellurium, esp| in a high valence state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telluride",1,1,1 ], "any compound of tellurium, esp| one formed between tellurium and a more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telluride",1,1,1 ], "electropositive element or group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tellurion",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that shows how day and night and the seasons result from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurion",1,1,1 ], "tilt of the earth, its rotation on its axis, and its revolution around the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tellurite",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of tellurous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurium",1,1,1 ], "Te; atomic no|: 52; atomic wt|: 127|60; valency: 2,4, or 6; relative density: 6|24;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tellurium",1,1,1 ], "a brittle silvery-white nonmetallic element occurring both uncombined and in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurium",1,1,1 ], "combination with metals: used in alloys of lead and copper and as a semiconductor| Symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tellurium",1,1,1 ], "melting pt|: 449|5 degrees C; boiling pt|: 989|8 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tellurize",1,1,1 ], "to mix or combine with tellurium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurometer",1,1,1 ], "an electronic instrument for measuring distances of up to about 30 miles that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tellurometer",1,1,1 ], "consists of two units, one at each end of the distance to be measured, between which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tellurometer",1,1,1 ], "radio waves are transmitted" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tellurous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing tellurium, esp| in a low valence state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telly",1,1,1 ], "short for television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telo-",1,1,1 ], "complete; final; perfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telo-",1,1,2 ], "end; at the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telomerization",1,1,1 ], "polymerization in the presence of a chain transfer agent to yield a series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telomerization",1,1,1 ], "products of low molecular weight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telophase",1,1,1 ], "cell are dispersed into nuclear material and a nuclear membrane forms around the two" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telophase",1,1,1 ], "new nuclei" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "telophase",1,1,1 ], "the final stage of mitosis, during which the chromosomes at each end of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telophase",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding stage of the first division of meiosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telpher",1,1,1 ], "a load-carrying car in a telpherage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telpher",1,1,1,1 ], "another word for telpherage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telpher",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telpher",1,2,1 ], "to transport (a load) by means of a telpherage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telpherage",1,1,1 ], "a single rail or cable, the load being suspended in a separate car beneath" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telpherage",1,1,1 ], "an overhead transport system in which an electrically driven truck runs along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "telson",1,1,1 ], "crustaceans and arachnids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "telson",1,1,1 ], "the last segment or an appendage on the last segment of the body of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tel|",1,1,1 ], "telegram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tel|",1,1,2 ], "telegraph(ic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tel|",1,1,3 ], "telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temerity",1,1,1 ], "rashness or boldness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temp",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a typist or other office worker, employed on a temporary basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temp",1,2,1 ], "to work as a temp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,1 ], "a frame of mind; mood or humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,2 ], "a sudden outburst of anger; tantrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,3 ], "a tendency to exhibit uncontrolled anger; irritability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,4 ], "a mental condition of moderation and calm (esp| in the phrases keep one""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,4 ], "temper, lose one""s temper, out of temper)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,5 ], "object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,5 ], "the degree of hardness, elasticity, or a similar property of a metal or metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,1,6 ], "a middle course between two extremes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,1 ], "moderate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,1 ], "to make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,2 ], "heating and quenching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,2 ], "to strengthen or toughen (a metal or metal article) by heat treatment, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,2,1 ], "keyboard instrument) in order to allow modulation into other keys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,2,1 ], "to adjust the frequency differences between the notes of a scale on (a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,2,2 ], "to make such an adjustment to the pitches of notes in (a scale)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,3 ], "a rare word for adapt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temper",1,2,4 ], "an archaic word for mix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempera",1,1,1 ], "a painting medium for powdered pigments, consisting usually of egg yolk and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempera",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempera",1,1,1,1 ], "any emulsion used as a painting medium, with casein, glue, wax, etc|, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempera",1,1,1,1 ], "base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempera",1,1,1,2 ], "the paint made from mixing this with pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempera",1,1,2 ], "the technique of painting with tempera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,1 ], "an individual""s character, disposition, and tendencies as revealed in his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,1 ], "reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,2 ], "excitability, moodiness, or anger, esp| when displayed openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3 ], "the characteristic way an individual behaves, esp| towards other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3,1 ], "an adjustment made to the frequency differences between notes on a keyboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3,1 ], "instrument to allow modulation to other keys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3,2 ], "any of several systems of such adjustment, such as just temperament, a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3,2 ], "divided into twelve exactly equal semitones" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3,2 ], "system commonly used in keyboard instruments, giving a scale based on an octave" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3,2 ], "temperament, a system giving an approximation to natural tuning, and equal temperament, the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,3,2 ], "theoretically impossible on keyboard instruments (see just intonation), mean-tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,4 ], "influence of the four humours (blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,4 ], "the characteristic way an individual behaves, viewed as the result of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,5 ], "compromise or adjustment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperament",1,1,6 ], "an obsolete word for temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperamental",1,1,1 ], "easily upset or irritated; excitable; volatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperamental",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or caused by temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperamental",1,1,3 ], "working erratically and inconsistently; unreliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperance",1,1,1 ], "restraint or moderation, esp| in yielding to one""s appetites or desires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperance",1,1,2 ], "abstinence from alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperate zone",1,1,1 ], "those parts of the earth""s surface lying between the Arctic Circle and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperate zone",1,1,1 ], "tropic of Cancer and between the Antarctic Circle and the tropic of Capricorn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperate",1,1,1 ], "having a climate intermediate between tropical and polar; moderate or mild in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperate",1,1,1 ], "temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperate",1,1,2 ], "mild in quality or character; exhibiting temperance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature gradient",1,1,1 ], "the rate of change in temperature in a given direction, esp| in altitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,1 ], "related to the average kinetic energy of the atoms or molecules of a substance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,1 ], "the degree of hotness of a body, substance, or medium; a physical property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,2 ], "a measure of this degree of hotness, indicated on a scale that has one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,2 ], "fixed reference points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,3 ], "a body temperature in excess of the normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,3,1 ], "compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,3,2 ], "temperament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature",1,1,3,3 ], "temperance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature-humidity index",1,1,1 ], "an index of the effect on human comfort of temperature and humidity levels, 65" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temperature-humidity index",1,1,1 ], "being the highest comfortable level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempered",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a scale)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempered",1,1,2 ], "having the frequency differences between notes adjusted in accordance with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempered",1,1,2 ], "system of equal temperament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempered",1,1,2,2 ], "(of an interval) expanded or contracted from the state of being pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempered",1,1,3 ], "having a temper or temperament as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempest",1,1,1 ], "a violent wind or storm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempest",1,1,2 ], "a violent commotion, uproar, or disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempest",1,2,1 ], "to agitate or disturb violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempestuous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a tempest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempestuous",1,1,2 ], "violent or stormy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempi",1,1,1 ], "(in musical senses) the plural of tempo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,1 ], "a gauge or pattern, cut out in wood or metal, used in woodwork, etc|, to help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,1 ], "shape something accurately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,2 ], "a pattern cut out in card or plastic, used in various crafts to reproduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,2 ], "shapes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,3 ], "a short beam, made of metal, wood, or stone, that is used to spread a load, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,3 ], "over a doorway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,4 ], "production of the molecular structure of another specific compound in a reaction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "template",1,1,4 ], "the molecular structure of a compound that serves as a pattern for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",1,1,1 ], "a building or place dedicated to the worship of a deity or deities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",1,1,2 ], "a Mormon church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",1,1,3 ], "another name for a synagogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",1,1,4 ], "any Christian church, esp| a large or imposing one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",1,1,5 ], "any place or object regarded as a shrine where God makes himself present, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",1,1,5 ], "the body of a person who has been sanctified or saved by grace" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temple",1,1,6 ], "a building regarded as the focus of an activity, interest, or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",2,1,1 ], "bone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temple",2,1,1 ], "the region on each side of the head in front of the ear and above the cheek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",3,1,1 ], "the part of a loom that keeps the cloth being woven stretched to the correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temple",3,1,1 ], "width" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempo",1,1,1 ], "indicated by a musical direction (tempo marking) or metronome marking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempo",1,1,1 ], "the speed at which a piece or passage of music is meant to be played, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempo",1,1,2 ], "rate or pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporal bone",1,1,1 ], "either of two compound bones forming part of the sides and base of the skull:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporal bone",1,1,1 ], "they surround the organs of hearing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temporal lobe",1,1,1 ], "the laterally protruding portion of each cerebral hemisphere, situated below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporal lobe",1,1,1 ], "the parietal lobe and associated with sound perception and interpretation: it is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temporal lobe",1,1,1 ], "thought to be the centre for memory recall" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "temporal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to secular as opposed to spiritual or religious affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporal",1,1,3 ], "lasting for a relatively short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to tense or the linguistic expression of time in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporal",2,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or near the temple or temples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being temporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporality",1,1,2 ], "something temporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporality",1,1,3 ], "Church, or the clergy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temporality",1,1,3 ], "a secular possession or revenue belonging to a Church, a group within the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporary",1,1,1 ], "not permanent; provisional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporary",1,1,2 ], "lasting only a short time; transitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporary",1,2,1 ], "a person, esp| a secretary or other office worker, employed on a temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporary",1,2,1 ], "basis| Often shortened to temp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temporize",1,1,1 ], "order to gain time or effect a compromise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temporize",1,1,1 ], "to delay, act evasively, or protract a discussion, negotiation, etc|, esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temporize",1,1,2 ], "agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "temporize",1,1,2 ], "to adapt oneself to the circumstances or occasion, as by temporary or apparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempt",1,1,1 ], "or unwise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempt",1,1,1 ], "to attempt to persuade or entice to do something, esp| something morally wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempt",1,1,2 ], "to allure, invite, or attract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempt",1,1,3 ], "to give rise to a desire in (someone) to do something; dispose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempt",1,1,4 ], "to risk provoking (esp| in the phrase to tempt fate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temptation",1,1,1 ], "the act of tempting or the state of being tempted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temptation",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that tempts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempting",1,1,1 ], "attractive or inviting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temptress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who sets out to allure or seduce a man or men; seductress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempura",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese dish of seafood or vegetables dipped in batter and deep-fried," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tempura",1,1,1 ], "often at the table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tempus fugit",1,1,1 ], "time flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temp|",1,1,1 ], "temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temp|",1,1,2 ], "temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temp|",1,1,3 ], "temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "temp|",1,1,4 ], "tempore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,1,1 ], "decimal number system and the base of the common logarithm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one| It is the base of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 10, X, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,1,3 ], "playing card with ten symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,1,3 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of ten units, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,1,4 ], "ten hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten",1,2,1,2 ], "to sell only ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten-",1,1,1 ], "variant of teno- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten-gallon hat",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a cowboy""s broad-brimmed felt hat with a very high crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten-strike",1,1,1 ], "another word for strike (sense 39)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenable",1,1,1 ], "able to be upheld, believed, maintained, or defended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenace",1,1,1 ], "a holding of two nonconsecutive high cards of a suit, such as the ace and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenace",1,1,1 ], "queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenacious",1,1,1 ], "holding or grasping firmly; forceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenacious",1,1,2 ], "retentive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenacious",1,1,3 ], "stubborn or persistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenacious",1,1,4 ], "holding together firmly; tough or cohesive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenacious",1,1,5 ], "tending to stick or adhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenaculum",1,1,1 ], "a surgical or dissecting instrument for grasping and holding parts, consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenaculum",1,1,1 ], "of a slender hook mounted in a handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenaille",1,1,1 ], "a low outwork in the main ditch between two bastions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenancy",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenancy",1,1,1 ], "the temporary possession or holding by a tenant of lands or property owned by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenancy",1,1,2 ], "the period of holding or occupying such property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenancy",1,1,3 ], "the period of holding office, a position, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenancy",1,1,4 ], "property held or occupied by a tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant farmer",1,1,1 ], "a person who farms land rented from another, the rent usually taking the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant farmer",1,1,1 ], "of part of the crops grown or livestock reared" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenant",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds, occupies, or possesses land or property by any kind of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant",1,1,1 ], "right or title, esp| from a landlord under a lease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenant",1,1,2 ], "a person who has the use of a house, flat, etc|, subject to the payment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant",1,1,2 ], "rent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenant",1,1,3 ], "any holder or occupant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant",1,2,1 ], "to hold (land or property) as a tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant",1,3,1 ], "to dwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant-in-chief",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) a tenant who held some or all of his lands directly from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenant-in-chief",1,1,1 ], "the king" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenantry",1,1,1 ], "tenants collectively, esp| those with the same landlord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenantry",1,1,2 ], "the status or condition of being a tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tench",1,1,1 ], "a European freshwater cyprinid game fish, Tinca tinca, having a thickset dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tench",1,1,1 ], "greenish body with a barbel at each side of the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tend",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by to or towards)(when tr|, takes an infinitive)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tend",1,1,2 ], "to have a general disposition (to do something); be inclined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tend",1,2,1 ], "to have or be an influence (towards a specific result); be conducive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tend",1,3,1 ], "to go or move (in a particular direction)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tend",2,1,1 ], "to care for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tend",2,1,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on or to) to attend (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tend",2,2,1 ], "to handle or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tend",2,3,1 ], "to pay attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendance",1,1,1 ], "care and attention; ministration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendance",1,1,2 ], "attendants collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendency",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) an inclination, predisposition, propensity, or leaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendency",1,1,2 ], "the general course, purport, or drift of something, esp| a written work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendentious",1,1,1 ], "having or showing an intentional tendency or bias, esp| a controversial one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,1 ], "easily broken, cut, or crushed; soft; not tough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,2 ], "easily damaged; vulnerable or sensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,3 ], "having or expressing warm and affectionate feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,4 ], "kind, merciful, or sympathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,5 ], "arousing warm feelings; touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,6 ], "gentle and delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,7 ], "requiring care in handling; ticklish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,8 ], "painful or sore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,1,9 ], "sensitive to moral or spiritual feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,2,1 ], "careful or protective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,2,2 ], "(of a sailing vessel) easily keeled over by a wind; crank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,3,1,1 ], "to make tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",1,3,1,2 ], "to treat tenderly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",2,1,1 ], "to give, present, or offer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",2,1,2 ], "to offer (money or goods) in settlement of a debt or claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",2,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of tendering; offer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",2,2,2 ], "a formal offer to supply specified goods or services at a stated cost or rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",2,2,3 ], "something, esp| money, used as an official medium of payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",3,1,1 ], "a small boat, such as a dinghy, towed or carried by a yacht or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",3,1,2 ], "a vehicle drawn behind a steam locomotive to carry the fuel and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tender",3,1,3 ], "a person who tends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenderfoot",1,1,1 ], "a newcomer, esp| to the mines or ranches of the southwestern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenderfoot",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a beginner in the Scouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenderhearted",1,1,1 ], "having a compassionate, kindly, or sensitive disposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenderize",1,1,1 ], "in a marinade, or by treating it with a tenderizer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenderize",1,1,1 ], "to make (meat) tender by pounding it to break down the fibres, by steeping it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenderizer",1,1,1 ], "a substance, such as the plant enzyme papain, rubbed onto meat to soften the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenderizer",1,1,1 ], "fibres and make it more tender" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenderloin",1,1,1 ], "a tender cut of pork or other meat from between the sirloin and ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendinous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, possessing, or resembling tendons; sinewy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendon",1,1,1 ], "a bone or some other part; sinew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tendon",1,1,1 ], "a cord or band of white inelastic collagenous tissue that attaches a muscle to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendril",1,1,1 ], "a specialized threadlike leaf or stem that attaches climbing plants to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tendril",1,1,1 ], "support by twining or adhering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tendril",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a tendril, such as a wisp of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenebrism",1,1,1 ], "Spanish and Neapolitan painters, esp| Caravaggio, characterized by large areas of dark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenebrism",1,1,1 ], "a school, style, or method of painting, adopted chiefly by 17th-century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenebrism",1,1,1 ], "colours, usually relieved with a shaft of light" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tenebrous" ,1, 1, 1],"gloomy, shadowy, or dark",1). c_DEF([ "tenement",1,1,1 ], "a large slum house divided into rooms or flats for rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenement",1,1,2 ], "a dwelling place or residence, esp| one intended for rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenement",1,1,3 ], "a room or flat for rent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenement",1,1,4 ], "any form of permanent property, such as land, dwellings, offices, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenesmus",1,1,1 ], "an ineffective painful straining to empty the bowels or bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenet",1,1,1 ], "a belief, opinion, or dogma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenfold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having 10 times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenfold",1,1,2 ], "composed of 10 parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenfold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to 10 times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenia",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of taenia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teniacide",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of taeniacide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teniafuge",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of taeniafuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenner",1,1,1,1 ], "a ten-pound note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenner",1,1,1,2 ], "the sum of ten pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenner",1,1,2 ], "a ten-dollar bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tennis ball",1,1,1 ], "a hollow rubber ball covered with felt, used in tennis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tennis elbow",1,1,1 ], "a painful inflammation of the elbow caused by exertion in playing tennis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tennis elbow",1,1,1 ], "similar games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tennis shoe",1,1,1 ], "a rubber-soled canvas shoe tied with laces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tennis",1,1,1,1 ], "a racket game played between two players or pairs of players who hit a ball to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tennis",1,1,1,1 ], "and fro over a net on a rectangular court of grass, asphalt, clay, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tennis",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenno",1,1,1 ], "the Japanese emperor, esp| when regarded as a divine religious leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teno-",1,1,1 ], "tendon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenon saw",1,1,1 ], "a small fine-toothed saw with a strong back, used esp| for cutting tenons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenon",1,1,1 ], "mortise in another piece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenon",1,1,1 ], "the projecting end of a piece of wood formed to fit into a corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenon",1,2,1 ], "to form a tenon on (a piece of wood)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenon",1,2,2 ], "to join with a tenon and mortise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor clef",1,1,1 ], "the clef that establishes middle C as being on the fourth line of the staff," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor clef",1,1,1 ], "used for the writing of music for the bassoon, cello, or tenor horn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,1,1 ], "approximately from the B a ninth below middle C to the G a fifth above it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,1,1 ], "the male voice intermediate between alto and baritone, having a range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,1,2 ], "a singer with such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,1,3 ], "a saxophone, horn, recorder, etc|, intermediate in compass and size between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,1,3 ], "the alto and baritone or bass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,1,4 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,2 ], "general drift of thought; purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,2,1 ], "(in early polyphonic music)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,3 ], "the part singing the melody or the cantus firmus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,3,1 ], "the heaviest and lowest-pitched bell in a ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,3,2 ], "(in four-part harmony) the second lowest part lying directly above the bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,4 ], "a settled course of progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,5 ], "general tendency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,5,1 ], "the exact words of a deed, etc|, as distinct from their effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenor",1,1,5,2 ], "an exact copy or transcript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenorite",1,1,1 ], "a black mineral found in copper deposits and consisting of copper oxide in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenorite",1,1,1 ], "form of either metallic scales or earthy masses| Formula: CuO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenorrhaphy",1,1,1 ], "the union of torn or divided tendons by means of sutures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into a tendon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenpenny",1,1,1 ], "(of a nail) three inches in length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenpin bowling",1,1,1 ], "a bowling game in which heavy bowls are rolled down a long lane to knock over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenpin bowling",1,1,1 ], "the ten target pins at the other end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenpin",1,1,1 ], "one of the pins used in tenpin bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenpins",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for tenpin bowling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenrec",1,1,1 ], "Tenrecidae, resembling hedgehogs or shrews: order Insectivora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenrec",1,1,1 ], "any small mammal, such as Tenrec ecaudatus , of the Madagascan family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenrec",1,1,2 ], "(insectivores)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense logic",1,1,1 ], "considering the logical properties of symbols representing the tenses of natural languages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tense logic",1,1,1 ], "the study of temporal relations between propositions, usually pursued by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense",1,1,1 ], "stretched or stressed tightly; taut or rigid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense",1,1,2 ], "under mental or emotional strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense",1,1,3 ], "producing mental or emotional strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense",1,1,4 ], "(of a speech sound) pronounced with considerable muscular effort and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense",1,1,4 ], "relatively precise accuracy of articulation and considerable duration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tense",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by up) to make or become tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense",2,1,1 ], "a category of the verb or verbal inflections, such as present, past, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tense",2,1,1 ], "and the time of its utterance" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tense",2,1,1 ], "future, that expresses the temporal relations between what is reported in a sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tensible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being stretched; tensile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensile strength",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a material to withstand a longitudinal stress," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensile strength",1,1,1 ], "expressed as the greatest stress that the material can stand without breaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tensile",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensile",1,1,2 ], "sufficiently ductile to be stretched or drawn out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensile",1,1,3 ], "(of musical instruments) producing sounds through the vibration of stretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensile",1,1,3 ], "strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tensimeter",1,1,1 ], "a device that measures differences in vapour pressures| It is used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensimeter",1,1,1 ], "determine transition points by observing changes of vapour pressure with temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the tensile strength of a wire, beam, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,2 ], "a manometer" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,2 ], "an instrument used to compare the vapour pressures of two liquids, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,2 ], "consisting of two sealed bulbs containing the liquids, each being connected to one limb of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,3 ], "an instrument for measuring the surface tension of a liquid, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,3 ], "consisting of a sensitive balance for measuring the force needed to pull a wire ring from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,3 ], "the surface of the liquid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tensiometer",1,1,4 ], "an instrument for measuring the moisture content of soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,1 ], "the act of stretching or the state or degree of being stretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,2 ], "mental or emotional strain; stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,3 ], "a situation or condition of hostility, suspense, or uneasiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,4 ], "a force that tends to produce an elongation of a body or structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,4,1 ], "voltage, electromotive force, or potential difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,4,2 ], "high-tension; low-tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,5 ], "a device for regulating the tension in a part, string, thread, etc|, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tension",1,1,5 ], "sewing machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tensity",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for tension 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensive",1,1,1 ], "of or causing tension or strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensor",1,1,1 ], "any muscle that can cause a part to become firm or tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensor",1,1,2 ], "a set of components, functions of the coordinates of any point in space, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tensor",1,1,2 ], "components, where r is the rank| A tensor of zero rank is a scalar, of rank one, a vector" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tensor",1,1,2 ], "transform linearly between coordinate systems| For three dimensional space there are 3'r" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tent caterpillar",1,1,1 ], "americana of North America, which build communal webs in trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tent caterpillar",1,1,1 ], "the larva of various moths of the family Lasiocampidae, esp| Malacosoma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent dress",1,1,1 ], "a very full tent-shaped dress, having no darts, waistline, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent stitch",1,1,1 ], "another term for petit point ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",1,1,1,1 ], "a portable shelter of canvas, plastic, or other waterproof material supported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",1,1,1,1 ], "on poles and fastened to the ground by pegs and ropes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tent",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this in function or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",1,2,1 ], "to camp in a tent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",1,3,1 ], "to cover with or as if with a tent or tents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",1,4,1 ], "to provide with a tent as shelter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",2,1,1 ], "a plug of soft material for insertion into a bodily canal, etc|, to dilate it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",2,1,1 ], "or maintain its patency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tent",2,2,1 ], "to insert such a plug into (a bodily canal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",3,1,1 ], "a red table wine from Alicante, Spain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tent",4,1,1 ], "a Brit| dialect word for attend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentacle",1,1,1 ], "any of various elongated flexible organs that occur near the mouth in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentacle",1,1,1 ], "invertebrates and are used for feeding, grasping, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tentacle",1,1,2 ], "any of the hairs on the leaf of an insectivorous plant that are used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentacle",1,1,2 ], "capture prey" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tentacle",1,1,3 ], "something resembling a tentacle, esp| in its ability to grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentage",1,1,1 ], "tents collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentage",1,1,2 ], "a supply of tents or tenting equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentation",1,1,1 ], "a method of achieving the correct adjustment of a mechanical device by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentation",1,1,1 ], "series of trials" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tentative",1,1,1 ], "provisional or experimental; conjectural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tentative",1,1,2 ], "hesitant, uncertain, or cautious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenter",1,1,1 ], "a frame on which cloth is stretched during the manufacturing process in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenter",1,1,1 ], "that it may retain its shape while drying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenter",1,1,2 ], "a person who stretches cloth on a tenter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenter",1,2,1 ], "to stretch (cloth) on a tenter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenterhook",1,1,1 ], "one of a series of hooks or bent nails used to hold cloth stretched on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenterhook",1,1,1 ], "tenter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenterhook",1,1,2 ], "on tenterhooks| in a state of tension or suspense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of ten: often written 10th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the ninth in numbering or counting order, position, time, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,1,1,2 ], "see you on the tenth; tenth in line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 10 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,2,2 ], "deci-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,2,2 ], "one of 10 equal divisions of a particular measurement, etc| Related prefix:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,2,3 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by ten (1/10)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,2,3,1 ], "an interval of one octave plus a third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,2,3,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,3,1 ], "after the ninth person, position, event, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,4,1 ], "as the 10th point: linking what follows with the previous statements, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenth",1,4,1 ], "speech or argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenuis",1,1,1 ], "(in the grammar of classical Greek) any of the voiceless stops as represented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenuis",1,1,1 ], "by kappa, pi, or tau (k, p, t)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenuous",1,1,1 ], "insignificant or flimsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenuous",1,1,2 ], "slim, fine, or delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenuous",1,1,3 ], "diluted or rarefied in consistency or density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenure",1,1,1 ], "the possession or holding of an office or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenure",1,1,2 ], "the length of time an office, position, etc|, lasts; term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenure",1,1,3 ], "the improved security status of a person after having been in the employ of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenure",1,1,3 ], "the same company or institution for a specified period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenure",1,1,3,1 ], "rendered, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tenure",1,1,3,1 ], "the holding or occupying of property, esp| realty, in return for services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenure",1,1,3,2 ], "the duration of such holding or occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenuto",1,2,1 ], "(of a note) to be held for or beyond its full time value|Symbol: (written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tenuto",1,2,1 ], "above a note)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ten|",1,1,1 ], "tenor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ten|",1,1,2 ], "tenuto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teocalli",1,1,1 ], "any of various truncated pyramids built by the Aztecs as bases for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teocalli",1,1,1 ], "temples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teosinte",1,1,1 ], "a tall Central American annual grass, Euchlaena mexicana, resembling maize and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teosinte",1,1,1 ], "grown for forage in the southern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tepal",1,1,1 ], "any of the subdivisions of a perianth that is not clearly differentiated into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tepal",1,1,1 ], "calyx and corolla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tepee",1,1,1 ], "a cone-shaped tent of animal skins used by certain North American Indians" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tepefy",1,1,1 ], "to make or become tepid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tephra",1,1,1 ], "solid matter ejected during a volcanic eruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tephrite",1,1,1 ], "a variety of basalt containing augite, nepheline, or leucite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tepid",1,1,1 ], "slightly warm; lukewarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tepid",1,1,2 ], "relatively unenthusiastic or apathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tequila",1,1,1 ], "a spirit that is distilled in Mexico from an agave plant and forms the basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tequila",1,1,1 ], "of many mixed drinks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tequila",1,1,2 ], "the plant, Agave tequilana, from which this drink is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ter-",1,1,1 ], "three, third, or three times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tera-",1,1,1 ], "denoting 10'1'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teraph",1,1,1 ], "any of various small household gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terat-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a monster or something abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teratism",1,1,1 ], "a malformed animal or human, esp| in the fetal stage; monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teratogenic",1,1,1 ], "producing malformation in a fetus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teratoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a monster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teratology",1,1,1 ], "of monsters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teratology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biology that is concerned with the structure, development, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teratology",1,1,2 ], "a collection of tales about mythical or fantastic creatures, monsters, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teratoma",1,1,1 ], "a tumour or group of tumours composed of tissue foreign to the site of growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terbia",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for terbium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terbium metal",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of related lanthanides, including terbium, europium, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terbium metal",1,1,1 ], "gadolinium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terbium oxide",1,1,1 ], "an amorphous white insoluble powder| Formula: Tb2O3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terbium",1,1,1 ], "a soft malleable silvery-grey element of the lanthanide series of metals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terbium",1,1,1 ], "density: 8|234; melting pt|: 1360 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3041 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "terbium",1,1,1 ], "devices| Symbol: Tb; atomic no|: 65; atomic wt|: 158|925; valency: 3 or 4; relative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "terbium",1,1,1 ], "occurring in gadolinite and monazite and used in lasers and for doping solid-state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terce",1,1,1 ], "at the third hour of the day, about 9 a|m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terce",1,1,1 ], "the third of the seven canonical hours of the divine office, originally fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tercel",1,1,1 ], "a male falcon or hawk, esp| as used in falconry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tercentenary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a period of 300 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tercentenary",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a 300th anniversary or its celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tercentenary",1,2,1 ], "an anniversary of 300 years or its celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tercet",1,1,1 ], "a group of three lines of verse that rhyme together or are connected by rhyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tercet",1,1,1 ], "with adjacent groups of three lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terebene",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of hydrocarbons prepared from oil of turpentine and sulphuric acid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terebene",1,1,1 ], "used to make paints and varnishes and medicinally as an expectorant and antiseptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terebic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline carboxylic acid produced by the action of nitric acid on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terebic acid",1,1,1 ], "turpentine| Formula: C7H10O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terebinth",1,1,1 ], "a small anacardiaceous tree, Pistacia terebinthus, of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terebinth",1,1,1 ], "region, having winged leafstalks and clusters of small flowers, and yielding a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terebinth",1,1,1 ], "turpentine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "terebinthine",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to terebinth or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terebinthine",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, or resembling turpentine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teredo",1,1,1 ], "any marine bivalve mollusc of the genus Teredo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terephthalic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-insoluble carboxylic acid used in making polyester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terephthalic acid",1,1,1 ], "resins such as Terylene; 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid| Formula: C6H4(COOH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terete",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) cylindrical and tapering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tergiversate",1,1,1 ], "to change sides or loyalties; apostatize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tergiversate",1,1,2 ], "to be evasive or ambiguous; equivocate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tergum",1,1,1 ], "a cuticular plate covering the dorsal surface of a body segment of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tergum",1,1,1 ], "arthropod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teriyaki",1,1,1 ], "marinated in soy sauce and rice wine and grilled, usually over charcoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teriyaki",1,2,1 ], "a dish of meat prepared in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term insurance",1,1,1 ], "for the payment of a specified sum of money only if the insured dies within a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "term insurance",1,1,1 ], "life assurance, usually low in cost and offering no cash value, that provides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term insurance",1,1,1 ], "stipulated period of time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,1 ], "a name, expression, or word used for some particular thing, esp| in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,1 ], "specialized field of knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,10 ], "a boundary or limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,2 ], "any word or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,3 ], "a limited period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,4 ], "any of the divisions of the academic year during which a school, college," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,4 ], "etc|, is in session" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,5 ], "a point in time determined for an event or for the end of a period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,6 ], "the period at which childbirth is imminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,6,1 ], "an estate or interest in land limited to run for a specified period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,6,2 ], "the duration of an estate, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,6,3 ], "a period of time during which sessions of courts of law are held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,6,4 ], "time allowed to a debtor to settle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,7 ], "any distinct quantity making up a fraction or proportion, or contained in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,7 ], "polynomial, sequence, series, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,7,1 ], "proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,7,1 ], "the word or phrase that forms either the subject or predicate of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,7,2 ], "any of the three subjects or predicates occurring in a syllogism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,8 ], "a sculptured post, esp| one in the form of an armless bust or an animal on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,8 ], "top of a square pillar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,1,9 ], "the usual word for quarter ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term",1,2,1 ], "to designate; call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termagant",1,1,1,1 ], "a shrewish woman; scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termagant",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminable",1,1,1 ], "able to be terminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminable",1,1,2 ], "terminating after a specific period or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal velocity",1,1,1 ], "a fluid, esp| the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal velocity",1,1,1 ], "the constant maximum velocity reached by a body falling under gravity through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal velocity",1,1,2 ], "the velocity of a missile or projectile when it reaches its target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal velocity",1,1,3 ], "parabolic flight path" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal velocity",1,1,3 ], "the maximum velocity attained by a rocket, missile, or shell flying in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal velocity",1,1,4 ], "drag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal velocity",1,1,4 ], "the maximum velocity that an aircraft can attain, as determined by its total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,1,1 ], "of, being, or situated at an end, terminus, or boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or occurring after or in a term" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,1,3 ], "(of a disease) terminating in death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to the storage or delivery of freight at a warehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,1 ], "a terminating point, part, or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,1,1 ], "a point at which current enters or leaves an electrical device, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,1,1 ], "battery or a circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,1,2 ], "a conductor by which current enters or leaves at such a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2 ], "a device having input/output links with a computer but situated at a distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2 ], "from the computer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,1 ], "a point or station usually at the end of the line of a railway, serving as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,1 ], "an ornamental carving at the end of a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,1 ], "important access point for passengers or freight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,1 ], "the smallest arteriole before its division into capillaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,2 ], "a less common name for terminus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,2 ], "another name for term ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,2 ], "either of two veins that collect blood from the thalamus and surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,2 ], "structures and empty it into the internal cerebral vein" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,3 ], "lungs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminal",1,2,2,3 ], "the portion of a bronchiole just before it subdivides into the air sacs of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminate",1,1,1 ], "(when intr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminate",1,1,2 ], "often foll| by in or with) to form, be, or put an end to conclude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termination",1,1,1 ], "the act of terminating or the state of being terminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termination",1,1,2 ], "something that terminates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termination",1,1,3 ], "a final result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminator",1,1,1 ], "the line dividing the illuminated and dark part of the moon or planet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminology",1,1,1 ], "the body of specialized words relating to a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminology",1,1,2 ], "the study of terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminus a quo",1,1,1 ], "the starting point; beginning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminus ad quem",1,1,1 ], "the aim or terminal point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminus",1,1,1 ], "the last or final part or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminus",1,1,2 ], "either end of a railway, bus route, etc|, or a station or town at such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminus",1,1,2 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terminus",1,1,3 ], "a goal aimed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminus",1,1,4 ], "a boundary or boundary marker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terminus",1,1,5 ], "another name for term ,1,10" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termitarium",1,1,1 ], "the nest of a termite colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termite",1,1,1 ], "any whitish ant-like social insect of the order Isoptera, of warm and tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termite",1,1,1 ], "regions| Some species feed on wood, causing damage to furniture, buildings, trees, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "termless",1,1,1 ], "without limit or boundary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termless",1,1,2 ], "unconditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termless",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for indescribable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "termor",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds an estate for a term of years or until he dies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms of trade",1,1,1 ], "position, which improves when export prices rise faster or fall slower than import" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terms of trade",1,1,1 ], "prices" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "terms of trade",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of export prices to import prices| It measures a nation""s trading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,1 ], "(usually specified prenominally) the actual language or mode of presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,1 ], "used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,2 ], "conditions of an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,3 ], "a sum of money paid for a service or credit; charges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by on) mutual relationship or standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,5 ], "bring to terms| to cause to agree or submit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,6 ], "in terms of| as expressed by; regarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terms",1,1,7 ], "come to terms| to reach acceptance or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term|",1,1,1 ], "terminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "term|",1,1,2 ], "termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tern",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the subfamily Sterninae, having a forked tail, long narrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tern",1,1,1 ], "etc|), order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tern",1,1,1 ], "wings, a pointed bill, and a typically black-and-white plumage: family Laridae (gulls," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tern",2,1,1 ], "a three-masted schooner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tern",2,1,2 ], "a group of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ternary form",1,1,1 ], "a musical structure consisting of two contrasting sections followed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ternary form",1,1,1 ], "repetition of the first; the form aba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"(of a number system)",1). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 1, 1],"consisting of three or groups of three",1). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 1, 2, 2],"involving or containing three variables",1). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 1, 2],"to the base three",1). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 1, 3],"(of an alloy, mixture, or chemical compound) having three different components",1). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 1, 3],"or composed of three different elements",2). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 2, 1],"ries",1). c_DEF([ "ternary" ,1, 2, 2],"a group of three",1). c_DEF([ "ternate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a leaf) consisting of three leaflets or other parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ternate",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of plants) having groups of three members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terne",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of lead containing tin (10-20 per cent) and antimony (1|5-2 per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terne",1,1,1 ], "cent)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terne",1,1,2 ], "steel plate coated with this alloy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ternion",1,1,1 ], "a group of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ternion",1,1,2 ], "a gathering of three sheets of paper folded once, making six leaves or 12" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ternion",1,1,2 ], "pages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terotechnology",1,1,1 ], "maintenance of equipment and machinery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terotechnology",1,1,1 ], "technology concerned with the installation, efficient operation, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terpene",1,1,1 ], "Their molecules contain isoprene units and have the general formula (C\5H\8)n" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "terpene",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of unsaturated hydrocarbons, such as limonene, pinene, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terpene",1,1,1 ], "the carotenes, that are found in the essential oils of many plants, esp| conifers|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terpineol",1,1,1 ], "a terpene alcohol with an odour of lilac, existing in three isomeric forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terpineol",1,1,1 ], "and in flavourings and perfumes| Formula: C10H17OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "terpineol",1,1,1 ], "that occur in several essential oils| A mixture of the isomers is used as a solvent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terra alba",1,1,1 ], "a white finely powdered form of gypsum, used to make paints, paper, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra alba",1,1,2 ], "any of various other white earthy substances, such as kaolin, pipeclay, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra alba",1,1,2 ], "magnesia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terra cotta",1,1,1 ], "a hard unglazed brownish-red earthenware, or the clay from which it is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra cotta",1,1,2 ], "something made of terra cotta, such as a sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra cotta",1,1,3 ], "a strong reddish-brown to brownish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra cotta",1,2,1 ], "made of terra cotta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra cotta",1,2,2 ], "of the colour terra cotta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra firma",1,1,1 ], "the solid earth; firm ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra incognita",1,1,1 ], "an unexplored or unknown land, region, or area for study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra sigillata",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown clayey earth found on the Aegean island of Lemnos: formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra sigillata",1,1,1 ], "used as an astringent and in the making of earthenware pottery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terra sigillata",1,1,2 ], "any similar earth resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra sigillata",1,1,3 ], "earthenware pottery made from this or a similar earth, esp| Samian ware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terra",1,1,1 ], "(in legal contexts) earth or land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal flat area of ground, often one of a series in a slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,1,1 ], "a row of houses, usually identical and having common dividing walls, or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,1,1 ], "street onto which they face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,1,2 ], "Grosvenor Terrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,2 ], "a paved area alongside a building, serving partly as a garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,3 ], "a balcony or patio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,4 ], "the flat roof of a house built in a Spanish or Oriental style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,5 ], "a flat area bounded by a short steep slope formed by the down-cutting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,5 ], "river or by erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,5,1 ], "unroofed tiers around a football pitch on which the spectators stand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,1,5,2 ], "the spectators themselves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrace",1,2,1 ], "to make into or provide with a terrace or terraces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terraced house",1,1,1 ], "a house that is part of a terrace| U|S| name: row house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrain",1,1,1 ], "a piece of ground, esp| with reference to its physical character or military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrain",1,1,1 ], "potential" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrain",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of terrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrane",1,1,1 ], "a series of rock formations, esp| one having a prevalent type of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrapin",1,1,1 ], "any of various web-footed chelonian reptiles that live on land and in fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrapin",1,1,1 ], "water and feed on small aquatic animals: family Emydidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrarium",1,1,1 ], "a closed container in which small terrestrial animals or plants are kept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrazzo",1,1,1 ], "a floor or wall finish made by setting marble or other stone chips into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrazzo",1,1,1 ], "layer of mortar and polishing the surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terre-verte",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-green pigment used in paints, consisting of powdered glauconite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terre-verte",1,2,1 ], "of a greyish-green colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrene",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the earth; worldly; mundane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrene",1,1,2 ], "of earth; earthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrene",1,2,1 ], "a land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrene",1,2,2 ], "a rare word for earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terreplein",1,1,1 ], "the top of a rampart where guns are placed behind the parapet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terreplein",1,1,2 ], "an embankment with a level top surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial guidance",1,1,1 ], "a method of missile or rocket guidance in which the flight path is controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial guidance",1,1,1 ], "by reference to the strength and direction of the earth""s gravitational or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial guidance",1,1,1 ], "magnetic field" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial telescope",1,1,1 ], "Such telescopes contain an additional lens or prism system to produce an erect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial telescope",1,1,1 ], "a telescope for use on earth rather than for making astronomical observations|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial telescope",1,1,1 ], "image" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial",1,1,2 ], "of or belonging to the land as opposed to the sea or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial",1,1,3 ], "(of animals and plants) living or growing on the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial",1,1,4 ], "earthly, worldly, or mundane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrestrial",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terret",1,1,1 ], "either of the two metal rings on a harness saddle through which the reins are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terret",1,1,1 ], "passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terret",1,1,2 ], "the ring on a dog""s collar for attaching the lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrible",1,1,1 ], "very serious or extreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrible",1,1,2 ], "of poor quality; unpleasant or bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrible",1,1,3 ], "causing terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrible",1,1,4 ], "causing awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terribly" ,1, 1, 1],"(intensifier)",1). c_DEF([ "terribly" ,1, 1, 3],"in a terrible manner",1). c_DEF([ "terricolous",1,1,1 ], "living on or in the soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrier",1,1,1 ], "any of several usually small, active, and short-bodied breeds of dog," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrier",1,1,1 ], "originally trained to hunt animals living underground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrier",2,1,1 ], "a register or survey of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrific",1,1,1 ], "very great or intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrific",1,1,2 ], "very good; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrific",1,1,3 ], "very frightening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to inspire fear or dread in; frighten greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrigenous",1,1,1 ], "of or produced by the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrigenous",1,1,2 ], "(of geological deposits) formed in the sea from material derived from the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrigenous",1,1,2 ], "by erosion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrine",1,1,1 ], "an oval earthenware cooking dish with a tightly fitting lid used for pates," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrine",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrine",1,1,2 ], "the food cooked or served in such a dish, esp| pate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrine",1,1,3 ], "another word for tureen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorial court",1,1,1 ], "a court in a U|S| territory with both local and federal jurisdiction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorial waters",1,1,1 ], "conventionally within three miles from shore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territorial waters",1,1,1 ], "the waters over which a nation exercises jurisdiction and control," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a territory or territories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorial",1,1,2 ], "restricted to or owned by a particular territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorial",1,1,3 ], "local or regional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorial",1,1,4 ], "in emergency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territorial",1,1,4 ], "pertaining to a territorial army, providing a reserve of trained men for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorialism",1,1,1 ], "a social system under which the predominant force in the state is the landed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorialism",1,1,1 ], "class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territorialism",1,1,2 ], "a former Protestant theory that the civil government has the right to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorialism",1,1,2 ], "determine the religious beliefs of the subjects of a state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territoriality",1,1,1 ], "the state or rank of being a territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territoriality",1,1,2 ], "territory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territoriality",1,1,2 ], "the behaviour shown by an animal when establishing and defending its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorialize",1,1,1 ], "to make a territory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorialize",1,1,2 ], "to place on a territorial basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorialize",1,1,3 ], "to enlarge (a country) by acquiring more territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territorialize",1,1,4 ], "to make territorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,1 ], "any tract of land; district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,2 ], "sovereign state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,2 ], "the geographical domain under the jurisdiction of a political unit, esp| of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,3 ], "the district for which an agent, etc|, is responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,4 ], "an area inhabited and defended by an individual animal or a breeding pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,4 ], "animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,5 ], "an area of knowledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,6 ], "(in football, hockey, etc|) the area defended by a team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,7 ], "a lower status than most constituent parts of the state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,7 ], "a region of a country, esp| of a federal state, that enjoys less autonomy and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "territory",1,1,8 ], "a protectorate or other dependency of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terror",1,1,1 ], "great fear, panic, or dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terror",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that inspires great dread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terror",1,1,3 ], "a troublesome person or thing, esp| a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terror",1,1,4 ], "terrorism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terror-stricken",1,1,1 ], "in a state of terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrorism",1,1,1 ], "some goal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terrorism",1,1,1 ], "the act of terrorizing; systematic use of violence and intimidation to achieve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrorism",1,1,2 ], "the state of being terrorized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrorism",1,1,3 ], "government or opposition to government by means of terror" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrorist",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who employs terror or terrorism, esp| as a political weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrorist",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrorize",1,1,1 ], "to coerce or control by violence, fear, threats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terrorize",1,1,2 ], "to inspire with dread; terrify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terry",1,1,1 ], "an uncut loop in the pile of towelling or a similar fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terry",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric with such a pile on both sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terry",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terr|",1,1,1 ], "terrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terr|",1,1,2 ], "territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terse",1,1,1 ], "neatly brief and concise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terse",1,1,2 ], "curt; abrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tertial",1,2,1 ], "another word for tertiary 6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tertian",1,1,1 ], "(of a fever or the symptoms of a disease, esp| malaria) occurring every other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tertian",1,1,1 ], "day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tertian",1,2,1 ], "a tertian fever or symptoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tertiary college",1,1,1 ], "a college system incorporating the secondary school sixth form and vocational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tertiary college",1,1,1 ], "courses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 1],"third in degree, order, etc",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 2],"(of an industry) involving services as opposed to extraction or manufacture,",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 2],"such as transport, finance, etc",2). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 3, 1],"(of an organic compound)",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 3],"of or relating to a Third Order",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"(of an amine) having three organic groups attached to a nitrogen atom",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 4, 3],"(of a salt) derived from a tribasic acid by replacement of all its acidic",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 4, 3],"hydrogen atoms with metal atoms or electropositive groups",2). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 4],"having a functional group attached to a carbon atom that is attached to three",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 4],"other groups",2). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 5],"of, relating to, or designating any of the small flight feathers attached to",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 1, 5],"the part of the humerus nearest to the body",2). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 2, 1],"tiaries",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 2, 3],"any of the tertiary feathers",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 2, 4],"a member of a Third Order| HTertiary adj",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 2, 5],"for 69 million years, during which mammals became dominant",2). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 2, 5],"of, denoting, or formed in the first period of the Cenozoic era, which lasted",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 3, 1],"the",1). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 3, 2],"Oligocene, Miocene, and Pliocene epochs or series",2). c_DEF([ "tertiary" ,1, 3, 2],"the Tertiary period or rock system, divided into Palaeocene, Eocene,",1). c_DEF([ "tertium quid",1,1,1 ], "an unknown or indefinite thing related in some way to two known or definite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tertium quid",1,1,1 ], "things, but distinct from both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tervalent",1,1,1 ], "another word for trivalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terza rima",1,1,1 ], "a verse form of Italian origin consisting of a series of tercets in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "terza rima",1,1,1 ], "middle line of one tercet rhymes with the first and third lines of the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "terzetto",1,1,1 ], "a trio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ter|",1,1,1 ], "terrace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ter|",1,1,2 ], "territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tesla coil",1,1,1 ], "a step-up transformer with an air core, used for producing high voltages at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tesla coil",1,1,1 ], "high frequencies| The secondary circuit is tuned to resonate with the primary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tesla coil",1,1,1 ], "winding" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tesla",1,1,1 ], "area of 1 square metre| Symbol: T" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tesla",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of magnetic flux density equal to a flux of 1 weber in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessellate",1,1,1 ], "to construct, pave, or inlay with a mosaic of small tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessellate",1,2,1 ], "(of identical shapes) to fit together exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessellation",1,1,1 ], "the act of tessellating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessellation",1,1,2 ], "the form or a specimen of tessellated work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessera",1,1,1 ], "a small square tile of stone, glass, etc|, used in mosaics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessera",1,1,2 ], "a die, tally, etc|, used in classical times, made of bone or wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tesseract",1,1,1 ], "the four-dimensional equivalent of a cube; hypercube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessitura",1,1,1 ], "the general pitch level of a piece of vocal music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tessitura",1,1,2 ], "the compass or range of a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test ban",1,1,1 ], "an agreement among nations to forgo tests of some or all types of nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test ban",1,1,1 ], "weapons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test case",1,1,1 ], "a legal action that serves as a precedent in deciding similar succeeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test case",1,1,1 ], "cases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test match",1,1,1 ], "(in various sports, esp| cricket) any of a series of international matches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test paper",1,1,1 ], "paper impregnated with an indicator for use in chemical tests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test paper",1,1,1,1 ], "the question sheet of a test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test paper",1,1,1,2 ], "the paper completed by a test candidate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test pilot",1,1,1 ], "a pilot who flies aircraft of new design to test their performance in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test tube",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical round-bottomed glass tube open at one end: used in scientific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test tube",1,1,1 ], "experiments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test tube",1,1,2 ], "made synthetically in, or as if in, a test tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,1,1 ], "subjection to certain examinations, etc|; try" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,1,1 ], "to ascertain (the worth, capability, or endurance) of (a person or thing) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by for) to carry out an examination on (a substance, material, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,1,2 ], "presence of a substance or the possession of a property" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,1,2 ], "system) by applying some chemical or physical procedure designed to indicate the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,1 ], "a method, practice, or examination designed to test a person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,2 ], "a series of questions or problems designed to test a specific skill or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,2 ], "knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,3 ], "a standard of judgment; criterion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,3,1 ], "a chemical reaction or physical procedure for testing a substance, material," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,3,2 ], "a chemical reagent used in such a procedure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,3,3 ], "the result of the procedure or the evidence gained from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,4 ], "a declaration or confirmation of truth, loyalty, etc|; oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",1,2,5 ], "performed as a test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",2,1,1 ], "the hard or tough outer covering of certain invertebrates and tunicates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test",2,1,2 ], "a variant of testa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test-bed",1,1,1 ], "an area equipped with instruments, etc|, used for testing machinery, engines," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test-bed",1,1,1 ], "etc|, under working conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "test-tube baby",1,1,1 ], "a fetus that has developed from an ovum fertilized in an artificial womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "test-tube baby",1,1,2 ], "a baby conceived by artificial insemination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testa",1,1,1 ], "a hard protective outer layer of the seeds of flowering plants seed coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or possessing a test or testa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testaceous",1,1,2 ], "of the reddish-brown colour of terra cotta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testament",1,1,1 ], "a will setting out the disposition of personal property (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testament",1,1,1 ], "last will and testament)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testament",1,1,2 ], "a proof, attestation, or tribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testament",1,1,2,1 ], "a covenant instituted between God and man, esp| the covenant of Moses or that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testament",1,1,2,1 ], "instituted by Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testament",1,1,2,2 ], "a copy of either the Old or the New Testament, or of the complete Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testamentary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a will or testament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testamentary",1,1,2 ], "derived from, bequeathed, or appointed by a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testamentary",1,1,3 ], "contained or set forth in a will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testate",1,1,1 ], "having left a legally valid will at death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testate",1,2,1 ], "a person who dies testate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testator" ,1, 1, 1],"a person who makes a will, esp| one who dies testate",1). c_DEF([ "tester",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that tests or is used for testing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tester",2,1,1 ], "(in furniture) a canopy, esp| the canopy over a four-poster bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tester",3,1,1 ], "another name for teston ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testes",1,1,1 ], "the plural of testis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testicle",1,1,1 ], "either of the two male reproductive glands, in most mammals enclosed within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testicle",1,1,1 ], "the scrotum, that produce spermatozoa and the hormone testosterone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testiculate",1,1,1 ], "having an oval shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testify",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to state (something) formally as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testify",1,1,1 ], "declaration of fact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testify",1,1,2 ], "to declare or give (evidence) under oath, esp| in court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testify",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by to) to be evidence (of); serve as witness (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testify",1,2,1 ], "to declare or acknowledge openly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimonial",1,1,1 ], "a recommendation of the character, ability, etc|, of a person or of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimonial",1,1,1 ], "quality of a consumer product or service, esp| by a person whose opinion is valued" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testimonial",1,1,2 ], "a formal statement of truth or fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimonial",1,1,3 ], "a tribute given for services or achievements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimonial",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a testimony or testimonial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimony",1,1,1 ], "a declaration of truth or fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimony",1,1,2 ], "evidence given by a witness, esp| orally in court under oath or affirmation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimony",1,1,3 ], "evidence testifying to something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimony",1,1,3,1 ], "the Ten Commandments, as inscribed on the two stone tables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testimony",1,1,3,2 ], "the Ark of the Covenant as the receptacle of these (Exodus 25:16; 16:34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testis",1,1,1 ], "another word for testicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teston",1,1,1 ], "a French silver coin of the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teston",1,1,2 ], "an English silver coin of the 16th century, originally worth one shilling," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teston",1,1,2 ], "bearing the head of Henry VIII" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testosterone",1,1,1 ], "a potent steroid hormone secreted mainly by the testes| It can be extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testosterone",1,1,1 ], "from the testes of animals or synthesized and used to treat androgen deficiency or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testosterone",1,1,1 ], "promote anabolis| Formula: C19H28O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "testudinal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a tortoise or turtle or the shell of either of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testudinal",1,1,1 ], "these animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testudo",1,1,1 ], "a form of shelter used by the ancient Roman Army for protection against attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testudo",1,1,1 ], "from above, consisting either of a mobile arched structure or of overlapping shields" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "testudo",1,1,1 ], "held by the soldiers over their heads" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "testy",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "testy",1,1,2 ], "irritable or touchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetanic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or producing tetanus or the spasms of tetanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetanic",1,2,1 ], "a tetanic drug or agent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetanize",1,1,1 ], "to induce tetanus in (a muscle) affect (a muscle) with tetanic spasms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetanus",1,1,1 ], "Clostridium tetani: infection usually occurs through a contaminated wound" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tetanus",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious disease in which sustained muscular spasm, contraction," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetanus",1,1,1 ], "and convulsion are caused by the release of exotoxins from the bacterium," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetanus",1,1,2 ], "any tense contraction of a muscle, esp| when produced by electric shocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetany",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal increase in the excitability of nerves and muscles resulting in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetany",1,1,1 ], "spasms of the arms and legs, caused by a deficiency of parathyroid secretion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetartohedral",1,1,1 ], "(of a crystal) having one quarter of the number of faces necessary for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetartohedral",1,1,1 ], "full symmetry of its crystal system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetchy",1,1,1 ], "tetchier, tetchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetchy",1,1,2 ], "being or inclined to be cross, irritable, or touchy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "teth",1,1,1 ], "more or less like English t with pharyngeal articulation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "teth",1,1,1 ], "the ninth letter of the Hebrew alphabet () transliterated as t and pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tether",1,1,1 ], "a restricting rope, chain, etc|, by which an animal is tied to a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tether",1,1,1 ], "spot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tether",1,1,2 ], "the range of one""s endurance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tether",1,1,3 ], "at the end of one""s tether| distressed or exasperated to the limit of one""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tether",1,1,3 ], "endurance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tether",1,2,1 ], "to tie or limit with or as if with a tether" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetra",1,1,1 ], "Hemigrammus and related genera: family Characidae (characins)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetra",1,1,1 ], "any of various brightly coloured tropical freshwater fishes of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetra-",1,1,1 ], "four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrabasic",1,1,1 ], "(of an acid) containing four replaceable hydrogen atoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrabrach",1,1,1 ], "(in classical prosody) a word or metrical foot composed of four short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrabrach",1,1,1 ], "syllables ()" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrabranchiate",1,1,1 ], "cephalopod molluscs having four gills and including the pearly nautilus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrabranchiate",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Tetrabranchiata, a former order of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrabranchiate",1,2,1 ], "any mollusc belonging to the Tetrabranchiata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrachloride",1,1,1 ], "any compound that contains four chlorine atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrachord",1,1,1 ], "(in musical theory, esp| of classical Greece) any of several groups of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrachord",1,1,1 ], "notes in descending order, in which the first and last notes form a perfect fourth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetracid",1,1,1 ], "(of a base) capable of reacting with four molecules of a monobasic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetracyclic",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound) containing four rings in its molecular structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetracycline",1,1,1 ], "Streptomyces viridifaciens: used in treating rickettsial infections and various bacterial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetracycline",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic synthesized from chlortetracycline or derived from the bacterium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetracycline",1,1,1 ], "and viral infections| Formula: C22H24N2O8" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tetrad",1,1,1 ], "a group or series of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrad",1,1,2 ], "the number four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrad",1,1,3 ], "a group of four cells formed by meiosis from one diploid cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrad",1,1,4 ], "a four-stranded structure, formed during the pachytene stage of meiosis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrad",1,1,4 ], "consisting of paired homologous chromosomes that have each divided into two chromatids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrad",1,1,5 ], "an element, atom, group, or ion with a valency of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetradymite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Bi2Te2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetradymite",1,1,1 ], "a grey metallic mineral consisting of a telluride and sulphide of bismuth|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetradynamous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having six stamens, two of which are shorter than the others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetraethyl lead",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Pb(C\2H\5)4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetraethyl lead",1,1,1 ], "a colourless oily insoluble liquid used in petrol to prevent knocking|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetragon",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for quadrilateral ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetragonal",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular axes of which only two are equal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetragonal",1,1,1 ], "relating or belonging to the crystal system characterized by three mutually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetragonal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or shaped like a quadrilateral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetragram",1,1,1 ], "any word of four letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrahedrite",1,1,1 ], "(Cu,Fe)12Sb4S13" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tetrahedrite",1,1,1 ], "a grey metallic mineral consisting of a sulphide of copper, iron, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrahedrite",1,1,1 ], "antimony, often in the form of tetrahedral crystals: it is a source of copper| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having four plane faces| A regular tetrahedron has faces that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrahedron",1,1,1 ], "are equilateral triangles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrahedron",1,1,2 ], "any object shaped like a tetrahedron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetralogy",1,1,1 ], "a series of four related works, as in drama or opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetralogy",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) a group of four dramas, the first three tragic and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetralogy",1,1,2 ], "last satiric" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetramerous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of animals or plants) having or consisting of four parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetramerous",1,1,2 ], "(of certain flowers) having parts arranged in whorls of four members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrameter",1,1,1 ], "a line of verse consisting of four metrical feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrameter",1,1,2 ], "a verse composed of such lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrameter",1,1,3 ], "(in classical prosody) a line of verse composed of four dipodies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetramethyldiarsine",1,1,1 ], "an oily slightly water-soluble poisonous liquid with garlic-like odour| Its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetramethyldiarsine",1,1,1 ], "cacodyl, dicacodyl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tetramethyldiarsine",1,1,1 ], "derivatives are used as accelerators for rubber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetraplegia",1,1,1 ], "another name for quadriplegia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetraploid",1,1,1 ], "having four times the haploid number of chromosomes in the nucleus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetraploid",1,2,1 ], "a tetraploid organism, nucleus, or cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrapod",1,1,1 ], "any vertebrate that has four limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrapod",1,1,2 ], "a device consisting of four arms radiating from a central point, each at 120" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrapod",1,1,2 ], "a supporting tripod and the fourth is vertical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tetrapod",1,1,2 ], "degrees to the others, so that regardless of its position on a surface, three arms form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrapody",1,1,1 ], "a metrical unit consisting of four feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrapterous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain insects) having four wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrapterous",1,1,2 ], "having four winglike extensions or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrarch",1,1,1 ], "the ruler of one fourth of a country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrarch",1,1,2 ], "a subordinate ruler, esp| of Syria under the Roman Empire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrarch",1,1,3 ], "the commander of one of the smaller subdivisions of a Macedonian phalanx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrarch",1,1,4 ], "any of four joint rulers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetraspore",1,1,1 ], "any of the asexual spores that are produced in groups of four in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetraspore",1,1,1 ], "sporangium (tetrasporangium) of any of the red algae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrastich",1,1,1 ], "a poem, stanza, or strophe that consists of four lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrastichous",1,1,1 ], "(of flowers or leaves on a stalk) arranged in four vertical rows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrasyllable",1,1,1 ], "a word of four syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetratomic",1,1,1 ], "composed of four atoms or having four atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetravalent",1,1,1 ], "having a valency of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetravalent",1,1,2 ], "having four valencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrode",1,1,1 ], "an electronic valve having four electrodes, namely a cathode, control grid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrode",1,1,1 ], "screen grid, and anode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetrode",1,1,2 ], "(of a transistor) having two terminals on the base or gate to improve the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetrode",1,1,2 ], "performance at high frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetroxide",1,1,1 ], "any oxide that contains four oxygen atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetryl",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline explosive solid used in detonators;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetryl",1,1,1 ], "trinitrophenylmethylnitramine| Formula: (NO\2)3C6H2N(NO\2)CH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tetter",1,1,1 ], "a blister or pimple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tetter",1,1,2 ], "any of various skin eruptions, such as eczema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,1 ], "illustrations, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,1 ], "the main body of a printed or written work as distinct from commentary, notes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,2 ], "the words of something printed or written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,3 ], "revision or translation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,3 ], "the original exact wording of a work, esp| the Bible, as distinct from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,4 ], "a short passage of the Bible used as a starting point for a sermon or adduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,4 ], "as proof of a doctrine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,5 ], "the topic or subject of a discussion or work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,6 ], "any one of several styles of letters or types" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "text",1,1,7 ], "short for textbook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textbook",1,1,1,1 ], "a book used as a standard source of information on a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textbook",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textile",1,1,1 ], "any fabric or cloth, esp| woven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textile",1,1,2 ], "raw material suitable to be made into cloth; fibre or yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textile",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to fabrics or the making of fabrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textual criticism",1,1,1 ], "establish the original text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "textual criticism",1,1,1 ], "the scholarly study of manuscripts, esp| of the Bible, in an effort to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textual criticism",1,1,2 ], "literary criticism emphasizing a close analysis of the text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a text or texts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textual",1,1,2 ], "based on or conforming to a text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textualism",1,1,1 ], "doctrinaire adherence to a text, esp| of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textualism",1,1,2 ], "textual criticism, esp| of the Bible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "textuary" ,1, 1, 1],"of, relating to, or contained in a text",1). c_DEF([ "textuary" ,1, 2, 2],"a textual critic",1). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,1 ], "the surface of a material, esp| as perceived by the sense of touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,2 ], "the structure, appearance, and feel of a woven fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,3 ], "the general structure and disposition of the constituent parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,4 ], "the distinctive character or quality of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,5 ], "the nature of a surface other than smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,6 ], "the representation of the nature of a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,6,1 ], "aspects of melody and rhythm and the vertically represented aspect of harmony" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,6,1 ], "music considered as the interrelationship between the horizontally presented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,1,6,2 ], "the nature and quality of the instrumentation of a passage, piece, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "texture",1,2,1 ], "to give a distinctive usually rough or grainy texture to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalamencephalon",1,1,1 ], "gland, and adjacent structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thalamencephalon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the diencephalon of the brain that includes the thalamus, pineal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalamencephalon",1,1,2 ], "another name for diencephalon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalamus",1,1,1 ], "either of the two contiguous egg-shaped masses of grey matter at the base of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalamus",1,1,1 ], "the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thalamus",1,1,2 ], "both of these masses considered as a functional unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalamus",1,1,3 ], "the receptacle or torus of a flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalassic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the sea; pelagic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalassic",1,1,2 ], "inhabiting or growing in the sea; marine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalassocracy",1,1,1 ], "the government of a nation having dominion over large expanses of the seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaler",1,1,1 ], "a former German, Austrian, or Swiss silver coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalidomide",1,1,1,1 ], "C13H10N2O4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thalidomide",1,1,1,1 ], "a synthetic drug formerly used as a sedative and hypnotic but withdrawn from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalidomide",1,1,1,1 ], "the market when found to cause abnormalities in developing fetuses| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thalidomide",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thallic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing thallium, esp| in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thallium",1,1,1 ], "1457 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "thallium",1,1,1 ], "a soft malleable highly toxic white metallic element used as a rodent and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thallium",1,1,1 ], "and in photoelectric cells| Symbol: Tl; atomic no|: 81; atomic wt|: 204|37;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thallium",1,1,1 ], "insect poison and in low-melting glass| Its compounds are used as infrared detectors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thallium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 1 or 3; relative density: 11|85; melting pt|: 303|5 degrees C; boiling pt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thallophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the group (or former division)Thallophyta, lacking true stems," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thallophyte",1,1,1 ], "as separate divisions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thallophyte",1,1,1 ], "leaves, and roots: includes the algae, fungi, lichens, and bacteria, all now regarded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thallous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing thallium, esp| in the monovalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thallus",1,1,1 ], "the undifferentiated plant body of algae, fungi, and lichens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalweg",1,1,1 ], "the longitudinal outline of a riverbed from source to mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thalweg",1,1,2 ], "the line of steepest descent from any point on the land surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "than",1,2,1 ], "used to introduce the second element of a comparison, the first element of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "than",1,2,1 ], "which expresses difference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "than",1,2,2 ], "alternative in an expression of preference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "than",1,2,2 ], "used after adverbs such as rather or sooner to introduce a rejected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "than",1,2,3 ], "other than| besides; in addition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanatopsis",1,1,1 ], "a meditation on death, as in a poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thane",1,1,1 ], "(in Anglo-Saxon England) a member of an aristocratic class, ranking below an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thane",1,1,1 ], "ealdorman, whose status was hereditary and who held land from the king or from another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thane",1,1,1 ], "nobleman in return for certain services" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thane",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval Scotland) a person of rank, often the chief of a clan, holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thane",1,1,2 ], "land from the king" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thank you",1,2,1 ], "a conventional expression of gratitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thank",1,1,1 ], "to convey feelings of gratitude to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thank",1,1,2 ], "to hold responsible;he has his creditors to thank for his bankruptcy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thank",1,1,3 ], "used in exclamations of relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thank",1,1,4 ], "I""ll thank you to| used ironically to intensify a command, request, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thankful",1,1,1 ], "grateful and appreciative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thankless",1,1,1 ], "receiving no thanks or appreciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thankless",1,1,2 ], "ungrateful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanks",1,1,1 ], "an expression of appreciation or gratitude or an acknowledgment of services or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanks",1,1,1 ], "favours given" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thanks",1,1,2 ], "thanks to| because of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanks",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation expressing acknowledgment, gratitude, or appreciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanksgiving",1,1,1 ], "the act of giving thanks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanksgiving",1,1,1,1 ], "an expression of thanks to God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanksgiving",1,1,1,2 ], "a public act of religious observance or a celebration in acknowledgment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thanksgiving",1,1,1,2 ], "divine favours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tahr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,1,1 ], "used preceding a noun that denotes something more remote or removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,1,1 ], "used preceding a noun that has been mentioned at some time or is understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,1,2 ], "don""t eat that; that""s what I mean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,1,2 ], "that is John and this is his wife; give me that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,2 ], "used to refer to something that is familiar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,3 ], "and that| Informal| everything connected with the subject mentioned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,4 ], "at that| additionally, all things considered, or nevertheless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,5 ], "like that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,5,1 ], "with ease; effortlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,5,2 ], "of such a nature, character, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,6 ], "that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,6,1 ], "to be precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,6,2 ], "in other words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,6,3 ], "for example" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,7 ], "that""s more like it| that is better, an improvement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,8 ], "that""s that| there is no more to be done, discussed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,1,9 ], "with that| thereupon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,2,1 ], "used to introduce a noun clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,2,2 ], "used to introduce a clause of purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,2,3 ], "used to introduce a clause of result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,2,4 ], "indignation, or amazement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,2,4 ], "used to introduce a clause after an understood sentence expressing desire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,3,1 ], "degree already mentioned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,3,1 ], "used with adjectives or adverbs to reinforce the specification of a precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,3,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,3,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,4,1 ], "used to introduce a restrictive relative clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,4,2 ], "used to introduce a clause with the verb to be to emphasize the extent to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "that",1,4,2 ], "which the preceding noun is applicable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thatch",1,1,1,1 ], "thatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thatch",1,1,2 ], "a roofing material that consists of straw, reed, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thatch",1,1,2,2 ], "a roof made of such a material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thatch",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling this, such as the hair of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thatch",1,1,4 ], "any of various palms with leaves suitable for thatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thatch",1,2,1 ], "to cover (a roof) with thatch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaumatology",1,1,1 ], "the study of or a treatise on miracles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaumatrope",1,1,1 ], "a toy in which partial pictures on the two sides of a card appear to merge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaumatrope",1,1,1 ], "when the card is twirled rapidly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thaumaturge",1,1,1 ], "a performer of miracles; magician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaw",1,1,1 ], "to melt or cause to melt from a solid frozen state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaw",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become unfrozen; defrost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaw",1,1,3 ], "to be the case that the ice or snow is melting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaw",1,2,1 ], "to become more sociable, relaxed, or friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaw",1,3,1 ], "the act or process of thawing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaw",1,3,2 ], "a spell of relatively warm weather, causing snow or ice to melt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thaw",1,3,3 ], "an increase in relaxation or friendliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,1 ], "used preceding a noun that has been previously specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,10 ], "used with proper nouns when qualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,11 ], "another word for per, esp| with nouns or noun phrases of cost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,12 ], "my; our" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,13 ], "person, event, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,13 ], "used preceding a unit of time in phrases or titles indicating an outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,2 ], "etc|, as distinct from others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,2 ], "used with a qualifying word or phrase to indicate a particular person, object," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,3 ], "community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,3 ], "used preceding certain nouns associated with one""s culture, society, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,4 ], "used preceding present participles and adjectives when they function as nouns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,5 ], "place names" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,5 ], "used preceding titles and certain uniquely specific or proper nouns, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,6 ], "used preceding a qualifying adjective or noun in certain names or titles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,7 ], "used preceding a noun to make it refer to its class generically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,8 ], "used instead of my, your, her, etc|, with parts of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",1,1,9 ], "(usually stressed) the best, only, or most remarkable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",2,1,1 ], "(often foll| by for) used before comparative adjectives or adverbs for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the",2,1,1 ], "emphasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "the",2,1,2 ], "indicate equality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "the",2,1,2 ], "used correlatively before each of two comparative adjectives or adverbs to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "the-",1,1,1 ], "variant of theo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Theaceae, a family of evergreen trees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theaceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubs of tropical and warm regions: includes the tea plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theanthropism",1,1,1 ], "the ascription of human traits or characteristics to a god or gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theanthropism",1,1,2 ], "single person of Christ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theanthropism",1,1,2 ], "the doctrine of the hypostatic union of the divine and human natures in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thearchy",1,1,1 ], "rule or government by God or gods; theocracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre of cruelty",1,1,1 ], "a type of theatre advocated by Antonin Artaud in Le Theatre et son double in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre of cruelty",1,1,1 ], "which gesture, movement, sound, and symbolism are emphasized rather than language" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theatre of the absurd",1,1,1 ], "drama in which normal conventions and dramatic structure are ignored or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre of the absurd",1,1,1 ], "modified in order to present life as irrational or meaningless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,1,1 ], "a building designed for the performance of plays, operas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,1,3 ], "a theatre-goer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,10 ], "a circular or semicircular open-air building with tiers of seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,2 ], "a large room or hall, usually with a raised platform and tiered seats for an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,2 ], "audience, used for lectures, film shows, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,3 ], "a room in a hospital or other medical centre equipped for surgical operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,4 ], "plays regarded collectively as a form of art" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,5 ], "the theatre| the world of actors, theatrical companies, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,6 ], "a setting for dramatic or important events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,7 ], "writing that is suitable for dramatic presentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,8 ], "the usual word for cinema" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre",1,1,9 ], "a major area of military activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre-in-the-round",1,1,1 ], "a theatre with seats arranged around a central acting area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatre-in-the-round",1,1,2 ], "drama written or designed for performance in such a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatrical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the theatre or dramatic performances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatrical",1,1,2 ], "exaggerated and affected in manner or behaviour; histrionic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatricals",1,1,1 ], "dramatic performances and entertainments, esp| as given by amateurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatrics",1,1,1 ], "the art of staging plays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theatrics",1,1,2 ], "exaggerated mannerisms or displays of emotions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thebaine",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous white crystalline alkaloid, extracted from opium and used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thebaine",1,1,1 ], "medicine| Formula: C19H21NO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theca",1,1,1 ], "an enclosing organ, cell, or spore case, esp| the capsule of a moss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theca",1,1,2 ], "a hard outer covering, such as the cup-shaped container of a coral polyp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thecodont",1,1,1 ], "(of mammals and certain reptiles) having teeth that grow in sockets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thecodont",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to teeth of this type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thecodont",1,2,1 ], "any extinct reptile of the order Thecodontia, of Triassic times, having teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thecodont",1,2,1 ], "birds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thecodont",1,2,1 ], "set in sockets: they gave rise to the dinosaurs, crocodiles, pterodactyls, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thee",1,1,1 ], "the objective form of thou" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thee",1,1,2 ], "Friends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thee",1,1,2 ], "refers to the person addressed: used mainly by members of the Society of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theft",1,1,1 ], "intention of depriving the owner permanently of its possession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theft",1,1,1 ], "the dishonest taking of property belonging to another person with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theft",1,1,2 ], "something stolen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thegn",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of thane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theine",1,1,1 ], "another name for caffeine, esp| when present in tea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "their",1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated in some way with them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "their",1,1,2 ], "belonging to or associated in some way with people in general not including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "their",1,1,2 ], "the speaker or people addressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "their",1,1,3 ], "belonging to or associated in some way with an indefinite antecedent such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "their",1,1,3 ], "one, whoever, or anybody: everyone should bring their own lunch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theirs",1,1,1 ], "something or someone belonging to or associated in some way with them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theirs",1,1,2 ], "antecedent such as one, whoever, or anybody: everyone thinks theirs is best" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theirs",1,1,2 ], "something or someone belonging to or associated in some way with an indefinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theirs",1,1,3 ], "of theirs| belonging to or associated with them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theism",1,1,1 ], "the form of the belief in one God as the transcendent creator and ruler of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theism",1,1,1 ], "universe that does not necessarily entail further belief in divine revelation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theism",1,1,2 ], "the belief in the existence of a God or gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "them",1,1,1 ], "refers to things or people other than the speaker or people addressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "them",1,1,2 ], "a dialect word for themselves when used as an indirect object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "them",1,2,1 ], "a nonstandard word for those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thematic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of a theme or themes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thematic",1,1,2 ], "denoting a vowel or other sound or sequence of sounds that occurs between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thematic",1,1,2 ], "root of a word and any inflectional or derivational suffixes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thematic",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the stem or root of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thematic",1,2,1 ], "a thematic vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme song",1,1,1 ], "a melody used, esp| in a film score, to set a mood, introduce a character," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme song",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theme song",1,1,2 ], "another word for signature tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,1 ], "an idea or topic expanded in a discourse, discussion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,2 ], "(in literature, music, art, etc|) a unifying idea, image, or motif, repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,2 ], "or developed throughout a work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,2,1 ], "a group of notes forming a recognizable melodic unit, often used as the basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,2,1 ], "of the musical material in a composition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,3 ], "a short essay, esp| one set as an exercise for a student" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,4 ], "another word for root ,1,9 or stem ,1,9" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,5 ], "(in the Byzantine Empire) a territorial unit consisting of several provinces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theme",1,1,5 ], "under a military commander" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "themselves",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of they or them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "themselves",1,1,1,2 ], "the team themselves voted on it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "themselves",1,1,2 ], "their normal or usual selves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "themselves",1,1,3 ], "Also themself| Not standard| a reflexive form of an indefinite antecedent such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "themselves",1,1,3 ], "as one, whoever, or anybody: everyone has to look after themselves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "themselves",1,1,3 ], "myself",1 ,3 ). c_DEF([ "then",1,1,1 ], "at that time; over that period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "then",1,1,2 ], "in that case; that being so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "then",1,2,1 ], "after that; with that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "then",1,3,1 ], "that time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "then",1,4,1 ], "existing, functioning, etc|, at that time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thenar",1,1,1 ], "the palm of the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thenar",1,1,2 ], "the fleshy area of the palm at the base of the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thenar",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the palm or the region at the base of the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thenardite",1,1,1 ], "a whitish vitreous mineral that consists of anhydrous sodium sulphate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thenardite",1,1,1 ], "occurs in saline residues| Formula: Na2SO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thence",1,1,1 ], "from that place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thence",1,1,2 ], "from that time or event; thereafter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thence",1,1,3 ], "therefore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thenceforward",1,1,1 ], "from that time or place on; thence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating God or gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theobromine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C7H8N4O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "theobromine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline slightly water-soluble alkaloid that occurs in many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theobromine",1,1,1 ], "plants, such as tea and cacao: used to treat coronary heart disease and headaches|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theocentric",1,1,1 ], "having God as the focal point of attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theocracy",1,1,1 ], "government by a deity or by a priesthood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theocracy",1,1,2 ], "a community or political unit under such government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theocrasy",1,1,1 ], "a mingling into one of deities or divine attributes previously regarded as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theocrasy",1,1,1 ], "distinct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theocrasy",1,1,2 ], "the union of the soul with God in mysticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theodicy",1,1,1 ], "objections resulting from physical and moral evil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theodicy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of theology concerned with defending the attributes of God against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theodicy",1,1,2 ], "the philosophical study of God and the destiny of the soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theodolite",1,1,1 ], "a surveying instrument for measuring horizontal and vertical angles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theodolite",1,1,1 ], "and vertical planes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "theodolite",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a small tripod-mounted telescope that is free to move in both the horizontal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theogony",1,1,1 ], "the origin and descent of the gods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theogony",1,1,2 ], "an account of this, often recited in epic poetry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theologian",1,1,1 ], "a person versed in or engaged in the study of theology, esp| Christian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theologian",1,1,1 ], "theology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theological virtues",1,1,1 ], "(esp| among the scholastics) those virtues that are infused into man by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theological virtues",1,1,1 ], "special grace of God, specifically faith, hope, and charity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theological",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or based on theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theological",1,1,2 ], "based on God""s revelation to man of his nature, his designs, and his will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theologize",1,1,1 ], "discussion, or formulate theological arguments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theologize",1,1,1 ], "to speculate upon theological subjects, engage in theological study or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theologize",1,2,1 ], "to render theological or treat from a theological point of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theology",1,1,1 ], "relationship to and influence upon other beings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theology",1,1,1 ], "the systematic study of the existence and nature of the divine and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theology",1,1,2 ], "purpose, esp| through the teaching of the Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theology",1,1,2 ], "the systematic study of Christian revelation concerning God""s nature and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theology",1,1,3 ], "a specific system, form, or branch of this study, esp| for those preparing for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theology",1,1,3 ], "the ministry or priesthood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theol|",1,1,1 ], "theologian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theol|",1,1,2 ], "theological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theol|",1,1,3 ], "theology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theomachy",1,1,1 ], "a battle among the gods or against them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theomancy",1,1,1 ], "divination or prophecy by an oracle or by people directly inspired by a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theomania",1,1,1 ], "god" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theomania",1,1,1 ], "religious madness, esp| when it takes the form of believing oneself to be a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theomorphic",1,1,1 ], "of God or a deity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theomorphic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the conception or representation of man as having the form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theonomy",1,1,1 ], "the state of being governed by God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theopathy" ,1, 1, 1],"religious emotion engendered by the contemplation of or meditation upon God",1). c_DEF([ "theophagy",1,1,1 ], "the sacramental eating of a god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theophany",1,1,1 ], "a manifestation of a deity to man in a form that, though visible, is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theophany",1,1,1 ], "necessarily material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theophobia",1,1,1 ], "morbid fear or hatred of God" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theophylline",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline slightly water-soluble alkaloid that is an isomer of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theophylline",1,1,1 ], "headaches| Formula: C7H8N4O2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "theophylline",1,1,1 ], "theobromine: it occurs in plants such as tea and is used to treat heart disease and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theorbo",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete form of the lute, having two necks, one above the other, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theorbo",1,1,1 ], "second neck carrying a set of unstopped sympathetic bass strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theorem",1,1,1 ], "a proposition, statement, or formula, esp| one that has been or can be deduced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theorem",1,1,1 ], "from axioms or previously proved propositions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theoretical",1,1,1 ], "of or based on theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theoretical",1,1,2 ], "lacking practical application or actual existence; hypothetical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theoretical",1,1,3 ], "using or dealing in theory; impractical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theoretician",1,1,1 ], "a student or user of the theory rather than the practical aspects of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theoretician",1,1,1 ], "subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theoretics",1,1,1 ], "the theory of a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theorize",1,1,1 ], "to produce or use theories speculate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theory of games",1,1,1 ], "another name for game theory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theory",1,1,1 ], "a plan formulated in the mind only; speculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theory",1,1,2 ], "a system of rules, procedures, and assumptions used to produce a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theory",1,1,3 ], "abstract knowledge or reasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theory",1,1,4 ], "a set of hypotheses related by logical or mathematical arguments to explain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theory",1,1,4 ], "and predict a wide variety of connected phenomena in general terms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theory",1,1,5 ], "a nontechnical name for hypothesis ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theosophy",1,1,1 ], "any of various religious or philosophical systems claiming to be based on or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theosophy",1,1,1 ], "to express an intuitive insight into the divine nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theosophy",1,1,2 ], "be derived from the sacred writings of Brahmanism and Buddhism, but denying the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "theosophy",1,1,2 ], "existence of any personal God" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "theosophy",1,1,2 ], "the system of beliefs of the Theosophical Society founded in 1875, claiming to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theos|",1,1,1 ], "theosophical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theos|",1,1,2 ], "theosophy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therapeutic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the treatment of disease; curative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therapeutic",1,1,2 ], "serving or performed to maintain health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therapeutics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therapist",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in a particular type of therapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therapsid",1,1,1 ], "any extinct reptile of the order Therapsida, of Permian to Triassic times:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therapsid",1,1,1 ], "considered to be the ancestors of mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "therapy",1,1,1,1 ], "the treatment of disorders or disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therapy",1,1,1,2 ], "physiotherapy; electrotherapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therap|",1,1,1 ], "therapeutic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therap|",1,1,2 ], "therapeutics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,1,1 ], "in, at, or to that place, point, case, or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,2,1 ], "is an indefinite or mass noun phrase following the verb as complement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,2,1 ], "used as a grammatical subject with some verbs, esp| be, when the true subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,1 ], "who or which is in that place or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,2 ], "all there| having his wits about him; of normal intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,3 ], "defiance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,3 ], "so there| an exclamation that usually follows a declaration of refusal or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,4 ], "there it is| that is the state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,5 ], "there you are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,5,1 ], "an expression used when handing a person something requested or desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,3,5,2 ], "an exclamation of triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,4,1 ], "that place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "there",1,5,1 ], "an expression of sympathy, as in consoling a child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereabouts",1,1,1 ], "near that place, time, amount, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereafter",1,1,1 ], "from that time on or after that time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereat",1,1,1 ], "at that point or time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereat",1,1,2 ], "for that reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereby",1,1,1 ], "by that means; because of that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereby",1,1,2 ], "by or near that place; thereabouts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therefor",1,1,1 ], "for this, that, or it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therefore",1,1,1 ], "thus; hence: used to mark an inference on the speaker""s part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therefore",1,1,2 ], "consequently; as a result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therefrom",1,1,1 ], "from that or there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therein",1,1,1 ], "in or into that place, thing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereinafter",1,1,1 ], "from this point on in that document, statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereinto",1,1,1 ], "into that place, circumstance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereof",1,1,1 ], "of or concerning that or it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereof",1,1,2 ], "from or because of that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereon",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for thereupon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereto",1,1,1 ], "to that or it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereto",1,1,2 ], "in addition to that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theretofore",1,1,1 ], "before that time; previous to that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereunder",1,1,1 ], "(in documents, etc|) below that or it; subsequently in that; thereafter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereunder",1,1,2 ], "under the terms or authority of that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereupon",1,1,1 ], "immediately after that; at that point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thereupon",1,1,2 ], "upon that thing, point, subject, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therewith",1,1,1 ], "with or in addition to that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therewith",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for thereupon ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therewith",1,1,3 ], "by means of or on account of that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therianthropic",1,1,1 ], "(of certain mythical creatures or deities) having a partly animal, partly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therianthropic",1,1,1 ], "human form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "therianthropic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to such creatures or deities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theriomorphic",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a deity) possessing or depicted in the form of a beast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "therm",1,1,1 ], "1|055,056 X 10'8 joules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "therm",1,1,1 ], "a unit of heat equal to 100,000 British thermal units| One therm is equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermae",1,1,1 ], "public baths or hot springs, esp| in ancient Greece or Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermaesthesia",1,1,1 ], "sensitivity to various degrees of heat and cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal barrier",1,1,1 ], "air friction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermal barrier",1,1,1 ], "an obstacle to flight at very high speeds as a result of the heating effect of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal conductivity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a substance to conduct heat, determined by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal conductivity",1,1,1 ], "metre per kelvin| Symbol: v or k| Sometimes shortened to conductivity" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thermal conductivity",1,1,1 ], "rate of heat flow between two opposite faces of a unit cube of the substance when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermal conductivity",1,1,1 ], "there is unit temperature difference between them: measured in joules per second per" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermal efficiency",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the work done by a heat engine to the energy supplied to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal equator",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary line round the earth running through the point on each meridian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal equator",1,1,1 ], "larger landmasses and therefore greater summer heating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermal equator",1,1,1 ], "with the highest average temperature| It lies mainly to the north because of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermal neutron",1,1,1 ], "a slow neutron that has a mean velocity of about 2200 metres per second, being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal neutron",1,1,1 ], "approximately in thermal equilibrium with its moderator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermal reactor",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear reactor in which most of the fission is caused by thermal neutrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal shock",1,1,1 ], "a fluctuation in temperature causing stress in a material| It often results in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal shock",1,1,1 ], "fracture, esp| in brittle materials such as ceramics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, caused by, or generating heat or increased temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal",1,1,2 ], "hot or warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal",1,2,1 ], "a column of rising air caused by local unequal heating of the land surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermal",1,2,1 ], "and used by gliders to gain height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermalize",1,1,1 ], "moderator and become thermal neutrons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermalize",1,1,1 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which neutrons lose energy in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermion",1,1,1 ], "an electron or ion emitted by a body at high temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic current",1,1,1 ], "an electric current produced between two electrodes as a result of electrons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic current",1,1,1 ], "emitted by thermionic emission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic emission",1,1,1 ], "electrons in valves, electron microscopes, x-ray tubes, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic emission",1,1,1 ], "the emission of electrons from very hot solids or liquids: used for producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic valve",1,1,1 ], "an electronic valve in which electrons are emitted from a heated rather than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic valve",1,1,1 ], "cold cathode" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or operated by electrons emitted from materials at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermionic",1,1,1 ], "temperatures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermionics",1,1,1 ], "bodies and with devices based on this effect, esp| the study and design of thermionic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermionics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of electronics concerned with the emission of electrons by hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermionics",1,1,1 ], "valves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermistor",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor device having a resistance that decreases rapidly with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermistor",1,1,1 ], "increase in temperature| It is used for temperature measurement, to compensate for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermistor",1,1,1 ], "temperature variations in a circuit, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermite process",1,1,1 ], "another name for aluminothermy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermo-",1,1,1 ], "related to, caused by, or measuring heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermobarograph",1,1,1 ], "a device that simultaneously records the temperature and pressure of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermobarograph",1,1,1 ], "atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermobarometer",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus that provides an accurate measurement of pressure by observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermobarometer",1,1,1 ], "of the change in the boiling point of a fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermochemistry",1,1,1 ], "evolved or absorbed during chemical reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with the study and measurement of the heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermocline",1,1,1 ], "a temperature gradient in a thermally stratified body of water, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermocline",1,1,1 ], "lake" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermocouple",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring temperature consisting of a pair of wires of different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermocouple",1,1,1 ], "metals joined at both ends| One junction is at the temperature to be measured, the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermocouple",1,1,1 ], "proportional to the temperature difference" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thermocouple",1,1,1 ], "second at a lower fixed temperature| The current generated in the circuit is" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermocouple",1,1,2 ], "a similar device with only one junction between two dissimilar metals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic equilibrium",1,1,1 ], "equilibrium" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic equilibrium",1,1,1 ], "such as pressure, temperature, etc|, all remain unchanged| Sometimes shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic equilibrium",1,1,1 ], "the condition of a system in which the quantities that specify its properties," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic temperature",1,1,1 ], "degrees Celsius and defined so that the triple point of water is 273|16 kelvins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic temperature",1,1,1 ], "random motion of particles in thermal equilibrium| It is measured in kelvins or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic temperature",1,1,1 ], "the basic physical quantity used as a measure of the average thermal energy of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with thermodynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamic",1,1,2 ], "determined by or obeying the laws of thermodynamics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "basic quantities, such as pressure, temperature, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "interconversion of different forms of energy and the behaviour of systems in terms of certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermodynamics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physical science concerned with the interrelationship and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectric effect",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Seebeck effect or Peltier effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectric",1,1,1 ], "electrical energy by the Seebeck effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, used in, or operated by the conversion of heat energy to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectric",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, used in, or operated by the conversion of electrical energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectric",1,1,2 ], "to heat energy by the Peltier effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectricity",1,1,1 ], "electricity generated by a thermocouple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectricity",1,1,2 ], "the study of the relationship between heat and electrical energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectron",1,1,1 ], "an electron emitted at high temperature, such as one produced in a thermionic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoelectron",1,1,1 ], "valve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the production of heat by metabolic processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermograph",1,1,1 ], "a type of thermometer that produces a continuous record of a fluctuating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermograph",1,1,1 ], "temperature| The record so produced is called a thermogram " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermography",1,1,1 ], "any writing, printing, or recording process involving the use of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermojunction",1,1,1 ], "a point of electrical contact between two dissimilar metals across which a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermojunction",1,1,1 ], "the nature of the metals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermojunction",1,1,1 ], "voltage appears, the magnitude of which depends on the temperature of the contact and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermolabile",1,1,1 ], "(of certain biochemical and chemical compounds) easily decomposed or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermolabile",1,1,1 ], "to a loss of characteristic properties by the action of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermoluminescence",1,1,1 ], "caused by pre-irradiation of the material inducing defects which are removed by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermoluminescence",1,1,1 ], "heat, the energy released appearing as light: used in archaeological dating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermoluminescence",1,1,1 ], "phosphorescence of certain materials or objects as a result of heating| It is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermolysis",1,1,1 ], "loss of heat from the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermolysis",1,1,2 ], "the dissociation of a substance as a result of heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermomagnetic",1,1,1 ], "change in temperature of a body when it is magnetized or demagnetized| Former term:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermomagnetic",1,1,1 ], "of or concerned with the relationship between heat and magnetism, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermomagnetic",1,1,1 ], "pyromagnetic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used to measure temperature, esp| one in which a thin column of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermometer",1,1,1 ], "liquid, such as mercury, expands and contracts within a graduated sealed tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermometry",1,1,1 ], "design and use of thermometers and pyrometers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with the measurement of temperature and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermomotor",1,1,1 ], "an engine that produces force from the expansion of a heated fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermonuclear bomb",1,1,1 ], "another name for fusion bomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermonuclear reaction",1,1,1 ], "a nuclear fusion reaction occurring at a very high temperature: responsible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermonuclear reaction",1,1,1 ], "for the energy produced in the sun, nuclear weapons, and fusion reactors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermonuclear",1,1,1 ], "involving nuclear fusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermonuclear",1,1,2 ], "involving thermonuclear weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermophile",1,1,1 ], "ther_mo_phil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermophile",1,2,1 ], "an organism, esp| a bacterium or plant, that thrives under warm conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermophile",1,3,1 ], "thriving under warm conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermopile",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for detecting and measuring heat radiation or for generating a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermopile",1,1,1 ], "thermoelectric current| It consists of a number of thermocouple junctions, usually joined" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermopile",1,1,1 ], "together in series" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermoplastic",1,1,1 ], "(of a material, esp| a synthetic plastic or resin) becoming soft when heated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoplastic",1,1,1 ], "and rehardening on cooling without appreciable change of properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermoplastic",1,2,1 ], "a synthetic plastic or resin, such as polystyrene, with these properties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoscope",1,1,1 ], "a device that indicates a change in temperature, esp| one that does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermoscope",1,1,1 ], "measure the actual temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermosetting",1,1,1 ], "(of a material, esp| a synthetic plastic or resin) hardening permanently after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermosetting",1,1,1 ], "one application of heat and pressure|Thermosetting plastics, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermosetting",1,1,1 ], "phenol-formaldehyde, cannot be remoulded" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermosiphon",1,1,1 ], "a system in which a coolant is circulated by convection caused by a difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermosiphon",1,1,1 ], "in density between the hot and cold portions of the liquid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermosphere",1,1,1 ], "an altitude of about 400 kilometres where the temperature is over 1000 degrees C" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermosphere",1,1,1 ], "an atmospheric layer lying between the mesophere and the exosphere, reaching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermostable",1,1,1 ], "(of certain chemical and biochemical compounds) capable of withstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermostable",1,1,1 ], "moderate heat without loss of characteristic properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermostable",1,1,2 ], "not affected by high temperatures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermostat",1,1,1 ], "a device that maintains a system at a constant temperature| It often consists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermostat",1,1,1 ], "of a bimetallic strip that bends as it expands and contracts with temperature," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermostat",1,1,1 ], "thus breaking and making contact with an electrical power supply" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thermostatics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with thermal equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermotaxis",1,1,1 ], "source of heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thermotaxis",1,1,1 ], "the directional movement of an organism in response to the stimulus of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermotensile",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to tensile strength in so far as it is affected by temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermotherapy",1,1,1 ], "treatment of a bodily structure or part by the application of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thermotropism",1,1,1 ], "the directional growth of a plant in response to the stimulus of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theroid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a beast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theropod",1,1,1 ], "any bipedal carnivorous saurischian dinosaur of the suborder Theropoda, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theropod",1,1,1 ], "included tyrannosaurs and megalosaurs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "theropod",1,1,1 ], "strong hind legs and grasping hands| They lived in Triassic to Cretaceous times and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thersitical",1,1,1 ], "abusive and loud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesaurus",1,1,1 ], "a book containing systematized lists of synonyms and related words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesaurus",1,1,2 ], "a dictionary of selected words or topics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesaurus",1,1,3 ], "a treasury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "these",1,1,1,1 ], "the form of this used before a plural noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "these",1,1,1,2 ], "I don""t much care for these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,1 ], "a dissertation resulting from original research, esp| when submitted by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,1 ], "candidate for a degree or diploma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,2 ], "a theory maintained in argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,3 ], "a subject for a discussion or essay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,4 ], "an unproved statement, esp| one put forward as a premiss in an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,5 ], "the downbeat of a bar, as indicated in conducting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,6 ], "(in classical prosody) the syllable or part of a metrical foot not receiving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,6 ], "the ictus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thesis",1,1,7 ], "the first stage in the Hegelian dialectic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theta",1,1,1 ], "the eighth letter of the Greek alphabet (#GG, #Gg), a consonant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theta",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thetic",1,1,1 ], "(in classical prosody) of, bearing, or relating to a metrical stress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thetic",1,1,2 ], "positive and arbitrary; prescriptive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theurgy",1,1,1,1 ], "the intervention of a divine or supernatural agency in the affairs of man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theurgy",1,1,1,2 ], "the working of miracles by such intervention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "theurgy",1,1,2 ], "beneficent magic as taught and performed by Egyptian Neoplatonists and others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thew",1,1,1 ], "muscle, esp| if strong or well-developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thew",1,1,2 ], "muscular strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they""re",1,1,1 ], "contraction of they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they""ve",1,1,1 ], "contraction of they have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they",1,1,1 ], "refers to people or things other than the speaker or people addressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they",1,1,2 ], "people addressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "they",1,1,2 ], "refers to unspecified people or people in general not including the speaker or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they",1,1,3 ], "objects, they can go" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "they",1,1,3 ], "refers to an indefinite antecedent such as one, whoever, or anybody: if anyone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they",1,1,4 ], "an archaic word for those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they",1,1,4,4 ], "l" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "they'd" ,1, 1, 1],"contraction of they would or",1). c_DEF([ "they'd" ,1, 1, 2],"hey ha",1). c_DEF([ "the| anouilh" ,1, 1, 1],"born 1910, French dramatist, noted for his reinterpretations of Greek myths:",1). c_DEF([ "the| anouilh" ,1, 1, 1],"his works include",2). c_DEF([ "thi-",1,1,1 ], "variant of thio-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiamine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C12H17ON4SCl|H2O" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thiamine",1,1,1 ], "a soluble white crystalline vitamin that occurs in the outer coat of rice and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiamine",1,1,1 ], "carbohydrate metabolism: deficiency leads to nervous disorders and to the disease beriberi|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thiamine",1,1,1 ], "other grains| It forms part of the vitamin B complex and is essential for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiazine",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of organic compounds containing a ring system composed of four" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiazine",1,1,1 ], "carbon atoms, a sulphur atom, and a nitrogen atom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiazole",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid with a pungent smell that contains a ring system composed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiazole",1,1,1 ], "fungicides| Formula: C3H3NS" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thiazole",1,1,1 ], "of three carbon atoms, a sulphur atom, and a nitrogen atom| It is used in dyes and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiazole",1,1,2 ], "any of a group of compounds derived from this substance that are used in dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,1 ], "of relatively great extent from one surface to the other; fat, broad, or deep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,1,1 ], "of specific fatness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,1,2 ], "a six-inch-thick wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,10 ], "a thick ear| Informal| a blow on the ear delivered as punishment, in anger," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,10 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,2 ], "having a relatively dense consistency; not transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,3 ], "abundantly covered or filled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,4 ], "impenetrable; dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,5 ], "stupid, slow, or insensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,6 ], "throaty or badly articulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,7 ], "(of accents, etc|) pronounced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,8 ], "very friendly (esp| in the phrase thick as thieves)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,1,9 ], "a bit thick| Brit| unfair or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,2,1 ], "in order to produce something thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,2,2 ], "profusely; in quick succession (esp| in the phrase thick and fast)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,2,3 ], "lay it on thick| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,2,3,1 ], "to exaggerate a story, statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,2,3,2 ], "to flatter excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,3,1 ], "a thick piece or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,3,2 ], "the thick| the most intense or active part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick",1,3,3 ], "through thick and thin| in good times and bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick-knee",1,1,1 ], "another name for stone curlew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick-skinned",1,1,1 ], "insensitive to criticism or hints; not easily upset or affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thick-witted",1,1,1 ], "stupid, dull, or slow to learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thicken",1,1,1 ], "to make or become thick or thicker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thicken",1,2,1 ], "to become more involved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickening",1,1,1 ], "something added to a liquid to thicken it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickening",1,1,2 ], "a thickened part or piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thicket",1,1,1 ], "a dense growth of small trees, shrubs, and similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickhead",1,1,1 ], "a stupid or ignorant person; fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickhead",1,1,2 ], "(flycatchers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thickhead",1,1,2 ], "any of various Australian and SE Asian songbirds of the family Muscicapidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickleaf",1,1,1 ], "any of various succulent plants of the crassulaceous genus Crassula, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickleaf",1,1,1 ], "sessile or short-stalked fleshy leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thickness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickness",1,1,2 ], "the dimension through an object, as opposed to length or width" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickness",1,1,3 ], "a layer of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickness",1,1,4 ], "a thick part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickset",1,1,1 ], "stocky in build; sturdy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickset",1,1,2 ], "densely planted or placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thickset",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for thicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thief",1,1,1 ], "a person who steals something from another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thief",1,1,2 ], "a person who commits theft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thieve",1,1,1 ], "to steal (someone""s possessions)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thigh",1,1,1 ], "the part of the leg between the hip and the knee in man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thigh",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in other vertebrates and insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thighbone",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for the femur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thigmotaxis",1,1,1 ], "another name for stereotaxis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thigmotropism",1,1,1 ], "contact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thigmotropism",1,1,1 ], "the directional growth of a plant, in response to the stimulus of direct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thill",1,1,1 ], "another word for shaft (part of a horse""s harness)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimble",1,1,1 ], "a cap of metal, plastic, etc|, used to protect the end of the finger when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimble",1,1,1 ], "sewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thimble",1,1,2 ], "any small metal cap resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimble",1,1,3 ], "a loop of metal having a groove at its outer edge for a rope or cable, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimble",1,1,3 ], "lining the inside of an eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thimble",1,1,4 ], "short for thimbleful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimbleful",1,1,1 ], "a very small amount, esp| of a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimblerig",1,1,1 ], "a game in which the operator rapidly moves about three inverted thimbles, one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimblerig",1,1,1 ], "of which conceals a token, the other player betting on which thimble the token is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thimblerig",1,1,1 ], "under" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thimbleweed",1,1,1 ], "Anemone virginiana and a rudbeckia, Rudbeckia laciniata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thimbleweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants having a thimble-shaped fruit, esp| an American anemone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimblewit",1,1,1 ], "a silly or dimwitted person; dunce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimerosal",1,1,1 ], "a creamy white crystalline compound of mercury, used in solution as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thimerosal",1,1,1 ], "antiseptic| Formula: C9H9HgNaO2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 1],"narrow",2). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 1],"of relatively small extent from one side or surface to the other; fine or",1). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 2],"slim or lean",1). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 3],"sparsely placed; meagre",1). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 4],"of relatively low density or viscosity",1). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 5],"weak; poor; insufficient",1). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 6],"(of a photographic negative) having low density, usually insufficient to",1). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 6],"produce a satisfactory positive",2). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 1, 7],"thin on the ground| few in number; scarce",1). c_DEF([ "thin" ,1, 2, 1],"in order to produc",1). c_DEF([ "thin-film",1,1,1 ], "(of an electronic component, device, or circuit) composed of one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thin-film",1,1,1 ], "extremely thin layers of metal, semiconductor, etc|, deposited on a ceramic or glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thin-film",1,1,1 ], "substrate" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thin-skinned",1,1,1 ], "sensitive to criticism or hints; easily upset or affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thine",1,1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated in some way with you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thine",1,1,2 ], "(thou)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thine",1,1,2,2 ], "thine is the greatest burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,1 ], "an object, fact, affair, circumstance, or concept considered as being a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,1 ], "separate entity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,10 ], "a mental attitude, preoccupation or obsession (esp| in the phrase have a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,10 ], "about)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,11 ], "an activity or mode of behaviour satisfying to one""s personality (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,11 ], "phrase do one""s thing)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,12 ], "the thing| the latest fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,13 ], "be on to a good thing| to be in a profitable situation or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,14 ], "make a thing of| to make a fuss about; exaggerate the importance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,2 ], "any inanimate object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,3 ], "an object or entity that cannot or need not be precisely named" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,4 ], "a person or animal regarded as the object of pity, contempt, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,5 ], "an event or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,6 ], "a thought or statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,7 ], "a person)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,7 ], "any object or right that may be the subject of property (as distinguished from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,8 ], "a device, means, or instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",1,1,9 ], "a possession, article of clothing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing",2,1,1 ], "a law court or public assembly in the Scandinavian countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing-in-itself",1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Kant) reality regarded apart from human knowledge and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thing-in-itself",1,1,1 ], "perception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thingumabob",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing the name of which is unknown, temporarily forgotten, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thingumabob",1,1,1 ], "deliberately overlooked| Also: thingumajig, thingamajig, or thingummy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "think out",1,1,1 ], "to consider carefully and rationally in order to reach a conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think over",1,1,1 ], "to ponder or consider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think up",1,1,1 ], "to invent or devise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,1,1 ], "to consider, judge, or believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,2,1 ], "to exercise the mind as in order to make a decision; ponder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,3,1 ], "to be capable of conscious thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,3,2 ], "to remember; recollect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,4,1 ], "to make the mental choice (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,4,1,1 ], "to expect; suppose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,4,1,2 ], "to be considerate or aware enough (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,5,1 ], "to focus the attention on being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,1 ], "to bring into or out of a specified condition by thinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,2 ], "I don""t think| Slang| a phrase added to an ironical statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,3 ], "think again| to reconsider one""s decision, opinion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,4 ], "a| think better of| to change one""s mind about (a course of action, decision," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,4 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,4,2 ], "to have a more favourable opinion of (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,5 ], "think much of| to have a high opinion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,6 ], "think nothing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,6,1 ], "to regard as routine or natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,6,2 ], "to have no compunction or hesitation about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,6,7 ], "think twice| to consider carefully before deciding (about something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,7,1 ], "a careful, open-minded assessment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think",1,7,2 ], "characterized by or involving thinkers, thinking, or thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think-tank",1,1,1 ], "a group of specialists organized by a business enterprise, governmental body," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "think-tank",1,1,1 ], "etc|, and commissioned to undertake intensive study and research into specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "think-tank",1,1,1 ], "problems" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thinkable",1,1,1 ], "able to be conceived or considered; possible; feasible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thinking",1,1,1 ], "opinion or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thinking",1,1,2 ], "the process of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thinking",1,2,1 ], "using or capable of using intelligent thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thinking",1,2,2 ], "put on one""s thinking cap| to ponder a matter or problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thinner",1,1,1 ], "a solvent, such as turpentine, added to paint or varnish to dilute it, reduce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thinner",1,1,1 ], "its opacity or viscosity, or increase its penetration into the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thio-",1,1,1 ], "a sulphur atom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thio-",1,1,1 ], "compound is derived from a specified compound by the replacement of an oxygen atom with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thio-",1,1,1 ], "indicating that a chemical compound contains sulphur, esp| denoting that a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thio-ether",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds in which a sulphur atom is bound to two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thio-ether",1,1,1 ], "hydrocarbon groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thioalcohol",1,1,1 ], "another name for a thiol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiocarbamide",1,1,1 ], "another name for thiourea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiocyanate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of thiocyanic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiocyanic acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable acid known in the form of thiocyanate salts| Formula: HSCN" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiofuran",1,1,1 ], "another name for thiophene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiol",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of sulphur-containing organic compounds with the formula RSH," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiol",1,1,1 ], "where R is an organic group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thionate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of thionic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thionic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing sulphur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thionine",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline derivative of thiazine used as a violet dye to stain microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thionine",1,1,1 ], "specimens" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thionine",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of related dyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thionyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the divalent group SO" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiopentone sodium",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C11H17NaN2O2S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiopentone sodium",1,1,1 ], "a barbiturate drug used in medicine as an intravenous general anaesthetic|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiophen",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid heterocyclic compound found in the benzene fraction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiophen",1,1,1 ], "coal tar and manufactured from butane and sulphur| It has an odour resembling that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiophen",1,1,1 ], "of benzene and is used as a solvent and in the manufacture of dyes," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thiophen",1,1,1 ], "pharmaceuticals, and resins| Formula: C4H4S" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thiosinamine",1,1,1 ], "CH2CHCH2NHCSNH2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thiosinamine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline bitter-tasting compound with a slight garlic-like odour," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiosinamine",1,1,1 ], "occurring in mustard oil and used in organic synthesis; 1-allyl-2-thiourea| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiosulphate",1,1,1 ], "any salt of thiosulphuric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiosulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "Formula: H2S2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiosulphuric acid",1,1,1 ], "an unstable acid known only in solutions and in the form of its salts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiouracil",1,1,1 ], "C4H4N2OS" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thiouracil",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline water-insoluble substance with an intensely bitter taste," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiouracil",1,1,1 ], "used in medicine to treat hyperthyroidism; 2-thio-4-oxypyrimidine| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiourea",1,1,1 ], "a white water-soluble crystalline substance with a bitter taste that forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thiourea",1,1,1 ], "addition compounds with metal ions and is used in photographic fixing, rubber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thiourea",1,1,1 ], "vulcanization, and the manufacture of synthetic resins| Formula: H2NCSNH2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "third class",1,1,1 ], "the class or grade next in value, quality, etc|, to the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third class",1,2,1 ], "of the class or grade next in value, quality, etc|, to the second" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third class",1,2,2 ], "of or denoting the class of accommodation in a hotel, on a ship, etc|, next in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third class",1,2,2 ], "quality and price to the second: usually the cheapest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third class",1,2,3 ], "(in the U|S| and Canada) of or relating to a class of mail consisting largely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third class",1,2,3 ], "of unsealed printed matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third class",1,3,1 ], "by third-class mail, transport, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third degree",1,1,1 ], "torture or bullying, esp| used to extort confessions or information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third dimension",1,1,1 ], "the additional dimension by which a solid object may be distinguished from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third dimension",1,1,1 ], "two-dimensional drawing or picture of it or from any planar object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third estate",1,1,1 ], "for representation in a parliament; the commons, townsmen, or middle class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third estate",1,1,1 ], "the third order or class in a country or society divided into estates, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third eyelid",1,1,1 ], "another name for nictitating membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third house",1,1,1 ], "a political lobby for a special interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third man",1,1,1 ], "a fielding position on the off side near the boundary behind the batsman""s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third man",1,1,1 ], "wicket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third party",1,1,1 ], "a person who is involved by chance or only incidentally in a legal proceeding," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third party",1,1,1 ], "agreement, or other transaction, esp| one against whom a defendant claims indemnity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third party",1,2,1 ], "other persons or damage to their property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third party",1,2,1 ], "providing protection against liability caused by accidental injury or death of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third person",1,1,1 ], "a grammatical category of pronouns and verbs used when referring to objects or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third person",1,1,1 ], "individuals other than the speaker or his addressee or addressees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third rail",1,1,1 ], "an extra rail from which an electric train picks up current by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third rail",1,1,1 ], "sliding collector to feed power to its motors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third reading",1,1,1 ], "(in a legislative assembly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third reading",1,1,2 ], "the process of discussing the committee""s report on a bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third reading",1,1,3 ], "the final consideration of a bill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the second and preceding the fourth in numbering or counting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,1,1,1 ], "order, position, time, etc|; being the ordinal number of three: often written 3rd" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,1,1,2 ], "he arrives on the third; the third got a prize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,1,2 ], "rated, graded, or ranked below the second level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,1,3 ], "denoting the third from lowest forward ratio of a gearbox in a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,1,1 ], "one of three equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by three (1/3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,3 ], "the forward ratio above second of a gearbox in a motor vehicle| In some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,3 ], "vehicles it is the top gear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,3,1 ], "inclusively along the diatonic scale" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,3,1 ], "the interval between one note and another three notes away from it counting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,3,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,4 ], "an honours degree of the third and usually the lowest class| Full term: third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,4 ], "class honours degree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,2,5 ], "goods of a standard lower than that of seconds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,3,1 ], "in the third place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,4,1 ], "as the third point: linking what follows with the previous statements as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "third",1,4,1 ], "speech or argument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "third-rate",1,1,1 ], "not of high quality; mediocre or inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirdstream",1,1,1 ], "(of music) combining jazz and classical elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirdstream",1,2,1 ], "such music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirl",1,1,1,1 ], "to bore or drill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirl",1,1,1,2 ], "to thrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirlage",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an obligation imposed upon tenants of certain lands requiring them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirlage",1,1,1 ], "to have their grain ground at a specified mill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thirlage",1,1,2 ], "the fee paid for grinding the grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirst",1,1,1 ], "a craving to drink, accompanied by a feeling of dryness in the mouth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirst",1,1,1 ], "throat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thirst",1,1,2 ], "an eager longing, craving, or yearning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirst",1,2,1 ], "to feel a thirst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirsty",1,1,1 ], "thirstier, thirstiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirsty",1,1,2 ], "feeling a desire to drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirsty",1,1,3 ], "dry; arid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirsty",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by for) feeling an eager desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirsty",1,1,5 ], "causing thirst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteen",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and three and is a prime number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteen",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 13, XIII, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteen",1,1,3 ], "the amount or quantity that is three more than ten; baker""s dozen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteen",1,1,4 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 13 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteen",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to thirteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteen",1,2,1,2 ], "thirteen of them fell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth chord",1,1,1 ], "Often shortened to thirteenth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth chord",1,1,1 ], "a chord much used in jazz and pop, consisting of a major or minor triad upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth chord",1,1,1 ], "which are superimposed the seventh, ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth above the root|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of thirteen: often written 13th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the twelfth in numbering or counting order, position, time, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,1,1,2 ], "Friday the thirteenth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 13 equal or nearly equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 13 (1/13)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,2,2,1 ], "an interval of one octave plus a sixth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirteenth",1,2,2,2 ], "short for thirteenth chord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirtieth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of thirty in counting order, position, time, etc|:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirtieth",1,1,1,1 ], "often written 30th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thirtieth",1,1,1,2 ], "the thirtieth of the month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirtieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 30 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirtieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirtieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 30 (1/30)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 30, XXX, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,1,3 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,1,3 ], "the numbers 30-39, esp| the 30th to the 39th year of a person""s life or of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,1,4 ], "the amount or quantity that is three times as big as ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,1,5 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of 30 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to thirty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty",1,2,1,2 ], "thirty are broken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty-second note",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for demisemiquaver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty-three",1,1,1 ], "a former name for LP" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty-twomo",1,1,1 ], "a book size resulting from folding a sheet of paper into 32 leaves or 64" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thirty-twomo",1,1,1 ], "pages| Often written: 32mo, 32 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,1 ], "distinct from that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,1 ], "the present or immediate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,1 ], "used preceding a noun referring to something or someone that is closer:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,1 ], "used preceding a noun that has just been mentioned or is understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,1 ], "used to refer to something about to be said, read, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,2 ], "before this, I was mistaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,2 ], "listen to this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,1,2 ], "this is Mary and that is her boy friend; take this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,2 ], "an emphatic form of a'1 or the'1: used esp| on relating a story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,3 ], "this and that| various unspecified and trivial actions, matters, objects, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,4 ], "this here| U|S|, not standard| an emphatic form of this 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,1,5 ], "with this| after this; thereupon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,2,1 ], "be mentioned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "this",1,2,1 ], "used with adjectives and adverbs to specify a precise degree that is about to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thistle",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous plants of the genus Cirsium, having prickly-edged leaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thistle",1,1,1 ], "family Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thistle",1,1,1 ], "pink, purple, yellow, or white dense flower heads, and feathery hairs on the seeds:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thistle",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants, such as the star thistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thistledown",1,1,1 ], "the mass of feathery plumed seeds produced by a thistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thistledown",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thither",1,1,1 ], "to or towards that place; in that direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thitherto",1,1,1 ], "until that time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thixotropic",1,1,1 ], "(of fluids and gels) having a reduced viscosity when stress is applied, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thixotropic",1,1,1 ], "when stirred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thole",1,1,1 ], "a wooden pin or one of a pair, set upright in the gunwales of a rowing boat to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thole",1,1,1 ], "serve as a fulcrum in rowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thole",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thole",2,1,2 ], "to put up with; bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thole",2,1,3 ], "an archaic word for suffer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tholos",1,1,1 ], "Greece in the 16th to the 12th century b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tholos",1,1,1 ], "a dry-stone beehive-shaped tomb associated with the Mycenaean culture of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thong",1,1,1 ], "a thin strip of leather or other material, such as one used for lashing things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thong",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thong",1,1,2 ], "a whip or whiplash, esp| one made of leather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thong",1,1,3 ], "and Austral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thong",1,1,4 ], "the usual name for flip-flop ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoracic duct",1,1,1 ], "ascending in front of the spinal column to the base of the neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thoracic duct",1,1,1 ], "the major duct of the lymphatic system, beginning below the diaphragm and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoracic",1,1,1 ], "of, near, or relating to the thorax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoraco-",1,1,1 ], "thorax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoracoplasty",1,1,1 ], "plastic surgery of the thorax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoracoplasty",1,1,2 ], "diseased lung, used in cases of pulmonary tuberculosis and bronchiectasis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thoracoplasty",1,1,2 ], "surgical removal of several ribs or a part of them to permit the collapse of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoracotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the chest wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorax",1,1,1 ], "the part of the human body enclosed by the ribs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorax",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorax",1,1,3 ], "the part of an insect""s body between the head and abdomen, which bears the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorax",1,1,3 ], "wings and legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thoria",1,1,1 ], "another name for thorium dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorianite",1,1,1 ], "ThO2|U3O8" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorianite",1,1,1 ], "a rare black mineral consisting of thorium and uranium oxides| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorite",1,1,1 ], "an orange-yellow, brownish, or black radioactive mineral consisting of thorium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorite",1,1,1 ], "silicate in tetragonal crystalline form| It occurs in coarse granite and is a source of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorite",1,1,1 ], "thorium| Formula: ThSiO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thorium dioxide",1,1,1 ], "a heavy insoluble white powder used in incandescent mantles| Formula: ThO2|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorium series",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive series that starts with thorium-232 and ends with lead-208" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorium",1,1,1 ], "a soft ductile silvery-white metallic element| It is radioactive and occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorium",1,1,1 ], "as a nuclear power source| Symbol: Th; atomic no|: 90; atomic wt|: 232|04;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thorium",1,1,1 ], "density: 11|72; melting pt|: 1750 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3800 degrees C (approx|)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "thorium",1,1,1 ], "half-life of most stable isotope, '2'3'2Th: 1|41 X 10'1'0 years; valency: 4; relative" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thorium",1,1,1 ], "thorite and monazite: used in gas mantles, magnesium alloys, electronic equipment, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorn apple",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous solanaceous plant, Datura stramonium, of the N hemisphere, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn apple",1,1,1 ], "white funnel-shaped flowers and spiny capsule fruits| U|S| name: jimson weed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorn apple",1,1,2 ], "any other plant of the genus Datura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn apple",1,1,3 ], "the fruit of certain types of hawthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,1 ], "a sharp pointed woody extension of a stem or leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various trees or shrubs having thorns, esp| the hawthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,2 ], "a Germanic character of runic origin () used in Old and Modern Icelandic to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,2 ], "phonetics for the same purpose is now obsolete" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,2 ], "represent the voiceless dental fricative sound of th, as in thin, bath|Its use in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,3 ], "edh, but indistinguishable from it in function or sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,3 ], "this same character as used in Old and Middle English as an alternative to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,4 ], "any of various sharp spiny parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorn",1,1,5 ], "a source of irritation (esp| in the phrases a thorn in one""s side or flesh)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thornback",1,1,1 ], "a European ray, Raja clavata, having a row of spines along the back and tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thornback",1,1,2 ], "a similar fish, Platyrhinoidis triseriata, of the Pacific Ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thornbill",1,1,1 ], "Ramphomicron, etc|, having a thornlike bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thornbill",1,1,1 ], "any of various South American hummingbirds of the genera Chalcostigma," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thornbill",1,1,2 ], "any of various Australasian wrens of the genus Acanthiza and related genera:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thornbill",1,1,2 ], "family Muscicapidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thornbill",1,1,3 ], "any of various other birds with thornlike bills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorny",1,1,1 ], "thornier, thorniest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorny",1,1,2 ], "bearing or covered with thorns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorny",1,1,3 ], "difficult or unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorny",1,1,4 ], "sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoron",1,1,1 ], "'2'2'0Rn; atomic no|: 86; half-life: 54|5s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thoron",1,1,1 ], "a radioisotope of radon that is a decay product of thorium| Symbol: Tn or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorough bass",1,1,1,1 ], "basso continuo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorough bass",1,1,2 ], "a bass part underlying a piece of concerted music|It is played on a keyboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorough bass",1,1,2 ], "instrument, usually supported by a cello, viola da gamba, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorough bass",1,1,2,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorough brace",1,1,1 ], "carriage is supported" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thorough brace",1,1,1 ], "either of two strong leather straps upon which the body of certain types of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorough",1,1,1 ], "carried out completely and carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorough",1,1,2 ], "utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorough",1,1,3 ], "painstakingly careful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughbred",1,1,1 ], "purebred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughbred",1,2,1 ], "a pedigree animal; purebred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughbred",1,2,2 ], "a person regarded as being of good breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughfare",1,1,1 ], "a road from one place to another, esp| a main road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughfare",1,1,2 ], "way through, access, or passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughgoing",1,1,1 ], "extremely thorough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughgoing",1,1,2 ], "absolute; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughpaced",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) showing performing ability in all paces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughpaced",1,1,2 ], "thoroughgoing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughpin",1,1,1 ], "affecting the sheath of the deep flexor tendon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughpin",1,1,1 ], "an inflammation and swelling on both sides of the hock joint of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoroughwort",1,1,1 ], "another name for feverwort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorp",1,1,1 ], "Obsolete except in place names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thorp",1,1,2 ], "a small village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "those",1,1,1 ], "the form of that used before a plural noun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thou",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thou",1,1,2 ], "refers to the person addressed: used mainly in familiar address or to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thou",1,1,2 ], "younger person or inferior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thou",1,1,3 ], "refers to God when addressed in prayer, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thou",2,1,1 ], "one thousandth of an inch| 1 thou is equal to 0|0254 millimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thou",2,1,2 ], "short for thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "though",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes preceded by even) despite the fact that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "though",1,1,2 ], "as though| as if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "though",1,2,1 ], "nevertheless; however" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought disorder",1,1,1 ], "a cognitive disorder in which the patient""s thoughts or conversations are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought disorder",1,1,1 ], "characterized by irrationality or sudden changes of subject" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thought transference",1,1,1 ], "another name for telepathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of think" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,1 ], "the act or process of thinking; deliberation, meditation, or reflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,2 ], "a concept, opinion, or idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,3 ], "philosophical or intellectual ideas typical of a particular time or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,4 ], "application of mental attention; consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,5 ], "purpose or intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,6 ], "expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,7 ], "a small amount; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought",1,2,8 ], "kindness or regard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thought-out",1,1,1 ], "conceived and developed by careful thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoughtful",1,1,1 ], "considerate in the treatment of other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoughtful",1,1,2 ], "showing careful thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoughtful",1,1,3 ], "pensive; reflective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoughtless",1,1,1 ], "inconsiderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoughtless",1,1,2 ], "having or showing lack of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thoughtless",1,1,3 ], "unable to think; not having the power of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 1000, 10'3, M, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,3 ], "a very large but unspecified number, amount, or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,4 ], "the numbers 2000-9999" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,5 ], "the amount or quantity that is one hundred times greater than ten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,6 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 1000 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,7 ], "the position containing a digit representing that number followed by three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,1,7 ], "zeros" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to a thousand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,2,1,2 ], "a thousand is hardly enough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousand",1,2,2 ], "amounting to 1000 times a particular scientific unit| Related prefix: kilo-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of 1000 in numbering or counting order, position," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,1,1,1 ], "time, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,1,1,2 ], "the thousandth in succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 1000 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,2,2 ], "one of 1000 equal divisions of a particular scientific quantity| Related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,2,2 ], "prefix: milli-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thousandth",1,2,3 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 1000 (1/1000)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrall",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being in the power of another person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrall",1,1,2 ], "a person who is in such a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrall",1,1,3 ], "a person totally subject to some need, desire, appetite, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrall",1,2,1 ], "to enslave or dominate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash out",1,1,1 ], "agreement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrash out",1,1,1 ], "to discuss fully or vehemently, esp| in order to come to a solution or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash",1,1,1 ], "to beat soundly, as with a whip or stick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash",1,2,1 ], "to defeat totally; overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash",1,3,1 ], "to beat or plunge about in a wild manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash",1,4,1 ], "to move the legs up and down in the water, as in certain swimming strokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash",1,4,2 ], "to sail (a boat) against the wind or tide or (of a boat) to sail in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash",1,4,3 ], "another word for thresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrash",1,5,1 ], "the act of thrashing; blow; beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrasher",1,1,1 ], "another name for thresher (the shark)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrasher",2,1,1 ], "(mockingbirds)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thrasher",2,1,1 ], "any of various brown thrushlike American songbirds of the genus Toxostoma and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrasher",2,1,1 ], "related genera, having a long downward-curving bill and long tail: family Mimidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrashing",1,1,1 ], "a physical assault; flogging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrasonical",1,1,1 ], "bragging; boastful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrave",1,1,1 ], "dialect| twenty-four sheaves of corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrawn",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrawn",1,1,2 ], "crooked or twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrawn",1,1,3 ], "stubborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread mark",1,1,1 ], "a mark put into paper money to prevent counterfeiting, consisting of a pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread mark",1,1,1 ], "of silk fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,1 ], "a fine strand, filament or fibre of some material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,2 ], "a fine cord of twisted filaments, esp| of cotton, used in sewing, weaving," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,3 ], "any of the filaments of which a spider""s web is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,4 ], "any fine line, stream, mark, or piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,5 ], "a helical groove in a cylindrical hole (female thread), formed by a tap or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,5 ], "formed by a die or lathe tool" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,5 ], "lathe tool, or a helical ridge on a cylindrical bar, rod, shank, etc| (male thread)," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,6 ], "a very thin seam of coal or vein of ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,7 ], "something acting as the continuous link or theme of a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,8 ], "measured, and cut by the Fates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,1,8 ], "the course of an individual""s life believed in Greek mythology to be spun," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,2,1 ], "to pass (thread, film, magnetic tape, etc|) through (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,3,1 ], "to string on a thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,3,2 ], "to make (one""s way) through or over (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,4,1 ], "to produce a screw thread by cutting, rolling, tapping, or grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,5,1 ], "to pervade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thread",1,5,2 ], "(of boiling syrup) to form a fine thread when poured from a spoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threadbare",1,1,1 ], "(of cloth, clothing, etc|) having the nap worn off so that the threads are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threadbare",1,1,1 ], "exposed; worn out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "threadbare",1,1,2 ], "meagre or poor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threadbare",1,1,3 ], "hackneyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threadbare",1,1,4 ], "wearing threadbare clothes; shabby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threadfin",1,1,1 ], "any spiny-finned tropical marine fish of the family Polynemidae, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threadfin",1,1,1 ], "pectoral fins consisting partly of long threadlike rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "threadworm",1,1,1 ], "any of various nematodes, esp| the pinworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thready",1,1,1 ], "threadier, threadiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thready",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a thread or threads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thready",1,1,3 ], "(of the pulse) barely perceptible weak fine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thready",1,1,4 ], "sounding thin, weak, or reedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threap",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threap",1,1,2 ], "to scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threap",1,1,3 ], "to contradict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threat",1,1,1 ], "a declaration of the intention to inflict harm, pain, or misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threat",1,1,2 ], "an indication of imminent harm, danger, or pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threat",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that is regarded as dangerous or likely to inflict pain or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threat",1,1,3 ], "misery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "threat",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for threaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threaten",1,1,1 ], "to be a threat to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threaten",1,1,2 ], "to be a menacing indication of (something); portend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threaten",1,1,3 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to express a threat to (a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threaten",1,1,3 ], "people)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three Rs",1,1,1 ], "and arithmetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three Rs",1,1,1 ], "the three skills regarded as the fundamentals of education; reading, writing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of two and one and is a prime number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,1,2 ], "a numeral 3, III, (iii), representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,1,3 ], "the amount or quantity that is one greater than two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,1,4 ], "playing card with three symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,1,4 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of three units such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,1,5 ], "three hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,2,1,2 ], "prefixes: tri-, ter-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three",1,2,1,2 ], "three were killed|Related adjs|: ternary, tertiary, treble, triple| Related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-D",1,1,1 ], "a three-dimensional effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-card trick",1,1,1 ], "a game in which players bet on which of three inverted playing cards is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-card trick",1,1,1 ], "queen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-colour",1,1,1 ], "inks corresponding to the three primary colours" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "three-colour",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or comprising a colour print or a photomechanical process in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-colour",1,1,1 ], "which a picture is reproduced by superimposing three prints from half-tone plates in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-day measles",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for rubella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-decker",1,1,1,1 ], "anything having three levels or layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-decker",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-decker",1,1,2 ], "a warship with guns on three decks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-dimensional",1,1,1 ], "of, having, or relating to three dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-dimensional",1,1,2 ], "(of a film, transparency, etc|) simulating the effect of depth by presenting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-dimensional",1,1,2 ], "slightly different views of a scene to each eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-dimensional",1,1,3 ], "having volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-dimensional",1,1,4 ], "lifelike or real" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-four time",1,1,1 ], "a form of simple triple time in which there are three crotchet beats to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-four time",1,1,1 ], "bar, indicated by the time signature '34| Often shortened to three-four" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-gaited",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) having the three usual paces, the walk, trot, and canter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-legged race",1,1,1 ], "a race in which pairs of competitors run with their adjacent legs tied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-legged race",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-mile limit",1,1,1 ], "from shore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-mile limit",1,1,1 ], "the range of a nation""s territorial waters, extending to three nautical miles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-phase",1,1,1 ], "(of an electrical system, circuit, or device) having, generating, or using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-phase",1,1,1 ], "three alternating voltages of the same frequency, displaced in phase by 120 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-piece",1,1,1 ], "having three pieces, esp| (of a suit, suite, etc|) consisting of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-piece",1,1,1 ], "matching parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-piece",1,2,1 ], "a three-piece suite, suit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-ply",1,1,1 ], "having three layers or thicknesses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-ply",1,1,1,1 ], "(of knitting wool, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-ply",1,1,2 ], "three-stranded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-ply",1,1,2,2 ], "the sweater was knitted in three-ply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-point landing",1,1,1 ], "all touch the ground simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-point landing",1,1,1 ], "an aircraft landing in which the two main wheels and the nose or tail wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-point landing",1,1,2 ], "a successful conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-point turn",1,1,1 ], "a turn reversing the direction of motion of a motor vehicle using forward and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-point turn",1,1,1 ], "reverse gears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-quarter binding",1,1,1 ], "a bookbinding style in which the spine and much of the sides are in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-quarter binding",1,1,1 ], "different material from the rest of the covers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-quarter",1,1,1 ], "being three quarters of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-quarter",1,1,2 ], "being of three quarters the normal length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-quarter",1,2,1,1 ], "any of the four players between the full back and the forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-quarter",1,2,1,2 ], "this position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-quarter",1,2,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-ring circus",1,1,1 ], "a circus with three rings in which separate performances are carried on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-ring circus",1,1,1 ], "simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-ring circus",1,1,2 ], "a situation of confusion, characterized by a bewildering variety of events or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-ring circus",1,1,2 ], "activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "three-sixty",1,1,1 ], "a manoeuvre in which the rider spins the board a full turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-square",1,1,1 ], "having a cross section that is an equilateral triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "three-wheeler",1,1,1 ], "a light car that has three wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threefold",1,1,1 ], "equal to or having three times as many or as much; triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threefold",1,1,2 ], "composed of three parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threefold",1,2,1 ], "by or up to three times as many or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threepenny bit",1,1,1 ], "a twelve-sided British coin of nickel-brass, valued at three old pence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threepenny bit",1,1,1 ], "obsolete since 1971" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "threescore",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for sixty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threesome",1,1,1 ], "a group of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threesome",1,1,2 ], "a match in which a single player playing his own ball competes against two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threesome",1,1,2 ], "others playing alternate strokes on the same ball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "threesome",1,1,3 ], "any game, etc|, for three people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threesome",1,1,4 ], "performed by three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thremmatology",1,1,1 ], "the science of breeding domesticated animals and plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threnody",1,1,1 ], "an ode, song, or speech of lamentation, esp| for the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threonine",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid, essential to man, that occurs in the hydrolysates of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threonine",1,1,1 ], "proteins; 2-amino-3-hydroxybutyric acid| Formula: CH3CH(OH)CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thresh out",1,1,1 ], "another term for thrash out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thresh",1,1,1 ], "implement or a machine to separate the grain from the husks and straw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thresh",1,1,1 ], "to beat or rub stalks of ripe corn or a similar crop either with a hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thresh",1,2,1 ], "to beat or strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thresh",1,3,1 ], "to toss and turn; thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thresh",1,4,1 ], "the act of threshing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thresher",1,1,1 ], "short for threshing machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thresher",1,1,2 ], "any of various large sharks of the genus Alopias, esp| A| vulpinus, occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thresher",1,1,2 ], "in tropical and temperate seas: family Alopiidae|They have a very long whiplike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thresher",1,1,2 ], "tail with which they are thought to round up the small fish on which they feed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "threshing machine",1,1,1 ], "a machine for threshing crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,1 ], "a sill, esp| one made of stone or hardwood, placed at a doorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,2 ], "any doorway or entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,3 ], "the starting point of an experience, event, or venture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,4 ], "the strength at which a stimulus is just perceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,4,1 ], "or specified effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,4,1 ], "the minimum intensity or value of a signal, etc|, that will produce a response" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,5 ], "compensate for increases in the cost of living" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "threshold",1,1,5 ], "designating or relating to a pay agreement, clause, etc|, that raises wages to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "threw",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrice",1,1,1 ], "three times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrice",1,1,2 ], "in threefold degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrice",1,1,3 ], "greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrift",1,1,1 ], "wisdom and caution in the management of money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrift",1,1,2 ], "Armeria, esp| A| maritima, of Europe, W Asia, and North America, having narrow leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrift",1,1,2 ], "and round heads of pink or white flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thrift",1,1,2 ], "any of numerous perennial plumbaginaceous low-growing plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrift",1,1,3 ], "vigorous thriving or growth, as of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrift",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for prosperity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrifty",1,1,1 ], "thriftier, thriftiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrifty",1,1,2 ], "showing thrift; economical or frugal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrifty",1,1,3 ], "thriving or prospering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrill",1,1,1 ], "a sudden sensation of excitement and pleasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrill",1,1,2 ], "a situation producing such a sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrill",1,1,3 ], "a trembling sensation caused by fear or emotional shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrill",1,1,4 ], "an abnormal slight tremor associated with a heart or vascular murmur, felt on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrill",1,1,4 ], "palpation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrill",1,2,1 ], "to feel or cause to feel a thrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrill",1,2,2 ], "to tremble or cause to tremble; vibrate or quiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thriller",1,1,1 ], "a book, film, play, etc|, depicting crime, mystery, or espionage in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thriller",1,1,1 ], "atmosphere of excitement and suspense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thriller",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that thrills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrilling",1,1,1 ], "very exciting or stimulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrilling",1,1,2 ], "vibrating or trembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrips",1,1,1 ], "Some species are serious plant pests" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thrips",1,1,1 ], "any of various small slender-bodied insects of the order Thysanoptera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrips",1,1,1 ], "typically having piercing mouthparts and narrow feathery wings and feeding on plant sap|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thro""",1,2,1 ], "Poetic| variant spellings of through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat microphone",1,1,1 ], "a type of microphone that is held against the throat to pick up voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat microphone",1,1,1 ], "vibrations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,1,1 ], "that part of the alimentary and respiratory tracts extending from the back of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,1,1 ], "the mouth (nasopharynx) to just below the larynx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,1,2 ], "the front part of the neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,10 ], "because of reluctance or dislike" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,10 ], "stick in one""s throat| to be difficult for one to utter or believe, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a throat, esp| in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,3 ], "the gaping part of a tubular corolla or perianth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,4 ], "a sore throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,5 ], "cut one""s throat| to bring about one""s own ruin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,6 ], "have by the throat| to have compete control over (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,7 ], "jump down someone""s throat| to be quick to criticize someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,8 ], "accept" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,8 ], "ram or force down someone""s throat| to insist that someone listen to or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throat",1,1,9 ], "(something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throatlash",1,1,1 ], "the strap that holds a bridle in place, fastening under the horse""s jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throaty",1,1,1 ], "throatier, throatiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throaty",1,1,2 ], "indicating a sore throat; hoarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throaty",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or produced in or by the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throaty",1,1,4 ], "deep, husky, or guttural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throb",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to pulsate or beat repeatedly, esp| with increased force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throb",1,1,2 ], "(of engines, drums, etc|) to have a strong rhythmic vibration or beat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throb",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of throbbing, esp| a rapid pulsation as of the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throe",1,1,1 ], "a pang or pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throes",1,1,1 ], "a condition of violent pangs, pain, or convulsions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throes",1,1,2 ], "in the throes of| struggling with great effort with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombin",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme that acts on fibrinogen in blood causing it to clot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a blood clot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombocyte",1,1,1 ], "another name for platelet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thromboembolism",1,1,1 ], "its original site" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thromboembolism",1,1,1 ], "the obstruction of a blood vessel by a thrombus that has become detached from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombogen",1,1,1 ], "a protein present in blood that is essential for the formation of thrombin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombokinase",1,1,1 ], "another name for thromboplastin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombophlebitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a vein associated with the formation of a thrombus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thromboplastic",1,1,1 ], "causing or enhancing the formation of a blood clot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thromboplastin",1,1,1 ], "and other tissues and convert prothrombin to thrombin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thromboplastin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of substances that are liberated from damaged blood platelets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombose",1,1,1 ], "to become or affect with a thrombus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombosis",1,1,1 ], "the formation or presence of a thrombus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombosis",1,1,2 ], "short for coronary thrombosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombus",1,1,1 ], "a clot of coagulated blood that forms within a blood vessel or inside the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrombus",1,1,1 ], "heart and remains at the site of its formation, often impeding the flow of blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throne",1,1,1 ], "the ceremonial seat occupied by a monarch, bishop, etc| on occasions of state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throne",1,1,2 ], "the power, duties, or rank ascribed to a royal person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throne",1,1,3 ], "a person holding royal rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throne",1,1,4 ], "in medieval angelology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throne",1,1,4 ], "the third of the nine orders into which the angels are traditionally divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throne",1,2,1 ], "to place or be placed on a throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throng",1,1,1 ], "a great number of people or things crowded together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throng",1,2,1 ], "to gather in or fill (a place) in large numbers; crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throng",1,3,1 ], "to hem in (a person); jostle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throng",1,4,1 ], "busy|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throstle",1,1,1 ], "a poetic name for thrush, esp| the song thrush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throstle",1,1,2 ], "a spinning machine for wool or cotton in which the fibres are twisted and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throstle",1,1,2 ], "wound continuously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throttle",1,1,1 ], "an engine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throttle",1,1,1 ], "any device that controls the quantity of fuel or fuel and air mixture entering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throttle",1,1,2 ], "an informal or dialect word for throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throttle",1,2,1 ], "to kill or injure by squeezing the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throttle",1,2,2 ], "to suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throttle",1,2,3 ], "to control or restrict (a flow of fluid) by means of a throttle valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "through-composed",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a song in stanzaic form, in which different music is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "through-composed",1,1,1 ], "provided for each stanza" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "through-other",1,1,1 ], "dialect| untidy or dishevelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throughly",1,1,1 ], "thoroughly; completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throughout",1,1,1 ], "right through; through the whole of (a place or a period of time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throughout",1,2,1 ], "throughout some specified period or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throughput",1,1,1 ], "the quantity of raw material processed in a given period, esp| by a computer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throughway",1,1,1 ], "a thoroughfare, esp| a motorway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throve",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of thrive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw about",1,1,1 ], "to spend (one""s money) in a reckless and flaunting manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw about",1,1,2 ], "manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw about",1,1,2 ], "throw one""s weight about| Informal| to act in an authoritarian or aggressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw off",1,1,1 ], "to free oneself of; discard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw off",1,1,2 ], "to produce or utter in a casual manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw off",1,1,3 ], "to escape from or elude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw off",1,1,4 ], "to confuse or disconcert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw off",1,1,5 ], "(often foll| by at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw off",1,1,6 ], "to deride or ridicule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,1 ], "to discard or reject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,2 ], "to expel or dismiss, esp| forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,3 ], "building)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,3 ], "to construct (something projecting or prominent, such as a wing of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,4 ], "to put forward or offer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,5 ], "to utter in a casual or indirect manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,6 ], "to confuse or disconcert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,7 ], "to give off or emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,8 ], "(of a fielder) to put (the batsman) out by throwing the ball to hit the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,8 ], "wicket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw out",1,1,9 ], "to make a throw to a teammate who in turn puts out (a base runner)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw over",1,1,1 ], "to forsake or abandon jilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw together",1,1,1 ], "to assemble hurriedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw together",1,1,2 ], "to cause to become casually acquainted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw up",1,1,1 ], "to give up; abandon, relinquish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw up",1,1,2 ], "to build or construct hastily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw up",1,1,3 ], "to reveal; produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw up",1,1,4 ], "to vomit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to project or cast (something) through the air, esp| with a rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,1 ], "motion of the arm and wrist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,10 ], "to be subjected to (a fit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,11 ], "to turn (wood, etc|) on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,12 ], "to baffle or astonish; confuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,13 ], "to deliver (a punch)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,14 ], "to hurl (an opponent) to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,15 ], "to lose (a contest, fight, etc|) deliberately, esp| in boxing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,15,1 ], "to play (a card)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,15,2 ], "to discard (a card)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,16 ], "(of a female animal, esp| a cow) to give birth to (young)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,17 ], "to twist or spin (filaments) into thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,18 ], "throw cold water on| Informal| to discourage or disparage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,19 ], "throw oneself at| to strive actively to attract the attention or affection of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by in, on, onto, etc|) to put or move suddenly, carelessly, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,2 ], "violently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,20 ], "throw oneself into| to involve oneself enthusiastically in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,21 ], "throw oneself on| to rely entirely upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,3 ], "to bring to or cause to be in a specified state or condition, esp| suddenly or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,3 ], "unexpectedly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,4 ], "to direct or cast (a shadow, light, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,5 ], "source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,5 ], "to project (the voice) so as to make it appear to come from other than its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,6 ], "to give or hold (a party)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,7 ], "to cause to fall or be upset; dislodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,7,1 ], "to tip (dice) out onto a flat surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,7,2 ], "to obtain (a specified number) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,8 ], "to shape on a potter""s wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,1,9 ], "to move (a switch or lever) to engage or disengage a mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of throwing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,2 ], "the distance or extent over which anything may be thrown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,3 ], "a chance, venture, or try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,4 ], "an act or result of throwing dice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,4,1 ], "the eccentricity of a cam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,4,2 ], "crankpin forming part of the shaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,4,2 ], "the radial distance between the central axis of a crankshaft and the axis of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,5 ], "a decorative light blanket or cover, as thrown over a chair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,6 ], "a sheet of fabric used for draping over an easel or unfinished painting, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,6 ], "to keep the dust off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,7 ], "the vertical displacement of rock strata at a fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throw",1,2,8 ], "the deflection of a measuring instrument as a result of a sudden fluctuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throwing stick",1,1,1 ], "a primitive sling for shooting missiles such as javelins or spears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrown",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of throw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "throwster",1,1,1 ], "a person who twists silk or other fibres into yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thru",1,3,1 ], "a variant spelling of through|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrum",1,1,1 ], "to strum rhythmically but without expression on (a musical instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrum",1,2,1 ], "to drum incessantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrum",1,2,2 ], "to repeat (something) monotonously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrum",1,3,1 ], "a repetitive strumming or recitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrush",1,1,1 ], "a spotted breast, such as the mistle thrush and song thrush: family Muscicapidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrush",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the subfamily Turdinae, esp| those having a brown plumage with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrush",2,1,1,1 ], "a fungal disease of the mouth, esp| of infants, characterized by the formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrush",2,1,1,1 ], "of whitish spots and caused by infection with Candida albicans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrush",2,1,1,2 ], "another word for sprue ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrush",2,1,2 ], "a softening of the frog of a horse""s hoof characterized by inflammation and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrush",2,1,2 ], "thick foul discharge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrust fault",1,1,1 ], "a fault in which the rocks on the lower side of an inclined fault plane have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust fault",1,1,1 ], "been displaced downwards, usually by compression; a reverse fault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,1,1 ], "to put with force into (something); push through or against (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,1,2 ], "to force (oneself or another) into some condition or situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,1,3 ], "to make a stab or lunge at (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,1 ], "a forceful drive, push, stab, or lunge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,2 ], "a force, esp| one that produces motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,2,1 ], "a propulsive force produced by the fluid pressure or the change of momentum of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,2,1 ], "the fluid in a jet engine, rocket engine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,2,2 ], "a similar force produced by a propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,3 ], "a pressure that is exerted continuously by one part of an object, structure," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,3 ], "etc|, against another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,3,1 ], "the compressive force in the earth""s crust that produces recumbent folds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,4 ], "a force exerted in a downwards and outwards direction, as by an arch or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,4 ], "rafter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thrust",1,2,5 ], "force, impetus, or drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thruster",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that thrusts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thruster",1,1,2 ], "a small rocket engine, esp| one used to correct the altitude or course of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thruster",1,1,2 ], "spacecraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thsant",1,1,1 ], "a dance held while afternoon tea is served, popular in the 1920s and 1930s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thug",1,1,1 ], "a tough and violent man, esp| a criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thug",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a member of an organization of robbers and assassins in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thuggee",1,1,1 ], "the methods and practices of the thugs of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thuja",1,1,1 ], "Asia, having scalelike leaves, small cones, and an aromatic wood: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thuja",1,1,1 ], "any of various coniferous trees of the genus Thuja, of North America and East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thulium",1,1,1 ], "9|31; melting pt|: 1545 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1727 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thulium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: Tm; atomic no|: 69; atomic wt|: 168|93; valency: 2 or 3; relative density:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thulium",1,1,1 ], "The radioisotope thulium-170 is used as an electron source in portable x-ray units|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thulium",1,1,1 ], "a malleable ductile silvery-grey element occurring principally in monazite|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,1 ], "composed of two short bones| Technical name: pollex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,1 ], "the first and usually shortest and thickest of the digits of the hand," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding digit in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,3 ], "the part of a glove shaped to fit the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,4 ], "another name for ovolo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,5 ], "all thumbs| clumsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,6 ], "thumbs down| an indication of refusal, disapproval, or negation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,7 ], "thumbs up| an indication of encouragement, approval, or acceptance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,1,8 ], "under someone""s thumb| at someone""s mercy or command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,2,1 ], "to touch, mark, or move with the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,2,2 ], "to attempt to obtain (a lift or ride) by signalling with the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,2,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by through) to flip the pages of (a book, magazine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,2,3 ], "etc|) perfunctorily in order to glance at the contents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,2,4 ], "thumb one""s nose at| to deride or mock, esp| by placing the thumb on the nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumb",1,2,4 ], "with fingers extended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thumbnail",1,1,1 ], "the nail of the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumbnail",1,1,2 ], "concise and brief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumbnut",1,1,1 ], "a nut with projections enabling it to be turned by the thumb and forefinger;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumbnut",1,1,1 ], "wing nut" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thumbprint",1,1,1 ], "an impression of the upper part of the thumb, used esp| for identification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumbprint",1,1,1 ], "purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thumbscrew",1,1,1 ], "an instrument of torture that pinches or crushes the thumbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumbscrew",1,1,2 ], "a screw with projections on its head enabling it to be turned by the thumb and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumbscrew",1,1,2 ], "forefinger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thumbstall",1,1,1 ], "a protective sheathlike cover for the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumbtack",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for drawing pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thump",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thump",1,1,1 ], "the sound of a heavy solid body hitting or pounding a comparatively soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thump",1,1,2 ], "a heavy blow with the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thump",1,2,1 ], "to strike or beat heavily; pound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thump",1,3,1 ], "to throb, beat, or pound violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thumping",1,1,1 ], "huge or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,1,1 ], "a loud cracking or deep rumbling noise caused by the rapid expansion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,1,1 ], "atmospheric gases which are suddenly heated by lightning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,1,2 ], "any loud booming sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,1,3 ], "a violent threat or denunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,1,4 ], "anticipating it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,1,4 ], "steal someone""s thunder| to lessen the effect of someone""s idea or action by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,2,1 ], "to make (a loud sound) or utter (words) in a manner suggesting thunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,3,1 ], "to be the case that thunder is being heard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,4,1 ], "to move fast and heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunder",1,5,1 ], "to utter vehement threats or denunciation; rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbird",1,1,1 ], "a legendary bird that produces thunder, lightning, and rain according to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbird",1,1,1 ], "folk belief of several North American Indian peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbolt",1,1,1 ], "a flash of lightning accompanying thunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbolt",1,1,2 ], "the imagined agency of destruction produced by a flash of lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbolt",1,1,3 ], "(in mythology) the destructive weapon wielded by several gods, esp| the Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbolt",1,1,3 ], "god Zeus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbolt",1,1,4 ], "something very startling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbox",1,1,1 ], "a portable box-like lavatory seat that can be placed over a hole in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbox",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thunderbox",1,1,2 ], "any portable lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderclap",1,1,1 ], "a loud outburst of thunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderclap",1,1,2 ], "something as violent or unexpected as a clap of thunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thundercloud",1,1,1 ], "a towering electrically charged cumulonimbus cloud associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thundercloud",1,1,1 ], "thunderstorms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thundercloud",1,1,2 ], "anything that is threatening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderhead",1,1,1 ], "the anvil-shaped top of a cumulonimbus cloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thundering",1,1,1 ], "very great or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderous",1,1,1 ], "producing thunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderous",1,1,2 ], "resembling thunder, esp| in loudness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thundershower",1,1,1 ], "a heavy shower during a thunderstorm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderstone",1,1,1 ], "a long tapering stone, fossil, or similar object, formerly thought to be a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderstone",1,1,1 ], "thunderbolt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thunderstone",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for thunderbolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderstorm",1,1,1 ], "a storm caused by strong rising air currents and characterized by thunder and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderstorm",1,1,1 ], "lightning and usually heavy rain or hail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thunderstruck",1,1,1 ], "completely taken aback; amazed or shocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thunderstruck",1,1,2 ], "struck by lightning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thundery",1,1,1 ], "thunderous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thundery",1,1,2 ], "ominous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thurible",1,1,1 ], "another word for censer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thurifer",1,1,1 ], "a person appointed to carry the censer at religious ceremonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thus",1,1,1 ], "in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thus",1,1,2 ], "to such a degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thus",1,2,1 ], "therefore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thuya",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of thuja" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwack",1,1,1 ], "to beat, hit, or flog, esp| with something flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwack",1,2,1,1 ], "a blow with something flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwack",1,2,1,2 ], "the sound made by it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwack",1,3,1 ], "an exclamation imitative of this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwart",1,1,1 ], "to oppose successfully or prevent; frustrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwart",1,1,2 ], "to be or move across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwart",1,2,1,1 ], "a seat lying across a boat and occupied by an oarsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwart",1,2,1,2 ], "a crosspiece that spreads the gunwales of a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwart",1,3,1 ], "passing or being situated across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwart",1,3,2 ], "perverse or stubborn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thwart",1,5,1 ], "across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thy",1,1,1 ], "belonging to or associated in some way with you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thy",1,1,2 ], "(thou)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thylacine",1,1,1 ], "an extinct or very rare doglike carnivorous marsupial, Thylacinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thylacine",1,1,1 ], "cynocephalus, of Tasmania, having greyish-brown fur with dark vertical stripes on the back:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thylacine",1,1,1 ], "family Dasyuridae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thyme",1,1,1 ], "(labiates)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thyme",1,1,1 ], "any of various small shrubs of the temperate genus Thymus, having a strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyme",1,1,1 ], "mintlike odour, small leaves, and white, pink, or red flowers: family Labiatae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thymelaeaceous",1,1,1 ], "and mezereon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thymelaeaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Thymelaeaceae, a family of trees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thymelaeaceous",1,1,1 ], "shrubs having tough acrid bark and simple leaves: includes spurge laurel, leatherwood," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thymic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the thymus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thymidine",1,1,1 ], "the crystalline nucleoside of thymine, found in DNA| Formula: C10H14N2O5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thymine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline pyrimidine base found in DNA| Formula: C5H6N2O2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thymol",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline substance with an aromatic odour, obtained from the oil of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thymol",1,1,1 ], "embalming; 2-isopropylphenol| Formula: (CH\3)2CHC6H3(CH\3)OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thymol",1,1,1 ], "thyme and used as a fungicide, antiseptic, and anthelmintic and in perfumery and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thymus",1,1,1 ], "a glandular organ of vertebrates, consisting in man of two lobes situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thymus",1,1,1 ], "adult" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thymus",1,1,1 ], "below the thyroid|In early life it produces lymphocytes and is thought to influence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thymus",1,1,1 ], "certain immunological responses|It atrophies with age and is almost nonexistent in the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thyratron",1,1,1 ], "an electronic relay consisting of a gas-filled tube, usually a triode, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyratron",1,1,1 ], "subsequently loses control over it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thyratron",1,1,1 ], "which a signal applied to the control grid initiates a transient anode current but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thyristor",1,1,1 ], "another name for silicon controlled rectifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyro-",1,1,1 ], "thyroid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyrocalcitonin",1,1,1 ], "another name for calcitonin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid gland",1,1,1 ], "an endocrine gland of vertebrates, consisting in man of two lobes near the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid gland",1,1,1 ], "base of the neck| It secretes hormones that control metabolism and body growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the thyroid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the largest cartilage of the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid",1,2,1 ], "see thyroid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid",1,2,2 ], "the powdered preparation made from the thyroid gland of certain animals, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid",1,2,2 ], "to treat hypothyroidism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thyroid-stimulating hormone",1,1,1 ], "another name for thyrotropin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroidectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of all or part of the thyroid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyroiditis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the thyroid gland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyrotoxicosis",1,1,1 ], "another name for hyperthyroidism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyrotropin",1,1,1 ], "a glycoprotein hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyrotropin",1,1,1 ], "it stimulates the activity of the thyroid gland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thyroxine",1,1,1 ], "be synthesized or extracted from the thyroid glands of animals and used to treat" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "thyroxine",1,1,1 ], "hypothyroidism| Chemical name: tetra-iodothyromine; formula: C15H11I4NO4" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "thyroxine",1,1,1 ], "metabolic rate of tissues and also controls growth, as in amphibian metamorphosis| It can" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thyroxine",1,1,1 ], "the principal hormone produced by the thyroid gland: it increases the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyrse",1,1,1 ], "a type of inflorescence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyrsus",1,1,1 ], "a staff, usually one tipped with a pine cone, borne by Dionysus (Bacchus) and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyrsus",1,1,1 ], "his followers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thyrsus",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of thyrse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thysanuran",1,1,1 ], "any primitive wingless insect of the order Thysanura, which comprises the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thysanuran",1,1,1 ], "bristletails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "thysanuran",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Thysanura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyself",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of thou or thee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyself",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "thyself",1,1,2 ], "your (thy) normal or usual self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ti",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of te" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ti",2,1,1 ], "a woody palmlike agave plant, Cordyline terminalis, of the East Indies," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ti",2,1,1 ], "garments, fodder, thatch, etc|, and the root for food and liquor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ti",2,1,1 ], "having, white, mauve, or reddish flowers| The sword-shaped leaves are used for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ti",2,1,2 ], "a similar and related plant, Cordyline australis, of New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiara",1,1,1 ], "a woman""s semicircular jewelled headdress for formal occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiara",1,1,2 ], "a high headdress worn by Persian kings in ancient times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiara",1,1,2,1 ], "a headdress worn by the pope, consisting of a beehive-shaped diadem surrounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiara",1,1,2,1 ], "by three coronets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiara",1,1,2,2 ], "the office or rank of pope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tibia",1,1,1 ], "ankle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tibia",1,1,1 ], "the inner and thicker of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tibia",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bone in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tibia",1,1,3 ], "tarsus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tibia",1,1,3 ], "the fourth segment of an insect""s leg, lying between the femur and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tibiotarsus",1,1,1 ], "tarsal bones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tibiotarsus",1,1,1 ], "the bone in the leg of a bird formed by fusion of the tibia and some of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tic douloureux",1,1,1 ], "a condition of momentary stabbing pain along the trigeminal nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tic",1,1,1 ], "spasmodic twitching of a particular group of muscles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tical",1,1,1 ], "the former standard monetary unit of Thailand, replaced by the baht in 1928" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tical",1,1,2 ], "14 grams" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tical",1,1,2 ], "a unit of weight, formerly used in Thailand, equal to about half an ounce or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick fever",1,1,1 ], "any acute infectious febrile disease caused by the bite of an infected tick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick fever",1,1,2 ], "another name for Rocky Mountain spotted fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick off",1,1,1 ], "to mark with a tick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick off",1,1,2 ], "to scold; reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick trefoil",1,1,1 ], "Desmodium, having trifoliate leaves, clusters of small purplish or white flowers, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tick trefoil",1,1,1 ], "any of various tropical and subtropical leguminous plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick trefoil",1,1,1 ], "sticky jointed seed pods, which separate into segments that cling to animals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,1,1 ], "a recurrent metallic tapping or clicking sound, such as that made by a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,1,1 ], "or watch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,1,2 ], "a moment or instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,1,3 ], "a mark (/) or dash used to check off or indicate the correctness of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,2,1 ], "to produce or indicate by a recurrent tapping sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by off) to mark or check (something, such as a list)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,2,2 ], "with a tick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tick",1,2,3 ], "what makes someone tick| the basic drive or motivation of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",2,1,1 ], "Argasidae, , typically living on the skin of warm-blooded animals and feeding on the blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tick",2,1,1 ], "and tissues of their hosts: order Acarina" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tick",2,1,1 ], "any of various small parasitic arachnids of the families Ixodidae and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",2,1,2 ], "(mites and ticks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",2,1,3 ], "any of certain other arachnids of the order Acarina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",2,1,4 ], "any of certain insects of the dipterous family Hippoboscidae that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",2,1,4 ], "ectoparasitic on horses, cattle, sheep, etc|, esp| the sheep ked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tick",3,1,1 ], "the strong covering of a pillow, mattress, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",3,1,2 ], "short for ticking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick",4,1,1 ], "account or credit (esp| in the phrase on tick)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick-bird",1,1,1 ], "another name for oxpecker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick-borne typhus",1,1,1 ], "another name for Rocky Mountain spotted fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tick-tack-toe",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for noughts and crosses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticker tape",1,1,1 ], "a continuous paper ribbon on which a tape machine automatically prints current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticker tape",1,1,1 ], "stock quotations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticker tape",1,1,2 ], "ticker tape reception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticker tape",1,1,3 ], "(mainly in New York) the showering of the motorcade of a distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticker tape",1,1,3 ], "politician, visiting head of state, etc|, with ticker tape as a sign of welcome" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticker",1,1,1,1 ], "the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticker",1,1,1,2 ], "a watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticker",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that ticks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticker",1,1,3 ], "the U|S| word for tape machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket of leave",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in Britain) a permit allowing a convict (ticket-of-leave man) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket of leave",1,1,1 ], "leave prison, after serving only part of his sentence, with certain restrictions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticket of leave",1,1,1 ], "placed on him" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,1,1 ], "a piece of paper, cardboard, etc|, showing that the holder is entitled to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,1,1 ], "certain rights, such as travel on a train or bus, entry to a place of public" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,1,1 ], "entertainment, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier concerned with or relating to the issue, sale, or checking of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,1,2 ], "tickets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,2 ], "a piece of card, cloth, etc|, attached to an article showing information such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,2 ], "as its price, size, or washing instructions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,3 ], "a summons served for a parking offence or violation of traffic regulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,4 ], "pilot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,4 ], "the certificate of competence issued to a ship""s captain or an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,5 ], "the group of candidates nominated by one party in an election; slate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,6 ], "the declared policy of a political party at an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,7 ], "a certificate of discharge from the armed forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,8 ], "the right or appropriate thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,1,9 ], "have tickets on oneself| Austral| informal| to be conceited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,2,1 ], "to issue or attach a ticket or tickets to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticket",1,2,2 ], "to earmark for a particular purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticking",1,1,1 ], "a strong cotton fabric, often striped, used esp| for mattress and pillow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticking",1,1,1 ], "covers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,1,1 ], "pleasure, laughter, or a twitching sensation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,1,1 ], "to touch, stroke, or poke (a person, part of the body, etc|) so as to produce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,2,1 ], "to excite pleasurably; gratify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,3,1 ], "to delight or entertain (often in the phrase tickle one""s fancy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,4,1 ], "to itch or tingle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,5,1 ], "moving the fingers into its gills" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,5,1 ], "to catch (a fish, esp| a trout) by grasping it with the hands and gently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,5,2 ], "tickle pink or to death| to please greatly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,6,1 ], "a sensation of light stroking or itching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickle",1,6,2 ], "the act of tickling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickler coil",1,1,1 ], "a small inductance coil connected in series in the anode circuit of a valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickler coil",1,1,1 ], "and magnetically coupled to a coil in the grid circuit to provide feedback" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tickler",1,1,1 ], "a memorandum book or file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickler",1,1,2 ], "a single-entry business journal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickler",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that tickles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tickler",1,1,4 ], "a difficult or delicate problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticklish",1,1,1 ], "susceptible and sensitive to being tickled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticklish",1,1,2 ], "delicate or difficult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticklish",1,1,3 ], "easily upset or offended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticktack",1,1,1 ], "a system of sign language, mainly using the hands, by which bookmakers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticktack",1,1,1 ], "transmit their odds to each other at race courses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ticktack",1,1,2 ], "a ticking sound, as made by a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticktock",1,1,1 ], "a ticking sound as made by a clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ticktock",1,2,1 ], "to make a ticking sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidal basin",1,1,1 ], "a basin for vessels that is filled at high tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidal wave",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for tsunami" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidal wave",1,1,2 ], "an unusually large incoming wave, often caused by high winds and spring tides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidal wave",1,1,3 ], "a forceful and widespread movement in public opinion, action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidal",1,1,1 ], "relating to, characterized by, or affected by tides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidal",1,1,2 ], "dependent on the state of the tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidal",1,1,3 ], "(of a glacier) reaching the sea and discharging floes or icebergs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidbit",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of titbit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiddler",1,1,1 ], "a very small fish or aquatic creature, esp| a stickleback, minnow, or tadpole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiddler",1,1,2 ], "a small child, esp| one undersized for its age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiddly",1,1,1 ], "small tiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiddlywinks",1,1,1 ], "a game in which players try to flick discs of plastic into a cup by pressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiddlywinks",1,1,1 ], "them sharply on the side with other larger discs| dj" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tide over",1,1,1 ], "to help to get through (a period of difficulty, distress, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tide over",1,1,2 ], "the money tided him over until he got a job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tide",2,1,1 ], "to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tide-gauge",1,1,1 ], "a gauge used to measure extremes or the present level of tidal movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tide-rip",1,1,1 ], "another word for riptide (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tideland",1,1,1 ], "land between high-water and low-water marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidemark",1,1,1 ], "a mark left by the highest or lowest point of a tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidemark",1,1,2 ], "a marker indicating the highest or lowest point reached by a tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidemark",1,1,3 ], "a mark showing a level reached by a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidemark",1,1,4 ], "a dirty mark on the skin, indicating the extent to which someone has washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidewaiter",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a customs officer who boarded and inspected incoming ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidewater",1,1,1 ], "water that advances and recedes with the tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidewater",1,1,2 ], "water that covers land that is dry at low tide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidewater",1,1,2,1 ], "coastal land drained by tidal streams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidewater",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tideway",1,1,1 ], "a strong tidal current or its channel, esp| the tidal part of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tidings",1,1,1 ], "information or news" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie beam",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal beam that serves to prevent two other structural members from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie beam",1,1,1 ], "separating, esp| one that connects two corresponding rafters in a roof or roof truss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie clasp",1,1,1 ], "a clip, often ornamental, which holds a tie in place against a shirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie line",1,1,1 ], "a telephone line between two private branch exchanges or private exchanges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie line",1,1,1 ], "that may or may not pass through a main exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie rod",1,1,1 ], "any rod or bar designed to prevent the separation of two parts, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie rod",1,1,1 ], "vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, often foll| by up) to fasten or be fastened with string, thread," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,1,2 ], "to make (a knot or bow) in (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,2,1 ], "to restrict or secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,2,2 ], "to equal (the score) of (a competitor or fellow candidate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,3,1 ], "to unite in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,3,1,1 ], "note of composite time value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,3,1,1 ], "to execute (two successive notes of the same pitch) as though they formed one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,3,1,2 ], "to connect (two printed notes) with a tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,3,2 ], "fit to be tied| Slang| very angry or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,1 ], "a bond, link, or fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,10 ], "detail to fix its position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,10 ], "one of two measurements running from two points on a survey line to a point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,11 ], "another name for bride ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,2 ], "a restriction or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,3 ], "a string, wire, ribbon, etc|, with which something is tied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,4 ], "a long narrow piece of material worn, esp| by men, under the collar of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,4 ], "name: necktie" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,4 ], "shirt, tied in a knot close to the throat with the ends hanging down the front| U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,4,1 ], "an equality in score, attainment, etc|, in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,4,2 ], "the match or competition in which such a result is attained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,5 ], "a structural member such as a tie beam or tie rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,6 ], "a match or game in an eliminating competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,7 ], "a shoe fastened by means of laces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,8 ], "the U|S| name for sleeper (on a railway track)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,9 ], "a slur connecting two notes of the same pitch indicating that the sound is to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie",1,4,9 ], "be prolonged for their joint time value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tie-dyeing",1,1,1 ], "a method of dyeing textiles to produce patterns by tying sections of the cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tie-dyeing",1,1,1 ], "together so that they will not absorb the dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tieback",1,1,1,1 ], "a length of cord, ribbon, or other fabric used for tying a curtain to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tieback",1,1,1,1 ], "side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tieback",1,1,1,2 ], "a curtain having such a device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiebreaker",1,1,1 ], "a method of deciding quickly the result of a set drawn at five-all, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiebreaker",1,1,1 ], "involving the playing of one deciding game in which each player serves twice alternately" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tied",1,1,1 ], "(of a public house, etc|) obliged to sell only the beer, etc|, of a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tied",1,1,1 ], "brewery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tied",1,1,2 ], "(of a house or cottage) rented out to the tenant for as long as he is employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tied",1,1,2 ], "by the owner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiemannite",1,1,1 ], "a grey mineral consisting of mercury selenide| Formula: HgSe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiepin",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental pin of various shapes used to pin the two ends of a tie to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiepin",1,1,1 ], "shirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tier",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of rows placed one above and behind the other, such as theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tier",1,1,1 ], "seats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tier",1,1,1,1 ], "a layer or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tier",1,1,1,2 ], "a three-tier cake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tier",1,1,2 ], "a rank, order, or row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tier",1,2,1 ], "to be or arrange in tiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tier",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that ties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tierce de Picardie",1,1,1 ], "another term for Picardy third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tierce",1,1,1 ], "a variant of terce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tierce",1,1,2 ], "fencing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tierce",1,1,2 ], "the third of eight basic positions from which a parry or attack can be made in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tierce",1,1,3 ], "a sequence of three cards in the same suit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tierce",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete measure of capacity equal to 42 wine gallons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiercel",1,1,1 ], "a variant of tercel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiff",1,1,1 ], "a petty quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiff",1,1,2 ], "a fit of ill humour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiff",1,2,1 ], "to have or be in a tiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiff",2,1,1 ], "a small draught of alcoholic drink; dram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiffany",1,1,1 ], "a sheer fine gauzy fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiffin",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a light meal, esp| one taken at midday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger beetle",1,1,1 ], "any active predatory beetle of the family Cicindelidae, chiefly of warm dry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger beetle",1,1,1 ], "regions, having powerful mandibles and long legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger cat",1,1,1 ], "a medium-sized feline mammal, Felis tigrina, of Central and South America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger cat",1,1,1 ], "having a dark-striped coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger cat",1,1,2 ], "any similar feline with tiger-like markings, such as the margay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger lily",1,1,1 ], "a lily plant, Lilium tigrinum, of China and Japan, cultivated for its flowers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger lily",1,1,1 ], "which have black-spotted orange reflexed petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger lily",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar lilies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger moth",1,1,1 ], "any of various moths of the family Arctiidae, esp| of the genus Arctia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger moth",1,1,1 ], "typically having a stout body and wings conspicuously marked with stripes and spots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger shark",1,1,1 ], "a voracious omnivorous requiem shark, Galeocerdo cuvieri, chiefly of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger shark",1,1,1 ], "waters, having a striped or spotted body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger shark",1,1,2 ], "Indian Ocean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger shark",1,1,2 ], "any of certain other spotted sharks, such as Stegostoma tigrinum, of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger snake",1,1,1 ], "Australia and Tasmania" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger snake",1,1,1 ], "a highly venomous brown-and-yellow elapid snake, Notechis scutatus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger""s-eye",1,1,1 ], "a golden brown silicified variety of crocidolite, used as an ornamental stone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger""s-eye",1,1,2 ], "a glaze resembling this, used on pottery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger",1,1,1 ], "a large feline mammal, Panthera tigris, of forests in most of Asia, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger",1,1,1 ], "tawny yellow coat with black stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiger",1,1,2 ], "any of various other animals, such as the jaguar, leopard, and thylacine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiger",1,1,3 ], "a dynamic, forceful, or cruel person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,1 ], "stretched or drawn so as not to be loose; taut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,10 ], "very close or even" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,11 ], "drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,12 ], "(of a person) showing tension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,13 ], "neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,14 ], "sit tight| to maintain one's position, stand, or opinion firmly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,2 ], "fitting or covering in a close manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,3 ], "held, made, fixed, or closed firmly and securely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,3,1 ], "of close and compact construction or organization, esp| so as to be impervious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,3,1 ], "to water, air, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,3,2 ], "watertight; airtight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,4 ], "unyielding or stringent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,5 ], "cramped or constricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,6 ], "mean or miserly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,7 ], "difficult and problematic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,8 ], "hardly profitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,8,1 ], "(of a commodity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,9 ], "difficult to obtain in excess demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,9,2 ], "(of funds, money, etc|) difficult and expensive to borrow because of high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,9,2 ], "demand or restrictive monetary policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,9,3 ], "(of markets) characterized by excess demand or scarcity with prices tending to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,1,9,3 ], "rise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,2,1 ], "in a close, firm, or secure way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight",1,2,2 ], "sleep tight| to sleep soundly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight-lipped",1,1,1 ], "reticent, secretive, or taciturn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tight-lipped",1,1,2 ], "with the lips pressed tightly together, as through anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tighten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become tight or tighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tighten",1,1,2 ], "tighten one's belt| to economize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tightfisted",1,1,1 ], "mean; miserly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tightknit",1,1,1 ], "closely integrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tightknit",1,1,2 ], "organized carefully and concisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tightrope walker",1,1,1 ], "an acrobat who performs on a tightrope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tightrope",1,1,1 ], "a rope or cable stretched taut above the ground on which acrobats walk or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tightrope",1,1,1 ], "perform balancing feats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tights",1,1,1 ], "a one-piece clinging garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tights",1,1,1 ], "also by acrobats, dancers, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tights",1,1,1 ], "covering the body from the waist to the feet, worn by women in place of stockings and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tights",1,1,2 ], "a similar garment formerly worn by men, as in the 16th century with a doublet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tightwad",1,1,1 ], "a stingy person; miser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiglic acid",1,1,1 ], "a syrupy liquid or crystalline colourless unsaturated carboxylic acid, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiglic acid",1,1,1 ], "perfumery;trans-2-methyl-2-butenoic acid| Formula: CH3CHC(CH\3)COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tiglic acid",1,1,1 ], "the trans- configuration, found in croton oil and used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tigon",1,1,1 ], "the hybrid offspring of a male tiger and a female lion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tigress",1,1,1 ], "a female tiger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tigress",1,1,2 ], "a fierce, cruel, or wildly passionate woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tike",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tyke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiki",1,1,1 ], "an amulet or figurine in the form of a carved representation of an ancestor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiki",1,1,1 ], "worn in some Maori cultures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tikoloshe",1,1,1 ], "a variant of tokoloshe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "til",1,1,1 ], "another name for sesame, esp| a variety grown in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilapia",1,1,1 ], "any mouthbrooding cichlid fish of the African freshwater genus Tilapia: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilapia",1,1,1 ], "as food fishes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tilbury",1,1,1 ], "a light two-wheeled horse-drawn open carriage, seating two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilde",1,1,1 ], "Alphabet to represent any nasalized vowel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tilde",1,1,1 ], "consonant, as in Spanish senor|This symbol is also used in the International Phonetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tilde",1,1,1 ], "the diacritical mark () placed over a letter to indicate a palatal nasal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,1,1 ], "a flat thin slab of fired clay, rubber, linoleum, etc|, usually square or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,1,1 ], "rectangular and sometimes ornamental, used with others to cover a roof, floor, wall, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,1,2 ], "a short pipe made of earthenware, concrete, or plastic, used with others to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,1,2 ], "form a drain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,1,3 ], "tiles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,1,4 ], "a rectangular block used as a playing piece in mahjong and other games" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,1,5 ], "on the tiles| Informal| on a spree, esp| of drinking or debauchery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tile",1,2,1 ], "to cover with tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilefish",1,1,1 ], "a large brightly coloured deep-sea percoid food fish, Lopholatilus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilefish",1,1,1 ], "chamaeleonticeps, of warm and tropical seas, esp| the North American coast of the Atlantic:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tilefish",1,1,1 ], "family Branchiostegidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tiliaceous",1,1,1 ], "mostly trees and shrubs of warm and tropical regions: includes linden and jute" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiliaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Tiliaceae, a family of flowering plants," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiling",1,1,1 ], "tiles collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiling",1,1,2 ], "something made of or surfaced with tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "till",1,2,1 ], "short for until|Also (not standard): 'til" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "till",2,1,1 ], "to cultivate and work (land) for the raising of crops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "till",2,2,1 ], "another word for plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "till",3,1,1 ], "a box, case, or drawer in which money is kept, esp| in a shop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "till",3,1,2 ], "another term for cash register" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "till",4,1,1 ], "The most common is boulder clay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "till",4,1,1 ], "an unstratified glacial deposit consisting of rock fragments of various sizes|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tillage",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or art of tilling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tillage",1,1,2 ], "tilled land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tillandsia",1,1,1 ], "any bromeliaceous epiphytic plant of the genus Tillandsia, such as Spanish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tillandsia",1,1,1 ], "moss, of tropical and subtropical America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiller",1,1,1 ], "a handle fixed to the top of a rudderpost to serve as a lever in steering it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiller",2,1,1 ], "a shoot that arises from the base of the stem in grasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiller",2,1,2 ], "a less common name for sapling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiller",2,2,1 ], "(of a plant) to produce tillers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tillicum",1,1,1 ], "(in the Pacific Northwest) a friend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt hammer",1,1,1 ], "a drop hammer consisting of a heavy head moving at the end of a pivoted arm;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt hammer",1,1,1 ], "used in forging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,1,1 ], "to incline or cause to incline at an angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,1,2 ], "to attack or overthrow (a person or people) in a tilt or joust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to aim or thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,2,1 ], "to work or forge with a tilt hammer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,3,1 ], "a slope or angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,3,2 ], "the act of tilting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,3,3 ], "(esp| in medieval Europe)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,3,3,1 ], "a jousting contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,3,3,2 ], "a thrust with a lance or pole delivered during a tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,3,4 ], "any dispute, contest, or similar encounter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",1,3,5 ], "(at) full tilt| at full speed or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",2,1,1 ], "an awning or canopy, usually of canvas, for a boat, booth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilt",2,2,1 ], "to cover or provide with a tilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilth",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of tilling land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tilth",1,1,2 ], "suitability for promoting plant growth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tilth",1,1,2 ], "the condition of soil or land that has been tilled| esp| with respect to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiltyard",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an enclosed area for tilting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbal",1,1,1 ], "a type of kettledrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbale",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of meat, fish, etc| in a rich sauce, cooked in a mould lined with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbale",1,1,1 ], "potato or pastry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timbale",1,1,2 ], "a plain straight-sided mould in which such a dish is prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber hitch",1,1,1 ], "a knot used for tying a rope round a spar, log, etc|, for haulage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber line",1,1,1 ], "the altitudinal or latitudinal limit of tree growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber wolf",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the wolf, Canis lupus, having a grey brindled coat and occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber wolf",1,1,1 ], "in forested northern regions, esp| of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,1,1,1 ], "trees collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,1,1,1 ], "wood, esp| when regarded as a construction material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,1,1,2 ], "Chiefly U|S| woodland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,1,2 ], "a piece of wood used in a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,1,3 ], "a frame in a wooden vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,1,4 ], "potential material, for a post, rank, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,2,1 ], "to provide with timbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timber",1,3,1 ], "a lumberjack's shouted warning when a tree is about to fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbered",1,1,1 ], "made of or containing timber or timbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbered",1,1,2 ], "covered with trees; wooded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timberhead",1,1,1 ], "a timber, the top of which rises above deck level and is used as a bollard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbering",1,1,1 ], "timbers collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbering",1,1,2 ], "work made of timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timberland",1,1,1 ], "land covered with trees grown for their timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timberwork",1,1,1 ], "a structure made of timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timberyard",1,1,1 ], "an establishment where timber and sometimes other building materials are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timberyard",1,1,1 ], "stored or sold| U|S| word: lumberyard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timbre",1,1,1 ], "the distinctive tone quality differentiating one vowel or sonant from another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbre",1,1,2 ], "tone colour or quality of sound, esp| a specific type of tone colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timbrel",1,1,1 ], "another word for tambourine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time and a half",1,1,1 ], "for overtime work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time and a half",1,1,1 ], "the rate of pay equalling one and a half times the normal rate, often offered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time and motion study",1,1,1 ], "methods of operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time and motion study",1,1,1 ], "the analysis of industrial or work procedures to determine the most efficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time bomb",1,1,1 ], "a bomb containing a timing mechanism that determines the time at which it will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time bomb",1,1,1 ], "detonate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time capsule",1,1,1 ], "a container holding articles, documents, etc|, representative of the current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time capsule",1,1,1 ], "age, buried in the earth or in the foundations of a new building for discovery in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time capsule",1,1,1 ], "the future" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "time clock",1,1,1 ], "a clock which records, by punching or stamping cards inserted into it, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time clock",1,1,1 ], "time of arrival or departure of people, such as employees in a factory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time constant",1,1,1 ], "exponentially through approximately 63 per cent of its amplitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time constant",1,1,1 ], "the time required for the current or voltage in a circuit to rise or fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time deposit",1,1,1 ], "a bank deposit from which withdrawals may be made only after advance notice or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time deposit",1,1,1 ], "at a specified future date" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time exposure",1,1,1 ], "an exposure of a photographic film for a relatively long period, usually a few" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time exposure",1,1,1 ], "seconds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time exposure",1,1,2 ], "a photograph produced by such an exposure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time immemorial",1,1,1 ], "the distant past beyond memory or record" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time immemorial",1,1,2 ], "Richard I (1189)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time immemorial",1,1,2 ], "time beyond legal memory, fixed by English statute as before the reign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time loan",1,1,1 ], "a loan repayable before or at a specified future date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time machine",1,1,1 ], "(in science fiction) a machine in which people or objects can be transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time machine",1,1,1 ], "into the past or the future" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time series",1,1,1 ], "a series of values of a variable taken in successive periods of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time sharing",1,1,1,1 ], "a system by which users at different terminals of a computer can, due to its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time sharing",1,1,1,1 ], "high speed, apparently communicate with it at the same time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time sharing",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time sheet",1,1,1 ], "a card on which are recorded the hours spent working by an employee or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time sheet",1,1,1 ], "employees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time signal",1,1,1 ], "an announcement of the correct time, esp| on radio or television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time signature",1,1,1 ], "a sign usually consisting of two figures, one above the other, the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time signature",1,1,1 ], "each beat| This sign is placed after the key signature at the outset of a piece or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "time signature",1,1,1 ], "figure representing the number of beats per bar and the lower one the time value of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time signature",1,1,1 ], "section of a piece" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "time study",1,1,1 ], "short for time and motion study" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time trial",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in cycling) a race in which the competitors compete against the clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time trial",1,1,1 ], "over a specified course" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time value",1,1,1 ], "or section and considered in relation to the basic tempo| Often shortened to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time value",1,1,1 ], "the duration of a given printed note relative to other notes in a composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time value",1,1,1 ], "time" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "time zone",1,1,1 ], "a region throughout which the same standard time is used| There are 24 time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time zone",1,1,1 ], "hour apart" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "time zone",1,1,1 ], "zones in the world, demarcated approximately by meridians at 15 degrees intervals, an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"potentiality in the future, through the present, to a state of finality in the past",2). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 1, 1],"the continuous passage of existence in which events pass from a state of",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 1, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 10],"the duration of human existence",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 11],"the heyday of human life",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 12],"a suitable period or moment",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 13],"the expected interval in which something is done",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 14],"a particularly important moment, esp| childbirth or death",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 15],"indicating a degree or amount calculated by multiplication with the number",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 15],"specified",2). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 16],"one's time, behind the times)",2). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 16],"the fashions, thought, etc|, of the present age (esp| in the phrases ahead of",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 17],"(in bars, pubs, etc|) short for closing time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 18, 1],"a customary or full period of work",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 18, 2],"the rate of pay for this period",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 18],"a term in jail (esp| in the phrase do time)",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 19, 1],"the system of combining beats or pulses in music into successive groupings by",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 19, 1],"which the rhythm of the music is established",2). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 19, 2],"a specific system having a specific number of beats in each grouping or bar",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 20],"short for time value",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 21],"a unit of duration used in the measurement of poetic metre; mora",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 22],"against time| in an effort to complete something in a limited period",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 23],"ahead of time| before the deadline",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 24],"all in good time| in due course",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 25],"all the time| continuously",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 26, 1],"once; formerly",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 26, 2],"simultaneously",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 26],"at one time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 27, 1],"simultaneously",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 27, 2],"nevertheless; however",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 27],"at the same time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 28],"at times| sometimes",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 29],"beat time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 2],"a quantity measuring duration, usually with reference to a periodic process",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 2],"coordinates, to specify an event",7). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 2],"emitted from certain atoms (see caesium clock, second%2 #5(sense 1))| In classical",3). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 2],"mechanics, time is absolute in the sense that the time of an event is independent of the",4). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 2],"observer| According to the theory of relativity it depends on the observer's frame of",5). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 2],"reference| Time is considered as a fourth coordinate required, along with three spatial",6). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 2],"such as the rotation of the earth or the vibration of electromagnetic radiation",2). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 30],"(of a conductor, etc|) to indicate the tempo or pulse of a piece of music by",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 30],"waving a baton or a hand, tapping out the beats, etc",2). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 31],"before one's time| prematurely",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 32],"for the time being| for the moment; temporarily",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 33],"from time to time| at intervals; occasionally",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 34],"gain time| (of a timepiece) to operate too fast",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 35],"have no time for| to have no patience with; not tolerate",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 36, 1],"early",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 36, 2],"quickly",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 36],"in good time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 37],"in no time| very quickly; almost instantaneously",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 38, 1],"outside paid working hours",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 38, 2],"at one's own rate",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 38],"in one's own time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 39, 1],"early or at the appointed time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 39, 2],"at a correct metrical or rhythmical pulse",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 39],"in time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 3],"a specific point on this continuum expressed in terms of hours and minutes",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"a definite and measurable portion of this continuum",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 4, 1],"an accepted period such as a day, season, etc",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"as modifier",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 4, 2],"springtime",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 40],"keep time| to observe correctly the accent or rhythmical pulse",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 4],"a system of reckoning for expressing time",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 5],"an unspecified interval; a while",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 6],"a period or point marked by specific attributes or events",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 7],"a sufficient interval or period",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 8],"an instance or occasion",1). c_DEF([ "time" ,1, 1, 9],"an occasion or period of specified quality",1). c_DEF([ "time-consuming",1,1,1 ], "taking up or involving a great deal of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time-honoured",1,1,1 ], "having been observed for a long time and sanctioned by custom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time-lag",1,1,1 ], "an interval between two connected events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time-lapse photography",1,1,1 ], "flower, by taking a large number of photographs on a strip of film at regular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time-lapse photography",1,1,1 ], "intervals| The film is then projected at normal speed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "time-lapse photography",1,1,1 ], "the technique of recording a very slow process, such as the withering of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time-out",1,1,1 ], "an interruption in play during which players rest, discuss tactics, or make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "time-out",1,1,1 ], "substitutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "time-out",1,1,2 ], "a break taken during working hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timecard",1,1,1 ], "a card used with a time clock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timekeeper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that keeps or records time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timekeeper",1,1,2 ], "an employee who maintains a record of the hours worked by the other employees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timekeeper",1,1,3 ], "a device for indicating time; timepiece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeless",1,1,1 ], "unaffected or unchanged by time; ageless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeless",1,1,2 ], "eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeless",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for untimely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timely",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timely",1,2,1 ], "at the right or an opportune or appropriate time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timely",1,2,2 ], "an archaic word for early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeous",1,1,1 ], "sufficiently early" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timepiece",1,1,1 ], "and indicate time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timepiece",1,1,1 ], "any of various devices, such as a clock, watch, or chronometer, which measure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timepiece",1,1,2 ], "a device which indicates the time but does not strike or otherwise audibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timepiece",1,1,2 ], "mark the hours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timer",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring, recording, or indicating time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timer",1,1,2 ], "a switch or regulator that causes a mechanism to operate at a specific time or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timer",1,1,2 ], "at predetermined intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timer",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timesaving",1,1,1 ], "shortening the length of time required for an operation, activity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeserver",1,1,1 ], "a person who compromises and changes his opinions, way of life, etc|, to suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeserver",1,1,1 ], "the current fashions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timetable",1,1,1 ], "a list or table of events arranged according to the time when they take place;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timetable",1,1,1 ], "schedule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timework",1,1,1 ], "work paid for by the length of time taken, esp| by the hour or the day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeworn",1,1,1 ], "showing the adverse effects of overlong use or of old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timeworn",1,1,2 ], "hackneyed; trite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timid",1,1,1 ], "easily frightened or upset, esp| by human contact; shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timid",1,1,2 ], "indicating shyness or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timing",1,1,1 ], "produce the best effect, as in music, the theatre, sport, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timing",1,1,1 ], "the process or art of regulating actions or remarks in relation to others to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timocracy",1,1,1 ], "a political unit or system in which possession of property serves as the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timocracy",1,1,1 ], "requirement for participation in government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timocracy",1,1,2 ], "a political unit or system in which love of honour is deemed the guiding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timocracy",1,1,2 ], "principle of government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timorous",1,1,1 ], "fearful or timid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timorous",1,1,2 ], "indicating fear or timidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timothy grass",1,1,1 ], "a perennial grass, Phleum pratense, of temperate regions, having erect stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timothy grass",1,1,1 ], "stems and cylindrical flower spikes: grown for hay and pasture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "timpani",1,1,1 ], "a set of kettledrums, two or more in number|Often shortened to timps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "timpani",1,1,2 ], "(informal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin can",1,1,1 ], "a metal food container, esp| when empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin god",1,1,1 ], "a self-important dictatorial person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin god",1,1,2 ], "a person erroneously regarded as holy or venerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin hat",1,1,1 ], "a steel helmet worn by military personnel for protection against small metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin hat",1,1,1 ], "fragments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tin lizzie",1,1,1 ], "an old or decrepit car; jalopy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin soldier",1,1,1 ], "a miniature toy soldier, usually made of lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin soldier",1,1,2 ], "a person who enjoys playing at being a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin whistle",1,1,1 ], "another name for penny whistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tin-opener",1,1,1 ], "a small tool for opening tins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinamou",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the order Tinamiformes of Central and South America, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinamou",1,1,1 ], "wings, a heavy body, and an inconspicuous plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tincal",1,1,1 ], "another name for borax (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinct",1,2,1 ], "an obsolete word for tint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinct",1,3,1 ], "tinted or coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinctorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to colouring, staining, or dyeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinctorial",1,1,2 ], "imbuing with colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tincture",1,1,1 ], "a medicinal extract in a solution of alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tincture",1,1,2 ], "a tint, colour, or tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tincture",1,1,3 ], "a slight flavour, aroma, or trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tincture",1,1,4 ], "any one of the colours or either of the metals used on heraldic arms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tincture",1,1,5 ], "a dye or pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tincture",1,2,1 ], "to give a tint or colour to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinct|",1,1,1 ], "tincture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinder",1,1,1 ], "dry wood or other easily combustible material used for lighting a fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinder",1,1,2 ], "anything inflammatory or dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinderbox",1,1,1 ], "a box used formerly for holding tinder, esp| one fitted with a flint and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinderbox",1,1,1 ], "steel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tinderbox",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is particularly touchy or explosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tine",1,1,1 ], "a slender prong, esp| of a fork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tine",1,1,2 ], "any of the sharp terminal branches of a deer's antler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinea",1,1,1 ], "any fungal skin disease, esp| ringworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tineid",1,1,1 ], "any moth of the family Tineidae, which includes the clothes moths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tineid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Tineidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinfoil",1,1,1 ], "thin foil made of tin or an alloy of tin and lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinfoil",1,1,2 ], "thin foil made of aluminium; used for wrapping foodstuffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ting",1,1,1 ], "a high metallic sound such as that made by a small bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ting",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ting",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of thing'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ting-a-ling",1,1,1 ], "the sound of a small bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tingle",1,1,1 ], "flesh, as from a cold plunge or electric shock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tingle",1,1,1 ], "to feel or cause to feel a prickling, itching, or stinging sensation of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tingle",1,2,1 ], "a sensation of tingling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tingle",1,2,2 ], "a tinkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinhorn",1,1,1 ], "a cheap pretentious person, esp| a gambler with extravagant claims" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinhorn",1,2,1 ], "cheap and showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a travelling mender of pots and pans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,1,2 ], "a clumsy worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,1,3 ], "a person who enjoys playing with mechanical things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,1,4 ], "Atlantic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,1,4 ], "any of several small mackerels that occur off the North American coast of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,2,1 ], "repairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,2,1 ], "to play, fiddle, or meddle (with machinery, etc|), esp| while undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinker",1,2,2 ], "to mend (pots and pans) as a tinker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinker's damn",1,1,1 ], "the slightest heed (esp| in the phrase not give a tinker's damn or cuss)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinkle",1,1,1 ], "bell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tinkle",1,1,1 ], "to ring or cause to ring with a series of high tinny sounds, like a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinkle",1,2,1 ], "to announce or summon by such a ringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinkle",1,3,1 ], "to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinkle",1,4,1 ], "a high clear ringing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinkle",1,4,2 ], "the act of tinkling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinkle",1,4,3 ], "a telephone call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinned dog",1,1,1 ], "tinned meat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinned",1,1,1 ], "plated, coated, or treated with tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinned",1,1,2 ], "preserved or stored in airtight tins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinned",1,1,3 ], "coated with a layer of solder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinnitus",1,1,1 ], "a ringing, hissing, or booming sensation in one or both ears, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinnitus",1,1,1 ], "infection of the middle or inner ear, a side effect of certain drugs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tinny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinny",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinny",1,1,3 ], "cheap, badly made, or shoddy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinny",1,1,4 ], "(of a sound) high, thin, and metallic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinny",1,1,5 ], "(of food or drink) flavoured with metal, as from a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinny",1,1,6 ], "lucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinny",1,2,1 ], "a can of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinpot",1,1,1 ], "inferior, cheap, or worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinsmith",1,1,1 ], "a person who works with tin or tin plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinstone",1,1,1 ], "another name for cassiterite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint tool",1,1,1 ], "a kind of burin used in wood-engraving for carving lines of even thickness, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint tool",1,1,1 ], "in hatching" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,1,1 ], "a shade of a colour, esp| a pale one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,1,2 ], "a colour that is softened or desaturated by the addition of white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,1,3 ], "a tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,1,4 ], "a semi-permanent dye for the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,1,5 ], "a trace or hint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,1,6 ], "uniform shading, produced esp| by hatching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,1,7 ], "a panel of colour serving as a background to letters or other matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,2,1 ], "to colour or tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,3,1 ], "to change or influence slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tint",1,4,1 ], "to acquire a tint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tintinnabulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of the ringing or pealing of bells" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tintinnabulum",1,1,1 ], "a small high-pitched bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tintometer",1,1,1 ], "another name for colorimeter (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tintype",1,1,1 ], "another name for ferrotype 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinware",1,1,1 ], "objects made of tin plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinwork",1,1,1 ], "objects made of tin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tinworks",1,1,1 ], "a place where tin is mined, smelted, or rolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiny",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiny",1,1,2 ], "very small; minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip and run",1,1,1 ], "a form of cricket in which the batsman must run if his bat touches the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip and run",1,2,1 ], "tip-and-run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip and run",1,2,2 ], "characterized by a rapid departure immediately after striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip truck",1,1,1 ], "another name for tipper truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",2,1,1 ], "to tilt or cause to tilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",2,2,1 ], "to tilt or cause to tilt, so as to overturn or fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",2,2,2 ], "to dump (rubbish, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",2,2,3 ], "tip one's hat| to take off, raise, or touch one's hat in salutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",2,3,1 ], "the act of tipping or the state of being tipped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",2,3,2 ], "a dump for refuse, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",4,1,1 ], "(tr|) to hit or strike lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",4,1,2 ], "to hit (a ball) indirectly so that it glances off the bat in cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",4,2,1 ], "a light blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tip",4,2,2 ], "a glancing hit in cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipcat",1,1,1 ], "a game in which a short sharp-ended piece of wood (the cat) is tipped in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipcat",1,1,1 ], "air with a stick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tipi",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tepee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipper truck",1,1,1 ], "a truck or lorry the rear platform of which can be pneumatically raised at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipper truck",1,1,1 ], "front end to enable the load to be discharged by gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tipper",1,1,1 ], "a person who gives or leaves a tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipper",1,1,2 ], "short for tipper truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tippet",1,1,1 ], "a woman's fur cape for the shoulders, often consisting of the whole fur of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tippet",1,1,1 ], "fox, marten, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tippet",1,1,2 ], "the long stole of Anglican clergy worn during a service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tippet",1,1,3 ], "a long streamer-like part to a sleeve, hood, etc|, esp| in the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipple",1,1,1 ], "to make a habit of taking (alcoholic drink), esp| in small quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipple",1,2,1 ], "alcoholic drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipple",2,1,1 ], "a device for overturning ore trucks, mine cars, etc|, so that they discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipple",2,1,1 ], "their load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tipple",2,1,2 ], "a place at which such trucks are tipped and unloaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipple",2,2,1 ], "to fall or cause to fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tippler",1,1,1 ], "a variety of domestic pigeon bred mainly for flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tippler",1,1,2 ], "Usual name: show tippler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tippler",1,1,2 ], "a domestic fancy pigeon of a smaller rounder type kept mainly for exhibition|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipstaff",1,1,1 ], "a court official having miscellaneous duties, mostly concerned with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipstaff",1,1,1 ], "maintenance of order in court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tipstaff",1,1,2 ], "a metal-tipped staff formerly used as a symbol of office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipster",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells tips on horse racing, the stock market, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipsy cake",1,1,1 ], "a kind of trifle made from a sponge cake soaked with white wine or sherry and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipsy cake",1,1,1 ], "decorated with almonds and crystallized fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tipsy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipsy",1,1,2 ], "slightly drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tipsy",1,1,3 ], "slightly tilted or tipped; askew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to walk with the heels off the ground and the weight supported by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,1,1 ], "ball of the foot and the toes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,1,2 ], "to walk silently or stealthily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,2,1 ], "on tiptoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,2,1,1 ], "on the tips of the toes or on the ball of the foot and the toes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,2,1,2 ], "eagerly anticipating something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,2,1,3 ], "stealthily or silently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,3,1 ], "on tiptoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,4,1 ], "walking or standing on tiptoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptoe",1,4,2 ], "stealthy or silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptop",1,2,1 ], "at the highest point of health, excellence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptop",1,2,2 ], "at the topmost point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptop",1,3,1 ], "the best in quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiptop",1,3,2 ], "the topmost point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tirade",1,1,1 ], "a long angry speech or denunciation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tirade",1,1,2 ], "a speech or passage dealing with a single theme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tire",1,1,1 ], "to reduce the energy of, esp| by exertion; weary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tire",1,2,1 ], "to reduce the tolerance of; bore or irritate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tire",1,3,1 ], "to become wearied or bored; flag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tire",2,2,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of tyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tire",3,2,1 ], "an archaic word for attire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tireless",1,1,1 ], "unable to be tired; indefatigable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiresome",1,1,1 ], "boring and irritating; irksome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tirewoman",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete term for lady's maid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiring room",1,1,1 ], "a dressing room in a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tiro",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tyro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tisane",1,1,1 ], "an infusion of dried or fresh leaves or flowers, as camomile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue culture",1,1,1 ], "medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tissue culture",1,1,1 ], "the growth of small pieces of animal or plant tissue in a sterile controlled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue culture",1,1,2 ], "the tissue produced as a result of this process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue paper",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tissue paper",1,1,1 ], "very thin soft delicate paper used to wrap breakable goods, as decoration," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,1,1 ], "a part of an organism consisting of a large number of cells having a similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,1,1 ], "structure and function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,1,2 ], "a thin piece of soft absorbent paper, usually of two or more layers, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,1,2 ], "disposable handkerchief, towel, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,1,3 ], "an interwoven series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,1,4 ], "a woven cloth, esp| of a light gauzy nature, originally interwoven with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,1,4 ], "threads of gold or silver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,2,1 ], "to weave into tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tissue",1,2,2 ], "to decorate or clothe with tissue or tissue paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit for tat",1,1,1 ], "an equivalent given in return or retaliation; blow for blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit",1,1,1 ], "(titmice), esp| those of the genus Parus (bluetit, great tit, etc|)| They have a short" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tit",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small active Old World songbirds of the family Paridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit",1,1,1 ], "bill and feed on insects and seeds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tit",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar small birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit",1,1,3 ], "a worthless or worn-out horse; nag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit",2,1,1 ], "a female breast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit",2,1,2 ], "a teat or nipple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit",2,1,3 ], "a girl or young woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tit",2,1,4 ], "a despicable or unpleasant person: often used as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titan",1,1,1 ], "a person of great strength or size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of titanic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titania",1,1,1 ], "another name for titanium dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of various white substances regarded as hydrated forms of titanium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanic acid",1,1,1 ], "dioxide, typical formulas being H4TiO4 and H2TiO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titanic oxide",1,1,1 ], "another name for titanium dioxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing titanium, esp| in the tetravalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanic",2,1,1 ], "huge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titaniferous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing titanium; bearing titanium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanite",1,1,1 ], "another name for sphene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanium dioxide",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble powder occurring naturally as rutile and used chiefly as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanium dioxide",1,1,1 ], "pigment of high covering power and durability| Formula: TiO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titanium",1,1,1 ], "3620 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "titanium",1,1,1 ], "a strong malleable white metallic element, which is very corrosion-resistant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanium",1,1,1 ], "and occurs in rutile and ilmenite| It is used in the manufacture of strong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titanium",1,1,1 ], "lightweight alloys, esp| aircraft parts| Symbol: Ti; atomic no|: 22; atomic wt|: 47|90;" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "titanium",1,1,1 ], "valency: 2, 3, or 4; relative density: 4|54; melting pt|: 1675 degrees C; boiling pt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "titanosaur",1,1,1 ], "any of various herbivorous quadrupedal dinosaurs of the family Titanosauridae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanosaur",1,1,1 ], "of Jurassic and Cretaceous times: suborder Sauropoda (sauropods)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titanothere",1,1,1 ], "Menodus, Brontotherium, etc|, that lived in Eocene and Oligocene times in North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titanothere",1,1,1 ], "any of various very large horse-like perissodactyl mammals of the genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titanous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing titanium, esp| in the trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titbit",1,1,1 ], "a tasty small piece of food; dainty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titbit",1,1,2 ], "a pleasing scrap of anything, such as scandal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titer",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of titre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titfer",1,1,1 ], "a hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithable",1,1,1 ], "(until 1936) liable to pay tithes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithable",1,1,2 ], "(of property, etc|) subject to the payment of tithes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,1,1 ], "a tenth part of agricultural or other produce, personal income, or profits," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,1,1 ], "charitable purposes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,1,1 ], "contributed either voluntarily or as a tax for the support of the church or clergy or for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,1,2 ], "any levy, esp| of one tenth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,1,3 ], "a tenth or very small part of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,2,1,1 ], "to exact or demand a tithe or tithes from (an individual or group)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,2,1,2 ], "to levy a tithe upon (a crop or amount of produce, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithe",1,3,1 ], "to pay a tithe or tithes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithing",1,1,1,1 ], "a tithe; tenth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithing",1,1,1,2 ], "the exacting or paying of tithes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithing",1,1,2 ], "a company of ten householders in the system of frankpledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tithing",1,1,3 ], "a rural division, originally regarded as a tenth of a hundred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titi",1,1,1 ], "South America, having long beautifully coloured fur and a long nonprehensile tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titi",1,1,1 ], "any of several small omnivorous New World monkeys of the genus Callicebus, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titi",2,1,1 ], "any of various evergreen shrubs or small trees of the family Cyrillaceae of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titi",2,1,1 ], "or pinkish fragrant flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "titi",2,1,1 ], "the southern U|S|, esp| the leatherwood and Cliftonia monophyllia, which has white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titillate",1,1,1 ], "to arouse, tease, interest, or excite pleasurably and often superficially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titillate",1,1,2 ], "to cause a tickling or tingling sensation in, esp| by touching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titivate",1,1,1 ], "to smarten up (oneself or another), including making up, doing the hair, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titivate",1,1,2 ], "to smarten up (a thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titivate",1,1,3 ], "another word for titillate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titlark",1,1,1 ], "another name for pipit, esp| the meadow pipit (Anthus pratensis)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title deed",1,1,1 ], "a deed or document evidencing a person's legal right or title to property," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title deed",1,1,1 ], "esp| real property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "title page",1,1,1 ], "date of publication, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "title page",1,1,1 ], "the page in a book that bears the title, author's name, publisher's imprint," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title role",1,1,1 ], "the role of the character after whom a play, etc|, is named" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,1 ], "the distinctive name of a work of art, musical or literary composition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,2 ], "a descriptive name, caption, or heading of a section of a book, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,3 ], "a name or epithet signifying rank, office, or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,4 ], "a formal designation, such as Mr|, Mrs|, or Miss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,5 ], "an appellation designating nobility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,5,1 ], "short for subtitle (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,5,2 ], "written material giving credits in a film or television programme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6 ], "a championship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6,1 ], "any customary or established right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6,1 ], "the heading or a division of a statute, book of law, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6,1 ], "the legal right to possession of property, esp| real property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6,2 ], "a claim based on such a right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6,2 ], "the basis of such right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6,2 ], "the heading of a suit or action at law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,6,3 ], "the documentary evidence of such right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,7 ], "a definite spiritual charge or office in the church, without appointment to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,7 ], "which a candidate for holy orders cannot lawfully be ordained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,1,8 ], "a titular church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "title",1,2,1 ], "to give a title to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titled",1,1,1 ], "having a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titleholder",1,1,1 ], "a person who holds a title, esp| a sporting championship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titman",1,1,1 ], "(of pigs) the runt of a litter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titmouse",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|) any small active songbird of the family Paridae, esp| those of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titmouse",1,1,1 ], "the genus Parus (see tit%1)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titrant",1,1,1 ], "quantity of another solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titrant",1,1,1 ], "the solution in a titration that is added from a burette to a measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titrate",1,1,1 ], "to measure the volume or concentration of (a solution) by titration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titration",1,1,1 ], "an operation, used in volumetric analysis, in which a measured amount of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titration",1,1,1 ], "can be calculated" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "titration",1,1,1 ], "solution is added to a known quantity of another solution until the reaction between the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titration",1,1,1 ], "two is complete| If the concentration of one solution is known, that of the other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "titre",1,1,1,1 ], "the concentration of a solution as determined by titration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titre",1,1,1,2 ], "the minimum quantity of a solution required to complete a reaction in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titre",1,1,1,2 ], "titration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titre",1,1,2 ], "the quantity of antibody present in an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titter",1,1,1 ], "to snigger, esp| derisively or in a suppressed way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titter",1,2,1 ], "to express by tittering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titter",1,3,1 ], "a suppressed laugh, chuckle, or snigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittivate",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of titivate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittle",1,1,1 ], "a small mark in printing or writing, esp| a diacritic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittle",1,1,2 ], "a jot; particle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittle-tattle",1,1,1 ], "idle chat or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittle-tattle",1,2,1 ], "to chatter or gossip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittup",1,1,1 ], "to prance or frolic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittup",1,2,1 ], "a caper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tittup",1,2,2 ], "the sound made by high-heeled shoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titubation",1,1,1 ], "a disordered gait characterized by stumbling or staggering, often caused by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "titubation",1,1,1 ], "lesion of the cerebellum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "titubation",1,1,2 ], "stuttering or stammering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tizzy",1,1,1 ], "a state of confusion, anxiety, or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tmesis",1,1,1 ], "interpolation of a word or group of words between the parts of a compound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tmesis",1,1,1 ], "word" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tng|",1,1,1 ], "training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to and fro",1,1,1 ], "to-and-fro," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to and fro",1,2,1 ], "back and forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to and fro",1,2,2 ], "here and there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,1 ], "used to indicate the destination of the subject or object of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,10 ], "used to indicate a resulting condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,11 ], "a dialect word for at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,2 ], "used to mark the indirect object of a verb in a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,3 ], "used to mark the infinitive of a verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,4 ], "as far as; until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,5 ], "used to indicate equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,6 ], "against; upon; onto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,7 ], "before the hour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,8 ], "accompanied by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,1,9 ], "as compared with, as against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to",1,2,1 ], "towards a fixed position, esp| (of a door) closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to-do",1,1,1 ], "a commotion, fuss, or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to-name",1,1,1 ], "a by-name or nickname used to distinguish one person from others of the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "to-name",1,1,1 ], "name" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toad spit",1,1,1 ], "another name for cuckoo spit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toad",1,1,1 ], "any anuran amphibian of the class Bufonidae, such as Bufo bufo of Europe| They" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toad",1,1,1 ], "are similar to frogs but are more terrestrial, having a drier warty skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toad",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar amphibians of different families" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toad",1,1,3 ], "a loathsome person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toad-in-the-hole",1,1,1 ], "a dish made of sausages baked in a batter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toadeater",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for toady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toadfish",1,1,1 ], "any spiny-finned bottom-dwelling marine fish of the family Batrachoididae, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toadfish",1,1,1 ], "tropical and temperate seas, having a flattened tapering body and a wide mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toadflax",1,1,1 ], "any of various scrophulariaceous plants of the genus Linaria, esp| L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toadflax",1,1,1 ], "vulgaris, having narrow leaves and spurred two-lipped yellow-orange flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toadstone",1,1,1 ], "an amygdaloidal basalt occurring in the limestone regions of Derbyshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toadstool",1,1,1 ], "any basidiomycetous fungus with a capped spore-producing body that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toadstool",1,1,1 ], "poisonous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toadstool",1,1,2 ], "(sense 1a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toast",1,1,1 ], "or in a toaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toast",1,1,1 ], "sliced bread browned by exposure to heat, usually under a grill, over a fire," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toast",1,2,1 ], "to brown under a grill or over a fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toast",1,2,2 ], "to warm or be warmed in a similar manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toast",2,1,1 ], "a company of people and marked by raising glasses and drinking together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toast",2,1,1 ], "a tribute or proposal of health, success, etc|, given to a person or thing by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toast",2,1,2 ], "a person or thing honoured by such a tribute or proposal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toast",2,1,3 ], "(esp| formerly) an attractive woman to whom such tributes are frequently made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toast",2,2,1 ], "to propose or drink a toast to (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toaster",1,1,1 ], "a device for toasting bread, usually electric, and often equipped with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toaster",1,1,1 ], "automatic timer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toastmaster",1,1,1 ], "a person who introduces after-dinner speakers, proposes or announces toasts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toastmaster",1,1,1 ], "etc|, at public or formal dinners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco mosaic virus",1,1,1 ], "discovery in 1892 provided the first evidence of the existence of viruses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco mosaic virus",1,1,1 ], "the virus that causes mosaic disease in tobacco and related plants: its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous solanaceous plants of the genus Nicotiana, having mildly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco",1,1,1 ], "flowers| The species" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco",1,1,1 ], "narcotic properties, tapering hairy leaves, and tubular or funnel-shaped fragrant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco",1,2,1 ], "tabacum is cultivated as the chief source of commercial tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco",1,2,2 ], "or smoking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tobacco",1,2,2 ], "the leaves of certain of these plants dried and prepared for snuff, chewing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tobacconist",1,1,1 ], "a person or shop that sells tobacco, cigarettes, pipes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toboggan",1,1,1 ], "a light wooden frame on runners used for sliding over snow and ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toboggan",1,1,2 ], "a long narrow sledge made of a thin board curved upwards and backwards at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toboggan",1,1,2 ], "front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toboggan",1,2,1 ], "to ride on a toboggan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toby jug",1,1,1 ], "a beer mug or jug typically in the form of a stout seated man wearing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toby jug",1,1,1 ], "three-cornered hat and smoking a pipe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toccata",1,1,1 ], "a rapid keyboard composition for organ, harpsichord, etc|, dating from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toccata",1,1,1 ], "baroque period, usually in a rhythmically free style" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tocology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with childbirth; obstetrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tocopherol",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of fat-soluble alcohols that occur in wheat-germ oil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tocopherol",1,1,1 ], "reproduction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tocopherol",1,1,1 ], "watercress, lettuce, egg yolk, etc| They are thought to be necessary for healthy human" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tocsin",1,1,1 ], "an alarm or warning signal, esp| one sounded on a bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tocsin",1,1,2 ], "an alarm bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tod",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight, used for wool, etc|, usually equal to 28 pounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tod",2,1,1 ], "Brit| slang| on one's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tod",3,1,1 ], "a northern Brit| dialect word for a fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "today",1,1,1 ], "this day, as distinct from yesterday or tomorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "today",1,1,2 ], "the present age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "today",1,2,1 ], "during or on this day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "today",1,2,2 ], "nowadays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddle",1,1,1 ], "to walk with short unsteady steps, as a child does when learning to walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddle",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddle",1,1,3 ], "| to depart|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddle",1,1,4 ], "(foll| by round, over, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddle",1,1,5 ], "| to stroll; amble|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddle",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of toddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddler",1,1,1 ], "a young child, usually one between the ages of one and two and a half" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddler",1,1,2 ], "designed or suitable for a toddler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddy",1,1,1 ], "any hot sweet drink made with whisky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddy",1,1,1,1 ], "the sap of various palm trees (toddy or wine palms), used as a beverage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddy",1,1,1,2 ], "the liquor prepared from this sap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddy",1,1,2 ], "(in Malaysia) a milky-white sour alcoholic drink made from fermented coconut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toddy",1,1,2 ], "milk, drunk chiefly by Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tody",1,1,1 ], "any small bird of the family Todidae of the West Indies, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tody",1,1,1 ], "red-and-green plumage and long straight bill: order Coraciiformes (kingfishers, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toe and heel",1,1,1 ], "a technique used by racing drivers while changing gear on sharp bends, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toe and heel",1,1,1 ], "toe) simultaneously operates the accelerator" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "toe and heel",1,1,1 ], "which the brake is operated by the toe (or heel) of the right foot while the heel (or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toe crack",1,1,1 ], "a sand crack occurring on the forepart of the hindfoot of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toe-in",1,1,1 ], "a slight forward convergence given to the wheels of motor vehicles to improve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toe-in",1,1,1 ], "steering and equalize tyre wear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toea",1,1,1 ], "a monetary unit of Papua New Guinea; one-hundredth of a kina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toecap",1,1,1 ], "a reinforced covering for the toe of a boot or shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toed",1,1,1 ], "having a part resembling a toe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toed",1,1,2 ], "(of a vertical or oblique member of a timber frame) fixed by nails driven in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toed",1,1,2 ], "at the foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toed",1,1,3 ], "having a toe or toes as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toehold",1,1,1 ], "a small foothold to facilitate climbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toehold",1,1,2 ], "any means of gaining access, support, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toehold",1,1,3 ], "a wrestling hold in which the opponent's toe is held and his leg twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toehold",1,1,3 ], "against the joints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toenail",1,1,1 ], "a thin horny translucent plate covering part of the dorsal surface of the end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toenail",1,1,1 ], "joint of each toe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toenail",1,1,2 ], "a nail driven obliquely, as in joining one beam at right angles to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toenail",1,1,3 ], "a parenthesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toenail",1,2,1 ], "to join (beams) by driving nails obliquely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toey",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) nervous or anxious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toey",1,1,2 ], "(of a horse) eager to race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toff",1,1,1 ], "a rich, well-dressed, or upper-class person, esp| a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toffee",1,1,1 ], "a sweet made from sugar or treacle boiled with butter, nuts, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toffee",1,1,2 ], "for toffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toffee",1,1,3 ], "(preceded by can''t)Informal| to be incompetent at a specified activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toffee-apple",1,1,1 ], "an apple fixed on a stick and coated with a thin layer of toffee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toffee-nosed",1,1,1 ], "pretentious or supercilious; used esp| of snobbish people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toft",1,1,1 ], "a homestead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toft",1,1,2 ], "an entire holding, consisting of a homestead and the attached arable land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toga virilis",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) the toga assumed by a youth at the age of 14 as a symbol of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toga virilis",1,1,1 ], "manhood and citizenship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toga",1,1,1 ], "a garment worn by citizens of ancient Rome, consisting of a piece of cloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toga",1,1,1 ], "draped around the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toga",1,1,2 ], "the official vestment of certain offices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,1 ], "with cooperation and interchange between constituent elements, members, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,10 ], "together with| in addition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,2 ], "in or into contact or union with each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,3 ], "in or into one place or assembly; with each other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,4 ], "at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,5 ], "considered collectively or jointly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,6 ], "continuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,7 ], "closely, cohesively, or compactly united or held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,8 ], "mutually or reciprocally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "together",1,1,9 ], "organized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "togetherness",1,1,1 ], "a feeling of closeness or affection from being united with other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggery",1,1,1 ], "clothes; togs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle iron",1,1,1 ], "a whaling harpoon with a pivoting barb near its head to prevent a harpooned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle iron",1,1,1 ], "whale pulling free" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toggle joint",1,1,1 ], "a device consisting of two arms pivoted at a common joint and at their outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle joint",1,1,1 ], "ends and used to apply pressure by straightening the angle between the two arms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toggle switch",1,1,1 ], "an electric switch having a projecting lever that is manipulated in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle switch",1,1,1 ], "particular way to open or close a circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toggle",1,1,1 ], "a wooden peg or metal rod fixed crosswise through an eye at the end of a rope," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle",1,1,1 ], "chain, or cable, for fastening temporarily by insertion through an eye in another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toggle",1,1,1 ], "rope, chain, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "toggle",1,1,2 ], "a wooden or plastic bar-shaped button inserted through a loop for fastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle",1,1,3 ], "a pin inserted into a nautical knot to keep it secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle",1,1,4 ], "a toggle joint or a device having such a joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toggle",1,2,1 ], "to supply or fasten with a toggle or toggles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toheroa",1,1,1 ], "a bivalve mollusc, Amphidesma (or Semele)ventricosum, of New Zealand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toheroa",1,1,2 ], "a greenish soup made of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toil",1,1,1 ], "hard or exhausting work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toil",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for strife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toil",1,2,1 ], "to labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toil",1,3,1 ], "to progress with slow painful movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toil",1,4,1 ], "to achieve by toil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toil",2,1,1 ], "a net or snare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toil",2,1,2 ], "a trap for wild beasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toile",1,1,1 ], "a transparent linen or cotton fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toile",1,1,2 ], "a garment of exclusive design made up in cheap cloth so that alterations and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toile",1,1,2 ], "experiments can be made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toilet paper",1,1,1 ], "roll), used for cleaning oneself after defecation or urination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toilet paper",1,1,1 ], "thin absorbent paper, often wound in a roll round a cardboard cylinder (toilet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilet set",1,1,1 ], "a matching set consisting of a hairbrush, comb, mirror, and clothes brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilet water",1,1,1 ], "a form of liquid perfume lighter than cologne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilet",1,1,1 ], "another word for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilet",1,1,2 ], "the act of dressing and preparing oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilet",1,1,3 ], "a dressing table or the articles used when making one's toilet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilet",1,1,4 ], "costume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilet",1,1,5 ], "the cleansing of a wound, etc|, after an operation or childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toiletry",1,1,1 ], "an object or cosmetic used in making up, dressing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilette",1,1,1 ], "another word for toilet ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toilsome",1,1,1 ], "laborious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tokay",1,1,1 ], "a small gecko, Gekko gecko, of S and SE Asia, having a retractile claw at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tokay",1,1,1 ], "tip of each digit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "token money",1,1,1 ], "coins of the regular issue having greater face value than the value of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token money",1,1,1 ], "metal content" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "token payment",1,1,1 ], "a small payment made in acknowledgment of the existence of debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token strike",1,1,1 ], "a brief strike intended to convey strength of feeling on a disputed issue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token vote",1,1,1 ], "a Parliamentary vote of money in which the amount quoted to aid discussion is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token vote",1,1,1 ], "not intended to be binding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,1 ], "an indication, warning, or sign of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,2 ], "a symbol or visible representation of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,3 ], "something that indicates authority, proof, or authenticity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,4 ], "a metal or plastic disc, such as a substitute for currency for use in slot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,4 ], "machines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,5 ], "a memento" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,6 ], "a gift voucher that can be used as payment for goods of a specified value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,1,7 ], "as a matter of form only; nominal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "token",1,2,1 ], "to act or serve as a warning or symbol of; betoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tokenism",1,1,1 ], "esp| in order to comply with a law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tokenism",1,1,1 ], "the practice of making only a token effort or doing no more than the minimum," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tokoloshe",1,1,1 ], "(in Bantu folklore) a malevolent mythical manlike animal of short stature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tola",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight, used in India, equal to 180 ser or 180 grains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolan",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline derivative of acetylene; diphenylacetylene;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolan",1,1,1 ], "diphenylethyne| Formula: C6H5CCC6H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tolbooth",1,1,1 ], "a town hall or guildhall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolbooth",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of tollbooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolbutamide",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic crystalline compound administered orally in the treatment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolbutamide",1,1,1 ], "diabetes to lower blood glucose levels| Formula: C12H18N2O3S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "told",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of tell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tole",1,1,1 ], "century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tole",1,1,1 ], "enamelled or lacquered metal ware, usually gilded, popular in the 18th" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerable",1,1,1 ], "able to be tolerated; endurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerable",1,1,2 ], "permissible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerable",1,1,3 ], "fairly good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerance",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being tolerant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerance",1,1,2 ], "capacity to endure something, esp| pain or hardship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerance",1,1,3 ], "object or workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tolerance",1,1,3 ], "the permitted variation in some measurement or other characteristic of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerance",1,1,4 ], "substance, esp| when taken over a prolonged period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tolerance",1,1,4 ], "the capacity of an organism to endure the effects of a poison or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerant",1,1,1 ], "able to tolerate the beliefs, actions, opinions, etc|, of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerant",1,1,2 ], "permissive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerant",1,1,3 ], "able to withstand extremes, as of heat and cold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerant",1,1,4 ], "(of a patient) exhibiting tolerance to a drug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerate",1,1,1 ], "to treat with indulgence, liberality, or forbearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerate",1,1,2 ], "to permit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerate",1,1,3 ], "to be able to bear; put up with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolerate",1,1,4 ], "to have tolerance for (a drug, poison, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toleration",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of tolerating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toleration",1,1,2 ], "freedom to hold religious opinions that differ from the established or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toleration",1,1,2 ], "prescribed religion of a country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tolidine",1,1,1 ], "(C\6H\3NH\2CH\3)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tolidine",1,1,1 ], "any of several isomeric compounds, esp| the ortho- isomer, which is a white or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolidine",1,1,1 ], "reddish crystalline substance used in the manufacture of dyes and resins| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toll call",1,1,1 ], "a short-distance trunk call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",1,1,1 ], "to ring or cause to ring slowly and recurrently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",1,2,1 ], "to summon, warn, or announce by tolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",1,2,2 ], "to decoy (game, esp| ducks)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",1,3,1 ], "the act or sound of tolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",2,1,1,1 ], "an amount of money levied, esp| for the use of certain roads, bridges, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",2,1,1,1 ], "to cover the cost of maintenance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toll",2,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",2,1,2 ], "loss or damage incurred through an accident, disaster, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toll",2,1,3 ], "the right to levy a toll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tollbooth",1,1,1 ], "a booth or kiosk at which a toll is collected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tollgate",1,1,1 ], "a gate across a toll road or bridge at which travellers must stop and pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tollhouse",1,1,1 ], "a small house at a tollgate occupied by a toll collector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolly",1,1,1 ], "a castrated calf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolu",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic balsam obtained from a South American tree, Myroxylon balsamum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toluate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of any of the three isomeric forms of toluic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toluene",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile flammable liquid with an odour resembling that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toluene",1,1,1 ], "benzene, obtained from petroleum and coal tar and used as a solvent and in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toluene",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of many organic chemicals| Formula: C6H5CH3" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "toluic acid",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline derivative of toluene existing in three isomeric forms;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toluic acid",1,1,1 ], "isomer is used as an insect repellent| Formula: C6H4CH3COOH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "toluic acid",1,1,1 ], "methylbenzoic acid| The ortho- and para- isomers are used in synthetic resins and the meta-" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toluidine",1,1,1 ], "The ortho- and meta- isomers are liquids and the para- isomer is a crystalline" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toluidine",1,1,1 ], "an amine derived from toluene existing in three isomeric forms; aminotoluene|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toluidine",1,1,1 ], "solid| All three are used in making dyes| Formula: C6H4CH3NH2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "toluol",1,1,1 ], "another name for toluene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toluyl",1,1,1 ], "CH3C6H4CO-, derived from a toluic acid by removal of the hydroxyl group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toluyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing any of three isomeric groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolyl",1,1,2 ], "derived from toluene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tolyl",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, or containing any of three isomeric groups, CH3C6H4-," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tolyl",1,1,3 ], "another word for benzyl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tom",1,1,1,1 ], "the male of various animals, esp| the cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tom",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tom-tom",1,1,1 ], "a drum associated either with the American Indians or with Eastern cultures," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tom-tom",1,1,1 ], "usually beaten with the hands as a signalling instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tom-tom",1,1,2 ], "a monotonous drumming or beating sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomahawk",1,1,1 ], "Indians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tomahawk",1,1,1 ], "a fighting axe, with a stone or later an iron head, used by the North American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomahawk",1,1,2 ], "the usual word for hatchet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomahawk",1,2,1 ], "Austral| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomahawk",1,2,2 ], "to shear (a sheep) roughly or so as to cut the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomalley",1,1,1 ], "the liver of a lobster, eaten as a delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toman",1,1,1 ], "a gold coin formerly issued in Persia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomato",1,1,1 ], "America but widely cultivated, of its red fleshy many-seeded edible fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tomato",1,1,1 ], "a solanaceous plant, Lycopersicon (or Lycopersicum)esculentum, of South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomato",1,1,2 ], "salads, as a vegetable, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tomato",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant, which has slightly acid-tasting flesh and is eaten in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomato",1,1,3 ], "a girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomb",1,1,1 ], "a place, esp| a vault beneath the ground, for the burial of a corpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomb",1,1,2 ], "a stone or other monument to the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomb",1,1,3 ], "the tomb| a poetic term for death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomb",1,1,4 ], "anything serving as a burial place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomb",1,2,1 ], "to place in a tomb; entomb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tombac",1,1,1 ], "any of various brittle alloys containing copper and zinc and sometimes tin and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tombac",1,1,1 ], "arsenic: used for making cheap jewellery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tombola",1,1,1 ], "a type of lottery, esp| at a fete, in which tickets are drawn from a revolving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tombola",1,1,1 ], "drum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tombolo",1,1,1 ], "a narrow sand or shingle bar linking a small island with another island or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tombolo",1,1,1 ], "mainland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tomboy",1,1,1 ], "a girl who acts or dresses in a boyish way, liking rough outdoor activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tombstone",1,1,1 ], "another word for gravestone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tome",1,1,1 ], "a large weighty book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tome",1,1,2 ], "one of the several volumes of a work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomentum",1,1,1 ], "a feltlike covering of downy hairs on leaves and other plant parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomentum",1,1,2 ], "a network of minute blood vessels occurring in the human brain between the pia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomentum",1,1,2 ], "mater and cerebral cortex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tomfool",1,1,1,1 ], "a fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomfool",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomfoolery",1,1,1 ], "foolish behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomfoolery",1,1,2 ], "utter nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tommy",1,1,1 ], "(often cap|) Brit| informal| a private in the British Army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tommyrot",1,1,1 ], "utter nonsense; tomfoolery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomography",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of techniques used to obtain an x-ray photograph of a selected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomography",1,1,1 ], "plane section of the human body or some other solid object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tomorrow",1,1,1 ], "the day after today" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomorrow",1,1,2 ], "the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomorrow",1,2,1 ], "on the day after today" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomorrow",1,2,2 ], "at some time in the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tompion",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tampion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tomtit",1,1,1 ], "any of various tits, esp| the bluetit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,1 ], "a unit of weight equal to 2240 pounds or 1016|046,909 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,2 ], "a unit of weight equal to 2000 pounds or 746|483,443 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,3 ], "a unit of weight equal to 1000 kilograms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,4 ], "It depends on the type of material being shipped but is often taken as 40 cubic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,4 ], "a unit of volume or weight used for charging or measuring freight in shipping|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,4 ], "feet, 1 cubic metre, or 1000 kilograms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,5 ], "a unit of volume used in shipping freight, equal to 40 cubic feet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,5 ], "irrespective of the commodity shipped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,6 ], "a unit used for measuring the displacement of a ship, equal to 35 cubic feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,6 ], "of sea water or 2240 pounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,1,7 ], "a unit of internal capacity of ships equal to 100 cubic feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,2,1 ], "tons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",1,2,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",2,1,1 ], "style, fashion, or distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",3,1,1 ], "a score or achievement of a hundred, esp| a hundred miles per hour, as on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton",3,1,1 ], "motorcycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ton-up",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a motorcycle) capable of speeds of a hundred miles per hour or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton-up",1,1,2 ], "liking to travel at such speeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ton-up",1,2,1 ], "a person who habitually rides at such speeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or utilizing the diatonic system; having an established key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonal",1,1,2,1 ], "(of an answer in a fugue)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonal",1,1,3 ], "not having the same melodic intervals as the subject, so as to remain in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonal",1,1,3 ], "original key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonal",1,1,3,2 ], "denoting a fugue as having such an answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonality",1,1,1,1 ], "the actual or implied presence of a musical key in a composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonality",1,1,1,2 ], "decline of modes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonality",1,1,1,2 ], "the system of major and minor keys prevalent in Western music since the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonality",1,1,2 ], "the overall scheme of colours and tones in a painting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tondo",1,1,1 ], "a circular easel painting or relief carving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone arm",1,1,1 ], "another name for pickup (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone cluster",1,1,1 ], "a group of adjacent notes played simultaneously, either in an orchestral score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone cluster",1,1,1 ], "or, on the piano, by depressing a whole set of adjacent keys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone colour",1,1,1 ], "the quality of a musical sound that is conditioned or distinguished by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone colour",1,1,1 ], "upper partials or overtones present in it| Often shortened to tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone control",1,1,1 ], "a device in a radio, etc|, by which the relative intensities of high and low" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone control",1,1,1 ], "frequencies may be varied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone down",1,1,1 ], "to moderate or become moderated in tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone language",1,1,1 ], "a language, such as Chinese or certain African languages, in which differences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone language",1,1,1 ], "in tone may make differences in meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone poem",1,1,1 ], "another term for symphonic poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone up",1,1,1 ], "to make or become more vigorous, healthy, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,1 ], "sound with reference to quality, pitch, or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,10 ], "high quality or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,11 ], "shade; tint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,11 ], "the quality of a given colour, as modified by mixture with white or black;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,11,1 ], "the normal tension of a muscle at rest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,11,2 ], "health" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,11,2 ], "the natural firmness of the tissues and normal functioning of bodily organs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,12 ], "picture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,12 ], "the overall effect of the colour values and gradations of light and dark in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,13 ], "a colour or shade of colour, including black or grey, of a particular area on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,13 ], "a negative or positive that can be distinguished from surrounding lighter or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,13 ], "darker areas" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,2 ], "short for tone colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,3 ], "another word for note (sense 10)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,4 ], "(in acoustic analysis) a sound resulting from periodic or regular vibrations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,4 ], "composed either of a simple sinusoidal wave form (pure tone) or of several such wave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,4 ], "forms superimposed upon one main one (compound tone)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,5 ], "an interval of a major second; whole tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,6 ], "any of several plainsong melodies or other chants used in the singing of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,6 ], "psalms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,7 ], "any of the pitch levels or pitch contours at which a syllable may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,7 ], "pronounced, such as high tone, falling tone, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,8 ], "the quality or character of a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,1,9 ], "general aspect, quality, or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,2,1 ], "to be of a matching or similar tone (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,3,1 ], "to give a tone to or correct the tone of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,4,1 ], "chemical means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,4,1 ], "to soften or change the colour of the tones of (a photographic image) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone",1,4,2 ], "an archaic word for intone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tone-deaf",1,1,1 ], "unable to distinguish subtle differences in musical pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toneless",1,1,1 ], "having no tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toneless",1,1,2 ], "lacking colour or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toneme",1,1,1 ], "a phoneme that is distinguished from other phoneme only by its tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonetic",1,1,1 ], "(of a language) distinguishing words semantically by distinction of tone as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonetic",1,1,1 ], "well as by other sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tong",1,1,1 ], "to gather or seize with tongs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tong",2,1,1 ], "(formerly) a secret society of Chinese Americans, popularly assumed to engage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tong",2,1,1 ], "in criminal activities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonga",1,1,1 ], "a light two-wheeled vehicle used in rural areas of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongs",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for grasping or lifting, consisting of a hinged, sprung, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongs",1,1,1 ], "pivoted pair of arms or levers, joined at one end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tongue twister",1,1,1 ], "a sentence or phrase that is difficult to articulate clearly and quickly, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongue twister",1,1,1 ], "as Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled pepper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tongue-and-groove joint",1,1,1 ], "a joint made between two boards by means of a tongue along the edge of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongue-and-groove joint",1,1,1 ], "board that fits into a groove along the edge of the other board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tongue-lash",1,1,1 ], "to reprimand severely scold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongue-tie",1,1,1 ], "a congenital condition in which the tongue has restricted mobility as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongue-tie",1,1,1 ], "result of an abnormally short frenulum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tongue-tied",1,1,1 ], "speechless, esp| with embarrassment or shyness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongue-tied",1,1,2 ], "having a condition of tongue-tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongued",1,1,1,1 ], "having a tongue or tongues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongued",1,1,1,2 ], "long-tongued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tongued",1,1,2 ], "having a manner of speech as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonguing",1,1,1 ], "a technique of articulating notes on a wind instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic accent",1,1,1 ], "emphasis imparted to a note by virtue of its having a higher pitch, rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic accent",1,1,1 ], "than greater stress or long duration relative to other notes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonic accent",1,1,2 ], "another term for pitch accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic sol-fa",1,1,1 ], "a method of teaching music, esp| singing, used mainly in Britain, by which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic sol-fa",1,1,1 ], "fifth degree" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tonic sol-fa",1,1,1 ], "scale in any key| In this system sol is usually replaced by so as the name of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tonic sol-fa",1,1,1 ], "syllables of a movable system of solmization are used as names for the notes of the major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,1 ], "a medicinal preparation that improves and strengthens the functioning of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,1 ], "body or increases the feeling of well-being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,2 ], "anything that enlivens or strengthens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,3 ], "a mineral water, usually carbonated and containing quinine and often mixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,3 ], "with gin or other alcoholic drinks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,3,1 ], "composed in a particular key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,3,1 ], "the first degree of a major or minor scale and the tonal centre of a piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,3,2 ], "a key or chord based on this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,1,4 ], "a stressed syllable in a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,1 ], "serving to enliven and invigorate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a tone or tones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,3 ], "of or relating to the first degree of a major or minor scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,4 ], "of or denoting the general effect of colour and light and shade in a picture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,5 ], "of, relating to, characterized by, or affecting normal muscular or bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,5 ], "tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,6 ], "of or relating to stress or the main stress in a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonic",1,2,7 ], "denoting a tone language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonicity",1,1,1 ], "the state, condition, or quality of being tonic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonicity",1,1,2 ], "another name for tonus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonight",1,1,1 ], "the night or evening of this present day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonight",1,2,1 ], "in or during the night or evening of this day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonight",1,2,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonight",1,2,3 ], "last night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonk",1,1,1 ], "an effete or effeminate man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonka bean",1,1,1 ], "a tall leguminous tree, Coumarouna odorata, of tropical America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonka bean",1,1,1 ], "fragrant black almond-shaped seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonka bean",1,1,2 ], "the seeds of this tree, used in the manufacture of perfumes, snuff, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonnage",1,1,1 ], "amount would weigh more than 2000 pounds in which case the actual weight is used" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tonnage",1,1,1 ], "considered as 40 cubic feet of freight or 100 cubic feet of bulk cargo, unless such an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonnage",1,1,1 ], "the capacity of a merchant ship expressed in tons, for which purpose a ton is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonnage",1,1,2 ], "the weight of the cargo of a merchant ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonnage",1,1,3 ], "its ships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonnage",1,1,3 ], "the total amount of shipping of a port or nation, estimated by the capacity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonnage",1,1,4 ], "a duty on ships based either on their capacity or their register tonnage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonne",1,1,1 ], "another name for metric ton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonneau",1,1,1,1 ], "a detachable cover to protect the rear part of an open car when it is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonneau",1,1,1,1 ], "carrying passengers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonneau",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar cover that fits over all the passenger seats, but not the driver's," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonneau",1,1,1,2 ], "in an open vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonneau",1,1,2 ], "the part of an open car in which the rear passengers sit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the pitch of a sound, esp| one consisting of a set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonometer",1,1,1 ], "of tuning forks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonometer",1,1,2 ], "any of various types of instrument for measuring pressure or tension, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonometer",1,1,2 ], "the blood pressure, vapour pressure, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonsil",1,1,1 ], "either of two small masses of lymphatic tissue situated one on each side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsil",1,1,1 ], "the back of the mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonsil",1,1,2 ], "any small rounded mass of tissue, esp| lymphatic tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsillectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of the palatine tonsils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsillitis",1,1,1 ], "extent that they nearly touch one another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonsillitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the palatine tonsils, causing enlargement, occasionally to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsillotomy",1,1,1 ], "by removal (tonsillectomy)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tonsillotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into one or both of the palatine tonsils, usually followed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to barbering or hairdressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsure",1,1,1 ], "(in certain religions and monastic orders)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsure",1,1,1,1 ], "the shaving of the head or the crown of the head only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsure",1,1,1,2 ], "the part of the head left bare by shaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsure",1,1,1,3 ], "the state of being shaven thus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tonsure",1,2,1 ], "to shave the head of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,1,1 ], "an annuity scheme by which several subscribers accumulate and invest a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,1,1 ], "fund out of which they receive an annuity that increases as subscribers die until" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,1,1 ], "the last survivor takes the whole" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,1,2 ], "the subscribers to such a scheme collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,1,3 ], "the share of each subscriber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,1,4 ], "the common fund accumulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,1,5 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,2 ], "a system of mutual life assurance by which benefits are received by those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,2 ], "participants who survive and maintain their policies throughout a stipulated period (the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tontine",1,1,2 ], "tontine period)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tonus",1,1,1 ], "the normal tension of a muscle at rest; tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tony",1,1,1 ], "nier, niest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tony",1,1,2 ], "stylish or distinctive; classy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "too",1,1,1 ], "as well; in addition; also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "too",1,1,2 ], "in or to an excessive degree; more than a fitting or desirable amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "too",1,1,3 ], "extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "too",1,1,4 ], "indeed: used to reinforce a command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toodle-oo",1,1,1 ], "informal, rare| goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "took",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of take" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool steel",1,1,1 ], "any of various steels whose hardness and ability to retain a cutting edge make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool steel",1,1,1 ], "them suitable for use in tools for cutting wood and metal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,1,1 ], "an implement, such as a hammer, saw, or spade, that is used by hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,1,2 ], "a power-driven instrument; machine tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,1,3 ], "a toolkit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,2 ], "the cutting part of such an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,2,1 ], "any of the instruments used by a bookbinder to impress a design on a book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,2,1 ], "cover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,2,2 ], "a design so impressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,3 ], "anything used as a means of performing an operation or achieving an end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,4 ], "a person used to perform dishonourable or unpleasant tasks for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,5 ], "a necessary medium or adjunct to one's profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,6 ], "another word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,1,7 ], "underworld slang for a gun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,2,1 ], "to work, cut, shape, or form (something) with a tool or tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,3,1 ], "to decorate a book cover with a bookbinder's tool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool",1,4,1 ], "to furnish with tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool-maker",1,1,1 ], "a person who specializes in the production or reconditioning of precision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tool-maker",1,1,1 ], "tools, cutters, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tooling",1,1,1 ], "any decorative work done with a tool, esp| a design stamped onto a book cover," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooling",1,1,1 ], "piece of leatherwork, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tooling",1,1,2 ], "operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tooling",1,1,2 ], "the selection, provision, and setting up of tools, esp| for a machining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toon",1,1,1 ], "a large meliaceous tree, Cedrela toona, of the East Indies and Australia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toon",1,1,1 ], "having clusters of flowers from which a dye is obtained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toon",1,1,2 ], "the close-grained red wood of this tree, used for furniture, carvings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toot",1,1,1 ], "to give or cause to give (a short blast, hoot, or whistle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toot",1,2,1 ], "the sound made by or as if by a horn, whistle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toot",1,2,2 ], "a drinking spree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toot",1,2,3 ], "a lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth powder",1,1,1 ], "a powder used for cleaning the teeth, applied with a toothbrush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth shell",1,1,1 ], "another name for the tusk shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,1 ], "any of various bonelike structures set in the jaws of most vertebrates and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,1 ], "modified, according to the species, for biting, tearing, or chewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,2 ], "alimentary canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar structures in invertebrates, occurring in the mouth or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,3 ], "anything resembling a tooth in shape, prominence, or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,4 ], "any of the various small indentations occurring on the margin of a leaf," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,4 ], "petal, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,5 ], "any one of a number of uniform projections on a gear, sprocket, rack, etc|, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,5 ], "which drive is transmitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,6 ], "taste or appetite (esp| in the phrase sweet tooth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,7 ], "long in the tooth| old or ageing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,1,8 ], "tooth and nail| with ferocity and force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,2,1 ], "(tu$:$d, tu$:$T)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,3,1 ], "to provide with a tooth or teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tooth",1,4,1 ], "(of two gearwheels) to engage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothache tree",1,1,1 ], "another name for prickly ash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothache",1,1,1 ], "a pain in or about a tooth| Technical name: odontalgia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothbrush",1,1,1 ], "a small brush, usually with a long handle, for cleaning the teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothed whale",1,1,1 ], "any whale belonging to the cetacean suborder Odontoceti, having a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothed whale",1,1,1 ], "blowhole and numerous simple teeth and feeding on fish, smaller mammals, molluscs, etc|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toothed whale",1,1,1 ], "includes dolphins and porpoises" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "toothed",1,1,1,1 ], "having a tooth or teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothed",1,1,1,2 ], "sabre-toothed; six-toothed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothpaste",1,1,1 ], "a paste used for cleaning the teeth, applied with a toothbrush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothpick",1,1,1 ], "a small sharp sliver of wood, plastic, etc|, used for extracting pieces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothpick",1,1,1 ], "food from between the teeth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toothpick",1,1,2 ], "a slang word for bowie knife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothsome",1,1,1 ], "of delicious or appetizing appearance, flavour, or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothsome",1,1,2 ], "attractive; alluring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothwort",1,1,1 ], "an orobanchaceous European plant, Lathraea squamaria, having scaly cream or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothwort",1,1,1 ], "pink stems and pinkish flowers and a rhizome covered with toothlike scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toothwort",1,1,2 ], "any cruciferous North American or Eurasian plant of the genus Dentaria, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothwort",1,1,2 ], "creeping rhizomes covered with toothlike projections" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toothy",1,1,1 ], "toothier, toothiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toothy",1,1,2 ], "having or showing numerous, large, or projecting teeth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tootle",1,1,1 ], "to toot or hoot softly or repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tootle",1,2,1 ], "a soft hoot or series of hoots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tootle",2,1,1 ], "to go, esp| by car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tootle",2,2,1 ], "a drive, esp| a short pleasure trip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toots",1,1,1 ], "darling; sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tootsy",1,1,1 ], "a child's word for foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top banana",1,1,1 ], "the leading comedian in vaudeville, burlesque, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top banana",1,1,2 ], "the leader; boss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top boot",1,1,1 ], "a high boot, often with a decorative or contrasting upper section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top dog",1,1,1 ], "the leader or chief of a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top dressing",1,1,1 ], "a surface application of manure or fertilizer to land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top dressing",1,1,2 ], "a thin layer of loose gravel that covers the top of a road surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top hat",1,1,1 ], "a man's hat with a tall cylindrical crown and narrow brim, often made of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top hat",1,1,1 ], "silk, now worn for some formal occasions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "top off",1,1,1 ], "to finish or complete, esp| with some decisive action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top out",1,1,1 ], "to place the highest stone on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top out",1,1,2 ], "(a building) or perform a ceremony on this occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top up",1,1,1 ], "bringing it to the brim of the container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "top up",1,1,1 ], "to raise the level of (a liquid, powder, etc|) in (a container), usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top",2,1,1 ], "a toy that is spun on its pointed base by a flick of the fingers, by pushing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top",2,1,1 ], "handle at the top up and down, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "top",2,1,2 ], "anything that spins or whirls around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top",2,1,3 ], "sleep like a top| to sleep very soundly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-",1,1,1 ], "variant of topo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-drawer",1,1,1 ], "of the highest standing, esp| socially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-dress",1,1,1 ], "into the soil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "top-dress",1,1,1 ], "to spread manure or fertilizer on the surface of (land) without working it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-flight",1,1,1 ], "of superior or excellent quality; outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-heavy",1,1,1 ], "unstable or unbalanced through being overloaded at the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-heavy",1,1,2 ], "(of an enterprise or its capital structure) characterized by or containing too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-heavy",1,1,2 ], "for dividend distributions overcapitalized" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "top-heavy",1,1,2 ], "much debt capital in relation to revenue or profit so that too little is left over" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "top-heavy",1,1,3 ], "(of a business enterprise) having too many executives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-hole",1,2,1 ], "Brit| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-hole",1,2,2 ], "excellent; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-level",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, involving, or by those on the highest level of influence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-level",1,1,1 ], "authority" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "top-secret",1,1,1 ], "classified as needing the highest level of secrecy and security" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "top-shell",1,1,1 ], "Trochidae, having a typically brightly coloured top-shaped or conical shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "top-shell",1,1,1 ], "any marine gastropod mollusc of the mainly tropical Old World family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toparch",1,1,1 ], "the ruler of a small state or realm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topaz",1,1,1 ], "a hard glassy mineral consisting of fluosilicate of aluminium in orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topaz",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form| It is yellow, yellowish-brown, pink, or colourless, and is a valuable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topaz",1,1,1 ], "gemstone| Formula: Al2SiO4(F,OH)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "topaz",1,1,2 ], "oriental topaz| a yellowish-brown variety of sapphire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topaz",1,1,3 ], "false topaz| another name for citrine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topaz",1,1,4 ], "either of two South American hummingbirds, Topaza pyra and T| pella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topazolite",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-green variety of andradite garnet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topcoat",1,1,1 ], "an outdoor coat worn over a suit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tope",1,1,1 ], "to consume (alcoholic drink) as a regular habit, usually in large quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tope",2,1,1 ], "a small grey requiem shark, Galeorhinus galeus, of European coastal waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tope",2,1,2 ], "any of various other small sharks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tope",3,1,1 ], "another name for a stupa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topee",1,1,1 ], "another name for pith helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topfull",1,1,1 ], "full to the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topgallant",1,1,1 ], "a mast on a square-rigger above a topmast or an extension of a topmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topgallant",1,1,2 ], "a sail set on a yard of a topgallant mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topgallant",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a topgallant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tophus",1,1,1 ], "a deposit of sodium urate in the helix of the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topi",1,1,1 ], "an antelope, Damaliscus korrigum, of grasslands and semideserts of Africa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topi",1,1,1 ], "having angular curved horns and an elongated muzzle|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topi",1,1,2 ], "another name for pith helmet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topic sentence",1,1,1 ], "a sentence in a paragraph that expresses the main idea or point of the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topic sentence",1,1,1 ], "paragraph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topic",1,1,1 ], "a subject or theme of a speech, essay, book, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topic",1,1,2 ], "a subject of conversation; item of discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topic",1,1,3 ], "(in rhetoric, logic, etc|) a category or class of arguments or ideas which may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topic",1,1,3 ], "be drawn on to furnish proofs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or constituting current affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topical",1,1,2 ], "relating to a particular place; local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topical",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a topic or topics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topical",1,1,4 ], "(of a drug, ointment, etc|) for application to the body surface; local" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topknot",1,1,1 ], "a crest, tuft, decorative bow, chignon, etc|, on the top of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topknot",1,1,2 ], "any of several European flatfishes of the genus Zeugopterus and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topknot",1,1,2 ], "blotches: family Bothidae (turbot, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "topknot",1,1,2 ], "genera, esp| Z| punctatus, which has an oval dark brown body marked with darker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topless",1,1,1 ], "having no top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topless",1,1,1,1 ], "costume" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topless",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting a costume which has no covering for the breasts| b|wearing such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topless",1,1,2 ], "immeasurably high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toplofty",1,1,1 ], "haughty or pretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topmast",1,1,1 ], "the mast next above a lower mast on a sailing vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topminnow",1,1,1 ], "any of various small American freshwater cyprinodont fishes that are either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topminnow",1,1,1 ], "viviparous (genera Heterandria, Gambusia, etc|) or egg-laying (genus Fundulus)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topmost",1,1,1 ], "highest; at or nearest the top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topnotch",1,1,1 ], "excellent; superb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating place or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topography",1,1,1 ], "the study or detailed description of the surface features of a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topography",1,1,2 ], "the detailed mapping of the configuration of a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topography",1,1,3 ], "the land forms or surface configuration of a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topography",1,1,4 ], "the surveying of a region's surface features" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topography",1,1,5 ], "the study or description of the configuration of any object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topog|",1,1,1 ], "topographical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topog|",1,1,2 ], "topography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topological group",1,1,1 ], "a group, such as the set of all real numbers, that constitutes a topological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topological group",1,1,1 ], "space and in which multiplication and inversion are continuous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topological space",1,1,1 ], "a set S with an associated family of subsets t that is closed under set union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topological space",1,1,1 ], "and finite intersection| S and the empty set are members of t" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,1 ], "continuity, limit, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mathematics concerned with generalization of the concepts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,2 ], "a branch of geometry describing the properties of a figure that are unaffected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,2 ], "by continuous distortion, such as stretching or knotting| Former name: analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,2 ], "situs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,3 ], "a family of subsets of a given set S, such that S is a topological space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,4 ], "history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,4 ], "the study of the topography of a given place, esp| as far as it reflects its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topology",1,1,5 ], "the anatomy of any specific bodily area, structure, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toponym",1,1,1 ], "the name of a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toponym",1,1,2 ], "any name derived from a place name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toponymy",1,1,1 ], "the study of place names" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toponymy",1,1,2 ], "specific organs or structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toponymy",1,1,2 ], "the anatomical nomenclature of bodily regions, as distinguished from that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topos",1,1,1 ], "a basic theme or concept, esp| a stock topic in rhetoric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topotype",1,1,1 ], "a specimen plant or animal taken from an area regarded as the typical habitat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topper",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for top hat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topper",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that tops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topper",1,1,3 ], "a remark that caps the one before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topper",1,1,4 ], "a good chap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topping lift",1,1,1 ], "a line or cable for raising the end of a boom that is away from the mast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topping",1,1,1 ], "something that tops something else, esp| a sauce or garnish for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topping",1,2,1 ], "high or superior in rank, degree, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topping",1,2,2 ], "excellent; splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topple",1,1,1 ], "to tip over or cause to tip over, esp| from a height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topple",1,2,1 ], "to lean precariously or totter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tops",1,1,1 ], "the tops| a person or thing of top quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tops",1,2,1 ], "excellent; superb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsail",1,1,1 ], "a square sail carried on a yard set on a topmast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topside",1,1,1 ], "the uppermost side of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topside",1,1,2 ], "a lean cut of beef from the thigh containing no bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topside",1,1,2,1 ], "the part of a ship's sides above the waterline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topside",1,1,2,2 ], "the parts of a ship above decks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsoil",1,1,1 ], "the surface layer of soil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsoil",1,2,1 ], "to spread topsoil on (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsoil",1,3,1 ], "to remove the topsoil from (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topspin",1,1,1 ], "quickly, as by hitting it with a sharp forward and upward stroke|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "topspin",1,1,1 ], "spin imparted to make a ball bounce or travel exceptionally far, high, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsy-turvy",1,1,1 ], "upside down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsy-turvy",1,1,2 ], "in a state of confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsy-turvy",1,2,1 ], "in a topsy-turvy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "topsy-turvy",1,3,1 ], "a topsy-turvy state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toque",1,1,1 ], "a woman's small round brimless hat, popular esp| in Edwardian times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toque",1,1,2 ], "a hat with a small brim and a pouched crown, popular in the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tor",1,1,1 ], "a high hill, esp| a bare rocky one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tor",1,1,2 ], "a prominent rock or heap of rocks, esp| on a hill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torbernite",1,1,1 ], "a green secondary mineral consisting of hydrated copper uranium phosphate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torbernite",1,1,1 ], "the form of square platelike crystals| Formula: Cu(UO\2)(PO\4)2|12H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torc",1,1,1 ], "a rare spelling of torque ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torch song",1,1,1 ], "a sentimental or romantic popular song, usually sung by a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torch",1,1,1 ], "a small portable electric lamp powered by one or more dry batteries| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torch",1,1,1 ], "a tall narrow stand for holding a candelabrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torch",1,1,1 ], "word: flashlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torch",1,1,2 ], "a wooden or tow shaft dipped in wax or tallow and set alight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torch",1,1,3 ], "anything regarded as a source of enlightenment, guidance, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torch",1,1,4 ], "any apparatus that burns with a hot flame for welding, brazing, or soldering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torch",1,1,5 ], "carry a torch for| to be in love with, esp| unrequitedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torchbearer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that carries a torch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torchbearer",1,1,2 ], "a person who leads or inspires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torchier",1,1,1 ], "a standing lamp with a bowl for casting light upwards and so giving all-round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torchier",1,1,1 ], "indirect illumination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torchon lace",1,1,1 ], "a coarse linen or cotton lace with a simple openwork pattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torchwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various rutaceous trees or shrubs of the genus Amyris, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torchwood",1,1,1 ], "balsamifera, of Florida and the West Indies, having hard resinous wood used for torches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torchwood",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar trees the wood of which is used for torches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torchwood",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tore",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of tear'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tore",2,1,1 ], "another name for torus ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toreador pants",1,1,1 ], "tight-fitting women's trousers reaching to midcalf or above the ankle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toreador",1,1,1 ], "a bullfighter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torero",1,1,1 ], "a bullfighter, esp| one who fights on foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toreutics",1,1,1 ], "chasing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toreutics",1,1,1 ], "the art of making detailed ornamental reliefs, esp| in metal, by embossing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tori",1,1,1 ], "the plural of torus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toric lens",1,1,1 ], "a lens used to correct astigmatism, having one of its surfaces shaped like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toric lens",1,1,1 ], "part of a torus so that its focal lengths are different in different meridians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having the form of a torus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torii",1,1,1 ], "a gateway, esp| one at the entrance to a Japanese Shinto temple, constructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torii",1,1,1 ], "of two timber posts that support two horizontal beams, the upper one having" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torii",1,1,1 ], "upward-curving ends" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "torment",1,1,1 ], "(t@$$:!m$ent)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torment",1,2,1 ], "to afflict with great pain, suffering, or anguish; torture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torment",1,2,2 ], "to tease or pester in an annoying way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torment",1,3,1 ], "physical or mental pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torment",1,3,2 ], "a source of pain, worry, annoyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torment",1,3,3 ], "an instrument of torture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torment",1,3,4 ], "the infliction of torture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tormentil",1,1,1 ], "a rosaceous downy perennial plant, Potentilla erecta, of Europe and W Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tormentil",1,1,1 ], "having serrated leaves, four-petalled yellow flowers, and an astringent root used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tormentil",1,1,1 ], "medicine, tanning, and dyeing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tormentor",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that torments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tormentor",1,1,2 ], "a curtain or movable piece of stage scenery at either side of the proscenium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tormentor",1,1,2 ], "arch, used to mask lights or exits and entrances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tormentor",1,1,3 ], "a panel of sound-insulating material placed outside the field of the camera to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tormentor",1,1,3 ], "control the acoustics on the sound stage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torn",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of tear'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torn",1,1,2 ], "one's plans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torn",1,1,2 ], "that's torn it| Brit| slang| an unexpected event or circumstance has upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torn",1,2,1 ], "split or cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torn",1,2,2 ], "divided or undecided, as in preference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tornado",1,1,1 ], "area of extremely low pressure, usually characterized by a dark funnel-shaped cloud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tornado",1,1,1 ], "causing damage along its path" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tornado",1,1,1 ], "or (U|S| informal)twister| a violent storm with winds whirling around a small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tornado",1,1,2 ], "African coast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tornado",1,1,2 ], "a small but violent squall or whirlwind, such as those occurring on the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tornado",1,1,3 ], "any violently active or destructive person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toroid",1,1,1 ], "a surface generated by rotating a closed plane curve about a coplanar line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toroid",1,1,1 ], "that does not intersect the curve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toroid",1,1,2 ], "the solid enclosed by such a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torose",1,1,1 ], "(of a cylindrical part) having irregular swellings knotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo boat",1,1,1 ], "a small high-speed warship designed to carry out torpedo attacks in coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo boat",1,1,1 ], "waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo tube",1,1,1 ], "the tube from which a torpedo is discharged from submarines or surface ships" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical self-propelled weapon carrying explosives that is launched from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo",1,1,1 ], "aircraft, ships, or submarines and follows an underwater path to hit its target" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo",1,1,2 ], "a submarine mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo",1,1,3 ], "a firework containing gravel and a percussion cap that explodes when dashed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo",1,1,3 ], "against a hard surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo",1,1,4 ], "any of various electric rays of the genus Torpedo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo",1,2,1 ], "to attack or hit (a ship, etc|) with one or a number of torpedoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo-boat destroyer",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a large powerful warship designed to destroy torpedo boats: a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpedo-boat destroyer",1,1,1 ], "forerunner of the modern destroyer, from which the name is derived" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torpid",1,1,1 ], "apathetic, sluggish, or lethargic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpid",1,1,2 ], "(of a hibernating animal) dormant; having greatly reduced metabolic activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpid",1,1,3 ], "unable to move or feel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torpor",1,1,1 ], "a state of torpidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torque converter",1,1,1 ], "a hydraulic device for the smooth transmission of power in which an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torque converter",1,1,1 ], "engine-driven impeller transmits its momentum to a fluid held in a sealed container, which in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torque converter",1,1,1 ], "turn drives a rotor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "torque wrench",1,1,1 ], "a type of wrench with a gauge attached to indicate the torque applied to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torque wrench",1,1,1 ], "workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torque",1,1,1 ], "a necklace or armband made of twisted metal, worn esp| by the ancient Britons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torque",1,1,1 ], "and Gauls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torque",1,1,2 ], "any force or system of forces that causes or tends to cause rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torque",1,1,3 ], "the ability of a shaft to cause rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torques",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive band of hair, feathers, skin, or colour around the neck of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torques",1,1,1 ], "animal; a collar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torr",1,1,1 ], "a unit of pressure equal to one millimetre of mercury (133|322 newtons per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torr",1,1,1 ], "square metre)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torrefy",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to dry (drugs, ores, etc|) by subjection to intense heat; roast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrent",1,1,1 ], "a fast, voluminous, or violent stream of water or other liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrent",1,1,2 ], "an overwhelming flow of thoughts, words, sound, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrent",1,2,1 ], "like or relating to a torrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrential",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a torrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrential",1,1,2 ], "pouring or flowing fast, violently, or heavily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrential",1,1,3 ], "abundant, overwhelming, or irrepressible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrid",1,1,1 ], "so hot and dry as to parch or scorch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrid",1,1,2 ], "arid or parched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torrid",1,1,3 ], "highly charged emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsade",1,1,1 ], "an ornamental twist or twisted cord, as on hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsi",1,1,1 ], "a plural of torso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsibility",1,1,1 ], "the ability to be twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsibility",1,1,2 ], "the degree of resistance to or the capacity of recovering from being twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsion balance",1,1,1 ], "an instrument used to measure small forces, esp| electric or magnetic forces," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsion balance",1,1,1 ], "by the torsion they produce in a thin wire, thread, or rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torsion bar",1,1,1 ], "a metal bar acting as a torsional spring, esp| as used in the suspensions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsion bar",1,1,1 ], "some motor vehicles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torsion",1,1,1,1 ], "the twisting of a part by application of equal and opposite torques" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsion",1,1,1,2 ], "the internal torque so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsion",1,1,2 ], "the act of twisting or the state of being twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsk",1,1,1 ], "a gadoid food fish, Brosmius brosme, of northern coastal waters, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torsk",1,1,1 ], "single long dorsal fin| Usual U|S| name: cusk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torso",1,1,1 ], "the trunk of the human body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torso",1,1,2 ], "a statue of a nude human trunk, esp| without the head or limbs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torso",1,1,3 ], "something regarded as incomplete or truncated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tort",1,1,1 ], "a civil wrong or injury arising out of an act or failure to act, independently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tort",1,1,1 ], "of any contract, for which an action for damages may be brought" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tort-feasor",1,1,1 ], "a person guilty of tort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torte",1,1,1 ], "a rich cake, originating in Austria, usually decorated or filled with cream," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torte",1,1,1 ], "fruit, nuts, and jam" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortellini",1,1,1 ], "pasta cut into small rounds, folded about a filling, and boiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torticollis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal position of the head, usually with the neck bent to one side," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torticollis",1,1,1 ], "caused congenitally by contracture of muscles, muscular spasm, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortile",1,1,1 ], "twisted or coiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortilla",1,1,1 ], "a kind of thin pancake made from corn meal and cooked on a hot griddle until" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortilla",1,1,1 ], "dry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortillon",1,1,1 ], "another word for stump (sense 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortious",1,1,1 ], "having the nature of or involving a tort; wrongful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoise",1,1,1 ], "any herbivorous terrestrial chelonian reptile of the family Testudinidae, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoise",1,1,1 ], "most warm regions, having a heavy dome-shaped shell and clawed limbs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortoise",1,1,2 ], "water tortoise| another name for terrapin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoise",1,1,3 ], "a slow-moving person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoise",1,1,4 ], "another word for testudo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,1 ], "a horny translucent yellow-and-brown mottled substance obtained from the outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,1 ], "layer of the shell of the hawksbill turtle: used for making ornaments, jewellery," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,2 ], "a similar synthetic substance, esp| plastic or celluloid, now more widely used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,2 ], "than the natural product" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,3 ], "a breed of domestic cat, usually female, having black, cream, and brownish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,3 ], "markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,4 ], "any of several nymphalid butterflies of the genus Nymphalis, and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,4 ], "genera, having orange-brown wings with black markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,5 ], "tortoiseshell turtle| another name for hawksbill turtle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,5,1 ], "a yellowish-brown mottled colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,5,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoiseshell",1,1,6 ], "made of tortoiseshell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortoni",1,1,1 ], "a rich ice cream often flavoured with sherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortricid",1,1,1 ], "any small moth of the chiefly temperate family Tortricidae, the larvae of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortricid",1,1,1 ], "fruit and forest trees: includes the codling moth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tortricid",1,1,1 ], "which live concealed in leaves, which they roll or tie together, and are pests of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tortricid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Tortricidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortuosity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being tortuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortuosity",1,1,2 ], "a twist, turn, or coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortuous",1,1,1 ], "twisted or winding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortuous",1,1,2 ], "devious or cunning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tortuous",1,1,3 ], "intricate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torture",1,1,1 ], "resistance, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torture",1,1,1 ], "to cause extreme physical pain to, esp| in order to extract information, break" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torture",1,1,2 ], "to give mental anguish to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torture",1,1,3 ], "to twist into a grotesque form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torture",1,2,1 ], "physical or mental anguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torture",1,2,2 ], "the practice of torturing a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torture",1,2,3 ], "a cause of mental agony or worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torus",1,1,1 ], "a large convex moulding approximately semicircular in cross section, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torus",1,1,1 ], "used on the base of a classical column" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torus",1,1,2 ], "a ring-shaped surface generated by rotating a circle about a coplanar line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torus",1,1,2 ], "radius of the circle and R is the distance from the line to the centre of the circle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "torus",1,1,2 ], "that does not intersect the circle| Area: 4r'2Rr;volume: 2r'2Rr'2, where r is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "torus",1,1,3 ], "another name for receptacle (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "torus",1,1,4 ], "a ridge, fold, or similar linear elevation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tos" ,1, 1, 1],"short for ,divergence",1). c_DEF([ "tosh",1,1,1 ], "nonsense; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss off",1,1,1 ], "to perform, write, consume, etc|, quickly and easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss off",1,2,1 ], "to drink quickly at one draught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss off",1,2,2 ], "to masturbate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,1,1 ], "to throw lightly or with a flourish, esp| with the palm of the hand upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,1,2 ], "to fling or be flung about, esp| constantly or regularly in an agitated or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,1,2 ], "violent way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,1,3 ], "to discuss or put forward for discussion in an informal way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,2,1 ], "(of an animal such as a horse) to throw (its rider)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,3,1 ], "(of an animal) to butt with the head or the horns and throw into the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,4,1 ], "to shake, agitate, or disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,4,2 ], "to toss up a coin with (someone) in order to decide or allot something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,5,1 ], "to move away angrily or impatiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,6,1 ], "an abrupt movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,6,2 ], "a rolling or pitching motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,6,3 ], "the act or an instance of tossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,6,4 ], "the act of tossing up a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toss",1,6,5 ], "a fall from a horse or other animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tosspot",1,1,1 ], "a habitual drinker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tot",1,1,1 ], "a young child; toddler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tot",1,1,2 ], "a small amount of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tot",1,1,3 ], "a small measure of spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tot",2,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by up) Chiefly Brit| to total; add" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "total depravity",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that man's nature is totally corrupt as a result of the Fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "total eclipse",1,1,1 ], "an eclipse as seen from a particular area of the earth's surface where the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "total eclipse",1,1,1 ], "eclipsed body is completely hidden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "total internal reflection",1,1,1 ], "ray is in the medium with greater refractive index" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "total internal reflection",1,1,1 ], "the complete reflection of a light ray at the boundary of two media, when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "total recall",1,1,1 ], "something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "total recall",1,1,1 ], "the faculty or an instance of complete and clear recall of every detail of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "total serialism",1,1,1 ], "(in some music after 1945) the use of serial techniques applied to such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "total serialism",1,1,1 ], "Stockhausen, Boulez, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "total serialism",1,1,1 ], "elements as rhythm, dynamics, and tone colour, as found in the early works of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "totalitarian",1,1,1 ], "of, denoting, relating to, or characteristic of a dictatorial one-party state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totalitarian",1,1,1 ], "that regulates every realm of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "totality",1,1,1 ], "the whole amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totality",1,1,2 ], "the state of being total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totality",1,1,3 ], "obscured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "totality",1,1,3 ], "the state or period of an eclipse when light from the eclipsed body is totally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totalize",1,1,1 ], "to combine or make into a total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totalizer",1,1,1 ], "a variant of totalizator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totalizer",1,1,2 ], "an adding machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totaquine",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of quinine and other alkaloids derived from cinchona bark, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totaquine",1,1,1 ], "substitute for quinine in treating malaria" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tote bag",1,1,1 ], "a large roomy handbag or shopping bag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tote",1,1,1 ], "to carry, convey, or drag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tote",1,2,1 ], "the act of or an instance of toting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tote",1,2,2 ], "something toted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tote",2,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tote",2,1,2 ], "short for totalizator 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totem pole",1,1,1 ], "Indians, esp| those of the NW Pacific coast, within a village as a tribal symbol or," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "totem pole",1,1,1 ], "a pole carved or painted with totemic figures set up by certain North American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totem pole",1,1,1 ], "sometimes, in memory of a dead person" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "totem",1,1,1 ], "(in some societies, esp| among North American Indians) an object, species of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totem",1,1,1 ], "animal or plant, or natural phenomenon symbolizing a clan, family, etc|, often having" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "totem",1,1,1 ], "ritual associations" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "totem",1,1,2 ], "a representation of such an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totemism",1,1,1 ], "the belief in kinship of groups or individuals having a common totem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totemism",1,1,2 ], "the rituals, taboos, and other practices associated with such a belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tother",1,1,1 ], "the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totipalmate",1,1,1 ], "(of certain birds) having all four toes webbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totipotent",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal cell) capable of differentiation and so forming a new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totipotent",1,1,1 ], "individual, tissue, organ, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "totter",1,1,1 ], "to walk or move in an unsteady manner, as from old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totter",1,1,2 ], "to sway or shake as if about to fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totter",1,1,3 ], "to be failing, unstable, or precarious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "totter",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of tottering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toucan",1,1,1 ], "any tropical American arboreal fruit-eating bird of the family Ramphastidae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toucan",1,1,1 ], "having a large brightly coloured bill with serrated edges and a bright plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch and go",1,1,1 ], "risky or critical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch football",1,1,1 ], "an informal version of football chiefly characterized by players' being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch football",1,1,1 ], "touched rather than tackled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch judge",1,1,1 ], "one of the two linesmen in rugby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch off",1,1,1 ], "to cause to explode, as by touching with a match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch off",1,1,2 ], "to cause (a disturbance, violence, etc|) to begin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch system",1,1,1 ], "a typing system in which the fingers are trained to find the correct keys," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch system",1,1,1 ], "permitting the typist to read and type copy without looking at the keyboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,1 ], "an acknowledgment that a scoring hit has been made in a fencing competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,1 ], "experienced when they come in contact with a part of the body surface, esp| the tips of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,1 ], "fingers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,1 ], "the sense by which the texture and other qualities of objects can be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,10 ], "a slight attack, as of a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,11 ], "a specific ability or facility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,12 ], "the state of being aware of a situation or in contact with someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,13 ], "the state of being in physical contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,14 ], "a trial or test (esp| in the phrase put to the touch)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,15 ], "the area outside the touchlines, beyond which the ball is out of play (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,15 ], "the phrase in touch)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,15,1 ], "an official stamp on metal indicating standard purity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,15,2 ], "the die stamp used to apply this mark| Now usually called: hallmark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,16 ], "a scoring hit in competitive fencing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,17 ], "an estimate of the amount of gold in an alloy as obtained by use of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,17 ], "touchstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,18 ], "the technique of fingering a keyboard instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,19 ], "ease with which the keys may be depressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,19 ], "the quality of the action of a keyboard instrument with regard to the relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,2 ], "an acknowledgment of the striking home of a remark or the capping of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,2 ], "the quality of an object as perceived by this sense; feel; feeling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,2 ], "witticism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,20 ], "any series of changes where the permutations are fewer in number than for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,20 ], "peal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,20,1 ], "the act of asking for money as a loan or gift, often by devious means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,20,2 ], "the money received in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,20,3 ], "a person asked for money in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,3 ], "the act or an instance of something coming into contact with the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,4 ], "a gentle push, tap, or caress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,5 ], "a small amount; hint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,6 ], "a noticeable effect; influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,7 ], "any slight stroke or mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,8 ], "characteristic manner or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,1,9 ], "a detail of some work, esp| a literary or artistic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,10,1 ], "to handle or deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,10,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on) to allude (to) briefly or in passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,11,1 ], "to tinge or tint slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,12,1 ], "to spoil or injure slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,13,1 ], "to mark, as with a brush or pen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,14,1 ], "to compare to in quality or attainment; equal or match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,15,1 ], "to reach or attain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,16,1 ], "to dock or stop briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,17,1 ], "to ask for a loan or gift of money from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,17,1,1 ], "to finger (the keys or strings of an instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,17,1,2 ], "to play (a tune, piece of music, etc|) in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,18,1 ], "to apply a stamp to (metal) indicating standard purity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,2,1 ], "to cause or permit a part of the body to come into contact with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,3,1 ], "to tap, feel, or strike, esp| with the hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,3,2 ], "to come or cause (something) to come into contact with (something else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,4,1 ], "to be in contact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,5,1 ], "to take hold of (a person or thing), esp| in violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,5,2 ], "to be adjacent to (each other)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,6,1 ], "to move or disturb by handling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,7,1 ], "to have an effect on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,8,1 ], "to produce an emotional response in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch",1,9,1 ], "to partake of, eat, or drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch-in goal",1,1,1 ], "the area at each end of a pitch between the goal line and the dead-ball line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch-me-not",1,1,1 ], "any of several balsaminaceous plants of the genus Impatiens, esp| I|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touch-me-not",1,1,1 ], "noli-me-tangere, having yellow spurred flowers and seed pods that burst open at a touch when" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touch-me-not",1,1,1 ], "ripe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "touch-type",1,1,1 ], "to type without having to look at the keys of the typewriter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchback",1,1,1 ], "a play in which the ball is put down by a player behind his own goal line when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchback",1,1,1 ], "the ball has been put across the goal line by an opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touched",1,1,1 ], "moved to sympathy or emotion; affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touched",1,1,2 ], "showing slight insanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchhole",1,1,1 ], "a hole in the breech of early cannon and firearms through which the charge was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchhole",1,1,1 ], "ignited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touching",1,1,1 ], "evoking or eliciting tender feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touching",1,2,1 ], "on the subject of; relating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchline",1,1,1 ], "either of the lines marking the side of the playing area in certain games," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchline",1,1,1 ], "such as rugby" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touchmark",1,1,1 ], "a maker's mark stamped on pewter objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchstone",1,1,1 ], "a criterion or standard by which judgment is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchstone",1,1,2 ], "a hard dark siliceous stone, such as basalt or jasper, that is used to test" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchstone",1,1,2 ], "the quality of gold and silver from the colour of the streak they produce on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touchwood",1,1,1 ], "something, esp| dry wood or fungus material such as amadou, used as tinder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchy",1,1,1 ], "touchier, touchiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchy",1,1,2 ], "easily upset or irritated; oversensitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchy",1,1,3 ], "extremely risky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touchy",1,1,4 ], "easily ignited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,1,1 ], "strong or resilient; durable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,1,2 ], "not tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,1,3 ], "having a great capacity for endurance; hardy and fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,1,4 ], "rough or pugnacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,1,5 ], "resolute or intractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,1,6 ], "difficult or troublesome to do or deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,1,7 ], "unfortunate or unlucky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,2,1 ], "a rough, vicious, or pugnacious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough",1,3,1 ], "violently, aggressively, or intractably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tough-minded",1,1,1 ], "practical, unsentimental, or intractable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toughen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become tough or tougher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toughie",1,1,1 ], "a tough person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toupee",1,1,1 ], "a wig or hairpiece worn, esp| by men, to cover a bald or balding place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toupee",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a prominent lock on a periwig, esp| in the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tour de force",1,1,1 ], "a masterly or brilliant stroke, creation, effect, or accomplishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tour",1,1,1 ], "along the route" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tour",1,1,1 ], "an extended voyage, usually taken for pleasure, visiting places of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tour",1,1,2 ], "a period of service, esp| in one place of duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tour",1,1,3 ], "a short trip, as for inspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tour",1,1,4 ], "a trip made by a theatre company, orchestra, etc|, to perform in several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tour",1,1,4 ], "different places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tour",1,2,1 ], "to make a tour of (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touraco",1,1,1 ], "Musophagidae: order Cuculiformes (cuckoos, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "touraco",1,1,1 ], "any brightly coloured crested arboreal African bird of the family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourbillion",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for whirlwind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourer",1,1,1 ], "a large open car, usually seating a driver and four passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touring car",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for tourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourism",1,1,1 ], "industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tourism",1,1,1 ], "tourist travel and the services connected with it, esp| when regarded as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourist",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who travels for pleasure, usually sightseeing and staying in hotels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourist",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourist",1,1,2 ], "a person on an excursion or sightseeing tour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourist",1,1,3 ], "the lowest class of accommodation on a passenger ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to tourist accommodation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touristy",1,1,1 ], "abounding in or designed for tourists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourmaline",1,1,1 ], "and magnesium in hexagonal crystalline form: used in optical and electrical" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tourmaline",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of hard glassy minerals of variable colour consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourmaline",1,1,1 ], "complex borosilicates of aluminium with quantities of lithium, sodium, potassium, iron," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tourmaline",1,1,1 ], "equipment" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tournament",1,1,1 ], "a sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tournament",1,1,1 ], "determine an overall winner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tournament",1,1,2 ], "a meeting for athletic other sporting contestants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tournament",1,1,2,1 ], "(originally)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tournament",1,1,3 ], "a martial sport or contest in which mounted combatants fought for a prize|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tournament",1,1,3,2 ], "(later) a meeting for knightly sports and exercises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tournedos",1,1,1 ], "a thick round steak of beef cut from the fillet or undercut of sirloin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourney",1,1,1 ], "a knightly tournament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourney",1,2,1 ], "to engage in a tourney" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourniquet",1,1,1 ], "any instrument or device for temporarily constricting an artery of the arm or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tourniquet",1,1,1 ], "leg to control bleeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tous-les-mois",1,1,1 ], "America, having purplish stems and leaves, bright red flowers and edible tubers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tous-les-mois",1,1,1 ], "Cannaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tous-les-mois",1,1,1 ], "a large widely cultivated plant, Canna edulis, of the West Indies and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tous-les-mois",1,1,2 ], "the tuber of this plant, used as a source of starch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tousle",1,1,1 ], "to tangle, ruffle, or disarrange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tousle",1,1,2 ], "to treat roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tousle",1,2,1 ], "a disorderly, tangled, or rumpled state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tousle",1,2,2 ], "a dishevelled or disordered mass, esp| of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout court",1,1,1 ], "simply; briefly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout de suite",1,1,1 ], "at once; immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout ensemble",1,1,1 ], "everything considered; all in all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout ensemble",1,2,1 ], "the total impression or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout le monde",1,1,1 ], "all the world; everyone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,1,1 ], "completely; absolutely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,1,1 ], "to solicit (business, customers, etc|), esp| in a brazen way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,2,1,1 ], "purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,2,1,1 ], "to spy on racehorses being trained in order to obtain information for betting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,2,1,2 ], "places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,2,1,2 ], "to sell, or attempt to sell, such information or to take bets, esp| in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,2,2 ], "to recommend flatteringly or excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,3,1,1 ], "a person who spies on racehorses so as to obtain betting information to sell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,3,1,2 ], "a person who sells information obtained by such spying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tout",1,3,2 ], "a person who solicits business in a brazen way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "touzle",1,2,1 ], "a rare spelling of tousle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tovarisch",1,1,1 ], "comrade: a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow truck",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for breakdown van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,1,1 ], "to pull or drag (a vehicle, boat, etc|), esp| by means of a rope or cable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of towing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,2,2 ], "the state of being towed (esp| in the phrases in tow, under tow, on tow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,2,3 ], "something towed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,2,4 ], "something used for towing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,2,5 ], "in tow| in one's charge or under one's influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,2,6 ], "(in motor racing, etc|) the act of taking advantage of the slipstream of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",1,2,6 ], "another car (esp| in the phrase get a tow)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tow",2,1,1 ], "the fibres of hemp, flax, jute, etc|, in the scutched state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",2,1,2 ], "synthetic fibres preparatory to spinning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow",2,1,3 ], "the coarser fibres discarded after combing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow-coloured",1,1,1 ], "pale yellow; flaxen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tow-haired",1,1,1 ], "having blond and sometimes tousled hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towage",1,1,1 ], "a charge made for towing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towage",1,1,2 ], "the act of towing or the state of being towed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toward",1,1,1 ], "in progress; afoot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toward",1,1,2 ], "about to happen; imminent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toward",1,1,3 ], "promising or favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toward",1,2,1 ], "(t@@!w@$$:d, t@$$:d)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toward",1,2,2 ], "a variant of towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towardly",1,1,1 ], "compliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towardly",1,1,2 ], "propitious or suitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towards",1,1,1 ], "in the direction or vicinity of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towards",1,1,2 ], "with regard to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towards",1,1,3 ], "as a contribution or help to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towards",1,1,4 ], "just before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towbar",1,1,1 ], "a rigid metal bar or frame used for towing vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towboat",1,1,1 ], "another word for tug (the boat)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towel rail",1,1,1 ], "a rail or frame in a bathroom, etc|, for hanging towels on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towelling",1,1,1 ], "an absorbent fabric, esp| with a nap, used for making towels, bathrobes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tower",1,1,1 ], "a tall, usually square or circular structure, sometimes part of a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tower",1,1,1 ], "building and usually built for a specific purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tower",1,1,2 ], "a place of defence or retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tower",1,1,3 ], "a mobile structure used in medieval warfare to attack a castle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tower",1,1,4 ], "tower of strength| a person who gives support, comfort, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tower",1,2,1 ], "to be or rise like a tower; loom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towered",1,1,1,1 ], "having a tower or towers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towered",1,1,1,2 ], "four-towered; high-towered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towering",1,1,1 ], "very tall; lofty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towering",1,1,2 ], "outstanding, as in importance or stature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towering",1,1,3 ], "very intense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towhead",1,1,1 ], "a person with blond or yellowish hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towhead",1,1,2 ], "a head of such hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towhee",1,1,1 ], "and Chlorura" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "towhee",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American brownish-coloured sparrows of the genera Pipilo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towing path",1,1,1 ], "another name for towpath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towkay",1,1,1 ], "sir; master: used as a form of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towline",1,1,1 ], "another name for towrope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town clerk",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain until 1974) the secretary and chief administrative officer of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town clerk",1,1,1 ], "town or city" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town clerk",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) the official who keeps the records of a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town crier",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a person employed by a town to make public announcements in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town crier",1,1,1 ], "streets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town gas",1,1,1 ], "coal gas manufactured for domestic and industrial use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town hall",1,1,1 ], "hall for public meetings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town hall",1,1,1 ], "the chief building in which municipal business is transacted, often with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town house",1,1,1 ], "a house in an urban area, esp| a fashionable one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town house",1,1,2 ], "a person's town residence as distinct from his country residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town meeting",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of the inhabitants of a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town meeting",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in New England) an assembly of the qualified voters of a town| Such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town meeting",1,1,2 ], "meeting may exercise all the powers of local government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town planning",1,1,1 ], "including the construction of facilities| U|S| term: city planning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town planning",1,1,1 ], "the comprehensive planning of the physical and social development of a town," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,1,1 ], "a densely populated urban area, typically smaller than a city and larger than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,1,1 ], "a village, having some local powers of government and a fixed boundary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,2 ], "a city, borough, or other urban area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,3 ], "(in the U|S|) a territorial unit of local government that is smaller than a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,3 ], "county; township" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,4 ], "the nearest town or commercial district" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,5 ], "London or the chief city of an area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,6 ], "the inhabitants of a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,7 ], "staff and students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,7 ], "the permanent residents of a university town as opposed to the university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,8 ], "go to town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,8,1 ], "to make supreme or unrestricted effort; go all out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,8,2 ], "Austral| informal| to lose one's temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "town",1,1,9 ], "on the town| seeking out entertainments and amusements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townee",1,1,1 ], "a permanent resident in a town, esp| as distinct from country dwellers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townee",1,1,1 ], "students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "townee",1,1,2 ], "Midlands dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townee",1,1,3 ], "a slick and flashy male city-dweller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townhall clock",1,1,1 ], "another name for moschatel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townscape",1,1,1 ], "a view of an urban scene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,1 ], "a small town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and Canada) a territorial area, esp| a subdivision of a county:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,2 ], "often organized as a unit of local government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,3 ], "(in South Africa) a planned urban settlement of Black Africans or Coloureds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,3,1 ], "any of the local districts of a large parish, each division containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,3,1 ], "village or small town" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,3,2 ], "the particular manor or parish itself as a territorial division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "township",1,1,3,3 ], "the inhabitants of a township collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townsman",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townsman",1,1,2 ], "a person from the same town as oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "townspeople",1,1,1 ], "the inhabitants of a town; citizens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towpath",1,1,1 ], "a path beside a canal or river, used by people or animals towing boats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "towrope",1,1,1 ], "a rope or cable used for towing a vehicle or vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxaemia",1,1,1 ], "a condition characterized by the presence of bacterial toxins in the blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxaemia",1,1,2 ], "the condition in pregnancy of pre-eclampsia or eclampsia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxalbumin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of toxic albumins that occur in certain plants, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxalbumin",1,1,1 ], "toadstools, and in snake venom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toxaphene",1,1,1 ], "an amber waxy solid with a pleasant pine odour, consisting of chlorinated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxaphene",1,1,1 ], "terpenes, esp| chlorinated camphene: used as an insecticide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toxic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by a toxin or poison; poisonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxic",1,1,2 ], "harmful or deadly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicant",1,1,1 ], "a toxic substance; poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicant",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for intoxicant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicant",1,2,1 ], "poisonous; toxic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicity",1,1,1 ], "the degree of strength of a poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicity",1,1,2 ], "the state or quality of being poisonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicogenic",1,1,1 ], "producing toxic substances or effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicogenic",1,1,2 ], "caused or produced by a toxin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicology",1,1,1 ], "antidotes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toxicology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with poisons, their nature, effects, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxicosis",1,1,1 ], "any disease or condition caused by poisoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxin",1,1,1 ], "any of various poisonous substances produced by microorganisms that stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxin",1,1,1 ], "the production of neutralizing substances (antitoxins) in the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toxin",1,1,2 ], "any other poisonous substance of plant or animal origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxin-antitoxin",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of a specific toxin and antitoxin| The diphtheria toxin-antitoxin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxin-antitoxin",1,1,1 ], "was formerly used in the U|S| for active immunization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toxoid",1,1,1 ], "a toxin that has been treated to reduce its toxicity and is used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxoid",1,1,1 ], "immunization to stimulate production of antitoxins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toxophilite",1,1,1 ], "an archer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxophilite",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to archery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxoplasmosis",1,1,1 ], "a protozoal disease characterized by jaundice, enlarged liver and spleen, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toxoplasmosis",1,1,1 ], "convulsions, caused by infection with Toxoplasma gondii" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tox|",1,1,1 ], "toxicology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,1,1 ], "an object designed to be played with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,1,1,1 ], "one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,1,1,1 ], "something that is a nonfunctioning replica of something else, esp| a miniature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,1,2 ], "any small thing of little value; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,1,2,1 ], "something small or miniature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "toy",1,2,1 ], "to play, fiddle, or flirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tra-la",1,1,1 ], "a set of nonsensical syllables used in humming music, esp| for a melody or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tra-la",1,1,1 ], "refrain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trabeated",1,1,1 ], "constructed with horizontal beams as opposed to arches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trabecula",1,1,1 ], "any of various rod-shaped structures that support other organs|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trabecula",1,1,2 ], "any of various rod-shaped cells or structures that bridge a cavity, as within" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trabecula",1,1,2 ], "the capsule of a moss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracasserie",1,1,1 ], "a turmoil; annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace element",1,1,1 ], "and are essential for many physiological and biochemical processes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trace element",1,1,1 ], "any of various chemical elements that occur in very small amounts in organisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,1 ], "a mark or other sign that something has been in a place; vestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,10 ], "a way taken; route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,2 ], "a tiny or scarcely detectable amount or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,3 ], "a footprint or other indication of the passage of an animal or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,4 ], "any line drawn by a recording instrument or a record consisting of a number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,4 ], "such lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,5 ], "something drawn, such as a tracing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,6 ], "a beaten track or path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,7 ], "the postulated alteration in the cells of the nervous system that occurs as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,7 ], "the result of any experience or learning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,8 ], "the intersection of a surface with a coordinate plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,1,9 ], "an amount of precipitation that is too small to be measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,2,1 ], "to follow, discover, or ascertain the course or development of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,3,1 ], "to track down and find, as by following a trail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,3,2 ], "superimposed sheet of transparent paper or other material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,3,2 ], "to copy (a design, map, etc|) by drawing over the lines visible through a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,4,1,1 ], "to draw or delineate (a plan or diagram) of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,4,1,2 ], "to outline or sketch (an idea, policy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,5,1 ], "to decorate with tracery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,6,1 ], "to imprint (a design) on cloth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,6,2 ], "(usually foll| by back) to follow or be followed to source; date back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",1,6,3 ], "to make one's way over, through, or along (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",2,1,1 ], "either of the two side straps that connect a horse's harness to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",2,1,1 ], "whiffletree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trace",2,1,2 ], "a short piece of gut or nylon attaching a hook or fly to a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trace",2,1,3 ], "kick over the traces| escape or defy control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracer bullet",1,1,1 ], "a round of small arms ammunition containing a tracer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that traces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,1,1 ], "ammunition that can be observed when in flight by the burning of chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,1,1 ], "substances in the base of the projectile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,2 ], "absorption, etc|, by following its progress through the body with a Geiger counter or other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,2 ], "any radioactive isotope introduced into the body to study metabolic processes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,2 ], "detector" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tracer",1,1,3 ], "an investigation to trace missing cargo, mail, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracery",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of interlacing ribs, esp| as used in the upper part of a Gothic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracery",1,1,1 ], "window, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracery",1,1,2 ], "any fine pattern resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trachea",1,1,1 ], "larynx to the bronchi| Nontechnical name: windpipe|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trachea",1,1,1 ], "the membranous tube with cartilaginous rings that conveys inhaled air from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trachea",1,1,2 ], "any of the tubes in insects and related animals that convey air from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trachea",1,1,2 ], "spiracles to the tissues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trachea",1,1,3 ], "another name for vessel ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracheid",1,1,1 ], "an element of xylem tissue consisting of an elongated lignified cell with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracheid",1,1,1 ], "tapering ends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracheitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the trachea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracheo-",1,1,1 ], "denoting the trachea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracheophyte",1,1,1 ], "any plant that has a conducting system of xylem and phloem elements; a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracheophyte",1,1,1 ], "vascular plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracheostomy",1,1,1 ], "following tracheotomy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracheostomy",1,1,1 ], "the surgical formation of a temporary or permanent opening into the trachea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracheotomy",1,1,1 ], "passage has been blocked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracheotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into the trachea, usually performed when the upper air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trachoma",1,1,1 ], "a chronic contagious viral disease of the eye characterized by inflammation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trachoma",1,1,1 ], "the conjunctiva and cornea and the formation of scar tissue, caused by infection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trachoma",1,1,1 ], "with Chlamydia trachomatis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trachyte",1,1,1 ], "a light-coloured fine-grained volcanic rock of rough texture consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trachyte",1,1,1 ], "feldspars with small amounts of pyroxene or amphibole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trachytic",1,1,1 ], "(of the texture of certain igneous rocks) characterized by a parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trachytic",1,1,1 ], "arrangement of crystals, which mark the flow of the lava when still molten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracing paper",1,1,1 ], "strong transparent paper used for tracing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracing",1,1,1 ], "a copy made by tracing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracing",1,1,2 ], "the act of making a trace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracing",1,1,3 ], "a record made by an instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track down",1,1,1 ], "to find by tracking or pursuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track meet",1,1,1 ], "an athletics meeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track record",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track record",1,1,1 ], "the past record of the accomplishments and failures of a person, business," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track rod",1,1,1 ], "the rod connecting the two front wheels of a motor vehicle ensuring that they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track rod",1,1,1 ], "turn at the same angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track shoe",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of light running shoes fitted with steel spikes for better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track shoe",1,1,1 ], "grip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,1 ], "the mark or trail left by something that has passed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,10 ], "the distance between the points of contact with the ground of a pair of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,10 ], "undercarriage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,10 ], "wheels, such as the front wheels of a motor vehicle or the paired wheels of an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,11 ], "a hypothetical trace made on the surface of the earth by a point directly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,11 ], "below an aircraft in flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,12 ], "keep track of| to follow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,13 ], "(or fail to follow) the passage, course, or progress of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,14 ], "off the beaten track| isolated; secluded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,15 ], "off the track| away from what is correct or true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,16 ], "on the track of| on the scent or trail of; pursuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,17 ], "the right track| pursuing the correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,18 ], "(or incorrect) line of investigation, inquiry, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,2 ], "any road or path affording passage, esp| a rough one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,3 ], "a rail or pair of parallel rails on which a vehicle, such as a locomotive," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,3 ], "runs, esp| the rails together with the sleepers, ballast, etc|, on a railway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,4 ], "a course of action, thought, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,5 ], "a line of motion or travel, such as flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,6 ], "an endless jointed metal band driven by the wheels of a vehicle such as a tank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,6 ], "or tractor to enable it to move across rough or muddy ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,7 ], "bubble chamber, or photographic emulsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,7 ], "the path of a particle of ionizing radiation as observed in a cloud chamber," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,7,1 ], "a course for running or racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,7,1 ], "sports performed on a track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,7,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,7,2 ], "track and field events as a whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,8 ], "a path on a magnetic recording medium, esp| magnetic tape, on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,8 ], "information, such as music or speech, from a single input channel is recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,9 ], "any of a number of separate sections in the recording on either side of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,1,9 ], "gramophone record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,1 ], "to follow the trail of (a person, animal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,2 ], "radio or radar signals transmitted or reflected by it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,2 ], "to follow the flight path of (a satellite, spacecraft, etc|) by picking up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,2,1 ], "to provide with a track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,2,2 ], "to run on a track of (a certain width)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,3 ], "(of a camera or camera-operator) to follow (a moving object) in any direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,3 ], "while operating" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,2,4 ], "to follow a track through (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,3,1 ], "(of the pickup, stylus, etc|, of a gramophone) to follow the groove of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "track",1,3,1 ], "record" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracking station",1,1,1 ], "a station that can use a radio or radar beam to determine and follow the path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracking station",1,1,1 ], "of an object, esp| a spacecraft or satellite, in space or in the atmosphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracklaying",1,1,1 ], "(of a vehicle) having an endless jointed metal band around the wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trackless",1,1,1 ], "having or leaving no trace or trail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trackless",1,1,2 ], "(of a vehicle) using or having no tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trackman",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for platelayer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracks",1,1,1 ], "marks, such as footprints, tyre impressions, etc|, left by someone or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracks",1,1,1 ], "something that has passed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracks",1,1,2 ], "in one's tracks| on the very spot where one is standing (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracks",1,1,2 ], "stop in one's tracks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tracks",1,1,3 ], "make tracks| to leave or depart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracks",1,1,4 ], "make tracks for| to go or head towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tracksuit",1,1,1 ], "a warm suit worn by athletes, usually over the clothes, esp| during training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tract",1,1,1 ], "an extended area, as of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tract",1,1,2 ], "a system of organs, glands, or other tissues that has a particular function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tract",1,1,3 ], "a bundle of nerve fibres having the same function, origin, and termination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tract",1,1,4 ], "an extended period of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tract",2,1,1 ], "a treatise or pamphlet, esp| a religious or moralistic one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tract",3,1,1 ], "an anthem in some Masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tractable",1,1,1 ], "easily controlled or persuaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tractable",1,1,2 ], "readily worked; malleable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tractate",1,1,1 ], "a short tract; treatise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tractile",1,1,1 ], "capable of being drawn out; ductile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traction engine",1,1,1 ], "a steam-powered locomotive used, esp| formerly, for drawing heavy loads along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traction engine",1,1,1 ], "haulage purposes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "traction engine",1,1,1 ], "roads or over rough ground| It usually has two large rear wheels and a rope drum for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traction",1,1,1 ], "the act of drawing or pulling, esp| by motive power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traction",1,1,2 ], "the state of being drawn or pulled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traction",1,1,3 ], "dislocated bone, using a system of weights and pulleys or splints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traction",1,1,3 ], "the application of a steady pull on a part during healing of a fractured or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traction",1,1,4 ], "the adhesive friction between a wheel and a surface, as between a driving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traction",1,1,4 ], "wheel of a motor vehicle and the road" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tractor",1,1,1 ], "a motor vehicle used to pull heavy loads, esp| farm machinery such as a plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tractor",1,1,1 ], "or harvester| It usually has two large rear wheels with deeply treaded tyres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tractor",1,1,2 ], "a short motor vehicle with a powerful engine and a driver's cab, used to pull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tractor",1,1,2 ], "a trailer, as in an articulated lorry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tractor",1,1,3 ], "an aircraft with its propeller or propellers mounted in front of the engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trad",1,1,1 ], "traditional jazz, as revived in the 1950s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trad",1,2,1 ], "short for traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade acceptance",1,1,1 ], "an accepted bill of exchange drawn on the purchaser of commodities by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade acceptance",1,1,1 ], "seller" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade book",1,1,1 ], "an ordinary edition of a book sold in the normal way in shops, as opposed to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade book",1,1,1 ], "de luxe or mail-order edition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade cycle",1,1,1 ], "of a capitalist country" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade cycle",1,1,1 ], "the recurrent fluctuation between boom and depression in the economic activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade discount",1,1,1 ], "a sum or percentage deducted from the list price of a commodity allowed by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade discount",1,1,1 ], "manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler to a retailer or by one enterprise to another in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade discount",1,1,1 ], "same trade" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trade gap",1,1,1 ], "the amount by which the value of a country's visible imports exceeds that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade gap",1,1,1 ], "visible exports; an unfavourable balance of trade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade journal",1,1,1 ], "a periodical containing new developments, discussions, etc|, concerning a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade journal",1,1,1 ], "trade or profession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade name",1,1,1 ], "the name used by a trade to refer to a commodity, service, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade name",1,1,2 ], "the name under which a commercial enterprise operates in business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade on",1,1,1 ], "to exploit or take advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade plate",1,1,1 ], "a numberplate attached temporarily to a vehicle by a dealer, etc|, before the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade plate",1,1,1 ], "vehicle has been registered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade school",1,1,1 ], "a school or teaching unit organized by an industry or large company to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade school",1,1,1 ], "trade training, apprentice education, and similar courses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade secret",1,1,1 ], "a secret formula, technique, process, etc|, known and used to advantage by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade secret",1,1,1 ], "only one manufacturer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade union",1,1,1 ], "an association of employees formed to improve their incomes and working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade union",1,1,1 ], "conditions by collective bargaining with the employer or employer organizations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade wind",1,1,1 ], "N hemisphere or the southeast in the S hemisphere, approximately between" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade wind",1,1,1 ], "a wind blowing obliquely towards the equator either from the northeast in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade wind",1,1,1 ], "latitudes 30 degrees N and S, forming part of the planetary wind system" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,1 ], "domestic (wholesale and retail) markets or on the international (import, export, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,1 ], "entrepot) markets" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of buying and selling goods and services either on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,10 ], "a custom or habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,2 ], "a personal occupation, esp| a craft requiring skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,3 ], "the people and practices of an industry, craft, or business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,4 ], "exchange of one thing for something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,5 ], "the regular clientele of a firm or industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,6 ], "amount of custom or commercial dealings; business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,7 ], "a specified market or business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,8 ], "an occupation in commerce, as opposed to a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,1,9 ], "a sexual partner or sexual partners collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,2,1 ], "to buy and sell (commercial merchandise)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,2,2 ], "to exchange (one thing) for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,3,1 ], "to engage in trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade",1,4,1 ], "to deal or do business (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade-last",1,1,1 ], "a compliment that one has heard about someone, which one offers to tell to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trade-last",1,1,1 ], "that person in exchange for a compliment heard about oneself" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trade-off",1,1,1 ], "an exchange, esp| as a compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trademark",1,1,1 ], "associated with competing manufacturers or dealers| It is officially registered and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trademark",1,1,1 ], "legally protected" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "trademark",1,1,1 ], "manufacturer or distributed by a particular dealer and to distinguish them from products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trademark",1,1,1 ], "the name or other symbol used to identify the goods produced by a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trademark",1,1,2 ], "any distinctive sign or mark of the presence of a person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trademark",1,2,1 ], "to label with a trademark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trademark",1,2,2 ], "to register as a trademark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trader",1,1,1 ], "a person who engages in trade; dealer; merchant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trader",1,1,2 ], "a vessel regularly employed in foreign or coastal trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trader",1,1,3 ], "a member who operates mainly on his own account rather than for customers'" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trader",1,1,3 ], "accounts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tradescantia",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the American genus Tradescantia, widely cultivated for their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradescantia",1,1,1 ], "striped variegated leaves: family Commelinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tradesman",1,1,1 ], "a man engaged in trade, esp| a retail dealer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradesman",1,1,2 ], "a skilled worker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradespeople",1,1,1 ], "people engaged in trade, esp| shopkeepers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trading estate",1,1,1 ], "a large area in which a number of commercial or industrial firms are situated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trading post",1,1,1 ], "a general store established by a trader in an unsettled or thinly populated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trading post",1,1,1 ], "region" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trading post",1,1,2 ], "a booth or location on an exchange floor at which a particular security is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trading post",1,1,2 ], "traded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trading stamp",1,1,1 ], "a stamp of stated value given by some retail organizations to customers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trading stamp",1,1,1 ], "according to the value of their purchases and redeemable for articles offered on a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trading stamp",1,1,1 ], "premium list" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,1 ], "etc|, esp| by word of mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,1 ], "the handing down from generation to generation of the same customs, beliefs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,2 ], "country, people, family, or institution over a relatively long period" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,2 ], "the body of customs, thought, practices, etc|, belonging to a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,3 ], "a specific custom or practice of long standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,4 ], "a doctrine or body of doctrines regarded as having been established by Christ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,4 ], "or the apostles though not contained in Scripture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,5 ], "a body of laws regarded as having been handed down from Moses orally and only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,5 ], "committed to writing in the 2nd century a|d" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,6 ], "the Sunna" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,6 ], "the beliefs and customs of Islam supplementing the Koran, esp| as embodied in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tradition",1,1,7 ], "the act of formally transferring ownership of movable property; delivery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traditional",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or being a tradition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traditional",1,1,2 ], "accompanied by various rhythm instruments" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "traditional",1,1,2 ], "by collective improvisation by a front line of trumpet, trombone, and clarinet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traditional",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the style of jazz originating in New Orleans, characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traditionalism",1,1,1 ], "a system of philosophy in which all knowledge is thought to originate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traditionalism",1,1,1 ], "divine revelation and to be perpetuated by tradition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traditionalism",1,1,2 ], "adherence to tradition, esp| in religion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traditor",1,1,1 ], "a Christian who betrayed his fellow Christians at the time of the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traditor",1,1,1 ], "persecutions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traduce",1,1,1 ], "to speak badly or maliciously of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traducianism",1,1,1 ], "concomitantly with its body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traducianism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the soul is transmitted to a child in the act of generation or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic circle",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for roundabout ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic court",1,1,1 ], "a magistrates' court dealing with traffic offences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic island",1,1,1 ], "another name for island ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic jam",1,1,1 ], "a number of vehicles so obstructed that they can scarcely move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic light",1,1,1 ], "control the flow of traffic| A red light indicates that traffic must stop and a green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traffic light",1,1,1 ], "green" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "traffic light",1,1,1 ], "light that it may go: usually an amber warning light is added between the red and the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "traffic light",1,1,1 ], "one of a set of coloured lights placed at crossroads, junctions, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic pattern",1,1,1 ], "a pattern of permitted lanes in the air around an airport to which an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic pattern",1,1,1 ], "is restricted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traffic warden",1,1,1 ], "a person who is appointed to supervise road traffic and report traffic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traffic warden",1,1,1 ], "offences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trafficator",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an illuminated arm on a motor vehicle that was raised to indicate a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trafficator",1,1,1 ], "left or right turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragacanth",1,1,1 ], "any of various spiny leguminous plants of the genus Astragalus, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragacanth",1,1,1 ], "gummifer, of Asia, having clusters of white, yellow, or purple flowers, and yielding a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragacanth",1,1,1 ], "substance that is made into a gum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tragacanth",1,1,2 ], "and lozenges and in calico-printing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragacanth",1,1,2 ], "the gum obtained from any of these plants, used in the manufacture of pills" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in classical and Renaissance drama) a play in which the protagonist," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,1 ], "deal" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,1 ], "through the combination of a personal failing and circumstances with which he cannot" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,1 ], "usually a man of importance and outstanding personal qualities, falls to disaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,2 ], "(in later drama, such as that of Ibsen) a play in which the protagonist is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,2 ], "overcome by a combination of social and psychological circumstances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,3 ], "any dramatic or literary composition dealing with serious or sombre themes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,3 ], "ending with disaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,4 ], "(in medieval literature) a literary work in which a great person falls from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,4 ], "prosperity to disaster, often through no fault of his own" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,5 ], "the branch of drama dealing with such themes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,6 ], "the unfortunate aspect of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragedy",1,1,7 ], "a shocking or sad event; disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragic flaw",1,1,1 ], "the failing of character in a tragic hero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragic irony",1,1,1 ], "dramatic irony used to tragic effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of tragedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragic",1,1,2 ], "mournful or pitiable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragicomedy",1,1,1,1 ], "a drama in which aspects of both tragedy and comedy are found" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragicomedy",1,1,1,2 ], "the dramatic genre of works of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragicomedy",1,1,2 ], "an event or incident having both comic and tragic aspects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragopan",1,1,1 ], "any pheasant of the genus Tragopan, of S and SE Asia, having a brilliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragopan",1,1,1 ], "plumage and brightly coloured fleshy processes on the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragus",1,1,1 ], "external ear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tragus",1,1,1 ], "the cartilaginous fleshy projection that partially covers the entrance to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tragus",1,1,2 ], "any of the hairs that grow just inside this entrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail away",1,1,1 ], "to make or become fainter, quieter, or weaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail rope",1,1,1 ], "another name for dragrope ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail rope",1,1,2 ], "a long rope formerly used for various military purposes, esp| to allow a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail rope",1,1,2 ], "vehicle, horses, or men to pull a gun carriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,1,1 ], "to drag, stream, or permit to drag or stream along a surface, esp| the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,1,2 ], "to make (a track or path) through (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,1,3 ], "to chase, follow, or hunt (an animal or person) by following marks or tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,1,4 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by behind) to lag or linger behind (a person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,1,4 ], "thing)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of plants) to extend, hang, or droop over or along a surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,3,1 ], "to tow (a boat, caravan, etc|) behind a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,4,1 ], "position, with the muzzle to the fore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,4,1 ], "to carry (a rifle) at the full length of the right arm in a horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,5,1 ], "to move wearily or slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,1 ], "a print, mark, or marks made by a person, animal, or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,2 ], "the act or an instance of trailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,3 ], "animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,3 ], "the scent left by a moving person or animal that is followed by a hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,4 ], "a path, track, or road, esp| one roughly blazed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,5 ], "something that trails behind or trails in loops or strands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,6 ], "movement and rests on the ground as a partial support when unlimbered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trail",1,6,6 ], "the part of a towed gun carriage and limber that connects the two when in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailblazer",1,1,1 ], "a leader or pioneer in a particular field" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailblazer",1,1,2 ], "a person who blazes a trail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailer truck",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for articulated lorry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailer",1,1,1 ], "a road vehicle, usually two-wheeled, towed by a motor vehicle: used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailer",1,1,1 ], "transporting boats, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trailer",1,1,2 ], "a series of short extracts from a film, used to advertise it in a cinema or on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailer",1,1,2 ], "television" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trailer",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that trails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailer",1,1,4 ], "the U|S| name for caravan ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailing arbutus",1,1,1 ], "a creeping evergreen ericaceous plant, Epigaea repens, of E North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailing arbutus",1,1,1 ], "having clusters of fragrant pink or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trailing edge",1,1,1 ], "the rear edge of a propeller blade or aerofoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailing vortex drag",1,1,1 ], "drag arising from vortices that occur behind a body moving through a gas or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trailing vortex drag",1,1,1 ], "liquid| Former name: induced drag" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "train spotter",1,1,1 ], "a person who collects the numbers of railway locomotives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,1,1 ], "experiences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,1,1 ], "to guide or teach (to do something), as by subjecting to various exercises or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,2,1 ], "to control or guide towards a specific goal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,3,1 ], "to do exercises and prepare for a specific purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,4,1 ], "to improve or curb by subjecting to discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,5,1 ], "to focus or bring to bear (on something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,1,1 ], "a line of coaches or wagons coupled together and drawn by a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,1,1 ], "locomotive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,2 ], "a sequence or series, as of events, objects, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,3 ], "a procession of people, vehicles, etc|, travelling together, such as one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,3 ], "carrying supplies of ammunition or equipment in support of a military operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,4 ], "a series of interacting parts through which motion is transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,5 ], "a fuse or line of gunpowder to an explosive charge, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,6 ], "along the floor behind the wearer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,6 ], "something drawn along, such as the long back section of a dress that trails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,7 ], "a retinue or suite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "train",1,6,8 ], "proper order or course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trainband",1,1,1 ], "a company of English militia from the 16th to the 18th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trainbearer",1,1,1 ], "an attendant in a procession who holds up the train of a dignitary's robe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trainee",1,1,1,1 ], "a person undergoing training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trainee",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trainer",1,1,1 ], "a person who trains athletes in a sport" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trainer",1,1,2 ], "a piece of equipment employed in training, such as a simulated aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trainer",1,1,2 ], "cockpit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trainer",1,1,3 ], "a person who schools racehorses and prepares them for racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "training",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|, by practice and instruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "training",1,1,1,1 ], "the process of bringing a person, etc|, to an agreed standard of proficiency," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "training",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "training",1,1,2 ], "in training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "training",1,1,2,1 ], "undergoing physical training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "training",1,1,2,2 ], "physically fit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "training",1,1,3 ], "out of training| physically unfit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traipse",1,1,1 ], "to walk heavily or tiredly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traipse",1,2,1 ], "a long or tiring walk; trudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trait",1,1,1 ], "a characteristic feature or quality distinguishing a particular person or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trait",1,1,1 ], "thing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trait",1,1,2 ], "a touch or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traitor",1,1,1 ], "a cause or trust, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traitor",1,1,1 ], "a person who is guilty of treason or treachery, in betraying friends, country," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traject",1,1,1 ], "to transport or transmit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trajectory",1,1,1 ], "of a projectile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trajectory",1,1,1 ], "the path described by an object moving in air or space, esp| the curved path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trajectory",1,1,2 ], "a curve that cuts a family of curves or surfaces at a constant angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tram",1,1,1 ], "an electrically driven public transport vehicle that runs on rails let into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tram",1,1,1 ], "names: streetcar, trolley car" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tram",1,1,1 ], "the surface of the road, power usually being taken from an overhead wire| U|S|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tram",1,1,2 ], "a small vehicle on rails for carrying loads in a mine; tub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tram",3,1,1 ], "(in weaving) a weft yarn of two or more twisted strands of silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramline",1,1,1 ], "the tracks on which a tram runs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramline",1,1,2 ], "the route taken by a tram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramline",1,1,3 ], "the outer markings along the sides of a tennis or badminton court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramline",1,1,4 ], "a set of guiding principles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trammie",1,1,1 ], "the conductor or driver of a tram" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,1,1 ], "being or coming from the far side of the mountains, esp| from the other side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,1,1 ], "of the Alps as seen from Italy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,1,2 ], "foreign or barbarous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,1,3 ], "(of a wind) blowing down from the mountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,2,1 ], "an inhabitant of a tramontane country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,2,2 ], "W Mediterranean" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,2,2 ], "a cold dry wind blowing south or southwest from the mountains in Italy and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramontane",1,2,3 ], "a foreigner or barbarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,1,1 ], "to walk long and far; hike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,1,2 ], "to walk heavily or firmly across or through (a place); march or trudge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,2,1 ], "to wander about as a vagabond or tramp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,3,1 ], "to tread or trample" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,1 ], "a person who travels about on foot, usually with no permanent home, living by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,1 ], "begging or doing casual work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,2 ], "a long hard walk; hike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,3 ], "a heavy or rhythmic step or tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,4 ], "the sound of heavy treading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,5 ], "a merchant ship that does not run between ports on a regular schedule but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,5 ], "carries cargo wherever the shippers desire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,6 ], "a prostitute or promiscuous girl or woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramp",1,4,7 ], "an iron plate on the sole of a boot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trample",1,1,1 ], "(on)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trample",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by on, upon, or over) to stamp or walk roughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trample",1,1,2 ], "to encroach (upon) so as to violate or hurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trample",1,2,1 ], "the action or sound of trampling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trampoline",1,1,1 ], "a tough canvas sheet suspended by springs or elasticated cords from a frame," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trampoline",1,1,1 ], "used by acrobats, gymnasts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trampoline",1,2,1 ], "to exercise on a trampoline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramway",1,1,1 ], "another name for tramline ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramway",1,1,1,1 ], "a public transportation system using trams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramway",1,1,1,2 ], "the company owning or running such a system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramway",1,1,2 ], "a small or temporary railway for moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tramway",1,1,2 ], "freight along tracks, as in a quarry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,1 ], "a hypnotic state resembling sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,2 ], "any mental state in which a person is unaware or apparently unaware of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,2 ], "environment, characterized by loss of voluntary movement, rigidity, and lack of sensitivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,2 ], "to external stimuli" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,3 ], "a dazed or stunned state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,4 ], "a state of ecstasy or mystic absorption so intense as to cause a temporary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,4 ], "loss of consciousness at the earthly level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,5 ], "a state in which a medium, having temporarily lost consciousness, can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,5 ], "supposedly be controlled by an intelligence from without as a means of communication with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,1,5 ], "the dead" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trance",1,2,1 ], "to put into or as into a trance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trannie",1,1,1 ], "a transistor radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tranquil",1,1,1 ], "calm, peaceful or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tranquillize",1,1,1 ], "to make or become calm or calmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tranquillizer",1,1,1 ], "a drug that calms a person without affecting clarity of consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tranquillizer",1,1,2 ], "anything that tranquillizes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transact",1,1,1 ], "to do, conduct, or negotiate (business, a deal, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transactinide",1,1,1 ], "any artificially produced element with an atomic number greater than 103" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transaction",1,1,1 ], "something that is transacted, esp| a business deal or negotiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transaction",1,1,2 ], "the act of transacting or the state of being transacted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transaction",1,1,3 ], "the published records of the proceedings of a society, conference, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transalpine",1,1,1 ], "situated in or relating to places beyond the Alps, esp| from Italy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transalpine",1,1,2 ], "passing over the Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transalpine",1,2,1 ], "a transalpine person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transatlantic",1,1,1 ], "on or from the other side of the Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transatlantic",1,1,2 ], "crossing the Atlantic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcalent",1,1,1 ], "permitting the passage of heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transceiver",1,1,1 ], "a combined radio transmitter and receiver with certain components and circuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transceiver",1,1,1 ], "in common but which does not allow simultaneous transmission and reception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcend",1,1,1 ], "excellence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcend",1,1,1 ], "to go above or beyond (a limit, expectation, etc|), as in degree or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcend",1,2,1 ], "to be superior to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcend",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of the Deity) to exist beyond (the material world)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,1,1 ], "exceeding or surpassing in degree or excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,1,1,1 ], "(in the philosophy of Kant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,1,2 ], "beyond or before experience; a priori" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a concept) falling outside a given set of categories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,1,2,3 ], "beyond consciousness or direct apprehension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,1,3 ], "(of God) having continuous existence outside the created world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,1,4 ], "free from the limitations inherent in matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendent",1,2,1 ], "a transcendent thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental meditation",1,1,1 ], "a technique, based on Hindu traditions, for relaxing and refreshing the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental meditation",1,1,1 ], "and body through the silent repetition of a mantra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,1 ], "transcendent, superior, or surpassing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,2 ], "(in the philosophy of Kant)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a judgment or logical deduction)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,3 ], "being both synthetic and a priori" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,3,2 ], "of or relating to knowledge of the presuppositions of thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,4 ], "beyond our experience of phenomena, although not beyond potential experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to those theories that explain knowledge with reference to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,5 ], "process of knowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,6 ], "mystical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,6 ], "surpassing the natural plane of reality or knowledge; supernatural or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,6,1 ], "(of a number or quantity)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,7 ], "coefficients such as r or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,7 ], "real but nonalgebraic not being a root of any polynomial with rational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,7,2 ], "(of a function) not capable of expression in terms of a finite number of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendental",1,1,7,2 ], "arithmetical operations, as sin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcendentalism",1,1,1,1 ], "any system of philosophy, esp| that of Kant, holding that the key to reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendentalism",1,1,1,1 ], "lies in the critical examination of reason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcendentalism",1,1,1,2 ], "any system of philosophy, esp| that of Emerson, that emphasizes intuition as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendentalism",1,1,1,2 ], "means to knowledge or the importance of the search for the divine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcendentalism",1,1,2 ], "vague philosophical speculation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendentalism",1,1,3 ], "the state of being transcendental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcendentalism",1,1,4 ], "something, such as thought or language, that is transcendental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcontinental",1,1,1 ], "crossing a continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcontinental",1,1,2 ], "on or from the far side of a continent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,1 ], "to write, type, or print out fully from speech, notes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,2 ], "to make a phonetic transcription of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,3 ], "to transliterate or translate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,4 ], "broadcast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,4 ], "to make an electrical recording of (a programme or speech) for a later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,5 ], "originally intended; arrange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,5 ], "to rewrite (a piece of music) for an instrument or medium other than that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,5,1 ], "another, such as magnetic tape" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,5,1 ], "to transfer (information) from one storage device, such as punched cards, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,5,2 ], "to transfer (information) from a computer to an external storage device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,6 ], "esp| messenger RNA" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transcribe",1,1,6 ], "to convert the genetic information in (a strand of DNA) into a strand of RNA," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcript",1,1,1 ], "a written, typed, or printed copy or manuscript made by transcribing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcript",1,1,2 ], "an official record of a student's school progress and achievements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcript",1,1,3 ], "any reproduction or copy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcription",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of transcribing or the state of being transcribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcription",1,1,2 ], "something transcribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcription",1,1,3 ], "a representation in writing of the actual pronunciation of a speech sound," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcription",1,1,3 ], "or set of symbols specially designated as standing for corresponding phonetic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transcription",1,1,3 ], "values" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "transcription",1,1,3 ], "word, or piece of continuous text, using not a conventional orthography but a symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transculturation",1,1,1 ], "the introduction of foreign elements into an established culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transcurrent",1,1,1 ], "running across; transverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transducer",1,1,1 ], "any device, such as a microphone or electric motor, that converts one form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transducer",1,1,1 ], "energy into another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transduction",1,1,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transduction",1,1,1 ], "the transfer by a bacteriophage of genetic material from one bacterium to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transect",1,1,1 ], "to cut or divide crossways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transept",1,1,1 ], "either of the two wings of a cruciform church at right angles to the nave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transeunt",1,1,1 ], "(of a mental act) causing effects outside the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer RNA",1,1,1 ], "any of several soluble forms of RNA of low molecular weight, each of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer RNA",1,1,1 ], "shortened to t-RNA" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transfer RNA",1,1,1 ], "transports a specific amino acid to a ribosome during protein synthesis| Sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer fee",1,1,1 ], "a sum of money paid by one football club to another for a transferred player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer list",1,1,1 ], "a list of football players available for transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer payment",1,1,1 ], "a pension or unemployment benefit|It is not reckoned when calculating the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer payment",1,1,1 ], "money received by an individual or family from the state or other body, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer payment",1,1,1 ], "national income as it is money transferred rather than paid for merchandise or a service" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transfer payment",1,1,1 ], "rendered" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,1 ], "(trns!f$z$:), fers, ferring, ferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,2 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,2 ], "to change or go or cause to change or go from one thing, person, or point to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,3 ], "to change (buses, trains, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,4 ], "to make over (property, etc|) to another; convey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,5 ], "to displace (a drawing, design, etc|) from one surface to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,6 ], "(of a football player, esp| a professional) to change clubs or (of a club," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,6 ], "manager, etc|) to sell or release (a player) to another club" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,7 ], "to leave one school, college, etc|, and enrol at another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,1,8 ], "to change (the meaning of a word, etc|), esp| by metaphorical extension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,1 ], "the act, process, or system of transferring, or the state of being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,1 ], "transferred" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that transfers or is transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,2 ], "a design or drawing that is transferred from one surface to another, as by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,2 ], "ironing a printed design onto cloth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,3 ], "act of the parties or by operation of law; conveyance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,3 ], "the passing of title to property or other right from one person to another by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,4 ], "in the books of the issuing enterprise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,4 ], "the act of transferring the title of ownership to shares or registered bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,5 ], "any document or form effecting or regulating a transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfer",1,2,6 ], "a ticket that allows a passenger to change routes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transferable vote",1,1,1 ], "a vote that is transferred to a second candidate indicated by the voter if the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transferable vote",1,1,1 ], "first is eliminated from the ballot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transferase",1,1,1 ], "any enzyme that catalyses the transfer of a chemical group from one substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transferase",1,1,1 ], "to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transferee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom property is transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transferee",1,1,2 ], "a person who is transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transference",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of transferring or the state of being transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transference",1,1,2 ], "the redirection of attitudes and emotions towards a substitute, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transference",1,1,2 ], "towards the analyst during therapy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transferor",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes a transfer, as of property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transferrin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of blood glycoproteins that transport iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfiguration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of transfiguring or the state of being transfigured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfigure",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfigure",1,1,2 ], "to become or cause to become more exalted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfinite number",1,1,1 ], "a cardinal or ordinal number used in the comparison of infinite sets for which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfinite number",1,1,1 ], "several types of infinity can be classified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfinite",1,1,1 ], "extending beyond the finite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfix",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to render motionless, esp| with horror or shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfix",1,1,2 ], "to impale or fix with a sharp weapon or other device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,1,1 ], "(trns!f@$$:m)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,1,2 ], "to alter or be altered radically in form, function, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,2,1 ], "to convert (one form of energy) to another form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,3,1 ], "to change the form of (an equation, expression, etc|) by a mathematical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,3,1 ], "transformation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,4,1 ], "to increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage) using a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,4,1 ], "transformer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transform",1,5,1 ], "the result of a mathematical transformation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,1 ], "a change or alteration, esp| a radical one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,2 ], "the act of transforming or the state of being transformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,2,1 ], "a change in position or direction of the reference axes in a coordinate system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,2,1 ], "without an alteration in their relative angle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,2,2 ], "a change in an expression or equation resulting from the substitution of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,2,2 ], "set of variables by another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,3 ], "a change in an atomic nucleus to a different nuclide as the result of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,3 ], "emission of either an alpha-particle or a beta-particle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,4 ], "another word for transformational rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformation",1,1,5 ], "an apparently miraculous change in the appearance of a stage set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformational grammar",1,1,1 ], "a grammatical description of a language making essential use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformational grammar",1,1,1 ], "transformational rules| Such grammars are usually but not necessarily generative grammars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transformational rule",1,1,1 ], "a rule that converts one phrase marker into another| Taken together, these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformational rule",1,1,1 ], "rules, which form the transformational component of the grammar, convert the deep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transformational rule",1,1,1 ], "structures of sentences into their surface structures" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transformer",1,1,1 ], "a device that transfers an alternating current from one circuit to one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformer",1,1,1 ], "other circuits, usually with an increase (step-up transformer) or decrease (step-down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transformer",1,1,1 ], "taken from a secondary winding or windings inductively linked to the primary" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "transformer",1,1,1 ], "transformer) of voltage| The input current is fed to a primary winding, the output being" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transformer",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that transforms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transformism",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for evolution, esp| the theory of evolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfuse",1,1,1 ], "to permeate or infuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfuse",1,1,1,1 ], "to inject (blood, etc|) into a blood vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfuse",1,1,1,2 ], "to give a transfusion to (a patient)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfuse",1,1,2 ], "to transfer from one vessel to another, esp| by pouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfusion",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of transfusing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transfusion",1,1,2 ], "patient" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transfusion",1,1,2 ], "the injection of blood, blood plasma, etc|, into the blood vessels of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transf|",1,1,1 ], "transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transgress",1,1,1 ], "to break (a law, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transgress",1,1,2 ], "to go beyond or overstep (a limit)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transgression",1,1,1 ], "a breach of a law, etc|; sin or crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transgression",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of transgressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tranship",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of transship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transhumance",1,1,1 ], "the seasonal migration of livestock to suitable grazing grounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transient",1,1,1 ], "for a short time only; temporary or transitory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transient",1,1,2 ], "a variant of transeunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transient",1,2,1 ], "a transient person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transient",1,2,2 ], "a brief change in the state of a system, such as a sudden short-lived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transient",1,2,2 ], "oscillation in the current flowing through a circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transilient",1,1,1 ], "passing quickly from one thing to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transilluminate",1,1,1 ], "to detect fluid, lesions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transilluminate",1,1,1 ], "to pass a light through the wall of (a bodily cavity, membrane, etc|) in order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transistor",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor device, having three or more terminals attached to electrode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transistor",1,1,1 ], "amplification, etc|, and has replaced the valve in most circuits since it is much smaller," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "transistor",1,1,1 ], "current applied to one or more specified electrodes| The device is capable of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transistor",1,1,1 ], "more robust, and works at a much lower voltage" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "transistor",1,1,1 ], "regions, in which current flowing between two electrodes is controlled by a voltage or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transistor",1,1,2 ], "a transistor radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transistorize",1,1,1 ], "operation by transistors and other solid-state components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transistorize",1,1,1 ], "to convert (a system, device, industry, etc|) to the use or manufacture of or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transistorize",1,1,2 ], "components" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transistorize",1,1,2 ], "to equip (a device or circuit) with transistors and other solid-state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit camp",1,1,1 ], "a camp in which refugees, soldiers, etc|, live temporarily before moving to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit camp",1,1,1 ], "another destination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transit instrument",1,1,1 ], "an astronomical instrument, mounted on an E-W axis, in which the reticle of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit instrument",1,1,1 ], "star, etc|, across the meridian" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transit instrument",1,1,1 ], "telescope is always in the plane of the meridian| It is used to time the transit of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transit theodolite",1,1,1 ], "a theodolite the telescope of which can be rotated completely about its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit theodolite",1,1,1 ], "horizontal axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,1,1 ], "the passage or conveyance of goods or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,2 ], "a change or transition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,3 ], "a route" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,3,1 ], "larger body as seen from the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,3,1 ], "the passage of a celestial body or satellite across the face of a relatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,3,2 ], "earth's diurnal rotation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,3,2 ], "the apparent passage of a celestial body across the meridian, caused by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,1,4 ], "in transit| while being conveyed; during passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,2,1 ], "to make a transit through or over (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,2,2 ], "to make a transit across (a celestial body or the meridian)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,2,3 ], "direction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,2,3 ], "telescope) to be turned over in a vertical plane so that it points in the opposite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transit",1,2,3 ], "to cause (the telescope of a surveying instrument) to turn over or (of such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition element",1,1,1 ], "any element belonging to one of three series of elements with atomic numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition element",1,1,1 ], "between 21 and 30, 39 and 48, and 57 and 80| They have an incomplete penultimate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transition element",1,1,1 ], "electron shell and tend to exhibit more than one valency and to form complexes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transition temperature",1,1,1 ], "as a change of phase, crystalline structure, or conductivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transition temperature",1,1,1 ], "the temperature at which a sudden change of physical properties occurs, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,1 ], "change or passage from one state or stage to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,2 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,2 ], "the period of time during which something changes from one state or stage to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,2,1 ], "a movement from one key to another; modulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,2,2 ], "a linking passage between two divisions in a composition; bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,3 ], "a style of architecture that was used in western Europe in the late 11th and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,3 ], "details" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,3 ], "early 12th century, characterized by late Romanesque forms combined with early Gothic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,4 ], "a change in the configuration of an atomic nucleus, involving either a change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,4 ], "in energy level resulting from the emission of a gamma-ray photon or a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,4 ], "transformation to another element or isotope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,5 ], "a sentence, passage, etc|, that connects a topic to one that follows or that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transition",1,1,5 ], "links sections of a written work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,1,1 ], "a verb that customarily requires a direct object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,1,1 ], "denoting an occurrence of a verb when it requires a direct object or denoting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,1,2 ], "these verbs are transitives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,2 ], "a noun phrase and cannot be used without some implicit or explicit reference to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,2 ], "denoting an adjective, such as fond, or a noun, such as husband, that requires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,2 ], "such a noun phrase" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,3 ], "having the property that if one object bears a relationship to a second object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,3 ], "that also bears the same relationship to a third object, then the first object bears" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transitive",1,1,3 ], "this relationship to the third object" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transitory action",1,1,1 ], "an action that can be brought in any country regardless of where it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transitory action",1,1,1 ], "originated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transitory",1,1,1 ], "of short duration; transient or ephemeral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,1,1 ], "to express or be capable of being expressed in another language or dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,10,1 ], "(of an aircraft, missile, etc|) to fly or move from one position to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,11,1 ], "to bring to a state of spiritual or emotional ecstasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,2,1 ], "to act as translator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,3,1 ], "to express or explain in simple or less technical language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,4,1 ], "to interpret or infer the significance of (gestures, symbols, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,5,1 ], "to transform or convert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,6,1 ], "chain by means of the information stored in the genetic code" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,6,1 ], "to transform the molecular structure of (messenger RNA) into a polypeptide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,6,2 ], "to move or carry from one place or position to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,7,1,1 ], "to transfer (a cleric) from one ecclesiastical office to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,7,1,2 ], "to transfer (a see) from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,8,1 ], "another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,8,1 ], "to transfer (the body or the relics of a saint) from one resting place to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,9,1 ], "from earth to heaven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,9,1 ], "to transfer (a person) from one place or plane of existence to another, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,9,2 ], "displacement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "translate",1,9,2 ], "to cause (a body) to move laterally in space without rotation or angular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translation",1,1,1 ], "something that is or has been translated, esp| a written text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translation",1,1,2 ], "the act of translating or the state of being translated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translation",1,1,3 ], "a transformation in which the origin of a coordinate system is moved to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translation",1,1,3 ], "another position so that each axis retains the same direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "translator",1,1,1 ], "a person or machine that translates speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transliterate",1,1,1 ], "another alphabet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transliterate",1,1,1 ], "to transcribe (a word, etc|, in one alphabet) into corresponding letters of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translocate",1,1,1 ], "to move displace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translocation",1,1,1 ], "different chromosome, resulting in rearrangement of the genes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "translocation",1,1,1 ], "the transfer of one part of a chromosome to another part of the same or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translocation",1,1,2 ], "the transport of minerals, sugars, etc|, in solution within a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translocation",1,1,3 ], "a movement from one position or place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translucent",1,1,1 ], "allowing light to pass through partially or diffusely; semitransparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translunar",1,1,1 ], "lying beyond the moon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "translunar",1,1,2 ], "unworldly or ethereal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transl|",1,1,1 ], "translated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transl|",1,1,2 ], "translator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmarine",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for overseas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmigrant",1,1,1 ], "an emigrant on the way to the country of immigration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmigrant",1,2,1 ], "passing through from one place or stage to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmigrate",1,1,1 ], "to move from one place, state, or stage to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmigrate",1,1,2 ], "(of souls) to pass from one body into another at death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission density",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the extent to which a substance transmits light or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission density",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation, equal to the logarithm to base ten of the reciprocal of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmission density",1,1,1 ], "transmittance| Symbol: t" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transmission density",1,1,2 ], "Former name: optical density" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission line",1,1,1 ], "a coaxial cable, waveguide, or other system of conductors that transfers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission line",1,1,1 ], "electrical signals from one location to another| Sometimes shortened to line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of transmitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,2 ], "something that is transmitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,3 ], "form of energy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,3 ], "the extent to which a body or medium transmits light, sound, or some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,4 ], "the transference of motive force or power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,5 ], "a system of shafts, gears, torque converters, etc|, that transmits power, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,5 ], "the arrangement of such parts that transmits the power of the engine to the driving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,5 ], "wheels of a motor vehicle" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,6 ], "one location to one or more other locations by means of radio waves, electrical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,6 ], "signals, light signals, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,6 ], "the act or process of sending a message, picture, or other information from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmission",1,1,7 ], "a radio or television broadcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmissivity",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the ability of a material to transmit radiation, equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmissivity",1,1,1 ], "internal transmittance of the material under conditions in which the path of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmissivity",1,1,1 ], "radiation has unit length" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,1,1 ], "to pass or cause to go from one place or person to another; transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,2,1 ], "to pass on or impart (a disease, infection, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,3,1 ], "to hand down to posterity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,4,1 ], "to pass (an inheritable characteristic) from parent to offspring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,4,2 ], "to allow the passage of (particles, energy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,4,2,1 ], "to send out (signals) by means of radio waves or along a transmission line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,4,2,2 ], "to broadcast (a radio or television programme)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,5,1 ], "system to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmit",1,5,1 ], "to transfer (a force, motion, power, etc|) from one part of a mechanical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmittance",1,1,1 ], "the act of transmitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmittance",1,1,2 ], "a measure of the ability of anything to transmit radiation, equal to the ratio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmittance",1,1,2 ], "absorptance" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "transmittance",1,1,2 ], "of the transmitted flux to the incident flux; the reciprocal of the opacity| For a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmittance",1,1,2 ], "plate of material the ratio of the flux leaving the entry surface to that reaching" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transmittance",1,1,2 ], "the exit surface is the internal transmittance|Symbol: t ," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "transmittancy",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the extent to which a solution transmits radiation| It is equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmittancy",1,1,1 ], "solvent of the same dimensions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transmittancy",1,1,1 ], "to the ratio of the transmittance of the solution to the transmittance of a pure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that transmits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,2 ], "modulating the carrier with information, and feeding it to an aerial for transmission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,2 ], "the equipment used for generating and amplifying a radio-frequency carrier," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,3 ], "electrical signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,3 ], "the microphone in a telephone that converts sound waves into audio-frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,4 ], "a device that converts mechanical movements into coded electrical signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,4 ], "transmitted along a telegraph circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmitter",1,1,5 ], "short for neurotransmitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmogrify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Jocular| to change or transform into a different shape, esp| a grotesque" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmogrify",1,1,1 ], "or bizarre one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transmontane",1,2,1 ], "another word for tramontane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmundane",1,1,1 ], "beyond this world or worldly considerations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmutation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of transmuting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmutation",1,1,2 ], "the change of one chemical element into another by a nuclear reaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmutation",1,1,3 ], "the attempted conversion, by alchemists, of base metals into gold or silver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmute",1,1,1 ], "to change the form, character, or substance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transmute",1,1,2 ], "to alter (an element, metal, etc|) by alchemy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transnational",1,1,1 ], "extending beyond the boundaries, interests, etc|, of a single nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transoceanic",1,1,1 ], "on or from the other side of an ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transoceanic",1,1,2 ], "crossing an ocean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transom",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal member across a window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transom",1,1,2 ], "a horizontal member that separates a door from a window over it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transom",1,1,3 ], "the usual U|S| name for fanlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transom",1,1,3,1 ], "a surface forming the stern of a vessel, either vertical or canted either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transom",1,1,3,1 ], "forwards (reverse transom) or aft at the upper side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transom",1,1,3,2 ], "any of several transverse beams used for strengthening the stern of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transonic barrier",1,1,1 ], "another name for sound barrier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transonic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to conditions when travelling at or near the speed of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpacific",1,1,1 ], "crossing the Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpacific",1,1,2 ], "on or from the other side of the Pacific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpadane",1,1,1 ], "on or from the far" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpadane",1,1,2 ], "(or north) side of the River Po, as viewed from Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transparency",1,1,1 ], "the state of being transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transparency",1,1,2 ], "a positive photograph on a transparent base, usually mounted in a frame or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transparency",1,1,2 ], "between glass plates| It can be viewed by means of a slide projector" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transparent",1,1,1 ], "permitting the uninterrupted passage of light; clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transparent",1,1,2 ], "easy to see through, understand, or recognize; obvious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transparent",1,1,3 ], "(of a substance or object) permitting the free passage of electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transparent",1,1,3 ], "radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transparent",1,1,4 ], "candid, open, or frank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpicuous",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpierce",1,1,1 ], "to pierce through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transplant",1,1,1 ], "(trns!pl$a$:nt)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transplant",1,2,1 ], "to remove or transfer (esp| a plant) from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transplant",1,3,1 ], "to be capable of being transplanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transplant",1,3,2 ], "one person or animal to another during a grafting or transplant operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transplant",1,3,2 ], "to transfer (an organ or tissue) from one part of the body to another or from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transplant",1,4,1,1 ], "the procedure involved in such a transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transplant",1,4,1,2 ], "the organ or tissue transplanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpolar",1,1,1 ], "crossing a polar region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transponder",1,1,1 ], "a type of radio or radar transmitter-receiver that transmits signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transponder",1,1,1 ], "automatically when it receives predetermined signals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transpontine",1,1,1 ], "on or from the far side of a bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpontine",1,1,2 ], "on or from the south side of the Thames in London" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport caf",1,1,1 ], "an inexpensive eating place on a main route, used mainly by long-distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport caf",1,1,1 ], "lorry drivers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,1,1 ], "(trns!p@$$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,2,1 ], "to carry or cause to go from one place to another, esp| over some distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,2,2 ], "to deport or exile to a penal colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,2,3 ], "to have a strong emotional effect on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,1,1 ], "the business or system of transporting goods or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,2 ], "freight vehicles generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,2,1 ], "a vehicle used to transport goods or people, esp| lorries or ships used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,2,1 ], "convey troops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,3 ], "the act of transporting or the state of being transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,4 ], "ecstasy, rapture, or any powerful emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transport",1,3,5 ], "a convict sentenced to be transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transportation",1,1,1 ], "a means or system of transporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transportation",1,1,2 ], "the act of transporting or the state of being transported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transportation",1,1,3 ], "(esp| formerly) deportation to a penal colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transportation",1,1,4 ], "a ticket or fare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transporter bridge",1,1,1 ], "a bridge consisting of a moving platform attached to cables, for transporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transporter bridge",1,1,1 ], "vehicles, etc|, across a body of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,1,1 ], "different order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,1,1 ], "to alter the positions of; interchange, as words in a sentence; put into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,1,1,1 ], "to play (notes, music, etc|) in a different key from that originally intended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,1,1,2 ], "to move (a note or series of notes) upwards or downwards in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,2,1 ], "corresponding reversal in sign" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,2,1 ], "to move (a term) from one side of an equation to the other with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,3,1 ], "matrix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transpose",1,3,1 ], "the matrix resulting from interchanging the rows and columns of a given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transposing instrument",1,1,1 ], "a musical instrument, esp| a horn or clarinet, pitched in a key other than C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transposing instrument",1,1,1 ], "major, but whose music is written down as if its basic scale were C major| A piece of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transposing instrument",1,1,1 ], "music in the key of F intended to be played on a horn pitched in F is therefore" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transposing instrument",1,1,1 ], "signature as a part written in C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "transposing instrument",1,1,1 ], "written down a fourth lower than an ordinary part in that key and has the same key" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "transposition",1,1,1 ], "the act of transposing or the state of being transposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transposition",1,1,2 ], "something transposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transp|",1,1,1 ], "transport(ation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transsexual",1,1,1 ], "a person who permanently acts the part of and is completely identified with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transsexual",1,1,1 ], "the opposite sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transsexual",1,1,2 ], "a person who has undergone medical and surgical procedures to alter external" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transsexual",1,1,2 ], "sexual characteristics to those of the opposite sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transsexualism",1,1,1 ], "an abnormally strong desire to change sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transship",1,1,1 ], "to transfer or be transferred from one vessel or vehicle to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiate",1,1,1 ], "(of the Eucharistic bread and wine) to undergo transubstantiation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiate",1,2,1 ], "to change (one substance) into another; transmute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiation",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in Roman Catholic theology)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiation",1,1,1,1 ], "substance of the body and blood of Christ when consecrated in the Eucharist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiation",1,1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that the whole substance of the bread and wine changes into the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiation",1,1,1,2 ], "consecration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiation",1,1,1,2 ], "the mystical process by which this is believed to take place during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transubstantiation",1,1,2 ], "a substantial change; transmutation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transudate",1,1,1 ], "any fluid that passes through a membrane, esp| through the wall of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transudate",1,1,1 ], "capillary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transudate",1,1,2 ], "anything that has been transuded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transude",1,1,1 ], "(of a fluid) to ooze or pass through interstices, pores, or small holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transvalue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to evaluate by a principle that varies from the accepted standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transversal",1,1,1 ], "a line intersecting two or more other lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transversal",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for transverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse colon",1,1,1 ], "stomach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transverse colon",1,1,1 ], "the part of the large intestine passing transversely in front of the liver and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse flute",1,1,1 ], "the normal orchestral flute, as opposed to the recorder (or fipple flute)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse process",1,1,1 ], "either of the projections that arise from either side of a vertebra and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse process",1,1,1 ], "provide articulation for the ribs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transverse wave",1,1,1 ], "a wave, such as an electromagnetic wave, that is propagated in a direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse wave",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular to the direction of displacement of the transmitting field or medium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transverse",1,1,1 ], "crossing from side to side; athwart; crossways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse",1,1,2 ], "denoting the axis that passes through the foci of a hyperbola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse",1,1,3 ], "(of a flute, etc|) held almost at right angles to the player's mouth, so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse",1,1,3 ], "the breath passes over a hole in the side to create a vibrating air column within" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "transverse",1,1,3 ], "the tube of the instrument" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "transverse",1,1,4 ], "another word for tangential ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transverse",1,2,1 ], "a transverse piece or object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transvestite",1,1,1 ], "a person who seeks sexual pleasure from wearing clothes that are normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "transvestite",1,1,1 ], "associated with the opposite sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,1 ], "transaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,2 ], "transferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,3 ], "transitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,4 ], "translated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,5 ], "translator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,6 ], "transport(ation)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,7 ], "transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,8 ], "transpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trans|",1,1,9 ], "transverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trap door",1,1,1 ], "a door or flap flush with and covering an opening, esp| in a ceiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trap door",1,1,2 ], "the opening so covered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trap",3,1,1 ], "any fine-grained often columnar dark igneous rock, esp| basalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trap",3,1,2 ], "any rock in which oil or gas has accumulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trap",4,1,1 ], "a ladder or flight of steps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trap-door spider",1,1,1 ], "any of various American spiders of the family Ctenizidae that construct a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trap-door spider",1,1,1 ], "silk-lined hole in the ground closed by a hinged door of earth and silk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trapan",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of trepan'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapes",1,2,1 ], "a less common spelling of traipse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapeze",1,1,1 ], "a free-swinging bar attached to two ropes, used by circus acrobats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapeze",1,1,2 ], "a light racing sailing boat, used in sitting out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trapeze",1,1,2 ], "a sling like a bosun's chair at one end of a line attached to the masthead of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapeziform",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a trapezium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezium",1,1,1 ], "a quadrilateral having two parallel sides of unequal length| Usual U|S| name:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezium",1,1,1 ], "trapezoid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trapezium",1,1,2 ], "a quadrilateral having neither pair of sides parallel|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezium",1,1,3 ], "a small bone of the wrist near the base of the thumb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezius",1,1,1 ], "either of two flat triangular muscles, one covering each side of the back and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezius",1,1,1 ], "shoulders, that rotate the shoulder blades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trapezohedron",1,1,1 ], "a crystal form in which all the crystal's faces are trapeziums" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezoid",1,1,1 ], "a quadrilateral having neither pair of sides parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezoid",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| name for trapezium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapezoid",1,1,3 ], "a small bone of the wrist near the base of the index finger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trappean",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of igneous rock, esp| a basalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapper",1,1,1 ], "a person who traps animals, esp| for their furs or skins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trappings",1,1,1 ], "superficial additions or adornments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trappings",1,1,2 ], "ceremonial harness for a horse or other animal, including bridles, saddles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trappings",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traprock",1,1,1 ], "another name for trap'3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traps",1,1,1 ], "belongings; luggage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapshooting",1,1,1 ], "the sport of shooting at clay pigeons thrown up by a trap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trapunto",1,1,1 ], "a type of quilting that is only partly padded, in a design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash can",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for dustbin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash farming",1,1,1 ], "cultivation by leaving stubble, etc|, on the surface of the soil to serve as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash farming",1,1,1 ], "mulch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,1 ], "foolish ideas or talk; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,2 ], "useless or unwanted matter or objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,3 ], "a literary or artistic production of poor quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,4 ], "a poor or worthless person or a group of such people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,5 ], "bits that are broken or lopped off, esp| the trimmings from trees or plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,6 ], "the dry remains of sugar cane after the juice has been extracted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,7 ], "poor White trash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,8 ], "(used derogatorily) the poor White people living in the depressed areas of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,1,8 ], "southern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,2,1 ], "cane)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trash",1,2,1 ], "to remove the outer leaves and branches from (growing plants, esp| sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",2,1,1 ], "to restrain with or as if with a lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trash",2,2,1 ], "a lead for a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trashy",1,1,1 ], "trashier, trashiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trashy",1,1,2 ], "cheap, worthless, or badly made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trass",1,1,1 ], "a variety of the volcanic rock tuff, used to make a hydraulic cement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trattoria",1,1,1 ], "an Italian restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trauma",1,1,1 ], "a powerful shock that may have long-lasting effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trauma",1,1,2 ], "any bodily injury or wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traumatism",1,1,1 ], "any abnormal bodily condition caused by injury, wound, or shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traumatism",1,1,2 ], "(not in technical usage) another name for trauma ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traumatize",1,1,1 ], "to wound or injure (the body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traumatize",1,1,2 ], "to subject or be subjected to mental trauma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travail",1,1,1 ], "painful or excessive labour or exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travail",1,1,2 ], "the pangs of childbirth; labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travail",1,2,1 ], "to suffer or labour painfully, esp| in childbirth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trave",1,1,1 ], "a stout wooden cage in which difficult horses are shod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trave",1,1,2 ], "another name for crossbeam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trave",1,1,3 ], "a bay formed by crossbeams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel agency",1,1,1 ], "an agency that arranges and negotiates flights, holidays, etc|, for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel agency",1,1,1 ], "travellers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,1,1 ], "(mainly intr|) to go, move, or journey from one place to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,1 ], "to go, move, or journey through or across (an area, region, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,10 ], "(often foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,11 ], "to be in the company (of); associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,2 ], "to go, move, or cover a specified or unspecified distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,3 ], "to go from place to place as a salesman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,4 ], "(esp| of perishable goods) to withstand a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,5 ], "(of light, sound, etc|) to be transmitted or move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,6 ], "to progress or advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,7 ], "to take an excessive number of steps while holding the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,8 ], "(of part of a mechanism) to move in a fixed predetermined path" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,2,9 ], "to move rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,3,1,1 ], "the act of travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,3,2 ], "a tour or journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,3,3 ], "the distance moved by a mechanical part, such as the stroke of a piston" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel",1,3,4 ], "movement or passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travel-sick",1,1,1 ], "nauseous from riding in a moving vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travelled",1,1,1 ], "having experienced or undergone much travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traveller",1,1,1 ], "a person who travels, esp| habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traveller",1,1,2 ], "a part of a mechanism that moves in a fixed course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traveller",1,1,2,1 ], "a thimble fitted to slide freely on a rope, spar, or rod" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traveller",1,1,2,2 ], "the fixed rod on which such a thimble slides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traveller's cheque",1,1,1 ], "a cheque in any of various denominations sold by a bank, etc|, to the bearer," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traveller's cheque",1,1,1 ], "who signs it on purchase and can cash it by signing it again" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traveller's joy",1,1,1 ], "a ranunculaceous Old World climbing plant, Clematis vitalba, having white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traveller's joy",1,1,1 ], "flowers and heads of feathery plumed fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "travelling salesman",1,1,1 ], "a salesman who travels within an assigned territory in order to sell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travelling salesman",1,1,1 ], "merchandise or to solicit orders for the commercial enterprise he represents by direct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "travelling salesman",1,1,1 ], "personal contact with customers and potential customers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "travelling wave",1,1,1,1 ], "a wave carrying energy away from its source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travelling wave",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,1,1 ], "to pass or go over or back and forth over (something); cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,10,1 ], "an archaic word for across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,2,1 ], "to go against; oppose; obstruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,2,2 ], "to move or cause to move sideways or crossways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,3,1 ], "to extend or reach across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,3,2 ], "gun) to turn laterally" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,3,2 ], "to turn (an artillery gun) laterally on its pivot or mount or (of an artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,4,1 ], "to look over or examine carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,5,1 ], "to deny (an allegation of fact), as in pleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,6,1 ], "against his blade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,6,1 ], "to slide one's blade towards an opponent's hilt while applying pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,6,2 ], "to move across (a face) horizontally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,7,1 ], "to brace (a yard) fore and aft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,1 ], "something being or lying across, such as a transom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,10 ], "the formal denial of a fact alleged in the opposite party's pleading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,11 ], "a survey consisting of a series of straight lines, the length of each and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,11 ], "angle between them being measured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,2 ], "a gallery or loft inside a building that crosses it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,3 ], "another name for transversal ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,4 ], "an obstruction or hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,5 ], "a protective bank or other barrier across a trench or rampart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,6 ], "a railing, screen, or curtain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,7 ], "the act or an instance of traversing or crossing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,8 ], "a path or road across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,8,9 ], "the zigzag course of a vessel tacking frequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "traverse",1,9,1 ], "being or lying across; transverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travertine",1,1,1 ], "a porous rock consisting of calcium carbonate, used for building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travois",1,1,1 ], "a sled formerly used by the Plains Indians of North America, consisting of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "travois",1,1,1 ], "poles joined by a frame and pulled by an animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,1,1 ], "a large net, usually in the shape of a sock or bag, drawn at deep levels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,1,1 ], "behind special boats (trawlers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,1,2 ], "a long line to which numerous shorter hooked lines are attached, suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,1,2 ], "between buoys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,1,3 ], "the act of trawling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,2,1 ], "to catch or try to catch (fish) with a trawl net or trawl line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,3,1 ], "to drag (a trawl net) or suspend (a trawl line)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trawl",1,5,1 ], "another word for troll ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trawler",1,1,1 ], "a vessel used for trawling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trawler",1,1,2 ], "a person who trawls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tray",1,1,1 ], "a thin flat board or plate of metal, plastic, etc|, usually with a raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tray",1,1,1 ], "edge, on which things can be carried" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tray",1,1,2 ], "a shallow receptacle for papers, etc|, sometimes forming a drawer in a cabinet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tray",1,1,2 ], "or box" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "traymobile",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for trolley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treacherous",1,1,1 ], "betraying or likely to betray faith or confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treacherous",1,1,2 ], "unstable, unreliable, or dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treachery",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of wilful betrayal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treachery",1,1,2 ], "the disposition to betray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treacle mustard",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate cruciferous annual plant, Erysimum cheiranthoides, having small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treacle mustard",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers| It is a common weed in cultivated ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treacle",1,1,1 ], "a dark viscous syrup obtained during the refining of sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treacle",1,1,2 ], "another name for golden syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treacle",1,1,3 ], "anything sweet and cloying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treacle",1,1,4 ], "any of various preparations used as an antidote to poisoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,1,1 ], "to walk or trample in, on, over, or across (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,1,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by on) to crush or squash by or as if by treading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,2,1 ], "to subdue or repress, as by doing injury (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,3,1 ], "to do by walking or dancing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,4,1 ], "(of a male bird) to copulate with (a female bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,4,2 ], "tread lightly| to proceed with delicacy or tact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,4,3 ], "tread on someone's toes| to infringe on his sphere of action, feelings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,4,4 ], "tread water| to stay afloat in an upright position by moving the legs in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,4,4 ], "walking motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,1 ], "a manner or style of walking, dancing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,2 ], "the act of treading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,3 ], "the top surface of a step in a staircase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,4 ], "grooved surface of a pneumatic tyre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,4 ], "the outer part of a tyre or wheel that makes contact with the road, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,5 ], "the part of a rail that wheels touch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,6 ], "the part of a shoe that is generally in contact with the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tread",1,5,7 ], "a rare word for footprint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treadle",1,1,1,1 ], "a rocking lever operated by the foot to drive a machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treadle",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treadle",1,2,1 ], "to work (a machine) with a treadle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treadmill",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus used to produce rotation, in which the weight of men or animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treadmill",1,1,1 ], "climbing steps on or around the periphery of a cylinder or wheel caused it to turn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treadmill",1,1,2 ], "a dreary round or routine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treason",1,1,1 ], "his country, esp| by attempting to overthrow the government; high treason" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treason",1,1,1 ], "violation or betrayal of the allegiance that a person owes his sovereign or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treason",1,1,2 ], "any treachery or betrayal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasure hunt",1,1,1 ], "a game in which players act upon successive clues and are eventually directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasure hunt",1,1,1 ], "to a prize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treasure",1,1,1 ], "metals, or gems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treasure",1,1,1 ], "wealth and riches, usually hoarded, esp| in the form of money, precious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasure",1,1,2 ], "a thing or person that is highly prized or valued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasure",1,2,1 ], "to prize highly as valuable, rare, or costly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasure",1,2,2 ], "to store up and save; hoard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasure-trove",1,1,1 ], "any articles, such as coins, bullion, etc|, found hidden in the earth or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasure-trove",1,1,1 ], "elsewhere and of unknown ownership" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treasure-trove",1,1,2 ], "anything similarly discovered that is of value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasurer",1,1,1 ], "a person appointed to look after the funds of a society, company, city, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasurer",1,1,1 ], "other governing body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treasury bond",1,1,1 ], "a long-term interest-bearing bond issued by the U|S| Treasury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasury certificate",1,1,1 ], "a short-term obligation issued by the U|S| Treasury, maturing in 12 months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasury certificate",1,1,1 ], "with interest payable by coupon redemption" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treasury note",1,1,1 ], "a note issued by the U|S| Treasury and generally receivable as legal tender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasury note",1,1,1 ], "for any debt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treasury note",1,1,2 ], "a medium-term interest-bearing obligation issued by the U|S| Treasury," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasury note",1,1,2 ], "maturing in from one to five years" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treasury",1,1,1 ], "a storage place for treasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasury",1,1,2 ], "the revenues or funds of a government, private organization, or individual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treasury",1,1,3 ], "a place where funds are kept and disbursed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treas|",1,1,1 ], "treasurer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treas|",1,1,2 ], "treasury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,1,1 ], "a celebration, entertainment, gift, or feast given for or to someone and paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,1,1 ], "for by another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,1,2 ], "any delightful surprise or specially pleasant occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,1,3 ], "the act of treating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,2,1 ], "to deal with or regard in a certain manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,3,1 ], "to apply treatment to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,4,1 ], "to subject to a process or to the application of a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by to) to provide (someone)(with) as a treat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,5,1 ], "to deal (with), as in writing or speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treat",1,6,1 ], "to discuss settlement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treatise",1,1,1 ], "a formal work on a subject, esp| one that deals systematically with its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treatise",1,1,1 ], "principles and conclusions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treatise",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for narrative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,1 ], "a disease or symptom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,1 ], "the application of medicines, surgery, psychotherapy, etc|, to a patient or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,2 ], "artistic work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,2 ], "the manner of handling or dealing with a person or thing, as in a literary or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,3 ], "the act, practice, or manner of treating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,4 ], "an expansion of a script into sequence form, indicating camera angles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,4 ], "dialogue, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,5 ], "person (esp| in the phrase give someone the (full) treatment)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treatment",1,1,5 ], "the treatment| Slang| the usual manner of dealing with a particular type of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty port",1,1,1 ], "(in China, Japan, and Korea during the last half of the 19th and first half of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty port",1,1,1 ], "allowed by treaty to conduct trade" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "treaty port",1,1,1 ], "the 20th centuries) a city, esp| a port, in which foreigners, esp| Westerners, were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,1,1 ], "a formal agreement or contract between two or more states, such as an alliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,1,1 ], "or trade arrangement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,1,2 ], "the document in which such a contract is written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,2 ], "any international agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,3 ], "any pact or agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,4 ], "an agreement between two parties concerning the purchase of property at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,4 ], "price privately agreed between them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,5 ], "negotiation towards an agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,6 ], "(in Canada)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,6,1 ], "aid" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,6,1 ], "any of the formal agreements between Indian bands and the federal government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,6,1 ], "by which the Indians surrender their land rights in return for various forms of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treaty",1,1,7 ], "an obsolete word for entreaty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble chance",1,1,1 ], "a method of betting in football pools in which the chances of winning are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble chance",1,1,1 ], "competitor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "treble chance",1,1,1 ], "related to the number of draws and the number of home and away wins forecast by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treble clef",1,1,1 ], "of the staff| Symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treble clef",1,1,1 ], "the clef that establishes G a fifth above middle C as being on the second line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,1,1 ], "threefold; triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,1,2 ], "instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a soprano voice or part or a high-pitched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,1 ], "treble the amount, size, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,2 ], "a soprano voice or part or a high-pitched instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,3 ], "the highest register of a musical instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,3,1 ], "recorder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,3,1 ], "the high-frequency gain of an audio amplifier, esp| in a record player or tape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,3,2 ], "a control knob on such an instrument by means of which the high-frequency gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,3,2 ], "can be increased or decreased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,4 ], "the lightest and highest bell in a ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,4,1 ], "the narrow inner ring on a dartboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,2,4,2 ], "a hit on this ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treble",1,3,1 ], "to make or become three times as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trebuchet",1,1,1 ], "a large medieval weapon consisting of a sling on a pivoted wooden arm set in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trebuchet",1,1,1 ], "motion by the fall of a weight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trecento",1,1,1 ], "the 14th century, esp| with reference to Italian art and literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree creeper",1,1,1 ], "any small songbird of the family Certhiidae of the N hemisphere, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree creeper",1,1,1 ], "brown-and-white plumage and slender downward-curving bill| They creep up trees to feed on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree creeper",1,1,1 ], "insects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tree farm",1,1,1 ], "an area of forest in which the growth of the trees is managed on a commercial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree farm",1,1,1 ], "basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree fern",1,1,1 ], "a trunklike stem bearing fronds at the top" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree fern",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous large tropical ferns, mainly of the family Cyatheaceae, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree frog",1,1,1 ], "America| They are strong jumpers and have long toes ending in adhesive discs, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree frog",1,1,1 ], "any arboreal frog of the family Hylidae, chiefly of SE Asia, Australia, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree frog",1,1,1 ], "assist in climbing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tree frog",1,1,2 ], "any of various other arboreal frogs of different families" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree heath",1,1,1 ], "another name for briar ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree kangaroo",1,1,1 ], "N Australia, having hind and forelegs of a similar length and a long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree kangaroo",1,1,1 ], "any of several arboreal kangaroos of the genus Dendrolagus, of New Guinea and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree line",1,1,1 ], "another name for timber line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree mallow",1,1,1 ], "Europe and N Africa, having a woody stem, rounded leaves, and red-purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree mallow",1,1,1 ], "a malvaceous treelike plant, Lavatera arborea, of rocky coastal areas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree of heaven",1,1,1 ], "another name for ailanthus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree of knowledge of good and evil",1,1,1 ], "ate, thus incurring loss of primal innocence (Genesis 2:9; 3:2-7)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree of knowledge of good and evil",1,1,1 ], "the tree in the Garden of Eden bearing the forbidden fruit that Adam and Eve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree of life",1,1,1 ], "a tree in the Garden of Eden, the fruit of which had the power of conferring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree of life",1,1,1 ], "eternal life (Genesis 2:9; 3:22)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree of life",1,1,2 ], "22:2)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree of life",1,1,2 ], "a tree in the heavenly Jerusalem, for the healing of the nations (Revelation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree runner",1,1,1 ], "another name for sittella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree shrew",1,1,1 ], "SE Asia, having large eyes and resembling squirrels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree shrew",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small arboreal prosimian primates of the family Tupaiidae, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree snake",1,1,1 ], "Chrysopelea , etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree snake",1,1,1 ], "any of various slender arboreal colubrid snakes of the genera Chlorophis ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree sparrow",1,1,1 ], "a small European weaverbird, Passer montanus, similar to the house sparrow but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree sparrow",1,1,1 ], "having a brown head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree sparrow",1,1,2 ], "a small North American finch, Spizella arborea, having a reddish-brown head," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree sparrow",1,1,2 ], "grey underparts, and brown striped back and wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree surgery",1,1,1 ], "the treatment of damaged trees by filling cavities, applying braces, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree toad",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for tree frog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,1 ], "any large woody perennial plant with a distinct trunk giving rise to branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,1 ], "or leaves at some distance from the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,2 ], "any plant that resembles this but has a trunk not made of wood, such as a palm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,2 ], "tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,3 ], "a wooden post, bar, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,4 ], "a treelike crystal growth; dendrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,4,1 ], "a branching diagrammatic representation of something, such as the grammatical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,4,1 ], "structure of a sentence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,5 ], "an archaic word for gallows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,6 ], "the cross on which Christ was crucified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,7 ], "at the top of the tree| in the highest position of a profession, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,1,8 ], "up a tree| U|S| informal| in a difficult situation; trapped or stumped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,2,1 ], "to drive or force up a tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,2,2 ], "to force into a difficult situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tree",1,2,3 ], "to shape or stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treehopper",1,1,1 ], "any homopterous insect of the family Membracidae, which live among trees and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treehopper",1,1,1 ], "other plants and typically have a large hoodlike thoracic process curving backwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treehopper",1,1,1 ], "over the body" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "treen",1,1,1 ], "made of wood; wooden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treen",1,2,1 ], "another name for treenware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treen",1,2,2 ], "the art of making treenware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treenail",1,1,1 ], "a dowel used for pinning planks or timbers together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treenware",1,1,1 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "treenware",1,1,1 ], "dishes and other household utensils made of wood, as by pioneers in North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tref",1,1,1 ], "unclean and not permitted as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trefoil",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous leguminous plants of the temperate genus Trifolium, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trefoil",1,1,1 ], "leaves divided into three leaflets and dense heads of small white, yellow, red, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trefoil",1,1,1 ], "purple flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trefoil",1,1,2 ], "any of various related plants having leaves divided into three leaflets, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trefoil",1,1,2 ], "as bird's-foot trefoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trefoil",1,1,3 ], "a flower or leaf having three lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trefoil",1,1,4 ], "an ornament in the form of three arcs arranged in a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trehala",1,1,1 ], "Larinus maculatus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trehala",1,1,1 ], "an edible sugary substance obtained from the pupal cocoon of an Asian weevil," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trehalose",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C12H22O11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trehalose",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline disaccharide that occurs in yeast and certain fungi|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treillage",1,1,1 ], "latticework; trellis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trellis",1,1,1 ], "a structure or pattern of latticework, esp| one used to support climbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trellis",1,1,1 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trellis",1,1,2 ], "an arch made of latticework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trellis",1,2,1 ], "to interweave (strips of wood, etc|) to make a trellis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trellis",1,2,2 ], "to provide or support with a trellis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trelliswork",1,1,1,1 ], "work or patterns of trellis; latticework" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trelliswork",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trematode",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic flatworm of the class Trematoda, which includes the flukes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremble",1,1,1 ], "to vibrate with short slight movements; quiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremble",1,1,2 ], "to shake involuntarily, as with cold or fear; shiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremble",1,1,3 ], "to experience fear or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremble",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of trembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trembles",1,1,1 ], "a disease of cattle and sheep characterized by muscular incoordination and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trembles",1,1,1 ], "tremor, caused by ingestion of white snakeroot or rayless goldenrod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trembles",1,1,2 ], "a nontechnical name for Parkinson's disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trembling poplar",1,1,1 ], "another name for aspen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremendous",1,1,1 ], "vast; huge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremendous",1,1,2 ], "very exciting or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremendous",1,1,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremendous",1,1,4 ], "terrible or dreadful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremolite",1,1,1 ], "a white or pale green mineral of the amphibole group consisting of calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremolite",1,1,1 ], "magnesium silicate and used as a form of asbestos| Formula: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,1,1 ], "(in playing the violin, cello, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,2 ], "movement of the bow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,2 ], "the rapid repetition of a single note produced by a quick back-and-forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,2,2 ], "(fingered tremolo)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,2,2 ], "the rapid reiteration of two notes usually a third or greater interval apart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,3 ], "(in singing) a fluctuation in pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,4 ], "a vocal ornament of late renaissance music consisting of the increasingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,4 ], "rapid reiteration of a single note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tremolo",1,1,5 ], "another word for tremulant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremor",1,1,1 ], "an involuntary shudder or vibration, as from illness, fear, shock, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremor",1,1,2 ], "any trembling or quivering movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremor",1,1,3 ], "a vibrating or trembling effect, as of sound or light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremor",1,1,4 ], "a minor earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremor",1,2,1 ], "to tremble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremulant",1,1,1,1 ], "a device on an organ by which the wind stream is made to fluctuate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremulant",1,1,1,1 ], "intensity producing a tremolo effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tremulant",1,1,1,2 ], "a device on an electrophonic instrument designed to produce a similar effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremulous",1,1,1 ], "vibrating slightly; quavering; trembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tremulous",1,1,2 ], "showing or characterized by fear, anxiety, excitement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trenail",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of treenail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench coat",1,1,1 ], "a belted double-breasted waterproof coat of gabardine, etc|, resembling a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench coat",1,1,1 ], "military officer's coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trench fever",1,1,1 ], "a body louse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trench fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious disease characterized by fever and muscular aches and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench fever",1,1,1 ], "pains, caused by the microorganism Rickettsia quintana and transmitted by the bite of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trench foot",1,1,1 ], "a form of frostbite affecting the feet of persons standing for long periods in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench foot",1,1,1 ], "cold water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trench knife",1,1,1 ], "a double-edged steel knife for close combat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench mortar",1,1,1 ], "a portable mortar used to shoot projectiles at a high trajectory over a short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench mortar",1,1,1 ], "range" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trench mouth",1,1,1 ], "a bacterial ulcerative disease characterized by inflammation of the tonsils," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench mouth",1,1,1 ], "gums, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trench warfare",1,1,1 ], "a type of warfare in which opposing armies face each other in entrenched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench warfare",1,1,1 ], "positions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trench",1,1,1 ], "a deep ditch or furrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench",1,1,2 ], "a ditch dug as a fortification, having a parapet of the excavated earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench",1,2,1 ], "to make a trench in (a place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench",1,3,1 ], "to fortify with a trench or trenches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench",1,3,2 ], "to slash or be slashed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trench",1,4,1 ], "to encroach or verge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trenchant",1,1,1 ], "keen or incisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trenchant",1,1,2 ], "vigorous and effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trenchant",1,1,3 ], "distinctly defined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trenchant",1,1,4 ], "sharp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trencher",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a wooden board on which food was served or cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trencher",1,1,2 ], "another name for mortarboard ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trencher",2,1,1 ], "a person or thing that digs trenches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trencherman",1,1,1 ], "a person who enjoys food; hearty eater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trencherman",1,1,2 ], "a person who sponges on others; parasite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trenches",1,1,1 ], "Trenches) used at the front line in World War I" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trenches",1,1,1 ], "a system of excavations used for the protection of troops, esp| those (the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trend",1,1,1 ], "general tendency or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trend",1,1,2 ], "fashion; mode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trend",1,2,1 ], "to take a certain trend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trendy",1,1,1 ], "informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trendy",1,2,1 ], "trendier, trendiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trendy",1,2,2 ], "consciously fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trendy",1,3,1 ], "a trendy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trente et quarante",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game played at a table specially marked in red and black for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trente et quarante",1,1,1 ], "positioning of the wagers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trepan",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) to entice, ensnare, or entrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trepan",2,1,2 ], "to swindle or cheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trepan",2,2,1 ], "a person or thing that traps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trepang",1,1,1 ], "any of various large sea cucumbers of tropical Oriental seas, the dried body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trepang",1,1,1 ], "walls of which are used as food by the Chinese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trephine",1,1,1 ], "a surgical sawlike instrument for removing circular sections of bone, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trephine",1,1,1 ], "from the skull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trephine",1,2,1 ], "to remove a circular section of bone, esp| from the skull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trepidation",1,1,1 ], "a state of fear or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trepidation",1,1,2 ], "a condition of quaking or palpitation, esp| one caused by anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treponema",1,1,1 ], "any anaerobic spirochaete bacterium of the genus Treponema, such as T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "treponema",1,1,1 ], "pallidum which causes syphilis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on or upon) to go or intrude (on the property, privacy, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,1,1 ], "preserves of another) with no right or permission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,1,2 ], "to commit trespass, esp| to enter wrongfully upon land belonging to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,1,3 ], "(often foll| by against) to sin or transgress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,2,1,1 ], "any unlawful act committed with force or violence, actual or implied, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,2,1,1 ], "causes injury to another person, their property or rights" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,2,1,2 ], "a wrongful entry upon another's land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,2,1,3 ], "an action to recover damages for such injury or wrongful entry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,2,2 ], "an intrusion on another's privacy or preserves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trespass",1,2,3 ], "a sin or offence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tress",1,1,1 ], "a lock of hair, esp| a long lock of woman's hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tress",1,1,2 ], "a plait or braid of hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tress",1,2,1 ], "to arrange in tresses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tressed",1,1,1 ], "having a tress or tresses as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tressure",1,1,1 ], "a narrow inner border on a shield, usually decorated with fleurs-de-lis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trestle",1,1,1 ], "a framework in the form of a horizontal member supported at each end by a pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trestle",1,1,1 ], "of splayed legs, used to carry scaffold boards, a table top, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trestle",1,1,1,1 ], "a braced structural tower-like framework of timber, metal, or reinforced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trestle",1,1,1,1 ], "concrete that is used to support a bridge or ropeway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trestle",1,1,1,2 ], "a bridge constructed of such frameworks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trestletree",1,1,1 ], "either of a pair of fore-and-aft timbers fixed horizontally on opposite sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trestletree",1,1,1 ], "of a lower masthead to support an upper mast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trestlework",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of trestles, esp| one that supports or makes a bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tret",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) an allowance according to weight granted to purchasers for waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tret",1,1,1 ], "due to transportation|It was calculated after deduction for tare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trevally",1,1,1 ], "Carangidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trevally",1,1,1 ], "any of various marine food and game fishes of the genus Caranx: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trews",1,1,1 ], "close-fitting trousers, now usually for women, originally of tartan cloth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trews",1,1,1 ], "worn by certain Scottish soldiers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trey",1,1,1 ], "any card or dice throw with three spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tri-",1,1,1 ], "three or thrice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tri-",1,1,2 ], "occurring every three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triable",1,1,1,1 ], "liable to be tried judicially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triable",1,1,1,2 ], "subject to examination or determination by a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triable",1,1,2 ], "able to be tested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triacid",1,1,1 ], "(of a base) capable of reacting with three molecules of a monobasic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triad",1,1,1 ], "a group of three; trio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triad",1,1,2 ], "an atom, element, group, or ion that has a valency of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triad",1,1,3 ], "a three-note chord consisting of a note and the third and fifth above it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triad",1,1,4 ], "an aphoristic literary form used in medieval Welsh and Irish literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triage",1,1,1 ], "the action of sorting (casualties, etc|) according to priority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial and error",1,1,1 ], "a method of discovery, solving problems, etc|, based on practical experiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial and error",1,1,1 ], "and experience rather than on theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial balance",1,1,1 ], "a statement of all the debit and credit balances in the ledger of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial balance",1,1,1 ], "double-entry system, drawn up to test their equality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial balloon",1,1,1 ], "a tentative action or statement designed to test public opinion on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial balloon",1,1,1 ], "controversial matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial by battle",1,1,1 ], "a method of trial introduced after the Norman Conquest| Later extended to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial by battle",1,1,1 ], "champions, but otherwise fought in person" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trial by battle",1,1,1 ], "civil disputes, the combat was waged before a judge| The parties could often employ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial court",1,1,1 ], "the first court before which the facts of a case are decided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,1 ], "competent tribunal and the determination of these issues in accordance with the law of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of trying or proving; test or experiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,1 ], "the judicial examination of the issues in a civil or criminal cause by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,1 ], "the land" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,2 ], "evidence for the prosecution and for the accused and the judicial examination of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,2 ], "issues involved" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,2 ], "the determination of an accused person's guilt or innocence after hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,2 ], "an effort or attempt to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,3 ], "trouble or grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,4 ], "an annoying or frustrating person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,5 ], "a competition for individuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,6 ], "a piece of sample material used for testing the heat of a kiln and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,6 ], "effects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,7 ], "on trial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,7,1 ], "undergoing trial, esp| before a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",1,1,7,2 ], "being tested, as before a commitment to purchase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",2,1,1 ], "a grammatical number occurring in some languages for words in contexts where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trial",2,1,1 ], "exactly three of their referents are described or referred to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trial",2,1,2 ], "relating to or inflected for this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangle of forces",1,1,1 ], "a triangle whose sides represent the magnitudes and directions of three forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangle of forces",1,1,1 ], "in equilibrium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,1 ], "; area: base X height" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,1 ], "a three-sided polygon that can be classified by angle, as in an acute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,1 ], "triangle, or by side, as in an equilateral triangle| Sum of interior angles: 180 degrees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,2 ], "any object shaped like a triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,3 ], "any situation involving three parties or points of view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,4 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of a sonorous metal bar bent into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,4 ], "triangular shape, beaten with a metal stick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triangle",1,1,5 ], "a group of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangular",1,1,1 ], "of, shaped like, or relating to a triangle; having three corners or sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangular",1,1,2 ], "of or involving three participants, pieces, or units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangular",1,1,3 ], "having a base shaped like a triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulate",1,1,1 ], "(tra$I!&ngj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulate",1,2,1,1 ], "to survey by the method of triangulation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulate",1,2,1,2 ], "to calculate trigonometrically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulate",1,2,2 ], "to divide into triangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulate",1,2,3 ], "to make triangular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulate",1,3,1 ], "(tra$I!&ngj$ul$It, -~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulate",1,3,2 ], "marked with or composed of triangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulation",1,1,1 ], "(the base line) and all angles of which are measured and the lengths of the other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triangulation",1,1,1 ], "a method of surveying in which an area is divided into triangles, one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulation",1,1,1 ], "lines calculated trigonometrically" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "triangulation",1,1,2 ], "the network of triangles so formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulation",1,1,3 ], "the fixing of an unknown point, as in navigation, by making it one vertex of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triangulation",1,1,3 ], "triangle, the other two being known" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triarchy",1,1,1 ], "government by three people; a triumvirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triarchy",1,1,2 ], "a country ruled by three people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triarchy",1,1,3 ], "an association of three territories each governed by its own ruler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triarchy",1,1,4 ], "any of the three such territories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triatomic",1,1,1 ], "having three atoms in the molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triaxial",1,1,1 ], "having three axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triazine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C3H3N3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triazine",1,1,1 ], "any of three azines that contain three nitrogen atoms in their molecules|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triazine",1,1,2 ], "any substituted derivative of any of these compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triazole",1,1,1 ], "any of four heterocyclic compounds having a five-membered ring with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triazole",1,1,1 ], "formula C2H3N3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triazole",1,1,2 ], "any substituted derivative of any of these compounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribade",1,1,1 ], "a lesbian, esp| one who assumes the male role" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribalism",1,1,1 ], "the state of existing as a separate tribe or tribes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribalism",1,1,2 ], "the customs and beliefs of a tribal society" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribalism",1,1,3 ], "loyalty to a tribe or tribal values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribasic",1,1,1 ], "(of an acid) containing three replaceable hydrogen atoms in the molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribasic",1,1,2 ], "(of a molecule) containing three monovalent basic atoms or groups in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribasic",1,1,2 ], "molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,1 ], "a social division of a people, esp| of a preliterate people, defined in terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,1 ], "of common descent, territory, culture, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2 ], "an ethnic or ancestral division of ancient cultures, esp| of one of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2 ], "following:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,1 ], "Etruscans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,1 ], "a large number of persons, animals, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,1 ], "any of the three divisions of the ancient Romans, the Latins, Sabines, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,2 ], "a specific class or group of persons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,2 ], "one of the later political divisions of the Roman people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,3 ], "a family, esp| a large one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,3 ], "any of the 12 divisions of ancient Israel, each of which was named after and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,3 ], "believed to be descended from one of the 12 patriarchs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,2,4 ], "a phyle of ancient Greece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,3 ], "a taxonomic group that is a subdivision of a subfamily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,4 ], "a strain of animals descended from a common female ancestor through the female" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribe",1,1,4 ], "line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribesman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a tribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triblet",1,1,1 ], "a spindle or mandrel used in making rings, tubes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triboelectricity",1,1,1 ], "electricity generated by friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribology",1,1,1 ], "the study of friction, lubrication, and wear between moving surfaces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triboluminescence",1,1,1 ], "crystals are crushed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triboluminescence",1,1,1 ], "luminescence produced by friction, such as the emission of light when certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribrach",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot of three short syllables ()" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribrach",2,1,1 ], "a three-armed object, esp| a flint implement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribromoethanol",1,1,1 ], "a soluble white crystalline compound with a slight aromatic odour, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribromoethanol",1,1,1 ], "general anaesthetic; 2,2,2-tribromoethanol| Formula: CBr3CH2OH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribulation",1,1,1 ], "a cause of distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribulation",1,1,2 ], "a state of suffering or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribunal",1,1,1 ], "a court of justice or any place where justice is administered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribunal",1,1,2 ], "(in England) a special court, convened by the government to inquire into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribunal",1,1,2 ], "specific matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribunal",1,1,3 ], "a raised platform containing the seat of a judge or magistrate, originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribunal",1,1,3 ], "that in a Roman basilica" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribunate",1,1,1 ], "the office or rank of a tribune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",1,1,1,1 ], "an officer elected by the plebs to protect their interests| Originally there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",1,1,1,1 ], "were two of these officers but finally there were ten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",1,1,1,2 ], "a senior military officer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",1,1,2 ], "a person or institution that upholds public rights; champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",2,1,1,1 ], "the apse of a Christian basilica that contains the bishop's throne" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",2,1,1,2 ], "the throne itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",2,1,2 ], "a gallery or raised area in a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribune",2,1,3 ], "a raised platform from which a speaker may address an audience; dais" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tributary",1,1,1 ], "a stream, river, or glacier that feeds another larger one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tributary",1,1,2 ], "a person, nation, or people that pays tribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tributary",1,2,1 ], "(of a stream, etc|) feeding a larger stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tributary",1,2,2 ], "given or owed as a tribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tributary",1,2,3 ], "paying tribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribute",1,1,1 ], "a gift or statement made in acknowledgment, gratitude, or admiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribute",1,1,1,1 ], "a payment by one ruler or state to another, usually as an acknowledgment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribute",1,1,1,1 ], "submission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tribute",1,1,1,2 ], "any tax levied for such a payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribute",1,1,2 ], "(in feudal society) homage or a payment rendered by a vassal to his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tribute",1,1,3 ], "the obligation to pay tribute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trice",1,1,1 ], "moment; instant (esp| in the phrase in a trice)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trice",2,1,1 ], "to haul up or secure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricentenary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a period of 300 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricentenary",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a 300th anniversary or its celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricentenary",1,2,1 ], "an anniversary of 300 years or its celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triceps",1,1,1 ], "any muscle having three heads, esp| the one (triceps brachii) that extends the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triceps",1,1,1 ], "forearm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triceratops",1,1,1 ], "Triceratops, of Cretaceous times, having a heavily armoured neck and three horns on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triceratops",1,1,1 ], "any rhinoceros-like herbivorous dinosaur of the ornithischian genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triceratops",1,1,1 ], "skull" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trichiasis",1,1,1 ], "against the eyeball" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichiasis",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal position of the eyelashes that causes irritation when they rub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichiasis",1,1,2 ], "the presence of hairlike filaments in the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichina",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic nematode worm, Trichinella spiralis, occurring in the intestines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichina",1,1,1 ], "of pigs, rats, and man and producing larvae that form cysts in skeletal muscle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichinize",1,1,1 ], "to infest (an organism) with trichinae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichinosis",1,1,1 ], "a disease characterized by nausea, fever, diarrhoea, and swelling of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichinosis",1,1,1 ], "muscles, caused by ingestion of pork infected with trichina larvae",2 ). c_DEF([ "trichinous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having trichinosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichinous",1,1,2 ], "infested with trichinae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichite",1,1,1 ], "any of various needle-shaped crystals that occur in some glassy volcanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichite",1,1,1 ], "rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichite",1,1,2 ], "any of numerous long slender crystals assumed to be present in a starch grain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichloride",1,1,1 ], "any compound that contains three chlorine atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichloroacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "a corrosive deliquescent crystalline acid with a characteristic odour, used as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichloroacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "a veterinary astringent and antiseptic| Formula: CCl3COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichloroethylene",1,1,1 ], "a volatile nonflammable mobile colourless liquid with an odour resembling that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichloroethylene",1,1,1 ], "inhalation anaesthetic| Formula CHClCCl2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trichloroethylene",1,1,1 ], "of chloroform| It is a good solvent for certain organic materials and is also an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichlorophenoxyacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "an insoluble crystalline solid; 2,4,5-trichlorophenoxyacetic acid| It is a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichlorophenoxyacetic acid",1,1,1 ], "plant hormone and is used as a weedkiller| Formula: C8H5Cl3O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tricho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating hair or a part resembling hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichocyst",1,1,1 ], "any of various cavities on the surface of some ciliate protozoans, each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichocyst",1,1,1 ], "containing a sensory thread that can be ejected" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichogyne",1,1,1 ], "a hairlike projection of the female reproductive organs of certain algae," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichogyne",1,1,1 ], "fungi, and lichens, which receives the male gametes before fertilization takes place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichoid",1,1,1 ], "resembling a hair; hairlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the hair and its diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichome",1,1,1 ], "any hairlike outgrowth from the surface of a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichome",1,1,2 ], "algae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichome",1,1,2 ], "any of the threadlike structures that make up the filaments of blue-green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichomonad",1,1,1 ], "and reproductive systems of man and animals: class Mastigophora (or Flagellata)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichomonad",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic protozoan of the genus Trichomonas, occurring in the digestive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichomoniasis",1,1,1 ], "infection with parasitic protozoa (Trichomonas vaginalis)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichomoniasis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the vagina characterized by a frothy discharge, caused by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichomoniasis",1,1,2 ], "any infection caused by parasitic protozoa of the genus Trichomonas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichopteran",1,1,1 ], "any insect of the order Trichoptera, which comprises the caddis flies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichopteran",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the order Trichoptera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichosis",1,1,1 ], "any abnormal condition or disease of the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichotomy",1,1,1 ], "division into three categories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichotomy",1,1,2 ], "the division of man into body, spirit, and soul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichroism",1,1,1 ], "a property of biaxial crystals as a result of which they show a perceptible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichroism",1,1,1 ], "difference in colour when viewed along three different axes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichromat",1,1,1 ], "any person with normal colour vision, who can therefore see the three primary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichromat",1,1,1 ], "colours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichromatic",1,1,1 ], "colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichromatic",1,1,1 ], "involving the combination of three primary colours in the production of any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichromatic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or having normal colour vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichromatic",1,1,3 ], "having or involving three colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichromatism",1,1,1 ], "photography, printing, television, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trichromatism",1,1,1 ], "the use or combination of three primary colours for colour reproduction in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trichromatism",1,1,2 ], "the state of being trichromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick out",1,1,1 ], "to dress up deck out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,1 ], "a deceitful, cunning, or underhand action or plan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,1,1 ], "a mischievous, malicious, or humorous action or plan; joke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,2 ], "an illusory or magical feat or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,3 ], "a simple feat learned by an animal or person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,4 ], "an adroit or ingenious device; knack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,5 ], "a behavioural trait, habit, or mannerism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,6 ], "a turn or round of duty or work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,6,1 ], "a batch of cards containing one from each player, usually played in turn and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,6,1 ], "won by the player or side that plays the card with the highest value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,6,2 ], "a card that can potentially win a trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,7 ], "do the trick| Informal| to produce the right or desired result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,1,8 ], "how's tricksSlang| how are you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trick",1,2,1 ], "to defraud, deceive, or cheat (someone), esp| by means of a trick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trickery",1,1,1 ], "the practice or an instance of using tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trickle charger",1,1,1 ], "a small mains-operated battery charger, esp| one that delivers less than 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trickle charger",1,1,1 ], "amperes and is used by car owners" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trickle",1,1,1 ], "to run or cause to run in thin or slow streams" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trickle",1,2,1 ], "to move, go, or pass gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trickle",1,3,1 ], "a thin, irregular, or slow flow of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trickle",1,3,2 ], "the act of trickling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trickster",1,1,1 ], "a person who deceives or plays tricks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricksy",1,1,1 ], "sier, siest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricksy",1,1,2 ], "playing tricks habitually; mischievous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricksy",1,1,3 ], "crafty or difficult to deal with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricksy",1,1,4 ], "well-dressed; spruce; smart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricktrack",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of trictrac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricky",1,1,1 ], "trickier, trickiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricky",1,1,2 ], "involving snags or difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricky",1,1,3 ], "needing careful and tactful handling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricky",1,1,4 ], "characterized by tricks; sly; wily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triclinic",1,1,1 ], "axes, no pair of which are perpendicular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triclinic",1,1,1 ], "relating to or belonging to the crystal system characterized by three unequal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triclinium",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) an arrangement of three couches around a table for reclining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triclinium",1,1,1 ], "upon while dining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triclinium",1,1,2 ], "a dining room, esp| one containing such an arrangement of couches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricostate",1,1,1 ], "having three ribs or riblike parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricot",1,1,1 ], "a thin rayon or nylon fabric knitted or resembling knitting, used for dresses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricot",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tricot",1,1,2 ], "a type of ribbed dress fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricotine",1,1,1 ], "a twill-weave woollen fabric resembling gabardine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricrotic",1,1,1 ], "(of the pulse) having a tracing characterized by three elevations with each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricrotic",1,1,1 ], "beat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trictrac",1,1,1 ], "a game similar to backgammon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricycle",1,1,1 ], "a three-wheeled cycle, esp| one driven by pedals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricycle",1,1,2 ], "a three-wheeler for invalids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricycle",1,2,1 ], "to ride a tricycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tricyclic",1,1,1 ], "(of a chemical compound) containing three rings in the molecular structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tridactyl",1,1,1 ], "having three digits on one hand or foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trident",1,1,1 ], "a three-pronged spear, originally from the East" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trident",1,1,2 ], "(in Greek and Roman mythology) the three-pronged spear that the sea god" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trident",1,1,2 ], "Poseidon (Neptune) is represented as carrying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trident",1,1,3 ], "a three-pronged instrument, weapon, or symbol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trident",1,2,1 ], "having three prongs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tridentate",1,1,1 ], "having three prongs, teeth, or points" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tridimensional",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for three-dimensional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triduum",1,1,1 ], "a period of three days for prayer before a feast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triecious",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of trioecious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tried",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of try" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triennial",1,1,1 ], "relating to, lasting for, or occurring every three years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triennial",1,2,1 ], "a third anniversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triennial",1,2,2 ], "a triennial period, thing, or occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triennium",1,1,1 ], "a period or cycle of three years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that tries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trierarch",1,1,1 ], "a citizen responsible for fitting out a state trireme, esp| in Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trierarch",1,1,2 ], "the captain of a trireme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trierarchy",1,1,1 ], "the responsibility for fitting out a state trireme, esp| in Athens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trierarchy",1,1,2 ], "the office of a trierarch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trierarchy",1,1,3 ], "trierarchs collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifacial",1,1,1 ], "another word for trigeminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifid",1,1,1 ], "divided or split into three parts or lobes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,1,1 ], "a thing of little or no value or significance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,1,2 ], "a small amount; bit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,1,3 ], "a cold dessert made with sponge cake spread with jam or fruit, soaked in wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,1,3 ], "or sherry, covered with a custard sauce and cream, and decorated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,1,4 ], "a type of pewter of medium hardness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,1,5 ], "articles made from this pewter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,2,1 ], "to deal (with) as if worthless; dally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifle",1,2,2 ], "to waste (time) frivolously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifling",1,1,1 ], "insignificant or petty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifling",1,1,2 ], "frivolous or idle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifocal",1,1,1 ], "(tra$I!f@@$uk ' )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifocal",1,1,2 ], "having three focuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifocal",1,1,3 ], "having three focal lengths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifocal",1,2,1 ], "(tra$I!f@@$uk ' , !tra$I~f@@$uk ' )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifocal",1,2,2 ], "glasses that have trifocal lenses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifold",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifoliate",1,1,1 ], "having three leaves, leaflike parts, or (of a compound leaf) leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifolium",1,1,1 ], "any leguminous plant of the temperate genus Trifolium, having leaves divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifolium",1,1,1 ], "includes the clovers and trefoils" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trifolium",1,1,1 ], "into three leaflets and dense heads of small white, yellow, red, or purple flowers:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triforium",1,1,1 ], "an arcade above the arches of the nave, choir, or transept of a church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trifurcate",1,1,1 ], "having three branches or forks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigeminal nerve",1,1,1 ], "either one of the fifth pair of cranial nerves, which supply the muscles of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigeminal nerve",1,1,1 ], "orbit of the eye, the nasal cavity, and the forehead" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trigeminal nerve",1,1,1 ], "the mandible and maxilla| Their ophthalmic branches supply the area around the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trigeminal neuralgia",1,1,1 ], "another name for tic douloureux" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigeminal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the trigeminal nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger plant",1,1,1 ], "any of several small grass-like plants of the genus Stylidium, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger plant",1,1,1 ], "sensitive stamens that are erected when disturbed: family Stylidiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trigger",1,1,1 ], "a small projecting lever that activates the firing mechanism of a firearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger",1,1,2 ], "a device that releases a spring-loaded mechanism or a similar arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger",1,1,3 ], "any event that sets a course of action in motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger",1,2,1 ], "(usually foll| by off) to give rise (to); set (off)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger",1,2,2 ], "to fire or set in motion by or as by pulling a trigger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger-happy",1,1,1 ], "tending to resort to the use of firearms or violence irresponsibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigger-happy",1,1,2 ], "tending to act rashly or without due consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triggerfish",1,1,1 ], "They have a compressed body with erectile spines in the first dorsal fin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triggerfish",1,1,1 ], "any plectognath fish of the family Balistidae, of tropical and temperate seas|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triglyceride",1,1,1 ], "any ester of glycerol and one or more carboxylic acids, in which each glycerol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triglyceride",1,1,1 ], "are triglycerides" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "triglyceride",1,1,1 ], "molecule has combined with three carboxylic acid molecules| Most natural fats and oils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triglyph",1,1,1 ], "a stone block in a Doric frieze, having three vertical channels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigon",1,1,1 ], "(in classical Greece or Rome) a triangular harp or lyre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigon",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for triangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigonal",1,1,1 ], "another word for triangular ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigonal",1,1,2 ], "relating or belonging to the crystal system characterized by three equal axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigonal",1,1,2 ], "that are equally inclined and not perpendicular to each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trigonometric function",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of functions of an angle expressed as a ratio of two of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigonometric function",1,1,1 ], "cosine, tangent, secant, cosecant, and cotangent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trigonometric function",1,1,1 ], "sides of a right-angled triangle containing the angle| The group includes sine," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trigonometric function",1,1,2 ], "any function containing only sines, cosines, etc|, and constants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigonometry",1,1,1 ], "functions and their application to the determination of the angles and sides of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trigonometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of mathematics concerned with the properties of trigonometric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigonometry",1,1,1 ], "triangles| Used in surveying, navigation, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trigonous",1,1,1 ], "(of stems, seeds, and similar parts) having a triangular cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigraph",1,1,1 ], "a combination of three letters used to represent a single speech sound or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trigraph",1,1,1 ], "phoneme, such as eau in French beau" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trig|",1,1,1 ], "trigonometry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trig|",1,1,2 ], "trigonometrical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trihedral",1,1,1 ], "having or formed by three plane faces meeting at a point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trihedral",1,2,1 ], "a figure formed by the intersection of three lines in different planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trihedron",1,1,1 ], "a figure determined by the intersection of three planes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trihydrate",1,1,1 ], "a substance that contains three molecules of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trihydric",1,1,1 ], "(of an alcohol or similar compound) containing three hydroxyl groups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triiodomethane",1,1,1 ], "another name for iodoform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triiodothyronine",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid hormone that contains iodine and is secreted by the thyroid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triiodothyronine",1,1,1 ], "gland with thyroxine, to which it has a similar action| Formula: C15H12I3NO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trike",1,1,1 ], "short for tricycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trike",1,1,2 ], "short for trichloroethylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilateral",1,1,1 ], "having three sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilateration",1,1,1 ], "a method of surveying in which a whole area is divided into triangles, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilateration",1,1,1 ], "geodetic control or by chain survey for a detailed survey" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trilateration",1,1,1 ], "sides of which are measured, usually by electromagnetic distance measuring for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trilby",1,1,1 ], "a man's soft felt hat with an indented crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilby",1,1,2 ], "feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilemma",1,1,1 ], "a quandary posed by three alternative courses of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilemma",1,1,2 ], "an argument in which three alternatives are examined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilinear",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, bounded by, or relating to three lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilingual",1,1,1 ], "able to speak three languages fluently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilingual",1,1,2 ], "expressed or written in three languages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triliteral",1,1,1 ], "having three letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triliteral",1,1,2 ], "(of a word root in Semitic languages) consisting of three consonants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triliteral",1,2,1 ], "a word root of three consonants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilithon",1,1,1 ], "a structure consisting of two upright stones with a third placed across the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilithon",1,1,1 ], "top, such as those of Stonehenge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,1 ], "a melodic ornament consisting of a rapid alternation between a principal note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,1 ], "and the note a whole tone or semitone above it| Usual symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,2 ], "(written above a note)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,3 ], "a shrill warbling sound, esp| as made by some birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,3,1 ], "close to the alveolar ridge, allowing the tongue to make a succession of taps against" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,3,1 ], "the articulation of an (r) sound produced by holding the tip of the tongue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,3,1 ], "the ridge" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,3,2 ], "the production of a similar effect using the uvula against the back of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,1,3,2 ], "tongue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,2,1 ], "to sound, sing, or play (a trill or with a trill)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trill",1,3,1 ], "to pronounce (an (r) sound) by the production of a trill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trill",2,2,1 ], "an archaic or poetic word for trickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain and Germany) the number represented as one followed by eighteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,1,1 ], "zeros (10%1%8); a million million million| U|S| word: quintillion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S| and France) the number represented as one followed by twelve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,1,2 ], "zeros (10%1%2); a million million| Brit| word: billion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,1,3 ], "an exceptionally large but unspecified number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,2,1 ], "(preceded by a or a numeral)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to a trillion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillion",1,2,1,2 ], "there are three trillion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillium",1,1,1 ], "a whorl of three leaves at the top of the stem with a single central white, pink," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trillium",1,1,1 ], "any herbaceous plant of the genus Trillium, of Asia and North America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trillium",1,1,1 ], "or purple three-petalled flower: family Trilliaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trilobate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a leaf) consisting of or having three lobes or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilobite",1,1,1 ], "any extinct marine arthropod of the group Trilobita, abundant in Palaeozoic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilobite",1,1,1 ], "times, having a segmented exoskeleton divided into three parts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trilocular",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a plant ovary or anther) having or consisting of three chambers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilocular",1,1,1 ], "cavities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trilogy",1,1,1 ], "a series of three related works, esp| in literature, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilogy",1,1,2 ], "(in ancient Greece) a series of three tragedies performed together at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trilogy",1,1,2 ], "Dionysian festivals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trim size",1,1,1 ], "the size of a book or a page of a book after all excess material has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trim size",1,1,1 ], "trimmed off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trim tab",1,1,1 ], "a small aerofoil attached to the trailing edge of a control surface to enable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trim tab",1,1,1 ], "the pilot to trim an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trimaran",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, usually of shallow draught, with two hulls flanking the main hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimer",1,1,1 ], "a polymer or a molecule of a polymer consisting of three identical monomers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimerous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having parts arranged in groups of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimerous",1,1,2 ], "consisting of or having three parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimester",1,1,1 ], "a period of three months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimester",1,1,2 ], "(in some U|S| universities or schools) any of the three academic sessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimeter",1,1,1 ], "a verse line consisting of three metrical feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimeter",1,2,1 ], "designating such a line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimethadione",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline compound with a bitter taste and camphor-like odour, used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimethadione",1,1,1 ], "treatment of epilepsy| Formula: C6H9NO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trimetric projection",1,1,1 ], "a geometric projection, used in mechanical drawing, in which the three axes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimetric projection",1,1,1 ], "are at arbitrary angles, often using different linear scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trimetric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of a trimeter or trimeters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimetric",1,1,2 ], "another word for orthorhombic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimetrogon",1,1,1,1 ], "a method of aerial photography for rapid topographic mapping, in which one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimetrogon",1,1,1,1 ], "vertical and two oblique photographs are taken simultaneously" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trimetrogon",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimmer",1,1,1 ], "a beam in a floor or roof structure attached to truncated joists in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimmer",1,1,1 ], "leave an opening for a staircase, chimney, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trimmer",1,1,2 ], "a machine for trimming timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimmer",1,1,3 ], "a variable capacitor of small capacitance used for making fine adjustments," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimmer",1,1,3 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trimmer",1,1,4 ], "a person who alters his opinions on the grounds of expediency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimmer",1,1,5 ], "a person who fits out motor vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimming",1,1,1 ], "an extra piece used to decorate or complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimming",1,1,2 ], "additional ornaments or accompaniments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimming",1,1,3 ], "parts that are cut off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimming",1,1,4 ], "a reproof, beating, or defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimolecular",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, formed from, or involving three molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimonthly",1,2,1 ], "every three months" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimorph",1,1,1 ], "a substance, esp| a mineral, that exists in three distinct forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimorph",1,1,2 ], "any of the forms in which such a structure exists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimorphism",1,1,1 ], "different forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trimorphism",1,1,1 ], "the property exhibited by certain species of having or occurring in three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trimorphism",1,1,2 ], "the property of certain minerals of existing in three crystalline forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinary",1,1,1 ], "made up of three parts; ternary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinary",1,1,2 ], "going in threes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trine",1,1,1 ], "allowed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trine",1,1,1 ], "an aspect of 120 degrees between two planets, an orb of 8 degrees being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trine",1,1,2 ], "anything comprising three parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trine",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a trine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trine",1,2,2 ], "threefold; triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "C6H3(NO\2)3| They are less sensitive to impact than TNT but more powerful in their explosive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trinitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "any of three explosive crystalline isomeric compounds with the formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinitrobenzene",1,1,1 ], "force" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trinitrocresol",1,1,1 ], "a yellow crystalline highly explosive compound| Formula: CH3C6H(OH)(NO\2)3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinitroglycerin",1,1,1 ], "the full name for nitroglycerin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinitrophenol",1,1,1 ], "another name for picric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinitrotoluene",1,1,1 ], "the full name for TNT" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinity",1,1,1 ], "a group of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinity",1,1,2 ], "the state of being threefold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinket",1,1,1 ], "a small or worthless ornament or piece of jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinket",1,1,2 ], "a trivial object; trifle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinocular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a binocular microscope having a lens for photographic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinocular",1,1,1 ], "recording while direct visual observation is taking place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trinomial",1,1,1 ], "consisting of or relating to three terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinomial",1,1,2 ], "denoting or relating to the three-part name of an organism that incorporates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinomial",1,1,2 ], "its genus, species, and subspecies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trinomial",1,2,1 ], "a polynomial consisting of three terms, such as ax ,2 + bx + c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trinomial",1,2,2 ], "between subspecies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trinomial",1,2,2 ], "the third word in the trinomial name of an organism, which distinguishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trio sonata",1,1,1 ], "a type of baroque composition in several movements scored for two upper parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trio sonata",1,1,1 ], "and a bass part" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trio sonata",1,1,2 ], "a similar type of composition played on a keyboard instrument, esp| an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trio",1,1,1 ], "a group of three people or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trio",1,1,1,1 ], "a group of three singers or instrumentalists or a piece of music composed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trio",1,1,1,1 ], "such a group" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trio",1,1,1,2 ], "a subordinate section in a scherzo, minuet, etc|, that is contrastive in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trio",1,1,1,2 ], "and often in a related key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trio",1,1,2 ], "three cards of the same rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triode",1,1,1 ], "an electronic valve having three electrodes, a cathode, an anode, and a grid," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triode",1,1,1 ], "anode| It is used mainly as an amplifier or oscillator but has been replaced in most" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "triode",1,1,1 ], "circuits by the transistor" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "triode",1,1,1 ], "the potential of the grid controlling the flow of electrons between the cathode and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triode",1,1,2 ], "any electronic device, such as a thyratron, having three electrodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trioecious",1,1,1 ], "(of a plant species) having male, female, and hermaphrodite flowers in three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trioecious",1,1,1 ], "different plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triol",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of alcohols that have three hydroxyl groups per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triolein",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (C\1\7H\3\3COO)3C3H5" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triolein",1,1,1 ], "a naturally occurring glyceride of oleic acid, found in fats and oils|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triolet",1,1,1 ], "a verse form of eight lines, having the first line repeated as the fourth and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triolet",1,1,1 ], "seventh and the second line as the eighth, rhyming a b a a a b a b" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triose",1,1,1 ], "CH2OHCHOHCHO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triose",1,1,1 ], "a simple monosaccharide produced by the oxidation of glycerol| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trioxide",1,1,1 ], "any oxide that contains three oxygen atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripalmitin",1,1,1 ], "another name for palmitin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripartite",1,1,1 ], "divided into or composed of three parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripartite",1,1,2 ], "involving three participants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripartite",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of leaves) consisting of three parts formed by divisions extending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripartite",1,1,3 ], "almost to the base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tripartition",1,1,1 ], "division into or among three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripe",1,1,1 ], "the stomach lining of an ox, cow, or other ruminant, prepared for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripe",1,1,2 ], "something silly; rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripe",1,1,3 ], "intestines; belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripersonal",1,1,1 ], "(of God) existing as the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triphammer",1,1,1 ], "a power hammer that is raised or tilted by a cam and allowed to fall under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triphammer",1,1,1 ], "gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triphenylmethane",1,1,1 ], "(C\6H\5)3CH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triphenylmethane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline solid used for the preparation of many dyes| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triphibious",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of military operations) occurring on land, at sea, and in the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triphthong",1,1,1 ], "a composite vowel sound during the articulation of which the vocal organs move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triphthong",1,1,1 ], "from one position through a second, ending in a third" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triphthong",1,1,2 ], "a trigraph representing a composite vowel sound such as this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triphylite",1,1,1 ], "a bluish-grey rare mineral that consists of lithium iron phosphate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triphylite",1,1,1 ], "orthorhombic crystalline form and occurs in pegmatites| Formula: LiFePO4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tripinnate",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf) having pinnate leaflets that are bipinnately arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplane",1,1,1 ], "an aeroplane having three wings arranged one above the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple bond",1,1,1 ], "a type of chemical bond consisting of three distinct covalent bonds linking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple bond",1,1,1 ], "two atoms in a molecule" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triple jump",1,1,1 ], "an athletic event in which the competitor has to perform successively a hop, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple jump",1,1,1 ], "step, and a jump in continuous movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triple point",1,1,1 ], "equilibrium| The triple point of water, 273|16 K, is the basis of the definition of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triple point",1,1,1 ], "kelvin" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "triple point",1,1,1 ], "the temperature and pressure at which the three phases of a substance are in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple",1,1,1 ], "consisting of three parts; threefold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple",1,1,2 ], "(of musical time or rhythm) having three beats in each bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple",1,1,3 ], "three times as great or as much" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple",1,2,1 ], "a threefold amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple",1,2,2 ], "a group of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple",1,3,1 ], "to increase or become increased threefold; treble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple-nerved",1,1,1 ], "(of a leaf) having three main veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triple-tongue",1,1,1 ], "instrument by a combination of single- and double-tonguing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triple-tongue",1,1,1 ], "to play (very quick staccato passages of notes grouped in threes) on a wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplet",1,1,1 ], "a group or set of three similar things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplet",1,1,2 ], "one of three offspring born at one birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplet",1,1,3 ], "a group of three notes played in a time value of two, four, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripletail",1,1,1 ], "any percoid fish of the family Lobotidae, esp| Lobotes surinamensis, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripletail",1,1,1 ], "brackish waters of SE Asia, having tail-like dorsal and anal fins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triplex",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicate",1,1,1 ], "triple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicate",1,2,1 ], "to multiply or be multiplied by three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicate",1,3,1,1 ], "a group of three things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicate",1,3,1,2 ], "one of such a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicate",1,3,2 ], "in triplicate| written out with three copies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicity",1,1,1 ], "a group of three things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicity",1,1,2 ], "the state of being three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicity",1,1,3 ], "any of four groups, earth, air, fire, and water, each consisting of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triplicity",1,1,3 ], "signs of the zodiac that are thought to have something in common in their nature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triploblastic",1,1,1 ], "(of all multicellular animals except coelenterates) having a body developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triploblastic",1,1,1 ], "from all three germ layers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triploid",1,1,1 ], "having or relating to three times the haploid number of chromosomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triploid",1,2,1 ], "a triploid organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripl|",1,1,1 ], "triplicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripod",1,1,1 ], "an adjustable and usually collapsible three-legged stand to which a camera," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripod",1,1,1 ], "etc|, can be attached to hold it steady" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tripod",1,1,2 ], "a stand or table having three legs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripody",1,1,1 ], "a metrical unit consisting of three feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripoli",1,1,1 ], "a lightweight porous siliceous rock derived by weathering and used in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripoli",1,1,1 ], "powdered form as a polish, filter, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tripos",1,1,1 ], "University" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tripos",1,1,1 ], "the final honours degree examinations in certain subjects at Cambridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripper",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes on a trip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripper",1,1,2 ], "a tourist; excursionist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripper",1,1,3 ], "another word for trip ,1,7" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripper",1,1,3,1 ], "any device that generates a signal causing a trip to operate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripper",1,1,3,2 ], "the signal so generated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trippet",1,1,1 ], "any mechanism that strikes or is struck at regular intervals, as by a cam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triptane",1,1,1 ], "a colourless highly flammable liquid alkane hydrocarbon, isomeric with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triptane",1,1,1 ], "heptane, used in aviation fuel; 2,2,3-trimethylbutane| Formula: CH3C(CH\3)2CH(CH\3)CH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tripterous",1,1,1 ], "(of fruits, seeds, etc|) having three winglike extensions or parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triptych",1,1,1 ], "a set of three pictures or panels, usually hinged so that the two wing panels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triptych",1,1,1 ], "fold over the larger central one: often used as an altarpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triptych",1,1,2 ], "a set of three hinged writing tablets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triptyque",1,1,1 ], "a customs permit for the temporary importation of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tripwire",1,1,1 ], "a wire that activates a trap, mine, etc|, when tripped over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triquetrous",1,1,1 ], "triangular, esp| in cross section" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triradiate",1,1,1 ], "having or consisting of three rays or radiating branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trireme",1,1,1 ], "a galley, developed by the ancient Greeks as a warship, with three banks of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trireme",1,1,1 ], "oars on each side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trisaccharide",1,1,1 ], "an oligosaccharide whose molecules have three linked monosaccharide molecules" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trisect",1,1,1 ], "to divide into three parts, esp| three equal parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triserial",1,1,1 ], "arranged in three rows or series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trishaw",1,1,1 ], "another name for rickshaw ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triskaidekaphobia",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal fear of the number thirteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triskelion",1,1,1 ], "a symbol consisting of three bent limbs or lines radiating from a centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trismus",1,1,1 ], "contractions of the jaw muscles, caused by a form of tetanus| Nontechnical name: lockjaw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trismus",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being unable to open the mouth because of sustained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trisoctahedron",1,1,1 ], "a solid figure having 24 identical triangular faces, groups of three faces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trisoctahedron",1,1,1 ], "being formed on an underlying octahedron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trisomic",1,1,1 ], "diploid organism, cell, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trisomic",1,1,1 ], "having one chromosome of the set represented three times in an otherwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triste",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for sad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tristearin",1,1,1 ], "another name for stearin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tristich",1,1,1 ], "a poem, stanza, or strophe that consists of three lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tristichous",1,1,1 ], "arranged in three rows, esp| (of plants) having three vertical rows of leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tristimulus values",1,1,1 ], "of three reference colours that can be mixed to give the same visual sensation as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tristimulus values",1,1,1 ], "the colour considered| Symbol: X, Y, Z" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tristimulus values",1,1,1 ], "three values that together are used to describe a colour and are the amounts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trisulphide",1,1,1 ], "any sulphide containing three sulphur atoms per molecule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trisyllable",1,1,1 ], "a word of three syllables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tritanopia",1,1,1 ], "inability to see the colour blue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trite",1,1,1 ], "hackneyed; dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trite",1,1,2 ], "frayed or worn out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tritheism",1,1,1 ], "belief in three gods, esp| in the Trinity as consisting of three distinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tritheism",1,1,1 ], "gods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tritiate",1,1,1 ], "to replace normal hydrogen atoms in a compound by those of tritium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triticale",1,1,1 ], "a fertile hybrid cereal, a cross between wheat (Triticum) and rye (Secale)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triticale",1,1,1 ], "produced by polyploidy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triticum",1,1,1 ], "any annual cereal grass of the genus Triticum, which includes the wheats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tritium",1,1,1 ], "Symbol: T or '3H; half-life: 12|5 years" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tritium",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive isotope of hydrogen, occurring in trace amounts in natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tritium",1,1,1 ], "hydrogen and produced in a nuclear reactor| Tritiated compounds are used as tracers|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triton",1,1,1 ], "Triton, Cymatium, etc|, having large beautifully-coloured spiral shells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triton",1,1,1 ], "any of various chiefly tropical marine gastropod molluscs of the genera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triton",2,1,1 ], "a nucleus of an atom of tritium, containing two neutrons and one proton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tritone",1,1,1 ], "a musical interval consisting of three whole tones; augmented fourth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triturate",1,1,1 ], "to grind or rub into a fine powder or pulp; masticate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triturate",1,2,1 ], "the powder or pulp resulting from this grinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trituration",1,1,1 ], "the act of triturating or the state of being triturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trituration",1,1,2 ], "a mixture of one or more finely ground powdered drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,1,1 ], "achievement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,1,1 ], "the feeling of exultation and happiness derived from a victory or major" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,1,2 ], "the act or condition of being victorious; victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Rome) a ritual procession to the Capitoline Hill held in honour of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,1,3 ], "a victorious general" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,1,4 ], "a public display or celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for trump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,2,1 ], "(often foll| by over) to win a victory or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,2,2 ], "to rejoice over a victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumph",1,2,3 ], "to celebrate a Roman triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumphal arch",1,1,1 ], "an arch built to commemorate a victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumphal",1,1,1 ], "celebrating a triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumphal",1,1,2 ], "resembling triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumphant",1,1,1 ], "experiencing or displaying triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumphant",1,1,2 ], "exultant through triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumphant",1,1,2,1 ], "magnificent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumphant",1,1,2,2 ], "triumphal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvir",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in ancient Rome) a member of a triumvirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,1,1 ], "a board of three officials jointly responsible for some task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,1,2 ], "the political alliance of Caesar, Crassus, and Pompey, formed in 60 b|c" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,2 ], "(First Triumvirate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,2,3 ], "Octavian, begun in 43 b|c" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,2,3 ], "the coalition and joint rule of the Roman Empire by Antony, Lepidus, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,3 ], "(Second Triumvirate)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,4 ], "any joint rule by three men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,5 ], "any group of three men associated in some way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triumvirate",1,1,6 ], "the office of a triumvir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triune",1,1,1 ], "constituting three in one, esp| the three persons in one God of the Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triune",1,2,1 ], "a group of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triune",1,2,2 ], "another word for Trinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivalent",1,1,1 ], "having a valency of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivalent",1,1,2 ], "having three valencies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivet",1,1,1 ], "a stand, usually three-legged and metal, on which cooking vessels are placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivet",1,1,1 ], "over a fire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trivet",1,1,2 ], "a short metal stand on which hot dishes are placed on a table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivet",1,1,3 ], "as right as a trivet| in perfect health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivia",1,1,1 ], "petty details or considerations; trifles; trivialities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivial",1,1,1 ], "of little importance; petty or frivolous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivial",1,1,2 ], "ordinary or commonplace; trite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivial",1,1,3 ], "(of the solutions of a set of homogeneous equations) having zero values for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivial",1,1,3 ], "all the variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trivial",1,1,4 ], "denoting the specific name of an organism in binomial nomenclature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivial",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the trivium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triviality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "triviality",1,1,2 ], "something, such as a remark, that is trivial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivialize",1,1,1 ], "to cause to seem trivial or more trivial minimize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivium",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval learning) the lower division of the seven liberal arts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trivium",1,1,1 ], "consisting of grammar, rhetoric, and logic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troat",1,1,1 ], "(of a rutting buck) to call or bellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trocar",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for removing fluid from bodily cavities, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trocar",1,1,1 ], "puncturing device situated inside a tube" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trochaic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of trochees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochaic",1,2,1 ], "another word for trochee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochaic",1,2,2 ], "a verse composed of trochees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochal",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochanter",1,1,1 ], "any of several processes on the upper part of the vertebrate femur, to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochanter",1,1,1 ], "muscles are attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trochanter",1,1,2 ], "the third segment of an insect's leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troche",1,1,1 ], "another name for lozenge ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochee",1,1,1 ], "a metrical foot of two syllables, the first long and the second short ( )" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochelminth",1,1,1 ], "any invertebrate of the former taxonomic group Trochelminthes, which included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochelminth",1,1,1 ], "the rotifers and gastrotrichs, now classed as separate phyla" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trochilus",1,1,1 ], "another name for hummingbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochilus",1,1,2 ], "any of several Old World warblers, esp| Phylloscopus trochilus (willow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochilus",1,1,2 ], "warbler)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trochlea",1,1,1 ], "any bony or cartilaginous part with a grooved surface over which a bone," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochlea",1,1,1 ], "tendon, etc|, may slide or articulate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trochlear nerve",1,1,1 ], "either one of the fourth pair of cranial nerves, which supply the superior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochlear nerve",1,1,1 ], "oblique muscle of the eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trochlear",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a trochlea or trochlear nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochlear",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a pulley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochophore",1,1,1 ], "the ciliated planktonic larva of many invertebrates, including polychaete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trochophore",1,1,1 ], "worms, molluscs, and rotifers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trod",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trodden",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trode",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of tread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trog",1,1,1 ], "to walk, esp| aimlessly or heavily; stroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troglodyte",1,1,1 ], "a cave dweller, esp| one of the prehistoric peoples thought to have lived in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troglodyte",1,1,1 ], "caves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troglodyte",1,1,2 ], "a person who lives alone and appears eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trogon",1,1,1 ], "America, Africa, and Asia| They have a brilliant plumage, short hooked bill, and long" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trogon",1,1,1 ], "any bird of the order Trogoniformes of tropical and subtropical regions of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trogon",1,1,1 ], "tail" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "troika",1,1,1 ], "a Russian vehicle drawn by three horses abreast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troika",1,1,2 ], "three horses harnessed abreast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troika",1,1,3 ], "a triumvirate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troilism",1,1,1 ], "sexual activity involving three people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,1,1,1 ], "to draw (a baited line, etc|) through the water, often from a boat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,1,1,2 ], "to fish (a stretch of water) by trolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,1,1,3 ], "to fish (for) by trolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,1,2 ], "to roll or cause to roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,1,3 ], "hearty voice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,1,3 ], "to sing (a refrain, chorus, etc|) or (of a refrain, etc|) to be sung in a loud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,2,1 ], "to walk or stroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,3,1 ], "to stroll around looking for sexual partners; cruise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of trolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",1,4,2 ], "a bait or lure used in trolling, such as a spinner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",2,1,1 ], "(in Scandinavian folklore) one of a class of supernatural creatures that dwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troll",2,1,1 ], "in caves or mountains and are depicted either as dwarfs or as giants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trolley bus",1,1,1 ], "an electrically driven public-transport vehicle that does not run on rails but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley bus",1,1,1 ], "takes its power from an overhead wire through a trolley" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trolley car",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| name for tram ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,1 ], "a small table on castors used for conveying food, drink, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,2 ], "a four-wheeled cart for transporting luggage at a railway station, airport," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,2 ], "etc|, or for carrying shopping or other goods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,3 ], "a device that collects the current from an overhead wire (trolley wire), third" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,3 ], "rail, etc|, to drive the motor of an electric vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,4 ], "a pulley or truck that travels along an overhead wire in order to support a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,4 ], "suspended load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,5 ], "a low truck running on rails, used in factories, mines, etc|, and on railways" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,6 ], "a truck, cage, or basket suspended from an overhead track or cable for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trolley",1,1,6 ], "carrying loads in a mine, quarry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trollop",1,1,1 ], "a promiscuous woman, esp| a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trollop",1,1,2 ], "an untidy woman; slattern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tromba marina",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete viol with a long thin body and a single string| It resembled the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tromba marina",1,1,1 ], "natural trumpet in its range of notes (limited to harmonics) and its tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trombidiasis",1,1,1 ], "infestation with mites of the family Trombiculidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trombone",1,1,1 ], "a brass instrument, a low-pitched counterpart of the trumpet, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trombone",1,1,1 ], "forms of this instrument are the tenor trombone (range: about two and a half octaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trombone",1,1,1 ], "tube the effective length of which is varied by means of a U-shaped slide| The usual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trombone",1,1,1 ], "upwards from E) and the bass trombone (pitched a fourth lower)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "trombone",1,1,2 ], "a person who plays this instrument in an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trommel",1,1,1 ], "a revolving cylindrical sieve used to screen crushed ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trompe l'oeil",1,1,1 ], "a painting or decoration giving a convincing illusion of reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trompe l'oeil",1,1,2 ], "an effect of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trompe",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for supplying the blast of air in a forge, consisting of a thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trompe",1,1,1 ], "column down which water falls, drawing in air through side openings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trona",1,1,1 ], "a greyish mineral that consists of hydrated sodium carbonate and occurs in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trona",1,1,1 ], "salt deposits| Formula: Na2CO3NaHCO32H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troop carrier",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle, aircraft, or ship designed for the carriage of troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,1,1 ], "a large group or assembly; flock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,1,2 ], "a subdivision of a cavalry regiment of about company size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,1,3 ], "armed forces; soldiers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,1,4 ], "a large group of Scouts or Girl Guides comprising several patrols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,1,5 ], "an archaic spelling of troupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,2,1 ], "to gather, move, or march in or as if in a crowd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,3,1 ], "to parade (the colour or flag) ceremonially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,4,1 ], "military slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,4,2 ], "to report (a serviceman) for a breach of discipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troop",1,5,1 ], "an archaic word for consort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trooper",1,1,1 ], "a soldier in a cavalry regiment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trooper",1,1,2 ], "a mounted policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trooper",1,1,3 ], "a state policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trooper",1,1,4 ], "a cavalry horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trooper",1,1,5 ], "a troopship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troopship",1,1,1 ], "a ship, usually a converted merchant ship, used to transport military" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troopship",1,1,1 ], "personnel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troostite",1,1,1 ], "a reddish or greyish mineral that is a variety of willemite in which some of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troostite",1,1,1 ], "the zinc is replaced by manganese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropaeolin",1,1,1 ], "any of certain yellow and orange azo dyes of complex structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropaeolum",1,1,1 ], "any garden plant of the genus Tropaeolum, esp| the nasturtium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trope",1,1,1 ], "a word or expression used in a figurative sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trope",1,1,2 ], "Catholic liturgy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trope",1,1,2 ], "an interpolation of words or music into the plainsong settings of the Roman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophallaxis",1,1,1 ], "colonies of social insects" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trophallaxis",1,1,1 ], "the exchange of regurgitated food that occurs between adults and larvae in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to nutrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating nourishment or nutrition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophoblast",1,1,1 ], "a membrane that encloses the embryo of placental mammals, becoming attached to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophoblast",1,1,1 ], "the uterus wall and absorbing nourishment from the uterine fluids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trophoplasm",1,1,1 ], "the cytoplasm that is involved in the nutritive processes of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophozoite",1,1,1 ], "malaria parasite this stage occurs in the human red blood cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trophozoite",1,1,1 ], "the form of a protozoan of the class Sporozoa in the feeding stage| In the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,1 ], "an object such as a silver or gold cup that is symbolic of victory in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,1 ], "contest, esp| a sporting contest; prize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,2 ], "a memento of success, esp| one taken in war or hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,3 ], "(in ancient Greece and Rome)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,3,1 ], "a memorial to a victory, usually consisting of captured arms raised on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,3,1 ], "battlefield or in a public place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,3,2 ], "a representation of such a memorial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trophy",1,1,4 ], "an ornamental carving that represents a group of weapons, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropic",1,1,1 ], "Cancer) and 23 degrees S (tropic of Capricorn) of the equator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropic",1,1,1 ], "either of the parallel lines of latitude at about 23 degrees N (tropic of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropic",1,1,2 ], "and Capricorn; the Torrid Zone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropic",1,1,2 ], "the tropics| that part of the earth's surface between the tropics of Cancer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropic",1,1,3 ], "either of the two parallel circles on the celestial sphere having the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropic",1,1,3 ], "latitudes and names as the corresponding lines on the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropic",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropical year",1,1,1 ], "another name for solar year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropical",1,1,1 ], "situated in, used in, characteristic of, or relating to the tropics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropical",1,1,2 ], "(of weather) very hot, esp| when humid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropical",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a trope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropicalize",1,1,1 ], "to adapt to tropical use, temperatures, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropicbird",1,1,1 ], "(pelicans, cormorants, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tropicbird",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird of the tropical family Phaethontidae, having long slender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropicbird",1,1,1 ], "tail feathers and a white plumage with black markings: order Pelecaniformes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropine",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline poisonous hygroscopic alkaloid obtained by heating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropine",1,1,1 ], "atropine or hyoscyamine with barium hydroxide| Formula: C8H15NO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropism",1,1,1 ], "in a direction determined by the stimulus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropism",1,1,1 ], "the response of an organism, esp| a plant, to an external stimulus by growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating change or a turning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropology",1,1,1 ], "the use of figurative language in speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropology",1,1,2 ], "the educing of moral or figurative meanings from the Scriptures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropology",1,1,3 ], "a treatise on tropes or figures of speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropopause",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a sharp change in the lapse rate and varying in altitude from about 18" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tropopause",1,1,1 ], "kilometres (11 miles) above the equator to 6 km (4 miles) at the Poles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tropopause",1,1,1 ], "the plane of discontinuity between the troposphere and the stratosphere," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropophilous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) able to adapt to seasonal changes in temperature, rainfall, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropophyte",1,1,1 ], "a plant that is able to adapt to seasonal changes in temperature, rainfall," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tropophyte",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troposphere",1,1,1 ], "equator to about 6 km (4 miles) at the Poles, in which air temperature decreases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troposphere",1,1,1 ], "in this layer" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "troposphere",1,1,1 ], "normally with height at about 6|5 degrees C per km| Most meteorological phenomena occur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "troposphere",1,1,1 ], "the lowest atmospheric layer, about 18 kilometres (11 miles) thick at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troppo",1,1,1 ], "too much; excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troppo",2,1,1 ], "mentally affected by a tropical climate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trop|",1,1,1 ], "tropic(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot out",1,1,1 ], "to bring forward, as for approbation or admiration, esp| repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move at a trot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,1,2 ], "that carries the baited hook just above the bottom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,1,2 ], "to fish (a fast-moving stream or river) by using a float and weighted line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,1 ], "a gait of a horse or other quadruped, faster than a walk, in which diagonally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,1 ], "opposite legs come down together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,2 ], "a steady brisk pace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,3 ], "(in harness racing) a race for horses that have been trained to trot fast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,3,1 ], "one of the short lines attached to a trotline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,3,2 ], "the trotline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,4 ], "a run of luck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,5 ], "a small child; tot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,6 ], "a student's crib" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,7 ], "on the trot| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,7,1 ], "one after the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,7,2 ], "busy, esp| on one's feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trot",1,2,8 ], "the trots| Informal| diarrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troth",1,1,1 ], "a pledge or oath of fidelity, esp| a betrothal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troth",1,1,2 ], "truth (esp| in the phrase in troth)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troth",1,1,3 ], "loyalty; fidelity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trothplight",1,1,1 ], "a betrothal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trothplight",1,2,1 ], "to betroth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trothplight",1,3,1 ], "betrothed; engaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trotline",1,1,1 ], "a long line suspended across a stream, river, etc|, to which shorter hooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trotline",1,1,1 ], "and baited lines are attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trotter",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that trots, esp| a horse that is specially trained to trot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trotter",1,1,1 ], "fast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trotter",1,1,2 ], "the foot of certain animals, esp| of pigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trotyl",1,1,1 ], "another name for TNT" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trou-de-loup",1,1,1 ], "any of a series of conical-shaped pits with a stake fixed in the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troubadour",1,1,1 ], "Italy from the 11th to the 13th centuries, writing chiefly on courtly love in complex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troubadour",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of lyric poets who flourished principally in Provence and N" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troubadour",1,1,1 ], "metric form" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "troubadour",1,1,2 ], "a singer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble spot",1,1,1 ], "a place of recurring trouble, esp| of political unrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,1 ], "a state or condition of mental distress or anxiety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,2 ], "a state or condition of disorder or unrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,3 ], "a condition of disease, pain, or malfunctioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,4 ], "a cause of distress, disturbance, or pain; problem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,5 ], "effort or exertion taken to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,6 ], "liability to suffer punishment or misfortune (esp| in the phrase be in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,6 ], "trouble)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,7 ], "the condition of an unmarried girl who becomes pregnant (esp| in the phrase in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,1,7 ], "trouble)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,2,1 ], "to cause trouble to; upset, pain, or worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,3,1 ], "to put oneself to inconvenience; be concerned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,4,1 ], "to take pains; exert oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,5,1 ], "to cause inconvenience or discomfort to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,5,2 ], "to agitate or make rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouble",1,6,1 ], "to interfere with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troublemaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes trouble, esp| between people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troubleshooter",1,1,1 ], "a person who locates the cause of trouble and removes or treats it, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troubleshooter",1,1,1 ], "running of a machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troublesome",1,1,1 ], "causing a great deal of trouble; worrying, upsetting, or annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troublesome",1,1,2 ], "characterized by violence; turbulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troublesome",1,1,3 ], "agitated or disturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troublous",1,1,1 ], "unsettled; agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,1 ], "a narrow open container, esp| one in which food or water for animals is put" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,2 ], "a narrow channel, gutter, or gulley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,3 ], "a narrow depression either in the land surface, ocean bed, or between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,3 ], "successive waves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,4 ], "an elongated area of low pressure, esp| an extension of a depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,5 ], "a single or temporary low point; depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,6 ], "its average value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,6 ], "the portion of a wave, such as a light wave, in which the amplitude lies below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trough",1,1,7 ], "the lowest point or most depressed stage of the trade cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trounce",1,1,1 ], "to beat or defeat utterly thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troupe",1,1,1 ], "a company of actors or other performers, esp| one that travels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troupe",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of actors) to move or travel in a group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouper",1,1,1 ], "a member of a troupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouper",1,1,2 ], "an experienced or dependable worker or associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troupial",1,1,1 ], "any of various American orioles of the genus Icterus, esp| I| icterus, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troupial",1,1,1 ], "bright orange-and-black South American bird" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trouse",1,1,1 ], "close-fitting breeches worn in Ireland; trews" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouser suit",1,1,1 ], "a woman's suit of a jacket or top and trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouser suit",1,1,1 ], "suit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trouser",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of or relating to trousers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trousers",1,1,1 ], "a garment shaped to cover the body from the waist to the ankles or knees with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trousers",1,1,1 ], "separate tube-shaped sections for both legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trousers",1,1,2 ], "equivalent: wear the pants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trousers",1,1,2 ], "wear the trousers| Brit| informal| to have control, esp| in a marriage| U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trousseau",1,1,1 ], "the clothes, linen, etc|, collected by a bride for her marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trout",1,1,1 ], "any of various game fishes of the genera Salmo and Salvelinus , mostly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trout",1,1,1 ], "fresh water in northern regions: family Salmonidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trout",1,1,2 ], "(salmon)| They resemble salmon but are smaller and spotted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trout",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar or related fishes, such as a sea trout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trout",1,1,4 ], "a person, esp| an unattractive woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouv",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of poets of N France during the 12th and 13th centuries who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trouv",1,1,1 ], "composed chiefly narrative works" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trover",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) the act of wrongfully assuming proprietary rights over personal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trover",1,1,1 ], "goods or property belonging to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trow",1,1,1 ], "to think, believe, or trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troy weight",1,1,1 ], "a system of weights used for precious metals and gemstones, based on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "troy weight",1,1,1 ], "grain, which is identical to the avoirdupois grain| 24 grains = 1 pennyweight; 20" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "troy weight",1,1,1 ], "pennyweights = 1 (troy) ounce; 12 ounces = 1 (troy) pound" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "truant",1,1,1 ], "a person who is absent without leave, esp| from school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truant",1,2,1 ], "being or relating to a truant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truant",1,3,1 ], "to play truant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truce",1,1,1 ], "an agreement to stop fighting, esp| temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truce",1,1,2 ], "temporary cessation of something unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck farm",1,1,1 ], "a market garden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck system",1,1,1 ], "a system during the early years of the Industrial Revolution of forcing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck system",1,1,1 ], "workers to accept payment of wages in kind, usually to the employer's advantage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle for carrying freight on a railway; wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,2 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for lorry ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,3 ], "a frame carrying two or more pairs of wheels and usually springs and brakes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,3 ], "attached under an end of a railway coach, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,4 ], "skateboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,4 ], "the swivelling frame carrying the wheels attached below the deck of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,4,1 ], "a disc-shaped block fixed to the head of a mast having sheave holes for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,4,1 ], "receiving signal halyards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,4,2 ], "the head of a mast itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,1,5 ], "any wheeled vehicle used to move goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,2,1 ], "to convey (goods) in a truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",1,3,1 ], "to drive a truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,1,1 ], "commercial goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,1,2 ], "dealings (esp| in the phrase have no truck with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,1,3 ], "commercial exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,1,4 ], "payment of wages in kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,1,5 ], "miscellaneous articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,1,6 ], "rubbish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,1,7 ], "vegetables grown for market" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,2,1 ], "to exchange (goods); barter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truck",2,3,1 ], "to traffic or negotiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckage",1,1,1 ], "conveyance of cargo by truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckage",1,1,2 ], "the charge for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trucker",1,1,1 ], "a lorry-driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trucker",1,1,2 ], "a person who arranges for the transport of goods by lorry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trucker",2,1,1 ], "a market gardener" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trucker",2,1,2 ], "another word for hawker ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckie",1,1,1 ], "a truck driver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trucking",1,1,1 ], "the transportation of goods by lorry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trucking",2,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for market gardening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trucking",2,1,2 ], "commercial exchange; barter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckle bed",1,1,1 ], "a low bed on wheels, stored under a larger bed, used esp| formerly by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckle bed",1,1,1 ], "servant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truckle",1,1,1 ], "to yield weakly give in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckle",2,1,1 ], "a small wheel; caster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckle",2,2,1 ], "to roll on truckles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckle",2,3,1 ], "to push (a piece of furniture) along on truckles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truckload",1,1,1 ], "the amount carried by a truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truculent",1,1,1 ], "defiantly aggressive, sullen, or obstreperous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truculent",1,1,2 ], "savage, fierce, or harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trudge",1,1,1 ], "to walk or plod heavily or wearily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trudge",1,2,1 ], "to pass through or over by trudging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trudge",1,3,1 ], "a long tiring walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trudgen",1,1,1 ], "a type of swimming stroke that uses overarm action, as in the crawl, and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trudgen",1,1,1 ], "scissors kick" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "true bill",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in Britain; now only U|S|) the endorsement made on a bill of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "true bill",1,1,1 ], "committing the accused to trial" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "true bill",1,1,1 ], "indictment by a grand jury certifying it to be supported by sufficient evidence to warrant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "true level",1,1,1 ], "a hypothetical surface that is perpendicular at every point to the plumb line," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "true level",1,1,1 ], "such as the mean sea level or geoid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "true rib",1,1,1 ], "any of the upper seven pairs of ribs in man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "true time",1,1,1 ], "in its daily path, the true time is exactly noon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "true time",1,1,1 ], "the time shown by a sundial; solar time| When the sun is at the highest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "true-born",1,1,1 ], "being such by birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truelove knot",1,1,1 ], "a complicated bowknot that is hard to untie, symbolizing ties of love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truelove",1,1,1 ], "someone truly loved; sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truelove",1,1,2 ], "another name for herb Paris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truffle",1,1,1 ], "European genus Tuber| They have a tuberous appearance and are regarded as a delicacy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truffle",1,1,1 ], "any of various edible saprophytic ascomycetous subterranean fungi of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truffle",1,1,2 ], "a sweet resembling this fungus in shape, flavoured with chocolate or rum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trug",1,1,1 ], "a long shallow basket for carrying flowers, fruit, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truism",1,1,1 ], "an obvious truth; platitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trull",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute; harlot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truly",1,1,1 ], "in a true, just, or faithful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truly",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truly",1,1,3 ], "indeed; really" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumeau",1,1,1 ], "a section of a wall or pillar between two openings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump up",1,1,1 ], "implicate someone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trump up",1,1,1 ], "to concoct or invent (a charge, accusation, etc|) so as to deceive or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",1,1,1,1 ], "any card from the suit chosen as trumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",1,1,1,2 ], "this suit itself; trumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",1,1,2 ], "a decisive or advantageous move, resource, action, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",1,1,3 ], "a fine or reliable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",1,2,1 ], "to play a trump card on a plain suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",1,3,1 ], "to outdo or surpass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",2,1,1 ], "a trumpet or the sound produced by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",2,1,2 ], "the last trump| the final trumpet call that according to the belief of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",2,1,2 ], "will awaken and raise the dead on the Day of Judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trump",2,2,1 ], "to produce a sound upon or as if upon the trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trump",2,3,1 ], "to proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpery",1,1,1 ], "foolish talk or actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpery",1,1,2 ], "a useless or worthless article; trinket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpery",1,2,1 ], "useless or worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet flower",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants having trumpet-shaped flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet flower",1,1,2 ], "the flower of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet honeysuckle",1,1,1 ], "a North American honeysuckle shrub, Lonicera sempervirens, having orange," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet honeysuckle",1,1,1 ], "scarlet, or yellow trumpet-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,1 ], "a valved brass instrument of brilliant tone consisting of a narrow tube of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,1 ], "cylindrical bore ending in a flared bell, normally pitched in B flat| Range: two and a half" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,1 ], "octaves upwards from F sharp on the fourth line of the bass staff" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,2 ], "any instrument consisting of a valveless tube ending in a bell, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,2 ], "straight instrument used for fanfares, signals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,3 ], "a person who plays a trumpet in an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,4 ], "a loud sound such as that of a trumpet, esp| when made by an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,5 ], "an eight-foot reed stop on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,6 ], "something resembling a trumpet in shape, esp| in having a flared bell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,7 ], "short for ear trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,8 ], "blow one's own trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,1,9 ], "to boast about oneself; brag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpet",1,2,1 ], "to proclaim or sound loudly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter swan",1,1,1 ], "a large swan, Cygnus buccinator, of W North America, having a white plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter swan",1,1,1 ], "and black bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the trumpet, esp| one whose duty it is to play fanfares," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter",1,1,1 ], "signals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter",1,1,2 ], "any of three birds of the genus Psophia of the forests of South America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter",1,1,2 ], "having a rounded body, long legs, and a glossy blackish plumage: family Psophiidae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter",1,1,2 ], "order Gruiformes (cranes, rails, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trumpeter",1,1,3 ], "a breed of domestic fancy pigeon with a long ruff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumpetweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various eupatorium plants, esp| joe-pye weed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumps",1,1,1 ], "any one of the four suits, decided by cutting or bidding, that outranks all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumps",1,1,1 ], "the other suits for the duration of a deal or game" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trumps",1,1,2 ], "turn up trumps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumps",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) to bring about a happy or successful conclusion (to an event," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trumps",1,1,3 ], "problem, etc|), esp| unexpectedly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truncate",1,1,1 ], "(tr'&n!ke$It, !tr'&nke$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncate",1,2,1 ], "to shorten by cutting off a part, end, or top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncate",1,3,1 ], "cut short; truncated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncate",1,3,2 ], "having a blunt end, as though cut off at the tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncated",1,1,1 ], "(of a cone, pyramid, prism, etc|) having an apex or end removed by a plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncated",1,1,1 ], "intersection that is usually nonparallel to the base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truncated",1,1,2 ], "(of a crystal) having edges or corners cut off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncated",1,1,3 ], "shortened by or as if by cutting off; truncate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncheon",1,1,1 ], "a short thick club or cudgel carried by a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncheon",1,1,2 ], "a baton of office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncheon",1,1,3 ], "a short club or cudgel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncheon",1,1,4 ], "the shaft of a spear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truncheon",1,2,1 ], "to beat with a truncheon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle bed",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for truckle bed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle",1,1,1 ], "to move heavily on or as if on wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle",1,2,1 ], "to rotate or spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of trundling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle",1,3,2 ], "a small wheel or roller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle",1,3,2,1 ], "the pinion of a lantern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle",1,3,2,2 ], "any of the bars in a lantern pinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trundle",1,3,3 ], "a small truck with low wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk cabin",1,1,1 ], "a long relatively low cabin above the deck of a yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk call",1,1,1 ], "a long-distance telephone call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk curl",1,1,1 ], "a physical exercise in which the body is brought into a sitting position from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk curl",1,1,1 ], "floor" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trunk curl",1,1,1 ], "one of lying on the back, the legs being kept straight and in contact with the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunk hose",1,1,1 ], "a man's puffed-out breeches reaching to the thighs and worn with tights in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk hose",1,1,1 ], "the 16th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunk line",1,1,1 ], "a direct link between two telephone exchanges or switchboards that are a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk line",1,1,1 ], "considerable distance apart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunk line",1,1,2 ], "the main route or routes on a railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk road",1,1,1 ], "a main road, esp| one that is suitable for heavy vehicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,1 ], "having branches at some distance from the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,1 ], "the main stem of a tree, usually thick and upright, covered with bark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,2 ], "a large strong case or box used to contain clothes and other personal effects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,2 ], "when travelling and for storage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,3 ], "the body excluding the head, neck, and limbs; torso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,4 ], "the elongated prehensile nasal part of an elephant; proboscis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,5 ], "the U|S| name for boot ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,6 ], "the main stem of a nerve, blood vessel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,7 ], "a watertight boxlike cover within a vessel with its top above the waterline," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,7 ], "such as one used to enclose a centreboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,8 ], "an enclosed duct or passageway for ventilation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunk",1,1,9 ], "of or relating to a main road, railway, etc|, in a network" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunkfish",1,1,1 ], "any tropical plectognath fish of the family Ostraciidae, having the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunkfish",1,1,1 ], "encased in bony plates with openings for the fins, eyes, mouth, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunks",1,1,1 ], "a man's garment worn for swimming, either fairly loose and extending from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunks",1,1,1 ], "waist to the thigh or briefer and close-fitting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunks",1,1,2 ], "shorts worn for some sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunks",1,1,3 ], "men's underpants with legs that reach midthigh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunnel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of treenail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunnion",1,1,1 ], "container, cannon, etc|, to provide a support about which it can turn in a vertical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trunnion",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of coaxial projections attached to opposite sides of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trunnion",1,1,2 ], "the structure supporting such a projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss bridge",1,1,1 ], "a bridge that is constructed of trusses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,1,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to tie, bind, or bundle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,1,2 ], "in place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,1,2 ], "to fasten or bind the wings and legs of (a fowl) before cooking to keep them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,1,3 ], "to support or stiffen (a roof, bridge, etc|) with structural members" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,1,4 ], "to confine (the body or a part of it) in tight clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,1,5 ], "(of falcons) to hold (the quarry) in the stoop without letting go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,1,6 ], "to supply or support with a truss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,1 ], "a structural framework of wood or metal, esp| one arranged in triangles, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,1 ], "to support a roof, bridge, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,2 ], "a device for holding a hernia in place, typically consisting of a pad held in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,2 ], "position by a belt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,3 ], "a cluster of flowers or fruit growing at the end of a single stalk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,4 ], "a metal fitting fixed to a yard at its centre for holding it to a mast while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,4 ], "allowing movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,5 ], "another name for corbel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,6 ], "a bundle or pack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,7 ], "a bundle of hay or straw, esp| one having a fixed weight of 36, 56, or 60" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truss",1,2,7 ], "pounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trussing",1,1,1 ], "a system of trusses, esp| for strengthening or reinforcing a structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trussing",1,1,2 ], "the parts or members that form a truss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust account",1,1,1 ], "a savings account deposited in the name of a trustee who controls it during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust account",1,1,1 ], "his lifetime, after which the balance is payable to a prenominated beneficiary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trust account",1,1,2 ], "property under the control of a trustee or trustees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust company",1,1,1 ], "a commercial bank or other enterprise organized to perform trustee functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust fund",1,1,1 ], "money, securities, etc|, held in trust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust territory",1,1,1 ], "another name for a trusteeship ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,1 ], "or thing; faith" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,1 ], "reliance on and confidence in the truth, worth, reliability, etc|, of a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,2 ], "a group of commercial enterprises combined to monopolize and control the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,2 ], "market for any commodity: illegal in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,3 ], "the obligation of someone in a responsible position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,4 ], "custody, charge, or care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,5 ], "a person or thing in which confidence or faith is placed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,6 ], "commercial credit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,6,1 ], "an arrangement whereby a person to whom the legal title to property is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,6,1 ], "beneficial interest" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,6,1 ], "conveyed (the trustee) holds such property for the benefit of those entitled to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,6,2 ], "property that is the subject of such an arrangement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,6,3 ], "the confidence put in the trustee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to a trust or trusts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,2,1 ], "to expect, hope, or suppose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,2,2 ], "(when tr|, may take an infinitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,2,3 ], "something); have faith (in); rely (upon)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,2,3 ], "when intr|, often foll| by in or to) to place confidence in (someone to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,3,1 ], "to consign for care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,4,1 ], "honesty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,4,1 ], "to allow (someone to do something) with confidence in his or her good sense or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trust",1,5,1 ], "to extend business credit to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustbuster",1,1,1 ], "a person who seeks the dissolution of corporate trusts, esp| a federal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustbuster",1,1,1 ], "official who prosecutes trusts under the antitrust laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trustee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom the legal title to property is entrusted to hold or use for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustee",1,1,1 ], "another's benefit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trustee",1,1,2 ], "a member of a board that manages the affairs and administers the funds of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustee",1,1,2 ], "institution or organization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trusteeship",1,1,1 ], "the office or function of a trustee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trusteeship",1,1,1,1 ], "supervision of the Trusteeship Council of the United Nations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trusteeship",1,1,1,1 ], "the administration or government of a territory by a foreign country under the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trusteeship",1,1,1,2 ], "any such dependent territory; trust territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustful",1,1,1 ], "characterized by a tendency or readiness to trust others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustless",1,1,1 ], "untrustworthy; deceitful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustless",1,1,2 ], "distrusting; suspicious; wary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trustworthy",1,1,1 ], "worthy of being trusted; honest, reliable, or dependable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth drug",1,1,1 ], "any of various drugs that induce relaxation and remove inhibitions: used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth drug",1,1,1 ], "interrogation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "truth drug",1,1,1 ], "treating persons with emotional problems, etc|, and by some governments in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth set",1,1,1 ], "having no unique solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth set",1,1,1 ], "the set of values that satisfy an open sentence, equation, inequality, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth table",1,1,1 ], "a table, used in logic, indicating the truth-value of a compound statement for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth table",1,1,1 ], "every truth-value of its component propositions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth table",1,1,2 ], "a similar table, used in transistor technology, to indicate the value of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth table",1,1,2 ], "output signal of a logic circuit for every value of input signal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being true, genuine, actual, or factual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,10 ], "the state or quality of being faithful; allegiance|Related adjs|: veritable," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,10 ], "veracious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,2 ], "something that is true as opposed to false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,3 ], "a proven or verified fact, principle, statement, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,4 ], "a concept or system of concepts, regarded as accurately representing some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,4 ], "aspect of the world, the universe, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,5 ], "fidelity to a required standard or law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,6 ], "faithful reproduction or portrayal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,7 ], "an obvious fact; truism; platitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,8 ], "honesty, reliability, or veracity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,9 ], "accuracy, as in the setting, adjustment, or position of something, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth",1,1,9 ], "mechanical instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth-function",1,1,1 ], "a compound proposition, such as a conjunction or negation, the truth-value of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truth-function",1,1,1 ], "meaning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "truth-function",1,1,1 ], "which is always determined by the truth-values of the components with no reference to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth-value",1,1,1 ], "a proposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "truth-value",1,1,1 ], "either of the values, true or false, that can be determined for or accorded to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truthful",1,1,1 ], "telling or expressing the truth; honest or candid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "truthful",1,1,2 ], "realistic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "try square",1,1,1 ], "a device for testing or laying out right angles, consisting of a grooved metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "try square",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular to the ruler" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "try square",1,1,1 ], "ruler along which a movable frame runs, one edge of the frame always being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trying plane",1,1,1 ], "a plane with a long body for planing the edges of long boards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trying",1,1,1 ], "upsetting, difficult, or annoying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tryma",1,1,1 ], "a drupe produced by the walnut and similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trypanosome",1,1,1 ], "any parasitic protozoan of the genus Trypanosoma, which lives in the blood of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trypanosome",1,1,1 ], "other diseases: class Mastigophora (or Flagellata)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "trypanosome",1,1,1 ], "vertebrates, is transmitted by certain insects, and causes sleeping sickness and certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trypanosomiasis",1,1,1 ], "any infection of an animal or human with a trypanosome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tryparsamide",1,1,1 ], "a synthetic crystalline compound of arsenic used in the treatment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tryparsamide",1,1,1 ], "trypanosomal and other protozoan infections| Formula: C8H10AsN2O4Na|H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trypsin",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme occurring in pancreatic juice: it catalyses the hydrolysis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trypsin",1,1,1 ], "proteins to peptides and is secreted from the pancreas in the form of trypsinogen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trypsinogen",1,1,1 ], "enterokinase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trypsinogen",1,1,1 ], "the inactive precursor of trypsin that is converted to trypsin by the enzyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tryptophan",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-tasting amino acid occurring in the seeds of some leguminous plants:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tryptophan",1,1,1 ], "it is essential for the maintenance of health| Formula: C11H12N2O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "trysail",1,1,1 ], "a small fore-and-aft sail, triangular or square, set on the mainmast of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "trysail",1,1,1 ], "sailing vessel in foul weather to help keep her head to the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tryst",1,1,1 ], "an appointment to meet, esp| secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tryst",1,1,2 ], "the place of such a meeting or the meeting itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tryst",1,2,1 ], "to meet at or arrange a tryst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tr|",1,1,1 ], "transitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tr|",1,1,2 ], "translated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tr|",1,1,3 ], "translator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tr|",1,1,4 ], "treasurer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tr|",1,1,5 ], "trill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tr|",1,1,6 ], "trustee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsade",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sadhe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsar",1,1,1 ], "(until 1917) the emperor of Russia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsar",1,1,2 ], "a tyrant; autocrat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsar",1,1,3 ], "a person in authority; leader" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsar",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) any of several S Slavonic rulers, such as any of the princes of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsar",1,1,4 ], "Serbia in the 14th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tsarevitch",1,1,1 ], "a son of a Russian tsar, esp| the eldest son" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsarevna",1,1,1 ], "a daughter of a Russian tsar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsarevna",1,1,2 ], "the wife of a Russian tsarevitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsarina",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a Russian tsar; Russian empress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsarism",1,1,1 ], "a system of government by a tsar, esp| in Russia until 1917" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsarism",1,1,2 ], "absolute rule; dictatorship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsetse fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various bloodsucking African dipterous flies of the genus Glossina," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsetse fly",1,1,1 ], "which transmit the pathogens of various diseases: family Muscidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tsotsi",1,1,1 ], "a violent usually young criminal who operates mainly in Black African" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsotsi",1,1,1 ], "townships and lives by his wits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tsp|",1,1,1 ], "teaspoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsunami",1,1,1 ], "a huge destructive wave, esp| one caused by an earthquake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsutsugamushi disease",1,1,1 ], "affecting man, common in Asia and including scrub typhus| It is caused by the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tsutsugamushi disease",1,1,1 ], "microorganism Rickettsia tsutsugamushi, transmitted by the bite of mites" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tsutsugamushi disease",1,1,1 ], "one of the five major groups of acute infectious rickettsial diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tsutsugamushi disease",1,1,2 ], "another name for scrub typhus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tu quoque",1,1,1 ], "accuser is also guilty of the same crime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tu quoque",1,1,1 ], "you likewise: a retort made by a person accused of a crime implying that the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tu-whit tu-whoo",1,1,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the sound made by an owl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuart",1,1,1 ], "a eucalyptus tree, Eucalyptus gomphocephala, yielding a very durable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuart",1,1,1 ], "light-coloured timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuatara",1,1,1 ], "a greenish-grey lizard-like rhynchocephalian reptile, Sphenodon punctatus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuatara",1,1,1 ], "occurring only on certain small islands near New Zealand: it is the sole surviving member" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuatara",1,1,1 ], "of a group common in Mesozoic times" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tub-thumper",1,1,1 ], "a noisy, violent, or ranting public speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuba",1,1,1 ], "a valved brass instrument of bass pitch, in which the bell points upwards and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuba",1,1,1 ], "mouthpiece cup-shaped" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tuba",1,1,1 ], "the mouthpiece projects at right angles| The tube is of conical bore and the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuba",1,1,2 ], "any other bass brass instrument such as the euphonium, helicon, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuba",1,1,3 ], "a powerful reed stop on an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuba",1,1,4 ], "a form of trumpet of ancient Rome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubal",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or developing in a Fallopian tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubate",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for tubular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubby",1,1,2 ], "plump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubby",1,1,3 ], "shaped like a tub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubby",1,1,4 ], "having little resonance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube foot",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous tubular outgrowths of the body wall of most echinoderms that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube foot",1,1,1 ], "are used as organs of locomotion and respiration and to aid ingestion of food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tube worm",1,1,1 ], "any of various polychaete worms that construct and live in a tube made of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube worm",1,1,1 ], "sand, lime, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,1 ], "a long hollow and typically cylindrical object, used for the passage of fluids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,1 ], "or as a container" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2 ], "a collapsible cylindrical container of soft metal or plastic closed with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2 ], "cap, used to hold viscous liquids or pastes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2,1 ], "lobes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2,1 ], "short for Eustachian tube or Fallopian tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2,1 ], "the lower part of a gamopetalous corolla or gamosepalous calyx, below the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2,1 ], "the tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2,2 ], "any hollow cylindrical structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,2,2 ], "any other hollow structure in a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,3 ], "an underground railway system, esp| that in London|U|S| equivalent: subway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,3,1 ], "another name for valve ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,3,2 ], "the tunnels through which the railway runs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,3,3 ], "the train itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,4 ], "a television set|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,5 ], "a bottle or can of beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,1,6 ], "an archaic word for telescope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,2,1 ], "to fit or supply with a tube or tubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,2,2 ], "to carry or convey in a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tube",1,2,3 ], "to shape like a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubeless tyre",1,1,1 ], "a pneumatic tyre in which the outer casing makes an airtight seal with the rim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubeless tyre",1,1,1 ], "of the wheel so that an inner tube is unnecessary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuber",1,1,1 ], "a fleshy underground stem (as in the potato) or root (as in the dahlia) that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuber",1,1,1 ], "is an organ of vegetative reproduction and food storage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuber",1,1,2 ], "a raised area; swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubercle bacillus",1,1,1 ], "a rodlike Gram-positive bacterium, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, that causes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubercle bacillus",1,1,1 ], "tuberculosis: family Mycobacteriaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tubercle",1,1,1 ], "any small rounded nodule or elevation, esp| on the skin, on a bone, or on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubercle",1,1,1 ], "plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tubercle",1,1,2 ], "any small rounded pathological lesion of the tissues, esp| one characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubercle",1,1,2 ], "of tuberculosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tubercular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or symptomatic of tuberculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubercular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a tubercle or tubercles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubercular",1,1,3 ], "characterized by the presence of tubercles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubercular",1,2,1 ], "a person with tuberculosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberculate",1,1,1 ], "covered with tubercles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberculin",1,1,1 ], "a sterile liquid prepared from cultures of attenuated tubercle bacillus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberculin",1,1,1 ], "used in the diagnosis of tuberculosis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuberculosis",1,1,1 ], "a communicable disease caused by infection with the tubercle bacillus, most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberculosis",1,1,1 ], "frequently affecting the lungs (pulmonary tuberculosis)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuberculosis",1,1,1 ], "phthisis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tuberculous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to tuberculosis or tubercles; tubercular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberose",1,1,1 ], "a perennial Mexican agave plant, Polianthes tuberosa, having a tuberous root" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberose",1,1,1 ], "and spikes of white fragrant lily-like flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuberosity",1,1,1 ], "any protuberance on a bone, esp| for the attachment of a muscle or ligament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants or their parts) forming, bearing, or resembling a tuber or tubers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuberous",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or having warty protuberances or tubers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubifex",1,1,1 ], "any small reddish freshwater oligochaete worm of the genus Tubifex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubing",1,1,1 ], "tubes collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubing",1,1,2 ], "a length of tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubing",1,1,3 ], "a system of tubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubing",1,1,4 ], "fabric in the form of a tube, used for pillowcases and some cushions; piping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubular",1,1,1 ], "having the form of a tube or tubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a tube or tubing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubulate",1,2,1 ], "to form or shape into a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubulate",1,2,2 ], "to fit or furnish with a tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubulate",1,3,1 ], "a less common word for tubular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubule",1,1,1 ], "any small tubular structure, esp| one in an animal, as in the kidney, testis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubule",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tubuliflorous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having flowers or florets with tubular corollas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubulous",1,1,1 ], "tube-shaped; tubular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tubulous",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or consisting of small tubes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuchun",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a Chinese military governor or war lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck away",1,1,1 ], "to eat (a large amount of food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck away",1,1,2 ], "to store, esp| in a place difficult to find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck shop",1,1,1 ], "a shop, esp| one in or near a school, where food such as cakes and sweets are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck shop",1,1,1 ], "sold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,1,1 ], "surfaces" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,1,1 ], "to push or fold into a small confined space or concealed place or between two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,2,1 ], "to make neat and secure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,2,1 ], "to thrust the loose ends or sides of (something) into a confining space, so as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,2,2 ], "to make a tuck or tucks in (a garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,2,3 ], "to draw together, contract, or pucker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,1 ], "a tucked object or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,2 ], "a better fit or as decoration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,2 ], "a pleat or fold in a part of a garment, usually stitched down so as to make it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,3 ], "the part of a vessel where the after ends of the planking or plating meet at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,3 ], "the sternpost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,3,1 ], "an informal or schoolchild's word for food, esp| cakes and sweets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",1,3,4 ], "the action of drawing the knees up to the chest in certain dives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",2,1,1 ], "a rapier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",3,1,1 ], "a touch, blow, or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",3,2,1 ], "to touch or strike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuck",3,3,1 ], "to throb or bump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that tucks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucker",1,1,2 ], "a detachable yoke of lace, linen, etc|, often white, worn over the breast, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucker",1,1,2 ], "of a low-cut dress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tucker",1,1,3 ], "an attachment on a sewing machine used for making tucks at regular intervals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucker",1,1,4 ], "an informal word for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucker",2,1,1 ], "to weary or tire completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucker-bag",1,1,1 ], "a bag used for carrying food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucket",1,1,1 ], "a flourish on a trumpet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucotuco",1,1,1 ], "any of various colonial burrowing South American hystricomorph rodents of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tucotuco",1,1,1 ], "genus Ctenomys, having long-clawed feet and a stocky body: family Ctenomyidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tufa",1,1,1 ], "a soft porous rock consisting of calcium carbonate deposited from springs rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tufa",1,1,1 ], "in lime" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuff",1,1,1 ], "a hard volcanic rock consisting of consolidated fragments of erupted lava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuffet",1,1,1 ], "a small mound or low seat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,1,1 ], "a bunch of feathers, grass, hair, etc|, held together at the base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,1,2 ], "a cluster of threads drawn tightly through upholstery, a mattress, a quilt," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,1,2 ], "etc|, to secure and strengthen the padding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,1,3 ], "a small clump of trees or bushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,1,4 ], "(formerly) a gold tassel on the cap worn by titled undergraduates at English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,1,4 ], "universities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,1,5 ], "a person entitled to wear such a tassel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,2,1 ], "to provide or decorate with a tuft or tufts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,2,2 ], "to form or be formed into tufts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuft",1,2,3 ], "to secure and strengthen (a mattress, quilt, etc|) with tufts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tufted duck",1,1,1 ], "a European lake-dwelling duck, Aythya fuligula, the male of which has a black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tufted duck",1,1,1 ], "plumage with white underparts and a long black drooping crest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tufted",1,1,1 ], "having a tuft or tufts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tufted",1,1,2 ], "(of plants or plant parts) having or consisting of one or more groups of short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tufted",1,1,2 ], "branches all arising at the same level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tug of war",1,1,1 ], "a contest in which two people or teams pull opposite ends of a rope in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug of war",1,1,1 ], "attempt to drag the opposition over a central line" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tug of war",1,1,2 ], "any hard struggle, esp| between two equally matched factions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by at) to pull or drag with sharp or powerful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,1,1 ], "movements" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,2,1 ], "to tow (a vessel) by means of a tug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,3,1 ], "to work; toil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,4,1 ], "a strong pull or jerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,4,2 ], "a boat with a powerful engine, used for towing barges, ships, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,4,3 ], "a hard struggle or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tug",1,4,4 ], "a less common word for trace ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tugrik",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Mongolia, divided into 100 mongos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tui",1,1,1 ], "a New Zealand honeyeater, Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae, having a glossy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tui",1,1,1 ], "bluish-green plumage with white feathers at the throat: it mimics human speech and the songs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tui",1,1,1 ], "of other birds" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tuition",1,1,1 ], "instruction, esp| that received in a small group or individually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuition",1,1,2 ], "the payment for instruction, esp| in colleges or universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tularaemia",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious bacterial disease of rodents, transmitted to man by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tularaemia",1,1,1 ], "chills, and inflammation of the lymph glands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tularaemia",1,1,1 ], "infected ticks or flies or by handling contaminated flesh| It is characterized by fever," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tulip tree",1,1,1 ], "a North American magnoliaceous forest tree, Liriodendron tulipifera, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tulip tree",1,1,1 ], "tulip-shaped greenish-yellow flowers and long conelike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tulip tree",1,1,2 ], "any of various other trees with tulip-shaped flowers, such as the magnolia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tulip",1,1,1 ], "any spring-blooming liliaceous plant of the temperate Eurasian genus Tulipa," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tulip",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tulip",1,1,1 ], "having tapering bulbs, long broad pointed leaves, and single showy bell-shaped" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tulip",1,1,2 ], "the flower or bulb of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tulipwood",1,1,1 ], "the light soft wood of the tulip tree, used in making furniture and veneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tulipwood",1,1,2 ], "Dalbergia variabilis, a tree of tropical South America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tulipwood",1,1,2 ], "any of several woods having stripes or streaks of colour, esp| that of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tulle",1,1,1 ], "a fine net fabric of silk, rayon, etc|, used for evening dresses, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tulle",1,1,1 ], "trimming for hats, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tum",1,1,1 ], "empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tum",2,1,1 ], "an informal or childish word for stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble to",1,1,1 ], "to understand; become aware of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,1,1 ], "to fall or cause to fall, esp| awkwardly, precipitately, or violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,2,1 ], "to roll or twist, esp| in playing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,3,1 ], "to perform leaps, somersaults, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,3,2 ], "to go or move in a heedless or hasty way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,4,1 ], "to polish (gemstones) in a tumbler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,5,1 ], "to disturb, rumple, or toss around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of tumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,6,2 ], "a fall or toss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,6,3 ], "an acrobatic feat, esp| a somersault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,6,4 ], "a state of confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble",1,6,5 ], "a confused heap or pile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumble-down",1,1,1 ], "falling to pieces; dilapidated; crumbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumblehome",1,1,1 ], "the inward curvature of the upper parts of the sides of a vessel at or near" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumblehome",1,1,1 ], "the stern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler gear",1,1,1 ], "a train of gears in which the gear-selection mechanism is operated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler gear",1,1,1 ], "tumblers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,1,1 ], "a flat-bottomed drinking glass with no handle or stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,1,2 ], "tumblerful| the contents or quantity such a glass holds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,2 ], "a person, esp| a professional entertainer, who performs somersaults and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,2 ], "acrobatic feats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,3 ], "a machine that dries clothes by tumbling them in warmed air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,4 ], "a pivoted box or drum rotated so that the contents (usually inferior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,4 ], "gemstones) tumble about and become smooth and polished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,5 ], "action of a key" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,5 ], "the part of a lock that retains or releases the bolt and is moved by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,6 ], "a lever in a gunlock that receives the action of the mainspring when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,6 ], "trigger is pressed and thus forces the hammer forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,6,1 ], "a part that moves a gear in a train of gears into and out of engagement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,6,2 ], "a single cog or cam that transmits motion to the part with which it engages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,7 ], "a toy, often a doll, that is so weighted that it rocks when touched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,8 ], "a breed of domestic pigeon kept for exhibition or flying| The performing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbler",1,1,8 ], "varieties execute backward somersaults in flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbleweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various densely branched western American amaranthaceous plants of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbleweed",1,1,1 ], "genus Amaranthus and related genera, esp| A| albus|They break off near the ground on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbleweed",1,1,1 ], "withering and are rolled about by the wind" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tumbrel",1,1,1 ], "a farm cart for carrying dung, esp| one that tilts backwards to deposit its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbrel",1,1,1 ], "during the French Revolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tumbrel",1,1,1 ], "load| A cart of this type was used to take condemned prisoners to the guillotine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbrel",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a covered cart that accompanied artillery in order to carry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumbrel",1,1,2 ], "ammunition, tools, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumbrel",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for a ducking stool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumefacient",1,1,1 ], "producing or capable of producing swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumefaction",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumefaction",1,1,2 ], "a puffy or swollen structure or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumefy",1,1,1 ], "to make or become tumid; swell or puff up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumescent",1,1,1 ], "swollen or becoming swollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumid",1,1,1 ], "(of an organ or part) enlarged or swollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumid",1,1,2 ], "bulging or protuberant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumid",1,1,3 ], "pompous or fulsome in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tummy",1,1,1 ], "an informal or childish word for stomach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumour",1,1,1,1 ], "any abnormal swelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumour",1,1,1,2 ], "a mass of tissue formed by a new growth of cells, normally independent of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumour",1,1,1,2 ], "surrounding structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumour",1,1,2 ], "pompous style or language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tump",1,1,1 ], "dialect| a small mound or clump" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumpline",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S| and Canada, esp| formerly) a leather or cloth band strung across" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumpline",1,1,1 ], "the forehead or chest and attached to a pack or load in order to support it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tumular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like a mound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumulose",1,1,1 ], "abounding in small hills or mounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumulose",1,1,2 ], "being or resembling a mound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumult",1,1,1 ], "a loud confused noise, as of a crowd; commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumult",1,1,2 ], "violent agitation or disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumult",1,1,3 ], "great emotional or mental agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumultuous",1,1,1 ], "uproarious, riotous, or turbulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumultuous",1,1,2 ], "greatly agitated, confused, or disturbed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tumultuous",1,1,3 ], "making a loud or unruly disturbance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuna",1,1,1 ], "another name for tunny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuna",2,1,1 ], "any of various tropical American prickly pear cacti, esp| Opuntia tuna, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuna",2,1,1 ], "are cultivated for their sweet edible fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuna",2,1,2 ], "the fruit of any of these cacti" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunable",1,1,1 ], "able to be tuned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunable",1,1,2 ], "melodious or tuneful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tundra",1,1,1,1 ], "America and Eurasia and having a permanently frozen subsoil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tundra",1,1,1,1 ], "a vast treeless zone lying between the ice cap and the timber line of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tundra",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune in",1,1,1 ], "to adjust (a radio or television) to receive (a station or programme)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune in",1,1,2 ], "to make or become more aware, knowledgeable, etc|, (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,1 ], "a melody, esp| one for which harmony is not essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,10 ], "to the tune of| Informal| to the amount or extent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,2 ], "the most important part in a musical texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,3 ], "the condition of producing accurately pitched notes, intervals, etc|, (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,3 ], "the phrases in tune, out of tune)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,4 ], "accurate correspondence of pitch and intonation between instruments (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,4 ], "the phrases in tune, out of tune)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,5 ], "circuit with respect to the required frequency (esp| in the phrases in tune, out of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,5 ], "the correct adjustment of a radio, television, or some other electronic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,5 ], "tune)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,6 ], "a frame of mind; disposition or mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,7 ], "a musical sound; note" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,8 ], "call the tune| to be in control of the proceedings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,1,9 ], "change one's tune or sing another tune| to change one's mind or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,2,1 ], "pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,2,1 ], "to adjust (a musical instrument or a changeable part of one) to a certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,2,2 ], "to adjust (a note, etc|) so as to bring it into harmony or concord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,3,1 ], "to adapt or adjust (oneself); attune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,4,1 ], "performance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,4,1 ], "to make fine adjustments to (an engine, machine, etc|) to obtain optimum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,4,2 ], "to adjust (one or more circuits) for resonance at a desired frequency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tune",1,4,3 ], "to utter (something) musically or in the form of a melody; sing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuneful",1,1,1 ], "having a pleasant or catchy tune; melodious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuneful",1,1,2 ], "producing a melody or music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuneless",1,1,1 ], "having no melody or tune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuneless",1,1,2 ], "not producing or able to produce music; silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuner",1,1,1 ], "a person who tunes instruments, esp| pianos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuner",1,1,2 ], "having a particular frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuner",1,1,2 ], "the part of a radio or television receiver for selecting only those signals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunesmith",1,1,1 ], "a composer of light or popular music and songs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tung oil",1,1,1 ], "a fast-drying oil obtained from the seeds of a central Asian euphorbiaceous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tung oil",1,1,1 ], "give a water-resistant finish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tung oil",1,1,1 ], "tree, Aleurites fordii, used in paints, varnishes, etc|, as a drying agent and to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tungstate",1,1,1 ], "a salt of tungstic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten lamp",1,1,1 ], "a lamp in which light is produced by a tungsten filament heated to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten lamp",1,1,1 ], "incandescence by an electric current| The glass bulb enclosing the filament contains a low" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten lamp",1,1,1 ], "pressure of inert gas, usually argon" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten steel",1,1,1 ], "any of various hard steels containing tungsten (1-20 per cent) and traces of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten steel",1,1,1 ], "carbon| They are resistant to wear at high temperatures and are used in tools" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten",1,1,1 ], "74; atomic wt|: 183|85; valency: 2-6; relative density: 19|3; melting pt|: 3410" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten",1,1,1 ], "a hard malleable ductile greyish-white element| It occurs principally in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten",1,1,1 ], "degrees C; boiling pt|: 5927 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten",1,1,1 ], "targets, and, alloyed with steel, in high-speed cutting tools| Symbol: W; atomic no|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tungsten",1,1,1 ], "wolframite and scheelite and is used in lamp filaments, electrical contact points, x-ray" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tungstic acid",1,1,1 ], "H2WO4 (orthotungstic acid), H2W4O13 (metatungstic acid), and H10W12O14 (paratungstic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tungstic acid",1,1,1 ], "acid)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tungstic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of various oxyacids of tungsten obtained by neutralizing alkaline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tungstic acid",1,1,1 ], "solutions of tungstates| They are often polymeric substances, typical examples being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tungstic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing tungsten, esp| in a high valence state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tungstite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow earthy rare secondary mineral that consists of tungsten oxide and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tungstite",1,1,1 ], "occurs with tungsten ores| Formula: WO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tungstous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing tungsten in a low valence state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunic",1,1,1 ], "any of various hip-length or knee-length garments, such as the loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunic",1,1,1 ], "hip-length garment, worn with a skirt or trousers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tunic",1,1,1 ], "sleeveless garb worn in ancient Greece or Rome, the jacket of some soldiers, or a woman's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tunic",1,1,2 ], "a covering, lining, or enveloping membrane of an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunic",1,1,3 ], "another word for tunicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunicate",1,1,1 ], "Urochordata, Urochorda)| The adults have a saclike unsegmented body enclosed in a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tunicate",1,1,1 ], "any minute primitive marine chordate animal of the subphylum Tunicata (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunicate",1,1,1 ], "cellulose-like outer covering (tunic) and only the larval forms have a notochord: includes the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tunicate",1,1,1 ], "sea squirts" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tunicate",1,2,1 ], "also tunicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunicate",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the subphylum Tunicata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunicate",1,2,3 ], "(esp| of a bulb) having or consisting of concentric layers of tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunicle",1,1,1 ], "other religious ceremonies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tunicle",1,1,1 ], "the liturgical vestment worn by the subdeacon and bishops at High Mass and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuning fork",1,1,1 ], "a two-pronged metal fork that when struck produces a pure note of constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuning fork",1,1,1 ], "specified pitch| It is used to tune musical instruments and in acoustics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuning key",1,1,1 ], "a small tube, open at one end and forming a keylike handle at the other, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuning key",1,1,1 ], "may be placed over a wrest pin on a piano, etc|, and turned so as to alter the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuning key",1,1,1 ], "tensions and pitch of a string" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tuning",1,1,1 ], "a set of pitches to which the open strings of a guitar, violin, etc|, are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuning",1,1,1 ], "tuned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuning",1,1,2 ], "intonation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuning",1,1,2 ], "the accurate pitching of notes and intervals by a choir, orchestra, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnage",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tonnage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel diode",1,1,1 ], "an extremely stable semiconductor diode, having a very narrow highly doped p-n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel diode",1,1,1 ], "junction, in which electrons travel across the junction by means of the tunnel effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel disease",1,1,1 ], "another name for decompression sickness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel effect",1,1,1 ], "field emission, and certain conduction processes in semiconductors" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel effect",1,1,1 ], "the barrier| It is explained by wave mechanics and is the cause of alpha decay," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel effect",1,1,1 ], "the phenomenon in which an object, usually an elementary particle, tunnels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel effect",1,1,1 ], "through a potential barrier even though it does not have sufficient energy to surmount" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel vault",1,1,1 ], "another name for barrel vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel vision",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which lateral vision is greatly restricted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel vision",1,1,2 ], "narrowness of viewpoint resulting from concentration on a single idea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunnel vision",1,1,2 ], "opinion, etc|, to the exclusion of others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tunny",1,1,1 ], "any of various large marine spiny-finned fishes of the genus Thunnus, esp| T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tunny",1,1,1 ], "thynnus, chiefly of warm waters: family Scombridae|They have a spindle-shaped body and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tunny",1,1,1 ], "widely forked tail, and are important food fishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tunny",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tupelo",1,1,1 ], "any of several cornaceous trees of the genus Nyssa, esp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tupelo",1,2,1 ], "aquatica, a large tree of deep swamps and rivers of the southern U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tupelo",1,2,2 ], "the light strong wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuppence",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of twopence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuppenny",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of twopenny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuque",1,1,1 ], "(in Canada) a knitted cap with a long tapering end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turaco",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of touraco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turban",1,1,1 ], "a length of linen, silk, etc|, around the head or around a caplike base" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turban",1,1,1 ], "a man's headdress, worn esp| by Muslims, Hindus, and Sikhs, made by swathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turban",1,1,2 ], "a woman's brimless hat resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turban",1,1,3 ], "any headdress resembling this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbary",1,1,1 ], "land where peat or turf is cut or has been cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbary",1,1,2 ], "the legal right to cut peat for fuel on a common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbellarian",1,1,1 ], "any typically aquatic free-living flatworm of the class Turbellaria, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbellarian",1,1,1 ], "ciliated epidermis and a simple life cycle: includes the planarians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbellarian",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the class Turbellaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbid",1,1,1 ], "muddy or opaque, as a liquid clouded with a suspension of particles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbid",1,1,2 ], "dense, thick, or cloudy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbid",1,1,3 ], "in turmoil or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbidimeter",1,1,1 ], "a device that measures the turbidity of a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbinate",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to any of the thin scroll-shaped bones situated on the walls of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbinate",1,1,1 ], "the nasal passages" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbinate",1,1,2 ], "shaped like a spiral or scroll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbinate",1,1,3 ], "(esp| of the shells of certain molluscs) shaped like an inverted cone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbinate",1,2,1 ], "a turbinate bone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbinate",1,2,2 ], "a turbinate shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbine",1,1,1 ], "any of various types of machine in which the kinetic energy of a moving fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbine",1,1,1 ], "is converted into mechanical energy by causing a bladed rotor to rotate| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbine",1,1,1 ], "moving fluid may be water, steam, air, or combustion products of a fuel" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turbit",1,1,1 ], "a crested breed of domestic pigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbo-",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or driven by a turbine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbo-electric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or using an electric generator driven by a turbine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbocar",1,1,1 ], "a car driven by a gas turbine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbocharger",1,1,1 ], "a supercharger consisting of a turbine driven by exhaust gases of an engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbofan",1,1,1 ], "a type of by-pass engine in which a large fan driven by a turbine and housed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbofan",1,1,1 ], "in a short duct forces air rearwards around the exhaust gases in order to increase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbofan",1,1,1 ], "the propulsive thrust" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turbofan",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft driven by one or more turbofans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbofan",1,1,3 ], "the ducted fan in such an engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbogenerator",1,1,1 ], "a large electrical generator driven by a steam turbine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbojet engine",1,1,1 ], "a gas turbine in which the exhaust gases provide the propulsive thrust to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbojet engine",1,1,1 ], "drive an aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbojet",1,1,1 ], "short for turbojet engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbojet",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft powered by one or more turbojet engines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turboprop",1,1,1 ], "a gas turbine for driving an aircraft propeller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turboprop",1,1,2 ], "an aircraft powered by turboprops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbosupercharger",1,1,1 ], "a supercharging device for an internal-combustion engine, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbosupercharger",1,1,1 ], "turbine driven by the exhaust gases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbot",1,1,1 ], "a European flatfish, Scophthalmus maximus, having a pale brown speckled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbot",1,1,1 ], "fish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turbot",1,1,1 ], "scaleless body covered with tubercles: family Bothidae|It is highly valued as a food" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbot",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbulence",1,1,1 ], "a state or condition of confusion, movement, or agitation; disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbulence",1,1,2 ], "cumulonimbus clouds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbulence",1,1,2 ], "instability in the atmosphere causing considerable gusty air currents and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbulence",1,1,3 ], "turbulent flow in a liquid or gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbulent flow",1,1,1 ], "flow of a fluid in which its velocity at any point varies rapidly in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbulent flow",1,1,1 ], "irregular manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turbulent",1,1,1 ], "being in a state of turbulence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turbulent",1,1,2 ], "wild or insubordinate; unruly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turd",1,1,1 ], "a lump of dung; piece of excrement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turd",1,1,2 ], "an unpleasant or contemptible person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turdine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of thrushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tureen",1,1,1 ], "a large deep usually rounded dish with a cover, used for serving soups, stews," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tureen",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turf accountant",1,1,1 ], "a formal name for a bookmaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf out",1,1,1 ], "to throw out or dismiss; eject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,1 ], "dense growth of grasses with their roots; sod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,1 ], "the surface layer of fields and pastures, consisting of earth containing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,2 ], "a piece cut from this layer, used to form lawns, verges, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,3 ], "the turf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,3,1 ], "a track, usually of grass or dirt, where horse races are run" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,3,2 ], "horse racing as a sport or industry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,4 ], "the territory claimed by a juvenile gang as its own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,1,5 ], "(in Ireland) another word for peat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turf",1,2,1 ], "to cover with pieces of turf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turfman",1,1,1 ], "a person devoted to horse racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turfy",1,1,1 ], "turfier, turfiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turfy",1,1,2 ], "of, covered with, or resembling turf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turfy",1,1,3 ], "relating to or characteristic of horse racing or persons connected with it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turgent",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for turgid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turgescent",1,1,1 ], "becoming or being swollen; inflated; tumid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turgid",1,1,1 ], "swollen and distended; congested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turgid",1,1,2 ], "(of style or language) pompous and high-flown; bombastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turgite",1,1,1 ], "Fe2O3|nH2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turgite",1,1,1 ], "a red or black mineral consisting of hydrated ferric oxide| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turgor",1,1,1 ], "against the cell wall or membrane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turgor",1,1,1 ], "the normal rigid state of a cell, caused by pressure of the cell contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turgor",1,1,2 ], "turgidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turion",1,1,1 ], "a perennating bud produced by many aquatic plants: it detaches from the parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turion",1,1,1 ], "plant and remains dormant until the following spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turkey buzzard",1,1,1 ], "a New World vulture, Cathartes aura, having a dark plumage and naked red head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey cock",1,1,1 ], "a male turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey cock",1,1,2 ], "an arrogant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey trot",1,1,1 ], "an early ragtime one-step, popular in the period of World War I" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,1 ], "a large gallinaceous bird, Meleagris gallopavo, of North America, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,1 ], "and has a fan-shaped tail| It is widely domesticated for its flesh" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,1 ], "bare wattled head and neck and a brownish iridescent plumage| The male is brighter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,2 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,2 ], "a similar and related bird, Agriocharis ocellata , of Central and N South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,3 ], "a dramatic production that fails; flop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,4 ], "(in tenpin bowling) three strikes in a row" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turkey",1,1,5 ], "talk turkey| Informal, chiefly U|S| to discuss frankly and practically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turmeric paper",1,1,1 ], "brown, and for boric acid, which turns it reddish brown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turmeric paper",1,1,1 ], "paper impregnated with turmeric used as a test for alkalis, which turn it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turmeric",1,1,1 ], "a tropical Asian zingiberaceous plant, Curcuma longa, having yellow flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turmeric",1,1,1 ], "and an aromatic underground stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turmeric",1,1,2 ], "the powdered stem of this plant, used as a condiment and as a yellow dye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turmeric",1,1,3 ], "any of several other plants with similar roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turmoil",1,1,1 ], "violent or confused movement; agitation; tumult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turmoil",1,2,1 ], "to make or become turbulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn against",1,1,1 ], "retaliate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn against",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change one's attitude so as to become hostile or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn away",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move in a different direction so as not to face something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn away",1,2,1 ], "to refuse admittance or assistance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn bridge",1,1,1 ], "another name for swing bridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn in",1,2,1 ], "to go to bed for the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn in",1,3,1 ], "to hand in; deliver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn in",1,3,2 ], "to give up or conclude (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn in",1,4,1 ], "to record (a score, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn in",1,4,2 ], "and become preoccupied with one's own problems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn in",1,4,2 ], "turn in on oneself| to withdraw or cause to withdraw from contact with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,1,1 ], "to cause (something) to operate by turning a knob, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,2,1 ], "to depend or hinge on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,2,2 ], "retaliate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,2,2 ], "to change or cause to change one's attitude so as to become hostile or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,3,1 ], "to produce (charm, tears, etc|) suddenly or automatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,4,1 ], "to arouse emotionally or sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,5,1 ], "to take or become intoxicated by drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn on",1,6,1 ], "to introduce (someone) to drugs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn to",1,1,1 ], "to set about a task" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move around an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,2 ], "(sometimes foll| by round) to change or cause to change positions by moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,2 ], "through an arc of a circle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,3 ], "to change or cause to change in course, direction, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,4 ], "(of soldiers, ships, etc|) to alter the direction of advance by changing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,4 ], "altered simultaneously" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,4 ], "direction simultaneously or (of a commander) to cause the direction of advance to be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,5 ], "to go or pass to the other side of (a corner, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,6 ], "to assume or cause to assume a rounded, curved, or folded form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,1,7 ], "to reverse or cause to reverse position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,10,1 ], "to give a graceful form to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,11,1 ], "to reverse (a cuff, collar, etc|) in order to hide the outer worn side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,12,1 ], "to be merchandised as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,12,2 ], "to spin (the ball) or (of the ball) to spin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,12,3 ], "turn one's hand to| to undertake (something, esp| something practical)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,12,4 ], "turn tail| Informal| to run away; flee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,12,5 ], "turn the tables| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,12,6 ], "turn the tide| to reverse the general course of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,1 ], "an act or instance of turning or the state of being turned or the material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,1 ], "turned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,10 ], "a period of action, work, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,11 ], "a short walk, ride, or excursion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,12 ], "natural inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,13 ], "distinctive form or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,14 ], "requirement, need, or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,15 ], "a deed performed that helps or hinders someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,16 ], "a twist, bend, or distortion in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,17 ], "a melodic ornament consisting of two auxiliary notes a diatonic second above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,17 ], "and below a principal note, all four notes being rapidly executed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,18 ], "a short theatrical act, esp| in music hall, cabaret, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,19 ], "jobber's income" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,19 ], "the difference between a stockjobber's bid and offer prices, representing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,19,2 ], "a transaction including both a purchase and a sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,2 ], "a movement of complete or partial rotation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,20 ], "a military manoeuvre in which men or ships alter their direction of advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,20 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,21 ], "a party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,22 ], "a shock or surprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,23 ], "at every turn| on all sides or occasions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,24 ], "by turns| one after another; alternately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,25 ], "on the turn| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,25,1 ], "at the point of change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,25,2 ], "about to go rancid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,26 ], "turn and turn about| one after another; alternately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,27 ], "to a turn| to the proper amount; perfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,3 ], "a change or reversal of direction or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,4 ], "direction or drift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,5 ], "a deviation or departure from a course or tendency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,6 ], "the place, point, or time at which a deviation or change occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,7 ], "another word for turning ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,8 ], "the right or opportunity to do something in an agreed order or succession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,13,9 ], "a change in nature, condition, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,2,1 ], "to perform or do by a rotating movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,1 ], "by rotating it on a lathe against a fixed cutting tool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,1 ], "to shape or cut a thread in (a workpiece, esp| one of metal, wood, or plastic)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by into or to) to change or convert or be changed or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,2 ], "converted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,3 ], "(foll| by into) to change or cause to change in nature, character, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,4 ], "to change so as to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,5 ], "colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,5 ], "to cause (foliage, etc|) to change colour or (of foliage, etc|) to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,6 ], "rancid or sour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,6 ], "to cause (milk, etc|) to become rancid or sour or (of milk, etc|) to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,7 ], "to change or cause to change in subject, trend, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,3,8 ], "to direct or apply or be directed or applied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,4,1 ], "to appeal or apply (to) for help, advice, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,4,2 ], "to reach, pass, or progress beyond in age, time, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,5,1 ], "to cause or allow to go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,5,2 ], "to affect or be affected with nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,5,3 ], "to affect or be affected with giddiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,6,1 ], "to affect the mental or emotional stability of (esp| in the phrase turn head)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,7,1 ], "to release from a container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,8,1 ], "to render into another language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,8,2 ], "(usually foll| by against or from) to transfer or reverse or cause to transfer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,8,2 ], "or reverse (one's loyalties, affections, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,9,1 ], "to bring (soil) from lower layers to the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turn",1,9,2 ], "to blunt (an edge) or (of an edge) to become blunted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnabout",1,1,1 ], "the act of turning so as to face a different direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnabout",1,1,2 ], "a change or reversal of opinion, attitude, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnaround",1,1,1,1 ], "freight at the end of a trip and reloads for the next trip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnaround",1,1,1,1 ], "the act or process in which a ship, aircraft, etc|, unloads passengers and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnaround",1,1,1,2 ], "the time taken for this act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnaround",1,1,2 ], "the total time taken by a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle in a round trip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnaround",1,1,3 ], "another word for turnabout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnbuckle",1,1,1 ], "an open mechanical sleeve usually having a swivel at one end and a thread at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnbuckle",1,1,1 ], "the other to enable a threaded wire or rope to be tightened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turncoat",1,1,1 ], "a person who deserts one cause or party for the opposite faction; renegade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turncock",1,1,1 ], "an official employed to turn on the water for the mains supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turned comma",1,1,1 ], "a single inverted comma (`), esp| as used in Britain as a quotation mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turned period",1,1,1 ], "an inverted full stop (@|), used chiefly as a decimal point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that turns, esp| a person who operates a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turner",1,1,2 ], "a member of a society of gymnasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnery",1,1,1 ], "objects made on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnery",1,1,2 ], "the process or skill of turning objects on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnery",1,1,3 ], "the workshop of a lathe operator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning circle",1,1,1 ], "the smallest circle in which a vehicle can turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning point",1,1,1 ], "a moment when the course of events is changed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning point",1,1,2 ], "a point at which there is a change in direction or motion, such as at a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning point",1,1,2 ], "maximum or minimum point on a graph" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turning point",1,1,3 ], "a point to which a foresight and a backsight are taken in levelling; change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning point",1,1,3 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turning",1,1,1 ], "a road, river, or path that turns off the main way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning",1,1,2 ], "the point where such a way turns off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning",1,1,3 ], "a bend in a straight course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning",1,1,4 ], "an object made on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning",1,1,5 ], "another name for turnery ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turning",1,1,6 ], "the waste produced in turning on a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnip",1,1,1 ], "a widely cultivated cruciferous plant, Brassica rapa, of the Mediterranean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnip",1,1,1 ], "region, with a large yellow or white edible root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnip",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant, which is eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnip",1,1,3 ], "any of several similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnip",1,1,4 ], "navew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnip",1,1,4 ], "turnip cabbage| another name for kohlrabi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnkey",1,1,1 ], "a keeper of the keys, esp| in a prison; warder or jailer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnpike",1,1,1 ], "(between the mid-16th and late 19th centuries)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnpike",1,1,1,1 ], "gates or some other barrier set across a road to prevent passage until a toll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnpike",1,1,1,1 ], "had been paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnpike",1,1,1,2 ], "a road on which a turnpike was operated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnpike",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for turnstile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnpike",1,1,3 ], "a motorway for use of which a toll is charged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnsole",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants having flowers that are said to turn towards the sun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnsole",1,1,2 ], "a euphorbiaceous plant, Croton tinctoria, of the Mediterranean region that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnsole",1,1,2 ], "yields a purple dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnsole",1,1,3 ], "the dye extracted from this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnspit",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a servant or small dog whose job was to turn the spit on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnspit",1,1,1 ], "meat, poultry, etc|, was roasting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnspit",1,1,2 ], "a spit that can be so turned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnstile",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical gate or barrier with metal arms that are turned to admit one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnstile",1,1,1 ], "person at a time, usually in one direction only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnstile",1,1,2 ], "any similar device that admits foot passengers but no large animals or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnstile",1,1,2 ], "vehicles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turnstone",1,1,1 ], "either of two shore birds of the genus Arenaria, esp| A| interpres They are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turnstone",1,1,1 ], "related and similar to plovers and sandpipers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turntable ladder",1,1,1 ], "a power-operated extending ladder mounted on a fire engine| U|S| name: aerial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turntable ladder",1,1,1 ], "ladder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turntable",1,1,1 ], "being played" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turntable",1,1,1 ], "the circular horizontal platform that rotates a gramophone record while it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turntable",1,1,2 ], "a flat circular platform that can be rotated about its centre, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turntable",1,1,2 ], "turning locomotives and cars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turntable",1,1,3 ], "the revolvable platform on a microscope on which specimens are examined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turntable",1,1,4 ], "an area on a road, hill, etc|, where a motor vehicle can turn round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine tree",1,1,1 ], "a tropical African leguminous tree, Copaifera mopane, yielding a hard dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine tree",1,1,1 ], "wood and a useful resin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine tree",1,1,2 ], "either of two Australian evergreen myrtaceous trees, Syncarpia lilli or S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine tree",1,1,2 ], "glomulifera, that have durable wood and are sometimes planted as shade trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,1 ], "any of various viscous oleoresins obtained from various coniferous trees, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,1 ], "from the longleaf pine, and used as the main source of commercial turpentine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,2 ], "a brownish-yellow sticky viscous oleoresin that exudes from the terebinth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,2 ], "tree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,3 ], "Sometimes shortened (esp| Brit|) to turps" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,3 ], "a colourless flammable volatile liquid with a pungent odour, distilled from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,3 ], "as a solvent for paints and in medicine as a rubefacient and expectorant|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,3 ], "turpentine oleoresin| It is an essential oil containing a mixture of terpenes and is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,4 ], "any one of a number of thinners for paints and varnishes, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,1,4 ], "fractions of petroleum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,2,1 ], "to treat or saturate with turpentine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpentine",1,2,2 ], "to extract crude turpentine from (trees)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpeth",1,1,1 ], "a convolvulaceous plant, Operculina turpethum, of the East Indies, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpeth",1,1,1 ], "roots with purgative properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turpeth",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant or the drug obtained from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turpitude",1,1,1 ], "base character or action; depravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turps",1,1,1 ], "short for turpentine ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turps",1,1,2 ], "alcoholic drink, esp| beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turquoise",1,1,1 ], "a greenish-blue fine-grained secondary mineral consisting of hydrated copper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turquoise",1,1,1 ], "aluminium phosphate| It occurs in igneous rocks rich in aluminium and is used as a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turquoise",1,1,1 ], "gemstone| Formula: CuAl6(PO\4)4(OH)8|4H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turquoise",1,1,1,1 ], "the colour of turquoise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turquoise",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turret lathe",1,1,1 ], "another name for capstan lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,1 ], "a small tower that projects from the wall of a building, esp| a medieval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,1 ], "castle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,1,1 ], "a self-contained structure, capable of rotation, in which weapons are mounted," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,1,1 ], "esp| in tanks and warships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,1,2 ], "a gunner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,1,2 ], "a similar structure on an aircraft that houses one or more guns and sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,2 ], "a fortress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,2 ], "a tall wooden tower on wheels used formerly by besiegers to scale the walls of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,3 ], "a lathe part that has a number of tools projecting radially from it that, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turret",1,1,3 ], "it turns, are presented to the workpiece in succession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,1,1 ], "Chelonidae, having a flattened shell enclosing the body and flipper-like limbs adapted for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,1,1 ], "any of various aquatic chelonian reptiles, esp| those of the marine family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,1,1 ], "swimming" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,1,2 ], "any of the chelonian reptiles, including the tortoises and terrapins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,1,3 ], "a zippered bag made as part of a spinnaker for holding the sail so that it can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,1,3 ], "be set rapidly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,1,4 ], "turn turtle| to capsize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",1,2,1 ], "to catch or hunt turtles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtle",2,1,1 ], "an archaic name for turtledove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtleback",1,1,1 ], "an arched projection over the upper deck of a ship at the bow and sometimes at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtleback",1,1,1 ], "the stern for protection in heavy seas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turtleback",1,1,2 ], "a crude convex stone axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtledove",1,1,1 ], "any of several Old World doves of the genus Streptopelia, having a brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtledove",1,1,1 ], "plumage with speckled wings and a long dark tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "turtledove",1,1,2 ], "a gentle or loving person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtleneck",1,1,1,1 ], "a round high close-fitting neck on a sweater or the sweater itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turtleneck",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "turves",1,1,1 ], "a plural of turf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusche",1,1,1 ], "a substance used in lithography for drawing the design and as a resist in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusche",1,1,1 ], "silk-screen printing and lithography" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tush",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of disapproval or contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tush",2,1,1 ], "a tusk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusk shell",1,1,1 ], "any of various burrowing seashore molluscs of the genus Dentalium and related" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusk shell",1,1,1 ], "called: tooth shell" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tusk shell",1,1,1 ], "genera that have a long narrow tubular shell open at both ends: class Scaphopoda|Also" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tusk",1,1,1 ], "a pointed elongated usually paired tooth in the elephant, walrus, and certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusk",1,1,1 ], "other mammals that is specialized for fighting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tusk",1,1,2 ], "the canine tooth of certain animals, esp| horses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusk",1,1,3 ], "a sharp pointed projection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusk",1,1,4 ], "a tenon shaped with an additional oblique shoulder to make a stronger joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusk",1,2,1 ], "to stab, tear, or gore with the tusks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tusker",1,1,1 ], "any animal with prominent tusks, esp| a wild boar or elephant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussah",1,1,1 ], "a strong coarse brownish Indian silk obtained from the cocoons of an oriental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussah",1,1,1 ], "saturniid silkworm, Antheraea paphia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tussah",1,1,2 ], "a fabric woven from this silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussah",1,1,3 ], "the silkworm producing this silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussis",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for a cough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussle",1,1,1 ], "to fight or wrestle in a vigorous way; struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussle",1,2,1 ], "a vigorous fight; scuffle; struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussock grass",1,1,1 ], "any of several pasture grasses of the genus Poa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussock grass",1,1,2 ], "a tough grass, Nassella trichotoma, that is unpalatable to stock and a serious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussock grass",1,1,2 ], "pest in overgrazed areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tussock moth",1,1,1 ], "Laparidae), the hairy caterpillars of which are pests of many trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tussock moth",1,1,1 ], "any of various pale or dull-coloured moths of the family Lymantriidae (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tussock",1,1,1 ], "a dense tuft of vegetation, esp| of grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tut",1,3,1 ], "tuts, tutting, tutted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tut",1,3,2 ], "short for tut-tut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutee",1,1,1 ], "one who is tutored, esp| in a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutelage",1,1,1 ], "the act or office of a guardian or tutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutelage",1,1,2 ], "instruction or guidance, esp| by a tutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutelage",1,1,3 ], "the condition of being under the supervision of a guardian or tutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutiorism",1,1,1 ], "(in Roman Catholic moral theology) the doctrine that in cases of moral doubt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutiorism",1,1,1 ], "it is best to follow the safer course or that in agreement with the law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tutor",1,1,1 ], "a teacher, usually instructing individual pupils and often engaged privately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutor",1,1,2 ], "(at universities, colleges, etc|) a member of staff responsible for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutor",1,1,2 ], "teaching and supervision of a certain number of students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tutor",1,2,1 ], "to act as a tutor to (someone); instruct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutor",1,3,1 ], "to act as guardian to; have care of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutor",1,4,1 ], "to study under a tutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutor",1,5,1 ], "to admonish, discipline, or reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutorial system",1,1,1 ], "a system, mainly in universities, in which students receive guidance in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutorial system",1,1,1 ], "academic or personal matters from tutors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tutorial",1,1,1 ], "a period of intensive tuition given by a tutor to an individual student or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutorial",1,1,1 ], "a small group of students" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tutorial",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a tutor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutsan",1,1,1 ], "a woodland shrub, Hypericum androsaemum, of Europe and W Asia, having yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutsan",1,1,1 ], "flowers and reddish-purple fruits: family Hypericaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tutti",1,2,1 ], "to be performed by the whole orchestra, choir, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutti-frutti",1,1,1 ], "an ice cream or a confection containing small pieces of candied or fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutti-frutti",1,1,1 ], "fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tutti-frutti",1,1,2 ], "a preserve of chopped mixed fruits, often with brandy syrup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutti-frutti",1,1,3 ], "a flavour like that of many fruits combined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutti-frutti",1,2,1 ], "having such a flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutty",1,1,1 ], "finely powdered impure zinc oxide obtained from the flues of zinc-smelting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutty",1,1,1 ], "furnaces and used as a polishing powder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tutu",1,1,1 ], "a very short skirt worn by ballerinas, made of projecting layers of stiffened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tutu",1,1,1 ], "sheer material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tuxedo",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for dinner jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tuy",1,1,1 ], "a nozzle in a blast furnace through which air is injected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twaddle",1,1,1 ], "silly, trivial, or pretentious talk or writing; nonsense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twaddle",1,2,1 ], "to talk or write (something) in a silly or pretentious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twain",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twang",1,1,1 ], "a sharp ringing sound produced by or as if by the plucking of a taut string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twang",1,1,2 ], "the act of plucking a string to produce such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twang",1,1,3 ], "a strongly nasal quality in a person's speech, esp| in certain dialects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twang",1,2,1 ], "to make or cause to make a twang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twang",1,2,2 ], "to strum (music, a tune, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twang",1,2,3 ], "to speak or utter with a sharp nasal voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twang",1,3,1 ], "to be released or move with a twang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twat",1,1,1 ], "the female genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twat",1,1,2 ], "a girl or woman considered sexually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twat",1,1,3 ], "a foolish or despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twattle",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for twaddle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twayblade",1,1,1 ], "any of various terrestrial orchids of the genera Listera, Liparis, Ophrys," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twayblade",1,1,1 ], "etc|, having a basal pair of oval unstalked leaves arranged opposite each other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tweak",1,1,1 ], "to twist, jerk, or pinch with a sharp or sudden movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweak",1,1,2 ], "to tune (a car or engine) for peak performance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweak",1,2,1 ], "an instance of tweaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twee",1,1,1 ], "excessively sentimental, sweet, or pretty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweed",1,1,1,1 ], "a thick woollen often knobbly cloth produced originally in Scotland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweed",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweed",1,1,2 ], "clothes made of this cloth, esp| a man's or woman's suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweedy",1,1,1 ], "tweedier, tweediest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweedy",1,1,2 ], "of, made of, or resembling tweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweedy",1,1,3 ], "of tweeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tweedy",1,1,3 ], "showing a fondness for a hearty outdoor life, usually associated with wearers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweeny",1,1,1 ], "informal, obsolete| a maid who assists both cook and housemaid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweet",1,1,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the thin chirping sound made by small or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweet",1,1,1 ], "young birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tweet",1,2,1 ], "to make this sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweeter",1,1,1 ], "a loudspeaker used in high-fidelity systems for the reproduction of high audio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweeter",1,1,1 ], "frequencies| It is usually employed in conjunction with a woofer and a crossover network" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tweeze",1,1,1 ], "to take hold of or pluck (hair, small objects, etc|) with or as if with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tweeze",1,1,1 ], "tweezers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tweezers",1,1,1 ], "a small pincer-like instrument for handling small objects, plucking out hairs, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth man",1,1,1 ], "a reserve player in a cricket team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,1,1,1 ], "being the ordinal number of twelve: often written 12th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the eleventh in number or counting order, position, time, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,1,1,2 ], "the twelfth of the month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 12 equal or nearly equal parts of an object, quantity, measurement," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction equal to one divided by 12 (1/12)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,2,1 ], "an interval of one octave plus a fifth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,2,2 ], "one of two notes constituting such an interval in relation to the other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,2,3 ], "an organ stop sounding a note one octave and a fifth higher than that normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelfth",1,2,2,3 ], "produced by the key depressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twelve",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 12, XII, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve",1,1,3 ], "something represented by, representing, or consisting of 12 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve",1,1,4 ], "noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to twelve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve",1,2,1,2 ], "twelve have arrived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve-mile limit",1,1,1 ], "marking the extent of their territorial jurisdiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twelve-mile limit",1,1,1 ], "the offshore boundary 12 miles from the coast claimed by some states as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve-tone",1,1,1 ], "by Arnold Schoenberg, which uses as musical material a tone row formed by the 12" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twelve-tone",1,1,1 ], "music in which there are few, if any, tonal centres" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "twelve-tone",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting the type of serial music invented and developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelve-tone",1,1,1 ], "semitones of the chromatic scale, together with its inverted and retrograde versions| The" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "twelve-tone",1,1,1 ], "technique has been applied in various ways by different composers and usually results in" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "twelvemo",1,1,1 ], "another word for duodecimo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twelvemonth",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for a year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twentieth man",1,1,1 ], "the second reserve player" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twentieth",1,1,1,1 ], "coming after the nineteenth in numbering or counting order, position, time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twentieth",1,1,1,1 ], "etc|; being the ordinal number of twenty: often written 20th" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twentieth",1,1,1,2 ], "he left on the twentieth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twentieth",1,2,1,1 ], "one of 20 approximately equal parts of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twentieth",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twentieth",1,2,2 ], "the fraction that is equal to one divided by 20 (1/20)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twenty",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the product of ten and two; a score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twenty",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 20, XX, etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twenty",1,1,3 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of 20 units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twenty",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to twenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twenty",1,2,1,2 ], "to order twenty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twenty-one",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for pontoon ,2,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twenty-twenty",1,1,1 ], "having normal visual acuity: usually written 20/20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twerp",1,1,1 ], "a silly, weak-minded, or contemptible person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twibill",1,1,1 ], "a mattock with a blade shaped like an adze at one end and like an axe at the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twibill",1,1,1 ], "other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twibill",1,1,2 ], "a double-bladed battle-axe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twice",1,1,1 ], "two times; on two occasions or in two cases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twice",1,1,2 ], "double in degree or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twice-laid",1,1,1 ], "made from strands of used rope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twice-laid",1,1,2 ], "made from old or used material or retwisted yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twice-told",1,1,1 ], "hackneyed through repeated use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiddle",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by with) to twirl or fiddle (with), often in an idle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiddle",1,1,1 ], "way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twiddle",1,1,2 ], "twiddle one's thumbs| to do nothing; be unoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiddle",1,2,1 ], "to turn, twirl, or rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiddle",1,3,1 ], "to be occupied with trifles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiddle",1,4,1 ], "an act or instance of twiddling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twig",1,1,1 ], "any small branch or shoot of a tree or other woody plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twig",1,1,2 ], "something resembling this, esp| a minute branch of a blood vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twig",2,1,1 ], "to understand (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twig",2,1,2 ], "to find out or suddenly comprehend (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twig",2,2,1 ], "to perceive (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiggy",1,1,1 ], "gier, giest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiggy",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a twig or twigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiggy",1,1,3 ], "covered with twigs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twiggy",1,1,4 ], "slender or fragile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight sleep",1,1,1 ], "a state of partial anaesthesia in which the patient retains a slight degree of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight sleep",1,1,1 ], "consciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twilight zone",1,1,1 ], "an area of a city or town, usually surrounding the central business district," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight zone",1,1,1 ], "where houses have become dilapidated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twilight zone",1,1,2 ], "the lowest level of the ocean to which light can penetrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight zone",1,1,3 ], "any indefinite or transitional condition or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,1 ], "following sunset" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,1 ], "the soft diffused light occurring when the sun is just below the horizon, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,2 ], "the period in which this light occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,3 ], "the horizon (6 degrees , 12 degrees , and 18 degrees for civil twilight, nautical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,3 ], "the period of time during which the sun is a specified angular distance below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,3 ], "twilight, and astronomical twilight, respectively)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,4 ], "any faint light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,5 ], "a period in which strength, importance, etc|, are waning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twilight",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to twilight; dim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twill",1,1,1 ], "(in textiles) of or designating a weave in which the weft yarns are worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twill",1,1,1 ], "around two or more warp yarns to produce an effect of parallel diagonal lines or ribs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twill",1,2,1 ], "any fabric so woven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twill",1,3,1 ], "to weave in this fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twin bed",1,1,1 ], "one of a pair of matching single beds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twin bill",1,1,1 ], "an informal name for double feature or double-header ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twin town",1,1,1 ], "a town that has civic associations, such as reciprocal visits and cultural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twin town",1,1,1 ], "exchanges, with a foreign town, usually of similar size and sometimes with other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twin town",1,1,1 ], "similarities, as in commercial activities" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "twin-lens reflex",1,1,1 ], "another name for reflex camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twin-screw",1,1,1 ], "(of a vessel) having two propellers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twin-set",1,1,1 ], "a matching jumper and cardigan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinberry",1,1,1 ], "another name for partridgeberry ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,1,1 ], "string made by twisting together fibres of hemp, cotton, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of twining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,1,3 ], "something produced or characterized by twining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,1,4 ], "a twist, coil, or convolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,1,5 ], "a knot, tangle, or snarl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,2,1 ], "to twist together; interweave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,3,1 ], "to form by or as if by twining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twine",1,3,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by around) to wind or cause to wind, esp| in spirals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinflower",1,1,1 ], "America, having round leaves, white or pink fragrant bell-shaped flowers arranged in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twinflower",1,1,1 ], "an evergreen caprifoliaceous trailing shrub, Linnaea borealis, of North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinflower",1,1,1 ], "pairs, and yellow fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "twinge",1,1,1 ], "a sudden brief darting or stabbing pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinge",1,1,2 ], "a sharp emotional pang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinge",1,2,1 ], "to have or cause to have a twinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinge",1,3,1 ], "to pinch; tweak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,1,1 ], "intermittently; sparkle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,1,1 ], "to emit or reflect light in a flickering manner; shine brightly and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,1,2 ], "(of the eyes) to sparkle, esp| with amusement or delight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,1,3 ], "to move about quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,1,4 ], "to wink (the eyes); blink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,2,1 ], "an intermittent gleam of light; flickering brightness; sparkle or glimmer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,2,2 ], "an instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkle",1,2,3 ], "a rare word for wink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twinkling",1,1,1 ], "a very short time; instant; moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twirl",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move around rapidly and repeatedly in a circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twirl",1,2,1 ], "to twist, wind, or twiddle, often idly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twirl",1,3,1 ], "to turn suddenly to face another way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twirl",1,4,1 ], "an act of rotating or being rotated; whirl or twist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twirl",1,4,2 ], "something wound around or twirled; coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twirl",1,4,3 ], "a written flourish or squiggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twirp",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of twerp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist drill",1,1,1 ], "a drill bit having two helical grooves running from the point along the shank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist drill",1,1,1 ], "to clear swarf and cuttings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twist grip",1,1,1 ], "a handlebar control in the form of a ratchet-controlled rotating grip, used on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist grip",1,1,1 ], "accelerator" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "twist grip",1,1,1 ], "some bicycles and motorcycles as a gear-change control and on motorcycles as an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,1 ], "opposite direction from another; coil or spin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,1 ], "to cause (one end or part) to turn or (of one end or part) to turn in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,2 ], "to distort or be distorted; change in shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,3 ], "to wind or cause to wind; twine, coil, or intertwine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,4 ], "to force or be forced out of the natural form or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,5 ], "pervert" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,5 ], "to change or cause to change for the worse in character, meaning, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,1,6 ], "to revolve or cause to revolve; rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,2,1 ], "to wrench with a turning action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,3,1 ], "to follow a winding course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,4,1 ], "to squirm, as with pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,5,1 ], "to dance the twist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,5,2 ], "twist someone's arm| to persuade or coerce someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,1 ], "the act or an instance of twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,10 ], "a twisted thread used in sewing where extra strength is needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,11 ], "(in weaving) a specified direction of twisting the yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,12 ], "the twist| a modern dance popular in the 1960s, in which couples vigorously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,12 ], "twist the hips in time to rhythmic music" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,13 ], "a bread loaf or roll made of one or more pieces of twisted dough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,14 ], "a thin sliver of peel from a lemon, lime, etc|, twisted and added to a drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,14,1 ], "a cigar made by twisting three cigars around one another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,14,2 ], "chewing tobacco made in the form of a roll by twisting the leaves together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,15 ], "torsional deformation or shear stress or strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,16 ], "spin given to a ball in various games, esp| baseball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,17 ], "the extent to which the grooves in the bore of a rifled firearm are spiralled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,18 ], "round the twist| Brit| slang| mad; eccentric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,2 ], "something formed by or as if by twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,3 ], "a decisive change of direction, aim, meaning, or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,4 ], "(in a novel, play, etc|) an unexpected event, revelation, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,4 ], "development" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,5 ], "a bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,6 ], "a distortion of the original or natural shape or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,7 ], "a jerky pull, wrench, or turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,8 ], "a strange personal characteristic, esp| a bad one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twist",1,6,9 ], "a confused mess, tangle, or knot made by twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twister",1,1,1 ], "a swindling or dishonest person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twister",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that twists, such as a device used in making ropes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twister",1,1,3 ], "an informal name for tornado" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twister",1,1,4 ], "a ball moving with a twisting motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twit",1,1,1 ], "to tease, taunt, or reproach, often in jest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twit",1,2,1 ], "a nervous or excitable state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twit",1,2,2 ], "a reproach; taunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twit",1,2,3 ], "the act or an instance of teasing or taunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twit",2,1,1 ], "a foolish or stupid person; idiot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch grass",1,1,1 ], "another name for couch grass|Sometimes shortened to twitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move in a jerky spasmodic way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,1,2 ], "to pull or draw (something) with a quick jerky movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,2,1 ], "to hurt with a sharp spasmodic pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,3,1 ], "to nip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,4,1 ], "a sharp jerking movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,4,2 ], "a mental or physical twinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,4,3 ], "a sudden muscular spasm, esp| one caused by a nervous condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,4,4 ], "a loop of cord used to control a horse by drawing it tight about its upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitch",1,4,4 ], "lip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twite",1,1,1 ], "a N European finch, Acanthis flavirostris, with a brown streaked plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitter",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a bird) to utter a succession of chirping sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitter",1,2,1 ], "to talk or move rapidly and tremulously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitter",1,3,1 ], "to giggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitter",1,4,1 ], "to utter in a chirping way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitter",1,5,1 ], "a twittering sound, esp| of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitter",1,5,2 ], "the act of twittering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twitter",1,5,3 ], "a state of nervous excitement (esp| in the phrase in a twitter)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,1 ], "the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one| It is a prime number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,2 ], "a numeral, 2, II, (ii), etc|, representing this number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,3 ], "the beat is measured in minims" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,3 ], "the numeral 2 used as the lower figure in a time signature, indicating that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,4 ], "playing card with two symbols on it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,4 ], "something representing, represented by, or consisting of two units, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,5 ], "two hours after noon or midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,6 ], "in two| in or into two parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,7 ], "an obvious inference" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,7 ], "put two and two together| to make an inference from available evidence, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,1,8 ], "that makes two of us| the same applies to me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two",1,2,1,2 ], "he bought two|Related adjs|: binary, double, dual| Related prefixes: di-, bi-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-bit",1,1,1 ], "worth next to nothing; cheap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-by-four",1,1,1 ], "a length of untrimmed timber with a cross section that measures 2 inches by 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-by-four",1,1,1 ], "inches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two-by-four",1,1,2 ], "a trimmed timber joist with a cross section that measures 1 inches by 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-by-four",1,1,2 ], "inches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two-cycle",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for two-stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-dimensional",1,1,1 ], "of, having, or relating to two dimensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-dimensional",1,1,2 ], "having an area but no volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-dimensional",1,1,3 ], "lacking in depth, as characters in a literary work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-dimensional",1,1,4 ], "(of painting or drawing) lacking the characteristics of form or depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-edged",1,1,1 ], "having two cutting edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-edged",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a remark) having two interpretations, such as she looks nice when she" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-edged",1,1,2 ], "smiles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two-faced",1,1,1 ], "deceitful; insincere; hypocritical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-four time",1,1,1 ], "a form of simple duple time in which there are two crotchet beats in each bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-handed",1,1,1 ], "requiring the use of both hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-handed",1,1,2 ], "ambidextrous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-handed",1,1,3 ], "requiring the participation or cooperation of two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-line(#6modifier#5)(formerly)",1,1,1 ], "denoting double the normal size of printer's type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-name paper",1,1,1 ], "a commercial paper signed by two persons both of whom accept full liability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-party system",1,1,1 ], "a condition or system in which two major parties dominate a political unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-phase",1,1,1 ], "(of an electrical circuit, device, etc|) generating or using two alternating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-phase",1,1,1 ], "voltages of the same frequency, displaced in phase by 90 degrees " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two-piece",1,1,1 ], "consisting of two separate parts, usually matching, as of a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-piece",1,2,1 ], "such an outfit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-pot screamer",1,1,1 ], "a person easily influenced by alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-seater",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle providing seats for two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-sided",1,1,1 ], "having two sides or aspects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-sided",1,1,2 ], "controversial; debatable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-spot",1,1,1 ], "a card with two pips; two; deuce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-step",1,1,1 ], "a ballroom dance in duple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-step",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of such a dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-stroke",1,1,1 ], "relating to or designating an internal-combustion engine whose piston makes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-stroke",1,1,1 ], "two strokes for every explosion| U|S| word: two-cycle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two-time",1,1,1 ], "to deceive (someone, esp| a lover) by carrying on a relationship with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-tone",1,1,1 ], "of two colours or two shades of the same colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-tone",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of sirens, car horns, etc|) producing or consisting of two notes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-up",1,1,1 ], "a gambling game in which two coins are tossed or spun| Bets are made on both" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-up",1,1,1 ], "coins landing with the same face uppermost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two-way",1,1,1 ], "directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "two-way",1,1,1 ], "moving, permitting movement, or operating in either of two opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-way",1,1,2 ], "involving two participants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-way",1,1,3 ], "involving reciprocal obligation or mutual action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-way",1,1,4 ], "(of a radio, telephone, etc|) allowing communications in two directions using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "two-way",1,1,4 ], "both transmitting and receiving equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "twofold",1,1,1 ], "equal to twice as many or twice as much; double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twofold",1,1,2 ], "composed of two parts; dual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twofold",1,2,1 ], "doubly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twopence",1,1,1 ], "the sum of two pennies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twopence",1,1,2 ], "something of little value (in the phrase not care or give twopence)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twopence",1,1,3 ], "a former British silver coin, now only coined as Maundy money" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twopenny",1,1,1 ], "cheap or tawdry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twopenny",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twopenny",1,1,3 ], "worth two pence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twosome",1,1,1 ], "two together, esp| two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twosome",1,1,2 ], "a match between two people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twosome",1,1,3 ], "consisting of or played by two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "twp",1,1,1 ], "stupid; daft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tychism",1,1,1 ], "in evolutionary adaptations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tychism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that chance is an objective reality at work in the universe, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tycoon",1,1,1 ], "a business man of great wealth and power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tycoon",1,1,2 ], "an archaic name for a shogun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,1 ], "a small or cheeky child: used esp| in affectionate reproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,3 ], "a dog, esp| a mongrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,4 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,5 ], "a rough ill-mannered person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,6 ], "a person from Yorkshire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,7 ], "offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyke",1,1,8 ], "a Roman Catholic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tylopod",1,1,1 ], "any artiodactyl mammal of the suborder Tylopoda, having padded, rather than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tylopod",1,1,1 ], "hoofed, digits: includes the camels and llamas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tylosis",1,1,1 ], "a bladder-like outgrowth from certain cells in woody tissue that extends into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tylosis",1,1,1 ], "and blocks adjacent conducting xylem cells" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tymbal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of timbal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympan",1,1,1 ], "a membrane stretched over a frame or resonating cylinder, bowl, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympan",1,1,2 ], "packing interposed between the platen and the paper to be printed in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympan",1,1,2 ], "provide an even impression" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tympan",1,1,3 ], "another name for tympanum ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympani",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of timpani" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic bone",1,1,1 ], "auditory canal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic bone",1,1,1 ], "the part of the temporal bone in the mammalian skull that surrounds the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic membrane",1,1,1 ], "cochlea" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic membrane",1,1,1 ], "ear| It transmits vibrations produced by sound waves, via the ossicles, to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic membrane",1,1,1 ], "the thin translucent oval membrane separating the external ear from the middle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic membrane",1,1,2 ], "Nontechnical name: eardrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having a tympanum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanic",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a drumhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays a drum, now specifically the kettledrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanites",1,1,1 ], "distention of the abdomen caused by an abnormal accumulation of gas in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanites",1,1,1 ], "intestinal or peritoneal cavity, as in peritonitis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tympanitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the eardrum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,1,1 ], "the cavity of the middle ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for tympanic membrane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,2 ], "any diaphragm resembling that in the middle ear in function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,2,1 ], "the recessed space bounded by the cornices of a pediment, esp| one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,2,1 ], "triangular in shape and ornamented" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,2,2 ], "below it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,2,2 ], "the recessed space bounded by an arch and the lintel of a doorway or window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,3 ], "a tympan or drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympanum",1,1,4 ], "a scoop wheel for raising water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympany",1,1,1 ], "another name for tympanites" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tympany",1,1,2 ], "excessive pride or arrogance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typal",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type founder",1,1,1 ], "a person who casts metallic printer's type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type metal",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of tin, lead, and antimony, from which type is cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type specimen",1,1,1 ], "the original specimen from which a description of a new species is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,1 ], "a kind, class, or category, the constituents of which share similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,1 ], "characteristics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,2 ], "a subdivision of a particular class of things or people; sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,3 ], "the general form, plan, or design distinguishing a particular group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,4 ], "a person who typifies a particular quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,5 ], "a person, esp| of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,5,1 ], "a small block of metal or more rarely wood bearing a letter or character in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,5,1 ], "relief for use in printing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,5,2 ], "such pieces collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,6 ], "characters printed from type; print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,6,1 ], "next highest group, for example Rattus norvegicus (brown rat) is the type species of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,6,1 ], "the rat genus Rattus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,6,1 ], "the taxonomic group the characteristics of which are used for defining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,6,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,7 ], "the characteristic device on a coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,8 ], "a figure, episode, or symbolic factor resembling some future reality in such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,8 ], "way as to foreshadow or prefigure it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,1,9 ], "a distinctive sign or mark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,2,1 ], "to write (copy) on a typewriter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,3,1 ], "to be a symbol of; typify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,4,1 ], "to decide the type of; clarify into a type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,5,1 ], "to determine the blood group of (a blood sample)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type",1,6,1 ], "to foreshadow or serve as a symbol of (some future reality)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "type-high",1,1,1 ], "having the height of a piece of type, standardized as 0|918 inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typebar",1,1,1 ], "one of the bars in a typewriter that carry the type and are operated by keys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typecase",1,1,1 ], "a compartmental tray for storing printer's type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typecast",1,1,1 ], "physical appearance or previous success in such roles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typecast",1,1,1 ], "to cast (an actor) in the same kind of role continually, esp| because of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typeface",1,1,1 ], "another name for face ,1,15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typescript",1,1,1 ], "a typed copy of a document, literary script, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typescript",1,1,2 ], "any typewritten material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typeset",1,1,1 ], "to set (textual matter) in type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typesetter",1,1,1 ], "a person who sets type; compositor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typesetter",1,1,2 ], "a typesetting machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typewrite",1,1,1 ], "to write by means of a typewriter; type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typewriter",1,1,1 ], "(electric typewriter)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "typewriter",1,1,1 ], "a keyboard machine for writing mechanically in characters resembling print| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typewriter",1,1,1 ], "may be operated entirely by hand (manual typewriter) or be powered by electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typewriter",1,1,2 ], "a style of type resembling typescript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typewriting",1,1,1 ], "the act or skill of using a typewriter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typewriting",1,1,2 ], "copy produced by a typewriter; typescript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhlitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the caecum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhlitis",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete name for appendicitis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhlology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of science concerned with blindness and the care of the blind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhogenic",1,1,1 ], "causing typhus or typhoid fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhoid fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious disease characterized by high fever, rose-coloured spots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhoid fever",1,1,1 ], "is caused by the bacillus Salmonella typhosa ingested with food or water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "typhoid fever",1,1,1 ], "on the chest or abdomen, abdominal pain, and occasionally intestinal bleeding| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typhoidin",1,1,1 ], "a culture of dead typhoid bacillus for injection into the skin to test for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhoidin",1,1,1 ], "typhoid fever" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typhoon",1,1,1 ], "Pacific" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typhoon",1,1,1 ], "a small violent tropical storm or cyclone, esp| in the China seas and W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhoon",1,1,2 ], "a violent storm of India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhus",1,1,1 ], "any one of a group of acute infectious rickettsial diseases characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typhus",1,1,1 ], "high fever, skin rash, and severe headache" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typical",1,1,1 ], "being or serving as a representative example of a particular type;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typical",1,1,1 ], "characteristic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typical",1,1,2 ], "considered to be an example of some undesirable trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typical",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a representative specimen or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typical",1,1,4 ], "conforming to a type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typical",1,1,5 ], "having most of the characteristics of a particular taxonomic group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to be typical of; characterize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typify",1,1,2 ], "to symbolize or represent completely, by or as if by a type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typist",1,1,1 ], "a person who types, esp| for a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typo",1,1,1 ], "a typographical error" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typographer",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in typography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typographer",1,1,2 ], "another name for compositor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typography",1,1,1 ], "the art, craft, or process of composing type and printing from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typography",1,1,2 ], "the planning, selection, and setting of type for a printed work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typology",1,1,1 ], "realities which they typify" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typology",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine or study of types or of the correspondence between them and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typothetae",1,1,1 ], "master printers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "typothetae",1,1,1 ], "printers collectively; used in the names of organized associations, as of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typo|",1,1,1 ], "variants of typ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typw|",1,1,1 ], "typewriter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typw|",1,1,2 ], "typewritten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typ|",1,1,1 ], "typographer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typ|",1,1,2 ], "typographic(al)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "typ|",1,1,3 ], "typography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyramine",1,1,1 ], "4-hydroxyphenethylamine| Formula: (C\2H\4NH\2)C6H4OH" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tyramine",1,1,1 ], "a colourless crystalline amine derived from phenol and found in ripe cheese," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyramine",1,1,1 ], "ergot, decayed animal tissue, and mistletoe and used for its sympathomimetic action;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyrannical",1,1,1 ], "characteristic of or relating to a tyrant or to tyranny; oppressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrannicide",1,1,1 ], "the killing of a tyrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrannicide",1,1,2 ], "a person who kills a tyrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrannize",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by over) to rule or exercise power over (people) in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrannize",1,1,1 ], "cruel or oppressive manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyrannosaur",1,1,1 ], "North America in upper Jurassic and Cretaceous times: suborder Theropoda (theropods)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyrannosaur",1,1,1 ], "any large carnivorous bipedal dinosaur of the genus Tyrannosaurus, common in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyranny",1,1,1,1 ], "government by a tyrant or tyrants; despotism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyranny",1,1,1,2 ], "similarly oppressive and unjust government by more than one person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyranny",1,1,2 ], "arbitrary, unreasonable, or despotic behaviour or use of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyranny",1,1,3 ], "any harsh discipline or oppression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyranny",1,1,4 ], "a political unit ruled by a tyrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyranny",1,1,5 ], "(esp| in ancient Greece) government by a usurper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyranny",1,1,6 ], "a tyrannical act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrant flycatcher",1,1,1 ], "any passerine bird of the American family Tyrannidae|Often shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrant flycatcher",1,1,1 ], "flycatcher" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyrant",1,1,1 ], "a person who governs oppressively, unjustly, and arbitrarily; despot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrant",1,1,2 ], "any person who exercises authority in a tyrannical manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrant",1,1,3 ], "anything that exercises tyrannical influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrant",1,1,4 ], "(esp| in ancient Greece) a ruler whose authority lacked the sanction of law or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrant",1,1,4 ], "custom; usurper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyre",1,1,1 ], "a rubber ring placed over the rim of a wheel of a road vehicle to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyre",1,1,1 ], "of a reinforced outer casing enclosing an inner tube" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tyre",1,1,1 ], "traction and reduce road shocks, esp| a hollow inflated ring (pneumatic tyre) consisting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyre",1,1,2 ], "a metal band or hoop attached to the rim of a wooden cartwheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyre",1,2,1 ], "to fit a tyre or tyres to (a wheel, vehicle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyro",1,1,1 ], "a novice or beginner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrocidine",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic that is the main constituent of tyrothricin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrosinase",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme occurring in many organisms that is a catalyst in the conversion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrosinase",1,1,1 ], "tyrosine to the pigment melanin; inactivity of this enzyme results in albinism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyrosine",1,1,1 ], "an amino acid that is a precursor of the hormones adrenaline and thyroxine and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrosine",1,1,1 ], "of the pigment melanin| Formula: OHC6H4CH2CH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyrothricin",1,1,1 ], "an antibiotic, obtained from the soil bacterium Bacillus brevis, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tyrothricin",1,1,1 ], "and streptococci: applied locally for the treatment of ulcers and abscesses" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "tyrothricin",1,1,1 ], "tyrocidine and gramicidin and active against Gram-positive bacteria such as staphylococci" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "tyum",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tum ,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tzar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tsar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "tzetze fly",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of tsetse fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,1 ], "tare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,2 ], "teaspoon(ful)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,3 ], "temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,4 ], "tempo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,5 ], "tempore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,6 ], "tenor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,7 ], "tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|",1,1,8 ], "transitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|b|",1,1,1 ], "trial balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "t|g|",1,1,1 ], "type genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ubi supra",1,1,1 ], "where (mentioned or cited) above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ubiety",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being in a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ubiquitarian",1,1,1 ], "a member of the Lutheran church who holds that Christ is no more present in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ubiquitarian",1,1,1 ], "the elements of the Eucharist than elsewhere, as he is present at all places at all" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ubiquitarian",1,1,1 ], "times" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ubiquitarian",1,2,1 ], "denoting, relating to, or holding this belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ubiquitous",1,1,1 ], "having or seeming to have the ability to be everywhere at once; omnipresent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "udal",1,1,1 ], "a form of freehold possession of land existing in northern Europe before the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "udal",1,1,1 ], "introduction of the feudal system and still used in Orkney and Shetland" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "udder",1,1,1 ], "teats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "udder",1,1,1 ], "the large baglike mammary gland of cows, sheep, etc|, having two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "udo",1,1,1 ], "a stout araliaceous perennial plant, Aralia cordata, of Japan and China," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "udo",1,1,1 ], "having berry-like black fruits and young shoots that are edible when blanched" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "udometer",1,1,1 ], "another term for rain gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ufology",1,1,1 ], "the study of UFOs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugali",1,1,1 ], "corn meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugh",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of disgust, annoyance, or dislike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugli",1,1,1 ], "a large juicy yellow-skinned citrus fruit of the West Indies: a cross between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugli",1,1,1 ], "a tangerine, grapefruit, and orange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uglify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become ugly or more ugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugly duckling",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing, initially ugly or unpromising, that changes into something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugly duckling",1,1,1 ], "beautiful or admirable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ugly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugly",1,1,2 ], "of unpleasant or unsightly appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugly",1,1,3 ], "repulsive, objectionable, or displeasing in any way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugly",1,1,4 ], "ominous or menacing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ugly",1,1,5 ], "bad-tempered, angry, or sullen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uh-huh",1,1,1 ], "a less emphatic variant of yes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uhlan",1,1,1 ], "European armies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uhlan",1,1,1 ], "a member of a body of lancers first employed in the Polish army and later in W" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uhuru",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in E Africa) national independence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uhuru",1,1,2 ], "freedom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uintathere",1,1,1 ], "any of various extinct Tertiary rhinoceros-like mammals of North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uintathere",1,1,1 ], "having six horny processes on the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uitlander",1,1,1 ], "a foreigner; alien" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ujamaa village",1,1,1 ], "a communally organized village in Tanzania" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ukase",1,1,1 ], "(in imperial Russia) an edict of the tsar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ukase",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for edict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ukiyoe",1,1,1 ], "a school of Japanese painting depicting subjects from everyday life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ukulele",1,1,1 ], "a small four-stringed guitar, esp| of Hawaii" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulan",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of uhlan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulcer",1,1,1 ], "a disintegration of the surface of the skin or a mucous membrane resulting in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulcer",1,1,1 ], "an open sore that heals very slowly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ulcer",1,1,2 ], "a source or element of corruption or evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulcerate",1,1,1 ], "to make or become ulcerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulceration",1,1,1 ], "the development or formation of an ulcer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulceration",1,1,2 ], "an ulcer or an ulcerous condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulcerative",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characterized by ulceration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulcerous",1,1,1 ], "relating to, characteristic of, or characterized by an ulcer or ulcers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulcerous",1,1,2 ], "being or having a corrupting influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulema",1,1,1 ], "a body of Muslim scholars or religious leaders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulema",1,1,2 ], "a member of this body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ullage rocket",1,1,1 ], "a small hydrogen peroxide rocket engine that produces sufficient acceleration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ullage rocket",1,1,1 ], "to keep propellants in their places when the main rocket is shut off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ullage",1,1,1 ], "the volume by which a liquid container falls short of being full" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ullage",1,1,1,1 ], "the quantity of liquid lost from a container due to leakage or evaporation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ullage",1,1,1,2 ], "(in customs terminology) the amount of liquid remaining in a container after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ullage",1,1,1,2 ], "such loss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ullage",1,2,1 ], "to create ullage in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ullage",1,2,2 ], "to determine the amount of ullage in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ullage",1,2,3 ], "to fill up ullage in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulmaceous",1,1,1 ], "of deciduous trees and shrubs having scaly buds, simple serrated leaves, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ulmaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Ulmaceae, a temperate and tropical family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulmaceous",1,1,1 ], "typically winged fruits: includes the elms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ulna",1,1,1 ], "the inner and longer of the two bones of the human forearm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulna",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding bone in other vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulnar nerve",1,1,1 ], "a nerve situated along the inner side of the arm and passing close to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulnar nerve",1,1,1 ], "surface of the skin near the elbow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ulotrichous",1,1,1 ], "having woolly or curly hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulster",1,1,1 ], "a man's heavy double-breasted overcoat with a belt or half-belt at the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulterior",1,1,1 ], "lying beneath or beyond what is revealed, evident, or supposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulterior",1,1,2 ], "succeeding, subsequent, or later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ulterior",1,1,3 ], "lying beyond a certain line or point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultima Thule",1,1,1 ], "another name for Thule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultima Thule",1,1,2 ], "any distant or unknown region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultima Thule",1,1,3 ], "a remote goal or aim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultima",1,1,1 ], "the final syllable of a word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimate constituent",1,1,1 ], "a constituent of something, such as a linguistic construction, that cannot be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimate constituent",1,1,1 ], "further subdivided in the terms of the analysis being undertaken" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultimate",1,1,1 ], "conclusive in a series or process; last; final" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimate",1,1,2 ], "the highest or most significant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimate",1,1,3 ], "elemental, fundamental, basic, or essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimate",1,2,1 ], "the most significant, highest, furthest, or greatest thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimately",1,1,1 ], "in the end; at last; finally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimatum",1,1,1 ], "a final communication by a party, esp| a government, setting forth conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimatum",1,1,1 ], "on which it insists, as during negotiations on some topic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultimatum",1,1,2 ], "any final or peremptory demand, offer, or proposal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimo",1,1,1 ], "Now rare except when abbreviated in formal correspondence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimo",1,1,2 ], "in or during the previous month" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimogeniture",1,1,1 ], "a principle of inheritance whereby the youngest son succeeds to the estate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultimogeniture",1,1,1 ], "his ancestor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultimogeniture",1,1,2 ], "another name for borough-English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultra vires",1,1,1 ], "beyond the legal power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultra",1,1,1 ], "extreme or immoderate, esp| in beliefs or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultra",1,2,1 ], "an extremist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultra-",1,1,1 ], "beyond or surpassing a specified extent, range, or limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultra-",1,1,2 ], "extreme or extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultracentrifuge",1,1,1 ], "a high-speed centrifuge used to separate colloidal solutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultracentrifuge",1,2,1 ], "to subject to the action of an ultracentrifuge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultraconservative",1,1,1 ], "highly reactionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultraconservative",1,2,1 ], "a reactionary person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrafiche",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of film, usually the size of a filing card, that is similar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrafiche",1,1,1 ], "microfiche but has a very much larger number of microcopies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultrafilter",1,1,1 ], "a filter with small pores used to separate very small particles from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrafilter",1,1,1 ], "suspension or colloidal solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultrahigh frequency",1,1,1 ], "a radio-frequency band or radio frequency lying between 3000 and 300" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrahigh frequency",1,1,1 ], "megahertz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultraism",1,1,1 ], "extreme philosophy, belief, or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramarine",1,1,1 ], "a blue pigment consisting of sodium and aluminium silicates and some sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramarine",1,1,1 ], "paints, printing ink, plastics, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ultramarine",1,1,1 ], "sulphide, obtained by powdering natural lapis lazuli or made synthetically: used in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultramarine",1,1,2 ], "a vivid blue colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramarine",1,2,1 ], "of the colour ultramarine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramarine",1,2,2 ], "from across the seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramicrometer",1,1,1 ], "a micrometer for measuring extremely small distances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramicroscope",1,1,1 ], "a microscope used for studying colloids, in which the sample is illuminated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramicroscope",1,1,1 ], "background" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ultramicroscope",1,1,1 ], "from the side and colloidal particles are seen as bright points on a dark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultramicroscopic",1,1,1 ], "too small to be seen with an optical microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramicroscopic",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an ultramicroscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramodern",1,1,1 ], "extremely modern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramontane",1,1,1 ], "on the other side of the mountains, esp| the Alps, from the speaker or writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramontane",1,1,2 ], "centralized authority and influence of the pope as opposed to local independence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultramontane",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a movement in the Roman Catholic Church which favours the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramontane",1,2,1 ], "a resident or native from beyond the mountains, esp| the Alps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramontane",1,2,2 ], "a member of the ultramontane party of the Roman Catholic Church" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramontanism",1,1,1 ], "n| the doctrine of central papal supremacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultramundane",1,1,1 ], "extending beyond the world, this life, or the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultranationalism",1,1,1 ], "extreme devotion to one's own nation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrared",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for infrared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrashort",1,1,1 ], "(of a radio wave) having a wavelength shorter than 10 metres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrasonic",1,1,1 ], "frequencies above audio frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultrasonic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or producing waves with the same nature as sound waves but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrasonics",1,1,1 ], "the branch of physics concerned with ultrasonic waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrasound",1,1,1 ], "echo sounding, medical diagnosis and therapy, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultrasound",1,1,1 ], "ultrasonic waves of the same nature as sound, used in cleaning metallic parts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultrastructure",1,1,1 ], "esp| electron microscopy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultrastructure",1,1,1 ], "the minute structure of an organ, tissue, or cell, as revealed by microscopy," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultraviolet",1,1,1 ], "but longer than x-rays; in the range 0|4 X 10'-'5 and 5 X 10'-'9 metres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ultraviolet",1,1,1 ], "the part of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths shorter than light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultraviolet",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of radiation lying in the ultraviolet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ultravirus",1,1,1 ], "a virus small enough to pass through the panes of the finest filter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ult|",1,1,1 ], "ultimate(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ult|",1,1,2 ], "ultimo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ululate",1,1,1 ], "to howl or wail, as with grief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "um",1,1,1 ], "a representation of a common sound made when hesitating in speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbelliferous",1,1,1 ], "flowers in umbels: includes fennel, dill, parsley, carrot, celery, and parsnip" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "umbelliferous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Umbelliferae, a family of herbaceous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbelliferous",1,1,1 ], "plants and shrubs, typically having hollow stems, divided or compound leaves, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbelliferous",1,1,2 ], "designating any other plant bearing umbels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbellule",1,1,1 ], "any of the small secondary umbels that make up a compound umbel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umber",1,1,1 ], "and oxides of aluminium, manganese, and silicon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umber",1,1,1 ], "any of various natural brown earths containing ferric oxide together with lime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umber",1,1,2 ], "any of the dark brown to greenish-brown colours produced by this pigment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umber",1,1,2,1 ], "shade or shadow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umber",1,1,2,2 ], "any dark, dusky, or indefinite colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umber",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or stained with umber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilical cord",1,1,1 ], "provides a means of metabolic interchange with the mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbilical cord",1,1,1 ], "the long flexible tubelike structure connecting a fetus with the placenta: it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilical cord",1,1,2 ], "any flexible cord, tube, or cable used to transfer information, power, oxygen," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilical cord",1,1,2 ], "etc|, as between an astronaut walking in space and his spacecraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbilical",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling the umbilicus or the umbilical cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilical",1,1,2 ], "in the region of the umbilicus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilical",1,2,1 ], "short for umbilical cord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilicate",1,1,1 ], "having an umbilicus or navel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilicate",1,1,2 ], "having a central depression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilicate",1,1,3 ], "shaped like a navel, as some bacterial colonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilication",1,1,1 ], "a navel-like notch or depression, as in the centre of a vesicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilication",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being umbilicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilicus",1,1,1 ], "a hollow or navel-like structure, such as the cavity at the base of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbilicus",1,1,1 ], "gastropod shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbilicus",1,1,2 ], "a technical name for the navel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbles",1,1,1 ], "another term for numbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbra",1,1,1 ], "a region of complete shadow resulting from the total obstruction of light by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbra",1,1,1 ], "an opaque object, esp| the shadow cast by the moon onto the earth during a solar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbra",1,1,1 ], "eclipse" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "umbra",1,1,2 ], "the darker inner region of a sunspot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrage",1,1,1 ], "displeasure or resentment; offence (in the phrase give or take umbrage)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrage",1,1,2 ], "the foliage of trees, considered as providing shade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrage",1,1,3 ], "shadow or shade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrage",1,1,4 ], "a shadow or semblance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrageous",1,1,1 ], "shady or shading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrageous",1,1,2 ], "easily offended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella bird",1,1,1 ], "a black tropical American passerine bird, Cephalopterus ornatus, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella bird",1,1,1 ], "large overhanging crest and a long feathered wattle: family Cotingidae (cotingas)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella plant",1,1,1 ], "an African sedge, Cyperus alternifolius, having large umbrella-like whorls of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella plant",1,1,1 ], "slender leaves: widely grown as an ornamental water plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella stand",1,1,1 ], "an upright rack or stand for umbrellas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella tree",1,1,1 ], "a North American magnolia, Magnolia tripetala, having long leaves clustered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella tree",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella tree",1,1,1 ], "into an umbrella formation at the ends of the branches and unpleasant-smelling white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella tree",1,1,2 ], "any of various other trees or shrubs having leaves shaped like an umbrella or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella tree",1,1,2 ], "growing in an umbrella-like cluster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella",1,1,1 ], "a portable device used for protection against rain, snow, etc|, and consisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella",1,1,1 ], "of a light canopy supported on a collapsible metal frame mounted on a central rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella",1,1,2 ], "the flattened cone-shaped contractile body of a jellyfish or other medusa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella",1,1,3 ], "a protective shield or screen, esp| of aircraft or gunfire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umbrella",1,1,4 ], "anything that has the effect of a protective screen or cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umiak",1,1,1 ], "a large open boat made of stretched skins, used by Eskimos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umlaut",1,1,1 ], "modification in the quality of the vowel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umlaut",1,1,1 ], "the mark () placed over a vowel in some languages, such as German, indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umlaut",1,1,2 ], "(esp| in Germanic languages) the change of a vowel within a word brought about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umlaut",1,1,2 ], "by the assimilating influence of a vowel or semivowel in a preceding or following" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "umlaut",1,1,2 ], "syllable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "umpire",1,1,1 ], "an official who rules on the playing of a game, as in cricket or baseball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umpire",1,1,2 ], "a person who rules on or judges disputes between contesting parties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umpire",1,2,1 ], "to act as umpire in (a game, dispute, or controversy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umpteen",1,1,1,1 ], "very many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umpteen",1,1,1,2 ], "umpteen of them came" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "umpy",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for umpire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "un-",1,1,1 ], "(freely used with adjectives, participles, and their derivative adverbs and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "un-",1,1,1 ], "nouns: less frequently used with certain other nouns) not; contrary to; opposite of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "un-",2,1,1 ], "denoting reversal of an action or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "un-",2,1,2 ], "denoting removal from, release, or deprivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "un-",2,1,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "un-American",1,1,1 ], "not in accordance with the aims, ideals, customs, etc|, of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "un-American",1,1,2 ], "against the interests of the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "un-thought-of",1,1,1 ], "unimaginable; inconceivable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "una corda",1,2,1 ], "(of the piano) to be played with the soft pedal depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unabated",1,1,1 ], "without losing any original force or violence; undiminished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unable",1,1,1 ], "able" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unable",1,1,1 ], "lacking the necessary power, ability, or authority (to do something); not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unable",1,1,2 ], "incompetent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccommodated",1,1,1 ], "not suitable or apt; not adapted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccommodated",1,1,2 ], "unprovided for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccompanied",1,1,1 ], "not accompanied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccompanied",1,1,1,1 ], "(of an instrument)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccompanied",1,1,2 ], "playing alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccompanied",1,1,2,2 ], "(of music for a group of singers) without instrumental accompaniment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccomplished",1,1,1 ], "not accomplished or finished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccomplished",1,1,2 ], "lacking accomplishments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccountable",1,1,1 ], "allowing of no explanation; inexplicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccountable",1,1,2 ], "puzzling; extraordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccountable",1,1,3 ], "not accountable or answerable to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccounted-for",1,1,1 ], "not understood, explained, or taken into consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccustomed",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by to) not used (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaccustomed",1,1,2 ], "not familiar; strange or unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unadopted",1,1,1 ], "(of a child) not adopted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unadopted",1,1,2 ], "(of a road, etc|) not maintained by a local authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unadvised",1,1,1 ], "rash or unwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unadvised",1,1,2 ], "not having received advice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaffected",1,1,1 ], "unpretentious, natural, or sincere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaffected",2,1,1 ], "not affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unalienable",1,1,1 ], "a variant of inalienable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unalloyed",1,1,1 ], "not mixed or intermingled with any other thing; pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unaneled",1,1,1 ], "not having received extreme unction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unanimous",1,1,1 ], "in complete or absolute agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unanimous",1,1,2 ], "characterized by complete agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unanswerable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being refuted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unanswerable",1,1,2 ], "(of a question) not admitting of any answer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unappealable",1,1,1 ], "(of a judgment, etc|) not capable of being appealed against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unapproachable",1,1,1 ], "discouraging intimacy, friendliness, etc|; aloof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unapproachable",1,1,2 ], "inaccessible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unappropriated",1,1,1 ], "not set aside for specific use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unappropriated",1,1,2 ], "designating that portion of the profits of a business enterprise that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unappropriated",1,1,2 ], "retained in the business and not withdrawn by the proprietor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unappropriated",1,1,3 ], "(of property) not having been taken into any person's possession or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unapt",1,1,1 ], "not suitable or qualified; unfitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unapt",1,1,2 ], "mentally slow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unapt",1,2,1 ], "not disposed or likely (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unarm",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for disarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unarmed",1,1,1 ], "without weapons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unarmed",1,1,2 ], "(of animals and plants) having no claws, prickles, spines, thorns, or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unarmed",1,1,2 ], "structures" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unarmed",1,1,3 ], "explosive action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unarmed",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to a projectile that does not use a detonator to initiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unary",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a single element or component" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unashamed",1,1,1 ], "lacking moral restraints" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unashamed",1,1,2 ], "not embarrassed, contrite, or apologetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unasked",1,1,1 ], "not requested or demanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unasked",1,1,2 ], "not invited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unassailable",1,1,1 ], "able to withstand attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unassailable",1,1,2 ], "undeniable or irrefutable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unassuming",1,1,1 ], "modest or unpretentious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unattached",1,1,1 ], "not connected with any specific thing, body, group, etc|; independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unattached",1,1,2 ], "not engaged or married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unattached",1,1,3 ], "(of property) not seized or held as security or in satisfaction of a judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unattended",1,1,1 ], "not looked after or cared for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unattended",1,1,2 ], "unaccompanied or alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unattended",1,1,3 ], "not listened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unau",1,1,1 ], "another name for the two-toed sloth (see sloth ,1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unavailing",1,1,1 ], "useless or futile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unavoidable",1,1,1 ], "unable to be avoided; inevitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unavoidable",1,1,2 ], "not capable of being declared null and void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unawares",1,1,1 ], "without prior warning or plan; unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unawares",1,1,2 ], "without being aware of or knowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbacked",1,1,1 ], "(of a book, chair, etc|) not having a back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbacked",1,1,2 ], "bereft of support, esp| on a financial basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbacked",1,1,3 ], "(of a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbacked",1,1,3,1 ], "not supported by bets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbacked",1,1,3,2 ], "never having been ridden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalance",1,1,1 ], "to upset the equilibrium or balance of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalance",1,1,2 ], "to disturb the mental stability of (a person or his mind)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalance",1,2,1 ], "imbalance or instability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalanced",1,1,1 ], "lacking balance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalanced",1,1,2 ], "irrational or unsound; erratic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalanced",1,1,3 ], "mentally disordered or deranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalanced",1,1,4 ], "(in double-entry book-keeping) not having total debit balances equal to total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbalanced",1,1,4 ], "credit balances" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unbar",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to take away a bar or bars from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbar",1,1,2 ], "to unfasten bars, locks, etc|, from (a door); open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbated",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of unabated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbated",1,1,2 ], "(of a sword, lance, etc|) not covered with a protective button" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbearable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be borne or endured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeatable",1,1,1 ], "unable to be defeated or outclassed; surpassingly excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeaten",1,1,1 ], "having suffered no defeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeaten",1,1,2 ], "not worn down; untrodden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeaten",1,1,3 ], "not mixed or stirred by beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeaten",1,1,4 ], "not beaten or struck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbecoming",1,1,1 ], "unsuitable or inappropriate, esp| through being unattractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbecoming",1,1,2 ], "(for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unbecoming",1,1,2 ], "(when postpositive, usually foll| by of or an object) not proper or seemly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeknown",1,1,1 ], "Also (esp| Brit|): unbeknownst| without the knowledge (of a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeknown",1,2,1 ], "not known (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbelief",1,1,1 ], "disbelief or rejection of belief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbelievable",1,1,1 ], "unable to be believed; incredible or astonishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbeliever",1,1,1 ], "a person who does not believe or withholds belief, esp| in religious matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbelieving",1,1,1 ], "not believing; sceptical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbelieving",1,1,2 ], "proceeding from or characterized by scepticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbelt",1,1,1 ], "to unbuckle the belt of (a garment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbelt",1,1,2 ], "to remove (something) from a belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbend",1,1,1 ], "to release or be released from the restraints of formality and ceremony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbend",1,1,2 ], "to relax (the mind) or (of the mind) to become relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbend",1,1,3 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unbend",1,1,3 ], "to become or be made straightened out from an originally bent shape or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbend",1,2,1,1 ], "to remove (a sail) from a stay, mast, yard, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbend",1,2,1,2 ], "to untie (a rope, etc|) or cast (a cable) loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbending",1,1,1 ], "rigid or inflexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbending",1,1,2 ], "characterized by sternness or severity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbent",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of unbend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbent",1,2,1 ], "not bent or bowed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbent",1,2,2 ], "not compelled to yield or give way by force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbiased",1,1,1 ], "having no bias or prejudice; fair or impartial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbidden",1,1,1 ], "not ordered or commanded; voluntary or spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbidden",1,1,2 ], "not invited or asked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbind",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to set free from restraining bonds or chains; release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbind",1,1,2 ], "to unfasten or make loose (a bond, tie, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbirthday",1,1,1,1 ], "any day other than one's birthday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbirthday",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblenched",1,1,1 ], "undismayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblessed",1,1,1 ], "deprived of blessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblessed",1,1,2 ], "unhallowed, cursed, or evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblessed",1,1,3 ], "unhappy or wretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblinking",1,1,1 ], "without blinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblinking",1,1,2 ], "showing no visible response or emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblinking",1,1,3 ], "not wavering through trepidation or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblown",1,1,1 ], "(of a flower) still in the bud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblown",1,1,2 ], "not blown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unblushing",1,1,1 ], "immodest or shameless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbolt",1,1,1 ], "to unfasten a bolt of (a door)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbolt",1,1,2 ], "to undo (the nut) on a bolt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbolted",1,1,1 ], "(of grain, meal, or flour) not sifted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unboned",1,1,1 ], "(of meat, fish, etc|) not having had the bones removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unboned",1,1,2 ], "(of animals) having no bones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbonnet",1,1,1 ], "to remove a bonnet or hat from (one's head), esp| as a mark of respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unborn",1,1,1 ], "not yet born or brought to birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unborn",1,1,2 ], "still to come in the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbosom",1,1,1 ], "to relieve (oneself) of (secrets, etc|) by telling someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbound",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of unbind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbound",1,2,1 ], "(of a book) not bound within a cover" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbound",1,2,2 ], "not restrained or tied down by bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbound",1,2,3 ], "(of a morpheme) able to form a word by itself; free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbounded",1,1,1 ], "having no boundaries or limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbowed",1,1,1 ], "not bowed or bent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbowed",1,1,2 ], "free or unconquered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbrace",1,1,1 ], "to remove tension or strain from; relax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbrace",1,1,2 ], "to remove a brace or braces from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbred",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for ill-bred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbred",1,1,2 ], "not taught or instructed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbred",1,1,3 ], "not born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbridle",1,1,1 ], "to remove the bridle from (a horse)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbridle",1,1,2 ], "to remove all controls or restraints from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbridled",1,1,1 ], "with all restraints removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbridled",1,1,2 ], "(of a horse, etc|) wearing no bridle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbroken",1,1,1 ], "complete or whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbroken",1,1,2 ], "continuous or incessant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbroken",1,1,3 ], "undaunted in spirit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbroken",1,1,4 ], "(of animals, esp| horses) not tamed; wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbroken",1,1,5 ], "not disturbed or upset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbroken",1,1,6 ], "(of a record, esp| at sport) not improved upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbroken",1,1,7 ], "(of a contract, law, etc|) not broken or infringed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbutton",1,1,1 ], "to undo by unfastening (the buttons) of (a garment)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unbutton",1,1,2 ], "to release or relax (oneself, tension, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unb|",1,1,1 ], "unbound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncaged",1,1,1 ], "at liberty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncalled-for",1,1,1 ], "unnecessary or unwarranted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncanny",1,1,1 ], "characterized by apparently supernatural wonder, horror, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncanny",1,1,2 ], "beyond what is normal or expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncap",1,1,1 ], "to remove a cap or top from (a container)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncap",1,1,2 ], "to remove a cap from (the head)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncared-for",1,1,1 ], "not cared for; neglected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncaused",1,1,1 ], "not brought into existence by any cause; spontaneous or natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unceasing",1,1,1 ], "not ceasing or ending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unceremonious",1,1,1 ], "without ceremony; informal, abrupt, rude, or undignified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,1 ], "not able to be accurately known or predicted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,2 ], "(when postpositive, often foll| by of) not sure or confident (about)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,3 ], "not precisely determined, established, or decided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,4 ], "not to be depended upon; unreliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,5 ], "liable to variation; changeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,6 ], "in no uncertain terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,6,1 ], "unambiguously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertain",1,1,6,2 ], "forcefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertainty principle",1,1,1 ], "accurately measured simultaneously| The product of their uncertainties is always greater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uncertainty principle",1,1,1 ], "than or equal to h/4r, where h is the Planck constant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uncertainty principle",1,1,1 ], "the principle that energy and time or position and momentum, cannot both be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertainty",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncertainty",1,1,2 ], "an uncertain matter, contingency, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchain",1,1,1 ], "to remove a chain or chains from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchain",1,1,2 ], "to set at liberty; make free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchancy",1,1,1 ], "unlucky or dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncharged",1,1,1 ], "(of land or other property) not subject to a charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncharged",1,1,2 ], "having no electric charge; neutral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncharged",1,1,3 ], "(of a firearm) not loaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncharted",1,1,1 ], "(of a physical or nonphysical region or area) not yet mapped, surveyed, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncharted",1,1,1 ], "investigated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unchartered",1,1,1 ], "not authorized by charter; unregulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchartered",1,1,2 ], "unauthorized, lawless, or irregular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchristian",1,1,1 ], "not in accordance with the principles or ethics of Christianity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchristian",1,1,2 ], "non-Christian or pagan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchurch",1,1,1 ], "to excommunicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unchurch",1,1,2 ], "to remove church status from (a building)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncial",1,1,1 ], "characterized by much greater curvature and inclination and general inequality of height" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uncial",1,1,1 ], "manuscripts of the third to ninth centuries, that resemble modern capitals, but are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uncial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or written in majuscule letters, as used in Greek and Latin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncial",1,1,2 ], "pertaining to an inch or an ounce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncial",1,1,3 ], "pertaining to the duodecimal system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncial",1,2,1 ], "an uncial letter or manuscript" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unciform",1,1,1 ], "having the shape of a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unciform",1,2,1 ], "any hook-shaped structure or part, esp| a small bone of the wrist (unciform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unciform",1,2,1 ], "bone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uncinariasis",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being infested with hookworms; hookworm disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncinate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncinate",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or possessing uncini" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncinus",1,1,1 ], "a small hooked structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncircumcised",1,1,1 ], "not circumcised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncircumcised",1,1,2 ], "not Jewish; gentile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncircumcised",1,1,3 ], "not purified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncircumcision",1,1,1 ], "the state of being uncircumcised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncivil",1,1,1 ], "lacking civility or good manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncivil",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for uncivilized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncivilized",1,1,1 ], "(of a tribe or people) not yet civilized, esp| preliterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncivilized",1,1,2 ], "lacking culture or sophistication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclad",1,1,1 ], "having no clothes on; naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclasp",1,1,1 ], "to unfasten the clasp of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclasp",1,1,2 ], "to release one's grip (upon an object)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclassified",1,1,1 ], "not arranged in any specific order or grouping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclassified",1,1,2 ], "(of information) not possessing a security classification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclassified",1,1,3 ], "(of football results) not arranged in any special order or in divisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncle",1,1,1 ], "a brother of one's father or mother" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncle",1,1,2 ], "the husband of one's aunt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncle",1,1,3 ], "a term of address sometimes used by children for a male friend of their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncle",1,1,3 ], "parents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uncle",1,1,4 ], "a pawnbroker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclean",1,1,1 ], "lacking moral, spiritual, ritual, or physical cleanliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncleanly",1,1,1 ], "in an unclean manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncleanly",2,1,1 ], "characterized by an absence of cleanliness; unclean" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclear",1,1,1 ], "not clear or definite; ambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclog",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove an obstruction from (a drain, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclose",1,1,1 ], "to open or cause to open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclose",1,1,2 ], "to come or bring to light; reveal or be revealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclothe",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to take off garments from; strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unclothe",1,1,2 ], "to uncover or lay bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncoil",1,1,1 ], "to unwind or become unwound; untwist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncoined",1,1,1 ], "(of a metal) not made into coin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncomfortable",1,1,1 ], "not comfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncomfortable",1,1,2 ], "feeling or causing discomfort or unease; disquieting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommercial",1,1,1 ], "not concerned with commerce or trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommercial",1,1,2 ], "not in accordance with the aims or principles of business or trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommitted",1,1,1 ], "not bound or pledged to a specific opinion, course of action, or cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommon",1,1,1 ], "outside or beyond normal experience, conditions, etc|; unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommon",1,1,2 ], "in excess of what is normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommon",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for uncommonly ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommonly",1,1,1 ], "in an uncommon or unusual manner or degree; rarely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommonly",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncommunicative",1,1,1 ], "disinclined to talk or give information or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncompromising",1,1,1 ], "not prepared to give ground or to compromise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconcern",1,1,1 ], "apathy or indifference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconcerned",1,1,1 ], "lacking in concern or involvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconcerned",1,1,2 ], "not worried; untroubled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconditional",1,1,1 ], "without conditions or limitations; total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconditional",1,1,2 ], "(of an equality) true for all values of the variable: (x+1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconditional",1,1,3 ], "x is an unconditional equality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconditioned response",1,1,1 ], "a reflex action elicited by a stimulus without the intervention of any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconditioned response",1,1,1 ], "learning process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unconditioned",1,1,1 ], "characterizing a response that represents an innate reflex or instinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconditioned",1,1,2 ], "unrestricted by conditions; infinite; absolute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconditioned",1,1,3 ], "without limitations; unconditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconformable",1,1,1 ], "not conformable or conforming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconformable",1,1,2 ], "(of rock strata) consisting of a series of recent strata resting on different," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconformable",1,1,2 ], "much older rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unconformity",1,1,1 ], "lack of conformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconformity",1,1,2 ], "folded rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unconformity",1,1,2 ], "the junction between recently deposited stratified rocks and much older or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconnected",1,1,1 ], "not linked; separate or independent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconnected",1,1,2 ], "disconnected or incoherent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconscionable",1,1,1 ], "unscrupulous or unprincipled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconscionable",1,1,2 ], "immoderate or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconscious",1,1,1 ], "lacking normal sensory awareness of the environment; insensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconscious",1,1,2 ], "not aware of one's actions, behaviour, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconscious",1,1,3 ], "characterized by lack of awareness or intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconscious",1,1,4 ], "coming from or produced by the unconscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconscious",1,2,1 ], "are not available for direct examination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unconscious",1,2,1 ], "the part of the mind containing instincts, impulses, images, and ideas that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconsidered",1,1,1 ], "not considered; disregarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconsidered",1,1,2 ], "done without consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconstitutional",1,1,1 ], "at variance with or not permitted by a constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncontrollable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being controlled or managed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unconventional",1,1,1 ], "not conforming to accepted rules or standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncoordinated",1,1,1 ], "lacking order, system, or organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncoordinated",1,1,2 ], "(of a person, action, etc|) lacking muscular or emotional coordination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncork",1,1,1 ], "to draw the cork from (a bottle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncork",1,1,2 ], "to release or unleash (emotions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncounted",1,1,1 ], "unable to be counted; innumerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncounted",1,1,2 ], "not counted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncouple",1,1,1 ], "to disconnect or unfasten or become disconnected or unfastened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncouple",1,2,1 ], "to set loose; release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncouth",1,1,1 ], "lacking in good manners, refinement, or grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncovenanted",1,1,1 ], "not guaranteed or promised by a covenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncovenanted",1,1,2 ], "not in accordance with or sanctioned by a covenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncover",1,1,1 ], "to remove the cover, cap, top, etc|, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncover",1,2,1 ], "to reveal or disclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncover",1,2,2 ], "to take off (one's head covering), esp| as a mark of respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncovered",1,1,1 ], "not covered; revealed or bare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncovered",1,1,2 ], "not protected by insurance, security, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncrowned",1,1,1 ], "having the power of royalty without the title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncrowned",1,1,2 ], "not having yet assumed the crown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncrowned",1,1,3 ], "uncrowned king or queen| a man or woman of high status among a certain group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unction",1,1,1 ], "and Eastern Churches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unction",1,1,2 ], "holy orders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unction",1,1,2 ], "the act of anointing with oil in sacramental ceremonies, in the conferring of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unction",1,1,3 ], "excessive suavity or affected charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unction",1,1,4 ], "an ointment or unguent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unction",1,1,5 ], "anything soothing or comforting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unctuous",1,1,1 ], "slippery or greasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unctuous",1,1,2 ], "affecting an oily charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncurl",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move out of a curled or rolled up position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncus",1,1,1 ], "a hooked part or process, as in the human cerebrum|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncut",1,1,1 ], "(of a book) not having the edges of its pages trimmed or slit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncut",1,1,2 ], "(of a gemstone) not cut and faceted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uncut",1,1,3 ], "not abridged or shortened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undamped",1,1,1 ], "(of an oscillating system) having unrestricted motion; not damped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undamped",1,1,2 ], "not repressed, discouraged, or subdued; undiminished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undaunted",1,1,1 ], "not put off, discouraged, or beaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undecagon",1,1,1 ], "a polygon having eleven sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undeceive",1,1,1 ], "to reveal the truth to (someone previously misled or deceived) enlighten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undecided",1,1,1 ], "not having made up one's mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undecided",1,1,2 ], "(of an issue, problem, etc|) not agreed or decided upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undemonstrative",1,1,1 ], "tending not to show the feelings; of a reserved nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undeniable",1,1,1 ], "unquestionably or obviously true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undeniable",1,1,2 ], "of unquestionable excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undeniable",1,1,3 ], "unable to be resisted or denied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under way",1,1,1 ], "in progress; in operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under way",1,1,2 ], "in motion in the direction headed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,1 ], "directly below; on, to, or beneath the underside or base of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,10 ], "during the period that the sun is in (a sign of the zodiac)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,2 ], "less than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,3 ], "lower in rank than" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,4 ], "subject to the supervision, jurisdiction, control, or influence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,5 ], "subject to (conditions); in (certain circumstances)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,6 ], "within a classification of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,7 ], "known by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,8 ], "planted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,1,9 ], "powered by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,2,1 ], "below; to a position underneath something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under",1,2,2 ], "one degree under| Informal| off colour; ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under-",1,1,1 ], "below or beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under-",1,1,2 ], "of lesser importance or lower rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under-",1,1,3 ], "to a lesser degree than is proper; insufficient or insufficiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under-",1,1,4 ], "indicating secrecy or deception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "under-the-counter",1,1,1 ], "done or sold illicitly and secretly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underachieve",1,1,1 ], "to fail to achieve an expected result" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underact",1,1,1 ], "to play (a role) without adequate emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underage",1,1,1 ], "below the required or standard age, esp| below the legal age for voting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underage",1,1,1 ], "drinking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underarm",1,1,1 ], "(of a measurement) extending along the arm from wrist to armpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underarm",1,1,2 ], "of or denoting a style of throwing, bowling, or serving in which the hand is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underarm",1,1,2 ], "swung below shoulder level" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underarm",1,1,3 ], "below the arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underarm",1,2,1 ], "in an underarm style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbelly",1,1,1 ], "the part of an animal's belly nearest to the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbelly",1,1,2 ], "a vulnerable or unprotected part, aspect, or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbid",1,1,1 ], "to submit a bid lower than that of (others)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbid",1,1,2 ], "to submit an excessively low bid for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbid",1,1,3 ], "to make a bid that will win fewer tricks than expected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbody",1,1,1 ], "the underpart of a body, as of an animal or motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbred",1,1,1 ], "of impure stock; not thoroughbred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbred",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for ill-bred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbrush",1,1,1 ], "undergrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbuy",1,1,1 ], "to buy (stock in trade) in amounts lower than required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbuy",1,2,1 ], "to buy at a price below that paid by (others)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underbuy",1,3,1 ], "to pay a price less than the true value for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercapitalize",1,1,1 ], "insufficient for efficient operation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undercapitalize",1,1,1 ], "to provide or issue capital for (a commercial enterprise) in an amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercarriage",1,1,1 ], "aircraft on the ground and enables it to take off and land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undercarriage",1,1,1 ], "the assembly of wheels, shock absorbers, struts, etc|, that supports an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercarriage",1,1,2 ], "the framework that supports the body of a vehicle, carriage, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercart",1,1,1 ], "another name for undercarriage ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercharge",1,1,1 ], "to charge too little for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercharge",1,2,1 ], "to load (a gun, cannon, etc|,) with an inadequate charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercharge",1,3,1 ], "an insufficient charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underclay",1,1,1 ], "a grey or whitish clay rock containing fossilized plant roots and occurring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underclay",1,1,1 ], "beneath coal seams| When used as a refractory, it is known as fireclay" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underclothes",1,1,1 ], "a variant of underwear|Also: underclothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercoat",1,1,1 ], "a coat of paint or other substance applied before the top coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercoat",1,1,2 ], "a coat worn under an overcoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercoat",1,1,3 ], "another name for underfur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercoat",1,1,4 ], "the U|S| name for underseal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercoat",1,2,1 ], "to apply an undercoat to (a surface)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercool",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for supercool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercover",1,1,1 ], "done or acting in secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercroft",1,1,1 ], "an underground chamber, such as a church crypt, often with a vaulted ceiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercurrent",1,1,1 ], "a current that is not apparent at the surface or lies beneath another current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercurrent",1,1,2 ], "an opinion, emotion, etc|, lying beneath apparent feeling or meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,1,1 ], "to charge less than (a competitor) in order to obtain trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,1,2 ], "to cut away the under part of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,1,3 ], "to hit (a ball) in such a way as to impart backspin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of cutting underneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,2,2 ], "a part that is cut away underneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,2,3 ], "a tenderloin of beef, including the fillet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,2,4 ], "a notch cut in a tree trunk, to ensure a clean break in felling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undercut",1,2,5 ], "a stroke that imparts backspin to the ball|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdevelop",1,1,1 ], "time, or at too low a temperature, or in an exhausted solution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underdevelop",1,1,1 ], "to process (a film, plate, or paper) in developer for less than the required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdeveloped",1,1,1 ], "immature or undersized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdeveloped",1,1,2 ], "organization necessary to advance are lacking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underdeveloped",1,1,2 ], "relating to societies in which both the surplus capital and the social" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdeveloped",1,1,3 ], "(of a film, plate, or print) processed in developer for less than the required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdeveloped",1,1,3 ], "time, thus lacking in contrast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underdog",1,1,1 ], "the losing competitor in a fight or contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdog",1,1,2 ], "a person in adversity or a position of inferiority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdone",1,1,1 ], "insufficiently or lightly cooked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdrain",1,1,1 ], "a drain buried below agricultural land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdrain",1,2,1 ], "to bury such drains below (agricultural land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underdressed",1,1,1 ], "occasion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underdressed",1,1,1 ], "wearing clothes that are not elaborate or formal enough for a particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underemployed",1,1,1 ], "not fully or adequately employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underestimate",1,2,1 ], "to make too low an estimate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underestimate",1,2,2 ], "to think insufficiently highly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underestimate",1,3,1 ], "too low an estimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underexpose",1,1,1 ], "insufficient light so as not to produce the required effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underexpose",1,1,1 ], "to expose (a film, plate, or paper) for too short a period or with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underexpose",1,1,2 ], "to fail to subject to appropriate or expected publicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underexposure",1,1,1,1 ], "inadequate exposure to light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underexposure",1,1,1,2 ], "an underexposed negative, print, or transparency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underexposure",1,1,2 ], "insufficient attention or publicity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfeed",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to give too little food to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfeed",1,1,2 ], "to supply (a furnace, engine, etc|) with fuel from beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfeed",1,2,1 ], "an apparatus by which fuel, etc|, is supplied from below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfelt",1,1,1 ], "resilience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underfelt",1,1,1 ], "thick felt laid between floorboards and carpet to increase insulation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfloor",1,1,1 ], "situated beneath the floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underflow",1,1,1 ], "another word for undercurrent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfoot",1,1,1 ], "underneath the feet; on the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfoot",1,1,2 ], "in a position of subjugation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underfur",1,1,1 ], "mammals, such as the otter and seal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underfur",1,1,1 ], "the layer of dense soft fur occurring beneath the outer coarser fur in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergarment",1,1,1 ], "any garment worn under the visible outer clothes, usually next to the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergird",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to strengthen or reinforce by passing a rope, cable, or chain around the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergird",1,1,1 ], "underside of (an object, load, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underglaze",1,1,1 ], "applied to pottery or porcelain before the application of glaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underglaze",1,2,1 ], "a pigment, etc|, applied in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergo",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to experience, endure, or sustain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergraduate",1,1,1 ], "a person studying in a university for a first degree| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergraduate",1,1,1 ], "undergrad" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underground railroad",1,1,1 ], "(in the pre-Civil War U|S|) the system established by abolitionists to aid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground railroad",1,1,1 ], "escaping slaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,2,1 ], "occurring, situated, used, or going below ground level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,2,2 ], "secret; hidden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,1 ], "a space or region below ground level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,1,1 ], "a movement dedicated to overthrowing a government or occupation forces, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,1,1 ], "the European countries occupied by the German army in World War II" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,2 ], "(often preceded by the) an electric passenger railway operated in underground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,2 ], "tunnels| U|S| equivalent: subway" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,3 ], "(usually preceded by the)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,3,1 ], "any avant-garde, experimental, or subversive movement in popular art, films," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,3,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,3,2 ], "a movement in pop music towards improvisation and experimentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underground",1,3,3,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergrown",1,1,1 ], "not having the expected height" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergrown",1,1,2 ], "having undergrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergrowth",1,1,1 ], "forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undergrowth",1,1,1 ], "small trees, bushes, ferns, etc|, growing beneath taller trees in a wood or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergrowth",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being undergrown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undergrowth",1,1,3 ], "a growth of short fine hairs beneath longer ones; underfur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underhand",1,1,1 ], "clandestine, deceptive, or secretive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underhand",1,1,2 ], "another word for underarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underhand",1,2,1 ], "in an underhand manner or style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underhanded",1,1,1 ], "another word for underhand or short-handed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underhung",1,1,1 ], "(of the lower jaw) projecting beyond the upper jaw; undershot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underhung",1,1,2 ], "(of a sliding door, etc|) supported at its lower edge by a track or rail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlaid",1,1,1 ], "laid underneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlaid",1,1,2 ], "having an underlay or supporting layer underneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlaid",1,2,1 ], "the past tense of underlay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to place (something) under or beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,1,2 ], "to support by something laid beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,1,3 ], "(a block) up to type height by adding material, such as paper, to the appropriate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,1,3 ], "areas beneath it" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,1,3 ], "to achieve the correct printing pressure all over (a forme block) or to bring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,2,1 ], "a layer, lining, support, etc|, laid underneath something else" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,2,2 ], "material, such as paper, used to underlay a forme or block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,2,3 ], "felt, rubber, etc|, laid beneath a carpet to increase insulation and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlay",1,2,3 ], "resilience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underlet",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to let for a price lower than expected or justified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlet",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for sublet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlie",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to lie or be placed under or beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlie",1,1,2 ], "to be the foundation, cause, or basis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlie",1,1,3 ], "to take priority over (another claim, liability, mortgage, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlie",1,1,4 ], "to be the root or stem from which (a word) is derived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underline",1,2,1 ], "to put a line under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underline",1,2,2 ], "to state forcibly; emphasize or reinforce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underline",1,3,1 ], "a line underneath, esp| under written matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlinen",1,1,1 ], "underclothes, esp| when made of linen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underling",1,1,1 ], "a subordinate or lackey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlying",1,1,1 ], "concealed but detectable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlying",1,1,2 ], "fundamental; basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlying",1,1,3 ], "lying under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underlying",1,1,4 ], "(of a claim, liability, etc|) taking precedence prior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undermentioned",1,1,1 ], "mentioned below or subsequently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undermine",1,1,1 ], "(of the sea, wind, etc|) to wear away the bottom or base of (land, cliffs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undermine",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undermine",1,1,2 ], "to weaken gradually or insidiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undermine",1,1,3 ], "to tunnel or dig beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undermost",1,1,1 ], "being the furthest under; lowest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undermost",1,2,1 ], "in the lowest place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underneath",1,2,1 ], "under; beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underneath",1,3,1 ], "lower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underneath",1,4,1 ], "a lower part, surface, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undernourish",1,1,1 ], "to deprive of or fail to provide nutrients essential for health and growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpainting",1,1,1 ], "and shade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underpainting",1,1,1 ], "the first layer in a painting, indicating the design and main areas of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpants",1,1,1 ], "a man's undergarment covering the body from the waist or hips to the top of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpants",1,1,1 ], "the thighs or knees| Often shortened to pants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underpass",1,1,1 ], "a section of a road that passes under another road, railway line, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpass",1,1,2 ], "another word for subway ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpay",1,1,1 ], "to pay (someone) insufficiently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpin",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to support from beneath, esp| by a prop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpin",1,1,2 ], "to give corroboration, strength, or support to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpinning",1,1,1 ], "a structure, of masonry, concrete, etc|, placed beneath a wall to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpinning",1,1,1 ], "support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underpinnings",1,1,1 ], "any supporting structure or system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underpitch vault",1,1,1 ], "a vault that is intersected by one or more vaults of lower pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underplay",1,1,1 ], "to play (a role) with restraint or subtlety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underplay",1,1,2 ], "to achieve (an effect) by deliberate lack of emphasis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underplay",1,2,1 ], "to lead or follow suit with a lower card when holding a higher one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underplot",1,1,1 ], "a subsidiary plot in a literary or dramatic work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underplot",1,1,2 ], "an undercover plot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underprice",1,1,1 ], "to price (an article for sale) at too low a level or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underprivileged",1,1,1 ], "lacking the rights and advantages of other members of society; deprived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underproduction",1,1,1 ], "production below full capacity or below demand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underproof",1,1,1 ], "(of a spirit) containing less than 57|1 per cent alcohol by volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underprop",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to prop up from beneath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underquote",1,1,1 ], "market price" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underquote",1,1,1 ], "to offer for sale (securities, goods, or services) at a price lower than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underquote",1,2,1 ], "to quote a price lower than that quoted by (another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underrate",1,1,1 ], "to underestimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underscore",1,2,1 ], "to draw or score a line or mark under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underscore",1,2,2 ], "to stress or reinforce" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underscore",1,3,1 ], "a line drawn under written matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersea",1,2,1 ], "below the surface of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underseal",1,1,1 ], "a coating of a tar or rubber-based material applied to the underside of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underseal",1,1,1 ], "motor vehicle to retard corrosion| U|S| name: undercoat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underseal",1,2,1 ], "to apply a coating of underseal to (a motor vehicle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersecretary",1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersecretary",1,1,1,1 ], "any of various senior civil servants in certain government departments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersecretary",1,1,1,2 ], "only to the minister in charge of a department" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undersecretary",1,1,1,2 ], "short for undersecretary of state: any of various high officials subordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersecretary",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a high government official subordinate only to the secretary in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersecretary",1,1,2 ], "charge of a department" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undersell",1,1,1 ], "to sell for less than the usual or expected price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersell",1,2,1 ], "to sell at a price lower than that of (another seller)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersell",1,3,1 ], "to advertise (merchandise) with moderation or restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersexed",1,1,1 ], "having weaker sex urges or responses than is considered normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersheriff",1,1,1 ], "a deputy sheriff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undershirt",1,1,1 ], "an undergarment worn under a blouse or shirt| Brit| name: vest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undershoot",1,1,1 ], "(of a pilot) to cause (an aircraft) to land short of (a runway) or (of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undershoot",1,1,1 ], "aircraft) to land in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undershoot",1,1,2 ], "to shoot a projectile so that it falls short of (a target)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undershorts",1,1,1 ], "another word for shorts (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undershot",1,1,1 ], "(of the lower jaw) projecting beyond the upper jaw; underhung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undershot",1,1,2 ], "(of a water wheel) driven by a flow of water that passes under the wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undershot",1,1,2 ], "rather than over it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undershrub",1,1,1 ], "another name for subshrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underside",1,1,1 ], "the bottom or lower surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersigned",1,1,1 ], "statement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undersigned",1,1,1 ], "the| the person or persons who have signed at the foot of a document," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersigned",1,2,1 ], "having signed one's name at the foot of a document, statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersigned",1,2,2 ], "(of a document) signed at the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersigned",1,2,3 ], "signed at the foot of a document" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersized",1,1,1 ], "of less than usual size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underskirt",1,1,1 ], "any skirtlike garment worn under a skirt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underslung",1,1,1 ], "suspended below a supporting member, esp| (of a motor vehicle chassis)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underslung",1,1,1 ], "suspended below the axles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underslung",1,1,2 ], "having a low centre of gravity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undersoil",1,1,1 ], "another word for subsoil (sense 1a)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understand",1,1,1 ], "to know and comprehend the nature or meaning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understand",1,1,2 ], "to realize or grasp (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understand",1,2,1 ], "to assume, infer, or believe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understand",1,3,1 ], "to know how to translate or read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understand",1,3,2 ], "to accept as a condition or proviso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understand",1,4,1 ], "to be sympathetic to or compatible with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understanding",1,1,1 ], "the ability to learn, judge, make decisions, etc|; intelligence or sense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understanding",1,1,2 ], "personal opinion or interpretation of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understanding",1,1,3 ], "a mutual agreement or compact, esp| an informal or private one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understanding",1,1,4 ], "an unofficial engagement to be married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understanding",1,1,5 ], "on the understanding that| with the condition that; providing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understanding",1,2,1 ], "sympathetic, tolerant, or wise towards people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understanding",1,2,2 ], "possessing judgment and intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understate",1,1,1 ], "to state (something) in restrained terms, often to obtain an ironic effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understate",1,1,2 ], "to state that (something, such as a number) is less than it is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understood",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of understand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understood",1,2,1 ], "implied or inferred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understood",1,2,2 ], "taken for granted; assumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "understrapper",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for underling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertake",1,1,1 ], "to contract to or commit oneself to (something) or (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertake",1,2,1 ], "to attempt to; agree to start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertake",1,3,1 ], "to take (someone) in charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertake",1,4,1 ], "to make oneself responsible (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertake",1,5,1 ], "to promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertaker",1,1,1 ], "a person whose profession is the preparation of the dead for burial or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertaker",1,1,1 ], "cremation and the management of funerals; funeral director" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undertaking",1,1,1 ], "something undertaken; task, venture, or enterprise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertaking",1,1,2 ], "an agreement to do something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertaking",1,1,3 ], "the business of an undertaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underthrust",1,1,1 ], "a reverse fault in which the rocks on the lower surface of a fault plane have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underthrust",1,1,1 ], "moved under the relatively static rocks on the upper surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undertint",1,1,1 ], "a slight, subdued, or delicate tint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertone",1,1,1 ], "a quiet or hushed tone of voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertone",1,1,2 ], "an underlying tone or suggestion in words or actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertone",1,1,3 ], "a pale or subdued colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertook",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of undertake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertow",1,1,1 ], "the seaward undercurrent following the breaking of a wave on the beach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertow",1,1,2 ], "any strong undercurrent flowing in a different direction from the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertow",1,1,2 ], "current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undertrick",1,1,1 ], "a trick by which a declarer falls short of making his contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undertrump",1,1,1 ], "played" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undertrump",1,1,1 ], "to play a lower trump on a trick to which a higher trump has already been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undervalue",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to value at too low a level or price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undervest",1,1,1 ], "another name for vest (sense 1)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwater",1,1,1 ], "being, occurring, or going under the surface of the water, esp| the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwater",1,1,2 ], "below the water line of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwater",1,2,1 ], "beneath the surface of the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwear",1,1,1 ], "clothing worn under the outer garments, usually next to the skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underweight",1,1,1 ], "weighing less than is average, expected, or healthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwent",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of undergo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwing",1,1,1 ], "the hind wing of an insect, esp| when covered by the forewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwing",1,1,2 ], "any of various noctuid moths, such as Catocala nupta , in which the forewings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwing",1,1,2 ], "are dull and the hind wings brightly coloured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underwood",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for undergrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underworld",1,1,1,1 ], "criminals and their associates considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underworld",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underworld",1,1,2 ], "Hades" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underworld",1,1,2 ], "the regions below the earth's surface regarded as the abode of the dead;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underworld",1,1,3 ], "the antipodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,1 ], "(tr|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,2 ], "issue of shares, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,2 ], "to undertake to purchase at an agreed price any unsold portion of (a public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,3 ], "to accept financial responsibility for (a commercial project or enterprise)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,3,1 ], "losses occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,3,1 ], "to sign and issue (an insurance policy) thus accepting liability if specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,3,2 ], "to insure (a property or risk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,3,3 ], "to accept liability up to (a specified amount) in an insurance policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,4 ], "to write (words, a signature, etc|) beneath (other written matter); subscribe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,5 ], "signature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "underwrite",1,1,5 ], "to support or concur with (a decision, statement, etc|) by or as if by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwriter",1,1,1 ], "a person or enterprise that underwrites public issues of shares, bonds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwriter",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or enterprise that underwrites insurance policies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwriter",1,1,1,2 ], "an employee or agent of an insurance company who assesses risks and determines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "underwriter",1,1,1,2 ], "the premiums payable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undescended",1,1,1 ], "(of the testes) remaining in the abdominal cavity rather than descending to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undescended",1,1,1 ], "lie in the scrotum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undesigned",1,1,1 ], "(of an action) unintentional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undesigned",1,1,2 ], "not yet designed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undesigning",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) frank straightforward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undesirable",1,1,1 ], "not desirable or pleasant; objectionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undetermined",1,1,1 ], "not yet resolved; undecided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undetermined",1,1,2 ], "not known or discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undid",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of undo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undies",1,1,1 ], "women's underwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undine",1,1,1 ], "any of various female water spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undirected",1,1,1 ], "lacking a clear purpose or objective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undirected",1,1,2 ], "(of a letter, parcel, etc|) having no address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undistinguished",1,1,1 ], "not particularly good or bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undistinguished",1,1,2 ], "without distinction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undistinguished",1,1,3 ], "indistinguishable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undistributed",1,1,1 ], "(of a term) referring only to some members of the class designated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undistributed",1,1,1 ], "term, as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "undistributed",1,1,2 ], "doctors in some doctors are overworked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undo",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to untie, unwrap, or open or become untied, unwrapped, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undo",1,1,2 ], "to reverse the effects of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undo",1,1,3 ], "to cause the downfall of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undo",1,1,4 ], "to explain or solve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undoing",1,1,1 ], "ruin; downfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undoing",1,1,2 ], "the cause of downfall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undone",1,1,1 ], "not done or completed; unfinished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undone",2,1,1 ], "ruined; destroyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undone",2,1,2 ], "unfastened; untied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undoubted",1,1,1 ], "beyond doubt; certain or indisputable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,1,1 ], "('n!dr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,1,2 ], "to take off clothes from (oneself or another)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,2,1 ], "to strip of ornamentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,3,1 ], "to remove the dressing from (a wound)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,4,1 ], "('n!dr$es)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,4,2 ], "partial or complete nakedness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,4,3 ], "informal or normal working clothes or uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undress",1,5,1 ], "characterized by or requiring informal or normal working dress or uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undressed",1,1,1 ], "partially or completely naked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undressed",1,1,2 ], "(of an animal hide) not fully processed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undressed",1,1,3 ], "(of food, esp| salad) not prepared with sauce or dressing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undue",1,1,1 ], "excessive or unwarranted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undue",1,1,2 ], "unjust, improper, or illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undue",1,1,3 ], "(of a debt, bond, etc|) not yet payable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulant fever",1,1,1 ], "another name for brucellosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulant",1,1,1 ], "resembling waves; undulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulate",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move in waves or as if in waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulate",1,1,2 ], "to have or provide with a wavy form or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulate",1,2,1 ], "having a wavy or rippled appearance, margin, or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of undulating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulation",1,1,2 ], "any wave or wavelike form, line, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulatory",1,1,1 ], "caused by or characterized by waves or undulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undulatory",1,1,2 ], "having a wavelike motion or form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unduly",1,1,1 ], "immoderately; excessively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unduly",1,1,2 ], "in contradiction of moral or legal standards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "undying",1,1,1 ], "unending; eternal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearned income",1,1,1 ], "dividends" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unearned income",1,1,1 ], "income from property, investment, etc|, comprising rent, interest, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearned increment",1,1,1 ], "a rise in the market value of landed property resulting from general economic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearned increment",1,1,1 ], "factors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unearned",1,1,1 ], "not deserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearned",1,1,2 ], "not yet earned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearth",1,1,1 ], "to dig up out of the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearth",1,1,2 ], "to reveal or discover, esp| by exhaustive searching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearthly",1,1,1 ], "ghostly; eerie; weird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearthly",1,1,2 ], "heavenly; sublime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unearthly",1,1,3 ], "ridiculous or unreasonable (esp| in the phrase unearthly hour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneasy",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) anxious; apprehensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneasy",1,1,2 ], "(of a condition) precarious; uncomfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneasy",1,1,3 ], "(of a thought, etc|) disturbing; disquieting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneconomic",1,1,1 ], "not economic; not profitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployable",1,1,1 ], "unable or unfit to keep a job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployed",1,1,1,1 ], "without remunerative employment; out of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployed",1,1,1,2 ], "the unemployed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployed",1,1,2 ], "not being used; idle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployment benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a regular payment to a person who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployment benefit",1,1,1 ], "is out of work and has paid a fixed number of insurance contributions|Informal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unemployment benefit",1,1,1 ], "term: dole" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "unemployment compensation",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) payment by a governmental agency to unemployed people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployment",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being unemployed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unemployment",1,1,2 ], "force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unemployment",1,1,2 ], "the number of unemployed workers, often as a percentage of the total labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequal",1,1,1 ], "not equal in quantity, size, rank, value, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequal",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by to) inadequate; insufficient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequal",1,1,3 ], "not evenly balanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequal",1,1,4 ], "(of character, quality, etc|) irregular; varying; inconsistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequal",1,1,5 ], "(of a contest, etc|) having competitors of different ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequal",1,1,6 ], "unjust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequalled",1,1,1 ], "un_e_qualed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequalled",1,2,1 ], "not equalled; unparalleled or unrivalled; supreme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unequivocal",1,1,1 ], "not ambiguous; plain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unerring",1,1,1 ], "not missing the mark or target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unerring",1,1,2 ], "consistently accurate; certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unessential",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for inessential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unessential",1,2,1 ], "something that is not essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneven",1,1,1 ], "(of a surface, etc|) not level or flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneven",1,1,2 ], "spasmodic or variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneven",1,1,3 ], "not parallel, straight, or horizontal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneven",1,1,4 ], "not fairly matched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneven",1,1,5 ], "not equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneven",1,1,6 ], "unjust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uneventful",1,1,1 ], "ordinary, routine, or quiet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexampled",1,1,1 ], "without precedent or parallel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexceptionable",1,1,1 ], "beyond criticism or objection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexceptional",1,1,1 ], "usual, ordinary, or normal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexceptional",1,1,2 ], "subject to or allowing no exceptions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexceptional",1,1,3 ], "another word for unexceptionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexpected",1,1,1 ], "surprising or unforeseen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexperienced",1,1,1 ], "(of a situation, sensation, fact, etc|) not having been undergone or known by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexperienced",1,1,1 ], "experience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unexperienced",1,1,2 ], "inexperienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexpressed",1,1,1 ], "not expressed or said" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unexpressed",1,1,2 ], "understood without being expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfailing",1,1,1 ], "not failing; unflagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfailing",1,1,2 ], "continuous or unceasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfailing",1,1,3 ], "sure; certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfair",1,1,1 ], "characterized by inequality or injustice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfair",1,1,2 ], "dishonest or unethical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfaithful",1,1,1 ], "not true to a promise, vow, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfaithful",1,1,2 ], "not true to a wife, husband, lover, etc|, esp| in having sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfaithful",1,1,2 ], "with someone else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unfaithful",1,1,3 ], "inaccurate; inexact; unreliable; untrustworthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfaithful",1,1,4 ], "not having religious faith; infidel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfaithful",1,1,5 ], "not upright; dishonest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfamiliar",1,1,1 ], "not known or experienced; strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfamiliar",1,2,1 ], "not familiar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfasten",1,1,1 ], "to undo, untie, or open or become undone, untied, or opened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfathered",1,1,1 ], "having no known father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfathered",1,1,2 ], "of unknown or uncertain origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfathered",1,1,3 ], "fatherless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfathomable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being fathomed; immeasurable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfathomable",1,1,2 ], "incomprehensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfavourable",1,1,1 ], "not favourable; adverse or inauspicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfeeling",1,1,1 ], "without sympathy; callous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfeeling",1,1,2 ], "without physical feeling or sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfetter",1,1,1 ], "to release from fetters, bonds, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfetter",1,1,2 ], "to release from restraint or inhibition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfinished",1,1,1 ], "incomplete or imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfinished",1,1,2 ], "(of paint, polish, varnish, etc|) without an applied finish; rough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfinished",1,1,3 ], "(of fabric) unbleached or not processed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfinished",1,1,4 ], "(of fabric) with a short nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfix",1,1,1 ], "to unfasten, detach, or loosen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfix",1,1,2 ], "to unsettle or disturb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unflappable",1,1,1 ], "hard to upset; imperturbable; calm; composed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfledged",1,1,1 ], "(of a young bird) not having developed adult feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfledged",1,1,2 ], "immature and undeveloped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unflinching",1,1,1 ], "not shrinking from danger, difficulty, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfold",1,1,1 ], "to open or spread out or be opened or spread out from a folded state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfold",1,1,2 ], "to reveal or be revealed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfold",1,1,3 ], "to develop or expand or be developed or expanded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unforgettable",1,1,1 ], "impossible to forget; highly memorable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unformed",1,1,1 ], "shapeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unformed",1,1,2 ], "immature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfortunate",1,1,1 ], "causing or attended by misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfortunate",1,1,2 ], "unlucky, unsuccessful, or unhappy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfortunate",1,1,3 ], "regrettable or unsuitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfortunate",1,2,1 ], "an unlucky person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfounded",1,1,1 ], "(of ideas, allegations, etc|) baseless; groundless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfounded",1,1,2 ], "not yet founded or established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfreeze",1,1,1 ], "to thaw or cause to thaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfreeze",1,2,1 ], "manufacture or sale of (goods, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unfreeze",1,2,1 ], "to relax governmental restrictions on (wages, prices, credit, etc|) or on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfriended",1,1,1 ], "without a friend or friends;friendless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfriendly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfriendly",1,1,2 ], "not friendly; hostile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfriendly",1,1,3 ], "unfavourable or disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfriendly",1,2,1 ], "in an unfriendly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfrock",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a person in holy orders) of ecclesiastical status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfruitful",1,1,1 ], "barren, unproductive, or unprofitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfruitful",1,1,2 ], "failing to produce or develop into fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfunded debt",1,1,1 ], "a short-term floating debt not represented by bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unfurl",1,1,1 ], "a furled state" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unfurl",1,1,1 ], "to unroll, unfold, or spread out or be unrolled, unfolded, or spread out from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungainly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungainly",1,1,2 ], "lacking grace when moving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungainly",1,1,3 ], "difficult to move or use; unwieldy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungainly",1,1,4 ], "crude or coarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungainly",1,2,1 ], "clumsily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungodly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungodly",1,1,1,1 ], "wicked, sinful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungodly",1,1,1,2 ], "the ungodly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungodly",1,1,2 ], "unseemly; outrageous (esp| in the phrase an ungodly hour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungotten",1,1,1 ], "not obtained or won" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungovernable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be disciplined, restrained, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungrateful",1,1,1 ], "not grateful or thankful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungrateful",1,1,2 ], "unrewarding or unpleasant; thankless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungrateful",1,1,3 ], "(of land) failing to increase fertility in response to cultivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungrudging",1,1,1 ], "liberal; unstinted; willing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungual",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting the fingernails or toenails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungual",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to an unguis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguarded",1,1,1 ], "unprotected; vulnerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguarded",1,1,2 ], "guileless; open; frank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguarded",1,1,3 ], "incautious or careless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguent",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for an ointment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguiculate",1,1,1 ], "(of mammals) having claws or nails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguiculate",1,1,2 ], "(of petals) having a clawlike base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguiculate",1,2,1 ], "an unguiculate mammal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguinous",1,1,1 ], "fatty; greasy; oily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguis",1,1,1 ], "a nail, claw, or hoof, or the part of the digit giving rise to it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unguis",1,1,2 ], "the clawlike base of certain petals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungula",1,1,1 ], "a truncated cone, cylinder, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungula",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for hoof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungulate",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of mammals all of which have hooves: divided into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ungulate",1,1,1 ], "odd-toed ungulates (see perissodactyl) and even-toed ungulates (see artiodactyl)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unguligrade",1,1,1 ], "(of horses, etc|) walking on hooves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhair",1,1,1 ], "to remove the hair from (a hide)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhallow",1,1,1 ], "to desecrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhallowed",1,1,1 ], "not consecrated or holy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhallowed",1,1,2 ], "sinful or profane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhand",1,1,1 ], "to release from the grasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhappy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhappy",1,1,2 ], "not joyful; sad or depressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhappy",1,1,3 ], "unfortunate or wretched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhappy",1,1,4 ], "tactless or inappropriate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhappy",1,1,5 ], "unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unharness",1,1,1 ], "to remove the harness from (a horse, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unharness",1,1,2 ], "to remove the armour from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhealthy",1,1,1 ], "healthier, healthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhealthy",1,1,2 ], "characterized by ill-health; sick; unwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhealthy",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of, conducive to, or resulting from ill-health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhealthy",1,1,4 ], "morbid or unwholesome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhealthy",1,1,5 ], "dangerous; risky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unheard",1,1,1 ], "not heard; not perceived by the ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unheard",1,1,2 ], "not listened to or granted a hearing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unheard",1,1,3 ], "unheard-of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unheard-of",1,1,1 ], "previously unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unheard-of",1,1,2 ], "without precedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unheard-of",1,1,3 ], "highly offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhelm",1,1,1 ], "to remove the helmet of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhesitating",1,1,1 ], "steadfast; unwavering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhesitating",1,1,2 ], "without hesitation; prompt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhinge",1,1,1 ], "to remove (a door, etc|) from its hinges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhinge",1,1,2 ], "to derange or unbalance (a person, his mind, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhinge",1,1,3 ], "to disrupt or unsettle (a process or state of affairs)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhinge",1,1,4 ], "(usually foll| by from) to detach or dislodge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unholy",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unholy",1,1,2 ], "not holy or sacred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unholy",1,1,3 ], "immoral or depraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unholy",1,1,4 ], "outrageous or unnatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhook",1,1,1 ], "to remove (something) from a hook" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhook",1,2,1 ], "to unfasten the hook of (a dress, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhook",1,3,1 ], "to become unfastened or be capable of unfastening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhoped-for",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of something pleasant) not anticipated unexpected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhorse",1,1,1 ], "to knock or throw from a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhorse",1,1,2 ], "to overthrow or dislodge, as from a powerful position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhorse",1,1,3 ], "to unharness horses from (a carriage, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhouseled",1,1,1 ], "not having received the Eucharist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unhurried",1,1,1 ], "leisurely or deliberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uni",1,1,1 ], "short for university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uni-",1,1,1 ], "consisting of, relating to, or having only one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniaxial",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plants) having an unbranched main axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniaxial",1,1,2 ], "(of a crystal) having only one direction along which double refraction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniaxial",1,1,2 ], "light does not occur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unicameral",1,1,1 ], "of or characterized by a single legislative chamber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unicellular",1,1,1 ], "(of organisms, such as protozoans and certain algae) consisting of a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unicellular",1,1,1 ], "cell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unicolour",1,1,1 ], "of one colour; monochromatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unicorn",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary creature usually depicted as a white horse with one long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unicorn",1,1,1 ], "spiralled horn growing from its forehead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unicorn",1,1,2 ], "(Deuteronomy 33:17): mistranslation in the Authorized Version of the original Hebrew" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unicorn",1,1,2 ], "a two-horned animal, thought to be either the rhinoceros or the aurochs:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unicostate",1,1,1 ], "having only one rib or riblike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unicycle",1,1,1 ], "a one-wheeled vehicle driven by pedals, esp| one used in a circus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unidirectional",1,1,1 ], "having, moving in, or operating in only one direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unific",1,1,1 ], "unifying; uniting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unified field theory",1,1,1 ], "any theory capable of describing in one set of equations the properties of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unified field theory",1,1,1 ], "gravitational fields, electromagnetic fields, and strong and weak nuclear interactions| No" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unified field theory",1,1,1 ], "satisfactory theory has yet been found" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "unifilar",1,1,1 ], "composed of, having, or using only one wire, thread, filament, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unifoliate",1,1,1 ], "having a single leaf or leaflike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unifoliolate",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound leaf) having only one leaflet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,1,1 ], "a prescribed identifying set of clothes for the members of an organization," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,1,1 ], "such as soldiers or schoolchildren" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,1,2 ], "a single set of such clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,1,3 ], "a characteristic feature or fashion of some class or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,2,1 ], "unchanging in form, quality, quantity, etc|; regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,2,2 ], "identical; alike or like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,3,1 ], "to fit out (a body of soldiers, etc|) with uniforms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniform",1,3,2 ], "to make uniform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniformitarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to uniformitarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniformitarian",1,1,2 ], "of, characterized by, or conforming to uniformity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniformitarian",1,2,1 ], "a supporter of a theory of uniformity or of uniformitarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniformitarianism",1,1,1 ], "occurred in the past and were responsible for changes in the structure of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uniformitarianism",1,1,1 ], "the concept that geological processes, such as earthquakes and erosion, also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniformity",1,1,1 ], "a state or condition in which everything is regular, homogeneous, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniformity",1,1,1 ], "unvarying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uniformity",1,1,2 ], "lack of diversity or variation, esp| to the point of boredom or monotomy;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniformity",1,1,2 ], "sameness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unify",1,1,1 ], "to make or become one; unite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unijugate",1,1,1 ], "(of a compound leaf) having only one pair of leaflets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilateral",1,1,1 ], "of, having, affecting, or occurring on only one side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilateral",1,1,2 ], "involving or performed by only one party of several" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilateral",1,1,3 ], "(of contracts, obligations, etc|) made by, affecting, or binding one party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilateral",1,1,3 ], "only and not involving the other party in reciprocal obligations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unilateral",1,1,4 ], "having or designating parts situated or turned to one side of an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilateral",1,1,5 ], "relating to or tracing the line of descent through ancestors of one sex only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilateral",1,1,6 ], "denoting an (l) sound produced on one side of the tongue only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilingual",1,1,1 ], "of or having only one language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniliteral",1,1,1 ], "consisting of one letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilocular",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a plant ovary or anther) having or consisting of a single chamber or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unilocular",1,1,1 ], "cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unimpeachable",1,1,1 ], "unquestionable as to honesty, truth, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unimproved",1,1,1 ], "not improved or made better" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unimproved",1,1,2 ], "(of land) not cleared, drained, cultivated, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unimproved",1,1,3 ], "neglected; unused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unincorporated",1,1,1 ], "lacking corporate status" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unincorporated",1,1,2 ], "not unified or included" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uninspired",1,1,1 ], "dull or ordinary; unimaginative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unintelligent",1,1,1 ], "lacking intelligence; stupid; foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unintelligent",1,1,2 ], "not endowed with a mind or intelligence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uninterested",1,1,1 ], "indifferent; unconcerned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uninterested",1,1,2 ], "having no personal stake or interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union card",1,1,1 ], "a membership card for a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union catalogue",1,1,1 ], "a catalogue listing every publication held at cooperating libraries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union shop",1,1,1 ], "an establishment whose employment policy is governed by a contract between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union shop",1,1,1 ], "condition that such labour joins the union within a specified time period" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "union shop",1,1,1 ], "employer and a trade union permitting the employment of nonunion labour only on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "union territory",1,1,1 ], "Indian Republic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "union territory",1,1,1 ], "one of the 9 administrative territories that, with 21 states, make up the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,1 ], "such an act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being united, the act of uniting, or a conjunction formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,10 ], "a piece of cloth or fabric consisting of two different kinds of yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,11 ], "of or related to a union, esp| a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,2 ], "an association, alliance, or confederation of individuals or groups for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,2 ], "common purpose, esp| political" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,3 ], "agreement or harmony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,4 ], "short for trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,5 ], "the act or state of marriage or sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,6 ], "a device on a flag representing union, such as another flag depicted in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,6 ], "top left corner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,7 ], "a device for coupling or linking parts, such as pipes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,7,1 ], "an association of students at a university or college formed to look after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,7,1 ], "students' interests, provide facilities for recreation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,7,2 ], "the building or buildings housing the facilities of such an organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,8 ], "a set containing all members of two given sets| Symbol: U, as in AUB" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,9 ], "(in 19th-century England)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,9,1 ], "a number of parishes united for the administration of poor relief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "union",1,1,9,2 ], "a workhouse supported by such a combination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionism",1,1,1 ], "the principles of trade unions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionism",1,1,2 ], "adherence to the principles of trade unions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionism",1,1,3 ], "the principle or theory of any union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionist",1,1,1 ], "a supporter or advocate of unionism or union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionist",1,1,2 ], "a member of a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionist",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to union or unionism, esp| trade unionism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionize",1,1,1 ], "to organize (workers) into a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionize",1,1,2 ], "to join or cause to join a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unionize",1,2,1 ], "to subject to the rules or codes of a trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniparous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals) producing a single offspring at each birth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniparous",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman) having borne only one child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniparous",1,1,3 ], "(of a cyme) giving rise to only one branch from each flowering stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipersonal",1,1,1 ], "existing in the form of only one person or being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipersonal",1,1,2 ], "(of a verb) existing or used in only one person; for example, rain is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipersonal",1,1,2 ], "only in the third person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uniplanar",1,1,1 ], "situated in one plane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipod",1,1,1 ], "a one-legged support, as for a camera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipolar",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or having a single magnetic or electric pole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipolar",1,1,2 ], "(of a nerve cell) having a single process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipolar",1,1,3 ], "(of a transistor) utilizing charge carriers of one polarity only, as in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unipolar",1,1,3 ], "field-effect transistor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uniramous",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the appendages of crustaceans) consisting of a single branch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniramous",1,1,1 ], "undivided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uniseptate",1,1,1 ], "having only one partition or septum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uniserial",1,1,1 ], "adj| in or relating to a single series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unisex",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to clothing, a hair style, etc|, that can be worn by either" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unisex",1,1,1 ], "sex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unisexual",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to one sex only" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unisexual",1,1,2 ], "(of some organisms) having either male or female reproductive organs but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unisexual",1,1,2 ], "both" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unison",1,1,1,1 ], "the interval between two notes of identical pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unison",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier played or sung at the same pitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unison",1,1,2 ], "complete agreement; harmony (esp| in the phrase in unison)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit cell",1,1,1 ], "particular crystal lattice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit cell",1,1,1 ], "the smallest group of atoms, ions, or molecules that is characteristic of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit character",1,1,1 ], "a character inherited as a single unit and dependent on a single gene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit factor",1,1,1 ], "the gene responsible for the inheritance of a unit character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit magnetic pole",1,1,1 ], "distant from it, in a vacuum, with a force of 1 dyne" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit magnetic pole",1,1,1 ], "the strength of a magnetic pole that will repel a similar pole 1 centimetre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit of account",1,1,1 ], "U|S|): money of account" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "unit of account",1,1,1 ], "a monetary denomination used for keeping accounts, making comparisons, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit of account",1,1,1 ], "and not necessarily corresponding to any actual currency denomination| Also (esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit price",1,1,1 ], "a price for foodstuffs, etc|, stated or shown as the cost per unit, as per" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit price",1,1,1 ], "pound, per kilogram, per dozen, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit process",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of standard operations, such as filtration or distillation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit process",1,1,1 ], "that are widely used in various chemical industries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit trust",1,1,1 ], "an investment trust that issues units for public sale, the holders of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit trust",1,1,1 ], "are creditors and not shareholders with their interests represented by a trust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit trust",1,1,1 ], "company independent of the issuing agency" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,1 ], "a single undivided entity or whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,2 ], "any group or individual, esp| when regarded as a basic element of a larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,2 ], "whole" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,3 ], "a mechanical part or integrated assembly of parts that performs a subsidiary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,3 ], "function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,4 ], "a complete system, apparatus, or establishment that performs a specific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,4 ], "function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,4,1 ], "a subdivision of a larger military formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,4,2 ], "an autonomous vehicle or piece of military equipment, such as a warship, tank," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,4,2 ], "lorry, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,5 ], "a standard amount of a physical quantity, such as length, mass, energy, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,5 ], "specified multiples of which are used to express magnitudes of that physical quantity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,6 ], "the amount of a drug, vaccine, etc|, needed to produce a particular effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,7 ], "the decimal point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,7 ], "the digit or position immediately to the left of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unit",1,1,8 ], "having or relating to a value of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitarian",1,1,1 ], "a supporter of unity or centralization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitarian",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to unity or centralization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitarian",1,2,2 ], "another word for unitary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitarianism",1,1,1 ], "any unitary system, esp| of government" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitary matrix",1,1,1 ], "a square matrix that is the inverse of its Hermitian conjugate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitary",1,1,1 ], "of a unit or units" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitary",1,1,2 ], "based on or characterized by unity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitary",1,1,3 ], "individual; whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitary",1,1,4 ], "held by the central government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unitary",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to a system of government in which all governing authority is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",1,1,1 ], "to make or become an integrated whole or a unity; combine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",1,1,2 ], "to join, unify or be unified in purpose, action, beliefs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",1,1,3 ], "to enter or cause to enter into an association or alliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",1,1,4 ], "to adhere or cause to adhere; fuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",1,2,1 ], "to possess or display (qualities) in combination or at the same time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",1,2,2 ], "to join or become joined in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",2,1,1 ], "an English gold coin minted in the Stuart period, originally worth 20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unite",2,1,1 ], "shillings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "united",1,1,1 ], "or amalgamation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "united",1,1,1 ], "produced by two or more persons or things in combination or from their union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "united",1,1,2 ], "in agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "united",1,1,3 ], "in association or alliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitive",1,1,1 ], "tending to unite or capable of uniting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unitive",1,1,2 ], "characterized by unity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity of interest",1,1,1 ], "the equal interest in property held by joint tenants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being one; oneness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,2 ], "the act, state, or quality of forming a whole from separate parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,3 ], "something whole or complete that is composed of separate parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,4 ], "mutual agreement; harmony or concord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,5 ], "uniformity or constancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,5,1 ], "the number or numeral one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,5,2 ], "a quantity assuming the value of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,5,3 ], "the element of a set producing no change in a number following multiplication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,6 ], "overall design or purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,6 ], "the arrangement of the elements in a work of art in accordance with a single" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,7 ], "(unity of time)" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,7 ], "Aristotle's Poetics by which the action of a play should be limited to a single plot (unity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,7 ], "any one of the three principles of dramatic structure deriving from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unity",1,1,7 ], "of action), a single location (unity of place), and the events of a single day" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "univalent",1,1,1 ], "(of a chromosome during meiosis) not paired with its homologue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "univalent",1,1,2 ], "another word for monovalent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "univalve",1,1,1 ], "relating to, designating, or possessing a mollusc shell that consists of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "univalve",1,1,1 ], "single piece (valve)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "univalve",1,2,1 ], "a gastropod mollusc or its shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal class",1,1,1 ], "(in Boolean algebra) the class containing all points and including all other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal class",1,1,1 ], "classes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal donor",1,1,1 ], "a person who has blood of group O and whose blood may be safely transfused to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal donor",1,1,1 ], "persons with most other blood types" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal joint",1,1,1 ], "a form of coupling between two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal joint",1,1,1 ], "all directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal motor",1,1,1 ], "alternating current at approximately the same speed and output" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal motor",1,1,1 ], "an electric motor capable of working on either direct current or spingle-phase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal time",1,1,1 ], "another name for Greenwich Mean Time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or typical of the whole of mankind or of nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,10 ], "all men are wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,12 ], "entire; whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,2 ], "common to, involving, or proceeding from all in a particular group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,3 ], "applicable to or affecting many individuals, conditions, or cases; general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,4 ], "existing or prevailing everywhere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,5 ], "applicable or occurring throughout or relating to the universe; cosmic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,6 ], "(esp| of a language) capable of being used and understood by all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,7 ], "embracing or versed in many fields of knowledge, activity, interest, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,8 ], "designed or adapted for a range of sizes, fittings, or uses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,9 ], "(of a proposition) affirming or denying something about every member of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,1,9 ], "class of objects, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,1,1 ], "a general term or concept or the type such a term signifies; a Platonic idea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,1,1 ], "or Aristotelian form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,1,2 ], "a metaphysical entity that remains constant throughout a series of changes or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,1,2 ], "changing relations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,2 ], "a universal proposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,3 ], "a characteristic common to every member of a particular culture or to every" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,3 ], "human being" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universal",1,2,4 ], "short for universal joint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universalism",1,1,1 ], "a universal feature or characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universalism",1,1,2 ], "another word for universality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who has a wide range of interests, knowledge, activities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universalist",1,2,1 ], "characterized by universality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universality",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being universal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universalize",1,1,1 ], "to make universal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universally",1,1,1 ], "everywhere or in every case; without exception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universe of discourse",1,1,1 ], "that are expressed, assumed, or implied in a discussion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "universe of discourse",1,1,1 ], "the complete range of objects, events, attributes, relations, ideas, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universe",1,1,1 ], "the aggregate of all existing matter, energy, and space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universe",1,1,2 ], "human beings collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universe",1,1,3 ], "a province or sphere of thought or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "universe",1,1,4 ], "another word for population (sense 7)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "university",1,1,1 ], "an institution of higher education having authority to award bachelors' and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "university",1,1,1 ], "higher degrees, usually having research facilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "university",1,1,2 ], "the buildings, members, staff, or campus of a university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "univocal",1,1,1 ], "unambiguous or unmistakable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "univocal",1,2,1 ], "a word or term that has only one meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "univ|",1,1,1 ], "universal(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "univ|",1,1,2 ], "university" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unjust",1,1,1 ], "not in accordance with accepted standards of fairness or justice; unfair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkempt",1,1,1 ], "(of the hair) uncombed; dishevelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkempt",1,1,2 ], "ungroomed; slovenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkempt",1,1,3 ], "crude or coarse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkenned",1,1,1 ], "dialect| unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkind",1,1,1 ], "lacking kindness; unsympathetic or cruel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkind",1,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkind",1,1,2,1 ], "(of weather)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkind",1,1,3 ], "unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unkind",1,1,3,2 ], "(of soil) hard to cultivate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknit",1,1,1 ], "to make or become undone, untied, or unravelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknit",1,2,1 ], "to loosen, weaken, or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknit",1,3,1 ], "to smooth out (a wrinkled brow)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknowable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being known or understood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknowable",1,1,1,1 ], "beyond human understanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknowable",1,1,1,2 ], "the unknowable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknowing",1,1,1 ], "not knowing; ignorant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknowing",1,2,1 ], "without knowledge or unaware (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknown",1,1,1 ], "not known, understood, or recognized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknown",1,1,2 ], "not established, identified, or discovered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknown",1,1,3 ], "not famous; undistinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknown",1,2,1 ], "an unknown person, quantity, or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknown",1,2,2 ], "a variable whose values are solutions of a conditional equation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknown",1,2,3 ], "unknown quantity| a person or thing whose action, effect, etc|, is unknown or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unknown",1,2,3 ], "unpredictable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unlace",1,1,1 ], "to loosen or undo the lacing of (shoes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlace",1,1,2 ], "to unfasten or remove garments, etc|, of (oneself or another) by or as if by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlace",1,1,2 ], "undoing lacing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unlade",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for unload" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlash",1,1,1 ], "to untie or unfasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlatch",1,1,1 ], "latch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unlatch",1,1,1 ], "to open or unfasten or come open or unfastened by the lifting or release of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlawful assembly",1,1,1 ], "a meeting of three or more people with the intent of carrying out any unlawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlawful assembly",1,1,1 ], "purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unlawful",1,1,1 ], "illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlawful",1,1,2 ], "illicit; immoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlawful",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for illegitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to untwist (a rope or cable) to separate its strands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlead",1,1,1 ], "to strip off lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlead",1,1,2 ], "to remove the leads or spaces from between (lines of type)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unleaded",1,1,1 ], "not covered or weighted with lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unleaded",1,1,2 ], "(of lines of type, etc|) not spaced or separated with leads solid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlearn",1,1,1 ], "to try to forget (something learnt) or to discard (accumulated knowledge)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlearned",1,1,1 ], "ignorant or untaught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlearnt",1,1,1 ], "known without being consciously learnt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlearnt",1,1,2 ], "not learnt or taken notice of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unleash",1,1,1 ], "to release from or as if from a leash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unleash",1,1,2 ], "to free from restraint or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unleavened",1,1,1 ], "(of bread, biscuits, etc|) made from a dough containing no yeast or leavening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unless",1,1,1 ], "except under the circumstances that; except on the condition that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unless",1,2,1 ], "except" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlettered",1,1,1 ], "uneducated; illiterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlettered",1,1,2 ], "not marked with letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlicensed",1,1,1 ], "having no licence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlicensed",1,1,2 ], "without permission; unauthorized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlicensed",1,1,3 ], "unrestrained or lawless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlike",1,1,1 ], "not alike; dissimilar or unequal; different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlike",1,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlike",1,1,3 ], "unlikely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlike",1,2,1 ], "not like; not typical of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlikely",1,1,1 ], "not likely; improbable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlimber",1,1,1 ], "to disengage (a gun) from its limber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlimber",1,1,2 ], "to prepare (something) for use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlimited",1,1,1 ], "without limits or bounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlimited",1,1,2 ], "not restricted, limited, or qualified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlimited",1,1,2,1 ], "(of liability)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlimited",1,1,3 ], "business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unlimited",1,1,3 ], "not restricted to any unpaid portion of nominal capital invested in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlimited",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a business enterprise) having owners with such unlimited liability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlisted",1,1,1 ], "not entered on a list" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlisted",1,1,2 ], "(of a telephone number or telephone subscriber) not listed in a telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlisted",1,1,2 ], "directory|Brit| term ex-directory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unlisted",1,1,3 ], "(of securities) not quoted on a stock exchange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlive",1,1,1 ], "to live so as to nullify, undo, or live down (past events or times)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unload",1,1,1 ], "to remove a load or cargo from (a ship, lorry, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unload",1,1,2 ], "to discharge (cargo, freight, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unload",1,2,1 ], "to relieve of a burden or troubles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unload",1,3,1 ], "to give vent to (anxiety, troubles, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unload",1,4,1 ], "to get rid of or dispose of, esp| surplus goods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unload",1,5,1 ], "to remove the charge of ammunition from (a firearm)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlock",1,1,1 ], "to unfasten (a lock, door, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlock",1,2,1 ], "to open, release, or let loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlock",1,3,1 ], "to disclose or provide the key to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlock",1,4,1 ], "to become unlocked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlooked-for",1,1,1 ], "unexpected; unforeseen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unloose",1,1,1 ], "to set free; release" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unloose",1,1,2 ], "to loosen or relax (a hold, grip, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unloose",1,1,3 ], "to unfasten or untie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlovely",1,1,1 ], "unpleasant in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlovely",1,1,2 ], "unpleasant in character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlucky",1,1,1 ], "characterized by misfortune or failure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlucky",1,1,2 ], "ill-omened; inauspicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlucky",1,1,3 ], "regrettable; disappointing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unlucky",1,1,4 ], "causing trouble; mischievous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmade",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of unmake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmade",1,2,1 ], "not yet made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmade",1,2,2 ], "existing without having been made or created" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmade",1,2,3 ], "another word for unmanned ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmake",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to undo or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmake",1,1,2 ], "to depose from office, rank, or authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmake",1,1,3 ], "to alter the nature of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unman",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to cause to lose courage or nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unman",1,1,2 ], "to make effeminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unman",1,1,3 ], "to remove the men from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unman",1,1,4 ], "to deprive of human qualities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmanly",1,1,1 ], "not masculine or virile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmanly",1,1,2 ], "ignoble, cowardly, or dishonourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmanly",1,2,1 ], "in an unmanly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmanned",1,1,1 ], "lacking personnel or crew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmanned",1,1,2 ], "(of aircraft, spacecraft, etc|) operated by automatic or remote control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmanned",1,1,3 ], "uninhabited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmanned",1,1,4 ], "(of a hawk or falcon) not yet trained to accept humans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmannered",1,1,1 ], "without good manners; coarse; rude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmannered",1,1,2 ], "not affected; without mannerisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmannerly",1,1,1 ], "lacking manners; discourteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmannerly",1,2,1 ], "rudely; discourteously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmarked",1,1,1 ], "not carrying a mark or marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmarked",1,1,2 ], "not noticed or observed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmask",1,1,1 ], "to remove (the mask or disguise) from (someone or oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmask",1,1,2 ], "to appear or cause to appear in true character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmask",1,2,1 ], "of camouflage, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unmask",1,2,1 ], "to make evident the presence of (weapons), either by firing or by the removal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmeaning",1,1,1 ], "having no meaning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmeaning",1,1,2 ], "showing no intelligence; vacant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmeant",1,1,1 ], "unintentional; accidental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmeasured",1,1,1 ], "measureless; limitless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmeasured",1,1,2 ], "unrestrained; unlimited or lavish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmeasured",1,1,3 ], "without bar lines and hence without a fixed pulse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmeet",1,1,1 ], "not meet; unsuitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmentionable",1,1,1,1 ], "unsuitable or forbidden as a topic of conversation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmentionable",1,1,1,2 ], "the unmentionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmentionables",1,1,1 ], "underwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmerciful",1,1,1 ], "showing no mercy; relentless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmerciful",1,1,2 ], "extreme or excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmindful",1,1,1 ], "careless, heedless, or forgetful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmistakable",1,1,1 ], "not mistakable; clear, obvious, or unambiguous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmitigated",1,1,1 ], "not diminished in intensity, severity, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmitigated",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmoor",1,1,1 ], "to weigh the anchor or drop the mooring of (a vessel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmoor",1,2,1 ], "to reduce the mooring of (a vessel) to one anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmoral",1,1,1 ], "outside morality; amoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmurmuring",1,1,1 ], "not complaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmusical",1,1,1 ], "not musical or harmonious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmusical",1,1,2 ], "not talented in or appreciative of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmuzzle",1,1,1 ], "to take the muzzle off (a dog, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unmuzzle",1,1,2 ], "to free from control or censorship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnamed",1,1,1 ], "having no name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnamed",1,1,2 ], "not mentioned by name" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnatural",1,1,1 ], "contrary to nature; abnormal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnatural",1,1,2 ], "not in accordance with accepted standards of behaviour or right and wrong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnatural",1,1,3 ], "uncanny; supernatural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnatural",1,1,4 ], "affected or forced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnatural",1,1,5 ], "inhuman or monstrous; wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnatural",1,1,6 ], "illegitimate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnecessary",1,1,1 ], "not necessary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnerve",1,1,1 ], "to cause to lose courage, strength, confidence, self-control, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnumbered",1,1,1 ], "countless; innumerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unnumbered",1,1,2 ], "not counted or assigned a number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unoccupied",1,1,1 ], "(of a building) without occupants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unoccupied",1,1,2 ], "unemployed or idle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unoccupied",1,1,3 ], "(of an area or country) not overrun by foreign troops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unofficial",1,1,1 ], "not official or formal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unofficial",1,1,2 ], "not confirmed officially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unofficial",1,1,3 ], "(of a strike) not approved by the strikers' trade union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unofficial",1,1,4 ], "(of a medicinal drug) not listed in a pharmacopoeia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unorganized",1,1,1 ], "not arranged into an organized system, structure, or unity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unorganized",1,1,2 ], "(of workers) not unionized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unorganized",1,1,3 ], "nonliving; inorganic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unorthodox",1,1,1 ], "not conventional in belief, behaviour, custom, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpack",1,1,1 ], "to remove the packed contents of (a case, trunk, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpack",1,2,1 ], "to take (something) out of a packed container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpack",1,3,1 ], "to remove a pack from; unload" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpaged",1,1,1 ], "(of a book) having no page numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpaid",1,1,1 ], "(of a bill, debt, etc|) not yet paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpaid",1,1,2 ], "working without pay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpaid",1,1,3 ], "having wages outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unparalleled",1,1,1 ], "unmatched; unequalled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unparliamentary",1,1,1 ], "not consistent with parliamentary procedure or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpeg",1,1,1 ], "to remove the peg or pegs from, esp| to unfasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpeg",1,1,2 ], "to allow (prices, wages, etc|) to rise and fall freely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpeople",1,1,1 ], "to empty of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unperforated",1,1,1 ], "(of a stamp) not provided with perforations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unperson",1,1,1 ], "a person whose existence is officially denied or ignored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpick",1,1,1 ], "to undo (the stitches) of (a piece of sewing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpick",1,1,2 ], "to unravel or undo (a garment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpick",1,1,3 ], "to open (a door, lock, etc|) by picking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpin",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove a pin or pins from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpin",1,1,2 ], "to unfasten by removing pins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unplaced",1,1,1 ], "not given or put in a particular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unplaced",1,1,2 ], "not in the first three (sometimes four) runners in a race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpleasant",1,1,1 ], "not pleasant or agreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpleasantness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being unpleasant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpleasantness",1,1,2 ], "an unpleasant event, situation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpleasantness",1,1,3 ], "a disagreement or quarrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unplug",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to disconnect (an electrical appliance) by taking the plug out of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unplug",1,1,1 ], "socket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unplug",1,1,2 ], "to remove a plug or obstruction from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unplumbed",1,1,1 ], "unfathomed; unsounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unplumbed",1,1,2 ], "not understood in depth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unplumbed",1,1,3 ], "(of a building) having no plumbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpolitic",1,1,1 ], "another word for impolitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpolled",1,1,1 ], "not included in an opinion poll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpolled",1,1,2 ], "not having voted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpolled",1,1,3 ], "not registered for an election" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpolled",1,1,4 ], "uncut or unshorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpopular",1,1,1 ], "not popular with an individual or group of people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpractical",1,1,1 ], "another word for impractical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpractised",1,1,1 ], "without skill, training, or experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpractised",1,1,2 ], "not used or done often or repeatedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpractised",1,1,3 ], "not yet tested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprecedented",1,1,1 ], "having no precedent; unparalleled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpredictable",1,1,1 ], "not capable of being predicted; changeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprejudiced",1,1,1 ], "not prejudiced or biased; impartial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpremeditated",1,1,1 ], "not planned beforehand; spontaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprepared",1,1,1 ], "having made inadequate preparations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprepared",1,1,2 ], "not made ready or prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprepared",1,1,3 ], "done without preparation; extemporaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpriced",1,1,1 ], "having no fixed or marked price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unpriced",1,1,2 ], "beyond price; priceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprincipled",1,1,1 ], "lacking moral principles; unscrupulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprincipled",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprincipled",1,1,3 ], "not versed in the principles of (a subject)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprintable",1,1,1 ], "unsuitable for printing for reasons of obscenity, libel, bad taste, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unproductive",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) not productive of (anything)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unproductive",1,1,2 ], "not producing goods and services with exchange value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprofessional",1,1,1 ], "contrary to the accepted code of conduct of a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprofessional",1,1,2 ], "amateur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprofessional",1,1,3 ], "not belonging to or having the required qualifications for a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprofitable",1,1,1 ], "not making a profit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprofitable",1,1,2 ], "not fruitful or beneficial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprovided",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by with) not provided or supplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprovided",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by for) not prepared or ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unprovided",1,1,3 ], "unprovided for| without income or means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unqualified",1,1,1 ], "lacking the necessary qualifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unqualified",1,1,2 ], "not restricted or modified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unqualified",1,1,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquestionable",1,1,1 ], "indubitable or indisputable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquestionable",1,1,2 ], "not admitting of exception or qualification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquestioned",1,1,1 ], "accepted without question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquestioned",1,1,2 ], "not admitting of doubt or question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquestioned",1,1,3 ], "not questioned or interrogated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquestioned",1,1,4 ], "not examined or investigated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquiet",1,1,1 ], "characterized by disorder, unrest, or tumult" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquiet",1,1,2 ], "anxious; uneasy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquiet",1,1,3 ], "noisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquiet",1,2,1 ], "a state of unrest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquote",1,1,1 ], "an expression used parenthetically to indicate that the preceding quotation is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unquote",1,1,1 ], "finished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unquote",1,2,1 ], "to close (a quotation), esp| in printing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unravel",1,1,1 ], "to reduce (something knitted or woven) to separate strands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unravel",1,2,1 ], "to undo or untangle (something tangled or knotted)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unravel",1,3,1 ], "to explain or solve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unravel",1,4,1 ], "to become unravelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unread",1,1,1 ], "(of a book, newspaper, etc|) not yet read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unread",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) having read little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unread",1,2,1 ], "not versed (in a specified field)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreadable",1,1,1 ], "illegible; undecipherable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreadable",1,1,2 ], "difficult or tedious to read" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unready",1,1,1 ], "not ready or prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unready",1,1,2 ], "slow or hesitant to see or act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unready",1,1,3 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unready",1,1,4 ], "not dressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreal",1,1,1 ], "imaginary or fanciful or seemingly so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreal",1,1,2 ], "having no actual existence or substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreal",1,1,3 ], "insincere or artificial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreality",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being unreal, fanciful, or impractical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreality",1,1,2 ], "something that is unreal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreason",1,1,1 ], "irrationality or madness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreason",1,1,2 ], "something that lacks or is contrary to reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreason",1,1,3 ], "lack of order; chaos" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreason",1,2,1 ], "to deprive of reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreasonable behaviour",1,1,1 ], "conduct by a spouse sufficient to cause the irretrievable breakdown of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreasonable behaviour",1,1,1 ], "marriage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unreasonable",1,1,1 ], "immoderate; excessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreasonable",1,1,2 ], "refusing to listen to reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreasonable",1,1,3 ], "lacking reason or judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreasoning",1,1,1 ], "not controlled by reason; irrational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreckonable",1,1,1 ], "incalculable; unlimited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreconstructed",1,1,1 ], "Southerners who refused to accept the Reconstruction after the Civil War" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unreconstructed",1,1,1 ], "unwilling to accept social and economic change, as exemplified by those White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreeve",1,1,1 ], "to withdraw (a rope) from a block, thimble, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrefined",1,1,1 ], "(of substances such as petroleum, ores, and sugar) not processed into a pure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrefined",1,1,1 ], "or usable form" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unrefined",1,1,2 ], "coarse in manners or language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreflected",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by on or upon) not considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreflected",1,1,2 ], "(of light, particles, etc|, incident on a surface) not reflected, absorbed, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreflected",1,1,2 ], "transmitted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unreflective",1,1,1 ], "not reflective or thoughtful; rash; unthinking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unregenerate",1,1,1 ], "unrepentant; unreformed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unregenerate",1,1,2 ], "obstinately adhering to one's own views" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unregenerate",1,2,1 ], "an unregenerate person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrelenting",1,1,1 ], "refusing to relent or take pity; relentless; merciless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrelenting",1,1,2 ], "not diminishing in determination, speed, effort, force, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreligious",1,1,1 ], "another word for irreligious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreligious",1,1,2 ], "secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unremitting",1,1,1 ], "never slackening or stopping; unceasing; constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrepair",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for disrepair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrequited",1,1,1 ], "(of love, affection, etc|) not reciprocated or returned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreserved",1,1,1 ], "without reserve; having an open manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreserved",1,1,2 ], "without reservation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unreserved",1,1,3 ], "not booked or bookable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrest",1,1,1 ], "a troubled or rebellious state of discontent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrest",1,1,2 ], "an uneasy or troubled state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrestrained",1,1,1 ], "not restrained or checked; free or natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unriddle",1,1,1 ], "to solve or puzzle out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrifled",1,1,1 ], "(of a firearm or its bore) not rifled smoothbore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrig",1,1,1 ], "to strip (a vessel) of standing and running rigging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrig",1,1,2 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrig",1,1,3 ], "to undress (someone or oneself)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrighteous",1,1,1,1 ], "sinful; wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrighteous",1,1,1,2 ], "the unrighteous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrighteous",1,1,2 ], "not fair or right; unjust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrip",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to rip open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrip",1,1,2 ], "to reveal; disclose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unripe",1,1,1 ], "not fully matured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unripe",1,1,2 ], "not fully prepared or developed; not ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unripe",1,1,3 ], "premature or untimely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrivalled",1,1,1 ], "having no equal; matchless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unroll",1,1,1 ], "rolled, etc|) to become opened out or unwound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unroll",1,1,1 ], "to open out or unwind (something rolled, folded, or coiled) or (of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unroll",1,1,2 ], "to make or become visible or apparent, esp| gradually; unfold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unroot",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for uproot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unrounded",1,1,1 ], "articulated with the lips spread; not rounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unruffled",1,1,1 ], "unmoved; calm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unruffled",1,1,2 ], "still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unruly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unruly",1,1,2 ], "disposed to disobedience or indiscipline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsaddle",1,1,1 ], "to remove the saddle from (a horse, mule, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsaddle",1,2,1 ], "to unhorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsaid",1,1,1 ], "not said or expressed; unspoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsaturated",1,1,1 ], "not saturated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsaturated",1,1,2 ], "(of a chemical compound, esp| an organic compound) containing one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsaturated",1,1,2 ], "double or triple bonds and thus capable of undergoing addition reactions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unsaturated",1,1,3 ], "(of a solution) containing less solute than a saturated solution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsavoury",1,1,1 ], "objectionable or distasteful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsavoury",1,1,2 ], "disagreeable in odour or taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to retract or withdraw (something said or written)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscathed",1,1,1 ], "not harmed or injured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unschooled",1,1,1 ], "having received no training or schooling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unschooled",1,1,2 ], "spontaneous; natural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscientific",1,1,1 ], "not consistent with the methods or principles of science, esp| lacking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscientific",1,1,1 ], "objectivity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unscientific",1,1,2 ], "ignorant of science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscramble",1,1,1 ], "to resolve from confusion or disorderliness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscramble",1,1,2 ], "to restore (a scrambled message) to an intelligible form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscratched",1,1,1 ], "quite unharmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscreened",1,1,1 ], "not sheltered or concealed by a screen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscreened",1,1,2 ], "not passed through a screen; unsifted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscreened",1,1,3 ], "(of a film) not yet on show to the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscreened",1,1,4 ], "not put through a security check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscrew",1,1,1 ], "to draw or remove a screw from (an object)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscrew",1,2,1 ], "anticlockwise direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unscrew",1,2,1 ], "to loosen (a screw, lid, etc|) by rotating continuously, usually in an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscrew",1,3,1 ], "(esp| of an engaged threaded part) to become loosened or separated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscripted",1,1,1 ], "(of a speech, play, etc|) not using or based on a script" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unscrupulous",1,1,1 ], "without scruples; unprincipled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseal",1,1,1 ], "to remove or break the seal of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseal",1,1,2 ], "to reveal or free (something concealed or closed as if sealed)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseam",1,1,1 ], "to open or undo the seam of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseasonable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the weather) inappropriate for the season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseasonable",1,1,2 ], "untimely; inopportune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseasoned",1,1,1 ], "(of persons) not sufficiently experienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseasoned",1,1,2 ], "not matured or seasoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseasoned",1,1,3 ], "(of food) not flavoured with seasoning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseat",1,1,1 ], "to throw or displace from a seat, saddle, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseat",1,1,2 ], "to depose from office or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsecured",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a loan, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsecured",1,1,2 ], "secured only against general assets and not against a specific asset" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsecured",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a creditor) having no security against a specific asset and with a claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsecured",1,1,2,2 ], "inferior to those of secure creditors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unsecured",1,1,3 ], "not made secure; loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseeded",1,1,1 ], "(of players in various sports) not assigned to a preferential position in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseeded",1,1,1 ], "preliminary rounds of a tournament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unseemly",1,1,1 ], "not in good style or taste; unbecoming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseemly",1,1,2 ], "unattractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseemly",1,2,1 ], "in an unseemly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseen",1,1,1 ], "not observed or perceived; invisible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseen",1,1,2 ], "(of passages of writing) not previously seen or prepared" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unseen",1,2,1 ], "a passage, not previously seen, that is presented to students for translation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unselfish",1,1,1 ], "not selfish or greedy; generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unset",1,1,1 ], "not yet solidified or firm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unset",1,1,2 ], "(of a gem) not yet in a setting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unset",1,1,3 ], "(of textual matter) not yet composed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettle",1,1,1 ], "to change or become changed from a fixed or settled condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettle",1,2,1 ], "to confuse or agitate (emotions, the mind, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettled",1,1,1 ], "lacking order or stability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettled",1,1,2 ], "unpredictable; uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettled",1,1,3 ], "constantly changing or moving from place to place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettled",1,1,4 ], "(of controversy, etc|) not brought to an agreed conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettled",1,1,5 ], "(of debts, law cases, etc|) not disposed of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsettled",1,1,6 ], "(of regions, etc|) devoid of settlers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsex",1,1,1 ], "more callous" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unsex",1,1,1 ], "to deprive (a person) of the attributes of their sex, esp| to make a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unshakable",1,1,1 ], "(of beliefs, etc|) utterly firm and unwavering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unshapen",1,1,1 ], "having no definite shape; shapeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unshapen",1,1,2 ], "deformed; misshapen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsheathe",1,1,1 ], "covering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unsheathe",1,1,1 ], "to draw or pull out (something, esp| a weapon) from a sheath or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unship",1,1,1 ], "to be or cause to be unloaded, discharged, or disembarked from a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unship",1,2,1 ], "to remove from a regular place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsighted",1,1,1 ], "not sighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsighted",1,1,2 ], "not having a clear view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsighted",1,1,2,1 ], "(of a gun)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsighted",1,1,3 ], "not equipped with a sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsighted",1,1,3,2 ], "(of a shot) not aimed by means of a sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsightly",1,1,1 ], "unpleasant or unattractive to look at; ugly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsized",1,1,1 ], "not made or sorted according to size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsized",2,1,1 ], "(of a wall, etc|) not treated with size" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unskilful",1,1,1 ], "lacking dexterity or proficiency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unskilful",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unskilful",1,1,3 ], "ignorant (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unskilled",1,1,1 ], "not having or requiring any special skill or training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unskilled",1,1,2 ], "having or displaying no skill; inexpert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unslaked lime",1,1,1 ], "another name for calcium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsling",1,1,1 ], "to remove or release from a slung position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsling",1,1,2 ], "to remove slings from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsnap",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to unfasten (the snap or catch) of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsnarl",1,1,1 ], "to free from a snarl or tangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsociable",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) disinclined to associate or fraternize with others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsociable",1,1,2 ], "unconducive to social intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsociable",1,1,3 ], "incompatible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsocial",1,1,1 ], "not social; antisocial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsocial",1,1,2 ], "(of the hours of work of certain jobs) falling outside the normal working day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsophisticated",1,1,1 ], "lacking experience or worldly wisdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsophisticated",1,1,2 ], "marked by a lack of refinement or complexity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsophisticated",1,1,3 ], "unadulterated or genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsound",1,1,1 ], "diseased, weak, or unstable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsound",1,1,2 ], "unreliable or fallacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsound",1,1,3 ], "lacking solidity, strength, or firmness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsound",1,1,4 ], "of doubtful financial or commercial viability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsound",1,1,5 ], "(of fruit, timber, etc|) not in an edible or usable condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsparing",1,1,1 ], "not sparing or frugal; lavish; profuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsparing",1,1,2 ], "showing harshness or severity; unmerciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspeak",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) an obsolete word for unsay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspeakable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of expression in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspeakable",1,1,2 ], "indescribably bad or evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspeakable",1,1,3 ], "not to be uttered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsphere",1,1,1 ], "to remove from (its, one's, etc|) sphere or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspoiled",1,1,1 ], "(of a village, town, etc|) having an unaltered character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspoken",1,1,1 ], "understood without needing to be spoken; tacit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspoken",1,1,2 ], "not uttered aloud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspotted",1,1,1 ], "without spots or stains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unspotted",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of reputations) free from moral stigma or blemish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstable",1,1,1 ], "lacking stability, fixity, or firmness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstable",1,1,2 ], "disposed to temperamental, emotional, or psychological variability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstable",1,1,3 ], "(of a chemical compound) readily decomposing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstable",1,1,3,1 ], "(of an elementary particle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstable",1,1,4 ], "having a very short lifetime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstable",1,1,4,2 ], "spontaneously decomposing by nuclear decay; radioactive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsteel",1,1,1 ], "to make (the heart, feelings, etc|) more gentle or compassionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstep",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Nautical| to remove (a mast) from its step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstick",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to free or loosen (something stuck)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstop",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove the stop or stopper from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstop",1,1,2 ], "to free from any stoppage or obstruction; open" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstop",1,1,3 ], "to draw out the stops on (an organ)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstoppable",1,1,1 ], "not capable of being stopped; extremely forceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstopped",1,1,1 ], "not obstructed or stopped up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstopped",1,1,2 ], "denoting a speech sound for whose articulation the closure is not complete, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstopped",1,1,2 ], "in the pronunciation of a vowel, fricative, or continuant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unstopped",1,1,3 ], "(of verse) having the sense of the line carried over into the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstopped",1,1,4 ], "(of an organ pipe or a string on a musical instrument) not stopped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstrained",1,1,1 ], "not under strain; relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstrained",1,1,2 ], "not cleared or separated by passing through a strainer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstratified",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of igneous rocks and rock formations) not occurring in distinct layers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstratified",1,1,1 ], "or strata not stratified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unstreamed",1,1,1 ], "(of children) not divided into groups or streams according to ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstressed",1,1,1 ], "carrying relatively little stress; unemphasized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstressed",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or denoting the weakest accent in a word or breath group," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstressed",1,1,2 ], "reduction in vowel quality to a centralized (i) or (a)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "unstressed",1,1,2 ], "which in some languages, such as English or German, is also associated with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unstressed",1,1,3 ], "(of a syllable in verse) having no stress or accent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstriated",1,1,1 ], "(of muscle) composed of elongated cells that do not have striations smooth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstring",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to remove the strings of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstring",1,1,2 ], "(of beads, pearls, etc|) to remove or take from a string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstring",1,1,3 ], "to weaken or enfeeble emotionally (a person or his nerves)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstriped",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of smooth muscle) not having stripes unstriated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstructured",1,1,1 ], "without formal structure or systematic organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstrung",1,1,1 ], "emotionally distressed; unnerved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstrung",1,1,2 ], "(of a stringed instrument) with the strings detached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstuck",1,1,1 ], "freed from being stuck, glued, fastened, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstuck",1,1,2 ], "come unstuck| to suffer failure or disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstudied",1,1,1 ], "natural; unaffected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unstudied",1,1,2 ], "(foll| by in) without knowledge or training" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsubstantial",1,1,1 ], "lacking weight, strength, or firmness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsubstantial",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of an argument) of doubtful validity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsubstantial",1,1,3 ], "of no material existence or substance; unreal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsung",1,1,1 ], "not acclaimed or honoured;unsung deeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsung",1,1,2 ], "not yet sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsupportable",1,1,1 ], "not able to be supported" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsupportable",1,1,2 ], "not able to be defended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsure",1,1,1 ], "lacking assurance or self-confidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsure",1,1,2 ], "without sure knowledge; uncertain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsure",1,1,3 ], "precarious; insecure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsure",1,1,4 ], "not certain or reliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsuspected",1,1,1 ], "not under suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsuspected",1,1,2 ], "not known to exist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unsuspecting",1,1,1 ], "disposed to trust; not suspicious; trusting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unswear",1,1,1 ], "to retract or revoke (a sworn oath); abjure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unswerving",1,1,1 ], "not turning aside; constant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untangle",1,1,1 ], "to free from a tangled condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untangle",1,1,2 ], "to free from perplexity or confusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untaught",1,1,1 ], "without training or education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untaught",1,1,2 ], "attained or achieved without instruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unteach",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Rare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unteach",1,1,2 ], "to cause to disbelieve (teaching)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untenable",1,1,1 ], "(of theories, propositions, etc|) incapable of being maintained, defended, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untenable",1,1,1 ], "vindicated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "untenable",1,1,2 ], "unable to be maintained against attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untenable",1,1,3 ], "(of a house, etc|) unfit for occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthink",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to reverse one's opinion about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthink",1,1,2 ], "to dispel from the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthinkable",1,1,1 ], "not to be contemplated; out of the question" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthinkable",1,1,2 ], "unimaginable; inconceivable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthinkable",1,1,3 ], "unreasonable; improbable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthinking",1,1,1 ], "lacking thoughtfulness; inconsiderate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthinking",1,1,2 ], "heedless; inadvertent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthinking",1,1,3 ], "not thinking or able to think" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthread",1,1,1 ], "to draw out the thread or threads from (a needle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthread",1,1,2 ], "to disentangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unthrone",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for dethrone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untie",1,1,1 ], "become unfastened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "untie",1,1,1 ], "to unfasten or free (a knot or something that is tied) or (of a knot, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untie",1,2,1 ], "to free from constraint or restriction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "until",1,1,1 ], "up to (a time) that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "until",1,1,2 ], "before (a time or event)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "until",1,2,1 ], "(often preceded by up) in or throughout the period before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "until",1,2,2 ], "earlier than; before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untimely",1,1,1 ], "occurring before the expected, normal, or proper time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untimely",1,1,2 ], "inappropriate to the occasion, time, or season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untimely",1,2,1 ], "prematurely or inopportunely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untitled",1,1,1 ], "without a title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untitled",1,1,2 ], "having no claim or title" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unto",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untold",1,1,1 ], "incapable of description or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untold",1,1,2 ], "incalculably great in number or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untold",1,1,3 ], "not told" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouchable",1,1,1 ], "lying beyond reach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouchable",1,1,2 ], "above reproach, suspicion, or impeachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouchable",1,1,3 ], "unable to be touched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouchable",1,2,1 ], "a member of the lowest class in India, whom those of the four main castes are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouchable",1,2,1 ], "forbidden to touch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "untouched",1,1,1 ], "not used, handled, touched, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouched",1,1,2 ], "not injured or harmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouched",1,2,1 ], "emotionally unmoved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouched",1,2,2 ], "not changed, modified, or affected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouched",1,2,3 ], "(of food or drink) left without being consumed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untouched",1,2,4 ], "not mentioned or referred to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untoward",1,1,1 ], "characterized by misfortune, disaster, or annoyance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untoward",1,1,2 ], "not auspicious; adverse; unfavourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untoward",1,1,3 ], "unseemly or improper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untoward",1,1,4 ], "refractory; perverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untoward",1,1,5 ], "awkward, ungainly, or uncouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untravelled",1,1,1 ], "(of persons) not having travelled widely; narrow or provincial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untravelled",1,1,2 ], "(of a road) never travelled over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untread",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) Rare| to retrace (a course, path, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untried",1,1,1 ], "not tried, attempted, or proved; untested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untried",1,1,2 ], "not tried by a judge or court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untrue",1,1,1 ], "incorrect or false" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untrue",1,1,2 ], "disloyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untrue",1,1,3 ], "diverging from a rule, standard, or measure; inaccurate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untruss",1,1,1 ], "to release from or as if from a truss; unfasten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untruss",1,1,2 ], "to undress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untruth",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being untrue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untruth",1,1,2 ], "a statement, fact, etc|, that is not true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untruthful",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) given to lying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untruthful",1,1,2 ], "diverging from the truth; untrue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untuck",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become loose or not tucked in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untutored",1,1,1 ], "without formal instruction or education" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "untutored",1,1,2 ], "lacking sophistication or refinement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unused",1,1,1 ], "('n!ju$:zd)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unused",1,1,2 ], "not being or never having been made use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unused",1,1,3 ], "('n!ju$:st)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unused",1,2,1 ], "not accustomed or used (to something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unusual",1,1,1 ], "out of the ordinary; uncommon; extraordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unutterable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of being expressed in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unvalued",1,1,1 ], "not appreciated or valued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unvalued",1,1,2 ], "not assessed or estimated as to price or valuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unvalued",1,1,3 ], "of great value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unveil",1,1,1 ], "monument, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unveil",1,1,1 ], "to remove the cover or shroud from, esp| in the ceremonial unveiling of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unveil",1,1,2 ], "to remove the veil from (one's own or another person's face)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unveil",1,2,1 ], "to make (something secret or concealed) known or public; divulge; reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unveiling",1,1,1 ], "a ceremony involving the removal of a veil at the formal presentation of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unveiling",1,1,1 ], "statue, monument, etc|, for the first time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unveiling",1,1,2 ], "the presentation of something, esp| for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unvoice",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce without vibration of the vocal cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unvoice",1,1,2 ], "another word for devoice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unvoiced",1,1,1 ], "not expressed or spoken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unvoiced",1,1,2 ], "articulated without vibration of the vocal cords; voiceless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwarrantable",1,1,1 ], "incapable of vindication or justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwarranted",1,1,1 ], "lacking justification or authorization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwarranted",1,1,2 ], "another word for unwarrantable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwary",1,1,1 ], "lacking caution or prudence; not vigilant or careful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwashed",1,1,1 ], "not washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwashed",1,2,1 ], "the great unwashed| Informal and derogatory| the masses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwatched",1,1,1 ], "(of an automatic device, such as a beacon) not manned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwearied",1,1,1 ], "not abating or tiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwearied",1,1,2 ], "not fatigued; fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unweighed",1,1,1 ], "(of quantities purchased, etc|) not measured for weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unweighed",1,1,2 ], "(of statements, etc|) not carefully considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwelcome",1,1,1 ], "(of persons) not welcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwelcome",1,1,2 ], "causing dissatisfaction or displeasure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwell",1,1,1 ], "not well ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwept",1,1,1 ], "not wept for or lamented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwept",1,1,2 ], "(of tears) not shed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwholesome",1,1,1 ], "detrimental to physical or mental health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwholesome",1,1,2 ], "morally harmful or depraved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwholesome",1,1,3 ], "indicative of illness, esp| in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwholesome",1,1,4 ], "(esp| of food) of inferior quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwieldy",1,1,1 ], "too heavy, large, or awkwardly shaped to be easily handled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwieldy",1,1,2 ], "ungainly; clumsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwilled",1,1,1 ], "not intentional; involuntary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwilling",1,1,1 ], "unfavourably inclined; reluctant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwilling",1,1,2 ], "performed, given, or said with reluctance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwind",1,1,1 ], "to slacken, undo, or unravel or cause to slacken, undo, or unravel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwind",1,2,1 ], "to disentangle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwind",1,2,2 ], "to make or become relaxed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwinking",1,1,1 ], "vigilant; watchful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwise",1,1,1 ], "lacking wisdom or prudence; foolish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwish",1,1,1 ], "to retract or revoke (a wish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwish",1,1,2 ], "to desire (something) not to be or take place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwished",1,1,1 ], "not desired; unwelcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwitnessed",1,1,1 ], "without the signature or attestation of a witness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwitnessed",1,1,2 ], "not seen or observed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwitting",1,1,1 ], "not knowing or conscious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwitting",1,1,2 ], "not intentional; inadvertent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwonted",1,1,1 ], "out of the ordinary; unusual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwonted",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwonted",1,1,3 ], "unaccustomed; unused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unworldly",1,1,1 ], "not concerned with material values or pursuits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unworldly",1,1,2 ], "lacking sophistication; naive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unworldly",1,1,3 ], "not of this earth or world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unworthy",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by of) not deserving or worthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unworthy",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by of) beneath the level considered befitting (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unworthy",1,1,3 ], "lacking merit or value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unworthy",1,1,4 ], "(of treatment) not warranted or deserved" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwound",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of unwind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwrap",1,1,1 ], "to have the covering come off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unwrap",1,1,1 ], "to remove the covering or wrapping from (something) or (of something wrapped)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwritten law",1,1,1 ], "from the enactments of a legislature, orders or decrees in writing, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unwritten law",1,1,1 ], "the law based upon custom, usage, and judicial decisions, as distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwritten law",1,1,2 ], "the| the tradition that a person may avenge any insult to family integrity, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwritten law",1,1,2 ], "used to justify criminal acts of vengeance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unwritten",1,1,1 ], "not printed or in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwritten",1,1,2 ], "effective only through custom; traditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unwritten",1,1,3 ], "without writing upon it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unyoke",1,1,1 ], "to release (an animal, etc|) from a yoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unyoke",1,2,1 ], "to set free; liberate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unyoke",1,3,1 ], "to disconnect or separate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unyoke",1,4,1 ], "to cease working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "unzip",1,1,1 ], "to become unfastened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "unzip",1,1,1 ], "to unfasten the zip of (a garment, etc|) or (of a zip or garment with a zip)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-",1,1,1 ], "up, upper, or upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-anchor",1,1,1 ], "to weigh anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-and-coming",1,1,1 ], "promising continued or future success; enterprising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-and-down",1,1,1 ], "moving, executed, or formed alternately upwards and downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-and-down",1,1,2 ], "very steep; vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-and-down",1,3,1 ], "up and down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-and-down",1,3,2 ], "backwards and forwards (along)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-and-over",1,1,1 ], "(of a door, etc|) opened by being lifted and moved into a horizontal position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-and-under",1,1,1 ], "a high kick forwards followed by a charge to the place where it lands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-bow",1,1,1 ], "a stroke of the bow from its tip to its nut on a stringed instrument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-market",1,1,1 ], "and of superior quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "up-market",1,1,1 ], "relating to commercial products, services, etc|, that are relatively expensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-to-date",1,1,1,1 ], "modern, current, or fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "up-to-date",1,1,1,2 ], "the magazine is up to date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upas",1,1,1 ], "a large moraceous tree of Java, Antiaria toxicaria, having whitish bark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upas",1,1,1 ], "poisonous milky sap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upas",1,1,2 ], "the sap of this tree, used as an arrow poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbeat",1,1,1,1 ], "an unaccented beat, esp| the last bar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbeat",1,1,1,2 ], "the upward gesture of a conductor's baton indicating this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbeat",1,1,2 ], "an upward trend (in prosperity, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbeat",1,2,1 ], "marked by cheerfulness or optimism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbraid",1,1,1 ], "to reprove or reproach angrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbraid",1,1,2 ], "to find fault with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbringing",1,1,1 ], "the education of a person during his formative years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upbuild",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to build up; enlarge, increase, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upcountry",1,1,1 ], "of or coming from the interior of a country or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upcountry",1,1,2 ], "lacking the sophistication associated with city-dwellers;countrified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upcountry",1,2,1 ], "the interior part of a region or country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upcountry",1,3,1 ], "towards, in, or into the interior part of a country or region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "update",1,1,1 ], "('p!de$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "update",1,2,1 ], "to bring up to date" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "update",1,2,2 ], "each time an instruction is carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "update",1,2,2 ], "to modify (a computer instruction) so that the address number is increased" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "update",1,3,1 ], "the act of updating or something that is updated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "updraft",1,1,1 ], "an upward movement of air or other gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upend",1,1,1 ], "to turn or set or become turned or set on end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upend",1,2,1 ], "to affect or upset drastically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,1,1 ], "('p!gre$Id)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,2,1 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,2,1 ], "to assign or promote (a person or job) to a higher professional rank or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,2,2 ], "to raise in value, importance, esteem, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,2,3 ], "to improve (a breed of livestock) by crossing with a better strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,3,1 ], "an upward slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,3,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,3,2 ], "on the upgrade| improving or progressing, as in importance, status, health," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,4,1 ], "going or sloping upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrade",1,5,1 ], "up an incline, hill, or slope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrowth",1,1,1 ], "the process of developing or growing upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upgrowth",1,1,2 ], "a result of evolution or growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upheaval",1,1,1 ], "a strong, sudden, or violent disturbance, as in politics, social conditions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upheaval",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upheaval",1,1,2 ], "another word for uplift ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upheave",1,1,1 ], "to heave or rise upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upheave",1,1,2 ], "to thrust (land) upwards or (of land) to be thrust upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upheave",1,2,1 ], "to disturb violently; throw into disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upheld",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of uphold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphill",1,1,1 ], "inclining, sloping, or leading upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphill",1,1,2 ], "requiring arduous and protracted effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphill",1,1,3 ], "located on or at a high place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphill",1,2,1 ], "up an incline or slope; upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphill",1,2,2 ], "against difficulties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphill",1,3,1 ], "a rising incline; ascent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphold",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to maintain, affirm, or defend against opposition or challenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphold",1,1,2 ], "to give moral support or inspiration to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphold",1,1,3 ], "to support physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphold",1,1,4 ], "to lift up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upholster",1,1,1 ], "to fit (chairs, sofas, etc|) with padding, springs, webbing, and covering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upholsterer",1,1,1 ], "a person who upholsters furniture as a profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upholstery",1,1,1 ], "the padding, covering, etc|, of a piece of furniture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upholstery",1,1,2 ], "the business, work, or craft of upholstering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uphroe",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of euphroe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upkeep",1,1,1 ], "period; maintenance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upkeep",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of keeping something in good repair, esp| over a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upkeep",1,1,2 ], "the cost of maintenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upland cotton",1,1,1 ], "a tropical American cotton plant, Gossypium hirsutum, widely cultivated for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upland cotton",1,1,1 ], "its fibre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upland cotton",1,1,2 ], "the fibre of this plant, or the fabric woven from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upland plover",1,1,1 ], "an American sandpiper, Bartramia longicauda, with a short slender bill and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upland plover",1,1,1 ], "long tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upland",1,1,1 ], "an area of high or relatively high ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upland",1,2,1 ], "relating to or situated in an upland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,1,1 ], "('p!l$Ift)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,2,1 ], "to raise; elevate; lift up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,2,2 ], "to raise morally, spiritually, culturally, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,3,1 ], "the act, process, or result of lifting up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,3,2 ], "the act or process of bettering moral, social or cultural conditions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,3,2,1 ], "a brassiere for lifting and supporting the breasts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,3,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,3,3 ], "period of mountain building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uplift",1,3,3 ], "the process or result of land being raised to a higher level, as during a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upmost",1,1,1 ], "another word for uppermost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upon",1,1,1 ], "another word for on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upon",1,1,2 ], "indicating a position reached by going up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upon",1,1,3 ], "imminent for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper atmosphere",1,1,1 ], "be reached by balloon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upper atmosphere",1,1,1 ], "that part of the atmosphere above the troposphere, esp| at heights that cannot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper chamber",1,1,1 ], "another name for an upper house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper class",1,1,1 ], "the class occupying the highest position in the social hierarchy, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper class",1,1,1 ], "wealthy or the aristocracy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upper class",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the upper class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper class",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to the junior or senior classes of a college or high school" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper crust",1,1,1 ], "the upper class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper hand",1,1,1 ], "hand)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upper hand",1,1,1 ], "the position of control; advantage (esp| in the phrases have or get the upper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper house",1,1,1 ], "one of the two houses of a bicameral legislature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper mordent",1,1,1 ], "another name for inverted mordent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper regions",1,1,1 ], "Chiefly literary| the sky; heavens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper works",1,1,1 ], "the parts of a vessel above the waterline when fully laden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,1,1 ], "higher or highest in relation to physical position, wealth, rank, status, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,1,2 ], "lying farther upstream, inland, or farther north" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,1,3 ], "denoting the late part or division of a period, system, formation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,1,4 ], "(of a limit or bound) greater than or equal to one or more numbers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,1,4 ], "variables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,2,1 ], "the higher of two objects, people, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,2,2 ], "the part of a shoe above the sole, covering the upper surface of the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,2,3 ], "on one's uppers| extremely poor; destitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,2,4 ], "any tooth of the upper jaw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,2,5 ], "Slang| any of various drugs having a stimulant or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upper",1,2,5 ], "euphoric effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uppermost",1,1,1 ], "highest in position, power, importance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uppermost",1,2,1 ], "in or into the highest position, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uppish",1,1,1 ], "snobbish, arrogant, or presumptuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uppity",1,1,1 ], "not yielding easily to persuasion or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uppity",1,1,2 ], "another word for uppish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upraise",1,1,1 ], "to lift up; elevate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upraise",1,1,2 ], "to praise; exalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprear",1,1,1 ], "to lift up raise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright piano",1,1,1 ], "a piano in which the strings are vertically arranged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright",1,1,1 ], "vertical or erect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright",1,1,2 ], "honest, honourable, or just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright",1,2,1 ], "vertically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright",1,3,1 ], "a vertical support, such as a stake or post" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright",1,3,2 ], "short for upright piano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright",1,3,3 ], "the state of being vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upright",1,4,1 ], "to make upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprise",1,1,1 ], "('p!ra$Iz), rises, rising, rose, risen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprise",1,2,1 ], "to rise up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprise",1,3,1 ], "another word for rise 30" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprising",1,1,1 ], "a revolt or rebellion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprising",1,1,2 ], "an ascent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upriver",1,2,1 ], "towards or near the source of a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upriver",1,3,1 ], "an area located upstream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uproar",1,1,1 ], "a commotion or disturbance characterized by loud noise and confusion; turmoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uproarious",1,1,1 ], "causing or characterized by an uproar; tumultuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uproarious",1,1,2 ], "extremely funny; hilarious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uproarious",1,1,3 ], "(of laughter, etc|) loud and boisterous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uproot",1,1,1 ], "to pull up by or as if by the roots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uproot",1,1,2 ], "to displace (a person or persons) from native or habitual surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uproot",1,1,3 ], "to remove or destroy utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprouse",1,1,1 ], "to rouse or stir up; arouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uprush",1,1,1 ], "an upward rush, as of consciousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ups and downs",1,1,1 ], "alternating periods of good and bad fortune, high and low spirits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsadaisy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of upsy-daisy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,1 ], "('p!s$et), sets, setting, set" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,2 ], "(mainly tr|) to tip or be tipped over; overturn, capsize, or spill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,3 ], "to disturb the normal state, course, or stability of " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,4 ], "to disturb mentally or emotionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,5 ], "to defeat or overthrow, usually unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,6 ], "to make physically ill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,7 ], "swagging" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,1,7 ], "to thicken or spread (the end of a bar, rivet, etc|) by forging, hammering, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,2,1 ], "an unexpected defeat or reversal, as in a contest or plans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,2,2 ], "a disturbance or disorder of the emotions, body, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,2,3 ], "a tool used to upset a bar or rivet; swage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,2,4 ], "a forging or bar that has been upset in preparation for further processing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,3,1 ], "('p!s$et)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,3,2 ], "overturned or capsized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,3,3 ], "emotionally or physically disturbed or distressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,3,4 ], "disordered; confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upset",1,3,5 ], "defeated or overthrown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsetting",1,1,1 ], "increased locally, as in the manufacture of bolts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upsetting",1,1,1 ], "the process of hammering the end of a heated bar of metal so that its width is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upshot",1,1,1 ], "the final result; conclusion; outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upshot",1,1,2 ], "the final shot in a match" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upside down",1,1,1 ], "turned over completely; inverted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upside down",1,1,2 ], "confused; topsy-turvy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upside down",1,2,1 ], "in an inverted fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upside down",1,2,2 ], "in a chaotic or crazy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upside",1,1,1 ], "the upper surface or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upside-down cake",1,1,1 ], "a sponge cake baked with sliced fruit at the bottom, then inverted before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upside-down cake",1,1,1 ], "serving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upsides",1,1,1 ], "(foll| by with) equal or level (with), as through revenge or retaliation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsilon",1,1,1 ], "the 20th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GY or #Gy) a vowel, transliterated as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsilon",1,1,1 ], "y or u" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,1,1 ], "on, at, or to the rear of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to the back half of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,2,2 ], "haughty; supercilious; aloof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,3,1 ], "audience" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,3,1 ], "to move upstage of (another actor), thus forcing him to turn away from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,3,2 ], "(someone)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,3,2 ], "to draw attention to oneself from (someone else); steal the show from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,3,3 ], "to treat haughtily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstage",1,4,1 ], "the back half of the stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,1,1 ], "up the stairs; to or on an upper floor or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,1,2 ], "to or into a higher rank or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,1,3 ], "in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,1,4 ], "kick upstairs| Informal| to promote to a higher rank or position, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,1,4 ], "that carries less power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,2,1,1 ], "an upper floor or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,2,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstairs",1,2,2 ], "the masters of a household collectively, esp| of a large house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstanding",1,1,1 ], "of good character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstanding",1,1,2 ], "upright and vigorous in build" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstanding",1,1,3 ], "be upstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstanding",1,1,4 ], "(in a court of law) a direction to all persons present to rise to their feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstanding",1,1,4 ], "before the judge enters or leaves the court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upstart",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, group, etc|, that has risen suddenly to a position of power or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstart",1,1,1,1 ], "an arrogant or presumptuous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstart",1,1,1,1 ], "wealth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upstart",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstart",1,2,1 ], "('p!st$a$:t)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstart",1,3,1 ], "to start up, as in surprise, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstate",1,2,1 ], "state, esp| of New York State" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upstate",1,2,1 ], "towards, in, from, or relating to the outlying or northern sections of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstate",1,3,1 ], "the outlying, esp| northern, sections of a state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstream",1,2,1 ], "in or towards the higher part of a stream; against the current" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstretched",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of the arms) stretched or raised up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstroke",1,1,1,1 ], "an upward stroke or movement, as of a pen or brush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstroke",1,1,1,2 ], "the mark produced by such a stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upstroke",1,1,2 ], "the upward movement of a piston in a reciprocating engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsurge",1,1,1 ], "('p!s$z$:d#f)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsurge",1,2,1 ], "to surge up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsurge",1,3,1 ], "a rapid rise or swell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsweep",1,1,1 ], "a curve or sweep upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsweep",1,1,2 ], "an upswept hairstyle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsweep",1,2,1 ], "('p!swi$:p), sweeps, sweeping, swept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsweep",1,2,2 ], "to sweep, curve, or brush or be swept, curved, or brushed upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upswell",1,1,1 ], "to swell up or cause to swell up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upswing",1,1,1 ], "a recovery period in the trade cycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upswing",1,1,2 ], "an upward swing or movement or any increase or improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upswing",1,2,1 ], "('p!sw$I&n), swings, swinging, swung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upswing",1,3,1 ], "to swing or move up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsy-daisy",1,1,1 ], "an expression, usually of reassurance, uttered as when someone, esp| a child," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upsy-daisy",1,1,1 ], "stumbles or is being lifted up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uptake",1,1,1 ], "a pipe, shaft, etc|, that is used to convey smoke or gases, esp| one that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptake",1,1,1 ], "connects a furnace to a chimney" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uptake",1,1,2 ], "another term for upcast ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptake",1,1,3 ], "taking up or lifting up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptake",1,1,4 ], "quick on the uptake| Informal| quick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptake",1,1,5 ], "(or slow) to understand or learn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upthrow",1,1,1 ], "the other side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "upthrow",1,1,1 ], "the upward movement of rocks on one side of a fault plane relative to rocks on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upthrow",1,1,2 ], "an upward thrust or throw; upheaval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upthrust",1,1,1 ], "an upward push or thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upthrust",1,1,2 ], "a violent upheaval of the earth's surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptight",1,1,1 ], "displaying tense repressed nervousness, irritability, or anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptight",1,1,2 ], "unable to give expression to one's feelings, personality, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptilt",1,1,1 ], "to tilt up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptown",1,2,1 ], "towards, in, or relating to some part of a town that is away from the centre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uptown",1,3,1 ], "such a part of a town, esp| a residential part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upturn",1,1,1 ], "('p!t$z$:n)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upturn",1,1,2 ], "to turn or cause to turn up, over, or upside down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upturn",1,2,1 ], "to create disorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upturn",1,3,1 ], "to direct upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upturn",1,4,1 ], "an upward turn, trend, or improvement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upturn",1,4,2 ], "an upheaval or commotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upward",1,1,1 ], "directed or moving towards a higher point or level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upward",1,2,1 ], "a variant of upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upwards",1,1,1 ], "from a lower to a higher place, level, condition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upwards",1,1,2 ], "towards a higher level, standing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upwind",1,1,1 ], "into or against the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upwind",1,1,2 ], "towards or on the side where the wind is blowing; windward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upwind",1,2,1 ], "going against the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "upwind",1,2,2 ], "on the windward side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ur-",1,1,1 ], "variant of uro-'1 and uro-'2 before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uracil",1,1,1 ], "RNA| Formula: C4H4N2O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uracil",1,1,1 ], "a pyrimidine present in all living cells, usually in a combined form, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uraemia",1,1,1 ], "blood: causes severe headaches, vomiting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uraemia",1,1,1 ], "the accumulation of waste products, normally excreted in the urine, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uraeus",1,1,1 ], "and gods" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uraeus",1,1,1 ], "the sacred serpent represented on the headdresses of ancient Egyptian kings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uralite",1,1,1 ], "an amphibole mineral, similar to hornblende, that replaces pyroxene in some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uralite",1,1,1 ], "igneous and metamorphic rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uranalysis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of urinalysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing uranium, esp| in a high valence state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranic",2,1,1 ], "astronomical or celestial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranide",1,1,1 ], "any element having an atomic number greater than that of protactinium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uraninite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: UO2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uraninite",1,1,1 ], "a blackish heavy radioactive mineral consisting of uranium oxide in cubic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uraninite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form together with radium, lead, helium, etc|: occurs in coarse granite|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uranism",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for homosexuality (esp| male homosexuality)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranite",1,1,1 ], "any of various minerals containing uranium, esp| torbernite or autunite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranium series",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive series that starts with uranium-238 and ends with lead-206" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranium",1,1,1 ], "'2'3'8U: 4|51 X 10'9 years; valency: 2-6; relative density: 18|95 (approx|); melting" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "uranium",1,1,1 ], "a radioactive silvery-white metallic element of the actinide series| It occurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranium",1,1,1 ], "chiefly as a source of nuclear energy by fission of the radioisotope" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uranium",1,1,1 ], "in several minerals including pitchblende, carnotite, and autunite and is used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uranium",1,1,1 ], "pt|: 1132 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3818 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "uranium",1,1,1 ], "uranium-235|Symbol: U; atomic no|: 92; atomic wt|: 238|03; half-life of most stable isotope," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "urano-",1,1,1 ], "denoting the heavens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranography",1,1,1 ], "stars, galaxies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uranography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of astronomy concerned with the description and mapping of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing uranium, esp| in a low valence state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the divalent ion UO'22' or the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uranyl",1,1,1 ], "group UO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of uric acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urban blues",1,1,1 ], "an extravert and rhythmic style of blues, usually accompanied by a band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urban district",1,1,1 ], "(in England and Wales from 1888 to 1974 and Northern Ireland from 1898 to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urban district",1,1,1 ], "1973) an urban division of an administrative county with an elected council in charge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urban district",1,1,1 ], "of housing and environmental services: usually made up of one or more thickly" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "urban district",1,1,1 ], "populated areas but lacking a borough charter" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "urban district",1,1,2 ], "(in the Republic of Ireland) any of 49 medium-sized towns with their own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urban district",1,1,2 ], "elected councils" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urban guerrilla",1,1,1 ], "a guerrilla who operates in a town or city, engaging in terrorism, kidnapping," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urban guerrilla",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urban renewal",1,1,1 ], "the process of redeveloping dilapidated or no longer functional urban areas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urban",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or constituting a city or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urban",1,1,2 ], "living in a city or town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbane",1,1,1 ], "characterized by elegance or sophistication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanism",1,1,1,1 ], "the character of city life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanism",1,1,1,2 ], "the study of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanism",1,1,2 ], "a less common term for urbanization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanite",1,1,1 ], "a resident of an urban community; city dweller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanity",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being urbane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanity",1,1,2 ], "civilities or courtesies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanize",1,1,1,1 ], "to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanize",1,1,2 ], "(esp| a predominantly rural area or country) more industrialized and urban" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanize",1,1,2,2 ], "cities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urbanize",1,1,2,2 ], "to cause the migration of an increasing proportion of (rural dwellers) into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbanize",1,1,3 ], "to make urbane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urbi et orbi",1,1,1 ], "to the city and the world: a phrase qualifying the solemn papal blessing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urceolate",1,1,1 ], "shaped like an urn or pitcher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urchin",1,1,1 ], "a mischievous roguish child, esp| one who is young, small, or raggedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urchin",1,1,1 ], "dressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urchin",1,1,2 ], "an archaic or dialect name for a hedgehog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urchin",1,1,3 ], "cloth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urchin",1,1,3 ], "either of the two cylinders in a carding machine that are covered with carding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urchin",1,1,4 ], "an elf or sprite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urd",1,1,1 ], "another name for black gram (see gram%2 #51)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urdor urd",1,1,1 ], "having points; pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urea",1,1,1 ], "a white water-soluble crystalline compound with a saline taste and often an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urea",1,1,1 ], "form is used as a fertilizer, animal feed, and in the manufacture of synthetic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "urea",1,1,1 ], "odour of ammonia, produced by protein metabolism and excreted in urine| A synthetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urea",1,1,1 ], "resins| Formula: CO(NH\2)2" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "urea-formaldehyde resin",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of rigid odourless synthetic materials that are made from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urea-formaldehyde resin",1,1,1 ], "finishes for textiles" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "urea-formaldehyde resin",1,1,1 ], "urea and formaldehyde and are used in electrical fittings, adhesives, laminates, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urease",1,1,1 ], "an enzyme occurring in many plants, esp| fungi, that converts urea to ammonium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urease",1,1,1 ], "carbonate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uredium",1,1,1 ], "a spore-producing body of some rust fungi in which uredospores are formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uredo",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for urticaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uredosorus",1,1,1 ], "another word for uredium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uredospore",1,1,1 ], "and spread the infection between hosts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uredospore",1,1,1 ], "any of the brownish spores that are produced in each uredium of the rust fungi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ureide",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic compounds derived from urea by replacing one or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ureide",1,1,1 ], "of its hydrogen atoms by organic groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ureide",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of derivatives of urea and carboxylic acids, in which one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ureide",1,1,2 ], "more of the hydrogen atoms have been replaced by acyl groups: includes the cyclic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ureide",1,1,2 ], "ureides, such as alloxan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uremia",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| spelling of uraemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ureter",1,1,1 ], "the tube that conveys urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder or cloaca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urethane",1,1,1 ], "short for polyurethane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urethane",1,1,2 ], "another name for ethyl carbamate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urethra",1,1,1 ], "In human males it also conveys semen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urethra",1,1,1 ], "the canal that in most mammals conveys urine from the bladder out of the body|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urethritis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the urethra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urethroscope",1,1,1 ], "a medical instrument for examining the urethra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uretic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urge",1,1,1 ], "to plead, press, or move (someone to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urge",1,2,1 ], "to advocate or recommend earnestly and persistently; plead or insist on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urge",1,3,1 ], "to impel, drive, or hasten onwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urge",1,4,1 ], "to stimulate, excite, or incite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urge",1,5,1 ], "a strong impulse, inner drive, or yearning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urgent",1,1,1 ], "requiring or compelling speedy action or attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urgent",1,1,2 ], "earnest and persistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urger",1,1,1 ], "a person who urges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urger",1,1,2 ], "a person who is unwilling to take risks, speculate, etc|, on his own account," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urger",1,1,2 ], "esp| one who encourages others to do so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uric acid",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless tasteless crystalline product of protein metabolism, present" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uric acid",1,1,1 ], "in the blood and urine; 2,6,8-trihydroxypurine| Formula: C5H4N4O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerning, or derived from urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uridine",1,1,1 ], "a nucleoside present in all living cells in a combined form, esp| in RNA" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinal",1,1,1 ], "a sanitary fitting, esp| one fixed to a wall, used by men for urination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinal",1,1,2 ], "a room containing urinals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinal",1,1,3 ], "any vessel for holding urine prior to its disposal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinalysis",1,1,1 ], "chemical analysis of the urine to test for the presence of disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinant",1,1,1 ], "having the head downwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinary bladder",1,1,1 ], "a distensible membranous sac in which the urine excreted from the kidneys is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinary bladder",1,1,1 ], "stored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urinate",1,1,1 ], "to excrete or void urine micturate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urine",1,1,1 ], "products removed from the blood| It is stored in the urinary bladder and discharged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urine",1,1,1 ], "the pale yellow slightly acid fluid excreted by the kidneys, containing waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urine",1,1,1 ], "through the urethra" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uriniferous",1,1,1 ], "conveying urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinogenital",1,1,1 ], "another word for urogenital or genitourinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urinous",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, or containing urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urn",1,1,1 ], "a vaselike receptacle or vessel, esp| a large bulbous one with a foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urn",1,1,2 ], "a vase used as a receptacle for the ashes of the dead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urn",1,1,3 ], "a large vessel, usually of metal, with a tap, used for making and holding tea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urn",1,1,3 ], "coffee, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urn",1,1,4 ], "the spore-producing capsule of a moss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urnfield",1,1,1 ], "a cemetery full of individual cremation urns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urnfield",1,2,1 ], "(of a number of Bronze Age cultures) characterized by cremation in urns, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urnfield",1,2,1 ], "began in E Europe about the second millennium b|c| and by the seventh century b|c|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urnfield",1,2,1 ], "had covered almost all of mainland Europe" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "urning",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for homosexual (esp| a male homosexual)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uro-",1,1,1 ], "indicating urine or the urinary tract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uro-",2,1,1 ], "indicating a tail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urochord",1,1,1 ], "the notochord of a larval tunicate, typically confined to the tail region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urochord",1,3,1 ], "another word for tunicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urochrome",1,1,1 ], "the yellowish pigment that colours urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urodele",1,1,1 ], "any amphibian of the order Urodela, having a long body and tail and four short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urodele",1,1,1 ], "limbs: includes the salamanders and newts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urodele",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Urodela" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urogenital system",1,1,1 ], "the urinary tract and reproductive organs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urogenital",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the urinary and genital organs and their functions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urogenous",1,1,1 ], "producing or derived from urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urogenous",1,1,2 ], "involved in the secretion and excretion of urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urolith",1,1,1 ], "a calculus in the urinary tract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of diseases of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urology",1,1,1 ], "the urogenital tract" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uropod",1,1,1 ], "and related crustaceans and forms part of the tail fan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uropod",1,1,1 ], "the paired appendage that arises from the last segment of the body in lobsters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uropygial gland",1,1,1 ], "a gland, situated at the base of the tail in most birds, that secretes oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uropygial gland",1,1,1 ], "used in preening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uropygium",1,1,1 ], "the hindmost part of a bird's body, from which the tail feathers grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uroscopy",1,1,1 ], "examination of the urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urostyle",1,1,1 ], "and related amphibians" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urostyle",1,1,1 ], "the bony rod forming the last segment of the vertebral column of frogs, toads," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ursine howler",1,1,1 ], "another name for red howler (see howler (the monkey))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ursine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a bear or bears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urticaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Urticaceae, a family of plants, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urticaceous",1,1,1 ], "pellitory" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "urticaceous",1,1,1 ], "small flowers and, in many species, stinging hairs: includes the nettles and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urticaria",1,1,1 ], "a skin condition characterized by the formation of itchy red or whitish raised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urticaria",1,1,1 ], "patches, usually caused by an allergy| Nontechnical names: hives, nettle rash" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urticate",1,1,1 ], "characterized by the presence of wheals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urticate",1,2,1 ], "to perform urtication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urtication",1,1,1 ], "a burning or itching sensation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urtication",1,1,2 ], "another name for urticaria" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urtication",1,1,3 ], "a former method of producing counterirritation of the skin by beating the area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urtication",1,1,3 ], "with nettles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "urus",1,1,1 ], "another name for the aurochs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "urushiol",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous pale yellow liquid occurring in poison ivy and the lacquer tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "us",1,1,1 ], "refers to the speaker or writer and another person or other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "us",1,1,2 ], "refers to all people or people in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "us",1,1,3 ], "an informal word for me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "us",1,1,4 ], "a formal word for me used by editors, monarchs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "us",1,1,5 ], "a dialect word for ourselves when used as an indirect object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usable",1,1,1 ], "able to be used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usage",1,1,1 ], "the act or a manner of using; use; employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usage",1,1,2 ], "constant use, custom, or habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usage",1,1,3 ], "something permitted or established by custom or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usage",1,1,4 ], "prescribed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "usage",1,1,4 ], "what is actually said in a language, esp| as contrasted with what is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usance",1,1,1 ], "bills of exchange" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "usance",1,1,1 ], "the period of time permitted by commercial usage for the redemption of foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usance",1,1,2 ], "unearned income" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usance",1,1,3 ], "an obsolete word for usage, usury, or use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,1,1 ], "(ju$:z)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,2,1 ], "to put into service or action; employ for a given purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,2,2 ], "to make a practice or habit of employing; exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,2,3 ], "to behave towards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,2,4 ], "to behave towards in a particular way for one's own ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,2,5 ], "to consume, expend, or exhaust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,2,6 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,2,6 ], "to partake of (alcoholic drink, drugs, etc|) or smoke (tobacco, marijuana," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,1 ], "(ju$:s)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,10 ], "other benefit from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,10 ], "the enjoyment of property, land, etc|, by occupation or by deriving revenue or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,11 ], "another person as trustee" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,11 ], "the beneficial enjoyment of property the legal title to which is held by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,12 ], "an archaic word for trust (sense 7)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,13 ], "have no use for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,13,1 ], "to have no need of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,13,2 ], "to have a contemptuous dislike for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,14 ], "make use of| to employ; use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,2 ], "the act of using or the state of being used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,3 ], "the ability, right, or permission to use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,4 ], "the occasion to use; need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,5 ], "an instance or manner of using" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,6 ], "usefulness; advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,7 ], "custom; practice; habit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,8 ], "the purpose for which something is used; end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,9 ], "a distinctive form of liturgical or ritual observance, esp| one that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "use",1,3,9 ], "traditional in a Church or group of Churches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "used to",1,1,1 ], "made familiar with; accustomed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "used to",1,2,1 ], "taking place in the past but not continuing into the present" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "used to",1,2,1 ], "used as an auxiliary to express habitual or accustomed actions, states, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "used",1,1,1 ], "bought or sold second-hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "useful",1,1,1 ], "able to be used advantageously, beneficially, or for several purposes; helpful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "useful",1,1,1 ], "or serviceable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "useful",1,1,2 ], "commendable or capable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "useful",1,2,1 ], "an odd-jobman or general factotum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "useless",1,1,1 ], "having no practical use or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "useless",1,1,2 ], "ineffectual, weak, or stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "user",1,1,1,1 ], "the continued exercise, use, or enjoyment of a right, esp| in property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "user",1,1,1,2 ], "a presumptive right based on long-continued use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "user",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that uses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "user",1,1,3 ], "a drug addict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,1,1 ], "an official who shows people to their seats, as in a church or theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,1,2 ], "a person who acts as doorkeeper, esp| in a court of law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,1,3 ], "(in England) a minor official charged with maintaining order in a court of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,1,3 ], "law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,1,4 ], "an officer responsible for preceding persons of rank in a procession or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,1,4 ], "introducing strangers at formal functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,1,5 ], "a teacher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,2,1 ], "to conduct or escort, esp| in a courteous or obsequious way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usher",1,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by in) to be a precursor or herald (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usherette",1,1,1 ], "a woman assistant in a cinema, theatre, etc|, who shows people to their seats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usquebaugh",1,1,1 ], "the former name for whiskey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usquebaugh",1,1,2 ], "an Irish liqueur flavoured with coriander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ustulation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of searing or burning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usual",1,1,1 ], "of the most normal, frequent, or regular type; customary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usual",1,2,1 ], "ordinary or commonplace events (esp| in the phrase out of the usual)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usual",1,2,2 ], "the usual| Informal| the habitual or usual drink, meal, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usufruct",1,1,1 ], "another, provided the property itself remains undiminished and uninjured in any way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "usufruct",1,1,1 ], "the right to use and derive profit from a piece of property belonging to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usurer",1,1,1 ], "a person who lends funds at an exorbitant rate of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usurer",1,1,2 ], "a moneylender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usurp",1,1,1 ], "to seize, take over, or appropriate (land, a throne, etc|) without authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usury",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of loaning money at an exorbitant rate of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usury",1,1,2 ], "an exorbitant or unlawfully high amount or rate of interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "usury",1,1,3 ], "moneylending" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ut infra",1,1,1 ], "as below" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ut supra",1,1,1 ], "as above" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ut",1,1,1 ], "the syllable used in the fixed system of solmization for the note C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ut",1,1,2 ], "the first note of a hexachord in medieval music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ute",1,1,1 ], "short for utility ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utensil",1,1,1 ], "an implement, tool, or container for practical use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uterine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uterine",1,1,2 ], "(of offspring) born of the same mother but not the same father" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uterus",1,1,1 ], "Nontechnical name: womb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uterus",1,1,1 ], "a hollow muscular organ lying within the pelvic cavity of female mammals| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uterus",1,1,1 ], "houses the developing fetus and by contractions aids in its expulsion at parturition|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uterus",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding organ in other animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uti possidetis",1,1,1 ], "belligerent state actually in possession at the end of a war unless otherwise provided for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uti possidetis",1,1,1 ], "by treaty" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "uti possidetis",1,1,1 ], "the rule that territory and other property remains in the hands of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utile",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for useful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utilitarian",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to utilitarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utilitarian",1,1,2 ], "designed for use rather than beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utilitarian",1,2,1 ], "a person who believes in utilitarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utilitarianism",1,1,1 ], "numbers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "utilitarianism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the highest good lies in the greatest good of the greatest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utilitarianism",1,1,2 ], "the theory that the criterion of virtue is utility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility man",1,1,1 ], "a worker who is expected to serve in any of several capacities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility man",1,1,2 ], "an actor who plays any of numerous small parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility player",1,1,1 ], "a player who is capable of playing competently in any of several positions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility room",1,1,1 ], "a room, esp| in a private house, used for storage, laundry, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,1,1 ], "the quality of practical use; usefulness; serviceability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,2 ], "something useful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,2,1 ], "a public service, such as the bus system; public utility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,2,1 ], "the ability of a commodity to satisfy human wants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,2,2 ], "the amount of such satisfaction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utility",1,1,3 ], "the Austral| word for pick-up truck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utilize",1,1,1 ], "to make practical or worthwhile use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utmost",1,1,1 ], "of the greatest possible degree or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utmost",1,1,2 ], "at the furthest limit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utmost",1,2,1 ], "the greatest possible degree, extent, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utopian socialism",1,1,1 ], "Robert Owen, Fichte, and others" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "utopian socialism",1,1,1 ], "capitalists moved by moral persuasion, example, etc|: the form of socialism advocated by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "utopian socialism",1,1,1 ], "socialism established by the peaceful surrender of the means of production by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utricle",1,1,1 ], "the larger of the two parts of the membranous labyrinth of the internal ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utricle",1,1,2 ], "the bladder-like one-seeded indehiscent fruit of certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utriculitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the inner ear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utter barrister",1,1,1 ], "the full title of a barrister who is not a Queen's Counsel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utter",1,1,1 ], "to give audible expression to (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utter",1,1,2 ], "to put into circulation (counterfeit coin, forged banknotes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utter",1,2,1 ], "to make publicly known; publish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utter",1,2,2 ], "to give forth, issue, or emit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utterance",1,1,1 ], "something uttered, such as a statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utterance",1,1,2 ], "the act or power of uttering or the ability to utter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "utterance",2,1,1 ], "the bitter end (esp| in the phrase to the utterance)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uvarovite",1,1,1 ], "an emerald-green garnet found in chromium deposits: consists of calcium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uvarovite",1,1,1 ], "chromium silicate| Formula: Ca3Cr2(SiO\4)3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uvea",1,1,1 ], "the part of the eyeball consisting of the iris, ciliary body, and choroid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uveitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the uvea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uvula",1,1,1 ], "a small fleshy finger-like flap of tissue that hangs in the back of the throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uvula",1,1,1 ], "and is an extension of the soft palate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uvular",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the uvula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uvular",1,1,2 ], "articulated with the uvula and the back of the tongue, such as the (r) sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uvular",1,1,2 ], "of Parisian French" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "uvular",1,2,1 ], "a uvular consonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uvulitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the uvula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uxorial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uxoricide",1,1,1 ], "the act of killing one's wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uxoricide",1,1,2 ], "a man who kills his wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "uxorious",1,1,1 ], "excessively attached to or dependent on one's wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ux|",1,1,1 ], "uxor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "u|c|",1,1,1 ], "upper case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "u|s|",1,1,1 ], "ubi supra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "u|s|",1,1,2 ], "ut supra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v",1,1,1 ], "velocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v",1,1,2 ], "volt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vCechy",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for Bohemia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vCeskd",1,1,1 ], "a city in SW Czechoslovakia, on the Vltava (Moldau) River| Pop|: 76,945 (1968" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vCeskd",1,1,1 ], "est|)| German name: Budweis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vCeskoslovensko",1,1,1 ], "the Czech name for Czechoslovakia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "va",1,1,1 ], "volt-ampere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vac",1,1,1 ], "short for vacation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacancy",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being vacant or unoccupied; emptiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacancy",1,1,2 ], "an unoccupied post or office" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacancy",1,1,3 ], "lack of thought or intelligent awareness; inanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacancy",1,1,4 ], "a defect in a crystalline solid caused by the absence of an atom, ion, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacancy",1,1,4 ], "molecule from its position in the crystal lattice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacancy",1,1,5 ], "idleness or a period spent in idleness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant possession",1,1,1 ], "having departed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacant possession",1,1,1 ], "ownership of an unoccupied house or property, any previous owner or tenant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,1,1 ], "without any contents; empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,2,1 ], "devoid (of something specified)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,2,2 ], "having no incumbent; unoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,2,3 ], "having no tenant or occupant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,2,4 ], "characterized by or resulting from lack of thought or intelligent awareness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,2,5 ], "(of time, etc|) not allocated to any activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,2,6 ], "spent in idleness or inactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacant",1,2,7 ], "(of an estate, etc|) having no heir or claimant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacate",1,1,1 ], "to cause (something) to be empty, esp| by departing from or abandoning it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacate",1,1,2 ], "leave or quit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacate",1,1,2 ], "to give up the tenure, possession, or occupancy of (a place, post, etc|);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacate",1,1,2,1 ], "to cancel or rescind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacate",1,1,2,2 ], "to make void or of no effect; annul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacation",1,1,1 ], "a period of the year when the law courts or universities are closed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacation",1,1,2 ], "another word (esp| U|S|) for holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacation",1,1,3 ], "the act of departing from or abandoning property, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacation",1,2,1 ], "to take a vacation; holiday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccinal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to vaccine or vaccination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccinate",1,1,1 ], "specific disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vaccinate",1,1,1 ], "to inoculate (a person) with vaccine so as to produce immunity against a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccination",1,1,1 ], "the act of vaccinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccination",1,1,2 ], "the scar left following inoculation with a vaccine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccine",1,1,1 ], "(viruses, bacteria, or rickettsiae) for inoculation to produce immunity to a disease by" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vaccine",1,1,1 ], "a suspension of dead, attenuated, or otherwise modified microorganisms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccine",1,1,1 ], "stimulating the production of antibodies" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vaccine",1,1,2 ], "a preparation of the virus of cowpox taken from infected cows and inoculated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccine",1,1,2 ], "in men to produce immunity to smallpox" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vaccine",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to vaccination or vaccinia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaccinia",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for cowpox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacherin",1,1,1 ], "a dessert consisting of a meringue shell filled with whipped cream, ice cream," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacherin",1,1,1 ], "fruit, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacillate",1,1,1 ], "to fluctuate in one's opinions; be indecisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacillate",1,1,2 ], "to sway from side to side physically; totter or waver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacillating",1,1,1 ], "inclined to waver; indecisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacua",1,1,1 ], "a plural of vacuum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being vacuous; emptiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuity",1,1,2 ], "an empty space or void; vacuum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuity",1,1,3 ], "a lack or absence of something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuity",1,1,4 ], "lack of normal intelligence or awareness; vacancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuity",1,1,5 ], "something, such as a statement, saying, etc|, that is inane or pointless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuole",1,1,1 ], "a fluid-filled cavity in the cytoplasm of a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuous",1,1,1 ], "containing nothing; empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuous",1,1,2 ], "bereft of ideas or intelligence; mindless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuous",1,1,3 ], "characterized by or resulting from vacancy of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuous",1,1,4 ], "indulging in no useful mental or physical activity; idle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum cleaner",1,1,1 ], "an electrical household appliance used for cleaning floors, carpets," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum cleaner",1,1,1 ], "furniture, etc|, by suction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum distillation",1,1,1 ], "distillation in which the liquid distilled is enclosed at a low pressure in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum distillation",1,1,1 ], "order to reduce its boiling point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum flask",1,1,1 ], "an insulating flask that has double walls, usually of silvered glass, with an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum flask",1,1,1 ], "evacuated space between them| It is used for maintaining substances at high or low" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum flask",1,1,1 ], "temperatures" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum gauge",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of instruments for measuring pressures below atmospheric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum gauge",1,1,1 ], "pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum pump",1,1,1 ], "a pump for producing a low gas pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum tube",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for valve ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum",1,1,1 ], "a region containing no matter; free space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum",1,1,2 ], "a region in which gas is present at a low pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum",1,1,3 ], "the degree of exhaustion of gas within an enclosed space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum",1,1,4 ], "a sense or feeling of emptiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum",1,1,5 ], "short for vacuum cleaner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum",1,1,6 ], "of, containing, measuring, producing, or operated by a low gas pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum",1,2,1 ], "to clean (something) with a vacuum cleaner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum-packed",1,1,1 ], "maintain freshness, prevent corrosion, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vacuum-packed",1,1,1 ], "packed in an airtight container or packet under low pressure in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vade mecum",1,1,1 ], "a handbook or other aid carried on the person for immediate use when needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vadose",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, designating, or derived from water occurring above the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vadose",1,1,1 ], "table" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vagabond",1,1,1 ], "a person with no fixed home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagabond",1,1,2 ], "an idle wandering beggar or thief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagabond",1,1,3 ], "of or like a vagabond; shiftless or idle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting the vagus nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagarious",1,1,1 ], "characterized or caused by vagaries; irregular or erratic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagary",1,1,1 ], "an erratic or outlandish notion or action; whim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagina",1,1,1 ], "the cervix of the uterus to an external opening between the labia minora" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vagina",1,1,1 ], "the moist canal in most female mammals, including humans, that extends from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagina",1,1,2 ], "any sheath or sheathlike structure, such as a leaf base that encloses a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaginate",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant parts) having a vagina or sheath sheathed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaginectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of all or part of the vagina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaginectomy",1,1,2 ], "epididymis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vaginectomy",1,1,2 ], "surgical removal of part of the serous sheath surrounding the testis and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaginismus",1,1,1 ], "painful spasm of the vagina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaginitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the vagina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagotomy",1,1,1 ], "patients with severe peptic ulcers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vagotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical division of the vagus nerve, performed to limit gastric secretion in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagotonia",1,1,1 ], "functions controlled by this nerve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vagotonia",1,1,1 ], "pathological overactivity of the vagus nerve, affecting various bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagotropic",1,1,1 ], "(of a drug, etc|) affecting the activity of the vagus nerve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagrancy",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of being a vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagrancy",1,1,2 ], "the conduct or mode of living of a vagrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vagrancy",1,1,3 ], "digression in thought; mental lapse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vague",1,1,1 ], "(of statements, meaning, etc|) not explicit; imprecise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vague",1,1,2 ], "not clearly perceptible or discernible; indistinct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vague",1,1,3 ], "not clearly or definitely established or known" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vague",1,1,4 ], "(of a person or his expression) demonstrating lack of precision or clear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vague",1,1,4 ], "thinking; absent-minded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vagus",1,1,1 ], "the tenth cranial nerve, which supplies the heart, lungs, and viscera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vahana",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vail",1,1,1 ], "submission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vail",1,1,1 ], "to lower (something, such as a weapon), esp| as a sign of deference or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vail",1,1,2 ], "to remove (the hat, cap, etc|) as a mark of respect or meekness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vail",2,2,1 ], "an archaic word for avail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vail",3,2,1 ], "an archaic spelling of veil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vain",1,1,1 ], "inordinately proud of one's appearance, possessions, or achievements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vain",1,1,2 ], "given to ostentatious display, esp| of one's beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vain",1,1,3 ], "worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vain",1,1,4 ], "senseless or futile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vain",1,2,1 ], "in vain| to no avail; fruitlessly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vain",1,2,2 ], "due respect or reverence" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vain",1,2,2 ], "take someone's name in vain| to use the name of someone, esp| God, without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vainglory",1,1,1 ], "boastfulness or vanity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vainglory",1,1,2 ], "ostentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vair",1,1,1 ], "a fur, probably Russian squirrel, used to trim robes in the Middle Ages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vair",1,1,2 ], "one of the two principal furs used on heraldic shields, conventionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vair",1,1,2 ], "represented by white and blue skins in alternate lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valance",1,1,1 ], "a short piece of drapery hung along a shelf, canopy, or bed, or across a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valance",1,1,1 ], "window, to hide structural detail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vale",1,1,1 ], "a literary word for valley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vale",2,1,1 ], "farewell goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valediction",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of saying goodbye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valediction",1,1,2 ], "any valedictory statement, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valence",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for valency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valence",1,1,2 ], "the phenomenon of forming chemical bonds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valency electron",1,1,1 ], "an electron in the outer shell of an atom, responsible for forming chemical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valency electron",1,1,1 ], "bonds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valency",1,1,1 ], "a property of atoms or groups, equal to the number of atoms of hydrogen that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valency",1,1,1 ], "the atom or group could combine with or displace in forming compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valentine",1,1,1 ], "a card or gift expressing love or affection, sent, often anonymously, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valentine",1,1,1 ], "one's sweetheart or satirically to a friend, on Saint Valentine's Day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valentine",1,1,2 ], "a sweetheart selected for such a greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valerian",1,1,1 ], "any of various Eurasian valerianaceous plants of the genus Valeriana, esp| V|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valerian",1,1,1 ], "officinalis, having small white or pinkish flowers and a medicinal root" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valerian",1,1,2 ], "a sedative drug made from the dried roots of V| officinalis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valerianaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Valerianaceae, a family of herbaceous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valerianaceous",1,1,1 ], "plants having the calyx of the flower reduced to a ring of hairs: includes valerian," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valerianaceous",1,1,1 ], "spikenard, and corn salad" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "valeric acid",1,1,1 ], "another name for pentanoic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valeric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or derived from valerian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valet de chambre",1,1,1 ], "the full French term for valet ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valet",1,1,1 ], "a manservant who acts as personal attendant to his employer, looking after his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valet",1,1,1 ], "clothing, serving his meals, etc| French name: valet de chambre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valet",1,1,2 ], "a manservant who attends to the requirements of patrons in a hotel, passengers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valet",1,1,2 ], "on board ship, etc|; steward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valeta",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of veleta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valetudinarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who is chronically sick; invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valetudinarian",1,1,2 ], "a person excessively worried about the state of his health; hypochondriac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valetudinarian",1,1,3 ], "an old person who is in good health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valetudinarian",1,2,1 ], "relating to, marked by, or resulting from poor health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valetudinarian",1,2,2 ], "being a valetudinarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valetudinarian",1,2,3 ], "trying to return to a healthy state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valgus",1,1,1 ], "displaced or twisted away from the midline of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valiant",1,1,1,1 ], "courageous, intrepid, or stout-hearted; brave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valiant",1,1,2 ], "marked by bravery or courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,1 ], "having some foundation; based on truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,2 ], "legally acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,2,1 ], "having legal force; effective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,2,2 ], "having legal authority; binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,3 ], "having some force or cogency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,4 ], "(of an inference) having premisses and a conclusion so related that if the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,4 ], "more premisses are false" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,4 ], "premisses are true, the conclusion must be true: the conclusion will be false if one or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valid",1,1,5 ], "healthy or strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "validate",1,1,1 ], "to confirm or corroborate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "validate",1,1,2 ], "to give legal force or official confirmation to; declare legally valid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valine",1,1,1 ], "a sweet-tasting amino acid that is essential to human beings for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valine",1,1,1 ], "maintenance of health; 2-amino-3-methylbutanoic acid| Formula: (CH\3)2CHCH(NH\2)COOH" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valise",1,1,1 ], "a small overnight travelling case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vallation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of building fortifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vallation",1,1,2 ], "a wall or rampart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vallecula",1,1,1 ], "any of various natural depressions or crevices, such as certain fissures of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vallecula",1,1,1 ], "the brain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vallecula",1,1,2 ], "a groove or furrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valley",1,1,1 ], "a long depression in the land surface, usually containing a river, formed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valley",1,1,1 ], "erosion or by movements in the earth's crust" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valley",1,1,2 ], "the broad area drained by a single river system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valley",1,1,3 ], "any elongated depression resembling a valley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valley",1,1,4 ], "the junction of a roof slope with another or with a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valley",1,1,5 ], "relating to or proceeding by way of a valley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valonia",1,1,1 ], "tanning, dyeing, and making ink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valonia",1,1,1 ], "the acorn cups and unripe acorns of the Eurasian oak Quercus aegilops, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valorize",1,1,1 ], "action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valorize",1,1,1 ], "to fix and maintain an artificial price for (a commodity) by governmental" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valour",1,1,1 ], "courage or bravery, esp| in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valse",1,1,1 ], "the French word, esp| used in the titles of some pieces of music, for waltz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuable",1,1,1 ], "having considerable monetary worth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuable",1,1,2 ], "of considerable importance or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuable",1,1,3 ], "able to be valued" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuable",1,2,1 ], "a valuable article of personal property, esp| jewellery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuate",1,1,1 ], "another word for value 12 or evaluate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuation",1,1,1 ], "jewellery, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valuation",1,1,1 ], "the act of valuing, esp| a formal assessment of the worth of property," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuation",1,1,2 ], "the price arrived at by the process of valuing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuator",1,1,1 ], "a person who estimates the value of objects, paintings, etc|; appraiser" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "value added",1,1,1 ], "product" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "value added",1,1,1 ], "the difference between the total revenues of a firm, industry, etc|, and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "value added",1,1,1 ], "throughout an economy (gross value added) represents that economy's gross domestic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "value added",1,1,1 ], "total purchases from other firms, industries, etc| The aggregate of values added" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "value judgment",1,1,1 ], "a subjective assessment based on one's own code of values or that of one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "value judgment",1,1,1 ], "class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "value-added tax",1,1,1 ], "the full name for VAT" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valued policy",1,1,1 ], "an insurance policy in which the amount payable in the event of a valid claim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valued policy",1,1,1 ], "is agreed upon between the company and policyholder when the policy is issued and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valued policy",1,1,1 ], "is not related to the actual value of a loss" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "valueless",1,1,1 ], "having or possessing no value; worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuer",1,1,1 ], "a person who assesses the monetary worth of a work of art, jewel, house, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valuer",1,1,1 ], "appraiser" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valuta",1,1,1 ], "the value of one currency in terms of its exchange rate with another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvate",1,1,1 ], "furnished with a valve or valves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvate",1,1,2 ], "functioning as or resembling a valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvate",1,1,2,1 ], "having or taking place by means of valves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvate",1,1,2,2 ], "(of petals or sepals in the bud) having the margins touching but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvate",1,1,2,2 ], "overlapping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valve gear",1,1,1 ], "a mechanism that operates the valves of a reciprocating engine, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve gear",1,1,1 ], "involving the use of cams, pushrods, rocker arms, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,1 ], "any device that shuts off, starts, regulates, or controls the flow of a fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,2 ], "a flaplike structure in a hollow organ, such as the heart, that controls the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,2 ], "one-way passage of fluid through that organ" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,3 ], "amplification, oscillation, etc| U|S| name: vacuum tube" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,3 ], "an evacuated electron tube containing a cathode, anode, and, usually, one or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,3 ], "anode, electrons emitted from the cathode are attracted to the anode, constituting a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,3 ], "flow of current which can be controlled by a voltage applied to the grid to produce" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,3 ], "more additional control electrodes| When a positive potential is applied to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,4 ], "any of the separable pieces that make up the shell of a mollusc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,5 ], "a device on some brass instruments by which the effective length of the tube" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,5 ], "may be varied to enable a chromatic scale to be produced" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,5,1 ], "any of the several parts that make up a dry dehiscent fruit, esp| a capsule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,5,2 ], "either of the two halves of a diatom cell wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve",1,1,6 ], "a leaf of a double door or of a folding door" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valve-in-head engine",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for overhead-valve engine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, operated by, or having a valve or valves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvular",1,1,2 ], "having the shape or function of a valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvule",1,1,1 ], "a small valve or a part resembling one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "valvulitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of a bodily valve, esp| a heart valve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "val|",1,1,1 ], "valuation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "val|",1,1,2 ], "value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vambrace",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour used to protect the arm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamoose",1,1,1 ], "to leave a place hurriedly; decamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",1,1,1 ], "a seductive woman who exploits men by use of her sexual charms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",1,2,1 ], "to exploit (a man) in the fashion of a vamp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",2,1,1 ], "something patched up to make it look new" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",2,1,2 ], "the reworking of a theme, story, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",2,1,3 ], "an improvised accompaniment, consisting largely of chords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",2,1,4 ], "the front part of the upper of a shoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",2,2,1 ], "to give a vamp (to); make a renovation (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vamp",2,2,2 ], "to improvise (an accompaniment) to (a tune)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vampire bat",1,1,1 ], "any bat, esp| Desmodus rotundus, of the family Desmodontidae of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vampire bat",1,1,1 ], "on the blood of birds and mammals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vampire bat",1,1,1 ], "regions of Central and South America, having sharp incisor and canine teeth and feeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vampire",1,1,1 ], "(in European folklore) a corpse that rises nightly from its grave to drink the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vampire",1,1,1 ], "blood of the living" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vampire",1,1,2 ], "a person who preys mercilessly upon others, such as a blackmailer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vampire",1,1,3 ], "a trapdoor on a stage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vampirism",1,1,1 ], "belief in the existence of vampires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vampirism",1,1,2 ], "the actions of vampires; bloodsucking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vampirism",1,1,3 ], "the act of preying upon or exploiting others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van Eyck",1,1,1 ], "died 1441, Flemish painter founder of the Flemish school of painting| His most" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van Eyck",1,1,1 ], "famous work is the altarpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "van Eyck",1,1,2 ], "The Adoration of the Lamb, in Ghent, in which he may have been assisted by his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van Eyck",1,1,2 ], "brother Hubert , died 1426" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "van der Weyden",1,1,1 ], "1400-64, Flemish painter, esp| of religious works and portraits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",1,1,1 ], "short for caravan ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",1,1,2 ], "a covered motor vehicle for transporting goods, etc|, by road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",1,1,3 ], "a closed railway wagon in which the guard travels, for transporting goods," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",1,1,3 ], "mail, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "van",2,1,1 ], "short for vanguard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",3,1,1 ], "short for advantage|Usual U|S| word: ad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",3,1,2 ], "van in| an advantage scored by the server" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",3,1,3 ], "van out| an advantage scored by the receiver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",4,1,1 ], "any device for winnowing corn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van",4,1,2 ], "an archaic or poetic word for wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van't Hoff",1,1,1 ], "1852-1911, Dutch physical chemist: founded stereochemistry with his theory of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "van't Hoff",1,1,1 ], "Nobel prize for chemistry (1901)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "van't Hoff",1,1,1 ], "the asymmetric carbon atom the first to apply thermodynamics to chemical reactions:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanadate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of a vanadic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanadic acid",1,1,1 ], "HVO4 (metavanadic acid), and H4V2O7 (pyrovanadic acid), known chiefly in the form of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanadic acid",1,1,1 ], "any one of various oxyacids of vanadium, such as H3VO4 (orthovanadic acid)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanadic acid",1,1,1 ], "their vanadate salts" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vanadic",1,1,1 ], "of or containing vanadium, esp| in a trivalent or pentavalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanadinite",1,1,1 ], "a red, yellow, or brownish mineral consisting of a chloride and vanadate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanadinite",1,1,1 ], "desert regions and is a source of vanadium| Formula: Pb5(VO\4)3Cl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vanadinite",1,1,1 ], "lead in hexagonal crystalline form| It results from weathering of lead ores in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanadium",1,1,1 ], "1890 degrees C; boiling pt|: 3380 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vanadium",1,1,1 ], "a toxic silvery-white metallic element occurring chiefly in carnotite and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanadium",1,1,1 ], "atomic no|: 23; atomic wt|: 50|94; valency: 2-5; relative density: 6|1; melting pt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vanadium",1,1,1 ], "vanadinite and used in steel alloys, high-speed tools, and as a catalyst| Symbol: V;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanadous",1,1,1 ], "of or containing vanadium, esp| in a divalent or trivalent state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanaspati",1,1,1 ], "a hydrogenated vegetable fat commonly used in India as a substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanaspati",1,1,1 ], "butter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanda",1,1,1 ], "any epiphytic orchid of the E hemisphere genus Vanda, having white, mauve," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanda",1,1,1 ], "blue, or greenish fragrant flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vandal",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who deliberately causes damage or destruction to personal or public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vandal",1,1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vandal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vandalism",1,1,1 ], "destruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vandalism",1,1,1 ], "the wanton or deliberate destruction caused by a vandal or an instance of such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vandalize",1,1,1 ], "to destroy or damage (something) by an act of vandalism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,1 ], "a flat plate or blade of metal mounted on a vertical axis in an exposed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,1 ], "position to indicate wind direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,2 ], "any one of the flat blades or sails forming part of the wheel of a windmill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,3 ], "any flat or shaped plate used to direct fluid flow, esp| a stator blade in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,3 ], "turbine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,4 ], "a fin or plate fitted to a projectile or missile to provide stabilization or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,4 ], "guidance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,5 ], "the flat part of a feather, consisting of two rows of barbs on either side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,5 ], "the shaft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,5,1 ], "a sight on a quadrant or compass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vane",1,1,5,2 ], "the movable marker on a levelling staff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vang",1,1,1 ], "a rope or tackle extended from the boom of a fore-and-aft mainsail to a deck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vang",1,1,1 ], "fitting of a vessel when running, in order to keep the boom from riding up" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vang",1,1,2 ], "a guy extending from the end of a gaff to the vessel's rail on each side," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vang",1,1,2 ], "used for steadying the gaff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanguard",1,1,1 ], "the leading division or units of an army" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanguard",1,1,2 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanguard",1,1,2 ], "the leading position in any movement or field, or the people who occupy such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanilla",1,1,1 ], "any tropical climbing orchid of the genus Vanilla, esp| V| plonifolia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanilla",1,1,1 ], "seeds (beans)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vanilla",1,1,1 ], "spikes of large fragrant greenish-yellow flowers and long fleshy pods containing the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanilla",1,1,2 ], "the pod or bean of certain of these plants, used to flavour food, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanilla",1,1,3 ], "a flavouring extract prepared from vanilla beans and used in cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanillic",1,1,1 ], "of, resembling, containing, or derived from vanilla or vanillin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanillin",1,1,1 ], "(CH\3O)(OH)C6H3CHO" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vanillin",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline aldehyde found in vanilla and many natural balsams and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanillin",1,1,1 ], "resins; 3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde| It is a by-product of paper manufacture and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanillin",1,1,1 ], "used as a flavouring and in perfumes and pharmaceuticals| Formula:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vanish",1,1,1 ], "to disappear, esp| suddenly or mysteriously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanish",1,1,2 ], "to cease to exist; fade away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanish",1,1,3 ], "to become zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanish",1,2,1 ], "the second and weaker of the two vowels in a falling diphthong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanishing cream",1,1,1 ], "a cosmetic cream that is colourless once applied, used as a foundation for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanishing cream",1,1,1 ], "powder or as a cleansing or moisturizing cream" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanishing point",1,1,1 ], "perspective, usually on the horizon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanishing point",1,1,1 ], "the point to which parallel lines appear to converge in the rendering of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanishing point",1,1,2 ], "a point in space or time at or beyond which something disappears or ceases to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanishing point",1,1,2 ], "exist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanity case",1,1,1 ], "a woman's small hand case used to carry cosmetics, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanity unit",1,1,1 ], "a hand basin built into a wooden Formica-covered or tiled top, usually with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanity unit",1,1,1 ], "built-in cupboard below it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vanity",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being vain; excessive pride or conceit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanity",1,1,2 ], "ostentation occasioned by ambition or pride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanity",1,1,3 ], "an instance of being vain or something about which one is vain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanity",1,1,4 ], "the state or quality of being valueless, futile, or unreal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanity",1,1,5 ], "something that is worthless or useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanquish",1,1,1 ], "to defeat or overcome in a battle, contest, etc|; conquer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanquish",1,1,2 ], "to defeat or overcome in argument or debate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanquish",1,1,3 ], "to conquer (an emotion)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vantage ground",1,1,1 ], "a position or condition affording superiority or advantage over or as if over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vantage ground",1,1,1 ], "an opponent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vantage point",1,1,1 ], "a position or place that allows one a wide or favourable overall view of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vantage point",1,1,1 ], "scene or situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vantage",1,1,1 ], "a state, position, or opportunity affording superiority or advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vantage",1,1,2 ], "superiority or benefit accruing from such a position, state, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vantage",1,1,3 ], "short for advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vanward",1,2,1 ], "in or towards the front" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapid",1,1,1 ], "bereft of strength, sharpness, flavour, etc|; flat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapid",1,1,2 ], "boring or dull; lifeless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapor",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporescence",1,1,1 ], "the production or formation of vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporetto",1,1,1 ], "a steam-powered passenger boat, as used on the canals in Venice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporific",1,1,1 ], "producing, causing, or tending to produce vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporific",1,1,2 ], "of, concerned with, or having the nature of vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporific",1,1,3 ], "tending to become vapour; volatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporimeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring vapour pressure, used to determine the volatility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporimeter",1,1,1 ], "of oils or the amount of alcohol in alcoholic liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vaporize",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change into vapour or into the gaseous state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporize",1,1,2 ], "to evaporate or disappear or cause to evaporate or disappear, esp| suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporize",1,2,1 ], "to brag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporizer",1,1,1 ], "a substance that vaporizes or a device that causes vaporization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporizer",1,1,2 ], "a device that produces steam or atomizes medication for inhalation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporous",1,1,1 ], "resembling or full of vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporous",1,1,2 ], "another word for vaporific" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporous",1,1,3 ], "lacking permanence or substance; ephemeral or fanciful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporous",1,1,4 ], "given to foolish imaginings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaporous",1,1,5 ], "dulled or obscured by an atmosphere of vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour density",1,1,1 ], "temperature and pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vapour density",1,1,1 ], "the ratio of the density of a gas or vapour to that of hydrogen at the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour lock",1,1,1 ], "a stoppage in a pipe carrying a liquid caused by a bubble of gas, esp| such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour lock",1,1,1 ], "internal-combustion engine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vapour lock",1,1,1 ], "stoppage caused by vaporization of the petrol in the pipe feeding the carburettor of an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vapour pressure",1,1,1 ], "the pressure exerted by a vapour, esp| that exerted by a vapour in equilibrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour pressure",1,1,1 ], "with its solid or liquid phase at a particular temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vapour trail",1,1,1 ], "a visible trail of condensed vapour left by an aircraft flying at high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour trail",1,1,1 ], "altitude or through supercooled air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,1 ], "clouds, smoke, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,1 ], "particles of moisture or other substance suspended in air and visible as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,2 ], "a gaseous substance at a temperature below its critical temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,3 ], "a substance that is in a gaseous state at a temperature below its boiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,3 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,4 ], "something fanciful that lacks substance or permanence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,5 ], "the result of vaporous exhalations from the stomach" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,1,5 ], "the vapours| Archaic| a depressed mental condition believed originally to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,2,1 ], "to evaporate or cause to evaporate; vaporize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vapour",1,3,1 ], "to make vain empty boasts; brag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "var",1,1,1 ], "a unit of reactive power of an alternating current, equal to the product of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "var",1,1,1 ], "the current measured in amperes and the voltage measured in volts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vara",1,1,1 ], "108 centimetres)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vara",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length used in Spain, Portugal, and South America and having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vara",1,1,1 ], "different values in different localities, usually between 32 and 43 inches (about 80 to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varactor",1,1,1 ], "a semiconductor diode that acts as a voltage-dependent capacitor, being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varactor",1,1,1 ], "operated with a reverse bias" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varec",1,1,1 ], "another name for kelp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varec",1,1,2 ], "the ash obtained from kelp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varia",1,1,1 ], "a collection or miscellany, esp| of literary works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable cost",1,1,1 ], "a cost that varies directly with output" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable star",1,1,1 ], "any star that varies considerably in brightness, either irregularly or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable star",1,1,1 ], "changes, include novae, supernovae, and pulsating stars" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "variable star",1,1,1 ], "regular periods| Intrinsic variables, in which the variation is a result of internal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,1 ], "liable to or capable of change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,2 ], "(of behaviour, opinions, emotions, etc|) lacking constancy; fickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,3 ], "having a range of possible values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,4 ], "(of a species, characteristic, etc|) liable to deviate from the established" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,4 ], "type" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,5 ], "(of a wind) varying its direction and intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,6 ], "(of an electrical component or device) designed so that a characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,1,6 ], "property, such as resistance, can be varied" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,2,1 ], "something that is subject to variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,2,1,1 ], "a quantity or function that can assume any of a set of specified values" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,2,1,2 ], "a symbol, esp| x, y, or z, representing any unspecified number, quantity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,2,1,2 ], "point, etc|, belonging to a set" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,2,2 ], "a symbol, esp| x, y, z, representing any member of a class of entities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,2,3 ], "a variable wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variable",1,2,4 ], "a region where variable winds occur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,1 ], "discrepancy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,1 ], "the act of varying or the quality, state, or degree of being divergent;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,2 ], "an instance of diverging; dissension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,3 ], "at variance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,3,1 ], "(often foll| by with)(of facts, etc|) not in accord; conflicting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,3,2 ], "(of persons) in a state of dissension" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,4 ], "a measure of dispersion obtained by taking the mean of the squared deviations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,4 ], "of the observed values from their mean in a frequency distribution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,5 ], "a difference or discrepancy between two steps in a legal proceeding, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,5 ], "between a statement in a pleading and the evidence given to support it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,6 ], "(in the U|S|) a licence or authority to contravene the usual rule, esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,6 ], "build contrary to the provision of a zoning code" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,7 ], "the number of degrees of freedom of a system, used in the phase rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variance",1,1,8 ], "the difference between actual and standard costs of production" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variant",1,1,1 ], "liable to or displaying variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variant",1,1,2 ], "deviating from a norm, standard, or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variant",1,1,3 ], "not constant; fickle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variant",1,2,1 ], "something that deviates or varies from a norm, standard, or type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variant",1,2,2 ], "another word for variate ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variate",1,1,1 ], "a random variable or a numerical value taken by it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variate",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for variant ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, condition, or result of changing or varying; diversity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,2 ], "an instance of varying or the amount, rate, or degree of such change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,3 ], "something that deviates from a standard, convention, or norm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,3,1 ], "a marked deviation from the typical form or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,3,1 ], "a repetition of a musical theme in which the rhythm, harmony, or melody are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,3,1 ], "altered or embellished" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,3,2 ], "a characteristic or an organism showing this deviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,3,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,4 ], "any change in or deviation from the mean motion or orbit of a planet," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,4 ], "satellite, etc|, esp| a perturbation of the moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,5 ], "another word for magnetic declination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,6 ], "a solo dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,7 ], "any form of morphophonemic change, such as one involved in inflection," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variation",1,1,7 ], "conjugation, or vowel mutation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varicella",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for chickenpox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicellate",1,1,1 ], "(of certain shells) marked on the surface with small ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicelloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling chickenpox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varices",1,1,1 ], "the plural of varix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varico-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a varix or varicose veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicocele",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal distension of the veins of the spermatic cord in the scrotum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicoloured",1,1,1 ], "having many colours; variegated; motley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicose veins",1,1,1 ], "a condition in which the superficial veins, esp| of the legs, become tortuous," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicose veins",1,1,1 ], "knotted, and swollen: caused by a defect in the venous valves or in the venous pump that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varicose veins",1,1,1 ], "normally moves the blood out of the legs when standing for long periods" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "varicose",1,1,1 ], "of or resulting from varicose veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicosis",1,1,1 ], "any condition characterized by distension of the veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicosity",1,1,1 ], "the state, condition, or quality of being varicose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicosity",1,1,2 ], "an abnormally distended vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varicotomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical excision of a varicose vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varied",1,1,1 ], "displaying or characterized by variety; diverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varied",1,1,2 ], "modified or altered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varied",1,1,3 ], "varicoloured; variegated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variegate",1,1,1 ], "to alter the appearance of, esp| by adding different colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variegate",1,1,2 ], "to impart variety to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variegated",1,1,1 ], "displaying differently coloured spots, patches, streaks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variegated",1,1,2 ], "(of foliage or flowers) having pale patches as a result of mutation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variegated",1,1,2 ], "infection, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varietal",1,1,1 ], "biological variety" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varietal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, characteristic of, designating, or forming a variety, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variety meat",1,1,1 ], "processed meat, such as sausage, or offal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variety",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being diversified or various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variety",1,1,2 ], "a collection of unlike things, esp| of the same general group; assortment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variety",1,1,3 ], "a different form or kind within a general category; sort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variety",1,1,4 ], "a type of animal or plant produced by artificial breeding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variety",1,1,4,1 ], "entertainment consisting of a series of short unrelated performances or acts," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variety",1,1,4,1 ], "such as comedy turns, songs, dances, sketches, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variety",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variform",1,1,1 ], "varying in form or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vario-",1,1,1 ], "indicating variety or difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variola",1,1,1 ], "the technical name for smallpox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variolate",1,1,1 ], "to inoculate with the smallpox virus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variolate",1,2,1 ], "marked or pitted with or as if with the scars of smallpox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variole",1,1,1 ], "any of the rounded masses that make up the rock variolite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variolite",1,1,1 ], "any basic igneous rock containing rounded bodies (varioles) consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variolite",1,1,1 ], "radiating crystal fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varioloid",1,1,1 ], "resembling smallpox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varioloid",1,2,1 ], "a mild form of smallpox occurring in persons with partial immunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variolous",1,1,1 ], "relating to or resembling smallpox; variolar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring variations in a magnetic field, used esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variometer",1,1,1 ], "studying the magnetic field of the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variometer",1,1,2 ], "a variable inductor consisting of a movable coil mounted inside and connected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variometer",1,1,2 ], "in series with a fixed coil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variometer",1,1,3 ], "a sensitive rate-of-climb indicator, used mainly in gliders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variorum",1,1,1 ], "containing notes by various scholars or critics or various versions of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variorum",1,1,1 ], "text" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "variorum",1,2,1 ], "an edition or text of this kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "various",1,1,1,1 ], "several different" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "various",1,1,1,2 ], "Not standard: various of them came" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "various",1,2,1 ], "of different kinds, though often within the same general category; diverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "various",1,2,2 ], "relating to a collection of separate persons or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "various",1,2,3 ], "displaying variety; many-sided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "various",1,2,4 ], "variegated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "various",1,2,5 ], "inconstant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "variscite",1,1,1 ], "a green secondary mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varistor",1,1,1 ], "a two-electrode semiconductor device having a voltage-dependent non-linear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varistor",1,1,1 ], "resistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varitype",1,1,1 ], "to produce (copy) on a Varityper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varitype",1,2,1 ], "copy produced on a Varityper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varix",1,1,1,1 ], "a tortuous dilated vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varix",1,1,1,2 ], "arterial varix" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varlet",1,1,1 ], "a menial servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varlet",1,1,2 ], "a knight's page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varlet",1,1,3 ], "a rascal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varletry",1,1,1 ], "the| rabble; mob" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varletry",1,1,2 ], "varlets collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varmint",1,1,1 ], "an irritating or obnoxious person or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varna",1,1,1 ], "any of the four Hindu castes; Brahman, Kshatriya, Vaisya, or Sudra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish tree",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees, such as the lacquer tree, yielding substances used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish tree",1,1,1 ], "make varnish or lacquer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,1 ], "a preparation consisting of a solvent, a drying oil, and usually resin," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,1 ], "hard glossy, usually transparent, coating" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,1 ], "rubber, bitumen, etc|, for application to a surface where it polymerizes to yield a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,2 ], "a similar preparation consisting of a substance, such as shellac or cellulose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,2 ], "ester, dissolved in a volatile solvent, such as alcohol| It hardens to a film on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,2 ], "evaporation of the solvent" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,3 ], "the sap of certain trees used to produce such a coating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,4 ], "a smooth surface, coated with or as with varnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,5 ], "an artificial, superficial, or deceptively pleasing manner, covering, etc|;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,5 ], "veneer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,1,6 ], "another word for nail polish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,2,1 ], "to cover with varnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,2,2 ], "to give a smooth surface to, as if by painting with varnish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,2,3 ], "to impart a more attractive appearance to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varnish",1,2,4 ], "to make superficially attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varsity",1,1,1 ], "Cambridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varsity",1,1,1 ], "short for university: formerly used esp| at the universities of Oxford and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varus",1,1,1 ], "turned inwards towards the midline of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varve",1,1,1 ], "a band of sediment deposited in glacial lakes, consisting of a light layer and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "varve",1,1,1 ], "a dark layer deposited at different seasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "varve",1,1,2 ], "either of the layers of sediment making up this band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vary",1,1,1 ], "character, form, attribute, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vary",1,1,1 ], "to cause or undergo change, alteration, or modification in appearance," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vary",1,1,2 ], "to be different or cause to be different; be subject to change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vary",1,2,1 ], "to give variety to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vary",1,3,1 ], "to deviate, as from a convention, standard, norm, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vary",1,4,1 ], "to change in accordance with another variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vary",1,5,1 ], "to modify (a theme) by the use of variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "var|",1,1,1 ], "variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "var|",1,1,2 ], "variant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "var|",1,1,3 ], "variation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "var|",1,1,4 ], "variety" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "var|",1,1,5 ], "various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vas deferens",1,1,1 ], "the duct within each testis that conveys spermatozoa from the epididymis to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vas deferens",1,1,1 ], "the ejaculatory duct" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vas",1,1,1 ], "a vessel, duct, or tube that carries a fluid|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vas-",1,1,1 ], "variant of vaso- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vascular bundle",1,1,1 ], "a longitudinal strand of vascular tissue in the stems and leaves of higher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vascular bundle",1,1,1 ], "plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vascular ray",1,1,1 ], "another name for medullary ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vascular tissue",1,1,1 ], "a continuous system throughout the plant: it conducts water, mineral salts, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vascular tissue",1,1,1 ], "synthesized food substances and provides mechanical support" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vascular tissue",1,1,1 ], "tissue of higher plants consisting mainly of xylem and phloem and occurring as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vascular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having vessels that conduct and circulate fluids|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vascularization",1,1,1 ], "the development of blood vessels in an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasculum",1,1,1 ], "a metal box used by botanists in the field for carrying botanical specimens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vase",1,1,1 ], "a vessel used as an ornament or for holding cut flowers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasectomy",1,1,1 ], "contraception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vasectomy",1,1,1 ], "surgical removal of all or part of the vas deferens, esp| as a method of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaso-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a blood vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaso-",1,1,2 ], "indicating the vas deferens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasoconstrictor",1,1,1 ], "a drug, agent, or nerve that causes narrowing (vasoconstriction) of the walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasoconstrictor",1,1,1 ], "of blood vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vasoconstrictor",1,2,1 ], "causing vasoconstriction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasodilator",1,1,1 ], "a drug, agent, or nerve that can cause dilation (vasodilation) of the walls of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasodilator",1,1,1 ], "blood vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vasodilator",1,2,1 ], "causing vasodilation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasoinhibitor",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of drugs that reduce or inhibit the action of the vasomotor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasoinhibitor",1,1,1 ], "nerves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vasomotor",1,1,1 ], "(of a drug, agent, nerve, etc|) relating to or affecting the diameter of blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasomotor",1,1,1 ], "vessels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vasopressin",1,1,1 ], "It increases the reabsorption of water by the kidney tubules and increases blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vasopressin",1,1,1 ], "a polypeptide hormone secreted by the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasopressin",1,1,1 ], "pressure by constricting the arteries| Chemical name: beta-hypophamine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vassal",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) a man who entered into a personal relationship with a lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassal",1,1,1 ], "to whom he paid homage and fealty in return for protection and often a fief" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vassal",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, nation, etc|, in a subordinate, suppliant, or dependent position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassal",1,1,1,1 ], "relative to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vassal",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassal",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to a vassal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassalage",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in feudal society)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassalage",1,1,1,1 ], "liable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vassalage",1,1,1,1 ], "the condition of being a vassal or the obligations to which a vassal was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassalage",1,1,1,2 ], "the relationship between a vassal and his lord" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassalage",1,1,2 ], "subjection, servitude, or dependence in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassalage",1,1,3 ], "vassals collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vassalize",1,1,1 ], "to make a vassal of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vast",1,1,1 ], "unusually large in size, extent, degree, or number; immense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vast",1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vast",1,2,1 ], "the vast| Chiefly poetic| immense or boundless space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vast",1,2,2 ], "a very great amount or number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vastitude",1,1,1 ], "the condition or quality of being vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vastitude",1,1,2 ], "a vast space, expanse, extent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasty",1,1,1 ], "vastier, vastiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vasty",1,1,2 ], "an archaic or poetic word for vast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vat dye",1,1,1 ], "a dye, such as indigo, that is applied by first reducing it to its leuco base," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vat dye",1,1,1 ], "the fibres of the material" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vat dye",1,1,1 ], "which is soluble in alkali, and then regenerating the insoluble dye by oxidation in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet; oracular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaticide",1,1,1,1 ], "the murder of a prophet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaticide",1,1,1,2 ], "a person guilty of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaticinate",1,1,1 ], "to foretell; prophesy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaudeville",1,1,1 ], "song-and-dance routines, animal acts, etc|, popular esp| in the early 20th century" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vaudeville",1,1,1 ], "variety entertainment consisting of short acts such as acrobatic turns," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaudeville",1,1,2 ], "a light or comic theatrical piece interspersed with songs and dances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,1 ], "an arched structure that forms a roof or ceiling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,2 ], "a room, esp| a cellar, having an arched roof down to floor level" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,3 ], "a burial chamber, esp| when underground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,4 ], "a strongroom for the safe deposit and storage of valuables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,5 ], "an underground room or part of such a room, used for the storage of wine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,5 ], "food, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,6 ], "any arched or domed bodily cavity or space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,1,7 ], "something suggestive of an arched structure, as the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with or as if with an arched roof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,3,1 ], "to construct in the shape of a vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",1,4,1 ], "to curve, arch, or bend in the shape of a vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",2,1,1 ], "resting on the object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vault",2,1,1 ], "to spring over (an object), esp| with the aid of a long pole or with the hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",2,2,1 ], "to do, achieve, or attain something as if by a leap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",2,2,2 ], "to perform or cause to perform a curvet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",2,3,1 ], "the act of vaulting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vault",2,3,2 ], "a low leap; curvet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaulting",1,1,1 ], "one or more vaults in a building or such structures considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaulting",2,1,1 ], "excessively confident; overreaching; exaggerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaulting",2,1,2 ], "used to vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaunt",1,1,1 ], "boastfully" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vaunt",1,1,1 ], "to describe, praise, or display (one's success, possessions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaunt",1,2,1 ], "to use boastful language; brag" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaunt",1,3,1 ], "a boast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaunt",1,3,2 ], "ostentatious display" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vaunt-courier",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that goes in advance; forerunner; herald" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vav",1,1,1 ], "called: waw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vav",1,1,1 ], "the sixth letter of the Hebrew alphabet (,) transliterated as v or w|Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vavasor",1,1,1 ], "(in feudal society) the noble or knightly vassal of a baron or other vassal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vb|",1,1,1 ], "verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veal",1,1,1 ], "the flesh of the calf used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veal",1,1,2 ], "a calf, esp| one bred for eating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vealer",1,1,1 ], "another name for veal ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vector field",1,1,1 ], "a region of space under the influence of some vector quantity, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vector field",1,1,1 ], "magnetic field strength, in which each point can be described by a vector" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vector product",1,1,1 ], "AB" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vector product",1,1,1 ], "Its direction is perpendicular to the plane of the given vectors| Written: AB or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vector product",1,1,1 ], "product of the magnitudes of the given vectors and the sine of the angle between them|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vector product",1,1,1 ], "the product of two vectors that is itself a vector, whose magnitude is the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vector sum",1,1,1 ], "a vector whose length and direction are represented by a line joining the two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vector sum",1,1,1 ], "end points of a figure whose sides represent the lengths and directions of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vector sum",1,1,1 ], "given vectors" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vedalia",1,1,1 ], "an Australian ladybird, Rodolia cardinalis, introduced elsewhere to control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vedalia",1,1,1 ], "the scale insect Icerya purchasi, which is a pest of citrus fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vedette",1,1,1 ], "a small patrol vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vedette",1,1,2 ], "a mounted sentry posted forward of a formation's position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,1,1 ], "to alter direction; swing around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,2,1 ], "to change from one position, opinion, etc|, to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,3,1 ], "(of the wind)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,3,1,1 ], "the southern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,3,1,1 ], "to change direction clockwise in the northern hemisphere and anticlockwise in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,3,1,2 ], "Nautical| to blow from a direction nearer the stern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,3,2 ], "to steer (a vessel) off the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",1,4,1 ], "a change of course or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veer",2,1,1 ], "to slacken or pay out (cable or chain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veery",1,1,1 ], "a tawny brown North American thrush, Hylocichla fuscescens, with a slightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veery",1,1,1 ], "spotted grey breast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veg",1,1,1 ], "a vegetable or vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegan",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises strict vegetarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable butter",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of vegetable fats having the consistency of butter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable ivory",1,1,1 ], "the hard whitish material obtained from the endosperm of the ivory nut: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable ivory",1,1,1 ], "to make buttons, ornaments, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable ivory",1,1,2 ], "another name for the ivory nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable kingdom",1,1,1 ], "another name for plant kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable marrow",1,1,1 ], "a cucurbitaceous plant, Cucurbita pepo, probably native to America but widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable marrow",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its oblong green striped fruit, which is eaten as a vegetable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable marrow",1,1,2 ], "shortened to marrow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable marrow",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant| Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable oil",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of oils that are esters of fatty acids and glycerol and are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable oil",1,1,1 ], "obtained from plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable oyster",1,1,1 ], "another name for salsify ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable silk",1,1,1 ], "any of various silky fibres obtained from the seed pods of certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable sponge",1,1,1 ], "another name for dishcloth gourd" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable tallow",1,1,1 ], "any of various types of tallow that are obtained from plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable wax",1,1,1 ], "any of various waxes that occur on parts of certain plants, esp| the trunks of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable wax",1,1,1 ], "certain palms, and prevent loss of water from the plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,1 ], "any of various herbaceous plants having parts that are used as food, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,1 ], "peas, beans, cabbage, potatoes, cauliflower, and onions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,2 ], "a person who has lost control of his mental faculties, limbs, etc|, as from an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,2 ], "injury, mental disease, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,2,1 ], "a dull inactive person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,3 ], "consisting of or made from edible vegetables" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, characteristic of, derived from, or consisting of plants or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,4 ], "plant material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetable",1,1,5 ], "any member of the plant kingdom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of vegetables or plant life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to processes in plants and animals that do not involve sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetal",1,1,2 ], "reproduction; vegetative" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetarian",1,1,1 ], "a person who advocates or practises vegetarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetarian",1,2,1 ], "relating to, advocating, or practising vegetarianism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetarian",1,2,2 ], "cheese, eggs, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetarian",1,2,2 ], "strictly, consisting of vegetables and fruit only, but usually including milk," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetarianism",1,1,1 ], "diet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vegetarianism",1,1,1 ], "the case of vegans, all animal products (such as eggs, cheese, etc|) from one's" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetarianism",1,1,1 ], "the principle or practice of excluding all meat and fish, and sometimes, in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetate",1,1,1 ], "to grow like a plant; sprout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetate",1,1,2 ], "to lead a life characterized by monotony, passivity, or mental inactivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetate",1,1,3 ], "(of a wart, polyp, etc|) to develop fleshy outgrowths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetation",1,1,1 ], "plant life as a whole, esp| the plant life of a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetation",1,1,2 ], "the process of vegetating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetation",1,1,3 ], "any abnormal growth, excrescence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetation",1,1,4 ], "a vegetative existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetative",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or concerned with vegetation, plant life, or plant growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetative",1,1,2 ], "(of reproduction) characterized by asexual processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetative",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to functions such as digestion, growth, and circulation rather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vegetative",1,1,3 ], "than sexual reproduction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vegetative",1,1,4 ], "(of a style of living, etc|) dull, stagnant, unthinking, or passive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehement",1,1,1 ], "marked by intensity of feeling or conviction; emphatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehement",1,1,2 ], "(of actions, gestures, etc|) characterized by great energy, vigour, or force;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehement",1,1,2 ], "furious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,1 ], "any conveyance in or by which people or objects are transported, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,1 ], "fitted with wheels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,2 ], "a medium for the expression, communication, or achievement of ideas," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,2 ], "information, power, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,3 ], "a therapeutically inactive substance mixed with the active ingredient to give" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,3 ], "bulk to a medicine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,4 ], "a painting medium, such as oil, in which pigments are suspended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,5 ], "(in the performing arts) a play, musical composition, etc|, that enables a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,5 ], "particular performer to display his talents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vehicle",1,1,6 ], "a rocket excluding its payload" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,1 ], "a piece of more or less transparent material, usually attached to a hat or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,1 ], "headdress, used to conceal or protect a woman's face and head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,2 ], "part of a nun's headdress falling round the face onto the shoulders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,3 ], "something that covers, conceals, or separates; mask" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,4 ], "by it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,4 ], "the veil| the life of a nun in a religious order and the obligations entailed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,5 ], "take the veil| to become a nun" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,6 ], "a membranous structure, esp| the thin layer of cells covering a young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,6 ], "mushroom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,1,7 ], "another word for caul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,2,1 ], "to cover, conceal, or separate with or as if with a veil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veil",1,2,2 ], "to wear or put on a veil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veiled",1,1,1 ], "disguised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veiled",1,1,2 ], "(of sound, tone, the voice, etc|) not distinct; muffled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veiling",1,1,1 ], "a veil or the fabric used for veils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,1 ], "any of the tubular vessels that convey oxygen-depleted blood to the heart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,2 ], "any of the hollow branching tubes that form the supporting framework of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,2 ], "insect's wing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,3 ], "any of the vascular bundles of a leaf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,4 ], "a clearly defined mass of ore, mineral, etc|, typically occurring as a thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,4 ], "layer in a rock fissure or between rock strata" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,5 ], "an irregular streak of colour or alien substance in marble, wood, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,5 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,6 ], "a natural underground watercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,7 ], "a crack or fissure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,8 ], "a distinctive trait or quality in speech, writing, character, etc|; strain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,1,9 ], "a temporary disposition, attitude, or temper; mood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,2,1 ], "to diffuse over or cause to diffuse over in streaked patterns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vein",1,2,2 ], "to fill, furnish, or mark with or as if with veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veining",1,1,1 ], "a pattern or network of veins or streaks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veinlet",1,1,1 ], "any small vein or venule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veinstone",1,1,1 ], "another word for gangue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veinule",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of venule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velamen",1,1,1 ], "and aroids and absorbs moisture from the surroundings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velamen",1,1,1 ], "the thick layer of dead cells that covers the aerial roots of certain orchids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velamen",1,1,2 ], "another word for velum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velar",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or attached to a velum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velar",1,1,2 ], "(k), (g), or (&n)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velar",1,1,2 ], "articulated with the soft palate and the back of the tongue, as in the sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velarium",1,1,1 ], "amphitheatres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velarium",1,1,1 ], "an awning used to protect the audience in ancient Roman theatres and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velarize",1,1,1 ], "articulation at the soft palate, as in dark (l) in English tall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velarize",1,1,1 ], "to pronounce or supplement the pronunciation of (a speech sound) with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velate",1,1,1 ], "having or covered with velum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veld",1,1,1 ], "elevated open grassland in Southern Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veldskoen",1,1,1 ], "an ankle-length boot of soft but strong rawhide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veleta",1,1,1 ], "a ballroom dance in triple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veliger",1,1,1 ], "ciliated velum used for feeding and locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veliger",1,1,1 ], "the free-swimming larva of many molluscs, having a rudimentary shell and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velites",1,1,1 ], "light-armed troops in ancient Rome, drawn from the poorer classes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velleity",1,1,1 ], "the weakest level of desire or volition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velleity",1,1,2 ], "a mere wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vellicate",1,1,1 ], "to twitch, pluck, or pinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vellum",1,1,1 ], "a fine parchment prepared from the skin of a calf, kid, or lamb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vellum",1,1,2 ], "a work printed or written on vellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vellum",1,1,3 ], "a creamy coloured heavy paper resembling vellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vellum",1,2,1 ], "made of or resembling vellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vellum",1,2,2 ], "(of a book) bound in vellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veloce",1,2,1 ], "to be played rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velocipede",1,1,1 ], "an early form of bicycle propelled by pushing along the ground with the feet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velocipede",1,1,2 ], "any early form of bicycle or tricycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velocity modulation",1,1,1 ], "the beam through a high-frequency electric field, as in a cavity resonator" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velocity modulation",1,1,1 ], "the modulation in velocity of a beam of electrons or ions caused by passing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velocity",1,1,1 ], "speed of motion, action, or operation; rapidity; swiftness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velocity",1,1,1,1 ], "a measure of the rate of motion of a body expressed as the rate of change of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velocity",1,1,1,1 ], "its position in a particular direction with time| It is measured in metres per" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velocity",1,1,1,1 ], "second, miles per hour, etc| Symbol: u, v, w" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "velocity",1,1,1,2 ], "another word for speed ,1,3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velodrome",1,1,1 ], "an arena with a banked track for cycle racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velours",1,1,1 ], "any of various fabrics with a velvet-like finish, used for upholstery, coats," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velours",1,1,1 ], "hats, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velout",1,1,1 ], "a rich white sauce or soup made from stock, egg yolks, and cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velum",1,1,1 ], "any of various membranous structures, such as the ciliated oral membrane of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velum",1,1,1 ], "certain mollusc larvae or the veil-like membrane running around the rim of a jellyfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velum",1,1,2 ], "any of various veil-like bodily structures, esp| the soft palate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velum",1,1,3 ], "another word for veil ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velure",1,1,1 ], "velvet or a similar fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velure",1,1,2 ], "a hatter's pad, used for smoothing silk hats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velutinous",1,1,1 ], "covered with short dense soft hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet scoter",1,1,1 ], "a European sea duck, Melanitta fusca, the male of which has a black plumage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet scoter",1,1,1 ], "with white patches below the eyes and on the wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velvet stout",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for black velvet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,1,1 ], "a fabric of silk, cotton, nylon, etc|, with a thick close soft usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,1,1 ], "lustrous pile" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,2 ], "anything with a smooth soft surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,2,1 ], "smoothness; softness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,3 ], "the furry covering of the newly formed antlers of a deer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,3,1 ], "gambling or speculative winnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,3,2 ], "a gain, esp| when unexpectedly high" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,4 ], "on velvet| Slang| in a condition of ease, advantage, or wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,5 ], "determination (esp| in the phrase an iron hand in a velvet glove)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velvet",1,1,5 ], "velvet glove| gentleness or caution, often concealing strength or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velveteen",1,1,1,1 ], "a cotton fabric resembling velvet with a short thick pile, used for clothing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velveteen",1,1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "velveteen",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "velveteen",1,1,2 ], "trousers made of velveteen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vel|",1,1,1 ], "vellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vena cava",1,1,1 ], "either one of the two large veins that convey oxygen-depleted blood to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vena cava",1,1,1 ], "heart" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vena",1,1,1 ], "a technical word for vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venal",1,1,1 ], "easily bribed or corrupted; mercenary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venal",1,1,2 ], "characterized by corruption" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venal",1,1,3 ], "open to purchase, esp| by bribery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venatic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or used in hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venatic",1,1,2 ], "(of people) engaged in or given to hunting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venation",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of the veins in a leaf or in the wing of an insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venation",1,1,2 ], "such veins collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vend",1,1,1 ], "to sell or be sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vend",1,1,2 ], "to sell (goods) for a living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vend",1,2,1 ], "to utter or publish (an opinion, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendace",1,1,1 ], "either of two small whitefish, Coregonus vandesius or C| gracilior" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendace",1,1,2 ], "(Cumberland vendace), occurring in lakes in Scotland and NW England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendace",1,1,2 ], "respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vendee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom something, esp| real property, is sold; buyer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendetta",1,1,1 ], "a private feud, originally between Corsican or Sicilian families, in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendetta",1,1,1 ], "his family" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vendetta",1,1,1 ], "relatives of a murdered person seek vengeance by killing the murderer or some member of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vendetta",1,1,2 ], "any prolonged feud, quarrel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendible",1,1,1 ], "saleable or marketable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendible",1,1,2 ], "venal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendible",1,2,1 ], "a saleable object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vending machine",1,1,1 ], "a machine that automatically dispenses consumer goods such as cigarettes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vending machine",1,1,1 ], "food, or petrol, when money is inserted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vendor",1,1,1 ], "a person who sells something, esp| real property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendor",1,1,2 ], "another name for vending machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vendue",1,1,1 ], "a public sale; auction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,1,1 ], "a thin layer of wood, plastic, etc|, with a decorative or fine finish that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,1,1 ], "bonded to the surface of a less expensive material, usually wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,1,2 ], "a superficial appearance, esp| one that is pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,1,3 ], "any facing material that is applied to a different backing material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,1,4 ], "any one of the layers of wood that is used to form plywood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,2,1 ], "to cover (a surface) with a veneer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,2,2 ], "to bond together (thin layers of wood) to make plywood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneer",1,2,3 ], "to conceal (something) under a superficially pleasant surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneering",1,1,1 ], "material used as veneer or a veneered surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneering",1,1,2 ], "a superficial show" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venenose",1,1,1 ], "poisonous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venepuncture",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of venipuncture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a person) worthy of reverence on account of great age, religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,1 ], "associations, character, position, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,2 ], "(of inanimate objects) hallowed or impressive on account of historical or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,2 ], "religious association" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,3 ], "ancient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,4 ], "a title bestowed on a deceased person when the first stage of his canonization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,4 ], "has been accomplished and his holiness has been recognized in a decree of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,4 ], "official Church" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "venerable",1,1,5 ], "a title given to an archdeacon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venerate",1,1,1 ], "to hold in deep respect; revere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venerate",1,1,2 ], "to honour in recognition of qualities of holiness, excellence, wisdom, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneration",1,1,1 ], "a feeling or expression of awe or reverence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veneration",1,1,2 ], "the act of venerating or the state of being venerated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venereal disease",1,1,1 ], "any of various diseases, such as syphilis or gonorrhoea, transmitted by sexual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venereal disease",1,1,1 ], "intercourse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venereal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or infected with venereal disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venereal",1,1,2 ], "(of a disease) transmitted by sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venereal",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, or involving the genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venereal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to sexual intercourse or erotic desire; aphrodisiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venereology",1,1,1 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venereology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of venereal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venery",1,1,1 ], "the pursuit of sexual gratification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venery",2,1,1 ], "the art, sport, lore, or practice of hunting, esp| with hounds; the chase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venesection",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision into a vein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venge",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for avenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vengeance",1,1,1 ], "the act of or desire for taking revenge; retributive punishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vengeance",1,1,2 ], "with a vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vengeance",1,1,3 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vengeful",1,1,1 ], "desiring revenge; vindictive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vengeful",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or indicating a desire for revenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vengeful",1,1,3 ], "inflicting or taking revenge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venial sin",1,1,1 ], "a sin regarded as involving only a partial loss of grace" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venial",1,1,1 ], "easily excused or forgiven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venin",1,1,1 ], "any of the poisonous constituents of animal venoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venipuncture",1,1,1 ], "drug" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venipuncture",1,1,1 ], "the puncturing of a vein, esp| to take a sample of venous blood or inject a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venire facias",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a writ directing a sheriff to summon suitable persons to form a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venire facias",1,1,1 ], "jury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venireman",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S| and formerly in England) a person summoned for jury service under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venireman",1,1,1 ], "a venire facias" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venison",1,1,1 ], "the flesh of a deer, used as food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venison",1,1,2 ], "the flesh of any game animal used for food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venom",1,1,1 ], "a poisonous fluid secreted by such animals as certain snakes and scorpions and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venom",1,1,1 ], "usually transmitted by a bite or sting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venom",1,1,2 ], "malice; spite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venom",1,1,3 ], "any kind of poison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venose",1,1,1 ], "having veins; venous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venose",1,1,2 ], "(of a plant) covered with veins or similar ridges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venosity",1,1,1 ], "an excessive quantity of blood in the venous system or in an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venosity",1,1,2 ], "an unusually large number of blood vessels in an organ or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venous",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the blood circulating in the veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venous",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the veins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,1 ], "a small opening for the passage or escape of fumes, liquids, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,2 ], "and gases erupt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,2 ], "the shaft of a volcano or an aperture in the earth's crust through which lava" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,3 ], "the external opening of the urinary or genital systems of lower vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,4 ], "a small aperture at the breech of old guns through which the charge was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,4 ], "ignited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,5 ], "an exit, escape, or passage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,6 ], "give vent to| to release (an emotion, passion, idea, etc|) in an utterance or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,1,6 ], "outburst" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,2,1 ], "to release or give expression or utterance to (an emotion, idea, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,2,2 ], "to provide a vent for or make vents in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",1,2,3 ], "to let out (steam, liquid, etc|) through a vent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",2,1,1 ], "a vertical slit at the back or both sides of a jacket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vent",2,2,1 ], "to make a vent or vents in (a jacket)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventage",1,1,1 ], "a small opening; vent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventage",1,1,2 ], "a finger hole in a musical instrument such as a recorder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventail",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval armour) a covering for the lower part of the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venter",1,1,1,1 ], "the belly or abdomen of vertebrates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venter",1,1,1,2 ], "a protuberant structure or part, such as the belly of a muscle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venter",1,1,1,3 ], "Rare| the abdominal cavity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venter",1,1,2 ], "the swollen basal region of an archegonium, containing the developing ovum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venter",1,1,3 ], "the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venter",1,1,4 ], "in venter| Law| conceived but not yet born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilate",1,1,1 ], "to drive foul air out of (an enclosed area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilate",1,1,2 ], "to provide with a means of airing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilate",1,1,3 ], "to expose (a question, grievance, etc|) to public examination or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilate",1,1,4 ], "to oxygenate (the blood in the capillaries of the lungs|$D" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilate",1,1,5 ], "to winnow (grain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilation",1,1,1 ], "the act or process of ventilating or the state of being ventilated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilation",1,1,2 ], "an installation in a building that provides a supply of fresh air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventilator",1,1,1 ], "an opening or device, such as a fan, used to ventilate a room, building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventral fin",1,1,1 ], "another name for pelvic fin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventral fin",1,1,2 ], "any unpaired median fin situated on the undersurface of fishes and some other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventral fin",1,1,2 ], "aquatic vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ventral",1,1,1 ], "relating to the front part of the body; towards the belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventral",1,1,2 ], "a leaf, that is facing the axis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ventral",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or situated on the upper or inner side of a plant organ, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricle",1,1,1 ], "a chamber of the heart, having thick muscular walls, that receives blood from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricle",1,1,1 ], "the atrium and pumps it to the arteries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ventricle",1,1,2 ], "any one of the four main cavities of the vertebrate brain, which contain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricle",1,1,2 ], "cerebrospinal fluid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ventricle",1,1,3 ], "any of various other small cavities in the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricose",1,1,1 ], "having a swelling on one side; unequally inflated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricose",1,1,2 ], "another word for corpulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, involving, or constituting a ventricle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricular",1,1,2 ], "having a belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventricular",1,1,3 ], "swollen or distended; ventricose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventriculus",1,1,1,1 ], "the midgut of an insect, where digestion takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventriculus",1,1,1,2 ], "the gizzard of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventriculus",1,1,2 ], "another word for ventricle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventriloquism",1,1,1 ], "the art of producing vocal sounds that appear to come from another source" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ventriloquize",1,1,1 ], "to produce (sounds) in the manner of a ventriloquist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture capital",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for risk capital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,1,1 ], "to expose to danger; hazard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,2,1 ], "to brave the dangers of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,3,1 ], "to dare (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,3,2 ], "to express in spite of possible refutation or criticism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,4,1 ], "to embark on a possibly hazardous journey, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,1 ], "an undertaking that is risky or of uncertain outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,1,1 ], "a commercial undertaking characterized by risk of loss as well as opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,1,1 ], "for profit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,1,2 ], "the merchandise, money, or other property placed at risk in such an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,1,2 ], "undertaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,2 ], "something hazarded or risked in an adventure; stake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,3 ], "chance or fortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venture",1,5,4 ], "at a venture| at random; by chance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venturesome",1,1,1 ], "willing to take risks; daring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venturesome",1,1,2 ], "hazardous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venue",1,1,1,1 ], "the place in which a cause of action arises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venue",1,1,1,2 ], "the place fixed for the trial of a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venue",1,1,1,3 ], "the locality from which the jurors must be summoned to try a particular cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venue",1,1,2 ], "a meeting place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venue",1,1,3 ], "a position in an argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venule",1,1,1 ], "any of the small branches of a vein that receives oxygen-depleted blood from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "venule",1,1,1 ], "the capillaries and returns it to the heart via the venous system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "venule",1,1,2 ], "any of the branches of a vein in an insect's wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veracious",1,1,1 ], "habitually truthful or honest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veracious",1,1,2 ], "accurate; precise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veracity",1,1,1 ], "truthfulness or honesty, esp| when consistent or habitual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veracity",1,1,2 ], "precision; accuracy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veracity",1,1,3 ], "something true; a truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veranda",1,1,1 ], "a porch or portico, sometimes partly enclosed, along the outside of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veranda",1,1,1 ], "building" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veratridine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C36H51NO11" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veratridine",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish-white amorphous alkaloid obtained from the seeds of sabadilla|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veratrine",1,1,1 ], "a white poisonous mixture obtained from the seeds of sabadilla, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veratrine",1,1,1 ], "veratridine and several other alkaloids: formerly used in medicine as a counterirritant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verb phrase",1,1,1 ], "a constituent of a sentence that contains the verb and any direct and indirect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verb phrase",1,1,1 ], "objects but not the subject| It is a controversial question in grammatical theory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verb phrase",1,1,1 ], "whether or not this constituent is to be identified with the predicate of the sentence" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,1 ], "(in traditional grammar) any of a large class of words in a language that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,1 ], "serve to indicate the occurrence or performance of an action, the existence of a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,1 ], "state or condition, etc| In English, such words as run, make, do, and the like are" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,1 ], "verbs" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,2 ], "(in modern descriptive linguistic analysis)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,2,1 ], "a word or group of words that functions as the predicate of a sentence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,2,1 ], "introduces the predicate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verb",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbal noun",1,1,1 ], "a noun derived from a verb, such as smoking in the sentence smoking is bad for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbal noun",1,1,1 ], "you" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verbal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or using words, esp| as opposed to ideas, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbal",1,1,2 ], "oral rather than written" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbal",1,1,3 ], "verbatim; literal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbal",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to verbs or a verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbal",1,2,1 ], "another word for verbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalism",1,1,1 ], "a verbal expression; phrase or word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalism",1,1,2 ], "acceptance of assertions in place of explanations, the use of rhetorical style, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verbalism",1,1,2 ], "an exaggerated emphasis on the importance of words by the uncritical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalism",1,1,3 ], "a statement lacking real content, esp| a cliche" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalist",1,1,1 ], "a person who deals with words alone, rather than facts, ideas, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalist",1,1,2 ], "a person skilled in the use of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalize",1,1,1 ], "to express (an idea, etc|) in words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalize",1,1,2 ], "to change (any word that is not a verb) into a verb or derive a verb from (any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbalize",1,1,2 ], "word that is not a verb)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verbalize",1,2,1 ], "to be verbose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbatim",1,2,1 ], "using exactly the same words; word for word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbena",1,1,1 ], "America, having red, white, or purple fragrant flowers: much cultivated as garden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verbena",1,1,1 ], "any plant of the verbenaceous genus Verbena, chiefly of tropical and temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbena",1,1,1 ], "plants" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "verbena",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar or related plants, esp| the lemon verbena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbenaceous",1,1,1 ], "climbing plants, shrubs, and trees, mostly of warm and tropical regions, having tubular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verbenaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Verbenaceae, a family of herbaceous and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbenaceous",1,1,1 ], "typically two-lipped flowers: includes teak, lantana, vervain, and verbena" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "verbiage",1,1,1 ], "the excessive and often meaningless use of words; verbosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbiage",1,1,2 ], "diction; wording" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbid",1,1,1 ], "any nonfinite form of a verb or any nonverbal word derived from a verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbify",1,1,1 ], "another word for verbalize 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verbose",1,1,1 ], "prolix" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verbose",1,1,1 ], "using or containing an excess of words, so as to be pedantic or boring;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verboten",1,1,1 ], "forbidden; prohibited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verd antique",1,1,1 ], "a dark green mottled impure variety of serpentine marble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verd antique",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar marbles or stones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verd antique",1,1,3 ], "another name for verdigris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdant",1,1,1 ], "covered with green vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdant",1,1,2 ], "(of plants, etc|) green in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdant",1,1,3 ], "immature or unsophisticated; green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verderer",1,1,1 ], "a judicial officer responsible for the maintenance of law and order in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verderer",1,1,1 ], "royal forests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verdict",1,1,1 ], "and trial; judgment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verdict",1,1,1 ], "the findings of a jury on the issues of fact submitted to it for examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdict",1,1,2 ], "any decision, judgment, or conclusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdigris",1,1,1 ], "a basic salt of copper containing both copper oxide and a copper salt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verdigris",1,1,1 ], "a green or bluish patina formed on copper, brass, or bronze and consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdigris",1,1,2 ], "a green or blue crystalline substance obtained by the action of acetic acid on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdigris",1,1,2 ], "copper and used as a fungicide and pigment; basic copper acetate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verdin",1,1,1 ], "a small W North American tit, Auriparus flaviceps,having a grey plumage with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdin",1,1,1 ], "yellow head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verdure",1,1,1 ], "flourishing green vegetation or its colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verdure",1,1,2 ], "a condition of freshness or healthy growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verecund",1,1,1 ], "shy or modest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,1 ], "an edge or rim; margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,2 ], "a limit beyond which something occurs; brink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,3 ], "a grass border along a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,4 ], "an enclosing line, belt, or strip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,5 ], "the edge of the roof tiles projecting over a gable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,6 ], "the shaft of a classical column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,7 ], "an enclosed space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8 ], "early clocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8 ], "the spindle of a balance wheel in a vertical escapement, found only in very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8,1 ], "the Lord High Steward" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8,1 ], "the area encompassing the royal court that is subject to the jurisdiction of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8,2 ], "Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8,2 ], "a rod or wand carried as a symbol of office or emblem of authority, as in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8,3 ], "a rod held by a person swearing fealty to his lord on becoming a tenant, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,8,3 ], "of copyhold land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,1,9 ], "a trigger-like device for releasing the matrices on a Linotype machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,2,1 ], "to be near (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, sometimes foll| by on) to serve as the edge of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verge",2,1,1 ], "to move or incline in a certain direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vergeboard",1,1,1 ], "another name for bargeboard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verger",1,1,1 ], "a church official who acts as caretaker and attendant, looking after the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verger",1,1,1 ], "interior of a church and often the vestments and church furnishings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verger",1,1,2 ], "an official who carries the verge or rod of office before a bishop, dean, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verger",1,1,2 ], "other dignitary in ceremonies and processions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veridical",1,1,1 ], "truthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veridical",1,1,2 ], "be confirmed by subsequent events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veridical",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to revelations in dreams, hallucinations, etc|, that appear to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to prove to be true; confirm; substantiate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verify",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verify",1,1,2 ], "to check or determine the correctness or truth of by investigation, reference," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verify",1,1,3 ], "to add a verification to (a pleading); substantiate or confirm (an oath)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verily",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verily",1,1,2 ], "in truth; truly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verisimilar",1,1,1 ], "appearing to be true; probable; likely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verisimilitude",1,1,1 ], "the appearance or semblance of truth or reality; quality of seeming true" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verisimilitude",1,1,2 ], "something that merely seems to be true or real, such as a doubtful statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verism",1,1,1 ], "extreme naturalism in art or literature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verismo",1,1,1 ], "a school of composition that originated in Italian opera towards the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verismo",1,1,1 ], "elements| Its chief exponent was Puccini" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "verismo",1,1,1 ], "the 19th century, drawing its themes from real life and emphasizing naturalistic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veritable",1,1,1 ], "(intensifier; usually qualifying a word used metaphorically)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veritable",1,1,2 ], "genuine or true; proper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being true, real, or correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verity",1,1,2 ], "a true principle, statement, idea, etc|; a truth or fact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verjuice",1,1,1,1 ], "making sauces, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verjuice",1,1,1,1 ], "sourness or sharpness of temper, looks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verjuice",1,1,1,1 ], "the acid juice of unripe grapes, apples, or crab apples, formerly much used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verjuice",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verjuice",1,2,1 ], "to make sour; embitter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verkrampte",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verkrampte",1,1,1,1 ], "an Afrikaner Nationalist absolutely opposed to any liberalization in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verkrampte",1,1,1,1 ], "government policy, esp| relating to racial questions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verkrampte",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verligte",1,1,1 ], "(in South Africa)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verligte",1,1,1,1 ], "a person of either the Nationalist or the United Party who supports the more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verligte",1,1,1,1 ], "liberal trends that appear in government policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verligte",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermeil",1,1,1 ], "gilded silver, bronze, or other metal, used esp| in the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermeil",1,1,1,1 ], "vermilion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermeil",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermi-",1,1,1 ], "worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermicelli",1,1,1 ], "very fine strands of pasta, used in soups" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermicelli",1,1,2 ], "tiny chocolate strands used to coat cakes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermicide",1,1,1 ], "any substance used to kill worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermicular",1,1,1 ], "resembling the form, markings, motion, or tracks of worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermicular",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to worms or wormlike animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculate",1,1,1 ], "(v$z$:!m$Ikj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculate",1,2,1 ], "to decorate with wavy or wormlike tracery or markings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculate",1,3,1 ], "(v$z$:!m$Ikj$ul$It, -~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculate",1,3,2 ], "vermicular; sinuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculate",1,3,3 ], "worm-eaten or appearing as if worm-eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculate",1,3,4 ], "(of thoughts, etc|) insinuating; subtly tortuous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculation",1,1,1 ], "any wormlike movement, esp| of the intestines; peristalsis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculation",1,1,2 ], "decoration consisting of wormlike carving or marks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculation",1,1,3 ], "the state of being worm-eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculite",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of micaceous minerals consisting mainly of hydrated silicate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculite",1,1,1 ], "magnesium, aluminium, and iron: on heating they expand and exfoliate and in this form are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculite",1,1,1 ], "plants" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vermiculite",1,1,1 ], "used in heat and sound insulation, fireproofing, and as a bedding medium for young" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vermiform appendix",1,1,1 ], "In man it is vestigial" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vermiform appendix",1,1,1 ], "a wormlike pouch extending from the lower end of the caecum in some mammals|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermiform",1,1,1 ], "resembling a worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermifuge",1,1,1 ], "any drug or agent able to destroy or expel intestinal worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermilion",1,1,1,1 ], "a bright red to reddish-orange colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermilion",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermilion",1,1,2 ], "mercuric sulphide, esp| when used as a bright red pigment; cinnabar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermin",1,1,1 ], "man, domestic animals, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vermin",1,1,1 ], "small animals collectively, esp| insects and rodents, that are troublesome to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermin",1,1,2 ], "an unpleasant, obnoxious, or dangerous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermination",1,1,1 ], "the spreading of or infestation with vermin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verminous",1,1,1 ], "relating to, infested with, or suggestive of vermin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermis",1,1,1 ], "the middle lobe connecting the two halves of the cerebellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermivorous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals) feeding on worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vermouth",1,1,1 ], "any of several wines containing aromatic herbs and some other flavourings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernacularism",1,1,1 ], "the use of the vernacular or a term in the vernacular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernal equinox",1,1,1 ], "relevant hemisphere, making day and night of equal length| It occurs about March 21 in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vernal equinox",1,1,1 ], "the N hemisphere (Sept| 23 in the S hemisphere)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vernal equinox",1,1,1 ], "the time at which the sun crosses the plane of the equator towards the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernal equinox",1,1,2 ], "the point on the celestial sphere, lying in the constellation of Pisces, at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernal equinox",1,1,2 ], "which the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vernal grass",1,1,1 ], ", having the fragrant scent of coumarin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vernal grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various Eurasian grasses of the genus Anthoxanthum, such as A| odoratum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernal",1,1,1 ], "of or occurring in spring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernal",1,1,2 ], "of or characteristic of youth; fresh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernalize",1,1,1 ], "subjection of the seeds to low temperatures before planting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vernalize",1,1,1 ], "to shorten the period between sowing and flowering in (plants), esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernation",1,1,1 ], "the way in which leaves are arranged in the bud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernier rocket",1,1,1 ], "another name for thruster ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernier",1,1,1 ], "a small movable scale running parallel to the main graduated scale in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernier",1,1,1 ], "measuring instruments, such as theodolites, used to obtain a fractional reading of one of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vernier",1,1,1 ], "the divisions on the main scale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vernier",1,1,2 ], "an auxiliary device for making a fine adjustment to an instrument, usually by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernier",1,1,2 ], "means of a fine screw thread" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vernier",1,1,3 ], "relating to or fitted with a vernier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vernissage",1,1,1 ], "the opening or first day of an exhibition of paintings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",1,1,1 ], "any scrophulariaceous plant of the genus Veronica, esp| the speedwells, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",1,1,1 ], "notched fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",1,1,1 ], "temperate and cold regions, having small blue, pink, or white flowers and flattened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",2,1,1 ], "crucifixion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",2,1,1 ], "miraculously imprinted upon the headcloth that Saint Veronica offered him on his way to his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",2,1,1 ], "the representation of the face of Christ that, according to legend, was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",2,1,2 ], "the cloth itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",2,1,3 ], "any similar representation of Christ's face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",3,1,1 ], "a pass in which the matador slowly swings the cape away from the charging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veronica",3,1,1 ], "bull" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verruca",1,1,1 ], "a wart, esp| one growing on the hand or foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verruca",1,1,2 ], "a wartlike outgrowth, as in certain plants or on the skin of some animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verrucose",1,1,1 ], "covered with warty processes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vers de socit",1,1,1 ], "light, witty, and polished verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vers libre",1,1,1 ], "(in French poetry) another term for free verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vers",1,1,1 ], "versed sine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versant",1,1,1 ], "the side or slope of a mountain or mountain range" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versant",1,1,2 ], "the slope of a region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versatile",1,1,1 ], "capable of or adapted for many different uses, skills, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versatile",1,1,2 ], "variable or changeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versatile",1,1,3 ], "(of an anther) attached to the filament by a small area so that it moves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versatile",1,1,3 ], "freely in the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "versatile",1,1,4 ], "able to turn forwards and backwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,1 ], "(not in technical usage) a stanza or other short subdivision of a poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,2 ], "poetry as distinct from prose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,2,1 ], "a series of metrical feet forming a rhythmical unit of one line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,3 ], "a specified type of metre or metrical structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,4 ], "Bible are divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,4 ], "one of the series of short subsections into which most of the writings in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,1,5 ], "a metrical composition; poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verse",1,2,1 ], "a rare word for versify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versed sine",1,1,1 ], "a trigonometric function equal to one minus the cosine of the specified angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versed",1,1,1 ], "thoroughly knowledgeable (about), acquainted (with), or skilled (in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versicle",1,1,1 ], "a short verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versicle",1,1,2 ], "a short sentence recited or sung by the minister at a liturgical ceremony and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versicle",1,1,2 ], "responded to by the choir or congregation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "versicolour",1,1,1 ], "of variable or various colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versicular",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of verses or versicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versification",1,1,1 ], "the technique or art of versifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versification",1,1,2 ], "the form or metrical composition of a poem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versification",1,1,3 ], "a metrical version of a prose text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versify",1,1,1 ], "to render (something) into metrical form or verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,1 ], "an account of a matter from a certain point of view, as contrasted with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,1 ], "others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,2 ], "a translation, esp| of the Bible, from one language into another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,3 ], "a variant form of something; type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,4 ], "an adaptation, as of a book or play into a film" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,5 ], "manual turning of a fetus to correct an irregular position within the uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,6 ], "(anteversion), backwards (retroversion), or to either side (lateroversion)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "version",1,1,6 ], "an abnormal displacement of the uterus characterized by a tilting forwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verso",1,1,1,1 ], "the back of a sheet of printed paper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verso",1,1,1,2 ], "reverso| the left-hand pages of a book, bearing the even numbers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verso",1,1,2 ], "the side of a coin opposite to the obverse; reverse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verst",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length, used in Russia, equal to 1|067 kilometres (0|6629 miles)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versus",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in a competition or lawsuit) against; in opposition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "versus",1,1,2 ], "as opposed to; in contrast with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vert",1,1,1,1 ], "the colour green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vert",1,1,1,1 ], "the right to cut green wood in a forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vert",1,1,1,2 ], "a table vert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vert",1,1,1,2 ], "the wood itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertebra",1,1,1 ], "one of the bony segments of the spinal column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertebral column",1,1,1 ], "another name for spinal column" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertebrate",1,1,1 ], "any chordate animal of the subphylum Vertebrata, characterized by a bony or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertebrate",1,1,1 ], "cartilaginous skeleton and a well-developed brain: the group contains fishes, amphibians," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vertebrate",1,1,1 ], "reptiles, birds, and mammals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vertebrate",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the subphylum Vertebrata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertebration",1,1,1 ], "the formation of vertebrae or segmentation resembling vertebrae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertex",1,1,1 ], "the highest point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertex",1,1,1,1 ], "the point opposite the base of a figure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertex",1,1,1,2 ], "the point of intersection of two sides of a plane figure or angle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertex",1,1,1,3 ], "solid figure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vertex",1,1,1,3 ], "the point of intersection of a pencil of lines or three or more planes of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertex",1,1,2 ], "a point in the sky towards which a star stream appears to move" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertex",1,1,3 ], "the crown of the head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical angles",1,1,1 ], "angles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vertical angles",1,1,1 ], "the pair of equal angles between a pair of intersecting lines; opposite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical circle",1,1,1 ], "a great circle on the celestial sphere passing through the zenith and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical circle",1,1,1 ], "perpendicular to the horizon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vertical grouping",1,1,1 ], "another term for family grouping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical mobility",1,1,1 ], "change in class, status, and power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vertical mobility",1,1,1 ], "the movement of individuals or groups to positions in society that involve a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical stabilizer",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for fin ,1,(sense 3a)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical union",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for industrial union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,1,1 ], "at right angles to the horizon; perpendicular; upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,1,2 ], "extending in a perpendicular direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,1,3 ], "at or in the vertex or zenith; directly overhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,1,4 ], "industrial activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,1,4 ], "of or relating to associated or consecutive, though not identical, stages of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the vertex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,1,6 ], "of, relating to, or situated at the top of the head (vertex)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,2,1 ], "a vertical plane, position, or line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertical",1,2,2 ], "a vertical post, pillar, or other structural member" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertices",1,1,1 ], "a plural of vertex (in technical and scientific senses only)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verticil",1,1,1 ], "a circular arrangement of parts about an axis, esp| leaves around a stem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verticillaster",1,1,1 ], "an inflorescence, such as that of the deadnettle, that resembles a whorl but" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verticillaster",1,1,1 ], "consists of two crowded cymes on either side of the stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "verticillate",1,1,1 ], "having or arranged in whorls or verticils" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertiginous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having vertigo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertiginous",1,1,2 ], "producing dizziness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertiginous",1,1,3 ], "whirling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertiginous",1,1,4 ], "changeable; unstable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertigo",1,1,1 ], "a sensation of dizziness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vertu",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of virtu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vert|",1,1,1 ], "vertical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vervain",1,1,1 ], "and long slender spikes of purple, blue, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vervain",1,1,1 ], "any of several verbenaceous plants of the genus Verbena, having square stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verve",1,1,1 ], "great vitality, enthusiasm, and liveliness; sparkle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "verve",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for talent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vervet",1,1,1 ], "a variety of a South African guenon monkey, Cercopithecus aethiops, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vervet",1,1,1 ], "dark hair on the hands and feet and a reddish patch beneath the tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "very high frequency",1,1,1 ], "a single radio-frequency or band lying between 300 and 30 megahertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "very low frequency",1,1,1 ], "a radio-frequency band or radio frequency lying between 30 and 3 kilohertz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,1,1 ], "(intensifier) used to add emphasis to adjectives that are able to be graded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,1 ], "(intensifier) used with nouns preceded by a definite article or possessive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,1 ], "a noun in a particular context, or to give exaggerated intensity to certain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,1 ], "determiner, in order to give emphasis to the significance, appropriateness or relevance of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,1 ], "nouns" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,2 ], "(intensifier) used in metaphors to emphasize the applicability of the image to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,2 ], "the situation described" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,2,1 ], "real or true; genuine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "very",1,2,2,2 ], "lawful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ver|",1,1,1 ], "verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ver|",1,1,2 ], "version" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesica",1,1,1 ], "a technical name for bladder ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesica",1,1,2 ], "(in medieval sculpture and painting) an aureole in the shape of a pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesica",1,1,2 ], "oval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vesical",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a vesica, esp| the urinary bladder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicant",1,1,1 ], "any substance that causes blisters, used in medicine and in chemical warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicant",1,2,1 ], "acting as a vesicant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicate",1,1,1 ], "to blister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicle",1,1,1,1 ], "any small sac or cavity, esp| one containing serous fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicle",1,1,1,2 ], "a blister" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicle",1,1,2 ], "a rounded cavity within a rock formed during solidification by expansion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicle",1,1,2 ], "the gases present in the magma" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vesicle",1,1,3 ], "a small bladder-like cavity occurring in certain seaweeds and aquatic plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesicle",1,1,4 ], "any small cavity or cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesiculate",1,1,1 ], "(v$e!s$Ikj$u~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesiculate",1,1,2 ], "to make (an organ or part) vesicular or (of an organ, etc|) to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesiculate",1,1,2 ], "vesicular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vesiculate",1,2,1 ], "(v$e!s$Ikj$ul$It, -~le$It)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesiculate",1,2,2 ], "containing, resembling, or characterized by a vesicle or vesicles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesper",1,1,1 ], "an evening prayer, service, or hymn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesper",1,1,2 ], "an archaic word for evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesper",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to vespers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesperal",1,1,1 ], "a liturgical book containing the prayers, psalms, and hymns used at vespers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesperal",1,1,2 ], "the part of the antiphonary containing these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesperal",1,1,3 ], "a cloth laid over the altar cloth between offices or services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespers",1,1,1 ], "feast days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vespers",1,1,1 ], "for the early evening and now often made a public service on Sundays and major" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vespers",1,1,1 ], "the sixth of the seven canonical hours of the divine office, originally fixed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespers",1,1,2 ], "another word for Evensong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespertilionine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Vespertilionidae, a family of common and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespertilionine",1,1,1 ], "widespread bats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vespertine",1,1,1 ], "appearing, opening, or active in the evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespertine",1,1,2 ], "evening" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vespertine",1,1,2 ], "occurring in the evening or (esp| of stars) appearing or setting in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespiary",1,1,1 ], "a nest or colony of social wasps or hornets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespid",1,1,1 ], "and hornets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vespid",1,1,1 ], "any hymenopterous insect of the family Vespidae, including the common wasps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespid",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the family Vespidae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vespine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a wasp or wasps" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vessel",1,1,1 ], "any object used as a container, esp| for a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vessel",1,1,2 ], "a passenger or freight-carrying ship, boat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vessel",1,1,3 ], "an aircraft, esp| an airship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vessel",1,1,4 ], "a tubular structure that transports such body fluids as blood and lymph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vessel",1,1,5 ], "a tubular element of xylem tissue consisting of a row of cells in which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vessel",1,1,5 ], "connecting cell walls have broken down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vessel",1,1,6 ], "a person regarded as an agent or vehicle for some purpose or quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,1,1 ], "an undergarment covering the body from the shoulders to the hips, made of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,1,1 ], "cotton, nylon, etc| U|S| equivalent: T-shirt, undershirt" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| and Austral| word for waistcoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,1,3 ], "any form of dress, esp| a long robe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,2,1 ], "to place or settle (power, rights, etc|, in)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,3,1 ], "to bestow or confer (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,3,2 ], "(usually foll| by in) to confer (a right, title, property, etc|, upon) or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,3,2 ], "a right, title, etc|) to pass to or devolve (upon)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,3,3 ], "to clothe or array" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest",1,4,1 ], "to put on clothes, ecclesiastical vestments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest-pocket",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vest-pocket",1,1,2 ], "small enough to fit into a waistcoat pocket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesta",1,1,1 ], "a short friction match, usually of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestal virgin",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) one of the four, later six, virgin priestesses whose lives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestal virgin",1,1,1 ], "were dedicated to Vesta and to maintaining the sacred fire in her temple" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vested interest",1,1,1 ], "an existing and disposable right to the immediate or future possession and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vested interest",1,1,1 ], "enjoyment of property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vested interest",1,1,2 ], "a strong personal concern in a state of affairs, system, etc|, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vested interest",1,1,2 ], "resulting in private gain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vested interest",1,1,3 ], "a person or group that has such an interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vested",1,1,1 ], "having a present right to the immediate or future possession and enjoyment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vested",1,1,1 ], "property" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestiary",1,1,1 ], "a room for storing clothes or dressing in, such as a vestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestiary",1,2,1 ], "of or relating to clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestibule",1,1,1 ], "a small entrance hall or anteroom; lobby" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestibule",1,1,2 ], "any small bodily cavity or space at the entrance to a passage or canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestige",1,1,1 ], "a small trace, mark, or amount; hint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestige",1,1,2 ], "an organ or part of an organism that is a small nonfunctioning remnant of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestige",1,1,2 ], "functional organ in an ancestor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestigial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or being a vestige" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestigial",1,1,2 ], "(of certain organs or parts of organisms) having attained a simple structure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestigial",1,1,2 ], "and reduced size and function during the evolution of the species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestment",1,1,1 ], "a garment or robe, esp| one denoting office, authority, or rank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestment",1,1,2 ], "any of various ceremonial garments worn by the clergy at religious services," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestment",1,1,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,1 ], "a room in or attached to a church in which vestments, sacred vessels, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,1 ], "are kept" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,2 ], "a room in or attached to some churches, used for Sunday school, meetings," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,2 ], "etc|CATEGORY Church of England|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,3 ], "a meeting of all the members of a parish or their representatives, to transact" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,3 ], "the official and administrative business of the parish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,3,2 ], "the body of members meeting for this; the parish council" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,4 ], "a committee of vestrymen chosen by the congregation to manage the temporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vestry",1,1,4 ], "affairs of their church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vestryman",1,1,1 ], "a member of a church vestry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesture",1,1,1 ], "a garment or something that seems like a garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesture",1,1,1,1 ], "everything except trees that grows on the land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesture",1,1,1,2 ], "a product of the land, such as grass, wheat, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesture",1,2,1 ], "to clothe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesuvian",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a match for lighting cigars; fusee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesuvian",1,1,2 ], "another name for vesuvianite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesuvianite",1,1,1 ], "a green, brown, or yellow mineral consisting of a hydrated silicate of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vesuvianite",1,1,1 ], "and is used as a gemstone| Formula: Ca10Al4(MgFe)2Si9O34(OH)4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vesuvianite",1,1,1 ], "calcium, magnesium, iron, and aluminium: it occurs as tetragonal crystals in limestones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vet",2,1,1 ], "short for veteran 3" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vetch",1,1,1 ], "any of various climbing papilionaceous plants of the temperate genus Vicia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vetch",1,1,1 ], "esp| V| sativa, having pinnate leaves, typically blue or purple flowers, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vetch",1,1,1 ], "tendrils on the stems" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vetch",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related plants, such as Lathyrus sativus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vetch",1,1,2 ], "cultivated in parts of Europe, and the kidney vetch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vetch",1,1,3 ], "the beanlike fruit of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vetchling",1,1,1 ], "any of various papilionaceous tendril-climbing plants of the genus Lathyrus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vetchling",1,1,1 ], "esp| L| pratensis , mainly of N temperate regions, having winged or angled stems and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vetchling",1,1,1 ], "showy flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "veteran car",1,1,1 ], "a car constructed before 1919, esp| one constructed before 1905" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veteran",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that has given long service in some capacity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veteran",1,1,1,1 ], "a soldier who has seen considerable active service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veteran",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veteran",1,1,2 ], "a person who has served in the military forces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veterinarian",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| term for veterinary surgeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veterinary science",1,1,1 ], "of injuries or diseases that affect them" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veterinary science",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the health of animals and the treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veterinary surgeon",1,1,1 ], "a person skilled in the practice of veterinary medicine| U|S| term:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "veterinary surgeon",1,1,1 ], "veterinarian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "veterinary",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to veterinary science" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vetiver",1,1,1 ], "Asia, having aromatic roots and stiff long narrow ornamental leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vetiver",1,1,1 ], "a tall hairless grass, Vetiveria zizanioides, of tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vetiver",1,1,2 ], "fragrant oil used in perfumery, medicine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vetiver",1,1,2 ], "the root of this plant used for making screens, mats, etc|, and yielding a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vet|",1,1,1 ], "veteran" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vet|",1,1,2 ], "veterinarian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vet|",1,1,3 ], "veterinary| Also (for senses 2, 3): veter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vex",1,1,1 ], "to anger or annoy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vex",1,1,2 ], "to confuse; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vex",1,1,3 ], "to agitate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexation",1,1,1 ], "the act of vexing or the state of being vexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexation",1,1,2 ], "something that vexes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexatious",1,1,1 ], "vexing or tending to vex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexatious",1,1,2 ], "vexed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexatious",1,1,3 ], "(of a a legal action or proceeding) instituted without sufficient grounds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexatious",1,1,3 ], "esp| so as to cause annoyance or embarrassment to the defendant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vexed",1,1,1 ], "annoyed, confused, or agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexed",1,1,2 ], "much debated and discussed (esp| in the phrase a vexed question)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexillology",1,1,1 ], "the study and collection of information about flags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexillum",1,1,1 ], "the vane of a feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vexillum",1,1,2 ], "another name for standard ,1,15" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vi et armis",1,1,1 ], "a kind of trespass accompanied by force and violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "via media",1,1,1 ], "a compromise between two extremes; middle course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "via",1,1,1 ], "by way of; by means of; through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viable",1,1,1 ], "capable of becoming actual, useful, etc|; practicable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viable",1,1,2 ], "(of seeds, eggs, etc|) capable of normal growth and development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viable",1,1,3 ], "(of a fetus) having reached a stage of development at which further" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viable",1,1,3 ], "development can occur independently of the mother" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viaduct",1,1,1 ], "a bridge, esp| for carrying a road or railway across a valley, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viaduct",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a set of arches supported by a row of piers or towers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vial",1,1,1 ], "a less common variant of phial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viand",1,1,1 ], "a type of food, esp| a delicacy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viand",1,1,2 ], "provisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viaticum",1,1,1 ], "Holy Communion as administered to a person dying or in danger of death" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viaticum",1,1,2 ], "provisions or a travel allowance for a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viator",1,1,1 ], "a traveller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibes",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in jazz) short for vibraphone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibes",1,1,2 ], "short for vibrations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays a vibraphone in a jazz band or group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibraculum",1,1,1 ], "any of the specialized bristle-like polyps in certain bryozoans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrant",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or exhibiting vibration; pulsating or trembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrant",1,1,2 ], "giving an impression of vigour and activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrant",1,1,3 ], "caused by vibration; resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrant",1,1,4 ], "trilled or rolled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrant",1,2,1 ], "a vibrant speech sound, such as a trilled (r)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibraphone",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument, used esp| in jazz, consisting of a set of metal bars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibraphone",1,1,1 ], "placed over tubular metal resonators, which are made to vibrate electronically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrate",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move back and forth rapidly; shake, quiver, or throb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrate",1,1,2 ], "to oscillate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrate",1,1,3 ], "to send out (a sound) by vibration; resonate or cause to resonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrate",1,2,1 ], "to waver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrate",1,2,2 ], "current; oscillate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrate",1,2,2 ], "to produce or undergo an oscillatory or periodic process, as of an alternating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrate",1,3,1 ], "to respond emotionally; thrill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibration",1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of vibrating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibration",1,1,1,1 ], "a periodic motion about an equilibrium position, such as the regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibration",1,1,1,1 ], "displacement of air in the propagation of sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibration",1,1,1,2 ], "a single cycle of such a motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibration",1,1,2 ], "the process or state of vibrating or being vibrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrations",1,1,1 ], "instinctive feelings supposedly influencing human communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrations",1,1,2 ], "a characteristic atmosphere felt to be emanating from places or objects|Often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrations",1,1,2 ], "shortened to vibes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrato",1,1,1 ], "a slight, rapid, and regular fluctuation in the pitch of a note produced on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrato",1,1,1 ], "stringed instrument by a shaking movement of the hand stopping the strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrato",1,1,2 ], "an oscillatory effect produced in singing by fluctuation in breath pressure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrato",1,1,2 ], "pitch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrator",1,1,1,1 ], "a device for producing a vibratory motion, such as one used in massage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrator",1,1,1,2 ], "such a device with a vibrating part or tip, used as a dildo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrator",1,1,2 ], "a device in which a vibrating conductor interrupts a circuit to produce a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrator",1,1,2 ], "amplified or the voltage transformed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vibrator",1,1,2 ], "pulsating current from a steady current, usually so that the current can then be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrio",1,1,1 ], "any curved or spiral rodlike Gram-negative bacterium of the genus Vibrio, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrio",1,1,1 ], "the comma bacillus: family Spirillaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrissa",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|) any of the bristle-like sensitive hairs on the face of many" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrissa",1,1,1 ], "mammals; a whisker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibrissa",1,1,2 ], "any of the specialized bristle-like feathers around the beak in certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vibrissa",1,1,2 ], "insectivorous birds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibronic",1,1,1 ], "levels" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vibronic",1,1,1 ], "of, concerned with, or involving both electronic and vibrational energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viburnum",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate and subtropical caprifoliaceous shrubs or trees of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viburnum",1,1,1 ], "berry-like red or black fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "viburnum",1,1,1 ], "the genus Viburnum, such as the wayfaring tree, having small white flowers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viburnum",1,1,2 ], "the dried bark of several species of this tree, sometimes used in medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar apostolic",1,1,1 ], "a titular bishop having jurisdiction in non-Catholic or missionary countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar apostolic",1,1,1 ], "where the normal hierarchy has not yet been established" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicar forane",1,1,1 ], "a priest or bishop appointed by the ordinary of the diocese to exercise a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar forane",1,1,1 ], "limited jurisdiction in a locality at some distance from the ordinary's official see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicar general",1,1,1 ], "an official, usually a layman, appointed to assist the bishop of a diocese in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar general",1,1,1 ], "discharging his administrative or judicial duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,1,1 ], "(in Britain)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,2 ], "a clergyman appointed to act as priest of a parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,2,2 ], "a clergyman who acts as assistant to or substitute for the rector of a parish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,2,2 ], "at Communion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,2,3 ], "(in the U|S|) a clergyman in charge of a chapel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,3 ], "a bishop or priest representing the pope or the ordinary of a diocese and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,3 ], "exercising a limited jurisdiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,4 ], "a member of a cathedral choir appointed to sing certain parts of the services" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicar",1,1,5 ], "a person appointed to do the work of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarage",1,1,1 ], "the residence or benefice of a vicar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarage",1,1,2 ], "a rare word for vicariate ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarial",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a vicar, vicars, or a vicariate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarial",1,1,2 ], "holding the office of a vicar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarial",1,1,3 ], "vicarious: used esp| of certain ecclesiastical powers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicariate",1,1,1 ], "the office, rank, or authority of a vicar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicariate",1,1,2 ], "the district that a vicar holds as his pastoral charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarious",1,1,1 ], "another's experiences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicarious",1,1,1 ], "obtained or undergone at second hand through sympathetic participation in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarious",1,1,2 ], "suffered, undergone, or done as the substitute for another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarious",1,1,3 ], "delegated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarious",1,1,4 ], "taking the place of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicarious",1,1,5 ], "(of menstrual bleeding) occurring at an abnormal site" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice admiral",1,1,1 ], "a commissioned officer of flag rank in certain navies, junior to an admiral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice admiral",1,1,1 ], "and senior to a rear admiral" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vice chancellor",1,1,1 ], "the chief executive or administrator at some British universities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice chancellor",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a judge in courts of equity subordinate to the chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice chancellor",1,1,3 ], "(formerly in England) a senior judge of the court of chancery who acted as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice chancellor",1,1,3 ], "assistant to the Lord Chancellor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vice chancellor",1,1,4 ], "a person serving as the deputy of a chancellor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice president",1,1,1 ], "an officer ranking immediately below a president and serving as his deputy| A" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice president",1,1,1 ], "his death, and in certain other circumstances" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vice president",1,1,1 ], "vice president takes the president's place during his absence or incapacity, after" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vice squad",1,1,1 ], "a police division to which is assigned the enforcement of gaming and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice squad",1,1,1 ], "prostitution laws" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vice versa",1,1,1 ], "with the order reversed; the other way around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",1,1,1 ], "an immoral, wicked, or evil habit, action, or trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",1,1,2 ], "habitual or frequent indulgence in pernicious, immoral, or degrading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",1,1,2 ], "practices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vice",1,1,3 ], "a specific form of pernicious conduct, esp| prostitution or sexual perversion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",1,1,4 ], "a failing or imperfection in character, conduct, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",1,1,5 ], "any physical defect or imperfection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",1,1,6 ], "a bad trick or disposition, as of horses, dogs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",3,1,1,1 ], "serving in the place of or as a deputy for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",3,1,1,2 ], "viceroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",3,2,1 ], "a person who serves as a deputy to another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice",4,1,1 ], "instead of; as a substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice-chairman",1,1,1 ], "a person who deputizes for a chairman and serves in his place during his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vice-chairman",1,1,1 ], "absence or indisposition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicegerent",1,1,1 ], "a person appointed to exercise all or some of the authority of another, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicegerent",1,1,1 ], "the administrative powers of a ruler; deputy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicegerent",1,1,2 ], "bishop" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicegerent",1,1,2 ], "the pope or any other representative of God or Christ on earth, such as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicegerent",1,2,1 ], "invested with or characterized by delegated authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicenary",1,1,1 ], "relating to or consisting of 20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicenary",1,1,2 ], "having or using a base 20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicennial",1,1,1 ], "occurring every 20 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicennial",1,1,2 ], "relating to or lasting for a period of 20 years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viceregal assent",1,1,1 ], "becomes law" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viceregal assent",1,1,1 ], "the formal signing of an act of parliament by a governor general, by which it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viceregal",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a viceroy or his viceroyalty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viceregal",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to a governor or governor general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicereine",1,1,1 ], "the wife of a viceroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicereine",1,1,2 ], "a female viceroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viceroy",1,1,1 ], "a governor of a colony, country, or province who acts for and rules in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viceroy",1,1,1 ], "name of his sovereign or government" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viceroyalty",1,1,1 ], "the office, authority, or dignity of a viceroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viceroyalty",1,1,2 ], "the domain governed by a viceroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viceroyalty",1,1,3 ], "the term of office of a viceroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vichy water",1,1,1 ], "a natural mineral water from springs at Vichy in France, reputed to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vichy water",1,1,1 ], "beneficial to the health" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vichy water",1,1,2 ], "any sparkling mineral water resembling this|Often shortened to vichy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vichyssoise",1,1,1 ], "a thick soup made from leeks, potatoes, chicken stock, and cream, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vichyssoise",1,1,1 ], "served chilled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicinage",1,1,1 ], "the residents of a particular neighbourhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicinage",1,1,2 ], "a less common word for vicinity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicinal",1,1,1 ], "neighbouring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicinal",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of roads) of or relating to a locality or neighbourhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicinal",1,1,3 ], "a chain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicinal",1,1,3 ], "relating to or designating two adjacent atoms to which groups are attached in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicinity",1,1,1 ], "a surrounding, adjacent, or nearby area; neighbourhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicinity",1,1,2 ], "the fact or condition of being close in space or relationship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,1 ], "a situation in which an attempt to resolve one problem creates new problems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,1 ], "that lead back to the original situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,1,1 ], "an invalid form of reasoning in which a conclusion is derived from a premiss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,1,1 ], "originally deduced from that same conclusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,1,2 ], "an explanation of the meaning of a word in terms of another word originally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,1,2 ], "explained by using the first word; circular definition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,2 ], "a condition in which one disease or disorder causes another, which in turn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious circle",1,1,2 ], "aggravates the first condition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,1 ], "wicked or cruel;villainous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,2 ], "characterized by violence or ferocity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,3 ], "unpleasantly severe; harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,4 ], "characterized by malice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,5 ], "(esp| of dogs, horses, etc|) ferocious or hostile; dangerous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,6 ], "characterized by or leading to vice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,7 ], "invalidated by defects; unsound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicious",1,1,8 ], "noxious or morbid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicissitude",1,1,1 ], "one condition or thing to another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vicissitude",1,1,1 ], "variation or mutability in nature or life, esp| successive alternation from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vicissitude",1,1,2 ], "a variation in circumstance, fortune, character, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victim",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that suffers harm, death, etc|, from another or from some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victim",1,1,1 ], "adverse act, circumstance, etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "victim",1,1,2 ], "a person who is tricked or swindled; dupe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victim",1,1,3 ], "a living person or animal sacrificed in a religious rite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victimize",1,1,1 ], "to punish or discriminate against selectively or unfairly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victimize",1,1,2 ], "to make a victim of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victimize",1,1,3 ], "to kill as or in a manner resembling a sacrificial victim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victor",1,1,1,1 ], "a person, nation, etc|, that has defeated an adversary in war, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victor",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victor",1,1,2 ], "the winner of any contest, conflict, or struggle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victoria",1,1,1 ], "a light four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with a folding hood, two passenger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victoria",1,1,1 ], "seats, and a seat in front for the driver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "victoria",1,1,2 ], "a large sweet variety of plum, red and yellow in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victoria",1,1,3 ], "any South American giant water lily of the genus Victoria, having very large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victoria",1,1,3 ], "floating leaves and large white, red, or pink fragrant flowers: family Euryalaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "victorious",1,1,1 ], "having defeated an adversary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victorious",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, indicative of, or characterized by victory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victory",1,1,1 ], "final and complete superiority in a war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victory",1,1,2 ], "a successful military engagement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victory",1,1,3 ], "a success attained in a contest or struggle or over an opponent, obstacle, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victory",1,1,3 ], "problem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "victory",1,1,4 ], "the act of triumphing or state of having triumphed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victual",1,1,1 ], "to supply with or obtain victuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victual",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of animals) to partake of victuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victualage",1,1,1 ], "a rare word for victuals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victualler",1,1,1 ], "a supplier of victuals, as to an army; sutler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victualler",1,1,2 ], "a licensed purveyor of spirits; innkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victualler",1,1,3 ], "a supply ship, esp| one carrying foodstuffs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "victuals",1,1,1 ], "food or provisions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "videlicet",1,1,1 ], "namely: used to specify items, examples, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "video frequency",1,1,1 ], "television broadcasting system| It lies in the range from about 50 hertz to 5 megahertz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "video frequency",1,1,1 ], "the frequency of a signal conveying the image and synchronizing pulses in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "videophone",1,1,1 ], "a telephonic device in which there is both verbal and visual communication" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "videophone",1,1,1 ], "between parties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vidette",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of vedette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vidicon",1,1,1 ], "a small television camera tube, used in closed-circuit television and outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vidicon",1,1,1 ], "broadcasts, in which incident light forms an electric charge pattern on a photoconductive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vidicon",1,1,1 ], "current in an adjacent conducting layer" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vidicon",1,1,1 ], "surface| Scanning by a low-velocity electron beam discharges the surface, producing a" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vie",1,1,1 ], "to contend for superiority or victory (with) or strive in competition (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vie",1,2,1 ], "to offer, exchange, or display in rivalry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view halloo",1,1,1 ], "a huntsman's cry uttered when the quarry is seen breaking cover or shortly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view halloo",1,1,1 ], "afterwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "view halloo",1,2,1 ], "a shout indicating an abrupt appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,1 ], "the act of seeing or observing; an inspection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,10 ], "a sight of a hunted animal before or during the chase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,11 ], "in view of| taking into consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,12 ], "on view| exhibited to the public gaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,13 ], "disapproval" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,13 ], "take a dim or poor view of| to regard (something) with disfavour or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,14 ], "with a view to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,14,1 ], "with the intention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,14,2 ], "in anticipation or hope of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,2 ], "vision or sight, esp| range of vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,3 ], "a scene, esp| of a fine tract of countryside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,4 ], "a pictorial representation of a scene, such as a photograph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,5 ], "opinion; thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,6 ], "chance or expectation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,7 ], "(foll| by to) a desired end or intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,8 ], "a general survey of a topic, subject, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,9 ], "visual aspect or appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,9,1 ], "a formal inspection by a jury of the place where an alleged crime was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,9,1 ], "committed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,1,9,2 ], "a formal inspection of property in dispute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,2,1 ], "to look at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,3,1 ], "to consider in a specified manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,3,2 ], "to examine or inspect carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,4,1 ], "to survey mentally; contemplate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,4,2 ], "to watch (television)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "view",1,5,1 ], "to sight (a hunted animal) before or during the chase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewer",1,1,1 ], "a person who views something, esp| television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewer",1,1,2 ], "any optical device by means of which something is viewed, esp| one used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewer",1,1,2 ], "viewing photographic transparencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viewer",1,1,3 ], "a person appointed by a court to inspect and report upon property, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewfinder",1,1,1 ], "a device on a camera, consisting of a lens system and sometimes a ground-glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewfinder",1,1,1 ], "screen, enabling the user to see what will be included in his photograph| Sometimes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viewfinder",1,1,1 ], "shortened to finder" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "viewing",1,1,1 ], "the act of watching television" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewing",1,1,2 ], "television programmes collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewless",1,1,1 ], "(of windows, etc|) not affording a view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewless",1,1,2 ], "having no opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewless",1,1,3 ], "invisible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewpoint",1,1,1 ], "of view" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viewpoint",1,1,1 ], "the mental attitude that determines a person's opinions or judgments; point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewpoint",1,1,2 ], "a place from which something can be viewed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewy",1,1,1 ], "viewier, viewiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewy",1,1,2 ], "having fanciful opinions or ideas; visionary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viewy",1,1,3 ], "characterized by ostentation; showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigesimal",1,1,1 ], "relating to or based on the number 20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigesimal",1,1,2 ], "taking place or proceeding in intervals of 20" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigesimal",1,1,3 ], "twentieth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigil light",1,1,1 ], "a small candle lit as an act of personal devotion before a shrine or statue," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigil light",1,1,1 ], "usually in a church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vigil light",1,1,2 ], "a small lamp kept permanently burning before such a shrine or statue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigil",1,1,1 ], "a purposeful watch maintained, esp| at night, to guard, observe, pray, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigil",1,1,2 ], "the period of such a watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigil",1,1,3 ], "Church, Church of England" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigil",1,1,4 ], "prayer: often marked by fasting and abstinence and a special Mass and divine office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vigil",1,1,4 ], "the eve of certain major festivals, formerly observed as a night spent in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigil",1,1,5 ], "a period of sleeplessness; insomnia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigilance committee",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a self-appointed body of citizens organized to maintain order," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigilance committee",1,1,1 ], "etc|, where an efficient system of courts does not exist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vigilance",1,1,1 ], "the fact, quality, or condition of being vigilant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigilance",1,1,2 ], "the abnormal state or condition of being unable to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigilant",1,1,1 ], "keenly alert to or heedful of trouble or danger, as while others are sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigilant",1,1,1 ], "or unsuspicious" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vigilante",1,1,1 ], "a member of a vigilance committee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigilantism",1,1,1 ], "militancy, bigotry, or suspiciousness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vigilantism",1,1,1 ], "the methods, conduct, attitudes, etc|, associated with vigilantes, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,1,1 ], "a small illustration placed at the beginning or end of a book or chapter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,1,2 ], "a short graceful literary essay or sketch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,1,3 ], "a photograph, drawing, etc|, with edges that are shaded off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,1,4 ], "a carved ornamentation that has a design based upon tendrils, leaves, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,1,5 ], "any small endearing scene, view, picture, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,2,1 ], "to finish (a photograph, etc|) with a fading border in the form of a vignette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,2,1,1 ], "to decorate with vignettes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignette",1,2,1,2 ], "to portray in or as in a vignette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignetting",1,1,1 ], "edges" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vignetting",1,1,1 ], "progressively reducing the amount of light falling on the photographic surface towards the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vignetting",1,1,1 ], "the technique of producing a photographic vignette, esp| a portrait, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vignetting",1,1,2 ], "obliquity of the beam is increased" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vignetting",1,1,2 ], "the reduction in area of a light beam passing through a camera lens as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigorous",1,1,1 ], "endowed with bodily or mental strength or vitality; robust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigorous",1,1,2 ], "displaying, involving, characterized by, or performed with vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigour",1,1,1 ], "exuberant and resilient strength of body or mind; vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigour",1,1,2 ], "substantial effective energy or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigour",1,1,3 ], "forcefulness; intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigour",1,1,4 ], "the capacity for survival or strong healthy growth in a plant or animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigour",1,1,5 ], "the most active period or stage of life, manhood, etc|; prime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vigour",1,1,6 ], "legal force or effectiveness; validity (esp| in the phrase in vigour)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vihuela",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete plucked stringed instrument of Spain, related to the guitar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vilayet",1,1,1 ], "a major administrative division of Turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vile",1,1,1 ], "abominably wicked; shameful or evil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vile",1,1,2 ], "morally despicable; ignoble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vile",1,1,3 ], "disgusting to the senses or emotions; foul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vile",1,1,4 ], "tending to humiliate or degrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vile",1,1,5 ], "unpleasant or bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vile",1,1,6 ], "paltry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vilify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to revile with abusive or defamatory language; malign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vilify",1,1,2 ], "to make vile; debase; degrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vilipend",1,1,1 ], "to treat or regard with contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vilipend",1,1,2 ], "to speak slanderously or slightingly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villa",1,1,1 ], "(in ancient Rome) a country house, usually consisting of farm buildings and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villa",1,1,1 ], "residential quarters around a courtyard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "villa",1,1,2 ], "a large and usually luxurious country residence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villa",1,1,3 ], "a detached or semidetached suburban house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "village college",1,1,1 ], "a centre, often for a group of villages, with educational and recreational" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "village college",1,1,1 ], "facilities for the whole neighbourhood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "village",1,1,1 ], "a small group of houses in a country area, larger than a hamlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "village",1,1,2 ], "the inhabitants of such a community collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "village",1,1,3 ], "an incorporated municipality smaller than a town in various parts of the U|S|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "village",1,1,3 ], "and Canada" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "village",1,1,4 ], "a group of habitats of certain animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "village",1,1,5 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of a village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villager",1,1,1 ], "an inhabitant of a village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villager",1,2,1 ], "backward, unsophisticated, or illiterate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,1 ], "a wicked or malevolent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,2 ], "(in a novel, play, film, etc|) the main evil character and antagonist to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,2 ], "hero" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,3 ], "a mischievous person; rogue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,4 ], "police slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,5 ], "a criminal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,6 ], "a variant spelling of villein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villain",1,1,7 ], "an uncouth person; boor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villainage",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of villeinage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villainous",1,1,1 ], "of, like, or appropriate to a villain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villainous",1,1,2 ], "very bad or disagreeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villainy",1,1,1 ], "conduct befitting a villain; vicious behaviour or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villainy",1,1,2 ], "an evil, abhorrent, or criminal act or deed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villainy",1,1,3 ], "the fact or condition of being villainous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villainy",1,1,4 ], "a rare word for villeinage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villanella",1,1,1 ], "a type of part song originating in Naples during the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villanelle",1,1,1 ], "a verse form of French origin consisting of 19 lines arranged in five tercets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villanelle",1,1,1 ], "and a quatrain| The first and third lines of the first tercet recur alternately at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "villanelle",1,1,1 ], "the end of each subsequent tercet and both together at the end of the quatrain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "villatic",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a villa, village, or farm; rustic; rural" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villein",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) a peasant personally bound to his lord, to whom he paid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villein",1,1,1 ], "dues and services, sometimes commuted to rents, in return for his land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "villeinage",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Europe) the status and condition of a villein" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villeinage",1,1,2 ], "the tenure by which a villein held his land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villi",1,1,1 ], "the plural of villus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villiform",1,1,1 ], "having the form of a villus or a series of villi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villosity",1,1,1 ], "the state of being villous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villosity",1,1,2 ], "a villous coating or surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villosity",1,1,3 ], "a villus or a collection of villi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villous",1,1,1 ], "(of plant parts) covered with long hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villous",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, or having villi" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villus",1,1,1 ], "(usually pl|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villus",1,1,2 ], "any of the numerous finger-like projections of the mucous membrane lining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villus",1,1,2 ], "small intestine of many vertebrates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "villus",1,1,3 ], "any similar membranous process, such as any of those in the mammalian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "villus",1,1,3 ], "placenta" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "villus",1,1,4 ], "any of various hairlike outgrowths, as from the stem of a moss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vil|",1,1,1 ], "village" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vim",1,1,1 ], "exuberant vigour and energy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vimen",1,1,1 ], "a long flexible shoot that occurs in certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vimineous",1,1,1 ], "having, producing, or resembling long flexible shoots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vin ordinaire",1,1,1 ], "cheap table wine, esp| French" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vin-",1,1,1 ], "variant of vini- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vina",1,1,1 ], "a stringed musical instrument, esp| of India, related to the sitar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinaceous",1,1,2 ], "having a colour suggestive of red wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinaigrette",1,1,1 ], "a small decorative bottle or box with a perforated top, used for holding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinaigrette",1,1,1 ], "smelling salts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinaigrette",1,1,2 ], "a French dressing to which have been added chives, onions, etc|, used esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinaigrette",1,1,2 ], "with salads" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinaigrette",1,2,1 ], "served with vinaigrette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinasse",1,1,1 ], "the residue left in a still after distilling spirits, esp| brandy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vincible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being defeated or overcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinculum",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal line drawn above a group of mathematical terms, used as a sign of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinculum",1,1,1 ], "aggregation in mathematical expressions, as in x,,y" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinculum",1,1,1,1 ], "any bandlike structure, esp| one uniting two or more parts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinculum",1,1,1,2 ], "another name for ligament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinculum",1,1,2 ], "a unifying bond; tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being vindicated; justifiable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,1 ], "to clear from guilt, accusation, blame, etc|, as by evidence or argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,2 ], "to provide justification for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,3 ], "to uphold, maintain, or defend (a cause, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,4 ], "title" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,4 ], "to bring an action to regain possession of (property) under claim of legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,5 ], "to claim, as for oneself or another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,6 ], "to take revenge on or for; punish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindicate",1,1,7 ], "to set free" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindication",1,1,1 ], "the act of vindicating or the condition of being vindicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindication",1,1,2 ], "a means of exoneration from an accusation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindication",1,1,3 ], "a fact, evidence, circumstance, etc|, that serves to vindicate a theory or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindication",1,1,3 ], "claim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vindictive",1,1,1 ], "disposed to seek vengeance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindictive",1,1,2 ], "characterized by spite or rancour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindictive",1,1,3 ], "(of damages) in excess of the compensation due to the plaintiff and imposed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vindictive",1,1,3 ], "punishment of the defendant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vine",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants, esp| the grapevine, having long flexible stems that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vine",1,1,1 ], "creep along the ground or climb by clinging to a support by means of tendrils," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vine",1,1,1 ], "leafstalks, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vine",1,1,2 ], "the stem of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinedresser",1,1,1 ], "a person who prunes, tends, or cultivates grapevines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar eel",1,1,1 ], "a nematode worm, Anguillula aceti, that feeds on the organisms that cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar eel",1,1,1 ], "fermentation in vinegar and other liquids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various dipterous flies of the genus Drosophila" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar",1,1,1 ], "a sour-tasting liquid consisting of impure dilute acetic acid, made by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar",1,1,1 ], "oxidation of the ethyl alcohol in beer, wine, or cider| It is used as a condiment or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar",1,1,1 ], "preservative" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar",1,1,2 ], "sourness or peevishness of temper, countenance, speech, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar",1,1,3 ], "a medicinal solution in dilute acetic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar",1,1,4 ], "vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegar",1,2,1 ], "to apply vinegar to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegarette",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of vinaigrette ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinegarroon",1,1,1 ], "Mexico that emits a vinegary odour when alarmed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinegarroon",1,1,1 ], "a large whip scorpion, Mastigoproctus giganteus, of the southwestern U|S| and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinery",1,1,1 ], "a hothouse for growing grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinery",1,1,2 ], "another name for a vineyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinery",1,1,3 ], "vines collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vineyard",1,1,1 ], "a plantation of grapevines, esp| where wine grapes are produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vingt-et-un",1,1,1 ], "another name for pontoon ,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vini-",1,1,1 ], "indicating wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or contained in wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viniculture",1,1,1 ], "the process or business of growing grapes and making wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viniferous",1,1,1 ], "wine-producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinificator",1,1,1 ], "a condenser that collects the alcohol vapour escaping from fermenting wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vino",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinosity",1,1,1 ], "the distinctive and essential quality and flavour of wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinous",1,1,2 ], "indulging in or indicative of indulgence in wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage car",1,1,1 ], "an old car, esp| one constructed between 1919 and 1930" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,1,1 ], "the wine obtained from a harvest of grapes, esp| in an outstandingly good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,1,1 ], "year, referred to by the year involved, the district, or the vineyard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,1,2 ], "the harvest from which such a wine is obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,1,2,1 ], "the harvesting of wine grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,1,2,2 ], "the season of harvesting these grapes or for making wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,1,3 ], "a time of origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,1,4 ], "a group of contemporary people or objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,2,1 ], "(of wine) of an outstandingly good year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,2,2 ], "representative of the best and most typical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,2,3 ], "of lasting interest and importance; venerable; classic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,2,4 ], "old-fashioned; dated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintage",1,3,1 ], "to gather (grapes) or make (wine)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintager",1,1,1 ], "a grape harvester" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vintner",1,1,1 ], "a wine merchant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless volatile liquid unsaturated ester that polymerizes readily in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl acetate",1,1,1 ], "light and is used for making polyvinyl acetate| Formula: CH2CHOOCCH3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl chloride",1,1,1 ], "a colourless flammable gaseous unsaturated compound made by the chlorination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl chloride",1,1,1 ], "chloroethylene; chloroethene| Formula: CHCHCl" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl chloride",1,1,1 ], "of ethylene and used as a refrigerant and in the manufacture of PVC;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl resin",1,1,1 ], "any one of a class of thermoplastic materials, esp| PVC and polyvinyl acetate," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl resin",1,1,1 ], "made by polymerizing vinyl compounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl",1,1,2 ], "of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group of atoms CH2CH-" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl",1,1,3 ], "of, consisting of, or made of a vinyl resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinyl",1,1,4 ], "any vinyl polymer, resin, or plastic, esp| PVC" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vinylidene",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, consisting of, or containing the group CH2C" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viol",1,1,1 ], "any of a family of stringed musical instruments that preceded the violin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viol",1,1,1 ], "esp| in consorts, in the 16th and 17th centuries" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "viol",1,1,1 ], "family, consisting of a fretted fingerboard, a body rather like that of a violin but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viol",1,1,1 ], "having a flat back and six strings, played with a curved blow| They are held between" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "viol",1,1,1 ], "the knees when played and have a quiet yet penetrating tone; they were much played," ,4 ). c_DEF([ "viola clef",1,1,1 ], "another term for alto clef" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola d'amore",1,1,1 ], "an instrument of the viol family having no frets, seven strings, and a set of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola d'amore",1,1,1 ], "sympathetic strings| It was held under the chin when played" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viola da braccio",1,1,1 ], "an old name for viola'1 ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola da braccio",1,1,2 ], "a type of viol held on the shoulder, from which the modern viola was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola da braccio",1,1,2 ], "developed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viola da gamba",1,1,1 ], "the second largest and lowest member of the viol family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola",1,1,1 ], "a bowed stringed instrument, the alto of the violin family; held beneath the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola",1,1,1 ], "chin when played| It is pitched and tuned an octave above the cello" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viola",1,1,2 ], "any of various instruments of the viol family, such as the viola da gamba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola",2,1,1 ], "any temperate perennial herbaceous plant of the violaceous genus Viola, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viola",2,1,1 ], "flowers of which have showy irregular petals, white, yellow, blue, or mauve in colour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violaceous",1,1,1 ], "and shrubs including the violets and pansies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Violaceae, a family of herbaceous plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violaceous",1,1,2 ], "of the colour violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violate",1,1,1 ], "to break, disregard, or infringe on (a law, agreement, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violate",1,1,2 ], "to rape or otherwise sexually assault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violate",1,1,3 ], "to disturb rudely or improperly; break in upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violate",1,1,4 ], "to treat irreverently or disrespectfully; outrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violate",1,1,5 ], "to mistreat physically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violate",1,2,1 ], "violated or dishonoured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,1 ], "the exercise or an instance of physical force, usually effecting or intended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,1 ], "to effect injuries, destruction, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,2 ], "powerful, untamed, or devastating force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,3 ], "great strength of feeling, as in language, etc|; fervour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,4 ], "an unjust, unwarranted, or unlawful display of force, esp| such as tends to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,4 ], "overawe or intimidate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,5 ], "do violence to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,5,1 ], "to inflict harm upon; damage or violate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violence",1,1,5,2 ], "to distort or twist the sense or intention of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violent",1,1,1 ], "marked or caused by great physical force or violence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violent",1,1,2 ], "(of a person) tending to the use of violence, esp| in order to injure or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violent",1,1,2 ], "intimidate others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violent",1,1,3 ], "marked by intensity of any kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violent",1,1,4 ], "characterized by an undue use of force; severe; harsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violent",1,1,5 ], "caused by or displaying strong or undue mental or emotional force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violent",1,1,6 ], "tending to distort the meaning or intent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,1 ], "Viola, such as V| odorata violet), typically having mauve or bluish flowers with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate perennial herbaceous plants of the violaceous genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,1 ], "irregular showy petals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,2 ], "any other plant of the genus Viola, such as the wild pansy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar but unrelated plants, such as the African violet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,3,1 ], "any of a group of colours that vary in saturation but have the same" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,3,1 ], "purplish-blue hue| They lie at one end of the visible spectrum, next to blue; approximate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,3,1 ], "wavelength range 445-390 nanometres" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,3,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,4 ], "a dye or pigment of or producing these colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,5 ], "violet clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violet",1,1,6 ], "shrinking violet| Informal| a shy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violin",1,1,1 ], "a bowed stringed instrument, the highest member of the violin family," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violin",1,1,1 ], "connected to the back by means of a soundpost that also supports the bridge| It has two" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "violin",1,1,1 ], "consisting of a fingerboard, a hollow wooden body with waisted sides, and a sounding board" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violin",1,1,1 ], "f-shaped sound holes cut in the belly| The instrument, noted for its fine and flexible" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "violin",1,1,1 ], "tone, is the most important of the stringed instruments| It is held under the chin" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "violin",1,1,1 ], "when played| Range: roughly three and a half octaves upwards from G below middle C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "violinist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the violin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violist",1,1,1 ], "a person who plays the viola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violist",2,1,1 ], "a person who plays the viol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violoncello",1,1,1 ], "the full name for cello" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "violone",1,1,1 ], "gamba| It corresponds to the double bass in the violin family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "violone",1,1,1 ], "the double-bass member of the viol family lying an octave below the viola da" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viper",1,1,1 ], "Vipera (the adder and related forms), having hollow fangs in the upper jaw that are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viper",1,1,1 ], "any venomous Old World snake of the family Viperidae, esp| any of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viper",1,1,1 ], "used to inject venom" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "viper",1,1,2 ], "any of various other snakes, such as the horned viper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viper",1,1,3 ], "a malicious or treacherous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viper's bugloss",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian boraginaceous weed, Echium vulgare, having blue flowers and pink buds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viperous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a viper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viperous",1,1,2 ], "malicious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virago",1,1,1 ], "a loud, violent, and ill-tempered woman; scold; shrew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virago",1,1,2 ], "a strong, brave, or warlike woman; amazon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viral",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or caused by a virus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virelay",1,1,1 ], "an old French verse form, rarely used in English, having short lines on two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virelay",1,1,1 ], "rhymes throughout and two opening lines recurring at intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virelay",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar forms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vireo",1,1,1 ], "any insectivorous American songbird of the family Vireonidae, esp| those of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vireo",1,1,1 ], "the genus Vireo, having an olive grey back with pale underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virescence",1,1,1 ], "(in plants) the state of becoming green, esp| by the action of disease, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virescence",1,1,1 ], "in parts not normally green" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virescence",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being or the process of becoming green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virescent",1,1,1 ], "greenish or becoming green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virga",1,1,1 ], "reaching the earth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virga",1,1,1 ], "wisps of rain or snow, seen trailing from clouds, that evaporate before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgate",1,1,1 ], "long, straight, and thin; rod-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgate",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete measure of land area, usually taken as equivalent to 30 acres" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin birth",1,1,1 ], "another name for parthenogenesis ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin wool",1,1,1 ], "wool that is being processed or woven for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a woman, who has never had sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,1,2 ], "an unmarried woman who has taken a religious vow of chastity in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,1,2 ], "dedicate herself totally to God" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,1,3 ], "any female animal that has never mated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,1,4 ], "a female insect that produces offspring by parthenogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, suitable for, or characteristic of a virgin or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,1 ], "virgins; chaste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,2 ], "pure and natural, uncorrupted, unsullied, or untouched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,3 ], "not yet cultivated, explored, exploited, etc|, by man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,4 ], "being the first or happening for the first time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,5 ], "(of vegetable oils) obtained directly by the first pressing of fruits, leaves," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,5 ], "or seeds of plants without applying heat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,6 ], "(of a metal) made from an ore rather than from scrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,7 ], "occurring naturally in a pure and uncombined form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin",1,2,8 ], "(of a neutron) not having experienced a collision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgin's-bower",1,1,1 ], "America, which has clusters of small white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virgin's-bower",1,1,1 ], "any of several American clematis plants, esp| Clematis virginiana, of E North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virginal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, characterized by, proper to, or maintaining a state of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virginal",1,1,1 ], "virginity; chaste" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virginal",1,1,2 ], "extremely pure or fresh; untouched; undefiled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virginal",2,1,1 ], "a smaller version of the harpsichord, but oblong in shape, having one manual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virginal",2,1,1 ], "and no pedals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virginity",1,1,1 ], "the condition or fact of being a virgin; maidenhood; chastity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virginity",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being untouched, unsullied, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virginium",1,1,1 ], "a former name for francium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgo intacta",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman who has not had sexual intercourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgulate",1,1,1 ], "rod-shaped or rodlike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virgule",1,1,1 ], "another name for solidus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viridescent",1,1,1 ], "greenish or tending to become green" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viridian",1,1,1 ], "a green pigment consisting of a hydrated form of chromic oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viridity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or state of being green; greenness; verdancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viridity",1,1,2 ], "innocence, youth, or freshness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virile",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or having the characteristics of an adult male" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virile",1,1,2 ], "of or capable of copulation or procreation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virile",1,1,3 ], "strong, forceful, or vigorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virilism",1,1,1 ], "the abnormal development in a woman of male secondary sex characteristics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virology",1,1,1 ], "the branch of medicine concerned with the study of viruses and the diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virology",1,1,1 ], "they cause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtu",1,1,1 ], "a taste or love for curios or works of fine art; connoisseurship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtu",1,1,2 ], "such objects collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtu",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the phrases articles of virtu; objects of virtu)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtu",1,1,3 ], "the quality of being rare, beautiful, or otherwise appealing to a connoisseur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtual image",1,1,1 ], "an optical image formed by the apparent divergence of rays from a point," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtual image",1,1,1 ], "rather than their actual divergence from a point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtual storage",1,1,1 ], "a computer system in which the size of the memory is effectively increased by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtual storage",1,1,1 ], "a disk, into the smaller core memory as they are required" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "virtual storage",1,1,1 ], "automatically transferring sections of a program from a large capacity backing store, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtual",1,1,1 ], "having the essence or effect but not the appearance or form of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtual",1,1,2 ], "being, relating to, or involving a virtual image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtual",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to virtual storage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtual",1,1,4 ], "capable of producing an effect through inherent power or virtue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtual",1,1,5 ], "are interacting by a field of force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtual",1,1,5 ], "designating or relating to a particle exchanged between other particles that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtually",1,1,1 ], "in effect though not in fact; pratically; nearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,1 ], "the quality or practice of moral excellence or righteousness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,2 ], "a particular moral excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,3 ], "any of the cardinal virtues (prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,3 ], "theological virtues (faith, hope, and charity)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,4 ], "any admirable quality, feature, or trait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,5 ], "an effective, active, or inherent power or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,6 ], "chastity, esp| in women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,7 ], "by or in virtue of| on account of or by reason of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,8 ], "make a virtue of necessity| to acquiesce in doing something unpleasant with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtue",1,1,8 ], "show of grace because one must do it in any case" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtues",1,1,1 ], "in medieval angelology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtues",1,1,1 ], "the fifth of the nine orders into which the angels are traditionally divided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuoso",1,1,1 ], "a consummate master of musical technique and artistry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuoso",1,1,2 ], "a person who has a masterly or dazzling skill or technique in any field of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuoso",1,1,2 ], "activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virtuoso",1,1,3 ], "a connoisseur, dilettante, or collector of art objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuoso",1,1,4 ], "a scholar or savant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuoso",1,1,5 ], "showing masterly skill or brilliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or possessing virtue or moral excellence; righteous; upright" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuous",1,1,2 ], "(of women) chaste or virginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virtuous",1,1,3 ], "efficacious; potent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virulence",1,1,1 ], "the quality of being virulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virulence",1,1,2 ], "the capacity of a microorganism for causing disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virulent",1,1,1,1 ], "(of a microorganism)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virulent",1,1,2 ], "extremely infective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virulent",1,1,2,2 ], "(of a disease) having a rapid course and violent effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virulent",1,1,3 ], "extremely poisonous, injurious, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virulent",1,1,4 ], "extremely bitter, hostile, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virus",1,1,1 ], "and plants: many are pathogenic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "virus",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of submicroscopic entities consisting of a single nucleic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virus",1,1,1 ], "surrounded by a protein coat and capable of replication only within the cells of animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "virus",1,1,2 ], "a disease caused by a virus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "virus",1,1,3 ], "any corrupting or infecting influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vis",1,1,1 ], "power, force, or strength| s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visage",1,1,1 ], "face or countenance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visage",1,1,2 ], "appearance; aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscacha",1,1,1 ], "South America, similar to but larger than the chinchillas: family Chinchillidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viscacha",1,1,1 ], "a gregarious burrowing hystricomorph rodent, Lagostomus maximus, of southern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscacha",1,1,2 ], "mountain viscacha| another name for mountain chinchilla (see chinchilla ,1,3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscera",1,1,1 ], "abdominal cavity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viscera",1,1,1 ], "the large internal organs of the body collectively, esp| those in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscera",1,1,2 ], "(less formally) the intestines; guts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visceral",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or affecting the viscera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visceral",1,1,2 ], "characterized by intuition or instinct rather than intellect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visceromotor",1,1,1 ], "relating to or controlling movements of the viscera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscid",1,1,1 ], "cohesive and sticky; glutinous; viscous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscid",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of a leaf) covered with a sticky substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscoid",1,1,1 ], "(of a fluid) somewhat viscous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscometer",1,1,1 ], "any device for measuring viscosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscose",1,1,1,1 ], "a viscous orange-brown solution obtained by dissolving cellulose in sodium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscose",1,1,1,1 ], "hydroxide and carbon disulphide| It can be converted back to cellulose by an acid, as in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viscose",1,1,1,1 ], "the manufacture of rayon and cellophane" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "viscose",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscose",1,1,2 ], "rayon made from this material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscose",1,2,1 ], "another word for viscous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscosity",1,1,1 ], "the state or property of being viscous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscosity",1,1,1,1 ], "the extent to which a fluid resists a tendency to flow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscosity",1,1,1,2 ], "absolute viscosity| a measure of this resistance, equal to the tangential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscosity",1,1,1,2 ], "measured in newton seconds per metre squared| Symbol: h" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "viscosity",1,1,1,2 ], "stress on a liquid undergoing streamline flow divided by its velocity gradient| It is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viscount",1,1,1 ], "(in the British Isles) a nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscount",1,1,2 ], "(in various countries) a son or younger brother of a count" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscount",1,1,3 ], "(in medieval Europe) the deputy of a count" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscountcy",1,1,1 ], "the rank or position of a viscount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscountess",1,1,1 ], "the wife or widow of a viscount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscountess",1,1,2 ], "a woman who holds the rank of viscount in her own right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscous",1,1,1 ], "(of liquids) thick and sticky; viscid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscous",1,1,2 ], "having or involving viscosity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viscus",1,1,1 ], "the singular of viscera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vise",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of vice'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visibility",1,1,1 ], "the condition or fact of being visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visibility",1,1,2 ], "clarity of vision or relative possibility of seeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visibility",1,1,3 ], "the range of vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible balance",1,1,1 ], "another name for balance of trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible radiation",1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation that causes the sensation of sight; light| It has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible radiation",1,1,1 ], "wavelengths between about 380 and 780 nanometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visible speech",1,1,1 ], "a system of phonetic notation invented by Alexander Melville Bell (1819-1905)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible speech",1,1,1 ], "that utilized symbols based on the schematic representation of the articulations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visible speech",1,1,1 ], "used for each speech sound" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "visible",1,1,1 ], "capable of being perceived by the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible",1,1,2 ], "capable of being perceived by the mind; evident" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible",1,1,3 ], "available" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible",1,1,4 ], "(of an index or file) using a flexible display system for the contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible",1,1,5 ], "of or relating to the balance of trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible",1,1,6 ], "represented by visible symbols" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visible",1,2,1 ], "a visible item of trade; product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,1,1 ], "the act, faculty, or manner of perceiving with the eye; sight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,1,2 ], "the ability or an instance of great perception, esp| of future developments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,1,3 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,1,3 ], "mystical or religious experience of seeing some supernatural event, person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,1,4 ], "that which is seen, esp| in such a mystical experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,1,5 ], "a vivid mental image produced by the imagination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,1,6 ], "a person or thing of extraordinary beauty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vision",1,2,1 ], "to see or show in or as if in a vision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visional",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or seen in a vision, apparition, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,1,1 ], "to go or come to see (a person, place, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,1,2 ], "to stay with (someone) as a guest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,1,3 ], "or examining" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,1,3 ], "to go or come to (an institution, place, etc|) for the purpose of inspecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,2,1 ], "(of a disease, disaster, etc|) to assail; afflict" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,3,1 ], "to inflict (punishment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,4,1 ], "to afflict or plague (with punishment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,4,2 ], "(often foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,4,3 ], "to chat or converse (with someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,5,1 ], "the act or an instance of visiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,5,2 ], "a stay as a guest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,5,3 ], "a professional or official call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,5,4 ], "a formal call for the purpose of inspection or examination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,5,5 ], "ships in war to verify their nationality and ascertain whether they carry contraband" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,5,5 ], "the right of an officer of a belligerent state to stop and search neutral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visit",1,5,6 ], "a friendly talk or chat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitant",1,1,1 ], "a supernatural being; ghost; apparition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitant",1,1,2 ], "a visitor or guest, usually from far away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitant",1,1,3 ], "a pilgrim or tourist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitant",1,1,4 ], "a migratory bird that is present in a particular region only at certain times" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitant",1,2,1 ], "paying a visit; visiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitation",1,1,1 ], "an official call or visit for the purpose of inspecting or examining an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitation",1,1,1 ], "institution, esp| such a visit made by a bishop to his diocese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visitation",1,1,2 ], "a visiting of punishment or reward from heaven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitation",1,1,3 ], "any disaster or catastrophe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitation",1,1,4 ], "an appearance or arrival of a supernatural being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitation",1,1,5 ], "any call or visit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitation",1,1,6 ], "an unduly prolonged social call" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitatorial",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or for an official visitation or visitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitatorial",1,1,2 ], "empowered to make official visitations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visiting card",1,1,1 ], "a small card bearing the name and usually the address of a person, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visiting card",1,1,1 ], "giving to business or social acquaintances| U|S| term: calling card" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visiting fireman",1,1,1 ], "a visitor whose presence is noticed because he is an important figure, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visiting fireman",1,1,1 ], "lavish spender, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visiting nurse",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) a registered nurse employed by a community, hospital, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visiting nurse",1,1,1 ], "visit and nurse the sick in their homes or to promote public health" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visiting professor",1,1,1 ], "a professor invited to teach in a college or university other than his own," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visiting professor",1,1,1 ], "often in another country, for a certain period, such as a term or year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visitor",1,1,1 ], "a person who pays a visit; caller, guest, tourist, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visitor",1,1,2 ], "another name for visitant ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visor",1,1,1 ], "a piece of armour fixed or hinged to the helmet to protect the face and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visor",1,1,1 ], "furnished with slits for the eyes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visor",1,1,2 ], "another name for peak (on a cap)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visor",1,1,3 ], "a small movable screen used as protection against glare from the sun, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visor",1,1,3 ], "attached above the windscreen of a motor vehicle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visor",1,1,4 ], "a mask or any other means of disguise or concealment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visor",1,2,1 ], "to cover, provide, or protect with a visor; shield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vista",1,1,1 ], "a view, esp| through a long narrow avenue of trees, buildings, etc|, or such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vista",1,1,1 ], "passage or avenue itself; prospect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vista",1,1,2 ], "a comprehensive mental view of a distant time or a lengthy series of events" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual aids",1,1,1 ], "devices, such as films, slides, models, and blackboards, that display in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual aids",1,1,1 ], "visual form material to be understood or remembered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visual arts",1,1,1 ], "and literature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visual arts",1,1,1 ], "the arts of painting, sculpting, engraving, etc|, as opposed to music, drama," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual display unit",1,1,1 ], "a device incorporating a cathode-ray tube that displays characters or line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual display unit",1,1,1 ], "drawings representing data in a computer memory| It usually has a keyboard or light pen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visual display unit",1,1,1 ], "for the input of information or enquiries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "visual magnitude",1,1,1 ], "the magnitude of a star as determined by visual observation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual purple",1,1,1 ], "another name for rhodopsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual violet",1,1,1 ], "another name for iodopsin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual yellow",1,1,1 ], "another name for retinene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, done by, or used in seeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual",1,1,2 ], "another word for optical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual",1,1,3 ], "capable of being seen; visible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual",1,1,4 ], "of, occurring as, or induced by a mental image" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visual",1,2,1 ], "a sketch to show the proposed layout of an advertisement, as in a newspaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visualize",1,1,1 ], "moment visible)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visualize",1,1,1 ], "to form a mental image of (something incapable of being viewed or not at that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "visualize",1,1,2 ], "part)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "visualize",1,1,2 ], "to view by means of an x-ray the outline of (a bodily organ, structure, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vita",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for curriculum vitae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitaceous",1,1,1 ], "grapevine and Virginia creeper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vitaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Vitaceae, a family of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitaceous",1,1,1 ], "subtropical flowering plants having a climbing habit and berry-like fruits: includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vital capacity",1,1,1 ], "possible breath has been taken: a measure of lung function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vital capacity",1,1,1 ], "the volume of air that can be exhaled from the lungs after the deepest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital force",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in early biological theory) a hypothetical force, independent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital force",1,1,1 ], "and development of living organisms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vital force",1,1,1 ], "physical and chemical forces, regarded as being the causative factor of the evolution" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vital staining",1,1,1 ], "immediately kill them, facilitating observation under a microscope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vital staining",1,1,1 ], "the technique of treating living cells and tissues with dyes that do not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital statistics",1,1,1 ], "affecting it, such as the death rate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vital statistics",1,1,1 ], "quantitative data concerning human life or the conditions and aspects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital statistics",1,1,2 ], "the measurements of a woman's bust, waist, and hips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,1,1 ], "essential to maintain life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,1,2 ], "forceful, energetic, or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,1,3 ], "of, relating to, having, or displaying life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,1,4 ], "indispensable or essential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,1,5 ], "of great importance; decisive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,1,6 ], "influencing the course of life, esp| negatively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,2,1,1 ], "necessary to maintain life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,2,1,1 ], "the bodily organs, such as the brain, liver, heart, lungs, etc|, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,2,1,2 ], "the organs of reproduction, esp| the male genitals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vital",1,2,2 ], "the essential elements of anything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitalism",1,1,1 ], "because their existence depends upon a vital life-giving principle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitalism",1,1,1 ], "the doctrine that phenomena cannot be explained in purely mechanical terms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitality",1,1,1 ], "physical or mental vigour, energy, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitality",1,1,2 ], "the power or ability to continue in existence, live, or grow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitality",1,1,3 ], "a less common name for vital force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitalize",1,1,1 ], "to make vital, living, or alive endow with life or vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin A",1,1,1 ], "Formula: C20H30O" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin A",1,1,1 ], "a fat-soluble yellow unsaturated alcohol occurring in green and yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin A",1,1,1 ], "a vitamin that occurs in the tissues of freshwater fish and has a function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin A",1,1,1 ], "essential for the prevention of night blindness and the protection of epithelial tissue|" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin A",1,1,1 ], "similar to that of vitamin A| Formula: C20H28O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin A",1,1,1 ], "vegetables (esp| carrots), butter, egg yolk, and fish-liver oil (esp| halibut oil)| It is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B complex",1,1,1 ], "a large group of water-soluble vitamins occurring esp| in liver and yeast:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B complex",1,1,1 ], "choline, folic acid, and cyanocobalamin| Sometimes shortened to B complex" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B complex",1,1,1 ], "includes thiamine, riboflavin, nicotinic acid, pyridoxine, pantothenic acid, biotin," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B",1,1,1 ], "another name for cyanocobalamin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B",1,1,1 ], "another name for pyridoxine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B",1,1,1 ], "another name for riboflavin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B",1,1,1 ], "another name for thiamine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin B",1,1,1 ], "any of the vitamins in the vitamin B complex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin C",1,1,1 ], "another name for ascorbic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin D",1,1,1 ], "another name for calciferol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin D",1,1,1 ], "another name for cholecalciferol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin D",1,1,1 ], "any of the fat-soluble vitamins, including calciferol and cholecalciferol," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin D",1,1,1 ], "occurring in fish-liver oils (esp| cod-liver oil), milk, butter, and eggs: used in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin D",1,1,1 ], "precursor, lumisterol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin D",1,1,1 ], "the first isolated form of vitamin D, consisting of calciferol and its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin D",1,1,1 ], "treatment of rickets and osteomalacia" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin E",1,1,1 ], "another name for tocopherol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin G",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for riboflavin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin H",1,1,1 ], "another name (esp| U|S|) for biotin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin K",1,1,1 ], "a former name for menadione" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin K",1,1,1 ], "another name for menaquinone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin K",1,1,1 ], "another name for phylloquinone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin K",1,1,1 ], "any of the fat-soluble vitamins, including phylloquinone and the menaquinones," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin K",1,1,1 ], "which are essential for the normal clotting of blood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin P",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of water-soluble crystalline substances occurring mainly in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin P",1,1,1 ], "blood capillaries" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin P",1,1,1 ], "citrus fruits, blackcurrants, and rose hips: they regulate the permeability of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of substances that are essential, in small quantities, for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin",1,1,1 ], "normal functioning of metabolism in the body| They cannot usually be synthesized in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin",1,1,1 ], "particular vitamin results in a deficiency disease" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vitamin",1,1,1 ], "the body but they occur naturally in certain foods: insufficient supply of any" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vitascope",1,1,1 ], "an early type of film projector" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitellin",1,1,1 ], "a phosphoprotein that is the major protein in egg yolk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitelline membrane",1,1,1 ], "a membrane that surrounds a fertilized ovum and prevents the entry of other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitelline membrane",1,1,1 ], "spermatozoa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitelline",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the yolk of an egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitelline",1,1,2 ], "having the yellow colour of an egg yolk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitiate",1,1,1 ], "to make faulty or imperfect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitiate",1,1,2 ], "to debase, pervert, or corrupt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitiate",1,1,3 ], "to destroy the force or legal effect of (a deed, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viticulture",1,1,1 ], "the science, art, or process of cultivating grapevines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viticulture",1,1,2 ], "the study of grapes and the growing of grapes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitiligo",1,1,1 ], "another name for leucoderma" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrain",1,1,1 ], "a type of coal occurring as horizontal glassy bands of a nonsoiling friable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrain",1,1,1 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitreous body",1,1,1 ], "a transparent gelatinous substance, permeated by fine fibrils, that fills the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitreous body",1,1,1 ], "interior of the eyeball between the lens and the retina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitreous humour",1,1,1 ], "the aqueous fluid contained within the interstices of the vitreous body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitreous silica",1,1,1 ], "another name for silica glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitreous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitreous",1,1,2 ], "made of, derived from, or containing glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitreous",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to the vitreous humour or vitreous body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrescence",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being or becoming vitreous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrescence",1,1,2 ], "the process of producing a glass or turning a crystalline material into glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrescent",1,1,1 ], "tending to turn into glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrescent",1,1,2 ], "capable of being transformed into glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or having the nature of glass; vitreous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrification",1,1,1 ], "the process or act of vitrifying or the state of being vitrified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrification",1,1,2 ], "something that is or has been vitrified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitriform",1,1,1 ], "having the form or appearance of glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrify",1,1,1 ], "to convert or be converted into glass or a glassy substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitrine",1,1,1 ], "a glass display case or cabinet for works of art, curios, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitriolic",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance, esp| a strong acid) highly corrosive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitriolic",1,1,2 ], "severely bitter or caustic; virulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitriolize",1,1,1 ], "to convert into or treat with vitriol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitriolize",1,1,2 ], "to burn or injure with vitriol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitta",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous tubelike cavities containing oil or resin that occur in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vitta",1,1,1 ], "fruits of certain plants, esp| of parsley and related plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vitta",1,1,2 ], "a band or stripe of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vittle",1,2,1 ], "an obsolete or dialect spelling of victual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vituline",1,1,1 ], "of or resembling a calf or veal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vituperate",1,1,1 ], "to berate or rail against abusively revile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vituperation",1,1,1 ], "abusive language or venomous censure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vituperation",1,1,2 ], "the act of vituperating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viva voce",1,2,1 ], "by word of mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viva voce",1,4,1 ], "the full form of viva ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viva",1,1,1 ], "long live; up with (a specified person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivace",1,2,1 ], "to be performed in a brisk lively manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivacious",1,1,1 ], "full of high spirits and animation; lively or vital" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivacious",1,1,2 ], "having or displaying tenacity of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivacity",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being vivacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivacity",1,1,2 ], "a vivacious act or expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivandi",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a female sutler or victualler offering extra provisions and spirits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivandi",1,1,1 ], "to soldiers, esp| those of the French and British armies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vivarium",1,1,1 ], "a place where live animals are kept under natural conditions for study," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivarium",1,1,1 ], "research, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vive",1,1,1 ], "long live; up with (a specified person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viverrine",1,1,1 ], "medium-sized predatory mammals of Eurasia and Africa, including genets, civets and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "viverrine",1,1,1 ], "mongooses: order Carnivora (carnivores)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "viverrine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Viverridae, a family of small to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viverrine",1,2,1 ], "any animal belonging to the family Viverridae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,1 ], "(of a colour) very bright; having a very high saturation or purity; produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,1 ], "by a pure or almost pure colouring agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,2 ], "brilliantly coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,3 ], "conveying to the mind striking realism, freshness, or trueness to life;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,3 ], "graphic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,4 ], "(of a recollection, memory, etc|) remaining distinct in the mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,5 ], "(of the imagination, etc|) prolific in the formation of lifelike images" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,6 ], "making a powerful impact on the emotions or senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,7 ], "uttered, operating, or acting with vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivid",1,1,8 ], "full of life or vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivify",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to bring to life; animate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivify",1,1,2 ], "to make more vivid or striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivisect",1,1,1 ], "to subject (an animal) to vivisection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivisection",1,1,1 ], "cutting into or dissecting the body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vivisection",1,1,1 ], "the act or practice of performing experiments on living animals, involving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivisectionist",1,1,1 ], "a person who practises vivisection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivisectionist",1,1,2 ], "a person who advocates the practice of vivisection as being useful or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vivisectionist",1,1,2 ], "necessary to science" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vivo",1,2,1 ], "with life and vigour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vixen",1,1,1 ], "a female fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vixen",1,1,2 ], "a quarrelsome or spiteful woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vizard",1,1,1 ], "a means of disguise; mask; visor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vizcacha",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of viscacha" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vizier",1,1,1 ], "Empire| Viziers served in various capacities, such as that of provincial governor or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vizier",1,1,1 ], "a high official in certain Muslim countries, esp| in the former Ottoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vizier",1,1,1 ], "chief minister to the sultan" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vizierate",1,1,1 ], "the position, rank, or authority of a vizier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vizierate",1,1,2 ], "the term of office of a vizier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vizor",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of visor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vizsla",1,1,1 ], "a breed of Hungarian hunting dog with a smooth rusty-gold coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "viz|",1,1,1 ], "videlicet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vlei",1,1,1 ], "an area of low marshy ground, esp| one that feeds a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vlei",1,1,2 ], "a marsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocab",1,1,1 ], "short for vocabulary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocable",1,1,1 ], "any word, either written or spoken, regarded simply as a sequence of letters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocable",1,1,1 ], "or spoken sounds, irrespective of its meaning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocable",1,1,2 ], "a vocal sound; vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocable",1,2,1 ], "capable of being uttered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocabulary",1,1,1 ], "a language, with meanings or translations into another language; glossary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocabulary",1,1,1 ], "a listing, either selective or exhaustive, containing the words and phrases of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocabulary",1,1,2 ], "class, profession, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocabulary",1,1,2 ], "the aggregate of words in the use or comprehension of a specified person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocabulary",1,1,3 ], "all the words contained in a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocabulary",1,1,4 ], "a range or system of symbols, qualities, or techniques constituting a means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocabulary",1,1,4 ], "communication or expression, as any of the arts or crafts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocal cords",1,1,1 ], "(false vocal cords) are not concerned with vocal production; the lower pair (true" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocal cords",1,1,1 ], "either of two pairs of mucomembranous folds in the larynx| The upper pair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal cords",1,1,1 ], "the lungs is forced over them" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vocal cords",1,1,1 ], "vocal cords or vocal folds) can be made to vibrate and produce sound when air from" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vocal score",1,1,1 ], "a musical score that shows voice parts in full and orchestral parts in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal score",1,1,1 ], "form of a piano transcription" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designed for the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,2 ], "produced or delivered by the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,3 ], "connected with an attribute or the production of the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,4 ], "frequently disposed to outspoken speech, criticism, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,5 ], "full of sound or voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,6 ], "endowed with a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,7 ], "eloquent or meaningful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,7,1 ], "of or relating to a speech sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,1,7,2 ], "of or relating to a voiced speech sound, esp| a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,2,1 ], "a piece of jazz or pop music that is sung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocal",1,2,2 ], "a performance of such a piece of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or containing a vowel or vowels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalise",1,1,1 ], "a musical passage sung upon one vowel as an excercise to develop flexibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalise",1,1,1 ], "and control of pitch and tone; solfeggio" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocalism",1,1,1 ], "the exercise of the voice, as in singing or speaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalism",1,1,2 ], "singing, esp| in respect to technique or skill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalism",1,1,2,1 ], "a voiced speech sound, esp| a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalism",1,1,2,2 ], "a system of vowels as used in a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalist",1,1,1 ], "a singer, esp| one who regularly appears with a jazz band or pop group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalize",1,1,1 ], "to express with or use the voice; articulate (a speech, song, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalize",1,2,1 ], "to make vocal or articulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalize",1,3,1,1 ], "to articulate (a speech sound) with voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalize",1,3,1,2 ], "to change (a consonant) into a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalize",1,3,2 ], "another word for vowelize" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocalize",1,4,1 ], "to sing a melody on a vowel, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocation",1,1,1 ], "a specified occupation, profession, or trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocation",1,1,1,1 ], "a special urge, inclination, or predisposition to a particular calling or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocation",1,1,1,1 ], "career, esp| a religious one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocation",1,1,1,2 ], "such a calling or career" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocational guidance",1,1,1 ], "a guidance service based on psychological tests and interviews to find out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocational guidance",1,1,1 ], "what career or occupation may best suit a person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocational",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a vocation or vocations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocational",1,1,2 ], "an occupation, trade, or profession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocational",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to applied educational courses concerned with skills needed for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocative",1,1,1 ], "relating to, used in, or characterized by calling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocative",1,1,2 ], "denoting a case of nouns, in some inflected languages, used when the referent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocative",1,1,2 ], "of the noun is being addressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vocative",1,2,1,1 ], "the vocative case" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vocative",1,2,1,2 ], "a vocative noun or speech element" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voces",1,1,1 ], "the plural of vox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vociferant",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for vociferous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vociferant",1,2,1 ], "a vociferous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vociferate",1,1,1 ], "insistently" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vociferate",1,1,1 ], "to exclaim or cry out about (something) clamorously, vehemently, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vociferous",1,1,1 ], "characterized by vehemence, clamour, or noisiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vociferous",1,1,2 ], "making an outcry or loud noises; clamorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voc|",1,1,1 ], "vocative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vodka",1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink originating in Russia, made from grain, potatoes, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vodka",1,1,1 ], "usually consisting only of rectified spirit and water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voetsek",1,1,1 ], "African slang| an expletive used when chasing animals away: offensive when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voetsek",1,1,1 ], "addressed to people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voetstoots",1,1,1 ], "condition of the goods being sold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voetstoots",1,1,1 ], "denoting a sale in which the vendor is freed from all responsibility for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voetstoots",1,2,1 ], "without responsibility for the condition of the goods sold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vogue",1,1,1 ], "the popular style at a specified time (esp| in the phrase in vogue)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vogue",1,1,2 ], "a period of general or popular usage or favour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vogue",1,2,1 ], "popular or fashionable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice box",1,1,1 ], "another word for the larynx" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice part",1,1,1 ], "a melodic line written for the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice vote",1,1,1 ], "a vote taken in a legislative body by calling for the ayes and the noes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice vote",1,1,1 ], "estimating which faction is more numerous from the volume of the noise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,1 ], "resonant effect of the tongue and mouth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,1 ], "the sound made by the vibration of the vocal cords, esp| when modified by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,10 ], "all vowels or sonants, that is produced when the vocal cords make loose contact" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,10 ], "the glottis" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,10 ], "the sound characterizing the articulation of several speech sounds, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,10 ], "with each other and are set in vibration by the breath as it forces its way through" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,11 ], "a category of the verb or verbal inflections that expresses whether the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,11 ], "recipient, or some other relation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,11 ], "relation between the subject and the verb is that of agent and action, action and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,12 ], "rumour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,13 ], "(foll| by of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,14 ], "fame; renown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,15 ], "in voice| in a condition to sing or speak well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,16 ], "out of voice| with the voice temporarily in a poor condition, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,16 ], "singing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,17 ], "with one voice| unanimously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,2 ], "particular person" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,2 ], "the natural and distinctive tone of the speech sounds characteristic of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,3 ], "the condition, quality, effectiveness, or tone of such sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,4 ], "the musical sound of a singing voice, with respect to its quality or tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,5 ], "the ability to speak, sing, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,6 ], "a sound resembling or suggestive of vocal utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,7 ], "give voice to)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,7 ], "written or spoken expression, as of feeling, opinion, etc| (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,8 ], "a stated choice, wish, or opinion or the power or right to have an opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,8 ], "heard and considered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,9 ], "an agency through which is communicated another's purpose, policy, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,9,1 ], "frequencies and in certain registers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,9,1 ], "musical notes produced by vibrations of the vocal chords at various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,1,9,2 ], "(in harmony) an independent melodic line or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,2,1 ], "to utter in words; give expression to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,2,2 ], "to articulate (a speech sound) with voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,2,3 ], "standards of tone colour, pitch, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice",1,2,3 ], "to adjust (a wind instrument or organ pipe) so that it conforms to the correct" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice-leading",1,1,1 ], "another term for part-writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voice-over",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voice-over",1,1,1 ], "the voice of an unseen commentator heard during a film, television programme," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiced",1,1,1 ], "declared or expressed by the voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiced",1,1,2 ], "having a voice as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiced",1,1,3 ], "articulated with accompanying vibration of the vocal cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceful",1,1,1 ], "endowed with a voice, esp| of loud quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceful",1,1,2 ], "full of voices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceless",1,1,1 ], "without a voice; mute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceless",1,1,2 ], "not articulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceless",1,1,3 ], "lacking a musical voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceless",1,1,4 ], "silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceless",1,1,5 ], "without the power or right to express an opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceless",1,1,6 ], "articulated without accompanying vibration of the vocal cords" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceprint",1,1,1 ], "a graphic representation of a person's voice recorded electronically, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voiceprint",1,1,1 ], "having time plotted along the horizontal axis and the frequency of the speech on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voiceprint",1,1,1 ], "vertical axis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,1,1 ], "without contents; empty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,1,2 ], "not legally binding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,1,3 ], "(of an office, house, position, etc|) without an incumbent; unoccupied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,2,1 ], "destitute or devoid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,2,2 ], "having no effect; useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,2,3 ], "(of a card suit or player) having no cards in a particular suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,3,1 ], "an empty space or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,3,2 ], "a feeling or condition of loneliness or deprivation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,3,3 ], "a lack of any cards in one suit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,3,4 ], "the inside area of a character of type, such as the inside of an o" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,4,1 ], "to make ineffective or invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,4,2 ], "to empty (contents, etc|) or make empty of contents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,4,3 ], "to discharge the contents of (the bowels or urinary bladder)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,4,4 ], "to vacate (a place, room, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "void",1,4,5 ], "to expel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voidable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being voided" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voidable",1,1,2 ], "capable of being legally annulled or made void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voidance",1,1,1 ], "an annulment, as of a contract" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voidance",1,1,2 ], "the condition of being vacant, as an office, benefice, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voidance",1,1,3 ], "the act of voiding, ejecting, or evacuating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voided",1,1,1 ], "(of a design) with a hole in the centre of the same shape as the design" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voided",1,1,2 ], "having a void or made void" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voile",1,1,1 ], "a light semitransparent fabric of silk, rayon, cotton, etc|, used for dresses," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voile",1,1,1 ], "scarves, shirts, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voir dire",1,1,1 ], "the preliminary examination on oath of a proposed witness by the judge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voir dire",1,1,2 ], "the oath administered to such a witness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voix cleste",1,1,1 ], "an organ stop which produces a tremolo effect through the acoustic phenomenon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voix cleste",1,1,1 ], "of beats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vol-au-vent",1,1,1 ], "a very light puff pastry case filled either with a savoury mixture in a richly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vol-au-vent",1,1,1 ], "flavoured sauce or sometimes with fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volant",1,1,1 ], "in a flying position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volant",1,1,2 ], "flying or capable of flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volant",1,1,3 ], "moving lightly or agilely; nimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volar",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volar",2,1,1 ], "relating to or employed in flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile oil",1,1,1 ], "another name for essential oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile salt",1,1,1 ], "another name for sal volatile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,1 ], "(of a substance) capable of readily changing from a solid or liquid form to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,1 ], "vapour; having a high vapour pressure and a low boiling point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,2 ], "(of persons) disposed to caprice or inconstancy; fickle; mercurial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,3 ], "(of circumstances) liable to sudden, unpredictable, or explosive change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,4 ], "lasting only a short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,5 ], "(of a memory) not retaining stored information when the power supply is cut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,5 ], "off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,1,6 ], "flying or capable of flight; volant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,2,1 ], "a volatile substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatile",1,2,2 ], "a winged creature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volatilize",1,1,1 ], "to change or cause to change from a solid or liquid to a vapour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcanic glass",1,1,1 ], "any of several glassy volcanic igneous rocks, such as obsidian and pitchstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcanic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, produced by, or characterized by the presence of volcanoes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcanic",1,1,2 ], "suggestive of or resembling an erupting volcano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcanic",1,1,3 ], "another word for extrusive ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcanism",1,1,1 ], "their products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volcanism",1,1,1 ], "those processes collectively that result in the formation of volcanoes and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcanize",1,1,1 ], "to subject to the effects of or change by volcanic heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcano",1,1,1 ], "an opening in the earth's crust from which molten lava, rock fragments," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcano",1,1,1 ], "ashes, dust, and gases are ejected from below the earth's surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volcano",1,1,2 ], "a mountain formed from volcanic material ejected from a vent in a central" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volcano",1,1,2 ], "crater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volcanology",1,1,1 ], "the study of volcanoes and volcanic phenomena" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vole",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous small rodents of the genus Microtus and related genera, mostly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vole",1,1,1 ], "inconspicuous ears: family Cricetidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vole",1,1,1 ], "of Eurasia and North America and having a stocky body, short tail, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vole",2,1,1 ], "(in some card games, such as ''ecart''e) the taking of all the tricks in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vole",2,1,1 ], "deal, thus scoring extra points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volitant",1,1,1 ], "flying or moving about rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volitant",1,1,2 ], "capable of flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volition",1,1,1 ], "the act of exercising the will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volition",1,1,2 ], "the faculty or capability of conscious choice, decision, and intention; the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volition",1,1,2 ], "will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volition",1,1,3 ], "the resulting choice or resolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volitive",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or emanating from the will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volitive",1,1,2 ], "another word for desiderative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,1,1 ], "the simultaneous discharge of several weapons, esp| firearms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,1,2 ], "the projectiles or missiles so discharged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,1,3 ], "a burst of oaths, protests, etc|, occurring simultaneously or in rapid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,1,3 ], "succession" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,1,4 ], "a stroke, shot, or kick at a moving ball before it hits the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,1,5 ], "the flight of such a ball or the ball itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,1,6 ], "the simultaneous explosion of several blastings of rock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,2,1 ], "be discharged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,2,1 ], "to discharge (weapons, etc|) in or as if in a volley or (of weapons, etc|) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,3,1 ], "to utter vehemently or sound loudly and continuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,4,1 ], "to strike or kick (a moving ball) before it hits the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volley",1,5,1 ], "to issue or move rapidly or indiscriminately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volleyball",1,1,1 ], "a game in which two teams hit a large ball back and forth over a high net with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volleyball",1,1,1 ], "their hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volleyball",1,1,2 ], "the ball used in this game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volost",1,1,1 ], "(in the Soviet Union) a rural soviet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volost",1,1,2 ], "(in tsarist Russia) a peasant community consisting of several villages or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volost",1,1,2 ], "hamlets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volplane",1,1,1 ], "(of an aircraft) to glide without engine power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volplane",1,2,1 ], "a glide by an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vols|",1,1,1 ], "volumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volt",1,1,1 ], "between these points is 1 watt| Symbol: V" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "volt",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of electric potential; the potential difference between" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volt",1,1,1 ], "two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere, when the power dissipated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volt",2,1,1 ], "a small circle of determined size executed in dressage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volt",2,1,2 ], "a leap made in fencing to avoid an opponent's thrust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volt-ampere",1,1,1 ], "a unit of electrical power in an alternating-current circuit equal to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volt-ampere",1,1,1 ], "of one ampere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "volt-ampere",1,1,1 ], "power dissipated when an effective voltage of one volt produces an effective current" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volta",1,1,1 ], "a quick-moving Italian dance popular during the 16th and 17th centuries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volta",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music written for or in the rhythm of this dance, in triple time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltage divider",1,1,1 ], "another name for a potential divider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltage",1,1,1 ], "an electromotive force or potential difference expressed in volts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltaic cell",1,1,1 ], "another name for primary cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltaic couple",1,1,1 ], "a pair of dissimilar metals in an electrolyte with a potential difference" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltaic couple",1,1,1 ], "between the metals resulting from chemical action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voltaic pile",1,1,1 ], "an early form of battery consisting of a pile of alternate dissimilar metals," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltaic pile",1,1,1 ], "such as zinc and copper, separated by pads moistened with an electrolyte" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voltaic",1,1,1 ], "another word for galvanic ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltaism",1,1,1 ], "another name for galvanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltameter",1,1,1 ], "another name for coulometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltammeter",1,1,1 ], "a dual-purpose instrument that can measure both potential difference and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltammeter",1,1,1 ], "electric current, usually in volts and amperes respectively" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volte-face",1,1,1 ], "a reversal, as in opinion or policy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volte-face",1,1,2 ], "a change of position so as to look, lie, etc|, in the opposite direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voltmeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring potential difference or electromotive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluble",1,1,1 ], "talking easily, readily, and at length; fluent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluble",1,1,2 ], "easily turning or rotating, as on an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluble",1,1,3 ], "(of a plant) twining or twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,1 ], "object, geometric solid, etc| Symbol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,1 ], "the magnitude of the three-dimensional space enclosed within or occupied by an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,10 ], "6-8): v|, vol" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,10 ], "speak volumes| to convey much significant information|Abbrev| (for senses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,2 ], "a large mass or quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,3 ], "an amount or total" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,4 ], "fullness or intensity of tone or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,5 ], "the control on a radio, etc|, for adjusting the intensity of sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,6 ], "a bound collection of printed or written pages; book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,7 ], "any of several books either bound in an identical format or part of a series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,8 ], "the complete set of issues of a periodical over a specified period, esp| one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,8 ], "year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volume",1,1,9 ], "a roll or scroll of parchment, papyrus, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumed",1,1,1 ], "(of literary works)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumed",1,1,1,1 ], "consisting of or being in volumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumed",1,1,1,2 ], "a three-volumed history" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumed",1,1,2 ], "having bulk or volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumed",1,1,3 ], "forming a rounded mass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumeter",1,1,1 ], "any instrument for measuring the volume of a solid, liquid, or gas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumetric analysis",1,1,1 ], "quantitative analysis of liquids or solutions by comparing the volumes that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumetric analysis",1,1,1 ], "react with known volumes of standard reagents, usually by titration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volumetric analysis",1,1,2 ], "quantitative analysis of gases by volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volumetric",1,1,1 ], "of, concerning, or using measurement by volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluminous",1,1,1 ], "of great size, quantity, volume, or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluminous",1,1,2 ], "(of writing) consisting of or sufficient to fill volumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluminous",1,1,3 ], "prolific in writing or speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluminous",1,1,4 ], "winding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluntarism",1,1,1 ], "of reality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voluntarism",1,1,1 ], "the theory that the will rather than the intellect is the ultimate principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluntarism",1,1,2 ], "a doctrine or system based on voluntary participation in a course of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluntarism",1,1,3 ], "another name for voluntaryism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluntaryism",1,1,1 ], "by voluntary contributions rather than with state funds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voluntaryism",1,1,1 ], "the principle of supporting churches, schools, and various other institutions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluntaryism",1,1,2 ], "any system based on this principle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,1,1 ], "a person who performs or offers to perform voluntary service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2 ], "a person who freely undertakes military service, esp| temporary or special" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2 ], "service" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2,1 ], "a person who does some act or enters into a transaction without being under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2,1 ], "a plant that grows from seed that has not been deliberately sown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2,1 ], "any legal obligation to do so and without being promised any remuneration for his" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2,1 ], "services" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2,2 ], "Property law| a person to whom property is transferred without his giving any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,1,2,2 ], "valuable consideration in return, as a legatee under a will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,2,1 ], "request or obligation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,2,1 ], "to offer (oneself or one's services) for an undertaking by choice and without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,3,1 ], "to perform, give, or communicate voluntarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volunteer",1,4,1 ], "to enlist voluntarily for military service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluptuary",1,1,1 ], "a person devoted or addicted to luxury and sensual pleasures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluptuary",1,2,1 ], "luxury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voluptuary",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, characterized by, or furthering sensual gratification or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluptuous",1,1,1 ], "relating to, characterized by, or consisting of pleasures of the body or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluptuous",1,1,1 ], "senses; sensual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voluptuous",1,1,2 ], "disposed, devoted, or addicted to sensual indulgence or luxurious pleasures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voluptuous",1,1,3 ], "provocative and sexually alluring, esp| through shapeliness or fullness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volution",1,1,1 ], "a rolling, revolving, or spiral form or motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volution",1,1,2 ], "a whorl of a spiral gastropod shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volva",1,1,1 ], "a cup-shaped structure that sheathes the base of the stalk of certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volva",1,1,1 ], "mushrooms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volvox",1,1,1 ], "any freshwater flagellate protozoan of the genus Volvox, occurring in colonies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "volvox",1,1,1 ], "in the form of hollow multicellular spheres: class Mastigophora (or Flagellata)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "volvulus",1,1,1 ], "an abnormal twisting of the intestines causing obstruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vol|",1,1,1 ], "volcano" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vol|",1,1,2 ], "volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vol|",1,1,3 ], "volunteer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomer",1,1,1 ], "in mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vomer",1,1,1 ], "the thin flat bone forming part of the separation between the nasal passages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomit",1,1,1 ], "involuntary muscular spasms of the stomach and oesophagus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vomit",1,1,1 ], "to eject (the contents of the stomach) through the mouth as the result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomit",1,1,2 ], "to eject or be ejected forcefully; spew forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomit",1,2,1 ], "the matter ejected in vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomit",1,2,2 ], "the act of vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomit",1,2,3 ], "a drug or agent that induces vomiting; emetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomiturition",1,1,1 ], "the act of retching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomitus",1,1,1 ], "matter that has been vomited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vomitus",1,1,2 ], "the act of vomiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "von Braun",1,1,1 ], "1912-77, U|S| rocket engineer, born in Germany, where he designed the V-2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "von Braun",1,1,1 ], "missile used in World War II| In the U|S| he worked on the Apollo project" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "von Neumann",1,1,1 ], "1903-57, U|S| mathematician, born in Hungary| He formulated game theory and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "von Neumann",1,1,1 ], "computers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "von Neumann",1,1,1 ], "contributed to the development of the atomic bomb and to the design of high-speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "von Sternberg",1,1,1 ], "1894-1969, Austrian film director working in the U|S" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voracious",1,1,1 ], "devouring or craving food in great quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voracious",1,1,2 ], "very eager or unremitting in some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vortex",1,1,1 ], "a whirling mass or motion of liquid, gas, flame, etc|, such as the spiralling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vortex",1,1,1 ], "movement of water around a whirlpool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vortex",1,1,2 ], "any activity, situation, or way of life regarded as irresistibly engulfing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vorticella",1,1,1 ], "any protozoan of the genus Vorticella, consisting of a goblet-shaped ciliated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vorticella",1,1,1 ], "cell attached to the substratum by a long contractile stalk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vorticism",1,1,1 ], "an art movement in England initiated in 1914 by Wyndham Lewis combining the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vorticism",1,1,1 ], "futurism" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vorticism",1,1,1 ], "techniques of cubism with the concern for the problems of the machine age evinced in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vorticose",1,1,1 ], "rotating quickly; whirling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vortiginous",1,1,1 ], "like a vortex; vortical; whirling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote down",1,1,1 ], "to decide against or defeat in a vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,1 ], "an indication of choice, opinion, or will on a question, such as the choosing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,1 ], "of a candidate, by or as if by some recognized means, such as a ballot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,2 ], "the opinion of a group of persons as determined by voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,3 ], "a body of votes or voters collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,4 ], "the total number of votes cast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,5 ], "the ticket, ballot, etc|, by which a vote is expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,5,1 ], "the right to vote; franchise; suffrage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,5,2 ], "a person regarded as the embodiment of this right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,6 ], "a means of voting, such as a ballot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,1,7 ], "a grant or other proposition to be voted upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,2,1 ], "(one's preference, opinion, or will)(for or against some question, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object or an infinitive) to express or signify" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,2,2 ], "exercising one's vote" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,2,2 ], "to declare oneself as being (something or in favour of something) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,3,1 ], "to appoint or elect (a person to or from a particular post)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,3,2 ], "to determine the condition of in a specified way by voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,3,3 ], "to authorize, confer, or allow by voting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,3,4 ], "to declare by common opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vote",1,4,1 ], "to influence or control the voting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voter",1,1,1 ], "a person who can or does vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voting machine",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the U|S|) a machine at a polling station that voters operate to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voting machine",1,1,1 ], "register their votes and that mechanically or electronically counts all votes cast" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "votive",1,1,1 ], "accordance with a vow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "votive",1,1,1 ], "offered, given, undertaken, performed or dedicated in fulfilment of or in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "votive",1,1,2 ], "optional; not prescribed; having the nature of a voluntary offering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,1,1 ], "to give personal assurance; guarantee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, usually takes a clause as object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,1,3 ], "function as proof (of)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,1,3 ], "when intr|, usually foll| by for) to furnish supporting evidence (for) or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,2,1 ], "give up land of equal value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,2,1 ], "to summon (a person who had warranted title to land) to defend that title or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,3,1 ], "to cite (authors, principles, etc|) in support of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,4,1 ], "to assert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouch",1,5,1 ], "the act of vouching; assertion or allegation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,1 ], "a document serving as evidence for some claimed transaction, as the receipt or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,1 ], "expenditure of money" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,2 ], "a ticket or card serving as a substitute for cash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that vouches for the truth of some statement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,4 ], "Britain must obtain in order to settle in Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,4 ], "any of certain documents that various groups of British nationals born outside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,4,1 ], "the summoning into court of a person to warrant a title to property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voucher",1,1,4,2 ], "the person so summoned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouchsafe",1,1,1 ], "to give or grant or condescend to give or grant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouchsafe",1,1,2 ], "to agree, promise, or permit, often graciously or condescendingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouchsafe",1,1,2,1 ], "to warrant as being safe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouchsafe",1,1,2,2 ], "to bestow as a favour (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vouge",1,1,1 ], "a form of pike or halberd used by foot soldiers in the 14th century and later" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voussoir",1,1,1 ], "a wedge-shaped stone or brick that is used with others to construct an arch or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voussoir",1,1,1 ], "vault" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,1 ], "a solemn or earnest pledge or promise binding the person making it to perform" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,1 ], "a specified act or behave in a certain way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,2 ], "a solemn promise made to a deity or saint, by which the promiser pledges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,2 ], "himself to some future act, course of action, or way of life" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,3 ], "by the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, which may be taken for a limited" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,3 ], "period as simple vows or as a perpetual and still more solemn commitment as solemn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,3 ], "take vows| to enter a religious order and commit oneself to its rule of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,1,3 ], "vows" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,2,1 ], "to pledge, promise, or undertake solemnly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,3,1 ], "to dedicate or consecrate to God, a deity, or a saint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,4,1 ], "to assert or swear emphatically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vow",1,5,1 ], "to declare solemnly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vowel gradation",1,1,1 ], "another name for ablaut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vowel mutation",1,1,1 ], "another name for umlaut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vowel point",1,1,1 ], "any of several marks or points placed above or below consonants, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vowel point",1,1,1 ], "evolved for Hebrew or Arabic, in order to indicate vowel sounds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vowel",1,1,1 ], "a voiced speech sound whose articulation is characterized by the absence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vowel",1,1,1 ], "friction-causing obstruction in the vocal tract, allowing the breath stream free passage| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vowel",1,1,1 ], "timbre of a vowel is chiefly determined by the position of the tongue and the lips" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vowel",1,1,2 ], "a letter or character representing a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vowelize",1,1,1 ], "to mark the vowel points in (a Hebrew word or text)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vox angelica",1,1,1 ], "an organ stop with a soft tone, often similar to the voix celeste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vox humana",1,1,1 ], "a reed stop on an organ supposedly imitative of the human voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vox populi",1,1,1 ], "the voice of the people; popular or public opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vox",1,1,1 ], "a voice or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voyage",1,1,1 ], "a journey, travel, or passage, esp| one to a distant land or by sea or air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voyage",1,1,2 ], "an ambitious project" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voyage",1,2,1 ], "to travel over or traverse (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voyageur",1,1,1 ], "(in Canada) a woodsman, guide, trapper, boatman, or explorer, esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voyageur",1,1,1 ], "North" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "voyeur",1,1,1 ], "a person who obtains sexual pleasure or excitement from the observation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "voyeur",1,1,1 ], "someone undressing, having intercourse, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vo|",1,1,1 ], "verso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vraisemblance",1,1,1 ], "verisimilitude; appearance of truth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vroom",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation imitative of a car engine revving up, as for high-speed motor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vroom",1,1,1 ], "racing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vs|",1,1,1 ], "versus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vug",1,1,1 ], "a small cavity in a rock or vein, usually lined with crystals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanian",1,1,1,1 ], "of gases, fine ash, and viscous lava that hardens in the crater" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanian",1,1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a volcanic eruption characterized by the explosive discharge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanian",1,1,1,2 ], "a less common word for volcanic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanism",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of volcanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanite",1,1,1 ], "a hard usually black rubber produced by vulcanizing natural rubber with large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanite",1,1,1 ], "amounts of sulphur| It is resistant to chemical attack: used for chemical containers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanite",1,1,1 ], "electrical insulators, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanize",1,1,1 ], "improve elasticity and strength or to produce a hard substance such as vulcanite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanize",1,1,1 ], "to treat (rubber) with sulphur or sulphur compounds under heat and pressure to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanize",1,1,2 ], "improve their properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanize",1,1,2 ], "to treat (substances other than rubber) by a similar process in order to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulcanology",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of volcanology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgar fraction",1,1,1 ], "another name for simple fraction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgar",1,1,1 ], "marked by lack of taste, culture, delicacy, manners, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgar",1,1,2 ], "denoting a form of a language, esp| of Latin, current among common people," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgar",1,1,2 ], "esp| at a period when the formal language is archaic and not in general spoken use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulgar",1,1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or current among the great mass of common people, in contrast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgar",1,1,2,1 ], "to the educated, cultured, or privileged; ordinary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulgar",1,1,2,2 ], "the vulgar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarian",1,1,1 ], "a vulgar person, esp| one who is rich or has pretensions to good taste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarism",1,1,1 ], "a coarse, crude, or obscene expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarism",1,1,2 ], "a word or phrase found only in the vulgar form of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarism",1,1,3 ], "another word for vulgarity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarity",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being vulgar; lack of good manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarity",1,1,2 ], "a vulgar action, phrase, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarize",1,1,1 ], "popular among the public; popularize" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarize",1,1,1 ], "to make (something little known or difficult to understand) widely known or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgarize",1,1,2 ], "to make commonplace or vulgar; debase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgate",1,1,1 ], "a commonly recognized text or version" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgate",1,1,2 ], "everyday or informal speech; the vernacular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulgate",1,2,1 ], "generally accepted; common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulg|",1,1,1 ], "vulgar(ly)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulnerable",1,1,1 ], "capable of being physically or emotionally wounded or hurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulnerable",1,1,2 ], "open to temptation, persuasion, censure, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulnerable",1,1,3 ], "liable or exposed to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulnerable",1,1,4 ], "(of a side who have won one game towards rubber) subject to increased bonuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulnerable",1,1,4 ], "or penalties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulpine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulpine",1,1,2 ], "possessing the characteristics often attributed to foxes; crafty, clever, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulture",1,1,1 ], "Gypaetus, etc|, of Africa, Asia, and warm parts of Europe, typically having broad wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulture",1,1,1 ], "and soaring flight and feeding on carrion: family Accipitridae (hawks)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "vulture",1,1,1 ], "any of various very large diurnal birds of prey of the genera Neophron, Gyps," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulture",1,1,2 ], "America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulture",1,1,2 ], "any similar bird of the family Cathartidae of North, Central, and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulture",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that preys greedily and ruthlessly on others, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulture",1,1,3 ], "helpless" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulturine",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a vulture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulturine",1,1,2 ], "rapacious, predatory, or greedy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulva",1,1,1 ], "clitoris, and the vaginal orifice" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulva",1,1,1 ], "the external genitals of human females, including the labia, mons pubis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulvitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the vulva" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vulvovaginitis",1,1,1 ], "glands) on either side of the lower part of the vagina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "vulvovaginitis",1,1,1 ], "inflammation of the vulva and vagina or of the small glands (vulvovaginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vv|",1,1,1 ], "versus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "vv|",1,1,2 ], "volumes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v| aux|",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,1 ], "ventral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,10 ], "vocative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,11 ], "voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,12 ], "volume" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,13 ], "von" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,2 ], "verb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,3 ], "verse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,4 ], "version" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,5 ], "verso" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,6 ], "versus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,7 ], "very" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,8 ], "vide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|",1,1,9 ], "violin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|a|",1,1,1 ], "verb active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|d|",1,1,1 ], "various dates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|g|",1,1,1 ], "very good" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|i|",1,1,1 ], "vide infra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|l|",1,1,1 ], "variant reading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|s|",1,1,1 ], "vide supra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "v|v|",1,1,1 ], "vice versa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w/o",1,1,1 ], "without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w/o",1,1,2 ], "written off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wabble",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of wobble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wack",1,1,1 ], "Liverpool and English Midlands dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wack",1,1,2 ], "friend; pal: used chiefly as a term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wacke",1,1,1 ], "any of various soft earthy rocks that resemble or are derived from basaltic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wacke",1,1,1 ], "rocks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wacky",1,1,1 ], "wackier, wackiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wacky",1,1,2 ], "eccentric, erratic, or unpredictable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wad",2,1,1 ], "a soft dark earthy amorphous material consisting of decomposed manganese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wad",2,1,1 ], "minerals: occurs in damp marshy areas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wadding",1,1,1,1 ], "any fibrous or soft substance used as padding, stuffing, etc|, esp| sheets of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wadding",1,1,1,1 ], "carded cotton prepared for the purpose" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wadding",1,1,1,2 ], "a piece of this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wadding",1,1,2 ], "material for wads used in cartridges or guns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waddle",1,1,1 ], "to walk with short steps, rocking slightly from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waddle",1,2,1 ], "a swaying gait or motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wade",1,1,1 ], "to walk with the feet immersed in (water, a stream, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wade",1,2,1 ], "to proceed with difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wade",1,3,1 ], "to attack energetically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wade",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of wading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wader",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that wades" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wader",1,1,2 ], "(herons, storks, etc|), that live near water and feed on fish, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wader",1,1,2 ], "any of various long-legged birds, esp| those of the order Ciconiiformes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wader",1,1,3 ], "a Brit| name for shore bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waders",1,1,1 ], "anglers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waders",1,1,1 ], "long waterproof boots, sometimes extending to the chest like trousers, worn by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wadi",1,1,1 ], "a watercourse in N Africa and Arabia, dry except in the rainy season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wadmal",1,1,1 ], "a coarse thick woollen fabric, formerly woven esp| in N Scotland, for outer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wadmal",1,1,1 ], "garments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wae",1,2,1 ], "Northern Brit| a dialect word for woe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,1 ], "a thin crisp sweetened biscuit with different flavourings, served with ice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,1 ], "cream, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,2 ], "Western Church" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,2 ], "a thin disc of unleavened bread used in the Eucharist as celebrated by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,3 ], "an envelope of rice paper enclosing a medicament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,4 ], "a small thin slice of semiconductor material, such as silicon, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,4 ], "separated into numerous individual components or circuits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,1,5 ], "a small thin disc of adhesive material used to seal letters, documents, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafer",1,2,1 ], "to seal, fasten, or attach with a wafer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waff",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waff",1,1,2 ], "a gust or puff of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waff",1,1,3 ], "a glance; glimpse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waff",1,2,1 ], "to flutter or cause to flutter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waffle",1,1,1,1 ], "a crisp golden-brown pancake, with deep indentations on both sides" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waffle",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waffle",2,1,1 ], "to speak or write in a vague and wordy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waffle",2,2,1 ], "vague and wordy speech or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waft",1,1,1 ], "to carry or be carried gently on or as if on the air or water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waft",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wafting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waft",1,2,2 ], "something, such as a scent, carried on the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waft",1,2,3 ], "wafting motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waft",1,2,4 ], "a signal flag hoisted furled to signify various messages depending on where it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waft",1,2,4 ], "was flown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wafter",1,1,1 ], "a device that causes a draught" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafture",1,1,1 ], "the act of wafting or waving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wafture",1,1,2 ], "anything that is wafted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wag",1,1,1 ], "down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wag",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move rapidly and repeatedly from side to side or up and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wag",1,1,2 ], "in idle gossip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wag",1,1,2 ], "to move (the tongue) or (of the tongue) to be moved rapidly in talking, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wag",1,1,3 ], "as in admonition" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wag",1,1,3 ], "to move (the finger) or (of the finger) to be moved from side to side, in or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wag",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wagging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wag",2,1,1 ], "a humorous or jocular person; wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage earner",1,1,1 ], "a person who works for wages, esp| as distinguished from one paid a salary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage earner",1,1,2 ], "the person who earns money to support a household by working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage scale",1,1,1 ], "a schedule of wages paid to workers for various jobs in an industry, company," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage scale",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wage scale",1,1,2 ], "an employer's schedule of wages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,1,1 ], "hourly, weekly, or piece-work basis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,1,1 ], "payment in return for work or services, esp| that made to workmen on a daily," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,2 ], "contrasted with the unearned income accruing to capital in the form of rent, interest, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,2 ], "dividends" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,2 ], "the portion of the national income accruing to labour as earned income, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,3 ], "recompense, return, or yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,1,4 ], "an obsolete word for pledge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,2,1 ], "to engage in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,2,2 ], "to pledge or wager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,2,3 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage",1,2,4 ], "another word for hire 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wage-plug",1,1,1 ], "informal, often derogatory| a wage earner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,1 ], "an agreement or pledge to pay an amount of money as a result of the outcome of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,1 ], "an unsettled matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,2 ], "an amount staked on the outcome of such a matter or event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,3 ], "wager of battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,4 ], "(in medieval Britain) a pledge to do battle for a cause, esp| to decide guilt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,4 ], "or innocence by single combat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,5 ], "declaring their belief in his statements" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,5 ], "offered to make oath of his innocence, supported by the oaths of 11 of his neighbours" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,1,5 ], "wager of law| English legal history| a form of trial in which the accused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object) to risk or bet (something) on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,2,1 ], "outcome of an unsettled matter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wager",1,3,1 ], "to pledge oneself to (battle)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagga",1,1,1 ], "a blanket or bed covering made out of sacks stitched together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waggle",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move with a rapid shaking or wobbling motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waggle",1,2,1 ], "a rapid shaking or wobbling motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waggon",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling (esp| Brit|) of wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon soldier",1,1,1 ], "a soldier belonging to the field artillery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon train",1,1,1 ], "a supply train of horses and wagons, esp| one going over rough terrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon vault",1,1,1 ], "another name for barrel vault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,1 ], "a vehicle with four wheels drawn by a horse, tractor, etc|, and used for carrying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,1 ], "any of various types of wheeled vehicles, ranging from carts to lorries, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,1 ], "crops, heavy loads, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,2 ], "a railway freight truck, esp| an open one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,3 ], "a child's four-wheeled cart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,4 ], "a police van for transporting prisoners and those arrested" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,5 ], "an obsolete word for chariot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,6 ], "on the wagon| Informal| abstaining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,1,7 ], "(or no longer abstaining) from alcoholic drinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon",1,2,1 ], "to transport by wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon-lit",1,1,1 ], "a sleeping car on a European railway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagon-lit",1,1,2 ], "a compartment on such a car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagoner",1,1,1 ], "a person who drives a wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagonette",1,1,1 ], "a light four-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle with two lengthwise seats facing each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagonette",1,1,1 ], "other behind a crosswise driver's seat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wagonload",1,1,1 ], "the load that is or can be carried by a wagon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagtail",1,1,1 ], "any of various passerine songbirds of the genera Motacilla and Dendronanthus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wagtail",1,1,1 ], "family Motacillidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wagtail",1,1,1 ], "of Eurasia and Africa, having a very long tail that wags when the bird walks:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wahine",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Pacific islands) a Polynesian or Maori woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wahine",1,1,2 ], "an attractive girl, esp| one who visits beaches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wahoo",1,1,1 ], "an elm, Ulmus alata, of SE North America having twigs with winged corky edges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wahoo",2,1,1 ], "an E North American shrub or small tree, Euonymus atropurpureus, with scarlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wahoo",2,1,1 ], "capsules and seeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wahoo",3,1,1 ], "a large fast-moving food and game fish, Acanthocybium solandri, of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wahoo",3,1,1 ], "seas: family Scombridae (mackerels and tunnies)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waif",1,1,1 ], "a person, esp| a child, who is homeless, friendless, or neglected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waif",1,1,2 ], "anything found and not claimed, the owner being unknown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waif",1,1,3 ], "another name for waft ,1,5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waif",1,1,4 ], "Crown or to the lord of the manor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waif",1,1,4 ], "a stolen article thrown away by a thief in his flight and forfeited to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wail",1,1,1 ], "to utter a prolonged high-pitched cry, as of grief or misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wail",1,2,1 ], "to make a sound resembling such a cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wail",1,3,1 ], "to lament, esp| with mournful sounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wail",1,4,1 ], "a prolonged high-pitched mournful cry or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wain",1,1,1 ], "a farm wagon or cart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wainwright",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes wagons" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waist",1,1,1 ], "the constricted part of the trunk between the ribs and hips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waist",1,1,2 ], "the part of a garment covering the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waist",1,1,3 ], "position" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waist",1,1,3 ], "the middle part of an object that resembles the waist in narrowness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waist",1,1,4 ], "the middle part of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waist",1,1,5 ], "the middle section of an aircraft fuselage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waist",1,1,6 ], "the constriction between the thorax and abdomen in wasps and similar insects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waistband",1,1,1 ], "an encircling band of material to finish and strengthen a skirt or trousers at" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waistband",1,1,1 ], "the waist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waistcloth",1,1,1 ], "another word for loincloth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waistcoat",1,1,1 ], "a man's sleeveless waistlength garment worn under a suit jacket, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waistcoat",1,1,1 ], "buttoning up the front| U|S| name: vest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waistcoat",1,1,2 ], "a man's garment worn under a doublet in the 16th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waisted",1,1,1,1 ], "having a waist or waistlike part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waisted",1,1,1,2 ], "high-waisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waistline",1,1,1 ], "a line or indentation around the body at the narrowest part of the waist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waistline",1,1,2 ], "the intersection of the bodice and the skirt of a dress, etc|, or the level of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waistline",1,1,2 ], "this" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wait on",1,1,1 ], "to serve at the table of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait on",1,1,2 ], "to act as an attendant or servant to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait on",1,1,3 ], "to visit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait up",1,1,1 ], "to delay going to bed in order to await some event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait up",1,1,2 ], "to halt and pause in order that another person may catch up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,1,1 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by for, until, or to) to stay in one place or remain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,1,1 ], "inactive in expectation (of something); hold oneself in readiness (for something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,1,2 ], "to delay temporarily or be temporarily delayed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,1,3 ], "(when intr|, usually foll| by for)(of things)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,1,4 ], "to be in store (for a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,2,1 ], "to act as a waiter or waitress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of waiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,3,2 ], "a period of waiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,3,3 ], "a band of musicians who go around the streets, esp| at Christmas, singing and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,3,3 ], "playing carols" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,3,4 ], "an interlude or interval between two acts or scenes in a play, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait",1,3,5 ], "lie in wait| to prepare an ambush (for someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait-a-bit",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants having sharp hooked thorns or similar appendages, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wait-a-bit",1,1,1 ], "the greenbrier and the grapple plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waiter",1,1,1 ], "a man whose occupation is to serve at table, as in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiter",1,1,2 ], "a person who waits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiter",1,1,3 ], "a tray or salver on which dishes, etc|, are carried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiting game",1,1,1 ], "the postponement of action or decision in order to gain the advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiting list",1,1,1 ], "a list of people waiting to obtain some object, treatment, status, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiting room",1,1,1 ], "a room in which people may wait, as at a railway station, doctor's or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiting room",1,1,1 ], "dentist's office, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waitress",1,1,1 ], "a woman who serves at table, as in a restaurant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waive",1,1,1 ], "to set aside or relinquish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waive",1,1,2 ], "to refrain from enforcing or applying (a law, penalty, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waive",1,1,3 ], "to defer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiver",1,1,1 ], "right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waiver",1,1,1 ], "the voluntary relinquishment, expressly or by implication, of some claim or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiver",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of relinquishing a claim or right" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waiver",1,1,3 ], "a formal statement in writing of such relinquishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wake",2,1,1 ], "the waves or track left by a vessel or other object moving through water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wake",2,1,2 ], "the track or path left by anything that has passed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wake-robin",1,1,1 ], "T| grandiflorum, having a whorl of three leaves and three-petalled solitary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wake-robin",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American herbaceous plants of the genus Trillium, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wake-robin",1,1,1 ], "flowers: family Trilliaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wake-robin",1,1,2 ], "any of various aroid plants, esp| the cuckoopint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wake-up",1,1,1 ], "n" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wake-up",1,1,2 ], "an alert or intelligent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wake-up",1,1,3 ], "a wake-up to| fully alert to (a person, thing, action, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wakeful",1,1,1 ], "unable or unwilling to sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wakeful",1,1,2 ], "sleepless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wakeful",1,1,3 ], "alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wakeless",1,1,1 ], "(of sleep) deep or unbroken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wakerife",1,1,1 ], "dialect| wakeful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waldgrave",1,1,1 ], "(in medieval Germany) an officer with jurisdiction over a royal forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",1,1,1 ], "the raised mark left on the skin after the stroke of a rod or whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",1,1,1,1 ], "a ridge of planking along the rail of a ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",1,1,1,1 ], "the weave or texture of a fabric, such as the ribs in corduroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",1,1,1,2 ], "a vertical row of stitches in knitting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",1,2,1 ], "to raise a wale or wales on by striking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",1,2,2 ], "to weave with a wale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",2,2,1 ], "a choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",2,2,2 ], "anything chosen as the best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",2,3,1 ], "choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wale",2,4,1 ], "to choose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk away",1,1,1 ], "to leave, esp| callously and disregarding someone else's distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk away",1,1,2 ], "walk away with| to achieve or win easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk into",1,1,1 ], "to meet with unwittingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk off",1,1,1 ], "to depart suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk off",1,2,1 ], "to get rid of by walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk off",1,2,2 ], "exhausted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk off",1,2,2 ], "walk (a person) off his feet| to make (a person) walk so fast that he is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk off",1,2,3 ], "walk off with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk off",1,2,3,1 ], "to steal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk off",1,2,3,2 ], "to win, esp| easily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,1,1 ], "that at least one foot is always on the ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,1,1 ], "to move along or travel on foot at a moderate rate; advance in such a manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,1 ], "the act or an instance of walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,2 ], "the distance or extent walked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,3 ], "a manner of walking; gait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,4 ], "a place set aside for walking; promenade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,5 ], "a chosen profession or sphere of activity (esp| in the phrase walk of life)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,6 ], "a foot race in which competitors walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,6,1 ], "an arrangement of trees or shrubs in widely separated rows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,6,2 ], "the space between such rows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,7 ], "an enclosed ground for the exercise or feeding of domestic animals, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,7 ], "horses" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,8 ], "the route covered in the course of work, as by a tradesman or postman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,10,9 ], "the section of a forest controlled by a keeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,2,1 ], "to pass through, on, or over on foot, esp| habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,3,1 ], "to cause, assist, or force to move along at a moderate rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,4,1 ], "to escort or conduct by walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,5,1 ], "(of ghosts, spirits, etc|) to appear or move about in visible form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,5,2 ], "(of inanimate objects) to move or cause to move in a manner that resembles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,5,2 ], "walking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,6,1 ], "to follow a certain course or way of life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,7,1 ], "to bring into a certain condition by walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,8,1 ], "to measure, survey, or examine by walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,9,1 ], "to take more than two steps without passing or dribbling the ball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,9,2 ], "walk the plank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,9,3 ], "walk on air| to be delighted or exhilarated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,9,4 ], "walk tall| U|S| informal| to have self-respect or pride" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk",1,9,5 ], "walk the streets| to be a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk-in",1,1,1 ], "(of a cupboard, etc|) large enough to allow a person to enter and move about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk-in",1,1,1 ], "in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk-in",1,1,2 ], "(of a building or apartment) located so as to admit of direct access from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk-in",1,1,2 ], "street" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk-on",1,1,1,1 ], "a small part in a play or theatrical entertainment, esp| one without any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk-on",1,1,1,1 ], "lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk-on",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk-on",1,2,1 ], "(of an aircraft or air service) having seats to be booked immediately before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk-on",1,2,1 ], "departure rather than in advance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walk-up",1,1,1,1 ], "a block of flats having no lift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walk-up",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walkabout",1,1,1 ], "a periodic nomadic excursion into the Australian bush made by an Aborigine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walkabout",1,1,2 ], "a walking tour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walkabout",1,1,3 ], "an occasion when celebrities, royalty, etc|, walk among and meet the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walker",1,1,1 ], "a person who walks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walker",1,1,2 ], "a tubular frame on wheels or castors to support a baby learning to walk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walker",1,1,3 ], "a similar support for walking, often with rubber feet, for use by cripples" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walkie-talkie",1,1,1 ], "a small combined radio transmitter and receiver, usually operating on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walkie-talkie",1,1,1 ], "services, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "walkie-talkie",1,1,1 ], "shortwave, that can be carried around by one person: widely used by the police, medical" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walking bass",1,1,1 ], "a simple accompaniment played by the double bass at medium tempo, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walking bass",1,1,1 ], "consisting of ascending and descending tones or semitones, one to each beat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walking delegate",1,1,1 ], "(in the U|S|) an agent appointed by a trade union to visit branches, check" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walking delegate",1,1,1 ], "whether agreements are observed, and negotiate with employers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walking fern",1,1,1 ], "a North American fern, Camptosorus rhizophyllus, having sword-shaped fronds," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walking fern",1,1,1 ], "the tips of which take root when in contact with the ground: family Aspleniaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walking papers",1,1,1 ], "notice of dismissal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walking stick",1,1,1 ], "a stick or cane carried in the hand to assist walking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walking stick",1,1,2 ], "the usual U|S| name for stick insect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walking",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) considered to possess the qualities of something inanimate as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walking",1,1,1 ], "specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walkway",1,1,1 ], "a passage or path esp| one for walking over machinery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall bars",1,1,1 ], "a series of horizontal bars attached to a wall and used in gymnastics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall creeper",1,1,1 ], "a pink-and-grey woodpecker-like songbird, Tichodroma muraria, of Eurasian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall creeper",1,1,1 ], "mountain regions: family Sittidae (nuthatches)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall knot",1,1,1 ], "a knot forming a knob at the end of a rope, made by unwinding the strands and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall knot",1,1,1 ], "weaving them together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall lizard",1,1,1 ], "Asia: family Lacertidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall lizard",1,1,1 ], "a small mottled grey lizard, Lacerta muralis, of Europe, N Africa, and SW" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall mustard",1,1,1 ], "another name for stinkweed ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall pass",1,1,1 ], "a movement in which one player passes the ball to another and sprints forward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall pass",1,1,1 ], "to receive the quickly played return" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall pepper",1,1,1 ], "a small Eurasian crassulaceous plant, Sedum acre, having creeping stems," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall pepper",1,1,1 ], "yellow flowers, and acrid-tasting leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall plate",1,1,1 ], "a horizontal timber member placed along the top of a wall to support the ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall plate",1,1,1 ], "of joists, rafters, etc|, and distribute the load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall rock",1,1,1 ], "intrusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall rock",1,1,1 ], "rock that is immediately adjacent to a mineral vein, fault, or igneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall rocket",1,1,1 ], "Diplotaxis, such as D| muralis, that grow on old walls and in waste places" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall rocket",1,1,1 ], "any of several yellow-flowered European cruciferous plants of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall rue",1,1,1 ], "a delicate fern, Asplenium ruta-muraria, that grows in rocky crevices and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall rue",1,1,1 ], "walls in North America and Eurasia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,1,1 ], "a vertical construction made of stone, brick, wood, etc|, with a length and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,1,1 ], "height much greater than its thickness, used to enclose, divide, or support" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,10 ], "(or cause to become) crazy or furious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,11 ], "have one's back to the wall| to be in a very difficult situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,2 ], "a structure or rampart built to protect and surround a position or place for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,2 ], "defensive purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,3 ], "any lining, membrane, or investing part that encloses or bounds a bodily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,3 ], "cavity or structure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,4 ], "a vertical or almost vertical smooth rock face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,5 ], "anything that suggests a wall in function or effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,6 ], "bang one's head against a brick wall| to try to achieve something impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,7 ], "drive to the wall| to force into an awkward situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,8 ], "go to the wall| Informal| to be ruined; collapse financially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,1,9 ], "go up the wall| Slang| to become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,2,1 ], "to protect, provide, or confine with or as if with a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to block (an opening) with a wall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by in or up) to seal by or within a wall or walls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wall-to-wall",1,1,1 ], "(of carpeting) completely covering a floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallaby",1,1,1 ], "Protemnodon, etc|, of Australia and New Guinea, similar to but smaller than kangaroos:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallaby",1,1,1 ], "any of various herbivorous marsupials of the genera Lagorchestes , Petrogale ," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallaby",1,1,1 ], "family Macropodidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wallaby",1,1,2 ], "on the wallaby (track)| Austral| slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallaby",1,1,3 ], "(of a person) wandering about looking for work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallah",1,1,1 ], "a person involved with or in charge of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallah",1,1,2 ], "(a specified thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallaroo",1,1,1 ], "a large stocky Australian kangaroo, Macropus (or Osphranter)robustus, of rocky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallaroo",1,1,1 ], "regions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallboard",1,1,1 ], "a thin board made of materials, such as compressed wood fibres or gypsum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallboard",1,1,1 ], "plaster, between stiff paper, and used to cover walls, partitions, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walled plain",1,1,1 ], "any of the largest of the lunar craters, having diameters between 50 and 300" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walled plain",1,1,1 ], "kilometres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallet",1,1,1 ], "a small folding case, usually of leather, for holding paper money, documents," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallet",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallet",1,1,2 ], "a bag used to carry tools" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallet",1,1,3 ], "a rucksack or knapsack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walleye",1,1,1 ], "a divergent squint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walleye",1,1,2 ], "opacity of the cornea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walleye",1,1,3 ], "an eye having a white or light-coloured iris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walleye",1,1,4 ], "a North American pikeperch, Stizostedion vitreum, valued as a food and game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walleye",1,1,4 ], "fish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walleye",1,1,5 ], "any of various other fishes having large staring eyes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallflower",1,1,1 ], "a cruciferous plant, Cheiranthus cheiri, of S Europe, grown for its clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallflower",1,1,1 ], "of yellow, orange, brown, red, or purple fragrant flowers and naturalized on old" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallflower",1,1,1 ], "walls, cliffs, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wallflower",1,1,2 ], "Erysimum, having orange or yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallflower",1,1,2 ], "any of numerous other cruciferous plants of the genera Cheiranthus and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallflower",1,1,3 ], "a person who stays on the fringes of a dance or party on account of lacking a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallflower",1,1,3 ], "partner or being shy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallies",1,1,1 ], "urban dialect| false teeth; dentures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,1,1 ], "to beat soundly; strike hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,2,1 ], "to defeat utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,3,1 ], "to move in a clumsy manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,4,1 ], "(of liquids) to boil violently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,5,1 ], "a hard blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,5,2 ], "the ability to hit powerfully, as of a boxer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,5,3 ], "a forceful impression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,5,4 ], "a slang word for beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallop",1,7,1 ], "an obsolete word for gallop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walloper",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that wallops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walloper",1,1,2 ], "a policeman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallpaper",1,1,1 ], "ceilings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wallpaper",1,1,1 ], "paper usually printed or embossed with designs for pasting onto walls and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wallpaper",1,2,1 ], "to cover (a surface) with wallpaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wally",1,1,1 ], "fine, pleasing, or splendid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wally",1,1,2 ], "robust or strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wally",2,1,1 ], "urban dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wally",2,1,2 ], "made of china" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wally",2,1,3 ], "lined with ceramic tiles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wally",3,1,1 ], "a stupid person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,1 ], "and Asia, esp| J| regia, which is native to W Asia but introduced elsewhere| They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,1 ], "any juglandaceous deciduous tree of the genus Juglans, of America, SE Europe," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,1 ], "for their wood" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,1 ], "have aromatic leaves and flowers in catkins and are grown for their edible nuts and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,2 ], "the nut of any of these trees, having a wrinkled two-lobed seed and a hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,2 ], "wrinkled shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees, used in making furniture, panelling, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,1,4 ], "a light yellowish-brown colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,2,1 ], "made from the wood of a walnut tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walnut",1,2,2 ], "of the colour walnut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walrus moustache",1,1,1 ], "a long thick moustache drooping at the ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walrus",1,1,1 ], "a pinniped mammal, Odobenus rosmarus, of northern seas, having a tough thick" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "walrus",1,1,1 ], "shellfish: family Odobenidae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "walrus",1,1,1 ], "skin, upper canine teeth enlarged as tusks, and coarse whiskers and feeding mainly on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waltz",1,1,1 ], "a ballroom dance in triple time in which couples spin around as they progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waltz",1,1,1 ], "round the room" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waltz",1,1,2 ], "a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of this dance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waltz",1,2,1 ], "to dance or lead (someone) in or as in a waltz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wamble",1,1,1 ], "to move unsteadily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wamble",1,1,2 ], "to twist the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wamble",1,1,3 ], "to feel nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wamble",1,2,1 ], "an unsteady movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wamble",1,2,2 ], "a sensation of nausea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wame",1,1,1 ], "dialect| the belly, abdomen, or womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wampum",1,1,1 ], "money used by North American Indians, made of cylindrical shells strung or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wampum",1,1,1 ], "woven together, esp| white shells rather than the more valuable black or purple ones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wampum",1,1,2 ], "money or wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wand",1,1,1 ], "a slender supple stick or twig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wand",1,1,2 ], "a thin rod carried as a symbol of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wand",1,1,3 ], "a rod used by a magician, water diviner, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wand",1,1,4 ], "a conductor's baton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wand",1,1,5 ], "a marker used to show the distance at which the archer stands from the target" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wander",1,1,1 ], "or destination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wander",1,1,1 ], "to move or travel about, in, or through (a place) without any definite purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wander",1,1,2 ], "to proceed in an irregular course; meander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wander",1,1,3 ], "to go astray, as from a path or course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wander",1,1,4 ], "(of the mind, thoughts, etc|) to lose concentration or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wander",1,1,5 ], "to think or speak incoherently or illogically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wander",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wandering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wandering Jew",1,1,1 ], "Tradescantia fluminensis and Zebrina pendula: family Commelinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wandering Jew",1,1,1 ], "any of several related creeping or trailing plants of tropical America, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wandering Jew",1,1,2 ], "a similar creeping plant of the genus Commelina" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wandering albatross",1,1,1 ], "a large albatross, Diomedea exulans, having a very wide wingspan and a white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wandering albatross",1,1,1 ], "plumage with black wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wanderlust",1,1,1 ], "a great desire to travel and rove about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanderoo",1,1,1 ], "a macaque monkey, Macaca silenus, of India and Sri Lanka, having black fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanderoo",1,1,1 ], "with a ruff of long greyish fur on each side of the face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wandoo",1,1,1 ], "a eucalyptus tree, Eucalyptus redunca, of W Australia, having white bark and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wandoo",1,1,1 ], "durable wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,1,1 ], "(of the moon) to show a gradually decreasing portion of illuminated surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,1,1 ], "between full moon and new moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,1,2 ], "to decrease gradually in size, strength, power, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,1,3 ], "to draw to a close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,2,1 ], "a decrease, as in size, strength, power, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,2,2 ], "the period during which the moon wanes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,2,3 ], "the act or an instance of drawing to a close" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,2,4 ], "a rounded surface or defective edge of a plank, where the bark was" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wane",1,2,5 ], "on the wane| in a state of decline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wangle",1,1,1 ], "or another)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wangle",1,1,1 ], "to use devious or illicit methods to get or achieve (something) for (oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wangle",1,1,2 ], "to manipulate or falsify (a situation, action, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wangle",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wangling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wank",1,1,1 ], "to masturbate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wank",1,2,1 ], "an instance of wanking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wankel engine",1,1,1 ], "It consists of one or more approximately elliptical combustion chambers within" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wankel engine",1,1,1 ], "a type of four-stroke internal-combustion engine without reciprocating parts|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wankel engine",1,1,1 ], "dividing the combustion chamber into three gastight sections" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "wankel engine",1,1,1 ], "which a curved triangular-shaped piston rotates, by the explosion of compressed gas," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wanker",1,1,1 ], "a worthless fellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanker",1,1,2 ], "a person who wanks; masturbator" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanna",1,1,1 ], "a spelling of want to intended to reflect a dialectal or informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanna",1,1,1 ], "pronunciation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "want ad",1,1,1 ], "a classified advertisement in a newspaper, etc|, for something wanted, such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want ad",1,1,1 ], "property or employment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,1,1 ], "to feel a need or longing for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,1,2 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object or an infinitive) to wish, need, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,1,2 ], "desire (something or to do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,10,1 ], "the act or an instance of wanting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,10,2 ], "anything that is needed, desired, or lacked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,10,3 ], "a lack, shortage, or absence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,10,4 ], "the state of being in need; destitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,10,5 ], "a sense of lack; craving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,2,1 ], "to be lacking or deficient (in something necessary or desirable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,3,1 ], "to feel the absence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,4,1 ], "to fall short by (a specified amount)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,5,1 ], "to have need of or require (doing or being something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,6,1 ], "to be destitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,7,1 ], "to seek or request the presence of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,8,1 ], "to be absent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,9,1 ], "should or ought (to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,9,2 ], "want in Informal| to wish to be included in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "want",1,9,3 ], "(or excluded from) a venture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanting",1,1,1 ], "lacking or absent; missing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanting",1,1,2 ], "not meeting requirements or expectations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanting",1,2,1 ], "without" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanting",1,2,2 ], "minus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,1,1 ], "dissolute, licentious, or immoral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,1,2 ], "without motive, provocation, or justification" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,1,3 ], "maliciously and unnecessarily cruel or destructive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,1,4 ], "unrestrained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,1,5 ], "playful or capricious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,1,6 ], "(of vegetation, etc|) luxuriant or superabundant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,2,1 ], "a licentious person, esp| a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,2,2 ], "a playful or capricious person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,3,1 ], "to behave in a wanton manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wanton",1,4,1 ], "to squander or waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wapentake",1,1,1 ], "England, corresponding to the hundred in other shires" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wapentake",1,1,1 ], "a subdivision of certain shires or counties, esp| in the Midlands and North of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wapiti",1,1,1 ], "a large North American deer, Cervus canadensis, with large much-branched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wapiti",1,1,1 ], "antlers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wappenshaw",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a muster of clansmen in Scotland to show the chieftains that they" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wappenshaw",1,1,1 ], "were properly armed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war baby",1,1,1 ], "a child born in wartime, esp| the illegitimate child of a soldier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war bonnet",1,1,1 ], "a headband with trailing feathers, worn by certain North American Indian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war bonnet",1,1,1 ], "warriors as a headdress" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war bride",1,1,1 ], "a soldier's bride met as a result of troop movements in wartime, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war bride",1,1,1 ], "foreign national" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war chest",1,1,1 ], "a fund collected for a specific purpose, such as an election campaign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war correspondent",1,1,1 ], "a journalist who reports on a war from the scene of action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war crime",1,1,1 ], "a crime committed in wartime in violation of the accepted rules and customs of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war crime",1,1,1 ], "war, such as genocide, ill-treatment of prisoners of war, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war cry",1,1,1 ], "a rallying cry used by combatants in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war cry",1,1,2 ], "a cry, slogan, etc|, used to rally support for a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war dance",1,1,1 ], "a ceremonial dance performed before going to battle or after victory, esp| by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war dance",1,1,1 ], "certain North American Indian peoples" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war dance",1,1,2 ], "a dance representing warlike action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war game",1,1,1 ], "a notional tactical exercise for training military commanders, in which no" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war game",1,1,1 ], "military units are actually deployed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war game",1,1,2 ], "a game in which model soldiers are used to create battles, esp| past battles," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war game",1,1,2 ], "in order to study tactics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war memorial",1,1,1 ], "a monument, usually an obelisk or cross, to those who die in a war, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war memorial",1,1,1 ], "from a particular locality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war of nerves",1,1,1 ], "morale by the use of propaganda" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war of nerves",1,1,1 ], "the use of psychological tactics against an opponent, such as shattering his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war paint",1,1,1 ], "Indians before battle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war paint",1,1,1 ], "painted decoration of the face and body applied by certain North American" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war paint",1,1,2 ], "finery or regalia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war paint",1,1,3 ], "cosmetics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "war whoop",1,1,1 ], "attack" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "war whoop",1,1,1 ], "the yell or howl uttered, esp| by North American Indians, while making an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waragi",1,1,1 ], "a Ugandan alcoholic drink made from bananas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waratah",1,1,1 ], "a proteaceous shrub, Telopea speciosissima, having dark green leaves and large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waratah",1,1,1 ], "clusters of crimson flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warb",1,1,1 ], "a dirty or insignificant person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble fly",1,1,1 ], "any of various hairy beelike dipterous flies of the genus Hypoderma and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble fly",1,1,1 ], "related genera, the larvae of which produce warbles in cattle: family Oestridae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warble",1,1,1 ], "to sing (words, songs, etc|) with trills, runs, and other embellishments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble",1,2,1 ], "to utter in a song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble",1,2,2 ], "another word for yodel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble",1,3,1 ], "the act or an instance of warbling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble",2,1,1 ], "a small lumpy abscess under the skin of cattle caused by infestation with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble",2,1,1 ], "larvae of the warble fly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warble",2,1,2 ], "a hard tumorous lump of tissue on a horse's back, caused by prolonged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warble",2,1,2 ], "friction of a saddle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warbler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that warbles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warbler",1,1,2 ], "any small active passerine songbird of the Old World subfamily Sylviinae:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warbler",1,1,2 ], "family Muscicapidae|They have a cryptic plumage and slender bill and are arboreal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warbler",1,1,2 ], "insectivores" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "warbler",1,1,3 ], "any small bird of the American family Parulidae, similar to the Old World" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warbler",1,1,3 ], "forms but often brightly coloured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ward heeler",1,1,1 ], "for a political boss" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ward heeler",1,1,1 ], "politics, disparaging| a party worker who canvasses votes and performs chores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward off",1,1,1 ], "to turn aside or repel avert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,1 ], "(in many countries) a district into which a city, town, parish, or other area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,1 ], "is divided for administration, election of representatives, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,2 ], "a room in a hospital, esp| one for patients requiring similar kinds of care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,3 ], "one of the divisions of a prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,4 ], "an open space enclosed within the walls of a castle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,4,1 ], "ward of court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,5 ], "a person, esp| a minor or one legally incapable of managing his own affairs," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,5 ], "placed under the control or protection of a guardian or of a court" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,5,2 ], "guardianship, as of a minor or legally incompetent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,6 ], "the state of being under guard or in custody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,7 ], "a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,8 ], "a means of protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,8,1 ], "an internal ridge or bar in a lock that prevents an incorrectly cut key from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,8,1 ], "turning" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,8,2 ], "a corresponding groove cut in a key" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,1,9 ], "a less common word for warden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ward",1,2,1 ], "to guard or protect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warded",1,1,1 ], "(of locks, keys, etc|) having wards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warden",1,1,1 ], "a person who has the charge or care of something, esp| a building, or someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warden",1,1,2 ], "any of various public officials, esp| one responsible for the enforcement of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warden",1,1,2 ], "certain regulations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warden",1,1,3 ], "the chief officer in charge of a prison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warden",1,1,4 ], "the principal or president of any of various universities or colleges" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warden",2,1,1 ], "a variety of pear that has crisp firm flesh and is used for cooking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warder",2,1,1 ], "(formerly) a staff or truncheon carried by a ruler as an emblem of authority" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warder",2,1,1 ], "and used to signal his wishes or intentions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wardian case",1,1,1 ], "a type of glass container used for housing delicate ferns and similar plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardmote",1,1,1 ], "an assembly of the citizens or liverymen of a ward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardrobe trunk",1,1,1 ], "a large upright rectangular travelling case, usually opening longitudinally," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardrobe trunk",1,1,1 ], "with one side having a hanging rail, the other having drawers or compartments" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wardrobe",1,1,1 ], "a tall closet or cupboard, with a rail or hooks on which to hang clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardrobe",1,1,2 ], "the total collection of articles of clothing belonging to one person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardrobe",1,1,3 ], "the collection of costumes belonging to a theatre or theatrical company" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardroom",1,1,1 ], "the quarters assigned to the officers (except the captain) of a warship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardroom",1,1,2 ], "the officers of a warship collectively, excepting the captain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wardship",1,1,1 ], "the state of being a ward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ware",1,1,1 ], "articles of the same kind or material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ware",1,1,2 ], "porcelain or pottery of a specified type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ware",2,1,1 ], "another word for beware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ware",2,2,1 ], "another word for wary or wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ware",3,1,1 ], "dialect| to spend or squander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warehouse",1,1,1 ], "a place where goods are stored prior to their use, distribution, or sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warehouse",1,1,2 ], "a large commercial, esp| wholesale, establishment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warehouse",1,3,1 ], "to store or place in a warehouse, esp| a bonded warehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warehouseman",1,1,1 ], "a person who manages, is employed in, or owns a warehouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wares",1,1,1 ], "articles of manufacture considered as being for sale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wares",1,1,2 ], "any talent or asset regarded as a commercial or saleable commodity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wares",1,1,3 ], "earthenware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warfare",1,1,1 ], "the act, process, or an instance of waging war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warfare",1,1,2 ], "conflict, struggle, or strife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warfarin",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline insoluble optically active compound, used as a rodenticide and," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warfarin",1,1,1 ], "in the form of its sodium salt, as a medical anticoagulant| Formula: C19H16O4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warhead",1,1,1 ], "the part of the fore end of a missile or projectile that contains explosives" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warhorse",1,1,1 ], "a horse used in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warhorse",1,1,2 ], "a veteran soldier, politician, or elderly person, esp| one who is aggressive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warison",1,1,1 ], "(esp| formerly) a bugle note used as an order to a military force to attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warlike",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or used in war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warlike",1,1,2 ], "hostile or belligerent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warlike",1,1,3 ], "fit or ready for war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warlock",1,1,1 ], "a man who practises black magic; sorcerer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warlock",1,1,2 ], "a fortune-teller, conjurer, or magician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warlord",1,1,1 ], "a military leader of a nation or part of a nation, esp| one who is accountable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warlord",1,1,1 ], "to nobody when the central government is weak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warm body",1,1,1 ], "an employee regarded as insufficiently skilled or imaginative to undertake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm body",1,1,1 ], "more than the most routine responsibilities" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warm front",1,1,1 ], "at a less steep angle than at the cold front" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warm front",1,1,1 ], "the boundary between a warm air mass and the cold air above, which is rising" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm over",1,1,1 ], "to reheat (food)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm over",1,1,2 ], "to present (an idea, etc|) again, esp| without freshness or originality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm sector",1,1,1 ], "a wedge of warm air between the warm and cold fronts of a depression, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm sector",1,1,1 ], "eventually occluded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,1 ], "characterized by or having a moderate degree of heat; moderately hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,10 ], "uncomfortable or disagreeable, esp| because of the proximity of danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,2 ], "maintaining or imparting heat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,3 ], "having or showing ready affection, kindliness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,4 ], "lively, vigorous, or passionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,5 ], "cordial or enthusiastic; ardent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,6 ], "quickly or easily aroused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,7 ], "(of colours) predominantly red or yellow in tone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,8 ], "(of a scent, trail, etc|) recently made; strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,9 ], "children's games" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,1,9 ], "near to finding a hidden object or discovering or guessing facts, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,2,1 ], "(sometimes foll| by up) to raise or be raised in temperature; make or become" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,2,1 ], "warm or warmer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,2,2 ], "(about)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by to) to make or become excited, enthusiastic, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,3,1 ], "to feel affection, kindness, etc|, (for someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,4,1 ], "to give a caning to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,5,1 ], "a warm place or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm",1,5,2 ], "the act or an instance of warming or being warmed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm-blooded",1,1,1 ], "ardent, impetuous, or passionate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm-blooded",1,1,2 ], "the nontechnical term for homoiothermic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warm-hearted",1,1,1 ], "kindly, generous, or readily sympathetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warming pan",1,1,1 ], "a pan, often of copper and having a long handle, filled with hot coals or hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warming pan",1,1,1 ], "water and formerly drawn over the sheets to warm a bed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warmonger",1,1,1 ], "a person who fosters warlike ideas or advocates war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warmth",1,1,1 ], "the state, quality, or sensation of being warm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warmth",1,1,2 ], "intensity of emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warmth",1,1,3 ], "affection or cordiality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warn",1,1,1 ], "to notify or make (someone) aware of danger, harm, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warn",1,2,1 ], "to advise or admonish (someone) as to action, conduct, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warn",1,2,2 ], "to inform (someone) in advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warn",1,3,1 ], "to give notice to go away, be off, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warning",1,1,1 ], "a hint, intimation, threat, etc|, of harm or danger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warning",1,1,2 ], "advice to beware or desist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warning",1,1,3 ], "an archaic word for notice ,1,6" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warning",1,2,1 ], "intended or serving to warn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warning",1,2,2 ], "(of the coloration of certain distasteful or poisonous animals) having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warning",1,2,2 ], "conspicuous markings, which predators recognize and learn to avoid; aposematic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,1,1 ], "to twist or cause to twist out of shape, as from heat, damp, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,1,2 ], "perverted" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,1,2 ], "to turn or cause to turn from a true, correct, or proper course; pervert or be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,2,1 ], "to prepare (yarn) as a warp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,2,2 ], "(of a vessel) to be moved thus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,2,2 ], "to move (a vessel) by hauling on a rope fixed to a stationary object ashore or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,3,1 ], "(formerly) to curve or twist (an aircraft wing) in order to assist control in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,3,1 ], "flight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,4,1 ], "to flood (land) with water from which alluvial matter is deposited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,1 ], "the state or condition of being twisted out of shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,2 ], "a twist, distortion, or bias" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,3 ], "a mental or moral deviation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,4 ], "the yarns arranged lengthways on a loom, forming the threads through which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,4 ], "weft yarns are woven" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,5 ], "the heavy threads used to reinforce the rubber in the casing of a pneumatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,5 ], "tyre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,6 ], "a rope used for warping a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warp",1,5,7 ], "alluvial sediment deposited by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warpath",1,1,1 ], "the route taken by North American Indians on a warlike expedition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warpath",1,1,2 ], "on the warpath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warpath",1,1,2,1 ], "preparing to engage in battle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warpath",1,1,2,2 ], "Informal| in a state of anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warplane",1,1,1 ], "any aircraft designed for and used in warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warplane",1,1,1 ], "plane" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrant officer",1,1,1 ], "an officer in certain armed services who holds a rank between those of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant officer",1,1,1 ], "commissioned and noncommissioned officers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,1 ], "anything that gives authority for an action or decision; authorization;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,1 ], "sanction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,2 ], "a document that certifies or guarantees, such as a receipt, licence, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,2 ], "commission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,3 ], "an authorization issued by a magistrate or other official allowing a constable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,3 ], "or other officer to search or seize property, arrest a person, or perform some" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,3 ], "other specified act" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,4 ], "(in certain armed services) the official authority for the appointment of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,1,4 ], "warrant officers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,2,1 ], "to guarantee the quality, condition, etc|, of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,2,2 ], "to give authority or power to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,2,3 ], "to attest to or assure the character, worthiness, etc|, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,2,4 ], "misrepresentation concerning the merchandise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,2,4 ], "to guarantee (a purchaser of merchandise) against loss of, damage to, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,2,5 ], "to guarantee (the title to an estate or other property)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrant",1,2,6 ], "to declare confidently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrantee",1,1,1 ], "a person to whom a warranty is given" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrantor",1,1,1 ], "an individual or company that provides a warranty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,1 ], "a covenant, express or implied, by which the vendor of real property vouches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,1 ], "for the security of the title conveyed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,2 ], "an express or implied term in a contract collateral to the main purpose, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,2 ], "as an undertaking that goods contracted to be sold shall meet specified" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,2 ], "requirements as to quality, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,3 ], "an undertaking by the party insured that the facts given regarding the risk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,3 ], "are as stated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warranty",1,1,4 ], "the act of warranting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,1 ], "a series of interconnected underground tunnels in which rabbits live" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,2 ], "a colony of rabbits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,3 ], "an overcrowded area or dwelling|CATEGORY Chiefly Brit|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,4 ], "an enclosed place where small game animals or birds are kept, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,4 ], "breeding, or a part of a river or lake enclosed by nets in which fish are kept (esp| in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,4 ], "the phrase beasts or fowls of warren)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,4,2 ], "English legal history| a franchise permitting one to keep animals, birds, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warren",1,1,4,2 ], "fish in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "warrener",1,1,1 ], "a gamekeeper or keeper of a warren ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrigal",1,1,1 ], "a dingo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrigal",1,1,2 ], "a wild horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrigal",1,1,3 ], "a wild Aboriginal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrigal",1,2,1 ], "untamed or wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrior",1,1,1,1 ], "a person engaged in, experienced in, or devoted to war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warrior",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warship",1,1,1 ], "a vessel armed, armoured, and otherwise equipped for naval warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "warsle",1,2,1 ], "a dialect word for wrestle|Also: warstle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wart hog",1,1,1 ], "a wild pig, Phacochoerus aethiopicus, of southern and E Africa, having heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wart hog",1,1,1 ], "tusks, wart-like protuberances on the face, and a mane of coarse hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wart",1,1,1 ], "any firm abnormal elevation of the skin caused by a virus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wart",1,1,2 ], "a small rounded outgrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wartime",1,1,1,1 ], "a period or time of war" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wartime",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wary",1,1,1 ], "warier, wariest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wary",1,1,2 ], "watchful, cautious, or alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wary",1,1,3 ], "characterized by caution or watchfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "was",1,1,1 ], "(used with I, he, she, it, and with singular nouns) the past tense (indicative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "was",1,1,1 ], "mood) of be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "was",1,1,2 ], "a form of the subjunctive mood used in place of were, esp| in conditional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "was",1,1,2 ], "sentences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash down",1,1,1 ], "to wash completely, esp| from top to bottom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash down",1,1,2 ], "to take drink with or after (food or another drink)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash drawing",1,1,1 ], "a pen-and-ink drawing that has been lightly brushed over with water to soften" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash drawing",1,1,1 ], "the lines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash sale",1,1,1 ], "at an inflated price through a colluding broker to give the impression that the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash sale",1,1,1 ], "security has a strong market" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wash sale",1,1,1 ], "the illegal stock-exchange practice of buying and selling the same securities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash up",1,1,1 ], "to wash (dishes, cutlery, etc|) after a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash up",1,2,1 ], "to wash one's face and hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,1,1 ], "in order to cleanse" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,1,1 ], "to apply water or other liquid, usually with soap, to (oneself, clothes, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,2,1 ], "to remove by the application of water or other liquid and usually soap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,3,1 ], "to be capable of being washed without damage or loss of colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,3,2 ], "(of an animal such as a cat) to cleanse (itself or another animal) by licking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,4,1 ], "to cleanse from pollution or defilement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,5,1 ], "to make wet or moist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,5,2 ], "(often foll| by away, etc|) to move or be moved by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,5,3 ], "(esp| of waves) to flow or sweep against or over (a surface or object), often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,5,3 ], "with a lapping sound" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,5,4 ], "to form by erosion or be eroded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,6,1 ], "to apply a thin coating of paint, metal, etc|, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,7,1 ], "immersion in water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,7,1 ], "to separate (ore, precious stones, etc|) from (gravel, earth, or sand) by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,8,1 ], "to admit of testing or proof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,8,2 ], "wash one's hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,8,2,1 ], "Euphemistic| to go to the lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,8,2,2 ], "(usually foll| by of) to refuse to accept responsibility (for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,1 ], "the act or process of washing; ablution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,10 ], "waste liquid matter or liquid refuse, esp| as fed to pigs; swill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,11 ], "an alcoholic liquid resembling strong beer, resulting from the fermentation of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,11 ], "wort in the production of whisky" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,12 ], "come out in the wash| Informal| to become known or apparent in the course of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,12 ], "time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,2 ], "a quantity of articles washed together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,3 ], "a preparation or thin liquid used as a coating or in washing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,3,1 ], "any medicinal or soothing lotion for application to a part of the body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,3,2 ], "an eyewash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,4 ], "flow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,4 ], "the flow of water, esp| waves, against a surface, or the sound made by such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,4,1 ], "the technique of making wash drawings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,5 ], "the erosion of soil by the action of flowing water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,6 ], "a mass of alluvial material transported and deposited by flowing water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,7 ], "land that is habitually washed by tidal or river waters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,8 ], "or other moving object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,8 ], "the disturbance in the air or water produced at the rear of an aircraft, boat," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash",1,9,9 ], "gravel, earth, etc|, from which valuable minerals may be washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash-and-wear",1,1,1 ], "(of fabrics, garments, etc|) requiring only light washing, short drying time," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wash-and-wear",1,1,1 ], "and little or no ironing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washable",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of fabrics or clothes) capable of being washed without deteriorating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washaway",1,1,1 ], "another word for washout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washbasin",1,1,1 ], "a basin or bowl for washing the face and hands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,1 ], "a board having a surface, usually of corrugated metal, on which clothes are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,1 ], "scrubbed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,2 ], "Country and Western music, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,2 ], "such a board used as a rhythm instrument played with the fingers in skiffle," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,3 ], "a less common U|S| word for skirting board" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,3,1 ], "a vertical planklike shield fastened to the gunwales of a boat to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,3,1 ], "water from splashing over the side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washboard",1,1,3,2 ], "splashboard| a shield under a port for the same purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washcloth",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for flannel ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washday",1,1,1 ], "a day on which clothes and linen are washed, often the same day each week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washed out",1,1,1 ], "faded or colourless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washed out",1,1,2 ], "exhausted, esp| when being pale in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washed up",1,1,1 ], "no longer useful, successful, hopeful, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washed up",1,1,2 ], "exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washer",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that washes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washer",1,1,2 ], "a flat ring or drilled disc of metal used under the head of a bolt or nut to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washer",1,1,2 ], "spread the load when tightened" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washer",1,1,3 ], "any flat ring of rubber, felt, metal, etc|, used to provide a seal under a nut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washer",1,1,3 ], "or in a tap or valve seat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washer",1,1,4 ], "a device for cleaning or washing gases or vapours; scrubber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washer",1,1,5 ], "a face cloth; flannel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washery",1,1,1 ], "a plant at a mine where water or other liquid is used to remove dirt from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washery",1,1,1 ], "mineral, esp| coal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washin",1,1,1 ], "an increase in the angle of attack of an aircraft wing towards the wing tip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing machine",1,1,1 ], "a mechanical apparatus, usually powered by electricity, for washing clothing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing machine",1,1,1 ], "linens, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washing powder",1,1,1 ], "powdered detergent for washing fabrics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing soda",1,1,1 ], "agent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washing soda",1,1,1 ], "the crystalline decahydrate of sodium carbonate, esp| when used as a cleansing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing",1,1,1 ], "articles that have been or are to be washed together on a single occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing",1,1,2 ], "liquid in which an article has been washed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing",1,1,3 ], "something, such as gold dust or metal ore, that has been obtained by washing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing",1,1,4 ], "a thin coat of something applied in liquid form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing-up",1,1,1 ], "the washing of dishes, cutlery, etc|, after a meal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing-up",1,1,2 ], "dishes and cutlery waiting to be washed up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washing-up",1,1,3 ], "a washing-up machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washrag",1,1,1 ], "another word for flannel ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washroom",1,1,1 ], "a room, esp| in a factory or office block, in which lavatories, washbasins," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washroom",1,1,1 ], "etc|, are situated" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washroom",1,1,2 ], "a euphemism for lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washstand",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture designed to hold a basin, etc|, for washing the face and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washstand",1,1,1 ], "hands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "washtub",1,1,1 ], "a tub or large container used for washing anything, esp| clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washwoman",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for washerwoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washy",1,1,1 ], "washier, washiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washy",1,1,2 ], "over-diluted, watery, or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "washy",1,1,3 ], "lacking intensity or strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of was not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasp waist",1,1,1 ], "a very slender waist, esp| one that is tightly corseted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasp",1,1,1 ], ", typically having a black-and-yellow body and an ovipositor specialized for" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wasp",1,1,1 ], "any social hymenopterous insect of the family Vespidae, esp| Vespula vulgaris" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasp",1,1,1 ], "stinging" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wasp",1,1,2 ], "any of various solitary hymenopterans, such as the digger wasp and gall wasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waspish",1,1,1 ], "relating to or suggestive of a wasp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waspish",1,1,2 ], "easily annoyed or angered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wassail",1,1,1 ], "(formerly) a toast or salutation made to a person at festivities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wassail",1,1,2 ], "a festivity when much drinking takes place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wassail",1,1,3 ], "alcoholic drink drunk at such a festivity, esp| spiced beer or mulled wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wassail",1,1,4 ], "the singing of Christmas carols, going from house to house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wassail",1,1,5 ], "a drinking song" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wassail",1,2,1 ], "to drink the health of (a person) at a wassail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wassail",1,3,1 ], "to go from house to house singing carols at Christmas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wast",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wast",1,1,1 ], "past tense (indicative mood) of be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wastage",1,1,1 ], "anything lost by wear or waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wastage",1,1,2 ], "the process of wasting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wastage",1,1,3 ], "(esp| in the phrase natural wastage)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wastage",1,1,3 ], "reduction in size of a work force by retirement, voluntary resignation, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste lot",1,1,1 ], "a piece of waste ground in a city" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,1,1 ], "to use, consume, or expend thoughtlessly, carelessly, or to no avail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,2,1 ], "to fail to take advantage of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by away) to lose or cause to lose bodily strength," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,2,2 ], "health, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,2,3 ], "to exhaust or become exhausted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,3,1 ], "to ravage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,4,1 ], "to murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,1 ], "the act of wasting or state of being wasted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,2 ], "a failure to take advantage of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,3 ], "anything unused or not used to full advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,4 ], "anything or anyone rejected as useless, worthless, or in excess of what is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,4 ], "required" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,5 ], "garbage, rubbish, or trash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,6 ], "a land or region that is devastated or ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,7 ], "a land or region that is wild or uncultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,7,1 ], "the useless products of metabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,7,2 ], "undigestible food residue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,8 ], "disintegrated rock material resulting from erosion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,9 ], "life-tenant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,5,9 ], "reduction in the value of an estate caused by act or neglect, esp| by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,1 ], "rejected as useless, unwanted, or worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,2 ], "produced in excess of what is required" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,3 ], "not cultivated, inhabited, or productive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,3,1 ], "of or denoting the useless products of metabolism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,3,2 ], "of or denoting indigestible food residue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,4 ], "destroyed, devastated, or ruined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,5 ], "designed to contain or convey waste products" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waste",1,6,6 ], "lay waste| to devastate or destroy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wastebasket",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for wastepaper basket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasteful",1,1,1 ], "tending to waste or squander; extravagant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasteful",1,1,2 ], "causing waste, destruction, or devastation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasteland",1,1,1 ], "a barren or desolate area of land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasteland",1,1,2 ], "a region, period in history, etc|, that is considered spiritually," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasteland",1,1,2 ], "intellectually, or aesthetically barren or desolate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wastepaper basket",1,1,1 ], "an open receptacle for paper and other dry litter| Usual U|S| word:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wastepaper basket",1,1,1 ], "wastebasket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wastepaper",1,1,1 ], "paper discarded after use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasteweir",1,1,1 ], "another name for spillway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasting asset",1,1,1 ], "an unreplaceable business asset of limited life, such as a coal mine or an oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wasting asset",1,1,1 ], "well" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wastrel",1,1,1 ], "a wasteful person; spendthrift; prodigal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wastrel",1,1,2 ], "an idler or vagabond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wat",1,1,1 ], "a Thai Buddhist monastery or temple" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watap",1,1,1 ], "a stringy thread made by North American Indians from the roots of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watap",1,1,1 ], "conifers and used for weaving and sewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watch cap",1,1,1 ], "a knitted navy-blue woollen cap worn by seamen in cold weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch chain",1,1,1 ], "a chain used for fastening a pocket watch to the clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch fire",1,1,1 ], "a fire kept burning at night as a signal or for warmth and light by a person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch fire",1,1,1 ], "keeping watch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watch night",1,1,1 ], "(in Protestant churches) the night of December 31, during which a service is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch night",1,1,1 ], "held to mark the passing of the old year and the beginning of the new" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watch night",1,1,2 ], "the service held on this night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,1,1 ], "to look at or observe closely or attentively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,2,1 ], "to wait attentively or expectantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,2,2 ], "to guard or tend (something) closely or carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,3,1 ], "to keep vigil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,4,1 ], "to maintain an interest in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,4,2 ], "watch it!be careful! look out!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,1,1 ], "a small portable timepiece, usually worn strapped to the wrist (a wristwatch)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,1,1 ], "or in a waistcoat pocket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,2 ], "the act or an instance of watching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,3 ], "a period of vigil, esp| during the night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,4 ], "(formerly) one of a set of periods of any of various lengths into which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,4 ], "night was divided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,4,1 ], "any of the four-hour periods beginning at midnight and again at noon during" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,4,1 ], "which part of a ship's crew are on duty" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,4,2 ], "those officers and crew on duty during a specified watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,5 ], "the period during which a guard is on duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,6 ], "(formerly) a watchman or band of watchmen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch",1,5,7 ], "on the watch| on the lookout; alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch-glass",1,1,1 ], "a curved glass disc that covers the dial of a watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch-glass",1,1,2 ], "a similarly shaped piece of glass used in laboratories for evaporating small" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watch-glass",1,1,2 ], "samples of a solution, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watchband",1,1,1 ], "a U|S| word for watchstrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchcase",1,1,1 ], "a protective case for a watch, generally of metal such as gold, silver, brass," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchcase",1,1,1 ], "or gunmetal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watchdog",1,1,1 ], "a dog trained to guard property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchdog",1,1,1,1 ], "a person or group of persons that acts as a protector or guardian against" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchdog",1,1,1,1 ], "inefficiency, illegal practices, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watchdog",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who watches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watcher",1,1,2 ], "a person who maintains a vigil at the bedside of an invalid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watcher",1,1,3 ], "a representative of a candidate or party stationed at a poll on election day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watcher",1,1,3 ], "to watch out for fraud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watchful",1,1,1 ], "vigilant or alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchful",1,1,2 ], "not sleeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchmaker",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or mends watches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchman",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to guard buildings or property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchman",1,1,2 ], "(formerly) a man employed to patrol or guard the streets at night" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchstrap",1,1,1 ], "a strap of leather, cloth, etc|, attached to a watch for fastening it around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchstrap",1,1,1 ], "the wrist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watchtower",1,1,1 ], "a tower on which a sentry keeps watch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchword",1,1,1 ], "another word for password" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watchword",1,1,2 ], "a rallying cry or slogan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water back",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for back boiler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water bear",1,1,1 ], "another name for a tardigrade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water bed",1,1,1 ], "a waterproof mattress filled with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water beetle",1,1,1 ], "any of various beetles of the families Dysticidae, Hydrophilidae, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water beetle",1,1,1 ], "live most of the time in freshwater ponds, rivers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water bird",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic bird, including the wading and swimming birds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water biscuit",1,1,1 ], "a thin crisp plain biscuit, usually served with butter or cheese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water blister",1,1,1 ], "a blister containing watery or serous fluid, without any blood or pus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water boatman",1,1,1 ], "a flattened body and oarlike legs, adapted for darting over the surface of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water boatman",1,1,1 ], "any of various aquatic bugs of the families Notonectidae and Corixidae, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water boatman",1,1,1 ], "water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water brash",1,1,1 ], "another term for heartburn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water buffalo",1,1,1 ], "a member of the cattle tribe, Bubalus bubalis, of swampy regions of S Asia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water buffalo",1,1,1 ], "animals" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water buffalo",1,1,1 ], "having widely spreading back-curving horns| Domesticated forms are used as draught" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water bug",1,1,1 ], "Africa, which have flattened hairy legs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water bug",1,1,1 ], "any of various heteropterous insects adapted to living in the water or on its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water bug",1,1,1 ], "surface, esp| any of the family Belostomatidae , of North America, India, and southern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water cannon",1,1,1 ], "an apparatus for pumping water through a nozzle at high pressure, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water cannon",1,1,1 ], "quelling riots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water chestnut",1,1,1 ], "a floating aquatic onagraceous plant, Trapa natans, of Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water chestnut",1,1,1 ], "four-pronged edible nutlike fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water chestnut",1,1,2 ], "Chinese water chestnut| a Chinese cyperaceous plant, Eleocharis tuberosa, with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water chestnut",1,1,2 ], "an edible succulent corm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water chestnut",1,1,3 ], "the corm of the Chinese water chestnut, used in Oriental cookery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water chinquapin",1,1,1 ], "a North American aquatic plant, Nelumbo lutea, having large umbrella-shaped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water chinquapin",1,1,1 ], "leaves, pale yellow flowers, and edible nutlike seeds: family Nelumbonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water clock",1,1,1 ], "any of various devices for measuring time that use the escape of water as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water clock",1,1,1 ], "motive force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water closet",1,1,1 ], "a lavatory flushed by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water closet",1,1,2 ], "a small room that has a lavatory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water cooler",1,1,1 ], "a device for cooling and dispensing drinking water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water crake",1,1,1 ], "another name for spotted crake and dipper (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water cure",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for hydropathy or hydrotherapy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water cure",1,1,2 ], "a form of torture in which the victim is forced to drink very large amounts of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water cure",1,1,2 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water cycle",1,1,1 ], "into the atmosphere, where it condenses and falls as rain or snow, returning to the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water cycle",1,1,1 ], "sea by rivers or returning to the atmosphere by evapotranspiration" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water cycle",1,1,1 ], "the circulation of the earth's water, in which water evaporates from the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water diviner",1,1,1 ], "a person able to locate the presence of water, esp| underground, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water diviner",1,1,1 ], "divining rod| U|S| name: waterfinder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water dog",1,1,1 ], "a dog trained to hunt in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water dog",1,1,2 ], "a dog or person who enjoys going in or on the water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water down",1,1,1 ], "to dilute or weaken with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water down",1,1,2 ], "offensive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water down",1,1,2 ], "to modify or adulterate, esp| so as to omit anything harsh, unpleasant, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water flea",1,1,1 ], "Cladocera, which swim by means of hairy branched antennae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water flea",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous minute freshwater branchiopod crustaceans of the order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gap",1,1,1 ], "a deep valley in a ridge, containing a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gas",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of hydrogen and carbon monoxide produced by passing steam over hot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gas",1,1,1 ], "carbon, used as a fuel and raw material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water gate",1,1,1 ], "a gate in a canal, etc| that can be opened or closed to control the flow of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gate",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water gate",1,1,2 ], "a gate through which access may be gained to a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gauge",1,1,1 ], "an instrument that indicates the presence or the quantity of water in a tank," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gauge",1,1,1 ], "reservoir, or boiler feed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water glass",1,1,1 ], "a viscous syrupy solution of sodium silicate in water: used as a protective" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water glass",1,1,1 ], "coating for cement and a preservative, esp| for eggs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water glass",1,1,2 ], "another name for water clock or water gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gum",1,1,1 ], "North America: family Nyssaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water gum",1,1,1 ], "any of several gum trees, esp| Nyssa biflora (or tupelo), of swampy areas of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gum",1,1,2 ], "any of several Australian myrtaceous trees, esp| Tristania laurina, of swampy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water gum",1,1,2 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water gun",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for water pistol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water hammer",1,1,1 ], "a sharp concussion produced when the flow of water in a pipe is suddenly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water hammer",1,1,1 ], "blocked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water hemlock",1,1,1 ], "another name for cowbane ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water hen",1,1,1 ], "another name for gallinule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water hole",1,1,1 ], "a depression, such as a pond or pool, containing water, esp| one used by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water hole",1,1,1 ], "animals as a drinking place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water hole",1,1,2 ], "a source of drinking water in a desert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "Java, Australia, and parts of Africa" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "water hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "a floating aquatic plant, Eichhornia crassipes, of tropical America, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "dense masses in rivers, ponds, etc|, and is a serious pest in the southern U|S|," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "showy bluish-purple flowers and swollen leafstalks: family Pontederiaceae|It forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water ice",1,1,1 ], "an ice cream made from a frozen sugar syrup flavoured with fruit juice or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water ice",1,1,1 ], "puree" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water jacket",1,1,1 ], "a water-filled envelope or container surrounding a machine, engine, or part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water jacket",1,1,1 ], "for cooling purposes, esp| the casing around the cylinder block of a pump or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water jacket",1,1,1 ], "internal-combustion engine" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water jump",1,1,1 ], "a ditch, brook, or pond over which athletes or horses must jump in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water jump",1,1,1 ], "steeplechase or similar contest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water level",1,1,1 ], "the level reached by the surface of a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water level",1,1,2 ], "the water line of a boat or ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water lily",1,1,1 ], "any of various aquatic plants of the genus Nymphaea and related genera, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water lily",1,1,1 ], "surface of the water: family Nymphaeaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water lily",1,1,1 ], "temperate and tropical regions, having large leaves and showy flowers that float on the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water lily",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar and related plants, such as the yellow water lily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water line",1,1,1 ], "a line marked at the level around a vessel's hull to which the vessel will be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water line",1,1,1 ], "immersed when afloat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water line",1,1,2 ], "a line marking the level reached by a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water main",1,1,1 ], "a principal supply pipe in an arrangement of pipes for distributing water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water meadow",1,1,1 ], "a meadow that remains fertile by being periodically flooded by a stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water meter",1,1,1 ], "a device for measuring the quantity or rate of water flowing through a pipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water milfoil",1,1,1 ], "any of various pond plants of the genus Myriophyllum, having feathery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water milfoil",1,1,1 ], "underwater leaves and small inconspicuous flowers: family Haloragidaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water mill",1,1,1 ], "a mill operated by a water wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water mint",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian mint plant, Mentha aquatica, of marshy places, having scented" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water mint",1,1,1 ], "leaves and whorls of small flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water moccasin",1,1,1 ], "a large dark grey venomous snake, Agkistrodon piscivorus, of swamps in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water moccasin",1,1,1 ], "southern U|S|: family Crotalidae (pit vipers)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water nymph",1,1,1 ], "any fabled nymph of the water, such as the Naiad, Nereid, or Oceanid of Greek" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water nymph",1,1,1 ], "mythology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water nymph",1,1,2 ], "any of various aquatic plants, esp| a water lily or a naiad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water of crystallization",1,1,1 ], "be easily expelled" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water of crystallization",1,1,1 ], "in stoichiometric amounts, usually by coordinate or hydrogen bonds, but can often" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water of crystallization",1,1,1 ], "water present in the crystals of certain compounds| It is chemically combined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water ouzel",1,1,1 ], "another name for dipper (the bird)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water ox",1,1,1 ], "another term for water buffalo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water parting",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for watershed ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water pepper",1,1,1 ], "and acrid-tasting leaves" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water pepper",1,1,1 ], "any of several polygonaceous plants of the genus Polygonum, esp| P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water pepper",1,1,1 ], "hydropiper, of marshy regions, having reddish stems, clusters of small greenish flowers," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water pimpernel",1,1,1 ], "another name for brookweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water pipe",1,1,1 ], "a pipe for water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water pipe",1,1,2 ], "another name for hookah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water pistol",1,1,1 ], "a toy pistol that squirts a stream of water or other liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water plantain",1,1,1 ], "N temperate regions and Australia, having clusters of small white or pinkish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water plantain",1,1,1 ], "any of several marsh plants of the genus Alisma, esp| A| plantago-aquatica, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water plantain",1,1,1 ], "flowers and broad pointed leaves: family Alismataceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water polo",1,1,1 ], "a game played in water by two teams of seven swimmers in which each side tries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water polo",1,1,1 ], "to throw or propel an inflated ball into the opponents' goal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water power",1,1,1 ], "machinery, esp| for generating electricity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water power",1,1,1 ], "the power latent in a dynamic or static head of water as used to drive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water power",1,1,2 ], "a source of such power, such as a drop in the level of a river, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water power",1,1,3 ], "mill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water power",1,1,3 ], "the right to the use of water for such a purpose, as possessed by a water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water purslane",1,1,1 ], "an onagraceous marsh plant, Ludwigia palustris, of temperate and warm regions," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water purslane",1,1,1 ], "having reddish stems and small reddish flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water purslane",1,1,2 ], "any of several lythraceous plants of wet places that resemble purslane, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water purslane",1,1,2 ], "as Peplis portular of Europe, which has small pinkish flowers, and Didiplis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water purslane",1,1,2 ], "diandris of North America, which has small greenish flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water rail",1,1,1 ], "a large Eurasian rail, Rallus aquaticus, of swamps, ponds, etc|, having a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water rail",1,1,1 ], "red bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water rat",1,1,1 ], "any of several small amphibious rodents, esp| the water vole or the muskrat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water rat",1,1,2 ], "any of various amphibious rats of the subfamily Hydromyinae, of New Guinea," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water rat",1,1,2 ], "the Philippines, and Australia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water rat",1,1,3 ], "a person who is very fond of water sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water right",1,1,1 ], "the right to make use of a water supply, as for irrigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water sapphire",1,1,1 ], "a deep blue variety of the mineral cordierite that occurs in Sri Lanka: used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water sapphire",1,1,1 ], "as a gemstone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water scorpion",1,1,1 ], "Nepidae, which breathe by means of a long spinelike tube that projects from the rear of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water scorpion",1,1,1 ], "any of various long-legged aquatic insects of the heteropterous family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water scorpion",1,1,1 ], "the body and penetrates the surface of the water" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water shield",1,1,1 ], "a North American nymphaeaceous plant, Brasenia schreberi, with floating oval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water shield",1,1,1 ], "leaves and purple flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water shield",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related plants of the genus Cabomba" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water shrew",1,1,1 ], "either of two small amphibious shrews, Neomys fodiens or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water shrew",1,2,1 ], "anomalus , having a dark pelage with paler underparts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water snake",1,1,1 ], "any of various colubrid snakes that live in or near water, esp| any of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water snake",1,1,1 ], "numerous harmless North American snakes of the genus Natrix, such as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water snake",1,2,1 ], "sipedon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water softener",1,1,1 ], "absorbing calcium and magnesium ions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water softener",1,1,1 ], "any substance that lessens the hardness of water, usually by precipitating or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water softener",1,1,2 ], "a tank, apparatus, or chemical plant that is used to filter or treat water to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water softener",1,1,2 ], "remove chemicals that cause hardness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water soldier",1,1,1 ], "an aquatic plant, Stratiotes aloides, of Europe and NW Asia, having rosettes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water soldier",1,1,1 ], "of large leaves and large three-petalled white flowers: family Hydrocharitaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water spaniel",1,1,1 ], "American), which are used for hunting waterfowl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water spaniel",1,1,1 ], "either of two large curly-coated breeds of spaniel (the Irish and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water spider",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian spider, Argyroneta aquatica, that spins a web in the form of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water spider",1,1,1 ], "air-filled chamber in which it lives submerged in streams and ponds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water strider",1,1,1 ], "another name for a pond-skater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water supply",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of reservoirs, purification plant, distribution pipes, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water supply",1,1,1 ], "for providing water to a community" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water supply",1,1,2 ], "the supply of treated and purified water for a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water system",1,1,1 ], "a river and all its tributaries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water system",1,1,2 ], "a system for supplying water to a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water table",1,1,1 ], "approximately the contours of the overlying land surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water table",1,1,1 ], "the surface of the water-saturated part of the ground, usually following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water table",1,1,2 ], "an offset or stringcourse that has a moulding designed to throw rainwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water table",1,1,2 ], "clear of the wall below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water thrush",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American warblers, Seiurus motacilla or S| noveboracensis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water thrush",1,1,1 ], "having a brownish back and striped underparts and occurring near water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water torture",1,1,1 ], "any of various forms of torture using water, esp| one in which water drips or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water torture",1,1,1 ], "is slowly poured onto the victim's forehead" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water tower",1,1,1 ], "a reservoir or storage tank mounted on a tower-like structure so that water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water tower",1,1,1 ], "can be distributed at a uniform pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water vapour",1,1,1 ], "below the boiling point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water vapour",1,1,1 ], "water in the gaseous state, esp| when due to evaporation at a temperature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water vole",1,1,1 ], "Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water vole",1,1,1 ], "a large amphibious vole, Arvicola terrestris, of Eurasian river banks: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water wagtail",1,1,1 ], "another name for pied wagtail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water wheel",1,1,1 ], "a simple water-driven turbine consisting of a wheel having vanes set axially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water wheel",1,1,1 ], "across its rim, used to drive machinery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water wheel",1,1,2 ], "a wheel with buckets attached to its rim for raising water from a stream," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water wheel",1,1,2 ], "pond, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water wings",1,1,1 ], "an inflatable rubber device shaped like a pair of wings, which is placed round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water wings",1,1,1 ], "the front of the body and under the arms of a person learning to swim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water witch",1,1,1 ], "a person who claims the ability to detect water underground by means of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water witch",1,1,1 ], "divining rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,1 ], "a clear colourless tasteless odourless liquid that is essential for plant and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,1 ], "animal life and constitutes, in impure form, rain, oceans, rivers, lakes, etc| It is a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,1 ], "for many physical properties| Formula: H2O" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,1 ], "neutral substance, an effective solvent for many compounds, and is used as a standard" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,1,1 ], "any body or area of this liquid, such as a sea, lake, river, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,10 ], "hold water| to prove credible, logical, or consistent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,11 ], "in deep water| in trouble or difficulty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,12 ], "make water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,12,1 ], "to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,12,2 ], "(of a boat, hull, etc|) to let in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,13 ], "throw cold water on| Informal| to discourage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,14 ], "water under the bridge| events that are past and done with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,2 ], "the surface of such a body or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,3 ], "any form or variety of this liquid, such as rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,4 ], "any of various solutions of chemical substances in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,4,1 ], "any fluid secreted from the body, such as sweat, urine, or tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,4,2 ], "the amniotic fluid surrounding a fetus in the womb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,5 ], "a wavy lustrous finish on some fabrics, esp| silk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,6 ], "the degree of brilliance in a diamond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,7 ], "excellence, quality, or degree (in the phrase of the first water)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,7,1 ], "capital stock issued without a corresponding increase in paid-up capital, so" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,7,1 ], "earning power" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,7,1 ], "that the book value of the company's capital is not fully represented by assets or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,7,2 ], "the fictitious or unrealistic asset entries that reflect such inflated book" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,7,2 ], "value of capital" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,8 ], "of or relating to the three signs of the zodiac Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,9 ], "above the water| Informal| out of trouble or difficulty, esp| financial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,1,9 ], "trouble" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,10,1 ], "to produce a wavy lustrous finish on (fabrics, esp| silk)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,2,1 ], "to sprinkle, moisten, or soak with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,3,1 ], "to weaken by the addition of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,4,1 ], "(of the eyes) to fill with tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,5,1 ], "(of the mouth) to salivate, esp| in anticipation of food (esp| in the phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,5,1 ], "to make one's mouth water)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,6,1 ], "to irrigate or provide with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,7,1 ], "to drink water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,8,1 ], "(of a ship, etc|) to take in a supply of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,9,1 ], "increase in the real value of assets" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water",1,9,1 ], "to raise the par value of (issued capital stock) without a corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water-bath",1,1,1 ], "a vessel containing heated water, used for heating substances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water-cool",1,1,1 ], "jacket" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water-cool",1,1,1 ], "to cool (an engine, etc|) by a flow of water circulating in an enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water-repellent",1,1,1 ], "(of fabrics or garments, etc|) having a finish that resists the absorption of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water-repellent",1,1,1 ], "water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water-resistant",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of fabrics) designed to resist but not entirely prevent the penetration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water-resistant",1,1,1 ], "of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "water-sick",1,1,1 ], "(of land) made infertile or uncultivable by excessive irrigation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "water-soak",1,1,1 ], "to soak or drench with or in water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterage",1,1,1 ], "the transportation of cargo by means of ships, or the charges for such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterage",1,1,1 ], "transportation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterborne",1,1,1 ], "floating or travelling on water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterborne",1,1,2 ], "(of a disease, etc|) transported or transmitted by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterbrain",1,1,1 ], "another name for gid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterbuck",1,1,1 ], "any of various antelopes of the genus Kobus, esp| K| ellipsiprymnus, of swampy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterbuck",1,1,1 ], "areas of Africa, having long curved ridged horns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watercolour",1,1,1,1 ], "pure watercolour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercolour",1,1,2 ], "of white pigment in the lighter tones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watercolour",1,1,2 ], "water-soluble pigment, applied in transparent washes and without the admixture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercolour",1,1,2,1 ], "a painting done in watercolours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercolour",1,1,2,2 ], "any water-soluble pigment, including opaque kinds such as gouache and tempera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercolour",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercolour",1,1,3 ], "the art or technique of painting with such pigments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercourse",1,1,1 ], "a stream, river, or canal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercourse",1,1,2 ], "the channel, bed, or route along which this flows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercraft",1,1,1 ], "a boat or ship or such vessels collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercraft",1,1,2 ], "skill in handling boats or in water sports" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercress",1,1,1 ], "an Old World cruciferous plant, Rorippa nasturtium-aquaticum (or Nasturtium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watercress",1,1,1 ], "as a garnish" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "watercress",1,1,1 ], "officinale), of clear ponds and streams, having pungent leaves that are used in salads and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watercress",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar or related plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterfall",1,1,1 ], "a cascade of falling water where there is a vertical or almost vertical step" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterfall",1,1,1 ], "in a river" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterfowl",1,1,1 ], "any aquatic freshwater bird, esp| any species of the family Anatidae (ducks," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterfowl",1,1,1 ], "geese, and swans)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterfowl",1,1,2 ], "such birds collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterfront",1,1,1 ], "dockyard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterfront",1,1,1 ], "the area of a town or city alongside a body of water, such as a harbour or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watering can",1,1,1 ], "a container with a handle and a spout with a perforated nozzle used to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watering can",1,1,1 ], "sprinkle water over plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watering place",1,1,1 ], "a place where drinking water for men or animals may be obtained" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watering place",1,1,2 ], "a spa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watering place",1,1,3 ], "a seaside resort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watering pot",1,1,1 ], "another name (U|S|) for watering can" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterlogged",1,1,1 ], "saturated with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterlogged",1,1,2 ], "(of a vessel still afloat) having taken in so much water as to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterlogged",1,1,2 ], "unmanageable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterman",1,1,1 ], "a skilled boatman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watermark",1,1,1 ], "a distinguishing mark impressed on paper during manufacture, visible when the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watermark",1,1,1 ], "paper is held up to the light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watermark",1,1,2 ], "another word for water line ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watermark",1,2,1 ], "to mark (paper) with a watermark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watermelon",1,1,1 ], "an African melon, Citrullus vulgaris, widely cultivated for its large edible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watermelon",1,1,1 ], "fruit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watermelon",1,1,2 ], "flesh" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watermelon",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant, which has a hard green rind and sweet watery reddish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterproof",1,1,1 ], "not penetrable by water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterproof",1,2,1 ], "a waterproof garment, esp| a raincoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterproof",1,3,1 ], "to make (a fabric, item of clothing, etc|) waterproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterscape",1,1,1 ], "a picture, view, or representation of a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watershed",1,1,1 ], "the dividing line between two adjacent river systems, such as a ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watershed",1,1,2 ], "an important period or factor that serves as a dividing line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterside",1,1,1,1 ], "the area of land beside a body of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterside",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watersider",1,1,1 ], "a wharf labourer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterspout",1,1,1,1 ], "a tornado or whirlwind that, when passing over water, is characterized by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterspout",1,1,1,1 ], "column of water and mist extending between the surface and the clouds above" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterspout",1,1,1,2 ], "a sudden downpour of heavy rain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterspout",1,1,2 ], "a pipe or channel through which water is discharged, esp| one used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterspout",1,1,2 ], "drainage from the gutters of a roof" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watertight",1,1,1 ], "not permitting the passage of water either in or out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watertight",1,1,2 ], "without loopholes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watertight",1,1,3 ], "kept separate from other subjects or influences" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterway",1,1,1 ], "a river, canal, or other navigable channel used as a means of travel or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterway",1,1,1 ], "transport" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various weedy aquatic plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterweed",1,1,2 ], "another name for pondweed ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterworks",1,1,1 ], "an establishment for storing, purifying, and distributing water for community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterworks",1,1,1 ], "supply" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waterworks",1,1,2 ], "a display of water in movement, as in fountains" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterworks",1,1,3 ], "the urinary system, esp| with reference to its normal functioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterworks",1,1,4 ], "crying; tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waterworn",1,1,1 ], "worn smooth by the action or passage of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watery",1,1,1 ], "relating to, consisting of, containing, or resembling water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watery",1,1,2 ], "discharging or secreting water or a water-like fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watery",1,1,3 ], "tearful; weepy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watery",1,1,4 ], "insipid, thin, or weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watt",1,1,1 ], "dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a potential difference of 1 volt| 1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "watt",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of power, equal to 1 joule per second; the power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watt",1,1,1 ], "watt is equivalent to 1|341 X 10'-'3 horsepower| Symbol: W" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "watt-hour",1,1,1 ], "a unit of energy equal to a power of one watt operating for one hour| 1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "watt-hour",1,1,1 ], "watt-hour equals 3600 joules" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattage",1,1,1 ], "power, esp| electric power, measured in watts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattage",1,1,2 ], "the power rating, measured in watts, of an electrical appliance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle and daub",1,1,1,1 ], "a form of wall construction consisting of interwoven twigs plastered with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle and daub",1,1,1,1 ], "mixture of clay, lime, water, and sometimes dung and chopped straw" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattle and daub",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,1 ], "a frame of rods or stakes interwoven with twigs, branches, etc|, esp| when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,1 ], "used to make fences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,2 ], "the material used in such a construction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,3 ], "a loose fold of skin, often brightly coloured, hanging from the neck or throat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,3 ], "of certain birds, lizards, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,4 ], "any of various chiefly Australian acacia trees having spikes of small brightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,4 ], "coloured flowers and flexible branches, which were used by early settlers for making" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,4 ], "fences" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,5 ], "a southern African caesalpinaceous tree, Peltophorum africanum, with yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,1,5 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,2,1 ], "to construct from wattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,2,2 ], "to bind or frame with wattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,2,3 ], "to weave or twist (branches, twigs, etc|) into a frame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattle",1,3,1 ], "made of, formed by, or covered with wattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattlebird",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian honeyeaters of the genus Anthochaera, such as A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattlebird",1,1,1 ], "paradoxa , that have red or yellow wattles on both sides of the head" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattlebird",1,1,2 ], "any arboreal New Zealand songbird of the family Callaeidae, having wattles on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wattlebird",1,1,2 ], "both sides of the bill" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wattmeter",1,1,1 ], "a meter for measuring electric power in watts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waul",1,1,1 ], "to cry or wail plaintively like a cat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave down",1,1,1 ], "to signal with a wave to (a driver or vehicle) to stop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave equation",1,1,1 ], "(1/c#5%2) X ($6%2#Gq/$6t#5%2), where V'2 is the Laplace operator, t the time, c the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave equation",1,1,1 ], "a partial differential equation describing wave motion| It has the form V'2q =" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave equation",1,1,1 ], "velocity of propagation, and q is a function characterizing the displacement of the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wave equation",1,1,1 ], "wave" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "wave front",1,1,1 ], "a surface associated with a propagating wave and passing through all points in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave front",1,1,1 ], "propagation" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wave front",1,1,1 ], "the wave that have the same phase| It is usually perpendicular to the direction of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave function",1,1,1 ], "a mathematical function of position and sometimes time, used in wave mechanics" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave function",1,1,1 ], "to describe the state of a physical system| Symbol: u" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave mechanics",1,1,1 ], "as atoms, is described in terms of their wave functions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave mechanics",1,1,1 ], "the formulation of quantum mechanics in which the behaviour of systems, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave number",1,1,1 ], "the reciprocal of the wavelength of a wave| Symbol: n, s" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave theory",1,1,1 ], "the theory proposed by Huygens that light is transmitted by waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave theory",1,1,2 ], "any theory that light or other radiation is transmitted as waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave train",1,1,1 ], "a series of waves travelling in the same direction and spaced at regular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave train",1,1,1 ], "intervals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move freely to and fro" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,2,1 ], "to move the hand to and fro as a greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,2,2 ], "to signal or signify by or as if by waving something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,3,1 ], "to direct to move by or as if by waving something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,3,2 ], "to form or be formed into curves, undulations, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,4,1 ], "to give a wavy or watered appearance to (silk, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,5,1 ], "to set waves in (the hair)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,1 ], "body of a liquid, esp| the sea: created by the wind or a moving object and gravity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,1 ], "one of a sequence of ridges or undulations that moves across the surface of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,10 ], "an undulating curve or series of curves or loose curls in the hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,11 ], "an undulating pattern or finish on a fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,2 ], "any undulation on or at the edge of a surface reminiscent of such a wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,3 ], "the waves| the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,4 ], "anything that suggests the movement of a wave, as by a sudden rise: a crime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,4 ], "wave" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,5 ], "a widespread movement, that advances in a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,6 ], "the act or an instance of waving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,7 ], "an energy-carrying disturbance propagated through a medium or space by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,7 ], "progressive local displacement of the medium or a change in its physical properties, but" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,7 ], "without any overall movement of matter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,8 ], "a graphical representation of a wave obtained by plotting the magnitude of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,8 ], "disturbance against time at a particular point in the medium or space; waveform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wave",1,6,9 ], "a prolonged spell of some weather condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wave-cut platform",1,1,1 ], "a flat surface at the base of a cliff formed by erosion by waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waveband",1,1,1 ], "a range of wavelengths or frequencies used for a particular type of radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waveband",1,1,1 ], "transmission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waveform",1,1,1 ], "of some changing quantity against time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waveform",1,1,1 ], "the shape of the graph of a wave or oscillation obtained by plotting the value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waveguide",1,1,1 ], "a solid rod of dielectric or a hollow metal tube, usually of rectangular cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waveguide",1,1,1 ], "section, used as a path to guide microwaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wavelength",1,1,1 ], "the distance, measured in the direction of propagation, between two points of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavelength",1,1,1 ], "the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave| Symbol: v" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wavelength",1,1,2 ], "the wavelength of the carrier wave used by a particular broadcasting station" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavelength",1,1,3 ], "on someone's wavelength| Informal| having similar views, feelings, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavelength",1,1,3 ], "thoughts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wavelength",1,1,4 ], "(as someone else)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavelet",1,1,1 ], "a small wave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavellite",1,1,1 ], "Al3(OH)3(PO\4)2|5H2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wavellite",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-white, yellow, or brown mineral consisting of hydrated basic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavellite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium phosphate in radiating clusters of small orthorhombic crystals| Formula:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wavemeter",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for measuring the frequency or wavelength of radio waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waveoff",1,1,1 ], "a signal or instruction to an aircraft not to land" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waver",1,1,1 ], "to be irresolute; hesitate between two possibilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waver",1,1,2 ], "to become unsteady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waver",1,1,3 ], "to fluctuate or vary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waver",1,1,4 ], "to move back and forth or one way and another" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waver",1,1,5 ], "(of light) to flicker or flash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waver",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wavering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavy",1,1,1 ], "wavier, waviest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavy",1,1,2 ], "abounding in or full of waves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavy",1,1,3 ], "moving or proceeding in waves or undulations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavy",1,1,4 ], "(of hair) set in or having waves and curls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wavy",1,1,5 ], "unstable or wavering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waw",1,1,1 ], "another name for vav" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wawa",1,1,1 ], "covered and uncovered: much used in jazz" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wawa",1,1,1 ], "the sound made by a trumpet, cornet, etc|, when the bell is alternately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wawa",1,1,2 ], "an electronic attachment for an electric guitar, etc|, that simulates this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wawa",1,1,2 ], "effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wawa",1,1,3 ], "speech; language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wawa",1,2,1 ], "to speak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wawl",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of waul" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax bean",1,1,1 ], "U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax bean",1,1,1 ], "any of certain string beans that have yellow waxy pods and are grown in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax flower",1,1,1 ], "any of several rutaceous shrubs of the genus Eriostemon, having waxy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax flower",1,1,1 ], "pink-white five-petalled flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax insect",1,1,1 ], "any of various scale insects that secrete wax or a waxy substance, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax insect",1,1,1 ], "oriental species Ceroplastes ceriferus, which produces Chinese wax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax light",1,1,1 ], "a candle or taper of wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax moth",1,1,1 ], "a brown pyralid moth, Galleria mellonella, the larvae of which feed on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax moth",1,1,1 ], "combs of beehives" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax myrtle",1,1,1 ], "a shrub, Myrica cerifera, of SE North America, having evergreen leaves and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax myrtle",1,1,1 ], "candleberry, waxberry" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wax myrtle",1,1,1 ], "small berry-like fruit with a waxy coating: family Myricaceae," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax palm",1,1,1 ], "a resinous wax used in making candles" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax palm",1,1,1 ], "a tall Andean palm tree, Ceroxylon andicola, having pinnate leaves that yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax palm",1,1,2 ], "another name for carnauba ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax paper",1,1,1 ], "paper treated or coated with wax or paraffin to make it waterproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax tree",1,1,1 ], "a Japanese anacardiaceous tree, Rhus succedanea, having white berries that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax tree",1,1,1 ], "yield wax" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,1 ], "any of various viscous or solid materials of natural origin:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,1 ], "characteristically lustrous, insoluble in water, and sensitive to heat, they consist largely of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,1 ], "esters of fatty acids" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar substances, such as paraffin wax or ozocerite, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,2 ], "have a mineral origin and consist largely of hydrocarbons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,3 ], "short for beeswax or sealing wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,4 ], "another name for cerumen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,5 ], "a resinous preparation used by shoemakers to rub on thread" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,6 ], "bone wax| a mixture of wax, oil, and carbolic acid applied to the cut surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,6 ], "of a bone to prevent bleeding" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,7 ], "any substance or object that is pliable or easily moulded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,8 ], "made of or resembling wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,1,9 ], "put on wax| to make a gramophone record of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,2,1 ], "to coat, polish, etc|, with wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",1,3,1 ], "to make a gramophone record of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",2,1,1 ], "to become larger, more powerful, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",2,1,2 ], "(of the moon) to show a gradually increasing portion of illuminated surface," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",2,1,2 ], "between new moon and full moon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wax",2,1,3 ], "to become as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wax",3,1,1 ], "a fit of rage or temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxberry",1,1,1 ], "the waxy fruit of the wax myrtle or the snowberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxbill",1,1,1 ], "any of various chiefly African finchlike weaverbirds of the genus Estrilda and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxbill",1,1,1 ], "related genera, having a brightly coloured bill and plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waxen",1,1,1 ], "made of, treated with, or covered with wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxen",1,1,2 ], "resembling wax in colour or texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxen",2,1,1 ], "a past participle of wax'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxplant",1,1,1 ], "a climbing asclepiadaceous shrub, Hoya carnosa, of China and Australia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxplant",1,1,1 ], "fleshy leaves and clusters of small waxy white pink-centred flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waxplant",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar plants of the genus Hoya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxwing",1,1,1 ], "any of several gregarious passerine songbirds of the genus Bombycilla, esp| B|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxwing",1,1,1 ], "garrulus, having red waxy wing tips and crested heads: family Bombycillidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waxwork",1,1,1 ], "an object reproduced in wax, esp| as an ornament" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxwork",1,1,2 ], "a life-size lifelike figure, esp| of a famous person, reproduced in wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxwork",1,1,3 ], "a museum or exhibition of wax figures or objects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxy",1,1,1 ], "waxier, waxiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxy",1,1,2 ], "resembling wax in colour, appearance, or texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxy",1,1,3 ], "made of, covered with, or abounding in wax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxy",2,1,1 ], "waxier, waxiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waxy",2,1,2 ], "bad-tempered or irritable; angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,1 ], "a manner, method, or means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,10 ], "the experience or sphere in which one comes into contact with things (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,10 ], "the phrase come one's way)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,11 ], "a state or condition, usually financial or concerning health (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,11 ], "phrases in a good way)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,12 ], "the area or direction of one's home" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,13 ], "movement of a ship or other vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,14 ], "a right of way in law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,15 ], "a guide along which something can be moved, such as the surface of a lathe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,15 ], "along which the tailstock slides" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,16 ], "the wooden or metal tracks down which a ship slides to be launched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,17 ], "a course of life including experiences, conduct, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,18 ], "calling or trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,19 ], "by the way| in passing or incidentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,2 ], "a route or direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,2,1 ], "a means or line of passage, such as a path or track" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,2,2 ], "waterway" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,20 ], "by way of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,20,1 ], "via" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,20,2 ], "serving as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,20,3 ], "in the state or condition of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,21 ], "each way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,22 ], "(of a bet) laid on a horse, dog, etc|, to win or gain a place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,23 ], "give way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,23,1 ], "to collapse or break down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,23,2 ], "to withdraw or yield" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,24 ], "give way to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,24,1 ], "to step aside for or stop for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,24,2 ], "to give full rein to (emotions, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,25 ], "go out of one's way| to take considerable trouble or inconvenience oneself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,26 ], "have a way with| to have such a manner or skill as to handle successfully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,27 ], "have it both ways| to enjoy two things that would normally contradict each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,27 ], "other or be mutually exclusive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,28 ], "in a way| in some respects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,29 ], "in no way| not at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,3 ], "space or room for movement or activity (esp| in the phrases make way, in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,3 ], "way, out of the way)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,30 ], "lead the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,30,1 ], "to go first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,30,2 ], "to set an example or precedent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,31 ], "make one's way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,31,1 ], "to proceed or advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,31,2 ], "to achieve success in life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,32 ], "no way| Informal| that is impossible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,33 ], "on the way out| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,33,1 ], "becoming unfashionable, obsolete, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,33,2 ], "dying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,34 ], "out of the way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,34,1 ], "removed or dealt with so as to be no longer a hindrance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,34,2 ], "remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,34,3 ], "unusual and sometimes improper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,35 ], "pay one's way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,36 ], "see one's way to find it possible and be willing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,37 ], "(to do something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,38 ], "under way| having started moving or making progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,4 ], "distance, usually distance in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,5 ], "a passage or journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,6 ], "characteristic style or manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,7 ], "habits; idiosyncrasies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,8 ], "an aspect of something; particular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,8,1 ], "a street in or leading out of a town" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,8,2 ], "Icknield Way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,9 ], "have one's way)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,1,9 ], "something that one wants in a determined manner (esp| in the phrases get or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,2,1,1 ], "at a considerable distance or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way",1,2,1,2 ], "very far; considerably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way-out",1,1,1 ], "extremely unconventional or experimental; avant-garde" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "way-out",1,1,2 ], "excellent or amazing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waybill",1,1,1 ], "a document attached to goods in transit specifying their nature, point of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waybill",1,1,1 ], "origin, and destination as well as the route to be taken and the rate to be charged" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wayfarer",1,1,1 ], "a person who goes on a journey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayfaring tree",1,1,1 ], "a caprifoliaceous shrub, Viburnum lantana, of Europe and W Asia, having white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayfaring tree",1,1,1 ], "flowers and berries that turn from red to black" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "waylay",1,1,1 ], "(tr|) to lie in wait for and attack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "waylay",1,1,2 ], "to await and intercept unexpectedly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ways and means",1,1,1 ], "a state or other political unit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ways and means",1,1,1 ], "the revenues and methods of raising the revenues needed for the functioning of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ways and means",1,1,2 ], "a standing committee of the U|S| House of Representatives that supervises all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ways and means",1,1,2 ], "financial legislation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ways and means",1,1,3 ], "the methods and resources for accomplishing some purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayside",1,1,1,1 ], "the side or edge of a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayside",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayside",1,1,2 ], "fall by the wayside| to cease or fail to continue doing something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayside",1,1,3 ], "go by the wayside| to be put aside on account of something more urgent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayward",1,1,1 ], "wanting to have one's own way regardless of the wishes or good of others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayward",1,1,2 ], "capricious, erratic, or unpredictable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayward",1,1,3 ], "unwelcome or unwanted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayworn",1,1,1 ], "worn or tired by travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wayzgoose",1,1,1 ], "a works outing made annually by a printing house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wd|",1,1,1 ], "ward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wd|",1,1,2 ], "wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wd|",1,1,3 ], "word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "we",1,1,1 ], "refers to the speaker or writer and another person or other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "we",1,1,2 ], "refers to all people or people in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "we",1,1,2,1 ], "a formal word for I used by editors or other writers, and formerly by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "we",1,1,2,1 ], "monarchs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "we",1,1,2,2 ], "he uses the royal we in his pompous moods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "we",1,1,3 ], "used instead of you with a tone of persuasiveness, condescension, or sarcasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "we're",1,1,1 ], "contraction of we are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "we've",1,1,1 ], "contraction of we have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak interaction",1,1,1 ], "an interaction between elementary particles that is responsible for certain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak interaction",1,1,1 ], "decay processes, operates at distances less than about 10'-'1'5 metres, and is 10'1'2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weak interaction",1,1,1 ], "times weaker than the strong interaction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weak sister",1,1,1 ], "a person in a group who is regarded as weak or unreliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,1 ], "lacking in physical or mental strength or force; frail or feeble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,10 ], "(of a fuel-air mixture) containing a relatively low proportion of fuel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,11 ], "having low density or contrast; thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,12 ], "(of an industry, market, securities, etc|) falling in price or characterized" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,12 ], "by falling prices" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,2 ], "liable to yield, break, or give way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,3 ], "lacking in resolution or firmness of character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,4 ], "lacking strength, power, or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,5 ], "lacking strength in a particular part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,6 ], "lacking in conviction, persuasiveness, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,7 ], "lacking in political or strategic strength" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,8 ], "lacking the usual, full, or desirable strength of flavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,8,1 ], "Germanic languages, whose conjugation relies on inflectional endings rather than" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,8,1 ], "denoting or belonging to a class of verbs, in certain languages including the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,8,1 ], "internal vowel gradation, as look, looks, looking, looked" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,8,2 ], "belonging to any part-of-speech class, in any of various languages, whose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,8,2 ], "inflections follow the more regular of two possible patterns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weak",1,1,9 ], "(of a syllable) not accented or stressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak-kneed",1,1,1 ], "yielding readily to force, persuasion, intimidation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak-minded",1,1,1 ], "lacking in stability of mind or character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak-minded",1,1,2 ], "another word for feeble-minded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weak-willed",1,1,1 ], "lacking strength of will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaken",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become weak or weaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaker sex",1,1,1 ], "the female sex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakfish",1,1,1 ], "any of several sciaenid sea trouts, esp| Cynoscion regalis, a food and game" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakfish",1,1,1 ], "fish of American Atlantic coastal waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weakling",1,1,1 ], "a person or animal that is lacking in strength or weak in constitution or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakling",1,1,1 ], "character" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weakly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakly",1,1,2 ], "sickly; feeble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakly",1,2,1 ], "in a weak or feeble manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakness",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakness",1,1,2 ], "a deficiency or failing, as in a person's character" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weakness",1,1,3 ], "a self-indulgent fondness or liking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weal",1,1,1 ], "a raised mark on the surface of the body produced by a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weal",2,1,1 ], "prosperity or wellbeing (now esp| in the phrases the public weal, the common" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weal",2,1,1 ], "weal)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weal",2,1,2 ], "the state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weal",2,1,3 ], "wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weald",1,1,1 ], "open or forested country" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealth tax",1,1,1 ], "a tax on personal property; capital levy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealth",1,1,1 ], "a large amount of money and valuable material possessions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealth",1,1,2 ], "the state of being rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealth",1,1,3 ], "a great profusion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealth",1,1,4 ], "all goods and services with monetary, exchangeable, or productive value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealthy",1,1,1 ], "wealthier, wealthiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealthy",1,1,2 ], "possessing wealth; affluent; rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealthy",1,1,3 ], "of, characterized by, or relating to wealth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wealthy",1,1,4 ], "abounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wean",1,1,1 ], "nourishment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wean",1,1,1 ], "to cause (a child or young mammal) to replace mother's milk by other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wean",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by from) to cause to desert former habits, pursuits, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wean",2,1,1 ], "and northern Brit| dialect| a child; infant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaner",1,1,1 ], "a pig that has just been weaned and weighs less than 40 kg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaner",1,1,2 ], "a name for a lamb, pig, or calf in the year in which it has been weaned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weanling",1,1,1,1 ], "a child or young animal recently weaned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weanling",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weapon",1,1,1 ], "an object or instrument used in fighting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weapon",1,1,2 ], "anything that serves to outwit or get the better of an opponent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weapon",1,1,3 ], "any part of an animal that is used to defend itself, to attack prey, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weapon",1,1,3 ], "such as claws, teeth, horns, or a sting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weapon",1,1,4 ], "a slang word for penis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaponeer",1,1,1 ], "a person associated with the use or maintenance of weapons, esp| nuclear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaponeer",1,1,1 ], "weapons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weaponry",1,1,1 ], "weapons regarded collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear and tear",1,1,1 ], "damage, depreciation, or loss resulting from ordinary use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear down",1,1,1 ], "to consume or be consumed by long or constant wearing, rubbing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear down",1,1,2 ], "to overcome or be overcome gradually by persistent effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear off",1,1,1 ], "to decrease in intensity gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear off",1,1,2 ], "to disappear or cause to disappear gradually through exposure, use, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear out",1,1,1 ], "to make or become unfit or useless through wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear out",1,2,1 ], "to exhaust or tire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,1,1 ], "to carry or have (a garment, etc|) on one's person as clothing, ornament," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,2,1 ], "to carry or have on one's person habitually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,3,1 ], "to have in one's aspect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,4,1 ], "to display, show, or fly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,4,2 ], "to deteriorate or cause to deteriorate by constant use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,4,3 ], "to produce or be produced by constant rubbing, scraping, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,4,4 ], "to bring or be brought to a specified condition by constant use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,5,1 ], "to submit to constant use or action in a specified way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,6,1 ], "to harass or weaken" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,6,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by on)(of time)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,6,3 ], "to pass or be passed slowly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,7,1 ], "to accept" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,7,2 ], "coming about so that the wind passes astern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,7,2 ], "wear ship| to change the tack of a sailing vessel, esp| a square-rigger, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,8,1 ], "the act of wearing or state of being worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,8,1,1 ], "anything designed to be worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,8,1,2 ], "nightwear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,8,2 ], "deterioration from constant or normal use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",1,8,3 ], "the quality of resisting the effects of constant use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wear",2,1,1 ], "to tack by gybing instead of by going through stays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wearable",1,1,1 ], "suitable for wear or able to be worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wearable",1,2,1 ], "any garment that can be worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weariless",1,1,1 ], "not wearied or able to be wearied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wearing",1,1,1 ], "causing fatigue or exhaustion; tiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wearisome",1,1,1 ], "causing fatigue or annoyance; tedious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wearproof",1,1,1 ], "resistant to damage from normal wear or usage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weasand",1,1,1 ], "a former name for the trachea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weasel out",1,1,1 ], "to go back on a commitment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weasel out",1,1,2 ], "to evade a responsibility, esp| in a despicable manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weasel words",1,1,1 ], "intentionally evasive or misleading speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weasel",1,1,1 ], "and short legs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weasel",1,1,1 ], "any of various small predatory musteline mammals of the genus Mustela and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weasel",1,1,1 ], "related genera, esp| M| nivalis , having reddish-brown fur, an elongated body and neck," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weasel",1,1,2 ], "a sly or treacherous person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weasel",1,1,3 ], "a motor vehicle for use in snow, esp| one with caterpillar tracks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather eye",1,1,1 ], "the vision of a person trained to observe changes in the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather eye",1,1,2 ], "an alert or observant gaze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather eye",1,1,3 ], "keep one's weather eye open| to stay on the alert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather house",1,1,1 ], "a model house with human figures that enter to foretell bad weather and leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather house",1,1,1 ], "to foretell good weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weather map",1,1,1 ], "a synoptic chart showing weather conditions, compiled from simultaneous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather map",1,1,1 ], "observations taken at various weather stations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weather station",1,1,1 ], "one of a network of meteorological observation posts where weather data is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather station",1,1,1 ], "recorded" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weather strip",1,1,1 ], "a thin strip of compressible material, such as spring metal, felt, etc|, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather strip",1,1,1 ], "is fitted between the frame of a door or window and the opening part to exclude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weather strip",1,1,1 ], "wind and rain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weather vane",1,1,1 ], "a vane designed to indicate the direction in which the wind is blowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,1,1 ], "rainfall, affecting a specific place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,1,1 ], "the day-to-day meteorological conditions, esp| temperature, cloudiness, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,2 ], "a prevailing state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,3 ], "make heavy weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,3,1 ], "(of a vessel) to roll and pitch in heavy seas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,3,2 ], "(foll| by of)Informal| to carry out with great effort or labour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,4 ], "under the weather| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,4,1 ], "not in good health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,1,4,2 ], "intoxicated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,2,1 ], "on or at the side or part towards the wind; windward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,3,1 ], "to expose or be exposed to the action of the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,3,2 ], "action of the weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,3,2 ], "to undergo or cause to undergo changes, such as discoloration, due to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,4,1 ], "to withstand the action of the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,4,2 ], "(when intr" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,4,3 ], "foll| by through) to endure (a crisis, danger, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,5,1 ], "clear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,5,1 ], "to slope (a surface, such as a roof, sill, etc|) so as to throw rainwater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather",1,6,1 ], "to sail to the windward of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather-beaten",1,1,1 ], "showing signs of exposure to the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather-beaten",1,1,2 ], "tanned or hardened by exposure to the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather-bound",1,1,1 ], "(of a vessel, aircraft, etc|) delayed by bad weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather-wise",1,1,1 ], "skilful or experienced in predicting weather conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weather-wise",1,1,2 ], "skilful or experienced in predicting trends in public opinion, reactions, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherboard",1,1,1 ], "a timber board, with a rabbet along the front of its top edge and along the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherboard",1,1,1 ], "back of its lower edge, that is fixed horizontally with others to form an exterior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weatherboard",1,1,1 ], "cladding on a wall or roof" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weatherboard",1,1,2 ], "the windward side of a vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherboard",1,1,3 ], "a house having walls made entirely of weatherboarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherboarding",1,1,1 ], "an area or covering of weatherboards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherboarding",1,1,2 ], "weatherboards collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weathercock",1,1,1 ], "a weather vane in the form of a cock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weathercock",1,1,2 ], "a person who is fickle or changeable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weathercock",1,2,1 ], "(of an aircraft) to turn or tend to turn into the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weathered",1,1,1 ], "affected by exposure to the action of the weather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weathered",1,1,2 ], "(of rocks and rock formations) eroded, decomposed, or otherwise altered by the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weathered",1,1,2 ], "action of wind, frost, heat, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weathered",1,1,3 ], "(of a sill, roof, etc|) having a sloped surface so as to allow rainwater to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weathered",1,1,3 ], "run off" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weathered",1,1,4 ], "(of wood) artificially stained so as to appear weather-beaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherglass",1,1,1 ], "any of various instruments, esp| a barometer, that measure atmospheric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherglass",1,1,1 ], "conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weathering",1,1,1 ], "cold, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weathering",1,1,1 ], "the mechanical and chemical breakdown of rocks by the action of rain, snow," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherly",1,1,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) making very little leeway when close-hauled, even in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherly",1,1,1 ], "stiff breeze" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weatherman",1,1,1 ], "a person who forecasts the weather, esp| one who works in a meteorological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherman",1,1,1 ], "office" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weatherman",1,1,2 ], "a member of a militant revolutionary group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherproof",1,1,1 ], "designed or able to withstand exposure to weather without deterioration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherproof",1,2,1 ], "to render (something) weatherproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weatherworn",1,1,1 ], "another word for weather-beaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaver",1,1,1 ], "a person who weaves, esp| as a means of livelihood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaver",1,1,2 ], "short for weaverbird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaver's hitch",1,1,1 ], "another name for sheet bend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaverbird",1,1,1 ], "Ploceidae, having a short thick bill and a dull plumage and building covered nests:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weaverbird",1,1,1 ], "any small Old World passerine songbird of the chiefly African family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaverbird",1,1,1 ], "includes the house sparrow and whydahs" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weaverbird",1,1,2 ], "any similar bird of the family Estrilidae, of warm regions of the Old World:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weaverbird",1,1,2 ], "includes the waxbills, grassfinches, and Java sparrow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "web spinner",1,1,1 ], "Embioptera, which has biting mouthparts and constructs silken tunnels in which to live" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "web spinner",1,1,1 ], "any small fragile dull-coloured typically tropical insect of the order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "web-footed",1,1,1 ], "(of certain animals) having webbed feet that facilitate swimming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webbed",1,1,1 ], "(of the feet of certain animals) having the digits connected by a thin fold of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webbed",1,1,1 ], "skin; palmate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "webbed",1,1,2 ], "having, consisting of, or resembling a web" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webbing",1,1,1 ], "a strong fabric of hemp, cotton, jute, etc|, woven in strips and used under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webbing",1,1,1 ], "springs in upholstery or for straps, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "webbing",1,1,2 ], "the skin that unites the digits of a webbed foot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webbing",1,1,3 ], "anything that forms a web" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webby",1,1,1 ], "bier, biest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webby",1,1,2 ], "of, relating to, resembling, or consisting of a web" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weber",1,1,1 ], "one turn, produces in it an emf of 1 volt as it is reduced to zero at a uniform" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weber",1,1,1 ], "rate in one second| 1 weber is equivalent to 10'8 maxwells| Symbol: Wb" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weber",1,1,1 ], "the derived SI unit of magnetic flux; the flux that, when linking a circuit of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webfoot",1,1,1 ], "a foot having the toes connected by folds of skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webfoot",1,1,2 ], "a foot having an abnormal membrane connecting adjacent toes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webster",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for weaver ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webwheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel containing a plate or web instead of spokes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "webwheel",1,1,2 ], "a wheel of which the rim, spokes, and centre are in one piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedding breakfast",1,1,1 ], "bridegroom leave for their honeymoon" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedding breakfast",1,1,1 ], "the meal usually served after a wedding ceremony or just before the bride and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedding cake",1,1,1 ], "a rich fruit cake, with one, two, or more tiers, covered with almond paste and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedding cake",1,1,1 ], "decorated with royal icing, which is served at a wedding reception" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedding ring",1,1,1 ], "a band ring with parallel sides, typically of precious metal, worn to indicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedding ring",1,1,1 ], "married status" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedding",1,1,1,1 ], "the act of marrying or the celebration of a marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedding",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedding",1,1,2 ], "diamond wedding)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedding",1,1,2 ], "the anniversary of a marriage (in such combinations as silver wedding or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedding",1,1,3 ], "the combination or blending of two separate elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedeling",1,1,1 ], "a succession of high-speed turns performed in skiing, skateboarding, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge heel",1,1,1 ], "a raised shoe heel with the heel and sole forming a solid block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge heel",1,1,2 ], "a shoe with such a heel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,1 ], "a block of solid material, esp| wood or metal, that is shaped like a narrow V" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,1 ], "in cross section and can be pushed or driven between two objects or parts of an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,1 ], "object in order to split or secure them" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,2 ], "any formation, structure, or substance in the shape of a wedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,3 ], "something such as an idea, action, etc|, that tends to cause division" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,4 ], "a club, a No| 10 iron with a face angle of more than 50 degrees , used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,4 ], "bunker shots (sand wedge) or pitch shots (pitching wedge)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,5 ], "a wedge-shaped extension of the high pressure area of an anticyclone, narrower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,5 ], "than a ridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,6 ], "any of the triangular characters used in cuneiform writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,7 ], "(formerly) a body of troops formed in a V-shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,8 ], "a strip of glass coated in such a way that it is clear at one end but becomes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,8 ], "density" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,8 ], "progressively more opaque towards the other end: used in making measurements of transmission" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,9 ], "of something much larger" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,1,9 ], "thin end of the wedge| anything unimportant in itself that implies the start" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,2,1 ], "to secure with or as if with a wedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,2,2 ], "to squeeze or be squeezed like a wedge into a narrow space" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge",1,3,1 ], "to force apart or divide with or as if with a wedge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge-tailed eagle",1,1,1 ], "a large brown Australian eagle, Aquila audax, having a wedge-shaped tail and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedge-tailed eagle",1,1,1 ], "wingspan of 3 m" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wedlock",1,1,1 ], "the state of being married" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedlock",1,1,2 ], "born or conceived out of wedlock| born or conceived when one's parents are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wedlock",1,1,2 ], "not legally married" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wee",1,1,1 ], "very small; tiny; minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wee",2,1,1,1 ], "the act or an instance of urinating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wee",2,1,1,2 ], "urine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wee",2,2,1 ], "to urinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wee-wee",1,2,1 ], "a variant of wee ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed out",1,1,1 ], "to separate out, remove, or eliminate (anything unwanted)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,1 ], "any plant that grows wild and profusely, esp| one that grows among cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,1 ], "plants, depriving them of space, food, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,1,1 ], "the weed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,2 ], "tobacco" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,2,2 ], "a cigarette, often one containing marijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,2,3 ], "marijuana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,3 ], "a thin or unprepossessing person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,1,4 ], "an inferior horse, esp| one showing signs of weakness of constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",1,2,1 ], "to remove (useless or troublesome plants) from (a garden, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weed",2,1,1 ], "a black crepe band worn to indicate mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weedkiller",1,1,1 ], "a substance, usually a chemical or hormone, used for killing weeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeds",1,1,1 ], "a widow's black mourning clothes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeds",1,1,2 ], "any clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weedy",1,1,1 ], "weedier, weediest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weedy",1,1,2 ], "full of or containing weeds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weedy",1,1,3 ], "(of a plant) resembling a weed in rapid or straggling growth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weedy",1,1,4 ], "thin or weakly in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "week",1,1,1 ], "a period of seven consecutive days, esp|, one beginning with Sunday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "week",1,1,2 ], "a period of seven consecutive days beginning from or including a specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "week",1,1,2 ], "day" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "week",1,1,3 ], "the period of time within a week devoted to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "week",1,1,4 ], "a week devoted to the celebration of a cause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "week",1,2,1 ], "seven days before or after a specified day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weekday",1,1,1 ], "any day of the week other than Sunday and, often, Saturday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weekend",1,1,1,1 ], "Sunday" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weekend",1,1,1,1 ], "the end of the week, esp| the period from Friday night until the end of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weekend",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weekend",1,3,1 ], "to spend or pass a weekend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weekender",1,1,1 ], "a house, shack, etc|, occupied only at weekends, for holidays, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weekends",1,1,1 ], "at the weekend, esp| regularly or during every weekend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeknight",1,1,1 ], "the evening or night of a weekday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ween",1,1,1 ], "to think or imagine (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeny-bopper",1,1,1 ], "a child of 8 to 12 years, esp| a girl, who is a keen follower of pop music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weep",1,1,1 ], "to shed (tears) as an expression of grief or unhappiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weep",1,2,1 ], "to utter, shedding tears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weep",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by for) to mourn or lament (for something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weep",1,2,3 ], "to exude (drops of liquid)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weep",1,3,1 ], "(of a wound, etc|) to exude a watery or serous fluid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weep",1,4,1 ], "a spell of weeping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeper",1,1,1 ], "a person who weeps, esp| a hired mourner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeper",1,1,2 ], "something worn as a sign of mourning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeper",1,1,3 ], "a hole through a wall, to allow water to drain away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeping willow",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese willow tree, Salix babylonica, having long hanging branches: widely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weeping willow",1,1,1 ], "planted for ornament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weeping",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) having slender hanging branches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weever",1,1,1 ], "any small marine percoid fish of the family Trachinidae, such as Trachinus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weever",1,1,1 ], "vipera of European waters, having venomous spines around the gills and the dorsal fin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weevil",1,1,1 ], "any beetle of the family Curculionidae, having an elongated snout (rostrum):" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weevil",1,1,1 ], "they are pests, feeding on plants and plant products" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weevil",1,1,2 ], "or bean weevil| any of various beetles of the family Bruchidae (or Lariidae)," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weevil",1,1,2 ], "the larvae of which live in the seeds of leguminous plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weevil",1,1,3 ], "any of various similar or related beetles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weft",1,1,1 ], "the yarn woven across the width of the fabric through the lengthwise warp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weft",1,1,1 ], "yarn" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weigela",1,1,1 ], "any caprifoliaceous shrub of the Asian genus Weigela, having clusters of pink," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigela",1,1,1 ], "purple, red, or white showy bell-shaped flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weigh down",1,1,1 ], "to press" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh down",1,1,2 ], "(a person, etc|) down by or as if by weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,1,1 ], "to measure the weight of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,2,1 ], "to have weight or be heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,3,1 ], "to apportion according to weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,4,1 ], "to consider carefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,5,1 ], "to be influential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,6,1 ], "to be oppressive or burdensome (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,6,2 ], "to regard or esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,6,3 ], "raised preparatory to departure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",1,6,3 ], "weigh anchor| to raise a vessel's anchor or (of a vessel) to have its anchor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weigh",2,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of under way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighbridge",1,1,1 ], "a machine for weighing vehicles, etc|, by means of a metal plate set into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighbridge",1,1,1 ], "road" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weight watcher",1,1,1 ], "a person who tries to lose weight, esp| by dieting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,1 ], "a measure of the heaviness of an object; the amount anything weighs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,10 ], "items" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,10 ], "one of a set of coefficients assigned to items of a frequency distribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,10 ], "that are analysed in order to represent the relative importance of the different" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,11 ], "the apparent blackness of a printed typeface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,12 ], "an amount of a drug, esp| a pound of cannabis resin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,13 ], "pull one's weight| Informal| to take one's share of responsibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,14 ], "aggressive manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,14 ], "throw one's weight around| Informal| to act in an overauthoritarian or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,2 ], "(kilogram or pound)| Symbol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,2 ], "the mass of the body multiplied by the acceleration of free fall| Its units are" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,2 ], "the vertical force experienced by a mass as a result of gravitation| It equals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,2 ], "units of force (such as newtons or poundals) but is often given as a mass unit" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,3 ], "a system of units used to express the weight of a substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,4 ], "a unit used to measure weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,5 ], "any mass or heavy object used to exert pressure or weigh down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,6 ], "an oppressive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,7 ], "any heavy load" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,8 ], "the main or greatest force: preponderance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,1,9 ], "importance, influence, or consequence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,2,1 ], "to add weight to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,2,2 ], "to burden or oppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,2,3 ], "to attach a weight or weights to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,2,4 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weight",1,2,4 ], "to make (fabric, threads, etc|) heavier by treating with mineral substances," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighting",1,1,1 ], "an additional allowance payable in particular instances, esp| one paid to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighting",1,1,1 ], "compensate for higher living costs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weightlessness",1,1,1 ], "attraction" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "weightlessness",1,1,1 ], "experienced at great distances from the earth because of the reduced gravitational" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weightlessness",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of having little or no weight| Weightlessness is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weightlifting",1,1,1 ], "competition or exercise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weightlifting",1,1,1 ], "the sport of lifting barbells of specified weights in a prescribed manner for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighty",1,1,1 ], "weightier, weightiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighty",1,1,2 ], "having great weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighty",1,1,3 ], "important or momentous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weighty",1,1,4 ], "causing anxiety or worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weir",1,1,1 ], "a low dam that is built across a river to raise the water level, divert the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weir",1,1,1 ], "water, or control its flow" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weir",1,1,2 ], "a series of traps or enclosures placed in a stream to catch fish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weird sisters",1,1,1 ], "another name for the Fates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weird sisters",1,1,2 ], "another name for the Norns (see Norn)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weird",1,1,1 ], "suggestive of or relating to the supernatural; eerie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weird",1,1,2 ], "strange or bizarre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weird",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to fate or the Fates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weird",1,2,1,1 ], "fate or destiny" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weird",1,2,1,2 ], "one of the Fates" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weirdie",1,1,1 ], "a person who behaves in a bizarre or eccentric manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weka",1,1,1 ], "any flightless New Zealand rail of the genus Gallirallus, having a mottled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weka",1,1,1 ], "brown plumage and rudimentary wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welch",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of welsh" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,1,1 ], "gladly and cordially received or admitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,1,2 ], "bringing pleasure or gratitude" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,1,3 ], "freely permitted or invited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,1,4 ], "as conventional responses to thanks)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,1,4 ], "under no obligation (only in such phrases as you're welcome or he's welcome," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,2,1 ], "an expression of cordial greeting, esp| to a person whose arrival is desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,2,1 ], "or pleasing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,3,1 ], "the act of greeting or receiving a person or thing; reception" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,3,2 ], "or pleasing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,3,2 ], "wear out one's welcome| to come more often or stay longer than is acceptable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,4,1 ], "to greet the arrival of (visitors, guests, etc|) cordially or gladly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welcome",1,4,2 ], "to receive or accept, esp| gladly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weld",1,1,1 ], "hammering or by fusion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weld",1,1,1 ], "to unite (pieces of metal or plastic) together, as by softening with heat and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weld",1,1,2 ], "to bring or admit of being brought into close association or union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weld",1,2,1 ], "a joint formed by welding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare state",1,1,1 ], "a system in which the government undertakes the chief responsibility for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare state",1,1,1 ], "providing for the social and economic security of its population, usually through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welfare state",1,1,1 ], "unemployment insurance, old-age pensions, and other social-security measures" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "welfare state",1,1,2 ], "a social system characterized by such policies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,1 ], "health, happiness, prosperity, and well-being in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,1,1 ], "financial and other assistance given to people in need" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,2 ], "plans or work to better the social or economic conditions of various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,2 ], "underprivileged groups" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,3 ], "such assistance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,3 ], "the welfare| Informal, chiefly Brit| the public agencies involved with giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,4 ], "on welfare| Chiefly U|S| in receipt of financial aid from a government agency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welfare",1,1,4 ], "or other source" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welfarism",1,1,1 ], "policies or attitudes associated with a welfare state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welkin",1,1,1 ], "the sky, heavens, or upper air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well in",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well in",1,1,2 ], "on good terms (with)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well in",1,1,3 ], "rich; prosperous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well sweep",1,1,1 ], "a device for raising buckets from and lowering them into a well, consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well sweep",1,1,1 ], "a long pivoted pole, the bucket being attached to one end by a long rope" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,1 ], "better, best" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,10 ], "by a considerable margin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,11 ], "(preceded by could, might, or may) indeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,12 ], "all very well| used ironically to express discontent, dissent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,13 ], "as well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,13,1 ], "in addition; too" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,13,2 ], "(preceded by may or might) with equal effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,14 ], "as well as| in addition to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,15 ], "(just) as well| preferable or advisable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,16 ], "leave well alone| to refrain from interfering with something that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,16 ], "satisfactory" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,17 ], "well and good| used to indicate calm acceptance, as of a decision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,2 ], "in a satisfactory manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,3 ], "in a good, skilful, or pleasing manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,4 ], "in a correct or careful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,5 ], "in a comfortable or prosperous manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,6 ], "suitably; fittingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,7 ], "intimately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,8 ], "in a kind or favourable manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,1,9 ], "to a great or considerable extent; fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,2,1 ], "in good health" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,2,2 ], "satisfactory, agreeable, or pleasing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,2,3 ], "prudent; advisable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,2,4 ], "prosperous or comfortable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,2,5 ], "fortunate or happy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,3,1,1 ], "an expression of surprise, indignation, or reproof" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,3,1,2 ], "an expression of anticipation in waiting for an answer or remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",1,4,1 ], "an expression used to preface a remark, gain time, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,1 ], "a hole or shaft that is excavated, drilled, bored, or cut into the earth so as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,1 ], "to tap a supply of water, oil, gas, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,2 ], "a natural pool where ground water comes to the surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,2,1 ], "a cavity, space, or vessel used to contain a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,2,2 ], "an inkwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,3 ], "an open shaft through the floors of a building, such as one used for a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,3 ], "staircase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,4 ], "a deep enclosed space in a building or between buildings that is open to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,4 ], "sky to permit light and air to enter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,4,1 ], "a bulkheaded compartment built around a ship's pumps for protection and ease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,4,1 ], "of access" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,4,2 ], "another word for cockpit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,5 ], "a perforated tank in the hold of a fishing boat for keeping caught fish alive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,6 ], "(in England) the open space in the centre of a law court" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,1,7 ], "a source, esp| one that provides a continuous supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well",2,2,1 ], "to flow or cause to flow upwards or outwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-advised",1,1,1 ], "acting with deliberation or reason" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-advised",1,1,2 ], "well thought out; considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-appointed",1,1,1 ], "well equipped or furnished; properly supplied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-balanced",1,1,1 ], "having good balance or proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-balanced",1,1,2 ], "of balanced mind; sane or sensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-bred",1,1,1 ], "of respected or noble lineage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-bred",1,1,2 ], "indicating good breeding: well-bred manners" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-bred",1,1,3 ], "of good thoroughbred stock: a well-bred spaniel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-chosen",1,1,1 ], "carefully selected to produce a desired effect apt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-connected",1,1,1 ], "having influential or important relatives or friends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-disposed",1,1,1 ], "inclined to be sympathetic, kindly, or friendly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-done",1,1,1 ], "(of food, esp| meat) cooked thoroughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-done",1,1,2 ], "made or accomplished satisfactorily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-favoured",1,1,1 ], "having good features; good-looking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-fed",1,1,1 ], "having a nutritious diet; well nourished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-fed",1,1,2 ], "plump; fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-found",1,1,1 ], "furnished or supplied with all or most necessary things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-founded",1,1,1 ], "having good grounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-groomed",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) having a tidy pleasing appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-groomed",1,1,2 ], "kept tidy and neat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-groomed",1,1,3 ], "well turned out and tended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-grounded",1,1,1 ], "well instructed in the basic elements of a subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-grounded",1,1,2 ], "another term for well-founded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-heeled",1,1,1 ], "rich; prosperous; wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-hung",1,1,1 ], "(of game) hung for a sufficient length of time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-informed",1,1,1 ], "having knowledge about a great variety of subjects" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-informed",1,1,2 ], "possessing reliable information on a particular subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-intentioned",1,1,1 ], "having or indicating benevolent intentions, usually with unfortunate results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-knit",1,1,1 ], "strong, firm, or sturdy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-known",1,1,1 ], "widely known; famous; celebrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-known",1,1,2 ], "known fully or clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-mannered",1,1,1 ], "having good manners; courteous; polite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-meaning",1,1,1 ], "having or indicating good or benevolent intentions, usually with unfortunate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-meaning",1,1,1 ], "results" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well-nigh",1,1,1 ], "nearly; almost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-off",1,1,1 ], "in a comfortable or favourable position or state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-off",1,1,2 ], "financially well provided for; moderately rich" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-oiled",1,1,1 ], "affected by alcoholic liquor; drunk and loquacious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-preserved",1,1,1 ], "kept in a good condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-preserved",1,1,2 ], "continuing to appear youthful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-read",1,1,1 ], "having read widely and intelligently; erudite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-rounded",1,1,1 ], "rounded in shape or well developed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-rounded",1,1,2 ], "full, varied, and satisfying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-rounded",1,1,3 ], "well planned and balanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-spoken",1,1,1 ], "having a clear, articulate, and socially acceptable accent and way of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-spoken",1,1,1 ], "speaking" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well-spoken",1,1,2 ], "spoken satisfactorily or pleasingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-stacked",1,1,1 ], "(of a woman) of voluptuous proportions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-tempered",1,1,1 ], "(of a musical scale or instrument) conforming to the system of equal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-tempered",1,1,1 ], "temperament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "well-thought-of",1,1,1 ], "having a good reputation; respected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-to-do",1,1,1 ], "moderately wealthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-turned",1,1,1 ], "(of a phrase, speech, etc|) apt and pleasingly sonorous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-turned",1,1,2 ], "having a pleasing shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-upholstered",1,1,1 ], "(of a person) fat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-wisher",1,1,1 ], "a person who shows benevolence or sympathy towards a person, cause, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-worn",1,1,1 ], "so much used as to be affected by wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "well-worn",1,1,2 ], "used too often; hackneyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellaway",1,1,1 ], "woe! alas!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellbeing",1,1,1 ], "the condition of being contented, healthy, or successful; welfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellhead",1,1,1 ], "the source of a well or stream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellhead",1,1,2 ], "a source, fountainhead, or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellies",1,1,1 ], "Wellington boots" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellingtonia",1,1,1 ], "another name for big tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellspring",1,1,1 ], "the source of a spring or stream; fountainhead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wellspring",1,1,2 ], "a source of continual or abundant supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welsh",1,1,1 ], "to fail to pay a gambling debt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welsh",1,1,2 ], "to fail to fulfil an obligation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welt",1,1,1 ], "a raised or strengthened seam or edge, sewn in or on a knitted garment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welt",1,1,2 ], "another word for weal ,1 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welt",1,1,3 ], "(in shoemaking) a strip of leather, etc|, put in between the outer sole and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welt",1,1,3 ], "the inner sole and upper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "welt",1,2,1 ], "to put a welt in (a garment, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welt",1,2,2 ], "to beat or flog soundly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welter",1,1,1 ], "to roll about, writhe, or wallow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welter",1,1,2 ], "(esp| of the sea) to surge, heave, or toss" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welter",1,1,3 ], "to lie drenched in a liquid, esp| blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welter",1,2,1 ], "a rolling motion, as of the sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welter",1,2,2 ], "a confused mass; jumble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welterweight",1,1,1,1 ], "a professional boxer weighing 140-147 pounds (63|5-66|5 kg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welterweight",1,1,1,2 ], "an amateur boxer weighing 63|5-67 kg (140-148 pounds)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welterweight",1,1,1,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welterweight",1,1,2 ], "a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 154-172 pounds (70-78 kg))" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welwitschia",1,1,1 ], "a gymnosperm plant, Welwitschia mirabilis, of arid regions of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "welwitschia",1,1,1 ], "conelike structure arising between them: order Gnetales" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "welwitschia",1,1,1 ], "southern Africa, consisting of two large woody leaves lying on the ground with a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wen",1,1,1 ], "a sebaceous cyst, esp| one occurring on the scalp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wen",2,1,1 ], "a rune having the sound of Modern English w" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wench",1,1,1 ], "a girl or young woman, esp| a buxom or lively one: now used facetiously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wench",1,1,2 ], "a female servant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wench",1,1,3 ], "a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wench",1,2,1 ], "to frequent the company of prostitutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wend",1,1,1 ], "to direct (one's course or way); travel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wensleydale",1,1,1 ], "a type of white cheese with a flaky texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wensleydale",1,1,2 ], "a breed of sheep with long woolly fleece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "went",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of go" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wentletrap",1,1,1 ], "any marine gastropod mollusc of the family Epitoniidae, having a long pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wentletrap",1,1,1 ], "pale-coloured longitudinally ridged shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wept",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of weep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "were",1,1,1 ], "form used with you| It is also used as a subjunctive, esp| in conditional sentences" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "were",1,1,1 ], "the plural form of the past tense (indicative mood) of be and the singular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "weren't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of were not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "werewolf",1,1,1 ], "a person fabled in folklore and superstition to have been changed into a wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "werewolf",1,1,1 ], "by being bewitched or said to be able to assume wolf form at will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wergild",1,1,1 ], "codes, to be paid as compensation by his slayer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wergild",1,1,1 ], "the price set on a man's life in successive Anglo-Saxon and Germanic law" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wernerite",1,1,1 ], "another name for scapolite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wersh",1,1,1 ], "tasteless; insipid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wert",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wert",1,1,1 ], "past tense (indicative mood) of be" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "weskit",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for waistcoat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west by north",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "west by north",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass north of west, 281 degrees 15'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west by north",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west by south",1,1,1 ], "north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "west by south",1,1,1 ], "one point on the compass south of west, 258 degrees 45'' clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west by south",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,1,1 ], "north and 180 degrees from east" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,1,1 ], "one of the four cardinal points of the compass, 270 degrees clockwise from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,1,2 ], "from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,1,2 ], "the direction along a parallel towards the sunset, at 270 degrees clockwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,1,3 ], "occidental" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,1,3 ], "the west|any area lying in or towards the west| Related adjs|: hesperian," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,2,1 ], "situated in, moving towards, or facing the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,2,2 ], "(esp| of the wind) from the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,3,1 ], "in, to, towards, or (esp| of the wind) from the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,3,2 ], "go west| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,3,2,1 ], "to be lost or destroyed irrevocably" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west",1,3,2,2 ], "to die" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west-northwest",1,1,1 ], "292 degrees 30''clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "west-northwest",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between west and northwest," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west-northwest",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west-southwest",1,1,1 ], "247 degrees 30''clockwise from north" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "west-southwest",1,1,1 ], "the point on the compass or the direction midway between southwest and west," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "west-southwest",1,3,1 ], "in, from, or towards this direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westbound",1,1,1 ], "going or leading towards the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wester",1,1,1 ], "(of the sun, moon, or a star) to move or appear to move towards the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wester",1,2,1 ], "a strong wind or storm from the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westering",1,1,1 ], "moving towards the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "Greenwich or another meridian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "western hemisphere",1,1,1 ], "that half of the globe containing the Americas, lying to the west of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western hemisphere",1,1,2 ], "the lands contained in this, esp| the Americas" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western hemlock",1,1,1 ], "a North American coniferous evergreen tree, Tsuga heterophylla, having hanging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western hemlock",1,1,1 ], "branches and oblong cones: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "western roll",1,1,1 ], "a technique in high-jumping in which the jumper executes a half-turn of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western roll",1,1,1 ], "body to clear the bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "western",1,1,1 ], "situated in or towards or facing the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western",1,1,2 ], "going or directed to or towards the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western",1,1,3 ], "(of a wind, etc|) coming or originating from the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "western",1,1,4 ], "native to, inhabiting, or growing in the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westerner",1,1,1 ], "a native or inhabitant of the west of any specific region, esp| of the western" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westerner",1,1,1 ], "states of the U|S| or of the western hemisphere" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "westernism",1,1,1 ], "American West" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "westernism",1,1,1 ], "a word, habit, practice, etc|, characteristic of western people or of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westernize",1,1,1 ], "to influence or make familiar with the customs, practices, etc|, of the West" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westernmost",1,1,1 ], "situated or occurring farthest west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westing",1,1,1 ], "expressed in the resulting difference in longitude" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "westing",1,1,1 ], "movement, deviation, or distance covered in a westerly direction, esp| as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westward",1,1,1 ], "moving, facing, or situated in the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westward",1,2,1 ], "towards the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "westward",1,3,1 ], "the westward part, direction, etc|; the west" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet blanket",1,1,1 ], "a person whose low spirits or lack of enthusiasm have a depressing effect on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet blanket",1,1,1 ], "others" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wet cell",1,1,1 ], "a primary cell in which the electrolyte is a liquid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet dream",1,1,1 ], "an erotic dream accompanied by an emission of semen during or just after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet dream",1,1,1 ], "sleep" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wet fly",1,1,1,1 ], "an artificial fly designed to float or ride below the water surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet fly",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet look",1,1,1 ], "a shiny finish given to certain clothing and footwear materials, esp| plastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet look",1,1,1 ], "and leather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wet pack",1,1,1 ], "a hot or cold damp sheet or blanket for wrapping around a patient" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet rot",1,1,1 ], "a state of decay in timber caused by various fungi, esp| Coniophora cerebella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet rot",1,1,2 ], "any of the fungi causing this decay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet suit",1,1,1 ], "a close-fitting rubber suit used by skin divers, yachtsmen, etc|, to retain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet suit",1,1,1 ], "body heat when they are immersed in water or sailing in cold weather" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wet-and-dry-bulb thermometer",1,1,1 ], "another name for psychrometer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet-bulb thermometer",1,1,1 ], "a thermometer the bulb of which is covered by a moist muslin bag, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wet-bulb thermometer",1,1,1 ], "together with a dry-bulb thermometer to measure humidity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wetback",1,1,1 ], "a Mexican labourer who enters the U|S| illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wether",1,1,1 ], "a male sheep, esp| a castrated one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wetting agent",1,1,1 ], "any substance added to a liquid to lower its surface tension and thus increase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wetting agent",1,1,1 ], "its ability to spread across or penetrate into a solid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wh",1,1,1 ], "white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wh-movement",1,1,1 ], "a rule of English that moves a relative interrogative pronoun such as who to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wh-movement",1,1,1 ], "the beginning of its clause" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whack off",1,1,1 ], "to masturbate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whack",1,1,1 ], "to strike with a sharp resounding blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whack",1,1,2 ], "to exhaust completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whack",1,2,1 ], "a sharp resounding blow or the noise made by such a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whack",1,2,2 ], "a share or portion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whack",1,2,3 ], "a try or attempt (esp| in the phrase have a whack at)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whack",1,3,1 ], "an exclamation imitating the noise of a sharp resounding blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whacky",1,1,1 ], "whackier, whackiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whacky",1,1,2 ], "a variant spelling of wacky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whale catcher",1,1,1 ], "a vessel engaged in the actual harpooning of whales" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whale shark",1,1,1 ], "a large spotted whalelike shark, Rhincodon typus, of warm seas, that feeds on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whale shark",1,1,1 ], "plankton and small animals: family Rhincodontidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whale",1,1,1 ], "any of the larger cetacean mammals, excluding dolphins, porpoises, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whale",1,1,1 ], "breathe through a blowhole on the top of the head" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whale",1,1,1 ], "narwhals| They have flippers, a streamlined body, and a horizontally flattened tail and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whale",1,1,2 ], "any cetacean mammal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whale",1,1,3 ], "(person or thing)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whale",1,1,3 ], "a whale of a| Informal| an exceptionally large, fine, etc|, example of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whale",2,1,1 ], "to beat or thrash soundly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whaleboat",1,1,1 ], "a narrow boat from 20 to 30 feet long having a sharp prow and stern, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whaleboat",1,1,1 ], "used in whaling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whalebone whale",1,1,1 ], "any whale belonging to the cetacean suborder Mysticeti, having a double" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whalebone whale",1,1,1 ], "blowhole and strips of whalebone between the jaws instead of teeth: includes the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whalebone whale",1,1,1 ], "rorquals, right whales, and the blue whale" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whalebone",1,1,1 ], "a horny elastic material forming a series of numerous thin plates that hang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whalebone",1,1,1 ], "and strain plankton from water entering the mouth" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whalebone",1,1,1 ], "from the upper jaw on either side of the palate in the toothless (whalebone) whales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whalebone",1,1,2 ], "a thin strip of this substance, used in stiffening corsets, bodices, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whaler",1,1,1 ], "a person employed in whaling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whaler",1,1,2 ], "a vessel engaged in whaling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whaler",1,1,3 ], "another word for whaleboat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whaler",1,1,4 ], "a nomad surviving in the bush without working" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whang",1,1,1 ], "to strike or be struck so as to cause a resounding noise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whang",1,2,1 ], "the resounding noise produced by a heavy blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whang",1,2,2 ], "a heavy blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whang",2,1,1 ], "a leather thong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whang",2,2,1 ], "to strike with or as if with a thong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whangee",1,1,1 ], "any tall woody grass of the S and SE Asian genus Phyllostachys, grown for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whangee",1,1,1 ], "stems, which are used for bamboo canes and as a source of paper pulp" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whangee",1,1,2 ], "a cane or walking stick made from the stem of any of these plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whap",1,2,1 ], "a less common spelling of whop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whare",1,1,1 ], "a Maori hut or dwelling place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharf rat",1,1,1 ], "any rat, usually a brown rat, that infests wharves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharf rat",1,1,2 ], "a person who haunts wharves, usually for dishonest purposes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharf",1,1,1 ], "a platform of timber, stone, concrete, etc|, at a harbour or navigable river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharf",1,1,1 ], "for the docking, loading, and unloading of ships" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wharf",1,1,2 ], "an obsolete word for shore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharf",1,2,1 ], "to moor or dock at a wharf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharf",1,2,2 ], "to provide or equip with a wharf or wharves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharf",1,2,3 ], "to store or unload on a wharf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharfage",1,1,1 ], "accommodation for ships at wharves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharfage",1,1,2 ], "a charge for use of a wharf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharfage",1,1,3 ], "wharves collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharfie",1,1,1 ], "a wharf labourer; docker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharfinger",1,1,1 ], "an owner or manager of a wharf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wharve",1,1,1 ], "a wooden disc or wheel on a shaft serving as a flywheel or pulley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,1,1 ], "categorization of something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,1,1 ], "the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,1,1 ], "used with a noun in requesting further information about the identity or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,1,2 ], "what is her address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,1,3 ], "does he know what man did this tell me what he said" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,2 ], "(person, thing, persons, or things) that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,2,2 ], "bring me what you've written; come what may" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,1,3 ], "(intensifier; used in exclamations)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,2,1 ], "in what respect to what degree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,1 ], "which, who, or that, when used as relative pronouns" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,2 ], "what about| what do you think, know, feel, etc|, concerning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,2,1 ], "for what purpose why" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,2,2 ], "Informal| a punishment (esp| in the phrase give what for)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,3 ], "what have you| someone, something, or somewhere unknown or unspecified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,4 ], "what if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,4,1 ], "what would happen if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,4,2 ], "what difference would it make if" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,5 ], "what matter| what does it matter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,3,6 ], "what's what| Informal| the true or real state of affairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "what",1,4,1 ], "don't you think don't you agree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatever",1,1,1 ], "everything or anything that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatever",1,1,2 ], "no matter what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatever",1,1,3 ], "an unknown or unspecified thing or things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatever",1,1,4 ], "an intensive form of what, used in questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatever",1,2,1 ], "an intensive form of what: use whatever tools you can get hold of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatever",1,3,1 ], "absolutely; whatsoever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatnot",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing the name of which is unknown, temporarily forgotten, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatnot",1,1,1 ], "deliberately overlooked" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whatnot",1,1,2 ], "unspecified assorted material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatnot",1,1,3 ], "a portable stand with shelves, used for displaying ornaments, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatsoever",1,1,1 ], "as none, any, no one, anybody, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whatsoever",1,1,1 ], "at all: used as an intensifier with indefinite pronouns and determiners such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whatsoever",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for whatever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whaup",1,1,1 ], "a popular name for the curlew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheal",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of weal'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheat germ",1,1,1 ], "milling and is used in cereals, as a food supplement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheat germ",1,1,1 ], "the vitamin-rich embryo of the wheat kernel, which is largely removed before" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheat rust",1,1,1 ], "a rust fungus, Puccinia graminis, that attacks cereals, esp| wheat, and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheat rust",1,1,1 ], "barberry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheat rust",1,1,2 ], "the disease caused by this fungus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheat",1,1,1 ], "Mediterranean region and W Asia but widely cultivated, having erect flower spikes and light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheat",1,1,1 ], "any annual or biennial grass of the genus Triticum, native to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheat",1,1,1 ], "brown grains" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wheat",1,1,2 ], "the grain of any of these grasses, used in making flour, pasta, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheatear",1,1,1 ], "any small northern songbird of the genus Oenanthe, esp| O| oenanthe, a species" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheatear",1,1,1 ], "having a pale grey back, black wings and tail, white rump, and pale brown underparts:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheatear",1,1,1 ], "subfamily Turdinae (thrushes)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wheaten",1,1,1 ], "made of the grain or flour of wheat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheaten",1,1,2 ], "of a pale yellow colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheatworm",1,1,1 ], "a parasitic nematode worm, Anguina tritici, that forms galls in the seeds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheatworm",1,1,1 ], "wheat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whee",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of joy, thrill, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheedle",1,1,1 ], "to persuade or try to persuade (someone) by coaxing words, flattery, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheedle",1,2,1 ], "to obtain by coaxing and flattery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel and axle",1,1,1 ], "a simple machine for raising weights in which a rope unwinding from a wheel is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel and axle",1,1,1 ], "mechanical advantage" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wheel and axle",1,1,1 ], "wound onto a cylindrical drum or shaft coaxial with or joined to the wheel to provide" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel animalcule",1,1,1 ], "another name for rotifer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel bug",1,1,1 ], "a large predatory North American heteropterous insect, Arilus cristatus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel bug",1,1,1 ], "having a semicircular thoracic projection: family Reduviidae (assassin bugs)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel horse",1,1,1 ], "another word for wheeler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel horse",1,1,2 ], "a person who works steadily or hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel lock",1,1,1 ], "a gunlock formerly in use in which the firing mechanism was activated by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel lock",1,1,1 ], "sparks produced by friction between a small steel wheel and a flint" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel lock",1,1,2 ], "a gun having such a lock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel man",1,1,1 ], "a cyclist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel man",1,1,2 ], "a helmsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel of fortune",1,1,1 ], "(in mythology and literature) a revolving device spun by a deity of fate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel of fortune",1,1,1 ], "selecting random changes in the affairs of man|Often shortened to wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel window",1,1,1 ], "another name for rose window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,1 ], "a solid disc, or a circular rim joined to a hub by radial or tangential" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,1 ], "machines" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,1 ], "spokes, that is mounted on a shaft about which it can turn, as in vehicles and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,10 ], "the disc in which the ball is spun in roulette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,11 ], "an informal word for bicycle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,12 ], "a refrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,13 ], "a person of great influence (esp| in the phrase big wheel)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,14 ], "at the wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,14,1 ], "driving or steering a vehicle or vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,14,2 ], "in charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,2 ], "anything like a wheel in shape or function" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,3 ], "a device consisting of or resembling a wheel or having a wheel as its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,3 ], "principal component" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by the) a medieval torture consisting of a wheel to which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,4 ], "the victim was tied and then had his limbs struck and broken by an iron bar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,5 ], "short for wheel of fortune or potter's wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,6 ], "the act of turning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,7 ], "a pivoting movement of troops, ships, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,8 ], "a type of firework coiled to make it rotate when let off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,9 ], "a set of short rhyming lines, usually four or five in number, forming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,1,9 ], "concluding part of a stanza" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,2,1 ], "to turn or cause to turn on or as if on an axis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,2,2 ], "to move or cause to move on or as if on wheels; roll" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,3,1 ], "to perform with or in a circular movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,4,1 ], "to provide with a wheel or wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,5,1 ], "to change one's mind or opinion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,5,2 ], "one's own interests" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheel",1,5,2 ], "wheel and deal| Informal, chiefly U|S| to be a free agent, esp| to advance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelbarrow",1,1,1 ], "a simple vehicle for carrying small loads, typically being an open container" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelbarrow",1,1,1 ], "supported by a wheel at the front and two legs behind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheelbarrow",1,2,1 ], "to convey in a wheelbarrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelbase",1,1,1 ], "the distance between the front and back axles of a motor vehicle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelchair",1,1,1 ], "a special chair mounted on large wheels, for use by invalids or others for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelchair",1,1,1 ], "whom walking is impossible or temporarily inadvisable" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheeled",1,1,1,1 ], "having or equipped with a wheel or wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeled",1,1,1,2 ], "four-wheeled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeler",1,1,1 ], "a horse or other draught animal nearest the wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeler",1,1,2 ], "something equipped with a specified sort or number of wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeler",1,1,3 ], "a person or thing that wheels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeler-dealer",1,1,1 ], "a person who wheels and deals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelhouse",1,1,1 ], "another term for pilot house" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelie",1,1,1 ], "a manoeuvre in which either the front or back pair of wheels is raised off the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelie",1,1,1 ], "ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wheels",1,1,1 ], "the main directing force behind an organization, movement, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheels",1,1,2 ], "an informal word for car" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheels",1,1,3 ], "wheels within wheels| a series of intricately connected events, plots, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelwork",1,1,1 ], "an arrangement of wheels in a machine, esp| a train of gears" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheelwright",1,1,1 ], "a person who makes or mends wheels as a trade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheen",1,1,1 ], "a northern Brit| dialect word for few or some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeze",1,1,1 ], "to breathe or utter (something) with a rasping or whistling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeze",1,1,2 ], "to make or move with a noise suggestive of wheezy breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeze",1,2,1 ], "a husky, rasping, or whistling sound or breathing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeze",1,2,2 ], "a trick, idea, or plan (esp| in the phrase good wheeze)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheeze",1,2,3 ], "a hackneyed joke or anecdote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelk",1,1,1 ], "any carnivorous marine gastropod mollusc of the family Buccinidae, of coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelk",1,1,1 ], "waters and intertidal regions, having a strong snail-like shell" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whelk",2,1,1 ], "a raised lesion on the skin; wheal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelm",1,1,1 ], "to engulf entirely with or as if with water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelm",1,1,2 ], "another word for overwhelm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelp",1,1,1 ], "a young offspring of certain animals, esp| of a wolf or dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelp",1,1,2 ], "a young man or youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelp",1,1,3 ], "a young child" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelp",1,1,4 ], "any of the ridges, parallel to the axis, on the drum of a capstan to keep a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whelp",1,1,4 ], "rope, cable, or chain from slipping" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whelp",1,2,1 ], "(of an animal or, disparagingly, a woman) to give birth to (young)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,1,1,1 ], "at what time over what period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,1,1,2 ], "ask him when he's due" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,1,2 ], "is pouring a drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,1,2 ], "say when| to state when an action is to be stopped or begun, as when someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,2,1 ], "at a time at which; at the time at which; just as; after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,2,2 ], "although" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,2,3 ], "considering the fact that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,3,1 ], "at which (time); over which (period)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "when",1,4,1 ], "a question as to the time of some occurrence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whenas",1,1,1,1 ], "when; whenever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whenas",1,1,1,2 ], "inasmuch as; while" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whenas",1,1,2 ], "whereas; although" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whence",1,1,1 ], "from what place, cause or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whence",1,2,1 ], "from what place, cause, or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whencesoever",1,2,1 ], "Archaic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whencesoever",1,2,2 ], "out of whatsoever place, cause, or origin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whene'er",1,2,1 ], "a poetic contraction of whenever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whensoever",1,2,1 ], "an intensive form of whenever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "where",1,1,1,1 ], "in, at, or to what place, point, or position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "where",1,1,1,2 ], "I don't know where they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "where",1,2,1 ], "in, at, or to which (place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "where",1,3,1 ], "in the place at which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "where",1,4,1 ], "a question as to the position, direction, or destination of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "where",1,4,1 ], "at when",1 ,2 ). c_DEF([ "where'er",1,2,1 ], "a poetic contraction of wherever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereabouts",1,1,1 ], "at what approximate location or place; where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereabouts",1,1,2 ], "about or concerning which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereabouts",1,2,1 ], "the place, esp| the approximate place, where a person or thing is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereafter",1,1,1 ], "sentence connector| after which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereas",1,1,1 ], "but on the other hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereas",1,2,1 ], "(in formal documents to begin sentences) it being the case that; since" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereat",1,1,1 ], "at or to which place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereat",1,2,1 ], "upon which occasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereby",1,1,1 ], "by or because of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereby",1,2,1 ], "how by what means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherefore",1,1,1 ], "an explanation or reason (esp| in the phrase the whys and wherefores)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherefore",1,2,1 ], "for what reason why" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherefore",1,3,1 ], "for which reason: used as an introductory word in legal preambles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherefrom",1,1,1 ], "from what or where whence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherefrom",1,2,1 ], "from which place; whence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherein",1,1,1 ], "in what place or respect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherein",1,2,1 ], "in which place, thing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereinto",1,1,1 ], "into what place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereinto",1,2,1 ], "into which place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereof",1,1,1 ], "of what or which person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereof",1,2,1 ], "of which (person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereon",1,1,1 ], "on what thing or place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereon",1,2,1 ], "on which thing, place, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheresoever",1,3,1 ], "an intensive form of wherever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereto",1,1,1 ], "adv" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereto",1,1,2 ], "towards what (place, end, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereto",1,2,1 ], "to which| Also (archaic): whereunto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereupon",1,1,1 ], "at which; at which point; upon which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whereupon",1,2,1 ], "upon what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherewith",1,1,1 ], "with or by which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherewith",1,1,2 ], "something with which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherewith",1,2,1 ], "with what" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherewith",1,3,1 ], "with or after that; whereupon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherewithal",1,1,1 ], "do something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wherewithal",1,1,1 ], "the wherewithal| necessary funds, resources, or equipment (for something or to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherewithal",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for wherewith 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherrit",1,1,1 ], "to worry or cause to worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherrit",1,2,1 ], "to complain or moan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherrit",2,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherrit",2,2,1 ], "to strike (someone) a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherrit",2,3,1 ], "a blow, esp| a slap on the face; stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherry",1,1,1 ], "Britain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wherry",1,1,1 ], "any of certain kinds of half-decked commercial boats, such as barges, used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wherry",1,1,2 ], "a light rowing boat used in inland waters and harbours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whet",1,1,1 ], "to sharpen, as by grinding or friction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whet",1,1,2 ], "to increase or enhance (the appetite, desire, etc|); stimulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whet",1,2,1 ], "the act of whetting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whet",1,2,2 ], "a person or thing that whets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whetstone",1,1,1 ], "a stone used for sharpening edged tools, knives, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whetstone",1,1,2 ], "something that sharpens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whew",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation or sharply exhaled breath expressing relief, surprise, delight," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whew",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whey",1,1,1 ], "making cheese" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whey",1,1,1 ], "the watery liquid that separates from the curd when the milk is clotted, as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheyface",1,1,1 ], "a pale bloodless face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wheyface",1,1,2 ], "a person with such a face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whf|",1,1,1 ], "wharf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,1,1,1 ], "identified, or distinguished from the other members of a class" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,1,1,1 ], "used with a noun in requesting that its referent be further specified," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,1,1,1 ], "whatever of a class; whichever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,1,1,2 ], "choose which of the cars suits you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,1,1,2 ], "which did you find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,1,1,3 ], "I wondered which apples were cheaper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,2,1 ], "used in relative clauses with inanimate antecedents" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,2,2 ], "antecedents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,2,2 ], "as; and that: used in relative clauses with verb phrases or sentences as their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,2,3 ], "connector" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "which",1,2,3 ], "the which| Archaic| a longer form of which, often used as a sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whichever",1,1,1,1 ], "any (one, two, etc|, out of several)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whichever",1,1,1,1 ], "no matter which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whichever",1,1,1,2 ], "choose whichever appeals to you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whichever",1,1,2 ], "(one or ones)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whichever",1,1,2,2 ], "it won't make any difference, whichever comes first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whichsoever",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or formal word for whichever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whicker",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) to whinny or neigh nicker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whidah",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of whydah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",1,1,1 ], "a passing odour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",1,1,2 ], "a brief gentle gust of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",1,1,3 ], "a single inhalation or exhalation from the mouth or nose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",1,2,1 ], "to come, convey, or go in whiffs; puff or waft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",1,2,2 ], "to take in or breathe out (tobacco smoke, air, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",1,3,1 ], "to sniff or smell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",1,4,1 ], "to have an unpleasant smell; stink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiff",2,1,1 ], "a narrow clinker-built skiff having outriggers, for one oarsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiffle",1,1,1 ], "to think or behave in an erratic or unpredictable way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiffle",1,1,2 ], "to blow or be blown fitfully or in gusts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiffle",1,2,1 ], "to whistle softly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiffler",1,1,1 ], "a person who whiffles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiffler",2,1,1 ], "an attendant who cleared the way for a procession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiffletree",1,1,1 ], "a crossbar in a horse's harness to which the ends of the traces are attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "while away",1,1,1 ], "to pass (time) idly and usually pleasantly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiles",1,1,1 ], "at times; occasionally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiles",1,2,1 ], "while; whilst" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whilom",1,1,1 ], "formerly; once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whilom",1,2,1 ], "one-time; former" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whilst",1,1,1 ], "another word for while 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whim",1,1,1 ], "a sudden, passing, and often fanciful idea;impulsive or irrational thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whim",1,1,2 ], "a horse-drawn winch formerly used in mining to lift ore or water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whimbrel",1,1,1 ], "a small European curlew, Numenius phaeopus, with a striped head" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whimper",1,1,1 ], "to cry, sob, or whine softly or intermittently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whimper",1,1,2 ], "to complain or say (something) in a whining plaintive way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whimper",1,2,1 ], "a soft plaintive whine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whimsical",1,1,1 ], "spontaneously fanciful or playful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whimsical",1,1,2 ], "given to whims; capricious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whimsical",1,1,3 ], "quaint, unusual, or fantastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whin",1,1,1 ], "another name for gorse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whin",2,1,1 ], "short for whinstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whinchat",1,1,1 ], "an Old World songbird, Saxicola rubetra, having a mottled brown-and-white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whinchat",1,1,1 ], "plumage with pale cream underparts: subfamily Turdinae (thrushes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whine",1,1,1 ], "a long high-pitched plaintive cry or moan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whine",1,1,2 ], "a continuous high-pitched sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whine",1,1,3 ], "a peevish complaint, esp| one repeated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whine",1,2,1 ], "to make a whine or utter in a whine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whinge",1,1,1 ], "to cry in a fretful way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whinge",1,1,2 ], "to complain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whinge",1,2,1 ], "a complaint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whinstone",1,1,1 ], "any dark hard fine-grained rock, such as basalt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip bird",1,1,1 ], "any of several birds of the genus Psophodes, esp| P| olivaceus and P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip bird",1,1,1 ], "nigrogularis , having a whistle ending in a whipcrack note" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip bird",1,1,2 ], "any of various other birds, such as Pachycephala pectoralis and P|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip bird",1,1,2 ], "rufiventris" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip graft",1,1,1 ], "a graft made by inserting a tongue cut on the sloping base of the scion into a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip graft",1,1,1 ], "slit on the sloping top of the stock" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip hand",1,1,1 ], "(usually preceded by the)(in driving horses, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip hand",1,1,2 ], "the hand holding the whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip hand",1,1,3 ], "advantage or dominating position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip in",1,1,1 ], "to perform the duties of a whipper-in to a pack of hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip in",1,2,1 ], "to keep (members of a political party, etc|) together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip scorpion",1,1,1 ], "any nonvenomous arachnid of the order Uropygi (or Pedipalpi), typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip scorpion",1,1,1 ], "resembling a scorpion but lacking a sting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip snake",1,1,1 ], "any of several long slender fast-moving nonvenomous snakes of the colubrid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip snake",1,1,1 ], "genus Coluber, such as C| hippocrepis of Eurasia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip snake",1,1,2 ], "any of various other slender nonvenomous snakes, such as Masticophis flagellum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip snake",1,1,2 ], "of the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip up",1,1,1 ], "to excite; arouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip up",1,1,2 ], "to prepare quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,1,1 ], "to strike (a person or thing) with several strokes of a strap, rod, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,10,1 ], "to hoist by means of a rope through a single pulley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,11,1 ], "(in fly-fishing) to cast the fly repeatedly onto (the water) in a whipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,11,1 ], "motion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,12,1 ], "(in sewing) to join, finish, or gather with whipstitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,12,2 ], "and produce expansion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,12,2 ], "to beat (eggs, cream, etc|) with a whisk or similar utensil to incorporate air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,13,1 ], "to spin (a top)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,1 ], "a device consisting of a lash or flexible rod attached at one end to a stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,1 ], "handle and used for driving animals, inflicting corporal punishment, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,10 ], "flexibility, as in the shaft of a golf club, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,11 ], "a ride in a funfair involving bumper cars that move with sudden jerks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,12 ], "a wrestling throw in which a wrestler seizes his opponent's arm and spins him" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,12 ], "to the floor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,13 ], "a fair crack of the whip| Informal| a fair chance or opportunity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,2 ], "a whipping stroke or motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,3 ], "a person adept at handling a whip, as a coachman, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,4 ], "(in a legislative body)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,4,1 ], "a member of a party chosen to organize and discipline the members of his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,4,1 ], "faction, esp| in voting and to assist in the arrangement of the business" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,4,2 ], "a call issued to members of a party, insisting with varying degrees of urgency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,4,2 ], "upon their presence or loyal voting behaviour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,4,3 ], "(in the Brit| Parliament) a schedule of business sent to members of a party," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,4,3 ], "indicating for which items their attendance is most important" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,5 ], "an apparatus for hoisting, consisting of a rope, pulley, and snatch block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,6 ], "any of a variety of desserts made from egg whites or cream beaten stiff," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,6 ], "sweetened, and flavoured with fruit, fruit juice, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,7 ], "a windmill vane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,8 ], "subjected to sudden loads or dynamic excitation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,8 ], "transient elastic movement of a structure or part, such as a shaft, when" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,9 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of two strips of wood, joined forming the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,14,9 ], "shape of a V, and clapped loudly together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,2,1 ], "to punish by striking in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,3,1 ], "to pull, remove, etc|, with sudden rapid motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,4,1 ], "to come, go, etc|, in a rapid sudden manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,4,2 ], "to strike or be struck as if by whipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,5,1 ], "to criticize virulently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,6,1 ], "phrases whip into line and whip into shape)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,6,1 ], "to bring, train, etc|, forcefully into a desired condition (esp| in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,7,1 ], "to overcome or outdo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,8,1 ], "to drive, urge, compel, etc|, by or as if by whipping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,9,1 ], "chafing or fraying" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whip",1,9,1 ], "to wrap or wind (a cord, thread, etc|) around (a rope, cable, etc|) to prevent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipcord",1,1,1 ], "a strong worsted or cotton fabric with a diagonally ribbed surface" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipcord",1,1,2 ], "a closely twisted hard cord used for the lashes of whips, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiplash injury",1,1,1 ], "any injury to the neck resulting from a sudden thrusting forwards and snapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiplash injury",1,1,1 ], "back of the unsupported head| Technical name: hyperextension-hyperflexion injury" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whiplash",1,1,1 ], "a quick lash or stroke of a whip or like that of a whip" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipper-in",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to assist the huntsman managing the hounds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whippersnapper",1,1,1 ], "an insignificant but pretentious or cheeky person, often a young one| Also" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whippersnapper",1,1,1 ], "called: whipster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whippet",1,1,1 ], "a small slender breed of dog similar to a greyhound in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipping boy",1,1,1 ], "a person of little importance who is blamed for the errors, incompetence," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipping boy",1,1,1 ], "etc|, of others, esp| his superiors; scapegoat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whipping cream",1,1,1 ], "cream that contains enough butterfat to allow it to be whipped until stiff" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipping",1,1,1 ], "a thrashing or beating with a whip or similar implement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipping",1,1,2 ], "cord or twine used for binding or lashing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whippletree",1,1,1 ], "a variant of whiffletree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whippoorwill",1,1,1 ], "a nightjar, Caprimulgus vociferus, of North and Central America, having a dark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whippoorwill",1,1,1 ], "plumage with white patches on the tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whips",1,1,1 ], "a large quantity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipstall",1,1,1 ], "a stall in which an aircraft goes into a nearly vertical climb, pauses, slips" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipstall",1,1,1 ], "backwards momentarily, and drops suddenly with its nose down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whipstitch",1,1,1 ], "a sewing stitch passing over an edge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipstitch",1,1,2 ], "an instant; moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipstitch",1,2,1 ], "to sew (an edge) using whipstitch; overcast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipstock",1,1,1 ], "a whip handle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipworm",1,1,1 ], "any of several parasitic nematode worms of the genus Trichuris, esp| T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whipworm",1,1,1 ], "trichiura, having a whiplike body and living in the intestines of mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,1,1 ], "to spin, turn, or revolve or cause to spin, turn, or revolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,2,1 ], "to turn around or away rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,3,1 ], "to have a spinning sensation, as from dizziness, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,3,2 ], "to move or drive or be moved or driven at high speed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,1 ], "movement" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of whirling; swift rotation or a rapid whirling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,2 ], "a condition of confusion or giddiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,3 ], "a swift round, as of events, meetings, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,4 ], "a tumult; stir" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,5 ], "a brief trip, dance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,6 ], "give a whirl| Informal| to attempt or give a trial to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirl",1,4,7 ], "(something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlabout",1,1,1 ], "anything that whirls around; whirligig" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlabout",1,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of whirling around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirligig beetle",1,1,1 ], "any flat-bodied water beetle of the family Gyrinidae, which circles rapidly on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirligig beetle",1,1,1 ], "the surface of the water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whirligig",1,1,1 ], "any spinning toy, such as a top" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirligig",1,1,2 ], "another name for merry-go-round" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirligig",1,1,3 ], "anything that whirls about, spins, or moves in a circular or giddy way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirligig",1,1,4 ], "another name for windmill (the toy)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlpool",1,1,1 ], "a powerful circular current or vortex of water, usually produced by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlpool",1,1,1 ], "conflicting tidal currents or by eddying at the foot of a waterfall" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whirlpool",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a whirlpool in motion or the power to attract into its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlpool",1,1,2 ], "vortex" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whirlwind",1,1,1 ], "a column of air whirling around and towards a more or less vertical axis of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlwind",1,1,1 ], "low pressure, which moves along the land or ocean surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whirlwind",1,1,1,1 ], "a motion or course resembling this, esp| in rapidity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlwind",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlwind",1,1,2 ], "an impetuously active person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whirlybird",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for helicopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whish",1,2,1 ], "a less common word for swish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,1,1 ], "to brush, sweep, or wipe off lightly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,2,1 ], "to move, carry, etc|, with a light or rapid sweeping motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,3,1 ], "to move, go, etc|, quickly and nimbly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,4,1 ], "to whip (eggs, cream, etc|) to a froth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,5,1 ], "the act of whisking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,5,2 ], "a light rapid sweeping movement or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,5,3 ], "a utensil, often incorporating a coil of wires, for whipping eggs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,5,4 ], "a small brush or broom" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisk",1,5,5 ], "a small bunch or bundle, as of grass, straw, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,1 ], "any of the stiff sensory hairs growing on the face of a cat, rat, or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,1 ], "mammal| Technical name: vibrissa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,2 ], "any of the hairs growing on a person's face, esp| on the cheeks or chin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,3 ], "a beard or that part of it growing on the sides of the face" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,4 ], "a moustache" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,5 ], "any light spar used for extending the clews of a sail, esp| in light airs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,6 ], "a very fine filamentary crystal having greater strength than the bulk material" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,6 ], "since they are single crystals| They often show unusual electrical properties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,7 ], "a person or thing that whisks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisker",1,1,8 ], "by a whisker| Informal| by a narrow margin; only just" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiskey sour",1,1,1 ], "a mixed drink of whisky and lime or lemon juice, sometimes sweetened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiskey",1,1,1 ], "whisky made in the U|S| or Ireland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisky mac",1,1,1 ], "a drink consisting of whisky and ginger wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisky",1,1,1 ], "a spirit made by distilling fermented cereals, which is matured and often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisky",1,1,1 ], "blended" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,1,1 ], "the vocal cords" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,1,1 ], "to speak or utter (something) in a soft hushed tone, esp| without vibration of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,2,1 ], "to speak secretly or furtively, as in promoting intrigue, gossip, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,3,1 ], "(of leaves, trees, etc|) to make a low soft rustling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,4,1 ], "to utter or suggest secretly or privately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,5,1 ], "a low soft voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,5,2 ], "something uttered in such a voice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,5,3 ], "a low soft rustling sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,5,4 ], "a trace or suspicion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whisper",1,5,5 ], "a rumour or secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whispering campaign",1,1,1 ], "discredit a person, group, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whispering campaign",1,1,1 ], "the organized diffusion by word of mouth of defamatory rumours designed to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whispering gallery",1,1,1 ], "a gallery or dome with acoustic characteristics such that a sound made at one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whispering gallery",1,1,1 ], "point is audible at distant points" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whist",1,1,1 ], "a card game for four in which the two sides try to win the balance of the 13" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whist",1,1,1 ], "tricks: forerunner of bridge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whist",2,1,1 ], "hush! be quiet!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whist",2,2,1 ], "silent or still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whist",2,3,1 ], "to make or become silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle for",1,1,1 ], "to seek or expect in vain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,1,1 ], "a narrow constriction most easily formed by the pursed lips" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,1,1 ], "to produce (shrill or flutelike musical sounds), as by passing breath through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,2,1 ], "to signal, summon, or command by whistling or blowing a whistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,2,2 ], "(of a kettle, train, etc|) to produce (a shrill sound) caused by the emission" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,2,2 ], "of steam through a small aperture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,3,1 ], "to move with a whistling sound caused by rapid passage through the air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,3,2 ], "(of animals, esp| birds) to emit (a shrill sound) resembling human whistling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,1 ], "a device for making a shrill high-pitched sound by means of air or steam under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,1 ], "pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,2 ], "a shrill sound effected by whistling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,3 ], "a whistling sound, as of a bird, bullet, the wind, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,4 ], "a signal, warning, command, etc|, transmitted by or as if by a whistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,5 ], "the act of whistling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,6 ], "any pipe that is blown down its end and produces sounds on the principle of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,6 ], "flue pipe, usually having as a mouthpiece a fipple cut in the side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,7 ], "wet one's whistle| Informal| to take a drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,8 ], "blow the whistle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,9 ], "(usually foll| by on)U|S| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,9,1 ], "to inform (on)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistle",1,4,9,2 ], "to bring a stop (to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that whistles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,2 ], "an atmospheric disturbance picked up by radio receivers, characterized by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,2 ], "produced by lightning" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,2 ], "whistling sound of decreasing pitch| It is caused by the electromagnetic radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,3 ], "any of various birds having a whistling call, such as certain Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,3 ], "flycatchers (see thickhead ,2) and the goldeneye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,4 ], "any of various North American marmots of the genus Marmota, esp| M| caligata" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistler",1,1,5 ], "a horse affected with whistling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistling swan",1,1,1 ], "a white North American swan, Cygnus columbianus, with a black bill and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistling swan",1,1,1 ], "straight neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whistling",1,1,1 ], "a breathing defect of horses characterized by a high-pitched sound with each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whistling",1,1,1 ], "intake of air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whit",1,1,1 ], "the smallest particle iota jot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white admiral",1,1,1 ], "a nymphalid butterfly, Limenitis camilla, of Eurasia, having brown wings with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white admiral",1,1,1 ], "white markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white alkali",1,1,1 ], "refined sodium carbonate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white alkali",1,1,2 ], "any of several mineral salts, esp| sodium sulphate, sodium chloride, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white alkali",1,1,2 ], "conditions" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "white alkali",1,1,2 ], "magnesium sulphate, that often appear on the surface of soils as a whitish layer in dry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white ant",1,1,1 ], "another name for termite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white area",1,1,1 ], "an area of land for which no specific planning proposal has been adopted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white bear",1,1,1 ], "another name for polar bear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white birch",1,1,1 ], "and the paper birch of North America" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white birch",1,1,1 ], "any of several birch trees with white bark, such as the silver birch of Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white blood cell",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for leucocyte" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white book",1,1,1 ], "an official government publication in some countries" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white bryony",1,1,1 ], "North Africa, having greenish flowers and red berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white bryony",1,1,1 ], "a climbing herbaceous cucurbitaceous plant, Bryonia dioica, of Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white cedar",1,1,1 ], "a coniferous tree, Chamaecyparis thyoides, of swampy regions in North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white cedar",1,1,1 ], "having scalelike leaves and boxlike cones: family Cupressaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white cedar",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree, which is used for building boats, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white cedar",1,1,3 ], "a coniferous tree, Thuja occidentalis, of NE North America, having scalelike" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white cedar",1,1,3 ], "leaves: family Cupressaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white cedar",1,1,4 ], "the wood of this tree, much used for telegraph poles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white clover",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian clover plant, Trifolium repens, with rounded white flower heads:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white clover",1,1,1 ], "cultivated as a forage plant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white coal",1,1,1 ], "water, esp| when flowing and providing a potential source of usable power" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white currant",1,1,1 ], "a cultivated N temperate shrub, Ribes sativum, having small rounded white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white currant",1,1,1 ], "edible berries: family Grossulariaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white dwarf",1,1,1 ], "final stage in a star's evolution" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "white dwarf",1,1,1 ], "kg/m%3) known to cause an Einstein shift of spectral lines| It is thought to mark the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white dwarf",1,1,1 ], "one of a large class of small faint stars of enormous density (on average 10%8" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white elephant",1,1,1 ], "a rare albino or pale grey variety of the Indian elephant, regarded as sacred" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white elephant",1,1,1 ], "in parts of S Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white elephant",1,1,2 ], "a possession that is unwanted by its owner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white elephant",1,1,3 ], "an elaborate venture, construction, etc|, that proves useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white elephant",1,1,4 ], "a rare or valuable possession the upkeep of which is very expensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white feather",1,1,1 ], "a symbol or mark of cowardice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white feather",1,1,2 ], "show the white feather| to act in a cowardly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white flag",1,1,1 ], "a truce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white flag",1,1,1 ], "a white flag or a piece of white cloth hoisted to signify surrender or request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white flint",1,1,1 ], "another name for flint ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white fox",1,1,1 ], "another name for arctic fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white friar",1,1,1 ], "a Carmelite friar, so called because of the white cloak that forms part of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white friar",1,1,1 ], "habit of this order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white frost",1,1,1 ], "another term for hoarfrost" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white gold",1,1,1 ], "any of various white lustrous hard-wearing alloys containing gold together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white gold",1,1,1 ], "copper: used in jewellery" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "white gold",1,1,1 ], "with platinum and palladium and sometimes smaller amounts of silver, nickel, or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white goods",1,1,1 ], "household linen such as sheets, towels, tablecloths, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white goods",1,1,2 ], "large household appliances, such as refrigerators, cookers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white gum",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australian eucalyptus trees with whitish bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white heat",1,1,1 ], "intense heat or a very high temperature, characterized by emission of white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white heat",1,1,1 ], "light" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white heat",1,1,2 ], "a state of intense excitement or activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white hope",1,1,1 ], "a person who is expected to bring honour or glory to his group, team, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white horse",1,1,1 ], "the Neolithic, Bronze, or Iron Ages, such as that at Uffington, Berkshire" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white horse",1,1,1 ], "the outline of a horse carved into the side of a chalk hill, usually dating to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white horse",1,1,2 ], "a wave with a white broken crest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white lead ore",1,1,1 ], "another name for cerussite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white lead",1,1,1 ], "a white solid usually regarded as a mixture of lead carbonate and lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white lead",1,1,1 ], "hydroxide; basic lead carbonate: used in paint and in making putty and ointments for the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white lead",1,1,1 ], "treatment of burns| Formula: 2PbCO3|Pb(OH)2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "white lead",1,1,2 ], "either of two similar white pigments based on lead sulphate or lead silicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white lead",1,1,3 ], "a type of putty made by mixing white lead with boiled linseed oil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white leather",1,1,1 ], "it white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white leather",1,1,1 ], "leather that has been treated with a chemical, such as alum or salt, to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white leg",1,1,1 ], "another name for milk leg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white lie",1,1,1 ], "a minor or unimportant lie, esp| one uttered in the interests of tact or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white lie",1,1,1 ], "politeness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white light",1,1,1 ], "equal intensities, as in sunlight or the light from white-hot solids" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white light",1,1,1 ], "light that contains all the wavelengths of visible light at approximately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white line",1,1,1 ], "a line or strip of white in the centre of a road to separate traffic going in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white line",1,1,1 ], "different directions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white line",1,1,2 ], "a line of spaces without letters or other characters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white line",1,1,3 ], "a white lamination in the hoof of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white matter",1,1,1 ], "myeliated nerve fibres| Technical name: substantia alba" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white matter",1,1,1 ], "the whitish tissue of the brain and spinal cord, consisting mainly of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white meat",1,1,1 ], "any meat that is light in colour, such as veal or the breast of turkey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white metal",1,1,1 ], "any of various alloys, such as Babbitt metal, used for bearings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white mustard",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian cruciferous plant, Brassica hirta (or Sinapis alba), having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white mustard",1,1,1 ], "clusters of yellow flowers and pungent seeds from which the condiment mustard is made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white noise",1,1,1 ], "frequencies of uniform intensity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white noise",1,1,1 ], "sound or electrical noise that has a relatively wide continuous range of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white oak",1,1,1 ], "a large oak tree, Quercus alba, of E North America, having pale bark, leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white oak",1,1,1 ], "with rounded lobes, and heavy light-coloured wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white oak",1,1,2 ], "any of several other oaks, such as the roble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white paper",1,1,1 ], "Britain, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, which sets out the government's policy on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white paper",1,1,1 ], "a matter that is or will come before Parliament" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "white paper",1,1,1 ], "an official government report in any of a number of countries, including" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white pepper",1,1,1 ], "a condiment, less pungent than black pepper, made from the husked dried beans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white pepper",1,1,1 ], "of the pepper plant Piper nigrum, used either whole or ground" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white pine",1,1,1 ], "a North American coniferous tree, Pinus strobus, having blue-green needle-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white pine",1,1,1 ], "leaves, hanging brown cones, and rough bark: family Pinaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white pine",1,1,2 ], "the light-coloured wood of this tree, much used commercially" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white plague",1,1,1 ], "tuberculosis of the lungs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white poplar",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian salicaceous tree, Populus alba, having leaves covered with dense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white poplar",1,1,1 ], "silvery-white hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white poplar",1,1,2 ], "another name for tulipwood ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white potato",1,1,1 ], "another name for potato ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white pudding",1,1,1 ], "a kind of sausage made like black pudding but without pigs' blood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white rainbow",1,1,1 ], "another name for fogbow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white rat",1,1,1 ], "a white variety of the brown rat (Rattus norvegicus), used extensively in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white rat",1,1,1 ], "scientific research" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white rose",1,1,1 ], "a widely used emblem or badge of the House of York" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white sale",1,1,1 ], "a sale of household linens at reduced prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white sapphire",1,1,1 ], "a white pure variety of corundum, used as a gemstone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white sauce",1,1,1 ], "a thick sauce made from flour, butter, seasonings, and milk or stock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white slave",1,1,1 ], "a girl or woman forced or sold into prostitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white spirit",1,1,1 ], "a colourless liquid obtained from petroleum and used as a substitute for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white spirit",1,1,1 ], "turpentine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white spruce",1,1,1 ], "a N North American spruce tree, Picea glauca, having grey bark, pale brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white spruce",1,1,1 ], "oblong cones, and bluish-green needle-like leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white squall",1,1,1 ], "a violent highly localized weather disturbance at sea, in which the surface of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white squall",1,1,1 ], "the water is whipped to a white spray by the winds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white tie",1,1,1 ], "a white bow tie worn as part of a man's formal evening dress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white tie",1,1,1,1 ], "formal evening dress for men" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white tie",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white vitriol",1,1,1 ], "another name for zinc sulphate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white walnut",1,1,1 ], "another name for butternut 4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white water",1,1,1 ], "a stretch of water with a broken foamy surface, as in rapids" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white water",1,1,2 ], "light-coloured sea water, esp| over shoals or shallows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white whale",1,1,1 ], "Monodontidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white whale",1,1,1 ], "a small white toothed whale, Delphinapterus leucas, of northern waters: family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,1 ], "having no hue due to the reflection of all or almost all incident light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,10 ], "counterrevolutionary, very conservative, or royalist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,11 ], "blank, as an unprinted area of a page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,12 ], "(of wine) made from pale grapes or from black grapes separated from their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,12 ], "skins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,12,1 ], "(of coffee or tea)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,13 ], "with milk or cream" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,13,2 ], "(of bread) made with white flour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,14 ], "frequency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,14 ], "having or characterized by a continuous distribution of energy, wavelength, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,15 ], "honourable or generous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,16 ], "(of armour) made completely of iron or steel (esp| in the phrase white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,16 ], "harness)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,17 ], "morally unblemished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,18 ], "(of times, seasons, etc|) auspicious favourable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,19 ], "having a fair complexion; blond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,2 ], "(of light, such as sunlight) consisting of all the colours of the spectrum or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,2 ], "blue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,2 ], "produced by certain mixtures of three additive primary colours, such as red, green, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,20 ], "bleed white| to deprive slowly of resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,3 ], "comparatively white or whitish-grey in colour or having parts of this colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,4 ], "(of an animal) having pale-coloured or white skin, fur, or feathers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,5 ], "bloodless or pale, as from pain, emotion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,6 ], "(of hair, a beard, etc|) silvery or grey, usually from age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,7 ], "benevolent or without malicious intent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,8 ], "colourless or transparent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,1,9 ], "capped with or accompanied by snow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,1 ], "a white colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,10 ], "in the white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,11 ], "(of wood or furniture) left unpainted or unvarnished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,2 ], "the condition or quality of being white; whiteness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,3 ], "the white or lightly coloured part or area of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,4 ], "(usually preceded by the) the viscous fluid that surrounds the yolk of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,4 ], "bird's egg, esp| a hen's egg; albumen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,5 ], "the white part (sclera) of the eyeball" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,6 ], "and P| rapae , having white wings with scanty black markings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,6 ], "any of various butterflies of the family Pieridae, such as Pieris brassicae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,6,1 ], "a white or light-coloured piece or square|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,6,2 ], "the player playing with such pieces" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,7 ], "anything that has or is characterized by a white colour, such as a white paint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,7 ], "or pigment, a white cloth, a white ball in billiards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,8 ], "an unprinted area of a page" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,8,1 ], "the outer ring of the target, having the lowest score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,8,2 ], "a shot or arrow hitting this ring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,2,9 ], "fairness of complexion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,3,1 ], "(usually foll| by out) to create or leave white spaces in (printed or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,3,1 ], "matter)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white",1,3,2 ], "to make or become white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-collar",1,1,1 ], "employed in professional and clerical occupations" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white-collar",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating nonmanual and usually salaried workers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-eye",1,1,1 ], "a greenish plumage with a white ring around each eye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white-eye",1,1,1 ], "any songbird of the family Zosteropidae of Africa, Australia, and Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-eye",1,1,2 ], "any of certain other birds having a white ring or patch around the eye" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-footed mouse",1,1,1 ], "Central America, having brownish fur with white underparts: family Cricetidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "white-footed mouse",1,1,1 ], "any of various mice of the genus Peromyscus, esp| P| leucopus, of North and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-hot",1,1,1 ], "at such a high temperature that white light is emitted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-hot",1,1,2 ], "in a state of intense emotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-livered",1,1,1 ], "lacking in spirit or courage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-livered",1,1,2 ], "pallid and unhealthy in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-slaver",1,1,1 ], "a person who procures or forces women to become prostitutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-tailed deer",1,1,1 ], "a deer, Odocoileus virginianus, of North America and N South America: the coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "white-tailed deer",1,1,1 ], "varies in colour, being typically reddish-brown in the summer, and the tail is white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitebait",1,1,1 ], "delicacy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitebait",1,1,1 ], "the edible young of herrings, sprats, etc|, cooked and eaten whole as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitebait",1,1,2 ], "Pacific" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whitebait",1,1,2 ], "and New Zealand and Allosmerus elongatus of North American coastal regions of the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitebait",1,1,2 ], "any of various small silvery fishes, such as Galaxias attenuatus of Australia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitebeam",1,1,1 ], "a N temperate rosaceous tree, Sorbus aria, having leaves that are densely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitebeam",1,1,1 ], "hairy on the undersurface and hard timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitecap",1,1,1 ], "a wave with a white broken crest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitecap",1,1,2 ], "a member of a vigilante organization that attempts to control a community" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whited sepulchre",1,1,1 ], "a hypocrite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitedamp",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of poisonous gases, mainly carbon monoxide, occurring in coal mines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitefish",1,1,1 ], "Coregonidae, typically of deep cold lakes of the N hemisphere, having large silvery scales" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitefish",1,1,1 ], "and a small head" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whitefish",1,1,1 ], "any herring-like salmonoid food fish of the genus Coregonus and family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitefish",1,1,2 ], "(in the Brit| fishing industry) any edible marine fish or invertebrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitefish",1,1,2 ], "excluding herrings but including trout, salmon, and all shellfish" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitefly",1,1,1 ], "any hemipterous insect of the family Aleyrodidae, typically having a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitefly",1,1,1 ], "covered with powdery wax| Many are pests of greenhouse crops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whiten",1,1,1 ], "to make or become white or whiter; bleach" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whites",1,1,1 ], "household linen or cotton goods, such as sheets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whites",1,1,2 ], "white or off-white clothing, such as that worn for playing cricket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whites",1,1,3 ], "an informal name for leucorrhoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitesmith",1,1,1 ], "a person who finishes and polishes metals, particularly tin plate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitesmith",1,1,1 ], "galvanized iron" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitethorn",1,1,1 ], "another name for hawthorn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitethroat",1,1,1 ], "either of two Old World warblers, Sylvia communis or S| curruca , having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitethroat",1,1,1 ], "greyish-brown plumage with a white throat and underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitewall",1,1,1 ], "a pneumatic tyre having white sidewalls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,1,1 ], "a substance used for whitening walls and other surfaces, consisting of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,1,1 ], "suspension of lime or whiting in water, often with other substances, such as size, added" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,1,2 ], "deceptive or specious words or actions intended to conceal defects, gloss over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,1,2 ], "failings, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,1,3 ], "a game in which the loser fails to score" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,2,1 ], "to cover or whiten with whitewash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,2,2 ], "to conceal, gloss over, or suppress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewash",1,2,3 ], "to defeat (someone) in a game by preventing him from scoring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewood",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees with light-coloured wood, such as the tulip tree," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitewood",1,1,1 ], "basswood, and cottonwood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whitewood",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitey",1,1,1 ], "(used contemptuously by Negroes) a white man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whither",1,1,1 ], "to what place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whither",1,1,2 ], "to what end or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whither",1,2,1 ], "to whatever place, purpose, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whithersoever",1,2,1 ], "to whichever place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitherward",1,1,1 ], "in which direction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiting",1,1,1 ], "an important gadoid food fish, Merlangius (or Gadus)merlangus, of European" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiting",1,1,1 ], "seas, having a dark back with silvery sides and underparts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whiting",1,1,2 ], "American Atlantic waters, and any of several Atlantic sciaenid fishes of the genus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whiting",1,1,2 ], "Menticirrhus" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whiting",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar fishes, such as Merluccius bilinearis, a hake of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiting",1,1,3 ], "any of several marine food fishes of the genus Sillago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiting",1,1,4 ], "whiting pout| another name for bib (the fish)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whitlow",1,1,1 ], "any pussy inflammation of the end of a finger or toe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whittle",1,1,1 ], "knife" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whittle",1,1,1 ], "to cut or shave strips or pieces from (wood, a stick, etc|), esp| with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whittle",1,2,1 ], "to make or shape by paring or shaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whittle",1,3,1 ], "to reduce, destroy, or wear away gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whittle",1,4,1 ], "a knife, esp| a large one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whittlings",1,1,1 ], "chips or shavings whittled off from an object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whity",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of whitey" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whity",1,2,1,1 ], "whitish in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz kid",1,1,1 ], "a person who is pushing, enthusiastic, and outstandingly successful for his or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz kid",1,1,1 ], "her age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whiz",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a loud humming or buzzing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz",1,2,1 ], "to move or go rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz",1,3,1 ], "a loud humming or buzzing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz",1,3,2 ], "a person who is extremely skilful at some activity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz-bang",1,1,1 ], "a small-calibre World War I shell that, when discharged, travelled so that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whiz-bang",1,1,1 ], "if at all, before the sound of its explosion" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whiz-bang",1,1,1 ], "when fired in a flat trajectory the sound of its flight was heard only an instant," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whiz-bang",1,2,1 ], "excellent or first-rate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who",1,1,1 ], "which person what person used in direct and indirect questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who",1,1,2 ], "used to introduce relative clauses with antecedents referring to human beings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who",1,1,3 ], "the one or ones who; whoever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who",1,1,4 ], "who's who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who",1,1,4,1 ], "the identity of individual, esp| important, people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who",1,1,4,2 ], "a book or list containing the names and short biographies of prominent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who",1,1,4,2 ], "persons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "who's",1,1,1 ], "contraction of who is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who-does-what",1,1,1 ], "(of a dispute, strike, etc|) relating to the separation of kinds of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "who-does-what",1,1,1 ], "performed by different trade unions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whoa",1,1,1 ], "a command used esp| to horses to stop or slow down" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whodunit",1,1,1 ], "a novel, play, etc|, concerned with a crime, usually murder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoever",1,1,1 ], "any person who; anyone that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoever",1,1,2 ], "no matter who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoever",1,1,3 ], "an intensive form of who, used in questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoever",1,1,4 ], "an unknown or unspecified person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole blood",1,1,1 ], "blood obtained from a donor for transfusion from which none of the elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole blood",1,1,1 ], "has been removed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whole gale",1,1,1 ], "a wind of force ten on the Beaufort scale, seldom experienced inland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole hog",1,1,1 ], "the whole or total extent (esp| in the phrase go the whole hog)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole milk",1,1,1 ], "milk from which no constituent has been removed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole note",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| name for semibreve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole number",1,1,1 ], "an integer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole number",1,1,2 ], "a natural number" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole tone",1,1,1 ], "an interval of two semitones; a frequency difference of 200 cents in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole tone",1,1,1 ], "system of equal temperament| Often shortened to tone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,1 ], "containing all the component parts necessary to form a total; complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,2 ], "constituting the full quantity, extent, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,3 ], "uninjured or undamaged" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,4 ], "healthy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,5 ], "having no fractional or decimal part; integral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,6 ], "of, relating to, or designating a relationship established by descent from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,6 ], "same parents; full" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,1,7 ], "out of whole cloth| U|S| informal| entirely without a factual basis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,2,1 ], "in an undivided or unbroken piece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,3,1 ], "all the parts, elements, etc|, of a thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,3,2 ], "an assemblage of parts viewed together as a unit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,3,3 ], "a thing complete in itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,3,4 ], "as a whole| considered altogether; completely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,3,5 ], "on the whole" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,3,5,1 ], "taking all things into consideration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole",1,3,5,2 ], "in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole-tone scale",1,1,1 ], "chromatic semitone apart and proceeding upwards or downwards in whole tones for an" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whole-tone scale",1,1,1 ], "either of two scales produced by commencing on one of any two notes a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whole-tone scale",1,1,1 ], "octave| Such a scale, consisting of six degrees to the octave, is used by Debussy and" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whole-tone scale",1,1,1 ], "subsequent composers" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "whole-wheat",1,1,1 ], "another term (esp| U|S|) for wholemeal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholefood",1,1,1,1 ], "food that has been refined or processed as little as possible and is eaten in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholefood",1,1,1,1 ], "its natural state, such as brown rice, wholemeal flour, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wholefood",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholehearted",1,1,1 ], "done, acted, given, etc|, with total sincerity, enthusiasm, or commitment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholemeal",1,1,1 ], "(of flour, bread, etc|) made from the entire wheat kernel|U|S| term:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholemeal",1,1,1 ], "whole-wheat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,1,1 ], "manufacturers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,1,1 ], "sold to final consumers but in smaller quantities than they are purchased from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,1,1 ], "the business of selling goods to retailers in larger quantities than they are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,1,2 ], "at wholesale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,1,2,1 ], "in large quantities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,1,2,2 ], "at wholesale prices" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or engaged in such business" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,2,2 ], "made, done, etc|, on a large scale or without discrimination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,3,1 ], "on a large scale or without discrimination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesale",1,4,1 ], "to sell (goods) at wholesale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesome",1,1,1 ], "conducive to health or physical wellbeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesome",1,1,2 ], "conducive to moral wellbeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholesome",1,1,3 ], "characteristic or suggestive of health or wellbeing, esp| in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholism",1,1,1 ], "a variant of holism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholly",1,1,1 ], "completely, totally, or entirely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wholly",1,1,2 ], "without exception; exclusively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whom",1,1,1 ], "the objective form of who, used when who is not the subject of its own clause" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whomever",1,1,1 ], "the objective form of whoever: I'll hire whomever I can find" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,1,1 ], "to utter (speech) with loud cries, as of enthusiasm or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,1,2 ], "to cough convulsively with a crowing sound made at each inspiration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,1,3 ], "(of certain birds) to utter (a hooting cry)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,2,1 ], "to urge on or call with or as if with whoops" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,2,2 ], "(w$up, wu$:p)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,2,3 ], "whoop it up| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,2,3,1 ], "to indulge in a noisy celebration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,2,3,2 ], "to arouse enthusiasm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,3,1 ], "a loud cry, esp| one expressing enthusiasm or excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,3,2 ], "the convulsive crowing sound made during a paroxysm of whooping cough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoop",1,3,3 ], "not worth a whoop| Informal| worthless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoopee",1,1,1 ], "(w$u!pi$:)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoopee",1,1,2 ], "an exclamation of joy, excitement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoopee",1,2,1 ], "make whoopee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoopee",1,2,1,1 ], "to engage in noisy merrymaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoopee",1,2,1,2 ], "to make love" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whooper",1,1,1 ], "a large white Old World swan, Cygnus cygnus, having a black bill with a yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whooper",1,1,1 ], "base and a noisy whooping cry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whooping cough",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious disease characterized by coughing spasms that end with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whooping cough",1,1,1 ], "pertussis| Technical name: pertussis" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "whooping cough",1,1,1 ], "shrill crowing sound on inspiration: caused by infection with the bacillus Bordetella" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whooping crane",1,1,1 ], "a rare North American crane, Grus americana, having a white plumage with black" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whooping crane",1,1,1 ], "wings and a red naked face" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whoops",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of surprise, as when a person falls over, or of apology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoosh",1,1,1 ], "a hissing or rushing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoosh",1,2,1 ], "to make or move with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whop",1,1,1 ], "to strike, beat, or thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whop",1,2,1 ], "to defeat utterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whop",1,3,1 ], "to drop or fall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whop",1,4,1 ], "a heavy blow or the sound made by such a blow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whopper",1,1,1 ], "anything uncommonly large of its kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whopper",1,1,2 ], "a big lie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whopping",1,1,1 ], "uncommonly large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whore",1,1,1 ], "a prostitute or promiscuous woman: often a term of abuse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whore",1,2,1 ], "to be or act as a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whore",1,2,2 ], "(of a man) to have promiscuous sexual relations, esp| with prostitutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whore",1,2,3 ], "(often foll| by after) to seek that which is immoral, idolatrous, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoredom",1,1,1 ], "the activity of whoring or state of being a whore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoredom",1,1,2 ], "a biblical word for idolatry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whorehouse",1,1,1 ], "another word for brothel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoremaster",1,1,1 ], "a person who consorts with or procures whores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoremonger",1,1,1 ], "a person who consorts with whores; lecher" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoreson",1,1,1 ], "a bastard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoreson",1,1,2 ], "a scoundrel; wretch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whoreson",1,2,1 ], "vile or hateful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whorl",1,1,1 ], "a radial arrangement of three or more petals, stamens, leaves, etc|, around a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whorl",1,1,1 ], "stem" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whorl",1,1,2 ], "a single turn in a spiral shell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whorl",1,1,3 ], "circular ridges one inside another" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whorl",1,1,3 ], "one of the basic patterns of the human fingerprint, formed by several complete" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whorl",1,1,4 ], "anything shaped like a coil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whortleberry",1,1,1 ], "and (Brit|)blaeberry| a small Eurasian ericaceous shrub, Vaccinium myrtillus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whortleberry",1,1,1 ], "greenish-pink flowers and edible sweet blackish berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whortleberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this shrub" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whortleberry",1,1,3 ], "bog whortleberry| a related plant, V| uliginosum, of mountain regions, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whortleberry",1,1,3 ], "pink flowers and black fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whose",1,1,1,1 ], "of who belonging to who used in direct and indirect questions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whose",1,1,1,2 ], "whose is that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whose",1,1,2 ], "of who; belonging to who; of which; belonging to which: used as a relative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whose",1,1,2 ], "pronoun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "whoso",1,1,1 ], "an archaic word for whoever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whosoever",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or formal word for whoever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whr",1,1,1 ], "watt-hour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whsle|",1,1,1 ], "wholesale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whydah",1,1,1 ], "any of various predominantly black African weaverbirds of the genus Vidua and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "whydah",1,1,1 ], "related genera, the males of which grow very long tail feathers in the breeding season" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wick",1,1,1 ], "a cord or band of loosely twisted or woven fibres, as in a candle, cigarette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wick",1,1,1 ], "lighter, that supplies fuel to a flame by capillary action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wick",1,1,2 ], "get on wick| Brit| slang| to cause irritation to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wick",1,1,3 ], "(a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wick",2,1,1 ], "a village or hamlet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wick",3,1,1 ], "lively or active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wick",3,1,2 ], "alive or crawling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicked",1,1,1,1 ], "morally bad in principle or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicked",1,1,1,2 ], "the wicked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicked",1,1,2 ], "mischievous or roguish, esp| in a playful way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicked",1,1,3 ], "causing injury or harm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicked",1,1,4 ], "troublesome, unpleasant, or offensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicked",1,1,5 ], "done or accomplished with great skill; masterly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicker",1,1,1 ], "a slender flexible twig or shoot, esp| of willow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicker",1,1,2 ], "short for wickerwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicker",1,2,1 ], "made, consisting of, or constructed from wicker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wickerwork",1,1,1,1 ], "a material consisting of wicker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wickerwork",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket maiden",1,1,1 ], "an over in which no runs are scored with the bat and at least one wicket is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket maiden",1,1,1 ], "taken by the bowler" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,1 ], "a small door or gate, esp| one that is near to or part of a larger one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,2 ], "a small window or opening in a door, esp| one fitted with a grating or glass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,2 ], "pane, used as a means of communication in a ticket office, bank, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,3 ], "a small sluicegate, esp| one in a canal lock gate or by a water wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,4 ], "a croquet hoop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,5 ], "either of two constructions, placed 22 yards apart, consisting of three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,5 ], "pointed stumps stuck parallel in the ground with two wooden bails resting on top, at" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,5 ], "which the batsman stands" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,5,2 ], "the strip of ground between these" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,5,3 ], "a batsman's turn at batting or the period during which two batsmen bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,5,4 ], "the act or instance of a batsman being got out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,6 ], "keep wicket| to act as a wicketkeeper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,7 ], "on a good, sticky, etc|, wicket| Informal| in an advantageous, awkward, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicket",1,1,7 ], "situation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wicketkeeper",1,1,1 ], "the player on the fielding side positioned directly behind the wicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wickiup",1,1,1 ], "a hut used by nomadic Indians of the southwestern U|S|, made of brushwood," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wickiup",1,1,1 ], "mats, or grass and having an oval frame" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wickthing",1,1,1 ], "a creeping animal, such as a woodlouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicopy",1,1,1 ], "any of various North American trees, shrubs, or herbaceous plants, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wicopy",1,1,1 ], "leatherwood, various willowherbs, and the basswood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "widdershins",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of withershins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,1 ], "having a great extent from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,2 ], "of vast size or scope; spacious or extensive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,2,1 ], "having a specified extent, esp| from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,2,2 ], "covering or extending throughout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,3 ], "distant or remote from the desired point, mark, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,4 ], "(of eyes) opened fully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,5 ], "loose, full, or roomy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,6 ], "exhibiting a considerable spread, as between certain limits" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,7 ], "another word for lax ,1,4 or open (sense 34)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,1,8 ], "unscrupulous and astute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,2,1 ], "over an extensive area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,2,2 ], "to the full extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,2,3 ], "far from the desired point, mark, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,3,1 ], "(in cricket) a bowled ball that is outside the batsman's reach and scores a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,3,1 ], "run for the batting side" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wide",1,3,2 ], "a wide space or extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-angle lens",1,1,1 ], "a lens system on a camera that can cover an angle of view of 60 degrees or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-angle lens",1,1,1 ], "more and therefore has a fairly small focal length" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wide-awake",1,1,1 ], "fully awake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-awake",1,1,2 ], "keen, alert, or observant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-awake",1,2,1 ], "a hat with a low crown and very wide brim" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-eyed",1,1,1 ], "innocent or credulous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-open",1,1,1 ], "open to the full extent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-open",1,2,1 ], "exposed to attack; vulnerable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-open",1,2,2 ], "uncertain as to outcome" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-open",1,2,3 ], "(of a town or city) lax in the enforcement of certain laws, esp| those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-open",1,2,3 ], "relating to the sale and consumption of alcohol, gambling, the control of vice, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wide-screen",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to a form of film projection in which the screen has greater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wide-screen",1,1,1 ], "width than height" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "widen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become wide or wider" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widespread",1,1,1 ], "extending over a wide area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widespread",1,1,2 ], "accepted by or occurring among many people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widgeon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of wigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widget",1,1,1 ], "any small mechanism or device, the name of which is unknown or temporarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widget",1,1,1 ], "forgotten" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "widgie",1,1,1 ], "a female larrikin or bodgie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow bird",1,1,1 ], "another name for whydah" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow",1,1,1 ], "a woman who has survived her husband, esp| one who has not remarried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow",1,1,2 ], "a woman whose husband frequently leaves her alone to indulge in a sport, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow",1,1,3 ], "a short line at the end of a paragraph, esp| one that occurs as the top line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow",1,1,3 ], "of a page or column" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "widow",1,1,4 ], "(in some card games) an additional hand or set of cards exposed on the table" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow",1,2,1 ], "to cause to become a widow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow",1,2,2 ], "to deprive of something valued or desirable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow's benefit",1,1,1 ], "(in the British National Insurance scheme) a weekly payment made to a widow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow's cruse",1,1,1 ], "an endless or unfailing source of supply" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow's mite",1,1,1 ], "a small contribution given by a person who has very little" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widow's peak",1,1,1 ], "a V-shaped point in the hairline in the middle of the forehead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widower",1,1,1 ], "a man whose wife has died and who has not remarried" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "width",1,1,1 ], "the linear extent or measurement of something from side to side, usually being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "width",1,1,1 ], "the shortest dimension or (for something fixed) the shortest horizontal dimension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "width",1,1,2 ], "the state or fact of being wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "width",1,1,3 ], "a piece or section of something at its full extent from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "width",1,1,4 ], "the distance across a rectangular swimming bath, as opposed to its length" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "widthwise",1,1,1 ], "in the direction of the width; from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wield",1,1,1 ], "to handle or use (a weapon, tool, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wield",1,1,2 ], "to exert or maintain (power or authority)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wield",1,1,3 ], "to rule" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wieldy",1,1,1 ], "wieldier, wieldiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wieldy",1,1,2 ], "easily handled, used, or managed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiener",1,1,1 ], "a kind of smoked beef or pork sausage, similar to a frankfurter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wife swapping",1,1,1,1 ], "the temporary exchange of wives between married couples for sexual relations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wife swapping",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wife",1,1,1 ], "a man's partner in marriage; a married woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wife",1,1,2 ], "an archaic or dialect word for woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wife",1,1,3 ], "take to wife| to marry (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigeon",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian duck, Anas penelope, of marshes, swamps, etc|, the male of which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigeon",1,1,1 ], "has a reddish-brown head and chest and grey and white back and wings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wigeon",1,1,2 ], "American wigeon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigging",1,1,1 ], "a rebuke or reprimand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiggle",1,1,1 ], "to move or cause to move with jerky movements, esp| from side to side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiggle",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wiggling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiggle",1,2,2 ], "get a wiggle on| Slang, chiefly U|S| to hurry up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wight",1,1,1 ], "a human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wight",2,1,1 ], "strong and brave; valiant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigwag",1,1,1 ], "to move (something) back and forth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigwag",1,1,2 ], "to communicate with (someone) by means of a flag semaphore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigwag",1,2,1,1 ], "a system of communication by flag semaphore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigwag",1,2,1,2 ], "the message signalled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigwam",1,1,1 ], "any dwelling of the North American Indians, esp| one made of bark, rushes, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wigwam",1,1,1 ], "skins spread over or enclosed by a set of arched poles lashed together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wigwam",1,1,2 ], "a similar structure for children" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wikiup",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of wickiup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilco",1,1,1 ], "an expression in signalling, telecommunications, etc|, indicating that a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilco",1,1,1 ], "message just received will be complied with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild boar",1,1,1 ], "a wild pig, Sus scrofa, of parts of Europe and central Asia, having a pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild boar",1,1,1 ], "grey to black coat, thin legs, a narrow body, and prominent tusks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild brier",1,1,1 ], "another name for wild rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild carrot",1,1,1 ], "an umbelliferous plant, Daucus carota, of temperate regions, having clusters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild carrot",1,1,1 ], "of white flowers and hooked fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild celery",1,1,1 ], "a strongly scented umbelliferous plant, Apium graveolens, of temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild celery",1,1,1 ], "regions: the ancestor of cultivated celery| Archaic name: smallage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild cherry",1,1,1 ], "another name for sweet cherry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild dog",1,1,1 ], "another name for dingo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild flower",1,1,1 ], "any flowering plant that grows in an uncultivated state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild flower",1,1,2 ], "the flower of such a plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild ginger",1,1,1 ], "a North American plant, Asarum canadense, having a solitary brownish flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild ginger",1,1,1 ], "and an aromatic root: family Aristolochiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "another name for bluebell ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild indigo",1,1,1 ], "any of several North American leguminous plants of the genus Baptisia, esp| B|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild indigo",1,1,1 ], "tinctoria, which has yellow flowers and three-lobed leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild lettuce",1,1,1 ], "Compositae" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "wild lettuce",1,1,1 ], "any of several uncultivated lettuce plants, such as Lactuca serriola (or L|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild lettuce",1,1,1 ], "scariola) of Eurasia and L| canadensis of North America, which grow as weeds and have" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild lettuce",1,1,1 ], "yellow or blue flowers, milky juice in the stem, and prickly leaves: family" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wild lettuce",1,1,2 ], "(composites)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild mustard",1,1,1 ], "another name for charlock ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild oat",1,1,1 ], "any of several temperate annual grasses of the genus Avena, esp| A| fatua," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild oat",1,1,1 ], "that grow as weeds and have long bristles on their flower spikes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild oats",1,1,1 ], "the indiscretions of youth, esp| dissoluteness before settling down (esp| in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild oats",1,1,1 ], "the phrase sow one's wild oats)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild olive",1,1,1 ], "any of various trees or shrubs that resemble the olive tree or bear olive-like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild olive",1,1,1 ], "fruits, esp| the oleaster" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild pansy",1,1,1 ], "and (in the U|S|)Johnny-jump-up| a Eurasian violaceous plant, Viola tricolor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild pansy",1,1,1 ], "having purple, yellow, and pale mauve spurred flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild pansy",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar plants of the genus Viola" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild parsley",1,1,1 ], "any of various uncultivated umbelliferous plants that resemble parsley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild parsnip",1,1,1 ], "a strong-smelling umbelliferous plant, Pastinaca sativa, that has an inedible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild parsnip",1,1,1 ], "root: the ancestor of the cultivated parsnip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild rice",1,1,1 ], "another name for Indian rice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild rose",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous roses, such as the dogrose and sweetbrier, that grow wild and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild rose",1,1,1 ], "have flowers with only one whorl of petals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild rubber",1,1,1 ], "rubber obtained from uncultivated rubber trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild rye",1,1,1 ], "any of various perennial grasses of the N temperate genus Elymus, resembling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild rye",1,1,1 ], "cultivated rye in having paired bristly ears or spikes and flat leaves" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild track",1,1,1 ], "a soundtrack recorded other than with a synchronized picture, usually carrying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild track",1,1,1 ], "sound effects, random dialogue, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild type",1,1,1 ], "natural conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild type",1,1,1 ], "the typical form of a species of organism resulting from breeding under" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,1 ], "(of animals) living independently of man; not domesticated or tame" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,10 ], "reckless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,11 ], "not calculated; random" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,2 ], "(of plants) growing in a natural state; not cultivated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,3 ], "uninhabited or uncultivated; desolate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,4 ], "living in a savage or uncivilized way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,5 ], "lacking restraint or control" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,6 ], "of great violence or intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,7 ], "disorderly or chaotic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,8 ], "dishevelled; untidy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,1,9 ], "in a state of extreme emotional intensity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,2,1 ], "intensely enthusiastic or excited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,2,2 ], "(of a card, such as a joker or deuce in some games) able to be given any value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,2,2 ], "the holder pleases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,3,1 ], "in a wild manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,3,2 ], "run wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,3,2,1 ], "to grow without cultivation or care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,3,2,2 ], "to behave without restraint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,4,1 ], "a desolate, uncultivated, or uninhabited region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,4,2 ], "the wild" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,4,2,1 ], "a free natural state of living" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild",1,4,2,2 ], "the wilderness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild-eyed",1,1,1 ], "glaring in an angry, distracted, or wild manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild-eyed",1,1,2 ], "ill-conceived or totally impracticable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wild-goose chase",1,1,1 ], "an absurd or hopeless pursuit, as of something unattainable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildcat strike",1,1,1 ], "a strike begun by workers spontaneously or without union approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildcatter",1,1,1 ], "a prospector for oil or ores in areas having no proved resources" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildebeest",1,1,1 ], "another name for gnu" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilder",1,1,1 ], "to lead or be led astray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilder",1,1,2 ], "to bewilder or become bewildered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilderness",1,1,1 ], "a wild, uninhabited, and uncultivated region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilderness",1,1,2 ], "any desolate tract or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilderness",1,1,3 ], "a confused mass or collection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilderness",1,1,4 ], "a voice (crying) in the wilderness| a person, group, etc|, making a suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilderness",1,1,4 ], "or plea that is ignored" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wildfire",1,1,1 ], "a highly flammable material, such as Greek fire, formerly used in warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildfire",1,1,1,1 ], "a raging and uncontrollable fire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildfire",1,1,1,2 ], "anything that is disseminated quickly (esp| in the phrase spread like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildfire",1,1,1,2 ], "wildfire)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wildfire",1,1,2 ], "lightning without audible thunder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildfire",1,1,3 ], "another name for will-o'-the-wisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildfowl",1,1,1 ], "any bird that is hunted by man, esp| any duck or similar aquatic bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildfowl",1,1,2 ], "such birds collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilding",1,1,1 ], "an uncultivated plant, esp| the crab apple, or a cultivated plant that has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilding",1,1,1 ], "become wild" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wilding",1,1,2 ], "a wild animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildlife",1,1,1 ], "wild animals and plants collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wildwood",1,1,1 ], "a wood or forest growing in a natural uncultivated state" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wile",1,1,1 ], "trickery, cunning, or craftiness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wile",1,1,2 ], "an artful or seductive trick or ploy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wile",1,2,1 ], "to lure, beguile, or entice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilful",1,1,1 ], "intent on having one's own way; headstrong or obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilful",1,1,2 ], "willed or intentional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,10 ], "what you will| whatever you like" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,11 ], "will do| Informal| a declaration of willingness to do what is requested|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,2 ], "(esp|with you, he, she, it, they, or a noun as subject) to make the future" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,2 ], "tense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,3 ], "to express resolution on the part of the speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,4 ], "to indicate willingness or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,5 ], "to express compulsion, as in commands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,6 ], "to express capacity or ability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,7 ], "to express probability or expectation on the part of the speaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,8 ], "to express customary practice or inevitability" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",1,1,9 ], "to express desire: usually in polite requests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,1 ], "the faculty of conscious and deliberate choice of action; volition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,2 ], "the act or an instance of asserting a choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,2,1 ], "after his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,2,1 ], "the declaration of a person's wishes regarding the disposal of his property" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,2,2 ], "a revocable instrument by which such wishes are expressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,3 ], "anything decided upon or chosen, esp| by a person in authority; desire; wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,4 ], "determined intention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,5 ], "disposition or attitude towards others" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,6 ], "at will| at one's own desire, inclination, or choice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,1,7 ], "with the best will in the world| even with the best of intentions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,2,1 ], "to exercise the faculty of volition in an attempt to accomplish (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,2,2 ], "to give (property) by will to a person, society, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,2,3 ], "to order or decree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,2,4 ], "to choose or prefer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will",2,2,5 ], "to yearn for or desire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will-o'-the-wisp",1,1,1 ], "a pale flame or phosphorescence sometimes seen over marshy ground at night| It" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "will-o'-the-wisp",1,1,1 ], "hydrocarbons originating from decomposing organic matter" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "will-o'-the-wisp",1,1,1 ], "is believed to be due to the spontaneous combustion of methane or other" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "will-o'-the-wisp",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that is elusive or allures and misleads" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willable",1,1,1 ], "able to be wished or determined by the will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willed",1,1,1 ], "having a will as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willemite",1,1,1 ], "It is white, colourless, or coloured by impurities and is found in veins of zinc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willemite",1,1,1 ], "a secondary mineral consisting of zinc silicate in hexagonal crystalline form|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willemite",1,1,1 ], "ore| Formula: Zn2SiO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "willet",1,1,1 ], "(sandpipers, etc|), order Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "willet",1,1,1 ], "a large American shore bird, Catoptrophorus semipalmatus, having a long stout" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willet",1,1,1 ], "bill, long legs, and a grey plumage with black-and-white wings: family Scolopacidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willful",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| spelling of wilful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willies",1,1,1 ], "Slang| nervousness, jitters, or fright (esp| in the phrase give the willies)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willing",1,1,1 ], "favourably disposed or inclined; ready" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willing",1,1,2 ], "cheerfully or eagerly compliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willing",1,1,3 ], "done, given, accepted, etc|, freely or voluntarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "williwaw",1,1,1 ], "a sudden strong gust of cold wind blowing offshore from a mountainous coast," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "williwaw",1,1,1 ], "as in the Strait of Magellan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "williwaw",1,1,2 ], "a state of great turmoil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow grouse",1,1,1 ], "Britain" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "willow grouse",1,1,1 ], "a N European grouse, Lagopus lagopus, with a reddish-brown plumage and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow grouse",1,1,1 ], "wings: now regarded as the same species as the red grouse (L| lagopus scoticus) of" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willow pattern",1,1,1,1 ], "a pattern incorporating a willow tree, river, bridge, and figures, typically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow pattern",1,1,1,1 ], "in blue on a white ground, used on pottery and porcelain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willow pattern",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow tit",1,1,1 ], "a small tit, Parus montanus, of marshy woods in Europe, having a greyish-brown" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow tit",1,1,1 ], "body and dull black crown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willow warbler",1,1,1 ], "an Old World warbler, Phylloscopus trochilis, of Eurasian woodlands" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow",1,1,1 ], "and flowers in catkins" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "willow",1,1,1 ], "any of numerous salicaceous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow",1,1,1 ], "weeping willow and osiers of N temperate regions, which have graceful flexible branches" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willow",1,1,2 ], "the whitish wood of certain of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow",1,1,3 ], "something made of willow wood, such as a cricket or baseball bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow",1,1,4 ], "a machine having a system of revolving spikes for opening and cleaning raw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willow",1,1,4 ], "textile fibres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willowherb",1,1,1 ], "any of various temperate and arctic onagraceous plants of the genus Epilobium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willowherb",1,1,1 ], "having narrow leaves and terminal clusters of pink, purplish, or white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willowherb",1,1,2 ], "short for rosebay willowherb (see rosebay)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willowherb",1,1,3 ], "another name for purple loosestrife (see loosestrife)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willowy",1,1,1 ], "slender and graceful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willowy",1,1,2 ], "flexible or pliant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willowy",1,1,3 ], "covered or shaded with willows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willpower",1,1,1 ], "the ability to control oneself and determine one's actions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willpower",1,1,2 ], "firmness of will" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willy wagtail",1,1,1 ], "a black-and-white flycatcher, Rhipidura leucophrys, having white feathers over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willy wagtail",1,1,1 ], "the brows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "willy-nilly",1,1,1 ], "whether desired or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willy-nilly",1,2,1 ], "occurring or taking place whether desired or not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "willy-willy",1,1,1 ], "a tropical cyclone or duststorm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilt",1,1,1 ], "to become or cause to become limp, flaccid, or drooping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilt",1,1,2 ], "to lose or cause to lose courage, strength, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilt",1,2,1 ], "the act of wilting or state of becoming wilted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilt",1,2,2 ], "any of various plant diseases characterized by permanent wilting, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilt",1,2,2 ], "caused by fungal parasites attacking the roots" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wilt",2,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wilt",2,1,1 ], "present tense (indicative mood) of will'1" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wily",1,1,1 ], "wilier, wiliest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wily",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or proceeding from wiles; sly or crafty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wimble",1,1,1 ], "any of a number of hand tools, such as a brace and bit or a gimlet, used for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wimble",1,1,1 ], "boring holes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wimble",1,2,1 ], "to bore (a hole) with or as if with a wimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wimple",1,1,1 ], "a piece of cloth draped around the head to frame the face, worn by women in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wimple",1,1,1 ], "the Middle Ages and still a part of the habit of some nuns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wimple",1,1,2 ], "a curve or bend, as in a river" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wimple",1,2,1 ], "to ripple or cause to ripple or undulate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wimple",1,3,1 ], "to cover with or put a wimple on|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wimple",1,3,2 ], "(esp| of a veil) to lie or cause to lie in folds or pleats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win out",1,1,1 ], "to succeed or prevail as if in a contest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,1,1 ], "to achieve first place in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,10,1 ], "a success, victory, or triumph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,10,2 ], "profit; winnings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,10,3 ], "the act or fact of reaching the finishing line or post first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,2,1 ], "to gain or receive (a prize, first place, etc|) in a competition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,3,1 ], "to succeed in or gain (something) with an effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,3,2 ], "win one's spurs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,3,2,1 ], "to achieve recognition in some field of endeavour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,3,2,2 ], "History| to be knighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,3,3 ], "to gain victory or triumph in (a battle, argument, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,4,1 ], "to earn or procure (a living, etc|) by work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,5,1 ], "to take possession of, esp| violently; capture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,5,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by out, through, etc|) to reach with difficulty (a desired" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,5,2 ], "condition or position) or become free, loose, etc|, with effort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,6,1 ], "to gain the support or consent of (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,6,2 ], "to turn someone into (a supporter, enemy, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,7,1 ], "to gain (the sympathy, loyalty, etc|) of someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,8,1 ], "to obtain (a woman, etc|) in marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,9,1,1 ], "to extract (ore, coal, etc|) from a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,9,1,2 ], "to extract (metal or other minerals) from ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,9,1,3 ], "to discover and make (a mineral deposit) accessible for mining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,9,2 ], "attempt to overcome difficulties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "win",1,9,2 ], "you can't win| Informal| an expression of resignation after an unsuccessful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",2,1,1 ], "(tr|) Irish and Northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",2,1,2 ], "to dry (grain, hay, peat, etc|) by exposure to sun and air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "win",2,1,3 ], "a less common word for winnow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wince",1,1,1 ], "to start slightly, as with sudden pain; flinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wince",1,2,1 ], "the act of wincing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wince",2,1,1 ], "a roller for transferring pieces of cloth between dyeing vats" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wincey",1,1,1 ], "a plain- or twill-weave cloth, usually having a cotton or linen warp and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wincey",1,1,1 ], "wool filling" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winceyette",1,1,1 ], "a plain-weave cotton fabric with slightly raised two-sided nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winch",1,1,1 ], "a windlass driven by a hand- or power-operated crank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winch",1,1,2 ], "a hand- or power-operated crank by which a machine is driven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winch",1,2,1 ], "to pull (in a rope) or lift (a weight) using a winch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winch",2,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for wince'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winchester",1,1,1 ], "a large cylindrical bottle with a narrow neck used for transporting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winchester",1,1,1 ], "chemicals|It contains about 2|5 litres" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind chest",1,1,1 ], "a box in an organ in which air from the bellows is stored under pressure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind chest",1,1,1 ], "before being supplied to the pipes or reeds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind cone",1,1,1 ], "another name for windsock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind down",1,1,1 ], "to lower or move down by cranking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind down",1,2,1 ], "(of a clock spring) to become slack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind down",1,3,1 ], "to diminish gradually in force or power; relax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind gap",1,1,1 ], "a narrow dry valley on a mountain or ridge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind gauge",1,1,1 ], "another name for anemometer ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind gauge",1,1,2 ], "a scale on a gun sight indicating the amount of deflection necessary to allow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind gauge",1,1,2 ], "for windage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind gauge",1,1,3 ], "a device for measuring the wind pressure in the bellows of an organ" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind harp",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for aeolian harp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind instrument",1,1,1 ], "any musical instrument sounded by the breath, such as the woodwinds and brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind instrument",1,1,1 ], "instruments of an orchestra" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind rose",1,1,1 ], "a diagram with radiating lines showing the frequency and strength of winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind rose",1,1,1 ], "from each direction affecting a specific place" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind scale",1,1,1 ], "a numerical scale of wind force, such as the Beaufort scale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind shake",1,1,1 ], "a crack between the annual rings in wood: caused by strong winds bending the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind shake",1,1,1 ], "tree trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind tee",1,1,1 ], "a large weather vane shaped like a T, located at an airfield to indicate the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind tee",1,1,1 ], "wind direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind tunnel",1,1,1 ], "a chamber for testing the aerodynamic properties of aircraft, aerofoils, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind tunnel",1,1,1 ], "in which a current of air can be maintained at a constant velocity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,1 ], "a current of air, sometimes of considerable force, moving generally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,1 ], "horizontally from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,10 ], "an informal name for flatus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,11 ], "scent of a hunter is carried to his quarry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,11 ], "the air on which the scent of an animal is carried to hounds or on which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,12 ], "between wind and water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,12,1 ], "or by wave action" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,12,1 ], "the part of a vessel's hull below the water line that is exposed by rolling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,12,2 ], "any point particularly susceptible to attack or injury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,13 ], "break wind| to release intestinal gas through the anus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,14 ], "get or have the wind up| Informal| to become frightened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,15 ], "have in the wind| to be in the act of following (quarry) by scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,16 ], "how or which way the wind blows or lies| what appears probable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,17 ], "in the wind| about to happen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,18 ], "in the wind or three sheets in the wind| Informal| intoxicated; drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,19 ], "in the teeth of the wind| directly into the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,2 ], "compass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,2 ], "the direction from which a wind blows, usually a cardinal point of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,20 ], "into the wind| against the wind or upwind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,21 ], "blowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,21 ], "off the wind| Nautical| away from the direction from which the wind is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,22 ], "on the wind| Nautical| as near as possible to the direction from which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,22 ], "wind is blowing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,23 ], "put the wind up| Informal| to frighten or alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,24 ], "raise the wind| Brit| informal| to obtain the necessary funds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,25 ], "sail close or near to the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,25,1 ], "to come near the limits of danger or indecency" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,25,2 ], "to live frugally or manage one's affairs economically" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,26 ], "disconcert or deflate" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,26 ], "take the wind out of someone's sails| to destroy someone's advantage;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,3 ], "air artificially moved, as by a fan, pump, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,4 ], "any sweeping and destructive force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,5 ], "a trend, tendency, or force" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,6 ], "a hint; suggestion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,7 ], "something deemed insubstantial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,8 ], "breath, as used in respiration or talk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,9 ], "(often used in sports) the power to breathe normally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,9,1 ], "a wind instrument or wind instruments considered collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,9,2 ], "the musicians who play wind instruments in an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,1,9,3 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,2,1 ], "to cause (someone) to be short of breath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,2,1,1 ], "to detect the scent of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,2,1,2 ], "to pursue (quarry) by following its scent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",1,2,2 ], "to expose to air, as in drying, ventilating, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,1,1 ], "(often foll| by around, about, or upon) to turn or coil (string, cotton, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,1,1 ], "around some object or point or (of string, etc|) to be turned etc|, around some object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,1,1 ], "or point" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,10,1 ], "to proceed deviously or indirectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,11,1 ], "the act of winding or state of being wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,11,2 ], "a single turn, bend, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,11,3 ], "a twist in a board or plank" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,2,1 ], "to twine, cover, or wreathe by or as if by coiling, wrapping, etc|; encircle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,3,1 ], "to tighten the spring of (a clockwork mechanism)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,4,1 ], "to remove by uncoiling or unwinding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,4,2 ], "to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,5,1 ], "to introduce indirectly or deviously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,6,1 ], "to cause to twist or revolve" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,7,1 ], "to move by cranking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,8,1 ], "to haul, lift, or hoist (a weight, etc|) by means of a wind or windlass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",2,9,1 ], "(of a board, etc|) to be warped or twisted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind",3,1,1 ], "(tr|) Poetic| to blow (a note or signal) on (a horn, bugle, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind-borne",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of plant seeds or pollen) transported by wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind-broken",1,1,1 ], "(of a horse) asthmatic or heaving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind-pollinated",1,1,1 ], "(of certain plants) pollinated by wind-borne pollen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind-sucking",1,1,1 ], "a harmful habit of horses in which the animal arches its neck and swallows a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wind-sucking",1,1,1 ], "gulp of air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,1,1 ], "a deflection of a projectile as a result of the effect of the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,1,2 ], "the degree of such deflection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,1,3 ], "order to compensate for such deflection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,1,3 ], "the extent to which it is necessary to adjust the wind gauge of a gun sight in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,2 ], "the difference between a firearm's bore and the diameter of its projectile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,3 ], "the exposed part of the hull of a vessel responsible for wind resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,4 ], "air" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windage",1,1,4 ], "the retarding force upon a rotating machine resulting from the drag of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windbag",1,1,1 ], "a voluble person who has little of interest to communicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windbag",1,1,2 ], "pipes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windbag",1,1,2 ], "the bag in a set of bagpipes, which provides a continuous flow of air to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windblown",1,1,1 ], "blown by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windblown",1,1,2 ], "(of a woman''s hair style) cut short and combed to look as though it has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windblown",1,1,2 ], "been dishevelled by the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windblown",1,1,3 ], "(of trees, shrubs, etc|) growing in a shape determined by the prevailing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windblown",1,1,3 ], "winds" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windbound",1,1,1 ], "(of a sailing vessel) prevented from sailing by an unfavourable wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windbreak",1,1,1 ], "a fence, line of trees, etc|, serving as a protection from the wind by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windbreak",1,1,1 ], "breaking its force" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windburn",1,1,1 ], "high velocity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windburn",1,1,1 ], "irritation and redness of the skin caused by prolonged exposure to winds of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windcheater",1,1,1 ], "a warm jacket, usually with a close-fitting knitted neck, cuffs, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windcheater",1,1,1 ], "waistband| U|S| name (trademark): Windbreaker " ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winded",1,1,1 ], "out of breath, as from strenuous exercise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winded",1,1,2 ], "having breath or wind as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winder",1,1,1 ], "a person or device that winds, as an engine for hoisting the cages in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winder",1,1,1 ], "shaft or a device for winding the yarn in textile manufacture" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winder",1,1,2 ], "an object, such as a bobbin, around which something is wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winder",1,1,3 ], "a knob or key used to wind up a clock, watch, or similar mechanism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winder",1,1,4 ], "any plant that twists itself around a support" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winder",1,1,5 ], "a step of a spiral staircase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windfall",1,1,1 ], "a piece of unexpected good fortune, esp| financial gain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windfall",1,1,2 ], "something blown down by the wind, esp| a piece of fruit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windfall",1,1,3 ], "a plot of land covered with trees blown down by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windflower",1,1,1 ], "any of various anemone plants, such as the wood anemone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windgall",1,1,1 ], "a soft swelling in the area of the fetlock joint of a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windhover",1,1,1 ], "a dialect name for a kestrel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding sheet",1,1,1 ], "a sheet in which a corpse is wrapped for burial; shroud" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding staircase",1,1,1 ], "another word for spiral staircase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,1 ], "a curving or sinuous course or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,2 ], "anything that has been wound or wrapped around something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,3 ], "a particular manner or style in which something has been wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,4 ], "a curve, bend, or complete turn in wound material, a road, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,5 ], "devious thoughts or behaviour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,6 ], "current can pass, as used in transformers, generators, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,6 ], "one or more turns of wire forming a continuous coil through which an electric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,7 ], "another name for wind ,2,14" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winding",1,1,8 ], "a coil of tubing in certain brass instruments, esp| the French horn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windjammer",1,1,1 ], "a large merchant sailing ship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windjammer",1,1,2 ], "another name for windcheater" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windlass",1,1,1 ], "a machine for raising weights by winding a rope or chain upon a barrel or drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windlass",1,1,1 ], "driven by a crank, motor, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windlass",1,2,1 ], "to raise or haul (a weight, etc|) by means of a windlass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windlestraw",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windlestraw",1,1,2 ], "the dried stalk of any of various grasses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windlestraw",1,1,3 ], "anything weak or feeble, esp| a thin unhealthy person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,1 ], "a machine for grinding or pumping driven by a set of adjustable vanes or sails" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,1 ], "that are caused to turn by the force of the wind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,2 ], "the set of vanes or sails that drives such a mill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,3 ], "a toy consisting of plastic or paper vanes attached to a stick in such a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,3 ], "manner that they revolve like the sails of a windmill|U|S| name: pinwheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,4 ], "an imaginary opponent or evil (esp| in the phrase tilt at or fight windmills)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,5 ], "a small air-driven propeller fitted to a light aircraft to drive auxiliary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,5 ], "equipment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,6 ], "an informal name for helicopter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,1,7 ], "an informal name for propeller ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,2,1 ], "to move or cause to move like the arms of a windmill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,3,1 ], "(of an aircraft propeller, rotor of a turbine, etc|) to rotate as a result of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windmill",1,3,1 ], "the force of a current of air rather than under power" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window box",1,1,1 ], "a long narrow box, placed on or outside a windowsill, in which plants are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window box",1,1,1 ], "grown" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window box",1,1,2 ], "either of a pair of vertical boxes, attached to the sides of a sash window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window box",1,1,2 ], "frame, that enclose a sash cord and counterbalancing weight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window sash",1,1,1 ], "a glazed window frame, esp| one that opens" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window seat",1,1,1 ], "a seat below a window, esp| in a bay window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window seat",1,1,2 ], "a seat beside a window in a bus, train, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,1 ], "a light framework, made of timber, metal, or plastic, that contains glass or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,1 ], "glazed opening frames and is placed in a wall or roof to let in light or air or to see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,1 ], "through" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,2 ], "an opening in the wall or roof of a building that is provided to let in light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,2 ], "or air or to see through" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,3 ], "any opening or structure resembling a window in function or appearance, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,3 ], "as the transparent area of an envelope revealing an address within" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,4 ], "short for launch window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,5 ], "a region of the spectrum in which a medium transmits electromagnetic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,5 ], "radiation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,1,6 ], "of or relating to a window or windows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window",1,2,1 ], "to furnish with or as if with windows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window-dresser",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to design and build up a display in a shop window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window-dressing",1,1,1 ], "the ornamentation of shop windows, designed to attract customers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window-dressing",1,1,2 ], "stressed to conceal the real or unpleasant nature; facade" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "window-dressing",1,1,2 ], "the pleasant, showy, or false aspect of an idea, policy, etc|, which is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "window-shop",1,1,1 ], "(intr|) to look at goods in shop windows without buying them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windowpane",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of glass in a window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windowsill",1,1,1 ], "a sill below a window" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windpipe",1,1,1 ], "a nontechnical name for trachea ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windrow",1,1,1 ], "a long low ridge or line of hay or a similar crop, designed to achieve the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windrow",1,1,1 ], "best conditions for drying or curing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windrow",1,1,2 ], "a line of leaves, snow, dust, etc|, swept together by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windrow",1,2,1 ], "to put (hay or a similar crop) into windrows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windsail",1,1,1 ], "a sail rigged as an air scoop over a hatch or companionway to catch breezes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windsail",1,1,1 ], "and divert them below" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windsail",1,1,2 ], "any of the vanes or sails of a windmill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windscreen wiper",1,1,1 ], "an electrically operated blade with a rubber edge that wipes a windscreen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windscreen wiper",1,1,1 ], "clear of rain, snow, etc| U|S| name: windshield wiper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windscreen",1,1,1 ], "the front window| U|S| name: windshield" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windscreen",1,1,1 ], "the sheet of flat or curved glass that forms a window of a motor vehicle, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windshield",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for windscreen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windshield",1,1,2 ], "an object designed to shield something from the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windsock",1,1,1 ], "a truncated cone of textile mounted on a mast so that it is free to rotate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windsock",1,1,1 ], "about a vertical axis: used, esp| at airports, to indicate the local wind direction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "windstorm",1,1,1 ], "a storm consisting of violent winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windswept",1,1,1 ], "open to or swept by the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windswept",1,1,2 ], "another word for windblown ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windward",1,1,1 ], "of, in, or moving to the quarter from which the wind blows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windward",1,1,2 ], "to windward of| advantageously situated with respect to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windward",1,2,1 ], "the windward point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windward",1,2,2 ], "the side towards the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windward",1,3,1 ], "towards the wind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windy",1,1,1 ], "windier, windiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windy",1,1,2 ], "of, characterized by, resembling, or relating to wind; stormy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windy",1,1,3 ], "swept by or open to powerful winds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windy",1,1,4 ], "marked by or given to empty, prolonged, and often boastful speech; bombastic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windy",1,1,5 ], "void of substance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windy",1,1,6 ], "an informal word for flatulent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "windy",1,1,7 ], "afraid; frightened; nervous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine bar",1,1,1 ], "a bar in a restaurant, etc|, or an establishment in which alcoholic liquor," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine bar",1,1,1 ], "esp| wine, is sold" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wine cellar",1,1,1 ], "a place, such as a dark cool cellar, where wine is stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine cellar",1,1,2 ], "the stock of wines stored there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine cooler",1,1,1 ], "a bucket-like vessel containing ice in which a bottle of wine is placed to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine cooler",1,1,1 ], "cooled" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wine gallon",1,1,1 ], "a former unit of capacity equal to 231 cubic inches" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine palm",1,1,1 ], "any of various palm trees, the sap of which is used, esp| when fermented, as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine palm",1,1,1 ], "drink" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,1,1 ], "a dark red colour, sometimes with a purplish tinge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,1,1 ], "an alcoholic drink produced by the fermenting of grapes with water and sugar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,1,2 ], "an alcoholic drink produced in this way from other fruits, flowers, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,1,2 ], "as adj" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,2 ], "anything resembling wine in its intoxicating or invigorating effect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,3 ], "fermented grape juice containing medicaments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,4 ], "Adam's wine| Brit| a dialect word for water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,5 ], "established order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,1,5 ], "new wine in old bottles| something new added to or imposed upon an old or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,2,1 ], "to drink wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wine",1,2,2 ], "wine and dine| to entertain or be entertained with wine and fine food" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winebibber",1,1,1 ], "a person who drinks a great deal of wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wineglass",1,1,1 ], "a glass drinking vessel, typically having a small bowl on a stem, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wineglass",1,1,1 ], "flared foot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wineglass",1,1,2 ], "the amount that such a glass will hold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winepress",1,1,1 ], "any equipment used for squeezing the juice from grapes in order to make wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winery",1,1,1 ], "a place where wine is made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wineskin",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a sheep or goat sewn up and used as a holder for wine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing and wing",1,1,1 ], "with sails extended on both sides by booms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing bow",1,1,1 ], "a distinctive band of colour marking the wing of a domestic fowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing chair",1,1,1 ], "an easy chair having wings on each side of the back" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing collar",1,1,1 ], "a stiff turned-up shirt collar worn with the points turned down over the tie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing commander",1,1,1 ], "Air Force: junior to a group captain and senior to a squadron leader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing commander",1,1,1 ], "an officer holding commissioned rank in certain air forces, such as the Royal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing covert",1,1,1 ], "any of the covert feathers of the wing of a bird, occurring in distinct rows" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing loading",1,1,1 ], "the total weight of an aircraft divided by its wing area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing nut",1,1,1 ], "a threaded nut tightened by hand by means of two flat lugs or wings projecting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing nut",1,1,1 ], "from the central body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing shot",1,1,1 ], "a shot taken at a bird in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing shot",1,1,2 ], "an expert at shooting birds in flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing tip",1,1,1 ], "the outermost edge of a wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,1 ], "either of the modified forelimbs of a bird that are covered with large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,1 ], "feathers and specialized for flight in most species" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,10 ], "a part of a building that is subordinate to the main part" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,11 ], "the space offstage to the right or left of the acting area in a theatre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,12 ], "in or on the wings| ready to step in when needed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,13 ], "a side connecting the main fort and an outwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,14 ], "a folding panel, as of a double door or a movable partition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,15 ], "chairbacks" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,15 ], "either of the two pieces that project fowards from the sides of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,16 ], "the U|S| name for quarterlight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,17 ], "an aerodynamic device usually consisting of an aerofoil, fitted to a racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,17 ], "car to assist in holding it on the road at high speed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,18 ], "an insignia in the form of stylized wings worn by a qualified aircraft pilot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,19 ], "any of various flattened organs or extensions in lower animals, esp| when used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,19 ], "in locomotion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,2 ], "from the thorax containing a network of veins" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,2 ], "one of the organs of flight of an insect, consisting of a membranous outgrowth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,20 ], "the side of a hold alongside a ship's hull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,21 ], "the outside angle of the cutting edge on the share and mouldboard of a plough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,22 ], "a jetty or dam for narrowing a channel of water" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,23 ], "the feather of an arrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,24 ], "on the wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,24,1 ], "flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,24,2 ], "travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,24,3 ], "about to leave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,25 ], "take wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,25,1 ], "to lift off or fly away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,25,2 ], "to depart in haste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,25,3 ], "to become joyful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,26 ], "under one's wing| in one's care or tutelage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,27 ], "clip wings| to restrict someone's freedom; discipline someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,28 ], "on wings| flying or as if flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,29 ], "spread or stretch one's wings| to make full use of one's abilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3 ], "a bat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3 ], "either of the organs of flight in certain other animals, esp| the forelimb of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,1 ], "a half of the main supporting aerofoil on an aircraft, confined to one side of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,1 ], "an organ or apparatus resembling a wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,1 ], "it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,2 ], "Anatomy| any bodily structure resembling a wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,2 ], "the full span of the main supporting aerofoil on both sides of an aircraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,3 ], "an aircraft designed as one complete wing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,4 ], "a position in flight formation, just to the rear and to one side of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,3,4 ], "aircraft" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,4 ], "anything suggesting a wing in form, function, or position, such as a sail of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,4 ], "windmill or a ship" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,4,1 ], "either of the lateral petals of a sweetpea or related flower" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,4,2 ], "any of various outgrowths of a plant part, esp| the process on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,4,2 ], "wind-dispersed fruit or seed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,5 ], "a means or cause of flight or rapid motion; flight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,6 ], "the act or manner of flying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,7 ], "the part of a car body that surrounds the wheels| U|S| name: fender" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,8 ], "any affiliate of or subsidiary to a parent organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,8,1 ], "either of the two sides of the pitch near the touchline|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,8,2 ], "a player stationed in such a position; winger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,1,9 ], "a faction or group within a political party or other organization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,2,1 ], "to make (one's way) swiftly on or as if on wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,2,2 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,2,2 ], "to shoot or wound (a bird, person, etc|) superficially, in the wing or arm," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,2,3 ], "to cause to fly or move swiftly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,2,4 ], "to fit (an arrow) with a feather" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,2,5 ], "to provide with wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,2,6 ], "(of buildings, altars, etc|) to provide with lateral extensions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing",1,3,1 ], "to perform (a part) without having fully learned one's lines" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing-case",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for elytron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wing-footed",1,1,1 ], "fleet; swift" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingding",1,1,1,1 ], "a noisy lively party or festivity" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingding",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingding",1,1,2 ], "a real or pretended fit or seizure" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingless",1,1,1 ], "having no wings or vestigial wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingless",1,1,2 ], "and bristletails" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wingless",1,1,2 ], "designating primitive insects of the subclass Apterygota, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingless",1,1,2 ], "small size, lack of wings, and larvae resembling the adults: includes the springtails" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winglet",1,1,1 ], "a small wing, esp| the bastard wing of a bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingover",1,1,1 ], "a manoeuvre in which the direction of flight of an aircraft is reversed by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wingover",1,1,1 ], "fall while continuing the turn" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wingover",1,1,1 ], "putting it into a climbing turn until nearly stalled, the nose then being allowed to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wingspan",1,1,1 ], "the distance between the wing tips of an aircraft, bird, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink at",1,1,1 ], "to connive at disregard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,1,1 ], "to close and open one eye quickly, deliberately, or in an exaggerated fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,1,1 ], "to convey friendliness, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,1,2 ], "to close and open (an eye or the eyes) momentarily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,2,1 ], "to force away (tears, etc|) by winking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,3,1 ], "to signal with a wink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,4,1 ], "(of a light) to gleam or flash intermittently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,5,1 ], "a winking movement, esp| one conveying a signal, etc|, or such a signal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,5,2 ], "an interrupted flashing of light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,5,3 ], "a brief moment of time; instant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,5,4 ], "the smallest amount, esp| of sleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",1,5,5 ], "tip the wink| Brit| informal| to give a hint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wink",2,1,1 ], "a disc used in the game of tiddlywinks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that winks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winker",1,1,2 ], "slang, northern Brit| dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winker",1,1,3 ], "an eye, eyelash, or eyelid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winker",1,1,4 ], "another name for blinker ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winkle",1,2,1 ], "to extract or prise out" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winkle-pickers",1,1,1 ], "shoes or boots with very pointed narrow toes, popular in the mid-20th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winner",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that wins" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winner",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing that seems sure to win or succeed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winner's circle",1,1,1 ], "a small area at a racecourse where winners are unsaddled after a race, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winner's circle",1,1,1 ], "often where awards are given to their owners, trainers, or jockeys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winning gallery",1,1,1 ], "shot played wins a point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winning gallery",1,1,1 ], "the gallery farthest from the net on either side of the court, into which any" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winning opening",1,1,1 ], "point" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winning opening",1,1,1 ], "the grille, dedans, or winning gallery, into which any shot played wins a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winning post",1,1,1 ], "the post marking the finishing line on a racecourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winning",1,1,1 ], "(of a person, character, etc|) charming, engaging, or attractive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winning",1,2,1,1 ], "a shaft or seam of coal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winning",1,2,1,2 ], "the extraction of coal or ore from the ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winning",1,2,2 ], "money, prizes, or valuables won, esp| in gambling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winnow",1,1,1 ], "to separate (grain) from (chaff) by means of a wind or current of air" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winnow",1,2,1 ], "to examine in order to select the desirable elements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winnow",1,3,1 ], "to beat (the air) with wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winnow",1,4,1 ], "to blow upon; fan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winnow",1,5,1,1 ], "a device for winnowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winnow",1,5,1,2 ], "the act or process of winnowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wino",1,1,1 ], "a person who habitually drinks wine as a means of getting drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winsome",1,1,1 ], "charming; winning; engaging" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter aconite",1,1,1 ], "a small Old World ranunculaceous herbaceous plant, Eranthis hyemalis," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter aconite",1,1,1 ], "cultivated for its yellow flowers, which appear early in spring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter cherry",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian solanaceous plant, Physalis alkekengi, cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter cherry",1,1,1 ], "ornamental inflated papery orange-red calyx" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter cherry",1,1,2 ], "the calyx of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter hedge",1,1,1 ], "a clothes horse|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter jasmine",1,1,1 ], "a jasmine shrub, Jasminum nudiflorum, widely cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter jasmine",1,1,1 ], "winter-blooming yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter melon",1,1,1 ], "a variety of muskmelon, Cucumis melo inodorus, that has sweet fruit with pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter melon",1,1,1 ], "orange flesh and an unridged rind" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter rose",1,1,1 ], "another name for Christmas rose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter solstice",1,1,1 ], "(northernmost point in the S hemisphere) appearing at noon at its lowest altitude above the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter solstice",1,1,1 ], "horizon| It occurs about December 22 (June 21 in the S hemisphere)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "winter solstice",1,1,1 ], "the time at which the sun is at its southernmost point in the sky" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter solstice",1,1,2 ], "declination: -23|5 degrees " ,3 ). c_DEF([ "winter solstice",1,1,2 ], "ecliptic is furthest south from the celestial equator| Right ascension: 18 hours;" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter solstice",1,1,2 ], "the point on the celestial sphere, opposite the summer solstice, at which the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter sports",1,1,1 ], "sports held in the open air on snow or ice, esp| skiing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter wheat",1,1,1 ], "a type of wheat that is planted in the autumn and is harvested the following" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter wheat",1,1,1 ], "summer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,1,1,1 ], "the December solstice to the March equinox in the N hemisphere and at the opposite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,1,1,1 ], "the coldest season of the year, between autumn and spring, astronomically from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,1,1,1 ], "time of year in the S hemisphere" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,1,2 ], "the period of cold weather associated with the winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,1,3 ], "a time of decline, decay, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,1,4 ], "a year represented by this season" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,2,1 ], "to spend the winter in a specified place" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,2,2 ], "be kept or fed during the winter" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winter",1,2,2 ], "to keep or feed (farm animals, etc|) during the winter or (of farm animals) to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winterbourne",1,1,1 ], "a stream flowing only after heavy rainfall, esp| in winter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winterfeed",1,1,1 ], "to feed (livestock) in winter when the grazing is not rich enough" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,1 ], "any of several evergreen ericaceous shrubs of the genus Gaultheria, esp| G|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,1 ], "procumbens, of E North America, which has white bell-shaped flowers and edible red berries" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,2 ], "oil of wintergreen| an aromatic compound, formerly made from this and various" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,2 ], "other plants but now synthesized: used medicinally and for flavouring" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,3 ], "Pyrolaceae|Usual U|S| name: shinleaf" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,3 ], "any of various plants of the genus Pyrola, esp| P| minor , of temperate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,3 ], "arctic regions, having rounded leaves and small pink globose flowers: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,4 ], "any of several plants of the genera Orthilia and Moneses: family Pyrolaceae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,5 ], "and N Asia, having white flowers and leaves arranged in a whorl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wintergreen",1,1,5 ], "chickweed wintergreen| a primulaceous plant, Trientalis europaea, of N Europe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winterize",1,1,1 ], "to prepare (a house, car, etc|) to withstand winter conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winterkill",1,1,1 ], "plants) to die by this means" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "winterkill",1,1,1 ], "to kill (crops or other plants) by exposure to frost, cold, etc|, or (of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wintertime",1,1,1 ], "the winter season| Also (archaic): wintertide " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winterweight",1,1,1 ], "(of clothes) suitable in weight for wear in the winter relatively heavy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winy",1,1,1 ], "winier, winiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winy",1,1,2 ], "having the taste or qualities of wine, esp| in being intoxicating; heady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "winze",1,1,1 ], "a steeply inclined shaft, as for ventilation between levels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,1 ], "removing dust, water, grime, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,1 ], "to rub (a surface or object) lightly, esp| with (a cloth, hand, etc|), as in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,2 ], "(usually foll| by off, away, from, up, etc|) to remove by or as if by rubbing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,2 ], "lightly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,3 ], "to eradicate or cancel (a thought, memory, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,4 ], "to abandon or reject (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,5 ], "to apply (oil, etc|) by wiping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,6 ], "to form (a joint between two lead pipes) with solder or soft lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,1,7 ], "wipe the floor with Informal| to defeat decisively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wiping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,2,2 ], "(in film editing) an effect causing the transition from one scene to the next" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,2,2 ], "in which the image of the first scene appears to be wiped off the screen by that" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,2,2 ], "of the second" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,2,3 ], "a sweeping blow or stroke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,2,4 ], "a gibe or jeer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wipe",1,2,5 ], "a slang name for handkerchief" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiper",1,1,1 ], "any piece of cloth, such as handkerchief, towel, etc|, used for wiping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiper",1,1,2 ], "a cam rotated to ease a part and allow it to fall under its own weight, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiper",1,1,2 ], "used in stamping machines, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wiper",1,1,3 ], "a movable conducting arm, esp| one in a switching or selecting device, that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiper",1,1,3 ], "makes contact with a row or ring of contacts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire brush",1,1,1 ], "a brush having wire bristles, used for cleaning metal, esp| for removing rust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire cloth",1,1,1 ], "a mesh or netting woven from fine wire, used in window screens, strainers," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire cloth",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire entanglement",1,1,1 ], "a barrier or obstruction of barbed wire used in warfare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire gauze",1,1,1 ], "a stiff meshed fabric woven of fine wires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire glass",1,1,1 ], "a sheet glass that contains a layer of reinforcing wire netting within it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire grass",1,1,1 ], "any of various grasses, such as Bermuda grass, that have tough wiry roots or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire grass",1,1,1 ], "rhizomes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire netting",1,1,1 ], "a net made of wire, often galvanized, that is used for fencing, as a light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire netting",1,1,1 ], "reinforcement, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire recorder",1,1,1 ], "an early type of magnetic recorder in which sounds were recorded on a thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire recorder",1,1,1 ], "steel wire magnetized by an electromagnet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire service",1,1,1 ], "an agency supplying news, etc|, to newspapers, radio and television stations," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire service",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire wheel",1,1,1 ], "a wheel in which the rim is held to the hub by wire spokes, esp| one used on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire wheel",1,1,1 ], "sports car" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire wheel",1,1,2 ], "a power-driven rotary wire brush for scaling or burnishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire wool",1,1,1 ], "a mass of fine wire, used esp| to clean kitchen articles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,1 ], "a slender flexible strand or rod of metal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,10 ], "a wire-gauze screen upon which pulp is spread to form paper during the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,10 ], "manufacturing process" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,11 ], "anything resembling a wire, such as a hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,12 ], "a snare made of wire for rabbits and similar animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,13 ], "down to the wire| Informal, chiefly U|S| right up to the last moment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,14 ], "get in under the wire| Informal, chiefly U|S| to accomplish something with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,14 ], "little time to spare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,15 ], "get one's wires crossed| Informal| to misunderstand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,16 ], "personal connections; pull strings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,16 ], "pull wires| Chiefly U|S| to exert influence behind the scenes, esp| through" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,2 ], "a cable consisting of several metal strands twisted together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,3 ], "a flexible metallic conductor, esp| one made of copper, usually insulated, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,3 ], "used to carry electric current in a circuit" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,4 ], "of, relating to, or made of wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,5 ], "anything made of wire, such as wire netting, a barbed wire fence, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,6 ], "a long continuous wire or cable connecting points in a telephone or telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,6 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,6,1 ], "an informal name for telegram or telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,6,2 ], "the wire| an informal name for telephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,7 ], "a metallic string on a guitar, piano, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,8 ], "horse racing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,1,9 ], "the finishing line on a racecourse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,1 ], "to send a telegram to (a person or place)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,2 ], "to send (news, a message, etc|) by telegraph" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,3 ], "to equip (an electrical system, circuit, or component) with wires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,4 ], "to fasten or furnish with wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,5 ], "to string (beads, etc|) on wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,6 ], "other balls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,6 ], "to leave (a player's ball) so that a hoop or peg lies between it and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire",1,2,7 ], "to snare with wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire-gauge",1,1,1 ], "a flat plate with slots in which standard wire sizes can be measured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire-gauge",1,1,2 ], "a standard system of sizes for measuring the diameters of wires" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire-haired",1,1,1 ], "(of an animal) having a rough wiry coat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire-wove",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or comprising a high-grade glazed paper, usually for writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wire-wove",1,1,2 ], "woven of wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiredraw",1,1,1 ], "to convert (metal) into wire by drawing through successively smaller dies" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wireless telegraphy",1,1,1 ], "another name for radiotelegraphy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wireless telephone",1,1,1 ], "another name for radiotelephone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wireless",1,2,1 ], "another word for radio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wireman",1,1,1 ], "a person who installs and maintains electric wiring, cables, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wirepuller",1,1,1 ], "a person who uses private or secret influence for his own ends" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wirer",1,1,1 ], "a person who sets or uses wires to snare rabbits and similar animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wirewalker",1,1,1 ], "another name for tightrope walker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wirework",1,1,1 ], "functional or decorative work made of wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wirework",1,1,2 ], "objects made of wire, esp| netting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wirework",1,1,3 ], "the work performed by acrobats on a tightrope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wireworks",1,1,1 ], "a factory where wire or articles of wire are made" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wireworm",1,1,1 ], "many crop plants and is a serious agricultural pest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wireworm",1,1,1 ], "the wormlike larva of various elaterid beetles, which feeds on the roots of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiring",1,1,1 ], "the network of wires used in an electrical system, device, or circuit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiring",1,1,2 ], "the quality or condition of such a network" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiring",1,2,1 ], "used in wiring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wirra",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of sorrow or deep concern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiry",1,1,1 ], "wirier, wiriest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiry",1,1,2 ], "(of people or animals) slender but strong in constitution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiry",1,1,3 ], "made of or resembling wire, esp| in stiffness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiry",1,1,4 ], "(of a sound) produced by or as if by a vibrating wire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wis",1,1,1 ], "to know or suppose (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom tooth",1,1,1 ], "any of the four molar teeth, one at the back of each side of the jaw, that are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom tooth",1,1,1 ], "the last of the permanent teeth to erupt| Technical name: third molar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom tooth",1,1,2 ], "cut one's wisdom teeth| to arrive at the age of discretion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom",1,1,1 ], "experience, understanding, common sense, and insight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom",1,1,1 ], "the ability or result of an ability to think and act utilizing knowledge," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom",1,1,2 ], "accumulated knowledge, erudition, or enlightenment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom",1,1,3 ], "a wise saying or wise sayings or teachings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisdom",1,1,4 ], "soundness of mind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise guy",1,1,1 ], "a person who is given to making conceited, sardonic, or insolent comments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise up",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by to) to become or cause to become aware or informed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise up",1,1,2 ], "(of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,1 ], "possessing, showing, or prompted by wisdom or discernment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,10 ], "be or get wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,11 ], "(often foll| by to)Informal| to be or become aware or informed (of something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,11 ], "or to face up (to facts)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,12 ], "put wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,13 ], "(often foll| by to)Slang| to inform or warn (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,2 ], "prudent; sensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,3 ], "shrewd; crafty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,4 ], "well-informed; erudite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,5 ], "aware, informed, or knowing (esp| in the phrase none the wiser)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,6 ], "(postpositive; often foll| by to) in the know, esp| possessing inside" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,6 ], "information (about)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,7 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,8 ], "possessing powers of magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",1,1,9 ], "cocksure or insolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",2,1,1 ], "way, manner, fashion, or respect (esp| in the phrases any wise, in no wise)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wise",3,1,1 ], "dialect| to direct or lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiseacre",1,1,1 ], "a person who wishes to seem wise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiseacre",1,1,2 ], "a wise person: often used facetiously or contemptuously" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisecrack",1,1,1 ], "a flippant jibe or sardonic remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisecrack",1,2,1 ], "to make a wisecrack" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisent",1,1,1 ], "another name for European bison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish fulfilment",1,1,1 ], "(in Freudian psychology) the mechanism involving the release of tension," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish fulfilment",1,1,1 ], "brought about by re-enacting in fantasy a situation in which a goal is attained" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wish on",1,1,1 ], "to hope that (someone or something) should be imposed (on someone) foist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,1,1 ], "(when tr|, takes a clause as object or an infinitive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,1,2 ], "cannot be or is not the case)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,1,2 ], "when intr|, often foll| by for) to want or desire (something, often that which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,2,1 ], "to feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,3,1 ], "to desire or prefer to be as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,4,1 ], "to greet as specified; bid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,5,1 ], "to order politely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,6,1 ], "the act of wishing; the expression of some desire or mental inclination" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,6,2 ], "something desired or wished for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,6,3 ], "expressed hopes or desire, esp| for someone's welfare, health, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish",1,6,4 ], "a polite order or request" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish-wash",1,1,1 ], "any thin weak drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wish-wash",1,1,2 ], "rubbishy talk or writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wishbone",1,1,1 ], "clavicles; furcula" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wishbone",1,1,1 ], "the V-shaped bone above the breastbone in most birds consisting of the fused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wishful thinking",1,1,1 ], "the erroneous belief that one's wishes are in accordance with reality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wishful",1,1,1 ], "having wishes or characterized by wishing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wishy-washy",1,1,1 ], "lacking in substance, force, colour, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wishy-washy",1,1,2 ], "watery; thin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,1,1 ], "a thin, light, delicate, or fibrous piece or strand, such as a streak of smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,1,1 ], "or a lock of hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,1,2 ], "a small bundle, as of hay or straw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,1,3 ], "anything slender and delicate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,1,4 ], "a mere suggestion or hint" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,1,5 ], "a flock of birds, esp| snipe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,2,1 ], "to move or act like a wisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,3,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,3,2 ], "to twist into a wisp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisp",1,4,1 ], "to groom (a horse) with a wisp of straw, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wispy",1,1,1 ], "wispier, wispiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wispy",1,1,2 ], "wisplike; delicate, faint, light, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wist",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of wit'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wisteria",1,1,1 ], "America, having blue, purple, or white flowers in large drooping clusters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wisteria",1,1,1 ], "any twining leguminous woody vine of the genus Wisteria, of E Asia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wistful",1,1,1 ], "sadly pensive, esp| about something yearned for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,1 ], "disparate words or ideas to make a clever humorous effect" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,1 ], "the talent or quality of using unexpected associations between contrasting or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,2 ], "speech or writing showing this quality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,3 ], "a person possessing, showing, or noted for such an ability, esp| in repartee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,4 ], "practical intelligence (esp| in the phrase have the wit to)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,5 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,6 ], "information or knowledge (esp| in the phrase get wit of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,7 ], "mental capacity or a person possessing it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",1,1,8 ], "the mind or memory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",2,1,1 ], "to be or become aware of (something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",2,2,1 ], "documents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wit",2,2,1 ], "to wit| that is to say; namely (used to introduce statements, as in legal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",2,3,1 ], "an assembly of higher ecclesiastics and important laymen, including king's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wit",2,3,1 ], "thegns, that met to counsel the king on matters such as judicial problems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wit",2,3,2 ], "the members of this assembly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch doctor",1,1,1 ], "a man in certain societies, esp| preliterate ones, who appears to possess" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch doctor",1,1,1 ], "magical powers, used esp| to cure sickness but also to harm people" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witch doctor",1,1,2 ], "a person who seeks out or hunts witches in some African tribal cultures" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch hazel",1,1,1 ], "Hamamelidaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "witch hazel",1,1,1 ], "North America, having ornamental yellow flowers and medicinal properties: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witch hazel",1,1,1 ], "any of several trees and shrubs of the genus Hamamelis, esp| H| virginiana, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch hazel",1,1,2 ], "an astringent medicinal solution containing an extract of the bark and leaves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch hazel",1,1,2 ], "of H| virginiana, applied to treat bruises, inflammation, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witch",1,1,1 ], "a person, usually female, who practises or professes to practise magic or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch",1,1,1 ], "sorcery, esp| black magic, or is believed to have dealings with the devil" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witch",1,1,2 ], "an ugly or wicked old woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch",1,1,3 ], "a fascinating or enchanting woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch",1,1,4 ], "short for water witch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch",1,2,1 ], "to cause or change by or as if by witchcraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch",1,2,2 ], "a less common word for bewitch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch",2,1,1 ], "Pleuronectidae (plaice, flounders, etc|)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "witch",2,1,1 ], "a flatfish, Pleuronectes (or Glyptocephalus)cynoglossus, of N Atlantic coastal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch",2,1,1 ], "waters, having a narrow greyish-brown body marked with tiny black spots: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witch-elm",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of wych-elm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch-hunt",1,1,1 ], "a rigorous campaign to round up or expose dissenters on the pretext of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witch-hunt",1,1,1 ], "safeguarding the public welfare" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witchcraft",1,1,1 ], "or practice of attempting to do so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witchcraft",1,1,1 ], "the art or power of bringing magical or preternatural power to bear or the act" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witchcraft",1,1,2 ], "the influence of magic or sorcery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witchcraft",1,1,3 ], "fascinating or bewitching influence or charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witchery",1,1,1 ], "the practice of witchcraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witchery",1,1,2 ], "magical or bewitching influence or charm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witches'-broom",1,1,1 ], "a dense abnormal growth of shoots on a tree or other woody plant, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witches'-broom",1,1,1 ], "caused by parasitic fungi of the genus Taphrina" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witchetty grub",1,1,1 ], "leucomochla: family Cossidae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witchetty grub",1,1,1 ], "the wood-boring edible caterpillar of an Australian moth, Xyleutes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witching hour",1,1,1 ], "the hour at which witches are supposed to appear, usually midnight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witching",1,1,1 ], "relating to or appropriate for witchcraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witching",1,1,2 ], "bewitching" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witching",1,2,1 ], "witchcraft; magic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wite",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wite",1,1,2 ], "reproach, blame, or fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witenagemot",1,1,1 ], "another word for witan" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,1 ], "using; by means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,10 ], "not with you| Informal| not able to grasp or follow what you are saying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,11 ], "with it| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,11,1 ], "fashionable; in style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,11,2 ], "comprehending what is happening or being said" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,12 ], "with that| after that; having said or done that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,2 ], "accompanying; in the company of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,3 ], "possessing; having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,4 ], "concerning or regarding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,5 ], "in spite of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,6 ], "else" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,6 ], "used to indicate a time or distance by which something is away from something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,7 ], "in a manner characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,8 ], "caused or prompted by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,9 ], "often used with a verb indicating a reciprocal action or relation between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "with",1,1,9 ], "subject and the preposition's object" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "withal",1,1,1 ], "as well; likewise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withal",1,1,2 ], "nevertheless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withal",1,1,3 ], "therewith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withal",1,2,1 ], "an archaic word for with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdraw",1,1,1 ], "to take or draw back or away; remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdraw",1,2,1 ], "to retract or recall (a statement, promise, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdraw",1,3,1 ], "to retire or retreat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdraw",1,4,1 ], "to back out (of) or depart (from)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdraw",1,5,1 ], "to detach oneself socially, emotionally, or mentally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawal",1,1,1 ], "an act or process of withdrawing; retreat, removal, or detachment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawal",1,1,2 ], "of narcotics, usually characterized by physical and mental symptoms (withdrawal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawal",1,1,2 ], "symptoms)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawal",1,1,2 ], "the period a drug addict goes through following abrupt termination in the use" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawing room",1,1,1 ], "an archaic term for drawing room" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawn",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of withdraw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawn",1,2,1 ], "unusually reserved, introverted, or shy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdrawn",1,2,2 ], "secluded or remote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withdrew",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of withdraw" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,1,1 ], "a strong flexible twig, esp| of willow, suitable for binding things together;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,1,1 ], "withy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,1,2 ], "a band or rope of twisted twigs or stems" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,1,3 ], "a handle made of elastic material, fitted on some tools to reduce the shock" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,1,3 ], "during use" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,1,4 ], "a wall with a thickness of half a brick, such as a leaf of a cavity wall, or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,1,4 ], "division between two chimney flues" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "withe",1,2,1 ], "to bind with withes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wither",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a plant) to droop, wilt, or shrivel up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wither",1,2,1 ], "to fade or waste" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wither",1,3,1 ], "to decay, decline or disintegrate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wither",1,4,1 ], "to cause to wilt, fade, or lose vitality" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wither",1,5,1 ], "to abash, esp| with a scornful look" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wither",1,6,1 ], "to harm or damage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witherite",1,1,1 ], "a white, grey, or yellowish mineral consisting of barium carbonate in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witherite",1,1,1 ], "orthorhombic crystalline form: occurs in veins of lead ore| Formula: BaCO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "withers",1,1,1 ], "shoulders" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "withers",1,1,1 ], "the highest part of the back of a horse, behind the neck between the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withershins",1,1,1 ], "in the direction contrary to the apparent course of the sun; anticlockwise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withershins",1,1,2 ], "in a direction contrary to the usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withhold",1,1,1 ], "to keep back; refrain from giving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withhold",1,2,1 ], "to hold back; restrain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withhold",1,3,1 ], "to deduct (taxes, etc|) from a salary or wages" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withhold",1,4,1 ], "to refrain or forbear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withholding tax",1,1,1 ], "a portion of an employee's tax liability paid directly to the government by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withholding tax",1,1,1 ], "the employer" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "within",1,1,1 ], "in; inside; enclosed or encased by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "within",1,1,2 ], "before (a period of time) has elapsed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "within",1,1,3 ], "from" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "within",1,1,3 ], "not beyond the limits of; not differing by more than (a specified amount)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "within",1,2,1 ], "inside; internally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withindoors",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for indoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "without",1,1,1 ], "not having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "without",1,1,2 ], "not accompanied by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "without",1,1,3 ], "not making use of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "without",1,1,4 ], "not, while not, or after not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "without",1,1,5 ], "on the outside of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "without",1,2,1 ], "outside; outwardly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "without",1,3,1 ], "unless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withoutdoors",1,1,1 ], "an obsolete word for outdoors" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withstand",1,1,1 ], "to stand up to forcefully; resist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withstand",1,2,1 ], "to remain firm in endurance or opposition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withy",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of withe 2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withy",1,1,2 ], "a willow tree, esp| an osier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withy",1,2,1 ], "(of people) tough and agile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "withy",1,2,2 ], "resembling a withe in strength or flexibility" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witless",1,1,1 ], "lacking wit, intelligence, or sense; stupid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witling",1,1,1 ], "a person who thinks himself witty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness box",1,1,1 ], "the place in a court of law in which witnesses stand to give evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,1 ], "a person who has seen or can give first-hand evidence of some event" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,2 ], "a person or thing giving or serving as evidence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,3 ], "a person who testifies, esp| in a court of law, to events or facts within his" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,3 ], "own knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,4 ], "a person who attests to the genuineness of a document, signature, etc|, by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,4 ], "adding his own signature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,5 ], "bear witness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,5,1 ], "to give written or oral testimony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,1,5,2 ], "to be evidence or proof of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,2,1 ], "to see, be present at, or know at first hand" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,2,2 ], "to give or sense as evidence (of)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,3,1 ], "to be the scene or setting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,4,1 ], "knowledge" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,4,1 ], "to testify, esp| in a court of law, to events within a person's own" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,5,1 ], "own signature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witness",1,5,1 ], "to attest to the genuineness of (a document, signature, etc|) by adding one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wits",1,1,1 ], "the ability to reason and act, esp| quickly (esp| in the phrase have one's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wits",1,1,1 ], "wits about one)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wits",1,1,2 ], "right mind, sanity (esp| in the phrase out of one's wits)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wits",1,1,3 ], "at one's wits' end| at a loss to know how to proceed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wits",1,1,4 ], "five wits| Obsolete| the five senses or mental faculties" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wits",1,1,5 ], "live by one's wits| to gain a livelihood by craftiness rather than by hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wits",1,1,5 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "witticism",1,1,1 ], "a clever or witty remark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witting",1,1,1 ], "deliberate; intentional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witting",1,1,2 ], "aware; knowing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wittol",1,1,1 ], "a man who tolerates his wife's unfaithfulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witty",1,1,1 ], "tier, tiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witty",1,1,2 ], "characterized by clever humour or wit" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witty",1,1,3 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "witty",1,1,4 ], "intelligent or sensible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wive",1,1,1 ], "to marry (a woman)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wive",1,2,1 ], "to supply with a wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wivern",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of wyvern" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wives",1,1,1 ], "the plural of wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wiz",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of whiz (sense 5)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizard",1,1,1 ], "a male witch or a man who practises or professes to practise magic or sorcery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizard",1,1,2 ], "a person who is outstandingly clever in some specified field; expert" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizard",1,1,3 ], "a wise man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizard",1,2,1 ], "superb; outstanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizard",1,2,2 ], "of or relating to a wizard or wizardry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizardry",1,1,1 ], "the art, skills, and practices of a wizard, sorcerer, or magician" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizen",1,1,1 ], "to make or become shrivelled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizen",1,2,1 ], "a variant of wizened" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizen",2,1,1 ], "an archaic word for weasand (the gullet)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wizened",1,1,1 ], "shrivelled, wrinkled, or dried up, esp| with age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wkly|",1,1,1 ], "weekly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wk|",1,1,1 ], "week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wk|",1,1,2 ], "work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wk|",1,1,3 ], "weak" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wmk|",1,1,1 ], "watermark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wo",1,1,1 ], "an archaic spelling of woe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woad",1,1,1 ], "a European cruciferous plant, Isatis tinctoria, formerly cultivated for its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woad",1,1,1 ], "leaves, which yield a blue dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woad",1,1,2 ], "dye" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woad",1,1,2 ], "the dye obtained from this plant, used esp| by the ancient Britons, as a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woaded",1,1,1 ], "coloured blue with woad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woadwaxen",1,1,1 ], "another name for dyer's-greenweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woald",1,1,1 ], "another name for weld'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wobbegong",1,1,1 ], "any of various carpet sharks of the family Orectolobidae, of Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wobbegong",1,1,1 ], "waters, having a richly patterned brown-and-white skin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wobble board",1,1,1 ], "a piece of fibreboard used as a musical instrument, producing a characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wobble board",1,1,1 ], "sound when flexed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wobble",1,1,1 ], "to move, rock, or sway unsteadily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wobble",1,2,1 ], "to tremble or shake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wobble",1,3,1 ], "to vacillate with indecision" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wobble",1,4,1 ], "to cause to wobble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wobble",1,5,1 ], "a wobbling movement, motion, or sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wodge",1,1,1 ], "a thick lump or chunk cut or broken off something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woe",1,1,1 ], "intense grief or misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woe",1,1,2 ], "affliction or misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woe",1,1,3 ], "woe betide misfortune will befall" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woe",1,1,4 ], "(someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woe",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of sorrow or distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woebegone",1,1,1 ], "sorrowful or sad in appearance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woebegone",1,1,2 ], "afflicted with woe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woeful",1,1,1 ], "expressing or characterized by sorrow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woeful",1,1,2 ], "bringing or causing woe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woeful",1,1,3 ], "pitiful; miserable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wog",1,1,1 ], "slang, derogatory| a foreigner, esp| one who is not White" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wog",2,1,1 ], "influenza or any similar illness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woggle",1,1,1 ], "the ring of leather through which a Scout neckerchief is threaded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wok",1,1,1 ], "a large metal Chinese cooking pot having a curved base like a bowl and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wok",1,1,1 ], "traditionally with a wooden handle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woke",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of wake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woken",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of wake" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wold",1,1,1 ], "a tract of open rolling country, esp| upland" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wold",2,1,1 ], "another name for weld'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf spider",1,1,1 ], "any spider of the family Lycosidae, which chase their prey to catch it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,1 ], "a predatory canine mammal, Canis lupus, which hunts in packs and was formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,1 ], "widespread in North America and Eurasia but is now less common" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,10 ], "keep the wolf from the door| to ward off starvation or privation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,11 ], "lone wolf| a person or animal who prefers to be alone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,12 ], "throw to the wolves| to abandon or deliver to destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,13 ], "disguise" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,13 ], "wolf in sheep's clothing| a malicious person in a harmless or benevolent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,2 ], "any of several similar and related canines, such as the red wolf and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,2 ], "coyote (prairie wolf)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,3 ], "the fur of any such animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,4 ], "Tasmanian wolf| another name for the thylacine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,5 ], "a voracious, grabbing, or fiercely cruel person or thing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,6 ], "a man who habitually tries to seduce women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,7 ], "the destructive larva of any of various moths and beetles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,7,1 ], "an unpleasant sound produced in some notes played on the violin, cello, etc|," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,7,1 ], "owing to resonant vibrations of the belly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,7,2 ], "an out-of-tune effect produced on keyboard instruments accommodated esp| to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,7,2 ], "the system of mean-tone temperament" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,8 ], "cry wolf| to give a false alarm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,1,9 ], "have or hold a wolf by the ears| to be in a desperate situation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,2,1 ], "to gulp (down)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolf",1,3,1 ], "to hunt wolves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolfer",1,1,1 ], "a less common spelling of wolver" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolffish",1,1,1 ], "any large northern deep-sea blennioid fish of the family Anarhichadidae, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolffish",1,1,1 ], "as Anarhichas lupus|They have large sharp teeth and no pelvic fins and are used as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolffish",1,1,1 ], "food fishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wolfhound",1,1,1 ], "the largest breed of dog, used formerly to hunt wolves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolfram",1,1,1 ], "another name for tungsten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolframite",1,1,1 ], "a black to reddish-brown mineral consisting of tungstates of iron and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolframite",1,1,1 ], "chief ore of tungsten| Formula: (Fe,Mn)WO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wolframite",1,1,1 ], "manganese in monoclinic crystalline form: it occurs mainly in quartz veins and is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolfsbane",1,1,1 ], "variants of wolfbane" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wollastonite",1,1,1 ], "a white or grey mineral consisting of calcium silicate in triclinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wollastonite",1,1,1 ], "crystalline form: occurs in metamorphosed limestones| Formula: CaSiO3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolly",1,1,1 ], "a pickled cucumber or olive| perhaps from olive" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolver",1,1,1 ], "a person who hunts wolves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolverine",1,1,1 ], "America having dark very thick water-resistant fur" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wolverine",1,1,1 ], "a large musteline mammal, Gulo gulo, of northern forests of Eurasia and North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wolves",1,1,1 ], "the plural of wolf" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,1 ], "an adult female human being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,2 ], "female or feminine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,3 ], "women collectively; womankind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,4 ], "(usually preceded by the) feminine nature or feelings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,5 ], "a female servant or domestic help" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,6 ], "a man considered as having female characteristics, such as meekness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,6 ], "cowardliness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,7 ], "a wife, mistress, or girlfriend" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,8 ], "the little woman| Informal| one's wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,1,9 ], "woman of the streets| a prostitute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,2,1 ], "to provide with women" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woman",1,2,2 ], "to make effeminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanhood",1,1,1 ], "the state or quality of being a woman or being womanly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanhood",1,1,2 ], "women collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanish",1,1,1 ], "character of either sex, esp| a man" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "womanish",1,1,1 ], "having qualities or characteristics regarded as unsuitable to a strong" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanish",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or suitable for a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanize",1,1,1 ], "(of a man) to indulge in many casual affairs with women philander" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanize",1,2,1 ], "to make effeminate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womankind",1,1,1 ], "the female members of the human race; women collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanly",1,1,1 ], "as typical of a woman, esp| a mature woman" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "womanly",1,1,1 ], "possessing qualities, such as warmth, attractiveness, etc|, generally regarded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womanly",1,1,2 ], "characteristic of or belonging to a woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womb",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for uterus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womb",1,1,2 ], "a hollow space enclosing something, esp| when dark, warm, or sheltering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womb",1,1,3 ], "a place where something is conceived" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womb",1,1,4 ], "the belly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wombat",1,1,1 ], "Lasiorhinus latifrons, constituing the family Vombatidae (or Phascolomidae)and having short" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wombat",1,1,1 ], "either of two burrowing herbivorous Australian marsupials, Vombatus ursinus or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wombat",1,1,1 ], "limbs, a heavy body, and coarse dense fur" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "women",1,1,1 ], "the plural of woman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "women's suffrage",1,1,1 ], "the right of women to vote" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "womera",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of woomera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "won ton",1,1,1 ], "a dumpling filled with spiced minced pork, usually served in soup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "won ton",1,1,2 ], "soup containing such dumplings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "won",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of win'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "won",2,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of North Korea, divided into 100 chon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "won",2,1,2 ], "the standard monetary unit of South Korea, divided into 100 chon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "won",3,1,1 ], "(intr|) Archaic| to live or dwell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "won't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of will not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,1 ], "and sometimes awe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,1 ], "the feeling excited by something strange; a mixture of surprise, curiosity," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,10 ], "small wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,11 ], "(I am) hardly surprised" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,12 ], "(that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,2 ], "something that causes such a feeling, such as a miracle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,3 ], "etc|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,3 ], "exciting wonder by virtue of spectacular results achieved, feats performed," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,4 ], "do or work wonders| to achieve spectacularly fine results" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,5 ], "for a wonder| surprisingly or amazingly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,6 ], "for a short time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,6 ], "nine days' wonder| a subject that arouses general surprise or public interest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,7 ], "no wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,8 ], "(I am) not surprised at all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,1,9 ], "(that)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,2,1 ], "(when tr|, may take a clause as object)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by about) to indulge in speculative inquiry, often" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,2,2 ], "accompanied by an element of doubt (concerning something)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wonder",1,2,3 ], "(when intr|, often foll| by at) to be amazed (at something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderful",1,1,1 ], "exciting a feeling of wonder; marvellous or strange" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderful",1,1,2 ], "extremely fine; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderland",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary land of marvels or wonders" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderland",1,1,2 ], "an actual place or scene of great or strange beauty or wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderment",1,1,1 ], "rapt surprise; awe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderment",1,1,2 ], "puzzled interest;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderment",1,1,3 ], "something that excites wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonderwork",1,1,1 ], "something done or made that excites wonder; miracle or wonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonga-wonga",1,1,1 ], "a large Australian pigeon, Leucosarcia melanoleuca" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonga-wonga",1,1,2 ], "an Australian evergreen vine of the genus Pandorea or Tecoma, esp| T|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonga-wonga",1,1,2 ], "australis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wonky",1,1,1 ], "kier, kiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonky",1,1,2 ], "shaky or unsteady" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonky",1,1,3 ], "not in correct alignment; askew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonky",1,1,4 ], "liable to break down or develop a fault" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wont",1,1,1 ], "accustomed (to doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wont",1,2,1 ], "a manner or action habitually employed by or associated with someone (often in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wont",1,2,1 ], "the phrases as is my wont, as is his wont, etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wont",1,3,1 ], "(when tr|, usually passive) to become or cause to become accustomed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonted",1,1,1 ], "accustomed or habituated (to doing something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wonted",1,1,2 ], "customary; usual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woo",1,1,1 ], "to seek the affection, favour, or love of (a woman) with a view to marriage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woo",1,2,1 ], "to seek after zealously or hopefully" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woo",1,3,1 ], "to bring upon oneself (good or evil results) by one's own action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woo",1,4,1 ], "to beg or importune (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood alcohol",1,1,1 ], "another name for methanol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood anemone",1,1,1 ], "America and A| nemorosa of Europe, having finely divided leaves and solitary white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood anemone",1,1,1 ], "any of several woodland anemone plants, esp| Anemone quinquefolia of E North" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood anemone",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wood ant",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown European ant, Formica rufa, typically living in anthills in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood ant",1,1,1 ], "woodlands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood avens",1,1,1 ], "another name for herb bennet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood block",1,1,1 ], "a small rectangular flat block of wood that is laid with others as a floor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood block",1,1,1 ], "surface" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood block",1,1,2 ], "another word for Chinese block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood coal",1,1,1 ], "another name for lignite or charcoal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood duck",1,1,1 ], "a duck, Aix sponsa, of wooded swamps, lakes, etc|, in North America, having a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood duck",1,1,1 ], "very brightly coloured plumage in the male" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood engraving",1,1,1 ], "across the grain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood engraving",1,1,1 ], "the art of engraving pictures or designs on wood for printing by cutting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood engraving",1,1,2 ], "a block of wood so engraved or a print taken from it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood hyacinth",1,1,1 ], "another name for bluebell ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood ibis",1,1,1 ], "any of several storks having a downward-curved bill, esp| Mycteria americana" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood ibis",1,1,1 ], "of America and Ibis ibis of Africa" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood lot",1,1,1 ], "an area restricted to the growing of trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood lot",1,1,1 ], "lot" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood nymph",1,1,1 ], "one of a class of nymphs fabled to inhabit the woods, such as a dryad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood pigeon",1,1,1 ], "a large Eurasian pigeon, Columba palumbus, having white patches on the wings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood pigeon",1,1,1 ], "and neck" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood pitch",1,1,1 ], "binder in briquettes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood pitch",1,1,1 ], "the dark viscid residue left after the distillation of wood tar: used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood pulp",1,1,1 ], "cheap forms of paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood pulp",1,1,1 ], "wood that has been ground to a fine pulp for use in making newsprint and other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood pulp",1,1,2 ], "and sometimes bleached: used in making paper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood pulp",1,1,2 ], "finely pulped wood that has been digested by a chemical, such as caustic soda," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood rat",1,1,1 ], "another name for pack rat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood sorrel",1,1,1 ], "a Eurasian plant, Oxalis acetosella, having trifoliate leaves, an underground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood sorrel",1,1,1 ], "creeping stem, and white purple-veined flowers: family Oxalidaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood spirit",1,1,1 ], "another name for methanol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood sugar",1,1,1 ], "another name for xylose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood tar",1,1,1 ], "any tar produced by the destructive distillation of wood: used in producing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood tar",1,1,1 ], "tarred cord and rope and formerly in medicine as disinfectants and antiseptics" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood vinegar",1,1,1 ], "another name for pyroligneous acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood warbler",1,1,1 ], "a European woodland warbler, Phylloscopus sibilatrix, with a dull yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood warbler",1,1,1 ], "plumage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood warbler",1,1,2 ], "another name for the American warbler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood wasp",1,1,1 ], "another name for the horntail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,1 ], "bark in trees, shrubs, and similar plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,1 ], "the hard fibrous substance consisting of xylem tissue that occurs beneath the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,10 ], "out of the wood or woods| clear of or safe from dangers or doubts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,11 ], "etc|, without allowing details to cloud one's analysis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,11 ], "see the wood for the trees| to obtain a general view of a situation, problem," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,12 ], "made of, used for, employing, or handling wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,13 ], "dwelling in, concerning, or situated in a wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,2 ], "material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,2 ], "the trunks of trees that have been cut and prepared for use as a building" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,3 ], "a collection of trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses, etc|, usually dominated by one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,3 ], "or a few species of tree: usually smaller than a forest" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,4 ], "fuel; firewood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,4,1 ], "a long-shafted club with a wooden head, used for driving: numbered from 1 to 5" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,4,1 ], "according to size, angle of face, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,4,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,5 ], "the frame of a racket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,6 ], "one of the biased wooden bowls used in the game of bowls" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,7 ], "short for woodwind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,7,1 ], "casks, barrels, etc|, made of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,7,2 ], "from the wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,8 ], "(of a beverage) from a wooden container rather than a metal or glass one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,1,9 ], "have (got) the wood on| Austral| informal| to have an advantage over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,2,1 ], "to plant a wood upon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",1,2,2 ], "to supply or be supplied with fuel or firewood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood",2,1,1 ], "raging or raving like a maniac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wood-and-water joey",1,1,1 ], "a person employed to carry out menial tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodbine",1,1,1 ], "a honeysuckle, Lonicera periclymenum, of Europe, SW Asia, and N Africa, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodbine",1,1,1 ], "fragrant yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodbine",1,1,2 ], "American woodbine| a related North American plant, L| caprifolium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodbine",1,1,3 ], "another name for Virginia creeper ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodbine",1,1,4 ], "an Englishman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodborer",1,1,1 ], "any of various beetles of the families Anobiidae, Buprestidae, etc|, the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodborer",1,1,1 ], "larvae of which bore into and damage wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodborer",1,1,2 ], "any of various other unrelated invertebrates that bore into wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcarving",1,1,1 ], "the act of carving wood, esp| as an art form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcarving",1,1,2 ], "a work of art produced by carving wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodchat",1,1,1 ], "a songbird, Lanius senator, of Europe and N Africa, having a black-and-white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodchat",1,1,1 ], "plumage with a reddish-brown crown and a hooked bill: family Laniidae (shrikes)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodchuck",1,1,1 ], "a North American marmot, Marmota monax, having coarse reddish-brown fur" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcock",1,1,1 ], "Charadriiformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "woodcock",1,1,1 ], "an Old World game bird, Scolopax rusticola, resembling the snipe but larger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcock",1,1,1 ], "and having shorter legs and neck: family Scolopacidae (sandpipers, etc|), order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodcock",1,1,2 ], "a related North American bird, Philohela minor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcock",1,1,3 ], "a simpleton" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcraft",1,1,1 ], "ability and experience in matters concerned with living in a wood or forest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcraft",1,1,2 ], "ability or skill at woodwork, carving, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcraft",1,1,3 ], "skill in caring for trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcut",1,1,1 ], "a block of wood with a design, illustration, etc|, cut along the grain, from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcut",1,1,1 ], "which prints are made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodcut",1,1,2 ], "a print from a woodcut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcutter",1,1,1 ], "a person who fells trees or chops wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodcutter",1,1,2 ], "a person who makes woodcuts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooded",1,1,1,1 ], "covered with or abounding in woods or trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooded",1,1,1,2 ], "a soft-wooded tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden spoon",1,1,1 ], "a booby prize, esp| in sporting contests" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden",1,1,1 ], "made from or consisting of wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden",1,1,2 ], "awkward or clumsy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden",1,1,3 ], "bereft of spirit or animation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden",1,1,4 ], "obstinately unyielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden",1,1,5 ], "mentally slow or dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden",1,1,6 ], "not highly resonant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wooden",1,2,1 ], "to fell or kill (a person or animal)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodenhead",1,1,1 ], "a dull, foolish, or unintelligent person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodgrouse",1,1,1 ], "another name for capercaillie" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodland",1,1,1,1 ], "land that is mostly covered with woods or dense growths of trees and shrubs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodland",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodlark",1,1,1 ], "an Old World lark, Lullula arborea, similar to but slightly smaller than the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodlark",1,1,1 ], "skylark" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodlouse",1,1,1 ], "Porcellio, etc|, which have a flattened segmented body and occur in damp habitats" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodlouse",1,1,1 ], "any of various small terrestrial isopod crustaceans of the genera Oniscus," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodman",1,1,1 ], "a person who looks after and fells trees used for timber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodman",1,1,2 ], "another word for woodsman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodman",1,1,3 ], "a hunter who is knowledgeable about woods and the animals living in them" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodnote",1,1,1 ], "a natural musical note or song, like that of a wild bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodpecker",1,1,1 ], "Piciformes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "woodpecker",1,1,1 ], "any climbing bird of the family Picidae, typically having a brightly coloured" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodpecker",1,1,1 ], "plumage and strong chisel-like bill with which they bore into trees for insects: order" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodpile",1,1,1 ], "a pile or heap of firewood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodpile",1,1,2 ], "nigger in the woodpile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodprint",1,1,1 ], "another name for woodcut ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodprint",1,1,2 ], "(sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodruff",1,1,1 ], "Galium odoratum)(sweet woodruff), of Eurasia, which has small sweet-scented white" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodruff",1,1,1 ], "any of several rubiaceous plants of the genus Asperula, esp| A| odorata (or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodruff",1,1,1 ], "flowers and whorls of narrow fragrant leaves used to flavour wine and liqueurs and in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "woodruff",1,1,1 ], "perfumery" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "woodrush",1,1,1 ], "any of various juncaceous plants of the genus Luzula, chiefly of cold and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodrush",1,1,1 ], "temperate regions of the N hemisphere, having grasslike leaves and small brown flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woods",1,1,1 ], "closely packed trees forming a forest or wood, esp| a specific one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woods",1,1,2 ], "another word for backwoods (sense 2)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woods",1,1,3 ], "the woodwind instruments in an orchestra" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woods",1,1,4 ], "this neck of the woods| this particular area or piece of territory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodscrew",1,1,1 ], "a metal screw that tapers to a point so that it can be driven into wood by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodscrew",1,1,1 ], "screwdriver" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodshed",1,1,1 ], "a small outbuilding where firewood, garden tools, etc|, are stored" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodsia",1,1,1 ], "any small fern of the genus Woodsia, of temperate and cold regions, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodsia",1,1,1 ], "tufted rhizomes and numerous wiry fronds: family Polypodiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodsman",1,1,1 ], "a person who lives in a wood or who is skilled in woodcraft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodsy",1,1,1 ], "woodsier, woodsiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodsy",1,1,2 ], "of, reminiscent of, or connected with the woods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodwaxen",1,1,1 ], "another name for dyer's-greenweed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodwind",1,1,1 ], "clarinet" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "woodwind",1,1,1 ], "instruments, formerly made of wood but now often made of metal, such as the flute or" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodwind",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or denoting a type of wind instrument, excluding the brass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodwind",1,2,1 ], "woodwind instruments collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodwork",1,1,1 ], "the art, craft, or skill of making things in wood; carpentry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodwork",1,1,2 ], "components made of wood, such as doors, staircases, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodworker",1,1,1 ], "a person who works in wood, such as a carpenter, joiner, or cabinet-maker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodworking",1,1,1 ], "the process of working wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodworking",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or used in woodworking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodworm",1,1,1 ], "any of various insect larvae that bore into wooden furniture, etc|, esp| the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woodworm",1,1,1 ], "larvae of the furniture beetle, Anobium punctatum, and the deathwatch beetle" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woodworm",1,1,2 ], "the condition caused in wood by any of these larvae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woody nightshade",1,1,1 ], "a scrambling woody Eurasian solanaceous plant, Solanum dulcamara, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woody nightshade",1,1,1 ], "producing poisonous red berry-like fruits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "woody nightshade",1,1,1 ], "purple flowers with recurved petals and a protruding cone of yellow anthers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woody",1,1,1 ], "woodier, woodiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woody",1,1,2 ], "abounding in or covered with forest or woods" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woody",1,1,3 ], "connected with, belonging to, or situated in a wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woody",1,1,4 ], "consisting of or containing wood or lignin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woody",1,1,5 ], "resembling wood in hardness or texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woof",1,1,1 ], "the crosswise yarns that fill the warp yarns in weaving; weft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woof",1,1,2 ], "a woven fabric or its texture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woof",2,1,1 ], "an imitation of the bark or growl of a dog" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woof",2,2,1 ], "(of dogs) to bark or growl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woofer",1,1,1 ], "a loudspeaker used in high-fidelity systems for the reproduction of low audio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woofer",1,1,1 ], "frequencies" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wool clip",1,1,1 ], "particular region or country, in one year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wool clip",1,1,1 ], "the total amount of wool shorn from a particular flock, or from flocks in a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool fat",1,1,1 ], "another name for lanolin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool stapler",1,1,1 ], "a person who sorts wool into different grades or classifications" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,1 ], "the outer coat of sheep, yaks, etc|, which consists of short curly hairs" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,2 ], "yarn spun from the coat of sheep, etc|, used in weaving, knitting, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,2,1 ], "cloth or a garment made from this yarn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,3 ], "any of certain fibrous materials" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,4 ], "short thick curly hair" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,5 ], "a tangled mass of soft fine hairs that occurs in certain plants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,6 ], "dyed in the wool|confirmed in one's beliefs or opinions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,7 ], "lose one's wool| Brit| informal| to lose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,8 ], "(or keep) one's temper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool",1,1,9 ], "pull the wool over someone's eyes| to deceive or delude someone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wool-sorter's disease",1,1,1 ], "another name for anthrax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolfell",1,1,1 ], "the skin of a sheep or similar animal with the fleece still attached" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolgathering",1,1,1 ], "idle or absent-minded indulgence in fantasy; daydreaming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolgrower",1,1,1 ], "a person who keeps sheep for their wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woollen",1,1,1 ], "relating to or consisting partly or wholly of wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woollen",1,2,1 ], "a garment or piece of cloth made wholly or partly of wool, esp| a knitted one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolly bear",1,1,1 ], "Isia isabella of North America, having a dense covering of soft hairs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woolly bear",1,1,1 ], "the caterpillar of any of various tiger moths, esp| Arctia caja of Europe and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woollybutt",1,1,1 ], "any of several eucalyptus trees, esp| Eucalyptus longifolia, having loose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woollybutt",1,1,1 ], "fibrous bark around the base of the trunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woolpack",1,1,1 ], "the cloth or canvas wrapping used to pack a bale of wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolpack",1,1,2 ], "a bale of wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolsack",1,1,1 ], "a sack containing or intended to contain wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolsack",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) the seat of the Lord Chancellor in the House of Lords, formerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woolsack",1,1,2 ], "made of a large square sack of wool" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woomera",1,1,1 ], "a type of notched stick used by Australian Aborigines to increase leverage and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woomera",1,1,1 ], "propulsion in the throwing of a spear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woorali",1,1,1 ], "a less common name for curare" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woozy",1,1,1 ], "woozier, wooziest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woozy",1,1,2 ], "dazed or confused" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woozy",1,1,3 ], "experiencing dizziness, nausea, etc|, as a result of drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wop",1,1,1 ], "a member of a Latin people, esp| an Italian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word association",1,1,1 ], "an early method of psychoanalysis in which the patient thinks of the first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word association",1,1,1 ], "claimed that aspects of the unconscious could be revealed before defence mechanisms" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "word association",1,1,1 ], "intervene" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "word association",1,1,1 ], "word that comes into consciousness on hearing a given word| In this way it was" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word blindness",1,1,1 ], "the nontechnical name for alexia and dyslexia" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word class",1,1,1 ], "a form class in which the members are words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word deafness",1,1,1 ], "lesion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word deafness",1,1,1 ], "loss of ability to understand spoken words, esp| as the result of a cerebral" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word game",1,1,1 ], "any game involving the formation, discovery, or alteration of a word or words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word order",1,1,1 ], "the arrangement of words in a phrase, clause, or sentence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word picture",1,1,1 ], "a verbal description, esp| a vivid one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word processing",1,1,1 ], "business purposes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word processing",1,1,1 ], "the storage and organization of language by electronic means, esp| for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word square",1,1,1 ], "a puzzle in which the player must fill a square grid with words that read the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word square",1,1,1 ], "same across as down" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word stress",1,1,1 ], "in isolation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word stress",1,1,1 ], "the stress accent on the syllables of individual words either in a sentence or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,1 ], "linguists would analyse these further into morphemes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,1 ], "one of the units of speech or writing that native speakers of a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,1 ], "usually regard as the smallest isolable meaningful element of the language, although" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,10 ], "as good as one's word| doing what one has undertaken or promised to do" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,11 ], "at a word| at once" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,12 ], "by word of mouth| through the medium of human speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,13 ], "in a word| briefly or in short" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,14 ], "a| my word!an exclamation of surprise, annoyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,14,2 ], "Austral| an exclamation of agreement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,15 ], "of one's word| given to or noted for keeping one's promises" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,16 ], "put in a word or good word for| to make favourable mention of (someone);" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,16 ], "recommend" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,17 ], "take someone at his or her word| to assume that someone means, or will do," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,17 ], "what he or she says" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,18 ], "take someone's word for it| to accept or believe what someone says" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,19 ], "the last word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,19,1 ], "supposedly settles an issue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,19,1 ], "the closing remark of a conversation or argument, esp| a remark that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,19,2 ], "the latest or most fashionable design, make, or model" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,19,3 ], "the finest example (of some quality, condition, etc|);the last word in luxury" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,2 ], "an instance of vocal intercourse; chat, talk, or discussion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,20 ], "the word| the proper or most fitting expression" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,21 ], "upon or on my word!" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,21,1 ], "Archaic| on my honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,21,2 ], "an exclamation of surprise, annoyance, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,22 ], "word for word" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,22,1 ], "(of a report, transcription, etc|) using exactly the same words as those" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,22,1 ], "employed in the situation being reported; verbatim" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,22,2 ], "translated by substituting each word in the new text for each corresponding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,22,2 ], "word in the original rather than by general sense" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,23 ], "word of honour| a promise; oath" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,24 ], "of, relating to, or consisting of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,3 ], "an utterance or expression, esp| a brief one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,4 ], "news or information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,5 ], "a verbal signal for action; command" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,6 ], "an undertaking or promise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,7 ], "an autocratic decree or utterance; order" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,8 ], "a watchword or slogan, as of a political party" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,9 ], "a set of bits used to store, transmit, or operate upon an item of information" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,9 ], "in a computer, such as a program instruction| It usually consists of 32, 36, 48," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,1,9 ], "or 64 bits" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,2,1 ], "to state in words, usually specially selected ones; phrase" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word",1,3,1 ], "to inform or advise (a person)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word-perfect",1,1,1 ], "correct in every detail" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word-perfect",1,1,2 ], "(of a speech, part in a play, etc|) memorized perfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "word-perfect",1,1,3 ], "(of a speaker, actor, etc|) knowing one's speech, role, etc|, perfectly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordage",1,1,1 ], "words considered collectively, esp| a quantity of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordbook",1,1,1 ], "a book containing words, usually with their meanings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordbook",1,1,2 ], "a libretto for an opera" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordbreak",1,1,1 ], "the point at which a word is divided when it runs over from one line of print" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordbreak",1,1,1 ], "to the next" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wording",1,1,1 ], "the way in which words are used to express a statement, report, etc|, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wording",1,1,1 ], "written one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wording",1,1,2 ], "the words themselves, as used in a written statement or a sign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordless",1,1,1 ], "inarticulate or silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordless",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to vocal music that is not provided with an articulated text" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordplay",1,1,1 ], "repartee, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wordplay",1,1,1 ], "verbal wit based on the meanings and ambiguities of words; puns, clever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,1 ], "the text of a part of an actor, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,10 ], "of many words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,11 ], "(not) talkative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,12 ], "put into words| to express in speech or writing as well as thought" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,13 ], "say a few words| to give a brief speech" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,14 ], "take the words out of one's mouth| to say exactly what someone else was about" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,14 ], "to say" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,15 ], "words fail me| I am too happy, sad, amazed, etc|, to express my thoughts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,2 ], "the text of lyrics of a song, as opposed to the music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,3 ], "angry speech (esp| in the phrase have words with someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,4 ], "eat one's words| to retract a statement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,5 ], "for words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,6 ], "(preceded by too and an adj| or adv|) indescribably; extremely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,7 ], "have no words for| to be incapable of describing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,8 ], "in other words| expressing the same idea but differently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "words",1,1,9 ], "in so many words| explicitly or precisely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordy",1,1,1 ], "wordier, wordiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordy",1,1,2 ], "using, inclined to use, or containing an excess of words" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wordy",1,1,3 ], "of the nature of or relating to words; verbal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wore",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work back",1,1,1 ], "to work overtime" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work camp",1,1,1 ], "a camp set up for young people who voluntarily do manual work on a worthwhile" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work camp",1,1,1 ], "project" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work force",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work force",1,1,1 ], "the total number of workers employed by a company on a specific job, project," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work force",1,1,2 ], "the total number of people who could be employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work function",1,1,1 ], "solid to a point just outside its surface| Symbol: q or Q" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work function",1,1,1 ], "the minimum energy required to transfer an electron from a point within a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work function",1,1,2 ], "another name (not now used because of confusion with sense 1) for Helmholtz" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work function",1,1,2 ], "function" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work of art",1,1,1 ], "a piece of fine art, such as a painting or sculpture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work of art",1,1,2 ], "intricacy, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work of art",1,1,2 ], "something that may be likened to a piece of fine art, esp| in beauty," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work off",1,1,1 ], "to get rid of or dissipate, as by effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work off",1,1,2 ], "to discharge (a debt) by labour rather than payment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work on",1,1,1 ], "to persuade or influence or attempt to persuade or influence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work over",1,1,1 ], "to do again; repeat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work over",1,2,1 ], "to examine closely and throughly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work over",1,3,1 ], "to assault or thrash" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work sheet",1,1,1 ], "a sheet of paper used for the preliminary or rough draft of a problem, design," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work sheet",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work sheet",1,1,2 ], "a piece of paper recording work being planned or already in progress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work up",1,1,1 ], "to arouse the feelings of; excite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work up",1,1,2 ], "to cause to grow or develop" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work up",1,1,3 ], "to move or cause to move gradually upwards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work up",1,1,4 ], "to manipulate or mix into a specified object or shape" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work up",1,1,5 ], "to gain knowledge of or skill at (a subject)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,1 ], "physical or mental effort directed towards doing or making something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,10 ], "the transfer of energy expressed as the product of a force and the distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,10 ], "through which its point of application moves in the direction of the force| Abbrevs|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,11 ], "a structure, wall, etc|, built or used as part of a fortification system" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,12 ], "at work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,12,1 ], "at one's job or place of employment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,12,2 ], "in action; operating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,13 ], "make short work of| Informal| to handle or dispose of very quickly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,14 ], "of, relating to, or used for work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,2 ], "paid employment at a job or a trade, occupation, or profession" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,3 ], "a duty, task, or undertaking" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,4 ], "something done, made, etc|, as a result of effort or exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,5 ], "materials or tasks on which to expend effort or exertion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,6 ], "another word for workmanship (sense 3)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,7 ], "the place, office, etc|, where a person is employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,8 ], "any piece of material that is undergoing a manufacturing operation or process;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,8 ], "workpiece" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,8,1 ], "decoration or ornamentation, esp| of a specified kind" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,8,2 ], "(in combination)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,1,9 ], "an engineering structure such as a bridge, building, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,10,1 ], "to effect or accomplish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,10,2 ], "to make (one's way) with effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,11,1 ], "to make or decorate by hand in embroidery, tapestry, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,12,1 ], "(of a mechanism) to move in a loose or otherwise imperfect fashion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,13,1 ], "(of liquids) to ferment, as in brewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,14,1 ], "to manipulate or exploit to one's own advantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,15,1 ], "to cheat or swindle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,2,1 ], "to exert effort in order to do, make, or perform something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,3,1 ], "to be employed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,4,1 ], "to carry on operations, activity, etc|, in (a place or area)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,5,1 ], "to cause to labour or toil" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,5,2 ], "to operate or cause to operate, esp| properly or effectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,6,1 ], "to till or cultivate (land)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,6,2 ], "to handle or manipulate or be handled or manipulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,6,3 ], "to shape, form, or process or be shaped, formed, or processed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,6,4 ], "to reach or cause to reach a specific condition, esp| gradually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,7,1 ], "to solve (a mathematical problem)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,8,1 ], "to move in agitation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work",1,9,1 ], "to provoke or arouse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work-harden",1,1,1 ], "such as tension, compression, or torsion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "work-harden",1,1,1 ], "to increase the strength or hardness of (a metal) by a mechanical process," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work-study",1,1,1 ], "an examination of ways of finding the most efficient method of doing a job," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "work-study",1,1,1 ], "esp| in terms of time and effort" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workable",1,1,1 ], "practicable or feasible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workable",1,1,2 ], "able to be worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workaday",1,1,1 ], "being a part of general human experience; ordinary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workaday",1,1,2 ], "suitable for working days; everyday or practical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workbag",1,1,1 ], "a container for implements, tools, or materials, esp| sewing equipment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workbench",1,1,1 ], "a heavy table at which work is done by a carpenter, mechanic, toolmaker, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workbook",1,1,1 ], "an exercise book or textbook used for study, esp| a textbook with spaces for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workbook",1,1,1 ], "answers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workbook",1,1,2 ], "a book of instructions for some process" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workbook",1,1,3 ], "a book in which is recorded all work done or planned" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workday",1,1,1 ], "the usual U|S| term for working day" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workday",1,2,1 ], "another word for workaday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worked",1,1,1 ], "made or decorated with evidence of workmanship; wrought, as with embroidery or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worked",1,1,1 ], "tracery" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that works, usually at a specific job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worker",1,1,2 ], "an employee in an organization, as opposed to an employer or manager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worker",1,1,3 ], "a manual labourer or other employee working in a manufacturing or other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worker",1,1,3 ], "industry" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worker",1,1,4 ], "any other member of the working class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worker",1,1,5 ], "a sterile female member of a colony of bees, ants, or wasps that forages for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worker",1,1,5 ], "food, cares for the larvae, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worker-priest",1,1,1 ], "a Roman Catholic priest who has full-time or part-time employment in a secular" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worker-priest",1,1,1 ], "job to be more closely in touch with the problems of the laity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workhorse",1,1,1 ], "a horse used for nonrecreational activities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workhorse",1,1,2 ], "a person who takes on the greatest amount of work in a project or job" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workhouse",1,1,1 ], "(formerly in England) an institution maintained at public expense where" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workhouse",1,1,1 ], "able-bodied paupers did unpaid work in return for food and accommodation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workhouse",1,1,2 ], "(in the U|S|) a prison for petty offenders serving short sentences at manual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workhouse",1,1,2 ], "labour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "working capital",1,1,1 ], "current assets minus current liabilities" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working capital",1,1,2 ], "current or liquid assets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working capital",1,1,3 ], "that part of the capital of a business enterprise available for operations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working class",1,1,1 ], "the social stratum, usually of low status, that consists of those who earn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working class",1,1,1 ], "wages, esp| as manual workers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "working class",1,2,1 ], "working-class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working class",1,2,2 ], "of, relating to, or characteristic of the working class" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working day",1,1,1 ], "a day on which work is done, esp| for an agreed or stipulated number of hours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working day",1,1,1 ], "in return for a salary or wage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "working day",1,1,2 ], "the part of the day allocated to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working drawing",1,1,1 ], "a scale drawing of a part or assembly that provides a guide for manufacture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working papers",1,1,1 ], "allowed to work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "working papers",1,1,1 ], "legal documents that certain people in some countries must possess to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working party",1,1,1 ], "a committee established to investigate a problem, question, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working party",1,1,2 ], "a group of soldiers or prisoners assigned to perform some manual task or duty" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working substance",1,1,1 ], "the fluid, esp| water, steam, or compressed air, that operates an engine, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working week",1,1,1 ], "the number of hours or days in a week actually or officially allocated to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working week",1,1,1 ], "work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,1,1 ], "the operation or mode of operation of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,1,2 ], "the act or process of moulding something pliable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,1,3 ], "a convulsive or jerking motion, as from excitement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,1,4 ], "a part of a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,1,5 ], "the whole system of excavations in a mine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,1,6 ], "slow advance against or as if against resistance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,2,1 ], "relating to or concerned with a person or thing that works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,2,2 ], "concerned with, used in, or suitable for work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,2,3 ], "capable of being operated or used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,2,4 ], "sufficiently large or accurate to be useful or to accomplish a desired end" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,2,5 ], "(of a theory, etc|) providing a basis, usually a temporary one, on which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "working",1,2,5 ], "operations or procedures may be carried out" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workload",1,1,1 ], "machine, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workload",1,1,1 ], "the amount of work to be done, esp| in a specified period by a person," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workman",1,1,1 ], "a man who is employed in manual labour or who works an industrial machine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workman",1,1,2 ], "a craftsman of skill as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workmanlike",1,1,1 ], "appropriate to or befitting a good workman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workmanship",1,1,1 ], "the art or skill of a workman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workmanship",1,1,2 ], "the art or skill with which something is made or executed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workmanship",1,1,3 ], "the degree of art or skill exhibited in the finished product" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workmanship",1,1,4 ], "the piece of work so produced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workmen's compensation",1,1,1 ], "compensation for death, injury, or accident suffered by a workman in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workmen's compensation",1,1,1 ], "course of his employment and paid to him or his dependents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workpeople",1,1,1 ], "the working members of a population, esp| those employed in manual tasks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workpiece",1,1,1 ], "a piece of metal or other material that is in the process of being worked on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workpiece",1,1,1 ], "or made or has actually been cut or shaped by a hand tool or machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workroom",1,1,1 ], "a room in which work, usually manual labour, is done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workroom",1,1,2 ], "a room in a house set aside for a hobby, such as sewing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works council",1,1,1 ], "a council composed of both employer and employees convened to discuss matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works council",1,1,1 ], "by regular trade union agreements" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "works council",1,1,1 ], "of common interest concerning a factory, plant, business policy, etc|, not covered" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "works council",1,1,2 ], "a body representing the workers of a plant, factory, etc|, elected to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works council",1,1,2 ], "negotiate with the management about working conditions, wages, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,1 ], "a place where a number of people are employed, such as a factory" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,2 ], "the sum total of a writer's or artist's achievements, esp| when considered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,2 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,3 ], "acts" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,3 ], "the deeds of a person, esp| virtuous or moral deeds performed as religious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,4 ], "the interior parts of the mechanism of a machine, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,5 ], "in the works| Informal| in preparation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,6 ], "spanner in the works" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,7 ], "the works| Slang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,7,1 ], "full or extreme treatment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,7,2 ], "a very violent physical beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,8 ], "manufacturer in an event" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "works",1,1,8 ], "of or denoting a racing car, etc|, that is officially entered by a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workshop",1,1,1 ], "a room or building in which manufacturing or other forms of manual work are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workshop",1,1,1 ], "carried on" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "workshop",1,1,2 ], "a room in a private dwelling, school, etc|, set aside for crafts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workshop",1,1,3 ], "a group of people engaged in study or work on a creative project or subject" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "workshy",1,1,1 ], "not inclined to work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worktable",1,1,1,1 ], "any table at which writing, sewing, or other work may be done" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worktable",1,1,1,2 ], "(in English cabinetwork) a small elegant table fitted with sewing accessories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world language",1,1,1 ], "a language spoken and known in many countries, such as English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world language",1,1,2 ], "a artificial language for international use, such as Esperanto" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world power",1,1,1 ], "a state that possesses sufficient power to influence events throughout the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world power",1,1,1 ], "world" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,1 ], "the earth as a planet, esp| including its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,10 ], "any field of human activity or way of life or those involved in it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,11 ], "a period or state of existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,12 ], "esp| that part of it relating to happiness" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,12 ], "the total circumstances and experience of an individual that make up his life," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,13 ], "a large amount, number, or distance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,14 ], "worldly or secular life, ways, or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,15 ], "all the world and his wife| a large group of people of various kinds" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,16 ], "bring into the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,16,1 ], "(of a midwife, doctor, etc|) to deliver (a baby)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,16,2 ], "to give birth to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,17 ], "come into the world| to be born" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,18 ], "dead to the world| Informal| unaware of one's surroundings, esp| fast asleep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,18 ], "or very drunk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,19 ], "for the world| for any inducement, however great" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,2 ], "mankind; the human race" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,20 ], "for all the world| in every way; exactly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,21 ], "give to the world| to publish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,22 ], "in the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,23 ], "(intensifier; usually used with a negative): no-one in the world can change" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,23 ], "things" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,24 ], "life, philosophies, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,24 ], "the best of both worlds| the benefits from two different or opposed ways of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,25 ], "man of the world| a man" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,26 ], "(or woman) experienced in social or public life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,27 ], "on top of the world| Informal| exultant, elated, or very happy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,28 ], "out of this world| Informal| wonderful; excellent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,29 ], "set the world on fire| to be exceptionally or sensationally successful" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,3 ], "people generally; the public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,30 ], "think the world of| to be extremely fond of or hold in very high esteem" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,31 ], "world of one's own| a state of mental detachment from other people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,32 ], "world without end| for ever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,33 ], "of or concerning most or all countries; worldwide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,34 ], "throughout the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,4 ], "social or public life" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,5 ], "the universe or cosmos; everything in existence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,6 ], "a complex united whole regarded as resembling the universe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,7 ], "any star or planet, esp| one that might be inhabited" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,8 ], "a division or section of the earth, its history, or its inhabitants" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world",1,1,9 ], "an area, sphere, or realm considered as a complete environment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world-beater",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that surpasses all others in its category; champion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world-line",1,1,1 ], "a line on a space-time path that shows the path of a body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world-shaking",1,1,1 ], "of enormous significance; momentous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world-view",1,1,1 ], "another word for Weltanschauung" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "world-weary",1,1,1 ], "no longer finding pleasure in living; tired of the world" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldling",1,1,1 ], "a person who is primarily concerned with worldly matters or material things" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,1,1 ], "lier, liest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,1,2 ], "not spiritual; mundane or temporal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,1,3 ], "absorbed in or concerned with material things or matters that are immediately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,1,3 ], "relevant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,1,4 ], "versed in the ways of the world; sophisticated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,1,5 ], "existing on or relating to the earth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,1,6 ], "secular; lay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldly",1,2,1 ], "in a worldly manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worldwide",1,1,1 ], "applying or extending throughout the world; universal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm gear",1,1,1 ], "(worm wheel) so that rotary motion can be transferred between two shafts at right" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm gear",1,1,1 ], "a device consisting of a threaded shaft (worm) that mates with a gear wheel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm gear",1,1,1 ], "angles to each other" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "worm gear",1,1,2 ], "a gear wheel driven by a threaded shaft or worm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm lizard",1,1,1 ], "Africa, South and Central America, and S Europe" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm lizard",1,1,1 ], "any worm-like burrowing legless lizard of the family Amphisbaenidae, of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,1 ], "(roundworms), and flatworms, having a slender elongated body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,1 ], "any of various invertebrates, esp| the annelids (earthworms, etc|), nematodes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,10 ], "any wormlike organ, structure, or part, such as the middle lobe of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,10 ], "cerebellum (vermis cerebelli)|Technical name: vermis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,2 ], "and wireworm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,2 ], "any of various insect larvae having an elongated body, such as the silkworm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,3 ], "any of various unrelated animals that resemble annelids, nematodes, etc|, such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,3 ], "as the glow-worm and shipworm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,4 ], "a gnawing or insinuating force or agent that torments or slowly eats away" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,5 ], "a wretched or spineless person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,6 ], "anything that resembles a worm in appearance or movement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,7 ], "a shaft on which a helical groove has been cut, as in a gear arrangement in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,7 ], "which such a shaft meshes with a toothed wheel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,8 ], "a spiral pipe cooled by air or flowing water, used as a condenser in a still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,1,9 ], "a nontechnical name for lytta" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,2,1 ], "to move, act, or cause to move or act with the slow sinuous movement of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,2,1 ], "worm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,2,2 ], "(foll| by in, into, out of, etc|) to make (one's way) slowly and stealthily;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,2,2 ], "insinuate (oneself)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,3,1 ], "to extract (information, a secret, etc|) from by persistent questioning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,4,1 ], "to free from or purge of worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,5,1 ], "render the surface smooth for parcelling and serving" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worm",1,5,1 ], "to wind yarn around (a rope) so as to fill the spaces between the strands and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm's eye view",1,1,1 ], "a view seen from below or from a more lowly or humble point" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm-eaten",1,1,1 ], "eaten into by worms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm-eaten",1,1,2 ], "decayed; rotten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worm-eaten",1,1,3 ], "old-fashioned; antiquated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormcast",1,1,1 ], "a coil of earth or sand that has been egested by a burrowing earthworm or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormcast",1,1,1 ], "lugworm" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wormhole",1,1,1 ], "a hole made by a worm in timber, plants, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worms",1,1,1 ], "any disease or disorder, usually of the intestine, characterized by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worms",1,1,1 ], "infestation with parasitic worms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wormseed",1,1,1 ], "(or C| ambrosioides)(American wormseed), and the santonica plant" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wormseed",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants having seeds or other parts used in medicine to treat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormseed",1,1,1 ], "worm infestation, esp| an American chenopodiaceous plant, Chenopodium anthelminticum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wormseed",1,1,2 ], "the part of any of these plants that is used as an anthelmintic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormwood",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wormwood",1,1,1 ], "absinthium, a European plant yielding a bitter extract used in making absinthe: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wormwood",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the chiefly N temperate genus Artemisia, esp| A|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormwood",1,1,2 ], "something that embitters, such as a painful experience" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormy",1,1,1 ], "wormier, wormiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormy",1,1,2 ], "worm-infested or worm-eaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormy",1,1,3 ], "resembling a worm in appearance, ways, or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormy",1,1,4 ], "(of wood) having irregular small tunnels bored into it and tracked over its" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wormy",1,1,4 ], "surface, made either by worms or artificially" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wormy",1,1,5 ], "low or grovelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worn",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worn",1,2,1 ], "affected, esp| adversely, by long use or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worn",1,2,2 ], "haggard; drawn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worn",1,2,3 ], "exhausted; spent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worn-out",1,1,1 ], "worn or used until threadbare, valueless, or useless" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worn-out",1,1,2 ], "exhausted; very weary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worriment",1,1,1 ], "anxiety or the trouble that causes it; worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worrisome",1,1,1 ], "causing worry; vexing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worrisome",1,1,2 ], "tending to worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worrit",1,1,1 ], "dialect| to tease or worry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worry beads",1,1,1 ], "a string of beads that when fingered or played with supposedly relieves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worry beads",1,1,1 ], "nervous tension" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worrywart",1,1,1 ], "a person who tends to worry, esp| about insignificant matters" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of bad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,1,2 ], "none the worse for| not harmed by (adverse events or circumstances)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,1,3 ], "the worse for wear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,1,3,1 ], "shabby or worn" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,1,3,2 ], "a slang term for drunk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,1,4 ], "worse luck!Informal| unhappily; unfortunately" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,2,1 ], "worse off| in a worse, esp| a worse financial, condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,3,1 ], "something that is worse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,3,2 ], "for the worse| into a less desirable or inferior state or condition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,3,3 ], "go from bad to worse| to deteriorate even more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,4,1 ], "in a more severe or unpleasant manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worse",1,4,2 ], "in a less effective or successful manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worsen",1,1,1 ], "to grow or cause to grow worse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worser",1,1,1 ], "an archaic or nonstandard word for worse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,1,1 ], "any person or thing considered divine)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,1,1 ], "to show profound religious devotion and respect to; adore or venerate (God or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,2,1 ], "to be devoted to and full of admiration for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,3,1 ], "to have or express feelings of profound adoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,4,1 ], "to attend services for worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,5,1 ], "to honour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,6,1 ], "religious adoration or devotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,6,2 ], "the formal expression of religious adoration; rites, prayers, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,6,3 ], "admiring love or devotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worship",1,6,4 ], "dignity or standing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worshipful",1,1,1 ], "feeling or showing reverence or adoration" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worshipful",1,1,2 ], "a title used to address or refer to various people or bodies of distinguished" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worshipful",1,1,2 ], "rank, such as mayors and certain ancient companies of the City of London" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worsted",1,1,1 ], "a closely twisted yarn or thread made from combed long-staple wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worsted",1,1,2 ], "a fabric made from this, with a hard smooth close-textured surface and no nap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worsted",1,1,3 ], "made of this yarn or fabric" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wort",1,1,1 ], "any of various unrelated plants, esp| ones formerly used to cure diseases" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wort",1,1,2 ], "malt, used to make a malt liquor" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wort",1,1,2 ], "the sweet liquid obtained from the soaked mixture of warm water and ground" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,1,1 ], "(governing a noun with prepositional force) worthy of; meriting or justifying" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,1,2 ], "having a value of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,1,3 ], "ability" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,1,3 ], "for all one is worth| to the utmost; to the full extent of one's powers or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,1,4 ], "worth one's weight in gold| extremely helpful, kind, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,2,1 ], "high quality; excellence" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,2,2 ], "value, price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",1,2,3 ], "the amount or quantity of something of a specified value" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worth",2,1,1 ], "to happen or betide (esp| in the phrase woe worth the day)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worthless",1,1,1 ], "without practical value or usefulness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worthless",1,1,2 ], "without merit; good-for-nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "worthwhile",1,1,1 ], "spent" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "worthwhile",1,1,1 ], "sufficiently important, rewarding, or valuable to justify time or effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wot",1,1,1 ], "(indicative mood) of wit'2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wot",1,1,1 ], "(used with I, she, he, it, or a singular noun) a form of the present tense" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would",1,1,1 ], "(takes an infinitive without to or an implied infinitive) used as an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would",1,1,1 ], "auxiliary" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "would",1,1,2 ], "to form the past tense or subjunctive mood of will'1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would",1,1,3 ], "(with you, he, she, it, they, or a noun as subject) to indicate willingness or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would",1,1,3 ], "desire in a polite manner" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "would",1,1,4 ], "to describe a past action as being accustomed or habitual" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would",1,1,5 ], "I wish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would-be",1,1,1 ], "wanting or professing to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would-be",1,1,2 ], "intended to be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "would-be",1,2,1 ], "a person who wants or professes to be something that he is not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wouldn't",1,1,1 ], "contraction of would not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wouldst",1,1,1 ], "(used with the pronoun thou or its relative equivalent) a singular form of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wouldst",1,1,1 ], "past tense of will" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wound",1,1,1 ], "any break in the skin or an organ or part as the result of violence or a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wound",1,1,1 ], "surgical incision" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wound",1,1,2 ], "an injury to plant tissue" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wound",1,1,3 ], "any injury or slight to the feelings or reputation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wound",1,2,1 ], "to inflict a wound or wounds upon (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wound",2,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of wind'2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wounded",1,1,1,1 ], "suffering from wounds; injured, esp| in a battle or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wounded",1,1,1,2 ], "the wounded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wounded",1,1,2 ], "(of feelings) damaged or hurt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woundwort",1,1,1 ], "Labiatae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "woundwort",1,1,1 ], "any of various plants of the genus Stachys, such as S| arvensis , having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woundwort",1,1,1 ], "purple, scarlet, yellow, or white flowers and formerly used for dressing wounds: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "woundwort",1,1,2 ], "(labiates)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woundwort",1,1,3 ], "any of various other plants used in this way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wove paper",1,1,1 ], "paper with a very faint mesh impressed on it by the dandy roller on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wove paper",1,1,1 ], "paper-making machine" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wove",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "woven",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of weave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wow",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of admiration, amazement, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wow",1,2,1 ], "a person or thing that is amazingly successful, attractive, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wow",1,3,1 ], "to arouse great enthusiasm in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wow",2,1,1 ], "a slow variation or distortion in pitch that occurs at very low audio" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wow",2,1,1 ], "frequencies in sound-reproducing systems, such as a record player, usually due to variation" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wow",2,1,1 ], "in speed of the turntable, etc" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wowser",1,1,1 ], "a fanatically puritanical person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wowser",1,1,2 ], "a teetotaller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",1,1,1 ], "collapse or destruction (esp| in the phrase wrack and ruin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",1,1,2 ], "something destroyed or a remnant of such" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",2,1,1 ], "cast ashore" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",2,1,1 ], "seaweed or other marine vegetation that is floating in the sea or has been" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",2,1,2 ], "any of various seaweeds of the genus Fucus, such as F| serratus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",2,1,2,1 ], "a wreck or piece of wreckage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",2,1,2,2 ], "a remnant or fragment of something destroyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrack",2,2,1 ], "to be or cause to be wrecked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wraith",1,1,1 ], "around the time of his death" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wraith",1,1,1 ], "the apparition of a person living or thought to be alive, supposed to appear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wraith",1,1,2 ], "a ghost or any apparition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wraith",1,1,3 ], "an insubstantial copy of something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wraith",1,1,4 ], "something pale, thin, and lacking in substance, such as a column of smoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangle",1,1,1 ], "to argue, esp| noisily or angrily" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangle",1,2,1 ], "to encourage, persuade, or obtain by argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangle",1,3,1 ], "to herd (cattle or horses)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangle",1,4,1 ], "a noisy or angry argument" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangler",1,1,1 ], "one who wrangles" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangler",1,1,2 ], "a herder; cowboy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangler",1,1,3 ], "(at Cambridge University) a candidate who has obtained first-class honours in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrangler",1,1,3 ], "the mathematics tripos|The wrangler with the highest marks is called the senior" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrangler",1,1,3 ], "wrangler" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wrap up",1,1,1 ], "to fold paper around" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap up",1,1,2 ], "to put warm clothes on" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap up",1,1,3 ], "to be silent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap up",1,2,1,1 ], "to settle the final details of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap up",1,2,1,2 ], "to make a summary of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,1,1 ], "(mainly tr|) to fold or wind (paper, cloth, etc|) around (a person or thing)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,1,1 ], "so as to cover" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,1,2 ], "(often foll| by up) to fold paper, etc|, around to fasten securely" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,1,3 ], "to surround or conceal by surrounding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,1,4 ], "to enclose, immerse, or absorb" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,1,5 ], "to fold, wind, or roll up" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,2,1 ], "to be or become wound or extended" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,2,2 ], "(often foll| by up) Also: rap| Austral| informal| to praise (someone)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,3,1 ], "a garment worn wrapped around the body, esp| the shoulders, such as a shawl or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,3,1 ], "cloak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,3,2 ], "short for wrapround (sense 4)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,3,3 ], "wrapping or a wrapper" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,3,4 ], "a commendation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,3,5 ], "keep under wraps| to keep secret" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrap",1,3,6 ], "take the wraps off| to reveal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapped",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of wrap" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapped",1,2,1 ], "very pleased: delighted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapped",1,2,2 ], "wrapped up in| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapped",1,2,2,1 ], "completely absorbed or engrossed in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapped",1,2,2,2 ], "implicated or involved in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapper",1,1,1 ], "the cover, usually of paper or cellophane, in which something is wrapped" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapper",1,1,2 ], "around its body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrapper",1,1,2 ], "the ripe firm tobacco leaf forming the outermost portion of a cigar and wound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapper",1,1,3 ], "a loose negligee or dressing gown, esp| in the 19th century" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapping",1,1,1 ], "the material used to wrap something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,1,1 ], "made so as to be wrapped round something" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,1,2 ], "surrounding, curving round, or overlapping" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,2,1 ], "a flexible plate of plastic, metal, or rubber that is made flat but used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,2,1 ], "wrapped round the plate cylinder of a rotary press" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,2,2 ], "a separately printed sheet folded around a section for binding| Sometimes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,2,2 ], "shortened to wrap" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,2,3 ], "a slip of paper folded round the dust jacket of a book to announce a price" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrapround",1,2,3 ], "reduction, special offer, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrasse",1,1,1 ], "any marine percoid fish of the family Labridae, of tropical and temperate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrasse",1,1,1 ], "as food fishes" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wrasse",1,1,1 ], "seas, having thick lips, strong teeth, and usually a bright coloration: many are used" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrath",1,1,1 ], "angry, violent, or stern indignation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrath",1,1,2 ], "divine vengeance or retribution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrath",1,1,3 ], "a fit of anger or an act resulting from anger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrath",1,2,1 ], "incensed; angry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrathful",1,1,1 ], "full of wrath; raging or furious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrathful",1,1,2 ], "resulting from or expressing wrath|Also (informal): wrathy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreak",1,1,1 ], "to inflict (vengeance, etc|) or to cause (chaos, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreak",1,1,2 ], "to express, or gratify (anger, hatred, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreak",1,1,3 ], "to take vengeance for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreath",1,1,1 ], "a band of flowers or foliage intertwined into a ring, usually placed on a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreath",1,1,1 ], "grave as a memorial or worn on the head as a garland or a mark of honour" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wreath",1,1,2 ], "any circular or spiral band or formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreath",1,1,3 ], "a spiral or circular defect appearing in porcelain and glassware" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreathe",1,1,1 ], "to form into or take the form of a wreath by intertwining or twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreathe",1,1,1 ], "together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wreathe",1,2,1 ], "to decorate, crown, or encircle with wreaths" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreathe",1,2,2 ], "to move or cause to move in a twisting way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,1,1 ], "to involve in or suffer disaster or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,2,1 ], "to cause the wreck of (a ship)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,3,1,1 ], "the accidental destruction of a ship at sea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,3,1,2 ], "the ship so destroyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,3,2 ], "goods cast ashore from a wrecked vessel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,3,3 ], "a person or thing that has suffered ruin or dilapidation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,3,4 ], "the remains of something that has been destroyed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreck",1,3,5 ], "the act of wrecking or the state of being wrecked; ruin or destruction" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrecker",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that ruins or destroys" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrecker",1,1,2 ], "a person whose job is to demolish buildings or dismantle cars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrecker",1,1,3 ], "(formerly) a person who lures ships to destruction to plunder the wreckage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrecker",1,1,4 ], "a U|S| name for breakdown van" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreckfish",1,1,1 ], "another name for stone bass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wreckful",1,1,1 ], "causing wreckage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrecking bar",1,1,1 ], "a short crowbar, forked at one end and slightly angled at the other to make a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrecking bar",1,1,1 ], "fulcrum" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wren",1,1,1 ], "Troglodytidae, esp| Troglodytes troglodytes (wren in Britain, winter wren in the U|S|)| They" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wren",1,1,1 ], "any small brown passerine songbird of the chiefly American family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wren",1,1,1 ], "have a slender bill and feed on insects" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wren",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar birds of the families Muscicapidae (Australian" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wren",1,1,2 ], "warblers), Xenicidae (New Zealand wrens), etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,1,1 ], "(something) from that to which it is attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,1,1 ], "to give (something) a sudden or violent twist or pull esp| so as to remove" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,2,1 ], "to twist suddenly so as to sprain (a limb)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,3,1 ], "to give pain to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,4,1 ], "to twist from the original meaning or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,5,1 ], "to make a sudden twisting motion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,6,1 ], "a forceful twist or pull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,6,2 ], "an injury to a limb, caused by twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,6,3 ], "sudden pain caused esp| by parting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,6,4 ], "a parting that is difficult or painful to make" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,6,5 ], "a distorting of the original meaning or purpose" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrench",1,6,6 ], "a spanner, esp| one with adjustable jaws" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrest pin",1,1,1 ], "(on a piano, etc|) a pin around which one end of a string is wound: it may be" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrest pin",1,1,1 ], "turned by means of a tuning key to alter the tension of the string" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrest",1,1,1 ], "to take or force away by violent pulling or twisting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrest",1,1,2 ], "to seize forcibly by violent or unlawful means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrest",1,1,3 ], "to obtain by laborious effort" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrest",1,1,4 ], "to distort in meaning, purpose, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrest",1,2,1 ], "the act or an instance of wresting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrest",1,2,2 ], "a small key used to tune a piano or harp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,1,1 ], "the closed fist" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,1,1 ], "to fight (another person) by holding, throwing, etc|, without punching with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,2,1 ], "to participate in wrestling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,2,2 ], "(when intr|, foll| by with or against) to fight with (a person, problem, or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,2,2 ], "thing)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,3,1 ], "to move laboriously, as with wrestling movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,4,1 ], "to throw (an animal) for branding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,5,1 ], "the act of wrestling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestle",1,5,2 ], "a struggle or tussle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestling",1,1,1 ], "any of certain sports in which the contestants fight each other according to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrestling",1,1,1 ], "ground or by causing him to submit" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "wrestling",1,1,1 ], "principal object is to overcome the opponent either by throwing or pinning him to the" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wrestling",1,1,1 ], "various rules governing holds and usually forbidding blows with the closed fist| The" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wretch",1,1,1 ], "a despicable person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wretch",1,1,2 ], "a person pitied for his misfortune" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wretched",1,1,1 ], "in poor or pitiful circumstances" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wretched",1,1,2 ], "characterized by or causing misery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wretched",1,1,3 ], "despicable; base" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wretched",1,1,4 ], "poor, inferior, or paltry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wretched",1,1,5 ], "(intensifier qualifying something undesirable)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrier",1,1,1 ], "the comparative of wry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wriest",1,1,1 ], "the superlative of wry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wriggle",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make twisting movements" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wriggle",1,2,1 ], "to progress by twisting and turning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wriggle",1,3,1 ], "to manoeuvre oneself by clever or devious means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wriggle",1,4,1 ], "a wriggling movement or action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wriggle",1,4,2 ], "a sinuous marking or course" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wright",1,1,1 ], "a person who creates, builds, or repairs something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by out) to twist and compress to squeeze (a liquid) from (cloth," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,1,1 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,2,1 ], "to twist forcibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,3,1 ], "to clasp and twist (one's hands), esp| in anguish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,4,1 ], "to distress" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,5,1 ], "to grip (someone's hand) vigorously in greeting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,6,1 ], "to obtain by or as if by forceful means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,7,1 ], "to writhe with or as if with pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,7,2 ], "wringing wet| soaking; drenched" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wring",1,8,1 ], "an act or the process of wringing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wringer",1,1,1 ], "a machine for drying clothes, textiles, etc|, often consisting of two rollers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wringer",1,1,1 ], "between which the cloth is squeezed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrinkle",1,1,1 ], "a result of age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrinkle",1,1,1 ], "a slight ridge in the smoothness of a surface, such as a crease in the skin as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrinkle",1,2,1 ], "to make or become wrinkled, as by crumpling, creasing, or puckering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrinkle",2,1,1 ], "a clever or novel trick, hint, or device" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrist pin",1,1,1 ], "a cylindrical boss or pin attached to the side of a wheel parallel with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrist pin",1,1,1 ], "axis, esp| one forming a bearing for a crank" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrist pin",1,1,2 ], "the U|S| name for gudgeon pin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrist",1,1,1 ], "the joint between the forearm and the hand| Technical name: carpus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrist",1,1,2 ], "the part of a sleeve or glove that covers the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrist",1,1,2,2 ], "a joint in which a wrist pin forms the pivot" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrist-drop",1,1,1 ], "paralysis of the extensor muscles of the wrist and fingers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wristband",1,1,1 ], "a band around the wrist, esp| one attached to a watch or forming part of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wristband",1,1,1 ], "long sleeve" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wristlet",1,1,1 ], "a band or bracelet worn around the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wristlock",1,1,1 ], "a wrestling hold in which a wrestler seizes his opponent's wrist and exerts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wristlock",1,1,1 ], "pressure against the joints of his hand, arm, or shoulder" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wristwatch",1,1,1 ], "a watch worn strapped around the wrist" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writ of execution",1,1,1 ], "a writ ordering that a judgment be enforced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writ",1,1,1 ], "a document under seal, issued in the name of the Crown or a court, commanding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writ",1,1,1 ], "the person to whom it is addressed to do or refrain from doing some specified act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "writ",1,1,2 ], "a piece or body of writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writ",2,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write out",1,1,1 ], "to put into writing or reproduce in full form in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write out",1,1,2 ], "to exhaust (oneself or one's creativity) by excessive writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write out",1,1,3 ], "to remove (a character) from a television or radio series" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,1,1 ], "pen, pencil, or other instrument" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,1,1 ], "to draw or mark (symbols, words, etc|) on a surface, usually paper, with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,1,2 ], "to describe or record (ideas, experiences, etc|) in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,1,3 ], "etc|)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,1,3 ], "to compose (a letter) to or correspond regularly with (a person, organization," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,10,1 ], "to ordain or prophesy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,11,1 ], "to produce writing as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,11,2 ], "to record (data) in a location in a storage device, such as a drum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,2,1 ], "to say or communicate by letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,3,1 ], "to send a letter to (a person, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,3,2 ], "to write (words) in cursive as opposed to printed style" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,4,1 ], "in writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,4,1 ], "to be sufficiently familiar with (a specified style, language, etc|) to use it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,4,2 ], "to be the author or composer of (books, music, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,5,1 ], "to fill in the details for (a document, form, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,6,1 ], "to draw up or draft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,7,1 ], "to produce by writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,8,1 ], "to show clearly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "write",1,9,1 ], "to spell, inscribe, or entitle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,1 ], "a person who writes books, articles, etc|, esp| as an occupation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,2 ], "the person who has written something specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,3 ], "a person who is able to write or write well" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,4 ], "a scribe or clerk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,5 ], "a composer of music" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,6 ], "a Scottish| name for solicitor" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,7 ], "writer to the signet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer",1,1,8 ], "(in Scotland) a lawyer who conducts cases before the Court of Session" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer's cramp",1,1,1 ], "a muscular spasm or temporary paralysis of the muscles of the thumb and first" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writer's cramp",1,1,1 ], "two fingers caused by prolonged writing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "writhe",1,1,1 ], "to twist or squirm in or as if in pain" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writhe",1,2,1 ], "to move with such motions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writhe",1,3,1 ], "to suffer acutely from embarrassment, revulsion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writhe",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of writhing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writhen",1,1,1 ], "a past tense of writhe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writhen",1,2,1 ], "twisted; distorted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing desk",1,1,1 ], "a piece of furniture with a writing surface and drawers and compartments for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing desk",1,1,1 ], "papers, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "writing paper",1,1,1 ], "paper sized to take writing ink and used for letters and other manuscripts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,1 ], "(syllabic writing), or by regarding each symbol as corresponding roughly or exactly to" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,1 ], "a group of letters or symbols written or marked on a surface as a means of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,1 ], "communicating ideas by making each symbol stand for an idea, concept, or thing (see" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,1 ], "each of the sounds in the language (alphabetic writing)" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,1 ], "ideogram), by using each symbol to represent a set of sounds grouped into syllables" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,2 ], "short for handwriting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,3 ], "anything expressed in letters, esp| a literary composition" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,4 ], "the work of a writer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,5 ], "literary style, art, or practice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,6 ], "written form" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,7 ], "related to or used in writing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "writing",1,1,8 ], "writing on the wall| a sign or signs of approaching disaster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "written",1,1,1 ], "the past participle of write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "written",1,2,1 ], "taken down in writing; transcribed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "written",1,3,1 ], "Women's Royal Naval Service" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "written",1,4,1 ], "warrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "written",1,5,1 ], "German name: Breslau| f" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "written",1,5,1 ], "an industrial city in SW Poland, on the River Oder: passed to Austria (1527)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "written",1,5,1 ], "and to Prussia (1741); returned to Poland in 1945| Pop|: 565,000 (1974 est|)|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrong fount",1,1,1 ], "an error in composition in which a type of the wrong face or size is used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrong number",1,1,1 ], "a telephone number dialled in error or the person so contacted" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrong-foot",1,1,1 ], "balance" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrong-foot",1,1,1 ], "to play a shot in such a way so as to cause (one's opponent) to be off" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrong-foot",1,1,2 ], "to take by surprise so as to place in an embarrassing social position" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrong-headed",1,1,1 ], "constantly wrong in judgment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrong-headed",1,1,2 ], "foolishly stubborn; obstinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrongdoer",1,1,1 ], "a person who acts immorally or illegally" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrongful",1,1,1 ], "immoral, unjust, or illegal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrote",1,1,1 ], "the past tense of write" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wroth",1,1,1 ], "angry; irate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrought iron",1,1,1,1 ], "It is made by various processes and is often used for decorative work" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wrought iron",1,1,1,1 ], "a pure form of iron having a low carbon content and a fibrous microstructure|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrought iron",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrought",1,1,1 ], "a past tense or past participle of work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrought",1,2,1 ], "shaped by hammering or beating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrought",1,2,2 ], "formed, fashioned, or worked as specified" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrought",1,2,3 ], "decorated or made with delicate care" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrought-up",1,1,1 ], "excited or agitated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrung",1,1,1 ], "the past tense or past participle of wring" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrybill",1,1,1 ], "a New Zealand plover, Anarhynchus frontalis, having its bill deflected to one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wrybill",1,1,1 ], "side enabling it to search for food beneath stones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wryneck",1,1,1 ], "either of two cryptically coloured Old World woodpeckers, Jynx torquilla or J|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wryneck",1,1,1 ], "ruficollis, which do not drum on trees" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wryneck",1,1,2 ], "another name for torticollis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wryneck",1,1,3 ], "a person who has a twisted neck" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wt|",1,1,1 ], "weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wulfenite",1,1,1 ], "a yellow, orange, red, or grey lustrous secondary mineral consisting of lead" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wulfenite",1,1,1 ], "molybdate in the form of platelike tetragonal crystals| It occurs with lead ores and is a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wulfenite",1,1,1 ], "source of molybdenum| Formula: PbMoO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "wunderkind",1,1,1 ], "a child prodigy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wunderkind",1,1,2 ], "a person who is exceptionally successful in his field while still young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wurley",1,1,1 ], "an Aboriginal hut" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wurst",1,1,1 ], "a large sausage, esp| of a type made in Germany, Austria, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wus",1,1,1 ], "a casual term of address" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wuthering",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wuthering",1,1,2 ], "(of a wind) blowing strongly with a roaring sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wuthering",1,1,3 ], "(of a place) characterized by such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wych-elm",1,1,1 ], "Eurasian elm tree, Ulmus glabra, having a rounded shape, longish pointed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wych-elm",1,1,1 ], "leaves, clusters of small flowers, and winged fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "wych-elm",1,1,2 ], "the wood of this tree" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wych-hazel",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of witch hazel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wynd",1,1,1 ], "a narrow lane or alley" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wyvern",1,1,1 ], "a heraldic beast having a serpent's tail and a dragon's head and a body with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "wyvern",1,1,1 ], "wings and two legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "w|",1,1,1 ], "week" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|",1,1,2 ], "weight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|",1,1,3 ], "width" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|",1,1,4 ], "wife" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|",1,1,5 ], "with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|",1,1,5,1 ], "wide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|",1,1,5,2 ], "wicket" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|b|",1,1,1 ], "water ballast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|b|",1,1,2 ], "waybill" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|b|",1,1,3 ], "westbound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|c|",1,1,1 ], "water closet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|c|",1,1,2 ], "without charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|e|f|",1,1,1 ], "with effect from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|f|",1,1,1 ], "wrong fount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|g|",1,1,1 ], "water gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|g|",1,1,2 ], "wire gauge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|l|",1,1,1 ], "water line" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "w|p|m|",1,1,1 ], "words per minute" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x",1,1,1 ], "ex" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x",1,1,2 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "x",1,1,2 ], "the x-axis or a coordinate measured along the x-axis in a Cartesian coordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x",1,1,3 ], "an algebraic variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-radiation",1,1,1 ], "another term for x-ray" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray astronomy",1,1,1 ], "emitted by certain celestial bodies| As x-rays are absorbed by the atmosphere," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray astronomy",1,1,1 ], "satellites and rockets are used" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray astronomy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of astronomy concerned with the detection and measurement of x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray crystallography",1,1,1 ], "beam of x-rays through it and observing and analysing the diffraction pattern" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray crystallography",1,1,1 ], "produced" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray crystallography",1,1,1 ], "the study and practice of determining the structure of a crystal by passing a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray star",1,1,1 ], "a star that emits x-rays, as well as other types of radiation| The x-rays are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray star",1,1,1 ], "detected by instruments carried in satellites and space probes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray therapy",1,1,1 ], "the therapeutic use of x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray tube",1,1,1 ], "an evacuated tube containing a metal target onto which is directed a beam of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray tube",1,1,1 ], "electrons at high energy for the generation of x-rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,1,1,1 ], "electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths (100-0|4 nanometres) between that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,1,1,1 ], "heavy atoms, are bombarded with fast electrons" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,1,1,1 ], "of ultraviolet radiation and gamma radiation| They are emitted when atoms, esp|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,1,2 ], "a picture produced by exposing photographic film to x-rays: used in medicine" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,1,2 ], "appear as opaque areas on the picture" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,1,2 ], "as a diagnostic aid as parts of the body, such as bones, absorb x-rays and so" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,2,1 ], "to photograph (part of the body, etc|) using x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-ray",1,2,2 ], "to treat or examine by means of x-rays" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-unit",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to 0|100,202 X 10'-'1'2 metre, for expressing the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "x-unit",1,1,1 ], "wavelengths of x-rays and gamma rays" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthate",1,1,1 ], "any salt or ester of xanthic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthein",1,1,1 ], "flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthein",1,1,1 ], "the soluble part of the yellow pigment that is found in the cell sap of some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthene",1,1,1 ], "a yellowish crystalline heterocyclic compound used as a fungicide;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthene",1,1,1 ], "benzo-1,4-pyran| Its molecular structural unit is found in many dyes, such as rhodamine and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthene",1,1,1 ], "fluorosein| Formula: CH2(C\6H\4)2O" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "xanthic acid",1,1,1 ], "ROC(S)SH, where R is an organic group| Their salts are the xanthates" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthic acid",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of organic sulphur-containing acids with the general formula" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthic",1,1,1 ], "of, containing, or derived from xanthic acid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthic",1,1,2 ], "having a yellow colour|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthin",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of yellow or orange carotene derivatives that occur in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthin",1,1,1 ], "fruit and flowers of certain plants" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthine",1,1,1 ], "a crystalline compound related in structure to uric acid and found in urine," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthine",1,1,1 ], "blood, certain plants, and certain animal tissues| Formula: C5H4N4O2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthine",1,1,2 ], "any substituted derivative of xanthine, esp| one of the three" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthine",1,1,2 ], "as stimulants and diuretics" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "xanthine",1,1,2 ], "pharmacologically active methylated xanthines, caffeine, theophylline, or theobromine, which act" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xantho-",1,1,1 ], "indicating yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthochroid",1,1,1 ], "complexion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthochroid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating races having light-coloured hair and a pale" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthochroism",1,1,1 ], "a condition in certain animals, esp| aquarium goldfish, in which all skin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthochroism",1,1,1 ], "pigments other than yellow and orange disappear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthoma",1,1,1 ], "on the eyelids, caused by a disorder of lipid metabolism" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthoma",1,1,1 ], "the presence in the skin of fatty yellow or brownish plaques or nodules, esp|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthophyll",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of yellow carotenoid pigments occurring in plant and animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xanthophyll",1,1,1 ], "tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthous",1,1,1 ], "complexion" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xanthous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or designating races with yellowish hair and a light" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xebec",1,1,1 ], "a small three-masted Mediterranean vessel with both square and lateen sails," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xebec",1,1,1 ], "formerly used by Algerian pirates and later used for commerce" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xenia",1,1,1 ], "pollination" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xenia",1,1,1 ], "the influence of pollen upon the form of the fruit developing after" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xeno-",1,1,1 ], "indicating something strange, different, or foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenocryst",1,1,1 ], "a crystal included within an igneous rock as the magma cooled but not formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenocryst",1,1,1 ], "from it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xenogamy",1,1,1 ], "another name for cross-fertilization" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the supposed production of offspring completely unlike either parent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenogenesis",1,1,2 ], "another name for abiogenesis or alternation of generations" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenoglossia",1,1,1 ], "an ability claimed by some mediums, clairvoyants, etc|, to speak a language" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenoglossia",1,1,1 ], "with which they are unfamiliar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xenolith",1,1,1 ], "a fragment of rock differing in origin, composition, structure, etc|, from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenolith",1,1,1 ], "igneous rock enclosing it" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xenomorphic",1,1,1 ], "(of a mineral constituent of an igneous rock) not having its characteristic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenomorphic",1,1,1 ], "crystal shape because of deforming pressure from adjacent minerals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xenon",1,1,1 ], "-107|1 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "xenon",1,1,1 ], "a colourless odourless gaseous element occurring in trace amounts in air;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenon",1,1,1 ], "formerly considered inert it is now known to form compounds and is used in radio valves," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xenon",1,1,1 ], "stroboscopic and bactericidal lamps, and bubble chambers| Symbol: Xe; atomic no|: 54; atomic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "xenon",1,1,1 ], "wt|: 131|30; density: 5|887 kg/m'3; melting pt|: -111|9 degrees C; boiling pt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "xenophile",1,1,1 ], "a person who likes foreigners or things foreign" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenophobe",1,1,1 ], "a person who hates or fears foreigners or strangers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xenophobia",1,1,1 ], "hatred or fear of foreigners or strangers or of their politics or culture" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xerarch",1,1,1 ], "(of a sere) having its origin in a dry habitat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xeric",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or growing in dry conditions" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xero-",1,1,1 ], "indicating dryness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xeroderma",1,1,1 ], "any abnormal dryness of the skin as the result of diminished secretions from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xeroderma",1,1,1 ], "the sweat or sebaceous glands" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xeroderma",1,1,2 ], "another name for ichthyosis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xerography",1,1,1 ], "a photocopying process in which an electrostatic image is formed on a selenium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xerography",1,1,1 ], "adheres to the charged regions, and the image is then transferred to a sheet of paper" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "xerography",1,1,1 ], "on which it is fixed by heating" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "xerography",1,1,1 ], "plate or cylinder| The plate or cylinder is dusted with a resinous powder, which" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xeromorphic",1,1,1 ], "(of plants or plant parts) having characteristics that serve as protection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xeromorphic",1,1,1 ], "against excessive loss of water" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xerophilous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants or animals) adapted for growing or living in dry surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xerophthalmia",1,1,1 ], "excessive dryness of the cornea and conjunctiva, caused by a deficiency of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xerophthalmia",1,1,1 ], "vitamin A" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xerophyte",1,1,1 ], "a xerophilous plant, such as a cactus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xerosere",1,1,1 ], "a sere that originates in dry surroundings" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xerosis",1,1,1 ], "abnormal dryness of bodily tissues, esp| the skin, eyes, or mucous membranes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xi",1,1,1 ], "the 14th letter in the Greek alphabet (#GF, #Gf), a composite consonant," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xi",1,1,1 ], "transliterated as x" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xiphi-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a sword, esp| something shaped like or resembling a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xiphoid",1,1,1 ], "shaped like a sword" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xiphoid",1,1,2 ], "of or relating to the xiphisternum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xiphoid",1,2,1 ], "another name for xiphisternum" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xiphosuran",1,1,1 ], "any chelicerate arthropod of the subclass Xiphosura, including the horseshoe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xiphosuran",1,1,1 ], "crabs and many extinct forms" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xiphosuran",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the subclass Xiphosura" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xis",1,1,1 ], "Cartesian coordinate system along which the x-coordinate is measured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xis",1,1,1 ], "a reference axis, usually horizontal, of a graph or two- or three-dimensional" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylan",1,1,1 ], "a yellow polysaccharide consisting of xylose units: occurs in straw husks and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylan",1,1,1 ], "other woody tissue" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xylem",1,1,1 ], "a plant tissue that conducts water and mineral salts from the roots to all" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylem",1,1,1 ], "is of two types (see protoxylem, metaxylem), both of which are made up of vessels," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "xylem",1,1,1 ], "other parts, provides mechanical support, and forms the wood of trees and shrubs| It" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xylem",1,1,1 ], "tracheids, and other elements" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "xylene",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic hydrocarbon existing in three isomeric forms, all three being" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylene",1,1,1 ], "colourless flammable volatile liquids used as solvents and in the manufacture of synthetic" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xylene",1,1,1 ], "resins, dyes, and insecticides; dimethylbenzene| Formula: C6H4(CH\3)2",3 ). c_DEF([ "xylene",1,1,1 ], "xylol" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "xylidine",1,1,1 ], "Formula: (CH\3)2C6H3NH2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xylidine",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of six isomeric amines derived from xylene and used in dyes|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylidine",1,1,2 ], "any one of these isomers" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylo-",1,1,2 ], "indicating xylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylocarp",1,1,1 ], "a fruit, such as a coconut, having a hard woody pericarp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylograph",1,1,1 ], "an engraving in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylograph",1,1,2 ], "a print taken from a wood block" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylograph",1,2,1 ], "to print (a design, illustration, etc|) from a wood engraving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylography",1,1,1 ], "the art, craft, or process of printing from wooden blocks" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xyloid",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling wood; woody" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylol",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for xylene" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylophagous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain insects, crustaceans, etc|) feeding on or living within wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylophone",1,1,1 ], "a percussion instrument consisting of a set of wooden bars of graduated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylophone",1,1,1 ], "length| It is played with hard-headed hammers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xylose",1,1,1 ], "a white crystalline dextrorotatory sugar found in the form of xylan in wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylose",1,1,1 ], "and in foods for diabetics| Formula: C5H10O5" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "xylose",1,1,1 ], "and straw| It is extracted by hydrolysis with acids and used in dyeing, tanning," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xylotomous",1,1,1 ], "(of certain insects, insect larvae, etc|) cutting or boring into wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylotomy",1,1,1 ], "the preparation of sections of wood for examination by microscope" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylyl",1,1,1 ], "as modifier of, containing, or denoting the group of atoms (CH\3)2C6H3-," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "xylyl",1,1,1 ], "derived from xylene" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "xyster",1,1,1 ], "a surgical instrument for scraping bone; surgical rasp or file" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,1 ], "symbol for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,1 ], "the 25th letter of the modern English alphabet" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,2 ], "a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually a semivowel, as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,2 ], "in yawn, or a vowel, as in symbol or shy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,2 ], "system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,2 ], "the y-axis or a coordinate measured along the y-axis in a Cartesian coordinate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,2,1 ], "something shaped like a Y" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,2,2 ], "a Y-cross" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y",1,1,3 ], "an algebraic variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yabber",1,1,1 ], "to talk or jabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yabber",1,2,1 ], "talk or jabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yabby",1,1,1 ], "any of several small freshwater crayfish: used as bait" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yacht",1,1,1 ], "a vessel propelled by sail or power, used esp| for pleasure cruising, racing," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yacht",1,1,1 ], "etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yacht",1,1,2 ], "short for sand yacht or ice yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yacht",1,2,1 ], "to sail or cruise in a yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yachting",1,1,1,1 ], "the sport or practice of navigating a yacht" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yachting",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yack",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of yak ,2 " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yackety-yak",1,1,1 ], "noisy, continuous, and trivial talk or conversation| Sometimes shortened to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yackety-yak",1,1,1 ], "yak" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yaffle",1,1,1 ], "another name for green woodpecker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yah",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for yes, often used to indicate derision or contempt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yah",1,2,1 ], "an exclamation of derision or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yahoo",1,1,1 ], "a crude, brutish, or obscenely coarse person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yak",1,1,1 ], "a wild and domesticated type of cattle, Bos grunniens, of Tibet, having long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yak",1,1,1 ], "horns and long shaggy hair" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yakka",1,1,1 ], "work" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yam",1,1,1 ], "any of various twining plants of the genus Dioscorea, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yam",1,1,1 ], "subtropical regions, cultivated for their edible tubers: family Dioscoreaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yam",1,1,2 ], "the starchy tuber of any of these plants, which is eaten as a vegetable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yam",1,1,3 ], "any of certain large varieties of sweet potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yam",1,1,4 ], "a Scot| name for the (common)potato" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yamen",1,1,1 ], "(in imperial China) the office or residence of a public official" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yammer",1,1,1 ], "to utter or whine in a complaining or peevish manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yammer",1,1,2 ], "to make (a complaint) loudly or persistently" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yammer",1,2,1 ], "(esp| of an animal) to howl or wail plaintively or distressingly; yelp or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yammer",1,2,1 ], "yowl" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yammer",1,3,1 ], "a yammering sound, wail, or utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yammer",1,3,2 ], "nonsense; jabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yank",1,1,1 ], "to pull, jerk, or move with a sharp movement; tug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yank",1,2,1 ], "a sharp jerking movement; tug" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,1,1 ], "(intr|)(of a dog)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,1,2 ], "to bark in quick sharp bursts; yelp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,1,3 ], "to talk at length in an annoying or stupid way; jabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,2,1 ], "a high-pitched or sharp bark; yelp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,2,2 ], "annoying or stupid speech; jabber" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,2,3 ], "a derogatory word for mouth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,3,1 ], "an imitation or representation of the sound of a dog yapping or people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yap",1,3,1 ], "jabbering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yapok",1,1,1 ], "America, having dense fur and preying on shrimps, crayfish, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yapok",1,1,1 ], "an amphibious nocturnal opossum, Chironectes minimus, of Central and South" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yapon",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of yaupon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarborough",1,1,1 ], "a hand of 13 cards in which no card is higher than nine|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard grass",1,1,1 ], "an Old World perennial grass, Eleusine indica, with prostrate leaves, growing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard grass",1,1,1 ], "as a troublesome weed on open ground, yards, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yard of ale",1,1,1 ], "about one yard long and holding between two and three pints" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yard of ale",1,1,1 ], "the beer or ale contained in a narrow horn-shaped drinking glass, usually" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard of ale",1,1,2 ], "such a drinking glass itself" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",1,1,1 ], "a unit of length equal to 3 feet and defined in 1963 as exactly 0|9144 metre" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",1,1,2 ], "a cylindrical wooden or hollow metal spar, tapered at the ends, slung from a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",1,1,2 ], "mast of a square-rigged or lateen-rigged vessel and used for suspending a sail|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yard",1,1,3 ], "short for yardstick ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,1 ], "a piece of enclosed ground, usually either paved or laid with concrete and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,1 ], "often adjoining or surrounded by a building or buildings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,1,1 ], "an enclosed or open area used for some commercial activity, for storage, etc|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,1,2 ], "a brickyard; a shipyard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,2 ], "a U|S| word for garden ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,3 ], "an area having a network of railway tracks and sidings, used for storing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,3 ], "rolling stock, making up trains, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,4 ], "the winter pasture of deer, moose, and similar animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yard",2,1,5 ], "an enclosed area used to draw off part of a herd, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yardage",1,1,1 ], "a length measured in yards" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yardage",2,1,1 ], "the use of a railway yard in the transportation of cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yardage",2,1,2 ], "the charge for this" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yardarm",1,1,1 ], "the outer end of a yard, outside the sheave holes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yardbird",1,1,1 ], "an inexperienced, untrained, or clumsy soldier, esp| one employed on menial" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yardbird",1,1,1 ], "duties" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yardstick",1,1,1 ], "a measure or standard used for comparison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yardstick",1,1,2 ], "a graduated stick, one yard long, used for measurement" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yare",1,1,1 ], "yarer, yarest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yare",1,1,2 ], "ready, brisk, or eager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yare",1,1,3 ], "(of a vessel) answering swiftly to the helm; easily handled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yare",1,2,1 ], "readily or eagerly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarmulke",1,1,1 ], "Conservative Judaism, and by strongly religious Jews at all times" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yarmulke",1,1,1 ], "a man's skullcap worn at prayer, esp| by adherents of Orthodox or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,1,1 ], "a continuous twisted strand of natural or synthetic fibres, used in weaving," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,1,1 ], "knitting, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,1,2 ], "a long and often involved story or account, usually telling of incredible or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,1,2 ], "fantastic events" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,1,3 ], "spin a yarn| Informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,1,3,1 ], "to tell such a story" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,1,3,2 ], "to make up or relate a series of excuses" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarn",1,2,1 ], "to tell such a story or stories" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarn-dyed",1,1,1 ], "(of fabric) dyed while still in yarn form, before being woven" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarrow",1,1,1 ], "Compositae (composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yarrow",1,1,1 ], "any of several plants of the genus Achillea, esp| A| millefolium, of Eurasia," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yarrow",1,1,1 ], "having finely dissected leaves and flat clusters of white flower heads: family" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yashmak",1,1,1 ], "the face veil worn by Muslim women when in public" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yataghan",1,1,1 ], "a Turkish sword with a curved single-edged blade" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yate",1,1,1 ], "any of several small eucalyptus trees, esp| Eucalyptus cornuta, yielding a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yate",1,1,1 ], "very hard timber" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yauld",1,1,1 ], "dialect| alert, sprightly, or nimble" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yaup",1,2,1 ], "a variant spelling of yawp" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yaupon",1,1,1 ], "a southern U|S| evergreen holly shrub, Ilex vomitoria, with spreading" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yaupon",1,1,1 ], "branches, scarlet fruits, and oval leaves: used as a substitute for tea" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yautia",1,1,1 ], "any of several West Indian aroid plants of the genus Xanthosoma, such as X|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yautia",1,1,1 ], "sagittifolium, cultivated for their edible leaves and underground stems" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yautia",1,1,2 ], "the leaves or underground stems of these plants, which can be eaten as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yautia",1,1,2 ], "vegetables" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yawl",1,1,1 ], "a two-masted sailing vessel, rigged fore-and-aft, with a large mainmast and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawl",1,1,1 ], "small mizzenmast stepped aft of the rudderpost" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yawl",1,1,2 ], "a ship's small boat, usually rowed by four or six oars" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawl",2,1,1 ], "to howl, weep, or scream harshly; yowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawn",1,1,1 ], "reaction to tiredness, sleepiness, or boredom" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yawn",1,1,1 ], "to open the mouth wide and take in air deeply, often as in involuntary" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawn",1,2,1 ], "to express or utter while yawning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawn",1,3,1 ], "to be open wide as if threatening to engulf (someone or something)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawn",1,4,1 ], "the act or an instance of yawning" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawp",1,1,1 ], "dialect and U|S| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawp",1,2,1 ], "to gape or yawn, esp| audibly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawp",1,2,2 ], "to shout, cry, or talk noisily; bawl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawp",1,2,3 ], "to bark, yelp, or yowl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawp",1,3,1 ], "a shout, bark, yelp, or cry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yawp",1,3,2 ], "a noisy, foolish, or raucous utterance" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yaws",1,1,1 ], "an infectious nonvenereal disease of tropical climates with early symptoms" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yaws",1,1,1 ], "it is caused by the spiral bacterium Treponema pertenue" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yaws",1,1,1 ], "resembling syphilis, characterized by red skin eruptions and, later, pain in the joints:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yclept",1,1,1 ], "a past participle of clepe" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yclept",1,2,1 ], "having the name of; called" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yd",1,1,1 ], "yard (measure)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ye",1,1,1 ], "including the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ye",1,1,1 ], "refers to more than one person including the person addressed but not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ye",1,1,2 ], "refers to one person addressed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ye",2,1,1 ], "a form of the ,1 , used as a supposed archaism, esp| in conjunction with other" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ye",2,1,1 ], "putative archaic spellings" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yea",1,1,1 ], "a less common word for aye (yes)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yea",1,2,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yea",1,2,2 ], "indeed; truly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeah",1,1,1 ], "yes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yean",1,1,1 ], "(of a sheep or goat) to give birth to (offspring)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeanling",1,1,1 ], "the young of a goat or sheep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year of grace",1,1,1 ], "any year of the Christian era, as dated from the presumed date of Christ's" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year of grace",1,1,1 ], "birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,1 ], "366 days| It is based on the Gregorian calendar, being divided into 12 calendar" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,1 ], "months, and is reckoned from January 1 to December 31" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,1 ], "the period of time, the calendar year, containing 365 days or in a leap year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,10 ], "a group of pupils or students, who are taught or study together, divided into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,10 ], "classes at school" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,11 ], "the year dot| Informal| as long ago as can be remembered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,12 ], "a full year| It is applied for certain purposes, such as to determine the time" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,12 ], "within which wrecks must be claimed" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,12 ], "year and a day| English law| a period fixed by law to ensure the completion of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,13 ], "year in, year out| regularly or monotonously, over a long period" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,2 ], "a period of twelve months from any specified date, such as one based on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,2 ], "four seasons" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,3 ], "a specific period of time, usually occupying a definite part or parts of a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,3 ], "twelve-month period, used for some particular activity" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,4 ], "365|242,19 days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,4 ], "revolution around the sun, measured between two successive vernal equinoxes: equal to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,4 ], "the period of time, the solar year, during which the earth makes one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,5 ], "revolution around the sun, measured between two successive conjunctions of a particular" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,5 ], "star: equal to 365|256,36 days" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,5 ], "the period of time, the sidereal year, during which the earth makes one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,6 ], "354|3671 days" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,6 ], "the period of time, the lunar year, containing 12 lunar months and equal to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,7 ], "around the sun" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,7 ], "the period of time taken by a specified planet to complete one revolution" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,8 ], "age, esp| old age" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year",1,1,9 ], "time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "year-round",1,1,1 ], "open, in use, operating, etc|, throughout the year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearbook",1,1,1 ], "an almanac or other reference book published annually and containing details" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearbook",1,1,1 ], "of events of the previous year" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yearling",1,1,1 ], "between one and two years of age" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yearling",1,1,1 ], "the young of any of various animals, including the antelope and buffalo," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearling",1,1,2 ], "a thoroughbred racehorse counted for racing purposes as being one year old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearling",1,1,2 ], "until the second Jan| 1 following its birth" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yearling",1,1,2,1 ], "a bond that is intended to mature after one year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearling",1,1,2,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearling",1,2,1 ], "being a year old" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearlong",1,1,1 ], "throughout a whole year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearn",1,1,1 ], "(usually foll| by for or after or an infinitive) to have an intense desire or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearn",1,1,1 ], "longing (for); hanker or pine (for)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yearn",1,1,2 ], "to feel tenderness or affection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yearning",1,1,1 ], "an intense or overpowering longing, desire, or need; craving" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeast cake",1,1,1 ], "for use in baking or brewing" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeast cake",1,1,1 ], "living yeast cells compressed with a little starch into a small cake, suitable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,1 ], "any of various single-celled ascomycetous fungi of the genus Saccharomyces and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,1 ], "related genera, which reproduce by budding and are able to ferment sugars: a rich" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,1 ], "source of vitamins of the B complex" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,2 ], "a commercial preparation containing yeast cells and inert material such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,2 ], "meal that is used in raising dough for bread and for fermenting beer, whisky, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,3 ], "B deficiency" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,3 ], "a preparation containing yeast cells, used to treat diseases caused by vitamin" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,1,4 ], "froth or foam, esp| on beer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeast",1,2,1 ], "to froth or foam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeasty",1,1,1 ], "yeastier, yeastiest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeasty",1,1,2 ], "of, resembling, or containing yeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeasty",1,1,3 ], "fermenting or causing fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeasty",1,1,4 ], "tasting of or like yeast" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeasty",1,1,5 ], "insubstantial or frivolous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeasty",1,1,6 ], "restless, agitated, or unsettled" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeasty",1,1,7 ], "covered with or containing froth or foam" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yegg",1,1,1 ], "a burglar or safe-breaker" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeld",1,1,1 ], "dialect" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeld",1,1,2 ], "(of an animal) barren or too young to bear young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeld",1,1,3 ], "(of a cow) not yielding milk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yelk",1,1,1 ], "a dialect word for yolk (of an egg)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yell",1,1,1 ], "to shout, scream, cheer, or utter in a loud or piercing way" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yell",1,2,1 ], "a loud piercing inarticulate cry, as of pain, anger, or fear" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yell",1,2,2 ], "a rhythmic cry of words or syllables, used in cheering in unison" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow belly",1,1,1 ], "any of several freshwater food fishes with yellow underparts" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow bile",1,1,1 ], "one of the four bodily humours, choler" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow cake",1,1,1 ], "a uranium ore" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow fever",1,1,1 ], "an acute infectious disease of tropical and subtropical climates," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow fever",1,1,1 ], "characterized by fever, haemorrhages, vomiting of blood, and jaundice: caused by a virus" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow fever",1,1,1 ], "transmitted by the bite of a female mosquito of the species Aedes aegypti" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jack",1,1,1 ], "another name for yellow fever" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jack",1,1,2 ], "a yellow flag hoisted on a ship to warn of disease, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jack",1,1,3 ], "any of certain large yellowish carangid food fishes, esp| Caranx bartholomaei," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jack",1,1,3 ], "of warm and tropical Atlantic waters" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jacket",1,1,1 ], "any of several social wasps of the genus Vespa, having yellow markings on the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jacket",1,1,1 ], "body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jasmine",1,1,1 ], "a climbing shrub, Gelsemium sempervirens, of the southeastern U|S|, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow jasmine",1,1,1 ], "fragrant funnel-shaped yellow flowers: family Loganiaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow journalism",1,1,1 ], "attract readers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow journalism",1,1,1 ], "the type of journalism that relies on sensationalism and lurid exaggeration to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow line",1,1,1 ], "a yellow line painted along the edge of a road indicating waiting" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow line",1,1,1 ], "restrictions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow metal",1,1,1 ], "a type of brass having about 60 per cent copper and 40 per cent zinc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow metal",1,1,2 ], "another name for gold" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow pages",1,1,1 ], "a classified telephone directory or section of a directory that lists" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow pages",1,1,1 ], "subscribers by the business or service provided" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow peril",1,1,1 ], "or destroy the supremacy of White or Western civilization" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow peril",1,1,1 ], "the power or alleged power of Asiatic peoples, esp| the Chinese, to threaten" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow poplar",1,1,1 ], "another name for tulip tree ,1,1 or tulipwood ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow spot",1,1,1 ], "another name for macula lutea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow streak",1,1,1 ], "a cowardly or weak trait, characteristic, or flaw in a person's nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow water lily",1,1,1 ], "an aquatic nymphaeaceous plant, Nuphar lutea, of Europe and N Asia, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow water lily",1,1,1 ], "floating heartshaped leaves and yellow flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of colours that vary in saturation but have the same hue| They" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,1,1 ], "complementary colour of blue and with cyan and magenta forms a set of primary colours" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,1,1 ], "lie in the approximate wavelength range 585-575 nanometres| Yellow is the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,1,2 ], "a pigment or dye of or producing these colours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,1,3 ], "yellow cloth or clothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,1,4 ], "the yolk of an egg" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,1,5 ], "a yellow ball in snooker, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,2,1 ], "of the colour yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,2,2 ], "yellowish in colour or having parts or marks that are yellowish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,2,3 ], "having a yellowish skin; Mongoloid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,2,4 ], "cowardly or afraid" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,2,5 ], "offensively sensational, as a cheap newspaper (esp| in the phrase yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,2,5 ], "press)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellow",1,3,1 ], "to make or become yellow" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow-belly",1,1,1 ], "a slang word for coward" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow-dog contract",1,1,1 ], "a contract with an employer, now illegal, in which an employee agreed not to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellow-dog contract",1,1,1 ], "join a trade union during his employment" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowbark",1,1,1 ], "another name for calisaya" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowbird",1,1,1 ], "any of various birds having a yellow plumage, such as the American goldfinch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowhammer",1,1,1 ], "a European bunting, Emberiza citrinella, having a yellowish head and body and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowhammer",1,1,1 ], "brown streaked wings and tail" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowhammer",1,1,2 ], "an informal name for the yellow-shafted flicker, an American woodpecker (see" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowhammer",1,1,2 ], "flicker#5%2)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowlegs",1,1,1 ], "either of two North American sandpipers, Tringa melanoleuca (or Totanus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowlegs",1,1,1 ], "melanoleucus)(greater yellowlegs) or T| flavipes , having bright yellow legs" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellows",1,1,1 ], "any of various fungal or viral diseases of plants, characterized by yellowish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellows",1,1,1 ], "discoloration and stunting" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellows",1,1,2 ], "another name for jaundice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowtail",1,1,1 ], "Mexico, having a yellow tail fin" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowtail",1,1,1 ], "a carangid game fish, Seriola dorsalis, of coastal waters of S California and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowtail",1,1,2 ], "any of various similar fishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowweed",1,1,1 ], "any of various yellow-flowered plants, such as the ragwort in Europe and some" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowweed",1,1,1 ], "species of goldenrod in the U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,1 ], "Cladrastis, esp| C| lutea, of the southeastern U|S|, having clusters of white flowers and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,1 ], "any of several leguminous trees of the genus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,1 ], "yellow wood yielding a yellow dye" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,2 ], "a rutaceous tree, Zanthoxylum flavum, of the West Indies, with smooth hard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,2 ], "wood" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,3 ], "any of several other trees with yellow wood, esp| Podocarpus falcatus, a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,3 ], "conifer of southern Africa: family Podocarpaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yellowwood",1,1,4 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yelp",1,1,1 ], "(esp| of a dog) to utter a sharp or high-pitched cry or bark, often indicating" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yelp",1,1,1 ], "pain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yelp",1,2,1 ], "a sharp or high-pitched cry or bark" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yen",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Japan, divided into 100 sen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman of the guard",1,1,1 ], "a member of the bodyguard (Yeomen of the Guard) of the English monarch| This" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman of the guard",1,1,1 ], "unit was founded in 1485 and now retains ceremonial functions only" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman",1,1,1,1 ], "a member of a class of small freeholders of common birth who cultivated their" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman",1,1,1,1 ], "own land" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman",1,1,1,2 ], "an assistant or other subordinate to an official, such as a sheriff, or to a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman",1,1,1,2 ], "craftsman or trader" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman",1,1,1,3 ], "an attendant or lesser official in a royal or noble household" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) another name for yeoman of the guard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeoman",1,1,3 ], "characteristic of or relating to a yeoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeomanly",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or like a yeoman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeomanly",1,1,2 ], "courage" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeomanly",1,1,2 ], "having the virtues attributed to yeomen, such as staunchness, loyalty, and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeomanly",1,2,1 ], "in a yeomanly manner, as in being brave, staunch, or loyal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeomanry",1,1,1 ], "yeomen collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeomanry",1,1,2 ], "(in Britain) a volunteer cavalry force, organized in 1761 for home defence:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeomanry",1,1,2 ], "merged into the Territorial Army in 1907" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yep",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for yes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yerba",1,1,1 ], "another name for mate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yes man",1,1,1 ], "a servile, submissive, or acquiescent subordinate, assistant, or associate;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yes man",1,1,1 ], "sycophant" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,1,1 ], "or to answer when one is addressed" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,1,1 ], "used to express acknowledgment, affirmation, consent, agreement, or approval" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,1,2 ], "speaking, enter a room, or do something" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,1,2 ], "used, often with interrogative intonation, to signal someone to speak or keep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,2,1 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,2,2 ], "used to emphasize a positive statement, esp| when disagreeing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,3,1 ], "an answer or vote of yes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yes",1,3,2 ], "a person who votes in the affirmative" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeshiva",1,1,1 ], "a traditional Jewish school devoted chiefly to the study of rabbinic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeshiva",1,1,1 ], "literature and the Talmud" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yeshiva",1,1,2 ], "a school run by Orthodox Jews for children of elementary school age, providing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeshiva",1,1,2 ], "both religious and secular instruction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yester",1,1,1 ], "of or relating to yesterday" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yester-",1,1,1 ], "indicating the day before today" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yester-",1,1,2 ], "indicating a period of time before the present one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yesterday",1,1,1 ], "the day immediately preceding today" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yesterday",1,1,2 ], "the recent past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yesterday",1,2,1 ], "on or during the day before today" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yesterday",1,2,2 ], "in the recent past" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yesteryear",1,1,1 ], "last year or the past in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yesteryear",1,2,1 ], "during last year or the past in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yestreen",1,1,1 ], "yesterday evening" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yet",1,1,1 ], "nevertheless; still; in spite of that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yet",1,2,1 ], "so far; up until then or now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yet",1,2,2 ], "now (as contrasted with later)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yet",1,2,3 ], "even; still" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yet",1,2,4 ], "eventually, in spite of everything" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yet",1,2,5 ], "as yet| so far; up until then or now" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yeti",1,1,1 ], "another term for abominable snowman" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yew",1,1,1 ], "any coniferous tree of the genus Taxus, of the Old World and North America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yew",1,1,1 ], "cuplike red waxy cones resembling berries: family Taxaceae" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yew",1,1,1 ], "esp| T| baccata, having flattened needle-like leaves, fine-grained elastic wood, and" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yew",1,1,2 ], "the wood of any of these trees, used to make bows for archery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yew",1,1,3 ], "a bow made of yew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yid",1,1,1 ], "a derogatory word for a Jew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield point",1,1,1 ], "elongation that is independent of the applied load" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yield point",1,1,1 ], "the stress at which certain materials, such as steel, suffer a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,1,1 ], "labour, etc|; produce or bear" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,1,1 ], "to give forth or supply (a product, result, etc|), esp| by cultivation," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,2,1 ], "to furnish as a return" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,3,1 ], "to surrender or relinquish, esp| as a result of force, persuasion, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,4,1 ], "to give way, submit, or surrender, as through force or persuasion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,5,1 ], "to agree; comply; assent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,6,1 ], "to grant or allow; concede" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,7,1 ], "to pay or repay" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,1 ], "the result, product, or amount yielded" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,2 ], "the profit or return, as from an investment or tax" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,3 ], "of its cost or of its current value" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,3 ], "the annual income provided by an investment, usually expressed as a percentage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,4 ], "the energy released by the explosion of a nuclear weapon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,5 ], "obtainable" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,5 ], "reactions, usually expressed as a percentage of the quantity that is theoretically" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yield",1,8,5 ], "the quantity of a specified product obtained in a reaction or series of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yielding",1,1,1 ], "compliant, submissive, or flexible" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yielding",1,1,2 ], "pliable or soft" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yike",1,1,1 ], "an argument, squabble, or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yike",1,2,1 ], "to argue, squabble, or fight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yippee",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation of joy, pleasure, anticipation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yirr",1,1,1 ], "dialect, chiefly Scot| to snarl, growl, or yell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ylang-ylang",1,1,1 ], "an aromatic Asian tree, Cananga odorata (or Canangium odoratum), with fragrant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ylang-ylang",1,1,1 ], "greenish-yellow flowers yielding a volatile oil: family Annonaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ylang-ylang",1,1,2 ], "the oil obtained from this tree, used in perfumery" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ylem",1,1,1 ], "following the explosion postulated in the big bang theory of cosmology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ylem",1,1,1 ], "the original matter from which the basic elements are said to have been formed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yo-heave-ho",1,1,1 ], "a cry formerly used by sailors while pulling or lifting together in rhythm" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yo-ho-ho",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation to call attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yo-ho-ho",1,1,2 ], "another word for yo-heave-ho" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yo-yo",1,1,1 ], "a toy consisting of a spool attached to a string, the end of which is held" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yo-yo",1,1,1 ], "while it is repeatedly spun out and reeled in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yo-yo",1,1,2 ], "a stupid person, esp| one who is easily manipulated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yob",1,1,1 ], "an aggressive and surly youth, esp| a teenager" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yod",1,1,1 ], "the tenth letter in the Hebrew alphabet (), transliterated as y" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yodle",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of yodel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoga",1,1,1 ], "Supreme Being in a state of complete awareness and tranquillity through certain" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoga",1,1,1 ], "a Hindu system of philosophy aiming at the mystical union of the self with the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoga",1,1,1 ], "physical and mental exercises" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yoga",1,1,2 ], "any method by which such awareness and tranquillity are attained, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoga",1,1,2 ], "course of related exercises and postures designed to promote physical and spiritual" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoga",1,1,2 ], "wellbeing" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,1 ], "(young)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,1 ], "a character (#f) used in Old and Middle English to represent a palatal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,1 ], "fricative very close to the semivowel sound of Modern English y, as in Old English eong" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,2 ], "century this symbol became the modern consonantal (semivocalic)y when initial or" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,2 ], "commencing a syllable, and though no longer pronounced in medial position it is preserved" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,2 ], "in many words by a modern gh, as in thought" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,2 ], "sound approached that of German ch in ich, as in knyt (knight)| After the 14th" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,2 ], "this same character as used in Middle English for both the voiced and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yogh",1,1,2 ], "voiceless palatal fricatives; when final or in a closed syllable in medial position the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoghurt",1,1,1 ], "a thick custard-like food prepared from milk that has been curdled by" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoghurt",1,1,1 ], "bacteria, often sweetened and flavoured with fruit, chocolate, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yogi",1,1,1 ], "a person who is a master of yoga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yohimbine",1,1,1 ], "an alkaloid found in the bark of the tree Corynanthe yohimbe| It is used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yohimbine",1,1,1 ], "medicine as an adrenergic blocking agent| Formula: C21H26N2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoicks",1,1,1 ], "a cry used by huntsmen to urge on the hounds to the fox" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,1 ], "a wooden frame, usually consisting of a bar with an oxbow or similar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,1 ], "collar-like piece at either end, for attaching to the necks of a pair of draught animals," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,1 ], "esp| oxen, so that they can be worked as a team" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,10 ], "(in the ancient world) a symbolic reconstruction of a yoke, consisting of two" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,10 ], "compelled to march, esp| in Rome" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,10 ], "upright spears with a third lashed across them, under which conquered enemies were" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,11 ], "a mark, token, or symbol of slavery, subjection, or suffering" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,12 ], "a link, tie, or bond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,13 ], "a period of steady work, esp| the time during which a ploughman and his team" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,13 ], "work at a stretch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,2 ], "a person's shoulders for carrying buckets suspended at either end" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,2 ], "something resembling a yoke in form or function, such as a frame fitting over" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,3 ], "an immense oppressive force or burden" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,4 ], "a pair of oxen or other draught animals joined together by a yoke" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,5 ], "a part, esp| one of relatively thick cross section, that secures two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,5 ], "components so that they move together" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,6 ], "a crosshead that transmits the drive of an opposed piston engine from the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,6 ], "upper of a pair of linked pistons to the crankshaft through a connecting rod" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,7 ], "a crossbar fixed athwartships to the head of a rudderpost in a small boat, to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,7 ], "which are attached ropes or cables for steering" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,8 ], "a Y-shaped cable, rope, or chain, used for holding, towing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,9 ], "a fitted part of a garment, esp| around the neck, shoulders, and chest or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,1,9 ], "around the hips, to which a gathered, pleated, flared, or unfitted part is attached" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,2,1 ], "of a yoke" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,2,1 ], "to secure or harness (a draught animal) to a (plough, vehicle, etc|) by means" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,2,2 ], "to join or be joined by means of a yoke; couple, unite, or link" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoke",1,3,1 ], "to oppress, burden, or enslave" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yokefellow",1,1,1 ], "a working companion or associate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yokel",1,1,1 ], "(used chiefly by townspeople) a person who lives in the country, esp| one who" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yokel",1,1,1 ], "is simple and old-fashioned" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yolk sac",1,1,1 ], "birds, reptiles, and some fishes and contains yolk" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yolk sac",1,1,1 ], "the membranous sac that is attached to the ventral surface of the embryos of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yolk sac",1,1,2 ], "the corresponding part in the embryo of mammals, which contains no yolk" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yolk",1,1,1 ], "the developing embryo" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yolk",1,1,1 ], "the substance in an animal ovum consisting of protein and fat that nourishes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yolk",1,1,2 ], "a greasy substance secreted by the skin of a sheep and present in the fleece" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yon",1,1,1,1 ], "an archaic or dialect word for that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yon",1,1,1,2 ], "yon's a fool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yon",1,1,2 ], "variants of yonder" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yonder",1,1,1 ], "at, in, or to that relatively distant place; over there" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yonder",1,2,1 ], "being at a distance, either within view or as if within view" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoni",1,1,1 ], "matrix of generation and the visible form of Sakti" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yoni",1,1,1 ], "the female genitalia, regarded as a divine symbol of sexual pleasure and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoni",1,1,2 ], "an image of these as an object of worship" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yonnie",1,1,1 ], "a stone|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yoo-hoo",1,1,1 ], "a call to attract a person's attention" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yore",1,1,1 ], "time long past (now only in the phrase of yore)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yore",1,2,1 ], "in the past; long ago" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "york",1,1,1 ], "the bat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "york",1,1,1 ], "to bowl or try to bowl (a batsman) by pitching the ball under or just beyond" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yorker",1,1,1 ], "a ball bowled so as to pitch just under or just beyond the bat" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "you",1,1,1 ], "or persons addressed but not including the speaker" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "you",1,1,1 ], "refers to the person addressed or to more than one person including the person" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "you",1,1,2 ], "refers to an unspecified person or people in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "you",1,1,3 ], "a dialect word for yourself or yourselves when used as an indirect object" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "you",1,2,1 ], "the personality of the person being addressed or something that expresses it" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "you",1,2,2 ], "want to specify" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "you",1,2,2 ], "you know what or who| a thing or person that the speaker cannot or does not" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "you're",1,1,1 ], "contraction of you are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "you've",1,1,1 ], "contraction of you have" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young blood",1,1,1 ], "young, fresh, or vigorous new people, ideas, attitudes, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young lady",1,1,1 ], "a girlfriend; sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young man",1,1,1 ], "a boyfriend; sweetheart" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,1 ], "younger , youngest " ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,1,1 ], "having lived, existed, or been made or known for a relatively short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,2 ], "youthful or having qualities associated with youth; vigorous or lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,3 ], "of or relating to youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,4 ], "having been established or introduced for a relatively short time" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,5 ], "in an early stage of progress or development; not far advanced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,5,1 ], "(of mountains)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,6 ], "formed in the Alpine orogeny and still usually rugged in outline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,6,2 ], "another term for youthful ,1,4" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,7 ], "of or relating to a rejuvenated group or movement or one claiming to represent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,1,7 ], "the younger members of the population, esp| one adhering to a political ideology" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,2,1 ], "offspring, esp| young animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,2,2 ], "with young" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "young",1,2,3 ], "(of animals) pregnant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youngberry",1,1,1 ], "a trailing bramble of the southwestern U|S| that is a hybrid of a blackberry" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youngberry",1,1,1 ], "and dewberry with large sweet dark purple fruits" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "youngberry",1,1,2 ], "the fruit of this plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youngling",1,1,1,1 ], "a young person, animal, or plant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youngling",1,1,1,2 ], "as modifier" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youngling",1,1,2 ], "a beginner; novice" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youngster",1,1,1 ], "a young person; child or youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youngster",1,1,2 ], "a young animal, esp| a horse" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "younker",1,1,1 ], "a young man; lad" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "younker",1,1,2 ], "a young gentleman or knight" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "your",1,1,1 ], "of, belonging to, or associated with you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "your",1,1,2 ], "belonging to or associated with an unspecified person or people in general" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "your",1,1,3 ], "used to indicate all things or people of a certain type" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "your",1,1,4 ], "your actual| Brit| informal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "your",1,1,5 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yours truly",1,1,1 ], "an informal term for I, myself, or me" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yours",1,1,1 ], "something or someone belonging to or associated in some way with you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yours",1,1,2 ], "your family" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yours",1,1,3 ], "used in conventional closing phrases at the end of a letter" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yours",1,1,4 ], "of yours| belonging to or associated with you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yours",1,1,5 ], "what's yoursJocular| what would you like to drink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yourself",1,1,1,1 ], "the reflexive form of you" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yourself",1,1,1,2 ], "(intensifier)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yourself",1,1,2 ], "your normal or usual self" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth club",1,1,1 ], "a centre providing leisure activities for young people, often associated with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth club",1,1,1 ], "a church or community centre" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "youth hostel",1,1,1 ], "cheaply| Often shortened to hostel" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "youth hostel",1,1,1 ], "one of a chain of inexpensive lodging places for young people travelling" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth",1,1,1 ], "the quality or condition of being young, immature, or inexperienced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth",1,1,2 ], "the period between childhood and maturity, esp| adolescence and early manhood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth",1,1,3 ], "the freshness, vigour, or vitality characteristic of young people" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth",1,1,4 ], "any period of early development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth",1,1,5 ], "a young person, esp| a young man or boy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youth",1,1,6 ], "young people collectively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youthful",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, possessing, or characteristic of youth" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youthful",1,1,2 ], "fresh, vigorous, or active" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youthful",1,1,3 ], "in an early stage of development" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youthful",1,1,4 ], "in the early stage of the cycle of erosion, characterized by steep slopes," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "youthful",1,1,4 ], "lack of flood plains, and V-shaped valleys" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yowl",1,1,1 ], "to express with or produce a loud mournful wail or cry; howl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yowl",1,2,1 ], "a loud mournful cry; wail or howl" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yrs|",1,1,1 ], "years" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yrs|",1,1,2 ], "yours" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yr|",1,1,1 ], "year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yr|",1,1,2 ], "younger" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yr|",1,1,3 ], "your" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbia",1,1,1 ], "another name for ytterbium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbite",1,1,1 ], "another name for gadolinite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless weakly basic hygroscopic substance used in certain alloys and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbium oxide",1,1,1 ], "ceramics| Formula: Yb2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbium",1,1,1 ], "6|54; melting pt|: 824 degrees C; boiling pt|: 1193 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbium",1,1,1 ], "Yb; atomic no|: 70; atomic wt|: 173|04; valency: 2 or 3; relative density: 6|97 or" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbium",1,1,1 ], "a soft malleable silvery element of the lanthanide series of metals that" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "ytterbium",1,1,1 ], "occurs in monazite and is used to improve the mechanical properties of steel| Symbol:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yttria",1,1,1 ], "another name for yttrium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yttriferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or yielding yttrium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium metal",1,1,1 ], "any one of a group of related lantharides including yttrium, holmium, erbium," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium metal",1,1,1 ], "thulium, ytterbium, and lutecium" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium oxide",1,1,1 ], "Formula: Y2O3" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a colourless or white insoluble solid used mainly in incandescent mantles|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium",1,1,1 ], "3337 degrees C" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium",1,1,1 ], "88|90; valency: 3; relative density: 4|46; melting pt|: 1523 degrees C; boiling pt|:" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium",1,1,1 ], "a silvery metallic element occurring in monazite and gadolinite and used in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yttrium",1,1,1 ], "various alloys, in lasers, and as a catalyst| Symbol: Y; atomic no|: 39; atomic wt|:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yuan",1,1,1 ], "100 fen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yuan",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of the People's Republic of China, divided into" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yuan",1,1,2 ], "the former name for dollar ,1,2" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yucca",1,1,1 ], "any of several liliaceous plants of the genus Yucca, of tropical and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yucca",1,1,1 ], "subtropical America, having stiff lancelike leaves and spikes of white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yuk",1,1,1 ], "an exclamation indicating contempt, dislike, or disgust" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yuk",1,2,1 ], "a loud laugh or an imitation of one" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yulan",1,1,1 ], "a Chinese magnolia, Magnolia denudata, that is often cultivated for its showy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yulan",1,1,1 ], "white flowers" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yule log",1,1,1 ], "a large log of wood traditionally used as the foundation of a fire in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yule log",1,1,1 ], "hearth at Christmas" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "yule",1,1,1,1 ], "Christmas, the Christmas season, or Christmas festivities|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yule",1,1,1,2 ], "yuletide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yup",1,1,1 ], "an informal word for yes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yurt",1,1,1 ], "a circular tent consisting of a framework of poles covered with felt or skins," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "yurt",1,1,1 ], "used by Mongolian and Turkic nomads of E and central Asia" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ywis",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of iwis| &890|`ZP0" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y|",1,1,1 ], "yard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y|",1,1,2 ], "year" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "y|",1,1,3 ], "yen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,1 ], "alphabet" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,1 ], "symbol for" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,1 ], "the 26th and last letter and the 20th consonant of the modern English" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,2 ], "a speech sound represented by this letter, in English usually a voiced" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,2 ], "alveolar fricative, as in zip" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,2 ], "cylindrical coordinate system" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,2 ], "the z-axis or a coordinate measured along the z-axis in a Cartesian or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,2,1 ], "something shaped like a Z" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,2,2 ], "a Z-bend in a road" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z",1,1,3 ], "an algebraic variable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z-axis",1,1,1 ], "a reference axis of a three-dimensional Cartesian coordinate system along" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z-axis",1,1,1 ], "which the z-coordinate is measured" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zabaglione",1,1,1 ], "a light foamy dessert made of egg yolks, sugar, and marsala, whipped together" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zabaglione",1,1,1 ], "and served hot in a glass" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zaffer",1,1,1 ], "impure cobalt oxide, used to impart a blue colour to enamels" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zaibatsu",1,1,1 ], "business, and finance in Japan" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zaibatsu",1,1,1 ], "the group or combine comprising a few wealthy families that controls industry," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zaire",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Zaire" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zakuski",1,1,1 ], "hors d'oeuvres, consisting of tiny open sandwiches spread with caviar, smoked" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zakuski",1,1,1 ], "sausage, etc|, or a cold dish such as radishes in sour cream, all usually served with" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zakuski",1,1,1 ], "vodka" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zamia",1,1,1 ], "any cycadaceous plant of the genus Zamia, of tropical and subtropical America," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zamia",1,1,1 ], "having a short thick trunk, palmlike leaves, and short stout cones" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zamindar",1,1,1 ], "(in India) the owner of an agricultural estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zamindari",1,1,1 ], "(in India) a large agricultural estate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zanthoxylum",1,1,1 ], "any rutaceous shrub or tree of the genus Zanthoxylum, of temperate and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zanthoxylum",1,1,1 ], "subtropical E Asia and North America: includes the prickly ash and the West Indian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zanthoxylum",1,1,1 ], "yellowwood (or satinwood)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zap",1,1,1 ], "to attack, kill, or destroy, as with a sudden bombardment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zap",1,2,1 ], "to move quickly; rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zap",1,3,1 ], "energy, vigour, or pep" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zap",1,4,1 ], "an exclamation used to express sudden or swift action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zapateado",1,1,1 ], "a Spanish dance with stamping and very fast footwork" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zaratite",1,1,1 ], "NiCO3|2Ni(OH)2|4H2O" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zaratite",1,1,1 ], "a green amorphous mineral consisting of hydrated nickel carbonate| Formula:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zareba",1,1,1 ], "(in northern E Africa, esp| formerly) a stockade or enclosure of thorn bushes" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zareba",1,1,1 ], "around a village or campsite" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zareba",1,1,2 ], "the area so protected or enclosed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zarf",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in the Middle East) a holder, usually ornamental, for a hot coffee cup" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zarzuela",1,1,1 ], "a type of Spanish vaudeville or operetta, usually satirical in nature" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zarzuela",1,1,2 ], "a seafood stew" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zastruga",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of sastruga" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zayin",1,1,1 ], "the seventh letter of the Hebrew alphabet (), transliterated as z" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeal",1,1,1 ], "a religious movement, political cause, ideal, or aspiration" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zeal",1,1,1 ], "fervent or enthusiastic devotion, often extreme or fanatical in nature, as to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zealot",1,1,1 ], "an immoderate, fanatical, or extremely zealous adherent to a cause, esp| a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zealot",1,1,1 ], "religious one" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zealotry",1,1,1 ], "extreme or excessive zeal or devotion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zealous",1,1,1 ], "filled with or inspired by intense enthusiasm or zeal; ardent; fervent" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebec",1,1,1 ], "variant spellings of xebec" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebra crossing",1,1,1 ], "a pedestrian crossing marked on a road by broad alternate black and white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebra crossing",1,1,1 ], "stripes| Once on the crossing the pedestrian has right of way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zebra finch",1,1,1 ], "any of various Australasian songbirds with zebra-like markings, such as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebra finch",1,1,1 ], "grassfinch Poephila castanotis" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zebra",1,1,1 ], "(the common zebra), of southern and eastern Africa, having distinctive" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zebra",1,1,1 ], "any of several mammals of the horse family (Equidae), such as Equus burchelli" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebra",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white striped hides" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zebrawood",1,1,1 ], "a tree, Connarus guianensis, of tropical America, Asia, and Africa, yielding" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebrawood",1,1,1 ], "striped hardwood used in cabinetwork: family Connaraceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zebrawood",1,1,2 ], "any of various other trees or shrubs having striped wood" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebrawood",1,1,3 ], "the wood of any of these trees" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebu",1,1,1 ], "a domesticated ox, Bos indicus, having a humped back, long horns, and a large" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zebu",1,1,1 ], "dewlap: used in India and E Asia as a draught animal" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zecchino",1,1,1 ], "another word for sequin (the coin)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zed",1,1,1 ], "the Brit| spoken form of the letter z|U|S| word: zee" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zedoary",1,1,1 ], "stimulant and a condiment: family Zingiberaceae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zedoary",1,1,1 ], "the dried rhizome of the tropical Asian plant Curcuma zedoaria, used as a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zee",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for zed (letter z)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zein",1,1,1 ], "a protein of the prolamine group occurring in maize and used in the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zein",1,1,1 ], "manufacture of plastics, paper coatings, adhesives, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zemindar",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of zamindar" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zemstvo",1,1,1 ], "(in tsarist Russia) an elective provincial or district council established in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zemstvo",1,1,1 ], "most provinces of Russia by Alexander II in 1864 as part of his reform policy" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zenana",1,1,1 ], "(in the East, esp| in Muslim and Hindu homes) part of a house reserved for the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zenana",1,1,1 ], "women and girls of a household" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zenith",1,1,1 ], "the point on the celestial sphere vertically above an observer" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zenith",1,1,2 ], "the highest point; peak; acme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zenithal projection",1,1,1 ], "a type of map projection in which part of the earth's surface is projected" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zenithal projection",1,1,1 ], "equator (equatorial zenithal), or between (oblique zenithal)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zenithal projection",1,1,1 ], "onto a plane tangential to it, either at one of the poles (polar zenithal), at the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zeolite",1,1,1 ], "aluminium silicates of calcium, sodium, or potassium: formed in cavities in lava flows" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zeolite",1,1,1 ], "and plutonic rocks" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zeolite",1,1,1 ], "any of a large group of glassy secondary minerals consisting of hydrated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeolite",1,1,2 ], "any of a class of similar synthetic materials used in ion exchange and as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeolite",1,1,2 ], "selective absorbents" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zephyr",1,1,1 ], "a soft or gentle breeze" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zephyr",1,1,2 ], "any of several delicate soft yarns, fabrics, or garments, usually of wool" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeppelin",1,1,1 ], "a large cylindrical rigid airship designed to carry passengers, bombs, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero gravity",1,1,1 ], "the state or condition of weightlessness" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero grazing",1,1,1 ], "a type of dairy farming in which the cattle are fed with cut grass" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero hour",1,1,1 ], "the time set for the start of an attack or the initial stage of an operation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero hour",1,1,2 ], "a critical time, esp| at the commencement of an action" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero in",1,1,1 ], "(often foll| by on) to bring (a weapon) to bear (on a target), as while firing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero in",1,1,1 ], "repeatedly" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zero in",1,2,1 ], "to bring one's attention to bear (on a problem, etc|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero in",1,3,1 ], "to converge (upon)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero stage",1,1,1 ], "a solid-propellant rocket attached to a liquid-propellant rocket to provide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zero stage",1,1,1 ], "greater thrust at liftoff" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zero-rated",1,1,1 ], "can claim back any tax he has paid" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zero-rated",1,1,1 ], "denoting goods on which the buyer pays no value-added tax although the seller" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeroth",1,1,1 ], "denoting a term in a series that precedes the term otherwise regarded as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeroth",1,1,1 ], "first term" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zest",1,1,1 ], "invigorating or keen excitement or enjoyment" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zest",1,1,2 ], "added interest, flavour, or charm; piquancy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zest",1,1,3 ], "something added to give flavour or relish" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zest",1,1,4 ], "the peel or skin of an orange or lemon, used as flavouring in drinks, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zest",1,2,1 ], "to give flavour, interest, or piquancy to" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeta",1,1,1 ], "as z" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zeta",1,1,1 ], "the sixth letter in the Greek alphabet (#GZ, #Gz), a consonant, transliterated" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeugma",1,1,1 ], "a figure of speech in which a word is used to modify or govern two or more" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zeugma",1,1,1 ], "as in the sentence Mr| Pickwick took his hat and his leave (Charles Dickens)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zeugma",1,1,1 ], "words although appropriate to only one of them or making a different sense with each," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zho",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of zo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zibeline",1,1,1 ], "a sable or the fur of this animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zibeline",1,1,2 ], "a thick cloth made of wool or other animal hair, having a long nap and a dull" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zibeline",1,1,2 ], "sheen" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zibeline",1,2,1 ], "of, relating to, or resembling a sable" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zibet",1,1,1 ], "a large civet, Viverra zibetha, of S and SE Asia, having tawny fur marked with" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zibet",1,1,1 ], "black spots and stripes" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "ziff",1,1,1 ], "a beard" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zigzagger",1,1,1 ], "a person or thing that zigzags" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zigzagger",1,1,2 ], "an attachment on a sewing machine for sewing zigzag stitches, as for joining" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zigzagger",1,1,2 ], "two pieces of material" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zila parishad",1,1,1 ], "a district council in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zila",1,1,1 ], "an administrative district in India" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zilch",1,1,1 ], "nothing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zillion",1,1,1 ], "an extremely large but unspecified number, quantity, or amount" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zillion",1,2,1,1 ], "amounting to a zillion" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zillion",1,2,1,2 ], "I found a zillion under the sink" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc blende",1,1,1 ], "another name for sphalerite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc chloride",1,1,1 ], "a white odourless soluble poisonous granular solid used in manufacturing" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc chloride",1,1,1 ], "embalming agent, and a medical astringent and antiseptic| Formula: ZnCl2" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zinc chloride",1,1,1 ], "parchment paper and vulcanized fibre and in preserving wood| It is also a soldering flux," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinc ointment",1,1,1 ], "a medicinal ointment consisting of zinc oxide, petrolatum, and paraffin, used" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc ointment",1,1,1 ], "to treat certain skin diseases" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinc oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white insoluble powder used as a pigment in paints (zinc white or Chinese" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc oxide",1,1,1 ], "used in making zinc ointment| Formula: ZnO" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zinc oxide",1,1,1 ], "white), cosmetics, glass, and printing inks| It is an antiseptic and astringent and is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinc sulphate",1,1,1 ], "a colourless soluble crystalline substance usually existing as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc sulphate",1,1,1 ], "electrodeposition of zinc| Formula: ZnSO4" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zinc sulphate",1,1,1 ], "heptahydrate or monohydrate: used as a mordant, in preserving wood and skins, and in the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinc white",1,1,1 ], "another name for Chinese white" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc",1,1,1 ], "65|37; valency: 2; relative density: 7|133; melting pt|: 419|58 degrees C; boiling" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "zinc",1,1,1 ], "a brittle bluish-white metallic element that becomes coated with a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinc",1,1,1 ], "constituent of several alloys, esp| brass and nickel-silver, and is used in die-casting," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zinc",1,1,1 ], "corrosion-resistant layer in moist air and occurs chiefly in sphalerite and smithsonite| It is a" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinc",1,1,1 ], "galvanizing metals, and in battery electrodes| Symbol: Zn; atomic no|: 30; atomic wt|:" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "zinc",1,1,1 ], "pt|: 907 degrees C" ,6 ). c_DEF([ "zinc",1,1,2 ], "corrugated galvanized iron" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zincate",1,1,1 ], "Zn(OH)2, often thought of as the acid H2ZnO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zincate",1,1,1 ], "any of a class of salts derived from the amphoteric hydroxide of zinc," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinciferous",1,1,1 ], "containing or yielding zinc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zincite",1,1,1 ], "a red or yellow mineral consisting of zinc oxide in hexagonal crystalline" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zincite",1,1,1 ], "form| It occurs in metamorphosed limestone| Formula: ZnO" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinckenite",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of zinkenite" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zincograph",1,1,1 ], "a printing plate made by zincography" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zincograph",1,1,2 ], "a print taken from such a plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zincography",1,1,1 ], "the art or process of engraving zinc to form a printing plate" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zindabad",1,1,1 ], "long live: used as part of a slogan in India, Pakistan, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zing",1,1,1 ], "a short high-pitched buzzing sound, as of a bullet or vibrating string" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zing",1,1,2 ], "vitality; zest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zing",1,2,1 ], "to make or move with or as if with a high-pitched buzzing sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zingiberaceous",1,1,1 ], "aromatic plants that typically have fleshy rhizomes and flowers in spikes or clusters:" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zingiberaceous",1,1,1 ], "includes ginger and the plants yielding arrowroot and turmeric" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zingiberaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Zingiberaceae, a family of tropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinjanthropus",1,1,1 ], "a type of australopithecine, Australopithecus boisei (formerly Zinjanthropus" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinjanthropus",1,1,1 ], "boisei), remains of which were discovered in the Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania in 1959" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinkenite",1,1,1 ], "Formula: PbSb2S4" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinkenite",1,1,1 ], "a steel-grey metallic mineral consisting of a sulphide of lead and antimony|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zinnia",1,1,1 ], "(composites)" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zinnia",1,1,1 ], "America, having solitary heads of brightly coloured flowers: family Compositae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zinnia",1,1,1 ], "any annual or perennial plant of the genus Zinnia, of tropical and subtropical" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zip code",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| equivalent of postcode" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zip gun",1,1,1 ], "a crude homemade pistol, esp| one powered by a spring or rubber band" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zipper",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| word for zip (sense 1a|)" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zippy",1,1,1 ], "pier, piest" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zippy",1,1,2 ], "full of energy; lively" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zircalloy",1,1,1 ], "It is used in pressurized-water reactors" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zircalloy",1,1,1 ], "an alloy of zirconium containing small amounts of tin, chromium, and nickel|" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zircon",1,1,1 ], "a reddish-brown, grey, green, blue, or colourless hard mineral consisting of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zircon",1,1,1 ], "impurities| It occurs principally in igneous rocks and is an important source of zirconium," ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zircon",1,1,1 ], "zirconia, and hafnia: it is used as a gemstone and a refractory| Formula: ZrSiO4" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "zircon",1,1,1 ], "zirconium silicate in tetragonal crystalline form with hafnium and some rare earths as" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zirconia",1,1,1 ], "another name (not in technical usage) for zirconium oxide" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zirconium oxide",1,1,1 ], "a white amorphous powder that is insoluble in water and highly refractory," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zirconium oxide",1,1,1 ], "used as a pigment for paints, a catalyst, and an abrasive| Formula: ZrO2" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zirconium",1,1,1 ], "a greyish-white metallic element, occurring chiefly in zircon, that is" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zirconium",1,1,1 ], "exceptionally corrosion-resistant and has low neutron absorption| It is used as a coating in" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zirconium",1,1,1 ], "nuclear and chemical plants, as a deoxidizer in steel, and alloyed with niobium in" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zirconium",1,1,1 ], "relative density: 6|51; melting pt|: 1852 degrees C; boiling pt|: 4377 degrees C" ,5 ). c_DEF([ "zirconium",1,1,1 ], "superconductive magnets| Symbol: Zr; atomic no|: 40; atomic wt|: 91|22; valency: 2, 3, or 4;" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "zither",1,1,1 ], "a plucked musical instrument consisting of numerous strings stretched over a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zither",1,1,1 ], "resonating box, a few of which may be stopped on a fretted fingerboard" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zizith",1,1,1 ], "the tassels or fringes of thread attached to the four corners of the tallith" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zloty",1,1,1 ], "the standard monetary unit of Poland, divided into 100 groszy" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zo",1,1,1 ], "a Tibetan breed of cattle, developed by crossing the yak with common cattle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zo-",1,1,1 ], "variant of zoo- before a vowel" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoa",1,1,1 ], "the plural of zoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoaea",1,1,1 ], "a variant spelling of zoea" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,1 ], "an imaginary belt extending 8 degrees either side of the ecliptic, which" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,1 ], "contains the 12 zodiacal constellations and within which the moon and planets appear to" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,1 ], "move| It is divided into 12 equal areas, called signs of the zodiac, each named after" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,1 ], "the constellation in which it once lay" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,2 ], "a diagram, usually circular, representing this belt and showing the symbols," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,2 ], "future" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,2 ], "illustrations, etc|, associated with each of the 12 signs of the zodiac, used to predict the" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zodiac",1,1,3 ], "a complete circuit; circle" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zodiacal constellation",1,1,1 ], "Aquarius, or Pisces" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zodiacal constellation",1,1,1 ], "Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn," ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zodiacal constellation",1,1,1 ], "any of the 12 constellations after which the signs of the zodiac are named:" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zodiacal light",1,1,1 ], "a very faint cone of light in the sky, visible in the east just before sunrise" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zodiacal light",1,1,1 ], "and in the west just after sunset| It is probably due to the reflection of sunlight" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zodiacal light",1,1,1 ], "from cosmic dust in the plane of the ecliptic" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zod|",1,1,1 ], "zodiac" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoea",1,1,1 ], "the free-swimming larva of a crab or related crustacean, which has" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoea",1,1,1 ], "well-developed abdominal appendages and may bear one or more spines" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoisite",1,1,1 ], "a grey, brown, or pink mineral consisting of hydrated calcium aluminium" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoisite",1,1,1 ], "silicate in orthorhombic crystalline form| Formula: Ca2Al3(SiO\4)3(OH)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zombie",1,1,1 ], "a person who is or appears to be lifeless, apathetic, or totally lacking in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zombie",1,1,1 ], "independent judgment; automaton" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zombie",1,1,2 ], "a supernatural spirit that reanimates a dead body" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zombie",1,1,3 ], "a corpse brought to life in this manner" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zombie",1,1,4 ], "areas of the southern U|S" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zombie",1,1,4 ], "the snake god of voodoo cults in the West Indies, esp| Haiti, and in scattered" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zombie",1,1,5 ], "the python god revered in parts of West Africa" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zonal soil",1,1,1 ], "soil having a profile determined mainly by the local climate and vegetation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zonal",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or of the nature of a zone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zonate",1,1,1 ], "marked with, divided into, or arranged in zones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zonation",1,1,1 ], "arrangement in zones; zonate formation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone refining",1,1,1 ], "a technique for producing solids of extreme purity, esp| for use in" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone refining",1,1,1 ], "passed along the solid| Impurities concentrate in the melt and are moved to the end of" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zone refining",1,1,1 ], "semiconductors| The material, in the form of a bar, is melted in one small region that is" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zone refining",1,1,1 ], "the bar" ,4 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,1 ], "a region, area, or section characterized by some distinctive feature or" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,1 ], "quality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,2 ], "a sphere of thought, disagreement, argument, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,3 ], "an area subject to a particular political, military, or government function," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,3 ], "use, or jurisdiction" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,4 ], "belts according to temperature" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,4 ], "one of the divisions of the earth's surface, esp| divided into latitudinal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,5 ], "a distinctive layer or region of rock, characterized by particular fossils," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,5 ], "metamorphism, structural deformity, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,6 ], "an area, esp| a belt of land, having a particular flora and fauna determined" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,6 ], "by the prevailing environmental conditions" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,7 ], "a portion of a sphere between two parallel planes intersecting the sphere" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,1,8 ], "a girdle or belt" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,2,1 ], "to divide into zones, as for different use, jurisdiction, activities, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,2,2 ], "to designate as a zone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zone",1,2,3 ], "to mark with or divide into zones" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zonetime",1,1,1 ], "the standard time of the time zone in which a ship is located at sea, each" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zonetime",1,1,1 ], "zone extending 7 degrees to each side of a meridian" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zonked",1,1,1 ], "highly intoxicated from drugs or alcohol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zonule",1,1,1 ], "a small zone, band, or area" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoo",1,1,1 ], "a place where live animals are kept, studied, bred, and exhibited to the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoo",1,1,1 ], "public| Formal term: zoological garden" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoochemistry",1,1,1 ], "animal's body" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoochemistry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of biochemistry that is concerned with the constituents of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoochore",1,1,1 ], "a plant the spores or seeds of which are dispersed by animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoogeography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the geographical distribution of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoogloea",1,1,1 ], "a mass of bacteria adhering together by a jelly-like substance derived from" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoogloea",1,1,1 ], "their cell walls" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoography",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the description of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zooid",1,1,1 ], "any independent animal body, such as an individual of a coelenterate colony" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zooid",1,1,2 ], "a motile cell or body, such as a gamete, produced by an organism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoolatry",1,1,1 ], "(esp| in ancient or primitive religions) the worship of animals as the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoolatry",1,1,1 ], "incarnations of certain deities, symbols of particular qualities or natural forces, etc" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoolatry",1,1,2 ], "extreme or excessive devotion to animals, particularly domestic pets" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoological garden",1,1,1 ], "the formal term for zoo" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoology",1,1,1 ], "and history" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoology",1,1,1 ], "the study of animals, including their classification, structure, physiology," ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoology",1,1,2 ], "the biological characteristics of a particular animal or animal group" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoology",1,1,3 ], "the fauna characteristic of a particular region" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoology",1,1,4 ], "a book, treatise, etc|, dealing with any aspect of the study of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zool|",1,1,1 ], "zoological" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zool|",1,1,2 ], "zoology" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom in",1,1,1 ], "object by means of a zoom lens|" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoom in",1,1,1 ], "to rapidly increase or decrease the magnification of the image of a distant" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom lens",1,1,1 ], "a lens system that allows the focal length of a camera lens to be varied" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom lens",1,1,1 ], "continuously without altering the sharpness of the image" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoom",1,1,1 ], "to make or cause to make a continuous buzzing or humming sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom",1,1,2 ], "to move or cause to move with such a sound" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom",1,2,1 ], "to move very rapidly; rush" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom",1,2,2 ], "aircraft) to climb in this way" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoom",1,2,2 ], "to cause (an aircraft) to climb briefly at an unusually steep angle, or (of an" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom",1,3,1 ], "(of prices) to rise rapidly" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoom",1,4,1 ], "the sound or act of zooming" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoometry",1,1,1 ], "different parts of an animal or animals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoometry",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the relative length or size of the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoomorphism",1,1,1 ], "the conception or representation of deities in the form of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoomorphism",1,1,2 ], "the use of animal forms or symbols in art, literature, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoon",1,1,1 ], "a less common term for zooid ,1,1" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoonosis",1,1,1 ], "any infection" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophagous",1,1,1 ], "feeding on animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophile",1,1,1 ], "a person who is devoted to animals and their protection from practices such as" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophile",1,1,1 ], "vivisection" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoophilia",1,1,1 ], "a morbid condition in which a person has a sexual attraction for animals;" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophilia",1,1,1 ], "bestiality" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoophilism",1,1,1 ], "the tendency to be emotionally attached to animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophilous",1,1,1 ], "(of plants) pollinated by animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophilous",1,1,2 ], "of, characterized by, or relating to zoophilism" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophobia",1,1,1 ], "an unusual or morbid dread of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoophyte",1,1,1 ], "any animal resembling a plant, such as a sea anemone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zooplankton",1,1,1 ], "and fish larvae" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zooplankton",1,1,1 ], "the animal constituent of plankton, which consists mainly of small crustaceans" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zooplasty",1,1,1 ], "the surgical transplantation to man of animal tissues" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoosperm",1,1,1 ], "another word for spermatozoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoosporangium",1,1,1 ], "a sporangium that produces zoospores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoospore",1,1,1 ], "an asexual spore of some algae and fungi that moves by means of flagella" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoospore",1,1,2 ], "one of several spores produced in a saclike body (sporocyst) by some parasitic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoospore",1,1,2 ], "protozoans" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoosterol",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of animal sterols, such as cholesterol" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoot suit",1,1,1 ], "a man's suit consisting of baggy trousers with very tapered bottoms and a" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoot suit",1,1,1 ], "long jacket with wide padded shoulders, popular esp| in the U|S| in the 1940s" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zootechnics",1,1,1 ], "the science concerned with the domestication and breeding of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zootomy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of zoology concerned with the dissection and anatomy of animals" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zootoxin",1,1,1 ], "a toxin, such as snake venom, that is produced by an animal" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zorilla",1,1,1 ], "a skunklike African musteline mammal, Ictonyx striatus, having a long" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zorilla",1,1,1 ], "black-and-white coat" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zoster",1,1,1 ], "short for herpes zoster" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zounds",1,1,1 ], "a mild oath indicating surprise, indignation, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoysia",1,1,1 ], "any creeping perennial grass of the genus Zoysia, of warm dry regions, having" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zoysia",1,1,1 ], "short stiffly pointed leaves: often used for lawns" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zucchetto",1,1,1 ], "a small round skullcap worn by certain ecclesiastics and varying in colour" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zucchetto",1,1,1 ], "according to the rank of the wearer, the Pope wearing white, cardinals red, bishops" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zucchetto",1,1,1 ], "violet, and others black" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zucchini",1,1,1 ], "the U|S| name for courgette" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zugzwang",1,1,1 ], "a position in which one player can move only with loss or severe disadvantage" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zugzwang",1,2,1 ], "to manoeuvre (one's opponent) into a zugzwang" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zwieback",1,1,1 ], "a small type of rusk, which has been baked first as a loaf, then sliced and" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zwieback",1,1,1 ], "toasted, usually bought ready-made" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zwitterion",1,1,1 ], "an ion that carries both a positive and a negative charge" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating a pair or a union" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygodactyl",1,1,1 ], "(of the feet of certain birds) having the first and fourth toes directed" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygodactyl",1,1,1 ], "backwards and the second and third forwards" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zygodactyl",1,2,1 ], "a zygodactyl bird" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygoma",1,1,1 ], "another name for zygomatic arch" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygomatic arch",1,1,1 ], "temporal bone on each side of the skull of mammals" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zygomatic arch",1,1,1 ], "the slender arch of bone that forms a bridge between the cheekbone and the" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygomatic bone",1,1,1 ], "either of two bones, one on each side of the skull, that form part of the side" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygomatic bone",1,1,1 ], "wall of the eye socket and part of the zygomatic arch; cheekbone" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zygomatic process",1,1,1 ], "a slender bony process of the temporal bone that forms part of the zygomatic" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygomatic process",1,1,1 ], "arch" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zygomorphic",1,1,1 ], "(of a flower) capable of being cut in only one plane so that the two halves" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygomorphic",1,1,1 ], "are mirror images" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zygophyllaceous",1,1,1 ], "and guaiacum" ,3 ). c_DEF([ "zygophyllaceous",1,1,1 ], "flowering plants having pinnate leaves and capsules as fruits: includes the bean caper" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zygophyllaceous",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or belonging to the Zygophyllaceae, an Old World family of" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygophyte",1,1,1 ], "a plant, such as an alga, that reproduces by means of zygospores" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygosis",1,1,1 ], "another name for conjugation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygospore",1,1,1 ], "a thick-walled sexual spore formed from the zygote of some fungi and algae" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygote",1,1,1 ], "the cell resulting from the union of an ovum and a spermatozoon" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygote",1,1,2 ], "the organism that develops from such a cell" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zygotene",1,1,1 ], "chromosomes become associated in pairs (bivalents)" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zygotene",1,1,1 ], "the second stage of the prophase of meiosis, during which homologous" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymase",1,1,1 ], "a mixture of enzymes that is obtained as an extract from yeast and ferments" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymase",1,1,1 ], "sugars" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zymo-",1,1,1 ], "indicating fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymogen",1,1,1 ], "activated by a kinase" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zymogen",1,1,1 ], "any of a group of compounds that are inactive precursors of enzymes and are" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymogenesis",1,1,1 ], "the conversion of a zymogen into an enzyme" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymogenic",1,1,1 ], "of, or relating to a zymogen" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymogenic",1,1,2 ], "capable of causing zymogenesis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymology",1,1,1 ], "the chemistry of fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymolysis",1,1,1 ], "the process of fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymometer",1,1,1 ], "an instrument for estimating the degree of fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymosis",1,1,1,1 ], "any infectious disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymosis",1,1,1,2 ], "the developmental process or spread of such a disease" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymosis",1,1,2 ], "another name for zymolysis" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymotic",1,1,1 ], "of, relating to, or causing fermentation" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymotic",1,1,2 ], "disease" ,2 ). c_DEF([ "zymotic",1,1,2 ], "relating to or caused by infection; denoting or relating to an infectious" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "zymurgy",1,1,1 ], "the branch of chemistry concerned with fermentation processes in brewing, etc" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z|",1,1,1 ], "zero" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "z|",1,1,2 ], "zone" ,1 ). c_DEF([ "spergillum" ,1, 1, 1],"another term for aspersorium ,1,2",1). c_DEF(["hexylresorcinol",1,1,1 ], "2,4-dihydroxy-l-hexylbenzene; used for treating bacterial infections" ,2).